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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. The Social Security Administration has a program that supports career development for people ages 18 to 64 who receive Social Security disability benefits and want to work. ...
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We've got a terrific recap of the Proven Winners’ Grand Garden Show on Mackinac Island in Michigan from our garden blogger Donna Hessel. It's just the antidote we need as the garden season winds down. Enjoy!
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Recently, a local home repair business contacted Better Business Bureau (BBB®) Serving Greater Cleveland about a fake check scam. To prevent becoming a victim of check fraud, BBB warns consumers and businesses alike to be wary of situations where a third party is trying to obtain immediate payment from cashed funds or is overpaying by check and requiring quick reimbursement. ...
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Do you have trouble remembering names? Chances are, you have met someone, only to forget their name within seconds or during a second meeting when you’d like to address them by name. Read on for practical tips on how to improve your ability to place names to faces. ...
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It’s never been easier to do Social Security business online. Often there is no need to call or visit an office. Here are three webpages that can make your life easier. ...
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People's attitudes and outlooks about “getting older” really makes a difference in life quality as they age, even when they have significant challenges. Our culture tends to dread aging and talk negatively about it. We are setting the stage for a “difficult old age” if we continue to repeat this to ourselves. We can change our attitude today simply by accepting and looking forward to living a long life the best that we possibly can! ...
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Our educator’s toolkit is a great way to introduce our many programs to a new audience and show them that our programs help people other than retirees. Understanding how Social Security helps wounded warriors, survivors, children, and adults with disabilities can teach students to have greater empathy, provide a path to inspired learning, and increase awareness of programs that can provide financial security. ...
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The autumnal equinox signifies the official end of summer and the beginning of the “time of winding down.” There are a couple of practices that are especially well-suited to this time of year and outSPOKEn Cyclist blogger Diane Jenks highly recommends yoga. ...
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