Personalized Playlists Could Lessen Alzheimer’s Symptoms
By Jessica Toomer3 min read
A new study suggests that personalized musical playlists may make caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s that much easier.
90-Year-Old NASCAR Driver Makes History
By Jessica Toomer1 min read
Hershel McGriff just made history by becoming the oldest driver to ever compete in a NASCAR-sanctioned event. Here’s his inspiring story.
How Jewelry Maker Jill Donovan Turned a Hobby into a New Career
By Jessica Toomer8 min read
Donovan tried many hobbies before her life’s quest to find her passion inspired a late-in-life career change.
How Olympian Mirai Nagasu Fought to Make History
By Jessica Toomer5 min read
The figure skater reflects on her history-making performance at the Olympics and looks ahead to winning another title, on “Dancing with the Stars.”
This Alzheimer’s Memory Cafe Is Giving Caregivers a Break
By Jessica Toomer5 min read
Amy’s Place is the first free-standing Memory Cafe in the U.S. and its goal is simple: to give caregivers a little TLC.
How Susan Burton Is Helping Women Rebuild After Prison
By Jessica Toomer6 min read
The founder of A New Way of Life Re-Entry Project details her own story of life behind bars and why she’s helping women find their clean slate after prison in a new memoir.
‘The Miracle Season’ Is A Sports Movie With An Inspiring Message
By Jessica Toomer3 min read
The film about a high school girls’ volleyball team’s road to victory serves an inspiring message about faith and healing after terrible loss.
Jim Gaffigan Opens up About Wife Jeannie’s Brain Tumor
By Jessica Toomer4 min read
The comedian and star of the new film Chappaquiddick shares how his family is recovering after Jeannie Gaffigan’s life-changing health scare.
‘This Is Us’ Star Chrissy Metz Isn’t Afraid to Be Vulnerable
By Jessica Toomer4 min read
The actress gets brutally honest about her struggle with her weight, past family trauma, and her star-making role on NBC’s hit TV show.
How ‘Hamilton’ Star Leslie Odom Jr. Almost Missed His Shot
By Jessica Toomer8 min read
The Tony award-winner shares how his role in Hamilton almost didn’t happen and his surprising journey to success in his new book, Failing Up.
SXSW Review: ‘Hearts Beat Loud’
By Jessica Toomer3 min read
Nick Offerman’s loveable family drama finds its rhythm.
Review: ‘A Quiet Place’
By Jessica Toomer4 min read
John Krasinki’s horror film shows a surprising amount of heart.