Mandela Day is an annual global celebration that takes place on 18 July to honour the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. This day is a call to action for individuals, communities, and organisations to take time to reflect on Mandela's values and principles and to make a positive impact in their own communities.
This week supports caregivers raising gifted kids, celebrating their creativity while raising awareness for support for gifted and talented children and their families.
World Brain Day is an annual event on July 22nd dedicated to raising awareness about brain health and neurological disorders. It was established by the World Federation of Neurology (WFN) in 2014. The day aims to promote preventative measures, educate the public, and advocate for improved research, treatment, and support for neurological conditions, according to several sources.
Join us for a panel discussion on caregiving resources in our community - inspired by a new documentary.
Self-care is more than bubble baths. It's rest, boundaries, hydration, checkups-and showing yourself compassion year-round.
World Drowning Prevention Day, declared through a United Nations General Assembly Resolution, is held annually on July 25. Through this global event, we remember lives lost due to drowning and aim to increase knowledge on safety in and around water. Drowning doesn't have a single cause or a single solution.
Commemorating the ADA's signing in 1990, this day celebrates disability rights, access, and the ongoing movement for full inclusion.
World Hepatitis Day takes place every year on 28 July, bringing the world together to raise awareness of viral hepatitis, its global burden, and to influence real change.
World Lung Cancer Day is observed annually on August 1st. In 2025, World Lung Cancer Day will fall on a Friday. This day aims to raise awareness about lung cancer, promote early detection, support research, and advocate for policies that reduce the burden of this disease.
August 1st is known as "DOGust 1st," a universal birthday for shelter dogs whose actual birthdates are unknown. This day is a chance for shelters to celebrate all their adoptable dogs and raise awareness for pet adoption. It's a fun way for pet parents to celebrate their adopted dogs' "gotcha day" or choose August 1st as an annual celebration.
National Sisters Day on the first Sunday in August celebrates the unique bond between sisters. This particular set of siblings embrace moments that make them laugh and cringe. While they don't always agree, sisters have each other's backs.
Maryland Public Television invites you to join us for a day of connection, education, and self-care at our Caregiving Expo on August 2, 2025.
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