More than four years later, the pandemic's worst effects have largely waned. But the sense of despair among nursing home residents, staff and family members has not. Veronica Davis wipes her tears as ...

What didn’t happen to you this morning? What isn’t happening in your relationship? What didn’t you learn at your job yesterday? Are you feeling a bit confused attempting to answer these questions? I’m ...

Casey is tired of coming home to her apartment every day. She feels like her home drains her energy more than her job does. Not because it’s not a nice place, and not because of anyone else who lives ...

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Editor’s note: This article contains descriptions of child abuse. If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, call the Indiana Department of Child Services' Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline at ...