Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” This month, in light of everything going on with the coronavirus, Tom and I thought we would take a pause and enjoy a lunchbreak or for those of us who breakfunch – something which I do all day, eating small meals between breakfast and lunch and do not take a lunch break – we are going to veer away from our normal column. Settle in. This is going to be wonderful! Sandy: Hi Tom! Happy April! For our detour topic this month, I have invited Deborah … [Read more...] about Removing Emotional Clutter; Remodeling from Within
Keeping Your Vehicle Clean of Coronavirus
In these uncertain times when the coronavirus continues to affect every aspect of our lives, it is not a time to panic. Keeping yourself and loved ones as safe as possible is generally everyone’s primary concern. We all have heard by now that the best method for reducing the spread of coronaviruses and other pathogens is by washing our hands, and cleaning and disinfecting surfaces that we come into contact with; however, not much is said about or explained about how to clean and disinfect … [Read more...] about Keeping Your Vehicle Clean of Coronavirus
Growing, Reaping Benefits of Rosemary
Rosemary is commonly used in cooking to flavor soups, sauces and meats. Perhaps less well known, it also has many health benefits and can be used as a natural remedy for a variety of ailments. Here are 10 health benefits of rosemary that will prompt you to grow this plant and find ways to use this valuable, fragrant herb. Cancer Prevention - Rosemary contains carnosol, found in studies to be a potent anti-cancer compound. Researchers have had promising results of its efficacy against breast … [Read more...] about Growing, Reaping Benefits of Rosemary
Don’t Let Chronic Pain Define You
If you are one of the millions of people in this country who struggle with chronic pain, you know first-hand how it can hinder your quality of life. You may have explored just about everything in an attempt to cope with your pain – injections, medications, chiropractic care, surgery – yet, the pain persists. YRMC’s Chronic Pain Self-Care Program can help. This innovative program will show you how to work in concert with your body and mind to understand and ease chronic pain through … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Chronic Pain Define You
Mountain Valley Rehab Hospital Ranked Among Nation’s Best
For the 13th year in a row, Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital (MVRRH) has been acknowledged for providing nationally recognized rehabilitative care to its patients. The hospital was ranked in the Top 10% of inpatient rehabilitation facilities nationwide for providing care that is patient-centered, effective, efficient and timely. “This means that in the Northern Arizona area, we’re providing the highest level of rehabilitative care available anywhere in the United States right … [Read more...] about Mountain Valley Rehab Hospital Ranked Among Nation’s Best
Disinfect Your Home to Prevent Illness
The recent outbreak of the coronavirus has gotten us all thinking more seriously about what we can do to protect ourselves and our families. Your own home is a good place to start. Here are some tips on how to best protect your home from germs and contaminants. If you have someone in the home that is ill, make sure to clean all the surfaces that person touches. The flu virus can live on hard surfaces for 24 hours, so make sure surfaces are disinfected often during the illness. Even if you are … [Read more...] about Disinfect Your Home to Prevent Illness
Which Hearing Aids Are Right for Me?
The world of hearing aids can be intimidating. With multiple manufacturers and models, it can feel akin to purchasing a vehicle. A minority of adults with hearing loss are actually fit with hearing aids, while the average length of time between noticing an issue and seeking treatment is seven years. Fortunately, licensed providers are available to act as guides, with “guides” being the keyword. While providers are very knowledgeable and reliable sources, the question of which type of hearing aid … [Read more...] about Which Hearing Aids Are Right for Me?
Massage 101: Choosing the Right Massage and Add-On Therapies
Massage therapy encompasses many different techniques, styles and personalized options, which can vary from appointment to appointment. Few things allow us to individualize an experience for the moment like massage therapy does. In the winter, deep tissue for aching muscles from snow shoveling may be in order. After taking final exams, a relaxing massage is just what is needed to end the semester. Sometimes it is about bodywork and total-body stretching to help reach sports and physical … [Read more...] about Massage 101: Choosing the Right Massage and Add-On Therapies
Can a Staffing Service Help You?
So, what is a staffing service or agency and how can it be beneficial to me? Is it just for day labor or can it help me find a career? What if I’m an employer and need someone to help for a day or two or I’m looking for long-term, career-minded employees? You may wonder these things if you are either looking for work or need employees. These are great questions, and I’m certain there are many more. Need a job? How fun is it to go looking through all the different jobs of all the various … [Read more...] about Can a Staffing Service Help You?
Rural Business Banking: More Options Than Ever
When you keep money local throughout the spending cycle, it works with you to strengthen the dollar and enhance the local economy. Rural businesses have traditionally been limited to large national banks for their comprehensive business services. All that has changed in recent years, however, with credit unions evolving their business services and offering better rates to empower rural businesses. Here are a few things to consider when choosing the right financial institution for your … [Read more...] about Rural Business Banking: More Options Than Ever