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Financial Resources for Widows and Widowers

This article is helpful because it addresses the complex financial challenges widows and widowers face, providing a thorough guide on managing income changes, debt, and taxes. It offers actionable advice on navigating Social Security benefits and introduces assistance programs that can provide much-needed support during this difficult time. Furthermore, the article equips widows with practical steps to organize their finances and access community and federal resources, aiding in the rebuilding …

Qualifying Surviving Spouse Tax Filing Status

This recommend this article because it will help you navigate whether or not you are “qualifying surviving spouse” when you file your taxes after the loss of your spouse.

10 Home Cleaning Tips for Single Moms

We’d recommend this article because it provides realistic and manageable cleaning strategies tailored specifically for single moms who are balancing multiple responsibilities. It offers smart tips on integrating children into cleaning routines, which not only helps lighten the load but also fosters independence and confidence in young ones. Additionally, the use of technology and creative suggestions for making cleaning enjoyable could significantly streamline household management and reduce stress.

Single Moms: What You Need to Know About Your Home

We’d recommend this article because it’s an invaluable resource for keeping your home running smoothly with a well-organized, seasonal maintenance checklist. It highlights the importance of regular upkeep to avoid expensive repairs and ensure everything functions efficiently. Plus, it offers practical advice on when to DIY and when to call in the professionals, making it easier to plan your home care routine responsibly.

The Ultimate Home Maintenance Checklist for Every Season

Home Energy Rebates

The Home Energy Rebates program, funded by the Inflation Reduction Act, helps households save on energy bills and cut carbon emissions. Managed by Minnesota’s Department of Commerce, it offers rebates for energy-saving upgrades like insulation and efficient appliances, focusing on low- and moderate-income families. Eligibility and rebate amounts depend on income, with the program expected to start in late 2024 or early 2025 after DOE approval. Meanwhile, people can explore …

How To Help Kids with Anxiety (6 Ways) / Calm Caterpillar

Anxiety is experienced by all humans. Every person, child, and adult, is going to feel anxious at some point, says Eli R. Lebowitz, PhD, director of the Program for Anxiety Disorders at the Child Study Center, Yale School of Medicine. Anxiety is a normal emotion that has a dual purpose. “It prevents us from doing something dangerous and can motivate us as well.” So how do we keep it from …

Finding Power in Doing the “Next Right Thing”. A reminder that we can do anything.

Nearly two-thirds of Americans say their lives have been permanently changed by the pandemic, making decisions almost impossible. The uncertainty people feel because of this can lead to stress, and the more uncertain people are, the more they struggle to gain control. This article speaks to uncertainty and how doing the “next and most necessary thing,” will allow us to always feel we are doing something meaningful.

Grief Groceries

Supporting a widow during the time of grief can be as simple as a text, call, or helping to the lighten their load in some way. Hugh’s Blog post shares thoughtful ways to offer support during those early months of grief.

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