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 […]
The Perfect Summertime Pie
Summer is the time to relax, refresh, and indulge in sweet and heavenly treats. While you’re lounging on the patio, enjoy a cool, creamy, and absolutely divine dessert that’s perfect on a hot day. This luscious Coconut Key Lime Cream Pie has a smooth texture with toasted shredded coconut on top. It’s sweet, but not […]
GEMS of the Prairie Quilters
What do you think when you hear the word “Quilt”? Think again. Today, the magic of fabric art includes modern art and collage quilting. As quilters we will forever honor the tradition of quilting, both machine and hand quilting, handed down through the generations. But these are not your granny’s quilts! Yes, most of us […]
Do You Have the Right Fiduciary?
By Tim Kirk, Heyl, Royster, Voelker & Allen When creating an estate plan, an important decision is who to name as your fiduciary. A fiduciary is a fancy legal term for the person who will take care of your property for you if you are unable to do it yourself, such as an agent […]
In Motion
By Alexander Germanis From our very first days on earth, we are encouraged to be active. From infancy to adulthood, the physical benefits of being active are drilled into our minds by parents, teachers, and doctors alike. Building muscle, strengthening bones, and keeping the circulatory system clear are all crucial to living long, healthy lives, […]
Always on the Move
By Alexander Germanis Life never stops flowing. It has a way of moving along and we can choose to be rigid and let it pass us by or be open and active and be carried along with it. For seniors, retiring does not mean it is time to stop moving with life; to the contrary, […]
When Bug Bites Turn Serious
Information from OSF HealthCare Warmer temperatures bring the return of pesky insects, especially at dusk. Experts say while most bug bites are not serious, there are times when you need to see a healthcare provider immediately. Most Bites Can Be Treated Quickly Andrew Zasada, MD, an internal medicine physician at OSF HealthCare, says treatment […]
Things You Should Know About Your Prescription Drug Coverage
By Steven A. Buttice II Have you had your prescription drug coverage reviewed lately? Insurance isn’t a one size fits all situations for individuals. It is important to have your coverage reviewed annually. Plans change their formularies, premiums, and deductibles from year to year and what was most cost efficient for the current year […]
Peanut Butter Perfection
If you’ve ever taken a bite of something and the only word that came to mind was “yum,” you know what it’s like to experience this dessert. It’s fluffy, sweet, perfectly crumbly, and tastes delicious. It’s rich but light. It’s a dessert that will likely never go out of style. You can stop guessing what […]
