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Things to Teach Grandkids New Heart Device Reduces Stroke Risk by 95% Protecting Your Legacy with Tax Planning Senior Living Options in the Lehigh Valley Lifestylesover50.com

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• Senior Assessments

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“Summertime, and the livin’ is easy”.

I love that song by the Gershwins and I love that it is summertime.

This is the time for going to the beach, or to the neighborhood pool or just going for a long walk. It is a time to get real quality time with the grandkids now that they are out of school.

To that end we have articles on things to teach your grandkids, places to take them and some corny jokes to share with them. Enjoy.

We always have health articles in our issues and this one is no exception. There is an important article on a heart device that can reduce strokes by 95% for people with atrial fibrillation not caused by a heart valve problem. Another article discusses the treatment of prostate cancer with imaging technology.

From The Editor Art Villafane

Growing up and even now as an adult I loved The Honeymooners TV show. If you are a Baby Boomer or older I am sure you share my feelings for the show.

So I included a trivia test of the show for your enjoyment. Good luck on the test and I hope it brings back memories that will make you smile.

I recently had a very serious health issue. It brought home to notion of having a will, advanced directives and the like. In this issue we have an article on planning your taxes to protect your legacy. It is serious food for thought. Please give it a read.

Lastly we have our listing of summer music concerts throughout the Valley. Almost all of them are free so grab some chairs, hop in your car and get in some great tunes. Maybe I will see you there.

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Food For Thought

Background

I have enjoyed a diverse career in food service for over 30 years - from restaurants to universities, colleges and health care. One of my favorites was being the Director of Food Service at Burnley which also included food service for Monroe County’s Meals on Wheels providing seniors at home with healthy and balanced meals. This was truly a very rewarding position to me, and a privilege to head this up for years. I would be remiss if I did not say that the seven years as Director here at Abington have been truly wonderful.

Adding Memory Care Village also raised the bar on food service to keep our seniors healthy through diet.

Cooking is an ongoing adventure of taste and texture.

Every day is a new beginning of creativity. It also is trial and error - you are like a chemist mixing ingredients to end up with a great formula at the end.

One of my favorite meals to make is also one of the top favorites of our residents. Even though it is a bit indulgent they love our homemade lasagna and meatballs.

Comfort foods are the most popular with the residents.

The familiar meals of their past with new and healthy twists are well received and enjoyed. To entice residents I do a couple of things. First I let them know that something new and exciting is going to be on the menu and encourage them to give it a try.

A case in point is our fresh salmon that we butcher right here. Our smoked salmon served with a fruit, vegetable and rice makes not only an amazingly healthy meal but very visually appealing to the eye as well as taste buds.

Adding smoke flavor to fish and chicken was another huge success. In our Memory Care facility we use special colored china to stimulate the mind as well as beautifully presented foods.

Joseph V. Armato / Director of Dietary Abington Manor and Abington Memory Care Village • • • • • • • • • •

Summer Salad for Two

2 cups baby spinach ½ cup Shitake mushrooms 8 oz. Fresh grilled chicken breast 2 cups roasted cubed butternut squash Toss in a bowl with olive oil, 1tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp ground ginger, ½ tsp sea salt & black pepper Roast in oven ½ hour 350 degrees 1 cup dried cranberries ½ cup sliced almonds Toss together all of the above with Balsamic or Raspberry vinaigrette Top with shaved asiago cheese & croutons

Recipes substitutions are easily made with a change in ingredients with those of natural fresh seasonings and sweeteners. Instead of mayonnaise for a turkey burger/ combine chunky cranberry sauce with tsp of low fat mayo and top a delicious burger. Sugar can be substituted with some of these items: pure honey, coconut sugar, date sugar, pure natural maple syrup. Salt substitutes are very tasty as well - a few are: basil, onion & garlic powder, sage, cinnamon, and bay leaves.

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Smile!

Jokes to Share with Your Grandkids

Q: Why don’t they play poker in the jungle?

A: Too many cheetahs.

Q: What is the difference between a cat and a comma?

A: One has the paws before the claws and the other has the clause before the pause.

Q: Where do dogs go when they lose their tails?

A: To the retail store.

Q: Did you hear about the cowboy who got himself a dachshund?

A: Everyone kept telling him to get a long, little doggie.

Q: Diner: I can’t eat this chicken.

Call the manager.

A: Waiter: It’s no use. He can’t eat it either.

Q: When do you go at red and stop at green?

A: When you’re eating a watermelon.

Q: Which side of a chicken has the most feathers?

A: The outside.

Q: How do men exercise at the beach?

A: By sucking in their stomach every time they see a bikini.

Summer Jokes

Q: What did the pig say at the beach on a hot summer’s day?

A: I’m bacon!

Q: What do you call six weeks of rain in Scotland?

A: Summer!

Q: What do you call a French guy in sandals?

A: Phillipe Phloppe.

Q: Why do birds fly South?

A: Because it’s too far to walk.

Q: Why do hummingbirds hum?

A: Because they don’t know the words.

Q: Where does a blackbird go for a drink?

A: To a crow bar.

Q: Why do hens lay eggs?

A: If they dropped them, they’d break.

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Things To Do With Grandkids Camelbeach Tannersville

Water Slides and Rides - Your family will have the time of their lives with 13 of the most exciting and innovative water slides ever experienced with tube slides, body slides, mat slides, bowl slides and aqua launch capsule slides as well as several kiddie-slides for even the youngest of thrill seekers! camelbeach.com

Dutch Springs Dutch Springs features a 50-acre lake in a natural setting.

It is spring-fed from an underground aquifer that filters through limestone to provide excellent visibility. With many inflatables on the water, children and adults will share splashes and smiles in the best Aqua Park in the region!

Scuba Diving is a popular sport below the surface, with attractions including a school bus, fire truck, trolley and aircraft at depths up to 100 feet. For adventure on land, tackle Sky Challenge, our climbing wall and high ropes adventure course! dutchsprings.com

Go big or go home. Let go of gravity and grab some air on our sprawling wall-to-wall trampoline courts. Challenge a friend or show off your inner acrobat. Push. Evolve.

Fly. The Foam Zone is all about big air and soft landings. Fly or flip into a pool of huge foam squares. Another balance challenge, SkyLadder challenges you in a different way: off your feet.

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Thrill Rides - Spin, twist, fly, swing, flip, splash, free fall or go fast! Whatever your preference, we have a variety of rides to get your heart racing. Our world class roller coasters and nostalgic thrill rides will keep you coming back for more!

Family Rides - Compete for a brass ring on the carousel, go for a relaxing train ride or view the park from high above.

Attractions - Tour our museums, visit our bald eagle habitat, try your hand at mini golf, or watch a show in 4D. Games - Turn up the friendly competition and try to win a prize! We have a unique mix of classic park games and arcade-style games that are suitable for the whole family.

The fun doesn’t stop when you get off the rides! knoebels.com

ImagiNation

An interactive, educational, entertainment experience where children ages 3-12 can role-play over 40 different careers within a realistic, kid-sized community. Throughout the 5,120 sq. ft. metropolis of pretend business enterprises, children choose professions and are paid with Biznis Bucks for the work they perform. imaginationexp.com 6

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Things to Teach Grandkids Grandchildren bond with their grandparents. So here are some things to teach them that build that bond.

Whistle

This simple skill tops the wish list for preschoolers everywhere. If your grandchildren already know how to whistle, teach them to use their fingers to make it extra-loud.

Spread icing on a cake

Show them how to spread icing smoothly on all sides to make it look just so. Get creative and pipe on some decorations, too. Don’t forget to lick your fingers — and the bowl!

Dive

It’s the coolest way to enter the pool. Help your grandchildren learn to use the proper technique and hit the water straight as an arrow. But remind them that diving is only for the deep end!

Shoot a basketball

By middle school, many young cagers are ready and eager to shoot one-handed like their favorite players.

Tie a necktie

Grandsons will feel grown-up when they ditch clip-on ties for the real thing. Watch them practice and give pointers.

Paint fingernails and toenails

Granddaughters love to do this so entertain them (especially granddads) with this activity.

Discover the wonders of the local library

Show your grandchildren all the amazing free things the library has to offer. Search on the computer for books they love and teach them how to use call numbers to locate them.

Jump rope

Young children love the simple joy of mastering this healthy activity. Teach older children how to jump double-dutch.

Shuffle cards the cool way

Every kid wants to learn the riffle shuffle.

Hit a baseball

If your grandchildren play T-ball, softball, or Little League, the fundamentals of hitting are the same. Watch their self esteem grow with each base hit!

Play jacks

Forget video games; this classic game will fascinate your grandchildren. Bounce the ball, grab the jacks, and catch that ball!

Drive a car

Increase what the kids learn in drivers’ ed, take them to an empty parking lot and let them show their stuff. If you can teach them how to drive a stick shift, so much the better.

Twirl a hula hoop

Not only will your grandkids love learning to hula hoop, they will never forget the sight of you shaking your hips!

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Blow on a dandelion

Make a wish while doing this age old tradition.

Do push-ups, sit-ups and other exercises

Make healthy physical exertion fun. The younger kids start, the better.

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TV Trivia Quiz - The Honeymooners Year The Honeymooners premiered?

A. 1955 B. 1956 C. 1957 Which network did The Honeymooners air on during its time on television?

A. CBS B. ABC C. NBC

Which of the five New York City boroughs did the Kramden’s call home?

A. Queens B. Brooklyn C. Bronx What is the name of the landlord of the Kramden’s tiny apartment house?

A. Mr. Smith B. Mr. Johnson C. Mr. McDonnell

What was the name of the bus company that employed Ralph?

A. City Bus Line B. Gotham Bus Company C. Public transportation line

True or false: There is no continuing story arc in The Honeymooners, because all of the episodes of self contained.

A. True B. False

What does Ralph often develop due to his lack of success?

A. Quirky inventions B. Get rich quick schemes C. Pyramid schemes

What is the name of The Honeymooners opening theme?

A. “If You Ain’t Got Love” B. “You’re My Greatest Love” C. “Love Is All”

What is Alice Kramden’s most notable personality trait?

A. Her sarcasm B. Her levelheadeness C. Her compassion

How many episodes of The Honeymooners were actually filmed?

A. 39 B. 50 C. 100

What is the name of the lodge that Ralph is a member of and frequents in his time off?

A. The Moose Lodge B. Brothers of Buffalo C. Loyal Order of Raccoon Answers: A, A, B, B, A, C, B, B, A, B, A 8

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Sudoku

The objective of Sudoku is to enter a digit from 1 through 9 in each cell, so each horizontal row contains each digit once, and each column contains each digit exactly once.

Wuzzle Puzzle

Wuzzle Answers 1. Sixth Sense 2. To Sum It Up 3. Blanket 4. Strong Undertow 5. Back Issues 6.Stretching the Truth

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Brain Health as You Age

By Lynn M. Wilson, DO, Lehigh Valley Health Network

Americans are living longer thanks to modern medicine and our understanding of disease prevention, diagnosis, and management; however, as a result we have also seen a significant increase in the number of older adults living with dementia. One of the most common questions I am asked, related to dementia, is, “how can I prevent this from happening to me?” We know many of the risk factors for developing dementia. They include age, family history, Eighth, seek medical treatment for genetics, and chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, depression, anxiety or other mental health stroke, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. concerns.

The Alzheimer’s Practice self-care to Association has put manage your stress levels One of the most common questions I am asked, together an excellent list in a healthy way. Things of 10 things that you can like yoga, Tai Chi and related to dementia, is, “how can I prevent this do to help reduce your meditation are all good from happening to me?” risk. ways to help deal with stress. Some studies First, exercise on show that uncontrolled a regular basis. depression is linked to increased rates of dementia.

Doing activity that elevates your heart rate and increases blood flow to the brain and body has been shown to reduce Ninth, keep up your social life. the risk of cognitive decline.

Last, challenge and activate your mind.

Second, keep reading.

Taking classes in person or online, attending lectures, or reading can help reduce your risk.

Solve crossword or Sudoku puzzles, build jigsaw puzzles, or play games that involve strategic thinking.

Third, stop smoking.

If you are having problems with your memory, or your friends and family have noticed that you are more forgetful than usual, bring it up with your doctor.

Fourth, manage your chronic conditions.

Early detection can allow you to get the maximum benefit from the resources available, maintain your independence longer, and help you to plan for your future. Early detection may also allow you to participate in clinical drug trials that help advance research.

Studies show that smoking is bad for your health, and quitting smoking can reduce that risk to levels comparable to those who have not smoked.

In partnership with your doctors, make sure that your cholesterol, high blood pressure, and diabetes are under control.

Fifth, protect your brain.

Brain injuries increase your risk of dementia. Wear a seat belt, use a helmet, and take precautions to prevent falls.

Sixth, eat a balanced diet.

Some studies have shown that following a diet lower in fat and higher in vegetables and fruits, like the Mediterranean diet, may reduce your risk of developing dementia.

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Seventh, get plenty of rest.

Talk with your doctor to be sure that you are getting enough sleep. If you have a sleep disorder, such as sleep apnea, be sure it is well controlled. Sleep plays a significant role in memory and thinking.

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Transitioning To Senior Living – Step One

By Elissa Clausnitzer, SRS, CMRS Transitioning to Senior Living is not always easy. Some people move to downsize and free themselves from home maintenance, others for socialization and yet others for the assistance with daily activities.

Regardless of the motivation, the move represents change, which can be emotionally draining.

Currently, the residential real estate market is bustling with demand for houses; there are more buyers than there are homes available for purchase.

If you are contemplating moving to senior living in the next six months, engaging a realtor with experience working with seniors is One aspect of the move that can a good first step. This will give you be made easy is selling your home. time to consider your home’s value Using an experienced realtor not and calculate its potential value if only helps you delegate the task but also ensures that you you could make minor repairs, cosmetic updates or stage the maximize your home’s value in a timely manner. Often people property. rely on their home’s equity Elissa Clausnitzer, SRS is a to help fund their next licensed Realtor with Weichert Currently, the residential real estate market Realtors and has over 30 years of stage in life; the sale of is bustling with demand for houses; there property is an important experience in real estate. Elissa step in the transition to specializes in helping boomers are more buyers than there are homes senior living. and seniors achieve their goals in available for purchase. their next step in life. Call her at 610-573-0386.

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Protecting Your Legacy with Tax Planning

By James J. Ruggiero Jr. Esq., AEP, EPLS

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ou spend your whole life building your legacy but sadly, that is not always enough. Without careful tax planning, much of it could be lost to taxes or misdirected. While a will or living trust is essential for dividing your estate as you wish, an efficient tax plan ensures you pass on as much of your legacy as possible.

Understanding Estate Tax Laws

Through the years, estate tax laws have undergone Significant changes. Currently, there is an estate tax exclusion of $5,490,000 ($10,980,000 for married couples). Moreover, the 2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act more than doubles this amount to $11,180,000 as of the 2018 tax year. In addition, the estates of married couples continue to benefit from “portability.” This means that when one spouse dies, the unused portion of his or her exemption is passed on to the surviving spouse. Portability is not automatic, however, as the unused portion must be transferred by the executor to the surviving spouse and a special tax return filed within nine months. Taxes only become due after both spouses have died.

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Optimizing Your Estate Plan

One way to maximize the amount you can pass on is through annual gifting while you are alive. An individual is allowed to give $15,000 each year to another individual, tax-free. If you give more than that, your basic lifetime exclusion will be reduced. As an example, if you give a child $50,000 this year, the $5.49 million exclusion will be reduced by $35,000 at the time of your death. It is important to note that gift taxes are paid by the giver, not the recipient.

An experienced estate tax planning attorney can help minimize potential inheritance, gift and estate taxes by:

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New Heart Device Reduces Stroke Risk by 95%

By Mary DeHaven, St. Luke’s University Health Network A revolutionary device permanently implanted in the heart can significantly reduce the risk of stroke for individuals with a particular type of irregular heart rhythm.

Used to treat for people with atrial fibrillation not caused by a heart valve problem (non-valvular AFib), the Watchman™ permanent heart implant effectively reduces the risk of stroke with a 95 percent success rate.

and blood vessels, which can cause the blood clots that cut off the blood supply to the brain and cause a stroke.

“About the size of a quarter, the Watchman device is inserted through a tube that travels to the left atrium of the heart, the part of the heart in which about 90 percent of stroke-causing clots form during AFib,” says Dr. Stevens.

“The Watchman simply plugs the area so clots can’t form there and then dislodge to be sent off to the brain and body, causing a stroke.”

Patrick is doing well after the procedure and subsequent onenight hospital stay. He describes the recovery as “uneventful” with only small discomfort in the groin area.

Watchman™ Permanent Heart Implant

“I’ve had problems in the past with bleeds in the brain because of years of blood thinner use and I was always worried about the risk of falling and stroke,” explains Patrick. “But the doctors are now confident that I can cut back the use of blood thinners and brain bleeds will not be a concern in the future. I’m so grateful that I can now lead a normal active life.”

Furthermore, the device is an alternative to the lifelong use of the blood thinner warfarin, or Coumadin, for people non-valvular Afib. This eliminates the patient’s risk of bleeding that can come with the long-term use of warfarin and other blood thinners, as well as the regular blood tests and food-and-drink restrictions that come with blood thinners.

St. Luke’s recently completed its first Watchman™ device implantation for patient Patrick Kotula, 71, of Nesquehoning, in a procedure led by cardiac electrophysiologist, Steven Stevens, MD. “The Watchman has been clinically studied for over 10 years and is FDA-approved as a good option for someone at risk for a stroke from atrial fibrillation,” explains Dr. Stevens.

“It’s also good for patients on blood thinners who are at high risk for bleeding. Bleeding in the brain can also cause a stroke, so the Watchman would allow these patients to safely stop taking the blood thinners that could be potentially harmful.”

Patients with AFib can be five times more likely to have a stroke because the condition puts a severe strain on the heart

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The Future of Dentistry Is Here in Bethlehem

By Dave Burt, Enhanced Dental Arts

It is with great pleasure that we celebrate the opening of Enhanced Dental Arts to the Bethlehem dental community Located at 2299 Brodhead Rd, upon entering the office, one is immediately struck by the open and airy atmosphere which has a comfortable and calming feel to it. People who are anxious and fearful will find it to be just one part in the overall experience which is geared to alleviating apprehension and fear of dental treatment.

From flavored waters in the reception to warm towels infused with essential oils after treatment is done, patients are made to feel that this is not just another trip to the dentist. To compliment the spa feel of Enhanced, our team of doctors will provide the very best in dental care, utilizing the latest in available technologies and services.

Services provided at Enhanced Dental Arts range from

basic cleanings, fillings, and whitening treatments, to more complex therapies such as root canals, crowns, orthodontics, gum therapies and implants, placed and restored. Patient expectations in comfort and efficiency are reached and surpassed using digital technologies now available to the dental world. While using the best in dental techniques and materials is a hallmark of Enhanced Dental Arts, it is our doctors who make going to the dentist easier to handle. Dr. Dave Burt has over 40 years of experience here in the Lehigh Valley and is credentialed in many types of services from implants and guided surgery, to cosmetics and complex sleep apnea therapy.

His approach to patient care has always been that of offering multiple treatment options and then explaining the pros and cons of each. Fully understanding what can be done and then deciding on a course of action after careful consideration of financial resources, is what makes the patient experience less stressful. Dr. Dave’s associate, Dr. Derek Demainczyk, is a recent addition to the team and brings more of the same treatment philosophy and skilled handling of procedures that our patients enjoy. His belief that not just hearing patients concerns, but truly listening to their problems, allows him to develop treatment plans which are tailored specifically for each individual. Our doctors pride themselves with creating a more pleasant experience and helping our patients realize a life long smile.

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Summer Concerts Times and venues are subject to change. Please check before a concert.

ALBURTIS 5-9 p.m. at Alburtis Park unless otherwise noted: July 6 -- Come Sundown July 7 -- Phoenix July 13 -- Blazin’ Sky July 14 -- Tenn, Tradition July 20 -- Stampede Band July 21 -- Hickory Rose July 27 -- Arizona Ramblers July 28 -- Mesa Aug. 3 -- Sidewinder Aug. 4 -- Renegade Aug. 10 -- Tennessee Tradition Aug. 11 -- Midnight Special Aug. 17 -- Mesa Aug. 18 -- Arizona Rambler Aug. 24 -- The Hawks Aug. 25 -- Chickasaw Aug. 31 -- Stampede Band ALLENTOWN 8 p.m. in West Park, 16th and Linden streets, Allentown, unless noted.

July 4 -- Marine Band, site to be announced July 5 -- Allentown Band, Sousa Concert . Rain location: Scottish Rite Cathedral July 7 -- Municipal Band July 9 -- Marine Band July 11 -- Andrew Roblin July 12 -- Royalaires, Bethlehem Rose Garden, “Dancing Under the Stars,” 7:30 July 13 -- Malarkey July 14 -- Marine Band July 16 -- Pioneer Band, Youth Concert July 17 -- Marine Band, Phoebe Home, 7 p.m.

July 18 -- Munopco July 19 -- Municipal Band, Beth. Rose Garden, 7:30 p.m.

Bethlehem Legion Band, West Park, 8 p.m.

July 21 -- Pioneer Band July 26 -- Allentown Band July 27 -- Muni. Band, Union Terrace Ampitheater, 8 p.m.

July 28 -- Marine Band July 30 -- Pioneer Band Aug. 2 -- Municipal Band Aug. 3 -- Lehigh Valley Jazz Ensemble Aug. 4 -- Pioneer Band and New Holland Band Aug. 6 -- Municipal Band Aug. 9 -- Allentown Band Aug. 10 -- Marine Band, Union Terrace Amphitheater Aug. 11 -- Municipal Band Aug. 13 -- Pioneer Band Aug. 14 -- Allentown Band , Phoebe Home, 7 p.m.

Aug. 15 -- Munopco Aug. 16 -- Dave Neith Orchestra, Jordan Park, “Dancing Under the Stars,” 8 p.m.

Aug. 18 -- Marine Band Aug. 19 -- Allentown Jazz Ensemble Aug. 20 -- Allentown Band Aug. 21 -- Municipal Band, Phoebe Home, 7 p.m.

Aug. 23 -- Royalaires, Irving Park, “Dancing Under the Stars” Aug. 24 -- Pioneer Band, Union Terrace Amphitheater, 8 p.m.

Aug. 25 -- Allentown Band, Youth Concert, 3 p.m.

BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP 7 p.m. Large Pavilion, Municipal Park.

July 14 -- Easton Municipal Band EMMAUS 6 p.m. Performance Arts Pavilion, Community Park, unless noted otherwise.

July 4 -- Walt Groller Polka Band July 7 -- Midnight Special Country Western Band July 14 -- The Royalaires Band July 21 -- Joe Weber Polka Band July 28 -- Pioneer Band Aug. 4 -- Marine Band Aug. 11 -- Johnny Dee Polka Band Aug. 18 -- River Boat Banjo Band Aug. 25 -- Joe Kroboth Polka Band NORTHAMPTON Concerts are at 7:30 p.m. at various borough locations.

June 4 -- Celtic Adventure, Canal Street Gazebo June 11 -- Royalaires, Canal Street Gazebo June 18 -- Royalaires, 18th and Lincoln Avenue June 25 -- Big Band Ambassadors, 18th and Lincoln Avenue July 2 -- Pioneer Band , 14th and Washington Avenue WILSON Concerts are at 7 p.m. at Meuser Park Band Shell, Wilson.

June 2 -- Wilson High School Band June 9 -- Pete Pettinelli Band June 16 -- Keystone String Band June 23 -- Keystone Banjo Express June 30 -- Alpine Express July 7 -- Hackettstown Band July 14 -- Warren County All-Star Band July 21 -- Bobby Bear Swing Band July 28 -- P.K. Band Aug. 4 -- Hometown German Band Aug. 11 -- Dave Neith Orchestra Aug. 18 -- Lehigh Valley Italian-American Band Aug. 25 -- Easton Municipal Band Aug. 9 -- West Park, 16th and Linden streets

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Let’s Make a Deal!

By Alan Allegra

Who (except for a few of us older folks) can forget the sight of people dressed in outlandish costumes vying for attention and the chance to obey Monty Hall’s call to “Come on down!”? Let’s Make a Deal was an opportunity for the illclothed to win it all or lose it all.

3:16). Jesus expanded a bit on this deal when he said, “For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who looks on the Son and believes in him should have eternal life, and I will raise him up on the last day” (John 6:40). That’s all there is to it! “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household” (Acts 16:31).

How many times have you seen those commercials for everything from cars to cable TV to cosmetic cremes that offer you an unbeatable deal? However, a vital part of those deals is the fine print: “If you don’t like it, return it for a full refund (minus shipping, handling, and restocking fees).” “If you call within the next five minutes, you will get a second Shaft-O-Matic Combination Washer / Dryer / Egg Poacher for free! (Just pay an extra combination-offer fee)!”

Big deal! There’s always a catch. The seller is not going to take a financial dive to make you happy. As the old folks used to say, “Nothing in life is free!”

We’ve even recently heard about deals that governments have been making and breaking and leaking and tweaking.

Nothing seems easy or permanent.

The apostle Paul spent his life spreading the good news (gospel), begging people to believe in this unbelievable deal.

He made the terms simple, with no fine print: “We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God” (1 Cor. 5:20-21).

God says, in effect, “Give me your sin and I’ll give you the righteousness of my son. I’ll take your foolish costume and clothe you in holiness” (See Revelation 3:18). Who can resist that call to “Come on down!” to the cross of Christ?

People in the Bible made deals for better or worse. Jacob, later Israel, made a deal with God “saying, ‘If God will be with me and will keep me in this way that I go, and will give me bread to eat and clothing to wear, so that I come again to my father’s house in peace, then the Lord shall be my God, and this stone, which I have set up for a pillar, shall be God’s house. And of all that you give me I will give a full tenth to you’” (Genesis 28:20-22).

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He later made a deal with someone less dependable than God: his uncle Laban (Genesis 29). Jacob agreed to work seven years so he could marry Rachel, “and they seemed to him but a few days because of the love he had for her” (v. 20).

However, when the time was fulfilled, Laban gave Jacob Leah, 1 Hour and made him work another seven years. What a creep.

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DeSales University 2755 Station Ave. Center Valley, PA University Center Building Afternoon Presenter Lori La Bey Founder of Alzheimer’s Speaks

JULY 30, 2018 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM LEHIGH VALLEY ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER RETREAT

Kim Campbell

Wife of Grammy Hall of Fame & Award-Winning Music Artist Glen Campbell, Co-Founder of Careliving.org Kim is an impassioned speaker who has an intimate understanding of the complex challenges faced by people living with dementia and their families.

Join Kim as she honors Glen by continuing his quest to educate people about Alzheimer’s disease.

Free Event Presented by: LVPG Geriatric Medicine The Fleming Memory Center

Morning Education Session Creative Aging: How Brave Space and the Arts Inspire Self-Expression in Older Adults

Senior Safety (Driving & Home Safety) Afternoon Education Session Senior Scams Dementia & Your Legal Rights

Registration required at: https://is.gd/caregiver2018 or call 610-969-2241 Lunch can be purchased on site

Prostate Cancer Surveillance and Treatment

By Mary DeHaven, St. Luke’s University Health Network New MRI Technology Can Lead to Earlier Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer and Individualized Treatment In the past, men over the age of 55, especially those with elevated PSAs, a blood marker for prostate cancer, would have to rely on a combination of blood tests and biopsies to monitor for early or recurrent signs of prostate cancer.

But new imaging technology, multiparametric MRI provides detailed anatomical and functional information about the prostate, including location, size, shape of any tumors and whether or not the cancer has spread outside the walls of the prostate.

“Prostate cancer is not only the most common cancer in men, it’s also highly curable when detected early,” explains Zachariah Goldsmith, MD, PhD, urologist, St. Luke’s Center for Urology. “It’s also asymptomatic so screening is our best chance of detection and cure. This MRI technology provides doctors with detailed, state-of- the-art prostate imaging to diagnose and manage prostate cancer to ensure the best possible outcome.”

The multiparametric MRI helps to evaluate and follow men who have normal biopsies but elevated PSAs, and those who have low-grade, slow growing prostate cancer that is commonly treated through active surveillance.

Before this technology became available, doctors did not have the accuracy to image the inside of the prostate. Recent technological advancements and the development of specific imaging techniques have allowed MRI to emerge as the gold standard to effectively visualize the prostate gland, aiding in prostate cancer surveillance and detection.

“MRI of the prostate has now evolved to a point where it is significantly improved in its ability to detect and help stratify risk for underlying prostate cancer,” says Laurie Sebastiano, MD, St. Luke’s diagnostic radiologist.

“It now plays an important role in management of patients on active surveillance who are at increased risk for prostate cancer.” In addition to detecting small, but clinically significant prostate cancer that may otherwise go undetected, another benefit is that the new MRI reduces the frequency of prostate biopsies.

Dr. Goldsmith re-emphasizes the importance of prostate cancer screening beginning at age 55 and much sooner if the patient has risk factors like family history or if the patient is of African descent. The multiparametric MRI is currently available at St. Luke’s advanced MRI units, including those at Bethlehem, Anderson, Monroe and Warren campuses.

“In some prostate cancer cases, men do not need to undergo treatment because they have a slower growing tumor that could be treated conservatively,” continues Dr. Goldsmith. “With the information we can gather from the MRI, we can cater treatment to specific cases and give each patient individualized care.”

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The Benefits of Memory Care Living

By Jeff Tintle, Lifestyles over 50

Those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia have specific lifestyle considerations. In early stage dementia one may be able to live with round the clock supervision at home or in a personal care home. As the disease progresses so does the level of care and attention of the individual. In middle or late stage dementia, one’s life, activities, environment and programs must be intentionally designed to mitigate the effects of the disease.

Memory care communities, like South Mountain Memory Care in Emmaus, cater to caring for seniors with cognitive issues. South Mountain Memory Care is a purpose-built facility with an exclusive focus on memory care residents.

Memory care is unique in the following ways: Staff – every member of the staff from the administrator to the chef is trained, and receives on-going training, on best practices to care for those with dementia. The care for an individual with dementia must be handled methodically, ranging from how you approach, engage and redirect residents. Strategies for diffusing potential aggravating situations or managing agitation must be used. This applies to all facets of living including one-on-one care, meal times, and social interaction.

Programming – all aspects of life in a memory care community are well-thought out and individually customized based on each individual’s plan of care. Personal items mark each resident’s private suite and dresser tops and so is their schedule -- when residents are bathed, dressed, go to bed, eat, and other routines are carefully planned. Activities are all structured to stimulate physical movement or cognition.

Non-constructive activities like watching television are virtually eliminated and replaced with games, puzzles, reading, or enjoying the life around them with a fish tank or aviary.

Residents with cognitive decline may still enjoy watching TV. Memory is often triggered by TV. Conversation by involved staff can be directed to a time and place in the past that is pleasurable and stimulating. TV programs such as sports, old TV shows and even cartoons are still favorites of those persons diagnosed with moderate to severe dementia.

Facilities - The design and layout of South Mountain minimizes over-stimulation as many residents become overwhelmed by large groups and spaces. The layout can be and can be susceptible to confusion and distraction.

To achieve this, the 24-room building is divided into two, 12-room neighborhoods. Each neighborhood has its

own common area for arts and crafts, dining and other activities. Additionally, all decorations and furnishings are safe and functional for residents, it encourages activity and exploration, but discourages exit seeking. The entire facility is secure to decrease the possibility of a resident being able to leave the building.

Family Involvement – Given the nature of the residents’ mental condition, family members are encouraged to play active roles in designing the care plan and lifestyle for each resident. Families are free to visit the community at will and receive frequent communication about their loved ones.

South Mountain Memory Care is the only privately owned, stand alone memory care community in the Lehigh Valley. If you seek memory care living for your loved one you are encouraged to call Executive Director Victoria Snyder to schedule your personal tour at 610-965-7662 or visit lehighvalleymemorycare.com.

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What Kind of Senior Living is Right for Me?

By Clark Shuster, Owner Graceful Senior Solutions When you begin to look for senior living, you’ll soon find out that there are all sorts of options to choose from. These options can be confusing and overwhelming, so here they are in plain and simple terms!

Independent Living (IL) communities are geared for seniors who do not need any assistance in their daily living.

These communities offer cottages and/ or apartments for rental. Activities that are offered will vary between communities.

Communities may offer a great deal, while others will offer some activities and others will offer no activities.

Assisted Living (AL)

As far as meals are concerned, some communities will offer a meal(s) while others will not. The amenities offered by the community will impact the price you pay.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC)

offer long-term contracts that guarantee lifelong shelter and access to specified health services. A staff of medical professionals provides different levels of care, from Independent Living to Assisted Living to Skilled Nursing care. A lump-sum entrance fee is usually paid upon admission and residents move in while they’re independent and age in place. These communities offer many activities and amenities for the residents. The CCRC contract covers shelter, residential services (meals, activities, amenities) in addition to long-term nursing care without an increase in monthly payments.

Personal Care (PC)

communities provide assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADL) such as eating, toileting, transferring (walking), meals, bathing and continence. These communities usually provide an array of supervised activities for the resident.

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Unlike a CCRC, a large, up-front fee is not required. Monthly rental costs are based upon the size of the resident’s accommodation and the level of care that is needed for the resident. Prior to admission, communities will perform an “assessment” of the potential resident to determine the level of care that is required. If the potential resident needs assistance with more ADL’s, their cost will be higher and vice versa.

communities are similar to Personal Care communities in providing residents with assistance with Activities of Daily Living. In Pennsylvania, there are a few differences between Assisted Living and Personal Care Communities.

An Assisted Living Residence room is akin to a studio apartment in that the resident will have a private living space with their own kitchen and bathroom.

Assisted Living Residences also offer services so that a resident may advance to a nursing home level of care should that become necessary. In Personal Care, if a person’s health needs become too great, they may be transferred to a skilled nursing facility, since a Personal Care Home is prohibited from providing acute medical care.

Memory Care (MC)

communities are designed specifically for people with moderate to severe dementia. They offer all the amenities of Assisted Living and Personal Care communities along with a secured living environment, which prohibits residents from wandering away. Oftentimes, an Assisted Living or Personal Care community will have a Memory Care community on site. There are also communities devoted exclusively to Memory Care.

Clark Shuster is dedicated to helping seniors and their families find senior living. For additional information, call 215-539-9185 or visit www.gracefulseniorsolutions.us/ reverse-squeeze-page

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Volunteers Needed Phoebe Allentown seeks individuals to assist with memory support neighborhoods; 610-7945362 jwickel@phoebe. org. Volunteers Needed for Phoebe’s Spirit Alive: A New Spiritual Care Program for Residents with Dementia to share stories of faith and interact with older adults with dementia, to lead small group sessions at Phoebe’s skilled care center. For more information, contact Alisha Tatem at atatem@phoebe.org or 610-927-8554 Meals on Wheels Northampton City and Calvary United Methodist provide meals to seniors in Easton area. Janet Soos janets@mealsonwheelspa.org Meals on Wheels of Lehigh County - Teams of 2 deliver in Lehigh County.

Drive or ride along. 610398-2563 or dstillwagen@ mealsonwheelslc.org.

Compeer of LV- volunteer 4 hrs. a month with a person with mental illness. Listen, go for a walk, watch a movie, enjoy a cup of coffee, etc.

Main duty – Have Fun! 610432-3919 x2261.

Do you have old classic records that you want to sell?

Call Julius Vitali of VINYLALLY HEAR at

610-217-1629 (cell) 610-966-6202 (phone)

Buying classical records and collections

Heartland Hospice seeks Social/Support Groups volunteers to offer bedside support and presence to those facing terminal illness. Training, flex ENCORE (female cancer hours. Robin Trexler, 610-266-0134 support / exercise group) Tues.

6:30-8pm & Fri. 9:15-10:30am.

Compassionate Care has a Allentown YMCA 425 S. variety of volunteer opportunities 15th St. 610-434-9333, x 313. with a training and support allentownymcaywca.org. programs. Call Carolyn at 610770-6500.

Emmaus Garden Club Faith Presbyterian Church, First Tues Center for Vision Loss seeks 1pm North 2nd and Cherokee volunteers to assist blind and Streets, Emmaus. Public visually impaired people as welcome. 610-966-4181. companions, drivers and Mall Walk helpers. Office assistants Vision Loss Support Group and vision screeners are for LV residents facing vision needed. Training provided. loss. First Thurs., 10-11:30 610.433.6018, x.231rita.lang@ am. 610-433-6018 Center for centerforvisionloss.org.

Vision Loss, 845 W. Wyoming St., Allentown.

Drivers: ITNLehighValley provides rides for seniors over AARP Chapter #4150 First 60 and visually impaired adults.

Thurs 12PM Community Drive riders to appointments in LV. Requires vehicle, good driving Room Lower Macungie Library 3450 Brookside Rd. record, some free time. Training Amy Hillegass speaks on provided, we work with your Macungie Activities. Guests schedule. 610-419-1645. welcome. Ice cream and Lehigh Valley Hospice provides coffee, tea for $1.00 (bag lunch). 610-285-4563 volunteer opportunities for individuals who believe that life is a journey. Join us and discover AARP #5415 First Thurs.

12PM St. Timothy’s Church, how enriching it is to spend meaningful time with our patients. 140 So. Ott St., Allentown, Social hour with refreshments Lynn Schiavone 610-402-6054. at 12, business meeting 1 p.m. Guests welcome. Bring New Horizons Senior Ctr non-perishable food item for Narberth Borough Hall, 100 Allentown Food Bank, Conway Ave, Narberth, PA 610-437-4265 Opportunities: Contact Judy Ringold, 610-664-2366. Grocery Jordan United Church of Shopping Escort: Ride the bus every other Wed. morning. Front Christ, 2nd Sat. 10:30 Like gardening? Rt 309 & Walbert Desk Helper: Answer phones, Ave Allentown, peace garden, register people for programs, custom peace sculpture, peace lunch servers, dance instructors pole, worship areas, biblical for line dancing and Zumba. plant, children’s bed, gazebo, trails. 610-395-2218.

To volunteer as an Apprise Counselor or Volunteer St. John’s Friendly 50’s Ombudsman, or for info about meets 2nd Mon 1pm in volunteer opportunities, call the church’s social hall (610) 782-3034.

1343 Newport Ave, St. in Northampton.

Prayer and Share Together for Emotional Wholeness, 2nd Mon. Truth for Women, 3400 Bath Pike, Suite 110, Bethlehem. Also meet at Asbury Methodist Church Tuesday after the 2nd Monday.

Both 7-8:30 pm.

Prayer & Share Second Tues, 7-8:30 pm. Emotional wholeness, women’s support group, family struggling with depression, bi-polar, etc.

Asbury Methodist Church, Allentown. 610-395-8756.

Parkinson’s Support Group 3rd Wed. St. Luke’s Hospital Allentown 17th and Hamilton St. Refreshments and presentation 6:00 - 7:30 Topics related to PD. 866-STLUKES. LV Military Affairs Council Third Wed, Saucon Manor in Hellertown. 12-1:30pm, 484788-0196, info@lvmac.org, or www.lvmac.org for info.

Men of Retirement Age Club, 4th Wed 1-2:30pm Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Rd, Hanover.

Fogelsville Seniors Meets every Wednesday at 1 at the Fogelsville Fire Company’s Social Hall, 7850 Lime Street, Fogelsville. New members are welcome!

St. John’s Friendly Fifties will have their annual picnic, rain or shine, on Monday, July 9th, from 12noon to 5PM at the 26th Street Playground in Northampton.

Palmer Senior Group Tues 1:30-4:30, meet seniors, play cards, share good times. Charles Chrin Community Ctr Palmer Township 610-252-2098 palmercommunitycenter.org

Happenings: Events, Groups, Activities & More Please note that some groups do not meet in the summer Schnecksville Senior Group Thurs: games and social activities 12 pm. Schnecksville Fire Company Rt 309.

610-769-7570 Transitions and Changes Support Group - 1st Mon 610.664.2366. Support group helps create well-being amid life’s changes. Free private counseling by appt.. 610-6642366 with Joan Niles, LCSW

Exercise Bethlehem YMCA. For info www.ymcabethlehem.org/ or 610 867-7588.

Allentown YMCA. For info allentownymcaywca.org/ 610434-9333. Pgms include Tai Chi, Yoga I, Zumba Gold ThirdStreetAlliance.org.

Easton YMCA. familyymca. org 610.258.6158 OxyFit Gym 1 hour Silver Sneaker class Mon, Tues, and Wed 10:15, Thurs. 9:15 & 10:15. Yoga stretch classes Mon. & Wed. at 11:15. 610391-0040 or oxyfitgym.com.

Salvation Army Senior Program 610-867-4681.

Tues play bridge 10-12; Thurs varied Social Programs at 10:45 a.m. Senior Activity Program & Lunch at Noon.

Salvation Army, 521 Pembroke Road, Bethlehem (seniors 50 & over) 610-867-4681 Women’s A Cappella Chorus Come sing barbershop with us.

Call Angie. 610-730-6711.

Alz. Support Groups 3rd Sat 3:15pm Country Meadows 410 Krocks Rd. Allentown 3rd Wed 3pm Phoebe Terrace 1925 Turner St. Allentown

2nd Wed 5:30 pm Sarah Care Adult Day Care 7010 Snow Drift Rd. Allentown 1st Thurs 1:00pm St. Andrew’s Church 1900 Pennsylvania Ave. Allentown 3rd Thurs 4:30 Westminster Village 2156 Hanover St. Allentown 3rd Wed 6:30pm Country Meadows 4005 Green Pond Rd., Bldg. 4, Bethlehem 3rd Tues 5:00 pm Kirkland Village 1 Kirkland Village Circle Bethlehem 4th Mon 2:30pm Moravian Village 526 Wood St. Bethlehem Last Monday 6:30 pm Traditions of Hanover 5300 Northgate Dr. Bethlehem Alzheimer’s Respite Program Hope Community Church 7974 Clausville Rd. Fogelsville, For those in early stages of Alzheimer’s. Respite time, support for caregivers.

Free, Wed - 1-5 PM Dave Bowers 484-619-0330 bowerdav@gmail.com.

Memory Cafes Memory Cafés are for those who have memory concerns and/or their caregivers to talk with others in similar situations; learn what others are doing; learn about available resources; come together to share experiences with new and old friends in a judgment free space. There are four memory cafés in the Valley – one English speaking and three Spanish speaking.

Sessions are open to public free of charge.

Each Memory Café is led by professionals from Lehigh Valley Health Network’s Geriatric Workforce

Enhancement Program (GWEP), For info visit lvhn.org/GWEP.

to educate people about Alzheimer’s. DeSales University, Building.

Schedule July – September Jul 9, Aug 13, Sep 10, 12–2 PM LV Active Life (Spanish Session) 1633 Elm St., Allentown, for info or to RSVP: Luz at 484-633-0844.

Jul 13, Aug 10, Sep 14, 10AM–12PM. Hispanic Center of LV/Centro Hispano (Spanish Session) 520 East 4th St., Bethlehem. For info or to RSVP: Yendira 484-633-5801.

Jul 19, Aug 16, Sep 20 12–2 PM LV Active Life (Spanish Session) 1633 Elm St., Allentown. For info or to RSVP: Gloria at 484-633-0774.

Jul 24, Aug 28, Sep 25 10AM– 12 PM Fellowship Community Center (English Session) 3000 Fellowship Dr., Whitehall. For info or to RSVP contact Kim at 484-862-3095.

PM Presenter: Lori La Bey founder of Alzheimer’s Speaks,

Lehigh Valley Alzheimer’s Caregiver Retreat, July 30, 9AM – 4PM, Kim Campbell, Wife of Glen Campbell, CoFounder of Careliving.org.

Kim continues Glen’s quest

AM Session, Creative Aging: How Brave Space and the Arts Inspire Self-Expression in Older Adults, Senior Safety, PM Session, Senior Scams, Dementia & Your Legal Rights, Registration required at: https://is.gd/caregiver2018 or call 610-969-2241 Lunch can be purchased on site.

Stephens Funeral Home. Join memoirists Maria Canfield and Lisa Petrocelli of Your Words Your Story for informative presentation on preserving life stories through memoirs. Life stories are gifts to be shared.

This session will help you start telling your story in your words. July 17 6:30 PM. Stephens Funeral Home 274 N. Krocks Rd. Allentown, stephensfuneral.com 610-434-6304

Industry News For Local Professionals Networking, news & more!

Upcoming Meetings HealthNet Wednesday, July 11 at 12 pm.

Hosted at Traditions of Hanover Bethlehem, 5300 Northgate Dr., Bethlehem. HealthNet is a monthly networking group for professionals hosted monthly and features a speaker and time for networking. $5.

Northampton County Human Services Building, 2801 Emrick Blvd Bethlehem. Designed to be a cross-age system network of partner agencies who collaborate to service individuals who need long term services and supports.

Six Points Lehigh/Northampton Community Group July/August

Each month this group meets for one hour. Due to schedule changes contact vcambria-mengel@qualityinsights.

Lehigh Valley Aging in Place July org or dlevengood@qualityinsights.

Mixer org for the specific date and time if Wednesday, July 18 from 11:30 you are interested. No July or August 1:30pm July Member Mixer Hosted meetings due to vacations next

by Home Helpers Northern Lehigh meeting is September 6.Hosted at Valley 4330 Lehigh Drive, Suite 1, Hartzells Pharmacy, 300 American Walnutport PA. Lehigh Valley Aging St, Catasauqua. Quality Insights in Place Coalition (LVAIP) provides collaborates with healthcare providers, an ongoing forum for professionals patients and community organizations from private, public and non-profit to improve the quality of care across business sectors to inform, educate the state. We offer free tools, resources and help older adults age in place. and information to help educate clinical lehighvalleyaginginplace.org. staff and patients on topics ranging from cardiac health to adverse drug events.

Panera Networking Group July/August Qualityinsights-qin.org.

Thursday, July 19 and August 16 at 9 am. Held at Panera in Quakertown Industry News on Rt 309. Informal networking group Have business or professional news, restricted to health care professionals. announcements or events? Send them

Country Meadows of Allentown Networking July / August

Thursday, July 19 and August 16 at 12 pm. The third Thursday of each month. Country Meadows of Allentown Networking at Building IV, 410 N Krocks Rd, Allentown 610 3957160. RSVP khill@countrymeadows. com. Country Meadows of Allentown invites the professional community to a monthly forum to network with colleagues in the health care and allied health fields.

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Volunteers Needed - Wreath Laying Ceremony

On Friday, July 27 1PM-3PM, we need 10-15 volunteers to help identify veterans’ graves at Cedar Hill to replace, if necessary, the Vet’s Medallion holders, which helps display the American Flag, an honor given to all veterans when they pass. Not all graves of veterans have been identified at Cedar Hill. We are doing this in preparation for the 2018 Wreaths Across America ceremony. Contact contact Kevin PA Link for Lehigh and Northampton kkorowicki@humantouchhealth.com Wednesday, July 25 at 9:30AM. Please RSVP by July 20th.

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Do you need help finding caregivers?

Thrive’s comprehensive Home Care Benchmark survey will be released by August. The reports reveals current trends and analysis in the local market covering topics including caregiver compensation, caregiver turnover, top referral sources, average number of clients and in-depth analysis on services and operations. To participate in the survey visit homecarebenchmark.com or call 855-233-7034. All responses are anonymous and calculated into local averages. All participants receive a full copy of the report. For more information about the home care industry or for information to buy or sell a home care agency, call Thrive at 855-233-7034.

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network and the Disability Friendly Community-LV partnered with the Muhlenberg College Institute of Public Opinion to hold focus groups for people with disabilities, their families and loved ones. Participants will receive a $50 gift card. To participate, text DisabilityFocus to 555888, call Lanethea MathewsSchultz at 484.664.3737 or email mathews@muhlenberg.edu.

Free 50+ Wellness Expo hosted

by Lehigh Valley Health Network, Saturday, September 15 from 9AM to noon, Expo will feature blood pressure and balance screenings, free flu shots, raffles, giveaways and healthy snacks. To register, call 888402-LVHN.

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Bethlehem 3534 Linden Street 610.867.3060

Affordable Senior Living Alexandria Manor

Nazareth 7 S. New Street 610.759.4060 Families who seek quality care at an affordable rate should look into Alexandria Manor. Owned by a local family which has over 30 years caring for seniors, Alexandria Manor has three convenient locations in Bath, Bethlehem and Nazareth. “We live within 10 minutes to each one of our communities, and we are on site regularly to ensure that everything is running smoothly,” says Joe Negrao, Jr., president of Alexandria Manor. “Our residents’ families like that we are privately owned and are hands-on in the business. It gives them peace of mind that we treat their family like our family.”

Alexandria Manor was founded by Joe Negrao, Sr. in the 1990s, and while he is semi-retired, he and his wife can still be found visiting with residents and staff. Many of the staff have been working with the Negraos for 10, 15 or 20 years, and value the work environment and personal relationship with the owners.

Because Alexandria Manor does not have the financial demands or high turnover of corporate-owned facilities they are able to offer a high level of care and attention to residents at an affordable price.

Bath 313 S. Walnut Street 610.837.3500 Each location offers private and semi-private suites with varying levels of assistance with activities of daily living like bathing, grooming, and dressing. All locations provide three daily nutritious meals, medication management, structured activities, transportation, socialization, and more. Alexandria Manor also offers respite care for caregivers or families who need a safe place for mom or dad to stay for a few days.

Schedule Your Tour Today Bath: 610.837.3500 Bethlehem: 610.867.3060 Nazareth: 610.759.4060

The Back Story

Q&A with Victoria Snyder, Executive Director South Mountain Memory Care What was your first job?

I worked for IBM part time after high school and in the summers between college semesters.

How did you get into the senior living industry?

The only job that worked for my schedule was part time Charge Nurse in a skilled facility. I never thought, as a new nurse, I would enjoy working with seniors, but I did and I have never desired to do anything else.

Why did you want to help seniors?

Because they are at the pinnacle of their knowledge and experiences. I wanted to help them maintain both their optimum physical and cognitive capabilities for the rest of their lives.

What are you most proud of?

My family, who have understood the commitment, hours, lack of sleep and sometimes emotional roller coaster that comes along with pursuing my profession and my passion.

Every one of my children have devoted themselves to their professions and I feel I have impacted their positive work ethic as my father impacted me.

What do you do for fun?

Spend time with my family. We love the shore and cruising together, we love our big extended family picnics, we just enjoy being with each other.

How do you define success?

I define success as being respected by my family, friends, employers, and staff as being a fair and compassionate person. I will add that this is something I work on and tweak every day.

What do you enjoy most about your job?

Knowing that somehow, every day, I can bring solitude, happiness or comfort to at least one person, whether it be a senior in my community, their family or one the staff.

What is something that many people don’t know about you?

I like to sing. I use to sing with my cousin at weddings when I was younger. I love Karaoke.

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I moved to PA from New York and away from my family of diehard Giants fans 40 year ago. When I met my husband, a diehard Eagles fan, I thought one way to impress him was to tell him I was always an Eagle fan, (after we got married I confessed to my little white lie). Unfortunately it may have been bad karma because for 35 years I had to endure the gloating of my family after a few NY Super Bowl victories.

That is until 2018 when our Eagles finally won their first Super Bowl. Our children and our 10 moth old grandson joined us at THE first parade!

Football is my favorite pastime - pro and college. I have cheered for the Nittany Lions all of my adult life. I was thrilled when my son, and last of 4 children, set his sights on Penn State. We attend a game every October for his birthday.

We were there when they beat Ohio in 2016-“oh what a night”!

Senior Care Questions? 855-233-7034

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Senior Corps RSVP of Lehigh, Northampton & Carbon Counties and several area agencies are working together to help local seniors.

Will You Volunteer to Help?

We all need a little help so we can stay living safely at home.

We all want to stay safely at home as long as possible….but some of us had to give up our driver’s license or we started walking with a cane. Some of us are recuperating from surgery. Some of us can’t get out to visit with friends and our families live miles away. Some of us can no longer cook or shop for ourselves.

So we need a little help - like an occasional ride to the doctor - help with grocery shopping – getting nutritious meals delivered by caring volunteers. Some of us would like a friendly visit once in a while.

If you’re willing and able to help, contact Senior Corps RSVP. Call: 610-625-2290.

Email: RSVPLNC@hotmail.com.

Visit: www.RSVPofLNC.org.

Personalized Memory Care Living With us you are treated like family.

South Mountain Memory Care is the region’s newest community dedicated to specialized care for residents with dementia. With accommodations for up to 28 residents, we are a small community with big care.

Arden Courts, a 100% dedicated memory care community, recognizes the importance of customizing a well-rounded care plan for residents with Alzheimer’s or related dementias to help them thrive physically and emotionally. For more information or to schedule a personal tour, call the location nearest you.

Allentown 5151 Hamilton Boulevard Allentown, PA 18106 610.366.9010

Old Orchard 4098 Freemansburg Avenue Easton, PA 18045 484.373.5170

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201 s. 7th Street, Emmaus, PA 18049 SouthMountainMemoryCare.com

610-965-7662

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Do You Have Questions About Care For Your Loved One? Unsure where to start? We can help!

Call the Lifestyles over 50 Care Team toll free at 855-233-7034

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