Archive for Health & Wellness
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Ask the Audiologist
By Emily Steffel, Au.D., CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C. The Trouble with PSAP’s – (Personal Sound Amplification Products) Recently there has been some commotion surrounding potential FDA approval of a ‘new’ kind of hearing aid: over the counter (OTC) amplification. It may surprise pe...
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High Costs of Healthcare Increase for Medicare Folks
By Richard J. Schillig, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF Independent Insurance and Financial Advisor When we visit with prospective clients aging into Medicare my first comments are “congratulations!!” The disgruntled response I normally receive is “Congratulation for what?” Congratulations is in order b...
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Calendar of Events – August 2017
Support Groups and Informational Seminars Quad Cities Alzheimer’s Association – Are you or someone you know a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s? Free educational classes are being offered for people with dementia, their families, and those who professionally serve them. Get support from ...
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Ella’s Kitchen
August – and the summer is coming to an end, but not the bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Enjoy the produce of the summer garden. -Ella Lemon Zucchini Cake 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar 6 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 eggs, at room temperature ...
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Your Advocacy
By Jamie Long The “Passionte Patient Advocate” GolderCare Solutions and Jamieson Long & Associates You Owe It To Mom “You OWE it to your family,” the commercial insists. “Owe what?” you might ask. The commercial provides us with the answer in no uncertain terms. It urges anyone...
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The Value of a CASI Membership
By Samantha Meier Assistant Director of Marketing Center for Active Seniors, Inc. (CASI) CASI’s (Center for Active Seniors, Inc.) commitment to creating a world where seniors can age successfully was honored last year when CASI became only the SECOND nationally accredited Senior Center in the s...
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Care Coordination for Aging and Disability Populations
By Peggy Dykes Community Relations Director Milestone’s Area Agency on Aging Milestones Area Agency on Aging is now offering expanded services to the aging and disability populations who are not currently receiving Iowa Medicaid benefits. These expanded services will help individuals requiring ...
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Beef as a Family Food
By Krystle Hergert, RD, LDN Hy-Vee Registered Dietician (515) 681-9984 khergert@hy-vee.com As one of the first foods introduced to infants (starting at six months), beef provides the nutrients babies need to set the stage for successful development and lifelong health. Make sure to incorporate b...
