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If you are one of the hundreds of millions of families who donate either time, talent, or treasure to a charitable organization throughout the year, you may be wondering what really counts as a charitable donation when it comes time to file your taxes. So, exactly...
A natural disaster can occur with little or no notice. Depending on your geographical location, fires, floods, hurricanes, earthquakes, tsunamis, ice storms, and heavy snowfall can damage property, crush infrastructures and injure or take human lives. In the event of...
Disasters, whether natural or man-made are by definition tragic events that disrupt human life, security, and functionality. It’s because of this that disaster relief is defined as a human response designed to protect life and restore security and functionality. It’s...
On June 19, 2018, Bev Parsons received terrible news of her terminal illness. She was given two months to live. That Summer, she read an article in the Times-News about an event sponsored by the Staff and Volunteers of Cassia Hospital. On September 29, 2018, they...
Many adults suffer from insomnia, sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders, and you already know the impact that not getting enough sleep can have on your quality of life. Adults are often under the impression that it’s easier for our children to fall asleep and stay...
As a parent, getting a good night’s sleep may always be an ongoing concern. But what can you do if you are concerned about the quality of your child's sleep? Good sleep isn’t just important for adults, it’s as or maybe even more important for children of all ages when...
There are so many volunteer opportunities available these days that it can be challenging to know where to start. After all, you can't help everyone, even though you might want to. The good news, though, is that you don't have to let that stress you out. Finding a...
If you have ever heard the phrase, “sleeps like a baby” and agreed, you probably have not ever had a baby! Children don't always sleep soundly (or let their parents sleep through the night), which can sometimes be worrisome. Sleep is undoubtedly important for...
I’m not a doctor. I’m not a nurse. I’m not in a medical-related professional of any kind. I didn’t even stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night. That said, before I try to emphasize how important a good night sleep is to a child, let me first state that the thoughts...
"In about the same degree as you are helpful you will be happy."- Karl Reiland As parents, we want to watch our children grow into kind, generous humans who have a desire and a heart for helping others. Finding the right opportunities to facilitate this growth is...