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If you were asked to name the stresses in your life, you might think first about all the tasks and responsibilities you are juggling. Or challenging relationships. Or financial difficulties. Less obvious are the stressors in your environment that can tax your nervous system behind the scenes. "Junk stimulation," like junk mail, simply overwhelms the brain for no real purpose. Clutter and noise are two stimulants that create unnecessary stress.

As we age we become more prone to tooth decay and infections of the gums. If dental infections go undetected or ignored, the consequences are not small. Cavities, gum disease, and decay of tooth roots are painful, and expensive to fix. (Medicare does not cover dentistry!) Loss of teeth can result in poor nutrition and social isolation if your loved one is embarrassed. And, gum disease and tooth loss have been linked to serious conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and cancer. Here's what to look for as potential signs of dental disease.

The Spring Circular 2015 includes: (Click here to read the Spring Circular 2015) Annual Hospice Hope Run, A Message from the CEO, A Homeless Patient’s Dying Wish, Benefits of Earlier Admission to Hospice, Please Don’t Hesitate to Call, 2015 Hospice Hope Classic, Plumbers in Pink, Embracing Hope Poem, Camp Carousel 2015, and We Proudly Honor Veterans, Veterans Coffee Events

Burnout is more than stress. And it isn't just undesirable. It's a risky condition. The consequences of burnout include