60 & Better | July 2015

July 2015

Volume 42 No. 7

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MISSION: To create opportunities that allow older residents of Douglas County to remain independent and active in their homes and communities.

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SAVE THE DATE - AUGUST 29 Alzheimer’s Association Benefit

Local businesses are sponsoring a 5K and Family Fun Day from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, August 29 at the Adult Sports Complex, 5101 Speicher Road (near Clinton Lake). Events include a 5K walk/run and family friendly carnival, as well as team competitions of kickball, volleyball, and tug-of-war. The run will begin at 8 a.m., the walk at 9 a.m. Children’s activities and team competitions will be scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ticket prices are $5 for children 5 and under; $10 for children 6-14; $25 for adults 15 and over; and $35 for team competition registration. All proceeds will go to the Alzheimer’s Association for local and national aide and research. Lunch, which will consist of hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, cookies, and a drink, will be provided for a $5.00 donation. More information and tickets are available at http://act.alz.org/site/Calendar, or contact Taira Metcalf at Tmetcalf@5ssl.com.

LAWRENCE PARKS AND RECREATION

Lifelong Recreation Program Marks Anniversary

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BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK Need your blood pressure checked? Midland Care Connection will be providing free blood pressure checks for seniors at the Lawrence Senior Center on Monday, July 13 from 11 a.m. to noon. It’s wise to monitor your blood pressure as part of your ongoing health regimen. What could be easier than stopping by the Lawrence Senior Center on the second Monday of the month for a quick check? No appointment necessary. Just drop in!

After one year of planning programs for people age 50 and older, Lifelong Recreation staff want to talk with participants. Comment sessions will be held Wednesday, July 8 at Holcom Recreation Center from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 6-7 p.m. The current Lifelong Recreation program includes fitness, travel, technology and instruction classes with plans to expand outdoor and creative programming. The public is encouraged to stop by Holcom Recreation Center to share their experiences and expectations. The information gathered will help create a foundation for the upcoming program year.

Holcom Recreation Center is located at 2700 W 27th Street. If you cannot attend, but would like to speak with LPRD staff, please contact Gayle Sigurdson directly at 785-8327920 or gsigurdson@lawrenceks.org.

THANK YOU, OFFICE HELPLINE, for being our most recent sponsor for ReINVENT Retirement!

ReINVENT Retirement is an initiative to attract retirees to relocate to Lawrence and Douglas County.

Pictured L to R: Jan Stewart, owner Office Helpline, Brenna Buchanan Young and Kristin Scheurer, Douglas County Senior Services.

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NEW GENERATION SOCIETY OF LAWRENCE (NGSL) Offers Opportunities Galore!

By Janet Prestoy When Kate Campbell moved to Lawrence from South Dakota to be closer to her children and grandchildren, she knew the community had much to offer. “I found out about NGSL by reading a reference to the organization during my first months living here.” she said. “I immediately signed up when I saw the interesting array of programs and discovered that most lasted only about an hour. I was looking for a way to meet people and learn more about the Lawrence community.

NGSL has proven to be the perfect resource for me. This organization has helped make Lawrence my home. I am grateful for their welcome.”

New Generation Society of Lawrence (NGSL) was founded in 1997. Membership in NGSL is for active, intellectually curious adults interested in lifelong learning and in exploring our community and state. Members exchange ideas, make connections, and form lasting friendships.

Many people are living fuller, longer, healthier lives. These individuals have intellectual and cultural interests that are not met elsewhere. We are fortunate to live in a historically significant area as well as near the University of Kansas, a world-renowned research and teaching institution. NGSL is able to leverage local resources and learning opportunities to help members stay involved in a vibrant, intellectually stimulating environment.

Larry and Jacqueline Gadt joined NGSL shortly after moving to

Lawrence in 2002. “Membership has meant a great deal to both of us. We enjoy the continuous learning that NGSL offers. We also thoroughly enjoy getting to know members through both the learning and social aspects of NGSL. Its philanthropic aspect is a wonderful way to contribute to local causes.”

There is no age requirement or KU alumni status to become a member. All you need is an interest in lifelong learning, making friends, and a willingness to pay the annual dues of $50 per person, plus a nominal fee for programs. NGSL is partnered with the Hall Center for the Humanities at the University of Kansas, which shares our goal of life-long learning.

Programs are offered during the fall and spring semesters. The programs - typically one hour each - cover a wide variety of subjects, including history, local artists, economic issues, spring flower tour, trips to art museums,

A recent NGSL program took place in the studio of Louis Copt, local fine artist. The group was treated to a demonstration by the artist (pictured at left) and a lively discussion. (Photo courtesy of Phyllis Copt.)

golf lessons, downtown business development, technology primers, luminaries of KU, KU coaches, and local authors. Special events are also offered, such as theater performances along with behindthe-scenes tours, restaurant tastings, and road trips to local attractions such as local vineyards for tastings. University of Kansas dignitaries and professors also give programs on various topics of interest. “There’s something for everyone.” said Mark Osborn, a long-time member along with his wife Susan. For Larry Gadt, favorite programs are ones related to history, as well as programs that connect him more deeply to the community, i.e., KU topics and tours, local artist’s studios, and local businesses.

When asked about memorable programs she’s attended, Kate

Campbell replied, “It’s hard to limit the list, as the quality is usually excellent and the variety is exciting. Through NGSL, I’ve been introduced to the University campus, touring the new buildings, attending curator presentations at the Spencer Art Museum, exploring backstage at the University Theater in Murphy Hall, at the Lied Center, and at Bales Recital Hall. All are places I’d never have access to otherwise.”

In addition to the programming, NGSL members have fun and enjoy socializing. Four annual events provide opportunities for socializing and networking. For more information on NGSL, contact the Hall Center for the Humanities at the University of Kansas at 785-864-7825, email NGSL at ngsl@ku.edu, or visit the website at NGSLawrence.org.

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AICR HEALTHTALK

Karen Collins, MS, RD, CDN - American Institute for Cancer Research I’m trying to break the habit of automatically cleaning my plate, but I don’t like to waste food. Is there a healthy compromise?

The bottom line is to put less food on your plate. You may be feeding fewer people at home or need fewer calories than in the past, but still preparing the same amount for meals. Save money and prevent food waste by buying and preparing less. When eating out you can order smaller portions, skip extra courses, or even order an appetizer and a salad or soup instead of a traditional main dish. If you start with smaller portions there won’t be as much food left behind.

Another strategy is to develop the habit of using your extra food for future meals. Many foods can be frozen, providing an easy option for when you don’t have time or energy to cook. Bringing lunch from home using leftovers can be a key time-saving strategy, packing things up “to go” immediately as you put away food following a meal. This works if you eat lunch at home too. You also can use food you don’t eat at one meal in a different form in another meal in the next few days. For example, you can add leftover vegetables, fruit, poultry, meat and seafood to soups, casseroles, salads or sandwiches.

If you consider your question from another angle, eating more than what your body needs is actually wasting food because excess calories contribute to weight gain. The good news is that you can avoid food waste working from either end - by preparing less or by using extra food for other meals - and eat food portions that support your good health.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO DELIVER MEALS - Do you have an hour or so to spare around lunch time?

How about helping the Senior Meals program deliver meals to homebound seniors? Volunteers are needed now!

to Summer is a particularly challenging time for the program, as we lose student volunteers, and others have summer s travel plans. This is a very rewarding volunteer experience, guaranteed to put a smile on your face. To become a riety volunteer meal delivery driver, or for more information, contact the DCSS Senior Meals program at 785-842-0543.

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How Cool are You? Fans and A/C Units Available

Summer is here and the temperature’s rising. We want to help you stay cool! The employees at Westar Energy have donated fans for seniors in need. We also have a limited number of window unit air conditioners available. You are eligible if you are over age 60 and your income is below 185% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines ($1,799 monthly/$21,589 yearly for a household of one; $2,425 monthly/$29,100 yearly for a household of two).

Both fans and air conditioners will be available to qualified applicants on a first come, first served basis. For information call 842-0543.

Learn What to Expect at

“Welcome to Medicare” July 15

Are you new to Medicare? Do you have questions? Join Community Services Program Assistant and Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) Coordinator Criss Tomlin for this overview of the Medicare program from noon to 1 p.m., Wednesday July 15. Participants are free to bring their lunch or reserve one through our Senior Meals program. For more information please contact Criss at Douglas County Senior Services, 785-842-0543 or toll free 1-877-295-3277.

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You Need Legal Help - Where Can You Go?

A Letter From District Attorney Charles Branson Whether it be for a traffic, criminal, civil or other legal issue, each week at the District Attorney’s Office, we get calls from people who do not already have a private attorney, but they find themselves in the position of needing immediate legal advice.

These people turn to our office because they do not know where to go for help. Unfortunately, our office is statutorily prohibited from providing legal advice to private citizens and we cannot make attorney recommendations or refer the callers to specific

attorneys. In response to this need within our community, this month I want to provide information on the Kansas Bar Association’s (KBA) “Call-a-Lawyer” phone line.

In the KBA’s June 5 press release, they encouraged anyone who needs legal advice to call 800-928-3111 between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. The first service was held on June 11 and it will repeated the second Thursday of each month. Attorneys donate their time to answer questions

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MAKING HEALTH INSURANCE MAKE SENSE Answers to Some of the Most Commonly Asked Questions

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From Coverage to Care is a ent campaign to connect people to ion the care they need to help them live a long and healthy life. By al educating people about their rney.) coverage, empowering them with

the tools they need to be able to use it, and making the health system easier to navigate, we can reduce health care costs and improve health outcomes.

For example, the Coverage to Care materials will explain the many reasons why emergency room care only should be used in the case of an emergency.

One reason is, when you use the emergency room instead of a primary care physician, it will cost both you and your health insurance plan more money.

The materials also include basic guidelines to some of the health insurance terms that may be unfamiliar, such as “deductible”, which is the amount you have to pay before your plan starts paying part of the cost; “co-payment” and “coinsurance” which refer to the amount or percentage, respectively, that you will have to pay after the deductible is met, and “network”, which means the group of doctors and hospitals that will cost you the least when you seek treatment.

The Coverage to Care tools are available at http://marketplace. cms.gov/c2c. Many are available in both English and Spanish, and more resources are being added on a regular basis.

Among the tools is The “Roadmap to Better Care and a Healthier You” which includes eight steps which will walk you through everything you need

to know to make the most of your coverage, including what common health care coverage terms mean; knowing where to go for care; how to prepare for an appointment with a provider; what to expect when visiting the doctor’s office; and how to take advantage of preventive services that can help you stay healthy.

The Roadmap also includes a list of resources and a personal health screening log.

There are also videos that contain tips for you to navigate your new health plan and fully enjoy its benefits. The video series can be found at the previously

mentioned link and includes segments on “Understanding the Plan;” “Words to Know;” “Finding a Provider;” “Making an Appointment;” and “My First Visit.”

We know that a better understanding of the healthcare system improves quality of life for people and reduces avoidable costs; two goals of the Affordable Care Act. So, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, provides this information to help you use the system wisely, for primary care and the preventive services that are right for you, to help achieve these two goals.

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Choosing a Home Blood Pressure Monitor Dear Savvy Senior, Can you offer me any tips on choosing a home blood pressure monitor? I just found out I have high blood pressure, and my doctor told me I need a monitor for the house so I can keep an eye on it.

Shopping Around Dear Shopping, Almost everyone with high blood pressure or prehypertension should have a home blood pressure monitor.

Home monitoring can help you keep tabs on your blood pressure in a comfortable setting. Plus, if you’re taking medication it will make certain it’s working, and alert you to a health problem if it arises. Here are

some tips to help you choose a good monitor.

Types of Monitors The two most popular types of home blood pressure monitors on the market today are (electric and/ or battery powered) automatic arm monitors, and automatic wrist monitors.

With an automatic arm monitor, you simply wrap the cuff around your bicep and with the push of one button the cuff inflates and deflates automatically giving you your blood pressure reading on the display window in a matter of seconds.

Wrist monitors work similarly, except they attach to the wrist. Wrist monitors are also smaller in size and

a bit more comfortable to use than the arm monitors, but they tend to be a little less accurate.

To help you choose the best monitor for you, here are several things you need to check into: • Fit: Using a cuff that’s the wrong size can result in a bad reading. Most arm models have two sizes or an adjustable cuff that fits most people.

Make sure your choice fits the circumference of your upper arm.

• Accuracy: Check the packaging to make sure the monitor has been independently tested and validated for accuracy and reliability. You can see a list of validated monitors at dableducational.org.

• Ease of use: Be sure the display on the monitor is easy to read and understand, and that the buttons are big enough. The directions for applying the cuff and operating the monitor should be clear.

• Extra features: Many monitors come with additional features such as irregular heartbeat detection that checks for arrhythmias and other abnormalities; a risk category indicator that tells you whether your blood pressure is in the high range; a data-averaging function that allows you to take multiple readings and get an overall average; multiple user memory that allows two or more users to save previous readings; and computer connections so you can download the data to your computer.

• Portability: If you plan to take your monitor with you while traveling, look for one with a carrying case.

Where to Shop You can find blood pressure monitors at pharmacies, medical supply stores or online, and you don’t need a prescription to buy one.

The price will typically range anywhere from $30 to $120 or more.

Unfortunately, original Medicare does not pay for home blood pressure monitors unless you’re receiving dialysis at home. But if you have a Medicare Advantage plan or a private health insurance policy itís worth checking into, because some plans may provide coverage.

Some of the best arm monitors as recently recommended by Consumer Reports include the Rite Aid Deluxe Automatic BP3AR1-4DRITE; iHealth Dock BP3 (requires an Apple iOS device); Omron 10 Series BP786; A&D Medical UA767F; and the ReliOn BP200. And the top recommended wrist monitor is the Omron 7 Series BP652.

After you buy a monitor, it’s a good idea to take it to your doctor’s office so they can check its accuracy and teach you the proper techniques of how and when to use it.

For more information on how to measure your blood pressure accurately at home, see the American Heart Association Blood Pressure Monitoring tutorial page at homeBPmonitoring.org.

(Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.)

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JULY 2015 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

15 Douglas County Coalition on Aging (DCCOA), 8 a.m., Lawrence Senior Center.

15 Welcome to Medicare Meeting, 12 to 1 p.m., Lawrence Senior Center.

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

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.

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10 Lawrence Chronic Illness Support Group, Location varies. Please call Rachel at 979-5393 or Jean at 865-0016 for information.

15 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.

13 Breast Cancer Support Group, 5:30 p.m., Presbyterian Manor, 1429 Kasold.

For information, call 842-5250 or 840-2768.

16 Low Vision/Blind Outreach Ministry Dinner, 5:30-7 p.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church and Student Center, 2104 Bob Billings

20 DCSS Caregiver Support Group, 2:15-3:45 p.m., Lawrence Senior Center. For information call Janet, 842-0543.

21 Parkinson’s Support Group, 2 p.m., First Presbyterian Church. For more information call Elaine, 760-1026.

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

21 Grief Support Group, 10:30 a.m., Grace Hospice, 1420 Wakarusa, Ste. 202. For information call Dave Jenkins at 785-228-0400.

27 Breast Cancer Support Group, 5:30 p.m., Presbyterian Manor, 1429 Kasold. For information, call 8425250 or 840-2768.

The University Bridge Club of Lawrence meets Saturdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Contact Cora at 8425567 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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Leisure and Learning CataLog

Leisure and Learning Catalog - Course Description

• 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.

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.

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

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.

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.

• 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.

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HEALTH & FITNESS

Yoga for Every Body (Douglas County Senior Services) Tuesdays, July 7 - August 25, 3-4 p.m. Fee: $28. Location: Lawrence Senior Center.

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.

CYCLING - PEDAL PUSHERS (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Fridays, July 31-August 28, 11:15 a.m.-Noon. Fee: $22 Location: Community Building Indoor cycling increases endurance and strength in your lower body, core and upper body. This is a beginning and introductory class for older adults and is designed for those with no experience with indoor cycling. Bikers can modify their cycling resistance and pace according to their own fitness level. There are no fancy steps to learn so even if you don’t know how to ride a bicycle, you can have an excellent aerobic workout.

Instructor: Melanie Johnson Register at www.lprd.org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Silver N’ Fit (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 28-August 27, 8:30-9:20 a.m.

Fee: $30 Location: Sports Pavilion

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Yogilate Recreat Silver Steppers (Lawrence Monday Parks and Recreation) 27-Aug Wednesdays, July 29-August 26, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Fee: $19 Fee: $30 Location: East Lawrence Center Center

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scheduled programming. For more information, contact the Recreation Center, 832-7950.

Pickleball - Open Play (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Monday-Friday at Lyons Park and Sports Pavilion Lawrence.

For competitive, recreational and beginning players. Call Gayle at the Community Building, 8327920, for specific days and times.

There is no charge for open play.

Badminton - Open Play (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Badminton players are enthusiastic about the agility, pace, fitness and FUN of the game. Local badminton fans will be playing at Sports Pavilion Lawrence on Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m., July 7-August 25. The court is open to players of all skill levels. Equipment is provided; players are welcome to bring their own.

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.

EDUCATION, HOBBY & FINANCE AARP Smart Driver Course (Douglas County Senior Services) Thursday and Friday, July 17 & 18, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fee: $15 for AARP Members, $20 for nonmembers. Location: Lawrence Senior Center.

Refresh your driving skills with the AARP Smart Driver Course. You will learn defensive

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driving techniques, proven safety strategies, and new traffic laws and rules of the road. Plus, there are no tests to pass; simply sign up and learn. Upon completion you could receive a multi-year discount on your car insurance.

Lunch from noon to 1 p.m. on your own. Limited spots available, please call 842-0543 to register.

Fundamentals of Estate Planning (Douglas County Senior Services & Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Tuesday, August 25, 2-3:30 p.m.

Fee: None. Location: Carnegie Building, East Gallery, 200 West Ninth St. 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

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Trust; an overview of probate administration; the impact of estate and gift taxes; nontestamentary transfer options, such as holding property in a joint tenancy; powers of attorney for financial and healthcare decision-making; 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-and-answer period. No need to register.

American Mah Jongg (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Wednesdays, July 15-August 19, 7-9 p.m. Fee: $35 Location: Castle Tea Room.

This fascinating rummy-like game was originally played solely by the Chinese ruling classes. Now with patience and a few lessons, anyone can master the intricacies of this classic game. Instructor: Pearl Neaves. Register at www.lprd. org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

Leisure and Learning CataLog

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.

Laughter Reigns - Join the 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, 8437469, ext. 201.

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785-813-1851 www.vievehealth.org

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.

Painters Palette (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Saturdays, July 11 and 25, 9:30 a.m. - Noon. Location: Community Building 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 and attend on the second and fourth Saturday of each month. Bring your own supplies, suggested supply list available from instructor. Instructor: Lori Dalrymple. No registration required, fee of $20 applies to each drop-in session attended.

MUSIC Beginning Ukulele (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Wednesdays, July 15-August 5, 6-7 p.m. Fee: $29 Location: Castle Tea Room This beginning uke course will cover tuning, basic chords and beginning strum patterns.

Share the fun while learning to play commonly known songs.

Students brand new to ukulele are welcome! Ukuleles are not provided. If you are considering buying one, please contact the instructor before class and she will guide you in buying a good starter one. Come share the joy of Aloha! Instructor: Linda Tilton.

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

New Horizons Band (Douglas County Senior Services) (Resumes in the fall)

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Registe Lawren DAY/SHORT TRIPS John Brown Historic Site and Blackjack Battlefield (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Thursday, August 20, 8:45 a.m.1:30 p.m. Fee: $27 Learn more about the Civil War

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on the Western Frontier era on a tour to the John Brown Historic Site in Osawatomie, Kansas.

Housed in the Adair cabin, the site was a station on the Underground Railroad and used by John Brown as his headquarters. We will also stop at the Black Jack Battlefield near Baldwin City, site of a pitched battle between John Brown and Missouri Pro-slavery s men. Registration includes nty transportation and fees, lunch on your own. Co-sponsored with ”the Watkins Museum of History.

Register at www.lprd.org or any Truck! Lawrence Recreation Center. lose nder a Fort Scott and Louisburg Cider Mill (Lawrence Parks and end, Recreation) ope, ’ll fight Tuesday, September 22, 8:30 a.m.6 p.m. Fee: $50 on a to win Fort Scott is a restored 1840’s rive Dream. military fort with 20 historic s of the structures that tell the story of tary of three decades of American history including Westward Expansion, Bleeding Kansas, and the Civil War. The trip will include a stop ber at the Louisburg Cider Mill to al watch the apple pressing and enjoy be ets will local cider. Registration includes transportation and fees, lunch on dom e dress your own. Co-sponsored with the Watkins Museum of History.

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

Leisure and Learning CataLog

in Garnett houses a collection of mostly early twentieth century American paintings, sculptures, prints and drawings considered one of the most extraordinary art collections in the Midwest. The Safari Museum in Chanute tells the remarkable story of Martin and Osa Johnson, photographers, explorers, naturalists, authors and native Kansans. The Johnsons traveled the world from 1917 to 1936 and captured the public’s imagination with their films and books of adventure in distant exotic lands. Registration includes transportation and fees; lunch on your own. Register at www.lprd. org or any Lawrence Recreation Center.

GROUP GETAWAY TOURS

Watch for information about the following trips and more in upcoming issues of 60 & Better.

Check the Group Getaways website:www.mygroupgetaways.net.

October 19-30: Washington DC (tentative date-details coming soon) Dec 1-3: Branson Christmas (details coming soon) ALSO HAPPENING at Senior Services...

Popcorn Fridays (Ongoing) Every Friday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fee: None, but donations appreciated.

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Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Join us each Friday afternoon to enjoy a bag of freshly popped popcorn, just like you’d get at the movie theater. What a perfect snack to start off the weekend. Limit 1 free bag per person, while supplies last.

Pool & Coffee (Ongoing) - Lawrence Senior Center, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m.

- Baldwin Senior Center, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Bingo (Ongoing) - Lawrence Senior Center: Thursdays, 11-11:45 a.m.

- Eudora Dining Center: Wednesdays, 12:30-1 p.m.

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Safari Museum and Walker Art Gallery (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Tuesday, October 20, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) Volunteer Training - AUGUST 18-20 There’s still time to register for our annual SHICK volunteer training.

Learn how to help Medicare beneficiaries with their health insurance questions. The 3-day training will be held at the Lawrence Senior Center on August 18, 19, and 20.

Following training volunteers may choose to offer guidance as a Comprehensive Medicare Counselor, assisting beneficiaries in all areas of Medicare, or they may choose to help with Open Enrollment for Medicare managed care and prescription drug plans. Volunteers may also help in our DCSS SHICK Call Center a few hours a week.

If you are interested in hearing more about these rewarding volunteer opportunities, please contact Criss Tomlin, SHICK Coordinator at Douglas County Senior Services, (785) 842-0543.

JULY

Menu Entrées Wednesday, July 1 - Chicken Enchiladas Thursday, July 2 - Baked Ham Friday, July 3 - CLOSED for INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY Monday, July 6 - Swiss Steak Tuesday, July 7 - Teriyaki Chicken Wednesday, July 8 - Spaghetti & Meatballs Thursday, July 9 - Rib Sandwich Friday, July 10 - Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad Monday, July 13 - BBQ Pulled Pork Tuesday, July 14 - Tomato & Basil Chicken Wednesday, July 15 - Hamburger Thursday, July 16 - Caribbean Chicken with Rice Friday, July 17 - Ham Salad Monday, July 20 - Sloppy Joe Tuesday, July 21 - Ham, Macaroni & Cheese Wednesday, July 22 - Chicken Spaghetti Thursday, July 23 - Smothered Steak Friday, July 24 - Chicken Salad

Offering you Quality and Services Above the Rest Nine Deficiency Free Surveys Restaurant Style Dining Still One All Inclusive Price for Care and Services

Stop by today and talk with Director Sue Brown.

321 Crimson Avenue, Baldwin City, KS • 785-594-4255

Monday, July 27 - Meatloaf Tuesday, July 28 - Chicken Strips Wednesday, July 29 - Sweet & Sour Chicken with Rice Thursday, July 30 - Beef Enchiladas Friday, July 31 - Tuna Salad (Menu subject to change without notice.)

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DINING CENTER LOCATIONS Please call by 11 a.m. on the day before to make a reservation. All meals are served by Noon. All DCSS Dining Centers meet accessibility guidelines established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

A donation of $3.25 per meal is suggested. To cancel a meal at any of the dining centers please call 785-842-0543 and leave a message.

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Margaret Hawkins, coordinator 842-6976 Babcock Place Apartments 17th & Massachusetts, Lawrence

Eudora Dining Center

Carol Mason, coordinator 760-2102 Pinecrest II Apts.

924 Walnut, Eudora

Baldwin Senior Center

Maxine Scott, coordinator (785) 594-2409 1221 Indiana, Baldwin City For information about meals in Lecompton, call 842-0543. ride at no additional charge.

Our drivers provide Door to Door assistance.

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

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL RIDES. SCHEDULE EARLY: Due to a heavy demand for transportation, rides may be

“What’s for lunch?”

“Grab & Go”

Senior Carry-out Meals Available On the go? In a hurry? No time to sit and eat?

Senior Meals Grab & Go is the answer!

Carry-out meals are available to seniors age 60 and over and their spouses who need a fast, nutritious meal on the go. Call any Senior Dining Center at least a day in advance to reserve your meal, and it will be ready to Grab & Go. A donation of $3.25 per meal is suggested. For more information about the Senior Dining Center nearest you, see the listings in this newsletter. Home delivered meals for homebound seniors are also available.

Call the Senior Meals Program at 842-0543 for information. 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.

HOME TOO CLUTTERED? Get organized this summer.

Let me help you clear out the clutter & simplify your home and your life!

Organize U. (785) 843-8345 margcarlson@sunflower.com

Marguerite Carlson

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LEGALESE

by Molly Wood

Q: Would you know the difference between a Registered Financial Planner (RFP) and a Certified Financial Planner (CFP)?* How about an Accredited Retirement Plan Specialist (ARPS) versus a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA**)?

A: The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection

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Act directed the Office of Financial Protection for Older Americans in the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to make recommendations to Congress and the Securities and Exchange Commission on the best practices for: (i) disseminating information regarding the legitimacy of certifications of financial advisers who advise seniors; (ii) methods in which a senior can identify the financial adviser most appropriate for the senior’s needs; and (iii) methods by which a senior can verify a financial adviser’s credentials.

According to the CFPB’s report (you can find the whole report and other useful information for consumers, at www.consumerfinance.gov), financial advisers are using more than 50 “senior” titles or designations to suggest they have expertise helping older Americans with their investments. In reality, the credentials can mislead potential customers.

The financial services industry is complex and its professionals use multiple overlapping titles. Many consumers do not understand the basic differences between financial professions and the services they provide. And the

large number of similar-sounding senior designations creates additional, undue complexity for consumers shopping for senior expertise in financial planning and investing.

The CFPB’s findings are particularly troubling because study after study has shown that older Americans are attractive targets for investment fraud.

People 60 and older make up 15% of the population, but account for an estimated 30 percent of investment fraud victims, according to AARP. Older Americans can be more susceptible to deceptive marketing, because they’re more likely to experience a decline in cognitive thinking, which could impair their ability to manage their investments and are, therefore, more likely to rely on the advice of a pro who uses an alphabet-soup senior designation.

In addition, they’re more susceptible to what are known as “relationship sales tactics” (the financial adviser will be your new best friend).

Trouble is, many of these similar-sounding titles have few, if any, requirements - and oversight of the designations is scattershot. “Consumers risk paying for an adviser they believe has a breadth of experience, but who, in reality, simply paid a website for multiple designations,” the report says.

None of this is to say that you

should steer clear of financial advisers. Quite the contrary. But you deserve a consumer financial marketplace that is transparent and fair, where you can easily compare among products and services to determine those that best meet your needs. Be sure to do your homework when you are hiring someone to help you protect your nest egg.

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presentation July 15th Join Veteran Service Representative Rick Massey for a discussion on cash assistance provided by the VA for low-income veterans and surviving spouses age 65 and over. The presentation will be held Wednesday, July 15 at 1:30 p.m. at the Lawrence Senior Center. For information, call 785-843-5233.

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(Oldsters United for Responsible Service)

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Dr. Cook’s Medicine Show

(Business Meeting 5 p.m.)

Borderline Country

DCSS Board of Directors Dennis Domer, Chair

Judy Wright,Vice Chair

Kathy Clausing-Willis, Secretary

Doni Mooberry, Treasurer

Judy Bellome Kelly Calvert

Dr. Phil Godwin Hank Booth

Ellen Paulsen Steve Tesdahl

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Experience the latest in hearing aid technology!

Oticon’s Inium circuit is available in all models and uses smart frequency shifting and phase inversion technologies to suppress feedback while still maintaining a high level of audibility. Users experience the best possible signal fidelity through quiet operation and clearer distinctiveness of sounds.

Siemens’ Aquaris model is the only truly waterproof, rustproof, and shockproof hearing aid available. Siemens also makes rechargeable hearing aids and hearing aids that mask tinnitus while amplifying.

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

Marston Hearing Center is an authorized dealer for Oticon, Phonak, Resound, Starkey, and other major brands. We provide parts and in-house repairs for most hearing aids as well as manufacturer repairs on all makes of hearing aids.

Call Gerald Whiteside, Au.D., CCC-A today!

Editor: Janet Ikenberry Executive Director: Kristin Scheurer

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