Stocks Make A Great Charitable Gift

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One of the most tax-efficient ways to give is by contributing long-term appreciated securities, like stocks. There are two huge advantages to donating in this way. One, since you are not selling your stocks, there are no capital gains taxes to be concerned with, and the more appreciation the stocks have, the bigger your tax savings … Continued

Now Is The Time To Improve Your Financial Health

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Making resolutions to improve your financial situation is a good thing to do at any time of year. Regardless of when you begin, it is extremely important. Your financial control and your financial goals are a large contributor to your health. Make these financial wellness tips a prime focus for yourself in 2020! Spend less than you earn. Plan and … Continued

Ringworm and School Sports

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By Lauren Kolacki Ringworm is very common. Anyone can get ringworm, but people who have weakened immune systems may be especially at risk for infection and may have problems fighting off a ringworm infection. People who use public showers or locker rooms, athletes (particularly those who are involved in contact sports such as wrestling), people who wear … Continued

Lessons from the Trenches of Special Needs Parenting

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Parenting any child is challenging, but the joys and feelings that come with parenting a child with special needs are unique. All children are special in their own way, but a child with autism, traumatic brain injury, intellectual disabilities, or language and speech delays requires a different level of care and understanding. We don’t profess … Continued

Are Women Really Opting Out of Work After They Have Babies? Among Recent Moms, More Educated Most Likely to Work

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The “opt out” revolution of high-earning women exiting the labor force to have babies, widely publicized in the early 2000s, may have been overstated. This phenomenon of opting out is actually not widespread. In fact, recently released historical fertility tables show an increase in labor force participation rates in the last decade among women ages … Continued

Oral Health In Seniors

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Your overall health and your oral health are closely linked. As you age, your risk of having poor oral health increases. Infections in your teeth and the structures supporting them, like your gums, can increase risks for many illnesses. These include heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and stroke as well as infections like pneumonia. In turn, these … Continued

Malnutrition As You Age

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You may experience malnutrition as you age if you are not able to eat well-balanced, nutritious foods. Malnutrition is not tied to your weight. So, whether you are underweight, overweight, or obese, you may still be malnourished, and your health and well- being may decline. Fortunately, Older Americans Act (OAA) nutrition assistance programs offer well-balanced, … Continued

A Talk with An Elder Driver

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The population of people age 65 and older is the fastest growing demographic in the United States. Many of these older adults will be drivers. Right now, there are more than 30 million licensed drivers age 65 or older. People between ages 25 and 75 have relatively low crash involvement. After age 75, risk increases … Continued