SENIOR June/July 2016
IN THIS ISSUE:
FDA DRUG WARNINGS HOSPICE OWNER JUST DOWN THE ROAD IN TEXAS UNDER INVESTIGATION FOR ORDERING FASTER PATIENT DEATHS
Serving S.E.N.M. and W. Texas
Confidential
DOCTOR BOB AND CHERYL SMITH HE DELIVERED OVER 1,500 BABIES
Where to find help when you need it most!
DINORA GUTHRIE
81 AND WORKING EVERYDAY
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Dr. Bob & Cheryl Smith
In Memory of Patsy Cline
What does FDA say about some of the drugs you are being given? What are they? How you can take control of your health by being informed
Lea County Seniors
Stories about you -- your friends and neighbors
Senior Confidential is a publication of Seniors Standing Strong, a non profit organization. Write us at: P.O. Box 770, Hobbs, NM 88241 If you have a special person you would like to honor, or have a story to tell that will help others, please email us. Publication dates are August, October, December, February, April, and June. If you would like to advertise in Senior Confidential Magazine, please send request to the email listed below.
The Hanna List: Finding help for the simple things in life. Dinora Guthrie: Helping victims of domestic violence for decades Honoring Donors Mayor receives standing ovation at Faith In Action Banquet Texas Hospice under investigation for ending lives early
Email: hannajudy@icloud.com Entertainment and Activities and The Hanna List 4
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Dinora Guthrie Is 81 And Is At Work Every Day In the 1960’s Dinora CarrejoGuthrie had two small children with little resources. She was determined to provide for her family. She moved to Northern California and pursued an education. In 1978, she moved to Hobbs and enrolled in the community college, a move that would shape her life and the lives of others for decades to come. It was in a class at NMJC where a young woman fainted as a result of injuries suffered at hands her husband. Dinora struggeled to find help, but the lack of community services to assist her new friend were simply not available. It touched Dinora’s heart leading her to establish Option, Inc., a shelter for all victims of domestic violence, a place to escape, an option, and a choice for a better life. Option, Inc. is the third oldest shelter in New Mexico and the only shelter in Lea County. Dinora is the only founding director of a shelter in New Mexico who is still on the job. This undertaking is not her only involvement. She is a founding member of the New Mexico Coalition
Against Domestic Violence, served on the Governor’s Committee on Juvenile Justice, was recognied by U.S. Representative, Steve Pearce for her dedication and passion in assisting families of domestic violence, and is the recipient of the Sunshine Peace Award, a national award honoring the vital role domestic violence workers play in bringing hope, healing and safety to survivors of abuse.
DINORA’S WISH: THAT THE CITY OF HOBBS WOULD SELL THE BUILDING TO OPTION WHERE THE SHELTER HAS OPERATED FOR 30 YEARS When asked what her greatest wish is, Dinora said, “to own the building where Option is located on Dalmont in the previous offices of Dr. Bill and Dr. Demarious Badger.” The building is owned by the City of Hobbs, Dinora said. She would like to expand and renovate the shelter so it can hold and help more victims, but she said funding sources are hesitant to hand grants to an organization for remodel when the structure is owned by someone else. “The Badgers even wrote a letter years ago to the city that they wanted and supported the location as a domestic violence center,” she said. The facility was purchased through a Community Development Block Grant 30 years
ago, which requires a governmental entity to own the building. Dinora would like the City of Hobbs to allow the building to change ownership into the hands of Option, Inc. The community support from many entities has been what has sustained Option, Inc. Dinora said there are no words to express gratitude to the J.F Maddox Foundation and the Mabee Foundation for their endless support to Option, Inc. Their support has had a profound impact on the lives of thousands of Lea County residents. Dinora has long been active in social justice. In the 1960’s while living in Yuma, AZ., she worked with migrant farmers and realized the need for early childhood education for the migrant children. With the assistance of the community, Dinora developed curriculum for migrant children -the first of its kind in Arizona. In the early 1970’s, while in Portland, OR., Dinora again felt the need for action. Using her experience from Yuma, she started the Pacific Indian Pre-school for native American children in the Northwest. Dinora’s three children, Robert a retired NMJC professor, Angela, a human resource professional and Jeana, an employee of the Hobbs News Sun are all residents of Hobbs. Once in awhile, when this 81-year old powerhouse decides to have a moment to herself after working 8 to 10 hours a day, she loves to paint, move furniture and have quality time with her children.
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OUR SENIORS BRING GREAT WISDOM TO THE COMMUNITY, AND IT IS THAT SPIRIT THAT DEFINES HOBBS AS A UNIQUE PLACE TO LIVE, WORK, AND RAISE OUR CHILDREN.
Hobbs Mayor, Sam Cobb
HOBBS MAYOR SAM COBB, THE MEMORY OF PATSY CLINE, AND JAN CLINE AULD RECEIVE STANDING OVATION AT FAITH IN ACTION BANQUET When Mayor Cobb stood up and began to present a Proclamation from the City of Hobbs to honor Patsy Cline, Founder of Faith in Action, a packed banquet hall at Lea County Event Center rose to their feet with a mass standing ovation. He presented the honor to Jan Cline, daughter of Patsy. Jonathan Sena, City Commissioner presented information and proclamations from U.S. Representative Steve Pearce and State Senator, Gay Kernan. Represenative Pearce will present the accomplishments of Patsy Cline on the floor of the U.S. House which will become part of the permanent record. Senator Gay Kernan and the N.M. State Senate provided a heartfelt Proclamation regarding Patsy Cline’s life of service. Lea County Commissioners proclaimed Patsy Cline Day for what would have been her 87th birthday in April. Thanks to our outstanding leaders for their genuine thoughtfulness in honoring our seniors who have given so much for residents and our county.
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In all states, upon the death of the Medicaid recipient, the state will seek repayment of its Medicaid outlays that were made on behalf of the Medicaid Note that although that your home may be exempt recipient. at the time the owner applies for Medicaid, a few So, for example, if Mom was in the nursing states will begin to count the house once six months home for two years and the state was paying the have passed, if it is clear that the owner will never nursing home $4,000/month for her care, then be able to return to the house based on a physician’s the state will file a claim against Mom’s estate in examination and conclusion. However, this is the the amount of $4,000 x 24 months = $96,000. minority position, and in most states the house If the house was still in Mom’s name at her death, then in will continue to be exempt for the duration of the order to repay the state the $96,000, the house will have applicant’s lifetime. If the Medicaid recipient who is in to be sold. Any amount of proceeds in excess of the a nursing home is married and the spouse lives in the $96,000 can then be distributed under Mom’s will, family house, it remains exempt until his or her death. e.g., typically to her children.
GOING TO A NURSING HOME? MEDICAID IS NOT FREE
NOR LEA LUNCHEONS BRING OUT 60-80 SENIORS ON A REGULAR BASIS Monthly luncheons are held for seniors, at Nor Lea, and feature a speaker.
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New Mexico State Senator Gay Kernan District 42
CELEBRATING OUR SENIOR CITIZEN POPULATION ggkern@valornet.com
505-629-8081
Seniors at Nor Lea heard a presentation on Seniors Standing Strong Nonprofit Organization from Founder, Judy Hanna at a recent luncheon in Lovington
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EDITORIAL COMMENT
“About Senior Confidential” There is no magazine just for senior citizens in the geographic area that focuses on needs or challenges that directly impact our senior citizens. We share some of the comments made by seniors and their families in the immediate area, not to cast a negative light on those who fail seniors, but to shine a light on how seniors can be treated better. COMMENTS FROM THIS AREA One resident is questioning why a facility for Dementia/Alzheimers patients would take a dementia resident to the bank to change her account when the facility won’t take her mother to doctor’s appointments. The daughter says she has to take her mother to the doctor. Area residents continue to complain about the strong smell of urine in a couple of short and long term facilities in the area, and urge their friends to report this neglect to the State of NM. One woman said, “it breaks my heart to walk into some of these places where seniors are stacked up in rows or around a room in their wheelchairs with their heads hanging down. Doesn’t that mean that those residents are being doped and drugged?” “I think they are doing this as chemical restraints on those living there to keep from having to actually take care of them, which is illegal.” Note: New Mexico is a mandatory reporting state, and any person who observes any type of mistreatment or neglect of seniors is required to report the deficiency to the state, call 911, and if you receive no satisfaction, contact news media sources to blow a whistle on bad care. NOTICE MISSING PILLS: Reports of care workers and family stealing senior pain medications. Report it to police!
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Area residents are asking for more information on media accounts regarding a Hospice down the road in Texas: We share this report FBI AFFIDAVIT ALLEGES TEXAS HOSPICE CAUGHT ORDERING EXCELLERATED DEATHS OF PATIENTS DALLAS — The owner of a Dallas-area hospice ordered nurses to increase drug dosages for patients to speed their deaths and maximize profits, according to an FBI affidavit. A copy of the affidavit for a search warrant obtained by in Dallas-Fort Worth alleges Brad Harris ordered higher dosages for at least four patients at Novus Health Services in Frisco. It’s unclear whether any deaths resulted from overdoses of drugs like morphine. As of March, 2016, Harris has not been charged. The warrant refers to an FBI raid on the hospice in September. It alleges Harris sent text messages to workers such as, “You need to make this patient go bye-bye.” On another occasion, Harris told administrators during a lunch meeting that he wanted to “find patients who would die within 24 hours.” In at least one instance, an employee refused to follow orders to increase a dosage, the warrant said. The document explains that federal reimbursements can diminish the longer a patient receives care. A provider eventually can be forced to return federal payments. Hospices are subject to an “aggregator cap,” which limits Medicare and Medicaid payments based on the yearly average hospice stay, meaning health-care providers do not necessarily make more money for longer hospice stays, the FBI document says.“Hospice providers have an incentive to enroll patients whose hospice stays will be short relative to the cap,” the affidavit says. Novus’ website says the company offers hospice and home health care services in these areas; Tarrant County, Benbrook, White Settlement, Fort Worth, River Oaks, Azle, Saginaw, Holtom City, Watauga, North Richland Hills, Hurst. Bedford, Euless, Grapevine, Colleyville, Keller, Arlington, Rendon, Everman, Parker County, Aledo, Dallas County, Irving, Sachse, Richardson, Dallas, Addison, Farmers Branch, Sunnyvale, Lancaster, DeSoto, Glenn Heights, Cedar Hill, Duncanville, Grand Prairie, Denton County, Coppell, Southlake, Trophy Club, Roanoke, Flower Mound, Lewisville, The Colony, Haslet, Justin, Highland Village, Corinth, Denton, Aubrey, Pilot Point, Sanger, Krum, Carrolton, Collin County, Frisco, Anna, Celina, Prosper, Princeton, Farmersville, Lucas, McKinney, Fairview, Allen, Plano, Grayson County, Whitesboro, Pottsboro, Denison, Sherman, Howe, Gunter, Van Alsteen, Cooke County, Valley View, Gainesville, Muenster, Hopkins County, Sulphur Springs, Hunt County, Greenville, Commerce, Rockwall
County, Wylie, Rockwall, Royce City, HeathGarland, Kaufman County, Mesquite, Ellis County, Red Oak, Johnson County, Mansfield, Burleson, Crowley, and Cleburne.
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THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING DONORS WHO HAVE DONATED TO SENIORS STANDING STRONG Anonymous, Hobbs, NM Kline Construction (Tommy and Karen Klein, Lubbock, Texas) Pettigrew and Associates (Debra Hicks, Hobbs, New Mexico) Heather Payne, Hobbs, New Mexico Chaparral Builders (Mary and John Jourdan, Hobbs, New Mexico) Dr. Kitty Bickford (Chalfant Eckert Publishing Co., Rolla Missouri) Danny Cutright, Hobbs, New Mexico Louise V. Owen, Apple Valley, California Linda Meador, Hobbs, New Mexico Sean Bates, McKinney, Texas Charles Hoye, Hobbs, New Mexico Cris Cutright, Hobbs, New Mexico Beverly Haynes, Hobbs, New Mexico Barbara Tinley, Hobbs, New Mexico Donna Moore, Lovington, New Mexico Michael Collins, Edmond, Oklahoma Patsy Cline, Hobbs, New Mexico Bill Trice, Denver City Texas Mike Reynolds, (American Equipment) Hobbs, New Mexico Charlene Upton, Monument, New Mexico Treva West, Albuquerque, New Mexico Albertson’s, Hobbs, New Mexico
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GETTING A DONATION WITH WHICH TO HELP OUR SENIORS IN LEA COUNTY IS LIKE YOU HAVE JUST GIVEN A SENIOR A GREAT BIG HUG!
If you would like to help Seniors Standing Strong provide seniors with many important things they need, please send to Seniors Standing Strong; P.O. Box 770, Hobbs, NM
If you decide to store your will in a safety deposit box, it is important that you keep a copy in a place where your family members can find it. That will enable them to access your box after your death.
Safe Deposit Boxes Offer Peace of Mind
One solution to bring you peace of mind is to rent a bank safe deposit box. For many years, these metal storage containers that live inside a highly secure bank vault have kept valuables safe.
You can add to the contents or take something out anytime during By Nancy Harbert regular banking hours. Best of all, Lea County State Bank you will know where everything is If you are like many Americans, and can remove that worry from you sometimes worry that you your life. couldn’t find your important Some items to consider documents in case of an emergency storing in a safe deposit like a house fire. You know they are in a folder somewhere, but not box are: all in the same place. ‡ %LUWK PDUULDJH For example, your passport might be in one drawer and the deed to your house might be in a file cabinet in another room entirely. Your grandmother’s cameo pin, which you never wear, is hidden somewhere under the bathroom sink. How would you gather everything together in a hurry, or, how would you even know if something were stolen in a burglary?
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Not only are safe deposit boxes secure, but they are affordable. According to Linda Gist, vice president of retail operations at Lea County State Bank, the annual cost of a small safe deposit box at the bank is as low as $11 per year. Sizes range from 2-by-5-by-21inches to 10-by-15-by 21-inches. If you are a LCBS customer, you could authorize the annual renewal fee to be deducted from your bank account. Every year, a reminder would be sent to you two weeks before the payment is due and notifying you that the fee would be deducted. In addition to achieving peace of mind that your valuables are safe and secure and all in one place, you won’t even have to remember to renew the safe deposit box lease agreement; Lea County State Bank will do it for you.
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We have published Senior Confidential for one year. This is the last issue of Senior Confidential Magazine for a while. We are giving our advertisers a breather and taking a break for ourselves, but will let you know when we kick in for another year of awareness, features, and special things for senior citizens. We will focus on your needs in the interim through helping with senior hunger, repairs, and assistive devices. Thank you for supporting Seniors Standing Strong!
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Cover Story Dr. Bob Smith and his wife Cheryl miss Lovington, the people, and the small town involvement, but are enjoying the simple life of retirement. Bob and Cheryl married in 1964, and met in high school. After Dr. Bob, or Pappy, as he was affectionately called, finished college at McMurry and finished Med School in Iowa, the couple returned in 1970 to Lovington where Dr. Bob opened his practice. The family was no stranger to the community and followed in the footsteps of Bob’s Dad who had taken care of patients for years. Bob’s Dad even made house calls back in the day. Many children have fond memories of going to see Dr. Bob because he talked like Donald Duck to them and made them laugh. Last count figures that Dr. Bob Smith delivered more than 1,500 babies in Lovington over the years, and he even delivered his own three children. Bob took care of prisoners for years who were escourted to his office in handcuffs, and they loved him, mainly, it was said, because he never judged anyone or felt above anyone. Cheryl plays the keyboard, and is Nana to her grandchildren. She is enjoying having quality time and fun with each grandchild! Remembering favorite places in Lovington, food, of course is always a topic for great memories. One of Dr. Bob’s favorite eating places was Rancho Grande, and Cheryl loved Pioneer Steak House. Bob and Cheryl live in Granbury, Texas, and people still ask him to “please come back to Lovington.” But, all in all, he is enjoying retirement, playing golf and fishing. Cheryl said she “takes care of him and the grandkids who are ages 2 - 31, and enjoys every minute of it.” “It was a good life in Lovington and we enjoyed raising our kids there.” “We also miss our New Beginnings Church, playing on the worship team, and the relationships with the people.” Both agree that their lives have been very simple. They look forward to coming to town in June for the 55th class reunion! The couple will also be celebrating their 51st anniversary and Cheryl’s 70th birthday during the same period of time. Bob and Cheryl Smith’s fondest memories are of living in Lovington for 42 years, but all say that Granbury, Texas gained two very special people when they retired.
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owner’s signature are required up front. They are authorized to make withdrawals from your account at any time. Joint owners are wonderful for seniors who may have limited access to the office and want a designated person to perform transactions when necessary. In most cases, the account will rollover on death to the joint owner(s). Members can also give Power of Attorney designating a person to perform transaction on their behalf. Power of Attorney ends upon death and are not beneficiaries.
Ensure Your Financial Future By Mark Roddenberry Estacado Federal Credit Union Today’s modern seniors have the opportunity to determine the fate of their hard-earned savings. Planning your future can make the difference between unhappy relatives and a well-provided for family. Failing to plan, is planning to fail. What can you do? Many of our best credit union members have had accounts for many years and many don’t remember who is on their accounts now and in case of emergency. When was the last time you reviewed who has access to your account? Do you have a joint owner or a beneficiary or both on your account? What’s the difference?
Beneficiaries only are family or friends who only get account access after the members and all joint owners’ passing. The account owner can name multiple beneficiaries and how much each person will receive. A death certificate is required for a beneficiary to claim the funds. A beneficiary cannot perform transactions on the account while the primary member is still alive. Beneficiaries are great for seniors who want full control of their money now and a plan who gets the money later. Members may also choose to have both a joint owner now and a separate beneficiary if both the primary and join owners pass away.
Accounts with no joint owners or beneficiaries may be sent to the state instead of your family. It is critical to determine who is on your account while you are capable to make changes. Contact Joint owners have full access to your account now your financial institution and ask to review and may make transactions at any time (with or your account. A thoughtful account owner can without your consent). The primary and joint ensure your financial future.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Hobbs Fire Department
HOBBS DOWNTOWN SOUNDS:
301 E White, Hobbs, NM 88240
Don’t miss Downtown Sounds Summer Concert Series on Broadway in Hobbs this Summer! Grab a lawn chair and settle in for some enjoyable Hobbs Summer Nights under the stars.
Non Emergency Number: 575-397-9308
We’re here for you 24/7
HOBBS FARMER’S MARKET
In an emergency call 911
The Hobbs Farmer’s Market location will now be at Green Meadow Lake on the Hobbs/Lovington Highway and will be a perfect place to pick up some home grown and created healthy choices for your table.
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After receiving reports of deaths and other serious side effects, FDA is alerting consumers and health care professionals to concerns about the use of Fentora (fentanyl buccal) tablets, a potent opioid pain medication. Fentora is used only for treating breakthrough pain in cancer patients receiving opioid treatment and who have become tolerant to it—those who take a regular, daily, around-the-clock narcotic pain medicine. Breakthrough pain is intense increases in pain that occur rapidly, even when opioid pain-control medication is being used. People who develop tolerance to narcotic pain medicines are more resistant to the dangerous side effects of these medications than those who take narcotic pain medication less frequently. The deaths reported indicate that some cancer patients A. Should not have been prescribed this medicine B. Were prescribed the wrong Fentora dose C. Took too many Fentora doses D. Received Fentora as a substitute for another fentanyl-containing product that is not equal to Fentora Watch For These Signs FDA warns patients to: Get medical attention right away if you have any of these signs: trouble breathing or 1. Shallow breathing, 2. Tiredness, extreme sleepiness, or sedation 3. Inability to think, talk, or walk normally 4. Feeling faint, dizzy, or confused
Robert and Teresa Guthrie “We cordially invite you to stop by and see us next time you are in Broadmoor Mall!” Broadmoor Mall Suite 83 1401 N. Turner (575) 391-0454
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FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Should you ever wish to be with some of the most exciting and special people on the planet, Friends of the Library in Hobbs welcome you to join them in their efforts to advocate for the library, provide additional resources, and bring delightful sparks of engagement to the library community. Kay Hannum told Senior Confidential that Senior Citizens 62 and older can become a member of Friends of the Library for $10.00 a year, and your membership donation can be mailed to P.O. Box 5041, Hobbs, NM 88241. Volunteers in the nonprofit organization help with designated book sale days, helping to organize donated books, and enjoying involvement within the organization. Hannum said Friends of the Library purchased hundreds of puppets for the children’s library, food for Young Adults Program as well as give-a-ways for the children during Summer Programs. The group has provided the library with a computer with software that addresses 4th - 8th grade Math, Science, English, and Reading tasks to enhance student access and learning, and due to the efforts of this group, Hobbs Public Library has a state of the art projection system, a modern lecturn for presentations, and hundreds of books for special programs as well as the ability to gift children with a book once a month in the Summer. Friends of the Library welcome donations of books which can be dropped off at the library or delivered to the group during donation days that are announced in the newspaper. Many times books are donated that can be used in the library such as a second copy or to replace a damaged book. Once the books are assessed, the library donates the remainder of the books to Friends of the Library for book sales or other uses to raise funds for the nonprofit, “First Christian Church across the street from the library has been instrunental in helping the group with a place to store books and conduct sales days,” Hannum said. Others who wish to become a member of Friends of the Library who are not seniors can join for $15.00. Family membership is $30.00, lifetime member is a donation of $250.00, or to become a patron, the donation is $100.00. Volunteers are always needed. June/July 2016 y SENIOR CONFIDENTIAL MAGAZINE
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THE HANNA LIST If you or someone else has fallen call the Fire Department and they will come help you lift the person back into their chair or bed at no charge to you. Call the Non emergency number. In Hobbs: 575-397-9308.
Do you need help dealing with Alzheimer’s for yourself or
Installing a new smoke detector, or need to change the batteries in yours? Call the Fire Department’s non emergency line and they will come help you. In Hobbs: 575-397-9308.
Need Chiropractic Care? Schedule an appointment with Misty
Need yardwork or painting help? Call Daniel Isaiah at 575602-2353 for reliable and affordable help.
someone else? Call the Alzheimer’s Association at 1-800272-3900 for information and help.
Smith. Patients say her low impact technique is wonderful! 393-6544. Local Food Pantry: St. Helena’s Parish Office - Available Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday between 1:30 and 3:00
Need help with repairs? Call Crosswinds Community Church at 575-397-7661.
p.m. Valid ID Required. Call 575-392-7551 or visit the
Moving? Call Christian Center Church for help with loading and unloading and make a donation to the youth group for their help. Call: William at 575-318-6823.
Need help with food? Isaiahs Kitchen serves Breakfast from
Need Muscle? Call NMJC Athletic Department, for athletes looking to earn some extra money, and get help moving furniture or loading moving trucks. 575-392-4510.
church at 100 E. Bender.
9 - 10:30 a.m. and lunch from 10:30 - 2:00 p.m. On Fridays, the kitchen prepares take out boxes with a hot meal in it for you to take home. You can also sign up to receive a free foodbox on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. 304 W. Harden Blvd. in Hobbs.
Need car help? See Johnny Kennedy at his repair shop, and be treated fairly! Visit 501 N. Dal Paso. 575-391-0104. Need information to help you manage your diabetes? Contact Hope Foster RN at 575-399-0387.
Need help supplementing your monthly food? Apply for help via the First Methodist Church in Hobbs at 200 E. Snyder and you may qualify to receive a food box on the 3rd week of each month.
Need to see a Dr without leaving your home? Download the App: Doctor on Demand and have a face to face visit with a Doctor via your tablet or cell! $40 for 20 minutes.
Homebound? Check with your local Senior Center for the Meals on Wheels program. Lunch Meals are delivered to
Need glasses? Call Ruth with Lions Club! Hobbs 393-7374.
your home 5 days a week.
Need an at home caregiver? Call StarCare for a list of caregivers available in the area. 393-7007.
Need help to get somewhere? Call Hobbs Express at 3979290. $2.00 going and $2.00 coming back.
Medication Assistance: St. Helena’s Parish Office, Call 575392-7551 or visit the church at 100 E. Bender. Medication Assistance: Call Faith in Action 575-393-7374.
Free transportation for Veterans needing to travel for Drs
Suffering from depression, anxiety or other mental health issues? Call Nor-Lea and ask about their Heritage Program. 396-6611.
Need help running errands? Call Debra Vanlandingham for
appointments. Call: 575-622-0729
dependable, affordable help. 575-441-5044.
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EUNICE SENIOR CENTER IS A PLACE WHERE SPECIAL EVENTS HAPPEN ALL OF THE TIME!
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SERVICE DIRECTORY N.M.State Senator Carroll Leavell
OPTION, INC. Center for Victims of Domestic Violence
Eddy & Lea District 41 P.O. Drawer D Jal, NM 88252 Capitol Phone: 986-4278
200 N. Dalmont, Hobbs, NM 88240
Office Phone: (575) 393-2550; Home Phone(575) 395-3154 Email: leavell4@leaco.net
575-397-1576 Hobbs, NM 88240
We sell the Hobbs-Houston flights and offer escorted trips perfect for the senior traveler!
(575)397-2727 1923 W. Bender Blvd Hobbs, NM 88240
IS SOMEONE IN A FACILITY MISTREATING YOU, DISRESPECTING YOU, NEGLECTING YOUR CARE, ABUSING YOU VERBALLY OR PHYSICALLY, CALL NM LONG-TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN (505) 570-7139
The New Mexico Long-Term Care Ombudsman advocates for the recognition, respect and enforcement of the civil and human rights of residents of long-term care facilities in New Mexico. (505) 476-4790.
“Proud to serve our Senior Citizens” —Ruston Hayes
Need to talk to the NM Department of Health that licenses your nursing homes and care facilities? Call 1-800-752-8649
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ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS
IF YOU ARE THINKING ABOUT YOUR FAVORITE CHARITY, PLEASE REMEMBER SENIORS STANDING STRONG Your donations no matter how small or large help Seniors Standing Strong to develop special ways to help seniors. It helps get the magazine into the hands of thousands of seniors, helps us pay for items like power chair batteries, food for seniors, research. responses individually to senior survey needs, and preparation of events & programs in the future.
DONATIONS CAN BE SENT TO SENIORS STANDING STRONG, P.O. BOX 770, HOBBS, NM 88241 A Sincere Thank you from us to you
Desert Gardens Residents enjoy the many celebrations held at the facility on a regular basis
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USDA RECIPES FOR SENIOR CITIZENS Infused Water Recipes Making your own flavored water is a great way to stay hydrated. It is all-natural, fresh, easy and nutritious. Here are some of our favorite infused water recipes:
Strawberry Lemon Basil Water Ingredients: 4-6 strawberries, hulled and quartered 1/2 lemon, sliced Small handful of basil, scrunched Ice and cold filtered water Directions: Fill a pitcher to the top with ice and fruit. Slightly scrunch up the basil and cover with cold filtered water. Let the water infuse at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. BLUEBERRY ORANGE WATER Ingredients: 6 cups water 2 mandarin oranges,cut into wedges Handful of blueberries Ice Directions: Combine all ingredients in a pitcher and refrigerate up to 24 hours to allow the water to infuse. Squeeze in the juice of one mandarin orange and muddle the blueberries to intensify flavor. Serve cold.
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NURSING HOMES - REHAB FACILITIES - LONG TERM - SHORT TERM Each State Rates and Ranks Facilities on a 1 Star to 5 Star rank with full details outlining quality, safety, medications, and care
DO YOU WANT TO KNOW “BEFORE” YOU CHECK IN? Go to Medicare.gov/nursinghomecompare or carepathways.com for inspections completed 6/14/15 and a more comprehensive list of facilities in New Mexico and Texas
HOBBS - LOVINGTON Country Cottage Care And Rehab 2101 Bensing Road Hobbs, NM 88240 Phone: 575-397-1113 Good Samaritan Lovington 1600 West Ave I Lovington, NM 88260 Phone: 575-396-5212 Hobbs Operating Comp Dba Hobbs Healthcare Center 5715 North Lovington Highway Hobbs, NM 88240 Phone: 575-392-6845 Lea Regional Medical Center - Transitional Care Unit; 5419 N Lovington Highway; Hobbs, NM 88240; Phone: 575-492-5000
CARLSBAD Carlsbad Medical Center - Tcu 2430 West Pierce Street Carlsbad, NM 88220 Phone: 575-887-4458
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Landsun Homes, Inc. 1900 Westridge Road Carlsbad, NM 88220 Phone: 575-885-8150 Northgate Unit Of Lakeview Christian Home Nursing 1905 West Pierce St Carlsbad, NM 88220 Phone: 575-885-3161
ARTESIA San Pedro Nursing And Rehabilitation Center 1402 West Gilchrist Artesia, NM 88210 Phone: 575-746-6006
CLOVIS Clovis Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center 1201 North Norris Street Clovis, NM 88101 Phone: 575-762-3754 Retirement Ranches Inc. 2221 Dillon Clovis, NM 88101 Phone: 575-762-4495 Phone: 575-623-6008 St Anthony Healthcare And Rehab Center, L 1400 West 21st Street
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Clovis, NM 88101 Phone: 575-762-4705
ROSWELL Casa Maria Healthcare Center And Pecos Valley Reha 1601 South Main Street Roswell, NM 88203 Mission Arch Center 3200 Mission Arch Drive Roswell, NM 88201 Phone: 575-624-2583 Sunset Villa Care Center 1515 South Sunset Roswell, NM 88203 Phone: 575-623-7097
SEMINOLE, TX Memorial Health Care Center 212 Nw 10th St Seminole, TX 79360 Phone: 432-758-4877
DENVER CITY, TX Shinnery Oaks Community 711 West Broadway Denver City, TX 79323 Phone: 806-592-2551
MIDLAND, TX Desert Gardens Nursing And Rehabilitation Center 3203 Sage St Midland, TX 79705 Phone: 432-683-5403
LUBBOCK, TX Carillon Inc 1717 A Norfolk Ave Lubbock, TX 79416 Phone: 806-281-6114 Crown Point Health Suites 6640 Iola Avenue Lubbock, TX 79424 Phone: 806-687-6640 Golden Age Nursing Home 2613 34th St Lubbock, TX 79410 Phone: 806-792-2196 Mildred & Shirley L Garrison Geriatric Education A 3710 4th St Lubbock, TX 79415 Phone: 806-763-4455
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“The City of Lovington Salutes and Applauds the Senior Citizens in Our Community!”
City Hall 214 S. Love, Lovington, NM 88260 Monday thru Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday open 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. 575-396-2884
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EUNICE SENIOR CENTER RECEIVES NEW WHEELS
KUDOS TO EUNICE FOR TAKING CARE OF THE NEEDS OF YOUR SENIOR CITIZENS! CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MAKING LIFE GOOD FOR SENIORS! THANK YOU SHANNON CUMMINS FOR THE TREMENDOUS JOB YOU DO AS DIRECTOR!
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1600 W. Ave I, Lovington, NM 88260 Phone:
575-396-5212
We are a Skilled Nursing Facility specializing in rehab, palliative and respite care. We are proud to say, “We have one of the best staffs in the state.” Come join our family as a volunteer. We offer outpatient therapy.
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FDA Warnings PAIN MEDICATIONS: DANGERS OF MIXING WITH SEVERAL OTHER MEDICATIONS YOU MAY BE TAKING The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced new class-wide safety labeling changes for immediate-release (IR) opioid pain medications, which make up about 90% of all opioid prescriptions. The new labels include a new boxed warning about the risks for misuse, abuse, addiction, overdose and death. Opioids can interact with antidepressants and migraine medicines to cause a serious central nervous system reaction called serotonin syndrome, in which high levels of the chemical serotonin build up in the brain and cause toxicity. Adrenal insufficiency: Patients should seek medical attention if they experience symptoms of adrenal insufficiency such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, or low blood pressure. Health care professionals should perform diagnostic testing if adrenal insufficiency is suspected. If diagnosed, treat with corticosteroids and wean the patient off of the opioid, if appropriate. If the opioid can be discontinued, follow-up assessment of adrenal function should be performed to determine if treatment with corticosteroids can be discontinued. Some of the more popular Opiates are: Codeine Vicodin, Hycodan (hydrocodone) MS Contin Kadian (morphine) Oxycontin, Percoset (oxycodone) Dilaudid (hydromorphone) Duragesic (fentanyl)
IF YOU SEE SOMEONE SAYING HATEFUL THINGS ABOUT OR TO THEIR MOTHER, SPEAK THESE WORDS TO THEM Your mother carried you for nine months. It wasn’t easy, times were hard. She wiped your runny nose, cleaned up after you when you threw up or smeared food on the floor, held you tight when you cried. She never minded changing your disgusting and smelly diapers. When there wasn’t enough food, she gave up hers so you wouldn’t be hungry. You left your messes around the house, broke things, threw temper tantrums and she dutifully cleaned up after you. You messed up her car, even wrecked it, but she still loved you, and certainly didn’t take away your drivers license. You said hateful things to her and were defiant, but she still loved you. As your mother grew older, and you were able to provide for yourself, you became good friends. You bragged about how old, healthy and beautiful she was to your friends - that is until the day she had a stroke. Rather than saying, why don’t you come stay with me for a while until you are better... you demand that she sell her home and move in with you without giving her time to make a decision for herself. You sell her belongings while complaining every step of the way. She goes through therapy and recovers - but now, she has lost some of her independence and many things that were important to her. She lets you know this does not make her happy, but you do not listen. She misses her garden, misses her beloved place. You take her car keys away from her, yet you are irritated that she wants you to take her places. There is another setback, this time a major problem with her health. You are angry because your mother now needs your full time help. All you can think about is yourself...what you can’t do now...where you can’t go...how this changes your life. You snap at her, belittle her, disrespect her. You hate the messes she makes and are disgusted with having to change her diapers. It infuriates you when she is slow. You tell others in front of her that she is ruining your home and messing up everything. Her face falls and she cries alone when she goes to bed. Others say in horror, how can anyone talk to their mother that way? You say you love her, but your selfish actions speak louder than words. Love requires your patience and compassion. Stop ridiculing her for wanting to sit in a chair that is comfortable to her, and stop wishing she would just stay in her bedroom. Is this you, the person for whom your mother cared, loved, and made sacrifices? IT IS YOUwho has just increased her risk of dying sooner by 300%.
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“Service is more than just a word with us” 504 E. Marland Hobbs, New Mexico 88240
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Mr. B’s Amusement and Vending Company Best Machines Best Service We deliver fast, dependable, honest service 502 E. Marland Hobbs, N.M. 575-397-3745
TOP TEN SCAMS AGAINST SENIOR CITIZENS
1. Medicare/health insurance scams 2. Counterfeit prescription drugs 3. Funeral & cemetery scams 4. Fraudulent anti-aging products 5. Telemarketing/phone scams
6. Internet fraud 7. Investment schemes 8. Homeowner/reverse mortgage scams 9. Sweepstakes & lottery scams 10. The grandparent scam
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Lemma White may be retired, but you wouldn’t know it! She works non stop to make Lea County a special place to live Lemma White has worn many hats in Lea County. She attended school in Hobbs, starting at Booker T. Washington Elementary, and after graduation, she earned a Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in education. Lemma taught school here for 36 years until retirement while changing the lives of thousands of students, and giving them a positive foundation. She didn’t go home and hang out in her lounger after retiring from the school district, but instead, decided to run for Magistrate Judge. She was first in the Lovington Magistrate Court for six months through an appointment by then Gov. Bill Richardson. and later ran for the seat in Division 2 of the Hobbs Magistrate and was there for four years. Best of all, she is the ultimate volunteer, helping out with causes for childeren, serving on committees, and providing requested input to help businesses and entities better serve the public. She is a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and one heck of a great member of our community! Thank you Lemma White!
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LOOKING AHEAD TO SOME GREAT EVENTS Fly Hobbs Aviation Day & Fly-In - June 18, 2016 WESTERN HERITAGE MUSEUM PRESENTS TITANIC THE ARTIFACT EXHIBIT JULY 28 - NOVEMBER 8, 2016
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HONORING ALL AREA SENIOR CITIZENS AND CELEBRATING THEIR WISDOM
Manna Outreach provides temporary shelter especially when hard times unexpectedly happen. They help with a place to stay so those who seek help can look for a job, find and save money for a place to live, need a hearty meal, or are down on their luck. Manna has provided countless numbers of food baskets for those who have little or no food, has provided clothing for many residents. There are individuals living in cars, and out on the street. There are those who have lost their homes, and need the kindness and assistance offered at Manna. Men, women, and families receive help from Manna Outreach. June/July 2016 y SENIOR CONFIDENTIAL MAGAZINE
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