Archive for Health & Wellness
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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 ...
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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...
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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...
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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 ...
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Plan for Care…
By Richard J. Schillig, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF Independent Insurance and Financial Advisor Will I need long-term care? Your need for long-term care may increase over time as you need more and more help with the activities of daily living, such as bathing or dressing. OR you may suddenly need long-term c...
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Kari’s Kitchen
Congratulations to Mary Hehlke of Camanche, Iowa. She is our SUMMER SALAD contest winner. Please enjoy her two delicious salad recipes below. German Potato Salad 1 cup bacon, diced 1 cup celery, sliced 1 cup onion, chopped salt 3 Tbsp. flour 2/3 cup sugar 2/3 cup vinega...
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JULY 2024 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 285-0...
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Ask the Audiologist
Simple Steps to Clean Your Hearing Aids at Home By Shelby Garrison, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. Hearing aids are invaluable devices that significantly improve the quality of life for those experiencing hearing loss. Regular cleaning and maintenance ensure they function optimally, extending ...
