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How to... choose the right hearing aid Five tips to guide you with finding the right hearing aid 1. Don’t go it alone Bring along a friend or relative.

“One of the most impor-tant steps you can take is to bring a spouse, family member or friend to the examination,” says Juliette Sterkens, an audiologist in Oshkosh, Wis. “Two people hear and remember more.”

2. Interview a provider “The number one thing to remember is that the value you get out of your hearing aid is based on the skills and abilities of the hearing health professional,” says Sergei Kochkin of the Better Hearing Institute. Audiologists and hearing instrument specialists are both licensed to sell hearing aids, but audiologists hold a master’s or doctoral degree in audiology.

Get referrals from health care professionals. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the American Academy of Audiology offer information on how to find a hearing professional.

3. Know before you go “Most people have had trouble with their hearing for years,” says Barry Freeman, an audiologist and chairman of the board of the National Council for Better Hearing.

Yet they wait an average of five to seven years before buying a hearing aid. The worse the hearing loss, the harder it is for your brain to adjust, so it’s important to act as soon as you think you may have hearing loss. When new patients come to him, Freeman quizzes them: “What do you want the hearing aid to do for you? Do you just want to be able to hear the television? Or do you hope to hear the sermon in church?” Knowing your priorities will help the professional determine what style and technology are best for you.

4. Have your hearing tested During your visit, you should be given a hearing test in a soundproof booth. It will tell the audiologist or hearing specialist what type of hearing loss you have so a hearing aid can be programmed specifically for you. Not all devices will fit every person or every degree of hearing loss. And “these are custom-made devices,” says Linda Remensnyder, an audiologist near Chicago. “It’s not prudent to buy online or from a big-box retail store.”

5. Try before you buy Ask for a demonstration of the hearing aids recommended for you. An audiologist may be able to put a disposable plug on the tip of a behind-the-ear hearing aid and program the device to your hearing loss so you can experience how it works. “This is way too important and costly a decision to make in a hurry.” by: Cathie Gandel | from: AARP Bulletin | May 1, 2011 Top experts in the field give advice on how to shop for and choose a hearing aid.

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How to... choose a financial advisor Finding the right financial advisor for your situation is essential for your financial health Think of it this way: Choosing a financial advisor who’s right for your specific financial situation is similar to choosing the right nutrition program for your specific body type.

Things to keep in mind Since not every diet program is suited for your specific health and wellness needs, not every financial advisor is suited for your financial wellness needs. You want to be able to rely on your financial advisor’s advice when it comes to trimming your expenditures and what to do to save for retirement the same way you rely on your doctor for keeping your body trim and fit.

Be sure to do your homework before starting a relationship with a financial advisor.

Before making a choice, perform a background check on the financial advisors on your list and review their credentials.

Your financial advisor must have the necessary training from an accredited institution and the prescribed certification for your state in order to be a true financial advisor.

Ask yourself the following questions: •How many years of experience does the advisor have?

•Have any complaints been filed against the financial advisor?

•What awards, if any, has the financial advisor received?

•Can the financial advisor provide concrete proof of a satisfied clientele?

Answers to these questions are key when searching for a financial advisor who will meet your specific needs.

Areas of expertise There’s a complete buffet of financial products that can contribute to your financial well-being. Everything from bonds to mutual funds and commodities to stocks are common investing tools. However, depending upon your appetite for risk, some investment vehicles are better for your portfolio than others. You want to find a financial advisor who’s an expert in customizing a financial plan for your benefit, not for your detriment.

Consider the specific segment of the market in which you want to invest your money. Look for a financial advisor specializing in that particular investment type. For example, you might want to invest in the commodities market. If

your potential financial advisor has little experience in the commodities market, consider a different choice on your candidate list.

Rate of success Take a look at the rate of success each potential candidate has. Has the rate of return of his recommendations outpaced the average market rate of return over the last year, five years, or ten years? One indicator of a solid rate of return is how well a financial advisor conducts research to strengthen his clients’ portfolios.

Here’s where experience plays an important role. This is especially important in tough economic times. How well has your financial advisor-candidate weathered past economic recessions for his clients? Do his clients continue to thrive in a bleak financial environment? On the other hand, have his clients experienced multiple hits to their portfolios?

That’s why an advisor’s success is well worth your consideration.

Fees or commissions?

Ask your financial advisor about her compensation. Is she fee-based or commission-based? That will make a difference in your final selection. After all it’s your money you’re investing, not your financial advisor’s money.

A commission-based advisor is more apt to suggest financial products that favor her compensation. Such a situation could needlessly increase your exposure to market risk. Only go with a commission-based advisor if she has a proven track record of success and has your best interest in mind.

If you feel the need to guarantee that your best interest will be served, go with a fee-based advisor. A fee-based advisor is compensated only for the time spent on servicing your portfolio.

Interview Finally, make arrangements to meet the top candidates on your financial advisor list. Get a feel for how the financial advisor will treat you as his or her client. Will he act condescending toward you and your ideas? Will she have the heart of a teacher when addressing your concerns? A good way to do that is to ask direct questions regarding experience, services and financial products offered, and the fee schedule.

How your financial advisor-candidate answers your questions will give you a solid idea of which one is right for you.

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HOW TO... choose an air duct cleaning company In today’s well-sealed homes, when particles, pollution, chemicals and mold spores get in, they have trouble getting out Be sure to keep your heating, and ventilations system clean and well maintained so your indoor air isn’t worse than the air outside.

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Pricing Has this company provided you a competitive price?

Beware of the $99 whole house special sales gimmick.

Check with other neighbors, or co-workers.

Is this a side line service for them?

Beware of low duct cleaning pricing if their real business is selling equipment & furnace parts? Make sure you have a bid from another heating dealer before letting your-self fall into this sales gimmick. Have a complete list of all major components of your hvac system you want cleaned before the cleaning begins.

Safety Job safety should be a top priority this means they employ the ‘best practices’ for safety at all job sites.

Ask the company for their safety ratings? Do they use environmentally friendly, non-toxic, air purification products?

Quality control Ask what are their qc policies? Customer survey’s on every residential jobsites? Visually inspection larger projects? To assure quality control, larger projects need completed reports for the facility or project manager.

Experience How many years has the company been in business?

You don’t want a fly by night business touching your expensive hvac equipment. Ask for their proof of licensing and bonding and liability insurance. Do they have contractor/public works licensing? Do they have local references? Ask neighbors, or co-workers about them.

Qualifications Is the company certified by the national air duct cleaning association (nadca) which has strict standards relating to training, equipment, cleaning procedures and ethical behavior. Do they have experienced technicians that have earned the prestigious ascs (air systems cleaning specialist) designation, as well as cvi (certified ventilation inspector) vsmr (ventilation system mold remediator) duct cleaning certification? Are they a member of the better business bureau? If so what is their rating? What is their dun bradstreet rating?

Get your money’s worth, check references, how long has the company been in business? Ask for proof of licensing/insurance!

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How to... choose a credit union What is the credit union difference?

Not-for-profit Credit unions are not-for-profit financial cooperatives.

We exist to serve our members, not to make a profit.

Unlike most other financial institutions, credit unions do not issue stock or pay dividends to outside stockholders.

Instead, earnings are returned to our members in the form of lower loan rates, higher interest on deposits, and lower fees.

Taxation Credit unions do pay taxes - payroll taxes, sales taxes, and property taxes. Congress exempts credit unions from federal income taxes. The exemption was established in 1937, affirmed by statute in 1951, and re-affirmed in 1998 in H.R. 1151, the Credit Union Membership Access Act, which states: Credit unions, unlike many other participants in the financial services market, are exempt from Federal and most State taxes because credit unions are member-owned, democratically operated, not-for- profit organizations generally managed by volunteer boards of directors and because they have the specified mission of meeting the credit and savings needs of consumers, especially persons of modest means.”

Ownership Credit unions are economic democracy. Each credit union member has equal ownership and one vote -regardless of how much money a member has on deposit.

At a credit union, every customer is both a member and an owner.

Volunteer Boards Each credit union is governed by a board of directors, elected by and from the credit union’s membership. Board members serve voluntarily.

Membership Eligibility By current federal statute, credit unions cannot serve the general public. People qualify for a credit union membership through their employer, organizational affiliations like churches or social groups, or a communitychartered credit union.

Financial Education for Members Credit unions assist members to become better-

educated consumers of financial services. Additionally, CUNA is partnering with the National Endowment for Financial Education, a not-for-profit foundation, to expand financial education among high school students. A national study shows that just ten hours of personal finance education can positively affect students’ spending and savings habits for a lifetime.

Social Purpose: People Helping People. Credit unions exist to help people, not make a profit. Our goal is to serve all of our members well, including those of modest means - every member counts. Our members are fiercely loyal for this reason. They know their credit union will be there for them in bad times, as well as good. The same people-first philosophy causes credit unions and our employees to get involved in community charitable activities and worthwhile causes - just ask us.

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How to... maximizing your tires’ life How to get 60,000 miles out of your 60,000-mile tires What can drivers do to ensure that tires actually perform for the full 40,000 to 60,000 miles advertised? Rik L. Warden, manager of Les Schwab Tire Center’s Main Street location in Lewiston, explains there are four keys to tire life: proper air pressure, tire rotation, correct alignment and a trustworthy warranty.

“Besides excellent maintenance, you’ll also want a warranty from a business that stands behind its product and educates its customers,” Warden says. “If you take good care of your tires to get maximum life and best performance, then you need a business that will be there for the life of your purchase.”

To get the most from your tires – and to improve your driving safety – Warden advises drivers to do the following on a regular basis:

Get a monthly air pressure check.

If tires are underinflated, the load of the vehicle is transferred to the outer edge of the tire and will cause premature wear on the outside of the tire. (Underinflation also causes poor fuel economy and can lead to tire failure, like blowouts.) If tires are overinflated, the load of the vehicle is carried on the center of the tire and you’ll see premature wear on the tire’s center treads, along with diminished traction.

Tires naturally lose about a pound of air a month; temperature change also causes loss of pressure. Just 5 pounds of pressure loss causes tire wear. Be sure to set tire pressure to the vehicle, not the tire; a placard on the doorjamb will tell you correct settings. And unless your tire is absolutely flat, it’s extremely difficult to judge if a tire is over- or underinflated.

“A tire can be 10 pounds low and look totally fine, and that difference will cause uneven wear,” Warden says.

Rotate tires every 3,000 to 5,000 miles – or each time you change the oil.

Tires wear differently on the front and rear axles of your vehicle. Tires on the front axle tend to wear on the outer edges or shoulder, due to steering and the transfer of load from side to side while driving. Tires on the rear tend to wear in the center, because they trail along and because the rear of most

front-wheel drive vehicles is lighter.

“When we rotate tires, they get a break from constant center and shoulder wear, so they wear evenly and you get the maximum mileage out of them,” Warden says.

Get the recommend twice-a-year alignment checks.

If your vehicle’s suspension is misaligned, your tires are not pointed straight. This misalignment creates uneven pressure on the tread face, leading to uneven wear patterns that accelerate tread wear. Once that pattern is created, it can’t be corrected, even if you get the vehicle aligned.

“Even minimal misalignment affects overall life of the tire,” Warden says. “The cost of realignment is well worth getting more mileage out of your investment in tires.”

Make sure your tires have a warranty.

To get maximum mileage from your tires, buy them from a company that includes many of the services you need as part of the purchase price. Les Schwab’s “Best Tire Value Promise” comes with free Peace of Mind Protection and Lifetime Tire and Mileage Care: Air checks, visual brake and alignment checks, rotations and tire rebalancing are all free. And if you damage your tires beyond repair, Les Schwab will replace the remaining value for the life of the tire. This warranty is good at any of Les Schwab’s 450 locations.

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How to... choose a funeral home & crematory Make the grieving process a little easier In the past, most people chose a funeral home for the following reasons: they had a relationship with the funeral home before, the perceived religious affiliation of a funeral home, the location of the funeral home or upon the recommendation of a friend.

Most local, independent funeral homes rely upon their reputation for success. They have been operated by the same family from generation to generation and have been successful because they have built a business based on trust. With various mergers and acquisitions occurring in our industry, it is important that you choose a family owned funeral home where the family cares about your needs.

Every funeral home should be capable of addressing each family’s religious needs and provide a service that is meaningful to each family. Some funeral homes are better than others in going the extra mile to provide a personalized tribute to a life that was lived.

Some people choose a funeral home based on their location, however the most convenient location may not be the best suited for your needs or a good value. You should make your decision based on whether their facilities are up to date, whether they offer a variety of options based upon your budget and whether they are willing to offer a personalized tribute to the life of the person. There should be plenty of parking and the building should be handicapped accessible. You can often get a feel for a particular funeral home by accessing their website.

The website should provide a description of the funeral home as well information about the variety of services they offer.

Many of your questions will be answered directly on the website or you can contact the funeral home by email for more specific requests.

You should not choose a funeral home based on price alone. All funeral homes are mandated by law to give you a General Price List before you begin to talk about any type of arrangements you will make. Therefore you can select the services that are right for your family and your budget. A good funeral home will take into consideration your family and circumstances and offer recommendations. Choosing a funeral home on price alone may shortchange you on the personalized care and service you need to receive.

The Funeral Staff While a funeral home can be truly beautiful, it is the willingness of the funeral staff to insure that the funeral of your loved one be meaningful to you. The funeral staff should be

attentive and provide compassion and support since you will be with them for a few intense days. You should always get the feeling that they will take care of your loved one just as you took care of them in life.

You should also be able to relate to the funeral director who will handle the arrangements and be able to speak frankly about what you want. No request by you should go unfulfilled. You should also ask whether the funeral home offers concierge services, i.e. assisting with ordering flowers, arranging accommodations for out of state relatives, reserving a restaurant or catering facility for a family reception, or helping with any other need that may arise.

Support Services While most funeral homes can provide any type of funeral service, the good funeral homes are concerned about what happens after the funeral is over when the family member finds himself/herself all alone. The funeral home should be able to provide support information so that a grieving family member can begin the grieving process. In addition, the funeral home should be able to recommend specific support organizations where people can go to learn about coping with their loss whether it is with a private therapist who specializes in grief issues or with a support group.

Preplanning When someone dies there are over 97 decisions that need to be made about planning a funeral. Oftentimes, you need to address these important issues in a very short period of time.

You can avoid many of these hasty decisions by preplanning the funeral services.

Preplanning allows you to complete the vital statistic portion of a funeral; you can talk about the type of services; the people you might like to have involved; begin to write an obituary; and organize your legal and financial documents. So many things can be done ahead of time to make it easier for families at the time of need.

In conclusion, after you have met with a funeral director to ascertain what you think might be important to you, then you can determine whether that funeral home would be able to deliver on your requests.

A funeral home should be a center where you receive help and support to make sure that the funeral experience is soft, soothing and a tribute to the person that you just lost from the time of their death to your road to recovery. There is a difference in funeral homes. Make sure that you compare.

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How to... choose a home health care provider An option for seniors to remain at home

Most seniors and their families will one day have to face an inevitable and difficult question as time goes by and health conditions become more of a problem: Is it possible to remain living independently, or will a move into some form of senior facility be necessary?

Moving into a nursing home is an option that might most appeal to seniors with mobility problems. A senior who has difficulty in the completion of everyday tasks is not restricted to a nursing home, however.

While the staff of such residences see to all of their residents’ needs, the attention can be clinical and impersonal, making the transition from the freedom of home even more difficult. The convenience of having everything done for the senior has the downside of becoming just another face in a crowd of patients. Another disadvantage is the lack of personal time and privacy.

Assisted living facilities offer another option for those who find the performance of everyday activities, including bathing and meal preparation, difficult because of mobility restrictions or other health issues.

This growing trend in senior living provides extended help in such tasks while still allowing a measure of independence and personal space. Despite these advantages, however, an on-site assisted living residence still lacks the comforts and familiarity of home.

A better option now exists to help seniors whose difficulties with daily household chores would otherwise make a move necessary. Use of an adult care service can give a senior the best of both worlds.

Adult care services provide people who come to a senior’s home and carry out such tasks as basic chores and laundry, as well as giving medical reminders and running errands like grocery shopping. The variety of services they provide let elderly people remain in their own homes, enjoying the dignity and freedom of staying at home while receiving the help they need in the basic necessities of life.

From meal preparation to assistance in dressing, adult care services find no task too large or insignificant. The main reason for the popularity of in-home adult care, however, is that it allows a senior to wake up in a familiar bed and go through life in the place that has been home.

The clinical impersonality of nursing homes and other on-site living facilities is a difficult adjustment for many people to face.

Aging has enough difficulties, with its host of health worries and

physical difficulties, without undergoing such a radical change in lifestyle.

The simple fact of being in familiar rooms surrounded by personal belongings can help ward off depression and offer a soothing sense of comfort for a senior trying to come to terms with health issues.

Anyone with a parent or other elderly loved one who could benefit from such care should consider looking into local adult care services. Odds are that such a search will find a thriving business whose success relies on providing full service that caters to the patron’s specific needs.

Another benefit, apart from the assistance in daily tasks, is that adult care services offer a feeling of friendship and companionship that might otherwise be unavailable. A senior with a person coming into the home to do chores has the comfort of knowing there will be regular contact with someone who can be relied on.

The first step for the family members of a senior, of course, is to consult with the senior who would be living in whatever conditions are decided upon.

The answer to the question of staying in a home versus living in a facility is a difficult one. However, the options available should make it easier for any senior to enjoy the comforts of home as long as possible.

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How to... choose vinyl windows & renovate correctly Things to consider while renovating

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The energy-efficiency rating of the window is referred to by its U-factor and 80 percent of the U-factor rating comes from the performance of the glass. The lower the Ufactor, the more energyefficient the glass and the more comfortable you will be in your home. Dual-pane glass filled with argon gas and coated with multiple microscopic layers of metals and non-metals (a Low-E coating) perform the best. Some brands of Low-E glass reflect infrared heat waves back to their source. This means that in winter, heat from your home reflects back inside, and during the summer, outside heat is reflected away from your home. Even basic Low-E glass lowers your heating and cooling costs by 30 percent compared to plain dual-pane glass. The home featuring Milgard vinyl windows and SunCoat Low-E glass showed a 27% savings in summer cooling costs compared to the home with ordinary clear glass. The average summer afternoon demand for air conditioning in the SunCoat house was 30% lower due to reduced solar heat gain. SunCoat also produced significant savings on winter heating bills.

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Federal law requires that individuals receive certain information before renovating six square feet or more of painted surfaces in a room for interior projects or more than twenty square feet of painted surfaces for exterior projects in housing, child care facilities and schools built before 1978. Homeowners and tenants: renovators must give you the, Renovate Right Pamphlet, before starting work.

Child care facilities, including preschools & kindergarten classrooms, and the families of children under the age of six that attend those facilities: renovators must provide a copy of the Renovate Right Pamphlet to child-care facilities and general renovation information to families whose children attend those facilities. Also, since April 2010, federal law has required contractors that disturb leadbased paint in homes, child care facilities and schools, built before 1978 to be certified and follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination. Therefore be sure to ask to see your contractor’s certification.

Why vinyl is the king of window materials Vinyl has replaced wood as the number one material used in the windows of new homes and is already the leader in replacement of old or outdated windows. All major window manufactures now offer a vinyl window because of its many advantages. It is warm to the touch; vinyl windows can be made in almost any shape. Unlike wood, however, vinyl windows require no painting or re-glazing. Most importantly, today’s vinyl windows are four times more energy-efficient than the state-of-the-art windows installed in new homes just a few years ago.

How can I compare energy performance?

There are many grades of vinyl windows, but it is easy to separate the good from the average. Companies producing the highest-quality windows are part of the ENERGY STAR® program, operated by the U.S. Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency.

These windows are commonly 40 percent more energy=-efficient than building codes require and their performance is certified by the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC). Reading the NFRC label allows you to compare the performance between brands of windows because it rates the efficiency of the entire window unit.

Are all vinyl windows the same?

Advancements in vinyl extrusions allow the best manufacturers to offer structural rigidity without the need for any additional reinforcements. Windows made of lower quality vinyl are reinforced with steel or wood in a attempt to provide strength. The wood is often too thin to provide real rigidity or is exposed to the elements, absorbing moisture and rotting over time. While steel offers strength, it can reduce the energy efficiency of the window by conducting heat and cold. If you have any question about the architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) label on the product. A gold label means that the product passed strict tests for load strength and air or water infiltration.

Warranty reflects the confidence of the seller Warranties are only as good as the product covered and the company that stands behind them. Window warranties should not be prorated and should cover seal failure, parts, labor and installation for as long as you own your home. Replacement windows are a job you should only have to do once.

Know the company you keep Over 20 percent of window companies in this year’s Yellow Pages will be gone or will change their name in the next year’s book. The most important decision you will make might not be the windows you buy but the company from whom you buy them. The company should be able to provide you with proof of licensing, EPA lead certification, proof liability insurance and be in business for over 10 years.

(Companies in business more than 10 years are usually the ones that last.)

How-to tips • Look for a company that custom manufactures, installs and guarantees their product. This way you get the best fi tting window and you only have one number to call for any needs with the product.

• Look for 3rd party certifications/endorsements on windows such as ENERGY STAR®, NARI®, AAMA, Good Housekeeping, etc.

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• A quality company with a quality product will offer a lifetime guarantee on their window. Don’t settle for anything less.

• A quality vinyl window will be made from nonrecycled vinyl, have welded corners for strength.

• The glass used in the window should be coated, double-pane, insulated glass enhanced with an inert gas for additional insulated and noise reduction.

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How to... choose a fireplace or insert Fire. We sit around fires and have been doing so...forever If you have a room with a fireplace, then that fireplace is probably the focal point of the room.

If it isn’t, then it should be. Take a look at your fireplace. Does it “fit” the room? Have you updated or remodeled the room or decor but did not know what to do about the fireplace? Does it look old and outdated? Ugly? Dark and moody? Would a future home buyer like it? Do YOU like it?

Home buyers will focus on your fireplace. Your fireplace could affect whether they make an offer on your home. Or not make an offer. Or offer less money. You might want to update your fireplace.

A great fireplace ...

• brightens a room and adds value to your home • actually heats, instead of simply being a little flickering flame • is an instant focal point and brings life to your space • helps define a home’s style and adds beauty, drama and elegance • a great-looking fireplace can “make” a great-looking room Contemporary-styled gas fireplaces and fireplace inserts don’t use the traditional log look, and instead offer a bed of rocks or glass and reflective surrounds for a thoroughly updated look.

A National Association of REALTORS® survey of homebuyers’ preferences listed fireplaces as one of the mostpreferred home features. Almost 40% of home buyers said they would pay extra for a house with at least one fireplace. Also, according to the Residential Cost Handbook, a gas fireplace has the potential to add an average of $5,900 to the value of a home.

Adding a fireplace is not a do-it-yourself prospect, so come visit Welenco Stove Store and talk to the professionals about your fireplace needs. We can offer ideas that you may not have even considered. Come find out why our fireplaces are better than the “basic builder box”!

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How to... choose a stone surface Finding the perfect countertop Building or remodeling comes with many tough decisions, like what kind of layout, what building features, and of course all the details like colors and designs. By the time you get to choosing finishes, it’s understandable to be overwhelmed, but don’t give up yet! You’re almost at the finish and this is where it gets fun, as you really see your vision come to life.

When planning your finished look, the first thing you must decide is what do you want the focus to be. Do you want guests to notice your spectacular light fixtures? Detailed cabinetry?

Fancy countertop or elegant sink? Maybe it’s the flooring or backsplash you want to have the wow-factor. Whatever it is, start there. Bring a sample of your attention-grabbing piece with you to every other decision you make. If you have a cabinet and tile color chosen when you choose a countertop, it is very helpful to hold your samples up next to the slabs you like to see what colors are highlighted with the other finishes you have chosen. Your countertop can be as subtle or as eye-catching as you want as

you saw. Natural stone is made up of many different minerals and composites that give each color its character. Feldspar, quartz, mica, calcium, iron, labradorite, and garnet can all be found in different granite colors and all give each stone its unique characteristics. Make sure you see your stone in person! A sample can be deceiving with natural stone because each batch is different in shading and pattern. Discuss any concerns with a professional fabricator. Will there be any seams? Are there any fissures or features that are unavoidable to cut around? These questions are appropriate and appreciated by fabricators who take pride in their work, and they will certainly help you in making your final decision.

This year we are pleased to let you know two new improvements we’ve made to help you enhance your stone surface experience.

First is our new Fusion cutting machine. It uses a CNC saw for straight cuts then switches to a waterjet for tight angles or radii.

This new piece of equipment is three times faster in cutting your project’s pattern from the slab than our former method, allowing us to complete more jobs, faster for our customers at the highest degree of precision

there are many materials to choose from. Marble, soap- stone, and travertine are all beautiful under- stated natural options, although they may be a little high maintenance for some applications.

Quartz countertops have the range to be delicate or showy and are the least maintenance out of any countertop option. Granite is generally a bit more of a statement piece due to more contrast and movement, although there are some neutral granite options, and durability is usually higher than any other material. There are other products as well, such as laminates and solid surface, that won’t offer the same durability as stone but may be good options if budget is getting tight towards the end of the project. Another big consideration is how much natural light your kitchen gets. A large amount of natural light means you should go with a darker surface and less natural light means go with a lighter surface.

Manmade materials such as laminate, quartz and solid surface are very consistent in composition, making it easy to choose from a sample and trusting the finished product will look like the sample

The second new improvement is our Pathfinder slab inventory system. The Pathfinder has precise, fully calibrated, high resolution images of our entire slab inventory and allows customers to select slabs they’d like to consider then allows us to show them their countertops in 3D before any stone processing has been done.

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How to... choose a comfortable mattress Is it time for a new mattress?

Latex mattresses

How do you know if the bed you’re sleeping on is the right one?

If you wake up in the morning and have some low back pain and can stretch and get rid of it in 15 or 30 minutes, this typically means you’re on an inappropriate or non-supportive mattress. The right mattress, on the other hand, is one on which you feel no pressure, almost like you’re floating in air.

Latex mattresses are made from either natural or synthetic rubber, and are known for providing a very firm, bouncy support that is uniform throughout the bed.

If you’re looking for a new mattress, experts suggest testing it in the store and laying down on each mattress in the position in which you normally sleep, spending at least 10 to 15 minutes on the bed. The more you can replicate the way you’ll be sleeping on the mattress the better your chances of picking the right one.

Innerspring Innerspring mattresses are still by far the most widely used.

They support you with coil springs, and in most built today, each coil is individually enclosed. This helps the bed weather years of use and prevents the coils from popping out of the mattress. On top of the coils are a wide variety of materials added for comfort, from pillow to latex to memory foam. It’s all a matter of preference.

Pros: There are plenty of innerspring mattresses on the market from which to choose. They range in firmness, the materials used in the pillow top, and in price to fit nearly every preference and pocket book.

Cons: There’s no direct relationship in most cases between price and comfort, but steering clear of the cheapest innerspring mattress is recommended as there aren’t enough springs and cushion to offer you proper support.

Memory Foam Memory foam mattresses are growing in popularity. They are made of layers of different densities of foam that respond to weight and temperature, and are known for comfort because they contour to the specific shape of your body.

Pros: By molding to the shape of your body as your weight shifts through the night, memory foam reduces pressure points, and relieves pain. Memory foam also absorbs movement, so if you sleep with a partner, you’re not likely to be disturbed by their tossing and turning.

Cons: One of the biggest complaints with memory foam mattresses is that because these mattresses are temperature sensitive, softening and molding with your body heat, they can make you feel extremely hot during the night. Memory foam mattresses have been known to emit a slight unpleasant chemical smell.

Conditions: If you have a hard time getting comfortable, if you have chronic fatigue, or some type of muscle pain, then a memory foam mattress would work well for you.

Pros: Latex is one of the best materials for bedding. It is firm and supportive, but also for providing comfort similar to memory foam. Unlike the memory foam mattresses, latex pushes back, ultimately providing more support.

Cons: If you don’t like the feel of a firm mattress, latex is probably not the right choice for you.

Conditions: Either a latex mattress or latex mattress topper is great for relieving back pain because they offer the best combination of comfort and support.

Adjustable beds These beds are able to bend and elevate at varying angles. As a result, the mattress has to be flexible. Different types of mattresses can be used on an adjustable bed – memory foam, latex, or air, for example. Spring mattresses are more difficult to use, however, because the springs don’t handle the bending well.

Pros: For people who have difficulty getting in and out of bed or who like to watch television in bed, adjustables can make life easier by moving you closer to where you need to be.

Cons: Adjustable bed bases can be expensive based on features included. However, as they become more popular, prices continue to become more affordable.

Conditions: If you suffer from sleep apnea, sleeping flat can make the condition worse by cutting off airways. People who experience acid reflux can also benefit by sleeping in a bed that elevates their upper body. Adjustable beds also work well for people with hip or back pain who have a hard time moving from a lying position to sitting up or standing.

When to part with your old mattress Today’s mattresses are made with different designs and materials that were not available 10 years ago. If you are sleeping on a mattress that is older than 10 years, it’s probably time for a change. Over time our bodies change, so the mattress that was once a joy to sleep on may no longer feel comfortable.

In addition, mattresses collect dust mites, fungus, and other germs that can exacerbate allergies and impact your sleep patterns.

Ultimately, the experts say that the best bed for you is the one that feels most comfortable. And remember, there’s no mattress that’s going to save your body when you get only five hours of sleep. In order to feel your best, you need to get enough rest… no matter what type of mattress you’re sleeping on.

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How to... choose a hospital Finding the right hospital for you Some of life’s most significant events occur during a stay at the hospital, from a trip to the emergency department, the birth of a child or grandchild, or a surgical procedure that helps you enjoy life without pain. When it comes to your health, it’s important that you make the right decision when choosing the best hospital to care for you.

Safe, quality patient care, highly skilled physicians and healthcare providers, state-of-the-art medical equipment and technology, a comprehensive range of medical specialty services, and an excellent patient experience are essential qualities to consider when choosing a hospital. It’s good to know that the right choice is here, at home – St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.

Providing safe, quality and compassionate healthcare as a fullservice hospital is a long-standing tradition at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Through compassion, knowledge, technology, and a love for what we do, we live our Mission and provide an excellent patient experience for all we serve.

Patient safety and quality care are priorities for the Medical Center. Recognition as a Distinguished Hospital for Patient Safety and earning numerous honors over the years demonstrates St. Joseph’s commitment and dedication to service excellence. St. Joseph is routinely recognized by national organizations, patients, and colleagues, for providing safe, quality patient care.

We are accredited by The Joint Commission. This Gold Seal of accreditation and certification is nationally recognized as a symbol of quality in healthcare and can only be achieved by meeting or exceeding strict performance standards.

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center is the region’s only designated Blue Distinction Center for Hip and Knee Replacement and Spine Surgery. This nationally recognized honor is earned by hospitals achieving quality standards and demonstrating better patient outcomes while also providing affordable care. Additionally, St. Joseph’s Cancer Services received accreditation with commendation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer. This distinction came as a result of a successful demonstration validating that patients have access to the full scope of services required for diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and support.

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center received the 2016 Women’s Choice Award as one of America’s Best Hospitals for Cancer Care.

This evidence-based designation is the only cancer care award that identifies the country’s best healthcare institutions based on robust criteria that considers female patient satisfaction, clinical excellence, and what women say they want from a hospital, including on-site chemotherapy, radiation or hospice, and cancer research activities.

This award recognizes St. Joseph’s commitment to meeting the highest standards in cancer care.

St. Joseph Family Beginnings is proud to be one of the first hospitals in Idaho and our region to receive the Blue Distinction® Center+ for Maternity Care designation from Blue Cross. Blue Distinction Centers+ for Maternity Care, are hospitals recognized for delivering quality, affordable specialty care safely and effectively, based on objective measures developed with input from the medical

community. Our mother-baby care team is dedicated to providing the highest quality care and an exceptional patient and family experience.

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center was recently awarded the Qualis Health Award of Excellence in Healthcare Quality. Winners of this prestigious award are recognized for demonstrated leadership and innovation in improving and transforming healthcare delivery in their communities – making a real difference for their patients and their families.

St. Joseph is committed to providing excellent care to our region through the highly skilled and certified physicians on our healthcare team, and a quality facility with the latest in medical technology and treatments. St. Joseph has over 120 board-certified physicians active in both primary care and specialty practice. The St. Joseph Medical Group is a multi-specialty group of physicians providing primary and specialty care services. Providers at the Medical Group are employed

by St. Joseph Regional Medical Center and work collaboratively for the benefit of their patients. We strive to have all members of our healthcare team be leaders in their field with formal training, advanced degrees, and certifications. The majority of our registered nurses have earned bachelor degrees in nursing and are certified in many specialty areas.

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center provides the region with the most comprehensive range of services, including: surgery, diagnostic imaging, cancer treatment, Breast Imaging Center, inpatient and outpatient mental health, rehabilitation, cardiovascular services, women’s health services, Family Beginnings Birthing Center, pediatrics, family care, sleep study center, adult and pediatric neurology, , hospice care and palliative care, gastroenterology and endoscopy services, neuro and interventional radiology, surgery and emergency services. This complete service line sets St. Joseph apart in our region. The care you need is right here at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center.

Our patients are our number one priority. Our goal is to provide our patients with excellent patient care in a compassionate and healing environment. At St. Joseph, you can access your medical information online with FollowMyHealth. By using this patient portal, you will get 24/7 secure online access from any computer, smartphone or tablet to the following: view test and lab results, view your patient summary and upcoming appointments, receive appointment reminders, and more.

We make the following promise to all patients: “We promise that you are the center of our work. Our healing ministry will be provided with honesty, compassion and respect. Our dedicated team will be with you throughout your St. Joseph experience.”

At St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, safe, quality patient care is our greatest responsibility, skilled physicians, providers and staff our greatest asset, providing excellent patient experiences our greatest accomplishment, and the health of our community and region our greatest goal. St. Joseph continues its commitment to the people of our region and our community.

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How to... choose stone siding Make stone siding your next remodel project There are so many different brands that mimic stone siding on the market that deciding which one to install can feel like a monumental task.

Two primary installation methods are used and they can often be the tipping point in deciding which line to install on the house. First is mortar installation in which a rigid backer board is lined with expanded metal lath sheets. These are later covered in a thin layer of mortar before applying the stone veneer pieces one by one. The second type of installation involves pre-veneered stone panels with nail fins added. The advantages of this type of installation allows for the average DIY homeowner to easily install the stone siding on their own, row by row upon the support sheathing. By using panels the colors and patterns are consistent and are easily paired during installation. The speed of installation is considerably greater than mortar installation as there is less preparation needed before installing the panels. This kind of siding is also resistant to freezes, thaws, normal winds and heat.

Project costs depend on the size of the home and the square footage that the homeowner wishes to cover. Costs include replacement of sheathing to support the weight of veneer stone siding and the amount needed to cover the sheathing; and if using, metal lath and mortar. For nail fin stone veneer siding, there are parts such as a wainscot cap, starter strip, universal corners and trim stone that will need to be added to finish the project. Hiring a contractor will incur additional expense to the project. If a homeowner chooses to hire a contractor, always interview at least three or more and request to view prior work that they have done before finalizing a decision. But ultimately the best way to save through labor costs is to DIY and learn about the product.

The internet provides a great many sources for homeowners and contractors alike, such as PDF manual downloads for installation, online videos to see how it’s done and FAQ to better inform themselves. This will also provide a general sense of the tools and materials needed to complete the project.

Warranty of nail fin mounted Stone veneer can have warranties upwards to 50 years and due to the perseverance of the product the warranties are often transferable. These kinds of panels are tested and are approved to hold up many various building codes and have a class A fire rating.

Checking local building codes is advised. Different areas have various requirements that must be met when changing out the existing siding for Stone veneer panels. When embarking on a building project for a home is important that before a homeowner starts building that they check to see that they meet all the building codes for their state or city. Failure to do so can result in a suspension of the building permit until all codes are met. Codes include building/dwelling codes, structural codes, plumbing codes, mechanical codes, electrical codes fire/life safety codes, accessibility codes, and energy codes for the area. Remember that each city has its own specific building codes so check with your cities municipal codes to ensure your building plans are up-to-date.

Make sure you buy the right amount of materials. Simply multiply the height times the width of each rectangular section of your house in feet, going by what you can measure from the ground, to determine its area. Multiply the approximate height and width of gables and other triangular surfaces and divide each total by two. Then add all the totals. To allow for waste, don’t subtract for doors, windows, or other areas that won’t be covered. Finally, divide the total square footage by 100 to estimate how many squares of siding you’ll need. A square represents 100 square feet.

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How to... live an independent life as a Senior Making the decision to move into a senior living community can be an extremely difficult decision For many there may be decades of memories wrapped up within the walls of their home. Perhaps a door frame that has markings for the children that grew up there showing how tall they were at various ages. Although, we are fortunate to live in the Moscow-Pullman area which has so many good options for

seniors who do decide to make that move, there are also tools for those who wish to stay in their home a little longer.

One of those tools is a medical alert buttons such as those offered by Phillips Lifeline. In fact, Phillips Lifeline medical alert system is the leader in this industry providing this service for over 40 years. It has protected more seniors and saved more lives than any other medical alert service. Additionally, more than 200,000 healthcare professionals have recommended this service to their patients.

There are several options available to seniors looking for this type of service. The most basic subscription is for use with a landline phone and a simple lightweight and waterproof button that can be worn around the neck or on the wrist. With prompt, caring assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, trained Phillips Lifeline Responders are there to help with any number of emergency situations. Phillips also offers the AutoAlert button for seniors who fall and may be unable to push the button, perhaps because they have fainted or have become unconscious due to the fall. If a fall is detected and the button is not pushed, the AutoAlert pendant itself will trigger a call for help.

Phillips Lifeline’s newest innovation, GoSafe, builds on the in-home system and expands on it by allowing seniors to enjoy an active lifestyle outside of their homes while still having peace of mind that help in an emergency is still only the push of a button away. Users of the GoSafe pendants continue to wear their buttons both inside and outside of their homes. In the event of an emergency away from home, the GoSafe button will leverage a suite of comprehensive locating technologies designed to support Lifeline Response Center in locating the user to send help. The user communicates with the Lifeline Response Center directly through the pendant or as with the AutoAlert pendant, a call may be automatically triggered if the wearer is unable to push the button directly.

With all of these options and more, Phillips Lifeline is one of many tools that afford seniors living in their homes or in senior communities a way to maintain their independence.

Good Samaritan Society in Moscow has been a proud partner with Philips Lifeline for many years providing a local point of contact for both installation and service of the Lifeline system. Anyone who is interested in more information about Philips Lifeline can call Good Samaritan at 208-882-6560. We will be offering free installation to seniors who live within 25 miles of Moscow from now until August 12th, 2016 using offer code July Palouse Seniors.

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There’s a Lifeline solution for you Lifeline offers a range of choices to help you maintain your independence. Whether you need the go-anywhere protection of GoSafe, the automatic fall detection of AutoAlert, or the peace of mind offered by HomeSafe, we have you covered.

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How to... care for your summer lawn

Summer is a maintenance season for lawns

If spring lawn care is about getting your lawn healthy and green, summer lawn care is about KEEPING it healthy while temperatures soar and rainfall becomes a fleeting memory.

It’s also about maintaining a lawn with all that summer has to offer. Here are some tips for keeping your lawn in shape this summer.

About Summer Lawns Summer brings stress to lawn grasses with the heat and drought damaging. We want our lawns lush and green, and we try to fight nature by continuing to fertilize, water, and coax new growth out of our lawns no matter what the weather. However, by understanding and respecting the seasonal changes of turf grasses, you can take steps to care gently for your lawn as the mercury rises.

• Cool-season grasses (such as fescue, bluegrass, and rye) grow best when temperatures are in the 60s F. • Warm-season grasses (including Zoysia, St. Augustine, Centipede, and Bermuda)

like temperatures in the 70s.

Once temperatures get into the 80s and above, lawns will begin to struggle a little, with cool-season grasses having the hardest time. Growth will slow, color may fade, and lawns will show signs of wear and tear as they are less able to recover from stress and traffic. Some cool-season lawns will even go dormant in the summer, looking brown and brittle until early fall.

Water Wisely • Lawns need at least one inch of water per week, and more when the heat is severe.

Use a rain gauge or straight-sided can to keep track of the amount of water received from rainfall and irrigation.

• Water deeply and less frequently to encourage drought-tolerant roots.

• Water early in the day to reduce evaporation and fungal growth.

• Either water your lawn regularly and deeply, or don’t water at all. Don’t let your lawn go brown and dormant, then try to “water it back to life.” If your lawn

goes dormant in summer, it should stay that way until fall- don’t worry, it should recover once the weather changes. Small tuna cans make a good temporary water gauge.

Mowing Tips • Raise your mower blade in the summer.

Taller grass is more drought-tolerant, grows deeper roots, and helps shade the earth to prevent weed seeds from germinating. Cool-season grasses should be mowed at 3”- 4” during the summer, or as high as your blade will go, while warm-season grasses should be mowed at 2”- 3”.

• Mulching grass clippings helps keep moisture levels steady.

• Mow regularly, to prevent cutting more than 1/3 of the grass blade at a time. This keeps your grass healthier and prevents the clippings from smothering the grass.

• Keep mower blades sharp. Make sure your mower is cutting your grass, not tearing it, to minimize stress during hot temperatures.

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