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Popular senior destinations for summer Some Popular Trips for Seniors • Alaska (Cruises) • Hawaii • Branson, MO • Las Vegas, NV • International escorted tours to Italy, Germany and Spain • Top 10 Driving Destinations (for all Ohio travelers) • Myrtle Beach, SC • Hilton Head Island, SC • Orlando, FL • Gatlinburg, TN • Chicago, IL • Virginia Beach, VA • Niagara Falls, ON • Washington, D.C. • Pigeon Forge, TN • Nashville, TN Travel Tips Contact your credit card companies and let them know you’re going on vacation. • This will prevent the companies from putting a hold on your accounts when you make purchases on vacation. Photo-copy your passport/ID and credit cards • 2 copies of each • Leave one copy at home with family/friend • Carry the other with you, separate from original • Will help if any of these documents are lost or stolen Credit card customer service phone numbers are often located on the back of the card. If your card is lost or stolen, having a copy of this will enable you to contact the credit card company more quickly. If traveling out of the country (even on a cruise) register with U.S. State Dept. (STEP) http://www.travel.state.gov • This gives the U.S. a record that you are in a foreign country, which can help with providing assistance in the event
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of an emergency. Leave valuables at home • Wearing expensive, flashy jewelry or clothes is just an invitation to thieves. Tips for Flying Check http://TSA.gov before you go for carry on requirements, as they have changed in the past several years. Keep medication with you, instead of packing them in your checked bag. • This way, if the airline loses your bag, you still have your medication If going on a tour or cruise, travel to your destination the day before it begins. • Especially now with rampant airline delays, due to sequestration, this will help ensure that you arrive in plenty of time to make your tour or cruise. If it’s difficult for you or a family member to make it through the airport, advise your travel agent, who will notify the operating airline that you will need assistance upon arrival/departure. • The airline will then have this information on file and will be able to assist you immediately. • Also, try to schedule longer layovers, so you have plenty of time to move through the terminal to your connecting flight. • In some cases, you can also advise the general “Customer Service” at the airport you are flying into or out of that you need additional assistance. Saving Money on Travel Be flexible on dates • Off-peak times are often less expensive. Evaluate all costs associated with a trip • Look for value rather than up-front cost. • Sometimes a slightly higher up-front price for a cruise/ trip will eliminate overall “out-of-pocket” expenses and will actually end up costing less. Work with a travel agent: • Travel agents are really the experts and can help find travelers better deals by applying their knowledge on the various travel seasons, travel companies and special offers. Travel Insurance/Emergencies While Traveling AAA highly recommends purchasing trip insurance. • At the very least, before you leave for vacation, check with your insurance agent to see what your policy covers if you become ill or injured while on vacation. • If you are traveling to a foreign country, many times your domestic health insurance won’t cover you. SEE ‘TRAVEL’ ON PAGE 9
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and still warm from the sun. Gardening season is beginning for many now, and the local farmer’s markets are opening with other farm stands to follow as the season progresses. It really is a good time of year.
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When I was growing up, everybody I knew had a garden and my family was no exception. My mom kept a gardening notebook of what she planted each year, with successes and failures and how many quarts or pints were put up. She would pore over the Burpee’s, Gurney’s and Henry Fields seed catalogs when they arrived, seeing what was new and whether to add it to the garden. We usually stuck to the old reliables like Blue Lake green beans, Straight Eight cucumbers, Black Seeded Simpson Lettuce and Detroit Dark Red beets. Then just before planting season, she would take an inventory of how many jars were left from the year before. The bulk seeds could be bought early and that meant we’d head to Coshocton and Turner’s or Roscoe Hardware, Farmer’ Exchange or Landmark on Brown’s Lane. All had bulk bins and I got to scoop out the seeds into brown paper bags and then watch as Dad weighed them on the hanging scale. If there were too many, some would go back in the bin. Not enough and another scoop may be added. The tomato, cabbage and pepper plants were left until after Memorial Day because of the chance of frost. Then once again the hunt was on to Young’s IGA or Paul’s Red & White market. My dad was very particular about the tomatoes. Beefsteak and Oxheart for slicing and Roma’s, Big Boy and Girl were Mom’s favorites for canning. When Well’s Greenhouse opened in Mohawk, it became the place to go. A neighbor would plow up the ground and then Dad would roto-till for what seemed like hours while mom and I waited, then he would mark it out with a push plow into rows, before we could plant. Then each section was laid out with lettuce, peas, onions, carrots, beets and radishes in one with beans, green, horticulture and kidney, plus sweet corn in another. Then the other plants, with pumpkins and zucchini on either end. The potatoes, red and white, were planted in another area. Then came the waiting and watching for the first green sprouts to appear. We all could barely wait for the first green beans to be cooked up with ham or bacon and nothing beats a fresh tomato straight from the patch
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Under the Tuscan Sun by Frances Mayes. This is a book to be read again and again just for the sensual pleasure of Mayes’ descriptions of rural Italy—the sunlight and colors; the languor of slow-paced days; the earthy architecture; etc. Especially delightful are her descriptions of food in the gardens, markets, kitchens, and restaurants of Tuscany. Mayes writes about the tastes and pleasures of a foreign country with gusto and passion.
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The Third Angel by Alice Hoffman. Veteran heart-strings puller, Alice Hoffman will take you to London while moving effortlessly back in time as she weaves a magical and stunningly original story that charts the lives of three women in love with the wrong men. At the heart of the novel is Lucy Green, who blames herself for a tragic accident she witnessed at the age of twelve, and who spends four decades searching for the Third Angel, the angel on earth who will renew her faith.
The Dog Stars by Peter Heller. This poetic and transformative novel takes place in Colorado after a superflu has culled most of humanity. A man named Hig lives in a former airport community—McMansions built along the edge of a runway—which he shares with his 1956 Cessna, his dog, and a slightly untrustworthy survivalist. He spends his days flying the perimeter, looking out for intruders and thinking about the things he’s lost—his deceased wife and the nearly extinct trout he loved to fish. When a distant beacon sparks in him the realization that something better might be out there, it’s only a matter of time before he goes searching.
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Life After Life by Kate Atkinson. On a cold and snowy night in 1910, Ursula Todd is born to an English banker and his wife. She dies before she can draw her first breath. On that same cold and snowy night, Ursula Todd is born, lets out a lusty wail, and embarks upon a life that will be, to say the least, unusual. For as she grows, she also dies, repeatedly, in a variety of ways, while the young century marches on towards its second cataclysmic world war. Does Ursula’s apparently infinite number of lives give her the power to save the world from its inevitable destiny? And if she can -- will she? Why not see for yourself? At Beltone, we’ll give you a FREE hearing screening. If you show a hearing loss, you can try our advanced technology, on the spot. If you love the difference it makes, you’ll enjoy introductory savings!
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Peaches for Father Francis by Joanne Harris. In this sequel to Chocolat (which you will want to read first!) Vianne Rocher receives a letter from beyond the grave and has no choice but to return to Lansquenet, where she once owned a chocolate shop and learned the meaning of home. But returning to one’s past can be a dangerous pursuit, and Vianne and her daughters find the beautiful French village changed in unexpected ways: women veiled in black, the scent of spices in the air, and—facing the church—a minaret. Most surprising of all, her old nemesis, Francis Reynaud, desperately needs her help. Can Vianne work her magic once again?
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have used the month of May to celebrate the contributions of older Americans. The Ohio Department of Aging has sponsored Older Americans Month in the state since 1977 and sets a state theme. The Ohio Department of Aging also works to ensure that Ohio is on the leading edge of innovation in responding to the growing and changing aging population. It works with state agencies, area agencies on aging and other local partners to help integrate aging needs into local plans and ensure that aging Ohioans have access to a wide array of high-quality services and supports that are person-centered in policy and practice. Its programs include the PASSPORT Medicaid waiver, the long-term care ombudsman program, the Golden Buckeye Card and more. Visit www.aging.ohio.gov.
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COLUMBUS - Building on a national campaign that encourages organizations and communities to unleash the power of age during Older Americans Month in May, the Ohio Department of Aging is asking older Ohioans and baby boomers to tap into their own personal strengths to enhance their lives and those of others. Ohio’s 2013 Older Americans Month theme, “Unleash Your Power: Be a Golden Buckeye!” encourages all Ohioans to live lives inspired by their age, not defined by it. “When we choose to live lives as ‘Golden Buckeyes,’ we are choosing to be respected and vital members of society who continue to grow, thrive and contribute throughout the lifespan,” said Bonnie Kantor-Burman, director of the Ohio Department of Aging. “More than 2.3 million individuals age 60 or older and another estimated two million baby boomers live in Ohio today. Imagine the benefits for our state and all of our residents when we are able to fully unleash their power.” Golden Buckeyes are people who make smart decisions to improve and maintain their health throughout the lifespan. They know their options and seek opportunities. They leverage their power as consumers and expect excellence. By striving for the highest quality of life, Golden Buckeyes help Ohio stay on the leading edge of innovation and be responsive to our growing and changing older population. Visit the Ohio Department of Aging’s special Older Americans Month Web page (www.aging.ohio.gov/news/olderamericansmonth/) for information and resources to help Golden Buckeyes unleash their potential in many ways, from improving their personal health, to volunteering their time and talent, to brushing up their skills and remaining in or returning to the workforce and more. You’ll also find tools for residents to proclaim that they are Golden Buckeyes and invite their friends and relatives to do the same. Since 1963, people in towns and cities across the nation
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May is Older Adult Month and it is the perfect time to plan and prepare for long-term care for yourself or a loved one. The Area Agency on Aging Region 9, Inc. (AAA9) offers free long-term care consultations, which provide older adults, their families and caregivers with unbiased information, resources and tools that will help them plan for and make educated decisions about their unique, long-term care needs. A long-term care consultation can help you determine what setting is best for you or your loved one, understand the costs of long-term care and your financial options, find appropriate housing or enroll in home care and caregiver programs through community providers. A consultation also can help consumers connect to community resources that provide information about financial planning, legal assistance, elder rights, mental health, disease management, Medicare help, palliative care, caregiver training and more. During a long-term care consultation, a Registered Nurse or Licensed Social Worker from AAA9 will meet with you and your family for an in-home evaluation of your current situation and future options. The AAA9 long-term care professional will explain services that are available, discuss eligibility requirements and
financial resources required and help you develop a roadmap to help fulfill your needs and wishes. At the end of the consultation you will be provided with: • Methods to maximize your independence, including information about support services in the community; • Long-term care options, both private and public, that may meet your needs; • A personalized list of factors to consider when deciding on long-term care options; and • Explanations of the methods to use to apply for longterm care options. Nursing facilities are not the only long-term care option available. Other service options include adult day services, care management, emergency response devices and services, homedelivered meals, homemaker services, home repairs or modifications for safety issues, hospice care, mental health services, personal care services, respite services, senior centers and transportation services, long-term care insurance and more. Often, families request a long-term care consultation when a crisis arises, an older family member has suffered an illness or injury and is about to be released from the hospital. Decisions must be made quickly about where a loved one will receive care, how it will be paid for and what their living arrangements will be for the long-term. A consultation before someone is discharged from a hospital or rehab facility provides the information you need to make the best decisions for your family member. Everyone is eligible for a long-term care consultation, Baby Boomers, adult children concerned about a parent or loved one, or older adults in general. There are no eligibility restrictions. Whether you are a caregiver for a loved one, are concerned about your own long-term care needs, or just planning for your future, a long-term care consultation may help you decide what is best for you. Making decisions about long-term care can be stressful, especially if decisions need to be made quickly following a sudden illness or injury. Planning today for your future needs gives you the luxury of exploring all of the long-term care options available to you or your loved ones. Consultation arrangements can be made by contacting AAA9 at 1-800-945-4250.
Older Ohioans warned to beware of scammers impersonating aging services staff
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Follow these tips to avoid becoming a victim of a scam. • Do not allow anyone in your home if you were not expecting him or her. Any representative of an area agency on aging will schedule a home visit or allow the visit to be verified. • Ask for identification and call 1-866-243-5678 during regular business hours to be connected to your area agency on aging to verify the individual is who he or she claims to be. Representatives of area agencies on aging are required to carry a badge or other documents identifying them as an employee of the agency. • If asked to complete or sign forms, insist that you be allowed to review them and mail them in later. Verify any forms with your area agency on aging before completing or signing. If the person insists you sign in their presence, refuse and ask him or her to leave. • If you suspect you’ve been visited by an imposter, ask the individual to leave, then immediately report the incident to local law enforcement. Include a description of the person and, if possible, his or her vehicle. • Scammers also may try to call consumers and ask for information. Legitimate representatives of an area agency on aging will always provide an employee name and call-back number. If you suspect fraud, get the caller’s name, then hang up and call 1-866-243-5678 and ask about the caller.
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COLUMBUS – The Ohio Department of Aging has issued a consumer alert for older adults throughout the state following several incidents in southern Ohio of scammers impersonating staff of elder services agencies to attempt to get information or access to elders’ homes. All residents and their families should be aware of anyone showing up unannounced to their homes claiming to represent an area agency on aging or other similar organization. Tips to avoid becoming a victim: Scammers may claim to represent any of these organizations: area agency on aging, council on aging, office of aging, PASSPORT or other organizations with similar titles. In all the currently known incidents, the consumers suspected fraud and refused to comply with the requests. Anyone who feels they may have been a target should contact local law enforcement. The Department of Aging wants to ensure that no resident is victimized by these apparent scams, and is working with the aging network and state and local law enforcement on education and prevention.
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It’s planting time and maybe you’ve been considering adding a new tree to your landscape. Maybe you are sprucing up your gardens with some fresh mulch and annuals and would like to add some around the shade tree. Before you dig in, please consider the following ways to (inadvertently) kill a tree. Mulching- The practice of mounding piles of mulch half-way up the trunk of trees has somehow become “normal” in the past ten years. Volcano mulching is one of the worst practices for the health of your trees. Too much mulch mounded up around the trunk encourages mice and voles to live in it during the winter; they will chew and strip the bark off as food. Mulch touching the bark promotes fungus and rot. Mulch that is more then 2-3 inches deep can actually suffocate the tree’s roots or, worse yet, cause the tree to have excessive surface roots. If the mulch gets very dry, it can also repel water away from the tree rather than keep moisture in. A properly mulched tree will have a ring of mulch 3-4 feet in diameter, no more than 3 inches deep and at least 2-3 inches away from the trunk. Right Tree for the Right Location- Just like a puppy, the cute little tree you bring home from the nursery will eventually grow to its full size. Take care to read the plant label and do your homework on mature size and site requirements. Tree branches need space to grow up and out and roots need space to grow away from the trunk. Trees should not be planted too close to homes, patios, garages, sidewalks, etc. Look up- don’t plant underneath power lines or roof overhang. Tree species should also be considered. Choose your tree based on where it will be planted. If you have an area in your lawn that tends to be wet, chose a
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tree that is tolerant of that condition. You will save yourself a lot of headaches and money by matching the right tree to your specific location. Mechanical Injury- Also known as “lawn mower blight,” this is using the tree as a bumper when mowing or string trimming. When the bark of a tree is injured, scraped, or rubbed off, it damages the live tissue underneath. Underneath the bark is where the tree’s food and water move up and down- from roots to leaves and back. Injuring that tissue inhibits or stops the food and water supply, killing branches or even the entire tree. This is a good argument for having a mulched area 2-3 feet around the base of your tree. See “mulching” above. Root Damage and Soil- About 90% of a tree’s roots are in the top 12-18 inches of soil and extend several feet beyond the drip line. Construction and digging too close to a tree can be a killer. Avoid cutting roots larger than one inch inside the crown’s drip line and use a fence barrier during construction. Place barriers one foot away from the trunk for every inch of trunk diameter to ensure minimal root damage. A tree can also be killed by raising the grade of the soil around it. Adding as little as 3-4 inches of soil around the tree can kill it. Think twice before deciding to install a new raised flower bed around the base of your tree! Soil compaction is another concern. Parking vehicles under trees over time will cause the soil to compact, decreasing the pore space that trees need to receive water and oxygen to their roots. There are many other ways to kill your trees- by improper pruning, planting, fertilizing and watering. Take time this season to do a little research. Stop in to the OSU Extension office and ask questions and pick up free educational materials or talk to your local garden center personnel. We are here to help! Trees are an asset to our landscapes and communities. The benefits include shading homes, thus lowering cooling costs in the summer; reducing pollution; and acting as a wind or noise barrier, as well as being visually appealing. Trees face a number of life-threatening challenges from both the environment and people. Your tree has a lot to offer- don’t kill it!
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COLUMBUS - May is Older Americans Month, and Ohio’s theme for 2013 is “Unleash Your Power: Be a Golden Buckeye!” The Ohio Department of Aging invites Ohioans of any age to submit a written, photo or video essay that completes the statement “I am a Golden Buckeye and I unleash my power by…” Submissions will be accepted via the department’s page on Facebook and by postal mail through Friday, May 31. The department will highlight selected submissions on its website and social media. “As the nation is being encouraged to unleash the power of age, we are turning to our Golden Buckeyes to tell us how they choose to live healthy, active lives defined by their actions and contributions,” said Bonnie Kantor-Burman, director of the department. “Are you a Golden Buckeye? How do you unleash your
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DUPLEXES Covington Square Senior Apartments are located at 380 Brown’s Lane and owned by Tim and Vickie Postlewaite. For more photos visit, www.covingtonEach Boomer Times will feature an independent or assisted living Demographics/age range: Residents are 60 and over. Those unfacility. If you are thinking of downsizing or helping elderly parents der 60 will be considered if they have a disability. move, this is a great place to learn more about housing options in Coshocton. Requirements for residency: The only requirement for residency is your age and the apartments typically stay pretty full. Facility name and address: Covington Square Senior Apart- “We have a waiting list,” Tim said. “We usually turn the apartments ments, 380 Brown’s Lane (over to new renters) in a day if something happens.” Owned by: Tim and Vickie Postlewaite
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Amenities: All utilities but phone are included in your rent. The owners also take care of yard work and maintenance including When built: The apartments were built in phases starting in 2000. changing your light bulbs. Apartments also come with a complete set of appliances, a washer and dryer and an emergency call system. Number of residents: 30 units Activities: The apartments are designed as independent living units. However, residents will get together to organize events.
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go to Lake Park. Next year, 15 percent will be given to a local charity and the run will be a two-day event. “If we really pull this off and do better than last year, next year’s two day event will be better than ever,” said Cushman. “It brings more money into Lake Park, too.” For more information, contact mel@indianmudrun.com or go to their website at indianmudrun.com. BETH@COSHOCTONCOUNTYBEACON.COM
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Indian Mud Run June 22 8 a.m. - Sundown Lake Park Sign up at indianmudrun.com ‘Like’ them on Facebook
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COSHOCTON – The second annual Indian Mud Run challenge is fast approaching and volunteers of all ages are encouraged to dedicate their time and talents to help. Help is needed in setting up obstacles, helping to monitor runners the day of the event, and also photographing the event. The Indian Mud Run is very challenging with 30 obstacles in a 5K length across Lake Park. However, people who are less athletic than some can still participate. It’s not a race, but a way to challenge yourself physically and mentally. “We’re trying to cater to both groups,” said Hubie Cushman, organizer for the Indian Mud Run. “It’s still a little more difficult than most, but you can still get through at a slower pace.” Cushman said the most strenuous part of the Mud Run will be climbing hills. Other obstacles include a log ladder, cargo net climb, rope to climb a trail, 150 foot water slide, gauntlet run, monkey bars across water, crawling under a 30 inch high deck, 20 foot high climbing wall, crawling through a 50 foot mud pit, and running through a maze of arrows, among other things. Obstacles that are too hard for any individual may be skipped. However, if you skip an obstacle, you will not be eligible for prizes. As long as you make an effort to do each obstacle, you will still be eligible for prizes. Next year, the back of the Indian Mud Run shirt will feature the names of the top winners from this year. “That’s something unique to our mud run,” said Cushman. “I’ve never seen that before at any other mud run or any run.” There will also be team competitions where people of all ages can form teams. Team winners will receive a t-shirt with their names printed on it. Older adults did participate in the Mud Run last year, and Cushman looks for more to participate this year. “As people get older and realize they’re getting older, they’re more health conscience,” said Cushman. “These mud runs are not so much a race, but a personal challenge. They’ll do it with their friends and they’ll help each other get through obstacles. There’s a sense of comradery.” The Indian Mud Run will be June 22 at Lake Park starting at 8 a.m. until sundown. After the run, there will be food, a beer garden, DJ, and a limbo. To volunteer to help or to sign up to participate, ‘like’ them on Facebook for a chance to win prizes and it helps to get the word out. “We really encourage people to go on Facebook,” said Cushman. “It has a tremendous amount of information and is updated daily.” Thirty percent of all profits go to the Volunteer Fire Department, REACT, and the sheriff auxiliary. Seventy percent will
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recipe perfect for grilling
Contributed to Boomer Times by Jenny Wilson, Village Pantry
This recipe is from Taste of Home and has lots of flavor. It is es- 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt pecially flavorful when the peaches are ripe and in season. It is 1pork tenderloin (1 pound) also great when paired with a light bodied red wine such as Pinot Directions Noir. In a small bowl, combine the first nine ingredients; set aside. In Caribbean-Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Peach Salsa another small bowl, combine the oil, brown sugar, jerk seasoning, Serves 4 Salsa yields 1 1/3 cups thyme, rosemary and seasoned salt. Rub over pork. Ingredients: 3/4 cup chopped peeled fresh peaches Grill, covered, over medium heat for 9-11 minutes on each side or 1 small sweet red pepper, chopped until a thermometer reads 145°F. Let stand for 5 minutes before 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped slicing. Serve with salsa. 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro Happy Grilling Season!!! 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 garlic clove, minced 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
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