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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

From the Roots Take a chance on love this February

t has been said that when you need to make a hard decision, just ﬂip a coin. Why? Because when the coin is in the air, you suddenly know what you’re hoping for. You hear your heart and mind tell you how you want that coin to land.

COREY SHENK, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

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Have you ever done that, and noticed that? Of course, it’s unwise to leave life’s big decisions to chance, but the exercise is intriguing. What do you do when you know what you really want, but aren’t quite sure it can become a reality? When it comes to love, most of us think of our family and friends. We want the best for them -- and everyone we love -- but sometimes the decisions can be difficult. It’s no different when we are considering senior living options for our parents or aging loved ones. That’s why in the February issue of Aging Tree Illustrated we are continuing the three-part series on senior living options by looking at memory care and continuing care retirement communities in detail. What are the options available, and are they the best fit for your loved one? I counsel hundreds of families a year about the options that exist for assisted living, memory care and other senior living arrangements. Of course, the costs of such living arrangements are a big consideration, but the second biggest stumbling block can be how very uncertain you feel about making the decision in the first place. Is it the right move? Is it the right time? Is this a huge mistake? I recommend to them – and to you – to take the LOVE approach. Ask these questions: 1) What does my loved one want? 2) What do I want? 3) What is the safest scenario for everyone involved? Time and again, I have found that senior living decisions require us to access a level of love that’s deeper than what’s needed for other lighter, less future-directing decisions most of us make every day. The answers to the three questions above can help guide you and them on the correct path. Love is the answer. Working together to understand what’s best for your loved ones’ future is a serious endeavor. Loving your family member enough to make hard decisions for them can feel like a burden, but it’s also an opportunity – an opportunity to access love the love between you and use it to make the best decision for everyone involved. In this issue, we discuss the benefits and costs of memory care and continuing care retirement communities, while contributors add to our learning. Cheree enlightens us with insight on how to make good decisions for memory-affected love ones, and tools available to help us along the way; the always-informative Kim Denoff offers an insight into Heart Health AwarenessMonth; and Scott Selis brings some great advice on working with Medicaid and VA aid and attendance. On the lighter side, Amanda helps us explore Mount Rushmore through a traveler’s perspective. Think you know all about this great American wonder? Quiz yourself! I bet you’ll learn something new. All this and more are awaiting you in this issue. you find yourself preparing make a big decision about senior care options, or are having a hard time making sense of them, give me a call. Together, we can explore the solutions…and we won’t even need to flip a coin. Making decisions in love means you don’t have to leave them to chance. Happy Valentine’s Day to you and yours. Make your days great…you’re in charge of them.

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2017 Memory Care Guide to Flagler, Seminole & Volusia

Feature Article 8 | A Closer look at community care re-

tirement and memory care communities.

Lean Towards Love

Making the best choice often involves making the most informed choice. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s especially true when you are planning for your senior living lifestyle. In Part 2 of our three-part series on senior living options, we provide basic information on both Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) and memory care facilities and how they compare.

FEATURES 30 | 2017 Memory Care Guide to Flagler, Seminole & Volusia

30 37 | Top 10 Things to Look for When

39 | Special, Wacky Days and Holidays:

38 | High-Temperature : HOMETOWN RECIPE

40 | Used Medical Equipment For Sale,

Moving Into an Memory Care: QUICK TIPS

31 | Meet Your Local Senior Care Advisor BRANCHES 12 | Top 10 Strategies for Caring for Your Parents with Dementia: LIVING WELL

EVERY MONTH 4 | Letter From the Editor 20 | The Winter Park Daycation, Explore Central Florida: SENIORS ON SUNRAIL

14 | Macular Degeneration: COMMUNITY

22 | Senior Resource Directory of Trusted Providers

17 | Nine Tips for First Time Riders:

24 | Inside Advisor - VA Aid & Attendance

HEALTH

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26 | Aging Tree Travel Adventures-Travel Smart: Yellowstone, Grand Tetons & Mt. Rushmore (June 15-23, 2017): TRAVEL

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Items For Sale, Industry Jobs: CLASSIFIEDS

41 | Activities and Support Groups

Located Near You: CALENDAR OF EVENTS

42 | Crossword Puzzle, Sudoku & Cryptogram: MIND BENDERS

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Assisted Living Options

A closer look at community care retirement and memory care communities

M ing lifestyle.

aking the best choice often involves making the most informed choice. That’s especially true when you are planning for your senior liv-

In Part 2 of our three-part series on senior living options, we provide basic information on both Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) and memory care facilities and how they compare. For information about assisted living, check out Aging Tree magazine’s January issue, and stay tuned for the March issue when we take a closer look at nursing home options.

It Takes a Village--Continuing Care Retirement Communities

As mentioned in last month’s feature focusing on assisted living, Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) are large communities with a neighborhood feel composed of single-family homes, villas, apartments, and other facilities that provide a variety of senior care options in one setting. According to Aging Tree’s CEO Corey Shenk, the major benefit of a CCRC is the opportunity for residents to advance in treatment and care as their needs grow throughout the aging process. This smooths the transition for a resident who needs to move from one type of senior living facility to another as his care index increases.

Costs for CCRC Living

Considered a premier option, CCRCs can oﬀer peace of mind but also come with higher costs.

Shenk explains that typically, CCRCs are set up as “buy-ins” requiring a down payment, or entrance fee, with dues paid monthly. A contract or agreement between the resident and the CCRC guarantees assistance and care for an extended period of

time. Entrance fees can range widely, from $35,000 to $1 million, with monthly charges ranging from $3,000 to $5,000 or more. (These costs can increase as needs change.) Fees depend on the type of housing, the option of renting or purchasing, and the type of service contract. Housekeeping, meals, activities, and transportation may involve additional costs. Diﬀerent types of contracts may be available. For instance, one type of contract may require a high entrance fee but limit the increase in costs for future care. Conversely, the second type of contract could require a lower entrance fee while the resident would later incur higher fees as their need for care increases. With this option, prospective residents may be able to negotiate fees and contract provisions. Either way, it is imperative to request a breakdown of costs and what is included, as well as a history of fee increases.

Memory Care--Attending to a Special Need

Memory loss is a common occurrence as we age. It can also be a disconcerting one, both for the person experiencing it and for loved ones. It helps to understand what memory loss may entail and how this factors into your

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By Amanda Eastep choice of senior living options. Dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association, is a “general term for loss of memory and other mental abilities severe enough to interfere with daily life.” Alzheimer’s, the most common form of dementia, is a progressive disease that accounts for 60 to 80 percent of dementia cases. People who deal with various types and stages of dementia also require different levels of attention, care, and security as part of their living environment. While some CCRC communities provide care for all stages of a resident’s memory care, even if it progresses over time, the level of care offered at assisted living and nursing homes varies. In general, features to be aware of when considering memory care options include the expertise and training of staff, building and grounds security, care offered during the night (as Alzheimer’s and dementia can interfere with sleep patterns), activities that encourage sensory stimulation, the availability of care for those exhibiting disruptive or aggressive behavior, and cost.

Assisted Living

Assisted Living facilities support the autonomy of residents through help with daily tasks such as housekeeping, meals, laundry, transportation, and other services. This option may be sufficient for those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s who still function independently. Unless designated as an “assisted living memory care”, however, such facilities may not accommodate residents who are considered “exit-seeking,” need a secured environment, or require higher levels of monitoring and medical care. When choosing an assisted living facility, it’s important to understand the level of memory care a resident needs and what each assisted living community provides. Assisted living memory care facilities combine the amenities of an assisted living environment with the higher levels of monitoring and medical care residents with dementia require. These may include: specially-trained, licensed nurses on-site 24/7, a safe and secure building and outdoor area, cont. pg 10 |8|

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an environment that encourages interaction and socialization, and a choice of private or companion apartments.

Secure Memory Care

Also referred to as Alzheimer Special Care Units (SCUs), these facilities offer “secure memory care.” Similar to assisted living memory care, this living option also provides 24-hour nursing, guaranteed secure grounds, staff who have received dementia training, and activities that help residents exercise their skills and interests. Although brand new “Memory Care Only” communities are being built as stand-alones, these units are generally set up as a group or floor within a larger residential facility.

Nursing Home Memory Care

Nursing homes, also called Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), provide for the basic needs of residents, including housekeeping, meals, showering, and using the bathroom. In addition, many SNFs provide 24-hour medical care from Registered Nurses and on-call physicians and custodial care for residents with late-stage Alzheimer’s or other debilitating conditions. Typically, Skilled Nursing Facility Secured Memory Care units are designated for the end stages of dementia and provide the highest level of

care available. Prior to this “highest level of care” in a Nursing Facility, most individuals aﬄicted with memory loss will have received memory care either through Assisted Living Memory Care or Home Care first.

Costs for Memory Care Facilities

Costs for senior living vary as widely as the level of care and services needed. Nationwide, the average cost of assisted living in 2016 was approximately $3,600 per month with the average cost of Alzheimer’s assisted living in Florida at about $4,300 per month. Paying for an Alzheimer’s or memory care facility involves many of the same funding sources we outlined in last month’s issue about assisted living. These include personal resources such as savings accounts, reverse mortgages, life insurance conversions, and loans. For more information on funding sources, visit AgingTree.com and search for “how to pay for senior care” at the top of page. Are you a veteran or survivor covered under a VA pension? Then you may be eligible for the Aid and Attendance Benefit. This program works better for those choosing assisted living, while Medicaid is preferred for nursing home care. Be aware that receiving a VA pension may disqualify a veteran for Medicaid or VA disability compensation.

In general, Medicare does not cover the costs of assisted living or other forms of longterm care and services. However, a person with a severe or disabling chronic condition, such as dementia, can join a Medicare Special Needs Plan (SNP) if they have Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B and meet other eligibility requirements. SNPs are approved by Medicare and run by private companies. Most of the costs of joining a Medicare SNP will be covered if the a person has Medicare and Medicaid. Visit www.medicare. gov/find-a-plan or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) for more information. To find out what long-term care services are covered by Medicare and Medicaid, visit www.longtermcare.gov. For more information or to talk with a senior care advisor at no cost, call Aging Tree at 1-866-320-8803. We can help you and your family navigate the many aspects of planning for your senior living lifestyle. Amanda Cleary Eastep is a freelance marketing writer for businesses and universities at Word Ninja. She believes words should not only inform, but also oﬀer encouragement and hope. She blogs about faith, family and life change at “Living Between the Lines”.

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uring the month of February we are reminded that “love is in the air”. This can be bittersweet, as one of the hardest things is watching someone you love forget that they love you. Tia Walker, author of the Inspired Caregiver: Finding Joy While Caring for Those You Love, shares that “Caregiving often calls us to lean into love we didn’t know possible”. I believe this is true. Often families share they are challenged by the ever-present feeling of not doing enough or the right things in the right timing. Here are a few practical ideas that I have found to be helpful in this regard. Get Organized: Create a caregiving book or update the digital system you have on your phone or computer. This will include copies of a photo identification, insurance and social security cards and a list of emergency contacts. Legal document copies such as a Durable Medical Power of Attorney, General Power of Attorney and Living Will should be included. Medical information to include: a list of doctors, specialty, address and phone number; history, medication dosage, routine and information on each will make life easier. A brief description of the daily routine which is updated regularly together with any specific instructions will facilitate communication with other caregivers. A contact list of willing neighbors or church friends who are dear to your loved one will be important. Use Technology: There are a variety of mobile monitoring devices that will track a GPS location, monitor calls and messages. Camera monitoring systems, some of which are interactive, can oﬀer peace of mind. Create Less Risk: While it may not be possible to protect your loved one from all injury, it is possible to create a safer environment. Minimizing fall risk is a priority and removing objects that could harm a loved one, for example knives, car keys and matches can help.

Label and Provide Cues: The need to explain everyday things and routines will be ever present. Using a white board, photos and labeling objects can minimize frustration. Posting a picture of the night clothes or socks on the drawer where they reside may help your love one locate when needed. Verbal cues may be eﬀective. In anticipation of the inevitable “Who are you? And where am I? I greet our sweet 94-year-old each morning

with a “Good Morning! I am Cheree and this is my home.” Scheduling: As time goes by you will have more information about the ebb and ﬂow of energy and mood throughout the day and plan trips outside the home accordingly. Limit Choices: When stress increases as choices are presented you can simply say, “Time to eat, here is your food” or “Put on these clothes, I will help you”. Understanding what is possible to do independently and what requires assistance is a delicate and changing balance. Helping before needed supports loss of independence. Finding that fine line between needing encouragement and causing frustration is the goal. Redirect and Reassure: Resist the urge to keep your loved one grounded in reality for those circumstances that cause distress and pain. An example of this in our home is the shift of conversation from the serious illness and impending death of a sibling to a general request for prayer for that individual which has a peaceful and calming eﬀect. There are

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By Cheree M. Albert MSN, ARNP, CPNP many times when we just smile without words which calms almost immediately. At first this felt awkward as the initial thought is to try to explain. Denis Waitley writes that a “Smile is the light in your window that tells others there is a caring, sharing person inside”. Apparently, this fills the gap where words fall short. Discerning Honesty to Reduce Stress: Despite our desire to be meticulously honest there are times when Plan B will work better to decrease stress for your loved one. Many years ago, while cutting the hair of my own mother I moved from the daughter she knew to a hairdresser at a shop. After a deep breath, we had a lovely conversation about my children and then her grandchildren with a promise to return for her next haircut. Several caregivers I know if asked what is happening that day will present a “really fun” activity, such as lunch out and on the way home just happen to stop by the “less fun” doctor’s office. Remember it’s the Disease not the Person: It is healing to forgive both your loved one and yourself for the full range of emotions that are normal. It is not unusual for there to be moments of perfect sense and more appropriate responses. You are not imagining things, rather you have been given a moment to treasure. Be Proactive with Your Own Health and Self Care: Remember it can be more difficult to ask for help than accept help when it is oﬀered. Just say yes. You cannot pour from an empty cup. Be kind to yourself this month and “lean into love”. As Mother Teresa beautifully reminds us, “It’s not how much you do, it is how much love you put in the doing”. For more information on caregiver assistance, contact Aging Tree at 1-866-320-8803. Cheree M. Albert MSN, CRNP, CPNP is the owner of Integrity Health Source LLC. You can contact Cheree by phone: 407-902-8945 or email cheree@integrityhealthsource.com | 12 |

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1. Plan ahead. Know the route and schedule before leaving the house. If a transfer is necessary, know ahead of time the transfer location and corresponding bus. Route and schedule information are available online at Votran.org and by calling the Customer Service Center. Maps may be picked up at sales outlets, libraries, city halls and county administration buildings. 2. Schedule extra time for each trip. Plan to arrive at the bus stop or designated pick-up location 10 - 15 minutes before the scheduled departure. 3. Stand in the designated boarding location and wave to the bus operator. To signal the operator that a new rider is ready to board, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to be on the correct side of the street and stand up or wave when the bus is in view. 4. Bring exact change or purchase a pass in advance. Because bus operators cannot provide change, they require exact fare amounts. Passes can be purchased in advance at Votran.org and in Votran administrative offices, the transfer plaza, the county administration building in DeLand, and at several libraries. For a full list of where to buy passes visit Votran.org. 5. Confirm the bus destination before boarding. Check the windshield of the approaching bus to make sure the route matches the desired travel destination. 6. Have the bus fare ready before boarding. When boarding the bus give the exact fare to the operator or slide a pass through the value pass reader. 7. Signal the bus operator to stop within one block of the travel destination. Signal the bus operator by pushing the yellow strip next to the window or by pulling the cord running the length of the bus. Gather belongings before the bus stops and exit promptly when the doors open. 8. Know the time of the next bus. Before leaving home, make note of the route, time, distance and fare required to transfer to another bus. There may be some walking required when making a transfer. 9. Ask for operator assistance when boarding. All fixed-route buses are wheelchair accessible with lifts or ramps to make boarding easier. Each Votran bus operator is specially trained in wheelchair securement and aiding individuals who require additional assistance on a bus. Give Votran a try If you have questions or would like to learn more about planning a trip with Votran, please call one of the numbers provided below. You also may use the interactive trip planner on Votran. org or email questions to VotranCustomerService@volusia.org. The Votran Customer Service Center is open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Travel training is available upon request. Contact Votran Customer Service: Daytona Beach: 386-761-7700 Southeast Volusia: 386-424-6800 West Volusia: 386-943-7033 FEBRUARY 2017 | ONE-STOP Senior Care | Aging Tree.com â&#x20AC;˘ 866-320-8803

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13 Meals (5 dinners and 8 breakfasts) Round trip airport transfers Take an exciting open-air Jeep tour through Custer State Park to view the herds of American bison Black Hills touring including Crazy Horse Memorial, the largest statue in the world See the amazing lighting ceremony at Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, the largest statue monument in the world Tour the historic town of Deadwood including legendary Boot Hill Cemetery Visit awe-inspiring Devils Tower National Monument Tour the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody Spend 2 nights in Yellowstone National Park, America’s first national park and home to famed geyser, Old Faithful Snake River float trip through Grand Teton National Park Spend 2 nights in Jackson Hole and enjoy dinner and entertainment at the Bar J Chuckwagon Supper and Western Show Attend the Jackson Rodeo (Seasonal – Memorial Day through Labor Day) or the Jackson Hole Playhouse Salt Lake City touring including the Great Salt Lake, Temple Square and Pioneer State Park $45 in Mayflower Money

Days One and Two – Holiday Inn Rushmore Plaza, Rapid City, SD Day Three – Holiday Inn, Sheridan, Wyoming Days Four and Five – Yellowstone National Park Lodges, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming Days Six and Seven – Antler Inn or Quality 49er, Jackson, Wyoming Day Eight – Doubletree Hotel, Salt Lake City, Utah

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This nonrefundable fee waives all cancellation fees when we are notified of cancellation one day before the tour departs. If you must leave the tour early due to personal illness, illness or death of a member of your immediate family, TPP guarantees full refund for any unused services after the departure of the tour. Other benefits include medical expenses for illness and injury, emergency transportation, 24 hour hot line, and lost or stolen baggage assistance. Return air transportation is included ONLY if your air tickets were provided by Mayflower Tours. If you purchase the optional Travelers Protection Plan (TPP), you will be refunded all payments, including deposit amount, less the TPP premium amount. Cancellation Charges Without Traveler’s Protection Plan (TPP) • 61 days and more – deposit amount • 60 – 31 days – 20% of the tour cost • 30 – 15 days – 30% of the tour cost • 14 – 1 day prior – 40% of the tour cost • Day of departure or early departure from tour – 100% of the tour cost No refund on unused portion

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search of the country’s largest herd of American bison. Next we’ll visit the colossal Crazy Horse Memorial, the world’s largest statue, which will be 563 feet high and 641 feet long when completed! Following an afternoon break at our hotel, we’ll experience all the greatness of Mount Rushmore National Memorial, with sightseeing, dinner and the inspiring lighting ceremony. (Breakfast and dinner)

DAY THREE – Deadwood and Devils Tower The town of Deadwood was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1967 and preserves the history and legends of the Wild West from its beginnings as a mining town. Our brief tour of the town takes us along the same streets walked by Wild Bill

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Ryan T. Scruggs, M.D. Phillip J. Mackinder, O.D. DAY TWO – Black Hills Touring and Custer State Park Jeep Ride We begin the day with an exciting open-air jeep ride through Custer State Park. Enjoy the interesting sights and colorful commentary of our driver/guides on our ride through the park in

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Hearing Healthcare Centers oﬀers a personalized program of “TOTAL HEARING CARE” by a caring Specialist with over 20 years of experience.

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Senior Resource Directory of Screened Businesses Financial Services:

Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 1-800-404-1133

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

Halifax Health Hospice Michael Martinez - 386-627-5039

Miller Senior Services Marge Miller - 386-479-0724

VITAS Hospice Shaunta Williams, BA 386-341-9065

Barberville Pioneer Settlement Deborah West - 386-749-2959

Insurance-Health:

DeLand Lions Foundation Wendy Wilson - 386-738-1020

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

Sender Retreat Ana Randolph 386-734-4442 Stay For the Day Ana Randolph 386-851-0691

Aids for Daily Living: Captel Outreach Sandra Robertson - 407-443-9409 Medical Alert (“Help” Button) Aging Tree - 866-320-8803

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

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

Elder Law: Akin Law - Sherrille Akin, J.D., LLM 386-738-5599

Mental Health:

ASB Financial Group Paulette Reed - 386-671-9150

Nancy Estocin Professional Guardian 407-221-5379

Adult Daycare Centers:

Hospice Care:

Guardianship: Nancy Estocin Professional Guardian 407-221-5379

Hearing Screenings and Accessories: Hearing Healthcare Centers Lisa Jones, L.H.A.S - 386-837-4849

Home Care-Private Pay Companions: Aging Tree, LLC 866-320-8803 Concierge Care Carmen Tulluis 386-295-5782 Senior Helpers (Flagler) Bernie Fitzgerald - 386-263-2457

Home Health Care Accepting Medicare & Insurance Concierge Care Carmen Tulluis 386-295-5782 Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5830 Greystone Healthcare Management Tiffani Cook - 386-681-7253 John Knox Village Home Health Jennifer Lincon 386-851-0093

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

John B. Crowther, Atty. at Law John Crowther - 386-775-6179 Meeks Law Firm Coren Meeks - 386-738-3900 Gary S. Wright Gary Wright - 386-753-0280 FEBRUARY 2017 | ONE-STOP Senior Care | Aging Tree.com • 866-320-8803

Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-7610

Non-Profit Organizations:

Carol Brown CSA Carol Brown - 386-848-0543

Division of The Blind Mary Grant - 386-254-3803

Humana Volusia/Flagler Meg Hutson - 386-663-1425 Debora Schmeltz 386-341-0168 Humana N. Carolina Christine MacDonald 386-479-4000

ElderSource 888-242-4464

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

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: Florida Lutheran, Good Samaritan Society - 386-738-0212 Majestic Oaks Lesly Mompoint - 386-775-0788 Ridgecrest Nursing and Rehabilitation LeeAnne Gallagher - 386-734-4334

Occupational Therapy: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5160 Majestic Oaks Lesly Mompoint - 386-775-0788

Pet Sitting Home Pet Care Services, LLC Dawn Salvaggio - 386-235-5980

Pharmacies: Accardi Pharmacy Dr. Roger Accardi - 386-774-5800 Oak Park Senior Services Center 386-456-1500

Physical Therapy: Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5160 Majestic Oaks Lesly Mompoint 386-775-0788

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

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

Physicians - Specialists North Orlando Surgical Group Orange City 386-775-0333 Lake Mary 407-790-9800

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Colonial Medical Supplies Bill Backer - 386-774-2447

Caring Hands ADFH Marie Timogene 386-747-2052

Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 386-917-5852

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

Cloisters of DeLand Amanda McHugh - 386-822-6900 Coquina Assisted Living 866-320-8803 Coquina Cay - 866-320-8803 Coquina Cove - 866-320-8803

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ERA Grizzard Real Estate Sandra Otto, SRES - 386-804-0639 Gordin & Gordin Real Estate, LLC Wayne Gordin 386-405-6131

Retirement CommunityAssisted Living: Americare Assisted Living Inc. Waters Edge - 866-320-8803 Bella Senior Living - 866-320-8803 Bishops Glen Retirement Comm. Linda Dixon - 386-226-9112 Blossoms Assisted Living I, LLC Gail Martini- 866-320-8803 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

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

Selah Living, LLC - 866-320-8803 Southern Breeze Living, LLC 866-320-8803 Sixma Seniors ALF - 386-789-5991 Spruce Creek ALF - 866-320-8803 Summerhaven Assisted Living Greg Hopcraft - 386-668-3674

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

Timberlane Lodge - 866-320-8803

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Tuscawilla Villa - 866-320-8803 Woodland Towers - 386-738-2700

Retirement CommunityContinuing Care: Florida Lutheran Retirement Community 386-736-5872 John Knox Village (CCRC) 386-775-0788

Retirement CommunityIndependent Living:

Non-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

Villa Grande on Saxon Barb Hilton - 386-774-1234 Woodland Towers - 386-738-2700

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

Memory Lane Cottage Paula Twitty- 407-366-2770 Monastery Oaks Jerry Cutrona - 386-456-0049 New Smyrna Beach Assisted Living 866-320-8803 Oak Manor Joann Turnbull 386-216-9661 Oak View Suites Kelly Garthwaite - 386-775-0788 Rose Manor - 866-320-8803 Seafarers Landing - 866-320-8803

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INSIDE ADVISOR Could you use $3,000 per month towards care received at home or in an assisted living community? I would like to explain how you are eligible for assistance while not depleting your savings. In the November, 2016 issue of Aging Tree Illustrated, I explained the Veteran’s Aide & Attendant Care Benefit that will assist your income to help make health assistance more affordable by up to $2,054 per month. The article is available at https://www.agingtree. com/articles/inside-advisor-veterans-benefit/. If your care as a senior is not affordable even with the additional income provided by the VA, Medicaid can help make up the difference. If the care is for services at a nursing home the VA benefit is reduced to $125 per month. However, if you receive care at home or in an assisted living residence, the VA benefit is unaffected.

Legal - VA Aid & Attendance & Medicaid EVEN IF YOU ALREADY RECEIVE VA AIDE & ATTENDANT CARE BENEFITS, Medicaid will usually pay 100% for around By Scott A. Selis, Esq.

20 hours per week or about $1,100.00 per month to an assisted living residence. The combined value of the benefits received can be more than $3,000.00 in many circumstances. And you don’t have to be broke to utilize the programs that your lifetime tax dollars have supported. Most people incorrectly think that they have to be destitute to be eligible for Medicaid. However, by pre-planning, understanding, and following Federal and State law, people of modest means can become

eligible for Medicaid to get help with expenses in their senior years. This is legal and does not involve “hiding” anything from the government. In fact, President Trump, when pressed about taking advantage of Federal Rules to reduce his taxes said that made him “smart.” So I encourage you to do the same thing. Take advantage of federal and state laws that will help make your senior years more aﬀordable. Contact me or Aging Tree and speak to a Senior Care Advisor. Don’t wait until you need help. Plan ahead! Scott Selis is a lawyer at Chiumento Selis Dwyer in DeLand, Ormond, and Palm Coast. Scott’s a member of the Task Force for the Elderly and is Administrative Committee Chair for the Florida Bar’s Elder Law Section. He recently received the Elder Law Attorney of the Year Award. Reach him at 386-868-5337, ext. 109.

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Health Wise

Take it To Heart February is Heart Health Awareness Month. According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. The three biggest reasons for this are high blood pressure (stress), high cholesterol (eating fatty foods), and smoking. Basically, we are stressing our hearts due to the lifestyle choices we are making. How can we greatly improve our heart health outcomes and truly take this information to heart? The CDC recommends that we get some type of physical exercise daily, eat a nutrient rich diet, drink plenty of water, reduce stress and quit smoking. Adopting one or all of these lifestyle

changes could greatly reduce your risk of heart disease. What are the common signs of a heart attack? • Chest pain or discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in

the center or left side of the chest that lasts for more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. The discomfort can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain. • Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. Can include pain or

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discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach. • Shortness of breath. Often comes along with chest discomfort. But it also can occur before chest discomfort. • Other symptoms. May include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea, or light-headedness. Friday, February 3 is National Wear Red Day. So, put on your red dress or your red shirt and show your support on this important day of awareness. Kim Denoff is Owner of Advanced Imaging and Administrator for Central FL Bone & Joint Institute in Orange City. She has worked in medical imaging and medical office management for 19 years. You may reach her at 386-7747226 or kim@advancedimagingfl.com.

HEALTH CARE DISCLAIMER: This site, the articles and its services do not constitute the practice of medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always talk to your healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment, including your speciﬁc medical needs. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem or condition, please contact a qualiﬁed health care professional immediately. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.

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His experience in orthopaedics and sports medicine allows him to focus on restoring function to patient’s extremities including muscles, ligaments, bones, tendons, joints and nerves, all of which are responsible for keeping the body in motion. Dr. Leung is trained in reconstructive surgery, knee replacement, fracture care, and has a special interest in hand and elbow surgery. He is Board Certiﬁed for all general Orthopaedic Surgery. Call today and schedule an appointment to meet Dr. Brian Leung.

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nowing the “Real”story behind a destination: Mount Rushmore Have you ever wondered what the “real story” is behind a destination, piece of art, or monument? If you are like most, you have probably learned about famous sights in history from

a book, magazine articles, history lesson, or television show. It is a unique opportunity to put that knowledge to the test when you see the sight in person. One of the most recognizable monuments in the US is Mount Rushmore- nearly three million people each year travel worldwide to marvel at the majestic beauty of the Black Hills of South Dakota and see the National Monument to four of our nation’s most inﬂuential leaders. What may surprise you, is that it was not the original idea of artist Gutzon Borglum to create a monument to the president to the badlands of South Dakota… rather, South Dakota historian Doane Robinson was initially looking to bring tourists to the badlands by celebrating the West. They were to commission an artist to sculpt Western heroes like Oglala Lakota leader Red Cloud, explorers Lewis and Clark, and Buﬀalo Bill Cody into the nearby stone pinnacles known as the Needles. But the dream of making this tourist attraction large enough to draw people from around the globe needed to be larger than the Needles…. It needed to be carved into the side of a mountain. And so, it was.

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• Jeﬀerson was supposed to be on Washington’s Right? But the rock didn’t work out so his face was blasted out and replaced to the left. • There is a hall of records behind the head of President Lincoln which holds

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our Nation’s most valuable information and is stored and meant to be opened thousands of years from now to educate our future generations. The carving was originally meant to include the bodies of the presidents down to their waists. In 1937, a bill was introduced to Congress to add the image of women’s rights leader Susan B. Anthony to the mountain… But then, Congress then passed a bill requiring only the heads that had already been started be completed. 400 men worked on Mount Rushmore, only one of whom was hired an artist, the rest were miners who were good with dynamite. Surprisingly, no man died during this project. The one artist Borglums did hire Korczak Ziolkowski, to work as an assistant on the mountain. But after 19 days and a heated argument with Borglum, Korczak Ziolkowski left the project. He would later begin another mountain carving nearby, Crazy Horse Memorial, which today is the world’s largest mountain sculpture in progress.

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By Amanda M. Vallone You see, some of the most famous monuments in our nation have a lot of interesting and fun facts behind them. This summer the Aging Tree will take a group departure to

Mount Rushmore and get a first-hand view of these 60 foot tall carvings in the side of a mountain that draw over 3 million visitors from around the world every year. This guided tour brings you to experience the greatness of Mount Rushmore, sightseeing, dinner, and the spectacular lighting of the memorial at night. You will partake in a patriotic welcome and salute to our Veterans and the Presidents who were chosen for their significant contribution to the founding, expansion, preservation, and unification of this great country. Do you want to learn more about Mount Rushmore, or the rest of the destinations on this departure including Yellowstone, Grand Tetons, Devils Tower and Crazy Horse Memorial? Join us February 28th at 4:30 at the Aging Tree for more information. Call today to RSVP and for more information. Call Aging Tree at 1-866-320-8803 Today to schedule your Travel Adventure!

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Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Mt. Rushmore

YELLOWSTONE, GRAND TETONS AND MT. RUSHMORE

Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Mt. Rushmore

Four remarkable Presidents look at us from their perch on Mt. Rushmore

9 DAYS • 13 MEALS

June Departure Date: 15-23, 2017 June 15 - 23, 2017

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS 2017 DEPARTURE June 15

PER PERSON TWIN ROOM $3,519

SINGLE ROOM add $1,199

Pricing includes air from Orlando

9 DAYS • 13 MEALS

TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL

Air itineraries may not be available until documents are received. Air seats are assigned by the airline for the entire group. Seat changes can only be attempted upon receipt of tickets and documents at which time availability may be limited. If specific seat assignments are vital to your reservation, we recommend Bison roaming through picturesque Grand Teton National Park individual air reservations rather than booking air with the group.

Air is included!

Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) – $150 Air Inclusive

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search of the country’s largest herd of American bison. Next Cancellation Charges Without Traveler’s Protection Plan (TPP) we’ll• visit colossal Crazy 61 daysthe and more – deposit amountHorse Memorial, the world’s largest • 60 – 31 days – 20% of the tour cost statue, bethe563 feet high and 641 feet long when com• 30 which – 15 days –will 30% of tour cost • 14 – 1 day prior – 40% of the tour cost pleted! at our • DayFollowing of departure or an earlyafternoon departure frombreak tour – 100% of thehotel, tour costwe’ll experiNo refund on unused portion ence all the greatness of Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Mayflower Tours reserves the right to alter its refund and cancellation policy when a subwithExclusions: sightseeing, dinner and the inspiring lighting stantial amount of cancellation or postponement of travel is attributable to:ceremony. conditions resulting from an act of God, natural or man-made disaster, fire, government action, civil disorder, war, hostilities be(Breakfast and dinner) tween nations, or unavailability of transportation through no fault of Mayflower Tours.

DAY THREE – Deadwood and Devils Tower The town of Deadwood was designated a National Historic National Tour Association Landmark in 1967 and preserves the history and legends ofrevised the 04-12-2016 Wild West from its beginnings as a mining town. Our brief tour of the town takes us along the same streets walked by Wild Bill

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DAY ONE – Arrive in South Dakota Begin your Western frontier adventure as you gather in Rapid City, South Dakota. Meet your Tour Manager in the lobby at 6:00 p.m. for dining suggestions. DAY TWO – Black Hills Touring and Custer State Park Jeep Ride We begin the day with an exciting open-air jeep ride through Custer State Park. Enjoy the interesting sights and colorful commentary of our driver/guides on our ride through the park in

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Is Assisted Living or Home Care the Answer? Meet with your local senior care advisor.

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If you have questions and don’t know where to start, Aging Tree will provide informative and educational guidance with various options for the most qualified elder services along the way.

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Aging Tree has done the work for you. Think of Aging Tree as a free road-map to eldercare and its many facets. Our aim is to educate first, and then to provide quality senior care options and services for your family. If you have been thinking about home-based care or assisted living and can’t make a decision, reach out to us. Our resources give seniors and their families a place to start as they confront the many decisions of senior living or elder care. Senior Care Advisor Services are free of charge. Consultations are available in person or on the phone.

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6. Are there family support groups and memory support programs? 7. Are they a for profit or non-profit community 8. What are the staff to patient ratios? 9. What are the extra fees and care levels. 10. Is the Building secured so residents can’t wander away? Tips Provided by: Tim Wagstaff | Community Relations Coordinator Grand Villa of DeLand Paul Mitchell Indigo Manor

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Recipe

IN THE KITCHEN

High-temperature Eye-of-Round Roast

By John Sobol

So simple, yet so delicious. This classic recipe is the easiest roast you will ever cook. This recipe takes a very tough piece of meat and makes it tender and delicious. Feel free to improvise with seasonings and use garlic salt instead of regular salt. I added a shallot & a tbsp. of bourbon.

Serves:4-6 Recipe: Eye of Round Roast From the Kitchen of: John Ingredients: 1 Eye of Round Beef Roast (2½ to 4 lbs) Salt & Pepper to taste Other Options: Roast Seasoning 1 shallot 1 tbsp bourbon

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DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 480° salt and pepper the roast 2. Place roast in hot oven for 7 minutes per pound (3lbs =21 mins) no water no cover. 3. Turn oﬀ oven & let sit for 2½ hrs. DO NOT open oven door! 4. Remove from oven & check with thermometer. Rest meat for 10minutes. Slice against the grain thinly. Enjoy!!!

This recipe will roast to a med-rare temperature of 145° if you desire more medium turn oven back on at 200° for another 25 mins. Also in place of salt and pepper you may use your favorite roast seasoning. This dry roasting method produces very little fat or juice for gravy as shrinkage is minimal.

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Special, Wacky Days & Holidays February is Library Lovers Month

National Freedom Day Baked Alaska Day Ground Hog Day Hedgehog Day Crepe Day The Day the Music Died - Buddy Holly, Richie Valens and the Big Bopper died in a plane crash in 1959. National Carrot Cake Day Create a Vacuum Day Thank a Mailman Day Homemade Soup Day Stuffed Mushroom Day National Weatherman’s Day Western Monarch Day World Nutella Day Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day - first Saturday of month Frozen Yogurt Day Take Your Child to the Library Day Lame Duck Day Wave All you Fingers at Your Neighbor Day Send a Card to a Friend Day Superbowl Sunday Boy Scout Day Chinese New Years - date varies Clean out Your Computer Day Kite Flying Day - in the middle of winter!?! Mardi Gras / Fat Tuesday Toothache Day Ash Wednesday - date varies Umbrella Day Don’t Cry over Spilled Milk Day Make a Friend Day White T-Shirt Day Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday Plum Pudding Day Get a Different Name Day World Whale Day

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Tortellini Day Ferris Wheel Day National Organ Donor Day Valentine’s Day Hippo Day National Gum Drop Day President’s Day Singles Awareness Day Do a Grouch a Favor Day Random Acts of Kindness Day National Battery Day Drink Wine Day National Chocolate Mint Day Cherry Pie Day Love Your Pet Day Card Reading Day Sticky Bun Day George Washington’s Birthday Be Humble Day Walking the Dog Day International World Thinking Day International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day Tennis Day Banana Bread Day National Tortilla Chip Day Chili Day Clam Chowder Day Personal Chef Day National Pistachio Day Tell a Fairy Tale Day Polar Bear Day Strawberry Day Floral Design Day Chocolate Soufflé Day Public Sleeping Day National Tooth Fairy Day Leap Day - it occurs in 2016, once every four years

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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 www.EmployFlorida.com www.FLjobconnections.com Looking for a job in HOME CARE? NOW HIRING: Home Health Aides/Companions, Homemakers and Private Duty Home Health Fax resume to 386-257-6535 / Call Sharlene 386-334-6822

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.)

Please fill out the form online at www.agingtree.com Get high visibility with Nationwide presence with over a 40,000 reach in print and online. Distributed in over 800+ locations in Central Florida. $35 per month up to 45 words, bold heading included. Ask about our Monthly $25 Special 386-774-2446. 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.

Items For Sale: 25% OFF FALL SPECIAL All Lifts Chairs Location: Aging Tree, 985 Harley Strickland Blvd., Suite 100, Orange City FL 32763 - 386-774-2446

For more information on the Common Ground Farm contact John Joslin at the Common Ground Farm 386-740-9141, 1330 E. Taylor Rd, DeLand, FL 32724 or e-mail any questions to strongroots. agingtree@gmail.com

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 10/17 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 10/17 Buying Advertising Signs, Neon, Electric, Metal, Glass, etc. Coke, soda, beer, whiskey, oil, gas, auto, etc. Also, buying 50-60s 45 rpm records, 60-80s rock and early jazz albums (Blue Note, Prestige, and other labels). Contact: 386-956-2350 ED 10/17

Used Medical Equipment: 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.

MOTORIZED Wheelchair in Deltona 2 years old, only used 2 hours. Asking $1000.00 OBO cash. For sale by owner. Gerald 386-216-8736 ED3/17

Thinking About Assisted Living?

Community Outreach Sakowitz Eye Center Quilters Workshop Make quilts for cancer children in the hospital - First Sat. of ea. month, Feb. 4, 10am-3pm- Deltona 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

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Seniors on Sunrail Winter Park Daycation 3rd Wednesday of Each Month Feb. 15 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 Dec. Schedule of Events 386-775-3121 Free Wellness Wednesday Seminars by Cheree Albert, MSN, ARNP, CPNP - 10AM RSVP 866-320-8803 Florida Hospital Fish Memorial Diabetes Nutrition Education Class To find out cost and to sign up Call Glenna at 386-917-5271 Free Computer Check-ups & Cleanings Starting at 11 am Call for Details 866-320-8803 One on One Computer Training Available All Month long - Call for Details 866-320-8803 FREE SEMINARS: FINANCIAL WELLNESS WORKSHOP Feb 25, 9:30 - 11AM Check www.agingtree.com/events

Community Events THE ORLANDO PHILHARMONIC ANDREA BOCELLI SAT., FEB 11, 8 PM HARRY POTTER AND THE SORCERER’S STONE™ IN CONCERT SAT., FEB. 18, 7:30 PM, SUN., FEB. 19, 1 PM, 6:30PM EAST MEETS WEST MON., FEB. 27 - 7 PM Call for more info 407-770-0071 or check online orlandophil.org/ tickets

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 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

ASSISTED LIVING & MEMORY CARE

Grand Villa of DeLand

Support Groups Located at Aging Tree Bereavement Support Group 1st Thursday of each month 2 - 3:00 PM Feb 2Spanish Bereavement Support Group 3 4:00 PM Feb 8 Alzheimer’s Support Group 3rd Wed. of each month 11AM - 12PM Feb 15 Coffee and Conversation Last Wed. of each month 11AM - 12PM Feb 22 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 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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MIND BENDERS

Remember When...

• 1925 Sears, Roebuck Opens It’s First Store • 1938 Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Released • 1948 NASCAR holds its first race for modified stock cars on a 3.2 mile-course at Daytona Beach • 1964 GI Joe Launched • 1990 Nelson Mandela is released from prison after 27 years.

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