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Resources for Families With Breast Cancer

When someone dear to you has breast cancer, the condition can take its toll on everyone. Dealing with the illness can be overwhelming, to say the least. Not knowing what to do or what to expect can add to the anxiety that slowly builds up each day. Often, you feel helpless. You want to help, but you don’t know where to start. Fortunately, you can get some support through available resources for families with breast cancer.

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Programs at School for Troubled Teens

While teen boot camps, military schools, wilderness programs and boarding schools provide intensive, off-site support and direction for troubled teens, parents may prefer an in-school program as an initial measure. Before you get your heart set on a specific intervention, check your school district’s offerings, as programs vary according to local resources. Public schools often have a wider range of services than private and charter schools, due to legal requirements and federal funding.

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Summer Vacation Ideas for Kids

Summer is looming, and with it comes that age-old question: What do I do with the kids during summer vacation? While most children look forward to summer with glee, the novelty of free time soon wears off, leaving them bored with nothing to do. By utilizing some local resources, you can find ideas for keeping your kids busy-and happy- during summer vacation. Before you know it, it’ll be time to shop for school.