Personal Stories

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Tips For Straightening Toes

Posted by Lauren Caggiano on Tue Jun 20 2023

Human feet are impressive when you consider how much they do for us. Think about how they support you and help you get around. Feet work through a combination of muscles, tendons, and nerves that let us participate in everyday activities. When everything is working properly, we can move freely without pain or discomfort. Read More


Parent Caregiver Hero - Super Mom Anna K.

Parent Caregiver Hero - Super Mom Anna K.

Posted by Lauren Caggiano on Fri Feb 17 2023

Anna K. is this year's Parent Caregiver Hero because of her unrelenting dedication to giving her son, Simon, the best life he can have, regardless of obstacles. Read More


Gen Z Caregiver Hero Award - His Mother’s Keeper Brandon F.

Gen Z Caregiver Hero Award - His Mother’s Keeper Brandon F.

Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Fri Feb 17 2023

At only 19, Brandon became his mother's full-time caregiver when her symptoms of frontal temporal dementia progressed. Due to his tireless commitment to caring for his mom and supporting his sister through college, Brandon was awarded the title of Gen Z Caregiver Hero. Read More


Carewell Community Builder Award: Jess Ronne (Jess Pluss the Mess), Founder of The Lucas Project

Carewell Community Builder Award: Jess Ronne (Jess Plus the Mess), Founder of The Lucas Project

Posted by Chad Birt on Fri Feb 16 2024

Jess Ronne’s son, Lucas, suffered a stroke in utero and underwent brain surgery three days after birth. Despite multiple diagnoses and profound special needs, Lucas has thrived. He also serves as the inspiration for The Lucas Project, a nonprofit organization that Ronne founded alongside her husband, Ryan.Read More