The Lowdown on High Blood Pressure
What You Need to Know The American Heart Association stresses the power of prevention and early action for a healthy heart, healthy life High blood pressure is the #1 preventable risk factor for heart disease and stroke, yet, nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure and many don’t even know it. That is […]
Protecting the People Who Protected Us
Submitted by Snyder Village As an adult child, one of my biggest priorities is making sure my parent is safe, happy, and supported. While we often think about physical health and well-being, there is another growing concern that keeps many families awake at night: scams and online fraud. Today’s world is more connected than ever. […]
When the Roles Reverse
Caring for the Parents Who Once Cared for You By Tamia R. Banks Insurance Management & Services There comes a moment in many families when adult children begin to notice changes in their parents. Maybe Mom repeats herself more often. Maybe Dad forgets appointments, misplaces important papers, or struggles to keep up with medications. For […]
Summer Mornings, Simple Pleasures
Rediscovering the Simple Routines That Help Us Start Each Day Well There is something special about a summer morning in Central Illinois. Before the heat settles in and before the demands of the day begin pulling us in different directions, the world seems to move at a gentler pace. The air is cooler. Birds provide a […]