Teens cost a small fortune and that’s just when it comes to feeding them! Clothes are a whole different matter and making sure that your young adults are well-dressed and well-nourished can make a serious dent in the family finances. Thankfully, clothes are a bit more flexible and reusable than food and they can also be passed on down the line and altered, which makes it a bit easier to keep up ...
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Valentine’s Day crafts: Fun Ideas for Kids to make on Valentine’s
I have two left hands when it comes to crafts, so I've asked Craft Queen Maggy Woodley of Red Ted Art fame to come to my rescue and share ten amazing Valentine's Day crafts with you. They're not only super cute but also great activities to make with your kids on these grey and miserable January days. But enough from me, you're all here for the expert, right? Cute Valentine's Day crafts with Red ...
Make the elderly feel less lonely – not just at Christmas
Christmas is usually the time when the media starts to focus on those who are lonely and don't have anyone to spend the holidays with. But people don't just feel lonely at Christmas. According to Age UK, 1.2 million elderly people in the UK are chronically lonely and a whopping 1.7 million elderly people can go as long as a month without seeing a friend. The reasons for their loneliness can range ...
Buy the property you want: How to save for your down payment
Looking to make your next real estate investment? If you don’t own a house yet, you’re missing out. Being a homeowner means you get a sense of security and belongingness that cannot be found anywhere else. It is a valuable investment made for the future and is a smart way to build wealth. If you own a house, you will be more community-oriented, save tax and also provide stability to your family. ...
Live-in or residential care: which is the best option?
Coming to the conclusion that yourself or a loved one is in need of full-time care is a journey in itself. Once that journey is complete, however, you face another one. Which type of care best suits your needs? There are many specific types of care, but two of your main options for full-time care are going to be live-in care or residential care. What are the differences between the two? ...
Vegan makeup gift ideas for Christmas
While it was once vegetarians that had the reputation of being difficult at dinner parties or notoriously hard to buy for, it is now vegans who have taken that role - at least that's what people seem to think. But if you look into veganism a little closer, you'll find out that it's not that difficult to accommodate a vegan friend or family member and find a Christmas or birthday present they will ...