It is estimated that over 12 million Americans need assistance from others to conduct daily activities. The aging of the population is expected to triple long-term care expenditures in the next 40 years from $115 billion to $346 billion per year. In 2000, there were an estimated 4 million people 85 years or older in the United States. In fifty years, that number is expected to increase to 18 million. read more »

All of us are busy with the things that we are passionate about. Our passions likely include work, volunteering or involving ourselves with family. Now its time to select gifts for family, friends and business associates. Here’s some ideas to minimize the effort so you can stay focused on your priorities:

The terrorist attacks of Sept. 11 are keeping people at home and out of restaurants. Why not consider some cooking gadgets for budding chefs. For $199 at the Bon, you can purchase a 7-piece professional knife set. read more »

Whether you’ve taken a few college classes or completed an Associates Degree, there are ample opportunities in Kitsap County to complete Bachelors and Masters Degrees. read more »