by admin | Jan 14, 2021 | CoronaVirus
Are you wanting to schedule your COVID-19 Vaccination? The Knox County Health Department (KCHD) is announcing a new online registration system for COVID-19 vaccine appointments for health care workers, first responders, those 75 and older and others that fall within...
by admin | Jan 13, 2021 | CoronaVirus
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns that scammers are using the COVID-19 vaccination process as a way to prey on others. The infographic above is from the FTC, and we encourage you to visit AARP to learn more ways to reduce your risk of vaccination scams. Visit...
by admin | Jan 7, 2021 | CoronaVirus
Governor Bill Lee recently announced a new digital tool to help inform Tennesseans when they will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Visit this page for more information.
by admin | Dec 17, 2020 | CoronaVirus
Next Avenue posted this article entitled “Caregiving and COVID-19: A Toxic Cocktail for Women” noting the strain that the pandemic has increased the demands of unpaid caregivers, especially female caregivers. While many caregivers point to how rewarding...
by admin | Dec 15, 2020 | CoronaVirus
When the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is over, all the presents are opened, and the decorations have been taken down, there can be a bit of an emotional let down. The cold, winter months can be isolating, but they may be especially so this year as the...
by admin | Dec 8, 2020 | CoronaVirus
The pandemic has made most people’s budgets a little tighter this year for holiday gifts. The truth is that most children, especially younger children, really do appreciate simpler gifts. Why not make something for them to enjoy this year? Even something as...
by admin | Dec 5, 2020 | CoronaVirus
When making plans to celebrate with others this holiday season, discuss with family and friends ways to stay safe. Review these recommendations from the CDC for more tips and ideas.
by admin | Nov 30, 2020 | CoronaVirus
If you missed Glen Kyle, CELA’s presentation with Aging: A Family Affair 2020, “Planning for the Future During a Pandemic” you can view it on the Knoxville-Knox County CAC Office on Aging You Tube Channel. Visit the link here to view. If you missed...
by admin | Nov 23, 2020 | CoronaVirus
Now more than ever before, stress reduction tools and resources are important to overall health and well being. Peninsula Behavioral Health has a wonderful tool to help navigate through the stresses of the holiday season, and it is free! Peninsula’s Holiday...
by admin | Oct 14, 2020 | CoronaVirus
Losses during the pandemic have been especially hard due to more isolation and separation from others. Seeking support can be helpful to those who are grieving. Many support groups are offering virtual options such as the ones highlighted in the pamphlet shown. If...
