Though we hope to honor our parents throughout the year, Mother's Day and Father's Day are excellent reminders to pay special tribute to our Moms and Dads. Phone calls, visits, prayers or a cherished memory all show our parents how special they are.

Whether Mom or Dad is 40 or 100, time doesn't stop. Time doesn't stop for us to tell them how much we love them. As time ticks, we age and so do our parents. We may need to make time to see how our aging parents are doing and whether they need some help at home to remain independent, safe, happy and healthy.

When you visited for Mother's Day, did you have any concerns about Mom? Or if you are visiting Dad on this upcoming Father's Day, look for the following red flags..Read More

So far 2013 has been a quiet year for stormy weather in the Louisville area; however ,Texas and Oklahoma may say that it has been the worst year ever due to the recent tornadoes. These storms prove the importance of being ready for disasters at any time. Tornadoes, floods, earthquakes, fires and even snow storms can happen in the Louisville area. Our city is not immune to natural disasters or even dangerous man-made emergencies.

So what is your emergency evaluation plan in the event of a fire? Where would you go during a tornado? Do you have a direction or place you should go? What about alternate plans in the event that your first one is not viable? Planning is crucial to your safety. Knowing these things in advance can keep you calm and safe during an emergency.

It is not only important to keep yourself safe but what about your important documents? Do you have all your important documents together so that you can easily grab them? Read More

Summer time is coming, and with it lots of outdoor fun! Friends and family gather for holiday picnics, groups make a day of it at the zoo, and grandparents head out to cheer for their grandkids at sporting events of all kinds. Spring jackets are shed and replaced by shorts to keep cool in the heat. 

My father, who just turned 70 this year, delights in any opportunity to get outside. A few summers ago we had the privilege of hiking Yosemite Falls together. Fortunately for him, he hiked with a daughter who brought plenty of snacks and beverages for the trail. This was in direct contrast to the time he conquered that trail at the ripe age of 17-without food, without water, without proper hiking shoes, and without a companion. Fortunately for me, he survived the ill-prepared trip... that time. Were he to attempt it again in such circumstances, there is every likelihood that he would succumb to dehydration, heat exhaustion, or even heat stroke. As I love my dad, my goal is to make every effort possible to prevent such a situation.

As the temperatures heat up, so do the chances for elderly folks (people who are 65 or older) to suffer from excessive heat. In particular, the elderly are especially vulnerable to both heat exhaustion and heat stroke. So what can you do to make sure your elderly friends and family stay safe and healthy? Here are a variety of suggestions to help you out...Read More