by Dr. Frances Herbert | Contributor Even with insurance, healthcare is expensive when you consider the added cost of premiums and copays. Prescriptions, labs, and x-rays are not always included, and standard therapies don’t always work. Participation in a clinical trial may be a worthwhile option for…
Howdy Ice Cream sweetens the deal by recognizing special needs employees’ potential by Karyn Brodsky Want to beat the Texas heat? Stop by Howdy Homemade Ice Cream, and while you’re there, be sure to say, well, “howdy” to the employees. If you do, you’ll be talking to the folks who…
LaunchAbility is a win-win for the differently-abled and their employers by Karyn Brodsky What provides the biggest sense of fulfillment in the workplace? I think most people could agree that it’s payment for doing a job you love and one that you’re good at. This is a challenge that everyone…
by Karyn Brodsky “What will happen to my autistic child after I am gone? Who will take care of him and keep him safe?” These are questions that surfaced in Dan Selec’s mind as his son Caleb grew up. At age two, Caleb was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder…
After losing her beloved brother to Lou Gehrig’s disease, one Plano mom found purpose in running. by Karyn Brodsky What’s usually the first instinct when life gets tough? Most would say, “Cut and run.” In Ginny Selec’s case, the “run” part is literal. When adversity came her way, Selec ran to…
The dog days of summer are upon us and what better way to cool down than by indulging in ice cream and other frozen delights? Sure, you can pick up a gallon of Blue Bell at your local market, but we staked out some locations where the fun-factor makes it…
Boating Bites and Delights by Bobbie Ames | Food and Entertainment Editor Summer is the perfect time to head to the lake with family and friends. Safety comes first, but food is a close second! Here are some ideas to make your “floating picnic” one your guests will enjoy. A…
Play It Safe and Shore Up Summer Fun with these 6 Boating Tips by Lisa A. Beach For many teens, nothing beats an afternoon on the lake with friends. Before you celebrate their decision to unplug from a screen and spend the day outdoors, review some guidelines with them to…
Yeah, I know, it’s hot. Steamy in fact. But I love the summer. When my kids were in elementary school, the end-of-year pool party, followed by a mom/kid getaway, clearly marked the transition from school year to summer vacation. Class schedules, homework and school dress code became sleeping in, game…