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Latest Cyber Vulnerability

The latest cyber vulnerability involves international players. Historically, conflicts between countries involved primarily military action. In the 21st century, cyber threats are used along with air/ground forces. And, these cyber risks extend to the US and all countries in the NATO Alliance. Every organization in the US is at risk from cyber threats that can […]

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Highlights From This Week

Highlights from this week included important national information. Student Debt (Navient), IRS 2021 tax information and at-home Covid tests. Want to make sure you have access to this information to be ready for the tomorrows ahead! Student Debt Forgiveness The court ruling against a student debt lender, Navient hit the headlines this week. This ruling

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Grief Talk Resources Guides

Grief Talk Resource Guides were shared with me this week. These guides come from the National Alliance for Children’s Grief. In a previous blog post I wrote about all the young ones who’ve lost a parent or parent like figure during this pandemic. Grief is tough at any time, and particularly during the holidays. If

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Support Younger Adults Grieving a Death

Grieving a death is not easy at any age. Grieving a death for younger adults is often a “first death” and very difficult. As Family Caregivers Month continues, let’s care and support for those grieving a death along with our caregivers. Two recent articles highlighted this for me and rather than sit back, I bring

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Family Caregivers Month

Family Caregivers Month is here! November is the month where we take time to recognize and give praise and support to ALL people who dedicate their time, often unpaid, caring for a family member in need. As the holiday season is right around the corner, it is important that we show our appreciation for those

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It’s Open Enrollment Time

Health Insurance Open Enrollment time is here in the US. Heads-up! Open enrollment for employees, for individuals and for those on Medicare is here. Here are some tips to help you/yours this year. What is the open enrollment period for 2022? Private companies can set their own open enrollment periods with many choosing to do

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Advanced Child Tax Credit

This week, changes to the Child Tax Credit will help families receive advanced payments. Beginning 15 July, the IRS will pay half the total credit amount in advanced monthly payments directly to their bank accounts. The expanded child tax credit is only for 2021.  To qualify for advance Child Tax Credit payments, you — and

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June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

June is the month we bring awareness to the 50 million people worldwide who live with Alzheimer’s and other dementias and their families.

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Health Care Decisions

National Health Care Decisions Day was Friday, April 16th! Health Care decisions involve decisions for all adults from the age of 18. To date, 60% of Americans have yet to document their health care decisions. If you are in the 40% – Bravo! How about this year, we all make an effort to make sure

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