Reconnecting with the real world in the digital age
Well before the coronavirus pandemic, it was easy to get absorbed by our mobile devices, social media and other products of the digital age. Now, in the era of social distancing, giving in to these distractions seems almost inevitable as
Salvation Army holds first global IT meeting
“Technology for mission” was the theme of the first in a new quarterly series of online meetings for The Salvation Army’s global IT teams. Introduced by Commissioner Merle Heatwole, International Secretary for Business Administration at International Headquarters, the interactive event
How drones are changing the disaster relief industry
Disasters now displace three to ten times more people than conflict and war, but what if we had a better system to provide early warnings and deliver aid? Some people hear “drone,” and they think aerial surveillance a la “Big Brother”
7 simple ways you can do a digital detox this month
Can you go more than 10 minutes without checking your phone? According to a study from Asurion, the average person would say no. And for one out of 10 people, it’s once every four minutes. From waking us up in
Why it’s so important to take time to unplug
My 2-year-old daughter recently reminded me of something important. I was scrolling through my Facebook newsfeed one evening after work when she grabbed my hand—signaling for me to follow her. She walked me over to the princess castle and dolls
How to heal homelessness through community
‘Unprecedented’ effect of temporary shelter keeps doors open When you arrive at The Salvation Army-run homeless shelter in Antelope Valley, California, the presence of the past is undeniable. The Army operates the Los Angeles County shelter out of an abandoned mental
Uber grant helps shuttle Alaska seniors
Seniors are the fastest growing segment of Alaska’s population and many need a ride. It had almost become a routine decision for Trudy Brown: medical treatment or food. She could either go to her doctor’s appointment or to the grocery store,
Capturing life and improving it
Research finds taking and sharing pictures can enhance wellbeing. For something touted as a simple, modern way to connect, having a social media presence is complex. It can feel like a necessary evil—you want to stay in the loop and see
5 ways to stay organized as a family when life gets busy
One of the biggest obstacles I face as a parent is staying organized, especially on days when my toddler is taking out toys as I’m putting them away, unfolding laundry I just folded, or spilling snacks on the floor I
Fighting our fear of loneliness
We’re more connected than ever through technology, but an emoji can’t take the place of a hug. We all feel lonely at times. I have a family member who calls herself a hermit—she doesn’t really feel the need for much in
Initiative brings ‘Tech in the Tenderloin’
Non-profit aims to open tech opportunities for San Francisco kids By Vivian Lopez - San Francisco is a hub of technological innovation, housing some of the wealthiest tech companies in the country. Yet, it is also home to one of the roughest neighborhoods
5 questions for when you’re feeling overwhelmed
When we're overwhelmed, the last thing we want to do is sit down and spend precious time contemplating our overwhelm. There's too much to do! But when we're feeling constantly overwhelmed, it's a good sign that our life needs an