December 2022 BN NV
November 2022 BN NV Issue
Avoiding Caregiver Burnout
By Angela Kauffman, Snyder Village For many of us, the members of our family are the people we value most in life, and we would do anything to protect and care for them. Perhaps you have taken on a caretaker role for your loved one, whether unexpectedly or planned. Your willingness to help may […]
Moments To Remember
By Sandra Dempsey Post When former students from the Academy of our Lady and Spalding Institute gathered together for their 65th Class reunion this past September, they met first at Peoria Notre Dame High School in Peoria for Mass. That building was not even a thought or consideration when the Class of 1957 was graduating. There […]
Create Mouthwatering Meals in Minutes
Quick and easy yet delicious meals make time spent in the kitchen effective and enjoyable. Next time you’re in a time crunch for lunch or a simple dinner at home, lean on recipes that require five ingredients or less and can be ready in a snap. These Creamy Chicken Risotto and Chile Verde recipes are […]
A Personal Understanding of Neuropathy
By Alexander Germanis Sympathy has been an integral part of healthcare for a long time. The term “bedside manner” was a coin termed to illustrate a physician’s ability to sympathize with his or her patient. While sympathy is admirable of any physician, there is a deeper level of understanding that some physicians also possess: empathy. […]
November 2022 Peoria NV
Cold Weather Safety Tips — Senior Safety in Winter Months
Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center Winter is coming. Fall is already upon us and cold air, snow, and the holiday season are soon to follow. As we move into the last season of 2022, here are some tips on keeping yourself and your senior loved ones safe this winter season. Home […]
Sail Safely Through Medicare Open Enrollment With S.H.I.P.
Submitted by Annette Morrison, M.S., CRS-A/D Tom put on his turn signal and pulled onto the shoulder of the road. As the officer approached his driver’s side window, he pressed the button to roll down his window and allow the officer to talk to him. “Can I see your license, registration and proof of […]
The Great Thanksgiving 2022 Dilemma: How to Cook the Turkey This Year
By Derek Brawner It’s November—that means the Thanksgiving holiday will soon be upon us. This year, I’m faced with a true dilemma of how to cook the turkey. I have three possible options. For the past 13 years, I’ve taken it upon myself to cook the turkey for the entire family that gathers for […]