(NAPSI)—Amazon Prime members save money and time through access to low prices, premium videos and music, as well as convenient delivery options. And now, Amazon has designed a discounted monthly Prime membership option for customers participating in a growing list of government assistance programs. How it Works Prime is already an incredible value at $99/year Read More …
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WATER SAFETY Don’t Let Kids Drown: Teach Them To Swim
(NAPSI)—Cooling off in a pool, lake or ocean can be a refreshing idea—but only if you know how to avoid the dangers. The Problem Drowning is a leading cause of death in children under 14. One reason is that 70 percent of African-American and 60 percent of Hispanic children don’t know how to swim, the Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS Make No Mistake—Play Is Crucial, Experts Say
(NAPSI)—While most kids score an “A” in play, many parents need to understand just how crucial play is for their children’s development. That’s the consensus experts share in “The American State of Play” report published by The Genius of Play™, a national movement to raise awareness of play’s vital benefits. “The latest research shows that Read More …
WORD FROM WASHINGTON 220 Cities, 140 Million Americans To Lose Amtrak Service Federal Budget Will Kill U.S. Train Network
(NAPSI)—This summer travel season may be the last year with train travel as an option for millions of Americans. The Administration’s proposed 2018 budget wipes out funding for almost all Amtrak trains except on the East and West coasts. More than 220 cities and towns will lose train service completely and 140 million people will Read More …
HINTS FOR HOMEBUYERS Technology Can Give You The Upper Hand On Your Next Home Purchase
(NAPSI)—Technology has revolutionized the homebuying process in some surprising ways. What Tech Can Do Today According to Google Trends, the number of searches for homes for sale has doubled in the past 10 years. Online tools streamline the research process and give buyers the power to explore home price trends, quality of schools and even Read More …
MONEY MATTERS Check Your Dollars: You Could Have A $1 Bill Worth $10,000
(NAPSI)—They get shoved in pockets and run through the laundry. Jammed in and spit out of vending machines. And grasped by many hands as they make their way across the United States. Dollar bills take a beating. In fact, the average life span for a $1 in circulation is only 5.8 years, according to the Read More …
EYE ON HEALTH Don’t Let Cost Be The Reason You Go Blind
(NAPSI)—Why would someone see an eye doctor when they have no symptoms? The truth is, some of the diseases that can rob you of your sight don’t show symptoms until you’ve already lost vision. The good news is that an eye exam by an ophthalmologist—a physician who specialize in medical and surgical eye care—can catch Read More …
POINTERS FOR PARENTS Making Connections: Exploring The Themes Of ‘Splash And Bubbles’ With Preschool Children By Eric Solomon, Director of Arctic Programs at the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre
(NAPSI)—Whether we live in Idaho or India, we are bound together by, and intimately connected to, the ocean. It covers 71 percent of the Earth’s surface and over 90 percent of the habitable space; it is the source of half the oxygen we breathe; it regulates the temperature and creates the climate and weather we Read More …
PLANNING AHEAD Five Steps To Plan For Dealing With Diminished Capacity And Illness
(NAPSI)—Aging can change many things in a person’s life, including the ability to manage one’s own money. That sobering reality is behind the creation of a new resource, “Planning for Diminished Capacity and Illness,” issued by the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). These organizations offer this key Read More …
CAREGIVER’S CORNER How Some Of The Toughest Guys On The Planet Can Get Help Caring For The Ones They Love
(NAPSI)—Taking care of a family member who is aging or ill can be tough—but you don’t have to do it alone. Just ask actor Danny Trejo, who stars in a new PSA (public service advertisements) campaign supporting male caregivers. “I’ve helped care for a friend of mine who had cancer, so I know how hard Read More …