Welcome to “At Home With Tom and Sandy.” This month, Tom and I thought we would take a road trip. We are going to enter the realm of the YCCA Home Show. Tom: Hey Sandy, are you going nuts yet? Are you working yourself into the annual frenzy that is the annual YCCA Home and Garden Show? Sandy: Busy is what I am normally and is what I love. This time of year, it is such a worthwhile and fulfilling craziness putting together the Annual YCCA Home and Garden Show. Tom: Since the efforts of you … [Read more...] about Preparing for the Annual YCCA Home and Garden Show
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Keeping You and Your Business Healthy
It’s believed that recruiting and keeping the best employees is the biggest challenge for a small business. However, the issue of owner burnout and leader retention is far riskier to a business than employee burnout. When you don’t take care of yourself, your business is at risk of becoming less profitable, or worse. One in two small businesses fail within five years of opening, and research shows that burnout and exhaustion are contributing factors. Personal wellness is becoming a … [Read more...] about Keeping You and Your Business Healthy
Lawyer Discusses Impact of Abortion Ban on Physicians
On April 9, 2024, Arizona’s Supreme Court issued a ruling restoring a law from 1864 that completely bans abortion except in cases when it is necessary to save the mother’s life. This ruling supersedes the 2022 statute approved by the Republican-controlled legislature and signed by a Republican governor, which permits a physician to perform an abortion if the probable gestational age of the fetus is less than 15 weeks. The 2022 statute was passed before the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the … [Read more...] about Lawyer Discusses Impact of Abortion Ban on Physicians
Understanding the Rise in Cash Buyers in the Quad Cities
In recent months, there has been a shift toward all-cash home purchases across the nation. Cash buyers, typically defined as buyers that purchase property outright rather than through financing, have become increasingly common throughout the country. In January of this year, cash buyers were responsible for 32% of all home purchases, according to data from the National Association of REALTORS (NAR). As time goes by, this national trend of buying a home with cash is becoming more apparent in … [Read more...] about Understanding the Rise in Cash Buyers in the Quad Cities
Brain Injury Survivors Finding Support Group at Mountain Valley
Brain injury survivors face innumerable challenges in finding their new “normal” after initial hospitalization. The Brain Injury Support Group at Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital can help. Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation hospital strives to provide transitional and ongoing support for brain injury survivors in our community by offering a once a month, in-person support group. Mountain Valley’s support group is led by Speech Therapist and Therapy Lead Erin Aafedt, M.A. … [Read more...] about Brain Injury Survivors Finding Support Group at Mountain Valley
Preparing for Wildland Fire Season
This time of year, the Prescott area enters wildland fire season as the winter moisture subsides and the weather turns drier and warmer. The fire season for Prescott and all of Northern Arizona generally falls between April 1 and July 1. Weather and other factors can extend or shorten a fire season. Prescott Fire Department, working with partner agencies, is doing more than ever to help our community be prepared and resilient. However, as a community within a wildland-urban interface, we can … [Read more...] about Preparing for Wildland Fire Season
Putting a Spring in Your Step with Friends
Grab a leash and your four-legged best friend and hit some of the many dog friendly trails in Northern Arizona! The weather is getting warmer and it’s the perfect time to be outside and start a new exercise routine together because April is National Canine Fitness Month! Before heading out, make sure your dog has a clean bill of health from your veterinarian to prevent any injuries and avoid any issues that might arise from exercising. Getting proper physical stimulation helps dogs keep … [Read more...] about Putting a Spring in Your Step with Friends
Ear Safety Tips
A large portion of audiology appointments revolve around patient education. Given that ear health is not regularly discussed, it makes sense that patients may have a lot of questions. A common theme among their questions is safety. That is, how can one prevent damage or further loss? Below are a couple of the most common inquires. Ear Cleaning When testing as patient, they often express concern about their ears being full of wax. The truth is most people’s ears are pretty clear. Skin in your … [Read more...] about Ear Safety Tips
Real Estate Sales Surge as Prices Change Across the Quad Cities
The number of homes listed during February in the Quad Cities increased by 13.5% year over year, according to the housing market report released by the Prescott Area Association of REALTORS (PAAR). Last month, a total of 286 homes were listed for sale, compared to 252 in February of the previous year. Across the Quad Cities, the number of new listings increased in each area except Dewey-Humboldt, which experienced a 4.2% decrease in February of this year, compared to last. Prescott Valley had … [Read more...] about Real Estate Sales Surge as Prices Change Across the Quad Cities
What is Respite Care?
Caring for an aging loved one can be a huge full-time responsibility, especially when you have other family, work and personal obligations that command your attention. What happens when you need to run important errands, go to a business meeting at the office, take a vacation, or need a breather? If you are one of 40+ million Americans providing unpaid elder care, you understand the issues and challenges of being a primary caregiver. What is Respite Care? Respite care is short-term or … [Read more...] about What is Respite Care?