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New apps to help take care of seniors

As the baby boomer generation -- a large segment of the smart phone-owning population -- continue to take care of their parents, software developers are creating a greater number of apps aimed at providing for senior citizens.

Tags: apps , iPhone , iPhone application , iPhone apps , elderly , senior housing

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Virginians to consider three constitutional amendments

Virginians will have three changes to the state constitution to consider as they head to the polls Tuesday: raising the state Revenue Stabilization Fund -- also known as the "Rainy Day Fund" -- from 10 percent to 15 percent, and offering additional property tax relief to veterans and to senior citizens.

Tags: faye wagoner , Virginia election , constitutional amendmentdment , property tax , veterans , Rainy Day Fund , Revenue Stabilization Fund

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Volunteers needed to take seniors to doctors appointments

Volunteer Solutions in Fairfax County is looking for volunteers to drive older adults or adults with disabilities to doctor's appointments.

Tags: Volunteer Solutions , volunteering , Ruth Reagan

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10 percent senior tax credit passed in Thurmont

The gross combined household income of the property's residents cannot exceed $60,000 per year. Any resident applying for the credit must provide a town employee with a copy of his latest tax return to the IRS or the state.

Tags: Thurmont , tax credit

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