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EDITORS NOTE I’ve learned how compassion and patience is needed more than ever. Being present is a mom’s tried and true and listening is a skill to master. I welcome this year of my life with appreciation and happiness. Winter is just around the corner and we all need to alter our health regimens accordingly. It can be so easy to stay in and rent a movie, over indulge in heavy, high calorie foods (Thanksgiving), exercise less. You can always make healthier, hearty foods (lots of cookbooks at the library or recipes on the Internet) and maybe you should try a new exercise regimen to keep you stimulated instead of the same old routine. Sometimes trying something new is exciting and I think that’s a good thing to do when it’s cold and dreary outside. I’m very happy that you’ve joined us for another Healthy Living issue! We have some informative articles on pain, eye care and many more health topics that will help you become more aware of the latest studies and new treatments that are being offered. For our Senior readers, we have articles on Healthy Aging. After all, November is the month that these topics are nationally recognized. The holidays are sure to keep us all busy. Organizing, attending, participating in everything can make one a bit weary. If you get stressed over all the activity be prepared to set aside time to relax and take care of yourself. We would like to thank all the nice people who contributed to this issue as well as you, our readers, for continuing to stay in touch with us! I hope you all get to spend time with your family this Thanksgiving. Stay healthy!

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By: Dr. Briana Sinatra, N.D., Healthy Directions If you are feeling stressed, you are not alone. Life pulls us in a lot of different directions, and the last couple of years have taken a particularly tough toll. Sometimes even just trying to accomplish everything that needs to get done in a day can feel overwhelming. Plus, there are silent stressors you may not even be aware of, like watching too much “bad” news on TV, sitting in traffic, or the pressure to keep up with the perfection you see on social media. But while stressors are all around us, feeling stressed is not a given. You do not need to go through life feeling irritable, anxious and overwhelmed. I’ll share my top five tips for fighting off stress in a minute. First, here is a look at how stress affects your body: Chronic Stress Puts Your System on High Alert Inside your body, stress is regulated by the hypothalamus-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. It is the communication network between your hypothalamus, pituitary gland and adrenal glands. If you encounter a stressful situation—such as being stuck in traffic on your way to an important appointment— the HPA axis goes into action. It stimulates the release of cortisol, your body’s “stress hormone.” Cortisol raises your blood pressure, quickens your breathing, dilates your pupils, and stimulates the release of blood sugar so you get a sudden surge of energy. This response, called “fight or flight” mode, is extremely important if you encounter acute danger, like a life-ordeath situation. But most people do not experience life-or-death situations daily. Instead, we are inundated with so much chronic stress that we do not even realize how stressed we are. Left unchecked, stress takes a real toll on your HPA axis, cortisol level, mood, sleep, and more. Fortunately, there are five ways to keep stress in check and feel more in control: 1. Nourish Your Body with a Healthy Diet: Eat low glycemic foods and balance carbohydrates with proteins and healthy fats. Also, limit caffeine, alcohol

and foods high in sugar—all of which can affect your mood and stress level. When feeling stressed it is easy to reach for the donut or handful of candy, but that quick fix will only help you to feel better temporarily. When your blood sugar begins to drop, your brain will tell you to eat more sugar to sustain the elevated mood you may have just experienced. It is a tough cycle to break and one that many of us have experienced. 2. Prioritize Sleep: Stress is much easier to deal with after a good night’s sleep. Plus, sleep helps to reset emotional reactivity, especially during the second half of the night which is when you get your REM sleep. Strive to get 7-9 hours of sleep each night and go to sleep early enough that you do not have to cut your sleep short in the morning. To help yourself relax, avoid caffeine after noon, limit alcohol and sugar, keep your bedroom dark and cool, and use a lavender diffuser to help you drift off to sleep. 3. Get Outdoors: There is incredible healing power in being out in nature. Just gazing up at the sky can help to put your stress into perspective. While you are outside, notice how good the sun feels on your face, or the sounds of the birds chirping in the nearby trees. All of these sights and sounds reawaken our minds and have a pleasant, calming effect. You can even take off your shoes and put your bare feet on the damp grass, soil or sand. Connecting with the earth’s energy in this way has been shown to activate your parasympathetic nervous system for a more relaxed state and reduced levels of cortisol. 4. Go on a Media Diet: Years ago, if you wanted to know what was new in the world, you had to open a newspaper or watch the evening news. Now, our phones, social media, and 24-hour cable news stations bombard us with issues to worry about and react to. Plus, social media can have a stressing effect. So, limit the amount of time you spend consuming news and scrolling through social media channels. You want to be informed and feel connected, yet not overloaded. As a STRESS>>PAGE 37


7 Health Benefits of Pumpkin Savor the flavors of the season by learnng about the health-boosting benefits. The health benefits of pumpkin include improving the health of our skin, digestive system, and immune system!Pumpkin is so much more than a charming porch decoration: it’s a nutritious and delicious ingredient for so many delicious fall recipes! If you need extra reasons to fit more pumpkin recipes into your meals this season, take a look at these seven health benefits of pumpkin! Robust nutrient profile Since pumpkin is often included in more sugary foods like muffins and pie, you might not realize how nutrient-rich it is on its own. Pumpkin is low-calorie and

balanced with fiber, protein, and tons of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin A, vitamin C, zinc, magnesium, copper, potassium, and more. Have a snack of pumpkin seeds for satiating healthy fats and more plant protein! Improves digestive health Whether you cook down a pumpkin yourself or buy it pre-cooked and pureed in a can, pumpkin is a high-fiber food, with about 7g per cooked cup. Dietary fiber is crucial for digestive health — not only does it help keep you regular, but it keeps your healthy gut bacteria thriving and controls hunger, which can aid in managing weight. Helps blood pressure and cholesterol As we just covered, pumpkin is a great source of fiber, and fiber-rich foods are renowned for their ability to promote healthy blood pressure and cholesterol. Plus, since high blood pressure is associated with hearing loss, pumpkin can even help protect your hearing health! Boosts the immune system Want to avoid those seasonal viruses as the weather gets colder? Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and zinc are some of the best cold and flu fighters around! Since pumpkin contains all of these and more, it’s a very timely fruit to keep around! Protects your vision We all know that carrots are good for our eyes, but they aren’t the only orange vision-boosters around! Orange foods are rich in carotenoids, including beta-carotene, which our systems convert into vitamin A. This nutrient protects our eyes by keeping our corneas lubricated and supporting a protein called rhodopsin that helps us see in low light. Pumpkin also contains lutein and zeaxanthin, which lower your risk of developing cataracts or macular degeneration! Wards off chronic diseases A diet rich in nutritious vegetables and fruits like pumpkin can help boost our immunity against short-term diseases, but it can also support our overall health and longevity in the face of long-term chronic illnesses. Antioxidants battle cancer-causing free radicals, while fiber, vitamin C, and potassium can lower your risk of heart disease. Promotes healthy skin Want to keep your skin healthy and glowing? Pumpkin has plenty of skin-protecting nutrients too! Vitamin A is a heavy lifter here again: beta-carotene can make our skin more naturally sun-resistant, and the sun is a significant cause of aging. Vitamin C is another of pumpkin’s key skin health nutrients, stimulating collagen production and adding more protective antioxidants. Excited about the health benefits of pumpkin and want to add some more seasonal ingredients to your arsenal? Check out these other healthy fall foods!

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NUTRITION, HEALTH AND PEACE OF MIND 3 Keys To Finding Your Balance In today’s world of information overload, its hard to figure out exactly what’s best for your health. Low Carb? No Carb? Low Fat? High Fat? More Protein? Less Protein? And how about all of those exaggerated marketing promises of fantastic results in no time at all, with little or no work? The only results you’re likely to get from them are fantastic disappointment. It’s enough to drive you crazy! The truth is, there isn’t one particular food type that is the culprit responsible for our society’s weight problem. And solving the problem involves a lot more than following a “fad” diet, or popping a “miracle” pill. In fact, the problem really has nothing to do with the food at all--its US. Too many of us simply do not take responsibility for our own health and well being.

Sure, that doesn’t sound very “sexy”, and its not going to sell millions of dollars worth of diet gimmicks, but it’s the cold, hard truth. Being healthy takes hard work and commitment, but that doesn’t mean it has to be difficult, boring or something to dread. The first step to a happier, healthier you is changing your attitude about food. So much of today’s media and advertising labels foods as “good” or “bad”, or tells us to eat “this” and not “that.” The real answer to the problem can be summed up in one word: BALANCE. Your diet should be inclusive not restrictive. After all, can we really expect to be motivated or excited about our diet when we are told what we should or shouldn’t eat, because its too “this” or too “that”? Here are a few tips to help you achieve more balance, health, satisfaction and peace of mind with your dietary habits. 1) Instead of focusing on the negatives--low-carbs, low fat, etc.--focus on the real benefit of these products, like high-fiber and carbohydrates--our body’s main source of energy for all the working organs, muscles and most importantly the brain. Choose products for HIGH FIBER not low-carb. 2) Fat is definitely needed for the body to function properly. It aids in immunity, maintaining healthy skin, and helps in keeping arteries strong. The kind of fat you take in the most in your day determines how it will help your body. A low-fat diet or moderate-fat diet with predominantly saturated fat as your main source will not have the benefits listed above. The majority of these low-fat, low-carb packaged products contain predominantly saturated fats. You may be eating low-fat, low-carb, but you may not be eating for health. 3) High Protein. Enough already!!! We, as a population, get too much protein to begin with. Gram for gram, protein and carbohydrate have the same amount of calories. Eating more of one and less of the other is not going to make or break your weight loss goals. It also doesn’t mean that you are eating for health. Depending on the protein sources, you may still be eating more saturated fat. Also, by eating more protein and not enough carbohydrate, the body has to actually convert protein into glycogen for the body to use. This puts a great deal of stress on the kidneys and liver, which can be very detrimental in the long run. In addition to that, more carbohydrate and less protein, or less carbohydrate and more protein in a day can still lead to weight gain. A calorie is a calorie. Depending where the focus of your calories comes from and the amount of calories you take in in general, determines your weight and more importantly, your health. What you do today can determine how you feel tomorrow. In a society so consumed with image and anti-aging, you and your choices are your best defense for disease and your key to longevity and preventative health. Do yourself a favor, choose balance in your diet and choose health.

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MDs Offer Tips to Protect Your Vision at Every Age Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live. ~Jim Rohn By Carolyn Vescio & Cheryl Dejewski Did you know that a human embryo’s eyes begin to develop at week seven? By week 28, a baby’s eyelids are formed and partially open. And, as soon as he or she is welcomed into the world, they will begin taking in vast amounts of visual information. While much of what happens to a person’s eyes over the course of a lifetime is dictated by genetics, there are many steps that can be taken to protect your vision as you age. Childhood At birth, an infant’s eyes are checked as part of a comprehensive newborn exam. A baby’s eyes should also be evaluated by his or her pediatrician at six months of age and between the ages of three and four. The doctor will confirm proper development and alignment of the eyes to rule out strabismus (commonly called “crossed eyes,” a condition where the eyes look in different directions) and amblyopia (also known as “lazy eye,” a condition in which vision develops properly in one eye but not the other). Any unusual findings should prompt an immediate referral to an ophthalmologist or optometrist.

Since up to 80 percent of learning occurs visually, parents should schedule an eye exam for their child prior to entering kindergarten. The most common eye problem found during these exams is myopia (or, “nearsightedness”)—the inability to see letters or objects at a distance. As children become more active in sports and other activities, injury prevention becomes increasingly important. Be sure to buy toys that are age appropriate and avoid those that fly or shoot. And, be certain to enforce (and model yourself) the use of proper eye protection, such as safety glasses, swim goggles, sunglasses and hats. Finding and removing hazards from a child’s environment and providing proper supervision can go a long way in protecting his or her vision. Be sure to keep sharp objects out of reach, lock up poisonous chemicals (like cleaning solutions), and make sure play areas are safe from hard sharp edges. If your child does sustain an eye injury, seek immediate medical attention. In Your 20s People in their 20s need to be mindful of many of the common sense things they were told to do as children, such as using proper sun protection. “Ultraviolet (UV) rays can burn your cornea, which is the clear outer layer of your eye,” notes Mark Freedman, MD, senior partner at Eye Care Specialists, one of the state’s leading ophthalmology practices. “UV rays can also lead to the development of cataracts (a clouding of the natural lens inside the eye), and age-related macular degeneration or AMD, (an eye condition in which the specialized area of the retina responsible for sharp central vision and color discrimination is damaged). Make sure to wear lenses that are rated to block out 99%-100% of UVA and UVB light. A dark lens does not automatically mean you are getting proper UV protection.” Safety glasses should be used when working in a hazardous environment, doing activities like wood- or metal-working, and when participating in sports, such as basketball, soccer or skiing. If you wear contact lenses, remember that proper handling, cleaning, storing and wearing habits are essential. Do not sleep with your contact lenses in. If you develop an eye infection (signs include redness, burning or excessive tearing), remove your contact lenses and discontinue use until you see your eye doctor. “One of the most important things you can do for your eyes, as well as your overall health, is to not smoke. Smoking has been proven to increase the risk and severity of AMD, which is the leading cause of central vision blindness in older Americans, by up to 3-4 times. Smoking has also been linked to cataract development and dry eye disease,” adds Freedman, who is also a continuing education instructor for local VISION>>page 18

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Rightsizing “Waiving the magic wand” When it comes to moving, wouldn’t it be nice if there was a magic wand to make things simple? Your favorite furniture and boxes would reappear at your new apartment to be placed and unpacked. Anyone who has moved before knows the process can be overwhelming, and many people dread it. The following suggestions can help you work some “moving magic”—and even enjoy—an upcoming move. First, come to terms with the fact that you are moving and look at this transition as another chapter in your life. Try to enjoy the process by bringing laughter and fun into it. As a result, you will experience more energy. Although you may be familiar with the term “downsizing,” decide instead to think about your new adventure as “rightsizing.” If you have lived in your home for forty or fifty years, you now have to deal with forty or fifty years of accumulated possessions. Perhaps the kids have moved out and now you are an empty nester. The stairs may be too hard to climb or the yard may seem too big to care for. Whatever your situation, you may be overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn for help in lightening your load. This situation is familiar to us at Universal Services, as we are often greeted by customers in tears. These emotions are normal; take a deep breath and embrace the moment. Once you are committed to moving, the next step is to begin your rightsizing process. Remember that “the key to a successful move and rightsizing is organization.” As you begin, start with a room and finish it. As you sort, utilize Universal Services’ method, known as “Five Homes for Everything You Own.” Your New Home: Items to keep. Obtain the floor plan for the place you are moving into. Think carefully about the items you are taking and if they will fit into your new space. Take only furniture that will fit the scale of each room. Doing so will help you realize how much space you truly have available for other furniture. Family and Friends: Items to give away. Organize a family get together and explain to your children why you collected certain items to help them understand their sentimental value. If a family member commits to take an item, make sure that you set a date for that person to collect the item.

Sales: Items to sell. The furniture in your current home may not all fit in your new residence. Consider taking any furniture you decide not to keep to a consignment shop. Another option is to consult with a specialist to conduct an estate sale. Remember that most estate sale companies require at least five thousand dollars’ worth of inventory to conduct an estate sale. Charities & Thrift Stores: Items to donate. As you sort through your belongings there will be a number of items that are too good to throw away but that might serve a purpose for someone in need. As you evaluate various items in your home, ask yourself: “Have I used it this year”? If not, get rid of it. Many charities such as the Homeless Veterans, Salvation Army and homeless shelters would be grateful for your donations. Garbage: Items to dispose of. Raised by parents who lived during the depression, many Baby Boomers have difficulty trying to throw things away. Keep in mind that when rightsizing, you may simply have to discard some things if they have no use to you or anyone else. The following tips can be helpful: As your moving date gets closer, check expiration dates on food and try to use the food you have. If you are having an estate sale, an estate sale specialist should be able to decide which items are consignable and which items should be donated. Make a checklist of newspaper and utility companies that you need to call to request service termination or disconnection. Complete an address change card at the post office. Hire a senior move manager to coordinate all phases of your move. Hire professional packers and movers. If you are doing the packing yourself, obtain packing materials two to three weeks before your move. Mark boxes with room name and contents. Lastly, consider that a successful move can often be assured by hiring a professional and ethical moving company with experience. Universal Services has helped seniors in all phases of moving for over two decades by providing rightsizing, organizing, packing, moving and unpacking services. They also offer a consignment shop option that allows their clients to sell items which do not fit in their new homes or retirement communities. Universal Services strives to give seniors a turn-key moving experience. This mission is patterned after the golden rule: “We treat every senior like family and their property as if it were our own.” For more information contact Universal Services at 262-257-0250 or visit www. universalservices.com.

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you need to breathe more often when you do physical activity. In contrast, your body needs to restrict how much air you breathe if the air contains irritants or toxins. To adjust your breathing to changing needs, your body has many sensors in your brain, blood vessels, muscles, and lungs. Sensors in the brain and in two major blood vessels (the carotid (ka-ROT-id) artery and the aorta) detect carbon dioxide or oxygen levels in your blood and change your breathing rate as needed. Sensors in the airways detect lung irritants. The sensors can trigger sneezing or coughing. In people who have asthma, the sensors may cause the muscles around the airways in the lungs to contract. This makes the airways smaller. Sensors in the alveoli (air sacs) can detect fluid buildup in the lung tissues. These sensors are thought to trigger rapid, shallow breathing. Sensors in your joints and muscles detect movement of your arms or legs. These sensors may play a role in increasing your breathing rate when you’re physically active. A Success Story... Henry Shearrill is a 74 year old gentleman who suffered a cerebral vascular accident (CVA), diag-nosed with pneumonia and due to additional health complications had respiratory failure and under-gone a tracheostomy. Mr. Shearrill was receiving care from another local facility and was ultimately transferred to Wellspring of Milwaukee, where his plan of care was reviewed under the direction of consulting Pulmonologist, Dr. Abbas Ali. Mr. Shearrill was approaching a year from his initial incident in having a tracheostomy. Dr. Ali’s goal was to follow a weaning protocol by decreasing the use of oxygen, along with the safe removal oftrach. Mr. Shearrill also received multiple therapies to include physical, occupational and speech therapy to ensure safety in food consumption as well as increasing his strength to return home.


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...staying balanced means being aware of how the changing external environment is affecting your internal environment and making appropriate adjustments. From the Ayurvedic perspective, staying balanced means being aware of how the changing external environment is affecting your internal environment and making appropriate adjustments. An important aspect of this is knowing how and when to make lifestyle and diet modifications during the different seasons on the year. In Ayurveda, each season is similar to one of the three life forces or doshas in the body. In Wisconsin, as well as most part of the central United States, autumn and early winter with its cooler, dry and windy weather is considered the vata season. To stay balanced during this time of year, you need to be aware of what the signs of imbalance are and what you can do to decrease the excess vata energies in order to restore balance. Ayurveda recognizes the symptoms you experience as cues from your bodymind system telling you that something isn’t right and that your attention and action is required. Each dosha has a different set of signs or symptoms which let you know it is out of balance. When the vata life force rises beyond its normal balance, you may experience symptoms such as: • Digestive problems such as gas, bloating, constipation, and a fluctuating appetite • Sleep disruptions including the different variations of insomnia • Tension headaches, fatigue and intolerance to cold

• Increased dryness in the skin, nails, and hair • Increased anxiety, worry, fear and overwhelm • Unexplained weight loss or difficulty gaining weight To counter these symptoms as well as to prevent vata-related symptoms from even becoming a problem, you can make simple adjustments in your diet and lifestyle. By far the most important tool to restore balance through lifestyle is to increase regular, stable routines, especially around eating and sleeping. Having structure is very grounding and supportive for vata. The routines don’t have to be rigidly exact but a good example would be to try to eat meals around the same time within an hour – so lunch between 11:30-12:30. Other simple changes can include eating more cooked, warm and moderately spiced foods; drink warm liquids instead of cold or iced drinks; create daily time for quiet, relaxation, decompression and rest; stay warm in general by dressing appropriately for the cold, enjoy warm baths and avoid cold drafts and winds. Want more personal guidance and ideas to support yourself, contact Jamie Durner of Ayurveda Wellness in Brookfield, Wisconsin at jdurner@wi.rr.com to create your own Autumn Wellness Plan and get more tips and tools at www.ayurvedawellness.org. ©2012, Jamie Durner, Ayurvedic Natural Health Practitioner and Wellness Educator

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VISION<<page 11 physicians. In Your 30s Most of us are still lucky enough to have healthy eyes when we reach our 30s, however, the strains of everyday life can take a toll on how our eyes feel. If you are on a computer much of the day, you may notice eye fatigue, difficulty focusing and discomfort. “Computer monitors don’t actually damage vision, but they might cause eye strain,” says Daniel Ferguson, MD, an eye care specialist who sees patients from all walks of life at several locations in the Milwaukee area. “Rearranging your workstation, frequently staring away from the screen, blinking more often, and/or getting proper glasses can often relieve these symptoms. Selecting a high-resolution, anti-glare computer screen and adjusting the text size, contrast, and brightness settings can also improve readability and visual comfort.” For women, hormonal fluctuations can affect vision. While this is usually temporary and nothing to worry about, you should discuss any changes with your eye care specialist. Pregnant women may experience dry eyes, puffy eyelids, and migraine headaches that cause light sensitivity. Menopause, birth control pills, and hormone replacement therapy can also affect the moisture and comfort of your eyes. As described later, there are treatment options for dry eye problems. With family, career and other obligations, it can be challenging to get the rest you need. A good night’s sleep is not only good for your overall health; it can also give you a refreshed “outlook” on the day. In Your 40s As you approach your mid-forties, you may develop “presbyopia”—an age-related decreased ability to focus on near objects that is typically corrected with the use of reading glasses or bifocal lenses. If you haven’t already, it is a good idea to have a baseline dilated eye exam performed now and every 1-2 years thereafter to examine the overall health of your eyes and check for any developing problems such as glaucoma (a sightthreatening condition typically related to abnormally high fluid pressure inside the eye) and the previously mentioned AMD. A visit to the eye doctor is essential if you have diabetes to check for signs of diabetic retinopathy, a complication of high blood sugar levels that damages the blood vessels in the retina and can cause blurring of vision and permanent visual impairment. Keeping blood sugar under control and scheduling regular eye exams with an eye care specialist are two of the best means of protection. “When treatment is necessary, we have been very pleased with the success of medications (like Avastin, Eylea and Lucentis) that can be painlessly injected 18 MHL NOVEMBER 2021

directly into the eye to decrease leakage from blood vessels and decrease the growth of new abnormal vessels—thus staving off progression of the disease,” states Brett Rhode, Head of Ophthalmology at Aurora Sinai Medical Center and a partner at Eye Care Specialists private practice. “We have seen some amazing results, including not only stabilization of vision, but in some cases, improvement in sight.” In Your 50s and beyond In addition to glaucoma, diabetic eye disease and AMD, it is important to be monitored for signs of cataract development. “A cataract is a gradual, painless clouding of the eye’s natural lens located behind the pupil,” explains Daniel Paskowitz, MD a skilled ophthalmologist with credentials from both Harvard and Johns Hopkins. “As the clouding advances, it can blur and glare vision to the point of interfering with day-to-day functioning. This clouding may take years or just months to progress.” Six out of 10 people over age 60, and almost everyone over age 80 has or has had a cataract. The only effective treatment is to make an opening in the eye, surgically remove the cloudy lens (cataract), and replace it with an intraocular lens implant to once again focus light rays onto the retina. Dry eye disease can worsen with age due to decreased tear production. Your eye care specialist can conduct several tests to make an accurate diagnosis and determine which treatment method is best for you, including over-the-counter artificial tears, punctual plugs, prescription eye drops (such as Restasis, Xiidra and Cequa), or procedures/strategies to alleviate oil gland blockage (such as warm compresses, eye masks, Lipiflow, etc.). Be Good To Yourself—At Every Age “Sight-robbing conditions like AMD, cataracts, diabetes and glaucoma often develop gradually and painlessly, and good vision in one eye can often mask problems in the other. A comprehensive eye exam is the only way to accurately detect these disorders,” says eye care specialist and continuing education lecturer Michael Raciti, MD. He recommends the following steps to protect vision: • Schedule regular dilated eye exams (every 2 years after age 50). • If you notice a problem with your vision (especially straight lines appearing wavy or blind or dark spots) don’t ignore it. • Wear sunglasses and hats with brims. UV-light exposure has been linked to AMD and cataracts. • Have a blood sugar test every 3 years after age 45. Diabetes increases the risk of eye conditions, including cataracts and glaucoma. • Don’t smoke. It increases the risk of AMD (3-4 times) and other eye diseases. VISION>>page 37


What’s the Deal With Pink Salt During Intermittent Fasting? By Marygrace Taylor Some people swear that a pinch of pink Himalayan salt takes away hunger during fasting. Himalayan pink salt and intermittent fasting have both been trendy over the last few years, and now the two are colliding. There’s more and more chatter online about taking pink salt to help curb hunger during intermittent fasting. But does it actually work? The answer depends on who you ask. While some fans of intermittent fasting say a mid-fast snack of plain salt keeps stomach rumbles at bay, most nutrition experts disagree. Here’s a look at the debate and whether pink salt is worth trying during your fast. What Is Pink Salt, Anyway? Himalayan pink salt is a type of salt mined from the Salt Range mountains in the Himalayas. The salt gets its peachy pink tint from a concentration of beneficial minerals. It’s these minerals that make pink salt so popular in certain wellness circles. Compared to table salt, pink salt has higher levels of calcium, potassium, magnesium and iron as well as slightly less sodium, according to a February 2011 analysis in the ​Journal of Sensory Studies.​ Can Pink Salt Help With Fasting? Fasting for long periods can potentially cause the body to lose water and electrolytes, particularly sodium, says Lisa R. Young, PhD, RDN, adjunct professor of nutrition at New York University. Proponents of intermittent fasting say that this water and electrolyte loss can trigger increased thirst, as well as symptoms like low energy, cravings and feeling hungrier than usual. The thinking goes that replacing these lost electrolytes with extra salt can curb those side effects and help a person on a fast feel less hunger. “When the hunger pangs come, I take pink Himalayan salt and the hunger immediately goes away. I don’t think I’d be able to fast as long without the salt,” writes one Reddit user. Some nutrition experts say this makes

sense. “Supplementing with salt helps maintain adequate blood volume and maintain cellular hydration, which can help minimize hunger,” explains Kayla Girgen, RD, LD, a dietitian based in St. Joseph, Minnesota, who practices intermittent fasting. But why pink salt, specifically? It comes back to those extra minerals. Similar to claims of maple syrup or coconut sugar being more nutritious than white sugar, some proponents see pink salt as “mineral-rich,” and therefore, a healthier source of sodium compared to plain table salt. But in reality, the added benefits are very, very slight, Young notes. Girgen agrees: “The minerals are really just a bonus,” she says. Should I Take It? Lots of enthusiastic intermittent fasters say that supplementing with pink salt helps curb their hunger so they can fast longer. But for now, there’s no quality evidence to back this up. While the body loses some amount of sodium on a short fast, the loss isn’t thought to be enough to cause side effects — hunger or otherwise — for most people. “Low sodium is not a concern for someone fasting 12 to 16 hours per day,” says North Carolina-based dietitian Elizabeth Barnes, RDN. “If the body was so sensitive that it couldn’t go 16 hours without extra sodium from pink salt, the human population would have died out long ago.” Young agrees: As long as you’re drinking enough water throughout the day and replenishing your salt when you do eat, the sodium you lose while fasting isn’t a major concern. And having an extra pinch of salt in between meals, “would only impact hunger very slightly,” she says. What’s more, pink salt isn’t any more likely to squash hunger than regular table salt. Even though it contains slightly higher levels of certain electrolyte minerals, they’re not enough to make a noticeable difference, say Barnes and Young. According to Girgen, “table salt PINK>>page 25

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Redefining Health

On Turning 60 With Joy and Gratitude By Kalpana (Rose) M. Kumar, M.D. In the footsteps of the late cultural anthropologist Angeles Arrien, (1) I want to share some thoughts on aging through the second half of life. As my 60th birthday approaches this year, I have been struck by people’s aghast reactions to my age when I tell them how old I’ll be. My patients younger than 60 appear apologetic or in disbelief that I am ‘so old’, and many seem frightened about my age when they proclaim, “I hope you don’t retire soon.” I tell them that I have no interest in ‘retiring from doing what I love and loving what I do’. It is curious as to how conditioned we are to not embrace aging and to actually fear and loathe it. I have always wondered why this is so in the Western world. For as long as I have lived in the West, this collective attitude towards aging has not changed. Youth is honored, the elderly are invisible and most fight against getting old and passing through sacred gateways that are filled with wisdom and consciousness. I refuse to relate to myself and my aging process through society’s fearful and disrespectful attitude towards it. I find it lacking in love, wisdom and gratitude. Now more than ever, our country is suffering from a crisis of character. Dr. Arrien’s perspective is that the second half of life offers us the tremendous possibility to correct this, to heal weakheartedness and recapture courage. This time of life avails to us richness, beauty, texture, depth, integrity, authenticity and character. By the time we are sixty, most of us have survived tremendous suffering and can finally integrate and incorporate the meaning and wisdom we have distilled from the initiations and gateways our suffering has facilitated. In our culture we have very few models and maps, and no healthy context for aging, in fact there is no cultural guidance to navigate the second half of life. As people age in our society, they be-

come afraid of their aging process and engage many strategies to not look old and deny the sacred gateways that aging offers. This is not helpful to any of us, as rejecting who we are as we age is the rejection of our natural life process. In fact, the elderly find themselves becoming more invisible as they age. They feel patronized and talked down to and treated as though they are unintelligent and deaf. I hear about these experiences daily from my patients, observe this in society and also in the media’s portrayal of the elderly. This is an area where I feel I can make a significant contribution (2) (as we all should), as I join the billions in the Western world, who are aging through unmarked gateways with little to no guidance on how to treat and nourish our bodies and psyches to be able to embody the wisdom and grace as well as the ability and desire for mentoring we carry into our older years. We have a golden invitation to restore and model a depth of character as we age. The three tasks of the second half of life, (3) according to Dr. Arrien are: 1.How can we mentor and share what we have learned and pass on our wisdom to the younger generations? How can we foster the gifts of others? 2. How can we foster intimacy in our relationships? How can we heal our relationship with ourselves and our True Nature? And, how can we revive intimacy with ourselves and others? 3. How can we foster creativity, remain inspired and continue learning? How can we teach others how to live and die well? At the end of the day, we can only fulfill these tasks if we are dedicated to living authentically and choose to depart from societal values and modes of behaving in favor of being who we truly are. In my medical practice I have found that my aging patients need guidance to make GRATITUDE>>page 25 NOVEMBER 2021 MHL 21


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Preventing Type 2 Diabetes…. It’s Never too Late

The risk of developing Type 2 diabetes is higher for those over the age of 45, overweight or with a family history of Diabetes. For years, there has been the general belief that Type 2 Diabetes is an inevitable, progressive disease requiring medications and eventually insulin. However, new research is now certain that we can take measures to reduce risk factors that contribute to the development of diabetes. Additional research found that remission of Type 2 Diabetes is possible as related to weight loss. This means, even a modest weight loss will reduce the chance of developing Type 2 Diabetes. For those interested in preventing/reducing their risk of Type 2 Diabetes, the National Diabetes Education Program offers these suggestions: 1) Eat well by choosing healthy foods and reducing portion sizes a. Choose whole grain foods. b. Eat a mixture of colorful fruits and vegetables (half your plate should be vegetables). c. Choose fish and lean meats as protein sources (remember to bake or broil them). d. Drink water instead of fruit juice or carbonated soda pop. 2) Get moving, sit less a. Get off the easy chair! Turn on some music and “dance like nobody is watching.” Just as good… simply stand up. b. Park your car in the back of the parking lot and walk the few extra steps… your body and your car will thank you. 3) Invite family and friends to join you on your quest for better health. a. When bringing items to the pot luck dinner provide fresh fruits or vegetable dishes. b. Enjoy a walk with a friend to the zoo, museum or park. Many health insurance providers, including Medicare, offer coverage for certain exams, check-ups, and tests for those at high risk for developing Diabetes. Check with your provider to see if you qualify. Finally, learn about programs offered throughout your community that can assist you with your Diabetes prevention plan. Until next time…. Stay strong, stay healthy, and keep active. To learn more about St. Camillus Life Plan Community and the Revitalize Wellness Program, call 414-259-6310 or visit www.stcam.com.

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GRATITUDE<<page 25 my aging patients need guidance to make lifestyle choices (4) that foster health in their aging bodies. Habitual (unhealthy) choices normalized by society that carry momentum from earlier years don’t work well for our aging bodies. The unhealthy consequences (5) of these choices result in many of our current co-morbidities that cause tremendous suffering at so many levels. Our society does not value health or consciousness, let alone aging consciously. As our body ages, the many layers of who we are - biochemical, psycho-spiritual and emotional become more sensitive to insult and manifest as symptoms and diseases much faster than when we were younger. It is as if with aging, the instrument of our body becomes more attuned and aligned with choices that support and nourish cellular and psycho-spiritual health. So, our task is to learn how to reclaim our health as we age, gracefully guiding others to do the same. This is the only way to elevate healthy aging to its highest value. This is dreadfully neglected in the Western world. It is time we transform this. So, as I turn 60, I am proud and grateful to be arriving at this sacred threshold of ‘elderhood.’ (6) I for one never want to stop learning and teaching how to move through life with a dedication to integrity and truth, a commitment to health and a deep reverence for my life process. Mine has been a very difficult life so far, with tremendous periods of suffering, isolation and separation, but where I stand today, I can honestly say that I would not trade any of it for what I have learned from deep suffering. It has left in me a depth of wisdom and deepened and redefined for me the meaning of healthy and authentic love. It has awakened more empathy and compassion in me towards others, and has also added a level of meaning, stripping any superficiality or societally upheld values from my core sense of self. I am deeply grateful for having learned how to align with my True Nature through intensely painful experiences, and to finally feel comfortable having individuated from unhealthy collective norms. My appreciation for the beauty and soulfulness I experience in doing what I love and being who I am, and finally having the ability to choose to participate only in respectful and authentic relationships, is a gift beyond words, a gift earned over the years through difficult and painful gateways. I have also learned that even when the problems and sorrows of the world seem overwhelming, it is important to remember that in every moment we have a choice to add beauty and kindness to our world, and yes, it does matter. Every bit of it matters, and it makes a profound difference in our life and in the world at large. To choose to live honestly, truthfully and without denial or illusion is a good place to start, yet very hard to do, but it is the only way we can transform our world into a more authentic and honest one. I think deep inside, we all long to live in a world like this.

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Why is B12 important? Simply put, B12 is one of the most important vitamins essential to your body. It is responsible for creating DNA, and red blood cells It is vital for your immune system, and is used by every muscle cell in the body(think fat burning). Know anyone with M.S.(Multiple Sclerosis), B12 helps create the Myelin Sheath that insulates the nerves in the brain. You can think of the brain and the nervous system as a big tangle of wires. Myelin is the insulation that protects those wires and helps them to conduct messages. B12 is also critical for energy and for restful sleep. Unlike energy drinks or pills that pick you up for a short time,(and also create extensive damage to your immune and nervous system), B12 regulates the energy cycles of the body. It creates energy from fat and helps you sleep better at night by regulating Melatonin and reducing the stress hormone cortisol. Let the deficiency go long enough and the brain begins to shrink, than the fun begins…first the memory starts to degrade, than conditions like Alzheimer’s and Dementia take hold. By the time conditions like these develop, it is already too late. The damage is permanent and irreversible. This is why it is so critical to get proper levels of B12. Optimum levels are 1,000 mcg per week. Why is B12 deficiency so common? The problem is that your body does not make B12, so it needs to get it through food or supplements…and here lies the problem. Today more than ever food is mass produced, injected with every antibiotic and hormone known to man, ultimately taking nature right out of the equation. Since the majority of red meat is raised off grains, most of the red meat we consume has no viable levels of B12. This is because B12 is formed when plant and animal come together, take away the plants that cows graze on and you get a cow with 0% B12. Supplements are another loser in this mix, even the sublingual forms. The rate of absorption is less than 1% in most cases. The issue is the stomach. B12 is the hardest vitamin to absorb, it is the only vitamin that has to go through two steps to break down and absorb. As we age our stomach acid weakens and most of us are on some type of medications for heart or stomach issues. Without strong acid in

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others. Follow these tips to talk about your hearing loss with loved ones: • Begin by informing them of the condition. Tell them how you feel, and what the most challenging aspect of hearing loss may be. This is your chance to be an open book. • Ask them to come with you to an audiologist appointment or follow-up visit so that they can learn about hearing loss as well. • Tell them what they can do to help the situation. For example, finding a quiet place in a restaurant will make it easier for you to hear versus a loud table in the middle of the establishment. Similarly, you might ask them to always look at you while speaking and to emphasize hand gestures and facial expressions. Technological advances Many people who have negative views of hearing loss may not understand that this doesn’t mean you will be wearing bulky devices. Modern day hearing aids make it easier to hear with background noise, to hear in auditorium or lecture hall settings and to maintain your pre-hearing aids lifestyle to its fullest. Whether you enjoy going out to the theater or love hiking, hearing aids have settings and features that make this possible. Today, hearing aids can go virtually unnoticed, as some are so small that they fit all the way into the ear canal. This in itself helps to decrease the negative connotation of the issue because people can go about their daily lives without others even noticing that they are wearing hearing aids. Additionally, settings and features like Bluetooth and telecoils help to make hearing aids a simple part of daily life. Most hearing aid adjustments can be made on a cellular phone now. Overcoming the stigma As people are getting educated on the condition, more people are becoming accepting and conscious of hearing


VISION<<page 18 eases. • Eat a diet high in healthy nutrients (vitamins, minerals and antioxidants) and low in fat and sugar. Ask your eye care specialist if and what supplements may be beneficial. Past president of the Milwaukee Optometric Society, David Scheidt, OD, adds, “These steps and regular exercise are all beneficial to your ability to see life to the fullest—now and in the future.” For FREE handouts on the eye conditions mentioned in this article (amblyopia, strabismus, cataracts, dry eyes, AMD, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, vitamins for your eyes, or eye safety) call Eye Care Specialists Community Education hotline at 414-321-7035. Since 1985, this leading ophthalmology practice has provided medical, surgical and laser care for virtually every eye condition to more than 185,000 Wisconsinites at offices on 7th & Wisconsin Ave., 102nd & National Ave., and Mayfair Rd. across from the mall. More information is also available at www.eyecarespecialists.net

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STEEPLE VIEW 12455 W Janesville Road Muskego, WI 53150 (414) 525-5500 steepleview.org Steeple View is an active 55 and better Christian senior community. Its mission is to promote, maintain and preserve a safe, life-enhancing, Christian-based, independent, senior living community. Steeple View’s Christian senior community cares for one another, while offering residents independence, security and a carefree, maintenance-free lifestyle.

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BECKER PROPERTY SERVICES, LLC 11520 N. Port Washington Rd., Mequon, WI 53092 262-240-9406 F:262-240-9729 BeckPropSvcs@aol.com beckerpropertyservices.com Becker Property Services is a privately owned and operated real estate firm specializing in consulting, development, and management of affordable multifamily housing, established in 1984. The company currently operates 11 apartment complex in the communities of Cudahy, Mequon, Milwaukee, Waukesha, West Allis, and West Milwaukee. 8 of the apartment complexes provides affordable and accessible subsidized housing to low income senior citizens age 62 and older, 2 complexes provide affordable and accessible subsidized housing for the physically disabled, and 1 complex provides affordable and accessible housing for seniors age 55 and older. We pride ourselves in providing safe, secure, well maintained, barrier free affordable housing for our senior and disabled residents.

HAMILTON HOUSE W76 N629, Wauwatosa Rd Cedarburg, WI 53012 262-326-1534 hamiltonhouseseniorliving.com You will experience the comfort and convenience of home with state-ofthe-art amenities and individualized services that are available to meet your lifestyle needs. We offer Independent Plus, Assisted Living and Memory Care services. Located in the charming Cedarburg with its historic downtown and area barns, Hamilton House will be a cozy, country chic senior living community. Located just across from Webster Middle School on Wauwatosa Road, your new home will feel like an extension of the community you have known and loved for years. Hamilton House will include 82 independent and assisted living apartments and 28 memory care apartments with upgraded features. A gardening room and patio will give residents an opportunity to grow plants and flowers, or just enjoy the beautiful outdoors. Our spacious common areas, fitness room and crafts areas provide many opportunities to stay active, socialize and enjoy life together. We are committed to making your life, the lifestyle you always wanted but never wanted to maintain. Our community has unique packages to bring you the services you need, when you need them. Love where you live at Hamilton House Senior Living!

HERITAGE SENIOR LIVING 7901 West National Ave. Suite C West Allis, WI 53214 414-302-9700 heritagesenior.com In our Philosophy of Care, Heritage Senior Living has collectively committed to five principles, which serve as guidelines for all our programs and relationships. Independence. Our programs emphasize self-reliance within a supportive environment, enhancing the residents’ quality of life and helping them feel good about themselves. Individuality. Heritage Senior Living customizes our care programs to reflect the interests, abilities and preferences of each individual resident. We understand each one of us will experience the aging process differently. Privacy. Residents maintain and decorate their apartment or suite with personal belongings. Choice. Residents are encouraged to continue to make their own decisions. Our programs are designed to honor individual preferences by providing plenty of variety. Dignity. Staff are committed to assisting residents with their personal needs in a manner that is always sensitive to the resident’s dignity. Heritage Senior Living’s vision is to be the Midwest’s premier provider of senior living services, transforming the industry through innovation in care, employee development and resident lifestyle enhancement.

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CHAI POINT 1400 N. Prospect Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53202 414-289-9600 ovation.org A luxury high-rise apartment building overlooking Lake Michigan, Chai Point offers both beauty and service to older adults. Located in the center of Jewish cultural and community activities, you’re right where you want to be. Choose a 1-, 2- or 3-bedroom apartment from a variety of floor plans. SARAH CHUDNOW CAMPUS 10995 N. Market Street Mequon, WI 53092 262-478-1500 ovation.org A new and progressive senior living facility, the Sarah Chudnow Campus is built on 17 acres of meadow and wooded areas. It encourages an active and independent life style for older adults. Line in one of 41 elegant 1-, 2- or 3-bedroom apartments with state-of-the-art amenities as well as access to a full continuum of care in a Jewish environment.

PROVIDENCE PLACE 815 Washington St, Grafton, WI 53024 262-377-9900 theprovidenceplace.org Our residents enjoy their independence with a wide array of modern amenities both in their individual apartment homes and within The Providence Place community. The Providence Place is a non-profit independent Christian Senior Community built on a six-acre parcel of land located at 815 Washington Street in Grafton, Wisconsin. We’ve worked hard to design a quality living environment that promotes fellowship, wellness and independence in a Christian atmosphere; and we’re excited about the opportunity to serve your residential needs. We invite you to call for a personal tour today! We always say, “You’re going to love it here.” MILL POND W164 N9091 Water Street Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 262-502-1650 Come by to see the available floorplan options. This community has a unique selection of amenities and features like a state-of-the-art fitness center, double vanities, and a game room. Stop by Mill Pond Senior Village today.

HICKORY PARK 3933 S Prairie Hill Ln, Greenfield, WI 53228 (414) 522-1230 seniorlifestyle.com V At Hickory Park, we provide a larger-than-life experience in a hometown package. We believe in building a sense of family through an engaging social atmosphere, personable service, and compassionate care that makes life more carefree for our residents. We offer Independent Living and Assisted Living lifestyles to seniors in the Greenfield area. BERKSHIRE GRAFTON 1004 Beech Street Grafton, WI 53024 262-376-9661 berkshireseniorcommunities.com/ grafton Grafton Community for those 62 and better... Convenient downtown location...Spacious Apts.... The Berkshire-Grafton is specifically designed for Seniors 62+ and Better. We are a luxury Apartment Community located in the Heart of Grafton. The Berkshire provides one and twobedroom Apts. Heat, water/sewer, underground-parking, and storage included. A place you will certainly call home.

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REILLY-JOSEPH COMPANY 1661 North Water Street, Suite 509 Milwaukee, WI 53202-6377 414-271-5201 lowincomerentalsmilwaukee.com The Reilly-Joseph Company is a privately owned and operated apartment development firm, established in 1970. The company operates apartment complexes in the communities of Menomonee Falls, New Berlin, Pewaukee and Waukesha, Wisconsin. Premiere apartment communities are Village Square Townhomes, Apple Glen Apartments, Hunters Ridge Apartments & Townhomes, Stone Creek Apartments, as well as the award winning senior retirement community, Hawthorne Terrace in Wauwatosa. Our philosophy is that a cheerful environment makes a cheerful resident. We pride ourselves in providing well-maintained buildings and superior service to our residents.

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THE SILVERNAIL 2451 Silvernail Rd. Pewaukee, WI 53072 262- 896-2100 F: 262-896-8952 wimmercommunities.com Spacious one and two bedroom units, rent includes underground parking, free laundry and transportation grocery shopping, On-site wellness nurse, Salon, banking services, fitness room, chapel, store, computer access, weekly activities and many senior services available on site for the convenience of our residents. We are a mixed property offering Section 42 and Section 8 affordable units and market rate units.

CLEMENT MANOR 3939 S 92nd St. Greenfield WI 53228 414.321.1800 www.clementmanor.com V Independent Living, Assisted Living Skilled Nursing,Transitional Care Adult Day Services and Brain Stretch Club, Center for Enrichment & Life Long Learning. Our retirement community offers a full continuum of services to promote the healthy aging of clients in our facilities and the community.

THE CENTENNIAL E. Centennial Dr. Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-762-7762 F: 414-571-5210 wimmercommunities.com/ senior-living Spacious one and two bedroom units, rent includes underground parking, free laundry and transportation grocery shopping, On-site wellness nurse, Salon, fitness room, chapel, store, computer access, outdoor pool, weekly activities and many senior services available on site for the convenience of our residents. We are a mixed property offering Section 42 affordable units and market rate units. TRINITY WOODS 9525 W Burleigh Rd. Milwaukee, WI 53222 414-225-8252 trinitywoods.com V Opening Fall 2021, At Trinity Woods, we believe that a person never stops growing and learning. It’s what makes us part of a community, a part of something greater than ourselves. Life is a constant adventure, and age, which is truly just a number, should not limit the adventures a person chooses to tackle. What better way to experience this philosophy than in an Intergenerational Living community like Trinity Woods.

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THE AUBERGE AT BROOKFIELD 1105 Davidson Rd. Brookfield, WI 53045 262-641-9020 aubergebrookfield.com THE AUBERGE AT OAK VILLAGE W128N6900 Northfield Dr. Menomonee Falls, WI 53051 262-532-0800 aubergeoakvillage.com A specially designed neighborhood to serve the special needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Every day we make it a goal to go above and beyond to enrich the lives of our residents. With our SPARK Lifestyle program, a Montessori-inspired philosophy for care, we create a specialized, life-enriching environment that affords each individual maximum self-expression. The staff is committed to delivering a quality of care that meets the resident’s physical, social, spiritual and emotional needs. Our talented team of dedicated and caring staff are there when you need them. It can be different…let us show you how. MISSION CREEK 3217 Fiddlers Creek Dr. Waukesha, WI 53188 (262) 832-1020 seniorlifestyle.com Mission Creek is a senior living community that prides itself on excellent service, care, and hospitality all provided in a warm, welcoming atmosphere that invites every resident to enjoy their day. We love the close-knit Waukesha community we call home and believe it’s an honor to care for local seniors and their families.

Steeple View An Independent Senior Community Embracing Christian Values Enjoy secure, carefree, independent living for active seniors (55 and better) in a Christian atmosphere. Relax with the comforts of home without the burden of home ownership! Our spacious 1, 2 and 2 bedroom plus den deluxe apartment homes start at $807 per month.* Schedule your personal tour and see why everyone loves living at Steeple View! * with 90% refundable entrance fee.

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ASSISTED LIVING OAK PARK PLACE 1621 Rivers Bend Wauwatosa WI 53226 414-292-0400 oakparkplace.com Assisted Living and Specialized Memory Care Services. Friendly neighbors, caring staff, fresh meals made by an expert chef, comfortable living spaces and spacious apartments. Helping hands to provide support when needed. WRIGHT HOUSE SENIOR LIVING 6751 W Mequon Road Mequon WI 53092 262- 832-1020 wrighthouseseniorliving.com Wright House Senior Living is an exclusive older adult community offering Independent Plus and Assisted Living and Memory Care. Enjoy the lifestyle you’ve always wanted but never wanted to maintain. You’ll enjoy spacious, and beautifully appointed apartment homes in an elegant, comfortable, and secure community.

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ASSISTED LIVING VILLA ST. FRANCIS – ASSISTED LIVING AND MEMORY CARE 1910 W. Ohio Ave., Milwaukee 414-649-2893 Villastfrancis.org Sponsored by the Felician Sisters, Villa St. Francis offers assisted living and memory care. Spacious one-bedroom apartments with kitchenette, studio plus and studio units each with a private bathroom and refrigerator. RN on staff Monday - Friday plus LPN available seven days a week and 24/7 staffing. Medication and diabetic management plus assistance with all cares. Transportation to doctor’s appointments and group trips. On-site social worker, nurse practitioner, podiatry, audiology, dentistry and vision services. Three meals served daily with scratch cooking. Catholic Mass and full Life Enrichment program. We can accept people with under a year of private pay funds and Medicaid.

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AZURA MEMORY CARE 8772 S Mayhew Dr. Oak Creek, WI 53154 414-301-4898 azuramemory.com Azura Memory Care is a premier provider of memory care services and programs across the state of Wisconsin. From homelike settings to transformational programming, our memory care assisted living communities provide a safe and nurturing place for those with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Recognized as Wisconsin’s Dementia Care Experts, our team is provided advanced education in dementia care through our exclusive MOSAIC by Azura training and engagement programming, helping those we serve experience moments of joy every day!

SENIOR SERVICES UNIVERSAL SERVICES 262-257-0850 universalserviceswi.com Specializing in Senior Moving and Transportation UNIVERSAL TRANSPORTATION 262-257-0250 universalserviceswi.com CONSIGN W/US 414-397-5987 universalconsignment@gmail.com

HEAR WISCONSIN 10243 W National Ave. West Allis, WI 53227 414-604-2200 hearwi.org HEAR Wisconsin is a nonprofit that helps infants, children, and adults with hearing loss by eliminating communication and language barriers through personalized services, technology, and education. Because there is no one right way for every person or family to cope with the challenges of hearing loss, HEAR Wisconsin provides services across the spectrum of communication and technology options. At HEAR Wisconsin, clients have the opportunity to make decisions and select a treatment plan that best meets their needs and goals. Our diverse team of professionals includes Doctors of Audiology, SpeechLanguage Pathologists, Sign Language Interpreters, as well as other specialists in Deaf education and assistive technology.

MY CHOICE WISCONSIN 10201 West Innovation Drive Ste 100 Wauwatosa WI 53226 1-800-963-0035 carewisc.org We’re on a mission to promote the quality of life of our communities by empowering others and working together to creatively solve unique health and long term care needs.

MIDWEST SENIOR SELECT, INC. 11518 N. Port Washington Rd. Mequon, WI 53092 414-241-3662 At Midwest Senior Select, Inc. We understand that finding the best affordable Health or Life insurance protection plan can be confusing, frustrating and expensive, especially as we get older. That’s why we’ve done the “Homework” for you Representing Selected Major Insurance Companies For Medicare Supplements, Medicare Advantage Plans, Medicare Prescription Drug Plans, Long Term Care, Final Expense Life, Annuities, Under 65 Major Medical Plans, Health Or Life For Under 65.

ALLIED SENIOR SERVICES 7421 W. Becher Street 414-545-7878 www.allied-senior-svcs.com Contact: AnnaMarie Allied Senior Services has been doing business since 1989. We have been endorsed by many large groups and their leaders. Allied Senior Services is a full service insurance agency handling many types of insurance from several companies. We meet your individual needs by shopping for the best product and the best price. Independent representatives, located in various areas of the state, provide excellent, convenient service for you.

SMART MOVES 9910 W Layton Avenue, Suite 6, Greenfield, WI 53228 414-526-5242 smartmovesforseniors.com Smart Moves offers compassionate moving services for seniors. We bring a personal touch to the moving process while providing an insured and honest service for individuals and families. We begin with a consultation to learn more about what you need and how we can help. Estimates and consultations on our services are free. CAPTEL Captioned Telephone captel.com 800-233-9130 Ideal for people with some degree of hearing loss, the Captioned Telephone, or CapTel, works like any other telephone with one important addition: It displays every word the caller says throughout the conversation. CapTel phone users can listen to the caller, and can also read the written captions in the CapTel’s bright display window. MIDWEST AUDIOLOGY CENTER, LLC 4818 S76th Street Greenfield 414-281-8300 Dr. Douglas Kloss Quality Hearing Healthcare ServicesCosmetically appealling designs availavle. Offering the latest hearing aid technology asales and service.

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Do you know someone with lupus? The Lupus Foundation of America, Wisconsin Chapter is a nonprofit organization that strives to support individuals and families affected by lupus. Our goals are to increase awareness, support research efforts, provide support groups and patient advocacy and ultimately find the cause and cure of lupus. Please visit our website to find out how we can support those affected by lupus at www. lupuswi.org or call 414-443-6400.

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REHABILITATION EASTCASTLE PLACE 2505 E Bradford Ave Milwaukee, WI 53211 Sales & Marketing: 414-219-1398 Reception Desk:414-939-7619 eastcastleplace.com At our 5-Star-rated Health & Rehabilitation Center, we work with Milwaukee’s finest hospitals and physicians to offer a full spectrum of senior rehabilitation services and specialized medical treatment for chronic conditions. Under the direction of our medical director, our interdisciplinary team of devoted skilled nurses and therapists are here to help individuals meet any care goals through memory care, rehabilitation or skilled nursing. Our Health Center has achieved a Deficiency Free Health Survey for three consecutive years. KENSINGTON CARE AND REHABILITATION 1810 Kensington Drive Waukesha WI 53188 262-548-1400 www.waukeshasprings.org A personalized rehabilitation experience that will get you better and get you home, as quickly as possible.

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262-241-FOOT www.footsolutions.com/mequon At Foot Solutions our business is about feet and how to best care for them. We use today’s most advanced computer technology, the knowledge of proper fitting footwear and trained staff in foot pathology and physiology. If your work requires you to be on your feet all day, every day, you are probably already painfully aware of the need to care for your feet. There is no better way to achieve this than to put Foot Solutions arch supports or accommodative inserts in your shoes.

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