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Don’t let the Grinch ruin your holidays

Saturday, December 03, 2011 1:59:24 PM by Administrator Account

AG's Corner by Peter F. Kilmartin

In the classic Dr. Seuss book “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” the green mean Mr. Grinch was on a mission to deny the people of Whoville Christmas by stealing all the presents, decorations and food for the holiday. How could anyone want to steal Christmas? As Dr. Seuss writes, “The most likely reason of all may have been that his heart was two sizes too small.”

Time is a valuable gift that fits one and all

Saturday, December 03, 2011 1:55:58 PM by Administrator Account

By Joan M. Woods

For most of us, the holidays are times of family and cultural traditions. Each year many look forward to the familiarity of celebrated pastimes such as decorating the Christmas tree or ringing in the New Year. The rituals we become accustomed to become part of who we are. For those living in nursing homes, those traditions are no less important. A big part of what helps an environment feel more like home is not just what it looks like, but what goes on there, and never more so than during the holidays.

It’s wise to check for risk of diabetes

Saturday, December 03, 2011 1:52:35 PM by Administrator Account

Fit for Life by Jeanine Achin

November was National Diabetes Awareness Month, making this a great time to understand the risk factors for diabetes and discover some steps to take to prevent the disease. Factors that could put a person at risk for Type 2 diabetes include family history, age, weight and activity level. With that in mind and with some traditionally heavy eating coming up through the holidays, now is a good time to evaluate your risk by taking this simple quiz.

‘Pre-pear’ guests easy holiday treat

Saturday, December 03, 2011 1:45:40 PM by Administrator Account

Budget Kitchen by Portia Little

We often seem to turn to the same old favorites when planning holiday meals. To be sure, apples, pumpkins and cranberries belong in our company repertoire.

Advice to navigate busy travel season

Friday, December 02, 2011 8:35:48 PM by Administrator Account

Senior Travel Talk by Moe Rondeau

The holiday season means busy days at the airport. When you’re making air travel plans, remember that the busiest days are those immediately before and after a holiday. If you can, avoid those days; try to travel two or three days before or two or three days after, even consider traveling on the holiday itself if possible.

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