This time every year I realize how much I enjoy getting outdoors. Birds are singing and new blooms seem to pop up every day. Sometimes when I walk through the neighborhood or go for a hike I'm reminded of just how GREEN everything is! It's such a refreshing feeling to get out and enjoy nature. That whole scenario gets harder…
Richard S. was a senior manager at a small company and next in line for a vice presidency. His wife worked as a free-lance writer. They had three active teenagers. Life had its ups and downs, but overall it was quite comfortable-happy marriage, nice home, occasional travel, and a close circle of friends. One night that all changed. Richard had…
In the past five years, Gabby Giffords has hiked the Grand Canyon, gone skydiving, raced in a 40-mile bike ride and founded an advocacy group that helped persuade President Barack Obama to take executive action on gun control. That's while recovering from a gunshot wound that nearly killed her, learning to speak again and rehabilitating. Friday marks the anniversary of…
Aphasia is a language disorder that can affect a person's use of language. It can impact their ability to speak, to understand, to read and to write, but not necessarily all of these. It often happens as the result of a stroke. Aphasia can happen as a result of brain damage linked to 9 percent and 62 percent of people…
Potomac Caregivers are an integral part of the stroke rehabilitation process. It’s a challenging job with a lot to keep in mind. In this guide from the American Stroke Association, the value caregivers provide is recognized as important to recovery. A stroke survivor’s family is often the most important source of long-term support during recovery and rehabilitation. Taking care of…
May is also National Stroke Awareness Month. For those who have suffered a stroke, the rehabilitation process can be a time of fear and apprehension. In this article from the National Stroke Association, there are some common post-stoke conditions listed with information on how they can be managed. There are many conditions that may develop after a stroke. Most are…
Baby boomers are more active than ever before. Read this article from the Washington Post and see just how seniors are changing the way we think about "old-age." First came “villages,” hyper-local groups created by aging neighbors to build a greater sense of community and help each other grow old at while remaining at home. These nonprofit groups arranged volunteer…
10 Effects Arthritis Has on Daily Living & Activities Arthritis can cause of number of physical limitations that make day-to-day activities difficult. This list from www.verywell.com includes the 10 most common limitations and ways to make life a little easier. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, arthritis, and other rheumatic conditions, are recognized as the leading cause…
Did you know that May is National Arthritis Awareness Month? This article provides an overview of the facts behind this condition that affects more than 50 million Americans. May is recognized each year as National Arthritis Awareness Month. Arthritis is a disease that impacts more than 50 million Americans, making it the number one cause of disability in the country.…
Children are spending more and more time in front of screens. How does this effect autistic children? Here are 11 reasons why autistic children are extra vulnerable to screen time and tech addiction. Read this article from Psychology Today. Autistic children, or children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are uniquely vulnerable to various brain-related impacts of screen time. These electronic…
