By: Doug Nguyen Agency Continues to Remove Barriers to Accessing SSI Payments Last Thursday, the Social Security Administration published a final rule, “Expansion of the Rental Subsidy Policy for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Applicants and Recipients.” This rule provides the second of several updates to the agency’s SSI regulations that will help people receiving and applying […]
By: Nancy Abiera “Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, […]
By: James DC A wife was making a breakfast of fried eggs for her husband. Suddenly, her husband burst into the kitchen. “Careful,” he said, “CAREFUL! Put in some more butter! Oh my GOD! You’re cooking too many at once. TOO MANY! Turn them! TURN THEM NOW! We need more butter. Oh my GOD! WHERE […]
Romeo M. Gumila passed peacefully on April 25, 2024. Beloved husband of nearly 63 years, Corazon, nee Santos. Beloved father of Jane, Erwin (Ken); Jeanne (Michael; Jennifer (Greg), and Paul (Jin). Cherished grandfather of Kassandra (Carissa), Elisa (Ryan), Matthew, Colin (Dasha), Jacob, Maia, Joshua, Amelia, Penelope, and Parker. Prod great grandfather of Anya. Funeral mass […]
Corazon Guzon was born on December 29, 1942, and passed away on April 27, 2024. Corazon was born in Santa Maria Ilocos Norte, Philippines. She was preceded in death by her former husband, Jesus Guzon, of Visayas, Philippines. She is survived by her daughters, Jenny Guzon-Bae and her husband, Don Bae, and their son Casey; […]
Renato E. Fermin, age 85, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. He was born in Pandacan, Philippines on August 30, 1938, a son of the late Andres and Belen (nee: Esguerra) Fermin. He received his Bachelors of Science in Commerce, Major in Accounting at San Augustine […]
Emmanuel A. Rabor Sr. “Nolit”, 83, loving husband for 52 years of the late Alice Rabor; beloved father of Barber (Ella) Rabor, the late Aloy Rabor, Melody (Dino) Dizon, and Angie (Jason) Maranan; cherished lolo of Jakobe, Joey, Jeremy, Jonny, Joshua, Jericho, Jassie, Jiana, and Jared; devoted brother to brothers and sisters; treasured uncle of […]
April 6, 2024, Marriott Naperville Oath taking of officers. Incoming USTMAA President Dr. Zita Yorro, USTMAAM President Dr. Rafael Castro & Incoming PMAC President Dr. Nelcar Gadrinab. USTMAAM President Dr. Rafael Castro delivering his speech. The USTMAAM Choral Group lead by Dr. Alfonso Estrada The USTMAAM 2024-2025 officers The movers & shakers of Chicago! Lindy […]
By: Ryan Tejero Since its inception in 1977, the University of Santo Tomas Medical Alumni Association of the Midwest (USTMAAM) has been the driving force of channeling supports from the US to the motherland. This group of dedicated members had stepped up to its faithful commitment to raise funds to help the indigent patients of […]
By: Jan Paul C. Ferrer Diversification” is probably one of the first terms you see when you read about strategies for smart investing. But are you clear on exactly what it means to have a diversified portfolio and why you should care? Diversification Defined Diversifying your investments simply means making sure all of your money […]
By: Kayla Tejero This month is noted for beauty, flowers, and beginning of gardening and festivities. As the weather becomes warmer, I see all of my neighbors busting out their lawn mowers, gardening hats and garden tools. I see families strolling around the neighborhood, kids outside riding their bikes and or at the park. […]
By: Lourdes G. Mon In our community, there are many of us who are involved in charity work, like going to pack food at Feed My Starving Children. There’s quite a good number of volunteerism that we do relative to our membership in the Lion’s Club. When there are calamities or disasters happening in our […]
By: Melody Rabor-Dizon Nursing as we know it to be, is an honorable job that requires kindness, loyalty, and toughness. Even though it’s rewarding to help others, nurses often have to deal with the harsh reality of BURNOUT, which can hurt their health and the level of care they give to patients. Nurse burnout includes […]
By: Boom Boom Cabalona,”X” Divinagracia, Christopher Miranda Allyson Rellora- 8 years old Mom- Lallie Rellora Angel Sarita- 8 years old Parents- Anthon and Sweet Sarita Mariana Serrato Chloe Soriano- 8 years old Parents- Marc and Irene Soriano Maribel Alabastro- 7 years old Mom- Maricel Alabastro Lauren Delatorre- Gracilla- 8 years Old Parents: Sarah May Delatorre and Mike Gracilla Gabby Mertes- 8 […]
Washington DC – Filipino American community leaders hailed the recent launching of the “Philippines Medicare Portability Study Act” campaign in congress that could pave the way for elderly seniors to comfortably retire in their hometowns with American healthcare coverage. The portability feasibility bill, House Resolution 7442, was introduced in February by Guam’s U.S. Delegate James […]
By: Janice Dantes In modern societies, the care and protection of disabled adult children present unique challenges for families and legal systems alike. When these children reach adulthood, ensuring their continued welfare often necessitates the establishment of guardianship arrangements. This article explores the importance of securing guardianship for disabled adult children, highlighting the legal, financial, […]
By: Judy Santiago May is my bonus month This month I want to share with ways to increase your income! It’s my Tree of Life, Health and Wealth! Please review everything that is on this tree and call me for any particular program. This is my tree: Tree of Life, Health and Wealth Everything in […]
By: Maria Girlie Pascual If you are one of those that are watching or reading current daily news, then you must have come across articles pertaining to the Sitzer/Burnett versus the statewide real estate organization, the National Association of Realtors or NAR. For a lot of people, they get confused about the terms “Realtor” , […]
Good Sunny Day Friends! So much has been said about this top destination in Mexico, that is Cancun. The time was right for a first visit, an all-inclusive Cancun Vacation Package. I was contacted by a relative of my high school classmate and offered this exciting trip, “You sure can tailor your vacation to match […]
By: Faye Mendiola THEN: At 1 year of age. THEN: Young Rina, a graduate of Sta. Isabel College, Naga City 6th Grade. NOW: President of Philippine Medical Association in Chicago (PMAC). Photo taken in 2023 at the balcony of the Water Tower Place. Reynaldo Olinares Miran THEN: Rey at 5 years old in Sta Cruz, […]
