A new outreach program that allows civilians to contribute to the rebuilding of veterans' homes is the latest evidence that Americans are behind their service people.

American service men and women put their lives on the line everyday to keep our nation safe. This testament to bravery requires the utmost physical and mental conditioning and sharpness at all times. There are mental health effects that war has on service men and women, and family members also feel the impact. There are a variety of things military members and spouses can do to understand the warning signs of and treatment options for mental health issues.

In the time it takes you to boil pasta, make a pot of coffee, or write a quick e-mail, one more person has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease -- possibly someone you know.

You may think the back seat of your own car is the safest mode of transportation for your school-bound child. Think again. School buses are the safest and largest mass transportation system in the United States, according to research by the School Bus Information Council (SBIC).

Each year, anti-discrimination laws open the doors to higher learning for millions of disabled students. It's up to the students to navigate the world beyond those newly opened doors, and many have found that choosing a college where they receive the caring support of faculty, staff and fellow students can help pave the path to academic success.

Hosting an exchange student from a foreign country can be very rewarding. Here's a place to turn if you want to do it.

Something green and wonderful is growing across the country. Friends, families and neighbors are rolling up their sleeves and nurturing community gardens that are sprouting to life.