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Your Mickle’s Worth
It’s been a month. It seems like
it was just yesterday. Other times, it
seems like it can’t be real. As I sit
down to write this, I’m still coming
to terms with the loss.
My mom left this earth four
weeks ago. It was just a couple of
months ago that I wrote about a
recent visit. I knew she looked frail,
her memory was definitely failing,
and I wondered how much longer
I’d have her. I was not expecting to
lose her so soon.
In early January, she bent over
to pull the bag out of her trash can
and due to osteoporosis, she suffered
a compression fracture in her back.
As a result, she was unable to get up and down by
herself.
The area where mom lived was not like our
community. There aren’t an abundance of senior living
choices. Mom had to be placed in a small nursing home
near her house. The staff was kind and honest in their
abilities. They told us they were not trained to help in
her rehabilitation. That’s all I needed to hear. I headed
south to Oklahoma to help assess the situation.
Mom was on a lot of pain medication and drifted
in and out of consciousness. Thankfully, she was alert
when I walked in. She was excited to see me and
reached out to give me a hug and kiss. You could see
the toll that the pain was taking on her. I sat by her
bed for a few hours and held her hand as she slept. She
would occasionally wake up and look at me. At one
point, she pulled my hand up to her mouth and kissed it.
I did the same with hers. I knew at that moment, mom
was never coming back home.
I left her bedside and headed to the house we moved
into when I was ten. I planned to pack up some of her
stuff. I couldn’t do it. I wanted to stay in the house one
more time as it was, not changing a thing. I knew I’d be
back in a few weeks to pack and move things as we sold
the house. I did not think she would already be gone.
I spent the night reliving memories of friends hanging
out after school, the smell of mom’s cherry cream pies
baking in the oven, and even bringing our three children
to see their grandma for the first time.
I grabbed a few hours of sleep and headed back
to the nursing home, early the next morning. I sat with
her again for several hours. I got another hug and kiss.
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She held my hand and I told her,
I was going to help find a place
more equipped to care for her. She
thanked me and asked if I really
had to leave. I explained that I
did. My sister and I had a meeting
with another facility that was an
hour away. I was anxious to see
if we could get mom moved, and
then I needed to return to Iowa.
She thanked me. I could never tell
mom goodbye when I left. I would
always say, “See you soon.” That’s
what I said that day. I told her I
loved her and of course she said,
“I love you more.”
I just smiled as the tears filled
my eyes and I walked out of her room. Leaving her
that day was one of the hardest things I’ve ever
done. Two weeks later, I got a call from my sister.
Mom was being rushed to the hospital. She was
unresponsive. The paramedics couldn’t bring her
back.
Mom never wanted to leave her house. She
planned to stay there until the day she died. She
almost made it. She died three weeks from the
day she hurt her back. The doctors had told us that
her dementia was definitely getting worse, but her
heart was very healthy. I’m not sure if mom’s heart
was broken by the realization that she wouldn’t be
going home, or if she just decided it was time to say
goodbye, but on the morning of January 24th, mom
collapsed in her room of a massive heart attack.
Today, I still can’t say goodbye. I’ll have to leave it
with, “See you soon, mom. I love you.” I can almost
hear her saying, “I love you more.”
We have a special section in this month’s issue.
It contains information on dementia, senior living
and tough choices families need to make before
it’s too late. I hope it helps those of you who are
still experiencing the journey of an aging parent. If
you are, do me a favor. Stop by and see them today
and tell them you love them... and remember, even
though they may not always be able to say it, they
love you more.
Thanks for letting me share mom’s story.
– Mike

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6 March 2017 - QC Family Focus

What You Can Learn from Your Five-Year-Old
Michael Carton
Director of Education and Outreach
WQPT Quad Cities PBS
My five-year-old son loves to talk. If you’re willing
to sit and listen, he’ll talk to you all day. My son also has
some speech issues. If you don’t know him well, you might
have a hard time understanding him.
For example, he loves to watch me make smoothies
and tell me the ingredients I need to add. Vanilla extract
typically comes out “Banilla extra.” There are times when
he’ll say “wok” and I have no idea if he’s talking about a
lock or a rock. Since this is a family-friendly magazine, I
can’t write the two words that came out of his mouth when
he told a Rudy’s waitress that he needed a “fork and knife”
for his chicken strips.
You can imagine my surprise when he was age
three, and out of the blue, he brought me a pillow from my
bedroom and didn’t call it a “pill-doe.” He handed it to me
and said, as clear as day, that it was a “magic cylinder.”
I can’t remember exactly what went through my
head, but it was something like: Magic cylinder?! Where did
that come from? How do you even know what a cylinder
is? What made you use such an academic word? Are you
going to tell me the Kleenex box is a rectangular prism and
a basketball is a sphere?
The answer to the last question was, “Yes.” And the
answer to the other questions was, “Peg + Cat.”
If you’ve never heard of Peg + Cat, it’s a PBS KIDS
show that inspires preschool children to see math as exciting,
accessible, and fun. It teaches an inquiry-based approach to
problem-solving that kids can use in their everyday lives.
Around the time it was my son’s favorite show, I
was thrust into the world of single-fatherhood. It was a huge
adjustment for me, and I’m sure I made plenty of mistakes
those first few months. I doubt that I was the only single
parent of a three-year-old to use a TV to “babysit” for a
few minutes to prepare for work in the morning, but I had
no other options at times. Luckily, that decision didn’t turn
out to be a detriment to him!
I had no idea how much he was learning from the
TV in those few minutes each day, but after the “magic
cylinder” moment, I made it a point to learn more about
Peg + Cat.
To do that, I had to get better at being a single dad.
I started waking up earlier to get ready while he was still
asleep. I started watching the show with him. Eventually I
didn’t need the TV to babysit anymore, and the only times
he watched were with me.
I started singing the songs from the show in the
car with him. When we went to a park or the store, I talked
with him about the mathematical concepts the show taught.
We read the Peg + Cat book about one-hundred times. I
started to understand him better as a little person, and our
father/son bond grew.
I never would have guessed that a simple PBS
KIDS show about a girl and her cat could be such a powerful
force in my life, but I’m glad it was. When I was having a
hard time understanding my son, my situation in life, and
so much more, a magic cylinder brought everything into
focus.
I still may not clearly understand every word my
son says, but thanks to Peg + Cat, I understand the most
important thing – it’s worth it to make time for the little
things with him.
Editor’s Note: Michael Carton will be one of our
regular dad bloggers at our upcoming blog project, The Journey
from Dude to Dad. This article provides you with a fun sneak
peek at what the blog will offer!
QC Family Focus - March 2017 7

A True-Life Tale from
a Quad City Mom
Dawn Leon
The following is a Facebook post from a Quad City
mom. We decided this post was definitely share-worthy!
How about I tell you all about my afternoon. I made an
appointment for Eli to get his beautiful mane cut today upon his
request. The only time she could do was 3:30 today. I thought
that was okay because I could pick up the kids and go straight
from there. Hehe. In order to do this, I had to keep Mr. Caleb up
without an afternoon nap. I also looked and felt like the walking
dead since I have been sick for the last 3 days.
Sooooo...........we get to the salon. Chloe immediately
jumps up on a saddle that I am sure was just for display. Erin
runs around the desk in a circle. Caleb crawls out of his stroller
(he can undo his belt). Eli is sitting in the chair, and telling the
girl how he wants his hair. The
girls are running all over, asking
if they can turn on her hair dryer.
All the while, I am giving Chloe
the Evil Mom Eye of Death. She
is ignoring me. The hairdresser
has started to use clippers on Eli’s
hair and when she is HALFWAY
DONE, he decides to have a
breakdown because he “didn’t
want it that short”. He now looks
like Two-Face from Batman.
There is no going back.
While I am dealing with poor Eli, Caleb found the
shampoo sink.......Yes. Yes he did. He turned on the water and
the hose shot water STRAIGHT UP AND OUT 15 feet across the
room, hitting me, Erin and the stylist in the face. We are now all
wet. Caleb is crying. Erin is crying (I am crying inside). I am now
wet with flu sweat and salon water, and take Caleb outside since
his screaming was not super relaxing. I walked up and down the
street and watched the girls win their battle and were using the
stylist’s hair dryer. I looked at Chloe through the window and she
shrugged her shoulders. Eli was stone-faced the whole time.
So, finally we are done. I apologized to the stylist
profusely and tipped her well. Eli sprinted to the car and put his
hood up immediately. I got everyone in the car, pulled away and
saw my stroller in the rear-view mirror still sitting on the sidewalk.
I actually thought about just leaving the darn thing there.
If you are a mom in the trenches and have a funny or
heartwarming story, send it to kmickle@qcfamilyfocus.com
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QC Family Focus - March 2017 9

How to Talk with Your Kids about Money
R.I.A. Federal Credit Union
Next month is National Credit Union Youth Month.
A 2015 T. Rowe Price survey found that 72% of parents
experienced at least some reluctance to talk to their kids about
financial matters, and 18% were either very or extremely
reluctant. The most common reasons given were that the
parents didn’t want them to worry about financial matters, or
thought they were too young to understand.
Follow our tips for talking to your children about
money. Also, join us in April for a fun savings challenge that
will allow kids to earn prizes by saving!
• Ask questions. If you’re going out to eat, talk about the
price difference between the options, and ask which they
would choose. If they select the more expensive option, talk
through what you might have to give up later in the week. If
you’re out shopping, apply the same idea by teaching them
to look for bargains and compare prices.
• Make them part of your budgeting. Enlist them in your
saving goals – no one watches you more closely than your
kids, so they’re natural accountability partners! If you’re
uncomfortable revealing too much of your financial picture,
you can keep the discussions high level. Involving them
makes money less abstract.
• Discuss the difference between needs and wants with
examples.
• If your child wants a certain toy, let them know they
have to earn it and save up for the item. Give them an
allowance of your choice for doing chores and helping
with tasks like cooking. Give them a jar to put their
allowance in to see their savings grow. Give them small
prizes for saving, such as stickers, candy, or whatever
motivates them. Another route is to “match” whatever
they save each time.
• Start a 365 days a year savings challenge with your
family. Put one penny into a jar on the first day of the year.
Then put the amount of pennies for the corresponding
number each day, so that by the 365th day you put $3.65
in the jar. By the end of the year, you will have saved
$667.95. Use this money to do something fun together as
a family, so they can see the benefits of saving.
• Open a youth savings account at R.I.A. Federal Credit
Union. This is the best way to help them to learn to save
for what they find meaningful in life. A lifetime of good
savings habits can start now!
R.I.A. Federal Credit Union can help you teach your
children saving habits as part of National Credit Union
Youth Month. Starting April 1, you can stop into any of
our branch locations to pick up a savings punch card for
your children. Each time they reach a savings milestone
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10 March 2017 - QC Family Focus

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With
Ela Ersan
Pleasant Valley Junior
High School
MOM’S CHERRY TOMATO CHILI!
I’ve always wanted to share my mom’s super-awesome chili
recipe with you, but she makes it a little different each time. Here
is her basic recipe, and I’ve given you a few options so you can
customize it, like she does. I’m not sure exactly how much this
makes, but it’s a pretty big pot and sometimes she puts half in
the freezer or shares some with friends. You can cut the recipe in
half if you don’t think you’ll need this much.
INGREDIENTS:
2 lbs. ground beef (can also be made with ground chicken or
turkey)
5 tablespoons of virgin olive oil
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 large green peppers, chopped
2 large containers of fresh cherry tomatoes, like the kind you can get at Sam’s (cut each tomato into halves)
2 cans (6 oz.) tomato paste (start with one and save the other can if you need it)
3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped (or about a tablespoon of the pre-chopped garlic in a jar)
2 tablespoons chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon brown sugar 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Beans, your choice:
- Three large cans of chili beans, white beans or black beans
- You can also go with washed fresh beans (5 to 6 cups total of beans)
Beef broth and water to make it the consistency you like.
Salt and pepper to your taste if needed.
DIRECTIONS:
1.) Brown the ground meat in a large frying pan with olive oil and Worcestershire sauce.
Break up any big chunks of meat.
2.) Put the meat in a big pot.
3.) In a separate pan, sauté tomato paste, onions, garlic, green peppers, and fresh cherry
tomato tomatoes. Don’t over-cook them, just lightly sauté.
4.) Add the beans to your beef mixture.
5.) Add in equal parts of broth and water until the pan is about half-full. Put the pan on
medium flame/heat for about 5 to 7 minutes. If you’re making this chili with turkey or
chicken, use chicken broth.
6.) Now add in the pan of sautéed vegetables. As this cooks, you’ll notice the skin will
separate from the cherry tomatoes and that’s okay. It’s just releasing all the goodness!
7.) Add all of your dry spices.
8.) Mix up everything.
9.) If needed, add in more equal parts of beef broth and water to get the consistency you
like. You can also add that second can of tomato paste, if you think you need it.
10.) Continue over medium heat and stir often. You’ll need to taste the chili and can add
salt, pepper or a little more of the spices in the recipe if you would like. if you’ve
chosen to use fresh beans, your chili will need to simmer a little longer to get them
soft.
If you’d like it more spicy, you can add red pepper or even a little tabasco
sauce, but be careful! Just add a little at a time and taste as you go, so you don’t overdo
it. For a vegetarian version, you can just skip the meat, or try adding a little less water and
serving the chili over brown rice!
Optional garnishes include seasoned croutons; shredded Parmesan, asiago
or cheddar cheese; capers; sea-salt pita chips; chives; salsa; diced green chilies; corn
chips; or sour cream. Fresh garlic toast on the side for dipping is really good with this chili!
Enjoy!
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Time to Spring Ahead!
James Zahara
Storm Team 8, Chief Meteorologist,
WQAD HD News 8
Our semi-annual tradition of
flipping the clocks arrives on Sunday,
March 12. In this case, we ‘spring
ahead’ one hour and begin what is called
Daylight Saving Time. So, here’s an
interesting question: Why do we do this
every year?
It boils down to energy usage.
The thought behind daylight saving is
that by adjusting the clocks for the summer, we could take
advantage of the “longer” evenings and not have to use
electricity for a longer period. This practice was first used in
widespread fashion during the world wars to help conserve
precious materials and fuel for the war effort.
America first used Daylight Saving Time in World
War I, then stopped the practice until World War II, when
clocks were put ahead for an hour during the duration of the
war. After the war, Daylight Saving Time wasn’t enforced,
but some places still used it. From 1945 to 1966, there was a
lot of confusion, as you could travel from place to place and
sometimes need to change your watch constantly! In 1967,
Daylight Saving Time became the law of the land.
However, the practice remains controversial. We
may save a little on energy usage by not having to turn
on the lights earlier in the evening, and certain businesses
and events, like afternoon and evening sports, benefit
from the longer evenings. However, we may use our air
conditioning and such more during the evenings while we
are awake to stay cool, so energy savings may be very
little.
Even so, an interesting survey from the U.S.
Department of Transportation states that Daylight Saving
Time trims the entire country’s electricity usage by small
but significant amounts, about one percent each day,
because less electricity is used for lighting and appliances.
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Just For Kids
KID’S CALENDAR
Come join a Wapsi River Center naturalist to discuss
the history of syruping and tree identification, and then
make maple candy. Fun for the entire family!
1-4 p.m., March 4. Please call to pre-register at
(563) 328-3286. Find out more about the
Wapsi Center at www.scottcountyiowa.com/
news/2016/12/16/winter-fun-wapsi-center.
The MVC Women’s Basketball Tournament will take
place at the iWireless Center, Moline, on March 9-12.
The championship weekend begins with two openinground
games on Thursday. Four quarter-final games
will tip-off at noon on Friday, with the semifinals on
Saturday afternoon and the championship title game on
Sunday afternoon. The league consists of 10 members
across five states, including Bradley, Drake, Evansville,
Illinois State, Indiana State, Loyola, Missouri State,
Northern Iowa, Southern Illinois, and Wichita State.
Learn more at www.iwirelesscenter.com.
Family Fun Night at the Putnam Museum, 5-8:30
p.m. March 17 - Going Green, April 21 - Astronomy.
Activities located in the Grand Lobby are free.
General museum admission is required to experience
the museum and science center, and movie ticket
prices apply to view films. Find out more at www.
putnam.org.
Grand Parade XXXII will start at 11:30 a.m.,
Sat., March 18 at the corner of 4th Ave. & 23rd
St., Rock Island, IL. The parade will travel through
downtown Rock Island, across the Mississippi River
via the Centennial Bridge to W. Third Street, and
proceed east through downtown Davenport, IA, along
an expanded route to the RiverCenter at E. Third and
Perry Streets. Learn more at www.stpatsqc.com.
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QC Family Focus - March 2017 15

Education
Exploring Jobs in
the Community
Tawnya Hambly
Senior Director, Marketing & Special Events
Junior Achievement of the Heartland
People earn money to provide for their family’s
needs and wants. What jobs do the people in your family
do? Where do they work? Do you know someone in
your family who started a business?
A job is work that needs to be done. Some family
members work outside the home to earn money. Others
may work caring for the home and the children, but do
not earn money. Every job within a family is important!
When you look around your neighborhood, what
businesses do you see? Many jobs are at places of
business. Businesses sell things we need or want. A
person who starts a business is called an entrepreneur.
Let’s see if you can guess the jobs below.
Who Am I?
Clue 1: You are needed when someone is sick or hurt.
Clue 2: You may work in a hospital.
Work-Readiness | Financial Literacy | Entrepreneurship
I’m Stephanie Hasaskis and I am a JA Volunteer!
I own a business. My job is pretty demanding, but
volunteering for Junior Achievement is easy. All I have
to do is bring my business expertise and enthusiasm for
helping kids.
Are you a JA Volunteer? If I can, you can!
Become a JA Volunteer. Sign up today!
www.jaheartland.org
Clue 3: You write prescriptions for medicine.
Answer: ____________________________________
Who Am I?
Clue 1: You are training to inspect and fix cars and
trucks.
Clue 2: You work with tools and car parts.
Clue 3: You can be found in a neighborhood garage or
shop.
Answer: ____________________________________
Who Am I?
Clue 1: You work at home caring for your children.
Clue 2: You prepare meals and help with homework.
Clue 3: You drive or walk children to school.
Answer: _____________________________________
Who Am I?
Clue 1: You rush to fires and other emergencies.
Clue 2: You work at a station in a neighborhood.
Clue 3: You are trained to save lives.
Answer: ____________________________________
Do the people doing these jobs need an education
or special skills to do their job well? Yes, they do! A
skill is knowing how to do something.
Let’s look ahead! What kind of job would you like
to do when you grow up? _______________________
____________________________________________
____________________________________________
What skills are you learning today that will help
you do your job well? For example, reading books,
completing homework on time, learning math, taking
pride in your work, etc. List your skills below.
____________________________________________
____________________________________________
____________________________________________
____________________________________________
It’s important to get an education and learn new
skills, so you can be successful at your job. Being a
good student is the first step. Learning in school and
trying your best will help you prepare to do a great job!
Article content is a part of JA Our Families® curriculum.
16 March 2017 - QC Family Focus

Dedication
Scout’s Honor!
Evin Ersan
Junior Reporter for QC Family Focus Magazine
Pleasant Valley High School - 9th Grade
Recently, a friend of mine
earned one of the highest honors an
individual can receive in Scouting.
Meet Anton Dahm, Eagle Scout!
Evin: What is an Eagle Scout?
Anton: Eagle Scout is the
highest achievement or rank
attainable in the Boy Scouting
program of the Boy Scouts of
America.
Evin: What got you interested
in Scouting?
Anton: My family has a history in Scouting. My
uncles are Life or Eagle Scouts, so I joined with the
encouragement of my parents. As I moved from Cub
Scouts to Boy Scouts, I was always encouraged with the
next rank. The higher the rank meant more privileges.
A First Class Scout can participate in High Adventure
activities and a Star Scout can sign up for a leadership
role in our Troop. When a Scout gets promoted, they are
one step closer to Eagle.
Evin: What has Scouting taught you?
Anton: The whole purpose of the Boy Scout
organization is to teach young men to become responsible
leaders. A Scout learns the importance of teamwork,
how leaders must understand who they’re leading, and
that they can’t do it alone. We learn problem-solving,
communication, outdoor skills, community service,
management, cooking, and much more. I was elected
to undergo an Ordeal with the Order of The Arrow, the
Boy Scouts Honor Society. I cannot say much about the
Order, as it is meant to be kept secret, but I can tell you
it highlights the core values of Scouting. We live by the
Scout Oath, Law, Motto, and Slogan.
Scout Oath: “On my honor, I will do my best to
do my duty to God and my country and to obey the
Scout Law; to help other people at all times; to keep
myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally
straight.”
Scout Law: A Scout is trustworthy, loyal, helpful,
friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty,
brave, clean, and reverent.
Scout Motto: Be Prepared.
Scout Slogan: Do a Good Turn Daily.
Evin: How many badges do you need to become an
Eagle Scout?
Anton: A minimum of 21 merit badges is required
for Eagle. Eight are electives and 13 are Eagle-required
badges. These badges include skills like communications,
first aid, and family life. A Scout must also complete a
service project approved by the local council. A lot of
time and paperwork is involved and the Scout learns
valuable lessons on leadership throughout the planning,
execution, and reporting of the project.
Evin: What was your service project?
Anton: My project is located at the YMCA Camp
Abe Lincoln. With help, I organized and constructed
three Wildlife Viewing Areas. These are large wooden
walls with holes designed for young campers to watch,
but not disturb, wildlife.
Evin: Any great memories you’d like to share?
Anton: I recently went on two high-adventure treks.
One was a canoeing trip in the Boundary Waters. In total,
we paddled over 50 miles, going from one camping site
to the next using a compass and a map. A special memory
was the final sunset. There are no words to explain its
beauty. The crew I was with spent the week just gazing
and watching the sun over the water.
The other trek, Philmont, is a Scout Ranch in New
Mexico. I went with my cousin, who is also an Eagle
Scout. Our crew
trekked and carried
all our equipment
nearly 100 miles. One
memorable moment
was standing atop
Sunset Point. The sun
was setting over Mount
Baldy to the north and a
rainbow was stretching
to the Tooth of Time
Mountain in the south.
Storms rumbled in
the distance and a
breeze blew. A High
Adventure trek isn’t
an episode of Man vs.
Wild, but rather Man
with Wild.
Evin: Any final
words for our readers?
Anton: I advise all kids to try Scouting. Whether
it’s Girl or Boy Scouts, you will learn a lot. Also, respect
everyone, even if you don’t agree with them. Take
responsibility for your actions and think before you act.
I’d also like to thank all of Troop 89’s Scouts, adult leaders
and my parents for helping me with this achievement. It
wouldn’t have been possible without them.
Evin: Amazing! Anton, thanks for sharing your
story with us. If you’d like to learn more about Anton,
check out my video on the QC Family Focus Facebook
page or our YouTube channel, where Anton shows me
his badges and a bunch of other cool Eagle Scout stuff!
QC Family Focus - March 2017 17

Spring into Coding
Steve Van Dinter
Public Relations Manager,
Great Lakes Market, Verizon
With the worst of winter now behind us, it’s time
to focus on the start of a new season. That means it’s a
great time to start flexing our minds and bodies by trying
something new.
For instance, have you ever considered yourself a
coder? Well, if you thought it was too hard to get into, or
it was all about writing lines of text, think again. Today’s
software allows people to build applications and programs
without needing to know computer language at all. This
means that anyone with an idea can make it a reality.
Recently, thousands of students from across the
country participated in Verizon’s Innovative Learning App
Challenge. They came up with an idea for an app, created a
video explaining what it would do, and nine teams are now
working with app developers from MIT to make their apps a
reality.
So why should students learn to code? Not only
does it help build confidence, strengthen problem-solving
skills, and improve studies in math, science and art, but it’s
also a great way to grow interest in STEM careers, which are
expected to keep exploding into the future.
Getting started in coding couldn’t be easier. There
are a number of programs that students and their families
can use. A great one is called Scratch. Developed by
the Lifelong Kindergarten Group at the MIT Media Lab,
Scratch allows anyone to create and share animations,
games, and interactive stories. It’s easy to use and includes
support tools, libraries of fun graphics, sounds, and
activities that kids love. Scratch’s community of makers,
artists, kids and teachers share projects and encourage
each other to code.
The beauty of Scratch is how easy it is to use,
letting you design programs by connecting colorful blocks.
The groups of blocks are called scripts, and they tell the
sprites (or “characters”) what to do. Through the online
application, you can make interactive stories, animations,
art, and music, and share your creations with a community
of new coders.
Parents and their children can get involved in
projects like this together. Check out our free activity guide
for families at www.verizon.com/about/sites/default/
files/Verizon-Hour-of-Code.pdf. It’s chock full of great
ideas on how to get started and also walks families through
their first few projects, step by step.
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Imagine this “salad” on any plate at a Spring potluck, church gathering, Sunday
family dinner, or cafeteria line. It’s one that everyone dives into – they can’t wait to
bite into a fresh strawberry and piece of cake. In one bite!
Angel Food Strawberry Fluff
1 lb. strawberries, cut into chunks
3.4 oz. instant vanilla pudding
2 c. cold milk
1 angel food cake, cut into chunks
16 oz. whipped topping
7 oz. sweetened condensed milk
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry pudding mix and the cold milk until
combined and thickened. Usually takes 3-4 minutes of continuous whisking.
2. Add the chopped strawberries and angel food cake to the pudding, folding together.
3. Drizzle the condensed milk over this mixture and lastly, fold in the whipped topping.
4. Eat immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Usually best eaten within the first 24 hours.
Spring will soon be here! This citrus-loaded quick bread is full of flavor, tartness and sweetness. Perfect for
brunch, bridal showers and Sunday breakfast. Bring the tropical flavors to your house!
Double-Glazed Citrus Loaf
3 eggs
1/2 c. unsweetened applesauce
1/2 c. orange juice
3/4 c. vanilla Greek yogurt
2 t. vanilla
2 c. sugar
2 t. baking soda
1 t. baking powder
1 t. salt
1 lemon, juice and zest
Glaze:
1 1/2 c. powdered sugar
1 lemon, juiced
3 T. orange juice
1 t. almond extract
1. In a stand mixer or large bowl with a handheld beater, combine the eggs, applesauce, orange juice,
yogurt, vanilla, and sugar until smooth.
2. Zest the lemon fully into the batter and then cut in half and squeeze all juice (careful to catch the
seeds!), also into the batter.
3. Sift together the remaining dry ingredients, adding to the mixture and fold together gently.
4. Pour into two greased loaf pans.
5. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes, or until a deep golden-brown and the center is set. Allow to cool
completely.
6. When the loaves have cooled, use a kabob stick or a fork and poke small holes into the loaf.
7. To make the glaze, sift the powdered sugar in a bowl. Add in the orange juice, almond extract, and the
juice of a lemon. You will want a thin glaze, so if too thick, add in more orange or lemon juice. Pour
half of the glaze over the cooled loaves and allow it to harden. Then pour the remaining glaze over the
loaves.
8. Store in airtight containers to keep fresh.
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The Fab Four are Coming to the Putnam!
Mark McLaughlin
Mickle Communications
After more than 50 years, the greatest musical act the
world has ever known is back!
Guests of the Putnam Museum & Science Center will
get to examine the Beatles’ musical career through the most
comprehensive collection of artifacts and memorabilia ever
seen. The Magical History Tour: A Beatles Exhibition hits the
Quad-Cities on March 11, and will take guests on an incredible
musical journey.
“The Beatles may have disbanded decades ago, but
they still have millions of fans worldwide,” said Kim Findlay,
President/CEO of the Putnam Museum. “Experiencing The
Magical History Tour will give guests amazing insights into
both the careers and private lives of the Fab Four.”
Almost everyone knows the story of the Beatles, from
their formative years in Liverpool and Hamburg, to legions of
screaming fans worldwide. Now everyone has the chance to
experience their story in person. The Magical History Tour is a
fast-forward journey from birth to fame to breakup and beyond,
all divided into special galleries, which include:
Beginnings, Influence and Life in Liverpool: This
gallery immerses guests in the atmosphere of late ‘50s/early
‘60s Liverpool. Part of the stage that supported some of their
early shows is on display, as well as instruments, letters and
photographs, and documents detailing their growing fame.
These artifacts are truly rare, since they come from an early
segment of the band’s history.
Life on the Road: Next, guests will be swept up in
fan-based hysteria as the Beatles take the world by storm.
See and hear what it was like to experience one of their
concerts from their perspective, and behold the amazing
volume of Beatles merchandise, from replica instruments to
clothing, costumes, board games and trading cards. Become
your favorite Beatle as you interact with the fashion that
defined them.
Innovation in the Studio: You’ve already heard
the music. Now discover how their music was created –
by mixing it yourself. Explore the studio techniques used
to craft some of the most enduring music in history. This
gallery places guests in the studio, up-close and personal
with the tools that built some of the greatest albums of all
time.
The Decade of the Break-Up: The dissolution of
the Beatles may have been saddening, but it wasn’t just
an end. It was also a beginning. This gallery explores the
lives and careers of the individual members, post-Beatles.
It explores the different paths taken by each Beatle, both
musically and personally, and presents an incredible array of
artifacts, including John Lennon’s last autograph.
Be sure to see The Magical History Tour while it’s
in the Quad-Cities, and give yourself time to see it a second
time! The Putnam Museum & Science Center is located at
1717 W. 12th St., Davenport. For information on the museum
and ticket prices, visit Putnam.org or call (563) 324-1933.
You can follow the Putnam on Facebook at Facebook.com/
PutnamMuseum.
Sing along. or Scream along.
It’s a journey for the whole family
back to the 1960s to relive the
creativity, love and curiosity of the
Fab Four.
The exhibition is developed by Exhibits Development Group in collaboration with PMA Collective. The
Magical History Tour: A Beatles Exhibition is not endorsed by, sponsored by, associated with or otherwise
affiliated with The Beatles, Apple Corps Ltd., or any member of The Beatles or their representatives.
The Magical History Tour: A Beatles Exhibition is the
most comprehensive collection of Beatles memorabilia
ever displayed under one roof, including instruments,
clothing, rare original photos, a vast collection of
merchandise and interactives sure to please the young –
and the young at heart!
Putnam.org
20 March 2017 - QC Family Focus

Thrivent Wants You To Help Build Homes in Nicaragua
Want to experience an exciting Central American
culture while helping the less fortunate? Thrivent Financial will
be working with Habitat for Humanity to build homes in the
town of Esteli, Nicaragua, from June 3 to 11, and more team
members are needed.
“Join our Thrivent team and see firsthand how the
opportunity to own a simple home can change a family’s life
and generations to come,” said Jennifer Sperry, Team Leader
and Financial Representative with Thrivent, a not-for-profit
membership organization of Christians. “Team volunteers do
not have to be members of Thrivent to take part in this project.
We will be working alongside a family to build a sturdy home.
No special skills are needed, just a willing heart and hands.”
According to Jennifer, the home will be made from
cinder blocks, reinforced with rebar. The roof will be made
from sheet metal. While this might not seem impressive when
compared to average American homes, it is a considerable
improvement compared to the inadequate shacks that many
residents of that area inhabit.
“In addition to team members, we would appreciate
prayer partners, as well as donations to defray trip costs for
team members,” Jennifer said. She encourages people to visit
https://share.habitat.org/gvt17736 to make a tax-deductible
donation to the project online. This website also features indepth
information on this project, including these facts on why
the need for housing in Nicaragua is great: “Eighty percent of
the Nicaraguan population subsists on less than US$2 per day,
and 43 percent on less than US$1 a day. In a country of more
than five million inhabitants,
there are many situations that
affect the housing situation.
Inadequate housing (both
qualitative and quantitative),
insufficient public investment
in the housing sector, natural
disasters, social and economic
instability, migration from rural
to urban areas and the formation
of new nuclear families are all
factors that take a toll on the
availability of adequate housing
in Nicaragua.” For Jennifer, it is
the difference it makes for the
children. Currently, one in four
children die before age 5, mainly
because of preventable diseases
due to inadequate housing.
Because it is a charitable endeavor, team members
must pay or fundraise to participate. Jennifer added that
Thrivent Financial members receive a discount on trip
expenses – and Thrivent makes a generous donation to the
Habitat host program on the behalf of members. The cost of
the trip for members is $960, and $1,310 for non-members,
plus airfare. “The trip portion of the cost is a tax deduction,
as it is a charitable contribution directly to Habitat,” Jennifer
said. “Trip participants should consult an accountant
regarding the deductibility of airfare.”
For more information on the program, visit www.
ThriventBuilds.com/worldwide. For trip details, contact
Jennifer Sperry at jennifer.sperry@thrivent.com or 309-
368-7515.
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helped their members to be wise with money and live
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QC Family Focus - March 2017 21

Third Angelversary
In Memory Of
Morgan Laurayne Schmidt
1-4 p.m., Sunday, April 2
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School gym
1506 Brown Street, Bettendorf, IA
QC Documentary on
Teen Depression and
Suicide Available Online
Suicide is the second leading cause of death
among children and young adults, ages 15-24,
according to the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention. And while suicide is not easy to discuss, it
is still a topic that the community needs to learn about
and understand. That is why Mickle Communications
created the documentary, If You Only Knew: The
Journey Through Teen Depression and Suicide.
In March 2016, WQPT, Quad Cities PBS, aired
the documentary, which received such a high level of
engagement that it was aired again in September 2016.
The documentary can now be rented or purchased
online. “We want to make the documentary available to
families who are waging a battle with depression,” said
Mike Mickle, Executive Producer.
The documentary, which was nominated for
a Mid-America Emmy, is now available on iTunes,
Google Play, and Amazon, through the links below. It
will soon be available on other digital streaming sites.
The Third Angelversary event will
honor the memory of Morgan Laurayne
Schmidt, who ended her
own life at age 12. The
It’s All Love, Only Love
Coalition, sponsor of
the event, was founded
by Morgan’s mother,
Christine Schmidt, who
believes, “Together, we
can make a difference!”
This event will
include a dance marathon,
hula hoop and jump rope
contest, prizes, a photo opp with frame, food,
and sweet treats. Special T-shirts will be on sale
at the event. Plus, there will be a Memory Wall
to share photos of your friends or loved ones
lost to suicide. Please bring a photo with you if
you’d like to share.
Be sure to bring your friends of all
ages. The event is sponsored by the It’s All
Love, Only Love Coalition. The event is free.
Donations to the non-profit Coalition are greatly
appreciated. For more information, please visit
ialolcoalition.com or call Christine Schmidt at
(314) 258-6538.
iTunes: http://apple.co/2ftZ9YZ
Google Play: http://bit.ly/2gzl7K5
Amazon: https://amazon.com/dp/B01NCOEWNT/
The documentary features three families who
have lost children to suicide and a young woman who
attempted suicide several times as a teenager, but found
the help she needed and is now living a healthy, happy
life.
If You Only Knew: The Journey through Teen
Depression and Suicide is sponsored by Mel Foster
Co.; Tri-City Electric Co.; XPAC.
For more information on Mickle Communications,
contact Mike Mickle at mike@micklecommunications.
com or visit micklecommunications.com.
22 March 2017 - QC Family Focus

Krystle Krauss
Director of Treatment Services
Center for Alcohol & Drug Services, Inc.
The problem of gambling is more prevalent than
you might think … and among young people, it’s growing.
In 2015, the Iowa Department of Public Health
funded the Iowa Youth Survey 2014: Problem Gambling
Report by the Iowa Consortium for Substance Abuse
Research and Evaluation (University of Iowa). This
report, which is a follow-up to the 2012 report, addresses
questions on youth gambling behaviors using 2014 Iowa
Youth Survey data, which included responses from over
76,000 6th, 8th, and 11th graders. Here are a few of the
facts disclosed by the report:
Who gambles among 6th, 8th, and 11th graders
in Iowa? 25 percent of all students reported gambling at
least once, and males are more than two times more likely
to demonstrate lifetime gambling than females (37.2
percent vs. 14.6 percent).
What are the significant types of gambling
among youth? 14.1 percent reported playing cards with
friends or family for money/possessions, followed by
QC Family Focus is proud
to honor area teachers.
These dedicated men and women have a huge impact on our
children’s future. To say “thank you” we are launching a new
monthly contest. Here are the details. Each month, we’ll pick
one teacher. The winner will receive a plaque, a Capriotti’s gift
card, lunch for his or her class provided by Capriotti’s and a
few other cool surprises! To enter, go to the QC Family Focus
Facebook page and post the teacher’s name and school on
our wall. Then tell us why he or she deserves to win. Make
sure you include the phrase My Teacher is Great!
sports (12.4 percent), skill games (10 percent), and
video games (8.1 percent).
Fortunately, help is available.
If you or someone you know has gambling
concerns, or would like to have someone come to
your business/organization for prevention education,
feel free to contact our gambling program office at
(563) 823-4500. The 1-800-BETSOFF hotline is also
available to anyone in gambling crisis.
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Spring Break, Sunlight, and Eye Damage
Peter Fries, M.D.
Eye Surgeons Associates
Articles in magazines,
newspapers and medical journals
remind us of the health risks associated
with sunlight exposure. Damage
to eyesight from sunlight, or more
specifically, ultraviolet (UV) light, has
been known for decades, with more
recent information identifying specific
eye diseases that may be caused
or worsened by lifelong UV light
exposure.
Most of us are familiar with “snow-blindness” – a
temporary burn of the front surface of the eye from intense
UV light exposure. Usually from sunlight reflected off snow
or water, it is painful and irritating, but in one to two days, you
are back to normal. Sunglasses will protect your eyes. Other
ocular conditions have a strong association with UV exposure,
including cataracts, macular degeneration, pterygium, and eye
cancers.
Cataracts, a thickening of the eye’s naturally clear
lens, blurs and decreases vision. Several studies suggest that
UV exposure, smoking and oxidation may play a larger role
in cataract formation than aging. A study involving fisherman
on Chesapeake Bay found that those who wore sunglasses and
a hat were three times less likely to develop cataracts. Those
who smoked were twice as likely to develop cataracts.
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a slowly
progressive deterioration of support cells in the center
of vision, is the leading cause of visual impairment for
individuals over 50. Two studies have shown that increased
exposure to UV light increases the risk of AMD.
A pterygium is a fleshy growth of tissue onto the
cornea, which can grow over the center of vision, causing
permanent scarring and visual loss. Under the microscope,
you see typical UV damage similar to changes seen in sundamaged
skin. Although it can be surgically removed, in
30% of cases re-growth occurs.
While melanoma is not common around the
eye, basal cell carcinoma is, with nearly 10,000 eyelid
and eyebrow tumors removed each year in the U.S. The
strongest risk factor for these cancers is long-term sun
exposure.
Many of these conditions are related to age, which
can’t be controlled, but we can protect against excessive
UV exposure. Remember to pack and wear good sunglasses
with UV filters, a hat with a wide brim which will reduce
UV light to the eye by up to 50%, and sunblock with an
SPF of at least 20 (several brands are made for use around
delicate eye skin). Over your lifetime, these measures may
help to slow down UV-related diseases, although strong
proof of this is still lacking for some of the conditions
mentioned.
Dr. Peter Fries, with Eye Surgeons Associates, is certified by the American Board
of Ophthalmology and completed a fellowship in Ocular Oncology and Ophthalmic Plastic and
Reconstructive Surgery. Dr. Fries practices at Eye Surgeons’ Bettendorf and Rock Island offices. For
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24 March 2017 - QC Family Focus

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QC Family Focus - March 2017 25

The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C.
5350 Eastern Ave., Davenport, IA 52807
563-355-1853 • Obgyngroup.com
We all need to do our best to keep our brains as healthy as possible, for maximum enjoyment of
life as we get older. Improving your diet and physical fitness can decrease possible dementia risk
factors, such as high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol.
A study reveals that a diet rich in leafy vegetables, beans, legumes, fish, olive oil, nuts and berries
can lower your risk of dementia-related diseases by 53%. Healthy eating can also lower your risk
of cardiovascular conditions such as high blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke. What we eat
may have a long-lasting impact on our risk of developing late-onset dementia and Alzheimer’s.
The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists offers a comprehensive weight management
program for men and women of all ages. We can also help you to manage your long-term health
goals. Call today to schedule an appointment: (563) 355-1853, ext. 1218.
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26 March 2017 - QC Family Focus

Exercise and Clean Eating
to Avoid Dementia
Allison C. Elfline, NASM-CPT, WFS
Weight Management @ The Group
At present, it is estimated
that nearly a half-million Americans
younger than age 65 have some
form of dementia, including
Alzheimer’s disease. It is no secret
that a life filled with a well-rounded
exercise routine and a nourishing,
nutritious diet can keep us healthy,
but research is showing this can also
contribute to a lower risk of cognitive decline.
A safe engagement in cardiovascular activity
and exercise elevates the heart rate, which helps
to increase blood flow to the brain and body, all the
while decreasing possible dementia risk factors, such
as high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol.
Improving physical fitness can aid in maintenance of
strong muscles and flexible joints for patients with
dementia. Plus, recent studies have shown that exercise
may improve memory, sleep, mood, and confidence;
increase self-esteem; slow down mental decline;
provide a social outlet; lessen feelings of isolation; and
reduce the risk of falls by enhancing balance.
Patients suffering from dementia often feel
lonely, as they may have lost independence and abilities
they could perform easily in the past. By participating
in suitable activities, persons with dementia can find
purpose, relaxation, and pleasure, while learning to
live with challenging behaviors.
It is important to check with a medical doctor
or other healthcare professional before beginning an
exercise program for your loved one suffering from
dementia. Start slowly, and be sure to demonstrate any
activity first so they can follow your lead. Activities for
patients with dementia can include walking, cycling
slowly on a recumbent exercise bicycle, gym work
such as treadmills and light strength training, and lowimpact
aerobic. Some other non-exercise activities
patients with dementia may enjoy are dancing,
gardening, or light housework.
A study has determined that a diet rich in
leafy vegetables, beans, legumes, fish, olive oil,
nuts and berries can lower the risk of dementiarelated
diseases by 53%. Recently, a new diet rich
in vegetables, berries, whole grains and nuts, called
the MIND (Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for
Neurodegenerative Delay) Diet, has been found to
greatly lower the risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia,
as well as cardiovascular conditions such as high
blood pressure, heart attack, and stroke. MIND was
developed by a nutritional epidemiologist, with the
goal of lowering risk of Alzheimer’s disease by
promoting a diet rich in brain-healthy foods. While
scientists are still researching the MIND approach, it is
a promising start, showing that what we eat may have
a long-lasting impact on our risk of developing lateonset
dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Both regular exercise and a brain-healthy diet
contribute to a lowered risk of cognitive decline, but
it is also important to keep in mind that these are only
a few pieces of the puzzle to avoid dementia-related
disease. Be sure to manage stress, make sleep a priority,
drink several glasses of water a day, and take time to
relax and recharge. A wholesome combination of these
essential ideas may keep you healthy for many years
to come.
Meet the Weight Management team at The Group. From left to right: Taylor Streitmatter, Nutritionist.
Dr. Rita Aronson, Medical Director. Ashley Elsen, Office Manager. Rachel Smith, CNM,
ARNP, Program Director. Amanda Trujillo, Front Office Support. Allison Elfine, NASM-CPT,
Personal Trainer. Photo by Mark Hancock Photography.
QC Family Focus - March 2017 27

Pine Hill Cemetery Association
A Place Of Peace
Discover Pine Hill Cemetery, a place of peace
where departed loved ones can rest for eternity.
You are welcome to visit and recall fond memories of
the past. You will see that careful maintenance and
consistent improvement programs have made it one of
the most beautiful cemeteries in the Quad-Cities.
Established in 1855, Pine Hill Cemetery is a not-for-profit,
locally owned business and the longest active cemetery in
the Davenport area. Our caring, experienced team is
dedicated to superior service. We offer affordable
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28 March 2017 - QC Family Focus

Remember Her
Pam Myers
Marketing Director, Friendship Manor
A diagnosis of dementia can be heartbreaking, whether it’s you
or someone you love. There are things to keep in mind, though,
that may help you cope.
1. You’ll notice changes in your loved one … this is a progression
of the disease. Be patient with mood and personality
changes. Hold on to who they were before receiving the
diagnosis. They are more than the disease. Don’t upset your
loved one by arguing about a forgotten memory. Let most
things go.
2. Avoid caregiver burnout and understand your own physical
and emotional limitations. Take time for yourself. Exercise,
eat nutritional foods, spend time with family and friends.
There are caregiver support groups both online and locally.
3. It’s okay to grieve the loss of the one you loved, but so
important to love them as they are now.
4. There are several methods of communication to connect
with your loved one, especially when verbal communication
is no longer an option. Try art, poetry, music, dance and
reading. Just a simple touch can communicate your love.
5. Learn about the disease. This understanding will help you
empathize with your loved one.
6. Remember that an Alzheimer’s diagnosis is not a death
sentence. Many people with the disease live more than 20
years following a diagnosis. Take advantage of the time you
have left with your loved one. Have fun … go to the park, a
museum, the zoo.
7. It’s tempting to try to do everything for your
loved one. Allow them to be independent if
possible. Set routines and predictable schedules
help eliminate confusion and frustration for your
loved one.
8. Give them independence when possible. As tempting
as it may be to do everything for your loved one, it is
important for them to do as many things as possible by
himself or herself, even if you need to start the activity.
9. Complete living wills and other important documents.
Maintain a complete list of medications and dosages.
10. Your loved one can remember emotions, even after
they forget the actual event that caused those emotions.
Maya Angelou famously said, “I’ve learned that people
will forget what you said, people will forget what you
did, but people will never forget how you made them
feel.”
I’ve recently learned that a childhood friend’s
mother has been diagnosed with dementia. My friend said,
“My mom looks great and seems happy, but she asked me
who I was several times and said, ‘you don’t look like my
daughter.’”
My wise friend mused, “I’m not sure she was
ever convinced it was me, but maybe she remembers me
younger. Once in a while, I could distract her by asking
her to sing a song, of which she remembered every word. I
realize these visits are for me … to convince myself that she
is content and taken care of well. Even though she may not
remember me, I still remember her.”
Living Well
With Dementia
Keep the connection going by engaging your loved one in activities
that allow self-expression. And know home care is available when
you need it through Friendship In-home Services.
When more care is needed, Friendship Manor’s New Friendships
Memory Care offers a nurturing option that helps loved ones
build on remaining skills and talents for a better quality of life.
Schedule a tour of our New Friendships apartment homes.
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QC Family Focus - March 2017 29

The Alzheimer’s Puzzle?
There is no doubt the race to find the cure for
Alzheimer’s and other dementia diseases is in full tilt.
Even so, I doubt anyone expected a videogame to stand
front and center in the pursuit for solutions. This one
is an app available for Smartphones called Sea Hero
Quest.
The game has players set sail in search of
precious objects, in the form of memories, which are
collected at different places worldwide. The game is the
creation of Saatchi & Saatchi and Deutsche Telekom, in
partnership with a team of scientific researchers from
University College London, The University of East
Anglia and gaming experts, Glitchers.
As players move through the game, scientists
use the data they generate to gain insight into their
spatial navigation abilities. The aim is collect data from
all types of people to quantify the “normal” range of
navigation skills among unaffected people. Once that
“baseline” is established, neuroscientists can then
develop guidelines to spot dementia early.
Current theory suggests that an early diagnosis
can allow for access to the right services and support, and
can help people take more control of their lives. Taking
Jill M. Bjerke, B.S., D.C.
Certified Aging in Place Specialist, Owner/President
Cut the Clutter Company, LLC
advantage of early identification can “buy time.”
The affected person, family and friends can better
prepare, discuss financial and legal arrangements,
and explore various options available to them.
According to the Social Care Institute for
Excellence, “There is strong evidence that an early
diagnosis helps someone with dementia to continue
to live independently in their own home for longer. …
Drug and non-drug treatment can be more effective
the earlier someone is diagnosed.”
Hugo Spiers, a neuroscientist at University
College London, is leading the research stemming
from the game’s data. “Fundamentally people with
dementia – Alzheimer’s dementia – struggle to
navigate and on a scientific level we don’t know
enough of how people navigate to help really pin
down what’s going wrong,” he said.
These investigators have approached early
identification in a different manner. One of the
hallmarks of the onset of dementia is the person’s
subtle loss of spatial navigation, the ability to establish
where their body is in relation to other objects. Think
of it this way. If you were blind, your brain would
remember where certain objects
are when you move around, and
your memory would allow you
to navigate safely around them.
Dementia affects specific areas
of the brain that involve this
memory, so the ability to navigate
slowly becomes diminished.
To find answers, one first needs
data on healthy, non-affected
individuals, to compare to those
who have developed symptoms,
and that is exactly what the
UK researchers are doing.
So, if you want to be part of a
groundbreaking effort to identify
early-onset Alzheimer’s, play
Sea Hero Quest! Researchers
were hoping for 100,000 users.
Currently, over two-million
players have logged in.
30 March 2017 - QC Family Focus

A Place for Jane
Laura Kopp
CEO/President, CASI
Every 60 seconds, another
person is diagnosed with
Alzheimer’s disease. More than
13% of Iowa adults age 65 and older
currently have this diagnosis and
CASI is committed to serving those
impacted by this disease.
Jane’s Place serves older
adults with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s
disease or other dementias and
those who require day-time adult supervision. We offer
a structured, home-like setting that encourages fun
interaction in a friendly group setting for social, cognitive
and therapeutic activities. The program remains one
of the only Adult Day programs in Iowa to be staffed
full-time by a Registered Nurse and is certified by the
Department of Inspection and Appeals.
Our first-class, welcoming environment
encourages socialization within a safe, secure setting that
provides a place for therapeutic and social activities for
different cognitive and physical abilities. It also provides
respite from caregiving duties to the families.
“Thank you for giving George a place where
he is safe and enjoys himself. He’s more talkative now.
Being at Jane’s Place has changed his whole outlook,”
said Susan, wife of a Jane’s
Place client. 96% of caregivers
say they are satisfied with the
care their loved one received while
attending Jane’s Place.
Having your loved one cared for at
Jane’s Place allows you the freedom to work,
play, shop, or anything you need to do without
worry. It’s a low-cost alternative for families as well.
According to the 2016 Long Term Care Costs &
Cost of Care in Iowa Report, conducted by Genworth,
the average monthly cost of Adult Day Services at
Jane’s Place is $1,269. Compare that to the monthly
costs of assisted living, $3,750; in-home care services
of $3,990; or $5,520 for a semi-private room in a longterm
care facility (nursing home).
“Alzheimer’s is a devastating disease for the
patients and their families. Jane’s Place is a wonderful
option to help the patient and the family deal with the
transition as the disease progresses,” said Dr. Lynn B.
Geick, Quad City Family Physician, who has referred
many of his patients to Jane’s Place.
On average, individuals who participate in
adult day services are able to stay at-home 18 to 24
months longer than those who are not enrolled in the
program. 93% of ADS clients stated that Jane’s Place
ADS assisted them with remaining in their homes.
For more information on how Jane’s Place
can welcome you and your loved one, please contact
563-386-7477, Ext. 226 or email dgeyssen@
casiseniors.org.
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Decisions That Fit
In the Quad Cities, there are many senior
living communities, but they are not like “onesize-fits-all”
shirts. Each facility has its own niche
and you need to check them out. What do you want
your future to look like? Who do you want to spend the
remainder of your life with?
Ridgecrest Village is a non-profit, Christian
community and in a sense, our residents are the bosses.
Through committees, they make decisions that affect the
daily management of our community. Having residents on
these committees, along with staff members, helps create
our Ridgecrest Village family.
John, one of our residents, had chosen a different
facility before coming here. It was a newer facility and
as he stated, “They appeared to have all the bells and
whistles.” After two months, he asked if we had any
openings because the other place didn’t feel like home.
“There was a very cold feeling in their dining room,” he
said. He likes that we have a buffet meal so he can pick
what he wants, as well as how much he wants to eat. “I’ve
never regretted my decision to move here,” John said. “I
only wish I’d have done it sooner!”
Phyllis started looking for a senior community in
the 1990s. She looked in Florida and Iowa City, as well as
other Iowa areas, because she grew up here. She decided
that Ridgecrest Village was a good fit, since it is close
to everything, yet set back in a beautiful park-like area.
Plus, the Life Care program was appealing. She felt it
gave her financial peace of mind for the rest of her life.
“We are well cared for and there are many advantages to
being here,” she said. “Many times I have thanked God
for making it possible. God often uses people, sometimes
unknown to us, to accomplish His work and will. He
definitely did that for me.”
When talking with Darlene, she said, “It was
the cottage with a garage that sold us. We had looked
at different places but none felt like home. My husband
and I have never regretted the move. We stay busy and
that’s our choice. You decide what you’d like to do. Our
children don’t have to worry about our future. Everything
is right here, if we ever need higher levels of care.”
Each of us must choose the best fit for our lives.
Decisions on your future need to be made on your own
or with your spouse. Of course, let loved ones in on the
conversation. My advice would be, “Don’t wait too long
so you don’t get the option to choose!”
In March, we’ll hold a Spring Fling Dance.
Come see our family and enjoy the celebration. Bring
a friend and enjoy music by Buddy Olsen, as well as
delicious hors d’oeuvres! If you have any questions about
Ridgecrest Village, be sure to call me at (563) 391-3430.
Mary Huebbe, Marketing Director, Ridgecrest Village
We invite you to join us for an
evening of music and dancing.
Hors d'oeuvres and
beverages will be served.
Friday, March 24, 2017
5:30 to 7:30 pm
in Ridgecrest’s Koning Activity Center
RSVP by March 17
by calling Mary or Karen at (563) 391-3430.
There is no charge to attend.
We strongly encourage you to use our shuttle bus service.
It is available from Grandview Baptist Church,
across from Ridgecrest Village on Northwest Boulevard.
Our continued-care programs:
n Independent Living
n Assisted Living
(with a Memory Care neighborhood)
n 24 Hour Nursing Care
We have fun and interesting things going on all the time at
Ridgecrest Village! Our Spring Fling is open to the public so you can
get a taste of the Ridgecrest way-of-life while chasing away the
winter blahs.
A full calendar of activities is just one example 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!
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4130 Northwest Boulevard, Davenport, IA • www.ridgecrestvillage.org

Seven Ways To Cope When Your Spouse
Faces Health Issues
Shannon Swanson
Manager, Good Samaritan Services @ Home - IL Branch
Cathy’s relationship with her husband, George, shifted when
he suffered a traumatic brain injury and she became his caregiver.
She has learned to adjust to changes in their relationship. Here is
what she had to say:
1. Make the best of the situation. “Personality changes are
a big thing with brain injuries. He could either turn into this wild
man, or this very insecure person with childlike emotions. And I
guess he’s got the childlike emotions. I remember thinking that one
was the better of the two, if I had to make a choice.”
2. Help your partner, and others, understand new limits.
“He threw a temper tantrum in our doctors’ office, and we knew
what was going on, but I was so embarrassed. Yet I knew he couldn’t
help it. They wanted more from him than he could give.”
3. Seek other champions to support your spouse. “He
had one therapist, he felt very secure with her. During his progress
meetings, he made sure I was on one side of him and Linda on the
other side. Then he could proceed.”
4. Express frustration in your mind, not your words. “I
can’t tell you how many times we go through what’s going to be on
TV. Sometimes it’s again within 10 seconds. I want to say, ‘Really?
You’re pulling my leg.’ I can’t say that to him, but I’m thinking it. My
actions have to be different.”
5. Wander between worlds if you need to, but find
support. “We went through a time where he was pulling away from
me. We saw a therapist, and I said, ‘He’s in a totally different world
now.’ And I had to either learn how to live in his world, or live in my
own world.”
6. Let go of the past. “We moved into a place where
it’s easier for George to function as a normal human being, be
independent, do some of the things he likes. In doing that, we
left that bad world behind.”
7. Find release in other roles. “He couldn’t stay alone,
and I didn’t feel I could go places and leave him alone. I did that
during the week, so it wasn’t fair to do it on the weekend. For
me, work became a separate entity. I could go there and know
George was safe. I used to feel so guilty about that, but it was
my way of letting my stress out.”
Changing health issues can put a strain on
relationships. But there are ways to cope. Cathy learned to cope
and so can you.
Contact us and we’ll help find resources and support
for you. Good Samaritan Society – Services @ Home provides
care such as housekeeping, medication reminders, preparing
meals, grocery shopping, and assisting with other cares to help
people remain independent at home. To learn more, call 844-
359-4446 or visit www.good-sam.com/quadcityhome.
J ust because your
life changes doesn’t
mean you have to
change everything.
Services@Home from the Good Samaritan
Society can help you find the best solutions
to fit your needs, so you may never have to
leave the place you call home.
To learn more about our services in The Quad
Cities and surrounding areas call (844) 359-4446.
All faiths or beliefs are welcome.
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The Latest Developments in Hearing Aids
Emily Steffel, Au.D., CCC-A
Audiology Consultants
Q: What’s new in hearing aids lately?
A: There are several new developments in hearing
aids: rechargeability, made-for-iPhone technology,
noise reduction strategies, and a strategy for helping
severe to profound hearing loss.
Rechargeability has evolved over the years and is
available from both Phonak and Signia/Siemens. These
receiver-in-the-canal (RIC) style hearing aids have a
rechargeable battery cell enclosed in the hearing aid body.
Instead of having to buy countless batteries, carry extra
batteries, and change tiny batteries in the middle of the day,
patients will recharge the hearing aids in the charger at night.
While they sleep and recharge, so do the hearing aids. Plus,
the battery cells last for years. This rechargeability is only
available in behind-the-ear (BTE) styles, but hopefully it
will extend to in-the-ear (ITE) styles.
There are made-for-iPhone technologies, as well
as new strategies for noise reduction, from both Oticon
and Resound. Both companies allow patients with iPhone
5 or newer to stream their phone calls directly to their
hearing aids without an intermediary device worn around
the neck, which must be purchased separately. This is
more convenient as well as more aesthetically pleasing for
patients who dislike having to wear a device to use their
phone “hands-free”.
Oticon and Resound both utilize new strategies
for reducing background noise in places like restaurants,
sporting events, and family get-togethers. Traditionally,
the greater the level of background noise, the more strictly
the hearing aid microphones focus on signals coming from
directly in front and slightly to the sides of the patent,
reducing in volume any sounds coming from behind and to
the sides of the patient. This can sometimes lead to patients
feeling like the hearing aids are quite soft at times in noisy
situations.
Resound utilizes a concept of one side in that
traditional directional mode, while the other ear is listening
all around the patient. Oticon’s newest technology utilizes
ultra-fast environmental sampling (listening to what is being
heard in the patient’s environment many times a second)
and using that to selectively reduce noise while retaining
speech. Both of these concepts can help patients feel less
cut off in noisy environments, while still allowing them to
understand speech.
Lastly, Oticon has out a new superpower behindthe-ear
(BTE) hearing aid to help patients with severe
to profound hearing loss. Traditionally, hearing aids for
patients with this degree of loss were designed exactly like
hearing aids for patients with more moderate degrees of
loss, but just louder. But research has shown that patients
with severe to profound hearing losses hear differently. This
new hearing aid utilizes strategies to preserve the nuances
of the “envelope” of speech (ups and downs of speech in
the big picture) as well as the traditional preservation of the
finer details of speech, to better mimic how patients best
hear.
If any of these new technologies interest you and
you want more details, set an appointment to talk with your
friendly local audiologist.
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• Diagnostic Evaluations
• Hearing Aid Selection & Fitting
• Hearing Aid Repair and Maintenance
• Custom Hearing Protection and Accessories
• Hearing Conservation Services
• Assistive Listening Devices
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SHARING A BIT O’
This St. Patrick’s Day
Your guide to the luckiest places in the Quad Cities
Local Bands
Burgers
Grocery
Stores
Sports Bars
Beer, Wine
& Spirits
Tourist
Attractions
Brewery
Gift Shops
Find out who the locals love
at LocalsLoveUs.com
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