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the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Advisory Committee to serve the City as an advisory resource on accessibility and to provide valuable input in determining disability policy for the City. The Committee is comprised of local residents with disabilities as well as individuals serving Vacaville residents with disabilities, and meets monthly to review and discuss ADA improvements throughout the City. Each year, the City of Vacaville sets aside dedicated funds for ADA improvement projects that are recommended by the Committee. The projects, typically consisting of curb ramps, accessible pedestrian signals, and trip hazards, are evaluated based upon need, cost, and benefit to the community. The Committee reviews the details of the requests and prioritized projects are then recommended to the City for completion. In early 2019, the Committee approved and completed the first phase of the Rocky Hill Pedestrian Improvements Project which included the installation of six curb ramps along Rocky Hill Road. The project will ultimately create an accessible path of travel from the neighborhoods along Rocky
Hill Road to Markham Elementary School. Additional phases of the Rocky Hill Pedestrian Improvements Project are set to be completed each year as funding becomes available. Another project completed by the Committee in 2019 was the Accessible Pedestrian Signal Project, which included the installation of accessible pedestrian signals at three major intersections in Vacaville: Nut Tree Parkway at Nut Tree Road, Bel Air Drive at Nut Tree Road, and Ulatis Drive at Allison Drive. The accessible pedestrian signals make crossing busy streets safer for residents with visual impairments, and make our retail and transportation centers more accessible. The ADA Advisory Committee and its members are invested in improving the quality of life for those who live and work in Vacaville, and the
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Committee benefits greatly from the diverse backgrounds of its members and their unique contributions to creating a more accessible community for all residents. The Committee is always seeking to grow and encourages anyone that is interested in the Committee to attend a meeting to learn more. Meetings are held at Vacaville City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, in Public Works Conference Room #2, every fourth Wednesday of the month. All meetings are open to the public. For more information on the ADA Advisory Committee, including upcoming or past meeting agendas and member requirements, please visit www. cityofvacaville.com and look for the ADA Advisory Committee page under the “Residents” tab, or call (707) 469-6509.
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Register at AlertSolano.com to get alerts in an emergency.
n Confirm or update your contact information with PG&E by calling 1-866743-6859 or visiting pge.com/wildfirealerts.
n Keep your refrigerator and freezer doors closed. Refrigerated foods should remain safe to eat for several hours, and frozen foods should remain safe for an extended period.
n Register life-sustaining and powered medical equipment with PG&E Medical Baseline Program. This allows PG&E to notify you in advance of rolling blackouts, as well as to get a reduction in your energy bill.
• If in doubt about the safety of any food, throw it out. n Consider a backup source, such as a generator or alternative power sources.
n Keep a flashlight or lantern equipped with fresh batteries within easy reach.
n Know how to open your garage door if the power goes out.
For people with limited reach or grasp, inexpensive battery-operated touch lamps are a good option. Such lights can be installed in areas of greatest use and are small enough to be carried in an emergency.
n Have a backup location or place where you can go. Additional resources: Power outages (Ready.gov) https://www.ready.gov/power-outages
Do not use candles for heat or light, as they can be a fire hazard.
When the power goes out (CDC) https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/poweroutage/needtoknow.html
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TIPS FOR THE THOSE WITH MEDICAL DEVICES For those who have electricity or battery-dependent assistive technology and medical devices, especially lifesupport equipment (e.g., ventilators, apnea monitors, dialysis machines):
• Teach your neighbors and caregivers how to use your backup systems and operate your equipment.
l Register life-sustaining and powered medical equipment with PG&E Medical Baseline Program. This allows PG&E to notify you in advance of rolling blackouts, and get a reduction in your energy bill. Call 1-866-743-6589 to get more information on how to enroll and to update your contact information.
l Ventilator users should keep a resuscitation bag handy. The bag delivers air through a mask when squeezed.
• Make a plan for how to recharge batteries when the electricity is out.
l Keep instruction manuals for each piece of equipment, along with serial and model numbers, in your emergency kit.
l Consider staying with friends or family during a prolonged power outage.
l Prepare manual alternatives to your electricity-dependent equipment, if possible, e.g., a manual wheelchair, walker or cane as backup for an electric scooter.
l Develop an emergency power plan with your doctor, case managers or caregiver on what you will do if the power goes out and you must power your equipment. l Make sure you have backup batteries and consider purchasing a generator to power critical equipment during a blackout. Make sure the generator is rated for the power you think you will need and that you know how to operate it safely. • Regularly check backup or alternative power equipment to ensure it will work during an emergency. • If you have a generator, install carbon monoxide alarms in central locations on every level of your home and outside sleeping areas. This will provide early warning of accumulating carbon monoxide.
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Tips for Prioritizing Self-Care During the Holidays
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Set aside 10 minutes a day for self-care
Whether you decide to conduct an internal check-in, write down your thoughts in a journal or simply close your eyes and relax for a few minutes, taking at least 10 minutes for yourself each day is one essential step to keeping yourself calm, cool and collected during the hectic holidays. Experiment to find what relaxes or calms you the most, whether that’s meditation, gentle stretching or sipping herbal tea.
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Everything’s better when you get enough sleep - your mood, your concentration and your overall health. Try not to overbook yourself, so you can maintain a regular sleep schedule even during the busiest times of the year. Getting to
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sleep just a half an hour earlier each night can make a difference. Avoid things that you know keep you tense and awake in the evening, like caffeinated beverages or too much screen time.
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Stay cozy and pain-free with heat therapy and ice
Don’t forget to take care of your physical wellbeing in between rushing around and doing things for others. For any aches and pains, try using a heating pad or hot bath/hot tub for heat therapy. Heat not only feels great during the chilly winter months, but it can relieve pain and relax stiff muscles while accelerating tissue healing. You can also try using a cold pack to help reduce any swelling or inflammation you may have to relieve pain symptoms as well.
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Be thoughtful when crafting New Year’s resolutions
Take the time to think about your own personal goals for the new year, focusing on selfimprovement and self-care rather than selfdeprivation. Make sure that your resolutions include giving yourself a reward, like a vacation, a mini-break or a special outing that you’ve earned.
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Take a break from social media
There’s no need to compare your holiday festivities to others on social media - everyone has different traditions and ways of celebrating. Take the time to unplug from electronic devices and be fully present with your loved ones. Choose special times, especially as you gather for meals, for everyone to shut off their gadgets and just enjoy being together. No matter what time of year it is, taking care of yourself is never a waste of time or effort. The more you can relax and recharge, the more you will enjoy each day - and the more you’ll have to give to others. Focusing on a few positive changes during your day can make a huge difference when it comes to your physical well-being.
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Boomer Health Starts with Prevention
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aby Boomers may be aging, but that doesn’t mean they’re slowing down anytime soon. As a group, these adults continue to lead active lifestyles, pursuing their goals and relishing new experiences. A key to maintaining an active way of life is staying healthy - particularly when it comes to avoiding vaccine preventable diseases like pneumococcal pneumonia. That’s why Pfizer created the All About Your Boom™ campaign, to encourage Boomers to take important steps to help protect their health.
Increased age may equal increased risk As adults get older, their immune systems tend to weaken, meaning those 65 or older can be at a heightened risk for certain diseases.1,2,3 There are more than 51 million adults in the United States 65 or older, and many do not boom 12
realize that they are at an increased risk of pneumococcal pneumonia.1,4 It can strike anywhere, anytime and may start quickly with little warning. Adults 65 or older are over 10 times more likely to be hospitalized with pneumococcal pneumonia than adults 18-49.5 “Pneumococcal pneumonia is a serious and, in some cases, potentially life-threatening illness. Some of its physical effects can be felt for weeks, taking you out of your routine,” said Dr. Vincenza Snow, Senior Medical Director for Vaccines, U.S. Medical Affairs Lead at Pfizer. “That’s why it’s so important that Boomers talk to their doctor about staying up to date with their CDC recommended vaccinations, because even healthy adults can contract the disease.” Dr. Snow reminds everyone that age is one of the primary risk factors for pneumococcal
pneumonia, due in large part to the natural, age-related decline of the immune system.1 Common symptoms include high fever, excessive sweating, shaking chills, coughing, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath and chest pain. Certain symptoms, like cough and fatigue, may last for weeks or longer.6 However, vaccines may help reduce the risk of getting certain diseases, like pneumococcal pneumonia.
As a spokesperson for the campaign, Bradshaw is featured in a series of short videos with him checking off various activities on his fictitious bucket list. Check out the videos and learn more about the campaign and pneumococcal pneumonia at www.AllAboutYourBoom.com. _________________________________
Football legend joins the cause
3 Weinberger B, Herndler-Brandstetter D, Schwanninger A, et al. Biology of immune responses to vaccines in elderly persons. Clin Infect Dis. 2008; 46:1078-1084.
1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Pneumococcal Disease: Risk Factors & Transmission. http://www.cdc.gov/pneumococcal/about/risktransmission.html. Accessed April 27, 2017. 2 National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. Pneumonia. Causes. https://www. nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/pneumonia. Accessed June 24, 2019.
Baby Boomers know their exuberance for life doesn’t diminish as they age. That’s why the All About Your Boom™ campaign partnered with someone who exudes that same love of life: Hall of Fame football player Terry Bradshaw. As a four-time NFL champion turned TV analyst, many adults are drawn to Bradshaw’s inviting and larger-than-life personality. He said the campaign’s message is important to him as a former athlete, and he wants others to enjoy their lives as much as he enjoys his life.
4 U.S. Census Bureau. Annual Estimates of the Resident Population for Selected Age Groups by Sex for the United States, States, Counties and Puerto Rico Commonwealth and Municipios: April 1, 2010 to July 1, 2014. 5 Ramirez JA, Wiemen TL, Peyrami P et al. Adults hospitalized with pneumonia in the United States: incidence, epidemiology, and mortality. Clin Infect Dis. 2017:1-7. [Epub ahead of print.] 6 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Pneumococcal Disease: Symptoms & Complications. http://www.cdc.gov/pneumococcal/about/ symptoms-complications.html.
“I’m just getting started on all the things I want to do in life,” Bradshaw said. “That’s why it’s important for me to do what I can to lower my chances of getting a vaccine-preventable disease, like pneumococcal pneumonia, which could hold me back from doing the things I love.”
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NEWS YEARS RESOLUTION HACKS:
5 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR FITNESS ROUTINE ON TRACK Whether you're hitting the gym to get healthy, tone up or improve your overall well-being, seeing results can be one of the most satisfying feelings. Noticing even the smallest change in the way you feel or look is reason enough to lace up your sneakers for another sweat session.
target and tone hard-to-reach muscles, improve balance and help protect your bones.
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When results seem to plateau or schedules get busy, don't give up! Keep the below tips in mind to help maximize your fitness routine and stay on track.
After a while, bodies can grow accustomed to the same exercise routine, often leading to stalled results. If you find yourself breezing through a workout, it's time to switch it up and push your limits. Varying your exercises can challenge your mind and body, help burn more calories and prevent boredom. If you like to run long distances, try implementing sprint intervals. At the gym? Try out new equipment or vary your reps. Challenge your body and you may be surprised by the results.
1) FIND A WORKOUT BUDDY
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Instead of flying solo, bring a friend so you can encourage each other during your workouts. Exercising with a buddy can breed healthy competition, but also hold you accountable. To help maximize the impact, try to pick a partner that is on the same fitness level as you and shares similar goals - you will want to be able to increase your intensity level and challenge each other as a team.
2) FUEL UP An active lifestyle requires proper nutrition. When regularly exercising, your body needs fuel for optimal performance and proper recovery. Before a workout, opt for healthy and easily digestible carbohydrates like brown rice, quinoa, whole-grain bread and pasta, fruits and vegetables to give you energy. Afterward, try a protein-packed snack with 15 grams of protein. Include a full serving of vegetables to get the most support with after workout snacks.
The last way to maximize your fitness routine has nothing to do with the gym at all. In fact, it requires you to skip the gym. Exercise provides many health benefits, but too many high-intensity workouts can backfire, potentially causing injury from overuse and hindering your results. Allow your body enough time to heal before hitting the gym again and try to work active rest days into your schedule, such as going for a light walk or bike ride. Keeping these tips in mind can help you make the most of your fitness routine and magnify your efforts in the gym, on the track, in the pool or wherever you choose to exercise. Above all, don't hesitate to ask fellow gym-goers for help or to make modifications when something feels off. Always check in with your primary care provider before starting any new exercise program and working with professionals like a personal trainer or nutritionist are always a great way to support your good efforts.
3) HEAD TO THE WEIGHTS If your fitness goals include improving body composition and losing weight, you may want to introduce strength training into your regimen. While exercises such as walking, running and cycling can do wonders for your cardiovascular health and help burn calories, strength training with weights can elevate your metabolism for a longer period meaning your body will continue burning calories even after a workout. Plus, strength training can boom 14
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Ways to Protect Yourself from Medicare Fraud Every year, many seniors are targeted by scammers who want to steal their Medicare numbers to do things like rack up fake health care charges and commit identity theft. These scams hurt seniors and other people eligible for Medicare, cost taxpayers money, and result in higher health care costs for everyone. The good news is that you can protect yourself from fraud and help Medicare stop scammers in their tracks.
How to Spot Medicare Fraud The first step in protecting yourself from Medicare fraud is knowing how to spot it. Over time, scammers have become very sophisticated and advanced. One of the latest scams you should look out for concerns genetic testing. Scammers are offering “free” genetic tests and claiming Medicare will cover it - so they can get your Medicare number and use it to commit fraud and identity theft. Other Medicare scams include offers for free or reduced-price medical equipment, consultations, or health services. These scams can happen anywhere, including through telemarketing calls, health fairs, and even knocking on doors. Last year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) removed Social Security numbers from all Medicare cards. Even with this change, people with Medicare should
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To protect yourself from Medicare fraud, keep these things to “do” and “don’t do” in mind:
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Reporting Medicare Fraud If you think you may have spotted fraud, you should report it right away. No matter how minimal the information you share is, it could be the missing piece to stopping the next fraud scheme. If you are a victim of fraud, know that you won’t be penalized or lose your coverage for reporting it. Even if you are not a victim, it’s important to report any fraud scams you encounter to Medicare. Report suspected fraud by calling 1-800-MEDICARE or online through the Office of the Inspector General. Information provided by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
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