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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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November 16, 2022

The Pressure is On! Prevent Pressure Injuries and Promote Skin Health

November 17th is National Pressure Wound Awareness Day. According to National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP), 2.5 million people develop pressure injuries every year with 60,000 people dying every year as a direct result of pressure injuries. Not only is there a high cost of life, the financial burden related to pressure injury medical care in 2019 was estimated to...

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November 9, 2022

November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month (NEAM). “There is No Neam without Me”

Epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological disease. A person is considered to have epilepsy when they have 2 or more seizures in greater than 24 hours. Consider this: 1 in 10 people will experience a seizure in their lifetime, and 1 in 26 will be diagnosed with Epilepsy. Seizures are also part of the Fatal Five – the top...

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November 2, 2022

November is American Diabetes Month: Let’s talk About this Epidemic and Diabetes Prevention Program for Type 2

Every year the American Diabetic Association throughout the month of November uses their voice to ring the alarm about the diabetic epidemic in the United States and the use of Diabetes Prevention Program. For the millions of people who are at risk of being diagnosed, it’s time to get educated, find resources, and help keep those we care for aware...

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