Las Vegas, like other cities and towns across America, has been affected by the current economic crisis. Prices are up for gas, food, housing and more. As a result, people here have to do a lot of belt-tightening. There are ways, however, that you can help minimize the financial crunch for you and your household, ...
People in Texas are well known for their big hearted generous nature. If you live in Texas and are proud to live there, why not share some of the pride and kindness by volunteering in your local community? There are several volunteer opportunities in your area; this article will touch on only a few of ...
Grandma is the one person who loves us unconditionally, no matter what. So it is only natural that we want to express our love and appreciation for grandma on Mother’s Day. There are Mother’s Day Gifts that are specially made just for special grandmas. We no longer have to settle on getting grandma a gift ...
Remember the old-fashioned fun of the school carnival? As children we would look forward all year to winning lots of cheesy prizes at homemade booths. Believe it or not, older adults still love this kind of simple entertainment. You’ll have as much fun watching them as they have playing. And, they will love you for ...
Have you ever wondered what else is out there for caring for the elderly? I have worked as a Certified Nurses Aide for the past 14 years. I have experienced all five of these types of care that I am about to inform you on. I will give you the pros and cons on each ...
Today so many more people are living longer and staying in their homes. We need to make sure their homes are safe and have the safety precautions in place that they require. There are lots of safety products available to make the seniors life at home more enjoyable and easier on them. It’s very easy ...
An Insurance Underwriter career requires having an extensive education. Each State has regulation or State Insurance Commission, that license underwrites, after completing required course studies, examinations, and continuing education. There is no Federal Regulatory System regarding any standard of education. Underwriters must have good judgment skills, good communication, interpersonal skills, and being able to work ...
Cataract surgery is performed every day. It is not considered a complicated surgery. But it is a surgery that must be performed if you have cataracts, especially if they are growing. Left alone, cataracts can completely cover the lens of one’s eyes and this will led to blindness. Cataracts are a clouding of our natural ...
I once worked full time in a nursing home/apartment building for the elderly as an activity assistant. Now I am on call to work, and I enjoy it very much! The residents are at all levels of function. Here are some fun, interactive games to enjoy together. (These are great for kids, too!) *I use ...
Most of us have heard of the Meals on Wheels program, but few of us really know what the program is about. For myself, it wasn’t until my Dad’s Hospice Social Worker recommended Meals on Wheels that I really learned what this program really involved. If you are considering a Meals on Wheels program for ...