What is Giving Tuesday?

What is Giving Tuesday?

Giving Tuesday is a global giving movement that was first launched in 2012 through the power of social media. Through this movement, people support their local communities along with national efforts with donations of money and time or simply by raising a voice to...
Organizing Important Documents

Organizing Important Documents

By: Mary Shepherd, Partner Family Coordinator and Kim Kerr, Family Services Manager There are many reasons you, or a loved one, may need to be able to get your hands on important documents.  You may become incapacitated due to an accident or illness, you may have had...
If A Natural Disaster Hit…

If A Natural Disaster Hit…

By: Mary Shepherd, Partner Family Coordinator Several weeks ago Summit County experienced excessive rain and nearby areas were flooded. In mid-August, Summit County experienced high winds which uprooted trees and caused home damage and electric outages. Summit County...
3 Back to School Saving Tips

3 Back to School Saving Tips

Create a Budget Make a plan before you start shopping. You can easily start buying, get carried away and spend more than expected. Don’t let the colorful back to school displays distract you from the items you really need instead of the items that are impulsive...
Home Inventory

Home Inventory

By: Mary Shepherd, Partner Family Coordinator If someone asked you to list all the contents of your home, could you do it?  Even if you could list everything, would you be able to provide detailed information – purchase date, cost, model, serial number?  Those who...