How To Organize Your Medical Paperwork

Disorganization is hazardous to your health.

Good record keeping is essential, especially when you are faced with a health challenge.

Puja Thomson will be giving a practical workshop in which you will learn how to use her organization tools in order to simplify and track your record keeping. What matters is that you can find everything without fuss or stress, save lots of time and contribute to your sanity—and health. 

Puja will provide tools and tips such as:

• How to create your personal "yellow pages"

• How to make personal support and treatment decisions

• How to make the most of your medical appointments. ex. preparing detailed questions in    advance and following up after appointments

• How to organize your bills, insurance and legal records

• How to keep your resources and information

The workshop will take place on Tuesday, November 18th at the Desmond Campus of Mount Saint Mary's College, 6 Albany Post Road, Newburgh, NY 12550 from 1:00 - 3:30 PM.

Prior registration is requested by calling Mount Saint Mary's College at 845-565-2076. Material fee; $12 payable to instructor for the documents you will be receiving.


Written by Altimont Parker, SUNY New Paltz Intern for Roots & Wings

Two More Ways To Relax At Our Country Getaway

The Roots & Wings Count Getaway provides those who stay there with endless opportunities for ways to spend their time. Last week we suggested participating in guided imagery and balancing your energy. This week we suggest:

Personalize your Country Getaway

Connect with Puja Thomson to plan a retreat that meets your needs. Focus your energy on: Relaxation and Inner Calm, Reconnecting to Love, Spiritual Renewal, or craft your own focus with Puja’s support.

Get moving! 

Roots & Wings is nestled at the foot of the Shawangunk Mountains, a beautiful landscape excellent for hiking, biking, swimming, cross-country skiing and horseback riding. The “Gunks” are famous for world-class rock climbing. Roots & Wings is only two miles from the Mohonk Preserve Visitors’ Center, and five miles from Minnewaska State Park. The Walkway Over the Hudson is a newer attraction in the Mid Hudson Valley that offers an excellent view of the Hudson River and Hudson Highlands.

Shawangunk Mountains

Written by Altimont Parker, SUNY New Paltz Intern for Roots & Wings

Rejuvenation Break: Taking A Hike

Now that Daylight Savings has come this past weekend, we have a limited amount of time before the winter season rolls around bringing with it limited opportunities to explore nature comfortably.

One of the best ways of maximizing your time outdoors before you are no longer able to, is by taking a hike. Being engulfed in the beautiful colors of autumn while breathing in the fresh brisk air surrounding you, will send you into a state of peace and tranquility. 

There are a number of great hiking destinations in the Hudson Valley area including Mohonk Mountain House and Lake Minnewaska. Both areas offer vast views of the mountains surrounding them with a variety of different trails available for all kinds of skill sets.

Here's a list of things you may consider of you intend on taking a hike:

• Wear comfortable shoes that you don't mind getting dirty

• Bring your lunch and plenty of water to drink

• Plan to spend 3+ hours as most trails tend to be long

• Bring cash with you. Most worthwhile hikes aren't free

• Be sure to have your camera fully charged. You'll want to see this again later!

• Don't forget to stop, breath and take in your surroundings

• You can go alone or with a group but make those who come along are ready to adventure

Taking a hike can be a rejuvenating experience, especially during the beautiful fall season. Get out before the snow starts to fall before it becomes impossible to do so.

Written by Altimont Parker, SUNY New Paltz Intern for Roots & Wings