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rom Fuller Brush man to sales executive, Bernie Bregman has worn many hats. An expert in bartering and sales, the former head of the Trade Exchange shares insight into closing the deal and using a hook (such as wearing a jester suit, above) to get noticed. See story on page 2
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Life of a salesman
From Fuller Brush man to bartering expert, Bernie Bregman has ‘led many lives’ Journal, he wears many hats, and additionally heads BBB Marketing.
By Jennifer Wing Like Willy Loman, Bernie Bregman believes wholeheartedly in the American dream, but unlike poor Willy, Bregman has achieved that dream and, at 78, continues to prove that success is attainable with hard work, experience and connections. As a businessman and member of his community, Bregman has made many such connections. The father of two and grandfather of three is a 39-year member and past president of the Eastwood Rotary Club, Syracuse Tip Cub, Congregation Beth Sholom, B’nai B’rith, Shop City Merchants Association and Syracuse University Alumni Interfraternity Council. In addition, he was one of four original members of the Tip Club of Syracuse, consisting of men and women from different businesses that meet and exchange business leads. The club, started 38 years ago, still meets regularly, allowing for networking that helps generate leads and an exchange of ideas. “I love networking,” Bregman said. “I feel passion for everything I do.” That passion has taken him from East Orange, NY, to Syracuse, with many stops along his career path. As he discussed his work history, his cell phone constantly jingled and his 39 years of experience in sales and marketing came to the fore as he quickly changed gears to discuss strategy with clients. Currently senior account executive at the CNY Business
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An award-winning editor of his high school newspaper, Bregman continued his education at Syracuse University, where he had a dual major in political science and radio. He was president of his fraternity while at SU and worked on the Daily Orange. After graduating, he served in the Army’s public information office, covering “everything from forest fires to floods.” He went on to receive his master’s degree in public relations at SU and worked as a reporter at The Post Standard. “I was then tapped on the shoulder and given the opportunity to become a TV reporter at Channel 5,” Bregman said. “I worked on the story behind the scenes. I was the news team back then.” Then, three weeks before marrying his wife, Ona, he was let go. “We were just starting out, so it was hard,” he said. “I ended up answering a blind ad, the type where they are looking for an ‘able-bodied person,’ and that was how I became a Fuller Brush man. I learned a lot from that company, such as if you made seven demos, three [households] would buy from you.” He worked a few years for Fuller Brush, building up a client base, running those same blind ads and hiring a total of 50 people during that time. See Bregman on page 3
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Bernie Bregman walks in the Vera House Parade in high heels in 2009; dressed up as an old newspaper boy peddling papers at the Chamber Show; interviewing as part of the Army’s office of information; on the phone with one of his clients at the CNY Business Journal.
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“A lot of the people I hired had problems dealing with the rejection and would be gone after a short time,” he said. “It was hard, but I learned a lot.” He also lear ned in advance that he would be let go from the company, so when he left, and “took half the sales force with me” to Concord Company on Nottingham Road, which sold similar, less expensive products. “Many of my old customers bought from me.”
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What is bartering?
The definition of barter, according to merriam-webster.com, is “to trade by exchanging one commodity for another.” The Syracuse Trading Exchange takes this a step further, working as a sort of clearinghouse, offering goods and services of its members, which then earn credits towards goods and services that they need. “For instance, I actually was able to get Norm Poultonson [CNY Business Journal publisher] half-cash half-barter printing of the paper,” Bregman said. “We’ve had people trade for office furniture, roofing, just about anything
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Canoeing and kayaking is offered at Beaver Lake Nature Center on weekends through June 27, then daily through Sept. 6.The activity is free with $3 per vehicle park admission. Canoe/ kayak rentals are $8 per hour. Enjoy a leisurely paddle on your own around Beaver Lake exploring the lake’s edge and search for beaver lodges, turtles, herons and osprey; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends; 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. weekdays. For more information call 638-2519.
Civil War Reenactment set A Civil War encampment with character actors and period dress reenactors will be featured from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday June 19 and 20 at Jamesville Beach Park. There will be a battle reenactment depicting hot-air balloon scouting flights and period novelties and souvenirs will be on sale. Preregistration for reenactors and sutlers appreciated. Cost is $5 per vehicle. For information call (716) 934-7605.
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“I was president of B’nai Brith, and another member who happened to be a chemist with Sundure, a paint company, asked me if I wanted to invest in the company,” he said. “I put in $10,000, and he put in the same amount, as did another ‘silent’ partner.” And thus Bregman entered the paint manufacturing business, as vice president and part-owner of Midstate Paint Corp., which manufactured Syracuse Paint and Varnish. He also managed Syracuse Paint Center in Shop City. “It was a tough go running these stores,” he said, adding he garnered more experience and connections through his tenure with the company. He then “walked away,” opening yet another chapter in his life – one that involved a way of doing business that has spanned the globe for centuries. Founded in 1969, the Syracuse Trading Exchange has taken the age-old tradition of bartering and updated it to fit in with today’s business practices. Bregman began heading the Syracuse TX in 1976, and his experience in bartering has held him in good stead with what he loves – networking and sealing the deal. He spent 11 years marketing and managing the Syracuse chapter, served on the national board and received its Distinguished Service Award.
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you could need for a business.” The Syracuse TX supported the Balloonfest in Jamesville in its infancy, and how did Bregman mark this event? “I wore a barrel with a sign that said ‘I traded my suit for a ride in a hot air balloon,’” he said. “That got a lot of attention.” That is not the first time Bregman has worn a costume. He once dressed as a jester and, along with Henry McIntosh (who would eventually become mayor of the village of Fayetteville), handed out “fake” coupons to businesses that were out of business, such as cruises on the Titanic or free dinners at restaurants that had closed their doors. On the backside of these coupons could be found valid offers at businesses that were open. He has also dressed as the Jolly Green Giant at one chamber show and a paper boy at the most recent show. This “clowning around” seems to have done the trick; Bregman, who won a Sales and Marketing Excellence Award this year, has also received the Central New York Sales and Marketing Executive’s Crystal Ball award five times and has a lifetime achievement award named in his honor. He’s worn high heels in the Vera House Parade in High Heels. Vera House is a cause close to his heart, as his daughter, Randi Bregman, is director of the organization whose mission is to end domestic and sexual violence while empowering women, men and children while assisting families in crisis. It’s true, his are some tough shoes to fill, as they have walked many miles in many professions, but Bregman would have it no other way. “I’ve lived many lives and I’m doing what I was meant to do,” he said.
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For the 18th season, the Thornden Park Association is hosting its Garden Tour on June 13 of gardens located in and around the Syracuse University neighborhood. Don’t miss the opportunity to meet the creators of these unique gardens. $10 tickets will be on sale at the Field House in Thornden Park on the day of the tour from noon to 3 p.m. (Enter the park at the E.M. Mills Rose Garden) Self-guided tours begin at 1 p.m. and end at 4 p.m.A map highlighting the gardens, their location and history, will be provided with each ticket purchase. While each garden has its own striking image and purpose, all share a common respect for the neighborhood’s dramatic topography, regional native plants, and creative use of outdoor
space.Above all, the owners of each property have treated the entire site as a garden; and will be available to discuss their plants and concepts, and answer questions.The gardens and the gardeners reflect what is unique about the university neighborhood - the diverse interests and unique talents of its residents. Garden tours raise funds for The Thornden Park Association’s continuing efforts to restore and revitalize Thornden Park.The Thornden Park Association was formed in 1983.
Get fit at Onondaga Lake Park Onondaga County Parks and Wegmans have teamed together to bring back the popular Fit for the Next Fifty and Live Well wellness programs at Onondaga Lake Park. These outdoor programs are geared toward mature audiences, yet are open to anyone interested in getting fit, meeting new people and enjoying the outdoors. Wegmans Fit for the Next Fifty is held from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Monday,Wednesday and Friday through Sept. 24. This aerobic program is designed to improve strength and cardiovascular conditioning, as well as, proper stretching techniques. Classes will not be held on May 31, July 5 and Sept. 6. Wegmans Live Well is held from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.Tuesday and Thursday starting June 1 and continuing thru Aug. 26. This program combines Tai-Chi,Yoga and Pilates into a comprehensive workout, and is designed to increase flexibility, teach relaxation and meditation skills, and help develop long, lean muscles. The evening class will not be held on June 22. Both free programs take place on the aerobic lawn located in the Wegmans Landing section of Onondaga Lake Park. Registration is not required for either program. In the event of inclement weather, classes will be canceled. For more information, call Onondaga Lake Park at 453-6712 or visit OnondagaCountyParks.com.
Take the grandkids Meet reptiles at the MOST On June 17 the MOST, Armory Square, Syracuse, will offer “Evolutions and Adaptations” and will feature “Monitor Lizards” on July 15. Enjoy the opportunity to meet and to touch live reptiles, such as snakes, lizards and tortoises including the leopard gecko, bearded dragon, blue tongue skink, California King snake, Ball Python, Boa Constrictor, Red Eared Slider, African Spurred Tortoise, Green Iguana, Cuban Rock Iguana, Nile Monitor and Burmese Python. Get up close with these animals and learn how they relate to each other and their environment. Learn their characteristics and their important ecological niche. Bring all your reptile questions to ask the experts. These presentations are free with museum exhibit admission. Register at the front desk upon arrival. For additional information or questions contact Betty Jones at bjones@most.org or 425-9068 x 2143.
Animal Enrichment Day set The Rosamond Gifford Zoo will hold an Animal Enrichment Day from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on June 19 This annual event showcases the zoo’s enrichment program, which provides stimulating environments for the zoo’s animals in order for them to demonstrate natural behavior and enhance their well-being. Watch the animals play with their enrichment toys and discover the importance of training that occurs daily at the zoo. Observe as animals forage for food and work through complex puzzles for an edible reward. Laugh as novel items placed in the animals’ exhibit bring out their natural – and often comical – behaviors. Touch tables and enrichment stations will be located throughout the zoo. The program is free with zoo admission. Call 435-8511.
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By Patrick VanBeveren, PT, DPT, OCS, GCS Physical Therapy Supervisor for St. Camillus Health and Rehabilitation Center Falls are the leading cause of injuries and accidental death for the elderly. You increase your risk of falls when you move about in the dark, when there is clutter in your home and when spills are not cleaned up. You’re also more likely to fall when you are sick, tired, rushed or emotionally upset. The use of drugs, alcohol, prescriptions or otherwise, increase your risk. Many accidents occur because someone has been careless. Carelessness includes standing on tables/chairs when changing a light bulb instead of getting a ladder, or carrying a big load downstairs rather than making a couple of trips with small loads. Check through the following suggestions to see if there are areas in need of improvement to make your home safer. • Use rugs with non-skid backing in places where they cannot be taped down, or simply nail them in place. • Don't stretch electrical cords across rooms, and never run extension cords underneath a rug or carpet. Besides causing falls, they could overheat or fray and catch fire. • Keep floors clear of toys, magazines, or other objects that may be cluttering them. • Keep stairs and steps well lit and free of objects. Good lighting is cheap insurance for safety in all traffic areas, especially
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‘A Wonderful Life’ Mother’s Day tributes On Friday May 7 and Sunday May 9 the Loretto Foundation hosted its annual Mother’s Day honor/memorial ceremony through its “A Wonderful Life� Tribute Tree Giving Program at Loretto’s PACE CNY Day Center location in North Syracuse. Families gathered to remember their mothers, aunts or grandmothers and show their gratitude to the PACE CNY staff of elder caregivers.
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Polish food is her forte Loretto resident Genevieve Bur ns celebrated her 100th birthday on April 5, 2010, at the Loretto Health and Rehabilitation Center in Syracuse with her family, friends and staff on the 4th floor of Loretto’s Fahey Rehabilitation Center. Burns was born in Amsterdam, NY, and then moved to Auburn, where she lived most of her life. She worked for the Columbia Rope Company and for Dunn and McCarthy’s shoe factory. Burns also raised five children, four girls and one boy, with her husband, the late Joe Burns. Genevieve enjoys making Polish foods such as Kapusta, attending recreational activities at Loretto and visiting with her family.
Pictured seated from front left is Genevieve Burns’ granddaughter, Deonna Burns, 100-yearold Loretto resident Genevieve Burns and her daughter, Frances Joseph. Standing from back left are Genevieve’s great-granddaughters, Kristen Burns and Amanda LaDue. Genevieve celebrated her 100th birthday on April 5, 2010, at Loretto in Syracuse.
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When in Europe, travel by train A few years ago, we hosted an exchange student from Belgium. He and my middle son really bonded and the following fall, we were invited to travel to Brussels to celebrate his 20th birthday. This led to much whining and complaining from my youngest son as to why he was not allowed to go. Then came the promise… I will take you when you are 15. At the time, it seemed a reasonable compromise! Well, last November, he turned 15. He also remembered the promise… so we are planning a tour of Europe for the summer. Twelve days in August. Not my preferred time to visit, but it is what fits in the schedule between school, family reunions, scout camp and work. Needless to say, he is excited. He wants to see it all in those twelve days and I am working feverishly to come up with a plan that won’t duplicate too much of what I have already seen and keep him satisfied. All of our traveling will be done by train. The Europeans are one up on America when it comes to travel by rail. You can get almost anywhere, in a timely fashion, by hopping on the train. The cars are comfortable, the routes are scenic and the amenities are quite suitable. We will land in Brussels and take the train directly to Liege, about one hour east. It is quite convenient since the train station is located at the airport. While in Liege, we will visit with two former exchange students, one who was in the US this past year. He is quite excited to show us his home and his country. Next, we will head to the south west of Belgium to stay with “our family”. We will spend a few days catching up with
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AAA creates Solo Travelers Club
Bringing like-minded travelers together for vacations and values The number of single travelers is growing. According to a recent survey by the Travel Industry Association, eleven percent of all leisure travelers in the U.S. travel alone. Since traveling solo can present unique challenges, ranging from higher costs to safety concerns, it’s no surprise that AAA travel consultants are seeing increasing business from single travelers who are looking for destination advice, vacation values, and peace of mind. In March 2010, AAA Western and Central New York launched the AAA Solo Travelers Club with the goal of offering solo-friendly travel programs, events, and specials to those who may be single, widowed, or married with a spouse who does not travel. AAA’s Solo Travelers Club provides travelers the opportunity to experience the fun, peace of mind and convenience of group travel, to enjoy social events and special programs, and to receive special savings including free and low single supplements. “The response to AAA’s Solo Travelers Club has been tremendous, with over 500 members in the first month alone,” said David Gevanthor, Vice President of Travel for AAA Western and Central New York. “We’re pleased to offer members affordable solo-friendly travel programs and the opportunity to meet like-minded travelers.” AAA Solo Travelers Club offers a variety of exciting tour and cruise vacations to suit every traveler’s needs, featuring destinations such as New York City, Virginia Beach, Colorado Rockies, the Caribbean, Greece, and Ireland, to name a few upcoming. An experienced AAA program manager will also host social events and special programs and publish a bimonthly newsletter for AAA Solo Traveler Club members. The AAA Solo Travelers Club is free for AAA members and nonmembers. To join AAA’s Solo Travelers Club or to register for an upcoming event, please call 1-800-937-1222 or visit AAA.com/solo.
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‘Cold feet’ means curtains for some crops At first glance a fair weather friend might not be a friend at all. Yet this old phrase, going back to 1736, meaning someone who is only there for you when things are going well and abandons you when times get tough can very well describe some very interesting and decent friends. Just because they won’t be around through thick and thin you can enjoy them while you can. And if we accept their shortcomings we just may see that a fair weather friend is better than no friend at all. The garden is filled with such tender delicate friends: crops that will not last a moment when times get tough or the cold sets in. Take cucumbers (Cucumis sativus). These fast growing vines love rich soil that has warmed up thoroughly before planting. Sow cucumbers in full sun in soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.0. Plant five seeds in a raised mound, or “hill� in rows about 3 feet apart. By mounding the soil you let it heat up faster and help the seeds germinate. Cucumbers germinate in 6 to 12 days. For best results keep your cucumbers well watered or the stress
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On Jan. 1, 2011, the first “official� baby boomers will turn 65 and become eligible for Medicare benefits. According to the U.S. Census Bureau (www.census.gov), it is estimated that there are 78.2 million baby boomers with about 7,918 people turning 65 each day. New York is among five states with the largest number of Baby Boomers. The majority of Baby Boomers are white, married, have some college education and were employed in 2006, says a census report. The report is a new analysis of 2006 data, the first time the government has examined specifics on Boomers since 1996. The first of the baby boomers are already being bombarded with information about Medicare and Medigap through televised and print ads, presentations, e-mails and phone calls. Adventuresome boomers could go the the official government website (www.medicare.gov) and read the 123 pages of detailed government speak or they might try a new approach. A group of early baby boomers from the region started to examine their options and found a lot of information that was often confusing and
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Making the move to independent retirement living When 72-year-old Army veteran Ted Eickhoff was at his local VA hospital for an appointment recently, he struck up a conversation with another patient about selling his home and downsizing. As luck would have it, Eickhoff’s fellow patient lived in a local independent retirement community owned by Holiday Retirement, and raved about the benefits. Eickhoff was sold. “I couldn’t believe how much you get for the money,” said Eickhoff. “It is so nice to have everything taken care of with just one monthly payment. It covers everything I need, including amazing meals. And if you need another snack, the chefs just make it for you!” Eickhoff, a retired Command Sergeant Major, is part of a growing number of seniors who are planning for an independent living future. In fact, a recent AARP poll found that nearly 60 percent of boomers say they are
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A thank-you to businesses that make a difference Every year the Office for the Aging sends out requests area businesses, churches and civic organizations asking them to sponsor our OFA Day essay contest, age simulation program, senior citizen picnic, and open house. The Office for the Aging is a private not-for-profit Area Agency on Aging. Our mission is to advocate, assist, and provide services that enrich the quality of life as well as promote the independence and dignity of older individuals and their families. Currently, there are 30 programs and services offered to senior citizens aged 60 and over, many of which are frail and isolated throughout the County. Thank you to those businesses, Churches and civic organizations who donated more than $16,000 for services for Madison County senior citizens. These companies and organization understand that a business is only as strong as the community it serves, and they want to help keep ours as strong as possible. We at the Madison County Office for the Aging thank these very caring individuals.
Gold Sponsors ($500 – $999)
Assemblyman William & Jeanette Magee; Oneida Savings Bank – Oneida; Byrne Dairy Inc-Syracuse; United Church of DeRuyter-DeRuyter; Georgetown Community Chest; Universal American Financial Services-Rye Brook
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Callanan Industries-Clockville ; GHD Companies-Cazenovia; Campbell –Dean Funeral Home-Oneida; Oneida Dental Group-Oneida; CDPHPAlbany; Orthopaedic Surgery/Sports Medicine-Hamilton; Chittenango Lions Club-Chittenango; Remlap Construc-
tion, Inc-New Woodstock; First Presbyterian ChurchOneida; St. James ChurchCazenovia; Hamilton Rotary Club-Hamilton; Support Services Alliance-Oneida; Kinderhook DevelopmentCanastota; United Healthcare Services-Minneapolis
Oneida; Chittenango Housing Group-Cross ConnectionCanastota; Oneida-Sherrill Lions Club-Oneida/Sherrill; Crouse Construction-Chittenango; Paul Funeral HomeMadison; Den Kelly Chevrolet, Buick, GMC-Hamilton; Paul Oil Company-Hamilton; Dielectric Laboratories-CaSilver Sponsors ($100 zenovia; Peterboro United - $249) Theresa Davis, OFA Methodist Church-Peterboro; Alliance Bank-Oneida; executive director Direct Factory FurnitureJ & R Fuller Trucking, Canastota; Pilgrims ProgInc-Bouckville; American Legion-C Miller Post-Canastota; J. Smith ress-Eaton; Dougherty Pharmacy-Morrisville; Queensboro Farm ProductsLanier & Company-Cazenovia; Bailey Canastota; Dutcher’s Inc.-Morrisville ; & Haskell Associates-Oneida; Leisure Ralph’s Collision-Oneida; Durhamville Time Club-Sullivan Seniors-ChittenanVeterans Club-Durhamville; Ravenglass go; Balenske & Son-Cazenovia; Mang Technologies-Cazenovia; Elderhaven Insurance Agency-Hamilton Adult Daycare-Canastota; Response Barbano’s Liquor Store-Oneida; MazLink of CNY-Syracuse; GPO Federal zullo & Sons Carpet One Floor & HomeCredit Union-New Hartford; Robbie Oneida; Bridgeport Lions Club-BridgeC’s Car Clinic-Canastota; Gustafson port; Mid-York Chimney & Stove-Eaton; & Company-Canastota; Smith PackBushnell Landscaping-Bridgeport; ing Company-Utica; Gates Homestead Mitchell, Goris & Stokes-Cazenovia; Farms-Chittenango; Tedesco Funeral Canastota Running Club- Canastota; Homes-Hamilton; Hill & Markes-AmMorrisville Community Church-Morsterdam; Trinity Episcopal Churchrisville; Canastota Rotary Club-Canastota; Morrisville Lions Club-Morrisville; Canastota; Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc-New Hartford; Whitelaw Friendship Cazenovia Rotary Club-Cazenovia; NBT Club-Whitelaw; Jewett’s Cheese HouseBank-Earlville; CCI Companies-CanasEarlville tota; Night Hawk Transport-Canastota; Bronze Sponsors ($1 - $99) Chittenango Housing Group-ChittenanA-1 Tile & Marble-Earlville; Loop go; Nowerland Equine-Hamilton; ChitElectric-Hamilton; AARP Oneida tenango Rotary Club-Chittenango; Olde Chapter 3328; M. Burton Marshall, Tax Oak Golf Club-Kirkville; City of Oneida Man-Hamilton; American Legion Post Housing Authority-Oneida; Oneida 1492-Brookfield; Mabie Bros.-Kirkville; Audiology Hearing & Balance-Oneida; Ameriprise Financial Services-CanasChristian Women’s Fellowship-Hamiltota; M.E.I.D. Construction-Oneida; At ton; Oneida Medical Imaging Center-
Home Independent Living-Syracuse; Miles B. Marshall-Morrisville; A&P Water Testing-Morrisville; Morrisville Laundromat-Morrisville; Bridgeport VFW Post 8440-Bridgeport; Origlio’s Wagon Wheel-Oneida; Cadwell Restaurant-Jreck Subs-Canastota; Palmers Archery-Bouckville; CarriageHouse Village Apts-Cazenovia; Patrick PowersCanastota; Catania Chiropractic-Morrisville; Sandy’s Flowers & Gifts-Canastota; Chittenango Physical Therapy-Chittenango; St. Joseph Altar & Rosary Society-Oneida; Chittenango Volunteer Fire Department; St. Mary’s Church-Hamilton; CTM Antiques & Books-Canastota; St. Paul’s Mens Group-Oneida; Deland’s Garage-Bouckville; Syracuse Crunch Hockey Club-Syracuse; DeRuyter Gold and Silver Club-DeRuyter; Sullivan Studios-Chittenango; Dr. & Mrs. Francis Chabot, MD-Waterville; Sun Chevrolet-Chittenango; Dunn’s Pastry Shoppe-Canastota; Tassel Hill Veterinary Clinic-Madison; Fittings for You-Oneida; Taylor’s Tack and FieldHubbardsville; Full Circle ConstructionHamilton; The Country Bumpkin B&BCazenovia; Graham Cemetery Association-Hubbardsville; The Fort-Morrisville Ingrid Migonis Antiques-Hamilton; Traub Funeral Home-Bridgeport; Jim Nichols Contracting-Canastota; Village Veterinary Hospital-Canastota Kelley’s Bungalows-DeRuyter; Visions Edge-Hamilton; Knox Chiropractic Care-Canastota Women of St John’s Episcopal Church-Oneida; Lebanon Federated Church-Lebanon; Willow Glen Rebekah Lodge #158-Hamilton.
Writers win ‘Madison County Office for the Aging Day’ contest By Theresa Davis, executive director Picking the winners of an essay contest is never easy, but this year’s “Madison County OFA Day” essay contest proved to be an unparalleled challenge. Every child that submitted an essay received a certificate from the Office for the Aging. Below are the winners in the “Madison County OFA Day” essay contest. They are printed exactly as written. We wish to thank the schools, teachers, and especially the students who participated.
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Fourth Grade – Maddie Flack, Bridgeport Elementary School, Bridgeport “I can learn a lot from older people because of how much wisdom they have. Especially my poppy. He always visits and when he does I always learn something new. Poppy tells me stories about when he was a kid a lot. Most of them are really funny. I can learn about him growing up, what carriers he had and what he wore. Poppy has told me a lot about family history but
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not everything. I can learn about people that passed and if he was close to them. Poppy can tell me where they lived, what their names were and even if they were hard workers. I have always been interested in my great grandparents. I can learn what they were like. How they died and what age they were when they died. Another thing I am really curious about is if they looked like my grandma and poppy. Obviously, I can learn a lot from an older person with so much wisdom.” Fifth Grade – Alex Rheaume, Bridgeport Elementary School, Bridgeport “I enjoy the stories my grandparents tell. My grandpa was in the Navy. H decoded messages. Now he carves wood for the Fair. He taught me Morris Code. He also has a sense of humor! My grandma makes chairs. I hope to learn all these amazing skills. I love them!” Fifth Grade – Margaret Cummings, St. Patrick’s School, Oneida “I can learn many things from an older person. First of all, I can learn a lot about the past. I can learn what
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things were like in the schools and on the streets before I was born. I can also learn proper manners, from back when they were kids.” Fifth Grade – Tyler King, Brookfield Central School, Brookfield “What I can learn from an older person is Madison County’s history. My grandma told me that the Madison County Fair once had an elephant and that a tornado ruined the grandstands. Also, she said they had four wheeler pulls and car races. I wish they would have giraffes.” Sixth Grade – Brianna Schermerhorn, Brookfield Central School, Brookfield “From an older person, I can learn how their childhood was. I can also learn how much things have changed. I could learn how to respect my elders. They could teach you how to play games. We could learn about what they did for fun. Overall we could learn a lot about our past and how much it has changed.”
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Health care reform – What does it mean for Medicare beneficiaries? Health care reform has become a reality to the nation under the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 that was signed into law on March 25, 2010. There has been a great deal of confusion and fear over what this means to Medicare beneficiaries. The Medicare Rights Center has created a timeline of implementation that lists legislation highlights related to Medicare. The following includes changes for 2010 and 2011 as found on the timeline.
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3 Provides a $250 rebate to people with Medicare in the coverage gap when consumers pay full price for their medications (donut hole). 3 Authorizes the Food and Drug Administration to approve generic versions of some newer, more expensive drugs known as biologics. As a result, this allows the generic versions to enter the market sooner. 3 Improves care coordination for peo-
June SNACK Menu Tues, June 1 – Irish stew, cabbage, corn, pudding Wed, June 2– Veggie quiche, hash browns spinach, Mandarin oranges Thurs, June 3 – Chicken salad on whole wheat roll, broccoli salad, succotash salad, fruit cocktail Fri, June 4 – Fresh roast beef & gravy, mashed potatoes, California vegetables, pineapple tidbits Mon, June 7 – Broiled fish on bun, orange glazed carrots, tomato/cucumber salad, apple pie Tues, June 8 – Roast turkey & gravy, cranberry sauce, red potatoes, vegetables, berries & whip Wed, June 9 – BBQ pork on roll, macaroni salad, broccoli, tropical fruit mix Thurs, June 10 – Spaghetti & meat sauce, Italian green beans, tossed salad, pistachio salad Fri, June 11 – OFA Picnic – No site or home delivered meals Mon, June 14 – Rosemary pork loin, sweet potato, beets, peach crisp Tues, June 15 – Curried chicken & broccoli, brown rice, peas & carrots, Mandarin oranges Wed, June 16 – Meatloaf w/ketchup, scalloped potatoes, summer squash, ambrosia Thurs, June 17 – Tuna noodle casserole, fiesta blend vegetables, tossed salad, iced cake Fri, June 18 – Burgundy beef, egg noodles, spinach bake, jellied pear salad, orange juice Mon, June 21 – Chicken spiedie hoagie, onion & peppers, mixed vegetables, fresh banana Tues, June 22 – Turkey ala king, mashed potatoes, broccoli, pudding Wed, June 23 – Macaroni & cheese, stewed tomatoes, tossed salad, fruit salad Thurs, June 24 – Sloppy Joe on bun, Brussels sprouts, potato salad, fresh apple Fri, June 25 – Baked chicken leg, rice pilaf, meadow blend vegetables, Mandarin oranges Mon, June 28 – Baked ham w/pineapple, rosemary potatoes, green beans, fruit cocktail, molasses cookie Tues, June 29 – Swiss steak, mashed potatoes, lima beans, applesauce Wed, June 30 – Cranberry chicken, baked sweet potato, scalloped cabbage, Hawaiian salad
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ple who are enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid – through the creation of the new Federal Coordinated Health Care Office within the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). 3 Many provisions to reduce fraud within the Medicare program take effect, including tighter restrictions on physician self-referrals and requirements for claims to be filled within one year of service.
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3 Manufacturers will provide a 50 percent discount on brand-name drugs and the government will provide a 7% discount on generic drugs for consumers in the gap in 2011. Discounts will increase with each passing year until the consumer’s share of costs while in the gap is 25 percent for both brand-name drugs and generics in 2020. 3 Eliminates deductibles and coinsurance for preventative services recommended by the U.S. Preventative
Services Task Force. 3 Provides coverage of annual wellness visit and personalized prevention plan at no charge. 3 Provides 10 percent bonus payments to primary care doctors working in areas with physician shortages. 3 Prohibits private “Medicare Advantage” plans from charging enrollees more than Original Medicare for certain medical services, including chemotherapy administration and skilled nursing care. 3 Freezes “Medicare Advantage” payment rates at 2010 levels. The reforms aim to better match coverage costs in the private Medicare market to those in the Original Medicare program. 3 Allows “Medicare Advantage” enrollees to switch to Original Medicare during the first 45 days of a new year. 3 Freezes inflation indexing for Medicare-related Part B premiums for people with high incomes.
OFA Senior Nutrition (SNACK) Sites Bridgeport— Open Wednesday United Methodist Church, Rte 31 Brookfield – Open Tues & Thurs 1st & 7th Day Baptist Church, Beaver Creek Rd Canastota – Open Monday thru Friday Stoneleigh Apts, 400 Lamb Ave Cazenovia– Open Mon, Tues, Fri Cazenovia Village Apts, 24 Nelson St Chittenango – Open Mon, Tues & Thur, Fri, American Legion, Rte 5 Earlville – Open Mon, Wed & Fri American Legion -113 N Main St Georgetown – Open Friday
Georgetown Town Hall, Rte 80 Hamilton – Open Monday thru Friday Madison Lane Apts, Bldg 5 Morrisville – Open Mon, Wed & Fri St. Joan of Arc Church, Brookside Dr Oneida – Open Monday thru Friday Towers II Community Room, 226 Farrier Ave Monthly health education topics are provided by a Registered Dietitian. For more information and to sign up to enjoy a hot noontime meal at a SNACK site call Madison County Office for the Aging at 6975700 or visit ofamadco.org.
June OFA Outreach & Activities Outreach Visits
Thurs, June 3, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Brookfield SNACK; 1st & 7th Day Baptist Church, Elm & Beaver Creek Rd, Marion Pierson: 697-5700 Mon, June 7, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Hamilton SNACK, Madison Lane Apts, Building #5, Marion Pierson: 697-5700 Wed, June 9, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Earlville SNACK, Earlville Senior Center - American Legion, 113 Main St., Marion Pierson: 697-5700 Mon, June 14, 10 – 11 a.m., Oneida Towers I & II, 226 Farrier Ave, Oneida, Mary Goodell: 697-5738 Wed, June 16, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Morrisville SNACK, St Joan of Arc Church, Brookside Drive, Marion Pierson: 697-5700 Mon, June 21, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.,
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Cazenovia SNACK, Cazenovia Village Apts - Senior Housing, 24 Nelson St., Marion Pierson: 697-5700 Wed, June 23, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Canastota SNACK, Stoneleigh Apts – Senior Housing, 400 Lamb Ave., Mary Goodell: 697-5738. Thurs, June 28, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Chittenango SNACK, Town of Sullivan Parks & Rec, 701 Legion Drive, Mary Goodell: 697-5738
Activities Grandparent’s Support
Wed, June 9, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Office for the Aging, Canastota, Sandy Peck: 697-5734
Caregiver Support Group
Mon, April 26, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Oneida Public Library, CNY Alzheimer’s Association: 472-4201
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3 Raises drug plan premiums for individuals earning over $85,000 and couples earning over $170,000. 3 Creates a new voluntary national insurance program for long-term care services (Community Living Assistance Services and Supports (CLASS Program), financed through voluntary payroll deductions. After five years of contributing to the program, should a person require services in the future, the fund would provide a lifetime benefit averaging $50 a day depending on the needs of the person. 3 A full version of this timeline and more information on Health Care Reform can be found on the Medicare Rights website at medicarerights.org. Help understanding Medicare is available at Madison county Office for the Aging, Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program, HIICAP call 315-697-5743.
In brief PGA event tickets available Madison County Office for the Aging is selling tickets to the Oneida Nation’s upcoming Turning Stone Resort Championship at the Atunyote Golf Club,Aug. 2 – 8. “Office for the Aging and the other participating charities get to keep 100 percent of the face value of all tickets. That money will be used to provide services to the elderly,” said Theresa Davis, executive director. “This is an excellent opportunity to help our cause and see some of the best professional golfers in the world play at a nationally-recognized, local course.” Tickets are $25 and are good for any one day. Call 697-5700, e-mail executivedirector@ofamadco.org , or visit 138 Dominic Bruno Blvd, Canastota, weekdays from 8 to 4.
SNACK hosts picnic The Madison County OFA SNACK Program is holding a senior citizen picnic from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm on Friday June 11 at the OFA, 138 Dominic Bruno Blvd in Canastota. The SNACK Program will not be delivering congregate and home delivered meals on that day. There is a charge of $3 per ticket and if you purchase a ticket and cannot attend on the day of the picnic, your ticket can be used at any SNACK site on a later date. Menu will be Hamburgers, hotdogs, salads, beverages and dessert.The picnic will have a carnival theme and will feature a carnival character costume contest, a silent auction of gift baskets, an open house with free stuff, a suitcase race and pie throwing booth. Call 697-5700.
Visit OFA on the web The Madison county Office for the Aging website, ofamadco.org, is a valuable resource for any older adult looking for information on topics that affect senior citizens in our county.
Seeking volunteers Office for Aging is looking for volunteers to staff display tables at various health fairs in Madison County. Staffers interact with fair goers about OFA programs. Interested? Call Connie Brown at 697-5743.
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Parkrose Estates to host Lions Club fundraiser The annual Lions Club fundraiser to benefit Camp Hickory is scheduled for June 12, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at Parkrose Estates Retirement Living Community, 7251 Janus Park Dr., Liverpool. Camp Hickory is a day camp held each summer at Lions Community Park in Baldwinsville for children with diabetes. T he fundraiser was first organized by former Parkrose resident Bill Swyers. Swyers, a diabetic, was a devoted Lions Club member who worked diligently every year to make the fundraiser a success. Since Swyersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; death in 2007, Lion member Fred Noack has taken the lead in working with Parkrose to see that the fundraiser continues annually in Swyersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; honor. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bill Swyers was very involved in the Lions Club Flag Day fundraiser at Parkrose,â&#x20AC;? said Kathy Fanella, Parkrose Estates executive director.
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â&#x20AC;&#x153;He would meet with Parkrose staff members and secure donated raffle baskets and supplies from local businesses,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He even made homemade flyers to publicize the event.â&#x20AC;? Parkrose hosts the Lions Club fundraiser each year, on a Saturday, in conjunction with its Flag Day celebration. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bill Swyers had a larger than life personality and left a great impression on the staff and residents of Parkrose,â&#x20AC;? Fanella said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are very proud to remember him in this way every year.â&#x20AC;? The public is invited to attend the Lions Club Flag Day fundraiser at Parkrose Estates. Admission is $5 and includes entertainment, hamburgers, hot dogs and other All American fare. Tickets can be purchased at the door. For more infor mation call Parkrose at 452-9500.
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