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─Photo courtesy Jackson Schools A screenshot of a YouTube video produced by Jackson School District administrators to bring a message of hope during the current challenging period of self-confinement and remote learning. By Bob Vosseller JACKSON - School a d m i n ist r ator s a nd instructors have had a chal le ng i ng t i me with the cur rent school closu re a nd remote learning, but they decided they also needed to provide a lesson in hope for the community as well. That lesson came
in the form of a fastpaced, fun-filled video shot around school facilities as inspiration to not only school staff and students but for parents and residents of Jackson to let them know that things will get better. The effort was led by Jackson Liber t y High School Principal
Geoff Brignola, who was also the lead singer. The group dropped a video with new lyrics to a song entitled “ It’s NOT t he End of the World as We Know It,” riffing off the R.E.M. song of the opposite sentiment. Brignola said, “we were working hard to get our students the
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t o ol s t hey ne e d e d , and we took a moment to convey the most impor tant lesson of all - which is that we are here for them and that everything is going to be okay. Letting them know in a lighthearted way seemed to work - the response was amazing.” (Video - See Page 7)
Local Man 3-D Prints Masks For Doctors
By Chris Lundy TOMS R I V ER – W henever there’s a big problem, everyday people often step up to the challenge. Wherever COVID-19 has struck, there has been a shor t age of personal protective equipment for fi rst responders. Globally, the story is the same:
as the numbers of infected rise, so does the demand for masks, gowns, and other necessities among the medical community. Township resident Er ic Mewe ng k a ng, is part of a group of people who have been using their 3-D printers to make masks for medical professionals.
T hese ma sk s a re a plastic shield that drops down from the forehead and creates a kind of splash guard for the wearer. They are not to be confused with the N95 respirator masks that look like su rgical masks and filter out particles from the air. His group is made up
of people from all over the world. There are about 8-10 people who collectively print about 200 masks a day. A 3-D printer builds an object one layer at a time until it’s complete. In this case, it is literally building a plastic object one tiny layer at a time until it’s real. The printer
is told what to make by giving it a design fi le. That fi le is open source, meaning that people share the file and make changes to it to fit people’s needs. They might get feedback like “it’s too tight on the straps,” and then they make the necessary adjustments. He
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School Budget Includes $56 Tax Hike
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Even with the Township Council coming to the school district’s fiscal rescue with a sizeable transfer in funds, the district’s proposed spending plan includes a raise in taxes as well as some deep cuts in programs. The Board of Education recently introduced a tentative budget that supports its curriculum but requires a number of cuts due to the funds it lost because of the state’s S-2 school funding formula. Superintendent Stephen Genco has been an outspoken critic of the S-2 formula, which redistributed money away from districts like Jackson because they were down enrollment. He has been involved in efforts to have Governor Phil Murphy and Senate President Steve Sweeney’s approved state funding formula reviewed. “This is the hardest budget I have worked on in many, many years. When you lose $3.6 million over two years, and are now losing another $3.5 million this year, it becomes impossible to handle without feeling the pain,” Genco said. The Current Proposed Budget The total school tax rate under this tentative budget is $1.390 per $100 of assessed home value, which is an increase of .0171 cents from the previous year’s budget. It will cost the average homeowner approximately $56 more per year in school taxes, based on the average home assessment of $328,520, as provided by the tax assessor’s office. The $152,661,707 tentative budget is up a total of .76 percent from the previous school budget. The general fund tax levy is increasing by 2 percent, or $1,723,423. The district will receive $44,291,564 in state aid, which is a reduction by $3,281,504 from last year. This will be Genco’s last budget as he is retiring as superintendent on July 1. He noted that the district’s position would have been even more dire if the Township Council had not voted on March 24 to utilize $1 million in surplus funds to help
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Bill Would Fix Sandy Problems Made Worse By COVID-19 From The Desk Of
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Chris Smith WASHINGTON, D.C. As Jersey Shore residents, businesses and towns face a whirlwind of economic upheaval at the hands the growing coronavirus outbreak, Rep. Chris Smith (R-4th) renewed his fight for victims still struggling financially from Superstorm Sandy as a result of the federal government’s unfair implementation of “assistance” programs established after the 2012 superstorm. Smith’s legislation, intro-
duced Friday with co-sponsor Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-2nd) who also represents Jersey Shore towns, mandates forgiveness of certain Community Disaster Loans (CDL) secured by NJ municipalities from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help with Sandy recovery. It also addresses the lingering “duplication of benefit” problem by removing Small Business Administration (SBA) loans as a disqualifier for
people who sought and/or received federal money via Homeowner Reconstruction, Rehabilitation, Elevation and Mitigation (RREM) grants to help them recover in the wake of Sandy. “These two Sandy-era programs should be fixed so that our towns and residents - many now out of work can focus on the crisis at hand,” said Smith. “As the second highest impact area for coronavirus, we need to meet the demands going forward. Instead of pressuring our towns, the federal government needs to accept responsibility for its past mistakes and work with us to address the future.” Smith’s bill, the “Equity for Disaster Victims Act of 2020,” HR 6454, would fully
forgive the CDL loans towns took when devastated by Superstorm Sandy. Recently, FEMA has pressed municipalities to start repaying the loans despite the clear and original expectation that the loans could be repaid slowly, overtime and probably forgiven. “As originally assured, the payments on the old Community Disaster Loans should be fully waived and fully forgiven,” Smith said. “Now is not the time to pressure our communities and demand difficult payments.” Smith’s bill also includes a provision to amend existing law and clarify that an SBA loan is not a “duplication of benefit” or a reason to disqualify a grant applicant, provided that all federal as-
sistance is used toward a loss suffered in a major disaster or emergency. “The faulty ‘duplication of benefit’ policy was partially abolished in 2018,” Smith said. “My bill will make it clear that the regulations established in 2018 also apply to disasters dating to 2011, including Superstorm Sandy, thereby short-circuiting any federal effort to take back or ‘clawback’ grants given to people who had already received an SBA loan.” Smith said the bill should also potentially help those who were denied a grant during the application process because of a previous SBA loan, in light of reports that the state RREM program still has money. “If the money is there, our
people who applied for a grant and were initially rejected because of the loan should be first in line,” Smith said. “First and foremost, we must eliminate the bias in federal policy and then work together to provide funds for those who were wrongly denied.” Smith has introduced similar legislation to eliminate the duplication of benefits in three previous Congresses (2016, 2017 and 2019). He said he will stay at it until justice is done for the victims of Superstorm Sandy. Smith also said he will be pressing leaders in both parties in Congress to add his bill to the next coronavirus relief package as a way to expedite financial relief due to those still suffering from previous disasters.
Booker: FEMA Should Develop National Ventilator Database
WASHI NGTON, D.C. – In a let ter add ressed to the head of the FEMA Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) urged FEMA to create a
national database of existing U.S. ventilator supply that is accessible to states as well as a distribution program to immediately get ventilators to the areas that need them the most.
While plans for increased production of ventilators that will be available in the future is a positive development, those efforts will not help the states like New Jersey that need
ventilators now. “I write today to urge you to immediately develop and implement a nationwide ventilator database and distribution program. Doing so will help us send these devices to where they are needed, when they are needed, and inevitably save countless lives,” Senator Booker urged. “As the leader of the newly-established Supply Chain Stabilization Task Force at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), you are no doubt aware that our nation is facing a critical shortage of ventilators. Today, many health systems throughout the country are very close to
reaching their ventilator capacity. These systems have been war ni ng for weeks that as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise, there will be an insufficient supply of ventilators for every patient who will need one. In anticipation of this, many health systems and states are preparing ventilator allocation guidelines.[1] This is a national shame that should be felt deeply by our government, but it should also ignite immediate action. “I urge you to use the information collected by F EM A t o c reat e a d atabase that illuminates where the vent ilator supply is throughout the cou nt r y and where the
greatest ventilator needs are. Using this database, FEM A should im mediately distribute all of the ventilators in the federal supply to the states that need them now. FEMA should also use this information to work with states and health systems to voluntarily redistribute some ve nt i lat or s f rom areas where they are not being used currently to areas that need them now. In coordination with other federal agencies, FEMA should arrange to transport ventilators to where they are needed and ensure the volunteering entities that ventilators will be sent back to them as necessary,” Senator Booker continued.
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Continued From Page 1 As of April 1, the video had nearly 26,000 views on the district’s YouTube Channel, which can be found at jacksontelevision.com. Early on during the process district administrators pulled together some footage of how they were spending the first few days of remote learning - getting Chromebooks to students, organizing lessons, and showing off their song re-writing skills. While Brignola spearheaded the project, video technology teachers Harry Ferone and Ethan Noble put it together using footage submitted from work being done in different buildings that were mostly empty, as per the guidelines. All dist r ict pr incipals and Superintendent of Schools Stephen Genco are featured doing various tasks from getting Chromebooks ready, to driving f loor cleaners, to washing their hands and dancing. “In the midst of all that was going on to get our students prepared for remote learning, to have this video go out with that message was truly genius,” School Superintendent Stephen Genco said. “It was born out of a true desire to convey hope and security, and a little bit of humor into a very serious situation, and our community loved it.” After the district e-mailed it out, responses came back thanking the staff for creating a positive vibe during a stressful time. “This was fantastic! My first grader really loved her pr i ncipal and vice principal f lossing,” wrote Switlik parent Jennifer Morello in a response to the district e-mail. “Thank you for the uplifting video! Jackson is the best!” “The collaboration, cooperation and spirit of teamwork among parents, staff and kids has been remarkable,” Genco said. “Some principals have been calling kids on their birthdays. Teachers are adapting and thriving in this new environ ment. St udents are utilizing
The Jackson Times, April 11, 2020, Page 7 varied methods to learn. Food service workers and transportation staff helping to ensure food continuity for eligible families. It has truly brought out the best in all of us. “This is unchartered territory for all of us, and as time goes on we will keep adding ways we can all adapt and excel,” Genco said. “K nowing what I know about the caliber of staff and students and families in our district, I have full confidence in our ability to get through this together.” School Dist r ict Com mu n icat ion s Manager Allison Erwin said, “district students will be continuing along with their remote learning plans until further notice and until the state makes a determination that it is safe for schools to reopen.” “Until then, the district will continue to communicate with families and will continue to work to meet students’ needs,” Erwin added. The district’s Remote Learning Plans are located on the district website at Jacksonsd.org/rlp. COVID-19 updates can be found at jacksonsd.org/covid19. The district is encouraging families to visit both of those pages for information, which includes links and resources for different kind of supports that are available, including technological, economic and social emotional supports. The district has also launched a separate TechToolKit page to help parents, teachers and students understand ways to adapt in a remote learning environment. That address is jacksonsd.org/ techtoolkit. “During times of crisis it is important for all of our staff and families to know that we are here for them and that there are places they can go for help,” said Assistant Superintendent of Schools Nicole Pormilli. “From help with how to understand how to use their child’s Google account, to links for Department of Labor information, to tips and activities to keep themselves and their child healthy from a social emotional standpoint - there are some great resources on there.”
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Continued From Page 1 preserve certain elements of the district’s programs and services. The Original Tentative Budget Cut Deeper Before the council moved to transfer those surplus funds, the district’s tentative budget included numerous losses such as: class sizes that would increase in ever y school; greatly diminished staffing for interventionists, who serve educationally at-risk students; ending all before- and after-school enrichment programs; and eliminating all freshmen sports. “After having made so many other reductions and cuts, those losses would have forever altered the course of our instruction for next year, and years to come,’’ Genco said. “We are so grateful to the Township for stepping in and helping ensure that Jackson students do not lose these vital supports, programs and opportunities.” Mayor Michael Reina expressed during the March 24 council meeting that the funding losses being experienced by the district are “atrocious and the programs and services that were on the chopping block would have been devastating. “There’s a state law that allows us to help the district offset some of these losses, and we followed it to do what we could to help,’’ Reina said. “Through sound financial responsibility in Jackson, we are in a position to help our school district continue to provide the needed programs. During times like this we are not the township and the district, we are one Jackson.” Even with the township’s suppor t, the district’s tentative budget will still include reductions in positions, including in the area of administration, across-the-board reductions in all budget
areas and the elimination of all capital improvement projects except for those included in an Energy Savings Improvement Program (ESIP) that will provide energy savings. The spending plan maintains current investments in curriculum and technology, but does not allow the district to make needed capital improvements or significant curricular advancements. “This is a very lean budget,’’ Genco said. “There is no way around that. If the funding cuts we are experiencing under S-2 continue, it’s only going to get worse.’’ Virtual School Budget Hearing To Be Held The tentative budget was introduced on March 18 and remains a work in progress until the public hearing on the proposed budget on April 29. The district is in the process of arranging to hold a virtual meeting in keeping with social distancing requirements due to COVID-19. It will release full details of how the public may participate in this public meeting after spring break. All school district budget documents and information are available on the district website at jacksonsd.org. Transfer Of Funds Covered By A State Statute The transfer of the funds from the tow nsh ip to t he dist r ict is allowed under a provision in State Statute 40: 48-17.1, which allows a municipality that has some surplus revenue to apply that revenue for school purposes. The statute states: “...the governing body may, in its discretion, by resolution adopted at a regular or special meeting thereof, authorize the transfer of and cause to be transferred all or any such part of unappropriated surplus revenue (Budget - See Page 9)
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Continued From Page 8 or unappropriated anticipated receipts as the governing body shall deem advisable to the board of education of the school district of the municipality.” The Township Council voted unanimously at its March 24 meeting to approve the transfer of the funds. “As a community, we take pride in the quality education provided in our town, and the positive impact that reputation has on property values in Jackson,’’ Council President Barry Calogero said. “We are proud to make a significant investment in our children, our future. We are incredibly fortunate to share a collaborative, respectful relationship with our township officials,’’ Genco said. “We are proud of our shared services and also our shared philosophy that all decisions must be made with all taxpayers and all stakeholders in mind.”
The Jackson Times, April 11, 2020, Page 9 B a t t l e C o n t i n u e s To “ S ave O u r Schools” Genco said the district will continue to battle for changes to this school funding formula, which he said is categorically unfair to Jackson given the district’s level of ef f iciency a nd responsible spending. He said the district is part of the SOS or Save our Schools coalition and is also involved in a lawsuit to try to force a change in this law. Among the district’s arguments are: The district spends below the state average and is efficient and responsible with the monies entrusted by the taxpayers of Jackson. It is not “overfunded.” The district wants the state to freeze the implementation of this school funding law so that the true impact to districts like Jackson can be understood and corrected. The district wants a task force to address the f laws of the school funding formula, so it can be applied fairly to all.
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one’s home, rather than a quality-controlled factory where they would be tested. However, doctors and nurses from these hospitals have reached out to him directly for masks, and he drops them off outside the hospitals and medical offices. “Doctors are saying ‘We’re at home making masks out of shower curtains and clothes,’” he said. Others have told him that they share a mask, washing it in between uses. “They’re better than nothing,” he said. Hobbytown in Toms River donated some of the raw material. Others are donating cash to help him make more. If you are interested in donating, visit gofundme. com/f/funds-to-make-ampdonate-3dprinted-face-shields
Ocean County Arc Needs Face Masks, Isolation Gowns And Gloves By Bob Vosseller LAKEWOOD - The Arc, Ocean County Chapter is seeking public support in their effort to collect 10,000 face masks, isolation gowns and gloves for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities and direct support professionals. Arc Executive Director Laura Williams said, “we realize we need to remain proactive for the safety of our staff and the individuals we serve amid the COVID-19 crisis.” The Department of Health is recommending universal masking for healthcare workers and The Arc, Ocean County Chapter is voluntarily following those guidelines. The Arc is in search of protective face masks, not necessarily the N95 masks reserved for hospitals. Williams added, “we have already teamed up with Sew to Stop who are mobilizing sewers in the tri-state area.” “We are hopeful we receive the 10,000 masks we need for a 30-day supply for our staff and residents very soon,” Williams said.
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The majority of you reading this column either wear hearing aids or know someone who does. By the time this column goes to print, there could be over 10,000 cases of the COVID-19 virus in New Jersey. All of us really need to practice social distancing and just stay home. The peak of COVID-19 cases may not occur for several weeks and this “invisible enemy” can attack all ages, although our senior population is significantly at risk. According to a recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine, SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can live in the air and on surfaces between several hours and several days. The study found that the virus is viable for up to 72 hours on plastics, 48 hours on stainless steel, 24 hours on cardboard, and 4 hours on copper. It is also detectable in the air for three hours. I’ve been an Audiologist for over 30 years and I’ve never experienced anything like this. However, my staff and I are here to help anyone who is suffering from hearing loss and can’t communicate with their loved ones because they’re hearing aid stopped working. In these times of social isolation, it’s imperative that we communicate with our loved ones. We need that connection for psychosocial and cognitive reasons. So... what are the steps you can take if your hearing aid just stopped working? • Replace the battery and wait at least three minutes before you close the battery door. If you have a rechargeable hearing aid, make sure the charger is plugged in and the lights are blinking green. Some chargers need to be reset and that button is usually on the underside of the charger. • If you are wearing a hearing aid that has a dome that inserts into your ear, replace that dome and remove the white filter inside the receiver. If you have replacement filters, replace the old filter. If you don’t know how to replace the filter, take a “pin” and carefully pop off the filter. Hearing aids can function without a filter. If you don’t have extra domes,
remove the dome and clean it with soap and warm water, let it dry and put the dome back on the receiver. • Always use a soft dry toothbrush to clean the dome every day. If you’re wearing a custom hearing aid (only goes into the ear…nothing behind the ear), you should be cleaning the “white” filter daily and if the hearing aid is not working, remove the filter. Again, if you have replacement filters, replace the old one. If you don’t, leave the filter out. • If you’re wearing a traditional BTE (behind-the-ear) hearing aid with an earmold, it is more than likely that your “tubing” is blocked with wax. In many cases, the tubing needs to be replaced. This creates a big problem since 99% of our offices are closed. In the short term, I would remove the tubing from the “ear hook” of the hearing aid, and run very warm water through the tubing or even hydrogen peroxide. In addition, if you have a “pipe cleaner” run this wire completely through the ear mold. Please let everything dry out before putting the tubing back on the BTE ear hook. • If you have hearing aids that are connected to an APP on your smart phone, remember the hearing aids are still operational whether you lose connection with your APP. Your hearing healthcare provider can provide you with technical support phone numbers from all of the major hearing aid manufacturers. They will help you reconnect your hearing instruments to your APP. Hopefully these trouble shooting steps will be helpful in rectifying your hearing aid issue. If not, contact your hearing healthcare professional and leave them a message. In my practice, we are checking messages on a daily basis and returning calls. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to directly email me at ikirsh@gardenstatehearing. com or 732-818-3610. Please stay healthy, stay home, practice social distancing and I promise you there will be a bright light at the end of the tunnel. All the Best! Dr. Izzy
His offices are in Toms River, Whiting, and Manahawkin. He can be reached at 732-276-1011 or via Web site at gardenstatehearing.com. Dr. Izzy & Staff gives Retirement Community Talks!
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H ERE ’ S T O Y OUR H EALTH Dear Pharmacist Suzy Cohen, R. Ph.
Cooking Oils Are Not All Good For You
By Suzy Cohen, R. Ph. Do you whip up delicious meals without measuring a single thing? The oil you use in your kitchen can make or break your dish. Did you know that some oils are harmful? Did you know that fried chicken or French fries often use “hydrogenated” oils, which increase your risk of diabetes, heart attack, obesity and cancer? Some “partially hydrogenated” oils are even derived from soybean oil, discussed below. What’s in your kitchen? Good oils that are high in Monounsaturated fats: Olive oil – Excellent source of antioxidants, polyphenols and essential fatty acids. It supports cardiovascular health and blood pressure. Coconut oil – I’m referring to the unheated, unrefined, virgin coconut oil, which is healthy raw, or baked; don’t use super high heat. Please avoid “hydrogenated coconut oil,” this is man-made and contains trans fats. Almond – A source of natural vitamin E, it has even less saturated fat than olive oil. Almond contains monounsaturated fat (like olive oil). Almond oil goes rancid easily, so store it in a dark cabinet. Good oils that are High in Omega 3 fatty acids: Hemp – This unrefined oil has a good amount of Gamma Linolenic acid (GLA), which is considered a healthy omega 6 that may relieve PMS and skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Flax – A fragile oil that shouldn’t be heated. It’s good to make salad dressings with. Refrigerate the oil. Too much may be goitrogenic (suppress iodine absorption) so avoid consuming high dose supplements for
extended periods of time. A little oil on your salad should be fine though. Tea seed – This is one of my favorite oils because you can use it at high temperatures, the flavor is mild and it contains antioxidants like vitamin E. It has both omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. Do not confuse tea seed oil with the essential oil of “tea tree,” which cannot be ingested. Bad oils that are high in Saturated fats or Trans Fats: Canola or Rapeseed – Some of you think this is a “healthy” oil because it’s very low in saturated fat and like olive oil, it’s high in monounsaturated fat. However, hexane is used as a chemical solvent to extract canola oil from the seeds, and pesticides are sometimes used. Bleaching too. It’s used for baking or stir-fry. Margarine – This is a man-made chemical, do I need to say anything else? Bad oils that are high in Omega 6, which can increase inflammation: Corn – It’s hard to find a non GMO version of this, unless it specifically says “organic” and plus, it may be bleached. Corn oil increases “oxidized” or bad cholesterol. Cooks (not me) recommend it for high heat. Soybean – This is another oil that’s heavily refined and often genetically modified (GMO). Soy plants are somewhat toxic to humans, you didn’t know? Soybean oil, milk and tofu contain a lectin called PHG, short for phytohemagglutinin. PHG may interfere with digestion, affect memory and make your blood cells stick together (like clot). People use soybean oil for stir-fry because of the high smoke point. Read your supplement bottles, soybean oil is used in many dietary supplements.
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Alzheimer’s Disease and Physical Therapy By: Elise Pavlick, DPT
WHAT IS ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting one in eight Americans over the age of 65. Dementia is a general term for a variety of conditions that develop as a result of malfunctioning nerve cells in the brain. Research has shown that individuals with Alzheimer’s disease tend to develop abnormal structures in the brain, called plaques and tangles, that block communication between nerve cells in the brain and body. Plaques build up in the spaces in between nerve cells, and consist of a protein called betaamyloid. Tangles are described as a collection of twisted fibers made from a different protein, called tau, that develop inside nerve cells rather than in between them. Because the nerve cells are unable to work properly, individuals can experience a variety of cognitive, behavioral, and physical symptoms. Alzheimer’s disease is progressive, meaning that is worsens over time, and although there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease, medication and physical activity can be helpful in slowing its progression. WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS? The most common symptom of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease is difficulty remembering newly learned information. As we age, it is common to experience occasional memory loss or slowed thinking; however, serious memory difficulties and confusion are signs that the brain is not working exactly as it should. As the disease progresses, individuals tend to experience mood and behavior changes, increased confusion about time and place, disorientation, and difficulty responding to the demands in their environment. Physical symptoms accompany cognitive changes, particularly muscle disuse, difficulty walking, negotiating turns and obstacles, and loss of balance. HOW CAN PHYSICAL THERAPY HELP? The physical symptoms mentioned above ultimately increase an individual’s risk of falling, which can possibly lead to serious injury. Research has shown the importance of physical activity for overall well-being. During a physical therapy evaluation, a licensed physical
therapist evaluates various components of the body in order to determine impairments that may be contributing to a patient’s symptoms. From there, an individualized exercise program is created to meet the specific needs of each patient. A supervised exercise program, with the goal of increasing muscle strength and improving balance, will ultimately lead to improved safety awareness and decrease a patient’s fall risk. The following are important aspects that are addressed in each exercise program, as deemed appropriate by a physical therapist: STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, individuals tend to become more sedentary, which leads to muscles becoming weak and tight. This is predominantly true for the muscles of the hips and legs. The lower extremity muscles are very important for standing and walking, so as they become weak, it becomes particularly difficult to perform daily tasks and ambulate, or walk around. Physical therapy can help break this cycle by developing a safe strengthening and flexibility program to improve muscle performance. As an individual’s strength starts to improve, exercises may be altered or advanced to further maximize strength gains. GAIT TRAINING In addition to developing an exercise program, a physical therapist will evaluate and determine the most appropriate assistive device for each patient in order to provide safe ambulation. The most common assistive devices are rolling walkers, single point canes, and quad canes. The physical therapist will educate and train the patient on how to correctly use his/her assistive device during ambulation. If unsafe ambulation is identified during the initial evaluation, subsequent treatment sessions will consist of gait training, in order to maximize safety awareness. As quality of gait improves, the patient will be challenged to negotiate obstacles and ambulate on various surfaces, in order to simulate real life situations. Continued practice will eventually lead to improved safety awareness during community ambulation and while performing daily tasks. BALANCE Along with safe ambulation, balance is by far one of the
most important aspects of minimizing an individual’s fall risk. Balance can be divided into two components: static and dynamic. Static balance refers to an individual’s ability to maintain balance while in a still position, whether that be while seated or standing. Dynamic balance refers to maintaining balance while moving. Both static and dynamic balance are addressed during physical therapy by simulating tasks that individual’s experience in their daily lives. These tasks include reaching, stepping onto and off of various pliable surfaces, and negotiating obstacles while walking. This is a great opportunity to not only challenge balance, but also memory, as the patient will need to follow directions and remember multi-step commands. By challenging balance in various ways, the body is better able to adapt and learn how to respond safely and appropriately during real life situations. WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU FINISH PHYSICAL THERAPY? All of the factors addressed during physical therapy work together to improve overall function and safety. Once an individual has achieved his/her goals and is ready to be discharged, the physical therapist will provide the patient with a home exercise program so that the gains made during physical therapy can be maintained. Physical therapy can provide the tools for success, however it is up to the individual to use the information he/she has learned to continue to maximize safety and functional mobility! ELISE PAVLICK, DPT Elise graduated from the University of Delaware in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology and a minor in Disabilities Studies. She continued her education at the University of Delaware where she earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in January 2014. While at UD, she and a few classmates were chosen to present their case study, The Use of EMG Biofeedback as a Treatment for Facial Paralysis Secondary to Bell’s Palsy, at APTA’s Combined Sections Meeting. Elise has clinical experience in a variety of settings, including inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, outpatient orthopedics, and pediatric rehabilitation.
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AROUND THE JERSEY SHORE Virtual Programming Offered At YMCA
By Chris Lundy TOMS RIVER – Although so many activities are now canceled, the YMCA here is offering virtual programming. Yoga and fitness classes are online, as well as story time and book/crochet club. If interested, visit either ocymca.org or the Ocean County YMCA’s Facebook page (@ OCYMCA) to get started. “At the Y, we are committed to ensuring social distancing does not become social isolation,” said Peter Rosario, President and CEO of the Ocean County YMCA. “During these unprecedented times, we have created virtual content through Zoom, YouTube and Facebook Live to continue engaging with members and promote healthy living.” This is all part of its #StayingWithUs initiative. Some of the content being produced online promotes physical activity and S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) projects for kids to complement their at-home schooling. “Developing activities and exercise for children and families to share is changing outcomes and creating new ways to educate and promote fitness at home,” said Michael P. Ritacco, Board of Directors Chair of the Ocean County YMCA. “We would like to extend our gratitude to the Grunin Foundation for providing us with access to Zoom accounts so that we are able to offer virtual programming to the community,” said Rosario. Carol, a member of the Ocean County YMCA, recently said, “You have no idea what it means to us that we can still see each other’s faces. We need to thank you so much for thinking and caring for all of us in this creative way.” The YMCA is also a contact point for a lot of local residents, and the organization has been using that contact to make sure
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Tips For Fire Safety Around The Home JERSEY SHORE - As the public largely remains at home in response to COVID-19, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) urges added caution around home fire safety in the days and weeks ahead. According to NFPA, cooking, heating, and electrical equipment are among the leading causes of home fires year-round. “We already see the majority of fires happening in homes,” said Lorraine
Carli, vice president of Outreach and Advocacy at NFPA. “As people spend much more time at home and engage in activities that significantly contribute to the home fire problem, it’s critical that they recognize where potential hazards exist and what they can do to prevent fires.” Cooking is the leading cause of home fires and is responsible for nearly half (49 percent) of all reported home fires involving cooking equipment.
Moreover, unattended cooking is the leading cause of home cooking fires, meaning that home cooking fires occur most often when people aren’t keeping a close eye on what they’re cooking. “As many households are now dealing with unusual routines and out-of-the-ordinary circumstances, such as kids home from school and parents working from home, there’s greater potential for distracted cooking,” said Carli.
NFPA statistics show that heating equipment is the second-leading cause of home fires, resulting in an average of 52,050 home fires each year. Electrical distribution or lighting equipment is involved in an annual average of 35,100 home fires. “For much of the country, heating systems are still in use and in many cases, for more hours than usual,” said Carli. “In addition, with everyone at home, people may be using the same outlets to charge phones, laptops and other digital equipment, which also presents a fire hazard.” With these concerns in mind, NFPA reminds the public to use best practices for staying fire-safe during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond: Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, boiling, grilling, or broiling food. If you leave the kitchen for even a short period of time, turn off the stove. If you are simmering, baking, or roasting food, check it regularly, remain in the home while food is cooking, and use a timer to remind you that you are cooking. Keep anything that can catch fire - oven mitts, wooden utensils, food packaging, towels or curtains - away from your stovetop. Make sure all handles are turned inward, away from where someone can grab a hot handle or tip a pan over. Be on alert. If you are sleepy or have consumed alcohol, refrain from using the stove or stovetop. If you have young children in your home, create a “kid-free zone” of at least 3 feet (1 meter) around the stove and areas where hot food or drink is prepared or carried. These tips have to do with heating systems: Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from heating equipment, like the furnace, fireplace, wood stove, or portable space heater. Have a 3 foot (1 meter) “kid-free zone” around open fires and space heaters. Never use your oven to heat your home. Remember to turn portable heaters off when leaving the room or going to bed. Always use the right kind of fuel, specified by the manufacturer, for fuel burning space heaters. Install and maintain carbon monoxide (CO) alarms to avoid the risk of CO poisoning. If you smell gas in your gas heater, do not light the appliance. Leave the home immediately and call your local fire department or gas company. These tips have to do with preventing electrical fires: When charging smartphones and other digital devices, only use the charging cord that came with the device. Do not charge a device under your pillow, on your bed or on a couch. Only use one heat-producing appliance (such as a coffee maker, toaster, space heater, etc.) plugged into a receptacle outlet at a time. Major appliances (refrigerators, dryers, washers, stoves, air conditioners, microwave ovens, etc.) should be plugged directly into a wall receptacle outlet. Extension cords and plug strips should not be used. Check electrical cords to make sure they are not running across doorways or under carpets. Extension cords are intended for temporary use. Use a light bulb with the right number of watts. There should be a sticker that indicates the right number of watts. In addition, smoke alarms should be located on every level of the home, in each bedroom, and near all sleeping areas. Test them monthly to make sure they’re working. NFPA also strongly encourages households develop and practice a home escape plan to ensure that everyone knows what to do in a fire and can escape quickly and safely. For a wealth of NFPA resources and information on home fire safety, visit nfpa.org/Public-Education.
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Omarr’s Astrological Forecast For the week of APR 11 - apr 17
By Jeraldine Saunders
ARIES (March 21-April 19): You enjoy being part of the crowd but may want to stand out in it as well. If you’re rebellious, your behavior might create some irritations. Don’t take too many undue risks in the week ahead, as you might upset a valuable relationship. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When you sparkle brightly, you might be dazzling. The urge to mingle and socialize is strong in the early part of the week, but this might annoy someone who expects your undivided attention. Steer clear of dangerous hobbies. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Participating in group meetings, events and outings can bring you closer to people who will help you do better in business or in your job. Focus on creative endeavors, entertainments and hobbies during the earliest part of the week. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Peace and serenity might reign supreme on the home front as this week begins. A loved one might bring a little excitement into your life that puts an end to any boredom, but it could cause you a few worries. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Excellent communication can glue you and a partner together and help the two of you withstand minor disagreements. In the upcoming week, focus on maintaining a happy home life and put job-related ambitions on the back burner. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You might stumble on something that fits your wants and needs perfectly in the beginning of the week. You may make a rewarding purchase that satisfies your need
for beautiful possessions and makes fiscal sense, too. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Take your own weather to the picnic. Your cheerful, enthusiastic attitude can turn every frown upside down in the upcoming week. Get a handshake ready because you might meet people who will become bosom buddies. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A passing comment can set you off on a research project as this week begins. Lofty social issues may preoccupy your busy mind, but a loved one might demand a bigger chunk of your time and interrupt your studies. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): A loved one or partner might offer suggestions that help you attain your financial ambitions. Take advantage of someone’s wise guidance in the first part of the week, but be sure to stash away some money for a rainy day. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Enjoy having free time on your hands and better luck than usual in the first part of the week. A romantic interlude might bring pleasant surprises, but by the end of the week you’ll be more passionate about material success. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You may end up getting burned if you make a big change too soon. Family issues can cause a brief period of agitation. Relax and let things come to you as this week begins and you should be satisfied with the results. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A partner may focus almost exclusively on money and budgets, but you understand that it’s just their way of showing love and affection.Avoid making new contacts in the early part of the week when you aren’t at your best.
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wolfgang puck’s kitchen Rustic Soup Brings Back Warm Family Memories By Wolfgang Puck I first learned to cook in a kitchen ruled by two strong, loving women: my mother and grandmother. They were both amazing cooks, and all these years later my mouth still waters when I think about the food they prepared. They weren’t fancy about our daily food. Though they both knew how to prepare the finest traditional Austrian dishes, they ran our home smartly and frugally. They grew most of their own vegetables, relying largely on fresh produce straight from our home garden along with smart pantry staples. Among their most reliable staples were dried beans. Of course, they grew most of the beans they used. I remember scarlet runner beans that they let dry on the vines in the summer sun before shelling and storing them. There were white beans like cannellini, too, since we lived so close to the Italian border. And I’m sure they bought more beans at local street markets. For such an inexpensive ingredient, dried beans provide generous flavor and texture, not to mention abundant healthy nutrients such as B vitamins, potassium, complex carbohydrates and fiber, along with good amounts of protein but little fat and no cholesterol. More than just a great accompaniment, they’re robust and flavorful enough to serve as a main dish in their own right. Take, for example, my recipe for white bean soup with root vegetables. With generous quantities of root vegetables, a little bacon for extra flavor (though vegetarians and vegans could leave that out), and optional garnishes of sliced cooked sausage and freshly grated Parmesan (also easy to omit for those who don’t eat meat or dairy), it’s definitely a soup that adds up to a meal in itself. With very little effort on your part, my recipe - which you can make with any variety of dried white beans - yields a generous quantity: 3 quarts (3 liters), the equivalent of a dozen 1-cup (250-mL) servings. So, unless you’re feeding a crowd, you can refrigerate or freeze leftovers to reheat for later. Add some warm, crusty bread, a salad of flavorful leaves like kale, arugula or endive, or just a simple slaw of shredded cabbage and carrots, and you have a perfectly satisfying dinner. It’s the sort of meal that will make you feel as if you’re dining by the fireplace. Once you’ve made the soup a few times, feel free to start experimenting. Use different kinds of beans, vegetables and seasonings. Add a smoked ham hock or turkey leg, if you like. In other words, make the recipe your own, reflecting whatever you have available that’s in season. In other words, cook like my mother and grandmother did. WHITE BEAN SOUP WITH ROOT VEGETABLES Makes 3 quarts (3 L) 2 cups (500 mL) dried white beans 1/4 cup (60 mL) extra-virgin olive oil 2 1/2 quarts (2.5 L) store-bought good-quality low-sodium chicken stock or broth, or vegetable stock or broth
2 ounces (60 g) smoked bacon, about 3 slices, cut crosswise into strips 2 medium yellow onions, peeled, trimmed, and diced 2 large carrots, trimmed, peeled, and diced 2 small celery stalks, trimmed and diced 1 small bulb celeriac, peeled and diced 6 large garlic cloves, peeled and chopped 1/4 cup (60 mL) tomato paste 1 large tomato, about 8 ounces (250 g), peeled, seeded, and chopped 2 or 3 large fresh basil leaves 2 or 3 sprigs fresh Italian parsley 1 sprig fresh thyme 1 sprig fresh rosemary 1/3 cup (85 mL) sherry wine vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar Kosher salt Freshly ground white pepper Sliced cooked sausage, for garnish, optional Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish, optional Start prepping the beans the night before. Little by little, spread them out on a clean work surface and sort out any grit or other debris or malformed beans. Put the beans in a strainer, and rinse thoroughly with cold running water. Then, transfer them to a bowl, add cold water to cover them by at least 2 inches (5 cm), and leave at room temperature to soak overnight. Start cooking the soup at least 3 hours before serving time, first draining the beans thoroughly. Heat a large stockpot over medium heat, and add the olive oil. Add the bacon strips and cook, stirring frequently, until they have browned lightly, several minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove and discard the bacon. In another pot, bring the stock or broth to a boil over medium-high heat; then, reduce the heat and keep warm. While the stock is heating, add the onions, carrots, celery and celeriac to the pot containing the oil and bacon fat, and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until they begin to turn tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, chopped tomato and drained beans. With kitchen string, securely tie together the basil, parsley, thyme and rosemary. Add the bundle to the pot along with the vinegar and sugar. Pour in the hot stock or broth, and stir well. Season lightly with salt and white pepper. Raise the heat, and bring the liquid to a full boil. Then reduce the heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, and adding more stock or fresh water as needed to keep the beans fully covered. When the beans are tender, remove and discard the herb bundle. Ladle out 2 cups (500 mL) of the beans and vegetables and puree them in a blender or food processor, carefully following the manufacturer’s instructions for processing hot liquids safely without spattering. Stir the puree back into the pot. Taste and adjust the seasonings with more salt and pepper. To serve, ladle the soup into heated bowls. If you like, garnish with sausage and Parmesan cheese.
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