8 Ways for Caregivers to Take Care of Themselves
By Rev. Laurie Sue Brockway7 min read
Tired of living in a state of high alert as a caregiver? Try these simple ways to take a break and re-charge without guilt.
Helping others
Why this Military Wife invited 10 Teenagers to Her Home
By Bri McKoy6 min read
Her husband’s first deployment left her feeling lonely. Focusing on others rather than herself made all the difference.
7 Inspiring Quotes from Mister Rogers
By Ashley Lateef2 min read
Fred McFeely Rogers was an American television personality, musician, puppeteer, writer, producer, and Presbyterian minister. He is widely known as the host of the children’s series Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood and brought thoughtfulness and generosity to his lessons in each episode. Here are some inspiring quotes from Mr. Rogers.
Gene Wilder’s Widow Shares Heartfelt Essay on His Battle with Alzheimer’s
By Daisy Urgiles2 min read
A year after her husband’s death, Karen Wilder opens up about what it’s like caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease.
Jessica McClard Creates Little Free Pantry to Give Back and Unite the Community
By Daisy Urgiles2 min read
The mother of two has introduced a simple way to bring her community together to help others.
When Disaster Struck, Volunteers of America Found an Innovative Way to Help
By Evan Miller3 min read
Catastrophic flooding in Baton Rouge left residents looking for answers, so VOA met them in the library
Eric Motley on the Blessings of Growing Up in a Small Town
Listen as Eric Motley, executive vice-president of the Aspen Institute, shares how his life and career were impacted by the support, encouragement and guidance of the people of his hometown, Madison Park, Alabama.
What a Hospice Chaplain Learned About Life from Her Patients
By Ansley Roan8 min read
Kerry Egan, a hospice chaplain, discovered that listening to the stories of those near death offered her new insights into how to live, and challenged stereotypes about the dying. In her book, “On Living,” the dying aren’t saints and sages, dispensing advice from under a halo.
Guideposts Classics: Denzel Washington, Inspired to Be Great
By Denzel Washington8 min read
In this story from January 2007, two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington discusses the vital role parents, teachers, coaches and role models played in his life.
How a Driven Surgeon Found a New Passion
By Sherry Colgin8 min read
An active, athletic doctor thought her life was over when heart trouble forced her to give up her practice—but an inspiring new chapter was about to begin.
Bill Gates Invests $100 Million to Fight Alzheimer’s Disease
By Ashley Lateef2 min read
The well-known humanitarian wants to support the battle against the disease.
Gina Rodriguez Quote, Gratitude
Sharing your blessings helps you make room for more.
