Tri-County - Genesee Valley Penny Saver 11-18-2022

STRANGE BUT TRUE

By Lucie Winborne

* Had Georgie Fletcher of Australia never signed on to play the mobile game “Words With Friends,” her husband, Simon, might be dead. Georgie struck up a friendship via the game’s chat feature with frequent opponent Beth Legler from Missouri. One day, Georgie told Beth that Simon hadn’t been feeling well. Beth relayed his symptoms to her husband Larry, a doctor, who insisted that the Fletchers go to the hospital immediately. A 99% blockage was discovered near his heart, which, left untreated, would have certainly been fatal.

* The process of things being stretched out and torn apart as they enter a black hole is called spaghettification.

* Our senses of taste and smell are cut by 50% and 20%, respectively, during flights, which is why airplane food has never tasted so hot. (“That’s what I’ve been telling you!” said every airplane food chef, ever.)

MVP Health Plan, Inc. is an HMO-POS/PPO/HMO D-SNP organization with a Medicare contract and a contract with the New York State Medicaid program. Enrollment in MVP Health Plan depends on contract renewal. MVP Health Plan, Inc. has been approved by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) to operate as a Special Needs Plan (SNP) until December 31, 2024 based on review of MVP Health Plan’s Model of Care. This

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MONDAY

STATISTICS SHOW JUST HOW BIG SMALL BUSINESS IS

Small businesses have such a big impact on their communities, and the world at large, that it might be time to reconsider refering to them as “small.” According to the World Bank, small businesses have a major impact on the worldeconomy,especiallyinemerging countries. In such nations, small and medium enterprises contribute up to 60 percent of total employment and up to 40 percent of national income. Small businesses figure to frame their economies in emerging countries in the coming decades, and they’re already doing so in developed nations, such as the United States and Canada.

Itisnojoytometosit Ondreamysummereves, Whensilentlythetimidmoon Kissesthesleepingleaves, And all things through the fair hush’dearth Love,rest—butnothinggrieves. BetterIlikeoldautumn Withhishairtoss’dtoandfro, Firmstridingo’erthestubblefields Whentheequinoctialsblow.

~Dinah Mulock Craik (1826–1887), “October”

Love

Penny Saver puzzles

games? This book is perfect for you! It has a wide variety of puzzles and games. Perfect for curling up by the fire or on-the-go!

Ever wondered what the first Penny Savers looked like? Take a step back in time and have your very own! This 1948 Penny Saver was one of our very first! This will be a keepsake item that all can enjoy!

All real estate advertised in the Genesee Valley Penny Saver is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, handicap, familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. Fair

LOCAL DINING SPOTS FOSTER COMMUNITY

Dining out is a great way to celebrate life’s milestones or simply reconnect with friends and loved ones. Research firm NPD Group found that, by the end of 2015, restaurant visits by consumers increased by 700 million compared to just five years prior.

While chain restaurants invest heavily in advertising, independently owned restaurants do not have those same resources. Multi-unit chains also have more pull with suppliers and might be able to negotiate better deals, or can spread operational costs across various locations. Too often diners are not aware of the vast array of tasty, well-priced and artisanal foods awaiting them just down the street. Much can be said about the advantages of patronizing local eateries. Men and women who want unique dining experiences can give local, independently owned establishments a try.

DOS AND DON’TS OF HOLIDAY SAFETY

DON’T gift without doing research into whether or not toys are ageappropriate. Pay attention to toy recalls as well. The Consumer Product Safety Commission provides lists of recalled items.

GET CRAFTY WITH HOMEMADE ORNAMENTS

Advent calendar: Make an Advent calendar to count down to Christmas by covering a foam board with fabric. Use paper tags or small ornaments and write a number on each for each day of the month. Hang these all from the board. As each day passes, move the tag or ornament to the tree.

Thanksgiving can take on all shapes and forms of celebration. What do you prefer?

• I love to go big and host my entire family

• I‘d rather travel for Thanksgiving

• I prefer a Friendsgiving

• I like low key and just my immediate family

Poll Ends 11-22-22

Poll Ended 11-15-22

Tuesday November 8 was election day. How do you feel things went this year?

22.2% It was a relatively tame year.

38.9% Things got ugly.

38.9% I’m just glad it’s over!

We love hearing from you! Vote and make your voice heard when you visit www.gvpennysaver.com!

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Numerous 2½”, 2” & smaller 3 RING VINYL BINDERS, most with pockets: 585-815-7906

CPAP FULL FACE MASK - Philips, never used. Size large: 585-382-3705

KING SIZE WOODEN HEADBOARD. Includes swing away frame. Call or text: 585-698-4077

SOFA BED; queen size; very good condition. You haul. Bloomfield area: 585-657-6378

Queen size METAL BED FRAME and MATTRESS. Pick up: jcarlson15@rochester.rr.com

2 tote bins of FABRIC and REMNANTS. Good for quilting and doll clothes: 585-334-3891

STEREO CONSOLE UNIT - 6 ft. Sears Silvertone - AM/FM plus phono. Working, cabinet in excellent condition. Pick up: bhermansny@aol.com

MARANTZ AV SURROUND RECEIVER NR1501 - needs repair - no audio output: 585-334-9360

7’ CHRISTMAS TREE, comes apart in 3 sections, plus boxful of CHRISTMAS TREE DECORATIONS. Must take all. Fairport area: can30man@aol.com

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER on casters - very good condition. Pick up in Batavia: 585-536-6188

Two 13” COLOR ANALOG TVs good condition: 585-447-4209 or patricia70.po@gmail.com

SCRAP METAL and 10’ EXTENSION LADDER. Pick up, York: 585-243-3965

Six 8 TRACK TAPES - Andy Williams, Barbra Streisand, Dionne Warwick: cszilagyi1@rochester.rr.com

BEDSIDE TABLE: 585-394-6686

SCRAP METAL - stove and refrigerator. Pick up Brockport: 585-637-7505

White ADULT DESK. Henrietta. Call in the afternoon: 585-334-6388

ZENITH VHS/DVD PLAYER with remote; no cables included and a HOOVER UPRIGHT VACUUM. Both in fair condition: allentom322@gmail.com

Two new MICROWAVABLE HEATING PADS, ABDOMINAL BINDER, small UNIVERSAL COLD PACK, INSTANT COLD PACK. Fairport: 585-388-0318

THERMO STABILIZER, small INSTANT PORTABLE HEAT WRAP, medium form fit WRIST BRACE (right): 585-388-0318

Trash bags of FABRIC SCRAPS, mostly large pieces: 666jacq@gmail.com

CANNING JARS - 12 quart sized and 12 pint sized. A mix of regular and wide mouthed. Fairport: jvc45@aol.com 92”x44” COUCH, excellent condition. Fairport. You pick up. 585-388-0318

DRESSER, fair condition. 585-394-6686

SMALL WHEELCHAIR WITH PEDALS in good condition for special needs boy, 4ft., 77lb. Can pick up: 585-704-5060

Vintage BARNETT CROSMAN CROSSBOWS/ARROWS needed for parts. Email or text to mintshape@netacc.net or 585-794-0448

Looking for 12-18’ ALUMINUM LADDER. Victor area: LarryPallo@gmail.com

Small ROWBOAT type dinghy: 585-507-8788

PALLET JACK, INSIDE & OUTSIDE LIGHT FIXTURES, SECURITY SYSTEM for a Community Hygiene Bank Outreach Ministry shed: Scarlett 585-953-0764

CPAP MACHINE for Elderly patient: 585-481-9913

OLD WOOD FENCE, BOARDS or PICKETS. Any condition. Ehgelinas@charter.net Large NATIVITY SET for front yard. 585-507-8788

ICE SKATES, around size 11 women’s, around 9 men’s. dancealyssa85@gmail.com

FOOTBALL & BASKETBALL CARDS, 1980s Stuff, Sports Stuff & Magazines. 585-729-1259

VINYL WOOD DECKING used or scrap. Enough to cover a 6 x 4 foot area. Call or Text 585-802-9342

COUCH, MICROWAVE, KITCHEN TABLE and CHAIRS for two people in good condition. 585-739-6257

HEADBOARD for full or queen sized bed. 585-762-8160

DIRT BIKES, ATVS, GO-KARTS, running or not. Text or call 315-576-1278

Weber charcoal or gas GRILLS. Call or text 315-576-1278

CANNING JARS of any size. My2013snookumz@gmail.com

TWIN BOX SPRING. Brighton. vangellow@bluefrog.com

NATIDDY 6” MINI CORDLESS CHAINSAW, working condition. 585-409-6477

One SILVER TEASPOON, traditionally known as a sugar bowl spoon and a used ELECTRIC CLOTHES DRYER in good working condition: 585-229-2186

OLD CLOTHING. T-Shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, denims from the 1980s, 1990s or earlier: 585-953-9834

VCR in working condition: belkeak@gmail.com

2-DRAWER FILE CABINET, wood tone: 585-507-8788

Working, functional LAPTOP or DESKTOP TOWER that will connect to WiFi for a child to play online games: 09-putrid.mouths@icloud.com

VINTAGE COMPOUND or RECURVE ARCHERY BOWS/ARROWS/BROADHEADS for Archery Merit Badge. Text or email: 585-794-0448 or mintshape@netacc.net

SPORTS CARDS, MEMORABILIA, ACTION FIGURES, anything BUFFALO for man cave: 607-590-5563

YARN, MACRAMÉ, NEEDLES, etc.: 607-590-5563

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Leaf Pickup

Election Day

On Election Day, I was signed into my polling place by a Marine Vet. He had served his country before and was doing so once again. Thank you.

Veterans Day Dinner

Shout out to the Lakeville Fire Department Exempts for an amazing dinner to honor our Veterans! Not only did they provide a delicious, perfectly grilled steak for the Veterans (plus two chips for any drinks of their choice), they also provided hamburgers and hot dogs for the Veteran's family. In addition, there was a buffet with tossed salad, macaroni salad, potato salad, salt potatoes, rolls & butter and an abundance of dessert choices.

The event was smoothly run by all of the volunteers and they made everyone feel welcome. They served approximately 200 Veterans and their families. Can't thank them enough for their generosity and all the time and effort put into this event. It was greatly appreciated by myself and all the other Veterans and their families.

Young kid offers to pay for my order

I was at Speedway in Shortsville on Sunday 11/13 and this nice young man ( possible 10+ years) asked if he could pay for my order. I said no, that's alright, but he insisted and wouldn't take no for an answer, so I let him. I told him I will make sure I pay it forward. I want to commend the parents of this young man. There are not many kids that would even consider doing that. They did an awesome job with that young man. Other kids should learn by his example.

With Humble Gratitude

Thank you to the kind woman ahead of me recently at the West Bloomfield Dollar General. Your unexpected generosity towards my purchases continues to warm my heart. I want you to know that I was making purchases for donation to those less fortunate. Your kindness and generosity were humbling.

This isn't really a rant, but more of a question/observation. When is the town of Mendon going to join the party and offer curbside leaf pickup? Bagging leaves and putting them in the trash can can't be good for the environment, not to mention the cost of bags, which of course has gone up. Now a few trash companies have put a limit on how many bags can be picked up weekly. It seems like all of our neighboring communities have the convenience of depositing their leaves roadside to be vacuumed up later. Sure wish Mendon offered that. Thank you.

Please slow down

To the person flying down Pratt Road Saturday October night. Please slow down. You hit a person's dog and just kept going. The speed limit is 45 . Kids are outside playing, people walk, jog and walk their pets. When you hit something, please do the right thing and stop to see what you hit, and if it is a pet please contact the proper authorities. Now this family doesn't have their pet and is devastated with what happened. Please slow down and pay attention to your surroundings.

Dissatisfied with water

RAVES RANTS

Has anyone else noticed they have a “mold“ problem with the new municipal water from the [local town].I never had mold under the rim of my toilet with our well water. I now have mold that I have to scrub off the toilet every other day. The “mold“ also grows around the drain, and there is black residue in the spout. What bothered me the most was spraying a squirt gun that had water in it and it sprayed out BLACK! I was so happy to have municipal water and now I am afraid to drink it and to brush my teeth with it. Take a white cloth and wipe your spout and see if you also have black stuff on the cloth. I am forever cleaning this and never had this problem before. Something is wrong!

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SENIOR NEWS

By Matilda Charles

Scammers: More Dangerous an Ever

To those of us who wander the internet: beware. e scammers, thieves and troublemakers have kicked things up a notch or two, and frankly it’s getting a bit dangerous.

By dangerous, I mean when it comes to the safety of our personal information and money. ese scammers will do nearly anything to get it. You might come home to a voicemail message that asks you to call back. e scammers might pretend to be your bank or another company you know. ey’ll ask you to verify your account number to identify yourself. Don’t do it. If the message comes to you in a text message, don’t click that link.

If you’ve applied for a job, a scammer will ask for upfront fees or personal information.

You might get a call from a scammer pretending to be your insurance company or Medicare. ey’ll claim they need to verify your card number.

A scammer will pretend to be from your local town o ce and say that you haven’t paid your property taxes and that you could be arrested if you don’t send them money.

If you’ve tried to get rental assistance, a scammer might call to ask for your personal information as well as an upfront fee.

If there is a life event or occurrence, there is sure to be a scam involved somehow. e Federal Trade Commission scam alert webpage lists several right now: fake hurricane relief, fake Geek Squad invoices, fake student load aid, fake winter prep assistance, fake internet and cable o ers ... and so much more.

If you’re in the market for a new or additional cellphone, it could be the rst step in foiling some of those scammers. How? By not giving the new number out to anyone but trusted family and friends.

Remember: Your name, number and email address are for sale out there. ere are websites around the world that do nothing but collect this information ... and sell it to scammers. Do everything you can to stay o those lists. (c) 2022 King Features Synd., Inc.

Hamlin Public Library

1680 Lake Road, Hamlin 585.964.2320 hamlinlibraryny.org Mondays/Wednesdays 10am6pm; Tuesdays/Thursdays 10am-8pm; Fridays 10am-4pm; Saturdays 10am-2pm

Hoag Library

134 S. Main St., Albion 585.589.4246

Visit our website for hours. www.hoaglibrary.org

Holley Community Free Library

86 Public Square, Holley 585.638.6987 • holleylibrary.org

Hrs.: M & W: 10am-1pm & 4-8pm Tu, Th, & F: 10am-5pm Sat: 10am-2pm until June 22nd (Closed Sat for the Summer)

Seymour Library

161 East Ave., Brockport 585.637.1050 www.seymourlibraryweb.org Hrs.: M-Th: 10am-8pm, F: 10am-6pm Sat: 10am-3pm

HamlinPublicLibrary:

The HamlinPublicLibraryisopen Mondays/Wednesdaysfrom10am6pm;Tuesdays/Thursdaysfrom 10am-8pm;Fridaysfrom10am-4pm; Saturdaysfrom10am-2pm.Preschool StorytimeiseveryMondayat 10:30am.JoinusforletterIthemed books,songsandfingerplayson November21.LegoClubforallages meetsonThursday,December1st from6-7pm.WewillbemakingLego Christmasornamentstotakehomeor youcanjustcreativelybuildforfun. TheLibraryisclosedfromThursday, November24Sunday,November27 incelebrationofThanksgiving.For moreinformation,callthelibraryat 964-2320,gotoourwebsiteat hamlinlibraryny.orgorFacebookpage.

Apples were taken to North America by European settlers.

SeymourLibrary:

Thanksgiving DayTrivia*:Tuesday November22,2:00pmto3:00pm

Manyofourtime-honoredtraditions ofThanksgivingarenotrelatedtothe Pilgrims,butarefromsomeother surprisingsources.Joinusforaneyeopeningpresentationabout Thanksgiving.*Registrationrequired. PokémonClub:Wednesday,November23,3:00pmto4:00pm, Thisgroupwillmeettodiscussall thingsPokémon.Itemsfromour collectionwillbemadeavailableand bringingyourcardcollectionishighly encouraged!

**TheSeymourLibrarywillbeCLOSINGEARLYonWednesday,November23rdat5:00pmandwillbe CLOSEDonThursday,November 24thfortheThanksgivingHoliday. AnimeBingeBonanza:Friday, November26,10:00amto5:30pm

Whatbetterwaytospendaschool breakthanbingeinganime?Comeuse Seymour’sCrunchyrollsubscriptionto watchsomeofyourfavoritesafter yourholidayfeasting.Grades6-12.

ParmaPublicLibrary

Crafternoon: Harvest&Holiday DecoupagePlates:Friday,November18th,2:00-3:30pm

Usepatternedfabrictocreatea beautifulharvestorChristmasservingplate,Allsuppliesprovidedor bringyourownfabrictouse! Pleaseregister.

TweenBookClub:FromtheDesk ofZoeWashington:Friday,Nov 18th|4:30-5:30pm

Registertoreserveyourseatin TweenBookClub!Thismonth we’rereading“FromtheDeskof ZoeWashington”byJanaemarks. Thisclubisforyouthages8-12. BabyStorytime&SensoryPlay: Tuesday,November22nd, 10:30am

JoinMs.Zuzuforstories,songs, andsensoryplayattheParmaLibrary!Recommendedforages0-3. Noregistration.

TeenTuesday:November22nd, 3:00-4:00pm

Needsomethingtodoafter school?Joinusatthelibraryfor snacks,games,crafts,andNetflix! Youthingrades7-12welcome!No registrationrequired.

ALEXANDER

AlexanderFireDepartment

Christmas Craft&VendorShow Sunday,November27,from9am3pmattheAlexanderFireDepartment,10708AlexanderRd., Alexander.

BATAVIA

CookieWalk&Vendor/Craft

Sale: BataviaFirstUnitedMethodist Church,8221LewistonRd.Cookie Walk&Vendor/CraftSale-Saturday,December10,2022,10a.m.2p.m.Christmascookiesforsale bythepound.Freepictureofthe kidswithSanta.35+vendorsand crafters.Lunchavailableforpurchase.Forfurtherinformation, pleasecallthechurchofficeat (585)343-4708.

HLOMGuestSpeakerSeries: Rob Thompson, “Behold&Blush: TheSullivanExpedition”-Joinusat theHollandLandOfficeMuseum onSaturday,December3rdaswe welcomethenextpresenterinour GuestSpeakerSeries.Localauthor RobThompsonwillbepresenting onhisnewestbook,“Behold& Blush:TheSullivanExpedition”.Mr. Thompsonwillbedoingabook signingfrom1-2pmandthenwill bepresentingfollowingupuntil4 pm.Copiesofhisbookwillbe availableinthemuseumgiftshop. Admissionis$5or$3formuseum members.Ifyouplanonattending pleasecontactthemuseumat 585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com.

HLOMTriviaNightattheMuseum: Spanish-American WarJoinusattheHollandLandOffice MuseumonThursday,December8 at7pmforthenexteditionof TriviaNightattheMuseum.This month’stopictheSpanishAmericanWar,asthewarended thismonthin1898.Admissionis $3perpersonor$2formuseum members.Pleasecontactthemuseumifyouwouldliketoattendat 585-343-4727or hollandlandoffice@gmail.com.

CrossroadsHouseAnnual Christmas Sale- TheCrossroads HouseAnnualChristmasSaleruns twoweekends!Fri.11/18/22-9 amto6pm.Sat.11/19/22-9am to1pm.LookforSurpriseSpecials! Fri.11/25/22-9amto6pm-25% offmostitems.Sat.11/26/22-9 amto1pm-50%offmostitems. Lightlunch,dessertsandbeverages availableeachday.Heldatthe BataviaFirstPresbyterianChurch Hall,300EastMainSt.,Batavia. https://www.crossroadshouse.com

GolabkiDinner(StuffedCabbage Rolls)- Fundraiserforthe POLISHFALCONS.OPENTOTHE PUBLIC.TAKE-OUT.SUNDAY, December3rd,4PMtil6PM.$13. Pre-ordersonly.Ordercutoff November28th.PolishFalcons NEST493,123SouthSwanSt., Batavia.Call343-4088or 343-0225.

HolidayWreathSale-$25. Sponsored byGrandViewCemetery.To order,pleasecall343-0877(Joyce) or993-1317(Office).Pickupwill beatthecemeterymaintenance garageonSunday,November27th from11-1pm.Allproceedsgotowardcemeterymaintenance. OrdersmustbeinbyNovember1st.

“SmallBusinessSaturdayCraft Sale” St.PaulLutheranSchool, Saturday,November26,10am-3 pm.ForInfotextJoanna@ 585-993-2410.

BROCKPORT

TheGatheringTable/Teen Closet TheGatheringTablewill beheldatBrockportFirstBaptist Church,124MainSt.,onSunday, November20.Dine-in12:00-1:00 pm.Menu:turkey,stuffing, mashedpotatoes,squash,green beancasserole,pies.Take-outat 12:45pm(iffoodisstillavailable). TheTeenClosetwillbeopen11:00 am-1:00pm.

BYRON

WeightLossSupportGroupTake OffPoundsSensibly(TOPS). Joinusforsupportandtipstohelp takeoffunwantedpounds!We meetWednesdayeveningsat5:30 attheByronFirstPresbyterian Church,6293MainStreet,Byron. Yearlymembershipis$49.

EAST BETHANY

Create-a-Critter&Treatsfor Wildlife: Let yourimaginationrun WILD!OnSaturday,December3rd, meetintheactivityroomofthe InterpretiveNatureCenterfora broadrangeofnaturalcraftmaterials.Hotglueaperfectholidaygift foryourlovedones!Inaddition, makeediblegarlandsandornamentsforthelocalwildlife,and trimthetreesintheACORNSOutdoorLearningCenter!Session1 takesplacefrom10:00amto 12:00pm.Session2takesplace from1:00pmto3:00pm.Feeis$5 perpersonand$10perfamily. Pre-registrationisrequired;call 585-344-1122.GeneseeCounty Park&Forest,11095BethanyCenterRd.

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ELBA

ChristmasinthePark! The Elba BettermentCommitteepresents ChristmasinthePark,alightedtree ceremonytohonororremember lovedones,promoteabusinessor justdecorateatreeforfun.The eventwillbeheldonFriday, December9at7:00pminthe VillagePark.Comeondownforthe officialtreelighting,music,refreshments,andofcourse,Santa.If youwouldliketoorderatree, contactJoanneat409-3183or Pauliat356-1561,ormessagethe ElbaBettermentCommitteeon Facebook.Pleaseplaceyourorder byNovember22.Treeswillbe readytodecorateNovember27.

ROCHESTER

HearingLossAssociationof America Rochesterchapter: HEARTOGETHER-Thisisavirtual supportgroupforparentsand caregiversofDeaf/hardofhearing children.Learnmoreaboutyour child’shearingloss,servicesto benefitthem,andtipstosupport theirlanguagedevelopment.Speak languagepathologistKristin BergholtzCCC/SLPfacilitates. November22,8pm-9pm.VIRTUAL ONZOOM.Toregistercontact kristinbslp@gmail.com.http:// www.hearinglossrochester.org

HearingLossAssociationof America Rochesterchapter: Hear Together-Speech-languagepathologistKristinBergholtzconducts avirtualsupportgroupforparents andcaregiversofDear/hardof hearingchildren.Itconnectsand advisesadvocatesofthose youngsters.Heldthe4thTuesday ofeverymonth,8pm-9pmuntil June22,2023.VIRTUAL-register atkristinbslp@gmail.com

HearingLossAssociationof America Rochesterchapter: Hear Together--Speech-languagepathologistKristinBergholtzconducts avirtualsupportgroupforparents andcaregiversofDeaf/hardof hearingchildren.Itconnectsand advisesadvocatesofthese youngsters.VIRTUALregisterat kristinbslp@gmail.com.Repeatseverymonthonthe4thTuesday, 8pm-9pm.Website:http://www. hearinglossrochester.org

SPENCERPORT

AnnualFallCraftFair featuring: A varietyofcraftsfromover18Vendors.ConcessionStandserving Soup,Bread,Cookies&Donuts, andDrinks.Entriestowinavariety ofVendorRaffles.HeldSaturday, November19from9am-4pmat theFerrisGoodridgeAmericanLegionPost#330,691TrimmerRoad, Spencerport.https://fg330.org

MISSION COFFEE:

CoffeeFindsaHigherCalling

BY JODY GREER

Mission Co ee is a grassroots Veteran owned business that began in 2018 and aims at connecting military Veterans to one another in a relaxing and informal way. Even better still, Veterans are building bonds through their shared love of co ee.

“The mission of Mission Co ee is just to sit down and have a cup of co ee and start the conversation,” says President Dave DiFranco. It’s no secret that American Veterans su er from startling rates of PTSD, and while the su ering remains the same, all Veterans deal with post-traumatic stress di erently. “According to the U.S. Department of Veterans A airs, 11-20 out of every 100 Veterans experience post-traumatic stress disorder.”

These statistics can vary across generations and wars; however, most Veterans have di iculties reaching out for help, and as time goes by this becomes increasingly detrimental to their mental health and well-being. That’s something that DiFranco understands all too well. “My dad was a WWII veteran, and I lost him to PTSD, to suicide,” says DiFranco soberly. And suddenly the goal of Mission Co ee becomes clear: communication and support must be coordinated for Veterans in need of assistance, and great tasting co ee is the focal point.

Mission Co ee is not simply about fundraising; it is a Veteran services organization that gives back to their local community. “We served our co ee at the Kiwanis country club dinner this year. People are really enjoying it. We use local roasters, and last year, we sent co ee to Afghanistan for our troops out there. The best blend everyone likes is our Bakeryblend.90%ofpeopleloveit,andithasagoodkick!Whenyouopen the co ee, it has an aroma. It’s all Arabica beans. We don’t do anything without Arabica beans. There are no fillers, no chemical enhancers. We don’t use the chemicals that aren’t good for you,” boasts DiFranco.

Mission Co ee sells high quality co ee to the public, and a portion of every bag sold supports local Veteran initiatives. “When you’re having a cup of co ee, it [is] nice to think that you’re sipping on something that actually helps Veterans,” adds DiFranco. If Veterans can gather and unwind over a cup of co ee in a relaxed setting, then Mission Co ee has served their purpose.

While co ee is its main initiative, Mission Co ee serves military Vets in other ways, as well, playing many other critical roles across the Western NY community and nationwide. Veterans and their families have benefited from their support in recent years and continue to do so with programs like Clear Path for Veterans, V.P.A.C (Veterans Plus Assistance Corp.), and K9 Companions for Rochester. Programs like these are more specialized in their focus and are instrumental in guiding Veterans when returning home from war, learning a new occupation, and/or re-entering the workforce, as well as the value of caring for a special K9 companion.

Animals have always been known to boost mental health and longevity, but DiFranco believes four-legged companions have a lasting impact on Veterans that many underestimate. “O ering companionship to these older Veterans especially—they’re in their 60s, 70s and 80s—is amazing. We just donated a pet to a Korean Veteran. I can read their eyes. I hear them speaking to me with their eyes about those things that they just won’t say, and I know that I won’t ask questions that they just won’t answer. Once they realize the pain that they have held in for all these years, it’s almost like a slow blink of their eyes and a nod, and nothing else has to be said. I am accepted by those who have served, I think, because I understand. It’s a great responsibility.”

A great responsibility like that comes with great rewards. Mission Co ee volunteers rescue abandoned, neglected, and mistreated cats over time and rehome them with military Veterans and their families. Frequently, the animals are lovingly cared for and maintained for years by Mission Co ee volunteers before ever being released to a Vet. When a cat does get adopted by a military Vet, it gains a new lease on life, and in many cases, so does the Vet.

Other programs under the Mission Co ee umbrella, like K9 Companions for Rochester, enable Vets to adopt dogs in need of a loving home, at no cost to them. However, for older Vets, a more suitable companion is o en a cat. A Vet will never be charged for an adoption expense or for the cost of caring for their newly adopted pet: that’s the idea behind Mission Co ee. None of this would be possible without the long list of supporters, volunteers, and fundraising e orts that help make Mission Co ee a reality.

Another essential program under the Mission Co ee umbrella is Combat Comedians, spearheaded by the famed Ralph Tetta. Tetta himself formerly toured with the renowned George Carlin and knows all too well the profound healing power of comedy and the gi of laughter. Shows like Combat Comedians give Veterans a chance to talk about their military experiences and find humor in tragedy.

Always leveraging community involvement, Mission Co ee’s goal is to keep growing to better serve their Veterans in need. Their reach knows no bounds, and recently they’ve partnered with Hanger Prosthetics, a prosthetic company that has been helping to fit Veterans with prosthetics since the Civil War. Veterans can have prosthetics designed for them to meet their individual needs, free of cost and obligation.

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TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH

By Keith Roach, M.D.

Lowering BMI Before Surgery Can Provide Better Outcomes

DEAR DR. ROACH: three years: two years in both knees, and one year in my right hip and the base of my spine. I am 5’3” and weigh 221 pounds, with a body mass index (BMI) of 39. I lost 23 pounds from January to June. What is the BMI needed for an orthopedic surgeon to do a hip replacement for someone with osteoarthritis -- without a broken hip? I recently had an assessment of my hip X-rays. I was told I’m at the outer cutoff of a BMI of 39, so I’m eligible for a hip replacement operation. Then, a few weeks later, I saw the surgeon, who ended up rejecting me -- claiming that 39 isn’t the outer limit, 35 is.

After a long talk, the surgeon said he’d do it for me, but I’d get a better result if I lose 20 more pounds and get my BMI down to 35. I felt jerked around, but said I’d wait and lose weight. I’m also trying to find a surgeon I like more than him.

So, what is the BMI needed for knee surgery: 35 or 39? -- L.C.

ANSWER: There is no standard cutoff BMI for joint replacement surgery. It is true that people with a BMI over 40 are at higher risk for medical complications; however, it is also true that people with severe arthritis and a high BMI still get improvement in their quality of life with surgery. Denying a person a cost-effective surgery that can greatly improve their quality of life simply because of a BMI number (which, in itself, is a flawed metric) is inappropriate.

I can understand why you would want to see a different surgeon, as it sounds like you were not treated well. However, the surgeon was right that surgical outcomes are better if a person can lose at least 20 pounds, according to a 2019 study. This included shorter lengths of stay in the hospital and a lesser chance of needing surgical revision. I wonder, though, if part of the benefit seen in the study was due to increased exercise prior to surgery, which is known to be beneficial in surgical outcomes.

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Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual questions, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu.

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When someone with celiac disease eats gluten the body mounts an immune system response that attacks the villi, which are small fingerlike projections that line the small intestine. The villi, when damaged, cannot properly absorb nutrients from food. Untreated celiac disease also may lead to the development of other autoimmune disorders like type 1 diabetes and multiplesclerosis.

The intestinal damage from eating gluten often causes diarrhea, fatigue, weight loss, bloating, and anemia, and can lead to serious complications. Following a strict gluten-free diet can help manage symptoms and promote intestinalhealing.

More companies are producing glutenfree foods and stores are carrying them in greater numbers. In addition, there are a number of new baking flours available that provide alternatives to traditional wheat-based formulas. People with celiac disease or gluten intolerances can use these specially designed flours to make homemade items. Certain flours also may be billed as one-to-one alternatives, meaning they can be substituted for traditional flour in recipes without adjusting the measurements.

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The number of people who smoke is on the decline, as a 2018 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention noted that the percentage of adults in the United States who smoke cigarettes declined from roughly 21 percent in 2005 to 15.5 percent in 2016. That decline has no doubt helped reduce overall cancer death rates, though the figures regarding smoking-related deaths are still staggering. According to the CDC, smoking accounts for more than 480,000 deaths each year in the United States. The 2018 report from the CDC indicates that men (17.5 percent) are more likely than women (13.5 percent) to smoke cigarettes. In addition, the report notes a correlation between education and the likelihood of smoking cigarettes. While smoking was lowest among people who had graduate degrees, with only five out of every 100 such adults being smokers, smoking rates were highest (40.6 percent) among adults with graduate education degree certificates, or GEDs. While people who had no high school diploma were less likely to smoke cigarettes than GED recipients, the CDC report found that smoking rates declined the moreeducationpeoplereceived.

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DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I got scammed! I can’t believe it. For decades, I’ve purchased speci c dog breeds from reputable breeders locally and up to a few hundred miles away. But last year I decided to purchase a dog from overseas, speci cally Europe, because I wanted a speci c breed and there were none available locally. Normally I would happily y over myself to meet the prospective pet, but due to travel restrictions during the pandemic, that was not possible. ere’s a lot to my story of being scammed, but in the interest of time I will just say that I paid out several thousand dollars to a scammer who looked very legitimate online, and at the end of the day, no dog ever arrived. I want to warn other people who are thinking about buying a dog from overseas to be very careful. If something seems too good to be true, it probably is. -- Heartbroken in Dallas

DEAR HEARTBROKEN: ank you for sharing your story. It will help so many other potential owners to avoid pet-buying pitfalls.

Overseas pet-buying scams have increased dramatically in the past few years -- so much so that such purchases, especially from Eastern Europe, were banned temporarily. But scammers don’t care about bans, and they’ll do anything to get money from people who just want a pet.

If you haven’t done so yet, report the scammer to authorities. File a report locally with your city’s police department. If you wired money to the scammer, contact the service provider to report the incident. Report the incident on pet scam websites, social media and anywhere that pet owners chat.

e International Pet And Animal Transportation Association has more strategies to report scammers here: www.ipata.org/pet-scams.

Were you scammed when trying to buy a pet? Tell us your story at ask@pawscorner.com.

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