Compared to what adults face, it doesn’t seem like kids have much to worry about during the holidays. The reality is children and teens also experience stress and seasonal health concerns that can be just as overwhelming, particularly during the holiday break when schedules become more hectic and less predictable. This holiday season, five simple tips can help your family stay well and have a good time. 1. Fight Germs. Family gatherings, airports and travel stops, shopping malls, even the school library during finals week - they’re all home to germs. Protect yourself by getting a flu... Read more
The rumors have been swirling about the Lynx bus service lately. Some people are under the impression that a new Lynx bus will service this side of town, that fares will increase and that the PickUpLine service will be changed. But those rumors are actually untrue. According to John Lewis, the CEO of Lynx, the only service change that will affect the East Orlando area at this time is the splitting of Link 30. The Link 30, which ran from Winter Garden to the University of Central Florida, needed to have it’s route cut in half as it had to cover such a large area and, therefore, has trouble... Read more
Conveniently located in Winter Park, the Baby Place team is known for their experience, expertise and bedside manner. Expectant mothers in Orlando and its surrounding areas have an ultra-exclusive choice when deciding where to deliver their bundle of joy. It’s a place where every moment of every day centers around making mom feel comfortable, pampered and surrounded by the finer things as she embarks on life’s greatest milestone. It’s the Dr. P. Phillips Baby Place at Winter Park Memorial, a Florida Hospital, and it’s Central Florida’s only luxury boutique obstetric... Read more
So you’ve finally decided to give your time and volunteer in your community. That’s great, but where do you even begin? Don’t feel alone, there are plenty of folks that want to donate their time and talent, but don’t know where to start. Below are some important things to consider when serving your community. Choose a Cause That Interests You Make sure you choose a cause and position that fits with your personality so you can make the most out of your time spent with your organization(s) of choice. In addition to enjoying your time there, you’ll also be more likely... Read more
Through campus involvement, college students have the chance to discover more about themselves, develop new interests and further the causes that are most important to them. At the University of Central Florida (UCF), several student organizations are dedicated to personal growth through community service, by providing a variety of volunteer opportunities. Members of UCF’s Honors Congress volunteering at Give Kids the World in November 2010. “I think it’s important for every person to volunteer, because no matter who you are, you have a gift that you can use to give back to the community,”... Read more
