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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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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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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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3 activities for you and your grandkids
Fun ways to connect with your loved ones
Spending time with grandkids is one of the many joys of retirement. Grandkids are curious, high-energy, and can help seniors stay active. At Buckner...
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Setting the standard
How Buckner is evolving in an ever-changing world
From 1879 until 1952, Buckner was led by someone with the name Buckner. When our founder, R.C. Buckner died in 1919, he passed the torch to his sons...
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Learning a loved one has dementia
Learn a few ways to cope as a family through the diagnosis
Dementia is a disease that impacts millions of people and their families. Seniors with dementia need specialized care that can cater to their unique...
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Celebrating 30 years in Longview
Three decades of serving children, families and seniors
On Aug. 9, Buckner Longview celebrated its 30th anniversary of serving vulnerable children, families and seniors in the area alongside local...
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