September 2014 Aging Tree Illustrated

Local Mayors Come to the Table........................................... 12 Business Directory .............................................................. 18 FREE Walker Program ......................................................... 22 Senior Restaurant Discounts ................................... 33 NEW

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386-774-2446 SERVICE BRANCH: Seniors on SunRail - Daycation .............................................................................................................................6 COMMUNITY BRANCH: Wound Care Excellence - Florida Fish Hospital recognized for Excellence ...............................10 POLITICAL BRANCH: Local Mayors Come to the Table ................................................................................................................... 12 SENIOR RESOURCE DIRECTORY: Aging Tree - Understanding How Aging Tree Can Help You. ............................................ 18 PAIN RELIEF BRANCH: Ask Dr. Scott - Teaching you to Heal without Surgery .....................................................................20 PRODUCT BRANCH: Free Walker Program- Free for All Seniors Walker Program ................................................................22 BUSINESS BRANCH: APEX Labs - Aging Tree Welcomes APEX Clinical Labs ............................................................................. 24 EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Corey Shenk ASSISTANT MANAGING EDITOR

Priscilla Kincaid ART EDITOR & GRAPHIC DESIGNER

ASK SAVVY SUE: Senior Living Advisor - Advantages of Referral Services ............................................................................... 26 MENTAL HEALTH BRANCH: Heart-Soul-Body-Mind - Elder Abuse.. ............................................................................................... 28 CLASSIFIEDS - Used Medical Equipment For Sale, Items For Sale, Industry Jobs, Senior Personals ..................................... 32

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SENIOR DISCOUNT - Enjoy up to 75% savings from local restaurants .......................................................................................... 33

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Seniors on SunRail

A World-Class Daycation, Thanks to Central Florida’s New Train Stations—Aging Tree’s “Seniors on SunRail” Program Goes off Without a Hitch

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t’s been a topic of much debate and excitement for a few years now, and on May 1st, service finally began on SunRail: Central Florida’s very own commuter rail system.

Like most Florida residents I’ve been anxiously anticipating my first SunRail ride, so when Aging Tree invited me to join staff members and 18 residents from Alliance Community for Retirement Living on a daycation to Winter Park, I eagerly accepted – a mid-week trip to Park Ave. sounded pretty great to me!

On the agenda: A tour of The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art (home to numerous works by Louis Comfort Tiffany), a stroll down Park Ave, and lunch at Pannullo’s Italian Restaurant before heading back to the Winter Park SunRail station.

We kicked off the day with an 8:30 am breakfast and an introduction to the SunRail program at the Aging Tree storefront in Orange City, FL. Representatives from SunRail, Aging Tree, and Aging Tree’s on-site member businesses said a few words, answered questions and saw us off before we left to catch the 10:00 train at the DeBary station.

I’m happy to report that the trip was a blast, the Morse Museum was spectacular, and the Sun-

Rail more than exceeded my and my companions’ expectations. More good news: Aging Tree will continue to offer their Seniors on SunRail program – open to the public aged 65 and older – this month and for months to come!

SunRail Benefits Seniors and Central Florida’s Economy

SunRail has empowered Central Floridians to travel quickly,

part. With a DeBary station now running at full steam and a location set for DeLand in 2016, SunRail brings new opportunities to Volusia County’s seniors.

By Courtney Senecal

“As they expand it’s going to give our residents a way of reaching out to the area in ways that we haven’t been able to before,” says Earl Mallory, Director of Sales and Marketing Aging Tree is proud to have partnered for Alliance Community with SunRail for "Seniors on SunRail" for Retirement Living in program. Just come in and receive your DeLand, FL. “ This gives SunRail Card free of charge and get them a chance to experiinformation on how you can enjoy the ence what Orlando has freedom of exploration! to offer, a lot of these residents don’t venture beSunRail passengers (with proof of yond the Volusia County borticket) from now through the end der.” of the month. SunRail riders get Our travels throughout the daycation only solidified the fact that the SunRail is of great benefit to seniors in a social sense; and economically, the system carries commerce through Central Florida’s counties, raising the bottom line for many of the areas’ local businesses despite the fact that the SunRail does not run on weekends.

free admission to the Morse until September 30th.

The consensus on the SunRail excursion was positive across the board, and many of the residents from Alliance Community for Retirement Living plan to ride SunRail again, “I was already planning a trip similar to this with 3 friends,” says Gaynelle Johnston, smiling, “So I’ll

“Numbers are up ten percent on SunRail days,” states Catherine Hinman, Director of Public Affairs and Publications for the Morse Museum.

“Suddenly Volusia is a local market for us...and Winter Park is a perfect stop because everything is walkable and accessible.”

comfortably and efficiently beyond county lines, and Aging Tree encourages seniors to take

The Morse Museum, Pannullo’s, and numerous other Winter Park organizations and businesses are offering incentives for all SunCard holders and

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be doing it again, maybe when it’s a little cooler out.”

Join Us for the Next Seniors on SunRail Daycation

We’re all eager to take the SunRail again, and if you’re a senior in Volusia County, we invite you to join in on the fun. Receive a free SunRail card worth $8.75 (to travel to Winter Park and back) - You must be 65 years or older to qualify. Come alone or with a group, just be sure to call 386-774-2446 for upcoming dates and reservations! Stop by Aging Tree anytime to receive a free SunCard ($5.00 value).

The Beginner’s Guide to SunRail

The train runs Monday through Friday, beginning at 5 am through nearly 10:30 pm, and it sits on the former CSX Trans-

portation “A” Line, covering the 31 miles between Volusia County and Orange County, passing right through Downtown Orlando. At this time, SunRail has 12 stops, starting at the Northern most station

• Winter Park • Florida Hospital Health Village • LYNX Central Station • Church Street • Orlando Health/Amtrak • Sand Lake Road Future Stations (2016-2017) • DeLand • Meadow Woods • Osceola Parkway • Kissimmee Amtrak • Poinciana Schedules can be found at SunRail stations, on board the train and at SunRail.com.

in DeBary and ending at Sand Lake Road (where riders can be shuttled by bus to Orlando International Airport).

Current Stations: • DeBary • Sanford • Lake Mary • Longwood • Altamonte Springs • Maitland

Pricing: Fares start at $2 with discounts available for students (ages 7-17), seniors 65+, and disabled riders as qualified through LYNX and Votran.

Children 6 and under ride for free with a paying adult (limit 3), and frequent riders that purchase a SunCard with a prepaid value between $10 and $300 receive an additional 10% bonus added to their card.

Perks and Tips: Enjoy free WiFi and charging areas, a variety of comfortable seating options (including work tables), ADA compliant restrooms with grab bars, and refreshing air conditioning that isn’t chill-you-tothe-bone cold (which is preferable after a day out in the hot, Florida sun). The first floor of the SunRail features impressive accommodations for the disabled and those with mobility issues, you’ll also find accommodations for bikes on board.

For a less bumpy (and more scenic) ride – post-up on the top floor of the train.

For more information about Seniors on SunRail or for your free SunCard Stop by Aging Tree anytime or call 386-774-2446. Seniors on Sunrail Daycation dates for Sept. are the 10th and 24th. We are expecting Senior Daycations to be the 2nd and 4th wed. of each month.

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Wound Care Excellence

Florida Hospital Fish Memorial Recognized for Excellence in Wound Healing

Media Contact: Lindsay Rew, (386) 847-2253

ORANGE CITY, Fla., July 10, 2014 – Florida Hospital Fish Memorial’s Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center has earned the Robert A. Warriner III, M.D., Center of Excellence award from Healogics, Inc., the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services.

The award is named for Dr. Robert A. Warriner III, a pioneer in wound care and the former Chief Medical Officer for Healogics.

The Florida Hospital Fish Memorial Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center received this award, as well as the Center of Distinction award, because it has achieved patient satisfaction rates at 93 percent, a healing rate of 92 percent in less than 30 median days, among other Center of Distinction quality standards for Healogics, Inc. “We are honored to be receiving this prestigious award,” said Pam Harkrider, program director of the Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Medicine at Florida Hospital Fish Memorial. “We have treated thousands of patients from Deltona, Orange City, DeBary, DeLand, Sanford and other areas, and I am pleased to provide the highest quality of wound care and hyperbaric services to our patients.

Our staff is specially trained in the areas of Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine – I’m proud to be a leader of a fantastic team.”

Florida Hospital Fish Memorial’s Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center is a member of the Healogics Network of nearly 600 centers, with access to benchmarking data and experience of treating over two million chronic wounds.

“Florida Hospital Fish Memorial is ecstatic that the Wound Center has again received national recognition for their incredible work in making a difference in the lives of our patients,” said Danielle Johnson, Florida Hospital Fish Memorial Chief Operating Officer.

Florida Hospital Fish Memorial’s Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center offers highly specialized wound care to patients suffering from diabetic ulcers, pressure ulcers, infections and other chronic wounds which have not healed in a reasonable amount of time. Advanced treatments included hyperbaric oxygen therapy, negative pressure wound therapy, bio-engineered skin substitutes, biological and biosynthetic dressings and growth factor therapies.

Florida Hospital Fish Memorial’s Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center has earned the Robert A. Warriner III, M.D., Center of Excellence award from Healogics, Inc., the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. The hospital’s Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center received this award, as well as the Center of Distinction award, because it of its high patient satisfaction rates. Here, employees proudly hold the awards, from left to right: (front row) registered nurse Vicki Lemoine; registered nurse Tangeca Wells; registered nurse and program director Pamela Harkrider [holding the Robert A. Warriner III, M.D., Center of Excellence award]; certified hyperbaric technologist and hyperbaric center safety director Michael Drew [holding the Center of Distinction award]; (back row) registered nurse Samantha Howland; registered nurse Kaori Bellas; licensed practical nurse Linot Eugene; front office coordinator Lisa Melchionda, and certified nursing assistant Guerda Ariol. Staff not shown: registered nurse and clinical coordinator Rosalinda Gallegos; registered nurse Michael Thorp; and certified nursing assistant Linda Jackson.

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Local Mayors Come to the Table

Ethics Coalition Report: West Volusia Mayors Bring Awareness to Growing Senior Population

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he West Volusia Ethics Coalition meets the last Tuesday of every month at the Orange City Nursing & Rehabilitation Center to discuss issues facing seniors in the Volusia County area. Last month, the focus of Mayors Tom Laputka (Orange City), Bob Apgar (DeLand), John Masiarczyk (Deltona), and Chris Carson (DeBary) was on expanding awareness of senior services in our corner of Florida.

Knowledge is Power— Mayors Seek to Empower and Protect Local Seniors

Aside from the county provid-

By Courtney Senecal retirement environment. The role of each city’s website was discussed briefly, and Mayor Laputka in particular had a few choice words about the state of the West Volusia healthcare system.

ing basic health, fitness and socialization tools [see box], each mayor cited the importance of providing accurate, easily

accessible information on the area’s medical infrastructure as being an integral part of maintaining a safe and healthy

He lead off by saying that “facilities and healthcare [in Orange City] are going to be major issues in the next 10 years,” citing a growing population at the popular retirement home John Knox Village as evidence that the elderly still find his small town an attractive retirement option.

While snowbirds aren’t flocking to our corner of Florida in droves as they did before the turn of the century, localized data suggests that aging residents are staying put—a good sign. In many cases, the families of the elderly in and around Orange City do not in fact live nearby, and this presents a conundrum for aging residents. A common solution Mayor Laputka mentioned was that he was seeing many people simply uproot, moving “back home” to places closer to their immediate families.

A Solution to Insolvency: Keeping Area Seniors Happy, Healthy, and Home

Much of the discussion between all four public servants was on the role of nursing homes and assisted living facilities in the area, as they view these facilities’ role as integral in making sure that no one falls into the gaps between a full-fledged assisted living facility and more independent outpatient care.

“There are a lot of misconceptions about nursing homes and similar facilities in our area,” Mayor Laputka said, and Mayor Apgar of DeLand was quick to add that ALF’s are a large part of what DeLand offers the senior community. Both admitted that many people are stuck in stereotypes from 20 and 30 years ago, not realizing that today’s modern facilities are more fully staffed, better run, and offer a much wider range of services and lifestyles to prospective clients.

DeLand’s population is about 30% age 65 or older, according to Mayor Apgar, and he wouldn’t mind seeing that number rise. Attracting more seniors to the area will take a concerted effort to connect the various services that the city and its neighbors provide.

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Health and Fitness Information The senior population in West Volusia is growing. Many programs are available in West Volusia, some of which were highlighted in the Ethics Coalition meeting: Orange City and Deltona offer municipally-funded fitness programs: • Orange City’s Wava Hall offers senior aid programs right next door to City Hall, where most seniors come to pay their water bills each month. Programs range from computer classes to healthy eating courses designed around the local farmer’s market. The Orange City Fire Department can provide safety checks and routine scheduled visits, ensuring safety while maintaining independence at home.

• Deltona takes a more “active” approach— the city’s representative spoke in detail about Deltona’s “Fit for Fifteen” program, a collaboration between local YMCA’s, Florida Hospital and Aging Tree designed to get seniors out and active for at least 15 minutes a day. The program itself offers fitness education and training, so that seniors in attendance can learn the importance of an active mind and body—as well as safe ways to keep themselves moving day in and day out.

Local Mayors...cont.

Healthcare Investments Skyrocket: Florida Hospital and Halifax Open Their Wallets

Perhaps in part due to the growing senior population, Halifax Health has poured in over $40,000,000 in investments over the past half-decade, expanding services throughout the county. This does not, however, solve the recurring problem of physician overlap among patients, or take a bite out of the incredibly high number of hospital readmissions in the area, a worrying statistic that Mayor Laputka cited as a “major issue.”

The Mayors of West Volusia would like to see a more concerted effort to connect the different agencies in charge of looking after their cities’ senior

populations, and they see a web-based program as being the solution.

Chris Carson, Interim Mayor of DeBary, spoke for all of the representatives when he said that their goals are to “keep costs down, and keep people out of nursing facilities if they so choose.” All agreed that the best way to do that was to increase connectivity between services, and getting out to the next Ethics Coalition (September 23, 12-1 PM) to make your voice heard is the first step in that process.

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Senior Resource Directory Acupuncture Therapy: ARC Therapy Contact: Sandra Wood Phone: 386-774-6333

Pain Care and Wellness Contact: Eden Pollitz, RN BSN Phone: 386-259-9838

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

Aids for Daily Living:

Captel Caption Telephone Contact: Sandra Robertson Phone: 407-443-9409 Medical Alert (“Help” Button) Contact: Priscilla Kincaid Phone: 386-774-2446

Assisted Living Communities:

Atria at Lake Forest Contact: Rita Benesch Phone: 407-624-4292 Americare Assisted Living Inc. Waters Edge Contact: Eleanor Gustavsson Phone: 386-789-8848 Bishops Glen Retirement Community Contact: Linda Dixon Phone: 386-226-9112 Caring Hands Assisted Living Contact: Marie Timogene Phone: 386-259-4435 Claire Bridge Assisted Living Contact: Betty Worley Phone: 386-672-8800 Cloisters of DeLand Contact: Amanda McHugh Phone: 386-822-6900 x 203 Horizon Bay Contact: Terri Beere Phone: 386-775-3518 Lanyard Manor Contact: Greg Hopcraft Phone: 386-668-3674

Savannah Court Contact: Paulette Buono Phone: 386-775-3030 Sterling House of DeLand Contact: Lebana Prahl Phone: 386-736-8100 Woodland Towers Contact: Dorothy Myers Phone: 386-738-2700

Bracing:

Senior Medical Supplies Contact: Maria Carvajall Phone: 407-936-3360

Care Management:

Atlas Care Management Contact: Doris Haas Phone: 844-226-1537 Guardian Care Contact: Theresa Barton Phone: 407-786-6033 Senior Management Care Programs Contact: Tammy Junior Phone: 386-734-9154

Continuing Care Retirement Community: Alliance Community Contact: Annette Lynch Phone: 386-747-7688

Florida Lutheran Retirement Community Contact: Patrick Forestell Phone: 386-736-5872

Cleaning Services:

Daisy Cleaning Services Contact: Elise Montgomery Phone: 386-228-2115

Chiropractic Services:

Lechmaier Family Chiropractic Center Contact: Dr. Chris Lechmaier Phone: 386-775-3600 Watts Chiropractic Center Contact: Dr. Terry Watts, A.S., B.S., D.C. Phone: 386-218-4924 Meridian Point Chiropractic Dr. Nguyen Vu, MD & Dr. Ha Vy Van, D.C. Phone: 386-917-0007

Clinical Pharmacies:

Accardi Pharmacy Contact: Dr. Roger Accardi Phone: 386-774-5800

Elder Law:

Hearing Screenings & Accessories:

Hearing Aids Direct Contact: Fred Gilliam, H.A.S Phone: 386-561-9496

Gary S. Wright Contact: Gary Wright Phone: 386-753-0280

Hearing Healthcare Centers Contact: Lisa Jones, L.H.A.S Phone: 386-837-4849

Meeks Law Firm Contact: Coren Meeks Phone: 386-738-3900

Homemaker Companion Services:

Financial Services:

Capital Choice Financial Group Contact: Jeff Allebach Phone: 386-804-6171

Elder Assistance of America, LLC Contact: Desiree Vitale Phone: 386-774-9090

Home Health Care:

Certified Senior Advisor Contact: Carol N. Brown Phone: 386-848-0543

Greystone Healthcare Management Contact: Neil Hammer Phone: 386-562-4807

Dreggor Rigsby & Teal P.A. Contact: Wendell Jerrard Phone: 386-734-9441

Nirvana Home Health Contact: Michelle Marks Phone: 386-677-7006

Evershore Financial Group Contact: Timothy Haynes Phone: 321-287-9523

Senior Home Care Contact: Rebecca Sandvall Phone: 386-871-1953

Joy Anna Insurance Contact: JoyAnna Rebekah Phone: 386-427-1955

Home Medical Equipment:

Miller Senior Services Contact: Marge Miller Phone: 386-479-0724 Senior Management Care Programs Contact: Julie Gagnon Tammy Junior Phone: 386-734-9154

Health Insurance:

Carol Brown CSA Contact: Carol Brown Phone: 386-848-0543 CMD Insurance Agency Contact: Carmen Duffy Phone: 386-626-9420 Florida Health Care Plans Contact: Bissy Holden Phone: 386-676-7110 Humana Contact: Meg Hutson Phone: 386-663-1425

Vienna Medical Contact: Priscilla Kincaid Phone: 386-774-2440

Home Modifications: Install Don’t Fall Contact: Ron Wilkerson Glen Barlow Phone: 407-496-6066 386-956-1350

Total Service Contracting Contact: Steve Delacerda Phone: 407-233-9500

Hospice Care:

Hospice of Volusia Flagler Contact: Audrey Bellini Phone: 386-872-1345 Vitas Hospice Contact: Elizabeth Knowlton, LCSW Phone: 386-774-2446 Ext. 308

Imaging Services In-Home and Out Patient: Sona Imaging Contact: Lara Miller Phone: 386-951-6565

y of Screened Businesses Internal Medicine:

Pre-Arrangement Services:

Laboratory Services:

Lohman Funeral Home Contact: Terry Chandler Gabrielle Turner Phone: 386-860-5900

Meridian Pointe Medical Dr. Nguyen Vu, MD & Dr. Ha Vy Van, D.C. Phone: 386-917-0007

Apex Laboratory Services Contact: Becca Phone: 3863107702

Long-Term Care Insurance: Capital Choice Financial Group Contact: Jeff Allebach Phone: 386-804-6171 CMD Insurance Agency Contact: Carmen Duffy Phone: 386-626-9420 Evershore Financial Group Contact: Timothy Haynes Phone: 321-304-4017

Medical Services:

Mid Florida Cancer Center Contact: Jill Jordan Phone: 386-774-1223

Non-Profit Organizations: ElderSource Phone: 888-242-4464

DeLand Lions Foundation Contact: Wendy Wilson Phone: 386-738-1020 Division of The Blind Contact: Mike Watson Phone: 386-254-3810

Mainstreet DeLand Association Contact: Wayne Carter Phone: 386-738-0649

Non-Medical Transportation Services: Little Red Wagon Contact: Jay Berry Phone: 386-574-4371

Personal Care:

Simply Nails at Avalon Salon Contact: Thorunn Fawcett-Taylor Phone: 407-782-8739

Deltona Memorial Contact: Kathy Burk Phone: 386-775-4260 386-774-2446 Ext 310

Private Duty In Home Nursing:

Arcadia Homecare Contact: Christie Bielenda Phone: 386-366-0892

Senior Real-Estate Specialists:

Century 21 Arm Strong Team Realty Contact: Ray Armstrong Phone: 386-789-2100 Keller Williams Contact: Terri Misek Phone: 407-862-9700 River City Realty Contact: Linda Dill Phone: 386-804-0848 Total Realty Corp.

Contact: Terry Bailey, CRS, GRI Phone: 386-801-9300

Skilled Nursing Facilities: Center for Health Care of the Alliance Community Contact: Annette Lynch Phone 386-747-7688

Oakwood Garden of DeLand Contact: Erin McDonald Phone: 386-734-8614 Orange City Nursing and Rehabilitation Contact: Staci Cooper Phone: 386-668-8818

What is Aging Tree?

The Aging Tree is an all-encompassing resource for the transition into senior life. Whether you are giving some forethought to your journey into aging, or you want to get educated and find some help for yourself, mom, dad, grandma or grandpa, Aging Tree will provide informative and educational guidance—with various options for the most qualified Florida elder services along the way.

How Can Aging Tree Help Me? The initial senior care discovery process can be a little daunting and stressful for anyone considering elder care services or products for themselves or a loved one.

Often times an event occurs that accelerates the need for comprehensive senior care guidance, such as a slip and fall, hospital visit or new diagnosis. Understandably, our clients find themselves frustrated trying to navigate the senior health care system, while having to make important decisions about health and wellbeing rather quickly. This is where mistakes can occur–and this is where Aging Tree can be of great assistance, saving you time, money and ensuring peace-of-mind.

Aging Tree is a unique company that provides one-stop shop solutions. Our resource center gives seniors and their families a place to start as they begin to confront the many aspects of senior living and elder care, sharing unbiased information on senior options in an extremely helpful and effective format.

Our Senior Care Advisors can provide a quick solution or a comprehensive, proactive plan–even for families attempting to help mom or dad from a distance. The best part is: our Senior Care Advisor Services are FREE! Experts in Florida senior services and senior living options support our organization, and the foundation of Aging Tree is reinforced by a variety of professional companies and associations that have passed rigorous standards for quality, ethics and reliability.

Ridgecrest Nursing and Rehabilitation Contact: LeeAnne Gallagher Phone: 386-734-4334

Pet Services:

Bewaggle Pet Services Contact: Marianne Carlson Phone: 386-956-0256

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Teaching You to Heal Without Surgery Let’s Talk About Frozen Shoulder and Diabetes!!!

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rozen Shoulder is a common and unfortunate consequence of shoulder injury or bursitis/tendinitis after injury or sometimes without any apparent trauma. Diabetics are especially prone to developing this problem with a 30% increased risk of frozen shoulder as compared to the general population.

In fact, Diabetes is rapidly becoming one of the most common afflictions of the adult population in the US today and orthopedic problems are often made more uncomfortable and have more chance of long term complications in these people.

The good news is that there are simple and effective answers to avoid becoming a statistic and succumbing to this pain and disability and this column and magazine are determined to teach you how.

So What is this condition known as adhesive capsulitis or “frozen shoulder” Actually, it is a common shoulder problem affecting literally hundreds of thousands of individuals every year.

Adhesive Capsulitis is most often associated with an injury that causes pain or discomfort with shoulder motion. There is often association as well with the nerves coming off the Cervical Nerve Roots C5 through T1. It is a combination issue of the constriction of the soft tissue capsular structures and involvement of the nerves proper.

The pain may not be severe in the area of the shoulder but the result is that unconsciously the individual limits regular use and full motion is the involved shoulder. Specifically there is less reaching overhead, less outward reach from the body

and less stress on the shoulder.

It is often associated with either inflammation in the shoulder joint or nerve injury about the neck and shoulder girdle such as brachial plexus injury. Reaching away from the body and specifically abduction activity puts stretch on the nerves or increases the local discomfort. Diabetics very often develop frozen shoulder rapidly and subtly after minor trauma or anything that might cause some inflammation in the area.

While some individuals can pinpoint the exact start of the limited motion, most experience noting the problem only after there is significant limitation of motion, or when pointed out to them This is due to the subtle issues of etiology alluded to above. The pain may start suddenly or begin slowly.

Pain and stiffness in the shoulder progressively increase. Often individuals report difficulty with sleep as the shoulder is particularly painful at night.

Reaching up to get items off shelves, reaching behind the back to tuck in a shirt or blouse becomes difficult or impossible.

A therapy program and the use of abduction devices that give support to the shoulder but also position the arm in abduction for a short time each day, as well as addressing underlying physical and nerve injury is often helpful in treating this problem. This is especially true in cases where we do see an underlying physiologic cause for

the problem and treatment of this will often allow progressive return of motion. Treatment though is essential, to avoid surgery which is very painful and highly unpredictable.

The need is to address the symptoms be they pain and/or stiffness with arm motion and abduction and stiffening about the shoulder girdle musculature.

We address this with intermittent abduction splinting and also take some of the pull off the proximal musculature and plexus proper by use of waist support for the arm. The literature shows that use of abduction for as little as 30 minutes a day along with appropriate exercises and therapy prevents the development of frozen shoulder and helps to treat capsulitis that has already developed.

Teaching of exercises, use of heat and cold modalaties and awareness of the progressive

By: Dr. Scott M. Fried motion program is essential to the healing process. You cannot break the scar tissue loose. It is too strong. The purpose of abduction splinting with the correct shoulder device, therapy and these exercises is to gently stretch the shoulder joint and encourage the return of motion.

This benign treatment allows more rapid and less expensive healing of these problems and less need for medication and often the ability to avoid surgery. This can effectively done is almost all cases and in my clinical practice we have been able to avoid surgery for this often painful and debilitating condition in essentially all cases that we see!

Our goal, is simple, to allow our patients and families to live long, pain free and prosper!!

For more information please visit my websites www.docinthehouse.com www.nervepain.com

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Free Walker Program

Free-For-All Seniors Free Walker Program

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t began as part of Aging Tree’s routine focus of assisting seniors no matter their care-resources needs, and help caregivers and healthcare professionals obtain the medical equipment they needed for elderly clients. But today, that help has blossomed into a FreeFor-All Seniors Free Walker Program at Aging Tree’s Orange City store.

For a limited time, interested seniors over 65 are invited stop by Aging Tree, 985 Harley Strickland Blvd, Ste. 100, Orange City (in the Kohl’s Shopping Plaza) between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday, register their information, and receive a free, front-wheeled walker with a valid doctor’s prescription.

Time and again, Aging Tree has been called upon to provide assistance with medical

equipment, and recently took it to the next level. The Free-ForAll Seniors Free Walker Program was simply developed out of need; a response to the ongoing call for help.

“With so many emergency medical calls related to senior falls, we anticipated that a walker-giveaway program would be well received,” said Corey Shenk, CEO of Aging Tree LLC. “We’re proud to be in a position to be able to help seniors and their caregivers find solutions to this issue.”

When Medicare cuts in benefits to beneficiaries made it significantly more difficult for seniors to obtain muchneeded equipment – such as wheelchairs and front-wheeled walkers – local social services directors like Dimary Rohena felt the pinch.

“It’s difficult finding the people who can provide the (wheelchairs and walkers),” said Social Services Director Dimary Rohena. In her work at the 120bed Orange City Nursing and Rehab facility, Rohena connects clients to many services, including obtaining medical equipment.

“The two hardest items to find are the front-wheeled walkers and wheelchairs,” she said.

“If I was an elderly person, it would be difficult. Most doctors don’t know where to get the equipment.”

Dimary has successfully obtained equipment from Aging Tree by connecting with Priscilla Kincaid LPN, and VP of Placement Services and Marketing for Aging Tree.

By Vickie Pleus Rohena says these days she “normally just calls Priscilla,” and has found the Aging Tree’s program easy and very helpful.

If you or a loved one is in need of a front-wheeled walker, now is the time to take advantage of the Free-For-All Seniors Free Walker Program at Aging Tree.

“We’ve seen a tremendous response to the Free Walker program,” said Shenk. “What an honor it is to help seniors in this way. It’s such a simple idea that’s making a huge impact. We hope the word spreads quickly.”

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ging Tree is excited to announce the addition of Apex Clinical Laboratories, Inc., located in the rear of our retail store on Harley Strickland Blvd in Orange City (nestled in the Kohl’s plaza behind Fish Memorial Hospital).

Apex is a full-service testing laboratory and draw station, which means they are now our resident clinical biochemistry, clinical pathology, and hematology experts—not to mention an important asset for any senior with questions about their health.

Now, what exactly are all those things mentioned above? And why can’t we just go to Fish Memorial Hospital down the road, or the Halifax Medical Center for all of our medical needs? While the folks at Apex do a significant amount of work for hospitals in the area, there are some key differences you should be aware of:

Apex is a dedicated private laboratory with a small customer base, meaning you get personal attention at every visit.

-- You won’t find doctors throwing around huge words none of us understand at Apex. Here at Aging Tree, we’re excited to be working with the Apex team because of their accessibility and excellent bedside manner.

Most of the work done at Apex Labs has to do with hematology—blood work. Our blood can tell a physician all kinds of different things about our current state of wellness, and getting your blood tested regularly is an important part of maintaining great health far into your golden years. So, what exactly is a health professional looking for when your blood sample goes under the microscope?

cerns to slip through the cracks.

-- Iron. The iron levels in your blood are directly related to the way you feel every day, and your ability to fight infection.

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By Courtney Senecal Iron-deficiency anemia is a silent killer, because in the early stages patients often don’t exhibit any physical symptoms: the only way to know for sure is to perform a blood test.

Iron is an essential component of hemoglobin, a chemical that helps red blood cells carry oxygen and other nutrients through your muscles and nerves. The most common symptom is simple fatigue, but this can quickly lead to more complications like dehydration, dizziness and fainting. When your blood is low in nutritive hemoglobin, your cont. on pg. 25

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heart has to work harder in order for your body to get the necessary fuel; this can lead to irregular heartbeats, heart murmurs, and greatly increase your risk of acute cardiac arrest. Getting a regular CBC (Complete Blood Count) can help physicians head these issues off before they become serious problems.

Apex technicians can test for all these things and more at their location in our store. The next time you’re shopping for medical supplies or just looking to get some information from one of our vendors, give Apex a look

Aging Tree is proud to have rounded out a network of on-site businesses, providing a one-stop senior resource center to Volusia County residents. The retail site in Orange City is designed to be a full-service senior information

to see if you might need a blood test. It will save you the worry of wondering whether your body is in tip-top shape, and it could save your life.

library of products, information and services, with everything from senior medical supplies, to

-- Calcium. Calcium is a do-it-all mineral for our bodies, helping us maintain strong bones and elastic muscle tissue. Abnormal calcium levels in our blood can point to a number of different issues, from simple malnutrition to more serious diagnoses like cancer or kidney disorders.

-- Enzymes. Enzymes are all over the inside of our bodies and play an important role in regulating and controlling the chemical reactions necessary to keep us going every day. Testing for different levels of certain enzymes is especially effective in diagnosing a patient’s risk of heart attack, and can also point to many more mundane disorders like allergies, digestive issues or localized infection.

hearing evaluations––and now the dedicated laboratory testing services of our newest friends at Apex.

Apex Clinical Laboratories, Inc. – A full-service lab with three draw stations conveniently located throughout Volusia County.

The locations include Aging Tree at 985 Harley Strickland Blvd, Suite 100 in Orange City; 933 Beville Rd, Suite 101-G in South Daytona; and 1701 S. Ridgewood Ave, Suite 105 in Edgewater.

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“Today’s assisted living facilities ARE NOT the old folk’s homes you heard about from your grandparents. Some of them are big, some are small, and some are just right for you and the people you love. There really are great places for all kinds of people from all walks of life. There are also price ranges to fit almost everyone’s budget.”

The following are my observations about the ALF’s I have recently visited. My first impression of some of the larger Assisted Living Facilities was of an upscale apartment complex—some, even on par with a nice hotel. Many of the smaller ALF’s are nice homes in

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Hi Y’all

n honor of National Assisted Living Week observed this month, I’d like to share some information with you about assisted living facilities (ALFs) or senior living communities and assisted living referral services. As a personal senior care giver and a senior living advisor, I have visited most of our local ALF’s and can tell you all about them; but first, I want to reiterate something I have said before.

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neighborhoods just like mine or yours. They range from small intimate homes to large homes with swimming pools and gardens. All of them provided good meals, but some varied from two meals a day, to all meals a day including snacks.

The assistance provided for the residents depended on the individual needs of the residents and the licensing of the facility.

I have found that for most families like mine, deciding what services and living conditions are best for them or their aging loved one is very difficult. This is where an assisted living referral service can help. An ALF referral service provides a FREE consultation with a senior living advisor. They offer extensive information about assisted living or senior living and senior care options available in our area; based on individual budget, specific care needs and lifestyle preferences.

These senior living advisors help families (AT NO COST) choose the appropriate assisted or senior living community that best meets their needs.

A friend of mine’s daughter who was a full-time care giver for her mother took advantage of an assisted living referral service suggested by Aging Tree—she recently wrote this heartwarming note:

can contact me or one of the other compassionate senior living advisors at Aging Tree, 985 Harley Strickland Blvd., Unit 100, Orange City, Florida 32763. Either way this is free!

Let Savvy Sue help you.

“I am doing much better because of your help......thank you again, a million times! Mom is going to her new home Tuesday and she is so excited. I feel so much relief coming over me. You made placement for her so very easy for me.”

Sincerely,

In my opinion, we all need to become more informed about assisted and senior living options. Let me know what you think.

Please email any comments or questions you may have about senior living, senior products or senior services to customerservice@agingtree. com with Comments for Savvy Sue in the subject line. Or you

Savvy Sue NCAL is proud to announce that “The Magic of Music” is the theme selected for the 2014 National Assisted Living Week (NALW), which will be celebrated during the week of September 7-13, 2014.

“The Magic of Music” showcases the integral role that music plays in assisted living residences every day. The transformational effect of music continues as individuals age and can provide joy, comfort and in some cases, memories long ago experienced.

For more information on Assisted Living Placement Services contact Aging Tree at 386-774-2446

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any older people are victims of elder abuse, sometimes called elder mistreatment. It can happen to anyone—no matter what their race, religion, or background.

And, it can happen in many places including the older person’s home, a family member’s house, assisted living facility, or nursing home.

What is Elder Abuse?

Elder abuse is defined by any abuse and neglect of persons age 60 and older by a caregiver or another person in a relationship involving an expectation of trust.

Sometimes there may be abuse or neglect going on, yet because we are not familiar with the definitions, we are not aware. Some definitions of elder abuse/neglect are as follows: Physical abuse happens when the caregiver causes bodily harm by hitting, pushing, or slapping.

Emotional abuse can include a caregiver yelling, saying hurtful words, threatening, or repeatedly ignoring an older person.

Keeping an older person from seeing close friends and relatives is another form of emotional abuse.

Sexual abuse involves a caregiver forcing an older adult to watch or be part of sexual acts.

Neglect by caregiver occurs when the caregiver is not responsive to the older person’s needs.

Abandonment is leaving an older person alone without planning for his or her care.

Financial abuse or Exploitation happens when money or belongings are stolen. This can include forging checks, taking retirement and Social Security benefits, or using another person’s credit cards and bank accounts.

Financial abuse includes: use of coercion or deception to surrender finances or property; or improper use of guardianship or power of attorney. Examples of

this would be, changing names on a will, bank accounts, life insurance policies, or the title to a house. It can be very upsetting to the person taken advantage of, and in addition to losing money, some older adults never regain their sense of trust and selfworth.

Healthcare fraud can be committed by doctors, hospital staff, and other healthcare workers.

It includes overcharging, billing twice for the same service, falsifying Medicaid or Medicare claims, or charging for care that wasn’t provided.

Spiritual Abuse can be coupled with other forms abuse by the perpetrator. Some examples might be, citing scripture to justify the abuse, using shame and guilt to coerce victims, and denying freedom of choice, including what to believe spiritually.

Who gets abused?

Most victims of abuse are women (67%), but some are men. Likely targets are older people who have no family or friends nearby, and those who suffer from physical handicaps or memory problems.

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Heart-Soul-Body-Mind Abuse can happen to any older person, but often affects those who depend on others for help with activities of everyday life— including bathing, dressing, and taking medicine. The frailest people are often abused because

By Loren Fish, LCSW

How to report Elder Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation:

1-800-96-ABUSE (22873) they appear to be easy victims.

Why do they get abused?

Caring for an older person can be a demanding and difficult job. It can be very stressful.

The caregiver may need to be available 24 hours a day to fix meals, provide nursing care, take care of laundry and cleaning, drive to doctor’s appointments, and pay bills. Caregivers may have additional worries. Many put their own financial future on hold when they give up paying jobs to care for an older friend or relative.

Average number of elderly abuse cases, in US each 2,150,000 year Percent Percent of elderly population that will experience 9.5 % some type of abuse Percent of Adult Protective Service cases that 68 % involve actual elderly abuse Percent of different kinds of elder abuse: Neglect 58.5 % Physical Abuse 15.7 % Financial Exploitation 12.3 % Emotional Abuse 7.3 % Sexual Abuse 0.04 %

The Florida Department of Elder Affairs works in conjunction with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Adult Protective Services and the Aging Network to protect disabled adults or elderly persons from further occurrences of abuse, neglect or exploitation. You may use the following options to begin a referral: The Florida Department of Elder Affairs works in conjunction with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Adult Protective Services and the Aging Network to protect disabled adults or elderly persons from further occurrences of abuse, neglect or exploitation. You may use the following options to begin a referral: Phone: Call Florida Abuse Hotline at 1-800-96-ABUSE (1800-962-2873). Press 1 to report suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of the elderly or a vulnerable adult. This toll free number is available 24/7. TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf): 1-800-453-5145

By Fax: To make a report via fax, please send a detailed written report with your name and contact telephone to 1-800914-0004. (need to download a form from the website).

To report Online: Go to DCF website: www.dcf.state.fl.us/ programs/abuse/report.shtml

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The abuse has stopped.

Now What?

Most physical wounds heal in time. But, any type of mistreatment can leave the abused person feeling fearful and depressed. Sometimes, the victim thinks the abuse is his or her fault. Protective services agencies can suggest support groups and counseling that can help the abused person heal the emotional wounds.

When someone you know or love has been abused, it is important to intervene and stop the abuse, yet the help can’t stop there. In her book, Ministering Hope to Healing Hearts, Roberta Fish talks about how to help in someone’s healing journey, after abuse. One of the keys to this is helping the survivor create a circle of support. “God uses people to minister to other people. God works with groups.

Survivors tend to pull back and isolate…..Empowering them step-by-step to include others in their lives is a valuable part of healing”. This circle of support will not only help them on their healing journey, yet also will help their caregivers, to avoid burn-out, fatigue and potential for abuse.

Credit for information for this article may be given to: National Institute on Aging, National Center on Elder Abuse - Bureau of Justice Statistics, Florida Department of Elder Affairs, and RobertaFish.com

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Classifieds Industry Jobs Home Maker/Companion Jobs available, experience preferred, reference and backgrounds checks. Qualified individuals call: 386-774-9090 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.

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Aging Tree Illustrated offers free classified ads for those needing to sell their used items. You may list your ad by submitting information to: customerservice@agingtree.com or mailing to 985 Harley Strickland Blvd., Suite 5, Orange City, FL 32763 Attention-Classifieds (50 word maximum per ad).

Used Medical Used Medical Deltona Public Library Association Inc Equipment Equipment

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Vienna Medical - 386-774-2440 Pride Jazzy Motorized We Strengthen the Library and theHD Community Invacare Shower Chair/Commode Young or old, native or newcomer, we make our library better Wheelchair Best offer takes it!!!for you.

Wheelchair Model # 6895 New Batteries September 2013 The Book Nest, used book $200.00 5 years old $300 obo Cash or store, in Deltona Regional Money Order Only Library sells gently-used items Used Harmar Scooter Lift Only Contact Dallas: 386-956-6621 including over 4000 volumes Holds Scooters $300.00 Contact: Christy Jefferson FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE in all genres, children’s, Telephone: 386.574.9376 Email: cjefferson3@cfl.rr.com Invacare Power Wheelchair-Elec. magazines, CDs, DVDs, VHS Used Bruno Inside Boom Lift Model Battery powered chair-Pronto tapes and Large Print. # USL-670 $650.00 M51-Sure Step.

Seat 20” squareThe books are $1 each or height is 50” with Friends of Deltona Library 6/$5. head adjustable, 24.5” wide. Has 6 The Nest, used store, inwheels-very Deltona Regional Library sells gently-used including NEW!Book Kia Sportage Classbook II Hidden For furtheritems information, sturdy over 4000 volumes in all genres, children’s, magazines, CDs, DVDs, VHS tapes and Large at Hitch $100.00 contact Christy Jefferson & maneuverable.

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386-574-9376 Dk. blue/extra pads. Strong & WALKbooks IN SIT BATH/SHOWER The are $1 each or 6/$5. easy with rt. hand joystick fast or $2000 obo, Deltona. slow. Paid $1200. asking $500. OBO Premier Almond Bubbler Contact Mrs. Mathews 386-788For further information, contact Christy Jefferson at 386-574-9376 27” wide x 48” long (adjustable) 7602 Easy installation. Free delivery Hoveround in available within 30 miles. excellent condition Cash only. for sale asking 500.

Contact Gary at ham_on_wry@ Contact Mary at yahoo.com 386-848-8814 NEW! Pride Silver Star Boom 250 $1500

4 Cemetery Plots in Deltona Memorial Gardens Garden of Eternal Light #2 Value $3000.00 each Selling Below Value Contact: 386-717-6267 or 386-785-4497

AOX-PRO Inova Labs Portable Oxygen Concentrator Cost was 3200.00 used less than 20 hours, Will sell for 2200.00 Please call 386-479-8941

Invacare Power Chair for Electric Hospital bed Electric Hoyer Contact: Bob 386-860-3774

Used Items for Sale Large Frame Mens Bike DiamondBack Comfort Model From Dicks Sporting Goods for $230 - Selling Price $170 Contact: Randy 386-624-6272

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September SENIORS ON SUNRAIL DAYCATION 8:30 AM - September 10 & 24, 2014

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COMMUNITY SPECIAL EVENTS Aging Tree Presents Fall Wellness Festival 10 AM - 1 PM September 20, 2014

Fall Art Camp for Seniors Gateway Center for the Arts – 386-668-5553 9:00 PM – 4:00 PM September 15 - 18, 20 - 25, 2014

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EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT

Diabetes Nutrition Education Class - 386-917-5271 Summit Building Suite 211 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Sept. 18, 2014 Introduction to Computers for Seniors – 386-775-3121 Orange City Senior Center 9 AM – 10 AM Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2014

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HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS NETWORKING Healthpros Networking Hosted at Ridgecrest Nursing and Rehab 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Sept. 16, 2014 386-774-2446 Ext 303

West Volusia Ethics Coalition (Private Event) Orange City Nursing and Rehab 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Sept. 23, 2014

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HEALTH SCREENINGS & SUPPORT GROUPS Summit Medical Office Building 386-917-5000 (Directly behind the hospital) 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM Sept. 9, 2014 Mens Cancer Support Florida Hospital DeLand 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Sept. 2, 2014 Leukemia, Lymphoma, Myeloma Support Group Florida Hospital Fish Memorial Cancer Institute 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Sept. 4, 2014 Sleep Apnea/CPAP Support Group - 386-917-7600 Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sept. 10, 2014 Bereavement Support Group (Aging Tree) 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Sept 16, 2014 Alzheimers Support Group (Aging Tree) 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sept. 17, 2014 Cancer Support Group 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Sept. 17, 2014 Diabetes Support Group - 386-943-4727 Florida Hospital Fish Memorial 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Sept. 18, 2014 Transitions Support Group (Aging Tree) 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Sept. 25, 2014 Cafe con Leche Support Group (Aging Tree) 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Sept. 26, 2014