More than 5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s Disease, and the disease impacts their loved ones in a huge way. Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America has recently published “2010 Report: Medicines in Development for Alzheimer’s Disease.” Among the statistics included the report are these: • Some 70 percent of people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias live at … Read more
Late one night last week, I went into the kitchen to refill my water bottle. There was no ice in the ice maker, and the temperature in the freezer was rising rapidly. The next morning, I called a repairman and arranged for service. By that evening the freezer was cooling again, and by the next … Read more
Introduction from Lillie: This article by my associate, Beverly Ellison, is the follow-up to her post: The Gift: Becoming Primary Caregiver for Mom with Alzheimer’s . ==================================================================== It has taken me longer than I planned to get back with you to share my experience with the “Do’s and Don’ts” of caring for a loved one … Read more
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Last year, I posted a series on domestic violence, beginning with Supporting Domestic Violence Awareness Month. I encourage you to read the entire series, and I hope you become as passionate as I am about stopping domestic violence. A question that I consider one of the highest compliments I’ve … Read more
Introduction from Lillie: This is the first post from my associate, Beverly Ellison. You can look forward to more posts from Beverly in the future. ===================================================================== Chances are many of you who are reading this have been impacted by Alzheimer’s Disease (AD). As our society continues to age, AD will continue to make itself known. … Read more
Imagine not being able to read. Imagine looking at words on a page and seeing gibberish. Imagine never being able to lose yourself in a story or find the answers to your questions in a book. Imagine not being able to fill out a job application or read a map. According to the International Reading … Read more
May 25th is National Missing Children’s Day, a day to raise awareness of missing children and to remind parents to teach child safety. O LORD Jesus Christ, who dost embrace children with the arms of thy mercy, protect children from those who would harm them, that the children may rejoice in the life that now is, … Read more
May is Stroke Awareness Month. Entertainer Della Reese is a stroke survivor and encourages others who experience stroke. Learn more about stroke from the National Stroke Association. You will find information about risk factors, prevention, and recovery on the organization’s Web site as well as in National Stroke Awareness Month: Stroke Risk Factors and Symptoms This is a very important … Read more
Thirty-seven years ago today, the Supreme Court of the United States legalized murder. Since that day, more than 50 million American babies, disproportionately minority, have been killed in the womb. As every year, pro-life organizations and individuals are marching in Washington to call for an end to the legal murder of unborn babies. We must end … Read more
Haiti has been hit by a devastating 7.0 earthquake that has left tens of thousands of people dead and the capital city destroyed. O GOD, merciful and compassionate, who art ever ready to hear the prayers of those who put their trust in thee; Graciously hearken to us who call upon thee, and grant thy help … Read more