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Since the weather is cooling down, you can add a little sunshine and warmth to a stranger with these simple ideas.
Let’s talk about five strategies to keep your resilience sharp, so you’re ready to handle any obstacle life throws your way.
Let's talk about five ways to spread joy and positivity everywhere you go, that you can practice every day!
No matter what kind of stress we’re experiencing, the better we can learn to cope in a healthy way, the more successfully we’ll be able to manage.
Whether you have a little or a lot of free time, there’s no better way to spend it than by getting out there and making a difference.
Sleep serves a number of essential functions for the human body. Check out these tips to up your sleep game.
To help you make your next vacay the ultimate experience, we put together this list of amazing trip ideas to use as inspiration.
Hobbies are a healthy, relaxing way to spend our free time in ways we enjoy—but with the added perk of mental, physical and social health benefits that television and smartphones simply can’t match.
In the hustle and bustle of life, it's all too easy to put our health on the back burner. Check out these 10 tips below for small changes you can make today that can have a big impact on your health for years to come.
Autumn’s beautiful weather and fun holidays make it easy to find volunteering opportunities in your area. We’ve come up with a few ideas to get you started.
Have you been thinking about expanding your family to add a new furry friend? Look no further than your nearest animal shelter.
Research has revealed a connection between volunteering and more positive emotions, less loneliness and more social support.
Whether you’re headed to the Gulf Coast or the Grand Canyon, we’ve compiled a list of items you’ll need once you’ve hit the road.
If you’re not a frequent reader, you might be missing out on some important perks.
With just a month left of summer, it’s time to take advantage of all it has to offer. Check out these fun ideas to celebrate the end of the sunshine season!
Rates of homelessness have been going up for nearly a decade, exacerbated by rising housing costs. More than 650,000 people are without housing, the highest number recorded since the launch of a national “point-in-time” data collection in 2007. Over all, homelessness has increased 12 percent since 2022, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
If you have something or some time to give, consider doing so today. Here’s a list of easy ways you can give something away today.
Farmers markets have so much more to offer than just the sights and smells. The following is a list of just a few reasons you should visit your local farmers market this summer.
Planning an Independence Day party shouldn’t have to be stressful. We’ve compiled a list of everything you need—from food to activities—to throw a bash your friends will rave about.
If you’re looking for a way to get outside while also improving your whole self, gardening may be the hobby for you.
America is facing a housing crisis.
The U.S. is short millions of housing units. Half of renters are paying more than a third of their salary in housing costs, and for those looking to buy, scant few homes on the market are affordable for a typical household.
To ramp up supply, cities are taking a fresh look at their zoning rules that spell out what can be built where and what can't. And many are finding that their old rules are too rigid, making it too hard and too expensive to build many new homes.
You know volunteering has a positive influence (make friends, build connections, gain experiences, etc.), but did you know that it can actually assist your health?
There are always ways to give back to others around you, even including the presents you buy. Here are some ideas for Father’s Day gifts that give back.
Montana may not experience hurricanes, but it is susceptible to other types of natural disasters that require preparation, particularly for older adults who may have special needs.
With the help of a bicycle, we can take better care of the environment, our physical bodies and even spend time together. So how can you mark this momentous occasion?
Memorial Day means much more than time off from work and hosting a barbecue, so if you want to get involved this weekend, check out these great ways to give back.
Art galleries are a beneficial component of any neighborhood. Check out some of these ways art galleries are important and why you should visit them this summer.
If you’re new to the tea game, here’s a breakdown of some of the main types of healthy teas and why you should start drinking them right away.
Storytelling is powerful, and it has enormous benefits in store for you and those around you. Today we’re going to talk about how storytelling can impact your life.
How can the State increase access to housing, community assets and economic opportunities in Montana? The Montana Departments of Commerce and Public Health and Human Services invite you to participate in the 2024 Montana Fair Housing Survey. Responses will be used to develop Montana’s Equity Plan, which will inform the State’s 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for housing and community development.
The survey, which takes 10 minutes to complete, will help the State assess access to housing, understand barriers to access and mitigate any barriers identified. Use the link or click on the title to take the survey.
May Day is a time to come together with family and friends and create festive crafts. If you’re looking for a way to get started, check out these 5 cool craft ideas to celebrate.
Whether it’s a few hours or a long commitment, volunteering not only supports those around you, but positively influences you as well. Here’s six ideas to get started.
The arts play a vital role in our society. In fact, without the arts, much of our history, expression and culture would be virtually nonexistent.
Meditation is powerful. If you’re unsure whether or not the practice is worth looking into, check out these top ways meditation can help improve your life.
Turns out, regular writing and keeping a journal actually has a lot of surprising mental and emotional health benefits. Today, we’re going to check them out.
Despite their age, children can have a powerful impact in the community, if only we encourage them to do so. Here are four reasons kids should start volunteering young.
Gardening not only brings in beautiful colors, scents and foods to your home, but it has added benefits just for you. Here are some reasons you should plant a garden this season.
By going green, we create a better environment for ourselves and future generations. Check out these easy ways you can live an altruistic—and green—lifestyle.
This Women’s History Month, get involved by showing support for the women in your community. Check out these ways you can remember powerful women from history, while advocating for women today.
When it comes to supporting local business, there’s more to it than helping the community; it supports you too. Check out these reasons why going local helps you out in the long run.
There are ways we can challenge ourselves to grow in empathy. If you want to learn more, check out these tips for how to cultivate more empathy for others.
What if you could live with more compassion this week and share love with other people in your community, country or even the world? Turns out, you can!
It can be difficult to make ends meet. Montana provides the Elderly Homeowner/Renter Credit.
If you pay property taxes or pay rent for at least 6 months in the tax year, are 62 or older, live in MT for 9 months of the tax year, and have limited income, check out the link that provides step-by-step guidelines to see if you qualify.
AARP provides assistance at the Thompson Falls and Hot Springs Senior Centers. Appointments are required. (For more details: https://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_taxaide/locations.html?cmp=FDN-LOCATOR-BTN-LINK-2024)
Give yourself and your loved ones the greatest gift this American Heart Month by focusing on making heart-healthy decisions towards a happier and healthier lifestyle.
It can sometimes be difficult to consider how exactly to recognize Black History Month. What can you do? Here are six ideas for honoring Black History Month.
Self-defeating thoughts can come when we least expect them and tear down our self-esteem and break our spirits. So how can we stand up to them and choose joy instead? Check out these 5 ways!
The art of meeting new people, and establishing new relationships, is a genuine skill. And, you don’t even have to be a social butterfly to master it!
Fortunately, recent studies have shown that volunteering with people (or a cause you care about) can actually mitigate depression and anxiety issues.
Positivity is key to creating an altruistic lifestyle in the New Year. If you want to start 2024 off on a high note, check out these tips for living a positive life this year.
