Archive for Community
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Notes from Triad
The Makeup of Triad Triad is a national community policing initiative wherein law enforcement professionals, seniors, and community groups partner to meet the crime-safety needs of seniors. Triad has only two goals: To reduce crimes against the elderly, and To reduce the unwarranted fear...
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Care Coordination for Aging and Disability Populations
By Peggy Dykes Community Relations Director Milestone’s Area Agency on Aging Milestones Area Agency on Aging is now offering expanded services to the aging and disability populations who are not currently receiving Iowa Medicaid benefits. These expanded services will help individuals requiring ...
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Fair Time
By John & Joan Maxwell Cinnamon Ridge Farms As the corn grows taller and July speeds by, many of us in Eastern Iowa begin to prepare for what’s just around the corner: August and the Mississippi Valley Fair. Many look ahead to grandstand shows, twirly rides, and funnel cake. But, for us i...
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Money Management Program
By Alyssa Dominacki Alternatives for the Older Adult Business Development Coordinator Setting the path toward financial independence and freedom Managing monthly finances can be a daunting task for an aging individual. Though there are many available resources, finding the right professional who...
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Buffalo Bill Museum presents Historic Homes & Sites Guidebook to LeClaire Visitors
Information from: Buffalo Bill Museum, 199 N Front Street LeClaire, Iowa 52753 Explore History! The Buffalo Bill Museum is proud to present a Historic Sites & Homes of LeClaire, IA Guidebook. The 12 page booklet highlights 15 historic homes, riverboat pilots, town history and other hist...
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Beef as a Family Food
By Krystle Hergert, RD, LDN Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 681-9984 khergert@hy-vee.com As one of the first foods introduced to infants (starting at six months), beef provides the nutrients babies need to set the stage for successful development and lifelong health. Make sure to incorporate b...
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Max’s Musings
By Max Molleston My job on these monthly columns/essays has always been to “spell out” poets and their poems. This month and next (September) it will be my pleasure to bring to you Quad City based poets I have known and appreciated for decades. First, and not in any preferential posting is The ...
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Rehabilitation is Easier at Friendship Manor
Information from Friendship Manor Rehabilitation is extremely important after having surgery to help ensure proper healing and a successful return to your daily activities. Prior to having elective surgery, you may be wondering how you’ll find transportation to therapy if you don’t drive, whe...
