Your brain is the most important organ in your body. After all, it houses your memory, coordination, bodily function and emotions. So, of course, we all know our brains are important. However, often we overlook healthy habits that can protect our... (Read More)

Are you looking for ways to boost your immune system and protect yourself from getting sick with a cold, the flu or COVID-19? Staying healthy doesn't have to be complicated. Here are some simple —yet highly effective — ways to help you stay... (Read More)

The holidays are a busy time of the year, and for many people, including caregivers, stressful as well. There's so much to do! Here are some ways to help make the holiday season more about joy and less about stress. Get some help. When you're a... (Read More)

Stress levels starting to rise? It's a common feeling at the holidays when we are pulled in so many different directions. Here are four great ways to better manage stress during a busy time of the year. | Breathe deeply. Studies show that... (Read More)

Worried about getting painful varicose veins? There's no way to completely prevent twisted, enlarged and sometimes painful veins, and several different factors out of your control can increase the likelihood that you will experience them. The risk... (Read More)

Are you feeling a bit overburdened lately? Tired all the time? Finding it more difficult to take care of both a loved one and yourself? You're not alone. Nationally, the average age of caregivers is 49.2 years, with one-third of caregivers age 65... (Read More)

Identity theft is a fast-growing type of crime. In fact, one-third of all U.S. adults have been a victim, with a new case every two seconds. Many of us unknowingly put ourselves at risk for a cybercrime. Are you? Here are some simple yet effective... (Read More)

For four decades, Vernon Manor has proudly served the communities of Hartford and Tolland Counties. During that time, we've earned a highly respected reputation for delivering outstanding care, producing successful outcomes and providing exceptional... (Read More)

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease is responsible for more deaths nationwide each year than all forms of cancer and chronic lower respiratory diseases... (Read More)

You have a lot on your plate — including caring for someone else. Caregiving can be rewarding yet exhausting — both physically and emotionally. You need time to yourself to relax, recharge and get the things done that are piling up on your to-do... (Read More)