The Peoria Woman - February 2006

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An Interview with Jeanne Williamson
A Lifelong Educator Guides Dunlap Schools Into a New Era
The Peoria Woman chats with the superintendent of the Dunlap School District about who influenced her career in education, how the classroom has changed in the past decade, what unique challenges the Dunlap School District will face in the next decade, and more.
Features
Publisher's Note
Acknowledge Those Who've Touched Your Life
There are people who enter our lives, however briefly, and change us forever. And if we’re that agent of change, most of the time we never know. This Valentine’s Day, take a moment to thank them.
Peoria Profile
Lisa Hartwig: OSF Arthritis Services
Exercise specialist Lisa Hartwig's desire to help restore health has culminated in her current mission: to help those suffering from fibromyalgia.
Lead Story
Charitable Giving: Making Your Money Count
Whether you’re making decisions about your company’s charitable dollars or your family’s contributions, it’s important to have some basic information about smart charitable giving.
Columns
Also in this Issue...
Heart Disease: It Could Happen To You
Most women you ask believe heart disease is a “man’s disease” and that women don’t need to be concerned.
Fall Prevention For Older Adults
For older adults, the effects of falls and the fear of falls are very real and can lead to reduced independence.
The Facts About Women and Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a progressive disease reducing the amount of normal tissue needed to strengthen bones.
The Helicopter Generation
Baby Boomers are the “Helicopter Generation”—they hover and are ready to rescue at a moment’s notice.