Monthly Archives July 2022

Respite Care and How It Can Help You

Taking care of yourself or a loved one who needs more attention either due to aging, illness, or injury is a daunting task. Everybody gets tired and it’s important to remember that though it can be hard to know how to get help, respite care can feel like an immediate relief while you figure things out. What is Respite Care? Respite care provides short-term or temporary relief for primary caregivers. This can look different depending on the type of care needed and the amount of time needed. Whether it’s just for an afternoon or at a regular interval of days
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UV Safety Awareness Month

  Like clockwork, Summer is here and the sun is hot! While the sun is a good source of Vitamin D and mood-boosting, it is important to enjoy it safely. July is UV Safety Awareness Month to highlight the risks associated with too much sun exposure and how to protect you and your loved ones from the sun’s radiation or UV rays. The Science Behind the Sun’s Radiation The Sun emits UV rays known as UV-A rays and UV-B rays. UV-A rays have longer wavelengths and are associated with premature skin aging. UV-B rays have shorter wavelengths and are associated
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