Staying in the Right Frame of Mind

The LifeSpring family understands how hard it can be to take care of a sick or disabled loved one. Sometimes it’s hard to see the bright side to things, but it’s definitely an important part of staying in the right mind frame. Your LifeSpring care professionals are here to help you through tough times, but…

Fiber Rich Foods!

A healthy colon means a healthy intake of fiber. If you’re worried about your loved one’s fiber intake, giving them foods that are rich in fiber can help to cut down on constant supplement use. A few veggies include split peas, lentils and black beans. Each of these include more than 14 grams of fiber…

Allergy Season: Rights and Wrongs

Allergy season is here and we understand that allergies can be particularly harmful to those already struggling with certain illnesses. Here are a couple of ways to survive the allergy season: If you are out and about during the day, be sure to take a shower before gathering with loved ones who suffer from severe…

A Word from Our Chaplain

Every month, we in the United States observe some kind of awareness; every week, and most days, too. For instance, in the U.S. March is: Brain Injury Awareness, Hemophilia Awareness, and National MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Education and Awareness Month. In Canada they’re observing National Epilepsy and National Kidney this month. In the United Kingdom it’s…

Colon Cancer Prevention: Changes to Make

LifeSpring is always here with prevention tips for you and your family, and March is National Colorectal Cancer Month. After the age of 50 you should consider screening for colon cancer. If you have a presence of colon cancer in your family, then it’s a good idea to consider screening sooner. There are lots of…