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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer and Aging: Why Awareness Matters
Breast cancer risk increases with age, and nearly one-third of diagnoses occur in women over 70. Unfortunately, outcomes for older patients are often poorer, partly due to delayed diagnosis and less intensive treatment. Factors such as additional health conditions, transportation challenges, limited social support, and concerns about quality of life may influence care decisions. Research gaps also contribute, as older women are often underrepresented in clinical studies. Raising awareness of these disparities is vital to ensure older women receive timely screenings, appropriate treatment, and the support they need for better outcomes.
Strategies for a Mentally Healthy Halloween
Know Your Boundaries
Opt for Lighthearted Alternatives
Plan Transitions & Exit Strategies
Avoid Triggering Costumes and Stereotypes
Keep Routine & Self Care in Mind
Use Reflection & Grounding Tools
Reach Out If You Need Support
Halloween often gets painted as a lighthearted holiday of costumes, candy, and spooky fun — but beneath the surface, it carries deeper emotional and psychological implications for many people. Halloween doesn’t have to be all gloom or all glitter; it can be a season of playful transformation, shared experiences, and even personal growth — if approached thoughtfully and with awareness of your mental landscape.
Meet our Transportation Specialist, TRP
Meet Carl, our transportation specialist. From a young age, Carl was fascinated by cars. After high school, he followed his passion and became a self-taught auto mechanic. By the age of 19, he was managing an auto repair shop. After a decade in the automotive world, Carl transitioned into a new role as a General Foreman. Over the next 15 years, he supervised operations across several industrial and nuclear power plants, overseeing more than 150 union workers. Seeking a new chapter, Carl moved his family from New York to Florida, where he launched Carl’s Delivery Service, partnering with Pier 1 Imports to deliver furniture throughout the region. After successfully running the business for 25 years, Carl sold it and entered retirement. But retirement didn’t quite suit Carl. He began driving for Uber. One day, he transported a client from Twin Rivers Pathways and was inspired by the impact the organization had on those it served. He heard how excellent the TRP program was in helping people work through life’s stressors — and knew instantly it was somewhere he’d like to be a part of — and the rest, as they say, is history.
Did You Know?
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Oct. 5-11 is Mental Illness Awareness Week
October 10th is World Mental Health Day
October is Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month
October 31st is Halloween
Every October, communities across the nation observe Substance Use & Misuse Prevention Month to raise awareness about the dangers of drug and alcohol misuse and to highlight the importance of healthy choices. Prevention efforts focus on education, early intervention, and building strong support systems that empower individuals to live substance-free lives. By promoting coping skills, resilience, and open conversations, we can reduce risk factors and strengthen protective factors that keep individuals and families safe. Together, prevention helps create healthier communities and brighter futures.