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Social Security benefits and services are vital to people with early-onset Alzheimer’s who are unable to work and may have no other source of income. They can apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The Compassionate Allowances program provides faster processing of disability claims for people with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease and several other neurodegenerative disorders. ...
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Puppy love and kitty cuddles make life sweeter. But for some low-income pet parents, inflation, housing costs, and the rising cost of pet food and veterinary care make pet care difficult. You can help connect struggling pet parents with resources that will help them be able to live happy and healthy lives with their pets. Learn how to help keep pets out of shelters and stay in welcoming homes. ...
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Fear of speaking up in senior communities or nursing homes is a real problem. Residents frequently believe, if they report about the way an aide interacts—or in many cases, does not interact—with them, there will be repercussions. After all, they are the vulnerable ones needing care and assistance. ...
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Northeast Ohio is in a deep freeze. Your skin doesn’t have to show it. Nor do you have to break the bank to keep your skin supple and moist through the chilliest of temperatures. Here are the 10 top-rated over-the-counter anti-aging skincare products suitable for mature skin, along with their benefits. ...
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If you have been paying Social Security taxes, you should get an estimate of what your future benefit may be. Social Security's retirement webpage is a great place to start mapping out your retirement plan with three basic questions. ...
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Every year, BBB gets complaints from homeowners who were left adrift by snow removal companies that were no-shows after the first big storm. Typically, homeowners have paid for services in advance, cannot reach the company, and are faced with finding someone to plow at the worst possible time. Don’t be left out in the cold. ...
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Everyone loves a good deal, and scammers know it. Counterfeit coupons are a popular way for scammers to steal your identity and money. These fake deals are tricking consumers on websites, social media platforms, and in texts and email inboxes. ...
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Tanaka Mupinga's key to success is his ability to blend his talent, creativity, education, work ethic and experiences together. He loves being a lifelong learner because everything is connected. The things he loves most are where he spends most of his time. ...
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