We frequently hear that exercise is one of the best things we can do for our body. One obstacle is setting aside the time for exercise. What is the best time for you to exercise? Any time. For example, when you are watching TV you can: • Stretch your muscles • Do sit ups, pushups, and other floor exercises • Use a stationary bike or other exercise machine if you have one A healthy exercise […]
by Joseph M. Valenzano, Jr. As someone who has taught at the undergraduate and graduate school levels at some of the finest universities and colleges in the nation, and who has spent his business life in the health care arena, I thought I would use this opportunity to share some personal perspectives with you. I have had the privilege of serving families caring for children and adults with disabilities and special health care needs for […]
LIVING WITH A DISABILITY BY JERRY LEVINSON Megan, then age 12, sued the Girl Scouts, claiming the organization violated the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 by refusing to provide her with sign language services and then by disbanding her troop because her mother complained. Megan Runnion was active in a Girl Scout troop run by the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana, the largest regional Girl Scout organization in the United States. Megan […]
Lily Putney was born without health issues. As a 15-month-old, however, an ear infection spiraled out of control and resulted in a viral inflammation of the brain, leading to seizures and brain damage. Now 15 years later, Lily remains non-verbal and non-ambulatory, and still suffers from almost daily seizures. However, despite challenges, her family sees her life as full of purpose. “Having a child with catastrophic disabilities is extremely difficult, but we are like any […]
The places we live, work and play have significant impacts on our health and happiness. The physical characteristics of our environments can encourage and support an active lifestyle, healthy diet and our involvement in the community, all of which are essential to any successful health and fitness plan. Over the past century, the design of our physical environments was intended to make life easier and more efficient. Cars and public transportation have replaced sidewalks and […]
