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Category Archives: FYI
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Jun
Jun
Listen to the audio version of this article Your browser does not support the audio element. Reading is a basic skill we rely on daily. There is little we do that does not involve an interpretation of words to do a task, learn a skill, write a letter or send an email. Yet, as critical […]
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Jun
Jun
If you fell right now and could not get up, who would help you? What if you were alone? What then? With all the mayhem going on in the world today, feeling safe and connected is a must, especially for seniors. As we age, our bodies become vulnerable to falls making it a priority for […]
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Mar
Mar
For the first year ever, the Census Bureau will be conducting its initial surveys online. In order to streamline the process and receive information from hard-to-count households, it decided to create an online version for those who do not have a permanent home. While we are all staying home for the next few weeks, it […]
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Mar
Mar
Imagine turning on the TV and flipping through channels to find another report of more gloom. Well, that is precisely what is happening in the world today. The worldwide pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus has created a crisis that has crashed our stock markets and quarantined our cities. Feeling scared and vulnerable during these […]
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Mar
Mar
Due to recommendations by CDC the Spring Daytona Turkey Run has been cancelled.
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Mar
Mar
Two weeks ago, we spoke about the disappearance of a woman with dementia who was last seen walking through a plaza alone. She has not been heard from since and is believed to be abducted by a stranger. The Sheriff’s department only issued a 1.5-mile radius search because the woman was not driving a vehicle. […]
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Feb
Feb
Today is World Rare Disease Day which aims to raise awareness for the 400 million people affected by one of the 7,000 rare diseases that exist today. It is very important to be aware of the many diseases that plague the world and we usually hear about the common diseases that can afflict any of […]
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Feb
Feb
When it comes to finding a contractor to hire, it can be overwhelming to know if you have found a trustworthy person. Everything may look good on paper and the person may sound professional and genuine over the phone, but how can you really know if they are the right person to trust? The Department […]
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Feb
Feb
Last week we spoke about the arrests of over 100 people in Tampa, FL, for performing unlicensed contractor work. These individuals were advertising professional services to unsuspecting homeowners who needed affordable repair. The sting operation performed by the state of Florida was not the first, in hopes of catching unlicensed criminals. Law enforcement pursuits against […]
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Feb
Feb
Breaking news! Over 100 people were arrested in Tampa, Florida, for selling unqualified contracting services. The “Operation House Hunters” in Hillsborough County focused on catching criminals who were taking advantage of the growing housing market. The fraudulent freelancers would advertise through social media platforms like Facebook or would post ads on Craigslist, even on their […]
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Feb
Feb
Did you know that the Silver Alert law in Florida has a criterion that the missing senior must have been traveling by motor vehicle? If we think about the many ways that a person can be abducted, you can see why this is a very narrow criterion. People travel by foot all the time and […]