Archive for Health & Wellness

  • Yard and Garden: Strawberry Care Yard and Garden: Strawberry Care

    By Aaron J. Steil Iowa State University Consumer Horticulture Extension Specialist Few can resist the allure of fresh strawberries — they're an early summer treat for many. Luckily, cultivating these delectable fruits is relatively easy. With full sun, well-drained soil and just a little bit of ...

  • Summer Sip Tips:  Meeting Your Fluid Needs  in the Summer Heat Summer Sip Tips: Meeting Your Fluid Needs in the Summer Heat

    By Hannah Anderson MA, RDN, LDN, CLS Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 695-3602     hannah.anderson1@hy-vee.com Time to rethink your summer drink! Hydration is essential, especially during the hot summer months. This is because water plays a vital role in every body function, making up about ...

  • Hidden Gems Hidden Gems

    By Mary Schricker Gemberling "Small towns are like hidden gems waiting to be discovered. They may be small, but the beauty and wonder that they offer are immeasurable." "Living in a small town may seem like living in isolation, but in reality, it is an opportunity to appreciate the beauty of the...

  • How to Prevent, Detect and Report Financial Exploitation in ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES How to Prevent, Detect and Report Financial Exploitation in ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES

    Contributed by NCEA - National Center on Elder Abuse Financial exploitation is the fastest growing form of elder abuse. It is a crime and is often not reported. Learn how to protect yourself. The four steps below will help you prevent, detect and report financial exploitation. 1. KNOW Your Right...

  • Your Advocacy Connection Your Advocacy Connection

    We Solve Long Term Care Problems   By Gail Glockhoff-Long GolderCare Solutions Benefits Advocate Life Insurance and Medicaid—Do I have to Cash It Out? We hear the question all the time – I was told I have to cash-out my life insurance to qualify for Medicaid – is that true? The ...

  • Aging and You Aging and You

    Maintenance-Free Living By Julie Arndt Marketing Director at Ridgecrest Village Maintenance-free living has never been so appealing.  My husband and I are do-it-yourself sort of people and enjoy spending time outdoors working on projects. We get good exercise, taking in the fresh air while we ...

  • Long-Distance Love: Watching Over Your Parents from Afar Long-Distance Love: Watching Over Your Parents from Afar

    By Milestones Area Agency on Aging Living far away from your aging parents can be a source of guilt, fear and constant worry.  But, by utilizing modern technology and proactive planning, there are some steps you can take to monitor their care and well-being: Utilize Technology for Regular Che...

  • Calendar of Events | JUNE 2024 Calendar of Events | JUNE 2024

    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 Grou...