December 2018 Legacy Choose to Thrive and Forgive by Aging Tree

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

From the Roots

or most of us, the holidays are a time for family celebrations filled with cheer and joy. For some, it is a reminder of personal loss and loneliness. It can be stressful for those who have mobile impairments that prevent them from traveling. Or a sadness because they don’t have the means to buy gifts for those they love. During this holiday season we are reminded again that this a time to give and to receive. What is the most precious gift of all? Our time. We can help spread our joy through the holidays to those in need. Or perhaps, as you are reading this, you might be feeling a bit down or depressed. Taking time to visit someone at a nursing home to bring cheer to them can have the same uplifting effect on you! Visiting veterans, who often feel forgotten, is incredibly rewarding at this and any time of year. The need for companionship and a good conversation is strong in every one of us. They will appreciate your visit and who knows, you might even make a friend. In Cheree Albert’s article in this issue, she discusses ways to cope with the holidays. One can check with local senior centers for support groups and many churches offer these to members and everyone as well. Balance is essential in life. Make the most of this holiday season by taking time out for yourself, to relieve any stress, for the time you spend with others will be filled with love and gratitude. Happy Holidays from your Legacy Editor and contributors! Make your days great…you’re in charge of them.

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Choose to Thrive and Forgive

14 Feature Article 10 | Legacy: Living Poetically,

Seasonal Work Can Empower

Life begins at 70.

“I don’t relate to being old. Do I feel like I am 92? No. If any age, I feel like I am 50 or 40 until I look in the mirror. FEATURES

7 | TRAVEL ADVENTURES: Aging

Tree Travel Adventures - A Taste of Scotland and Ireland

24 | HOW TO USE AGING TREE: How Aging Tree Helps Find Solutions For You

34 | HOLIDAY FUN: 10 Christmas Fun Facts

BRANCHES

6 | TRAVEL SMART: Best Travel Advice 14 | LIVING WELL BRANCH: Choose to

Thrive and Forgive this Holiday Season

18 | COMPUTER BRANCH: A Realistic Look Computer Training for Seniors

22 | MEMORY CARE: Preparing for Holiday Challenges

Travel Smart: Best Travel Advice!

26 | COMMUNITY BRANCH: Celebrate Caregivers: Quality of Care for People with Special Needs

32 | SOCIAL SECURITY: Inside

34 | RESPIRATORY BRANCH: Oxygen Prep for the Holidays

36 | CLASSIFIEDS: Used Medical

41 | HOMETOWN RECIPE: Cranberry Jellied Salad

Advisor - Seasonal Work Can Empower You Equipment For Sale, Items For Sale, Industry Jobs

37 | CALENDAR OF EVENTS: Activities & Support Groups Located Near You

EVERY MONTH

38 | MIND BENDERS: Crossword Puzzle, Sudoku & Cryptogram

4 | Letter From the Editor 17 | SENIORS ON SUNRAIL: The

42 | DECEMBER: Special, Wacky Days

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19 | PRODUCT BRANCH: The Most

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43 | Senior Resource Directory of Trusted Providers

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TRAVEL BRANCH

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Travel Smart: Best Travel Advice

o what are a few things that you can do to make your life a little easier when planning your travel?

Plan Ahead

Of course this is not going to help you this year, I know. But if yearly travel for the holidays is your thing, do not wait until the last minute. Dependent upon the type of travel you are planning and the time of year, start planning early. The following is a rule of thumb I use for Holiday Travel: • River Cruise — European Christmas Markets: Plan it at least 1 year in advance. The dates for 2020 are already dropping for many companies.

• Ocean Cruise — Plan it a year in advance! Insider Scoop: If the price goes down during October or January, for example, two highly targeted times for

the cruise industry to offer huge deals and promotions, you can often change your rate. Plan early and save big. • Tour — Plan your tour at least 6-8 months in advance, and make sure it’s a guaranteed departure. The tour companies also offer amazing deals in the month of January. • Hotels — Depends! If you’re going to New York City for New Year’s, plan

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By Amanda Vallone that trip a whole year in advance. Lock in the most amazing rate you can and book a refundable hotel, or purchase travel insurance that would cover you if you had to cancel. If you’re going to visit family in a smaller town, plan 4-5 months out. • Flights — For most domestic airline tickets, the sweet spot is generally anywhere from 6 weeks to 4 months out. But for holiday travel, start looking about 6-7 months in advance. If you can travel on a low cost carrier like Southwest, they put their schedules out 6 months in advance and have the best flexibility in terms of travel arrangements. When you find the sweet deal nab it. Just have an idea from looking what a “good price” is because the closer you get to the holidays, the steeper that price will rise.

Be Kind

I know, we all should be kind… but sometimes in stressful situations the wrong side of our attitude shows its rearing head. As a mom of a 4-year-old, I am constantly trying to teach her by example that kindness is everycont. pg 8

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FEATURE ARTICLE

LEGACY

Living Poetically: Life Begins at 70 Surrounded by a lifetime of memories, collectibles, antiques and her cats, Jeanette Strack-Zanghi, 92, having lived several lifetimes in one, is still in the process of creating her legacy. Jeanette gives a whole new mean-

three grandchildren, Cody, 30, Aaron, 17, and Ariel, 4, that she adores. She has a feeling that Ariel might be a writer one day. “What I love about Ariel is that she picks the most dour person in the room to make smile. Ariel loves to make everyone smile,” says a smiling Jeanette. In her youth, she had past careers of being a boutique owner, part restaurateur with her mother and sister, a job as a substitute teacher and finally an insurance agent. Retiring at the age of 65, it was not until she reached the golden age 70, that she moved to Cassadaga, FL and found spiritualism. That was a pivoting point in her life of when she really began to accept who she was a woman and her poetry and writing began to truly blossom. Is there more to her Jeanette holding two of her poetry books. legacy? “Yes, I do have ing to the word retirement. Born more writing I want to do. I have in Adirondack Mountains of N.Y. a romantic novel that needs pubState, “She has a beautiful family lishing and a “character” novel that supportive and loving that that needs work in order to pubincludes her husband, Don, Sister lish. I want to write a book called, Doris, three boys, especially Mick Pooky Cat’s and Poet’s Prayers”, and Whitney, the poetry club and says the accomplished author. all her friends. Most importantly, Currently she is the creator of a she shares that her cats are par- poetry group, which spans across amount in her life—her beloved the continents that has published Pooky, plus Shamby, Gita, and books under the name Golden Kiki. Her favorite cat, “Buster, in Pens. “At this point, I want to spirit, is still loved.” She also has see my poetry club writers reach DECEMBER 2018 | ONE-STOP Senior Care | Aging Tree.com • 866-320-8803

By Chris Jones fame and fortune. There are such talented people in this group that I am just aching for them to make it “big time.” Impeccably dressed at every event, Jeanette’s signature fashion style is eclectic, based on her many colorful moods, coupled with unique bold statement jewelry pieces that are sure to impress and is commonly found either sporting a stylish hat or a tiara. Even though she is a bit shy, her fashion undoubtedly reflects the opposite. It is no surprise that she was a fashion boutique owner. Although, upon meeting her for the first time, one may find her hiding under her hat at popular event. Make no mistake; Jeanette is keenly aware of the movements and motions of the people that whirl around her when she is in public. Her various friends of many ages and experiences give her the inspiration and material for her to narrate the joys, the sadness, the frustrations that many of us upon reading her poetry can relate to in everyday life. Frequently, Jeanette is with her husband Don, who is a spiritual minister, attending his lectures and workshops as her health allows. Inquiring about how she feels at her age she replies, “I don’t relate to being old. Do I feel like I am 92? No. If any age, I feel like I am 50 or 40 until I look in the mirror. cont. pg 12

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Ha, ha!” Although she finds the physical very challenging with COPD, heart surgeries, artery disease and a partial hip replacement that has left her with a limp, pain and a cane. She confesses that she would like to do more traveling, but fatigue and pain limits her.

is contagious. “I love sunsets, sunrises, books, clothes, antiques, furs, potato salad, my apple pie, the mountains and the beach, old buildings, paintings, writing, special cars, snow and Christmas.” Another favorite is when Don and she have a carefree day; they do lunch and take a drive by the ocean. Jeanette continually dares to challenge the status quo of retirement in Jeanette and her granddaughter expressing her Ariel. point of view both in fash- Amazon.com. You can also find ion and her many of her books for sale locally writing. Queen at the Cassadaga Book Store in 1933, I was about 7 years old. A touring photographer of poetry, a ti- Cassadaga, FL. came to the house with his goat and you paid for the tle that suits picture. Ah, good old days when bakery wagons and her well, has Have you considered what merchants came to you. a loyal poetry your legacy will be? Does your group that ad- family share a famous or mean“Yes, I would love to see Europe mires her courage to be herself. ingful legacy? Please share it with and yes, I want one more visit At 92, she is still active, inspiring us so we can enrich the lives of to my great Adirondack Moun- people of all ages and creating others with this gift. We believe tains of N.Y. State—where I was a legacy to be remembered and that our nation’s seniors are living born.” While glancing at her cat admired across the globe. legacies by calling 1-866-320-8803 With the new book, Golden or by e-mailing customerservice@ Kiki, she remarks,” I always observe people much worse off than Love, Jeanette has 11 books on agingtree.com. I am.” Her best advice to other young seniors? “Find goals. Think of somebody other than yourself. Even Sakowitz Eye Center is a multi-specialty eye center providing comprehensive medical and surgical eye care. if it is only a kind word or smile. Reading and writ• Cataract Surgery • Advanced Multifocal Implants • High Performance LASIK • Glaucoma Treatment & Surgery ing are great things to keep • Corneal Transplants • Retinal Laser Surgery • Macula Degeneration Treatment • Comprehensive Eye Examinations your mind stimulated. I live each day in gratitude to God". Armed with a bit of Eric A. Cohn, D.O., F.A.A.O. Sakowitz, M.D., F.A.A.O. Huberto Perez, M.D., F.A.A.O. Mathew George, M.D., F.A.A.O. Walter Moscoso, M.D., F.A.A.O. sassiness that she believes Howard J.Cataract Glaucoma Specialist Surgeon Cornea Specialist-Board Certified Glaucoma Specialist Retina Specialist Board Certifi ed Board Certifi ed Se Habla Español Board Certified Board Certified every woman should have, Se Habla Español Medicare, Florida Health Care Jeanette has beautiful glow “Leaders of Quality Eye Care” and most insurances accepted. about her and a laugh that Orange City Office - 2850 Wellness Ave. Sanford Office - 313 N. Mangoustine Ave.

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LIVING WELL BRANCH

Another Reason to Celebrate

Choose to Thrive and Forgive this Holiday Season

ome minor surgery before Thanksgiving required more rest than I am accustomed to. With great intentions to catch up on a few projects, I quickly figured out that it was not going to be possible. I took this opportunity to watch a few… OK, more than a few Hallmark Channel Holiday movies. It is certainly true that our brains continually desire to “complete the story” and I was blissfully drawn into how each movie eventually completes the story with a happy ending. Just what the doctor ordered to keep my mind off the pain in my foot. If only life were like these movies! To see the challenges and adversity met with choices for resilience and positivity by the actors and actresses I was reminded of the real-life cast of characters I am honored to know and love in my family, friends and clients. For so many the struggle is very real this holiday season. I am honored to walk with several who have experienced great loss of personal health, finances or even a loved one. A change in the dynamics of relationships can also feel devastating. The realities perceived or actual, for these individuals could not be any further from the movies. They noted that oth-

ers appear to feel awkward, not knowing what to do and say under the circumstances. Daily life as they had known it is changed, for example, with a cancer diagnosis. The process of grieving the prior state of health is ongoing. My dear friend shared that you “need to grieve all that you went

through and be mindful that it is a process”. My aunt also shared her thoughts about this when she said, “I am aware of the things I can’t do anymore but I am focusing on the things that I still can do”. What do you envision the holidays looking like this year? What would be ideal for you? Information about what is possible can be learned by asking these questions, shared with me by my dear friend who recently completed chemotherapy and a bilateral mastectomy prior to Thanksgiving. If you are the one who is struggling with health or even finances, it will be important to identify how

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By Cheree M. Albert MSN, ARNP, CPNP to spend your energy and other resources then communicate this. Reframing expectations can happen with simply good communication, as well as being comfortable with asking for and receiving help. Asking open ended questions, such as, What can I do to help you? instead of Do you need help with…? will yield more valuable information than a yes/no answer. Fatigue is a key part of many illnesses, especially cancer or heart conditions and being realistic with energy levels will be important. Scheduling downtime for rest and relaxation is essential long after the chemotherapy and surgery is complete. The result may be to unapologetically participate in fewer activities this year. Avoid the pressure of feeling the need to make the holidays perfect. I encourage my clients to feel good about these decisions for excellent self-care and recovery with a focus on the new normal. Important family traditions can be adapted to celebrate in a different way, perhaps allowing others to step in, learn and become comfortable with the new normal. | 14 |

Use healthy living strategies to be well and stay well. This includes staying well hydrated and eating lots of fruits and vegetables. Nourishing the body remains a priority even in the midst of all those wonderful family treats and traditions. This doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a bit of the sweets, treat and other temptations though moderation is key for us all to support a healthy immune system. If you are feeling ill, avoid increasing the risk of illness for someone with health issues, especially a compromised immune system. Protecting and guarding your sleep and rest may present a greater challenge, though even more essential now to being well, continuing to heal and managing stress. Give yourself permission to feel and express your emotions. During the holiday season with increased contact with friends

and family there can be increased pressure to act “cheery” and hide any distress. Holidays are not a vacation from the real-life struggles. They are often a time of reflection and grief. Sharing your thoughts or “speaking your mind” can be a good thing and it is no surprise that the emotions of the season are often amplified. These can includes feeling of peace, blessing and gratitude as well as frustration, hurt and anger. This is to be expected as we do live in relationship with others. In those relationships there will be hurt, and when we are hurt anger can follow. Words are extremely powerful and have been described as a ‘double edged sword”, which can be both a word picture and a painful reality. Anger, for example, has been described as grasping a hot coal to strike at another when you are the one who is burned.

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tial response - the increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, change of kidney function, release of fat into the blood stream and increased cholesterol in your bloodstream- that is the problem. The problem comes when these systems are turned on for prolonged periods of time…that is when your health is at risk”.

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Why even talk about anger in a holiday article? I felt a heart tug to include this conversation because amidst all the suffering that hurt and anger can impose there is great opportunity for healing and forgiveness. We may or may not have the opportunity to avoid hurt completely, but we do have the opportunity, as we gather together during the holidays, to begin the process of forgiveness. Forgiveness is a process, explains Dr. Tibbits, that includes how the memory of painful things done and said are handled; how negative emotions are overcome and how freedom from a hurtful past is required to achieve the desired future. The belief that life should be fair also can cause heartache and anger which makes forgiveness so hard. Why? Because even if we think life should be fair, it often isn’t according to Dr. Tibbits. It was Lao Tzu who said that a journey of 1000 miles begins with one step. The first step to-

ward forgiveness is to choose to forgive. As Dr. Tibbits notes, “Choose to forgive – even when you don’t feel like doing so; even when the other does not deserve to be forgiven and even when the other has not asked for forgiveness. Forgiveness does not depend on what the other person may or may not do; forgiveness is our choice.” For some this may be new information or possibly very odd and unfamiliar territory. In conversations with my clients I find that there are quite a few myths surrounding forgiveness. Dr. Tibbits explains that to truly tap into the power of forgiveness requires accepting that failures do not necessarily make a bad person. Clarification of these myths is essential and more information about this is included in the Forgive to Live Workbook, for example: • Forgiveness is not forgetting, it is remembering in a different way. • When I forgive someone, I let myself off the hook. The offending person is still responsible for what he or she did. • While some things are harder to forgive, if I cannot forgive an offense I cannot be healed. • While forgiveness is fine, trust must be earned. While forgiveness makes trust possible, the other person must show that he or she is trustworthy by the changes made in his or her life. • Forgiveness never makes a wrong right. If someone does something wrong, it is wrong, whether it is forgiven or not. • Forgiveness doesn’t balance the scales of justice…or suspend the law of cause and

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effect for the other person; it simply reduces the effect the event will have on our life. • Forgiveness is a sign of strength…means that you’ll no longer allow the other person to control your life. • I need to forgive for my own healing, regardless of who did what. • Forgiveness is a choice and we can choose to forgive. • Forgiveness is a process…We may need to forgive something many times in our minds before it is truly forgiven. • Experiencing God’s forgiveness could place us in a position to offer this to others, but anyone can learn and practice forgiveness. Yes, if life were like the Hallmark Channel movies, but it is not, it is much better! The struggles and challenges this life has to offer are no match for the strength, resilience, kindness and determination of the human spirit. I see evidence of this fact every day. We have merely scratched the surface of this topic. Tapping into the power of this, including beginning the process of forgiveness is not easy, but the results provide hope. Navigating this process can require the help of a trusted friend or family member. It may even require something more and there are counselors who can partner with you. Coping with the holidays and managing the stressors it can bring is built on a foundation of honest, authentic and respectful communication together with a heartfelt desire to find the hope, joy and peace available to us all. Take that first step and choose to thrive. | 16 |

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As seniors we have we want to have the best tools available to make our lives as simple and easy as possible. One of the best tools we have at our disposal is our computers and using them are not as complex as you may think. The key to being a good productive learner is to have someone show you what you want to accomplish then have you repeat the same action while they are right next to you. This type of instruction is called, One on One Training. This type of training is the most successful way to learning the computer. Another key is to have a specific list of what you want to learn. A broad, general statement like, ‘I want to learn Windows 10’, will not be addressed in one or two sessions, it can take months and even years to accomplish that. So, setting a realistic goal will be more rewarding for you and your instructor. For example, you might ask, ‘how do I order my grocery’s online?’ or ‘how do I get pictures in my emails’? Those are the type of questions that outline a specific skill you want to learn.

The second type of training is ‘Classroom Training’ just like you had in school. This type can be very dangerous for seniors as the ‘mix’ of computer experience in

a class varies greatly. You might attend 4 or 5 sessions before the subject you wanted knowledge about is addressed, and if a majority of students are familiar with that subject, the instructor might not address it fully. This type of learning has varying degrees of success. If you know you learn better in that type of environment, this might be for you. And finally, you might feel more comfortable with a type of training delivered via CD, DVD,

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By Christopher Theodore Training Manual or even online. As I see it, this is a very risky type of training. You have no one to help you understand what you have just learned as well as the chance for a live person to guide you through course. However, it can be delivered at your own pace and in your own home as well. In conclusion, for seniors, One on One training is by far your best choice. It may be a bit more costly than the others, but you will gain a much deeper and ‘useable’ skill set than the others. For more information about Computer Training or to have Onon-One Windows 10 Computer Training Contact Aging Tree at 866-320-8803 and schedule your training today.

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In the 1980s and ‘90s, VITAS Created Protocols for HIV/AIDS Care Before AIDS was an oﬃcially recognized disease, before HIV was identified as the virus that caused it, and before any healthcare professional understood how HIV/AIDS spread from person to person, VITAS nurses and doctors in the early 1980s and 1990s were on the front line of care for patients who exhibited a variety of unexplained, unpredictable and invariably fatal symptoms. During VITAS’ 40th anniversary year and with World AIDS Day commemorated on December 1, VITAS reflects on the early days of the AIDS crisis. Because the AIDS/HIV crisis and the American hospice movement evolved in the same decade, VITAS played a key role in HIV/AIDS care by:

• Developing national standards for HIV/AIDS care, supported by nurses, physicians, medical directors and clinical staff who documented processes and protocols for symptom and pain management, hospice eligibility, medications and other topics from the field. • Providing care where it was needed, including hospitals, nursing homes, medical clinics, jails, prisons, private homes, even visiting patients who were living under bridges, on the streets or in cars. • Understanding the gay culture by hiring LGBTQ staff who understood the gay community and became involved

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By Shanda Milton, Senior General Manager for VITAS® Healthcare in supportive organizations and movements. • Addressing the stigma attached to AIDS/HIV, with VITAS team members often serving as quasi-family members for many of their patients, especially those who had been rejected by their families. Find out how VITAS cares for HIV/AIDS patients and their families today at VITAS.com. For more information about hospice or end-of-life care options, call VITAS Healthcare at 866.759.6695.

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he holiday season can be an enjoyable time with family and friends, but the busyness of the season can present challenges. Having loved ones with dementia during this busy time of year can be stressful.

The appropriate activity for each person will depend on their current stage of dementia and their individual abilities. Because no two people are alike it is important to understand about the individualized door of understanding. Until the key is found,

The extra physical and emotional stimulation may create problems with their ability to participate appropriately in a social setting. It would be beneficial for those caring for their loved ones with dementia to evaluate their own feelings about the possibility of behavioral challenges. This will prepare caregivers to be proactive and possibly prevent some unwanted situations. Just because a person has dementia does not mean he or she cannot participate in activities.

you will not be open to their understanding. Finding the key to the door of understanding is important and vital to behavior management. Finding the key is also an ongoing educational tool for the caregiver. When you use the individualized key, the person with dementia will experience less anxiety during activities. This in turn will allow for less stress on the caregiver. Our goal should be to get their attention, then gain their cooperation. You may notice the person

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having diﬃculty participating in conversations. There are some techniques that may help during these times. Continue to include them in conversations and don’t correct them in a social setting. It may be helpful to assist them to fill in the gaps, but also give them enough time to try on their own. Be a good listener and take notice of clues that a response is necessary to continue the conversation. Because they may not be able to come to your understanding, you will have to go to theirs. Sometimes this takes a good imagination or at least a few “come back” comments ready to prevent that uncomfortable silence. The holidays usually include parties or a get together with friends or family members. There may be some family members who haven’t visited since the last year’s holiday. An introduction of the guests such as, “you remember...and give the name and relationship. This may put your loved one at ease since they may not recognize them at all. The response that usually never works out is, “Do you know who this is?”. This puts the person in an uncomfortable position. Since they may not recognize them right away it would be better if you used the suggestion above which gives them at least a chance to remember or at least seem like they do. It is a good idea if | 22 |

you put yourself in their place. How would you feel as you are searching your mind for a name to match the person standing in front of you? People watching and waiting while you are drawing a blank. This doesn’t have to happen. If the person’s family member and friends would be more sensitive to the feelings of the loved one with dementia and even look ahead for some of the pit falls, uncomfortable situations could be avoided. You also can prevent them from feeling embarrassed by intervening before it gets to that point. One of the most important communication tools of memory care is to be a D.E.A.R., Distract,

Encourage, Aﬃrm, and Redirect. Each one is important for ef-

fective communication and cooperation. Distraction can prevent them from having to deal with an uncomfortable situation. You simply move their attention to another area. Encouragement is not only helpful, but necessary. It’s like gas in your car...It won’t run without the fuel. Encouragement can fuel the person by lifting them out of their mood, situation, or just a diﬃcult time. Aﬃrmation is answering in a positive way. This provides emotional support and encouragement. Those with dementia are often not sure of themselves so encouragement goes a long way in helping them feel more secure. Redirection should be done in a manner that does not cause the person to feel insecure. It is important for the

loved one with dementia to feel as normal and comfortable as possible in a social setting. Just because they have a problem with their memory doesn’t mean they are less intelligent. They are still an adult with real feelings and those feeling can be injured if assistance is not handled in the right way. Let the holidays be enjoyable for all. Remember, now you are making your own memories.

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Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting Saturday, December 1, 2018, 4pm-6pm Shores Pavilion - 3048 South Atlantic Ave., Daytona Beach Shores, FL 32118 This year’s theme is Christmas Around the World. Come listen to marching bands, see a few ﬁretrucks, various ﬂoats and other entries. The parade route begins at Crabby Joe’s Restaurant and heads north on S. Atlantic Avenue to the Public Safety Department.

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70th Annual DeLand Christmas Parade Downtown DeLand Historic District Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 5:30 PM Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 8th Sanborn Activity & Event Center, 9am-11am Tickets Sell Out FAST. Tickets go on sale Friday November 9th at 8:30 am at the Sanborn Center. $5.00 CASH ONLY. silvas@deland.org (386) 626-7315 Mistletoe & Music Live Music, Food Trucks, Hot Chocolate Free Holiday Concert by The Landsharks A City of DeLand Parks & Recreation Event Saturday, December 8th, 5pm to 8pm Earl Brown Park, 750 S Alabama Ave, DeLand, FL 32724 silvas@deland.org (386) 626-7315 2nd Annual Cookies & Crafts with Santa Sun, December 9, 2018, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM The Table Restaurant, 100 East New York Ave, DeLand, FL 32724 This is an intimate afternoon where your child will be able to mingle with Santa at his or her leisure, make crafts and have a professional photograph taken by Ronda Wollard {available for digital download following the event}.

City of Lake Helen’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Tuesday, December 4th, 2018, 7pm @ Blake Park 437 S Lakeview Drive, Lake Helen, FL 32744 Enjoy Christmas carols sung by the students of Ivy Hawn Charter School, Volusia Pines Elementary School and our local Boys & Girls Club. Popcorn and Apple Cider provided by the Crafty Ladies as well as arrival of Special Guest - Santa Claus. The event is free! For more information contact City Hall at 386-228-212

Orange City’s Christmas Village and Parade Saturday, December 8, 2018 11am-5pm Parade @ 5pm Christmas Village Craft Fair Saturday, December 8, 2018 Dickinson Park, 11am-5:30pm Photos with Santa Saturday, December 8, 2018 Dickinson Park Gazebo, 2pm-4pm 386-775-5410 Breakfast with Santa Saturday, December 8, 2018 Applebee’s, 2559 Enterprise Rd, Orange City, FL 8am-10am Welcoming Hearts is having a Applebee's Flapjack FundraiserCome out and enjoy a pancake breakfast and get your picture taken with Santa and tell him your Christmas wishes! For more information contact Chasity Hanners at welcominghearts@gmail.comor 386-742-9916

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30th Anniversary Annual Holiday Tour of Homes Sat, December 1, 2018, 3:00 PM-9:00 PM Sanford Historic District Neighborhood/Historic Downtown Sanford Historic Sanford Welcome Center 230 E. 1st Street, Sanford, FL 32771 Join us as we showcase Sanford’s historic charm this holiday season. The self-guided walking tour, which serves as one of the ﬁrst events on the area’s annual holiday calendar. City of Sanford Parade of Lights Sat, December 8th, 2018, 6pm-8pm Downtown Sanford, 1st Street, Sanford, Florida

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32771 Come out and enjoy the evening as we light up downtown Sanford with our annual illuminated Christmas Parade! Fun for the whole family. Sanford Parks & Recreation Department 407688-5120 (Option 6) Jingle Jam 2018 Presented by Wayne Densch Events Saturday, December 15th, 2018 Historic Downtown Sanford, (The Famous L – Celery City to West End and up Sanford Ave), 4pm-10pm Come Celebrate the holidays with us at this FREE to the Public Holiday Event covering several streets in Historic Downtown Sanford. Festivities include LIVE MUSIC on 3 Stages, Holiday Vendors, Carnival Games, A Magic Show, Pictures with Santa, 15+ Gourmet Food Trucks, LIVE Wrestling Acts & much more! This is a Family and Pet-friendly event! Honeypot will be performing, along with plenty of others.

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Tree Lighting Ceremony Presented by the Parks & Recreation Dept. Saturday, December 1st, City Center Park 6:00pm-8:00pm The Parks & Recreation Department inaugurated the City's ﬁrst tree lighting ceremony in December 2011. The Tree Lighting Ceremony has become a treasured family memory, pulling the entire community together to celebrate holidays in our City. Starlight Holiday Parade Saturday, December 8th Central Park in Town Center 975 Central Ave., Palm Coast, FL 32164 7pm-9pm (Parade entry is free)

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The 28th Annual Home for the Holidays Nighttime Parade Saturday, December 8th Ormond Beach, FL 32174, 6:30pm-9:30am Bands, Outstanding performances, Music, Festive Floats, Santa & Mrs. Claus www.ormondbeach.org Parade Hotline 386-676-3241 City Hall Tree Lighting Presented by Ormond Main Street Saturday, December 8th, 6:00pm (Before Parade) www.ormondbeach.org

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Breakfast with Santa Presented by, The City of Ormond Beach Department of Leisurely Services Saturday, December 19th , 2018, 8am-11am The Casements, 25 Riverside Drive Reservations Required $5.00 per Ticket Cookie Decorating, Make & Take an Ornament, Storytelling & Lots More Holiday Fun!

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PORT ORANGE Christmas in the Park Saturday, December 1st City Center Park, 6:00pm-8:00pm Annual Christmas Concert, Ofﬁcial lighting of City Center, Carriage and Hayrides, Visit from Santa The 41st Annual Port Orange Holiday Parade Sunday, December 2nd, 2:00pm Dunlawton Ave, Port Orange, FL 32129 386-506-5851 The parade will consist of bands and ﬂoats centered around this year’s theme - “Christmas Movies.” The route starts at Jackson Street and will run east on Dunlawton Avenue to Spruce Creek Road. Please note, BOTH westbound and eastbound Dunlawton Avenue will be closed beginning at 1 p.m. from Nova Road to Powers Avenue.

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New Year’s Bingo Friday, December 28th Orange City Lions Club, 200 West Graves Ave, Orange City, FL 32763 Our annual New Year's Bingo will be. In the past, we charged the same prices but doubled the prizes. This year we are changing $5 more per package so your $20 pack is $25, $30 is $35, and so on. We are also changing the prizes. In honor of 2019, we will have nineteen (19) $250 jackpots. All other games are $100. We have already started putting money in the "New Year's" jar when 19 is called for the extra game the night. Reservations will start in November. DAYTONA BEACH Daytona Beach Bingo 284 N Nova Rd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114 386-257-2881 www.daytonabeachbingo.org We are open 6 Nights a Week. Doors open @ 3pm and on Sundays @ 2pm. Closed Wednesday. DELAND ST. Peter Catholic Church 359 W. New York Ave, DeLand, 32720 386-822-6000 Join us in the St. Peter Catholic Church Bosco Activity Center for BINGO! 18+ years old only. ONCE a month on Saturdays. Jan 19th, Feb. 16th. 2019. Call for more 2019 dates. Doors open at 5 p.m. Early Bird at 5:30 p.m. Regular games at 6 p.m. Food and drinks available for purchase. No smoking or vaping inside the facility. Designated smoking areas will be outside. *Early Bird $2 each or 3 for $5 *9 card package - $15 *18 card package - $25 *27 card package - $35 *36 card package - $40 BINGO in the Taproom with Tom 111 W Georgia Ave, DeLand, FL 32720 386-873-7350 Join us in the taproom Tuesday nights for Bingo and Prizes. Free to play!

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Social Security

INSIDE ADVISOR

Seasonal Work Can Empower You Soon after school begins in the fall, many businesses begin advertising for seasonal workers. It’s a good way for people to make some extra income during the busy holiday season or ease back into working. The diversity of jobs appeals to many people. Each year, companies also hire for seasonal workfrom-home positions. These jobs include: customer service, sales, tech support, call center representatives, healthcare support, order taking/review, and more. Seasonal positions may help bridge employment gaps on your resume. They show proven experience and that you are ready, willing, and able to succeed. They also can help you to develop new or strengthen existing skills through training. If you receive Social Security disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), special rules make it possible for people to work and still receive monthly payments. If you want to try working again, seasonal work may help you ease back into the work force. Read Working While Disabled at www.socialsecurity. gov/pubs/EN-05-10095.pdf or visit our Ticket to Work website

at https://choosework.ssa.gov for more information. Keep in mind that you must report all earnings, including your seasonal earnings, to Social Security; however, they also count toward your future benefits. You earn Social Security credits when you work in a job and pay Social

Security taxes. We use your total yearly earnings to figure your Social Security credits. You can learn more at www.socialsecurity.gov/ pubs/EN-05-10072.pdf. You can also get Social Security retirement or survivors benefits and work at the same time. But if you’re younger than full retirement age and earn more

By Harry Martinez Social Security Manager in DeLand, FL than certain amounts, your benefits will be reduced, although not dollar for dollar. Your bene-

fits may increase when you reach full retirement age. You can read more about working while retired at www.socialsecurity.gov/planners/retire/whileworking.html. Getting back to work can empower you in a number of ways. Social Security is here for you throughout your life’s journey — at each step of your working life and beyond.

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BUSINESS SERVICES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS! Look at What’s Happening this Holiday Season in America’s Main Street! Dec 1 DeLand Rotary Christmas Parade Dec 2 DeLand Indie Market www.Facebook.com/DeLandIndieMarketatArtisanAlley

New owner now taking care of Chandler Air Clients!

Dec 6 Build Your Business Group Dec 8th DeLand Christmas Boat Parade www.DeLandChamber.org

þ System Installation þ Repair All Brands þ Ductwork

Dec 8 & 9 Tour of Historic Tour of Homes www.DeLandHouse.org

Dec 15 DeLand Cruise In Fridays Before Christmas Dec 7, 14, & 21

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INSIDE ADVISOR

10 Christmas Fun Facts

Oxygen

Oxygen Prep for the Holidays By Pat Garrick Patient Care Representative, Sego's Needing medical oxygen for the holidays? Are you traveling via airplane, train, and bus or even taking a cruise? The best way to get portable medical oxygen is to plan ahead to avoid any stress. All respiratory products such as Oxygen, Cpaps and Bipaps require a Doctor’s Order. Did you know that CPAP and Bipap masks and accessories also require a Doctor’s order? Oxygen orders require specifics such as, the liters per minute, diagnosis and the patient’s blood gas level, which is called the PAO2. There may also be a need for a six minute walk test for Oxygen. You will also have to decide on how much oxygen you will need for the duration of your trip. Know that you can talk the person supplying your oxygen to help you figure out what you will need to order and how much backup supply to have on hand. The portable oxygen packs will need to have charged batteries if no electricity is available and are lightweight to transport. In case of any emergency, it will be good to know a local oxygen supplier that is in the vicinity of your travel destination. The holiday season can be a stressful time. Getting oxygen ahead of time will help you focus more on what is important, having fun. Remember; set yourself up for success by giving your oxygen supplier time to get insurance verification after placement of your written order to avoid any delays. The process from ordering, to verification, and then for delivery can take a minimum of 3-5 business days. For more information call Aging Tree at 386-774-2446.

Do you know why Christmas is known as the season of giving? Or why being ‘under the mistletoe’ is a place meant for people to kiss? And the million-dollar question - who exactly is Santa? Some interesting facts about Christmas that you might not know have been unearthed just for you! 1.

In the famous song “12 Days of Christmas”, the number of times gifts are exchanged, actually adds up to 364! That means there’s one gift for every day of the year.

2. An old wives’ tale states that if you bake bread on Christmas Eve, it will never grow moldy. (This is not proven, nor is there numbers to confirm its accuracy, but it’s a fun tale to believe in, right?) 3. One of the more famous words associated with Christmas is ‘Noel’, which is a French word. It is derived from the phrase “les bonnes nouvelles” which means “the good news”. 4. Kissing underneath a mistletoe is a Christmas tradition that originates from ancient Scandinavia. The mistletoe was associated with peace and friendship, which may be the reason people kiss beneath it. 5. The single “White Christmas” by Irving Berlin is said to be the best selling single of all time with over 100 million sales worldwide. (Of course, thanks to Gangnam Style, this is no longer the case) 6. An ancient myth states that the Viking god, ‘Odin’, is the precursor to Santa Claus. He rode his horse during winter and gave out gifts and punishment to children. 7. The earliest known Christmas decoration is the apple. 8. The trend of Christmas tree decoration peaked in the 17th century when people hung decorated eggshells with patterns. This could have been the beginning of the Christmas bauble. 9. The first ever artificial Christmas tree was made out of goose feathers. 10. According to the Guinness Book of Records, the tallest Christmas tree to be cut was 221 feet long.

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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 EmployFlorida.com FLjobconnections.com

Volunteer Opportunities: Looking for volunteers to patrol our streets in all of Volusia County, only 4 hours a week, we do house watches, traffic control. 18 years up. Please call Sonia Cortes the recruiter, at 386473-2601 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.

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Community Outreach: Sakowitz Eye Center Quilters Workshop Make quilts for cancer children in the hospital - First Sat. of ea. month, Dec. 1, 10am-3pmDeltona United Church of Christ-1649 Providence, Deltona-we need people to sew, pin, iron, bring sewing machine & iron supplies if possible, potluck lunch. Mary 386-574-0700

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. Adult Senior Dances: Join Dian and Dave, $5.00 admission refreshments included. The Schnebly Recreation Center 1101 North Atlantic Ave Daytona Beach, 1:30 to 3:30 pm on every Friday. Come Join the Fun. Live Music by Baileys Best. 386-214-2316 ED 4/31/18.

Services: Estate Planning & Probate - One of the greatest gifts we can give our loved ones is a smooth transition upon our death or incapacity. Estate Planning is not complicated or expensive. In addition, If you have lost a loved one, we offer free consultations to discuss the probate of their estate. Justin S. Munizzi, P.A. Justin@JMattorneyatlaw.com 407-501-5500 ED 3/19

Wanted Items: CASH PAID Looking for Fishing Reels, Lures, Rods, Tackle Boxes, Duck Decoys, Knives, Art, Books, Fishing & Hunting stuff of all kinds. Contact Bob in DeLand 321-220-8154 ED TFN

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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. ED 8/18

Holiday Events HOLIDAY HOUSE PARTY READINGS NOW BOOKING for December 2018 and January 2019. Bookings go FAST! Looking for a unique event to bring in the Christmas/New Year? Each person receives a 40 minute Card reading (Tarot, Wisdom, Oracle). New Year Astrology in a Nutshell and a keepsake notebook with Custom Guidance for 2019. $50 per/person. GROUPS of 6 people ONLY. Reservations Required. Call/Text 386589-3919.

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Educational Support Florida Hospital Fish Memorial Diabetes Nutrition Education Class,to find out cost and to sign up Call Glenna at 386-917-5271 One on One Computer Training Available All Month long - Call for info 866-320-8803 Check www.agingtree.com/events

Support Groups Located at Florida Hospital Fish Memorial Cancer Institute, RSVP or Questions 386-917-5526 Breast Cancer Support Group, 5 - 6:00 PM Cancer Survivorship Support Group, 5 - 6:00 PM Look Good Feel Better, Call 1-800-227-2345

Monthly Health Screenings 2nd Tuesday of each month, Deltona Health Park, Conference Rm, 1745 Sterling Silver Blvd., Deltona, FL 32725 – 7-9:00 AM 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

In the Community IONS Institute of Noetic Sciences Meetup every 3rd Saturday of the month. Ormond Beach Library 30 S Beach St, Ormond Beach, FL 32174

Located at Florida Hospital Fish Memorial Diabetes Support Group, 9AM - 10:00 AM Located at Florida Hospital DeLand Cancer Center, RSVP or Questions 386-943-7160 All Cancer Support Group, 5 - 6:00 PM Women’s Cancer Support Group, 5 - 6:00 PM Men’s Cancer Support Group, 5 - 6:00 PM Look Good Feel Better, Call 1-800-227-2345 Florida Hospital Fish Memorial, 5th Floor Classroom, RSVP or Info, Jenna at 386-917-5702. Spine and Joint “Prehab” Class Every Thursday 9:30 - 11:00 am, Support Group for Patients Undergoing Total Joint and Spinal Surgery

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Exercise to improve range of motion. Knee Strengthening Tips Items needed: A step or platform, Radio to listen to your favorite music! • 5-10 minute walk to warm muscles • Stand with your left side to a step or platform. • Place the left foot on the step. Push into the step and lift up a few inches and lower back down. • Using quick movements push up into the step to lift, up Healthy Morsel a few inches, hold for 30 -60 seconds, then lower back down. 1 to 3 Reps refreshfitness4life.com

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MIND BENDERS

Remember When... DECEMBER

• 1939 New York's LaGuardia Airport Opens • 1941 Japanese Attack Pearl Harbor • 1947 NASCAR is formed • 1952 The first Corvette, a productionready prototype, is completed • 1954 first Burger King ( Insta Burger King )is opened in Miami, Florida • 1963 Studebaker Production Ends • 1980 Former Beatle John Lennon was shot dead in New York Answer Last Month's Sudoku

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IN THE KITCHEN

Lisa Buckner

Cranberry Jellied Salad

Prep time 20 minutes  Serves 10-12

2 cups fresh cranberries (about 1 bag) 1-1/4 cup water 1 cup sugar 1 pkg raspberry Jello ¾ cup chopped celery ½ cup chopped walnuts ¼ tsp salt Whipped topping

This is a great jellied salad for the holidays. It is colorful and can be served in heirloom dishes or can be made into a mold. It can be served with whipped cream or non dairy topping or my aunt served it with sour cream. Any way you ﬁx it, this side is a welcome addition to your holiday feast.

DIRECTIONS: � 1 small chopped orange (including the rind) � Boil cranberries in water until skin pops  Drain onions and place in cooling spray coated casserole dish  Stir in sugar and boil for 5 minutes Remove from heat.  Stir in Jello, celery, nuts, orange and salt  Pour into bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, can be used in jello mold although sometimes it is too loose so I just opt for the bowl  Serve with whipped topping NEEDS: Food processor or chopper and board Medium sauce pan Lightly oil-sprayed festive bowl

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Days of Month National

December is...

Food Service Safety, Human Rights, Operation Santa Paws, Pear, Tie, and Write a Business Plan Month

Special, Wacky Days & Holidays 1st • Clark Kent’s Birthday • Basketball Day 2nd • Mutt Day • Earmuff Day • Bartender Appreciation Day • World Pear Day • Special Education Day • Safety Razor Day • Rhubarb Vodka Day 3rd • International Day of Persons With Disabilities 4th • World Wildlife Conservation Day • Cookie Day • Dice Day • Sock Day 5th • Bathtub Party Day • International Ninja Day • World Soil Day 6th • Pawnbrokers Day • St. Nicholas Day • World Trick Shot Day 7th • Cotton Candy Day • Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day 8th • Pretend To Be a Time Traveler Day • Lost & Found Day 9th • Gingerbread Decorating Day • Day of the Horse 10th • Dewey Decimal System Day • Nobel Prize Day • Human Rights Day • International Animal Rights Day • World Choral Day • Worldwide Candle Lighting Day

11th • UNICEF Birthday • Kaleidoscope Day 12th • Chanukah • Poinsettia Day • Gingerbread House Day • Cocoa Day • Ding-a-ling Day 13th • Pick a Pathologist Pal Day 14th • Monkey Day • Yoga Day 15th • Ugly Christmas Sweater Day • Cat Herders Day • Cupcake Day • Free Shipping Day • International Tea Day • Wear Your Pearls Day 16th • Chocolate-covered Anything Day 17th • Maple Syrup Day • Clean Air Day 18th • Answer the Telephone Like Buddy the Elf 19th • Oatmeal Muffin Day • Hard Candy Day 20th • Games Day • Sangria Day 21st • Winter Solstice • Crossword Puzzle Day • Humbug Day • Re-gifting Day • World Peace Day • Celebrate Short Fiction Day 22nd • Date Nut Bread Day

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• Be a Lover of Silence Day 23rd • Festivus • Human Light Celebration 24th • Christmas Eve • Egg Nog Day 25th • Christmas Day • Christmas Pudding Day 26th • Boxing Day • Candy Cane Day • Thank-you Note Day • Whiners’ Day 27th • Fruitcake Day • Howdy Doody Day • Visit the Zoo Day 28th • Chocolate Day 29th • Tick Tock Day • YMCA Day 30th • Bacon Day • No Interruptions Day 31st • New Years Eve • Banished Words Day • Make Up Your Mind Day • Look on the Bright Side Day • Universal Hour of Peace Day • World Peace Meditation Day

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Senior Resource Directory of Screened Businesses Elder Law: Akin Law - Sherrille Akin, J.D., LLM 386-738-5599 John B. Crowther, Atty. at Law John Crowther - 386-775-6179 Meeks Law Firm Coren Meeks - 386-738-3900

Financial Services: ASB Financial Group Paulette Reed - 386-671-9150

Adult Daycare Centers: Sender Retreat Ana Randolph 386-734-4442 Sixma Seniors Diane Wedgeworth 386-532-2882 Stay For the Day Ana Randolph 386-851-0691

Aids for Daily Living: Medical Alert (“Help” Button) Aging Tree - 866-320-8803

Bracing: HealthMed Solutions Scott Guimond - 386-774-2447

Chiropractic: Lechmaier Family Chiropractic Center Dr. Chris Lechmaier - 386-775-3600

Construction/ Home Modification: Buckner Construction, Inc. #CGC057271 Tony Buckner 386-804-9564 Lisa Buckner 386-804-1981

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

Hospice Care: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 1-800-404-1133 VITAS Hospice Franz Lorenz, 386-212-9347

Insurance-Health: Carol Brown CSA Carol Brown - 386-848-0543 Humana Volusia/Flagler Meg Hutson - 386-663-1425 Mutual of Omaha Insurance Co. Todd Myers - 407-805-0441 X 243

Insurance-Long-Term:

Mutual of Omaha Insurance Co. Todd Myers - 407-805-0441 X 243

Capital Choice Financial Group Jeff Allebach - 386-804-6171

Hearing Aids, Screenings/Tests and Accessories:

Mutual of Omaha Insurance Co. Todd Myers - 407-805-0441 X 243

Hearing Healthcare Centers Lisa Jones, BC, HIS - 386-837-4849

Lab Work:

Home Care-Private Pay: Amari Trenellbre Lifestyle Mgt., LLC. Ninoska Sanford (Niki) 386-500-1976 Aging Tree, LLC 866-320-8803 Concierge Care Carmen Tulluis 386-295-5782

Home Health Care Accepting Medicare & Insurance Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5830

Home Medical Equipment: HealthMed Solutions Scott Guimond - 386-774-2447

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Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5155

Massage Therapy: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5160 Lechmaier Family Chiropractic Center Dr. Chris Lechmaier - 386-775-3600

Medical Imaging: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-7500 Advanced Imaging - 386-774-7226

Medical Services: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5000

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

Non-Profit Organizations: Barberville Pioneer Settlement Deborah West - 386-749-2959 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

Nursing Facilities-Skilled: Good Samaritan Society Florida Lutheran - 386-738-0212

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

Pharmacies:

Post Mastectomy Services: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5852

Pre-Arrangement Services: Tri-County Cremation & Funeral Home Michael Blickenstaff - 407-247-3076

Real-Estate Specialists: Central Florida Home Pros Peter Kurkjian or John MacFarlane 386-668-2626 Executive Realty Group LLC Pinky Reilly, 386-675-2176

Retirement CommunityAssisted Living: Alliance Community - 866-320-8803 Americare Assisted Living Inc. Waters Edge - 866-320-8803 Atria Orange City - 866-320-8803 Atria Park of Lake Forest 866-320-8803 Atria Port Orange - 866-320-8803 Bella Senior Living - 866-320-8803 Bishops Glen Retirement Center Mary Motes - 386-226-9110 Blossoms Assisted Living I, LLC Gail Martini- 866-320-8803

Accardi Pharmacy Dr. Roger Accardi - 386-774-5800

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

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

Brookdale Facilities: Altamonte Springs - 866-320-8803 Conway- 866-320-8803 DeLand 386-736-8100 Dr. Phillips - 866-320-8803 Island Lake - 866-320-8803 Lake Mary - 866-320-8803 Lake Orienta - 866-320-8803 Longwood - 866-320-8803 Ocoee - 866-320-8803 Ormond Beach - 866-320-8803 Ormond Beach West - 866-320-8803 Oviedo - 866-320-8803 Palm Coast - 866-320-8803 Tuskawilla - 866-320-8803 Wekiwa Springs - 866-320-8803 Yorktowne - 866-320-8803 Caring Hands AFCH - 866-320-8803 Central Park Villa - 866-320-8803 Cloisters of DeLand Chelsea Conelison - 386-822-6900 Coquina Assisted Living 866-320-8803 Coquina Cay - 866-320-8803 Coquina Cove - 866-320-8803 Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Assisted Living - 866-320-8803 Freedom Oaks ALF - 866-320-8803 Good Samaritan Society Florida Lutheran - 386-736-5800 Gold Choice Assisted Living & Memory Care Deltona 866-320-8803 Grand Villa of DeLand 386-738-5200 Grand Villa of Ormond Beach 866-320-8803 Horizon Assisted Living 866-320-8803 Indigo Palms Assisted Living 866-320-8803 Magnolia Manor Jean Prahl - 386-760-7174 Memory Lane Cottage 866-320-8803

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Retirement CommunityIndependent Living:

Monastery Oaks Jerry Cutrona - 866-320-8803 New Smyrna Beach Assisted Living 866-320-8803

Villa Grande on Saxon Barb Hilton - 386-774-1234

Oak Manor Joann Turnbull - 386-216-9661

Transportation ServicesNon-Emergency Medical Global-Aid Transportation, LLC Steven Jones 386-960-4455

Woodland Towers - 386-738-2700

Specialty Services:

Oak View Suites Kelly Garthwaite - 386-775-0788

Jade Serenity Spa Margaret Crowther - 386-775-0860

Princeton Village Palm Coast 866-320-8803

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

Speech Therapy:

Rose Manor - 866-320-8803 Selah Living, LLC - 866-320-8803

Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5160

Southern Breeze Living, LLC 866-320-8803

Transportation Services-

Spruce Creek ALF, LLC 866-320-8803

Non-Medical/Public:

Summerhaven Assisted Living Greg Hopcraft - 386-668-3674 Timberlane Lodge - 866-320-8803

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)

Woodland Towers - 386-738-2700

Retirement CommunityContinuing Care: Good Samaritan Society Florida Lutheran - 386-736-5800

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We’re Wishing Everyone Happy Holidays & a Very Happy Healthy 2019

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No matter how you say it, this Humana Gold Plus® (HMO) plan premium is $0.

$0 PRIMARY CARE PHYSICIAN COPAY

$0 PRESCRIPTION DRUG COPAY*

Looking for a lower premium Medicare plan? How does $0 per month sound? You can get the benefits you need, plus extras—all for a $0 monthly plan premium. $15 Specialist visit copay $35 Over-the-counter monthly medication allowance** Rides to your doctors - 50 routine one way trips

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