Seniors Today Volusia Edition March 30th 2012

The Senior Newspaper Serving Volusia & Flagler Counties For 21 Years—COMPLIMENTARY COPY

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March 30, 2012

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That’s A Mistake

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magine earning a trip to Europe.

Once there, you decide to pick up a map, take a friend, and go for a walk. You follow the map for many blocks and find yourself in the area of official looking automobiles and sinister looking guards complete with guns! Wow! In a strange country… strange things happen and you are just short of terrified. You take another hurried look at the map and suddenly realize… you’ve had the map upside down.

You take loads of pictures of some of the most gorgeous sites on earth.

Then when you are on a sightseeing tour, you find yourself high up in the air on a rail. You lean out for a better look and drop your camera. Oh no… a terrible mistake. You have to ‘buy’ copies of those sites.

You insert the coffee in your fantastic new single cup coffeemaker, add the water in the well and wait for the sssshhhh sound of the coffee coming through. You go turn on television and happily you return to the kitchen for your first cup of coffee in the morning.

There’s only one problem. You forgot the cup! That’s a mistake.

You and a friend are working from a heavy duty truck when you decide it’s time for a refreshing cold drink. The beach is just a block away so why not go there to enjoy it? When it’s time to leave, you get in the truck, start the motor, the wheels spin and the front of the heavy laden truck travels high into the air! How do you explain that?

That’s a big mistake.

set your purse on the floor… next to a friend’s purse of the same color. Days later, you reach in your purse and pull out a napkin. Inside the napkin is teeth!

After due consideration, you recall that your friend has false teeth. She had inserted her lower teeth in your purse (intended for hers) because they were uncomfortable in her mouth when she ate. That’s a mistake. Worst of all, she didn’t know where her teeth were and returned to the restaurant to go through

You’re having dinner with friends.

The chairs are close together so you

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their garbage looking for them. In that case, the only mistake was that they weren’t in the garbage. They were returned to her as a present in front of friends at a Christmas party. Another mistake? Quite a laugh… but… T.G. her teeth back.

You decide it’s time to go see the family in Pennsylvania. You travel for hours, get tired and hungry and decide to stop for breakfast. You get off at the next exit, fill up the gas tank, eat a hearty meal, and you’re ready to go. Refreshed you get back in the car and drive many more hours. Then ahead you see a sign of greeting: Welcome To Florida! Ooh! What a mistake!

You travel to Hawaii, decide you will go in the ocean… but not too far because you have your cell phone with you. A big wave comes and your phone goes flying into the Pacific Ocean. OOhh! Human mistakes are too numerous to mention and we all make ‘em. Have you ever heard it said, “I once made a mistake. I thought I was wrong!” ST

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What’s Happening Around Town…

Easter Services You’re invited to Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Road, South Daytona for Easter services. Maundy Thursday service is offered April 5 at 11 A.M. and 6 P.M.; Good Friday, April 6 at 6 P.M.; and April 8, Easter Sunday at 8 A.M. and 10 A.M. Bring the grandkids at 10 A.M. for Kidstuf and an Easter Egg Hunt during the service. For more information, please call 386-767-6542.

Choral Concerts The Daytona Beach Choral Society will perform two public concerts. One on Sun., April 15 at 3:30 P.M. at the Coronado Community Church, 201 S. Peninsula Ave., New Smyrna Beach and on Sunday, April 22 at 3:30 P.M. at the Christ Presbyterian Church, 2035 W. Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach. The program will provide a variety of music for all. There is a $7 donation for adults and children and students are free. Contact Alan Hovey at 386-671-2156.

Lunch Bunch Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 724 Big Tree Rd. in South Daytona sponsors a Lunch Bunch every Thurs. (except April 5) beginning at 12 noon. Just $4 gets you lunch and bingo with non-monetary prizes. Reservations are required by noon the Tuesday prior. Please call 386-767-6542, Tue. thru Fri. to reserve your space.

Learning, Living & Laughing Series Bishop’s Glen, 900 LPGA Blvd., Holly Hill has a series of free seminars during the month of April. Topics include: Chair Yoga on Mon., April 2 at 3:15 P.M.; Piles And Files on Fri., April 13 at 10:45 A.M.; Choose The Right Medicare Plan on Wed., April 18 at 6 P.M.; Come and enjoy the 2012 Health Fair with educational sessions and tours on Fri., April 20 from 10 A.M. to 1 P.M.; and Veterans Aid And Attendance Benefit Presentation on Fri., April 27 at 11 A.M. Please RSVP to 386-226-9110.

Provide & Protect

Parkinson’s Program

The Daytona Metropolitan Bridge Club, 600 Driftwood Avenue, Daytona Beach is offering a new eight lesson series of Beginning Bridge Classes from April 16 thru May 10 on Monday and Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M. The first lesson is free and subsequent lessons are five dollars. For questions and more details, call Lynn Brown at 386-405-0547.

Used Book Sale

Exploratory Writing

The Friends of the Library are selling gently used books priced from 25¢ to $1 in the Oak Hill Public Library, 125 E. Halifax Ave. through April 30 The library is open from 10 A.M. to 1 P.M. and 2 to 5 P.M. Monday and Tuesday; 1 to 5 P.M., Wednesday; NOON to 3 P.M. and 4 to 7 P.M., Thursday; and 10 A . M . to 1 P. M . and 2 to 5 P. M ., Friday.

For details, call 386-345-5510.

Come join the writing group the first Thursday of each month (April 5 this month) at the Ormond Beach Library, 30 S. Beach St. at 10 A.M. Discover your creative side and explore new ideas in writing. No experience required. Just the desire to be more creative with your writing skills. For questions or more information, please call Lark Shields at 386-852-0736.

Flagler Art Exhibit

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Halifax Genealogical Society The Halifax Genealogical Society will meet Thursday, April 12, 1:30 P.M. in the Ormond Beach Library Auditorium, 30 South Beach St. Speaker Paul Enchelmayer will address a problem challenging all genealogists—What Will Happen To All My Genealogical Research? The monthly class follows the general meeting. Visitors are welcome.

For information, call 386-672-3806.

The Flagler Woman’s Club, 1524 South Central Ave. invites you to the Annual Fine Art Exhibit on Fri., April 13 from 4–8 P.M. and Sat., April 14 from 10 A . M .–4 P. M . Free admission. For information, call 386-439-7726.

The Surfside Chorus Of Daytona Beach is looking for new members to sing Barbershop style acappela music.

They sing at various venues throughout the year. Practice is every Tues. from 6:30–9 P.M. at Daytona State College.

For more information, call Myron at 386-788-7258 or Carl at 386-586-7894.

Dr. Ramon Gutierrez, Doctor of Oriental Medicine will host a free seminar on April 9 from 12:45–1:45 P.M. on the benefits of acupuncture for digestive health at the YMCA of Port Orange, 4701 City Center Parkway, Port Orange.

Dr. Gutierrez will discuss success stories with a variety of digestion disorders including, but not limited to, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, IBS, and chronic inflammation. Seating is limited. Please call 386-675-8406 to RVSP. You may also visit: YourPainSpecialist.com

Come and enjoy a free luncheon as you learn how to make decisions that will benefit your family from now on.

You will also receive a free Wills Planner Guide on Thurs., April 5 from 11 A. M . to 1 P.M. at the Florida Hospital Flagler, 60 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Palm Coast. Attorney Marc Dwyer will be there to answer your questions and you will also receive a copy of the multimedia book, Provide & Protect. For details or to RSVP, call 386-586-4440.

The Parkinson’s Association Daytona Beach and the Port Orange Family YMCA, 4701 City Center Parkway to host Delay The Disease conference on Fri., April 13, and Sat., April 14.

The conference consists of two separate programs: Friday, April 13—Train The Caregiver Program will teach caregivers exercise and fitness to use in their own home for daily living activities; Sat., April 14—PD Boot Camp is designed to expose people with Parkinson’s to three different physical activities; Delay The Disease, Dance For PD, and A Matter Of Balance. Each Boot Camp activity is approximately 45 minutes with a 30 minute rest/snack period in between. Both programs are free of charge and will be held at the Port Orange YMCA. Space is limited and advance reservations for this event are required by calling 386-676-6375.

Males Singers Needed

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Support Group Parkinson’s Association The West Side Support Group Meets the second Friday of each month with speakers and refreshments at The First Baptist Church of DeLand, 725 North Woodland Blvd., from 3–4 P.M. A free exercise Class is available every Thursday from 3–4 P.M. in the Family Life Center. (Note: You do not have to have Parkinson’s to attend.) For more information, call 386-795-5602.

Alzheimer's Support Are you taking care of your loved one?

The A.C.E.S. (Alzheimer's 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.

Florida Power & Light Presents Seniors Today Spring Fling Special to Seniors Today

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id you find some special way to kick-off the spring season? Many seniors did as they attended the Seniors Today Spring Fling on March 20th. Hundreds converged on the Holy Cross Lutheran Church campus in South Daytona for a celebration at the 5th Annual Spring Fling. Holy Cross, with its active senior ministry, provided the perfect setting.

Since March 20 was officially the first day of spring it was the perfect date for the Fling.

The weather was beautiful and spring was in the air providing seniors in the community a terrific day with loads of fun.

A steady stream of seniors were greeted at the door by Benjamin Nickles, Accounting Assistant and Ann Slifer, Account Executive, both with Seniors Today. There was a continuous flow of seniors throughout the building during the entire event.A great representation of senior businesses and services were available to help seniors with questions and provide information on healthcare, finances, living arrangements, travel, social clubs, personal fitness, and other senior needs.

Florida Power & Light, the presenting sponsor, provided much literature for seniors with cost effective ways to manage electric in their home.

Music was provided, as always, by Jim Nelson, known to many in the area as The Entertainer. Jim kept the seniors entertained the entire Fling. Many enjoyed sitting back and listening to his music as they ate lunch and enjoyed cake in celebration of the 5th anniversary of the Spring Fling this year.

No Fling would be complete without Seniors Today editor, Bonnie Gragg and her trusty crew; daughters Savannah and Sydney, assisting in the kitchen making lunch for all to dine on while Kathy Whitby the ‘coffee lady’ poured coffee—and best of all it was all free!

The Halifax Humane Society was on hand with some adorable pets that were up for adoption. Shannon with Lohman’s Pet Cemetery kept the pets happy by supplying the furry friends with treats all day.

Many seniors were the happy recipients of door prizes donated by the vendors and Seniors Today.

Bonnie Schillinger, Seniors Today owner states, “I am truly grateful to have so many senior businesses and the church willing to partner with us to make an event like this such a success. It is the perfect way for us to say thank you to all the readers who have supported our newspaper for the last 21 years. I know our seniors appreciate their special fun-filled, free day.” ST

Men!!! Can you sing???

Want to sing???

The SURFSIDE CHORUS OF DAYTONA BEACH sings Barbershop style acappela music, and is looking for new members. Snowbirds welcome.

We sing at various venues throughout the year, including X-mas and Valentines Day. Practice is every Tuesday, 6:30– 9 P.M., at Daytona State College, Daytona Beach, Building #230.

The Surfside Chorus is a member of the National Barbershop Harmony Society of Nashville, TN.

For more information please call "Myron" 386-788-7258 or "Carl" 386-586-7894.

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Blackberries... The New Fence!

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very senior citizen needs to have a Blackberry phone to keep up their busy social agenda. GAG and I each have one. It’s synchronized with our computer so we are in contact with all things newsworthy.

Without our Blackberry life would be chaos. We have a HeartMinder app—it dings if we don’t. FaceBook is just a touch away (Speaking of FB, is there a law that I must use my own face?)

When our children call, their picture pops up. Our great-grandbaby’s picture greets us in the morning with a smile. I can take, crop, text, e-mail, copy, edit, save, send, attach, add all while still in my jammies.

George says there is no real reason to get out of bed. I love it.

My BB wakes me up. (That’s hard to do when I’ve put it on mute.) I can tell my BB to vibrate although I’m careful about that. One time it vibrated in my pocket and I thought I was having a stroke.

All of our doctor’s appointments are in the phone, hospitals and the druggist are on speed dial and of course 911… plus we get daily downloads of ObitsRUs so we can see who’s on the green side of earth. We can coordinate visitations and services. If the death’s out of town, we e-mail condolences, and ‘sign the book’ electronically.

We don’t twitter after a death… for obvious reasons.

Reminders tell us when to fast for blood tests, and a smiley face pops up reminding, ‘time for a ‘specimen’. When there’s an event at our favorite assisted living center, the picture of the place pops up with a schedule of activities. Most folks go casual, but if folks are dressed up, guys shaved and the women in lipstick, well, that means there’s newbie on the floor. Date night’s over at 7, but so is any desire.

This medical stuff has turned into some great games. There’s the New Room, New Day game, Who’s Your Wife?, What’s My Name?, Run for the John, Name That Med. (So much fun!) It’s like Charades with a twist. One person stands up in front of the group and acts out symptoms; like spasms, tremors, hallucinations, etc. You try to guess what medication caused the reaction. Of course, this game changes rapidly as more side effects are revealed. Guess your partner’s blood pressure is a favorite. Find My Glasses is a game we play at home. I even have an app that tells me when to change batteries in a hearing aid.

My Blackberry has a task keeper, and a voice activated memo function. I just have to remember how to use it.

I love scheduling birthdays and anniversaries… forever. My BB reminds me of how many people I love, how much I love them, and that they’re all waiting for a gift. (If I forget the grandchildren always call.)

I shop via the Internet: anniversaries, birthdays, graduation gifts, wedding, and shower choices. Once I buy these things, I can track them as they journey to the happy recipient. How exciting.

GAG and I don’t talk any more. We just e-mail or text… thumbing our way to marital bliss.

Happy Talk …by George & Peggy Goldtrap GAG has his ballgames scheduled for a year. Scheduling is more difficult for the 70’s league. At any one time half the team is on disability. (In Senior Softball time is called when a diuretic kicks in.)

I have a weather app so I know how to dress for daily exercise. Remember the free maps we got at the filling station? No more. Anywhere I want to go, I Google. It’s usually right.

Want to know where you came from?

Ask your phone. Genealogies make census on a BlackBerry. Want to know where you’re going? BB has millions of meditations, and spiritual swami’s swarm the net.

Got a cute gurgling baby? Put him on YouTube and watch it go viral. Privacy is dead. Nothing is secret. BB and Google know all, see all, and forget nothing. That’s better than GAG and I can do.

If you’re counting calories, there’s an app…where to get cheap gas… yep… movie tickets?... yep! Inventory, calculating budgets… sometimes we even use the phone for calling friends and family.

Do you read? Enlarge the print and choose from a variety of subjects. Forget the library. Links to world news, instruction, gossip, local events, and of course, Seniors Today… now by subscription right at your fingertips.

Cell phones are now our back fence… the techno gathering place for gossip or good news. Contracts are written and sent internationally. Reservations booked… lovers break up and make up. A simple upload of my photo to the right site and I can see myself in a new hair-do and haircolor. Political candidates are slammed and jammed. I’ve got the whole world in my hands. Everything is beautiful… until the cell towers go down, the battery is totally exhausted, or the electricity goes out.

And you thought as you grow older there’s less to do. I’m working harder, and smarter. Wait, I hear an alarm. It’s my BB, reminding me that it’s nap-time. ST

George and Peggy Goldtrap are both actors, speakers, and writers living in Ormond By The Sea. Contact them at georgegoldtrap@gmail.com

Antiques Autographed Baseball

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Q: I have an All-Star baseball signed

by Joe Torre and others. I am enclosing a picture and hope you can provide me with additional information.

— Linda, Richibucto, Canada A: I examined the picture, and I believe the signatures on your baseball are stamped and not genuine. Several of the signatures go into the sewn part of the ball, and they appear too uniform. I recommend you show the ball to several dealers in your region for their professional opinion. *** Q: During my husband's tour of duty in Europe during World War II, he purchased some small wood carvings, two of which are marked. Would they be of interest to a collector?

—Lila, Billings, Montana A: I was unable to find the marks you sent me in any of my references. This doesn't mean they have no value. To determine exactly what they might be worth, the time has come to consult a professional appraiser, and you should expect to pay for this service. Donald

Hull of the Hull and Allen Auction Group is a local certified appraiser and might be able to help you. His contact information is P.O. Box 31122, Billings, MT 31122, and www.hullandallen.com *** Q: I have old Archie comic books from the 1970s, most with cover prices of 15 cents. They are all in fair to good condition. What is their value?

—Joyce, Clewiston, Florida A: Robert Overstreet, author of The Official Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide published by House of Collectibles, lists most Archie comics from the 1970s in the $1 to $5 range. Condition is extremely important in determining the value of comics. ST Write to Larry Cox in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to questions forcox@aol. com Due to the large volume of mail he receives, Mr. Cox is unable to personally answer all reader questions.

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What’s In The Stars

For The Week Of April 2

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) This is a good time to reassess important relationships, both personal and professional, to see where problems might exist and how they can be overcome.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) It's not easy to bring order to a chaotic situation, whether it's in the workplace or at home. If anyone can do it, you can. A pleasant surprise awaits you.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Be careful that you don't make an upcoming decision solely on the word of those who might have their own reasons for wanting you to act as they suggest.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) A personal relationship that seems to be going nowhere could be restarted once you know why it stalled. A discussion could result in a surprising revelation.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) That unexpected attack of self-doubt could be a way of warning yourself to go slow before making a decision. Take more time to do a closer study of the facts.

VIRGO (August 23 to Sept. 22) A workplace problem needs your attention, now, before it deteriorates beyond repair. A trusted third party could be helpful in closing the gaps.

LIBRA (Sept. 23 to Oct. 22) A recent family situation could give rise to a new problem. Keep an open mind and avoid making quick judgments about anyone's motives until all the facts are in.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23 to Nov. 21) Rely on your always-sharp intuition to alert you to potential problems with someone's attempt to explain away the circumstances behind a puzzling incident.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 to Dec. 21) Although you still need to do some snipping off of those lingering loose ends from a past project, you can begin moving on to something else.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 to Jan. 19) With your self-confidence levels rising, you should feel quite comfortable with agreeing to take on a possibly troublesome, but well-rewarded, situation.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 to Feb. 18) Travel is favored, both for business and for fun. The end of the week brings news about an upcoming project that could lead toward career change.

PISCES (Feb. 19 to March 20) You might feel overwhelmed by a flood of responsibilities. If you deal with each one in its turn, you'll be able to hold your head above water and move on. ST

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Books The Expats Reviewed by Rose M. Croke

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ate Moore's life in Washington, D.C., might appear normal, but she is hiding a secret life working as an analyst and former operative for the CIA. When her husband is offered a lucrative job in Luxembourg, Kate welcomes the opportunity to start fresh and leave behind her double life. She reinvents herself as an expatriate, or expat, and a stay-at-home mother, who fills her days with household chores, afternoon play dates, and lunch or coffee with other expat mothers.

As her husband works increasingly long hours at a job Kate has never understood and for an employer she doesn't know, her isolation and loneliness grows and doubts arise about her marriage.

When a mysterious American couple arrives in Luxembourg, Kate becomes convinced that they are not who they claim to be, and she fears her past life has finally caught up to her.

Kate uses her skills as a spy to uncover the secrets of the people who surround her, including her own hus-

band, who harbors the biggest secret of all. Kate soon finds herself mired in layers of deceit so deep and multi-layered, they threaten her family, her marriage, and even her life.

Author Chris Pavone is firing on all cylinders in his debut novel. He slowly builds tension and methodically crafts a story with an end game that is so elaborately executed, readers will shake their heads in awe and disbelief. No one— not a single character—is who she or he appears to be. The plot twists come fast and furious with the action building to a spectacular climax.

Pavone writes convincingly from the female perspective, and readers of both women's fiction and espionage thrillers will enjoy The Expats. Kate Moore is a full-dimensional female protagonist who, in spite of living a daily charade, will stop at nothing to protect and defend her family. ST

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We Invite You To Join Premier Health—Membership Is FREE. lorida Hospital Memorial Medical Center’s Premier Health is a FREE membership program for those age 50 and older. There are 100,000 members across Central Florida. Premier Health is not an insurance plan, HMO, or Medicare Supplement, but a free program to help you improve your health, enjoy an active lifestyle, and become an informed health care consumer. Our mission is to keep our members aware of the latest medical breakthroughs and provide quality health and lifestyle information through a variety of programs and services.

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Summary of Member Benefits - Cafeteria Discount—25% - Gift Shop Discount—10% - Premier Health Awareness— Newsletter mailed to your home - Health Programs, Seminars, and Screenings—Details in the newsletter - Annual Lipid Profile & PSA—Monitor cholesterol and/or glucose, low cost - Annual Flu Shot - Dental Discounts—No enrollment fees - Personal Alarm Services—Home telephone monitoring for emergency help - AARP Driver Safety—Classes geared for drivers age 50 and over - ElderSource Counseling—SHINE Counseling—Assistance with Medicare questions - Financial and Estate Planning seminars—Bring your questions, you set the agenda - Notary Services - Copy Services

- Monthly Meeting Schedule Noon dinner meal and speaker.

Advance reservations required.

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It’s FREE and easy to join for folks who are 50 and older. Call us today at 386.615.4334 and we’ll send an informational packet and application to you. Share one with your friends as well.

Premier Health Meetings—held in the classrooms of the Medical Office Building, main campus, Daytona Beach. Programs are $11 including lunch. Reserve by 4 PM on the Friday prior to the meeting. Call if you need to cancel. We’ll try to transfer your reservation to a last minute caller; however you will be expected to honor your reservation if a replacement is not available. A salad alternate luncheon is available upon advance request.

Thursday, April 26, NOON: Dr. Dany Obeid specializes in internal medicine, pulmonary disease, and sleep medicine. He will join us to talk about Sleep Disorders and what can be done to help you achieve a restful night’s sleep. Menu: Chicken cacciatore, angel hair pasta with red sauce, broccoli/cauliflower mix, rolls, and pineapple upside down cake for dessert. Reserve by 4 PM on Friday, April 20.

Thursday, May 24, NOON: Dr. Robert Mosca is a family practice physician who will talk about The Ten Early Signs of Alzheimer’s. This topic is on everyone’s mind, and we all know of people who have been diagnosed with it. Here’s your opportunity to find out the latest information and research. Menu: Stuffed shells, salad, rolls, beverages, and lemon meringue pie for dessert. Reserve by 4 pm on Friday, May 18.

Activities to learn from and enjoy! Register at 386/615-4334 Monday, April 9: AARP Driver Safety, in the Medical Office Building (main campus) to refresh driving skills for folks age 50+. It includes all the material in one six-hour day. Cost: $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. Bring your AARP membership card. The class is 9 am to 4 pm with a 45-minute lunch break. Bring lunch or purchase it in the hospital’s cafe. Register in advance. Next class: July 19, 9 am-4 pm.

Wednesday, April 13, 11:30 am-1:30 pm: DVD “Book” Club The program features two chapters during each session and we enjoy lunch together from the café in between the chapters (your own expense or bring your own). The DVD is Lifelong Health with Prof. Anthony Goodman. This is a book club without reading the book! Use your Premier Health membership card for discounts in the cafe. Future meeting dates are Wednesday, May 23 and Tuesday, June 19. Call in your reservation.

Wednesday, April 18: Orlando Regional History Center. Enjoy this special exhibit titled The Serious Art Of Make Believe, from the Archives of Universal Orlando Resort. We’ll have a docent tour and see the creative genius behind the theme-park entertainment experience. There are many detailed drawings, architectural plans, and models as well as scale models of scenes and productions. Lunch is on your own from a variety of restaurants within walking distance. Bus pickups: 8:30 am, FHMMC; 8:45 am, Beville Road; and 9:15 am, Orange City Park ‘N Ride. Cost: $31.

Thursday, May 10: Epcot’s Flower and Garden Show, Orlando. The wonderful world of nature and magic come together in this annual feast of nature. Flowers, topiaries, and color everywhere you look. The are also presentations where you can learn about an aspect of gardening from the professionals. Come along for a fabulous day! Bus and admission ticket is $120 for the day, food is on your own. If you have a ticket, make a reservation for the bus only and that cost is $30. Bus pickups: 8 AM, Flagler; 8:30 AM, FHMMC; and 8:45 AM, Beville Road. We’ll head home at 6 PM. Advance reservations are required.

Wednesday, June 6: Dolphin Discover Tour, New Smyrna Beach. Tour the Indian River Lagoon in an all-weather pontoon boat. See abundant marine life of dolphins, birds, and other “critters” during the 2-hour guided tour. If you’d like to have lunch first, come to Merk’s between 11:30 and noon (cost not included).

Meet on the dock of the Marine Discovery Center boat dock at 1:30 pm for the trip. Cost: $20 per person.

Thursday, June 21 and Friday, June 22, 7 am to 4 pm: Dynamic Cookware Fundraising event to benefit the hospital. An amazing assortment of small kitchen appliances, cook sets, fry pans, grill pans, sauce pans, stock pots, bakeware, microwavable cookware, kitchen gadgets, tableware and linens, plus fragrances in the café annex. Cash and credit cards are welcome. Plan to enjoy lunch with a Premier Health discount (membership card required). Free valet parking at the front entrance.

Monday, July 30, noon Luncheon: Concerned About Identity Theft? You should be! Theresa Ronnebaum from the State of Florida Attorney General’s Office, established the first federally-funded identity theft specialist position in Florida. She has appeared on local television programs as well as ABC news 20/20. You need to protect yourself, no one is immune. Cost: $11, advance reservations required.

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Section B March 30, 2012 Tails From The Front

By Tyler Stover dopting a new dog is always an exciting day for the new owners. After the initial wave of excitement passes, though, the realization that the dog needs obedience training is a common one. There are books and videos devoted to the topic. There is also a wide variety of obedience classes available for puppies and adult dogs. If you are looking for help, the answer is right here in your community, as Halifax Humane Society is now offering affordable dog obedience training here at the shelter.

While obedience training often costs well over $100, this entire four-week course is just $25 for dogs adopted from Halifax Humane

Society, and $35 for other dogs. Classes will be offered on Fridays and Saturdays. All dogs must be current on all immunizations, and owners must bring a collar, six-foot leash, and treats for their dog to each session.

Taught by Cindi Walsh, ABCDT (Animal Behavior Certified Dog Trainer), the new HHS dog-training classes will allow you to work alongside your dog to learn obedience and proper behavior. The group setting offers an opportunity to learn what is really going on in your dog’s head. Your dog also has the opportunity to become socialized with other people and dogs.

Obedience training is often a great bonding experience for owners and their dog(s).

The combination of leadership skills learned

by the owner and the training techniques learned by the dogs will lay the foundation for a long, fulfilling relationship. For more details, or to sign up for the next class, contact Halifax Humane Society at 386-2744703, and press 1 for our adoption lobby.

2nd Annual Mutt Strutt 5K The 2nd Annual Mutt Strutt 5K will take place on March 31, and features the oneday only opportunity to bring your favorite four-legged friend onto the World’s Most Famous Beach! Visit HHSMuttStrutt.org to register your team and invite your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, or anyone else! This is a free, non-competitive event for all ages, with proceeds benefiting the animals of Halifax Humane Society. All par-

ticipating pets must be leashed and wellbehaved. Registration is at 8 A.M., and the race begins at 9 A.M. at the Daytona Beach Bandshell & Beach Area. Parking is avaiable at the Public Ocean Walk Garage. For more information, contact Jessica at 386274-4703, ext. 328 or jyelvington@hali faxhumanesociety.org

Kane wants to race the other dogs.

Adopt him so he can have a play date.

Keith is keeping an eye on a bird. He can be your watch cat.

Lulu is as lucky as they come. She would be really lucky if she got a new home.

Yuri is all ears when you talk to him.

Whisper that he has a new home to go to.

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Tyler Stover is the Community Outreach Director for the Halifax Humane Society in Daytona Beach. He can be reached at 386274-4703, ext. 320, or at tstover@halifax humanesociety.org

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t’s tough to turn down pleas for help from someone claiming to be in a tight spot. A woman asking for gas money to get her sick child to the doctor plays on the heartstrings whether the story is true or not. In a situation like that, handing over $10 doesn’t seem like a big deal. Unfortunately, that kind, helpful nature is what attracts small-time scammers looking to make a few bucks.

One classic setup is that of a bedraggled, desperate-looking couple hanging out at a gas station by their beat-up van. The man or woman might tentatively approach you, asking for help. “We ran out of gas and we spent the last of our money on food for the baby.

Could you spare some money so we can get home?” Expertly playing the part of a trustworthy person down on her luck, she might throw in that she’ll repay you. She’ll mail the money to you as soon as she gets it.

There is an endless stream of stories concocted to filch as much as $50 at a time from helpful victims. A woman locks herself out of both her house and car and needs money to pay a locksmith. Another woman wants cab fare to transport her sick mother to the hospital. A man begs for money so he could get to a distant hospital to see his injured son.

Another man goes door-todoor asking for money to buy a coffin for his recently deceased daughter. Scammers posing as victims of circumstance turn up everywhere: your front door, the store parking lot, and even in churches.

As a matter of fact, some churches, having been burned by these scammers who raked in cash when the collection plate was passed on their behalf, have established policies to avoid becoming victims. The rule is simple: never give out money. These church members would do nearly anything to help people truly in need. They’ll provide them with food, drive them where they need to go—while taking necessary safety precautions—call the police for them, go to the utility company to pay a bill and so on. Not once will they hand over cash. The needy get help and scammers are deterred.

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On an individual level, such a policy might or might not work for you. The generous majority, when presented with a chance to help out, usually doesn’t hesitate to give a relatively small amount of money, no questions asked.

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…Volusia County Sheriff Ben Johnson However, there’s nothing wrong with saying, “No, I’m sorry, but I can’t do that.”

Then walk away, hang up, or close the door.

If you can’t bring yourself to turn a person down like that, then don’t be afraid to ask questions and demand proof. If you can, offer to call someone on the person’s behalf, such as his relative or law enforcement.

Keep in mind that there are ways to help other than giving out money. If the person in need refuses to accept your help, then the chances are that you foiled a scammer.

Your safety is of the utmost importance.

Don’t let anyone into your home to use the phone. People have been robbed by crooks claiming a car broke down.

Even if you aren’t immediately robbed, the scammer could become familiar enough with your home and what’s in it to come back when you’re not there to burglarize the place.

Instead, offer to make the call for them.

Also, think twice before giving a person a ride. Don’t ever put yourself in a position where you’re alone with a stranger. Think the situation through and call law enforcement if you feel uncomfortable. A stranger truly in dire straits shouldn’t have any problem talking to a deputy or police officer.

It’s certainly good that there are plenty of people out there eager to help others. You just need to be aware that some stories tugging on your heartstrings are actually grabbing for your purse strings. Keep in mind that there is nothing wrong with being skeptical and it’s all right to say no. ST

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Gout: The King Of Diseases And The Disease Of Kings

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out is caused by the deposit of uric acid crystals in the joints, resulting in severe swelling and pain. This disease mostly affects men between the ages of 30 and 45 and women between 55 and 70. Gout is commonly seen in people who are obese and suffer from diabetes or hyperlipidemia.

Uric acid, a substance from the breakdown of purine from food or our own body, usually dissolves in our blood, passing through the kidneys, and then excreted though urine. However, if the body produces more uric acid than the kidneys can excrete, the uric acid can accumulate in the joints and kidneys.

When uric acid builds up in our joints, creating urate crystals, it can trigger intense swelling and pain.

This process can occur in almost any joint such as ankles, knees, or elbows.

However the big toe is usually the first one to be affected. A gout attack is normally very sudden and is triggered by fluctuations in serum uric acid, produced by excessive intake of certain foods and alcohol, trauma, or diuretic therapy. A person can go to bed feeling fine and wake up with an excruciating painful, hot, and swollen big toe.

Between attacks, the patient can feel

perfectly fine. However, attacks can recur in several months to several years.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and corticosteroids are very effective for acute gout attacks.

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Another drug used in treating gout is Colchicine. Its use is limited because of GI side effects. If you are taking Allopurinol or Uloric, these should not be changed during gout attack as they could also affect your serum uric acid level.

The best method to help reduce your risk of subsequent gout attacks is to reduce uric acid in the blood. Allopeurinol and Uloric are both powerful drugs to reduce uric acid production.

Lifestyle change, maintaining a sensible weight and eating habit are essential. Foods with high purine should be avoided. Alcohol consumption also must be limited. Not only will this help reduce gout attacks, but it will also help you fight against hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol.

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Finding Balance In The Battle Against Vertigo If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from spells of dizziness, you may now take a sigh of relief. A new procedure called Canalith Repositioning conducted at the Center for Dizziness, Balance & Motion Sickness will eliminate this problem in 85% of patients. The medical term for this condition is Benign Positional Vertigo; it can cause people to feel nausea, lose their balance, and prevent simple normal activities from being accomplished.

A graduate of Georgetown University Medical School, Dr. Katz trained in Otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) at Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston.

By far, the most common cause of vertigo in people over 65 is benign positional dizziness that occurs while the person is bending over, looking up, and lying down. It has been reported that balance related falls account for more than one-half of the accidental deaths among the elderly.

The utricle is lined with nerve filaments, beneath a sticky pad of crystals. During the normal aging process the gravity-sensing crystals, called otoliths, are released from the utricle and work their way into the semicircular canal, where they float in fluid, head movements cause the otoliths to stimulate nerve endings, which results in vertigo. Once other causes of dizziness have been eliminated, he can proceed immediately with canalith repositioning.

The condition is treated by a simple in-office maneuver where the patient’s head is tilted in several positions in such a way as to remove this debris from the fluid in the inner ear.

Canalith repositioning is a highly effective treatment and can be easily repeated if dizziness returns or is not completely eliminated the first time.

Dr. Katz also treats people with balance problems. Way too often, people are told “you’re getting older, what do you expect?” But it is not a normal part of aging to lose your balance.

Certain antibiotics or viral infections can damage the balance nerves leaving individuals with an insecure feeling when walking, especially when stepping off a curb, walking on an uneven surface like pebbles or lawns and walking in the dark.

When balance problems arise, people have a tendency to restrict their activity and then the brain doesn’t get enough stimulation to learn how to compensate for the injury.

Vestibular Rehabilitation and Balance Retraining (which is performed in our office) is very effective in restoring balance by a process of adaptation and compensation.

Dr. Katz also treats people with Meniere’s disease that is characterized by episodes of vertigo that last anywhere from 15 minutes to 24 hours and is also associated with hearing loss and ringing in the ears.

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It’s That Time Of Year Again

by Barbara Patton

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pring is a time of renewal and rebirth. The weather warms significantly causing new plant growth to spring forward giving this season its name.

Time to think about putting away the extra blankets needed at bedtime, bundling up the sweaters that were there to keep us warm, and storing the space heaters willing and waiting to give the extra comfort our older bodies now seem to need.

There is the general cleaning needed each year to whisk away any semblance of the past winter. We’ll think about opening up the windows, having the air-conditioning serviced, cleaning up the lawn furniture, locating all the the old throws, blankets, and sheets used to shelter the plants we protected during the colder weather (that will certainly take up most of a morning just washing and putting away for another year).

Unfortunately, some of us who have a pesky armadillo—with an attitude—digging holes around the house will spend some time filling in the wholes in the yard.

We have earlier sunrises when taking our morning walks watching the world around us slowly come awake. We return home grateful for that brewed pot of coffee and have our second cup of the day.

The trees slowly lose what was left of last years foliage and you find yourself

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face to face with that dreadful rake, broom, and dozens of large garbage bags that have to be hauled to the curb for pick-up.

Our thoughts turn to family and friends who will be traveling to our front door for the southern hospitality that awaits them each year— pulling out the extra cot from its hiding place if needed for the unexpected grandchild who decides that Grandma’s house will be more fun this year than going to summer camp and, of course, collecting their favorite recipes (that somehow seems to grow each year). Time will be needed for stocking the pantry that has been checked several time over making sure we have everything we will need.

Also on the check list is the cards and games that are played. Double check to make sure we have all the game pieces, all the numbered suits of cards, pencils, plenty of score pads, and dice readily available.

Then suddenly Spring is here. The miracle of rebirth happens, the something we unconsciously have taken for granted is done, and the world comes alive leaving us with a feeling of well being.

We’ll wait for the gathering of friends and family and enjoy the time when just relaxing in the rhythm of small talk and reminiscing helps us find the comfort that comes from friends and loved ones.

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Chicken Soup For The S oul Stay At Home Mom

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fter 20 years of working full time, I resigned from my job as an executive assistant and tried to focus on the needs of my two children, 7-year-old Nikki and 4-year-old Cobi. Both had been in day care since they were 6 weeks old, and I never felt guilty dropping them off.

Not until Nikki went to kindergarten and discovered that not all other moms worked. She saw these stay-at-home moms who stood at the bus stop until their child was picked up. She envied the kids whose moms volunteered during class time and helped out with school parties. Oh boy, did she ever go nuts when she saw that some moms actually went on field trips with the class. She desperately wanted me to be one of those moms!

So after some financial maneuvers, lots of sacrifices, and much soul-searching, I resigned and became the fantasy mom Nikki had dreamed of all her short little life. I was a stay-at-home mom.

However, this stay-at-home mom still was operating on her executive assistant schedule.

I still awoke at 5 A.M. and made my to do list, the single item that my entire day revolved around. Rather than noting the many reports or meetings I needed to give my attention to, I was listing every single activity, craft, errand, or load of laundry I needed to do. As I had done for the past 20 years, I meticulously crossed off every line as it was completed. It was the only way I knew how to operate. I never realized how ridiculous I was being until one morning when I left my list on the table. It was going to be a very busy day, with 22 items already noted on my pad of paper. I needed to take a shower and get started.

Nikki must have gotten out of bed when I was getting dressed, because when I came to retrieve my list and get started on my very busy day, I scanned down the items one last time. There, at the very bottom, Nikki had taken a crayon, and in her 7-year-old writing had added item number 23: 23. I LOVE YOU MOMMY ST

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Alternative Approach To Heel Spurs

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heel spur is a projection or growth of bone. It can happen where certain muscles and soft tissue attach to the heel (traction spur), or from concentrated stress over a small area (stress spur). Mostly, the pain attacks one foot.

Heel spurs are seldom the primary problem, usually developing as a secondary problem. Contributing factors may include: uneven weight bearing due to a pelvis structural dysfunction, scoliosis, or other one sided ailment such as arthritis of one knee.

A tight calf muscle or foot deformity can also contribute to the condition.

Most commonly, the plantar fascia, a broad ligament-like structure extending from the heel bone to the base of the toes becomes inflamed, and symptoms of heel pain begin.

The majority of people with foot pain have no radiological finding, i.e. no spur found on the x-ray. They are usually treated with a steroid injection or oral medication. Most receive physical therapy treatment. If treated early, patients with spurs usually find satisfactory remission of symptoms with conservative therapy.

Conservative therapy may include taping the foot, cortisone injections, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medication, and/ or acupuncture. Early symptoms are often due to inflammation of the fat pad under the heel. This is likely the most common cause

of heel pain. It is seen in all groups of people; runners, athletes, people who have jobs requiring a fair amount of standing, walking, or lifting, and those who have recently gained weight.

Acupuncture & Physical Therapy Ramon Gutierrez, D.O.M. Acupuncture Physician The pain most often manifests itself after periods of non-weight bearing when the plantar fascia is given a chance to rest. A person’s first steps in the morning are often the cause of sudden strain to the tissue. In chronic conditions, the inflammation goes very deep and usually becomes resistant to injections or medicine. Acupuncture has a profound effect due to its ability to reach deep into where the inflammation exists and is effective in increasing circulation for chronic heel pain. Again, if treated early on, conservative therapy is often successful and surgery is often avoidable. Fortunately, at least 80 percent of those treated early do remarkably well.

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—Dr. Romaniello, DMD “I had a nerve compression on my neck which disabled me from turning left or right. Because of the severe neck pain, I could not drive nor sleep comfortably. Dr. Phan’s acupuncture treatments resolved my neck condition.

I am now pain free.”

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Acupuncture For Lower Back Pain

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ccording to the Mayo Clinic, most people will experience back pain at least once in their lifetime. The intensity of lower back pain is in accordance to the intensity of the injury. Pain lasting for days or weeks is considered acute. Pain lasting for months is considered chronic. Lower back pain is usually triggered by a combination of overuse, muscle strain, or injury to the muscles, ligaments, and discs that support the spine. This leads to tension on muscles, bones, discs, and ligaments making the low back prone to injury.

Symptoms of lower back pain include stabbing or shooting pain, muscle ache, pain radiating down the leg, poor posture, inflexibility, and limited range of motion.

Common causes of lower back pain may include improper or heavy lifting, injury or overuse, sudden or awkward movements, structural problems such as sciatica, arthritis, ruptured discs, or skeletal irregularities.

Acupuncture treatments provide a safe, natural way to alleviate lower back pain.

The Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) sees the human body as an integrated being.

It works with vital energies inherent within all living things to promote the body’s ability to heal itself. Qi (pronounced “chee”) is a vital energy that flows through meridians, pathways that run throughout the entire body. Qi protects the body from illness and provides nourishment to cells, tissues, muscles, and organs.

During acupuncture treatments, fine, sterile needles are inserted at specific acupoints along these meridians to release Qi, unblock obstructions and correct imbalance.

Acupuncture & Skin Care …by Dr. Lorenzo Phan OMD, A.P. The benefits of acupuncture for back pain include clearing compression/pinched nerves, increasing blood circulation, relaxing stiffened muscles, reducing inflammation, promoting tissues healing, improving range of movement and flexibility, and deactivating cycle of pain by increasing amounts of natural pain relievers in the brain (serotonin, nor epinephrine, and dopamine).

During an acupuncture treatment, specific acupuncture points are stimulated to balance bioelectric energy circulation and promote the body’s own natural healing abilities. A balance of energy in the body yields mind-body relaxation and optimized physiological functions of the body. The whole procedures last about 20 minutes, during which time patients are very relaxed and comfortable.

Lorenzo Phan of the Acupuncture & Skin Care Clinic located at 725 W. Granada Blvd., Suite 15 in Ormond Beach, FL 32174.

For a free consultation, call 386-6151203 or visit www.acubeautytherapy.com

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Calories Do Count pring is here and many of us are looking to get into shape and shed some of those winter pounds.

There are an abundance of different approaches to reducing weight that you could adopt, but it all boils down to calories in vs. calories out. Here are some tips that may help.

Know your number. Knowing how many calories that you should consume in a day is the first step in managing your weight.

Calories do count. Think of daily calories like a budget—you can only eat so many in a day. Spend calories wisely by choosing lower-calorie, nutrient-rich foods most of the time.

Take charge of your weight. Balance the calories you consume with the calories you burn, through physical activity.

This puts you in control!

Fun stuff counts as exercise too!

Become more active by working in the garden, walking the dog, or dancing to music. Housework will also burn some calories for you.

Little steps = big changes. Sometimes it’s the smallest change that, over time, will make the biggest difference. Serve smaller portions of a variety of foods to help curb calories.

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Rethink your plate. Base your plate on nutrient-rich foods that offer the most nutrients for fewer calories. Choose fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean meats, beans, nuts, and low-fat or fat free dairy products are best.

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Little changes can make a big impact, so be patient but be persistent. By applying one or more of these calorie-reducing behaviors, you’ll be able to get back in shape. Begin with the ones that are easiest for you to implement and then add others to achieve maximum benefit. These small changes can become routine and thus part of your “new� way of eating for the rest of your life. ST Kathy M. Bryant is with the Volusia County Extension Office. For further information, call 386-822-5778. All Extension Service programs and information are free and open to the public regardless of race, color, sex, disability, religion, or national origin.

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Veteran’s Post More Vets Landing Government Jobs

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he effort to put more veterans into government jobs is paying off. John Berry, director of the Office of Personnel Management, recently gave a speech at the Veteran Employment Symposium boot camp and gave some of the preliminary statistics for fiscal 2011: • Hiring percentages are at a 20year high, up 26 percent from last year and 24 percent over 2009. (That's during the time when an Executive Order was issued, creating the Veterans Employment Initiative.)

• Out of 24 federal departments, 22 of them hired more veterans than they did in 2009.

• Out of those 24 departments, 23 of them hired more disabled veterans than they did in 2009.

• Veterans accounted for 29 percent of new hires. That comes to 4.5 percent over 2009 and 2.9 percent over 2010.

A pilot program was approved during the meeting to hire formerly homeless veterans. The programs will give veterans a chance to work in various depart-

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ments in the government and also match job skills.

If you're unemployed or want a government job, this is good news for you.

Go online to www.FedsHireVets.gov and click Veteran, Transitioning Service Member or Family Member, depending on your circumstance. Yes, even some family members (spouse, widow/widower or mother of a veteran) can meet eligibility criteria.

Learn about Veterans' Preference (this can be confusing, as it's not the same as preference for federal civilian employment) and how you qualify for 5 or 10 points in eligibility preference.

Be sure to read about Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans. Certain other qualifications, such as having a campaign badge or a service medal for a military operation, are extra items in your favor.

To see the video of the speech Berry gave, go to www.opm.gov and put boot camp in the search box. ST Write to Freddy Groves in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

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April 2012 Monday April 2 3:15 pm

Chair Yoga For Everyone Focusing on safe alignment, range of motion, and balance.

Learning breathing techniques to enhance your practice and calm the mind. Appropriate for all ages, shapes, and abilities.

Great for special conditions and rehabilitation.

Laura Ashland, Yoga Instructor, Yoga Circle & Dance

Friday April 13 10:45 am

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Friday April 13 & 14

Parkinson's Monthly Group Meeting Delay The Disease Conference Programs to be held at the Port Orange YMCA, 4701 City Center Parkway, Port Orange.

Advance reservations required as space is limited.

Call to reserve your spot 386-676-6375.

Friday April 13 8:45 am*

Train The Caregiver Program Registration: 8:45 am; Program: 9:30 am–12:30 pm Caregivers will learn exercises/fitness techniques designed for People with Parkinson's (PWP). PWP may attend w/caregivers if they can walk & have stamina to interact/exercise intermittently for up to 2 hours.

David Zid, Certified Functional Fitness Trainer and Jackie Russell

Saturday April 14 11 am*

Parkinson Disease Boot CampThree Physical Programs For people With PWP Registration: 11 am; Program: 11:30 am-2:30 pm Delay The Disease: A fitness program designed for PWP to empower them by optimizing their physical functions and helping to delay the progression of PD symptoms.

David Zid, Certified Functional Fitness Trainer and Jackie Russell Dance for PD: A dance program for anyone with PD. No dance experience required!

Staff of the Port Orange Volusia/Flagler Family YMCAs A Matter Of Balance: An award-winning program designed to reduce the fear-of-falling and increase participants’ overall activity levels.

JoAnn Maurice and Reina Leal, Master Trainers (Each activity is 45 minutes with a 30-minute rest/snack periods between them)

Wednesday April 18 6 pm

Learn How To Choose The Right Medicare Plan For You. Do You Know The Facts About Medicare 2012?

Learn about Health Care Reform changes for 2012.

This program will define the differences between Medicare, Supplements, and Medicare Advantage plans.

Beau Shiflett, Account Representative, Florida Health Care Plans

Friday April 20 10 am to 1 pm

Bishop's Glen Retirement Community 2012 Health Fair Embrace Wellness, Enhance Life Over 40 vendors, complimentary food samples, and guided tours of the Bishop's Glen campus.

Announcing the Grand Opening of Our Embrace Wellness, Enhance Life Wellness Program & Outpatient Therapy Services Now Available For Non-Residents— the public is invited to discover about proven therapies backed by positive patient outcomes, and how to access these therapies here at Bishop's Glen.

Guided Tours/Educational Sessions Every 15 minutes: Tour the Aegis Therapies Gym with our State of the Art Nautilus® Machines, and our Geriatric Enhanced Modalities Program of therapies designed for seniors. Our clinicians are specially trained to integrate the modalities of shortwave diathermy, e-stim, and ultrasound with traditional therapies (physical, occupational, and speech therapies).

Live Wise, Live Well, 11 am • A special presentation on the exclusive education and training programs offered in Bishop's Glen's Embrace Wellness, Enhance Life Wellness Program.

Special Guest Speaker Brian D Boekhout, PT, National Director of Wellness, Aegis Therapies—EnerG by Aegis From Kansas City, MO.

Friday April 27 11 am

Are You A Veteran Or The Spouse Of A Veteran (Living Or Deceased)?

Are You A Veteran or the Spouse of a Veteran (living or deceased)? You May be eligible for a special veterans pension. Veterans Aid and Attendance Benefit Presentation A Presentation for Families of Wartime Veterans and Surviving Spouses. Understanding Veterans Administration benefits, the application process, eligibility, and which benefits you are entitled to as a veteran.

Beverly Murphy, Generation Financial The American Association of Wartime Veterans

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