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Points Of Interest 1 24 26 27 28 29
Solano Wine & Food Jubilee Crossword Puzzle Puzzle Solution Understanding Memory Loss Senior Community Centers Resource Guide
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It Is In Giving That We Receive
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Roses and Their Colors By Wendy VanHatten
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Senior Neighborhoods Feel Like Home
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Knee Replacement Gets Car Buff Back on the Road
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EDITOR'S CORNER
Words from Wendy With 2017 only a memory, our 2018 is off to a fast start. You may have already started to think about Easter, spring planting, and summer plans. If you want to plant roses or add some more color to your rose garden…do you know what color you’d like? Did you know different colors can indicate different things? I didn’t. Check out our article on the different colors and maybe it will help you decide. As for me…I like them all. Happy planting. Summer trips swirling around in your head? Maybe a long week-end is what you need to get the spring-like juices flowing. How about a tropical week-end? Too far to go? Not so fast. We have just the place in mind. It’s not far away in miles. But, the décor, service, and ambiance will make you think you’re on your own island. I’m ready to go back. Looking for ideas for a party? How about a wine and chocolate party? No idea what to pair with what? We’ve got you covered. Count me in! Whatever you’re planning this spring… have fun. Let us know what you’re doing.
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When you volunteer you are not paid in money or recognition, you are paid in love. People may forget what you said and people may forget what you did, but they will never forget how you made them feel.
Gifts are wonderful things! They bring a smile and brighten a day. Receiving a gift is special, but more often than not, more pleasure is had when one is given away. Speaking of gifts, have you considered giving the gift of time? Volunteering is such a gift. It is a gift of the heart. It is an opportunity to give of oneself to someone who is reaching out their hand with the hope that someone will grasp it. It is an opportunity to change lives: the life of the person you are assisting, and your own! There is a particular group of people in our community who could use your assistance as a volunteer during this stage of their lives. These individuals raised families, served their country, and gave back in any way they could to their communities. Some even managed to make it through the Great Depression. They are your neighbors, your
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parents, your grandparents, your aunts, and your uncles. They are our elders. They have given of themselves their entire lifetimes. Now they need a helping hand. The senior population of Solano County continues to grow. Our volunteer opportunities are plentiful and the need is great. Our biggest request is for transportation. Getting rides to much needed medical appointments, the pharmacy, the grocery store, or even the bank enables the seniors we serve to remain independent in their own homes. Not up for driving? Volunteer as a phone buddy or home
You will make a difference. You will make a friend and you will be a friend. visitor to bring some joy into the life of a lonely senior. Maybe you enjoy preparing meals or helping out in the garden. If you have a knack for listening, you might consider assisting a senior navigate through their grief or depression as a peer counselor. Simply bring your heart, and your volunteer aspiration, and we will find a home for it.
Yes, you will not be bringing home a check with this work. And your name will probably not show up on the local theater’s marquee. What we can guarantee is this: As a volunteer with our seniors you will receive much more in return than you give. You will make a difference. You will make a friend and you will be a friend. To learn more about our volunteer opportunities and to become a part of our team, give us a call at (707) 469-6675. Faith in Action: Neighbors Helping Neighbors. www. faithinactionsolano.org
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Embracing
By Terry Minion
“It is not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.”
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—Charles Darwin
is interesting who wrote this quote and what is even more interesting is that I think it applies to us right now. Change is something that is running at light speed compared to how it may have been just a hundred years ago. Indeed, it is going ever faster and there is ever more need to adapt and even learn
to embrace change. I think embracing change is the best situation. Look forward to change, perhaps even anticipate it from time to time (don’t want to spoil all the surprises, you know. . .). Age has a way of keeping us in habitual patterns and
avoiding change. That’s a statement that I accepted long ago, and have since thrown out! It is only true if you believe it to be true. I know a lot of older people (over 50? 60? What is the cutoff where older people begin?) who feel that the Internet is too much for them, or learning how to use their computer, and a list of problems they don’t want to deal with. No problem. I couldn’t help them anyway when they think that way. And, I know many who feel excited about the changes and they have the latest cell phone and they are engaged and testing the technologies. I think it just comes down
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to the desire to learn. If I want to learn something, I will and I change easily. Spiritual learning, wanting to know about certain people and how they lived their lives is something I want to learn about. If I don’t want to learn something, I don’t even do it when I have often said that I do want to do it. Learning Spanish is one of those. I’ve got about ten books on Spanish along with audio programs and I watch them gather dust. I’ve picked them up from time to time, but mainly to clean around them. Henry Ford said it well: “Anyone who stops learning
is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young.” I am constantly buying new books, seeking more knowledge. I have especially embraced audiobooks on my iPhone. I have enough to last me a lifetime, but there is always a new twist, tangle or shooting star. Things I really want to learn well, I immerse myself in until I’ve had my fill, then move to the next bread crumb on the path. I am passionate about learning, growing, becoming more, knowing more and being
more. More than anything else, that drives me. It is the fire inside. Need a match? Learning is truly exciting and equally rewarding. Gather some renewed joy today by going down to the local bookshop and find a new thrill. One of my favorite places to browse! There’s something for everyone. Or, seek your new adventure where you like to look best. Enjoy! Learn! Stay young! Terry Minion is an owner/manager of www.UpwardTrend.org, a website, online marketing company based in Fairfield CA. He also writes the CTS Daily Inspirations at www.ctsdaily.net.
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Knee Replacement Gets Car Buff Back on the Road It wasn’t a midlife crisis that caused Donald Otis, 66, to buy a Jetstream blue metallic Chevy Corvette last year, he said, it was a retirement crisis. When Don retired after 40 years as a professional forester with the U.S. Forest Service he decided to make his retirement dream come true – he would buy a Corvette. But first, he became an expert on everything Corvette. “I schooled myself on the car – the engines, the models, the colors,” he said. “I knew where every used Corvette in Northern California was located. I had tried 100 cars by the time I found an ad on Craig’s List for a 2008 coupe. As soon as I saw the car, I knew it was the one.”
pride and joy. He turned to a medical expert for help. “I knew I needed surgery,” he said. “I injured my knee back in the 1970s when I was in the service, and I struggled with it for years. I had arthroscopic surgery in 1995, but I could never quite straighten my leg.” His physician, Douglas Freeman, M.D., at the NorthBay Center for Primary Care in Fairfield, referred him to orthopedic surgeon Andrew Brooks, M.D., and the NorthBay Joint Replacement Program at VacaValley
Hospital. The program has nurtured hundreds of knee and hip replacement patients back to health since opening in 2007. “Dr. Brooks recommended a total knee replacement because I had arthritis and bone spurs in my knee,” Don said. Arthritis is a general term meaning joint inflammation. The most common form is osteoarthritis, affecting nearly 21 million Americans. As people age, the chances of osteoarthritis increases. It can also be caused by family history, obesity, injuries to the joint and previous surgeries where cartilage was removed from a joint. Total knee replacement surgery involves replacing the knee joint with an artificial joint made of metal and plastic. The materials used in an artificial joint are very strong and designed to last a long time inside the body.
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Many factors, like age, bone density and the shape of your joints determine what type of joint replacement hardware a patient receives and how it is inserted into the knee.
and a half – Don’s took more than three hours.
The experts at the NorthBay Joint Replacement Program carefully planned every step of Don’s care to promote a successful surgery and speedy recovery. Thanks to new technology and pain management, Don was home two days after surgery.
“I had talked to many people who had undergone knee replacement and their message was the same: ‘Don’t slack off on your physical therapy or you will pay for it later,’” Don said.
“Dr. Brooks said I was in the top 25 of all-time bad knees he had operated on,” Don remembered. A usual knee replacement takes an hour
Surgery, however, is just the first step toward a healthy knee.
He underwent two weeks of in-home physical therapy followed by eight weeks of outpatient rehabilitation. “I did my exercises religiously. It hurt and I had to force
myself to do them,” he said. “But the work paid off. I’m delighted with my progress.” He had nothing but praise for the team that cared for him. “My wife managed physician’s offices for 40 years, so we’re very familiar with the medical field,” Don explained. “But never, in 40 years, have we been treated as well as in Dr. Brook’s office, by his entire staff and that of the Joint Replacement Program.” And, best of all, Don and Sheri are back on the road, cruising in their Corvette with the wind in their hair.
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Roses and T heir Colors Who doesn’t like getting roses? Do you have a favorite color? Did you know there are different meanings associated with each color? Red: There’s nothing secret about the red rose’s symbolism of love. Valentine’s Day would hardly exist without this bold and dramatic bloom. The ultimate symbol of romantic love and enduring passion, the red rose also conveys respect and the creative spirit of love. Representing true love stronger than thorns, the red rose is known universally as the lover’s rose. White: Representing, humility, purity and innocence, the white rose - often referred to as the bridal rose - is associated with young love. Yellow: While in Victorian times, the yellow rose symbolized jealousy, today it represents friendship, joy and caring. A bouquet of these sun-filled blossoms conveys warmth, gladness and affection.
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Pink: Symbolizing gentility, femininity, elegance and refinement, the pink rose also carries additional meanings depending on its hue. A deep pink conveys gratitude and appreciation, while pale shades connote grace and gentleness, admiration and happiness. Orange: With their warm, vibrant tones, orange roses symbolize enthusiasm and desire. If you’re looking for a way to express admiration and attraction - with an underlying message of passion and excitement - then send a bouquet filled with these fiery blooms. Lilac and Purple: Thought to be almost mystical, these colors send a message of love at first sight. Multi Colors: Combinations of red and yellow might convey happiness, while a mix of red and white symbolize unity. Regardless of the color you plant…your garden is a great place to showcase these beautiful blooms.
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magine spending $35 and driving away in a brand new car. Seems
implausible? It’s not if you are the grand prize winner in the Solano Wine & Food Jubilee. The top prize in this year’s raffle is a choice among five brand-new cars, thanks to local auto dealer Rami Yanni, and raffle prize tickets are $35 each, or three for $100.
In addition to the choice of cars as a top prize, $10,000 in cash will also be awarded, according to Wendy Jackson, raffle chair. There will be 12 winners of $125, 10 winners of $500, one winner of $1,000 and one $2,500 winner.
The winning ticket holder can choose between 2018 models of Nissan Altima, Kia Optima, Hyundai Sonata, Buick Verano or Mazda3 Hatchback.
And, since only 2,500 tickets will be sold, the odds of winning something are about one in 100.
Yanni has several dealerships in Vacaville as part of the Wise Auto Group, and has generously supported the Jubilee for the past five years. The Jubilee and its raffle are fundraising opportunities for the programs of NorthBay Hospice & Bereavement.
Raffle tickets can be purchased by calling (707) 646-3133, purchased with a credit card by fax at (707) 646-3135, or in person at the NorthBay Healthcare Foundation office at 4500 Business Center Drive
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in Fairfield; at Jackson Medical Supply, 506 Main Street in Vacaville; or at Wasserman Travel, 366 Merchant St. in Vacaville. The winning tickets will be drawn at the 31st annual Jubilee, set for May 19, 2018, at Harbison Event Center at the Nut Tree in Vacaville. Ticketholders need not be present to win, but those who do attend will experience Solano County’s finest opportunity to mingle and socialize while enjoying an evening of wine, brews, food and great music, all while benefitting a great cause – the programs of NorthBay Hospice & Bereavement. Presenting Sponsors are Al and Patt Shaw, Lee and Valerie Freeman, Heidi Y. Campini, Dennis and Alex Landis, the Wise Auto Group, Western Health Advantage, DPR Construction and Paradise Valley Estates.
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The 31st Jubilee has a wine country casual theme, and the event gets underway at 6:30 p.m. Tickets, for those ages 21 and up, are $75 each (plus a small service charge) through Feb. 24, and must be purchased in advance by going to www.wineandfoodjubilee.org. Tickets will be $100 after Feb. 24 and $125 on the day of the event, if still available. For more information, call (707) 646-3133.
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Senior Neighborhoods
Feel Like Home As an architect and principal of Perkins Eastman, an international planning, design, and consulting firm, Leslie G. Moldow understands how to create communities — often before residents ever live there. A specialist in senior living, Moldow has delved deeply into understanding what community features will appeal to the seniors of today and what their preferences will be in the residences they choose. The coming generation of seniors, the leading edge of the Baby Boomers, is more than simply opinionated about their senior living options, explains Moldow. “They’re empowered,” she says. “They want more choice and options, and greater participation.” Moldow and the Perkins Eastman team also apply findings from studies about the aging process to their work. “Aging isn’t necessarily a declining process,” she says. “You can maintain and even improve your health at any age.
I think people are looking to move to communities where they can live their best lives and be their best selves.” Future retirees anticipate more than a pool and fitness room in their senior living community. Today’s communities include total wellness programs, high-quality nutrition, a wide range of social opportunities, levels of care, educational programs and more. “Communities that understand it’s not just about having an exercise room but about the totality of wellness are going to be attracting the next generations of retirees,” says Moldow. The company is currently working with Paradise Valley Estates, a well-established Life Plan Community just outside of Fairfield, on the community’s upcoming expansion: The
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Ridge. The 70 brand new households of The Ridge will join the more than 500 residents of the existing community and add new amenities and features for all to enjoy, says Moldow.
getting larger,” says Moldow. “People want the same features they find in their previous home or in the latest homes. They look for openness, lots of daylight, access to outdoors through a patio, porch or deck, higher ceilings, amplesized bedrooms, and bathrooms that allow accessibility so they don’t have to move should they temporarily need some extra support.”
...openness, lots of daylight, access to outdoors through a patio, porch or deck, higher ceilings, ample-sized bedrooms, and bathrooms that allow accessibility
Senior living developers are creating communities that feel and look much more like the neighborhoods people are moving from, says Moldow. “In The Ridge, there are cottages and villas, a town square, a main street and parks in between all of those spaces that allow people to enjoy an indoor-outdoor environment.”
“There are two alternative dining venues being added — a clubhouse and a café — that will give residents the ability to decide if they want a light meal or something quick or prefer one menu over another,” says Moldow.
Moldow says senior living communities should feel comfortable and familiar to the seniors who are considering them. “We’re not creating institutions,” says Moldow. “We’re creating neighborhoods.”
Today’s retirees are also redefining floor plans. “Private residences for independent living are
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Pantai Inn By Travels and Escapes
After a one-hour flight from northern California and then a 20-minute drive, I landed in Bali. Well, maybe not actually Bali. But it sure felt like it.
Stepping out of the car, soothing sounds of gently flowing water and lightly tinkling bells made me smile. Tasteful, gold and purple umbrellas and lightly scented tropical flowers took my smile to another level. Walking between impressive sculptures, which I learned were Padma sculptures, gave me a peaceful feeling. Immediately, I was in a different place. Walking in to the Pantai Inn in La Jolla, California, offered a glimpse of a Bali inspired resort. Those Padma sculptures? Being greeted by the Padma lets you leave the stresses of the outside world, and welcomes you into a place of serenity and tranquility.
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...water features, exotic landscaping, colors, sights, and sounds. I could have landed on any tropical island. Authenticity was imperative to the family. So was state-ofthe-art. Think contemporary beach resort meets old-world luxury. I’d say they achieved it. While each suite and cottage are unique, the Bali and
Guess what? It worked. But, it kept getting better. Attention to every detail, and I mean every detail, greeted me with water features, exotic landscaping, colors, sights, and sounds. I could have landed on any tropical island. My own private island. As it is, this one-acre piece of property includes roughshingled cottages to Art Deco influences to Balinese design. And, it’s not on an island at all. But, the peace and quiet, the lush, flower-filled greenery, and even the furnishings trick your mind into believing
you really are at your own private island resort. I mean, get a glass of wine, relax in the courtyard, and look at the view. Seemingly endless blue sky meets wave after wave for as far as you can see. And, those sunsets. You have to see them to believe. The best part? This was my home for a few days. I was told the Pantai Inn had undergone an extensive renovation in all of its 30 suites and cottages. But, it was so much more than just renovating an existing motel that had been in the family for three generations. It’s more than wanting a place to resemble a Balinese resort.
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Indonesia themes are evident. Authentic artwork and murals decorate the resort. Everything is just a little bit better than you’d expect. Want to know what’s for breakfast the next morning? Just look on your refrigerator. A menu is posted for the following day. Maybe you’ll be lucky and have the lemon ricotta pancakes with blueberry compote, or the feta, sun-dried tomato quiche. This is the way to start the day…great food and a spectacular view.
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BOOMERS:
10 REASONS TO GO NUTS For the roughly 75 million Americans who make up the baby boom generation, a healthy diet and lifestyle are the best weapons against age-related diseases.
“It’s vital at any age to adopt good habits to live a strong, fit and healthy life,” says Dr. Mike Roussell, a nationally recognized nutrition consultant and nutrition adviser to Men’s Health and Shape. “Fueling your life with tasty and nutrient-rich foods while making sure to be active every single day are essential components to keeping your body young and vibrant.” Roussell’s recommendation? Nuts. In particular, pistachios. “Pistachios are a multitasking nut with fiber, healthy fats, and three specific types of antioxidants that may help fight the onset of age-related conditions that lead to poor health in these 10 ways.”
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Heart health
Large population studies show that people who regularly eat nuts, such as pistachios, have a lower risk of dying from heart disease or suffering a heart attack. Pistachios provide 360-degree cardiovascular support in that they can promote improvements in cholesterol levels, blood pressure and blood vessel function.
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Excessive inflammation is one of the root causes of age-related conditions, such as arthritis. Pistachios contain a special form of boom 22
vitamin E called gamma tocopherol, which has unique anti-inflammatory properties. Gamma tocopherol levels have also been shown to decrease as we age.
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Being overweight can also contribute to a number of age-related illnesses. Studies show pistachios positively promote weight maintenance as the dietary fiber, fat and protein all work together to make us feel fuller and satiated longer, plus removing them from the shell slows down eating. Pistachios are also the lowest-fat nut.
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The fiber in pistachios also can help with digestion. Research shows that the fiber in pistachios works as a prebiotic and feeds the good bacteria in our digestive tract to improve the health of our digestive system. A single serving of pistachios contains as much as 3 grams of dietary fiber.
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magnesium is that it may aid sleep because it assists in helping the muscles relax and quiet activity in the brain by working as an inhibitory neurotransmitter.
Blood glucose level
Developing adult onset diabetes, or Type 2 diabetes, is a common fear for boomers. The American Diabetes Association praises the health benefits of nuts, including pistachios, calling them a diabetes superfood because they improve how the body’s cells use glucose and how insulin responds to a carbohydratecontaining meal, namely, stabilizing blood glucose levels.
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Energy
Pistachios have been shown to promote energy, which is why so many professional athletes consume them while training. More energy means we’ll commit to getting enough exercise. But what is Dr. Mike’s main reason for having his clients eat pistachios? “They taste good. People are much more likely to stick to a healthy diet when the food is tasty and fun to eat.”
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Skin health and appearance
UV light from the sun promotes damage and accelerates the aging of our skin. Pistachios contain two carotenoid antioxidants that are concentrated in the skin and work to filter out and protect it against the damaging effects of UV light.
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Eyesight
Pistachios contain lutein, a nutrient known to help improve eye health, especially in older individuals. Lutein has been shown to prevent and slow down macular degeneration by providing more pigment for the eye, thereby reflecting more of the sun’s light, preventing damage to the retina.
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Memory
Preliminary research shows that the fatty acids and antioxidants found in pistachios can help support brain health. The antioxidants in pistachios can help ward off excessive inflammation in the brain, a major cause of accelerated cognitive decline. Another study found that eating pistachios stimulated brain waves that aid the formation of ideas and memory processing.
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Nuts, including pistachios, are rich in minerals such as magnesium. One benefit of
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CLUES ACROSS 1. Bawled out 10. Former “Today” host 12. Shape anew 13. Skulls 15. Renting dwellers 16. Choose to refrain 18. Anno Domini 19. Old French small coin 20. Carry out 21. Dashes 24. Expresses suspicion 27. Followed the trail of 30. The highest point of something 31. Geological times 33. Cartilaginous structure 34. Hill (Celtic) 35. Bura 37. Center of a wheel 39. __ de plume 41. String, lima or green 42. Greek goddess of discord 44. Move back and forth 47. Britain’s Sandhurst (abbr.) 48. Comedian Carvey 49. Public promotion 50. Federal residential mortgage insurer 52. Location of White House 53. Gives an answer 56. Populates 61. Fires a weapon 62. More tense 63. An outstanding achievement 65. Annotations CLUES DOWN 1. Buddhist monk of Tibet 2. Egyptian sun god
3. Soft roe 4. Garden planting areas 5. Atomic #89 6. Soul and calypso songs 7. Large European flatfish 8. Expunction 9. Impression in a surface 10. PBS filmmaker Burns 11. Former OSS 12. Draft an edict 14. Assistant 15. Proclamation upon finishing 17. Slight head bend 22. Asian ethnic hill people 23. SE Asian goat antelope 24. Aware of the latest trends 25. Person of Arabia 26. Industrial process to produce ammonia 28. Expressed pleasure 29. The plural of crus 32. Old Thailand 36. Riboneucleic acid 38. One who assembles books 40. Cosa Nostra member 43. Pouchlike structures 44. Violent action 45. ___ of March 46. Slum area of a city 51. Valuable, useful possession 54. Philemon (Biblical abbr.) 55. Shaped bread 56. Fruits of the gourd family 57. Copyread 58. Double curve 59. Photographs (slang) 60. Side sheltered from the wind 64. Atomic #86
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FOOD & WINE
Dark C hocolate Crepes Makes 5-6
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2 eggs at room temperature 3/4 cup milk 3/4 cup flour 1/2 cup water 2 1/2 heaping tablespoons dark cocoa 3 tablespoons melted butter
Combine all ingredients and whisk until smooth. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Pour 4-5 tablespoons at a time on to the hot pan, tilt the pan slightly to evenly distribute the batter. Cook for 1-2 minutes until some bubbles form, then flip and continue to cook for another minute or so. These will cook quickly, and you will see the edges begin to brown slightly. Serve with a big scoop of ice cream and some chocolate syrup for the full sundae experience! Or, add cherries, strawberries, or bananas.
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Understanding Memory Loss: 4th Annual Solano County Education Conference for Family Caregivers and Professionals Date: Friday, March 23, 2018 Time: 8 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. Location: Fairfield Community Center 1000 Kentucky Street Fairfield, CA 94533
The Alzheimer’s Association thanks June M., our artist living with memory loss, for the use of her artwork
This five-hour conference for family members and professionals (CEUs available) covers topics relating to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. We hope you will join us for this outstanding program.
Registration Rates
(includes continental breakfast and lunch) Five (5) Continuing Education Units are available in the following categories: RN/LVN, LCSW/LMFT, Residential Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) Administrator, Nursing Home Administrator Program (NHAP).
Speakers Include:
Family caregivers: FREE
• David K. Johnson, PhD.
Professionals without CEUs: FREE
Associate Professor in Neurology, Director, UC Davis Alzheimer’s Disease Center – East Bay
Professionals with CEUs: $50 payment taken online or by mail
• Mary Cochran Abraham, GNP-BC
Registration deadline is Friday, March 16. Payment taken online or by mail for professionals requiring CEUs.
Kaiser Memory Center – Martinez
• Nicole Howell
Register online at: tinyurl.com/solano2018 or call 925.284.7942.
Executive Director, Solano Long Term Care Ombudsman
• Heather Gray, MA
Family Services Manager, Alzheimer’s Association
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Senior Centers
Please contact your local Senior Center for Schedule & Event Information
American Canyon Senior Center 2185 Elliott Drive American Canyon 707-647-4369
Rio Vista Senior Center 25 Main Street, Rio Vista 707-374-3349
Florence Douglas 333 Amador St. Vallejo 707-643-1044
Dixon 201 South 5th St. 707-678-7022
Yolo County’s
Fairfield 1200 Civic Center Drive 707-428-7421 McBride 91 Town Square Solano County’s Vacaville 707-469-6660
Solano County’s
Suisun City 318 Merganser Dr. 707-421-7203
Yolo County’s
Benicia Senior Center 187 L Street Solano County’s 707-745-1202
Solano County’s
Senior Center Without Walls seniorcenterwithoutwalls.org 877-797-7299
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RESOURCE GUIDE SOLANO COUNTY AREA AGENCY ON AGING 1-800-510-2020
The toll free number will automatically route the caller to the city of residence.
Administrative Offices: F a i r f i el d: V a ca v i l l e: V a l l ej o:
CHIROPRACTIC AREA AGENCY ON AGING: 800-510-2020 & ACUPUNCTURE
NAPA COUNTY
644-6612 4 2 9 -6 2 3 5 4 6 9 -6 6 7 9 6 4 3 -1 7 9 7
ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION
NAPA OMBUDSMAN: 707-258-9348
IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES: 707-253-3818 ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES: 707-253-4625 MEALS ON WHEELS: 7077-253-6111 NAPA VALLEY HOSPICE & ADULT DAY:
1-800-660-1993
NORTHBAY ALZHEIMER'S RESOURCE CENTER
707-258-9080
707-624-7971
NORTHBAY ALZHEIMER'S DAY CARE CENTER 707-624-7970 Fax: 707-624-7969
FAIRFIELD SENIOR DAY PROGRAM 707-428-7742
REDWOOD CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER 800-834-1636
FAITH IN ACTION: Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers of Solano County,
Caregiver Respite Program, Ride with Pride & Cancer Patient Navigator Program
South Solano County: North Solano County:
707-425-6164 707-469-6675
IN-HOME SUPPORTIVE SERVICES (I.H.S.S.)
Public Authority: I n t a k e L i n e:
707-784-8259 7 0 7 -7 8 4 -8 2 5 9
MEALS ON WHEELS of Solano County Home Delivered Meals: 707-425-0638 Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun & Vacaville Home Delivered Meals: 707-644-7444 Benicia & Vallejo Congregate Dining: 707-426-3079 Senior centers in Solano County
HEALTH INSURANCE COUNSELING & ADVOCACY PROGRAM (HICAP) 800-434-0222
SOLANO OMBUDSMAN
24-Hour Hotline: 800-231-4024
ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES 707-784-8259 24-Hour Hotline: 800-850-0012
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First Visit $30 Includes consultation, examination and treatment. With this ad. No expiration.
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First Visit $20 Includes consultation, examination, treatment and Xrays (if necessary). With this ad. No expiration. If you have worker’s comp, personal injury or group insurance, your insurance will be billed.
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