Monthly Archives: January 2012

Carefrontation Can Help With Challenges Seniors Face

Carefrontation Helps Seniors Find Their Own Truth – bjwebbiz Carefrontation, as opposed to confrontation, can be a great aid in working through challenges of senior living. It’s not always easy to find one’s truth. The term “carefrontation” was originally used … Continue reading

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Grief Tearbook: Seniors Prepare Their Families for Grief by Facing it Themselves

Book About Death Good for Seniors and Children – sante1 Once in a blue moon a book comes along which speaks to all ages. Grandparents can read The Heart & The Bottle for themselves & their grandchildren. Oliver Jeffers has … Continue reading

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Seniors and Others Help Homeless With Fundraiser at Egg Cetera

Fundraiser for the Homeless – With kind permission of Kelly Cronan A brinner party was held on Saturday, Oct 25, 2010 in Conroe, Texas. The Egg Cetera usually serves only breakfast and lunch, but did this for the homeless. The … Continue reading

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No Fault Aging – A Look at Aging Proactively Without Regret

Aging Proactively With Humor and Friendships – click We’ve all heard about the hardships of growing older. True, yes, but since people are living longer maybe it’s time to talk about the advantages of aging! Aging is the blessing granted … Continue reading

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Of These My Children: A New Year’s Revolution

The old year has gone who knows where and my students are busy writing their hopes and dreams for the New Year.  Our unit on Resolutions always brings interesting ideas to class. However, I was a bit puzzled at one … Continue reading

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Stop Bullying – Some Techniques to Deal With and Prevent It

Join Hands to Stop Bullying – jdurham Society is understandably worried about bullying behaviors which seem to show up in schools and elsewhere in society. Prevention offers hope. Bullying hurts – no matter whether it’s physical or emotional! It may … Continue reading

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Life Insurance for Seniors and Boomers – Is it Really Important?

Life Insurance Would Help the Family – msp If you didn’t notice, September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. Industry wide efforts tried to get the word out. Time to look at this important issue! If you didn’t get a chance … Continue reading

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Teach Reading by Using Reading Hats in the Classroom and at Home

What Magic Lies in a Reading Hat! – taylorschiades Help focus students on reading with Reading Hats. They can be decorated to show a student’s preferences, hobbies, or even favorite books or authors. There is so much competition nowadays for … Continue reading

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A Look at the Go Computer for Seniors and Boomers

For older adults who aren’t really into techie gadgets but want to stay in touch with friends and family, here’s a senior-friendly computer to consider. Already popular in retirement communities, the Go Computer is designed by MyGait specifically for seniors … Continue reading

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Teaching Children Fall & Winter Seasons With Simple Songs

Capture the Magic of Fall in a Song – ppdigital With time at a premium and curriculum demands ever growing, try these simple lyrics to familiar tunes which help children enjoy learning about the seasons. Some concepts in elementary school … Continue reading

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