Columnists

Geek Speak… Computer New Year’s Resolutions

Issue 5.13

It seems that the beginning of a new year is a good time to think about making our lives or health of finances better by choosing to do something better than we have done in the past. As important as the computer is in many people’s lives, it seems it might be a […]

Genealogy Corner… FamilySearch Keeps Changing

Issue 5.13

For those of you who may sometimes wonder “why do they keep changing the programs just when I start to get if figured out?” I thought you may enjoy the following post to the FHCNET mailing list recently:

“Trying to be tactful and non-confrontational, and all those other Virtues, allows me to offer […]

HECM, Still A Great Option!

Issue 5.13

Absolutely! The opportunity for a senior, 62 years or older, to buy a home using a HECM mortgage will be available for the unforeseen future. Until we see evidence from The Housing and Urban Development (Federal agency which regulates HECM loans) indicating anything different, We will proceed to take applications and close these […]

Looking Back… Meditation

Issue 5.13

Whatever stage of life you are in now, you probably long for a few quiet moments to relax and experience solitude. If your life is too busy, maybe it’s time to slow down and consider meditation. It’s a way to empty or clear your mind of thoughts so you can concentrate on just […]

Personal Stories Of WWII… Some More Close Calls

Issue 5.13

Once when we were on the far reaches of a long mission I was in my cozy little doghouse, the ball turret, using my hand controls to keep me rotating and moving the turret and my guns up and down and wishing I could wear dark glasses because of the intense glare of […]

The Social Security Column… Be In The Know About Medicare Part B

Issue 5.13

You may already know that Medicare is a medical insurance program for people who are 65 or older and for people who are disabled at any age. Some people are covered only by one type of Medicare; others opt to pay extra for more coverage. Understanding Medicare can save you money.

If you’re […]

Assisted Living vs Skilled Nursing Facilities

Issue 4.13

What is the difference between an assisted living and that of a nursing home (care center or a skilled nursing facility)?

Skilled Nursing Care means a facility that provides 24 hour inpatient care to residents who need licensed nursing supervision. The facility shall ensure that nursing staff are present on the premises at […]

Celebrating The Holiday Season At the BeeHive Cottages

Issue 4.13

Twinkling lights, festive carolers, family & friends gathered together, good food & good music – all of these things combine to make the holidays a special time for many of us!

At the BeeHive Cottages, our grand festivities kept all our residents’ spirits bright throughout this Holiday season. We kicked off the season […]

Geek Speak… Consumer Electronics Show (CES)

Issue 4.13

Each year in January, Las Vegas hosts one of the biggest technology shows on earth. Usually during the first or second week of January, well over 100,000 professionals from all over the world converge to see what is new, interesting or different in the world of electronics. There is a lot of glitz […]

Genealogy Corner… WorldCat

Issue 4.13

WorldCat located at www.worldcat.org, is the world’s largest network of library-based content and services. WorldCat is a “master” catalog of library materials. It’s a way for you to locate a book, video or other item of interest and discover which libraries near you own the item. Individual member libraries in your community and […]