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me. We just truly enjoy watching our kids participate
in their various activities. Truthfully, if we were at a
quiet dinner alone, we’d be wondering how the game
was going. ( I know. We need an intervention.) I’ve
learned over the years that Karen would prefer a
handwritten note, or a verbal confirmation instead
of a $9.95 card. She would rather find time to go to
dinner on a night when the kids are not in one of their
various sports or activities and restaurants won’t be
packed. She’d rather subject me to a movie on the
Lifetime Channel (Ugh) than fight the crowds just to
say we had “plans” for Valentines Day.
Love can’t be boxed up in a confectionery
creation, From sealed in card or arranged Mom in a vase. It’s what
we feel every day. I’m pretty lucky to have a wife
that would rather have quality time than scheduled
events. With that said, I have 45 minutes to make it
to Matt’s game on the other side of the Quad Cities.
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Kate needs a new swim cap, so
I’d better go!
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one(s) TEENS you love. AS
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Read with Rover Builds Reading Skills
Lisa Lockheart
Publicity and Outreach Liaison
Rock Island Public Library
Starting in February, kids can practice their
reading skills at the Rock Island Library before one of
the most patient and loving audiences possible - a dog!
The library is bringing back regular read with a
dog events, which it first introduced this summer as part
of its “Paws to Read” programming. The twice-monthly
Read with Rover times allow children from PreK to 6th
grades to practice reading aloud to a therapy dog at the
Rock Island 30/31 and Southwest Branches.
“Reading aloud has great benefits for kids of
all ages, from developing vocabulary to attention. The
dogs proved to be a great draw, even for kids who may
have been reluctant to read before,” says Ranell Dennis,
a children’s librarian from the Rock Island Public
Library.
Each drop-in session pairs a young reader with
a therapy dog and handler from the Quad Cities Canine
Assistance Network (QC CAN). Read with Rover
events will be offered from 5:30 to 6:30 pm on Monday,
Feb. 2 and March 16 at the 30/31 Branch, 3059 30th
Street, and on
Monday, Feb. 23
and March 30 at the
Southwest Branch.
Families who
stay for the 6:30 pm
Pajama Storytimes
just after Read
with Rover can
also experience
a story, song and
craft on different
themes and learning
concepts, including
“backwards” stories
on Feb. 2 and
friendship stories
on Feb. 23. Pajama
storytimes are designed for ages birth to five.
All events are free and open to the public, and no
registration is necessary. For more events that support
family learning and fun, visit www.rockislandlibrary.
org or call 309-732-READ.
Free Fun and Family Learning Here!
Play and Grow group—New structured play group
for ages three and under and parents/caregivers.
Monthly, 2nd Thursday, 10:30 am, Feb. 12 at the
Rock Island Library 30/31 Branch.
Read with Rover— Practice your
reading skills before the world’s most
patient audience - certified therapy
dogs from QC Canine Assistance
Network! 5:30-6:30 pm Mon, Feb. 2 at
30/31 Branch; Feb. 23 at Southwest
Branch. PreK-6th grades
Pop Open a Good Book Winter Reading—Buckets of
reading fun & prizes for all ages—until Feb. 28.
Hug-A-Book Dance Party with
Jeanie B! 6:00 pm, Thurs, Feb. 12,
Rock Island Main Library.
Celebrate reading by dancing along
with children's music rocker Jeanie
B! at a free Hug-A-Book party. Free
book for ages five & under.
Winter Reading Blizzard Bash!
3:00 pm, Sat, Feb. 21, Main Library.
Celebrate winter & reading with an
indoor snowball fight, obstacle
course, snow crafts and more!
Family event for 3rd to 6th grades.
Rock Island Main, 30/31 and Southwest Branches
309-732-READ
www.rockislandlibrary.org
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Ready, Set, Kindergarten!
Felicia Craig
Kindergarten Teacher, Rivermont Collegiate
Beginning Kindergarten
is one of the most exciting and
memorable milestones in a child’s
life. Every parent is eager for his or
her child to have a successful, happy,
and positive kindergarten experience.
Providing a child with a nurturing,
stimulating environment prior to
entering kindergarten increases
readiness for the rich learning
opportunities that kindergarten
provides.
What does “kindergarten readiness” truly mean? In
actuality, it is more about being ready to learn than it is about
acquiring a specific set of skills before the first day of school.
Kindergarten is about learning to be a part of a classroom
community, developing independence and autonomy, and
building a foundation of academic skills that will serve as
building blocks for the elementary school years.
How can parents help their children be prepared and
ready to learn in kindergarten? Here are some ideas!
• Give your child plenty of opportunities to develop social
and communication skills by playing and interacting
with others. Encourage him to use words to express his
feelings, and provide support and praise when he tries new
things, takes turns, and shares. Be consistent when setting
boundaries and expectations for behavior.
• Help your child to develop independence when taking
care of personal needs, such as eating, bathroom and hand
washing routines. As much as possible, have your child be
responsible for getting dressed for the day. Being able to put
on shoes and dressing to go outside to play are important
skills in kindergarten.
• Develop fine and large motor skills with varied activities.
Cutting, coloring, and pencil/paper activities increase
strength in the small hand muscles. Running, jumping,
and bouncing a ball are not only fun for children, but also
important in developing strength and coordination.
• Encourage academic readiness by making reading and basic
math skills part of everyday life. Read to your child daily,
and create a routine of talking about favorite stories. Help
increase your child’s attention span by gradually increasing
the length of the stories. Sing the alphabet together, and
teach your child the letters in his name. Help your child
learn the days of the week, and keep a calendar of family
events. Count things together and notice shapes and colors
– in the grocery store, on car trips, or waiting in the doctor’s
office.
• Teach your child to follow multi-step instructions, such
as “Please pick up your socks and put them in the laundry
basket.” Listening to and following instructions is something
kindergarteners do every day.
Above all, let your child know how proud you are of
him at this special time in his life. Let him know that school
is an exciting and fun place to be. Then, enjoy the journey
together!
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Five Must-Have Reading Apps
Many experts recommend
that children read, or be read to,
for 20 minutes each day. What
better way to help make reading
engaging for your child than
letting them curl up with their
favorite tablet or smartphone to interact with some
fun educational apps? The following free apps are
available for Android and iOS devices – and have
been recommended by educational experts.
Phonics
Originator Kids: Before kids can read, they
need to learn that letters create words – and each letter
has a unique sound. So how do you make it fun for
toddlers to learn about letter sounds? Monsters. This
popular app engages young minds with entertaining
animated monsters that create new words by dancing
across the screen, making unique sounds.
Learning Sight Words
22Learn: Preschoolers and above will enjoy
this fun app that provides a variety of games that help
familiarize them with sight words commonly found in
written English materials.
Read to Me
ReadMeStories: Receive colorful free books
that deliver grade-appropriate content for
young readers. This app is ideal for first- or
second-graders and helps children learn new words
and practice their reading fluency by highlighting
each word as it is read aloud by a narrator -- or readers
can opt to read it themselves.
Learning Language Arts
iTooch: The iTooch series of apps, based on
the U.S. National Common Core Standards, provide
comprehensive lessons and exercises to help students
master subjects across grade levels. For early readers,
this app covers foundational skills, parts of speech,
reading non-fiction to gather information, reading
literature and other helpful topics to help children
emerge as strong readers.
A Stopwatch for Tracking Reading
Scholastic Reading Timer: Track reading
progress each week with this reading log and
stopwatch. Children set the timer for how long they’d
like to read, and when they complete their reading
they select “log” to have the information captured
for that day. Parents view each child’s dashboard to
see total minutes logged for the current and previous
week – so they can easily reward students for their
determination.
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HEALTHY HABITS FOR
HEALTHY MOTHER AND HABITS BABYFOR
Karen Wadsworth R.D.H
Alex Brandtner Children’s Dentistry
Brooke Falline MOTHER R.D.H., ABC Family Dentistry
Starting healthy habits at an early age is important AND BABY
This for your month’s children. article Healthy is geared habits include brushing and bed or put the child to sleep with a bottle in the crib. If
towards Brooke Falline R.D.H., ABC Family Dentistry
flossing the your dos child’s and teeth don’ts twice of daily along with taking you sleep with the child while he/she is breastfeeding,
breast your feeding, This child month’s to bottle the dentist article feeding by is and their geared first birthday and for the child bed or will put begin the child to think to sleep that with falling a bottle asleep in the occurs crib. If
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Are you interested helping children in Scott County?
Would you like to serve on a volunteer board?
The Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa Board is
seeking new members. This is a great opportunity to serve your
community!
We are seeking someone with an interest in early childhood in
Scott County. This person must not have any associations to any of the
agencies or businesses the Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa
Board is contracted with for services. This person must reside in Scott
County.
Please call Jesse at 563/326-8221 for an application. The
application can also be found on our website at www.ScottCountyKids.
org .
Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa…what is Scott
County Kids Early Childhood Iowa?
Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa strives to ensure that
“Every child beginning at birth will be healthy and successful.”
How does Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa ensure
that “Every child beginning at birth will be healthy and successful”
in Scott County?
Through community involvement community priorities are
established. The Scott County Kids Early Childhood board may
contract with a community agency to provide a completely unique
service or an already existing service may be modified or enhanced to
meet a particular need. Often the limited funding Scott County Kids
Early Childhood Iowa has is utilized to meet identified community need;
other times, needs can be met through facilitating communication with
the early childhood service providers. Our community is fortunate to
have a vast array of caring early childhood professionals.
What is the Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa
Board?
The Scott County Kids Early Childhood Board is
comprised of community leaders in the areas of education,
health, human services, faith, business and of course parents.
How does Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa
get the funding they disperse?
From the Early Childhood Iowa state board. The
state departments supporting Early Childhood Iowa are the
Department of Education, Department of Human Services
and Department of Health. Funding must be for services for
children prenatal through age 5.
How does Scott County Kids decide how to spend
funding?
Through evaluation of community forum information
and community data assessments, the Scott County Kids Early
Childhood Board has established community priorities. These
community priorities drive funding decisions. The priorities
are as follows:
1. Advance healthy physical and mental development for all
children, with a priority to at-risk children.
2. Increase access to affordable quality learning environments
for all children.
3. Increase awareness regarding the importance of the early
years.
4. Increase positive relationships between children and parents.
5. Increase the number of center and home based providers
meeting quality standards.
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What parents are telling me about
school and their children’s struggles
Jill D. Evola-Vokt
Education Consultant - tutor doctor
Families share with me lots of frustrations about
how their kids aren’t making progress in school. That’s
usually why they call – to get some help for their student
to bring up grades, do better on tests, get organized with
studying and being prepared, and just overall academic
success. Many times the stress at home has reached
unbearable levels. Parents complain they can’t help
their students. Homework is beyond their abilities, they
don’t know where or how to begin helping, their student
doesn’t bring home any work to help with! Sometimes,
the student is demoralized because of poor grades.
Everyone is pressured to improve the academics, and,
even though school is important, the student’s health
and well-being are even more urgent.
When it looks like your student is just not going
to progress beyond “getting by” or average work, not
really succeeding or “getting it” in any or all subjects
at school, listen to the encouragement of other parents
who have found tutoring to provide the solution.
“It is worth every penny we spend to know that
(son) has (tutor) who will help him. He is so much
more confident now!” says a parent whose 6th grader
sat quietly in class and did not ask questions and
consequently didn’t do well.
“(Tutor) is awesome! She has helped us get
over the hump and get much better test results. Just
helping (daughter) get ready for tests has made her
relax and do better,” says a mom whose 10th grader
was anxious during math tests and couldn’t do as
well as she had the competence to do.
Another parent of a shy 3th grader has told me,
“(tutor) explains things in such a clear and patient
way! (Son) loves her and makes sure to hug him
when she comes for tutoring.”
If your child is not doing as well as he could,
there may be many reasons for it. A carefullymatched
tutor who comes to your home, forms an
understanding of your child’s learning style and
needs, helps nurture an enthusiasm for learning
again, and enables your child to succeed in school
is one of the very best investments in a child’s
education and the best way of overcoming academic
struggles.
Call me, Jill Vokt, owner of Tutor Doctor QCA
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Is my child falling
behind in school?
Ellen Reilly Christie
Learning Supports Specialist, Davenport Schools
You might feel as a parent you are the last one to know
your child is falling behind in school. We get busy, no one
says anything, and no news is good news right? Here are some
tips to know you might want to give the teacher a call or check
out that online program that you can access from your home
computer to see what assignments are missing. The following
are some indicators that you may need to investigate further to
be sure your child is not falling behind in school.
1) They don’t want to talk about it. Or they fidget. Or change
the subject. Or just ignore you. You may want to look into
things yourself. Try not to ask “why” questions…they invite
your child to make excuses. Instead stick to “what”…what
did you do today? What are you working on in math? What
is going on?
2) Younger children may suddenly appear more needy or
clingy. If they are struggling in school they may not be able
to verbalize this to you and instead seem to really “need”
you. This is a sign you cannot ignore. Investigate.
3) Your child shows signs of aggression and acting like
something is really bothering them especially right before or
after school. Call school to see if they notice the same thing.
4) You notice that your child just does not seem interested in
anything related to school. Sit down with them and ask
what they are working on, to show you an example, or
demonstrate something they have recently learned. If they
are not interested, cry, or have nothing to show you, don’t
wait. Call the school and describe your concerns to the
teacher or school counselor.
5) The behavior is fine, but the grades are not. Sometimes the
squeaky wheel gets the grease...and that means a child who
acts out is more likely to get a call from school than one who
does not demonstrate any behavior concerns. If you get a
report card that seems out of sync, do not wait for the next
one. Call the teacher and schedule a conference. You do not
have to wait for conferences to meet with the teacher. Act
now.
Above all, talk to your child. Tell them you support
them and will work to find ways to help them get caught up.
Sometimes kids lose steam by the middle of the year and hit a
slump, especially after the holidays. Providing help managing
schoolwork, talking to teachers, and using that online system
may be all that you need. More intensive interventions may be
needed like tutoring or extra help from the teacher. Regardless,
do not ignore signs that you, as a parent, recognize as unusual
or out of the ordinary when it comes to school. Pay attention
and ask for help if your child does not know how to do that for
themselves. They will learn from your example!
Ever get ravenous between breakfast and lunch? Especially if you had a very early morning?
These breakfast cookies are the perfect, healthy pick-me-up that helps to tide you over until the
next meal. Keep them in the freezer and they’ll last for up to 3 months.
Blueberry Oat Breakfast Cookies
2 ripe bananas, mashed
1 c. unsweetened applesauce
2 T. chia seeds
1/2 t. salt
1/2 t. cinnamon
1/4 c. slivered almonds
1 1/4 c. dry oatmeal
1 T. flax seed
1/2 c. whole wheat flour
1/2 c. blueberries
1. In a large bowl combine all the ingredients, except the
blueberries, mixing well. The batter will be wet.
2. Gently fold in the blueberries.
3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a cookie sheet.
4. Using a large cookie scoop, scoop the “dough” onto the pan, gently pressing each cookie
down until it is flat.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until just golden.
6. Allow to cool before eating. Keep on the cookie sheet if wanting to freeze, placing the cookie
sheet in the freezer for at least one hour. Remove cookies from the cookie sheet and place in
freezer safe storage bags. To eat out of the freezer, microwave each cookie for 25 seconds.
For more of Ally’s recipes check out recipe section at
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Education
SNOWMAN
Evin Ersan
Junior Reporter for QC Family Focus Magazine
Adults like to talk about the weather a lot. I have
noticed almost every day I hear them talking about
it. Kids, not so much, unless it’s the first snow or a
“Snow “Day” of no school. So that got me thinking
about weather and especially winter weather …. and
snow. I love the snow, because that means skiing
and sledding and tubing and all sorts of fun stuff to
do, but not all people love it. The snow itself can be
dangerous and a hassle. For people who need to get
around and go to work and run their businesses and
invite customers in, snow can really mess things up.
I had never really thought about this before until I
talked to my Uncle Tim Whitty. My uncle Tim owns
a business called Top Notch Grounds Maintenance
and he knows all about snow. He invited me to see
what a real Snow Man does!
EVIN: What got you interested in this business?
TIM Whitty: Well, I never liked the idea if sitting
at a desk. I have always loved being outdoors and
active, and I wanted to do something that would have
a variety of different tasks and jobs. This business is
perfect for someone like me.
EVIN: Have you ever had to go out in a storm?
TIM Whitty: Yes, I have. They can be fun, but they
can also be a lot of work. A few years back we had
about 18 inches of snowfall here in the Quad Cities
and that kept us really busy.
EVIN: What are some of the challenges of doing a
job like this?
Tim Whitty: In my business I really need dependable
people who enjoy this type of work. I am lucky I have
a good team, but good people can be hard to find.
Weather can be challenging because even with all of
our forecasting tools it can still be unpredictable.
EVIN: So if there’s no snow in the winter do you get
a day off?
Tim Whitty: No, not really because we need to do
maintenance and fuel up our equipment. We also
need to clean it because all of that salt can be very
corrosive. On days that we don’t have as many jobs
we need to ensure that we get new business as well
as do billings for the jobs we have already completed.
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Ensuring my people are probably trained is also
important because there are new types of jobs and
new equipment all the time.
EVIN: What do you do in the summer?
Tim Whitty: We do a lot. Commercial mowing,
planting, fertilizing, laying mulch, building retaining
walls, fire pits, patios, all kinds of landscaping jobs.
I also have a commercial sweeping truck that we use
to do parking lot sweeping and construction clean up.
EVIN: What do you like most about this type of
work?
Tim Whitty: I like being able to be outside and
active. I like to exceed my customer’s expectations,
doing extra things I know they will appreciate. I get
a lot of satisfaction from seeing a job completed. I
take pride in what I do. I like being my own boss and
working with my team.
What a cool job! Driving around big awesome
equipment, being outside, meeting new people,
having lots of different things to do and helping to
keep things safe. Very cool. Thanks Uncle Tim!
If you want more info on Top Notch Grounds
Maintenance Call: 563-508-3630.
Watch my video with Tim
Whitty where he shows me the
ropes on what is like to be a real
SNOW MAN! http://vimeo.
com/116601731
Fun Fact: Lake Park, in
northwest Iowa, holds
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of vegetation. Certain birds like bluebirds and wrens
will actually huddle or even stack on top of each other
to keep warm.
While birds can’t put on an extra set of feathers in
cold conditions, they can ‘fluff up’. By fluffing up and
creating air space between feathers as well as feathers
and skin, it is like putting on an extra jacket.
Wet feathers under very cold conditions would
spell curtains for any bird. Fortunately, birds have oilproducing
glands that allow them to preen a waterproof
coating onto their feathers to keep their so-called ‘warm
jacket’ from getting wet.
What about certain water birds like ducks or
mallards? Like most birds they have an amazing number
of blood vessels in their feet and legs that minimize
heat loss. That’s why they’re able to spend a lot of time
swimming in cold water or walking on ice.
So remember, feathers with food equals warmth
for these birds during the dead of winter.​
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Education
Dedication
Bucks in the Bank:
Keep Track of Your Money!
Tawnya Hambly
Public Relations Director, JA of the Heartland
www.jaheartland.org
Everyone wants a safe place to
keep their money. They also want
to know how much they spend and
save. When you put your money
in a bank, you are opening a bank
account. The account is listed
in your name and is a record of
the money you deposit (put into
your account) and the money you
withdrawal (money you take out of
your account). The balance is the money you have left.
Pretend you want to buy a new bike. Let’s follow the
flow of money to help make that purchase. Fill in the
blank using one of these words: Earn, Withdrawal, Bank
Account, Deposit, Long-Term.
1. The money trail starts with earning money. You can
__________ income from an after-school job or an
allowance. You can also receive a cash gift from a
relative or friend.
2. After you have earned some money you ask an adult to
help you open a __________ _________ at your local
bank.
3. The money you put into your bank account is called a
___________. Each time you make one use your bank
account register to track the money.
4. Some items you may want to purchase, like a new bike,
are expensive and require you to save for a long time.
This is called ______-_______ savings.
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5. When you have collected enough money to buy a bike
it is time to take the money out of your bank account.
This is called a _____________.
6. Now you are ready to buy your new bike!
Keeping track of the money is your bank account is a
good habit to develop. It helps you make good decisions
on when to save or spend. Let’s practice! Read the
situations below, make a decision, and track your new
account balance. Will your decision lead you to depositing
(+) money or withdrawing (-) money from your bank
account? Be sure to write your new bank account balance
on the blank line after each decision.
Your current bank account balance is $25.
1. Your favorite charity needs help. You decide to donate
$10 (make a withdrawal) or donate an hour of your time
(worth $10 per hour). Account balance: $________
2. You and your best friend collect bottles and cans.
The recycling center pays $18. The two of you split
the money (make a deposit). Account balance?
$_________
3. You have $5 in your pocket and you are hungry. You
decide to spend it on a snack or save it for something
you want more (make a deposit). Account balance?
$_______
4. There’s a new movie you want to see, but your
neighbor will pay you to rake her yard. You decide
to go to the movie and spend $5 (make a withdrawal)
or earn $5 raking (make a deposit). Account balance?
$_________
5. You earn $2 a week for doing chores. Deposit one
month’s allowance ($2x4 weeks). Account balance?
$_________
Keeping track of your money is an important
responsibility. Did it help you in making your decisions?
Developing good money management habits now will
help you build a solid foundation for money management
in the future. Remember to save often and spend wisely
– good luck!
Article content is a part of JA More than Money® curriculum.

It’s Heart Month. Whether you
are a trying to find the perfect
gift to make someone’s heart
smile or getting stronger to
make your heart healthier,
we have some advice!
A great way to show
someone you care.
- Did you know 141
million Valentine’s Day
cards are exchanged
annually, making
Valentine’s Day
the second-most
popular greetingcard-giving
occasion. (This
total excludes
packaged kids
valentines for classroom
exchanges.)
- There are 119 single men (i.e., never married,
widowed or divorced) who are in their 20s for
every 100 single women of the same ages. There
are 34 single men (i.e., never married, widowed
or divorced) age 65 or older for every 100 single
women of the same ages. The number of dating
service establishments nationwide is now in the
vicinity of 1,000. These establishments, which
include Internet dating services, employ more than
5,000 people and pulled in more than $490 million
in revenues.
CANDY IS DANDY
- There are currently more than 1,200 locations
producing chocolate and cocoa products in the
United States. These establishments employ more
than 43.000 people.
- The total value of shipments for firms producing
chocolate and cocoa products is approximately $14
billion.
-The latest numbers show the annual consumption of
candy by Americans was 25 pounds per year. Candy
consumption has actually declined over the last few
years; in 1997, each American gobbled or savored
more than 27 pounds of candy a year.
FLOWERS
- The combined sales of flowers for Valentine’s Day is
just over $397 million. Roses are the most popular
flower to give to your sweetheart.
JEWELRY
- Jewelry stores across America will sell more than
$2.5 billion worth of merchandise.
Heart-Shaped
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for Valentine , s Day
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Feb. 1-15
Some dates may vary by store.
Get It Delivered!
Whether you are looking for a romantic
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say “I love you” or a Valentine’s treat to
share with the entire family. You will find
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My parents said I needed to eat more protein so I found this
recipe! Here’s a healthy snack that is full of protein but
tastes like one of the most awesome treats you’ll ever taste.
Ela’s Peanut butter protein balls:
Dry Ingredients:
2 cups uncooked natural oatmeal
1 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 cup Goji berries (or you can substitute cranberries)
1/2 cup currents
1/2 cup flaxseed (not ground)
Mix In:
1 cup all natural peanut butter ( creamy style)
1 cup natural honey
Directions:
Mix dry ingredients together.
Mix peanut butter and honey
in another bowl. Stir both
mixtures together. Form
into 1 inch balls. Store in
airtight container separated
by wax paper. Sprinkle a little
real Coco on top if you’d like.
Freeze. Enjoy!!
Ela Ersan - 5th grade
Hopewell elementary
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living a longer, happier and healthier life.
Raising Heart Healthy Kids
by American Heart Association
As a young person, if you start doing small things every day that keep your body healthy, you hav
The things that you do to keep your heart healthy will also make you less likely to develop many o
diseases, like type 2 diabetes and cancer.” These small steps are not expensive or difficult to take
can go a long way toward helping you feel your best.
As a young person, if you start doing small 6. Keep your total cholesterol healthy.
Make small choices every day to keep your heart healthy
things every day that keep your body healthy, you 7. Keep your blood sugar healthy.
have a better chance of living a longer, happier To make it fun and exciting, the American
and healthier life.
Then it gets easier
Heart
to make
Association
choices every day
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that help
created
keep you
a
healthy.
website called
The things that you do to keep your heart “My Life Check” that will help you understand
healthy will also make you less likely How to develop do I know your if heart my heart health is and healthy? give you and your family
many other types of diseases, like
ideas to make the best
type 2 diabetes and cancer. These
choices.
small steps are not expensive or
The Life’s Simple 7
difficult to take, and taking them can
series describes things
go a long way toward helping you
you can do on your
feel your best.
own to keep your heart
Find out if your heart is
healthy and some things
healthy using Life’s Simple 7.
that may require the help
They are:
of a health professional.
1. Avoid smoking and using tobacco
Making small changes
products.
in your life can add up to
2. Be physically active every day.
a big difference in your
3. Eat a heart-healthy diet.
heart health, even for
4. Keep a healthy weight.
children and teenagers!
5. Keep your blood pressure healthy.
You make many choices every day, like what color socks to wear or how to fix your hair. When it c
decisions that keep you healthy, it may seem difficult to choose better options when so many thing
just more fun. You just need to take small steps in a healthy direction and that begins by knowing
are:
Here’s a great gift to give your
sweetheart. Enter below for a
chance to win dinner for two at
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1. Avoid smoking and using tobacco products.
2. Be physically active every day.
3. Eat a heart-healthy diet.
4. Keep a healthy weight.
5. Keep your blood pressure healthy.
6. Keep your total cholesterol healthy.
7. Keep your blood sugar healthy.
Find out if your heart is healthy using Life’s S
We’ll help you understand how to keep your heart healthy. To make it fun and exciting, the Americ
Association has created a website called “My Life Check” (link opens in a new window) that will he
your heart health and give you and your family ideas to make the best choices.
The Life’s Simple 7 series describes things you can do on your own to keep your heart healthy an
may require the help of a health professional.
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QC Family Focus - February 2015 19

Happy Hearts
Diamonds and Custom-Made Jewelry
A Thrilling Combination for that Special Someone
Mark McLaughlin
Mickle Communications
With Valentine’s
Day on its way, it’s
time to think about
the perfect gift for that
special someone. If
you are looking for a
unique gift that your
sweetheart will cherish
for years to come,
consider diamonds
set in custom-made
jewelry.
“Diamonds are
our No. 1 item of jewelry purchased on Valentine’s
Day,” said William Doland, manager and one of
the four owners of Doland Jewelers. “That includes
diamond engagement rings, pendants, earrings, and
bracelets.”
William added that custom-made jewelry is
a popular choice for Valentine’s Day as well. “The
demand for individualized jewelry keeps our designers
busy,” he said. William is the primary designer at
Doland Jewelers. His father, Michael Doland, started
the business during the mid 1980s in Bellevue, Iowa.
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William was in the
7th grade when he
began training at
his father’s side.
After graduating
from the University
of Northern Iowa
and the Gemological Institute of America in 2003,
William moved to Davenport and started managing
the Davenport location.
Doland Jewelers has two locations in Iowa –
3865 Elmore Ave., Davenport, and 1735 J.F.K. Rd.,
Dubuque. Three designers, including William and
Michael, from each Doland store have won Best
of Show in the Iowa Jewelers Association Designer
Contest.
“To make a piece of custom jewelry, such as
a ring,” William said, “our designers start the process
by talking with the client, to determine what they
have in mind. Once a rough sketch has been decided
upon, a computer aided design, or CAD, can be made
which is a very realistic image of what the piece will
look like.”
Once a design has been created, the designer
carves a wax model of the piece and invests the wax
model in a plaster mold. The wax is then burned out of
the mold and the metal of choice is injected in
its place. The designer quenches the hot flask
in water and removes the cast piece from the
plaster mold. The final steps are cleaning up
the rough casting, setting stones and polishing
the piece.
William added that Doland Jewelers can
turn old pieces of jewelry into new creations.
The metal can be melted down, poured into
the mold of a custom design, and reset with
the stones. This process creates a new piece at
an affordable price, since the precious metal,
and in most cases stones, are being provided
by the customer.
“People may think that a custom design
is out of their price range,” William said, “but
depending on the piece, the price difference
can be very small. It’s definitely an option
worth pursuing.”
To contact the Davenport location, call
(563) 326-1847. The Dubuque location can be
reached at (563) 583-7936. You can also get
in touch with Doland Jewelers online at www.
dolandjewelers.com/contact-us.

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Applying for College Scholarships
Kirk Marske
Director, Career Cruising Quad Cities
February is the heart of financial aid season, a
time when current and future college students can pursue
financial assistance for their education costs. The financial
aid application process actually begins January 1 when
students planning to attend college can submit their Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. A
FAFSA form determines a student’s eligibility for state and
federal financial aid.
But state and federal assistance is not the only
aid available during this time of year – most scholarship
opportunities are presented now, too.
Scholarship opportunities are easy to find, if you
know where to look. A high school’s counseling office is a
great starting point – visit the office or find the information
on-line through the school’s website. Many schools include
scholarship openings in their daily announcements, and local
newspapers publish scholarship announcements and press
releases. Students can also search local business and nonprofit
websites (i.e. credit unions, community foundations,
etc.) for scholarship opportunities.
Career Cruising Quad Cities (CCQC) has
comprehensive information about the financial aid process,
too – guides, articles, and other on-line resources outlining
everything you need to know about obtaining aid. CCQC
also has a Financial Aid Selector tool that helps students
identify high-probability scholarship opportunities based on
the student’s personal merits.
Surprisingly, many scholarship ads draw little or
no response, so just FINDING a scholarship opportunity is
often a great first-step towards an award.
Most scholarships are merit-based, not need-based
like other forms of financial aid. Merit-based means the
scholarship is awarded based on a student’s characteristics,
achievements, or accomplishments.
A common perception is that scholarships are only
for straight-A students but that’s not true. If you have red
hair, speak Pig Latin, or write left-handed, there is probably
a scholarship for you somewhere!
If a student is still undecided about their college
choice and an out-of-state college is among the options,
there is one scholarship-related factor to consider. Some
scholarships require a student to use the funds within the
state of their residence. So, students attending an in-state
school may have more scholarship opportunities than those
attending an out-of-state school.
For families with younger students, make a
record of scholarships you may apply for in the future as
many scholarships are offered annually within the same
time frame and with the same criteria. Students can also
prepare for scholarship applications by volunteering and
participating in activities that enhance their scholarship
qualifications.
Quad Cities area businesses and organizations can list their scholarship opportunities on
Career Cruising Quad Cities. Scholarship information can be submitted to kirk.marske@ja.org.
Career Cruising Quad Cities is a web-based career exploration program administered by
Junior Achievement of the Heartland in partnership with The Moline Foundation. For more information or
to volunteer, visit www.CareerCruisingQuadCities.org
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Take Small Daily Action Steps
Phyllis Zalenski for Health and Wealth
As many of us take actions
toward resolutions or goals set
for the new year, it is a good time
to consider small steps that can
be taken to improve health and
increase wealth. Each year, issues
related to these two important
areas of life (e.g., losing weight
and saving money) top surveys
about the resolutions that people
make. The Small Steps to Health
and Wealth program from Rutgers Cooperative
Extension is built upon the premise that small, positive
daily actions improve health and personal finances
over time. Dr. Barbara O’Neill, Extension Specialist in
Financial Resource Management, offers the following
guidance.
Learning to learn is one of life’s most important
skills. One way to make progress toward a health or
wealth goal is to learn more about health and personal
finance topics. Make a conscious effort to learn something
new every day. Read an article, watch a television show,
listen to the radio, talk to other people (family, friends,
co-workers, professionals) and/or visit relevant Web
sites. Start a filing system for interesting information
so that you can
refer to it later, if
needed.
Another
positive action is
finding chunks of
time to improve
your health and
wealth. Look
for them and
dedicate this time
to making daily
progress. There
are 1,440 minutes in a day or 144 ten-minute chunks
of time. Subtract about 7 hours for sleep and that
leaves 100. Fitness experts say that it is fine to perform
physical activity in 10 to 15 minute “chunks” of time.
Gradual progress is also fine for financial maintenance
tasks such as calculating net worth, requesting free
credit reports, and preparing written financial goals and
budgets. Another way to “find time” is “smart multitasking.”
Read a mutual fund prospectus or exercise
while watching television, for example.
Finally, decide to incorporate small daily
action steps into your daily routine. Below are some
suggestions based on government recommendations
and frequently cited expert advice:
Daily Health Behaviors:
• Avoid drinking sugar-sweetened beverages (e.g.,
regular soda and sweetened waters and iced teas)
• Eat 7 to 9 servings of fruits and vegetables daily
• Get at least 7 hours of sleep per night
• Eat an adequate amount of fiber
• Consume less than 1,500 mg of sodium per day
• Eat foods low in fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol
• Get at least 30 minutes of physical activity at least 5
days per week.
Daily Financial Behaviors:
• Follow a written spending plan (budget) for spending
and saving money
• Save at least $1per day and/or loose change in a
savings account and/or a can or jar
• Avoid using payday loans, car title loans, pawn shop
loans, cash advances, and other high-cost debt
• Eat at least two meals a day prepared at home instead
of at a deli or restaurant (excluding traveling)
• Use advertisements, apps, coupons, promo codes,
sales, and/or discounts to save money on purchases
• Do something proactive every day to save money or
reduce expenses
There are no “magic bullets” that guarantee
health and wealth. But daily progress will build upon
itself, just like compound interest. If you do something
consistently, at least 5 times a week, you will make
steady progress. Each little step adds to the ones before
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TIME FOR YOU!
Stacey Spillum
PURE HAIR STUDIO
New Year, new YOU!? Or how about New
Year….. TIME for you!?! We meet many ladies every
day that are going through daily routines such as
kids, work, laundry, car pool, dinner, laundry, doctor
appointments, laundry, vet, working out, kids, and last
but not least LAUNDRY. When is there time for you?
What if I told you that for two hours, every 4-8 weeks
you can sit and be relaxed, get a scalp massage, read a
magazine, catch up on emails, and close your eyes in
peace? I promise you at the end of two hours you will
look and FEEL like a new woman ready to take on the
world (or that never-ending pile of laundry)!
Here’s the thing ladies, salon appointments can
be over looked, canceled because of sick kids, or put off
for 6 months to a year or MORE! When you actually
get there and you have an amazing stylist in a relaxing
atmosphere; what can happen to you in 2 hours is worth
every effort, penny and time it took you to get there! A
good stylist can give you just what you need without a
stressful consultation, within your price range and with
a relaxing touch to send you to wonderland for a little
while.
We at Pure Hair Studio do just that for you.
Our coveted consultations guide you through price,
maintenance, and home care essentials. We set you up
for successful styling at home and ease in your daily
routine. We finish every service with a makeup touchup
that can open your eyes to a basic makeup regimen that
works for you. We strive to create a beauty regimen
that will work within your time frame regardless if it’s
5 or 25 minutes you have each day. We at Pure have
independently researched and tested every product that
we offer. We are proud to offer products free of parabens,
gluten, sulfates, talc, as well as vegan friendly options.
In addition, we provide formaldehyde free keratin
treatments, ammonia free hair color, and many options
to accommodate many skin sensitivities and allergies.
We offer Hair care, Skin care, and family products that
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Cope with Stress by Taking Care of Yourself
By Michael Oppelt, D.C.
Faculty Clinician, Palmer Chiropractic Clinics
Not all stress is the same, and
how we react and respond to it is the
difference between good stress and
bad stress. Stress is expressed through
hormonal fluctuations. The key to
managing your stress is to have a
strategy to help counteract your body’s
natural responses. Following are eight
tips that can help you more fully enjoy
your life and the people around you.
1. Positive Perception: Every grey
cloud has a silver lining, so always identify the positive
attributes of a troubling situation.
2. Nutrition: Food is a cornerstone of the holidays, and many
of us are trying to make healthier choices in the new year.
Making good food choices can go a long way to managing
stress. Teas such as Oolong and Chamomile have long
been acknowledged as positive mood and immune
promoters. Fruits like oranges, clementines, apple slices,
bananas, lemons and kiwis are all packed with immune
boosting nutrients that keep you feeling good. Omega 3
fatty acids are now placed in foods from eggs to pasta to
juices, so buying foods with the omega difference is a big
step toward mood and immune support.
3. Motion: Even though it’s cold outside, staying active and
in motion is essential to keeping your muscles strong and
your joints mobile. More importantly, it helps your heart
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and lungs supply your brain and body all they need to keep
you alert, happy and healthy. Regular exercise doesn’t
necessarily involve going to the gym. Mall walking has
become my mother’s favorite exercise and winter social
club.
4. Sunlight: Although you may not think of the sun in the
frigid framework of winter, the sun remains an important
catalyst to vitamin D production and a mood stabilizer.
5. Deep Breathing: Taking time to bathe your brain in oxygen
is always beneficial. Inhale slowly for eight seconds, hold
the breath for another eight seconds, and then exhale
slowly for eight seconds.
6. Soft Love: Time with family, close friend(s), or perhaps
a pet all deliver a reduction in blood pressure and stress
hormone levels.
7. Laughter: When calendars are full and the day falls
short in providing enough time to finish everything that
needs your attention, the idea of laughing may sound silly.
However, silly is good, and finding the cracks in the chaos
can cheer you up and perhaps deliver a beneficial attitude
break that is the difference between an overwhelming day
and a good day. Laughing is the best natural mood boost
the body has to offer!
8. Chiropractic Care: Adjustments are brilliant at
maintaining joint mobility, muscular balance, aiding
pain-free motion and restoring restful sleep cycles. By
following all of these steps, including a chiropractic health
plan, you’ll cope much better with stress all year long.
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He’s Got Game:
LeClaire Man Back in Action
after Rotator Cuff Surgery
Bowling has been a part of
Dennis Whitlock’s life for more than
40 years and an injured shoulder
was not going to keep him out of the
league. “I’ve bowled since I was
about 17,” says Dennis, now 57. “I’m
not going to stop now.”
Dennis has also been a welder at
the John Deere Davenport Works for
almost as long as he’s been bowling
in the local Deere league. “I do a lot
of lifting, pulling, and pushing every
day — somewhere along the line my
shoulder was going to wear out.”
His shoulder started hurting while
Dennis was performing some weekend
chores. “It was the middle of the
bowling season and my shoulder
started to hurt. I had dealt with pain
before, but I went bowling any way.
However the pain got worse and didn’t
go away. I had trouble lifting my
arm so I knew it was time to see my
doctor.”
Following X-rays and an MRI, ORA
Orthopedics’ surgeon, Dr. Suleman
Hussain, determined Dennis’ rotator
cuff was severely torn and needed
surgery. “He had a massive rotator
cuff tear in the right shoulder. The
tendon had shifted away from where
it’s supposed to be. I see this type
of injury often. It’s very common in
active people who depend on their
shoulders.”
Rotator Cuff Injuries Common
Dr. Hussain explains that the rotator
cuff is a group of four muscles that
starts in the chest and turns into
tendons that attach to the shoulder
joint. These muscles and tendons are
responsible for the shoulder’s stability,
strength, and motion.
Patients with torn rotator cuffs
experience significant shoulder pain,
weakness, and limited use of their
arm because the injury is actually
a physical separation of the tendon
from the upper arm bone.” For Dennis
Whitlock, it meant surgery.
Dr. Hussain performed an
arthroscopic shoulder surgery to
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Avid bowler, Dennis Whitlock, 57, LeClaire, is back in the game
following successful shoulder surgery at ORA Orthopedics.
Dr. Suleman Hussain,
Shoulder Surgeon, ORA Orthopedics
repair Dennis’ torn rotator cuff. He
re-attached the tendon to the bone
with small anchors made of a material
that will eventually dissolve as the
bone re-grows. He says advancements
in outpatient arthroscopic shoulder
surgery have meant smaller incisions,
fewer scars, and a quicker recovery
than in the past.
“The incision portals for the
arthroscope are less than 1 cm long —
significantly smaller than traditional
open surgical incisions. The result is
less pain and muscle damage for the
patients who are then able to return to work
and the hobbies they enjoy most.”
“Dr. Hussain did a wonderful job,” adds
Dennis. “Everything went well and I was
home the same day. He advised me to take
my time in physical therapy and not go
back to work or bowling too quickly or my
shoulder could tear again. Now my arm
feels so much better. I rely on my shoulder
to do my work every day, and I’m back up
to bowling at full speed.” With an average
score of 220, Dennis is still on a quest for his
perfect game.
For more information on ORA Orthopedics
and its outpatient arthroscopic surgical
options, log on to www.qcora.com and for
ORA events and patient success stories,
follow ORA on Facebook.
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Keratoconus
Michael Boehm, M.D.
Keratoconus is estimated to
affect about 1 in 2,000 people, but with
varying severities of the disease.
What is keratoconus?
The word keratoconus is formed from
two Greek words, “kerato,” meaning
cornea, and “konus,” meaning cone.
The cornea is the “clear window” of the
eye covering the iris (colored part of the
eye). Keratoconus is a condition in which
the normal round shape of the cornea becomes progressively
thin and steeply curved, developing a cone-like bulge that can
result in significant visual impairment. Keratoconus usually
first appears anywhere from the early teenage years to around
thirty. The condition often progresses slowly for the first
several years, at which time it
can stabilize. However, some
patients continue to show
significant progression and
develop irregular astigmatism.
As the keratoconus becomes
worse, the cornea can become
very irregular in shape and
develop scars that can lead to
marked visual impairment.
What causes keratoconus?
The cause of
keratoconus is unknown, but a
number of theories have been proposed based on association
with other anomalies or from experimental data. Due to a
large number of exceptions to each of the theories, no single
theory can explain all cases. In fact, there may be several
predisposing factors. Heredity appears to play a role in some
cases, but those links may only be present in roughly 1 in
10 cases. There is an association with eye rubbing, but it
is not clear whether this is causative or as a response to the
blurry vision induced by the disease. Patients report several
common symptoms. The most frequent is a gradual loss of
visual acuity, even with the best correction with glasses or
contact lenses. Frequent and significant changes in the power,
or refractive error, of the eye are often seen as keratoconus
is evolving. While usually involving both eyes, one eye
may have advanced disease and the other may exhibit mild
or asymptomatic keratoconus. Mild to severe photophobia or
light sensitivity and halos at night around lights may also be
reported.
How is keratoconus treated?
In the early stages of keratoconus, standard eyeglasses
may correct the mild amount of nearsightedness and
astigmatism that is experienced. When the disease advances,
contact lenses are often the only way to correct visual
acuity. Most of the time, this is a permanent and successful
remedy. The contacts must be fitted with great care, and most
keratoconus patients need frequent exams and contact
lens changes to achieve good vision and comfort.
Contact lenses, including special “keratoconus lenses,”
act as a new refractive surface to help improve the visual
acuity of the patient by “masking” the cone shape of the
cornea. A proper contact lens fit is essential for good
vision and to maintain proper corneal health.
Contact lenses can greatly improve the visual
acuity of the typical keratoconus patient. However,
keratoconus can advance to the point that either
significant astigmatism or severe scarring diminishes
the patient’s ability to wear contact lenses. At this point,
surgical intervention is recommended. Roughly 10-15%
of keratoconus patients will require some form of corneal
transplantation. Corneal transplants are one of the most
successful transplant surgeries due to the lack of a blood
system in the tissue of the cornea. This decreases the
incidence of immune reaction and
tissue rejection. While there is a 95%
rate of success in corneal transplants
for keratoconus, this procedure, like
all operations, involves potentially
serious risk. If the first transplant
is not successful, a second can be
undertaken successfully. Reoccurrence
of keratoconus in the transplanted
cornea has happened, but is extremely
rare. Even after a successful surgery,
glasses or contact lens correction are
often needed Two newer treatments
to address earlier stages of keratoconus
have been introduced to stabilize the thinning cornea,
potentially avoid progression of scarring, and the need
for more invasive surgery. Intacs are inert corneal “rings”
that can be implanted into the corneal tissue. They act as
“struts” to flatten the steep cornea and potentially allow
successful contact lens fitting. Corneal cross-linking, a
procedure widely available outside of the US, is now in
clinical trials in this country and shows great progress at
potentially “arresting” the disease progress. The cornea
is treated with riboflavin and UV light, which induces a
reaction in the cornea that strengthens and stiffens the
cornea. This procedure hopefully will be approved by
the FDA in 2015.
With the options available today, a keratoconus
patient can obtain very functional vision in today’s world
of eye care.
Michael Boehm, M.D. is a board certified comprehensive
ophthalmologist at Eye Surgeons Associates with a fellowship in cornea and
external diseases and a specialty interest in dry eye. Dr. Boehm practices at
our offices in Bettendorf, Rock Island, and Silvis. For more information visit
www.esaeyecare.com.
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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Hearing Loss: Don’t Rely on a Quick-Fix Solution
Ellen Verlo, M.A., CCC-A
Audiology Consultants
Some people may think that hearing loss is a part of life
and we have to accept it. But in fact, it should never be ignored.
Even though hearing loss can have many negative consequences
on day-to-day living, the average person still takes eight years
to seek help. They may suffer embarrassment, blame it on other
people “mumbling,” or see it as a sign of aging.
Hearing loss is present at all ages. It does not discriminate against
race, sex, social status, income level or job description. It can lead
to isolation, withdrawal, and other difficulties in personal and
professional relationships. The Better Hearing Institute reports that
studies have linked untreated hearing loss to:
• Irritability, negativism and anger
• Fatigue, tension, stress and depression
• Avoidance or withdrawal from social situations
• Reduced alertness and increased risk to personal safety
• Impaired memory and ability to learn new tasks
• Reduced job performance and earning power
• Diminished psychological and overall health
Some of you may be asking: If I have hearing problems,
can’t I just buy a hearing aid online? Yes, you can … but is it in
your best interest? Definitely not. It’s not the type of problem that
can be solved with a quick-fix solution.
Most websites that sell over the Internet are legitimate.
Some, however, are not. Purchasing something online that sounds
too good to be true, probably is! So buyer beware.
Hearing aids are considered medical devices, and the
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates how hearing aids
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are sold. Specific testing must be performed, and in most states,
a person who sells hearing aids must hold a license, either as an
Audiologist or Hearing Instrument Specialist. A medical clearance
from a physician is strongly recommended, so there is no question
whether the hearing loss is permanent or medically treatable.
If the website is selling mail order “hearing enhancement
devices”, beware, because they are not hearing aids. They may
look like hearing aids, use batteries like hearing aids, and make
sounds louder, but they are NOT hearing aids.
If the website is selling what appears to be the same
thing you have considered buying from your hearing professional
… same make, model, and even brand name … it is possibly an
illegal site. The hearing aid sold in this manner may not have
a valid warranty and there would be no way to have it cleaned,
adjusted or repaired locally.
There are websites selling hearing aids as part of an
insurance plan. The buyer must provide a hearing test done
professionally. That test is used to choose a hearing aid, program
it, and ship it to the user. The price quoted is for the device only.
No service is included. In other words, there probably is no local
office to provide cleaning, adjustments, or repairs.
Hearing aids are not one-size-fits-all products. They
are intended to maximize a person’s useable hearing for the
best communication, and the services of hearing healthcare
professionals provide the best way to accomplish this. Audiology
Consultants is proud of the service we provide with every hearing
aid sold.
For more information, visit our website at www.
audiologyconsultants.com or call 800-404-7712.
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Communicating With Your Sweetheart...Who Can’t Hear You
Friday, February 27 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
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Senior Star at Elmore Place Hosts
Lewy Body Dementia Seminars
Senior Star at Elmore Place
As part of a 2015 educational focus about aging well,
Senior Star at Elmore Place is pleased to host important seminars
regarding Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) in the month of February
on their campus at 4500 Elmore Avenue.
Dementia with Lewy bodies is a type of progressive
dementia that is estimated to be the third most common cause
of dementia after Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia,
accounting for 10 to 25 percent of cases. Dementia with Lewy
bodies leads to a decline in thinking, reasoning and independent
function because of abnormal microscopic deposits that damage
brain cells over time. Lewy bodies are also found in other brain
disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease
dementia
Ṡtudies have shown that advanced research and education
has lead to an increase in the number of LBD diagnoses yet,
according to the LBD Association website, the disease is still widely
underdiagnosed because its symptoms can closely resemble other
more commonly known diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
Senior Star, in conjunction with the local Quad Cities chapter of
the Alzheimer’s Association, will provide valuable information on
LBD, its symptoms, support groups and local care. Information
at these important sessions will also include the commonalities of
having both Alzheimer’s and LBD in addition to the significant
number of people being diagnosed with LBD at a younger age.
As leading experts in caring for those with Alzheimer’s
and LBD, Senior Star associates will also be on hand to discuss and
share examples of how they are providing care for residents who
have LBD. Their individual care plans for residents who suffer
from this disease demonstrate a proactive rather than
reactive approach to care including the importance of life
stories as part of the care plan. Staff associates go through an
intense quarterly training and additional training as needed to
understand the specific needs of those with LBD and how they
differ from those who have Alzheimer’s. This training also
leads to doctor referrals based on behaviors so that a resident’s
primary care physician or neurologist can make an appropriate
and early diagnosis. Associates also work with families on an
individual basis to help them become the biggest advocates
for their loved ones. Through education and understanding,
Senior Star is able to meet the needs of those who have the
diagnosis of LBD while also assisting the entire family through
the disease process.
These discussions have proven to be helpful to families
and friends who have loved ones with Alzheimer’s or a LBD
diagnosis so that all those affected are better prepared to walk
this journey together. In addition to having a guest speaker
from the Alzheimer’s Association, the leader of the local Quad
Cities LBD support group will be on hand to engage in open
discussions about this disease.
Seminars at Senior Star:
• Tuesday, February 17 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Please RSVP no
later than Monday, February 16.
• Tuesday, February 24 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Please RSVP no
later than Monday, February 23.
RSVP by calling 563.484.5114. Seating is limited
and light refreshments will be served on both days.
Feel the Warmth
at Senior Star at Elmore Place
We all remember too well the cold and snow of last
winter and the travel difficulty and confinement that
accompanied it. Senior Star has the solution - Make our
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of Inspection and Appeals, which provides respite services to individuals diagnosed with dementia and
Alzheimer’s.
CASI is
pleased to
announce, that
Danielle Geyssens,
RN, BSN has joined
the CASI family as the
1035 W. Kimberly Rd.
Nurse Administrator
Davenport, Iowa
for the organization’s
(563) 386-­‐7477
Adult Day Services
www.casiseniors.org
Program, Jane’s Place.
Ms. Geyssens
received her Bachelors of Science degree
in Nursing from St. Ambrose University
in 2002. She comes to CASI with over 13
years of experience in nursing. Her primary
focus has been within the fields of neurology/
neurosurgery, assisted living and hospice care.
Ms. Geyssens has dedicated the entirety of her
career to the field of geriatrics and dementia
care.
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Danielle Geyssens joins the CASI Team!
If you think you are “old enough” for what CASI has to offer, give us a call today! We’d be happy to
show you what it means to be a senior!
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2730 Crow Creek Rd - Bettendorf, IA
563.332.7463
• We offer skilled rehab 6 days a week.
That means you can get well and go home.
• Our elegant dining area comes complete with china,
crystal, linen table cloths and family-style dining.
• You never know when you might need special care.
That’s why we work closely with all area hospitals and
accept admissions 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• We are conveniently located on Crow Creek in Bettendorf.
•We offer tours of our facility 7 days a week!
• Activities for all ages and abilities, a variety of
religious services, and a caring and competent staff.
When you can’t go home,
we’re the next best thing!
Ms. Geyssens resides in Milan, Illinois
with her husband and two sons, ages 8 and 2.
“I am very excited to meet all of the
Jane’s Place clients and their families. We
have a wonderful team at Jane’s Place and I
look forward to helping Jane’s Place be the
best experience for all those we serve,” says
Geyssens.
Jane’s Place is an Adult Day
Program, certified by the Iowa Department
of Inspection and Appeals and Medicaid
to provide respite services to individuals
diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Participants entering the program receive an
initial assessment which ensures that each
client receives an individualized service plan
that is uniquely geared towards meeting their
individual needs. Programming includes
activities geared towards socialization,
cognitive stimulation, and activities of daily
living. Participants play games, do light
exercise and are included in activities in the
main center such as billiards, ceramics and
special luncheons for the CASI membership.
Please stop by for an introduction to our
new Nurse Administrator, Danielle Geyssens
and to receive a tour of Jane’s Place!

www.WeertsFH.com
Sooner or later, it had to happen: I’m now in the final year of my forties.
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the then, generations that you to are whom now identified they’re as responsible. one of the “Sandwich 563.424.7055
No surprise, 563.424.7055 of Weerts or
or by email Funeral by email
at Dave@WeertsFH.com. Home at Dave@WeertsFH.com.
in Davenport. He can be reached a
then, that you are now identified as one of the “Sandwich 563.424.7055 or by email at Dave@WeertsFH.com.
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Just Like A Trusted Friend . . .
We’ll Be Here When You Need Us
We’ll Be Here When You Need Us
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“February, the Month of Love”
Jennifer Green
Manager, Good Samaritan Society - Services @ Home Clinton, IA
The month of February focuses
our attention on love. Cards are bought,
candy and flowers are given, kisses
abound. But, what is it about love?
The deepest expression of love is
more than the candy, roses, and cards; it is
remembering what Jesus did for us by presenting
himself as a living sacrifice for our
salvation. “God so loved the world that he
gave his only begotten son, that whosoever
believes in him should not perish, but
have everlasting life.” John 3:16 (KJV)
The mission of The Evangelical Lutheran 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.
We are called to share God’s love in word and deed, we
do so by being a leader in supporting well-being, and we know
we are effective when each person we serve feels loved, valued,
and at peace.
Are you or a loved one facing challenges of daily life?
May it be a possible surgery, lack of “energy”, weakness, or just
the aging process in general? Just because life changes doesn’t
mean your entire lifestyle or where you call home has to. There
is help when you need it through Good Samaritan Society - Services
@ Home. We can help identify what’s important to you
and assist you in making the best decisions for you. We
provide not only the facts, but emotional and spiritual
guidance. This is where our concept of care begins.
Since its founding in 1922, the Good Samaritan
Society has grown to become the nation’s largest not-forprofit
provider of senior care and services. Services @
Home is just one of the many services Good Samaritan
Society offers.
The primary goal of Services @ Home is to help
individuals retain their highest level of health and success
in their activities of daily living.
Services can include:
* Relief and respite care
* Companionship
* Personal hygiene
* Bathing and dressing
* Meal preparation
* Medication reminders
* Light housekeeping and laundry
* Transportation services
The Evangelical Good Samaritan Society has
high standards for service and performance. Our staff
receives special training to recognize and respond to our
client’s individualized needs.
If you or someone you know might benefit from
our services, call our office nearest you to learn more. We
offer a free consultation to discuss services that are available
to fit your needs.
And so, home is not simply where we live, it’s
who we are. It’s what we love, where we feel love, and it’s
where we hope to spend the years to come.
H elp to keep you
living at home.
To learn more about our
services in Iowa and Illinois
call (844) 359-4446.
All faiths or beliefs are welcome.
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S ervices@Home changes
everything. Except the place you live.
Services@Home from the Good Samaritan Society offers the assistance you need to keep
you living at home. Helping you stay well, keeping you company or having someone
provide for your daily needs of living — all things that, as the nation’s largest not-for-profit
provider of senior care and services, we’ve had a lot of experience doing. It’s why we’re
home to more than 27,000 people, many of whom still live in theirs.
To learn more about our services in The Quad
Cities and surrounding areas call (844) 359-4446.
The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society provides housing and services to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion,
gender, disability, familial status, national origin or other protected statuses according to applicable federal, state or local laws. Some services may
be provided by a third party. All faiths or beliefs are welcome. © 2015 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society. All rights reserved.
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