Hocking Hills Messenger-April 2018

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LOGAN-HOCKING SCHOOL DISTRICT

“Without volunteers, we’d be a nation without a soul.”

- Rosalynn Carter

National Volunteer Week and National Public School Volunteer Week, both occur in the month of April, providing an excellent opportunity to honor all volunteers. During the Logan-Hocking School District Board of Education March Meeting, a resolution was passed for LHSD to join forces in the upcoming celebrations to recognize the impact of volunteer service in our schools.

Whereas, teachers feel there are not enough hours in the school day to accomplish all they want to do in the classroom, and Whereas, numerous parents and community members volunteer their time to assist teachers in providing many additional educational opportunities for Logan-Hocking Local students, and Whereas, these volunteers are vital contributors to the education of all L-H Local youth, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the L-H Local Board of Education proclaim the week of April 15-April 21, 2018 as Logan-Hocking Local School District “Volunteer Week” to recognize the school district’s many volunteers.

Within the LHSD, there are over 500 approved volunteers who work in various capacities, in the classroom, at one of our seven schools, and/or are working outside the classroom with a school group on projects or extra-curricular activities. Our volunteer team is increasing, as well as the number of hours they devote to our staff and students. Through the powerful contributions of time and talent, our volunteers are helping create wonderful opportunities for our students, as the teamwork mentality makes our schools a better place. The monetary value of our volunteer hours would equate to an astronomical donation.

Our valued volunteers play a vital role in our district’s success. When schools and families collaborate to support students, the impact is great.

There are five elementary schools within the district, with nearly 400 committed volunteers serving Central, Chieftain, Green, Hocking Hills, and Union Furnace. In addition to classroom volunteers, there are also groups like Project More, and extra-curricular activities, like Biddy and Youth Athletics, which rely on volunteer commitments. The success of L-H Middle School and LHS also depends heavily on volunteerism, with over 100 volunteers assisting with activities, such as Band, Choir, Theatre, Clubs, Junior and Senior High Athletics -just to name a few.

The district’s Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) includes a strong focus on volunteerism, through one of its nine Big Rocks. The plan calls on the committee to create opportunities for students to learn about City/County through career pathways and cultural experiences, by bridging the gap between community and school and instilling the importance of learning community pride through volunteerism.

Over the years, there have been many ways LHSD volunteers have been recognized for their efforts, from organized teas or lunches, to various awards or gifts. This year, the district plans to also use “Volunteer Week” as a way to highlight our volunteers through features on the district website, Facebook page, Twitter, our Logan Daily News Education page, as well as on our 98.3 SAM FM Student Radio Show, “Chieftain Chat”.

Would you like to make a positive impact on our school community by becoming involved? Please contact your local school to inquire on how you can help your student and school by volunteering. Some activities require a background check, fingerprinting and board approval.

LHSD welcomes any parents/guardians, family or community members to join the volunteer team. We know we will not find success without the continued support of our entire community. We hope you, our school community, will explore new and exciting ways to connect with our students and partner with us as we work together to prepare each student to succeed in our district and beyond graduation. ”Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” Helen Keller.

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An Icon Invasion

By Karen Raymore, CDME HHTA Executive Director Get ready for an Airstream invasion. These icons of Americana will roll into Historic Downtown Logan on Thursday, April 26 thanks to Urban Air®.

Airstream Travel Trailers have a rich history and a solid reputation as one of the world’s most recognized brands. Their unique look has been turning heads since they hit America’s highways in the 1930’s. Airstream Caravans have traveled to the far reaches of the globe spreading goodwill, friendship and a thirst for adventure. Urban Air® builds on that notoriety and directs the attention to an often overlooked resource: Main Street America. Airstream campers “Wake Up Downtown®” as they explore each community’s unique offerings.

The Urban Air® Appalachian Adventure in Historic Downtown Logan sold out in a matter of days. There will be seventy-five classic Airstreams lining Main Street from April 26 to 29. One of the very popular events during the weekend is the “Pimp My Blimp” decorating contest. The voting for the best decorated Airstream is done through non-perishable food donations to the best “pimped” camper. All the food votes will then be donated to Smith Chapel Food Bank. Urban Air® calls this “Camping for a Cause”.

On Friday, April 27 Ohio’s most famous Grandma will be celebrated in Logan as the Buckeye Trail Trailfest attendees join “Wake Up Downtown” for a showing of “Trail Magic”, the documentary of Emma “Grandma” Gatewood’s life. Grandma Gatewood gained international fame when she became the first woman to hike the entire Appalachian Trail (all 2000+ miles) by herself at the ripe young age of 67. Grandma Gatewood was also one of the founders of Ohio’s Buckeye Trail.

Following the first showing of “Trail Magic” will be a presentation by Ben Montgomery, author of the New York Times bestseller “Grandma Gatewood’s Walk”. Ben will give a presentation followed by a book signing. “Trail Magic” will be shown at 3 pm and 7:30 pm. All the Grandma Gatewood tributes will take place at Artista, 38 W. Main Street. There is no admission charge for the film or author’s presentation.

While downtown don’t miss Logan Town Center’s 3rd Annual Pie Auction at Scenic Hills Senior Center on Friday, April 27 from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This year’s Pie Auction will feature a Spaghetti Dinner before the auction at 6:30 pm.

Rounding out the weekend will be tours of the iconic Airstreams, musical entertainment, an adult beverage tent featuring our own Hocking Hills Winery, Hocking Hills Moonshine and Brewery 33. In addition to the great dining available every day in downtown there will be Food Trucks offering some unique dishes.

The event is being hosted by the Hocking Hills Tourism Association in accordance with the Association’s commitment to the revitalization of Historic Downtown Logan.

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Gallbladder Disease Timothy O’Brien, M.D. Hocking Valley Community Hospital General Surgery Problems related to the gallbladder are one of the most common causes of abdominal pain. Stones in the gallbladder are usually the culprit, but polyps in the gallbladder, stones in the main bile duct or sometimes just poor function of the gallbladder can also cause symptoms.

The gallbladder is a pear shaped organ which sits tucked up under the liver in the right upper abdomen. It functions as a reservoir for bile made by the liver. After eating, the gallbladder contracts to push the bile down into the intestine where it helps to digest fat. If there are stones present, one of them may get stuck in the narrow outlet of the gallbladder when it squeezes down. This usually results in pain in the right upper abdomen, which may radiate thru to the back and is often accompanied by nausea. Episodes may last from a few minutes to several hours depending on how stuck the stone is. Most of the time the symptoms will resolve on their own, but occasionally the stone remains stuck and the patient develops what is known as acute cholecystitis. With increasing pain, vomiting, and sometimes fever these patients usually end up at the hospital.

While anyone may develop gallstones, the phrase “fair, female and forty” describes those at highest risk. Obesity and family history are also risk factors. The best way to diagnose gallstones is with a simple ultrasound test. This will identify the stones and any other possible signs of inflammation. In addition to stones in the gallbladder, stones which make their way into the main bile duct can also cause problems. If they cause a blockage here, bile backs up and the patient becomes jaundiced and may also develop pancreatitis. This often requires a specialized procedure, known as an ERCP, to remove the stone from the bile duct.

Polyps in the gallbladder are also a fairly frequent finding on ultrasound. Most polyps are benign and don’t cause problems, but if they get larger than about 1 cm they can cause symptoms. Some patients have symptoms suggestive of gallbladder disease but no stones or polyps on ultrasound. In this situation a poorly functioning gallbladder, referred to as biliary dyskinesia, may result in right upper quadrant pain and nausea. A test called a HIDA scan can evaluate how well the gallbladder is working.

The treatment for gallbladder disease is usually cholecystectomy – surgery to remove the gallbladder. Lifestyle changes and medication may help somewhat but surgery is curative. Most of the time the surgery can be done laparoscopically. This requires only four small incisions and is usually an outpatient procedure. Most people return to work in 1-2 weeks and resume a normal diet.

If you’ve been experiencing pain in the right upper abdomen, particularly after eating foods high in fat, you may need an evaluation for gallbladder disease. We are here for you! Please call our office at 740-380-1300 to schedule an appointment today.

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Hospice Myths - Rick Schneider-FAIRHOPE Hospice Community Educator The purpose of this regular column is to dispel the many myths of hospice compassion. Over the years I have addressed these myths individually, but this time I thought that I would group them together. The myths that I commonly hear follow below.

Myth: You have to have cancer to be on hospice service.

Fact: The only requirement to be on hospice service is for the primary physician to estimate that if the primary illness follows its natural course, the patient has six months or less of life remaining.

Myth: Hospice care is expensive.

Fact: Most hospices offer free care. Hospice service is paid for by private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid (if qualified), or out of an indigent fund. (Money from donations and fundraisers) FAIRHOPE pays for all equipment, medicine, food supplements, hygiene products, etc that are related to the terminal illness. There is no expense related to the terminal illness.

Myth: If the patient lives past the six month or less time period, they are removed from hospice care.

Fact: The status of each patient is reviewed after 90 days, then after another 90 days, then every 60 days thereafter. If hospice care is still appropriate, the patient remains on service. Patients have been on service for over three years.

Myth: When someone signs on to hospice service, they must remain on service until they pass.

Fact: The patient may revoke any time they want and for no reason. This happens many times with COPD patients who panic and go to the hospital, or sometimes the patient wants to try a new experimental treatment. They can sign back on whenever they want. There are no fees or penalties to do so.

Myths: Once the patient signs on to hospice care, they do not have any more contact with their family doctor.

Fact: The family doctor can be the exclusive doctor, if the doctor and family agree. Hospice would then advise the doctor and he would become a part of the hospice team for that patient. If desired, the hospice doctor may tend to the terminal illness while the family doctor addresses other medical problems. Or, the hospice doctor may serve as the sole tending physician. There is no specific rule. All medical conditions not related to the terminal illness are still addressed and curative measures taken.

Myth: Hospice is one large organization covering the whole United States.

Fact: There are thousands of hospices located in the United States and in other countries throughout the world. Each is a separate entity.

Each has its own unique characteristics and quality of care. There are certain Medicare and state regulations that have to be met in order to be licensed. Some hospices are for profit, and some are not for profit.

Myth: Hospice is a place.

Fact: Hospice is a philosophy of care. The patient is cared for where they live; house, family member’s house, nursing home, assisted living facility, hospital, etc. When cared for in a house, the bed will be set up in any room the patient desires. For example, on FAIRHOPE care, patients have requested to have their bed set up in the living room, kitchen, garage, basement, and even a camper in the back yard.

Myth: Hospice means giving up hope and the patient is going to die.

Fact: Hospice focuses on living and reclaiming life, not dwelling on the end. FAIRHOPE helps to complete life. Hospice can help the patient to reminisce, laugh, reunite, and have hope.

Myth: Only a doctor may refer someone to hospice care.

Fact: Anyone may call hospice. This includes the doctor, family, friends, and neighbors. Hospice will then contact the family to confirm the situation. If agreed upon, hospice will then call the doctor. It is the role of the doctor to recommend care, be it curative or palliative (hospice).

Myth: Hospice is just for the patient.

Fact: Everyone affected by the situation is cared for, including family, friends, and pets. {not necessarily in that order} Myth: Hospice patients are bedridden.

Fact: Many are able to walk when they sign on.

Did You Know?? Facts & Humor “Good Bye March Hello April” April’s Honorary Flowers are Daisies and Sweet Peas .

Daisies Symbolizes Innocent, Loyal Love, and Purity: but it also means “ I’ll Never Tell!’’

The Sweet Pea Signifies blissful Pleasure, and Are used to say “Good Bye”.

The Diamond Is April’s Birthstone. The word diamond comes from the early Greek word Adamas meaning untamable and related to our word Adamant.

That’s because the Greeks knew a tough customer when they saw one, April Showers bring May Flowers and that’s exactly how April got it;s name. It’s derived from the verb “Arerire” which means “to Open”.

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