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Senior wellness trends and myths to watch for in 2017
As we wrap up 2016 and look ahead to New Year’s fitness resolutions, Buckner Parkway Place wellness coordinator Rachel Ramirez shares today’s top trends in senior living...
‘Our miracle baby’
In five years of doing foster care, David and April McCarthy have had 13 foster children stay in their home – all of them boys. They have...
Art Weiner carries on legacy of caring through Buckner Children’s Village
Her picture is the first thing Art Weiner sees when he wakes up each morning and the last thing he sees before nodding off to bed at...
Faith Focus: The search for new beginnings
Growing up, Christmas was my favorite time of the year. It was magical. All of my family came together for Christmas Eve dinner at my grandparents' home....
Former Beaumont mayor’s Santa collection on display at Calder Woods
Christmas, as anyone with fingers clawing at wrapping paper understands, is the celebration of the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. While Christmas needs no further introduction, a...
Friday photo: Party time
Bright smiles and joy were found last week at the Midland Foster Care and Family Pathways Christmas party. Sponsored by Guy and Whitney Ellis, nearly 250 people attended...
Carrying a tune: Retired music teacher brings music to Alzheimer’s residents
Virginia Derry taught music for 26 years in four different states. From kindergarteners to high school seniors, nearly every age of student has come through her musical...
Parkway Place offers holiday tips for families experiencing Alzheimer’s or dementia
Adjusting holiday traditions after a loved one has a health change can be difficult for families, particularly for families experiencing Alzheimer’s or dementia. That’s why Parkway Place...
Aldine families receive toys and food to make holidays a little easier
Christmas is a little brighter for families in the Buckner Family Hope Center at Houston/Aldine programs as they received food and toys for their holiday celebrations. Last...
Buckner in East Texas rings in Christmas early for vulnerable children, families
Christmas came early this year for vulnerable families and children served through Buckner in East Texas. In a day filled with parties, smiles, laughter and joy, families...