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5 ways to get the best from assisted living

If you have decided that it is time to move into an assisted living facility, you may be a little nervous. This is only natural as it is a big move, and you don’t always know what to expect. Here are five ways to get the best from assisted living.

Think Positively

Moving to an assisted living facility may mean that you are getting older, but it is not all doom and gloom. Instead of feeling down about your move, think about the positive side instead. You won’t need to worry about cleaning or home maintenance anymore, you can make …

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How to bring up your sobriety on a first date

In the aftermath of a drug or alcohol addiction, people often lose a sense of who they are. After making many personal, social, and environmental changes, they may not recognize themselves in the mirror. This makes dating during the first few months of recovery difficult. How can a person talk about themselves during a first date if they aren’t even sure who they are?

Sobriety itself can also be an unfortunate barrier sitting between a person in recovery and a potential partner who hasn’t had previous issues with drugs or alcohol. That’s why dating during recovery requires finesse – it’s …

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11 things you can do to help the planet

If you want to do your bit for the environment but don’t know where to start, this article might be what you need. Even the smallest of changes can make a positive impact, so we’ve put together a list of 11 things that you can do to help the planet.

Switch things off when not in use

Although leaving your appliances and electrical items on throughout the day will individually only use a minimal amount of electricity, it all adds up. Instead, switch them off when you are not using them. The same thing applies with lighting – if it’s …

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