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EDITOR’S NOTE January was a month of cold weather and not much outdoor time. My kids had three days of no school due to cold weather. No winter walks for me and my walking buddy, so we had to regroup and join in on weekly Zumba classes.

How are all the new year’s resolutions going? I am working hard on toning up with heavier weights and adding greens to my diet. Everynight my dinner is some sort of salad with avocado used as my dressing.

Add some more veggies to your diet, cut out the sweets as much as you can and you’ll feel amazing.

I am very pleased that you’ve decided to join us this month. This is our Health Awareness issue. We have packed so much up-to-date information into these pages that this issue is just bursting with health! We have something for men and women of all ages. We contact local health professionals every month and are thankful that many have contributed to this issue. They are keenly aware of health concerns for this region (very important). We stay in touch with them so they can stay in touch with you. I think you’ll find something here that can help you lead a healthier life. We hope that you share this special issue with friends and family, too.

Speaking of family, I try to keep mine active throughout these cold months.

My children are getting all psyched up to start the art and improv classes again this year. I encourage you to try to find something to keep your children active and social. Whether it’s gymnastics, dance, sport or just running around in circles, staying active keeps the body and mind healthy and developing.

Stay active!!! I hope you have a wonderful February and will touch base again in March.

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By Carolyn Vescio and Cheryl L. Dejewski How many times have you watched a sporting event and thought, “That ref needs his eyes examined!” In 2002, nationally known Sports Officiator Peter (“Pudge”) Narrai, of Milwaukee, was told that by his very own wife. “My wife is a nurse and she realized that it had been years since my last eye exam, so she made me an appointment with Dr. Freedman. I ended up missing it to referee a game, so she made me another appointment. This time, she personally drove me! I thought my vision was fine and that the whole appointment would be a waste of time,” explained Narrai.

Although he read the eye chart without trouble at that first appointment, ophthalmologist Dr. Mark Freedman, a partner at Eye Care Specialists, had some surprising news for Narrai. “He said to me, ‘Do you want the good news or the bad news first?’ I had him deliver the bad news first—and the news was that I was going to go blind,” recalled Narrai. But, the good news was that Narrai had glaucoma. And, as Freedman explained, with the right medication and proper treatment, glaucoma can be controlled, and Narrai would likely not lose his sight.

Glaucoma is an eye disease (typically related to increased pressure in the eye) that causes progressive damage to the optic nerve, which carries visual information from the retina to the brain. If glaucoma goes undetected and/or untreated, a person will first lose their side vision, and later, possibly all of their sight—permanently.

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Twelve years since his diagnosis, Narrai’s vision is as good as ever, and he wants to keep it that way in order to stay involved in his life-long passion--sports. A star athlete growing up in Bay View, Narrai played basketball, football, baseball and tennis. He was even inducted into the Semi-Pro Football Hall of Fame. But, an injury sidelined his football career in college, and Narrai took a good job with the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) where he went on to work for 30 years. Narrai never strayed, however, from his love of sports. He continued to play baseball and began officiating football, basketball, and baseball games on the high school and college levels. “I’ve officiated some of the biggest tournaments you can imagine,” said Narrai, who is also in the United States Specialty Sports Association Hall of Fame for softball officiating.

Since his retirement from MMSD, Narrai heads an organization of 280 Wisconsin umpires/referees. He continues to officiate at sporting events and is hired by local high school sports programs to give motivational talks about sports, being an athlete, and living a good life outside of athletics. “I really enjoy working with kids,” he said, noting that he is now getting a kick out of watching his own seven grandchildren EYE>>page 45

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TRAVELING WITH SENIORS Whether it’s a Fourth of July getaway or a family reunion, summer brings the opportunity to travel with a senior loved one. These trips can be rich and rewarding for everyone involved, provided you prepare for potential challenges along the way.

You can never be too prepared. When traveling with seniors, it is essential to take the three Ms – in this case: meds, mobility issues, and Murphy’s Law – into consideration. Some areas where you should plan to plan: Documentation: Make sure that both you and your senior loved one have sufficient and valid photo identification and it is accessible throughout your journey.

Particularly if you are traveling by air or crossing national borders, there may be multiple checkpoints. A non-expired, government-issued passport is best as it carries the most weight with TSA and other officials, but you should also have a backup such as a state-issued I.D. or driver’s license. You can view TSA requirements for valid photo identification here.

Call Ahead: If you are flying, call the airline ahead of time and let them know that you will be accompanied by a senior passenger. Arrange any special services in advance, whether it’s a wheelchair at the gate, a seating request or a dietary consideration. If you are staying in a hotel, on a cruise ship, or participating in a tour, make sure everyone involved is aware of whatever requirements your senior might have.

Medications: You’ve probably already planned for the meds they will need while they’re away from home, but you should also make sure you are familiar with how they can refill or replace a prescription if needed… particularly if they are heavily regulated drugs. If you are flying, pack all medications in carry-on bags, but in their original containers. Don’t try to consolidate or put them in a day sorter or they might not clear TSA. At Home Instead Senior Care serving Milwaukee we also recommend that your senior loved one carry an emergency card in their wallet (whether traveling or not) – with doctor information, medical data, allergies, etc. Call our office at (414) 882-5464 for a free card.

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EDITOR’S PICK FOR FEBRUARY EVENTS A Toast to the Animals at the Zoo, Feb. 6

You can find great wines in many parts of the world. In a select number of places you can also find great apes (and primates). Pair them and you get the Zoological Society of Milwaukee’s Wines and Beers of the World fundraiser on February 6. This is the only spirits-and-primates event in the Milwaukee area. Guests can sample wines, beers and savory foods and stroll through the Stearns Family Apes of Africa and Primates of the World buildings. Later, guests can sample desserts in the U.S. Bank Gathering Place. Register now for this evening event—it sells out quickly. You must be at least 21 years old to attend What: The Zoological Society of Milwaukee’s Wines and Beers of the World fundraiser.

When: Thursday, Feb. 6, 2014; 7-10 p.m. (VIP’s admitted at 6 p.m.; see below) Where: Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee.

Why: To raise money for the nonprofit ZSM and its mission (see bottom of news release).

Details: Event features wines, beers, gourmet foods and desserts for sampling. View the Zoo’s apes and primates during the event. Purchase VIP tickets and enjoy early entry at 6 p.m. as well as entry into a drawing to win a behind-the-scenes tour of the Zoo. Costs & Registration (through Feb. 6): Regular tickets: $40 for Zoological Society members and guests (registering at the same time as member); $50 for non-members. VIP tickets: $50 for Zoological Society members (registering at the same time as member); $60 for non-members. Register by phone (414-258-2333) or online at zoosociety.org/winetasting. Online reservations accepted through Feb. 4, 2014 unless the event fills prior to that date. Space is limited; fees are non-refundable.

Special thanks to: Ball n Biscuit Catering; Café Hollander; Café Manna; Clock Shadow Creamery; Crispin Cider Company/St. Killian Imports; Duvel USA; East Shore Specialty Foods; FortuNuts LLC; Gigi’s Cupcakes; GreatBrewers.com; Horny Goat Brewing Co.; Kensington Liquor; La Fuente Restaurants; Maggiano’s Little Italy; MillerCoors; Milwaukee Brewing Co.; New Belgium Brewing Company; The Oilerie® Brookfield; Palermo s® Pizza; Racine Danish Kringles; Sassy Cow Creamery; Saz s Hospitality Group; Shully s Cuisine & Events; Sprecher Brewery; Stone Creek Coffee; Usinger s Famous Sausage; West Allis Cheese & Sausage Shoppe, and Zilli Hospitality Group.

Wine can be ordered at the event. However, Wisconsin state licensing laws do not allow us to sell wine at the event. Orders can be picked up and paid for at Kensington Liquor (4496 N. Oakland Ave, Shorewood 53211).

Discounts for larger purchases: 5% off for 6 to 11 bottles; 10% off for 12 or more. A percentage of all wine sales benefit the ZSM annual appeal for the gorillas.

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Zumba® Fitness Party at the Zoo

Sweating for the Animals Tired of winter’s frozen grip? Got cabin fever? Get out of the house and sweat… for the animals. The Zoological Society of Milwaukee (ZSM) is holding a Zumba® Fitness Party at the Zoo fundraiser on Feb. 22. This first-time ZSM event is led by Zumba Jammer™ Rachel Beimel and other licensed Zumba® instructors. Held in the evening at the Milwaukee County Zoo, it’s a fun way to focus on cardiovascular strength through easy-tofollow choreography set to upbeat world rhythms. Money raised benefits the ZSM’s Sponsor an Animal program.

What: Zumba® Party at the Zoo fundraiser.

Where: Milwaukee County Zoo’s Peck Welcome Center; 10005 W. Bluemound Road.

When: Feb. 22, 2014; 6-8 p.m.

Who: Open to ages 14 and up; no experience necessary.

Why: To raise money for the Zoo’s animals and to raise your heart rate in a healthful way.

Registration: Pre-register at zoosociety.org/Zumba or call (414) 2582333. Day-of-event registration starts at 5 p.m.

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Well-Being

A GUIDE TO NATURAL HEALTH

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All types of tea (green, black, and oolong) are produced from the Camellia sinensis plant using different methods. Fresh leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant are steamed to produce green tea.

What Green Tea Is Used For Green tea and green tea extracts, such as its component EGCG, have been used to prevent and treat a variety of cancers, including breast, stomach, and skin cancers.

Green tea and green tea extracts have also been used for improving mental alertness, aiding in weight loss, lowering cholesterol levels, and protecting skin from sun damage.

How Green Tea Is Used Green tea is usually brewed and drunk as a beverage. Green tea extracts can be taken in capsules and are sometimes used in skin products.

What the Science Says Laboratory studies suggest that green tea may help protect against or slow the growth of certain cancers, but studies in people have shown mixed results.

Some evidence suggests that the use of green tea preparations improves mental alertness, most likely because of its caffeine content. There are not enough reliable data to determine whether green tea can aid in weight loss, lower blood cholesterol levels, or protect the skin from sun damage.

NCCAM is supporting studies to learn more about the components in green tea and their effects on conditions such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.

Side Effects and Cautions Green tea is safe for most adults when used in moderate amounts.

There have been some case reports of liver problems in people taking concentrated green tea extracts. This problem does not seem to be connected with green tea infusions or beverages. Although these cases are very rare and the evidence is not definitive, experts suggest that concentrated green tea extracts be taken with food, and that people should discontinue use and consult a heath care practitioner if they have a liver disorder or develop symptoms of liver trouble, such as abdominal pain, dark urine, or jaundice.

Green tea and green tea extracts contain caffeine. Caffeine can cause insomnia, anxiety, irritability, upset stomach, nausea, diarrhea, or frequent urination in some people.

Green tea contains small amounts of vitamin K, which can make anticoagulant drugs, such as warfarin, less effective.

Tell your health care providers about any complementary and alternative practices you use. Give them a full picture of what you do to manage your health. This will help ensure coordinated and safe care.

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FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE AND MLS THERAPY: Improving The Lives Of Those Suffering With Pain From Chronic Diseases

At Evans Chiropractic & Pain Laser Clinic we have helped hundreds of people get out of pain and put the quality back into their lives. We have done this by incorporating state of the art treatment modalities like the MLS Class 4 Laser. This particular laser actually accelerates the patient’s natural healing response which is more often than not hindered by a weakened immune system. When the body is unable to heal itself the problem becomes chronic or ongoing. The patient may take medications that help them to ease the symptoms but the body never really gets better. The laser is applied directly to the injured region targeting it directly which is why it is so effective. It doesn’t have to depend on changing the internal environment of the body in order to get the site to heal. In that way it acts like a salve. So far we have helped people with osteoarthritis of the hands, knees, feet, spine and hips; rotator cuff injuries, neck pain, tennis elbow, disc problems, plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, ankle sprains, post-surgical healing. But the most amazing new application is for people suffering from Shingles, Psoriasis and Eczema!!! Dr Evans just returned from the National Convention of Laser Professionals Annual Meeting where researches presented protocols and treatment plans for relieving the pain and dysfunction associated with these diseases. “We have already had amazing success with these protocols in the office,” Evans said. Just today a 62 year old woman came into the office with acute pain from a shingles outbreak and left with 50% reduction in pain without pain pills.

Once the lesions are healed and the pain resolved, this patient can now be transferred to Dr Greg Bonikowske for further evaluation and treatment to help strengthen her immune system so that she won’t have to worry about getting Shingles again.

Dr. Greg Bonikowske joined the team at Evans Chiropractic & Pain Laser Clinic in January of this year and is already getting very busy. We are seeing more and more patients who have a number of chronic health problems which are not being treated as effectively as they could be. People need to be given the information and treatment they need to regain their health. Too often they are just given medications that are supposed to make them more comfortable but do nothing to help them get better. At Evans Chiropractic & Pain Laser we are committed to helping our patients regain their health.

In keeping with this commitment and to continue to offer our patients state of the art care and treatment, we sought out Dr. Bonikowskes’ expertise in the areas of Clinical Nutrition and Functional Medicine. Dr. Bonikowske, is a certified functional medicine practitioner, adjunct professor of Clinical Nutrition at Carroll University and a chiropractic physician. He has worked with patients of all ages, from all over the United States helping them to recover from a wide variety of chronic diseases such as; fibromyalgia, digestive disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, diabetes, heart disease, shingles, psoriasis, to name only a few.

Are you in pain? Are you sick? Do you want to regain your health and vitality? Call today for a Complimentary Consultation with our team of physicians 262-785-5515. We look forward to you call!

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Straight to the Point:

ACUPUNCTURE The Best Alternative Method For Pain Relief Anthony S Blair and Kimberly Stueber My body was slightly tense, waiting on the needles to prick my skin. I’d heard of acupuncture and the benefits of acupuncture treatment. This was my first try and didn’t know what to expect. His method is diversion. As I lay on the table, Dr. Zhou talks to me and touches different areas of my leg. Where I expected to feel the prick of the needles and where the needles actually went in were different which minimized the pain. Dr. Zhou is skillful in his insertion of the needles. I believe most people’s aversion to needles makes acupuncture seem more painful than it is. Injuring my Achilles tendon playing basketball I sought to heal myself. Traditional doctors told me I needed surgery. I never had surgery and was resistant to being cut, scarring, anesthesia, and the cost. A friend recommended acupuncture and after doing some research, settled on Dr. Zhou. 30 minutes, 15 needles, 3 glass suction cups, and a heat lamp later I had noticeably greater mobility & flexibility I came in on crutches and left walking in a brace. After further treatments my injury healed in the same amount of time it would have taken with invasive surgery. And I don’t have the scar or the

$5,000 bill, amazing.

Stories like these are very common after people visit Dr. XiPing Zhou. Zhou, a doctor of oriental medicine, licensed acupuncturist, and the founder and president of Dr. Zhou’s Acupuncture and Pain Management Clinic in Madison, WI, says “Acupuncture is perfect for naturally treating pain and many other conditions.”

The name given to one of the points in acupuncture work - Gushing Spring – is symbolic of the roots of this ancient Chinese folk medicine that aims to balance the energy system of qi (pronounced chee) and treat common disorders and pain all at the same time. Acu comes from the Latin word Acus meaning “needle” and puncture comes from Late Latin word punctura meaning “a pricking”. Thus the technique consists of pricking an acupuncture point with a needle. Acupuncture developed out of the need to apply pressure to the body, treat wounds, and lance infectious lesions.

The earliest evidence of practices similar to acupuncture date back to the New Stone Age (8,000-2,000 B.C, the first acupuncture needles were crudely shaped & made from stones known as Bian Stones. Crude Bian Stones gave way to more skillfully shaped needles made of pottery. With the development of metallurgical techniques, the metal needle superceded the pottery needles and Bian Stones. The term acupuncture didn’t surface until shortly after the Ming Dynasty in 1684.

According to Zhou, acupuncture is an element of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Beyond the benefits of pain relief and treatment of common disorders, acupuncture is holistic - keeping the mind, body and spirit balanced and in harmony. “It is a complete approach,” Zhou says. By working treats the source of the disorder not just the symptoms.

It would be accurate to say that acupuncture treats disorders of QI, Blood and disturbances of the Organ Networks – but this doesn’t correspond to the Western vocabulary of named diseases and conditions. Acupuncture can be helpful for: pain management, withdrawal from addictions, post-surgical recovery, chronic fatigue and signs of aging and decreased immunity. Some of the many conditions for which acupuncture is considered appropriate are listed by the World Health Organization of the United Nations.

According to Zhou, acupuncture is an element of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Beyond the benefits of pain relief and treatment of common disorders, acupuncture is holistic - keeping the mind, body and spirit balanced and in harmony. “It is a complete approach,” Zhou says. By working treats the source of the disorder not just the symptoms.

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WHERE DID OUR Health Go? When we develop nutritional deficiencies or excesses we cause more oxidative stress and prevent our cells from functioning properly leading to the slow development of chronic diseases, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, cancer, and autoimmune diseases.

Article written by Flip Troiano, MD, GreenSquare Center For The Healing Arts One of the major determinants of our heath is our nutritional status. When we give our cells the nutrients that they need we have good energy and we maintain a healthy immune system. When we develop nutritional deficiencies or excesses we cause more oxidative stress and prevent our cells from functioning properly leading to the slow development of chronic diseases, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, cancer, and autoimmune diseases.

Most people grew up believing that eating a well-balanced diet would keep them healthy. In fact we were told that if we ate a well-balanced diet we didn’t even need extra vitamins. Today we are now being told that there are epidemic increases in the rates of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, obesity, and many other chronic inflammatory diseases. So what happened?

In the last 50 years there have been significant changes to how our foods are grown and produced. Our meats are primarily raised in feedlots. Many of our staple foods now come from genetically modified organisms (GMO). A significant part of our diet comes from processed and fast foods.

Feedlot raised animals have up to 10 times more omega-6 fats than do pasture raised animals. Too many Omega-6 fats cause inflammation. GMO crops play a significant role in the increase in food allergies and there are unknown long-term risks of possible genetic transfer to our own intestinal bacteria. Processed foods are devoid of many of their original nutrients and many are high in omega-6 fats and simple sugars. In addition, we were given a food pyramid in the early 90’s that was heavily weighted towards carbohydrates, more than 50% coming from, breads rice, pasta and cereal.

This large percentage of carbohydrates is a major problem made worse by how we actually implemented the pyramid. The original recommendations stated that more than 50% of the grains should be from whole grains. We didn’t do this. Almost all of our breads and cereals are from processed grains, which have lost up to 90% of their nutrients, including vitamins: B1, B2 B3, B5, B6, B9, E and minerals: calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, copper, manganese and selenium. These nutrients are needed for energy production, optimum hormone balance and proper immune system function.

In the 30 years from 1980 to 2010 we have increased our intake of these nutritionally deficient carbohydrates from grains by 34%. During this same time period we increased our added fat intake by 44%, our added sweeteners by 10% and our total calorie intake by 19%.We are now facing the consequences of a diet that is slowly killing us.

So what can we do about it? The simple solution is: 01 Eat healthy( Organic, Non-GMO) 02 Eat less(Decrease carbohydrates and increase vegetables.)

03 Move more( exercise 5 times a week for at least 30 minutes).

If this were easy to do we would not have the problems that we are currently facing and as usual the devil is in the detail.

In today’s fast paced market driven society we are continually bombarded with fad diets, ads for supplements promising to make everything better and contradictory information from many sources. There is not one solution for all. What each of us needs to do is to start with an analysis of our current nutritional status and integrate that with appropriate lifestyle modifications. These are some things that most of us HEALTH>>page 15 14 MHL FEBRUARY 2014

HEALTH<<page 14 can or should do: Eat organic Non-GMO foods whenever possible Decrease total carbohydrates including simple processed sugar sand processed grains.

Decrease saturated fats, trans fats and cis fats.

Decrease fatty meats Increase Omega-3 fats Increase vegetables (5 servings per day) Eat whole fruits (3-4 servings of whole fruits per day) - Avoid fruit juices Eliminate soda both regular and diet Exercise: You don’t have to be an Olympic athlete to be healthy but you do need to exercise for 30 minutes 5 times per week.

If further help is needed full biochemical analyses of nutritional deficiencies can be done and integrated with evaluations of, genetic factors, environmental exposures, hormone levels, sleep patterns, stress levels, support systems and exercise habits to form the basis of individually tailored health plans aimed at optimizing health, decreasing chances of developing chronic diseases and improving quality of life.

Article written by Flip Troiano, MD, specialty in Integrative, Anti-Aging & Functional Medicine, including chronic disease evaluation, and sports performance management. Office at Greensquare Center for the Healing Arts, 6789 N. Green Bay Avenue, Glendale, WI, 53209, 414.292.3900 Ext. 215 or 414.216.3547.

POINT<<page 13 disturbances of the Organ Networks – but this doesn’t correspond to the Western vocabulary of named diseases and conditions. Acupuncture can be helpful for: pain management, withdrawal from addictions, post-surgical recovery, chronic fatigue and signs of aging and decreased immunity. Some of the many conditions for which acupuncture is considered appropriate are listed by the World Health Organization of the United Nations.

For 13 years Lisa suffered from hormonal migraines and chronic daily headaches.

In 2007 she celebrated a pain free Christmas holiday – the first in 12 years. After 8 months of acupuncture, the frequency of Lisa’s hormonal headaches have decreased by about 70%. But what makes Lisa’s success so powerful is the quality of life she shares with her family now. She is enjoying her life again and her family is delighted to have their wife and mother fully engaged in their lives and home.

A new study of acupuncture — the most rigorous and detailed analysis of the treatment to date — found that it can ease migraines and arthritis and other forms of chronic pain.

The findings provide strong scientific support for an age-old therapy used by an estimated three million Americans each year. Though acupuncture has been studied for decades, the body of medical research on it has been mixed and mired to some extent by small and poor-quality studies. Financed by the National Institutes of Health and carried out over about half a decade, the new research was a detailed analysis of earlier research that involved data on nearly 18,000 patients. Acupuncture, which involves inserting needles at various places on the body to stimulate socalled acupoints, is among the most widely practiced forms of alternative medicine in the country and is offered by many hospitals. Most commonly the treatment is sought by adults looking for relief from chronic pain, though it is also used with growing frequency in children. According to government estimates, about 150,000 children in the United States underwent acupuncture in 2007. (http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/09/11/acupuncture-provides-true-pain-relief-in-study/, O’Connor, Anahad) Additionally Time magazine stated that more than a quarter of all Americans suffer from pain daily. This costs the U.S. about $60 billion in lost productivity annually.

Additionally, Americans spent $2.6 billion on over-the-counter pain medications and another nearly $14 billion on out patient analgesics. Recent findings in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that spending on spine treatments totaled nearly $86 billion in 2005 which is a 65% increase from 1997. However the proportion of people with impaired function because of spine problems increased during the same period even after controlling for an aging population. All of these facts point to the reality that modern pain treatments aren’t working. On the other hand people are finding great success with Acupuncture, a treatment that is over 5,000 years old.

But Dr. Zhou says acupuncture and Chinese medicine is “really beyond needles” and “beyond pain”. He uses acupuncture to treat a wide range of conditions, including type 2 diabetes, thyroid imbalances, hormonal problems, irritable bowel syndrome, depression and more.

For more information and to learn more:Contact: Dr. Zhou (414) 405-1688 Address: 4601 N Oakland Ave. Shorewood, WI 53211 Website: www.acupunctureherbalmd.com

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A DEEPER KIND OF HEALTH CARE REFORM

By Kalpana (Rose) M. Kumar, M.D. Many of us are disheartened by the state of health care today. The solutions being proposed to repair and reform it are not sustainable for physicians or patients. Every system functions from operating principles that govern and direct its mission. In order for us to understand why health care is dysfunctional, we need to analyze and understand its business model as it relates to its mission.

Nearly two decades ago, physicians delegated the business of health care to administrators and accounting experts to manage and run it. Unfortunately, their mission was in conflict with that of the health care system. Theirs was profit centric rather than patient centric. They believed that patient care interfered with generation of profit. They began to see time spent with patients as a compromise of their mission.

They began to value numbers over people. Health care’s mission became disjointed when two contrasting missions were being served. Profit became the dominating mission for health care as business managers established control over physicians and regulated and limited their time with patients for maximal revenue.

When I worked in this system, I was unable to find meaning in my work. I was also unable to sacrifice my mission as a physician for the mission of health care administrators. I was told that my work in their health care system was a conflict of interest to their mission. My patients were staying well and not generating enough hospital dollars. I left traditional health care to create my own business model. As a physician who remains devoted to my patients I wanted to create a model that generated value for both my patients and my business creatively. I have never sacrificed mission for profit. I run my business with good business savvy, all the while devoted to my purpose as a physician. A health care business model risks losing its way when it becomes profit centric. For healthcare to be successful and sustainable, mission must never be compromised for profit. Our health care system has lost its way.

We have many examples of profit driven health care in our country today and especially in southeastern Wisconsin. These systems purport to care about health, but on closer examination, we see otherwise – they rely on sick care. Health care is a conflict of financial interest. Currently, the highest expense in health care are administrative costs. Many layers deep, administrators manipulate and control physicians, nurses and employees serve their mission of profit over health or care. This has demoralized physicians and nurses and driven away patients. Moreover, it has increased the incidence of medical errors, placing patients and physicians at risk.

Author and president of Business Ethics Magazine, Marjorie Kelly, defines a business model that functions with this type of focus as ‘extractive.’ Its’ purpose is merely financial – maximization of profits. Worth is extracted from workers to generate profit by layers of administrative hierarchy. The extractive business model is prevalent in most corporations today. Outsourcing work to Third World countries for cheap labor to increase profit-margin is extractive. Extractive economics are bad for our country’s economy. It displaces domestic workers and extracts as much work as it can from the remaining workforce to serve profit margin. Extractive economics REFORM>>page 9

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Relationships AN INVITATION TO GROW Every relationship we have is a mirror for us. They tell us not only who and what we are but they’re reflections of what’s happening internally. When we slow down enough to observe our interactions, and pause to feel the comfort or discomfort that lodges in our body we discover we’re being offered the most powerful opportunity available to us on earth; to grow. Will you choose to accept your invitation to Grow?

Given space and a willingness to accept, we can tap into our higher self and receive deep and meaningful messages. We may even tap into generational patterns that have kept us stuck in a familial line of lack…be it love, abundance, joy or freedom.

In business relationships, more and more are embracing the shift from the “give me” attitude to one of “win/win service”. Gradually the focus on money and material exchange is becoming more about giving and receiving in a different way. You may learn valuable life lessons through experiences, like the client you passed on to another because you knew it was a better fit and the right thing to do. Then, like a gift from the universe, an unexpected windfall comes as confirmation of your “decision of the heart”. Or perhaps with time and reflection you now find gratitude for the client who didn’t pay you, because it forced you to get clear about the clients you really want, or caused you to redesign your contracts and implement better financial systems resulting in more ease and flow.

Personal relationships often seem more difficult to view as an invitation for growth. Our human design is to fulfill the longing of the heart’s desire. Yet, it’s not so much about finding that one soul mate but rather in recognizing we have many.

Opening up to seeing all relationships are for a reason, a season or a lifetime gives us new perspective and understanding. Often the one person who pushes our buttons most is, our greatest teacher. They trigger emotions that help us get clear about what we want or don’t want. These relationships help us learn valuable life lessons and implement needed boundaries that assist us in all areas of life. With a small shift in perception we can accept that each relationship serves us in the moment, for exactly what we need to learn. We enter into the relationship, as if by contract, to help us grow in our personal journey. If we do the work of connecting our head and heart we grow by expanding in love, self awareness, compassion, trust and fortitude. More powerful possibilities are then open to us.

When I work with clients in love, business and adult-child relationships I find the bottom line of their relationship success is most often communication. In the study of hand analysis, each of us has a unique line that specifically identifies our communication and love style. It’s called the heart line and explains our emotional system.

It tells us how we express love, how we want to be loved, and how we communicate our feelings. We need to be true to our heart line types. When we try to please another by being who we are not, our relationships suffer. For example, a person who has a heart line type that needs to share and connect to others may appear to be flirtatious or clingy when all they really want is to know others more deeply. A partner who misinterprets these actions, setting up rules of behavior, reluctant or unable to communicate in a healthy way, is generally headed for a turbulent relationship ride. It simply does not work to try to change the other…they must be true to their heart line type. Understanding, trust, and communication are the keys.

Knowing and understanding the four heart line types will give you clarity with all your personal and business interactions. Learning some key communication techniques will make all the difference in creating successful relationships that grow in your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime.

Taking time to process the reflective meanings of your relationships is quite simply “the gift of your lifetime”!

I hope you accept your invitation to GROW. Kathy Clegg, MA, CDC, IASHA certified is owner of MP Possibilities Couching, LLC. (More Powerful Possibilities) She is a creative life coach, counselor and hand analyst offering soul purpose hand readings, individual and couples coaching/counseling, workshops and presentations. Free consultation and 20% relationship pkg. discount with mention of this article. call: 262-224-0774, email: mppossibilities@ gmail.com or visit www.mppossibilities.com.

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Ayurvedic Self-Sassage During the Wisdom Years

By Corinna Maharani, CMT and Ayurvedic bodywork As you go through life you go through many cycles. Ayurveda, the holistic medicine system from ancient India, recognizes that every phase in your life presents new challenges and also new opportunities. In childhood, you are in your â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kaphaâ&#x20AC;? time of life, a time when it is said that mainly the earth element is activated. As a child, you are grounding into your experience of who you are and figuring out your place in your family or tribe. On a physical level, the Kapha period can also show itself as an expansion period as you gain more height and body-mass. Your body is well lubricated, full of â&#x20AC;&#x153;baby fatâ&#x20AC;? and mucus.

In your adult years, puberty to age 60, you are in your Pitta time of life. Pitta is mainly associated with the fire element. Pitta time of life is a time of pioneering.

You stake out your profession, mate and land. You focus on your transformation and expression of your ego. On a physical level this fire infused period can be experienced as increased inflammation in the body and hormonal changes and shifts in sexuality.

Finally, in the Wisdom Years of life, from age 60-120 years, you enter the Vata time of life. This is a time in which the air and space elements are dominant. In this period, the body loses mass and lubrication, becomes more refined, ethereal. Earthly concerns or fiery ambitions may transform into a more spiritual outlook. On a physical level, the body becomes drier and your bone frame becomes lighter.

Using the elemental theory in Ayurveda, dry, light, cold, rough and irregular are all qualities that describe the experience of this Vata time in your life. To balance and compensate for the challenges of this period, Ayurveda suggests to bring the qualities into your life that are of an opposite nature to the Vata element. Therefore, desired elements or nature that should be increased are warm, soft, moist, regular and stable.

One of the most prescribed Ayurvedic remedies to the challenges of aging is in the Ayurvedic self-massage. Many thousands of years ago, a famous Ayurvedic scholar named Charaka said that self-massage is the best antidote to old age.

This Ayurvedic wisdom has prevailed all this time to still offer its support to us today.

Here are a just a few of the long list of health benefits of a regularly practiced Ayurvedic self-massage: â&#x20AC;˘ Lubricates and nourishes the skin tissue â&#x20AC;˘ Strengthens the bones and joints â&#x20AC;˘ Aids digestion and circulation â&#x20AC;˘ Activates stagnating lymph fluid â&#x20AC;˘ Beautifies the skin and adds a charming glow â&#x20AC;˘ Supports organ health â&#x20AC;˘ Calms the mind and supports better sleep at night In Ayurveda, this ancient self-massage is called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Abhyangaâ&#x20AC;?, often translated as â&#x20AC;&#x153;loving handsâ&#x20AC;?. Doing this kind of self-massage is an act of self-love, as it is not just the body that benefits but it is also extremely soothing to your psyche.

In the Vata time of life, your body can truly become your temple and your selfmassage your daily ritual to remind you of its sacredness. When the bodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health is supported and disease is not occupying all of your attention, your Wisdom Years can become an enlightening time full of richness. Tapping into the ancient wisdoms of Ayurveda can support you on your journey through time and offer many easy to learn, time-tested methods, of which the self-massage is one of the most important ones. The best time to practice this type of massage is in the morning, BEFORE the bath or shower. This way, you can feel the wonderful benefits all day.

How to do an Ayurvedic self-massage: 1) Gather your supplies. You can use any good vegetable oil, such as coconut oil or sunflower oil but the most beneficial oil is sesame oil as it has a small molecular structure that allows for excellent absorption. Sesame oil is also very rich in many important minerals that are nourishing to your bone and skin tissue. Place a good quality sesame oil into a small plastic, preferable with a pump lid. You can add a few drops of aroma oil to it, to enhance it to your liking.

2) Prepare your space. Warm your bathroom well and place the small bottle of massage oil into your closed sink and let the oil warm up by running hot water over the bottle.

3) Massage your whole body from head to toe. Stand on a bathmat or towel and pour a small amount of the warmed massage oil into your hands and begin massaging AYURVEDIC>>page 44

WHAT IS COPD? Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a progressive lung disease in which the airways of the lungs become damaged, making it hard to breathe.

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a progressive lung disease in which the airways of the lungs become damaged, making it hard to breathe. You may also have heard COPD called other names, like emphysema or chronic bronchitis.

What Is COPD? What Is COPD? In people who have COPD, the airways that carry air in and out of the lungs are partially blocked, making it difficult to get air in and out. COPD is a major cause of death and illness throughout the world. It kills more than 120,000 Americans each year. That’s one death every 4 minutes.

How COPD Affects Airways The “airways” are the tubes that carry air in and out of the lungs through the nose and mouth. The airways of the lungs branch out like an upside-down tree. At the end of each branch are many small, balloon-like air sacs. In healthy people, the airways and air sacs are elastic (stretchy). When you breathe in, each air sac fills up with air, like a small balloon, and when you breathe out, the balloon deflates and the air goes out.

In people with COPD, the airways and air sacs lose their shape and become floppy.

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Everyone is equal â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at camp Carroll noticed that the kids dressed the same as the counselors; counselors were dressed the same as kitchen staff; and office staff were dressed the same as the head counselors. You couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t distinguish the kids whose parents had saved up for months to send their kids to camp from those who had spent the spare change of a weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pay.

Everyone is respected - While the campers and American counselors recited the Pledge of Allegiance, the international staff looked on in silence. Different faiths and different cultures were respected and tolerated. Coming from Northern Ireland this was not only a novelty but something that impressed Carroll. People of all faiths were observing Jewish culture with respect, while back home in Northern Ireland, Christians struggle to tolerate the cultures of other Christians.

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CAMP ADDED BENEFIT – SUMMER LEARNING

The Zoological Society of Milwaukee presents

Day and Family Camps

at the Milwaukee County Zoo for children ages 2-14!

Choose from 33 different animal science, art-focused and zoo career camps.

Camps include activities in the Zoo, topic-related learning projects, science experiments, age-appropriate games and tons of summer F-U-N! But hurry, these popular programs fill up fast!

A.M. and P.M. care available.

Camp provides children with opportunities to develop authentic relationships and life-skills such as leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, but there is more...

Summer is quickly approaching, and over ten million of the nation’s children are preparing for the experience of a lifetime—camp. Yes, it’s true that camp provides children with opportunities to develop authentic relationships and life-skills such as leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, but there is more!. According to the National Summer Learning Association (NSLA) and research conducted by Johns Hopkins sociology professor Karl Alexander, intentional summer programs, like camp, help stem summer learning loss – providing experiences that challenge children, develop talents, keep them engaged, and expand horizons.

Almost all children experience some degree of learning loss in the summer. And, according to an NSLA report, parents consistently cite summer as the most difficult time to ensure their children have productive things to do.

Camp satisfies both of these concerns – providing endless activities and social interaction opportunities, and offering educational opportunities in nature’s classroom.

American Camp Association® (ACA) CEO Peg Smith said, “There are thousands of summer camps across this country, and each one of them is a piece of the solution to summer learning loss. Children stay engaged and continue learning at camp.”

To succeed in school and life, children and young adults need ongoing opportunities to learn and practice essential skills. This is especially true during the summer months. As one of the leaders in youth development and experiential education, ACA is pleased to partner with NSLA to share resources and information about the positive benefits of summer learning and enrichment for children and youth.

Camps and schools have worked together for many years to develop quality programming for students and campers. According to ACA’s recent survey on Camp-School partnerships: Fifty-eight percent of responding camps said they partner with schools either directly or indirectly.

Approximately 43 percent of responding camps said that they partnered with schools primarily to keep children engaged throughout the year.

Targeted programs include teamwork, social skills, and problem solving.

Contact Public Relations at 765.349.3317

To learn more and to register online or by phone, go to www.zoosociety.org/Summer2014 or call 414-258-5058.

Become a Zoo Pass member [www.zoopass.com] and receive a $10 discount per camp.

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Autism diagnoses are increasing IS YOUR CHILD AT RISK?

By Tracey Sparrow The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that one in every 88 children will be diagnosed with autism.

That 2012 estimate is a 23 percent increase from the CDC’s last previous calculation, when it reported that one in every 110 children would be diagnosed with the complex neurological disorder that affects boys four times more often than girls.

The reasons for the increase are not fully known, but CDC researchers believe it is due in part by a broader definition of autism, which is a spectrum of developmental disabilities, and greater efforts and skill in making a diagnosis.

“We can definitely say that 50 percent

of this increase can be accounted for by awareness,” said Mallory Walsh, the manager of field development for Autism Speaks in Wisconsin. “Pediatricians know how to look for it. But the other 50 percent, we have no idea.”

It’s a diagnosis that understandably strikes fear in the hearts of parents, as autism begins during early childhood – the average age of diagnosis is 4 -- and lasts a lifetime.

Yet parents play an integral role in ensuring a correct diagnosis is made so early intervention strategies can be employed, said Emily Levine, executive director of the Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin.

Walsh said parents can look for symptoms early on, even though not every child will exhibit the same symptoms.

“The key signs of autism are a delay in communication, a delay in social skills and repetitive behavior,” she said.

“The big hallmark with autism is language delay,” Levine agreed. “Even in an infant, there are red flags.”

Levine said those warning signs in-

clude an infant not meeting a parent’s gaze, or not responding to familiar voices or faces. “The big one we see is not responding to their name,” she said.

For toddlers, another symptom may be that the child won’t imitate a gesture or, instead of playing with toys, will line them up in a repetitive pattern.

“We know we can make a reliable diagnosis at 18 months,” Levine said. “By the time they’re two, if the child doesn’t make short sentences like, ‘Throw ball,’ that’s a red flag. Any time a toddler loses skills – that’s a big red flag.”

Early diagnosis is critical, both Walsh and Levine said, as intervention strategies can greatly improve the prognosis.

“We know early intervention can pay big dividends,” said Levine. “All kids learn and make progress. Our kids learn in a different way. They may need more repetition.”

Said Walsh: “When the child is still young, the brain is a sponge. Skills can be taught.”

Levine said younger children can learn to build skills in Birth to Three

programs, while older ones can receive speech and occupational therapy through their school.

Also, the Children’s Long-Term Support Waivers, offered through the state Department of Health Services, provide funding for eligible families to receive intensive in-home therapy to reduce challenging behaviors and teach new skills.

But again, early diagnosis is crucial, and Levine said parents have to be their child’s advocate.

“Moms have to be pretty assertive,” she said, as many parents who present autism symptoms to pediatricians are still told to “wait and see.” “That’s time you don’t get back.”

Tracey Sparrow is the vice president of Children’s Programs for the Milwaukee Center for Independence, serving people of all ages with special needs since 1938. For more information about MCFI’s Children’s Programs, visit www. mcfi.net or contact Tracey Sparrow at 414-937-3990 or tracey.sparrow@mcfi. net.

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REHABILITATION Retirement Community Who Benefits from Rehabilitation?

When evaluating a disability, your health care provider will focus on understanding how the loss of function developed and progressed over time. Other vital factors in predicting whether function can be regained are how severe the loss of function is, what caused it, and the potential for recovery.

The level of function you had before a disability is an important consideration in the level of function you can expect to regain after rehabilitation. For example, if a healthy older person who walks without a cane falls and fractures a hip, he or she will likely be able to walk again after several months of a rehabilitation program.

However, the same goal is not as realistic for someone of the same age who was already having a hard time walking (possibly due to arthritis or bad circulation) before suffering a hip fracture.

If a person has additional medical conditions, such as heart, lung, or joint diseases, his or her participation in an intense rehabilitation program may be limited. However, many people can still improve their ability to exercise gradually even if they have moderate to severe heart and lung disease.

Another important factor in successful rehabilitation is commitment to an ongoing program. Commitment is important not only for the person who has lost some function, but also for family members (or other caregivers) when he or she returns home after the rehabilitation program. What the older adult and his or her family expects and prefers should also be considered, because rehabilitation programs usually require everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s participation. Another reason why everyone should be involved in the decision-making process is because many disabilities of older adults are chronic (eg, arthritis, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease). For older adults to be able to best control their chronic diseases, they should understand the disease or injury, feel confident that they understand and can perform the activities needed to manage their disease and prevent new problems, and be able to monitor their disease status as much as possible.

The type of disability and how severe it is, as well as what the person actually needs to do at home as well as what others can do for the person are important considerations in the decision of whether a person can safely return home after rehabilitation. People living at home should, at the very least, be able to move safely from a bed to a chair, and from walking or a wheelchair to the toilet. For people who have difficulty thinking things through or who have problems with vision, 24-hour supervision may be necessary. Often, the critical factor for discharge from a rehabilitation unit is whether 24-hour support is available at home for those who need it.

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Heart disease is the nation’s number one killer, causing more deaths than all cancers combined. Women account for 51 % of all cardiac deaths per year in the U.S. It is the leading cause of death in women age 20 and greater. The fastest growing users of prescription drugs for heart disease are men and women, ages 29 to 44.

Among women, however, there is no improvement in mortality. In fact, the mortality rate has been rising over the past ten years.

The primary risk factors for heart disease are hypertension, diabetes, obesity, cigarette smoking, elevated cholesterol, inactivity, depression, heredity and age. In women, a low HDL cholesterol rather than a high LDL cholesterol (higher male risk factor), appears to render her more vulnerable to heart disease. Hypertension has long been recognized as the leading contributor to cardiovascular disease including stroke and heart attacks. Hypertensive individuals are two to three times more likely to develop heart disease than those with normal blood pressure.

Stress is an underestimated risk factor that can influence all the other risk factors and amplify them. Stress is the leading cause of hypertension and the leading risk factor for heart disease.

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Women have more silent heart attacks than men, and heart disease presents differently in women than in men. A woman’s first warning sign of a heart attack is usually angina or chest pain which can mimic indigestion, ‘nerve pain’, jaw pain, and may not present typically with chest pain radiating to the left arm, which we think of when we think of a heart attack. Women undermine their pain and go about their day as caregivers and tend to ignore their symptoms. Moreover, most women have a higher threshold for pain and wait longer to go to their physician with symptoms than men.

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Why do I hear people but not understand them?

One of the most common questions and biggest complaints I get in my office is why people can hear others talk to them but not understand the words they are saying. The answer to the overwhelming majority of these questions is high frequency sensorineural hearing loss. As we grow older, humans tend to lose a bit of our hearing. This loss of hearing due to age is called presbycusis .

In the English language, vowels are low frequency sounds that bring power to our speech, but contribute less to understanding. Consonants are more mid and high frequency sounds that bring understanding to our language. It is very common to lose high frequency hearing sensitivity at a greater amount than we lose our low frequency hearing sensitivity.

When someone has a high frequency hearing loss, they can hear low frequency sounds (vowels) louder than other sounds. This allows them to be alerted that someone is speaking to them, but since the high frequency sounds are missing or present at significantly lower levels, they cannot understand what is being said. An excellent example of this situation is the TV game show “Wheel of Fortune”. When all those blank spaces for letters appear on the screen, why do you think the vowels are so cheap? The vowels are cheap because they convey little meaning to the word. It’s only after you start placing some consonants into the spaces that you can figure out what the word is. People with untreated high frequency hearing loss are literally playing “Wheel of Fortune” all day long.

The most effective treatment is hearing aid amplification that is used consistently all day long. The human brain is very powerful but is limited by the sounds that the ears let in. If you have a high frequency hearing loss, your brain is not getting that information and cannot make use of it to understand speech. Hearing aids can bring back those high frequency sounds and our brain will actually re-wire itself to begin using the high frequency sounds again. This “re-wiring” process can take several months to complete. The result is better speech understanding.

If you find yourself asking others for repetition often, or you are turning up the TV/radio louder and louder, it is time for an audiological evaluation. If you or someone else you know is avoiding social situations because of poor hearing, please have them be evaluated by an audiologist.

Hearing aids have come a long way over the years and most are now extremely sophisticated digital devices that perform quite well. Hearing aids make split second decisions on sound processing to deliver the speech signal the most appropriate way to the user. Every hearing loss is different and the hearing aids need to be programmed by a competent professional. It is strongly suggested that you see an audiologist when purchasing hearing aids.

This article was written by Dr. Douglas Kloss, Audiologist at Midwest Audiology Center, LLC. 4818 S. 76th St., Suite 3, Greenfield, WI 53220. 414-281-8300 FEBRUARY 2014 MHL 31

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What do I do first?

Planning ahead is hard because you never know how your needs might change.

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Maybe you live alone, so there is no one living in your home who is available to help you. Maybe you don’t need help right now, but you live with a husband or wife who does. Everyone has a different situation, but one way to begin planning is to look at any illnesses like diabetes or emphysema that you or your spouse might have. Talk to your doctor about how these health problems could make it hard for someone to get around or take care of him- or herself in the future. Help getting dressed in the morning, fixing a meal, or remembering to take medicine may be all you need to stay in your own home.

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You can get almost any type of help you want in your home—often for a cost. The following list includes some common things people need. You can get more information on many of these services from your local Area Agency on Aging, local and State offices on aging or social services, tribal organization, or nearby senior center.

Personal care. Is bathing, washing your hair, or dressing getting harder to do?

Maybe a relative or friend could help. Or, you could hire a trained aide for a short time each day.

Homemaking. Do you need help with chores like housecleaning, yard work, grocery shopping, or laundry? Some grocery stores and drug stores will take your order over the phone and bring the items to your home. There are cleaning services you can hire, or maybe someone you know has a housekeeper to suggest. Some housekeepers will help with laundry. Some drycleaners will pick up and deliver your clothes.

Meals. Worried that you might not be eating nutritious meals or tired of eating alone? Sometimes you could share cooking with a friend or have a potluck dinner with a group of friends. Find out if meals are served at a nearby senior center, church, or synagogue. Eating out may give you a chance to visit with others. Is it hard for you to get out? Ask someone to bring you a healthy meal a few times a week. Also, meal delivery programs bring hot meals into your home.

Money management. Do you worry about paying bills late or not at all? Are health insurance claim forms confusing? Maybe you can get help with these tasks.

Ask a trusted relative to lend a hand. Volunteers, financial counselors, or geriatric care managers can also help. Just make sure you get the referral from a trustworthy source, like your local Area Agency on Aging. If you are familiar with computers, you could pay your bills online. Check with someone at your bank about this option.

Some people have their regular bills, like utilities and rent or mortgage, paid automatically from their checking account.

When you sign up for Federal benefits for the first time, you must choose either electronic direct deposit to your bank or a special debit card. If you already get Federal benefit checks, by March 1, 2013, you will also have to switch from paper Federal benefit checks to one of those options. Go to www.godirect.org (www.fms.treas. gov/godirect/espanol/index.html for Spanish), or call 1-800-333-1795 (toll-free).

You can also stop by your bank, credit union, or Social Security Administration office to start the process. For TTY service, call 1-866-569-0447 (toll-free).

Be careful to avoid money scams. Never give your Social Security number, credit card account numbers, or bank account numbers to someone on the phone (unless you placed the call) or in response to an email you receive on your computer. Always check all bills, including utility bills, for charges you do not recognize.

Even though you might not need it now, think about giving someone you trust permission to discuss your bills with creditors or your Social Security or Medicare benefits with those agencies. Or, you could give overall permission to handle a variety of legal matters for you in the form of a durable power of attorney. “Durable” means the permission remains in effect if you cannot make decisions yourself, but you can change the power of attorney or cancel it at any time.

Health care. Do you forget to take your medicine? There are devices available to remind you when it is time for your next dose. Special pill boxes allow you or someone else to set out your pills for an entire week. Have you just gotten out of the hospital and still need nursing care at home for a short time? The hospital discharge planner can help you make arrangements, and Medicare might pay for a home health aide to come to your home.

TAKING CARE OF YOUR ELDERLY PARENTS HELPING THEM MAKE A THE RIGHT DECISION ON HOUSING

Its always difficult to help your parents find their next living situation. Many adults find it hard to decide on what the best next move is for their parents.

Here are some helpful questions to help you make the right decisions for your elderly parents care.

ASSESSING THEIR NEEDS -Does your parent need help with grooming, bathing, or dressing?

-Does your parent need help with housekeeping, shopping, or yard work?

-Does your friend need help planning or preparing meals?

-Is your parent unable to drive or get around on public transportation alone?

-Does your parent need help managing finances and paying bills?

-Does your parent need help making legal and other important decisions?

-Does your parent have trouble functioning at home? Would modifications help?

-Does your parent have trouble with hearing, vision, or memory?

GET PERMISSION -financial power of attorney to make financial decisions and pay bills -living will to make life-support decisions -medical power of attorney to make health care decisions -durable power of attorney to make legal decisions -access to safe deposit box -may choose to be added to deeds and mortgages -may need to be added to automobile insurance -know the person's wishes (medical treatments, funeral, finances, etc.)

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INFORMATION TO HAVE ON HAND -insurance (Medicare / Medicaid number, supplement, other policies) -doctors (names, phone numbers, and other contact information) -medical history (medications, allergies, conditions, procedures) -identification (social security, military ID, driver's license numbers) address list (friends, neighbors, family) -service providers (attorney, financial advisor, clergy, accountant) -financial (account numbers, checkbook, investments, tax records) -legal (wills, powers of attorney, health care directive) -deeds (house, other property, car title, boat title) -insurance (life, medical, auto, homeowner's) -household (mortgage, apartment lease, property tax records) -vital records (birth certificate, marriage license, divorce decree) -final wishes (organ donation, burial, property distribution) MAKE SURE THAT YOU -respect your parent's independence, even while taking care of them -allow your parent to make as many decisions as appropriate -have reasonable expectations of what your parent can do independently -talk regularly with your parent about their concerns, desires, and frustrations -make informed decisions that are in the best interest of your parent's needs -show compassion while you are trying to be efficient and responsible

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WINTER God’s joke on us!

Rev. Joe Jagodensky, SDS. Alexian Village of Milwaukee Director of Communications “Okay, God, we get the joke. Nice one. You’ve done the joke long enough, it’s time to move on. We get the four seasons joke but we don’t like one of them anymore. It’s this winter thing You keep flinging at us every year.

What You send us is beautiful in its pure white form falling mysteriously from clouds we can’t name but then it seems to pile up and up and then turns grey or gray (we call it slush) and then it sometimes freezes and then stays frozen until mid-June.

Driving is getting crazy enough without Your “White Christmas” routine for five months. You must know about the macho 60 and 70 years old who go out and shovel Your stuff and then fall over dead. Or the poor older woman who slips and falls after leaving the grocery store and her milk mixes in with the grey or gray slush. We all know that You’re old God but don’t You know how cold affects old bones? It’s not pretty. Sometimes we even think of using Your name in a disparaging way but luckily we pause, probably because there’s an ice patch up ahead and we need to be careful.

You know God that “three” is the perfect number. You taught us that.

It’s your fault. What would be so bad, if I may brave a suggestion to You Almighty, if the season of fall just continued to spill over those old winter months and then segued into spring. Doesn’t that make sense to You? You of all people know ‘Father, Son, Spirit!’ So, summer, fall, spring? Get it? Not to tell You what You already know but Your Son didn’t spend four days in the tomb, it was...You know the answer.

And Jonah? Four? I think not.

Let’s look at this from your perspective. Wouldn’t more people come to church more often if the weather were a little pleasant? How many times I’ve heard, “The weather was just too bad for us to attend, Father.”

Making angels in the snow was fun for a while but then this bone thing began to happen as the years piled up on us. Isn’t there some pagan country where you could shift winter for a few seasons, if not forever?

I don’t mean to tell You Your business...or do I.?”

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Enriching Lives through Connections Lunch & Bingo Wednesday, February 5.

Noon lunch is $5.00; Bingo at 1:00 p.m. is free. Win cash prizes, RSVP by 2/3.

Tai Chi Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20 & 27.

10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Clubhouse. $20.00 for four sessions. Space is limited. Please RSVP by 2/4.

Lunch & Classic Movie Friday, February 7.

The featured Classic movie is “Casablanca.” Noon lunch is $5.00, the 1:00 p.m. movie is free. RSVP by 2/5.

"Comfort Crafters" Every Monday, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Clubhouse Join the ”Comfort Crafters” as we create shawls for Alexian Village and Horizon Home Care and Hospice. All levels of knitting or crocheting are welcome. Supplies are provided, bring a friend All events are held or meet in the

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and enjoy the fellowship of this wonderful group while fulfilling a great need.

Healthy Cooking & Bingo, Wednesday, February 12. Noon lunch is $5.00; Bingo at 1:00 p.m. is free. Win cash prizes, RSVP by 2/10.

Kemp Chiropractic presents The Latest on Foot Health Tuesday, February 18, 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Learn how the condition of your feet can have an effect on your balance and spine. RSVP by 2/16.

Book Club February 2/20, 2:30-4 p.m.

Love to read? Plan to join us, every third Thursday of the month. This month’s selection is: “The Dinner,” by Herman Koch.

Lunch & Movie Wednesday, February 26. The featured movie is “The Butler.” Noon lunch is $5.00 & 1:00 pm movie is free.

Enjoy lunch followed by a free movie. RSVP by 2/24.

“Senior Moments”

THE MEMORY ISSUE Surveys show that if you are concerned about memory loss it is most likely due to a stressful time, aging, illness or distraction.

Where are my keys? Did I buy what I actually stopped at the store for? What day is it? Remember the days when you never asked these questions because “senior moments” were not part of the normal day.

If you are reading this article because you are concerned about your ability to recall, you may not have to worry. Surveys show that if you are concerned about memory loss it is most likely due to a stressful time, aging, illness or distraction. However, those who do not worry about memory loss are more likely to be suffering from dementia.

According to a John Hopkins Special Report on age-associated memory impairment there are a number of things you can do to improve the chances of keeping your memory sharp.

Stay mentally active – learn something new, volunteer, do crossword puzzles, read.

Stay physically active – exercise increases the blood flow to the brain resulting in clear thinking. Walking or an exercise program for 30 minutes a few days a week is all it takes.

Rule out other causes of memory loss – check with your doctor memory loss could be due to a medication, hearing loss, depression, thyroid dysfunction, vitamin deficiency or stress which are all treatable.

Do not smoke – smokers over age 65 are 3.7 times more likely to experience mental decline.

Limit alcohol consumption – experts recommend no more than one drink a day for women and two per day for men.

Place commonly lost items in the same spot – get into the habit of putting your keys, glasses or other important items in the same location every time.

Write things down – keep a to do list and add numbers or important dates as necessary.

Say words out loud – hearing can increase recall. Repeating a persons name right away can help you remember. ..“Hello Mary, it is nice to meet you”.

Group items using mnemonics – which is a technique used to enhance memory. Associate what you are trying to remember with something that is familiar or paint a mental picture until you see it clearly. Try to alphabetize a list or put it to song.

Use memory aids – notepads, cell phone alarms and voice recorders can all assist in keeping track of important information.

Use visual images – to remember a name create a story and picture the person acting out their name. Mrs. Baker could be making a batch of cookies.

Stop worrying – Concentrate and relax. Use a deep breathing or muscle relaxing technique to keep the stress and anxiety levels low so you can think clearly.

Age associated memory loss is common and is not necessarily a sign of a serious neurologic disorder.

See your doctor with any ongoing concerns you may have. Build the above suggestions into your day and create an atmosphere for creative thinking, learning and activity. The more you challenge your mind the sharper it will remain.

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Not too many years ago, nursing homes seemed to be the only choice for older adults who were not able to fully care for themselves on a daily basis. But today there are many options for older adults who need assistance to remain living in their neighborhoods and at their highest levels of independence.

Increasingly, families of older adults who are challenged by chronic illness, Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, or who are recovering from strokes, are turning to older adult day centers to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating daytime environment. Many family members who are caring for an elderly or frail parent are finding that older adult day centers can be the best choice for everyone concerned.

Older adult day centers are open during daytime hours, so that family members can continue to work or tend to other necessary tasks without worrying about leaving their loved ones at home alone. Older adults can attend the program every weekday, or just a few days each week.

The best programs not only help older adults maintain their quality of life, but are aimed at improving physical and mental health. Look for an older adult day center that provides: • A focus on wellness, with regularly scheduled exercise sessions and activities designed to stimulate memory and cognitive function. Personal wellness plans should be developed to set practical goals for improvement.

• Access to clinical therapies (occupational, physical and speech) as well as expressive arts therapies, such as music and art therapies.

• Meaningful experiences for older adults, such as community outings, activities that encourage interaction with peers, and programming choices based on personal needs and interests.

• Personal care services, such as therapeutic whirlpool baths as well as hot, nutritious lunches and healthy snacks.

• An on-site Registered Nurse to provide medical monitoring and health education services.

• Intergenerational experiences, to encourage positive interactions between older adults and children and young people.

• Services that are sensitive to the current and changing needs and abilities of participants and their families.

• Timely communication with family members.

Older adult day centers are licensed by the state and some also have received national certifications and accreditations.

An excellent resource for those who are interested in learning more about older adult day centers is the Wisconsin Adult Day Services Association (WADSA) at www.wadsa.org.

This article was provided by the Milwaukee Center for Independence (MCFI) Older Adult Day Center, 2020 W. Wells St., Milwaukee. For more information on the MCFI Older Adult Day Center or to schedule a tour, call (414) 937-2035 or visit www.mcfi.net.

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Get Sociable!

A number of early studies found that people who are involved in hobbies and other social and leisure pursuits may be at lower risk for (and less likely to develop) some health problems, including dementia.

Research shows that people who are sociable, generous, and goal-oriented may be happier and less depressed than other people. Sitting at home alone could help explain why Melvin is not feeling like himself. Volunteering might help Melvin feel better. According to researchers, older adults who participate in what they believe are meaningful activities, like volunteering in their communities, say they feel healthier and happier. For example, older adult volunteers from an urban community worked approximately 15 hours a week in their neighborhood public elementary schools, in a special program designed to improve children’s school success. Researchers learned that the older volunteers increased their cognitive, social, and physical activity levels. Participants also reported feeling personal satisfaction from the experience. Although more research is needed, researchers think that over the long term the participants may have decreased their risk for disability, dependency, and dementia in later life.

Many causes need help from volunteers. For example, groups that help homeless people need volunteers to serve meals or organize clothing donations. The USO needs people to send care packages to soldiers stationed overseas. Animal shelters need help caring for dogs and cats. Senior groups need aides to help people with disabilities run their errands. The list goes on. Researchers have found that older adults, like Maria, who take part in these types of activities often do so to make a difference in their communities and feel good about what they are doing.

But, there are plenty of other options for places to volunteer or be socially active.

Where you look to find these opportunities might depend on what you are interested in doing. The following are some examples of social and productive activities you might like: Volunteering at a library, hospital, or other community health facility Joining a senior center Playing cards and other games with your friends Going to the theater, a movie, or a sporting event Traveling with a group of older adults, perhaps a retiree group Visiting friends and family Trying different restaurant Gardening in your backyard or at a community park Organizing a park clean-up through your local recreation center Taking a cooking class Singing in a choral group Joining a local theater troupe Forming or joining a book club Going dancing Taking a group exercise class Playing a musical instrument, learning a new instrument Joining a group interested in a hobby like knitting or wood carving Getting a part-time job Everyone has different limits to the amount of time he or she can spend on social or other activities. What is perfect for one person might be too much for another. Ted may cut back his volunteer hours and find that doing a little less is just right for him.

His friend Rasheed may feel that doing two activities—a monthly book club and tutoring once a week in the high school—is enough.

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Sturtevant - Killarney Kourt

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Waukesha - Summit Woods

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West Allis - The Landmark and Carnegie Place Independent (414) 302-1700

Whitewater - Mulberry Glen Independent (262) 473-4515

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DETERMINING WHAT TYPE OF IS BEST

Senior Housing

After reviewing the types of residential care, it’s time to evaluate which is the right senior community that will fit your needs and goals. Here are some key issues to think over: Temporary versus long term care: An older person may go to a nursing home for rehab following a health concern, then return home. In other circumstances, a senior’s may need to plan on moving into a living situration that is likely to remain the same for the many years to come.

Independent: Can a senior live by themself anymore and even if, do they want to? Would moving into a community that provides a bit more help be more nuturing to their needs or wants.

Personal Care Needs: What kind and how much personal needs does a senior have. Evaluating needs to help determine the right senior communty. You can find questionaires online to help match your care needs This can help seniors make a wise decision on choosing senior housing.

Medical Needs: If a senior has a serious medical issue where they need ongoing services of doctors or other medical professionals,independent or assisited living may not be suitable for your needs.

Costs: Learn about the financial aspects of senior housing to determine what options are affordable for you. Contact several senior communities to schedule a walk-through. Evaluate each senior communities that may seem to be suitable to all your needs.

Make a checklist to help determine which senior housing facility works best for you.

Seniors should seek professionals who are experts in senior housing issues.

They can help with all phases of this process: identifying goals and values, assessing needs, determining what is affordable, and suggesting appropriate facilities.

It is important for a senior to have a well thought out plan to making the next big move in their life. Keeping a positive attitude throughtout the process will help make the desicion easier.

Independent Living As a resident in an independent setting, you will have freedom. You won’t be classified as some one needing assistance, and you can rely on your local medical infrastructure to provide you with support.

Senior Apartments Senior apartments are a good choice for older adults that can take care of themselves. Usually, these apartments are developed like standard apartments, but differ in that they have an age-restriction.

Low Income Housing If you earn a low income and want to live out your retirement in a house, there is a way to do so. The US government often classifies these as elderly housing and the Department of Housing and Urban Development has several programs designed to make them more affordable.

Assisted Living Numerous kinds of housing-with-services for people who do not have severe medical problems but who need help with personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming or meal preparation.

Nursing Homes (Skilled Nursing Facilities) Facilities with 24-hour medical care available, including short-term rehabilitation (physical therapy) as well as long-term care for people with chronic ailments or disabilities that require daily attention of RN’s in addition to help with personal care such as bathing or dressing or getting around.

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Embrace Change...

STARTING YOUR SEARCH FOR A SENIOR COMMUNITY

One of the biggest decisions to make as you are entering into retirement is whether you would like to stay in your existing home or choose to move into a senior community.

Senior communities are designed to maximize the time you spend not taking care of your home. Seniors might become tired of the to do lists, and making choices on what comes next list. Senior communities can help make a active older adult’s lifestyle become more relaxed. It’s time to retire not only from your job but work at home.

When seniors decide to move into an independent, assisted or any other senior communitiy, they seem to be taken back on where to start. When looking to move into a senior community, most seniors are looking to make new friends, and relish in new experiences. The developers design a 55 plus or 62 plus communities to help residence achieve what they are looking for. Senior communities can offer a number of social actives that can enrich a senior’s lifestyle.

When looking into making these decisions on where to move to, you should make a must have list, and would like list. Researching senior communities is helpful to help you realize what your needs are and even bring to your attention activities and amenities that you might have forgotten about.

Would you like to be close to family, friends, shopping centers, healthcare facilities? Will you need to use transportation other than your car? Will you have access to recreational activities? Do you want to climb flights of stairs? Do you want maintenancefree living? Is it secure and safe? Do you need assistance with daily activities? Can you keep your pet? Research new home alternatives long before you make your move. Spend time in the area where you plan to move and get answers to all your questions.

Senior housing has come a long way over the years. Starting approximately 30 years ago, this industry saw new options develop to meet the demands of a growing senior population. Initially limited in its offerings, there is now a plethora of senior housing options available.

Because you are looking for value compare the cost and the amenities each community has to offer. You can start enrich your lifestyle and enjoy retirement living.

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DUST OFF YOUR

Fiancial Plan

Experts agree, people who use financial planning tools, such as retirement calculators, usually end up better off financially than those who do not take advantage of such tools.

By Karyl Richson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI As you’re dusting your house and cleaning out the clutter, don’t forget another important matter deserving of your attention. Spring is a good time to dust off your financial plan, too.

The best way to renew your financial plan and to make sure you’re on your way to a comfortable retirement is to go to www.socialsecurity.gov and visit the retirement planners.

Experts agree, people who use financial planning tools, such as retirement calculators, usually end up better off financially than those who do not take advantage of such tools.

Of course, the best place to begin any retirement calculation is by knowing what you may receive from Social Security ... and how much more you will need to enjoy a comfortable retirement.

Each year, every worker age 25 and older is mailed a Social Security Statement. Read it carefully because it is a roadmap to your personal financial future. It shows how much you and your family can expect to receive from Social Security when you retire, or if you become disabled or die. If you can’t find your last Statement you don’t have to wait for your next one. Just visit www.socialsecurity.gov/mystatement to ask for a new Statement to be mailed to you.

In addition, you should also visit Social Security’s financial planning website at www.socialsecurity.gov/planners. You can use the calculators there to test different retirement ages or different scenarios for future earnings amounts. And you can link to a non-Social Security worksheet that will help you decide how much you need to save and invest for retirement.

Most financial advisors say you will need about 70 to 80 percent of your pre-retirement earnings to comfortably maintain your pre-retirement standard of living. Under current law, if you have average earnings, your Social Security retirement benefits will replace only about 40 percent, so you will need to supplement your benefits with a pension, savings or investments.

That’s why it’s a good idea to evaluate your financial plan for retirement now.Make use of the financial planning tools available to you at www.socialsecurity.gov.

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STRESS IS A HEAVILY UNDERESTIMATED CAUSE OF HEART DISEASE AND HEART ATTACKS.

One of the mechanisms of heart disease is constriction of the coronary arteries of the heart by plaque buildup. This plaque is formed by high levels of LDL (low density lipoprotein) in the blood.

More recent evidence shows that heart disease is an inflammatory disease than a static disease from plaque build up. Inflammation of the inner lining of the coronary arteries from inflammatory foods such as sugar and processed carbohydrates renders this lining vulnerable to micro-tears when stress causes stress hormone surges.

These surges create irritability and spasm of the coronary lining, tearing it and creating focus for plaque formation. Furthermore, if a plaque is already formed, a surge can dislodge the plaque, causing a heart attack. The catecholamine surges from stress also lead to irritability of the heart and can cause sudden death. In Americans, the first presentation of a heart attack is sudden death.

Stress is a heavily underestimated cause of heart disease and heart attacks. The Framingham Study showed that women clerical workers with little control over their work environment, that were in repetitive job patterns, received scant recognition and had underutilization of skills had higher rates of coronary artery disease than homemakers without outside jobs. Working women with three or more children are also more vulnerable to heart disease. Feelings of suppressed hostility, an unsupportive boss, being married to a blue collar worker were also found to be key risk factors in this study. Single working women had the lowest incidence of heart disease.

Essi System’s, a San Francisco based stress research firm discovered that the only factor with a significant impact on a person’s ability to withstand work pressure is “personal power”, a feeling of control over one’s environment and ability to respond to life stresses in a healthy manner.

Women are the educators and health promoters in our society. We are communal, emotional and relational beings. These are our gifts. As we learn how to keep ourselves and our families healthy, we change the health profile of our communities.

A whole foods Mediterranean diet, low in saturated fat and high in omega-3 fatty acids, daily aerobic exercise (even 20 minutes per day), a meditation practice, tight control of diabetes, hypertension, elevated cholesterol, cessation of cigarette smoking, stress reduction and reclamation of personal power and empowerment are key interventions that can lead to significant prevention of heart disease.

Dean Ornish M.D., has shown in replicable studies that a strict intense and daily utilized program of the above components can in fact, reverse heart disease.

I encourage you to become advocates for yourself and your families to and integrate a heart healthy program early in your children’s lives. Most of all, dedicate yourself to education and self awareness in order to become proactive and to gain personal power. Start with small steps and build on them everyday. Use your own feeling of well being as feedback to continue living in health. Small changes done with self awareness and self respect create big changes in your health and well-being.

For more information on women and heart disease, the following are informative websites: www.womenheart.org, www.goredforwomen.org.

Some good sources of literature are The American Medical Association’s Guide to Preventing and Treating Heart Disease, Dean Ornish’s Program for Reversing Heart Disease by Dean Ornish, and From Stress to Strength by Robert Elliot.

Kalpana (Rose) M. Kumar M.D. is board certified in Internal Medicine and the founder and Medical Director of The Ommani Center for Integrative Medicine in Pewaukee, WI. She received her medical training at UCSF and Stanford University.

She has been in practice for 20 years. She practices a high standard of internal medicine care with a focus on integrative medicine and women’s health.

In 2007 she received the Health Care Heroes Award for Corporate Achievement in Health Care awarded by the Small Business Times. http://www.biztimes.com/ news/2007/12/7/kalpana-kumar-md-ceo-founder-ommani-center-for-integratedmedicine-pewaukee She is also a Health Coach for Women Executives through which she helps integrate stress reduction and personal power through simple and powerful tools of self -awareness and risk reduction of stress related conditions thereby reducing health care costs and increasing personal fulfillment, efficiency, creativity, and meaning in women’s lives.

To set up an appointment please contact The Ommani Center for Integrative Medicine at 262-695-5311.

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Warm Up Your Soul: Chili Fundraiser benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association Sunday, February 23 at 10AM – 11AM Wilson Commons 1400 W Sonata Drive, Milwaukee, WI Cooking Healthy: Lunch & Learn Monday, February 24 at 12:00 PM Wilson Commons 1400 W Sonata Drive, Milwaukee, WI

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By Karyl Richson Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI February is National Chocolate Lover’s Month. So please accept as our gift to you this variety sampler of Social Security’s sweetest online services.

Forrest Gump’s momma always said life was like a box of chocolates. “You never know what you’re gonna get.”

But when it comes to Social Security, you’ll know exactly what to expect after browsing this assortment of convenient, secure, and free online services.

Take this one: an easy way to find how you can get or replace your Social Security card at www.socialsecurity.gov/ssnumber.

Next, the one with two pieces in the same wrapper: our Retirement Estimator.

You can use it as many times as you’d like, changing variables such as retirement date options and future earnings, to get instant, personalized estimates of your future benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator.

The one in the center may be the best one of all: an online application for retirement benefits that you can complete and submit in as little as 15 minutes at www. socialsecurity.gov/planners/about.htm.

Check out the one wrapped in gold foil: a convenient way to apply for disability benefits at www.socialsecurity.gov/applyfordisability.

And the one in the corner: an online application for Medicare that lets you complete an application for Medicare benefits in as little as 10 minutes, at www.socialsecurity.gov/medicareonly.

Another sweet option: Extra Help with Medicare prescription drug costs. You can learn more and apply online at www.socialsecurity.gov/prescriptionhelp.

The sampler is still more than half full, but you may as well enjoy one more: my Social Security is an online account that allows you immediate access to your personal Social Security information. During your working years, once you create your online account, you can use my Social Security to view your Social Security Statement to check your earnings record and see estimates of the future retirement, disability, and survivor benefits you and your family may receive. Check it out at www. socialsecurity.gov/myaccount. Are you already receiving benefits? You can use your online account to immediately get your proof of benefits letter, change your address or phone number on our records, start or change your direct deposit information, and check your benefit and payment information.

It’s always nice when a box of assorted chocolates includes a diagram. That’s why we invite you to visit our convenient publication library with online booklets and pamphlets on numerous subjects, at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs.

Whether you’re enjoying chocolates because it’s Valentine’s Day or Chocolate Lover’s Month, keep in mind the number one reason why Social Security’s online services are even better than a box of chocolates: you’ll always know exactly what you’re gonna get.

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Think about the kinds of help you might want in the near future. Planning ahead is hard because you never know how your needs might change. Maybe you live alone, so there is no REFORM<<page 17one to help you. Maybe you don’t need help right now, but want to plan when you need it. Help getting in the morning, fixing a meal, or ness for model that functions with this typedressed of focus as ‘extractive.’

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AYURVEDIC<<page 18 your body. Start with your head, ears and face. You can also oil your scalp and hair, if you like. Then massage your neck, throat and shoulders before moving to the limbs.

In general, use circular moves on the joints and long, sweeping strokes on the long bones. Pay special attention to your hands. Massage your trunk, hips, legs and even feet. Spend about 5 minutes massaging the skin and enjoy this classic Ayurvedic therapy for a relaxing and luxurious experience.

4) After the self-massage. Wipe off the oil on you feet to avoid any slipping. Step into the bath or shower. It is best to use soap only under the arms and in the private area and to avoid soaping the rest of the skin. This way, the remaining oil can absorb into the body during the bath, as the warm water will cause the pours to open and the oil to penetrate deeply. Corinna Maharani is a renowned Marma expert and Pancha Karma therapist with over 20 years of experience in Ayurvedic medicine. She has been a long-time student of Vaidya R.K. Mishra, whose knowledge and wisdom stems from his ancient lineage, dating back thousands of years. Corinna practices and teaches Ayurvedic body-therapies at Kanyakumari Ayurveda & Yoga Wellness Center in Glendale. ©2014, Corinna Maharani, Marma specialist and PKT

EYE<<page 6 play sports.

To stay on top of his game, Narrai is accepting of his glaucoma and carefully follows his doctor’s instructions. “If I need a laser procedure for my glaucoma, I always listen to what Dr. Freedman tells me about returning to work. I’m in this for the long run. I don’t want to make things worse by getting injured or going back too soon, but I’m also not going to sit at home and pout because I have glaucoma.

I tell people to make sure they go in for their eye exams—even if they don’t have insurance. It is so important. If I wouldn’t have gone in, I could be blind right now.”

(Note: Eye Care Specialists does accept Medicare and most major insurances and offers assistance and payment plans to patients who don’t have coverage.)

Narrai, a self-described adrenaline junkie, enjoys sharing his enthusiasm for sports with others. “I try to connect to everyone I meet by talking about sports. But, I told Dr. Freedman (an avid scuba diver), ‘You know I’ve done just about everything there is in sports, but there is no way I would go under water and dive with the sharks!’”

While you may not find him in the water, with his good attitude toward life and diligent focus on vision care, Narrai will likely be calling games on land for years to come.

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TRAVEL<<page 7 Prepare Your Senior: Speaking of TSA, seniors who haven’t traveled very often since September 11th may be surprised by increased security measures. Consider going over the new procedures in advance. Seniors who know what to expect will get through security more quickly and smoothly.

Carry Smart: Make sure both you and your senior companion have organized your money and documentation to deter thieves. Consider a money belt or a Passage Wallet, rather than an easily snatched handbag or pocket wallet. Keep carry-on bags in contact with your body – in your hands, between your feet, or looped around the leg of a chair you are sitting in – at all times.

Pack Lightly: This one’s obvious, but bears repeating. You are responsible for getting your senior travel companion and any medication, gear and luggage they have safely to their destination so the less you have to carry, the happier you’ll be.

For more information about preparing your senior loved one for a trip, please call Home Instead Senior Care of Milwaukee at (414) 239-9605, or Like us on Facebook.

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Aside from noise exposure, there are other factors to consider in preventing hearing loss.

While hearing loss may be inevitable, whether it be due to illness or age, there are still steps that all individuals should take in their daily lives to help prevent hearing loss.

Depending on the situation or environment, three easy questions to ask yourself are: How loud will this environment be?

How long will I be exposed to the noise?

How close to the noise will I be?

You should always be aware of potentially noisy environments. It may be wise to consider avoiding these situations outright or at least taking the right precautions.

Whether it be going to a concert, working with power tools, motorized vehicles such as a car, motorcycle, snowmobile, you should always be prepared to use some form of protection like earplugs or earmuffs.

If you are able, try to take control of the environment you are in as much as possible. If you are able to control the volume while listening to music or stand in a more desirable location at a concert, these are good tips as once noise damaged has occurred, it is irreversible.

Aside from noise exposure, there are other factors to consider in preventing hearing loss.

Never under any circumstances should you stick a foreign object into your ear. If it is ear wax you’re concerned with, understand that your body produces this naturally and will eventually dispose of it naturally. If you have a foreign object in your ear, consult your physician.

If you have been prescribed a new medicine by your doctor, ask your doctor and/ or pharmacist if the new medicine has any known adverse effects to hearing.

When traveling by air, you should frequently yawn and swallow as the plane is descending. If you have a respiratory cold/infection, it may be wise to take a decongestant several hours before your flight.

SIGNS OF HEARING LOST When blowing your nose, do it gently. Too much force may cause damage.

For most of us, hearing loss is a gradual process, occurring over years. Because of this, we are accustomed to compensating for the loss, and often do not realize how bad our hearing loss has become. If you have experienced some of the following, you may have a hearing loss – do any of these statements describe you?

Social Interaction I have difficulty hearing people talk in noisy environments such as a restaurant, shopping mall, in a car, or at the movie theater.

People seem to “mumble” all the time.

Family, friends, or colleagues often have to repeat themselves when speaking with me.

I have trouble hearing people when they are not facing me or are in another room.

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Emotional Impact I feel annoyed when people are hard to understand.

I feel overwhelmed by large, noisy gatherings of family or friends.

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I have trouble connecting with family members, especially children, because I cannot understand them.

I am fearful of new social situations.

Medical Indications I hear ringing, buzzing, or hissing sounds in my ears.

I have difficulty hearing certain sounds I take, or have taken, medication that can damage my hearing (ototoxic drugs).

I have a family history of hearing loss.

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These are important questions and must be addressed when all parties involved are not under time-restraints or injury-related deadlines.

There are several key areas to observe in your senior’s behavior when determining if they need assisted living. Assisted living is designed for adults who are still very independent, but need help with everyday tasks, such as: medication administration, meal preparation, and assistance with dressing, grooming and bathing…BUT DO NOT REQUIRE 24 HOUR SKILLED NURSING CARE. This is an important difference between assisted living and a nursing home. The Lasata Senior Campus offers a continuum of care so that the senior can make an easy transition from one living arrangement to another as their needs increase.

The Mayo Clinic, a highly regarded group practice located in Rochester, MN wrote a special report on assisted living in Mayo Clinic Health Source. It lists warning signs to help gauge when seniors need assistance in the home or need to seek alternative living arrangements. The following signs in a senior’s behavior indicate the need to call a primary care doctor for an assessment.

Weight Loss – Losing weight without trying is a signal that something is wrong.

Weight loss can also be an indicator that the person is unable to cook or find ingredients anymore.

Poor Home Maintenance – When your loved one is living among piles of dirty dishes and garbage, this is a sign that all is not well.

Lack of Personal Hygiene- The inability to keep up with daily routines, such as tooth brushing, bathing and basic hygiene can be a sign of trouble.

Memory Loss – I know, we all experience forgetfulness and it does increase with age, but there are big differences between normal absentmindedness and the type of forgetfulness associated with conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Early warning signs are repeatedly asking the same questions, having difficulty finding words and being unable to complete simple tasks.

Mobility problems- When it becomes difficult for the senior to stand up, sit down, get dressed, go to the bathroom, these are indications that it might be time to try a living arrangement with some built-in assistance.

The decision to place someone in as assisted living facility is a difficult decision to make so try to set up a plan to address the situation with other family members in an environment that is comfortable and the situation is not under time restraints.

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