In nearly two years since the first cases appeared in the U.S., we have learned a lot about the effects Covid-19 may have on our bodies. Symptoms of the virus may appear 2-14 days after exposure. The most common of these symptoms include fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, body aches, headache,...
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These are all the ways God’s word is binding
| Written by Andrew Wommack | When God speaks, His words are binding—they’re like an unbreakable contract. He always says exactly what He means, He never lies, and He never says, “Whoops, I’ve changed My mind.” This entire universe is held together by the power of God’s words. It was His word that created the...
December 7 is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
As you may know, today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, which is a reminder of the tragedy that happened this day in 1941. Franklin D. Roosevelt said it was “a date which will live in infamy” as the surprise attack by the Japanese Imperial Army caused more than 2,000 people to be killed. Four very...
There are more Medicare Enrollment Periods than you might think
Medicare’s Enrollment Periods Unlike the health insurance you may have had before turning 65, Medicare has multiple “enrollment periods.” Each of these windows is designed for people in a specific situation. You may be new to Medicare, changing residences or trying out an Advantage plan to see how you like it. There is likely to...
The Dangers of Dehydration in the Fall Months
When it comes to proper hydration in people, most believe that we should be concerned with the summer months when temperatures can spike to over 100 degrees. The risks of dehydration are particularly high for infants and seniors. Each year there are warnings from several resources encouraging people to stay hydrated during the summer to...
What You Need to Consider Before rejoining Community Events
Seniors that stay socially active experience several benefits that enrich their lives, including better cognitive function, boosted immune system, and improved mental and physical health. Social activities, however, have been a challenge in the last year and a half because of Covid-19 quarantine protocols. This has time has been particularly difficult for seniors because quarantine...
Balance and flexibility are A Great Tool for Every Golfer
The average golfer will roll up to the course just before tee time. Hit some golf balls. Play 18 holes. And then is perplexed they feel tight during and after the round. Does this routine sound familiar? If you’re like most golfers, you probably know how important flexibility is to the swing. Even tour players...
A great option for short term care
Being a caregiver can be hard. In fact, we all burn out at some point and will need a break. When a primary caregiver needs a break, respite care can provide short-term relief. Respite care is basically time off so that the primary caregivers can get away from their responsibilities for physical and emotional relief. ...
This is why we are unapologetically thankful
| Written by Andrew Wommack | This Thanksgiving, I am proclaiming to the world that I am unapologetically thankful to God for this great nation of the United States of America. Woke culture, cancel culture, and Critical Race Theory says America is “systemically racist.” I say just the opposite. America is systemically anti-racist. Human nature...
How to help a loved one affected by COVID-19
Covid-19 affected everyone in the new United States. Feelings of uncertainty regarding the effects of being infected, transmission to others, quarantine and isolation recommendations, and vaccines affected us all. But no group may have been impacted more than seniors. And as pandemic restrictions begin to ease in the U.S., many seniors will likely have new...