As our children turn 18 and go off to college or careers, we hear horror stories about HIPAA and FERPA on the internet and from other parents. Understanding HIPAA and FERPA laws is one of the keys to successfully navigating life with an adult child.
College Kids
Is Your Teen Headed Back to College?
Have a teen headed back to college?
Before they leave, sit down and talk with you teen about what their expectations are for the next semester. Do they have any worries? Do they need some different strategies to move forward?
Honest conversations and a listening ear might go a long way towards easing their minds.
CramBetter Tutoring Review
HELP! My first physics/chemistry/calculus test is next week and I AM SO LOST!!! I thought I was getting everything, but as I start to study, I can’t make heads or tails of any of it.
I have been to the help sessions, but there are so many kids there, I can’t get my questions answered. What am I going to do???
6 Steps to Take Before Your College Student Has a Medical Emergency
How to prepare for your college student’s medical needs while away at college. Do you need a HIPAA document? What does a HIPAA document do and what does it NOT do? How to deal with your insurance company for your over 18 year old child.
Health for College Students
As we send our kids away to college, trade school, the military, wherever… we need to prepare them to take care of their health. This can look like a lot of different things, so let’s break down the different health issues that our older teens and young adults might face so that they are better prepared to handle illness if it occurs
The Best Academic Planner for ADHD
Our NPP Order Out Of Chaos Review has some answers for you. Is Order Out Of Chaos legit? How much do products at Order Out Of Chaos cost? Why use OOOC? What is OOOC?
10 College Parent Weekend Ideas
Parent Weekends are coming soon and it is time for your first visit to see your college student. I have put together this list of 10 College Parents Weekend Ideas to help you encourage them and make your visit a success for everyone. Read on for the College Parent Tips: Visit Your College Student.
11 Bible Verses for Parents of College Students
Sending your child off to college brings many emotions – worry for your college student’s new life, anxiety about your empty or emptying nest, and a desire to pray for their success. This list of Bible Verses for Parents of College Students will encourage you as you embark on this new life without your son or daughter at home everyday.
10 Must Do Activities to Connect With Your College Student
10 Must-Do Activities to Connect with Your College Student It's coming!! Our babies are finally coming home for winter break or summer vacation. The time is going to fly by, so let's make plans to make it a break to remember for both you and your college student. From...
Are Your College Kids Coming Home For Summer? 10 Tips For Success
College Kids Coming Home For Summer Are your college kids coming home for summer -or any break? This can be a challenging time for all, so let’s break down some ways to deal with this adjustment. First, let’s talk about expectations with your college kids coming home...
5 Crucial Conversations Before College to Have With Your Child
5 Conversations Before College It's almost the big day - the day you take your child to college. You have the dorm room stuff. And you have already stocked up on Kleenex for the good-bye, but what else do you need to do to get ready? Go through these 5 Conversations...
12 Bible Verses for College Students
12 Bible Verses for College Students Sending a child off to college is a monumental step for both parent and student. These 12 Bible Verses for College Students will encourage your student during the days of struggle, fear, loneliness, and moral turmoil that...
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