Many families face the realization that their aging parents are in need of a bit more help and begin looking into assisted living. The Internet offers a wealth of information about seniors assisted living facilities and elder-care that is invaluable…
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We all know people who would rather live in a cardboard box than return to the parental nest. We also know people who return home easily and methodically to the home base for special purposes, saving up for a wedding,…
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February 15, 2015 Communication
As a woman, I will give you the benefit of having lived with the same man for 40 years, worked alongside many others, been friends with a number, and dealt with many in business. I’ve studied their behavior and have…
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Ushering grown children into adult life can be a challenging endeavor. If you have been able to assist children during their college years, you may find yourself with a “successful,” degree-holding adult that is still largely dependent on the family…
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Genealogy, the study of one’s ancestors, offers an interesting look into the past and the stories that make up one’s family background. DNA testing provided a new ability to analyze the components in our genetic background. This can give us insights…
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September 30, 2013 Crisis Support
Stroke survivors can face a variety of physical and mental impairments that affect their daily lives and can create stresses for family members and caregivers. Family and friends may be faced with a loved one’s paralysis or spasticity, memory problems,…
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