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Celebrating Easter... hen I was a child, my family always spent Easter at my Uncle Dave’s and my Aunt Susie’s farm. We’d get all dressed up, go to church and then we’d head for the country. Getting there was an adventure and being there, among sprawling hills where Easter eggs were hidden for all the children of the local Sunday school, was very exciting. The big prize for finding the most Easter eggs, was a goose egg (I think). All I know for sure is that it was the biggest honestto-goodness egg I’d ever seen. Anyway, family members came from all over the county and congregated for dinner. As I have celebrated mega holidays, I decided I wanted to know more about how the celebrations began. So, I went to the trusty computer and this is what I found. Until A.D. 325, Easter was celebrated on different days of the week, including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. That year, the Council of Nicaea was convened by Emperor Constantine. The Council issued the Easter rule that Easter should be celebrated on the first Sunday after the first full moon, on or after the vernal equinox, which doesn’t always occur on the same date as the astronomical full moon. The ecclesiastical vernal equinox is always on March 21st so Easter is celebrated on a Sunday between March 22nd and April 25th. The ancient Saxons celebrated the return of spring with an uproarious festival commemorating their goddess of offspring and of springtime, Eastre. When Christian missionaries decided to spread their religious message, they took it slowly by allowing them to continue to celebrate pagan feasts, but in
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a Christian manner. It happened that the pagan festival of Eastre occurred at the same time of year as the Christian observance of the Resurrection of Christ. It made sense to alter the festival, making it a Christian celebration, as converts were won over. The early name, Eastre, was eventually changed to its modern spelling, Easter. The Cross, symbol of the Crucifixion as opposed to the Resurrection, was decreed by Constantine to be the official symbol of Christianity. The Cross is not only a symbol of Easter, but a yearround symbol of the Christian faith. What about the commercial side of celebrating Easter? One might assume that the Easter Bunny came along later as Easter became more commercialized but that isn’t the case. The symbol originated with the pagan festival when the goddess, Eastre, was worshiped through her symbol, the rabbit. Germans brought the symbol of the Easter rabbit to America and it eventually became known by Americans after the Civil War, when Easter became more widely celebrated. Easter is coming soon. Put all your eggs in one basket and, after church, reflect, remember, and enjoy your time with the family. Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.
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Seniors Today 724 Big Tree Rd. South Daytona, FL 32119 Phone: 386.677.7060 Fax: 386.677.0836 Website: seniorstodaynewspaper.com Published by Schillinger Enterprises, Inc. General Manager Bonnie Schillinger Editor Bonnie Gragg Staff Writers Kitty Maiden Peggy & George Goldtrap Volusia County Sheriff Chitwood Byron Spires Seniors Today is published and distributed free every other Friday to inform, entertain, and serve those over the age of 50. Deadlines: The deadline for advertising is Friday, 5 P.M., one week prior to the Friday publication date. Advertisements and copy: All advertisements and copy is believed to be truthful and accurate. Seniors Today reserves the right to edit, revise, or reject any advertising and/or submitted articles for publication. Advertisements are the sole responsibility of the advertiser. Advertisements and copy in Seniors Today are not meant to be an endorsement of any product, service, or individual. All editorial copy and by lined articles are the opinion of the writer and are not necessarily the view, opinion, or policy of Seniors Today. Errors and Omissions: Neither the publisher nor the advertiser are liable for mistakes, errors, or omissions. The sole liability of Seniors Today to an advertiser is to reprint the corrected ad in the next issue. Copyright Warning: Pursuant to Federal Copyright Law, all material contained within this publication which was created, designed, composed, written, typeset, imageset, or prepared in any way by Seniors Today remains the sole property of the publisher and cannot be reproduced in whole or in part without the written permission of Seniors Today. This pertains to the duplication of either advertising or non-advertising material. Notice of copyright appears on page one of this and all issues.
What’s Happening Around Town… Volunteers Needed
Easter Services
Drivers are needed to deliver meals to homebound seniors. Meal delivery usually takes less than 2 hours each shift in neighborhoods in your area Monday through Friday midday. Volunteers are required to have an active driver’s license and insurance. Be part of the volunteer opportunity by calling COA, 386. 253.4700, ext. 225.
You are invited to Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona for Easter services. Maundy Thursday service offered March 29 at 11 A.M.; Good Friday, March 30 at 6 P.M.; and April 1, Easter Sunday at 8:30 A.M. and 10:15 A.M. Bring the grandkids at 10:15 A.M. for Kidstuf and an Easter Egg Hunt during the service. For more information, call 386.767.6542.
Lunch Bunch Come enjoy a great meal with Chef Steve! Lunch Bunch meets every Thursday (Except March 29, 2018) at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona. Just $5 gets you lunch and bingo with non-monetary prizes. RSVP must be made the Tuesday prior. Call the Senior Ministry office at 386.677.6080.
Caregiver’s Days First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is providing a free Caregiver’s Days Out that includes food, fun, and special attention for care receivers. The days are from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. on Thurs., April 19; Sat., May 19; and Thurs., Jun. 28 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. Call Mary Beth at 386.852.0060.
Travel Group Odyssey travel group meets about once a month to enjoy each other’s company, travel opportunities, and some fun presentations. They plan trips you can take with a spouse or friend, with just a few other people, or in a large group. There is no fee or commitment. You can attend any or all meetings, and the same goes for their adventures. The next meeting is Wednesday, Mar. 28 at 10 A.M. at the Roost Restaurant in the Crane Lakes Gated Community, 1850 Crane Lakes Blvd., Port Orange with guest speaker, Gabe Rodriquez, Sales Account Manager for Celebrity Cruise Lines. Please RSVP to 386.672.8113 or e-mail Paula @odysseytravel.com
Mutt Strut 2018 The event takes place on Saturday, April 28, 8 A.M. at the Daytona Beach Bandshell. All ages are encouraged to join us for a day of fun with our fourlegged friends. The Mutt Strut is an annual 5K Fun Run/Walk-a-thon held on the World's Most Famous Beach in which dogs are invited to join in the festivities. The only day of the year they are allowed on Daytona beach! 5K Fun Run/Walk-a-thon Registration Package is $25. Package Includes a 2018 event t-shirt, a raffle ticket, and one drink ticket. Enjoy the Mutt marketplace, music, and activities.
The Tree Frogs This classic rock duo that plays tunes from the Vietnam era, will perform a free concert at 3 P.M., Sunday, March 25, at K.T. Chung Park, 126 E. Halifax Ave., Oak Hill. The duo features Mike Chiello and Tom Lee. Attendees should bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. In case of rain, the concert will be moved to VIA Hall, also at 126 E. Halifax Ave. For details, call 386.345.5510.
Battle Of ALF Chefs You’re invited to attend 3rd Annual Battle Of The ALF Chefs. This year’s battle will be Battle Lasagna. Come help judge who is the best ALF chef in Volusia County on April 11 from 5–7 P.M. at Fan Central Station, 614 S. Alabama Ave., DeLand. Sponsorships are available and tickets to attend are just $15. Call Marjorie Marcus for details at 386. 736.2227 or mmarcus@seniorhelpers. com All net proceeds are being donated to the Parkinson’s Association of Greater Daytona. Want to pay online? Go to www.parkinsondaytona.org and click on the events tab, then click on the Battle of ALF Chef's tab.
Plant Clinics Volusia County’s master gardeners will share spring gardening tips and answer questions during seven plant clinics in April. Residents can bring their plants for a free check-up. • 10 A.M. to NOON, Monday, April 2, the Edgewater Public Library, 103 W. Indian River Blvd. A master gardener will discuss Florida friendly gardens. • 10 A.M. to NOON, Monday, April 2 the Ormond Beach Regional Library, 30 S. Beach St. Sally Cummings will explain how to create and maintain a butterfly garden. • 1:30 to 3 P.M., Tues., April 3 the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway. Sally Cummings will explain how to create and maintain a butterfly garden. For information about the county’s Master Gardener Program, call the University of Florida/Volusia County Extension at 386.822.5778.
Movies On The Halifax On Friday, April 6 8 P.M., the City’s Leisure Services Department and The Casements Guild will present Coco in Rockefeller Gardens, 26 Riverside Dr. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and come out and enjoy the movie with your friends and family! Refreshments will be available for purchase. Coco is a PG rated movie. Parental guidance is suggested as some material may not be suitable for children.
Programs At The NSB Library Adults can learn new skills and make new friends with free programs at the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway. • Ann Minoff will lead qigong classes at 5:30 P.M. every Wednesday in April. Qigong is an ancient Chinese practice that uses gentle physical movements, mental focus, and meditation. • The Seasonal Eats Food Club will focus on casseroles during its gathering at 11 A.M., Monday, April 9. Participants are asked to share a recipe and bring an appetizer or main dish. • Bring your knitting or crochet project to the Stitch In Time Club at 10 A.M., Wednesday, April 18. A skilled knitter will be available to provide assistance. Bring your own supplies. Call the library at 386.424.2910, opt. 4.
Support Groups Alzheimer Support The A.C.E.S. (Alzheimer Caregiver Education & Support) offer caregivers support and practical care suggestions and tips for everyday living. The group meets the 2nd Saturday each month at Our Lady Of Lourdes, 201 University Blvd., Daytona Beach. For more information, call 386.214.3833. Quit Smoking Join us for a free tools to Quit Smoking classes at Florida Hospital Flagler. Free patches, lozenges, gum, quit plan, workbook, water bottle, stress ball, and more. Call 904.482.0189 for dates and times of classes in your area. Hurting Yourself With Food? Are you tired of Yo-Yo dieting? Are you addicted to food? There is hope. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous (FA) is a solution for all forms of food addiction. People have found recovery from overeating, under eating, and bulimia in FA. For more information and to find a meeting close to you, call the FA Hotline at 772.878.9657.
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Unsung Heroes want to introduce you to a group of unsung heroes at the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office whose hard work deserves much more attention: Our Telecommunicators. These men and women are working behind the scenes to save lives every day, even though the task we ask of them is often extremely stressful, draining, and thankless. They really are the first of the first responders. Even though the people they save may never know their names or their faces, I’m willing to bet many of them will never forget their voices. Soon, you'll have a chance to join me in celebrating National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week 2018, which runs April 8-14. It’s a time to honor all the under-recognized individuals who come to work day in and day out to serve as a lifeline for our residents, our law enforcement officers, and all the men and women in public safety out there working to protect our community. They answer hundreds of thousands of 911 calls every year, sending help to victims who need it fast. So here are just a few names to keep in mind when you think about the people working behind the scenes to save lives in our community. Christie D'Ercole, our 2017 Telecommunicator of the Year, helped talk a terrified woman through a traumatic incident involving an armed family member experiencing mental illness. Greg Goff, one of several VCSO Telecommunicators who
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From The Sheriff …Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood saved a life by providing CPR instructions over the phone in 2017, was a finalist for the Florida Sheriff's Association Telecommunicator of the Year award. Here are the names of a few other Telecommunicators who saved a life recently include: Aimee Gamble, Caitlyn Best, Kristy Lynn Champeon, Breanna Eckman, Christina Gering, Staci Latoya Green, Katie Elaine Hall, Dallas Hull, Keith Hutchinson, Meghan Kelly, Tracy Koehler, Katrina Lilly, Marirma Perez, Caryn Price, Debra Rego, Rebecca Stump, Tracey Warhurst, and Jessica Woodworth. There are many more unsung heroes I didn't name here, and many more lives will be saved in 2018. I just want it to be known that I’m thankful for every one of our Telecommunicators every day, and I hope we can show them their dedication is appreciated and will never be taken for granted. They work long, stressful hours in service to the residents of Volusia County, and they do it with distinction and honor. Perhaps if one assist you some time and you have the opportunity you can thank them for their service.
The Benefits Of A Sound Choice Special to Seniors Today ouch. Taste. Smell. Sight. Sound. All are important. However, one might emphasize the ability to hear distinct sounds like a child’s laughter or a familiar song. When loss of hearing is noticed, people are face with tough decisions such as where to go, who to see, and how to move forward with a quality of life. Since 2004, Florida State Hearing Aids has provided more affordable solutions with a wider variety of hearing aids. This has been the long-
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standing vision of owner and Licensed Hearing Aid Specialist, Julie Pruitt. Along with her friend and Patient Care Coordinator, Samantha Carpenter, Pruitt felt that “pricing was too high” at other companies where patients have limited options. Nationally Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences, Pruitt believes that one size does not fit all. “Different people need different technology,” she adds as she can better fit patients with an array of choices. Quality, durable brands like Starkey and Siemens have proven to produce
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Florida State Hearing Aids owner, Julie Pruitt (right) and Patient Care Coordinator, Samantha Carpenter pictured in front of the Daytona Beach office at the corner of ISB and Bill France Blvd.— acrosss from the Speedway. better sound and offer exceptional hearing aids are offered for GEHA, nationwide service. Pruitt can com- APWU, Federal Employees, Empire fortably fit each patient with the Plan, Epic, and local insurances. Vetlatest technology from these indus- erans are also treated like family and zero-interest financing is available. try-leading companies. For more information on the ben“Everyone should have personalized care with one-on-one service efits and sound choice with Florida and be treated like family,” Pruitt ad- State Hearing Aids, call 386.226.0007 mits. That is why free or discounted or visit floridastatehearing.com
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The Smartest People by George & Peggy Goldtrap ho are the smartest people you know? Do not answer your parent of your spouse. Those are givens, prejudiced by our experiences… and that’s all right. It shows respect for those from whom we have learned. I’m talking about a different group of folks. I’m talking about really smart people, brilliant because they outthink most. Most of us are street smart, survivors, figuring things out, finding our way home. However, once at the end of necessity, or practical application, we quit mulling; take a nap and relax like Dagwood. Creative people think beyond that point, asking not just why, but why not… the better mousetrap syndrome. Roll back the years. Meet the wheel’s inventor… ole what’s his name. (Shame there was no patent office at the time). Leonardo da Vinci, when he wasn’t inventing a tank, building moats, or studying anatomy, painted the mysterious smile lady that still has us asking, Why? In America, we parade Whitney, Fulton, and the Wrights. Thomas Edison thought, and proved, there was no substitute for perspiration and imagination. He had a eureka moment, light bulb idea, and electric bills were invented. If an idea doesn’t work the first time, try, try again and imagine it working another way. Edison’s focus, like Walt Disney’s fantasy, was boundless. Henry Ford thought he could, he would, and he did, build a better horse. Now every family owns one, or two, or three. Ever wonder who invented common, everyday, take-for-granted things? I’m talking about ordinary objects, like the salt shaker, the door bell, or the sock. Who had the first Aha experience? Who put the light in the refrigerator? Did the straw make the sip, or the sip make the straw? God made fleas, but who made the powder? The best contemporary example of smart is Bill Gates, who thought there was a better use for numbers than Rubik cubes and Bingo. Michael Dell who thought that IBM could be beaten at their own game, so he dropped out of college and by 26 was well on the way to gigantuan wealth. He proved that if you have a good idea, it pays to do something about it. Talk about thinking outside of the box, look at all the empty Dell boxes sitting around. Both Gates and Dell succeeded because they did not allow others to set their standards. Consider the really persuasive peddlers who gave us things we didn’t need… or even want… but bought anyway. Do you have more than one watch… maybe an expensive one? What does the expensive one do that the cheapie does not? Nothing! How about razors? Gillette is
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Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap
constantly telling us we need the newest 7 blade, atomic powered, super deluxe model. Sales hype, nothing more. Then there’s the tiny bit of green stuff on your plate when you buy a restaurant meal… parsley they call it. Soggy, green, swamp stuff is what I call it. Who eats it? Who wants it? Who needs it? Nobody! Yet who do you know that doesn’t get it when they purchase lunch or dinner. Just imagine the conversation, years ago before parsley was peddled as panache. Hey Tom… whatcha gonna do with all that parsley growing on your place? I don’t know Ed… can’t kill the stuff. It multiplies like a weed! Whadaya-gonna-do? Sell it! Who on earth to? It’s useless, tasteless, ugly; I mean, nobody’s gonna buy it? Look Tom… I’m gonna create a need for it. Tell the restaurant people; starting with the most expensive, that their food will look better and classier, plus parsley will fill empty space on the plate… they can raise their prices. I don’t know… it might work. This yucks to bucks perspective might promote parsley to prominence. Or try this one on for size. The table napkin made its place in society because the Romans were such sloppy eaters. Artists saw an opening and started painting table napkins, which are usually tucked under the collar at the neck. Competition began to see who was the better artist, and who could wear the fanciest neck napkin… and, so the neck-tie was born. Who needs ’em? No one. Who wants’em? No one! Who wears’ em… almost every man on the planet. Neck-tie inventor… smart man! You probably have favorites I have not considered. My all time favorite… the first salesman to ballyhoo bottled water. Think about it. The earth’s surface is seven-tenths water. It is the most available element on earth. There is not now, not has there ever been any shortage of fresh water. Yet… one day some salesmen sat down and decided that if they put water in a bottle, and put the word fresh or pure on the bottle, they could sell it to the public… even tap water is now sold in a bottle. Over and over science has shown that bottled water is in no way superior, but look at the space it has garnered in the supermarkets. Look in the streets, at desks, in purses, in the Oval office. As George Carlin asked…when did everybody get so thirsty? I know when. When a few smart salesmen and ad men decided we were.
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What’s In The Stars For The Week Of March 25 ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your soft-hearted self is drawn to a tempting offer. Your hard-headed half isn't so sure. Best advice: Do it only after every detail is checked out to your liking. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your inventive mind should help you find a way to get around an apparently impassable barrier and make yourself heard. Your efforts get you noticed. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You're enjoying this creative period. By midweek, you'll need to emphasize your more pragmatic talents as you consider a risky but potentially lucrative move. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) An unexpected rejection could turn into something positive and ask for advice on how you can make changes that will make the difference. LEO (July 23 to Aug. 22) Your Lion's heart gives you the courage to push for answers to a job-related situation. You'll soon find more believers coming out the ranks of the doubters. VIRGO (Aug. 23 to Sept. 22) Your curiosity pays off this week as you push past the gossip to find the facts. What you ultimately discover could lead you to make some changes in your plans.
LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A new sense of enthusiasm helps get you out of on-the-job doldrums and back into a productive phase. Family matters also benefit from your more positive attitude. SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) A bit of nostalgia is fine. Don't stay back in the past too long or you might miss seeing the signpost up ahead pointing the way to a new opportunity. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) If you feel you need to take more time to study a situation before making a decision, do so. Don't let anyone push you into acting until you're ready. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) As the Great Advice Giver, the Goat really shines this week as family and friends seek wisdom. Someone close to you might make a surprising request. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Spiritual concerns dominate part of the week before more worldly matters demand your attention. An old promise resurfaces with some surprises attached. PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20)You're in a highly productive period and are eager to finish all the projects you've taken on. Don't let yourself get swamped. Take a breather now and again.
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ODYSSEY TRAVEL CLUB with your hosts, Julie Powers & Lucy Mennie
Our group meets about once a month to enjoy each other’s company, travel opportunities, and some fun presentations. We plan trips you can take with a spouse or friend, with just a few other people, or in a large group. There is no fee or commitment. You can join us for any or all of our meetings, and the same goes for our adventures. Our next meeting is:
Wednesday, March 28 at 10 A.M. Guest Speaker: Mr. Gabe Rodriquez, MCC Sales Account Manager For Celebrity Cruise Lines At The Roost Restaurant in the Crane Lakes Gated Community 1850 Crane Lakes Blvd., Port Orange Please RSVP, 386-672-8113 or email Paula@odysseytravel.com Remember, travel is one of the best ways to keep learning and growing!
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Ponce Law Passes... Awaits Governor’s Signature by Debbie Darino hen I first heard about Ponce's death which was the morning after, I cried just like everyone else did. Puppy Ponce had been brutally beaten and killed by his owner on April 8, 2017. At that moment, I knew it was time to put my foot down on all this animal abuse. For years I had been in rescue and just assumed these abusers were getting jail time only to find out they weren't. So I reviewed the aggravated animal cruelty statute F.S. 828.12 to see what the hangup in this law was in regards to jail time. Once I determined the issue I put forth the petition for harsher punishment for animal cruelty —Ponce'sLaw@change.org To make sure all the wording I wanted was appropriate, I used the help of an attorney that works for the Animal Legal Defense Fund and we created the amendment. Frank Fabrizio, Chief of Police for Ponce Inlet had contacted me personally and was very eager to help with this endeavor, so we teamed up and went to work. We contacted all our local representatives and senators asking them to sponsor and co-sponsor Ponce's Law. We also reached out to organizations that are now our supporters such as the Florida Police Chief Association, the Florida Sheriff's Association, Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association, HSUS, and the ASPCA. Our group, Justice For Ponce, grew and now has over 12,600 members and the petition has over 86,000 signatures. I am in complete awe of the support that I have been given. The bill named Ponce's Law is named after puppy Ponce, and will allow judges to more freely sentence persons convicted with the aggravated animal cruelty statute, which is a 3rd degree felony, to jail or if warranted to prison. It also allows the courts to prohibit these same abusers from owning, having contact, or possessing an animal. Here is a brief explanation of what Ponce's Law is intended to do. There are two bill numbers... one for the house and one for the senate. Those bill numbers are: HB 473 and SB 1576 1. HB 473 reclassifies the sentencing level for violations of aggravated animal cruelty in the Criminal Punishment Code from a level 3 to a level 5 violation (Ch. 921.022, F.S.). • F.S.S. 828.12 (2)(a) prohibits aggravated animal cruelty: “A person who intentionally commits an act to any animal, or a person who
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owns or has the custody or control of any animal and fails to act, which results in the cruel death, or excessive or repeated infliction of unnecessary pain or suffering, or causes the same to be done, commits aggravated animal cruelty, a felony of the third degree.” • Currently, aggravated animal cruelty is a level 3 which provides minimal options to sentence criminals convicted of intentionally committing animal cruelty. • Level 5 reclassification will provide additional discretion to state prosecutors and judges in sentencing those convicted of committing aggravated animal cruelty.
Debbie Darino and Chief Frank Fabrizio at the unveiling of the Ponce statue which has been placed in the dog park in Ponce Inlet 2. HB 473 clarifies that judges may prohibit those convicted of animal cruelty from owning or having contact with animals as a sentencing condition. Ponce’s Law was passed on Friday, March 9, after being introduced by state Rep. Tom Leek, R-Ormond Beach. Ponce's Law is awaiting a ceremonial bill signing with the Governor. “I’m just besides myself with happiness, tearful, happy like, ‘Wow.’ It’s hard to believe this day actually got here,” I said after the vote. The moment Ponce's Law passed even the audience within the State Representatives were clapping so you know it’s an awesome moment... one that doesnt happen often and it is rare for a new bill to pass in its first year. I have watched the video of the vote many, many times and will never get tired of seeing all our hard work paying off! Chief Fabrizio and I plan to be there beside the governor watching him sign the bill. Once signed the bill will go into effect on either July 1 or Oct 1, 2018, whichever date they choose. Update On Ponce Case: Ponce’s owner was charged with felony animal cruelty and is awaiting trial. The process has been delayed as prosecutors and the defense attorney appeal rulings in the case.
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ST PAL Seniors Today Professional Advertiser League.
Networking To Improve And Support Senior Community Services. ST PALs (Seniors Today Professional Advertising League) is a networking group organized by Seniors Today newspaper and made up of professional people in our community that all have businesses that serve our senior community. The group was the first of its kind in this area, was formed over 20 years ago, and is the longest running networking group dedicated to seniors in the Volusia /Flagler area. ST PALs prides itself on constantly networking to improve senior resources, enrich senior lives, and provide quality services and care for our seniors. ST PALs is committed to meeting the needs of the seniors in our community. For more information, please call, 386.677.7060. The following is a list of professionals who share the ST PALs commitment. Please be sure to consider their businesses when you have the need for their services: Nicolle Cella
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Pace Returns Meet The Professional Panel Special to Seniors Today
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eniors Today is excited to tell you that PACE–Professionals Advocating for Community Education has returned! The first meeting this year will be held on Thursday, April 26, 10:30 A.M. at the Gateway Center For The Arts, 880 N. Charles Richard Beall Blvd., DeBary. PACE is a panel consisting of a group of senior healthcare professionals who want to inform the community about the healthcare process and senior issues. Have you ever wondered what you would do if you had to go to into the hospital? Could you go home after you were discharged? If so, do you need help at home? Do you need a will? How often do you need to update it? What exactly does Medicare cover? What does Hospice do and when is it time to call them? Real questions that our seniors have and the PACE team has real answers! PACE was conceived when several professionals met to discuss the idea of how great it would be if seniors had a resource to have their questions and concerns addressed free of charge. We would like to introduce you to the members of our panel and the their areas of expertise: Assisted Living— Mary Sanguedolce has been in senior living for over 25 years, first as an activity & social director, and then as the executive director. Mary describes herself as a senior advocate, enjoying assisting residents and families into discovering the best senior living solution for them. She applies her extensive knowledge not only in defining the many different types of senior care concepts, but their financial components as well. She is an avid reader with a newfound passion for oil painting. Skilled Home Health—Nicolle Cella has over 17 years working with seniors in healthcare and Nicolle's priority has always been what is best for them. She started in skilled nursing facilities and since then has been an Executive Director at an assisted living facility and an account representative for skilled nursing facilities with hospice. Nicolle currently is an Account Executive with Amedisys Home Health. She coordinates care for seniors who need services at home such as nursing, physical, and occupational therapy.
Nicolle knew she wanted to be an advocate for seniors when her Grandmother was ill and she assisted in caring for her. She feels that the elder population are who have paved the roads we are on today, so they deserve the very best of care when it's needed. Nursing Homes—Cathy Holland has worked in the Long Term Care field since 1987 and has been a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator for 24 years, all the while working in Volusia County. As the Director of Health Care Services at John Knox Village for 14 years, Cathy gained experience in operations of Assisted Living, Home Health, Outpatient Rehab, and Pharmacy. She is currently the Administrator of Orange City Nursing and Rehab, a 5-Star, AHCA Silver AwardWinning Facility located in DeBary. Seniors Services—Marge Miller has 25 years in the banking industry and through her banking realized the need for Senior Advocacy. In 2010 she established her successful business Miller Senior Services. Her company is insured and bonded. Some of the areas she can assist as a Senior Advocate are: bill paying, assisting seniors to receive benefits and pensions they are due, arrange and keep track of appointments, and much more. She can also act in behalf of her clients as: POA, Guardian, Trustee, and Health Care Surrogate. Community Resources—Bonnie Schillinger is President and publisher of Seniors Today, a newspaper written for the 50 plus age group now celebrating its 27th successful year in Volusia and Flagler counties. Seniors Today, offered free of charge, provides updates, information, health tips, and entertainment to the fastest growing segment of population providing a fresh issue on the stands every other Friday for our seniors to enjoy. Bonnie also has been named Senior Ministry Director at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in South Daytona last year and has moved her offices to the senior center there. She brings her knowledge of community outreach and resources to our panel.
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Meet PACE Panel… Article Cont. Senior Hospice Specialist—Melissa Cole represents Kindred Hospice. She has been employed with Kindred for the past 11 years. Kindred is a nationwide healthcare organization in 48 states specializing in hospice, home health, hospitalization, and rehabilitation. Kindred has many specialized programs for home health and hospice which include: Memory Care, Safe Strides, and Cardio Pulmonary. We believe that every moment matters in a patient's life and we pride ourselves on providing the utmost compassionate care. Most of all, we believe in dignity and respect for each and every patient we serve.
Elder Law—Brittany Gloersen is a partner at Landis Graham French, P.A. specializing in elder law. A graduate of Stetson University School of Law, Ms. Gloersen’s areas of concentration are elder law, guardianship, estate planning, Medicaid planning, and probate. Ms. Gloersen brings energy, compassion, knowledge, and ability to the job. She also enjoys many civic and community ties, including volunteer work with the Rotary Club of DeLand. The PACE panel meets on the 3rd Thursday every other month. Please RSVP to 386.775.3561 to reserve your seat.
To Your Good Health Healthy Room Temperature Dear Dr. Roach: The senior center in my community is kept at a temperature that I and many other seniors find too cool for our comfort. After two hours of playing Scrabble or watching a film, we feel chilled to the bone. We have complained many times to the management, with no change. Recently, I overheard an employee explain to a complainer that the center maintains the cool temperature to keep the germ count in the air down in order to promote a healthy environment. I know very warm temperatures can promote germ growth (anyone in Bacteriology 101 has seen it proven), but would raising the temperature from 72 F to 75 F have any bad effect on the air quality? —H.L. Answer: In bacteriology, most of what we did was in incubators at 37 degrees Celsius (about 99 degrees F), an optimal growth temperature for most pathogenic bacteria in or on a growth medium. However, I was surprised to find that hotter temperatures, in general, tend to reduce both viruses and bacteria in the air. So there's no validity to the employee's claim. The people controlling the temperature (the staff) probably are more comfortable at a cooler temperature than the seniors taking advantage of the senior center (there are many reasons for this). Your suggestion of 75 F seems a perfectly reasonable temperature to me, but maybe it's worth finding out what most of the community wants. *** Dear Dr. Roach: My doctor will not issue maintenance medication prescriptions for longer than three months. My insurance company has sent me many emails asking me to have him write them for the year, and when I mention it to him, he just refuses. I have been seeing him for five years, and
everything is just fine. All bloodwork numbers are excellent. He has just posted a sign in his office that no prescriptions will be refilled without an office visit, so I am not the only one subject to this policy. We like this doctor, but we think this practice is somewhat overbearing, if not unethical. I'd like my prescription to be for a year because we are retired and travel. In the past, more than once I have had to call my pharmacy and have refills sent to another address. This doctor will not respond to calls from a pharmacy for refills; only a visit will do. Is there anything that can be done other than changing doctors? —A. Answer: I would not say that this practice is unethical. Physicians need to decide for themselves how comfortable they are in treating chronic conditions without seeing their patients for a prolonged period. His method ensures very regular follow-up, and he is likely to find changes to your condition more quickly than if he wrote yearly prescriptions. On the other hand, many people don't need such close follow-up, and it is significantly less convenient for many. The bottom line is, no matter what his motivation for such a policy, those who find this too much of an inconvenience probably would do better with a different provider. Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but will in-corporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu To view and order health pamphlets, visit www.rbmamall.com or write to Good Health, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803.
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saiah Benjamin Dalton, Junior, a healthy eight pound 5 ounce baby boy was born at 3:14 A.M. November 7, 1929 in the Holmes County Hospital. Marci had hoped her baby would have been born on her 16th birthday two days earlier, but as she lay in the hospital bed holding Isaiah, Jr., she was glad that he had arrived safe and sound. Dr. Wilhoit, was back in the hospital to make his rounds later that morning and went by the maternity ward to check on Marci and her baby. There were several babies born that night and the maternity ward was a bustle of activity that morning when he walked into the ward. Marci was involved with Isaiah, Jr., when she looked up and saw Dr. Wilhoit approaching her bed. “I want to know about my husband,” she asked him. Dr. Wilhoit hesitated for a few seconds before he responded to her question. “He is as good as can be expected at this point,” he told her. His answer, was to give her as simple an answer as he could give her considering that Isaiah, Sr. was actually not doing well at all. Marci had been through a rough delivery and he had concerns about her health as well. Over the many years that he had been in his medical practice and the hundreds of babies he had delivered he always worried about such young girls having babies. Too many of them had serious complications following delivery and suspected that Marci might have some issues following such a long and difficult labor. He called for one of the maternity nurses to assist him as he checked Marci and the baby over. “You have a fine boy here,” he told her as he completed his exam of Isaiah, Jr. Marci responded back to him by asking when she could see her husband. “Right now I don’t want you or the baby exposed to him until we can get his fever down,” he told her as he turned and walked away. Dr. Wilhoit motioned for the nurse to follow him and at the entrance to the maternity ward he stopped and spoke to her. “I need you to check her temperature every two hours and let me know if there is any change,” he told the nurse. His next stop was at the bed of Isaiah Sr. Cora Mae was there by his side as she had been since he had entered the hospital. “Have you seen your grandson,” Dr. Wilhoit ask her as he approached the bed. “Not yet,” she answered. “Well I think it is time that you go and see him, I’ll be here for a little while checking on your son,” he said as he reached for Isaiah’s chart at the foot of the bed. Cora Mae stood up and brushed the front of her dress down trying knock some
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of the wrinkles out from the long hours of sitting by Isaiah, Sr.’s bed. “I think you are right. I need to go see my first grandchild,” she said as she started walking toward the ward exit. For Cora Mae, the birth of her grandson was bittersweet. Although, it was a joy to have a grandchild, knowing that she also had a son at death’s door drew much of the excitement she would like to be experiencing at such a monumental time from her. When she reached Marci’s bed she could see her new grandson wrapped in a blanket beside his mother. She could see the smile on Marci’s face and knew that she was certainly proud of her new born son. For Marci all the memories of the pain of delivery were now gone and she could feel the joy that came with having her child lying beside them. Cora Mae knew that feeling all too well and wanted so badly to share it with Marci. She bent over the bed and kissed Marci on the forehead and with tears running down her cheek she kissed her grandson for the first time. Cora Mae stood for several minutes stroking the baby’s head and smiling at Marci. Not a word was spoken until Marci finally asked about Isaiah, Sr. He’s not any better,” is all that Cora Mae could conjure up to say. She put her hand on Marci’s forehead and could feel that it was unusually warm. “Are you feeling alright honey,” she asked Marci. “I feel fine,” was her comment back. The two talked for a few minutes and Cora Mae took Isaiah, Jr. from Marci and held him in her arms. Holding him she could well remember the days of holding her own babies and a sense of calmness came over her. The first she had felt in many days. Standing by Marci’s bed she saw a nurse briskly walk into the maternity ward and look around. The nurse saw Cora Mae and walked quickly to her. “Dr. Wilhoit wants you to come back with me immediately,” she told Cora Mae. Cora Mae laid Isaiah, Jr. down next to Marci on the bed and followed the nurse out of the room. As she walked away she heard Marci yell out, “please tell me what is going on.” To be continued... You can contact Byron Spires via email at windingroads@netzero.com
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Humane Society Update Housebreaking Your Puppy Reprinted courtesy of Humane Society of the United States... Part 1 ousetraining your dog or puppy requires patience, commitment and lots of consistency. Accidents are part of the process, but if you follow these basic housetraining guidelines, you can get the newest member of your family on the right track in a few weeks’ time. Establish A Routine Like babies, puppies do best on a regular schedule. The schedule teaches them that there are times to eat, times to play, and times to do their business. Generally speaking, a puppy can control their bladder one hour for every month of age. So, if your puppy is two months old, they can hold it for about two hours. Don't go longer than this between bathroom breaks or they’re guaranteed to have an accident. Take your puppy outside frequently—at least every two hours—and immediately after they wake up, during and after playing, and after eating or drinking. Pick a bathroom spot outside, and always take your puppy (on a leash) to that spot. While your puppy is relieving themselves, use a specific word or phrase that you can eventually use before they go to remind them what to do. Take them out for a longer walk or some playtime after they have eliminated. Reward your puppy every time they eliminate outdoors. Praise or give treats—but remember to do so immediately after they’ve finished, not after they come back inside. This step is vital, because rewarding your dog for going outdoors is the only way to teach what's expected of them. Before rewarding, be sure they’re finished. Puppies are easily distracted and if you praise too soon, they may forget to finish until they’re back in the house. Put your puppy on a regular feeding schedule. What goes into a puppy on a schedule comes out of a puppy on a schedule. Depending on their age, puppies usually need to be fed three or four times a day. Feeding your puppy at the same times each day will make it more likely that they'll eliminate at consistent times as well, making housetraining easier for both of you. Pick up your puppy's water dish about two and a half hours before bedtime to reduce the likelihood that they'll need to relieve themselves during the night. Most puppies can sleep for approximately seven hours without needing a bathroom break. If your puppy does wake you up in the night, don't make a big deal of it; or they will think it is time to play and won't want to go back to sleep. Turn on as few lights as possible, don't talk to or play with your puppy, take them out and then return them to bed. Supervise Your Puppy Don't give your puppy an opportunity to soil in the house; keep an eye on them whenever they’re indoors.
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Tether your puppy to you or a nearby piece of furniture with a six-foot leash if you are not actively training or playing. Watch for signs that your puppy needs to go out. Some signs are obvious, such as barking or scratching at the door, squatting, restlessness, sniffing around, or circling. When you see these signs, immediately grab the leash and take them outside to their bathroom spot. If they eliminate, praise them and reward with a treat. Keep your puppy on leash in the yard. During the housetraining process, your yard should be treated like any other room in your house. Give your puppy some freedom in the house and yard only after they become reliably housetrained.
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• Frozen peas make the best quickie ice pack ever. They stay cold without being bulky and conform to just about any shape. You also can make a holder by doubling over a kitchen towel and stitching it up on the ends, leaving one end open. Stick your ice pack inside and apply directly to the skin. We have a bag of frozen peas that we drew a big X on, so we know that's the 'ice pack' peas! —R.M. in Oregon • You may have heard that wax paper can make your kitchen and bathroom faucets shine, but did you know it can help your shower curtain slide back and forth smoothly too? Just wipe a sheet across the bar. This also can work in the closet for your rods there. Wax paper to the rescue! • Include reminders in your planner or calendar for mundane chores like changing the air filter or treating pets for pests. As a reward, pair it with something fun, like a family game night or girls' night out! • If you're changing out a door, save the old hollow-core door. If you balance it on two sawhorses, it's a perfect work surface, and the door is light enough to tote around. —T.F. in Texas • Rub a magnet along the shaft of your screwdriver to magnetize it and keep screws from dropping, which can be a real pain if you're working in a tight spot or up high on a ladder.
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Antiques The Chair anish modern chairs were offered in stores in the U.S. in the early 1950s. The Scandinavian designs were inspired by earlier furniture: the 18th-century English chair, a Chinese Ming dynasty chair, a Japanese director's chair. Many of the modern chairs were made of hand-carved curved wooden pieces joined with dovetails to make a comfortable back, arms, seat, and sides. Teak, oak, rosewood, and lightcolored woods were used with fabric, leather, or caned seats. Hans Wegner of Denmark created his most famous chair in 1949. It is now known as The Chair. It was made and sold by Hansen/Knoll company for many years. The Chairs were chosen for John F. Kennedy and Richard Nixon in the first-ever televised presidential debate in 1960. One of The Chairs, made in about 1969 and featuring a leather seat, the Knoll label and Hansen stamps, sold in 2016 for $610. Later versions of this iconic chair are available in shops and shows today. *** Q: Should I loan a number of my antiques for a fundraising event? They want me to set up my exhibit and leave it for two weeks, but I am concerned about security and other problems. What should I worry about? None
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of the pieces are extremely valuable, but they are among my favorites, and some are family heirlooms. A: There is always a risk when you exhibit your collection. The exhibit should be in a secure building with a 24-hour security guard or electronic system. Security usually is good during a show, but during setup and after show hours there are people who can get into the room. Before you pack, take pictures and list every item with your estimated value for insurance purposes. Never advertise the value of your collections. Make sure there is a barrier between the exhibit and the public, perhaps shelves behind a large table, or a locked cabinet. Don't exhibit posters or prints in a sunny window. Make sure the pieces are not remounted or altered. Decide before the show how the collection will be packed and returned. A non-profit show may be run by people with no idea of the cost of old things. We loan pieces to teach the public about the past and the joys of collecting, but we had a sundrenched poster fade to unreadable, a clever advertising sign stolen, and a figurine come back missing a hand.
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• On March 29, 1999, the Dow Jones industrial average closes above 10,000 for the first time, at 10,006.78. • On March 30, 1775, King George III formally endorses the New England Restraining Act, requiring New England colonies to trade exclusively with Great Britain. Another rule banned colonists from fishing in the North Atlantic. • On March 31, 1836, the first monthly installment of The Posthumous Papers Of The Pickwick Club, by 24-yearold writer Charles Dickens, is published under the pseudonym Boz. Only 400 copies were printed, but by the 15th episode, 40,000 copies were printed. • On April 1, 1984, Motown singer Marvin Gaye is shot and killed by his father as a result of a longstanding feud. The father, a preacher, was a hard-drinking cross-dresser who envied his son’s success, and Marvin Jr. clearly harbored unresolved feelings toward his abusive father.
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able fruit. Spread mixture evenly over top of pie. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Cut into 8 servings. * Each serving: 215 calories, 7g fat, 3g protein, 35g carb., 296mg sodium, 77mg calcium, 1g fiber; Diabetic Exchanges: 11⁄2 Starch/Carb., 1 Fruit, 1 Fat; Carb Choices: 2.
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Pet Care Good Dental Health by Sam Mazzotta
Dear Paw's Corner: My dog Chip and I were at the veterinarian recently, and she told me that Chip may have an abscess near a molar. He is now taking an antibiotic to try and heal the abscess, but if that doesn't work he may lose a tooth. How did this happen, and how can I prevent it from happening again? —Worried Mom in Wichita Dear Worried Mom: Even healthy young dogs can develop dental problems. There are a number of possibilities as to why it happens—sometimes it's blamed on a diet rich in soft, canned dog foods, or too many doggie treats. Many owners strictly regulate their pets' diet and yet still see signs of tooth decay and other issues like abscesses. Regular checkups are important to catch dental problems early. You did that, and hopefully Chip will respond to treatment without the need for surgery. Another way to prevent some dental issues, or keep them from getting worse, is to brush your dog's teeth regularly. Cat owners, don't think you're exempt, either. For both dogs and cats, brushing
their gums and teeth gently about once a week takes about 10 minutes and can make a huge difference in their dental health. Pet supply stores and vets’ offices carry meat-flavored toothpastes designed for pets (don't use human toothpaste). You can purchase a finger brush, or simply wrap a clean, soft cloth around your index finger. Put a little paste on the end of the brush or your finger, lift your pet's lip out of the way, and gently swipe from the gum line down each tooth. Give your pet a little treat and some love once you're done. Send your questions, tips, or comments to ask@pawscorner.com
Senior Service Line When Age Catches Up With You by Matilda Charles
t what point do we finally cave in to aging? It’s different for all of us, but there are some things we eventually need to give up. Aren’t there? For me the breaking point in “I can do it myself” came recently when I started planning for a bit of redecorating. Tops on my list was painting a few of the rooms. I’m no neophyte when it comes to a paintbrush and roller—and a ladder. I painted my first room at age 16 and have painted at least some of every place I’ve ever lived since then. I have a 20-year-old ladder, a bit wobbly now but perfectly stable for zipping up and down while wearing a certain pair of shoes (also old) for grip. I even know just how far it’s safe to lean to the left or right without the ladder tipping. I’ve felt perfectly safe. Until now. What, I’ve asked myself, would happen if I fell and there was no one here to help? I’ve thought about ways around that, including having a neighbor come over. No, I wouldn’t enjoy what has
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always been a happy solitary task with music blaring. So where do you draw your line in the battle against aging? When do you stop shoveling in the garden? When do you ask for help carrying 40-pound bags of pet food? When do you stop hanging from a ladder like a monkey while wielding a paintbrush? After making a few calls, my painting situation has been solved. A very nice young painter will be here to paint ceiling trim and the top 2 feet of walls while I, with feet firmly on the floor, paint everything else. I wonder I’ll have to give up next.
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