Dear Heloise: I live alone and decided to make my cell phone helpful to police if something happens to me or in the case of an emergency. Next to my son’s and daughter’s names, I put “son” and “daughter.” And I label other relatives, friends, neighbors, dog sitter, vet’s office, etc. This could just be a lifesaver!—Kay, via e-mail

Kay, good idea. You should know that programming the word “ICE” (In Case of Emergency) in front of a contact name on your cell-phone list will allow the police, fire, etc., to know whom to contact in an emergency. Take a few minutes to do it right now!—He...

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