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perfect way to incorporate that hobby with nature. For those who may like to create scrapbooks, consider making a fall leaf and flower identification book. Little boys especially love bugs, so going out with a bug identification book and trying to find as many as you can is also a lot of fun. Clary Gardens also has a book to match caterpillars to what they will look like as butterflies.

“Now is the time of year to find those caterpillars,” said Adams. “Look for different caterpillars and find out what they are going to turn into.”

Rock collecting and painting can also be fun for the grandchildren.

“It’s a good collector’s piece,” said Adams. “And it’s something that you can remember that occasion.”

For the more adventurous types, you can also make useful items from nature including vases or jewelry boxes and decorate them with small rocks and flowers. Or, consider making a fairy garden outside using materials from nature.

Gourds are also beautiful accents that can be used around your home and the grandkids can help decorate. However, gourds need to be dried out and preserved the previous year for decorating.

“There are so many useful functions for gourds,” said Adams. “They were used centuries ago for useful functions around the house.”

Adams said regardless of what you decide to do, let your grandchildren get outside and feel the texture of the leaves, dirt, and rocks. If you love to garden, get your grandchildren involved when planting your autumn bulbs.

“It’s very therapeutic to dig in the dirt and clear your head, and gardening does that,” said Adams. “It gets you outside of your daily routine.”

She also said that Clary Gardens is always looking for volunteers.

“We love to have volunteers and we love to have kids here on site,” said Adams. “It’s a learning experience when you do something like that.”

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With cooler temperatures approaching, you may think that the time for being outdoors is over for the year. But autumn is actually a great time to explore the outdoors, especially with your grandchildren.

With technology and social media taking over children’s spare time these days, it’s important to get them away from their tablets once in a while and enjoy a warm autumn day outside. You don’t have to go far to experience the beauty that fall has to offer.

“Your own backyard has so much to offer,” said Jandi Adams at Clary Gardens. “Just sit outside on your back porch or on the grass together and explore what’s in your backyard. If you’re not an adventurous person, there are still things you can do outside.”

Nature hikes are also a popular activity that you can do with the grandchildren during an afternoon visit. Take them for a walk at the many outdoor venues Coshocton has to offer and collect leaves, sticks, and rocks to take home and use for a craft.

Or make the hike into a scavenger hunt where the grandchildren have to find different objects in nature.

“Scavenger hunts are where it’s at with kids,” said Adams.

She also suggested getting involved in the Coshocton Crow Geotrail.

“There are so many around the county,” she said. “It’s kind of like a treasure hunt.”

If your grandchild enjoys painting, using flowers and leaves from the outdoors to mix with water and create watercolors is the

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The sale will be from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18 and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19.

As a special treat two gurus of decorating will be featured at a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18. Donovan Rice from Donovan Charles Interiors will sing a little Sinatra as he demonstrates how to arrange your clutter (knick-knacks and tchochkes ... all the little colorful pieces you love) and Geni Devens will demonstrate ideas on DIY repurposing treasured pieces.

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The annual Coshocton County Caregiver Appreciation Luncheon is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 9, at Raven’s Glenn banquet room from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. with complimentary mini- massages for the caregivers and time to see what all of the exhibitors have to offer for caregivers in Coshocton County.

This is a free dinner for any unpaid caregiver caring for a friend, spouse, neighbor, parent, grandparent, disabled child or any relative. It is not for paid caregivers or for volunteer recognition. There is no age requirement. The only requirement is the caregiver must reside in Coshocton County. The person they are caring for may reside anywhere.

“The purpose behind this dinner is to let family caregivers know how much they are appreciated” said Laurel DuBeck, RN from the Area Agency on Aging, Region 9.

DuBeck goes on to say caregivers often don’t get “the pat on the back” they so richly deserve and this dinner is the community’s way of thanking them for all they do.”

Caregivers and one guest will be treated to a complimentary meal. While this is a free event, registration is required. To make a reservation for this event call 1-800-945-4250 ext. 4719 with your name and phone number no later than Thursday, Oct. 1.

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By the time his wife Ruth got him calmed down the perpetrators had disappeared. They were tracked down and made to reset the toilet and apologize to Ray the next day. It was exciting for a few minutes though and the talk of the town for a couple of weeks after.

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When I was a child, fall meant that two important events were coming – the Coshocton County Fair and Halloween! I so looked forward to the fair and the rides, animals and especially the food. Next up was Halloween and what kind of costume to wear. Should I be a witch, ghost, princess, cowgirl, or flower child (it was the 1960 s)?

My early trick or treating was done in Stillwell (Holmes County) because it was closer to our house and we knew everyone.

When I was eight, we moved to Princeton and Warsaw was now closer. I still remember congregating with other kids to compare treats and find out who was passing out apples, homemade cookies, (Mrs. Anderson on Church Street made the best) and which house gave out full size candy bars. Pren Fischer and his wife always passed out large Hershey bars and their house couldn’t be missed.

Virginia (Burrell) Hill would dress up as a ghost or a witch and sit out on her front porch, then either cackle or boo when we knocked on her door. We were scared at first, but it was all part of the fun.

I also looked forward to the Halloween party at the grange hall in Spring Mountain. There was a covered dish dinner and games after, which included bobbing for apples and night tag. That way we could also spy on the teenagers outside. I remember one party very well, the night three teenage boys pushed the outhouse over backwards with someone inside. It was Ray Berkshire and he was not happy as he threw open the door and crawled out trying

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“The Invention of Wings” by Sue Monk Kidd

On Sarah’s 11th birthday, she is given ownership of 10-year-old Handful, who is to be her handmaid. We follow their remarkable journeys over the next 35 years, as both strive for a life of their own in the pre-Civil War south.

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Considered one of the greatest and most cherished novels of the 20th century, “Crossing to Safety” traces the lives, loves, and aspirations of two couples who remain friends through the years.

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This is the story of the inseparable bond between Virginia Woolf and her sister, the gifted painter Vanessa Bell, and the real-life betrayal that threatened to destroy their family.

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Inside a suitcase kept in his mother’s attic, Ted Gup discovered letters written to his grandfather in response to an ad placed in a Canton, Ohio, newspaper in 1933 that offered cash to 75 families facing a devastating Christmas.

“The Dove Keepers” by Alice Hoffman

Nearly 2,000 years ago, 900 Jews held out for months against armies of Romans on Masada, a mountain in the Judean desert. Based on this event, Hoffman’s novel is a tale of four bold and resourceful women, each of whom has come to Masada by a different path.

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Eilis Lacey has come of age in small-town Ireland in the hard years following World War II. When an Irish priest from Brooklyn offers to sponsor Eilis in America, she decides she must go, leaving her fragile mother and her charismatic sister behind.

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School is back in session. I see a hint of color in the trees. It must be autumn! In Coshocton County that means football, the county fair, the fall foliage and farm tour and decorating with pumpkins, straw bales, and, of course, chrysanthemums!

Chrysanthemums, or mums, are a must-have for a fall garden display. With the proper care, they will bloom for weeks. There are so many colors and flower types to choose from that you are certain to find one (or more) you like. When choosing mums, you should look for plants that have many un-opened flower buds all over the plant. This will give much longer bloom time. Plants that are in full-bloom when purchased look pretty for a couple weeks and then they are mostly bare the rest of the season.

If you are using mums strictly as decoration and keeping them in their pots, they should be treated as an annual. They may need watered daily depending on weather conditions. As flowers fade and dry, trim them off with pruners or scissors to keep the plant looking fresh. After a few hard frosts, the plant can be composted.

If you are interested in treating your mums as a perennial, meaning you’d like them to come back next year, the main objective is to purchase your mums early (August or early September) and plant them in the ground as soon as possible. Pick a location

with full sun and space plants 18-24 inches apart. Plant them no deeper than they are in their containers and water thoroughly.

The plants may need to be watered weekly depending on weather conditions. As flowers fade, they can be trimmed off. When the plant has completely died back mulch should be placed around the crown up to four inches. This will help to insulate the plant.

You may trim off the dead blooms and foliage, but leave the branches. Mums have a better chance at surviving if you wait until spring to prune the old stems. As the weather warms up next spring, slowly start to pull the mulch back to allow new shoots to come up.

Many garden centers are starting to carry mums for spring purchase. These have the best chance of overwintering, as they have several months to establish a good root system before winter. If you decide to purchase mums in the spring, remember to pinch back your plants regularly for a more compact plant that will be full of blooms. Start pinching as soon as you see a good flush of flower buds and continue every two to four weeks until the 4th of July. Then allow the plant to grow and produce their fall blossoms.

With a little care, your fall mum display should bring you beauty and pleasure until frost!

Tammi Rogers is the Program Asst., Ag & Natural Resources & County Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator for OSU Extension Coshocton County

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For those who have limited mobility, incorporating movement into your daily routine might seem nearly impossible. But even if you are wheelchair-bound or can only walk with assistance, moving every day will help increase circulation, decreases swelling, and helps to burn calories.

“Your body is meant to be moving,” said Michelle Seibert, physical therapist at Three Rivers Therapy in Coshocton. “The more you sit, the more you have back pain and joint pain. Moving helps circulate everything, even bowel movements. Your body is just like an engine in a car. If you just let it sit, it won’t run. The same thing happens with your body.”

Tim Gottardi, from Advanced Spinal Care & Rehabilitation, mentioned that as we age our body tends to break down, but there are ways to prevent or delay that.

“We can work to get the curves back into your neck and lower back,” he said. “If your body is inline it tends to run better.

Chiropractic help can keep your body running healthy, prevent it from breaking down and hopefully give you a better quality of life.”

Staying active also helps. Seibert suggests a variety of activities for those 60 years and older who want to keep moving as they move into their senior years. Even if you have limited or no mobility in your legs, you can still safely exercise using weights and exercising your arms and stomach muscles.

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you can still do exercises while sitting like leg kicks and arm curls.

Use what you have readily available to you.”

Doing simple stretches also can make an impact.

“You have to hold them for a minute though,” Gottardi said. “It takes a full minute to get a proper stretch. This can help a great deal with getting oxygen and blood flowing to the joints.”

For those able to walk but still have limited mobility, simply standing at your kitchen sink and doing leg curls or lifts can help increase circulation. Seibert also suggests trying to get out of your chair without using your arms and getting up to turn the channel on the television instead of using the remote.

Swimming is another great exercise, especially for mobile senior citizens.

“Water is fantastic for people over 60,” said Seibert. “It’s easy on the joints and there are a lot of places in the community that offer water exercises.”

Walking is also a great exercise no matter what age you are. Seibert suggests using Clary Gardens or Lake Park as a perfect walking venue in Coshocton.

“One thing I would recommend is to have a buddy,” said Seibert. “Don’t go out walking where no one knows where you’re at. So if you have something happen, there’s someone there that can get help.”

Gottardi said cardio vascular exercises are good for the heart, joints, muscles and weight loss. Walking also is known to lower blood pressure and cholesterol and help your organs run better.

Seibert said the best way to get started with an exercise regime whether it’s walking or lifting weight is to start slow.

“It doesn’t have to be a 30-minute workout,” she said. “Just 10 minutes is enough. Do five minutes here and five minutes there.”

Seibert warns of overdoing an exercise and said if you experience shortness of breath, pain or fatigue to stop and rest.

Seek medical attention if you notice any swelling or redness, or extreme pain.

“Don’t dive in head first,” Gottardi said. “If you don’t know how to get started our physicians (at Advanced Spinal Care & Rehabilitation) can recommend workout regimes and how to begin.

We also have a 24-hour fitness center with trainers that can help you.”

Seibert also stresses the importance of finding something new and exciting to do.

“Don’t be afraid to try something new,” she said. “This is your time to do the things you’ve always wanted to do.”

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As retirement age approaches, many older adults envision themselves downsizing and moving to a quaint community to enjoy their golden years in as relaxing a fashion as possible. However, for a growing number of seniors, their retirement years are being spent helping to raise grandchildren. United States Census data from 2010 indicates 4.9 million American children are being raised solely by their grandparents. CanGrads, a National Kinship Support organization, says approximately 62,500 children are being raised by grandparents and other family in Canada. Many grandparents provide part-time care when their older children have to move back home with their families, as roughly 13 million children are now living in homes with their grandparents.

Although being raised by grandparents may not be the ideal situation for all parties involved, such situations are a necessity for many families. Seniors who are once again thrown into the caregiver arena may need a crash course in childcare or a few pointers on parenting in the modern age.

Get the right equipment. Children certainly require a lot of gear, more than grandparents likely used when raising their own children. Certain safety requirements are in place to safeguard young children, and that often means investing in new cribs, car seats, high chairs, and other items. Grandparents should resist the temptation to use old items they may have kept in storage, as such items may no longer be safe and could put grandchildren at risk for injury.

Gather important documents. Grandparents should keep pertinent documents in one easily accessible place in their homes should an emergency arise. These include birth certificates, health immunization records, death certificates (if the child’s parents are deceased), dental records, school papers, citizenship papers, and proof of income and assets.

Speak with an attorney. Lawyers can help grandparents wade through legal arrangements, such as filing for custody, guardianship or adoption. Options vary depending on where petitioners live, but lawyers can provide peace of mind to grandparents concerned about their grandkids’ futures.

Investigate financial assistance. Seniors may not earn the income they once did and may be on assistance programs or living off of retirement savings. Grandparents who find them-

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still enjoy supporting their high schools

It may be more than 40 years ago that area Boomers stepped on the field or court with their high school teammates, but the pride they feel for their schools has never left them.

Dan Croy hasn’t put on a black and orange uniform since 1970, but he still cheers the Ridgewood High School Generals on whenever he can.

“I’ve lived in this community my whole life,” he said. “I grew up in Fresno and graduated from Ridgewood so I guess it’s been in my blood all along.”

Over the years, Croy also has coached some football and baseball and helped do some basketball scouting.

“I enjoyed working with the young men and teaching them the game,” he said.

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It’s been a while since Croy has coached, but he still actively supports fundraisers that help Ridgewood athletic teams.

“As a part of this community and one time Ridgewood athlete, I feel it’s important to support the teams on the personal and business sides of my life,” he said.

A River View High School Boomer who still can be found cheering on the Black Bears is Fred Williams. He graduated from RVHS in 1973 and played football, basketball and baseball for River View.

“I enjoyed the thrill of competition, playing with a group of teammates to be successful, and representing my school in a positive manner,” Williams said.

He currently assists with the River View varsity football team, was one of the founding members of the RV Touchdown Club, announced football and soccer games for River View, helped in the development of the Varsity Wall fundraiser for RV sports and is a part time broadcaster for all area high school sports.

“I’ve always been tied to sports one way or another since my younger days and it provides an opportunity to stay close to athletics, while helping kids at the same time,” Williams said. “It also is a challenge to learn a new skill, whether it be coaching, broadcasting, etc. It gives me a chance to meet good people and help utilize the skills I’ve learned in business over the years and apply it in other disciplines.”

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parents work through the peaks and valleys of this new and unexpected stage in life. Church- or community center-based counseling services may be available. Grandparents also can check with their healthcare providers to determine if counseling or therapy sessions are covered under their plans.

Caring for grandchildren is a life-changing event. Although it can be fulfilling, it also requires a lot of energy and commitment. But grandparents needn’t go it alone, as there are numerous resources available to seniors who suddenly find themselves caring for their grandchildren.

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dren will need to be enrolled in school. Grandparents should contact the department of education where they live to learn about local school systems, especially when grandkids are moving in with their grandparents. Some grandparents can qualify for free or low-cost daycare, and such programs can be discussed with local Social Services offices. Enrollment in school or daycare can provide grandparents with much-needed free time during the day.

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Jerry also spent some time coaching girls and boys basketball and Mary still announces for volleyball and girls basketball games.

“I fill in for Jim Nelson for the boys’ too,” she said. “I just like being around the kids and love to watch them play, win or lose. I’m very proud to be a Redskin.”

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Mary Stenner also is a big supporter of high school athletics, but her love goes to the Coshocton High School Redskins.

“Whatever they (teams) are selling we buy,” she said.

“We’ve contributed for the new football field, bought t-shirts, gotten mulch from the football team and mums from the soccer players. If a Coshocton kid asks we buy it if we need it or not.”

Mary graduated from CHS in 1967 and her husband Jerry graduated from there in 1965. She was a cheerleader and he golfed and played basketball for the Redskins.

“I was the 1966 homecoming queen and that was the only game I didn’t cheer,” Mary said.

She also still remembers her final game.

“It was against River View and we got soaked,” Mary said.

“We had paper pom-poms then and they bled over everything.”

She and Jerry may have hung up their CHS uniforms after graduation, but their Redskin spirit will never leave them.

“I’ve had my same football seat on the 50 yard line since 1974,” Mary said. “Jerry and I go rain or snow. We rarely miss a football game or boys’ basketball game.”

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Tips for adult students returning to school

Adults return to school for a variety of reasons. Some might be spurred by a desire to pursue a new career, while others might go back to school to learn more about their existing field and improve their career prospects. While their reasons for returning to school may differ, many adults find themselves battling some nerves as they begin the process of going back to the classroom.

Feelings of doubt are common among adults returning to school.

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iety and make the most of the often exciting experience of going back to school.

Start slow: Unlike more traditional college students, adults returning to school tend to have significant responsibilities, including families and careers. Juggling work and family is difficult on its own, but doing so along with college coursework is even harder. Adult students returning to school after a long layoff would be wise to take things slowly at first so they and their families can gradually adjust to their new schedules. Many schools now offer online courses, which can be especially beneficial for working professionals.

Have a plan: Many adults only return to school when they know exactly what they want to study or which courses they need to take to complete a degree or earn a certificate. If you have not already mapped out such a plan, do so before enrolling in any classes. The cost of a college education has no doubt increased considerably since you last stepped foot on campus, so you don’t want to be signing up for costly classes that will not help you accomplish what you hope to accomplish by returning to school.

Research your options: Just because you are an adult returning to school does not mean you are ineligible for scholarships or other forms of financial aid. The United States Department of Labor maintains a scholarship search engine at www. careerinfonet.org where students of all ages and academic levels can search for scholarships, grants and other financial aid opportunities to determine if they are eligible for some help paying for tuition. In addition, adults returning to school may want to discuss their plans with their employers, especially if they are looking to continue working in their current fields. Employers may have programs in place to subsidize employees looking to continue their education.

Don’t be discouraged: Many adults mulling a return to school are hesitant to do so because they feel as if they will be the only older students in classrooms filled with millennials. However, the National Center for Education Statistics predicts a 14 percent increase in enrollment of students 25 and older between 2011 and 2021, suggesting that adults going back to school are unlikely to be the only graybeards in their classrooms.

Returning to college as an adult can be both exciting and overwhelming. But adults need not be nervous about returning to the classroom, even if it has been quite some time since they last stepped on a college campus.

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me to go back to school. She kept telling me I’d make a great nurse.”

Newhouse actually joined Hammond for her second round of schooling. The pair did an online program through Indiana Wesleyan University and earned their bachelor degrees in 2008.

“When I started I had to have my son-in-law help me send my first paper in,” Hammond said. “I never did much with computers before so if I got stuck I’d call the kids or grandkids for help.”

Hammond has now worked at Coshocton Hospital for 24 years and is glad she made the decision to return to school.

“Don’t give up,” she said. “If there is something you want to do, go for it. Pick out where you want to go and go talk to them. There is financial assistance out there too. You just have to look for it. If you are determined you can do it.”

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She might have waited a few years to get there, but Raine Hammond achieved her goal of becoming a nurse and she doesn’t regret one part of the journey.

Hammond graduated from Ridgewood High School in 1972 and graduated from college 20 years later with an associate’s degree in nursing.

“Back in the day most of us got married and had kids, but I finally figured out I was going to have to work for the rest of my life.”

She always wanted to be a nurse so at the age of 35 she enrolled at Kent State to start working on achieving that dream.

“It was a two year program, but it took me three years because I had to catch up,” Hammond said. “I’d been out of school for a long time and hadn’t had algebra. It was intimidating to go back. There were non-traditional students but most were the traditional ones (age 18-22).”

Balancing school work with family was challenging, but a good support system and a crock pot helped.

“Thank God for crock pots,” Hammond said. “My husband was supportive, but he didn’t cook. He made a heck of a fried egg sandwich though.”

Supportive parents and friends also helped get her through the days when she felt like quitting.

“My best friend (Sue Newhouse) is an RN,” Hammond said. “We worked together at College Park and she encouraged

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When to know your parent needs a caregiver One of the hardest things a child can face is watching their parents become older and less able to care for themselves on a daily basis. But there are warning signs that your parent or loved one may need either you or a professional to step in and become their caregiver.

A caregiver is usually a family member, spouse, or loved one who’s primary concern is taking care of the person in need.

Caregivers can also be professionally paid from area agencies.

“A caregiver is someone looking out for another person and making sure their daily living needs and safety and everything involved with their well-being is taken care of,” said Cathy Hudson of Health Services and Hospice of Coshocton. “It’s making sure they have the best quality of life that they can have.”

Some of these signs may include forgetting to pay their bills, having an unkempt appearance, falling, the housework isn’t kept up, forgetting medications, a decline in mobility, more doctor visits, not eating or letting food sit out too long, forgetting to turn off household items like the oven or stove, and not being able to keep up with daily activities.

“Every situation is different,” said Hudson. “I think it’s important for family members to keep their eyes open and have these conversations about some of these things that may be getting too hard for them. It’s not like you’re being disrespectful to them. You’re taking care of them.”

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should your loved one be driving anymore. Are they having more fender benders or do others notice your loved one driving erratically?

“I think that’s one of the hardest conversations to have is the one about driving,” said Hudson. “None of this is easy. You’ve got to have some courage to have these conversations. The loss of control of their life is one of the hardest things for them to deal with.”

However, even if your loved one can’t do some things, don’t take away the activities they can still do and they still enjoy.

“It’s a fine line of when you need to get involved,” said Hudson. “Try to give them some independence. You don’t want to take everything away from them, so if they can do something, let them. It’s a dignity issue. You don’t want to make them feel completely worthless, because sometimes, that will happen.

Sometimes, they start to think, what good am I?”

One way you can make your loved one feel more independent is with a medical alert call button that not only makes them feel safer, but can also take some emotional stress off of the caregiver knowing that if your loved one needs immediate help and you’re not available, they can be in touch with medical assistance quickly.

Another way to make your loved one feel more independent is through the PASSPORT program. This is for people 60 years and older who are financially eligible for Medicaid and who require some nursing home care, but are still able to remain safely at home. Once a person has been deemed PASSPORT eliSee ‘Caregiver’ on page 15-B

to recognize if you can’t be a caregiver and find outside help.

“Not everyone can be a caregiver, so recognize that and find other ways to help your loved one,” she said. “When you start to feel resentful, it’s time to get outside help.”

Hudson said that in addition to the physical toll caregiving can take, it can also be very emotional watching the one you love declining physically and mentally.

“It’s a loss of the relationship you used to have,” she said. “You don’t feel that you’re the child anymore, that you’ve kind of changed roles. I miss the conversations I had with my mother, the sharing time, and just talking to her on the phone.

Sometimes, I feel like I’m not really her daughter anymore, and that’s when I get a lump in my throat. It makes me want to cry sometimes but I just have to cope with this and put on my biggirl pants and think okay, this is just the way it is right now. The loss is just a big thing because my mother is still there, but she doesn’t always see me as her daughter.”

If you are looking for support, Health Services and Hospice of Coshocton has an Alzheimer’s caregiver support group the last Thursday of the month at 4 p.m. Area Agency on Aging also has a caregiver support group at the Coshocton Library.

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gible through a phone interview, a case manager will work with the patient to develop in-home care services.

“There are so many people out there who don’t know about PASSPORT,” said Cindi Harriman, branch manager at Interim Healthcare. “It really is one of the best-kept secrets in Ohio.”

Make sure your loved one can get outside and enjoy a little bit of fresh air when the weather is nice and remember what they always loved to do and try to incorporate that into their daily life if possible. If they are not medically homebound, get them out for an afternoon for a few hours on the town, but don’t overdo it. Try to keep the person involved in their own life as much as you can.

Sometimes, after years or only a few short months of caring for your loved one, it may be decided to call in Hospice for end-of-life comfort care. Hospice is usually called in when a doctor has determined there is nothing more medically that can be done and the person is given six months or less to live. They have usually had home health aides, hospital stays, trips to the ER, and have been diagnosed with a terminal illness.

“Hospice care varies per patient depending on their needs,” said Harriman. “A nurse can go in once a week to daily and aides can go in when needed up to twice a day. Aides can do anything from personal care to light housework, to fixing meals.”

Hospice also offers social workers.

“A Hospice social worker offers emotional support and helps the patient and family with support and financial assistance,” said Marge Donnley of Health Services and Hospice of Coshocton. “They can see them as often as needed.”

In addition to looking after the needs of your loved ones, it’s important that the caregiver looks after their needs as well.

If you need a break, an extra care aide can be acquired through private pay to do services you need done while you take a break.

If your loved one lives with you, nursing homes also offer temporary stays if you decide to take a vacation.

“Caregivers have to set aside time for themselves because it can be extremely stressful,” said Harriman. “Exercise is always a good outlet, and make sure you don’t lose touch with friends. I encourage them to seek out support services and other options. Just calling and asking questions can be helpful. Being a caregiver can be overwhelming.”

Donnley agrees.

“It’s very important the caregivers have their time and a support system,” she said. “Make sure you get plenty of exercise and that someone is there for you.”

Hudson suggests using help that is available in the community and not being afraid to ask for help when you need it.

“Do something you enjoy daily,” she said. “Do something that relaxes you. You can get really depleted.”

She also said that people shouldn’t be afraid to be a caregiver. Some are afraid they may do something wrong, but if your intentions are good, you can’t really go wrong. However, she said

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This Curried Sweet Potato-Apple Soup is a great twist to the traditional potato soup. As fall is settling in and the days are becoming crisp this is perfect to take the chill off. This soup is loaded with flavor and good vitamins and nutrients too. Have a great fall harvest season!

Curried Sweet Potato-Apple Soup Ingredients 3 medium sweet potatoes 1 small onion, chopped Ginger root, peeled and grated 1 1/2 teaspoons Madras curry powder 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 tablespoon exra-virgin olive oil 1-2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, smashed 1/4 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg 1 1/4 cups chunky applesauce 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar Kosher salt Fresh ground pepper Directions Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Peel and dice 2 1/2 sweet potatoes. Melt 2 tbs. butter in large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in gin-

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ger, nutmeg, 1 1/4 tsp curry powder, salt and pepper to taste then cook until toasted 1 more minute. Add the diced sweet potatoes, chicken broth, and 2 cups water to the pot, cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the applesauce. Simmer covered until the sweet potatoes are soft about 20 minutes. Puree the soup with a blender until smooth. Take caution when pouring soup into blender to not get burned! Season with salt and pepper, keep warm. Meanwhile, peel and thinly slice the remaining 1/2 sweet potato. In a large bowl toss with the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Spread the sweet potato slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake in preheated (425 deg F) oven until crisp 7-10 minutes. Heat the remaining 1 tbs. butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the remaining 1/4 tsp curry powder and cook, stirring until browned.

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