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Allowing feelings of grief, loss can help during the holiday season

People think of the holidays as being sentimental, romantic, nostalgic, with strong images of families. But for those who have lost a loved one those images, memories and expectations makes it more evident of what we do not have this year during the holiday season and what we have lost.…

Legend visits Helping Hands

Home of Guiding Hands received a holiday treat with a visit from former HGH CEO Mark Klaus, who brought author and motivational speaker Dr. Temple Grandin to speak to the organization’s front line workers and clients. Klaus is currently the executive director for the San Diego Regional Center, so it…

Charities benefit from Sycuan largesse

Sycuan Casino Resort presented $187,000 to 28 charities during its 2022 Annual Holiday Gift Giving ceremony on Dec. 8. “This event is always such a special one, because members of our team are given the opportunity to select a charity partner that is meaningful to them,” said Cody Martinez, chairman,…

County offers free flu testing

The County of San Diego has opened seven test sites for influenza at former COVID-19 testing and treatment sites. The tests are no-cost. Appointments are recommended but walk-ins will be accommodated if scheduling permits. “This is a great resource for our families, friends and neighbors to conveniently find out if…

Stuff yourself with consistency for better holiday health

The Fit Factory gym owner Marc Barron said the idea of ‘the holiday 15’ is somewhat misleading as there are only a handful of celebratory days throughout the holidays. “The holiday 15— You have one day you consume candy on Halloween in October, then add two days in November for…

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