HorsePower Therapeutic Riding was founded in 2012 to provide creative, inspiring, and challenging therapeutic horseback riding lessons to children and adults with disabilities. Since our inception we have expanded to include equine-assisted learning, animal-assisted activities, and ranch connection programs. These programs have allowed our participants to experiencesocial, emotional, cognitive and physical growth in an inclusive… Read More Horsepower Therapeutic Riding Helps Children and Adults with Disabilities

As a leading provider of child development services, Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley is here to help raise healthy and happy children. Our free, online screening tool helps monitor the five key growth areas during a child’s critical years before kindergarten. We know during this time, a child’s brain develops connections that serve as the… Read More Monitor Your Child’s Social & Emotional Skills, Take Easterseals Free Online Screening Tool

By Natural Resources Commissioner Ryan Johnson Did you know that the mighty oak tree is the dominant tree type in northern Illinois forests? There are nine species of oak that are native to Illinois, but the white oak (Quercus alba), bur oak (Quercus macrocarpa), and the red oak (Quercus rubra) are the most common. These… Read More The Mighty Oaks in St. Charles

Unfortunately Dementia is a disease that can devastate a person’s ability to socialize, but being among other people is incredibly important for our loved ones with Dementia. Social interaction is healthy, like exercise for the brain, and can slow symptoms including deteriorating memory. In fact, staying socially engaged with friends and family has been shown… Read More Socialization and Dementia

by Laura Miller Hill, St. Charles Natural Resources Commissioner When it rains, paved surfaces, like streets and sidewalks, prevent rainwater from naturally soaking into the ground. The old adage “water will find its level” holds true during storms as water runs off roofs and down driveways making its way through city streets and into storm… Read More The Benefits of Keeping Rainwater Closer to Where it Falls