Jean Murphy
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Be aware of changes that affect your drivingNov 23, 2013 11:49 pm - No senior citizen wants to relinquish the keys to his or her car. But driving in Chicago’s crowded environment can pose a real challenge to those faced with eyesight pro...
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Estate planning need not be overwhelmingNov 23, 2013 11:47 pm - Seniors can enjoy their elder years with few cares if they simply use common sense, think ahead and clearly communicate their wishes to their family members and advocate...
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Teamwork is a big part of senior transitionsNov 23, 2013 11:44 pm - Making sure your house or apartment is a “home,” not an obstacle course, is a mission that rehabilitation therapists take very seriously when dealing with seniors. When ...
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Doctors look to better coordinate careNov 23, 2013 11:35 pm - Taking care of yourself physically, mentally and socially as you age can sometimes seem like a full-time job. Depending upon your personal circumstances, you need to see...
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Tiered system of finances keep you on trackNov 23, 2013 11:30 pm - When looking at your finances, it is important to consult a Certified Financial Planner professional who can help you strip out the emotions and make good decisions abou...
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Holiday decorating expands with themes throughout the homeNov 17, 2013 12:00 am - “Less” may be “more” when it comes to most of today’s decorating. But that adage goes out the window when it comes to the holidays. It seems every year the decorations i...
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Listing of the weekNov 15, 2013 10:14 am - Life in this modern Victorian home, set on an acre and a half in Hawthorn Woods’ Estates of Indian Creek subdivision, couldn’t be better. There is plenty of space, both ...
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Far from an afterthought, accessories, lighting help define a roomNov 09, 2013 10:00 pm - The finishing touches of a room — like the lighting, ceiling fans, accessories and electronics — are the icing on the cake. They refine the mood of the room created by t...
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Build your style around a couch you likeNov 08, 2013 11:47 pm - When a homeowner is furnishing an entire house, Anne Hildreth recommends they start with the room they use the most — the family room — and proceed from there. “Most peo...
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Sink into furniture that’s big on comfortNov 03, 2013 6:00 am - Comfort is the watchword when it comes to family room and finished basement furniture, according to Gary O’Reilly, owner of O’Reilly’s Furniture in Libertyville. “People...