A publication of the Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging
December 2014 VOL. 39 • NO. 12
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New Horizons
orth’s star Gene Haynes has worked in the Omaha Public Schools system since 1967. His resume includes stints at Technical High School where he taught social studies and was Nebraska’s first African-American head basketball coach, assistant principal at McMillan Middle School, and as principal at North High School, a position he’s held since 2001. Leo Adam Biga profiles this legendary educator. See page 10.
Balancing act Tai Chi instructor Chris Cady-Jones demonstrates the “fair lady works as shuttles” movement. Learn more about Tai Chi, a program designed to improve balance, and where and when the classes are offered. See page 20.
What’s inside
Men and women like Pamela Bell (pictured) who are raising their grandchildren Decemberarecalendar of events .................................. 3 encouraged to attend as ‘Read it &theeat’Grandparents .......................................................... 4 Parents Conference on Treating your dry eyes ............................................. 5 Thursday, Sept. 18. ‘An ounceSee of prevention’ page 5........................................... 7
Enroll in Medicare Part D through Dec. 7 ................ 9 Douglas County honors Loren Johnson .................. 9 Home Instead’s Be a Santa to a Senior .................. 14 Keeping fit during the holiday season ................... 15 Intergenerational poetry contest winners ............... 16 Moses visits the Corrigan Senior Center ............... 17