Greg and Dan talk to Peggy Jacques of the Graceland Center and Dr. Leslie McKnight, Chief Strategy Officer at the Peoria City/County Health Department and Director of Community Health Policy and Planning, about the importance of bringing the older adult community back together. As they say, “We are better together.”

They discuss how loneliness has become a growing issue among older adults and explain the mission of the Graceland Center - a community resource dedicated to improving the well-being, connection, and quality of life for older adults. Peggy and Dr. McKnight emphasize how essential social connectedness is for mental, physical, and emotional health.

They also highlight a special upcoming event on Monday, November 17th at the Tri County Urban League from 1-4 PM, designed to help older adults reconnect through activities like public education sessions, physical activity, line dancing, and more.

For more information, visit www.gracelandcenter.com

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