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COMMUNICATOR Vol. 26, No. 2

March/April 2018

Your Source for Services

SourcePoint offers Delaware County everything from respite care to wellness classes Jeff Robinson, Feature Writer French author Jules Renard once said, "It's not how old you are, it's how you are old."

Since there's nothing we can do to keep the clock from moving forward, the next best thing is to see to the second part of Renard's quote as we age and do what we can to ensure that "how we are old" is, well, good.

When it comes to growing old gracefully, SourcePoint is a step ahead, offering Delaware County residents a wealth of services to ensure that age is merely a number. From home-delivered meals and respite care to fitness activities and classes to stimulate your brain, SourcePoint goes to great lengths to ensure it lives up to its "Thrive after 55" motto.

Need proof?

These Delaware County residents take advantage of different SourcePoint services, but they have one thing in common—an improved quality of life.

A welcome respite

Until Delaware resident Robert Matthews looked into SourcePoint services to help his wife, Patricia, he didn't know he needed them. Robert, 76, has served as his wife's caregiver since she developed some knee and memory issues. Juggling his caregiver

duties with his daily errands and work at his church has kept Robert busy.

"Some friends told us about different programs that SourcePoint had," Robert said. "I didn't do anything about it at first. I needed a little prodding to go back and take advantage of some of the services.

But I'm glad I did."

After knee operations made it difficult for Pat to get around, Robert signed up to receive Meals on Wheels, which they continued for a few years. He said they also had their bathtub modified to make it easier for Pat to use, and they started working with Briget Prenger, one of SourcePoint's care consultants.

"Brigit is in touch with us all the time," Robert said. "It is good to have her because she helps make things very convenient for me."

Prenger helps ensure that respite care is provided for Robert, who is able to take care of errands and other duties while someone looks after Pat at their home. Pat also has a MedAlert emergency response necklace in

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case of emergencies. And while Prenger and SourcePoint have enabled Pat to remain living in her own home, they've provided Robert something that's equally valuable—peace of mind.

"SourcePoint has helped me a whole lot. It helps relieve my mind from worrying about Pat, and helps me to know that she is in good hands," Robert said. "I didn't know it would be this helpful, but it is."

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In This Issue

What's Inside Your Source for Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Featured Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Caregiver Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Health and Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Resource Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Puzzle Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 In Our Community Support Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Community Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 In-Home Care and Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Delaware County Senior Services Levy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Volunteer Visions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Personal Reflection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 From the Insurance Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Session Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Bookshelf featuring Delaware County District Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Puzzle Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Creative Experiences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 In the News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Today's Tech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Thank You to Presenting Sponsors for helping SourcePoint recognize its dedicated team of volunteers at the 2018 Volunteer Recognition Dinner.

My COM M UNICATOR SourcePoint is your primary resource 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.

2018 Board of Directors David Black, Westerville Bill Brown, Delaware Denise Cambier, Delaware Carlos Crawford, Delaware Karen Crosman, Powell Elizabeth Dalvi, Shawnee Hills Anne Farley, Powell Jack Fette, Lewis Center Roger Lossing, Lewis Center John McDavid, Centerburg Jane Nance, Westerville Frank Pinciotti, Lewis Center Trudy Poole, Lewis Center Gretchen Roberts, Powell Richard Roell, Galena Carolyn Slone, Delaware Roger Van Sickle, Delaware The Board of Directors typically meets the last Wednesday of the month at noon. Remaining 2018 meeting dates include March 28, April 25, May 30, July 25, Sept. 26, Oct. 31, Nov. 28, and Dec. 19. Members of the public wishing to attend should contact the executive director by calling 740�363�6677.

My Communicator is published bimonthly by SourcePoint and is made possible through the generosity of advertisers, donors, and volunteers.

Nearly 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 and at more than 60 other locations, such as libraries, senior living communities, health care facilities, and nonprofit organizations. To find a nearby pick�up site, contact SourcePoint at 740�363�6677 or visit MySourcePoint.org, where you can read My Communicator online.

To advertise in the paper, submit articles, or request information, please contact Alison Yeager, marketing manager, at 740�363�6677 or alison@MySourcePoint.org.

The appearance of advertising in this publication does not represent an endorsement by SourcePoint. We reserve the right to refuse advertising from any entity whose mission may conflict with our own.

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Featured Events

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March 6

March for Meals Community Day

April 2

Spring/Session 2 Programs Begin

March 8

Levy Forum: SourcePoint Members

April 3

Levy Forum: SourcePoint Members

March 9

Boxed Lunch Fundraiser Order Deadline

April 7

Levy Campaign Kick-Off Breakfast

March 12

New Volunteer Orientation

March 20-22 Boxed Lunch Fundraiser Delivery Dates

April 9

New Volunteer Orientation Voter Registration Deadline

March 27

Levy Forum: SourcePoint Members

April 11 Levy Forum: Public

March 31

Dance Club: Swing into Spring

April 14 Levy Forum: Public April 17 Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

BOXED LUNCH

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It’s more tha n just a meal.

Presented by

Your $10 purchase buys a personally delivered lunch from the Delaware County Community Market and contributes $5 to SourcePoint’s Meals on Wheels program.

Order your lunch by March 9: Go to MySourcePoint.org/lunch or call 740-363-6677.

It’s a great way to support Meals on Wheels!

The Committee to Save Senior Services invites you to a free

Pancake Breakfast Saturday, April 7, 8:30‒10:30 a.m.

Sustaining Sponsor

Help kick off our Save Senior Services Levy Campaign at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware.

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Caregiver Corner

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A Caregiver’s Journey

Jessica Adams, Caregiver Program Coordinator, SourcePoint Have you ever wondered what someone else’s caregiver journey looks like?

Sometimes it takes hearing someone else's story to get the full picture of what it takes to be a caregiver. I recently had the opportunity to interview caregiver Beckie Guterba.

Beckie shared her triumphs and challenges and provided some insight she's gained along the way. Beckie cares for her husband, Floyd, of 27 years, who now resides in a memory care facility.

Jessica: How long have you been a caregiver and how did you first become one for your husband?

Beckie: It has been about four years.

My husband was getting lost and it was a steady decline after that. We thought he had vascular dementia, but he was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.

Jessica: What are your responsibilities as a caregiver?

Beckie: Just being with him, making sure he's safe. At first, he could take care of himself for the most part, but he couldn't be left alone. I had to bring someone in to stay with him if I had to run errands. Even when he was in rehabilitation after back surgery, I had to pay for someone to stay with him because he was having a hard time.

Jessica: What have you learned from your experiences as a caregiver?

Beckie: I learned how to respond to him, figured out what worked and didn’t work. It was a growing process for me, I had to learn to ask for help. In my four years of caring for Floyd, on year two it took me breaking my ankle and having surgery to finally push me to ask for help. I had to recover from surgery at home because I couldn’t leave Floyd, it was a nightmare. I have good support through church, friends, and family that helped me during this time. My family also were the ones that encouraged me to move out of our one-acre lot home into a condo.

Jessica: Being a caregiver can be stressful.

How did you manage your stress?

Beckie: I didn’t manage my stress very well at first. I finally had to hire a professional caregiver to come for two hours, two times a week, so that I could go to my own appointments and shop for groceries. It wasn’t until everything was going downhill that I finally went to SourcePoint this past fall. I enrolled in the workshop Powerful Tools for Caregivers and joined a support group. Both have helped me to better manage my stress.

Jessica: Do you have any advice on how you stay connected with your loved one while caring for him?

Beckie: It was hard to see him as my husband. I had to be gentle and try to redirect him. I had to try to look at him where he is.

When I could do that, my whole demeanor changed. I learned how to respond to him.

My best advice is do not argue with your loved one.

Floyd had several obsessions, but one was that he would continually ask to go home. Finally, I figured out the home he was referring to was his childhood home, so when Floyd would ask to go home, I would tell little fibs that it was too dark or we'd go tomorrow. That's called therapeutic fibbing, which helps to avoid upsetting individuals with dementia.

Jessica: What resources did you access at SourcePoint and which did you find most valuable?

Beckie: Powerful Tools for Caregivers gave me good ideas and the opportunity to interact with other caregivers to see how others handle things. I also enjoyed the

instructor's role-playing, which was helpful.

Jessica: What advice do you have for other caregivers?

Beckie: To get involved in a support group in the beginning stages. Also, do not wait too long to place them in a facility, if that's what they truly need. I waited too long. I could not function during the day. I was taking naps and was always exhausted. Once he was placed, I started to feel better. Lastly, you need to be able to let it out, you have to cry, and be honest.

Thank you, Beckie, for sharing your caregiving journey.

The journey is not easy, but you don't have to do it alone. Find a support group or get plugged into your community. It's crucial for caregivers to access resources, have an outlet, and meet other caregivers in their community.

If you're interested in SourcePoint’s Family Caregiver Program, call me at 740-203-2399 for more information.

Upcoming Caregiver Support Groups • Tuesday, March 13, 9 to 10 a.m. and 6 to 7 p.m., at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware.

• Wednesday, March 21, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., at St. John Neuman Catholic Church, 9633 E. State Route 37, Sunbury.

• Thursday, March 22, 11 a.m. to noon, at Ganzhorn Suites, 10272 Sawmill Parkway, Powell.

• Tuesday, April 10, 9 to 10 a.m. and 6 to 7 p.m., at SourcePoint.

• Thursday, April 2, 11 a.m. to noon, at Ganzhorn Suites.

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Health and Wellness

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D.R.I.V.E. Your Way to a Better Evaluation

Christine Rinella, Driver Rehabilitation Program Coordinator, OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital Fifteen years ago, if you were over the age of 55, lived in Delaware County, and wanted to get a driving evaluation, it wasn’t easy.

You would have to cross county lines, head to Columbus, do your evaluation, and head back north. It could take up your entire day and certainly wasn’t fun.

Fast forward to the here and now. The Driver Rehabilitation Program through OhioHealth’s Grady Memorial Hospital allows access closer to home, and is still going strong for many reasons.

Here's how the program works. There are life moments that can raise questions for families when it comes to driving. Should driving still be part of my or my loved one’s life?

That can be a difficult question to answer. Whether it’s just age or a medical issue, such as surgery, trauma, medication, or progressive disease, the Driver Rehabilitation for Instruction and Vehicle Education (D.R.I.V.E.) program can help answer some of those questions about keeping or hanging up the keys.

Clients first must get a doctor referral to start the process. From there, we start with a clinic evaluation, and can then move into adaptation for vehicles, permits, and licenses, as well as training with occupational therapists.

We focus on how making any changes for the driver could impact them and their ability to drive. That includes anything from adaptive equipment to hand controls to assisted devices. We want to make sure the client feels comfortable and is capable of getting to the car, in the car, getting where they need to go, and get out again.

There are many factors and skills that can be examined through Driver Rehabilitation: Vision • Change focus from dashboard to the road ahead.

• Track people as they cross the road.

• See all surrounding vehicles.

• Recognize color and shapes of signs.

• Read signs from a distance.

Perception • Judging distance between your car and the car in front of you.

• Judging the right brake pressure to stop at correct time and place.

Cognition • Understanding and following traffic signs in a timely manner.

• Being able to maintain road position while reading signs, signals, and watching traffic.

• Making quick decisions in an emergency situation.

Physical Abilities • Neck movement to see blind spots.

• Hand strength to grip steering wheel.

• Sensation of foot to feel brake and gas pedals.

• Postural strength to sit for long periods.

Outcomes for clients can go both ways. I hear my fair share of, "I had this medical issue and think it’s resolved, but before I hop behind the wheel I want a specialist to look at it."

If they demonstrate appropriate and effective abilities following the evaluation process, we recommend they resume independent driving. If they don’t pass, demonstrate ineffective strategies, or show at-risk behaviors, then it's a good opportunity to have that conversation about stepping out of the driver’s seat.

What I really love about this program is I get to see who it has impacted. That drives my passion for this program the most. To see the end result of providing someone freedom, mobility, and real independence is amazing. We also can be there to determine if another route is appropriate, and how we can make that transition easier.

This program is made possible each year thanks to grant funding from SourcePoint. This partnership is truly life changing and a true difference maker for older adults. I believe it's right in line with their mission to help our community thrive after 55, and we are so thankful for what they do for us and for this community.

To get more information on the Driver Rehabilitation Program, call 740-615-2660 or go to ohiohealth.com/services/rehabilitation-andtherapy/our-programs.

Save the date

SourcePoint's Farmers Market Vouchers are coming soon!

Distribution Days Thursday, May 24 and Friday, May 25 SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware Look for details in the next My Communicator about the new markets accepting vouchers this season.

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Exercise and Aging Well

Steve Gorman, Enrichment Center Administrator, SourcePoint “Aging well” is becoming a prominent topic of discussion for older adults.

While aging well differs for each individual, it typically entails three basic concepts: • The ability to perform the activities of daily living (ADL).

• Delaying onset of or self-managing chronic conditions.

• Engaging in meaningful activities and relationships.

How does exercise affect the concept of aging well?

The first thing to consider is the difference between exercise and physical activity—and the truth is there is no real difference. Over the years, exercise physiologists have moved from the term “exercise” to the general, but more inclusive, "physical activity."

For most people, physical activity is more representative of their lifestyle, while exercise tends to conjure up an image of going to a fitness center. How physically active you are has a direct correlation to how well you can perform the activities of daily living, such as negotiating stairs, completing chores, or grocery shopping. And while it may seem obvious, it's important to understand that saying, "I’m going to be active," is much easier than actually being active.

So what is considered being physically active?

It's any activity that requires the use of large muscle groups over a period of time.

Bowling, dancing, golf, pickle ball, and vigorous walking are all examples of activities that improve your physical condition, which in turn helps you put boxes on a shelf, carry groceries into the house, or even get out of the shower. (Those ADLs again.)

It's important to recognize that we all start from somewhere on this path to improving our physical condition. It’s not where you begin, but where you're going that should be the focus. Being physically active is a

behavior change and it can be helpful to understand the psychology behind such a modification to your previous routine.

The effect of self-efficacy has a great impact on physical activity. Self-efficacy is your belief in your ability to succeed in a specific situation, such as becoming more physically active. It's further defined as an individual's capability to take actions needed to perform an activity and is influenced by past performance.

For example, if you wanted to engage in more physical activity, you would take steps that would lead you towards actually accomplishing that task: • Identify what you want to do, such as walk five miles a week.

• What is your history with this activity? If you failed before will that influence any chance of success this time around?

• Where are you going to walk, indoors or outdoors?

• Do you have the right equipment? Shoes, apparel, and a water bottle?

• What time of day will make you the most comfortable?

Any break or negative response to the questions may lead to an abrupt halt in progress. People who have poor self-efficacy will latch onto the failure of one component, treating it as an inability to change their behavior and, therefore, not engage in the activity.

The next component to consider is, “What's the most important factor for successful behavior change?”

Research from organizations, such as the National Institutes of Health, states that for

those ready to engage in more physical activity, the most important factor is support from friends and family. For those looking to make or re-attempt a behavior change, unconditional support from those we love is essential to success.

Finally, let's look at the expected outcome versus goals.

Traditionally, we focus on a series of goals we want to take place as a result our activity.

For example, becoming more fit could include goals of losing 20 pounds, running a 5K, or following doctor's orders.

However, I propose a more persuasive method of focusing on the desired outcome, which is often behavior based, such as dancing at your daughter’s wedding, playing with your grandchildren, or leading a productive life.

When we focus on the desired outcome, we can use specific goals as a means to measure the effectiveness of our plan, using them like stepping stones.

If you want to engage in physical activity—whatever your desired outcome— SourcePoint has a variety of health and wellness programs for you to consider. Go to MySourcePoint.org/ec to learn more.

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Resource Development

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Order Lunches by March 9 to Support Meals on Wheels Kim Schuette, Director of Communications & Development, SourcePoint Our Meals on Wheels Fundraiser takes place March 20, 21, and 22. By popular demand, we added an extra day to buy delicious, volunteer-delivered boxed lunches from the Delaware County Community Market.

Only a few days remain to place your order by March 9 for a turkey and cheddar croissant sandwich or a veggie wrap, complimented by a petite cucumber-tomato salad, fresh apple or orange, and chocolate chip cookie. Order online at MySourcePoint.org/lunch or call 740-363-6677. There's a minimum of three lunches per order, so be sure to order together. SourcePoint members and volunteers can order at our customer service desk and pick up lunches on their selected days to eat in or carry out.

Your support will help us in our work to provide and serve 228,000 meals to Delaware County seniors this year. OhioHealth and Trucco Construction are presenting sponsors and are joined by Inno-Pak as sustaining sponsor. We are thankful for their support.

Sponsor a SourcePoint Event to Reach Older Adults SourcePoint is one of the best places in Delaware County to connect with people 55 and older. If you run a business that needs to reach this market demographic, it’s time to consider sponsoring an event at SourcePoint.

As a sponsor, you'll have opportunities to reach our army of volunteers, enrichment center members, clients, and supporters through events and media campaigns.

Promotions include: distribution in nearly 40,000 printed issues and 8,500 online users of My Communicator, SourcePoint’s premier publication; two e-newsletters reaching nearly 10,000 recipients; three popular social media platforms that reach thousands of followers; SourcePoint's website with more than 4,400 home-page views a month; plus onsite marketing prior to and on the day of the event.

Available events include: Volunteer Recognition Dinner (April 17); Donor Appreciation Dinner (June 6); Financial Planning Forums (June 11 and Aug. 14); Grandparents Day (Sept. 8); Fall FUNdraiser– Vegas Night (Sept. 28); Volunteer Picnic (Oct. 7); Health & Wellness Expo (Oct. 10); Faith Breakfast (Oct. 23); Honor Our Veterans (Nov. 9); Leaf Raking Day (Nov. 10); Caregiver Recognition Luncheon (Nov. 17); Tree of Lights (Dec. 11); and our Impact Lunch (Dec. 18). Full details may be found at MySourcePoint.org/sponsorships. For more information, please contact me at 740-263-2437 or give@MySourcePoint.org.

Annual Campaign Brings in New Donors, Surpasses Goal At the end of each year we conduct our annual campaign, "Give the Gift of Healthy Aging," which is an opportunity for you and others in

our community to support the life-enhancing work of SourcePoint, with a personal financial contribution by responding to our direct appeal or participating in our Tree of Lights fundraiser. Your gifts in 2017 were generous and totaled nearly $28,000.

Our board of directors again led the way with 100 percent making a gift to SourcePoint’s mission. Additionally, SourcePoint’s employees gave generously and surpassed the goal of $10,000, primarily through payroll deductions.

We realize these gifts are a choice, and in many cases, a sacrifice. We also know they are above and beyond the financial support many of you provide to SourcePoint through the senior services levy. We cherish each of these gifts and thank you very much for your continued support—both through donations and your support of the levy.

If you wish to contribute throughout the year to SourcePoint programs or the Enrichment Center Scholarship Fund, please visit MySourcePoint.org/give.

To make SourcePoint’s annual employee campaign a cut above previous years, Executive Director Bob Horrocks (pictured at left) promised to shave his beard if employees gave $8,000 to the campaign, and if they raised $10,000, he would shave his head, too. On Groundhog Day, Horrocks made good on both his promises. SourcePoint is committed to raising an additional $10.7 million in new, non-levy sources over the next five-year period through donations, sponsorships, grants, service fees, and sales to provide quality programming to the county’s rapidly growing population of older adults.

Givers (and Bobcats) in Our Midst During our Tree of Lights fundraising event in December, we discovered many delightful and surprising connections between members, volunteers, and staff.

One day, Julie Z, SourcePoint’s development officer, started a conversation with member Bill Hanning because he was wearing an Ohio University school jacket—her alma mater, too. Once they started talking about Ohio University they decided a photograph was needed of the two of them wearing their green OHIO jackets.

Both Bill and his wife Ann gave to Tree of Lights. In addition to honoring a special person in their lives, they now have a fond memory of finding another Bobcat in our SourcePoint community.

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Sudoku #1 Level of difficulty: Easy 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 Level of difficulty: Medium

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In Our Community

Support Groups ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION Meeting: Second Tuesday, 10–11:30 a.m. at Inn at Bear Trail, 8199 Monroe Drive, Lewis Center; Second Thursday, 10–11 a.m. at Willow Brook Delaware Run, 100 Delaware Crossing, Delaware; Third Tuesday, 1–2:30 p.m. at Asbury United Methodist Church, 55 W. Lincoln Ave., Delaware Contact: 740-363-1365 CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS Meeting: Second Tuesday, 9–10 a.m. or 6–7 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware; Third Wednesday, 5:30– 6:30 p.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 9633 E. State Route 37, Sunbury*; Fourth Thursday, 11 a.m.–noon at Ganzhorn Suites, 10272 Sawmill Parkway, Powell Contact: 740-203-2399 *Sunbury support group changing time and location beginning in April. Go to MySourcePoint.org/caregiver for details.

CARE/SHARE/CONNECT Meeting: First and third Mondays, 1–2 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware Contact: 740-363-6677 DELAWARE MIGHTY SOULS (MS) Meeting: First Thursday, 6–8 p.m. at Willow Brook Delaware Run, 100 Delaware Crossing, Delaware Contact: Thom at 740-815-5809 or Ron at 740-815-3837 MEMORY LOSS EMPOWERMENT GATHERING Meeting: Third Tuesday, 6:30–8 p.m. at Ganzhorn Suites, 10272 Sawmill Parkway, Powell Contact: Anne Farley at 614-356-9810 NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS (NAMI) CONNECTION RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP Meeting: Second Thursday, 11:30 a.m. at Maryhaven, 88 N. Sandusky St., Delaware;

My COM M UNICATOR Fourth Thursday, 6 p.m. at NAMI, 560 Sunbury Road, Delaware Contact: Becky Becker at 740-815-1767

Meeting: Second Friday in March, June, September; First Thursday in December Contact: Pat Bateman at 614-776-1339

NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Meeting: Third Tuesday, 6:30–8 p.m. at NAMI, 560 Sunbury Road, Delaware Contact: Becky Becker at 740-815-1767

GENOA TOWNSHIP SENIOR CITIZENS Genoa Community Building 5111 S. Old 3C Highway, Westerville Meeting: Second Thursday, noon Contact: Bill Brown at 614-882-1034

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Meeting: Third Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at Delaware Township Hall, 2590 Liberty Road, Delaware Contact: Kathy Kotowski at 614-846-8009 THURSDAY NIGHT T.O.P.S. (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) Meeting: Mondays, 5:45–6:45 p.m. at Old Stone Presbyterian Church, 41 Hodges Road, Delaware, and Thursdays, 6–7 p.m. at Zion United Church of Christ, 51 W. Central Ave., Delaware Contact: Georgeanna Mills at 740-881-4497

Community Clubs ASHLEY SENIOR CITIZENS Ashley Villa, 240 S. Main St., Ashley Meeting: Third Monday, noon 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: First Thursday, 11:30 a.m.

Contact: Virginia Helwig at 740-965-9636 DUBLIN COMMUNITY SENIOR CITIZENS Dublin Rec Center, 5600 Post Road, Dublin Meeting: Second Monday, 11:15 a.m.

Contact: Wanda Kamler at 614-410-4550 DELAWARE COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION Willow Brook Christian Village, 100 Willow Brook Way, Delaware

HYATTS AREA SENIOR GROUP SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware Meeting: Second Tuesday Contact: Barb Spellman at 740-369-3500 LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS lwvdelawarecountyohio.com Contact: Trish Bishop at 614-394-8339 or lwvdelawarecountyohio@gmail.com OLENTANGY AREA SENIORS Orange Township Hall, 1680 E. Orange Road, Lewis Center Meeting: First Wednesday, 11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Contact: Patricia Fitch at 614-854-0855 OSTRANDER SENIOR CITIZENS Ostrander Community Center 3737 Ostrander Road, Ostrander Meeting: Fourth Thursday, 1 p.m.; euchre and dominoes every other Thursday; birthday celebrations second Tuesday Contact: Harla Lawson at 614-570-8978 or hlawsite@gmail.com PROSPECT SENIOR CITIZENS Prospect Senior Citizens Building 318 N. Elm St., Prospect Meeting: Thursdays, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Contact: Rick Willey at 740-494-2989 WESTERVILLE AAUW Westerville Area Resource Ministry 150 Heatherdown Drive, Westerville Meeting: Second Thursday, 7 p.m.

Contact: Miriam Holmes at 614-891-1140 or mholmes3@columbus.rr.com

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IN-HOME CARE & NUTRITION Nutrition Program More Than Just Meals on Wheels Karen Pillion, Nutrition Manager, SourcePoint When most individuals think of SourcePoint's nutrition department, they think Meals on Wheels. It's by far the largest spoke of our service wheel, but there are several other spokes, including dining centers, free groceries, farmers market vouchers, and even pet food.

SourcePoint’s Meals on Wheels program delivered more than 191,000 meals to in-home clients in 2017. This exceeded the previous year’s total by more than 16,000, indicating a growing need in Delaware County. However, Meals on Wheels is so much more than just a home-delivered meal. The delivery drivers often are the only connection some seniors have to the outside world. The volunteer drivers and our in-home care clients develop special relationships that can have a tremendous, positive impact on each other's lives.

Recently, one of our volunteers delivered meals to a long-time client. The volunteer was aware the client was diabetic due to information the client had shared during one of the driver’s weekly visits. When the volunteer arrived, he noticed that the client appeared to be in distress. The volunteer called 911 and stayed with the client until emergency personnel arrived. Later that day, the daughter called SourcePoint to thank us for our care and concern for her mother.

Another client fell and was lying on the floor when the driver arrived. Unfortunately, the client could not get themselves back on their feet. The driver immediately called 911, covered the client with a blanket, and waited for emergency personnel to arrive.

Luckily, the fall had occurred just a few minutes prior to the driver’s arrival or the outcome could have been much worse. These types of stories happen frequently, and we're grateful to provide this kind of safety check on our community's seniors.

Another spoke in the nutrition program’s wheel is our dining centers in Ashley, Sunbury, and Delaware, which served more than 27,000 meals in 2017. They offer a place for local seniors to socialize with others and reduce the risk of isolation that is so prevalent in older adults. Family-style meals frequently are served at the larger sites to boost the friendly atmosphere.

Diners are encouraged to stay after lunch to participate in

programming provided by SourcePoint’s enrichment center staff and volunteers. They lead fun and engaging activities, such as mind aerobics, coloring, and sing-a-longs. Currently, this programming is offered at three of the four offsite centers.

The commodities program, better known as “free groceries,” is a program made possible through the U.S. Department of Agriculture and a partnership with Mid-Ohio Foodbank.

SourcePoint receives a monthly shipment of 320 30-pound boxes of shelf-stable food, a 2-pound box of cheese, and seasonal produce. A small army of volunteers assist Delaware County residents 60 years of age or older with limited income by distributing the food at our drive-thru or by delivery.

SourcePoint's grocery boxes are meant to supplement the food the client is able to afford.

SourcePoint’s farmers market vouchers help local adults 55 years of age and older purchase fresh fruit, vegetables, and other healthy items from local farmers. In 2017 more than 65 vendors participated in the program at three local markets. Nearly 1,100 clients each received $60 worth of vouchers that could be used throughout the market season. In 2018, the program is expanding markets to help reach more communities throughout the county.

Lastly, through generous donations from local organizations, businesses, and individuals, the nutrition department is able to provide dog and cat food to our Meals on Wheels clients. The purpose of the program is to provide appropriate food for the clients’ animals and to prevent the client from serving their own nutritious meals to their four-legged companions. We have formed a partnership with the Alpha Group to package bulk food into small packages for drivers to deliver. In 2017, more than 6,000 pounds of food and treats were distributed.

SourcePoint’s nutrition program is more than just Meals on Wheels. It's a team of dedicated staff and more than 250 generous volunteers committed to the organization’s mission to help our community set a course to live well after 55.

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Healthy Aging at Home For the past 25 years, SourcePoint’s primary goals have been to promote healthy aging and to help seniors remain living safely and independently in their own homes.

Our average in-home care client is a 79-yearold widowed woman who lives alone.

SourcePoint spends the majority of levy funding on in-home services.

SourcePoint also offers numerous community programs to address the various needs of residents age 55 and older, with a focus on healthy-aging and prevention-related services, including health and wellness programs, nutrition programs, insurance education, caregiver support, volunteer opportunities, and more.

DELAWARE COUNTY POPULATION GROWTH Ages 55 and Older

Delaware County’s 55 and older population is rapidly growing. According to the 2010 census, this group more than doubled to 36,000 in just 10 years. By 2030, it will more than double again to 82,000 individuals.

The good news is that, with levy support, SourcePoint already has created both the services and the system to monitor and coordinate needed care for seniors. Now, the system simply needs to keep pace with the rapid growth of the older population.

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The Delaware County Senior Services Levy is on the ballot May 8.

The current levy expires this year. In order for local in-home and community services to continue through 2023, voters must approve the levy in 2018.

If approved, the senior services levy allows SourcePoint to: • Provide in-home care services that help local seniors remain living safely at home, where they want to be.

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• Keep pace with the rapid growth of our older population and ensure that there is no waiting list for in-home services.

• Provide community programs that promote healthy-aging and prevention-related services to older adults.

The senior services levy requests a renewal of 1.2 mills, which is the same amount voters approved in 2013, and an addition of 0.1 mill.

The additional cost to the taxpayer is $3.50 each year per $100,000 of property valuation—less than a penny a day.

Learn more about how you can help keep the care going.

For more facts about the levy, go to

SaveSeniorServices.org.

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OFFICIAL QUESTIONS AND ISSUES BALLOT PRIMARY ELECTION–MAY 8, 2018 Proposed Tax Levy (Renewal and Increase) Delaware County Senior Citizens Services And Facilities A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage.

The senior services levy, on the May 8 ballot, helps older adults remain living safely at home, where they want to be.

In-home services provided

by SourcePoint through the local levy include: • Care management • Meals on Wheels • Emergency response systems

A renewal of 1.2 mills and an increase of 0.1 mill to constitute a tax for the benefit of Delaware County, Ohio for the purpose of providing services for senior citizens through SourcePoint (formerly known as the Council for Older Adults), including but not limited to, home delivered meals, transportation, inhome care, caregiver support and adult day care, at a rate not exceeding 1.3 mills for each one dollar of valuation, which amounts to $0.13 for each one hundred dollars of valuation, for 5 years, commencing in 2018, first due in calendar year 2019.

For the Tax Levy

Against the Tax Levy

• Personal care • Chore services • Homemaker services • Adult day services • Medical transportation • Counseling • Home repair and modification • Durable medical equipment

Visit SaveSeniorServices.org to learn more.

The Committee to Save Senior Services, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware, OH 43015

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VOLUNTEER VISIONS once a month. They started to get to know each other and, after a year, Kay asked Roy out to dinner alone. Then Roy asked Kay to a SourcePoint dance and from there, the relationship picked up speed.

Jill Smith, Recruiter for Volunteer Services, “We’re old school,” Kay said. “We wanted to get married.” One Friday night, they decided to get married the next day. “My daughter SourcePoint said, ‘Mom, you're like a couple of teenagers.’ And I said, ‘Yes, isn’t it Someone once said, there are three conditions for happiness: wonderful?’”

"Something to do, someone to love, something to look forward Kay and Roy Campbell celebrated their sixth anniversary on Jan. to." For seniors, one or more of these conditions is often missing.

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SourcePoint is here to fill those gaps.

“Just being together, on the couch holding hands and watching TV,” said Kay. “It’s as good as being on a beach.”

Something to do: Disclaimer: SourcePoint makes no guarantee of its matchmaking Ed Coleman’s work ethic started abilities, but, hey, who knows... at age five, when he took an afterschool job delivering newspapers.

Something to look forward to: After a long career, Ed found it When Lois Schaaf earned her easy to fill time by tinkering in his master’s degree in speech science, workshop or mowing his acre of she never expected to be on the land. When he and his wife, Pat, receiving end of her skill set. Lois downsized from their home of 47 came to SourcePoint for speech years to a condo, Ed struggled with therapy to help deal with a side the unfamiliar feeling of boredom. effect of Parkinson’s. Before her Pat found enjoyment in SourcePoint’s illness, Lois worked as a grant arts program, but hobbies came harder for Ed. He and Pat already writer for an astronomy group and were delivering Meals on Wheels twice a week, so Ed picked up two followed her scientist husband through more weekly routes. Upon returning from a meal route, Ed stays for multiple moves around the country. There lunch at Cafe 55, SourcePoint’s onsite dining center. Time spent in was always the anticipation of something new. the camaraderie of other volunteers fills in what would have been After settling in Delaware County, Lois enjoyed the companionship empty time at home. of her church group. When the group disbanded, and with her “We get more than we give,” said Ed. “We get our lunch, we know disease progressing, she had limited activities to look forward everybody. It takes up a little bit of the time.” to. Lois thought SourcePoint could help and asked if there was someone who would teach her card games. The task would require Someone to love: a volunteer with patience, as Parkinson’s had robbed Lois of some After experiencing multiple losses, basic cognitive functions, such as multitasking. Despite already Kay moved to Delaware County to serving in several areas, Linda Eaton was glad to take on another be near family. She had been a volunteer assignment. “I enjoy helping people," she said. "It’s always career nurse, as well as caregiver fun to meet new people and hear their life experiences.” to her disabled son. Life changes About her prognosis, Lois said, “I’m not optimistic, I’m not left Kay with a lonely heart. pessimistic, I’m realistic.” Lois looks forward to coming to SourcePoint With the encouragement of her an hour before speech therapy, to spend time learning something neighbor, Noreen, Kay joined new with a new friend.

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Roy had been widowed the year The “secret” is community. Belonging to a community goes a before. A longtime member of SourcePoint, long way towards making a person whole and happy. SourcePoint’s he enjoyed coming to activities, such as Mind Aerobics. Roy’s cousin, members, volunteers, and clients are uplifted by activity, find joy Noreen, invited him to join her for lunch after class—and introduced in service, or have their burdens eased by services received. By him to Kay. Roy and Kay were each beginning to branch out after providing services that allow seniors to thrive after 55, SourcePoint their losses and both joined Center Diners, a social group that meets makes Delaware County better for everyone.

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After 47 years of marriage, two children, and five grandchildren, they continue to enjoy each other's company and see themselves logging many more miles on the SourcePoint treadmills.

"We're best friends," Jane said. "And when you marry your best friend, you stay married."

fitting that a husband and wife who spend six days a week using SourcePoint's fitness facility would be The Lifts That Uplift named Jumper.

Laura Hill answers the door to her apartment Paul and Jane wearing a Cleveland Cavaliers t-shirt. Her favorite Jumper have been basketball team has been in a bit of a slump going to SourcePoint lately, and the feisty Delaware resident isn't shy for close to four years, about wanting LeBron James to know he better mostly to use the get his act together. fitness center.

Her spirited personality hides the fact that "We used to walk up she's had some serious health issues in recent and down the road years, and has taken advantage of a variety of we live on, but the weather was inconsistent," Paul said. "It's easier to SourcePoint's in-home services. She received Meals on Wheels for come here knowing what I'm getting into." a time, has gotten nutrition supplements, and has an Emergency "And there are a lot of friendly people we socialize with," Jane added.

Response System with a GPS locator so she can use it anywhere. But The active couple are partial to the treadmills, but said they also her SourcePoint care consultant, Cassie Gregory, said Hill has been spend time on the step bikes and are eager to try some of the other helped most by the volunteer transportation services that have equipment. Both said they've noticed improvements to their health gotten her to doctor's appointments and cardiac rehab sessions. since they've been exercising regularly, and they also benefit from "She was going to Marion for cardiac rehab three times a week for the social interaction. three months," Gregory said. "We were able to staff that with volunteers.

"When we retired we didn't see our co-workers, and you get kind of Since completing cardiac rehab she has been much stronger. She has lonely when you don't see the same people anymore," said Jane, who canceled her meal delivery and only uses the transportation services retired from OhioHealth Grady for doctor's appointments."

Memorial Hospital after a career Hill has high praise for in medical transcription. everyone she's encountered Paul, a U.S. Army and Air through SourcePoint, and is Force veteran who retired especially complimentary of after more than 38 years with Gregory.

Advance Auto Parts, said they've "Cassie is an angel in disguise. taken some organized trips Really, everyone there has been through SourcePoint and also so nice," Hill said. take advantage of coffee with Hill had a pacemaker put in friends in the gathering space. in 2016, and she said Gregory • Your foot and/or ankle • It saves you time and money Jane has taken SourcePoint's encouraged her to keep fighting. problem is treated by a compared to most emergency New to Medicare class, and "I can't say enough about foot and ankle specialist room or urgent care visits Paul said they've attended her," Hill said. "She's just always • State-of-the-art digital X-rays, • A modern facility with some educational lectures at encouraged me and kept me taken and read in the office amenities and all necessary SourcePoint, too. going. She's so smart." supplies Your Foot & Ankle "We exercise and socialize," Taking advantage of Pain & Injury Specialists said Paul, who earned an award SourcePoint's in-home services from SourcePoint for hours allows Hill to continue to live logged during a month-long independently in her apartment, 1871 West William Street, Delaware, OH 43015 cardio contest.

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"Her story is so important because it shows how our services can be modified.

Laura initially was very independent, then had some greater needs, which are now lessening again thanks to her recovery. SourcePoint always tailors our in-home services to meet each individual's changing needs," Gregory said. "Laura has been extremely thankful throughout the whole process, has a wonderful perspective on life, and quite the sense of humor!"

Hill, who was born and raised in Delaware and spent years working as a second-shift supervisor at the old Sunny Vee Nursing Home, truly is appreciative, saying SourcePoint's staff and volunteers "take you in like you're family."

"I'm feeling much better and can't say enough about all they've done," Hill said.

Hill has taken classes with friends at SourcePoint in the past and has also used the fitness center.

"All the things they have at SourcePoint, I was shocked," she said.

She said she may get back to SourcePoint for some of its exercise classes at some point, but has a request for when she does return.

"They need to bring back the Wii Bowling. That is fun," she said.

In the meantime, she has plenty of armchair basketball coaching to do.

Getting an Early Start

Amy Johnson is just getting her "thrive after 55" lifestyle off the ground. The new SourcePoint member—whose younger husband, she amusingly points out, is still too young to join SourcePoint—has lived in Delaware County since 1990 and was introduced to SourcePoint through a neighbor.

"My neighbor, Jack McGraw, is a regular at SourcePoint," Johnson said. "He and his wife, Diane, invited us to attend the Rock the Boat fundraising event in 2016. And although my husband reluctantly wanted to attend, he was one of the last to leave! We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves."

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Johnson has signed up for the boot camp class and plans to take some of the aquatic exercise classes. With so many activities from which to choose, the only thing she wishes she had more of is time.

"Since I'm working full-time, I don't use everything as much as I'd like," Johnson said. "I would love to go on the day trips because a lot of the places sound interesting or are places that I have wanted to visit. I'd also like to attend some of the art classes and challenge Jack to a game of billiards, though I know he can beat me with his eyes closed."

As someone who likes to be active and find the fun in just about everything, Johnson said she would tell others in that "young Boomer" age range to join SourcePoint for the social benefits and to "get out of your comfort zone."

"You can join for yourself, and meet people with the same interests and challenges, and you can join to help others older than yourself," Johnson said. "Now that I think about it, the ones that I think are older than me at SourcePoint are inspiring me!"

Having joined SourcePoint at a young age, Johnson said she wishes her parents would have joined and taken advantage of everything that is offered.

"I know they would have enjoyed it, and it maybe would have even extended their lives a couple more years," she said. "Personally, I don't want to become a homebody who waits for people to come visit when they get a chance. People are busy, so go and be busy yourself!"

Johnson said she looks forward to taking advantage of other SourcePoint services as she ages, adding that she sees SourcePoint as "an avenue to age more gracefully.

"Studies prove that interaction with people, stimulating the brain with games, and exercising will improve your overall quality of life. I am all for that," she said. "My parents lived to 90 and 95.

Chances are I am going to be around for quite a while, so why not enjoy it?"

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Cultural Aspects of Living Kaarisa Carlsen, Member, SourcePoint

My history with culture has been one of varied learning experiences.

My grandparents on both sides of the family were farmers of German descent. So as a child, I enjoyed such things as gathering eggs from the hen house, feeding baby chicks in the utility room, seeing cows being milked, climbing in the haymows, and riding on the wagon behind the tractor back to the barn.

That all changed when my dad felt the call to the ministry and I no longer lived down the road from grandparents. Everything then revolved around the church. Living in small-town America and being the “preacher’s kid” had its rewards and challenges. From that position, I was always included in everything, with lots of activities that involved friends and fun. But while my parental upbringing had been positive, my mother felt the pressure of evaluating things through the filter of, “What would others think of us and how would they judge us?” This mindset has remained a challenge to this day.

Marriage brought on a whole other opening into the realm of cultural differences. The man I married was an Eastern Orthodox Christian Egyptian. Spending time with other Egyptians he knew was practically an every-weekend occurrence. And being the odd man out, so to speak, I soon molded to their ways of social protocol and especially food choices, as much of that culture revolved around meals with deliciously spiced cuisine laboriously prepared.

It also meant trips to Egypt. As you may know, it is a unique culture filled with rich history. With donkey carts mixed in with car traffic, and tent city merchants embedded between the skyscrapers, the culture was changing for sure, but the remnants remained of days gone by.

Small villages kept the native flavor with an environment of daily living reminiscent of their ancestors. There were my Egyptian in-laws to learn from, as well. More highly spirited and emotional than my stoic German background, their ways of relating took some getting used to. But with these experiences came the realization that if I had been born into that culture, I would most likely have felt and acted as they did.

Mixed in, both before and after marriage, was my career choice of being a psychiatric nurse. When I went to work, I was locked in with everyone else on the psychiatric floor. The units were filled with people in need, especially emotionally. We never knew when the next meltdown or behavioral crisis would surface. Yet, it was there I felt most fulfilled. It seemed to be my niche. I sensed—sometimes without words—what they were feeling and needing.

While working on the psych floor, I met a nurse who invited me

to a Bible study. Though born and raised as a Methodist, I soon fell into a much more fundamental type of Christianity. It was here that our family of four, now having two daughters, found community and purpose. Sunday morning, Sunday evening, and Wednesday evening services, church dinners, and carpooling to Christian school gave us a sense of belonging and community. But with that came a strict dogmatic theology of what was to be believed, taught, and promoted. There also was a drive to get others to believe as we did. This I excelled at by hosting a home Bible study taught by a man from our church. And whenever I had time, I fervently passed out tracts, so that others might be saved the way we had been.

But many years of this and my being the “spiritual seeker” type, the sermons with a focus on intellectual doctrine and a continuous do's-anddon'ts mentality left me feeling empty inside. There had to be more.

Enter 16th-century books written by Christian mystics that dipped me into another era, with people who, though centuries apart in time from me, had the same yearnings I was experiencing. I wholeheartedly learned from them that, yes, there was more. More than the dry dogmatism that seemed pervasive in my religion and that had left me seeking for more. I found there was a well of depth inside me—one to be explored and experienced. At its core level, it seemed like “coming home.” And I learned the true and deeper understanding of the verse, “The Kingdom of Heaven is within.”

Though I could add to my history of cultural experiences, my jolt into widowhood and being thrust back into the single world, I’ll just leave it at this: With my life's epic experience of the “world within” and the experiencing of my spirit that dwells there, anything following that would only be of "lesser things."

Seven decades of living has brought me to an acceptance, appreciation, and gratitude of all lifestyles, mental conditions, beliefs, and people groupings that have been my experience. But most of all, in looking back, I am especially thankful that my path brought me to a knowledge and experience of who I really am, a sense of why I’m here, and a glimpse into the eternal.

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The Benefits of Insurance Education Paula Dean and Charlotte Pritt, Insurance Specialists, SourcePoint

Medicare open enrollment year—on his premium alone just by changing This federal program through the Social has ended, we're well into the new year, and the Part D plan that he had since 2007. That Security Administration allows loweryour 2018 Medicare plan has begun. Our means he now enjoys $88 more each month income individuals to change their plan hope is always that Medicare beneficiaries in his Social Security check. monthly, if needed, instead of waiting until realize the importance of reviewing their One of our goals is to educate the the annual enrollment period each fall. This plans each year during open enrollment to community about Medicare through our New program pays all or part of your monthly ensure they're on the most cost-effective to Medicare Classes and Plan Comparison plan premium, all or most of your deductible plan. and Medicare Supplement Workshops and copays, and there is NO DONUT HOLE. Sadly, the fact remains that many people held at SourcePoint and throughout the (Most Medicare drug plans have a coverage don't give it a second thought and stay on community. We also meet with individuals gap known as the "donut hole," a temporary the same plan year after year, paying out to review their Medicare options, run plan limit on what the plan will cover for drugs.) hundreds or even thousands of dollars comparisons, review Medicare supplements, You can enroll in the program at ssa.gov by more than they should for medications, plan and enroll. For a complete list of free classes clicking on "Extra Help" in the main menu, premiums, copays, deductibles, coinsurance, and workshops, visit MySourcePoint.org/ or by calling SourcePoint to schedule an and out-of-pocket expenses. insurance or call us at 740-363-6677. appointment with one of us.

Each year we encounter individuals who If you missed your chance to review your Other ways to save on the high costs of have been on the same plan since 2006, when Medicare plan during open enrollment, medications is by using free prescription Medicare prescription drug plans were first you may still be able to save money if you drug discount programs, such as GoodRx. introduced. It’s important to know that these qualify for the Extra Help (Part D) program. com. The good news is that you don’t have to plans change and so can your wait to go into the donut hole to health. Please review your plan use this program. The coupons each year with a SourcePoint available can be used if the price MANOS, MARTIN & PERGRAM CO., LPA Attorneys at Law insurance specialist, or by calling is cheaper than your own drug the Ohio Senior Health Insurance plan cost. Just print the coupon Information Program (OSHIIP) for the appropriate pharmacy hotline at 1-800-686-1578. Our and hand it to the pharmacist. insurance counseling services It’s that easy! are free and objective.

We're always happy to help Last year, we were able to with your Medicare insurance save Delaware County residents needs, and remember, our nearly $950,000 simply by insurance services are free. Give enrolling Medicare beneficiaries us a call and see how we can in a drug plan for the first time, help you save money starting changing their plan for 2018, today and all year long. or switching to a preferred Providing legal services in business, business succession planning, network pharmacy. Of that total, employment, estate planning, probate/estate administration, litigation, more than $255,000 was saved and real estate. during open enrollment alone, Kathleen Johnson and Steve Martin which ran from Oct. 15 through are SourcePoint Trusted Advisors Dec. 7. Those assisted were a combination of repeat and first50 North Sandusky Street, Delaware, Ohio 43015-1926 Phone: 740-363-1313 Fax: 740-363-1314 time insurance clients.

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April Showers Bring Spring Programs Laura Smith, Enrichment Center Assistant Administrator, SourcePoint SourcePoint's enrichment center Winter/Session 1 programs run from Jan. 2 through March 31. Spring/Session 2 begins April 2 and runs through June 30.

Details on all session activities can be found on our website at MySourcePoint.org/ec.

Whether you're 55 or 95, we have an activity for you! Some highlights include: Wellness TAOIST TAI CHI® Beginning Spring/ Session 2 on April 2: Mondays, 12:30–2 p.m.; Thursdays, 8:30– 10 a.m.; or Thursdays, 4–5:30 p.m.

YOGA FOR CANCER PATIENTS, SURVIVORS, AND CAREGIVERS Thursdays, April 19 through June 1, 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Fitness and Aquatics GOLF: PRE-SEASON CONDITIONING CLINIC Land-based class: Thursdays, March 1 through April 19, 11 a.m.–noon.

Aquatic class: Fridays, March 2 through April 20, 9–9:45a.m.

Art CREATIVE ESCAPE: MIXED MEDIA EXPLORATION Tuesday, April 17, 5:30–7:30 p.m.

LIQUID STAINED GLASS: BEGINNER Saturdays, April 7 through April 28, 9:30–noon.

Education DRINKING IN MODERATION: THE POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL Wednesday, April 25, 10–11 a.m.

PROTECT YOURSELF FROM IDENTITY THEFT Wednesday, April 11, 1–2 p.m.

SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT: IT’S A STRANGE, STRANGE WORLD Thursday, April 12, 6–7:30 p.m.

TALK WITH THE EXPERT: HELPFUL DEVICES Thursday, April 5, 10–11:30 a.m.

TECHNOLOGY: SOURCEPOINT ONLINE REGISTRATION EXPLAINED Tuesday, March 20 or June 19, 11 a.m.–noon.

Saturday, March 24, 10:30–11:30 a.m.

VAN YOUNG: AMERICAN HISTORY FACTS AND TRIVIA Tuesday, April 24, 5:30–7:30 p.m.

Social BOCCE BALL Fridays, 1–2 p.m.

BOWLING LEAGUE Fridays, 1 p.m., April 6 through June 22.

MEMBER LUNCHEON Second Tuesday of each month, noon.

MODEL TRAIN CLINIC Tuesdays, 6–7 p.m., starts March 20.

Fridays, 11 a.m.–noon, starts March 23.

Community These programs are open to all Delaware County residents, and are a great introduction to SourcePoint!

EMPLOYMENT FOR SENIORS: JOB SEEKER WORKSHOPS Wednesdays, April 4 and 11, 9:30–11:30 a.m. and 12:30–2:30 p.m.

Spotlight Event!

DANCE CLUB: SWING INTO SPRING! Saturday, March 31, 6–9 p.m.

Doors open at 6 p.m., buffet dinner served at 6:15 p.m. Live dance music from 7 to 9 p.m.

Dance partner not required!

Fee: $20. Sign up now—registration ends March 23!

Trips COLUMBUS SYMPHONY: SYMPHONY FANTASTIQUE Friday, April 6, 8:30 a.m.

SPRING AT KINGWOOD CENTER GARDENS Tuesday, April 10, 8:30 a.m.

GERMAN VILLAGE AND BREWERY DISTRICT FOOD TOUR Thursday, May 10, 10 a.m.

DELAWARE AND THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD Wednesday, May 23; 9:30 a.m.

Visit the enrichment center at 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware, and take a tour today! Our hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon.

Learn more and take a virtual tour at MySourcePoint.org/ec.

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Love of the Past Harla Lawson, Ostrander Branch Manager, Delaware County District Library The older I get, the more nonfiction I read. I'm not sure why this is, but I find that the past just fascinates me, especially stories about little-known places and people. Apparently, publishers have discovered there are a lot of us history buffs who are eager to grab up any and all books about historical figures.

In 2017, such books as "Leonardo da Vinci" by Walter Isaacson, "Grant" by Ron Chernow, and "Killing England" by Bill O’Reilly have been best-sellers for months and have found places in the top 25 nonfiction books for the year. History sells and is now being enjoyed by millions of readers in every available format, including books, ebooks, and all audio versions.

One of my top nonfiction reads for 2017 was "Dodge City: Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, and the Wickedest Town in the American West" by best-selling author Tom Clavin. In this welldocumented and thoroughly researched book, Clavin brings to life how this smallest of western towns became one of the important destinations for the infamous cattle drives of that era. Dodge City quickly became known for its wild drama as the cattle business threw the town into a growth frenzy that followed the cattle drives. Soon gun fights, crime, and lawless living exploded in this town causing the phrase, “Get out of Dodge,” to become common across the country.

The taming of this Wild West town came at the hands of such men as Wyatt Earp and Bat Masterson. Clavin spends much of the book outlining the lives of these men. Many other characters are woven into the story as their lives came together in Dodge City and then went on to touch other towns across the American west. Clavin deftly leads the reader through the labyrinth of facts and legend as he shares the incredible stories of friendship, bravery, murder, and, yes, a considerable helping of mayhem.

The whole story was riveting and would make for great reading any time of the year. Finding out the early details of these men’s lives and how they all intersected, as well as learning what happened to them, was truly fascinating. Readers of Louis L’Amour, Larry McMurtry, and Robert B. Parker will definitely enjoy all the hidden gems of history that are revealed in this great book.

A couple of other nonfiction books that I would highly recommend include: "The Lost City of the Monkey God: A True Story" by Douglas Preston, a truly amazing story of finding a lost city in the jungles of Honduras; "The Loyal Son: The War in Ben Franklin’s House" by Daniel Mark Epstein, the little-known story of Ben Franklin’s son; and one I am currently reading, "Be Free or Die: The Amazing Story of Robert Smalls’ Escape from Slavery to Union Hero" by Cate Lineberry.

All of these are available at the Delaware County District Library in several formats. Stop by and check out these and the many other great nonfiction books that are ready and waiting at a branch near you. Also, if you love discussing books you read, consider joining one of our many adult book discussion groups held throughout our library system. Check out our website at delawarelibrary.org for more information on times and locations.

The Delaware County District Library provides book reviews for My Communicator. Materials reviewed are available for use at DCDL.

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The Positive Impact of Creativity Joan Pearse, Creative Experiences Manager, SourcePoint “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” Pablo Picasso There are several creative groups that regularly meet at SourcePoint.

Four groups share the impact of their experiences here. The importance of laughing, sharing and learning is a common theme that resounds loudly in the quotes from members in all of the creative groups.

Pictured, from left, painters Sherry Dunn and Alicia Fullerton.

Every Monday afternoon, painters gather in the art room.

For artist Alicia Fullerton, “It’s a pleasure to be with others who love creativity.”

“The sharing of tricks and tips helps make us better artists,” said Sherry Dunn.

Pictured, from left, Scrappy Crafters Chris Burkey, Pat Coleman, and Linda Smith.

Our Scrappy Crafters band together each Tuesday to work.

The Scrappy Crafter group of volunteers began in 2010 with 13 boxes of fabric sample books and three volunteers. Nearly eight years later, it's going strong with up to 17 volunteers creating at once. In 2017, with fabulous volunteers making and selling the handmade items, the gift shop had a record-breaking year selling items totaling more than $14,000.

Linda Smith said, “I have met the most wonderful people here and I feel that if I need anything, they would be there. I come here for the hugs!”

The creative writing group meets once a month on Monday.

“I’ve never been in such an excellent creative writing group before where I have been so challenged to write outside my comfort zone with the result being growth in advancement of skills and encouragement to do even more,” said Kaarisa Carlsen. (You can read one of Kaarisa's pieces on page 20.)

For Kristen Kennedy, writing “gives me an opportunity to do something I’ve always wanted to do and I've finally found the 'just -right' environment.”

“I have been coming to creative writing for many years because we are challenged to write in an atmosphere of fellowship and encouragement where a wide variety of stories stir one’s imagination and stimulate creative juices to overflowing. As a result, I am very close to submitting my first full-length novel for publication,” said Don Pearse.

There are many wonderful opportunities in which to try something creative at SourcePoint. What is it you want to try?

Go to MySourcePoint.org/ec, stop in for a tour, or pick up a flyer.

Discover what programs can add a positive impact to your life. May you thrive after 55!

Pictured, from left, creative writers Mary Lee Stocks, Don Pearse, Herb Lucas, Kristen Kennedy, and Marjorie Wilhelm.

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Local Groups Join Age-Friendly Project in Delaware County Seventeen local and state organizations and agencies came to SourcePoint in February to learn more about the international effort led locally by SourcePoint in collaboration with the Delaware General Health District. The purpose of the initiative is to help cities and communities prepare for two global demographic trends—the rapid aging of populations and increasing urbanization, according to Fara Waugh, director of client services at SourcePoint.

“We are pleased by the interest of our stakeholders and hope that others will join our efforts as we move forward to make Delaware County an age-friendly community,”Waugh said. “By achieving this designation by 2023, we not only will learn what people need and expect from local government, but we will be well on our way to becoming a more desirable place for people of all ages to live and work.”

Late last year, the Delaware County Commissioners passed a resolution to join the network of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities by encouraging active, healthy aging to improve the quality of life of the county’s older residents. Age-friendly or livable communities have walkable streets, housing and transportation options, access to key services, and opportunities for residents of all ages to participate in community activities.

“The population of Delaware County is growing at a phenomenal rate and the growth of our older population is growing even faster,” Waugh pointed out. “From the year 2000 to 2010, Delaware County’s 55-and-over population doubled from about 18,000 to just over 36,000. By 2020, this same age-group is projected to grow another

62 percent to nearly 59,000 residents and then an additional 40 percent to more than 82,000 by 2030. It’s important that Delaware County is in the position of recognizing and mobilizing the talents and skills of our older residents, as well as addressing some of the needs that they and their families present.”

The Age-Friendly Project, an initiative of the World Health Organization and spearheaded by AARP in America, will take five years to complete. The process begins with an extensive assessment administered by the health district starting in May in which the community’s assessment of Delaware County’s strengths and weaknesses are identified in relation to eight domains of a livable community as identified by the World Health Organization.

The domains include outdoor spaces and buildings, transportation, housing, social participation, respect and social inclusion, civic participation and employment, communication and information, and community support and health services.

“We are now forming an advisory group of interested stakeholders to provide guidance and feedback on the survey process and the resulting reports,” Waugh said. “After assessing the results of the survey, the Age-Friendly Advisory Committee will present recommendations for action to local leaders.”

For more information about the Age-Friendly Project in Delaware County, contact Amelia Tucciarone, quality improvement supervisor at SourcePoint, at amelia@MySourcePoint.org or 740-203-2392.

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Providing Value Through Volunteerism Elaine Miller, Community Engagement Coordinator, Connections Volunteer Center As we age, our world progresses from childhood to adulthood offering lots of opportunities for social engagement. Many of us continue to nurture social interaction well into older adulthood through retirement, travel, grandchildren, and volunteerism.

However we will reach a time in our lives that we will be physically or financially unable to maintain the pace of our youth. We often find a drastic decline in the ability and opportunity to socialize. Families are spread out and less likely to visit regularly, while those living in cold climates, such as Ohio, are less likely to venture out during certain times of the year. These and other factors contribute to social isolation and can trigger a drastic health decline. This is when community resources supporting older adults become crucial.

Connections Volunteer Center, a program of HelpLine, coordinates the referral and placement of volunteers of all ages. Through the financial support of SourcePoint, we’re able to place an emphasis on serving adults 55 and older.

One of our primary goals is to make volunteerism more accessible to those who may otherwise be unable to volunteer. That's where I come in. My primary role is to identify and create volunteer projects to take onsite to 55 and older residences. Additionally, I attend several Delaware County social groups for older adults. These member-run groups typically feature a potluck accompanied by a speaker or special activity. This provides a forum for me to present current volunteer opportunities, as well as offer assistance in identifying engaging presenters or volunteer projects that can be completed during the meetings.

Typical volunteer projects for local nonprofits include mailings, packet assemblies, and sorting materials. Other community projects include tying blankets for foster children, seed packaging for parks, and birthday bags to be donated to those in need. These projects not only benefit local nonprofits, it provides an opportunity for older adults to socialize while staying mentally and physically active.

Ultimately, we want to give our older residents concrete opportunities to volunteer, whatever their ability or interest level.

Longtime volunteer Barb Leidinger said, “Volunteering made me feel less cooped up and more a part of the community.”

Leidinger, a Make A Difference Day, Pen Pal Program, and Place of Warmth volunteer, believes that giving back to the community provides a much-needed outlet and has improved the quality of her life.

In a recent AARP article, older volunteers reported significantly less feelings of isolation, anxiety, and depression. The article also pointed out that for nonprofits this can mean older adults become assets to the community as opposed to an expense. These findings demonstrate the value of having positive, mutually beneficial volunteer opportunities.

If you are an adult 55 or older, and would like to learn more about a social group or volunteer opportunity, contact me at 740-363-5000 ext. 304.

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Five Tips for Better Smartphone Pics Travis Fordham, Digital Media Coordinator, SourcePoint

Smartphone cameras keep getting better and better. As camera quality has improved, I've found that I use my smartphone over my digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera more than ever to snap photos.

In doing so, here are a few tips I've employed to take better photos with my smartphone: 1. Pay attention to lighting. If you're dealing with low light, it can be difficult to get a good photo. If possible, try to have the person or group you're photographing face a light source, while you place your back to it. This helps prevent unwanted shadows.

If the place you're taking the photo is really dimly lit, you can try using your phone’s flash, but I often find the results are poor. Instead, find a way to increase the light in the room or, in a pinch, use someone else’s phone flashlight to add some extra light.

2. Check your resolution. Go into your settings and adjust the resolution to get higher-quality photos. This will take up more storage on your phone, but if you value the quality of your photos, it's worth the trade-off. There is nothing worse than taking several great photos, only to find out once you download them onto your computer that are too small, just 640x480 pixels in size.

3. Turn on the stabilize or anti-shake setting. It's difficult for almost anyone without a tripod to hold perfectly still while taking a photo. If available on your phone, turn on the “Anti-Shake” or “Stable Shot” setting. This will prevent blurry and unfocused photos.

4. Avoid using digital zoom. As smartphones don't have an optical lens, they have digital zoom instead. This feature rarely results in a good photo. Shots often end up grainy. It's usually better to step closer and get a tighter shot of your subject.

5. Find a good image editing program. There are several to sort through in the app store. I suggest trying out a few until you find your favorite. It's amazing how far brightness and sharpening adjustments or a little color boosting will go to make that smartphone photo look fabulous.

While it can be difficult to match the quality of the photos you take using your smartphone with those taken with a DSLR camera, the gap is closing quickly. I recommend doing some experimentation on your part to find what works best for you and I hope these tips point you in the direction of better photos.

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