Your Retirement Income Checkup

7 Questions to Start 2026 Submitted by Tim Whisler, CRPC®, CLTC® Certified Financial Fiduciary® Retirement Income Planner at The Whisler Agency, Peoria IL. January is a natural reset. Calendars are replaced, resolutions are set, and we take a moment to look at the year ahead. Your retirement income plan deserves the same attention. Tax […]
The Joy of January Hobbies

January often gets a reputation for being cold, quiet, and a little bit dreary—but it can also be one of the most comforting, creative, and joy-filled months of the year. After the busy holiday season fades, the first month of the new year gives us something we seldom make enough time for: peaceful moments to […]
Hearty Ways to Warm Up Winter

Coming inside from a cold day calls for moments spent under a blanket, around a warm fire, and curled up with a hot bowl of delicious, comforting food. From chili to pasta, your winter menu is sure to feature filling dishes that warm you and your loved ones from the inside out. For example, you […]
You Are Recognized at Hopedale Commons Assisted Living

By Alexander Germanis As sad as it may seem, many of us feel barely noticed as we pass through life. Often, we feel as if we’re seen only as a number – our names meaningless, our faces forgettable, and our personalities inconsequential. When someone enters their senior years, that feeling can often be compounded, […]