QC Family Focus: October 2015

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Your Mickle’s Worth
Big news in the Mickle house. For those of you
who have not heard our family has expanded... by
three! Pam, Susan and Dennis joined our family
about a month ago. It was a big decision but we finally
decided to take the leap. Before you think we’ve
completely lost our minds (or perhaps this news will
solidify that theory) I should tell you Pam and Susan
are fish. They are Beta fish to be exact. Their arrival
did not come
without drama.
Kate was insistent
on her need for not
one, but two fish.
A quick trip to the
pet store and she
determined they
would be joining
our family. The
nice lady working
there assured us that the two could share a tank since
they were both female. Apparently, she didn’t consult
the fish. Within 10 minutes of arriving at their new
home and being placed in their new tank, the two
betas went at each other like MMA fighters. That
left us scrambling to clean another tank and separate
the finned fighters. I’m wondering if this was the
same pet store employee that recommended kissing
fish a few years ago.
Turns out, they weren’t
kissing at all. They
should have been called
biting fish. I personally
believe they are a much
smaller version of the
shark family. Jaws had
nothing on those two.
The other addition to
the family is a male,
named Dennis. He’s a
turtle. Matt’s new friend. I’m not sure where Matt
got the idea that he needed a turtle, but he was also
insistent. Of course, it couldn’t be just ANY turtle.
Nooooooo, this one is an African Side-neck Turtle.
What exactly is that? I’m sooo glad you asked.
Dennis can bend his neck so that his entire head
can fit in his shell. He lives in an aquarium must
have a normal light, a heat lamp and a perch to lay
on while basking in the light. He can be fed pellets
but worms are recommended. Karen was incredibly
impressed with my parenting skills when I caved to
that request and came home with a big honking water
tank, a turtle that does neck tricks and canister full of
worms. Since this is a family magazine, I won’t share
that conversation with you. However, I will tell you
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that I talked to Matt
about this purchase
(he spent his own
money). I explained
the commitment,
talked about using
his money wisely
and even mentioned
that having a turtle
was not even on my
top 100 list of pets.
Matt was persistent,
reminding me that he wants to be a marine biologist
when he grows up and having the turtle would be
great training. Somehow, his mother did not classify
a freshwater turtle with a strange neck as training.
Nonetheless, Dennis became a member of the family.
The first two days, Matt was filled with excitement. It
was a constant stampede of friends racing through the
house and up to Matt’s room to meet the new pet. By
day three, I noticed Matt was not talking about Dennis
as much. By the end of week one, he even frowned
when I mentioned the little reptile. His reaction
prompted this conversation:
Me: Why are you frowning? You couldn’t wait to
get Dennis.
Matt: I know, but he’s just not as fun as I thought
he’d be.
Me: Why? What did you expect?
Matt: I don’t know. He just doesn’t do anything.
Me: Ummmm. Maybe that’s because he’s a ......
turtle?
I got the look from Matt. It’s the same one I get
from his mother. The, “you aren’t even close to being
funny” look. I believe I made my point. I had also
talked to Matt about the commitment he was taking
on. Did I mention that this breed of turtle has a life
expectancy of 25 years?! I explained to him that the
turtle might outlive me. He accepted that reality a little
easier than I anticipated. A quick side note, turtle poop
smells really bad. Kyle and Matt share a bathroom.
Kyle emits odors that seem less than human between
his football jersey, his basketball uniform, his gym
shoes and sometimes the half-eaten food that he leaves
in his room for weeks. Even he has to close his door
when Matt is cleaning the tank. Okay, that part does
make me smile... even only for a few minutes.
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5 Tips for Less-Stress Parenting
Kelly Jacobsen
LSI family intake assessment worker
As summer ends and you and your family adjust
to new routines, try these simple tips for reducing parent
and family stress:
The Power of Routines
When you have built daily routines for your
family, it can help keep peace during times of chaos.
Mornings, mealtimes and bedtimes are often frustrating
times for many parents. Consistent routines will help
children feel safe, secure, establish healthy habits
and set their own body clocks, making less time for
tantrums or acting out. For example, a
bedtime routine of a bath, reading a book,
tuck-ins and goodnight hugs can promote
family bonding and a less-stress lights out.
The Power of Choice
Power struggles can be very tiring
and can weaken your relationship with your
children. Parents get to make decisions for
their families and themselves every day.
Giving children their own limited choices
can allow them to feel in control, while
you still control the final outcome. For
example, giving a child an option to clean
her room before or after her snack gives
her a choice, but you still set a standard for
having a clean room.
The Power of a Time-Out
Time-outs aren’t just for children!
As a parent, you may need a time-out
once in a while to calm down. When you
are feeling frustrated or angry about your
child’s behavior or your day, it’s okay
(and sometimes even better) to step away
and calm yourself before dealing with
the situation. Take a deep breath, ask for
help from a friend or family member if
needed and remove the tension. Parents
are the best and first models for how their
children learn to deal with stress and other
feelings. Modeling these steps will help
your children learn to handle their own
frustration in a positive, healthy way.
The Power of Laughter
If we let the stresses of day-to-day
life get us down, we may find ourselves
releasing that frustration on our children
or family. Make it a point to find the fun or
humor in your daily stressors, and it may
help put you and your family in a better
mood when you are together.
The Power of Planning
This may sound simple, but even a few minutes
of planning ahead will make a less stressful day. Try
to eliminate as much stress as possible by taking a few
minutes in the evening to plan for tomorrow. This can
be as simple as getting a day’s outfits in order, putting a
backpack by the door for a school-age child or placing
your car keys in an easy-to-find spot. Your morning and
your family dynamics will be much less stressful.
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Ready for the Next
Reading Step?
Try a Children’s Illustrated Novel!
Lisa Lockheart
Publicity and Outreach Liaison
Rock Island Public Library
If you have a child who is ready to graduate
from picture books, consider the library’s collection of
illustrated novels for children. Graphic novels, which
are written in the illustrated format of a comic book,
can be a powerful tool to motivate children to read.
A family-friendly collection of graphic novels
written just for children is now easier to find at the
Rock Island Library. Children’s graphic novels now
have their own dedicated section at the Main Library,
and soon, the 30/31 and Southwest Branches, too.
“The centralized location means that kids can
easily find and browse this collection,” said Susan
Foster, Director of Children’s Services at the Rock
Island Library. “There’s a stereotype that these appeal
mainly to boys, but we’re seeing more and more titles
of interest to both
genders.”
Beyond the
colorful, attractive
covers, children’s
graphic novels
offer real benefits.
By telling a story
through words and
pictures, these fastpaced
novels expand
vocabulary and
improve a child’s
word-to-picture correlation. They also offer benefits to
readers with special needs or those who are learning
English.
“Graphic novels can serve as bridge between the
world of picture and chapter books for kids just starting
to read, and as a gateway to motivating a reluctant or
struggling reader. They’re an easy way to help increase
reading proficiency and acquire new vocabulary,
especially for visual learners,” she added.
To find these items in the library catalog, search
‘juvenile graphic novels’ or ask your friendly children’s
librarian for assistance. For more details on Rock Island
Library services, call 309-732-READ or visit www.
rockislandlibrary.org.
At Rock Island Libraries
Preschoolers:
Play and Grow time - Oct. 8 at 10:30 am, 30/31 Branch. Ages
3 & under with caregivers.
School Ages:
Crypto-Club - Develop secret code-breaking skills in our fourpart
Crypto Club, with Elizabeth Russell. Tuesdays and
Thursdays, Oct. 6 to 15, from 1:00 to 2:00 pm, Main Library
Community Room. 4th to 8th grades or equivalent. Register
via library calendar or call 309-732-7360.
STEM-azing science fun - Free water-powered learning fun
from Bob Windt, aka "Rocket Bob." 4:00 to 5:00 pm, Oct 14,
30/31 Branch.
All Ages:
Reading with Rover - Drop in to read with therapy dogs:
2:00 pm, Tues, Oct. 6, Main Library
6:00 pm, Wed, Oct. 7, Southwest Branch
5:00 pm, Wed, Oct. 14 at 30/31 Branch
Free Family Movie - 2015 movie about a kind princess! Rated
PG. Fri, Oct. 9, at 2:00 pm, Main Library.
Southwest Branch Family Crafts - Make an autumn leaf
garland. 6:00 pm Oct. 13 and 10:00 am Oct. 17. Register at
branch or via the library calendar.
Monster Mash Costume Party - Family-friendly Halloween
party games and a costume contest. It's sure to be a
graveyard smash! Sat, Oct. 17, 2:00 pm, 30/31 Branch.
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Memories of a Career in Education
Sherri Marceau
Principal, Alan Shepard Elementary
North Scott Community School District
Well, it has happened. I have been an educator
for 30 years... Okay, 30 years and one month. I started my
career as a Kindergarten teacher in the East Central School
District in Miles, Iowa and there began my love for early
childhood education. Also, it was obviously 30 years ago
that I promised myself I would someday write a book about
all the little stories, tidbits, and fascinating things that
happen in the life of a Kindergarten classroom... I never got
around to that book, but I want to share some of my favorite
memories over the next several months. I’m hoping they
will bring a smile to your face – they have to mine, many
times over.
One of the things about Kindergarten is that no one
really thinks about all the “stuff” you have to teach fiveyear-olds.
How to line up, how to balance a lunch tray,
what to do when the whistle blows, etc. In my first year,
one of the science objectives (long before Iowa Core) was
to teach kids how they were named. I enthusiastically began
a discussion about their last names. Honestly, this was the
part that I thought might get dicey but for the most part,
my 25 little cherubs were able to agree that their last names
were either the same as their Mom’s, their Dad’s, or for
most of them, both parents. There was a slight glitch in my
beautifully prepared lesson when one little girl said, “My
dad’s in jail…” Carla came to her rescue and said, “Ya still
got his name.” Whew.
The tricky part was the discussion of first names.
Some agreed that they had been named after a parent or a
grandparent ... some were willing to accept that their names
had been selected from a book of baby names ... but then the
conversation turned to why we had kids in the class with the
SAME name? No one knew.
I guided the students through a discussion. “Michael
Edfors, why do you have the same name as Michael
Callaghan? Brian Peterson, why do you have the same name
as Brian Kilburg?” No one knew. “Wait!” I continued. “Erin
Tietjens, how did your mom decide to call you Erin ... the
same name as Aaron Lufkin?” Girl looked at boy. Dead
silence. I had to keep poking the bear. “Michael Callaghan,
do you think your mom called Michael Edfors’ mom and
said, ‘Hey, let’s name these two babies Michael.’”
You could have heard a pin drop.
It was at that moment that Shane leaned over across
the table to Michael, held his hand alongside his mouth and
whispered, “I sink you wuh upstairs when she called.”
Needless to say, I burst into laughter. Hard to believe
that those kiddos are 35 years old somewhere... I wonder if
they remember that day as clearly as I do?
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Must-Have Apps for a
Haunted Halloween
Rebecca Eckhart
Verizon Wireless
Technology has enabled
us to frighten our friends, find the
nearest haunts and practice our
pumpkin carving, all with a touch of our smartphones.
Enhance your Halloween experience with these
awesome #musthaveapps.
Ghost Lens (Free, OS): Spook your friends
on social media with Ghost Lens, a ghostly photo and
video sharing app. Ghost Lens transforms your photos
by changing and layering the transparency to make
it appear that a ghost is looming. Make your ghost
truly ghoulish by applying filters and adding scary
background music that will freak out your followers.
Halloween Pumpkin Carver (Free, Android
and Windows): Show off your pumpkin carving
prowess by using your fingers to create a mess-free
Jack-O-Lantern with Halloween Pumpkin Carver.
Turn off the lights by tapping the Lights button to see
what your mysterious masterpiece looks like at night.
Don’t forget to post your pumpkin design to your social
networks!
Voice Changer with Effects (Free, Android):
Choose from a number of supernatural sound effects
that transform your voice and creep out your colleagues
with Voice Changer with Effects. Record yourself telling
a scary ghost story and give it a BOO-st by adding
freaky effects such as “Devil,” “Death,” “Overlord” and
“Alien.”
Halloween Spooky Sound Box (Free, OS):
Frighten your family and friends with these Halloween
sounds from the Halloween Spooky Sound Box. Choose
from a variety of freaky effects, including a chainsaw,
raven, werewolf snarl, distant scream and witch laugh.
Prank your trick-or-treaters by pairing your smartphone
with a Bluetooth speaker, cranking the volume and
pressing play on your favorite effect.
The reaction will be priceless!
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Halloween Safety Tips
• Cross the street safely at corners, using traffic signals and crosswalks. Look left, right and left again
when crossing and keep looking as you cross. Walk, don’t run, across the street.
• Walk on sidewalks or paths. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible.
Children should walk on direct routes with the fewest street crossings. Carry a flashlight.
• Slow down and stay alert - watch out for cars that are turning or backing up and never dart out into the
street or cross in between parked cars.
• Costumes can be both creative and safe. Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers
and, if possible, choose light colors. Masks can obstruct a child’s vision, so choose non-toxic face paint
and make-up whenever possible. Have kids carry glow sticks or flashlights in order to see better, as well
as be seen by drivers.
• Slow down in residential neighborhoods and school zones. Remember that popular trick-or treating
hours are 5:30 to 9:30p.m.
• Be especially alert and take extra time to look for kids at intersections, on medians and on curbs.
Children are excited on Halloween and may move in unpredictable ways.
• Slowly and carefully enter and exit driveways and alleys.
• Reduce any distractions inside your car, such as talking on the phone or eating, so you
can concentrate on the road and your surroundings.
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5 Proven Tips for
Picky Eaters
Jill D. Evola-Vokt
Education Consultant, Tutor Doctor QCA
If you have a picky eater in your family, you’re not
alone. A study by Contemporary Pediatrics
found that two-thirds of parents had trouble
introducing their kids to new foods or getting
them to eat healthy food. You know your kids
need to eat nutritious food, but if you’re tired
of the daily battle to get them to eat their
greens, then we’ve got a little help coming
your way. Just say “No!” to the chicken nugget
and fish finger brigade. Now you can get even
the pickiest of eaters to eat their veggies with
these easy tips.
Start Small: Keith E. Williams, from Penn State
Hershey Medical Center, suggests that what we consider a
reasonable portion may be far too big. Instead of a helping of
peas, give your child just three or four. You can even start with
one for really fussy eaters. Getting them to try something the
first time is the hardest part for both of you and eating one pea
is so much easier than eating a spoonful.
Once they try the new food, follow up with a food they like.
In subsequent meals, gradually increase the portion sizes and
reduce the size of the follow-up food.
Persevere: Kids can take 6 to 15 tries before adopting
a new food, so don’t give up on the first attempt. Keep offering
very small portions with the follow-up of a food they like until
they feel comfortable. If getting your child to try a new food
disrupts meals for the whole family, focus on the staples at
dinner and offer new foods at snack time instead.
The Perception of Choice: Giving your child a simple
choice at meals will make them less likely to get into a power
struggle over food. Ask them which plate they
would like, or whether they want broccoli or
carrots. These simple choices may be all it takes to
neutralize a battle of wills.
Creative Cooking: You can sneak some
healthy items into things your child already loves
like blueberries in the pancakes, zucchini muffins,
and raisin oat cookies. Smoothies are a wonderful
way to cram in fruit and even the odd veggie.
Involve your kids in the buying and
preparation of meals. When you are at the store,
get them to pick which new vegetable and fruit
they would like to try. Then ask them to help you wash and
prepare them when you get home. Be sure to mention at dinner
that they helped you with the dish and encourage praise from
other family members. Being part of the process may make
them more enthusiastic about fruits and veggies.
Be a Good Example: You can’t expect your children
to eat well if you aren’t eating well yourself. Don’t cut out
unhealthy foods and snacks altogether, but reduce the amount
your family consumes and focus on healthy snacks for
everyone. Reducing snacks between meals could encourage
healthy appetites at mealtimes.
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Education
Meet Mladen Nedic, A Soccer Master!
Evin Ersan
Junior Reporter for QC Family Focus Magazine
Anyone who knows me can tell you, I’m crazy about
soccer. Last year I met a new coach. He had a ton of
energy and got right in there and played with us. I wanted
to introduce him to you because he’s a pretty special guy.
His name is Mladen Nedic. He’s originally from Bosnia,
which was formerly Yugoslavia, and he played semi-pro
soccer for Germany. How cool is that!
Evin: Mladen, how old were you when you first
started to play soccer?
Mladen: I was 7 years old.
Evin: How did you get involved in soccer?
Mladen: I began playing street and small field soccer.
Evin: How did you make it to the next level?
Mladen: Well, I made it to what we called a city
team, which was made up of about
50 to 60 teams who played six on
six. A soccer talent scout happened to
see me play. He liked me, and called
me into the office and offered me a
contract to play with a German semipro
team. I was really happy about it. I
did not speak German so they got me a
translator. It was a really great time.
Evin: What position did you
play?
Mladen: I played left offensive
mid. Sometimes I played center mid
too. I liked the left better because I felt
I was strongest there.
Evin: What was playing semipro
soccer like?
Mladen: Oh, it was good. I love the game so I was
very happy. I have some articles from newspapers that
highlighted me, and I’ve saved them, as well as my cleats.
They are good memories.
Evin: When did you start coaching other teams?
Mladen: It was probably around 1997. I began
coaching German boy’s teams. They were around 15 to 16
years old.
Evin: What do you like most about coaching?
Mladen: I like to be able to share what I’ve learned. I
have a lot of knowledge I can share. I like to see a student
grow based on what I’ve been able to teach them.
Evin: What do you think makes you a good coach?
Mladen: I love the game of soccer. I have a lot of
passion. I want to see my students succeed. When I have
students who are really trying hard, I want to give them
all I have to help them reach their full potential. When my
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students do well, I feel a good sense of accomplishment.
Evin: What makes a good soccer player?
Mladen: You have to love the game. If you love it,
you’ll spend a lot of time practicing. You have to do a lot
of touches. When I was younger, I worked on my touches
from morning until night. You need to spend a lot of time
on control, accuracy, passing, dribbling, inside, outside,
shooting. You just have to practice. The more you practice,
the better you’ll be. Someone who loves to practice will be
the best.
Evin: What’s different about soccer now vs. back when
you were playing?
Mladen: Soccer has become a much faster game. In
professional soccer, speed is a huge part of it now. They
train very hard for endurance, power and speed.
Evin: Mladen, is there any other advice you can
give kids out there who are
interested in soccer?
Mladen: I hope kids just
get interested in sports in
general. If it’s soccer, that’s
great, but it can really be any
sport. It’s important for kids
to stay active. I’m 47 now and
although I may not be quite as
good as I used to be, I am in
pretty decent shape compared
to some other 47-year-olds
and I feel good. Exercise is
important for your health and
your mind. If you start doing
it at a young age, it becomes
a lifelong habit. Being on a
team can also be great. There’s the social aspect of meeting
people you wouldn’t have met unless you were doing that
sport.
Sports keep kids very busy. It’s an important part of
growing up and it can keep some kids out of trouble, too.
When I coach, I like to encourage the kids to have as much
fun as possible.
Evin: Mladen, you’re one of the most positive and
encouraging coaches I’ve ever had. I feel lucky to have your
help as I work to become a better soccer player. Thank you
for all you do for us kids who love
the game of soccer!You’re not only a
great coach, but a super nice person,
and my friend.
Check out my video link where
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or collecting toys to sell in a garage sale? There are many ways
family members can help each other to spend less money and save
more.
A fun activity you can do is create your own coupon to
help your family. Here are some ideas:
Coupon Choice One: I can help when we do family
activities. I will put some of my allowance in a piggy bank to help
pay for a fun, family event.
Coupon Choice Two: I can save for a rainy day. I
will put half of my allowance in a piggy bank until I save
$___________________.
Coupon Choice Three: I can earn money to buy the things
I want. I will make money doing something I am good at and like
to do. (Example: Cleaning, lawn raking, or selling lemonade.)
Which coupon choice will you choose? Create your
coupon using a blank piece of paper and crayons or markers. You
can decorate the coupon as much as you want. Then, present it to
your family. Feel good knowing you are making a difference in
helping with your family budget.
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An Email from a Reader
QC Family Focus recently received a
great email message from a reader:
“My name is Kristin. I am a wife,
mother, and a child care provider in
the Quad Cities. I do what I love and
I am so grateful to have a magazine
like QC Family Focus. Since my
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found great parenting tips, recipes,
and a ton of family oriented (FREE!!)
things to do in the Quad Cities.
On top of that you are partnered
with many reputable and also family
oriented companies offering so many
great things to your readers. I
want to do the best job I can at
helping children learn and grow as
they prepare for the steps ahead.
This magazine greatly enhances my
opportunities to assist every child I
come into contact with. Thank you for
helping me learn and grow!”
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Kristin’s Kids Day Care
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Who Qualiies?
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Decorative Contact Lenses for Halloween?
Dr. Tina Eckhardt
Eye Surgeons Associates
Do you go all out to create
the best costume and makeup for
Halloween? One popular Halloween
accessory can be a danger to your
eyes. Decorative contact lenses,
which can change the look of your
eyes, may seem like a great way to
enhance your costume, but many
people don’t realize that serious eye
disorders can be caused by these
lenses.
Although over-the-counter sales of nonprescription
cosmetic lenses have been illegal in the United States since
2005, decorative contacts are still widely available in retail
stores and on the Internet. Many websites market decorative
contacts as if they were cosmetics, advertising “one size
fits all” and “no need to see an eye specialist”. Federal law
classifies all contact lenses as medical devices and restricts
their distribution to licensed eye care professionals. Illegal
sale of contact lenses can result in civil penalties of up to
$16,000 per violation. Be sure to only buy costume contacts
from retailers who require a prescription to purchase the lenses
and who only sell FDA-approved contact lenses.
Novelty products, like circle lenses, that make the
iris appear bigger so that the wearer has a “doe-eyed” or
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more of the eye than regular
corrective lenses, which
makes it very difficult for
necessary oxygen to get
through to the eye.
Even if you have perfect vision, you must always
have an eye examination and obtain a prescription prior
to wearing contact lenses. Non-prescription costume
contacts can cause injuries such as cuts and open sores in
the protective layer of the iris and pupil (corneal abrasions
and corneal ulcers) and potentially blinding painful bacterial
infections (keratitis).
Don’t risk your vision for a Halloween effect. If you
must have decorative lenses, protect your eyes and get the
lenses fitted by an eyecare professional who will instruct
you on correct use. One more safety tip – wear well-fitting
masks to avoid limited vision and have a happy, healthy
Halloween.
Tina Eckhardt, M.D., is a board-certified comprehensive ophthalmologist
at Eye Surgeons Associates with special interest in contact lens fittings and dry eye.
Dr. Eckhardt practices at the Eye Surgeons Associates office in Bettendorf, Iowa.
For more information, please visit 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
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HEALTHY HABITS FOR
Alex Brandtner Children’s Dentistry
MOTHER AND BABY
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Hey there, we don’t mean to be Goofy, yuk, yuk,
but we have a contest that is far from “Minnie” in size.
You might go all the way to the moon and back for this...
or at least to Pluto.
We are giving away a family four-pack of tickets to
Disney Live! It’s coming to the iWireless Center on
October 16th. We don’t want your ride to turn into a
pumpkin, however you do have to count them. Count
ALL the pumpkins in this month’s issue of QC Family Focus.
Be sure to enter the correct number below along with all the
other important information for your chance to win!
Name_______________________________________________________________________
Address____________________________City________________________State_________
Phone number_______________________________________________________________
My favorite Disney Princess is__________________________________________________
I pick up my copy of QC Family Focus at________________________________________
The number of pumpkins in this issue of QCFF is_________________________________
Send Entries to: Disney Live!, C/O QC Family Focus, P.O. Box 194, Bettendorf, IA 52722 Only one entry per
family. HURRY! your entries must be postmarked by October 9th. That’s just one week before the big show!
Good luck and remember M-I-C (See you real soon K-E-Y (Why? Because we like you!) M-O-U-S-E.
A CREAMY TASTE SENSATION: CARROT SOUP!
Ela Ersan, Hopewell Elementary, 6th Grade, QC Family Focus
I like carrots with ranch dressing, and over the summer I got to try Carrot
Soup! My babysitter’s mom made it and she brought me a sample, and I told
them I had to share it with all of you. Thank you to Mrs. Schuler for sharing
this awesome recipe. It was easy to make and I love it!
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons sweet cream butter Two onions, peeled and chopped
6 cups of chicken broth 2 pounds of carrots, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons of grated fresh ginger Sour cream
One cup of whipping cream Salt and white pepper
Parsley sprigs for garnish
In a six-quart pan over medium to high heat, add butter and onions. Stir until onions are
soft. Add chicken broth, carrots and ginger. Cover, bring to a boil and let simmer until the carrots
are nice and soft.
Now remove from the heat and pour mixture in the blender. Don’t fill the blender more
than halfway. You may need to do the blending in batches. Pulse the blender to start and then
blend until smooth. Return the mixture to the stove and add in the cream. Season with salt and
pepper. Pour into bowls and add a dollop of sour cream to each. Garnish with parsley.
I like to drink this soup out of a big coffee cup!
20 October 2015 - QC Family Focus

Join Us on Oct. 11
for Healthy Happy
Families Fun Day
Mark McLaughlin
Mickle Communications
Join us for an Autumn event for Quad-Citians of
all ages, where you can stroll through beautiful gardens
and enjoy fun activities as you learn about health-related
area products and services. That is what you’ll find at
Healthy Happy Families Fun Day, a new event created
to foster community health awareness.
Healthy Happy Families Fun Day will be held 11
a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 11, 2015 at the Quad City
Botanical Center, 2525 4th Ave., Rock Island, IL. It is
sponsored by the Healthy Happy Families Foundation,
Mickle Communications, QC Family Focus, and Genesis
Sports Rehabilitation.
“The Healthy Happy
Families Foundation
works to strengthen
families with a proactive
approach, empowering
children with good
decision-making
skills and parents with
resources,” said Mike
Mickle, Founder of the
new foundation.
Happy the Dog, mascot
of Happy Joe’s, will be
at the event to greet
children and hand out coupons. Pat Angerer, former
Iowa Hawkeye and NFL fooball star, will also be there
to talk with fans. Plus, kids can have fun romping in the
bounce houses, provided by QC Jumps & More.
A variety of booth sponsors will be on hand at
the event to share information on their health-related
products and services. You will learn about fitness and
exercise, essential oils, weight loss, women’s health,
chiropractics, and much more.
A highlight of Healthy, Happy Families Fun Day
will be a Fitness Challenge for area students, Mike
noted. “High school teams of four will compete against
each other in fun, athletic events,” he said.
While you’re at Health Happy Families Fun Day,
be sure to check out the many beautiful features of the
Quad Cities Botanical Center, including the Children’s
Garden and the tropical Sun Garden. The Children’s
Garden includes a child-sized version of the Mississippi
River, complete with a meandering shallow stream. The
Sun Garden atrium is the centerpiece of the Center –
a climate-controlled space filled with thriving tropical
plants. Those are just two of the many magnificent
exhibits you’ll find at the Quad Cities Botanical Center.
“We hope that all the readers of QC Family Focus,
as well as lots of other community members, will stop
by to check out the event,” Mike said. “It’s going to be a
lot of fun. Plus, you may learn about some products and
services that can help your family’s
health and well-being.”
You will also have the chance to
win Disney Live tickets, kids meals
from Texas Roadhouse and Chick-
Fil-A and more!
For more information on
Healthy, Happy Families Fun Day, contact Mike Mickle
at (563) 940-7875 or mike@micklecommunications.
com.
QC Family Focus - October 2015 21

FALL COLORS WILL BE
BRILLIANT THIS MONTH
James Zahara
Storm Team 8, Chief Meteorologist
WQAD HD News 8
The Fall season brings not
only shorter daylight hours, but also
a seasonal treat – eye-catching bright
yellows, oranges, and reds on the
leaves. There are two big reasons why
we’re seeing such vivid Autumn colors
now. The first is the longer nights and
the second is weather.
With the amount of sunlight
decreasing each day, the chlorophyll
in the leaves has been decreasing
as well. Chlorophyll is a chemical
pigment that makes leaves green.
Chlorophyll absorbs light most
strongly in the blue portion of
the electromagnetic spectrum,
followed by the red portion. It is a
poor absorber of green and neargreen
portions of the spectrum.
That’s why leaves aren’t blue!
But, there are other pigments in
plants which determine whether
leaves will change to yellow,
orange, red, or brown.
With less chlorophyll, leaves may change to
yellow and orange due to carotenoid pigments. You
may have noticed that carotenoid looks and sounds like
the word ‘carrot’. Carrots, bananas, and corn are their
respective colors because of this pigment.
Leaves that become red are using anthocyanin
pigments. Anthocyanin is the main pigment which makes
cranberries, red apples, cherries, and strawberries red.
Not all trees produce this type of pigment, so only some
trees have the ability to turn leaves red.
Oak: Red and brown.
Hickory: Golden bronze.
Dogwood: Purple and red.
Birch: Bright yellow.
Poplar: Golden yellow.
Maple: Many
varieties. Sugar maple:
orange-red. Black maple:
glowing yellow. Red maple:
bright scarlet.
All of this occurs because
of light depletion. But let’s
not forget that the weather is
also a factor in the Autumn
colors, especially for the
bright reds (which are a
crowd favorite).
The best Fall colors happen after a warm, wet
Spring; after a Summer that hasn’t been too hot or dry;
and in a Fall that begins with plenty of sunny days.
So, enjoy this month! It should be a sight to see
and you have front row seats.
Our Menu Includes:
- Pizza - Wings
- Specialty Pizza - Calzones
- Extensive Buffet - Pastas
- Sandwiches - Soups
- Salad Bar - Wraps
- Burgers - Desserts
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Be sure to visit us and enjoy our fun family atmosphere!
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Family Fun Day Offers Outdoor Activities
Mickle Communications Staff Writer
People usually think of a cemetery as a place of
peace, where the dearly departed can rest for eternity.
But it is also a place for the living to visit and recall
fond memories of the past. That is why Pine Hill
Cemetery is celebrating its 160th Anniversary with a
free Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday,
Oct. 17. Pine Hill Cemetery is located at 1530 E. 39th
Street, Davenport, Iowa.
“The event will feature an antique car cruise
in, as well as an antique tractor display,” said Carvel
Morgan, Superintendent of the Pine Hill Cemetery
Association. “There will be outdoor activities for all
ages, including a wagon ride and kettle corn around
a campfire. Lunch will be held from 11 a.m to 1 p.m.,
with loose-meat sandwiches and more. The community
is invited and the event is free.”
The History of Pine Hill Cemetery
In 1854, a prominent settler named Ambrose C.
Fulton had the foresight to develop a suitable cemetery
for the city of Davenport. He purchased 75 acres of
prairie land two miles north of the city, planted 500
pines and other trees, and called the area Pine Hill.
The first burial there took place in 1855. In time, seven
different churches became involved and each had their
own burial area.
Back then, the city of Davenport was surrounded
by wide-open prairies. Funeral services were held in
family homes. The casket was placed in a horse-drawn
hearse, which led a procession of horses and walkers to
the cemetery. The graves were generally dug by family
and friends. Headstones were made of sandstone, but
many graves went unmarked.
In 1920, a group of residents developed a
strong interest in the cemetery and organized a Board
of Directors. The Pine Hill Cemetery Association was
created and the primary purpose of its newly formed
Board was to direct the maintenance of this sacred
land.
In 1931, a two-story, three-bedroom home with
garage was built for the caretaker. An office in the house
with a fireproof safe allowed the Cemetery Association
to move from the downtown Kahl Building. In 2003, a
chapel was built at the east side of the cemetery.
Today, the Cemetery Association continues
to operate as a non-profit perpetual care cemetery.
The Board of Directors, management and staff work
together to make Pine Hill Cemetery a highly respected
part of the community.
“A cemetery is a place to memorialize the
community’s loved ones,” said Morgan. “It may seem
like an end, but it is not. It is the beginning of eternal
life for those who have died, and the beginning of
history to be shared. We are here for the community.”
For more information on Pine Hill Cemetery,
visit pinehillcemeterydavenport.com or call (563)
391-5130.
Pine Hill Cemetery Association
FREE
Family Fun Day
with lots of activities for kids of all ages.
160 YEARS
Saturday Oct. 17 - from 10 to 4
1530 E. 39th Street
Davenport, IA
QC Family Focus - October 2015 23

Healthy Food In A Hurry
Mickle Communications Staff Writer
In the rush to and from work, getting the kids to school
and home, taking them to their extracurricular activities
and trying to maintain a routine, many times it’s difficult to
concentrate on healthy food options. Our busy lifestyles
are leading to an alarming trend. According to the latest
numbers from the National Centers For Disease Control,
20.5% percent of children age 12-19 years are considered
obese. 17.7% percent of children age 6-11 are considered
obese and a staggering 8.4%
of children between the ages
of 2-5 are already considered
obese. As these children reach
adulthood, the numbers increase
with an estimated 35% of adults
20 and older falling into that
category.
That’s one of the reasons,
Quad City businessman, David
Brown created Cinnamon-N-
Sage, a healthy fast food option. Brown is a former Marine,
so health and fitness is a priority for him. Knowing that this
generation of children is expected to have a shorter lifespan
than their parents, David decided to take action. He opened
Cinnamon-N-Sage, a healthy
alternative to fast food. With
options such as bison, chicken,
shrimp, salmon, vegetarian
or fruit skewers, multiple
salads including cherry faro,
apple fennel or summer corn
or healthy option bowls, it’s
much easier to grab and go.
Instead of pop and potato
chips from a bag, you’ll find
infused water with various
flavor options and healthier vegetable chips.
“We want to do our part to help busy families lead
a healthier lifestyle,” said Brown. David also believes he’s
able to continue his service to our country by serving up
low-fat food options. If it helps families lose weight and
feel healthier, then there’s a good chance it will increase
their lifespan. David’s mother is the lead chef for the
business. She has 20 years of experience in the food
industry.
Cinnamon-N- Sage is currently open at the Freight
House Farmer’s Market in downtown Davenport on
Saturdays. They also cater meals. For more information,
you can check them out on Facebook at Cinnamon-N-
Sage LLC or call 309-373-2387.
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Is Sugar Ruining
Your Health?
Mark McLaughlin
Mickle Communications
With Halloween just around the corner, Quad-Citians
will soon be facing an onslaught of sweet treats. And while trickor-treating
is a lot of fun, all that sugar can play havoc with
people’s health, according to Lori Sullivan, RN, Holistic Health
Practitioner and Master Level Practitioner of Nutrition Response
Testing SM at NutritionWorks Wellness Center.
“You may not know it, but sugar could be ruining your
health,” Sullivan said. “It is highly addictive and its effects can
actually shorten one’s life. At NutritionWorks Wellness Center, we
help our clients overcome their addiction to sugar using Nutrition
Response Testing SM and specific whole food supplements. Whole
food nutrition, paired with dietary changes, provides a strong
foundation for resolving health issues. And, when you give the
body the correct nutrients it will heal and repair itself! But if
you give the body potentially harmful substances, like sugar, you
are opening the door to countless health problems. We can help
people to kick the sugar habit and attain a greater level of health
and well-being.”
Lick the Sugar Habit
Sullivan cites the books, Lick the Sugar Habit and Suicide
by Sugar, both by Nancy Appleton, Ph.D., as important works
that explain in detail the harm that sugar can do to the human
body. Here are just some of the many potentially harmful effects
of sugar, according to “143 Reasons Sugar is Ruining Your Health”
by Appleton:
• Sugar can suppress your immune system.
• Sugar can cause hyperactivity, anxiety, inability to concentrate
and crankiness in children.
• Sugar can lead to ovarian cancer.
• Sugar can cause premature aging.
• Sugar can lead to obesity.
• Sugar can impair the structure of DNA.
• Sugar can cause cataracts.
• Sugar can contribute to Alzheimer’s disease.
• Sugar can decrease emotional stability.
• Sugar can decrease testosterone production.
Two Upcoming Events
Be sure to talk with NutritionWorks Wellness Center
team members at these two upcoming events!
NutritionWorks Wellness Center will have a table at
Healthy Happy Families Fun Day, to be held 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.,
Sunday, Oct. 11 at the Quad City Botanical Center, 2525 4th
Ave., Rock Island, IL.
Also, the NutritionWorks Wellness Center Health
Fair will be held Wednesday, Nov. 4 at the Center’s location,
1900 State Street, Ste. 4, Bettendorf. Call (563) 355-4864 for
your reservation today. The first 25 reservations receive a free
initial consultation and report of findings. More information is
forthcoming at NutritionWorksWellness.com.
NutritionWorks Wellness
Center is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
at their location, 1900 State Street, Ste.
4, Bettendorf. For more information,
call (563) 355-4864 or visit
NutritionWorksWellness.com.
To watch their video, scan
the QR code or visit https://vimeo.
com/134627371
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 Testing SM 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.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
for our Health Fair, to be held Nov. 4 at our location,
1900 State Street, Ste. 4, Bettendorf. More information is
forthcoming at NutritionWorksWellness.com.
Nutrition Response Testing SM can help with:
– Fatigue
– Sleep Problems
– Weight Concerns
– Digestive Disorders
– Menopause
– Hormonal Issues
– Joint Discomfort
– Skin Conditions
– Muscle Aches
– Blood Sugar Issues
– And More!
From left, Jenna Crookshanks, Client Advocate; Lori Sullivan, RN, HHP,
Owner/Practitioner; and Jessica Harris, Front Desk Manager.
(563) 355-4864
1900 State Street, Suite 4, Bettendorf, IA
NutritionWorksWellness.com
QC Family Focus - October 2015 25

“Magnificent Mallory” Beats Scoliosis and Provides
Inspiration to Others
Mickle Communications Staff Writer
In 2003, a routine physical
examination revealed a spinal curvature
in kindergartner Mallory Ann Obenauf.
Her doctor suspected scoliosis and
recommended a specialist to her
parents, Bill and Donna Obenauf of
Davenport, Iowa. When Mallory was
examined by Dr. Stuart Weinstein at the
University of Iowa Children’s Hospital,
her spinal curvature was already
nearing 30 degrees.
For years, Mallory’s condition
was treated with back braces, which
she wore 14 to 18 hours a day. But by
age 12, she had developed an 85 degree curvature of the
spine, and it was clear that the next step would have to be
spinal fusion surgery. During the surgery, which took place in
March 2012, stainless steel bars were fastened on both sides
of her spine.
Today, you would never guess she had ever needed
spinal fusion surgery. She is now a competitive swimmer,
snowmobiler, snow skier, and a member of the Backwater
Gamblers Water Ski Show Team. Her busy schedule includes
many school and church activities, as well as playing the
flute. She also enjoys spending time with her sister, Megan,
and brother, Zachary.
The brave teenager was so grateful for the new
future that spinal fusion surgery has given her, she decided
to pay it forward by writing a book about her experience.
Magnificent Mallory: Scoliosis Survivor, is now available
and a percentage of the proceeds will benefit University of
Iowa Children’s Hospital through the University of Iowa
Foundation.
Mallory is also paying it forward by acting as a
scoliosis patient advocate. “I pray for the strength and
opportunity to continue meeting other families whose
children may be faced with needing spinal fusion surgery,”
Mallory said. “It brings me such joy to know that I can help
to ease their fears about the unknown and to inspire them to
believe in themselves to overcome their challenges.”
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She began her role in advocacy in
February 2013, when she traveled
with Dr. Weinstein and several
members of the American Academy
of Orthopaedic Surgeons to
Washington, DC’s Research Capitol
Hill Days. Since her surgery, she has
visited with more than 25 families
affected by scoliosis. She was the
recipient of the 2012 President’s
Volunteer Service Award and the
2013 Prudential Spirit of Community
Certificate of Excellence.
“Bill and I are very proud of her for
wanting to help others,” said Donna. “It’s a pretty big deal
for Mallory, as a teenager, to put herself out in public and
share her story while giving back to the University of Iowa
Children’s Hospital.”
For more information, visit www.facebook.
com/Magnificent.Mallory or email magnificent.mallory.
scoliosis@gmail.com. You can order the book online at
http://story-ebooks.com/shop/magnificent-mallory-scoliosissurvivor/.
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Fight the Flu, Get the Facts
Scott County Health Department
The flu is a contagious respiratory illness, caused by the
influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. This
illness can be mild to severe, and at times can lead to death.
The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine
each year.
For more information, including flu signs and symptoms,
prevention, and vaccine information, please visit the Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website: www.
cdc.gov.
To locate where you and your family can receive a flu
shot, see the flu finder website: http://flushot.healthmap.org.
used by the influenza viruses that infect the
o severe, and at times can lead to death. The
cine each year.
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QC Family Focus - October 2015 27

The Amazing Adventure Known as Birth
Joni Mitchell
104.9 The Hawk give you pregnancy, birth/delivery and even 4th trimester (oh,
Birth. It is single- handedly,
one of the biggest decisions
I’ve ever made. It has been the
most impacting, challenging,
rewarding and crazy adventure
I have ever taken in life, and
I wouldn’t change a thing! It
impacted me so greatly, I began
studying it, reading books and
helping friends labor during
their births. Seeing women feel
empowered and thriving during
their labor and birth has been a
great learning experience for me.
In fact, I have birthed in a hospital and at home, twice!
All experiences were different but the things I wished I would
have known for my first birth, I truly learned by the standard
of care my homebirth midwives gave me. I also didn’t know
that a doula was an absolute MUST HAVE at birth! Doulas
are awesome and were my life savers during the birth. They
advocated for my wishes, helped me with everything I could
vocalize, and somehow, through their training or intuition,
knew to help me with things
just by a look on my face or a
sound I made. That is priceless
when you are in a deep place of
concentration.
Had I known my options
the first time around, I would
have felt better informed about
my birth, what to expect and
could have gone forth with
the confidence I desired when
having my first baby. The levels
of bedside manner, care, time and patience between my
hospital birth and home- births were vastly different. I needed
to know my options and rights.
Outside of my on- air, DJ world in radio, I advocate for
medical choice and health freedoms, among other things.
I became particularly concerned about the maternal health
care system in our country. When it comes to birth, America
isn’t doing so hot in the grand picture. The United States
ranks 60th in the world when it comes to maternal mortality,
which is worse than any other developed nation and worse
than some third -world countries. Sadly, we also have a higher
infant mortality rate and rank last over 27 other wealthy
countries in the world. Yet we are the wealthiest and spend
the most world wide on birth.
While there are many varying factors that play a key role
in this, one of them is something we have control over. It’s
the power within us all to become educated consumers and
to know our rights and options. That is where a wonderful,
international group of women with a TON of resources
comes in!
Did you know there is a support group right here in the
QC for mothers who can help you with informed choices,
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you didn’t know you had a 4th trimester in pregnancy? You
do! It’s called ‘postpartum’) resources and education on how
to avoid a c -section or recover from one? Should you end up
needing that life saving, major surgery, there are many things
you need to know about recovery, and there are moms who
have been there themselves who are there to help. At one of
the meetings I attended, I learned about a new type of c -section
being offered now called gentle cesarean, where you get to
hold, breastfeed and have your baby skin- to- skin! I am so
thankful we have this technology in our lifetime.
ICAN of the Quad Cities is a chapter of the non -for -profit,
International Cesarean Awareness Network. They offer free
monthly meetings in the Iowa and Illinois Quad Cities area
and will be hosting a free birthing conference from 9 a.m to
3:15 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015, at the Butterworth Center
in Moline, IL. There will be 13 speakers to choose from at the
ICAN Birth: Exploring Your Options conference, as well as a
complimentary lunch, drawings and a space to honor Bernice
Keutzer, APN, CNM, MS. Bernice has helped “catch” well
over a thousand babies in and around the Quad Cities area! As
a midwife, Bernice has served Quad Cities area families with
years of loving service. She will open the conference using
words of experience and wisdom in her presentation, Birth:
Let’s Get Real. Arrive early to get the best seats and help us fill
the house as we nourish Bernice, just as she has nourished so
many women and babies in her care. Our guests may check in
at the reception table beginning at 9:00 a.m., with introductions
beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Other speakers include Dr. Kari Ward, DNP, ARNP/
CNM; Dr. Luanne Wells, D.C.; Lawyer Valerie Runes, J.D.;
Kelly Fischer, Advanced Mentor, Birthing From Within; Dad
Extraordinaire, Jesse Jager, (because birthing isn’t just for
mamas. Partners play a key role in birth, too.); Anna Richards,
LCPC and Therapist; Candice Kundert, L.I.S.W., S.A.E.; Lynn
Carstens, MSOM, L.Ac.; Natalie Hessell, IBCLC, LLLL; and
Roberta Kelinson, 200hr RYT & RPYT. To find out more, visit
www.icanbirthqc.com.
I have found a safe place for my own healing after birth
in ICAN. Not only will this conference provide options and
resources but with the lineup of speakers on deck, there are
sure to be many laughs as well. I look forward to seeing you
there!
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Palmer Chiropractic Clinics Honor Veterans
at Nov. 7 Event and Every Day
Paulette Sackett
Marketing & Communication
Palmer College of Chiropractic
Q: What does chiropractic have to do with veterans?
A: Chronic pain relief.
U.S. veterans experience chronic pain at a much higher
rate than the rest of the population—44 percent complain of
recurring pain, compared to 26 percent of the general public,
according to a recent article in the Journal of the American Medical
Association (JAMA).
Because of chiropractic’s effectiveness at treating pain,
the Veteran’s Administration (VA) is integrating chiropractic care
into VA hospitals across the nation, and the Department of Defense
is currently funding research by the Palmer Center for Chiropractic
Research that assesses the effectiveness of chiropractic care for
pain management in military populations. In fact, chiropractic
is endorsed by the federal Agency for Health Care Policy and
Research as the “only safe and effective, drugless form of initial
professional treatment for acute low back problems in adults.”
Palmer Sponsors Event Honoring Veterans on Nov. 7
That’s why the Palmer Chiropractic Clinics are teaming
up with the Putnam Museum & Science Center, the Rock Island
chapter of the Association of the United States Army and the R.I.A.
Federal Credit Union to sponsor a Veteran’s Day event on Saturday,
Nov. 7 from noon to 3 p.m.
The special one-day event at the Putnam features the
“Arsenal of Innovation” display highlighting the impressive
manufacturing and weaponry innovations made at the Rock Island
Arsenal, the movie “D-Day: Normandy 1944” shown in 3D, a
special ceremony honoring veterans, and informational booths
hosted by the R.I.A. Federal Credit Union, the Association of
the United States Army
and Palmer Chiropractic
Clinics.
This unique
experience is open to the
public, fun for the whole
family, and includes free
admission to the museum
and science center for the
first 300 guests.
Palmer Cares for
Military and Veterans
Every Day
In addition to
this event, the Palmer
Chiropractic Clinics honor
the sacrifices made by our
service men and women
The Palmer Chiropractic Clinics provide complimentary
chiropractic care to active-duty military personnel and
their families, as well as disabled veterans.
through our Military Care Program every single day. Through
Palmer’s Military Care Program, qualified military personnel and
their families, as well as disabled veterans, receive chiropractic
care at our clinics free of charge. The Military Care Program,
available at our Quad-Cities clinics as well as campus clinics in
Port Orange, Fla., and San Jose, Calif., has provided a total of
$2.6 million of in-kind care to date, and is the only one of its kind
in the world.
Visit the Palmer Chiropractic Clinics website at www.
palmer.edu/clinics/quad-cities/ for more information about the
“Arsenal of Innovation” event. For more information about
Palmer’s Military Care Program, go to www.palmer.edu/clinics/
complimentary-care-for-military/.
Join the Palmer Chiropractic Clinics at
the Arsenal of Innovation event at the
Putnam Museum & Science Center
Saturday, Nov. 7, Noon – 3 p.m.
First 300 guests receive FREE admission to Museum and Science Center.
• $5 Movie: “D-Day: Normandy 1944 3D” showing at 12:30 & 1:45 p.m.
• Ceremony honoring veterans at 1:30 p.m.
• Information booths from R.I.A. FCU, Palmer Clinics, and the
Association of the United States Army
• Talk with soldiers stationed in the Exhibit
Experience family fun during
this special event!
For more information visit www.palmerclinics.com/qca.
QC Family Focus - October 2015 29

Young Women (And Their Emotional Health) Matter
Maggie Gehlsen
University of Alabama
Skinny enough, smart enough, motivated enough,
pretty enough, or worth enough? These are all thoughts that
have or will run through the mind of a teenage girl (if not
in her teens, more than likely at some point in her life).
Now more than ever, teenage girls are feeling pressure from
everyone around them to conform and follow the masses—
and it’s taking a toll on their mental and emotional health.
Basically, your average teenage girl is probably
trying to figure out how to throw on some makeup everyday,
head to school to impress a hypothetical crush, maintain her
grades to get into a great college, and quite literally rule the
world thereafter. When people say, “it is possible to have
it all,” they probably haven’t experienced being a teenage
girl.
Being a teenager is hard enough as it is, dealing
with new emotions and hormones, but go ahead and throw
in flawless women on magazine covers and Kylie Jenner
serving as a youth “role model.” The more we can reassure
teenage girls that they don’t have to have it all … and quite
frankly, it’s pretty much impossible to have it all … the
better off we’ll (and they’ll) be. Like I said, these young
women are seeing pressure everyday from the media to be
something. And chances are, it’s something that they aren’t.
And that’s terrifying. I remember being a teenager, being in
middle school, being in high school. If you didn’t have the
right pants or earrings or hairstyle, people were brutal. And
God forbid you become successful, that’s even worse.
Positive mental health in
young women is vital. It matters.
While the idea of feminism and
that women are equal to all males
is being articulated in our society,
young women still are feeling the
pressure. Anxiety and depression,
among other mental illnesses, are
on the rise, with more people being
medicated every day. I can’t help
but wonder: if we can just teach
young women to appreciate other
females and themselves, could we
prevent this trend? Could we help them see that negative
thoughts about their own beings and other females are
unnecessary because all women, especially young women,
matter?
Now more than ever, it’s time we show young
women how to uplift and encourage one another, instead
of tearing each other down. Life does not always have to be
about the competition. Instead, we should be showing our
girls how women, all women, are important. That all women
have something to bring to the table … and it doesn’t have
to be that they’re aesthetically pleasing. That all women
have a chance to be whatever and whomever they want.
That her success and happiness is just as important as the
success and happiness of the woman behind her. That all
young women have the choice to turn away from what the
media is screaming at them. That all young women matter.
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Latinos & Vietnam
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2015 VOLUNTEERISM CONFERENCE
YEAR OF THE VOLUNTEER
Friday, October 16, 8 am - 3 pm
Western Illinois University, 3300 River Drive, Moline
Examine the Latino experience during
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SCREENING &
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TUES | OCT 13 | 6PM
Our Lady of Guadalupe
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2015
MVDOVIA invites you to gather together with
other community agency providers to learn
from, share with and get inspired by one
another in our work to increase the number of
volunteers in our community and the impact of
the work they do!
This year’s theme is Year of the Volunteer.
We will grow in our understanding of how to
activate and inspire 21st century volunteers to
discover and use all of their assets - time,
talent, voice and money - to help us build a
strong and vibrant community.
Register online at University of Illinois Extension
Henry, Mercer, Rock Island and Stark
web.extension.illinois.edu/hmrs
(309) 756-9978
Registration fee $35 public
DOVIA members, Students/AmeriCorps $20

10 Ways to Build and Preserve Better
Boundaries and Achieve Emotional Wellness
Joseph P. Cowley, Ph. D.
President/CEO, Center for Alcohol & Drug Services, Inc.
As we all continue our
Journey through life, we
should reflect on the Wellness
Wheel. Emotional Wellness
is defined as the importance
of having awareness of
one’s thoughts and feelings,
and expressing emotions
and seeking support in a
suitable manner. When we
communicate clearly, with
care for the other person’s
perspective, we can engage
in problem-solving in a more
efficient, considerate manner.
Another path to achieving emotional wellness is the
willingness to take on challenges and recognize conflict as being
potentially healthy. If we are working on individual emotional
wellness, we can approach challenges using a positive attitude.
Boundaries are essential to healthy relationships and a
healthy life. But for many of us, boundary-building is a challenging
new concept. Having healthy boundaries means knowing and
understanding your limits.
1. Name your limits. You can’t set good boundaries if you’re
unsure of where you stand. Identify your physical, emotional,
mental and spiritual limits. Consider what you can tolerate and
accept and what makes you feel uncomfortable or stressed.
2. Tune into your feelings. Two key feelings are red flags
or cues that we’re letting go of our boundaries: discomfort and
resentment. Think of these feelings on a continuum from one to
ten … six to ten being the higher zone. If you’re in that higher zone
during an interaction, ask yourself: what is causing that? What is it
about this interaction, or the person’s expectation, that is bothering
me?
Resentment usually comes from being taken advantage of, or
feeling unappreciated. It’s often a sign that we’re pushing ourselves
either beyond our own limits because we feel guilty, or someone
else is imposing their expectations, views or values on us. When
someone acts in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable, they
may be violating or crossing a boundary.
3. Be direct. With some people, maintaining healthy
boundaries doesn’t require a direct dialogue. Usually, this is the
case if people have similar communication styles, views, and
personalities. But with others, such as those who have a different
personality or cultural background, you’ll need to be more direct
about your boundaries.
4. Give yourself permission. Fear, guilt and self-doubt are
big potential pitfalls. We might fear the other person’s response
if we set and enforce our boundaries. We might feel guilty by
speaking up or saying no to a family member. Many believe they
should be able to cope with a situation or say yes because they’re
a good daughter or son, even though they feel drained or
taken advantage of. Boundaries aren’t just a sign of a healthy
relationship; they’re a sign of self-respect. Give yourself the
permission to set and preserve boundaries.
5. Practice self-awareness. Hone in on your feelings and
honor them. If you notice yourself slipping and not sustaining
your boundaries, ask yourself: What’s changed? What am I
doing, or what is the other person doing? What is the situation
eliciting that’s making me resentful or stressed? Consider your
options: What am I going to do about the situation? What do
I have control over?
6. Consider your past and present. How you were
raised, along with your role in your family, can become
additional obstacles in setting and preserving boundaries. If
you held the role of caretaker, you learned to focus on others,
letting yourself be drained emotionally or physically. Ignoring
your own needs might have become the norm for you. Tune
into your feelings and honor them.
7. Make self-care a priority. Give yourself permission to
put yourself first. When we do this, our need and motivation
to set boundaries becomes stronger. Our feelings serve as
important cues about our well-being and what makes us happy
or unhappy. Putting yourself first gives you the energy, peace
of mind and positive outlook to be
more present with others.
8. Seek support.
If you’re having a
hard time with
boundaries, seek
some support from
a support group,
church, counseling,
coaching or good
friends. With
friends or family,
you can even make
it a priority to practice
setting boundaries
together.
9. Be assertive. It’s not
enough to create boundaries; we have to follow
through. Even though we know people aren’t mind readers,
we still expect others to know what hurts us. Since they don’t,
it’s important to assertively communicate with the other
person when they’ve crossed a boundary.
10. Start small. Like any new skill, assertively
communicating your boundaries takes practice. Start with
a small, non-threatening boundary and then incrementally
increase to more challenging boundaries. Build upon
your success, and try not to take on something that feels
overwhelming.
Setting boundaries takes courage, practice and support.
Remember, it’s a skill you can master.
QC Family Focus - October 2015 31

Cut the Cord –
Or Plug Back In?
Amy Henze
Sales/Marketing, Done Right Satellite
As the trend continues to “cut the cord” with cable
TV/satellite providers, we here at Done Right are seeing
another trend: Plugging back in.
The thought of getting rid of a monthly bill is
enough to get anyone to take a second look. Services
like Hulu, Netflix and Amazon prime don’t send monthly
statements for you to discern. You can watch from different
devices, i.e. Ipads, smartphones, tablets, even select video
game consoles.
Let’s say you start off thinking you only need Hulu.
Wait, you’re missing movies! So you add Netflix or start
visiting Redbox. Then you realize your favorite baseball
team may go to the World Series. You add SlingTV with
an additional sports package. Then, your teenager comes
home and must watch Game of Thrones. So you add
HBONow.
With the above scenario, you are paying different
companies over $100.00 a month. You have to keep a list
of passwords where your remote control used to be.
Cutting the cord means becoming a more active
consumer. You will need to explore several services and
pair them with the right hardware. Unless you have been
collecting every genre of Playstation and Xbox, you will
have a purchase or two to make. You may even feel you
need to go out and buy a smart tv to replace the one you
got at last year’s Black Friday Sale. You know, the one you
fought so hard for?
I have met more than a few people who were
just getting started into the world of cord cutting.
Understandably, they are proud of all the hours of research,
learning all the options and figuring it out.
The next year, I see them in my store, looking for
a simpler solution. This is what I put together for them:
(1) A Set top box with a DVR and a lot of storage capacity
(we are talking Terabytes here, people!).
(2) A package that covers their needs.
(3) An App (Free of course!) that lets them watch all of
their content, live TV and anything on their DVR from
a device or gaming system they already own.
(4) Premium Movie channels (Over 40) Free for 3 months.
(5) A restored sense of pride. For they shopped smarter,
not harder and went to a local authorized dealer (we all
know what shopping local does for our communities).
If you tell me you’re a cord-cutter, I’ll give you my
card anyway. If you want to come back to real TV, just give
Done Right a call.
Done Right started up in 2004. We are a fully
authorized DISH and DIRECTV Dealer. We also offer
internet solutions and home theatre components. We can
custom-order and install whatever you need. We’ll do
it right the first time with local professionals and local
service.
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Brighten Your Basement
with An Egress Window
Mickle Communications Staff Writer
Do you wish that
you could do more with your
basement? Many people
would love to use their
basements more, but feel the
area is dark and uninviting. If that’s the case with your house, an
egress window may be the answer.
An egress window is a window that can be used as
an exit. An effective egress window can help make a basement
beautiful and enjoyable. It can serve as a welcome source of
light, and even be used as a small hothouse! It also increases the
value of a home by adding more saleable square footage.
If someone is living in the basement, the egress window
serves as a code-compliant escape route. Egress windows are
required in a basement with a finished living space, even if there
isn’t a bedroom. The finished space cannot be advertised as
usable living space if there isn’t an egress system.
Egress windows also add another
safety feature. Many house fires start
in the kitchen. And, many stairways
to the basement start … just off the
kitchen. How can anyone escape the
basement if the kitchen is engulfed
in flames? How will firemen get
into the basement? Egress code
windows allow the entrance of a
fireman wearing safety gear. This factor makes egress windows
well worth the investment.
MidAmerica Basement Systems installs Bilco
ScapeWel and Bilco StakWel egress systems. The ScapeWel
system includes durable terraced steps in the window well. They
are made with a high-density polyethylene used for truck bed
liners, and filled with rigid-setting polyurethane foam for added
strength. Also, they are termite-proof and will never rust, dent,
rot or chip. Bilco StakWEL egress wells have a molded-in Grip/
Step, featuring a convenient handle and gusseted step for easy
escape.
To install an egress window, an opening must be made in
the basement wall. MidAmerica Basement Systems technicians
use a water-cooled saw and guide plate to saw a hole in the wall.
After the excavation is backfilled with gravel to the level of the
sill, the grade is re-established with removed soil. Polyethylene
steps can be assembled on-site for installation. Pressure-treated
lumber forms the header and frame for the double-glazed
window. They install a high-quality single sash and double sash
crank window system or a 2’ x 4’ and 4’ x 4’ system respectively.
A cedar fascia provides a finished look.
An optional clear polycarbonate cover can keep the
window well free of leaves, snow and debris. All egress systems
include a sump pump liner and lid and pump discharge line (pump
optional) in the rock bed for water control purposes. Basement
windows can leak water into the basement if submerged.
MidAmerica Basement Systems
provides free, no-obligation project
estimates to homeowners throughout
the Iowa-Illinois Quad Cities and
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QC Family Focus - October 2015 33

Abbey Carpet Gallery Celebrates 25 Years of Being Underfoot!
Mark McLaughlin
Mickle Communications
October 9th and 10th mark the 25th anniversary of
Abbey Carpet Gallery Flooring & Interiors, a locally owned
business dedicated to great value, excellent customer service and
a full range of quality products. Quad-Citians have been stepping
on their products for a quarter of a century … and they couldn’t be
happier!
The anniversary days will feature a combination
celebration, sale, and customer appreciation surprises. The
celebration will take place 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., October 9, and 9
a.m to 4 p.m., October 10. Abbey Carpet Gallery is located in
the Walnut Center at 4811 North Brady
Street, Davenport, Iowa. The business
is operated by longtime business
partners Bill Daley and Lee Zindel.
“Lee and I have worked together at
Abbey since the early ‘90s, and we’ve
known each other for much longer than
that,” said Daley, President of Abbey
Carpet Gallery Flooring & Interiors.
“I concentrate on sales and business
organization, while Lee runs the warehouse and installs carpeting
for clients.”
“Most customers don’t realize that one of the business
owners is doing the installation,” said Zindel. “Customers often
tell Bill that he should give me a raise!”
According to Daley, product lines offered by Abbey
Carpet Gallery include residential and commercial carpeting; area
rugs; vinyl tile, plank and sheet goods; hardwood floors; tile in
porcelain, ceramic and natural stone; and
window treatments.
“With every project, our team
members focus on the look and feel of the
clients’ finished rooms,” Daley said. “In
most cases, the job doesn’t end with the
installation of carpeting. We’re happy to
offer advice regarding paint, lighting and
other aesthetic selections. We can advise
Anniversary
th 25 on both design and functionality, collaborating with the client to
create the perfect look.”
Many customers do not know that Abbey Carpet Gallery
is dedicated to green practices. Many of their products are made
with recycled or recyclable materials. To save trees, bamboo and
cork can be used: bamboo grows back rapidly and cork is harvested
from living trees.
“When old carpeting and cushion materials are removed
from a site, they are recycled whenever possible,” Daley said.
“Any leftover materials in our warehouse are donated to the local
Habitat for Humanity facility.”
Daley and Zindel enjoy working with their customers and
look forward to many more years of business in the Quad-Cities.
“I do plan on retiring someday,” Daley said,
“but until then, we have a lot more floors to
cover.”
For more information on Abbey
Carpet Gallery Flooring & Interiors, call
563-391-2593 or visit them online at
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34 October 2015 - QC Family Focus

Lasagna is a great Fall weather dish and while this version may look a bit more complicated, it’s
not! Kids love this one … and let’s be honest, adults will, too! Be sure to make two pans and
freeze one for later – you’ll be happy you did!
Pepperoni Pizza Lasagna Roll-ups
10 lasagna sheets pepperoni slices
2 c. cottage cheese 1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1 t. garlic powder 1 t. onion powder
1 t. parsley 4 c. spaghetti sauce
1 c. shredded mozzarella cheese
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Layer 2 c. of the spaghetti
sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
2. Boil lasagna noodles until al dente. Rinse and allow to cool.
3. In a bowl, combine the cottage cheese, Parmesan cheese and
spices.
4. To assemble, lay out a lasagna noodle. Spoon on a layer of the cream sauce and place
pepperoni slices on top. Gently roll up and place seam side down in the baking pan.
5. Pour remaining spaghetti sauce over the rolled-up lasagna noodles. Sprinkle with the
mozzarella.
6. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncovered for 15 minutes. Allow to rest for 5 minutes
before eating.
If you’ve never snuck a spoonful of raw cookie dough in your life, then you have not fully lived!
These bars allow you to eat a piece without (some) of the guilt.
Rich, decadent and sinful to the core, but oh, so good!
No-Bake Cookie Dough Bars
1 stick unsalted butter 1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. brown sugar 1 t. vanilla
2 1/2 c. chocolate chips 1 c. white chocolate chips
2 c. flour 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk
1. Line the bottom of an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper
and set aside.
2. Cream together butter and sugars until fluffy.
3. Add in the vanilla and sweetened condensed milk to combine.
4. Fold in the flour until creamy.
5. Fold in 1 c. of the chocolate chips and 1 c. of the white chocolate chips to form the dough. Pat
into the pan, pressing down to lay flat.
6. Refrigerate for a couple of hours to chill.
7. In the microwave, melt the remaining chocolate chips in 15 second intervals, stirring each time
until melted. Pour over the bars and spread to make smooth.
8. Place back in the fridge to harden, at least one hour.
9. Keep in the fridge or the freezer, cutting into bars first for easy access!
For more of Ally’s recipes check out the recipe section at
www.qcfamilyfocus.com or www.sweetandsavoryfood.com
QC Family Focus - October 2015 35

Season of
Change
Jennifer Green
Manager, Good Samaritan Society Services@Home
Days grow shorter, nights grow
longer, and the weather gets colder.
What a great example of change…we
know that fall is upon us, and soon
winter will follow.
Change is part of God’s plan
for us, but it’s hard. Change is tough
enough when we’re the only ones
involved. With Good Samaritan Society
Services@Home, you do not have to be
alone as you face the changes that come
along with aging. Our services can help to keep you living at
home, wherever it is you call “home”.
Our range of services include helping you recover
from surgery, keeping you company, or having a caregiver
assist you with your activities of daily living. The possibilities
are endless. Services can also include: relief and respite
care, companionship, memory care, bathing, dressing, meal
preparation, assistance with ambulation and light exercise,
laundry and light housekeeping, errand services, and
medication reminders.
Good Samaritan Society Services@Home has high
standards for services and performance. Our staff members
receive special training to recognize and respond to our
clients’ individualized needs.
An old story has a husband asking his wife, “Honey,
why do you cut off the ends of a roast before you cook it?”
“Because my mother did it that way,” she responded
with a smile. Curious, the husband called the wife’s mother
and asked her the same question. When she gave an identical
answer, he called his wife’s grandmother. The moment the
elderly matron heard the question she laughed and said, “I
don’t know why they cut off the ends of the roast, but I did it
that way because a full roast wouldn’t fit in my pan.”
This story illustrates how most practices are initiated
to serve a purpose. But over time, even the best practice can
lose its usefulness.
Change is important. But it’s also important to cling
to core values. We at Good Samaritan Society Services@
Home are here to help you to continue to cling to those same
values.
Our mission 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.
If you or someone you know may benefit from our
services, please call (844) 359-4446 or visit our website at
www.good-sam.com/quadcityhome.
H elp to keep you
living at home.
To learn more about Good Samaritan
Society – Services@Home, call
(844) 359-4446.
All faiths or beliefs are welcome.
36 October 2015 - QC Family Focus

You’ll Love Hein Manor
Chicken & Dumplings
Mark McLaughlin
Mickle Communications
Meal-time is always an eagerly awaited experience
at Hein Manor, an assisted-living retirement home located
in the close-knit farm town of Durant, Iowa. Owners Robert
and Dawn Smith are proud of their sizable collection of
homestyle recipes, featuring a tasty array of family favorites.
Each meal is home-cooked with fresh ingredients and
presented family-style.
“We’re just like a family here at Hein Manor,” Dawn
said. “We all enjoy the time we spend dining together. Our
residents are welcome to share their own recipes, and they do
so all the time.”
Hein Manor Chicken & Dumplings is one of their
favorite recipes, and here it is for you to share with your
family!
Ingredients:
½ c. chopped onion
½ c. chopped celery
2 garlic cloves, minced
¼ c. butter
½ c. flour
2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dried basil
½ tsp. pepper
4 c. chicken broth
One 10-oz. pkg. frozen peas
4 c. cubed cooked chicken
Dumplings:
2c. biscuit/baking mix
2 tsp. dried basil
2/3 c. milk
In a large saucepan, sauté onion, celery and garlic in
butter until tender. Add flour, sugar, salt, basil, pepper and
broth; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute; reduce heat.
Add peas and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in
chicken. Pour into a greased 13” x 9” x 2” baking dish. For
the dumplings, combine biscuit mix and basil in a bowl. Stir
in milk with a fork until moistened. Drop by tablespoonfuls
onto casserole (12 dumplings). Bake, uncovered, at 350
degrees for 30 minutes. Cover and bake 10 minutes more or
until dumplings are done. Yields 6 to 8 servings.
Chicken & Dumplings is just one of the many
delectable entrées enjoyed by the
residents of Hein Manor. For more
information, or to schedule a visit
and see everything Hein Manor has
to offer, feel free to contact Dawn
Smith at (563) 785-4705. Also, please
visit Hein Manor’s newly renovated
website at www.heinmanor.com. Be
sure to check out their video: https://
vimeo.com/131814717.
All The Comforts Of Home
Join The Hein Manor Family
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.
Hein Manor
807 3rd St., Durant, IA 52747
(563) 785-4709 • www.heinmanor.com
QC Family Focus - October 2015 37

38 October 2015 - QC Family Focus
A Different Kind of Recipe for Fall
Bob Morrison
Marketing Director, Ridgecrest Village
Fall is finally here! Though we love
the last hot days of Indian Summer, it’s time
to move on to the cool, crisp days of Autumn.
Colored falling leaves, a harvest moon, football
games, pumpkins, Oktoberfest celebrations, and
bountiful harvests let us know we are in a new season.
Fall is my wife’s favorite time of year, and now
is the time she often gets out the cookbooks to find new
recipes and rediscover favorites from long ago. This
began a discussion about our diet, which led to further
conversations about exercise and general health as we
too are entering a new season of life. It is so easy to
just do what we’ve always done!
Our new health “recipe” is pretty simple: Diet
- more vegetables and fruit, less sweets, and more
water; Exercise - walking daily and biking weekly,
Mental Health - reduce chronic stress and play more,
and Spiritual Health - prayer and Bible study daily.
As Marketing Director at Ridgecrest Village, I
see every day the benefits our seniors have that make
it easier to live a healthy lifestyle. Our new health
“recipe” is already happening there! Ridgecrest’s
gourmet chef and dietary staff provide many delicious
options at each meal so eating a balanced healthy diet
is easy. With an exercise room, exercise classes, and
We frequently host Open
House events, but we’re
switching things up in
October with an Open Bus –
open to the public so you can
get a taste of the Ridgecrest
way-of-life while joining us
for an autumn road trip.
Activities and transportation
are just two examples of the
amenities that our residents
enjoy every day! There are so
many more: maintenance,
housekeeping, meals,
security, Lifeline emergency
system, a full-time chaplain,
our Arcade Cafe and Gift
Shop, beauty/barber shop,
library, fitness room,
computer room and general
store, to name a few.
Come check us out!
a beautiful campus for walking, both
indoors and out, there is no excuse not
to stay fit. There is even a brain fitness
machine to help keep minds sharp. We
have a chaplain who leads a Bible study each week in
addition to Sunday worship. Fun activities and outings
and caring relationships among the residents make the
recipe complete.
As you get out your favorite recipes for Fall, why
not write a new one of your own with the ingredients
of diet, exercise, mental and spiritual health? Write
out directions that work for you, and enjoy, knowing
you’ll be healthier for it.
And here’s one of the recipes my wife found
that will make it all perfect: a Recipe for Happiness.
Mix 2 heaping cups of patience, 1 heart full of love, 2
handfuls of generosity, 1 dash of laughter, and 1 head
of understanding. Sprinkle generously with kindness
and plenty of faith and mix well. Spread over a period
of a lifetime and serve everybody you meet!
Bob Morrison is the Marketing Director for
Ridgecrest Village in Davenport, Iowa. For more
information about Ridgecrest Village, contact Bob at
(563) 388-3431 or bmorrison@ridgecrestvillage.
org, or Mary at (563) 388-3215 or mhuebbe@
ridgecrestvillage.org.
Join us for an autumn outing!
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
• 8:30 am – Bus leaves Ridgecrest Village.
• Shop on your own until noon, then meet for lunch.
• Return to Ridgecrest after lunch.
• Ridgecrest will provide transportation;
attendees need only purchase lunch.
4130 Northwest Boulevard, Davenport, IA • www.ridgecrestvillage.org
Call Bob or Mary to
reserve your seat.*
(563) 391-3430
RSVP by October 16.
*Limited availability.
Lunch at the Ox Yoke Inn ®
Our continued care programs –
■ Independent Living
■ Assisted Living, including a
memory loss neighborhood
■ 24-hour Nursing Care

Dementia and Hearing Loss
Emily Steffel, Au.D., CCC-A
Audiology Consultants
Q: My mother has dementia and hearing loss. Could
hearing aids help her?
A: Yes. Virtually anyone with hearing loss has the
potential to benefit from hearing aids. Hearing aids provide
the peripheral auditory system assistance with hearing and
understanding sounds and speech, allowing the person to
lead a life more connected with the world around them.
In addition to helping a person better understand
conversations occurring around them, studies suggest that
hearing aids can help slow the progression of dementia. When
a person has hearing loss, the brain doesn’t receive the level
of auditory stimuli it should. This deficit in stimulation can
result in the brain no longer maintaining those connections.
This leads to deterioration of the auditory portion of the
brain. Just like an arm in a cast atrophies and weakens from
non-use, so too does the brain.
The more areas of deterioration within the brain, the
less efficiently the brain functions overall. The brain has an
increasingly limited ability to regenerate and repair damaged
connections as a person gets older. So, it is crucial to protect
the brain from deterioration in the first place. By providing a
more adequate level of auditory stimulation, hearing aids are
one way to help keep the brain and its connections protected.
There are some limitations to hearing aids and their
effectiveness. They cannot stop or reverse dementia
symptoms. They can help make sounds and speech easier
to hear and understand, but they cannot restore
“normal hearing”. They are also limited by the
person’s central auditory system function. If the person
has very poor word understanding (i.e. the speech signal
gets scrambled on the way to the brain), the person will need
to utilize both visual and auditory stimulation. Despite these
limitations, hearing aids can make large improvements in a
person’s life. The use of hearing aids can assist a person’s
ability to hear and communicate effectively, and help them
to more fully enjoy spending time with loved ones.
There are some struggles common to patients with
both hearing loss and dementia (and their families). It can
sometimes be difficult to convince a parent or grandparent
with dementia to wear their hearing aids. They may forget
that they need them, may forget to put them in, or may
forget where they put them. Or, they may simply not want
to admit, to themselves or others, that they need them.
There are several ways to help make hearing aid use easier
for these patients and their loved ones. These include
reminder notes, repetition, a good organizational system,
and consistent routines, to name a few.
Hearing aids cannot stop or reverse the progression
of dementia. But even though it can be challenging at times,
the more consistently a person with dementia and hearing
loss wears their hearing aids, the easier it will be for them
to stay connected with all the people in their lives.
SOUND ADVICE!
With Audiology Consultants, P.C.
Hearing Aid Accessories
Friday,
October 30 at 1:00 p.m.
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Senior Star at Elmore Place
Powerful Family Testimonial Validates
Move to Senior Star at Elmore Place
A message of comfort when seeking senior living options
Senior Star at Elmore Place continues to be at the
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that provide purpose for its Quad Cities residents … and
peace of mind for their families.
Those attributes become particularly valuable
as adult children make decisions to seek out senior living
options for their loved ones. In the powerful words of one of
Senior Star’s own resident family members, the experience
has been life-changing.
In August, 2014, Joanne Stark was at home
recovering from cancer surgery. Although she had home
health care, it soon became apparent that she was not doing
well. The idea of seeking out a short respite stay while she
recovered seemed like the right answer at the time, albeit
a temporary answer, so Joanne’s daughter, Susie, and her
siblings sought out Senior Star at Elmore Place, having heard
of the senior living community through a friend.
Susie’s mother moved to Senior Star at Elmore Place
in November 2014. A short four months later, her mom had
no intention of returning to what she used to consider home ...
she had found her a new place that she considered to be home
now … probably best summed up with her mom stating, “If
you can’t be home, be here.” Susie’s mother adapted to her
new surroundings, made friends and came to appreciate the
associates who clean and cook for her. “Senior Star makes
sure that my mother is eating and drinking. Someone comes
by several times a day to make sure Mom is doing fine,
which alleviates stress for my siblings and me,” said Susie.
Making a decision to seek out senior living
communities is not an easy one for families. “Our
residents are here because we are more than caregivers
… we are caregivers to the human spirit,” said Marc
Strohschein, executive director of Senior Star at Elmore
Place. “Assisting residents in fulfilling their desire for a
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to Senior Star’s mission of providing a community lifestyle
that inspires people to embrace aging well.”
And in Susie’s case, the decision saved her
mom’s life. “Mom wouldn’t be here today if she hadn’t
moved to Senior Star. My brother, sister and I love the
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The residents are happy and truly look out for each other.
Mom’s like the person she was before she got sick,” said
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Call today to schedule a personal
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Keep It Burnin’
Sandwiched: Part I
Generation”.
right reasons, As the Sandwich we truly gather Generation because numbers they lived. continue There to grow,
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kid:
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they’re living in YOUR home. One way
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sight of another primary responsibility: your own family. good, qualified professional advice for your particular set of
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caring for (or financially you’re
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caring for (or financially supporting) your children, you’re for some. Remember Well. Well.
among among a rapidly a rapidly growing number of Americans who who find find Statistics Statistics David Source: Source: W. Deuth, Wikipedia.com. Wikipedia.com.
CFSP, is a funeral director and the owner
themselves Mother sandwiched Teresa’s words between took me their back responsibilities to an a-ha moment, and and of Weerts David David W. Funeral Deuth, W. Deuth, Home CFSP, CFSP, in is Davenport a funeral is a funeral director as well director as and RiverBend the and owner the owner
the some the generations years ago, to to when whom I they’re came to responsible. better understand No surprise,
that, of Cremation of Weerts Weerts Funeral and Funeral Quad Home Cities Home in Pet Davenport. Cremation in Davenport. He in Bettendorf. can He be can reached He be can reached at at
then, although then, that that you we you are gather are now now when identified someone as has one died, of the and “Sandwich 563.424.7055 for all the be reached at or (563) by or 424-7055 email by email at Dave@WeertsFH.com.
or at by email, Dave@WeertsFH.com.
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