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The mental health crisis today
Counselor shares grave statistics about suicide, mental health
September was Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. We have a special guest writer on the blog today, Shanta Atkinson. Atkinson is a Buckner Family...
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Beacon of hope
Stepping out of her comfort zone, mother finds second home with Buckner
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Abuse and violence can create isolation, but for Tanikka Lewis, she chose to step out of her comfort...
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Exercises to keep seniors' brains sharp
Approaching brain health with a holistic approach
Everyone knows exercise is essential for the body, but it can be easy to overlook exercise for the mind. Throughout World Alzheimer's Month, there...
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A blueprint for success
Single mother finds direction and hope at Buckner Family Pathways™
A few years ago, LaSherrell Hayes had never dreamed she’d own her own house. As a single mother staying with a friend, the idea of home ownership...
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"The disease that takes two"
World Alzheimer's Month continues
Special guest writer Dr. Neeta Nayak offers her insight on the impact of Alzheimer's disease and the science behind it.
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Tips and resources for facing an Alzheimer's diagnosis
Families and loved ones don't have to walk this journey alone
Cheryl Johnson, director of healthcare services for Buckner Retirement Services, shares tips for families walking through an Alzheimer's diagnosis.
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Finding worth and value through the Buckner Family Pathways™ program
Single mom shares her story in her own words
At Buckner International, we are committed to providing support to families to chase goals and learn their worth. Through the Buckner Family...
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3 activities for seniors with Alzheimer's
Resources for World Alzheimer's Month
More than six million Americans 65 and older are facing Alzheimer’s disease today. Beyond that, there are tens of millions of family members and...
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Knowing the differences between Alzheimer's and dementia
September is World Alzheimer's Month
Every year, there is an opportunity to learn more about the most common type of dementia. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, there are more...
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Community collaborations help South Houston kids go back to school
Buckner Houston, Clothed by Faith and Reliant provided needed supplies and services
In the midst of the annual back-to-school distribution at the Buckner Family Hope Center™ at Reed Road, a collaboration between nonprofit Clothed...
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