Archive for Featured
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September Calendar of Events
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Learn about signs and symptoms, stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, ... www.alz.org 1.800.272.3900 local address and phone # - 736 Federa...
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Not the Same Old Song and Dance
By Devon White Augustana College student intern Child Abuse Council Cultural Experiences in the QCA for You and the “Kids” Routine life of eating at the same booth, listening to your song, and doing the same old dance are easy to fall into. Older folks generally go about their routines ...
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Caring for Lawns During Drought Conditions
David Minner Iowa State University Extension Scott County As of mid-July, most non-irrigated turf in Iowa is either dormant (brown from lack of water) or well on its way to summer dormancy. Thirteen percent of the counties in Iowa are classified as in severe drought conditions, 66 percent are c...
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August Calendar of Events
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Learn about signs and symptoms, stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, ... www.alz.org 1.800.272.3900 local address and phone # - 736 Federa...
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Summer Fun That Won’t Break the Bank
By Jenna Orabutt Augustana College student intern Child Abuse Council Growing up, my family was always very cost conscious, so when summer rolled around, my mom was always looking for cheaper alternatives to the traditional pricey ones. One of my favorite summertime activities was the weekly dr...
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Dehydration for Seniors
By Bob Morrison Development Director of Ridgecrest Village Summertime is great for outdoor activities. It is a great time to enjoy parks, walking paths, working in the yard, and joining others in outdoor fun. However, being out in the heat can also have devastating health effects from the sun...
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July Calendar of Events
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Learn about signs and symptoms, stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, ... www.alz.org 1.800.272.3900 local address and phone # - 736 Federal...
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Meet Roma Taylor
Honorary Survivor Chair for the 2012 Susan G. Komen Quad-Cities Race for the Cure As a nurse and oldest girl from a family of 13 kids, Davenport’s Roma Taylor is the big sister that her siblings turn to when they had troubles. In May of 2003, at the age of 47, Roma went in for her routine...
