To say 2020 was quite the year would be a major understatement. 2020 challenged us in ways that we never thought we would be challenged – a global pandemic, multiple lockdowns, missed holidays, just to name a few. As we transition into the new year, there is no better time to regroup, refresh, and revitalize […]
Breathing is a function easily taken for granted as it usually occurs without us having to think about it. While breathing is most known for supplying our bodies with oxygen while clearing out carbon dioxide biproduct, it also plays a pivotal role in speaking, coughing, swallowing, posture, relaxation and even physical activities such as walking […]
September 22, 2020 is the first day of Fall and more importantly National Falls Prevention Awareness Day! Here are some Fall Prevention Tips to consider: Wear sensible, supportive shoes and clothing. Remove tripping hazards, such as rugs. Lighten up and organize your living space to allow for clear paths from room to room. Use assistive […]
How many of us have recently found ourselves in the midst of a chaotic and uncertain season of life? As a therapist, I witness this scenario countless times over. Individuals fighting for their lives, their dreams and aspirations and in doing so, silencing words of doubt, when all they need is support. Yet, despite the […]
It’s that time of year, when many enjoy sitting around a campfire/bonfire. We often hear about safety considerations when having a fire, but what about safety considerations when sitting around the fire? In our community, many individuals experience different sensation or no sensation in parts of their body due to a neurological injury or condition. […]
In the past six months, how often have you experienced pain? As many as 40% of Americans have pain most days or every day, experiencing what medical professionals call chronic pain. We define chronic pain as pain lasting for greater than 6 months, but it’s much more impactful than its definition might lead you to […]
SEEING (CLEARLY) IS …believing that you can confidently and safely navigate your environment (i.e., your home and your community), including avoiding obstacles that may cause injury. …believing that you can read the instructions on a package and read the name on a street sign. …believing that you can see objects throughout your visual field, including […]
As a speech-language pathologist, I am a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association of America (ASHA). May is deemed Better Hearing and Speech Month. The goal is to raise awareness about communication disorders. This could include a multitude of disorders affecting speech, language, voice, and hearing, but today I would just like to address communication […]
When Sherry was first diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), she initially felt worried about what life would be like in the future. Sherry, an avid bird watcher, walker, travel guru, and dog-lover, wanted to make sure that she had the ability, time, and energy to keep up with her most valued hobbies. It has […]
Springtime weather is just around the corner! While you are staying home and social distancing yourself, why not start a home flower garden to bring some joy to your life? Making a raised flower bed allows those that have trouble getting down on the ground tend to a garden and still participate in this fulfilling […]
