Archive for Health & Wellness
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Ask the Audiologist
How to Support Loved Ones with Hearing Loss By Laura Schroder, Au.D. Audiology Consultants, P.C. Supporting a loved one with a hearing loss can be challenging, but with patience, understanding, and a few practical adjustments, you can make a significant difference in their experience as well as...
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Aging Well from Within: How Nutrition and Gut Health Support Longevity
By Kaitlyn Milligan Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 695-3291 Kaitlyn.Milligan@hy-vee.com As we journey through life, our nutritional needs evolve. They’re shaped by changes in metabolism, lifestyle adjustments and age-related health conditions. Supporting our health becomes more compl...
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What Exactly Is Respite Care?
By Cyndi Koenes Regional Marketing & Sales Director Park Vista - North Hill Park Vista - Camanche Have you heard the term respite care and wondered what it meant and if it would ever be something you or a loved one might need? Respite care is a service you can use if you are recovering f...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
