60 & Better | March 2016

March 2016

Volume 43 No. 3

INSIDE AARP Tax Aide Info PG 4 Leisure and Learning Catalog PG 6 Calendar PG 12

Legalese PG 13

MONTHLY EVENTS at the Lawrence Senior Center

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS

by Midland Care Connection - Monday, March 14, 11 a.m. to Noon No appointment needed. Just drop in!

WELCOME TO MEDICARE MEETING

- Wednesday, March 9, Noon to 1 p.m.

New to Medicare? Learn what to expect at this informational meeting. Call 785-842-0543 for more information.

KANSAS COMMISSION ON VETERANS AFFAIRS

- Wednesday, March 16, 1 to 2 p.m.

Discussion on programs for low-income veterans and surviving spouses age 65 and over.

For information, call 785-843-5233.

VISIT US AT WWW.DGCOSENIORSERVICES.ORG

MISSION: Douglas County Senior Services, Inc. is committed to supporting, advocating, serving and connecting with seniors in Lawrence and Douglas County; it encourages retirees to locate and to remain in Douglas County to become active participants in their community.

DCSS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RESIGNS The Douglas County Senior Services Board regrets to inform our constituencies that Gary Nelson, Executive Director of DCSS, has submitted his resignation for health reasons, effective February 12, 2016. The board has reluctantly accepted Nelson’s resignation but fully supports his decision. “We have been delighted with Gary’s leadership and with his many contributions to the agency over the past four months,” said Judy Wright, Chair of the board. “We respect Gary’s decision because we all realize that his health comes first and he must address it.”

A reception was held at DCSS last month to bid farewell to Executive Director Gary The board will begin its search for a new director Nelson. Pictured with Nelson (second from immediately and hopes to have a new director left) are DCSS Board Members Ellen Paulsen, Judy in place by April 1, 2016.

Wright, and Steve Tesdahl.

SKILLBUILDERS SPRING SESSION STARTS MARCH 17 Skillbuilders is a series of programs for anyone experiencing significant life changes. Those who have lost a loved one by death, are making adjustments to illness, or are adapting to being a single person, often find that grief is not the only thing that must be faced. Common daily occurrences take on different meanings and cause unexpected anxiety. Why is it so hard to make decisions that seemed easy before the changes?

The spring session begins March 17 and continues through May 19. All programs are held on Thursdays at 10 a.m. in the Smith Center at Brandon Woods, 4730 Brandon Woods Terrace. Come for all of the programs or choose those that interest you. There is never a charge for the programs and registration is not necessary. Transportation may be arranged through DCSS, 785-865-6925. For info call 843-3833.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO DELIVER MEALS The DCSS Senior Meals Program needs volunteer delivery drivers to take lunch to homebound seniors. Meals delivery is a much needed service that helps seniors remain in their homes. It is a very rewarding volunteer experience, guaranteed to put a smile on your face. To volunteer, or for more information, contact the DCSS Senior Meals program at 785-842-0543.

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Fencing - A Lifetime Sport

By Gayle Sigurdson, LPRD Recreation Programmer

Fencing is derived from centuries of fighting with swords, and for many of those centuries fencing was practice for actual fighting.

Today the modern sport of fencing is not a fight; rather, it is a contest. There is no intention to injure anyone, but there does still remain the intention to “best” one’s opponents in the contest. It provides excellent exercise and opportunities for both men and women to enjoy an Olympic sport.

It is a challenge, and it is fun.

Learning and practicing fencing is best in an organized program that provides facilities, some equipment and qualified instruction. Lawrence Parks and Recreation will begin offering a fencing program at Lawrence Sports Pavilion beginning March 24. The group will meet on Thursdays from 7-9 pm. Basic equipment will be provided. The instructors are certified by the US Fencing Coaches Association and the program is overseen by John Dillard. John has been involved

in fencing competition, instruction and coaching for the past 58 years.

Fencing is a complex, sophisticated sport that pits one human being against another. It combines the physical components of balance, distance control, timing, technique and speed with the cognitive components of psychology, observation, analysis, strategies, tactics and quick decisions in order to play the game. The integration of these components results in an activity that lends itself to being a lifetime sport. Experience counts in such a complex activity. As physical athletic qualities wane, fencers can still be quite successful for many years drawing on their knowledge and experience base to offset the loss of physical abilities.

The program is open to adults of all ages. Information regarding registration and fees is available at Lawrence recreation centers, at www.lprd.org or by contacting Gayle Sigurdson at gsigurdson@ lawrenceks.org

An invitation from

NEW HORIZONS BAND JOIN US!

The New Horizons Concert Band has been rehearsing for the winter-spring season on Fridays. Our instrumentation is similar to that of school bands, and we play music of the 8th-to 11thgrade level of difficulty. We practice at the Douglas County Senior Center at 745 Vermont on Fridays at 4 p.m., and after several practices, we will present concerts at local senior residences, also on Fridays. The band is directed by John Towner of Lawrence and Bob Wolfersberger of Topeka, former music teachers in schools of the area.

Some of our members have played their instruments off and on since their school days, and others have started playing again after many years. Most of us live in Lawrence, but some come from as far away as Osawatomie. There is room for more players in all sections of the band. Anyone interested can learn more by coming to the Senior Center to hear us practice, or come and practice with us.

CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY

CONQUERING THE CLUTTER

Artistic photography is possible with your point and shoot camera!

Learn about the mechanics and technical features common to all cameras and explore visual devices for creative photography.

This illustrated lecture class includes time for discussion about your own photos. Class content includes how to self-publish photo books and digitize old negatives and prints. Class meets Wednesdays, April 4-7 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Carnegie Building. Fee $24 Instructor: Mike Yoder, Senior Photographer at Lawrence Journal World. Registration and details are available at any Lawrence Recreation Center or by contacting Gayle Sigurdson @gsigurdson@lawrenceks.org.

Do you have too much stuff and not enough space? Knowing where to start can make the job of organizing or downsizing more manageable. A LPRD workshop on Conquering the Clutter will be held Saturday, March 12, 9-10:30 a.m. at Holcom Recreation Center. There is a $7 fee.

Marguerite Carlson, of OrganizeU, will look at the reasons we accumulate more then we need. Understanding those causes will lead to manageable goals for reclaiming your space. Attendees will also learn about available local resources for distribution and disposal of materials. Details and registration available by calling 785-832-7920 or at www.lprd.org.

with a Point and Shoot Camera

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IRS IMPERSONATORS EXPECTED TO INCREASE THIS TAX FILING SEASON - How to Spot and Avoid the Scammers A Letter From District Attorney Charles Branson Fear. Fraud. Intimidation.

Threats. Those are some of the tactics being used by scammers posing as Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Treasury employees and their actions will only increase as the tax filing season peaks. According to a January 20, 2016 release by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA), “The phone fraud scam has become an epidemic, robbing taxpayers of millions of dollars of their money.” The agency continues to receive reports of thousands of contacts to consumers every month and the scammers have hit every state.

As recently as January 27, 2016 the Kansas Department of Revenue released a statement warning Kansas residents of a tax scam where caller ID was spoofing a valid Department of Revenue number. The scammers were pushing victims to make payments with a debit card or money order and they threatened jail for those who did not comply.

These scammers were referring to a Form 61 which does not exist for the state of Kansas.

The number of people contacted and the monetary losses by

victims of these scams have been staggering. According to TIGTA, since October of 2013 the scammers have contacted 896,000 people. The over 5,000 victims that were tricked by the scammers demands collectively lost over $26.5 million through prepaid debit cards, money orders and wire transfers from their banks.

TIGTA wants you to know that the IRS generally first contacts people by mail, not by phone about unpaid taxes and the IRS will not ask for payment by a prepaid debit card, money order or a wire transfer. Demands for those types of payments are all bright red flags for fraud. Now a few things to be aware of regarding these scammers: They may have the last four digits of your social security number, but do not let that convince you that they are the real deal. Be aware that they are tech savvy enough to spoof your caller ID and make it appear as if the IRS is really calling you. They may send fake IRS e-mails to “support” their scam. They may call a second or third time claiming to be with the police department or department of motor vehicles and again,

they can spoof your caller ID to make the calls appear legitimate.

They have also threatened those who refuse to pay their demands with criminal charges, grand jury indictments, arrest, deportation and loss of a business or driver’s license. Remember, these are all attempts to scare, intimidate and scam you out of your money.

What can you do if you receive a call like this and you are not certain if you owe taxes? Call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040. Real IRS employees can help you determine if you have a legitimate tax obligation and if so, make payment arrangements. If you have concerns about a Kansas tax debt, call the Kansas Department of Revenue’s customer service line at 785-368-8222.

If you receive a call from these scammers, my consumer office wants to hear about it, please call us at 785-330-2849. With your help we can spot emerging trends and therefore notify Douglas County residents when scammers are working our county. There is also the “IRS Impersonation Scam” form on TIGTA’s website TIGTA IRS Impersonation Scam Reporting Form or https://www.

treasury.gov/tigta/contact_report_ scam.shtml if you prefer, you can call TIGTA at 1-800-3664484. You may also want to file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission at FTC Complaint or https://www.ftc.gov.

I hope this update on current tax scams is helpful to you and will reassure you what to do if they call on you or a family member.

If you have questions, my office’s professional consumer protection staff is always ready to serve you. If you need their assistance, please call them at the number listed above.

(This document was composed with information from: Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration. The information in this article is not intended to provide legal advice. Legal advice can only be provided in an attorney-client relationship. This information must not be relied on as a substitute for obtaining legal advice from a licensed attorney.

Due to space limitations in 60 and Better, please begin looking for our DA articles every other month, we are proud to assist and serve the citizens of Douglas County.)

PICK YOUR PASTA: CHOOSE YOUR CHEESE - Italian Cheeses, Pasta, Salumi and Wines Join Jan Kozma, Professor Emerita of Italian, for a short course on Italian cheese varieties, sausage types, cured meats, and prosciutto, on choosing pasta shapes appropriate for their sauces, with brief remarks on complementary Italian wines. Learn about the traditional orchestration of Italian meals. Samples will accompany these lectures for lovers of first-rate Italian dining. Class meets Thursdays, April 7-21 from 2-4 p.m. at the Carnegie Building. Fee: $37. Registration and details are available at any Lawrence Recreation Center or by contacting Gayle Sigurdson @gsigurdson@lawrenceks.org.

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2016 AARP TAX-AIDE SCHEDULE

AARP Tax-Aide to offer free tax assistance again this year WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW...

WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING...

• Tax assistance is available at the Lawrence tax site, Douglas County Senior Services.

• Photo ID required for all taxpayers • Social Security cards for all taxpayers and dependents • Copy of last year’s tax return • Year-end Social Security statement, Form SSA1099 (with some pink printing) • All income documents, i.e. W-2’s and 1099’s • Unemployment compensation statements • Summary list of deductible items (if itemizing); i.e. medical bills, charitable donation, mortgage interest, etc.

• If you purchased health insurance from the Health Insurance Marketplace, Form 1095-A will be required.

• All other forms/info that pertains to your taxes

• Tax assistance hours are Monday Thursday, noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon • The Tax Appointment phone line number is 785-856-0365 • The Tax Appointment phone line is open Monday - Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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TAXES ARE ALSO PREPARED AT: • Baldwin City Library Call 785-594-3411 for an appointment • Oskaloosa Public Library Call 785-863-2637 for an appointment • Ottawa City Hall Call 785-242-5560 for an appointment

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I’m trying to lose weight. Should I cut calories at meals or snacks?

without paying attention. That sort of mindless or stress-prompted eating can add hundreds or even a thousand calories without much nutritional value and not satisfy your hunger.

You should find what works for you. There is no single best strategy to cut calories for weight loss.

Keeping a record can be an excellent tool to help you see where you can cut calories. Jot down everything you eat and drink for a few days, and note how hungry you are before and after you eat. You may not find a single stand out source of excess calories, but rather a pattern of 50 or 100 extra calories you could cut at multiple times through the day. For example, instead of cutting a snack completely, you could eat a smaller portion. A registered dietitian-nutritionist can help you identify some meal or snack alternatives.

The goal is to cut from 250 up to 500, or perhaps even 750, calories daily. You may find there’s a particular time of day when you eat more than you need. Perhaps at dinner you tend to eat high-calorie dishes or often go back for seconds. Are your snacks loaded with sugar or fat?

Or maybe there’s a time of day when you eat or drink a large amount

HOME TOO CLUTTERED? Get organized this spring.

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It doesn’t matter whether your calorie cut comes in one big change or a collection of small changes. What does matter is that you are eating the healthful foods you need to maintain your energy and health, and that you are creating a strategy that can work for you every day.

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL RIDES.

SERVING LAWRENCE, LECOMPTON, EUDORA, & BALDWIN CITY RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION call 785-865-6925 Senior Wheels strives to meet the transportation needs of customers who are 60 years or older in Douglas County.

Accompanying spouses & caregivers are also eligible to ride at no additional charge.

Our drivers provide Door to Door assistance.

SCHEDULE EARLY: Due to a heavy demand for transportation, rides may be scheduled as far in advance as 7 days or as little as 48 hours.

You should be ready to board 15 minutes prior to your scheduled ride.

COST: $ 3.00 for each one way trip within the city limits of each community. $15.00 for trips outside of the city limits. (Example: a one way trip from Eudora to Lawrence) For detailed policy information, please call 785-865-6925 and ask for a Policy Manual. Baldwin City has a Volunteer Transportation Program.

For Reservations or information about rides in Baldwin City call 785-594-3376.

THE HARVEY GIRLS AND KANSAS Lecture and Travel Series

The story of British-born Fred Harvey intertwines American business, the settling and preservation of the American West and women in the workforce from the 1880s all the way through World War II. His influence continues today in surprising and fascinating ways. Learn more about the Harvey family through a series of classes co-sponsored by Lawrence Parks and Recreation, The Lawrence Public Library and Watkins Community Museum. Content will include documentary films, local railroad history and artifacts, reading and discussion of the book Appetite for America by Stephen Fried and a Harvey House lunch with tour of the Great Overland Station in Topeka. Lunch, transportation and books included in registration fee of $47. A schedule of events, registration and other details are available at any Lawrence Recreation Center or by contacting Gayle Sigurdson @gsigurdson@lawrenceks.org.

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NEW HORIZONS BAND SCHEDULE

Rehearsal are held at the Lawrence Senior Center, 745 Vermont Street.

Rehearsals and concerts are held at 4 p.m., unless otherwise noted. Band Directors John Towner, Robert Wolfersberger and Dave Ruhlen encourage anyone interested in playing to join. Dues are $5 for the year. Contact John Towner at 785-865-3519 or 785-865-8851 (cell), or by email at towner@ sunflower.com.

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Leisure and Learning CataLog

Leisure and Learning Catalog - Course Description Douglas County Senior Services offers a variety of programs for active Douglas County residents age 55 and over. In our catalog you will also see some Lawrence Parks and Recreation classes, and trips offered by Group Getaways.

PLEASE NOTE THE ENROLLMENT AND PAYMENT INFORMATION BELOW* FOR THE PROGRAM(S) FOR WHICH YOU WISH TO REGISTER. To register for a DCSS activity, fill out the class registration form in this newsletter and mail it with

your check (payable to DCSS) to: Douglas County Senior Services, Leisure and Learning Department, 745 Vermont St., Lawrence, KS 66044. Walk-ins are welcome. For information call 785-842-0543.

• To register for a Lawrence Parks and Recreation activity, go to the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920 or register online at www.lprd.org.

• To register for a Group Getaways trip, contact Darla Bass at 785-215-8875 or email: mygroupgetaways@gmail.com.

More trip information available at http://www.mygroupgetaways.net.

DCSS refund/credit policy (applies to DCSS classes and events only): A full refund or

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credit will be given for all DCSS classes, events or trips 30 days prior to the class or event, except event tickets that are bought in advance and are non-refundable.

Less than 30 days prior, refunds will be given for medical hardships, approved emergencies, and events canceled or rescheduled by the department. A 10 percent administrative charge will be deducted from refunds for cancellations less than one week in advance.

Partial class scholarships may be available for seniors who qualify.

Scholarships will be considered upon completion of application in the Leisure and Learning office.

Reasonable accommodations can be made for special needs.

Registrant must specify needs and provide information at time of enrollment.

HEALTH & FITNESS Yoga for Every Body (Douglas County Senior Services) Tuesdays, March 1 - April 19, 3-4 p.m. Fee: $28. Location: Lawrence Senior Center/ Lawrence Public Library.

Instructor: Susan Rieger.

This gentle yoga class encourages freedom in all the joints, increases core and leg strength, improves balance, and leaves the participant feeling mentally and physically relaxed and restored. Previous participants report feeling stronger, having more energy, and sleeping better.

Please bring a yoga mat and wear clothes which allow you to move easily.

Groovin’ Through Time (Lawrence Arts Center & Douglas County Senior Services) Wednesdays, February 24-April 6, 2-3:30 p.m. Fee: $88* Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Instructor: Ellie Goudie-Averill.

Join Lawrence Arts Center’s Dance Education Resident to strut, sway and swing your way through history. Beginning in the Renaissance with the dawn of the minuet and moving all the way through the Charleston in the 20s, the Electric Slide in the 80s all the way to today. We will warm up together, learn the most popular steps and movements of the chosen decade and discuss important dance performances that made waves at that time. Selected readings will be provided and discussions will dance their way around the room. *Adults ages 55yrs and over are eligible for the Live Lawrence Life Senior Scholarship! This scholarship covers 90% of the cost of tuition. Learn more and how to apply by contacting the Lawrence Arts Center.

A.M. Walking Club (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Walking indoors is a chance to exercise in any weather, get your heart pumping and build friendships with other walkers. The public is welcome to walk in the gymnasiums at East Lawrence Recreation Center (7-9 a.m.) and Holcom Park Recreation Center (7-11 a.m.), Monday through Friday. Walkers should plan to accommodate scheduled programming. For more

information, contact the Recreation Center.

Wednesday Walks (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Wednesday, March 23- May 11, 9-10 a.m. Varied locations, schedule provided following enrollment. Fee: $10. Instructor: Gayle Sigurdson.

Walking with others increases your chance of success. This group will explore the many trails in the Lawrence Parks system. Most are paved with minimal grade changes.

Meet at the trailhead at 9 a.m. and walk at your own pace for an hour.

We will explore different walking techniques and support each other’s efforts.

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Pickleball - Open Play (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) MondayFriday at Sports Pavilion Lawrence.

For competitive, recreational and beginning players. Call Gayle at the Community Building, 832-7920, for specific days and times. There is no charge for open play.

Personal Training (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Need help reaching your fitness goals? Lawrence Parks and Recreation has certified personal trainers to help you make your workouts safe, productive and successful. Training and registration are available at all recreation centers. For more information, contact Gayle Sigurdson at 832-7920.

Chair Exercise (Douglas County Senior Services) Wednesdays and Fridays (ongoing) 11-11:30 a.m. Fee: None. Location: Lawrence Senior Center.

Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program (Lawrence Parks and Recreation and DCSS) Tuesday/Thursdays, March 22May 19, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fee: $58. Location: Lawrence Sports Pavilion. Instructor: Rebecca Clancy.

This community based exercise program is designed specifically for people with arthritis and related diseases, but open to anyone. The programs multiple components help reduce pain and stiffness and

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help maintain or improve mobility, muscle strength and functional ability. The variety of exercises are designed for people of all levels of ability. Instructor is certified by the Arthritis Foundation. Class offered in partnership with Douglas County Senior Services. Register at www.lprd.org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Senior Strength Training (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Tuesday/Thursdays, March 22-May 19, 9-10 a.m. Fee: $58. Location: East Lawrence Center. Instructor: Deb Geraghty.

Strength training for seniors is effective in improving balance

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(preventing falls), strengthening major muscle groups, and increasing muscle mass and bone density. The class is designed to include functional movement patterns that enhance daily living activities. A variety of strength training equipment will be used, including free weights, and resistance bands. Class includes a warm-up period and a postworkout stretch. Register at www.lprd.org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Silver Steppers (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Wednesdays, March 23-May 20, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Fee: $36.

Location: East Lawrence Center.

Instructor: Susan Pomeroy.

Get ready to mix it up! This class is perfect for the stepper looking for something new. Fun step combinations will torch calories and get your heart pumping.

Register at www.lprd.org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Silver N’ Fit (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Tuesday/Thursday, March 22May 19, 8:30-9:20 a.m. Fee:

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$48. Location: Sports Pavilion Lawrence. Instructor: Kristen Spencer.

In this class you will work with hand weights, stability ball, resistance bands and your own body weight. We’ll get you moving and grooving to the music you’re going to remember and love! Register at www.lprd. org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Pedal Pushers- Cycling Class (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Fridays, March25-May 20, 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $41. Location: Community Building. Instructor: Melanie Johnson.

Indoor cycling increases endurance and strength in your lower body, core and upper body.

This is a beginning class for older adults. Bikers can modify their cycling resistance and pace according to their own fitness level. Register at www.lprd.org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Lifelong Meditate and Breathe (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)

Mondays, March 21-May 16, 9:30-10:45 a.m. Fee: $33.

Location: Carnegie Building.

Instructor: Kristen Spencer.

Find peace and stillness within yourself. We will explore restorative yoga postures, yogic breathing techniques, sutra meditation, mantra meditation, guided meditation and yogic and Buddhist philosophy as tools for disciplining the mind, reducing stress and anxiety, and feeling great. Bring a yoga mat. Register at www.lprd.org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Nordic Walking (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Two Sessions: Saturday, April 2 & 9, 9-10:30 a.m. and Thursday, April 14 & 21, 6-7:30 p.m. Fee: $18. Location: Union Pacific Depot, 402 North 2nd Street.

Walking poles work your arms, shoulders, chest and upper back muscles through a functional range of motion as you walk ó which can help you turn your daily walk into a full-body workout. Poles also take some of the load off your lower back, hips and knees, which may be

helpful if you have arthritis or back problems. This class will teach the proper technique using poles for improved balance, stability and increased aerobic benefits. Poles not provided.

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EDUCATION, HOBBY & FINANCE Fundamentals of Estate Planning (Douglas County Senior Services & Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Thursday, March 10, 2-3:30 p.m.

Fee: None. Location: Carnegie Building. Instructor: Robert Ramsdell.

Death is a certainty, incapacity a possibility. You need to plan for both. Fundamentals of Estate Planning will help you create those plans. The class covers what happens under intestate succession if you die without a plan; the uses of a Will or Revocable Living Trust; an overview of probate administration; the impact of estate and gift taxes; nontestamentary transfer options, such as holding property in a joint

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tenancy; powers of attorney for financial and healthcare decisionmaking; Living Wills and Do Not Resuscitate Directives; and a very general overview of how limitations on Medicaid eligibility might affect your assets. The presentation lasts about an hour, followed by an open question-andanswer period. No need to register.

Creating Family Archives (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Tuesday, April 19-May 17, 7-8:30 p.m. Fee: $40. Location: Carnegie Building.

This class is for those with a box of pictures, clippings and other family ephemera with which they are someday, going to do something. Learn about different types of family archives, genealogy techniques and area resources from local experts in the field that will guide you toward a defined plan for preserving your family history.

Beginning Spanish (Douglas County Senior Services) Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. (ongoing) Fee: None. Location: Lawrence Senior Center Board Room.

Instructor: Jim Bennett. This course will stress some of the basics of the Spanish language and useful words and phrase. Bring your English to Spanish Dictionary.

Intermediate Spanish (Douglas County Senior Services) Mondays, 1-2 p.m. (ongoing) Fee: None. Location: Lawrence Senior Center Board Room. Instructor: Jim Bennett. Focus is on reading and conversation. Bring your English to Spanish Dictionary.

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Math Club (Douglas County Senior Services) Mondays and Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30 p.m. (ongoing) Fee: None. Location: Lawrence Senior Center Board Room. Instructor: Saul Stahl. Come stretch your mind and enjoy lively discussion!

Bridge 2 (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Wednesdays, March 9-April 6, 9-11 a.m. Fee: $40. Location: Indoor Aquatics Center.

Instructor: Don Brennaman.

This course is designed for the first time player or those interested in a review of basics.

Classes follow Audrey Grant’s “Diamond Series” which concentrates on the Play of the Hand, Opening Leads and Scoring. Lessons focus on discussion of pre-dealt hands which follow a step-by-step progression to facilitate the process of learning. Lessons are fun, friendly and interactive.

Bring a friend and join the fun!

Register at www.lprd.org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Theatre Lawrence Vintage Players The Vintage Players meet at 1:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at Theatre Lawrence, 4660 Bauer Farm Drive.

Welcome to all seniors who like to laugh and have fun. The Vintage Players share skits and one-liners with each other at performances in the community. For more information on the Vintage Players, please call Mary Ann at Theatre Lawrence, 843-7469, ext. 201.

TECHNOLOGY Buy, Sell and Trade Safely on the Internet (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Mondays, March 21-April 11, 6-7 p.m. Fee: $32. Location: Carnegie Building. Instructor: Ashlee Roll-Gregory.

Are you trying to downsize, but find that your stuff is too few or too valuable for a garage sale?

This class will teach you how to successfully and safely use the internet to sell your items to a wider

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market. Register at www.lprd.org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Computer 102 (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Tuesdays, March 22-April 5, 2-3:30 p.m. Fee: $32. Location: Riverfront Computer Learning Center. Instructor: Sharon Gan. This course is designed for the Internet newbie. We’ll be working exclusively with Firefox as our web browser. We’ll research pop-up and ad blockers, how to download files, and manage bookmarks, refine your searches and demystify internet security. Take home curriculum included. Basic computer skills required. Register at www.lprd.org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Facebook Fluency (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Thursdays, March 10-31. 7-8 p.m.

Fee: $32. Location: Riverfront Computer Lab. Instructor: Social Media Club of Lawrence.

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how to safely use the many features that are available. Specific skills taught will include security features; posting pictures, links and videos; messaging and comments. It will end with a “brick wall” session to address individual questions and uses. Register at www.lprd.org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

ART Downtown Tuesday Painters (Douglas County Senior Services) Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fee: None.

Location: Lawrence Senior Center Conference Room.

Bring your painting project and supplies and join the Downtown Tuesday Painters.

Acrylic Painting (Douglas County Senior Services) Saturdays (2nd and 4th), March 12 & 26. 9:30 a.m. - noon. Fee: $20 per

session. Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Instructor: Lori Dalrymple.

Techniques, styles and tips taught with acrylic paints on canvas or other surfaces. Designed for beginners and experienced painters alike. Class is designed as a drop-in session, so start anytime. Bring your own supplies, suggested supply list available from instructor. No registration required, fee of $20 applies to each drop-in session attended.

Spencer Museum of Art Senior Sessions Cosponsored by the Spencer Museum of Art and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Kansas, Senior Sessions are offered on select Thursdays from 10 to 11 a.m., and held at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, 1515 St. Andrews Drive.

DANCING THROUGH THE

DECADES!

Friday, March 4, 20016 from 7-11:30 PM Maceli’s 1031 New Hampshire Lawrence, KS SUPPORTING:

A fundraiser as Trinity In-Home Care turns 40

SILENT AUCTION. FOOD. COMPLIMENTARY SIGNATURE COCKTAILS. CASH BAR. AND DANCING! Get your tickets now:

EVENT SPONSORS:

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On-line, over the phone or at the door Credit card purchase fees apply Kids 12 and under are free!

• March 10 - Costume Design for the Ziegfeld Follies 1900-1930 - KU Professor Delbert Unruh, Department of Theatre, discusses the costumes used in these elaborate theatrical productions.

• March 24 - Contemporary Art of the Haida people of Alaska and British Columbia - KU Distinguished Professor Valentino Stella, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, discusses objects in his private collection of indigenous artwork.

MUSIC New Horizons Band (Douglas County Senior Services) Fridays, 4 - 5 p.m. Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Band Directors John Towner and Robert Wolfersberger encourage anyone interested in playing to join. Dues are $5 for the year. Contact John Towner at 785-865-3519 or 785865-8851 (cell), or by email at towner@sunflower.com.

Intergenerational Choir (Douglas County Senior Services) NOW MEETING ON FRIDAYS, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Location: Lawrence Senior Center.

Seniors with an interest in singing are invited to join students from the University of Kansas to participate in an Intergenerational Choir. Sing popular music from yesterday and today. Led by music therapy students from KU. The Intergenerational Choir will rehearse, and perform once or twice a semester. Contact Becca Kurtz, beccakurtz@ku.edu. (Don’t have email? Call Janet at 842-0543.)

ENTERTAINMENT Theatre Lawrence Dress Rehearsal (Douglas County Senior Services) “A Streetcar Named Desire” a drama by Tennessee Williams April 7, 7:30 p.m.

A celebrated classic and Pulitzer Prize winning drama! Blanche du Bois is a woman whose life has been overtaken by her romantic illusions. When she moves to New Orleans, the pressure brought to bear on her by her sister, and intensified by her sister’s husband leads to a revelation about Blanche’s tragic self-delusion. Note: Due to limited number of available dress rehearsal tickets, only 2 tickets will be allowed per request. Tickets will be distributed after a random drawing a week before the dress rehearsal date.

DAY/SHORT TRIPS New Theatre - Moon over Buffalo (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Wednesday, April 13, 10:45 a.m.4 p.m. Fee: $60. Location: Trip leaves from Community Building.

In this hilarious comedy two fading stars of the 1950’s are playing a comedy and a drama in rotation in Buffalo, New York. On the brink of a disastrous split-up, they receive word that they might have just one last shot at regaining their stardom.

One perfect performance is all they need. Unfortunately, everything that can go wrong does go wrong and no on stage knows if they’re in the drama or comedy. This tip will be in the LPRD department bus. Register at www.lprd.org or

any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Registration deadline: March 11, 2016.

Pella Iowa Tulip Festival (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Wednesday, May 4 - Friday, May 6. Fee: $384/double; $482/single.

Price guaranteed until March 21 Join us for a wonderful spring tour to the annual Pella Tulip Time Festival in Pella, Iowa!

Our 3 day journey includes some of Des Moines greatest venues including the Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens, a guided tour of the beautiful Iowa State Capitol and, for HGTV fans we’ll visit West End Architectural Salvage for a fun filled scavenger hunt.

We’ve devoted an entire day in Pella at the annual Tulip Time Festival and its many attractions.

Set your own pace for Scholte House & Gardens, the Vermeer Windmill which anchors the 23 building Historical Village and reserved seating at the Grandstand Show & Parade. Registration and details available at any Lawrence Recreation Center or by contacting Gayle Sigurdson @gsigurdson@ lawrenceks.org DaVinci: The Exhibition and Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Thursday, March 24. Fee: $82 This day features some real jewels of Kansas City. We will begin at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. Our guided tour of the Center will include a historic overview of

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its development and highlight this architectural icon. Lunch is on your own at one of the many Crown Center dining choices. Our afternoon stop is historic Union Station for a hands-on exploration of one of history’s greatest thinkers. Leonardo DaVinci was the original Renaissance man; artist, scientist, engineer, poet, inventor. The size of this exhibit provides an opportunity to explore DaVinci the inventor with 65 full size recreations of his most important inventions. They include a tank, submarine and helicopter conceived over 500 years ago.

His life as an artist is examined in more than 20 fine art studies and dozens of stunning displays.

Registration and details available

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at any Lawrence Recreation Center ALSO HAPPENING AT THE SENIOR CENTER or by contacting Gayle Sigurdson @gsigurdson@lawrenceks.org Popcorn Fridays (Ongoing) Bluegrass Wind Farm (Lawrence Every Friday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fee: None, but donations appreciated.

Parks and Recreation) Location: Lawrence Senior Center.

Wednesday, May 18. Fee: $87.

Join us each Friday afternoon to This motor coach tour to historic enjoy a bag of freshly popped King City is full of stops that popcorn, just like you’d get at reflect the agricultural and rural the movie theater. What a perfect character of the area during the snack to start off the weekend. nineteenth through twentieth Limit 1 free bag per person, while centuries. Trip includes the King supplies last.

City Museum and Historical Society, a community of its own and Bluegrass Wind Farm, the first Pool & Coffee (Ongoing) Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 and largest wind farm in Missouri.

Registration and details available at a.m. any Lawrence Recreation Center or Bingo (Ongoing) by contacting Gayle Sigurdson @ Thursdays, 11-11:45 a.m. gsigurdson@lawrenceks.org

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MARCH 2016 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

retirement community at alvamar “building our community one resident at a time.”

Make Arbor Court Retirement Community your next stop!

2 Kaw Valley Older Women’s League (OWL), Ken Doud Room, United Way Building, 2518 Ridge Court.

Social hour 1:30-2; Meeting at 2 p.m.

Featured speaker: David Johnson, Gerontology Center KU, speaking on the prevalence and symptoms of common disorders of aging including anxiety, depression, and dementia; how social connectedness can help.

4 Lawrence Chronic Illness Support Group, Location varies. Please call Rachel at 979-5393 or Jean at 8650016 for information.

2:15-3:45 p.m., Lawrence Senior Center. For information call Janet, 842-0543.

9 Welcome to Medicare Meeting, 12

to 1 p.m., Lawrence Senior Center.

Informational meeting for those new to Medicare. For information call 842-0543.

10 Estate Planning Workshop, 2-3:30

p.m., Carnegie Building. (See course listings for more information.)

Call now for appointment 785-841-6845

ENJOY THE LUXURIES OF RETIREMENT! • 24 Hour Staffing • Scheduled transportation to physician’s appointments, entertainment and shopping • On-site laundry facilities • Covered Deck & Patio

• Social Activity Room • Complete apartment kitchens • Maintenance-free living including snow removal and landscaping • Complimentary housekeeping services • and so much more!

YOUR LIFE. YOUR STYLE. YOUR HOME. 1510 St Andrews Drive Lawrence, KS 66047 www.arborcourt-lawrence.com

16 Douglas County Coalition on Aging

(DCCOA), 8 a.m., Lawrence Senior Center.

16 Kansas Veteran’s Commission

discussion of benefits for low-income veterans and surviving spouses, 1:30 p.m., Lawrence Senior Center. For information call Rick Massey at 843-5233.

2016

7 DCSS Caregiver Support Group,

1st Month FREE RENT

15 Stroke Support Group, 4 p.m., Lawrence Memorial Hospital. For more information call 785-505-2886.

14 Free Blood Pressure Check, 11 a.m. to Noon, Lawrence Senior Center. Provided by Midland Care Connection. No appointment needed.

14 Breast Cancer Support Group,

5:30 p.m., Presbyterian Manor, 1429 Kasold. For information, call 8425250 or 840-2768.

15 Parkinson’s Support Group,

2 p.m., First Presbyterian Church.

For more information call Elaine, 760-1026.

17 Low Vision/Blind Outreach

Ministry Dinner, 5:30-7 p.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church and Student Center, 2104 Bob Billings Parkway (15th and Iowa St. adjacent to KU Campus).

This group meets for dinners, social and speaker events, as well as day trips. RSVP encouraged for purpose of dinner reservations. Anyone in the community that is blind or has low vision is welcome. For information call 843-0620.

21 DCSS Caregiver Support Group, 2:15-3:45 p.m., Lawrence Senior Center.

For information call Janet, 842-0543.

28 Breast Cancer Support Group,

5:30 p.m., Presbyterian Manor, 1429 Kasold. For information, call 842-5250 or 840-2768.

The Lawrence Bridge Club meets Saturdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Contact Steven Bogler, 690-7071 or Lisa Smith, 856-5049 for more information.

If you would like your meeting listed in the calendar of events, please contact DCSS at 842-0543.

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LEGALESE

by Molly Wood

Q: I was reading about bills in the Kansas House and Senate proposing constitutional changes in the way Kansas Supreme Court justices are selected. What is the underlying problem?

A: Before 1958, all judges were elected in Kansas. In fact, that is how it was when Kansas entered the Union. But to back up even further, when our country was founded all judges were appointed, generally with some sort of legislative confirmation. Then from about 1828 through the Civil War, we had the rise of populism.

Up to that time, only white male property owners could vote. Our most famous populist president, Andrew Jackson, pushed to remove the property ownership requirements (removing the

requirement of being white came much, much later) around the country so that the “common man” could vote. And, he believed that “to the victor goes the spoils.”

Flush with democratic zeal, many states changed to an elected system, and elected judges would be more responsive to “the will of the people.”

By 1897 the Kansas Bar Association was calling for an end to election of judges: “As to the tenure of office and the mode of selecting the judges of state courts we have in late years easily yielded to the persuasions of devices of partisans who have cunningly planned to obtain their own selfish ends; . . . if the blessings of liberty, the rights of property and the pursuit of happiness are to be vouchsafed to the coming generations, it will depend largely upon an able, incorruptible judiciary that is removed from all influences other than those that ask the question, what is the law and justice of the case?”

But Kansas continued to elect its

judges until the infamous “triple play” of 1957. Then Governor Fred Hall had been defeated in the 1956 Republican primary by Warren Shaw, who went on to lose in the general election to George Docking. In January of 1957, therefore, Governor Hall was the lamest of lame ducks, and his term would be over on January 14, 1957.

Meanwhile, the sitting Chief Justice of the Kansas Supreme Court, William Smith, had resigned due to ill health on December 31, 1956, so on January 3, 1957 - 11 days before his term would expire, Governor Hall resigned. Immediately, his Lieutenant Governor, John B. McCuish, serving out the last 11 days of the Hall administration, appointed Hall to the newly vacated Supreme Court seat. Voila!

While perfectly legal, this sequence of actions was considered to be highly unethical. In response to the “triple play,” the 1957 Kansas legislature passed a resolution for a constitutional amendment concerning the way judges were appointed. That amendment was passed in the 1958 general election; the people of Kansas voted that

they did not want a governor manipulating the process, and the merit plan under which Supreme Court Justices are selected today was in place.

The “problem” the current legislation is designed to address is Governor Brownback’s disagreement with some of the decisions that the Kansas Supreme Court has made. But what was true in 1897 is still true today: We need an able, incorruptible judiciary that is not beholden to donors and interest groups and that only answers the question: What is the law and justice of the case?

(Editor’s Note: Molly M. Wood is a partner at Stevens & Brand, LLP in Lawrence, Kansas where she confines her practice to Elder Law, especially seniors with longterm care issues. If you have a legal question or concern, call the Kansas Elder Law Hotline, a toll-free legal advice and referral service for Kansas Seniors, 1-(888)353-5337. An Elder Law Project attorney is available in Lawrence by appointment at Douglas County Senior Services, 842-0543.)

WANTED: Volunteers for a Research Study on Advance Directives for Health Care VIEVE LIFE | SHARE LIFE Right where you live.

Referral and resources for senior care and living.

785-813-1851 www.vievehealth.org

Auctioneers 800-887-6929

A researcher from the University of Kansas Gerontology Center is conducting a study on advance directives. We are interested in talking to people 65 and older who completed a living will or advance directive in the past 12 months. Each interview will be conducted in the participant’s home and will last approximately one hour. All matters discussed will remain confidential. Each participant will receive $20.

To participate in this study or for more information, please call 785-864-0665 or email ckoss@ku.edu.

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Financial Paperwork: What to Keep, What to Toss Dear Savvy Senior, How long should a person hang on to old receipts, stock records, tax returns and other financial documents? I have accumulated boxes full of such papers over the years and would like to get rid of some of it now that I’m retired.

Getting Organized Dear Getting, This is a great time of the year to get rid of unnecessary or outdated paperwork and to organize your records in preparation for filing your tax return in the spring. Here’s a checklist of what to keep and what to toss out, along with some tips to help you reduce your future paper accumulation.

Toss Out • ATM receipts and bank-deposit slips as soon as you match them up with your monthly statement.

• Credit card receipts after you get your statement, unless you might return the item or need proof of purchase for a warranty.

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• Credit card statements that do not have a tax-related expense on them.

• Utility bills when the following month’s bill arrives showing that your prior payment was received.

If you wish to track utility usage over time, you may want to keep them for a year, or if you deduct a home office on your taxes keep them for seven years.

To avoid identity theft, be sure you shred anything you throw away that contains your personal information. It’s best to use a crosscut shredder rather than a strip one, which leaves long paper bands that could be reassembled.

receipts or canceled checks that substantiate deductions. The IRS usually has up to three years after you file to audit you but may look back up to six years if it suspects you substantially underreported income or committed fraud.

Keep Indefinitely • Tax returns with proof of filing and payment. You should keep these for at least seven years, but many experts recommend you keep them forever because they provide a record of your financial history.

• IRS forms that you filed when making nondeductible contributions to a traditional IRA or a Roth conversion.

• Warranties or receipts for bigticket purchases for as long as you own the item, to support warranty and insurance claims.

Keep Forever Personal and family records like birth certificates, marriage license, divorce papers, Social Security cards, military discharge papers and estateplanning documents (power of attorney, will, trust and advanced directive). Keep these in a fireproof safe or safedeposit box.

Reduce Your Paper

To reduce your paper clutter, consider digitizing your Keep One Year • Receipts for capital improvements documents by scanning them that you’ve made to your home and converting them into PDF • Paycheck stubs until you get until seven years after you sell the files so you can store them on your W-2 in January to check its house. your computer and back them accuracy. up onto a USB flash drive or • Retirement and brokerage account external hard drive like icloud.

• Bank statements (savings and com or carbonite.com. checking account) to confirm your annual statements as long as you hold those investments.

1099s.

Your can also reduce your future paper load by switching • Brokerage, 401(k), IRA and other • Defined-benefit pension plan to electronic statements and investment statements until you get documents. records whenever possible. your annual summary (keep longer • Savings bonds until redeemed. for tax purposes if they show a (Send your senior questions to: gain or loss).

• Loan documents until the loan is Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, paid off.

Norman, OK 73070, or visit • Receipts for health care bills in SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is case you qualify for a medical • Vehicle titles and registration a contributor to the NBC Today deduction. information as long as you own the show and author of “The Savvy car, boat, truck, or other vehicle.

Senior” book.)

Keep Seven Years Supporting documents for your taxes, including W-2s, 1099s, and

• Insurance policies as long as you have them.

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O.U.R.S. Dances

(Oldsters United for Responsible Service) March 2016 PLEASE NOTE: All Dances are held from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Eagles, 1803 W 6th St. Carry-in meal at 7:15 p.m. Cover charge is $6 per person. Everyone welcome.

SUNDAY, MARCH 6 Country Melody

SUNDAY, MARCH 20 Barbed Wire

SUNDAY, MARCH 13 Dr. Cook’s Medicine Show

SUNDAY, MARCH 27

(Business Meeting 5 p.m.)

Borderline Country

DCSS Board of Directors Judy Wright, Chair

Judy Bellome, Vice Chair

Doni Mooberry, Treasurer

Steve Tesdahl, Secretary

Kelly Calvert Dennis Domer

Hank Booth Dr. Phil Godwin

Ernesto Hodison Ellen Paulsen

ATTENTION ALL SENIORS! In case of bad weather please listen to KLWN 1320 AM radio for closing of senior center, meals and activities. Information will also be available on TV station KMBC Channel 9 and cable Channel 6.

LAPA RESOURCE FAIR March 8 The 11th Annual Lawrence Area Partners in Aging Senior Resource Fair will be held on Tuesday, March 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sports Pavilion Lawrence, 100 Rock Chalk Dr. The Fair is designed to introduce seniors, their families, and caregivers to the members of LAPA and acquaint them with the services that these businesses provide.

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Oticon Dynamo: Super Power hearing aid, More speech details!

If you are very hard of hearing, you know all too well there’s a long way from hearing sounds to making sense of them. Even with a “powerful” hearing aid, critical high frequency sounds are often lost, making it hard to catch the meaning. Developed for people with severe to profound hearing loss, Oticon Dynamo hearing aids fill in the missing speech details so that you understand more and can stay in the conversation.

Thanks to Oticon’s innovative Speech Rescue™ technology, Dynamo takes the high frequencies that often go lost – such as ‘s’ and ‘th’ sounds – and moves them to a lower frequency range that you can hear. As a result, your brain gets access to the full spectrum of sounds, rescuing speech cues that would otherwise be lost and giving you a more complete sound experience.

Call Gerald Whiteside, Au.D., CCC-A, to schedule a free consultation.

785-843-8479 1112 W. 6th St. Ste. 100 Lawrence, KS www.marstonhc.com

Editor: Janet Ikenberry Interim Director: Steve Tesdahl

Printer: Lawrence Journal-World 609 New Hampshire, Lawrence, KS 66044 Douglas County Senior Services, Inc., is funded by Douglas County Mill Levy • Older Americans Act through the Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging • Kansas Department on Aging • Kansas Department of Transportation • special grants • project income • fund-raising activities • and your donations.

Douglas County Senior Services, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or size. If you feel that you have been discriminated against, you have the right to file a complaint with Douglas County Senior Services. 842-0543.

(TDD: 1-800-766-3777).

Toll free: 1-877-295-DCSS (1-877-295-3277) On the web: dgcoseniorservices.org