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Dog Ramp for SUV
Getting your dog in and out of a car, especially if your dog is quite old or is suffering from hip dysplasia or arthritis might be a nerve racking and difficult chore. This goes not only for you but even for your pet dog. This is the main reason why there are many manufacturers who have come up with different varieties of dog ramps for your SUVs/Cars. We here at www.DogRampforSuv.com review the best dog ramps available on the market as soon as they become available, keep scrolling to find out more!
Best Picks
Our Ideal Picks of the very best Dog Ramps available on the market
Comparison Tables
Compare the best brands of Dog Ramp available on the market
Buying Information
Why Buy a Dog Ramp?
The Dog Ramp For SUV allows your dog to simply ascend and descend your SUV by gently inclining the ramp and fitting to the back of your SUV/Car. These ramps can also be used at the vet, having your pet dog groomed, washed and clipped and even indoors. Dog ramps for SUVs are specifically designed for large to small dogs and even for other pets. You can also find portable Dog Ramps for SUVs suiting your needs and requirements and the weight and size of your pet.
Dog Ramp Reviews
We review not only Dog Ramps for SUVs (unlike our name would suggest!) But here at Dogrampforsuv.com we endeavour to supply you with the best reviews and tips for almost everything related to aiding a dog for getting from low to high. We answer any question or worry you may have about purchasing a Dog Ramp for SUV for your furry, four legged friend!
Seriously... we even review Dog Ramps for Pools! How cool is that!
Everything You Need To Know About Dog Ramps
Buying Information
As we delve further into our Dog Ramp for SUV reviews, it might be beneficial to clue yourself up on essential information prior to making a purchase, we try to be as in depth as we can with our reviews, but it's helpful to ask yourself the question of what exactly you want and need out of a Dog Ramp for your pet. For example, questions such as:
- How do I know what size dog ramp/dog stairs I require for my pet?
- Will i need a dog ramp for my bed, couch or other indoor pieces of furniture?
- What weight can my ramp/stairs hold?
These are but a few questions that we endeavor to answer as you read further, obviously, if you would rather get straight to the best picks available on the market, just Click Here!
Sizing it all up
It is very important that the size of your pet does not overwhelm your dog stairs/ramp, our sizing guide explains what requirements are necessary for your specific breed of dog. This is extremely helpful as, much like shopping for clothes for ourselves, sometimes Small, Medium and Large sizes are far too vague in measurements! Take a look at our unique guide prior to purchasing your ramp/stairs in order to get the best option for your dog.
Only just Gripping at the surface!
Almost every model available on this website will be unique to each other in one way or another, grips, treads and anti-slip materials are all part of the originality that each brand has to consider before releasing a new design into the market. Whether your flooring is carpeted, wooden or even cobbled, This article is worth checking out to decide what grips work for you depending on what surface your dog will have to manoeuvre on.
Biggest Brands in the Business
Behind every Dog Ramp for SUV or staircase is a brand that deserves recognition, if you are only just tuning in to the dog ramp world, this article will clue you up on the major players who are bringing you these models to the table. From Solvit to PetGear any many more, we review ramps from all of the top guns in the Dog Ramp industry who are dedicated to supplying you with the safest, strongest and cheapest products from around the world!
How Steep is too Steep?
As dogs get older, their legs may take a bit of punishment from various ailments such as arthritis & various inflammatory disorders, this may be your sole purpose for considering purchasing a dog ramp/staircase. Educating yourself on the correct gradient that your dog can tolerate is key to reducing their discomfort in mounting & dismounting various models used for gaining access for greater heights.
Best Picks Comparison Table
Our Top 11 Best Picks
Below is our comprehensive list of the BEST Dog Ramp for SUV available. Remember, if you need to be reminded of what size category your dog fits under, click here, we highly recommend checking it out before considering purchasing a Dog Ramp so you can rest assured knowing that you and your dogs needs are met in terms of your choice of the perfect ramp. You can also check out the "Reviews" tab at the top right of the page which lists a variety of ramps that are ideal depending on the size of your dog and your requirements, take a look!
1) Solvit 62320 Deluxe XL Telescoping Ramp
The Solvit 62320 Deluxe XL Telescoping Ramp is the epitome of sturdiness. It boasts arguably the best combination of size, strength and sturdiness that is currently available on the market. The price is slightly higher than some models, but it more than makes up for it with it's strong aluminium perimeter casing and high-traction walking surface. It is also wider than most plastic-based models which allows for a bigger surface area for your pet to walk on.
The best thing about this telescopic dog ramp is that it slides easily to the length you desire based on requirements. It is 48 to 87 inches long depending on how much you want to slide it out, making it ideal for most makes of vehicle, big or small. This ramp also includes a convenient carry handle and safety latch to prevent accidental opening making it an ideal dog ramp for suv.
2) Mr Herzher Smart Dog Ramp
From Mr. Herzher comes one of our favourite ramps available on the market, this folding dog ramp provides versatility, safety & security for your pet, with an OSHA certified Shur-Foot tread surface there will be extremely small amount of sway or bounce to deter your pet in any way from climbing in and out of your SUV. This Dog Ramp for SUV boasts a sturdy rigid-rail frame & the whole ramp weighs only 16lbs!
This is due to the design of the ramp itself being almost identical in strength and design to industrial strength fibreglass ladders that humans use! The Mr Herzher Smart Dog Ramp is carefully designed to protect your pets paws and your cars bodywork from scrapes and knocks, making this ramp the perfect folding dog ramp to conclude our top 11 best picks of 2018!
3) PetGear Free Stander
Pet Gear are back up on our top-10 list with their Pet Gear Free Stander, the main selling feature of this type of ramp being that it does not need to be attached to a vehicle for use and is pretty ideal for dogs up to 200lbs due to its lockable back-plate and carpet tread which provides sure-footing for larger animals, this carpet, unlike most other ramp surfaces, is removable for simple cleaning and the entire ramp is easily foldable for compact storage.
With the addition of rubberised bottom grippers to the front and rear feet, it comes together to produce a very Top-11 worthy ramp indeed.
4) Pet Step Folding Ramp
This folding ramp is the perfect choice for dogs that are seniors, injured or otherwise unable to jump up or down into vehicles, this is in part because it is one of the only ramps available on the market that provide a non-slip ridged rubber surface that is incredibly soft on paws. This design means that your pet gains superior traction regardless of wether it is wet or dry.
This folding dog ramp is very easy to clean as-well, due to the fact that it is not a carpeted ramp means it can be cleaned simply with a dish cloth and water. The holding power, however, is what is possibly the best feature of the PetSTEP Folding Dog Ramp, it is made of an advanced composite plastic construction that holds weights of up to 500lbs!! Making it an astonishing 2 times stronger than the market leaders, meaning this ramp is a strong contender as the ideal Dog Ramp for SUV.
5) Gen-7 Natural Step Ramp
Why not have a ramp with faux grass on it as a Dog Ramp for SUV? This artificially green Gen7 Natural-Step ramp provides a realistic feel for your pet almost identical to walking up a hill.
The artificial turfing is designed with your pet in mind as it is incredibly soft on your pets paw-pads and allows for your pet to use its claws to get the best grip possible for their ascent into your vehicle. It folds perfectly into an easy-carry suitcase which automatically locks when folded! To top it all off it boasts a holding power of up to a whopping 250lbs, making this ramp a natural born woofer-helper!
6) Paws & Pals Tri-Fold Dog Ramp
This ramp is a best seller amongst those on a budget, you can take this particular model away for under $40! With that being said, what it lacks in cost it does not lack in construction quality. It is made of the same dense carbon-plastic that you would expect on models that cost twice as much. This particular Dog Ramp for SUV measures 60"L x 26"W making it the widest available plastic Dog Ramp for SUV on the market.
It supports weights of up to 200lbs and is Bi-Folding meaning it will dismantle & fit in your SUV with ease allowing you to transport the ramp with your pet for simple set up when needed. The tip of the folding dog ramp is grooved allowing for easy positioning to the back of your SUV. In terms of overall
7) Rage Powersports DR-08 Aluminium Ramp
Rage by name, Rage by design! This robust collapsible ramp is the perfect combination of weight, holding power & length. It flaunts a two-section construction that collapses to fit in any size vehicle, with its sturdy aluminium framing and rigid construction, this ramp can safely accommodate dogs up to 250lbs!
It has a grooved surface and larger than standard rubber feet to allow for your pet to confidently stride into your vehicle. Additionally, the lightweight design and easy expansion allow for simple, single handed operation.
8) PetGear Tri-Fold Pet Ramp
Pet Gear are one of the leading brands in pet safety equipment. So it's no wonder why the Tri-Fold Ramp is a high scorer on our top 15 list! This dog ramp for suv is on the cheaper end of the market, but do not let the low price fool you for quality, this ramp is easily capable of supporting pets of sizes up to 200lbs!
This ramp comes fully loaded with Rubber grippers on the bottom of the folding dog ramp to keep it steady, slip-resistant surface & easy tri-fold storage! 'Our Top Tip': This ramp is ideal for pets that would struggle with a slightly steeper incline due to its height unfolded.
9) Solvit UltraLite Bi-Fold Ramp
The UltraLite Bi-Fold Ramp is the perfect combination of both lightness & supporting power due to it's rugged-trim plastic construction. It boasts a weight of only 10lbs, but it manages to support weights of over 150lbs!
It is exceptionally durable, and with it's matte-traction surface coupled with four rubber feet on the underside of the ramp it gives your pet the confidence to ascend and descend from your vehicle with ease. With a built-in safety release latch for carrying/storage, this folding dog ramp is the ideal choice for any dog owner who wants a quick and cheap solution for aiding their pet.
10) PetGear Tri Fold Reflective Ramp
Visibility isn't something that most people would usually associate as being a desired quality from a pet ramp, however, in many cases as your dog gets older, their eyesight will also tend to decline, this is where this Tri-Fold Reflective Ramp from Pet Gear comes in. It is unique in the fact that it has a high-visibilty reflective material covering the ramp that will greatly assist your dog's vision when they are climbing/descending the ramp.
Alongside this, the ramp comes with a slip-resistant surface and rubber grippers on the bottom to prevent the folding dog ramp from moving and providing the most comfortable scenario for your pet to move confidently. The safety features do not end there, however, as this ramp comes with side-safety reflectors which allow for maximum visibility when the ramp is in use, this exclusive design makes this ramp a best seller for older dogs with slight visual impairments.
11) PetGear Travel Lite Ramp with Supertrax
'Cheap as chips' is a phrase that springs to mind when looking a Dog Ramp for SUV, but do not think for a second that this ramp lacks quality due to its low price, this folding dog ramp can easily give the big-dog ramps a run for their money!
This ramp comes with rubberised bottom grips as standard, slip resistant surfacing, a built in handle for portability & holds weights of up to 150 pounds! It's a Bi-Folding variety of ramp which means it can be effortlessly folded and stored. This is not a ramp to be sniffed at!
Alternate Methods of Pet Travel Assistance
Working On A Budget?
We at DogRampForSuv are entirely aware that some of the listed makes and models of dog ramp are incredibly expensive and you may be working more to a smaller budget, worry not! As we have our experts searching for alternative methods of Pet Travel aids daily! Have a look below as to what they have come up with so far!
Tried and Tested
Maybe budget isn't the issue and you or your pet just weren't able to get to grips with a dog ramp, there are many other aids that are around that can assist you and your dog in transporting them from A to B. The list below has been useful to many and may offer you with a far better alternative to pet travel!
Dog Lifting Harness
Alongside regular dog ramps, an incredibly safe and easy technique to assist your dog in getting into your car would be a dog lifting harness, these harnesses are usually attached to the underside of the dog and wrap comfortably around the torso/rear end of your pet to give them the best protection and support required to help them into the back of your vehicle.


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'Being right sucks' The Simpsons reference Trump win in opening credits
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You've been on the internet, haven't you? You saw that that The Simpsons "predicted" the rise of Donald Trump sixteen years ago, back when the shriveled satsuma cum construction titan was just a blowhard honking away on the periphery of American politics.
And now, through the most relevant and recognisable medium in pop culture, they have acknowledged it.
The Simpsons updates its 2000 prediction of a Trump Presidency... #TheSimpsons pic.twitter.com/Myf5rYb9Dj— The Simpsons (@TheSimpsons) November 14, 2016
And it does. Being right sucks.
Just ask H. L. Mencken (although you might need a Ouija board) who had a prophecy of his own when he wrote this depressingly prescient closing paragraph to his 1920 article on presidential candidates Warren Gamaliel Harding and James M. Cox for the Baltimore Sun:
"As democracy is perfected, the office represents, more and more closely, the inner soul of the people. We move toward a lofty ideal. On some great and glorious day the plain folks of the land will reach their heart's desire at last, and the White House will be adorned by a downright moron."

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As of 4.30.18, we are retiring the Nike+ FuelBand, Nike+ SportWatch, and additional older technologies. Find out what this means for your NikePlus data and download the NRC and NTC apps to continue to track your progress.
Your total Nike Training Club workout minutes and Training Plan are synced to your NikePlus Profile and will transfer to a different phone.
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- Dance To Tipperary Happy St. Patrick's Day 2017
Wishing everyone a safe, great and very happy St. Patrick's Day 2017. Slainte! #FIONNGHUALA
- Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Dance To Tipperary and Tipp' DJ wish all our wonderful fans, friends, supporters, families and the many people who work on "Tipp" stuff and help keep "Tipp" going a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Thank you all for your continued support and look forward to mixing some new tunes and activities during 2017!
- Dance To Tipperary are Delighted to Announce the Release of Ole,Ole, Ole (EURO 2016 Remix).
Ireland reached the 1990 FIFA World Cup Finals in Italy and Ole,Ole,Ole "Put Em Under Pressure" spent 13 weeks at No. 1 in the Irish charts finding a place in the hearts of Irish people that has remained ever since.
Where Irish people congreagrate for games the singing and chanting of Ole, Ole, Ole can be heard. The song is regularly played in celebration at Irish home matches and chanted around the world by Irish supporters. Ole, Ole, Ole has become the Irish people's song at all major football championships and even other sports.
Summer 2002 saw World Cup fever reach Ireland for the second time when Ireland reached the 2002 FIFA World Cup Finals.Dance to Tipperary recorded Ole, Ole, Ole, (We're Up For The Cup).Ireland had some stunning performances and made it to the quarter finals of the World Cup and Ole, Ole, Ole (We're Up For The Cup) followed them up the charts giving Dance To Tipperary five weeks of charts success during summer 2002.As Irish fans worldwide prepared for EURO 2012 and their teams first major championship finals in ten years Dance To Tipperary recorded Ole,Ole, Ole (EURO 2012 Remix).The Ole, Ole, Ole ( EURO 2012 Remix) was released on June 8th 2012 just as EURO 2012 began in Poland and Ukraine.As Euro 2016 begins in France today, Friday 10th June 2016, Dance To Tipperary are pleased to announce the release of Ole, Ole, Ole (EURO 2016 Remix). The track will be available from all good download stores and streaming destinations as Ireland's Euro 2016 campaign gets underway.Ole, Ole, Ole, (EURO 2016 Remix) iTunes.Ole, Ole, Ole, (EURO 2016 Remix) Amazon.Ole, Ole, Ole, (EURO 2016 Remix) Spotify.
- Dance To Tipperary Members and Johnny Fean Perform at Bertie Fisher Book Launch.
Last Friday evening at the Armagh City Hotel in a packed Fisher Suite the dinner to launch the Bertie Fisher book King Fisher took place.
Attended by almost seven hundred people including the Fisher family and many greats of Irish and International motor sport including Austin McHale, Andrew Nesbitt, Billy Coleman, Garry Jennings Rory Kennedy, and Kris Meeke the event to launch the Fergus McAnallen book 'King Fisher - the story of rally legend Bertie Fisher' was an evening to remember and cherish for all who attended.
The book 'King Fisher - the story of rally legend Bertie Fisher' written and compiled by Fergus McAnallen is a glowing tribute to Bertie Fisher and a must have for rally and sports fans.
Proceeds from the book go to the Fisher Foundation and the Armagh Tigers Charatible Trust.
Dance To Tipperary members Danielle Pfiffner and Tricia Kelly were joined by Irish music and Horslips legend Johnny Fean for a special performance of Great Moments With You (Dedicated to Emma,Mark and Bertie Fisher) to round off the evening as those present got to get their hands on the book for the very first time.
A very special thanks to Kieran McAnallen and Fergus McAnallen for a truly memorable and wonderful evening.
The book King Fisher is now available to order at www.bertiefisher.com.
Great Moments With You is available to download at iTunes, Amazon, Spotify,Tidal and at all good download stores and streaming destinations.


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Notice of Annual 2017 General Meeting
To all members
I hereby give notice that the 109th Annual General Meeting of the Woodford Green Athletic Club with Essex Ladies will be held on Friday, 28th April 2017, at the Clubhouse, Ashton Playing Fields, Chigwell Road, Woodford Green, commencing at 7.45 p.m. Your attendance is requested.
As an extra incentive, drinks and nibbles will be served, courtesy of the Evergreens!
I very much hope that as many of you as possible will be able to attend.
Yours sincerely,
David Hollingworth
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Both the Continuous Commodity Index (CCI) and the CRB Commodity Index have fallen to six-year lows.
While various commodities have individual reasons explaining the tepid prices, the key factor was a mismatch in the textbook demand and supply curve. This gap between rising supply and slowing demand point towards two forces depressing commodity prices. The cyclical factor is the first force. The world economic growth has been stagnating for the last few years and commodity demand is primarily a function of GDP growth. Lower GDP growth means lower demand for natural resources. The second force is secular in nature. High commodity prices in the recent past led resource companies to make a beeline for capital investments. This created an over-supply issue, which was exacerbated when global demand started to drop.
There are also other factors working against commodities, including a stronger US dollar. Many key commodities are priced in the greenback, such as crude futures and gold. This means that when USD strengthened, it became less affordable to hold these assets.
Copper futures tumbled to a six-year low at $2.3855 per pound. The metal had fallen 19% since the 2015 highs on 15 May, and is down 15.6% on the year. Goldman Sachs estimates that prices will fall another 15% by end of the year, so we could see copper heading towards $2.00. Copper has historically been used as an indicator for raw materials as well as a gauge of global growth. Weakening copper prices naturally do not bode well for either.
As commodities continued to decline, investors are pulling out from commodity investments. The Wall Street Journal noted that investors pulled out $1.1 billion from commodity-sector funds in Q2 2015, citing data from EPFR Global. It did not help that equity and bond markets are more attractive as investments than raw materials. Generally, decreasing commodity prices would help equity and bond markets. The disinflationary effect would reduce the need for central banks to raise interest rates, which is positive for bond prices, given their negative correlation. Furthermore, lower input costs should improve the profitability of businesses, particularly manufacturers. Clearly, mining and resources companies would not be a good bet.
Asia set to start on a soft footing
US equities appeared to hit a snag, with earnings results coming in mixed after getting off to a good start last week. Caterpillar and several other companies reported disappointing earnings. S&P 500 closed down 0.6%, almost ending below 2,100 points. About one-third of companies have reported their profits, and so far, the sales and earnings growth have not been impressive. This would explain why S&P has not been making new highs. The fact that the market participation in the stock index has been falling suggests that upward momentum may be faltering.
Nonetheless, the weak performance in overnight US markets may give Asian investors cause to be cautious in today's session. We have two instances of PMI data coming up. China's private PMI number for July, the rebranded Caixin PMI, is expected to underscore the stability in the manufacturing sector. However, the consensus is still looking at a sub-50 reading at 49.7. A couple of economists are expecting an above 50 number. Japan is also releasing its preliminary PMI for July where the market is eyeing 50.5, an improvement from 50.1 in the prior month. Singapore's industrial production will also provide some colour.
For Singapore, the Straits Times Index should encounter some support at the 3350 level, though we won't rule out intraday slippages below that level, given soft leads from overnight markets. Investors would also monitor Noble, after the Group Chairman bought 15 million shares yesterday, raising his stake in the company to 21.8% from 21.6%. The counter fell 3.1% to close at SGD0.63 on Thursday, the lowest since Jan 2009. With a gloomy global commodity outlook, it may be difficult for the company to see much upside in its share prices. At best, we may see some stability in price action.


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Enjoying the Whitsundays
The Whitsundays provides excellent recreational opportunities including boating, snorkelling and fishing. Here are some important things to consider when planning and enjoying your trip.
Boating in the Whitsundays
Before heading out in a boat, refer to your local tide times as there's a large tidal variation in the area. Remember that the tides at the Gloucester group are approximately 30 minutes to an hour ahead of Airlie Beach and Shute Harbour.
Be aware of tide times when accessing the public boat ramps located at Shute Harbour, Airlie Beach, Abell Point, Altman Avenue, Dingo Beach, Proserpine River and Wilsons Beach. Make sure you are also aware of responsible Reef practices for boating and yachting while out on the water.
If you don't already have your own boat, hiring a self-sail bareboat is a popular way to see the Whitsundays. Bareboats are generally six to twelve metres in length, and you can choose from a vessel with or without a sail.
The length of your vessel and the group size matters as they determine which setting area you can access.
View information on anchoring and mooring in the Whitsundays.
View information on superyachts in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Remember to check responsible Reef practices for:
Fishing and other activities
Before engaging in an activity, you need to be aware of zoning (for example, no fishing in a Marine National Park Zone, also known as a green zone). Zoning is a way of ensuring sustainable use of the Marine Park.
Some activities have special rules that you'll need to know:
- fishing
- motorised water sports, including the use of jet skis
- whale watching.
View information about responsible Reef practices for:
Visiting the Whitsunday national park islands
The Whitsunday group is the largest offshore island chain along the entire Australian coastline and includes more than 90 islands. The islands and their surrounding waters are internationally significant and protected in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, the first World Heritage Area declared in Australia (1981).
Islands in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, especially the national park islands, are popular destinations. Six national parks further protect the islands' wildlife, plants and scenic islands. These are:
- Gloucester Islands National Park
- Holbourne Island National Park
- Lindeman Islands National Park
- Molle Islands National Park
- Repulse Islands National Park
- Whitsunday Islands National Park.
There are numerous walking tracks, campgrounds and day visit areas on these islands. Contact the Department of National Parks, Sport and Racing for more information on national parks in the Whitsundays.
Camping on the Whitsunday national park islands
There are a range of camping opportunities on the Whitsunday's national park islands. Before you set out, it is a good idea to visit the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service or phone them on 13 74 68.
Campsites must be booked, as visitor numbers are limited to ensure a quality visitor experience. More information about camping on national parks, including permits and fees, is available online.
Please be aware:
- No pets are allowed on national park islands. In addition, in the Whitsunday Islands National Park, dogs are not permitted on any beach, even intertidal areas.
- Fires are not permitted on national park islands and there is a 'no fires' policy in the Whitsundays.
- From 1 February 2017, smoking cigarettes or using e-cigarettes within 10 metres of any camp site in use is not allowed.
Commonwealth islands in the Whitsundays
A number of islands within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park are managed by the Commonwealth of Australia or the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority and collectively form the Commonwealth Islands Zone. Generally, these islands are used for research, tourism or recreational purposes and have Aids to Navigation on site. They are the only land component of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority works in partnership with the Queensland Government, the tourism industry, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority, Department of Defence, Indigenous representatives, community groups and public and private lessees to provide for long-term conservation of these islands.
Commonwealth islands within the Whitsunday Planning Area include:
- Dent Island (southern part only) - activities include heritage conservation and tourism
- Eshelby Island - strictly for management purposes.
Commonwealth islands can generally be used or entered without permission for low impact (non-extractive) activities (for example, filming, photography, sound recording and limited educational programs) with the following limitations:
- Most Commonwealth islands are subject to private lease arrangements, defence activities, or have a caretaker. Additional management arrangements may exist for these islands - contact the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority for more information on (07) 4750 0700.
- Some islands are subject to seasonal or year-round bird closures - view more information on restrictions applying to significant bird sites below.
- Eshelby Island is surrounded by a Preservation Zone (pink zone) - no access to this island is permitted, except for authorised management purposes.
Protecting wildlife in the Whitsundays
The area is home to a variety of protected species of wildlife, including whales, dolphins, dugong, turtles and seabirds.
Protecting whales and dolphins
Few wildlife experiences could compare to the sight of an enormous whale majestically rising out of the water, or a pod of dolphins playfully showing off their acrobatic skills.
The Whitsundays is an important calving ground for humpback whales which trek to the Great Barrier Reef's warmer waters from Antarctica between May to September.
Most of the waters around the islands are part of the Whale Protection Area designed to minimise disturbance to mother whales. To help protect whales in the Whitsundays, make sure you follow these rules while travelling in a boat:
- Inside the Whale Protection Area, vessels and people must not approach within 300 metres of a whale.
- Outside the Whale Protection Area, vessels must not approach within 100 metres of a whale.
- Outside the Whale Protection Area, if there are already three vessels within 300 metres of a whale, all additional vessels must remain outside a 300 metre radius from the whale.
Several species of dolphins also inhabit the Whitsundays, including the protected Australian snubfin dolphin and the Australian humpback dolphin.
To help protect whales and dolphins while in the Marine Parks, make sure you follow the laws for whale and dolphin watching.
View responsible reef practices for when you encounter whales and dolphins.
Please report sick, injured or dead whales and dolphins to 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 625) as soon as possible.
Protecting dugong and turtles
Dugong and marine turtles together with their habitats and lifecycles are of significant cultural, spiritual and social importance, especially to Traditional Owners. Dugong populations in the southern Great Barrier Reef are severely depleted and both dugong and turtles are under pressure from habitat loss, gill netting, illegal hunting and boat strikes.
Seagrass meadows are important habitats for dugong and green turtles as they provide a critical food source and important nursery habitat. The Whitsundays includes seagrass meadows at Repulse Bay, bays surrounding Whitsunday Island such as Tongue Bay, and mainland coastal bays such as Shoal Bay.
To help protect dugong, a Dugong Protection Area is located in northern Repulse Bay, and restrictions apply on the use of mesh nets in this area.
Several threatened species of marine turtles inhabit the Whitsundays. Loggerhead turtles, which pass through the Whitsundays on their way to southern nesting sites, are listed as endangered.
Please take extra care in summer and autumn during the nesting and hatching season.
View responsible reef practices for when you encounter turtles.
Please report sick, injured or dead dugong and turtles to 1300 ANIMAL (1300 264 625) as soon as possible.
Protecting seabirds
Please note: As a result of the Whitsundays Plan of Management amendment 2017, a remaining amendment in relation to significant bird sites will commence on 1 January 2018. The restriction periods at East Rock, Edwin Rock and Olden Rock will be extended by three months. All 11 significant bird sites now have definitive spatial boundaries. Please refer to the Whitsundays Plan of Management for further information.
A number of islands and rocks in the Whitsundays are important for seabirds, shorebirds and several migratory species. As roosting and nesting birds are very vulnerable to disturbance, several sites have been identified as requiring special management (refer to the Whitsundays Plan of Management Detailed Overview map).
There are some times of the year when access to significant bird sites is limited (refer to table below). Where nesting species are most easily disturbed by noise, a 'boat-free zone' applies during the stated period.
Please ensure that you do not feed birds or throw food overboard. Raptors, in particular, can become used to boats and steal lures and fishing bait.
View responsible reef practices for bird watching.
Protecting seabirds
A number of islands and rocks in the Whitsundays are important for seabirds, shorebirds and several migratory species. As roosting and nesting birds are very vulnerable to disturbance, several sites have been identified as requiring special management. These sites are referred to as significant bird sites
There are some times of the year when access to significant bird sites is limited (refer to table below). Where nesting species are most easily disturbed by noise, a 'boat-free zone' applies during the stated period.
Please ensure that you do not feed birds or throw food overboard. Raptors, in particular, can become used to boats and steal lures and fishing bait.
View responsible reef practices for bird watching.
Significant bird sites
There are 11 significant bird sites that provide refuge for native birds and internationally recognised migratory seabirds in the Whitsunday Planning Area.
Please see the table below for a complete list of the sites and restrictions.
To view the location of sites refer to the Whitsundays Plan of Management Detailed Overview map or refer to the Whitsundays Plan of Management for spatial boundaries.
|Significant bird site
|Vessel Restrictions
|Aircraft Restrictions
|Vessel restriction within bird site
|no access below 1500 feet within 1000 metres of site
|6 knots: 1 October - 31 March
|1 October - 31 March
|Bird Island
|6 knots: all year
|All year
|East Rock
No access: 1 October - 31 March
6 knots: 1 April to 30 September
|All year
|Edwin Rock
No access: 1 October - 31 March
6 knots: 1 April to 30 September
|All year
|Eshelby Islands
|No Access: all year (Zoning Plan)
|All year
|Olden Rock (south of Olden Island)
|No access: 1 October - 31 March
|1 October - 31 March
Looking after the marine environment in the Whitsundays
While you are visiting the Whitsundays, you can make a big difference to your enjoyment and to the enjoyment of others by:
- respecting other people using the area
- keeping your noise low
- always aiming to leave no trace of your visit.
Remember to take all rubbish home with you, never throw it overboard or leave it somewhere it can blow into the marine environment.
When you're out in the Marine Park and you see something happening that you think might be against the law, you can report the incident.
If you are witness to a marine emergency, such as an oil spill or navigational aid fault, contact your local Maritime Safety Queensland.
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Everyone has a role to play in protecting our Great Barrier Reef. Find out what you can do to help protect this great Australian icon.
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Climate Change and the Great Barrier Reef
A Vulnerability Assessment: of the issues that could have far-reaching consequences for the Great Barrier Reef.
Current Conditions
Current Conditions: Environmental and climatic forecasts for the Great Barrier Reef
Reef Guardians Improving the outlook
The Great Barrier Reef is under pressure. Many people, including Reef Guardians, are making a difference.
Climate Change Adaptation Strategy and Action Plan 2007-2012
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Trade data published earlier in the day underscored the uphill battle faced by the administration. Weakness in the global economy is knocking down demand for U.S. exports, which rose just 3 percent in the 12 months through March.
At that pace, Obama's mission won't be accomplished until around 2024, nearly a decade later than promised.
"The president's export-doubling goal seems less achievable than ever," said Alan Tonelson, a research fellow at the U.S. Business and Industry Council, a group that represents small American manufacturers
Unveiling his nominations of Mike Froman to be U.S. trade representative and Penny Pritzker to be commerce secretary on Thursday, Obama said one of their key tasks would be meeting the goal of raking in $3.14 trillion from sales abroad in 2015 - twice the 2009 level.
That seemed more plausible a year ago when exports were growing at about four times the current rate.
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Also weighing against Obama's mission, other nations are ramping up efforts to print money in order re-inflate their economies, which has put upward pressure on the U.S. dollar.
Japan launched a bold monetary stimulus program in April to double its money supply, while the European Central Bank lowered interest rates on Thursday.
So far this year, the dollar has gained about 1.5 percent on a trade-weighted basis, which could cut into the competitiveness of U.S. exports.
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Add lackluster global economic growth to the mix, and all this suggests Obama will be hard pressed to meet his 2015 deadline.
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Obama set the export goal in 2010 when the United States was just emerging from its worst recession since the Great Depression. It wasn't the only ambitious target set early in his presidency. One month after taking office in 2009, Obama promised to halve the federal deficit in four years. That goal was frustrated by a persistently weak domestic economy.
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Duesterberg calculated in March that even if the Asia-Pacific and European trade deals go through, as well as a number of export-boosting scenarios like a reduction in corporate tax rates and a depreciation of the dollar, inflation-adjusted exports would probably not double until 2020.
"It will take time," he said.
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ATHENS, Greece — The European Union will continue to work with Russia and Ukraine to reduce tensions between the two countries but will keep sanctions as an option, the EU foreign policy chief said Saturday.
Catherine Ashton said "work is ongoing" to ensure the 28-nation bloc is prepared to take measures against Russia if that becomes necessary, and stressed the "need to persuade Russia to deescalate the situation."
Russia annexed the Crimean Peninsula in March following a referendum called just two weeks after Russian forces had overtaken the Ukrainian region. Ukraine and the West have rejected the vote and the annexation.
The Ukraine crisis dominated the two-day informal talks in Athens among EU foreign ministers. Speaking just before the meeting got underway Friday, British Foreign Secretary William Hague urged EU partners to develop possible stricter sanctions against Russia should they become necessary. The EU has imposed sanctions against individuals.
Greek Foreign Minister Evangelos Venizelos, who was hosting the meeting, stressed that "sanctions are not an end in themselves ... the issue is de-escalation that will lead to a definitive and working solution" of the Russia-Ukraine crisis. Greece holds the rotating six-month EU presidency and has been hosting a series of meetings in Athens.
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Katherine Mock, 57, was sentenced to life in prison by a federal judge in St. Louis on Monday. Elain Kay Young, 56, of Novinger, Mock's alleged accomplice in the murder for hire, also received a life sentence for her role in the shooting death of Young's fourth husband, Melvin B. Griesbauer, 48, on March 23, 2006.
A federal jury found Mock and Young guilty of murder for hire and conspiracy to commit murder for hire in March after a six-day trial.
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Notating Indian Classical Music
In Hindustani classical music, we do not notate music for performance purposes because a classical music artist is by definition one who is capable of extemporaneous raga development, and a classical music performance, by definition, is an act of extemporaneous raga development. We do, however, use notation to teach and learn music, and as an aid to memory. When you learn a new raga, you notate a few basic melodic phrases, patterns and simple compositions in that raga so that you can recall them later.
In this page, I use a popularly sung composition (socha samajha mana mita piyaravaa in Raag Kedar) to explain three different systems of notation. If you are not familiar with the basic concepts of Hindustani classical music, I strongly recommend that you read my pages on notes, ragas, and rhythms before you continue reading this page.
Anyway, here I will first introduce my own system of notation, which is based on the traditional system, but tweaked to make it easier to write and share digitally. In the second section, I briefly explain my method of Western notation of Hindustani compositions used on this site. (My Simple Compositions page offers simple compositions in several ragas for anyone interested in learning to sing or play them. The compositions come with audio recordings and both Indian and Western style notations.)
The last section explains the traditional system of notation developed by Pandit Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande, which all students should be familiar with, as it is used widely in music textbooks in India.
Romanized Digital Notation for Indian Classical Music
The composition I have chosen for illustration is a bandish in Raag Kedar, set to the Teentaal rhythm cycle, sung or played at a lively (drut) tempo. Explanations follow after the image and audio.
My System for Romanized Digital Notation of Hindustani Compositions
Here's an audio of the above bandish.
Rhythm Table
In Hindustani classical music, melody is notated around the rhythm. I use tables structured around rhythm cycle to notate the melody into. My table has columns equal to the number of beats in the required rhythm cycle. The composition in the above example is set to the Teentaal rhythm cycle. Teentaal is a 16-beat cycle, comprising four sections of four beats each.
dhaa dhin dhin dhaa/ dhaa dhin dhin dhaa/ dhaa tin tin taa/ taa dhin dhin dhaa
My table, therefore, has a total of 16 columns, with thicker lines used to divide the 16 columns into four sections. The first two rows of my table clearly lay out the structure of the rhythm, including beat number (Row 1) and vocalization of the beats (Row 2).
Notating the Composition
The actual notation of the composition begins on the third row. When notating, I simply fill in the melody and lyrics into the appropriate columns to indicate which syllable of lyric must be sung to which beat of the rhythm cycle. The bandish used in this example begins on the ninth beat of the Teentaal cycle, so I begin my notation in column 9. All the notes in a single box must be sung within the space of that one beat. Each line of notation comprises two rows. The top row (in black) gives you the lyrics, and the bottom row (in red) gives you the melody.
I separate the refrain (1st stanza, called sthaayii) from the second stanza (called antaraa). Compositions in Hindustani classical music are structured to fit nicely into the grove of the rhythm. In addition, it is also important for a composition to make sure that the end of each stanza falls exactly at the point in the rhythm cycle from where the refrain can be picked up again. So, for instance, if the refrain (the first stanza) begins on beat 9 (as in the example above), every stanza will end on beat 8 so that a singer can pick up the refrain again on the next beat.
Melody Notation Symbols
I use Pandit Ravi Shankar's Notation IDs to encode the melody. See my page on notes to understand this better. Or if you simply need to refresh your memory, here you go:
Entire Keyboard Notated Using C as tonic
Don't forget that you are free to move your octave up or down so long as the positions of the notes relative to each other remain the same.
Apart from the notes, there are a few other symbols I use in my notation.
A blank cell indicates a break (nothing to be sung) for the duration of the beat(s) in question.
A colon ( : ) indicates a half-beat break in the melody. This creates a syncopation effect.
An exclamation mark ( ! ) marks a sharp break in the melody, achieved by forceful enunciation of the preceding syllable.
A divider line or vertical bar ( | ) marks the end of one line of lyric
(The start and end points of the rhythm and melody lines do not usually coincide. Sometimes, their lengths are different too.)
A comma ( , ) indicates a slight natural pause, or separates syllables in cases where one syllable ends in the same vowel that the next one begins with.
Vowel sounds or nasals separated by periods ( a.a.a / i.i.i / n.n.n, etc.) mark a gamak.
(A gamak requires distinct enunciation of each instance of the vowel/nasal consonant in question).
Note that each line of melody/lyric is transcribed only once, and no information is provided about repetition of a line or stanza. This is because there are no fixed rules for how many times a certain line or stanza should be repeated. That depends on the singer, the context, what sounds natural in that moment and so on.
Romanized Transcription of Hindustani Lyrics
The traditional system of notation uses the Devanagari script, which is ideal because the lyrics of Hindustani music compositions are almost always in a dialect of Hindi. But with the globalization and digitization of Indian music, it is becoming more common to romanize for the sake of convenience.
I use an intuitive and somewhat simplified system for romanizing the lyrics. The idea is for even those who do not know Hindi to be able to achieve a pronunciation as close to native speakers as possible without having to go through special training to understand the transcription code (those who know Hindi, of course, will have no problem guessing the words). In the interests of keeping the system intuitive, I have had to take a few minor liberties with the pronunciation of the words in transcription. Please listen to the audio recordings of the songs for a native pronunciation of the words.
Even though the transcription code is mostly intuitive, the following characters may merit a brief explanation:
a = closed "a" sound (as in "funny" and "run") or a schwa sound (as in "about" or "another")
i = "i" sound (as in "bit")
u = "u" sound (as in "put")
e = used for both the æ sound (as in "bat" and "cat") and an elongated "e" sound (somewhere between "bet" and "bait")
o = two kinds of "o" sounds (as in "horse" as well as "show")
d = a soft "d" sound
D = a hard "d" sound
dh = an aspirated "d"
Dh = an aspirated "D"
t = a soft "t" sound
T = a hard "t" sound
th = an aspirated "t"
Th = an aspirated "T"
The lyrics of the composition, in addition to being part of the notation table, are also written out separately under the title line. I feel it is necessary to provide a clear version of the lyrics separately because the words get distorted in notation, not to mention that the lack of spaces makes it hard to tell where one word ends and another begins.
Western Notation of Indian Classical Music
Here is how I notate the bandish in the above example using the Western system. Scroll below the image for a brief explanation.
My System for Western Notation of Hindustani Compositions
My system for Western notation of Indian music is structured exactly like my Indian system of notation (explained in the section above). The only difference is that I use the Western system for notating the melody. The title line and lyrics follow the same style as my Indian notation system. And as with the Indian system, the composition is divided up structurally to separate the two stanzas. Within each stanza, a single row is devoted to one measure. The time signature indicates how many beats form a single measure. Rests are inserted at the beginning of each stanza to indicate at what beat of the rhythm cycle that stanza begins.
The Traditional Bhatkhande Notation System
There have been many systems of notation in Hindustani classical music over the centuries, but a system proposed by musicologist Vishnu Narayan Bhatkhande (1860-1936) gained widespread acceptance during the early 20th century, and is commonly used to this day in music textbooks and other situations within the Hindustani classical music community. The Bhatkhande system uses the Devanagari (Hindi) script for the notes and the lyrics, and a few other simple symbols.
Below is a romanized example of the Bhatkhande system. Explanations follow the image.
The Bhatkhande system of notation
In the above example the top line states the name of the raga (Kedar), the type of composition (bandish), the rhythm cycle (Teentaal), and the tempo (drut). The sheet is divided vertically into four sections by drawing three vertical lines to represent the four sections of Teentaal, so that each line of lyric can be neatly fitted into a single row. For each line of the composition, there are three rows of notation. The first row notates the melody, the middle row contains the lyrics, and the last row provides rhythm markers. Unlike in my system, where I begin notating from column 9 to indicate that the composition begins on Beat 9 of the Teentaal rhythm cycle, the traditional system begins notating at the far left of the sheet, and provides rhythm markers to tell you what beat of the rhythm cycle pertains to which syllable of the composition.
The traditional system assumes that students are familiar with the basic rhythm patterns. Given the information that the composition is in Teentaal, one is expected to know that Teentaal comprises four sections of four beats each, and that the first beat of the third section of this cycle is muted. The rhythm markers in notation, therefore, are quite minimalist. In fact, they are "section markers" rather than "rhythm markers." Three types of section markers are used. A cross (x) indicates the first section. A small circle (o) denotes a section with a muted first-beat (in the case of Teentaal, this is Section 3). If a section is neither the first section, nor starts with a muted beat, it is simply denoted by the section number.
The melody is notated using the sol-fa syllables of the notes and a few other symbols. The sol-fa syllables of the notes are Sa, Re, Ga, Ma, Pa, Dha and Ni (romanized from Devanagari). Flat versions of notes (not featured in this particular example) are shown by an underline. A sharp is denoted by a vertical line above the note. If a note belongs to the octave above or below the main octave, a dot is placed above or below the note. A hyphen indicates that the previous note is to be elongated. When two notes need to be sung within the space of a single beat, they are joined underneath by a curved line.
The lyrics are written in the middle row, syllable by syllable, to show what syllable must be sung to what note and at which beat. A symbol resembling a large "S" is used to indicate that a syllable must be elongated or sustained for the beat(s) in question.
The Bhatkhande system works well for those who notate music by hand in Devanagari, but it poses problems for those trying write or share notations digitally. This is one of the reasons, websites on Hindustani music (including this site) tweak it in an effort to adapt it to the digital medium. Which is fine, except that there is no uniformity, as the digitization of Indian music is still in its infancy and there is a lot of experimentation going on. Until a new system suited for the digital medium is perfected and popularized, we may have no choice but to put up with this lack of uniformity. Most websites, however, provide at least a cursory explanation of their notation system.
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What do I mean when I say, 'I know', and why should anyone believe me?
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Theory of Knowledge Weekly essay: Due: Wednesday, 3rd of September What do I mean when I say, 'I know', and why should anyone believe me? If I said I know something, it means I have knowledge of something or someone. But why should anyone believe me? Ultimately, there are only two ways in which my knowledge can be trustworthy: from personal experience that the person has also personally experienced or from proven facts. I could say I know something because I have personally experienced it. But how would anyone know that I am not lying? They haven't experienced my personal experience. They could have a different interpretation, but as long as their experience is similar they will consider what I know as right, because they can relate to it, and therefore they can believe me. This applies when sharing personal knowledge. When I say I know, I am saying I am a knower. ...read more.
is in itself something learned, something experienced. The baby is born with human conscience, which is the base for experiences and how they are inter-connected and affect each other, which is the base for all knowledge. There is a main type of knowledge which is reliable to a person when you tell them you know something or someone. That is directly experienced knowledge. By this I mean direct knowledge, or a direct experience, not something someone has told you or that you have read in a book, (because that is also a form of experience.) but something that has happened in front of, or to you. The person you are telling you know something needs to be able to directly relate to their own experience of something. For example if I was dissecting a heart, it would be directly experienced knowledge. But if my biology textbook tells me a heart looks like that, it is indirect experience, and therefore not as reliable as my direct personal experience. ...read more.
Theoretical knowledge is tricky to categorize. If we take the atom theory, no one can prove that it is real, but it seems to be the most reliable and therefore the most accepted idea. Theoretical knowledge is never directly experienced knowledge. Even if you come up with the theory, a theory stays an idea created by the mind due to our reason, which is a result of many experiences. Theoretical knowledge is more or less reliable depending on how many things obey the theory, or that have been proven to be reliable due to the theory. We need to decide for ourselves whether we trust someone saying that they know something or if we don't. We have to keep in mind that direct experiences are more reliable than indirect experiences. We do also need to remember that the direct experiences we have can be fooled with illusions to our senses. No experience is 100% reliable, but ideas and morals which make sense to us or which work for us are usually the ones we accept. Word count: 859 Alex Cunningham 31/8/03 11 SS ...read more.
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Family Comments
Client Satisfaction Survey Results
We continuously strive to improve the quality of our services. We regularly obtain feedback from our clients, their family members and their other representatives.
What are our clients and their families saying about their experience with Stowell Associates on their Client Satisfaction Surveys?
Care Management Expertise
"I was very happy with Stowell. Jennifer T. was wonderful. The aides were trustworthy and good. A big help during a difficult time." – Fran
"The care provided by Barb was instrumental in my Mom's recovery from a significant hospitalization. She is very skilled. We were very fortunate have gotten connected with Stowell for services." – Dave (son)
"Rose was helpful, reassuring and insightful. Thank you!" – J.M. (son)
"Jan H. was outstanding in her compassionate supervision of John's care. She was a pleasure to work with in setting up outings, holidays, etc. She was always willing to talk to us regarding any concerns we had. We could tell that she, as well as all of John's caregivers, really cared about him. That meant a great deal to us." – Barb
"I just wanted to let you know what an incredible asset Susan is to your organization. She has been the case manager for my parents and it has not been an easy job at many times. Susan has been so wonderful – responsive, caring and professional. I cannot say enough good things about her. I really cannot imagine how I would deal with all of the trials and tribulations of the past year without her." – (daughter)
"Everything and everybody were professional and went above and beyond what I expected. Barbara, our care manager was outstanding. She was very thorough, thoughtful, available, supportive and knowledgeable." – Lynn (daughter)
"It is wonderful to have someone as knowledgeable and reliable as Susan to work with." – Blanche (financial planner)
"I really appreciate the care manager's competent and caring communication with the caregivers and the facility and myself as a family member. That really makes me feel confident that my mother is being well taken care of and is a great help for me to make a decision." – Diane (daughter)
"Miriam has been of inestimable help to my family over the years. She has repeatedly brought her finely honed professional skills along with compassion, generosity and kindness to many complex and difficult situations. Head, heart, hands." – Joan (daughter living out of state)
"An excellent approach to caregiving and family support. I think best when utilized before the 'trial and error' that often goes into this new challenge." – Chuck (husband)
"Calling your office, nearly 2 years ago, was the best thing I could have done. I met with Jennifer with whom over the years has been a life saver for me. She helped my Mom but she always was there for me too. She listened and listened and listened. She is one of the most caring people I have ever met!" – Ann (daughter)
"I don't know how we could have managed without Stowell's team effort. Stephanie has been very helpful." – Robert & Doreen (son and daughter-in-law)
"As a visiting nurse, I was always happy with the services of Stowell Associates. Even more so now that your services affect my own family." – Ann (sister)
Caregiving Services
"I referred to the caregivers as my 'angels'. The journal the caregivers kept was precise, accurate and very detailed. My parents were very happy with the care they were given."
"I would recommend your agency in a heartbeat. I really appreciated how skilled and well trained your caregivers are." – Linda (wife)
"Caregivers are well trained and always pleasant."
"I really appreciate and benefit from the superior quality of service we receive from Yancy. Her compassion, insight, wisdom, persistence, initiative and humor are remarkable. We truly benefit and our lives are enriched by her caregiving."
"You all are a gift and blessing in the truest sense of the words!"
"The caregiver's care for, and interest in, my aunt undoubtedly improved and probably extended her life. Hiring Stowell Associates was the best decision I made in the years I was responsible for my aunt's affairs."
"The caregiver has made an extraordinary difference in my sister's life for which we are exceedingly grateful."
"Excellent quality of caregivers and manager."
Long-distance Caregiving
"Your staff have been a huge blessing to our family throughout the long years of my mother's illness. Much of our family lives out of town and it was always a comfort for us to have no doubt that mother was receiving the best possible care. The tenderness and gentle skill with which mother was treated by our team of caregivers, was extraordinary. We value and respect every member of the Stowell Associates team." – Bill (son)
"Everything you do is high quality, professional and so caring! It already is at the top of the charts!!! I am always so pleased about the compassionate care Doreen (certified care manager) and Katie (associate) give my dad. They are very special people!" – Debbi (daughter living out of state)
Crisis Intervention
"Jennifer (certified care manager) is amazing!! You are the best ever to work with under emergency situations."
"The service was outstanding during emergencies-even on weekends. The care manager was always on top of the situation."
"Contact with your after hours emergency scheduling staff was excellent."
End of Life Care
"Thank you very much for the donation you made in memory of my mother to the UW Foundation. Your kindness and thoughtfulness really touched my heart. We are so grateful to have had such loving care from Jennifer (care manager), Rebecca, Anna and LaShannon (caregivers). My mom and I really felt grateful for these wonderful women." -Valerie (daughter)
"Stowell Associates made it possible for mother to have a peaceful death at home as she and her family had wished. During mother's last hours, her caregivers were calm and reassuring and provided a quiet and serene environment. Our family will never forget that Stowell staff were there to help guide us through mother's last hours." – Bill (son)
"…thank you for all of the help your Stowell care manager and caregivers provided to my dad in his final earthly days. You worked amazingly fast to put everything in place so that we could fulfill his wish to pass away at home. It was truly unbelievable! And, I believe God's hand at work." – Bonnie (daughter)
"It was wonderful to know you were there when I needed you — for my grandmother (can you believe it has been nine years since her death) and now to help me with my mother-in-law. Thank you for being there!"


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The Associated Press is preparing to launch a brand new viewer experience: a virtual reality channel.
In what is termed "immersive journalism," the respected non-profit news organization that celebrates its 170th birthday this spring has partnered with Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMD) to put the viewer in the center of the news by utilizing 360 video technology and virtual reality.
AP's director of interactive and digital news production, Paul Cheung, said, "Each new publishing technology reinvents how we experience news. And VR promises the next revolution by immersing us deep in a story. With AMD's collaboration, AP will leverage their expertise in image rendering and graphic technology so that we can enhance and strengthen the VR news experience."
Raja Koduri, senior vice president and chief architect at Radeon Technologies Group at AMD, stated, "The global VR ecosystem is set for expansion, and AMD Radeon graphics is set to power the most realistic experiences possible. In collaboration with the Associated Press, we're excited to bring this realism to audiences everywhere, letting them connect with global issues and news in an unprecedented format, bringing emotion and understanding to the human condition."
Up until now, virtual reality has been limited to the gaming experience. This venture opens doors that will provide a unique and visceral way to connect people around the world.
For a two-dimensional peek into what the future holds, check out these videos: Worldport in Louisville, Kentucky, which is a huge sorting and packaging facility, and a tour through a migrant labor camp in Calais, France. You'll notice in the upper left corner of the screen is a directional indicator, which will give you an idea of the scope of the experience.
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