As people get older, they begin to have more free travel so they can try new things, go different places, and take on new challenges. We are grateful for all of our older volunteers in both Person & Granville Counties. Since the older adults in our communities are so important to us, we want to help them enjoy their later years in life. Therefore, we are hosting our annual Aging with Gusto Conference in Person County on Tuesday, August 30 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. We hope that everyone can join us to learn how to “Age My Way” with our workshops providing information about chair yoga, fall prevention, sleep disorders, retirement, vitamins & supplements, and a chance to do a craft. You can register online or pick up the registration brochure from our office. Pre-registration is required but is free.

Try the following recipe courtesy of the Illinois Extension or for more information, follow us on a variety of social media sites: Facebook, Instagram and YouTube @persongranvillefcs

Summer Chili – serves 8

¾ lb lean ground turkey

1 cup chopped onion

1 cup diced carrots

¾ cup chopped green bell pepper

2 garlic cloves, minced

3 ½ cups chopped fresh tomatoes

1 can (15oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

2 cups water

1 ½ Tbsp chili powder

¾ tsp dried oregano

2 cups diced yellow squash or zucchini

Cook turkey in pot over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and drain. Add onions, carrots, green bell pepper, and garlic. Cover and cook over low heat until onion is softened, about 8 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, beans, water, chili powder, and oregano. Cook uncovered until chili comes to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, about 20 minutes. Add squash and simmer, about 10 minutes longer.

Nutrition information: 190 calories, 7g fat, 130mg sodium, 17g protein, 4g fiber