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COMMUNICATOR Vol. 24, No. 4

July/August 2016

Laptops and iPhones and Tablets... Oh My! Resources in Delaware County make it easy for older adults to embrace technology

by Jeff Robinson, Editor, My Communicator

It’s a well-worn line that most everyone is likely to have heard in some form or another: Any time there’s a technological glitch involving a computer, tablet, or smartphone, adults are told to “go find a couple of kids—they’ll know how to fix it.”

And while it’s true that members of the younger generation tend to be more versed in using the latest gadgets than their parents and grandparents, it’s inaccurate to say that the latter are completely inept when it comes to downloading apps and sending Tweets.

Information from the Pew Research Center shows that internet use among those 65 and older grew 150 percent between 2009 and 2011, representing the largest growth among a single demographic group. And a 2012 Pew Research Center study shows that, among those older adults who do go online, 71 percent do so on a daily basis.

Those older adults who go online on a regular basis do so for a variety of reasons, many of which are tied to staying in touch with friends and family. Skypeing is a way that grandparents can stay connected via video-chat to their grandchildren in other parts of the country or world, while Facebook is a popular way to catch up with friends and former classmates. And studies have shown that the internet can serve as a means of reducing loneliness, isolation, and symptoms of depression, while general computer use can also improve overall cognitive health. CONTINUED ON PAGE 20

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July 2-4 Closed for Independence Day July 9 New to Medicare a.m. class (16) July 12 Caregiver Support Groups (14) July 13 New to Medicare a.m. class (16) July 15 Dance: Hot Summer Night (17) July 20 Medicare Mini-Workshop (16) July 27 New to Medicare p.m. class (16) July 28 Volunteer Open House (12)

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Aug. 3 Medicare Mini-Workshop (16) Aug. 6 New to Medicare a.m. class (16) Aug. 9 Caregiver Support Groups (14) Aug. 10 New to Medicare a.m. class (16)

Dinner: Harvest Festival (25) Aug. 17 Medicare Mini-Workshop (16) Aug. 20 Grandparents Day (17) Aug. 24 New to Medicare p.m. class (16) Aug. 26 Rock the Boat Fundraiser (8)

For a look at more daily activities availa ble at SourcePoint, see pages 16-17.

My Favorite Sections Employment for Seniors . . . . . . 4 Upcoming Events . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 From the Insurance Desk . . . . . . 6 Financial Focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Rock the Boat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Resource Development . . . . . . . 8 Puzzle Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Volunteer Visions . . . . . . . . . . . 12

In-Home Care & More . . . . . . .

Caregiver Corner . . . . . . . . . . .

Enrichment Center . . . . . . . . .

Personal Reflection . . . . . . . . .

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SourcePoint is your primary local source and starting point for professional expertise, services, and programs for Delaware County adults who want to thrive after 55. SourcePoint is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Services and programs are supported in part by the local senior services levy, corporate and private donations, sponsorships, grants, and by the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging. SourcePoint is a United Way agency.

2016 Board of Directors President: David Black, Westerville Vice President: Anita Reeb, Delaware Treasurer: Robert Gore, Delaware Secretary: Anne Farley, MS LSW, Powell Past President: Jane Nance, RN, Galena Past President and Sustaining Director: Karen Pillion, Sunbury Sustaining Director: Larry Harris, Delaware William Brown, Jr., Delaware Paula Dinovo, Delaware Matthew Frericks, JD, Delaware Dwayne Gardner, PhD, Delaware Jan Garlock, Westerville Fred Johnson, Galena Joan Lawrence, Galena Ross Long, JD, Delaware Roger Lossing, CPA, Lewis Center John McDavid, Centerburg Amber Miller, Delaware Frank Pinciotti, Lewis Center Trudy Poole, Lewis Center Tansukh J. Salgia, PhD, Galena My Communicator is published bimonthly by SourcePoint and is made possible through the generosity of advertisers, donors, and volunteers.

Approximately 40,000 copies of each edition are printed and distributed throughout Delaware County in the Delaware Gazette, Sunbury News, and to subscribers of the Sunday Columbus Dispatch. In addition, My Communicator is available at our facility, social service agencies, healthcare providers, public offices, libraries, and more than 50 other locations. To find a nearby pick�up site, please contact SourcePoint at (740) 363�6677 or visit www.MySourcePoint.org, where you can also read My Communicator online via Issuu.

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Save the date for your favorite fu ndraiser!

What’s my SOURCE for...

SHOWCASING MY ARTWORK? Enter the Senior Showcase: Art after 55 exhibit coming this fall. PAGE 5 REVIEWING MY DRIVING SKILLS WITH A PROFESSIONAL? Attend a free Safe Driver Training event on July 14. PAGE 5 THE MOST FUN FUNDRAISER IN TOWN? Help SourcePoint rock the boat on August 26. PAGE 8

Friday, August 26, 2016 6–10 p.m.

NEW VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES? SourcePoint will host a volunteer open house on July 28. PAGE 12

800 Cheshire Road, Delaware

HOMEMAKER SERVICES? SourcePoint can help Delaware County residents age 60 and older with tasks such as light cleaning and laundry. PAGE 14

Music, dancing, live and silent auctions, entertainment and casino ga mes, plus food and drinks from around the world!

This fundraiser supports programs and services that help Delaware County residents thrive after 55!

FREE FARMERS MARKET VOUCHERS? SourcePoint’s popular voucher program is now underway. PAGE 14

Tickets go on sale in July! Learn more at SUPPORT FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS? Free support groups are available each month. PAGE 14

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A DELICIOUS DINNER? SourcePoint’s Supper Club hosts almost-monthly dinners that benefit local services and programs. PAGE 25

Sponsored by

Country View of Sunbury, Foot & Ankle Wellness Center, Danbury Senior Living at Parkside Village, Hiram Lodge #18 F&AM, Interim HealthCare, and Miracle-Ear

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Transferable Skills—Make the Most of Your Application!

Carol A. Ventresca, Ph.D., Executive Director Employment For Seniors Mature job seekers have years of work experience and have developed a wide range of marketable skills. The skills may have been obtained while performing work in paid positions, or possibly during volunteer or other unpaid work. A critical step in the job search process is to identify not only job specific skills, but also the “transferable skills” you offer an employer.

A skill is the ability to do a task or activity, and can be learned through training or education. Examples of work skills include computer and driving skills. Having a skill means you have the competence and experience to perform that particular task or activity.

However, transferable skills are a critical factor in a successful job search. Transferable skills are not only appropriate for one position, they can be used in a variety of positions—transferred from one employer to another. Examples of common transferable skills include verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, leadership, interpersonal skills, and customer service skills.

During a search, most job postings will include transferable skills in the list of requirements. Let’s explore an example of a job description.

“Must demonstrate attention to detail, be well organized, have good customer service skills, and possess strong computer skills.” Examples of transferable skills in this example include “attention to detail,” “well organized,” and “good customer service skills.”

It is critical in any job search that a candidate understands the requirements of a job and how all of their skills match the position. Combined with any other qualifications you possess, you strengthen your marketability by clearly communicating your transferable skills to an employer.

Whether it is in an interview, at a job fair, or a networking event, employers want to know you have the skills to do their job. When you are able to illustrate transferable and job skills, clearly demonstrating you are the most qualified candidate, your application for the position will be stronger and more successful. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

My COM M UNICATOR CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Check this list of basic steps to help determine your transferable skills: • Consider each of the jobs you have held over the past five years and determine the skills used successfully. Identify tasks completed or responsibilities held, then list the skills utilized to complete each one.

• Review several job descriptions for positions you wish to secure and list the skills required; then compare the two.

• Utilizing the list of your skills, develop specific examples explaining how you successfully used the skills to complete job responsibilities. Give particular attention to creating examples of current skills that are required for the job for which you are applying. The examples can then be utilized during a job interview demonstrating the success you reached and the value you brought to previous employers.

• Two websites that are useful in researching transferable skills include O*NET Resource Center at www.onetcenter.org and Career OneStop Website at www.myskillsmyfuture.org.

Taking the additional time to outline your transferable skills and create examples of your success will not only make your application more powerful, but your interview will stay on track!

Dr. Carol A. Ventresca is the executive director of Employment For Seniors, a nonprofit agency in central Ohio that has assisted mature job seekers in their employment search for over 40 years. Dr. Ventresca retired from The Ohio State University with extensive experience in continuing education for non-traditional students, and academic and career counseling.

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Safe Driver Training On Thursday, July 14, SourcePoint, in partnership with AAA Ohio Auto Club, will host Safe Driver Training, which promotes safe driving at any age. Representatives from local agencies will provide information on continuing to drive safely, considerations when buying a new vehicle, recognizing and avoiding scams, safe prescription management, and other important safety considerations for drivers of any age. Lunch will be provided from 12 to 1 p.m. and the program will begin at 1 p.m. To RSVP, please contact Mary Lou Gallimore of AAA Ohio Auto Club at (614) 431-7891 or MGallimore@aaaohio.com.

Showcase for Artists 55+ Calling all artists! If you are 55 or older, you are invited to submit your original work to Senior Showcase: Art after 55. The showcase is a cooperative effort of the Delaware County District Library, Willow Brook Christian Communities, and SourcePoint.

Residents of Delaware County as well as surrounding counties are encouraged to apply. Artists may submit up to three pieces of original artwork for consideration, and all pieces must have been completed within the past three years. The categories for submission are: • 2D Categories: Painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, and computer art • 3D Categories: Ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, glass, fiber, and metal/ glass/wood/stone The entry fee is $10 to enter one piece, or $20 for two or three pieces.

Awards will be given to the Best in Show and People’s Choice, as well as to the top winners in the 2D category and 3D category. Artwork selected for inclusion in the show will be displayed at the Orange Branch of the Delaware County District Library. The showcase will open with a reception on Friday evening, October 14, and work will remain on display from October 15 through October 22.

Entries will be accepted beginning September 2, and high-quality photographs must be submitted with each entry. All entries must be received by September 16. Complete details on the show, as well as an official entry form and ongoing information and announcements, may be obtained by visiting the Senior Showcase Facebook page at www. facebook.com/SeniorArtShowcase55.

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Ohio Moves to a Section 1634 Medicaid State Paula Dean and Charlotte Pritt, Insurance Specialists, SourcePoint In July 2016, Ohio is converting from a 209(b) Medicaid state to a 1634 Medicaid state.

Each year, nearly 50,000 Ohioans with a disability newly qualify for Medicaid coverage, including individuals with developmental disabilities and mental illness. Today, these Ohioans have to twice prove they are disabled: once to receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and again to receive Ohio Medicaid benefits. Most states have already eliminated this duplication and automatically grant Medicaid when an individual is approved for SSI. Ohio’s choice to use more restrictive eligibility criteria for Medicaid means that the state must separately determine Medicaid eligibility for SSI individuals. Currently in Ohio, Medicaid eligibility is determined by a county department of jobs and family services on behalf of Ohio Medicaid, and SSI eligibility is determined by Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities on behalf of the federal Social Security Administration.

Both systems use the same definition of disability, but apply different income and asset limits. The goal of this redesign and move to a Section 1634 state is for every Ohioan with a disability to have a clear path to a stable source of health care coverage that they can afford. By making this move, SSI individuals will have one approval system rather than two.

Ohio will now allow individuals who are enrolled and approved for SSI to automatically be enrolled in Medicaid.

In July 2016, Ohio Medicaid will convert all current Medicaid beneficiaries to the new system. These individuals will retain full Medicaid benefits; this includes individuals who currently qualify for Medicaid by “spending down.” The “spending down” benefit will no longer be available after July 1, 2016. Individuals who previously could have qualified for Medicaid by “spending down” will instead be enrolled directly into Medicaid as long as the individual actually spent down and qualified for Medicaid in at least one month during the previous year.

The new 1634 eligibility criteria will apply to each individual converted in July. However, Ohio Medicaid has requested a six-month waiver for renewals (July 1 to December 31, 2016) to ensure that any current beneficiary who might be impacted by the redesign has time to transition to other sources of coverage. Anyone seeking Medicaid for the first time will be subject to the new 1634 eligibility criteria as of July 1, 2016.

The table below shows income eligibility criteria: Criterion

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Income Limit $634.00

$743.00

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There will be some individuals who will no longer qualify for Medicaid based on the new income and asset limits. These individuals will need to find health care coverage through other federally subsidized private insurance on the Exchange; others will need to seek coverage through private health insurance.

How will this change affect individuals receiving Medicaid for longterm care? The income eligibility criteria for individuals who need Medicaid long-term care services will not change. What will change is that individuals whose monthly income is more than $2,199 after June 30 will need to establish a Qualified Income Trust (QIT) to qualify for Medicaid.

A QIT or “Miller trust” is a legal structure that allows income in excess of the eligibility limit for Medicaid institutional-, home-, and community-based service waivers to be disregarded. An individual must place the portion of his or her monthly income greater than $2,199 into the trust.

Any funds remaining in the trust upon the recipient’s death, up to the total cost of care, are paid to Medicaid.

Ohio Medicaid has selected Automated Health Systems (AHS) to contact every current beneficiary who might need to establish a QIT to retain Medicaid and assist them free of charge to set up a trust by June 30, 2016. Individuals will retain Medicaid until their next regularly scheduled eligibility redetermination, and at the point of renewal will have to have a QIT in place to retain Medicaid. Medicaid is attempting to contact every individual who will need to establish a QIT. A new Medicaid program is being created for adults with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI). To qualify for this program, individuals must have a monthly income below $2,199 and meet diagnosis criteria, as well as not live in a nursing facility, hospital, or similar setting.

Should you have any questions on these changes, please contact the Ohio Medicaid Hotline at 1-800-324-8680, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., or Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Handling Market Volatility Roger A. Lossing CPA, JD, CFP, Senior Vice President - Wealth Management The Delaware County Bank & Trust Co. Market volatility can be tough to handle when your money is at stake.

Though there’s no foolproof way to handle the ups and downs of the markets, the following common-sense tips can help.

Don’t put all your eggs in one basket (Diversify via Asset Allocation) Diversifying your investment portfolio is a key tool for managing market volatility. Because asset classes often perform differently under different market conditions, spreading your assets across a variety of investments such as stocks, bonds, and cash alternatives can help reduce your overall risk. Ideally, a decline in one type of asset will be balanced out by a gain in another, though diversification can’t eliminate the possibility of market loss. You can diversify your portfolio through asset allocation, which involves identifying the asset classes that are appropriate for you and allocating a certain percentage of your investment dollars to each class (e.g., 60% to stocks, 35% to bonds, 5% to cash alternatives).

Focus on the forest, not on the trees (Have an Investment Plan) With market ups and downs, it’s easy to become too focused on day-today returns. Instead, keep your eyes on your long-term investing goals and your overall portfolio. Although only you can decide how much investment risk you can handle, if you still have years to invest, don’t overestimate the effect of short-term price fluctuations on your portfolio.

Look before you leap (Stick to Your Plan) When the market goes down and investment losses pile up, it’s tempting to pull out of the stock market altogether and look for less volatile investments. Modest returns from low-risk investments may seem attractive when more risky investments are posting negative returns. But before you leap into a different investment strategy, make sure you’re doing it for the right reasons. How you choose to invest your money should be consistent with your goals and time horizon. In an up market, elation can quickly set in and the belief that investing is a sure thing. But, of course, it never is. The right approach during all kinds of markets is to be realistic. Have a plan and stick with it.

Look for the silver lining (Dollar Cost Average) A down market, like every cloud, has a silver lining—the opportunity to buy at lower prices. One way to do this is with dollar-cost averaging. You don’t try to “time the market” by buying shares at the moment when the

price is lowest. In fact, you don’t worry about price at all. Instead, you invest a specific amount of money at regular intervals over time. When the price is higher, your investment dollars buy fewer shares of an investment, but when the price is lower, the same dollar amount will buy you more shares. This is a long-term investment strategy and you need to have the financial resources and the discipline to invest continuously through all types of market conditions, regardless of price fluctuations.

Don’t stick your head in the sand (Review & Rebalance) While focusing too much on short-term gains or losses is unwise, so is ignoring your investments. You should check your portfolio at least annually. You may need to rebalance your portfolio to bring it back in line with your investment goals and risk tolerance. Rebalancing involves selling some investments in order to buy others.

Market volatility (both up & down) can tempt us to change course. Make a plan and stick to it!

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Rock the Boat Fundraiser Set for Friday, August 26 Mike Miller, Development Officer SourcePoint ROCK THE BOAT BECKONS AROUND-THE-WORLD TRAVELERS SourcePoint’s third annual Rock the Boat fundraiser takes place on Friday, August 26 from 6 to 10 p.m. at SourcePoint and features a Cruise Around the World theme. Guests will enjoy a French marketplace teeming with the sights and sounds of Europe’s most romantic city, as well as taste foods from exotic locations such as the Yucatán (carne asada, barbacoa, and chicken tinga), Asia (pad Thai soup, zebra salad, and Bánh mì), and the “boot” of Italy.

You will also be invited to try your luck in our casino and at other games of chance, and capture photos at world class destinations.

Tickets will be available online in July at www.MySourcePoint.

Casino games at last year’s event org/cruise or you may request an invitation by calling Mary Homan at (740) 203-2357.

Manos, Martin & Pergram Co., LPA is presenting sponsor of Rock the Boat and is joined by sponsors Country View of Sunbury, Danbury Senior Living at Parkside Village, Foot & Ankle Wellness Center, Hiram Lodge #18 F&AM, Interim HealthCare, Miracle-Ear, and Sarah Moore Community.

AUCTION ITEMS SOUGHT Do you have a timeshare you won’t be able to use in 2016 or 2017?

Perhaps you have excess airline miles you don’t need? Maybe you have a unique, collectible art piece or antique with which you are willing to part? Additional ideas include an English tea set, Ohio State Buckeyes or Columbus Blue Jackets tickets, access to a guided fishing trip, a vintage wall clock, or something else unusual.

If any of these ideas resonate with you, please consider helping us with our Rock the Boat fundraiser through a thoughtful gift to our auction.

Best of all, you may receive a tax deduction for your gift and your generous donation will have a huge impact on the success of our auction.

And not only will your gift thrill the winning bidder, it also will benefit SourcePoint and support our ongoing work to help individuals thrive

after 55.

For more information, or to contribute to our auction, please contact me at (740) 203-2420 or mike@MySourcePoint.org.

FINANCIAL EXPERTS OFFER FREE ADVICE A variety of financial planning workshops are offered at SourcePoint on Monday nights from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Our July/August schedule offers topics including How an Insurance Agent Can Help You With Medicare Insurance; 401K, 457, and 403b Rollover Options; and End-of-Life Planning Issues For You and Your Family.

All sessions are open to the public and most appropriate for those 50 and older. Please RSVP to me at (740) 203-2420 or on our website at www.MySourcePoint.org/trustedadvisors.

OHIOHEALTH RENEWS HEALTH & WELLNESS PARTNERSHIP We are very excited to announce the renewal of our Health & Wellness partnership with OhioHealth which gives us access to one of America’s health care leaders. In addition to their affiliation with the prestigious MD Anderson Cancer Network, OhioHealth’s Dublin Methodist and Grady hospitals were named 2014 Leapfrog Top Hospitals.

Leapfrog recognizes hospitals for the highest standards of care in America.

In the coming months, you will see new educational opportunities at SourcePoint made possible through this partnership as well as new support for our fitness programs.

“We are honored to continue our partnership with SourcePoint,” said Steve Bunyard, president, OhioHealth Grady Steve Bunyard, OhioHealth Memorial Hospital and Dublin Methodist Hospital. “Being able to support and work with the members and staff really shows a connection between our associates and the community we serve.”

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Crossword Puzzle

Sudoku #1

by Satori Publishing Solution on page 23

Level of difficulty: Easy Solution on page 23

ACROSS 1. Bath (Fr.) 5. Explode 8. Of the kind of (suf.)

12. She (Fr.) 13. Jap. apricot 14. Para-aminobenzoic acid 15. Differ 17. Arabian chieftain 18. Greek letter 19. Tree 21. Asbestos (abbr.)

22. Burmese knife 23. Incessantly 25. It. marble 29. Tilled land 32. Common man 33. Siesta 35. Adjective-forming (suf.)

36. Agave fiber 38. Daw 40. Soft mineral 42. Guido’s note (2 words) 43. Noun-forming (suf.)

45. Yarn 47. Hawaiian frigate bird 50. House (Sp.) 52. Ern (2 words) 54. Monad 55. Feline 56. South African 57. Senior (Fr.) 58. Donkey (Fr.) 59. Salver

Complete the grid so that each row, column and each 3x3 square contains every digit from 1 to 9 without repeats or omissions.

Sudoku #2 DOWN 1. “Venerable” monk 2. Settled 3. “Casablanca” characters 4. Nat’l Endowment for the Arts (abbr.)

5. Steal 6. Buddhist sacred mountain 7. Pique 8. Amazon tributary 9. N.A. tree 10. Wading bird 11. Carbon (pref.)

16. Objective 20. Stowe character 22. Old Sp. gold coin 24. Heath evergreen 25. Consumer price index (abbr.)

26. They (Fr.) 27. Peccadillo (2 words) 28. Horse 30. Arabic letter 31. Cheer 34. Bishop

37. Sprite 39. Away from the wind 41. Slayer of Caesar 43. Ecuador (abbr.)

44. Hindu queen 46. Hit on the head 47. Frankenstein’s assistant 48. Olive genus 49. Eagle’s nest 51. Daughter of Zeus 53. Amer. Ballet Theatre (abbr.)

Level of difficulty: Medium Solution on page 23

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Moving Delaware Forward

A transportation vision for a growing city Carolyn Kay Riggle, Mayor City of Delaware Managing traffic is a major concern for City of Delaware residents. According to our 2015 Community Attitudes Survey, half of those who responded are dissatisfied with the amount of congestion, and one in four is dissatisfied with street conditions. Moving Delaware Forward is City Council’s vision to take care of the basics and allow our transportation system to keep pace with our growing city. We focus on two core areas: maintenance to improve street conditions and transportation improvements to relieve congestion.

In an average year, we can afford to resurface slightly more than one mile of local streets. At this rate, the majority of streets will deteriorate to an unacceptable condition long before being included in a resurfacing program. Moving Delaware Forward will quadruple the amount of dollars allocated to resurfacing neighborhood streets. Residents surveyed also said traffic signal timing and parking are issues; the plan calls for optimizing timing and increasing parking capacity.

City Council, with community input, has identified priority transportation improvement projects out of more than 50 that reduce congestion and improve the overall efficiency of our street network, including The Point: Plans call for establishing four-lane capacity and pedestrian access below a new railway structure; Merrick Boulevard Extension: This will provide a direct connection to Troy Road for west side residents, and a more direct route to U.S. 23; and the Valleyside Drive Extension: Linking William Street and West Central Avenue will reduce traffic and delay along Central Avenue and improve emergency service response times.

City Council is considering an income tax increase to pay for Moving Delaware Forward. Our income tax rate would increase 0.15 percent, from 1.85 to 2.0 percent. For a family household income of $50,000 a year, the new rate would cost about $75 additionally per year, or roughly $6 per month. The additional tax would generate about $2.2 million annually and be combined with what already is being spent on transportation for a total amount of $4.12 million.

A vote by City Council is required to place a levy on the November 2016 ballot. Members and staff can be reached in the following ways: • Carolyn Kay Riggle, Mayor, At-Large, (740) 815-5876 • Kent Shafer, Vice Mayor, At-Large, (740) 602-1420 • George Hellinger, At-Large, (740) 972-1750

• Chris Jones, 1st Ward, (740) 417-1554 • Lisa Keller, 2nd Ward, (740) 362-2178 • Joe DiGenova, 3rd Ward, (740) 369-7788 • Kyle Rohrer, 4th Ward, (740) 816-3786 • Tom Homan, City Manager, (740) 203-1010 Thank you for your interest in this important issue.

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VOLUNTEER VISIONS VOLUNTEER OPEN HOUSE THURSDAY, JULY 28, 4–6 P.M. Learn more about our available volunteer opportunities, meet experienced volunteers and staff, and enjoy light refreshments at our upcoming Volunteer Open House. Stop in any time between 4 and 6 p.m. to learn more. Please RSVP to Sharon Fryer, recruiter for volunteer services, at (740) 203-2368 or sharon@MySourcePoint.org. You can also complete a volunteer application by visiting our website at www.MySourcePoint.org and clicking on the volunteer link.

Volunteering provides many benefits to both mental and physical health, and you can reap the benefits below by joining our volunteer team!

• Volunteering increases self-confidence.

Volunteering can provide a healthy boost to your self-confidence, self-esteem, and life satisfaction. You are doing good for others and the community, which provides a natural sense of accomplishment.

• Volunteering provides a sense of purpose. Older adults, especially those who have retired or lost a spouse, can find new meaning and purpose in their lives by helping others.

• Volunteering combats depression. A key risk factor for depression is social isolation. Volunteering keeps you in regular contact with others and helps you develop a solid support system, which in turn protects you against stress and depression when you’re going through challenging times.

• Volunteering helps you stay physically healthy. The physical activity involved in

certain forms of volunteering can be good for your health at any age, but it’s especially beneficial in older adults. Studies have found that those who volunteer have a lower mortality rate than those who do not, even when considering factors like the health of the participants. Volunteering has also been shown to lessen symptoms of chronic pain or heart disease.

Some of our current volunteer opportunities include medical transportation drivers, OSHIIPcertified counselors, Meals on Wheels drivers, and skilled home chore volunteers. Read more about our current openings in the sidebar to this article.

NEW HIGH HOUR AWARDS! On any given day, you are more than likely to see one of the volunteers listed below right here at SourcePoint. These volunteers accrued at least 2,000 service hours by the end of 2015 and have received special identification badge awards celebrating these milestones. They do everything from transporting older clients to their medical appointments, delivering a hot nutritious meal at lunch time, and scheduling volunteers, to working in our on-site kitchen, assisting in our on-site dining center, helping with office work, entering volunteer timesheets, assembling training folders, helping with our special events, and much more!

Congratulations to the following high-hour SourcePoint volunteers: 2,000 Hours Kathy Packham Madan Arya Carol Rohde Bob Backus Jo Simmons Carrie Curtis Janet Wright Wesley Jordan Pat Liggett

3,000 Hours Howard Augenstine Vicki Mills Pat Milner Fred Oehler

Marvin Philpott Eva Vaghy Bernie Workman

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WELCOME NEW VOLUNTEERS Welcome to our new volunteers: Chris Andersen, Rebecca Call, Jim Case, Marianne Case, Sheila Cox, Margo Ferguson, Rita Ficheria, Peter Frank, Lori Garland, Kevin Howe, Brittany Johnson, Keri Johnson, Karen Johnston, Kathryn Landrine, Carol Lincicome, Barb McSweeney, Doug Miller, Maura Miller, Matthew Miller, Cynde Peoples, Conny Pope, Rebecca Reuwee, Angela Rich, Mary Riegle, Carmen Sansait, Chinu Shah, Colleen Sheehan, Leslie Smiley, Linda Smith, William Sweet, David Thomas, Mary Watmen, and Jordan Whitson.

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VOLUNTEER VISIONS Our Current Needs Sharon Fryer Recruiter for Volunteer Services, SourcePoint Calling all volunteers! Make a difference in the lives of older adults and help with one of more than 60 positions available at SourcePoint! Our current volunteer needs include: Medical Transportation: Drive local seniors to and from important doctor and outpatient appointments. Training is provided, and you may use your own car and receive mileage reimbursement.

Meals on Wheels: Put a smile on someone’s face! You deliver more than just a meal as a Meals on Wheels volunteer. Drivers are eligible for mileage reimbursement and a free lunch. It’s the perfect opportunity for retirees, stay-at-home parents, local businesses, churches, and more!

Skilled Home Chores: We’re looking for volunteers with carpentry skills to help with special projects. We offer a flexible schedule and mileage reimbursement.

Farmers Market Vouchers: Help distribute farmers market vouchers and other SourcePoint information to older adults at local farmers markets. Weekday and Saturday morning shifts.

Community Outreach Volunteer: Are you outgoing? Do you love to meet new people? Help represent SourcePoint at special events throughout the community and distribute brochures to local businesses. Good communication skills are desired.

Kitchen Assistant: Help prepare, pack, and serve food in our onsite kitchen. Tuesday and Thursday shifts available. Includes lunch!

OSHIIP-Certified Insurance Assistant: Assist with and/or teach our New to Medicare classes throughout the year. You’ll also provide individual counseling to older adults with Medicare questions. We can connect you with OSHIIP training for this position.

We also have openings in our front lobby as a concierge, in our gift shop, and at our fitness and aquatic center desks.

For more information or to volunteer, please contact me at (740) 203-2368 or sharon@MySourcePoint.org. You can also apply online at www.MySourcePoint.org/volunteer.

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IN-HOME CARE & MORE FARMERS MARKET VOUCHERS NOW AVAILABLE

lighting or grab bars in the shower can make a significant impact on the safety of your home. Home safety checks are just one of many in-home services we provide to help Delaware County adults over 60 live safely at home. Schedule yours today: call us at (740) 363-6677.

Each year, SourcePoint’s voucher program provides Delaware County residents age 60 and over with free vouchers for fresh foods from farmers markets in Delaware, Powell, and Sunbury.

The vouchers can be used to purchase fresh fruits and veggies, herbs, baked goods, honey, and even food-bearing plants. Participants will receive 30 vouchers with a total value of $60, while supplies last. All vouchers are valid through October 31, but participants should check with their local farmers market to determine how late in the season it will be open as market dates differ.

Applicants must be 60 or older, and certain income restrictions apply. No mail-in applications accepted. Applications are available at SourcePoint, online at www.MySourcePoint.org, or at participating farmers markets.

Did you know that SourcePoint can help you with your to-do list around the house? As part of our in-home care program, SourcePoint provides homemaker services such as light cleaning, cooking, laundry, and help with errands. These chores can sometimes be difficult to manage as we age, but help is available right here in your community! Homemaking is just one of many in-home services we provide to help Delaware County adults over 60 live safely at home. For more information, call (740) 363-6677 or go to www.MySourcePoint.org.

FREE GROCERIES FOR DELAWARE COUNTY SENIORS

ELECTRIC UTILITY PROGRAMS

SourcePoint provides local residents with free monthly groceries. To qualify, you must be age 60 or older, a county resident, and have an income of no more than $15,444 per year.

Participants pick up free grocery boxes on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Delivery may be available. Typical contents include items such as cereal, fruit juice, canned meat or fish, peanut butter or beans, canned fruit or vegetables, rice or potatoes, and American cheese. The food is shelf-stable, nutritious, and intended to supplement food budgets for lower-income older adults. This program is a cooperative effort between SourcePoint and the Mid-Ohio Foodbank.

Applications can be picked up at the main office or on our website.

Community Action Organization of Delaware, Madison & Union Counties (CAO) has three electric utility programs that are funded by American Electric Power—AEP, Dayton Power & Light, and Ohio Edison. If you are a customer of any of these three companies, you may qualify for energy savings measures for your home! CAO may be able to provide compact fluorescent bulbs, energy saving refrigerators, and water savings measures. Income restrictions apply. For more information, call CAO at (740) 369-3184.

HOME SAFETY CHECKS According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one-third of Americans aged 65 and older fall each year, and 60% of those falls take place inside the home. We believe your home should be a safe haven, and SourcePoint can help make it so. SourcePoint provides a free inspection of your home and makes suggestions on how to make it safer. Often, simple improvements such as improved

HOMEMAKER SERVICES

CAREGIVER CORNER SourcePoint offers free caregiver support groups on the second Tuesday of each month. Two sessions are available: 9-10 a.m. and 6-7 p.m. on July 12 and August 9. Join us to share experiences, meet other caregivers, discover new resources, and ask questions. Registration for monthly support groups is required. To register, call Sara Stemen, family caregiver program coordinator, at (740) 203-2399 or register online at www.MySourcePoint.org.

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IN-HOME CARE ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAM SourcePoint’s Community Support Program is designed to help adults live safely in their own home with independence and dignity.

We provide direct access to in-home care services as well as referrals and answers to your aging-related questions.

• Adult Day Care helps people with some level of impairment engage in purposeful activity in a safe, supervised setting.

• Chore Services such as changing light bulbs, tacking down cords or rugs, raking leaves, shoveling snow, painting, and more.

• Counseling is available to address grief, depression, anxiety, family caregiving issues, and more.

• Emergency Response Systems that provide a direct link to 24/7 emergency assistance.

• Home Repair & Accessibility Modifications such as plumbing, flooring, bathroom access, smoke detectors, handicap accessibility, or other repairs necessary for safety and accessibility.

• Homemaker Services such as light cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands, and grocery shopping.

• Insurance & Medicare Consultations to answer questions and help resolve problems with complicated and confusing medical billing and insurance issues.

• Meals on Wheels provides good nutrition and the security of checking on your loved one every weekday.

• Medical Transportation to medical appointments, social service agencies, and adult day care centers.

• Nursing Services to help you achieve optimal health and well-being through health screenings and medication monitoring.

• Personal Care such as bathing and dressing for those who are unable to perform those tasks on their own.

• Respite in the home or at a local facility. Respite workers can perform personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.

SourcePoint can handle all the arrangements and our services are available on a sliding fee scale. Call (740) 363-6677 today or learn more at www.MySourcePoint.org/community-support.

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ENRICHMENT CENTER ACTIVITIES Session 4: July 5 – September 2 Dates and start times are listed below.

Water Volleyball Tue. & Thu., 11 a.m. or 2 p.m.; Sat., 10 or 11 a.m.

Quilters Rule Tue., 1 p.m.

FITNESS Brains & Balance Basic Mon. & Wed., 12 p.m.

WELLNESS Caregiver Support Group 2nd Tues., 9 a.m. or 6 p.m.

Scrappy Crafters Tue., 11:30 a.m.

Brains & Balance Boost Mon. & Wed., 11 a.m.

Dance for Fit and Fun Sat., 10 a.m.

Fitness Ctr. Boot Camp Mon. & Wed., 4:30 p.m.

Golden Marathon Hiking Mon., 9:30 a.m.

Golf: Hidden Valley League Fri. Golf: Travel League Wed.

Caring & Sharing 1st & 3rd Mon., 1 p.m.

Delaware Speech & Hearing Jul. 27 & Aug. 24, 9:30 a.m.

DGHD Health Screenings Jul. 27 & Aug. 24, 9:30 a.m.

Early Stage Alzheimer’s Support Group Jul. 12 & Aug. 9, 10 a.m.

Line Dancercise Thu., 10 or 11 a.m.; 1st & 3rd Sat., 11 a.m.

Foot Care Clinic Tue., 8:30 a.m.

Line Dancing Tue., 11 a.m. or 6:30 p.m.; Beginner Class on Thu., 1 p.m.

A Matter of Balance Wed. beg. Aug. 3, 9 a.m.

PACE Tue. & Fri., 10 a.m.

SilverSneakers Cardio Mon. & Wed., 9 a.m.

SilverSneakers Circuit Tue. & Thu., 10 a.m.

SilverSneakers Classic Mon. & Wed., 10 a.m.

SilverSneakers Yoga Tue. & Thu., 11 a.m.

Tai Chi Beginner Thu., 4 p.m.

Yoga Breathing Wed., 10 a.m.

Yoga in a Chair Mon., 10 a.m.

Yoga: Hatha Mon., Wed. or Fri., 11 a.m.

Zumba Basic 4 Boomers Mon. & Wed., 5:30 p.m.

Zumba Gold Tue. & Thu., 9 a.m.

AQUATICS Aqua Zumba Mon. & Wed., 6:30 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.

Aquasculpt Sat., 9 a.m.

Aquatics 1 Mon. & Wed., 9 a.m.

Aquatics 2 Mon. & Wed., 11 a.m. or 2 p.m.; Tue. & Thu., 9 a.m. or 1 p.m.

Aquatics 3 Mon. & Wed., 10 a.m. or 1 p.m.; Tue. & Thu., 10 a.m.

Aquatics 4 Tue. & Thu., 3 p.m.

Massage Therapy Mon., Wed., & Thu., 9 a.m.

Parkinson’s Support: Speech Therapy Jul. 13 & 27, Aug. 10 & 24, 2:30 p.m.

Safe Driver Training Jul. 14, 12 p.m.

Woodcarving Mon., 5 p.m. & Tue., 9 a.m.

EDUCATION Book Club 2nd Mon., 12 p.m.

Buying a Condo Jul. 13, 1 p.m. or Aug. 10, 6 p.m.

DCDLibrary Bookmobile Jul. 6 & 27, Aug. 17, 10:45 a.m.

Discussion with John Palmer Jul. 9, 10 a.m.

Financing Your Retirement Home Jul. 27, 1 p.m. or Aug. 24, 6 p.m.

Guitar Lessons with Bob Claymier Begin.: 2nd & 4th Tue., 6 p.m.; Interm.: 1st & 3rd Tue., 6 p.m.

History & Future of Medicare Aug. 27, 9:30 a.m.

History & Future of Social Security Jul. 16, 9:30 a.m.

ARTS Basic Drawing with Mary Williams Sat., Jul. 9 thru 30, 9:30 a.m.

Medicare Mini-Workshops Jul. 20, 6:30 p.m.; Aug. 3, 6:30 p.m.; Aug. 17, 10:30 a.m.

Creative Connection Aug. 5 & 12, 1 p.m.

Monarchs & Milkweed Jul. 19, 6 p.m.

Creative Writing Jul. 25 & Aug. 15, 2 p.m.

Music Reading & Singing Jul. 23 & 30, Aug. 6 & 13, 10 a.m.

Do For Others I Mon., 9 a.m.

Do For Others II Wed., 9 a.m.

Exploring Color in Watercolor Sat., Aug. 6 thru 27, 9:30 a.m.

Hand Work with Friends Thu., 1:30 p.m.

Inspiration & Art: Andy Goldsworthy Jul. 21, 5:30 p.m.

Jewelry Mirror Jul. 15 & 22, 1 p.m.

Knitting Circle Tue., 11 a.m.

Mind Aerobics Fri., 11 a.m.

New to Medicare Classes 1st Sat.* or 2nd Wed., 10 a.m.; 4th Wed., 6 p.m. (*Jul. 9 due to holiday) Personal & Financial Planning Workshops Mon., 6:30 p.m.

Something to Think About 2nd Thu., 6 p.m.

Talk to the Expert Jul. 20, 10 a.m. & Aug. 18, 6 p.m.

Life’s a Stitch Thu., 11:30 a.m.

Talking Tech(nology) Mon. & Tue., 11 a.m.; Sat., 8:30 a.m.

Liquid Stained Glass Wed., Jul. 6 thru Aug. 3, 1 p.m.

Think Positive 2nd Fri., 10 a.m.

Making Memories: Mother-Daughter Art Jul. 16, 9 a.m.

Pool Walking Mon., Tue., Wed. & Thu.,12 & 4:30 p.m.; Tue. & Thu., 6:30 p.m.; Fri., 9 a.m., 12, 1 or 2 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.

Old-Fashioned Sing-Along Last Fri., 10 a.m.

Water Aerobics Tue. & Thu., 5:30 p.m.

Photography Group Jul. 28 & Aug. 18, 1 p.m.

Water Boot Camp Mon. & Wed., 5:30 p.m.

Reminiscence Theatre Thu., 2:30 p.m.

Open Studio Jul. 8 & 29, Aug. 10, 17 & 19, 1 p.m.

Painting Group Mon., 1 p.m.

SOCIAL Billiards Available any time Billiards 8-Ball Tourn. 2nd Thu., 5 p.m.

Billiards 9-Ball Tourn. 4th Thu., 5 p.m.

Billiards Jack ‘n’ Jill 1st, 3rd and 5th Thu., 5 p.m.

Bingo Wed. & Fri., 1 p.m.

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ENRICHMENT CENTER ACTIVITIES Bridge (ACBL-Sanctioned) Thu., 12 p.m.

ROMEOs 1st Tue., 12 p.m.

Bridge (Duplicate) Tue., 12 p.m.

Table Tennis (Mult. Tables) Mon. & Wed., 1 p.m.; Thu., 5 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.

Bridge (Open Play) Mon. & Fri., 10 a.m.

Bridge Lessons (Interm.) Mon., 10 a.m.

Center Diners 3rd Thu., 5:30 p.m.

Coffee & Conversation Wed., 9 a.m.

Dance Club: Hot Summer Night Jul. 15, 7 p.m.

Dominoes Tue. & Thu., 1 p.m.

Euchre Mon., 1 p.m.

Evening Euchre Club Wed., 5 p.m.

Friday Matinée 2 p.m.

Grandparents Day Aug. 20, 9 a.m.

Hand & Foot Mon. & Wed., 3 p.m.

Mah Jongg Wed., 1 p.m.

Monday Movie 6 p.m.

Potlucks 2nd Tue., 12 p.m.

Poker Night Thu., 5:30 p.m.

Red Hats 2nd Thu., 11:30 a.m.

Table Tennis (Sing. Table) Mon. & Thu., 8 a.m.; Tue.-Fri., 1 p.m.

Toe-Tapping Tuesdays 2:30 p.m.

Unplugged Elastic Band Wed., 10 a.m.

TRIPS Columbus Clippers vs. Louisville Bats Game Wed., Jul. 20, 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Registration ends July 1.

Fee: $30 for members, $45 for non-members Tecumseh! The Ultimate Outdoor Drama Experience Thu., Jul. 28, 2:30 p.m.–1 a.m. Registration ends June 28.

Fee: $90 for members, $105 for non-members Experience Cleveland Aug. 3-4 (2 days/1 night) Registration ends Jul. 8.

Fee: $319.00 per person (triple occupancy); $349.00 per person (double); $409.00 per person (single) Horseshoe Casino in Cincinnati, Ohio Thu., Aug. 25, 8 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Registration ends July 25.

Fee: $45 for members, $60 for non-members Canton, Ohio Thu., Sep. 29, 7 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Registration ends Aug. 26.

Fee: $60 for members, $75 for non-members Coming soon: Resorts, Railroads & Rivers of WV Sep. 17–20, Wendt Touring The Daweswood House Museum Oct. 17 OSU at Maryland with Washington, D.C. Nov. 11–14, Prime Tours For the most up-to-date information, call (740) 363-6677 or go to www.MySourcePoint.org.

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Personal Reflection

Thoughts on Technology Joan Pearse, Arts & Education Manager SourcePoint It is amazing how dependent the world is upon technology. Even though I am far from computer savvy, I was astonished by how much I relied upon technology when I did not have it available to do my job one afternoon. I discovered that, during the day, I look up many things on the internet and that I frequently need information from work software.

In addition, I am always researching and looking for interesting information for upcoming classes. Here, some members share how technology has affected them: It was 11 p.m. I was sound asleep. The phone rang. “Wally, this is Jason!

Are you on Facebook right now?!”“No, Jason, it’s 11 o’clock. I was asleep.”

“Well, someone has posted on your Facebook page that you are having serious financial problems and they gave a way that people could donate money to you to get out of your mess. It looks like you have been hacked!” “OK, thanks Jason, I’ll change my password.” I got up, turned on the computer and spent 15 minutes changing my info. As I was trying to get back to sleep, I realized: technology, especially as it relates to social media, so often causes me significant pain, and in places that I didn’t even realize I had places. —Wally White Technology has enhanced my knowledge base by providing up-todate worldwide communications via TV and computers, freedom from being too hot or cold in my home and vehicle via temperature-controlled heating and cooling, automatic washer and dryer to make laundry a breeze, a computer-controlled kiln for ceramics and glass hobbies, a riding mower, cheaper and improved consumer products, safety features in my vehicle, extreme weather warnings, and an improved comprehension of our vast universe. Most importantly, in recent years technology has provided cleaner air to breathe, less contaminated water to drink, and more hazard-free foods to eat, along with medical advances to improve my quality of life along with my longevity.

However, on the downside, technology causes me to get less exercise while performing daily chores, spend more time sitting at the computer and watching TV, replaces one-on-one personal communications with texting and emails, and invades my privacy via computerized information gathering and surveillance equipment. Technology also fosters more lethal weapons for personal use and warfare, and contamination of our air, soils, and water due to manufacturing byproducts, insecticides, and fertilizer run-offs.

As with most things in life, there are trade-offs when we apply technology. We must be vigilant to avoid destroying our earth for future gen-

My COM M UNICATOR erations, and to avoid creating new health problems due to genetically engineered foods and combinations of medications. —Don Pearse Sr. I’ve been computer literate since I began using email in 1984, before many of today’s nerds were even born. In 1988, I proudly carried home my first IBM PC, purchased at MicroCenter at a cost about four times the price of the laptop I’m typing on today. When it began to die 10 years later, I understood it well enough to remove the cover and tinker it back into life until I needed internet access. The operating system wouldn’t support that. Time to upgrade. I’ve upgraded twice since then but I haven’t converted to Windows 10 yet.

I expect my stuff to last, and if it’s still working I don’t understand why I’m obliged to change it. My cathode-ray TV is over 20 years old and still working fine with a little help from a digital converter box and a DVD player. For internet access, a cable plugs into the side of my most up-todate laptop. No wireless. No smart phone or tablets, so no need for wireless. I do have a cell phone, for emergencies. The flip type. It’s only about four years old and costs $7 a month. And of course, it still works fine.

My newest laptop and that internet cable do allow me to Skype for conversations with my friend (is that BFF?) Jan in the UK. Last time we talked, we had a mutual moan about how the technology we both once felt comfortable with has raced ahead of us. We like to feel in control of our technology, not controlled by it. We’re both products of post-WWII austerity when our grandmothers counseled “make do and mend,” and “waste not, want not,” and stuff got repaired, not thrown out and replaced. My dear Nanna had her own troubles converting from oil lamps to electricity. She never had a phone or a TV, but she loved her radio and what she called “newfangled gadgets.” I guess I’ve become like her; I’ll love my old TV til it stops working. —Erica Scurr Will human beings control technology or will technology control human beings? Ever since 1900, the flood of new electrical and machine marvels, such as the locomotive, airplane, helicopter, automobile, electric light, radio, TV, movie projector, and all sorts of inventions that make our existence on this earth better and easier, are examples of human beings controlling technology. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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My COM M UNICATOR CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE In the 21st century, the atomic and the hydrogen bombs are part of our arsenal of destruction. We have an arsenal for creative medications to fight diseases and computers to transport information to outer space and time. When technology crosses that invisible line, it will be smarter than we are and the world will be at its mercy.

Technology has taken us into a future that our forefathers could not even comprehend. Can you imagine those who traveled in covered wagons thinking about the day when cars with air conditioning would drive over paved roads to drive-thru restaurants found with the help of a GPS with the riders talking on a phone that works through the computer in the car? Or about boarding a plane that has restrooms, food, movies and communication that can fly thousands of miles over land and water to arrive the same day? Or that we would be able to send astronauts into space, store information in chips and in clouds and to instantly be able to read x-rays, MRIs and to see digital photos? Technology allows us to transplant organs from one person to another, to install pacemakers to make the heart beat correctly and to replace knees and hips. Whatever we do, may we use our resources wisely, paving the way to a beautiful world—one full of peace, clean air, beautiful parks thriving with nature and disease-free generations. —Larry Pepper

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Sacred Places Donna Bingham Enrichment Center Member Sacred places are those that allow me to tune out the world and settle in someplace else. When life becomes too frantic, too overcharged, and too overwhelming, I tend to retreat. A cup of tea, a secluded spot, and a cozy throw are the accessories to my retreat, but a book is the jewel. I confess to being an avid reader. My reading takes many formats— hardcover, paperback, e-reader, newspaper, magazine. I count listening to stories through NPR’s Selected Shorts and in SourcePoint’s creative writing class, as well as listening to audio books as part of my reading experience.

Through the turning of pages I traveled with Sacagawea as she walked with Lewis and Clark. I hid in the shadows with slaves seeking freedom along the underground railroad. I survived the Georgia flu that wiped out most of population in a post-apocalyptic world. I supervised construction and visited the Chicago’s World Fair while a serial killer lurked.

I accompanied Frank Lloyd Wright on his career path. I listened to Rachael and her sisters. I watched and smiled as Our Millie made her way through country life’s dilemmas. The never-ending number of pages have allowed me to experience history, live in the future, and confront the problems and possible solutions to the conflicts of the modern world.

Within this lifelong journey, I have discovered recurrent threads that run through nearly everything I’ve read. No matter the time, no matter the place, no matter the culture, no matter religion or politics, people have faith in each other, want to be loved, and strive for goodness. Godliness and positivity usually prevail.

My journey brings me joy and solace. It brings me hope and horror. It uplifts my spirit. It plunges me into the depths of sorrow. It brings me the music of poetry and the everlasting beauty of the written word. Reading is my sacred place.

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Laptops and iPhones and Tablets... Oh My!

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 A Pew Research Center study shows that approximately 56 percent of internet users over the age of 65 used Facebook in 2014, up from 45 percent in 2013. Facebook is a more popular form of social media among older adults than Twitter, according to the Pew study. Twitter is used by only 10 percent of adults 65 and older who are online, although those numbers doubled in 2014 from five percent in 2013.

Pew studies have also investigated the older adult groups themselves to determine what older adults are actively engaged with technology. Among the 65 and older set, those who are younger, highly educated, and more affluent tend to have access to a wider range of technology (computers, smartphones, tablets, etc.), while also having a more positive view of technology in general. Those who are less educated and less affluent—as well as those older adults with health challenges—are less likely to be connected to technology, though they aren’t bothered by the lack of connection.

The fact that older adults in the “younger” age range are more inclined to use technology is not surprising, according to an article published on the AARP website. The article states that 62 percent of adults 75 and older still do not own a computer, for reasons that could relate to overall physical and psychological health. As we age, changes in perception and motor control may make it harder to see a computer screen, type, or use a mouse, the article states. And it takes our brains longer to learn new skills as we age, giving older adults much to consider when deciding whether to adopt new technology. One researcher quoted in the article states, “If it takes twice as long

to learn something, why would you invest the time when you could be drawing on your already acquired knowledge and doing things you enjoy?”

‘A BAPTISM BY FIRE’ Delaware resident R.J. Jones (pictured below) didn’t have much choice when it came to adapting to new technology. She owned a business and had to change with the times.

“When people started using computers in business it was a baptism by fire for all of us,” Jones said. “I took some computer classes and did some computer training so I could run my business. But I fell in love with technology and now I’m totally addicted.”

Jones uses that addiction to help others by teaching a computer class at SourcePoint, which she’s done for about four years.

In addition to helping older adults navigate around the internet, she teaches them about the vulnerability they have while online and how to avoid having any problems.

“In a lot of cases, someone will say ‘Oh, I got this computer as a gift. What do I do with it?’” Jones said. “One guy wanted to be able to read the obituaries in Marion and asked if that would be possible on his computer. The classes really opened up a whole new world for him. I always see older adults who are reluctant to learn, but once they do they fall in love with all they can do. It’s rewarding to see them get that ‘A-ha’ moment.”

Jones said she recently had a woman from Italy bring her an iPad that she used for little more than playing Solitaire.

“The woman’s sister was having surgery and I taught her how to use Facebook (so they could stay in touch). She was so overwhelmed, she had tears in her eyes,” Jones said.

My COM M UNICATOR Jones said she teaches older adults that technology is not something to be fearful of, and she provides tips on how to avoid online scams and other illegal activity targeting seniors. She added that learning to use technology gives older adults a confidence that translates to other areas of their lives.

For more information on Jones’ computer classes, contact SourcePoint at (740) 363-6677.

GOING WITHOUT For every older adult eager to learn their way around an iPhone or a Chromebook, there are others who are getting along without technology just fine, thank you very much.

Delaware resident Joann Johnson is one for whom learning about technology is on the todo list. She just isn’t in a big hurry.

“I would need some help because I just don’t get (online),” she said. “My kids got me a new computer and my daughter showed me how to use email. I’m not real good about using it, though, because I just don’t give my address to many people. I want them to call me.”

Johnson said she is vaguely familiar with Google and would like to learn more about it, but doesn’t feel as though she’s missing out by not learning.

“I’m completely illiterate when it comes to technology, and that is OK with me,” Johnson said. “I really don’t even care about a lot of it, but the world goes on so I suppose I’ll have to try and keep up with it. I just don’t want to learn any more than I have to.”

PLENTY OF LOCAL RESOURCES On which side of the technology fence do you fall? Whether you’re eager to learn as much as you can or content with just knowing the bare minimum, there are several resources available in Delaware County to help.

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My COM M UNICATOR CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE “Talking Tech is our ‘I don’t know how to take a picture on my phone’ or ‘I can’t turn on my laptop’ class,” said Steve Gorman, director of SourcePoint’s enrichment center. “When I started here we had done computer classes that covered how to use Windows, Excel, etc. But now we are coming at it from a different angle, looking at social media, keeping in touch with the grandkids, and so on. That is what’s driving Talking Tech.”

Gorman said the Talking Tech classes cover such topics as how to put an attachment in an email, how to send multiple pictures to the same email address, and so on. Training sessions are on Mondays, Tuesdays, and some Saturdays with the instructor, the student, and the student’s chosen device. To make an appointment, contact SourcePoint at (740) 363-6677.

After establishing the focus of the Talking Tech classes, Gorman said there was a need to serve those who want to learn even more about computers.

“From that comes the Basic Basics of Computers class. We offered that class during the last session and we had a handful of members sign up,” Gorman said. “They bring their own device in and use our wireless network. The instructor will walk you through the very basics of using a computer.”

Those basics, Gorman said, will address everything from “I got this computer and I don’t know what to do with it” and “here is how to access the internet” to “here is how not to accept cookies” and “here is how to keep your information safe when online.”

“Our goal is to get people more comfortable with using a computer,” he said.

Gorman said there are plans to expand the Basics computer class to Saturdays down the road in an effort to get even more people involved.

“We have 63 percent of our members with at least email accounts, so we know their access to technology is growing,” Gorman said.

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In another effort to accommodate those members who want to become more technologically savvy, SourcePoint’s enrichment center has switched to a new software system that will allow members to register for classes, sign up for trips, and more, all from the comfort of their home. SourcePoint started the transition to Active Net in the spring, and Gorman said online class registration should be up and running before July. To learn more about Active Net, see the sidebar to this article.

The Delaware County District Library also offers a computer class for seniors. Nicole Fowles, the library’s communications manager, said the “Basic Computer Skills for Seniors” class has far and away been the library’s most popular service among older adults.

The class teaches how to use word processors and spreadsheets, how to get the most from email and Google, and even how to use such social media sites as Facebook and Pinterest. Classes build off of each other, but prior attendance is not mandatory.

Fowles said the next session of classes will be in the fall.

“I don’t have definite dates yet for the fall, but when they are offered, classes will be on Tuesday mornings at 9 a.m. and Thursday evenings at 6 p.m. to accommodate varying schedules,” she said.

The library also offers public computers with free internet access to library card holders and guests, as well as free Wi-Fi for those using their own devices. The library offers access to eBooks and also provides mobile hotspots to rent. To learn more about the library’s technology offerings, read Nicole Fowles’ column on page 23.

Beginner computer classes are also offered periodically at Andrews House in Delaware. For more information and scheduling, call (740) 369-4520.

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A ‘Net’ Gain

by Jeff Robinson, Editor My Communicator Whether you’re talking about a microwave, a Smart TV, or an iPhone, advancements in technology over the years have seemingly been made with an overarching goal of making life easier. And the latest advancement at SourcePoint continues that trend.

Active Net is a new software in place at SourcePoint that allows enrichment center members to register for classes, pay for classes, access program catalogs, sign up for trips, and more, all from the comfort of their home.

“You can go online, activate your member account, and see all of the programs and activities being offered,” said Steve Gorman, director of SourcePoint’s enrichment center.

“We expect online registration to start late in June.”

Gorman said the conversion process began in the spring, with all members receiving new membership cards. An Active Net website was launched soon after and members were able to explore the various features of the site, though not yet able to register for classes or activities. Gorman said SourcePoint began offering Active Net tutorial classes in June for members to get a comprehensive overview of “how to get on and use Active Net from anywhere in the world.”

“And the fourth phase is opening the online registration,” Gorman said. “That’s when we turn the keys over to the members and let them drive the car.”

The switch to Active Net was spurred by a need for more accurate record keeping, Gorman said, and a desire to “move into the 21st century with appropriate software for running an organization.”

“Active Net will serve those purposes for us.

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 21 ...so we could get familiar with the new software,” he said. “For our members, we are truly entering the 21st century when it comes to technology.”

In addition to improving the class registration process, Gorman said Active Net allows SourcePoint to share announcements with members more easily.

“So if we have to close the pool, an announcement can be sent via Active Net, which will eliminate the previous laborious method of contacting our members,” Gorman said. “It will reduce the amount of staff energy put into processing checks and refund requests, as well.”

Active Net also creates enhanced security for members’ personal information and allows SourcePoint staff to better track member participation, so more of members’ favorite programming can be offered.

And while Active Net is meant to make things easier for all users, Gorman said SourcePoint isn’t eliminating the old-fashioned method of in-person registration.

“I know some of our members won’t use Active Net, and that’s OK,” he said. “You can still register and sign-up for classes and trips in person. But for those who want it, it will make things much faster.”

Active Net has additional user benefits as well, Gorman said. A member signing up for multiple activities through Active Net can create his or her own calendar that will generate instant reminders when an activity is scheduled. Gorman calls Active Net’s capabilities an extension of SourcePoint’s branding, which suggests members can chart their own course to thrive after 55.

“We are helping you set that course to thrive by saying that you have the ability to take control of the registration process. Your ability to interact with SourcePoint is now done on your terms,” Gorman said. “We are allowing members to have control and to have a say in what we do and what we offer.”

Gorman said he is interested to see how members will respond to Active Net and how it may impact the enrichment center’s offerings, and he looks forward to other ways that members can benefit from new technology.

“Another thing we will use technology for is a senior learning network, which is a web-based program where you have a webcam and you sign up for a class where you can take an interactive tour of the Smithsonian or other locations,” he said.

To learn more about Active Net or to get answers to questions about the new software, contact SourcePoint at (740) 363-6677.

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Teaching Tech at the Library Nicole Fowles, Communications Manager Delaware County District Library A fundamental philosophy of libraries is the idea that learning is a lifelong process. Whether you’re a novice or you just need to brush up on skills you haven’t used in a while, the library is a place where you can find the right resources, especially if you’re interested in new (or new to you) technology.

The Technology Department within the Delaware County District Library offers a series of classes once a quarter that are a great way to get an introduction to computers and their most common uses. The series, called “Basic Computer Skills for Seniors,” walks a small group of individuals through four, separate one-hour courses that will lead to a comprehensive understanding of computer technology. Classes cover using a mouse and keyboard, exploring word processing tools like Microsoft Office, navigating the internet, and introducing social media websites such as Facebook and Pinterest. These classes are small and crafted to go at the users’ pace. Due to the limited space in the training lab, pre-registration is required. In mid-August, give the Delaware Main Library a call at (740) 362-3861 to find out the fall schedule and to reserve your seat.

Other popular services library patrons of all ages use are our eBook and digital collections. One of the main reasons why eBooks appeal to older adults is the font size can easily be changed with the click of a button (or tap of a screen). While the library does have a special collection of large print physical books, virtually any title that is accessed electronically and viewed on a tablet device, such as an iPad or Kindle, can be turned into a large print book. Additionally, many titles are also recorded to be listened to as an audiobook. These can also be downloaded to a phone or tablet device and listened to at home or on the go.

The reference librarians at the Delaware County District Library are trained to help you learn how to access these collections and download them to your specific device. Patrons are encouraged to call and set up a one-on-one appointment with a reference librarian for an eBook training session. You can call your local branch library, or the Delaware Main Library at (740) 362-3861.

Last fall, a new service was added to the library’s lending catalog – mobile hotspots. A hotspot is a small, portable device that provides wireless internet access for any device that can connect to a wireless signal, such as a laptop, smartphone, tablet or gaming device. Reserve one from www. delawarelibrary.org, turn it on, and you’ve transformed any location into a temporary wireless access point. These have been incredibly popular with families going on vacation, business professionals giving presentations, or students needing temporary internet access for schoolwork.

At the Delaware Main Library, we share our facilities with the researchers and volunteers at the Delaware County Genealogical Society. These individuals have an amazing passion to help others delve into their family lineage. They have many tools available in the Local History Room, located at the rear of the library, but they also use online research websites, which can be accessed from www.delawarelibrary.org/research. Sites such as Ancestry, Family Search, and Heritage Quest are all free when accessed either in the library or with a library card. You can get started on your own at home, or you can schedule an appointment with one of the Genealogical Society volunteers by calling (740) 369-4375 or emailing genie@delawareohiohistory.com.

We’re always happy to answer your questions when you come to a Delaware County District Library location. See you in the stacks.

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In Your Community

Support Groups ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION Meeting: 2nd Thu., 10–11:30 a.m. at Willow Brook Delaware Run, 100 Delaware Crossing, Delaware; 2nd Tue., 1–2:30 p.m. at Asbury UM Church, 55 W. Lincoln Ave., Delaware Contact: (740) 363-1365

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS Meeting: 2 Tue., 9–10 a.m. or 6–7 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware Contact: SourcePoint at (740) 203-2399 nd

CARING AND SHARING Meeting: 1st & 3rd Mon., 1–2 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware Contact: SourcePoint at (740) 363-6677

Community Clubs ASHLEY SENIOR CITIZENS Ashley Villa, 240 S. Main St., Ashley Meeting: 3rd Mon., 12 p.m.

Contact: (740) 747-2658

BELLPOINT SENIOR CITIZENS Contact: Bob Burr at (740) 369-0652

BIG WALNUT SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB PJ’s Pizza, 571 W. Cherry St., Sunbury Meeting: 1st Thu., 11:30 a.m.

Contact: Virginia Helwig at (740) 965-9636

DELAWARE AAUW www.delohioaauw.wordpress.com Contact: Roberta Clark at (740) 363-3965

DUBLIN COMMUNITY SENIOR CITIZENS Dublin Rec Center, 5600 Post Road, Dublin Meeting: 2nd Mon., 11:15 a.m.

Contact: Wanda Kamler at (614) 410-4550

My COM M UNICATOR DELAWARE MIGHTY SOULS (MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS) Meeting: 1st Thu., 6–8 p.m. at Willow Brook Delaware Run, 100 Delaware Crossing, Del. Contact: Thom at (740) 815-5809 or Ron at (740) 815-3837

MEMORY LOSS EMPOWERMENT GATHERING Meeting: 3rd Tue., 6:30–8 p.m. at Ganzhorn Suites, 10272 Sawmill Pkwy., Powell Contact: RSVP to Anne Farley at (614) 3569810 or crd.powell@ganzhorn.com

NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS (NAMI) CONNECTION RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Meeting: 3rd Tue., 6:30–8 p.m. at NAMI, 560 Sunbury Road, Delaware Contact: Becky Becker at (740) 815-1767

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Meeting: 3rd Wed. at 1:30 p.m. at Delaware Township Hall, 2590 Liberty Road, Delaware Contact: Kathy Kotowski at (614) 846-8009

THURSDAY NIGHT TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) Meeting: Thu., 6:30–7:30 p.m. at Zion United Church of Christ, 51 W. Central Ave., Delaware Contact: Georgeanna Mills at (740) 881-4497

Meeting: 2nd Thu., 11:30 a.m. at Maryhaven, 88 N. Sandusky St., Delaware; 4th Thu., 6 p.m. at NAMI, 560 Sunbury Road, Stes. 11-12, Del. Contact: Becky Becker at (740) 815-1767

DELAWARE COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION Willow Brook at Delaware Run, 100 Delaware Crossing, Delaware Meeting: 2nd Fri. in March, June, September; 1st Fri. in December Contact: Carolyn Tarantine at (614) 895-9861

OLENTANGY AREA SENIORS, INC. Orange Township Hall, 1680 E. Orange Road, Lewis Center Meeting: 1st Wed., 11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Contact: Connie Kimmins at (614) 204-5289

OSTRANDER SENIOR CITIZENS

Genoa Community Building 5111 S. Old 3C Hwy., Westerville Meeting: 2nd Thu., 12 p.m.

Contact: Bill Brown at (614) 882-1034

Ostrander Community Center 3737 Ostrander Road, Ostrander Meeting: 4th Thu., 1 p.m.; euchre and dominoes on other Thu.; birthday celebrations on 2nd Tue. Contact: Harla Lawson at (614) 570-8978 or hlawsite@gmail.com

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SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware Meeting: 2nd Tue. Contact: Barb Spellman at (740) 369-3500

Prospect Senior Citizens Building 318 N. Elm St., Prospect Meeting: Every Thu., 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Contact: Rick Willey at (740) 494-2989

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LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS www.lwvdelawarecountyohio.com Contact: Trish Bishop at (614) 394-8339 or lwvdelawarecountyohio@gmail.com

WESTERVILLE AAUW Westerville Area Resource Ministry 150 Heatherdown Dr., Westerville Meeting: 2nd Thu., 7 p.m.

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Dinners are held between 5 and 7 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware, and are open to the public. Net proceeds benefit pro740-417-9287 grams and services that help Delaware County adults thrive after 55. www.olentangytrail.com Join us for the next dinner on Wednesday, August 10. Our Harvest Festival menu features spring greens with pears, goat cheese, and housemade citrus vinaigrette; pan-roasted chicken breast with a pinot noir sauce; apricot-ginger glazed pork loin; roasted butternut squash risotto THE 3 BIG BAD WOLVES with sugared walnuts; caramelized onion and garlic mashed potatoes; PROOF O.K. BY:___________________________ O.K. WITH CORRECTIONS BY:________________________ oven-charred medley of root vegetables; triple chocolate cake filled with PLEASE READ CAREFULLY • SUBMIT CORRECTIONS ONLINE chocolate mousse; and bourbon-glazed bundt cake. Live entertainment CO-0006033598-02 (100%) will also be available.

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Your Online Resources Travis Fordham, Digital Media Coordinator SourcePoint More and more, many of us are going online to try to find the best resources and support available to assist with aging issues. Sometimes the information you do find can end up leading you to websites and businesses that will sometimes offer costly services that otherwise would be free of charge through a federal, state, or community program. To help you find trustworthy online information, here are 10 websites designed to assist those age 55+ as well as their families: AARP – www.aarp.com AARP is the nation’s leading organization for people age 50 and older. AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, social welfare organization with a membership of nearly 38 million that strengthens communities and fights for the issues that matter most to families.

Administration on Aging – www.aoa.gov An invaluable resource to help seniors answer questions related to a wide variety of topics.

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Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program (OSHIIP) – www.insurance.ohio.gov OSHIIP provides free health insurance information and services for people with Medicare.

Social Security Administration – www.ssa.gov This is a large site offering everything from Social Security-related news items to laws, regulations, forms, benefit publications, research statistics, and more.

SourcePoint – www.MySourcePoint.org SourcePoint provides community support in Delaware County, Ohio with in-home care services such as Meals on Wheels, help with chores, and transportation to medical appointments, as well as resources and support for family caregivers. SourcePoint also provides both fun and fitness with a 44,000-square-foot enrichment center that hosts a wide variety of programs and trips.

WebMD Health – www.webmd.com One of the best and most popular sites for general medical research.

Alzheimer’s Association – www.alz.org Provides information on the prevention, cures, and treatments of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. Also provides support and assistance to patients and their families.

Central Ohio Area Agency of Aging – www.coaaa.org Coordinates and arranges services for more than 8,000 individuals in central Ohio who participate in community-based, long-term care programs, including PASSPORT, MyCare Ohio, the Ohio Home Care Waiver, and the Franklin County Senior Options Program.

National Alliance for Caregiving – www.caregiving.org The Alliance is dedicated to improving quality of life for families and their care recipients through research, innovation, and advocacy.

Ohio Department of Aging – www.aging.ohio.gov The Ohio Department of Aging serves more than 2 million older Ohioans. It helps mature adults live active, healthy, and independent lives through programs such as the well-known Golden Buckeye Card.

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SourcePoint’s Scholarship Program the Result of Private Donations Thanks to the contributions of generous donors, SourcePoint will soon offer financial scholarships enabling those with modest incomes to participate in its many enrichment center activities. Applications for financial assistance through the new scholarship program will be available beginning August 1, with scholarship awards beginning on September 1, 2016. Applicants must be 55 and older and meet certain eligibility requirements. Assistance may be used to cover the cost of a SourcePoint membership as well as class, program, or activity fees. For those who apply and are awarded a scholarship, funds will be automatically deposited into their SourcePoint account for use throughout the coming year.

“Our process will be very easy to navigate. Interested individuals will pick up an application from our customer service team and return the completed application to our front desk,” said Steve Gorman, director of SourcePoint’s enrichment center. “Our staff will review the application and determine if all eligibility requirements are met. We will then notify the applicant of their status and inform them of their next steps.”

If awarded, financial assistance must be used during the ensuing 12-month period. If any money remains in an individual’s account after the 12-month period, those funds will be returned to SourcePoint’s scholarship fund and be made available for use by others.

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formerly managed by Senior Citizens Inc. “There are those in the community who would love to participate in more of our classes and programs, but who are limited by their income,” said Bob Horrocks, executive director of SourcePoint. “We wanted to find a way to help, and yet the majority of our levy support underwrites our more critical in-home care services like Meals on Wheels. We have always believed that to make the best use of our community’s levy support, those who can afford to pay some share of their services should do so. With the help of local donors—many of whom are members themselves—we are grateful to be able to offer financial assistance to help those who want to participate more fully in our enrichment center offerings, while still being good stewards of the community’s tax support.”

Once plans for the new scholarship program were put in place, initial funding was provided largely by donors to the organization’s 2015 annual campaign. More than 200 donors have contributed $5,700 to the program thus far, which will award scholarships on an ongoing basis as long as funds are available. Donations for the scholarship fund are gratefully accepted year-round and will be awarded on an ongoing basis as well.

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