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November 2016

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Mr. and Ms. Quality Life: Franklin Charles Hensel and Darlene Shirley Gernert.

Mr. and Ms. Quality Life pageant crowns its 2016 winners Meet the newly crowned Mr. and Ms. Quality Life: Franklin Charles Hensel and Darlene Shirley Gernert, each current residents of West

Haven Manor in Apollo. On September 22, Don’t Stop Dreamin’ (the nonprofit arm of Quality Life Services) presented its seventh

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It’s beginning to be that time of year again when lots of fun holiday events are happening in the community.

Turn to page 12 for a list of things to do with your loved ones.

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Would you like to honor your loved one who is a military veteran? Here’s a fun way to do so that will bring a smile to everyone’s face.

This Musical Military Bear “sings” a salute to the US Military. You can choose from Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine bear, each One of five Musical Military Bear’s dressed in the appro- to choose from. priate military garb to represent their branch. The Marine bear sings “From the Halls of Montezuma”, the Army bear sings “The Army Goes Rolling Along”, the Navy bear sings “Anchors Aweigh” and Air Force bear sings “Wild Blue Yonder.” This cute and cuddly gift is a distinctive tribute and is officially licensed by the US Military. Or, choose the GI Bear, which is dressed in desert camouflage and sings “God Bless the USA.” All bears are 19 inches tall and are $29.95 plus shipping. To order, go to FirstStreetOnline.com and search for Musical Military Bear. BCSN

Veteran’s Day Parade slated for November 11 in downtown Butler The annual Butler County Veterans’ Day Parade kicks off at 2 p.m. on Friday, November 11 and will process along Main Street in downtown Butler. The parade will include high school bands, and various military units and veterans’ groups. Local senators and congressmen are expected to be in attendance. Come on out and salute our troops! BCSN

Butler County Symphony Orchestra presents Veteran’s Day Salute Honor our beloved Veterans, the heart of our nation, with a special Veteran’s Day salute presented by the Butler County Symphony Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. November 12 at Butler Intermediate High School, 551 Fairground Hill Rd., Butler.

Hear memorable themes from Victory at Sea, Barber’s Adagio for Strings, Hymn to the Fallen from Saving Private Ryan, and the Armed Forces Salute. Cost is $20. Call (724) 283-1402 or visit butlersymphony.org. BCSN

Estate Planning for Veterans

Every year around Veterans Day, the nation’s attention takes an alltoo-brief focus on recognizing our veterans for their heroic efforts. We at Heritage Elder Law would also like to extend our gratitude to the veterans for their brave service to this country.

I would also like to take this opportunity to explain a long term care benefit that is available to veterans.

Timothy Sechler Partner at Heritage Elder Law

As part of a comprehensive estate plan, families need to incorporate planning for the potential need of long-term care, as the growing cost of long-term care is the biggest financial threat to middleclass Americans.

In addition to the state benefits for all citizens, there is an additional opportunity for veterans to receive money from the Veterans Administration if they would need long term care. This benefit can pay more than $2,100 a month to help defray the cost of in-home care or a personal care home. This benefit, which is commonly referred to as Aid and Attendance, is a Godsend for families with a veteran receiving long-term care.

Some key things to know about the Aid and Attendance benefit: Aid and Attendance is a pension benefit and is not dependent upon service-related injuries. If the veteran meets the three aspects of eligibility; service, medical and financial, they can apply for this valuable benefit. Also, not only can the Wartime veteran receive this benefit, but many of their surviving spouses may be eligible, too.

That said, unfortunately, the Veterans Administration has proposed some changes to the eligibility requirements for this benefit, which we expect to become effective sometime in the year 2017. If you or a family member is a veteran and are either receiving long-term care or fear that you may need long-term care in the not-to-distant future, it may make sense for you to act now to ensure your eligibility for this benefit. Estate planning and planning for long term care is complicated. To find out more attend our free legal workshop.

To find out more about this topic and other legal issues affecting seniors, attend a FREE EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP at the Heritage Elder Law & Estate Planning, LLO, Mars Office on November 7 at 2 p.m. or November 17 at 6 p.m.; at the Butler Office November 2 at 2 or 6 p.m. or November 16 at 2 p.m. To RSVP or to find out about other upcoming workshops, call (724) 841-0004 or visit HeritageElderLaw.com.

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Take Charge of Your Blood Pressure

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s we age, the risk of high blood pressure increases significantly—so much so that two out of every three seniors will have elevated blood pressure at some point.

While a slight increase is normal an individual with high blood pressure is at much greater risk of heart failure, stroke, chronic kidney disease and heart attack.

The good news is, blood pressure is easy to monitor on your own, and it may be possible for you to make lifestyle changes to lower it. In addition, if lifestyle changes alone don’t lower it enough, your doctor can prescribe medications that can help keep your blood pressure at healthy levels.

To understand high blood pressure, picture a garden hose filling with water, but partially blocked. In a similar way, blood vessels and arteries can become blocked by plaques, which are formed by substances in the blood such as fat, cholesterol and calcium. Additionally, as we age, our blood vessels lose some of their elasticity, which creates greater pressure.

Understanding Blood Pressure Readings and Levels To help keep your blood pressure in check, it’s important to understand blood pressure readings, terms and levels.

A blood pressure reading is comprised of two numbers: Systolic Pressure: When the heart beats (top number) Diastolic Pressure: The pressure between heartbeats (bottom number) A blood pressure term to know is “hypertension.” Hypertension is another word for high blood pressure.

Blood pressure levels include: Low: Usually recognized at 60/90 or lower.

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Normal: Usually recognized as 120/80. However, be aware that the risk of developing high blood pressure can begin at levels as low as 115/75.

Prehypertension: Having a systolic reading of 120 to 139 and a diastolic reading of 80 to 89 means you are in the “prehypertension” category. If this is you, start making lifestyle changes.

Stage 1 Hypertension: Stage 1 means you have a systolic range of 140 to 159 and a diastolic range of 90 to 99. If you’ve been making lifestyle changes for a while, but haven’t reached your blood pressure goal, see your doctor.

Stage 2 Hypertension: A systolic pressure of 160 or higher and a diastolic pressure of 100 or higher is considered stage 2 hypertension. See your doctor. He or she may be able to offer medications that can help. Also, if you haven’t made lifestyle changes yet, start today.

Healthy Lifestyle Choices Help You Maintain a Lower Blood Pressure If you are considered overweight or obese, take steps to lose weight. But even if you aren’t, it’s important to maintain a healthy diet and get enough exercise: Diet: Salt can increase the amount of blood in your system since it makes you retain more water, so use less salt. Also, eat more foods high in fiber, and reduce your intake of high cholesterol foods.

Exercise: National guidelines recommend at least 30 minutes of exercise each day. For seniors, this can be as simple as walking more often.

Self-Check: Blood pressure can be checked easily at home with a home-use monitor. Also, many pharmacies and senior living complexes have self-checking blood pressure stations.

Medications and How a Doctor Can Help There are many different types of medications your doctor can prescribe that can help lower your blood pressure.

Sometimes, you may be given more than one prescription, depending on what is causing your blood pressure. Here are just some of the many types available: Diuretic: Helps your kidneys remove salt and water from your body, which in turn means you have less blood volume circulating in your blood vessels. Less volume in the vessels leads to lower blood pressure.

Beta Blocker: Slows your heartbeat and keeps it from pumping too hard, which reduces pressure.

ACE Inhibitor: Prevents your body from making a hormone that makes blood vessels tighten.

Others: Drugs known as calcium channel blockers, central agonists and peripheral-acting adrenergic blockers can help, too, as can other drugs.

Finally, remember: while lifestyle changes can be hard at first, don’t give up. Oftentimes minor changes can have a significant impact and help lower your blood pressure.

Also, see your doctor sooner rather than later if you have high blood pressure. BCSN

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Social Security offers resources for our wounded warriors

By George Ziecina Social Security District Manager, Butler For Butler County Senior News

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very Veteran’s Day, the nation honors the brave men and women who risk their lives to protect our country and the freedoms we cherish. Social Security honors veterans and active duty members of the military every day by giving them the support they deserve. A vital part of that is administering the Social Security disability program.

For those who return home with injuries, Social Security is a resource they can turn to for disability benefits. Social Security’s Wounded Warriors website is SocialSecurity.gov/ woundedwarriors. This website has answers to many commonly asked questions and shares other useful information about disability benefits, including how veterans can receive expedited processing of disability claims. Benefits available through Social Security are different from those available from the Department of Veterans Affairs and require a separate application.

The expedited process is available to military service members who become disabled while on active military service on or after October 1, 2001, regardless of where the disability occurs.

Even active duty military who continue to receive pay while in a hospital or on medical leave should consider applying for disability benefits if they’re unable to work due to a disabling condition. Active duty status and receipt of military pay doesn’t necessarily prevent payment of Social Security disability benefits. Although a person can’t receive Social Security disability benefits while engaging in substantial work for pay or profit, receipt of military payments should never stop someone from applying for disability benefits from Social Security. BCSN Learn more by visiting SocialSecurity.gov/woundedwarriors.

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National Family Caregivers Month encourages those helping loved ones to take good care of themselves

By Gina Mazza For Butler County Senior News

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n order to give care to others, it is vitally important to take care of oneself first. This is the meaning behind the theme for the 2016 National Family Caregivers (NFC) Month. NFC is celebrated each November as a time to recognize and honor family caregivers across the country, raise awareness of family caregiver issues, and help educate and increase support for those who care for loved ones in their family.

In fact, most family caregivers say they feel stressed providing care for a loved one, according to the National Family Caregivers Association. With all of their caregiving responsibilities—from managing medications to arranging doctor appointments to planning meals—caregivers typically put themselves last.

As a result, the stress of dealing with caregiving responsibilities leads to a higher risk of health issues among the nation’s 90 million family caregivers.

One out of five caregivers admit they have sacrificed their own physical health while caring for a loved one.

They are twice as likely to suffer

depression and are at increased risk for many other chronic conditions.

“So if you are a family caregiver, it is important to pay attention to your own physical and mental wellness, and get proper rest and nutrition,” Jen comments. “Only by taking care of yourself can you be strong enough to take care of your loved one.”

Follow these three important overall tips: Get proper nutrition. Ensure that you are getting proper nutrition in order to help maintain your strength, energy and stamina, as well as strengthen your immune system. Maintaining a healthy Continued on page 8.

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“It’s true that the first rule of taking care of others is to take care of yourself first, says Jen Callihan, care manager with the Butler County Area Agency on Aging. “Caregiving can be a rewarding experience, but it is also physically and emotionally demanding.”

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National Family Caregivers Month encourages those helping loved ones to take good care of themselves FCSP Grandparent Program

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The Grandparent Program is designed to provide assistance to older persons who are caring for the children of family members, and who live in the same household. Caring for a child in the home of a grandparent or older relative can be stressful. Support for the older caregiving adult is the primary focus of the program. Priority is given to caregivers with the greatest financial and social need who are raising children with special needs. Benefits include assessments of the caregiver and care recipient’s needs, respite care, financial assistance to purchase supplies and services, and other items on a case-bycase basis.

diet is one of the most powerful things you can do to take care of yourself and keep a positive attitude overall.

Ensure good nutrition for your loved one. As many as half of all older adults are at risk for malnutrition. Good nutrition can help maintain muscle health, support recovery, and reduce risk for re-hospitalization, which may help make your care of a loved one easier.

“Rest. Recharge. Respite.” People think of respite as a luxury, but considering caregivers’ higher risk for health issues from chronic stress, those risks can be a lot costlier than some time away to recharge. The chance to take a breather, the opportunity to reenergize, is vital in order for you to be as good a caregiver tomorrow as you were today.

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Local programs that help family caregivers Fortunately, a number of programs that support family caregivers are available through the Butler County Area Agency on Aging and the County of Butler.

Family Caregiver Support Program The agency’s Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP) offers services to meet the needs of both the older person and the caregiver. The process for getting help through FCSP is straightforward: A care manager assesses the needs of the family and develops a service care plan to meet the various needs.

Support Groups The program focuses on allowing the caregiver to choose the services they need most to care for their loved one.

The care manager provides support, care management, benefits counseling and assistance in applying for local, state and federal programs. “The FCSP assists eligible families with financial reimbursement of the cost of respite care services, medical and incontinence supplies not covered by insurance, home modifications, and assistive devices,” Jen mentions.

Through the benefits counseling portion of the program, information is provided about other local community services, federal and state programs, Medigap and long-term care insurance, respite care services, support groups and more.

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In Butler County, a number of support groups are available to help those caring for loved ones. One group that meets regularly (third Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.) is: Just What The Doctor Ordered, located at 350 Hansen Plaza in Lyndora. To learn more, call Erica or Hannah at (724) 287-2022.

Caregiver Action Network (the National Family Caregivers Association) began promoting national recognition of family caregivers in 1994. President Clinton signed the first NFC Month Presidential Proclamation in 1997 and every president since has followed suit by issuing an annual proclamation recognizing and honoring family caregivers each November. To learn more, visit Caregiveraction.org or call the Butler County Area Agency on Aging at (724) 282-3008. BCSN

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Senior Center events

_ Chicora Senior Center, lower level of Moose Hall, 117 West Slippery Rock St., offers the following events: recognize our veterans November 9; bingo at 10:30 a.m. and birthday celebration November 10; Christmas in Chicora from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. November 18 and 19; Thanksgiving party November 22; and light up night in Chicora from 4 to 8 p.m. November 27. The center is open from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Call (724) 445-2551. _ Cranberry Senior Center, Municipal Building, Rochester Rd., offers the following events: the difference in health care program at 11 a.m. November 3; Wheeling trip November 8; how to improve balance program at 11 a.m. and birthday celebration November 10; Veteran’s Day breakfast from 10 to 11 a.m. November 11; Thanksgiving party November 17; leadership meeting at 10:30 a.m. November 21; 500 card party at 12:30 p.m. November 29; and wellness Wednesday breakfast club at 8:30 a.m. November 30. The center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 772-6086.

drawing will be held at 12:30 p.m. December 1; birthday celebration at noon November 10; depression and anxiety program at 1 p.m. November 14; Thanksgiving party at 12:30 p.m. November 17; $1 root beer floats at 12:30 p.m. and leadership meeting at 1 p.m. November 21; breakfast fundraiser from 9 to 10 a.m. November 23, cost is $3.50; spaghetti dinner from 4 to 5:30 p.m. November 29, cost is $5; and wellness Wednesday breakfast club at 9 a.m. November 30. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 625-4466. _ Mount Chestnut Senior Center, Presbyterian Church, 727 Old Route 422, will offer the following events: blood pressure screening at 11:30 a.m. November 3; leadership council meeting at 12:45 p.m. November 7; birthday celebration November 10; Wii bowling November 14; and wellness Monday breakfast club at 10 a.m., book club at 10 a.m., and consumer protection program at 12:30 p.m. November 28.

The center is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Call (724) 282-6006. _ Slippery Rock Senior Center, Township Building, 155 Branchton Rd., will offer the following events: Medicare fraud prevention program at 12:30 p.m. November 3; birthday celebration and honoring veterans program at 12:30 p.m. November 10; pre-Thanksgiving celebration at 10:30 a.m. and leadership meeting at 12:30 p.m. November 17; and wellness Wednesday breakfast club at 9 a.m. November 30.

The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Call (724) 794-6440.

_ Evans City Senior Center, 426 East Main St., offers the following events: doughnuts and coffee from 10 to 11 a.m.

November 8; soup night fundraiser from 3 to 7 p.m. November 9; leadership meeting at 1 p.m. and birthday celebration November 10; white elephant bingo from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

November 15; living wills, wills and powers of attorney program at 1 p.m. November 16; and wellness Wednesday breakfast club at 10 a.m. November 30. The center is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Call (724) 538-9414.

_ Southeast Senior Center, Winfield Township Firehall, Brose Rd., offers the following upcoming events: chair volleyball at 9:30 a.m. November 1; Freddie the Music Man entertainment at 10 a.m. November 3; pierogi sale from 8 a.m. to noon November 8; birthday celebration at 11:30 a.m.

November 10; yoga-deep breathing at 9:30 a.m. November 15; leadership meeting at 10 a.m. November 17; walking group at 9:30 a.m. November 22; and wellness Wednesday breakfast club at 9 a.m. and game day from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. November 29. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call (724) 352-2036.

_ Mars Senior Center, Penn Mar Plaza, Gilkey Dr., offers the following activities: exercise and arthritis program at 1 p.m.

November 8; Christmas wreath raffle starts November 9,

_ West Sunbury Senior Center, West Sunbury Presbyterian Church, hours are from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday and Friday. Lunches are provided. Call (724) 637-2959. BCSN November 2016 • Butler County Senior News

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_ Butler Senior Center, 10 Austin Ave., (located in Tanglewood Senior Center), Lyndora, offers the following events: 500 card party at noon November 2; blood pressure screening from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. November 3 and 10; birthday celebration and leadership meeting at 11:30 a.m. November 10; Veteran’s Day celebration at 11:30 a.m. November 11; Thanksgiving party at 11:30 a.m. November 23; breakfast for lunch November 25; wellness Wednesday breakfast club from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and Christmas kick-off with center decorating November 30. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 285-5392.

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November Menu for senior centers

Tuesday, November 1: Pasta with )meatballs, mixed greens, peaches.

Wednesday, November 2: Baked pollack, baked potato, beets, fruit salad.

Thursday, November 3: Hot roast beef sandwich with gravy, whipped potatoes, sweet peas and carrots, cookie.

Friday, November 4: Cheeseburger, oven browned potatoes, coleslaw, fruit.

Monday, November 7: Sweet sausage, redskin potatoes, green beans, ice cream.

Tuesday, November 8: Shepherd’s pie, peas and carrots, coleslaw, pears.

Wednesday, November 9: Chicken breast, potatoes, carrots, fruit salad.

Thursday, November 10, Birthday menu: Stuffed steak, whipped potatoes, mixed bean medley, coleslaw, cupcake.

Friday, November 11, Veteran’s Day: Lasagna, mixed greens, warm apple crisp.

Senior Express The Butler County Area Agency on Aging

Serving you: About the Area Agency on Aging The Butler County Area Agency on Aging (AAoA) is a community service agency for older adults and has operated in Butler County since 1984. The Area Agency on Aging administers programs and manages services for Butler County residents who are 60 years of age or older. Agency programs and services are designed to serve approximately 38,000 older consumers who call Butler County home.

Butler County Commissioners Leslie Osche, Republican Kimberly Geyer, Republican Kevin Boozel, Democrat Area Agency on Aging Administrator: Beth A. Herold, RN, BSN, MBA

Monday, November 14: Swiss steak, creamed potatoes, lima beans, butterscotch pudding.

Tuesday, November 15, Breakfast for lunch: Egg omelet, sausage, potatoes, potatoes, fruit.

Wednesday, November 16: Beef stew with potatoes and vegetables, mixed greens, applesauce.

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Thursday, November 17, Thanksgiving special: Roast turkey, stuffing, whipped potatoes, carrots, pumpkin pie.

Friday, November 18: Breaded fish sandwich, cheesy bacon potatoes, green beans, pineapple and oranges.

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Monday, November 21: Pepper steak, parsley potatoes, carrots, applesauce.

Tuesday, November 22: Baked crab cake, cheesy noodles with broccoli, vegetable medley, peaches.

Wednesday, November 23: Chicken marsala, blended rice, Italian beans, fruit salad.

Thursday, November 24, Happy Thanksgiving.

Friday, November 25, Breakfast for lunch: Egg omelet, sausage, potatoes, fruit.

Monday, November 28: Italian meatball hoagie, seasoned new potatoes, mixed bean medley, tapioca pudding.

Tuesday, November 29: Pork loin, scalloped potatoes, sweet peas and onions, fruit.

Wednesday, November 30: Stuffed pepper cup, whipped potatoes, yellow beans, pears.

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Access to Services • Information and Referral • Assessment • Care Management

For more information, call or visit our office at Sunnyview Complex 111 Sunnyview Circle, Suite 101 Butler, PA 16001 Office Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Phone: (724) 282-3008

(888) 367-2434 Website: co.butler.pa.us/butler Email: aaainfo@co.butler.pa.us

Mr. and Ms. Quality Life pageant crowns its 2016 winners studies in New Kensington. His current interests include collecting coins and old bottles, and he is a lover of music, having been to more than 100 concerts. Franklin was escorted by friend Janet Less, and offered comedy and joke telling as his winning talent.

of the 10 Quality Life Services senior care homes participated in a mid-day pageant at the Chadwick Event Center in Wexford. Everyone enjoyed an afternoon of competition featuring talent, formalwear and personality rounds.

Pageant coordinators welcomed more than 250 attendees to celebrate these seniors with emcee, former KDKA Weatherman Dennis Bowman, and the 2016 pageant judges: Neil Ashbaugh of Butler County Business Matters, 2016 Miss Pennsylvania Samantha Lambert and Joel Lindsey of Joel Lindsey Entertainment.

About the winners: 2016 Ms. Quality Life (Ms. West Haven Manor) Darlene Shirley Gernert was born May 15, 1934. Darlene and husband Earl had two sons, Jeffrey and Gregory, who both reside in Washington, DC. Darlene was raised in Fayette County, attended school in Westmoreland County and is a former service representative for AT&T. Darlene loves to read, especially Scripture; the Book of Psalms is her favorite. Darlene was escorted by friend Nick Albert. Her winning talent was a vocal rendition of “The Old Rugged Cross”, accompanied

by Mary Lois Jordan.

2016 Mr. Quality Life (Mr. West Haven Manor) Franklin Charles Hensel was born February 28, 1934. Franklin enjoyed many years as a schoolteacher of social

Ms. Chicora Medical Center, Elaine Myers.

Representing the Chicora Medical Center were Elaine Myers and Denis Loose. Ms. Chicora Medical Center, Elaine Myers was born March 22, 1942.

Elaine is the proud mother of son Mark and daughter Michele. Previously staying busy as a mother and homemaker, Elaine now spends her time coloring, listening to music, reading magazines, doing crafts and being outdoors. Elaine is well known at Chicora Medical Center for her pleasant and cheerful attitude. Elaine presented pictures that she has colored as her talent is artistry.

Mr. Chicora Medical Center, Denis Loose.

Mr. Chicora Medical Center, Denis Loose was born April 5, 1953. Denis has worked in janitorial services and grew up in a large family with 1 sister and 5 brothers.

Denis is very friendly, and his interests include playing bingo & Phase 10, as well as watching the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pirates and Penguins. Denis is looking forward to attending a Steelers Game this season through Don’t Stop Dreamin’!

Denis read a poem about fishing as his talent is poetry. BCSN

Photos provided by Erica Lorenz-Hays for Butler County Senior News

To learn more about Quality Life Services, visit QualityLifeServices.com.

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Entertainments and Events • The Butler YMCA Turkey Trot 5K run/walk race will take place at 10 a.m.

November 5 at Butler YMCA, 339 N. Washington St., Butler. There will also be a kids one-mile turkey race. The course begins and ends at the Butler YMCA, with a loop through Butler Memorial Park. Shower facilities available after the race. Check-in at the Butler YMCA from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., race starts promptly at 10 a.m. Cost is $18 per person. Call (724) 287-4733 or visit butler.bcfymca.org.

Center, 2951 Prospect Rd., Slippery Rock. Discover the importance of “citizen science” to regional and global research and learn about bird movements, changes in distribution and population trends. This free, public program will introduce various birdrelated projects in which anyone can participate, ranging in time and commitment from one day to a whole year.

The program is designed for anyone ages 13 and older. Call (724) 794-6011.

• “Light Up Night” at The Streets of Cranberry will take place from 4 to 7 p.m. November 5. The event will take place at 20412 Rt. 19 North and includes bounce house obstacle course, photo booth, prize wheel, live ice carving demonstration, complimentary cider, Santa arrives on a fire truck and tree lighting with a 6-foot tall light switch.

• Sing Hosanna! will perform Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at 7:30 p.m. November 11 and 12 and at 2 p.m. November 13 at Succop Theater, Butler County Community College, 107 College Dr., Butler. Call (724) 287-8362

• Citizen Science is for the Birds will take place at 2 p.m. November 6 at Jennings Environmental Education

• Winter Berries for Birds program will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. November 12 at Succop Nature Park, 185 W Airport Rd., Butler. When winter sets in birds depend on plant resources to provide critical nutrients as insects become

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scarce. Discussions will be on native plants that help sustain birds during the harsh winter months. Participants will then be guided on a short hike to observe many of the plants discussed in a natural setting. Cost is $6 for members and $10 for non-members. Call (412) 963-6100 or visit aswp.org.

• The 19th annual German Christmas Market takes place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. November 12 and from noon to 4 p.m. at Harmony Museum, 218 Mercer St., Harmony. In the spirit of real German Christmas Markets, enjoy authentic food and entertainment, artisans and vendors, wagon rides, museum tours, German roasted nuts, Father Christmas and much more. Cost is $7 adults; $6 seniors; $3 youth. Call (724) 452-7341 or visit harmonymuseum.org.

• Lutherlyn and the Woodland Quilters present the annual quilt and pie auction at 2 p.m. November 13 at the

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Entertainments and Events

• Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland will presents its Christmas light and music extravaganza starting November 18 and will run through January 8 at the Big Butler Fairgrounds, 776 Unionville Rd., Prospect. Hours are from dusk until 10 p.m.* nightly, including holidays, even in the rain (* later on weekends).

Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays are popular nights to visit therefore lines may be long. Consider visit Mondays through Thursdays to avoid extended wait times. Cost is $25 per carload. Call (888) 321-7547 or visit shadrackchristmas.com for details.

• Enjoy holiday desserts from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. November 26 at The Old Stone House Museum, 2856 William Flynn Hwy., Slippery Rock. The warmth of the hearth provides a seasonal background for the preparation of authentic 18th Century pies, tarts, cakes, “little” cakes, and creams. Visit oldstonehousepa.org for details.

• Come out and enjoy the annual Spirit of Christmas Parade at 5:30 p.m.

November 26 on Main St., Butler. Call (724) 283-1500 for details.

• Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with the Pittsburgh Philharmonic and some holiday favorites with a performance of Holiday Pops at 8 p.m. December 2 at Succop Theater, Butler County Community College, 107 College Dr., Butler. Bring a toy for Toys for Tots and get a coupon for an upcoming show. Call (724) 284-8505 or visit bc3.edu/campus/butler/succoptheater/index.html.

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• Nicolette’s Tailor Shop and Specialty Gifts, 1263 Perry Hwy., Portersville, will host Paint a Watercolor Greeting Card from 10 a.m. to noon December 3. Learn how to blend a soft watercolor wash with simple watercolor technique to create a beautiful greeting card. Cost is $35 and includes prepared greeting card and use of supplies. Call (724) 445-7088 or visit whiteoakstudioandgallery.com.

• The Strand Theater, 119 N. Main St., Zelienople, presents It’s a USO Christmas at 8 p.m. December 9 and 10 and at 2 p.m. December 11. Cost is $35 for reserved seats and $25 for limited or obstructed view. Call (724) 742-0400 or visit thestrandtheater.org.

• Lend your voice to spread Christmas cheer throughout the Zelienople community at 1 p.m. December 18 for some caroling. Meet at the Spring Street Cafe, 100 E. Spring St., Zelienople, and grab a hot chocolate or coffee to go. Call (724) 452-0231 or visit myzeliepark.org. BCSN

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Lutherlyn Dining Hall, 500 Lutherlyn Lane, Butler. The auction will feature items from the Woodland Quilters as well as homemade pies and baked goods.

Auction is open to the public and no registration is required. Call (724) 8652161 or visit lutherlyn.com/support/ specialopportunities/auction.html.

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Fill in the Blank Find the missing word that makes sense with both words, before and after.

Answer correctly for a chance to win $30 cash.

1. Pocket___________dog

7. Tinker___________dog

13. Hot___________heater

2. Peanut___________fly

8. Hot___________house

14. Hula___________skirt

3. Blue___________shark

9. Adam’s___________pie

15. Bus___________watch

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10. Tissue___________airplane

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5. Liberty___________curve

11. Ant___________top

17. Hum_________spray

6. Nile___________otter

12. Clothes___________back

18. Skin________rope

To enter, mail your answers to Butler County Senior News Contest, P.O. Box 11126, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. One entry per person. Correct entries will be eligible for our drawing. One winner will be drawn. Entries must be received by the 15th of this month. Answers will be published in the next edition of Butler County Senior News.

Name________________________________________________ Address______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Phone____________________________Age________________

Congratulations to Thomas Freese who won last month’s contest. The answers were: 1. (J) Meteorites; 2. (G) Fruit; 3. (L) Mountains; 4. (D) Disease; 5. (P) Weather; 6. (A) Gemstones; 7. (C) Animals; 8. (I) Newborn humans; 9. (O) Skin; 10. (F) Earthquakes; 11. (Q) Soil and crops; 12. (R) Plants; 13. (N) Cells; 14. (B) Spread of disease; 15. (S) Animal behavior; 16. (K) Fossils; 17. (H) Insects; 18. (T) Fish; 19. (M) Birds; 20. (E) Moths and butterflies.

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• Our Assist Coach is available to individuals: with or without their own wheelchairs; with stairs or other obstacles at their residence; and those needing extra assistance in and out of their wheelchairs.

• BAS also provides emergency and non-emergency ambulance transports to sick and injured patients.

• We operate 11 ambulances from 3 stations, serving the community 24 hours a day.

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