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How to Deal with Failure and Still Succeed in Life

Simply put, failure is a lack of success. When we fall short of our goals or expectations for ourselves, we fail. For many of us, just reading the last sentence may cause anxiety. Our society views failure negatively; we’re pushed to succeed, sometimes over-exerting ourselves to do so. But failure is actually very helpful (and [...]

2022-03-13T10:55:02-07:00

Planning Healthy Meals Takes Time. Imagine Doing It in 15 minutes. MealEasy’s Got You Covered.

After the daily grind, planning a well-balanced meal can feel like a time-sucking chore. We get it. But since you can’t survive off-dry cereal and coffee, using MealEasy can help. Make food that’ll keep you healthy and strong, no matter your dietary needs. Select from six nutritious plans, like heart-healthy, diabetes-friendly, and vegetarian. MealEasy has [...]

2022-03-07T07:04:00-08:00

Caring for Someone with Alzheimer’s Disease

According to the Centers for Disease Control, Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. It’s a progressive illness that worsens over time. It impacts emotional, physical, and mental functions, typically in older people aged 65 and over. In certain cases, it may appear before that (i.e., early onset). Researchers aren’t sure what causes [...]

2022-02-18T16:40:19-08:00

What is the Difference Between Good Stress and Bad Stress?

What is Stress? Stress is normal – typically short-term – biological response to difficult, threatening, or unexpected events. When we’re stressed, our bodies release chemicals like adrenaline and cortisol, which allow us to respond to stressors quickly and effectively. These chemicals prepare our bodies to either fight or flee. For example, adrenaline: Increases heart rate [...]

2022-02-18T13:38:52-08:00

5 Suggestions to Improve Quality of Life for Seniors

As our loved one's age, their health and wellness need ultimately change. While this may be nerve-wracking and unfamiliar, we can support them in many ways. With their permission, we can assist seniors with establishing good habits to make aging enjoyable. Today, we’ll discuss 5 suggestions to improve the quality of life for seniors. Deal [...]

2022-02-18T13:29:52-08:00

Sick of Living in the Shadow of Medical Debt? Try Medical Bill Negotiation to Regain Your Power Over Health Care Costs

The nationwide medical debt is an estimated $81 to $140 billion. Financial limitations, lack of insurance, high deductibles, and visits to out-of-network providers have left 50% of the population in debt. Yet, many people never try to negotiate their medical bills. Don’t be one of them. By becoming a UCA member, you get access to [...]

2022-02-16T05:25:00-08:00

How to Successfully Age in Place: 5 Planning Tips

What is Aging in Place? Current healthy aging policy defines aging in place (AIP) as the process of continuing to live independently (to some degree) in our communities throughout old age. It emphasizes the avoidance of nursing home facilities. AIP allows older adults to stay connected to loved ones, maintain autonomy, and avoid the high [...]

2022-02-15T13:29:46-08:00
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