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(BPT) - Every family, it seems, has at least one goofy relative who adds some excitement to holiday gatherings. And for many, getting older means getting goofier - whether it’s Aunt Edna who insists on bringing the same casserole that no one wants to eat year after year, or cousin Joe and his conspiracy theories involving elves and coal-filled stockings. But there’s nothing funny about hearing loss - one aspect of aging that can dim the holidays for both the person experiencing it and the people who love him or her. “The National Institute on Deafness and Other Communications Disorders tells us that one in five Americans struggles with hearing loss, and that ratio drops to one in three for people older than 65,” says Dr. Sara Burdak of hearing aid manufacturer Starkey Hearing Technologies. “Holiday gatherings can be particularly problematic for people with untreated hearing loss, as many loud voices, background music and noise can make it difficult to follow, participate in and feel a part of conversations and celebrations.” Families may struggle with how to help their loved ones cope. Talking about the problem is the first step toward treating hearing loss, but families may be unsure how to begin the conversation. The holidays, however, present the perfect opportunity to discuss a family member’s hearing loss in a supportive, positive atmosphere, Burdak points out. Burdak offers some advice for initiating the conversation: • Take note of the common signs of hearing loss, such as turning up the TV volume to a level that is uncomfortable for others in the room, speaking too loudly, asking others to repeat what they’ve said and having trouble using the telephone. Depression may also be an indicator of hearing loss, as the condition can make people feel isolated. • Set the stage for a successful talk. Choose a quiet moment in a location that is comfortable and familiar to the person with hearing loss. Minimize background noises that might make it difficult for him or her to hear and understand what you’re saying. Don’t raise your voice, but speak slowly and clearly, and make sure to face your loved one so he or she can clearly follow the movement of your lips. • Keep your language compassionate, not accusatory. For example, rather than saying “you can’t hear me when I talk,”
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try “I’m concerned by how often you ask people to repeat themselves.” Because hearing loss is commonly perceived as an older person’s problem, talking about it can be emotional for people, and your loved one may feel that admitting to hearing loss is like admitting to becoming old and frail. • Focus on the benefits of treatment and be specific. Instead of just saying “you’ll hear better,” provide real-life examples, such as “you’ll be able to hear your grandson sing in church” or “when Uncle Bill tells that joke you love, you’ll be able to hear every word.” • Ease your loved one into the idea of testing for hearing loss. He or she may not be ready to make an appointment to see a hearing care professional. Instead, try an online hearing test, such as the one available at www.starkey.com. Answering five short questions and listening to a series of tones takes only a few minutes and can help give you both an idea of any hearing loss issues that might require professional attention. • Explore hearing aid options together. The variety of hearing aids available at a wide range of price points can be daunting for anyone, and doubly so for someone coping with hearing loss. If the online hearing test raises concerns, schedule an appointment with a hearing professional and research hearing aid options before the visit. Your loved one may have an outdated impression of how hearing aids look and work, and their limitations for helping users hear better. Showing him or her online how small, unobtrusive and virtually invisible many modern hearing aids are may help ease concerns over wearing one. For example, Starkey’s new SurfLink Mobile connects directly with the person’s hearing aids, allowing users to hear better in a wide variety of circumstances, from using a mobile phone and watching TV to conversing in a noisy restaurant. “Hearing loss doesn’t have to dim the holidays for anyone, thanks to modern hearing aid technology,” Burdak says. “Once you start the conversation and get your loved one help, you’ll both be able to better enjoy the spirit of the season.”
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COSHOCTON – The holidays are coming and so is cold and snowy weather. However, following these tips from Coshocton County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Dean Hettinger can help keep you safe. “Carry cold weather emergency supplies with you so if you do get stuck you are prepared,” he said. Some of the items Hettinger suggests having in your vehicle are: A cell phone, ice scraper, tow rope, lock de-icer and kitty litter, which is good for traction. It’s also helpful to keep your fuel above half empty, check your fluids and making sure your battery is properly maintained. Keeping an eye on the weather also is important. “If the weather is bad, don’t go out if you don’t have to,” Hettinger said. “If you do go out, give yourself more time than normal and go slower and be more careful.” The sheriff’s office provides updates on snow emergencies on its website and Facebook page. Hettinger also encourages people to listen to WTNS Radio for weather information and said they are welcome to call the sheriff’s office for an update. If you will be gone for the holidays, you also are welcome to call the sheriff’s office at 622-2411, to arrange a vacation house check.
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COSHOCTON - Does winter weather get you down? Are the holidays not as fun now that the kids are grown? The darkness of winter and the holidays can make many people feel depressed but these tips from Sheila Mayse, MSW, LISW-S at MSW Solutions, can help you survive these trying times. A lack of sunshine in the winter can cause seasonal affective disorder in some people, but there are ways to combat this. Mayse suggests using full spectrum light bulbs and getting outside as much as you can. “Sunlight is beneficial,” she said. “Even a 10 minute walk can help.” Mayse also suggests finding activities that you enjoy doing just during the winter season. “If you enjoy jigsaw puzzles, makes this the only time you do them so it becomes something you look forward to during the winter season,” she said. It’s also important to identify what makes you upset. “You need to know your triggers,” Mayse said. “Is it just the time of year or is it an anniversary tied to the time of year?” Once you know what it is that upsets you, then you can plan positive activities to help you through the tough time. “You can write cards to people, volunteer or even do something like setting your alarm so you don’t wake up when it is dark, if that is what bothers you,” Mayse said. The holidays also can be an upsetting time for people, especially when dealing with changes in family dynamics. “As families change and grow, traditions and rituals often change as well,” Mayse said. “Choose a few to hold on to, and be open to creating new ones. One common experience for parents with adult children is the loss of gathering together on the assigned holiday. If this is the case, work to find new ways to celebrate together, such as finding an alternate day to share a meal together. For families and friends separated by distance, sharing pictures, e-mails or videos and phone calls can make the season more meaningful.” She also noted that it’s important to acknowledge and
Group shares downtown holiday memories COSHOCTON – Lewis “Pooch” Blackson has fond memories of playing Santa and helping children and families celebrate the holidays in Downtown Coshocton. “There was a sleigh in the court square and I’d hand out candy to children,” he said. “I was a wonderful Santa.” Blackson shared his tales of playing Santa at the Our Town Stories discussion group meeting held Nov. 14, at the Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum. The group meets monthly to share memories and thoughts on various topics. This month’s theme was Downtown Christmas Traditions. “The Main Street merchants would all come out and wave as I went by on the fire truck on my way to the court square,” Blackson said. “It was just amazing seeing all the people that came out.” Santa also visited a lot of businesses back in the “good old days.” “There were Santas all around town and you could talk to them in places like Newberry’s,” said Lorine Medley. Businesses also went all out on decorations and music filled the air. “Golden’s had greenery and bells in its front entrance and I remember there were choirs that would sing in different places,” said Lula Williams. Medley also said that in the 1960s the Christmas lights downtown were colored.
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“They were so pretty,” she said. “They were the big bulbs and the firemen helped hang them. I think they went across Main Street too.” It also was fun to travel to the big cities and see how their department stories decorated. “You had to drive to Columbus and see the Lazarus windows,” said Kenny Grier. “They were beautiful.” Bill Frisch lived in Pittsburgh, Pa. for years and he said the department stores downtown there always tried to outdo each other with their decorations. “The best window always had the biggest crowd of people around it,” he said. “Some of the displays were animated and some were static, but I thought they were all good.” However, the Kaufmann’s in Downtown Pittsburgh was considered one of the elite stores. They seemed to spend the most money on their display and people loved to show off that they shopped there. “Women would make sure their bags from there had the store’s name facing out when they got on the street car,” Frisch said. Downtown decorations might not be as elaborate as they once were, but some of them still bring back fond memories. “West Lafayette has really old-fashioned decorations on its light poles and that really brings me back,” said Patti Malenke, director at the Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum. “They look just like the ones I remember seeing as a kid and for some reason that really delights me.” The Our Town Stories gathering are held at noon on the second Thursday of the month. Admission for the program is free, and beverages and cookies are provided. December’s topic is florists, greenhouses and gardens. For information, contact the museum at 622-8710 or jhmuseum@jhmuseum.org. JOSIE@COSHOCTONCOUNTYBEACON.COM
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COSHOCTON - Health Services and Hospice of Coshocton was named to the Top 100 of the 2013 HomeCare Elite, a recognition of the top-performing home health agencies in the United States. Now in its eighth year, the HomeCare Elite identifies the top 25 percent of agencies and highlights the top 100 and top 500 agencies overall. Winners are ranked by an analysis of publicly available performance measures in quality outcomes, best practice (process measure) implementation, patient experience (Home Health CAHPS®), quality improvement and consistency, and financial performance. In order to be considered, an agency must be Medicare-certified and have data for at least one outcome in Home Health Compare. Out of 9,969 agencies considered, 2,496 are elite. The award is sponsored by OCS HomeCare by National Research Corporation, the leading provider of home health metrics and analytics, and DecisionHealth, publisher of the most respected independent newsletter in the home care profession, Home Health Line. “The 2013 HomeCare Elite winners demonstrate a commitment to providing patient-centered care and serving as leaders in the home health community. Their success is a tribute that managing healthcare data and utilizing it for improvement initiatives lead to high quality care, and we recognize them for their outstanding achievements,” said Mary Oakes, senior vice president of post-acute at National Research. “We congratulate Health Services and Hospice of Coshocton on being one of the top 100 home care agencies in the country.” Barb Emmons, executive director of Health Services and Hospice of Coshocton, credits the board of directors and entire staff with the agency’s ability to achieve recognition as one of the HomeCare Elite. “Our agency cares so much about the well-being of our community, and we are always working to bring innovative and progressive programs to Coshocton,” she said. “It’s just the icing on the cake to be recognized for the quality care which we try to give to all of our clients.” Health Services of Coshocton County is a non-profit agency which serves Coshocton County and surrounding areas and provides home health care, hospice care, palliative care, physical and occupational therapy, Telehealth, extra care private duty, DD waiver, and passport services.
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Pass the pie, please Pie! Just about everybody loves it. What’s not to enjoy, a tender flaky crust with a delicious fruit or savory filling. But why does it become more special during the holidays? After all, pie is available year round in both fresh and frozen form, but let Thanksgiving and Christmas approach and it’s not the turkey or ham and fixin’s you hear people talk about, it’s the pie. Or as a co-worker put it, homemade pumpkin pie with whipped cream, it’s the best! My mom always made her pies the day before the holiday. She always used lard in the crust to make it light and flaky. The shells for the chocolate and lemon meringue pies were baked first, since they would be filled later. Then she would assemble the pumpkin and apple pies and get them in the oven. Soon, the kitchen would fill with the aroma of apples and cinnamon and baking pumpkin. She would always double the batch and there would be apple pie for supper that night. My parents were married on Thanksgiving Day, which in 1956 was on Nov. 22. In 1963, Thanksgiving was on Nov. 23, and since it would be at our house, my dad’s sister Dot came to help mom get ready and also celebrate my parent’s anniversary. They were baking pies while my cousins Sandy, Kathy and I watched American Bandstand, when the shocking news of President Kennedy’s assassination come on the air. I was six and even 50 years later, I still remember that day vividly. My dad always had fond memories of Workman’s Restau-
rant and their pie. He and his buddies used to ride bikes from Spring Mountain to Coshocton for chili dogs at the Athletic Club and then down the street to Workman’s Restaurant for pie before they pedaled the 18 miles back home. Fred Workman had the touch when it came to baking and I know of several ladies whose “homemade” pies were made by him. Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season, and don’t forget the pie!
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