5.Stay Socially Connected. Caregiving puts you at risk of becoming socially isolated, especially in this time of Covid-19.Those who maintain strong social connections may live longer, reduce their risk of developing dementia, and enjoy better mental health. Keep in touch with family and friends and consider joining a caregiver support group to meet others in similar circumstances.
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KEEPING RECORDS TO CREATE A SUCCESSFUL 4-H YEAR! Note taking will help you when it comes time to transfer your work to your Record books are used in Achievement Record page. 4-H and other organizations 3. Document saved to keep track of the work that goes into a project. You receipts, pictures of you and your projects, and want your record book to showcase the work that you any other documents that go with your project in a have accomplished. Here folder or binder with clear are some tips for making the most out of your record protector sheets. 4. Be thorough and keeping: complete. Make sure 1. Start early! The work you do can start as soon as to follow directions you get your animal or start and answer questions completely. If you don’t your project. understand a section, ask 2. Take Notes! Whether for help. you are keeping a journal, 5. Review last year’s keeping records on your record book and reflect on phone, or using other challenges and wins from options make sure it is previous years. This may always nearby when give you some thoughts on working on your project. lessons learned or goals Submitted by Barbara Moran, 4-H Program Manager
Extension Connection
May 2022
you had set. Learning to keep thorough records is a skill that can be utilized in many aspects of your life. Start early and keep records in your style, for records can be useful when talking to potential buyers or presentations or your project. Consider sharing some of your own tips from your experience with other 4-H members or club meetings.
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