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  • Iowa Department on Aging Searches for Centenarians Iowa Department on Aging Searches for Centenarians

    By Donna K. Harvey Director, Iowa Department on Aging Iowans age 100 and above will be honored at the 2013 Centenarian Honors Celebration at the Science Center of Iowa October 4, 2013. Any Iowan born in 1913, or before and not yet on the Iowa Centenarian Registry, qualifies for this milestone r...

  • When is a “town home” not a town home? When is a “town home” not a town home?

    By Dan Dolan Dan Dolan Homes When is a “town home” not a town home, and what do you call a “town home” that is a standalone home? And what’s a villa? Virtually every weekend during my open houses someone asks me about the difference between a town home, villa, condo, zero lot li...

  • Leaving Your Kids Home Alone Leaving Your Kids Home Alone

    By Rondi Doyle Director of Community Relations Child Abuse Council Leaving your kids home alone is a significant milestone: it shows that your child is old enough and mature enough to behave properly and handle any mishaps. But, it’s dangerous to leave your kids alone too early. H...

  • Social Security Unveils New Home Page

    Social Security Unveils New Home Page at www.socialsecurity.gov New Look Makes Finding Popular Services Even Easier By Jack Myers Public Affairs Specialist, Area 08 Springfield, IL Michael J. Astrue, Commissioner of Social Security, hasunveiled the agency’s newly redesigned home page at...

  • Your Social Security + CELEBRATING 75 YEARS (special guest column) Your Social Security + CELEBRATING 75 YEARS (special guest column)

    By Christina Vital Manager Rock Island Social Security office PAYMENTS ARRIVE WITH DIRECT DEPOSIT, NO MATTER WHAT These days, almost everyone gets their benefit payment by direct deposit. Whether you receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you can depend on...

  • When is a “town home” not a town home? When is a “town home” not a town home?

    By Dan Dolan Dan Dolan Homes When is a “town home” not a town home and what do you call a “town home” that is a stand-alone home? And what’s a villa? Virtually every weekend during my open houses someone asks me about the difference between a town home, villa, condo, zero lot line...

  • Your Social Security

    by Sharice L. Edwards Social Security Acting District Manager, Davenport Iowa BECOMING A PAYEE MAY BE THE BEST WAY TO HELP If a loved one, friend or neighbor receives Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits but is no longer physically or mentally able to take care of hi...

  • Coping with Memory Problems

    By Courtyard Estates of Walcott Often we put off decisions that involve facing difficult truths. We are not doing ourselves or our loved ones any favors by not facing our fears and handling tough issues. By planning ahead we provide peace of mind for those closest to us. Assisting a loved one ...