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3 ways seniors can combat loneliness
Plug into lifestyle programs available at all six Buckner senior living communities
Unfortunately, senior isolation and loneliness are relatively common. Millions of seniors struggle to get the social activity they need to maintain...
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Buckner International collaborates with Olive Crest's Child Abuse Prevention Network and Mission Foods to benefit vulnerable children
Aligning to serve abused, neglected children
Buckner International loves aligning with other nonprofit organizations that share our mission to serve vulnerable children and families. Buckner...
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Learning the meaning of love
Buckner Family Pathways™ graduate now shows other women they are loved
Connie is a graduate of Buckner Family Pathways™. While in the program, she gained important life skills such as maintaining a clean, safe home for...
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The mental health crisis today
Counselor shares grave statistics about suicide, mental health
September was Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We have a special guest writer on the blog today, Shanta Atkinson. Atkinson is a Buckner Family...
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Beacon of hope
Stepping out of her comfort zone, mother finds second home with Buckner
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Abuse and violence can create isolation, but for Tanikka Lewis, she chose to step out of her comfort...
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Exercises to keep seniors' brains sharp
Approaching brain health with a holistic approach
Everyone knows exercise is essential for the body, but it can be easy to overlook exercise for the mind. Throughout World Alzheimer's Month, there...
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A blueprint for success
Single mother finds direction and hope at Buckner Family Pathways™
A few years ago, LaSherrell Hayes had never dreamed she’d own her own house. As a single mother staying with a friend, the idea of home ownership...
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"The disease that takes two"
World Alzheimer's Month continues
Special guest writer Dr. Neeta Nayak offers her insight on the impact of Alzheimer's disease and the science behind it.
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Tips and resources for facing an Alzheimer's diagnosis
Families and loved ones don't have to walk this journey alone
Cheryl Johnson, director of healthcare services for Buckner Retirement Services, shares tips for families walking through an Alzheimer's diagnosis.
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Finding worth and value through the Buckner Family Pathways™ program
Single mom shares her story in her own words
At Buckner International, we are committed to providing support to families to chase goals and learn their worth. Through the Buckner Family...
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