BRAZOS LIFE: GIVING BACK DIRECTORY 2023 Selfless service is something that is woven into the fabric of our community. The Brazos Valley is one big family, committed to extending a hand to members that find themselves in need. We bear the weight of life's burdens on unified shoulders and our … [Read more...]
Aggieland Humane Society’s Santa Paws & Claws Pet Photos – Nov 19&20
Santa Paws & Claws Pet Photos Information courtesy of Aggieland Humane Society Commemorate the holidays and help pets in need. Bring your furry family member to have their photo taken at Santa's Wonderland during the first-ever Santa Paws & Claws Pet Photo event. Packages include your … [Read more...]
Questions To Ask Your Doctor At Your Next Wellness Visit
Questions To Ask Your Doctor At Your Next Wellness Visit Article Courtesy of | St. Joseph Health Both you and your doctor want the same thing from your annual virtual or in-person wellness visits—to check in and make sure you’re not only healthy now but also setting yourself up for a healthier … [Read more...]
Guilt and Caregiving
Guilt and Caregiving Dr. Tam Cummings, Gerontologist Dementia caregivers are often solo caregivers of a Person with Dementia for ten or more years before reaching out for help from skilled nursing facilities or assisted living and memory care communities. The stress, exhaustion, and intense level … [Read more...]
Hearne Apartment Fire Recovery Fund
Hearne Apartment Fire Recovery Fund Information courtesy of Kat Gammon, United Way of the Brazos Valley The American Red Cross Serving the Heart of Texas and United Way of the Brazos Valley have partnered to create a fund for those impacted by the apartment fire in Hearne over the weekend. … [Read more...]
4 Ways To Offer Your Time To Help Our Programs And Events This Fall
4 Ways To Offer Your Time To Help Our Programs And Events This Fall Information courtesy of College Station Parks & Recreation Although we are committed to providing high-quality parks and recreation programs and events to residents, we couldn’t do it without the irreplaceable support of … [Read more...]
Chronic Pain and Acceptance: Accepting your body and diagnosis is one of the first steps in healing
Chronic Pain and Acceptance Accepting your body and diagnosis is one of the first steps in healing By Lisa Iannucci, CTW Features Tara Mandarano has been suffering from chronic pain for more than a decade after being diagnosed with fibromyalgia and endometriosis. It’s been a long road for her to … [Read more...]
Is Your Favorite Food Helping Or Harming You?
Is Your Favorite Food Helping Or Harming You? Controlling inflammation through your diet looks a lot like controlling for weight gain Article By Stephanie Harvin, CTW Features No look at chronic pain would be complete without considering the foods we eat. Not surprisingly, the same foods that … [Read more...]
Feeling Anxious? You’re Not Alone – And Help Is Available
Feeling anxious? You’re not alone – and help is available The problem could be an anxiety disorder Article By | Erik J. Martin, CTW Features You’re driving along contentedly in your car. It’s a sunny, carefree day, and there’s little on your mind except finding a good song on the radio. Before … [Read more...]
Help is Only a Call Away: Celebrate 2-1-1 Day on Feb. 11
Help is Only a Call Away: Celebrate 2-1-1 Day on Feb. 11 Information provided by United Way of the Brazos Valley Annual 2-1-1 Day takes place on Feb. 11 to raise awareness about 2-1-1 Texas, the free, statewide 24-hour hotline that connects Texans to community resources in their area. By … [Read more...]
A Day in the Shelter with Aggieland Humane Society
A Day in the Shelter Article + Photos Courtesy of | Aggieland Humane Society 7 A.M. – Bright and Early! Breakfast is served for cats and dogs! Staff members and trained volunteers also begin cleaning each and every kennel. Staff members make notes of which pets need vaccines or who … [Read more...]
Foods that Can Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease
article courtesy of Comfort Keepers® Heart Health as We Age As we age, the risk of heart disease can increase due to a condition known as atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis occurs when the arteries begin to narrow from plaque buildup in the arterial walls, disrupting blood flow throughout the … [Read more...]