Free tax assistance and preparation for taxpayers with low and moderate income of all ages, with special attention to those age 60 and older is available from AARP Tax-Aide from February 1 through April 15. Photo ID is required for the taxpayer(s) present and must bring acceptable proof of Social Security number or ITIN for every […]
(Portland, aka Tree City, USA) –Portland Parks & Recreation, stewards of nearly 1.5 million trees across the Rose City, is taking Arbor Day up a few notches in 2013; all the way up to Arbor Month. Celebrations of Arbor Day are being expanded to last throughout the month of April, including FREE bucket truck rides, […]
While cancer of the prostate is the second-leading cause of cancer deaths in American men, the survey finds that when it comes to prostate cancer, there is a significant and alarming gap between the facts about prostate cancer and what men believe, according to a new national survey, “Mind Over Manhood: The Misconceptions of Prostate […]
The American Academy of Ophthalmology and EyeCare America, a public-service program of the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, urge all Americans to make regular dilated eye exams a part of their health routine during Healthy Vision Month. Observed each year during the month of May, Healthy Vision Month is an annual campaign to […]
SALEM ‒ “Buddha 101,” a six-week course that explores the basic tenets of Buddhism, will be offered Tuesday evenings, beginning April 9 and continuing through May 14. Classes run from 5 to 6:30 p.m., and are held in Woodland Chapel in Salem. The course will be taught by Jerry Braza and based on the mindfulness […]
By Alan Edwards, Social Security Public Affairs Often times, people decide they need to apply for a new Social Security card because they can’t find their old one. As long as you have all of the required information and documentation, it’s not difficult to obtain a replacement Social Security card. But here’s even better news: […]
Senate Budget Committee Chair Patty Murray (D-WA) has proposed a framework for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 budget that – for only the second time in more than 40 years – would enable full funding of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF), America’s premier conservation program. This ‘full funding’ commitment, if maintained through […]
By Alan Edwards, Social Security Public Affairs Many people save time by going online to take care of everyday tasks. For example, they shop online to avoid going to crowded malls or stores. They pay bills and check their account balances online to save a trip to the bank. It’s true of Social Security business, […]
By Andrea Woroch By now you know which foods are healthy and which are not. Fruits and veggies should be snack staples, while Doritos and Red Bull really shouldn’t be part of your daily intake. Though you have a handle on where and what to buy, your new year’s resolution to eat healthier seemingly conflicts […]
My father suffered a terrible fall six months ago and has been home from the rehabilitation center for the last few weeks. It seems like he’s losing his will to stick with his exercise program. What can I do? Cheryl in Nebraska, 66 When someone has undergone a medical or physical challenge, it can be […]
