Find connections in your community that can offer support and encouragement

Find connections in your community that can offer support and encouragement Do you desire a sense of belonging — a community you can go to? It’s a part of being human. But this year, 1 in 3 adults age 50–80 (34%) reported feeling isolated from others in the past year. Community building can bring positive change. The...

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Tips to help protect your child’s mental health from harmful social media use

Tips to help protect your child’s mental health from harmful social media use Social media can be a great tool to help build connections, stay informed and engage with others. However, when it becomes all-consuming and potentially damaging to adolescent brain development, it may be cause for concern.   Recently, the U.S....

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Why social connections are important to our health — and how to strengthen them

Why social connections are important to our health — and how to strengthen them When it comes to our health and longevity, we all know some basic truths: Proper nutrition is vital, preventive health screenings are essential and exercise is a must. But there may be another surprising “ingredient” that’s just as important...

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Supporting victims of trafficking with therapeutic horse riding for improved well-being

Supporting victims of trafficking with therapeutic horse riding for improved well-being Horses can often have a unique sensitivity to people’s feelings and emotions. These strong, calming creatures can have a powerful effect to ease anxieties and reduce tension. “Horses are beautiful, sensitive and intelligent,” said Katherine...

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Providing family shelters for those experiencing homelessness with teens

Providing family shelters for those experiencing homelessness with teens In Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the number of homeless individuals continues to increase (pdf) — especially within the last five years. For those facing these conditions, the harsh winters of South Dakota can make staying on the streets a...

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UnitedHealthcare Accelerator announces its 2023 cohort of 10 digital health startups

UnitedHealthcare Accelerator announces its 2023 cohort of 10 digital health startups A fundamental priority for UnitedHealthcare has always been to be a leader in modernizing the health system and advancing new solutions for some of the most pressing challenges in health care. To continue playing a leading role in driving the future...

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Nurse liaison helps law enforcement, first responders manage mental health and more

Nurse liaison helps law enforcement, first responders manage mental health and more On a school day in Altamonte Springs, Florida, you’ll find Andre Shoucair at his post. He’s a school resource deputy at a local elementary school — a job he loves and is proud to do. But in order for Andre to take care of the students and his...

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50 plus NWI businesses vacation at GreatNews.Life for the return of Biz in the Backyard

50 plus NWI businesses vacation at GreatNews.Life for the return of Biz in the Backyard The GreatNews.Life (GNL) office was transformed into a tropical paradise for the return of the highly anticipated Biz in the Backyard event on Thursday, August 3. It was a fun-filled afternoon that invited GNL partners to network with one another and...

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Prioritizing your child’s mental health this back-to-school season

Prioritizing your child’s mental health this back-to-school season It’s that time of year when families are busy checking off those back-to-school lists. You’re likely making sure your student has the right notebooks, folders, pens and pencils – but even more important than school supplies is making sure your...

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