Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture Hair and makeup by Heather Dubuisson, HD Hair and Makeup Standing at a petite 4 feet, 10 inches tall, Nell Cowart possesses a fierceness and feistiness that belie her small stature. “My mom was a hard worker; I remember her holding three jobs simultaneously, as well as taking classes to […]
From her great-grandfather and grandfathers to her spouse, cousins, aunts and uncles, Kimberly Layne Golson has a veteran-filled family tree. As a retired senior chief cryptologic technician with the U.S. Navy, Golson has carried on that tradition. Now living with her husband, L.V. Golson Jr., in the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Gulfport, the mother […]
Moving to a new place can be a daunting experience, especially for military families who relocate frequently. For the Harris family, their journey to the Mississippi Gulf Coast began in 2006 when U.S. Navy Lt. Jeremy Harris received military orders. Little did they know it would become a place they would call home not once, […]
Did you know that kale is a source of protein? In fact, many plants are. And while no one is about to eat 10 bowls of raw kale, there are good reasons to add plants into your diet for the protein benefit. While most plants have some protein, it’s not in the quantities of animal […]
Online reviewers rave online about its “yummy treats,” warm atmosphere and unique flavors, but the owners of Coffee Culture don’t let the praise go to their heads. Sage, Dana and Thomas Barrett, the trio behind the popular java shop with locations in Bay St. Louis and Diamondhead, stay humble and thankful for the patrons who […]
By Lee Ann Newman Today, in 2023, there are over 50 million seniors in the United States. Statics tell us that by 2040, there will be over 80 million. The Baby Boomers are reaching their golden years! With this huge increase in older Americans on the horizon, senior housing options are continuing to expand. Gone […]
Many of you may find yourself in the same situation I have been in for 15 years, working through how to care for your aging parents or other relatives in a way that honors them, gives them as much independence as possible while keeping them safe, doesn’t harm your mental or physical health and doesn’t […]
Form The National Institute on Aging Paying for long-term care can be a significant concern for older adults and their caregivers. To cover these expenses, individuals often rely on a combination of personal funds, government programs and private financing. PERSONAL FUNDS (OUT-OF-POCKET) Initially, many seniors use their personal savings, retirement funds, investment income or proceeds […]
I often receive questions about my parents’ wellbeing. “How’s Ms. Ruby?” “How’s Mr. Daniel?” Today, I was surprised to be asked, “How are YOU?” The person followed that question with, “I know your parents are alright, but how are YOU really doing? Are you taking some time for yourself?” That person understood the journey, as […]
One day, we at Mississippi Heroes got a call from a local businessman who had hosted one of our Caregiver Hero reveals. A man named Richard Hogan approached him at Pass Christian Harbor asking for help in his search for a used wheelchair-capable van. Richard’s wife, Fay, was in intensive care because she suddenly had […]
