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  • YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | West / Mid-West Region YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY | West / Mid-West Region

    Social Security Continues to Provide Ways for the Public to Request Accommodations and File Civil Rights (Program Discrimination) Complaints The Social Security Administration (SSA) is committed to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to access its programs, activities, and facilities, regard...

  • Buffett Takes a Bow: 7 Lessons from an Iconic Investor Buffett Takes a Bow: 7 Lessons from an Iconic Investor

    ... seven important financial lessons to be gleaned from a selection of  Warren Buffett's notable quotes. By Craig Schillig, FSCP, LUTCF Independent Insurance and Financial Advisor At the age of 94, Warren Buffett recently announced his retirement as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, the massive holdin...

  • Staying Active: How Exercise Boosts Independence for Older Adults 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...

  • A Pause for Poetry A Pause for Poetry

    By Gary Heath Poet in Residence for 50+ Lifestyles.       Tranquility to All Beckons now the gilded halcyon, Rising from the bright new dawn. The sun ascends now upon us, Lights a bright new compass, Guides us to the well-lit horizon, Unfolding brightly in the dawn. ...

  • July Flashback Tribute July Flashback Tribute

    By Eloise Graham Please enjoy a reprint of a July 2009 column by Jim Graham, the second owner of 50+ Lifestyles. In his column, Jim wrote about his love of the Fourth of July and his love for the freedoms we have in America. Eloise Fourth of July! It’s one I remember from when I was a kid. B...

  • Summer Celebrations 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...

  • Intermittent Fasting: A Registered Dietitian’s Perspective 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...

  • The Psychology of Letting Go: Helping Seniors Declutter with Compassion 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...