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Reflections & Leadership

Reflections on Leadership: Thankfulness

This month marks the start of the 11th year of Reflections on Leadership. In the beginning I recall a conversation with my Mom when I sent her the first couple of issues. She said that she thought the writing was pretty good and asked me how often I intended to send these out. When I told her that it would be a monthly publication, she remarked, “Well, it just seems that a topic like leadership is fairly narrow.

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Meaningful Moments: The Life and Work of Edie Young

The 19th century Gospel hymn, “I Love to Tell the Story,” is a reflective description of the life and work of Edie Young. Edie is a resident of Presbyterian Village at Hollidaysburg and one who claims that, “Variety is the spice of life…but some spices we can do without.”

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Health & Aging

Pumpkin Power! The Surprising Health Benefits of Pumpkins

As we enter the season of giving thanks, many of us are disposing of pumpkins that we carved for jack-o-lanterns or placed on our porch to add a splash of color. More of us will be ending our traditional Thanksgiving feast with a delicious slice of pumpkin pie. While I am a big fan of that sugary treat, there is much more to thank nature for in the pumpkin.

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Caregiver Support  |  Health & Aging

The 3 C's of At-Home Services

There are many benefits to having a loved one cared for in their home, but finding the right provider is crucial. With At-Home Services, your loved one can age in "our" place while their day-to-day needs are being cared for. Your loved one will have the freedom to maintain their way of living in a healthy, safe environment. Because At-Home Services is focused on meeting the needs of aging adults—by offering personalized services—quality of life is greatly improved.

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Caregiver Support

Your Loved One Has Alzheimer's. Now What?

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Health & Aging  |  Reflections & Leadership

The Link Between Spirituality and Longevity

The study of aging—gerontology—is a science that has made incredible progress over the last 30 years. Gerontology now acknowledges that it is important to consider the entire person, remembering that as well as physical needs, older adults have spiritual, emotional, and social needs.

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