Archive | July, 2012

Don’t Lose Focus on a Pot-bellied Pig

Recently, as I ran along the beach in South Florida, my eye caught a glimpse of something unusual. My neck jerked my head to the side and then back as I adjusted my eyes to see if I was seeing things. Did I really just see a huge pig?  Sure enough. Then my mind began […]

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Beginning the Conversation

As baby boomers, those born between 1945 and 1964, start to enter retirement, they have begun to realize that their parents are sharing the blessing of a longer lifespan. It’s a fact that more and more of us as adults, and some of us retired, will be caring for our elderly parents.    Most of […]

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A Very “Sweet” Sixteen

A very special teenager just enjoyed her 16th birthday and this is her story.  When Rose was born, she was not expected to celebrate her 5th, 10th, or 16th birthday, but she is beating the odds everyday. Rose is a happy young lady cared for by her grandmother, who Rose calls “Mama”. Rose is a […]

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The Perfect Storm

June 9th, 2012 is a date that many residents of Escambia county will not soon forget. Flooding rains poured down throughout the area, leaving many roadways underwater and several homes and businesses soaked. Over thirteen inches of rainfall was reported, making it the wettest day on record since 1934! While most people will more than […]

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Safe Summer Travel for Caregivers

Submitted by Rachel Harding, MSW Social Worker, Alzheimer’s Family Services As a caregiver, it may seem difficult to get away and even the thought of it may feel impossible. It can happen with proper planning and support; here are a few tips to help you along the way. The first thing to determine is the […]

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The Interdisciplinary Group: A Team Approach

The most recognized “team” in healthcare is probably the doctor and the nurse. We have all seen them working together to diagnose, treat, and cure. They each have their own specific job and for hundreds of years this team has worked very well to provide patient care. For the best in end-of-life care, this team […]

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A Driving Difference

Submitted by Erin Stevens, Community Educator, Dothan Branch As I was driving in town today, I saw two cars with vinyl lettering on the back glass memorializing an obvious friend or family member of the driver.  It was ironic to me that both of these memorialized were people the same age as me.  I didn’t […]

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Celebrating Freedom: A Reflection on the 4th of July

Yesterday, America celebrated the 4th of July and many likely enjoyed fireworks into the evening after a day of barbecuing or a day on the beach. And today, many are back to the office and into their regular routines. The 4th of July is certainly an enjoyable holiday but let’s remember those who have served […]

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Congratulations to…Sharyn!

Sharyn Aaron, TSR in the corporate support services HIS Department, is the July Employee of the Month! Sharyn hit the ground running when she joined the Covenant Hospice family, and never stopped! She works tirelessly to ensure all users who contact HIS for assistance are given top-notch Customer Service, and are left very satisfied! She also helps all […]

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