If you are a man aged 45–79, talk with your provider about whether to take aspirin to reduce the chances of a heart attack. Does aspirin also help women prevent heart attacks? Aspirin is NOT useful for preventing heart attacks in women, but it IS USEFUL for preventing strokes. Please see the brochure Talk with … Continued

Registering with the Office / Senior Center is free and available to Monroe Township residents, 55 years of age and older. The monthly newsletter, Senior Focus, is distributed around the 15th of the previous month and members are required to pre-register for ALL monthly activities. Please be sure to call the Office at least 24 … Continued

There are two basic types of homeowner’s insurance that indicate whether your personal property and belongings are covered or not, or whether you’re entitled to liability or loss-of-use coverage or not. These policy-types are called named peril policies (covers only types of disasters that are named in the policy) and open peril policies (covers everything … Continued

Everyone needs a healthy home. But there are special reasons to think about children. Children’s bodies are still growing. Their young brains, livers, and other organs are more likely to be harmed by chemicals and other dangers than those of adults. If children get sick, it may be harder for them to get well because … Continued

Summer can be a rough season for your electric bill. Depending on how much it’s used and how efficient your unit is, central air can cost hundreds of dollars every month. With an outrageous energy bill out of the question, how do you avoid the heat without cranking down the AC? Find tips below. Switch … Continued

Estate Planning for couples in a second or later marriage can be tricky, particularly when one spouse is significantly wealthier than the other. One solution for allowing the well-to-do spouse to maintain control of his or her assets but keep the other spouse happy is the Lifetime QTIP Trust. QTIP refers to “Qualified Terminable Interest … Continued

Going outside is not a requirement for your cat’s happiness. Playing inside regularly with a cat and providing entertainment and toys can easily keep them happy and keep them stimulated while providing them the exercise they need to stay healthy. Kittens who are kept indoors are very happy if they were kept indoors from the … Continued

By Stephanie Maglio Brushing your pet’s hair and cleaning his teeth regularly will help him look his best, but it’s also important for his health. Grooming also helps you keep track of subtle changes in your pet’s skin. Most importantly, regular nail clippings and teeth cleanings can prevent a number of unpleasant health problems. Using … Continued

iPlay America announces its spring break extended hours and all-season pass special along with the Grand Opening of Topgolf Swing Suite As springtime draws closer, kick off the season the right way, at iPlay America. Enjoy extended hours during Spring Break, starting Friday, April 19 through Friday, April 26. Starting at 11 AM, bring your … Continued

Apparently, species of deer around the country are contracting some sort of condition being called “Zombie Deer Disease” by various media outlets, which causes them to behave sort of like zombies. The CDC, Center for Disease Control and Protection says that this is called CWD (Chronic Wasting Disease). CWD is a progressive, fatal disease that … Continued