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Sam Collier. Photo credit: Rayandra Nairn

What Our Faith Calls Us To: Sam Collier

This influential pastor, and author of A Greater Story, seeks to start conversations about race by emphasizing understanding and relationships.

She Bakes Pies to Bring People Comfort

Rose McGee, founder of Sweet Potato Comfort Pie, shares how she was inspired to share her pies in times in racial strife and crisis, when a community is in need of comfort and healing.

A Visit to a Medical Foster Home for Veterans

Lynn Rufing, a career nurse, shares how she, her husband, and their newly adopted daughters worked to open their home to veterans in need of care.

5 Tips to Adjust Your Expectations as a Caregiver

By Branka Primetica4 min read

You can make life easier by accepting a more realistic version of your role.

An aging mother in wheelchair converses with her caregiver son.

Caring for a Parent When Your Relationship Has Been Strained

By Lauri Scharf5 min read

Whether you assume a hands-on or a backseat role, caregiving may offer an opportunity for healing.

This Veteran Makes Canes for Other Patriots Using Discarded Wood

By Allison Churchill2 min read

Jamie Willis, founder of Canes for Veterans Central Texas, finds a sense of purpose in serving his veteran brothers and sisters.

A woman waking up in bed during the morning.

Battling Caregiver Sleep Deprivation: What Can You Do?

By Cindy Connolly5 min read

When your loved one has dementia, it can make nighttime rocky, but there are ways to improve both your sleep routines.

3 Ways People are Coming Together Through Live Music

By Kaylin Kaupish4 min read

These places are tapping the healing power of music to spread cheer and joy during the pandemic.

Avery Sontheimer; photo courtesy Avery Sontheimer

Pawsitive Change: Teen Raises Money for Animal Shelters

By Megan Troise2 min read

Avery Sontheimer would love to have her own shelter. But for now, despite battling cancer, she’s dedicated to helping hundreds of rescues—one gift card at a time.