Daily Archives : October 31, 2017

Landlady Providing Second Chances

Linda Dean believes in second chances. She operates Kera’s House—a home environment for ex-offenders transitioning back into the community after incarceration. Her mainstreaming efforts include advocating for and educating each tenant to rebuild them into productive and contributing members of…

Why Women Over 50 Should Join Nonprofit Boards

Serving on the board of a nonprofit is a wonderful, enriching experience, especially for women who are in their 50s (like me) or older. Aside from the joy of working for the public good, it can broaden your resumé and…

Protecting Your Trademarks in Social Media

Use of social media has exploded in recent years. With people spending ever more time online, and fewer “captive audiences” tied to network television, companies increasingly turn to social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, to promote their…

Appropriate Communication, Sensory Stimulation Aid Patients with Dementia

November is both National Caregiver’s Month and National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month—an appropriate juxtaposition. As Americans live longer, more of them become prone to Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia, which tend to increase with aging. Whether they’re cared for at…

A Great Way to Escape, Indulge, and Explore

Get your phones out now, ladies, and mark your calendar for the Cumberland County women’s expo on Nov. 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Carlisle Expo Center. Then log onto to www.aGreatWayToSpendMyDay.com and register to get in…