Nonahood News: What is your job? Amanda Burke: I am the owner of Mandi Poppins Pet Care. We are a local pet sitting and dog walking company here in Lake Nona. We also offer what’s called “house sitting services.” We are really just that extra piece of mind for people. NHN: What does your day-to-day schedule look like? AB: I am usually on call 24/7. My day … [Read more...]
Nona. Life. Style: Style Swaps for Your Millennial Makeover
If you feel like high school was yesterday, but your daily pill case and assorted eye creams tell a different story, then lean in close this month, my friend. We’re tackling the age-old problem of…well…age. Living in a community that celebrates health, vitality, and youth, it's only fitting that we explore how to refresh our wardrobe to keep up. (As someone currently enjoying … [Read more...]
Best Friends in the Nonahood: Thank You, Therapy Dogs!
September is National Service Dog Month, and what a great tribute to the pooches who support those who need it most! Therapy dogs are a special type of service dog. They provide comfort to persons in hospitals, nursing homes, schools – and even companies. USTA employee Jayla Kent arranged for three therapy dogs and their volunteer owners from Alliance of Therapy Dogs to visit … [Read more...]
Nona Your Neighbor: Susan Dixon
Nonahood News: What is your job? Susan Dixon: I am a Child Therapist and Registered Clinical Social Work Intern at Lake Nona Behavioral Health Services for children from three to 15 years old, using art, play therapy techniques and other modalities. I work closely with parents and their children to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where the child can work through … [Read more...]
What Does Labor Day Even Mean?… Aside From a Three-Day Weekend
History: The Central Labor Union planned and “organized” a parade to take place on September 5, 1882, in Lower Manhattan near City Hall to show the spirit and strength of the unions. However, the first Labor Day parade was a bit of a fiasco and a near disaster. City Hall was surrounded by rows of policemen and club-wielding officers on horseback because it was expected that … [Read more...]
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