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For some of us, summer has come quickly, which means that the heat is upon us!  For those not yet impacted by the heat, summer weather may be around the corner.  Hot temperatures are something to recognize and take preventative measures with, because the heat can cause various illnesses.  Heat related illnesses could include heat […]

Summer is here and that means schools are out, schedules shift, and people spend more time enjoying barbecues, swimming, gazing at starry nights, blowing bubbles and playing games. Lets face it, by the time summer arrives most of us are dangerously approaching burnout!  For many people, this season of the year often includes vacation time […]

       Father’s Day is celebrated every year in the United States on the third Sunday in the month of June. This year it will be on Sunday, June 17 th . The title father, can represent your actual father, stepfather, grandfather, an uncle, the father to your children, or a mentor who impacted […]

Earlier last month, we explored what a Restorative Aide position is and the necessary job skills.  Here is a closer look at the job duties, education requirements and the job outlook. These are important to be aware of, if you are considering this career or are interested in additional information.   Education Requirements For Becoming […]

CONGRATULATIONS, JASMINE! JASMINE IS OUR TUITION REIMBURSEMENT WINNER FOR MAY! “I’ve lived my whole life in KS, and just recently was inspired to start my career in the nursing field by my grandmother. I feel very fortunate to have been chosen! It just helps to encourage me going forward really. Not only was the course […]

Do you enjoy helping people restore their quality of life?  Are you passionate about advancing quality of life?  Are you a Certified Nurse’s Aide and have wanted to expand your career?  And do you want to make a difference in someone’s life?  If the answer is yes to these questions, you might be interested in […]

Planning for long term care is often done for a loved one, as it becomes needed. However, long-term care should be thought of in advance.  It is hard to imagine getting into an accident or having an injury that could cause long-term care, or aging to the point of needing assistance.  However, it is most […]

May is recognized as the National Stroke Awareness Month.  According to the American Heart Association, in the United States, strokes are the fifth leading cause of death.  Stroke Awareness month is highly promoted and important, because statistics show that 80 percent of strokes may be preventable.  Today, we will look closely at what is a […]

As we just explored what burnout is and how it can be impacting your well being, here are 5 ways to fight back and stop burnout in your life today: Recognize your main stressors. Focus on pinpointing what is causing you the most stress at school or work. Is it the amount of work, or […]

First, burnout is a real thing. Burnout is defined in the dictionary as mental or physical collapse caused by overwork or stress.  Burnout is a result of experiencing chronic stress and not coping with it properly, or not having the resources to cope with it.  Have you been feeling overly stressed to the point where […]

Earlier this week we looked at the first 5 tips to preparing for finals.  The end of the semester is a time to finish strong and make the most out of your classes.  Final exams can come with added pressure and stress, but through studying smart and efficiently you can feel confident and prepared.  Here […]

The end of the semester is quickly approaching and that means finals are coming… but don’t stress! It is not too late to make changes for success.  There are things you can do to prepare for finals and make the most out of the end of the semester.  Here are the first 5 tips to […]