You have a loved one in a nursing home, and you are told that you have 30 days to move them out. Your heart races just thinking about it and you don’t know where to start. Your facility’s ombudsman can help every step of the way. Know Your Rights In most cases, nursing home residents […]
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February 18th is the last day to apply for vote-by-mail for anyone eligible. Your County Election Office must receive your registration by that date. Simply being postmarked by that date is not accepted. You may have heard about issues affecting some who have applied to vote by mail. They are experiencing a much higher rejection rate than typical. This seems
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Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Permanent, government program to help low-income households pay for internet and connected devices, such as laptops or tablets. A Texas family of four qualifies for the program if their household income is less than $55,500 per year. How to apply: Providers Low-Cost Programs Ask your current internet service provider if they
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“I love being a Foster Grandparent! My sense of purpose has increased, and I feel less lonely and isolated. The children make me feel young again. I love seeing their little faces light up when they learn something new. I give my whole heart to being a Foster Grandparent, but I get so much more
“The Senior Source’s Caregiver Support Group has become a lifeline to me. I am a caregiver of an intercultural mom with vascular dementia. My support group members have become my friends. We listen and provide advice, sometimes tough, most times smooth, but always well-intended and loving. I am so fortunate to be part of this
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You have a loved one in a nursing home, and you are told that you have 30 days to move them out. Your heart races just thinking about it and you don’t know where to start. Your facility’s ombudsman can help every step of the way. Know Your Rights In most cases, nursing home residents
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Grandchildren can contribute to the well-being of their grandparents by caregiving in many ways. A visit always brings joy and decreases isolation and depression for both parties. Caregiving at Any Age Children Preteens and Teens All the caregiving activities for children plus: Young Adults All the activities for teens plus:
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