December 10, 2018
Christmas, Hannukah, New Years. The holidays are meant to evoke feelings of happiness and excitement. But if you experienced the death of a loved one this past year (or before), you may be left feeling less than festive. Memories of better times may only serve to remind you of the loss. Holidays force us to realize […]
August 22, 2018
Labor Day marks the official end of summer as students head back to school and football season kicks off. Many of us plan to spend the holiday weekend taking a road trip, hosting a barbecue, spending time at the beach or boating on the lake. Unfortunately, with all of these activities comes the risk of […]
August 21, 2018
The American Academy of Pediatrics website features tips and in-depth articles on subjects such as bullying and school bus safety, but when it comes to college-aged students, many parents assume their kids are ready for the big world. However, sharing tiny dorms and kitchens with other busy, pre-occupied students can be a recipe for accidents […]
May 24, 2018
In Florida’s Pinellas and Pasco Counties, there are over 3000 children in foster care, and over 100 more come into care every month. The mission of the Guardian ad Litem Foundation of Tampa Bay is to provide advocacy and support for abused, abandoned, or neglected children in the Pinellas and Pasco County area. “In many […]
May 29, 2017
School’s out for the season, and everyone is looking forward to the long break (well, nearly everyone!). With vacation time on the horizon, summer is a great time to visit the park or gather up neighborhood friends for backyard fun. June is also National Safety Month. And as our parents cautioned us, it’s not just […]
January 19, 2017
This Saturday, January 21st, is a national holiday. While National Hugging Day might not have the popularity of Thanksgiving or New Years, it’s certainly gained a following. The best part is that it doesn’t cost a thing to celebrate. Hug a friend, your child, your spouse, or even your pet. The benefit is the same: […]
December 23, 2016
Christmas, Hannukah, New Years. The holidays are meant to evoke feelings of happiness and excitement. But if you experienced the death of a loved one this past year (or before), you may be left feeling less than festive. Memories of better times may only serve to remind you of the loss. Holidays force us to realize […]
December 20, 2016
Food safety is probably not the first thing you think about when planning a holiday dinner. While the U.S. food supply is one of the safest in the world, some 76 million people get sick from food-borne illness every year, according to the CDC. Food safety can be a special challenge during the holidays. Not […]
December 2, 2016
It’s that time of year again when a trip to the supermarket or the office can mean exposure to all forms of colds, bacteria, germs, and other illnesses. You’ve got your flu shot, but now what? Each year, new viruses attack our immune systems, which means that even the flu shot isn’t 100% foolproof. To […]
May 20, 2016
Guided by the principles of education, safety, and community, Aftermath has become a fixture in communities nationwide, providing specialty cleaning services to families and businesses in need of assistance. Our compassionate staff of trained technicians are on call 24/7, ready to deliver discreet, caring service whenever it is needed. But our commitment goes far beyond […]