Archive for Family

  • Aging and You Aging and You

    Best Wishes to Sergeant DeWitt as He Serves Our Country By Julie Arndt Marketing Director at Ridgecrest Village [caption id="attachment_15963" align="alignleft" width="200"] Sergeant DeWitt addressing residents at Ridgecrest Village.[/caption] Anthony DeWitt, Enrichment Coordinator at Oakw...

  • Why Men’s Health Matters: The Role of Fathers in Family Health Why Men’s Health Matters: The Role of Fathers in Family Health

    By Kaitlyn Milligan Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 695-3291     Kaitlyn.Milligan@hy-vee.com Father figures deserve tremendous credit for the countless contributions to their families. Their health and lifestyle choices notably impact the overall well-being of their families. They also play...

  • Just Saying... Just Saying…

    Reliving the Junes of Days Past By Q.C. Jones I don’t know about you, but for your pal QC Jones, June has always marked the official launch of summer. It didn’t sneak in with a whisper or tiptoe like spring. No, sir, June barged in like a sunburned uncle with a boombox and no interest in stayi...

  • Kari’s Kitchen Kari’s Kitchen

      Strawberry Shortcake BISCUITS Ingredients: 2 3/4 cups (345 g) all-purpose flour, plus extra for hands and work surface* 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar 4 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt (I recommend fine sea salt) ...

  • Flip the Script on Aging: Celebrate, Challenge, Connect Flip the Script on Aging: Celebrate, Challenge, Connect

    By Milestones Agency on Aging Each May, Older Americans Month invites us to recognize the impact older adults have in our communities. This year’s theme, “Flip the Script on Aging,” encourages us to rethink outdated ideas and see aging for what it truly is—a time of purpose, growth, and c...

  • YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | Davenport, Iowa Office YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | Davenport, Iowa Office

    By Pam Shaw Social Security District Manager Davenport Social Security Office (855) 420-8556   Mon.-Fri. 9 am - 4 PM QUESTION AND ANSWER Question: I'm expecting a baby this June. What do I need to do to get a Social Security number (SSN) for my baby? Answer: The easiest way to apply for ...

  • YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | Rock Island, Illinois Office YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | Rock Island, Illinois Office

    By Cristina Vital  Social Security Manager Rock Island Social Security Office (866) 414-9166   Mon.-Fri. 9 am - 4 PM QUESTION AND ANSWER Question: I have been getting Social Security disability benefits for many years. I’m about to hit my full retirement age. What will happen to my disabi...

  • Kari’s Kitchen Kari’s Kitchen

      Best Steak Marinade Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 3 tablespoons dried basil 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder 1 1/2 tablespoonsdried parsley flakes 1 teaspoon ground white pepper 1 t...