In late October, the much anticipated Outpatient Services Building West will begin to open in stages to serve our community. Located on the campus of Dignity Health, Yavapai Regional Medical Center West (YRMC) in Prescott, this new state-of-the-art health and wellness center combines high-tech innovations with comfort and convenience. “The Outpatient Services Building West is a patient-focused health and wellness center,” said Dignity Health, YRMC Director of Marketing and Communications Ken … [Read more...] about The Outpatient Services Building West: Built for Your Health
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Yoga and Breath to Increase Quality of Life
In yoga, we call the breath “prana,” which means life force energy. What better way to increase our quality of life than by generating life force energy! That is exactly what we are doing while practicing yoga with our geriatric and/or disabled populations. When we focus on the breath, we are also enhancing our thought process by generating blood flow and oxygen to the brain and all parts of the body. Some of the other benefits of yoga are decreased anxiety and depression, an increase in core … [Read more...] about Yoga and Breath to Increase Quality of Life
Insider Secrets Your Landscaper Won’t Share
Whether it’s having hardscape features installed, performing chores or selecting plants for the yard, it’s helpful to understand the insider secrets landscapers won’t share. Thinking like a professional saves lots of money, time and frustration. Best of all, unlocking these pro tips will help transform your plantings from a mere collection of plants into a sophisticated landscape design. Hardscaping is everything non-living, like irrigation, raised beds, ponds and retaining walls. Hardscape … [Read more...] about Insider Secrets Your Landscaper Won’t Share
October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month and while we believe every month has that title, special attention is given to October in hopes that all of these beautiful souls will find their forever homes. Most pets are brought to us and other humane societies through no fault of their own. The top reasons stated for surrendering animals are “landlord issues” and “moving.” This means there are a lot of amazing, fun, loving dogs here ready to go home and have a second chance at life. There … [Read more...] about October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
Tortoises Make Lifelong Companions
Courtney Sheldon had always wanted a pet tortoise. When she was 9 years old, her family would help take care of a dog kennel when the owner was away. She spent her time at the pond out back, playing with the turtles. When she moved to Arizona in 2020, she mentioned to her boyfriend that they should get a tortoise. After all, the climate was right. She was half joking – they already had three dogs and five cats. But the idea stuck with her. Then one day on Facebook, she saw an article about … [Read more...] about Tortoises Make Lifelong Companions
Unique Opportunity to Own a Crown Jewel of Prescott History
In a town as rich with history as Prescott, there are few buildings as iconic as the Bashford-Burmister building where Bashford Courts resides. An atrium mall, Bashford Courts is known for unique specialty shops that are sure to entice locals and visitors alike. Beyond the variety of items, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy the unique architecture and history of the Bashford-Burmister Company, which became Bashford Courts in 1994. L. Bashford established the company in 1864, the same … [Read more...] about Unique Opportunity to Own a Crown Jewel of Prescott History
Accessorize Your Hearing
Technology is constantly evolving, often at a rapid pace, with the goal of improving and simplifying the experience for the user. If you buy a new phone, you get a pair of wireless earbuds. Hearing aids are similar. While modern hearing aids can significantly improve a wearer’s quality of life, some situations could still be improved with the addition of an accessory – situations such as listening to someone behind you while hiking or catching all the information at a meeting. Fortunately, there … [Read more...] about Accessorize Your Hearing
Fall is Here, Winter is Coming
Fall is here and there is plenty to do. Home prices are still up, and whether you are thinking about selling or just want to keep your home in good order for the upcoming season, it’s important to keep things maintained and in good condition. Here’s a checklist to get your home ready for the winter, the holidays or for sale. Inspect Your Windows Professional window cleaning and a thorough inspection of your windows and seals is essential for ensuring that the cold does not leak in and that … [Read more...] about Fall is Here, Winter is Coming
Event Promotes Anti-Aging Technology
Fact: By age 35, you have lost over 50% of your stem cell activity. Fact: By age 65 you will lose almost all of your stem cell activity. Sadly, the less stem cell activity you have, the faster you age and the slower you heal. Remember when you were a kid? If you broke your arm, it would be healed and ready for action within three weeks. That’s because when you were young, your stem cells would respond like armies of mighty warriors, ready and able to fight off whatever ailed you. How … [Read more...] about Event Promotes Anti-Aging Technology
A Collaboration: Working with Our Youth
The Journey Program is a collaboration between Juvenile Justice and Polara Health. This program has been in existence for more than 15 years. Journey services youth ages 15-18, who have an identified substance use issue. Many of them have mental health concerns as well as academic concerns. It is a one-of-a-kind program in Arizona. The youth are referred by Juvenile Probation, the court or from local mental health agencies. The program is eight weeks long and there are up to six participants … [Read more...] about A Collaboration: Working with Our Youth