October heralds the arrival of cooler weather, and with it, greater need. Volunteer-based organizations across the city are responsible for meeting the needs of the hungry, the houseless and the most vulnerable among us. As temperatures drop, consider taking extra steps to support the community — be it through your time, things or support. Here […]
This year, from October 2-8, we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week — a national, week-long observance that discusses, examines and advocates for mental health conditions. The series also aims to “raise awareness of mental illness, fight discrimination and provide support,” according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, who founded the tradition in 1990. Yet, […]
On Sept. 28, journalist, former talk show host and author Katie Couric shared a very personal message with her readers in an essay titled ‘Why Not Me’ – she has breast cancer. “June 21, 2022, was the first day of summer, my 8th wedding anniversary, and the day I found out I had breast cancer,” […]