by rachael | May 17, 2022 | Awareness, Physical Health
Browntail moths are an invasive species in Maine that not only defoliate trees—they can cause a painful, poison-ivy like rash and respiratory issues in humans. If you’re unfortunate enough to come in airborne or direct contact with toxic hairs from the browntail moth...
by rachael | May 11, 2022 | Emotional Health, Mental Health, Physical Health
Gardening is good for you. So good in fact, it: Exercises your mind and body. Planning, preparing, planting, and tending to a garden gets you thinking and moving. Builds self-esteem. When you learn to grow plants, you learn an important life skill and accomplish...
by rachael | Apr 15, 2022 | Physical Health
Walking is a healthy habit that’s free and easy to fit into your day. Every step you take burns calories, strengthens your heart, eases joint pain, improves sleep, and boosts your immune system, your mood, and your energy. Walking may even prolong your life. So...
by hanna | Mar 9, 2022 | Awareness, Physical Health
A Guide to Aging and Exercise Think that exercise is only a young person’s game? It’s not! People of all ages should be participating in regular exercise. It’s essential for maintaining our physical, mental, and emotional health as well as preventing...
by hanna | Jan 7, 2022 | Nutrition, Physical Health
Everyone loves snacks! However, when we’re hungry and reaching for something quick to eat, it’s very easy to grab what’s convenient—and not always the most healthy. Eating snacks between meals helps to maintain blood sugar, gives us extra servings of...
by jennie | Nov 30, 2021 | Awareness
As you know, the past eighteen months have brought unprecedented challenges – for all of us. We recognize your frustration. We are frustrated too. But now more than ever we need to work together, to be kind to one another, and to remember that we are all in this...
by hanna | Nov 9, 2021 | Nutrition, Physical Health
During the holidays and the chilly winter season, we tend to gather more often with others indoors. As a result, flu and cold viruses quickly make their way around. You can protect yourself and your family from illness by wearing masks, washing your hands, and getting...
by hanna | Oct 12, 2021 | Awareness, Nutrition, Physical Health
November is Diabetes Awareness month and an important time to talk about healthier food choices. During this holiday season, you can manage your diabetes while enjoying your family, friends and festivities. What is Diabetes? At its very basic, diabetes is a chronic...
by hanna | Sep 14, 2021 | Awareness, Physical Health
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and a prime time to take your health into your own hands! No matter what your age is, you can take steps to lower your breast cancer risk and improve your overall health. Healthy Habits at Every Age The following...
by hanna | Jul 29, 2021 | Awareness, Physical Health
Hooray, it’s back to school season! Your children may have attended in-person classes the past year or this may be their first time returning to the classroom at all. Either way, back together in school unfortunately means one unwelcome nuisance has the potential to...