That is seventeen five – your half of the thirty-five thousand. Plus there’s an extra fifteen in there, it’s all yours, you’ve earned it. We made a deal. That’s right. Because I think that we can do business together – we came to an understanding. Take a look at the money in your hand. Now just imagine making that every week. That’s right. Two pounds a week, thirty-five thousand a pound.
Look… I feel like I’m running out of ways to explain this to you but once more, I shall try. This fly is a major problem for us. It will ruin our batch.
And we need to destroy it and every trace of it, so we can cook. Failing that, we’re dead. There’s no more room for error. Not with these people.
That is seventeen five – your half of the thirty-five thousand.
Plus there’s an extra fifteen in there, it’s all yours, you’ve earned it.
Because I think that we can do business together – we came to an understanding.
Take a look at the money in your hand. Now just imagine making that every week.
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JCA Blog, News / By JCA / October 31, 2022
by Richard Eisenberg, from Next Avenue Here’s a strange paradox regarding older workers: On the one hand, they’re 14% less likely to receive the highest annual performance ratings, according to Mercer’s Workforce Sciences Institute. But, those analysts found, business units’ financial and operational performance rise with increased tenure of their workers. What gives? Some 78% of people …
News / By JCA / October 20, 2022
JCA has issued its 49th Annual Report. It highlights stories from those who have benefited from JCA’s programs and introduces the FY22 Award Winners. View the report >>
Uncategorized / By Suzanne Pollak / October 19, 2022
TD Bank’s Ready Commitment $5,000 contribution to JCA’s Senior Community Services Employment Program (SCSEP) will go a long way to cover the seemingly small, but still significant, barriers participants face regularly. “These funds will give my team the flexibility to help our participants when they face obstacles that jeopardize their ability to stay enrolled in …
JCA Blog, News / By JCA / October 19, 2022
from the Washington Post, by Heather Kelly Parental Tech Support: Everything you should fix on a senior’s phone Clean up and optimize your parent’s smartphone with 20 minutes and this checklist. Next time you see your parents in person (and really, you should visit more often) do everyone a favor. Take 30 minutes to borrow …
JCA Blog, News / By JCA / October 12, 2022
from the Beacon, by Mayo Clinic Staff Dear Mayo Clinic: My friend’s father recently died from a medication error. One of his prescriptions was filled incorrectly and caused a fatal reaction. I take multiple medications for various conditions. How can I reduce my risk for a medication error? A: Medication errors refer to mistakes in …
KC Blog / By JCA / October 6, 2022
Access Smithsonian is pleased to announce the following dates in October and November for See Me at the Smithsonian, a virtual art appreciation program for persons with early-stage dementia. You must register in advance. Wednesday, October 5th from 2:00 – 3:00p ET with the National Museum of American History Wednesday, October 19th from 2:00 – 3:00p ET with the National Museum of Natural …
News / By JCA / October 4, 2022
The Beacon newspaper is happy to return to in-person 50+Expos this October after two years of online events. Thousands of attendees are expected to attend the two 50+Expos taking place this year — free, annual events featuring speakers, health screenings, flu shots and other vaccines, informative resources, and entertainment for older adults and their families. …
JCA Blog, News / By JCA / October 4, 2022
Prescription drug costs can add up. Medicare Part D is optional coverage which can defray costs for those who take prescription drugs on a regular basis or think they will need to in the future. Consult the Montgomery County SHIP website, plus you can request a price comparison from SHIP. Refer to this article from …
JCA Blog, KC Blog, News / By JCA / October 3, 2022
from the Beacon, by Ana Prager Hart In the United States, families are the primary source of support for older adults and people with disabilities. According to the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC), more than 65 million people — 29% of Americans — provide care for a chronically ill, disabled, or aged family member or …
JCA Blog, KC Blog / By JCA / September 29, 2022
Preventing Falls at Home: Room by Room Many falls happen at home, where we spend much of our time and tend to move around without thinking about our safety. There are many changes you can make to your home that will help prevent falls and better ensure your safety. If you’re concerned about falling, set …