Archive for May, 2011

  • Go Mediterranean in May Go Mediterranean in May

    By Janet Macon, M/S., R.D., L.D. HyVee Registered Dietician Davenport, IA (563) 324-9948 Most Americans have heard of the Mediterranean Diet. It is well-established that eating foods common in the Mediterranean region promotes a healthy weight and reduces the risk of various chronic d...

  • Creating a Peaceful Estate Plan Creating a Peaceful Estate Plan

    By Curt Ford Nash Nash Bean & Ford Carol always settled her children’s disputes – from tiffs over toys when they were young to more recent quarrels over who would hold the power of attorney as Carol aged. So it was no surprise when her children went to war over her estate following her ...

  • Ask the Audiologist Ask the Audiologist

    By Margaret Christiansen, AU.D, CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. I can hear people, but it sounds like everyone is mumbling. What is going on? This comment is actually pretty common among individuals who have high frequency hearing loss. It is most common for hearing loss to initially pres...

  • The Bad News Day The Bad News Day

    By Mary Schricker Realtor - Ruhl & Ruhl Real Estate “My journey began in February 2007, while on my way home from a vacation. A neighbor of my mother called and reported that she had taken my mom to the emergency room with a migraine headache. I assumed that my mom would be given medication...

  • Re-Introducing “Choices” Re-Introducing “Choices”

    By Richard J. Schillig, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF Independent Insurance and Financial Advisor Earlier this year, we re-introduced our “Choices” workshops for our clients and potential clients. See our ad below promoting the June 7 and 9 evenings at Bennigans in Bettendorf. These workshops are in...

  • “American Pickers Weekend” June 4-5 in LeClaire, Iowa

    Meet and Greet the "American Pickers" at several events throughout the weekend! All events are free to the public. Register to have lunch with one of the Pickers at www.visitleclaire.com Tentative Schedule Of Events:* Saturday June 4 Classic Car Show, Flea Market, Garage Sales, Great Food, ...

  • On the Go With Joe Hutter On the Go With Joe Hutter

    Seniors And Law Enforcement Together (SALT) By Joe Hutter In the past, this column mentioned many times about watching your money and who you give it to. Recently over $2 million was stolen from three banks through wire transfer of money. Again, NEVER give your personal information over ...

  • Understanding a Nursing Home Care Plan – Part 2 Understanding a Nursing Home Care Plan – Part 2

    By Deb Toal GolderCare Solutions Your Advocacy Connection - Offering Comprehensive Care and Financial Advocacy Last month, our article focused on nursing home care plans. We defined what a care plan is, the function of care plans and the importance of the resident and their family’s involv...