Living Well 60+ January/February 2021

A RESOURCE GUIDE FOR YOUR GENERATION JAN / FEB 2021 VOL. 16 ISSUE 6

ENTERTAINMENT • HEALTH • BARGAINS • LIFESTYLE

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DASH Diet Works for People With High Blood Pressure

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Colitis: Symptoms Vary from Person to Person

10 ELDER LAW: 5 Tips to Review Your Estate Planning Documents 12 CAREGIVERS CORNER: Checking In On Aging Loved Ones 14 AARP Experience Corps Seeks Volunteers to Help Children Improve Their Reading

18 SENIOR SERVICES DIRECTORY 23 A Look at the COVID-19 Vaccines 26 PET HEALTH: Winter and Your Pets 28

Geriatric Care Managers Help Families With Aging Issues

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THE LATEST TREND: RVing for Seniors

EDITOR Dear Friends, Happy new year! We can unequivocally say we survived the Pandemic of 2020 – but don’t rest on your laurels. COVID-19 isn’t done with us yet. A new strain has appeared, but vaccines have also been developed for the fight against this deadly virus. I am sure every one of us has been touched by the

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coronavirus in some way or another – either having lost a loved one to it or having faced it yourself. This is the important thing to remember: The virus doesn’t care about politics or whether you think wearing a mask impinges on your freedom. We must be united in our efforts to make it dissipate and disappear. We must be more vigilant about mask wearing and more aware that

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DASH Diet

Works for People With High Blood Pressure Lowers cholesterol levels, reduces risk of heart disease as well

by Living Well 60+ Staff

Have you heard of the DASH diet? DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. It is an eating plan based on research studies sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). These studies showed DASH lowers high blood pressure and improves levels of cholesterol, thus reducing your risk of developing heart disease. The DASH diet is also in line with dietary recommendations to prevent osteoporosis, cancer, stroke and diabetes.

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The DASH eating plan emphasizes eating vegetables, fruits and whole grains.

Whole grains have more fiber and nutrients than refined grains. The DASH diet also encourages eating fat-free or low-fat dairy products, as well as fish, poultry, beans, nuts and vegetable oils. These foods are rich in nutrients that help lower blood pressure, such as potassium, calcium and magnesium.

The DASH diet strives to achieve a healthy balance by limiting total fat to less than 30 percent of daily calories from fat, with a focus on the healthier monounsaturated fats. Sugar-sweetened beverages and snack foods are also limited. The diet plan calls for a certain number of servings daily from various food groups. The number of servings you require may vary, depending on how many calories you need per day.

These tips can help make following the DASH diet easier: » Use only half your typical serving of butter, margarine or salad dressing. » Use low-fat or fat-free condiments. » Trim the skin and fat from poultry and meat and bake, broil, grill or roast it instead of frying it in fat. » Make some of your meals vegetarian. » Substitute unsalted pretzels, unsalted and unbuttered popcorn or nuts for chips when you want a snack. » Have a piece of fruit as a snack. One serving could be a medium piece of fruit, half a cup of fresh, frozen or canned fruit or four ounces of juice. » Choose either fresh or frozen vegetables. When buying frozen and canned vegetables, choose those labeled as low sodium or without added salt. » Use brown rice instead of white rice, whole-wheat pasta instead of regular pasta and whole-grain bread instead of white bread. » Avoid trans fat, commonly found in processed foods such as crackers, baked goods and fried items. » Read food labels to choose products that are lower in sodium. » Cut back on added sugar.

Research studies demonstrated people who followed the DASH diet lowered their blood pressure within two weeks. Make the change gradually, adding fruits and vegetables to your lunch and dinner and incorporating more whole grains in your meals. For even better results, pair the DASH diet with other positive lifestyle changes such as exercising daily and not smoking. As always, be sure to check with your primary care physician before starting any new diet.

Sources:

• Mayo Clinic (www.mayoclinic.org) • Medline Plus (www.medlineplus.gov) • WebMd (www.webmd.com)

For even better results, pair the DASH diet with other positive lifestyle changes.

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HEALTH OVERVIEW

Colitis The symptoms of this autoimmune disease can vary from person to person

by Living Well 60+ Staff

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is chronic inflammation of the large intestine (colon). It is classified as an inflammatory bowel disease. The symptoms of this autoimmune disease can vary from person to person, depending on the part of the colon that’s affected and the severity of the inflammation. UC is known to involve an interaction of three things: genetics, the immune system and environmental factors. Inflammation occurs when the immune system responds inappropriately to the intestinal tract.

UC symptoms can range from

mild to moderate to severe based on where the large intestine is inflamed.

Symptoms include abdominal pain or discomfort; loose stools; blood or pus in stool; fever; weight loss; and frequent, recurring diarrhea. People with UC also have tenesmus – a sudden and constant feeling that you have to move your bowels. Some people have periods of frequent flare-ups, followed by fewer symptoms (remission) and then another flare-up.

UC is diagnosed through blood tests, stool samples, colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy. Your physician may

also take X-rays of your abdomen to look for complications such as a perforated colon. UC can lead to other serious complications, such as profuse bleeding that can cause anemia; bowel rupture; and an increased risk of colon cancer. Your doctor or specialist may want to perform surgery to address these issues.

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ELDER LAW

Start Off Your New Year Right

The beginning of the year is a great time to plan for your future.

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Tips to Review Your Estate Planning Documents

by Bluegrass ElderLaw, PLLC

Welcome to 2021! The past year has been a rollercoaster.

To prepare for 2021 and the unexpected future, we recommend taking a few minutes to make sure your estate plan is up to date.

The beginning of the year is a great time to plan for your future.

If you have already done some estate planning, it is time to review your documents.

Here are some tips: 1. REVIEW ANY CHANGES IN THE PAST YEAR

Did you have any big changes last year? Did you get married or divorced? Did you have a kid?

Did your assets or income change or was there a death in your family? Your documents need to reflect any of these changes.

2. REVIEW YOUR POWERSOF-ATTORNEY

Kentucky’s power-of-attorney (POA) law changed significantly in 2020. While you should have an attorney review your document, here are a couple of things to look for.

• HIPPA. Does your POA provide HIPAA releases?

HIPAA is the Health Insurance

Portability and Accountability Act. This law prevents doctors or other medical professionals from disclosing your health care information without your permission.

• Gifting. Does your legal/ financial POA provide for unrestricted gifting power?

Many powers-of-attorney will only allow for limited gifting powers. This is an unfortunate restraint if asset preservation planning needs to be done in the future. If your document does not specifically mention gifting powers, your agent does not have authority to make gifts of any kind.

• Agents. Are the person(s) you named as your agent or agents still the appropriate people to make decisions for you if you cannot? Are the people you appointed mentally competent, responsible and reliable?

3. REVIEW YOUR WILL

Find your will and actually read it! Here are some things to review in your last will and testament: • Executor. Is the person(s) who you named as your executor (also called personal representatives) still the appropriate people to serve? You should

choose responsible individuals to be your executor. This person does not need to be one of your children or your heirs.

If you do not trust the people receiving power under your will to distribute the assets fairly, pick someone else.

• Specific Gifts. Do you have any specific gifts that need to be added? If you have specific items that you want to go to certain persons, this should be memorialized in your document. Post-it notes attached to personal items are not binding on the executor and could be moved.

• Minor or Disabled Beneficiaries. If you have people in your life who are under the age of eighteen (18) or who are disabled (or receiving means-tested government benefits) there are specific ways they should receive assets.

your death. This person is your beneficiary. Ask your financial institution for the most current version of your beneficiary designation form. Make sure what they have on record is still what you want. You may want to consider adding a “per stirpes” designation, split the proceeds according to different percentage or designate a trust.

5. GATHER IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS

4. REVIEW BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION FORMS

Place all your important documents in a folder together and put them in a safe place. In addition to your legal documents, place bank account information, life insurance policies, retirement account information and passwords in the folder for your loved ones to find easily if necessary. If you are putting your documents in a bank’s lock box, make sure your loved ones know that they are there. Make copies of all your documents or scan them into your computer for easy reference.

This is probably the No. 1 overlooked step. Your retirement accounts, life insurance and even some bank accounts may name a person to receive the assets upon

With those five simple steps, you are ready to start off in the New Year with a bang!

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CAREGIVERS CORNER

Checking In On

Aging Loved Ones

by Living Well 60+ Staff

Of course you worry about your parents or other elderly loved ones when you’re not able to be with them. And most of the time when you call and ask them how they’re doing, they’ll tell you they’re fine. But are they really? What signs should you look for to clue you in that things aren’t as rosy and problem free as you might have been told?

Do pets and plants show signs of neglect?

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Here are some things to be aware of:

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They seem to be losing weight. This may be a sign they are not eating properly.

They neglect general personal hygiene – hair is uncombed and unwashed, teeth are not brushed.

Bills and letters go unopened and unpaid.

The house is a mess – in contrast to previously being well kept.

They wear the same clothes constantly, even as they get dirtier.

The food in the refrigerator is spoiling.

They miss doctor’s appointments.

They forget to take their medication or they take too much.

They have frequent injuries or numerous bruises.

Pets and plants show signs of neglect.

They appear listless and don’t enjoy doing things they previously did.

They sleep too much or too little.

You may need to step in and take control of the situation. Be prepared for push back and even hostility. Some older people prize their independence and resent even the most well-intended attempts to help. You may want to enlist the aid of the person’s primary care

physician to evaluate their needs and the condition of their health or call on a geriatric care manager (see article on page 29 of this issue) for guidance and resources. Depression is a very real concern for older adults, especially with the isolation required by the pandemic.

Their physician can help diagnose and design a treatment plan if necessary.

Sources:

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AARP Experience Corps Seeks Volunteers to

Help Children Improve Their Reading If you’re looking for a worthwhile way to spend your time in retirement, you may want to learn more about AARP Foundation Experience Corps. This intergenerational volunteer-based tutoring program is proven to help children who aren’t reading at grade level become great readers by the end of the third grade.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE AARP FOUNDATION EXPERIENCE CORPS

VISIT www.aarp.org/experience-corps AND REGISTER FOR AN UPCOMING INFO. SESSION

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e inspire and empower adults age 50 and older to serve in their community and disrupt the cycle of poverty by making a lasting difference in the lives of America’s most vulnerable children,” says the AARP. “Our goal is to improve children’s literacy, strengthen our communities and help develop cultures of inspiration in our schools. And we also want to support our hardworking teachers.”

“Experience Corps makes a significant difference building a positive environment for learning,” says the Center for American Progress.

“It helps students achieve and serves as a costeffective way to improve the quality of education and supplement overworked teachers.”

The Experience Corps trains volunteers, age 50 years and over, to tutor and mentor more than 30,000 pre-K to third grade students throughout the country. Working collaboratively with teachers and other volunteers, you can change the course of a child’s life by sharing your wisdom and experience. In the era of COVID-19, many of these volunteer experiences had to pivot to take place virtually for the 2020-21 school year. Working together on a video-based platform, tutors will still be able to coach students in their reading skills, provide encouragement and give them the opportunity to spend more time learning with a trusted and caring adult.

Tutors learn how repetitive and frequent reading leads to reading fluency. They also learn how to involve and excite students in reading skillfully. They are specifically shown how to make reading a fun and rewarding process for struggling students. Volunteers’ tutoring skills are enhanced with the aim of having them share their wisdom and experience and inspire young readers to explore the world through books and reading.

Tutors must 50 or older; have a minimum high school diploma or GED; pass a criminal background check and a basic literacy screening; attend 25 hours of annual training; and commit to five to 15 hours a week during the school year.

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CALEND EVENTS JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2021

COVID-19 NOTICE:

In an effort to contain the COVID-19 outbreak, many events have been canceled or delayed. Check online with event hosts for the most up-to-date information.

Sundays

Yoga Health & Therapy Center Classes Our Yoga Classes feature slow stretch with gentle breathing, and relaxation techniques. Class size is small, to provide careful instruction. Yoga

classes are offered Mon through

Thurs (daytime and evening), and

Sat mornings. Our Meditation Starter

Course teaches simple ways to focus and quiet the mind; 5-week sessions are offered on Sundays at 5:30 pm.

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since 1981, The Yoga Health & Therapy

Mon, Wed, Fri

Free Activities for Seniors at the Charles Young Center Senior Programs Open MWF

from 9-1pm, free activities for seniors including, Bodies in Balance (Fall prevention/fitness classes), Line

Dancing, Indoor Pickleball, Technology 101 and other social, educational and recreational activities.

Contact Katherine at 859-246-

0281 or kdailey@lexingtonky.gov

4th Monday

at noon. Evening meetings held on 1st Wednesday of each month at

6:00 pm. Both group meetings held at Crestwood Christian Church,

1882 Bellefonte Drive, Lexington,

KY. For more details contact Elaine at 859-277-1040 or by email info@

parkinsonslexington.com. Please visit www.parkinsonslexington.com for

details and other free events held by LAPSG.

Tuesdays

Community Yoga Class with Lauren Higdon

Free private parking is provided for

Lexington Area Parkinson’s Support Group

fees and scheduled dates and times,

groups for people with PD and their

restorative class integrates gentle

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and wellness tips for all ages and

Center is located at 322 W. 2nd St.

Every Tuesday 10:30am–11:30am at

Centered Studio, 309 N. Ashland Ave.

most classes. For more information on

Free daytime and evening discussion

Suite 180 in Lexington. This weekly

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care partners. Daytime meetings

yoga, breathing techniques, meditation

FOR RUNNERS: Our sister magazine, Health&Wellness, lists running events

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DAR 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.

1st Tuesday

Lupus Support Group

Weekly

Free Class: ‘How to Stay Young’

Triple Crown Chiropractic and

Wellness offers a free class twice a week explaining how to keep your body young through chiropractic

care. Free spinal screening available

Living & Coping with Lupus: meets

for anyone who attends the class.

Baptist Church, 1555 Georgetown

call 859-335-0419. Questions to

8:30pm.The Lupus Foundation of

Crown Chiropractic and Wellness:

to provide a warm and caring

KY. Free gift from the office to those

their family members, caregivers and

Mon & Wed

1st Tuesday of every month at Imani

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America support groups are intended

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MELT Method Hand, Foot and Body Healing

Class by Shayne Wigglesworth.

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Senior Services DIRECTORY

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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.

Medical Equipment, Supplies & Monitoring Systems Finances & Estate Planning, Trusts/Wills, Reverse Mortgage Funeral Arrangement & Pre-Planning Legal Services Home Repair & Maintenance

Skilled Nursing Facilities, Personal Care Homes, Long-Term Care Senior Independent Living & Retirement Housing 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 Entertainment

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HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS & HOSPITALS Lexington Clinic

1221 S. Broadway Lexington, KY 40504 859-258-4000

IN HOME CARE (NON-MEDICAL) Accessible Home Care

3150 Custer Drive, Suite 303 Lexington, KY 40517 859-313-5167 www.accessiblebluegrass.com

Alliance Medical & Home Care 3716 Willow Ridge Road Lexington, KY 40514 859-296-9525 www.alliancelexington.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/lexington

Seniors Helping Seniors

Where seniors who want to help are matched w/ seniors looking for help

710 E. Main Street Lexington, KY 40502 859-408-1145 www.seniorshelpingseniors.com/lexington

IN HOME MEDICAL CARE Medi-Calls

1055 Wellington Way #215 Lexington, KY 40513 859-422-4369

Saint Joseph Home Health

2464 Fortune Dr. Ste. 110 Lexington, KY 40509 859-277-5111 www.saintjosephanchomecare.com

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DISABILITY & REHABILITATION

YMCA of Central Kentucky 239 E. High St. Lexington, KY 40502 859-254-9622 ymcaofcentralky.org

Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Winchester Center 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

SENIOR INDEPENDENT LIVING & RETIREMENT HOUSING Mayfair Village

3310 Tates Creek Rd. Lexington, KY 40502 859-266-2129 www.mayfairseniors.com

Windsor Gardens of Georgetown Assisted Living 100 Windsor Path Georgetown, KY 40324 502-570-0540

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A Look at the

COVID-19 Vaccines

By Living Well 60 Plus Staff

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s we continue to confront the coronavirus pandemic, it is heartening to learn that two vaccines

are now joining the battle. Pfizer and its partner, BioNTech, and Moderna have each developed a vaccine that is now available. Here are some important points to note about the vaccines:

» You probably will not have a chance to pick which vaccine you get. » The Pfizer emergency use authorization is for people aged 16 and older. Moderna’s is for people 18 and older. » The Pfizer vaccine showed an efficacy of 95 percent at preventing symptomatic COVID infection. The Moderna vaccine was 94.1 percent effective at preventing symptomatic COVID-19. The Moderna vaccine’s efficacy appeared to be slightly lower in people 65 and older; however, the company says those numbers could have been affected because there were few cases in that age group in the trial. » Both vaccines appeared to reduce the risk of severe COVID disease. » Both vaccines require two shots: a priming dose, followed by a booster shot. The interval between Moderna doses is 28 days; for the Pfizer vaccine, it’s 21 days. » Each dose of Pfizer’s vaccine contains 30 micrograms of vaccine. Moderna’s contains 100 micrograms. » The most common side effects are injection site pain, fatigue, headache, muscle pain and joint pain. Some people in the clinical trials reported having a fever. Side effects are a sign of an immune system kicking into gear. They do not signal that the vaccine is unsafe. » Both vaccines must be transported and stored at very cold temperatures. Moderna’s must be shipped at -4 Fahrenheit; Pfizer’s must be shipped and stored at -94 Fahrenheit. » We still need to practice safe protocols such as wearing a mask, washing hands frequently, social distancing and avoiding large crowds.

Sources:

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov) • State News (www.statnews.com)

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pet health

Winter and Your Pets KEEP THEM WARM AND SAFE

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ith the onset of winter, remember cold weather poses serious threats to your pets’ health. Odds are your pet will be spending more time inside during the winter, so it’s a good time to make sure your house and family are properly prepared.

Winter Wellness Get Your Check-Ups:

Cold weather may worsen some medical conditions such as arthritis. Many vets encourage you to get your pet examined by a veterinarian at least once a year. This is as good a time as any to get him/her checked out to make sure they are ready and healthy for the coming cold weather.

Think Like Your Pet:

Just like people, pets’ cold tolerance can vary from animal to animal, based on their coat, body fat stores, activity level and health. Be aware of your pet’s tolerance for cold weather and adjust accordingly.

Other Precautions:

Stay Inside:

Just like us, older pets may have more difficulty walking on snow and ice and may be more prone to slipping and falling. Longhaired or thick-coated dogs tend to be more cold-tolerant, but they are still at risk in cold weather. The opposite is true: Short-haired pets feel the cold faster because they have less protection, and short-legged pets may become cold faster because their bellies and bodies are more likely to come into contact with snowcovered ground.

Cats and dogs should be kept inside during cold weather. It’s a common belief that dogs and cats are more resistant to cold weather than people because of their fur, but it’s untrue.

Cats and dogs are can suffer from frostbite and hypothermia just like people do and should be kept inside as much as possible. Yes, longerhaired and thick-coated dog breeds, such as huskies and other dogs, are bred for colder climates and are more tolerant of cold weather, but no pet should be left outside for long periods in below-freezing weather.

Give Your Pets Choices for Sleeping:

Just like you, pets prefer comfortable sleeping places and may change their location based on their need for more or less warmth.

Give them some safe options to allow them to vary their sleeping place to adjust to their needs. If they are avoiding a space to sleep, it may not be comfortable or warm.

Watch the Wind Chill:

No matter what the temperature is, wind chill can threaten a pet’s life. Exposed skin on noses, ears and paw pads are at risk for frostbite and hypothermia during extreme cold snaps. For this reason, short-haired dogs often feel more comfortable wearing a sweater, even during short walks.

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Foot Care:

Rock salt and other chemicals used to melt snow and ice can irritate the pads of your pet’s feet. Wipe all paws with a damp towel after going for walk before your pet licks them and irritates their mouth. Dogs are at particular risk of salt poisoning in winter due to the rock salt used in many areas, often when licking it from their paws after a walk. Store de-icing salt in a safe place. If your dog ingests rock salt, call a veterinarian immediately.

Poisoning Possibilities:

Antifreeze is a deadly poison, but it has a sweet taste that may attract animals and children. Wipe up any antifreeze spills immediately and keep it, like all household chemicals, out of reach.

Avoid Ice:

Finally, we encourage you, when walking your dog, stay away from ice. You do not know if the ice will support your dog’s weight, and if your dog breaks through or slips on the ice, it could be dangerous. If you cannot walk on it, they cannot walk on it. Their joints are prone to injury like yours.

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Geriatric Care Managers

Help Families With Aging Issues Specialists offer advice, share resources

by Living Well 60+ Staff

According to the National Institute on Aging, a geriatric care manager is usually a licensed nurse or social worker who specializes in geriatrics and can help you and your family identify needs and find ways to meet them. They are especially trained to help find resources A geriatric and services to care manager make your daily life easier. They is especially will also work helpful when with you to create a long-term care it comes plan that will ease to making the transition into various difficult forms of care, decisions. such as home health, assisted living or other senior living opportunity.

If your family members live some distance away from you, a geriatric care manager can serve as a liaison, checking in on you and making reports about your health and wellness to your

family. If necessary, he or she will advise faraway family members about observed needs after an in-home evaluation.

The geriatric care manager may make suggestions about care personnel or medical services. The geriatric care manager may even go on a doctor’s visit with the client and help him or her understand what the doctor says and advises. They will also report that information back to the family.

A geriatric care manager is especially helpful when it comes to making difficult decisions. Often families are reticent to discuss issues such as long-term care or end-of-life decisions – such as what to do in case an older loved one becomes incapacitated or asking about funeral preferences. With their training and empathy and resourcefulness, a geriatric care manager can help families talk these things over and make plans that are acceptable to everyone.

Perhaps one of the most important things a geriatric care manager can do for you is to relieve some of the stress inherent with caring for and dealing with an aging parent. Until you are in

the situation of making medical and other life decisions for someone, you are probably not aware of the resources available. A geriatric care manager knows who to call and when to call them and can guide you in making the best choices for your loved one’s care as they age.

Geriatric care managers charge by the hour. Most insurance plans don’t cover these costs and Medicare does not pay for this service either. Your local senior citizens center or your physician can help you find a geriatric care manager.

Or go to the Eldercare Locator Website (https://eldercare.acl.gov) to do a search in your area or where your loved one lives.

When interviewing a geriatric care manager, you may want to ask: • Are you licensed?

• How long have you been providing care management services?

• Are you available for emergencies around the clock?

• How will you communicate information to me (us)?

• What are your fees?

LEARN MORE ABOUT GERIATRIC CARE MANAGERS BY CALLING THE AGING LIFE CARE ASSOCIATION AT

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THE LATEST TREND

RVing for Seniors

Hit the road and find new adventures in your own home on wheels...

by Jamie Lober, Staff Writer

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ne of latest and greatest passions for seniors in this country is traveling via recreational vehicle, better known as RVing. The Recreational Vehicle Industry Association defines an RV as a vehicle designed to serve as temporary living quarters for recreation, camping, travel or seasonal use.

From a weekend getaway with the grandkids to a cross-country adventure, RVing offers an active and engaging

lifestyle for the young at heart. Whether you choose to hit the road and head west in the spring, south in the winter, east in the fall or north in the summer, there is no shortage of destinations with unique scenery that will allow you to take in the sights and sounds of a new place.

The overall experience makes for great uninterrupted quality time as a family – and fur babies are welcome, too.

When surveyed, RVers say one of their top reasons for enjoying this hobby is the freedom they feel being on the open road.

They say it is enriching and fulfilling to be

able to see new places without the expenses of airfares and hotels. It is an escape from the materialism and possible clutter that may take over your home and it’s a way to break free from all the things that can be cumbersome in daily life. Some people choose to embrace this lifestyle full time after downsizing from larger homes. Others get the travel urge several times a year and set off to take a vacation or visit friends, but they still like to maintain a home base.

RVing has come a long way compared to the past. In fact, it actually offers all the amenities you can find in the comfort of

your home, such as beds, sleeper sofas, flat-screen TVs, computers and kitchen appliances, including microwaves, refrigerators and freezers. Some RVs also have washers and dryers for your convenience. Just a few years ago, you were forced to disconnect totally from society, but now you can e-mail friends and loved ones about your adventures and even work remotely if you must, thanks to the evergrowing evolution of technology.

Networking with other RVers is always exciting and a good idea for newbies.

You can pick up tips and tricks that will help you plan future journeys. Some people even participate in RV clubs with likeminded folks who share their interest in

exploring new territory.

If you’re wondering if RVing is right for you, you can start by renting or perhaps you can borrow an RV from a friend. One popular rental option is Cruise America, which has a free app that directs you to campsites and lists their amenities so you can determine the best fit for you.

Useful places to begin learning more include the Recreational Vehicle Industry Association and the Kentucky Horse Park Campground. If you are looking to try something new this year, be sure to consider RVing and all that it has to offer. Dedicated RVers declare there’s no other opportunity quite like it for happy campers.

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