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Brookdale University Park Offers Daily Physical Activity Programs
Senior Scene The New Year always brings new goals no matter your age. Most goals center around eating healthier or exercising more. However, residents at Brookdale University Park execute this goal on a daily basis, since physical activity is one of the six dimensions of our Optimum Life Model. Studies show exercise and physical activity …
Celebrating 20 Years of Good News: Where Are They Now?
Cover Story The year 2020 is special to Birmingham Christian Family (BCF) magazine because it marks 20 years of sharing Good News with readers like you. 20 years can bring a lot of changes, so keep reading to find where past cover stories are now! You can also read the full length, powerful faith stories …
Celebrate the Family Expo!
Special Feature Here’s a snapshot of just some of the fun, free activities taking place at the Celebrate the Family Expo! Saturday January 11, 2020 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Hoover Met Complex’s Finley Center. 1. A “Herd” of Chick-fil-A Cows will be on hand to greet guests, take pics and share goodies. 2. Meet Mickey …
Living in the Present
Healthy Living Lessons learned from Alcoholics Anonymous can often be applied with advantage by anyone. One such lesson is captured in the common saying, “One day at a time.” Underlying this admonition are two simple realities—we cannot change the past, and we cannot control the future. Also, implied by this slogan is the idea that …
Setting Goals and Boundaries When Your Teenager is Struggling
Parenting Points If your teenager is becoming increasingly irresponsible, you will feel a lot of strong emotions. But, even in the worst of times, there are things you can do to be a positive influence on them. Here are four of the most important is working with them to establish goals and boundaries. 1. Set …
Avoiding Probate with Trusts
Legal Matters Presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning “Hindsight is 20/20” and here’s how to avoid a big “gotcha” with revocable living trusts in estate planning. One family was so grateful their mother had created her revocable trust 18 years ago. As the mother’s health worsened, the daughter named as the co-trustee managed her …
IRA and Retirement Plan Limits for 2020 have Increased
Money Matters Presented by: Vision Financial Group,www.vision-financialgroup.com IRA contribution limits. The maximum amount you can contribute to a traditional IRA or a Roth IRA in 2020 is $6,000 (or 100% of your earned income, if less), unchanged from 2019. The maximum catch-up contribution for those ages 50 or older remains at $1,000. You can contribute …
How to Keep Your Siding in Good Shape this Winter
Our House Brought to you by: Community Partner Hinkle Roofing, www.HinkleRoofing.com With winter now fast approaching, your home and its components should be ready for what the season will bring. The temperature drop can do a number on your roof, replacement windows, and siding. However, they can better withstand the weather if they are well-maintained. …
