It’s Time for Cozy, Flannel Quilts!
By Rita Latour Nothing comforts me on a cold night more than a flannel quilt. The flannel designs and patterns available now are so much more vibrant than ever before. Fabric manufacturers are showing flannel in a variety of pre-cuts and panels as well as yardage. Truly, it’s like going to the candy store and […]
Are You Age 70 or Older & Not Yet Receiving Benefits?
By Greg Bieller, Social Security District Manager in Peoria, IL Retirement is not one-size-fits-all. It can mean different things to different people. Perhaps you have not applied for Social Security retirement benefits because you’re still working or are delaying applying so you can get the higher benefit. If you’re age 70 or older, you […]
7 Must-Have Items for those Aging in Place
Submitted by ADA Total Access, Inc. Here are seven items that every senior citizen should have in their homes to comfortably and safely age in place. Smart Medication Dispensers Medication dispensers have gone beyond the weekly containers we’ve all seen for years. There is a wide array of products and apps on the […]
No Place Like It – Victory Home Care Services
By Alexander Germanis When Dorothy Gale clicked her ruby slipper-shod heels together three times, she expressed a sentiment to which nearly everyone can relate: There’s no place like home. For most people, home is a place of memories, warmth, and comfort, and the longer one calls a place home, the harder it can be […]
The Perfect Summertime Pie
Summer is the time to relax, refresh, and indulge in sweet and heavenly treats. While you’re lounging on the patio, enjoy a cool, creamy, and absolutely divine dessert that’s perfect on a hot day. This luscious Coconut Key Lime Cream Pie has a smooth texture with toasted shredded coconut on top. It’s sweet, but not […]
GEMS of the Prairie Quilters
What do you think when you hear the word “Quilt”? Think again. Today, the magic of fabric art includes modern art and collage quilting. As quilters we will forever honor the tradition of quilting, both machine and hand quilting, handed down through the generations. But these are not your granny’s quilts! Yes, most of us […]
Do You Have the Right Fiduciary?
By Tim Kirk, Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen When creating an estate plan, an important decision is who to name as your fiduciary. A fiduciary is a fancy legal term for the person who will take care of your property for you if you are unable to do it yourself, such as an agent […]
In Motion
By Alexander Germanis From our very first days on earth, we are encouraged to be active. From infancy to adulthood, the physical benefits of being active are drilled into our minds by parents, teachers, and doctors alike. Building muscle, strengthening bones, and keeping the circulatory system clear are all crucial to living long, healthy lives, […]
Always on the Move
By Alexander Germanis Life never stops flowing. It has a way of moving along and we can choose to be rigid and let it pass us by or be open and active and be carried along with it. For seniors, retiring does not mean it is time to stop moving with life; to the contrary, […]
When Bug Bites Turn Serious
Information from OSF HealthCare Warmer temperatures bring the return of pesky insects, especially at dusk. Experts say while most bug bites are not serious, there are times when you need to see a healthcare provider immediately. Most Bites Can Be Treated Quickly Andrew Zasada, MD, an internal medicine physician at OSF HealthCare, says treatment […]
