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Baby It's HOT Outside
In case you haven't been outside in the last week, it has been HOT. We are talking temps just shy of 100 degrees Fahrenheit without the heat index! Extreme temperatures not only feel unbearable but they can also be deadly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hundreds of people die each year from extreme heat-more than hurricanes, tornadoes, floods and earthquakes combined! The elderly are particularly susceptible to heat related health complications. Visit our blog for tips on preventing and identifying the signs of heat stroke.
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Now that you are several months into gardening season, it may be time to fertilize some of your plants depending on what type of soil and fertilizer you used when you planted. Make sure your tomato plants are firmly staked as they grow and get heavier. Depending on rainfall, you may need to increase your watering frequency as the days get warmer. It's never too late to start growing herbs, plant some today and use them to season your food instead of using salt! Mulching flower beds can preserve moisture and combat weeds.
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Dates to Remember
July 4th: Independence Day
We've moved again!
Our new address is:
2040 eWall Street
Mt. Pleasant, S.C. 29464
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Supreme Court Issues Favorable Ruling for Affordable Care Act
According to the AARP, there has been a significant drop in the number of uninsured older Americans ages 50-64 since the Affordable Care Act first passed. The court ruling on June 25, 2015 allowing for the continuation of federal government tax subsidies for health care coverage under the ACA ensures millions of Americans that otherwise couldn't qualify for affordable coverage have options for coverage. Among other things, many seniors benefit from lower prescription drug costs on drugs in the donut hole and greater access to free preventative services. For more information on the Affordable Care Act, visit Healthcare.gov.
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Hurricane Season is Here!
Although it's been a quiet start to the hurricane season, which started June 1st and runs through Nov 30, now is the time to make sure you will be ready if a storm hits your area. Review your insurance policies and confirm they are up-to-date and have the coverage limits you need. Look over the
CDC's emergency preparedness information toolkits and come up with a plan for evacuation should it become necessary. Consider what window coverings you may want to use during a storm and other steps you will need to take to secure your home. Now is a good time to replenish your emergency supply kit and make sure it has enough food, water and other supplies to last you and your family 3-5 days. If you are using one from a previous year, make sure you check the expiration dates on your non-perishable foods. Think about how you can help your elderly loved ones and neighbors prepare!
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Things To Do Around Town
Three days of friendly fishing competition, as well as plenty of fun! Charleston's MegaDock at the City Marina is the perfect location to check out the day's catches after a long day on the water. Proceeds from the tournament benefit local and national water-related charities!
Make the short drive to beautiful Beaufort for the 60th Annual Beaufort Water Festival. This 10 day festival has a little of everything--nightly entertainment, live music including country singer Neal McCoy as the headliner, an Arts & Crafts Market, water sports competitions and much more.
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Home Care Plus is Hiring!
Are you or someone you know interested in joining the Home Care Plus team as a caregiver? If you are compassionate, dependable, and have a current CNA certificate from an approved program in South Carolina, we are looking for you! Visit our
website
for a complete job description. Make a difference in someone's life today--become a caregiver!
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Must See Documentary!
The Sundance Audience Award-winning film,
Alive Inside
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is a must-see for anyone whose life has been touched by Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. This documentary shows the powerful connection people feel to music and its healing abilities for those suffering memory loss.
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