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Seniors are living longer, doing more and enjoying more than ever before. New careers, families and recreational pursuits are just some of the things that keep women busy long into the later years. Just because you aren’t slowing down doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take a closer look at your health and the special needs that your senior years may require. Preventive health measures and education can make a tremendous impact on your ability to maintain the active lifestyle you love.
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As always, staying healthy begins with primary care and yearly physicals. Screening for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high blood sugar and other chronic conditions is still the cornerstone of your health regimen, but new concerns need attention. “At 50 women need to have a mammogram every year,” says Vicki Roy, M.D., and internal medicine specialist.“Age 50 also is the time to start getting a colonoscopy every 10 years Vicki Roy, to screen for M.D. colorectal cancer.” Colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in this country, but it is often curable when detected early. “At 50 osteoarthritis becomes more common in women than in men, so you should talk to your doctor about bone health too,” Dr. Roy says.That means increasing weight-bearing exercises
to strengthen bones, taking calcium and vitamin D supplements and discussing whether a bone mineral density test is appropriate. “In sunny Florida, you also need a skin exam,” she says. “What we did before age 18 is coming back to haunt us.” Your doctor will check for suspicious spots or moles and suggest follow-up treatment with a dermatologist. As metabolism continues to slow during this decade, diet and exercise become more important.“Stay healthy by being more active and eating more high-quality food,” she advises.Thirty minutes a day of good old walking is the exercise prescription.“It doesn’t have to be all at once.Ten minutes, three times a day is just as healthy.” Finally, we look at menopause.Women do not have to simply accept symptoms. Often doctors can help treat the more uncomfortable aspects of “the change.” For example, medications, such as some antidepressants, can help relieve hot flashes.“You don’t have to go through menopause alone,” Dr. Roy says.“Sometimes just talking about it can help.”
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Senior women “have a whole gamut of things to focus on,” says Megumi Megumi Maguchi, M.D., a Maguchi, M.D. family medicine and geriatric care specialist. “There are a lot of preventive measures available for successful, healthy aging. Be proactive.”
Along with the usual screening for heart health, diabetes and the other chronic conditions, senior women need to address special concerns.Vaccinations against the flu and pneumonia are critically important. You need a new flu shot every year. If you had your last pneumonia vaccination before age 65, you may need another one. It’s also recommended that you have the shingles vaccine once after age 65, says Dr. Maguchi, and other childhood vaccines against diseases like pertussis (also known as whooping cough) may need a booster. Bone health is very important now.“All women in this age group should be screened for osteoporosis, and a bone density test is recommended at age 65,” Dr. Maguchi says. Exercise is extraordinarily helpful, not just for bone health but also for aging joints. Be sure to follow guided programs.“I tell my older patients I am like their personal trainer because the typical trainers out there know young bodies, but older bodies need different exercises,” she says. Mammography and Pap smears are still important for this age group, she says. So are eye and hearing exams, because loss of sensory function is closely related to depression and other mental health issues, including isolation.“There is no known way to prevent dementia, but we do know that engagement helps.” To make an appointment with a physician quoted in this article, visit BaptistMedicalGroup.org.
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Andrews Institute Total Joint Center’s Success Rate Greater than 99 Percent Every year, an increasing number of people undergo total joint replacement (TJR) to relieve pain in the hip or knee caused by damage from arthritis, injury or a chronic condition.Although considered a routine procedure, it is important that the operation is done correctly the first time and that patients avoid having it corrected later on. Orthopaedic surgeons tend to recommend TJR when the discomfort in a joint is so severe that the affected individual avoids using it. In turn, this causes the surrounding muscles to weaken, making the joint stiff and difficult to move.This can prevent the patient from being able to carry out everyday activities, such as climbing stairs, tying his or her shoes, vacuuming or walking long distances. Such limitations can place a burden on the individual, reducing his or her quality of G. Daxton life. “I work very Steele, M.D. closely with patients to provide customized care plans that help them get back to the activities they love without discomfort,” says G. Daxton Steele, M.D., orthopaedic surgeon.“When pain is present during normal daily activities, it is time to seriously consider TJR.” Some potential patients also delay joint replacement surgery due to fear caused by a common misconception
that prosthetic joints last only 10 years.This is no longer the case. New materials have boosted that lifetime to a possible 20 years or more. A very common procedure In the U.S., orthopaedic surgeons perform more than 1 million TJR surgeries every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Among them, around 676,000 knee replacements and 327,000 hip replacements are done annually. Both operations are two of the most common inpatient procedures. The number of TJR surgeries done every year is not limited to first-time operations. Some procedures are actually revisions of first attempts that failed. TJR revisions tend to be performed if the artificial joint becomes loose enough within the bone that the patient experiences pain or breaks. For hip replacements, there is also a possibility that the prosthesis can be dislodged from the socket, resulting in a dislocation. Avoiding revision surgery Ultimately, people want to avoid a revision surgery at all costs, since there is a greater chance of complications the second time around. Revisions result in additional bone loss as well, which can lead to orthopaedic fractures, especially if a person’s bones are already brittle. The key to avoiding a second surgery is to pick a
qualified surgeon to perform the initial TJR operation correctly.This means that patients should take their time in researching prospective candidates before choosing one. Ideally, individuals should select surgeons who specialize in knee and hip replacements and perform several hundred TJR surgeries a year, as these professionals have the experience that will lead to better outcomes. “At the Andrews Institute Total Joint Center, Dr. Steele and I are qualified and trained to do a broad range of orthopaedic surgeries, but we choose to specialize specifically in hip and knee replacements, and that is why we are so successful,” said Brett R. Smith, M.D., M.S., Brett R. Smith, director of adult M.D. reconstruction. When attending a consultation with an orthopaedic surgeon, people should ask questions about his or her qualifications. In particular, it is always a good idea to find out the surgeon’s overall success rate, including infection rates, readmissions and complications. The Andrews Institute Total Joint Center has a success rate of greater than 99 percent and has been improving the quality of life for patients for years, allowing them to live longer, more active lives. For more information about TJR or to make an appointment, visit TheAndrewsInstitute.com.
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Robert Thomas (known as Bob Tom in his early years) and Gwen Snowden quickly list why they were meant for each other. Both were born in 1944. Both mothers were born and raised in rural Mississippi and graduated from Blue Mountain College, a small girls’ school in Blue Mountain, MS. Both fathers were Baptist ministers and attended Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, in Louisville, KY. Both were one of three children, and both moved to Jacksonville in the early 1950s and grew up there. Both took piano lessons from the same teacher in fourth and fifth grades. “I remember when I first saw the cute blond boy with dimples,” Gwen Snowden recalls with a smile. Both graduated from Stetson University, and Gwen was Miss Stetson
in 1964. Bob was Mr. Stetson in 1965. Today, they are Dr. and Mrs. Robert Snowden living happily ever after and still doing things together. “We love to spend time with our children and grandchildren. We also both enjoy watching college sports, and we prefer to dine out or take out,” said Gwen Snowden. Then Bob added, “Neither of us has much interest in cooking big meals, although this could conceivably change if I get bored enough,” Bob said, referring to the fact that he just retired from the practice of orthopedic surgery. As an afterthought, he said, “For most of my life, I have been known and identified as a physician and orthopedic surgeon. And although I continually remind myself that this is what I do, not what I am, there still is a certain sense of loss in knowing that this part of my life is behind me. I hope to remain involved in medi-
cine for several years to come, likely in some sort of consulting arrangement with Andrews Institute, and through one of the volunteer free medical clinics in the area.” Snowden was the team physician for Pensacola High and Washington High Schools, as well as a member of the Escambia County School Health Services Advisory Committee. He is also an Elder at First Presbyterian Church. Gwen Snowden, wife and mother, has contributed her share to the community and is well known for years of volunteerism. Her earliest community activity in Pensacola was that of PTA president at Cordova Park Elementary School.This was followed by a continuous string of volunteer activities, including Children’s Home Society, Council on Aging, Junior League (Bargain Sale co-chair),ARC, Board of Governors of Pensacola State College, board of PHOTO BY BEN TWINGLEY/btwingley@pnj.com Impact 100 and an Elder at First PresbyAbove: Dr. Bob and Gwen Snowden at home. terian Church. CONTINUED ON PAGE 06
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“We love to spend time with our children and grandchildren. We also both enjoy watching college sports, and we prefer to dine out or take out.”
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ONE CALL ELDER HELPLINE Northwest Florida Area Agency on Aging, Inc., Aging Resource Center: 5090 Commerce Park Circle, Pensacola. Ages older than 60 call local (850) 494-7100 or toll free (866) 531-8011; www.nwflaaa.org. Tallahassee office: (800) 96-ELDER — (800) 963-5337 CONSUMER RESOURCE GUIDE A comprehensive statewide elder resource guide is available from the Department of Elder Affairs at www.myflorida.com/doea. Click on “Publications,” then “Consumer Resource Guide.” A printed copy is available through the Elder Helpline, (850) 494-7100. UNITED WAY 2-1-1 Information and referral, United Way, call center open 7 days a week. (850) 595-5905; www.unitedwayescambia.org. NORTHWEST FLORIDA AREA AGENCY ON AGING One-stop services for elderly people: Assessment and referrals, SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program, utility assistance and loan closet. (850) 494-7100.
RESOURCES AND SERVICES AARP Membership organization, information and resources, legislative advocate for consumer and legal issues, benefits, special products and services including driver safety program. (888) 687-2277 or (202) 434-2277. ARC GATEWAY The ARC Gateway Senior Adult Program provides Adult Day Training to Pensacola-area seniors with developmental disabilities at: Bayview Senior Citizens Center.
The program offers support in positive social interaction, skill maintenance and access to the generic services and resources in the area. Participants enjoy a variety of recreational and leisure activities, congregate meals, community outings and health screenings. (850) 432-3490. CITY OF PENSACOLA NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES DEPARTMENT Educational, recreational and cultural opportunities. (850) 436-5670, www.playpensacola.com. COUNCIL ON AGING OF WEST FLORIDA INC. Council on Aging of West Florida is a local independent 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that has served seniors and their families since 1972. Council on Aging of West Florida helps seniors in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties live healthy, safe and independent lives in their own familiar surroundings. Programs provided by the Council include Meals on Wheels, numerous senior dining sites throughout Escambia and Santa Rosa counties, caregiver support and training, the Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion programs. The Council also operates an Adult Day Health Care Center, which offers a supervised, protective environment for adults with physical and/or cognitive impairments, as well as respite for their caregivers. For more information, call 432-1475 or visit www.coawfla.org.; www.facebook.com/coawfla; www.twitter.com/coawfla.org. COUNCIL ON AGING OF WEST FLORIDA VOLUNTEER PROGRAM (850) 432-1475. ELDER SERVICES OF OKALOOSA COUNTY (850) 833-9165, Fort Walton Beach.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE NAVY FAMILY SERVICE, PROGRAM PENSACOLA NAS Assistance with rent, mortgagAssistance with survivor es, prescriptions and utilities. benefits and rights, widows’ (850) 436-6425. outreach, assistance, and COBB RESOURCE CENTER VA and retirement pay. 601 E. Mallory, Pensacola. 151 Ellyson Ave., Bldg. 625, (850) 436-5192. Pensacola (850) 452-5990. CHUMUCKLA GOLDEN CARE AT COMMUNITY CENTER BAPTIST HEALTH CARE 2355 Hwy. 182 West, Jay. Membership program, discounts, activities and (850) 994-8811. health care information. JAY COMMUNITY CENTER (850) 469-2356, 5259 Booker Lane, Jay. (888) 242-5240; www.ebaptisthealthcare.org. (850) 675-4556. COMMUNITY ACTION RETIRED AND SENIOR PROGRAM COMMITTEE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Weatherization, (850) 679-4817, (RSVP — SANTA ROSA) prescriptions (850)438-4021, and Matches interest and skills with volunteer age 55+ with low-income energy assistance program. (850) 607-2088; the needs of organizations throughout community. www.capa-pensacola.org. (850) 983-5220. FLORIDA DEPARTMENT SALVATION ARMY OF FINANCIAL SERVICES Programs, activities and (800) 342-2762. Consumer resources; 1501 North Q St., Helpline, (877) 693-5236, Pensacola. (850) 432-1501. (850) 413-3089 (out-of-Florida H2U HEALTH, HAPPINESS, Helpline). YOU AT WEST FLORIDA HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE HOSPITAL 100 N. Spring St., Pensacola. Membership program, (850) 477-1947. discounts, activities and IN AS MUCH ADULT LIVING health care information. (850) 494-4961; www.west 1007 W. Wright St., Pensacola. floridahospital.com. (850) 438-7177. SENIOR SPIRIT AT SACRED GATEWAY CHURCH OF CHRIST HEART HOSPITAL Food: (850) 476-4466, 477-3378. Membership program, GOODWILL EASTER SEALS discounts, activities and - OUTREACH PROGRAM health care information. SERVICES (850) 416-1620 or toll free (850) 434-0032, 15 E. Brent (877) 416-1620. Lane, Pensacola WALTON COUNTY HILLCREST BAPTIST COUNCIL ON AGING CHURCH (850) 892-8165. Food for pickup on Fridays for area codes 32501, 32514, 32533, 32534; referrals: (850) AGENCY FOR HEALTH 476-2233. CARE ADMINISTRATION LIFELINE/LINK UP CONSUMER HOTLINE Telephone savings program: (888) 419-3456. (866) 899-7106. BEULAH SENIOR MANNA FOOD PANTRIES CITIZENS CENTER AND GARDENS 7425 Woodside Road. Food, referrals: (850) 432-2053. (850) 941-6057. MEDICARE (800) 633-4227.
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NORTHWEST FLORIDA LEGAL SERVICES Legal representation to indigent individuals, Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Pensacola. (850) 432-2336. PENSACOLA STATE COLLEGE Continuing-education and leisure classes. (850) 484-1797. SALVATION ARMY Rent, medical emergencies only. Utilities, life-sustaining prescriptions, clothing and food referrals. (850) 432-1501. SOCIAL SECURITY (800) 772-1213. ST. VINCENT DEPAUL Furniture and appliances only. (850) 434-6615. TLC CAREGIVERS 4400 Bayou Blvd. Suite 9, Pensacola. (850) 857-0920. UNITED MINISTRIES By appointment only. Rent, utilities. (850) 433-2333. UNITED WAY OF ESCAMBIA COUNTY 1301 W. Government St., Pensacola. (850) 434-3157. WATERFRONT RESCUE MISSION Shelter, men, (850) 436-7868; women, (850) 436-7857.
HOUSING ADULT FAMILY-CARE HOMES Approximately 40 such homes that provide assisted livingtype services in a supervised family environment. Details: Call the Elder Helpline at: local (850) 494-7100, toll free (866) 531-8011 or Tallahassee (800) 963-5337. AREA HOUSING COMMISSION Low- and moderate-income rental housing units for Pensacola and Escambia County, 1920 W. Garden St. (850) 434-2155, Central Applications Department. FLORIDA HEALTH CARE FACILITY LOCATOR www.floridahealthstats.com.
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AZALEA TRACE 10100 Hillview Drive, ELSEWHERE Pensacola. (850) 478-5200; ALTERRA STERLING HOUSE www.actsretirement.com/ OF BLUEWATER BAY home.asp. 1551 Merchants Way, BAPTIST MANOR Niceville. (850) 729-3323. 10095 Hillview Road, BELVEDERE COMMONS Pensacola. (850) 479-4000; (Formerly Benton House) www.ebaptisthealthcare.org/ 2000 Principal Lane, Fort Walton baptistmanor/. Beach, (850) 243-7735. BAYSIDE MANOR CARRINGTON MANOR 4343 Langley Ave., Pensacola. 3215 E. James Lee Blvd., (850) 477-4550. Crestview. (850) 423-1228. CENTURY CARE CENTER CRESTVIEW MANOR 6020 Industrial Blvd., 603 N. Pearl St., Crestview. Century. (850) 256-1540; (850) 689-7851. www.centurycarecenter.com. CRESCENT PARK VILLAGE EMERALD GARDENS 551 Redstone Ave. West, 1012 N. 72nd Ave., Pensacola. Crestview. (850) 683-3997. (850) 458-8558; CRYSTAL BAY SENIOR LIVING www.emeraldgardensalf.com. 2400 Crystal Cove Lane, Destin. HAVEN OF OUR (850) 267-1600; www.brookdale LADY OF PEACE living.com/crystal-bay.aspx. 1900 Summit Blvd., Pensacola. GRAND BOULEVARD HEALTH (850) 436-5900; www.sacredAND REHAB CENTER heart.org/haven. 138 Sandestin Lane, Destin. THE HEALTH CENTER (850) 267-2887. OF PENSACOLA HOWELL ALF NO. 1 8475 University Pkwy., 273 Howell Road, Defuniak Pensacola. (850) 474-1252; Springs, (859) 892-5622. www.healtcenterofpensacola. com. HOWELL ALF NO. 2 541 Mountain Valley Road, PENSACOLA HEALTH CARE DeFuniak Springs. FACILITY (850) 892-0631. 1717 W. Avery St., Pensacola. (850) 434-2355. MAGNOLIA TERRACE 5209 Hwy. 31 South, DeFuniak ROSEWOOD MANOR Springs. (850) 892-8348; 3107 North H St., Pensacola. www.magnoliaterrace.net. (850) 435-8400; www.ourparents.com. STANLEY HOUSE 718 Walton Road, DeFuniak SOUTHERN OAKS Springs. (850) 951-1880; 600 W. Gregory St., Pensacola. www.allianceseniorservices.com. (850) 437-3131; www.southernoaksrehab.com. TWIN CITIES PAVILION 1053 John C. Sims Pkwy. E., SPECIALTY CENTER Niceville. (850) 833-9212. OF PENSACOLA 6984 Pine Forest Road, WELLINGTON PLACE Pensacola. (850) 944-9997. OF FORT WALTON BEACH 233 Carmel Drive, Fort Walton CONSULATE HEALTH CARE Beach. (850) 864-4600; OF PENSACOLA www.brookdaleliving.com/ 235 W. Airport Blvd., wellington-place-fort-waltonPensacola. (850) 857-5200; beach.aspx. www.consulatemgt.com
UNIVERSITY HILLS HEALTH & REHABILITATION 10040 Hillview Road, Pensacola. (850) 474-0570.
SANTA ROSA COUNTY BAY BREEZE NURSING HOME AND RETIREMENT CENTER 3387 Gulf Breeze Pkwy., Gulf Breeze. (850) 932-9257; www.gulfcoasthealthcare.com. THE HERITAGE OF SANTA ROSA 5530 Northrop Road, Milton. (850) 983-8888. SANDY RIDGE CARE CENTER 5360 Glover Lane, Milton. (850) 626-9225; www.ourparents.com. SANTA ROSA HEALTH & REHAB CENTER 5386 Broad St., Milton. (850) 623-4661.
ELSEWHERE CHAUTAUQUA REHAB & NURSING CENTER 785 S. Second St., DeFuniak Springs. (850) 892-2176. GRAND BOULEVARD HEALTH & REHAB 138 Sandestin Lane, Destin. (850) 267-2887. DESTIN HEALTH CARE 195 Mattie M. Kelly Blvd., Destin. (850) 654-4588. EMERALD COAST CENTER 114 Third St. S.E., Fort Walton Beach. (850) 243-6134. LAKE DOCTORS INC. 8307 E. Bay Blvd., Navarre. (850) 939-5787. THE MANOR AT BLUEWATER BAY 1500 N. White Point Road, Niceville. (850) 897-5592. CRESTVIEW REHABILITATION CENTER 1849 E. First Ave., Crestview. (850) 682-5322.
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SENIOR SERVICES DIRECTORY FORT WALTON REHAB HEALTH/MEDICAL 1 LBJ Sr. Drive, Fort Walton Beach. (850) 863-2066. PERSONAL CARE SHOAL CREEK REHABILITATION CENTER 500 S. Hospital Drive, Crestview. (850) 689-3146. SILVERCREST MANOR 910 Brookmeade St., Crestview. (850) 682-1903. WESTWOOD HEALTH CARE CENTER 1001 Mar-Walt Drive, Fort Walton Beach. (850) 863-5174. SUBSIDIZED HOUSING For information, call the Elder Helpline at: local (850) 494-7100, toll free (866) 531-8011 or Tallahassee (800) 96-ELDER/ (800)-963-5337.
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AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION (800) DIABETES (800-3422383) or www.diabetes.org. ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION Management and self-help courses, exercise classes, support groups, physician referral lists and literature: 8383 N. Davis Hwy., Pensacola. (850) 471-1541 or (800) 578-7183. CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER Living skills, assistive devices, help with Americans with Disabilities Act: (850) 5955566. COVENANT HOSPICE Family support and care for individuals with life-limiting illnesses: (850) 433-2155, (800) 541-3072.
DEAF & HARD OF HEARING SERVICES OF NORTHWEST FLORIDA (850) 433-7128; www.dhhsnwfl.org. DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN & FAMILIES ADULT SERVICES PROGRAM Neglect assessments, support services, case management, counseling, escort services, home management and home care: 33 Brent Lane, Suite 103, Pensacola. (850) 483-6711. DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES Physical, vocational, social and economic tools: (850) 595-5282. ELDER ABUSE HOTLINE (800) 962-2873.
EPILEPSY SOCIETY OF NORTHWEST FLORIDA Education, medical assistance,support groups: 5192 Bayou Blvd., Pensacola(850) 433-1395; www.nwfepilepsynwfl.org. ESCAMBIA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRIMARY HEALTHCARE 1295 W. Fairfield Drive, Pensacola. (850) 595-6500. ESCAMBIA COUNTY SPECIAL NEEDS REGISTRY Escambia County Department of Public Safety Emergency evacuation services: (850) 471-6400. FLORIDA’S LONG-TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN COUNCIL Investigates complaints and advocates on behalf of residents of long-term care facilities. No charge. (850) 916-6720.
11 Senior Living 2013 INDEPENDENCE FOR THE BLIND OF WEST FLORIDA Keyboard and computer skills, adaptive voice feedback and screen enlargement: (850) 477-2663. LIONS SIGHT PROGRAM Exams and glasses: (850) 438-8989. MEMORY DISORDER CLINIC AT WEST FLORIDA HOSPITAL Evaluation, education, diagnosis and management: (850) 494-6497. MEMORY IMPAIRMENT I.D. BRACELET PROGRAM (COUNCIL ON AGING) Locate, identify and return people with memory impairment: (850) 432-1475. REHABILITATION FOUNDATION OF NORTHWEST FLORIDA Funding for inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient physical, occupational and speech therapy; funding for equipment: 2929 Langley Ave., Suite 202, Pensacola. (850) 478-0297. RESPONSE LINK OF PENSACOLA (850) 449-3616, (800) 894-1428; www.responselink.com. SANTA ROSA COUNTY SPECIAL NEEDS REGISTRY Emergency evacuation services: (850) 983-5360. SHINE: SERVING HEALTH INSURANCE NEEDS OF ELDERS Free insurance counseling, information about Medicare and health insurance coverage: (850) 494-7100 or (866) 531-8011. TLC CAREGIVERS Homemaker, companion, sitter and housekeeper personal-care service for elderly and disabled people: (850) 857-0920; 4400 Bayou Blvd., Suite 9, Pensacola.
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PENSACOLA COMMUNITY CENTER PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS BAYVIEW SENIOR CENTER, BAYVIEW PARK 2000 E. Lloyd Street, Pensacola. (850) 436-5190. COBB RESOURCE CENTER 601 E. Mallory St. (850) 436-5192. GULL POINT CENTER 7000 Old Spanish Trail. (850) 494-7360.
CONGREGATE MEAL SITES Please call 24 hours in advance to take advantage of the lunch program. A reservation is required, and a donation to cover the cost is voluntary. Most locations provide activities as well. The lunch program is a service of the Council on Aging of West Florida. For reservation information, call (850) 432-1475 or email mjerauld@coawfla.org.
ESCAMBIA COUNTY BAYVIEW SENIOR CENTER 2000 E. Lloyd St.,Pensacola. (850) 436-5190. Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Serving time: 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. BEULAH SENIOR CENTER 7425 Woodside Road, Pensacola. (850) 941-6057. Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Serving time: 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
CANTONMENT SENIOR CENTER 132 Mintz Lane, Cantonment. (850) 9686259. Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Serving time: 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. CENTURY SENIOR CENTER 6025 Industrial Blvd., Century. (850) 256-1012. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Serving time: 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. COBB RESOURCE CENTER 601 E. Mallory St., Pensacola. (850) 436-5192. Hours: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Serving time: 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. WESCO SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER 904 N. 57th Ave., Pensacola. (850) 453-7431. Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. shared covered dish: 11 a.m., Mon., Wed., Fri. FRICKER COMMUNITY CENTER 900 North F St., Pensacola. (850) 436-5195. Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Serving time: 11:15 a.m. Monday through Friday. GULL POINT COMMUNITY CENTER 7000 Spanish Trail, Pensacola. (850) 432-1475. Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Serving time: 11:15 a.m. Monday through Friday.
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BAGDAD COMMUNITY CENTER 6860 Pooley St., Bagdad. (850) 983-4500. Hours: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Serving time: 11:20 a.m. Monday through Friday. CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 5983 Dogwood St. Milton. (850) 983-4590. Hours: 9 a.m. to noon. Serving time: 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. CHUMUCKLA COMMUNITY CENTER 2355 Hwy. 282 West, Chumuckla. (850) 994-8811. Hours: 9 a.m. to noon. Serving time: 11:15 a.m. Monday through Friday. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF NAVARRE 9302 Navarre Pkwy. (Hwy. 98) Navarre. (850) 983-4500. Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Serving time: 11:15 a.m. Monday through Wednesday. JAY COMMUNITY CENTER 5259 Booker Lane, Jay. (850) 675-0810. Hours: 9 a.m. to noon. Serving time: 11 a.m. Monday through Friday. UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF PACE 4540 Chumuckla Hwy., Pace. (850) 995-3795. Hours: 9 a.m. to noon. Serving time: 11 a.m. Monday through Friday.
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A&E PHARMACY Free delivery in a threemile radius. 923 New Warrington Road, Pensacola. (850) 455-0381. CVS PHARMACY Delivery $1 for prescriptions, 1-2 mile radius, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday; 2100 W. Cervantes, Pensacola. (850) 438-9272. PFEIFFER DRUGS Free delivery for prescription drugs/nonprescription items, minimum $25 order, otherwise a $5 delivery fee; 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. 2501 W. Cervantes St., Pensacola. (850) 433-5404. THRIF-T DRUGS Delivery fee of $2 for prescription drugs/nonprescription items ordered at the same time; 14 W. Jordan St., Pensacola. (850) 433-2165. THE DRUG SHOP Delivery fee of $3 (Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays); 2040 N. 12th Ave., Pensacola. (850) 433-0031. THE TOWERS PHARMACY AT BAPTIST HOSPITAL Delivery fee of $2 for under four prescriptions, within a 5-mile radius. (850) 434-4549. APPLE MARKET Delivery of groceries for shut-ins once a week; 1021 Scenic Hwy., Pensacola. (850) 433-4381. CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING Applications for Americans With Disabilities Act transportation assistance. (850) 595-5566.
PENSACOLA BAY TRANSPORTATION CO. Door-to-door service, shuttles from north Escambia County and Santa Rosa County to Pensacola. (850) 476-8130. SPECIALTY CARE TRANSPORTERS Nonmedical local and long-distance ambulatory, wheelchair and stretcher transportation. (850) 476-3599. COUNCIL ON AGING OF WEST FLORIDA Serving Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties. (850) 432-1475. ELDER HELPLINE Local (850) 494-7100 or toll free (866) 531-8011. Tallahassee office: (800) 96-ELDER (1-800-963-5337). ESCAMBIA COUNTY AREA TRANSIT Special senior fares for bus rides. (850) 595-3228. NORTHWEST FLORIDA AREA AGENCY ON AGING Services for elderly people: Assessment and referrals, SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program, utility assistance and loan closet. (850) 494-7100.
OTHER SERVICES GRANNY NANNIES 4000 Highway 90, Suite G, Pace. 850-995-0599; www.grannynannies. com. Certified Nursing Assistants providing care. A variety of services.
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Age an insignificant number for Gulf Breeze athletes Allison McCrory Special to Senior Living
Norman and Violet Meeker of Gulf Breeze considered moving to The Villages retirement community near Orlando. But after touring it, they realized it was lacking a crucial element that they relish in Northwest Florida. “Vitality,” says Norman Meeker, 84, who lives in Gulf Breeze with his wife Violet, 85. They consider Northwest Florida uniquely life-infusing, especially for senior citizens who aren’t ready to assume the golden years automatically prohibit certain activities. The Meekers are medal winners in the Pensacola and Florida senior games — him for running and her for discus.Violet has also captured gold in the local senior games in doubles tennis consistently in recent years. In addition to those sports,
as well as taking in local opera performances, the Meekers enjoy cutting the rug at Sanders’ Beach Corrine Jones Community Center most every Tuesday evening. “We’re not good dancers, but we’re enthusiastic dancers,” muses Norman, who lists their favorite dances as classics such as the waltz, the polka and the tango. Norman is also partial to the more modern electric slide. Fellow runner John Hurd says his friend Norman’s heart is strong in more than one way. “Norman is a very unselfish person. He’s a super, prince of a guy,” he says, adding that Norman was awarded the Purple Heart. Likewise, Norman attributes much of his success to Violet, who prompted him to return to school at age 30, while she worked to make it happen. Through their combined efforts, he eventually earned a master’s degree.
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Above: Norman and Violet Meeker.
Now enjoying their good health and free time, the couple is reluctant to pinpoint one magic ingredient for well-being. Violet’s top tip is stretching daily. And she typically avoids most medications. Despite an intense sweet tooth, Norm vouches for ‘lots of fruit and healthy foods, as well as supplements. And of course, they value
movement. After all, it was sports that drew them together originally more than 60 years ago. Norman played third base on his regimental baseball team while stationed in Etajima, a Japanese island about 30 miles from Hiroshima. Violet worked in the Post Exchange and as a sportslover was allowed brief respites during the work day to watch home baseball games. “I played third base and she watched, and I liked the way she watched,” writes Norman in his book, “Shouting on the Way.’’ While the Meekers seem to be reinventing old age, they are quick to point out that they are far from alone among Northwest Florida seniors. Among other area senior sports standouts are: • John Hurd, 81, of Navarre, who took medals at the national senior games for 100- and
200-meter runs as well as holding state titles for the last 10 years. • Dan Keely, 74, of Cantonment, holds state and local gold medals in several running events. He founded The Pensacola Wings and coached youth track for many years. • Jim and Betty Frydrychowicz, 67 and 71, of Gulf Breeze. Betty completed the 2012 Boston Marathon, her 66th marathon, when much younger competitors were dropping out as a result of heat. Jim has run several marathons and half-marathons as well as 10Ks and 5Ks. • Roger Dobson, 66 of Jay, who holds several gold medals from the Pensacola and Florida senior games. As for Norman and Violet, staying active is the best path to pursuing the hobbies they love, according to Norman. “We both simply love participating in tennis, dancing, and track and field, and we have to stay somewhat fit to keep up.”
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We know that our population is growing older and living longer. The first of 78 million baby boomers started turning 65 in 2011. Life expectancy in the United Sates is at an all time high.Those who are age 85 and over are the fastest growing segment of the population. Did you know that over 48 million people are caring for older family members and friends? Current statistics show that approximately one geriatrician is available to provide medical care to every 10,000 baby boomers.The Affordable Health Care Act has made significant changes to Medicare which are still not fully understood by the health care professionals, much less the general population. Obviously, our older population is heading towards a crisis of care, which means all of us need to take more preventative action to maintain our wellness. Unfortunately, too many times, we wait until a crisis lands us at our physician’s office, the emergency room or a hospital stay.Waiting until after a medical crisis or significant change can have devastating effects on our future health, financial situation and overall quality of life. Take action now! As we age, four important numbers are a “must-know’’ to manage our wellness status and prevent the crisis. These are: (1) weight; (2) blood pressure; (3) cholesterol; and (4) blood sugar. Knowing these numbers will not help if we do not act on the information. Maintaining healthy numbers can reduce the risk of experiencing a lifechanging health crisis, such as a stroke, heart attack and type
II diabetes.Also, when we fail to manage these important numbers, we are at an increased risk of other injuries from a fall or accident. Maintaining proper nutrition and adhering to the correct medication routine is essential in preventing chronic and acute disease processes and undesirable events. However, as we age, these two areas become more and more difficult to manage and monitor. Too many ER visits and hospitalizations are a result of improper nutrition, dehydration or poor medication management. If you are a caregiver and asking the following questions, consider a retirement and assisted living community: What if she falls? What if he doesn’t take his medications right? Or forgets to take them at all? Is he eating right? Is the yard, house and laundry too much to handle? Is she lonely? When choosing a retirement and assisted living community, do your homework. Senior housing communities offer a variety of services with variable standards of care.
Quality of care can be measured by staffing ratios, access to a physician and specialized health care professionals and customer satisfaction. The Blake at Gulf Breeze offers comprehensive wellness programs that are designed to provide easy access to physician services, medication management, lab analysis, on-site physical therapy and exercise programs. In addition, housekeeping, 24-hour staff and nurse assistance, a full-time activity program and a full-service dining room enhance the quality of life and reduce the risk of a crisis that may have catastrophic consequences. Residents of The Blake benefit from daily socialization, activities, exercise sessions, transportation, diverse and quality dining services and health monitoring. For more information, contact a Blake representative at 850934-4306 and visit The Blake website at www.blakeliving.com. Article written by: Glenn Barclay, BS, MDiv, RN, Chief Operating Officer of Blake Management Group, www.qslmanagement. com.
Seniors stay active and help others outgoing attitude is contagious and a welcome gift for those who need it. Tana Varner is a star — that “I take care of the elderly is, if you go to the annual and also feed and clothe the Senior Follies production.The homeless and needy people 54-year-old Varner has been in our community. in the show for God has always three years and blessed me so I loves it. can be a blessing to “The people others,” she said. are amazing,” Finkley is raising she said. a son, Christopher Varner has Finkley, whom she been married adopted 10 years 35 years to John ago. and has two “I could not say daughters and no to the mother five grandchilPHOTO BY PHILLIP MAKSELAN who gave me her dren.The active Above: Tana Varner in baby. He and I Senior Follies production. volunteer to help lady loves to clog and is a someone in need long-time member of the every month in the Pensacola Clickin Cloggers. area.” “I work at Navarre High Fannie Finkley and ChrisSchool and love the kids topher are members of there. I always say I get paid Englewood Baptist Church. to harass teenagers, and “I am blessed to have the I don’t have to take them strength and time to volunhome with me. Plus I have teer while raising a 10-yearsummers off. I like to hang old son by myself.” out with my grandchildren and garden,’’ she said.“I am training for the Tower of Ter- ‘I can’t just sit around’ Richard Krouse, 70, moved ror 10-miler race at Disney to this area from the Northin honor of my grandson east in 2005 and has adapted Paul, who is in stage 4 renal to the failure.” There is no end to Tana Var- weather — and getner’s energy and dedication. ting older. He had ‘Growing old gracefully’ been an Fannie L. Finkley is a employee 65-year-old senior who is, of his local “growing old gracefully” and power PHOTOS BY is considered a special angel TARIS SAVELL comby those who know her.The pany for 35 Richard Krouse gracious years before retiring. lady is a “After working so many hairstylist years, staying at home was by trade a challenge. I did yard work and a for awhile, but that soon got caregiver old, so I started looking for a by nature. part-time job. I was lucky and Her found one as a doorman.” Fannie L. Finkley cheerful Krouse said he enjoys Taris Savell Special to Senior Living
helping people and talking to seniors, but doesn’t really like the thought of becoming a senior citizen, himself. “I can’t just sit around and not be active,” he said. The good-natured Krouse dreads the day that he won’t be able to get around by himself and hopes it just never happens. “What I really do like about becoming a senior is that I can take a vacation anytime, and my wife and I can go visit the grandsons whenever we want.That is the one advantage right now,” he said.
‘I have been truly blessed’
Joyce Johnson Ford, 70, enjoys spending time with her family more than Joyce J. Ford anything else, though throughout her life she has had a successful business career. Ford worked for Regis Paper Co.,The Mitchell Co., and the Airport Mini Warehouses in both clerical and managerial roles, and has recently worked at J’s Pastry and the Renfroe Pecan Co. “The most fulfilling part of my life is being the mother of two sons, Larry B. Johnson, Jr. and Michael L. Johnson, as well as a grandmother and great-grandmother. I never dreamed I would live to see my great-grandchild. I have been truly blessed.” When she’s not hugging a child, she spends time gardening and traveling with friends. She enjoys her church, promoting Pensacola, and is a good cook.
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Combined with exercise, many conditions — such as high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and osteoporosis — can be controlled or prevented with changes in eating habits.Talk to your doctor about the best diet for you. For most people, healthy food choices include lean meats, whole grains, and five servings of fruits and vegetables a day.
Quit Smoking
If you smoke, take steps now to quit. Many health risks, including cancer, strokes and heart disease, can be attributed to smoking. Smoking can also lead to excessive wrinkling of the skin.
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Health Checkups
See your doctor regularly for check-ups — even if you don’t feel sick — as some medical conditions don’t cause symptoms but can still have a big impact on your overall health. It’s important, too, to stay current with your immunizations and other health screenings. Ask your doctor which screenings are appropriate for you.
Advance Directives
An Advance Directive spells out the type of care and treatment you want if you become incapable of making your own health care decisions. Keep a copy of this directive in your personal files and give another copy to your doctor to be placed in your medical record.
Dental, Vision and Hearing Checkups
Proper care of the teeth and gums is particularly important for seniors, so brush and floss daily and get regular dental checkups. A variety of eye problems — such as cataracts and glaucoma — are common among older Americans, so see your eye professional regularly. Many seniors also experience hearing loss, so have your hearing checked on a regular basis, as well.
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Senior Living 2013
May 5, 2013
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