Archive for Family
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The Act of Hugging
By Mary Schricker Gemberling “The best way to appreciate something is to do without it”................anonymous I am a HUGGER! Numerous times in the last year I have spontaneously put my arms out to hug someone but quickly refrained. One recent survey put hugs fourth on a list of thirty thing...
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The greatest gift: Having your affairs in order can be the most lasting gift to loved one
By Richard J. Schillig, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF Independent Insurance and Financial Advisor Readers – today’s article is a repeat of article used normally during the Holiday Season when gift giving is common. Because of the power of this message, I thought it very appropriate to use again mid-year. ...
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June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month
By Mike Mathews Milestones Area Agency on Aging June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. This recognition day was launched on June 15, 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the World Health Organization. It provides an opportunity for communities around the wor...
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Summer Heat and Older Adults – What You Should Know
By Kathy Malmloff CASI Director of Senior Services Kmalmloff@casiseniors.org With the first day of summer fast approaching, our thoughts turn to fun in the sun with family and friends. For most people, these hot and steamy days are the best time of year but for older adults the summer months can ...
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YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | Rock Island, Illinois Office
By Cristina Vital Social Security Manager Rock Island Social Security Office SOCIAL SECURITY AND PROTECTING ELDERS FROM SCAMS World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is on June 15. On this day, and throughout the month, communities, seniors, caregivers, governments, organizations, and the private sect...
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Calendar of Events – June 2021
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: publisher@50pluslife.com Attn: Eloise. Please submit by the 10th of the month prior to the month you want activity listed. Support Group...
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Urban Gardening – A Community Effort in The Hilltop Campus Village
In 2019 the vacant lot at the southeast corner of Scott and 15th Streets was transformed into a collaborative dream of a community garden complete with hoop greenhouse and raised garden beds. It was quite successful with a fall harvest celebration called the “Urban Taste.” [gallery link="fil...
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Calendar of Events – May 2021
If you have an upcoming event hat you would like published, please mail info to: 50+Lifestyles, P. O. Box 2125, Davenport, IA, 52809 Attn: Eloise or email: publisher@50pluslife.com Attn: Eloise. Please submit by the 10th of the month prior to the month you want activity listed. Support Grou...
