National Certified Nurses day is March 19, and National Nurses Week falls in early May each year. But you don't have to wait for one of these "official" times to show appreciation to nurses in your life. Seniors in assisted living communities may have reason to appreciate a wide range of nurses who work to help them keep up with medical issues and live as healthy and vibrant a lifestyle as possible.Whether you want to appreciate a nurse within the assisted living community or one t...

James 5:13 says, "Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy?

Whether you're working from a tight budget or you simply don't have room in your assisted living apartment to accommodate great bundles of gifts, you can still bring a smile to people's faces with thoughtful small presents. The ideas below make great gifts for loved ones as well as service providers and professionals you want to show appreciation to this holiday season.1. Special SocksSocks may not sound like a snazzy gift when you first consider them, but think about the pleasure yo...

The holidays are an excellent time of year to share special moments with grandchildren and to create lasting annual traditions. Whether you live close or you want to connect across a distance, there are many ways you can interact and celebrate the season with young ones during the holidays.Holiday CraftsChoose a holiday craft the two of you can do together, like baking cookies or making holiday ornaments. If you can't be in the same location, consider using video chat to talk to one another ...