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July is UV Safety Month: Five Ways to Protect Yourself from UV Rays

June 30, 2022 — Overexposure to ultraviolet sunlight (UV rays) is believed to be the dominant external factor in a person’s development of skin cancer. You may lower your risk for skin cancer by following these five steps: Avoid Direct Sun Exposure: Avoid exposing your skin to direct sunlight during midday (generally from 10am to 4pm). This is the... Read More

Give Something Away Day is July 15

June 30, 2022 — Many people have an overabundance of items, and some have spare time that could be used to help others, but giving away possessions or time often isn’t made a priority in day-to-day life. National Give Something Away Day was first established in 2015 for the purpose of encouraging generosity, and it takes place each year... Read More

Family Reunion Month

June 30, 2022 — July 1 kicks off National Family Reunion Month! These reunions are a time when extended family members, friends, neighbors, and church-goers get together from all over to share experiences, ancestry, love and laughter. These functions also act as a rejuvenation exercises as they create opportunities for loved ones that rarely get to spend time with... Read More

A Letter from the Administrator

June 29, 2022 — Season Greetings, Summer is arriving in a hurried and hot fashion, but we look forward to beautiful days ahead. We welcome family visits and chances for memories to be made. The facility is excite  about visitation upgrades that are being implemented soon, including new outside furniture, fans available upon request for outdoor visits, air purifiers... Read More

Employee of the Month: Janet

June 29, 2022 — Janet has been employed at our facility for 31 years. Although she plays many roles here her job title is Medical Records and Supply. Janet is always busy whether it be stocking the supply room, placing orders, or other job duties she may have, you will rarely see her sitting down. When not at work... Read More

National Aphasia Awareness Month

June 1, 2022 — National Aphasia Awareness Month is a national campaign to increase public education and to recognize the numerous people who care for people with aphasia. Did you know that two million people in the United States have aphasia, but a stunning 84.5% of Americans state that they’ve never even heard the term ‘aphasia’? Aphasia is a... Read More

Happy Father’s Day

June 1, 2022 — Be sure to take a moment on Sunday, June 19 to honor dads, foster fathers, surrogate dads, grandfathers, uncles, brothers and the other important male role models in your life. Let him know how much he means to you by calling, texting, video chatting or sharing photos on social media. Take him to dinner, nine... Read More

National Cancer Survivors Day

June 1, 2022 — National Cancer Survivors Day, June 5, is a celebration of life that is held around the world on the first Sunday in June. It is a celebration of those who have survived, and hope for those who are still battling their illness. Did you know: In America there are more than 16.9 million cancer survivors,... Read More

Special June Holidays

June 1, 2022 — 6/1 Flip a Coin Day 6/2 National Rocky Road Day 6/3 National Doughnut Day 6/4 National Cheese Day 6/5 National Frozen Yogurt Day 6/6 National YoYo Day 6/7 National Chocolate Ice Cream Day 6/8 World Oceans Day 6/9 Donald Duck Day 6/10 Iced Tea Day 6/11 National Corn on the Cob Day 6/12 National Peanut... Read More

Say Something Nice Day

June 1, 2022 — Words are powerful, and people often remember how your words made them feel. When your kind words are sincere, others may tend to feel more comfortable around you, and you may be more likely to receive compliments! Saying nice things also has a ripple effect, and the people you uplift may be more likely to... Read More