In October, we see a lot of orange – from leaves changing to pumpkin patches, candy corn and more …. But there’s one thing that’s bright orange that you don’t want to see this season… and that’s your home going up in smoke!
October is Fire Safety and Prevention Month, and this week is actually Fire Prevention Week. Now is the ideal time to review some common fire safety tips and make sure that the only orange you’ll be seeing this fall is in celebration of the season. Check out the link below for more information and tips.
http://www.redcross.org/get-help/prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/fire
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Home Fire Safety
Tips for Carving the Perfect Jack-o-Lantern
1. Choose a large pumpkin. The larger the pumpkin, the easier it is to carve. Avoid any pumpkins with bruises or moldy stems as they will spoil much faster. Pumpkins with a lighter color tend to be softer and easier to carve.
2. When cutting out the top, place the knife at a 45 degree angle so the lid will have a place to rest when you replace it. If you cut straight down, the lid will fall through.
3. When cleaning the pumpkin, save the seeds. Toasted pumpkin seeds make a healthy as well as tasty snack. Use a large, heavy metal serving spoon or ice cream scoop to scrape the insides. If you plan to light the pumpkin with a candle, the back wall should be scraped as smooth as possible since this is where the light will be reflected. A 1-inch thickness of the pumpkin wall is optimum.
4. For longer life, soak the cleaned pumpkin a couple of hours in a bleach water solution of 1 teaspoon bleach to 1 gallon of water. Dry thoroughly, then rub inside and out, including all cut edges, with vegetable oil or petroleum jelly to prevent shriveling.
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July 27 at 8:25 AM ·
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Each year in October, our Agency takes an extra effort to inform our clients about Breast Cancer Awareness Month and make sure that you know that our agency offers Cancer Insurance.
Most all of us know someone, a mother, aunt, sister, or friend, who has battled breast cancer. For more information about Breast Cancer Awareness and many resources to help, please visit http://www.cancer.org/
Call our office today to learn more about Cancer Insurance and how we can help you with this special protection.
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American Cancer Society | Information and Resources about for Cancer: Breast, Colon, Lung, Prostate, Skin
Happy Birthday to all our friends and family celebrating a birthday this month!
Today is the last day of September, and we want to remind you about our agency’s observance of Life Insurance Awareness Month. Life insurance is a crucial part of your insurance portfolio, but too many people don’t include it in their coverage. Have you thought about what would happen if your family were left to deal with things on their own tomorrow and were left to manage on their own financially? Make sure you’ve talked to us about this very important coverage!
Happy Friday! We have survived another week!
Recommending our Agency to your family & friends is the best compliment we could ever receive.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month! Greater knowledge and awareness can lead to earlier detection and save lives!
Need a weekend project? Winterizing your home will help your home run smoothly over the winter and prevent minor issues from turning into large ones.
• Inspect Your Roof – Using a pair of binoculars look for missing, damaged or loose shingles as well as debris.
• Check for Drafts – Check around windows and doors for drafts. Cold winter air coming in can affect your heating bill pretty heavily.
• Inspect and Clean Your Furnace – Have a professional test for leaks and check the efficiency of your heating system. The filter should be changed and the entire system cleaned before heavy use during the winter.
• Turn Off Faucets – Put away hoses and shut down your outside faucets. A hose attached to an outside faucet in winter will often result in a burst pipe.
It's very important to review your insurance policies on a periodic basis. It's the best way to make sure you have the coverage you need and are fully protected in the event of a claim. We are happy to review your polices with you. Just give us a call!
Happy Monday! Here’s to you having an awesome day!
November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month. According to the Epilepsy Foundation, 1 in 10 people will experience a seizure throughout their life, and 1 in 26 will develop epilepsy. Learn more about epilepsy and how you can make a difference by going to https://www.epilepsy.com/
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Epilepsy Foundation
Make this week great. Schedule your policy review today and have confidence that you are fully protected for the unknown.
Happy Friday the 13th!!
Today is #WorldKindnessDay – Show the world your kindness and compassion!
https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/world-kindness-day/seven-ways
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World Kindness Day
We would like to take this opportunity to say “Thank You” to all the veterans who have served our country faithfully. We give extra thanks to those men and women who are currently serving our country in the armed forces and the families who support them.
Did you know that November is national Child Safety and Protection Month? It is meant to bring awareness to all the risks and dangers that children safe every day.
Here are a few tips to keep the kids in your life safe and protected.
• Medications, cleaners, and other harmful substances should be kept out of reach of children or in a locked cabinet. This is especially important with young kids.
• Keep your local poison control number handy.
• Conduct fire drills.
• Do not leave a stove or oven unattended.
• Use back burners and turn pot handles toward the back of the stove
With toddlers and young babies, the best way to make sure your house is safe is to get down at the eye level of your child. Crawl around the floor to get an idea of what is at their eye level. It may seem silly but can be crucial to keep the little ones safe.
Want more safety tips? https://www.all4kids.org/news/blog/how-to-raise-awareness-for-child-safety-protection-month/
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Child Safety Tips & Resources | Children's Bureau
Happy Friday!
Today is National Nachos Day! Here a great nacho recipe you can make at home.
https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/nachos/
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The Best Nachos Recipe | SimplyRecipes.com
Today is National Wear Red Day to raise awareness about the dangers and prevention of heart disease as part of American Heart Month. Are you wearing red today?
February is recognized as American Heart Month to urge Americans to join the battle against heart disease. Learn more at https://www.heart.org/
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American Heart Association
Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating a birthday this month!
As we are fully in the grips of winter, here are just a few winter safety tips:
• If you must drive in the snow, drive SLOW and keep a travel kit in your vehicle that includes a warm blanket, flashlight, water, flares or triangle reflectors, first-aid kit, and extra batteries.
• Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia and get first aid immediately if detected.
• Invest in carbon monoxide detectors – over 400 people die every year from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Have you reviewed your insurance policy lately? You could be missing out on discounts or have gaps in your coverage you are unaware of. Call us today to schedule your review.
Hello Monday!
