It’s common knowledge that a proper exercise regimen can do wonders for the body. It should be no surprise, then, that the same principle applies to the mind! The concept of “cognitive fitness” has become a buzzword among people who work with older adults to describe activities that stimulate the brain and improve memory. Proponents of these programs claim this type of conditioning can prevent or postpone memory loss and the onset of other age-related cognitive disorders. Scientists now … [Read more...] about Exercise Your Brain
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Hydrochanger – A Game Changer
Hard water is a way of life for Northern Arizona and the mountain communities. From Flagstaff to the Verde Valley to Show Low and points north and south, water coming from wells or municipal water systems can cause scale to accumulate and damage, with rust and oxidation, plumbing and infrastructure that is exposed to it. Even after your city water has been treated with chlorine and for harmful chemicals and minerals such as arsenic, the calcium carbonate and other minerals that cause hard … [Read more...] about Hydrochanger – A Game Changer
Buying Rental Properties
Today’s unsettled investment environment demands that you look beyond the stock market to secure your financial future. Many smart investors are turning to rental properties. But it isn’t as easy as buying that cute house down the street and waiting for the cash to start rolling in. You’ll need due diligence, lots of research and, last but not least, a substantial financial commitment and sweat equity in maintaining the property. Are you hoping for immediate income from your rental or are you … [Read more...] about Buying Rental Properties
ERAU’s Winning Teams
The Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) business team at Embry-Riddle’s Prescott campus, which won its eighth consecutive PBL Arizona Leadership Competition in April, has returned from the event’s national competition in Nashville with a number of Top 10 finishes. “The fact that all 10 students who competed in the competitive performance events went on to the final round, meaning they placed in the Top 15 in the nation, is simply incredible,” said Substitute Advisor Dr. Cindy Greenman. “Congratulations to … [Read more...] about ERAU’s Winning Teams
YRMC’s New Leader
Frank R. Almendarez, MHSA, has joined Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) as its East Campus Administrator. “I knew I wanted to be part of the YRMC team after my first visit,” said Almendarez. “Everyone I met was kind, welcoming and professional. I was also impressed by how well the two campuses coordinate services in order to meet the community’s healthcare needs.” Almendarez brings extensive administrative as well as clinical experience to Prescott Valley. Before joining YRMC, he … [Read more...] about YRMC’s New Leader
Understanding the Design of Design
We all have a working knowledge of what design is as it relates to renovating your home. It is to make a plan of, and fashion the form and structure of some space in or added to your home. Generally this is to meet a current need or evolving use of your home. OK… so how does design happen and what role do you, and should you, play. For any of us that have given thought to how your kitchen could work better, or how best to use that extra room, you know the effort that goes into this … [Read more...] about Understanding the Design of Design
Social Media and Business
You know that social media is important to increasing community awareness and vital to the growth of your business – but you’re not sure how to proceed. We’ve composed a list of the top four trending social media networks and how they’re applicable to promoting small businesses: Facebook is more than just a way to share status updates, pictures and extend invitations to events – it’s a well-oiled, multi-faceted marketing machine now. The development of varied applications that can integrate … [Read more...] about Social Media and Business
ERAU Offering Degree in Industrial Psychology and Safety
In anticipation of significant growth in aviation and industry safety disciplines, Embry-Riddle Prescott students will have the opportunity to become leaders in safety and organizational effectiveness with the new bachelor’s of science degree program in Industrial Psychology and Safety, an update of the bachelor’s degree program in Safety Science that launched in 2012. Focused on understanding human behavior and thought in workplace settings, the Industrial Psychology and Safety program is a … [Read more...] about ERAU Offering Degree in Industrial Psychology and Safety
Information Security – Staying Safe
While computer security has been important for a number of decades, recent developments in technology and a significant increase in people using technology have made proper information security a critical need for every business. Twenty years ago, the prevalent viruses were spread through passing around diskettes and primarily caused damage to files and folders on the infected systems. Now, with the widespread adoption of the Internet and the increased use of technology in our daily lives, … [Read more...] about Information Security – Staying Safe
Seeing the Beauty of Luxury Vinyl
Time to shed some light on a new flooring product called Luxury Vinyl Plank, or LVP/LVT for short. There is a stigma with vinyl that I hope we can overcome but I want to say this: Mother Nature is still the best designer, and if you are comfortable with the maintenance and variations in natural wood and stone products, go ahead and purchase real hardwood and stone. For those who are after more function and consistency, but still want a wood or tile look, LVT/LVP can be the answer. LVT/LVP is … [Read more...] about Seeing the Beauty of Luxury Vinyl
