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  • YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | West / Mid-West Region YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | West / Mid-West Region

    Social Security Continues to Provide Ways for the Public to Request Accommodations and File Civil Rights (Program Discrimination) Complaints The Social Security Administration (SSA) is committed to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to access its programs, activities, and facilities, regard...

  • Staying Active: How Exercise Boosts Independence for Older Adults Staying Active: How Exercise Boosts Independence for Older Adults

    By Milestones Area Agency on Aging Physical activity is a cornerstone of independence for older Americans. Only 23.1% of adults aged 65+ meet federal guidelines for aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercises, yet staying active reduces fall risks and manages chronic conditions like arthritis or d...

  • July Flashback Tribute July Flashback Tribute

    By Eloise Graham Please enjoy a reprint of a July 2009 column by Jim Graham, the second owner of 50+ Lifestyles. In his column, Jim wrote about his love of the Fourth of July and his love for the freedoms we have in America. Eloise Fourth of July! It’s one I remember from when I was a kid. B...

  • Summer Celebrations Summer Celebrations

    By Cyndi Koenes Regional Marketing & Sales Director Park Vista - North Hill Park Vista - Camanche Summer is the time for family reunions, ice cream, lightning bugs and trips to the community pool.  The libraries hold their summer reading programs, and the parks are brimming with childre...

  • Intermittent Fasting: A Registered Dietitian’s Perspective Intermittent Fasting: A Registered Dietitian’s Perspective

    By Kaitlyn Milligan Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 695-3291     Kaitlyn.Milligan@hy-vee.com Intermittent fasting, a dietary approach that has gained popularity, is being hailed for its potential health and weight loss benefits. As Hy-Vee dietitians, we know eating isn’t one-size-fits-all...

  • The Psychology of Letting Go: Helping Seniors Declutter with Compassion The Psychology of Letting Go: Helping Seniors Declutter with Compassion

    By Korinne Masse Perfectly Organized As people age, the idea of downsizing can bring more than just logistical challenges—it often stirs deep emotional currents tied to memory, identity, and loss. For many seniors, the belongings in their homes represent decades of lived experiences, cherished m...

  • The Color Green The Color Green

    By Mary Schricker Gemberling “Nature always wears the color of the spirit”              ... Ralph Waldo Emerson What a beautiful 70 degree summer morning! As I sit here enjoying my coffee on the screen porch, I watch the birds flitter around the feeders and marvel at the blooming bushe...

  • Ask the Audiologist Ask the Audiologist

    How is hearing loss diagnosed? By Ali Wright, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. Hearing loss can affect people across the lifespan, with many different causes ranging from age-related hearing loss, genetic factors, noise exposure, illness, or injury. Early detection is important for improving qua...