Hot summer weather signals the importance of getting fluids to stay hydrated and prevent heat-related illnesses - especially for senior citizens.

It happens often when children receive a gift. The youngsters often are happier playing with the box than the present. Although amused at first, the gift-givers may soon suspect that their money was ill-spent.

Information on why the elderly are more at risk for frauds and scams, along with helpful tips and tools for managing finances and protecting your privacy.

A series of informative fact sheets designed to help grandparents caring for their grandchildren.

The Smart Choices Nutrition News for Seniors is an informative newsletter designed to address specific nutrition and health-related issues for adults over 50.

As the end of another school year draws near, parents need to plan for what to do with the kids this summer. Summer camps are often the answer, but an LSU AgCenter family life expert says parents should ask many questions when deciding on a camp.

Predictable environments offer children a sense of security and responsibility. This is true of the childcare setting as well as the home.

If you are looking for ways to spend quality time with your family or keeping your children busy during the summer or holidays, volunteering together can be beneficial to your family as well as someone in need.

Change is hard for everyone, from very young children to adults. Some of the most stressful times children experience come when they move from one classroom to another. Very young children often cannot express their fears about moving to a new classroom, while older pre-school children have mixed emotions about the transition. Whatever the age, changes or transitions are a major change and will affect everyone involved.

Children whose parents are involved in their education and development have better academic performance, better attendance, greater completion rate of homework, higher graduation rates, increased involvement in extra curricular activities, improved attitude and better all-around behavior.