Water: Nature’s Superhero

  Presenters will include Peggy Winsman, LCSW, Wellness Coordinator for CT First and Andrea Cordis, BS, COTA/L, a trauma-informed yoga instructor. Join Us! Thursday, Aug. 20, from 12 to 12:45 p.m. Missed our Stress Less Webinar? Watch the full webinar here.  The post Water: Nature’s Superhero appeared first on CHR. . . . [More]

Water: Nature’s Superhero

  Presenters will include Peggy Winsman, LCSW, Wellness Coordinator for CT First and Andrea Cordis, BS, COTA/L, a trauma-informed yoga instructor. Join Us! Thursday, Aug. 20, from 12 to 12:45 p.m. Missed our Stress Less Webinar? Watch the full webinar here.  The post Water: Nature’s Superhero appeared first on CHR. . . . [More]

basic benefits of flood insurance

Flood insurance provides financial protection against losses caused by flooding, which is typically not covered by standard homeowners or renters insurance policies. Here are some basic benefits of flood insurance:Property Coverage: Flood insurance covers damage to your building and its foundation, as well as the electrical and plumbing systems, HVAC equipment, appliances, carpeting, and other built-in items.Contents Coverage: It also provides coverage for personal belongings such as furniture, clothing, electronics, and other items that are da . . . [More]

basic benefits of flood insurance

Flood insurance provides financial protection against losses caused by flooding, which is typically not covered by standard homeowners or renters insurance policies. Here are some basic benefits of flood insurance:Property Coverage: Flood insurance covers damage to your building and its foundation, as well as the electrical and plumbing systems, HVAC equipment, appliances, carpeting, and other built-in items.Contents Coverage: It also provides coverage for personal belongings such as furniture, clothing, electronics, and other items that are da . . . [More]

Flood risk zones

Flood risk zones are areas that are prone to flooding. Each zone has a different flood risk, low to moderate and high. Depending on the location, flood insurance rates will vary. Those with a higher risk will pay less than properties in a low to moderate zone. High-risk properties require flood insurance before banks can release a mortgage. When purchasing flood insurance for the first time, you may have many questions, and Holt Flood Insurance is here to help. Such as, do I go with a private company or the NFIP? Do I need flood insurance in a . . . [More]

Flood risk zones

Flood risk zones are areas that are prone to flooding. Each zone has a different flood risk, low to moderate and high. Depending on the location, flood insurance rates will vary. Those with a higher risk will pay less than properties in a low to moderate zone. High-risk properties require flood insurance before banks can release a mortgage. When purchasing flood insurance for the first time, you may have many questions, and Holt Flood Insurance is here to help. Such as, do I go with a private company or the NFIP? Do I need flood insurance in a . . . [More]

house flood insurance requirements

The requirements for flood insurance for a house can vary depending on several factors, including its location, whether it's in a flood zone, and the mortgage lender's policies.Here are some general guidelines regarding flood insurance requirements for houses: Flood Zone Determination: Properties located in high-risk flood zones designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are typically required to have flood insurance if they have a mortgage from a federally regulated or insured lender.These high-risk flood zones are identified . . . [More]

house flood insurance requirements

The requirements for flood insurance for a house can vary depending on several factors, including its location, whether it's in a flood zone, and the mortgage lender's policies.Here are some general guidelines regarding flood insurance requirements for houses: Flood Zone Determination: Properties located in high-risk flood zones designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are typically required to have flood insurance if they have a mortgage from a federally regulated or insured lender.These high-risk flood zones are identified . . . [More]

fire and flood insurance

Fire and flood insurance are two of the additional ways you can protect your home from disasters. You have some fire and flood coverage with your homeowner's insurance. However, there are certain situations only covered under this policy. For example, flooding coverage only applies to accidental floods, such as leaky appliances or pipes.In the event of a fire, homeowners insurance protects your home and belongings against smoke and fire damage. However, you may need additional fire insurance if you live in an area prone to forest fires, such as . . . [More]

fire and flood insurance

Fire and flood insurance are two of the additional ways you can protect your home from disasters. You have some fire and flood coverage with your homeowner's insurance. However, there are certain situations only covered under this policy. For example, flooding coverage only applies to accidental floods, such as leaky appliances or pipes.In the event of a fire, homeowners insurance protects your home and belongings against smoke and fire damage. However, you may need additional fire insurance if you live in an area prone to forest fires, such as . . . [More]

How expensive is flood insurance

As an insurance company, how expensive is flood insurance? This is one of our clients' many questions, especially if they are new to flood insurance. And the answer always depends on where they live and the type of coverage they require. Those who live in higher-risk areas will pay more for flood insurance than those with low to moderate risk.The other factors that determine the cost are owning vs renting. Property owners need building and content insurance, whereas renters only require content insurance. Where you purchase your flood insurance . . . [More]

How expensive is flood insurance

As an insurance company, how expensive is flood insurance? This is one of our clients' many questions, especially if they are new to flood insurance. And the answer always depends on where they live and the type of coverage they require. Those who live in higher-risk areas will pay more for flood insurance than those with low to moderate risk.The other factors that determine the cost are owning vs renting. Property owners need building and content insurance, whereas renters only require content insurance. Where you purchase your flood insurance . . . [More]

In Memoriam: Betty Domer

CHR recently lost a wonderful friend: our former Chairman of the Board of Directors and longstanding volunteer, Betty Domer.  She will be deeply missed and left a tremendous legacy in Connecticut. Betty’s involvement with CHR spanned more than 20 years, including her service on our Board and more recently, as a member of the Development Committee. Betty volunteered at all of CHR’s Golf & Tennis Outings, 5Ks and the 50th Birthday Gala in 2016. She was always ready to help in any way. CHR was one of the many nonprofits she supported locally . . . [More]

In Memoriam: Betty Domer

CHR recently lost a wonderful friend: our former Chairman of the Board of Directors and longstanding volunteer, Betty Domer.  She will be deeply missed and left a tremendous legacy in Connecticut. Betty’s involvement with CHR spanned more than 20 years, including her service on our Board and more recently, as a member of the Development Committee. Betty volunteered at all of CHR’s Golf & Tennis Outings, 5Ks and the 50th Birthday Gala in 2016. She was always ready to help in any way. CHR was one of the many nonprofits she supported locally . . . [More]

How Long Does it Take to Make a Website

When you're starting to think about getting a website made for you or your business, one of the most important things to consider is the timeline. Depending on how you go about getting your site built the timeline can be very different. If you just need a simple and easy website, then it's possible to set one up quickly using a website building service such as Wix, WordPress, or Squarespace. These services all have simple and elegant templates that look professional and are easy to customize. Using them to build your website can realistically t . . . [More]

How Long Does it Take to Make a Website

When you're starting to think about getting a website made for you or your business, one of the most important things to consider is the timeline. Depending on how you go about getting your site built the timeline can be very different. If you just need a simple and easy website, then it's possible to set one up quickly using a website building service such as Wix, WordPress, or Squarespace. These services all have simple and elegant templates that look professional and are easy to customize. Using them to build your website can realistically t . . . [More]

best flood insurance

Finding the best flood insurance can be stressful; many different insurance companies all offer the same thing. Protection from water damage and those new to flood insurance may go with the first company they find. At Holt Flood Insurance, we want to help you make the right decision when it comes to buying insurance for their property.We can't stress enough the importance of flood insurance or any other insurance for that matter. Property insurance protects your home and valuables from various circumstances. Such as fire damages, break and ente . . . [More]

best flood insurance

Finding the best flood insurance can be stressful; many different insurance companies all offer the same thing. Protection from water damage and those new to flood insurance may go with the first company they find. At Holt Flood Insurance, we want to help you make the right decision when it comes to buying insurance for their property.We can't stress enough the importance of flood insurance or any other insurance for that matter. Property insurance protects your home and valuables from various circumstances. Such as fire damages, break and ente . . . [More]

Best Labeling Practices for Food and Dietary Services

When it comes to food and dietary services, everyone must follow the proper procedures to ensure consumers are getting the right meals suited to their nutritional needs. These practices are especially important in hospitals and long-term care homes. The best way to ensure that they are followed is by practicing proper labeling techniques. Mistakes can lead to dangerous health consequences and are less likely to happen when items are labeled accurately.At Nev's Ink, we carry a wide assortment of food and dietary service labels. These labels are . . . [More]

Best Labeling Practices for Food and Dietary Services

When it comes to food and dietary services, everyone must follow the proper procedures to ensure consumers are getting the right meals suited to their nutritional needs. These practices are especially important in hospitals and long-term care homes. The best way to ensure that they are followed is by practicing proper labeling techniques. Mistakes can lead to dangerous health consequences and are less likely to happen when items are labeled accurately.At Nev's Ink, we carry a wide assortment of food and dietary service labels. These labels are . . . [More]