Archive for November, 2011
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Social Security Announces 3.6 Percent Benefit Increase for 2012
Cost-of-Living Adjustment is First Since 2009 Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 60 million Americans will increase 3.6 percent in 2012, the Social Security Administration has announced. The 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begi...
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A Time for Thanksgiving
By Eloise Graham In all things be thankful. I remember my parents instilling that idea in me when I was little. It comes from The Good Book, 1 Thessalonians 5:18 to be exact. I had to look it up! I thought about the early settlers of our country. They gave thanks for all things, and they did...
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Yard and Garden: Fall Lawn Care
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Extension Scott County As lawn mowing comes to an end, it is a good time to perform other lawn maintenance. Iowa State University Extension horticulturists address fall lawn care. To have additional lawn questions answered, contact them anytime at hortlin...
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Intouch Offers Help Navigating the Maze of Home Care Choices
By Pam Berenger Community Liason Intouch Adult Day Care and Home Care Services "Home care" is a simple phrase that can turn into a complex and diverse maze when individuals begin weaving their way through the vast array of services and service providers available for seniors and people with di...
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Yard and Garden: Blooms at Christmas
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Extension Scott County Several popular potted plants will bloom, if cared for properly, during the Christmas season. Iowa State University Extension horticulturists explain the steps to take from early October through November to ensure blooms in December...
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Yard and Garden: Over-wintering Bulbs
By Richard Jauron Iowa State University Extension Scott County Perennials such as tuberous begonias, gladioli, cannas and dahlias are an integral part of many home landscapes. They put on excellent displays of color until a killing frost. Unfortunately, they will not survive our harsh winter we...
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Calendar of Events – November 2011
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association Please call Jerry Schroeder at (563) 324-1022 or 800-272-3900 for more information about programs. QC Breast Cancer Support Group (Iowa): First Tuesday of each month, from noon to 1 pm, Trinity at Terrace Park, 450...
