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Publisher: Mike MickleEditor: Karen Mickle

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Join thousands of others as they help us promote happy healthy families in the QCA. Call 563-940-7875 for more information. QC Family Focus Magazine is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mickle Communications Group LLC. Publication of advertising and articles does not constitute endorsement. The publisher reserves the right to refuse and/or edit any materials for publication. You can contact us at QC Family Focus Magazine, P.O. Box 194, Bettendorf, Iowa 52722, 563-940-7875 or email: [email protected].

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Brenda Boleyn Ph.D. Roger BrannanDavid W. Deuth

Brooke Falline - Kim Fein John Frederick, M.D.

Curtis Ford Tawnya Hambly

Kelly HendershotKirk Marske

Mike Mickle - Kim MillsJoni Mitchell

Dr. David Moyer Dr. Traci Nelson Hassel

Beth PetersLisa M. Reisen - Beau Shay

Steven Silverman, D.C., M.S.Julie Sisk - Vera Stokes Barbara Wiese Ph.D.

James Zahara - Phyllis Zalenski

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Be sure to tune into WHBF on May 5th at 10:35pm for the next episode of Rule Ur Game. The only Quad City Show where Quad City teens are the reporters and they feature stories about the great things happening in their schools. We always visit at least 4 schools across the area, two from Illinois and two from Iowa. Rule Ur Game is hosted by WHBF Sports Director Jay Kidwell and produced by Mickle Communications! Go to our Rule Ur Game Facebook page and “like” us. Then suggest some stories we could cover at your school.

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Join thousands of others as they help us promote happy healthy families in the QCA. Call 563-940-7875 for more information.QC Family Focus Magazine is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mickle Communications Group LLC. Publication of advertising and articles does not constitute endorsement. The publisher reserves the right to refuse and/or edit any materials for publication. You can contact us at QC Family Focus Magazine, P.O. Box 194, Bettendorf, Iowa 52722, 563-940-7875 or email: [email protected]. ©Copyright 2014.



Ashley Hempel • Tassy Johnson • Nick MartelShannon Colgan • Estelle Nester

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Tassy Johnson • Nick MartelShannon Colgan • Estelle Nester

Videographer: Harry Walker

Join thousands of others as they help us promote happy healthy families in the QCA. Call 563-940-7875 for more information. QC Family Focus Magazine is a wholly owned subsidiary of Mickle Communications Group LLC. Publication of advertising and articles does not constitute endorsement. The publisher reserves the right to refuse and/or edit any materials for publication. You can contact us at QC Family Focus Magazine, P.O. Box 194, Bettendorf, Iowa 52722, 563-940-7875 or email: [email protected].

©Copyright 2013.

Serving Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois

Family FocusQCMONTHLY

May 2013

7 Contributing Editors

Jeff Ashcraft Diane Baker - Linda Barlow

Brenda Boleyn Ph.D. Roger BrannanDavid W. Deuth

Brooke Falline - Kim Fein John Frederick, M.D.

Curtis Ford Tawnya Hambly

Kelly HendershotKirk Marske

Mike Mickle - Kim MillsJoni Mitchell

Dr. David Moyer Dr. Traci Nelson Hassel

Beth PetersLisa M. Reisen - Beau Shay

Steven Silverman, D.C., M.S.Julie Sisk - Vera Stokes Barbara Wiese Ph.D.

James Zahara - Phyllis Zalenski

Watch QC Family Focus come to life on television each Friday. Family Focus Friday only on WQAD’s midday newscast

Give Yourself a Hand!

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HELPING YOUR CHILD’S VOCABULARY GROW

Family Fun in Full Bloom

TEENS AS TEACHERS

Be sure to tune into WHBF on May 5th at 10:35pm for the next episode of Rule Ur Game. The only Quad City Show where Quad City teens are the reporters and they feature stories about the great things happening in their schools. We always visit at least 4 schools across the area, two from Illinois and two from Iowa. Rule Ur Game is hosted by WHBF Sports Director Jay Kidwell and produced by Mickle Communications! Go to our Rule Ur Game Facebook page and “like” us. Then suggest some stories we could cover at your school.

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Beth Clark

Craig CooperDavid W. Deuth

Evin ErsanJill D. Evola-Vokt

Curtis FordMaggie GehlsenJennifer Green

Kathleen HagenTawnya Hambly

Becky Lee HintonJulie Johnson

Rachel F. KingLaura L. KoppJamie Lange

Lisa Lockheart Kirk MarskeMike Mickle

Dianna SaelensDawn Saul

Karen Wadsworth James Wymore

Phyllis Zalenski

Watch the next Rule ur Game on August 16th at 1 pm on the Quad City CW Channel 26. It’s the only show where Quad City teens are the reporters and they are reporting on the great things happening in their schools!

About the Front Cover- Siblings Levi and Lily Walther with their cousin Zandrie Meece. Photographer- Ashley Hempel

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bring on a whole new level of concern. I fully believe Kate will be responsible, but what if the driver in an oncoming vehicle is not? I grew up in an extremely small town. Our “main street” spanned about six blocks. My parents still worried. In the Quad Cities our “main street” can include a bridge that crosses the Mississippi River! To top it all off, my daughter has an adventuresome spirit. I LOVE her heart. The fact that she wants to spend part of her summer break on missions trips is amazing. However, turning your 14 year old daughter lose on the streets of NYC without you being nearby is not easy. At least not for me! The night before Kate left they had a commissioning ceremony for the kids who were attending. I was given strict instructions by my daughter to not say anything. I was not pleased to find out they would not be allowed cell phones... again. “I’m sorry. I thought you were going on a missions trip, not PRISON!” I may or may not have said during one of my outbursts about not being able to communicate during the week. At the commissioning ceremony, the director of high school ministries explained that they didn’t want the cell phones to be a distraction BUT the kids could use an adult leader’s phone to call home anytime. BINGO!!!!! That’s all I needed to hear. Kate negotiated a two-phone call limit during the week, which I agreed to. That is, until I heard another high school girl say, “My parents want me to call them every evening.” DOUBLE BINGO!!! I was following Kate through the airport terminal explaining the new terms when she said, “I love you dad. GOODBYE!” She headed through security knowing I couldn’t follow her. As I write this, Kate’s still on her missions trip and I’m still counting the hours until she’s home. I’m being reminded by my “oh so helpful” friends that I have all this to go through again when Matt enters this stage. I’m hoping for 3rd time’s a charm and I’m calm, cool and collected. My friends are betting on three strikes and I’m out. I’ll be the neurotic dad who tries to figure out how to implant a microchip in Matt. For those of you who know him, it’s not as unreasonable as it may sound. Whatever my psychological state may be at that time, I just hope our children will realize that whether clear thinking or crazy, it was all because of my love for them. It’s a journey we are all sharing together. It’s called parenthood and we truly appreciate so many of you sharing it with us! Best regards, Mike

Your Mickle’s Worthby Mike Mickle

Things are supposed to be easier the second time around. I’m finding that is not the case in the Mickle house. I thought having Kate enter high school would be easier since we had already experienced it with Kyle. It’s not. I thought having Kate get her driver’s permit would be easier since Kyle had already been through this stage. It’s not. I thought having Kate go on a missions trip to NYC this week would be easier since she had already gone on one last summer to Kansas City. It’s not. Let’s begin with high school. It is a whole new world. We’ve learned a lot since Kyle’s freshman year. He’s seen things I hoped he’d never see. He’s watched bad decisions develop right in front of him. So far, he appears to have learned from other’s mistakes. Now, he’s halfway through the journey, entering his junior year. I’m not sure what those two years will hold for him. Knowing the dynamics of high school and seeing how quickly Kyle has matured in those two years, has me preparing for my daughter to turn into an even more mature young lady. I’m also not foolish enough to believe that Kate won’t witness some of the same things Kyle has. Then, there’s driving. 14 for a permit. Really? So far, Kyle has been very responsible with his driving OR at least he hasn’t been caught! He actually didn’t start driving until 15. That was his choice. Kate now has her permit and I expect safety and responsibility from her as well. However, having two teenagers out with friends will


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Join us for Hometown Teams, a Smithsonian exhibit coming in Sept. 2014!

The Smithsonian Comes to Rock Island on Sept. 13! The Smithsonian Hometown Teams Museum on Main Street touring exhibit will bring a free, Smithsonian-quality exhibition to you at the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street. To help kick off the project, the Library, Rock Island Parks Department and the Quad City Wolfpack minor league football team will offer a youth no-contact football clinic for ages 5 to 14 at Douglas Park, where the NFL once played! The free event is on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 1:00 to 3:00 pm in the outfield of Douglas Park. For more information, call Rock Island Parks Department at 309-732-7275.

From Sept. 13 to Oct. 25, Hometown Teams guests can see how traditions, rivalries, individuals and teams leave a lasting mark, and explore our community’s sports heritage with free displays and programs. Additional displays and programs

offered in conjunction with the Moline Public Library, Rock Island County Historical Society and the Karpeles Manuscript Library. For full viewing hours and free programs of Hometown Teams, visit www.rockislandlibrary.org Hometown Teams has been made possible in Illinois by the Illinois Humanities Council and is part of the Museum on Main Street program, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and the Illinois Humanities Council. Get Set for a Wet & Wild Water Adventure on Friday, Sept. 5! What do you get when you mix kids, fun, water and one of the funniest children’s

performers out there? Presented by Troy Roark, the 1:00 pm Wet and Wild Water Adventure brings the fun of a water park and the excitement of a game show to our Southwest Branch lawn, 9010 Ridgewood Road. Dress for wet conditions, and bring a swimsuit and towels. For more details, visit www.rockislandlibrary.org, or call 309-732-7360 to register.

Lisa Lockheart Rock Island Public Library

September Brings Something Special to Rock Island Library!


Why is Preschool Important? The kindergartens of today are not the kindergarten programs you grew up with. In today’s kindergartens children are tackling reading, writing, math and homework. Kindergarteners today are writing sentences, learning geography, and doing simple math problems. In other words, a kindergarten curriculum today is more likely to resemble a smaller-scale version of a first grade curriculum. Did you know that as a result of this increase in rigor, 1 in 6 Quad City children now enter Kindergarten without the skills they need to be successful? How can you insure that your child is ready? Enroll your child in an Iowa Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program. The purpose of Iowa’s Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program for Four-Year-Old Children is to provide an opportunity for ALL preschool age children in the state of Iowa to enter school ready to learn.What the Four-Year-Old Program Offers Children:• A minimum of 10 hours per week of quality, NO

COST, preschool instruction. • A licensed teacher. An early childhood licensed

teacher is responsible for designing and implementing effective learning environments using instructional strategies to enhance children’s learning.

• Ongoing assessment of children’s progress• High learning standards. Programs must have

curriculum to enhance children’s strengths, interests,

and knowledge. The curriculum also needs to align with K-12 learning standards and academic expectations.

Eligibility Requirements: To participate in the Statewide Voluntary Preschool Program, a child must be a resident of Iowa, and be 4 years of age on or before September 15th. There are no income guidelines for participation.Transportation: If your child attends a Davenport home child care provider, bussing can be provided to and from the preschool program.Locations and Enrollment: Statewide Voluntary Preschool Programs are managed by Iowa school districts. The delivery of quality preschool services by the licensed teacher could be provided in the public school setting, or the teacher could collaborate with community-based early childhood programs, nonpublic, faith-based, non-profit, or for profit centers to implement teaching strategies that enhance children’s learning and development. To find out the times and locations of preschool programs in your district, contact your district’s Voluntary Preschool Program Coordinator:• Davenport-Dianna Saelens at 563-823-2086• Bettendorf- Joyce Meyer at 563-359-3681• Pleasant Valley-Jennifer Jansen at 563-344-

6393• North Scott-Sherri Marceau at 563-285-3114 All children have the right to succeed and reach their full potential.

Dianna Saelens Davenport Community Schools

Preschool, the Most Important Grade


Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa…what is Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa?

Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa strives to ensure that “Every child beginning at birth will be healthy and successful.” How does Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa ensure that “Every child beginning at birth will be healthy and successful” in Scott County?

Through community involvement community priorities are established. The Scott County Kids Early Childhood board may contract with a community agency to provide a completely unique service or an already existing service may be modified or enhanced to meet a particular need. Often the limited funding Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa has is utilized to meet identified community need; other times, needs can be met through facilitating communication with the early childhood service providers. Our community is fortunate to have a vast array of caring early childhood professionals. What is the Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa Board?

The Scott County Kids Early Childhood Board is comprised of community leaders in the areas of education, health, human services, faith, business and of course parents. How does Scott County Kids Early Childhood Iowa get the funding they disperse?

From the Early Childhood Iowa state board. The state departments supporting Early Childhood Iowa are; the Department of Education, Department of Human Services and Department of Health. Funding must be for services for children prenatal through age 5. How does Scott County Kids decide how to spend funding?

Through evaluation of community forum information and community data assessments the Scott County Kids Early Childhood Board has established community priorities. These community priorities drive funding decisions. The priorities are as follows:

1. Advance healthy physical and mental development for all children, with a priority to at-risk children. 2. Increase access to affordable quality learning environments for all children. 3. Increase awareness regarding the importance of the early years. 4. Increase positive relationships between children and parents. 5. Increase the number of center and home based providers meeting quality standards.

Are the same services always funded?

Not always. In addition to funding decisions meeting community priorities, funding decisions adjust to community resources as well. For instance if a funding source becomes available in our community to provide a service that Scott County Kids has traditionally funded, Scott County Kids would adjust or reduce funding accordingly. Any unobligated funding would then be contracted to another community priority. …and it’s not all about funding! We strive to enrich the early childhood system of Scott County. The system is made up of many private and public service providers – all working to better the lives of children.


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Brooke Falline R.D.H., ABC Family Dentistry This month’s article is geared towards the dos and don’ts of breast feeding, bottle feeding and the proper overall nutrition for you and your little one(s). If you are a new mother, caregiver or educator, I hope to provide you with some important information to promote healthy habits to last a lifetime. Breastfeeding and formula in a bottle are the normative standards for infant feeding and nutrition. However, there is a right way and a wrong way to create healthy feeding habits from day one. First and foremost, it is important to separate the actions of sleeping and eating. The purpose of this is to be sure you do not confuse sleeping with eating. It is normal for an infant to fall asleep while suckling or being bottle fed, but you do not want to breastfeed in

bed or put the child to sleep with a bottle in the crib. If you sleep with the child while he/she is breastfeeding, the child will begin to think that falling asleep occurs only when being fed. The same holds true for placing the child in a crib with a bottle in hand. In essence, this practice is teaching your child a poor habit of eating while they are lying down. We recommend that you breastfeed or bottle feed in a different area other than where the child sleeps, wipe their mouth and any teeth present with a warm washcloth once they’ve finished feeding and then place them in their crib. Prevention is the key to a healthy mouth. We hope that by promoting healthy eating habits from the start that it will also prevent early childhood decay. Stay tuned for June’s article where I will be exploring in detail the topic of tooth decay!

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Pediatric dentists promote the dental health of young children as well as serve as an educational resource for parents. After completing 4 years of dental school, an additional 2-3 years of rigorous training are required to become a pediatric dentist. This specialized preparation allows a pediatric dentist to meet the needs of infants, children, adolescents and persons with special needs. The main concern of a pediatric dentist is your child’s overall health. The establishment of a dental home at an early age is crucial to promote good oral health. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend that a dental visit should occur within six months after the presence of the first tooth or by a child’s first birthday. Visiting a pediatric dentist around the age of one is important for many reasons. Enjoyable visits promote and establish trust and confidence your child will have for a lifetime. From our special office design to our communication style, our main concern is what is best for your child. At your child’s first visit up until the age of 4 years, an examination and visit to the dentist will be educational. Tooth brushing instructions, homecare and prevention of decay are some key topics discussed

at the first visit. Allowing the dentist to see your child during those early years also allows them to give parents information about Early Childhood Caries, which may be due to nursing habits or inappropriate use of sippy cups and bottles. Monitoring your children’s growth and development are also key points when visiting your pediatric dentist. Additional topics that may be addressed at your child’s visit if they become a concern are finger, thumb and pacifier habits or injuries to the mouth. Pediatric dentists take a team approach when it comes to your child, working not only with their staff but those in their community to make your child’s health the number one concern. Pediatricians/physicians, ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctors, orthodontists, as well as general dentists all play a crucial role in our team effort. All young people are served best through this team approach. As children grow into adolescents, diet counseling and nutrition are important topics to discuss in a professional, sensitive manner through the teen’s high school years. When necessary we will provide information on sealants, oral piercings, wisdom teeth, missing teeth, and tobacco use. If you having any questions regarding your child’s dental health please feel free to call our office (563) 355-0437.

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Words can become like seeds for self-fulfilling prophecies because of the power of expectation. So let’s take a look at the words “Common Core.” One definition for the word “common” is “of no special quality.” In other words “ordinary.” According to Roget’s Thesaurus some synonyms for the word “common” are “commonplace, everyday, ordinary, humdrum, standard, mediocre, run-of-the-mill and a dime a dozen”. Some of the antonyms are “exceptional, uncommon, extraordinary, original, excellent, noble, noteworthy, valuable and rare”. At your “core” or essence and foundation which of these would you prefer to be? Are the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) a one size fits all approach that will produce commonplace students and commonness? Shouldn’t the purpose of education be to develop the whole person and to awaken the unique potential within individuals? Isn’t standardization the antithesis of individualization?Einstein said, “I believe in standardizing automobiles. I do not believe in standardizing human beings.” He also said, “Imagination is more important than knowledge.” Most of Einstein’s greatest discoveries came from the use of his imagination.

Is a highly standardized approach to education working anywhere? Has it ever worked to try and standardize human beings? If we study highly standardized approaches to education in Chile, Sweden, China or in other countries it has not helped students to develop their imaginations, creativity and wholeness as human beings. In China leaders are now trying to change their educational system because it produced excellent test takers who could not think out of the box. In the U.S. we seem to be moving in the direction that China is trying to move away from. Why do we not learn anything from systems that have failed? Why do we not learn from successful models like the one in Finland or from models like the one used by Montessori schools? Montessori schools have a one hundred year old model which not only improves test scores, but develops socialization, emotional intelligence and character. Maria Montessori said, “Our care of the child should be governed not by the desire to make him learn things, but by the endeavor always to keep within him that light which is called intelligence.” At Tutor Doctor, we are prepared to help your student achieve excellence. Call Jill for a free in-home consultation at 563 468-3763.

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By late August, kids are back in school and families are back in their usual, crazy routines. Why not take a break from the hectic schedules and take the entire family to a fun-filled circus adventure? The Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus is back in town August 29-September 1 at the iWireless Center in Moline, IL, with their show, “Built to Amaze.” Let these incredible performers amaze you! Nadia and Dima Tarasova of Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus by no means live an average life. Their son, Alexander, also has a rather unique lifestyle compared to other children across the globe. “We’ve been married 14 years. Our son Alexander doesn’t exactly live a ‘normal life.’ Raising a child on the road definitely has its ups and downs,” the circus performing parents of one said. Nadia & Dima both said they strive for their son to live a happy, normal life-- but being a part of the circus doesn’t exactly classify as “the norm.” Dima serves as the Stage Manager, and they both work together on a trapeze act. “We do a move on the trapeze where we fly in the air and he holds me by only his teeth,” said Nadia. Needless to say, their job descriptions are different than most. When asked if they involved their son in any of their performances, they said he doesn’t do any actual performances with his parents, but he has practiced with them before. “He’s tried, but he didn’t really want to do it,” said his mother. “He

has been taking piano lessons for half a year, and he likes band and playing musical instruments.” Nadia said. “He has special lessons once a week; he’s a great musician.” In fact, Alexander is among 20 other children on the road with their parents. There’s also about 7-10 high schoolers on the road. “The company provides us with school services. It’s similar to a homeschooling program. It allows me to give my child an education without completely raising him on my own,” Nadia said. High school teachers also travel with the performers. A typical school week for circus performers’ kids involves school Wednesday through Sunday. Although they may not have the same schedule as a typical child, they are learning all the same things, and broadening their interests. Nadia and Dima’s son is finishing the 3rd grade. “We are really happy with what we’re doing and how he is growing up,” they both said. “He’s been a lot of places at just 8 years old. We’ve been to Disneyland, almost every water park you could think of, and cities all across the country.” “We welcome all other families to our show. It’s great for the entire family!”

Maggie Gehlsen QCFF Staff Writer

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Last month I interviewed my cousin Can (pronounced John) from Turkey as he was visiting me in Iowa. This month I am on Can’s turf right here in beautiful Turkey! We always have a great time when we visit here. This trip my parents really wanted my sister Ela and I to take in the history of Turkey. So I thought I would share some of the historic treasures that are in Turkey- some of them are like walking back in time!So let’s get started on a little tour! Turkey has super cool archaeological sites. There are about 300 archeological sites in Turkey!

Cappadocia. Cappadocia is known for its unique moon-like landscape and the “fairy chimneys”, underground cities, cave churches and houses carved in the rocks. One of the coolest places you will ever see!

Pamukkale. “The Cotton Castle” is a natural site in southwestern Turkey. The white world of travertines contains terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing water and hot springs. Cascading shallow pools filled with thermal waters. It is like

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Pamukkale. "The Cotton Castle" is a natural site in southwestern Turkey. The white world of travertines contains terraces of carbonate minerals left by the flowing water and hot springs. Cascading shallow pools filled with thermal waters. It is like another world!

o Ephesus is in Izmir on the west coast of Turkey. The ancient city of Ephesus was built in the 10th century BC by Attic and Ionian Greek colonists. The city was famed for the Temple of Artemis -one of the Seven Wonders of the World completed around 550 BC.

Bodrum

is a trendy coastal town in the Southern Aegean, featuring a citadel, Roman ruins, trendy clubs and a number of villages surrounding the peninsula.

There is a lot to see and experience here. Check out my video where I report from the city of Bodrum by logging on to this link ____________ or scan the qr code. For more information on Turkey go to: http://www.tourismturkey.org/

Last month I interviewed my cousin Can (pronounced John) from Turkey as he was visiting me in Iowa. This month I am on Can’s turf right here in beautiful Turkey! We always have a great time when we visit here. This trip my parents really wanted my sister Ela and I to take in the history and of Turkey. So I thought I would share some of the historic treasures that are in Turkey- some of them are like walking back in time!

So let’s get started on a little tour!

• Turkey has super cool archaeological sites. There are about 300 archeological sites in Turkey*!

o Cappadocia. Cappadocia is known for its unique moon-like landscape and the "fairy chimneys", underground cities, cave churches and houses carved in the rocks. One of the coolest places you will ever see!

o Aspendos. Aspendos was an ancient Greco-Roman city in The Roman theatre in Aspendos, today’s Antalya, is known for having the best-preserved theatre of antiquity. The theatre was built in 155 by the Greek architect Zenon

Ephesus is in Izmir on the west coast of Turkey. The ancient city of Ephesus was built in the 10th century BC by Attic and Ionian Greek colonists. The city was famed for the Temple of Artemis -one of the Seven Wonders of the World completed around 550 BC. Bodrum is a trendy coastal town in the Southern Aegean, featuring a citadel, Roman ruins, trendy clubs and a number of villages surrounding the peninsula.

There is a lot to see and experience here. Check out my video where I report from the city of Bodrum by logging on to this link https://vimeo.com/101019349 or scan the qr code. For more information on Turkey go to: http://www.tourismturkey.org/

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Have you ever looked around at all the businesses in our community and wondered what our world would be like if we didn’t have it? Although I think I may not survive without my favorite ice cream shop the reality is that I would. However, would our community survive without news media? News media is important to our community because it is how we learn what is going on locally, as well as around the world. We learn what events are happening, new businesses that are coming to town, weather forecasts, and issues facing our schools and government. News outlets, such as TV, radio, and newspapers provide us with timely information on a variety of subjects.News format is the way news is presented or shared in a community. For example,• Print: newspapers and news magazines• Broadcast news: radio and television• Electronic: internet• Human resources: people How do you and your family members prefer to get information? It may vary based on the news story. Read the scenarios below and decide how you want to receive the information. Scenario 1: You are stuck in traffic. Circle which news format you will use to find out about traffic delays: Newspaper, Television, Radio, Internet, or People Scenario 2: The president will give a speech tonight on the nation’s economy. Circle which news format you will use to write a school report about it: Newspaper, Television, Radio, Internet, or People Scenario 3: A fast-moving fire threatens the city. The damages could cost millions of dollars. Circle which news format you will use to get the latest information: Newspaper, Television, Radio, Internet, or People Scenario 4: You’re a business owner. The weather forecast calls for a blizzard. Do you stay open or close? Circle which news format you will use to track the storm? Newspaper, Television, Radio, Internet, or People There are advantages and disadvantages for each news format. What are some of the good and bad reasons for getting news from the formats listed below? • InternetAdvantages: ____________________________________ Disadvantages: __________________________________

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With any news format it is important that the news reporter shares all the important facts related to the story. To do so, the news reporter will need to conduct interviews, do research, or experience the scenario personally. It is also important that the news reporter provides the Five W’s in each story: Who, What, When, Where, and Why?Find a recent news story and see if you can identify the Five W’s. • Who is the article about? ____________________• What is going on? _________________________• When will it happen? _______________________• Where will it happen? ______________________• Why is it going to happen? __________________ News media not only keeps our citizens informed with up-to-date information. It also helps other businesses in our community promote and share their stories to help them gain more business. The next time you are reading or listening to the news, think about the importance of the information being shared. Without news media – how would our community communicate?

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Tawnya Hambly Public Relations Director, JA of the Heartland www.jaheartland.org

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A 2-PERSON TEAM ADVENTURE EXPERIENCE for kids ages 6-14 August 23, 2014

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Some educational tools for kids come and go more quickly than a finger flick across a touch screen computer. However, some of the best life lessons are as timeless as a game of tag. On August 23, 2014, the new QC Kids Adventure Race will highlight the 90th anniversary of YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln, a 250-acre resident camp that has been teaching kids awesome life-experiences since 1924. The event designed for boys and girls ages 6 to 14 will provide fun, safe and exhilarating outdoor challenges designed to celebrate youth development. “Camp is a magical experience that literally changes lives every day,” said Camp Abe Lincoln Director Nick Martinez. “From horses to canoes to archery and swimming, our programs have hardly changed for the past 90 years.” Capitalizing on the outdoor adventure race trend is a perfect fit for YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln. By tailoring a program specifically for kids makes it even better. The first annual QC Kids Adventure race will feature 5 challenges that will include archery, canoeing, slack-lining, fire building, and teambuilding. Teams of 2, ages 6-14, will work together to race around camp using a map to find each challenge and complete it together. Each team will be allowed to have one “crew” member that will be allowed to go along with them and assist when specified to ensure safety. Adventure racing is on the climb and this will be the first Kids Adventure Race in the area. To register and get more info, you can go to www.ScottCountyFamilyY.org or www.YMCACampAbeLincoln.org. Registration is only $75 per team. “The Kids Adventure Race is going to be totally awesome!” said 10 year-old camper and participant, Nathan Tapscott. “My team is definitely going to win!” With the onslaught of technology and digital devices throughout all facets of life, the program experience that kids of all backgrounds

enjoy becomes more than just fun. It becomes therapeutic. And necessary. According to his 2005 bestseller, “Last Child in the Woods,” author Richard Louv coined a phrase for the disconnect between children and the great outdoors: nature-deficit disorder. Kids who play outside in nature, under the stars and in the fresh air, are more calm, better able to learn, more creative and less stressed, he states. Since then, several studies have underscored the benefit to kids of spending unstructured time in nature. A study soon to be released by the University of Illinois tracked the test results for children in more than 500 schools in the Chicago area. It found that the single greatest factor behind improved test scores was the exposure of children to nature, Louv said in a recent news article about the findings. “We are very intentional with our programs here at Camp,” said Martinez. “Not only is it important that our kids are challenged to find their potential, but it’s also important that they succeed together, with kids from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities and socio-economics. That’s why these experiences stay with them for their entire lives.” YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln’s 90th anniversary is working to connect campers, counselors and staff from several decades who will no doubt be sharing stories and memories. With tens of thousands of alumni across the country, connecting Camp Abe Lincoln’s proud past to the exciting future will be a fun task. For more information on the QC Kids Adventure Race, as well as the 90th anniversary events, please give Nick or Alex a call at Camp Abe Lincoln 563-381-3053 or check out www.ymcacampabelincoln.org for more information.

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Kickin’ It!Assumption Varsity Kicker

Aims High after Hip Surgery igh achievement is the only

way 17 year-old Travis Krayenhagen holds himself accountable — whether it’s maintaining an A-average off the field or kicking for the Assumption Knights football team. “I love school and football, and doing my best is the only way I know how to perform,” says Travis.

Doing his best on the field became difficult when a hip injury sent Travis to the sidelines. He had been training at a kicking camp, when his leg became so sore and painful it hurt to walk. Sports medicine physician, Dr. Andrew Bries, ORA Orthopedics, discovered more than just soreness. “The MRI revealed a labral tear in his hip,” he explains. “The hip’s ball and socket joint is surrounded by a ring of cartilage called the hip labrum. These tears can be the result of acute injuries often caused from sudden twisting movements and hyperextension, similar to Travis’ kicking motion.”

Dr. Bries understood Travis’ goal was to get back into the game, stronger than before, and to do so, he performed what’s called a hip arthroscopy. Using tiny incisions, he inserted a scope into Travis’ hip to repair the tear. “As an outpatient procedure, Travis was home the same day and began his recovery and rehab immediately. ”

“I am stronger than I was before the injury,” says Travis. “After the procedure, I spent six months in physical therapy, then started my weight-lifting program. By the time football season began, I was ready to play full-time with no pain. I felt

really confident with Dr. Bries. He was great and I knew he would get me better,” Travis adds.

Dr. Bries says these injuries are no longer threatening the careers of student athletes. “In the past, many of these tears were just attributed to groin strains and could often sideline

a player — many giving up their sport for good. But with our MRI technology and arthroscopic surgical techniques, we are better able to treat these injuries and return players to the sports they love.”

As a junior, Travis has high hopes to start as the Assumption Knight’s varsity kicker, but he also plans to keep his academic record a priority, too. “I love football, but my dad and I talk a lot about my future, and getting strong grades will take me a lot farther. Thanks to Dr. Bries, I feel great playing football, and I can enjoy my high school experience with no regrets.” Play on, Travis.

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With new laws in place mandating drivers be hands-free when using wireless technology in the car, drivers are exploring ways they can adjust their habits and their technology to be safer on the road. Drivers can even turn to their own devices to help maintain focus while driving. The Safely Go app allows users to lock their phones and sends automatic text messages alerting others that they are behind the wheel and can’t respond. The app can also route phone calls through Bluetooth or other hands-free devices. There are a wide variety of Bluetooth accessories that allow drivers to be hands-free. For example, the Jabra Freeway is a voice-controlled, Bluetooth-enabled device that slips right onto your car’s sun visor to give you an incredibly crisp Bluetooth speaker and receiver, so you can make hands-free calls in your car. It also transmits to your car’s FM receiver so you can play music right from your smartphone. No matter what your preference of device, the bottom line is: Safety first. Whatever it is… it can wait. If you need to make a call or send a text message and choose not to use hands-free technology, find a safe place to pull over.

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In a few short weeks, high school seniors will finish their classes, enjoy the pomp and circumstance of graduation, and move into the next phase of their young adult lives. For many, this transition will take them to a four-year college. For the students and their parents, many factors will affect their education choices including tuition costs, course of study, and location of the college or university. But some decisions – or rather indecisions – can turn four-year college plans into a longer experience. Consider these facts:• 80% of college students start college without declaring

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Often these factors prevent students from graduating within four years as planned - with the average tuition at four-year institutions now over $22,000 per year, the extended stay can be a costly one. The good news is, whatever your student’s post-graduation plans, Career Cruising Quad Cities can help your student put their future in focus. A great starting point is the Career Matchmaker assessment tool in Career Cruising Quad Cities. When the assessment is completed, a list of careers strongly matching the student’s responses is produced. The student can then click on the career profile links to learn more about the careers, their education and training needs, and the institutions with majors and programs that support those careers. The Career Cruising Quad Cities events calendar also features many events presented to help students discover, explore, and experience their careers of interest. One of the events is the 3rd Annual CVM-Illinois Mini-Medical Academy, coming this summer to Trinity College of Nursing and Health Sciences in Rock Island – it’s a hands-on learning opportunity for students interested in health care careers. During previous academies, students performed cataract surgery on sheep’s eyes, sutured a patch on the aorta of a heart, and viewed a stents insertion demonstration. The college’s simulation lab will also offer hands-on activities. For students interested in art careers, the Figge Art Museum’s Summer Drawing Program helps talented high school art students participate in a college-level experience with help from Western Illinois University professors. The program helps them prepare their portfolios for college admission and scholarships. These events and more are posted on the Career Cruising Quad Cities calendar, which is updated regularly to always provide students with a list of upcoming career and college preparation programs. Students can view the calendar while logged in to www.careercruising.com, and organizations can send their event information to [email protected]. Career Cruising Quad Cities is a web-based career exploration program administered by Junior Achievement of the Heartland in partnership with The Moline Foundation.

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For every student that drops out of school, there is a different reason or set of circumstances that led to that decision. Each story is as unique as the individuals affected. Even successful students may be impacted by sudden life events that make going to school difficult or even impossible. In most cases, students who drop out of school before graduating struggle with school early on. It may show up as not wanting to attend school, behavior issues, failing grades, or a combination of these. Families are the first and most important support for students. They usually know the student best. Knowledge of how a student learns best, their special talents, and what motivates them are all helpful to teachers who are trying to connect with and engage students in learning. Families often don’t know how to help their student with studying and homework. This is where teachers can help the parents by giving suggestions of things to do at home that will help the student be successful. Teachers can also share student successes and emerging interests that families can help support.

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Dropout Prevention When students are struggling in school, it’s important for families and school personnel to work together to find the root causes of issues and to create targeted supports for the student. Areas may include academic, behavioral, social/emotional issues. Also, help may be needed to direct families to additional community supports/resources. Families and schools working in partnership can have an amazing impact on student success. We have a lot of resources in our community to support students. Graduation Destination; Take the Journey: Finish it! is an event that brings community resources together to help families learn what supports are available for area youth. While the school supports are from the Davenport School District and serve Davenport school students, the community supports are for everyone. This year’s event is being held at the River’s Edge, 700 W. River Drive, Davenport on Saturday, August 16 from 11:30-2:00. We hope all families will join us to learn what supports are available and how everyone can work together to help ensure students graduate from high school!


Summer is winding down and back-to-school season is here once again, defined by the annual rituals of registering for school, buying clothes and school supplies, and adjusting sleep schedules. Although the first day of the new school year is the focus of this process, parents and students should use this time for more long-term preparation by analyzing how the student’s classes and activities match up with their post-secondary plans. Whether the student is a freshman, a senior, or somewhere in between, taking the time to see the big picture may help you make necessary changes before it’s too late. Career Cruising Quad Cities (CCQC) can help students identify their long-term plans and get on the pathway to making those plans a reality. Parents and students can make informed decisions about classes and activities with the help of Career Cruising’s Planning Timeline, an outline identifying key benchmarks for high school students. Students starting 9th grade should talk to their guidance counselor about post-secondary options. If you are planning to attend college, be sure your course plan includes the necessary college prep classes, including algebra or geometry classes and a foreign language (to meet math and foreign language requirements for most colleges). Students can also use CCQC’s portfolio tool (called My Plan) to track courses and record grades, activities, awards,

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Preparing for College and other important information about their high school experience. In addition to assessing their scholastic progress, sophomores and juniors should commit to extracurricular activities that positively impact college and scholarship applications. Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities should also be explored. AP courses let students earn college credits while attending high school, but they offer some other benefits, too. A student’s performance in AP courses gives admissions officers a glimpse into the kind of student one might be in college, improving the chances of acceptance at the college when the student does well in the AP class. Also, students can often test out of introductory classes typically required during the first year of college, creating a lighter class load or providing the flexibility to choose electives of interest. Seniors can start the school year by checking their list of colleges and making sure they meet the requirements for all the colleges they intend to submit an application. Seniors should also check their transcripts to make sure all necessary classes will be completed and register for any SAT or ACT tests required before applying to the college(s) of choice. Students attending a school enrolled in CCQC can access the Planning Timeline tool within the Education section of Career Cruising at www.CareerCruising.com. Career Cruising Quad Cities is a web-based career exploration program administered by Junior Achievement of the Heartland in partnership with The Moline Foundation. To learn more or volunteer, visit www.CareerCruisingQuadCities.org.


College Survival 101

Dorm rooms. Dining halls. Football stadiums. Libraries. Lecture halls. For an incoming college freshman, these places are just a few of where he or she will be spending a majority of their time at a university. In 2009, US News and World Report stated thirty percent of college and university students drop out after their first year. I’ll admit, the first year of college is challenging, no doubt. In November of 2012, I chose to attend the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. I graduated from DeWitt Central High School in May of 2013, and packed up my life to move 1,500 miles away from home in August, 2013. The study workload, larger classrooms, dining hall food, uncomfortable loft bed, and lack of parental presence can make for a difficult atmosphere for many high school graduates transitioning to collegiate life. It’s my hope that many recent high school graduates will embark on the wonderful, incredibly scary journey that is college. For parents and students alike, here are a few tips to make the transitioning process easier:1) Skype, texting, and emails: As a new college student,

I guarantee you or your child will spend an obscene amount of time on a computer. If they aren’t just an hour away from home and perhaps in another state, Skype is a wonderful tool. My parents and I skyped at least once a week the first three months of me being away at school, simply because it’s nice to feel like you’ve seen them each week. Texting, e-mailing, phone calls, or communication of any kind for that matter, is crucial to helping the transition into college. It presents some sense of normalcy in your weekly routine.

2) Campus involvement: If you or your child is anything like I was in high school, being busy is simply a way of life. This will change when college comes around. The beautiful thing about going to college is having all of this time to put into your classes, homework, social life… but getting involved in something on campus that you’re interested in is such an important step. A club, intramural sport, or religious group are good places to start. Typically, universities provide hundreds of options for new students. If a club or organization sounds interesting, join it! You won’t regret it, and neither will your resume down the road.

3) Make new friends: I can’t stress enough how important this is, and this sort of bounces off campus involvement. Although you may know some people attending your college, or perhaps you’re living with your best friend from high school, try to get out and meet new people. College is supposed to be different from high school. Those new friends may be your future bridesmaids, godparents to your children, or family doctors. Make. New. Friends.

4) Time management: With the new friends, clubs and organizations, and oh yeah… studying… things will get

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busy. The days will fly by and weeks will go quickly. Before you know it, finals will be approaching and you’ll realize you didn’t study half of what you were supposed to. Buy a calendar or whiteboard to write out your weekly schedule on. I wrote notes of things I needed to do or things I had coming up and stuck them by my door so I saw it just as I left my room. Write everything down and keep deadlines in mind. In fact, make deadlines for yourself. You’ll love the fact that you already studied for that test or wrote that paper and can enjoy a night to yourself or with friends.

5) Do not worry about picking a major: Because you WILL change your mind. And if you don’t, you’re lucky. I changed my major two different times over the course of my freshman year. It’s not a bad thing; in fact, it’s totally normal and hopefully means that you’re discovering what you like, dislike, and are passionate about.

6) Do not give in to the awful food: Trust me on this one. Consuming unhealthy foods and drinks will not only make you feel sluggish, it can actually have an extremely harmful effect on your schoolwork. There will be all sorts of temptation to eat out, but try to avoid it. The “freshman fifteen” is a real thing. Don’t let it happen to you!

7) Keep applying for scholarships: No matter what! My mom is the queen of finding scholarships to apply for. They really are out there everywhere. Regardless of if you have plenty of financial help or scholarships already, any additional scholarships can be used towards graduate school, law school, medical school, if those are something you’re looking into. Some scholarships can even be used towards living expenses, which will help out mom and dad in the long run.

This list was compiled with the help of my parents who have sent five children off to college. Four of which attended the University of Iowa and their last decided to “branch out” and attend a school 13 hours away. College is hard, and the transition is even harder. I feel these were the most important lessons I learned from taking on that transition. Freshman year will fly by, but it can be one of the most incredible, rewarding, and worthwhile experiences of your life. Be smart, be savvy, and most of all, enjoy it!


Emergency Funds: A Small Step Toward Financial Security

Dr. Barbara O’Neill, CFP® and Extension Specialist in Financial Resource Management with Rutgers Cooperative Extension, shares the following on the importance of emergency funds. Media reports and advertisements by financial firms provide lots of advice about how to become financially secure, but the simplest and most basic strategy is to save a portion of your income on a regular basis. A financial goal that every individual or family should have is to establish some type of emergency fund. This is savings set aside specifically to meet emergencies (e.g. medical expenses due to an accident), unanticipated bills (e.g., auto repairs) or to cover monthly living expenses if your paycheck stops (e.g., disability and unemployment). Emergency funds have been compared to a “shock absorber” for inevitable “bumps” on the road of life. The money placed in them should be liquid. In other words, emergency savings should be put into accounts that can easily be converted to cash without loss such as checking or savings accounts, money market deposit accounts, or money market mutual funds. Liquidity allows quick access to funds, which is vital in emergency situations. You may think you can’t afford to have an emergency fund, but you can’t afford not to have one! Stuff happens and, most of the time, it costs money! By setting up an emergency cash fund, you help protect yourself from the financial cost of unknowns. Without an emergency fund, people often use credit cards or payday loans or borrow money from family members in an emergency because they don’t have a savings account to fall back on when unexpected things happen. This just digs them further in debt when interest is charged on unpaid balances. Worse yet are situations when family relationships are strained over unpaid debts. Make establishing an emergency fund a priority. Fund it with approximately three to six months of living expenses or whatever gives you peace of mind. If you need $2,000 a month to cover living costs, you need $6,000 to $12,000 in reserve. Whenever you withdraw

money from the emergency fund, pay yourself back based on a predetermined schedule as you would any other bill. Discipline yourself to use emergency fund money only for real emergencies (e.g., car repairs, broken appliances, sickness, etc.). Keep your emergency fund in a liquid savings product such as a money market mutual fund or short-term certificate of deposit (CD). Don’t place it in investments such as stocks and bonds where it will be subject to short-term market volatility and losses if you had to withdraw funds to cover an emergency expense. Shop around to earn the highest annual percentage yield (APY) on your emergency savings. The highest interest rates on savings can often be found on accounts at online banks and credit unions. Any small step toward accumulating a minimum of three months expenses is better than doing nothing. To get started, save $5 or $10 per paycheck or whatever you can afford. Place money for emergency savings automatically in a credit union account savings (share) account through direct deposit from your paycheck or transfer it yourself from checking to savings. Another way to start an emergency fund is to save $1 per day, plus pocket change, in a can or jar. At the end of each month, you should have saved about $50 or $600 after one year. However you decide to fund an emergency savings account, develop a schedule and stick with it. Make emergency savings a priority and “pay yourself first.” Benefits of an emergency fund go beyond dollars and cents. Having an adequate emergency fund also provides peace of mind that you are not living on the financial edge. This reduces stress which is often associated with physical ailments such as insomnia and anxiety. Emergency funds may also reduce marital arguments about finances. The most important thing is to get started now. If you are already saving for emergencies and need to save more, try increasing the amount that you save. The results, over time, will be amazing. For additional information about the benefits of saving, visit the America Saves website at http://www.americasaves.org/

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It’s the heart of summer and sometimes we just want a bit lighter of a meal. This dish is great for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Serve it with a side salad and even bake it in a toaster oven so you’re not heating up the house! The crispy hash brown crust takes this quiche to a whole new level. Hash Brown Crusted Spinach & Egg Quiche6 c. frozen, thawed hash browns2 T. olive oil8 eggs1/2 c. milk1/2 c. salsa1 t. salt1 t. pepper3 oz. cheddar cheese, cubed2 c. fresh spinach

1. Preheat a 9 inch skillet to medium high heat, with the olive oil. When hot, place hash browns in the skillet, pressing down making them flat. Do not stir the hash browns, let them brown on one side for 5-6 minutes, creating a crispy bottom crust.

2. Place a plate over the hash browns, flip the skillet over and slide the uncooked side of the hash browns back into the hot skillet and cook the other side for another 5-6 minutes.

3. When both sides are crispy, slide the flattened hash browns into a 9 in. pie plate. Press down with a spatula, including up the sides of the pie plate.

4. In a bowl whisk together the eggs, milk, salsa, salt, pepper, cheese and spinach and pour into the crust.

5. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes at 375 degrees or until the eggs are set.6. Slice and serve warm, or it can be eaten cold the next day. There is nothing better than a cold treat on a hot summer day. More often than not, those cold treats aren’t good for our waistline, but this one is! This sherbet is just five simple ingredients. Feel free to swap out any fruit you have in the freezer - strawberries, raspberries even peaches! Healthy 5-Ingredient Sherbet1 c. frozen blackberries1 banana 1/2 c. milk1 T. sugar1 t. vanilla extract

1. In a food processor combine all ingredients until smooth.2. Layer a loaf pan with plastic wrap.3. Pour sherbet into the loaf pan and cover with the plastic

wrap.4. Freeze for at least 2 hours.5. Eat with a spoon!

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It’s hard to believe that’s it’s been 20 years since I first laced up my sneakers for what would become a Labor Day tradition for me and many of my friends. It’s been a remarkable way to honor the life of Carl Schillig who was 15 years old when he was killed in a car-pedestrian accident in 1994. Carl was active in a variety of community, school and church activities. In commemoration of his life, the Run With Carl Walk/Run attracts participants to the challenging, but scenic, course following city streets, neighborhoods and the Bettendorf Recreation Path. Each year, families, runners, volunteers, and sponsors wake up early to support the Bettendorf Rotary Run with Carl at the Life Fitness Center. But this year, as we celebrate our 20th anniversary, we are preparing to cross the finish line one last time. “We’ve had a good run – no pun intended, and it’s simply time for the race to come to an end,” said Dick Schillig, race co-chair and father of Carl, who started the race to raise funds for a scholarship in his son’s name.

The Carl D. Schillig Memorial Fund was established in 1995 in memory of Carl Schillig who was killed at the age of 15 in a car-pedestrian accident. The fund provides a college scholarship to graduates of Pleasant Valley High School – which Carl attended – and Bettendorf High School graduates. With Carl’s philanthropy as its inspiration, the nonprofit also distributes proceeds from the run to organizations in which Carl was active, including the Bettendorf Pleasant Valley Aquatics, the Cornbelt Running Club, and Our Lady of Lourdes Church. Race organizers are expecting a record crowd this year as past scholarship recipients, Carl’s family and classmates return to the Quad Cities for a final race. “It would be nice to finish on a high note this year as a special tribute to Carl and all of the community organizations, volunteers, sponsors and participants who have made the scholarship fund possible,” said Juanita Schillig, race co-chair and mother of Carl. So don’t miss your chance to participate again (or for the first time) to honor not just Carl Schillig’s memory but the Schillig family for sparking a love of running in young children and families. You can participate in the 20th anniversary final Run with Carl on Labor Day in Bettendorf, IA on Monday, September 1 at 7:30 a.m. The 5 Mile Run and the 5K run/walk and 1/2 and 1-mile fun runs for children 12 and under start and finish at the Bettendorf Life Center (2222 Middle Rd., Bettendorf). Awards will immediately follow the races. Register at runwithcarl.com.

Jamie Lange

Run with Carl Prepares To Cross the Finish Line

42 MAY 2013 • QC Family Focus

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Recently we asked several Bigs in our one-to-one mentoring program why they became a Big Brother or Big Sister. We knew one of the reasons they volunteered was because they wanted to help children in our community, but many were surprised to discover that they also benefitted by becoming a mentor. Here is what they told us in their own words:Julie Bauman “This mentor relationship (match) has made me realize how much I have taken for granted throughout the years. It has helped me grow both mentally and spiritually in my life by seeing through the eyes of a child, hurdles they sometimes come up against and have no control over, but have to deal with even as a child. If I can make even a small difference in my Little’s life, then it has been well worth it. “Jeff Belvel “Being a Big takes time; but it is time well spent. I have learned that mentoring is important no matter how busy I think I am. I have enjoyed getting to know my Little over the years and I believe he enjoys our time together as well. I am thankful that he looks forward to our outings and that I can be his mentor and friend.” Jessi Black “When we were matched, I hadn’t seen a kids’ movie or listened to pop radio in ten years, and I didn’t even think I really liked kids nor felt competent interacting with them. I am now well-versed in Ke$ha and Pixar. I know the playground and public pool circuit of the Quad Cities like the back of my hand. I’ve been to the Putnam, the Family Museum, the zoo, and Davenport Junior Theatre. I’ve gone to middle school swim meets and choir concerts. I would never have done any of that without my Little.”Brian Harry “Being matched with Garett over the past few years has been a very rewarding experience for me. I truly enjoy spending time with Garett and have enjoyed seeing him grow

over the years. It has been extremely gratifying to know that he enjoys spending time with me as much as I enjoy spending time with him. Our relationship has blossomed, and it is fun to escape the pressures of work to spend time hanging out over the lunch hour.”Susan Bowman “I was introduced to Big Brothers Big Sisters through the QC Achieve initiative in 2010. My Little and I met in 2010 when she was in 7th grade. We participated in the BBBS Career Navigator program for three years, most recently attended the BBBS Job Readiness program, and continue to grow a great friendship and relationship. A visit with my Little makes me feel good. She inspires me to be a better person and to find the good in people and the world around me. She has a strong faith and an infectious positive attitude about life. I learn from her.”Kelley DeBaene “Being a Big Sister through the Big Brother Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley organization has opened my eyes to a new world of communication and trust. From the moment we met three years ago, my Little accepted me and welcomed me into her life. She opened the door to not only form a relationship but a friendship as well. This friendship, in particular, has made a tremendous impact in my life. Putting trust in someone and having open and honest communication can lead to lifelong friendships.” Currently there are 150 children waiting to be matched. We are trying to fill this need during our 100 Days / 100 Bigs volunteer recruitment campaign. If you are looking to invest time in your community there is no better way than to volunteer as a mentor in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Two hours a month minimum in our school-based program and six to ten hours a month in our community-based program. To inquire and see if this is a fit for you call 563-323-8006 or go to www.bbbs-mv.org and click on Volunteer.

Beth Clark Development Director, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mississippi Valley

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As each new school year begins, parents everywhere prepare for the year ahead by obtaining all of the necessary school supplies. Another opportunity to prepare, often overlooked unless your child participates in sporting activities, is a routine back-to-school physical. There are many reasons to consider this physical at the same level of importance as any other step taken to prepare for another successful school year. Consider that, statistically, most physician visits for children are due to an illness or injury. A back-to-school physical can become a great opportunity to discuss the health and development of your child with a physician and to learn about ways to reinforce healthy habits to keep your child functioning at their best all year long. In support of the opportunity for all children to receive this benefit, the Palmer Chiropractic Clinics are offering back-to-school physicals at a special price of $20. To maximize the potential of the visit, we encourage parents to seek answers to the following during their appointment:1. What are some of the best ways to provide excellent

nutrition throughout the school year, for breakfast and school lunches especially, to help benefit academic progress?

2. What is the best sleep schedule for my child’s health at his/her age?

Julie Johnson, D.C. Palmer Chiropractic Clinics

The Importance of Back-To-School Physicals3. Can you evaluate our child’s

backpack and show us the best way for it to be worn to minimize damage to their spine?

4. How can my child’s risk of injury be reduced and performance enhanced during sporting events throughout the school year?

While vital functions will be assessed during the physical, along with other standard physical examination findings, the most valuable aspect of the back-to-school physical can be the creation of resources that will benefit you and your child throughout the school year. This promotion runs through the end of September. If required for athletic participation, please ensure that chiropractic physicals are accepted at your school. These physicals are good for one year and there is no appointment necessary to have one completed. The child must be under the age of 18 and accompanied by a parent or guardian. These physicals are available at both our Davenport and Moline locations. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call (563) 884-5801 to speak with a clinic staff member today. The Palmer Clinics wish all children a happy, healthy and productive school year!

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Occupational therapist Megan Long began Prescription Fitness class before the class even left the building at the Genesis Outpatient Pediatric Therapy Center. “We’re taking the stairs, not the elevator. This is a fitness class,’’ she said. Prescription Fitness is a series of specialized exercise and nutrition classes for children who are at-risk for obesity and life-long health conditions -- hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, sleep disorders -- linked to obesity. Children who participate in Prescription Fitness are actually prescribed by a physician to participate. Once a week in the fall, spring and summer, participants and someone from their family attend the class. While the kids are outside exercising, their parents are receiving instruction about the important role they play in preventing obesity. After their exercise, the

class participants also have an education session on nutrition. “The kids usually aren’t buying the food, preparing the food, or filling the plates. It has to be a family effort,’’ explained Lindsay Schlicksup, an occupational therapist who oversees Prescription Fitness. “There is very much an environmental and genetic link to childhood obesity.’’ On a recent late afternoon, 10-year-old Logan Nelson first ran several laps with Long on a grass course. They also stretched together and went through drills with a soccer ball. Meanwhile, Logan’s parents were listening to a presentation from a Hy-Vee dietitian. The class doesn’t really end. Participants go home each week with homework. They are asked to exercise in some way for 30 minutes five days a week. They are also asked to keep a journal of what they eat and how much they exercise. “It doesn’t have to be traditional, strenuous exercise like running,’’ Schlicksup added. “It might be mowing the yard, playing outside, or vacuuming the house. Lots of activities can be exercise.’’ But Schlicksup draws the line with any video games. Even the more active games available are not counted as exercise. “One of the problems is that kids already spend too much time in front of screens,’’ she explained. Prescription Fitness was started several years ago at the Genesis Outpatient Pediatric Therapy Center with the encouragement of Dr. Vickie Pyevich, a University of Iowa pediatric cardiologist who practices at the Genesis Heart Institute. Dr. Pyevich was becoming alarmed at the health trends she was seeing in some of her young patients. She was seeing children with potential health issues that usually didn’t appear until adulthood. “She was seeing obesity, high cholesterol, hypertension in younger and younger children,’’ Schlicksup explained. “We’re trying to reverse those trends for some of these kids.’’ Kids who participate in Prescription Fitness get a baseline screening of weight, heart rate and oxygen saturation. At the end of their class sessions the screenings are done again. There is also a 6-minute walking/running test given at both the start and the end of class. The Genesis Outpatient Pediatric Therapy Center (GOPEDS) offers programs meeting the needs of children requiring physical, occupational and speech therapies. For information, call (563) 421-3497.

Craig Cooper Genesis Health System

Class is Rx for Kids’ Health

Genesis occupational therapist (OT) Megan Long encourages Logan Nelson, 10, who is participating in Prescription Fitness at the Genesis Outpatient Pediatric Therapy Center. Prescription Fitness is a series of exercise and nutrition classes for children who may be at-risk for obesity and health issues related to obesity. The students are prescribed by a family physician to participate.


Almost everyone has had a corneal abrasion - sometimes minor and healing quickly; sometimes severe with significant pain. Abrasions occur most commonly with trauma to the cornea, foreign bodies scratching the cornea, contact lenses which are improperly fit or worn too long, chemical irritations or burns, and dryness of the eye. The cornea is composed of 5 basic layers. The outermost is the epithelium. Abrasions occur when epithelial cells are lost. This is a very sensitive area, so symptoms can be many and severe. A foreign body sensation is prominent, often making one think a boulder is in the eye. Depending on the abrasion size, pain can be mild to intense. The eye will usually be sensitive to light. Tearing is quite noticeable as reflex tears attempt to wash out whatever is irritating the eye. If the abrasion is large enough and centrally located, vision can be markedly blurred. Examination with a slit lamp allows the extent of the abrasion to be determined, discovers any foreign material present, and checks for more serious problems, such as laceration of the globe or inflammation or bleeding within the eye. An anesthetic drop makes the eye comfortable for the examination, but must not be chronically used after this as it retards healing. Once the possibility of more severe injury is eliminated

James Wymore M.D.

Ouch! My eye hurts! and foreign material removed, treatment is begun. A dilating cycloplegic drop helps diminish pain, as does a pressure patch over the closed eye. A patch should be left on no longer than 24 hours without rechecking the eye for secondary infection. It can be removed whenever the eye is comfortable. To prevent a secondary infection, antibiotic drops are instilled. Most abrasions will heal without any complications in 1-2 days; larger ones taking longer. Occasionally the epithelial layer doesn’t heal well, and recurrent erosions result. These can occur days, weeks, or years after the original trauma to the eye. The usual onset is at night or upon awakening, when the abrasion symptoms suddenly return. In addition to the treatment used for the routine abrasion, other therapy is directed towards promoting more permanent healing. Hypertonic drops and ointment, bandage contact lenses, and tiny needle punctures have been employed to prevent further recurrences. Longer term care is necessary if abrasions are related to dryness of the eye or chronic lid infection. Artificial tears for lubrication and lid hygiene on a regular basis help to control this frustrating problem. Corneal abrasions can be very uncomfortable, but the prognosis is usually excellent. The symptoms resolve quickly and the visual acuity returns to it pre-abrasion level. Dr. Wymore, with Eye Surgeons Associates, is a board-certified general ophthalmologist. He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr. Wymore practices at Eye Surgeon’s Rock Island and Silvis, Illinois offices. For more information, please see our website: www.esaeyecare.com. The material contained in this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider.


Win Dinner for 4 at Texas Roadhouse and a 4-pack of Tickets to see Country Music Legend Loretta Lynn at the Adler. Check out some great articles in our Senior Lifestyle Section, answer the questions below CORRECTLY and one lucky entry will be chosen to win this great prize package. Your Name_________________________________________Address____________________________________________City________________________________________________Phone Number_______________________________________ In the Can Someone Really Lose Their Hearing Overnight article, the experts at Audi-ology Consultants write about two main types of hearing loss____________________ and _______________________. In the Tips for Caregivers article, Senior Star offers three types of social media op-tions to help family members who can’t be at a family function feel like they are still part of the celebration. What three options are listed? __________________, _________________________ and _____________________. The Classy senior living at the Taylor Renaissance lists three valued senior organiza-tions that come to Taylor to share their knowledge. What are they? _________________________________________________________ and ___________________________________. Name three services Good Samaritan Services@ Home provides_________________. _______________ and ________________. In the Fountains ad what is the date and time for “Reiki: Balance for the Caregiver event? Date_____________Time_____________.

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Most of the time people lose hearing gradually over a long period of time. That’s why many people with the hearing loss are the last to realize it. They adapt to the slow changes over time. But, in rare instances, a hearing loss can occur rapidly or suddenly. In addition to not being able to hear, sometimes there can be tinnitus and / or dizziness at the same time. Whether or not there are the other symptoms, a sudden loss of hearing can be an indication of a serious problem and medical attention should be sought as soon as possible. There are different types of hearing loss in general. A hearing loss that occurs because of a problem in the middle ear, where the ear drum and ear bones are housed, is called a conductive hearing loss. A hearing loss that occurs because of damage to the inner ear, or nerve area of the ear, is called a sensorineural hearing loss. Sometimes one can have a combination of both types and this is called a mixed hearing loss. A sudden onset of hearing loss can be due to problems in the middle ear or the inner ear. Examples of sudden conductive hearing loss are ruptures of the ear drum, trauma to the skull that damages the eardrum or the bones, or some fluid buildup behind the ear drum. Most of the time, the cause of this type of sudden loss is easily identified because there is a known incident that occurs at the time of the hearing loss, such as an accident. Medical attention is needed to diagnose the problem and try to correct and treat as much of the damage as possible. The cause of a sudden sensorineural hearing loss can be more difficult to identify. There are several things that can cause this that we know of, such as a stroke or trauma to the skull where the sensory area is housed. Another example could be what we call noise trauma, where the ear is exposed to extremely high levels of noise (such as an explosion) for even just a brief amount of time and the sensory area of the ear is damaged. There are times, however, when there just is not an easily identifiable cause. This is referred to as idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss. Many physicians hypothesize that this type of sudden loss can be due to a viral infection that damages the inner ear or the nerves of the ear. Sometimes a sudden sensorineural hearing loss can be treated, sometimes it can’t. No matter what the cause of a sudden hearing

loss is, the important thing is to get medical attention quickly. A medical physician needs to diagnose the type of hearing loss and try to identify a cause. Sometimes a sudden loss of hearing is a sign of a more serious medical condition. Once it is determined that there is not a condition that requires immediate treatment, a hearing test will likely be ordered to determine what type of sudden loss you have (conductive or sensorineural). Depending on the findings and results of that test, your physician will be better able to decide on a treatment plan for you. If your loss can be medically corrected, that is the best solution! Waiting to seek treatment can greatly diminish your options for such treatment. Not all sudden hearing losses can be treated or can recover fully. This can create quite an emotional turmoil for you and your loved ones. It is harder to cope with a sudden loss because you experience such a drastic change in such a short period of time. You don’t have the time to adapt to the changes in your hearing that those with gradual onsets of hearing loss do. But, there is hope. If your hearing loss is declared permanent, then you will want to see an audiologist. An audiologist can help you with learning how to adapt to, and cope with the hearing loss. Many times there is technology available, such as hearing aids or other devices that can help you with communication and hearing. An audiologist will help you navigate your options and decide what the best solution is for you. If you, or a loved one, has already experienced a sudden hearing loss and has not sought help for the hearing loss, encourage them to speak with an audiologist. If you, or someone you know, ever wakes up with a hearing loss, remember to seek medical attention as quickly as possible to give yourself the best chances for treatment and recovery.

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Pine Hill Cemetery, Davenport Iowa has adapted to modern times of technology. Just about everyone has a computer of some kind and with that an internet connection. Pine Hill Cemetery is 158 years old but has developed access through today’s technology. If you have internet you can view our website at www.pinehillcemeterydavenport.com. There you will find information to all of our burials, maps and other sales information you may be looking for. Even farther advanced yet, with today’s smart phones and tablets you can scan QR codes to find specific information with click of a button. You will need a bar code reader app and an adobe reader as all files will be pdf format. We have the following QR codes available and soon will be posted at the entrance of the cemetery. We have other QR codes for maps as well.

Historical Cemetery Moves into Modern Times Pine Hill Cemetery, Davenport Iowa has adapted to modern times of technology. Just about everyone has a computer of some kind and with that an internet connection. Pine Hill Cemetery is 158 years old but has developed access through today’s technology. If you have internet you can view our website at www.pinehillcemeterydavenport.com. There you will find information to all of our burials, maps and other sales information you may be looking for. Even farther advanced yet, with today’s smart phones and tablets you can scan QR codes to find specific information with click of a button. You will need a bar code reader app and an adobe reader as all files will be pdf format.

We have the following QR codes available and soon will be posted at the entrance of the cemetery.

Our website Burial Record

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General Price list Butterfly Cremation Garden

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Being a caregiver is a wonderful job. It comes with the self-satisfaction of doing

something special for someone else. It also comes with a great deal of responsibility and stress, and … rarely a day off. As the hot summer month of August is upon us, many people are thinking about vacations if they haven’t already taken one. For caregivers, this is often not a possibility due to the extraordinary responsibility they assume in their role. Senior Star at Elmore Place knows the importance of personal respite for caregivers and how it benefits both the caregiver as well as the person receiving care. That’s why they offer a respite program where the caregiver can have peace of mind and time for rest and relaxation while knowing that their loved one is enjoying a mini vacation. A private apartment, appetizing and nutritious meals, a multitude of fun activities and round-the-clock assistance with personal care are just part of what Senior Star respite services include. Need more answers about respite care? Call Senior Star at Elmore Place at 563.484.5114 for a tour and to learn more about their quality respite care options. Those who mention this article will receive the fifth day free on a five-day respite stay.

Sharing the Fun Through a Virtual PresenceHow to Include a Loved One Who is Unable to Travel on

a Vacation Senior Star at Elmore Place recognizes the importance of family socialization as part of a well-rounded lifestyle. Sometimes, though, due to health concerns or other commitments, seniors are unable to travel … so why not bring the party or vacation to them? Through the world of social media, Senior Star residents and respite care recipients can enjoy any gathering. With the click of a button and the help of our experienced team, you can be “wired into” your family’s fun. Social media vehicles such as Facetime, Skype and Facebook are among the popular options where visual communication brings a warm feeling that grandma or grandpa is at the party. Senior Star will connect you with your loved one while you are on vacation. You can share videos and pictures or even have your loved one join you in an activity virtually with the assistance of Senior Star associates. Planning a vacation and want to include your loved one? Schedule a complimentary lunch for him/her and a friend. We’ll be happy to help them join you virtually on your vacation Facetiming or Skyping with you during an event or simply helping them view pictures. For more information, call Senior Star at Elmore Place at 565.484.5114.

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Combining historic grandeur with modern conveniences, Taylor School has become a vibrant senior rental community in Davenport. The school was built in 1897, and closed its doors in 1978. The building remained vacant and unused, with locals referring to it as the haunted house, until Renaissance stepped in to rehab it. Construction began in 2010 and eager residents moved in the following year. Today, The Taylor Renaissance is a shining example of century-old architectural style and beauty blending with today’s standards and finishes. The building is listed on the historic register, and has been repurposed and re-energized, with classrooms becoming gracious 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes for folks 55 and better. Each unit is fully applianced and has a large kitchen, along with huge windows offering plenty of light, and in-unit washer and dryer, plus individual heat/cool. The property offers a variety of unique floor plans and plenty of desirable amenities and high end finishes. Rents for the majority of these impressive apartment homes are priced under the market, available to those on a limited income. Residents enjoy a club room, fitness

center, library and computer center, as well as desired features such as secured entry, video monitoring and private parking. Residents at Taylor love to call this schoolhouse their home, putting their personal touches to the place, making new friends and joining in for a variety of programming geared to enrich their living experience. Representatives from valued area senior organizations such as Milestones Area Agency on Aging, Retired Senior Volunteers Program and C.A.S.I. have come over to share their knowledge and resources with residents, and many senior services providers have been involved with entertaining and helpful programming. The Taylor Renaissance summer cookout in July was a big hit for residents, friends and family! The mission of The Renaissance Companies is to create neighborhoods, one property at a time and The Taylor Renaissance is a perfect example. www.therenaissancecompanies.com The Taylor Renaissance, 901 West 15th Street, Davenport, Iowa, 563-323-0901.

Kathleen Hagen - Jackson/Taylor Renaissance Marketing/Advertising/Event Coordinator

Classy senior living at The Taylor Renaissance


• Card Clubs • Bingo • Billiards

Health & Wellness-‐ CASI has partnered with Genesis Health System, Unity Point Health-‐Trinity, Walgreen’s and several independent providers to offer onsite health and wellness activities. These activities include:

• Blood pressure checks • Foot Clinics • Flu Shots • Reflexology • Chiropractic services • SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program)-‐CASI is a state designated SHIIP site.

Advocacy-‐ Our Master’s level social workers, provide information, referral and light touch case management services to seniors free of charge. Funded through Milestone’s Area Agency on Aging, Scott County, the City of Davenport and the United Way, the Advocacy program assists thousands of seniors each year in accessing resources and remaining healthy and independent in their homes for as long as is possible.

Intensive Services-‐Our intensive services such as Jane’s Place are geared towards providing a higher of level of care for those in need. Jane’s Place is an Adult Day Program, certified by the Iowa Department of Inspection and Appeals, which provides respite services to individuals diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimer’s.

If you think you are “old enough” for what CASI has to offer, give us a call today! We’d be happy to show you what it means to be a senior!

1035 W. Kimberly Rd.

Davenport, Iowa (563) 386-‐7477

www.casiseniors.org Have you ever had a “senior moment”? A minute in time where you have forgotten what you were planning to do, or why you entered a certain room, or where you parked your car at the mall? You’re not alone. We have all experienced these moments at some time or another and while it can certainly be humorous at times, it can also be frustrating, embarrassing and even frightening at times, depending on the frequency. So how can you tell if your “memory loss” is more a consequence of prolonged stress, normal age related memory loss, or a sign of something more significant? Over time, the brain often experiences some normal age-related memory loss. This happens for many reasons, including decreases in neurotransmitters and brain size, which can make it harder to pay attention and process information. People with normal age-related memory loss, however, are usually able to compensate for these changes by using lists and other memory aids. Those with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease often find these tasks to be more difficult and find their lives are significantly impaired as a result.

The Alzheimer’s Association has identified these 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s disease:1. Memory changes that disrupt

everyday life. 2. Challenges in planning or

solving problems. 3. Difficulty completing familiar

tasks at home, at work or at leisure. 4. Confusion with time or place. 5. Trouble understanding visual images and spatial

relationships. 6. New problems with words in speaking or writing. 7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps. 8. Decreased or poor judgment. 9. Withdrawal from work or social activities. 10. Changes in mood and personality. If you experience any of these symptoms, schedule some time to meet with your doctor. While dementia cannot be reversed, other conditions causing memory or cognitive impairment may be treatable. Your physician may refer you to a specialist such as a neurologist, a geriatrician or a psychologist. Making and keeping these appointments will be a crucial part of the diagnosis puzzle. For more information on how CASI can help, visit our website at www.casiseniors.org or our Jane’s Place Adult Day Services Program at [email protected].

Laura L. Kopp, MS President/CEO

Center for Active Seniors, Inc. (CASI)

A special place that you can trust to provide professional, compassionate care for your loved ones living

with Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Call us today, we can help. 563-386-7477

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Senior Moments


If you recently received an inheritance, you are likely feeling mixed emotions. On the one hand, it is probably nice to know that someone cared enough about you to leave you a gift but, at the same time, the gift-giver is no longer with you or you wouldn’t have received the gift. Once you get over the emotional turmoil an inheritance usually causes, you may start to consider some of the pragmatic issues surrounding an inheritance. Who pays the tax on an inheritance, for example? At the federal level, the general rule is that the person making the gift pays any tax due on the gift. In rare exceptions, both parties may agree that the recipient pays the tax due; however, for purposes of an inheritance the tax due is paid by the person making the gift. More specifically, the tax due is paid by the estate of the person who made the gift. When an individual dies, all of the assets owned at the time of death, coupled with the value of all gifts made during the decedent’s lifetime, are subject to the payment of federal gift and estate tax. The estate of the decedent will calculate the tax and pay it if any tax is owed. As the recipient of a gift from an estate you will owe nothing to the I.R.S. At the state level, however, taxes could also be collected in

Illinois. Illinois is one of only a few states that still has a “death tax” or “inheritance tax” that is collected at the time of death. In essence, this means that the estate of a decedent could be taxed at both the state and federal level. The good news is that both the federal and state gift and estate tax have a fairly large exemption limit which means that only estates that exceed the exemption limit are actually subject to the tax. One way in which a gift you receive could ultimately incur an indirect tax in the Illinois Quad Cities is through capital gains taxes. Individual states determine how the basis on gifted property is calculated if the gift is a capital asset. Your basis could be the donor’s basis which would mean you will likely incur a hefty capital gains tax when you sell the property. Many states, however, use the fair market value of the property at the time the gift was made as the basis of gifted property. In that case, you will actually avoid a potentially large capital gains tax bill by receiving the property as a gift. Nash Nash Bean & Ford are members of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. To receive a copy of our most recent newsletter “Your Estate Matters” or for a free consultation on Estate or Long Term Care Planning, call 800-644-5345, email [email protected] or visit our website at www.nashbeanford.com, where you may also link to our blog and Facebook page. The firm devotes its practice primarily in the areas of estate, business and tax planning and related areas of the law, as well as elder law and trust administration and probate. We offer guidance and advice to our clients in every area of estate planning. This column is designed for general information purposes only, and is not intended, nor should be construed or relied upon, as legal advice. Please consult your attorney if specific legal information is desired.

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and fulfillment. In addition, to providing the highest degree of independence possible for a person, our services are designed to reduce the family’s burden and stress of caregiving, so that the time spent together is quality time.Our caregivers are: Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekExtensively screened/experiencedCNA’s, Homemakers, and trained companionsRequired to attend initial eight hours of training and mandatory quarterly trainingsFully bonded and insured Given complete background checks Dependable and compassionateGood Samaritan Society Sevices@Home provides:Respite or relief care for family members or caregiversPost hospital care: assistance during recuperation from injury or illnessTotal personal care Transportation Medication set up and remindersMeal preparationDomestic services, housekeeping, and laundryGrocery shopping, errandsTravel companionsExercising/walking assistancePet care for our clientsDementia/Alzheimer’s careWe work with hospice workers and visiting nurses to provide shift care. The comprehensive coverage of these services is what makes Good Samaritan Society Services@Home remarkable among home health providers.

Recently, a woman called Good Samaritan Society Services@Home for assistance. Her grandfather, Samuel, wanted to attend his granddaughter’s wedding in Clinton, Iowa but needed someone to assist him when he arrived. The Good Samaritan Serivces@Home office promptly mailed the paperwork to the family so it could be completed beforehand. When Samuel arrived, out Services@Home caregiver met him at the hotel, provided assistance to Samuel for the wedding, and accompanied him to the ceremony and reception. When Samuel was ready to return to the hotel our caregiver provided the necessary assistance to him until his family was able to return. His family was able to continue their evening without worry, and Samuel did not have to miss his granddaughter’s big day. The mission of The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society is “to share God’s love in word and deed by providing shelter and supportive services to older person and others in need, believing that ‘In Christ’s Love, Everyone Is Someone.’” Good Samaritan has more than 240 facilities nationwide, including the Quad Cities, and surrounding areas. In addition to home care, Good Samaritan offers skilled nursing, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services, assisted living, senior living, affordable housing, home health, hospice, and memory care services throughout Iowa. The goal of Good Samaritan Society Services@Home is to provide a variety of care solutions that will enable an elderly person to maintain a sense of independence and to remain in familiar, common surroundings, thereby keeping their enthusiasm for life. This contributes greatly toward a feeling of well-being, self-worth,

Good Samaritan Offers Services@HomeJennifer Green

Services @ Home Manager Good Samaritan Society


mountain and rural scenes. Winding through the entire area are the train tracks that carry 3 complete trains; an Amtrak passenger train, a freight train and our newest, a Budweiser train. The citizens of Fountainville can be

seen doing ordinary everyday things like mowing their lawn and hanging clothes out on the line to dry. There is a park with children flying kites and riding a carousel. Beside the high school, the stands are full of fans watching a football game. Nearby are a farm and a farmer’s market with greenhouse and nursery. Next to the country church there is a cemetery. In town, there are many businesses from hardware stores to shoe stores. On one end of town is Happy Joe’s and the other is the fire station

with a roof-top garden. For entertainment, you can enjoy a concert in the town square, a performance at the opera house or take in a drive-in movie. Yes, there is much to see and hear in Fountainville. Just like every small town in America, we see daily progress. And just like America, we are very proud of our progress in Fountainville and we look forward with hopeful hearts that our future growth will continue to bring that flush of memories and emotions for many years to come. Come join us on Monday, August 11th and experience The Fountainville Express. The trains will be running and open for public viewing from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. We would love to see you there! For more information, call Becky at 563-676-6750.

The Fountains Senior Living Community and its residents celebrated a very special birthday. It was the 4th birthday of The Fountainville Express, the HO scale model railroad town created by The Fountains’ residents. Please join us for a special public viewing of the Fountainville Express on Monday, August 11th from 2:00 until 4:00 at The Fountains Senior Living Community. The Fountainville Express was born in March of 2010 when a group The Fountains’ residents went on an outing and had a tour of the Midwest Model Railroad Club in Bettendorf. Those residents experienced the joy and nostalgia that model railroads evoke. And they wanted to experience that at The Fountains. The idea of creating The Fountains’ very own HO scale model railroad was encouraged by Executive Director, Kris Ward and the planning and fundraising began. The residents pledged the first $800 to purchase the wood for the bench, and construction began in July 2010. Six members of the Midwest Train Club volunteered their time every Tuesday for 14 weeks to build the benches, install the train tracks and the electric wiring and build the town, the countryside and the mountain with a tunnel. The Fountainville Express opened in November 2010 with a train and a few borrowed buildings on loan from Buzz Pinnow of the Midwest Train Club. Today, Fountainville is a bustling small town surrounded by a

Becky Lee Hinton Executive Director / Director of Marketing The Fountains Senior Living Community

All Aboard the Fountainville Express!


Several years ago, a gentleman stopped by the funeral home the day

after his mother’s funeral. “I wanted to stop by and personally thank you for pre-arranging my mother’s funeral here several years ago,” he said. “Before she had died,” he continued, “I really thought she had done her pre-arrangement for herself. Now, having followed through on those arrangements for her funeral service, I realize that it was really quite a remarkable gift to me and all my family.” “I always thought that Mom wanted to do her pre-arrangement so she could, you know, cross it off her list,” he continued. “I never really thought far enough forward about it before to realize how this would help us to know what was really important to her. It was such a great feeling for my sisters and me to actually know what mom wanted…everything from scripture readings to the flowers to the songs – even the casket! It was all right there on file and we had complete confidence to proceed without hesitation because we knew everything was exactly what she had wanted.” That, I responded, is the most beneficial thing about pre-arrangement: knowing that they could follow their mother’s wishes and not have to second-guess about what she would have wanted. While he didn’t disagree that this was extremely important, he was quick to correct me from his recent personal experience: “The BEST thing,” he concluded, “about my mother’s funeral being pre-arranged was that instead of having to spend all our

time making decisions and digging through family records and the safety deposit box for all the specific information, we could instead spend that time together as a family remembering all the good things about our mom. THAT was the best part! We had a very special time as a family doing that.” As we finished our cup of coffee and our conversation came to a close, I thanked him for taking the time to share with me his family’s experience. As he was leaving, I asked him if he had ever considered pre-arrangement for himself? The shell-shocked look on his face answered the question before he could even respond. “Perhaps that should be our next cup of coffee?” I inquired with a smile. “Wow!” he exclaimed, still surprised that this had never surfaced on his radar. “I had never even given that a thought! Yes! Most definitely, I need to do this!” We scheduled an appointment and met again several days later. He gave special attention to the details. “I don’t know when my funeral will be, of course,” he said, “but I think I’d like to have Christmas songs at the service. I don’t care what time of year it is – I want Christmas songs sung at my funeral!” After completing every last detail, he looked at me and said, “I never would have thought about doing this for myself. I can’t believe it -- even after mom’s funeral, it just didn’t even register with me that I should do my own pre-planning!” By taking this step, I reminded him, he had now “paid it forward” for his family . . . just as his mom had done for his family. When all the paperwork was complete a couple days later, I filed his completed pre-arrangement file. As I closed the drawer of the file cabinet, I thought to myself, “That’s a funeral I’ll never conduct. I’ll be long retired by the time we are involved in his funeral . . .” Two hours later, one of his sisters called. The rest of the story follows next month. Remember Well. David W. Deuth, CFSP, is a funeral director and is the owner of Weerts Funeral Home in Davenport and RiverBend Cremation and Quad Cities Pet Cremation Bettendorf. He can be reached at 563.424.7055 or by email at [email protected].

David W. Deuth, CFSP Owner / Funeral Director

Weerts Funeral Home

A Grateful Son


David W. Deuth, President of Weerts Funeral Home You’re caring for someone – an elderly parent, perhaps – and along the way, you’re getting quite an education. With a great deal of hard work and sacrifice on your part, you’ve been able to keep them in their own home. Or perhaps they’re living in YOUR home. One way or another, it’s all worked out OK. Until now. Just in case you’re wondering . . . you’re not alone. According to a 2009 AARP survey, “…more than 42 million Americans provide family caregiving for an adult who needs help with daily activities”. The same survey indicates that “…an additional 61.6 million people provide at least some care during the year.” All at the same time, so intense has the care-giving role for your parent(s) become that you may actually be losing sight of another primary responsibility: your own family. Your kids may still call your nest “home”, whether toddlers or high-schoolers or anything in between. They need your time, your guidance, your attention, your affection...and your resources. You’re not alone here, either. Whether you know it or not, if you’re caring for a parent (or other relative) AND caring for (or financially supporting) your children, you’re among a rapidly growing number of Americans who find themselves sandwiched between their responsibilities and the generations to whom they’re responsible. No surprise, then, that you are now identified as one of the “Sandwich

Generation”. As the Sandwich Generation numbers continue to grow, a couple new varieties of “sandwiches” have been added to the menu:• Club Sandwich: those in their 50s or 60s sandwiched

between aging parents, adult children and grandchildren, or those in their 30s and 40s, with young children, aging parents and grandparents.

• Open Faced: anyone else involved in elder care. The implications of being “sandwiched” can range from minor to positively overwhelming – one of the most significant of which can be in the financial realm. As the economy continues to tighten and things continue to cost more and more, many seniors are finding that – despite everything that felt like proper retirement planning 20 years ago – it is very possible to outlive your money today. Now that the issue is identified and even has its own name, what are the workarounds? Do good solutions exist for those who are “sandwiched”? The answers to these questions vary, to be sure, and a one-size-fits-all solution is certain folly. The best approach is always to seek and obtain good, qualified professional advice for your particular set of circumstances . . . because if your planning doesn’t do what need it to do when you need it do what you GOT it to do, it’s about like having no plan at all. Next month, we’ll take a closer look at one particular scenario that we’re beginning to see more frequently among those who are being sandwiched. It might be an eye opener for some. Remember Well.Statistics Source: Wikipedia.com. David W. Deuth, CFSP, is a funeral director and the owner of Weerts Funeral Home in Davenport. He can be reached at 563.424.7055 or by email at [email protected].

Sandwiched: Part I

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David W. Deuth, President of Weerts Funeral Home You’re caring for someone – an elderly parent, perhaps – and along the way, you’re getting quite an education. With a great deal of hard work and sacrifice on your part, you’ve been able to keep them in their own home. Or perhaps they’re living in YOUR home. One way or another, it’s all worked out OK. Until now. Just in case you’re wondering . . . you’re not alone. According to a 2009 AARP survey, “…more than 42 million Americans provide family caregiving for an adult who needs help with daily activities”. The same survey indicates that “…an additional 61.6 million people provide at least some care during the year.” All at the same time, so intense has the care-giving role for your parent(s) become that you may actually be losing sight of another primary responsibility: your own family. Your kids may still call your nest “home”, whether toddlers or high-schoolers or anything in between. They need your time, your guidance, your attention, your affection...and your resources. You’re not alone here, either. Whether you know it or not, if you’re caring for a parent (or other relative) AND caring for (or financially supporting) your children, you’re among a rapidly growing number of Americans who find themselves sandwiched between their responsibilities and the generations to whom they’re responsible. No surprise, then, that you are now identified as one of the “Sandwich

Generation”. As the Sandwich Generation numbers continue to grow, a couple new varieties of “sandwiches” have been added to the menu:• Club Sandwich: those in their 50s or 60s sandwiched

between aging parents, adult children and grandchildren, or those in their 30s and 40s, with young children, aging parents and grandparents.

• Open Faced: anyone else involved in elder care. The implications of being “sandwiched” can range from minor to positively overwhelming – one of the most significant of which can be in the financial realm. As the economy continues to tighten and things continue to cost more and more, many seniors are finding that – despite everything that felt like proper retirement planning 20 years ago – it is very possible to outlive your money today. Now that the issue is identified and even has its own name, what are the workarounds? Do good solutions exist for those who are “sandwiched”? The answers to these questions vary, to be sure, and a one-size-fits-all solution is certain folly. The best approach is always to seek and obtain good, qualified professional advice for your particular set of circumstances . . . because if your planning doesn’t do what need it to do when you need it do what you GOT it to do, it’s about like having no plan at all. Next month, we’ll take a closer look at one particular scenario that we’re beginning to see more frequently among those who are being sandwiched. It might be an eye opener for some. Remember Well.Statistics Source: Wikipedia.com. David W. Deuth, CFSP, is a funeral director and the owner of Weerts Funeral Home in Davenport. He can be reached at 563.424.7055 or by email at [email protected].

Sandwiched: Part I

Just Like A Trusted Friend . . .

We’ll Be Here When You Need Us

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