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Robert Stephenson at his desk in 2025 beside his Navy enlisted photo at age 17

Robert Stephenson was born in Chicago on June 14, 1925, as the third of four children in his family, with two older brothers and a younger sister. When he was a young boy, his family moved to Moline, Illinois. There, his father purchased a house, but they lost it during the Great Depression. The family…

Ryan Dickherber and Kyle Laramie on the gold medal podium at the 2025 Minto US Open Pickleball Championships

The 2025 Minto US Open Pickleball Championships, held April 26 through May 3 at East Naples Community Park in Naples, Florida, once again lived up to its reputation as “The Biggest Pickleball Party in the World®.” This year’s event set new records with 3,400 players participating from all 50 states and more than 40 countries,…

Elmus Miller Jr. in a U.S. Air Force cap and sunglasses, Veteran of the Month February 2025

Elmus Miller Jr. was born in Wellston, Missouri, in 1940. Shortly before his second birthday, his parents divorced, and he moved to Arkansas, where he lived with his grandparents. His family worked on farms, pulling corn and picking cotton, and would often relocate in southeastern Missouri and parts of Arkansas for work. As a child, he enjoyed…

Memories or Mess? A cluttered storage area full of old household items

As our parents age, we may notice unexpected changes in their behavior or personality. These changes can occur gradually over time or suddenly and unexpectedly. One common change that surprises many people is when an elderly parent begins to accumulate belongings. I have witnessed this firsthand and heard countless stories from families sharing their…

Herman B. Albers: an old photo of a couple at a dance beside a standing soldier in uniform, over an American flag

Herman B. Albers was born in 1915 and grew up on a farm in the small town of Lively Grove, Illinois. Life on the farm involved hard work; he and his siblings—one brother and three sisters—spent their childhood tending to their chores on the farm and learning responsibility from a young age. During…

Senior couple smiling as they look over paperwork together with a laptop, for the 2025 COLA increase

By Tamara Sanders, Head of Client Care The Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) for Veterans and surviving spouses receiving pension benefits, including Pension with Aid and Attendance, is an annual increase designed to ensure these benefits keep pace with inflation. This adjustment is based on changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures the…

Caregiver in blue scrubs helping a senior man and a woman with a cane at home

As temperatures drop, winter can present specific challenges for seniors, including an increased risk of falls, health complications, hypothermia, depression, and carbon monoxide poisoning. However, with proactive planning and the right support system, such as home care, seniors can effectively manage these challenges and enjoy a safe and comfortable winter season. By taking preventative measures…

Veteran of the Month December 2024: JT Stewart, in an old family photo and a recent portrait in a cowboy hat

JT Stewart was born in Turkey, Texas, in 1933, but he grew up in the small town of Levelland. in the Texas Panhandle. Due to his red hair, he was nicknamed “Red” throughout his life. Stewart’s childhood was characterized by hard work and perseverance while living on a cotton farm located seven miles outside of…

Dogs for Our Brave: Save a Veteran. Save a Dog. Save Two Lives. Proudly supported by Veterans Care Coordination

Last month, in honor of Veterans Day, Veterans Care Coordination (VCC) proudly contributed to Dogs for Our Brave (DFOB) through the company’s Serving Others fund — an employee-driven program where team members can donate a portion of their paycheck to support meaningful causes. Located in St. Louis, Missouri, Dogs for Our Brave was founded…

Veteran of the Month November 2024: Salvatore Balletto, with the U.S. Army seal over an American flag

Born in 1942 as the son of an Italian immigrant, Balletto grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. His father was from Sicily, and his mother was from Ohio. After graduating from John Adams High School, he became interested in cars. He started building and racing cars on the track at Dragway 42 in Ohio. He described…