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VILA VITA Parc Resort & Spa Algarve, Portugal
Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa
Rua Anneliese Pohl, Alporchinhos,
8400-450 Porches, Algarve, Portugal
VILA VITA Hotels
Privately owned
Date of Creation
Hotel General Manager
Kurt M. Gillig is Managing Director at VILA VITA Parc since 2013, although he has been with the property since 2000, holding several positions such as Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Operations Director at the resort. Before joining VILA VITA Parc, he also worked in several restaurants and hotels in Austria, Germany, Italy and France.
Hotel Positioning
5-star luxury resort, member of The Leading Hotels of the World
Development Strategy
VILA VITA Parc constantly strives to deliver memorable guest experiences with extraordinary attention to detail and authentic Portuguese Hospitality.
Reopening 19th June 2020
We are really excited and looking forward to welcoming you (back) to VILA VITA Parc Resort & Spa as of 19 June onwards, with the same standards of excellence and friendly smiles as always.
The well-being and safety of our guests, employees and partners continues to be our utmost priority, which is why we have been working arduously behind the scenes to get everything ready for the reopening and preparing a hygiene and safety good practice charter, in accordance with the health authorities, to enable you to enjoy the distinct VILA VITA experience in the best way, and as you would expect.
Our hygiene and safety charter can be consulted shortly on our website, but in the meantime, we are proud to announce that we are now certified "Clean & Safe" by the Portuguese Tourist Board.
Our unwavering passion for hospitality and excellence remains stronger than ever.
From the VILA VITA Family, we thank you for your trust and look forward to having the opportunity of creating new memories together.
We invite you to view a short video with our message.
For now, please keep safe and well and #SeeYouSoonatVVP
History & Story
VILA VITA Parc is a part of the VILA VITA Hotels group and is the vision of Dr. Reinfried Pohl, founder of DVAG, and his wife Anneliese, who together with their two sons, used to visit regularly the Algarve on holiday, and saw an opportunity to acquire and develop a beautiful piece of land overlooking the Ocean into a top class luxury resort. From the very beginning, Anneliese Pohl took charge of the design and concept development for the different hotels in the VILA VITA Hotels group. It is thanks to her guidance that each hotel exudes its own personal ambience, is built in harmony with the surrounding countryside and decorated with careful attention to detail. The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed and it is not a surprise to see a large amount of return customers booking VILA VITA Hotels on a regular basis. VILA VITA Parc is a member of 'Leading Hotels of the World' since its opening in 1992, and since then has been recognized as one of Europe´s most beautiful resorts.
Since 1997 the VILA VITA Portugal group includes a 780 hectare private vineyard 'Herdade dos Grous' in the Alentejo region. In addition to producing award-winning wines, the estate breeds horses as well as cattle and produces excellent olive oils. Herdade dos Grous offers 24 rooms, a restaurant and excellent meeting facilities and is managed by VILA VITA Parc.
Here in the Algarve, other VILA VITA properties include the VILA VITA Collection of Luxury Villas & Residences, with three villas and two residences at the beach of the village of Salema (about 90Km from VILA VITA Parc resort), and since beginning of 2019 (about 10Km from VILA VITA Parc resort) the beautiful new Villa Hibiscus Beach House, situated in a prime location at Galé beach. The VILA VITA Collection of Luxury Villas & Residences will be expanding in the future to other locations on the Algarve.
Date Renewal
As part of the resort's renovations which have taken place over the last four years, our major renovation was completed in April 2017 at the Clubhouse, where several of the restaurants are located, including an infinity adult-only pool. This brought new life to VILA VITA's dining experience with the addition of Mizu Teppanyaki, the new fine dining Japanese restaurant, offering sushi, robata grill and Teppanyaki experiences. Also at the Clubhouse, the Atlântico and Whale restaurants were redesigned, as well as Bela Vita, situated in the main building.
The state-of-the-art 17.250sq ft spa is open since the end of December 2018. The new space comprises 14 elegant treatment rooms, all equipped with the latest Gharieni treatment beds, a bright and spacious fitness studio with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the hotel's lush gardens offering both group and private sessions – including aerial yoga, power yoga, and chakra meditation- as well as the existing HYPOXI* Studio (an innovative body contouring method exclusive in Portugal).
Launched in Spring 2019, there are also three newly renovated spa suites – perfect for wellness seekers who are interested in booking several treatments and private fitness classes, as they can effortlessly glide between their suite and the spa in no time.
Date Added Extension
2019 – Reopening of three renovated spa suites in Spring 2019.
2018 – Opening of the new VILA VITA Spa by Sisley (after complete renovation) at the end of December 2018.
2018 – Addition of new shopping area, with the VLife Shops, consisting of 9 luxury brand shops internationally renowned.
2017 – Reopening of Praia Dourada beach restaurant in Armação de Pêra, addition of new pop up shops for summer.
2016 – Re-Opening of the Clubhouse, addition of Mizu Teppanyaki Japanese fine dining restaurant.
2015 – Renovation of Residence Building: 27 rooms and suites and the kitchen at Ocean restaurant.
2014 – Renovation of the Main Building: 72 rooms and suites, as well as of 2 Masterpiece luxury Villas Trevo & Praia with private pool.
Main Strengths, Special Touch
VILA VITA Parc is Portugal's most exclusive resort, heralded for its timeless elegance and style, unsurpassed range of services and amenities, ultra-luxurious facilities, and sensual and lush seaside setting in the charming Algarve region. The Five Star resort, member of "The Leading Hotels of the World", celebrates the best of Portugal, immersing each guest in pampered, personalized pleasures imbued with Portuguese culture and hospitality.
• Location: Ocean view, cliff top location, lush subtropical park, accessibility, almost private beach on doorstep, sense of place and space, low density resort
• Portuguese Style: Algarvian-Moorish architecture and design offering the best of Portugal, diverse accommodation attracting different segments from couples to families
• Culinary Experiences: Authentic Portuguese food and service, choice of cuisine in 10 restaurants including 2 Michelin-star Ocean restaurant, Portugal's best wine cellar and top beach seafood restaurant Arte Náutica, Herdade dos Grous organic wine farm with award winning wines, own butcher preparing quality meats and cuts.
• All-in-one resort with excellent sporting and leisure facilities: golf, tennis, volleyball, spa with wellness and rejuvenating programs, (Pilates, Yoga), state-of-the-art fitness equipment, private yacht.
• Top Class Service: Portuguese hospitality, butler service, high attention to detail, joyous staff, elegant, informal and personalized service
Set on 54 spectacular acres perched above the Atlantic Ocean with lush, blooming sub-tropical gardens, distinctive Moorish-influenced Algarvean architecture, a dramatic rocky coastline and one of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal boasting an arc of finely grained sand on a small romantic bay with aquamarine water protected by cliffs on both sides
Key sites/activities in the area
At the seashore in Portugal's southernmost province and most popular tourist destination, the Algarve is the country's vacation paradise offering everything from stunning natural beauty, gourmet cuisine and fine wines to year-round climate and world-class beaches and golf.
Among the Algarve attractions adjacent to VILA VITA Parc are the medieval castles at Silves and Sagres, the school of Prince Henry the Navigator where Columbus studied, and the far western point of Europe.
An array of off-property options from tee times on nearby championship courses to horseback riding, deep-sea fishing to visits to Sevilla and Lisbon, typical Portuguese bullfights to paragliding or excursions by typical fishing boat to explore the coastal rock formations and grottos.
Fun Facts
VILA VITA´s own vineyard and organic farm – Herdade dos Grous (Alentejo)
The Herdade dos Grous (Country Estate of the Cranes) is 1,803 acres of vineyards, olive and orange groves where guests can learn about horse breeding, organic farming and the cultivation of award-winning wines. Among the awards garnered by the wine, estate is the 2004 best red wine of the Alentejo region, known for its robust vintages. Many of the foods served at the resort are produced at the wine estate, and guests often visit Herdade dos Grous for a tour, to relax in the country ambience and enjoy a gourmet meal.
The new tranquil VILA VITA Spa by Sisley Paris, is a sanctuary of wellness and features a contemporary new design inspired by the region's enchanting sea caves, more specifically in the beautifully exquisite Benagil cave, located not far from VILA VITA Parc, including natural stone and restful tones of blue and green to reflect the many hues of the Atlantic Ocean.
Children's Corner
VILA VITA Parc is a family-friendly resort and offers children's programs at Natalie's Crèche (for 6 months to 3 years) and at Annabella's Kids Parc (4 to 11-year-olds) and teenager summer activities for 12 and older.
• Playground 4-12-year-olds
• Mini-football pitch
All 170 accommodations are exquisitely appointed with every amenity and feature terraces, balconies and panoramic views of the flower-filled gardens some featuring sea views.
Rooms & Suites
Guests may choose from a wide choice of distinguished accommodations including:
• 61 Deluxe rooms and 12 Suites in the main building, including 4 Junior Suites, 6 Grand Suites and 2 Penthouse Suites.
• 27 Rooms and Suites in the exclusive manor house style Residence, including 24 Deluxe Rooms, 2 Townhouse Suites and 1 Residence Grand Suite, most of them with stunning ocean views.
• 61 Suites, 30 of them with Rooftop Terraces, including 13 Oasis Suites Premium, 13 Oasis Suites Premium Rooftop and 35 Oasis Family Suites.
• 3 Suites at the adjoining VILA VITA Spa by Sisley Paris.
Restaurants & Bars
Onsite Dining:
• Ocean: the resort's signature fine dining restaurant, 2 Stars Michelin with ocean panoramas. The Chef is Hans Neuner. Set menu.
• Bela Vita: à-la-carte restaurant offering international cuisine. Half board restaurant & à la carte.
• Adega: traditional, rustic Portuguese cuisine, served by the lake. Half board restaurant & à la carte.
• Atlântico: Mediterranean fine cuisine, featuring organic dishes. Large terrace with vast ocean views. À la carte restaurant.
• Aladin Grill: fine dining grillroom with an open kitchen and distinctive Moorish décor. À la carte restaurant.
• Whale: casual restaurant for all tastes and ages, terrace with pool and sea views. Half board restaurant & à la carte.
• Mizu Teppanyaki: Contemporary Japanese cuisine with sushi and teppanyaki. À la carte restaurant.
• Oasis Bar: an elegant bar in the main building with a terrace overlooking the gardens serving cocktails or afternoon tea.
• Palm Bar: at the Oasis Parc pool, serving refreshing beverages and snacks, with a top terrace overlooking the pool.
• Aladin Bar: Ideal for a pre-dinner drink at the Clubhouse.
• Pool Lounge & Bar, Delfim Bar, Garden Bar: at different spots, serving refreshing beverages, snacks and light meals.
• Café Bica: serves coffee, teas and homemade pastries all day, with a terrace on the lake.
• Cave de Vinhos: an impressive arched wine cellar with more than 11,000 bottles and 1,200 different wine references.
• Manzar Terrace: 360º panoramic terrace, with great views over the ocean, with bar service for events on request.
• V-Club Disco: available for private events.
Offsite Dining: located a few minutes from the resort, complimentary transfers are offered to guests:
• Arte Náutica – On the Armação de Pêra beach, offers grilled fresh seafood and meats served on a waterfront terrace. À la carte restaurant.
• Praia Dourada – On the Armação de Pêra beach, offers a fresh style with a chillout lounge area on the sand. All day dining menu with light snacks.
• VILA VITA Biergarten & Butcher – at the nearby village of Porches, an authentic Bavarian beer garden offering traditional German specialties and beer. Half board restaurant & à la carte.
All meats originate from the Herdade dos Grous and are prepared in VILA VITA Parc's own butchery.
After an extensive renovation, the brand-new Spa by Sisley Paris, a state-of-the-art, 17,250sq ft spa, is now open. Housed within the existing spa building, is a sanctuary of wellness and features a contemporary new design inspired by the region's enchanting sea caves, including natural stone and restful tones of blue and green to reflect the many hues of the Atlantic Ocean.
The new space comprises 14 elegant treatment rooms, all equipped with the latest Gharieni treatment beds, a bright and spacious fitness studio with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the hotel's lush gardens offering both group and private sessions – including aerial yoga, power yoga, and chakra meditation- as well as the existing HYPOXI* Studio (an innovative body contouring method exclusive in Portugal).
Aside from Sisley treatments, guests will also be able to enjoy stylish manicures and pedicures from the prestigious British brand Margaret Dabbs. VILA VITA Parc is also launching a number of spa and wellness programmes themed around 'Detox', 'Fitness', 'Relaxation' and 'Beauty'.
The Health Club is quite central, with the indoor/outdoor main pool, relaxing area with sauna, whirlpool, Turkish bath, ice grotto and plunge pool, as well as the EnerGym with most advanced exercise equipment. Classes and instruction range from Yoga, Pilates, aquarobics and stretching to personal training.
Corporate & Celebration Events
The resort has everything the meeting planner is looking for, from unique venues for exciting and memorable events to the latest technical capabilities. The seven event rooms and the VILA VITA Events Pavilion, with world-class furnishings and appointment can accommodate up to 450 persons for conferences, seminars and banquets. Lisboa Ballroom can be transformed into a special themed ambiance for a company celebration. One-of-a-kind excursions, banquets and team-building activities can be planned at the resort's country wine estate.
Extra Notable Features
From staying in a completely private and ultra-luxurious suite at the water's edge with breath-taking views, to enjoying an intimate dinner for two in the atmospheric wine cellar, couples will discover romance everywhere they turn at VILA VITA Parc. At the same time, with its extensive range of accommodations, dining options, sports, recreational activities, leisure facilities and special program for guests of all ages, VILA VITA Parc is the perfect getaway for the entire family with something for everyone.
Guests enjoy every popular sport and recreational activity imaginable:
• 7 swimming pools (1 for adults only and 3 outdoor for children)
• Secluded beach with direct access from the resort
• Children's programs: Natalie's Crèche, for 6 months to 3 years, Annabella's Kids Parc, 4 to 11-year-olds, and teenager summer activities for 12 and older.
• Playground
• VILA VITA Spa by Sisley Paris
• Health Club
• EnerGym, with the most advanced exercise equipment
• HYPOXI®-Studio, to redesign your body
• 18-Hole Mini-golf
• 2 artificial clay tennis courts and 1 multisports court, all with floodlights
• Volleyball
• 9-hole pitch & putt practice course, 18-hole putting green
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
-Best Luxury Lifestyle Resort & Spa 2019 – Portugal
-Most Luxurious 5* Beach Resort 2019 – Algarve, by LUX Life Magazine
-World Luxury Spa Awards: VILA VITA Spa by Sisley Paris is Portugal's Luxury Wellness Spa
-World Luxury Restaurant Awards: Aladin Grill is Luxury Grill Regional Winner, Portugal's Luxury Resort Restaurant and Portugal's Luxury Hotel Restaurant
-World Travel Awards – Europe's Leading Luxury Hotel & Villas
-Boa Cama Boa Mesa Magazine – Platinum Key for the Resort
-Boa Cama Boa Mesa Magazine – Platinum Fork for restaurant Ocean
-Boa Cama Boa Mesa Magazine – Chef of the Year for Hans Neuner
-Hotel & Lodge Business Meetings – Best Resort Portugal
-Luxury Travel Guide – Grand Luxury Hotel of the Year – Portugal
-Expedia – Hotels.com – Hotel Loved by Guests
-Olimar's Golden Wave Award
-TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2019: Top 25 Hotels in Service Quality
-TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2019: Top 25 Luxury Hotels in Portugal
-TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2019: Top 25 Top 25 Hotels in Portugal
– WTA – Europe's Leading Luxury Hotel & Villas
– TÜV Rheinland – "Eco Hotel" and "Food Safety" Certification
– Trivago – Best 10 5-Star Hotels in Portugal
– LTG – European Awards: Grand Luxury Hotel of the Year 2018
– Restaurant Ocean: Certificate of Excelence 2018, by Tripadvisor
– La Liste – Ocean Restaurant (64th place)
– REEVOO AWARD 2017 – British Airways Holidays Customer Excellence Award
– Traveller Made – 3rd Grand Hotel Champion Certification 2017
– Restaurant Ocean Second Michelin Star (since 2011 until present)
– Certification "Eco Hotel" and "Food Safety", TÜV Rheinland 2017
– Nr.1 Golf & Wellness Hotel, Olimar Awards 2017
– TripAdvisor – GreenLeader Gold Level Certificate 2017
– TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2017: Top 25 Hotels on Quality of Service
– TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2017: Top 25 Luxury Hotels in Portugal and Europe
– TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice 2017: Top 25 Hotels in Portugal
– TripAdvisor: Certificate of Excellence 2016
– Traveller's Choice Award 2016
– GreenLeader Gold Level Certificate 2016
– Restaurant Ocean TripAdvisor: Certificate of Excellence 2016
Number of employees
400 in low season until 700 in high season.


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DIFFICULTY: Moderate
Makes 25 to 30 rolls
Preparation and cooking time: 3 1/2 hours
1/2 cup lukewarm water
4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 teaspoon white sugar
1/3 cup butter
3/4 cup white sugar
2 pieces eggs
4 cups all purpose flour, sifted
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup chopped ube baking bar or ube chocolate
1 cup ube halaya
1 3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/8 cup milk
1/4 cup macapuno juice
1/8 cup hot water
1/3 cup chopped macapuno
1. Place 1/2 cup lukewarm water in a bowl. Add the active dry yeast and 1 teaspoon white sugar. Mix until the yeast is dissolved. Set aside and let it foam to the top and grow in size.
2. In a bowl, cream the butter and the 3/4 cup white sugar. While mixing, add the eggs 1 piece at a time.
3. Slowly add the flour and mix just until incorporated. Add in the yeast, evaporated milk, and chopped ube chocolate. Mix until doughy.
4. Transfer the dough into a greased container and cover with plastic wrap. Place in a warm area and cover with a towel. Let it rise until it doubles in size, about 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
5. Remove the plastic wrap and punch the dough.
6. Flour a surface and roll into a thin rectangle about 1/4 inch thickness. Spread ube halaya over the dough leaving a 1-inch strip at the bottom uncovered. Roll the dough up tightly sealing the edge. Cut into 1 1/2 inch slices.
7. Preheat oven to 175 degrees C.
8. Place the rolls in a greased baking pan and cover with plastic wrap. Place in a warm area and cover with a towel. Let it rest for about 45 minutes or until it grows in size.
9. Bake in the oven until golden brown for about 20 minutes. Let it cool.
1. In a bowl, place the powdered sugar. Mix in the milk, macapuno juice, and hot water until incorporated. Add the chopped macapuno.
2. Pour over the ube rolls and serve.


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You have to pity them, the people Microsoft has been hiring over the last few months to promote its forthcoming Windows XP operating system. The "XPeons," as I like to call them, have been spotted all over Toronto at major intersections, handing out beta versions of the OS to confused, amused and sometimes irritated passersby. I fall into the third category. It drove me crazy earlier this summer at Comdex Canada 2001, where the XPeons were stationed on either side of the escalators that led to the trade show floor. I tried to politely decline their CDs at first, but by the third day I brushed past them without a word, dodging to avoid a piece of foam hitting my face as the escalator descended.
This invasion of what's supposed to be a public area is not unlike Microsoft's dictum that PC manufacturers who wish to populate the desktop with icons include at least three Microsoft icons. These include Internet Explorer, MSN and Windows Media Player.
This whole icon debate, much like the recent brouhaha over Smart Tags, seems pretty trivial at first. Earlier this year I went to a sneak peek of what was then called Office 10, and company executives pitched Smart Tags as a way to help users get more out of their Internet experience by directing them to products and services through hyperlinks in Web pages. Innocuous enough, until you consider the deeper implications and the considerable power of suggestion that comes into play. If Microsoft has control over which products and services get linked, the Internet becomes a portal through which we see only Microsoft's point of view. Like a shopping mall in which you are only shown the path to specific stores, not necessarily the best stores for what you want.
No doubt due to the ongoing legal pressure it is facing by the United States Department of Justice, which will hold more hearings on its antitrust case later this year, Microsoft has loosened the licensing terms for XP. For possibly the first time, it will offer XP to PC manufacturers without the Internet Explorer icon, providing OEMs do not put any other icons on the desktop. This is a shrewd way of shifting the burden of fair play onto the computer makers, who risk looking just as guilty as Microsoft of attempting to monopolize the Wintel audience.
The desktop, of course, represents one of the great branding opportunities of our time. In the next 20 years almost everyone will be using one to some degree, and the names that appear at logon will be the ones they remember. This is a case where branding can almost certainly translate into enormous revenue. Though Dell and Gateway have indicated they will not bite, I fear that few of their rivals will resist the potential.
It's interesting that we call these things "icons" and not "brands," which would be a better way of expressing their real function. Icon is a word traditionally used to define an object of worship. In the Bible (forgive me, I'm Catholic) they were false gods.
PC manufacturers have a unique opportunity to prove they care about their customers are much as they say they do. Even Microsoft has admitted its users have told the company they prefer a desktop free of icons. If Compaq, IBM, HP and others can keep temptation at bay, their decision will set a precedent that could force Microsoft to maintain a more flexible licensing system. It would also protect one of the last public spaces in an electronic environment blanketed with corporate propaganda. I urge them, just this once, to do the right thing.


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Ok so I don't have any more pre-written so the rest is going to be from memory.
They came and got me and took me to the instructor's office. I sat on a chair, and they brought Jayden in. I had tears in my eyes as I waited. They brought him to me and I cliped my leash on him and stroked him. He was just like, yeah whatever, another person blah blah. They gave me his details, yellow male with honey colored ears and a zipper pattern on his nose. Birthdate July 15, 2008 and that's when I cried, when I realized he was in the womb when I went blind. 62 pounds, 18 inches tall. Wow. Then it was time to heel him back to my room. One of the apprentices helped me find my way and then we were alone. I was supposed to keep the door open so I was pretty quiet talking to him and crying a little. I showed him his fleece and sat cross leged in front of him. I put my hands on his side and he came right up to me and put his head on my shoulder and we just hugged. It was really amazing!
Not long after that, it was time to go to lunch. They came and showed me how to have him sit and lay down next to my chair and to just keep the chair legs on the floor so we don't get the chair on his feet.
The others came and we all had our dogs and they all conked out next to us hehe. We make a long leash and step on the lease near their head and then drape the leash over our right knee.
I kept reaching over and stroking him. When I was done, I slowly backed the chair up, all the legs on the floor and Jayden yelped and jumped up and I freaked. The room got silent, all humans and dogs making no noise. The trainers sit right behind me so Pete came over and said he's fine, he's fine. I felt horrible. Had him less than an hour and he's already yelping. Ugh. Well I found out later that he puts his paw right behind my chair leg, so I always feel now before backing up.
We went back to our rooms and then heeled the dogs out to relieve. I think Jayden urinated lol. Then we went back and got our harness and loaded on the bus.
They don't want the dogs laying down on the bus so we had to keep them sitting. Jay kept "melting" wanting to lay down and so they had to show me how to get him to stay sitting. I make sure he's braced with both my legs and it works best if his back is to me, with his butt kind of under the seat. Then I put my hand under his collar to keep him up if he tries sitting. When he sat for awehile he got a kibble.
We went to the downtown lounge and then harnessed up our dogs for our first walk. I was with Pete. So I learned how to harness him and we went for our first walk. Wow. I can't even remember the emotions going through my mind. I was concentrating on what we were doing, listening to Pete. It was pretty crazy and amazing and empowering haha! I really don't remember details about that walk. Maybe it'll come to be later. Oh I remember feeling the motion of the shoulders like Dave had described on our Juno walks.
After everyone walked, we got back on the bus and by halfway through the ride, Jay was no longer "melting", yay! Kibble!
We had some time before dinner after returning so I called Gamma and she got misty when I described Jayden. Then I talked to B. Then I think I sat with Jay awhile before dinner. We went to dinner wtih no incident. I felt him before I backed up. He does great in the dining hall.
I think that night there was a lecture on grooming but Pete saw how exhausted I was, so he told me to take the night off and we'd do grooming the next night. So I got to relax and shower and just be with my boy.
In the middle of the night I woke up to a yelp. I sat bolt upright and jumped to him. He was sitting against the wall and his tie down was kind of wrapped around his leg. Not bad, but I think it really scared him. I bent down and unhooked him talking softly and he licked my face and curled back up on the floor. I hooked him again, sat with my hand on him until I was sure he was asleep, then crawled back into bed. Is that how mothers are with babies?
So two yelps the first day. But now I know he'll let me know when he's uncomfortable haha!!
So, that was Dog Day. Seems so long ago and it was only Wednesday lol!!


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In the following you will find our list of recommended companies to choose from for medical alert systems, along with an examination of each company selected. If you are looking for further details on any company that has been recommended, please see our dedicated pages to each company which has been reviewed.
Am I likely to fall?
The short answer is yes… probably. Unfortunately, no matter who you are and the self-confidence you have in your physical control and movements, the likelihood of falling greatly increases when you become a senior and the likelihood of it occurring will only grow if you have a chronic condition.
That is why you often have to be brave in this kind of situation and accept that help from a medical alert system is for your own benefit because if you do fall and you are a senior, you are greatly risking the fall impacting you for the rest of your life.
Be aware that the most hazardous area where you need to take precaution is in the bathroom.
Purchasing a medical alert system
Making the decision to purchase a medical alert system can help enhance your quality of life. Without wishing to exaggerate it, purchasing a system could be the difference between life and death.
Thankfully, you are blessed with a comprehensive selection of systems offered by several companies, so you can take your time, scroll the options available and make sure you get the right alert system for you.
How does a medical alert system work?
The unique selling point of a medical alert system is simplicity. With a medical alert system, to make use of it, all you need to do is press the help button to be connected to a representative. Providing the fall detection manages to detect your fall, you will not even have to press a button.
Once connected and speaking to a representative, they will evaluate your situation and combined with your wishes, they will decide whether to contact the emergency services or your caregiver/loved ones instead.
After that, it is a case of just waiting for assistance to arrive.
Fall detection
As described earlier, the chances of falling increases with age. One fantastic element of the medical alert systems that you can find offered is protection through fall detection.
Although not 100% accurate, you would rather give yourself the best chance of survival and minimize the impacts of injury. You may also get false alarms where the fall detection is accidently set off, but honestly, would you rather accept this minor flaw in the design to increase your chances of staying safe or would you be unable to handle the odd mishap and rather take the risk of flirting with danger?
The fall detection may be activated through you physically touching the help button or it may detect your fall. The ability of the device to be able to sense your fall is a fantastic layer of security as it is not beyond the realms of possibility that you may fall and then be either unable to speak or unable to move to activate your help device.
How do you decide between a landline or cellular medical alert system?
The answer is straightforward as it does not require much difficulty. The key to the decision making is you. It depends on your lifestyle and location of where you will be using the medical alert system.
Cellular systems are popular and are prevalent in those that require more active medical alert systems. However, with cellular service you have to factor in the location of where you will be using it as if you are in an area with poor cellular connection, for example deep in a rural area then the ability of the device to work may vary and be inconsistent which is exactly what you are looking to avoid when selecting a medical alert system. You want a system that caters for you and works every time, leaving you more confident in your ability to live a happily life.
In the situation given above, a landline medical alert system would be a better recommendation. Also, if you spend much of your time based at your home and you do not travel often, then the landline option would also be a more suitable recommendation for you.
Do not buy unless you are comfortable and make sure you go at your own pace
With a decision of this magnitude being required, it is essential that you only move forward and sign-up when you are ready and not under the pressure of outside influence, for example salespeople. Also take extra care when signing up to get your system from a reputable source such as the company's website as the Federal Trade Commission has recently warned that there are people out there scamming vulnerable people in the medical alert system sector.
Medical alert smart watchesUnderstandably, one drawback with a medical alert system is the lack of aesthetic appeal. You do not want to be walking about, having people looking at you thinking you are on your last legs. Both the pendant and smart watch can solve these issues. They are sleek technology, looking more like a fashion accessory. The items are discreet and functional and for example with the watch, you can keep track of time as well as monitoring your own health.
Our list of recommended medical alert systems
To provide you our comprehensive list, we have examined the best companies offering medical alert systems along with the products on offer. We have then gone into greater depth evaluating various criteria including:
- Product features – what is included with each medical alert system and what differentiates it from other products, both advertised by the company and those that are on the market?
- Accessories – companies tend to offer a vast selection of accessories. Some are inclusive in the plans you select, and others must be selected separately.
- Contact centers – when you need help, it is essential you receive excellent service from the contact center in the event of an emergency. As a result, we evaluate how strong the call centers are that the companies use.
- Company background and reputation – for some this is more important than others. To feel safe in moving forward, you want to use a company that you can trust and feel they will not let you down at the most crucial moments when you are vulnerable.
- Costs – this varies from systems offered and accessories to the frequency of payment plans offered.
Medical alert system reviews
From our evaluation of medical alert system providers, we have selected five companies that we most strongly recommend below. The companies recommended are Medical Guardian, Bay Alarm Medical, LifeStation, MobileHelp and Philips Lifeline.
Medical Guardian
Medical Guardian provide medical alert systems that cover all 50 states as well as Canada and Puerto Rico. Their operators speak English and Spanish and use a third-party translation system if required.
Their monitoring team is US-based and have access to your Care Circle (an in-depth file containing your chosen friends and family members details, of which you can choose up to four contacts with three numbers for each contact) to help provide the most suitable service. Their state-of-the-art technology and triple-redundant backup system means they can still provide their high quality service during power outages.
Products they offer cover all lifestyles courtesy of their In-Home Products and On-The-Go-Products.
In-Home Products
- Classic – Starting at $0.97 a day – A cost effective option for those wanting a home based system. Product range is up to 1,300 feet away from the base station.
- Home – Starting at $1.12 a day – A landline is not required, using a nationwide cellular network instead. Range is up to 600 feet away from the base station.
- Family – Starting at $2.58 a day – Includes three in-home safety sensors and their Family Guardian app. Range is up to 1,300 feet away from the base station.
On-The-Go Products
- Active – Starting at $1.28 a day – An all-in-one system that comes with the longest battery life of any system they offer and is equipped with fall alert technology. Device is portable.
- Mobile – Starting at $1.61 a day – Built in GPS technology.
- Freedom – Starting at $1.45 a day plus a one-time equipment cost of $99 – Lightweight touchscreen device to keep track of your health that pairs with the Freedom Guardian app.
There are also numerous add-ons available. You can pay for your medical alert system on a monthly, quarterly, bi-annual or annual basis.
There is a Protection Plan in place to help ensure you are not left out of pocket in the event of devices being lost, damaged or stolen. You can also cancel your plan at any time and will receive a pro-rata refund.
Medical Guardian has numerous accreditations such as an 'A+' Better Business Bureau (BBB) rating as well as accreditations with Underwriters Laboratory (UL), The Electronic Security Association, Factory Mutual Approval and TMA Five Star Certification.
Their systems are not covered by Standard Medicare, but you may receive cover from your Medical Advantage plans (check first before purchasing a system).
Medical Guardian has a client base of over 200,000 customers.
Read our Medical Guardian Review
Bay Alarm Medical
Based in California, Bay Alarm Medical has for more than seven decades been providing medical alert systems.
To ensure a smooth operation around the clock, Bay Alarm Medical has two call centers which are in Utah and Idaho which cater for 170 languages. Each call center is CSAA Five Diamond Certified. On average it takes 45 seconds or less for you to connect to one of Bay Alarm Medical's monitoring technicians. The technician will be able to use your vial of life (a pamphlet which customers use to provide health and medical information) to help in answering your emergency. The vial of life is free with any system your order.
Bay Alarm Medical offer four types of product where you can select the amount of coverage you want from the chosen system.
In-Home Medical Alert
It comes with two-way communication, 32-hour battery backup and is travel easy throughout the USA. It is suitable for covering your home-based safety requirements.
- Basic protection – $19.95 a month
- Preferred protection – $29.95 a month
- Premium protection – $39.95 a month
4G LTE GPS Help Button
A mobile GPS medical alert system.
- Basic protection – $39.95 a month
- Preferred protection – $49.95 a month
- Premium protection – $59.95 a month
In-Car Medical Alert
Designed specifically for use in cars.
- In-Car – $29.95 a month
- In-Car and In-Home – $39.95 a month
- Full coverage – $69.95 a month
Bundle & Save
Comprehensive protection for home use, on the road or out and about.
- In-Home and GPS – $49.95 a month
- In-Home and car – $39.95 a month
- Full coverage – $69.95 a month
One feature you will constantly see with providers is offering fall detection. With Bay Alarm Medical, their device is waterproof, with a two-year battery life and a range of up to 800 feet. Like with similar devices offered by other providers, it does not detect 100% of falls, so if you do fall it is recommended you push the button.
As mentioned earlier, one reason for why we are turned off from using a medical alert system is that they are often ungainly and stand out in a way in which we do not feel good about ourselves. Bay Alarm Medical addresses this with their bella charms. They are a charming accessory that make you feel more comfortable wearing the pendant as they just clip on to the back of them. The charms are interchangeable. You can select the following designs, Stella, Bellarosa, Fantasia and Marina.
They also offer the traditional accessories that you can get with a medical alert system, some of which may be free with the system you choose.
Having a strong background is not the only reason people are attracted to Bay Alarm Medical, by selecting them you get free monitoring for spouses and coverage is across all 50 states with possibly (do your research), Long Term Care Insurance covering the costs and services of the medical alert systems. In addition, if you are part of a senior organization, you may be able to secure discounts on the products available and if necessary, they have a Warranty Protection Plan replacing items if they break due to "wear and tear" or manufacturer defect. If equipment breaks due to you, it will cover 50% of its replacement value.
Read our Bay Alarm Medical Review
LifeStation have been going since 1977 providing their service across the USA and Canada.
With their products, they are looking to provide simplicity, for example on average, set-up takes as little as five minutes and once set-up, the system connects to the LifeStation monitoring center at the touch of a button.
LifeStation own two UL US-based call centers and their care specialists have TMA Five Diamond Certification. All specialists are human with on average a 20 second response time. As a UL call center, it means that their services should be operational even in the event of power outages. If you are unable to speak after activating the help button, a pre-defined action plan will be triggered.
LifeStation offer three different plans, which as advertised on the LifeStation website, start from $19.95 per month, no matter whether you decide to pay monthly, quarterly or annually. The plans are:
In Home Traditional
The most affordable option suitable for those who have a landline telephone.
In Home Plus
Instead of using a landline, this uses its own cellular connection. The battery life of the systems for both the In Home Traditional and In Home Plus plans should last the entirety of the time it is used.
Mobile with GPS
This option is like the In Home Plus system, but it is powered by its own rechargeable battery. It does not require a base station to function and is travel friendly. The battery life lasts up to five days between charges.
Accessories available are the wristband, pendant, lock box, wall mount with additional buttons and bathroom and hallway buttons. Fall detection is also an optional add-on but there is no smoke, fire or carbon monoxide detection.
The base unit is essential as neither the pendant nor the bracelet can accommodate voice-to-voice contact. As a result, you must be close to the base unit to communicate.
One additional feature is Find My Loved One which allows those close to you to text a designated number, and they will receive a response providing your location.
With LifeStation, you will be receiving a service from a company with a 'A+' BBB rating and you also have a 30-day money back guarantee if you feel it is not for you.
Read our LifeStation Review
Originating in 2008 MobileHelp provides for the whole of the USA. They use GPS to provide real-time monitoring services and location tracking.
If you choose either the wristband or pendant (both are waterproof), they are both very durable and should last you at least five years if treated correctly. The wall buttons, mobile device and base station are not waterproof.
With the plans available, fall detection is an optional add-on for an additional $10 per month. MobileHelp have three available product areas:
In Home
- MobileHelp Classic – The most affordable option and does not require mobile GPS coverage. It comes with one help button.
- MobileHelp Wired Home – A landline based medical alert system with coverage of up to 1,300 feet.
Complete Protection
- MobileHelp Duo – The most comprehensive system, it is a combination of the MobileHelp Classic and MobileHelp Solo packages. You will have security both home and away. It does not require a landline.
- Mobile Duo – Receive two buttons for you and your partner.
On The Go
- MobileHelp Smart – A smartwatch that is a medical alert system. It monitors an active lifestyle. The battery can last up to two days on a single charge.
- MobileHelp Solo – For use at home or out and about on the move. It includes a portable mobile GPS device for communication.
Their customer service team works in partnership with Rapid Response and are available 24 hours a day and have response times of 17 seconds on average. They are certified by UL and over 240 languages are covered through LanguageLine.
MobileHelp has a MobileHelp Connect online tracking platform for caregivers and loved ones to ensure you are safe. Features available with it are, location detection requests, non-emergency alerts, system status alerts and emergency alerts.
By selecting MobileHelp you know your provider has an 'A+' BBB rating and their systems comply with 21CFR 820 of the FDA Current Good Manufacturing Practice.
Read our MobileHelp Review
Philips Lifeline
Philips Lifeline has the largest number of subscribers (currently over seven and a half million people) and is the first company in North America to offer a medical alert system. Uniquely to Philips Lifeline, they have a CareSage solution which uses predictive analytics to help determine if you are more at risk of requiring assistance.
They have response centers across the USA and Canada that are open 24/7 and have an average response time of 21 seconds. The response team is multilingual and in the event of power outages, the response centers have backup systems in place to continue their service to customers smoothly. You can even use the response centers for non-medical emergencies, not just medical ones.
At Philips Lifeline they have products designed to cover the whole market of requirements and as such cater for home use and use on the go.
At home
- HomeSafe Standard – Starting at $29.95 a month – One time cost of $50 (activation fee) – This option comes with 24/7 access to response centers. You can select either the landline or cellular option.
- HomeSafe with AutoAlert – Starting at $44.95 a month – One time cost of $50 (activation fee) – Teamed with the classic medical alert system, but with AutoAlert (fall technology that uses three technologies in detecting a fall which are, accelerometers, barometric sensors and a finely tuned algorithm) also included. You can select either the landline or cellular option.
On the go
On the go plans use up to six technologies which are Wi-Fi, two-way communication, in-home communication, audio beacon, location breadcrumbs and A-GPS.
- GoSafe 2 – Starting at $49.95 a month – One time cost of $99.95 (device fee) – A single piece system which is lightweight and comfortable to wear.
- GoSafe – Starting at $54.95 a month – One time cost of $149 (device fee) – This comes with HomeSafe access, as well as GPS technology and AutoAlert.
On top of the selection of plans, you are also able to pick up a Philips Medication Dispenser (Starting at $59.95 a month) to help handle medication regimes. The dispenser automatically dispenses medication at pre-programmed times and notifies the caregiver if you fail to follow your pre-programmed times as designed.
As with any provider you must check to see whether you could receive coverage as certainly Medicare does not cover you with Philips Lifeline, but some Medicare Advantage plans may cover your medical alert systems. They have a 'A+' rating from the BBB.
Read our Philips Lifeline Review
Although you may wish to downplay the use of medical alert systems and whether you require them, the sensible view is that they are essential pieces of equipment and can have a monumental effect on your life and your ability to live it to its full potential. So take the time to evaluate the companies and what they offer to find what is the right system for you as at the end of the day it could save your life and it is better to be prepared in case of an emergency as if you fail to prepare, you are preparing to fail. By choosing a medical alert system it may not solve all your issues and you may still require additional care, but for your own safety and comfort, they are highly recommended.
Below is a brief table reaffirming our choice above on the companies we recommend and what we consider the best feature of each company:
|Medical Alert Company
|Best Feature
|Medical Guardian
|Innovative technology
|Bay Alarm Medical
|Aesthetic accessories
|Simple provider
|Best customer service
|Philips Lifeline
|Most popular


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The fundraising target of £30,000 to Save the Blue-throated Hillstar has been reached in less than two weeks, thanks to a rapid response from World Land Trust (WLT) supporters to the plight of this critically endangered bird.
An urgent appeal was launched 5 February 2019 to raise £30,000 for WLT's partner, Naturaleza y Cultura Ecuador (NCE), to defend the Blue-throated Hillstar's habitat from mining by placing it under the highest level of government protection in Ecuador.
The Blue-throated Hillstar can only be found on a few remote mountaintops in the western Andes of southern Ecuador, also home to the Mountain Tapir (Endangered), Spectacled Bear (Vulnerable) and Andean Condor (Near Threatened).
Protecting the hillstar's habitat from mining
As the hillstar's range is limited and mining corporations had gained the rights to mine its habitat for metal deposits, this species meets IUCN's criteria for critically endangered status. However, this appeal will now fund NCE's work to have 70,000 acres (the hillstar's entire known habitat) recognised as part of a Water Protection Area, a status which prohibits mining or petroleum extraction.
"I am thrilled that our supporters have once again risen to the challenge and helped us raise £30,000 so quickly for this urgent appeal," says John Burton, WLT Chief Executive. "This is the fastest we've ever reached a fundraising target and the timing couldn't be better. Thank you to everyone who has supported the appeal. Our partner NCE are currently working with local communities and the Water National Secretariat (SENAGUA) to get the new area declared as soon as possible."
"As mining is not the only threat, the declaration is the first vital step. Other major risks to the habitat include manmade fires and road building. All the funds raised will go towards the land protection and NCE's work with local communities to ensure the sustainable future of this protected area."
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An old ritual in a sport rich with tradition, the act of embrocating is both an anachronistic affectation and an utterly utilitarian undertaking. Soggy Lycra knee warmers on a wet winter day can be more trouble than they're worth, in which case, slathering on a layer of water-shedding burn balm so your shaved legs shine and your skin buzzes with heat is actually much more comfortable.
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Among its adherents, the act of applying warming cream to exposed leg skin is an important cold-weather rite. Like any good ritual, there is an order of operations that must be followed to get the most out of your embrocation experience.
Before putting on your embrocation cream:
– Get your water bottles filled up, your gels stashed, and sunscreen applied
– The most important step is to put your shorts on first. This is important: put your shorts on before you apply embrocation! Pulling your chaomis over freshly embro'd skin will create a burning sensation that no breeze will soothe.
– Put your socks on too while you're at it.
– Note: Embrocation is best applied to shaved legs.
Applying your embrocation:
First, fold your socks down and your shorts up about a half-inch to get full-coverage, but do try to keep hot embrocation formulas from under your apparel if you can avoid it. Get a nice dollop of cream on your fingertips and gently pat yourself down from the tops of your socks to the hem of your shorts. After the embrocation is distributed from hem to hem, go back to the socks and start massaging the cream evenly into your skin. Work your way up, making sure to cover all exposed skin up to the hem of your shorts. Wash your hands thoroughly after applying embrocation, and avoid touching your eyes, lips, nostrils, for as long as possible. Donning a pair of disposable gloves before applying isn't a bad idea, to ensure you don't accidentally spread any burn juice where it shouldn't go.
Removing embrocation:
After your ride or race day is over, scrub as much cream off your skin as you can before showering because water tends to reactivate embrocation. Use a face cloth, paper towels, baby wipes, or sandpaper (keep it to 800 grit and above) to remove the embrocation. Even after a meticulous washing, you'll probably still enjoy a warm tingle for a bit.
As embrocation cream begins to achieve an almost culinary level of obscurity, described with metrics like nose, texture, and skin feel, it seems there's an alchemist brewing a new offering every week—so there's never been a more exciting time to jump on the bandwagon. The next time you head out for a cold, misty ride, eschew the warmers and instead slather some tingle tincture on your skin to tap into your traditional hardman. Eddy Merckx would be proud.


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New report shows Trump's COVID relief program funneled millions to Kushner family's companies
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It wasn't like we weren't expecting the most corrupt administration in modern history not to personally profit from the pandemic Paycheck Protection Program.
When the government starts handing out money, the politically connected Washington DC insiders know the ropes and can get to the trough quicker than the average small business owner.
But the extent to which the program — meant to help small business owners and their employees survive the long lockdown period when the economy dropped to a standstill — was exploited by wealthy members of the political elite and their friends and associates is still both shocking and disturbing.
The Daily Beast detailed some of the most egregious instances of tax-payer funded bailouts to the politically well-connected Washington DC insiders of both parties in a new article today as the first details of the recipients of the congressionally-approved program began to emerge this morning.
"Among the entities cashing six to seven-figure checks from the federal government's Paycheck Protection Program in recent months were a fiscal responsibility advocacy organization run by anti-tax crusader Grover Norquist, a high-powered consulting firm run by former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, the nonprofit headed by former Trump campaign official David Bossie, and a political strategy firm linked to two alumni of the Obama White House who've turned anti-Trump podcasting into a lucrative enterprise," The Daily Beast reports.
Unsurprisingly, presidential son-in-law Jared Kushner and his family had their fingers in the pie as well.
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"The Observer was not the only Kushner family business to take advantage of the PPP program. Two of the family's New Jersey hotels also cashed in. The SBA materials show that $1 million to $2 million in assistance went to Princeton Forrestal LLC—revealed in Security and Exchange Commission records to be 40 percent owned by the former developer's mother, brother, and sister. Esplanade Livingston LLC, which owns the land on which the company's Westminster Hotel sits, received another $350,000 to $1 million. Mortgage documents filed in Essex County, New Jersey show that Esplanade Livingston LLC is controlled by C.K. Livingston LLC, a company that bears the initials of Jared Kushner's father Charles—and which the former disclosed in 2017 as a source of personal income from the hotel," it continues.
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The figures released by the government today makes it apparent that those with experience in sailing the choppy waters of federal procedures and regulations had little trouble squeezing every penny they could from the Paycheck Protection Program, while small businesses on Main Street continued to face barriers to participating in the financial lifeline.
Perhaps Congress should have set the regulations for the program more tightly to prevent those whose businesses could survive without government assistance from having access to dollars meant to keep small business owners from insolvency.
It is understandable, however, that in the rush to provide immediate assistance to struggling businesses, not every possible contingency could have been anticipated.
Now, however, there is no excuse for those people and companies with the existing means to not reimburse the government for their largesse.
You can read the entire Daily Beast article with the rest of the details of those Washington insiders who took advantage of the Paycheck Protection Program right here.
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Original reporting by Lachlan Markay, Sam Brodey, William Bredderman, William Bredderman, and Jackie Kucinich at The Daily Beast.
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Another important thing you need to know is more about the individual or the company offering you pet Memorial portraits. It is always good to work with. Are very passionate about the process of keeping the memories alive. You therefore might want to investigate more about them because it will help you to also know about the quality will be expecting from the company. The other good thing is that you will be able to know what to expect in case you choose to work with them. Consult more about the cost, the flexibility and the deadlines.


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Berlin Excelsior Hotel, Berlin
Berlin Excelsior HotelHardenbergstrasse 14
The four star Excelsior hotel has one of the best locations in Berlin- walking distance to the famous Kurfuerstendamm and KaDeWe commercial areas and the Zoological Garden. The ICC convention centre is easily reachable by public transport- as well as the Tegel International Airport. The hotel has 314 rooms divided into two categories and 2 suites. 5 meeting rooms with the possibility to accommodate up to 120 persons. The Store House Grill Restaurant offers a wide selection of international dishes. Our centrally located hotel is directly reachable by bus from Tegel Airport-10 minutes- and by train from Schonefeld Airport. We offer ample parking spaces in our parking lot and underground garage. The 314 modern en-suite rooms in two categories are equipped with air-condition- cable and pay-TV- coffee and tea making facilities- W-LAN- telephone- safe and mini bar. Two thirds of our rooms are non-smoking rooms.


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PrimeOne School Cares for The Impact OF COVID-19 Outbreak
The outbreak of COVID-19 has created a global health and economic crisis that has had a deep impact to our world and our everyday lives. This pandemic, which started spreading like wildfire in Indonesia in March, has taken not just lives but also the earnings of millions of workers, one month after the government announced Indonesia's first two confirmed cases of the virus.
PrimeOne School, being aware of the hardship and people are now enduring out there, immediately took an empathetic and sympathetic action to alleviate the economic burden of not only PrimeOne School staffs and employees but also surrounding community. PrimeOne School Founding Father, Amrin Susilo Halim, instructed to share the following primary needs:
- 1000 sacks of 5 kg rice
- 200 sacks of 10 kg rice
- 1000 packs of cooking oil
- 200 boxes of instant noodle
- 1500 packs of salted eggs
The distribution was carried out into two rounds. The first one was 24th April, 2020 and the second one was on 25th April, 2020. The listed items were distributed to:
- PrimeOne staffs, employees, security officers, cleaning service members and drivers
- Harjosari II residents
- Mesjid Al Muslimin
- Mesjid Darul Azhar
- Mesjid Al-Huda
- Mesjid Al-Hilal
- Gereja HKI Efrata
- HKBP Jln Gereja
- GSKI Jln. Bajak 2
- GKPS Jln. Bajak 2
- Vihara Buddha Ramsi
- KORAMIL Amplas
- KORAMIL Deli Tua
- POLSEK Amplas
Perhaps this charity may lessen the economic pressure. COVID-19 has taught us many things suc as love, care, solidarity, discipline and responsibility. Sincere gratitude to PrimeOne School. May what PrimeOne has done motivate other people out there to do the same.


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Steve Carell May Be Sold On Billy Mays: The Movie
People expect a movie about Michael Jackson (in fact, our high commander, Josh Tyler already started casting it). A documentary about Farrah Fawcett has already been filmed. Even a movie about Ed McMahon wouldn't be too out of the question given his high profile friends and tragic economic downfall at the end of his career. But a Billy Mays movie was hard to see coming. Yet, negotiations have already begun.
What's even less expected are the casting choices that are being tossed around. Citing an anonymous source, Daily Stab claims that Steve Carell is being looked at to play Mays in a big screen biopic. Assuming there's any truth to this rumor at all, the movie would follow Mays around the world as he sells various items as if he were an old-fashioned tonic dealer. There are also talks going on about depicting Mays' show, Pitchmen, in the film and having Owen Wilson play Mays' co-host, Anthony Sullivan.
If you're judging the choice based solely on appearance, there probably isn't a better actor to go with than Steve Carell. And it's not like Carell is dripping with integrity when it comes to his acting jobs. For every Dan in Real Life, there's an Evan Almighty. Carell could bring depth to the role, though, as we know very little about the man that was Mays. Who knows? Maybe behind that perfectly molded face he sold us on TV, there was a whole world of ingredients that we never knew about.
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GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria honored four Soldiers and one civilian for their service and career at the quarterly retirement ceremony, here, December 12.
The USAG Bavaria Garrison Commander, Col. Adam J. Boyd, thanked the retirees for their accomplishments and sacrifices made in service to the country — in both times of peace and conflict.
"These tremendous patriots have made great sacrifices as they served our nation, both in times of peace and in times of conflict" said USAG Bavaria Garrison Commander, Col. Adam Boyd.
Four Soldiers and one civilian in our community retired from the military after years of dedicated service. They include, Lt. Col. Brandon J. Iker, Chief Warrant Officer 4 Julius J. Clark, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Patrick Waters, 1st SGT Ambar S. Yenz, and Ms. M. Kathleen Connolly
Lt. Col. Brandon J. Iker joined the Army a 11A infantry officer. completed officer basic training at Fort Benning, Georgia. He is a graduate of the united states military academy at West Point, New York, the infantry captains career course. And the command general staff college at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Lt. Col Iker has been married for 19 years to his beautiful wife Anna.
Chief Warrant Officer 4 Julius J. Clark joined the Army in 1995. He became a 27T Avenger weapons system repairer in 1996. He has served the military for faithful for more than 23 years. He has been married for 18 years to his wife Yvonne together they have two children.
Chief Warrant Officer 3 Patrick Waters joined the military in 1994 as a 13B Cannon crew member. He attended warrant officer basic course in 2007. He graduated from the warranted officer advance course in 2010. He has served the military for more than 24 years.
1st SGT Ambar S. Yenz began his career as a 63W wheeled vehicle mechanic in 1997. He has served the military for more than 21years of service. He was honored with the meritorious service medal. His wife Irina of 12 years and his two children joined him at the ceremony.
Ms. Kathleen Connolly entered into government service in 1971. She joined USAG Bavaria in 2014 from Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington. Ms. Connolly oversees the management of the college programs, computer labs testing programs basic skills program, budget Army tuition assistance and administration that supports the Army continuing education total program and services worldwide.
Ms. Connolly has been honored with the department of the Army achievement medal for civilian service and the department of the Army commander's award for civilian service. She is married to Lt. Col. retired Kenneth A. Zych.
Combined, these four Soldiers and Ms. Connolly rendered more than 136 years of service.


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Angry Consumers
HARTFORD—Consumer protestors from several Connecticut cities came here recently to demonstrate against the giant rate increase by Northeast Utilities. They were angry enough to boycott the hearing before the Department of Public Utility Control (DPUC) on the proposed $242 million rate increase and announce their own "citizens' hearing" in October.
Such protests are no longer unusual. With real family income growth falling behind inflation and with the Reagan administration jettisoning consumer protection law enforcement programs, the squeeze is on.
Many corporations see the Reaganites looking the other way and are preparing to make out like super bandits. They view the next four years as a period of "anything goes" for mergers, price increases and buying politicians to do their bidding.
Long range damage also is being done. Work for safety and health is being dropped or cut by companies which no longer feel the law on their track. General Motors, for example, dropped its crash protection engineering team soon after Secretary of Transportation Drew Lewis declared he was not going to issue any lifesaving auto and traffic safety standards during the next four years.
All these displays of contempt or indifference toward American consumers are telling these people, who pay all the bills in our economy that they have to look out for themselves because their government is not going to defend their interests.
But "looking out for themselves" will have to take dramatically new forms of negotiations between thousands or millions of united consumers and the companies or industries they want to behave better. Protests, demonstrations and even lawsuits are being overwhelmed by an onrushing, well-financed corporate power grab.
The citizens who demonstrated at Hartford belong to the Connecticut Citizen Action Group (CCAG)—the state's most influential civic organization. CCAG has challenged Northeast Utilities before and with some modest, temporary success. But look at what has happened nonetheless. Last November, the company received a $124 million rate hike. This year it is demanding a rate level that will give this legal monopoly a 19 percent profit return on investment. Many companies in this country receive less than that by a considerable margin and they do not have the security of being a monopoly. Lesser groups than CCAG might become disheartened by these relentless corporate pressures for more and more of the consumer dollar.
The reality of the corporate challenge in the '80s is that the consumers much decide to negotiate as an organized block against corporate excesses. Sample and savor these hypothetical future headlines:
- Residential Telephone Users Group Gets AT&T To Drop Its Local Measured Service Policy
- New York City Tenants Association Scores Big In Revisions Of Standard Landlord Lease.
- Chevrolet Owners Force GM To Buy Back Defective Cars
- Sears Agrees To Change Installment Loan Contracts In Negotiation With Customer Alliance
- Electricity Consumer Consortium Obtains Cessation Of All Nuclear Power Construction By Nation's Utilities
- Policyholders Association Wins Demand For Regular Disclosure Of Insurance Company Comparisons
- Customers Of Supermarket Chain Secure Stocking Of More Nutritious Food
- Motorist Group Obtains Ford Motor Co. Pledge To Install Air Bags Accompanied By Insurance Premium Reductions
- Homeowners Organization Puts 10 Service Companies On Its "No Patronage" List
Direct head-to-head negotiations between buyers and sellers requires a dedication of time by consumers, a willingness to join together and a keen awareness that consumer justice pays off mightily in dollars saved and a higher quality of life.
There is another benefit as well. Consumer protection laws would be more adequately enforced when there are organized consumer with full-time staff spread throughout the land.
The crucial gap to overcome before consumers band together is the absence of a cheap communication system linking consumers in the various economic sectors like food, energy, housing or health. A recent Wisconsin law requires utilities to include several times in the billing envelope an invitation for consumers to join their own statewide group. The first two insertions—one in the electric bill and the other in the telephone bill—attracted 50,000 members to this Citizens Utility Board (CUB), a private research and action organization with a full time staff of advocates.
Similar CUB bills will be introduced in several state legislatures next year. If you are interested in learning more about the CUB proposal and this new wave in consumer sovereignty, send a self-addressed, stamped business size envelope to CUB, PO Box 8003, Madison, Wisc., 53708.


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Being still in God's presence
In coming to God we should place ourselves in His presence with the confidence that He is the aggressor, not we. He has been waiting to manifest Himself to us till such time as our noise and activity have subsided enough for Him to make Himself heard and felt by us. Then we should focus our soul?s powers of attention upon the Triune Godhead. Whether One Person or Another claims our present interest is not important. We can trust the Spirit to bring before our minds the Person that we at the moment need most to behold. One thing more. Do not try to imagine God, or you will have an imaginary God; and certainly do not, as some have done, ?set a chair for Him.? God is Spirit. He dwells in your heart, not your house. Brood on the Scriptures and let faith show you God as He is revealed there. Nothing else can equal this glorious sight.


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About a year ago, I embarked on a mission to create a menu of 30 meals, one for every night of the month! (Truth be told, I decided this after an unfortunate incident involving a chicken strip, pepperoni, and mustard…)
Anyhow, I am still in the process of creating our 30-meal menu; however, we have discovered a few favorites that have become staples our home! I would like to share one that is fast, easy, and tasty: Crockpot Chicken Tacos.
My family has a delicious recipe for beef enchiladas (I'll be sharing it in the future!) but unfortunately, chicken enchilada meat was always absent. I assumed it was because chicken was so much harder to deal with than ground beef. Not so! I have an easy recipe for delicious, multipurpose spicy chicken filling that can be used for tacos, enchiladas, burritos – you name it! Original recipe inspiration goes to The Nina Show.
Ingredient List:
3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (32 oz)
1 can Rotel (regular or hot)
1 packet taco seasoning
1 can cream of chicken soup
12 Corn Tortillas
3 Fresh jalapeños (optional)
Possible taco toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickled jalapeños
Ingredient tips: Sam's Club has the BEST frozen chicken breast. For the Rotel, the No Salt Added variety reduces the sodium inherent in using canned goods. Taco Seasoning is also available in a reduced sodium option. I also traditionally use Campbell's 98% Fat Free Cream of Chicken Soup.
Instructions: Dump it and leave it! Really, it's that simple.
Add the chicken to a large crock pot. Sprinkle the taco seasoning on top of the chicken. Add the Rotel and the soup to the crockpot. At this point, you may also finely dice 2-3 jalapeños (or other peppers) and add them to the mix. We tend to like things spicy in our household!
Cook on high for 3-4 hours. During the last 20 minutes, shred the chicken completely with two forks.
Serve on warm corn tortillas and top with desired toppings. We prefer cheese, sour cream, and pickled jalapeños.
This recipe is so versatile, it can be used as a filling for anything! Tacos, burritos, enchiladas – you name it! It's quick, easy, and a huge hit! Pair alongside your favorite beef enchilada recipe for another tasty option.
Servings: 12
Nutrition Information: (1 taco w/ cheese and sour cream on a corn tortilla):
200 calories
6 fat
16 carb
19 protein
The protein is great here, with relatively low fat and calories. This is a great chicken-based meal for your family!


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(WOMENSENEWS)–An advertising and poster campaign attacking pro-choice Catholic senators alarms those who see it as a dangerous echo of the notorious "The Deadly Dozen" anti-choice campaign of 1995.
The earlier campaign, launched by the anti-choice group American Coalition of Life Activists, put out posters in an old-West format that called 12 physicians and health care providers the "The Deadly Dozen" and listed their names, addresses and telephone numbers. The posters were released after a wave of shootings of abortion providers who had been featured in other campaigns, prompting those who appeared on "The Deadly Dozen" posters to view them as hit lists. The information on the anti-choice group's posters also appeared on the "The Nuremberg Files" Web site, run by anti-choice activist Neal Horsley. In 1998, when abortion provider Dr. Barnett Slepian was murdered in Buffalo, his name was crossed out on the Nuremberg site.
Some pro-choice advocates say the new ad campaign, put out by the American Life League, Stafford, Va., is dangerously similar in language to the previous "The Deadly Dozen" posters.
The new campaign has posters that also resemble old-West style "Wanted" signs. Under the announcement "Wanted For Fradulently Claiming Catholic Faith," the posters list the photographs of 12 U.S. senators, branded as "The Deadly Dozen." All the sentators who appear in the posters are Catholic who have expressed pro-choice views.
Vicki Saporta, executive director of the National Abortion Federation, Washington, D.C., says she is appalled that the American Life League would recycle the "The Deadly Dozen" phrase. "This type of language is associated with violence," says Saporta. "Seven people lost their lives as a result of this type of verbiage. What is the American Life League thinking?"
After "The Deadly Dozen" campaign in 1995, a handful of doctors and abortion providers eventually sued. The case of Planned Parenthood v. American Coalition of Life Activists went through a series of legal battles, before a 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, based in San Francisco, ruled that the posters constituted a "true threat" of violence and that "the posters were prepared and disseminated to intimidate doctors from providing abortions." The court also ordered American Coalition of Life Activists leaders to pay $109 million in damages.
New Campaign Running in Newspapers
Launched this past January, the American Life League's posters, which call for bishops to refuse communion to the senators, ran as advertisements this winter in The Washington Times, The Washington Times National Weekly Edition, and The Wanderer, a weekly, Catholic newspaper in southeastern Massachusetts.
Another round of "The Deadly Dozen" posters is planned in the coming months, this time targeting Governor Gray Davis, as well as other prominent California politicians. The American Life League has committed thousands of dollars to the campaign, which will feature prominent Catholic politicians who are anti-choice, according to Joseph Giganti, director of media and government relations.
For their part, the American Life League is adamant that their campaign has no similarities to the "The Deadly Dozen" campaign, nor do they believe that their campaign will be misinterpreted.
"It's reckless and careless to make comparisons between the two campaigns," says Giganti. "Our campaign was not based on any previous efforts. We opposed the American Coalition of Life Activists campaign, which promoted violence. We want all life to be protected."
"Our ads don't refer to being wanted dead or alive; it is referencing the fact abortion kills," says Giganti. "We are simply saying, if you are in fact Catholic, how can you continue to support abortion?"
Additionally, Giganti believes the only groups that would misinterpret the campaign would be anti-choice groups who "purposely want to misinterpret it and use it as a stepping stone to voice their own opinions."
Some Opposition from Catholics
The American Life League has found some opposition from Catholics concerning the ad campaign. When they approached 11 diocesan newspapers, each published in the vicinity of one of the targeted senators' hometowns, they were turned down.
When the original "The Deadly Dozen" ads were released, many prominent anti-choice groups criticized it and distanced themselves from the league. Some anti-choice groups are defending the American Life League and the campaign, however, even if the name gives them pause.
"Does it say 'deadly dozen?'" asks Joe Scheidler, national director of the Pro-Life Action League, a anti-choice group, when told the name of the campaign. "I don't see that anyone would shoot someone over the ad. I think that it would be a stretch of the imagination."
The pro-choice group, Catholics for a Free Choice, believes that the campaign will backfire. "The kind of advertising they are doing is inflammatory," says Francis Kissling, president of Catholics for a Free Choice. "It could incite someone, set someone off. But the more dominant issue is that they will disgust people. This ad will only reinforce pro-choice. People who have mixed feelings about abortion, people who are moderates will be turned off by the advertisements."
Giganti disagrees, saying that his group has received widespread support from Catholics, as well as other Christian groups.
"We've gotten phone calls, e-mails from people happy to see that someone is finally standing up to these politicians," says Giganti. "Protestant groups are asking us if they can start using our campaign."
Meanwhile, the senators listed on the poster are saying relatively little publicly about the campaign. Shortly after the advertisements appeared in The Washington Times, a spokesperson for Christopher Dodd, the Connecticut senator and one of those attacked by the campaign, released a statement, which read in part: "There is no place in America for personal attacks on those with whom one disagrees. Ultimately, Senator Dodd's religious views are a personal matter between him and God."
Dakota Smith is a freelance writer in New York.
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The celebration still hasn't ended for many Hawks players and fans as Chicagoans wait around the city to catch a glimpse of the Stanley Cup and congratulate their team.
The Cup, which remained at the United Center for several hours after the team's thrilling 2-0 victory, has already made its way through parts of Chicago, but its journey is far from over.
Within about 24 hours of the Hawks' win, the Cup had already visited the MID, Wrigley Field, Rockit Bar & Grill, Tavern on Rush, 437 Rush and at least one player's home.
It was scheduled to be in attendance at the team's celebratory parade and rally in the city Thursday, but outside of that, its not clear where the trophy will go.
Check below for the latest on the Cup's whereabouts.
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There is often a misconception that the elderly do not opt for cosmetic surgery as a means to enhance their physical appearance. However, over 80,000 cosmetic surgery procedures were performed on American patients older than 65 years in 2010. In fact the number of seniors undergoing cosmetic surgery has been steadily increasing year on year. There are both pros and cons in considering cosmetic surgery in the senior years and it should be a carefully though out decision. Medical advice from reputable professionals is always necessary before undertaking any procedure and the input of the family doctor is equally important.
Reasons for cosmetic surgery
The reasons for undergoing cosmetic surgery in the senior years are not significantly different than it is for younger adults. Cosmetic surgery is motivated by a person's displeasure with some physical aspect and the desire to correct or enhance it. Considering cosmetic surgery is not so much of a physical matter but rather a psychological issue, it is largely considered to be a non-essential treatment. This simply means that it is not a matter of life or death but rather a personal choice.
Age-related changes to the body, particularly to face, can be minimized or even 'undone' to some extent with cosmetic surgery. Almost no other modern medical treatment option can offer the same results in as short a time as does cosmetic surgery. However, cosmetic surgery is not the 'cure all' to undo the effects of aging. It has its limitations and in the elderly in particular, the results are often not as long lived as may be the case in younger patients.
Nevertheless, cosmetic surgery may be more feasible in the senior years. The elderly may be in a better position to pay for often costly cosmetic procedures as their financial commitments ease in the senior years. With retirement payouts, freehold properties with savings on mortgage payments and extra time on their hands, cosmetic surgery may be more viable in the senior years. Irrespective of these benefits, it is a matter of what the individual desires and age should not be an issue if the person is healthy.
Dangers for the elderly
There are some dangers with considering cosmetic surgery in the senior years that is more often related to a person's health status than age. The elderly are more likely to suffer with chronic conditions like diabetes mellitus and hypertension (high blood pressure) that can increase the chances of complications during and after surgery. With some diseases, surgery is contraindicated outright and even essential surgery has to be reconsidered or done with greater care.
However, a senior who is in a good state of health may not need to be concerned with these dangers. The average age for some procedures in American seniors is well into the 70s yet complications are minimal. There may be some risk associated with slower healing time in seniors but with proper post-operative management it may not be a cause for serious concern. Each case is different though, and the individual set of circumstances will determine the viability and safety as well as the skill of the surgeon.
Is cosmetic surgery suitable for seniors?
There will always be a debate regarding cosmetic surgery, irrespective of a person's age. However, there is also the added component of attempting to undo age-related cosmetic changes which are inadvertently going to return and worsen with time. Nevertheless, cosmetic surgery is a personal choice, which should be made after consulting with medical professionals. If a senior desires the procedure, can afford it without straining their future budget or inconveniencing others, and is in a suitable state of health to undergo surgery, then there is no reason why it is not suitable for the older patient. It may not be an option or preference for every senior but neither is it for younger adults who are concerned about physical 'imperfections'.
It is always advisable that a senior consult with their family doctor before considering cosmetic surgery. Certain pre-existing ailments may mean that surgery can be a risky undertaking and is best avoided since it is a non-essential procedure. Never opt for cheaper cosmetic surgery in other countries as part of a medical tourism package. The elderly need greater care and attention and should therefore be in the presence of medical staff in their home country. The contribution and supervision of the family doctor who is familiar with the senior's medical history is crucial. With these factors in mind, cosmetic surgery can be both a safe, viable and rewarding experience for seniors.
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