The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) is honoring this awareness month by revealing just how many millions of Americans deal with some form of mental illness every day.

Real-life selflessness and compassion provided to BayPath consumers. Residents of Northborough put a group effort into mask making for consumers and their caregivers. A family effort in Framingham sparks what is now called the "Nonna Project," making handmade cards for our Meals on Wheels recipients.

We have all heard, "stay at home," "wash your hands," and "don't touch your face." But facts are essential right now to reduce an inclination toward panicking. So, what actually is the difference between social distancing and self-quarantine?

Now more than ever, family caregivers are under a lot of stress. Routines have changed, schools are closed, senior centers are closed, and everyone is at home. It is easy to feel agitated. Renee D'Argento, our Healthy Living Coordinator, provides several ways to take care of your well being without taking a lot of time away from your loved ones, work, or your never-ending to-do list.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, adds an extra layer of stress to being a family caregiver. Here is some advice and some coping techniques.

As coronavirus spreads, there are more questions than answers. This resource from Harvard Medical School will provide regular updates, working with the CDC and the World Health Organization. It is an informative resource for you to save in your favorites.

DUE TO ON-GOING CONCERNS ABOUT CORONAVIRUS - CLASSES HAVE BEEN POSTPONED. A FREE six-session training series for family and friends who are active caregivers of a loved one with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia.

Most caregivers have probably heard about burnout, but that many are unfamiliar with the concept of compassion fatigue or how these two conditions differ. This post will define how to proactively spot the signs of each and provides tips and resources to support you if you develop either.

Over 300 BayPath volunteers serve older citizens in 14 MetroWest communities. Pegg Mancuso-Rowe has been involved in the Healthy Living Program for over 11 years and has been a dedicated volunteer with BayPath’s Healthy Living Program for approximately eight years, co-leading as many as 10 or more workshops per year.

Each February, the National Institute of Health - National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) and The Heart Truth® celebrate American Heart Month by motivating Americans to adopt healthy lifestyles to prevent heart disease.