Category: General

February 1, 2023

Tissue Jars

It’s cold and flu season again.   Germs are the gift that keep on giving.  No one likes feeling under the weather.  However, do you know what everyone does like?  A little surprise gift. These tissue jars made by the people at DFS CHAPS will put a smile on anyone’s face.  Not only do they cleverly disguise tissues, they also contain...

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January 18, 2023

Tips for Protecting Your Largest Organ in the Cold Weather

Have you ever had that “itchy skin” feeling when the weather changes to cold and the furnaces come on? Or maybe it’s a feeling of your skin not quite fitting because your skin is so dry and tight. If you have, you are not alone.  The largest organ of our body is our skin.  Our skin does many things for...

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January 11, 2023

The Year of No Resolutions

We are entering a new year. As I get older the years seem to fly by faster and faster. Those of you who know me, know I don’t believe in New Year’s resolutions. To me these seem fleeting. It never seems to be a lasting change. The New Year does bring a time of reflection for me. It makes me...

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January 4, 2023

Sexuality – Much Needed Information with a Today Twist

If you have worked in this field for any length of time you have surely heard the names Sharon Potter and Shawn McGill. Both Sharon and Shawn have advocated for the recognition of the sexuality needs of people with intellectual disabilities. They have provided support not only to self-advocates, those who may have engaged in offending behavior, but also to...

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December 28, 2022

Comparing Symptoms

With all of the viruses that are going around it can be hard to tell what you might have without getting tested.  Although, testing is the best way to determine what you have, the symptom checker below provides some guidance.   No matter what illness you think you may have, remember to use supportive measures like getting lots of rest and...

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December 21, 2022

Making Memories and Cementing Community: Easier and More Budget Friendly Than You Thought

Oh, the weather outside is frightful but the activities are delightful! There is something about this season that brings out the nostalgia in us. What are some of your favorite traditions? Everyone comes from different backgrounds with rich heritage and culture. What are some of the things unique to how you celebrate? Are there activities that you look forward to...

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December 14, 2022

When the “Most Wonderful Time of the Year” Isn’t So Wonderful

We have all heard the song It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, as well as the song We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  But not everyone is happy. For some it isn’t the most wonderful time of the year.  What if the holiday season is not the most wonderful time of the year...

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December 7, 2022

It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane! It’s a Superhero Expert!

What do you get when you cross books, superheroes, and advocacy? The perfect combination, just like bravery, strength, and determination make a great superhero. Being a millennial, I of course grew up with Spidey, Super Friends, Batman, X-Men, and all the rest to appreciate a good superhero. But did you know that there is a superhero expert living in our...

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November 30, 2022

Woodwork at Evergreen Homes, Inc. ATF Makes Amazing Pieces and Brings Out Creativity

The woodshop at Evergreen Homes may be small, but the people that work there make amazing pieces of art.  You might be surprised to know business operates with just a few people along with support staff. This small group creates vast variety of pieces, depending on the time of year and season. They create wonderful works of art that give...

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November 23, 2022

Staying Healthy During the Holidays

The Holiday season is upon us.  Trying to live up to unrealistic expectations, along with added responsibilities, can make the holiday season a very stressful time. During times of stress, we tend to forgo healthy eating and give up exercise.  Staying healthy, happy, and helping everyone around you is important.  It is also important to enjoy this festive time of...

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