While there are some senior individuals who enlist the help of professional cleaners, others may prefer to keep busy by cleaning their own homes. Of course, as people age, there are certain cleaning tasks that should be left to a professional or someone more agile for the sole reason of potentially injuring one’s self. On the other hand, simple house cleaning tips for seniors can be cautiously done by seniors cautiously to avoid any mishaps. Here are some useful tips to make cleaning safer for seniors: 1. Sit... read more

When you’re planning to travel with your family, things can get overwhelming and chaotic. Use this free printable family vacation packing list, and you will not forget anything that is needed, nor will you have an unorganized suitcase. If you’re traveling by air: Liquid Rules: 3-1-1 for Carry-Ons The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has introduced the 3-1-1 rule for carry-on luggage. According to the standard, you can carry only 3.4-ounce (100 milliliters) bottles or less by volume, of liquids and they should be enclosed in 1 quart-sized, clear,... read more

Overeating sugar is one of the worst things you can do to your body. It can have many adverse effects on your health. It has been shown to contribute to obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, cancer and tooth decay. Yes, sugar is naturally found in foods like vegetables and fruits, but these foods have little effect on your blood sugar and are necessary for a healthy diet. They also contain lots of healthy vitamins and minerals. The danger is from added sugars in processed foods. Why do... read more

Every parent has been through that pounding frustration of looking ways to organize kids room and keeping it tidy all the time. After picking everything up and putting all toys and knick-knacks away, the kids will probably come and mess it up again. The cycle could go on forever. But worry not! We got you covered! Here are simple tips to get your child’s room in order and to keep it that way! Take inventory of everything inside. Like with other cleaning tasks, making a list of inventory... read more

With this cold weather, it’s hard not to crank up the heat and resort to a pile of blankets, layers upon layers of clothing and hot chocolate to suffice, but is it enough? Still looking for ways to keep your house warm? To help you make your house warm and cozy, here are a few excellent tips to achieve it! Just five tips to make sure that your house is warm: 1. Install a smart thermostat. For this winter, an excellent way to keep your house warm it... read more

Maintaining a clean and orderly home can be as easy as 1, 2, 3! Doing so doesn’t require you to cancel all your appointments to free up your schedule for housework. Besides,  you really don’t need to spend all your energy doing housework. What you need are 10 easy ways to keep your house in shape! Learn the best way to get organized at home. Let’s get started! 10 Daily Tips to Get Your Home Clean and Organized Make the bed. Did you know that the benefits of... read more

It’s a common belief that allergies affect you only when you’re outdoors and the pollen count is excessively high. In reality, that is a false belief but many people think it’s true. Allergy symptoms can be experienced through environmental triggers found inside your home, too. You may not know it, but airborne allergens can be trapped deep in your carpet fibers until they are disturbed by foot traffic then released back into the air you breathe. So with that thought in mind, you might want to ask the... read more

Let’s be honest; most of us realize the dirty, unsanitary conditions of our mattresses but choose to pull a fresh sheet over the mattress pad and think ‘out of sight, out of mind’! The importance of cleaning one’s mattress is often overlooked. All mattresses need to be cleaned occasionally.  The general recommendation is at least once or twice a year.  Some mattresses will come with specific instructions for cleaning them, if yours did, please follow those instructions so you can keep any warranties that your mattress has!  If... read more

Nothing completes that cozy vibe inside your home more than those soft carpets you decided to put in. Aside from the comfort they give, it makes the floor much less slippery. Although, as great as they seem to be, keeping the carpets clean involves a handful of effort. From having kids playing around and pets running all over, something is bound to make a mess. It feels like the world is falling into pieces, so you go to Google to seek some answers. Most results might recommend hiring... read more

A brand new upholstered couch looks fabulous until the stains and dirt start to set in. You may not notice it at first, but eventually, you will walk into the room and realize that your new, clean couch is now dirty, dusty and, worst of all, smelly! Cleaning upholstery can be somewhat tricky; you run the risk of damaging the fibers or material if you aren’t careful, while the result may not always be satisfactory. The key here is to go about cleaning your upholstered couch with a... read more