| Best Ever Zucchini Dish |
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Kelli Napotnik, on Aug 8, 2023
A few weeks ago our family attended a birthday party where I met up with friends I hadn't seen in a while. It was wonderful to see everyone again, especially our children's pediatrician who is now retired. His sweet wife came up and while we were chatting about gardening and zucchini... [...] |
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| Following Up After a Funeral |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Aug 1, 2023
My mom recently had a close friend lose her sister, mother and father on the same day. Being several states away, she wasn't able to physically be present to offer help... [...] |
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| Help for Taking Meals to the Immunosuppressed |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Jul 25, 2023
Taking a meal to a friend going through chemotherapy or who is immunosuppressed may seem overwhelming. You might feel the risks outweigh the benefits, but you can be confident when cooking... [...] |
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| How to Offer Support During Chemo |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jul 18, 2023
It's been 10 years since we were supporting my dad through his chemotherapy, but my tears still come easily when I hear of friends or loved ones who are starting treatments... [...] |
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| 6 Tips For Avoiding Caregiver Burnout |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Jul 11, 2023
Feeling overwhelmed as a caregiver can be a very common circumstance. You may be taking care of a spouse suffering from illness, an elderly parent, a child with special needs, or working in a healthcare community... [...] |
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| Encouraging a Hobby During Surgery Recovery |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Jul 4, 2023
I recently received an email from a reader saying she had ordered a microgreens kit for her friend to help during her recovery after surgery. The friend would not be able to be outside gardening for a while... [...] |
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| Taking a Meal to Someone With Alzheimer's or Dementia |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Jun 27, 2023
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month... [...] |
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| Summer Slow Cooker Favorites |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jun 20, 2023
Even though you might be tempted to store your crock pot away during the summer months, I tend to rely on mine even more when the temperature outside rises... [...] |
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| 4 Fresh and Easy Salad Recipes |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Jun 13, 2023
For me, outdoor cookouts always signal the beginning of summer... [...] |
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| An Easy Comfort Care Package Idea for Under $40 Shipped |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on Jun 6, 2023
Recently, a friend was facing some upcoming medical tests and I knew they were causing her concern. We don't live close to each other, but I wanted to support her... [...] |
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| 5 Tips for Taking a Meal to Adopted or Foster Families |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on May 30, 2023
Making the decision to welcome a foster child into your home can be mixed with a range of emotions. I know several families who have opened their doors to fostering... [...] |
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| 4 Food Prep Ideas to Save You Time |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on May 23, 2023
Last week our family went to Ocracoke Island, North Carolina. Prior to leaving, I purchased a large carton of mushrooms and noticed they were starting to turn to the dark side... [...] |
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| Take Them A Smoothie Kit |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on May 16, 2023
Smoothies have always been a wonderful way to cool off during the spring and summer months. I love how refreshing and nutritious they are... [...] |
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| The Easy (and FREE) Way to Organize Meals - Jessica's Story |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on May 9, 2023
Sometimes the best way to help ourselves after a difficult time in our own lives is to care for others... [...] |
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| Only a Few Days Left to Order our Engraved Spoons |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on May 5, 2023
Time is running out to order our YOU ARE LOVED spoons for delivery by Sunday... [...] |
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| Our Engraved Spoons are Now Available |
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Posted By:
Adina Bailey, Co-Founder, TakeThemAMeal.com on May 2, 2023
Our YOU ARE LOVED spoons can be ordered alone!!! [...] |
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| Soft Food Recipes for the Ill or Elderly |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Apr 25, 2023
While I was in college, I worked at a local retirement home as a certified nursing assistant. My responsibility was to care for our residents... [...] |
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| Plan a Vacation Using Perfect Potluck |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Apr 18, 2023
Every year, our entire family on my husband's side takes a vacation to the Outer Banks. We go in late spring before the season gets too busy and stay a week on Ocracoke Island... [...] |
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| A Macaroon Recipe Worth Sharing |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Apr 11, 2023
There are times when taking a day to rest, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally, is important... [...] |
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| 5 Suggestions When Caring For a Widower |
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Posted By:
Kelli Napotnik, on Apr 4, 2023
When my grandma passed away, my grandpa was suddenly left alone... [...] |
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