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How to Become a Big Brother or Big Sister to a Child

Pier55 — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 01:58:31 +0000

The Big Brother or Big Sister Program has changed lives for the better for decades. You can get involved in this rewarding program and contribute to the life of a young boy or girl in a just a few hours each week.

Extending the Olive Branch

Pier55 — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:15:08 +0000

The process of extending the olive branch is one that can be emotionally charged. The idea is to extend forgiveness to someone in your life or to ask them for forgiveness. Being the one to initiate the process can break you from the emotional chains that have been in place for a while. Too often …

How to Understand Troubled Teens

Pier55 — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:05:06 +0000

Is it possible for us to understand troubled teens? We know that as adults we find it helpful to talk about our problems and emotions. This is because most of us have learned to talk about our feelings no matter how complex they might be. We are also more accepting of the grey areas of life due to our wider range of experiences.

How to Find Good Care for the Elderly

Pier55 — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:02:42 +0000

When our elderly parents, grandparents or other relatives become unable to take care of themselves in their usual self-sufficient way, it may be time to start thinking of a care facility or nursing home for them.