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Getting correct diagnosis for Alzheimer’s, dementia is important

Getting correct diagnosis for Alzheimer’s, dementia is important

Dementia, an impairment in memory and other thinking skills sufficient to interfere with everyday activities of daily living, is not a normal part of aging. However, underlying causes of this symptom become more common as we age.
Hospice of the Valley dementia program enriches young, old

Hospice of the Valley dementia program enriches young, old

Welcome to a one-of-a-kind intergenerational enrichment program, where people living with dementia enjoy activities, social engagement and the excitement of interacting with young kids.
Pet Behavior Solutions: How to promote better mental activities, brain health in dogs

Pet Behavior Solutions: How to promote better mental activities, brain health in dogs

You should always adjusting your training activities to create a new mental challenge for your dog to work through. Even their basic training behaviors may become challenging to perform in certain situations.
Financial advice: Help get your teen started with a Roth IRA

Financial advice: Help get your teen started with a Roth IRA

Once your teen’s first paychecks start coming in, consider bringing up the idea of opening a Roth IRA — you may well be opening the door to a lifetime of consistent and informed investing.
Mom, Interrupted: Chatting me up in the 21st century

Mom, Interrupted: Chatting me up in the 21st century

Back in the day, if you were in the middle of a meeting, you were immune to interruptions.
How to protect yourself from UV rays

How to protect yourself from UV rays

The process of protecting your skin begins with the education of UV rays during this National UV Awareness Month.  
Partnering with QCUSD provides for students, community

Partnering with QCUSD provides for students, community

When community members partner with local schools, everyone wins. We look forward to working with our partners this year to empower students and enhance educational outcomes for a brighter future.
Summer home painting safety tips

Summer home painting safety tips

Painting a home is a large, time-consuming job. The hot weather adds quite a few complications so understanding these issues can help you get the job done right while staying safe. Before painting your home in the summer, it is always best to consult with a professional to find out the best way to do the job.
What parents should know about back-to-school stress

What parents should know about back-to-school stress

According to a 2022 report by Scientific American, a child’s risk of suicide increases on school days as compared to the summer. According to psychiatrist Tyler Black, who works at a prominent children’s hospital, one of the main stressors that his patients discuss is school.
Lake Pleasant’s deadly toll: Stay alert, know the law, save lives

Lake Pleasant’s deadly toll: Stay alert, know the law, save lives

By raising awareness, enforcing adherence to boating laws and by encouraging responsible practices, we can create an environment where Lake Pleasant becomes a haven for leisure and enjoyment, free from the tragic specter of preventable accidents. Together, let’s champion safety and preserve the precious lives that grace our lake’s waters.