Archive for Community
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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...
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Ridgecrest Village Marks 45th Anniversary
By Bob Morrison Development Director of Ridgecrest Village This year marks the 45th Anniversary for Ridgecrest Village. Dr. John Koning’s dream came true. While John was a pastor at Newcomb Presbyterian Church, he began with a vision to provide a nice home for the aged. He opened the doors i...
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Change in the Seasons
By Roger Brann Administrator Bettendorf Health Care I arrived at Bettendorf Health Care Center just as the seasons were beginning to change. I am not alone when I say that fall is my favorite time of year to live in the Midwest. I have lived in the Midwest all my life and have lived in the Q...
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Caution: School is in Session – NEWS FOR YOU… from the Iowa D.O.T.
By Debra Carney Driver License Supervisor Office of Driver Services Davenport, IA The summer season has come to a close, and school children everywhere are back in the classroom. Stay alert for increased two and four wheel traffic, including bicycles, mopeds and automobiles, as well as pede...
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When is a “town home” not a town home?
By Dan Dolan Dan Dolan Homes When is a “town home” not a town home, and what do you call a “town home” that is a standalone home? And what’s a villa? Virtually every weekend during my open houses someone asks me about the difference between a town home, villa, condo, zero lot li...
