Quality of Life: The general well being of a person or society, defined in measure of health and happiness, rather than wealth. This definition feels fairly accurate for me. However, we all know that each person defines quality in various ways. Some people focus on health or family, while others may focus on possessions or […]
“Christmas... is not an external event at all, but a piece of one's home that one carries in one's heart.”-Freya Stark This is a wonderful time of year for hope, joy, jubilation and coalescence. It seems that as the holiday season approaches, the world becomes a bustle of vitality. Yet, we still have to figure […]
“In a matter of a few minutes, Midnight Sun became an integral part of our lives and in an hour we all went home! It was “normal” immediately! They are so much a part of our lives and our family that we think of them as such. His caregivers actively and passionately provide superb care […]
Alaska Run for Women Making Strides of Anchorage Mayor Sullivan Promotes Prostate Cancer Awareness for Anchorage Anchorage Fire Department Goes Pink for Cancer Awareness Relay for Life Alaska Men’s Run Pinktober Pink Party UAA Dental Days Chains of Caring According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 41% of Americans will be diagnosed with some type […]
September is Fall Prevention Awareness Month. Every year, one-third of all people over the age of 65 will experience a fall. Often, these falls can result in broken bones and/or a decline in the overall health of the individual. These types of accidents are especially prevalent in Alaska, due to the extreme weather conditions that […]
Who doesn’t enjoy a good summer filled with barbecues, fishing, hiking, warmer weather and many more hours of daylight? Yet now, we are finding that days are getting shorter and the weather is ever changing. This is a season of preparation, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun. Sometimes it can be hard to […]
Also, independency. The state or quality of being independent. Freedom from the control, influence, support, aid, or the like, of others. Archaic. a competency. That’s what Webster’s Dictionary says it is. But the real question is what it means to you, your loved ones, your neighbors, your community and so on. Our country was built on the idea of freedom and independence, as was Alaska. I have lived in Alaska for 45 years (since I was […]
“She says she wants to keep living in her home. We say it starts by keeping her on her feet.” Many people believe that once you reach a ‘certain age’ it’s time to slow down. They say less physical activity is better, even safer. I don’t think anyone who said that was over the age […]
“Helping families remain families” Our tag line for Midnight Sun Home Care holds much meaning for us and it speaks directly to our mission of ensuring quality of life and providing peace of mind for our clients and their families. The idea of it becomes that much clearer when we break it down further to: […]
My father passed away six years ago, this May. Each year, I remember the last days with him as some of the most heartbreaking in my life, yet the most emotionally and spiritually rewarding. Dad raised our family in Soldotna, Alaska and that was where he spent his last few months, suffering from lung cancer […]
