Car accidents are devastating, not only for the people riding the vehicle but for families as well. The implications extend beyond the injuries to the driver and passengers. Rather, the mishap can cause an upheaval in the family. Whether your loved one suffers alone or with others, expect the scars to stay. In fact, your life may never be the same after losing a member or seeing them suffer from a lasting disability. Beyond the physical injury, the mental trauma can be equally daunting. It is vital to understand how the accident can affect your family life and what you can do to resume normalcy as soon as possible. Here are some valuable insights to help deal with the aftermath of a car crash. 

Physical injuries and limitations

Most car accident victims experience physical injuries in some form. Minor ones leave them out of action for a few weeks, but severe ones can result in long-term disabilities. Imagine seeing a loved one become incapacitated due to a traumatic brain injury or losing their mobility because of spinal cord damage. Some victims even suffer from life-changing consequences like amputation because of severe injuries. Life at home becomes challenging because family member requires a caregiver to help them with their daily tasks. The limitations may require some modifications in the living space to make them accessible to the victim. If you have experienced pain and suffering from an accident, it can also damage your mental health, if you need support, make sure you ask for it. There is no shame in doing this. 

Death of a loved one

Car accidents are painful for people who lose a loved one because of another driver’s negligence. It is hard to imagine life without a member of your family. The mishap leaves a permanent void in the family as the survivors have to deal with constant pain and suffering. You may feel emotions like anger, frustration, grief, and depression. The only way to regain your peace is by ensuring that the negligent driver is punished and your deceased relative gets justice. 

Financial crisis due to hefty medical bills

If you are lucky enough, your loved ones may survive the crash. But their medical treatment can cost thousands. Expect a financial crisis in the family as you struggle to stay afloat amid the hefty bills of medications, surgeries, diagnostics, appointments, and rehab sessions. Thankfully, you can seek compensation for your injuries when a negligent driver is responsible for the mishap. You can hire a car accident lawyer to calculate the rightful amount, negotiate a settlement, or represent the victim during the lawsuit. Although compensation may not make up for the pain and suffering of your loved one, it can take your family life a step closer to financial recovery.

Missed work and disrupted budgets

Car accidents are financially painful not only because of the medical bills. If the victim is the primary earning member of the family, you may experience a disruption in the monthly budget. They may miss work temporarily or permanently, affecting the family income immensely. Your daily expenses may pile up as you lose hold of your budget. Savings can deplete quickly, and you may struggle to make ends meet. Let your lawyer know about the loss of income so that they can include it in the compensation claim. Family members may consider part-time jobs and side hustles to keep the home running amid the crisis. 

Property damage

Life can fall apart for a family after a car accident if the family vehicle is damaged or destroyed. You need it to run errands, go to work, drop the kids to school, and drive the victim to medical appointments. Repairs may cost a fortune, and replacement may be out of the question. The costs of cabs and public transportation can add up quickly to hurt your monthly budget. You can contact your insurance company and include the damage repair costs in your compensation claim.  

Loss of companionship

Physical injuries, vehicle damage, and financial pressure are not the only downsides of a car mishap. You cannot overlook the emotional impact of the accident on your family. The trauma of death or life-changing injuries is immense. Your family experiences a loss of companionship when one or more members cannot travel, socialize, or indulge in other forms of entertainment. But the good thing is that your lawyer can help you claim for these intangible forms of damage as well.

A car accident hurts the victim, but their families suffer as well. Things at home may change for good. But you can do your bit to get life on track again by claiming personal injury compensation from the negligent driver. Although money cannot reverse the damages, it can get your life a step closer to normalcy.

People have been using chemicals to clean their homes and offices in the past. But now, more and more people are switching to eco-friendly cleaning products. These eco-friendly products are suitable for the environment and safe for humans and pets.

Eco-friendly cleaning is all about using natural and sustainable products to clean your house. There are many reasons to go eco-friendly when it comes to cleaning. They include:

• The health benefits of using natural products instead of harsh chemicals
• No environmental impact of the waste generated by the chemicals used in traditional cleaners
• The cost-effectiveness of eco-friendly cleaners, which tend to be less expensive than conventional cleaners

With all of these benefits, you might be interested in knowing more about how you can keep your home germ-free in an eco-friendly way, which you can find in this article below.

Throw out the toxins

According to Maid Sailors, one of the easiest and the best things you can do for your home and your family is to get rid of toxic cleaning materials.

Toxic cleaning materials are a significant contributor to the rise of environmental pollution. They can be found in many household products, such as air fresheners, detergents, dishwashing liquid, and soaps. These products contain chemicals that harm the environment and you and your family.

These chemicals are linked to several health problems. Therefore, if you’re looking to have a healthier home greener way, you can start with this step.

Make use of vinegar

Vinegar is a natural cleaner that you can use for many different tasks around the house. It removes stubborn stains, eliminates odors, and disinfects surfaces. It is an excellent alternative to the chemicals in store-bought cleaners.

You can use vinegar for many purposes, such as cleaning floors, sinks, and countertops, removing soap scum from shower doors and tile, cleaning windows and mirrors, as well as removing stains from carpets and upholstery. It’s versatile, affordable, and non-toxic, so if you want to make DIY household cleaners, this is an excellent ingredient to include.

Use citrus fruits

Speaking of good ingredients for DIY household cleaners, citrus fruits are an excellent natural cleaning material. They can clean surfaces and remove the bacteria that accumulate on them. They also have a pleasant smell, and they can make your house smell fresh.

The best way to use citrus fruits is to cut them into halves or quarters, then rub them on the surface that needs to be cleaned. You should do this in a circular motion until you see that the dirt has been removed from the surface.

The acidity in citrus fruits helps them remove stains from clothes and other fabrics. You can also use them to scrub down your bathroom and kitchen sinks, as well as other hard surfaces around the house.

Clean with essential oils

Essential oils are all-natural products that are often made from plants. They are used for many purposes, including cooking and cleaning.

Cleaning with essential oils is a great way to get rid of bad smells and clean your home. Some essential oils even have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiseptic properties.

Some people use essential oil diffusers, while others mix a few drops of the oil with water or soap. You can also add a few drops of the oil to a bowl of vinegar and then pour it all over your floor. The best way to clean with essential oils is to do it a little bit at a time because it’s not easy to get rid of the smell afterward.

Do note that one should never mix different types of oils because they might cause an adverse reaction in the body.

Get busy with a broom

Some people might be surprised to know that using a broom to clean the house is more eco-friendly than using a vacuum cleaner. This is because vacuums require electricity, which is not environmentally friendly. On the other hand, Brooms are made of natural materials like wood and can be used repeatedly.

The broom’s bristles are made out of natural biodegradable materials. The hairs on the broom brush help loosen dirt and grime off the surface, making it easier to clean up. The bristles also help reduce dust particles in the air by collecting them on the ground. Thus, keeping your floors clean without using up too many natural resources to do it.

Ditch paper towels

Paper towels are an everyday item that we don’t think about when we go into the kitchen and grab one. They are a convenience that we have come to rely on in our homes. However, they are not sustainable and environmentally friendly. Paper towels use up many resources and create a lot of waste, which is not suitable for the environment.

There are many reasons why paper towels aren’t sustainable, including:

• Paper towel manufacturing uses up a lot of water
• Paper towel manufacturing uses up a lot of energy
• Most paper towels don’t break down in landfills because they contain plastic fibers
• Many people use more than one paper towel at once, which leads to waste.

Given these reasons, you should opt for reusable and washable towels instead.

Support brands with B Corp certification

A B Corporation is a company that meets rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency.

Not many are given this certification, which is why if they do, you know that they have gone through strict testing to pass. Thus, making these companies more trustworthy when their products claim eco-friendliness and sustainability.

Over to You

Ensuring your home is germ-free doesn’t mean that you must douse your house in harmful chemicals. Hopefully, the methods listed above can help show you that you can keep your home healthy while still making sure that you don’t end up harming the environment to do that.

Over Christmas, I bought the cutest tropical floral top at the Poppy Caravan pop-up in Florida. It was from the luxury lifestyle brand Ala von Auersperg. I was lucky enough to get to meet one of their fabulous stylists, Miss Trish. Maybe you remember her beautiful Miss Trish of Capri sandals? I really fell in love with Ala’s resort line. And my cute top is BEYOND. At first, I saw Trish wearing it over white jeans but then when I went into the shop to check out all the new arrivals, I wore it as a dress and it was even cuter. Here is a sneak peek of the current Ala von Auersperg collection. My favorite items are of course my ruffle poncho top, the tropical print flare pants, the seashell, and coral silk “Runaway Beach” dresses. But honestly, I do love everything. If you are traveling to the Palm Beach area visit the shop on Worth Ave or check out the Ala Website, HERE.

My good friend made this easy Million Dollar Dip for the Super Bowl and I had to get the recipe and share it with you. It was so great. It only takes a few minutes to make but it will leave your guests begging for more. Serve it at your next gathering with some tortilla chips and you will be the hit of the party. If you make it drop me a comment below and let me know how you like it!!!!

adapted from cooking professionally

1 1/2 cups mayonnaise

1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

4 green onions, chopped into small pieces

1/2 cup bacon bits, pre-cooked

1/2 cup almonds, slivered

1 teaspoon garlic, minced

tortilla chips, optional, for serving

In a large serving bowl, combine the mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, green onions, bacon bits, almonds, and garlic.

Mix thoroughly until all of the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Serve with tortilla chips or your preferred dip accompaniment!