Category: Family

  • New Year, New You? Redefining Resolutions for the Over 60 Crowd New Year, New You? Redefining Resolutions for the Over 60 Crowd

    By Milestones Area Agency on Aging For many of us, the arrival of a new year sparks the urge to embark on a journey of self-improvement. But as we get older, the traditional “new year, new you” mantra may not quite resonate. Instead of feeling pressured to conform to rigid resolutions, let’s reframe our approach […]

  • Just Saying… Just Saying…

    By Q.C. Jones Editor’s note: QC Jones has been revisiting his articles in 50+ Lifestyles over the years for a book he is almost finished with called “John Wayne, Davy Crocket, and Me” which will include expanded versions of previous articles. He found a “whole bunch” of Santa inspired articles, so he decided to pull quotes […]

  • Home for the Holidays Home for the Holidays

    By Cyndi KoenesRegional Marketing & Sales DirectorPark Vista – North HillPark Vista – Camanche Home for the holidays……such a wonderful and warm thought. But what exactly is home? Maybe it’s a first apartment, a large family home where children were raised and holidays celebrated, a downsize for empty nesters or it may be a retirement community. […]

  • The True Gift of Winter The True Gift of Winter

    By Kari Smith As the days grow shorter and the first real cold settles in, something quietly magical begins to happen. The world outside slows down, the light turns softer, and — whether we plan it or not — our attention turns inward, toward home, toward the people who matter most. That is the true […]

  • Calendar of Events Calendar of Events

    Support Groups and Informational Seminars Open AA Meeting – Illowa Intergroup24 hour (309) 764-1016 or visit aaquadcities.org Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – here is a listing of support groups offered in this area. Caregiver Support Group at Milestones – Milestones Area Agency on Aging at 935 E. 53rd St, Davenport, IA, 2nd Monday of the […]

  • A Pause for Poetry A Pause for Poetry

    By Gary Heath Poet in Residence for 50+ Lifestyles. Poem Home You are lost and without shelter, Life has gone very helter-skelter! People avoid you like COVID19, This is the worst you’ve ever seen! You’ve roamed a very long time, You desperately need this rhyme. It carries your family’s voices, Come home! So everyone rejoices! […]

  • Aging and You Aging and You

    By Julie Arndt Marketing Director at Ridgecrest Village Embracing New Traditions: Finding the Magic of Christmas at Every Age The holiday season often brings moments of thoughtful reflection. Many of us look back on our childhoods, hoping to recapture the magic and wonder of Christmases past. I still remember waiting eagerly for the Sears and […]

  • Kari’s Kitchen Kari’s Kitchen

    Stuffed Mushrooms 1½ lb. baby mushrooms, rinsed 2 Tbsp, unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped ¼ cup bread crumbs Kosher salt Ground black pepper ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 4 oz. cream cheese, softened 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme Preheat oven to 400°. Grease a baking sheet with cooking […]

  • Milestones OCTOBER 2025 Clinton and Scott County Meal Site Noon Meals Milestones OCTOBER 2025 Clinton and Scott County Meal Site Noon Meals

    All meal inquiries call 1-855-410-6222 Cancellations ONLY call 563-484-3108 Mealsites are now open. Please call for required reservations 1-2 days in advance. Contact your Community Café or call 563-484-3108 Site listings: Cumberland House 332-9339, Edgewater on Third 484-3108, Eldridge 285-0123, CASI 386-7477, Luther Manor 332-9407, Spring Village 344-9463, Spruce Hills 484-3108, DeWitt 210-1712, Park Tower […]

  • Kari’s Kitchen Kari’s Kitchen

    Butternut Squash Soup   Ingredients: 1 large butternut squash (about 3 pounds), halved and seeds removed 1 Tbsp olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1/2 c chopped shallot 1 tsp salt 4 garlic cloves, pressed or minced 1 tsp maple syrup 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg Freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 to 4 cups […]

  • From Dry Air to Dry Skin: Fall Hydration Tips from the Inside Out From Dry Air to Dry Skin: Fall Hydration Tips from the Inside Out

    By Kaitlyn Milligan Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 695-3291     [email protected] Fall means a full schedule for many families, with school activities, football and holidays. As the days cool down and heaters turn on, the air dries out, leaving us dehydrated. Being dehydrated can cause our skin to become cracked and dry, and can make […]

  • Legacy Matters: Preserving Family Memories During the Moving Process Legacy Matters: Preserving Family Memories During the Moving Process

    By Korinne Masse Perfectly Organized For many seniors, moving isn’t just about relocating, it’s about closing one chapter of life and beginning another. While the logistics of downsizing, packing, and settling into a new home can be complex, one of the most delicate and meaningful aspects of the process is deciding how to preserve family […]

  • Kari’s Kitchen Kari’s Kitchen

      Fall Harvest Chex Mix Ingredients: 1 cup salted (2 sticks) butter, melted 1 cup brown sugar, packed 2 TBS. vanilla extract 12 oz. box Rice Chex cereal 7 oz. bag Bugles 4 cups mini mini pretzel twists 1 cup candy corn 1 cup candy corn pumpkins 8 oz. bag Reese’s Pieces   Directions: Preheat […]

  • Milestones SEPTEMBER 2025 Clinton and Scott County Meal Site Noon Meals Milestones SEPTEMBER 2025 Clinton and Scott County Meal Site Noon Meals

    All meal inquiries call 1-855-410-6222 Cancellations ONLY call 563-484-3108 Mealsites are now open. Please call for required reservations 1-2 days in advance. Contact your Community Café or call 563-484-3108 Site listings: Cumberland House 332-9339, Edgewater on Third 484-3108, Eldridge 285-0123, CASI 386-7477, Luther Manor 332-9407, Spring Village 344-9463, Spruce Hills 484-3108, DeWitt 210-1712, Park Tower […]

  • Aging Well from Within: How Nutrition and Gut Health Support Longevity Aging Well from Within: How Nutrition and Gut Health Support Longevity

    By Kaitlyn Milligan Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 695-3291     [email protected] As we journey through life, our nutritional needs evolve. They’re shaped by changes in metabolism, lifestyle adjustments and age-related health conditions. Supporting our health becomes more complex and more important. Gut health is one key piece that often gets overlooked. Let’s explore the gut […]

  • Just Saying… Just Saying…

    The Great Tomato Wars of Augusts Past By Q.C. Jones The Midwest is the “home grown tomato belt” and the Quad Cities is the shiny belt buckle adorning this bright red belt. We, like every region, have our own late-summer ritual. We don’t run with raging bulls, burn giant puppets, or as Peter Rowan would […]

  • Kari’s Kitchen Kari’s Kitchen

      Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos Ingredients: 1 (15-oz.) can tomato sauce 2 Tbsp chili powder 1 Tbsp cumin 1 Tbsp Kosher salt 2 tsp paprika 1 tsp black pepper 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped 6 large, boneless skin chicken breast (about 4 pound) Tortillas of your choice Toppings: Shredded lettuce Chopped tomato Shredded cheese Sour […]

  • The Psychology of Letting Go: Helping Seniors Declutter with Compassion The Psychology of Letting Go: Helping Seniors Declutter with Compassion

    By Korinne Masse Perfectly Organized As people age, the idea of downsizing can bring more than just logistical challenges—it often stirs deep emotional currents tied to memory, identity, and loss. For many seniors, the belongings in their homes represent decades of lived experiences, cherished moments, and personal achievements. When it’s time to transition into a […]

  • Calendar of Events | JULY 2025 Calendar of Events | JULY 2025

    If you have an upcoming event that you would like published, please mail info to: 50+Lifestyles, P. O. Box 2125, Davenport, IA, 52809  Attn: Eloise or email: [email protected] Attn: Eloise. Please submit by the 10th of the month prior to the month you want activity listed. Support Groups and Informational Seminars Open AA Meeting – […]

  • Your Advocacy Connection Your Advocacy Connection

    We Solve Long-Term Care Problems In the Healthcare Context, Is “Distributive Justice” Really Justice at All? By Jamie Long GolderCare Solutions The Passionate Patient Advocate “We must be just in allocating limited resources.” “We want to treat all patients equally.” “We have to think about what’s fair to everyone.” These are the kinds of statements […]

  • Ask the Audiologist Ask the Audiologist

    How is hearing loss diagnosed? By Ali Wright, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. Hearing loss can affect people across the lifespan, with many different causes ranging from age-related hearing loss, genetic factors, noise exposure, illness, or injury. Early detection is important for improving quality of life. Diagnosing hearing loss is a very reliable process that consists […]

  • Staying Active: How Exercise Boosts Independence for Older Adults Staying Active: How Exercise Boosts Independence for Older Adults

    By Milestones Area Agency on Aging Physical activity is a cornerstone of independence for older Americans. Only 23.1% of adults aged 65+ meet federal guidelines for aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercises, yet staying active reduces fall risks and manages chronic conditions like arthritis or diabetes, empowering seniors to live autonomously (CDC, 2024). Regular exercise enhances mobility, […]

  • Intermittent Fasting: A Registered Dietitian’s Perspective Intermittent Fasting: A Registered Dietitian’s Perspective

    By Kaitlyn Milligan Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 695-3291     [email protected] Intermittent fasting, a dietary approach that has gained popularity, is being hailed for its potential health and weight loss benefits. As Hy-Vee dietitians, we know eating isn’t one-size-fits-all. Let’s explore what intermittent fasting involves, its underlying mechanisms, potential health benefits, who should abstain from […]

  • Aging and You Aging and You

    Seniors in Action- Enrichment Services By Julie ArndtMarketing Director at Ridgecrest Village What’s important to older adults seems to be all around us. When I entered the field of geriatrics decades ago, I had no idea that anything related to older adults would mean such big business for so many different industries. I don’t know […]