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Underwater Adventures and More at 6th Annual Stamford Health, Health Wellness & Sports Expo 2017 presented by WABC-TV

Scuba lessons are among the many new attractions at the 6th Annual Stamford Health, Health Wellness & Sports Expo 2017 presented by WABC-TV at Chelsea Piers Connecticut, 1 Blachley Road, in Stamford on Saturday, October 21,10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, October 22, 2017, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission and parking are free.

This exciting new feature will complement a weekend-long array of informative and fun activities and exhibits for all ages. Discover Scuba classes by Capt.

Saam’s Scuba School will take place at the Chelsea Piers pool on Sunday, October 22 from noon to 5p.m.

There will be four two-hour sessions which will include one hour of instruction and the second hour in the pool environment.

Equipment will be provided. The cost is $35 per person and participants will also receive a $50 coupon towards future lessons at Capt. Saam’s in Stamford.

The class is open to children 10 and over. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent. Contact Capt. Saam’s at 203-327-2822 for the waiver required for registration.

At the Expo, visitors will find health education provided by Stamford Health, activities for children, special guests, plus the latest information, products, services and demos from over 100 exhibitors and much more.

Additional highlights include flu shots provided by CVS Health (insurance and/or cash payments accepted), healthy food demos with registered dietitian Cora Ragaini RD of Grade A ShopRite, The Healthy Restaurant Sampling Zone featuring 18 area restaurants offering healthy cuisine tastings, The Loft Healthy Seminars led by participating restaurant representatives and The Shark Tank Health Zone, showcasing “As Seen on Shark Tank” wellness entrepreneurs including Billy Blanks Jr. of Dance It Out, who will conduct his popular dance fitness class on Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m., and Sunday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Chelsea Piers Athletic Club. To register for the class, download the waiver at www.hws-expos.com Those who bring nonperishable food for The Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County will receive a free raffle ticket or raffle tickets can be purchased for $5. Healthy raffle prizes will be announced throughout the weekend. A silent auction will also benefit The Food Bank.

Courtesy of Capt. Saam's Scuba School

Discover Scuba classes by Capt. Saam's Scuba School will be a new attraction at Expo 2017

For information and updates, visit www.hws-expos.com and follow on Twitter @hws_expos, Instagram @hws_expos and Facebook.com/hws.expos Sponsors are Stamford Health, WABC-TV, Grade A ShopRite, CVS Health, EBMAS CT Martial Arts, Mountainside, Val’s Putnam Wines & Liquors, Healthcare News, News 12 Connecticut, Stamford Magazine/Moffly Media, Star 99.9, 95.9 Fox, The Advocate/Hearst Media Services, Natural Awakenings, Natural Nutmeg, Jen Danzi, Macaroni Kid and Fairfield Parent. This event is produced

by TMK Sports & Entertainment, a Greenwich, CT-based event marketing company.

Scenes from Expo 2016

Photo credit: Marsin Digital

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Summer is winding down; it’s time to think about school again.

As you pick out new clothes and backpacks, here are four back-to-school preparations that can make a real difference in your child’s health and academic success this school year.

These four things may seem basic and simple — but can be very effective when families do them.

So give them a try. You’ll be glad you did.

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4 Tips

Get your child on a sleep schedule — with good sleep habits.

Get your child started on his school sleep schedule at least a week before school starts. Children should get 8-10 hours of sleep every night, so count back from when they need to wake up to find the right bedtime. Switching to an earlier bedtime isn’t easy. You will likely need to wake your child earlier and adjust your family evening schedules to accommodate the change. Remember that screens (TV, phone, computer, tablet) emit a light that can “wake up the brain” and make sleeping harder, so turn them off a good hour before bedtime.

2

Plan healthy lunches and snacks.

Use the end of summer to talk with your child about healthy food they can bring to school.

Try out some new fruits and vegetables, find yogurts and cheese and nuts (if the school allows nuts) they like, look at recipes together, buy some containers to pack food and drinks to bring with them. If they have some time to plan with you and get excited, you may be able to avoid sending junk food and sweets.

to get your child off to a great start

3

Make an appealing homework place, and decide on a routine.

They should have a quiet, well-lit, pleasant place to do their homework. For younger children, it should be where you can easily supervise, but not necessarily in the middle of family chaos. For all ages, the homework place should involve a desk or table, and should not be near a television.

Fix the area up ahead of time, with things like a good lamp, a cup for pencils and pens and a pencil sharpener. Decide together when in the day your child will do homework (right after school, before dinner, after dinner, etc.)

4

Plan activities — and downtime.

It’s important that your child be active, so signing up for a team sport or other physical activity (like a martial art or rock-climbing) can be a good idea, and it can be fun to learn to do something like draw or play an instrument. Sit with your child and plan out some after school activities. Be sure that there is enough time for homework and sleep — and be sure that there is downtime every day too, as this is crucial for your child’s mental health.

Your child needs time to relax and play no matter what their age Source:www.health.harvard.edu/ Claire McCarthy, MD

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I had trouble believing this myself, but what if I told you that there exists a recently FDA approved laser that can grow your hair back?

It feels like an episode from a SciFi movie, only better because it is true, and the FDA agrees. Pioneers in laser medicine have discovered that Low Level Laser Light Therapy (known as LLLT) can resuscitate dying hair follicles and stimulate hair to grow again. How does it work? The laser heals the follicle by improving blood circulation, nutrient flow, and rate of removal of harmful DHT (from testosterone) among other positive benefits. On a cellular level, this means improved metabolism and protein synthesis, increased ATP (energy) production to repair the weakened follicle and cellular stimulation.

All this means prevention of hair loss, improved hair quality and hair growth. But don’t take just my word for it, take the FDA’s.

The FDA looked at data from thousands of patients who received a full treatment cycle, and they found it to be SAFE and EFFECTIVE. There is no pain, no surgery, no drugs, no side effects. And it works.

This all translates into a modern day medical miracle. Very few people are not candidates for benefit from this device, whether you are young or old, male of female. (If all your hair is dormant, and your scalp is shiny bald with no inkling of remaining hair, you would have been excluded from the study). Of course, it takes a commitment to your hair. Each cycle is 20”, and you need to complete a 48 treatment cycle… so far, hair doesn’t grow from trees…but it can grow from a laser!

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By Nancy Sorbella

GENERAL MANAGER

It’s hard to believe that it is already August! While summer is winding down there is no shortage of healthy activities to still take advantage of outdoors.

This month we are trying to hit the outdoor concert circuit, do some yoga on the beach and maybe on a paddleboard, find the best open air markets and just generally soak up the last days of summer.

We are also looking forward to being part of the upcoming Stamford Health, Wellness & Sport Expo, to joining so many like-minded businesses promoting a healthy lifestyle in Fairfield County!

In the meantime, please take the time to read our tips and content and let us know what you think and how we can be a resource for all of your local health and wellness needs and goals.

We want to get to know you, our dedicated reader, better, and to provide informative solutions to everyday challenges.

Thank you for supporting us and being part of our journey; we are working every day to better serve and support the vibrant communities of Fairfield County.

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Healthy Back to School Habits

From packing healthy lunches to fitting in family physical activities, keep your kids on the right track this school year with these tips.

Get Active

Kicking off the school year can be a busy time, leaving little room for physical activity. These three steps can help you find time to be active as a family.

1. Keep track of how your family spends time for one week.

2. Start small. Find two 30-minute time slots when your family can be active together after school or on the weekends.

3. Get going. Try these great tips:

Eat Right

Learn the ABCs of saving calories and money when you shop for groceries to pack your kids’ lunches.

Always use ads and store bonus cards, which may offer discounts on healthy foods like fruits and veggies.

Buy produce in season to cut costs. Fall is often the best time of year to find a wide range of local produce.

Compare brands and package sizes to find the best buy. Be sure to read the Nutrition Facts label on packaged food to choose products with lower numbers for calories, saturated and trans fats, sodium, and sugars.

Turn food shopping into family time after school or on the weekends!

Bring your kids along and teach them to look out for healthy choices.

For more tips to eat healthy as you get back into the swing of the school year schedule, visit the We Can! Eat Right webpage at http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/ public/heart/obesity/wecan/ eat-right/index.htm.

• Walk your kids to school • Ride bikes after dinner • Play baseball • Jump rope • Shoot baskets • Dance • Walk the dog • Play tag • Rake leaves

To keep your family active this school year, visit the We Can! Get Active webpage at http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/obesity/wecan/get-active/index.htm.

Reduce Screen Time

Kids spend a big part of their day sitting in the classroom, so you can help your children spend less time in front of the TV, computer, and video games—and more time having fun as a family—with these tips

Turn off the TV during mealtime and talk with your children about what they learned in school that day. Families who eat together tend to eat healthier.

Limit screen time to two hours each day for children 2 or older.

Suggest playing outside after school and join in the fun.

Turn on some music and have a family dance party.

Be a good role model. If you reduce your screen time and move more, your kids will too!

Find more tips on how you can reduce your family’s screen time, visit the We Can! Reduce Screen Time webpage at http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/heart/ obesity/wecan/reduce-screen-time/index.htm.

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You Must Do Before

Summer Ends

While every season has its perks, there are some things that just seem more fun when they happen in the summer.

With fall fast approaching, here are a few things you should be sure to check off your seasonal bucket list, while you still can…

Healthcare News - Fairfield County August, 2017 1. Pick some fruit Check the orchards in your area for U-pick fresh fruit, grab a basket and go pick some blueberries.

Afterwards you can make a fresh blueberry pie!

2. Go to an outdoor concert Fairfield County offers a variety of outdoor concerts.

We have provided a list in this edition. There is nothing more relaxing than sitting on the lawn with your family and istening to live music. If you feel like it—get up and dance!

3. Bring a book to the park There are few things better than spending an afternoon in a sunny park with a good book. Bring your favorite read, a blanket, and a beverage, and camp out for an afternoon date with yourself! If you need some recommendations, we have a summer book list in this edition.

4. Attend an outdoor yoga class There is no better way to practice being in the present moment than while birds are singing, bugs are flying and nature is coming to play with you in downward dog.

5. Plan a day trip somewhere new A sunny Saturday is the perfect time to take a drive up the coast, or check out that tourist monument you’ve always passed over, or go wine tasting with some friends.

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6. Attend a bonfire Bonfires are a lot of fun. Find a friend with a house in the middle of nowhere and build yourself a fire. Grab the kids and some S’mores ingredients. Call up your buddy that can strum practically every hit on an acoustic guitar. Make a party out of it!

7. Go to an outdoor movie Fairfield County has screenings in public parks during the summer. Do a bit of online searching and see what’s playing near you! The kids will be thrilled to watch a favorite movie under the stars.

8. Go for a picnic It seems a little old-fashioned, but a picnic can still be a lot of fun.

Put some food in a basket or a cooler, go find a grassy spot somewhere, plop down, and have a meal. Just be sure to avoid the ant hills!

9. Cook with fresh produce One of the best parts of the summer season is all of the fresh produce available to cook and bake with. Make use of your local farmer’s market and whip up something delicious and summery while these foods are in season!

10. Make lemonade There’s nothing like homemade lemonade (not from a packet or a powder), and no time like the present. source: www.levo.com

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OUTDOOR CONCERTS DANCING, MOVIES & BEACH YOGA The Fairfield Parks & Recreation Department has an entertaining August planned for your family!

Visit www.fairfieldct.org for more information and to view the sponsors of each event.

Summer Concert Series 2017

Concerts are at the Sherman Green Gazebo, unless otherwise indicated.

Weather Cancellations, 203-256-3144 Wed Thu Sat Sun Thur Sat Sun Thu Sat Sun Sat

Aug 2 Aug 3 Aug 5 Aug 6 Aug 10 Aug 12 Aug 13 Aug 17 Aug 19 Aug 20 Aug 26

6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30 6:30

The Bob Button Band - Big Band Era 60's Satisfaction - Relive the Era Silver Steel - Steel Drum Caribbean Frank Porto Band - 50's, 60's & On Tony Reno - Rock, Pop & Oldies Vertigo - Rock, Funk, Danceable Classics The Glamour Girls - Swing, Soul, Pop Vinnie Carr - Music & Memories Free Ride - Classic Rock Keltic Kick - Irish, Scottish The John Saxon Band

Peanut Butter Jam Concerts Picnic Performances for Kids

Kids will enjoy interactive musical, foot stompin' performances on the Sherman Green every Wednesday this summer. Pack a picnic and journey down for a children's musical celebration! All shows start at 10:00 AM. Wed Wed

Aug 2 Aug 9

10:15 10:15

Ryan SanAngelo Marcia Louis

Sand Jam & Family Movie Nights

DJ, Marvin Parsons, Vision Edge Symphony Music and the Professionals from the Double Up Dance Studio will get you and the kids up dancing at the Sand Jam Family Fun Dance! It's a spectacular evening at Jennings Beach that begins at 6:30 PM! Following the dance enjoy an evening with the stars of the Silver Screen under a starry summer sky. Pack a beach chair, blanket & some munchies and you're ready for a great family movie!

Dances begin at 6:30 PM and Movies begin at dark.

(Thursday, August 3 Moana, Thursday, August 10, Secret Life of Pets ) Beach Stickers are needed for cars to enter Jennings Beach.

Morning Beach Yoga Jacky Durrell Pavilion (Penfield II) Penfield Beach Fairfield Wednesdays 6:00 -700 am 7/5 to 8/30

Saturdays & Sundays 7:30 -8:30am 7/1 t0 8/27

For details visit www.yoga4everybody.net Yoga For Everybody 203-254-YOGA (9642)

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Reading is exercise for your brain: Our August Book List for Healthcare News Backyard Farming on An Acre (More or Less) Angela England Informative and relevant; how to make the most out of whatever size landscape that you have available to create a sustainable small scale farm and how to manage produce yield including animals, chickens and dairy.

Bossypants Tina Fey Humorous autobiography of one of the most well-known female comedians of the 21st century Fun Home Alison Bechdel A memoir, a tragicomedy, about a family funeral home, great books, sexuality and coming of age in graphic imagery and prose.

Survivor’s Cllub: The True Story of a Very Young Survivor of Auschwitz Michael Bornstein, Debbie Bornstein Holinstat The true story of a very young survivor of Auschwitz (Michael Bornstein) as recounted by the author and his daughter, about his and his family’s journey during and after the holocaust and the resilience of the human spirit.

The Soundtrack of My Life Clive Davis Fascinating autobiography of Clive Davis’ over 50 years in the music business.

There Is Life After College: What Parents and Students Should Know About Navigating School to Prepare for the Jobs of Tomorrow Jeffery J. Selingo Great guide to help families navigate the higher education system in the US to help face the current and future job market Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City Matthew Desmond A view of the world of poverty through housing and the challenges and disparity of wealth and opportunity among the working class.

Before We Were Yours Lisa Wingate A compelling work of historical fiction based upon the true story of a system of orphanages that made a living stealing poor children and selling them as orphans to the rich. This hard-to-putdown work brings together 2 families, generations apart and ties them to this time in history with a remarkable outcome.

The Complete Works William Shakespeare A classic for all readers and a great reference tool.

A Girl Named Zippy Haven Kimmel A classic, vintage memoir of growing up in a small Midwestern town in the 60’s and 70’s, humorous and candid prose about the way life used to be. photos provided

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Beach Shape-Up Routine Last-M i

nute

Swimsuit season is almost over. But it's not too late to get toned! These simple moves, will help you firm up in as lttle as 2 weeks, so you'll still have time to rock that suit.

Not only does this routine target multiple muscles, but it also gives your metabolism a boost (since your body’s in constant motion).

Do 5 sets twice a week.

Upper body: Caterpillar walk

Stand with feet together. Bend over, bringing hands to floor, then slowly walk hands forward to come into push-up position with hands in line with shoulders; do one push-up. Keeping hands planted, walk feet toward them and return to standing; that's one rep. Keep your core tight throughout the move.

Do 10 reps.

source:www.health.com

Core: Rotational mountain climber

Begin in the "up" part of a push-up with hands outside shoulders, feet together, core engaged.

Bring your left knee forward toward your right elbow so your left hip points toward the floor; return to previous position, then repeat on opposite side.

Continue alternating for 30 seconds.

Lower body: Curtsy Lunge

Stand with feet together.

Step left foot across and in front of right foot while dropping right knee down in lunge position. Push into both feet to return to standing, then repeat on the opposite side; that's one rep. For best form, keep chest and chin up as you lunge.

Do 10 reps.

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Make the most of End-of-Summer Vegetables Green Chile Enchiladas with Summer Squash and Cherry Tomatoes Makes 4 to 6 servings

A simple summer vegetable sauté—shallots, squash, cherry tomatoes and spinach— serves as the filling for these healthier-thanusual enchiladas that taste great with another popular summer staple: guacamole!

Ingredients

Olive oil 2 medium summer squash, finely diced 1 large shallot, thinly sliced 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved 5 ounces baby spinach 8 ounces shredded jack cheese 16 ounces tomatillo or green chile salsa 8 ounces fat-free plain Greek yogurt 10 8-inch corn tortillas 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over a high flame. Sauté the squash and shallot until tender and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the cherry tomatoes and continue to cook until the tomatoes have softened and begun releasing their juices, about 3 minutes more. Stir in the spinach and cook for another few minutes, until wilted. Set filling aside to cool slightly.

3. Meanwhile, combine the salsa, yogurt and ½ cup water or stock in a medium mixing bowl and whisk until combined.

4. Ladle half the sauce into the bottom of a 9 x 13 casserole dish (or into two 8 x 8 dishes).

Add half the cheese to the squash mixture and stir to combine. Spoon a few heaping tablespoons of the veggies into the center of one of the tortillas. Roll and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

5. Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

6. Bake in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and beginning to brown.

Source: www.learnvest.com

Although the weather may be getting nippier nowadays, with that first hint of fall in the air at night, your garden likely hasn’t gotten the memo just yet.

At this point in the season, gardens and farmers' markets are still churning out a bounty of tomatoes and zucchini—but our stomachs are somewhat over the idea of another Caprese salad or chilled soup. What we crave is something a little warmer, a little heartier ... yet still decidedly summery.

The solution: Consider this affordable, end-of-summer recipe, which will give you some fresh perspective on what to do with all of those veggies still growing in your garden.

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Start the school year with a smile: 3 back-to-school tips It’s the start of a new school year, and your kids are set with new clothes and school supplies. But don’t forget about oral health! Add these dental health tips to your back-to-school checklist.

1. Take your kids to the dentist

Start the school year right with a dental cleaning and exam. Ask your child’s dentist about sealants and fluoride treatments to prevent decay.

These treatments are easy ways to stop cavities before they start.

2. Pick the right snacks

Swap out lunchbox no-no’s with healthy alternatives. Instead of chips or crackers, try nuts. Salty snacks break down into a sticky goo, coating teeth and promoting decay. Replace juice and soda with milk or water.

Avoid candies and granola bars, offering crunchy snacks like celery sticks, baby carrots and cubes of cheddar cheese.

3. Make brushing and flossing fun

To keep their mouths healthy, kids need to brush twice a day for two minutes at a time. They should also floss every day, preferably after dinner. Try these tricks to make oral hygiene more exciting: • Use a sticker calendar. Let your kids place stickers on each day to represent brushing and flossing.

• Play music. Collect your kids’ favorite two-minute songs and make sure they brush the whole time.

• Personalize. Help your child pick a themed toothbrush in his or her favorite color.

• Provide a kid-friendly floss holder. These Y-shaped devices make flossing more comfortable. Source:www.deltadentalins.com

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volunteer match up

Become a Museum Docent

Fairfield Museum & History Center 370 Beach Road, Fairfield, CT 06824 Skills Teaching/Instruction People Skills Storytelling

Cause Areas

Requirements & Commitment Orientation or Training Occasional mornings throughout the week

Volunteer Readers

School Volunteer Association of Bridgeport, Inc.

All schools in Bridgeport, CT 06610 Good Match for Stay at home parents High School students People 55+

Cause Areas

Raise a Future Guide Dog Guiding Eyes for the Blind State of Connecticut Hartford, CT 06106

Good Match for Teens People 55+ Cause Areas

About Are you a lifelong learner who has a passion for history and education? The Fairfield Museum and History Center welcomes applications from prospective docent volunteers. Discover the fascinating people and events that helped to shape our community and share your part of our national story and identity. Whether you’ve lived here for many years or you’re new to the area, discover the rewards of sharing the rich history of our town and region with students, families and adults.

For an application and more information, please contact Christine Jewell, Director of Education, at 203-259-1598 or education@fairfieldmuseum.org About

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Reading Enrichment volunteers read books aloud to Pre-K through grade 6 classes in one of the public elementary schools in Bridgeport.

Volunteers may read weekly, semi-monthly or monthly, and sessions last about 30 minutes.

The School Volunteer Association of Bridgeport provides the books that are read and then donated to the classroom libraries.

Please go to www.volunteermatch.org/search/ opp260974.jsp for more information about this volunteer match up.

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We are actively seeking volunteer Puppy Raisers to care for our adorable, purpose-bred dogs during the first eighteen months of their lives. Raisers teach puppies house manners and basic obedience while socializing them to the everyday world, thus laying the foundation for success in guide dog training. Guiding Eyes provides extensive support including weekly obedience classes, free veterinary care and local assistance.

To find out more about our Puppy Raising Program please visit our website:

www.guidingeyes.org or call us at 1-866 GEB LABS (1-866 432 5227).

Source: www.volunteermatch.org

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The emotional roller coaster

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Recognize this is a time of ambivalence for all parents.

The excitement and joy about opportunities awaiting your child are mixed with the waves of nostalgia and a sense of loss. Talk with other parents who are going through the same thing.

Tips for parents of new college students

Letting go

Recognize your child's conflicting emotions.

Your child, like you, is being pulled between past, present and future ... one day exclaiming "leave me alone; I'm 18 year s old. I'm independent" and the next complaining "you're never around when I need you."

Your child's ups and downs are a sign of the ambivalence of this transitional time.

Take comfort in the knowledge that part of you is going with your child.

The foundation you have provided over the past 18 years will accompany your child across the miles and throughout the years. Don't tell your child "These are the best years of your life." No one is happy all the time between the ages of 18 and 22, and when a student is homesick or overtired from studying all night, it's not reassuring to have parents imply that this is as good as it gets!

Enjoy this time of celebration.

Try not to focus so much on the upcoming departure that you might miss the full impact of the senior year festivities and the joy of summer days ahead.

The summer before

Be prepared to see less of your child this summer.

The closer it gets to departure time, the less you can expect to see of your child. He will likely be spending every waking hour with friends. Allow them this special time together.

Make a financial plan and discuss expectations with your child.

Develop a tentative budget and be clear about who will pay for what. For example, some parents pay for books and supplies, while their child is responsible for incidental expenses such as snacks, movies, and CDs. Other students are responsible for earning a percentage of their tuition. Teach your child about responsible use of credit and debit cards.

Discuss academic goals and expectation ahead of time.

Remember, many freshmen do not do as well academically first semester as they did in high school, and many change their minds about their proposed course of study. Ask them what they hope to accomplish academically during their first year. It is important for them to take ownership of their education. Grades are not the only indication of learning.

Communication: Keeping in touch

Talk to your child about how you'll keep in touch.

Do you want a planned time to talk or do you want to be more spontaneous? A cell phone can be a wonderful way to keep in touch, or it can be, as one student described, an "electronic leash." Encourage your child to use it with discretion and not just to fill in the spaces. E-mail and instant messaging are also wonderful ways to keep in touch. Just don't count on a reply to every message.

Be a coach rather than trying to solve your child's problems yourself.

You're likely to hear more than your share of problems. College students usually call their parents for reassurance when things aren't going well, and call their friends with the latest exciting news. When you get those late night phone calls, and you will, you can encourage your child to use the appropriate campus resources — to go to the health service or career center, to talk to an advisor, dean, a counselor or tutor. Read resource information sent to you by the college so you can be an informed coach for your child.

Be an anchor.

Keep your child informed about changes at home. College students want their parents to accept all the changes they are making but want everything at home to stay the same. So it's important to keep them informed about changes at home, whether it's moving a younger sibling into their room, or, on a more serious note, about illness in the family or the death of a pet. They need this from you in order to feel secure and maintain a sense of trust.

Source:www.uwsuper.edu

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Getting to College It’s almost time, but are you ready?

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If you aren't sure what your child should pack for college, here are some quick tips:

Check with the college for a list of what’s provided by the school and what the school expects the student to provide. Most schools have such a list. It’s also useful if your child is considering off‐campus housing.

Compare the list to the amenities offered by alternative housing options.

Pack clothing that’s appropriate to the season and the geographical location of the school. Don’t try to pack clothes for the entire year. Use school breaks to exchange seasonal clothing. Or pack and send them through the mail.

Pack a laundry bag or basket, detergent and change (usually quarters) for laundry. Have enough money to wash a load or two in case your child forgets to get change in the first‐week rush.

Bring extension cords, power strips and three‐prong adapters. Dorm rooms seldom have enough power outlets and often have older‐style wall sockets.

Stay cool by bringing along a fan or two for those schools in warmer climates. Many dorms aren’t air‐conditioned. Don't bring an air conditioner unless you're sure the school allows it.

Consider some type of renters’ insurance if electronics and computer equipment will be kept in the dorm room to cover damages in case of fire or theft.

Make sure that the dorm room has at least one smoke alarm. A fire can happen anywhere, and an alarm is inexpensive protection.

Source:www.uwsuper.edu