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Social Security Beneficiaries Act Passed by Senate

The past Friday, the Senate passed the Social Security Beneficiaries Act of 2017, H.R. 4547. The legislation forces the Social Security Administration to submit yearly grants to every state’s protection and advocacy system for the purpose of reviewing representative payees under the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program and the Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance […]

3 Tips for Early Spring Landscaping

Spring is next week; that means it is time to begin landscaping your yard. If you have plans to make your yard spring ready, here are three, true and tested, tips you can use. Be Irrigation Savvy: One of the main components in making your landscape a pleasant sight is through having an efficient irrigation […]

How to Go About Earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN)

A career in nursing is one of limitless opportunities and options. And, because nurses are always needed anywhere there are people, there is the promise of job security. Before a person decides to become a nurse, it is often suggested that prospective candidates volunteer at a local hospital or sign up for a nursing camp where they are […]

Will I Still Receive Benefits During a Government Shutdown?

Depending on the program, recipients may be granted benefits for the timeframe that they have already been approved for. In other words, each state has announced a January deadline for benefits applications in order to continue helping existing cases. While several benefits are unaffected, there are limited funds for those barely staying afloat. Money is […]

A Brief History of Social Security Disability

Social Security Disability as it is known today was established in 1954 when the Social Security Act was amended to offer benefits to disabled workers in the 50-64 age range and also disabled adult children. In 1960 the law was amended again to allow workers of any age and their dependents to receive disability payments. In […]

Pros of Green Environment-Friendly Homes in Portland, OR

There are environment-friendly home builders in Portland that specialize in outstanding custom homes that are energy efficient, comfortable, safe for the family and pets, and built to the highest standards. What are the eco-friendly materials that are being used? They are described as products that increase energy efficiency and reduce the impact on human well-being […]

3 Qualities All Great Life Coaches Share

Life coaches often vary greatly when you examine their educational and professional backgrounds. There are those who feel a calling when it comes to coaching, but there are also those who are considering life coaching as a side profession to expand their skillset. Regardless of where you fall under, all great coaches use their professional […]

Tiny Homes & Their Positive Impact on the Environment

Modern homes are one of the biggest drains on our natural resources today. As homes have almost doubled in size in the last few decades, the use of lumber, electricity, and water has skyrocketed, as has the production of carbon dioxide (this greenhouse gas traps heat in the atmosphere and contributes to climate change). Tiny […]