Masters Course in Savings
According to venture capitalist John Doerr, our leaders and institutions fail us because of a variety of reasons, not always because they’re bad or unethical – it’s more often than not because they’re leading us in the wrong direction. This practical talk from Doerr shows us how we can get back on track with our … Read more
As a part of the Meals on Wheels program, individuals at home who are unable to prepare or purchase their own meals receive meals delivered to them by the program. In some cases, the term “Meals on Wheels” is used generically to refer to a number of home-delivered meal programs, not all of which are … Read more
Have you been drowning in debt, struggling to make ends meet, scared of losing your job, buried in bills, or worried about getting by in today’s economy? Cyberbegging, online begging, and internet panhandling are the online versions of traditional begging or panhandling, which involves crowdfunding and asking strangers for money for immediate needs. Get help … Read more
Both students and teachers can benefit from learning and teaching at times when they are more convenient and productive. As a result of online learning and teaching, the process of engagement can be broken down into smaller more frequent portions of time, with opportunities to reflect between them. There is a good chance that you … Read more
Medicaid for Adults What help is available? You may qualify for Medicaid, a joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with limited income from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Am I eligible? Each state has different rules about eligibility and applying for Medicaid for adults. Learn more about eligibility. … Read more
If you can’t afford to pay your home heating or cooling bill, you may be able to get help from the government or your local social services agency or nonprofit. What help is available for my home energy bill? The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) may be able to help with: Assistance to pay your … Read more
Discovering your passion and turning it into a business is not rocket science. Our “Escape Backpack” will show you what it takes, inspire you with real life case studies, and keep you going with a “getting unstuck” toolkit. 1. PASSION Wake up every morning energized and happy to be reunited with your most passionate-self. Life is too short to waste it on … Read more
We need to feel better about aging in order to age better, says writer and activist Carl Honoré. How? In this spirited talk, Honoré offers a set of simple solutions to combat ageism — as well as a host of trailblazers and changemakers who came into their own later in life, from artists and musicians … Read more
Get rid of stress simply by clowning around. Matthew A. Wilson helps to show in this video how laughter is the best medicine. In this heartwarming talk, he shares glimpses of how clowning around can help patients (and medical staff) navigate stressful situations — with no side effects.
Happiness and fulfillment in life doesn’t come automatically. In fact, being able to live a happy and fulfilling life is an uphill battle. We are faced with a laundry list of problems, challenges, responsibilities and worries that pull us in a million directions. Amongst all the noise, we lose ourselves — leaving our dreams, needs … Read more