How Much Do You Charge for a Simple Will?
By Tim Kirk, Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen We often hear this easy question. We believe it is impossible to give an easy answer. Lawyers don't sell products. We sell time, knowledge, and solutions. Our job is to help you achieve your planning goals. Before we can do that, we have to take the time […]
The Power of Your Voice
How Peoria’s Seniors Are Shaping Their Future By Peggy Jacques On July 28th, something remarkable happened at the Peoria Township Board of Trustees meeting. Around 30 community members filed into the room, united by a shared vision. Four of us took to the podium to advocate for our community’s older adults. When the trustees voted, […]
Evan’s Race
By Janie Beharelle, 50 Plus N&V Reader As a high school Special Education teacher for over twenty-five years, my daughter has faced many challenges. She has taught children with Downs Syndrome, behavioral problems, Autism, and a host of other disabilities. Fortunately, she truly loves her job and enjoys the reward of helping these teenagers with […]
Proctor Place — The Era of the Super Senior
By Alexander Germanis Nothing will stop the turning of the globe or interrupt its path around the sun. Time marches on no matter how much we may wish it to stand still. In short, we all age. For centuries, aging—specifically entering the senior years—has been synonymous with slowing down both physically and mentally. But there […]
Paying for Retirement Community Care
Understanding Your Options Before You Need Them (Part 7 of an Ongoing Series) One of the most common questions families ask when exploring retirement communities is simple but important: How do we pay for this? The answer depends on the type of care needed, personal finances, and available programs or benefits. Unfortunately, many people don’t […]
Stay Curious, Stay Connected
How a Sense of Wonder Can Enrich Our Relationships, Our Communities, and Our Everyday Lives There is a quiet difference between simply moving through life and truly experiencing it. Most of us have become very good at the first one. We know our routines. We know the roads we travel, the stores we visit, the […]
Decadent Sticky Rice Recipes for Dessert
Although many people associate rice with savory dishes, this staple grain can actually level up your dessert game too. Cultures from around the world have invented a variety of creative ways to turn the sticky rice in your pantry into treats you can whip up when you’re on the prowl for something sweet. Sticky rice, […]
The Joy of Becoming a Beginner Again
Rediscovering Wonder, Curiosity, and the Freedom to Keep Learning Every August, something familiar happens across Central Illinois. School buses return to neighborhood streets. Store aisles fill with backpacks, notebooks, and school supplies. Parents and grandparents watch children prepare for another year of learning, and there is an unmistakable excitement that comes with a fresh start. […]
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. […]