Some things are built to last. Law firms are not frequently among them. Why not? Just consider the last situation when you spent time with your lawyer. You were probably in the midst of a transaction or dispute that you couldn’t handle on your own, and the outcome of which could make a big difference in your life or in your business. Now, consider how you came to have that lawyer as your own. No one seeks a referral by asking, “Is there a lawyer who handles …?” Most likely, the … [Read more...] about AWD Turns 40
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Occupational Therapy: What’s in a name?
You may think “occupational therapy” is related to your job or career. After all, we think of “work” when we hear the word “occupation.” However, occupational therapy far exceeds the realm of your job; it is about learning “skills for the job of living.” Think of your life as your occupation. Consider all the activities you do from the time you wake up until you go to sleep: dressing, grooming, eating, cooking, thinking, planning, organizing, driving, working, going to school, parenting and … [Read more...] about Occupational Therapy: What’s in a name?
Common Legal Tools For Collecting Money You Are Owed
You have sent numerous bills to your client, but have not received payment in return. You have sent letters threatening escalated action with no results. Your phone calls are being ignored. At this point, you can give up and write off the debt, hire a collection agency, hire an attorney or you may wish to file your own lawsuit. To maximize your chances of collection, you will need to obtain a judgment, something a collection agency cannot do without hiring an attorney. Getting a judgment doesn’t … [Read more...] about Common Legal Tools For Collecting Money You Are Owed
See Your Possibilities, Not Your Limitations
For almost two decades, my email signature has ended with "See your possibilities, not your limitations." I borrowed this sentence from a brief moment in a pretty bad movie. I remember nothing else about the film, only that line, but when the actor uttered the words, it was quite an epiphany for me; this is how you should live. Focus on what's possible, and the world opens itself to you. You'll accomplish more, be happier and experience less frustration. Life's ups and downs are revealed for … [Read more...] about See Your Possibilities, Not Your Limitations
Uncovering Pain in Seniors with Dementia
Many studies indicate that although dementia patients experience severe or chronic pain, they regularly receive fewer analgesics than healthy senior adults. This can primarily be attributed to the fact that while a healthy senior can verbalize pain and discomfort, dementia patients, especially those in the late stages, cannot. Pain reporting is dependent on memory and verbal capacity; dementia patients generally have difficulty with both and cannot report when they are experiencing pain. … [Read more...] about Uncovering Pain in Seniors with Dementia
Preparing Your Pets for a Future Without You
If you have a furry friend, you know your pet relies on you for every need. What would your pet do without you? Although pets are legally considered to be property, to those of us who own pets, they’re more like members of the family. And so, just as you make preparations to care for the human members of your family after your passing, you need to think about how to look after your pets as well. Here are some options that can help you ensure your pets are cared for if something happens to … [Read more...] about Preparing Your Pets for a Future Without You
How Sleep Apnea Can Cause Hearing Loss
Sleep apnea is a common disorder that affects about 18 million Americans, according to the National Sleep Foundation. Most of us think of sleep apnea as snoring with periodic gasping or "snorting" noises. Sleep apnea interrupts sleep and can cause excessive daytime fatigue and other symptoms such as generalized inflammation, cardiovascular and endocrine problems. More than half of individuals with sleep apnea are overweight and most snore heavily. Untreated sleep apnea can lead to a variety … [Read more...] about How Sleep Apnea Can Cause Hearing Loss
Focusing on Men’s Health
Over the past few years, the national media has often focused on men’s health. While this serves men well in general, it has at times only increased their confusion on how to optimize their health. Conflicting information abounds on prostate cancer screening and treatment, the risks of testosterone supplementation, and the appropriate treatment for BPH. We are particularly interested in helping men make informed choices on their health. Below is some useful information about prostate health … [Read more...] about Focusing on Men’s Health
Fixing Missing Teeth
Do you hide your smile because you are missing teeth? Is it hard for you to chew food? If you have problems because of missing teeth, see your dentist. Together, you can talk about choices that may help fix your smile. Bridges Bridges are used when one or a few teeth are missing. They replace the missing tooth or teeth with false ones. A permanent or fixed bridge is cemented onto specially prepared teeth on either side of the space. Bridges can now be done at the dental office in a same … [Read more...] about Fixing Missing Teeth
Speak the Language: Remember, It Is the Little Things
For my column this month, I have decided to write about two things that I experienced in the last 30 days. Both have real world lessons for anyone running a company or managing a business or employees. Speak the Language My youngest son, Ross, will be graduating from Northern Arizona University in December and we have wanted to do a trip to Europe together. He is a history guy and has wanted to travel to London and Normandy to see firsthand sites from WWII. So, we went to London and Paris … [Read more...] about Speak the Language: Remember, It Is the Little Things