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Lake Hopatcong and the Smithsonian Partner for Clean Water

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By Henry M. Holden n unprecedented and Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) infected a vast portion, of Lake Hopatcong in 2019. The social impact of the HAB curtailed recreational use of the lake for almost a year. It was a wakeup call to prevent future HAB. “In 2016 I came across a unique opportunity through the New Jersey Council for the Humanities (NJCH),” said Donna Macalle-Holly, Lake Hopatcong Foundation Grants and Program Director. “They were working with the Smithsonian to find locations throughout the state to feature a traveling exhibit called Water/ Ways,” “I applied for a grant from the NJCH in cooperation with the Smithsonian and we were selected to be the first of six groups to host their Water/Ways exhibit.

We finished the exhibit in July 2019. The exhibit explores water as an essential component of life on our

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planet, environmentally, culturally, and historically.”

“Even though it was ironic to have the exhibit while the lake was suffering the HAB, it gave people a chance to appreciate and understand that water is around everything we do.”

As part of that program the Smithsonian has anoth-

er program that they offer for student groups to do the Smithsonian stories in their YES program. The program provides funding and resources to allow young people to discover and digitally document their community history.

The Lake Hopatcong Foundation (LHF) was se-

lected to participate in a Students & Foundation Collaborate on Digital History Effort through “Stories from Main Street: Youth Engagement and Skill-Building” Program.

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continued from front page “The LHF will work with students from the Academy for Environmental Science at Jefferson Township High School, said Macalle-Holly. “Students Veronica Carrion, Kailey Pasquariello, and Matthew Sinchi will develop three short videos which will examine the environmental, economic, and social impacts which ties in with the theme of the Smithsonian’s “Water/Ways.”

“We are pleased to continue to collaborate with the Smithsonian Museum on Main Street to educate the public about the importance of protecting our waterways,” said Macalle-Holly.

The student team came up with the recommendation to do the story regarding the hazardous algal blooms, on the lake in 2019.

“By presenting this story in our YES video, we aim to show the full effect the HAB had on the lake and community,” said student Matthew Sinchi. “We hope showing the many hardships caused by the HAB will encourage people to take action to protect our waters.”

Lake-wide cleanups were organized in 2013 and 2018, in conjunction with the 5-year 60-inch drawdown plans. Each year the NJ DEP Division of Parks and Forestry

- State Park Service follows procedures to manage the water level of Lake Hopatcong.

“Right now, the plan says that every five years the lake will be drawn down 60 inches, and that was done in 2013 and 2018,” said Macalle-Holly. “We organized during both those drawdowns and had massive shoreline cleanups.

“In 2013, more than 400 volunteers gained access to the lake from 39 different entry points and removed more than 23,000 pounds of trash from the lakebed.

“In 2018, the LHF partnered with the Lake Hopatcong Commission, and once again, more than 400 volunteers logged an excess of 1,200 hours collecting debris from 50+ access points around the lake’s nearly 50 miles of shoreline.

“The debris collected included 4,000 drink containers, 300 plastic bags, 175 toys, 150 articles of clothing, and more than 800 tires,” said Macalle-Holly. The removal of debris was handled by departments of public works from Hopatcong, Jefferson, Mount Arlington, and Roxbury.

“Normally the lake goes down about 22-inches per year and there is not enough exposed shoreline to do an adequate cleanup. That is why we only do it every five years

Academy students L to R: Veronica Carrion, Kailey Pasquariello, and Matthew Sinchi.

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to get more of the shoreline exposed.”

“YES, is an incredible program that motivates students to learn about their communities, document local history, and foster important discussions about their community’s future,” said Smithsonian’s Stories: YES Program Coordinator Sydney Thatcher.

“The Academy of Environmental Science

students have already been hard at work on this project and I am looking forward to seeing what stories they have to share.”

The student project will be showcased in a virtual program hosted by the Foundation this spring and on Museum on Main Street.

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Full Mouth Dental Implants

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or some people, there comes a point when they say to themselves, “OK, its time I did something with my teeth.” Dental implants might be a solution, and full mouth dental implants or All-On-Four® might be appropriate.

Reasons for this epiphany can vary greatly, and might include: frustration with constant pain, bleeding gums, a smile that they are ashamed of, inability to chew and eat, or dentures they just can’t wear.

Dental implants can help with all of these issues. They can provide comfort, stability, increased chewing efficiency, and improved self-esteem. Overall health improvement is another result reported by people soon after implant treatment is completed.

Dental implant treatment options can vary greatly: 2 to 6 implants can be placed to stabilize a denture, individual implants can be placed to replace missing teeth, or 4 to 6 implants can be utilized to provide permanent teeth. This last option is called All-On-Four®, or full mouth dental implants. This option is appropriate when all remaining teeth require removal, but it is very important to understand this is not everyone’s situation. Oftentimes, people arrive to my office thinking this is what they require, and they are pleasantly surprised when I can present multiple options to them, and some of these options help them to keep their teeth.

In the All-On-Four® option, any remaining teeth are removed, 4 to 6 implants are placed, and teeth are attached to the implants. These 3 steps are typically performed in

one appointment, so the patient is able to leave the dental office with teeth the same day. It should be noted that these are temporary teeth: the final teeth will be fabricated approximately 4 to 6 months later.

All-On-Four® has revolutionized implant dentistry. Although more expensive than dentures, it is less expensive than traditional full-mouth implant reconstruction. Costly and time-consuming grafting can oftentimes be avoided, too. Furthermore, pain levels are significantly decreased.

People sometimes think they are not implant candidates because of their age. This is a misconception. In fact, as a person ages, it becomes more important to be able to eat so that proper nutritional needs are met. Dentures do not provide proper biting force to chew food, plus they weaken the jaw. Implants improve chewing ability, and strengthen the jaw as compared to dentures. A person’s health is a key factor when considering implants, not age.

Who should perform dental implant procedures? Only well-qualified dentists who have had extensive training in implant dentistry. Some patients think they have to see an oral surgeon or periodontist (gum specialist). This is not true. Its not so important as to what type of dentist places them, but rather how much training and experience they have. Also, don’t forget that there is a second part to the implant once it is placed: one or more teeth have to be placed on top of the implant. If an implant is placed while ignoring this second part of the treatment, disastrous results may follow. One reason many people seek out my office is because we perform both phases of implant dentistry

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A Spotlight on Your Randolph Area Chamber of Commerce

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By Steve Sears he Randolph Area Chamber of Commerce (RACC) was officially incorporated in February of 1977 but had its beginnings a few years earlier.

“I was recently elected for 2020 and for 2021,” says President Kevin Keller, who represents Allstate N.J. Insurance/Kevin Keller Agency. “And it’s been challenging.”

“Challenging” is a perfect descriptor for a year beset by the COVID19 pandemic. “Some people were open to and some were adamantly against gatherings,” Keller says.

“It really kind of prohibited the gatherings that we could have, and really the networking.” Monthly meetings, currently held the third Thursday of the month, were moved to Zoom and still exist on the platform. “The main thing is really trying to understand where the business owners are at and what their challenges are and trying our best to help them overcome that.” After-hours events are held quarterly. “We provide food and drink, and normally its at one of our members locations in the area,” he says. “It’s at a different location every time, and it’s really just to highlight that member’s location, to let people come and see it. It’s really pure networking. The town council and the mayor will also come in and give a quick update about what’s going on in the town.”

The RACC is primarily membered by Morris County

businesses, the bulk of business owners having set up shop in Randolph and the surrounding areas. However, Keller adds that anybody is welcome to join. “We don’t really limit it. It’s not an exclusive club by any means,” he says of the group that currently has 86 members.

Keller first joined back in December of 2002. “Over the course of time and getting to know people and even getting to know people on the town council and the mayor,” he says, “I think it has helped raise my position in the community, and certainly, being involved with grand openings of businesses.” The key word is involvement. “You’re not going to join and business is going to just start flooding into your agency or your office,” he states. “It’s really over the course of time and getting to network and getting to know people on a business level and on a personal level as well. And that’s exactly what’s happened for me. And I think it just really accentuates not only my business, but my business skills by doing different work and being on different committees and offices within the Chamber.”

Keller prioritizes the importance of both helping promote local businesses and shopping local. “And I don’t necessarily limit that to just members of the Chamber,” he says in a key statement. “I think as President, part of my job is to promote any local business. Anything that I see online, or if it’s a physical business, anything that we can

do to be part of that, is really important. Its going to benefit everybody. We’re all local; property taxpayers, employers, and things of that nature. It really all does get filtered back into the tax or income base of the community.”

Keller, obviously, doesn’t go it alone. “I get to work with a lot of really wonderful people.” In addition to Keller, Lisa Natali (Mainly Menus) is Vice-President, Kathryn Mantell (Nisivoccia LLP) is Treasurer, and Margaret Leonard as Secretary round out the Officers. The Directors are Greg Bock (Servpro of S.W. Morris County), Helene Elbaum (Newmark Associates), Ron DeFilippis (Mills & DeFilippis CPAs LLP), Lou Nisivoccia (Nisivoccia Consulting), Bill Shuler (Henry O. Baker Insurance), and Tom Vetter (Vetter Planning).

“We’re looking for new members to help diversify so that we can continue to connect people,” Keller says, coining himself a “honeybee for business.” “I’m supposed to pollinate other businesses and get them together.”

Needed are more specialty contractors to join the RACC. “That’s probably the one (industry) that were missing the most of. And we know they’re out there, and they’re probably busy. We can always help them promote their business while they’re out there doing business.”

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A Saint Patrick’s Day Story

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By Richard Mabey Jr. n the Summer of 1905, Catherine Cavanaugh, a saddened widow with a six-year-old daughter, Bertha, left Cork County Ireland to come to America. At age 27, Catherine was pretty much alone in the world. Both of her parents had passed away. She had no aunts and uncles in Ireland. But, her mother’s sister, Shannon, lived in America with Shannon’s husband, Patrick McNulty.

What calls thy heart to leave hearth and home? What stirs thy veins to dream of finding a new start in life? For my great grandmother, Catherine Cavanaugh, the call came in the form of a series of letters from her Aunt Shannon, who lived in the Delawanna section of Clifton, New Jersey.

We think of bravery as the heart of the soldier, walking in the front line, charging across the field of Gettysburg. Or, the astronaut aboard a rocket headed for the far reaches of space. Or, our nation’s founding fathers, standing tall and proud for liberty. Yet, there lies in heart, a kind of quiet and tranquil and steadfast bravery. The immense courage of the immigrant who left hearth and home of their country, knowing that

they would never return, to come to this place of promise, they only knew as America.

Such was the heart-felt bravery of my dear great grandmother as she boarded ship, holding her daughter in one hand and her two steerage class tickets in her other hand. One single trunk, was all Catherine Cavanaugh had to bring all the earthly possessions of herself and her young daughter.

The steerage class was the lowest living quarters for a passenger crossing the vast Atlantic. It was the lowest deck of the ship, where the cargo was stored. The food for steerage class passengers was horrible. And, drinking water was not plentiful. Steerage class accommodations were usually terribly overcrowded. But for my great grandmother, one thing kept her strong as she crossed the Atlantic with her little daughter, my grandmother. And, that one thing was the hope of a better life.

Aunt Shannon wrote her niece, Catherine, many letters of the many factory jobs in Clifton and Paterson. This place called New Jersey, offered new hope for Catherine.

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Staying Healthy During a Global Pandemic

midst a global pandemic (and as we approach the colder months), it is more important now than ever to keep your immune system strong. By improving your immune system, otherwise known as your body’s own defense system, you can help to prevent unwanted illness. With the emergence of COVID-19, we have all been conditioned to wear masks, keep safe distancing and wash our hands regularly, but what else can you do to improve your immune health?

Believe it or not, Acupuncture is one way to give your immune system a boost! Research has shown that Acupuncture can help to improve immune health in various ways including the following: • Increases Red and White blood cells as well as T-Cells (all essential to immune health) • Increases levels of Interferon ( the immune systems messenger hormone) • Increases blood and lymph circulation • Reduces stress hormones • Reduces inflammation

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Letter to the Editor: Sound Bytes

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By Meg Sturm o many sounds. They are everywhere.

We can’t even begin to count the sounds that we hear all around us. We are surrounded constantly by them. They interrupt everything. They come from the world around us like an unending marching band showing no sign in stopping.

The news. What is it today? Is it news on Covid? Are we hearing how many people we have lost in our country, in our world? It seems to never end. Turn the TV on every morning, walk through your kitchen and ask Alexa to play the news. How many more people lost their lives? How many people are waiting and hoping for the vaccine? Then, a commercial.

It seems to play louder than the program we were just hearing.

Good grief, why does it need to be so loud? So, what is on the commercial slate for today? Is it a commercial of lawyers, urging you call if you have been negatively affected by a medication

you have taken? Is it a commercial about how your skin is aging and what you absolutely need to do to the remedy it and by the way, do it now! You don’t have a minute to lose if you’re not going to become an old goat walking around this world actually showing people that you have been here for a while, thank the Lord.

Or perhaps, you watch and hear the commercial that seems to be 15 minutes long, you know the one, it’s about how many dogs are unloved, uncared for, suffering, starving and alone.

The news continues to crash in our ears as we listen. Trump, Biden, left, right, please make it stop, it is exhausting our souls.

We have sounds from our job, in our own house, kids complaining that life is not being fair right now. They can’t physically go to school; they can’t go out and do the fun things that they used to do. So very unfair, they’re life is so very unfair. And you hear it, your ears sting with thoughts of possibly, “you don’t know how

lucky you actually are” or you hear yourself say for the hundredth time, “things will go back to normal soon.”

Too many sounds. Way too many. But what if we took the time to step away from all those sounds and find a place, a space, to just listen to hear nothing from around us, but work on a quiet place within us. Impossible? No, it is there waiting for us.

I wake this morning with an unusual empty house. Quiet is all around. Nice. So nice. Then, that ol’ crashing wave again. I lay listing all my woes, everything on the to-do list, and everything that I can’t fix. Then I realize, that it is just more noise. Stop girl, time to just stop. So, lots of deep breathes, let me ground myself, let me hear quiet, instead of sounds. So, after much effort and several minutes, it’s happening.

I can hear the quiet. My mind is starting to calm and seems to take off a too-tight seat belt that you sometimes feel in the car when you hit the brakes. For

me, it sounded like this. I could hear my breathing. I could hear my aching heart thanking me for union break. Then, my mind went deeper. I could hear the blowing wind of the graveyard where my father-in-law was laid to rest in April, stupid Covid. I could hear that wind that day in my mind.

It sounds like the earth breathing, like big gulps of cold, fresh air from its ancient lungs. Thank you old wind for the calm. I hear that sound. I hear the sound of my husband’s hand rubbing my arm; his hands, finger nails and all, are scratchy, dry, weathered from work and life, and the rubbing sound on my arm that he is making is rough, and beautiful to me. I can hear the sound in my mind of music from the church I used to physically sit it, preCovid, and it is solemn, reverent, and connecting. Is that now the sound of my soul? The soul I have been carrying around since birth?

The one that I shut out because it’s too buried under life’s noise?

What would you be able to

hear if you shut out the noise?

The distant recollection of your grandfather’s voice? The incredible sound of joy when you held your baby for the first time, when the hospital room went silent in your head, and you could hear love, actually hear it, like angels singing from a new little baby in your arms. Can you hear your faith deep inside? Try, is speaking. Mine is saying, ‘you are held by something so much larger; I’ve got you, relax.

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Colorectal Cancer: Screening and Prevention

By Chris Bauer MD arch was first declared National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month by President Clinton in February of 2020. Since that time colorectal cancer advocacy, research, and awareness has increased dramatically.

Colorectal cancer is any cancerous condition that affects the large intestine or rectum. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cause of cancer death in females and in men. It is the second leading cause of death. Becoming knowledgeable about colorectal cancer is essential for everyone’s wellbeing.

There are many genetic and environmental factors that can increase a person’s risk for colorectal cancer. A family medical history of Lynch syndrome or other colonic polyp syndromes does confer a significant risk for people to develop colon cancer. Many times, genetic testing and meeting with a genetic counselor can determine if a person is a carrier for these genetic cancer syndromes. Additionally, inflammatory bowel diseases such ulcerative colitis and Crohns Disease show a strong connection with colorectal cancer.

Several lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol use, and increased BMI all are factors that confer a higher risk of getting colorectal cancer. Increased consumption of processed meat and red meat have also been shown to increase one’s risk of getting colorectal cancer.

Just as there are many risk factors for colorectal cancer, there are also many protective factors that can assist people in lowering their risk of getting colorectal cancer. Having a healthy diet and regular physical exercise are two of the greatest preventative measures one can take to lower their risk of getting colorectal cancer. Planned walking routines as

well as building more activity such as having more steps in your daily life are just some of the ways to accomplish this.

However, the mechanism is unknown as to why increased levels of aerobic physical activity causes people to have lower levels of colorectal cancer. Additionally, what we consume in our diet also plays a tremendous role in our odds of developing colorectal cancer. Personal diets that are high in fruits and vegetables are essential in doing this. Taking fiber daily, increasing daily vitamin B6 intake, and adding calcium supplementation and dairy products in your diet also can be quite helpful.

Colorectal cancer can be treated most successfully if it is identified early. It is particularly important that the warning signs of early cancer are discussed. Screening for colorectal is essential in diagnosing asymptomatic people with cancer.

The most common symptom of this cancer is a change in bowel habits. Other common symptoms of colorectal cancers include abdominal pain, blood in the stool and unexplained iron deficient anemia. Abdominal bloating and extreme nausea and vomiting are signs of advanced disease.

Screening for colorectal cancer is a major preventative care initiative in the United States. Screening is recommended beginning at age 45 to 50 years of age depending on which guidelines are used. Additionally, if a close relative had colorectal cancer or you have had another type of cancer screening may need to be initiated earlier.

The most common way to screen for colorectal cancer is by getting a colonoscopy. A colonoscopy is when a small camera is placed in the large intestine and small colonic polyps are removed or documented for further therapy. Other screening methods include testing stool samples for blood

and analyzing stool samples for different immunochemical particles that may indicate the presence of cancer. People should discuss with their physician which screening test is right for them based on their individual medical history.

By raising colorectal cancer awareness and by getting timely colorectal screening tests we can lower the rate of this deadly disease in New Jersey.

Sound Bytes continued from page 8 sound. They are treasures and gifts that we jeopardize losing is we continually let our lives be overthrown with other sounds. These sound gems are sustaining, restoring, and renewing. What an amazing practice it would be if we all could find that place, that space in each of us to hear sounds that don’t create worry and concern, but create calm, love, and peace. That the more we sit within our own quiet, the easier it will be to hear those sounds and connect to your core, your breathe, your heart. This is not an easy practice, I know. But crucial to our human experience.

So off goes the Tv this morning, off goes Alexa, off goes news radio and everything else that is life-sucking, soul-sucking, noise. For even if it is a small amount of time and space that we can find a place for this tapping into our human sounds, our heart sound, or life sounds, lets us count them as gems from deep within our own personal earth, like the sound of a gentle, quiet underground stream ever flowing for that is the true sounds of our lives.

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art of what makes celebrating St. Patrick’s Day so enjoyable is the scores of traditions surrounding the holiday.

The month of March ushers in parades, festive foods, lively music, and as much green attire as a person can handle.

As ubiquitous as it is each March, green attire has not always been symbolic of St. Patrick’s Day or Ireland. In fact, earlier depictions of St. Patrick had him royally clothed in a rich shade of blue. Some ancient Irish flags even sported the color blue. According to National Geographic, the color green became associated with St. Patrick’s Day in the 18th century, when the shamrock became a national symbol of Ireland. The color of the shamrock and Ireland’s natural landscape forever linked green to St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and the Emerald Isle.

There are reasons for donning green clothing on St. Patrick’s Day. If a person isn’t in green, he or she just may get pinched.

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It’s not only the leprechauns who might do the pinching. Celebrants are inclined to pinch people who don’t wear green as a reminder that leprechauns might sneak up on them at any time.

Beyond shamrocks and leprechauns, other people are inclined to wear green on St. Patrick’s Day as a symbol of good luck and to honor their Irish ancestry. According to Brian Witt, the cultural exhibits coordinator for Milwaukee Irish fest, Irish Americans would wear green as a reminder that they are nationalists first and foremost. The Irish flag colors are green, white and orange. The green symbolizes Irish nationalism, the orange represents the “Orangemen” of Northern Ireland, which is an Irish Protestant political society, and the white symbolizes peace.

Green is an integral color during St. Patrick’s Day celebrations and it is tied to many different traditions.

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Linda Smith of RE/MAX Heritage Properties Earns Professional Certification as Seniors Real Estate Specialist®

inda Smith, a REALTOR® and sales associate with RE/MAX Heritage Properties, recently earned certification as a Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

The SRES® designation prepares real estate professionals to approach mature clients with the best options and information when buying or selling a home. Candidates

are required to complete a two-day course and remain in good standing with NAR. Smith joined RE/MAX Heritage Properties in 2016. Before that, she spent more than 20 years working in business management and marketing. Smith works with homebuyers and sellers throughout northwest New Jersey, including Morris, Warren and Sussex counties, with a specific concentration in Roxbury and Mt. Olive Townships.

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“Selling a home can be an emotional time, potentially involving many other life decisions. The SRES® course enhanced my knowledge in working with mature clients, particularly to minimize the complexities of the selling process while looking out for their best interests during this transitional time,” said Smith. “Through personal experience selling my parent’s home, I know first-hand how to navigate through some tough decisions and to be the resource my clients need to make the process less stressful and more successful.”

In addition to the SRES®, Smith holds the e-PRO® and Pricing Strategy Advisor (PSA) certifications from the NAR. She is also a Certified Probate Specialist. Smith has earned several awards throughout her career, including the RE/MAX 100% Club and the Circle of Excellence Award from the New Jersey Association of Realtors (NJAR).

Smith is an active member of the community, serving on the Board of Directors for the Roxbury Chamber of Commerce and as a member of the Mt. Olive Chamber of Commerce. She has also participated in fundraising activities for the Hackettstown

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Smith works from the Flanders office of RE/MAX Heritage Properties. She may be reached at the Flanders office at 973-5981700, on her cell at 973-489-0655, or by email at LindaSmithNJRealtor@gmail.com.

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A Protein Twist for Tasty Family Meals

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n those busy evenings when brainstorming a meal the whole family agrees on seems like a tall task, turning to a versatile protein can open a bevy of options. The next time your loved ones are stuck in a dinnertime rut, discover the versatility of veal to present a list of new meal possibilities.

Pairing your favorite traditional mealtime flavors with veal can allow you to uncover family-friendly dishes with familiar taste.

Add excitement to the weekly menu with a recipe like these Crunchy Buffalo Baked Veal Cutlet Sandwiches, which offers the classic combination of Buffalo sauce and blue cheese in a dish that requires less than an hour in the kitchen.

Thin veal cutlets are dredged in flour, hot sauce and breadcrumbs before hitting the oven. Once baked, the cutlets are added to your favorite type of roll and topped with blue cheese broccoli slaw and as much additional Buffalo sauce as you desire for a flavor-packed meal your loved ones can savor together.

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In medium bowl, using tongs, lightly toss broccoli slaw and blue cheese dressing.

In shallow bowl, stir together salt, pepper and flour.

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In bowl of food processor, pulse panko and blue cheese crumbles until combined.

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Pat veal cutlets dry with paper towels.

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Randolph Woman Encourages Early Childhood Vision Care Awareness

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By Steve Sears atherine Gardner, a senior at the Morris County School of Technology, has her heart in the right place.

She’s seeking to become a Gold Award Girl Scout, the highest attainable honor from the honorable group, but you know by speaking with her that the cause she’s focused on is really the most important thing of all. She’s trying to help get a bill passed that would mandate vision screenings for youngsters before they go into preschool and encourages parents to be cognizant of the need to do so.

The cause is one Gardner is familiar with.

She has been blind in her right eye since birth. “When I was about six years old, it was around the time where a lot of kids were getting glasses,” she says. “I’m not sure how exactly I did this or how I got the idea to do this, but I covered my left eye, and realized I couldn’t see out of my right eye. And I said to my mom, ‘Mommy, I can’t see so well. I see peach.’”

After Gardner’s school nurse also discovered the young girl couldn’t see, an appointment was made with various optometrists, and then a glaucoma specialist, Dr. Steven Kane, who diagnosed her with pediatric congenital glaucoma. After several surgeries, she was still able to see out of her left eye, but unfortunately not her right eye.

As part of Gardner’s quest of prevention of vision loss in young children, Dr. Danielle Gaeta and Dr. Heema Patel of Advanced Eyecare Associates in Ledgewood, New Jersey, will provide a no-cost eye assessment clinic for babies 6-12 months old on Friday, March 19, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Parents should call (973) 584-2020 to make an appointment. If all available appointments are filled, an additional event will be considered.

Gardner, who as a Girl Scout earned her Bronze Award in elementary school and Silver Award in middle school, encourages parents to take advantage of the gracious Advanced Eyecare Associates offer. “Parents with young children - they take their kids to the pediatrician and the dentist, but they forget the eye doctor. And it’s something that’s needed,” Gardner says.

Regarding the Gold Award, the following is gleaned from the Girls Scouts of the USA website: Gold Award Girl Scouts are the dreamers and the doers who take “make the world a better place” to the next level. The Girl Scout Gold Award is the mark of the truly remarkable—proof that not only can she make a difference, but that she already has.

Seniors and Ambassadors who earn the Gold Award tackle issues that are dear to them and drive lasting change in their communities and beyond. Think of the Gold Award as a key that can open doors to schol-

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“I will always be an advocate for this,” says Gardner of an early-in-life vision eyecare visit. “Even after finishing my project.

It’s very important for parents to realize that a visit to the eye doctor is necessary.”

“Katherine’s biggest focus here – her ‘vision,’ so to speak – is to have all children’s eyes checked, at least before pre-school. At least one eye exam by a doctor. The focus should be on awareness,” says Karen Gardner, her mom. She then continues. “She (Katherine) is remarkable. She pursues life like anyone else, is eager to take on differ-

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ent challenges, and in this case, she really wholeheartedly wants to make a difference, not just for children who have vision loss or even potential vision loss, but to have all kids be able to be well, to have a good quality of life. I am so proud of her. She’s learning to be a special education teacher through the Morris County School of Technology, and she really has a passion for kids and children, and she wants them to have the best quality of life and to reach the best potential. So, this is another one of the ways that she is pursuing that.”

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Centenary University Student Writers Published in Professional Media Outlets

wo Centenary University students recently had articles published in professional media outlets, a testament to the University’s strong emphasis on writing within Centenary’s core curriculum and beyond. The students—sophomore Michaela Thiessen of Augusta, N.J., and junior Haylie Kerstetter of Coatsville, Penn.—both said Centenary’s core curriculum prepared them to accept invitations to write for the USA Field Hockey website and The Plaid Horse and Horse Nation, respectively.

“The ability to communicate, verbally and in writing, is critical to success in every career,” said Amy D’Olivo, Ph.D., vice president for academic affairs at Centenary. In addition to incorporating writing within Centenary’s core curriculum and in major fields of study, the University now offers a Bachelor of Arts in Writing to prepare graduates for careers in journalism, public relations, marketing, and other fields that require effective communication skills. “Our core curriculum is rooted in the humanities, emphasizing practical skills that are sought-after by employers.”

A high school field hockey player, Thiessen chose to attend Centenary after the University re-instated its field hockey program.

Once enrolled, she decided to major in film studies, with minors in dance and theatre.

Thanks to Centenary’s extensive core curriculum, which emphasizes communication

skills, Thiessen has formed strong bonds with several of the University’s English and writing professors, as well as those in her major field of study.

When USA Field Hockey sought a Centenary player to write about experiences with a first-year program, Thiessen jumped at the invitation. “First, I was excited. Then, I became a little nervous,” recalled Thiessen, adding that Centenary faculty have encouraged her to pursue several internship opportunities. “My professors are phenomenal.

They’ve taught me that if you have talent, you can accomplish things you didn’t think you were qualified to do.”

Thiessen’s piece for US Field Hockey discusses what it’s like to be a student-athlete in a fledgling varsity program. A first-year leader at Centenary, she also plays on the lacrosse team and participates in Centenary Stage Company productions—on-stage and backstage, as well as working in the theatre box office and filming and editing the company’s productions. Read her US Field Hockey story.

Co-captain of Centenary’s hunter/jumper team and a member of the University’s IHSA team, Kerstetter is majoring in Equine Studies: Communications for the Equine Industry, with a minor in social media marketing.

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At around the same time, she merged her love for horses with her interest in writing to begin pitching stories to The Plaid Horse and Horse Nation. To date, Kerstetter has published three articles: “Understanding Kissing Spines” and “Breaking Down the Prepurchase Exam,” both in The Plaid Horse, and “Why Everyone Should Compete at the Thoroughbred Makeover at Least Once” in Horse Nation.

“I chose Centenary because I believe this program is one of the best if you want to

have a career in the equine industry,” said Kerstetter, who has also served as a volunteer with Centenary’s therapeutic riding program. “When I visited Centenary, I really loved the riding program and knew that I would be able to learn from it. Each of the professors in the Equine Studies Department has their own business and connections in the industry, so anytime students are looking for a job or internship, the professors are there to provide options almost immediately.”

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“Adjust the Procedure’ Robert Massimi Member Dramatists Guild and The Drama League. any of the current virtual plays being produced are thrown together and seem willy nilly, however, “ Adjust the Procedure” was written for and directed for virtual theater. In its efforts, Jake Shore makes better work of it than the virtual as usual style I have seen so far. Set on a university campus somewhere in lower Manhattan, New York (the play mentions Chamber Street); there are

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four characters, all of whom are affiliated with the university. These four characters have different personalities which adds to the many different positions that they take. The play is set in Zoom meetings with sometimes two characters, other times three actors and for a brief period, with all four being on the call. The crux of the play shows us the inner workings of a university; how universities are a very big business. With the COVID pandemic, we see four different points of view as how

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Jake Shore who wrote and directed this play brings forth many of the problems people feel during this crisis; some people blame the politicians; others blame the boredom of everyday life under the pandemic. Shore banters about these issues through the eyes of not only the four char-

acters but by their different points of view.

For the most part the characters are not known for being liberal nor conservative but by being pro university or not being so. While we get the impression that the Dean, Frank (Ed Altman) is more conservative than Kyle, the politics are never front and center in this play.

In the era of virtual theater, “Adjust the Procedure” is a decent play. Not without its flaws, (the story can be slow at times and the actors being remote are limited in their movements), Jake Shore does a better job writing the play than directing it. While Frank is more animated, he still struggles to be believable; Nicholas Miles Newton’s, (Ben) less is more character works better here. While it is difficult to project a true acting style on virtual theater, Megan Moses delivers a direct yet mysterious tone too her role. While “Adjust the Procedure” has some flaws, it is the best virtual piece I have seen so far.

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Cindy Graham of RE/MAX Heritage Properties Earns Professional Certification as Seniors Real Estate Specialist®

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indy Graham, a REALTOR® and sales associate with RE/MAX Heritage Properties,recently earned certification as a Seniors Real Estate Specialist® (SRES®) from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR).

The SRES® designation prepares real estate professionals to approach mature clients with the best options and information when buying or selling a home. Candidates are required to complete a two-day course and remain in good standing with NAR. Graham became a REALTOR® in 2012 and joined RE/MAX Heritage Properties in 2014. A Roxbury resident for 33 years, Graham specializes in helping homebuyers and sellers throughout Roxbury and Mt.

Olive Townships as well as Sussex and Warren Counties. She has earned numerous regional awards throughout her career, including the RE/MAX Executive Club and RE/ MAX 100% Club. She also receivedthe Circle of Excellence Award from the New Jersey Association of Realtors (NJAR).

“The SRES® course provided guidance with working on transactions where mature clients have adult children involved,” said Graham. “It’s important to accommodate both by bridging the technology gap and being empathic to the emotional factor in selling a home full of memories. Mature clients generally prefer more personal and phone interactions, verses the text and emails preferred by the younger genera-

tion.”

Graham also recently completed the e-PRO® Certification Program to master the latest advanced digital marketing techniques.

Graham is an active member of the community, serving on the Board of Directors for the Roxbury Chamber of Commerce. She is also a member of the Mt. Olive Chamber, St. Therese Women’s Cornerstone Group and Friends of Roxbury Library.

Graham works from the Flanders office of RE/MAX Heritage Properties.

She may be reached at the Flanders office at 973-598-1700, on her cell at 201-8414747, or by email at ctgraham878@gmail. com

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Morris County Vocational School District and County College of Morris Introduce Criminal Justice Program for High School Students

he Morris County Vocational School District, in partnership with County College of Morris (CCM), offers a new share time program, Criminal Justice, for Morris County high school students. The program is for students interested in law, public safety, corrections, and security.

Students will learn through college-level work and hands-on activities. “We are thrilled to offer a new program for high school students who are interested in pursuing careers in criminal justice and public safety. We know many high school students will be excited to get a jump start in earning college credits in this subject area”, said Shari Castelli, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction at Morris County Vocational School District.

Coursework will include Intro to Public Safety Careers, Criminology, Intro to Policing, Intro to Emergency Management, Juvenile Delinquency, Criminal Law and Procedure, Forensic Science, and Cultural Diversity. Castelli also stated the program would include strong private and public-sector program partners who offer workbased learning experiences through industry partnerships.

Upon completion of the two-year program, students will earn 36 credits from CCM with three possible pathways after graduation for career advancement: 1) Direct entry into the workforce with college credit 2) One-year completion of Associate Degree 3) Transfer with advanced standing to a four- year college or university Students in 10th grade may apply via online application at www.mcvts.org/apply, click on Share Time Programs. The application deadline is March 26th.

The district’s share time programs provide half-day specialized career and technical education training as part of a student’s junior and senior year high school program.

The programs prepare students for career-related employment and post-secondary placement.

The Morris County Vocational School District (www.mcvts.org) offers programs for Morris County high school students, including Career Academies, Share Time Programs, and Adult Education programs.

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William Paterson Art Studio Major Creates Unique Chess Set

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By Steve Sears oxbury’s Nick Montesano, when tasked with coming up with an idea for a board game in his William Paterson University screen design class, created something unique: a COVID19 chess game.

“Our professor tasked us to create our own chess set that we had in 3D design in this program called Maya,” explains Montesano, “We had to 3D-model it first, then it had the pieces that we made that were printed out, and then we had to physically build the chess set, along with the pieces that were 3D printed.”

Montesano, 18, came up with three ideas that had to be “personal” to him; something that he was interested in. “I sketched out three different ideas,” he says. “I started off thinking about the world’s tallest buildings, because architecture I find interesting even though I don’t want to do it for a career. So, I chose the world’s tallest buildings, and I also chose Photo courtesy of Nicholas Montesano iconic cartoon characters. I wasn’t really that high on those ideas because they’re kind of classic and everybody knew about them. So, I said, ‘Okay, I need one more idea,’ because we had to have three different chess set-inspired ideas.” At first, the third idea escaped him, until he thought about the current pandemic.

“So, I was like, ‘Okay, I can do something pandemic inspired,’ and I came up with the important stuff that we need during the pandemic to quarantine - toilet paper, masks, food, water, hand sanitizer, Lysol spray - all the important stuff that we need to fight the pandemic.” Montesano used these inspirations for the pieces of the chess set, and had the actual board set up like an actual first aid kit. He also, in the red and white squares on the board, placed red and white social distancing stickers.

The entire project took up a third of the Art Studio major’s first freshman semester. “Actually building the board itself with the wood and the paints took about two weeks’ time,” he says, “and then modeling the pieces took four to five weeks because it was like trial and error – I had to print them out, a few trial pieces, to make sure that the dimensions were good - and then fully printing out all 32 pieces took about a week’s worth of time because I had to submit them to the school’s 3d printer.” Montesano then modeled them in Maya 3D, which took an additional three to four weeks.

The reception from his professor and fellow classmates was positive. “Every week or so on Thursday, we would update the class on what we were working on; they would always use the work in progress.

I had a rendering of the pieces and building of the set. Nobody was really super interested in it until I actually finished the project, because it was a work in progress during those nine weeks. After I finally finished it and everybody saw it in all its glory, they were actually interested. Seeing step by step isn’t totally interesting compared to seeing the final product for most people. But for me, it was interesting the entire way, because I had to go through it from three different ways: modeling the pieces, printing them out, and building the board.”

Industrial design is in Montesano’s future, and he wants to do it for a specific niche which may not surprise people: the medical field. “I do like making an impact on people, like the less fortunate that suffer from underlying health conditions and diseases.”

Visit Montesano’s website, www.Nicholasmontesano.com, to view other projects he is working on.

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By Elsie Walker offers. Expires 8/31/20 ost people take are caps, t-shirts having clean water , and bottled water. for granted. They to Since just turn on a faucet drink gregate where other homeless do, Chillou veterans conhomes and out in their to non-ve comes the water. t gives the items terans as well. if a person is homel However, what In the past, ess? Where does Founder and Directo he or she get water? were donations of items receive the supplies it shared r of Operation Chillou d from drives groups or from ki, recalled that done by individuals. The t, Ray Chimilesa homeless vetera summe Memorial Day – n, who had sepsis, while waiting for Labor Day. Howev r collection is done died COVID19, an er, this year, becaus Operation Chillou ication with pollute operation because he took his e of t can’t take donati med- cal items, d river water. ons of physibut is taking monet Chimileski noted, from the organi ary donations to zation’ that mer items. buy the sumPeople can donate from the New Jersey s own experience and inform ation throug Department of operationchillout.org h its website at Affairs, “one in Military and Vetera www. /. every five homel n Chimileski shared ess people is a In addition to the that Operation Chillou veteran”. the homeless are to t goes to where problems of staying need for water, there are also distrib ute items (soup the ters, etc.) Seeing cool in the summe kitchens, shelwinter, how does a homeless vetera one do that when r and warm in the tion Chillou t will give this “peace n, a member of Operathe streets? he or she is living on winter items, offering”; the summe and the Helping solve the r or the items “a peace organization’s card. Chimileski ing homeless vetera problems of homelessness and calls offering” becaus help- may have ns receive the service e homeless vetera had bad experie are the two focuse ns nces in the past s of Operation Chillou s they qualify for the service in trying to get s they need; they out is New Jersey’ t. Operation Chillmay have becom s oldest all volunt and given up. They e frustrated eer mobile outrea veterans and homel may be wary of ch for out wants ess men and wome help. Operation these homeless its membership n.

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Chimileski noted that Operation was “selected that this year’s Chillout will be to be the statew distribution of different due to ide special projec 2021 of the New items COVID t 2020- ters are Jersey Federation closed. Also, Operati 19 restrictions. Some shelof Women’s Clubs.”

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Using Play to Combat Your Child’s Stress and Loneliness

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ith the pandemic continuing to disrupt routines, you may have growing anxieties about how the extended crisis will affect your child’s social and emotional health long-term.

A new survey conducted by OnePoll on behalf of the The Genius of Play -- a national movement to educate parents and caregivers about play’s vital role in child development -- examined the concerns of parents with children ages 2–18. Here are some of the findings, along with tips to counteract the negative effects of quarantine: Social Skills Seven in 10 parents believe spending a year in quarantine will have a lasting effect on their child’s growth and development.

Among those parents, the top concern is that it’ll be more difficult for their child to connect with people in-person in the future (52%). Tied for second and third were concerns that it’ll be more difficult for their child to play (44%) or make friends in the future (also 44%) after being separated from their peers.

“There are numerous playtime activities that boost communication and social skills, which can be adapted to this new reality,” says Anna Yudina, senior director of marketing initiatives at The Toy Association.

During a period when travel is limited, Yudina suggests playing “International Menu” to help kids learn about the world. To play, pick a location and discuss its local dishes.

Then, give kids Play-Doh to create them.

Have kids play restaurant with their new DIY meals. Using action figures and toys, try other roleplay games that encourage interaction and communication skills that kids may not have practiced for awhile. Classic board games with questions and answers – like Guess Who? – can also help kids build and retain their social skills.

Loneliness Four in 10 parents worry about their child’s mental health as a result of the pandemic. What’s more, 72% of respondents say they believe that during 2020 their child was lonelier than ever before. That’s a feeling extending to parents themselves -- 58% said they, too, were lonelier than ever.

“Whether building a furniture fort, solving a puzzle or using a science kit, collaborative play gives us an opportunity to connect and combat loneliness while keeping children happy and entertained,” says Yudina.

“Playing together also offers parents insights into their child’s world and what may be causing their stress and anxiety.”

An arts and crafts session presents an opportunity to connect with friends and family who your child may be missing. Break out the paper, stickers, markers, and safety scissors to create cards to send to loved ones.

Be sure to organize virtual playdates, too.

The latest apps are making it easier for kids to read, draw, act out plays, and watch movies virtually with friends.

The Bright Side Despite its difficulties, parents indicated that this period has had silver linings.

When asked what positives have resulted from spending more time at home over the past year, the top response was being able to spend more time playing with their child (46%).

To get inspired to fill in all those additional hours with play, visit thegeniusofplay.org, a great online resource for parents offering tons of play ideas.

“The long-lasting effects of the pandemic are yet to be determined,” says Yudina.

“In the meantime, all this extended time at home is an excellent opportunity for families to connect and play, keeping both kids and adults social and active.”(StatePoint)

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3 Pandemic Travel Trends That May Stick Around

OVID-19 has challenged families in different ways, and many had to cancel or reschedule trips during the pandemic due to travel restrictions, which meant missing out on quality time with loved ones and the mental health and selfcare benefits of going on vacation.

Although 61% of families had a trip canceled due to the pandemic in 2020, travel is still top of mind as 82% of families already have travel plans in mind for 2021, according to the 2021 Vrbo Trend Report. The report, which includes vacation rental marketplace data as well as survey data from family travelers, also revealed some travel habits that arose during the pandemic are likely to remain popular this year.

“Let’s face it, the pandemic makes it tough to predict what travel will look like in 2021,” said Melanie Fish, Vrbo’s travel expert. “That’s why we combined search and demand trends with a first-of-its-kind traveler survey of U.S. families. The combination gives us the most accurate picture possible of the plans families are making.”

Consider these pandemic-era trends as you make your vacation plans moving forward: Staying in the Driver’s Seat With travel restrictions and social distancing guidelines in place throughout much of 2020, many families opted to avoid flying

and visiting crowded places by instead jumping in the car to hit the open road. This trend is likely to continue in 2021 with 59% of families saying they are more likely to drive instead of fly on their next trip. A change of scenery can be refreshing and motivating after staring at the same four walls in your home, so consider taking a road trip and exploring a new destination, even if it’s just down the road from home.

Mixing Work and Play Many people were forced to adapt to working from home or facilitating e-learning for their children due to COVID-19.

While turning homes into makeshift offices or classrooms wasn’t an easy task for many families, the schedule flexibility provided by the remote setup allowed for the rise of the “flexcation” – mixing vacation time with virtual work and school. In fact, 1 in 3 families surveyed said they were able to travel because they were working from home, and 52% of those who took a flexcation during the pandemic found the experience refreshing with 67% saying they would do it again.

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Seeking Wide Open Spaces Many travelers gravitate toward vacationing in peaceful and picturesque destinations,

and the open sky, fresh air and scenic views may be even more appealing amid the pandemic. According to the report, 61% of U.S. families said they are more likely to visit an outdoorsy destination than an urban one and 54% are more likely to head to a national park than an amusement park.

Find more ideas for planning your next vacation – or flexcation – along with the full Trend Report at vrbo.com. (Family Features)

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Overcoming the Mask

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t can be challenging to communicate through masks, 6-feet of social distance, physical barriers and other factors due to COVID-19 that have changed daily life.

For people with hearing loss, this is an especially challenging time. In a telling sign of increased hearing difficulty, usage of online hearing tests increased 500% since the pandemic began.

“With COVID-19 and masks, everyday tasks are a source of frustration, such as asking a question at the grocery store deli or talking to someone from behind a customer service desk,” said Bill Schiffmiller, a lifelong hearing aid user and founder and CEO of Akoio, a hearing wellness company.

“It’s a triple threat because masks reduce the loudness of the voice, muffle pronunciation and eliminate visuals like facial expressions and lip reading.”

Data shows people who can’t hear others begin to stay away from other people, and social isolation can lead to anxiety and depression. People who have trouble hearing also tend to have higher hospitalization rates and longer hospital stays, according to research published in “JAMA Otolaryngology.”

Among those 55 and older who have hearing loss, 58% don’t use hearing aids.

In the past, statistics have shown people waiting up to seven years before getting a hearing aid from the time of diagnosis.

However, the communication challenges posed during COVID-19 are driving some to address their hearing sooner than they may have otherwise.

Help Someone Hear You Better Consider the mask you’re wearing. Clear

masks provide a visual difference, helping with lip reading and facial expressions. The plastic in clear masks, however, can muffle sound too much for some. According to audiologist Dr. Shivani Patel, high-frequency hearing loss is common, making female voices difficult to hear. In this situation, research has found standard medical masks tend to transfer sound best. Try different masks to see what works for you.

Minimize background noise. Music, construction, other conversations, heaters and fans can make it challenging to communicate when wearing a mask.

Avoid “cavernous” rooms. An environment with mostly hard surfaces, such as a large meeting room or gymnasium, offers minimal sound dampening and can make hearing comprehension more difficult.

Maintain eye contact. Look directly at the person you’re speaking to and speak clearly, helping him or her read some of your facial expressions. When using video conference services, look directly into the camera in a well-lit room and ensure you have clear picture quality to help with lip reading.

Be patient. Remember the increased challenges people with hearing loss are facing now. If communication becomes too challenging through a mask, have a backup plan such as pen and paper or a smartphone note-taking app.

When You’re Having Trouble Hearing Talk to your friends and family. Tell them what you’re experiencing and be clear and direct in expressing your thoughts and feelings. Ask whether they have noticed your hearing troubles and listen to their

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Describe specific instances and circumstances when your hearing is affected most. Armed with this knowledge, friends and family can help you manage various situations.

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Make hearing wellness a priority. Data shows hearing is important to a person’s mental and physical wellness, and untreated hearing loss can have multiple health consequences.

Find more hearing resources, downloadable guides and an audiologist finder at akoio.com. (Family Features)

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