Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP)

A free, objective and confidential service offered through the state of Iowa to help people sort through confusing information about Medicare and health insurance.
Eldercare Locator

Run by the Administration on Aging, this research tool will lead you to the “area agency on aging” for local services, benefits and options where your aging loved one lives. Search by zip code or city and state.
Aging Resources of Central Iowa

The mission of Aging Resources of Central Iowa is to lead, advocate and serve as well as plan and coordinate resources in the provision of services to persons in central Iowa, their families, caregivers or representatives.
Definitions and Questions to Ask about Housing Options

A list of definitions of independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, & continuum of care and questions to ask about each of these.
The Lord’s Prayer

In this section, you can learn more about the context of the Lord’s Prayer and receive some guidance on how to pray each line of this prayer with more intentionality.
Applying the Story to Your Life

In this section, we will explore the kinds of questions we need to ask of the scripture text, it’s context, and the context we find ourselves in if we are going to faithfully interpret and apply the Bible to our lives. (Includes small group discussion questions)
The Context of the Story

In this section we will focus on what was happening historically through scripture to help us understand different books of the Bible in their context. (Includes small group discussion questions)
Reading the Big Story of the Bible

In this section we will explore the important story arcs of God’s relationship to humanity through scripture. (Includes small group discussion questions)
Spiritual Direction

This is a good resource to seek out if: You are looking for someone to help you pay attention to what the Holy Spirit might be guiding you to in this season of your life. Spiritual directors primarily ask questions and suggest spiritual practices to help you follow where God is already leading you. You can […]
Boundaries

Byy Cloud & Townsend A helpful read if: You are working to learn to live within your limits.