44th annual Senior Fair

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WAR MEMORIAL GYM • SATURDAY, OCT. 28, 2017 • 7:30 TO 11:30 A.M.

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Special Message from

Governor David Y. Ige In Recognition of the

44th Annual Maui County Senior Fair October 28, 2017 Â? „‡ŠƒŽˆ ‘ˆ –Š‡ ’‡‘’Ž‡ ‘ˆ ÂƒÂ™ÂƒÂ‹ÇŽÂ‹ÇĄ •‡Â?† a special aloha to our wonderful Â?ó’—Â?ƒ, organizers, vendors, attendees, sponsors and supporters of the 44th Annual Maui County Senior Fair. This fun and festive annual event teaches and motivates us to embrace a healthy lifestyle regardless of your age. Š‹• Â›Â‡ÂƒÂ”ÇŻÂ• –Š‡Â?‡ǥ Dz ‰‡ —– ‘—†ǥdz ”‡Â?‹Â?†• —• ‘ˆ –Š‡ ‹Â?’‘”–ƒÂ?…‡ ‘ˆ empowering our seniors with the information and tools they need to keep them independent and encouraging them to stay healthy and active. We must honor, respect and care for our Â?ó’—Â?ƒ, for they are the teachers of our traditions, our bridge to the past, and an example for future generations.

I applaud and commend the ƒ—‹ ‘—Â?–›ǯ• ‡’ƒ”–Â?‡Â?– ‘ˆ ‘—•‹Â?‰ ƒÂ?† —Â?ƒÂ? ‘Â?…‡”Â?•ǥ Office on Aging, and Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. for the services they continue to provide to our seniors and the people in our community.

Mahalo nui loa to everyone who worked hard to make this annual event possible. Best wishes for another successful and enjoyable fair.

With warmest regards,

DAVID Y. IGE G‘˜‡”Â?‘”ǥ –ƒ–‡ ‘ˆ ƒ™ƒ‹ǎ‹

on the cover Photos from the 43rd Senior Fair festivities. Photos provided by Maui County Office on Aging.

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loha and welcome Senior Fair attendees!

anna make some noise and shake up the world??? You are in the RIGHT place, then. The theme for the 44th Annual Senior Fair is: “Age Out Loud!” Older Adults in Maui County have a lot to say and even more to contribute. If you don’t believe me, just ask a senior you know! Now, more than ever, older adults are focusing on new careers, ways to contribute to their community, and experiencing as many adventures as possible.

It wasn’t long ago that former President George H. W. Bush celebrated his 90th birthday by jumping out of a plane.

We hear stories routinely of ways that today’s seniors are breaking barriers and defying stereotypes by purposing to Age Out Loud. Through incredible volunteerism and seemingly endless energy, seniors are engaging in vibrant living.

Deborah Stone-Walls Even for folks whose bodies have begun to slow, an attitude of exuberance and This year as you move amongst the engagement remains. Members of the socrowds to experience the excitement and called “Silent Generation” aren’t always opportunities of growing older, once so silent anymore.

— Deborah Stone-Walls Maui County Executive on Aging

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again remain mindful of the many booths dedicated to helping individuals find ways to remain healthy and contribute to others and the community as a whole. No matter where each of us is on the spectrum of age, we will find information relevant to improving our overall health, remaining fully engaged in life, providing ways to increase civic engagement, and contributing to our families. This is each of our opportunity to boost our ability and determination to Age Out Loud.

Maui County Office on Aging once again wishes to acknowledge Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. for producing this event. The dedication and commitment of MEO staff members help make the Annual Senior Fair a memorable and pleasant experience for each one of us.

Don’t be shy. Join in the fun and AGE OUT LOUD!

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SUPPORTIVE AND ENGAGING DAY CARE FOR ADULTS

AGE OUT LOUD! | SATURDAY, OCT. 28, 2017

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Maui County Independent Living Specialists: JulieAnn, Lani and Kathleen serving Molokai, Lanai and Maui. Missing from photo: Brian Hauser, Advocacy Coordinator.

Aloha Independent Living Hawaii: Ready to Help You ‘Age Out Loud’

works on systems advocacy projects including legislation that ensures inclusiveness and accessibility statewide.

Peer support groups are an important loha Independent Living Hawaii is a grassroots non-profit agency with component of AILH services. A Mixed A safe and stimulating environment for seniors to go a mission to provide independent Group comprised of men and women of all during the day so you can be worry free. living programs and services to persons ages with various disabilities meets monthwith disabilities throughout the state of ly on both Maui and Molokai for social Hawaii. AILH is currently the only SERVICES INCLUDE: recreation and discussion of important topstatewide Center for Independent Living, ics. The Vision Impairment and Blindness © Yw { y z w {z x w y w © Y~ y{ | y w B {y {w w B which by definition is a consumer-conEducation and Peer Support Group meets trolled, cross-disability, nonresidential the last Wednesday of the month in Kahuand spiritual activities worker, dietitian and nurse agency that provides independent living lui, Maui. Anyone experiencing visual im© f{ w {z w z | C © d } yw { x y{ {zB services in the community with a majority pairment is welcome to attend and learn monitored exercise programs experienced staff of staff and board members who have dis- more about the group. Low vision and le© c } w z { w w | © b y~ w z wy y { abilities. gal blindness increases significantly with age, particularly those over age 65, but it with physician prescribed diet health progress In Maui County AILH has three Independent Living Specialists covering Maui, should not mean a loss of independence.

Group members benefit from learning Lanai, and Molokai. Each strives to help those with any type of disability obtain ap- about resources, strategies, and personal experiences to help with adjustment to vipropriate information and referrals as well as achieve his/her independent living goals. sion loss and to continue living an active life.

Goals may include locating accessible If you or someone you care about is livhousing, advocating for access to appropriing with a disability, give AILH a call. One ate services and benefits, learning to complete a task of daily living more independ- of the IL Specialists would love to help you “Age Out Loud” and achieve your indeently, using public transportation, or makpendent living goals. Services are free and ing social connections through peer supthe only eligibility requirement is that the port. The IL Specialist also can help with e { c zw ¤ \ zw B MPFF wD D ¤ KPFF D D transition, either a young adult transitioning person must have a permanent disability.

For more information visit Aloha Indefrom school to living on his/her own, or pendent Living Hawaii online at someone transitioning from a nursing home to community living. In addition, an www.alohailhawaii.org or call 800-385871-9287 | www.halemakua.org/adult-day-health Advocacy Coordinator based on Maui 2454.

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By DEBBIE CABEBE MEO Chief Executive Officer

hen you think of MEO, you normally think of transportation.

MEO buses act as a moving billboard as we go about our business of transporting clients throughout Maui County.

But, MEO is more than a transportation provider, we are a community action agency.

MEO is a Community Action Agency established in 1965 under the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964. Community Action equips low-income citizens with the tools and potential for becoming self-sufficient.

MEO has been “helping people... changing lives” for 52 years and is an articulate advocate for those whose voices are often not heard—the elderly, disabled, immigrants, youth, offenders and the economically disadvantaged.

MEO provides tools to help people and change lives with programs offered through five departments. MEO BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER assists small business entrepreneurs with understanding the basics of business, writing a business plan, credit assessment and repair, and microloans for startup and expansion.

COMMUNITY SERVICES provides a wide array of services including rental subsidy, state-wide employment training and

MEO Executive Staff job placement, acculturation and advocacy through MEO’s Enlace Hispano (Hispanic Link) program, weatherization and energy assistance, senior club coordination and advocacy, prisoner reintegration though our BEST Reintegration program, a clean and sober living facility in Wailuku and cultural and farming activities at Ke Kahua and more.

EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES provides quality infant care and early childhood education, offering toddlers a Head Start toward a better education and a better life. Head Start is a comprehensive program designed to support low-income children and their families in the areas of school readiness, literacy, social and emotional development and moving them toward stability.

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Since incorporation, MEO has been a training ground for community leaders.

Many have gone on to work for State or County government, or hold political office giving back to the community.

Head Start parents are taught parliamentary procedure while sitting on a decision making policy council and learn to advocate for themselves and their children.

MEO also provides work experience opportunities for disadvantaged individuals, MEO photo assisting with developing skills and gaining confidence.

Earlier this year, MEO provided a trainprovides rides to the doctor or treatment fa- ing opportunity to one of the BEST Reintecility, to work, to school, to adult day care, gration clients while a program specialist for necessary shopping, and for other needs helped him prepare for and obtain unsubsiwith both standard and wheelchair liftdized employment. MEO’s facilities and equipped vehicles throughout Maui County. grounds coordinator Mark Hammer shared MEO YOUTH SERVICES provides this story: youth with assistance to succeed in school “I don’t have any big numbers and statisand life through fun-filled opportunities to tics to share about how many people we learn while serving the community. The pre- have served or how far we have been able to vention of underage drinking, substance stretch the grant dollar. I just have one story abuse, tobacco use, teenage pregnancy, and about how we’ve touched the life of one teenage suicide evidence based curriculum person and the improvement and forward is purposely blended with youth program progress in his life that I have witnessed. activities, in and out of the classroom.

Mr. X has been an inmate in the Maui MEO is dedicated to providing tools for County Correctional Center for over seven living, for earning, for self-reliance, and for years. Through good behavior and participacommunity involvement. All programs are tion in whatever was expected of him, he designed with the underlying belief that inmade it to a place of trust that allowed him stead of giving people a fish, it is better to See MEO on the next page teach them how to fish for themselves.

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Eat healthy at 50 and beyond A balanced diet is an integral element of a healthy lifestyle for men, women and children alike. But while kids and young adults might be able to get away with an extra cheeseburger here or there, men and women approaching 50 have less leeway.

According to the National Institute on Aging, simply counting calories without regard for the foods being consumed is not enough for men and women 50 and older to maintain their longterm health.

Rather, the NIA emphasizes the importance of choosing low-calorie foods that have a lot of the nutrients the body needs.

But counting calories can be an effective and simple way to maintain a healthyweight, provided those calories are coming from nutrient-rich foods. The NIA advises men and women over 50 adhere to the following daily calorie intake recommendations as they attempt to stay healthy into their golden years.

When choosing foods to eat, the

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Women • Not physically active: 1,600 calories • Somewhat active: 1,800 calories • Active lifestyle: between 2,000 and 2,200 calories Men • Not physically active: 2,000 calories • Somewhat active: between 2,200 and 2,400 calories • Active lifestyle: between 2,400 and 2,800 calories

get new glasses, a driver’s license, a full time job and a bicycle to commute to Continued from Page A3 and from his new job. As he began to to go out on work furlough. Mr. X was get the elements of his life sorted out and placed under my supervision to do land- became parole eligible, he became noscaping and janitorial work. Mr. X ticeably more excited about becoming a worked at MEO 5 days a week, 6 hours productive and contributing member of a day, for several months. society and this island’s community.

There were initial challenges, of Mr. X’s gratitude for the help and opcourse, as Mr. X adjusted to working portunities MEO provided him is exand interacting with people who are not pressed in his interest in returning to volfellow inmates or guards. But these chal- unteer one day a week, on his day off, to lenges were overcome and his increase “give back” to MEO a little of what he in confidence and personal growth as an has received. individual were notable. As his reliabiliMr. X may be a success for the Best ty and accountability increased, the need Program and the Facilities department, to directly supervise him decreased. but really we have only been the vehicle, Mr. X worked both landscaping and offering aid and assistance to someone janitorial. He cheerfully did anything with the desire and perseverance. Perthat was asked of him, accepted guidsonally, I welcome another chance to be ance and instruction where needed. Ala small part of positive change in anothways polite and respectful, Mr. X beer’s life.” came a part of the MEO Ohana and was This story is just one of many stories well liked by all. where MEO is Helping People and BEST Program staff helped Mr. X to Changing Lives.

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Hospice Maui compassionately caring for Maui since 1981 care and Hospice Hale, Hospice Maui helps the community by organizing a number of bereavement groups.

There is the weekly HEAL (Helping Ease a Loss) group.

This alternates Tuesdays and Wednesdays in a meeting room at Hospice Maui and is for anyone needing grief support — people do not need to have used hospice care. It holds a support group in collaboration with Na Keiki O Emalia on Mondays at Hospice Maui for children and teens grieving the loss of a parent or sibling. There is an upcoming suicide grief group planned for October/November with more planned for next year. Hospice also holds a number of

By CATHERINE KENAR

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s another birthday comes and goes, or loved ones appear a bit less spry than remembered, that recognition makes one face the fact that our bodies age and get sick.

Modern medicine has come far with treating and curing many illnesses that only 50 years ago were untreatable but as a result, many people are ill for longer.

Technological advances, while beneficial in many avenues of life, pulled people into hospitals to die. This was an artificial way of dying and went against the natural order of life.

Then, due to the singleminded vision of a nurse in Great Britain in the late 1960s, a new “industry” was born that revolutionized the way in which the ill, the dying and the bereaved are cared for — hospice.

“Hospice is focused on maintaining our humanity,” explained Dr. Nancy Long, medical director of Hospice Maui, which will be celebrating its 36th anniversary in November.

Existing to serve Maui, Hospice Maui was set up to be a community-based resource, much like the original one in Great Britain. It is here to help families navigate end-of-life on all levels.

“Dying is really not just a medical event but a family, spiritual and holistic event,” continued Dr. Long. “The point of hospice is to reclaim dying as a human experience.”

Offering strong medical expertise, hospice maximizes the quality of life remaining for the person receiving its

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Hospice Hale’s goal is to create as much of a feeling of home as possible

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common room area that is Hale, which opened in Dehelp. It’s very common to used as a living room; the experience fear; however, in- cember 2016.

Hospice Hale was built by kitchen is spacious and formation takes fear away, and hospice offers the stress the community for the com- bright; and original artwork donated by artist (and Hosmunity to fill this need. Its relief of providing informagoal is to create as much of a pice Maui board member) tion to people. Oftentimes, when people choose hospice, feeling of home as possible. Sherri Reeve can be found they actually live longer and With five individual rooms, throughout. There is even a tranquil meditation room it allows families to stay have a better quality of life. close and support each other. that holds necessary items “The staff of Hospice Sleeping arrangements, in for a variety of religious beMaui really listens to the liefs. the form of a recliner chair needs of people seeking Beside acting as a tempothat transforms into a full them out,” added Astrid rary stop for someone not Cophenhoff, advancement bed, are provided in every ready to go home, the hale is room in order that a family director of Hospice Maui.

“We are constantly asking, member or friend be able to also available to offer a carestay with the patient if they’d giver a much-needed respite ‘What kind of grief suplike to. The hale even allows by taking on the responsibiliport does the community someone to have visits with ty of and allowing a patient need?’ ” to stay at the hale for five While the majority of hos- their family pet, if a family member or friend will bring days. pice care is given to people COMFORT & CARE • ASSISTANCE & PEACE OF MIND it.

The hale has two regisin their homes, a need was AT HOME OR AT OUR NEW HOSPICE MAUI HALE Much thought was put in- tered nurses on staff during recognized that sometimes the day, plus one nurse aide, people are released from the to the design and construcin addition to the hospice hospital but they aren’t ready tion of the hale. The rooms and building let in a lot of team of social workers, spirito go home or they don’t daylight and fresh air. Each tual care providers, doctor have a care-giver available.

HospiceMaui.org • (808) 244-5555 and trained volunteers.

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Adopting a dog or cat later in life

ompanion animals bring great joy to C their owners. The unconditional love cats and dogs provide appeals to people

understandably hesitant to adopt. Mature pets might be an ideal fit for seniors.

When seniors are looking to adopt a pet, of all ages. While many people associate there are various reasons why older pets pets with kids who can’t wait to welcome or particular animals might be the perfect the first cat or dog into their homes, pets fit for them. can benefit aging men and women as ❖ Adult pets may already be house well. trained, saving seniors the trouble and efIt’s not uncommon for seniors to feel fort of training them. lonely or depressed when they retire, their ❖ Seniors may find cats fit their lifechildren move away or they lose a spouse styles more than dogs, as cats are less acor close friend or friends. The American tive and do not need to be walked or Humane Society states that studies show played with as much as dogs. Cats also pets help seniors overcome loneliness and are small and easily maneuverable, meandepression by providing affection, coming even seniors who have arthritis or othpany and entertainment. Pets also provide er physical limitations can easily care for much-needed mental stimulation, and cats. Many cats are also content to spend many pet owners find their pets help them long periods of time sleeping on their become more physically active as well. owners’ laps.

Seniors who adopt pets may also feel a ❖ Small dogs that can be active within It’s important that seniors carefully sense of purpose when helping animals the house might be a good idea as well, weigh the benefits of adopting a pet who may not have anywhere to live. This especially for seniors with mobility isagainst any limitations they may have. is particularly true of older companion sues. They’re also easily transported to Having a backup plan for care is advantaanimals, which many young families are and from vet appointments.

geous as well. Seniors should not adopt a pet if they anticipate frequent travel or medical care that requires they be away from home for long periods of time.

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Personal empowerment through emergency preparedness

extreme weather events. ≤ Arrange for a relative, friend or neighbor to check on you in an emergency. Discuss with them how they will gain access into your home if you are not able to open the door. ≤ If you are receiving health care services at home, ask your home health provider about emergency procedures. ≤ You and your family should have supplies prepared to take care of yourself for a minimum of 2 weeks. Basic items include canned and dehydrated food, water, manual can opener, battery powered radio, flashlight, extra batteries, first aid kit, personal hygiene items, cash, etc.

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By CHARNAN CARROLL Maui County Emergency Management Agency

e all want to live quality lives. But a sudden, unexpected emergency will disrupt normal living. The likelihood that you will recover from an emergency tomorrow will depend on the planning and preparation that you do today.

When disaster strikes, local officials and relief workers will not be able to reach everyone right away. Personal preparedness allows individuals to take some control and function in a disaster. Even if you have physical limitations, you can still protect and prepare. No one knows your situation better than you.

1. Be informed

Learn about the risks your community faces. Know your neighborhood and any specific risks that may affect it. ≤ Are you in a flood plain? – Flash floods ≤ Do you live on the coastline? – High surf ≤ Are you in a tsunami inundation zone? – Evacuation zones ≤ Do you live in a heavily wooded area? – Wild fires ≤ Know where to get emergency information. ≤ Sign up for Makaala - Maui County Emergency Alerts at mauicounty.gov or call 270-7285 ≤ MauiReady.gov – Emergency preparedness information from several agencies ≤ Get a NOAA weather radio If the Civil Defense sirens sound, turn on a Maui radio station for information.

2. Make a personal plan

Assess yourself and your household. What personal abilities and limitations may affect your response to a disaster? Meet with your family, friends, caregivers and others in your support network and work with them as a team to prepare. Practice your plan to make sure it meets your needs.

Have a family communications plan. ≤ Carry family contact information in your wallet. ≤ Choose an out-of-town contact person. After a disaster, it is often easier to make a long-distance call than a local call from a disaster area. ≤ Neighbors helping neighbors can be critical in an emergency.

Evacuation. ≤ If your home is unsafe to shelter in, arrange to go to EMA photo a family member’s or a friend’s house.

Have a disaster supply kit packed for each person ≤ Arrange transportation options, such as a personal in your household and stored in one place. vehicle, friend or caretaker, or contact your local paramandated by County officials. If you live in a retirement transit system before the emergency occurs.

Public shelters should be considered only as a last community or other facility, learn about their emergency resort. Evacuation shelters only provide a space to stay. procedures.

Shelter in Place. ≤ Know the safe places within your home in case of

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SATURDAY, 7:30 TO 11:30 A.M. | WAR MEMORIAL GYM 44th Annual Maui County Senior Fair Program

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8 a.m.

Remarks by Mayor, County of Maui, Alan Arakawa County of Maui, Director of Housing and Human Concerns, Carol Reimann County of Maui, Executive on Aging, Deborah Stone-Walls MEO Chief Executive Officer, Debbie Cabebe

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Kaunoa Senior Services Congregate Nutrition Program

By GRACE DeSILVA and DANA L. ACOSTA

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he County of Mauiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Congregate Nutrition Program is a great way to see friends, stimulate your mind, exercise your body, have a nutritious meal, and most importantly, HAVE FUN!!! The program is open to seniors 60 years of age and better. With 11 nutrition sites on Maui, Molokai and Lanai, there is one near you. There are a variety of activities at each site including; sing-alongs, arts and crafts, nutrition education, monthly presentations from the Maui County Office on Aging, movie days, bingo, musical entertainment, exercise classes, and special excursions to various places on Maui. The list goes on and on.

Our enthusiastic site coordinators strive every day to help make the retirement years the best years. Seniors have said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I enjoy this program because I get to go places I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t normally be able to go!â&#x20AC;?; â&#x20AC;&#x153;I look forward to the fellowship and friendship at the nutrition centerâ&#x20AC;?; â&#x20AC;&#x153;it is nice to connect with old friends and meet new friends!â&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;I look forward to lunch and socializing each week.â&#x20AC;? Recent surveys indicate that 95 percent of

When the skies are clear, the water is calm and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a nice day at Hana Bay, local fishermen think of the kupuna at Kaunoaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hana/Keanae Nutrition Center first, taking them out into the water to hold the net and help pull the fish in.

Those who are physically able to participate will then take fish to the kupuna who watch from the shore, and everyone goes home with fish. It is special activities such as this that occur at the Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kaunoa Nutrition Centers that help keep seniors active, involved and independent throughout Maui County. participants feel the program helps them remain active and independent, and 90 percent feel more connected to their community and have learned better eating habits through the Nutrition Education component at the centers. A voluntary contribution of $2 per meal is appreciated; however, participants cannot be denied service if they are unable or do not wish to contribute.

We would love for you to join us! Please call 270-7306, for more information.

County of Maui Congregate Meal Dining Centers Location: Akahi Center at Hale Mahaolu Elua Center at Hale Mahaolu Hana Community Center Kahului Union Church Center Kihei Community Center Kula Community Center Lanai Senior Center Molokai (Kaunakakai) Upcountry Center (Hannibal Tavares Coummunity Center) Wailuku Community Center West Maui Senior Center

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Emergency Continued from Page 9 You will need to bring your own basic supplies to last for 3-5 days. This includes food, water, bedding and personal needs.

3. Build a Go-Kit

≤ Have disaster supply kits packed for each person in your household and stored in one place. Each go-kit should have supplies to last for 3-5 days. ≤ Basic items include canned and dehydrated food, water, battery powered radio, flashlight, first aid kit, personal hygiene items, important papers, cash, and bedding. ≤ Include specialized items, such as extra hearing aid batteries, wheelchair batteries, oxygen, catheters, and medications. ≤ Store your supplies in easy-to-carry containers or has wheels, such as a backpack, duffel bag or suitcase.

A person’s sense of smell may fade with age, and because smell and taste are so closely related, foods enjoyed for years may no longer tantalize the taste buds.

That can be problematic, as many people instinctually add more salt to foods they find bland. According to the U.S. Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, older adults should consume no more than 1,500 milligrams of sodicolorful diet incorporates lots of different um per day. That equates to roughly 3/4 types of phytochemicals, which the PBH teaspoon of salt. Older men and women says have disease-preventing properties. should resist the temptation to use salt to add flavor to foods, instead opting for The NIA also advises that men and healthy foods that they can still smell women over 50 make sure at least half the grains in their diets are whole grains. and taste. In addition, men and women should mention any loss of their sense Numerous studies have discovered the of smell to their physicians, as such a various benefits of whole grains, which loss may indicate the presence of are loaded with protein, fiber, antioxiParkinson’s disease or Alzheimer’s disdants and other nutrients. Whole grains ease. have been shown to reduce the risk for Maintaining a healthy diet after 50 diseases such as type 2 diabetes, heart may require some hard work and discidisease and some types of cancer. pline. But the long-term benefits of a Another potential hurdle men and healthy diet make the extra effort well women over 50 may encounter is a worth it. change in their sense of smell and taste.

The likelihood that you Eat Continued from Page 6 will recover from an NIA recommends eating many different emergency tomorrow colors and types of vegetables and fruits.

Phytochemicals are substances that ocwill depend on the plan- cur naturally in plants, and there are thousands of these substances offering ning and preparation various benefits. The Produce for Better that you do today.

Health Foundation notes that a varied, 4. Plan for Pets or Service Animals ≤ Take your pets with you if you evacuate. ≤ Have a go-kit prepared for them including food, water, leash and harness, and medications. ≤ Move your pets in hard carriers so that they are safe and cannot escape.

They may be scared and act differently during a disaster. ≤ Be aware that pets (except service animals) are not permitted in emergency public shelters, unless the shelter is designated as “pet-friendly.”

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MAUI HEALTH SYSTEM:

A new partner in health

By MIKE REMBIS Chief Executive Officer and Hospital Administrator for Maui Health Sytem

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hen it comes to staying healthy in our golden years, access to quality health care and services is key. On Maui, we are fortunate to have many organizations working together to provide affordable care to our entire community, from keiki to kupuna.

Earlier this year, Maui residents welcomed a new addition to our health care community. Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kula Hospital, and Lanai Community Hospital became a part of Maui Health System, a Kaiser Permanente affiliate, in the first publicprivate partnership of its kind.

We joined this partnership to serve the people of Maui and Lanai. Our top priority is, and has always been, the health of the community. That’s why our commitment to operating these facilities as community hospitals has not wavered. Maui Health System serves all patients, regardless of health insurance or Medicare participation. You do not need to change your insurance, and you can still visit your doctors and care providers as usual.

When you come to Maui Memorial Medical Center or Kula Hospital, you’ll

Maui Health System serves all patients, regardless of health insurance or Medicare participation.

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Earlier this year, Maui residents welcomed a new addition to our health care community. Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kula Hospital and Lanai Community Hospital became part of Maui Health System, a Kaiser Permanente affiliate.

electronic medical record together to treat you safely tion work at the hospitals our community is needed system, is a benefit to you and effectively, while min- and to subsidize operaas we strive to fulfill our and your care team. Docimizing medication issues. tions. Maui Health System mission to deliver hightors, nurses, specialists, We’re grateful to the has pledged more than quality, patient-centered, and other providers can people of Maui for your $50 million to expand affordable health care to view patient charts, lab re- support during and after services, improve patient the people of Maui and sults, treatment informathe transition, and for wel- care, update technology, Lanai. We are committed tion, and coordinate your coming Maui Health Sys- and recruit more physito the task and look forsee the same physicians, care in real time. It also tem into the community. cians in areas where we ward to serving everyone nurses and staff you’ve keeps track of your medThis hospital partnership need them most. on Maui for generations to come to know and trust. ications and alerts physiis good news for everyone These improvements come. For more informaOver 97 percent of state cians to potential drug inwho uses Maui County will take many years, and tion about Maui Health hospital employees accept- teractions or side effects. community hospitals. many people coming toSystem, please visit us oned positions with Maui That means your cardiolo- Governor Ige has apgether, in order to come to line at www.mauihealth Health System, and will gist and internist can work proved funds for renovafruition. The support of system.org. continue to treat you, assist with check-in and discharge, answer your billing “Computer vision questions and more. syndrome” and digital eye strain are very You’ll also notice many real! Wearing computer glasses, taking a new faces at our facilities. break, magnifying text, blinking Fifty-eight local nursing frequently and making sure the screen is graduates from UH-Maui 20-28 inches away are all ways to College have been hired, prevent strain. and we look forward to providing job opportunities to many more in the years Todd Hori to come. The transfer has Board Certified HIS also resulted in a need to hire over 200 hundred additional support position in administration, facilities, food services and nursing departments, allowing us to create more jobs for our local community.

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Islands Hospice believes in supporting the community lands of Oahu and Maui.

We will continue to strive to provide the absolute best in Hospice care to any person seeking our assistance. We thank the island of Maui for allowing us the opportunity to serve you and your families during what can be a very sensitive time in your lives. Aloha and mahalo from the team at Islands Hospice.

spite the accumulation of abnormal protein depositions (amyloid plaques and older maintain their physical neurofibrillary tangles) in health. But there are also the brain, a hallmark of ways aging men and women Alzheimer’s disease. Havcan preserve brain health in ing a purpose also may help an effort to prevent or delay those who do not have the cognitive decline that af- Alzheimer’s disease. fects millions of seniors In addition to the suggesacross the globe. tions mentioned above, It’s easy to overlook the those who want to boost importance of keeping the brain health can consider brain healthy. However, a these strategies. decline in brain function can ≤ Start exercising the result in poor concentration, brain early on. A study pubmemory loss and a host of lished in 2012 in the other issues. Sometimes, by British Medical Journal exthe time symptoms present amined cognitive function themselves, it may be too in people ages 45 to 70. late to reverse any damage. Researchers found evidence Research suggests that a of cognitive decline in the combination of nutrition and 45-year-old participants as mental, social and physical well as the older particiactivities may have a greater pants. It’s never too early to impact with regard to main- put a brain health plan into taining and improving brain motion. health than any single activi≤ Read more books. ty. Harvard Medical School Reading can open individualso states that volunteering, als up to new vocabulary caring for others and pursu- and scenarios that promote ing hobbies may benefit the a stronger brain and recall brains of older adults. ability. Enrolling in an eduA study published in the cation course at a local colArchives of General Psychi- lege, community center or atry found participants who online also may be benefireported higher levels of cial. of Riki Hokama.

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tion between physical activity and reduced risk of cognitive decline. This could be because exercise elevates heart rate, which pumps more blood to the brain and body. ≤ Supplement with DHA. DHA is an omega-3 fatty acid that is dominant in the brain. Adhere to a Mediterranean diet, which is generally high in natural sources of omega-3, including fish and mono-unsaturated fats from olives, olive oil, nuts and seeds. Supplements also may help, but individuals should consult with their doctors about which products to take. ≤ Challenge the mind.

Men and women can engage in challenging activities that stray from their routines. Puzzles, strategic games, jigsaw puzzles, or difficult hobbies can benefit the brain. ≤ Keep a close-knit group of friends. Regular conversation and social interaction is a key component of any brain health wellness plan.

Slowing cognitive decline and promoting greater brain health should be a priority for adults of all ages.

Director of Clinical Services, Islands Hospice

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slands Hospice is a local, nonprofit hospice provider servicing the entire island of Oahu and Maui. It is our mission to serve and provide our community, patients and families the highest level of excellence in Hospice care.

Islands Hospice house We are the largest nonprofit hospice provider in family who entrust us with the State of Hawaii deditheir loved ones. Please be cated to serving the very assured that every person unique cultures of our isin our care is treated with the utmost dignity and land home. compassion at this difficult We are honored by the time in their life. referrals from physicians, In July 2014, Islands hospitals, care centers, Hospice began caring for nursing homes as well as Maui patients in their prithe patient’s friends and

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vate homes and other residential settings, such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities. In 2015 Islands Hospice opened Maui’s first hospice inpatient unit — we are particularly proud that we have brought the first hospice facility to the residents of

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Maui without having relied on fundraising or the use of state and county taxpayer money.

Islands Hospice strongly believes in supporting other nonprofit agencies with similar goals and missions.

This year alone, Islands Hospice has supported agencies like Hale Makua, American Cancer Society, Pacific Cancer Foundation, The Alzheimer’s Associa-

tion, Maui United Way and the Maui Hospital Foundation with financial contributions totaling nearly $10,000. We at Islands Hospice believe not only in being a part of the Maui community, but being a “very active” part as well.

Islands Hospice is now providing professional and compassionate care to over 400 individuals and their loved ones between the is-

By KEOKI ROBELLO, RN

How seniors can preserve their brains

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Keep an eye out for Blue Zones Project in Central Maui

“plan de vida;” for both it translates to “why I wake up in the morning.” Knowing your sense of purpose can add up to seven years to your life.

By CARISSA HOLLEY

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Community Engagement Lead

lue Zones Project is a community-wide well-being improvement initiative designed to make healthy 3. Downshift Even people in the Blue Zones experience stress, choices easier through permanent changes in environment, policy, and social networks. Brought to Hawaii which lead to chronic inflammation, associated with

by HMSA, it is an effort for communities to lower health- every major age-related disease. Finding a stress relievcare costs, improve productivity, and boost national recog- ing strategy can reverse disease and give you more energy to continue your day. nition as a great place to live, work and play.

Many traditional health initiatives focus primarily on diet and exercise programs that are right-minded, but rarely 4. 80 Percent Rule “Hara hachi bu” — the Okinawan, 2500-year old sustainable over time. Additionally, they are often narrowly focused on physical health and are put into practice Confucian mantra said before meals reminds them to stop eating when their stomachs are 80 without consideration for existing percent full. The 20 percent gap becommunity engagement programs. Intween not being hungry and feeling stead, Blue Zones Project focuses on full could be the difference between comprehensively changing a commulosing weight or gaining it. nity’s environment so that individuals are nudged into making healthy choic5. Plant Slant es. Blue Zones Project is unique beHaving less meat and more plants is a community-wide cause it takes a systematic approach to on your plate is the standard diet of improving well-being through policy, centenarians. building design, social networks, and the built environment. By optimizing 6. Wine @ 5 our environments — those settings Moderate drinkers have been found where we live, work, learn, and play— to outlive non-drinkers. The trick is to we can make the healthy choice the drink 1-2 glasses per day (preferably easy choice so that we naturally adopt Sardinian Cannonau wine), with healthy behaviors. friends and/or with food.

Blue Zones Project is inspired by research about the regions of the world 7. Belong with the highest concentrations of cenResearch shows that belonging to a tenarians (people who live to be 100 faith-based community and attending years or older). There are five Blue services four times per month will Zones areas: Loma Linda, California; Okinawa, Japan; Nicoya, Costa Rica; Sardinia, Italy; and add 4-14 years to your life.

Ikaria, Greece. Through extensive research, Dan Buettner, a National Geographic fellow, found these areas share nine 8. Family First Successful centenarians put their families first. This common traits that contribute to longevity — we call them means keeping aging parents and grandparents nearby or the Power 9.

The Power 9 are nine common traits that contribute to in the home, committing to a life partner, and investing in their children with time and love. longevity, shared amongst the five Blue Zones areas.

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1. Move Naturally

9. Right Tribe

The world’s longest lived people chose — or were born into — a social circle that supported healthy, likeminded behaviors. Okinawans created “moais” — groups of friends that are committed to each other for life.

For more information, visit www.hawaii.bluezones project.com.

2. Purpose Like us too! @bzpmaui on Facebook and Instagram.

The Okinawans call it “ikigai” and the Nicoyans call it

The world’s longest-lived people don’t run marathons or go to the gym every day. Instead, they live in environments that constantly nudge them into moving without thinking about it. They grow gardens and don’t have mechanical conveniences for house and yard work.

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SENIOR FAIR | AGE OUT LOUD! | SATURDAY, OCT. 28, 2017 Doing so can provide the motivation you need and partners can serve as safety nets should you need assistance completing an exercise or suffer an injury ercise is an important golden years. Seniors who exercise off limits. After component of a want to embrace a healthier discussing their limitations and require medical attention. Personal trainers healthy lifestyle. with their physicians and way of life and get more can serve as your partner, Daily exercise can improve physically active should first developing a safe exercise and many gyms offer mood, promote an active routine, seniors can heed the consult with their physicians discounts to seniors on lifestyle and reduce a following tips to avoid before beginning an personal training services. person’s risk for a host of injury but still get healthy. exercise regimen. Certain ailments, including diabetes medications may limit just Star t slowly. Seniors P ick a p ar tner . Whether and heart disease. how far seniors can push it’s a spouse or a friend who who have not been is physically active or wants physically active for some Despite the importance of themselves, while time should take a gradual preexisting conditions may to be, try exercising with a exercise, many people live approach to exercise. Instead partner, at least initially. sedentary lifestyles into their make specific types of

Seniors and exercise: Tips to avoid injuries, get healthy

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of heading right for the treadmill, exercise bike or elliptical machine, start walking every day. When it rains, find a treadmill you can walk on. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends seniors begin by determining how many steps they can take in a day and then gradually working toward 10,000 to 15,000 steps per day. Utilize step counting apps on your smartphone to track your progress. Apply the same slow approach to strength training exercises, lifting only very light weights at first before gradually increasing weight as your body acclimates to the exercises.

Str etch . Bodies that have been inactive for lengthy

Hospice

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One important note that many people do not realize is that home hospice care is covered by insurance without any co-pay attached.

And if you don’t have insurance, that’s not a barrier to receiving hospice care. Hospice Maui has established the “Hoku Fund,” which helps people who don’t have insurance.

Choosing to stay at the hale does have costs associated with it, but home hospice care has no out-ofpocket costs for the patient.

Ultimately, hospice wants the act of death and dying to become a human experience again. Patients must become proactive — don’t wait until your doctor asks if you are interested. Tell your provider, “I am relying on you to tell me when it’s

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periods of time are inflexible, and lack of flexibility increases your risk for injury. The AAOS recommends that seniors warm up their bodies before stretching with five to 10 minutes of low-intensity activity such as walking.

Then stretch gently, remembering to relax and breathe during each stretch.

Switch th ings u p . When strength training, do not work the same muscle group two days in a row.

Muscles need time to recover. If you prefer circuit strength training where you exercise various muscle groups in one day, do not strength train on back-toback days, leaving at least one day in between strength training sessions so muscles have ample time to recover. time.” You are your own and best advocate.

Don’t wait to call hospice, either. It is never too early to call when you or someone you care for may need hospice care. The earlier you call, the better. Hospice was originally created to set-up care over months, not days.

Remember, by choosing hospice care you are not giving up — you are making a choice.

“Death is sad, but not depressing,” concluded Dr. Long. “It’s uplifting for us to be a part of people’s lives at such a time. We help people support their own unique experience.”

■ For more information about Hospice Maui, Hospice Hale, the bereavement groups’ schedule or any other questions, please visit the website at www. hospicemaui.org, call 244-5555, or email mail@hospicemaui.org.

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Maui County Office on Aging’s Healthy Aging Project

By LORI TSUHAKO

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Wellness Coordinator at the Maui County Office on Aging

id you know that 28 percent of Maui’s older adults are managing their lives with one or more chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, cancer, and high blood pressure?

The Maui County Office on Aging offers these seniors and their caregivers several programs meant to help improve their quality of life.

Better Choices Better Health — Ke Ola Pono — is also known as the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program. These are evidence-based programs where individuals with chronic or on-going medical conditions can learn how to better manage their health conditions and avoid negative long-term health consequences. Evidencebased programs are those that have been researched and proven to be effective.

Better Choices Better Health is a 6 week selfmanagement workshop that was developed and tested

by Stanford University. It does NOT replace prescribed treatment. Instead, the workshop complements and supports medical professional recommended treatment plans. Participants learn skills to help them manage their health conditions and interact with their health care providers.

What makes Better Choices Better Health unique? The once-per-week sessions are highly participative with a lot of peer to peer discussions. The sessions are led by two trained facilitators, one or both of

whom are peers with a chronic health condition themselves. Mutual support from peers and facilitators help to build participants’ confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives.

Joining a Better Choices Better Health class will help you to learn how to carry out your “doctor’s orders” to live healthier and manage your health condition(s). Chronic disease doesn’t have to keep you from enjoying life. Participants will learn techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain and isolation; appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and endurance; appropriate use of medications; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health professions; healthy eating; making informed treatment decisions; and disease related problem solving.

Any adult with a chronic health condition can join the workshop regardless of ethnicity, age or ability to pay. Caregivers are also welcomed and encouraged to attend. To get the most out of the workshop, you should attend all six sessions (2 ½ hours once per week).

Currently the Maui County Office on Aging is able to convene several offerings in Better Choices Better Health. A Chronic Disease Self-Management Program is available to

Better Choices Better Health: Chronic Disease SelfManagement Program

those with chronic conditions. A Diabetes SelfManagement Program is specifically designed for those who have diabetes, and a Cancer Thriving and Surviving Program is offered in partnership with the Pacific Cancer Foundation.

If you have a chronic health condition or are a

caregiver for someone who has a chronic health condition and are interested in Better Choices Better Health, please contact Lori Tsuhako, Wellness Coordinator at the Maui County Office on Aging at (808) 463-3166 or by email at loriann.tsuhako@co.maui. hi.us.

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We work with your physician to provide skilled care in the comfort of your own home when an injury or illness prevent you from leaving home. Care is provided by medical professionals, and is less expensive, more convenient and just as effective as care you would receive in a hospital or skilled nursing home.

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