Give and Receive The Joy of Donating
- Balanced Family
- July 21, 2015
Most people probably have heard the old saying, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” Charitable donations are necessary for many people to survive and thrive, such as: the homeless, disabled veterans, military families and other people in need. Over 70% of the U.S. population donates to charity at least once a year. In 2012, […]
Read More5 Tips for Getting a Better Night’s Sleep
- Balanced Family
- July 20, 2015
Everyone has a sleepless night once in a while. But if you’re constantly struggling to fall asleep, tossing and turning, or waking up in pain, you need to address that as a serious health concern; your body needs sleep to function well, and the effects of chronic poor sleep can make their way into almost […]
Read MoreNeed Some Room in Your Closet?
- Balanced Family
- July 20, 2015
Charitable clothing donations are needed by many, yet as many as 12 and 13 million tons of clothes are thrown away in the United States each year. This needs to change. Clothes and other textile products can easily be recycled or reused through charity donations. How Much is Wasted? In the U.S., the average person […]
Read MoreThree Kinds of Donations All Military Charities Could Use
- Balanced Family
- June 30, 2015
It doesn’t have to be the “most wonderful time of year” in order for you to show your appreciation and support for military families, troops, and veterans. While it’s common for organizations that help military families and their spouses to receive the bulk of their charitable donations during the winter holiday season, now is just […]
Read MoreCharitable Clothing Donations: What You Need to Know
- Balanced Family
- June 29, 2015
Homelessness in the United States is nothing to scoff at. According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, there are over 600,000 homeless men, women, and children on any given night in the country. Many of them lack basic necessities like food, transportation, and medical care and, unfortunately, many of them do not […]
Read MoreCommon Myths About Assisted Living Facilities Debunked
- Balanced Family
- June 15, 2015
When you have a loved one who needs to find an assisted living facility, it’s important to find just the right one. Even if you don’t know all about senior care, you can look into assisted living facilities in the area and take a look at how each operates. It’s important that the assisted living […]
Read More3 Ways To Optimize An Adjustable Bed
- Balanced Family
- June 15, 2015
Father’s Day is around the corner, and if your dad is anything like mine, he probably suffers from one or all of the ailments listed in the following typical disclaimer put out by a popular adjustable bed company: “Craftmatic® Adjustable Beds equipped with optional heat and massage also may provide temporary relief from: • Low […]
Read MoreFrom Guest Lists to Wedding Tent Rentals, Here Are 5 Steps for Planning a Backyard Wedding
- Balanced Family
- June 15, 2015
The average cost of a wedding reception in the United States is around $13,000. When adding in the cost of a wedding, especially if it was a destination wedding, that number can go way up. As a result, many couples are looking for ways to express their commitment to one another without going broke in […]
Read More7 Ways You Can Make Your Move Into a New Home Less Painful
- Balanced Family
- June 15, 2015
There are plenty of good reasons to move. You might want to be in a safe neighborhood for your kids’ sake, you might be wanting a more vibrant community, you might be looking for more relaxation in retirement — you might even be buying a second home such as a cabin or lake property. But […]
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