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s father time continues to lead us – or push us – into life’s next moments, do we sometimes take for granted the present moment? Do we treat this moment as what it really is…the most important moment of all?

No matter your mood, emotions, or the events of the day, can you look within to appreciate this moment? Or, is your mind usually focused on the future, hoping for something different, something better? Martha, an 82-year-old retired factory worker, was experiencing severe memory loss. But, even in the throes of dementia, her spirits could not be dampened. She’d laugh at the silliness of life and find the joy. Those around her, those who loved her, did not understand her reactions to things. Wasn’t she sad? Upset? What was there to be cheerful about? They were filled with frustration and helplessness, while Martha remained joyful! COREY SHENK, EDITOR IN CHIEF

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From Martha, we all can learn a valuable lesson: Seek joy, enjoy the good times, and savor the moment. When we’re caring for someone stricken with a degenerative disease – including Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia – it’s diﬃcult to see hardly any moment as “good.” My late grandmother lived with dementia for years, and I was plagued with a feeling of helplessness and saddened by my lack of control in the situation. I had no way of assisting her in ways that I thought would be most valuable.

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But, one day, I recognized that I was inviting these feelings of frustration into every interaction I had with my grandmother, and it aﬀected how supportive of her I was able to be. I intentionally shifted my focus, and I soon recognized the good moments, brought laughter and joy into our relationship when I could, and learned to let the rest go. In truth, those were the only things I really could control.

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Statistics show most of us have been touched by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia; so, we’ve made the topic our primary discussion in this issue of Aging Tree Illustrated. We’ve filled the pages with information for you to understand dementia better, and offer tools for coping with changes. Vickie Pleus helps us understand what the diseases are and what care options exist, while Cheree Albert, MSN, ARNP, CPNP gives us support for caregivers. We also find some great legal advice from Scott Selis, Esq. on recognizing the signs and knowing when to plan, while Kim Denoff discusses a program for Elder Assistance.

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Feature Article 8 | Alzheimer’s & Dementia: What are

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In this, the ﬁrst in a three-article series on Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, Aging Tree Illustrated is exploring the deﬁnitions of dementia, symptoms of the Alzheimer’s disease, stages of Alzheimer’s and more.

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Dementia-To Go the Distance: Put Your Oxygen Mask on First: LIVING WELL

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Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Part 1 of 3

Symptoms and Stages

ost of us know someone who’s living with dementia, or whose life has been aﬀected by Alzheimer’s disease. Few of us remain un-

touched by it. In fact, as many as 5 million Americans were living with Alzheimer’s in 2013. And, experts project that by 2050 as many as 14 million of us will be living with the progressive brain disease. In this, the ﬁrst in a three-article series on Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, Aging Tree Illustrated is exploring the deﬁnitions

of dementia, symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, stages of Alzheimer’s and more. In upcoming issues, we’ll examine how to cope with a diagnosis, how stroke as a risk factor for brain disease, as well as the latest medical ﬁndings, research and support systems in place to help families coping with dementia. Today, let’s start at the beginning.

What is dementia?

In general terms, dementia is a decline in mental ability that begins with memory loss, and gradually progresses enough to inhibit a person’s ability to engage in daily living activities. Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia, and accounts for upwards of 80 percent of dementia cases in seniors. However, other diseases are characterized by similar cognitive (brain) impairment, including Huntington’s disease and Lewy body dementia. Most dementias are progressive diseases, that is, they worsen over time. These include Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. Other illnesses and diseases are linked to dementia as well, and include Huntington’s disease, traumatic brain injury, Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, and Parkinson’s disease. Some dementia can be alleviated or reversed, such as dementias caused by infections and immune disorders, thyroid problems, nutritional deficiencies, side effects to medications, bleeding on the brain, poisoning, brain tumors, anoxia (lack of oxygen to tissues), and hydrocephalus (enlarged ventricles in the brain). In this series of articles, we’ll focus on dementia as a result of progressive diseases, with specific attention on Alzheimer’s.

Symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease and dementia have many more symptoms than age-related memory loss, as you may suspect. But if you’re worried about yourself or a loved

By Vickie Pleus one, consultant your healthcare professional sooner rather than later. Some symptoms of dementia are not related to disease, but if symptoms are related, early diagnosis is the best prescription for a most manageable journey ahead. Symptoms of Alzheimer’s and many progressive dementias can show themselves in memory, communication, motor activity, focus, judgment, visual perception, and the ability to plan events or organize ideas. Dementias damage brain cells enough to keep them from working properly. Different brain cells operate various areas of the brain. In Alzheimer’s patients, for example, the hippocampus of the brain is affected by the disease first. The hippocampus is the brain’s memory storage system and learning center. Medical professionals, notably neurologists, use several criteria to diagnose dementia. They may include examining the patient’s medical history and lab test results, and reviewing a patient’s changes in day-to-day functioning. Age is the best known risk factor for diagnosing many dementias, including Alzheimer’s disease. Most progressive dementias are suffered by older adults ages 60 and older. According to the Centers for Disease Control, as of age 65 a person’s risk for developing the disease doubles every five years.

Stages of Alzheimer’s disease

The Alzheimer’s Association states that though the symptoms of the disease can vary from person to person, its progression follows a relatively consistent pattern. • Stage 1 – In this stage, no impairment is experienced, nor are any symptoms presenting themselves. • Stage 2 – In this stage, a person may exhibit normal age-related memory loss or changes, or these may be early symptoms of Alzheimer’s. cont. pg 9

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• Stage 3- A person may be experiencing a moderate decline in an ability to remember, think, plan or organize, but it may not be diagnosed as Alzheimer’s yet. This is the stage in which friends and family start getting concerned or notice a change in their loved one’s ability to remember names, for example. • Stage 4 – In this stage, symptoms of Alzheimer’s are more noticeable and can be detected easily. These symptoms may include forgetting a very recent event, forgetting stories from the past, or becoming socially withdrawn. • Stage 5 – This is what the medical community recognizes as “moderate severe cognitive decline.” In this stage, persons with the disease may forget their address, the name of their high school, or other signiﬁcant facts about their life. A patient may not know where she is, or what day it is, and seemingly simple mathematical problems, like counting backwards from 30 by 3s, are diﬃcult. • Stage 6 – This is where personality changes usually take place. Memory continues to decline, and the loved one may have major changes in sleeping

One way to know whether concerning symptoms are signs of dementia is seeing them improve when the above conditions are addressed. Though some medications on the market today can alleviate some symptoms of progressive dementias, they promise only modest, short-term results. Other dementias (not progressive dementias) may be DeMarco reversible with proper medical treatment.

patterns. At this stage, a patient may need help remembering the details of personal care, such as ﬂushing the toi-

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let, and may begin to wander. • Stage 7 – Unable to respond to their environment, these patients also may not be able to engage in dialogue, or control their movements. Alzheimer’s disease, and all progressive dementias, are fatal; there are no known cures.

When are symptoms NOT indicative of dementia?

Memory loss not associated with dementia also is possible, of course, and these symptoms often can be alleviated with medical treatment. Depression, anxiety, a side-eﬀect of another medication, and vitamin deﬁciency are a few of the causes of memory loss.

Diagnosing dementia

There’s no singular, definitive test to diagnose progressive dementia, though medical professionals are typically able to diagnose it with great certainty through various examinations. Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed with specific criteria. Alzheimer’s makes its presence known when high levels of specific proteins inhibit cells of the hippocampus to communicate effectively with one another. Early detection of dementia can allow patients to get the best treatments possible during the disease’s progression, as well as allow family members and loved ones to make a plan for care in which the patient can be involved.

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How Alzheimer’s changes the brain

Essentially, Alzheimer’s disease kills nerve cells and creates tissue loss in the brain, shrinking the size of the brain and affecting all its areas. The size of the hippocampus is greatly affected by Alzheimer’s, and on a cellular level, brain tissue with the disease has significantly fewer nerve cells and connections (synapses) between them. In addition, plaques (protein) build up between the cells in abnormally shaped clusters when the disease is present. These plaques are formed from protein pieces called beta-amyloid. Tangles are present in brains afflicted with the disease, too. Tangles are twisted groupings of dead or dying nerve cells entangled with another protein.

Diagnosing Alzheimer’s through the eye

Dr. Thomas J. Lewis of RealHealth (Alzheimer’s) Clinics, Lake Mary, says eye examinations can be used to detect Alzheimer’s. With standard eye instruments, doctors can see Alzheimer’s developing before the patient exhibits even mild cognitive impairment, he says. Beta-amyloid associated with Alzheimer’s can be seen in the eye, as can a loss of brain cells. These protein pieces are not always associated

with Alzheimer’s, but often they are, says Dr. Lewis. Today, a simple yet sophisticated Alzheimer’s measuring tool is available that scans the eye for loss of nervous system tissue. “The eye provides a very simple and non-invasive way to measure beta-amyloid formation,” he says. “Patients who show these formations are very often dementia suﬀerers, and those who do not have symptoms of Alzheimer’s but show beta-amyloid in their eye, either have some other illness or have blood markers of disease indicating that they are predisposed to Alzheimer’s or another neurodegenerative disease.” (Check back for more about medications and research in our upcoming articles in this threepart series.)

How can we lessen our chances of acquiring dementia?

Just as with most diseases that aﬄict our bodies, cardiovascular health, diet, exercise and family history can inﬂuence our chances of acquiring dementia. • The proper and healthy workings of our circulatory system, including our heart, are imperative for brain health. Some studies suggest that the prevention of diseases and health conditions that damage blood vessels, such as stroke or

diabetes, can lessen the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. • A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, fish/ shellfish, healthy fats, and whole grains lend to heart health, and heart health is directly related to brain health. Some researchers are investigating the benefits of vitamins E and C in reducing the risk of dementia, too. • Through exercise, we increase the flow of blood (and thus oxygen) to the brain, helping it continue peak functioning. • Experts also underscore the importance of seniors to maintain social engagement and continue with brain-stimulating activities, too. *** Check back for the next issues of Aging Tree Illustrated, when we’ll examine how to cope with a dementia/Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis, and the effect of stroke as a risk for brain disease, as well as the latest medical findings, research and support systems in place to help families coping with dementia. Sources: Centers for Disease Control, Alzheimer’s Association, Mayo Clinic

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Caregiving Tips: Alzheimer’s/Dementia To Go the Distance: Put Your Oxygen Mask on First! LIVING WELL BRANCH

y heart just melts every time ers and an especially helpful resource to me I hear my name called by as I sought to understand what was hapthe sweet 93-year-old that pening in my grandmother, then later my By Cheree M. Albert MSN, has lived with us in our mother. Some pearls from this guide spoke ARNP, CPNP home these past 8 years. to sharing your concerns with the person Initially she walked nearly a mile every who has dementia for in the mildly to modON FIRST! If you have flown in an airplane day and helped me cut coupons from the erately impaired stage they can take part in take a minute to recall the flight attendant’s Sunday paper. managing their safety demonstration that occurs before Reading her challenge. Devisthe flight even takes off. “Put your oxygen Bible was the ing memory aids mask on first before attempting to assist daily norm for together, for exothers.” For me personally, this is a “Do as this former misample a picture I say, not as I do” sentence and a continual sionary to Libeboard of family challenge. This essential first step is so easria for 20 years. and friends to ily overlooked as you deal with the new inUpon arrival to help with name formation and behaviors your loved one is her room I wait recall. Use your sharing with you. The demands of the daily expectantly to common sense, seem to allow little time for much else. Your see a window imagination and personal need for support, sleep, exercise, into her mind creativity as they healthy meals and time just for you needs for this day. She are your best to be as non-negotiable as your loved one’s responds to my tools. Adaptaappointments and care needs. I cannot smile with a tion and flexistress this enough. A dear friend who cared beautiful one of bility are keys for her mother for many years suffered a her own and asks, “Are you Cheree?’’ to success. Maintain a sense of humor and heart attack due in part to all the stress. There are days when I am greeted by create opportunities to connect with a hug, Self-care is an integral part of our health name but these days are numbered. Often I gentle touch and compassionate presence. care. An online calendar that you or a trustam the “bath lady”. I have a toolbox of ideas There is pure and simple joy in these moed friend manage is an extremely helpful learned over the years to help tool. Your friend can manage those orient to time, place and perIf you have flown in an airplane take a not online. One example is Lotsa son. A whiteboard with the day, Helping Hands caring communiminute to recall the flight attendant’s safety month and year, a picture board ties that help restore health and baldemonstration that occurs before the flight with family members and their ance to caregivers’ lives by helping names and a simple itinerary of even takes off. “Put your oxygen mask on first to organize tasks during stressful the regular routine of the day. times. Members can schedule and before attempting to assist others.” Speaking in a calm, low pitched sign up to provide respite for the voice using simple words and caregiver including meals, rides to very short sentences will help. Introduce ments. The awareness of early onset Alzmedical appointments, and activities they yourself including the last meeting, for ex- heimer’s disease (less than 65 years) with enjoy. Members can communicate with one ample, “Good morning, it’s Cheree - I live a powerful message of love and hope is another through message boards, post perhere with you”. This is far more effective perhaps best described in the first person sonal blogs, share photos, and send well and less stressful for everyone than asking account of Thomas DeBaggio in Losing wishes. if a person with worsening cognition can My Mind: An Intimate Look at Life with Now, when someone asks “what can I do remember who you are. Be respectful and Alzheimer’s. In addition to understanding to help?” the answer is “please share your comfortable with the silence. We will talk behaviors and managing activities of dainame and email address”. Put your oxygen more about this in our June issue. ly living, care partners may be challenged mask on first and you will be equipped to Caregiving tips include taking the time with safety considerations in the form of go the distance with hope, peace and joy! to educate yourself about the process. There wandering and getting lost. A medic alert are a number of excellent resources avail- bracelet, door chimes and GPS tracking deable through Aging Tree to assist you with vice that is worn are options that will help Cheree M. Albert MSN, CRNP, CPNP this. I have found the Alzheimer’s Associa- to provide peace of mind. is the owner of Integrity Health Source tion (www.alz.org) to be a helpful online reIf you have been a care partner for LLC. You can contact Cheree by source. The 36-Hour Day: A Family Guide some time this brief discussion may reso- phone: 407-902-8945 or email cheree@ to Caring for People Who Have Alzheimer nate with you and your day. 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What are Your Options for Memory Care

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Communities that oﬀer secure memory care often oﬀer respite care, too. Short-term respite-care solutions can be lifesavers for caregivers who need a break for even a few days, or whose life circumstances dictate someone else care for their loved one for a limited time.

Secure Adult Day Care

Alternatively, to allow your loved one to experience social, yet secure, time away from home and his or her caregiver, consider researching a secure adult day care centers. Adult day care centers (often called “Adult Day Health Care” facilities), typically operate during daytime hours, Monday through Friday, and provide social activities and meals. Some adult day care centers also oﬀer secure settings that are necessary for dementia patients, and most employ medical staﬀ that can assist with clients’ daily living and support, including administering medication.

Staying Home: The Mother-In-Law Suite

Caring for your loved one or parent on your own property may be the perfect solution for you if you have the space and resources. Today’s families have more options than years ago, too. Loved ones with early Alzheimer’s or dementia may live in a family member’s home, of course, or

several hundred square feet that run oﬀ the main home’s utilities. A mother-in-law cottage or suite may not be ideal for your loved one if he or she requires ongoing supervision, assistance with medical needs, or is prone to wander. But, for many, it’s a solution worth exploring.

Home care

Keeping loved ones with dementia in the familiar surroundings at home can beneﬁt them in several ways. So, if in-home care is the best option for your situation, and professional/medical assistance is needed to accomplish the goal, be sure to research providers’ credentials thoroughly. You’ll want to ask about a provider’s training in dementia care, his or her experience with dementia patients, as well as the standard questions regarding medical training, availability, insurance/bonds, etc. Call Aging Tree at 866-320-8803 for more information on home care in your area. Caring for a dementia patient at home requires the surroundings be safe and secure for him or her, too. Security devices such as cameras, and alarms connected to exterior doors, wheelchairs and beds, for example, can alert caretakers to the patient’s move-

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ments. Safety devices on appliances and doors, among others, can keep wandering loved ones from finding themselves in hazardous situations, too. Medical device companies such as Colonial Medical offer a range of products that add peace of mind and make a home safer for loved ones who require more security. Locally, Colonial Medical can help you at Aging Tree, or you may call for assistance toll-free at 866-320-8803. In addition, contractors like Buckner Construction Inc. and Total Service Contracting, serving Central Florida, understand the home safety needs of the senior population. Contractors like these can help see your home through the eyes of a person with dementia, identify possible areas of danger, and make your home safer. The Alzheimer’s Association also offers some tips for changes in your home that will improve its safety, including: • Lock hazardous areas. • Place deadbolts either high or low on exterior doors to reduce the chance of your loved one watering out of the house. cont. pg 20 | 18 |

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• Remove locks in bathrooms or bedrooms so your loved one cannot get locked inside. • Keep walkways well lit. • Add extra lights to entries, doorways, stairways and between rooms. • Remove tripping hazards; clear ﬂoor space to encourage independence and social interactions.

Assisted living memory care

cialized programs that address the needs of the population, such as memory-enhancing activities. What do these kinds of programs look like? For example, The Willows memory care program at Bishop’s Glen (Daytona Beach), oﬀers 24-hour supervision by licensed nurses, a secured environment for wandering residents, memory-enhanced life-enrichment programs, and a higher staff-to-resident ratio than required in assisted living facilities. Grand Villa’s Memory Care Neighborhood (DeLand) has specially designed areas that engage residents in familiar situations, and provide opportunities for cognitive and physical exercise, while Clare Bridge Daily Path at Brookdale (Lake Mary) offers brain-stimulation games, walking programs, and daily life-skills activities.

Have a loved one or parent who needs memory care? You may have more options than you realize.

If your loved one is not yet ready for secure memory care or a nursing home, assisted living can be the bridge between living independently at home and a long-term care facility. Most often, assisted living communities oﬀer recreation, transportation and housekeeping and staﬀ, though 24hour medical teams and secure premises are not guaranteed. It’s important you request more information about how the assisted living community you’re researching addresses residents’ memory care needs.

Secure memory care

When you encounter a facility that offers “secure memory care” – also called special care units (SCU) – you should expect some specific features. These would include 24hour nursing care availability, staff with specialized dementia training, secure grounds and assistance for daily living tasks. These facilities also should offer spe-

Nursing home memory care

Often, memory care needs are met seamlessly within care already established in nursing-home settings. Memory care requires long-term attention, and nursing homes and rehabilitation centers are equipped to oﬀer consistent social activities, housekeeping services, assistance

with daily living tasks, and meal/dining programs, to name a few. Round-the-clock medical treatment is standard for nursing homes, as are nutrition services. John Knox Village’s Majestic Oaks’ (Orange City) is a skilled nursing center with memory-care staﬀ are trained to understand the emotional complexities of dementia and related diseases, and work with families to create environments to help residents thrive. “Validation areas” within Majestic Oaks help spark memories, positive emotions and facilitate independence. *** Helping a love one or parent experiencing dementia, Alzheimer’s disease or memory loss live life safely and with dignity and freedom are worthy, reachable goals. Connect with the organizations who care for this population every day, and ﬁnd the right solution for your loved one. Aging Tree can connect you with a variety of providers. Call Aging Tree to learn more at 866-320-8803.

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Seniors arrive at Aging Tree sign in and pick up their SunCards, (Courtesy of Aging Tree) Seniors depart for SunRail’s DeBary Station Seniors arrive at SunRail’s DeBary Station (Free parking available) SunRail train departs for the Winter Park Station The train arrives at SunRail’s Winter Park Station for activity and lunch (not included) Seniors depart on SunRail for the DeBary Station Seniors arrive at SunRail’s DeBary Station and return home Seniors depart on SunRail for the DeBary Station Seniors arrive at SunRail’s DeBary Station and return home

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Seniors arrive at Aging Tree sign in and pick up their SunCards (Courtesy of Aging Tree) Seniors depart for SunRail’s DeBary Station Seniors arrive at SunRail’s DeBary Station Free parking available SunRail train departs for the Church Street Station The train arrives at SunRail’s Church Street Station Tour of Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts begins and lunch (not included) Seniors depart on SunRail for the DeBary Station Seniors arrive at SunRail’s DeBary Station and return home

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Senior Resource Directory of Screened Businesses Dental Care: Implant Solutions Today Surgical Solutions Toni Valley - 386-837-1236

Elder Law: John B. Crowther, Atty. at Law John Crowther - 386-775-6179 Gary S. Wright Gary Wright - 386-753-0280

Adult Daycare Centers: Sender Retreat Ana Randolph 386-734-4442 Stay For the Day Ana Randolph 386-851-0691

Aids for Daily Living:

Meeks Law Firm Coren Meeks - 386-738-3900

Financial Services: Capital Choice Financial Group Jeff Allebach - 386-804-6171 Miller Senior Services Marge Miller - 386-479-0724

Captel Outreach Sandra Robertson - 407-443-9409

Nancy Estocin Professional Guardian 407-221-5379

Medical Alert (“Help” Button) Aging Tree - 866-320-8803

State Farm, Amanda Agnew Amanda Agnew 386-960-7878

Bracing: Colonial Medical Supplies Bill Backer - 386-774-2447

Chiropractic: Lechmaier Family Chiropractic Center Dr. Chris Lechmaier - 386-775-3600 Chi-Rho Family Wellness Chiropractic Diana Graves - 386-532-3003

Cleaning Professionals/ House Cleaning HomeWorks by Rosy Rosy Stott - 386-748-6308

Construction/ Home Modification: Buckner Construction, Inc. #CGC057271 Tony Buckner 386-804-9564 Lisa Buckner 386-804-1981 Total Service Contracting Steve Delacerda - 407-233-9500

Hearing Screenings and Accessories: Hearing Aids Direct Fred Gilliam, H.A.S - 386-561-9496 Hearing Healthcare Centers Lisa Jones, L.H.A.S - 386-837-4849

Home Care-Private Pay Companions: Aging Tree, LLC Aging Tree - 866-320-8803

Home Health Care Accepting Medicare & Insurance Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5830 Greystone Healthcare Management Tiffani Cook - 386-681-7253

Home Medical Equipment: Colonial Medical Supplies Bill Backer - 386-774-2447

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Hospice Care: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 1-800-404-1133 Halifax Health Hospice Michael Martinez - 386-627-5039 VITAS Hospice Shaunta Williams, BA 386-341-9065

Insurance-Health: Carol Brown CSA Carol Brown - 386-848-0543 Florida Health Care Plans Bissy Holden - 386-676-7110 Humana Meg Hutson - 386-663-1425 Christine MacDonald 386-479-4000 Independent Insurance Professionals Carl Thompson - 386-668-6203

Insurance-Long-Term: Capital Choice Financial Group Jeff Allebach - 386-804-6171 Independent Insurance Professionals Carl Thompson - 386-668-6203 State Farm, Amanda Agnew Contact Amanda Agnew 386-960-7878

Lab Work: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5155

Massage Therapy: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5160

Medical Imaging: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-7500

Medical Services: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5000 Mid Florida Cancer Center Jill Jordan - 386-774-1223

Medical Services Clinical Research: Covance Clinical Studies - 866-429-3700 Other Inquiries - 386-366-6400

Mental Health: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-7610

Mobile Home Communities: Hidden Valley Park Richard/Jeane Schuler 386-985-4543

Non-Profit Organizations: DeLand Lions Foundation Wendy Wilson - 386-738-1020 Division of The Blind Mary Grant - 386-254-3803 ElderSource 888-242-4464 Family Health Source DeLand - 386-738-2422 Deltona - 386-532-0515 Pierson - 386-749-9449 Mainstreet DeLand Association Wayne Carter - 386-738-0649 Volunteers For Community Impact Lydia Abraham - 386-334-7826

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Aging Tree business partners have committed to providing premium products and services. When contacting a trusted provider be sure to ask for Aging Tree Premium Services. Serving Flagler, Seminole and Volusia Counties. Pharmacies: Accardi Pharmacy Dr. Roger Accardi - 386-774-5800

Physical Therapy: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5160

Physicians - Acupuncture Debra Gaffney, Ph.D. Acupuncture Physician 386-734-4126

Physicians - Primary Care: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 1-866-328-6417

Post Mastectomy Services: Colonial Medical Supplies Bill Backer - 386-774-2447 Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5852

Pre-Arrangement Services: Lohman Funeral Home Terry Chandler - 386-860-5900 Tri-County Cremation & Funeral Home Michael Blickenstaff - 407-247-3076

Real-Estate Specialists: Century 21 Armstrong Team Realty Ray Armstrong - 386-789-2100 Gordin & Gordin Real Estate, LLC Wayne Gordin 386-405-6131 Total Realty Corp. Sandra Otto, SRES - 386-804-0639 Total Realty Corp. Terry Bailey, CRS, GRI 386-801-9300

Retirement CommunityAssisted Living: Alanson Acres Active Senior Living, LLC 866-320-8803 Alliance Community for Retirement Living Earl Mallory - 386-747-7688 Americare Assisted Living Inc. Waters Edge - 866-320-8803 Bella Senior Living - 866-320-8803

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Retirement CommunityContinuing Care: Alliance Community Earl Mallory - 386-747-7688 Florida Lutheran Retirement Community Brian Harman 386-736-5872

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Speech Therapy: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5160

Transportation ServicesNon-Medical/Public: Red Cab Monique Narr-Mevs - 386-748-4092 Votran Customer Service Department 386-761-7700 (Daytona Beach) 386-424-6800 (Southeast Volusia) 386-943-7033 (West Volusia)

Wound Care: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5547

Alliance Community Earl Mallory - 386-747-7688 Villa Grande on Saxon Barb Hilton - 386-774-1234

Relocation/Movers Services: Creating Divine Order Ann Hutchens - 407-699-5600 Wee Move Steve Osborne - 386-736-7181

Specialty Services: Jade Serenity Spa Margaret Crowther - 386-775-0860

Florida Lutheran Retirement Community Brian Harman 386-736-5872 Grand Villa of DeLand - 866-320-8803 Grand Villa of Ormond Beach 866-320-8803 Grace Manor Port Orange 866-320-8803 Monastery Oaks Jerry Cutrona - 386-456-0049 New Smyrna Beach Assisted Living 866-320-8803

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INSIDE ADVISOR

Legal Matters to Consider with Memory Loss: It’s always a difﬁcult situation: A client is living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, and I’m not able to provide essential services because he or she doesn’t understand the details of the document that needs to be signed. I won’t allow clients to sign any estate-planning documents, such as power of attorney, when they don’t understand all they entail. Even if they can physically sign them, sometimes it’s just too late. But when is it really, “too late” to get these documents in order, to plan? It’s a seemingly simple question, but a complicated answer. The progression of dementia usually follows a tell-tale pattern. It starts when clients notice their short-term memory is not what it used to be. They think, “It’s just part of getting older,” so they don’t tell their adult children. But, when the child visits the parent, they ﬁnd out that the parent’s short-term

Legal memory is much more affected than they were led to believe. Sometimes this memory loss presents itself as the parent asking the same question time and again within a few minutes. Maybe it becomes apparent when the unopened mail stacks up, or unexplainable cash withdrawals appear on the checking statement. Soon thereafter, the adult child gets nervous about these behaviors, and takes the parent to a lawyer to get a power of attorney. I hear stories like this weekly in my practice. However, a lawyer should not allow a client to sign documents when her or his mental capacity is so low that s/he is not able to understand what’s being signed. When that happens, I’m more concerned about determining whether I can provide services than determining what services I can provide. So, I investigate. Does the client have sufﬁcient mental capacity to understand the nature of what they will sign? The law sets out a test: 1. 2.

Does the client know who their family is? Does the client have the ability to understand the nature and value of assets? For example, can the client identify the difference between a house and cash, whether a typical home is more or less valuable than $100 cash, and whether they can use

By Scott A. Selis, Esq. an end table to pay for groceries at the supermarket? 3. Does the client have the ability to understand the nature of what they are being asked to sign? If they can’t answer “yes” to the above, it may be too late to plan. In my experience, clients with moderate dementia can answer these questions, unless their dementia is far advanced. If the lawyer you consult with doesn’t explore these three questions in a manner that shows that they are experienced, don’t hire her/him. Seek and experienced attorney whose practices are ethical and who takes into serious consideration the client’s health. You, and your loved ones, deserve such service.

Scott Selis is a lawyer at Chiumento Selis Dwyer in DeLand, Ormond, and Palm Coast. He is a member of the Joint Public Policy Task Force for the Elderly and is Co-Chair of the Florida Bar Elder Law Section’s Legislative Committee. Reach him at 386-868-KEEP(5337), ext. 22.

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INSIDE ADVISOR

Financial Assistance for Seniors Did you know that there are programs available here in Florida that can provide ﬁnancial assistance to seniors over 60 years of age? I am told by many of you that I meet, how important it is to you to maintain your sense of independence for as long as you desire. One great resource to help accomplish this is The Florida Department of Elder Affairs. They are a great resource that assists seniors in taking care of some basic needs. Many have difﬁculty paying electric bills, buying food and prescriptions, maintaining housing, having transportation to doctor appointments. The Elder Assistance program offers access to a Senior

Health Wise Farmers Market Nutrition Program and home-delivered meals. They will even help with providing food for your dog or cat. Housing assistance may be available for mortgage payments or property tax payments. Prescription medication assistance and savings is available through a free discount card. The card offers up to 40% savings on prescription medications. The great thing about it is that the card is free to use and there are no income requirements. Just remember that there are many of us in the community that care about our seniors and your well-being. There are agencies right here ready and willing to help. If you or your loved one needs assistance, contact Elder Assistance at 1-800-96-ELDER (1-800963-5337). They will provide you with information on these programs.

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The Aging Tree remains committed to assisting seniors in simplifying their lives and providing access to reliable information. Please email any comments or questions to kim@advancedimagingﬂ.com. Your question may very well show up here next month. Let’s all work together. Let us help you be Health Wise! Kim Denoff, Owner of Advanced Imaging and Administrator for Advanced Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Orange City. In the medical imaging business for 18 years, Kim has experienced healthcare from the perspective of patient, provider and spouse of a provider. Reach her at 386-774-7226 or visit advancedorthosportsmed.com

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Then we make our way onto the Historic Warm Springs, for a dose of Presidential History from the famed FDR as we tour the Little White House. • 5-day round trip bus trip to advertised Asheville is the highlight of our entire trip and we are staying directly destinations on the piéce de résistance property itself and living like a Vanderbilt. • Round trip transportation via deluxe Experience the holidays wreathed with the wonder of Biltmore. Where motor coach from Aging Tree. celebration a grand scale, with more 2pm than 40 17 FREEpresents Gallery Christmas Receptionon - “Voices of America” ............... • Round trip transportation from YOUR trees decorated, accented with miles of ribbon, garlands, and lights. The 29/30 Steel Magnolias Production................................................... 7:30pm requested location if you have 10+ from holiday spirit lives within the hallways and rooms of Biltmore House even $17/nm $19/at door your community join this trip. more soTickets: under $15/m cover of nighttime. During Candlelight Christmas Evenings, thousands of ornaments and over-the-top wreaths and garlands sparkle • 4 Nights, 5 days at 4+ star hotels with the reflections of candlelight and cozy fires in the home’s fireplaces. • Meals as stated ( B=Breakfast, 1/8 Steel Magnolias Production 2:30pm Despite the home’s enormous size, ................................................... sounds of choirs and musicians L=Lunch, D=Dinner) Tickets: $15/matmosphere. $17/nm $19/at door a 55-foot Norway spruce tree, create an intimate Outside, • Gratuities for tour guides and included Steel Magnolias ................................................... lit6/7 by 45,000 tiny white Production lights and surrounded by hundreds of7:30pm hand-lit excursions luminaries, welcomes guests $19/at for evening Tickets: $15/m $17/nm door tours. We will create memories Not Included: to14 last aOrlando lifetime!Big Band .......................................................................... 7:30pm • Bus Driver Gratuity 29 Free Gallery Student Photo Exhibit ......................................... 2:00pm Finally, we will stop at the beloved Holiday Festival of Lights in Charleston, • Insurance *highly recommended* South Carolina. Featuring an estimated two million shimmering lights For More Information Call 386-668-5553 or Visit ourmost website at gatewaycenterforthearts.org this is Charleston’s popular holiday event. More than four million people have toured the Holiday Festival of Lights, which is hosted by the Charleston County Park and Recreation James Island Start on Your Path ToCommission BetteratHealth County Park. NECK /BACK PAIN, HEADACHES, SCIATICA, AUTO ACCIDENTS, SPORTS INJURIES,

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ne of the biggest motivators in learning anything is ‘the need to know something’! If you want to do something that takes a speciﬁc tool, you look into that tool, ask a friend or even do some reading on its use. Realize that you don’t have to know the entire tool, just how to use it to accomplish what you want. That is the same way using a computers should be taught. You have a problem, this tool (the computer) can help with that problem so you learn how to use it to solve that problem. You come to understand that the tool may also solve many, many other problems, but you’re not really interested in that at this time, just solving the problem you have at hand. It’s that simple!!

Now let’s take a look at the way ‘One on One Training’ works. We sit down and go over what you are wanting to do, then WE walk through the steps together, slowly, explaining each step in plain English as we go and you are interacting with your computer, therefore, you are no longer just a ‘viewer’, you are a ‘participant’. If you get lost, we backtrack and make sure you understand what you are doing as well as what you have done. Then I ask you to explain

Taking computer classes is a great idea, but realize, you will be getting a lot of information you most likely you will never use. I also realize that there are very basic computer classes out there, but even those can be more than you need. You have one speciﬁc problem, you want help with that issue and that issue only.

Most seniors are well aware of what they want to do with a computer, the problem is that most ‘folks in the know’ use words (and terms) that are very confusing to the average user. You DON’T need to ‘connect all the dots’ to accomplish your goal, just the ones you need too. Do you really care what DHCP, CPU Clock speed and Free RAM is all about? How about the ‘Windows Home’ or ‘Windows Central’ key, do you know where they are and what they do? Then why do you need to learn all about them? Sure, would be nice to know (if your into that), but they may not be necessary for what you want to do. Let’s take a look at just how a simple problem is explained in ‘computer talk’; Some of the terms like; directory, attachment icon, zipped ﬁles and clouds are only explained if they need to be and explained in a way that makes sense to you. Most of the time, once you see what we are doing and hear those terms you’ll get the idea of what we are talking about and maybe even pick up a few more new words to add to your ‘techie vocabulary’!

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Strong Roots Spring is the Season of Fresh Starts and New Dreams GARDENING BRANCH

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April Fool’s Day International Fun at Work Day Sourdough Bread Day National Walk to Work Day - first Friday of month World Autism Day Peanut Butter and Jelly Day Reconciliation Day Ferret Day Tweed Day World Party Day Chocolate Mousse Day Hug a Newsman Day Vitamin C Day Walk Around Things Day Go for Broke Day Caramel Day National Tartan Day Plan Your Epitaph Day Caramel Popcorn Day World Health Day No Housework Day Beaver Day Zoo Lover’s Day Draw a Picture of a Bird Day Name Yourself Day Winston Churchill Day Golfer’s Day National Siblings Day Eight Track Tape Day - Remember those? Barbershop Quartet Day World Parkinson’s Disease Day Be Kind to Lawyers Day Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day Licorice Day Scrabble Day Thomas Jefferson Day Look up at the Sky Day - don’t you have anything better to do? National Pecan Day Reach as High as You Can Day Rubber Eraser Day Titanic Remembrance Day National Eggs Benedict Day National Librarian Day National Stress Awareness Day Bat Appreciation Day

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Recipe

IN THE KITCHEN

At Lane Financial

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Quick & Easy Chicken Florentine

bring your vision to reality by giving you By Tekla Thornton

a plan to achieve it

Turn a humble little chicken breast into a quick and easy version of an Italian favorite. One of my favorite go-to recipes for dinner guests or a family meal. Enjoy!

and a path to help you get there.

2 Tekla

a vision | a plan | a path

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 tbl. butter ¼ cup chopped onion 1 (10-oz.) box thawed and drained frozen chopped spinach ½ cup shredded swiss cheese 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg 1½ cups sliced mushrooms For sauce: 1 tbl. butter 2 tsp. lemon juice 1/2 cup chicken broth

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1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 1/4 cup white wine (cooking wine is ﬁne)

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DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place chicken breasts between wax paper and ﬂatten to 1/4 inch using a meat mallet. In saucepan, melt one tablespoon butter and saute onions. Add spinach, cheese and nutmeg, mixing well. Divide into halves and shape into mounds in small greased baking dish. Place chicken over spinach mixture, tucking ends under slightly. Bake for 20 minutes or until done. While chicken is baking, melt one tablespoon butter in sauce pan and saute mushrooms. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and stir until sauce reduces and slightly thickens, about six minutes. Serve over cooked chicken.

VARIATIONS:

-Canned mushrooms can be used instead of fresh -I prefer a little thicker sauce so I usually add one tablespoon of cornstarch to a quarter cup of water. I add this slowly to the sauce during the last minute of cooking, stopping when it reaches a thicker consistency.

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Industry Jobs: Nursing, Dietary, Activities, Rehab, Maintenance, and Administration Departments positions open at Orange City Nursing & Rehab Center Port Orange Nursing & Rehab Center Please visit these websites to view all of our current open positions and available employment opportunities within both facilities. These websites are updated daily for. EEO/AA Employer M/F/V/D https:// www.EmployFlorida.com http://www.FLjobconnections.com

Volunteer Opportunities: Looking for volunteers to patrol our streets, only 4 hours a week, we do house watches, traffic control. 18 years up. Please call Sonia Cortes the recruiter, at 386-473-2601 or pick up the application at the nearest sub-station (Sheriff Dept.)

The West Volusia Tourism Bureau is looking for volunteers to work a 4-hour shift in our Visitor Center at least once a week Monday-Friday. Friendly outgoing people with a good knowledge of the West Volusia region are encouraged to apply in person at 116 W. New York, DeLand or email info@visitwestvolusia.com 386-734-0162.

Wanted Items: CASH PAID Looking for Fishing Reels, Lures,Rods, Tackle, Duck Decoys, Fishing & Hunting Stuff of all kinds. Contact: Bob in DeLand 321220-8154 Records (45 & 33 1/3 rpm) Will pay $100.00 plus for Elvis Presley 45 and 78rpm on SUN label. Buying early 50-60s 45rpm doo-wop, rhythm & blues, etc. & jazz albums on Blue-

Note, Prestige and other labels. Contact: 386-956-2350 Toy Electric Trains. All kinds & sizes, but especially old Lionel, American-Flyer, etc. Also collect Slot-Cars, A Private Collector (not a Retail store) Contact: Clark 386-740-1293 . Buying Plastic Model Kits. Airplanes, cars and trucks. Old B&W photographs, sewing patterns, matchbooks, postcards and fishing lures. Contact: Ted 386-218-6213.

Used Medical Equipment: Enhanced Vision Merlin LCD CCTV, Model #MRVE19A-VA 19” screen, includes manual. Nearly new condition, $500/OBO. Pick up in S. DeLand or local delivery available. Contact: Susan 386-383-9156. Invacare Power Chair $750/OBO Hoyer Lift, Automatic Hospital Mattress, Bathroom Chair w/toilet bucket - Call for price, Small refrigerator Contact: Bob 386-860-3774 Misc. Medical Equip: Bedside commode, $10, Four-wheel walker, $30, XL Glider (similar to Nordic Track), $40, Hospital bed linens, free Contact: Al 386-218-5111 Perfect Condition Lift Chair. Rated for 400lbs and 6ft. Dark green. Used 6 weeks. Original cost $1000.00 asking $500.00 OBO. Contact: Linda or John at 386-574-2329. Power Chair (Jazzy Select) $500.00 Contact Madeleine: 386-7744999 The “Caddy”: 3 Wheeled Motorized Folding Scooter. Quick loading, transportable scooter with headlight, basket, (2) brand NEW batteries and charger. Front wheel drive, single motor with a high and low speed. Weight capacity: 220 lbs. Good condition: $600.00. Contact: Debbie 407-321-8736

weeks. Original cost $1000.00 asking $500.00 OBO. Contact: Linda or John at 386-574-2329. Pride Power Chair Jazzy Select Traveler Blue comes apart for travel 1,499.00 best reasonable offer. Contact: Bob 401-316-6346 Legend Pride Mobility Scooter 8miles hour, lights, directional signals Harmar Mobility Chair Lift, Extra’s include Cover, basket,& back pack for seat asking $1,995.00 originally $4,700.00 for both Contact: Dolores 386-2594184

Items For Sale: 2 Cemetery Lots, side by side, in the Veterans section of Glen Haven Memorial Park in Winter Park FL. Selling for $4995 each now, will sell both for $5000. This is for Veterans Only. Contact: Thora 407-474-0251 2 Cemetery Lots and Vaults side by side. Chapel Hills Garden, Dade City, FL ($4,580.00 Value) Asking $1500 Contact: Vickie 386-717-4369 Lower Level Crypt/Mausoleum in beautiful DeLand Memorial Gardens. Very desirable location. Section: 2 unit 7, Level:1, Valued @ $7800 Contact Nick $5300 Friends of Deltona Library Used Book Store Open daily with great bargains including large print, magazines, books on CDs, movie DVDs and books for the Grandkids 25-50 cents. Ask about free classes.386-624-8767 Misc Items: Samsung Tablet - Like New w/leather case $325, Original Oil Paintings Tropical Landscape - Cuban Painter from Bella Artes/ Havana from $150-$900, Two Otto-

mans-$20 Ea., Silk Plants W/Baskets-$10, Upscale Vintage Clothing & Jewelry, Living Room Rug 6 x 7; 3 drawer metal file cabinet, USA Commercial/Residential Flag 6’ X 10’ (no pole) $75.00 All or Part, Contact: Cira at 386-218-4615 Men’s bicycle 1974 Schwinn Varsity $100 - Excellent Condition Contact: Anthony at DeLand 386-7408808. Wheelchair Van. 2001 Ford Windstar 67Kmi. New transmission & fuel pump. Excellent condition. $12,500 or best offer. Contact: Patricia 386-383-5874 Couch & Matching Chair $450, 2 Upholstered rockers $150 ea., Bookcase height 75in width 30in $75, Formica kitchen table $75, Eureka vacuum $50, Contact: Julie, call for appointment at 386-279-0680 . YARD AND BAKE SALE --- 2075 Mercers Fernery Rd. DeLand/Glenwood, FL, Friday and Saturday, April 1st and 2nd. 8 am until 12 noon both days. Furniture, lots of misc. Fresh bake goods. All proceeds to fund the Mother of the Good Shepherd Monastery Buy and appraise old guitars, mandolins and amplifiers. I have served as an appraiser on the Antiques Extravaganza Roadshow in Volusia County. For a FREE appraisal or to sell your musical instrument, Contact: Jim at 386-673-9070. Portable Electric Typewriter w/Correction tape and case for $40.00, 2 Stacking Glass Tables $ 25.00 ea., located in Debary, Contact: Emily 386-668-8430 (10 am to 6 pm)

Misc Medical Equip. 2 power chairs, one heavy duty; hoyer lift with the lift canvases; 2 seated walkers, one extra large; large rolley shower chair; shower bench; large bedside commode; 2 oxygen concentrators; over the bed free standing trapeze Contact: Diana@386-518-5887 leave a message. Perfect Condition lift chair. Rated for 400lbs and 6ft. Dark green. Used 6

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Seniors on Sunrail Winter Park Daycation 3rd Wednesday of Each Month April 20 8:30AM see page 22

Educational Support DeLand Bakery/Natural Market Education - 386-736-7919 Call for Class Information Orange City Senior Center Wava Hall April Schedule of Events 386-775-3121 Free Wellness Wednesday Seminars by Cheree Albert, MSN, ARNP, CPNP - April 20 “Build a Better Brain at Any Age”-RSVP 866-320-8803 Computer Training for Seniors FREE Getting Started with Windows 10 Class at Aging Tree April 7 & 22, 10-11AM - RSVP 866-320-8803 FREE SEMINAR: Protecting Your Wealth from Health Care Cost in Retirement, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Apr 21 & 26 10 AM - 11:00 AM

Community Events THE ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC • MOZART’S THE MAGIC FLUTE • SYMPHONY STORYTIME: THE GREAT RACE! • LET’S FALL IN LOVE • DANCES OF STRAVINSKY & RAVEL • AN AMERICAN PALETTE Call for more info 407-770-0071 Check online for dates and times orlandophil.org

Health Screenings Monthly Health Screenings 2nd Tuesday of each month, Deltona Health Park, Conference Rm, 1745 Sterling Silver Blvd., Deltona, FL 32725–7 - 9:00 AM April 12 No Appointment Necessary

Available Testing: PSA(Prostate Screening(Blood Test) $21, Colon cancer screening kit $4 Cholesterol $7, *Glucose $7, Glucose & Cholesterol $12, Glucose & Glycohemoglobin (HgA1C) $20, Vitamin D $20, *Lipid Panel(Cardiac Risk Profile) $15 (Lipid Panel includes cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL and Risk Ratio) *12 hour fast required- water only Payment accepted in the form of Cash or Check only. For more information, please call 386-917-5155

Support Groups Located at Aging Tree Vitas Healthcare Memorial Service 3 - 4:00 PM April 4 Bereavement Support Group 3rd Tuesday of each month 2 – 3:00 PM April 19 Spanish Bereavement Support Group 2 – 3:00 PM April 13 Alzheimer’s Support Group 3rd Wed. of each month 11 AM - 12:00 PM April 20 Coffee and Conversation Last Wed. of each month 11 AM– 12:00 PM April 27

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