Archive for Health & Wellness
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Mother’s Wise Words
By Mary Schricker Gemberling “God could not be everywhere, and therefore he made mothers.” ... Rudyard Kipling My mom and dad were married 50+ years and enjoyed a wonderful retirement in my childhood home in Missouri and their condo in Florida....
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How to Garden for Pollinators and Beneficial Insects
By Laura Iles Iowa State University Extension How to help pollinators One of the many benefits of gardening is the opportunity to provide resources for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. Luckily, there are some simple steps every gardener can take that help these beneficial inse...
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Milestones Mealsites Schedule May 2025
All meal inquiries call 1-855-410-6222 Cancellations ONLY call 563-484-3108 Mealsites are now open. Please call for required reservations 1-2 days in advance. Contact your Community Café or call 563-484-3108 Site listings: Cumberland House 332-9339, Edgewater on Third 484-3108, Eldridge 285-0...
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Ask the Audiologist
Beyond the Hearing Aid: The Importance of Regular Hearing Tests By Kevin Kock, Au.D., MPH, CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. As a licensed audiologist, I regularly see patients for hearing tests. These evaluations are essential for accurately assessing your hearing and monitoring any changes ov...
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Do You Need Disability Income Insurance
By Craig Schillig, FSCP, LUTCF Independent Insurance and Financial Advisor People ordinarily buy property and casualty insurance to protect their possessions (houses, cars, and furniture) and life insurance to provide income for their survivors. However, many people don't think about protecting th...
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Aging and You
Considerations When Choosing Assisted Living By Julie Arndt Marketing Director at Ridgecrest Village Most people do not give a lot of thought about what goes into making a decision about assisted living until they actually need care. If you are seeking the best value to match your needs and t...
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Your Advocacy Connection
We Solve Long-Term Care Problems Happy Spring By Gail Glockhoff-Long GolderCare Solutions Benefits Advocate Spring is here. When I was growing up we celebrated May Day by making little craft paper baskets and filling them with wild flowers and delivering them to neighbors. It was a great excu...
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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...
