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Memorialized through music Falardeau’s passion honored with scholarship By Tami Scott
“[Joe] was very humble and very open to trying new things — he didn’t take himself too seriously. He had a wonderful sense of musicianship.”
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A sweet success Valentine’s Day event raises $27,000 for music scholarship fund By Tami Scott Because music ranked right up there with family and work as Joe Falardeau’s top passions in life, “I thought we should do something,” Greg Hudson, a lifelong friend and owner of Hudson and Mowins, said. He and a committee of other close friends decided to develop a scholarship fund in Falardeau’s name. “He always loved music,” he said. “It was a huge part of his life. If he wasn’t working or with his family, he was recording or making music.” On Feb. 14, 160 friends and family members of Falardeau came together to raise money for a music scholarship in his name. The event proved to be a success; organizers raised $27,000. “At $20,000, we met our goal and will have the endowment at Baker High School,” said Greg Hudson, longtime friend of Falardeau. “The balance will enable us to give out two scholarships every year. Hopefully, by adding a little to the fund every year, we will be able to continue the two scholarships per year indefinitely.” The endowment to the Baldwinsville Central School District will award funds annually to a student interested in continuing his/her education in the field of music. Submitted photo
Joe Falardeau’s son, Jeffery, holds a sign at the event.
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— though no one ever saw Bogus Music Studios him on the mico-founder and musician crophone. Bruce Tambs first met Joe “I don’t know Falardeau, his partner in how many songs music, more than 20 years he’s done, but ago. Falardeau was living in they would rethe same apartment comcord the music plex as Tambs’ mother. She and after everyheard Falardeau playing his body was gone, music, and told her son to go he would go introduce himself. down and sing “He wasn’t a musician,” and put the muTambs clarified when telling sic in with it. But the story. “He was playing he never sang in front of his stereo.” anybody,” Cathy said. What most people don’t Courtesy of Greg and Cathy Hudson “He did 90 percent of know about Falardeau, Joe Falardeau and his wife, Suzanne, pictured in Europe just a few the vocals for everything however, is that eventually weeks before he died. they ever recorded,” Greg he did become a musician added. “No one has ever seen him sing. I mean no one — and a gifted one, at that. The well-known funeral home — not family, not friends. He said, ‘I have no interest in director, who died unexpectedly at age 47 on Oct. 2, 2013, anybody watching me scream in a microphone. ’ also ran a recording studio with Tambs since 1997 in the “The big thing is, if you’re a musician, a performer, you basement of his home. would think it would be natural in some setting, in some “[BMS] was a hobby for him,” said his lifelong friend, point in time, you’d get out and play Greg Hudson, of Hudson and Mowin front of some people ... there was ins in Baldwinsville. “They made and no way that was going to happen,” he recorded albums there.” said, smiling at the thought. Falardeau, known to many as the “[Joe] wasn’t a typical musician,” “gentle giant” due to his good-nature Tambs said. “He didn’t hang out and 6-foot, 5-inch stature, would with [musicians]. [He] was very hold weekly recording sessions humble and very open to trying new with friends, and used his studio things — he didn’t take himself too to provide an outlet for local talent seriously. He had a wonderful sense to record their music, but he never of musicianship.” really promoted BMS as more than Tambs recommends checking a pastime. out “Spoonfed,” on the BMS website, Bruce Tambs, friend and recording “I don’t think he thought he was bogusmusic.com, to hear some of studio partner all that good,” said Cathy Hudson, Falardeau’ s best work. Greg’s wife. Joe’s passion for music began at an early age, influ“I don’t think he thought anybody would be interested enced by his older brother and friends in the 1970s. He in what he was doing,” Greg said with a laugh. collected both CDs and vinyl records, and carried a deep Falardeau may have been pleased to hear he was wrong appreciation for all different types of music — “except on both accounts. rap, ” Cathy said with a chuckle. He and his wife Suzanne “[He had] tremendous aptitude,” said Tambs, who named their son Jeffrey Lynne after the guitarist from gave him a few lessons on the piano and taught him how Electric Light Orchestra. “Certainly one of his favorites,” to read music. “He went on to become a mastered classical Greg said of ELO. music talent.” Because music was a passion in Falardeau’s life, in the “He was the type who would carry things out on his weeks after his passing a committee of close friends began own,” including the construction of BMS, Tambs added. developing a a scholarship fund in Falardeau’s name, see It began with one computer and evolved into a dedicated sidebar at right for more information and how to donate three-room recording studio. to the fund. Tambs also described Falardeau as an amazing singer
The event raised $27,000 towards a scholarship fund created in memory of Joe Falardeau.
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Vitale elected president, CEO at Seneca Federal The board of directors of Seneca Federal Savings and Loan Association announces that Joseph G. Vitale has been named as president, CEO and a director of Seneca Federal. He replaces William Le Beau who was named as interim president in April and will continue as a director. Vitale and his family reside in North Syracuse. He comes with 17 years experience as a commercial lender and executive officer of another local banking institution. Joe is a SUNY graduate with an accounting degree and completed the Graduate School of Banking through Stonier. “I am very excited to have joined the staff of Seneca Federal,” said ViJoseph G. Vitale tale. “We have embarked upon a strategic planning process to better serve our customers and our communities by improving our service channels, our technology and our product offerings.” Vitale said “the public will see changes in the near future that we believe will make them want to bank with us, if they don’t already.” Seneca Federal is celebrating 85 years of service and Joe relates “the best is yet to come.” The association continues to be well capitalized and to offer its traditional suite of deposit and loan products.
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CNY RV and Camping Show Feb. 27-March 2 This year, discover the outdoors together in a new RV or Camper from the 44th Annual CNY RV and Camping Show, Thursday Feb. 27 through Sunday March 2 at the New York State Fairgrounds, Syracuse. Show hours are noon to 9 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. The show is sponsored by the RV Dealers Association of Syracuse and Campground Owners of New York. Camping is great family fun, so go fishing, hiking and exploring, so take to the open road with great savings on hundreds of RVs and campers at the largest indoor RV show in the state. With great deals and on-the-spot financing. low bank rates and low monthly payments. Three huge buildings, the Center of Progress, Exhibit Center and Horticultural Building, will be packed with eight dealers and hundreds of models including new 2014 and pre-owned truck campers, tent trailers, fold downs, fifth wheels, van campers, park models and motor homes there is something almost any vehicle
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can tow. Also featured will be parts and accessories. Available will be campground and destination information to stay for a night or a season and Campground Owners of New York is offering campground information and partnering with Camp Good Times to help raise funds to send kids to camp, so those in attendance can stop by their booth and pick up a balloon. You can also stop by the SPCA / Wanderer’s Rest / Humane Society display in the Exhibit Center to see dogs-in-training who would make great camping companions. Shriners Hospital for Children will be offering information on campfire safety and Girl Scouts will be on hand with scouting information in the Exhibit Center. Kids under 16 are free and get a free Camping Kids Meal in the Empire Room, and admission is half price on Thursday. There will be free parking and shuttle bus service at the event. Discount coupons and more information available at cnyrvshow.com.
Crouse Hospital to present sports med/injury prevention symposium More than 2.6 million children through age 19 are treated for sports and recreation-related injuries each year, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). With more than 30 million youngsters, adolescents and college-age players participating in organized sports in the United States, proactive prevention and top-notch treatment are top of mind for professionals who coach and care for them. On Saturday, March 8, at the Oncenter – War Memorial, the area’s leading sports medicine experts from Crouse Hospital’s Sports Medicine program will discuss injury prevention and treatment in high school and college student athletes during Crouse’s Winter Sports Med/Injury Prevention Symposium 2014. Registration begins at 3:30 p.m., with presentations from 3:45 to 6:15 p.m., followed by complimentary pizza and wings, networking and two free passes for each attendee to that evening’s Syracuse Crunch game against the Rochester Americans. High school and college coaches, trainers, athletic directors
and medical professionals are invited to participate. Continuing education credits are available. Space is limited, and registration is requested by calling 472-2464. Dan DiChristina, MD, head team physician, Syracuse Crunch, and partner in Orthopedics East, will moderate the program. sports medicine experts and topics are:
Concussions in Sports: Evaluation and Management/ Post Concussion Rehabilitation
Paul Klawitter, MD, Crouse Concussion Care Program; Internist Associates of CNY Ilona Prouty, MPT, Crouse Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Applications in SportsMedicine & Results
Irving Raphael, MD, partner, RSM Medical Associates; Syracuse University Athletics head team physician
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Michael Wiese, MD, partner, Orthopedics East Crouse Hospital’s sports medicine program includes the Concussion Care program and CrouseSports Express, an after-hours walk-in treatment center for any type of orthopedic injury. Crouse is the official hospital of Syracuse University Athletics and the official sports medicine hospital of the Syracuse Crunch.
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Longley Dodge, your Business Link Dealer By Jennifer Wing Longley Dodge in Fulton recently added a new commercial line of trucks to its already extensive inventory of quality vehicles. “We are now a Business Link Dealer,” said Dennis Longley, president of Longley Dodge. “We offer the full Ram truck line, from the Ram 1500, Motor Trend Magazine’s 2013 and 2014 Truck of The Year, to the 3500-5500 series trucks that are available with dump bodies, stake racks and rollback wrecker units.” “In addition to the full Ram truck line we have also added ProMaster Commercial Vans as part of our full line of quality work trucks.” Longley said the move allows the dealership to further its ties with Chrysler and Dodge, “handling the full line of what they provide.” “Our goal is to support businesses and contractors by extending to them an excellent customer service experience,” he said. “To improve our level of customer service we have added a new 30,000-pound hoist to handle the heavy duty trucks.” Good service after the sale has been the cornerstone for success at Longley Dodge. Being open 67 years has established a reputation of customer satisfaction and quality service for Longley Dodge. But, even so, the dealership is always looking for ways to improve the level of customer after the sale to make it even better. With the recent addition of Tom Alnutt as service manager they hope to increase their level of customer satisfaction and service. Tom brings 45 years of experience to the dealership. “We have also added a new Customer Resource Management program to our ser-
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From left are Gene, Dennis and Doug Longley. they can go to the top to find a solution. “The buck stops at my desk,” Longley said. Dennis learned the business from the ground up. After graduating from Northward University’s Automotive Business School he worked in the body shop for 10 years. He joined the sales team in the late 1970s and served as sales manager from 1980 to 2000. He raced for 10 years and in 1989 won the ESTA Mod Championship at ESTA Drag Strip in his 1964 Plymouth Sport Fury. He has ridden Harley-Davidson motorcycles for years. Dennis’ son Doug is now the sales manager, a position he has held for more than seven years. Jack Montague is the used car manager. “He buys, sells and appraises used cars for us,” said Dennis. “You have to know used cars and trends and Jack stays on top of it for us.” Dodge’s new and improved 2014 models have been well received. “The new 2014 Dodge Dart is getting rave reviews — people really like it,” said Dennis. “Produced from 1960 to 1976, the Dodge Dart is back with three different engines and
160 horsepower. We have one in stock — and have already taken many orders. They’re built with 68 percent high-strength steel, 10 air bags standard, and it’s the only car in its class that offers blind spot monitoring and rear cross path detection.” The Dodge Ram 1500 has had some major mechanical updates for 2013 including a more powerful engine and improved air suspension plus voice control and upgraded electronics. Its improved fuel economy is “Best in Class.” New for 2014 is a V6 Diesel that is rated at 28 MPG highway. Longley Dodge, which has been on the web for more than 10 years, continues to grow. It is one of only a few dealers that have pictures and pricing online, with up to 25plus pictures of each vehicle. The dealership is on Facebook and Twitter, just launched its mobile website for smart devices and has one of the fastest response times of any dealership. Due to customer demand, the service department is open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Longley Dodge is located at 1698 Route 57, just south of Fulton. They can be reached at 598-2135 or at longleydodge.com.
Crouse Hospital showcased in book Crouse Hospital’s ongoing efforts to improve efficiencies and effectiveness of patient care in its Emergency Department are highlighted in the very first edition of the American College of Emergency Physicians’ Emergency Department Management text book, just published by McGraw Hill. Crouse’s focus on living the hospital’s mission, vision, values and culture, is showcased in the book as one of two national case studies contained in the Leadership/Strategic Planning chapter of the book. “We couldn’t be prouder of this national recognition,” says Senior Quality Officer for Emergency Medicine Michael Jorolemon, DO, FACEP. “It validates the work our entire team has been engaged in for more than three years to improve the overall experience of patients who come through our Emergency Services Department.” Crouse’s door-to-provider times are the lowest in Central New York, and among the lowest in the U.S.
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Decorated with a Valentine’s Day theme, hundreds of balloons, flowers, banners and posters adorned the venue at Clarion Inn and Suites, off Route 48 near Van Buren. “Everyone had a fantastic time. The food was great; the entertainment was amazing. Many of the performers played some of Joe’s music!” Hudson said. “Joe Trionfero, the MC, said out of the thousands of events he has done, this one raked right up there with the best.” Donations are still being accepted. Those interested in making a contribution can go to joesgift.net or mail donations to the Baldwinsville Community Scholarship Foundation, Dollars for Scholars, P.O. Box 88, Baldwinsville, N.Y. 13027. Make sure to write Joe Falardeau as the fund name when making a donation. Those interested in donating money can do one or both of two things. The B’ville Bottle and Can Return, located at the River Mall, is accepting donations. All you have to do is mention Joe Falardeau’s name when you drop off your returns and the money will be collected for the scholarship. You can also make donations in Joe’s name to the Baldwinsville Community Scholarship Foundation. Go to joesgift.net or mail donations to Baldwinsville Community Scholarship Foundation, Dollars for Scholars, P.O. Box 88, Baldwinsville, NY 13027. Make sure to write Joe Falardeau as the fund name when making a donation.
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Restoring your smile is very important to one’s quality of life. A missing tooth or even teeth can cause various complication to your life. For one, your smile is affected by great gaps in between your teeth due to a lost tooth. Also, eating can be difficult with missing teeth. As time goes on with a missing tooth, your teeth will begin to move out of place into the open gap of your missing tooth. This migration process of your other teeth will cause many more problems. Implant dentistry focuses on replacing missing teeth and also providing a solution to removable dentures through dental implants. Dental implants are titanium posts placed into your jaw bone to stabilize your denture so you can chew food better without any denture adhesive or food getting trapped underneath the denture. One of the most popular options for dentures today is getting mini dental implants with denture anchors to it. Dental implants are very strong, durable, and will last many years. Reasons for dental implants: ✓ Replace one or more missing teeth
Dr. Shafey Sayed ✓ Resolve joint pain or bite problems caused by teeth shifting ✓ Restore your smile ✓ Restore chewing, speech, and digestion ✓ Restore or improve facial tissues ✓ Support a bridge or denture, making them more secure and comfortable
If you are interested in learning more about how dental implants can work for you, contact Syracuse Dr. Sayed at 699-3305 for a free consultation or to find out about any other services, or visit Cicero Family Dental Care’s website at cicerofamilydentist.com.
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To receive award for environmental excellence by the New York League of Conservation voters Upstate Shredding has a location at 333 Bridge St. in Solvay. Hours are 6 a.m.-6p.m. Monday through Friday, 7
renovation of existing ones), environmental remediation, brand new scales and new equipment. Upstate Shredding no longer wants scrap yards to be seen as an eyesore in a community. Following the company’s good neighbor policy is very important not just to make every yard nice for customers, but also to make it a positive landmark for the community. As a result of the successes and aggressive growth that the company has experienced throughout the Northeast, Upstate Shredding and owner Adam Weitsman have evolved into the benchmarks for scrap metal pricing. While others in the industry are closing locations and reducing their workforce, Upstate Shredding is growing and adding employees. Upstate Shredding has been recognized as one of the largest scrap companies in North America by Recycling Today and was an AMM (American Metal Market) and Platts finalist for scrap company of the year the past two years. The company will be honored in March with a prestigious industry award for environmental excellence by the New York League of Conservation voters. As Upstate Shredding has continued to grow, so has the charitable giving in all of the communities that the company serves. The following URLs are a few of the many stories that have been done on the donations and aid Upstate Shredding has provided for those in need.
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Since 1996 Upstate Shredding, LLC has grown to become the largest, privately held scrap metal processor on the East Coast with 15 locations throughout New York and Pennsylvania. Upstate Shredding is constructing two new shredders in Albany and New Castle, Pa., which will make a total of three shredders placed in ideal geographic locations. Upstate Shredding has a location at 333 Bridge St. in Solvay. Over the last three years Upstate Shredding – Ben Weitsman has expanded operations, doubled sales and continued to grow vigorously based on strong customer service, quick turn-around time, seven-daya-week service, paying the highest prices for scrap metal and making payment the same day in cash. Today Upstate Shredding runs a multimillion-dollar Mega-Shredder and a downstream metals segregation process that is second to none in the world. They process scrap metal into clean commodities that are sought after by foundries, mills and manufacturers in the United States, and sold domestically as well as exported to countries around the world. Upstate Shredding will process more than one million tons of ferrous and 250 million pounds of nonferrous metals in 2014. Their capacity and innovation has evolved, and they have grown with a fair, no-nonsense approach. What hasn’t changed is their belief and commitment to personalized service for every customer. Being innovative and personable – that’s who they are. Upstate Shredding has been credited with ushering in the new era of scrap yards. Clean, fully-paved, landscaped, fenced, environmentally friendly yards are staples for the Upstate - Weitsman locations. When acquiring a location, it goes through a full renovation complete with new buildings (or
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Solvay Bank plans office, technology upgrades for 2014 2014 will bring some exciting changes for Solvay Bank. These include a new “SMART Office” in DeWitt and enhanced technology components that will improve the customer experience. The new office will be located at 6828 East Genesee St, next door to Aldi’s. The location will provide much-needed access for the existing customer base that Solvay Bank already has on the east side of Syracuse. “We need to have an office in that area,” said Karen Zarach, Vice President for Business and Marketing Strategy at the bank. “We’ve been working on this for quite some time.” Construction will start in the coming month and the location should be open in June. The 2,400-square-foot branch office will have three drive-through lanes and employ five people. “The bank wanted to make sure it found a good location before adding the new branch office,” Zarach said. “The site on East Genesee Street will let Solvay Bank easily reach customers in DeWitt, Fayetteville and all points east.” “The design of the Dewitt SMART Office will integrate new technology along with the personalized customer service that Solvay Bank’s customers have come to expect,” said Paul Mello, president and CEO of Solvay Bank. The office layout includes a free-flowing floor plan coupled with enhanced technology such as using tablets instead of desktop computers and employees trained to perform a variety of job functions. “It will have some traditional elements of a bank, because people still want See solvay bank, page 7
Pictured is a rendering of the new “SMART Office” planned in DeWitt.
Could it be dementia? Comparing normal aging vs. a reason to worry Geriatricians at Upstate and a national expert in care for elders. Brangman compares the normally aging brain to a computer with a full hard drive. “There might be some
difficulty processing, or it might take longer to retrieve the data, but the information is there. “We might worry if we misplace See Upstate, page 7
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One more job for an executor: Plan for tax on net investment income By Mary Anne Cody, Estates, Trusts & Personal Planning Attorney, Mackenzie Hughes LLP If you have had the responsibility of acting as an executor or trustee for your family, then you know very well that this role is often a thankless task that requires careful attention to detail. A fiduciary, whether they are a trustee of a trust or executor of an estate, must be responsive to the requirements of the trust or will in addition to the needs of the beneficiaries. A successful fiduciary must be part diplomat, bookkeeper, psychologist and now tax planner. The 2010 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act contains a new tax applicable to individuals, trusts and estates. Internal Revenue Code §1411 imposes a 3.8% tax on net investment income of individuals, trusts and estates for tax years beginning after December 31, 2012. For individuals, this tax will be 3.8% of the lesser of either net investment income for that year or modified adjusted gross income over $250,000 for married filing joint filers, and $200,000 for single filers. If the modified adjusted gross income is not over the threshold amount there is no tax. Likewise if there is no net investment income, there is no tax imposed. For trusts and estates, the income threshold is much lower. This tax will be applicable to trusts and estates when there is undistributednet investment income and adjusted gross income over $11,950 (this total is increasing to $12,150 in 2014). The low income threshold may catch many fiduciaries by surprise. Preparing and filing income tax returns is one of the primary responsibilities of a fiduciary. Estate executors often have at least two tax returns to be responsible for, the decedent’s final income tax return and then the estate income tax return. The estate income tax return is required for the period of administration, to report income earned after death
while the assets are held by the executor and prior to distribution to beneficiaries. For the period of administration, the estate is taxed as a trust. When a trust makes distributions to beneficiaries, each dispersal carries out a pro rata amount of income to those beneficiaries, (note capital gain treated differently) and subsequently reduces the income left to be taxed within the trust. Adjusted gross income is defined by the Internal Revenue Service as gross income minus adjustments to income, and is on line 37 of Form 1040. Common adjustments are health savings accounts deductions, self-employed health insurance premiums, one half of the self-employment tax, alimony, and IRA contributions. Itemized deductions are not included in the adjusted gross income computation. The adjusted gross income of a trust or estate is the same as that for individuals, but is reduced by distributions to beneficiaries, charitable contributions and the administrative costs of the trust or estate. Net investment income includes interest, dividends, capital gains, rent, royalty income, non-qualified annuity distributions and passive activity income. Net investment income does not include wages, unemployment earnings, non-passive business income, social security, alimony, tax exempt interest, any self-employment income, distributions
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Mary Anne Cody is an estate, trusts and personal planning attorney at Mackenzie Hughes LLP, a law firm in Syracuse, New York. She can be reached at 233-8239.
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that,” he says of the DeWitt location but will also be equipped for customers who prefer to use the latest technology. Features of the new branch office include: a “smart ATM” that makes check deposits immediately available, a conference room for loan closings and a “tech” area with coffee and a tablet for customer use. The bank will also provide commercial banking services and may add some other services such as insurance if demand warrants it, Mello said. In addition to the new location, Solvay Bank will also be unveiling some new technology in 2014 that will benefit all of the bank’s customers. Within the next month, the bank will launch a redesign of their online mortgage platform, which is easy to use and features online profiles and portals for each of the bank’s mortgage consultants. This spring, the bank will launch Remote Check Capture for Mobile Banking, an additional feature to its already wellreceived mobile banking app. Customers will be able to take a picture of a check and deposit it from wherever they are using the app on their smartphones. Over the summer, Solvay Bank will continue its mobile banking technology improvements by adding an app designed specifically for the iPad platform. Headquartered at 1537 Milton Ave., Solvay Bank (solvaybank.com) is a full-service commercial bank with eight offices located in Solvay, Fairmount, Camillus, Liverpool, North Syracuse, Cicero, downtown Syracuse, and Westvale. The company also operates Solvay Bank Insurance Agency Inc.
blamed on fatigue, but if it is dementia, the symptoms will persist and worsen over time,” Brangman explains. Dementia is the general term for brain disease affecting mental function that gets worse over time, but Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form and the terms are often interchanged. And the mere act of aging presents it’s own risk. “Every day, 10,000 people turn 65,” she adds. “If someone reaches 85, they have a 50-50 chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease.” As other conditions can affect memory loss, a medical assessment is needed to determine the cause.
Dr. Brangman and her colleagues offer services for seniors that include memory assessments. . “Anyone who has memory concerns can be evaluated,” she adds. “Even if they are in their 50s or 60s.” As factors related to memory loss are often observed by others, family members also can make appointments on behalf of the affected adult. University Geriatricians are seeing new patients and are located at Upstate Specialty Services, 550 Harrison Street in Syracuse. The new patient phone line is 4645166 or questions can be directed to the WHN phone line: at 315-464-2756 or toll-free at 855-890-UWHN.
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our glasses or keys, but if we can retrace our steps and find the item, that’s normal. If someone can’t retrace steps or finds the item in an odd place, that could be a cause for concern,” she says. Other early warning signs of dementia loss include short-term memory loss, such as forgetting appointments or showing up at the wrong place and time. Difficulty with decision-making can cause changes in the person’s regular mood. An affected person could become irritable as solving problems becomes too complex, or he or she could become withdrawn and defer to others to make decisions. “Personality changes can be subtle, and may be
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from qualified plans or the amount of principal residence gain excluded from income. Trustees of S corporation trusts have additional regulations to consider as distributions to beneficiaries generally cannot be used to calculate an S corporation trust’s adjusted gross income for this tax. A trustee’s role in the S corporation will be important in the determination as to the passive or active status of the S corporation income in the trust. So what should a fiduciary do in regards to this tax? Likely the answer may be nothing if the trust terms do not allow distributions for that year or distributions are not feasible. The tax will be a cost of preserving the assets in trust. If distributions can be made to carry out income to beneficiaries, the possibility of this tax should be considered in the overall planning on the timing of those distributions. Executors and trustees play a very important role in safeguarding a family’s wealth; this additional tax adds another layer of complication for this position. Your responsibility as executor to catalog your Aunt Mildred’s Hummel collection may now seem easy compared to the tax analysis required for her estate.
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