Commun ty Matters Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor
June 2015
8 myths about aging, debunked By Pamela Blair for Next Avenue
The attitude that surrounds us is that old age in its most problematic sense starts somewhere between 50 or 60. Why is this? Perhaps we still buy into some outdated myths that life after 50 is the beginning of our decline. Living passionately and well, however, doesn’t stop at a certain point in one’s life followed by the destructive forces of aging. To age successfully, we need to be aware of the newer and older myths about aging that our current culture holds true. Here are 8 examples of the myths I’ve heard and what I know to be true: #1 Myth: Older women are depressed and lonely. Truth: Depending on circumstances, we may get sad and lonely from time to time, but the research shows that the least lonely and depressed women are over 75. #2 Myth: Older women are less successful in new pursuits. Truth: Some of the best and brightest women, though past the half-century mark in years, are still climbing the ladder of success in the world. MYTH, continued on page 3
The golf tournament’s Flight A winners, from left, Darren Mora, Michael Mora, Cody Hollister and Riley Dowler.
Strong turnout for golf tournament
Dick Metz Memorial Golf Classic benefits residents More than $19,000 was raised at the 21st annual Dick Metz Memorial Golf Classic benefiting the Good Samaritan Program at Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor. Nearly 100 golfers on 24 teams teed off May 2 in the four-person scramble tournament at Great Life Golf and Fitness. The tournament was named for the late Arkansas City native, Richard “Dick” C. Metz, who was a leading golf pro in the 1930s and ‘40s. He had 14 professional victories and was inducted into the Kansas Golf Hall of Fame in 1991. The event raises money for Presbyterian Manor’s Good Samaritan program, which provides assistance for residents who have out-lived their financial resources through no fault of their own. This year’s proceeds topped last year’s by about $3,000. There also were 20 more golfers this GOLF, continued on page 2
“Our golf tournament continues to be a huge success from year to year,” Griggs said. “We are so thankful that we have a large group of businesses and individuals who support the Manor and our mission.” The winning team members in Flight A were: Michael Mora, Darren Mora, Riley Dowler and Cody Hollister. In Flight B, the winners were Ryan Turner, Ricky Johnson, Rich Zavala and George Torrez. The Ball Drop contest is always a big draw as well. This year’s winners are: 1st place: $500: Tad Stover Flight B winners from left, George Torrez, Ryan Turner, Rich Zavala and Ricky Johnson. GOLF, continued from page 1
year than in 2014.
Community Matters
is published monthly for residents and friends of Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor by Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more at PresbyterianManors.org. Sarah Griggs, executive director Tara Clawson, marketing director Lori Peters, activities director To submit or suggest articles for this publication, contact tclawson@pmma.org. Telephone: 620-442-8700 Fax: 620-442-8224 Address: 1711 N. Fourth, Arkansas City, KS 67005-1607
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It’s just another sign of the great support for Presbyterian Manor in the Arkansas City community, Executive Director Sarah Griggs said.
2nd place: $300: Susie McDonald 3rd place: $200: Bud and Virginia McConnell Winners of the putting contest: 1st place: Otis Morrow 2nd place: Bob Moffett 3rd place: Greg Thompson
Devotional: I love you, too, God By Wayne Rector, Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor resident
A minister’s small daughter kept running into her father’s study while he was preparing his sermon for the following Sunday morning. And she would say, “I love you, Daddy.” And he, being very busy, would respond, “Yes dear, that’s nice. Now run along and play. Daddy’s busy.” Wayne Rector After several times of this she got his attention by saying,
“Daddy, it’s time you loved me!” Every day in countless ways God is saying to us, “I love you.” We get too busy sometimes or everything gets to running so smooth that we forget to say (or find ways of saying) “I love you, too, God.” I know this is certainly true in my case. Prayer: Our Father in Heaven, we thank you for all the love you have shown us and all the wonderful things you have done for us. Forgive us our sins and our shortcomings and help us to be aware of your help and presence day by day. In the wonderful name of Jesus we pray, Amen.
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#3 Myth: Older women have more stress in their lives. Truth: According to psychologists, older women have more stress-free days than younger ones. #4 Myth: Growing older is synonymous with the loss of meaning and purpose. Truth: Research and the elderly themselves are demonstrating that one’s later years can be the richest ever in wisdom and spirituality. #5 Myth: If you are older and reminiscing about the past or are becoming garrulous about the past, you are exhibiting signs of senility. Truth: These recollections are natural and appropriate, and their purpose is to resolve conflicts of life and to do a life review.
#6 Myth: The older you get, the faster time passes. Truth: Mathematically, those proverbial endless summers of your childhood were not even one minute longer than last summer.You have more routines now and routines lend uniformity, which makes it very easy to be oblivious to time. #7 Myth: Everyone wants to, and should be willing to, hear our wisdom and opinions just because we are older.
#8 Myth: Creativity is only for the gifted few and our talents dim with age. Truth: Creativity is not just for geniuses and the gifted. It is the energy that allows us to express ourselves in unique ways; it enables us to view life as an opportunity for exploration and it knows no age. Copyright© 2014 Next Avenue, a division of Twin Cities Public Television, Inc.
Truth: Even though we’re older and wiser, we don’t necessarily know everything and are OK with that.
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June birthdays Happy birthday to the following residents celebrating their birthdays in June:
Joann Taylor Velora Bradshaw
Coming Up in Community Matters Everyone has a story to tell... We’ll be talking about education in an upcoming edition of Community Matters. Were you a teacher or a school administrator? Do you have fond memories of what school was like when you were young? Are you amazed at the changes in schools now that your grandchildren and great-grandchildren are attending?
If you’d like to share your thoughts or memories, contact Marketing Director Tara Clawson and your story may be selected for inclusion in an upcoming Community Matters newsletter.
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