Keep Your Dollars Local and Help the Community
By Dave Molleck Today, unlike 20 years ago, we have options for shopping like never before. With just a few clicks of a computer keyboard or smart phone we find ourselves shopping across the globe for the best deal possible. But, what if it really isn’t the deal in the long run? Yes, sometimes […]
“Her First 100 Years”
By Sandra Dempsey Post Longevity can be inherited, based on one’s family, health, good luck, and myriad other details. Physicians tell us there are steps we can take, and a healthy lifestyle to follow that can help us increase the amount of time we spend on planet earth. Others believe we don’t have much […]
Independence Village—New Again
By Alexander Germanis This can be a magical time of year—a time when traditions are honored, memories are made, and many things from the past are brought out to receive new life. Whether it’s through the hanging of Christmas decorations or handing down a treasured heirloom, the timeless saying “what once was old is […]
December 2022 Peoria NV Issue
Why a Good Memory Care Program Can Be the Perfect Solution
Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center Staff Are Specially Trained In a memory care residence, the staff-to-resident ratio is typically higher than in other types of senior living. On top of this, staff are specifically trained to understand the disease process and to meet the special needs of people with dementia. For […]
Shopping Small Businesses
By Faye Andris December is that time of the year when we automatically start to think about the holidays. It is an exciting time of year and much of that excitement revolves around shopping for special gifts for our family and friends. It is also a great opportunity to support some small businesses in […]
The Baby Fold: A Beacon of Hope Since 1902
By Sam Guillory and Claire Wagner, The Baby Fold More than 2,000 years ago, weary men faithfully followed a bright star on a long treacherous journey. The star guided their path, lighting the way until they finally reached their destination. The Start of Bethlehem shined bright, leading the wise men to worship the birth […]
Digital Screens Wreak Havoc on the Eyes: So Know How To Protect Your Vision
By Kimberly Blaker In today’s digital world, the amount of time many of us spend plugged in can be a real problem. We may recognize it’s sedentary, isolating, and even affects our attention spans. But digital screens also cause eye damage and vision problems. One of these problems, computer vision syndrome, is also known […]
December 2022 BN NV
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