Jill Hoven 
Happy New Year! One of the first questions each new year is “did you make a new year’s resolution?” I firmly believe in periodically reflecting, learning and moving forward with renewed energy. Whether it’s January, summer vacation, a birthday, anniversary, or new school year, let’s use new beginnings to renew and regroup. I prefer the … Read more
It’s the smell or taste of a favorite Christmas cookie or the special food only eaten this time of year. The way Mom always made everyone feel equally loved with her unique and thoughtful gifts for each person. Traditions, rituals and memories all come flooding into our consciousness this time of year. These scenes bring warm … Read more
Family gatherings, reuniting with old friends, and meeting new at social gatherings occur more frequently during the holidays. This time of year brings out the social side of many of us. While it may leave us feeling tired or stretched thin, increased socialization is actually a crucial component for brain and memory wellness. Let’s socialize … Read more
It’s finally here! No, not the snow that falls this time of year, but the beginning of the holiday season. Thanksgiving typically marks the start, although it certainly seems as if it’s already begun with holiday advertising in full swing. Most of the retail world can’t capitalize on Thanksgiving, so they skip over it to … Read more
It’s holiday time! Like me, if you want something done, just ask a busy person. Those who thrive under pressure, cannot say no, or prefer to live with more stress than others are often the do-ers of this world. But even they need to balance holiday stress. How to Balance Holiday Stress The organized, busy … Read more
The more we learn, the more we grow, and the same is true for the brain. It’s amazing how the brain can react, grow, and adapt to stimuli whether educational, environmental or from an injury. We understand brain rehab that needs to occur after a stroke or brain injury for it to relearn old and … Read more