As we age, it’s important to plan out where and who our assets will go to, but it’s usually something that many people put off due to not wanting to think of end of life circumstances. Despite this train of thought, it’s an essential part of planning and a responsibility …

If you have persistent pain for six months or more, it’s considered chronic. By that point, you may have tried just about everything to find relief, but you know you don’t want to undergo even more painful surgery or take medication for the rest of your life. What do you …

By Amanda Fincher It’s loud and clear that this is a seller’s market. The home valuation has skyrocketed here locally and across our state. What does that mean for you? If you are considering a move, whether you are moving into a new home, downsizing into a condo or townhome, …

By Physicians Rehabilitation We all know that being and staying active is critical for aging well. But as we age, we can sometimes exacerbate injuries especially for those who are active in sports like tennis, running, biking, pickleball and working out. Physicians Rehabilitation has a several options to treat and …

Deciding to treat the blur, muting and potential danger of cataracts is a smart decision, one designed to dramatically improve vision, safety and quality of life. But having a clouded natural lens removed is only the first part of cataract surgery – the second is having a new intraocular lens …

Covid-19 has slowly spread its way into the lives of almost every person starting with financial distress and ending in the constant fear of carrying on with everyone’s daily routine. These strange times have called for unorthodox measures to be taken in order to flatten the curve of the spread …

A cancer diagnosis changes everything; it is, perhaps, the most feared diagnosis a doctor can deliver. Every cancer patient wants tocancer diagnosis changes everything; it is, perhaps, the most feared diagnosis a doctor can deliver. Every cancer patient wants to wants to be assured they have access to the most …

Social distancing helped us survive the pandemic. It also taught us how staying connected with loved ones is the very thing that makes survival worthwhile. Yet even before COVID-19 we faced a health crisis. Few people talked about it, but it was right here – the loneliness epidemic. For many, …

Submitted by Cornerstone Hospice and Palliative Care Nearly 60 years after the end of World War II, former US Army Sergeant and Villages resident Charles Mellott was honored for his service during a special ceremony, surrounded by family and friends. The Cornerstone SALUTES! ceremony was arranged by the Cornerstone Hospice social …

Estate planning does not need to be an expensive or time-consuming process, according to Attorney Patrick L. Smith. Whereas many attorneys bill their clients by the hour to handle their planning, Attorney Smith offers a complimentary consultation and has instituted a flat-fee system for his services.  For example, a basic …