Building Connections

Broken families can increase poverty levels in a community due to single-parent financial instability and children dropping out of school. Crime rates can increase due to children from broken homes joining gangs, using illegal drugs, and participating in criminal activity. Mental health issues can develop in broken families due to psychological and emotional problems, such […]

Obesity affects all age groups worldwide, leading to higher healthcare costs and absenteeism. Limited access to healthy foods and decreased physical activity contribute to rising obesity rates. Stigma and discrimination can also lead to a negative self-image. Organizing fun activities, promoting healthy eating habits, increasing physical activity, and creating a support system can help reduce

Offer a listening ear to those going through a divorce without judgment. Provide practical support with everyday tasks like grocery shopping and cooking. Create a supportive network of those who have experienced divorce or are open to providing support. Establish a core network, set up meetings, invite others, and provide resources. Encourage self-care, such as

Proper planning is essential for successful healthcare missions, allocating resources, and anticipating contingencies.  Partnerships with locals can help build trust and provide invaluable insights into the community. Volunteers need to be equipped with comprehensive healthcare skills and cultural competence training.  Long-term sustainability and impact measurement are important for lasting health outcomes.  Successful healthcare missions can

Humans are social creatures and have adapted to living in groups. People enjoy participating in group activities — this is how communities form. Reflecting on the quality of a community you spend your time engaging with. People feel satisfaction from being socially active. But, know that It takes more than just good intentions to create

Even before the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic, many individuals were already facing problems when it came to their finances. Usually, it was due to the sudden increase in the prices of goods and services and the difficulty of finding jobs. At present, we still notice the same pattern. However, it is getting a little

Before people move into a new area or neighborhood, one of the first things they consider is safety. In fact, it can be the single most important factor for some, especially for growing families. It won’t matter if the house ticks off all the boxes or if there are good schools and parks nearby if

In cases of emergency, there’s always a period when all hell breaks loose. During this period, both victims and responders can be left frozen because of shock and distress, which are common when people experience traumatic situations. But after a short period when they are completely still, their response instincts will start to kick in and

You really can’t underestimate the damage fires do to communities all over America. U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) data show a jaw-dropping reality. In 2019 alone, over 1.2 million fires happened in the country, leaving 3,704 deaths and material losses of about $14.8 billion. Worse, every 24 hours, an area equivalent to Washington D.C. is getting burned in America. Certainly,

As people become older and enter their senior years, it isn’t unusual to be alone and experience loneliness. Not only do these individuals lose chances to meet new people in social situations, but they also likely have experienced the loss of loved ones. This situation becomes more pronounced for the elderly suffering from ailments, disabilities,