February 2019
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Lisa Dapprich with her mini therapy horses Tashie, Jiminy Cricket and Princess Lily.
Miniature “therapy horses” brighten the lives of local seniors By Gina Mazza For Beaver County Senior News
R oss Township resident
growing trend because these tiny equines are uniquely suited for it.
Lisa Dapprich has enjoyed riding horses for most of her life, and now she is partnering with her four-legged friends to bring joy to others’ lives, as well.
Even Lisa, who has been training retired racehorses for decades, knew nothing about miniatures. “I thought they looked cute, but what do you do with them?” she wondered.
As the founder of Lovebug Therapeutic Horses, LLC, Lisa trains miniature horses to serve as therapy animals. Most folks are familiar with canines being employed in the role of service and therapy animals, but the use of miniature horses is a slowly
As it turns out, minis are quite adept at helping the elderly, people with disabilities, hospital patients and others in recovery. The simple act of petting them brings calm and comfort. Even smaller than ponies, minis are affectionate, high-
ly intelligent and easy to train, and they live longer than dogs—about 25 to 30 years. How Lisa got into animal therapy work is a story of healing in itself. “It all ties back to my mom, Betty,” Lisa explains. “Mom had been living with me since about 2016, during the past few years of her life. I’d bring the horses into the house for her to see. As therapy animals, part of their training is experiencing being in a small room, standing still, being around crowds and noise, walking Continued on page 8
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Penguins hockey exhibit at Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum set to score big Professional ice hockey in Pittsburgh dates back to 1895, yet one Penguins player elevated the city’s love for the game like none other: Mario Lemieux. Drafted in 1984, Mario forever changed the Penguins’ franchise and became one of the greatest players in National Hockey League history. The exhibit includes Lemieux’s 1991 Stanley Cup jersey and other artifacts. While you’re at the museum, don’t miss seeing: • Duquesne Gardens: Learn about Duquesne Gardens’ rich history, from the founding of the Ice Capades to the success of the Pittsburgh Hornets minor league professional hockey team. Photo by Annie O’Neill
Enjoy dozens of artifacts honoring nearly a half century of Penguins history.
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• Let’s Go Pens! Let’s Go Pens! See artifacts from the greatest players in Penguins’ history, including Lemieux’s skates and Sidney Crosby’s hockey stick from his record-setting rookie season in 2005.
ing with the opening of a new sports exhibit at the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, located inside the Senator John Heinz History Center in the Strip District. The long-term exhibit opens Saturday, January 26. Sharpen your skates and glide through the history of ice hockey in western Pennsylvania, from its early beginnings at the iconic Duquesne Gardens, through the founding of the Pittsburgh Penguins in 1967, to the team’s five Stanley Cup Championships. Along the way, enjoy game-used artifacts from today’s stars, including Sidney Crosby, Evgeni Malkin and Marc-Andre Fleury. The Penguins drafted Mario Lemieux 30 years ago, forever changing the fortunes of a once-struggling franchise.
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Pose like former Penguins goalie Tom Barrasso and take a photo of yourself making the game-winning save in the Sports Museum’s hockey section. • Protect the Net: Pose and take a photo of yourself making the game-winning save. The Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum is located at 1212 Smallman Street. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. To learn more, call (412) 454-6000 or visit heinzhistorycenter.org.
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This Valentine’s Day, reignite your romance with a weekend getaway By Kimberly Blaker For Beaver County Senior News
Regardless of your age or how long you’ve been married or in a relationship, nurturing it is necessary to maintaining and strengthening your bond and keeping the romance alive. So this month, consider taking a fun weekend getaway to reignite the spark. Great escape weekends
Dude Ranch – Spend a weekend cowboy style at one of the many dude ranches offering accommodations around the country. Enjoy horseback riding, wagon rides, hiking, fishing, cowboy cookouts, dancing, relaxing in a hot tub, and plenty of western charm. Golf Getaway - Choose from one of many weekend golf packages or create your own by making accommodations near some of the courses you most want to play. Bed and Breakfast – Find a B&B in a quaint town with old-time charm. While you’re there, stroll through a historical neighborhood, window shop, dine in local cafes, enjoy old-fashioned ice cream, take a riverfront walk, and visit local historical sites. Or spend the weekend savoring each other, having breakfast in bed and catching up on movies. Don’t forget to bring fragrant candles, a portable stereo and your favorite music. Trip Down Memory Lane –Make a reservation at a hotel in the area where you met and spend the weekend revisiting your past. Eat at the restaurant of your first date, visit parks you once enjoyed, or even reenact some of your favorite dates. Culture and Class – Select a top-notch hotel with fine dining and luxurious rooms. Reserve tickets in advance to an area play or musical. Wear your best attire for a night out on the town.
Pull this off, and you’ll have your partner eating out of your hand.
Amusement Park Fun – Get in touch with your inner child. Make your reservation at an amusement park resort so you can take breaks and come and go as you please. Music Lover’s Weekend – Buy concert tickets then reserve a room near the concert hall. Catch a cab or ride-sharing service for a guaranteed designated driver. Winter Resort – If you like the cold and snow, go somewhere outdoors to hit the slopes or cross-country trails, toboggan, or go ice skating. Later, warm up with hot cocoa by a roaring fire. Festival Fun – Contact your visitor’s bureau, chamber of commerce, or visit an online event directory to discover upcoming festivals, and book a reservation in the area. Camping and Canoeing – Enjoy a weekend of water fun, sunshine and sleeping under the stars. Find a canoe rental facility that offers riverbank camping and overnight trips. Second Honeymoon – Renew your vows and take a second honeymoon. Write your own promise to recite to your partner, and don’t forget the honeymoon suite. Total Surprise – Concoct a story about going to dinner, an out-of-town furniture store that you’ve been dying to visit, or whatever it takes to get your spouse on the road with you. When you reach your destination, act confused and explain that you got your directions wrong. Pull into a hotel parking lot (conveniently where you’ve already made reservations). Then say you’ll run in and ask for directions. After you’ve checked in, surprise your partner with a weekend to remember. Getaway tips: • Research and plan your weekend so it isn’t over before you get started. • Discuss your expectations with your partner beforehand so you don’t arrive with different ideas that’ll lead to disappointment. Come to a mutual agreement that meets both of your needs so you’ll both come home feeling renewed. • Discuss costs and spending in advance to avoid arguments that could ruin the weekend. • Leave your cell phone or pager at home (or turn it off) to avoid unnecessary interruptions.
Make accommodations with an in-room Jacuzzi and relax after enjoying a mini-shopping spree.
• Keep in mind some things might not go as planned. Take it in stride and be flexible. After all, it’s just about being together and celebrating your love. Kimberly Blaker is a blogger and author of “Horoscopes: Reality or Trickery.” To learn more, visit modernfamilystyle.com.
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Regardless of where you live, you can find plenty of escapes within a half-day’s drive or less; or consider hopping on a short flight for more choices. Get your wheels spinning with these ideas.
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Continued from page 1 on different surfaces like elevators, carpeting and tile, and being around wheelchairs and walkers.” Then Betty was hospitalized for congestive heart failure in September 2017 and did 10 days of rehab at UPMC Cranberry Place. “I saw that they allowed therapy dogs to come into the rehab facility, so I brought my dog Molly,” Lisa says. “I remember that there was a patient in the hallway. Molly went right up to her. The look on her face was priceless! She instantly brightened. That was my first experience with the joy that older adults can get from interaction with animals and it prompted me to do more research about therapy animals.” Around the same time, Lisa had joined a horseman’s private group on Facebook. She noticed that some of the discussion was about how miniatures are being used for service and therapy.
“Molly was too protective of Mom so I couldn’t continue to bring her to the facility for visits but I started researching the minis. I saw an opportunity and I got focused on it.” A few weeks later, Lisa adopted her first miniature, Jiminy Cricket, from a rescue in Ohio. She later adopted a second one, Princess Lily, from a breeder; Tashie (short for Natasha) joined the family last month. Until that time in her life, Lisa had been working mainly as a hair stylist and did standup comedy on the side. Then several life-altering events prompted her to reassess some things. In December 2015, doctors discovered a tumor on her heart. “There were complications from the surgery to remove it, and I had serious complications and went into cardiac arrest.” she recalls. “When that happened, it changed me for the better. I spoke to God and said ‘Well, I’ve had a great life,’ and He said, ‘No, you’re staying here.’ I knew He obviously
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wanted me here for a reason. The first reason was obvious: to take care of Mom. She was my number one priority. Then when this idea came about with the horses, I prayed about it and asked for help in making it happen. That’s when I got my first two horses and got my feet wet, but at that time I was still focused on taking care of Mom.” Then Betsy passed at the age of 91 and Lisa temporarily lost her motivation. “I didn’t really feel like doing anything. I put my standup on hold because nothing was funny anymore.” But a silver lining emerged from those overcast days. “Word slowly got out about the horses and people started contacting me to bring them out. When I started to see the smiles they brought to others’ faces, it became therapeutic for me, too.” So Lisa figured it was time to get back in the saddle. “I thought, ‘Well, I know business [as a sole proprietor hair stylist] and I know horses, so it’s time to get this going’.”
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Since making that decision, Lisa has taken her horses, which are housed in Beaver County, to senior communities and senior care facilities around Allegheny County like Concordia Franklin Park, Hillview Homes in Coraopolis and (later this year) Arden Court in the North Hills. “During one of those visits, a woman there talked excitedly and at length to me about horses,” Lisa recounts. “When our conversation ended, the nurse informed me that this woman was usually nonverbal. That floored me! I would never have guessed that.” On another visit, a 100-year-old resident told Lisa that it was the first time in her life she’d petted a horse. “I thought that was pretty cool.” Visits can be customized based on the facility and include an educational component that gives a background on the mini horses. The $150 charge (for one horse per one hour) essentially covers the costs to transport the animals to the site.
Caroline Ulizzi visits with Jiminy Cricket.
Lisa also provides the horses for children’s parties, family picnics, parades, school visits, and community centers and parks. “The first birthday party I did was with Jiminy, and it was his first gig. It was a party for a five-year-old. Jiminy nailed it! He’s still my ‘go to.’ I can take him into any situation.”
Mariah Hancock with Tashie, Jiminy Cricket and Princess Lily.
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Lisa is working toward becoming a certified instructor through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International, which promotes equine-assisted activities and therapies for individuals with special needs. She plans to grow her brood, possibly acquire nonprofit status and expand her offerings to include grief counseling, visits to women’s crisis shelters, and more. Lisa still runs her hair styling business and takes good care of her clients, but, she concludes, “I work my horse therapy business in with the rest of my life, because this is my passion and my calling.” To learn more or to book the horses for an event, call Lisa at (412) 414-8967 or visit facebook.com/LovebugTherapeuticHorses.
Miniature Princess Lily nuzzles with a full-size horse.
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Beaver County AARP Tax Aide sites Don’t forget to bring these items to the tax prepartion site when filing your returns: * Photo ID (for you and your spouse, if filing jointly) * Social Security card or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) for yourself, your spouse and each person to be claimed on your return * Birthdates for every person on the return * W-2 forms for all jobs held in 2018
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Tax Aide volunteers are available to assist low- and moderateincome taxpayers with preparing and filing their income tax returns. Help is free of charge. Membership in AARP is not required. Some complex tax returns may be out of the scope for this service. The following sites are now taking appointments through April 12. Beaver County AARP Tax Aide sites
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Beaver Memorial Library 100 College Ave. Beaver Monday and Friday 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. By appointment only Call: United Way of Beaver County (724) 774-3210 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. to schedule Pathway Church 2390 Braun Rd. Beaver Falls, Chippewa Township Wednesday 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. By appointment only Call: United Way of Beaver County (724) 774-3210 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. to schedule
Circle of Friends 371 Linmore Ave. Baden Tuesday and Friday 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. By appointment only Call: (724) 869-4224 to schedule A Spanish-speaking tax counselor is available at this location. Center Township Fire Hall #1 3885 Brodhead Rd. Aliquippa Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. By appointment only Call: (724) 508-3401 to schedule New Life Presbyterian Church 2795 Patterson Dr. Aliquippa Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Walk-in appointments only
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Online shopping experience highlights fashionable, functional clothing and more for seniors and those with disabilities
Many older adults and those with a disability know
that it can often be challenging to find clothing and accessories that are fresh and fashionable yet accommodate the health and physical needs of an impaired or aging body. “Just because you have arthritis, use a cane, or have vision or hearing loss, it doesn’t mean you want to wear frumpy clothing,” says Alexandra Connell, founder of a new company that is bringing together designers in an online marketplace called PATTI + RICKY. (The company is run by Patti Connell and Ricky WargaArias, hence the name.) The company works with more than 50 designers, many of whom have disabilities or a loved one with a disability. These designers offer an inventory of stylish and functional clothing, snazzy canes, Braille jewelry and much more—even lingerie—for women, men and children. Other items include blouses with smart closures, compression leggings, artistic arm slings, belts with Velcro closures, beautiful ear cuffs for hearing aids, eye patches and belt bags. The company donates 10 percent of its annual profits to nonprofit organizations that support inclusion and provide access for individuals with disabilities. To learn more, visit PattiandRicky.com, email info@pattiandricky.com or call (303) 578-6594, TTY 1 (800) 439-2370 or 711.
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MagnaReady apparel offers easier alternative to buttons Flannels are a favorite shirt
option for cooler temperatures because they are warm, durable and never go out of style. These and other dress styles of shirts typically have buttons, but why fiddle around with fastening buttons if you don’t have to? After all, getting dressed shouldn’t be a stressful task. The founder of the adaptive clothing company called MagnaReady, Maura Horton, understands that. In fact, the concept for MagnaReady came about when her husband was diagnosed at an early age with Parkinson’s disease. A college football coach, he was unable to button his shirt in the locker room one day after a game due to limited mobility. Maura, a former children’s clothing designer, invented a way to magnetically infuse the buttons on his shirts, thereby restoring his freedom to do his daily routine. The company now carries a full line of patented, magnetically infused clothing for men, women and children. The items come in classic styles such as Polos, short- and long-sleeves, and dress and sports styles. They also have a variety of ties and pants. All materials are machine washable, wrinkle-free and soft to the touch. The apparel is perfect for anyone who deals with limited mobility in any way, or just for anyone who wants to be fashionable will enjoying ease while dressing. MagnaReady apparel is available at Macy’s, Kohl’s, JC Penney or online on Amazon.com or the company’s website. To learn more, visit magnaready.com.
Celebrate eating with a focus on your health • Make food safety part of your everyday routine. Knowing how to keep food safe to eat is even more important for older adults. Learn more at foodsafety.gov. • Find activities that you enjoy and be physically active most days of the week. This is good for your heart, your health, and your social life. Just be certain that your MD is on board with your choices. • Try the “simple” life: basic foods, cooking from scratch, gardening and frequenting farm markets. The “foodie” generation has caught our attention. For some, it’s an outlet to explore food. For others, it is an expense (ingredients for a specific recipe with limited use) or an addition of some not-so-healthy options when it comes to our hearts and our waistlines. • Make a goal to eat and enjoy rather than waste food. Finding ways to share or repurpose foods. Those extra vegetables can combine with broth and noodles for a soup. Cooked meat or chicken with some frozen or chopped fresh veggies make a great stir-fry. Mashed potato cakes with onion and cheese add a special touch to a meal.
We are in the midst of Heart Month
and National Nutrition Month. So put down the cookie, grab a piece of fruit and read on! The messages from the American Heart Association and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics should be familiar but here are some reminders of small changes you can make that result in a big difference in your health. • Discover the benefits of a healthy eating style and include foods from all the food groups. Visit choosemyplate. gov for a basic healthy framework. • Sit and enjoy the food without the interruption of your phone or TV. Check out the Mediterranean diet a combination of heart-healthy and health-promoting foods and enjoyment of food (and yes, a little wine). Did you know that it takes about 20 minutes from chewing until the time your brain registers that you have taken in calories? Chew slowly and taste the food. • Select healthier options when eating away from home. Restaurants should have nutrition information on their menu choices. • Be mindful of portion sizes. Know how much is reasonable for you and stop before you get there.
Sliced Fruit with Honey-Vanilla Yogurt Dip Ingredients
Directions
2 c. green or red grapes (halved, if desired)
Chop and prepare each fruit: halve the grapes (if desired); peel and slice the bananas; and slice the apple. Arrange on a large plate or platter.
2 medium bananas, peeled and sliced (about 2 c. banana slices)
recipes.heart.org
1 red or green apple, cored, thinly sliced
In a small bowl, add yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir together until combined. To serve, dip fruit into the yogurt.
1 1/2 cups plain, fat-free Greek yogurt 1 T. honey 1 t. vanilla extract
Recipe from recipes.heart.org
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For more tips and personalized recommendations, consult the nutrition experts, like a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist. Another good resource is eatright.org/for-seniors.
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PITTSBURGH PENGUINS TRIVIA Answer all the questions correctly for a chance to win $30 and two passes to the Senator John Heinz History Center! Answers will be published in the April edition of Beaver County Senior News.
Questions: 1. How many goals did Mario Lemieux score during his hockey career?
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2. What was the second name of the Pittsburgh hockey team? 3. When did Hockey start in Pittsburgh? 4. What year was the name of the Civic Arena changed to Mellon arena? 5. Who did Mike Sullivan replace as head coach in 2015?
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Heinz History Center lecture features “Black Power and Black Politics of the ‘60s and ‘70s The African American Program at Senator John Heinz History Center’s fifth annual Black History Month Lecture will feature Leonard Moore, PhD, who will speak on the topic of Black power and Black politics of the 1960s and 1970s. The lecture will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, February 28. Moore, a Cleveland, Ohio native, is the vice president for diversity and community engagement and the George Littlefield Professor of American History at The University of Texas at Austin. He teaches a popular class there on the black power movement and a signature course titled “Race in the Age of Trump.” He is also the author of three books on black politics and he is currently working on a biography of Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., the controversial pastor, congressman and civil rights leader. Admission to this event is free, but does not include access to museum exhibitions. Heinz History Center is located at 1212 Smallman Street in the Strip District. To learn more, call Samuel Black, Director of African American Programs, at (412) 454-6391 or visit heinzhistorycenter.org.
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Exhibits Highlight African American Heritage in western Pennsylvania. The Smithsonian-affiliated Senator John Heinz History Center interprets and preserves African American heritage year-round through a variety of events and exhibitions curated by the museum’s African American Program. In addition to Black History Month programs, African American history is on display daily within the center’s six floors of exhibitions: Smithsonian Channel Documentary Screening: “The Green Book: Guide to Freedom” Tuesday, Feb. 19 Heinz History Center 6:00 – 8:15 p.m. From Slavery to Freedom Film Series: “Negroes with Guns: Rob Williams and Black Power” Wednesday, Feb. 20 Carnegie Library – Homewood Branch 7101 Hamilton Ave., Pittsburgh 5:30 – 8 p.m.
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