Opinions
Dear Savvy Senior,
How can I get my doctors to listen better? I just turned 78, and over the past few years I feel more and more dismissed by my doctors. I know I can’t be the only one who feels this way. Any suggestions?
Dissatisfied Patient
Dear Dissatisfied,
Communication difficulties between...
One of the most beautiful and interesting places in America is the Pacific Northwest along the Columbia and Snake Rivers. The rivers are clear and pristine; the air is pure. It is Lewis and Clark territory so any visit there includes a lot of history and amazement that the expedition was...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
I said to myself, “Bob, you shouldn’t have that third helping of mashed potatoes.”
But your name isn’t Bob. It’s Al.
I know.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. The traffic was...
Chelsey, Iowa is a tiny town. With a population of 229 people according to the 2020 census, they must all know one another well. This year it celebrated 150 years of togetherness although the town was not incorporated until 1878. They are very proud of their history and one building that has stood...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
Are you coming to our place for Thanksgiving?
I’m not sure.
Well, let me know as soon as you can. I want to know how thankful I should be.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me....
Dear Savvy Senior,
My dad has dementia and has gotten to the point that he can’t live at home any longer. I need to find a good memory care residential facility for him but don’t know where to turn. Any suggestions?
Only Daughter
Dear Only,
Choosing a good memory care residential unit for a...
Iowa’s new law, effective July 1, 2024, aims to tackle chronic absenteeism by supporting students who miss 10% or more of school days. For a 180-day school year, this means missing 18 days or more. In the 2022-23 school year, 22.6% of Iowa students were chronically absent, raising concerns about...
I really miss Herberger’s. It was a great department store chain, along with their sister stores, Younkers. Their closing left a big hole in retail shopping in North Iowa/Southern Minnesota. They did, however, leave behind some great food ideas even though there were no restaurants in the stores. “...
It’s the time of year when a few traditions and favorite activites return.
One of those is bingo. It will be played over the rest of the fall and winter at the Timbers or at the Whistle Stop Manly Senior Center. It will also be featured as a funderaiser at the Cousin Eddie party during the...
Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting
I didn’t know you had dogs.
Those aren’t my dogs. They are my sister’s.
Well, your sisters are adorable.
Driving by Bruce’s drive
I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. I sat at a table where the...