There really is nothing quite like curling up with a fascinating book! For some people, however, reading is a bit more challenging because of vision difficulties. Large print books offer a fantastic solution. They can be read comfortably without having to worry about eye strain. The text in most reading material is pretty small. It’s designed this Read More
There have been many legends attributed to St. Patrick throughout the centuries. St. Patrick’s Day began as a Holy Day in the Catholic Church, but over the years this religious Catholic saint’s day has turned into a more secular celebration of the upcoming spring. Here are a few lesser-known facts about St. Patrick’s Day: So on Read More
Knitting can be an easy and enjoyable craft for seniors, especially when the item is simple like a dishcloth. Experiment with colors or stitches for a personal touch. Whether kept or gifted, the satisfaction of making something special is priceless! Supplies: Instructions: Remember, practice makes perfect.If you make a mistake, don’t worry; it’s part of Read More
Healthy eating habits are easier to maintain with a well-rounded diet, and it’s easier to do than you may think. In fact, living a nutritious lifestyle can be easy and fun. Nutrition is about more than vitamins—it also includes fiber and healthy fats. Add healthy fats. Not all fats are bad. Foods with monounsaturated and Read More
Over the years, oral histories, myths, and legends have evolved to become known the world over as “fairy tales.” The origins of most fairy tales are rough around the edges, and would not be considered appropriate for children by today’s standards. Most of these stories would be more at home as ghost stories around a Read More
Where are you from? Paintsville KY, is originally from Butcher Holler (yes Loretta Lynn’s Holler) Favorites: Food- Pinto Beans with Fried Taters Drink- Coke Activity- Watching Westerns Music- County Music Favorite Artist- Old Hank Williams TV Show- Any show or movie, as long as it is a Western Favorite Season- Any season that is WARM- Read More
This year SNRC joined in a great cause by partnering with the parent of a fallen employee. A few years ago, Salyersville Nursing and Rehabilitation lost one of its own in Kiesha Joseph. Kiesha was a caregiver here for several years and was loved among all that she befriended here at the facility. She fulfilled Read More
Several health conditions, your lifestyle, your age and family history can increase your risk for heart disease. These are called risk factors. About half of all Americans (47%) have at least 1 of 3 key risk factors for heart disease: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and smoking. Some risk factors for heart disease cannot be controlled, such Read More
The word Lego is taken from the Dutch for “play well,” which is leg godt. The word is now synonymous to the whole world over for a toy which is well-recognized and loved by everyone. Many people own or have owned a bucket of Legos in their childhood, which is why many Lego collections are passed down Read More
The need for blood, plasma, and platelets donations are constant. Each day, the Red Cross must collect nearly 13,000 blood donations for patients at about 2,500 hospitals nationwide. This need doesn’t stop for the season, weather, or holiday. The Red Cross Blood Donor app or RedCrossBlood.org is a great way to find a place to Read More