Layla Hurst, Author at Caring the UCA Way

Building Healthy Blended Families: 6 Tips Help Children Adapt

Layla HurstDecember 4, 2022December 1, 2022

The nuclear family is no longer the only socially acceptable environment to raise children. In fact, 16% of children in the US live in blended families. Blended families with children...

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Got the Winter Blues? Here are 4 Ways to Beat ‘Em

Layla HurstDecember 2, 2022December 2, 2022

For those of us who experience cold winters, it can be a challenge. Winter is freezing, icy, and gray. And it seemingly lasts forever. So, it’s no surprise that up...

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‘Tis the Season to Be Cautions: 3 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors

Layla HurstDecember 2, 2022December 2, 2022

Winter is upon. And with it comes snow sprinkled evergreens, dark, cozy evenings, and a warm fireplace for the luckiest among us. Oh, and freezing temperatures, 6:00am shoveling, and impossibly...

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How to Limit Screen Time for Children

Layla HurstNovember 25, 2022November 25, 2022

Many of us grew up glued to the tv. Every. Day. We watched before school, during dinner and before we went to bed. For variety, we’d pour ourselves a bowl...

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3 Easy Seated Yoga Poses for Seniors

Layla HurstNovember 18, 2022November 18, 2022

A few weeks ago, we talked about simple standing yoga poses for seniors. Today, to continue the flexible goodness, we’ll explore yoga from a different position: the floor! Physical limitations...

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25 Reasons Why Getting Older is Awesome

Layla HurstNovember 17, 2022November 15, 2022

Getting older can be scary. At least society makes it seem that way. From the cultural obsession with youth, to the way western society seems to ignore older people, aging...

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Featured Volunteer Opportunity: Coding Mentors Wanted

Layla HurstNovember 7, 2022November 7, 2022

It’s the digital era and coding (aka computer programming) is the foundation of our modern life. Computers, phones, apps, airplanes, tv’s and cars all rely on code to work properly....

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Global Reforestation News Roundup: October 2022

Layla HurstOctober 28, 2022October 25, 2022

Mining, logging, natural disasters, disease, and drought can damage forests. Reforestation helps offset these disturbances. Trees help filter air and water, prevent landslides and floods, strengthen soil, and keep the...

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3 Suggestions for Raising Resilient Children

Layla HurstOctober 21, 2022October 21, 2022

Resilience is the ability to successfully adapt and recover in tough situations. It’s the willingness and persistence to keep trying, despite the obstacles. Resilient children are emotionally and behaviorally flexible....

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17 Fun Activities for Seniors (that Aren’t Bingo)

Layla HurstOctober 19, 2022October 21, 2022

When did bingo become the de facto recreational activity for older adults? That’s not to say a night of casual gambling isn’t fun, because it can be. It even has...