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  • Protecting Yourself from Social Security Scam and Fraud Protecting Yourself from Social Security Scam and Fraud

    By Anne Coffman Marketing Director at Ridgecrest Village Today over 63 million people collect Social Security benefits. Over your lifetime you have worked hard for these benefits, and in retirement, it is time to relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Unfortunately, there are people out there ...

  • Calendar of Events November 2019 Calendar of Events November 2019

    Support Groups and Informational Seminars Open AA Meeting – There are ongoing open meetings every Friday, Saturday or Sunday evening at 7 pm. Location: 1706 Brady Street, Suite 105, Davenport. For more information contact Illowa Intergroup 24 hour (309) 764-1016 or visit www.aaquadcities.org Qua...

  • Ella's Kitchen Ella’s Kitchen

    November cries for hot ‘n hearty comfort foods and embellished appetizer trays. It’s a month for the aroma of flavorful soups simmering on the stove or the eye-catching extras for a celebratory meal. - Ella Super Bowl Soup with Barley, Beans and Beer 2 1/2 cups water 1 TB. ...

  • Just Saying... Just Saying…

    There’s No Place Like Home By Q.C. Jones November marks the middle of old QC Jones’ Fall travel season. While many of you were enjoying the last few weeks of the Summer and the lovely change to Fall, your humble reporter was engaged in the busy days of Fall Convention Season. During these week...

  • Yard and Garden: Add Autumn Color with Grasses Yard and Garden: Add Autumn Color with Grasses

    By Richard Jauron and Willy Klein Iowa State University Extension Native and ornamental grasses are wonderful for adding multiple seasons of interest in the garden. They add instant texture and form to the garden any time of year whether grouped in clusters or planted singly as focal points. Iowa ...

  • Smart Snacking Tips for Managing Diabetes Smart Snacking Tips for Managing Diabetes

    By Katie Schaeffer, RD, LD Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (563) 359-9323 kschaeffer@hy-vee.com A few ideas for managing blood sugar during the busy holiday season. November is National Diabetes Month. But it’s also the start of the holidays, and we all know what that means: Tempting treats are e...

  • Calendar of Events - October 2019 Calendar of Events – October 2019

    Support Groups and Informational Seminars Welcome to Medicare - Tuesday October 15 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm. A free seminar offered by the State of Iowa’s Senior Health Insurance Information (SHIIP) and Center for Active Seniors, Inc (CASI) for Iowans who want to learn more about Medicare. Registration ...

  • Ella’s Kitchen Ella’s Kitchen

    Autumn is a great time to try new meat and vegetable recipes. Try barbecued veal with rice, accompanied with stuffed yams or lamb chops Oriental-style paired with carrots Lyonnaise or smoked pork shoulder and spinach salad. All of these recipes will serve 6 - 8. -Ella Barbecued Veal with R...