Archive for September 2021
Safety Tips for Fall Prevention in Autumn
Autumn is a favorite season for many people. Cooler weather brings intense relief from the summer heat and people prepare to enjoy outdoor sports or activities during the season. However, some places experience severe weather like snow and thunderstorms, which increases the risks of falls. Falls are a common reason for trips to the emergency…
Read MoreWhat Hispanic Heritage Month Means to Me – Karen Caraballo
By Karen Caraballo, Funding Specialist, Peoria, IL National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15 to October 15 to honor the cultures and contributions of both Hispanic and Latino Americans and celebrate heritage rooted in all Latin American countries. The National Park Service and government partners work to share the history, heritage, and…
Read MoreWhat Hispanic Heritage Month Means to Me – Edwin Ramirez
By Edwin Ramirez, Customer Service Representative, New York City, NY I’m from Lima, Peru, and I’m what they call a mestizo, someone who has Peruvian and European heritage. For me personally, my grandad was from Europe and my other grandfather was from Africa. My grandmother was an ethnic Quechua person, also known as Amerindians. I came to…
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