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At 57, Christopher S. was living with his father after experiencing homelessness. Managing ulcerative colitis, schizophrenia, ADHD, and anxiety made daily decision-making and nutrition overwhelming. With a history of substance use in remission, Christopher wanted to improve his health but felt unsure where to start. Over a year, Christopher worked with an interdisciplinary care team […]

At 62, Emily M. entered Poppy Life Care struggling with Type 2 Diabetes, Anxiety, and Depression. Chronic stress, low motivation, and budget-related barriers made it difficult for her to maintain healthy routines or feel hopeful about change. Over eight months, Emily worked with an interdisciplinary care team who guided her through cognitive behavioral coaching, trauma-sensitive […]

At 27, Gianny was juggling work, parenting, and personal healing while managing PTSD and a history of trauma. Living with her partner and young child, she struggled to maintain consistent self-care and nutrition routines, leaving her feeling overwhelmed and emotionally drained. Over six months, Gianny worked with an interdisciplinary care team offering trauma-informed yoga therapy, […]

When Zachary L., 28, joined Poppy Life Care, he was facing severe anxiety, unmanaged weight gain, and the lasting effects of housing instability. Daily tasks like cooking, hygiene, and organizing felt overwhelming, and his stress made it difficult to stay consistent with his HIV care. Over 18 months, Zachary worked with an interdisciplinary care team […]

At 65, John P. was living in a storage unit, struggling with chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. Years of homelessness, social isolation, and a history of incarceration had left him without support. Despite these challenges, John reached out to Poppy Life Care, determined to rebuild his life. Over 18 months, John worked with an interdisciplinary […]

Newport Beach, CA, December 20, 2019 – Poppy Life Care, a new, non-profit organization empowering Orange County families with children impacted by spectrum and developmental disorders, recently debuted a free yoga program at the Melinda Hoag Smith Center for Healthy Living. The initial response to the yoga classes, which are customized by the yoga instructors […]

When you’re feeling down, it can be tempting to turn to food to lift your spirits. However, the sugary, high-calorie treats that many people crave have negative consequences. On the other hand, certain foods have been shown to improve brain health and make you feel happier. Chances are, you have one or more of these […]

For children with autism to be selective with their food. This can make it difficult for parents to encourage a varied and balanced diet. When moving your child to a more nutritional diet, you should keep in mind that common foods may have toxins and that there are healthier alternatives to the sugary comfort foods […]

By C.B. Fosbrink Grief is difficult for adults to deal with, especially if the death of someone you love is unexpected. Unfortunately, approximately 2.5 million people pass annually, leaving on average five people grieving the loss (Krull, 2020). The most difficult time, experts suggest, is several days to several weeks after the loss, when most […]

This refers to a state of awareness that stems from intentionally paying attention to your thoughts in the present moment in a non-judgemental manner. It’s not about suppressing positive or negative thoughts; rather, it helps us free ourselves from our habitual thought patterns.In other words, we spend so much time thinking about the past or […]