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Unable to Work? What’s Next?
By Beth Cooper Ingle, Certified Senior Advisor® Let’s admit it, the past few years
Dads and Summer Kool-Aid Stands
By Janie Beharelle, 50 Plus N&V Reader Several years ago my husband and I
A Tempting Dinner With Endless Toppings
Cheese and sour cream, cilantro and guacamole, lettuce and salsa – the combinations are nearly
Retired but Just Getting Started
In the Greater Peoria area, a growing number of seniors are turning retirement into a
More Than Just a Meal
The Heartbeat of the Table at Graceland Center Walk through the doors of the
How Gardening Supports Senior Wellness
By Jim Lovell, Snyder Village Marketing and Communications Director As the seasons shift and
Chapter 9: Coming Home With Confidence
How one couple used timing, technology, and wisdom to make a long-distance move feel like
The Stories We Keep
Downsizing isn’t just about clearing space—it’s about deciding which memories still need a place to
Spring Into Fitness
By Robert Schwander, Owner, Fitness Counseling, Inc. Once again that wonderful time of year
Save Time, Tackle Dinner With a Quick and Convenient Stir-Fry
If hectic weeknights leave you feeling like time is constantly slipping away, saving a few
ENCORE 2026
The Morton Civic Chorus, under the direction of Denise Adams, will celebrate their 55th Year
Staying Mentally Strong After 60
Simple habits that can help keep your mind active, sharp, and engaged Many people
The Five-Year Clock No One Sees Coming
Submitted by Tim Whisler, CRPC®, CLTC®, Certified Financial Fiduciary® President of The Whisler Agency, Peoria
Retiring? And/or Going on to Medicare
It’s Complicated! By Beth Cooper Ingle, CSA, Medical Reimbursement & Management Services This is
Dedicated to Achieving Fitness Goals
By Robert Schwander, Owner, Fitness Counseling, Inc. I am grateful that Becky Unsicker is
Osteoporosis The Role of Calcium and Vitamin D
Submitted by Shannon Laesch, APRN, Select Care PLLC Osteoporosis, a condition where the bones become
Billy Dee Williams
By Nick Thomas As any devoted Star Wars fan can deduce, the title of Billy
3 Signs You Are Ready for Retirement
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group It seems that since we were toddlers, the words
Kickstart a Spring Fitness Routine
Spring is here, and with it comes warmer weather, longer daylight hours, and for many,
Sharing Is Caring
By Sherry Gordon-Harris, Health Alliance At least twice a month, I do my family’s household
Warm, Pop-able Treats Perfect for Sharing
On a cold winter night, there’s nothing quite like the combination of playing games and
Travel Trends
Discover the Latest Travel Trends In a Surprising Spot Nestled between the Tennessee River and
Fall in Love With Your Partner All Over Again
By Kimberly Blaker It likely comes as no surprise that keeping the romance alive in
Resolve to Help
By Carol Timms, Health Alliance This time of year, we often reflect and develop
A Delicious Way to Support Your Immune System
Bolstering your immune system during winter, when coughs and colds seem to take control, is
Benefits of Physical Activity
The benefits of regular physical activity occur throughout life and are essential for healthy aging.
When You Exercise Your Body, You Can Boost Brain Health, Too
Physical fitness is important as you age, improving strength, flexibility, and balance. Research shows that
What Really Happened
By Deb Austin Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house, Not
Through the Eye of My Needle- Lagniappe
One of my favorite words and ideas from my adopted New Orleans home is Lagniappe
Shopping Small Businesses
By Faye Andris December is that time of the year when we automatically start to
Ways to Make the World a Better Place for Seniors
By 2050, the senior population (adults age 65 and older) will be more than double
Apps You’ll App-reciate on Your Next Trip
From planning your next getaway to managing your vacation budget, there are myriad apps you
Have Yourself Merry Memories
By Sandra Dempsey Post The expression “absence makes the heart grow fonder” was popularized in
Health Care Solutions for Rural Americans
Heart disease, cancer, unintentional injuries, chronic lower respiratory disease and stroke. These top five causes
Job Search Tips for People Over 50
By Kat Boogaard, ZipRecruiter.com No matter who you are, hunting for a job can be
What Is Your Family’s Emergency Plan?
While the impact of winter weather varies across the country, nearly all Americans are affected