Starting small biz concierge services for senior
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Comments (39)I looked at the Jitterbug for myself and would have gone with it except I was told it the reception where we are is "iffy". Probably just as well since with DH and me on the same service, we get free cell-to-cell. But the numbers are nice and large, the buttons are high contrast, and it's very easy to use since there isn't all that cra...um...other stuff to contend with. I really wish our cell provider offered something even remotely like it....See MoreParents of highscool seniors or college students?
Comments (25)My son studied on his own, so did most of his friends. It depends on what type of student your child is. Have your child do anearly test to get a baseline and see how well he/she does, and what areas they need to work on. The ACT will send you a break down (or have it on-line) so you know which sections your child needs to work on. My son got a 33 on his first test so he was pretty much done. The prep classes worked best for kids who initially scored below 28. Kids who scored higher than that on their initial test did not see any significant improvement using the ACT class provided by the school. A few students who scored 28 and then took the class lowered their scores. After taking the baseline test, try for one of the tests in the fall so there is plently of time for a prep class or independant study, go over the results with your child to see what they need to work on. It really isn't worth investing in the class until you know if it will be any help. Most kids felt the class helped most with the math or science sections, with their reading speed (for slower readers), or just with little tips on how to handle stuuf you don't know how to answer. It does seem like there is not enough time to answer all the questions, but there is. My son is a meticulous reader so he is a bit slow when he reads. I had him get a practice book from the library and do a practice test from each section, timed to see if he could finish. He finished every section with time to spare. The same happened when he took the test. I hope this helps. Sorry if it is rambling, it is 6:30AM here and I have not had any coffee yet! Oh, I forgot about the new writing section. Some kids did feel that the class helped them with the essay. My son did not score well on the essay, nor did most of his friends who take honors or AP language arts classes. The kids who took the college prep level classes scored better on that part of the test....See MoreSenior citizen discount
Comments (13)Yeah, Lindakathy's link sounds like it might be more realistic. But both say the Salvation Army's discount is "up to 50%." I'm there a lot, and never heard of anyone getting a senior discount. I'll bet when I ask, the employees will stare blankly at me. LOL I'll ask at Wendy's and Burger King, too. I'm not there often, but every little bit helps. I'll check out Big Lots, although I suspect it's not actually 30%. And of course I'll look for an excuse to stay at the Waldorf so I can get that $5,000 off the Presidential Suite. ;-) Thanks for bringing this to our attention!...See MoreConcierge medical practice?
Comments (48)Lynn, thank you for presenting the other side. I know that if my dr decided on a concierge practice I would most likely follow her. I have to say that the practice she is with is large, maybe 10 physicians, but I think it is very well run and that makes a big difference. They do schedule patients every 15 min but I never feel she is giving me the bum's rush. Likewise, I've never waited more than 15 minutes to get in. If I call with a sudden ailment, like a UTI for example, I can usually get in that afternoon or the next day to see a PA, which is fine with me. Concierge practices have always existed for the wealthy....i.e...celebrities aren't showing up at the dr's office, presenting their insurance card, and taking a seat in the waiting room. Like most things that start off for the wealthy only, this idea is now trickling down to the masses. I think it's good for the dr and patient and harkens back to the old days when physicians came to your home, which I remember! Unfortunately, many people just cannot afford this type of service....See Moremangomoon
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