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Show I Sun Advocate Price, Utah Tuesday March 12, 2002 9B The deadline for submitting FYI items is Itiesday at 5 p.m. Utah Senate, House approve state adult protective services legislation In a display of overwhelming support, members of the Utah Senate recently unanimously approved adult protective services legislation, Sponsored by Rep. Patricia : Jones as well as Sen. John Valentine and previously passed by the Utah House of Representatives, 'the bill is now on its way to the governor for his signature. Members of AARP Utahs legislative action team have worked long and hard in support of this bill and have been credited . for its success, commented the state organizations acting president Ruby HammeL The bill forwards favorable public policy for the residents of Utah, most especially for older and vulnerable adults, continued the .organizations acting president Enactment of HB 0025 SI will enhance the provision of adult protective services in our state and . vastly improve the quality of care that older and vulnerable adults receive in nursing homes and from home and community based care providers. AARP Utah is proud to have been a part of this successful effort, concluded HammeL Gov. Mike Leavitt indicated that he will sign the bill mi March 13. AARP is a nonpartisan membership organization for people ages 50 years and older. The organization provides information and resources for the groups members and acts as an advocate on legislative, consumer and legal issues. AARP Utah assists members in serving communities and offers a wide range of benefits, products and services. The organization is active in every part of the United States, the District 6f Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. non-prof- THANK YOU Words cannot express our appreciation for the outpouring of low and support shown to us during this difficult time. it, names essay contest winners WAAIME Tanner Herrick and Cameron Hansen are the winners of a local essay contest sponsored by the Women's Auxiliary to the American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical and Petroleum Engineers. The topic for die 2002 WAAIME competition focused on the most useful minerals. Students in Carbon and Emery counties participated in the which made the schools eligible for donations by WAAIME. Castle Heights, Westridge and Pinnacle Canyon Academy participated. Two winners were selected by a panel of judges from the geology de- event partment at College of Eastern Utah. . : Herrick captured top honors in the upper division with his essay on aluminum and won $125 in earth sciences materials for his classroom at Your generosity through flowers, food, cards and time spent with us has tntfy touched our hearts. A special thank you gres out to: Bobby and Annette Etzel and Mitchell Funeral Home Jac and IJ.sa Potter and 7th Ward Emery County Sheriffs Department DBT America Thank you from the Family of Zeph Knighton Kelli, Jake & lyicr Knighton Kent & Katyn Gilbert & Victor Tbmer Evelyn & John Pfnister Annette & Stuart Arnold Tony & Kena Knighton Vicky & Leandro Castaneda Melissa & DJ Blanton Westridge. Hansen, a student at Pinnacle Canyon, won the elementary division with an essay on the mineral sand and also received $125 in earth Families headed parents face financial challenges, demands By JOHN adviser FORD-Financia- l According to the 2000 United .States Census, single-parehomes are more prevalent than nt ever before. Unfortunately, families led by single moms are often financially worse off than two parent households. . Single mothers face unique challenges and should take special care to plan their finances. While fadnga future of responsibility for themselves and their . children without the comfort of a double income can be difficult, it is not impossible. Carbon County residents should consider the following tips: Assess your spending habits . and develop a budget With ail financial demands ,placed on one income, single mothers must first understand how they spend money and take appropriate steps to meet immediate needs as well as long-terfinancial goals. First review cash flow to obtain a better sense ofwhere money is going. Once you understand .your spending habits, you can cut 'but unnecessary expenses or scale 'back on exorbitant spending v Consider making small changes to save cash. For example, pack a lunch, bring coffee to work .instead of buying expensive gourmet lattes ami limit purchases of personal and leisure items such as cosmetics or movie tickets. Free yourself from credit card debt While you may have been able to stretch your standard of living by using credit cards, stop now ami pay them off If you are financing debt on credit cards, you cant save money. And if you are not saving money, .you probably do not have sufficient .emergency funds to cover three to six months of household expenses - a critical safety net. Call the credit card companies and ask fra- - better interest rates. If .the companies will not offer abetter rate, consider transferring your balance to an institution that can. For more help, try contacting a credit counseling non-prof- it m ATTENTION and staff at the Southeastern Utah non-prof- Price Bity's Gulture saw-- Eye Clinic would like to welcome Price Institute Ghoir ' Thursday, Wlarch 2 id I to the Carbon-Emerarea. She was a long time resident of Carbon County, graduate of Carbon High School and The College of Eastern Utah. She attended the University of Utah and received her Doctorate degree from Pacific University College of Optometry in 1997. Dr. Saccomanno has been practicing in the Salt Lake City area and has returned to her hometown to raise her family and continue her excellence in Optometry. y at nt O.'N 0 face Givic fluditoriw Jldmission is Free Dr. Saccomanno will be seeing patients in our office during regular hours. late Yl St, Aatinas Chunk aana flh Complete Direct Cremations Spaghetti Dlaissr at Price includes Transportation, Container, Plastic Urn, & Filing of Documents llelpar Chtie RadHoriaa Sunday March 17, 2002r M:-- Spanish Valley Mortuary ' J Free rf 48,995 sr APUIT - $6.00 CHILPRBN ago TolI Moab, Utah rfl . 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 10 and FEATURING under - $3.00 Siqieriiir Quality You Hxpeel in a Home." "Wholesale Prices Direct to the Public" Tib Oof Anllshls DOUBLEStfromf V teLOlRijNLTA " NAWCIF, 66CSS p.m. 7m-3- Saccomanno Dr. Judy Olson Patriotic and Easter Songs college plans. ings plans, education individual retirement accounts and pre-patuition plans are viable options. homes ofAlso, single-pareten have lower incomes and typically qualify for financial aid. Tike advantage of investment strategies that help grow assets, but do not interfere with financial aid eligibility. Teach children about money management, thoroughly explain the familys financial situation and involve youth in making spending decisions. Teach children the concept of spending limits and encourage youth to be the financially responsible and independent Continue to save for retirement. Even if it is difficult to make ends meet, continuing to make contributions to a retirement account is essentiaL ' Save early and save often. Take advantage of employer contributions to your retirement plan and consider automatic investment plans outside of your retirement plan to increase retirement wealth. Also, if you are getting divorced, you may have the right to part of your spouses retirement account in addition to your own. Make sure you are insured. If you are entirely dependent (Hi one income, having disability insurance is an important part of avoiding serious financial trouble. If you are not covered in the event of an accident, you will not be able to take care of your children. Even more importantly, because you may be the only person responsible for your childrens well being, life insurance is essential to ensure that your children are cared for financially in the event ofyour death. State-sponsor- Gonnection Presents Research investment . , Magliocco 'typically charging about $15 it credit service will help set up a budget, offer money management classes and develop a plan for reducing debt. 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