Your Retirement Income Checkup
7 Questions to Start 2026 Submitted by Tim Whisler, CRPC®, CLTC® Certified Financial Fiduciary® Retirement Income Planner at The Whisler Agency, Peoria IL. January is a natural reset. Calendars are replaced, resolutions are set, and we take a moment to look at the year ahead. Your retirement income plan deserves the same attention. Tax […]
The Joy of January Hobbies
January often gets a reputation for being cold, quiet, and a little bit dreary—but it can also be one of the most comforting, creative, and joy-filled months of the year. After the busy holiday season fades, the first month of the new year gives us something we seldom make enough time for: peaceful moments to […]
Hearty Ways to Warm Up Winter
Coming inside from a cold day calls for moments spent under a blanket, around a warm fire, and curled up with a hot bowl of delicious, comforting food. From chili to pasta, your winter menu is sure to feature filling dishes that warm you and your loved ones from the inside out. For example, you […]
You Are Recognized at Hopedale Commons Assisted Living
By Alexander Germanis As sad as it may seem, many of us feel barely noticed as we pass through life. Often, we feel as if we’re seen only as a number – our names meaningless, our faces forgettable, and our personalities inconsequential. When someone enters their senior years, that feeling can often be compounded, […]
Small Bites, Big Seasonal Flavor
With all the work ahead on magnificent main courses, stunning sides, and decadent desserts, there’s one element of the holiday meal that should remain easy and effortless: the appetizer table. However, “easy” doesn’t have to mean “plain.” Start the celebration with delicious hors d’oeuvres like Bacon Jalapeno Popper Cheeseballs with just the right amount of […]
Finding Warmth and Wellness With Indoor Activities
By Jim Lovell, Snyder Village Marketing/Communications Director When the chill of winter settles in and outdoor activities become less appealing, it’s more important than ever to stay active and engaged indoors. For older adults, maintaining physical movement, mental stimulation, and social connection throughout the colder months can make a world of difference for both […]
Dedication in Motion: The Remarkable Journey of Dr. Teresa Fraser
By Robert Schwander, Owner, Fitness Counseling, Inc. Another summer has come and gone, and once again December has arrived. It is a wonderful time of the year, Christmas and holidays alike will be celebrated around the world. This December 2025, within this article, I will be celebrating with you a very special, warmhearted and […]
Christmas Then & Now
How Our Traditions Have Changed and What Still Matters Most The scent of pine needles, the crackle of the record player spinning Bing Crosby’s White Christmas, and the sound of laughter spilling from the kitchen — for many who grew up in the 1940s and 1950s, those memories define what Christmas felt like. It […]
Trudy’s Triumph: From Reluctant Beginner to Lifelong Fitness Champion
By Robert Schwander, Owner, Fitness Counseling, Inc. This month’s article is a follow-up article on a wonderful client whom I have had the privilege to assist on her fitness journey since 2003. Trudy Faries was born in Peoria, Illinois, and grew up in East Peoria. Trudy went to East Peoria High School; thereafter, she […]
Quilts of Valor
HONORING OUR SERVICE MEMBERS AND VETERANS! By Rita Latour November is the month that we celebrate and honor our veterans, so it is a perfect time to talk about the Quilts of Valor Foundation and the remarkable healing, and comfort provided through the gift of a quilt. This organization was established in 2003 […]