The fall 2022 semester at Yavapai College is in full swing, and with that comes athletic competition. At YC, we have made a commitment to athletics by adding programs, support staff and resources. I am proud that over the past two years, we have added women’s soccer and e-sports, and later this fall, our men’s and women’s basketball teams will tip off seasons for the first time since the programs were discontinued in 2011. With the addition of these four programs, Yavapai College now … [Read more...] about Yavapai College is All In on Athletics
Training Dogs and Their Humans
Every dog could benefit from some basic training. And every dog owner could benefit from some basic training. The Behavior Team at Yavapai Humane Society not only works with our dogs helping them with any behavior issues they may be having but, they also provide Behavior Training Classes to YHS (Yavapai Humane Society) Alumni dogs and the public (even if you did not adopt from us). This six-week course is an important tool for all dog owners as it teaches the owner how to train their dogs. Our … [Read more...] about Training Dogs and Their Humans
Understanding Leaky Gut Syndrome in Dogs
Your dog’s intestines are organs that play a huge role in the health of the entire body. They break down food so the body can absorb needed nutrients. At the same time, the waste waits inside the gut to be passed. The walls of the intestines ensure that water and nutrients are used by the body. The toxins and pathogens get stuck in the intestines until they’re released. Inflammation creates gaps between the individual cells lining the walls, known as Leaky Gut Syndrome. These gaps allow … [Read more...] about Understanding Leaky Gut Syndrome in Dogs
Why Spaying, Neutering is Right for Your Pet
A spay, also known as an ovariohysterectomy, is a surgical procedure involving removal of the reproductive organs, namely the ovaries and uterus, of a female mammal. The procedure is important to do to reduce the risk of mammary (breast) cancer, if performed before the second heat, prevent pregnancy, and eliminate the risk of pyometra (a life-threatening infection of the uterus) – all of which I have seen occur in intact (unspayed) females in practice over the past 17 years. The maladies that … [Read more...] about Why Spaying, Neutering is Right for Your Pet
Aging Without Isolating: Living Your Best Life
The risk of isolation, unfortunately, increases as we age. The social interactions we once took for granted can become challenging due to situations such as becoming a caregiver, the death of a loved one, financial struggles, discrimination, physical issues and transportation. Isolation and seniors can be a dangerous combination during the holidays. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states nearly one-fourth of adults ages 65 and older are socially isolated and are at a … [Read more...] about Aging Without Isolating: Living Your Best Life
Valuing Staff Wellness
Seventy-five percent of Americans are chronically dehydrated.My first year in management, I learned the power of a happy and productive staff. We are only as good as our “weakest link.” Thirty years later, after managing hundreds of individuals, operational projects, productivity, budgets, marketing and sales strategies, the No. 1 priority is who we are for the teams that work with us. People want to be a part of something that matters, something that is greater than themselves and matches … [Read more...] about Valuing Staff Wellness
Volunteer Companions Needed for Isolated Seniors
You might be surprised to learn that the U.S. Census Bureau’s July 2022 population estimate reports that 53% of Yavapai County’s population is concentrated in the Quad Cities area. Nearly 34% of our 122,370 Quad Cities neighbors are age 65 or older. That’s 41,606 seniors, 3,328 of whom live in poverty. Our county’s 65+ population is nearly 32% of 232,400 residents, while state-wide, it’s 18%. 18,600 (8%) of seniors are widowed. Why is this data important? Prescott became a retirement … [Read more...] about Volunteer Companions Needed for Isolated Seniors
Embry-Riddle Gives First Generation College Students a Boost, Backed by $1.3 Million Federal Grant
Before Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University alumna Rebekah Francis became the first member of her family to graduate from college in 2021, the prospect of higher education seemed almost overwhelming. She wondered what she would study, how she would afford tuition and where she would live. Then, she was accepted into Upward Bound, an outreach program designed primarily to benefit low-income and first-generation college students. After that, everything changed. “The most memorable part of … [Read more...] about Embry-Riddle Gives First Generation College Students a Boost, Backed by $1.3 Million Federal Grant
YCCA Providing Learning Opportunities, Construction Updates
Welcome to another edition of At Home with Tom and Sandy. We are here to give you the inside scoop on real estate, the construction industry, what’s up, what’s down, what’s hot and what’s not. We will share real estate stats, home prices, building permit numbers, construction pointers and give you hints on renovations that will give you a return on your investment. We will talk about products, how to take care of your home and so much more. Sandy: Fall is here Tom. Schools are back in … [Read more...] about YCCA Providing Learning Opportunities, Construction Updates
Getting Educated About Financial Planning
As we continue building our financial plan, we will now discuss a very important aspect for you to become successful. Education; yes, education. We will step out for you some things for you to consider. I always laugh when I hear someone say, “I can’t wait to get out of school.” Really? If you are not always learning, then you will not meet any of your goals let alone your financial goals. Learning is a lifetime journey. Whatever the method, whatever the experience. A wide variety of … [Read more...] about Getting Educated About Financial Planning