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Your Mickle’s Worth by Mike Mickle
Happy 4th of July everyone! A special thanks to all the military families past and present. We appreciate your service. We are one month into summer and the grocery and gas bill at our house has tripled. I think it would be easier if we could just have a shuttle bus parked outside the house. It seems like one child gets dropped off and it’s time for another to be picked up. When they are home, they are eating or drinking constantly. I am amazed at how they can go through 37 cases of Gatorade and water, 124 pounds of meat in the casseroles and
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various other meals prepared, 1002 protein bars and then complain that there is nothing to eat in the house! I’m thinking about getting a dairy cow and putting it in the backyard so we can start making our own ice cream. We’ve also contemplated removing the front door and replacing it with a revolving one. There are days I have no idea how many people are in our house. I sit in my office and as they leave in a single file, I’m reminded of a clown car. I’m not sure how that many people actually fit in our basement (especially since all of Kyle’s friends are at least 6’0” tall) but somehow they do. They must be stacking themselves on top of each other. Of course to add more fun, every time someone rings the door bell or knocks, Oreo barks. It’s happening so often, I’m afraid the poor dog may have to be treated for emotional stress. By the time you host 323 kids per week ranging in age from 11-18 you end up with a basement that looks like it’s been the scene of a crime. In this case, it’s a natural disaster. Our kids are “naturally” prone to turning a room into a disaster. I keep a hazmat suit on standby, just in case. With that said, there’s something about the laughter of the kids and their friends that make our house a home. I’m reminded that all too soon, the kids will be grown and gone and the house will be eerily quiet. So, I guess I’ll enjoy the moments, ignore the clutter, contemplate the dairy cow option and see if the Gatorade delivery guy will stop by our house when he’s making his way to area grocery stores! Hope you enjoy the rest of your summer. Best regards, Mike, Karen, Kyle, Kate and Matt
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Summer Events in Downtown Davenport 2015 Brittany Bersano Marketing & Administrative Coordinator Downtown Davenport Partnership Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce
With summer weather comes all the downtown Davenport summer festivals and events. From music to food to family activities, there’s something for everyone this summer! One downtown event you won’t want to miss is Red White and Boom! on July 4, sponsored by Genesis and the Riverboat Development Authority. Celebrate our country’s birthday on the riverfront in Modern Woodmen Park or LeClaire Park in Davenport, or Schwiebert Park in Rock Island. Be a part of America’s birthday celebration while honoring our military and the Rock Island Arsenal. Shot from two barges, this year’s fireworks display will be bigger and better than ever. Along with the largest fireworks display in the Quad Cities, other events include live entertainment, craft activities, and food and drink. New this year will be the Genesis Healthy Families viewing area in LeClaire Park. Please bring a blanket to enjoy the fireworks in this tobacco- and alcohol-free area. Later in the month, come back for Street Fest,
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sponsored by Great Southern Bank on July 24 and 25. This year, Street Fest accompanies both the Quad-City Times Bix 7 foot race and RAGBRAI. Come and shop the arts and crafts vendors, listen to some great music from local and regional bands, visit the family fun area with crafts, performance stage, and activities for the little ones. New this year, a BMX showcase will take place Saturday featuring the Division BMX Stunt Team sponsored by Standard Byke Co.. Saturday will also feature the fourth annual Street Fest Water Fights. The Water Fights pit teams of three firefighters in a race to push a suspended metal target into the opposite team’s territory. To see Water Fight video and more information about Street Fest, visit www.downtowndavenport.com. In August, River Roots Live will again bring the sound of music and smell of ribs to the air in LeClaire Park. August 28 and 29 bring a park bursting at the seams with fans of the competitive rib teams and nationally acclaimed musicians. This year will feature headliners Kacey Musgraves, Yonder Mountain String Band, and Mavis Staples. Very few places in the nation have this caliber of music and food in the same place. Budding musicians can’t miss the Junior Jam tent that includes workshops and performances by local professional musicians. River Roots Live is supported by Living Lands and Waters as well the River Music Experience. These two non-profits are stewards of our waterways and our musical heritage, respectively. River Roots Live is also generously sponsored by U.S. Cellular, Kimberly Car City and the Riverboat Development Authority. This is just a glance at what is available in Downtown Davenport this summer. There are many more events scheduled, from family activities to nightlife. For a full event calendar, please visit www.downtowndavenport. com. While you’re there, you can find places to eat, local shops to visit, and even find the best place to park during your visit to Downtown Davenport. We hope to see you downtown this summer!
SINFULLY SILLY SNICKERS APPLE FRUIT SALAD Ela Ersan Hopewell Elementary 5th grade THIS IS GOOOOOOOD! Ingredients: -6 green apples - peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces -6 king size Snicker bars - chilled and then chopped into small pieces - 1 12 oz. container whipped cream
Fun for all, big and small.
DIRECTIONS: ·S tart with a big bowl so you have room to mix! ·M ake sure you remove all the seeds from the apples when you chop them up. · Place them in the bowl first. ·N ext, add the Snickers bars … it’s hard to just drop them in the bowl without eating them so you might want to buy extra! ·S tir in the whipped cream and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. ·Y ou can throw in a few maraschino cherries or dried cranberries for color if you would like! ·A dd extra salted peanuts and drizzle with caramel on top!
My kind of Salad!
Thank you to Sarah Carroll for sharing her version of this recipe with me. I added some ideas of my own to it as well and everyone LOVED it! It is my new favorite! You can also find other versions of this salad on the internet.
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River Music Experience Celebrates 10 Years of Rock Camp USA Sarah DeSpain Mickle Communications
During the summer, parents are often faced with the challenge of keeping their children entertained but still engaged in learning. Parttime jobs may keep your child busy, but your child probably isn’t going to stick with that job their whole life. Children involved in sports will have fun, but it might not provide the indepth learning experience you were hoping for. So what do you do? You can give them a rocking summer by signing them up for Rock Camp USA, offered by River Music Experience (RME). This one-of-a-kind experience features intensive, performance-oriented instruction given by professional musicians and instructors. Now in its 20th year, Rock Camp USA is one of the top music camps nationwide, with locations in New York, Austin, Chicago, and right here in the Quad Cities. According to Ellis Kell, RME’s Director of Programming & Community Outreach, “Rock Camp USA is a huge deal for the Quad Cities,” and he is proud that the RME is “holding their own with the big boys.” What is Rock Camp USA all about? RME’s Rock Camp USA program is truly a unique summer camp for young and aspiring musicians, singers and songwriters. The two-week program is a perfect youth summer camp for kids 8 through 18 who wish to gain professional music experience. Students who attend Rock Camp USA will have the chance to enhance their skills through the teachings of seasoned area musicians and veteran Rock Campers. The camp engages participants in activities such as forming their own band, picking out song material, writing their very own song, and working on teamwork bonding. This summer marks the tenth anniversary for RME’s Rock Camp USA and to celebrate, RME will host a big blowout concert where bands and instructors from present and past sessions will perform. The Founder of Rock Camp will also be in attendance. Why Enroll Your Child in Rock Camp USA? Rock Camp USA gives campers the chance to gain professional music experience with professional equipment. Campers will also have the chance to perform on an actual stage, complete with 8
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professional lighting and sound equipment. At the end of the two-week program, campers will have the opportunity to perform at RME’s Redstone Room, an actual concert venue. By the end of summer camp, your child will have gained knowledge from experienced instructors, learned to use professional music equipment and performed with their very own band. Where and When is RME’s Rock Camp USA? Two sessions are taking place this month. Both sessions are two weeks long, Monday through Friday, from 1 to 5 p.m. • Session 1: July 6 through 17 rehearsals and July 18 Concert. • Session 2: July 20 through 30 rehearsals and August 1 Concert. Campers will participate in a dress rehearsal on the second Friday in RME’s Redstone Room. The final concert takes place on the second Saturday, at noon, also in the Redstone Room. This year, Rock Camp has expanded to three rehearsal host sites, so that students on both sides of the river can rock. Locations include Christ United Methodist Church in Davenport, Rivermont Collegiate in Bettendorf, and the satellite camp location at Rock Island Math and Science on the Illinois side. How Do You Sign Up for Rock Camp USA? For $425, your child will gain the experience of a lifetime. Parents can sign their child up for Rock Camp USA – Quad Cities or find out more by visiting the River Music Experience website at www.rivermusicexperience.org. Tuition fee covers one two-week session, as well as a take-home CD recording from their dress rehearsal and a DVD of their final concert performance. Tuition is due prior to camp. Scholarship assistance for families who qualify is made possible through the generous support of HAVlife Foundation, Terry Lunardi Foundation, and the Karli Rose Kell Music Scholarship Foundation, as well as from private donors. What Other Programs does RME offer? RME offers a wealth of educational, top-shelf programs. These programs cover a variety of different music genres, with workshops, classes, and private lessons for every interest, age, and skill level. To find the right class for you, visit www. rivermusicexperience.org or call Ellis Kell at (563) 326-1333, Ext. 113.
Pink Invaders! This Summer, Flamingos Take Over the Quad City Botanical Center Joshua Larsen Mickle Communications
Beauty will be in full bloom at the Quad City Botanical Center this month as pink takes over the greenery during the Flamingo Folly and Fandango events. “We invite anyone with an imagination to purchase a plastic pink flamingo for five dollars and then take it home to artistically alter,” said Karen Jackson, Director of Marketing and Guest Services at the Quad City Botanical Center. “The newly decorated flamingos will then be gathered and displayed throughout the gardens for our Flamingo Follies Exhibit from July 3 to July 31.” On July 31, the flamingos will receive a farewell party called the Flamingo Fandango, which will include food, live music and an auction where the artsy flamingos will be sold to the highest bidders. The flamingos will be judged through a People’s Choice vote. Two winners will be selected from each of three divisions – youth, adult and professional. If you purchase a flamingo to design, you will receive a free ticket to the event – otherwise, tickets cost $15. All money collected from the flamingos, tickets, and auction will be used to support the programs and services of the Quad City Botanical Center. The Center’s Garden Railroad Exhibit had a grandreopening on Father’s Day and has been a favorite with visitors, young and old. The renovated train exhibit has nearly doubled
in size as a result of some great new additions and the work of some very dedicated volunteers from the Heartland Central Garden Railroad. To support the Garden Railroad, a donation of $125 will put your name, business name or the name of a loved one on a cargo block that will run in the Train Garden every Sunday afternoon. If interested, call (309) 794-0991, Ext. 203 or email vs@qcgardens.com. The Children’s Garden at the Quad City Botanical Center is the perfect place for little ones to enjoy exhilarating summer fun. It includes a child-sized version of the Mississippi River, with a meandering shallow stream that provides the opportunity for children to splash around and cool off. The river has been carefully designed to be safe and accessible. “Our miniature Mississippi appeals to children, and the families and caregivers of the children can also enjoy the fun,” Jackson said. The Botanical Center is once again participating in Dollar Mondays, sponsored by The Family Credit Union. Bring the whole family and take advantage of this opportunity to enjoy the gardens. Admission on Mondays through July 20 is just $1! At the Quad City Botanical Center, we don’t just nurture beautiful plants … we nurture the community. For more information, call (309) 794-0991 or visit www. qcgardens.com.
This July, the Quad City Botanical Center greenery is being invaded by pink… Flamingos! L et your artistic imagination run wild! Buy and decorate a Quad City Botanical Center flamingo for $5. You’ll receive a free event ticket to the Flamingo Fandango party with your purchase. E njoy the decorated flamingos from July 3 to 31 when they are displayed throughout the gardens and vote for your favorite one! Send the flamingos off during the Flamingo Fandango, their special party on July 31. The Flamingo Fandango will celebrate the flamingos with food, music, an auction, and more! Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online or at the Botanical Center.
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Cool Pool Tips for a Safe Summer!
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Summer is here! It’s always fun to splash and play in a pool or waterpark. Axle wants to pass along some cool pool tips to make your summer safe and fun! ● Always swim with a buddy and NEVER swim alone! ● Never dive in shallow water. Look before leaping! Know how deep the water is where you’ll be swimming. ● Never swim around or under diving boards or slides. ● Keep away from pool drains, pipes or other openings. ● Walk, don’t run around swimming areas. ● Have a phone close by at all times. ● If you need help, alert a lifeguard! Share this fun game with your family and friends... Have individuals or teams choreograph water ballets to their favorite pop songs. Axle suggests using waterproof props and costumes to make the ‘show’ more creative. Then invite family, friends and neighbors over to watch the premiere. An evening show complete with lots of pool lights and spotlights can make a dramatic presentation. If you and your friends would like to compete, make up different performance categories,
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such as funniest, most original, etc., so everybody can win! Here’s a little pool trivia… ● Elephants can swim as many as 20 miles a day — they use their trunks as natural snorkels! ● The turbo pump on the Space Shuttle main engine is powerful enough to drain an average-sized swimming pool in 25 seconds. ● Most swimmers at the highest levels of competition train from four to five hours per day and five to seven days per week. ● Swim fins were invented by Benjamin Franklin. R.I.A. Federal Credit Union wishes everyone a safe, fun-filled summer!
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James Zahara Storm Team 8, Chief Meteorologist WQAD HD News 8 We as meteorologists use many measures to describe the moisture content of the air, including relative humidity, mixing ratio, specific humidity, wet bulb temperature, absolute humidity and dew point. In some cities, it is commonplace for meteorologists like myself on television to report the dew point, which is simply the temperature to which the air must be cooled in order for dew, clouds and fog to form. The higher the dew point, the more moisture is in the air. In the summer, dew points in the 50s or lower make for a very comfortable day. With dew points in the 60s, things can sometimes feel a bit sticky, especially as it rises to near 70 degrees. Once the dew points are in the 70s, most people will start complaining about the humidity. Rarely does the dew point go above 80, but when it does, it can be extremely uncomfortable.
Almost any tropical jungle is a place to avoid those types of dew points. For example, parts of the Ethiopian coastline along the Red Sea can claim to the be the world’s Dew Point Capital. The dew point on average in the month of July is just over 80 degrees! WHEW!!! To find the driest dew points, the top candidate would be Antarctica, which is almost a desert in terms of precipitation. Since cold air holds very little moisture, very little precipitation falls there. Only a few inches of water equivalent – almost always in the form of snowfall – takes place in any given year.
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This 4th of July, Hall of Fame Pizza & Wings Salutes QC Area Military Personnel This 4th of July, Hall of Fame Pizza & Wings, LLC, will offer a free lunch to active duty, reserve or retired military service members. “All we ask is that they bring a military ID – and a big appetite!” said owner Jason Harper of Bettendorf, Iowa. Hall of Fame also proudly offers a regular 10% discount to employees of the Rock Island Arsenal, good for any meal, any time of the year. Hall of Fame will be providing the free lunches at both company locations – 3408 State Street, Bettendorf, IA, and 902 6th Avenue, DeWitt, IA. “I’m a veteran myself,” said Jason. “I was in the Marine Corps for four years, and those were formative years I will never forget. They taught me discipline and attention to detail, which is why I insist that we always provide excellent service at our restaurants.” Jason entered the Marine Corps at age 17 and received basic training at Camp Pendleton in San Diego, California. He was then stationed in Japan, where he rose to the rank of Corporal. He served at Iwa Kuni, working in Logistics. “Serving one’s country is the ultimate service,” he said, “so providing a free lunch on the 4th of July is our way of saying ‘thank you’ to these outstanding men and women for putting our country first.” Hall of Fame will also be providing free lunches to
service members on Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2015, so be sure to mark the calendar. For more information, call the Bettendorf location at (563) 355-3263, or the DeWitt location at (563) 659-3263. Also, be sure to visit the Hall of Fame Pizza & Wings, LLC, website at halloffamepizzaandwings.com.
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The Sparkling Truth About Firecrackers For 239 years, this country has been a bold, proud and independent one. To commemorate our freedom, we celebrate on the 4th of July. This is most commonly done with fireworks and firecrackers. While the pyro technic displays of dazzling colors are beautiful, people often forget one very important fact about these sparkling wonders: they are highly dangerous if not handled properly and contain real threats that could severely injure people. Now, don’t get me wrong. As a twelve year-old, I look forward to the time of year where we whip out the barbecue and lay back watching the spectacular bursts of color and light. I even dabble a bit in my own display with sparklers. However, it is very important to make sure safety is first as these can pose several serious threats to the human extremities. One such threat is the possibility of amputation. Most of these cases happen with firecrackers. People misjudge how quick the firecrackers explode and they don’t release the firecracker quickly enough. The firecrackers explode while they are still in the person’s hand and it causes serious damage. Statistics show that injuries to the hand represent about 40% of all firework injuries. Another hazard that they pose are burns. This is perhaps the most common injury and is most often associated with sparklers. This happens, most frequently, while the child is waving the sparkler around without a care in the world, and the sparks land on the child’s skin, causing a severe burn. “There is a misconception with parents that sparklers are safe. Statistics say 5 and under oddly enough are the highest age group of injuries with fireworks”, says Dr. Tyson Cobb, hand surgeon with Orthopaedic Specialists in Davenport. “If most parents knew the tip of the sparkler is roughly 8-10 times hotter than boiling water, they might supervise kids better.” Other common injuries, and perhaps the scariest to me, are injuries to the eye and lacerations. The most recent fireworks injury report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission states that roughly 1 in 6 of the 11,400 fireworks injuries in the United States, are injuries that harmed
the eyes. Dr. Tom Ramstack, an ER physician at Unity Point Bettendorf hospital, states that he most commonly sees eye injuries as a result of projectile type things where fireworks explode and hit people in the eye. This often occurs when people ignite the fireworks or firecrackers and the shrapnel from the explosion bursts out. Lacerations can also occur as a result of these projectile explosions. Before you start contemplating cancellation of your neighborhood 4th of July party, I assure you that proper safety techniques and knowledge of how to handle these explosives will allow you to enjoy the fun safely. Some of the most common recommendations are to never hold one of these explosives by the fuse. Also, get as far away from the ignition spot as possible after the fuse has been lit. Eye protection should always be used to when igniting projectile type fireworks, says Dr. Ramstack. In addition, don’t use professional grade fireworks and always make sure someone is with you when any type of firecracker or firework is being used. Dr. Cobb felt that the best advice for parents is to make sure that children are not left unattended. May your July 4th celebration be filled with the three F’s: Fun, Flags and Fireworks! https://vimeo. com/131460947 Please remember that fireworks are illegal in Iowa without a permit.
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You’re Their First Teacher – And Your Library Can Help!
Lisa Lockheart Publicity and Outreach Liaison Rock Island Public Library
“Parents create the environments and experiences in which learning happens, which makes them the first teachers their children will ever have.” – Dr. Rebecca Palacios, National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Sue Foster, Rock Island Children’s Library Services, (NBPTS) shows off some of the new Very Ready Reader kits The Rock available at the Main Library. Island Library is dedicated to creating young readers, and one of the ways we do that is to give you tools and resources to support your role as your child’s first teacher. Some of our new “My First Teacher” tools for parents and grandparents at Rock Island Libraries include: Very Ready Reader Kits: Assembled by Rock Island Children’s Librarians, the Very Ready Reader kits provide you with a lesson to use at home or in a preschool setting. Each kit contains age-specific books, rhymes, activities and parent tips designed to support the seven techniques you can use at home to get your child ready to read. Very Ready Reader kits are available for infants, for children ages 2 to 3, and for children ages 4 to 5. Themes include Animal Guessing Games, Colors of the Rainbow, Zoo Day, Count with Me, Busses and Trains. Forty kits will be available, with each kit checking out for up to three weeks. Look for them on the shelf at the Main Library and check them out! ABC Mouse: Rock Island Library subscribes to ABC Mouse so you don’t have to buy it at home. Use this children’s educational website in the library to work on language and reading, math, and thinking and reasoning skills. The subscription-based site is ad free, with games, puzzles, interactive books, songs, and other activity-based learning for ages 2 to 6. Younger children will need some help with the site, so plan on working together with your child. ABC Mouse is available on computers in the Main Library children’s room, for inlibrary use only. For questions about library resources to help support you as a parent and first teacher, call the library’s Children’s Department at (309) 732-7360 or visit www. rockislandlibrary.org. 14
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Kids at Red Rover Children’s Learning Center Enjoy Summer Fun
A person only has to talk to Katie Seifert, Center Director of Red Rover Children’s Learning Center, for a few minutes to realize that she is perfectly suited for her job. Her enthusiasm for working with children is delightful. “I have lived for this job,” she said “When I come in and see the smiles on the faces of our kids, it makes the day picture-perfect.” _According to Katie, Red Rover Children’s Learning Center teaches children from 6 weeks to 6 years. And while education is a top priority at this cuttingedge developmental child care organization, having fun is also a big part of every day with the kids. “In our summer months, we’re doing Splish Splash Days,” she said. “We have fun in the sun with sprinklers, water races, waterplay activities and outside gardening. Also, we have a great outdoor playhouse and a twisty slide that the kids love.” Red Rover Children’s Learning Center is located at 3445 Spring Street, Davenport, Iowa. It is open from 6:45 am. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Owners Brian and Maggie DeLaney opened Red Rover Children’s Learning Center in March 2013. Katie, who oversees operations, has been the Center Director since day one. The Center is currently at top capacity, with 76 children in their care. “We use Creative Curriculum®,” Katie said. “Plus, our Handwriting Without Tears® program has proven to be very effective. It allows kids to learn and write numbers and upperand lowercase letters. They can use their fingers to trace, and they can use chalkboards, too. We allow them to learn without getting frustrated.” Katie noted that one of the children in their care comes from a family in Port Byron, Illinois. “The family doesn’t work in town, but they still bring their child to us, despite the distance,” she said. “They really believe in what the Center is doing.” The Center’s hands-on approach is centered around ageappropriate developmental experiences. The Center provides a stimulating experience that encourages play, learning, and exploration in a developmentally appropriate environment. Their home-like atmosphere allows children to feel safe and secure. “I want our parents to know that we love teaching and spending time with their children,” Katie said. For more information on Red Rover’s Children’s Learning Center, go to www.RedRoverCLC.com, call (563) 359-9899 or email rrinfo@RedRoverCLC.com.
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Education A Look Into a Police Officer’s Life Evin Ersan Junior Reporter for QC Family Focus Magazine
I’ve always been interested in police officers and what they do. When I was younger, my parents bought me a day as a police officer and fireman at the school auction fundraiser. It was one of the coolest days of my life. The people that do these jobs are awesome, and I happen to live next door to one of them. Officer Jeff Scott, a Bettendorf policeman, is my neighbor. Here’s the inside scoop on what it’s like to be a police officer. EVIN: How long have you been a police officer? OFFICER JEFF SCOTT: Just over 17 years now. I was hired in April 1998 by the Bettendorf Police Dept. EVIN: What are the most common things you see on duty? OFFICER JEFF SCOTT: Many of our calls are public service calls. It could be an EMS call where somebody might have trouble breathing, or a health-related issue. Other calls might be related to domestic disturbance issues. We will come in and try to mediate the situation or help come up with a solution. When we are called out at night, many of the calls are alcohol-related issues, drunk driving and things like that. EVIN: Have you ever been in a situation where you feared for your life? OFFICER JEFF SCOTT: There was a time when myself and two other officers were after a person wanted on a murder charge. He had killed two people. We found him, and we went in to arrest him. It’s always a concern when you’re confronting someone who knows they will probably go to jail for the rest of their life. EVIN: Is there anything about being a police officer that people might not realize? OFFICER JEFF SCOTT: The job of a police officer involves a lot of stress. We see things that most people will never see. Sometimes it can be gruesome, other times it can be emotionally stressful, like when calls involve a child. Also, law enforcement is a 24/7, 365-days-a-year job. Working holidays, late-night hours, and weekends is a normal thing for us. I sometimes have to miss many of my children’s activities and other important events because I need to be on the job. EVIN: Do you get more respect when you’re wearing your uniform? OFFICER JEFF SCOTT: When you’re in your uniform, you’re a person of authority. When you go to calls, you have to take charge because people call us when they don’t know what to do, or they need our help. Many people are very respectful when they see us in our uniforms, as they are thankful we are there. There are, however, some people who do not respect the uniform, authority, or the laws and rules that are in place. They feel they can do whatever they want. When you hear 16 July 2015 - QC Family Focus
about an officer being shot or assaulted, those people don’t have any respect for authority, just as they do not have respect for the others in the situation or their community they are affecting. EVIN: Have you ever had to fire your weapon or taser? OFFICER JEFF SCOTT: No, I have not. I do carry my handgun and my taser and we do routine training on the use of any weapons, including our rifles to ensure we are always prepared to use them if necessary. EVIN: What are your favorite things about your job? OFFICER JEFF SCOTT: I enjoy helping people solve their problems. Every once in a while, someone will take the time to write a thank-you letter saying how much they appreciated what we did. That is always extremely rewarding. Helping and interacting with our community is what I like best. EVIN: What type of a person would make a good police officer? OFFICER JEFF SCOTT: A police officer definitely has to be a good problem-solver. You also have to be an excellent communicator. You have to be able to talk to all different types of people from different walks of life with respect and understanding. EVIN: What made you decide to become a police officer? OFFICER JEFF SCOTT: When I went to college, I thought I would go into business. Then I had a friend who was a victim of a crime. It was that incident that made me change my major to criminal justice. When I was home for one summer, I had a friend who is a Davenport police officer who invited me to do a ride-along and it was a really cool experience. I made a decision when I was 19 that this was what I was going to do. I got my degree in criminal justice, came back to this area and got hired on by the Bettendorf Police Dept. Officer Jeff Scott is pretty amazing and I would like to thank him for all he does for our community. I’d also like to thank all of the other police men and women who have committed their lives to helping others. My parents taught me, when I see a soldier or a person in a military uniform, I should stop what I’m doing if I can, and go and shake their hand and thank them for all they do. I think that’s also a good thing to do when we see someone in law enforcement. Please follow this link to see my video with Officer Jeff Scott, in which we drive around in his awesome police car and hear more about what he does as a Bettendorf police officer! https://vimeo.com/131446540
Dedication Businesses Need Resources Tawnya Hambly Public Relations Director, JA of the Heartland www.jaheartland.org Resources are an important part of business. They are the building blocks for a successful business. A resource is something of value that takes care of a need. Without resources businesses would not exist. There are three types of resources. Do you know them? Natural resources: things provided by nature, such as air, water, minerals, and trees. Human resources: people who do the work that a business needs. Capital resources: buildings, tools, and machines used to make a product, including technology. Can you think of important resources for these area businesses? Write as many resources as you can on the line provided below.
home. Or, you can earn money walking the neighbor’s dog or play at a friend’s house. If you choose to walk the dog, then the opportunity cost is playing at a friend’s house. Every day, businesses make choices based on their resource needs. For most businesses, technology has changed how they operate. New technology is a capital resource that allows them to do things faster and sometimes with fewer workers (human resources). What would be the opportunity cost if a business could not afford the latest technology?
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Quad City International Airport: ____________________ As you can see by the exercise above, businesses need natural, human, and capital resources to make products or provide services. Yet, resources can be limited. Have you ever heard of scarcity? Scarcity occurs when people or businesses cannot have everything they want because of limited resources. When this occurs, people and businesses must decide on an alternative. When a choice is made, there is an opportunity cost for what is given up. Opportunity cost is the value of the next best alternative given up when a choice is made. For example, you have the choice to go to a movie with your friends or stay at home and watch a DVD. If you choose to go to the movie, then you’ve given up the opportunity to relax at
Answer: The business may need to hire more people to keep up with work, or it may lose customers because it is unable to produce their product as quickly as customers want it. Here’s an activity to do with an adult in your family. Select an adult to interview about the effects of technology in their life and what resources are important to their job. Ask the following questions: What technology do you think has made the biggest difference in the way we live today compared to when you were my age? Why? Are resources important to your job? Are any of the resources scarce? If so, what is the alternative choice? How do you use technology in your job? How has technology changed your business? Human, natural, and capital resources are vital to running a business. Human resources are also needed to invent and improve products and services. You can get a jumpstart on becoming a valued human resource by getting your education and developing the skills you’ll need to be successful in a job.
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Cloud Storage Rebecca Eckhart Verizon Wireless
First there were hard drives, and then there were flash drives, and now there is the cloud. Many people have been asking, “What is cloud computing?” For many, smartphones are more than just a phone. They are part of everyday life. They carry your favorite music, photos and videos – not to mention every phone number you haven’t memorized. But what happens to all of your photos, videos, contacts, music, call logs and text messages if you lose your phone or upgrade to a new model? The cloud is the answer to helping you keep track of all your “digital stuff,” and even if you lose your device, you’ll know where you can find all of your memories and must-have information. When using a cloud service, you can transfer all of your data stored just by syncing it with your new device. Cloud services, such as the Verizon Cloud, allow you to sync your device contacts, pictures, videos and call log to the cloud. After you have backed up the data stored on your smartphone or tablet to the cloud, this data is available anywhere you can access the Internet, including a smartphone, computer or tablet. But cloud storage can raise a lot of questions for someone not familiar with the technology. To help answer
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these questions and others, Verizon Wireless has developed five tips for understanding cloud storage. 1. Not all cloud storage solutions are built to handle the same kind of data. Many are great for storing documents, spreadsheets and presentations, but don’t offer music or video streaming features. The Verizon Cloud allows users to back-up and sync contacts, pictures, videos, music, documents, text and multimedia messages, and call logs. The type of data you’re planning to store should determine which service you choose. 2. When in doubt, go bigger. Cloud storage capacity comes in all sizes. You may only need 25 GB of space today but you never know what type of content you’ll be using tomorrow. Selecting a larger capacity size initially gives you more flexibility for the future. 3. Keep track of how much storage you are using. Once you’ve selected how much capacity you need, be mindful of the storage limits of your particular cloud service. Pay attention to how much storage you’re using to avoid any surprises when you try to upload a file. 4. Encrypt your cloud. If you’re planning to use the cloud to store and access sensitive materials, it is important to encrypt the content you store to make sure your information is safe from potential cyber threats. 5. Use secure devices to access the cloud. Another way to avoid potential security threats to the cloud is by ensuring that you only access your cloud storage from trusted devices. Make sure that the proper security features are installed on all of your devices and never connect to the cloud from a device that doesn’t have these security measures in place.
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Your Child Athlete Needs Chiropractic Care
Dr. Traci Nelson-Johnson Nelson Chiropractic
The term “athlete” refers to individuals who participate in a sport either recreationally or competitively. And while sports participation provides numerous physical and social benefits, it also means risk of sportsrelated injuries. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 2.6 million children under the age of 19 are treated in the emergency department each year for sports and recreation-related injuries. Chiropractic can help reduce injuries like these and also improve athletic performance and lessen long-term effects of these rigorous activities. Chiropractic care focuses on the spinal structure. The nervous system is so important for children because they are in growth and development stages. “I would estimate that at least 90% of world class athletes use chiropractic on a regular basis to prevent injuries and to improve their performance,” said Sean Atkins, PhD, Exercise Physiologist. A study of athletes by the Journal of Chiropractic Research and Clinical Investigation concluded that athletes who received 12 weeks of chiropractic care exhibited a nearly 30% improvement in reaction time, versus a group with no chiropractic care. This is due to chiropractic adjustments improving the function of the nervous system. The brain communicates to all parts of the body through the central nervous system. This is how the body knows how to move and react. It controls how quickly your body moves – in other words, how it performs. It is essential that this communication is at 100%, or the body will not perform at 100%. If your child is complaining of aches and pains, do not assume it is “growing pains” or 20
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ignore their complaints. As your chiropractor, we play a major role in helping kids heal faster from injuries and pains. We will make sure the spine is in proper alignment. This will help the body heal more quickly and prevent more injuries down the road. Sports are a lot of fun but they also cause a lot of stress, strain and trauma to your body joints and skeletal system. Left untreated, the accumulation of these traumas over a decade of sports activities can be brutal in later years. Because your body suffers these traumas when you are young, the probable effects are not felt for many years. It is the same for children who never brush their teeth. They are fine for a while – but in later years, they pay the price for the neglect. Ideally, we want to see your child before starting sports to ensure they are healthy and aligned. This can prevent many injuries from happening. We offer sports physicals in our office to encourage this preventative care. As part of our commitment to the community, we will offer a free presentation about athletic performance and injury prevention at 6 p.m., August 9 at the Mathnasium, 3256 Ridge Pointe, Bettendorf, IA. We encourage parents, coaches, trainers, and adult athletes to come and learn! Feel free to visit our website at www.nelsonchiropractic.com.
How Does Nutrition Response TestingSM Work? Mark McLaughlin Mickle Communications
Do you often find yourself feeling achy and sluggish? Is managing your weight a constant problem? Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Would you like to address these problems in a manner that doesn’t involve drugs or surgery? If you answered ‘Yes’ to any of these questions, you might want to consider Nutrition Response TestingSM, offered by NutritionWorks Wellness Center of the Quad Cities. According to Lori Sullivan, RN, Functional Health Practitioner and Master Level Practitioner of Nutrition Response TestingSM at NutritionWorks Wellness Center, their system employs a unique approach to addressing the body’s needs. Nutrition Response TestingSM is a way of analyzing the body’s nutritional needs in conjunction with its reflexes. “When someone comes to us with symptoms, we search for the underlying nutritional deficiency and the resulting organ malfunction,” Lori said. “Through Nutrition Response TestingSM, we use muscle reflex technology, through which the body provides feedback on the nutrition it needs. This testing system provides consistent, reliable results.” Through this analysis, the body is allowed to respond to the presence of whole-food nutrients. The feedback collected through this method creates a profile of the body’s nutritional deficiencies. NutritionWorks Wellness Center can then suggest and provide whole-food supplements, as well as a customized nutritional plan, to correct shortcomings in the client’s diet. Nutrition Response TestingSM was developed by Dr. Freddie Ulan, a practicing chiropractor and crusading health reformer since 1965. In 1991, a serious illness threatened his life, so he explored every available treatment to do what he could to get well. But, no system that he tried cured him. Time would not allow him to experiment with supplements. His future depended on his ability to determine and address his body’s needs. Having studied the teachings of many great medical pioneers, he finally discovered a healing system that put him back on the track to good health. Having done so for himself, he turned his attention and resources to guiding others in their quest for wellness. “The body will heal itself if you give it the right nutrients,” Lori said. “The body has a regular flow to it: nutrients go in, toxins and wastes go out. Many problems arise from blockages in the flow system, and also from the presence of stressors like food allergies, chemicals and heavy metals. We restore and heal the gut and clear the channels of elimination.” Lori added that NutritionWorks Wellness Center always strives to remove interferences to health without the use of drugs or surgeries. “People need to know there are other options out there,” she said. “Our system involves a lifestyle change, as opposed to prescriptions or a diet. We determine a healthier, more energizing way for the client to eat, so it becomes a part of their life … so they live it.” For more information on NutritionWorks Wellness Center and Nutrition Response TestingSM, call (563) 355-4864 or visit NutritionWorksWellness.com.
Heal Your Body Naturally – Through Nutrition! Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? NutritionWorks Wellness Center can help! NutritionWorks Wellness Center is dedicated to improving and maintaining health through a nutritional approach to care. We offer Nutrition Response TestingSM which is a safe, non-invasive system of analysis that uses the body’s own reflexes to test a clients organs, joints, muscles and glands to address the underlying cause of stress or ill health. We then design personalized whole food clinical nutrition programs, and most importantly, dietary changes, to help the body heal.
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My Child Needs Eyeglasses Mike Snell Optical Director, Eye Surgeons Associates
Discovering your child needs eyeglasses can be an alarming experience for parents. The resulting anxiety can ignite an array of questions: Why didn’t I notice before now? How long have they been struggling? What type of eyeglasses should I get for my child? Is my child going to wear the eyeglasses I get for them? It is important that you remain positive. Focus on the facts: 1.) A vision need has been determined, and 2.) There is a solution. An experienced optician can provide answers to your questions as they guide you and your child through the eyeglass selection process. Today’s frame selections for children can accommodate a variety of needs. You can select from an assortment of styles, colors and brands. Favorites include Sketchers, Nike, Candies, and Nine West. Advances in frame technology provide excellent durability, featuring flexible hinges and flexible metal throughout the frame. Lens technology has greatly advanced from heavy, less safe glass lenses to plastic lenses and polycarbonate lenses. Polycarbonate lenses are today’s lens material of choice for children’s eyeglasses. They are approximately 30% thinner and lighter in weight than regular plastic lenses, making the eyeglasses much more comfortable for your child. Polycarbonate lenses are impact resistant and have a natural UV filter in the material. The Problem with Blue Light In addition to increased levels of eye fatigue, new studies show people are experiencing increased exposure to harmful blue light from LED computer, video game and smartphone screens. Increased use of energy-efficient luminescent sources (fluorescent bulbs, LEDs) also means greater exposure to blue light. Research shows that blue light impairs sleep. The bright light tricks the brain into thinking it is still light outside and production of the hormone melatonin, which aids sleep, occurs in the dark. Lack of sleep can cause an increase in hyperactivity and trouble focusing, conditions that mirror attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Blue light may also be a risk factor for age-related macular degeneration. Antireflective lenses are recommended to reduce eye fatigue. To
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reduce the risks of blue light, shut down video games an hour before bed. Fortunately, recent lens technology has been developed to filter out harmful blue light. Experienced opticians can adjust your child’s glasses for proper fit as needed. As a kid who grew up wearing glasses, I recall recess and gym class being hard on my eyeglasses. Today’s eyeglasses are generally very durable. It is important to maintain your child’s eyeglasses to ensure your child’s best vision and their continued compliance in wearing eyeglasses. Ask about extended warranty or protection plans. Opticians can also provide guidance and recommendations to accommodate your child’s special vision needs, including sports eyeglasses and sunglasses. Sunglasses that block 99-100% of UV-A and UV-B rays are available. Positive parent and teacher encouragement, combined with the noted vision improvement, are generally sufficient for your child to be compliant in wearing their eyeglasses. There may be an adjustment period, but their improved vision will be rewarding to both you and your child. Mike Snell, CAO, has 24 years of optical experience and is also the Optical
Director at Eye Surgeons Associates. He is an American Board of Opticianry-Certified Optician and a Fellow of the National Academy of Opticianry. The material contained in this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider.
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Ask the Audiologist Heather Sandy, MA, CCC-A Audiology Consultants, P.C.
Q: What are some causes of hearing loss? What can I do to prevent damage to my ears? A: Hearing loss is a significant public health issue that is the third most common physical condition after arthritis and heart disease. There are many potential causes of hearing loss. A diagnostic hearing test and review of ear and hearing symptoms can help to determine the type and possibly the cause of hearing loss. The following are just some of the common causes of hearing loss: • Age-related hearing loss typically develops gradually in both ears as we get older. The aging process takes its toll on tiny hair cells in the inner ear. Once these cells are damaged, they cannot be repaired. Therefore, age-related hearing loss is permanent. • Noise induced hearing loss also causes damage to the hair cells in the inner ear. The louder the noise is, or the longer you are exposed to it, the more damage it is doing to your ears. Repeated exposure to moderately loud sounds (like chainsaws or loud music) can cause gradual hearing loss that is often difficult to notice at first. Exposure to very loud sound such as a gunshot can cause sudden loss of hearing. There is no known cure for noise-induced hearing loss. • Ear infections can cause hearing loss that is often temporary, due to fluid being trapped behind the eardrum.
When the eardrum cannot move properly, sounds may be quiet or muffled. When ear infections are left untreated, permanent hearing loss is a possibility. • Earwax may build up in the ear canal enough to cause decreased hearing by physically plugging up the ear. Earwax is a normal, natural part of our ear’s self-cleaning mechanism and will typically work its way out of the ear on its own. When something disrupts this natural process (like pushing the wax back in with a cotton swab) we can end up with some wax stuck in the ear canal. It is best to see your doctor regarding removal of the wax. • Other medical factors may contribute to hearing loss. Studies indicate hearing loss may be more common in people with diabetes, heart disease or obesity. • Ototoxic medications, such as some chemotherapy drugs and aminoglycoside antibiotics, can cause permanent hearing loss as well. Always discuss any concerns with your doctor. So what can be done to prevent damage to your hearing? In short, protect your ears from loud noise and strive to be as healthy as you can. If you are concerned about current hearing difficulty, consider a full diagnostic hearing test with an audiologist. The results will help to determine what the cause may be, as well as possible treatments to help you hear your best.
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All About Hearing Friday, July 31 at 1:00 p.m.
A free 30 minute presentation with questions and answers to follow with one of our audiologists. A great time to meet others with the same concerns you may have!
Refreshments will be available: Coffee & Cookies Free Gift for Every Participant! Bring a Friend! RSVP is preferred due to limited space. Hosted in our Davenport location. RSVP to (563) 355-7712 2215 E. 52nd St., Suite #2, Davenport, IA
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We All Have Our Chance To Serve Julie Johnson, D.C., C.F.M.P. Palmer Chiropractic Clinics
Each July we collectively celebrate our military, our freedoms and the pride we have as a nation. As Quad-City residents, we’re part of a unique set of communities nationwide that are directly connected to a military installation. Our Rock Island Arsenal is recognized as one of the great weapon manufacturing facilities in the world with a rich history and expertise in supporting military efforts. Now home to First Army, our military population is swelling like never before. We have an excellent opportunity to support our active-duty military, their families and veterans and we certainly rise to the call in the QCA. Many soldiers I speak with tell me how stunned they are by the support they receive when they come here and how they can feel the love. It’s a testament to the pride felt in country and dedication toward those committed to giving all if called to do so. In 2008 the Palmer Chiropractic Clinics launched a Military Care Program that offers complimentary chiropractic care, X-rays if warranted, physical examinations and chiropractic rehabilitation to all active-duty military members, their dependents and veterans with a 20 percent disability rating or greater with no other insurance coverage for chiropractic care. To date that program has provided $2.3
million of in-kind care and resulted in more than 55,000 visits collectively from each of the Palmer Clinics in our three campus communities, including those in Davenport, Iowa, Moline, Ill., San Jose, Calif., and Port Orange, Fla. We’re committed to the idea that we all have our chance to serve. You find what you can give, then you give and keep giving because the need never ends. If you’re part of a military family or know one in our community, please share this information with them. Service, deployment, repeated stress on both the soldier and dependents creates many health challenges that need to be addressed. Our veterans also frequently suffer from chronic conditions that may limit daily quality of life. While combat is the most dangerous part of service, Disease and Non-Battle Injuries (DNBI) are called “the hidden epidemic of the modern military era.” Musculoskeletal health has a significant and direct impact on a soldier’s ability to perform, and chiropractic has proven successful in treating these conditions. The Palmer Clinics extends the deepest gratitude to all who serve, have served and are family members connected to military service. We’re grateful that your service allows us to be free, to be with our family and friends for another 4th of July holiday and comforted by the fact that you’re ready to answer the call. If you have any questions or would like a speaker to talk to your group about Palmer’s Military Care Program, please contact me directly at (563) 884-5628 or julie. johnson@palmer.edu.
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We care about wellness! The Milestones Area Agency on Aging is coming to Ridgecrest Village to present
MAY 2013 • QC Family Focus
A Matter of Balance
An award winning, 8-week program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. Anyone concerned about falls should attend. Register now – class size is limited. Questions? Please call Milestones AAA: Toll Free: 1-855-410-6222
Join us in Ridgecrest’s Koning Center
Friday, July 10 – 6 to 8 pm
Classes are held once a week for eight weeks.
Wednesdays: July 15 to September 2 To RSVP 1:30 to 3:30 pm (by J
uly 7) for the Sock Hop, or to register fo Overflow parking and shuttle bus service r the “A Matter of is available at Grandview Baptist Church, Balance” across from Ridgecrest Village on Northwest Boulevard. workshops, call Bob or Mary at (5 63) 391-3 430.
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Our Continued Care programs: n Independent Living n Assisted Living (with a Memory Care neighborhood) n 24 Hour Nursing Care
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Ridgecrest Village Veterans Share Memories for 4th of July
Mark McLaughlin Mickle Communications
The 4th of July is fast approaching, and to honor both this patriotic day and America’s military, three veterans who reside at Ridgecrest Village have agreed to share memories from their military careers with QC Family Focus readers. Ridgecrest Village is a senior residential living community located at 4130 Northwest Blvd., Davenport, IA. Art Petersen Army veteran Art Petersen was born in rural Scott County in 1928. As a child, he attended a one-room school house. Later, he went to Frank L. Smart Junior High School for ninth grade. He rode his bike four miles on a gravel road to get to classes. He then attended Davenport High School. In 1951 Art was drafted and sent to Fort Jackson, South Carolina for Basic Training. In early 1952, he was sent to Camp Polk, Louisiana, to join the Ohio National Guard. His wife Mary came to join him in DeRidder, Louisiana. During his Army years, he worked as a Record-keeper and Company Clerk. Art was a Past Commander in the Davenport American Legion in 1964. His wife was President of the Auxiliary. Art and Mary moved into Ridgecrest Village in 1999. Mary had been the Activity Director of Ridgecrest from 1976 to 1990. In January 2007, Mary passed away. Art still lives in the cottage he had shared with his wife. He has one son and one daughter as well as two grandchildren. Every year, Ridgecrest Village is organizer and ongoing co-sponsor of Honor Flight, which takes veterans of World War II and the Korean War to Washington, D.C. to see the military memorials located there. Art has been on the Honor Flight Board since spring 2008. Art offers this advice for the betterment of the community. “Police these days are demonized by the media. We need to appreciate and support their valuable contributions to the community.” John Raap John Raap was born in 1933 and went to Davenport High School through his Junior year. His family moved and he then attended Austin, Minnesota High School. In 1950, he joined the Navy at age 17. John attended boot camp in Waukegan (Great Lakes), Illinois, entering the military before the Korean War had started. From there he was sent to San Diego. He was one of 12 recruits sent to Naval Air Station Miramar, which was the Naval Auxiliary Air Station at that time. John was a Yeoman in the Navy. He typed reports in the Maintenance Department, took care of the Personnel office, and sent detachments on aircraft carriers. John and his wife Hilda had two children who were born in the Naval Hospital in San Diego. “The building where two of our kids were born is now part of the San Diego Zoo,” John said. “I joke with those kids and tell them, they were born in a zoo!” John left the military in November 1953. John has two daughters and a son, seven grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. He enjoys his life with Hilda at Ridgecrest Village, where both have many friends. “As Americans, we should all be thankful for what we have,” John said. He encourages the community to learn more about the Honor Flight co-sponsored by Ridgecrest Village. Honor Flight is an unforgettable experience for the veterans who get to
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John Raap left & Art Petersen Right. US Veterans at Ridgecrest Village take the trip! Don Morrison Don Morrison recently turned 93. He lives at Ridgecrest Village with his wife Phyllis, age 90. His son Bob is the Marketing and Development Director at Ridgecrest Village. Don enjoys being able to see his son every day. Don grew up in Washington, Iowa, and attended Washington High School and Junior College. He enlisted in the Navy in 1942. He was an Apprentice Seaman at St. Ambrose College for four months, and then a Navy Midshipman at Northwestern University in Chicago for another four months. He became a Commissioned Ensign that same year. In 1943, he entered the Pacific Amphibious Theater as Office-in-Charge of the LCT 329. He was stationed at Eniwetok in the Marshall Islands. LCT stands for Landing Craft, Tank and it is an amphibious assault craft used for landing tanks on beachheads. In 1944, he became a Lieutenant Junior Grade, working with LSTs (Landing Ship, Tank) 224, 711 and 1058. LST is the designation for vessels created to carry vehicles, cargo, and landing troops onto shores. In 1945, Don was put in charge of decommissioning the LST 1058 in San Francisco. Don was awarded ribbons by Navy headquarters for Victory World War II, American Theater, Asian Pacific, and Japanese Occupation. The next year, he received his Honorable Discharge. After the Navy, Don joined General Motors and worked as a Branch Manager in Mason City, Iowa, for 15 years. In 1980, he retired in the Mason City/Clear Lake area. Don reminisces, “I had a big house and a big house boat there.” In time, Don decided to move to Ridgecrest Village with Phyllis. “I love it here,” he said. “It’s the best move I ever made.” Don has two sons, five grandsons, and four great-grandsons, with a great-granddaughter finally on the way. Don offers this advice for young people considering a future in the military. “When you’re in the military, if you have a job to do, do it well and then get home!” Ridgecrest Village was founded in 1966 by Rev. John Koning, Pastor of Newcomb Presbyterian Church. For more information about Ridgecrest Village, call for Bob or Mary at (563) 391-3430 or visit www.ridgecrestvillage.org.
Be A Fan To Seniors: CASI Launches Summer Heat Relief Program Cheryl Frame, Marketing Director Center for Active Seniors, Inc. (CASI) According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 40 percent of annual heat-related deaths occur in those 65 years of age and older. The Farmer’s Almanac predicts the Quad Cities summer of 2015 will be hotter and slightly drier than normal. To help area older adults stay cool this summer, CASI – The Center For Active Seniors, Inc. is holding its annual Be A Fan To Seniors – Summer Heat Relief Program. “Summer’s heat and humidity can be just as dangerous as winter’s cold and ice,” said Laura Kopp, CASI’s President/CEO. “Hot temperatures can be dangerous for older adults and often, seniors are simply not thought about.” Health statistics show that seniors are more susceptible to heat than younger people. Many have a chronic medical condition that changes normal body responses to heat and they’re more likely to take prescription medicines, which may impair the body’s ability to regulate temperature or inhibits perspiration. Kopp also encourages all to check on elderly relatives and neighbors who may be at risk. Signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke may include leg or abdomen cramps, heavy sweating, nausea, headaches, dizziness or confusion. Warning signs can come on quickly and you are urged to seek medical attention immediately. Throughout the summer, CASI will distribute one fan per household with an adult 50 years of age or older. To pick up a fan, the senior must come to CASI, bringing identification listing their age and residency. CASI is located at 1035 West Kimberly Road in
Davenport. Available on a first come, first serve basis, fans are distributed Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. With support from the community, CASI distributes nearly 150 new fans to senior households each year and also accepts donations. Twenty inch (20”) box style fans and monetary donations are being accepted and can be dropped off at CASI. Help Be A Fan To A Senior by calling CASI at (563) 386-7477 or drop your donated fan at CASI, 1035 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, Iowa. CASI was established in 1972 and serves the needs of older adults by providing a variety of events and activities focused on health and wellness, social engagement, lifelong learning, and community involvement. With more than 2,000 members in the Quad Cities, CASI Senior Advocacy programs help more than 5,000 additional older adults, their families, and caregivers with needs assessment and referral for services. CASI’s Jane’s Place, the only adult day services center in Eastern Iowa, provides a comfortable, homelike atmosphere for adults who need supervised care during the day due to stroke recovery, Alzheimer’s and dementia. Jane’s Place provides just the right amount of personal care while allowing maximum independence while at Jane’s Place Day Center. For more information about the programs and services offered through CASI, Jane’s Place and/or Senior Advocacy, visit www.CASISeniors.org or call (563) 386-7477.
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Summer Fun at Hein Manor
Alexandra Dixon Mickle Communications
Hein Manor is an assisted-living retirement home, located in the quiet rural community of Durant, Iowa. Hein Manor provides a homelike setting for people who can’t, or choose not to, live alone. “Our slogan at Hein Manor is ‘Where You’re Not Alone’,” said Dawn Smith, Manager at Hein Manor, “and we’re always planning fun activities for our residents. We’re one big family – my husband Bob and I live here, too.” During the summer months, Hein Manor residents enjoy many indoor and outdoor activities, including Bingo and gardening. Local resident Arnie Regennitter is in charge of the garden at Hein Manor. Arnie is 96 years old and has been at Hein Manor for six years. Arnie worked for many years as a farmer and later on, at around 50 years of age, became employed at Bendex. After many years, he retired from Bendex (now known as Cobham Life Support) in Davenport, Iowa. Since then he has maintained an active, enjoyable life. Arnie’s friends at Hein Manor admire his industrious nature. He plants radishes, spinach, lettuce, carrots, onions, cucumbers, and peppers. In addition, he has 17 hills of potatoes and 16 tomato plants. On average, Arnie works 15 to 20 hours each week on the Hein Manor garden and takes pleasure in the activity that he says keeps him busy! Indoors, the residents at Hein Manor enjoy cooking, having meals together, and playing games, among other activities. A Royal Neighbors group comes to Hein Manor every other month to play Bingo with the residents. “The residents have a lot of fun,” Dawn said. “It’s a neat community interaction. At Hein Manor, we strive to make resident activities pleasant and comfortable, as if they were living in their own homes.” For more information, feel free to call Dawn Smith at (563) 785-4709. Be sure to check out Hein Manor’s newly renovated website at www.heinmanor.com. https://vimeo. com/131814717 30
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Hein Manor is an assisted living retirement home featuring 13 studio apartments and a one-bedroom apartment. We are located in Durant, Iowa – a close-knit farming town and a bedroom community for Iowa City, Quad-Cities, Muscatine and Cedar Rapids. We provide a homelike setting, complete with home-cooked, family-style dining. Hein Manor is like a family – the owners, Robert and Dawn Smith, live here along with the residents! Call (563) 785-4709 today to schedule a visit and see what we have to offer.
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807 3rd St., Durant, IA 52747 (563) 785-4709 • www.heinmanor.com
Senior Star at Elmore Place Hosts Second Annual Community Health Fair for Adults 50-Plus Popular Event Partners Senior Living Community with Local Wellness Organizations
Senior Star at Elmore Place
As part of an ongoing wellness initiative, Senior Star at Elmore Place is teaming up once again with several Quad City wellness partners to provide free health screenings for residents age 50-plus, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 23 at 4500 Elmore Avenue, Davenport. Following the success of last year’s inaugural health fair, Senior Star is thrilled to offer this event for a second time. With their proactive initiative of helping to meet residents’ health and safety needs, Senior Star continues to offer meaningful and innovative resources … not only affecting residents and families at Senior Star at Elmore Place, but also reaching the greater Quad Cities community. Senior Star’s continuous offering of programs, seminars and events such as this health fair for adults ages 50-plus reinforces their commitment to supporting the well-being
of their residents and neighbors. The Health Fair will feature several well-respected local health organizations, including Genesis Health Systems, the American Heart Association, Manor Care, Walgreens, Hy-Vee and Nelson Chiropractic. The health partners will be conducting numerous screenings such as balance and grip tests, spinal evaluations and dietary consultations. “We are pleased to provide these free screenings from such high-quality health partners in the greater Quad Cities community to our neighbors age 50 and above,” said Marc Strohschein, executive director of Senior Star at Elmore Place. “Focusing on living well is an essential aspect of our philosophy, and being able to share these important health services benefits so many people.” In addition to the health services, the event will include door prizes and light refreshments. All tests and screenings are provided on a firstcome, first-served basis. Those attending who would like to donate blood can make a contribution through Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center. For more details, please call Senior Star at Elmore Place at (563) 359-0100.
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SENIOR LIVING At Senior Star we believe you’re only as old as you feel, which is why we provide a variety of activities to keep residents active and engaged in life; From health and wellness to poetry, luncheons, and outings, there is never a dull moment at Senior Star.
Call today to schedule a personal appointment: 563-265-3903
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Caring Assistance Where You Need It Most – At Home
Lindsey Harmsen Good Samaritan Society Services@Home Manager Good Samaritan Society Services@Home is part of the Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society, the nation’s largest not-for-profit provider of senior care and services. The mission of the Good Samaritan Society is to share God’s love in word and deed by providing shelter and supportive services to older persons and others in need, believing that “In Christ’s Love, Everyone is Someone.” Good Samaritan Society Services@Home is able to provide a minimum of one hour of service up to 24 hours of service, wherever you choose to call home. This can range in service from helping you recover from a recent injury or surgery, assisting with your activities of daily living, or keeping you company. What sets Good Samaritan Society Services@Home apart from other home agencies is that our consultations are free of charge and our contracts are non-binding. You are only charged for the services we provide. Some long-term care insurances do help cover cost. If you are a veteran, we have a great partnership with the VA. The VA services include: • Homemaker, 1-3 hours weekly • Bathing, 1-2 days weekly
• Respite, up to 6 hours per visit/30 visits per year Our non-medical services include: • Relief and respite care • Companionship • Memory care • Personal hygiene and grooming • Dressing • Bathing • Meal preparation • Assistance with light exercise • Ambulating • Medication reminders • Light housekeeping • Laundry • Errand services and appointment escorts • Shopping assistance • House-sitter services • Coordination of skilled care services If you or someone you know might benefit from Good Samaritan Society Services@Home, or if you’d like to find out more, please call (844) 359-4446 or visit www. good-sam.com/quadcityhome.
A t a certain
point, home becomes not simply where we live but who we are. To learn more about Good Samaritan Society – Services@Home, call (844) 359-4446.
All faiths or beliefs are welcome.
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A Good Perspective
Sandwiched: Part I
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And that, in the end, is never efficient athas all. its own what are the workarounds? Do solutions Now that the issue is identified and evengood name, With the Ohio in the rearview mirror, I took to these own what arecountryside the Do The good solutions exist for those who areworkarounds? “sandwiched”? answers pause enough to thatand this Amish didn’t exist forlong those whoto arerealize Thefamily answers to farm these questions vary, be“sandwiched”? sure, a one-size-fits-all solution is the land so much to make a living as to instead make a way of life. questions vary, to be sure, and a one-size-fits-all solution is obtain certain folly. The best approach is always to seek and certain folly. The best approach is always to seek and obtain Our fast-paced, hi-tech world, I decided, gets the two confused good, qualified professional advice for your particular set of good, qualified far too often. professional advice for your particular set of circumstances . . because ifofyour planning doesn’t circumstances . . ..favorite because if your planning doesn’t dotowhat One of my quotes all time, attributed Sirdo what need it to do when you need it do what you GOT it to do, it’s need it to do when you need it do what you GOT it to do, it’s Winston Churchill and popularized by Ronald Reagan came about like having no plan at all. about like having no plan at all. immediately to mind: take a closer at one Next month, we’ll take look atparticular one particular Next “Wemonth, make awe’ll living by what weagetcloser –look we make a life by what scenario that we’re beginning to see more frequently among among scenario that we’re beginning to see more frequently we give”. those areare being sandwiched. 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