Are you a nursing professional who doesn’t want to get tied down to the same gig day in and day out? Well, there’s an app for that! Thanks to technology, you can join the growing number of people who are picking up short-term contract work using their smartphones.
How Communities Can Support an Aging Homeless Population
Homelessness among senior citizens will more than double by 2050 from 2010 numbers, surging from 44,000 to roughly 93,000 housing insecure older adults. Now more than ever before, a growing number of senior citizens face an increased risk of homelessness, while at the same time housing costs are on the rise.
The Biggest Players in the Fight Against “Period Poverty”
Period poverty is when a young woman or girl cannot afford to buy products such as tampons or pads, and it’s a global issue. A growing number of organizations and individuals are banding together to address a lack of access to sanitary products that significantly affect the quality of life of women.
How a Partnership Between Social Workers and Librarians Can Help Drug Abuse
It may surprise you to learn that the nation’s librarians have a much more significant role in American communities than you might think. Across the nation, libraries have experienced a surge in patrons struggling with addiction, homelessness and mental illness. Resultantly, many branches have hired full-time social workers to serve at-risk patrons.
What Do Rising Sea Levels Mean for Displaced Migrators?
As the world around us changes, society adapts, but how can a population that’s already struggling survive in a transforming environment?
Achieving Racial Diversity in Public Schools: We’ve Still Got a Ways to Go
To date, a college degree is still the best route toward building a satisfying and rewarding life. However, many underserved groups fail to receive adequate education to prepare for the rigors of higher learning.
Making Holistic Health a Priority: 5 Ways Healthcare is Changing
Holistic health is emerging as a priority for a number of reasons, including a focus on preventative therapies, lower costs, and an emphasis on wellness. Here are some of the major ways healthcare is changing and embracing these holistic principles.
The Key to Creativity is Your Mind
Does your mind hold the secret to creativity? Is creativity something that can be developed through exercise and discipline? All these questions and more are explored in this article on the mind and creativity.
Can Psychology Help Improve Your Mental Health?
Today, more and more Americans are suffering from mental health issues such as depression and chronic fatigue. A study published in the journal Psychiatric Services, estimated that more than 8 million Americans suffer from a serious psychological distress otherwise known as SPD. Can psychology help?
4 Flexible Opportunities for Professional Development
In today’s day and age, it can be a struggle to even find enough time to develop professionally. Yet, professional development is the key to advancing in any industry. So to help you develop at your own pace and on your own time, here are 4 flexible options for professional development.