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Read article: Siblings working together as caregivers
Siblings working together as caregivers
Many things affect sibling relationships when caring for a parent:Do all the siblings want the same thing for the parent?What do past relationships...
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Read article: Farm Estate Planning Series
Farm Estate Planning Series
Quick Tips for Farm Estate PlanningStudies have shown that fewer than 20 percent of farm families have an effective estate plan to roadmap what...
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Read article: A Game-Changer for Women’s Health: Discovering the benefits of strength training for aging women
A Game-Changer for Women’s Health: Discovering the benefits of strength training for aging women
Strength training boasts an impressive list of health benefits, yet the group that stands to benefit the most – older women – is participating in...
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Read article: Celebrate Brain Awareness Week all year long
Celebrate Brain Awareness Week all year long
Brain Awareness Week (BAW) is the global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. BAW was founded by the ...

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Boost your brainpower with Wits Workout at the Eureka Public Library
EUREKA, Ill. — In 2025, University of Illinois Extension is launching a monthly program at the Eureka Public Library aimed at supporting brain health and social connection among older adults. The Wits Workout series, developed by University of Illinois Extension specialists,...