Fall Vibes With Medicare’s Annual Open Enrollment Period
Submitted by Annette Morrison, M.S., CRS-A/D As the leaves turn brilliant orange, red, and yellow all across Illinois, Senior Health Insurance Counselors (SHIP) are refreshing their knowledge of Medicare rules and regulations. They are rolling out the appointment books, stocking the brochure racks, and brushing up on their Plan Finder skills over the internet, […]
Person-Centered Care
By Alexander Germanis The opportunity of looking for a new place to call home should be one that brings happiness and a sense of accomplishment. However, when it comes as an abrupt change in a person’s life such as moving to an assisted living community, it may feel more overwhelming than exciting. The team […]
It’s Time for Cozy, Flannel Quilts!
By Rita Latour Nothing comforts me on a cold night more than a flannel quilt. The flannel designs and patterns available now are so much more vibrant than ever before. Fabric manufacturers are showing flannel in a variety of pre-cuts and panels as well as yardage. Truly, it’s like going to the candy store and […]
Are You Age 70 or Older & Not Yet Receiving Benefits?
By Greg Bieller, Social Security District Manager in Peoria, IL Retirement is not one-size-fits-all. It can mean different things to different people. Perhaps you have not applied for Social Security retirement benefits because you’re still working or are delaying applying so you can get the higher benefit. If you’re age 70 or older, you […]
7 Must-Have Items for those Aging in Place
Submitted by ADA Total Access, Inc. Here are seven items that every senior citizen should have in their homes to comfortably and safely age in place. Smart Medication Dispensers Medication dispensers have gone beyond the weekly containers we’ve all seen for years. There is a wide array of products and apps on the […]
No Place Like It – Victory Home Care Services
By Alexander Germanis When Dorothy Gale clicked her ruby slipper-shod heels together three times, she expressed a sentiment to which nearly everyone can relate: There’s no place like home. For most people, home is a place of memories, warmth, and comfort, and the longer one calls a place home, the harder it can be […]
Discover Fun, Friendship, and Learning at Miller Park Adult Center!
The Miller Park Adult Center is a warm and inviting space where older adults (55+) can come together, make new friends, and participate in a wide array of engaging activities and recreational opportunities. Whether you’re looking to learn a new game, tackle a challenging puzzle, dive into a good book, or engage in some friendly […]
Senior-Friendly Activities in Our Area
Submitted by Evergreen Place & Evergreen Village If you’re new to the Normal community or simply curious about what it has to offer your senior, get ready for some good news! There are abundant fun things to try, interesting places to visit, and friendly residents to greet. Your loved one will feel welcome and […]
Normal Township’s ARC Buzzing With Opportunity to Get Active in 2023 & Beyond
The Normal Township Activity & Recreation Center (ARC) team has much to celebrate this National Senior Center Month as we look back on a year full of success in growing many of ARC’s longstanding programs and providing new opportunities for local older adults to engage, stay active, and reduce risk for social isolation. While it […]
Making the Right Choice: Stand-Alone or Embedded Memory Care?
Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center There are few words in our language that strike such a visceral reaction as “dementia.” Even when couched into less intimidating terms such as “cognitive decline,” or “impaired memory” the message is the same: life as we know it is changed on a dime. Whether the […]
