One of the biggest decisions a family has to make is when it is time for their loved one to move into an assisted living community. Once that decision is made, the next big question families ask is, “How do we really know that our loved one is happy and adjusting to their new … [Read more...] about Monitoring How Assisted Living Community Members are Adjusting to Their New Home
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Five Ways to Become a Better Landlord
It is in a landlord’s best interest to have long-term tenants who pay their rent on time and take great care of the landlord’s property. On average, a landlord spends between 20 and 40 hours to fill each vacancy. That includes advertising, showings, review of applications and execution of the lease … [Read more...] about Five Ways to Become a Better Landlord
Treating an Ankle Sprain
For many in Flagstaff active in various types of sports and recreation, an ankle sprain is an unfortunate and uncomfortable set back. Recently, a good friend of mine sustained her first ankle sprain and we had a long discussion regarding various aspects of this injury. This is the gist of our … [Read more...] about Treating an Ankle Sprain
Treating Sleeping Disorders Through Dentistry
There are many types of sleeping disorders affecting the quality of life of more than 20 million Americans and quite possibly shortening their lives. One of the areas of sleep disorders is obstructive sleep apnea. It is a very common and potentially life-threatening medical disorder that prevents … [Read more...] about Treating Sleeping Disorders Through Dentistry
Financial Issues to Consider in Remarriages
About one-third of U.S. residents ages 15 and older have been married at least twice, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey. Remarriage among American ages 55 and older is on the rise, while their younger counterparts are becoming less likely to have … [Read more...] about Financial Issues to Consider in Remarriages
Comparing Physical Therapy and Opioids
For many of us, we know the nuisance of a minor pain. If allergies cause us to have a sinus headache, we take a decongestant. Back pain from a weekend of yard work? Ibuprofen may do the trick. But what about those who suffer from chronic pain that lasts longer than six months? No one … [Read more...] about Comparing Physical Therapy and Opioids
Why Flagstaff City Council Supports DACA
Hello Flagstaff! Recently, the Flagstaff City Council passed a resolution in support of DACA, Dreamers and comprehensive immigration reform. I was proud that the resolution had bipartisan support, and if you consider the facts it becomes clear why sensible immigration policy makes sense … [Read more...] about Why Flagstaff City Council Supports DACA
Sitting: The New Smoking
Everyone these days understands the health hazards associated with smoking tobacco. What most people don’t realize is that sitting for long periods of time, day in and day out, can be just as unhealthy and cause numerous health conditions similar to smoking. Although Americans are keenly aware of … [Read more...] about Sitting: The New Smoking
Everything I Needed to Know about Business I Learned from My Newspaper Route
This week I had a student in my management class ask which job taught me the most about running a business. As I thought back it, I realized it was probably my newspaper route in Ohio, delivering the Ravenna Record-Courier. I’m not sure which is more unfortunate; the fact that fewer and fewer … [Read more...] about Everything I Needed to Know about Business I Learned from My Newspaper Route
Community Encouraged to Get Involved During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and while there is no typical personality for an abuser, there are some signs to be aware of when working with vulnerable populations, like youth who’ve witnessed domestic violence in the past, to keep the cycle from continuing. In Coconino … [Read more...] about Community Encouraged to Get Involved During Domestic Violence Awareness Month