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Thanksgiving: The Wellness Ingredient

As Thanksgiving approaches, our thoughts turn to family gatherings, festive meals and autumn’s splendor. But beyond the stuffing and pumpkin pie lies an opportunity to express gratitude and reap its abundant benefits for our wellbeing. This cherished American holiday invites [read more...]

Does Your Cut Require an Emergency Room Visit?

Accidents happen. You get a cut and see a lot of blood. Then you wonder if you need to go to the emergency room. But the first thing you should do is try to remain calm. Next, examine the cut [read more...]

Dos & Don’ts: Caring for a Loved One With Alzheimer’s Disease

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease can take an emotional and physical toll. In fact, 74% of dementia caregivers report concerns about taking care of their own health, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Knowing how to best support [read more...]

Survival Tips for Grief

After the loss of a loved one, it can be difficult to see how to ever go on. The grief journey may seem like a mountain that is too difficult to climb. These are some steps you can take that [read more...]

A Common, Contagious Infection That May Require Treatment

Your eyes sealed shut with a crusty residue is not exactly how you want to start your morning. However, this is a common occurrence when you have a pink eye infection, or conjunctivitis. The infection impacts millions of adults and [read more...]

Grief Support Group for Adults: FALL, 2024

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” Our Lady of the Wayside Ministry of Bereavement offers a grief support program for adults. This six-week program is open to adult men and women parishioners who have suffered the [read more...]

Bullying Warning Signs: Part 2 (of 2)

If your child is bullying others What to say: Model respectful behavior. Explain why bullying is never okay, and how it harms others. Give real examples of the results of your child’s actions. What to teach: Work with your child [read more...]

Bullying Warning Signs: Part 1 (of 2)

Bullying is a concern with children of all ages. Know how to spot the warning signs and how to start a conversation with your child about bullying. Pay attention to your child’s behavior for warning signs of bullying. Keep in [read more...]

Have You Seen the Domestic Abuse Awareness Ribbons on Campus?

In honor of Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, Our Lady of the Wayside’s Domestic Abuse Ministry, headed by Kathy O’Neill, got busy applying purple ribbons to 50 trees on campus. Kathy [joyously] mentioned four new ministry volunteers showed the love by [read more...]

Indicators of an Unhealthy or Abusive Relationship

Healthy relationships are not perfect, but healthy relationships make both people feel respected, supported and safe problems can be safely addressed and conflict and disagreement can lead to productive change Cultivating and maintaining healthy relationships involves intentional effort, self-reflection, and [read more...]