August 2021 Bloomington Issue
July 2021 Peoria NV Issue
Near the End of Life, a Bedside Salute Means So Much To Veterans
By Chelsea Cook-McCarrell, General Manager for VITAS® Healthcare As the family of patient José Pacheco gathered at his home for a veteran’s recognition ceremony, the elderly veteran began talking about his service during World War II. Some of Mr. Pacheco’s family members had never heard his stories, including a grandson who had asked to be […]
Helpful Tips for Downsizing
Submitted by Snyder Village Are you currently in a house with extra room to spare? Are you tired of cleaning those empty rooms whose only function seem to be collecting dust? Perhaps you’ve come to the realization that your current house no longer serves your needs. It may be time to start considering downsizing. Benefits […]
A Legacy of Helping
By Alexander Germanis There are few things in life on which we actually enjoy spending our hard-earned money. Medical insurance is certainly not one of them. Purchasing insurance is unpleasant enough without having to compound one’s distress by choosing from among numerous complex plans. Although insurance may be a necessity, finding the right one for […]
Elm Haven Place — The Best Is Yet To Come
By Alexander Germanis Our cultural vernacular is littered with phrases like ‘over the hill,’ or ‘past your prime,’ or ‘autumn years.’ While all of these terms are meant to convey the idea that someone is gaining senior citizen status, they also have two other things in common: They’re often horribly inaccurate and they’re missing the […]
Loneliness and Social Isolation—Tips for Staying Connected
Submitted by Villas of Holly Brook Everyone needs social connections to survive and thrive. But as people age, they often find themselves spending more time alone. Being alone may leave older adults more vulnerable to loneliness and social isolation, which can affect their health and well-being. Studies show that loneliness and social isolation are associated […]
Financial Problems Can Be Sign of Dementia Onset
Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center Dementia is a term used for loss of memory, lack of ability to problem solve, and inability to perform everyday activities. Having difficulties with finances may be an early sign. More than 5 million Americans, most age 65 or older, are thought to be living with dementia […]
But What if You Live? The Financial Realities of Longevity
By Krista McBeath, McBeath Financial Group I find no humor in aging or death, so let me be very upfront about that. However, I am sometimes bemused by the outlook some people have on their passing. I am perplexed by the mind-shift of some healthy aging people that they begin to anticipate the worst, and […]
July 2021 Bloomington Normal NV Issue
