Health & Wellness 2025 Directory
A comprehensive guide to physicians and healthcare providers serving the Illinois Valley
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Parents recognize the important role fun plays in a happy childhood, but finding time to laugh and have a good time is important for adults as well. Unfortunately, that lesson seems to have been lost on modern adults. A recent survey from the American Psychological Association found that 76 percent of adults felt stress from politics, race relations, violence, and inflation. Such stress has had an adverse effect on respondents’ health, contributing to episodes of headache, fatigue and depression, among other things. According to the nonprofit HelpGuide.org, adult play can help to alleviate stress, improve brain function, boost creativity, and strengthen relationships. Sharing laughter and fun with others can encourage empathy, build trust and foster intimacy with others. EL255835
Bureau County
526 Bureau Valley Pkwy. Princeton, IL 61356 815-872-5091
Putnam County Health Department Suite 102, 220 East High St Hennepin, IL 61327 (815) 872-2324
Marshall County Health Department 319 6th Street Lacon, IL 61540 (309) 246-8074
Promote health with these daily habits
Health should be a priority, but too often life gets in the way and individuals take a reactive, rather than proactive, approach to their personal well-being. But living healthier need not be so difficult. In fact, research suggests that small, positive changes in how a person lives each day creates a healthier person over time.
A Hologic-Gallup survey on the state of women’s health conducted in April 2024 found 63 percent of respondents said it was hard for them to make health a priority. They cited feeling overwhelmed, needing to care for others before themselves, emotional/mental health, and work as the top barriers to focusing on health. But it’s important that both women and men recognize that small changes can add up to big results. These healthy habits can help individuals start living healthier lifestyles.
• Get some exercise. Regular physical activity is one of the most important things a person can do fo his or her health. Exercise helps manage weight, reduces the risk of disease, strengthens bones and muscles, and improves brain health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says adults should aim for at least 150 minutes (30 minutes a day for five days) of moderate-intensity aerobic activity a week. A great place to begin is with a daily walk, which is a simple and effective habit that does
not require a lot of time and no equipment except a good pair of athletic shoes.
• Wear sunscreen every day. After washing your face each morning, apply a facial moisturizer with an SPF of at least 30, or blend equal parts of sunscreen and regular moisturizer, suggests Harvard Health. Use it on the face, neck, ears, and any thinning hair spots on the scalp. Skin cancer is the most common type of the disease worldwide, and wearing sunscreen can help many people avoid it.
• Spend time outdoors. It takes just a few minutes in the sun to raise vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is necessary for bone and heart health and helps to boost mood, says WebMD. Various studies indicate spending time in green spaces promotes calm and increases happiness.
• Plan your meals. Meal planning is not just a way
to manage food budgets. It’s also a great method to being more mindful of food choices and avoiding impulse buys or meals that may not be as healthy as they can be. Adding more plant-based foods to a diet is a good start. Such foods can reduce the risk of chronic conditions like high cholesterol and hypertension.
• Stay hydrated. Hydration supports good digestion, increases energy and may improve brain performance, states Harvard Health. Drink a glass of water each day upon waking up and with every meal. Older adults often do not feel thirst like they did when they were younger, so it is especially important for seniors to stay hydrated.
Healthy habits are more easily adopted when people begin small and make a daily commitment to their overall health. EL255836
ASSISTED LIVING
Greenfield Retirement Home
508 Park Ave East Princeton, IL 61356 815-872-2261
greenfieldhome.org
Liberty Village of Peru 1101 31st St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 224-2200
www.libertyvillageofperu.com
Stonecroft Village Retirement Community 1700 Burlington St. Mendota IL 61342 (815) 830-185 www.stonecroftvillage.com
AUDIOLOGISTS
Theos Audiology Solutions 2200 Marquette Rd., #115 Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-1100
14 N Monroe St., Unit B
Streator, IL 61364 (815) 863-8743
www.theosaudiology.com
Wallace Center for Hearing 4127 Progress Blvd. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-3201 www.wallacecenterforhearing.com
CABINETS
Maze Lumber 1100 Water St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-1742 www.mazelumber.com
CHIROPRACTORS
Farrell Chiropractic Clinic 682 E. Peru St. Princeton, IL 61356 815-875-4408
DEMENTIA CARE
Liberty Village of Peru 1101 31st St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 224-2200 libertyvillageofperu.com
DENTIST
Dr. William White 225 Gooding St. La Salle, IL 61301 (815) 224-1865
DERMATOLOGY
Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center 2011 Rock St Suite C Peru, IL 61354 (815) 410-4555 dermatologistskincancercenter.com
DOORS & WINDOWS
Maze Lumber 1100 Water St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-1742 www.mazelumber.com
Path to Wellness
MEDICAID, AND MOST INSURANCE ACCEPTED EXTENDED CARE SOBER LIVING
Safe, affordable recovery housing located in the same building as our counseling and outpatient services — eliminating the stress of transportation to treatment appointments.
• Separate housing for men and women
• Licensed mental health & addiction counselors on-site during business hours
• Supportive staff and peers available after hours
• Average length of stay: 3–9 months after achieving sobriety
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum 30 days substance-free
Comprehensive assessment to ensure our care is the right fit
Resident of LaSalle or surrounding counties
Commitment to a drug- and alcohol-free lifestyle
Willingness to engage in treatment and recovery activities
At Maitri, we believe recovery is not just about treatment — it’s about building a life of wellness, purpose, and connection.
FAMILY HEALTH
Bureau County Family Health
526 S. Bureau Valley Pkwy. Princeton, IL 61356 815-880-8596
FIREPLACES
Maze Lumber
1100 Water St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-1742
www.mazelumber.com
FLOORING
Maze Lumber 1100 Water St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-1742
www.mazelumber.com
FURNITURE
Meyers Furniture & Bedding 1901 N State Highway 251 Mendota, IL 61342 (815) 539-6263 www.meyersfurnitureandbedding.com
HEALTHY EATING
Sullivan’s Foods – Mendota 1102 Meriden St. Mendota, IL 61342 (815) 539-9341
HEARING
Theos Audiology Solutions 2200 Marquette Rd., #115 Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-1100
14 N Monroe St., Unit B Streator, IL 61364 (815) 863-8743
www.theosaudiology.com
Wallace Center for Hearing 4127 Progress Blvd. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-3201
www.wallacecenterforhearing.com
HOME CARE
At Home Care
2011 Rock St Suite B Peru, IL 61354 (815) 554-9030
www.illinoisvalleyhomecare.com
FAMILY MEDICINE
Davis Family Health 1201 Meriden St. Mendota IL 61342 (815) 538-1800
HOSPITALS
OSF Healthcare www.osfhealthcare.org
INDEPENDENT LIVING
Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living 1 Les Buzz Way Spring Valley, IL 61362 815-224-3126 ivcil.com
SHELTERED CARE
Liberty Village of Peru 1101 31st St.
Peru, IL 61354 (815) 224-2200
libertyvillageofperu.com
KITCHEN & BATH
Maze Lumber
1100 Water St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-1742
www.mazelumber.com
MENTAL HEALTH & COUNSELING SERVICES
Maitri Path to Wellness 710 Peoria St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 780-0690 maitripathtowellness.com
North Central Behavioral Health Systems
2960 Chartres St. LaSalle, IL 61301 (815) 224-1610 NCBHS.org
727 East Etna Road
Ottawa, IL 61350 (815) 434-4727
PHYSICAL REHABILITATION
Liberty Village of Peru 1101 31st St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 224-2200 libertyvillageofperu.com
PUBLIC HEALTH
Bureau, Putnam, Marshall County Health Departments Bureau County 526 Bureau Valley Pkwy. Princeton, IL 61356 815-872-5091
Putnam County Suite 102, 220 East High St Hennepin, IL 61327 (815) 872-2324
Marshall County 319 6th Street
Lacon, IL 61540 (309) 246-8074
SENIOR CARE
Goldwater Care
Princeton • 815-875-3347
Spring Valley • 815-664-4708
Marseilles • 815-795-5121
Toluca • 815-452-2367
goldwatercare.com
SENIOR LIVING
Liberty Village of Peru 1101 31st St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 224-2200 libertyvillageofperu.com
WINDOWS
Maze Lumber 1100 Water St. Peru, IL 61354 (815) 223-1742 www.mazelumber.com
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7 things to know about aphasia
The ability to communicate is easily taken for granted. However, effective communication skills do not necessarily last a lifetime, and many people may develop difficulties with understanding words, speaking, reading, or writing.
Aphasia is a language disorder caused by damage to the area of the brain that controls language expression. Johns Hopkins Medicine says that aphasia can occur at any age, but more often affects those over the age of 65. Many people are unfamiliar with aphasia, but it can be helpful to learn more about this condition. Here are seven things to know about aphasia, courtesy of Johns Hopkins and The National Aphasia Association.
1. Aphasia is caused by damage to the language-dominant side of the brain, which is usually the left side.
2. Stroke is one of the biggest contributors to the onset of aphasia. Other brain injuries, such as head trauma, brain tumors or infections in the brain, also may cause aphasia.
3. Aphasia may be mild or so severe it makes communication with an affected person nearly impossible.
4. The condition can affect mainly a
single aspect of language, such as the ability to name objects or complete sentences. More often, though, it affects multiple aspects of communication.
5. There are three main types of aphasia. Broca aphasia is sometimes called an expressive aphasia. People can communicate, but may eliminate words from their language, resulting in short, meaningful sentences. They usually
can understand some speech of others. Wernicke aphasia is sometimes called receptive aphasia. People with this type speak in long, confusing sentences with extra words. They usually have difficulty understanding others’ speech. Those with global aphasia have trouble with understanding and speaking.
6. Aphasia is more common than Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy. Despite this, many people have never heard of the condition.
7. Improvement of conditions for those experiencing aphasia may be slow-going. Some people may improve over a period of years and even decades. If symptoms last longer than two or three months after a stroke, a complete recovery is improbable. Speech-language therapy, use of computers or pictures to express oneself, and group therapy often are treatment options.
Aphasia can be frustrating and scary for a patient and their loved ones. Depending on which areas of the brain are affected, a treatment and therapy plan can be adapted to the person’s specific needs. TF256914
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How to take a pause from the daily grind
Stress affects just about everyone. The American Institute of Stress estimates 80 percent of adults in the United States experience stress on a regular basis. Worldwide, the World Health Organization reports that more than 75 percent of adults experience stress at some point in their lives.
Health woes, employment, politics, and negative news all can contribute to people feeling stressed. So can engaging in a daily routine that elicits the “Groundhog Day” effect, or when each day seems like a carbon copy of the one before. Finding ways to take a break from a daily routine can help individuals become happier and healthier.
THINK ABOUT A NEW JOB
If work obligations are eating into personal time and responsibilities are growing exponentially, it might be time to seek a new path that offers a better work-life balance.
FOCUS ON SELF-CARE
People need to dedicate time for activities that help them unwind, such as meditation, yoga, reading, or taking a walk outside. Just a few minutes of self-care each day can help. Individuals can incorporate some deep-breathing exercises into a lunch hour or use time after dinner to stroll the neighborhood with the dog or family to decompress.
MAKE TIME FOR HOBBIES
Individuals can treat hobbies and other interests just as they would personal or work
obligations. Add time for hobbies to your daily calendar and assign them the same significance as work-related tasks.
PRIORITIZE EXERCISE
The Mayo Clinic says exercise can alleviate stress and release endorphins, which can improve mood and reduce anxiety. Exercise also can clear the brain by helping a person focus on movements instead of worries. Make exercise a non-negotiable component of daily life. Taking the stairs, walking to work or school, parking further away from stores in parking lots, and doing little bursts of activity several times a day can ensure exercise becomes part of the routine.
UTILIZE PERSONAL AND SICK TIME
Many people are letting their vacation and other personal days go to waste. A 2023 survey released by the fintech lending firm Sorbet found that 62 percent of American workers with personal time off (PTO) did not use it all. Plus, 5.5 percent did not take any time off the previous year. Fears of falling behind and pressures to appear dedicated are driving these behaviors. According to the invoicing company Skynova, the average American takes 14 days off from work a year while Europeans take 24 days. Using all personal time is definitely a way to take a break from the daily grind.
It is important to take breaks from routine to recharge and enjoy a different outlook on life. EL255838
