Numerous families go to the hospice for its free therapy sessions. These focus on the individual as well as the family. The sessions address death as well as the emotional, psychological, and spiritual health of those who are grieving. The hospice has several locations in Santa Barbara, for people who can’t attend the sessions at… Continue Reading
Kenny Slaught reflects on the keen eye and overall artistic excellence George Washington Smith brought to Santa Barbara. It has been almost 100 years since the famous architect inspired the California movement called the Spanish Colonial revival. He actually dropped out of Harvard to work as a bond trader. Once he became a successful businessman,… Continue Reading
People with terminal illnesses and their close ones are helped by the grief services at Hospice of Santa Barbara, Kenny Slaught explains. The free initiatives concentrate on kids. It appears as 20 percent of them face the death of a caretaker before reaching 18, while one in 20 lose a loved one before becoming an… Continue Reading
Hospice of Santa Barbara offers numerous programs for those terminally ill and their families, especially children. One in 20 kids lose at least one caretaker before becoming an adult, and one in 5 loses a relative before 18 years old. The organization assists people cope with the loss through its many programs. Kenny Slaught explains… Continue Reading
Santa Barbara has some amazing structures, like El Pueblo district, hundreds of years old Hotel Virginia, and the pink towers at the Old Mission where celebrations take place. The County Courthouse includes beautiful murals, while the clock tower and observation deck offer a great view over the city. The 1873 constructed Lobero theatre still hosts… Continue Reading
Many therapists at Hospice of Santa Barbara became certified in EMDR and started using it in their therapy sessions. As a result, many clients reported they are feeling better than they did after attending talk therapy only. EMDR is not a replacement for traditional therapy, however it is more useful for people who suffer from… Continue Reading
The Spanish Colonial Revival style was started by architect George Washington Smith almost a century ago. Smith dropped off of Harvard to become a bond trader, and later on relocated to Santa Barbara to pursue his hobbies. But, he was amazed at how much the locals liked the house he built and continued to design… Continue Reading
About 100 years ago, architect George Washington Smith started the Spanish Colonial Revival style in California. Smith was a Harvard student but left to become a businessman. He relocated to Santa Barbara later on in order to retire. However, the house he built received so much acclaim that he went on to design for the city.… Continue Reading