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24 contents 12 M s. Senior Randolph County seeking contestants 14 M s. Senior Randolph County seeking contestants 16 The Salt Box on Salisbury 20 A geless Adventures: Leaving Boredom Behind 24 Senior Cheerleaders 30 Senior Adult Services Directory

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Hospice of the Piedmont A Philosophy of Care

ospice of Randolph and Hospice of the Piedmont completed their merger on October 1, 2019 to become one entity. In doing so, they are now an organization with 230 employees whose commitment is to their patients and families, their staff and the eight counties in the Piedmont they serve. Together, the organization has a wealth of knowledge beyond just what do they as a hospice organization. When they merged, they took a step back and thought about what affects people who are living with a terminal diagnosis, and what their families are going through as well. “We understand there are many caregivers who are providing for the day to day needs of their loved one, and we want to help them gain some good strategies to take care of their loved one and also themselves,” says Trent Cockerham, CEO.

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A PHILOSOPHY OF CARE Regardless of the location, Hospice brings together a team of doctors, nurses, social workers, nursing aides, chaplains and volunteers to develop an individualized care plan best suited to the patient’s needs. They provide the physical, emotional and spiritual care needed to help individuals make the most of life’s remaining moments. At Hospice of the Piedmont and Hospice of Randolph, they are dedicated to the belief that everyone has the right to die pain-free, with dignity and with the support of loved ones. Hospice employees and counselors are trained to help families through the most difficult thing they will ever have to face. But Hospice care isn’t just for the last days of life. If they can engage with a family much sooner than that, hospice services have the ability to have a lasting and meaningful effect. Often families

If we talk about how we want

to live with a terminal illness, versus how we want to die, we believe that a little bit of thoughtful planning can achieve the outcome the patient desires, while easing the families’ burden that they are doing what the patient would want.

and caregivers are overwhelmed, overburdened and stressed. The Hospice care team helps them understand they can achieve the things they need to do, put one foot in front of the other every day and get through the days a little easier. Typically, studies have shown that Hospice patients live 25% longer than someone with the same diagnosis who doesn’t receive the care Hospice can provide. The patients live longer, feel better, and it’s easier on their families as well. Hospice helps you arrange your priorities in order to live a better, more fulfilling life. As healthcare providers at the end of life, Hospice staff have a tremendous amount of knowledge that can help a large cross section of the community. They can assist patients in finding financial and service support for themselves and their families. A NEW OPPORTUNITY A newly formed department at Hospice of the Piedmont is Community Education and Engagement.

This department focuses on normalizing the conversation about healthcare including advance care planning. It’s often hard for families to discuss advance care planning when they may be decades away from needing it, but life can change in an instant and it’s good to have a clear decisive plan in place to take the burden of healthcare decisions off family members in times of emotional crisis. “If we talk about how we want to live with a terminal illness, versus how we want to die, we believe that a little bit of thoughtful planning can achieve the outcome the patient desires, while easing the families’ burden that they are doing what the patient would want,” explains Cockerham. When a patient is diagnosed with a life-threatening illness is the time to call Hospice. They can help the patient understand their needs and wants and provide thoughtful communication with the family. They help patients answer the fundamental question: “What’s important to me?” Upon understanding their SENIOR LIVING QUARTERLY

priorities, individuals and their families can often make clearer decisions about the effectiveness of their current care and what they hope to achieve. EXPANDING SERVICES The organization has added a dedicated licensed professional Bereavement Counselor at the Hospice of Randolph location. They offer free group and individual sessions for anyone in the community to attend who has experienced a loss, even if Hospice was not involved in their care. Palliative care services are now available throughout all phases of an illness, either longterm or short-term. The Care Connection palliative care program helps coordinate healthcare services depending on what the patient’s priorities, needs and wants are, and how they can assist with getting those services. They surround the patient and their family with support to “increase the quality of life, decrease their symptom burden, and provide the right care at the right time for the right reasons.” In this way, the patient’s quality of life improves, their caregiver

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is less burdened, and it can also reduce more costly care measures by coordinating their healthcare services. VOLUNTEERS Without their volunteers, Hospice could not do what they do. With over 200 volunteers, more than 10% of direct services hours are provided by volunteers. Volunteers are carefully screened and trained and come from all backgrounds and walks of life. Volunteers must be age 18-years of age or older, and a 12-hour training session is required. These volunteers provide

emotional and practical support to Hospice patients and their families in both homes, nursing facilities, assisted living facilities and at their two inpatient facilities, Hospice Home at High Point and the Randolph Hospice House. Volunteer activities may include supportive phone calls and visits, providing respite for the caregiver, running errands, providing transportation, delivering meals or doing simple chores. These 200 volunteers give thousands of hours of their time each year. To be a volunteer, you have to commit 1% of your time, or about two hours a week. Those two hours have the potential to affect someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life

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in a significant way, whether talking to a patient or caregiver or perhaps answering the phone and connecting someone with the right service. If you are interested in volunteering at Hospice, visit their website www.hospiceofthepiedmont.org, and click on the Volunteer tab for more information and an application. CARE FOR ALL AGES In addition to the advance care planning and grief counseling, Hospice also offers Kids Path, a program designed to meet the special needs of children and teens who are diagnosed with any lifelimiting illness. Hospice care is offered for children (ages birth to 18 years) with a life-threatening illness when the child’s life expectancy is measured by months rather than years. Their Kids Path team partners with a child’s physician to provide care and support for the patient and their family. In a short period of time, Hospice of the Piedmont and Hospice of Randolph has accomplished

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important milestones, allowing their hospice teams to continue providing care with no interruption in service delivery. Additional achievements during this positive transition included combining electronic medical records across both the High Point and Randolph offices, a significant technology upgrade for clinical staff, and the addition of several new staff positions. “Looking forward, our organization embraces the values of those who passionately pursued the hospice mission so many decades ago. It is our goal to empower individuals and their families to seek the care they need on the terms they choose.With these considerations at the forefront of all we do, we will continue to do great things.” In Asheboro, Hospice of Randolph is located at 416 Vision Drive next door to the Randolph Hospice House, and in High Point, Hospice of the Piedmont is located at 1801 Westchester Drive, next door to Hospice Home at High Point.

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ewborn babies endure quite a bit in the first few days and months of their lives. Routine immunizations help newborns overcome these obstacles, and as newborns get old they receive vaccines to prevent measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis, and chicken pox. A common misconception suggests that vaccines are only for the young. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that the protection provided by some childhood vaccines can wear off. In addition, some people may be at risk for certain vaccine-preventable diseases due to lifestyle, existing health conditions and age. As a result, itÕs important for adults to make sure their vaccines are up-to-date. Those who are unsure of their vaccine status should discuss their health history with their doctors. In the meantime, adults should know that the following vaccines are recommended for people of various ages. • Influenza: An annual flu shot is highly recommended. Doctors and health officials indicate that getting the flu vaccine is the single most effective way to prevent seasonal flu or reduce the duration and severity of the illness should it be contracted. • Tdap: This vaccine contains strains of tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis (whooping cough). All three are implicated in serious illnesses or death, according to WebMD. Just about every person, young and old, should receive the Tdap vaccine. The CDC says

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Ms. Senior Randolph Pageant seeks contestants; holds information social by Jill Jackson, Marketing Director

embers of the Crochet Club at the Liberty Senior Center are embracing people undergoing chemotherapy treatment for cancer and babies who are born prematurely, not with hugs but with headwear the group is crocheting. The search is on for contestants for the 14th Annual Ms. Senior Randolph County pageant. . Hosted by the Randolph Senior Adults Association (RSAA), all women 60 years of age or older. currently living in Randolph County, are invited to learn more and compete for the title of Ms. Senior Randolph County. This year’s pageant will be held on Saturday, June 13 at the beautiful Sunset Theatre in Asheboro. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. The pageant begins at 3:00 p.m. The Ms. Senior Randolph County Pageant began in 2007, as an annual event to honor women 60 years of age and older living in Randolph County, who are celebrating the elegance of aging gracefully. The reigning Ms. Senior Randolph County is Judy Newsome of Asheboro. Former queens include: Peggy Holt, 2007; Linda Sexton, 2008; Loretta Linebarrier, 2009; Doris Allred 2010; Sandra Reese, 2011; Judie McClelland, 2012; Susan Foster, 2013; Pat Moore, 2014 and BJ Moser, 2015; Joyia Clayton, 2016, Sara Hudson, 2017 and Kaye Atwood, 2018. Participating in the Ms. Senior Randolph pageant gives women the opportunity to challenge themselves, build self-confidence, meet new people, create lasting friendships, and promote active aging. The pageant also serves as a way to motivate and celebrate life, inner beauty, and the charm and wisdom of timeless aging. “It’s not a typical beauty pageant,” said Mark Hensley, RSAA Executive Director. “The ideal queen leads an active and productive lifestyle while exemplifying dignity, maturity, and inner beauty and serves as a role model to enrich the lives of seniors and others in the community.”

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To be eligible for the pageant, contestants must be 60 years of age or older on or before June 13, 2020, be a resident of Randolph County, and participate in all segments of the pageant. There is no entry fee. The winner will be determined by a panel of judges based on the results of an interview, talent presentation, casual wear and evening gown competition. On the day of the pageant, the judges meet individually to interview each contestant to gain insight to her personality, poise and ability to communicate. The interview is one of the most important aspects of the pageant because it reflects how well the contestant can relate to the public about senior topics and interests. Each contestant also presents a casual look which highlights her individual style in a relaxed way and emphasizes personal tastes. She showcases her grace and poise during the evening gown competition and delivers her talent within a three-minute time limit. Through music, dance, drama, poetry, art, sewing, or other special skill, unique talent presentations demonstrate the diverse gifts of today’s senior women.

Pageant Information Social Interested women are invited to attend a social to learn more about the opportunity and to hear how participating in the pageant has made a difference in previous contestants’ lives. Information will be shared on what’s involved in with the pageant, how to prepare for the pageant, guidance on showcasing—or realizing—one’s talent (everybody has one!) and telling one’s story. The social is Tuesday, March 24, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Adult Resource & Education Center (347 W. Salisbury Street, Asheboro). There is no cost to attend and no cost to participate in the pageant. PUBLISHER’S NOTE: (PLEASE CHECK SOCIAL MEDIA FOR POSTPONED DATE AND TIME DUE TO THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK) Sponsorships are available at various levels, starting

at $300. As a major fundraiser for RSAA, sponsoring the Ms. Senior Randolph County Pageant serves as a way to honor Randolph’s senior women, to encourage them to stay active, to recognize their contribution to our local communities and to promote continued health and wellness for all seniors. To learn more, contact Jill Jackson, Marketing Director, at 336-625-3389 ext. 225 or e-mail marketing@ senioradults.org.

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Spice up your shopping at The Salt Box on Salisbury

ou’ve likely driven by a little store in downtown Asheboro called The Salt Box on Salisbury. But you may not have noticed it, and you’re not alone. Located on West Salisbury in Asheboro, it’s situated in the heart of the city—just inside the doors of The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Adult Resource & Education Center and steps away from the Asheboro Senior Center—near all the shops downtown. Although it’s been around for more than 40 years, not everyone in the community knows about The Salt Box, and that senior crafters create the inventory for the shelves. The store, which is operated by the Randolph Senior Adults Association (RSAA), sells crafts made by local residents who are over the age of 50. The crafts vary from a beautiful array

Salt Box shoppers enjoy perusing a variety of hand-crafted goodies available in the shop.

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There’s something for everyone! Mike and his son, Nate, stopped in recently and found a plant that was perfect for their front yard. of scarves and hats, jewelry, handmade wreaths, crocheted ornaments, clothing for babies, homemade sweets, plants, bath items and more. “All items in the shop are home crafted and are top quality, making it a place to find a large variety of unique and special gifts,” said Mark Hensley, RSAA executive director. Despite it’s long history, volunteers say most of the community is still unaware of this hidden treasure. The allvolunteer staff say that’s common, and that plenty of people come in and say they’ve never realized that there was a store there—much less such a unique shop that’s open to the public with inventory that changes daily. “The store is special because it provides a space for seniors to display and sell their handcrafted pieces and to supplement their incomes,” said Ginger Flynt, RSAA staff member and Salt Box Manager. “We have items that are unusual and difficult to find elsewhere.” Each crafter receives 70 percent of proceeds from the sale of their crafts with 30 percent supporting Randolph Senior Adults Association, a non-profit organization. Shopping at The Salt Box not only supplements local seniors’ incomes, it also supports critical programs and services of RSAA in Randolph County. “Last year we made over $20,000 in gross sales through The Salt Box,” said Flynt. “There were more than 80 different vendors featured in the store.”

The next time you’re looking for a gift for the person who has everything, make plans to stop into The Salt Box on Salisbury. You’re sure to find something unique and you’ll be shopping local, benefiting RSAA, and supporting the talented crafters who fill the shelves and volunteer their time—all in the same shopping trip. The store is open six days a week: Monday through

Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s located at 347 W. Salisbury Street in Asheboro. Volunteers are always needed. Contact Ginger Flynt, Salt Box Manager, at 336-6253389 ext. 211 to learn more about volunteering or becoming a vendor.

Staffed by volunteers, the Salt Box on Salisbury is always looking for friendly faces to assist customers in the shop.

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Save the date! by Jill Jackson, Marketing Director, RSAA

rowing up I remember my mom often asking me what I would like to eat with the main dish she was serving for dinner. The ninth annual Randolph County Boomer, Senior & Caregiver Expo is scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. and is free and open to the public. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expo will be held at a new location, the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Adult Resource & Education Center, 347 W. Salisbury St., Asheboro. The expo will provide an opportunity to enhance the health and wellness of baby boomers, senior citizens and caregivers by connecting them to local resources in their own community. This will be a one-stop opportunity for individuals to learn about resources in the community at a fun and friendly event designed just for them. The event will offer free health screenings, unique

entertainment and numerous educational/ informational booths. This annual event is being organized by a collaborative of community partners. For more information, email: boomerseniorcaregiverexpo@gmail.com, or visit the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page at Randolph County Boomer Senior Caregiver Expo. For information on participating as a vendor or sponsor, contact Marjean Nance at 336-879-0848 or e-mail: warrencoble@gmail. com.

AARP offers on-site Tax-Aide

o assist residents in filing their taxes, the AARP (American Association of Retired Persons) Foundation Tax-Aide Program will be on site at Randolph Senior Adults Associations on Mondays and Saturdays starting February 1 through April 13, 2020. Volunteers will be on site offering free tax assistance to residents. Last year, AARP volunteers helped more

than 1,200 people in the area file their taxes. Appointments are encouraged. To schedule an appointment in time for the April 15 deadline, please call 336-625-3389. Check with Randolph Senior Adults to find out if this has changed due to the tax deadline now being July 15th.

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TRAVEL

Charlotte Graham of Randleman and Keeter pose in front of The Alamo while on a trip to San Antonio, TX. (Contributed photo)

Ageless Adventures: Leaving Boredom Behind by Jill Jackson, Marketing Director, RSAA

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atamaraning on the Great Barrier Reef, exploring the Grand Canyon, basking in the beauty of The Badlands, noshing on New England lobster, touring the worldfamous Alhambra palace in Spain—reads like the bucket list of an energetic 20-something, right? Wrong. These are some of the travel adventures making it to the bucket lists of Randolph County seniors, as they seek to capitalize on an active and adventurous retired life. Randolph Senior Adults Association (RSAA) sponsors trips to various locations throughout the world each year, as well as hosts the Randolph Traveler’s. The Randolph Traveler’s offers opportunities to enjoy traveling and meeting other seniors who hold similar interests, including those who have said goodbye to the workday grind. It also includes those who are still working and have continually put off vacations in lieu of work and other responsibilities, but are now making time for exciting adventures around the world. Charlotte Graham, of Randleman, is one Randolph County resident who has chosen to leave boredom behind. She has traveled on nearly a half-dozen trips with RSAA and has taken in countless sights with close friends over the last several years. Her first trip was to California in October 2014. She and Martha Hough, along with Judy Routh Hayes, Linda Brown and Nancy Hall, traveled to San Francisco to take in the sights of Napa Valley, Old Sacramento and surrounding areas. They took a boat cruise to see the Golden Gate Bridge, visited Alcatraz Island and rode on the Sierra/Nevada Amtrak to Lake Tahoe, Nevada. While in Lake Tahoe, they enjoyed another boat cruise and Graham had the opportunity to steer the vessel and meet the Captain. “Visiting places that you have only seen in pictures is just one of the many of the reasons why it’s such an amazing experience,” said Graham. Graham enjoyed her first trip so much that she wanted to experience more travel. The next stop for the group of ageless adventurers? San Antonio, Texas. Along with Paula Keeter, Linda Brown, Ray and Cerelda Hopper, Nancy Hall, Cathy Smith and others from the area, Graham and the group enjoyed a stay on the San Antonio River

Walk, visited the San Fernando Cathedral and experienced a beautiful light show that told the history of Texas. They traveled to Austin to tour the Texas State Capitol Building and the Texas State History Museum. The also adventured to the Hill Country of Texas and stopped for a tour of the LBJ ranch, the former home of the 36th President, Lyndon Baines Johnson. The tour included views of a reconstruction of the farmhouse where LBJ was born and his ranch house, referred to as the “Texas White House.” “It was a great trip!” said Graham. With photos from several fascinating adventures filling the pages of her memory books, Graham and friends had caught the “travel bug.” In May of 2016, a trip to Michigan was planned. “Cerelda and I were the only two from Asheboro to go on this trip, but it was fantastic,” said Graham. The duo started out in Detroit. They toured the Henry Ford Museum and had dinner at Edsel Ford’s home. From there, they ventured up to Mackinac Island, Michigan. Only accessible by boat, the island is known as a place where time moves at the pace of horse-drawn carriages and bicycles. They stayed at the exceptional Grand Hotel and enjoyed spectacular views from the world’s longest porch overlooking the Straits of Mackinac. “Magnificent is the only way to describe it,” said Graham. “The movie ‘Somewhere in Time’ was filmed there and many

Paula Keeter of Asheboro takes in the breathtaking beauty of the Hoover Dam. (Contributed photo)

prominent people have stayed there, including Presidents and First Ladies,” she added. The pair went on to visit Green Bay, Wisconsin and the home of Bonner’s Christmas Shop in Frankenmuth. They rounded out the trip with stops in Chicago, where they took city and boat tours. Graham also visited the National Parks and Canyons. The highlights of this trip included stops at the Grand Canyon West, Grand Canyon skywalk, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Zion Park tram tour, Las Vegas, St. George, Utah and Valley of Fire State Park.

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Next on her bucket list? Visiting the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum, located in Northern Kentucky, in September. Want to catch the travel bug and have your own adventures? There are lots of safe and economical options, including day trips and overnight trips, as well as domestic and international destinations. You don’t have to be a member of the Randolph Traveler’s to participate on trips. San Antonio, Texas is one of three great trips planned for 2020, booked through Premier World Discovery. The trips include: San Antonia Fiesta, a five-day trip beginning April 17, California Rail Discovery, a seven-day excursion starting September 9, and Vienna & Christmas Markets of the Danube, a nine-day trip starting December 2. Premier World Discovery is a reputable travel company specializing in taking care of all of the details insuring your trip will be outstanding. You can avoid traveling to the airport because their personalized service includes picking you up in Asheboro and returning you after your trip. Highlights of the San Antonio Fiesta trip are: San Antonio City Tour, Riverwalk Cruise, a visit to The Alamo, a stop at the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park, and more. Included in rate: roundtrip airfare from Charlotte, tour director, six meals, motor coach transportation, admission per itinerary and more. Prices begin at $2199 per person, double room. The California Rail Discovery trip features San Francisco, Sacramento and Lake Tahoe attractions. Enjoy two rail journeys, including Napa Valley Wine Train and Sierra Nevada Rail Journey; two cruise experiences, including a San Francisco Bay Cruise and Lake Tahoe Paddle Wheeler Cruise; a San Francisco city tour and much more. Rate includes roundtrip airfare from Charlotte, tour director, nine meals, motor coach transportation, admission per itinerary and more. Prices begin at $3,299 per person, double room. The Vienna & Christmas Markets of the Danube river cruise features Rothenburg, Nuremburg and six nights aboard the Amadeus Queen. Enjoy city tours of Rothenburg, Nuremberg and Regensburg as well as the Christmas Market Experience. Rate includes roundtrip airfare from Charlotte, tour director, 18 meals, motor coach transportation, admission per itinerary and more. Prices begin at $3,595 per person, double room. RSAA also offers great day trips, booked through Holiday Tours., An upcoming trip to American Music Jubilee Easter Show Live at The Rudy is planned for Saturday, April 11. The American Music Jubilee Easter Show Live at The Rudy in Selma, N.C. pairs the music of spring, the message of Easter, and the antics of Homer the Easter Bunny. There will be Easter candy, lots of music and fun for everyone. Each show is fast paced, features good clean comedy, Broadway quality singers and musicians, and a wide variety of music for all generations. Cost is $99 per person and includes tickets to the show,

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Charlotte Graham enjoys the remarkable view at the Grand Canyon. (Contributed photo)

transportation, lunch at Holt Lake BBQ. Registration is required by March 6. Payment is due at registration. Holiday Tours has been a company focused on providing the highest quality travel experiences. Their coaches are equipped with all the modern comforts, such as a restroom, along with WiFi connectivity and electrical outlets, so you can charge up and stay connected while you’re whisked away to your favorite travel destination! The Randolph Traveler’s meets four times a year at the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Adult REC, located at 347 West Salisbury Street in Asheboro to share stories about travel and discuss ideas for upcoming trips. The next meeting will be March 3 at 5:30 p.m. Plan to join the group for dinner and lots of travel discussion. Visit the Randolph Senior Adults Association website at www. senioradults.org, or stop by the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Adult Resource and Education Center (REC) to pick up flyers on upcoming trips or to learn more. About the Randolph Senior Adults Association: The Randolph Senior Adults Association (RSAA), a nonprofit organization, is the community’s lead organization for adults age 50 and over. RCSAA is a United Way agency. For more information, visit: www.senioradults.org.

This information was published on March 4, 2020. Rolling updates on COVID-19 can be found at the World Health Organization website at who.int. Updates can also be found at www.cdc.gov/COVID19.

Coronaviruses (CoV) are a family of viruses that cause the common cold as well as more severe diseases.

COVID-19

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SARS-CoV-2 is a strain of coronavirus that had not been previously identified in humans, making it a novel coronavirus. The disease caused by this virus is known as COVID-19. Source: World Health Organization

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The estimated global mortality rate for COVID-19, although researchers state this number may shift

Wuhan

Considered the epicenter of the outbreak, the first reported cases of COVID-19 emerged from this city located in China’s Hubei province on December 31, 2019.

COVID-19 Signs & Symptoms

of COVID-19 cases are mild, causing cold- or flu-like symptoms

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Source: Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, as reported by the American Medical Association JAMA Network.

Fever • Cough • Shortness of Breath Symptoms can range from mild to severe. Senior citizens and those with underlying medical conditions like cardiovascular disease, lung disease, cancer or diabetes are at increased risk for severe symptoms that may lead to viral pneumonia and even death. Source: Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)

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Should I be wearing a face mask?

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1. Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, and always before eating; after using the bathroom; and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing. 2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands. 3. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then dispose of the tissue in the trash. 4. Stay at home when sick until your symptoms are gone.

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Senior cheerleaders are shaking things up by Jill Jackson, Marketing Director, RSAA

hey’ve got that spirit, that senior spirit! Positive and active aging is the name of their game! With pom-poms in their hands and smiles on their faces, members of this senior cheerleading group are shaking things up and bringing cheer to many in Randolph County! Randolph Senior Adults Association is excited to offer its first senior cheerleading team, the Randolph Rhinestones! The group’s foundation is centered on building friendships, extending fellowship and having FUN! This team of nine ladies enjoys participating in local parades and visiting assisted living facilities to bring smiles to seniors’ faces. Led by team captain Joyia Clayton, members are Shirley Anderson, Loretta Linebarrier, , , Vickie Welch, , Naureen Nitardy, , Judie McClelland, , ,Vanessa Ornelas, Sandy Satterfield and Abby Spillman. Are you interested in joining the team? There are two requirements: You must be 50 years old or better and you must be willing to have FUN! If you would like to be a part of the team, join them for practice on Monday nights at 6pm at The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Adult REC Event Hall (347

The group recently shared some cheers with clients and staff at Randolph Health’s Staywell Senior Care. (Contributed photo)

W. Salisbury Street, Asheboro). There is no cost to participate. W. Salisbury Street, Asheboro). There is no cost to participate.

The group’s number one goal is to bring smiles to seniors’ faces. Folks at Elmcroft Assisted Living in Asheboro watch closely as the Randolph Rhinestones deliver cheer after cheer. (Contributed photo)

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