Archive for Health & Wellness

  • Changes for the Future at CASI Changes for the Future at CASI

    By Laura Kopp CASI President/CEO Acquiescence. Not a word I find myself using very often. And certainly not a word I have applied to my leadership in the past. That changed this month. To acquiesce is to accept something with regret but without protest. To wish for a different outcome; all the w...

  • Ask the Audiologist Ask the Audiologist

    How to Support Loved Ones with Hearing Loss By Laura Schroder, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. Supporting a loved one with a hearing loss can be challenging, but with patience, understanding, and a few practical adjustments, you can make a significant difference in their experience as well as...

  • 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     Kaitlyn.Milligan@hy-vee.com 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 compl...

  • 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 you...

  • 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 d...

  • Summer Celebrations Summer Celebrations

    By Cyndi Koenes Regional Marketing & Sales Director Park Vista - North Hill Park Vista - Camanche Summer is the time for family reunions, ice cream, lightning bugs and trips to the community pool.  The libraries hold their summer reading programs, and the parks are brimming with childre...

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

    By Kaitlyn Milligan Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 695-3291     Kaitlyn.Milligan@hy-vee.com 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...

  • 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 m...