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Greater Waterbury Laser Eye Physicians & Surgeons Now Providing Complete Vision Care Nearby
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From left, Dr. Richard Scartozzi, Dr. Armand Daccache and Dr. Archna Johar provide the best of care to the patients of Greater Waterbury Laser Eye Physicians & Surgeons.
reater Waterbury Laser Eye Physicians & Surgeons (formerly Greater Waterbury Retina), located in Prospect, provides the highest quality of medical and surgical eye care in the Waterbury/Prospect area. Our team of highly-skilled retina and cornea specialists provides a personalized approach and state-of-the-art care for your eye health needs. We want to introduce you to our doctors: Dr. Armand Daccache and Dr. Richard Scartozzi are retina and vitreous specialists who evaluate and treat a wide variety of retinal diseases including macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, injections, vascular occlusions, macular holes and puckers, retinal tears and detachments, eye floaters, macular edema, laser treatments, complications of cataract surgery, uveitis, and more. Dr. Daccache and Dr. Scartozzi are available to see patients in our Prospect and Danbury offices. Dr. Archna Johar is a cornea/LASIK surgeon who
Waterbury’s first orthopaedic practice is still second to none Our practice was established more than 60 years ago, but our sports medicine fellowshiptrained doctors and innovative technology keep us at the forefront of care. Skilled in the latest techniques, including Visionaire knee replacement, arthroscopic and non-surgical procedures, you can trust our orthopaedic surgeons for leading edge diagnosis and specialized treatment for shoulders, knees, elbows, hips and more. Feel better knowing that you’re being cared for by the best.
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specializes in diseases of the cornea. Dr. Johar is available in our Prospect and Danbury offices to provide complete eye exams, eyewear prescriptions, routine visits, cataract surgery, premium lenses, cornea transplants, glaucoma evaluations, and LASIK/PRK surgery. She is also available for consultations and second opinions, and can work with your current eye care provider to give you the best care. Additionally, our LASIK facility, Precision Lasik Group, is located in Cheshire and has an Allegretto Wavelight® Excimer Laser for laser vision correction. We have the most advanced technology in our premium facility to help you reduce your need for glasses and contacts. Greater Waterbury Laser Eye Physicians & Surgeons in Prospect is a part of Danbury Eye Physicians & Surgeons in Danbury with an additional office in New Milford. Together, Danbury Eye and Greater Waterbury provide specialized eye care services by offering high-quality medical, surgical and cosmetic care procedures. Their combined services include complete eye exams, premium lens implants, LASIK, contact lens fittings, cataract surgery, corneal transplants, glaucoma treatments, retina surgery, eye muscle surgery, eyelid surgery, pediatric ophthalmology, BOTOX, cosmetic procedures, emergency treatment, consultations and second opinions, and hearing evaluations. The 12 board certified physicians, three optometrists, and a licensed Hearing Aid Specialist ensure that every patient receives the highest level of care. Greater Waterbury and Danbury Eye treat anyone at any stage of life, from pediatric and adolescent to adult and geriatric. In addition, Danbury Eye is proud and excited to announce that one of their physicians was named “Top Doc 2015” by Connecticut Magazine. For more information on Greater Waterbury Laser Eye Physicians & Surgeons and Danbury Eye Physicians & Surgeons please go to wwww.danburyeye.com and www. danburyeyelidsurgery.com. To schedule an appointment, please call (203) 791-2020.
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Compassion N Care’s Services Enable Aging And Disabled Persons To Remain Independent At Home
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ompassion N Care provides a variety of Home Health Care Services to individuals and their families in the Cheshire, Prospect, Waterbury, Naugatuck, and surrounding areas. Our services are geared toward assisting aging adults and disabled persons live a healthy lifestyle, and remain independent at home. The unique advantage of receiving your care needs from Compassion N Care is the convenience of having all your needs under one umbrella. Our Medicare certified home health division, Compassion N Care Nursing, provides services in the area of skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social services, and homemaker-home health aide services. This division is also nationally accredited by the Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP). Currently, Compassion N Care Nursing is Medicare-Certified, and proud to be nationally accredited through the Community Health Accreditation Program (CHAP). CHAP is an independent, non-forprofit, accrediting body for community-based health care organizations. Created in 1965, CHAP was the first to recognize the need and value or accreditation in community-
based care. CHAP is the oldest national, community-based accrediting body with more than 5,000 agencies currently accredited nationwide. Our Homemaker Companion services include but are not limited to private companion, homemaker, transportation to medical appointments, running errands, and laundry and light housekeeping. In 2014, we added medical alarm systems to provide individuals and families with a level of protection in case of emergencies. One area we have seen a great need for medical alarms is in the area of falls. According to • Budget-friendly plans! the National Center for • Provides independence and peace of mind Biotechnology information • 16 radio channels for up to 16 users (ncbi) study, unintentional • Ultra-compact console falls continue to be the most common cause • Units for tabletop use or wall-mounted for nonfatal injuries among adults ages 65 • Simple to operate years and older. While a medical alarm may • Reliable monitoring service not completely eliminate the possibility of an • Long transmission range individual falling, research shows that it can • 24-hour emergency monitoring greatly reduce the risk, as well as provide the • A variety of transmitter accessories available, including opportunity for quicker response in cases of pendants, key rings, handhelds, and wristbands emergencies. • Flexible emergency, fire, and inactivity reporting With plans costing an average of less than package one dollar per day, families can obtain a topFor additional information about Compassion N Care’s of-the line medical alarm system, 24 hours services, please call (866) 854-5571 and visit our website at per day, 365 days per year. Features include: www.compassionncare.com.
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Cheshire Community YMCA Has A Wide Variety Of Programs For Active Older Adults
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lder adults can find a wide variety of programs at the Cheshire Community YMCA that will help to support active, healthy and independent lifestyles. The goal of older adult programming is to help seniors achieve better health through exercise in a social setting. Our classes focus on improving endurance, strength, flexibility and balance while providing a motivating and fun atmosphere guaranteed to lift your spirits. Our programming includes Zumba Gold®, SilverSneakers Classic,®
EnhanceFitness® and Gentle Aerobics. The Cheshire Community YMCA is a participating facility for both SilverSneakers® and SILVER&FIT.® Eligible members receive a low-cost or no-cost membership to the Y. Check with your Medicare Supplement insurer to see if you qualify. The Cheshire Community YMCA is located at 961 South Main St. Call (203) 272-3150 or visit www.sccymca.org for more information. YMCA Mission: To put Christian
principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Financial assistance is available for qualifying individuals and families. The YMCA is a notfor-profit 501c(3) organization.
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to play it by ear may find themselves battling boredom. Many retirees find themselves bored once they no longer have to focus on a career. Jobs provide a sense of purpose, so it’s understandable that retirees feel bored once those jobs are no longer a part of their lives.
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range from consultancy work that makes use of your professional experience to something entirely different like landscape maintenance at a nearby golf course that gets you out of the house and enjoying the warmer seasons. Whichever you choose, make sure it’s something you find fun and interesting. • Embrace a new hobby. Working professionals often say they wish they had time to pursue a hobby. Now that you are retired, you have all the time in the world to do just that. Whether it’s perfecting your golf game, writing that See Blast Boredom, page 8
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Comprehensive Pain Clinic, P.C. Treats Chronic Discomfort
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omprehensive Pain Clinic, P.C. provides an individual approach in treating your pain. We use the latest technologies to get to the root of what is causing your discomfort and create the solution to alleviate it. Dr. Yasser Shaheen chose Cheshire as a location to expand his practice beyond his North Haven office. His primary mission is to offer patients a compassionate, customtailored, state-of-the-art experience that works to alleviate pain. Many people suffer from chronic discomfort. At Comprehensive Pain Clinic, we treat conditions such as sciatic pain, low back pain, head, neck and shoulder, knee and hip pain. We also treat patients who suffer from fibromyalgia. Our procedures include epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections, sacroilic joint injections. For more detailed information a consultation is
offered and recommended. Dr. Shaheen is a graduate of the University of Alexandria School of Medicine, Alexandria Egypt. After his graduation, Dr. Shaheen participated in pain research studies at Yale University. He then went on to complete an Anesthesiology Residency Training at Yale University in 2003. Dr. Shaheen completed his Pain Management Fellowship at the world renowned Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Shaheen is board certified in both anesthesiology and pain medicine. Dr. Shaheen continues to expand his vast knowledge in the pain management field as a pain management specialist. For more information, visit ctpaindoctor.com or call (203) 4390050. Two locations are available for the convenience of our patients: 100 Broadway, North Haven and 677 South Main St. in Cheshire.
Certain Snacks Aid Better Sleep
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ccording to the National Sleep Foundation, changes in sleep patterns are a part of the aging process. Many people experience difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep as they age, making men and women over 50 feel more tired during the day. Certain snack foods may actually help to improve quality of sleep, especially when used to replace less healthy snacking options. While anyone over 50 should always consult with their physicians before making any changes to their diets, the AARP notes that a handful of the following snack foods can promote better sleep. • Almonds: Magnesium is a mineral with muscle-relaxing properties, and almonds contain enough of it to help men and women get a better night’s sleep. • Bananas: Much like almonds, bananas provide a substantial amount of magnesium. Bananas also contain tryptophan, the amino See For Better Sleep, page 6
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Make Sure That Old 401(k) Keeps Working For You
pon making the transition to a new job or retiring, many people are unsure about what to do with their 401(k) or other retirement plans linked to their former employer. Handling this transition can be costly, and many men and women might benefit from the advice of a professional financial advisor to help them navigate these waters without breaking the bank. Some people may think they’re forced to cash out their retirement accounts when moving on to new companies. Depending on a person’s age, this is a potentially costly option that can incur heavy penalties. Fortunately, cashing out is not the only option men and women have as
they try to figure out what to do with their retirement accounts after retiring or moving on to a new job with a new company. Keep Plan With Your Former Employer Some employers allow former employers to keep their retirement savings in their plans. This allows men and women to avoid early withdrawal penalties and lets them continue to defer paying taxes on retirement savings accounts until they reach retirement age and need to start withdrawing money. Another benefit to keeping money in an employer retirement plan even after you leave the company is it protects See Consider Options, page 8
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For Better Sleep, Have A Banana At Bedtime continued from page 5 acid often associated with the sleepiness people feel after eating holiday turkey. It has been linked to better sleep quality, so a banana shortly before bed might be just what you need to fall and stay asleep. • Cheese and crackers: A more traditional snack, cheese and crackers contain tryptophan and carbohydrates, which can induce a better night’s sleep and help you fall asleep sooner. • Cherries: Cherries contain the sleep hormone melatonin, and the AARP notes that recent studies indicated that participants who drank tart cherry juice on a daily basis fell asleep more quickly and slept longer and better than participants who did not. • Hummus: The primary ingredient in hummus is chickpeas, which are loaded with tryptophan, folate, and vitamin B6. Folate has proven especially beneficial to older men and women who need help regulating their sleep patterns, while vitamin B6 helps the body regulate its clock. • Peanut butter: Peanut butter is another snacking item loaded with tryptophan. Spread some on a carbohydrate—a slice of toast or some crackers—before going to bed, and you may enjoy a better, longer sleep. • Walnuts: Like cherries, walnuts contain melatonin, which can contribute to a longer, more restful night’s sleep. Walnuts also can help regulate stress, which is a leading cause of sleeping difficulty. Many men and women experience difficulty sleeping as they age. But the right foods may just help combat such problems and help men and women get a more adequate night’s sleep.
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Consider Options Before Rolling Over Retirement Plans Rollover Into New Employer’s Plan you if there are rollover Some people have the restrictions governing any option to rollover a 401(k) additional accounts you from a previous employer might have transferred the into their new employer’s money into. plan, but not all companies Employers who do allow allow this. If allowed, it former employees to keep can make the transition their money in retirement that much easier while still plans likely included certain allowing tax-deferred growth language in those plans that on your assets. Additionally, govern how the account is you may be allowed to take managed after employees out loans based on the leave the company. For amount of your combined example, former employees plan rather than on only new may no longer be able to contributions. Rollover and contribute to the plan or take plan loan eligibility should out plan loans. In addition, be confirmed with your new when the time comes to employer. withdraw money, you may or Before rolling over may not be allowed to make your money, confirm your partial withdrawals from investment options under the accounts linked to former new plan. You might find that employers. Read the fine print rolling over your retirement to determine if keeping the assets into an IRA offers plan with a former employer more investment options. makes the most sense for you.
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choose, so discuss your IRA options with your financial advisor to determine if this is the best way to go.
Blast Boredom With A New Hobby continued from page 4 novel, learning to cook like a gourmet chef or whatever else you might have always wanted to do, retirement is a great time to do it. • Get in shape. If retirement boredom has started to negatively affect your mood, a great way to conquer your ennui and improve your outlook at the same time is to start exercising. Exercise is a natural mood enhancer because it releases chemicals knowns as endorphins, which
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Nadine
Pauline
Program begins at 10 am • Check-in and coffee at 9:45am Seating is limited. Call today to RSVP or for more information.