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		<title>What&#8217;s the difference between University of California and California State University?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[What&#8217;s the difference between University of California and California State University? For instance there is UCLA and CSULA. What different?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>What&#8217;s the difference between University of California and California State University?</p>
<p>For instance there is UCLA and CSULA.<br />
What different?</p>
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		<title>What is the difference between California and Washington state?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Not like, geographically, but more like law. Like whats different in Washington that&#8217;s better or worse that&#8217;s legal or illegal? I&#8217;m Moving From California to Washington State, and I would love to know what the laws are on age, and how old you have to be to buy certain things maybe that you cant buy [...]]]></description>
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Like whats different in Washington that&#8217;s better or worse that&#8217;s legal or illegal?<br />
I&#8217;m Moving From California to Washington State, and I would love to know what the laws are on age, and how old you have to be to buy certain things maybe that you cant buy in California, such as maybe, potassium nitrate, or even steel wool, or anything that I might need from a hardware store, but obviously, please don&#8217;t say anything federal, because those laws apply to the whole country, not just one state.</p>
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		<title>California Assisted Living</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Dec 2010 10:00:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[California assisted living is a type of facility that is between living independently and being placed in a nursing or rehabilitation home. While living independently is often the wish of people as they get older or develop health concerns, sometimes it is not feasible or safe because of medical conditions that arise. Whether permanent or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>California assisted living is a type of facility that is between living independently and being placed in a nursing or rehabilitation home. </p>
<p> While living independently is often the wish of people as they get older or develop health concerns, sometimes it is not feasible or safe because of medical conditions that arise. Whether permanent or temporary, there are times that a person may need assistance with daily living tasks which make it difficult to stay in an independent living situation. However, the situation may not quite necessitate being placed in a nursing or rehabilitation home. </p>
<p> This is where <strong>California</strong><strong> assisted living</strong> facilities come in. These facilities are made specifically for those who are able to function quite well on their own, but who may need some assistance with daily tasks like cooking, completing a rehab exercise, or needing reminders with their medications. Transportation needs, getting to doctor&#8217;s appointments, bathing, and getting dressed may be other reasons why an assisted living facility may be a good idea for those seniors who are otherwise quite independent. </p>
<p> Assisted living facilities often enable seniors to be more social than they would be if they were living alone. Most meals are served in a cafeteria style setting giving seniors the opportunity to get out daily and talk with their neighbors. Many facilities also provide Activity Directors or Coordinators to encourage their residents to go out and socialize. There are often bus trips planned, trips to the theater or cultural events, and shopping available. The Activity Director may plan card playing or bingo events, crafts, or movie nights. Seniors are encouraged to socialize and get away from their residences. </p>
<p><strong>California</strong><strong> assisted living </strong>facilities also provide various types of physical and mental health services for their residents. Many assisted living facilities also have rehabilitation services or programs on site that enable seniors to easily keep up with their rehab exercises. This is a real benefit to those living at the facility. </p>
<p> While for some residents, assisted living facilities are a permanent solution for home living, others may only require a temporary stay until rehab programs are completed. Facilities such as these provide seniors a comfortable and social environment where they can retain their dignity while accomplishing rehab goals that will eventually allow them to return to their homes.</p>
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		<title>New fee for California businesses with delinquent taxes</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Dec 2010 11:40:45 +0000</pubDate>
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More than 90,000 California businesses could be hit with fees of up to $925 a year starting next week if they don&#8217;t pay their back taxes to the state quickly enough. A law passed this year directs the California Board&#8230;</p>
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		<title>How would California&#8217;s declining economy affect me directly or indirectly?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;m planning on moving to California and I understand that the economy is getting worse, but I&#8217;m wondering how exactly would that affect me, a high school grad attempting to go to school and work in CA? Any details including ones that you may consider obvious would help!]]></description>
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		<title>California braces for more rainstorms</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[California braces for more rainstorms Forecasters predict that California will face another heavy rainstorm by late Saturday, amid struggling efforts by the state to clean up massive mudslides from earlier rain storms before Christmas.]]></description>
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Forecasters predict that California will face another heavy rainstorm by late Saturday, amid struggling efforts by the state to clean up massive mudslides from earlier rain storms before Christmas.</p>
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		<title>California Christian Boarding Schools For Troubled Teens &#8211; Troubled Boys And Girls in CA</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Dec 2010 11:54:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Abundant Life Academy, representing parents and troubled teens in California, is a Christian boarding school that has served California troubled boys and troubled girls. Parents of troubled teens consider Abundant Life Academy(ALA) to be the best Christ-centered option for troubled teens. Since there are no Christ-centered schools for troubled teens in CA, Abundant Life Academy [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Abundant Life Academy, representing parents and troubled teens in California, is a Christian boarding school that has served California troubled boys and troubled girls. Parents of troubled teens consider Abundant Life Academy(ALA) to be the best Christ-centered option for troubled teens. Since there are no Christ-centered schools for troubled teens in CA, Abundant Life Academy has become the favorite among California parents. California, unfortunately does not provide a single opportunities for troubled teens. The closest Christian Boarding School for troubled teens is Abundant Life Academy, located a few hours from Las Vegas, in the southwest corner of Utah. Abundant Life Academy borders the State of California, and is only an hour from Nevada. If you are looking for the ideal Christ-centered school for troubled teen please call an ALA Admission Specialist at 1(888-305-6729).</p>
<p>There&#8217;s a certain energy, an uncommon confidence, a sense of optimism and a pride of accomplishment that empowers even the youngest student at a California Christian Boarding School. It&#8217;s difficult to describe and impossible to contain. If your are looking for help to improve your child&#8217;s well being and help them to obtain a sense of who they are, look for a Christian boarding school. Unfortunately, you won&#8217;t find the the Christian boarding schools for troubled teen options in California. Boarding schools in California generally have small class sizes that help teachers engage every student in the classroom. Classroom settings are often specifically designed to encourage student participation and direct connection to everyone in class. The majority of Christian Boarding Schools faculty have advanced degrees in eithereducation or another specialty. Academics at Christian Boarding Schools operate at high standards. Students are pushed to &#8220;ask why,&#8221; become inquisitive, and tackle challenging problems. Again, the unfortunate thing is the fact that California does not have schools for troubled teenagers.</p>
<p>Normally the course selections at Christian boarding schools tend to be diverse, present plenty of AP options, and offer a wide range of topics. Athletic and extracurricular options tend to be broad as well, which encourage students to engage into new things. Many Christian boarding schools also offer opportunities to study in different countries for a term. Troubled teenagers are out of luck, however. Parents of troubled teenagers have Abundant Life Academy from southern Utah as their closest and best option.</p>
<p>The choice of having your son or daughter attending a Christian Boarding School in California could be the best choice for for your struggling teen to help them become the succesful young man/ woman we all know they have the potential to be.</p>
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		<title>Does the state of California provide student aid to college students?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Dec 2010 23:42:15 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>I am planning on going to Berkley in California and am wondering if the state of California provides student aid and if the students of Berkley are legible?</p>
<p>What are the requirements? Amount, etc&#8230;</p>
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		<title>Tutoring in California-Big Business in A Big State</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Dec 2010 11:39:43 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tutoring today is a multi-billion dollar business. And California gets its share of the extra-instructional pie. It used to be that tutoring was an occasional thing—often for students from wealthier backgrounds. Once associated primarily with reading (enhancement and remedial) and in the early grades, this is no longer the case as tutoring has grown to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Tutoring today is a multi-billion dollar business. And California gets its share of the extra-instructional pie. It used to be that tutoring was an occasional thing—often for students from wealthier backgrounds. Once associated primarily with reading (enhancement and remedial) and in the early grades, this is no longer the case as tutoring has grown to encompass kindergarten through PhD dissertations. While books on self teaching are popular, private tutors teaching one-on-one are still prevalent; but all one must do is check the online ads to find tutoring schools everywhere, especially California. Even private, in home tutoring has grown to the instruction of two or more neighborhood kids in a student&#8217;s residence. Because California is sprawling, ads for tutors and extra- learning schools are spread throughout the state and are prolific. And because of its monstrous fiscal woes, what was once a very envied education system has seen itself bludgeoned by cut-backs in education funding. This has led to elimination of many after school, free tutorials and has put a premium on extra teaching privately.</p>
<p>But the especially poor California economy has also put pressure on family income, so two-earner families are the norm. And the dual workers are sometimes asked to work longer hours to make up for lay-offs and job cuts. With less parental help available to students, the emphasis and need for tutors has grown dramatically. Also, parents and students are asked to pay more even for in- state college tuition which has made achieving the highest test scores more important. The hope is not only for acceptance at a good college but for financial and scholarship aid, too. By the way, be sure to scour the Internet for ads on college financial advisers for aid and scholarships.</p>
<p>Since parents, students and teachers believe that success today equals success tomorrow, tutoring in very competitive large states like California are starting the extra instruction early; it is not uncommon to see two-year old being taught reading and other skills. As a child advances subjects such as reading, math&#8217;s and sciences are in demand. Later, the dreaded SAT&#8217;s loom, followed by grad school, law school and med school exams. Yes, even doctoral students seek tutors for help with their subject or polishing required writings. Moreover, adults are not ignored. Additional skills training and language tutoring, especially English and Spanish, are increasing with the demands of employers for such remediation. While tutoring is required more everywhere, it is never more so in the most populous state—California!</p>
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		<title>what is california layoff policy? Is it mandatory to give two months salary?</title>
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