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Living Well
A RESOURCE GUIDE FOR YOUR GENERATION
60 Plus
Jan/Feb 2016
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Applying for Medicare
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Keeping Your New Year’s Fitness Resolutions
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Handling the Challenges of Long-Term Ailments
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18 SENIOR SERVICES DIRECTORY
21 Acupressure and Chinese Medicine for Health Over 50 22 Look Who’s Turning 60! 24 LIVING WELL 60+ PLUS: Pearl Nikolaisen May
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25 January is Glaucoma Awareness Month 26 Global AgeWatch Releases Findings for 2015 30 Home Instead Sponsors Salute to Senior Service Contest
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Dear Friends, Did you notice a change for 2016? Our magazine is now Living Well 60 Plus. Our focus remains the same, however: to celebrate and showcase all the adventures, challenges and joys of being an older adult in these adventurous, challenging and joyful times. This issue features local musician Tom Martin, who talks about how
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Tanya Tyler • tanya@samplerpublications.com music motivates him to continue Living Well 60 Plus. Frank Kourt encourages us to expand our culinary horizons by tackling Caribbean-inspired dishes, and health-focused articles teach us about glaucoma, macular degeneration and COPD. If you’ve decided (yet again!) that 2016 is the year you’re going to get into shape, check out the article on making and keeping your fitness resolutions. A friend sent me this meme. I laughed as I read it, and I knew I had to share it with all of you: “I am a Seenager (senior teenager). I have
everything that I wanted as a teenager, only 60 years later. I don’t have to go to school or work. I get an allowance every month. I have my own pad. I don’t have a curfew. I have a driver’s license and my own car. The people I hang around with are not scared of getting pregnant and they do not use drugs. And I don’t have acne. Life is great!” Live life like you mean it!
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Applying for Medicare Learn as much as you can and ask plenty of questions by Jamie Lober, Staff Writer
The best time to sign up for Medicare is three months before you turn 65 years old, even if you are not prepared to begin receiving retirement benefits. Medicare is managed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Social Security works with them to enroll people in Medicare. There are two parts to Medicare. Part A is hospital insurance and Part B is medical insurance. It is acceptable if you decide to wait on Part B and just enroll in Part A, but be aware this choice may cause your coverage to be delayed, and you may receive a higher premium for each month you were eligible. One way to get perks is to wait
for the special enrollment period. This means if you have medical insurance coverage under a group health plan that is either your own or related to your spouse’s employment, you may not need to apply for Medicare Part B at age 65. Instead, you can qualify for the special enrollment period. This allows you to sign up for Part B during the eight-month period that begins the month after your group health plan coverage or the employment it is based on ends or any month you remain covered under the group health plan and you or your spouse’s employment continues. The two primary ways to get Medicare coverage are Original Medicare or a Medicare Advantage Plan such as an HMO or a
PPO. It is a good idea to find out if you can continue with your employer coverage after you retire. Sometimes benefits change or coverage is canceled, so be sure to ask. Other times the coverage may pay your out-of-pocket costs only after they reach a maximum amount. When you first sign on to Medicare, be sure your family members can access your personal health information by filling out an authorization form. Scheduling a preventive visit with your physician during the first year can also be beneficial and help you get a better picture of your general health. At www.MyMedicare.gov, you can sign up to access your personal health information 24 hours a day. This is a good way to track your health care claims, order a replacement Medicare card, view your eligibility information, track your preventive services, check your Medicare Part B deductible status and more. Remember, everyone’s coverage is not the same, so do not rely on your friends or neighbors for
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information about what you may be entitled to. You should be able to get a list of tests, services and items that are covered for you. You can even get paperless statements if you choose. The key to applying for Medicare is gathering as much information as possible so you can make an informed decision. You want to find out if you are eligible automatically and what your coverage choices may be. You will want to take a look at the initial enrollment questionnaire and discover how Medicare works with other insurance. The State Health Insurance Assistance Program can help you make a choice that best meets your needs based on your personal situation. You may also want to take the time to compare doctors and hospitals that are covered by your plan. When you ask the right questions and do your homework, you will likely find that applying for Medicare is not as hard as you might have been told.
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Keeping Your New Year’s Fitness Resolutions Find an activity you will enjoy by Charles Sebastian, Staff Writer
That’s right, folks. The time is drawing near again for the annual re-up of health resolutions and positive goal setting. There won’t be as much to resolve come Jan. 1 if you didn’t pack on the pounds during the ordinary glut of the holiday season. Your family may be more food-focused for either Thanksgiving or Christmas, or the meals for both may seem equally excessive. In any case, try to remain conscious of your eating. Eating smaller meals, pacing yourself, avoiding eating right before bed, drinking plenty of water and taking a brisk walk in the evening will help things along. You’ve heard it all before. If you’re not excited about your present fitness regime (provided you have one), there is no harm in trying something new. If you’re a gym kind of person, trying some classes or doing your own thing with your gym might be just the ticket for you. If you’re not the gym type, developing your own plan at your house could be in order. Weights, walking, yoga, videos – it’s all good.
You may want to do something in between these two (home vs. gym) options. Perhaps you will want to find a local class that is not gym-based. Yoga, martial arts and other sports often thrive in the environments between the home and a full-blown gym experience. The important thing is to get active and stay active. Negative self-talk, especially after a season of fattening up and getting slack, can bring you down, so don’t buy into the inner critic. It’s really quite simple, despite all the diet plans, opinion columns and Richard Simmons videos: Burn off more calories than you take in. Most people don’t want to hear that. We all want a magic pill, a quick fix, the easy way, but it really is that simple. Some people need to track their progress with tools such as Fitness Pal and a food diary. If that’s you, make it work. If not, just keep churning and burning with activity, keep yourself a little below full and ease off the stuff you know will pack on the spare tire. Empty carbs are the enemy. If flying solo with your workouts doesn’t do it for you, get into a
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Handling the Challenges of Long-Term Ailments Discover empowering ways to cope by Lisa M. Petsche, Staff Writer
Approximately one in three North Americans has a chronic illness, defined as a permanently altered state of health that significantly affects daily living. Examples include arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, heart disease and neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s disease. When diagnosed with a major medical condition, most people go into a state of shock or disbelief. Subsequent emotions typically include anger, fear, anxiety, guilt, sadness and loneliness. With progressive diseases, there can be many losses, including strength, coordination, energy, communication, bodily functions, roles and responsibilities, previous-
ly enjoyed pastimes and plans for the future. Resulting dependence on others can strain relationships and negatively affect self-esteem. Time frames vary for individuals, but eventually most people come to accept the reality of their situation. At that point they’re ready to plan for their future and take control of it as much as possible. How To Cope
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with a long-term illness, here are some ways to become empowered mentally, emotionally and spiritually. • Learn as much as possible about the illness and its management. Educate family and friends to help them understand. • Be receptive to learning new
ways of doing things and trying new activities. Concentrate on what you can do rather than what you can’t. • Cultivate an attitude of gratitude, consciously focusing on the good things in your life, such as supportive relationships, and seeking beauty and tranquility – for example, through appreciation of art or nature. • Learn to live in the moment and enjoy life’s simpler pleasures. • Redefine what quality of life means to you. Recognize there are many ways to lead a meaningful life. Remind yourself that your identity goes much deeper than your appearance and physical abilities. • Find an outlet for expressing your thoughts and feelings – talking with a friend, keeping a journal or participating in a support group. • Accept that how you feel and what you can do may vary from day to day. Be flexible about plans and expectations. Take things one day at a time. • Recall past life challenges and how you overcame them. Remind yourself of your resilience and generate hope. • Stay connected to people who care. If your social network is limited, develop new connections through volunteering, taking an adult education course or joining a club or group. • Allow yourself plenty of time to adjust to your illness and any lifestyle changes it necessitates. Recognize that your family and friends will also need time to adjust and may not know what to say or do. Let them know how you wish
to be treated and keep communication lines open. • Do something nice for someone else. It will take your mind off your own situation and boost your self-esteem. • Set aside quiet time each day to nurture your spirituality and help keep you grounded. If applicable, turn to your religious faith for comfort. • Seek counseling if you get stuck in one of the phases of grieving such as anger or depression or if you find yourself making unhealthy lifestyle choices. • Recognize that no matter what happens, you always have a choice about how to respond. Tap into your mental power. The Upsides
However unwelcome it may be, illness, like other life crises, presents opportunities for growth. Many people gain a richer perspective on life, including a deeper spirituality. Some discover inner resources they did not know they possessed. They develop new interests, acquire new skills and form new relationships or experience strengthening of existing relationships. You can, too. If you are living with a chronic illness, rise to the challenges it presents. Perceive yourself as a survivor, not a victim. Attitude really does make a difference.
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are other contributing factors for developing COPD. Sometimes genetics play a part in an individual’s development of COPD. If you have COPD, you may notice one or more of the following changes in your airways and lungs: The airways become clogged with mucus; the walls of the airways become inflamed and thick; air sacs and airways lose their ability to stretch; and the walls of the air sacs are destroyed. All these can reduce the flow of air into and out of your lungs. The main forms of COPD are: • Emphysema, which involves the destruction of the lung tissues, especially the alveoli.
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Caribbean Cuisine Can Be a Refreshing Change LET THE ISLANDS INSPIRE YOU Ya, mon! If you’re plagued by the restless feeling that your culinary repertoire is becoming “same ol’, same ol’,” turn to the islands for inspiration. Ethnic food in America has very much retained the separate identity of the country from which it comes. Indeed, some argue that with a few exceptions, such as some Native American dishes and many made with native plants such as corn, there really is no such thing as “American” cuisine. Not so with the Caribbean islands, where the blending of cultures has resulted in a similar blending of culinary influences, creating a regional cuisine in which individual dishes take on the best characteristics of the various cultures that influenced them. In these islands can be felt the influence of the French, Chinese, Spanish, English, African and Dutch, to name a few. The food served on the islands reflects this wide diversity, sometimes taking on a curious
mix of flavors and textures that seem an unlikely hodgepodge but actually blend together magnificently. Keshy yena, for example, has a decidedly Dutch influence in the cheese that graces it. An interesting aspect of this dish, as in most dishes in this delightful part of the world, is that the ingredients vary from island to island. In some places beef is used, but boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into slices is equally delicious. Some incarnations even use shrimp and goat. In any case, it’s a unique blend of flavors and something no one on a strict low-cholesterol regimen would favor, but it makes a great occasional dish for lovers of the exotic. Arroz con pollo (literally “rice with chicken”) is a familiar dish in many Spanish-speaking countries, including Spain and, of course, Mexico. It is a popular dish in the islands as well, and there are at least one or two versions per island, each purporting to be the “authentic” version. So mix up a pitcher of daiquiris, put
• 3 lb. Edam or Gouda cheese • 2 lb. round steak or sirloin tip, thinly sliced • 1/3 cup flour • 1 tsp. salt • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper • 3/4 cup butter or margarine • 1/2 cup dry red wine • 1/2 lb. finely sliced mushrooms • 1 medium sized onion, finely chopped • 1 large green pepper • 2 large tomatoes, chopped • 1/4 tsp. ground red pepper • 2 large dill pickles, finely chopped • 1/4 cup whole seedless raisins • 1 cup whole green olives with pimentos • 1 T ketchup • 1 can condensed cream of mushroom soup • 1/2 cup water Remove the rind from the cheese and slice it into thin strips. Line the bottom and sides of a 3- to 4-quart ovenproof casserole with the slices. Coat the beef in the flour, salt and pepper. In a large fry pan, melt 1/2 cup of the butter and cook the beef until brown. Add the wine and cook for about three minutes, then remove meat/wine mixture and put aside. In the fry pan, melt remaining 1/4 cup butter and sauté mushrooms, green pepper and onion until the mixture is soft. Add tomatoes, red pepper and salt. Cook, stirring, until the liquid is cooked down and mixture becomes thick. Add the pickle, raisins, olives and ketchup, then add the meat/wine mixture and blend well. Stir in the soup and water, blending thoroughly. Pour the mixture into the casserole, grating any remaining cheese on top. Bake in a 350-degree oven for one hour. Bring to the table and stir well, scraping the sides to assure all the melted cheese is blended into the mixture.
ARROZ CON POLLO • 1 3-4 lb. chicken cut into pieces • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 tsp. oregano • 1 tsp. garlic salt • 1/4 tsp. paprika • 1/2 tsp. pepper • 2 T red wine vinegar
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• 4 T olive oil • 2 medium onions, finely chopped • 1 each green and red bell pepper, coarsely chopped • 1/2 lb. chorizo (Mexican pork sausage)* • 2 medium tomatoes, coarsely chopped • 2 cups long-grain rice • 2 T fresh minced parsley or 1 T dried • 4 cups chicken stock • Pinch saffron (optional) • 2 whole bay leaves • 1/4 cup dry sherry • 1 small jar capers • 1/2 bag frozen green peas Mix the garlic, oregano, garlic salt, paprika, pepper and vinegar well and rub into the chicken pieces. Let the chicken stand in the refrigerator two to three hours. In a large skillet, brown the chicken pieces in olive oil on all sides. Set aside. In remaining oil sauté the onion, pepper and chorizo (cut into bite-sized pieces) until the vegetables are limp. Put the rice in a large casserole; add the sautéed vegetables, sausage, tomatoes, bay leaves and parsley. Top with the chicken and add 2 cups of chicken stock into which the saffron has been mixed. Cover and bake in a 325-degree oven for about 20 minutes or until the rice has absorbed most of the stock. Add more stock and continue to bake until the rice has absorbed all the stock and is tender, about another 35 minutes. When rice is tender and liquid absorbed, sprinkle the dish with sherry and add the capers and peas. Bake about 10 more minutes. Serve hot. Makes a complete meal. *Chorizo can be found in Mexican groceries or in the ethnic foods section of the grocery store. If not available, substitute cooked ham chunks.
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… the blending of cultures has resulted in a similar blending of culinary influences …
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Tom Martin plays keyboards with the Patrick McNeese band, which features (left to right) Tripp Bratton (drums, vocals); Maggie Lander (vocals, violin); Martin; Patrick McNeese (guitar, lead vocals) and Jesse Peña (lead guitar, bass).
Music is His Motivator Keyboardist says playing with band and sons keeps him Living Well 60 Plus by Tanya J. Tyler, Editor, Living Well 60 Plus
There are dozens of musicians out there who are still making good music at age 60-plus: Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, David Bowie, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney, Sting, Bono. It makes one wonder, if someone asked them what keeps them rockin’, would they respond the same way local musician Tom Martin did when he was posed that same question? “Music is a huge motivator,” said Martin, 67. “I have several music projects going on.” Martin started playing the piano at age 5 and has performed in bands since he was 14 years old. He says some of his musical influences include Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, Ray Charles, Charles Brown, Dr. John and Joni Mitchell. “I like all kinds of music,” he said. “Everybody has a very subjective approach to it. It has to do with what we can tolerate; it has to do with our cultural influ-
ences, who we’re familiar with or who we find unfamiliar and a little frightening or threatening or just uncomfortable or annoying.” Currently Martin plays keyboards for the Patrick McNeese Band. Another band Martin played for, The City, fronted by Eugene Woods, has disbanded, but the members are still working on songs for a future album, even though Woods now lives in Dallas. “We’re recording in two- or three-song increments,” Martin said. “Gene will send songs to us. We work on our parts here and then we get together every two or three months in the studio and record those songs. Eventually we’ll have a full album.” Martin is also planning to cut an album with his three sons, Ted, Jon and Ben, later this year. This, he says, is an almost lifelong dream he’s had. “They’re all going to be coming in for a long weekend and we’re going to record then,” he said. “My three sons have played all their lives. They have day jobs, but they’re musicians first and foremost.”
The music business is not easy to break into. The hours are long and sometimes there is little reward, so what keeps musicians playing? “The first word that always comes to my mind is joy,” Martin said. “Music has been described as the inarticulate speech of the heart, and I think that’s a good way of putting it. It’s also just intellectually stimulating and interesting.” When he’s not performing or recording, Martin is the publications and communications coordinator at KET, publicizing the station’s educational and public affairs programs and operating its content service. He also writes a biweekly column for the Lexington Herald-Leader newspaper. “It’s a business column that focuses on entrepreneurs and small businesses, because that really is the preponderance of Kentucky business,” Martin said. “It has been really fun to pull together.” Martin also has an extensive background in another form of media, radio. “Radio is really what I did most of my life,” he said. “I started in radio when I was 19. I worked everywhere from Morehead and Asheville to Pittsburgh, Washington, D.C. and New York – RKO, ABC News and Paul Harvey News.” But he has always made time for his musical pursuits. With the closing of a downtown venue where they played most of their gigs, the Patrick McNeese band
has decided to focus more on recording. Its debut album is Hallelu. “We do all original music, all written by Patrick,” Martin said. “He’s extremely generous with it. He’ll write a song but he will bring it to the whole band to arrange. So we arrange our own parts and bring it together as a whole with his guidance, and it all works out.” One of the best things about music is that it can be shared with friends and family and passed down through the generations. Martin says his wife, Sheila Kenny, who is director of marketing at the Lexington Center, is a huge supporter of his music efforts – “a great fan and a great friend,” he said. He is already grooming the next generation of musical Martins. “My son Ben has two little ones, ages 3 and 6,” Martin said. “For Christmas, they got their first really good instruments.”
Music has been described as the inarticulate speech of the heart, and I think that’s a good way of putting it.” —Tom Martin
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ASK DON!
Your Questions on Aging Answered by Don Hoffman, Staff Writer
Donald Hoffman, a former director of the University of Kentucky’s Council on Aging and Donovan Scholars Program and a nationally recognized author and authority on aging, answers your questions about aging. Submit your questions directly to him at: livingwellquest@aol.com. (Occasionally someone submits a question that is of such importance to older adults that more than just a few words need to be spent on that subject. Such is the nature of this column.)
Newly Diagnosed with Diabetes
Question: I’ve recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and frankly, I am scared. What should I do? Don answers: Shock, awe, fear – you bet. These three emotions (and many more) went through me when my doctor first said to me, “You have diabetes.” Now, more than 20 years after that initial diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes, and with the help of many medical professionals and structured programs, I’ve learned to manage my disease. One program at the LexingtonFayette County Health Department specializes in encouraging clients to self-manage their diabetes. This helps them maximize their lifespan, minimize the physical toll of the disease and control the negative effect diabetes normally has on the heart, the kidneys, circulation and mental health. This diabetes program was the initial one I turned to when I was first diagnosed. It offered me immediate assistance in conjunction with my personal physician and literally helped lay out the course
the rest of my life would take. Carol R. Hisle, RN, CDE (certified diabetes educator) heads the diabetes education program of the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department. Carol’s interest in nursing spans a lifetime. “I’ve been interested in nursing as a noble profession since I was 5 years old,” she said. A 1998 graduate of the University of Kentucky School of Nursing, she began her career at Clark County Hospital and soon began to specialize in diabetes treatment, care and education. Don: How has the diabetes program at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department changed during the past 20 years? Carol: The biggest change from 20 years ago is our extensive education program. Not only do we work with those diagnosed with diabetes, teaching them how to cope with all facets of the disease, but we are also concerned with prevention. There are 79 million Americans with prediabetes, walking around with blood sugar levels higher than normal, just a step away from developing the disease. Our goal is to teach those with pre-diabetes how to live healthier and perhaps not convert to diabetes. In many cases, a healthier lifestyle can prevent the onslaught of diabetes. You must become informed about diet, learning about carbohydrates, alternative food choices, nutrition, serving size and weight control. Developing good exercise habits would be next on the list. One hundred fifty minutes of exercise per week is recommended. That can include walking, running, a supervised exercise program, yoga and more. Let your doctor suggest the scope of a program that is correct for your weight and physical condition. Don: Are there some warning
signs a person can watch for that may indicate pre-diabetes? Carol: There are several risk factors you can look for. Some of the most frequent are inactivity; a family history of diabetes; lack of sleep; being overweight; high lipids (blood fats and cholesterol); gestational diabetes or having a baby who weighed more than nine pounds; race; high blood pressure and age; a fasting blood sugar level between 100-125mg/dl; or an A1C testing between 5.7 to 6.4 percent (see note at the end of this article). All these are signs are something you should quickly bring to the attention of your physician. You can also contact us for more information about diabetes, which may help you identify some steps you can immediately take to develop a healthier life style. Don: Let’s say I’ve developed some of the above symptoms and I’ve seen my doctor. He’s checked my labs and diagnosed me with pre-diabetes or Type 2 diabetes. Now what? Carol: In all instances, it becomes your responsibility to monitor your health and learn about your disease and ways to control it. It is better to control diabetes in both pre and diagnosed conditions with an improved diet and an exercise program designed for your specific needs. Everyone is different, of course. Some individuals will require immediate medication, but others will be able to have good control with diet and exercise. You had better take this as serious business. While only a few people directly die from diabetes itself, the disease gives rise to many other complications. Diabetics can develop serious kidney and heart problems, which can lead to an early death. Many other complications can affect your mobility, eyesight and activity level as you age. Your physician will help you through the process of learning to control your disease and hopefully refer you for diabetes education. Don: How do we contact you and/or get into your program? Carol: First, if you have been diagnosed with diabetes or with a pre-diabetes condition, ask your doctor to write a referral form. Your physician can request a form directly
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from us by calling (859) 288-2446. A form will be faxed directly to his or her office. We work closely with your physician so rest assured your care will be carefully coordinated. Secondly, if you need information about pre-diabetes or diabetes education materials, you can reach us directly by using the same number to schedule an appointment. Or check out our Web sites, www. lexingtonfayettecountyhealthdept. com or www.lexingtonhealthdepartment.org. You and up to two additional family members can attend a series of classes specifically designed to inform you about diet, health, exercise, coping, medication and more. It is very difficult for an individual to follow a diet and exercise program without the support of family, so encourage your spouse to attend class with you. It will make it easier to manage your diabetes if you have help and support. A Final Caution Only a person who has lived with diabetes for an extended period can relay the consequences you will live with for the rest of your life. The initial diagnosis is a true shock and requires an immediate adjustment in lifestyle, which is not easy. You will fight the transition at every opportunity. Simple measures can forestall the onslaught of the disease and control its negative effects. Recognize the consequences that arise from ignoring the required lifestyle changes. Diabetes is a chronic disease. Only you can assure that your life is a long one. NOTE: An A1C test is a blood test that provides an average of blood glucose (sugar) over a two- to three-month period. Normal blood sugar level is 4.5 percent. An A1C of 6.5 percent or higher indicates diabetes, and a reading between 5.7 percent to 6.4 percent is considered pre-diabetic, telling your physician you may be at high risk for developing the disease. Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive and Kidney Disease
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Events Calendar
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Wellness Wednesday
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On the first Wednesday of the month, all Good Foods Market and Café customers will receive 5% off all supplements, body care, and bulk herb & spice items. Customers can special order Wellness Wednesday items ahead of time and pick them up on Wellness Wednesday. When: Wednesday, July 3, 8 am – 10 pm. held at Good Foods Market & Café, 455 Southland Drive.
Ric’s Garden, the public cutting garden at Ashland Terrace, 475 S. Ashland Avenue, is open for business
This year Lexington’s List your event for FREE if it’s free to the public*. oldest retirement E-mail your event information to graphics@samplerpublications.com community offers (*$35 fee for events that are not free to the public) alstroemeria, iris, ageratum, gooseneck loosestrife, goldenrod, Sit and Get Fit purple coneflowers, Joe Pye Mondays and Fridays, 9:30amweed, lisianthus, snapdragons, 10:30am. FREE! This event is Yoga Health & Therapy zinnias, salvia, black-eyed susans a seated controlled exercise/ and marigolds. The following Center Classes movement class to improve varieties of herbs are available: Our Yoga Classes feature slow strength, flexibility, balance oregano, nasturtium, rosemary, stretch with gentle breathing, and coordination. It is taught lemon grass, sweet marjoram, and relaxation techniques. by Anne Graff, MS, OTR/L, lemon thyme, basil, parsley, Class size is small, to provide Occupational Therapist certified fennel, Italian parsley, sorrel, garlic careful instruction. Yoga classes by the American Senior Fitness chives, mint, winter savory, lemon are offered Mon through Thurs Association as a Senior Fitness verbena, dill, French tarragon (daytime and evening), and Sat Instructor and trained in Body and sage. Large blooms are .50, mornings. Our Meditation Starter Recall. Also included are: Fall small blooms are .25. Herbs Course teaches simple ways Prevention and Recovery, Fun are .25 a small bunch. Roses to focus and quiet the mind; Movements to Strengthen and vegetables are reserved for 5-week sessions are offered on Body and Mind, Improve residents only. The donation box Sundays at 5:30 pm. A nonPosture and Core Conditioning, and scissors are located at the profit organization operating Wellness Education, Relaxation start of the main garden walkway; since 1981, The Yoga Health & Techniques, and Music. water and containers are available Therapy Center is located at 322 The Charles Young Center is near the shed. Don’t miss the W. 2nd St. Free private parking located at 540 E. Third Street. smaller cutting garden behind is provided for most classes. For Parking is available on Shropshire the shed. All proceeds are used more information on fees and Avenue or Lewis Street, to maintain the garden and feed scheduled dates and times, call Lexington, KY. Ages 60 and older. the critters. Call Kelly or Michelle us at 859-254-9529, or email us For more information, please at 266-2581 for additional at info@yogahealthcenter.org contact Alexis Edge at 859-246information. 0281 or aedge@lexingtonky.gov.
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Ongoing
Swing Lessons
Every Tuesday: 8pm–10pm at Tates Creek Recreation Center, 1400 Gainesway Dr. $5.00 per person per lesson. Call for more information: Glenn and Rosalee Kelley 859-233-9947; OR Peter and Robin Young 859-224-3388.
Personal Shopping
Would you help an elderly lady if it required no work on your part? Support Sonja Ortmann, a dear Lexington lady in need of funds for medical costs. I provide personal shopping at reasonable rates, with at least 50% of your costs paid to help Sonja! You pay nothing until I deliver your merchandise to your door. I can also run errands for you. Read more about Sonja at GoFundMe. com/helpoursonja and contact me for more information: Brian, 859-206-4565 or 502-906-5019. Email: isfy.yourps@gmail.com.
Community Yoga Class with Lauren Higdon
Every Tuesday 10:30am– 11:30am at Centered Studio, 309 n Ashland ave suite 180 in Lexington. This weekly restorative class integrates gentle yoga, breathing techniques, meditation and wellness tips for all ages and levels of physical condition. Classes may include chair yoga, restorative, yin yoga, tai chi, and more. Perfect for beginners as well as experienced yogis! Donations-based class.
Community Flow
This weekly (Tuesdays) restorative class integrates gentle yoga, breathing techniques, meditation and wellness tips for all ages and levels of physical condition. 10:30am–11:30am. Donation only (great portion of all donations go to the Backpack Food
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Nature lovers, hikers, cliff climbers RENT THIS CABIN Near Natural Bridge State Park and Red River Gorge. Call or visit website for reservations.
Ken & Sheila Brown
www.VRBO.com/361686 (606) 668-2599 (606) 643-6044 ksbrown@mrtc.com
Program at Ashland Elementary.) Inspiring, Educating & Supporting our World through the Moving, Visual & Healing Arts! Daily classes, therapies, workshops & a great spot to host your next event! 309 N Ashland Ave Ste.180, Lexington, KY 40502. 859-721-1841. www.centeredlex. com
MELT Method Hand, Foot and Body Healing Class by Shayne Wigglesworth
Mondays and Wednesdays at 12pm - Discover pain-free living at any age! Enjoy a gentle foam roller class to reduce pain, inflammation, stress, anxiety and more! MELT Method certified instructor Shayne Wigglesworth will teach you healing techniques you can use for self care at home. All materials and rollers are provided. Perfect for all ages, body types and experience levels. Learn more at www. centeredlex.com or call 859-7211841
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
Full 8 week program (Thursdays) the gold standard in mindfulness. Orientation January 14th @ 6:00PM. Study and practice with a supportive group and learn to: relax your body, quiet your mind, open your heart, manage stress and prevent burnout , learn nondrug approaches for managing chronic conditions. Cost deeply discounted for UK employees, spouses and retirees. Sliding scale for non-UK participants. Facilitator: John A. Patterson MD, MSPH, FAAFP, Mind Body Studio 517A Southland Drive Lexington KY 859-373-0033.
Full details at http://www. mindbodystudio.org/?page_ id=1262
January 9
Senior Aerobics Solid Gold
10am – 11 am, William Wells Brown Community Center, 548 East Sixth Street. Weekly through December 12. Free. Sponsored by Lexington Parks and Recreation. For more information, contact Jill Chenault-Wilson at 389-6678.
January 13, 21, 23, and 25 Living Healthy with High Blood Pressure
Living Healthy with High Blood Pressure is an educational session for people who have been diagnosed with hypertension or high blood pressure. Participants of this supplementary High Blood Pressure session will learn how to better manage their condition. Topics covered during the workshop include: What is High Blood Pressure, Problems with Salt/Sodium, Intake Knowing Your Numbers. This session will be offered on Wednesday, January 13 from 10am-12:30p; Thursday, January 21 from 5:30-8pm; Saturday, January 23 from 10am – 12:30p; and Monday, January 25 from 2-4:30pm at the Lexington Public Library; Beaumont Branch; 3080 Fieldstone Way. Please contact Lydia Jacobs at the Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living at 859-2698021 or ljacobs@bgadd.org with questions.
January 15
The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
If you have a loved one who is newly diagnosed, or if you just want to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease, this program is for you. This presentation will explore what everyone should know about memory loss issues and what they mean for all of us. The program will take place at the Nicholasville Extension Office, 95 Park Drive, on January 15th from 10-11 am. To register for this program, please call 1-800-272-3900. Registration is required.
January 21
Dementia Conversations This program shares tips for breaking the ice and having difficult conversations around some of the most common issues that arise when someone shows signs of Alzheimer’s or dementia. Issues such as doctor visits, deciding when to stop driving, planning for the future and building a care team that works and communicates well are discussed. Learning how to approach these conversations will help to reduce some of the stress that can accompany the process of addressing a disease like Alzheimer’s. To register, call the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline at 1-800-2723900. Time: 10:30AM-11:30AM. Location: Madison County Senior Center, 1215 West Main Street, Richmond.
January 24
An Afternoon of Mindfulness, Meditation and Deep Rest
The goals of this afternoon retreat are to: slow down, relax the body, quiet the mind and open the heart, prevent burnout from work and caretaker stress, mobilize your inner resources for healing, learn non-drug approaches for managing stress-related chronic conditions, and cultivate your innate happiness, peacefulness and compassion. Facilitator: John A. Patterson MD, MSPH, FAAFP, Mind Body Studio 517A Southland Drive Lexington KY 859-373-0033. Pre-registration required. Cost: $20-$40 sliding scale. Full details at http://www. mindbodystudio.org/?page_ id=1117
January 26
Reiki Introduction & Practice
6:30pm- 8:30pm. 2508 Wallace Avenue, Louisville, KY 40205. Free. Those who do have not Reiki training—come for an introduction & to experience it. No experience required. Those with Reiki come to receive the Reiki energy & practice on others. Free reattunement to your last level of Usui or Karuna Reiki® upon request if you have your certificate. Contact JoAnn Utley at 502-777-3865 or jutley5122@bellsouth.net to register. More info at http:// joannutley.byregion.net
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January 26
Health Chats about Diabetes
4-5 pm, Nathaniel Mission, 1109 Versailles Rd, Suite 400. Free. Sponsored by the LexingtonFayette Co. Health Dept.. For more information, call (859) 2882446.
February 5
The 2016 Central Kentucky Heart Ball Presented by White, Greer & Maggard Orthodontics
American Heart Association is having their annual Heart Ball; this year they honor Laura Bell Bundy. Silent and live auction. Tickets are $300. Contact Mike Turner, Special Events Director, 859-317-6878, mike.turner@ heart.org for more information.
February 8, 18, 23, and 26 Living Healthy with High Blood Pressure
Living Healthy with High Blood Pressure is an educational session for people who have been diagnosed with hypertension or high blood pressure. Participants of this supplementary High Blood Pressure session will learn how to better manage their condition. Topics covered during the workshop include: What is High Blood Pressure, Problems with Salt/Sodium, Intake Knowing Your Numbers. This session will be offered on Monday, February 8 from 10am – 12:30p; Thursday, February 18 from 2:00p – 4:30p; Tuesday, February 23 from 5:007:00pm; and Friday, February 26 from 3:00-5:30p at the Lexington Public Library; Beaumont Branch; 3080 Fieldstone Way. Please contact Lydia Jacobs at the Bluegrass Area Agency on Aging and Independent Living at 859269-8021 or ljacobs@bgadd.org with questions.
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Senior Services DIRECTORY
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Does your business provide excellent senior services?
call us for a spot County Offices & Meal Programs in the directory 859.225.4466 Health Care Systems & Hospitals Transportation, Personal Shopping, Errands Senior Day Centers, Adult Day Centers & Respite Care In Home Care (Non-Medical) In Home Medical Care Mental Health, Family & Caregiver Support, Advice Disability & Rehabilitation Medical Equipment, Supplies & Monitoring Systems Finances & Estate Planning, Trusts/Wills, Reverse Mortgage Funeral Arrangement & Pre-Planning
About the Directory Living Well 60+ is striving to make your search for local senior services a bit easier. We know there are many companies available to assist seniors in central Kentucky – so many that beginning a search to fit your need can seem like a daunting task. That’s why our directory features a collection of local companies and organizations who have a solid track record of providing exceptional assistance. We hope it becomes a useful starting point in your search for quality senior services.
Legal Services Home Repair & Maintenance Skilled Nursing Facilities, Personal Care Homes, Long-Term Care
Senior Independent Living & Retirement Housing (Non-Medical) Real Estate / Rent- Subsidized Housing For Independent Living Moving, Estate Sales, Downsizing Services Fitness, Healthy Eating & Healthy Living Healthcare, Medicare Help and Insurance Vision Care
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HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS & HOSPITALS Lexington Clinic
DISABILITY & REHABILITATION YMCA of Central Kentucky
1221 S. Broadway Lexington, KY 40504 859-258-4000
239 E. High St. Lexington, KY 40502 859-254-9622 ymcaofcentralky.org
IN HOME CARE (NON-MEDICAL)
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Winchester Center
Accessible Home Health Care
366 Waller Ave. Ste. 112 Lexington, KY 40504 859-313-5167 www.accessiblebluegrass.com
Assisting Hands
1795 Alysheba Way, Ste. 7105 Lexington, KY 40509 859-264-0646 www.assistinghands.com/lexington
Senior Helpers of the Bluegrass
3070 Harrodsburg Rd. Ste. 240 Lexington, KY 40503 859-296-2525 www.seniorhelpers.com
IN HOME MEDICAL CARE
160 Pedro Way 859-745-2152 www.drayerpt.com
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Richmond Center 1054 Center Drive, Ste. 1 859-625-0600 www.drayerpt.com
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Lexington Perimeter Center 600 Perimeter Drive, Ste. 175 859-268-1201 www.drayerpt.com
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Lexington Beaumont Center
Medi-Calls
1010 Monarch Street, Ste. 150 859-219-0211 www.drayerpt.com
Saint Joseph Home Health
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES & MONITORING SYSTEMS
1055 Wellington Way #215 Lexington, KY 40513 859-422-4369 2464 Fortune Dr. Ste. 110 Lexington, KY 40509 859-277-5111 www.saintjosephanchomecare.com
Central Baptist Lifeline 859-260-6217 www.centralbap.com
Bluegrass Elderlaw
www.bgelderlaw.com PLLC
Take control of your future Carolyn L. Kenton Amy E. Dougherty 120 N. Mill St., Ste. 300 Lexington, KY 40507 Phone: 859.281.0048
Wealth Preservation Powers of Attorney Guardianship Medicaid Planning Probate
FINANCES & ESTATE PLANNING, TRUSTS/ WILLS, REVERSE MORTGAGE
Attorney Walter C. Cox, Jr & Assoc. LLC 2333 Alexandria Dr. 859-514-6033 www.waltercoxlaw.com info@waltercoxlaw.com
LEGAL SERVICES
Bluegrass Elder Law
120 North Mill Street, Ste 300 859-281-0048 www.bgelderlaw.com
HOME REPAIR & MAINTENANCE
Mountain Waterfalls
Award-Winning Water Features 859-684-0642 www.mountainwaterfalls.net
SENIOR INDEPENDENT LIVING & RETIREMENT HOUSING (NON-MEDICAL) Mayfair Village
3310 Tates Creek Rd. Lexington, KY 40502 859-266-2129 www.mayfairseniors.com
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Rose Mary C. Brooks Place 200 Rose Mary Dr. Winchester, KY 40391 859-745-4904 www.brooksplace.org
The Lafayette
690 Mason Headley Rd. 859-278-9080 www.lafayettelexington.com
Ashland Terrace
475 S. Ashland Ave. Lexington, KY 40502 859-266-2581 www.ashlandterrace.org
Hometown Manor Assisted Living Community Georgetown, Lawrenceburg, Shelbyville 859-229-5914 www.hometownmanor.com
St Andrews Retirement Community 300 Stocker Dr. 859-625-1400 www.standrewsplace.org
Hometown Manor Assisted Living Communities
2141 Executive Drive, Lexington (859) 317-8439 www.hometownmanor.com
Windsor Gardens of Georgetown Assisted Living 100 Windsor Path Georgetown, KY 40324 502-570-0540
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Acupressure and Chinese Medicine for Health Over 50 by Kris McClanahan, M.Ac., Dipl.Ac., L.Ac, Artemesia Are We Really Healthier?
In today’s world of technology, advances in health care and the potential of living longer, there also lives the question, “What about the quality of our lives?” Are we really healthier? As one who was born at the end of the baby boomer era, I have an ongoing interest in wellness over age 50, and in the past two decades I’ve observed a trend of increased health-andwellness seeking among people in my generation. Simultaneously, a myriad of complementary medicine options have become more available and accessible. Today these options include massage, bodywork, natural herbal supplements, meditation, acupuncture and others. More people over the age of 50 are living longer and are seeking ways to enhance their physical, mental and emotional health. “Aging well,” “maintaining vitality” and “50 years young” are now common catch phrases, and there is increased emphasis on the importance of positive mental attitudes regarding how we view aging and “getting older.”
The Legacy of Li Qing Yuen
A positive role model for the over-50 generation is Li Qing Yuen. In Chinese history, Li Qing Yuen was a prominent herbalist who purportedly lived over 200 years using only a regimen of a healthy diet, herbs, daily exercise and meditation. Despite mixed opinions over the accuracy of his age and the documented dates of his birth, Li Qing Yuen left us
sage advise when asked about his longevity: “Keep a quiet heart. Sit like a tortoise. Walk sprightly like a pigeon. And sleep like a dog.” He believed one could have good health and a long life simply by attaining inner peace and a tranquil heart. These quaint words of wisdom are actually what we deeply long for in the midst of our fast-paced lives. Today it seems we must try a little harder to find ways to balance work and household tasks with leisure, rest and time with friends or family.
What can we do to balance our lives and slow the aging process? 1. Seek out Acupuncture.
Acupuncture was developed over 3,000 years ago to restore and maintain health by inserting fine needles at specific points on the body to stimulate the body’s natural healing mechanisms. Regular acupuncture restores the function of all the organ systems and helps support good health as we age. It promotes blood circulation, regulates hormones and digestion, reduces inflammation and calms the mind. Acupuncture, a healthy diet, herbs and exercise have the potential to improve quality of life at any stage of life.
2. Take time to enjoy the outdoors whenever you can.
Meditation, quiet time and connecting with nature are ways to help manage stress levels and our reactions to high-stress situations. The tranquility and beauty of nature helps us access the calm and peaceful place within our-
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selves. And this good medicine is as close as our own backyards. 3. Think of food as your daily medicine.
Take time to observe every kind of food you consume on a daily basis. If you have questions, seek out a nutrition coach. Evaluate each food you eat for its nutritional value and “life force.” While it is important to eat healthy, balanced meals and snacks, we should also enjoy the taste of our foods. Take a little time to savor your meals; chew thoroughly and, if possible, try to eat in a non-stressful, unhurried environment.
4. Keep moving and keep active.
Find an exercise regime or activity you enjoy and look forward to doing. Just as you set aside regular times for meals, make a commitment to set aside time in your day for physical activity to keep your bones and muscles strong. Tai Chi, QiGong, yoga and walking are all excel-
lent forms of exercise that do not place much stress on aging joints. Or you might join a health club that offers personal trainers and/ or programs tailored to seniors. 5. Spend time with your family or your community of friends.
Engage socially on a regular basis with people and in events or activities that are particularly meaningful to you. Most importantly, try to find and prioritize the aspects of your work, recreational and social activities that bring you maximum joy.
6. Balance mental and emotional health.
Our mental and emotional health can greatly influence our physical health. According to Chinese medicine, when emotions are out of balance, our bodies are affected and we become more susceptible to disease. It is therefore even more important ACU. Continued on Page 31
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Pearl Nikolaisen May was born Aug. 9, 1915. One hundred years later, she no longer drives or takes long trips. But recently, sitting in her Nicholasville home, she spoke with quiet joy of her Christian faith and of her family, including the newest members, two tiny great-great grandchildren. Born in Moorehead, Iowa, Pearl was the middle child of three. Her father died when she was about 3 years old, leaving her with only scattered memories of him. Several years later, her mother married a man who had four children with his deceased first wife. Together, they had two more girls. Pearl keeps in touch with these halfsisters, although they now live in Colorado and Washington. Pearl, whose Danish maiden name is pronounced nik-o-LAYi-sen, was living in Omaha and
working as a secretary at Westinghouse when she met her husbandto-be, Alvin May. Two of his buddies brought him along one day when they came to visit her and the young woman with whom she shared an apartment. She and Alvin were married on April 25, 1942. Pearl made her wedding gown. It was an expression of only one of her skills. Her daughter-inlaw, Fran May, describes Pearl as “a beautiful knitter and crocheter and gardener.” After their marriage, Al and Pearl moved to the Detroit area, settling in Dearborn, Mich., where Al worked as an accountant for the Ford Motor Company from 1942 until his retirement in 1978. Pearl says that it was no trouble for her to transfer to Westinghouse in Detroit, where she again worked as a secretary. Following customs common then, Alvin worked for one company for his entire career,
forming a loyalty to Ford. When their first child, Barry, was born, Pearl stopped working and stayed at home, managing the household and caring for the children. They also had a daughter, Janet, born four years after Barry. When Al retired from Ford, he and Pearl moved to Marion, Ind., where Barry was on faculty at Indiana Wesleyan University. They did not live with Barry and his wife, Fran, but were close enough for easy visits. When Barry joined the faculty of Asbury University in Wilmore, Ky., in 1997, Pearl and Al followed them, moving to a condominium in the Crossings in Nicholasville, a short ride from Barry and Fran’s home. Al died of an apparent heart attack on Nov. 12, 2008. He was 93. Pearl went to live with Barry and Fran in 2012. Her daughter, Janet, stays in touch with calls and letters and comes from her home in Denver to visit twice a year or more. Whether it was roses around the back yard and north windows filled with African violets in Dearborn, a garden in their big yard in Marion or a few plants around the edge of their patio in Nicholasville, Pearl is a lifelong, excellent gardener. Asked if her health is good, Pearl says it is, but she recalls a near-fatal bout with a ruptured appendix when she was about 17 years old. She had surgery, but recupera-
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tion was slow in those days before antibiotics. “I lost a whole year of school,” she said. Appendix trouble seems to run in her family. Her brother died at age 12 of a ruptured appendix. She described emergency surgery being done as her brother lay on the dining room table in their home. But it was too late; he did not survive. “It was a terrible time,” Pearl says. But life goes on. Pearl, who uses a walker to get around, occasionally goes out to a movie. In spite of macular degeneration, she is able to read. “She keeps a book going all the time,” said Fran. She also reads daily from Guideposts and from another devotional publication, Our Daily Bread. She watches the noon news and enjoys “Little House on the Prairie” and “The Waltons.” In the evening she likes to catch “The O’Reilly Factor” news program. Pearl says her mother was the greatest influence on her life. She is grateful for what she describes as “the great effort” her mother made to see that her children were in Sunday school and church every Sunday. They were raised in the Lutheran church. Fran says Pearl never fails to thank her for a meal. Fran’s 92-year-old mother, who lives in their neighborhood, joins them regularly for Sunday dinner. Pearl is grateful for her five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren, even if the seven do live in five widely scattered states, none close to Kentucky. As a bonus, she adds she is “a good sleeper.” Her greatest desire for all the members of her family? “That they all would walk with the Lord.”
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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month Disease is second leading cause of blindness in the United States by Jamie Lober, Staff Writer
According to the American Optometric Association (www. aoa.org), glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the United States, most often occurring in people over age 40. “Glaucoma is a disease typically of high intraocular pressure,” said Dr. Sheila Sanders, director of glaucoma services at the University of Kentucky Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. “In time it will cause nerve damage, which can create blind spots in the vision.” The trouble with glaucoma is that many people may be unaware they have the condition. “It is usually silent because most
people cannot tell their pressures are elevated,” said Saunders. “It happens so gradually that you do not feel different, but you can have damage.” Not everyone with high intraocular pressure will develop glaucoma, and some people with normal eye pressure develop glaucoma. This is why it is important to visit an eye doctor regularly to have your vision evaluated. “Glaucoma typically happens in the peripheral vision,” said Saunders. “People will think they can see fine, drive fine and read fine print, but they are losing vision on the side and do not realize it until it is advanced.” The Glaucoma Research Foundation (www.glaucoma.org) says
90 percent of glaucoma cases are open-angle glaucoma, also known as primary or chronic glaucoma, in which the patient has a wide and open angle between the iris and cornea. Acute or narrow-angle glaucoma happens when the angle between the iris and cornea closes. The foundation urges people to get their eyes checked every two to four years if they are under age 40. Those above age 65 should have an eye examination every six to 12 months. Some people are more susceptible to glaucoma than others. “The people at higher risk are people who are African American over the age of 40 and Caucasians who are over the age of 60,” said Saunders. Glaucoma tends to be
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genetic. Some studies show heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure can increase glaucoma risk. “There is no prevention other than a good, healthy lifestyle,” said Saunders. Diagnosis is fairly straightforward. “The main thing we check is the way the optic nerve looks,” Saunders said. Different kinds of testing can be performed, such as taking images of the optic nerve or using visual field tests to check peripheral vision. Once you are diagnosed, glaucoma can be stabilized, though it will not disappear completely. “It is something that will always need to be checked, but most people if treated properly will not go blind,” said Saunders. “Sometimes the treatment needs to be adjusted over time, and because glaucoma is a chronic disease, you have to continue to follow and manage it.” There are several treatments for glaucoma. “The mainstay of therapy is eye-drop treatment, but there are also laser treatments and minimally invasive surgical options,” said Saunders. The medications seek to reduce the elevated intraocular pressure; surgical procedures have the same goal. Laser surgery can help drain fluid out of the eye. The Glaucoma Research Foundation has funded the Biomarker Initiative, which is trying to accelerate the pace of discovery toward better treatments and, ultimately, a cure for glaucoma. Several instruments for imaging the retina noninvasively will be used to measure and test these new biomarkers.
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Global AgeWatch Releases Findings for 2015 People aged 60+ is fastest growing population group
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people aged 60 and over worldwide. This is 12.3 percent of the world’s population. By 2030, there will be more people over age 60 than under age 10. Already there are more adults over age 60 than there are children under age 5. Here are some other facts and findings from 2015 data: • The index includes 96 countries, but 98 countries had to be left out because of lack of data. Only 11 out of 54 countries in Africa are included. • Inequality among older people is increasing. The life expectancy gap at age 60 between countries at the top and bottom of the index continues to widen. (It went from 5.7 years in 1990 to 7.3 years in 2012.) • Women are more at risk of poverty in old age. • In the United States, the old-age poverty rate varies significantly between racial and ethnic groups. • Violence against older women remains largely invisible. For more information, go to www.globalagewatch.org.
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Home Instead Sponsors Salute to Senior Service Contest Volunteering is important to many seniors by Martha Evans Sparks, Staff Writer
Home Instead Senior Care network describes itself as the world’s largest provider of non-medical in-home care services for seniors. That is just part of what Home Instead does. The company believes part of its mission is to change people’s perception of aging, moving from dwelling on aging adults’ limitations to emphasizing their capabilities. Home Instead established its Salute to Senior Service contest as a way to positively influence society’s opinion of aging. The contest honors the contributions of active senior volunteers. Home Instead says on its Web site that staying actively engaged in life through activities such as
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volunteering can help seniors sustain a healthier lifestyle that includes a host of physical, mental and social benefits. Volunteering is important to many of the seniors, according to research conducted for Home Instead Senior Care. One in five senior volunteers says volunteering was the most important thing they do. Any legal U.S. or Canadian resident of legal age as of March 1, 2016 can nominate a senior citizen over age 65 who volunteers a minimum of 15 hours per month for the Salute recognition. The 2016 contest entry period begins at midnight Eastern Standard Time on Jan. 15 and runs until 11:59 p.m. on March 1. If you wish to nominate someone, go to www.salutetoseniorservice.com. You can also nominate yourself and vote more than once. The winner in each state will be the senior volunteer who receives the most votes in his or her state. In 2014, a total of 1,060 seniors were nominated and 110,781 votes were cast nationally. After state winners are determined, a five-person judging panel will choose a national winner. The national winner’s designated
non-profit charity will receive a $5,000 donation from Home Instead. Each local (state) winner’s designated non-profit charity will receive a $500 donation. All winners will receive a certificate in recognition of their service and a place in the contest’s “Wall of Fame” on the Web site. The Kentucky state winner in 2014 was Eugene Gibbs of Ransom, KY. Gibbs was instrumental in obtaining funding at both the state and local levels for the Pike County Senior Citizens Program. He and others lobbied for building the Blackberry/McCarr Senior Citizens Center, where he has volunteered 80 hours or more a month for 15 years. Gibbs also volunteered 20 hours a month for 15 years for the Pike County Senior Citizens Program, in addition to volunteering with the Shriners and other charitable causes in Pike County. Blair Huffman, human resources director in Home Instead’s Lexington, KY, office, said with this contest Home Instead likes to recognize all kinds of volunteer work. “We want to make sure we are part of the community,” Huffman said. “It is a way for us
to make sure that each senior who is still doing amazing things gets recognition.” Huffman said some of the nominees included a woman who has given large amounts of time to making sure underprivileged, neglected children get help and know they are loved. Another man, who is a U.S. Army veteran, has rung bells for the Salvation Army at Christmas and volunteers at a local Ronald McDonald House. Home Instead, Inc. is headquartered in Omaha, NE. Huffman says Home Instead has almost 1,000 franchises in the United States. In 2014 the company opened its first two franchises in China. There are eight Home Instead franchises in Kentucky. Home Instead caregivers assist seniors with eating, bathing, walking or whatever else they need. She adds they are on call 24/7. “What our company does,” Huffman said, “is go wherever seniors are – their home or an assisted living or nursing home facility, wherever they are. Our goal is to make seniors happy, not take away their independence.”
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Credit Repair: Facts and Fiction You can repair your bad credit yourself by Angela S. Hoover, Staff Writer
Repairing bad credit is possible, but it’s not as easy and instantaneous as some advertisements make it seem. There is no instant fix to credit problems. Fortunately, you can repair your credit yourself with no fees. Unfortunately, the credit-repair journey is a long one. Some people turn to credit-repair companies for help, but many consumers are unclear about exactly what credit-repair companies can and cannot do. Some mistakenly believe these companies have knowledge of hidden laws. There is nothing they can legally do that you cannot do for yourself at no charge. A credit-repair company simply does the leg work, such as letter writing, for you. That is all. The first step toward repairing your credit is to get your most recent credit reports from all three credit-reporting agencies. Everyone is entitled to receive a free credit report once a year. To request your annual credit report, visit www. annualcreditreport.com or call 1-877-322-8228. Consumers are also entitled to a free credit report if a company takes adverse action against them. This means being denied an application for credit, insurance or employment. After receiving the three reports, carefully analyze them for any discrepancies and inaccurate or old information. If you find some information to dispute, report it to all three agencies and the information provider (the company reporting the debt and payment history). Include copies of any documentation that supports the dispute to all parties. Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), credit-reporting agencies are obligated to correct or delete inaccurate, incomplete or
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