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Are You One of the 47%?

The Federal Reserve Board conducts a survey every year to “monitor the financial and economic status of American consumers.” One of the questions asked on this year’s survey was “how would you pay for a $400 emergency?” 47% of survey takers responded that the only way they could cover the expense would be to (1) […]

WRITTEN BY: Donna Green, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Erie County

REVIEWED BY: Melissa Welker, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fulton County

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • http://search.creativecommons.org/

The Hidden Costs of Smoking

With the cost of a pack of cigarettes hoovering at an average of $6 in Ohio, there little room for argument that smoking isn’t a costly habit.  At that price, a pack a day habit would cost you more than $180 a month, or $ 2,190 a year. But the cost of cigarettes is only […]

Family and Consumer Sciences—A No Brainer

The economic crisis of 2008 was mainly the result of irresponsible financial actions from Wall Street on down to Main Street, USA. To ensure that this never happens again, the federal government wants us to promote financial literacy education. To put it simply, because many families are now struggling with money issues, we “need” financial […]

WRITTEN BY: Donna Green, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Erie County

REVIEWED BY: Melissa Welker, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fulton County

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • http://search.creativecommons.org/

SOURCES:

  • http://info.cqrollcall.com/NewMemberGuide2014.html

Taking Time for Me Is a Must

Life is a roller coaster.  I have been through times in life when I have needed help or care and seasons when I cared for loved ones who experience physical or mental health crises.  Within the past year, I have lost a parent and an uncle who both needed extensive medical care and support.  Several […]

WRITTEN BY: Cheryl Barber Spires, RD, LD, Program Specialist, Ohio State University Extension, spires.53@osu.edu

REVIEWED BY: Kristen Corry, Family and Consumer Sciences Educator, Ohio State University Extension

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • www.pixabay.com

SOURCES:

  • http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/taking-good-care-yourself
  • https://wexnermedical.osu.edu/integrative-complementary-medicine/mindfulness-practices
  • http://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/hyg-5242

REFERENCES:

  • http://www.cancer.gov/publications/patient-education/caring-for-the-caregiver.pdf
  • http://www.aarp.org/home-family/caregiving/care-for-yourself/

How Much Are You Willing to Struggle?

I love many of the internet blogs that focus on financial topics. If you are looking for guidance on how to become more financially responsible, or just like reading about how others manage their income, I think you’ll be inspired by the content and thoughtful responses generated by many of the articles. It’s much easier […]

WRITTEN BY: http://qz.com/584874/you-probably-know-to-ask-yourself-what-do-i-want-heres-a-way-better-question/

REVIEWED BY: Melissa Welker, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fulton County

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • http://search.creativecommons.org/

The Economics of Poor Health, Part 3

Most people sincerely want to do better when it comes to diet, exercise, and wellness. But you are not the only one interested in your health. Others who have a vested interest in you (and your lifestyle choices) are your employers and the government, because health care costs have skyrocketed over the last ten years. […]

WRITTEN BY: Donna Green, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Erie County

REVIEWED BY: Melissa Welker, Extension Educator, Family and Consumer Sciences, Ohio State University Extension, Fulton County

PHOTO CREDITS:

  • http://search.creativecommons.org/

SOURCES:

  • http://kff.org/medicare/fact-sheet/medicare-spending-and-financing-fact-sheet/
  • http://www.thefiscaltimes.com/2014/12/15/How-Obesity-Epidemic-Drains-Medicare-and-Medicaid
  • http://kff.org/medicaid/state-indicator/total-medicaid-spending/
  • http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2598168/

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