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Del Webb is proud to have supported the American Red Cross this year in its important mission of helping communities prepare for emergencies and keeping people safe every day. Funds were collected as part of Del Webb’s “Feel Good. Live Good” weekend on October 18-19, 2008 . The special weekend encouraged healthy lifestyles and eating in its active adult communities.
It may have looked good years ago, but replacing that tired wallpaper with a coat of fresh paint is sure to appeal to a prospective buyer of your home.
Seniors looking to sell their homes and move into an adult-oriented community such as Del Webb’s Edgewater should look to consultants like those at Del Webb’s developments as resources to help them sell their homes.
Many older adults have been in their current homes for 30 or more years and may not fully understand the current real estate market.
Del Webb sales consultants can help seniors to prepare not only their home — but themselves — for this important step in life.
Water color paint sets are just one of the many items that can be found on the "Wish Lists" of Elgin charities this year.
Looking for a great way to spread the spirit of giving this year? One that will make a powerful impact in Del Webb’s Edgewater community and will last past the time when the wrapping paper is torn away, the Christmas tree is taken down and the new year has arrived?
Edgewater residents have a wealth of Elgin-based resources to support with everything from cash to cleaning supplies and volunteer opportunities to vacuums. These agencies provide a wide range of services, including counseling for troubled families, after-school care, literacy programs, help for mentally and physically challenged children and adults, assistance for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault, vocational help for adults with disabilities and more.
As reported recently in the Elgin Courier and compiled by the Elgin Chamber Catalog of Guide, every item on this “Wish List” is something that will make the coming year a little easier. So, Del Webb encourages you to review the names and needs of below, then contact the individual agencies at the phone numbers and addresses provided.
When considering making your year end contributions, keep these tips in mind for your protection.
All too frequently, many retired persons are victims of charitable fraud through an ever-increasing number of misleading techniques that are aimed at capturing vital personal information and causing financial damage.
Please take a moment to review the following top 10 tips provided by the Charity Navigator as the end of the calendar year quickly approaches. These easy-to-follow precautions can help ensure that you contribute only to legitimate and efficient charities.
On solicitations…
1.) Don’t give in to pressure tactics. Remember, reputable organizations don’t have to resort to harassment and pressure tactics. Their good work and financial health should speak for itself.
2.) Verify claims that say you’ve contributed in the past. If a caller or an appeal letter indicates that you’ve given in the past, be sure to check it out for yourself.
Calling all of the Clark Griswolds in the neighborhood!
Show off your best and brightest Christmas decorations for Pulte Homes in Facebook.
Do you get a big “charge” out of decorating your house for the holiday? Have a competitive streak? If so, then, Pulte Homes wants to see “watt” you’ve got.
Game on! Bring on the best Christmas lights and decorations at your house by submitting a photo on our special Facebook Group, “Chicagoland’s Holiday Home Decorating Contest”. Be creative and help us find all those inflatable Santas and mega-watt lighting displays. Just log on to Facebook here and start posting your entries today.
It’s your big chance to catch a moment of fame, claim bragging rights for a year (and a get a big electric bill in January)!
Deadline is Monday, December 22.
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