Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Business Electronic and Chemical Collection Events occur on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am to 4:00pm....
Pinellas County Solid Waste’s Business Electronic and Chemical Collection Events occur on the second Wednesday of every month from 9:00am to 4:00pm....
Each June, the Alzheimer’s Association sponsors Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month to call attention to Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. The Facts Today, more than six million people in America are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and this number is expected to steadily grow. During the past decade, deaths from Alzheimer’s disease have increased by 145%. People with Alzheimer’s aren’t the only ones affected by the disease. Over 11 million Americans are providing care for loved ones with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Said Dr. Anne Schuchat, former acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “As the number of older Americans with Alzheimer’s disease rises, more family members are taking on the emotionally and physically challenging role of caregiver than ever before. These families need and deserve our support.” Scientists continue to search for a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. But until a cure is found, prevention strategies are the best hope. Can we lower our own risk? Some risk factors are beyond our control—most notably, certain genes and the greatest risk factor, age. But according to the American Geriatrics Society (AGS), there are other risk factors that we can do something about. They recently noted nine factors that account for more than 50% of the risk: Diabetes High blood pressure Kidney problems Alcohol and tobacco use High cholesterol Coronary heart disease Depression Inactive lifestyle Poor diet We can lower our personal risk by: Getting enough exercise. Engaging in regular cardiovascular exercise increases blood flow to the brain. It also lowers the risk of brain-damaging fall injuries. Eating a healthy diet. A diet that’s low in bad fats and processed foods and high in fruits, veggies, and healthy proteins helps protect the brain. Giving our brain a workout, too. Appropriate mental stimulation and socialization lower the risk of cognitive decline. Reducing stress. Stress causes an increase in hormones that can harm the brain. Getting enough sleep. Good quality sleep helps our brains remove harmful substances and store memories. Managing underlying health conditions. Diabetes, stroke, heart disease, depression, and many other physical ailments raise the risk of memory loss. Address hearing and vision loss. Recent studies show that a combination of the two is especially taxing for the brain. Have regular vision exams and get hearing aids if you need them. These lifestyle improvements are better for our all-around health, as well. Ironically, note CDC experts, as the death rate from heart disease, cancer, stroke, and other conditions lowers, more people will live long enough to develop Alzheimer’s disease. So care and support for these patients will be an ever-growing need. Early detection is also important, allowing for care planning and treatments that could slow the progression. And, says the CDC’s Christopher Taylor, Ph.D., “As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, caregiving becomes very important. Caregivers and patients can benefit from programs that include education about Alzheimer’s disease, how to take care of themselves and their loved ones, and case management to lessen the burden of care. Supportive interventions can lessen the burden for caregivers and improve the quality of care for people with Alzheimer’s disease.” Living Situations Increasing access to appropriate living situations and care for people with memory loss is also important. A recent study from Georgia State University emphasized that senior living communities for people with dementia should feature activities that are tailored to the individual. “The keys to improving quality of life for residents with dementia are getting to know them as individuals, meeting people ‘where they are,’ being in the moment with people, and viewing all interactions with residents as opportunities to connect,” said the experts. “Doing things that are enjoyable and being engaged to the extent possible and desirable are significant for the quality of life and quality of care.” At Tequesta Terrace, we serve residents living with different types of dementia, such as Alzheimer’s, vascular dementia, Parkinson’s, Lewy body, and many others. Our Memory Care program allows each resident to feel valued, successful, peaceful, cared for, and loved. The post June Is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month appeared first on Tequesta Terrace.
Introducing St. Jude Catholic Church’s new pilot “Vacation Bible School“. This Catholic VBS is for children ages 4 to 11 years, and entering grades VPK to 5th in the fall of 2026. We will gather Monday through Friday, June 22nd to June 26th from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon in the Parish Center of St. Jude. A snack will be provided but please bring a water bottle labeled with your child’s name, and let us know if your child has any food allergies. Our VBS includes Music, Arts & Crafts, Games, Outdoor Fun, and most importantly, our Catholic Faith! Space is limited and registered St. Jude Families will have priority! No cell phones allowed however, if a cell is a necessity, we will keep it in an secured location until the end of the VBS day. Cost is $50 per child. Your payment will secure your spot. Cash or Check made payable to St. Jude Catholic Church. Please see our flyer attached, as well as registration form. Registration Forms will be accepted until June 1st, or until spots are full. For any questions, please contact Julie Barrientos, Faith Formation Coordinator, at (561) 743-6125 or email at [email protected] Registration Form for VBS 2026 VBS Flyer 2026
Attention St. Jude Families: Calling All High School Seniors of the 2026 Graduating Class St. Jude is proud to honor our super seniors in a very special way. Our annual Baccalaureate Mass will take place on Sunday, May 17th at the 10:30 a.m. Mass. Following Mass will be a special ceremony in the chapel, followed by a lunch and cake reception in the Main Hall. If you would like your High School Senior to be a part of this special day, for planning purposes please RSVP no later than April 27th to Julie Barrientos, Faith Formation Coordinator at (561) 743-6125 or [email protected] What Julie needs when you RSVP: Name of Graduating Student High School Student is Graduating From College the Student Plans to Attend What Major the Student Plans to Focus on We look forward to your senior joining us on this very special day!
"Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, May 9, 2024 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Village Hall Conference Room"
"Tequesta Green Committee Meeting Tuesday, May 14, 2024 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Village Hall Conference Room"
"Event date: May 21, 2026 Event Time: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PMLocation: Tequesta, FL 33469"
"VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Village Council of the Village of Tequesta, Florida, will hold a Public Hearing at the Municipal Complex, 345 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Florida, 33469, on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at 7:00 PM, to consider the following Ordinance: ORDINANCE 666-24 AN ORDINANCE OF THE VILLAGE OF TEQUESTA, FLORIDA, AMENDING THE VILLAGE’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 163, FLORIDA STATUTES; PROVIDING FOR UPDATED DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION AND FUTURE POPULATION PROJECTIONS WITHIN THE VILLAGE; PROVIDING FOR TRANSMITTAL TO THE STATE LAND PLANNING AGENCY; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; PROVIDING FOR CONFLICTS; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE. All interested parties may appear at the meeting and be heard or file written comments with the Village Clerk prior to the meeting. The Ordinance may be inspected by the public at the Office of the Village Clerk, 345 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Florida, 33469, during normal business hours. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons needing a special accommodation to participate in this proceeding should contact the Village Clerk’s Office no later than three (3) days prior to the proceeding at 345 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, Florida, 33469, Telephone (561) 768-0460 for assistance; if hearing impaired, telephone the TDD line at (561) 743-1529 for assistance. PLEASE GOVERN YOURSELVES ACCORDINGLY. Village of Tequesta, Florida By: Selena Samios, Village Clerk Published April 25, 2024"
"Village Council Regular Meeting Posted on: May 28, 2024 The Village Council Regular Meeting will be held on Monday, June 3, 2024 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Municipal Complex, 345 Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, FL 33469. The public is welcome to attend."
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