The Bulletin

We know these life changes can be challenging. That’s why we’ve provided a variety of articles specifically written and curated to help you make the best choices for you and your family.

December 29, 2021

How Rising Cost of Living Will Affect Social Security

Finance expert Sandra Block of Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine looks at how a rising cost ...

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couple counting money in retirement Photo by Szefei Dreamstime. For article, How Rising Cost of Living Will Affect Social Security, including Medicare premiums
December 29, 2021

Stay Vital in Retirement with Mental Health Activism

Trish Lockard, co-author of Make a Difference with Mental Health Activism, addresses how retirees can ...

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two women working together on a sewing project. Photo by Imageegami Dreamstime. For article on how to use your hobbies and work experience in mental health activism
December 28, 2021

Ask Amy: Organizations That Send Unsolicited “Gifts”

Advice columnist Amy Dickinson addresses the ethics of responding to organizations that send unsolicited “gifts.” ...

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woman looking at mail Photo by Renaud Philippe Dreamstime. For article on Organizations That Send Unsolicited “Gifts” and the ethics of responding - or not
December 27, 2021

The Best Breads for Sandwiches

In writing for Environmental Nutrition, dietitian Heidi McIndoo looks at sandwich builders, those all-important holders ...

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The outer layer of your sandwich is just as important as the fillers. For article on the best breads for sandwiches, in making a healthy and nutritious sandwich
December 23, 2021

8 Top Pet-Friendly Air-Cleaning Houseplants

All year-round – but especially during the cold winter months – houseplants add cheer to ...

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cat and dog with potted houseplant okssi68 dreamstime. For article, 8 Top Pet-Friendly Air-Cleaning Houseplants
December 23, 2021

How to Make a Virtual Family Holiday Celebration Fun

Creative ways to stage a family holiday Zoom call The years 2020 to 2021 have ...

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Virtual family holiday celebration at home
December 22, 2021

How Refusing Help Alienates Us from Others

Psychologist Mark Borg, co-author of Making Your Crazy Work for You, discusses the downsides of ...

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woman helping neighbor by bringing food. Photo by Ian Allenden Dreamstime. For article on how refusing help alienates us from others
December 22, 2021

It Still Makes Sense to Delay Social Security Benefits

Sandra Block, senior editor at Kiplinger’s Personal Finance magazine, discusses whether it is still wise ...

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man serious about finances Photo by Photographerlondon Dreamstime. For article on delay social security benefits and reverse mortgages for seniors.
December 22, 2021

Panettone Oven-Baked French Toast Pudding

Panettone oven-baked French toast with eggnog custard comes from food writer and expert Diane Rossen ...

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This oven-baked French toast pudding makes a great brunch. It needs to be started a day ahead to let the bread cubes dry out.
December 21, 2021

Anti-Inflammatory Snacks to Help Stave Off Hunger

When it comes to choosing a snack that helps lessen inflammation in the body, there ...

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Image of fresh raw vegetables with hummus as anti-inflammatory snacks: Doesn't everyone need an arsenal of healthy snacks for that mid-morning or afternoon pick-me-up?