When Virginia State Sen. Creigh Deeds was injured by his 24-year-old son Gus on Nov. 19, the attack was preceded hours before by a mental-health evaluation of the younger Deeds, who was recommended for emergency custody, an order that could…
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Physicians’ Debut Nutrition Program – Asserts Reform Starts in the Kitchen, Not in Washington
by Clare Howard • • Comments Off on Physicians’ Debut Nutrition Program – Asserts Reform Starts in the Kitchen, Not in Washington
When Dr. Jeffrey Leman and his family moved to India, they cooked chicken the first night in their new home. That prompted a visit from the landlord who informed the young couple that meat could not be brought onto the…
I was hungry and you fed me
by Sandra Dempsey Post • • Comments Off on I was hungry and you fed me
CUTLINE: Claire Crone stirs the soup being served that particular day at Sophia’s Kitchen. Patrons receiving food number in the hundreds. The kitchen is located at 103 S. Richard Pryor Place and provides nourishment and encouragement to those in need.…
New ‘war garden’ in the battle against disease
by Clare Howard • • Comments Off on New ‘war garden’ in the battle against disease
Food in America has undergone a transformation over the past 71 years since OSF Sisters Community Healthcare Center opened its doors for uninsured and low-income patients. In 1942, Americans were cultivating “War Gardens,” canning fruit and vegetables, and only occasionally…
Providing nourishment to foster independence
by Sandra Dempsey Post • • Comments Off on Providing nourishment to foster independence
Cooking begins very early each weekday morning at Neighborhood House in Peoria. Staff at the social service agency, located at 1020 S. Matthew Street, prepares food for some 850 meals to serve people in the city of Peoria, Peoria County…
Heddington Oaks: Treating seniors with respect and compassion
by Megan Mertens • • Comments Off on Heddington Oaks: Treating seniors with respect and compassion
Since 1848, the Bel-Wood nursing home has been owned and operated by the Peoria County Government, and has served over three hundred elderly men and women. This includes residents who are suffering from various health related problems such as: Alzheimer’s…
Physician Promotes Diet to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Dementia – ‘The revolution has already begun’
by Community Word Staff • • Comments Off on Physician Promotes Diet to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Dementia – ‘The revolution has already begun’
By Clare Howard Margaret Ovitt, of Macomb, drove 70 miles to Illinois Central College in early May to hear Dr. Neal Barnard lecture on “Power Foods for the Brain.” After the lecture, Ovitt drove home. She made the four hour,…
Buehler Home – Where Superior Service Is a Tradition
by Sandra Dempsey Post • • Comments Off on Buehler Home – Where Superior Service Is a Tradition
Few buildings in the Peoria area are 81 years old and have been home to nearly 2,000 residents. The stately Buehler Home can claim such distinction and its beautifully landscaped grounds and attractive surroundings continue welcoming women and men to…
Scoop the poo!
by Greg Speck • • Comments Off on Scoop the poo!
The dog shown above as well as on her Scooper Heros brochures and business cards looks a lot like the animated harmless cartoon character, Scooby Doo. Indeed, Scooper Heros can “rescues you from the poo,” according to Kelley Steger, the…
The 2013 Grand Tour of Homes to be Held on May 19
by Community Word Staff • • Comments Off on The 2013 Grand Tour of Homes to be Held on May 19
The Grand Tour of Homes is proud to present some of Peoria’s fine historical and architectural heritage on the 2013 Grand Tour. On Sunday, May 19h 2013, from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. the general public is invited to tour…