Posts Tagged Grandchildren

  • Ever Wonder? Ever Wonder?

    By Kathryn Graver Community Education Coordinator Child Abuse Council Ever wonder what your children and grandchildren are doing on their cell phone or computer for hours? If you have never texted or looked at a Facebook page, take some time with someone who has and let them help you be...

  • Mission to Haiti Mission to Haiti

    In the midst of utter chaos and destruction Jesus saves and rescues. My name is Judy Rands, and I have been married to my husband, Bill, for 31 years. We have 8 grown children and 21 grandchildren. We are members of Bettendorf Christian Church where I am involved with several different groups teachi...

  • Simplifying the Holiday Season Simplifying the Holiday Season

    By Kathryn Graver Community Education Coordinator Child Abuse Council Once again, the hectic holiday season is approaching. The season is meant to be a time of fun, family, and relaxation; however too often it becomes stressful. This year, everyone needs to consider simplifying the crazines...

  • Long Distance Grandchildren

    By Trish Burnett Long distance relationships with grandchildren can be difficult; but there are ways to build a special relationship in spite of the distance. Try some of these simple ideas for building a stronger relationship with your grandchildren. Technology – Visit your favorite elect...

  • YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY

    by Sharice L. Edwards Social Security Acting District Manager, Davenport Iowa RETIRED WITH CHILDREN? The idea of someone being “retired with children” may seem like the seed of another television sit-com or reality show. But the fact is that it’s becoming more and more common for older...

  • Reverse Mortgage Reverse Mortgage

    How a reverse mortgage can keep you from running out of “rent money” while enjoying comfortable senior housing. By Dan Dolan Dan Dolan Homes In light of the economic turmoil of recent months, I have received many more inquiries from seniors trying to evaluate their independent living opt...

  • Win FREE Passes to Niabi Zoo

    Our friends at Niabi Zoo have given 50+ a summer surprise. They have provided passes to give away for the months of July and August. What a great way to build memories with your grandchildren! For these two months, Ella has put in a second word game that will be animal themed. Four winners of this g...

  • Are We Having Fun Yet? Summer Fun with the Grandchildren. Are We Having Fun Yet? Summer Fun with the Grandchildren.

    By: Kathryn Graver Community Education Coordinator Child Abuse Council Are you the caregiver of choice this summer? Did you volunteer to help out with your grandchildren this summer while your adult children work? At first it sounded like a great idea, but now as the dog days of summer appro...