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Reduce the Risk of Life-Altering Falls
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When Adult Children Move Back In
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Do You Need Life Insurance?
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Choosing a Hospital
STAFF WRITERS Angela S. Hoover Jean Jeffers Frank Kourt Jamie Lober Dr. Tom Miller
Lisa M. Petsche Charles Sebastian Doris Dearen Settles Martha Evans Sparks
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Reduce the Risk of Life-Altering Falls Take precautions in the shower, on stairs, in the kitchen by Lisa M. Petsche, Staff Writer
One in three seniors experiences a fall each year, according to the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control. While taking a spill may mainly hurt people’s pride in their younger years, falls are the primary cause of injury and hospitalization for older adults. Half of those injured do not regain their former level of independence. Even more sobering, falls are one of the top 10 causes of death for people aged 65-plus. The majority of seniors’ falls take place at home during everyday activities. Most often they occur in the bathroom, bedroom or a stairwell. Follow the tips below to help preserve your physical functioning, well-being and independence or that of someone for whom you’re providing care.
remembering to take medications. • Stay physically active and exercise regularly to help with posture, flexibility, muscle strength, bone mass, cardiac health and overall fitness. There are many types of exercises that can be done from a seated position if necessary. SAFETY
In addition to health- and agerelated changes, hazardous conditions in the home environment are a major cause of falls resulting in hospitalization. Here are some ways to reduce these hazards for yourself or a loved one: • In Stairwells: Ensure steps are in good repair and have a nonskid surface. Keep them free of clutter. Have solid handrails installed on both sides of stairways and ensure adequate lighting. • In the Kitchen: Keep regularly used pots, dishes, staple foods and other supplies within easy reach. Ensure the heaviest items are stored in the lower cupboards. If you must reach high places, get a step stool that has a high handrail and rubber tips.
• In the Bathroom: Have grab bars professionally installed by the toilet and in the bathtub or shower area. Use a rubber mat in the tub or shower and a non-skid bath mat on the floor. Consider getting a raised toilet seat, a bathtub seat or shower chair and a hand-held shower attachment. GENERAL TIPS
• Get regular medical checkups, including vision and hearing tests. • Take medications as prescribed. Fill all prescriptions at one pharmacy. • Ask the pharmacist about available aids for organizing and
If you are caring for someone at a high risk for falls, inquire about bed and chair alarms that alert you when the care receiver attempts to get up. • Consider using a cane or walker if balance is an ongoing problem. It’s important to be fitted with the appropriate type of aid and receive instruction on how to properly use it. • Arrange for a home assessment by an occupational therapist if you would like more information about identifying potential safety hazards and successfully addressing them.
• Wear slippers or shoes that fit snugly, offer good support and have a non-skid sole. • Ensure throw rugs and scatter mats have a non-skid backing. Better yet, remove them. • Keep walkways clear of electri- ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Lisa M. Petsche is a medical socal and telephone cords. cial worker and a freelance writer • Clear up clutter in rooms and specializing in boomer and senior hallways. health matters. She has personal • Use nightlights in the bedand professional experience with room, hallways and bathroom. elder care. Get the kind that have a built-in sensor that automatically turns the light on in dim conditions. Also get plug-in, rechargeable flashlights that automatically come on when the power goes out. • Sign on with a personal emergency response service, whereby you wear a lightweight, waterproof pendant or bracelet that has a button to press if you run into trouble and need help. Studies have shown getting help quickly after a fall reduces the risk of hospitalization and death. • Visit a medical supply store and check out the many products available, such as reachers and electric-lift armchairs, that can make dailyHerbal activities safer. Body Wraps Before / After
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• Discuss Mutual Expectations and Goals. There are numerous reasons an adult child moves back home. These could be emotional, economic or educational reasons. The specific circumstances of the situation will speak to the desired goals. A good opening for this discussion is: “Let’s talk about what each of us needs. What’s going to make this work best?” Mutual expectations set the groundwork for respecting each other’s needs and boundaries, which should be covered explicitly by setting ground rules. • Establish Ground Rules. These can include expected behaviors, household costs and chores and the time limit for the arrangement. The message needs to be: To live in this house, you need to show us you are working toward independence –
Do not enable! This is the No. 1 thing you as a parent can do to help both you and your child. Although it’s done with the best intentions, caretaking is not the same as caring for children. Caretaking is doing something for the child that she can do for herself.
You’ll know the situation is working out if everyone is doing their fair share, doing what they’ve agreed to do and everyone is respectful of each other. You’ll know if it isn’t working because someone isn’t pulling their weight, is overstepping boundaries or there are hurt and resentful feelings. From time to time, sit down and talk about how it’s going. Be sure to listen to what your child has to say. If one or all of you feel there are problems, you can always “start fresh.” If the situation is really out of hand, you may have to say the child will have to leave within a month.
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Adult children have been moving back into their parents’ homes for a variety of reasons since 2007, the start of the Great Recession. Despite modest improvements in the economy, this trend is not abating. Adult children of all ages are returning to the nest, but the largest group is the millennials, ages 18 to 34. Some call this group the “boomerang” generation. Odds are you may be faced with – or are already facing – having your adult child move back in. If so, it will be a delicate balance of the children remembering whose roof they’re living under and your respect and acknowledgement that they are no longer children. Here are some tips to make this living arrangement go smoothly.
and you need to help yourself make that happen. Let them know you are more than willing to help them get better footing, but you are not willing to support them while they do nothing to regain independence. With this in mind, considering the unique circumstances and goals of the situation, establish a time limit. The deadline could be after the third paycheck from a new job or upon completion of an academic program. As events occur, these time limits can be adjusted as long as the adult child is still upholding his or her end of the deal. Having a clear time limit to the living arrangement helps create motivation to change it. You could say, “We expect after six months, you’re going to have your own place.” After these overarching expectations are established, it’s time to address the daily ground rules. How do you feel about overnight guests? How different are your schedules? What hours can be mutually agreed upon for quiet time? Generally speaking, curfews aren’t appropriate for adults; however, respect and behaving responsibly are. Make sure you’re being as respectful to your child as you expect them to be toward you. In addition to these behavioral ground rules, it’s important to clarify and agree upon household costs and chores. His work situation will dictate how much money the child can contribute, but regardless of monetary contributions, he should definitely be pitching in with daily chores and upkeep of the home. • Write It Up. After all the preliminary discussions and establishment of mutually agreed-upon goals, expectations, ground rules, household costs and chores and time limit, write it up. Draw up an agreement that includes an eviction
Coordinating schedules can go a long way toward steering clear of fights. Little annoyances can add up faster than you think. These include who gets up and makes the coffee; how to accommodate everyone’s vehicles so no one is blocked in; showering and laundry schedules, which could also lead to running out of hot water; and so forth.
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Do not offer unsolicited advice unless you must, such as when the child is not upholding his end of the agreement. Otherwise, keep it to yourself unless he comes to you for advice. Lastly, don’t smother. Give them space, just as you need your own space.
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Do You Need Life Insurance? Study your options carefully
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In a best-case scenario, everyone over age 60 has enough money saved to stay financially stable throughout the remainder of their lives. However, research shows that is not the case, and today’s seniors have added responsibilities that are unique to this generation, such as full-time grandparenting, caring for relatives or children moving back home. Most people haven’t been great at saving even without these added stresses. A recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) analysis finds among households with members aged 55 or older, nearly 29 percent have neither retirement savings nor a traditional pension. “There hasn’t been a significant increase in wages. People have student loans and other debt, and many are continuing to struggle financially,” said Charles Jeszeck, the GAO’s director of education, workforce and income security, which analyzed the Federal Reserve’s 2013 Survey of Consumer Finances to come up with its estimates. “We aren’t surprised
that people have not saved a lot for retirement.” Here are some interesting statistics about U.S. senior citizens: • In 2009, there were 36.9 million Americans over the age of 65. • By 2030, there will be approximately 72.1 million Americans over age 65. • 29 percent of people over age 55 have no pension and zero savings. Even the 49 percent of 65-74-year-olds with savings have less than $148,000. By anybody’s calculations, with life expectancy rising fast, that’s just not going to cut it. Life insurance can be a “lifesaver” in situations such as this — providing a way for seniors to protect their families from becoming financially burdened with endof-life or future living expenses for a surviving dependent. But the catch-22 is, when you need it most, you can’t get it. Fortunately, you do have options. Life insurance can cover burial expenses, provide for dependents, cover the gap between Social Security benefit changes and outstanding debts such as mortgages and even leave a legacy
for your beneficiaries. Term life insurance is best, insurance and estate planning experts say. If you are between ages 55-74, finding an affordable $100,000 policy won’t be difficult. But after age 74 it gets harder. Life insurance benefits are paid in the form of a lump-sum payment and are generally non-taxable, so beneficiaries can use the proceeds as they choose or need. Here are some ways experts recommend accessing insurance: 1. Join organizations. Many business and professional organizations, such as AARP, offer discounts for members. Investigate group term policies at organizations in which you participate. 2. Take advantage of your employer. If your employer offers a group policy, even if all the costs are passed on to employees, you may find significant savings. 3. Consider whole life insurance. Not usually your best option, but if you are very healthy a policy that doesn’t build up cash value may work. In essence, this is a term policy cloaked in whole life, which may be less expensive. 4. Beware of guaranteed issue policies. These are the ones advertised on late-night TV. These companies take just about anyone – but the benefits come with strings attached. First, you can buy at most $100,000. Also, you have to survive two or three years for the policy to take effect, and premiums are high. 5. Get plenty of quotes. Investigate thoroughly all options before making a decision.
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Life insurance needs change over time. Typically, as mortgages are paid off, college tuition payments are finished and the nest empties, people need less insurance. So it is important to consider exactly how much you really need and avoid overbuying — or buying at all — if the following situations apply to you: • Your funeral expenses are already covered. • You have sufficient savings set aside for a long life. • Your children are not financially dependent on you. • You have no outstanding financial commitments. • You have long-term care insurance. Finally, read the fine print on all policies before you commit. Make sure the policy is issued by a reputable firm. Find out if it will pay off when you die and ensure benefits can’t be denied if you die within the first three years of coverage. While you’re at it, you might consider making sure all your other financial and legal matters are up to date, too.
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Choosing a Hospital Consider several factors when selecting a treatment venue by Jean Jeffers, Staff Writer
What’s in a name? A name you recognize and trust is by far the best choice when looking for a hospital for yourself or a loved one. What factors should you consider when choosing a hospital for medical care, surgery or a serious illness? Sometimes your choices are limited. Your health insurance
may dictate the hospital you must use or you may have to go to the place where your doctor practices and is covered by insurance. Going out of network is always your right, but it may be costly. When you have a choice between hospitals, you need to know how to choose wisely. Here are some parameters to follow: • Check the appearance of the hospital. Is it clean? Are the
nurses’ stations in order? Do the patient rooms have adequate light, space and ventilation? • Does the hospital have a friendly atmosphere? Does it seem to be an inviting place? • Ask your doctor what hospital he favors and why. • Ask your friends and neighbors for suggestions. What were their past experiences with a certain hospital? • Look at how the staff interacts. How do the doctors treat the nurses? • Is the staff rushed and busy, barely recognizing you, or is the staff generally solicitous of your wishes, needs and feelings?
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There are also some safety and practical considerations when selecting a hospital. These include: 1. the infection rate and how it compares with national ratings; 2. the average length of stay and the hospital’s percentage of readmissions; 3. the hospital’s accreditation, its rating and follow-up care; and 4. the average cost compared to other hospitals. All this information is generally available from the hospital. An additional consideration may be finding out if the hospital has the provision to assist low-income patients. Sometimes you may have access to a hospital affiliated with a certain religion or a non-profit. These generally are good choices. Also, you may be able to go to a teaching hospital. This choice gives you the advantage of access to professors, renowned specialists and cutting-edge programs. Occasionally, a patient may need a specialty hospital such as one for cancer treatment or mental health. If the patient doesn’t live close to a big city or a medical center, there may be travel and lodging costs that insurance will not pay.
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What You Need to Know About Blood Donation One hour of your time can save three lives by Jamie Lober, Staff Writer
Members of the community rely on generous blood donors. “Every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood or a blood product,” said Tracy Fox, communications manager for the blood services region at the American Red Cross. “A lot [of these donations] happen to be platelets that are used by people undergoing cancer treatments. It is not just about helping the obvious patients that you would think of, with accidents, trauma or surgeries that require blood transfusions.” All blood types are needed,
and almost anyone is eligible to donate. According to the Kentucky Blood Center, donor eligibility requirements include being in good health; weighing at least 110 pounds; being at least 16 years of age; and showing a photo identification, such as a driver’s license. People who meet certain height and weight requirements can donate whole blood every 56 days, which is about every two months. Knowing what to expect can make the donating experience go smoother. “We have well-trained medical professionals that walk you through the health history, do a pre-physical, do the blood
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Hearty German Food Is Always a Welcome Treat GOOD FRIEND SHARES RECIPES FOR AUTHENTIC TEUTONIC MEAL While some cuisines of the world are known for their light touches – France’s quiches come to mind – German cuisine is often thought of when considering hearty fare. There’s nothing wimpy about German dishes. Germans dine on countless variants of sausages, side dishes such as spicy sauerkraut and what I consider the king of German food: sauerbraten (although wiener schnitzel comes as a close second in my book). Even German beer tends to be dark and hearty, an excellent accompaniment to the national cuisine. Anne Haupt and her husband, Ron, have been great friends of mine for more than 40 years. Anne’s official “German Meal,” starring her own sauerbraten with ginger snap gravy, remains one of the finest meals I can remember. With a name like Haupt, one expects genuine German cuisine, and one will not be disappointed with this meal. This fine German menu is an excellent way to celebrate Oktoberfest, but it can be enjoyed on any day of the year, especially if
it’s a cold, blustery one, because it easily warms you from the inside out. This meal – featuring sauerbraten, potato balls and red cabbage – is a delight not only for the taste buds but for the rest of the senses as well. The aromas are mouthwatering and the food makes for a great visual presentation, especially when served by candlelight on a nicely set dinner table. It wouldn’t hurt to have a German polka or other ethnic musical accompaniment playing in the background, along with a mug of good German beer or a glass of German wine to complement this fine example of Teutonic cuisine.
ANNE HAUPT’S SAUERBRATEN
• 4-5 lb. boneless bottom round roast • 1 cup cider vinegar • 2 cups water • 2 large onions, sliced • 1 cup sugar (or less, depending on your taste) • 3 tsp. prepared mustard
• 4 whole cloves • 1 bag ginger snap cookies • 1 T shortening Combine vinegar, water and onion and marinate the roast in a glass or stainless steel container for four days in the refrigerator, turning periodically. In a large pot brown the roast on all sides in melted shortening. Add the marinade, including the onions, then add another cup of water, the sugar, cloves and mustard. Cover and simmer gently for three hours or until the roast is tender. Lift the roast out and keep warm. Thicken the juices in the pot with finely crushed ginger snaps to your taste and serve with the roast.
ANNE HAUPT’S GREDUFELGLASSE (POTATO BALLS)
• 5 lbs. potatoes • 2 T salt • 2 eggs • 5-6 cups flour • 2 onions, finely diced • 4 T chopped chives In sufficient water to cover, boil the potatoes in their skins until tender. Remove the skins, stir in all other ingredients and blend well. Force through a ricer. Roll the mixture into fist-sized balls and coat them entirely by rolling them in the flour. Drop the flour-coated balls into a pot filled with boiling water. If they start to stick to the bottom of the pot, gently skim the bottom to dislodge them. They will float to the surface when done. Serve as an accompaniment to the roast.
ANNE HAUPT’S SAVORY RED CABBAGE
• 1 head red cabbage • 1 heaping tsp. shortening • 6 whole cloves • 1/2 cup cider vinegar • 1 peeled, diced apple Wash and grate the cabbage. Melt the shortening in a frying pan and add cabbage and other ingredients. Stir and continue to cook until cabbage becomes limp and tender. Add a little water now and then if need be to keep it from sticking. Taste and stir in a little sugar to sweeten to your taste. This, too, will be served with your entrée.
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Visitors to the Little River Railroad Museum can see the Shay 2147 steam engine.
Little River Railroad Museum Learn the history of trains in Tennessee by Tom Miller, Staff Writer
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smokey Mountains of Tennessee is a museum treasure well worth the visit for anyone who enjoys the history of railroading and the logging industry. James Abbott of Sevierville, Tenn., a contract boilerman for the Bear Creek Junction Railroad in Robbinsville, N.C., gave life to the Little River Railroad Museum. Bear Creek planned to sell a Shay 2147 locomotive for scrap. Shay 2147 had particular historical significance to this logging community; it was the last existing Shay to run at the Little River Lumber Company. The locomotive was the most widely used geared steam locomotive. These locomotives were built to the patents of Ephraim Shay (1839–1916), a schoolteacher, Civil War hospital
clerk, civil servant, merchant, railway owner and inventor who has been credited with popularizing the concept of a geared steam locomotive. Although the design of Shay’s early locomotives differed from later ones, there is a clear line of development that joins all Shays. In the 1860s, Shay became a logger. He wanted to devise a better way to move logs to the mill than on winter snow sleds. He built his own tramway in 1875 on a 2-foot, 2-inch (660 mm) gauge track on wooden ties. This allowed him to log all year round. Eventually Shay invented his locomotive. In 1877 he developed the idea of having an engine sit on a flat car with a boiler, gears and trucks that could pivot. The first Shay locomotive only had two cylinders and the front truck was mounted normally while the rear truck was fixed to the frame and could not swivel, much as normal drivers on a locomotive. Shay centered
the 3-foot (914 mm) diameter by 5-foot (1,524 mm) tall boiler on the car with the water tank over the front trucks and the Crippen’s engine mounted crossways over the rear trucks. Shay experimented first with a chain drive from the engine through the floor to the truck axle. He soon found the chain drive was not practical so he tried a belt drive. It did not take long for the idea to become popular. Shay applied for and received a patent for the basic idea in 1881. He patented an improved geared truck for his Shay engines in 1901. Visitors to the Little River Railroad Museum can see the Shay 2147 steam engine and a replica of the Elkmont Post Office. Other featured artifacts include a vintage caboose L&N Class NE “Little Woody,” two vintage flatcars, a
Frick traction steam engine, one of the original “setoff ” houses used for logging families in the mountains, a wooden water tank that was used in Walland and a log loader. In 1983, the original Walland Depot building was added to the museum site; it now contains a collection of photographs, papers, tools and other smaller artifacts. This building was renovated in 1995, and new exhibits were created to tell the Little River Railroad story. Museum members are working on an L&N Tool car they hope to have renovated within a year. A visit to this historic train and logging site will bring back memories of the days of steam locomotives and logging communities that contributed to the growth of the country and the Tennessee Valley.
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Get Ready for the Meeting the Challenges & Opportunities of Aging Conference Annual gathering offers info, resources, food, workshops by Tanya J. Tyler, Editor
For the 33rd consecutive year, the Fayette County Extension Office is presenting the Meeting the Challenges & Opportunities of Aging Conference, a daylong gathering to offer resources and information to local seniors. It will be held on Friday, May 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Northeast Christian Church, 990 Star Shoot Parkway
in Lexington. The church is an accessible facility. “This has always been a very popular conference,” said Lydia Jacobs, Aging Program Coordinator at the Bluegrass Area on Aging and Independent Living. “It’s always got good information not just for our Fayette County residents but for surrounding counties also. People enjoy attending it.” Some of the conference supporters include Mayfair Village, the Bluegrass Area
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AT A GLANCE WHAT: Meeting the Challenges & Opportunities of Aging Conference
REGISTRATION FEE: $10 (Deadline is May 12)
WHEN: Friday, May 20, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
FURTHER INFORMATION: Fayette County Extension Office (859) 257-5582
WHERE: Northeast Christian Church, 990 Star Shoot Parkway, Lexington
Agency on Aging, the extension office, Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Aging Services Division, Accessible Home Care and The Willows at Hamburg Health Center. The day begins with a light breakfast, which will be followed by a keynote address given by Joel Bennett with Lifeline Home Care. At lunch, Lexington Mayor Jim Gray will bring greetings and local radio personality Jack Pattie will serve as emcee. The schedule includes speakers, exhibits, food, giveaways and educational workshops. The conference will also feature a resource and benefits fair. Exhibitors will be on site all day to share information about their programs and services. The workshops will emphasize issues such as health and wellness, education, policy, fun things for seniors to do and caregiving. Workshop topics include The Humor of Aging, Gardening, Current
WEBSITE: challengesofaging.com
Events and other issues relevant to seniors and caregivers. A representative from the police department will talk about safety. “A lot of the participants who come to the conference are women, and many are single, whether they are widows or divorced,” Jacobs said. “They live alone, they’re out alone and safety is a concern.” Dr. Amy Hosier, the state specialist in Family Life Education at the extension office and an assistant professor in Family Sciences at the University of Kentucky, will talk about writing a memoir, sharing tips for those who think they would like to preserve their family or personal history for posterity. Back by popular demand will be Joseph Bookwalter, executive chef at the Lafayette Retirement Community, who will discuss and demonstrate Cooking for One and the creative use of leftovers. “We have access to a kitchen and we’re bringing him back
because he was so popular,” Jacobs said. The goal of the Opportunities and Challenges of Aging Conference is to encourage and enable people age 55 and older to maintain an active and independent lifestyle. There is always a variety of vendors in attendance who are happy to help attendees achieve this goal by offering all sorts of resources and products. “We always have some home health agencies and we have many individual places that might cater to the senior population,” Jacobs said. “We have all sorts of different vendors and even some retail stores come out and host a table. Most of our vendors have items that they raffle off at their table. We have a lot of gift cards. There are quite a few things we give away and services from each of the vendors.” Recognizing that many people in this demographic are active, vibrant and dynamic, this year’s
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conference will incorporate a volunteer fair for the first time. About 10 to 15 agencies from the Lexington/Bluegrass region that are currently in need of volunteers will have booths and tables set up to share information with conference attendees. The agencies’ representatives will describe the different types of volunteer positions they offer. Individuals can talk with agencies of their choice to find their perfect volunteer fit. “The younger seniors, the 60- to 75-year-olds, they are not sitting at home,” said Jacobs. “They want to be out helping the community and they’ve got so much to give, so this year we’re bringing in some non-profit agencies that are looking for volunteers.” You don’t have to attend the conference to take advantage of the volunteer fair. It will be open from 8:30 a.m. to noon. “You can come in and talk to the different people and see what types of volunteers they’re looking for, what you want to do, and maybe we’ll hook some people up,” Jacobs said. Because the over-60 population is growing, this type of conference remains pertinent and beneficial. “When the conference first started, it was called ‘Meeting the Challenges of Aging,’” Jacobs said. The title was changed about seven years ago to reflect what is going in the lives of seniors these days. “Aging is challenging,” Jacobs said. “Everything in life is a challenge. But there are so many opportunities, so we added ‘the Opportunities of Aging’ because most of our seniors nowadays see aging more as an opportunity rather than a challenge.” The registration fee is $10; preregistration is required. The registration deadline is Thursday, May 12. Call the Fayette County Extension Office at (859) 257-5582. For more information, contact Jacobs at (859) 269-8021 or email her at ljacobs@bgadd.org. You can also visit the conference’s Web site at challengesofaging.com.
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Events Calendar MARCH
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Ric’s Garden, the public cutting garden at Ashland Terrace, 475 S. Ashland Avenue, is open for business
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Ongoing
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. A nonprofit organization operating since 1981, The Yoga Health & Therapy Center is located at 322 W. 2nd St. Free private parking is provided for most classes. For more information on fees and scheduled dates and times, call us at 859-254-9529, or email us at info@yogahealthcenter.org
Sit and Get Fit Mondays and Fridays, 9:30am10:30am. FREE! This event is a seated controlled exercise/ movement class to improve strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. It is taught by Anne Graff, MS, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist certified by the American Senior Fitness Association as a Senior Fitness Instructor and trained in Body Recall. Also included are: Fall Prevention and Recovery, Fun Movements to Strengthen Body and Mind, Improve Posture and Core Conditioning, Wellness Education, Relaxation Techniques, and Music. The Charles Young Center is located at 540 E. Third Street. Parking is available on Shropshire Avenue or Lewis Street, Lexington, KY. Ages 60 and older. For more information, please contact Alexis Edge at 859-2460281 or aedge@lexingtonky.gov.
This year Lexington’s oldest retirement community offers alstroemeria, iris, ageratum, gooseneck loosestrife, goldenrod, purple coneflowers, Joe Pye weed, lisianthus, snapdragons, zinnias, salvia, black-eyed susans and marigolds. The following varieties of herbs are available: oregano, nasturtium, rosemary, lemon grass, sweet marjoram, lemon thyme, basil, parsley, fennel, Italian parsley, sorrel, garlic chives, mint, winter savory, lemon verbena, dill, French tarragon and sage. Large blooms are .50, small blooms are .25. Herbs are .25 a small bunch. Roses and vegetables are reserved for residents only. The donation box and scissors are located at the start of the main garden walkway; water and containers are available near the shed. Don’t miss the smaller cutting garden behind the shed. All proceeds are used to maintain the garden and feed the critters. Call Kelly or Michelle at 266-2581 for additional information.
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 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
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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.
what everyone is talking about. Friday 6pm, Saturday 10am, Sunday 10am. Lexington Center and Rupp Arena. Visit www. lexingtoncomiccon.com for details.
March 12 Joan Baez
Ken & Sheila Brown
www.VRBO.com/361686 (606) 668-2599 (606) 643-6044 ksbrown@mrtc.com
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
March 11-13 Lexington Comic & Toy Convention
Lexington Comic and Toy Convention is coming back to Lexington bigger and better than ever! Comics, toys, magazines, gaming, horror, anime, movies, art, music and more. Come see
Presented by the Troubadour Concert Series and Highbridge Spring Water, Baez is a legendary folksinger, songwriter, author, balladeer, activist and artist. Lexington Opera House. Tickets $85.50. Tickets are available at the Opera House when the Box Office opens 90 minutes prior to the show. Prices subject to change.
March 12
Shamrock Shuffle 3K 6:30am–7:30am registration, with race beginning at 8:00am. Kick off the running and racing season in downtown Lexington at the 10th Annual Shamrock Shuffle 3K presented by Lexington Furniture and Stantec. Please join us to walk, shuffle, or run in this annual St. Patrick’s Day tradition! The Shamrock Shuffle 3K is locally organized, and 100% of the proceeds stay local benefiting Lexington Habitat for Humanity. For information and to register online visit shamrockshuffle3k. com.
March 14
Diabetes Support Group 10-11 am, Senior Citizens Center, 1530 Nicholasville Road, Free. Sponsored by the LexingtonFayette Co. Health Dept. For more information, call (859) 2882446.
March 14
Diabetes Lifestyle Change: Being Your Healthiest 6 – 8 pm, Northside Branch Lexington Public Library, 1733 Russell Cave Rd., Free. Learn about healthy eating, carbohydrate counting and how to apply to your everyday life. Sponsored by the LexingtonFayette Co. Health Dept. For more information or to preregister, call (859) 288-2446.
March 15
Eat, Move, Lose Weight Support Group 12 – 1 pm, Lexington-Fayette Co. Health Department PH Clinic
South, 2433 Regency Road. Free weight-loss support group appropriate for anyone wishing to lose weight or maintain weight loss. Share struggles and ideas with others. Held first and third Tuesdays most months. For more information or to pre-register, call 288-2446.
March 21
An Afternoon of Mindfulness, Meditation and Deep Rest 1:30 - 5:30. 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 nondrug approaches for managing stress-related chronic conditions. 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
March 22
Health Chats About Diabetes 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.
March 22
Reiki Practice & Introduction to Reiki 6:30pm- 8:30pm. 2508 Wallace Avenue, Louisville, KY 40205. Free. Those with Reiki come to practice & receive the Reiki energy. Those who do have not Reiki training—come for an introduction/question & answer. Contact JoAnn Utley at 502-7773865 or jutley5122@bellsouth.net to register. More info at http:// joannutley.byregion.net.
March 26
Day of Mindfulness for Body, Mind and Heart Goals of this retreat-like workshop are to: relax the body, quiet the mind and open the heart, prevent burnout from work and caretaker stress, help you mobilize your own
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inner resources for healing, learn mind-body skills for managing stress-related chronic conditions, cultivate your innate happiness, peacefulness and compassion. Instructor: Dr John Patterson, Mind Body Studio 517 Southland Drive Lexington KY 859-373-0033. Pre-registration required. Cost: Discount for UK employees, spouses and retirees who register on the UK Wellness Program web site. $35-$65 sliding scale for nonUK participants. Full details at http://www.mindbodystudio. org/?page_id=1020
April 1-3
Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show Friday, April 1 from 2–7pm, Saturday, April 2 from 10am– 7pm, Sunday, April 3 from 11am–5:00pm. We can help you get your Projects Solved! The entire Lexington Center will be completely transformed, for one weekend only, into a Home and Garden Extravaganza. From the front door to the backyard you’ll find it all at the Annual Central Kentucky Home & Garden Show. Buy tickets at the door: Adults $8, Senior 65+ $6, no charge for children 16 and under / active military ID.
April 12
Free Educational Workshop: Vision Therapy Educational Workshop to show how vision therapy can improve, enhance and develop visual performance by teaching the visual system (eyes, brain, body) to correct itself. 6:45pm – 7:30pm. Hosted by Dr. Rick Graebe at the Children’s Vision and Learning Center, 105 Crossfield Drive, Versailles, KY 40383. Free; no registration required. 859-879-0089 for additional information.
April 26
Reiki Practice & Introduction to Reiki 6:30pm- 8:30pm. 2508 Wallace Avenue, Louisville, KY 40205. Free. Those with Reiki come to practice & receive the Reiki energy. Those who do have not Reiki training—come for an introduction/question & answer. Contact JoAnn Utley at 502-7773865 or jutley5122@bellsouth.net to register. More info at http:// joannutley.byregion.net
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Senior Services DIRECTORY
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call us for a spot County Offices & Meal Programs in the directory 859.368.0778 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
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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.
Senior Independent Living & Retirement Housing (Non-Medical) Real Estate / Rent- Subsidized Housing For Independent Living Moving, Estate Sales, Downsizing Services
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.
Fitness, Healthy Eating & Healthy Living Healthcare, Medicare Help and Insurance Vision Care
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HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS & HOSPITALS
DISABILITY & REHABILITATION
Lexington Clinic
YMCA of Central Kentucky
1221 S. Broadway Lexington, KY 40504 859-258-4000
IN HOME CARE (NON-MEDICAL) Accessible Home 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 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
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 600 Perimeter Drive, Ste. 175 859-268-1201 www.drayerpt.com
Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Lexington Beaumont Center 1010 Monarch Street, Ste. 150 859-219-0211 www.drayerpt.com
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES & MONITORING SYSTEMS Baptist Health Lifeline 859-260-6217 www.centralbap.com
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
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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
Mountain Waterfalls
Georgetown, Lawrenceburg, Shelbyville 859-229-5914 www.hometownmanor.com
Award-Winning Water Features 859-684-0642 www.mountainwaterfalls.net
St Andrews Retirement Community
HOME REPAIR & MAINTENANCE
SENIOR INDEPENDENT LIVING & RETIREMENT HOUSING (NON-MEDICAL) 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 marsha@goodworksunlimited.com
MORE LISTINGS ON NEXT PAGE
300 Stocker Dr. 859-625-1400 www.standrewsplace.org
Hometown Manor Assisted Living Communities 2141 Executive Drive, Lexington (859) 317-8439 www.hometownmanor.com
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SERVICE DIRECTORY, CONTINUED REAL ESTATE / RENT-SUBSIDIZED HOUSING FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING
Lexington Life Services
Turf Town Properties, Inc.
Hall’s Moving Service, Inc.
Bluegrass Insurance Solutions
SENIORS SAVE 5% 258 E. 2nd Street, Lexington 859-231-0428
124 Kentucky Ave. Lexington, KY 40502 859-268-4663 www.turftown.com
859-312-9646 www.PeteAlberti.com
VISION CARE
FITNESS, HEALTHY EATING & HEALTHY LIVING
Briarwood Apartments 1349 Centre Parkway Lexington, KY 40517 859-272-3421 glickco.com
Medical Vision
Yoga Health & Therapy Center
MOVING, ESTATE SALES, DOWNSIZING SERVICES
322 West Second Street Lexington, KY 40507 859-254-9529 www.yogahealthcenter.org
Caring Transitions
Well Fed Meals
1411 Delaware Ave. 859-543-9848 www.CTLex.net
1301 Winchester Rd. #17 Lexington, KY 40505 859-539-5863 www.wellfedmeals.com
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HEALTHCARE, MEDICARE HELP & INSURANCE
859-797-8157 lexingtonlifeservices.com
WWW.HAMBURGJOURNAL.COM
3288 Eagle View Ln. Ste. 300 Lexington, KY 859-278-9486 www.medicalvision.com
TRANSPORTATION, PERSONAL SHOPPING, ERRANDS Superior Van & Mobility 4734 Rockford Plaza Louisville, KY 40216 1-800-458-8267 www.superiorvan.com JANUARY 2O12
Senior Retirement Community
Rose Brooks Place RoseMary MaryC.C. Brooks Place Retirement Living in Your Hometown We’re not almost home. We are home.
NOW LEASING 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. Includes assistance with activities of daily living. Three meals a day, weekly housekeeping, concierge service and much more! Our rates are competitive and all inclusive. Enjoy 24/7 emergency response by our well trained staff. Guardian Life Alert System is included for all new residents at no additional cost.
NOW LEASING!
Studio, One and Two Bedroom apartments available.
Gracious Independent & Assisted Retirement Living
Daily care is tailored to Conveniently located on the Bypass in on the Bypass in Winchester. meet the unique needs Conveniently located of individual. Only minutes from Hamburg with easy access to Interstates 64 and 75. Winchester.
For more information contact Linda or Rick at 859-745-4904 We invite you Only minutes from Hamburg to come Daily Caregiver Cost $240 be a part with easyofaccess to InterstatesAverage 64 and 75. our family! Average Daily Brooks Place Cost $75
859-745-4904 www.brooksplace.org
Enjoy your independence and let us do the work! We’ll take care of snow removal, mowing, trimming and will even make sure your air filters are changed regularly. Our fifth and final cul-de-sac is almost completed. Call
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Independent Cottages
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Martial Arts for Longevity Long-time practitioner/teacher touts benefits of ancient discipline by Charles Sebastian, Staff Writer
As a long-time practitioner and teacher of the martial arts, I have firsthand experience with how they can develop a longer, richer life for the ardent practitioner. The term “martial arts” is somewhat of a misnomer, as “martial” derives from Mars, the god of war. While the martial arts were developed over hundreds of years for the purpose of protection and fighting, they were first and foremost used for health and longevity. This is seen not only in the various histories you can read concerning martial arts, but also in the widely accepted story of how true martial arts began. Bodhidharma was an Indian monk who also happened to be in the Indian warrior class of his time, the Vashramushti. When he traveled to China, he came to the Shaolin Temple. He saw the monks there meditating and praying daily, but they were sorely out of shape. He gave them exercises based on his training as a warrior
to make them healthier and stronger. This is probably the earliest and best-known example of using martial arts practice for longevity and health. The Shaolin temple is the place, people usually agree, where the martial arts truly began. How was what Bodhidharma did at the Shaolin Temple different from what came before? The exercises had a code, a martial virtue, attached to them. Thus, the concept of the warrior monk developed: the idea that one can become better physically, mentally and spiritually through a disciplined practice. Since that time, the East has widely accepted the value of martial arts practice. As the training spread from China to Japan, Okinawa, Korea and later the Unites States, people began to appreciate martial arts not only for their obvious self-defense value, but also for the value of health and wellness. One of the best-known proponents of martial arts’ healthy benefits in the United States is William Durbin, who lives in
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Frankfort, Ky. His book, Undo Ryoho: Exercise Cure deals with the issue of using martial arts for health and longevity. This was long before the time of sport, long before the time of making big money in competitions. When people realized they could make money by training those interested in the watered-down sport forms of the martial arts, many savvy promoters and advertisers leaped on the bandwagon. However, these practices are not the traditional martial arts developed for the battlefield and for long life; they are, rather, a shadowy glimpse of the true training. This is most readily evidenced by the many injuries and incalculable damage that occur in the more extreme forms of sport and the unhealthy, contentious spirit that goes along with many of the misconstrued arts today. When people over age 35 come and train, typically you will notice a trend: They have outgrown all the extreme, excessive, violent attitudes that are found mostly in younger
people. As we age we want an art that will help us with our desire to stay young, healthy and vibrant. For some, good solid Karate practice will strengthen a weak body. For others who may need to learn gentleness in life and thinking, there are the “Ju” arts; Jujutsu, Aikijujustu, etc. For others who want a so-called “softer” style of martial arts, Tai Chi is available. This was the ancient way of training for health and combat. In the ancient world, a person could not afford to get a broken arm or busted rib from a sporting game. Fields had to be plowed and there was no doctor in the village. An injury of that sort would pretty much mean the person was done, incapable of performing the work required just to live. If you want to start a martial arts practice for health, find a qualified teacher and ask if theirs is more of a sport training. Many people seek out the martial arts for health or self-defense training. Choose your sensei wisely.
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High-Tech Teeth Innovation rescues smiles by Doris Dearen Settles, Staff Writer
A front tooth with a 40-yearold root canal was crumbling. My dentist had been making small repairs on it for nearly 10 years. When one day the entire back of the tooth just fell off, I decided it was time to investigate my dental options. At the same time, I had begun to notice my teeth were yellow-
ing. With the emphasis American culture puts on a sparkling smile, I wasn’t happy. I dreaded the twoto three- week process it would take to put a crown or veneer on my front tooth. I wondered whether it would match my other teeth. I learned Dr. Ron Shrewsbury of Shrewsbury, Claywell and Oliver had purchased an in-house crown milling machine called CEREC (Chairside Economical
Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics). It allows him to prepare, create and insert crowns in less than two hours. At a demonstration, Shrewsbury’s son, who is preparing for dental school, took digital impressions (no more gagging on pink goo) and then manipulated the digital replacement crown image to ensure a perfect fit with maximum strength. The milling machine, the size of a computer printer, created a porcelain crown
that Shrewsbury glued in place, creating a beautiful smile. I was sold. “Not only does this system speed up the process so that I can even replace several crowns in the same day, it also creates perfect replacements,” said Shrewsbury. “It has a variety of applications. I rarely have to do any alignment or alteration with what the mill produces.” CEREC can cover a tooth after a root canal, a cracked or broken tooth, a weak tooth, an implant or anchor teeth that support a bridge. Because it is milled out of a solid block of porcelain, this type of crown is stronger than other resin, ceramic, porcelain-fused or metal crowns. Although CEREC was created at Zurich University over 30 years ago, Shrewsbury felt it wasn’t as user-friendly or superior to existing technology until recently. His office has been very pleased with the results. For more information about CEREC, go to https://cereconline.com.
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Mother Nature doesn’t seem to want to make up her mind this time of year. Sometimes this takes a toll on our immune systems and allergies, making us quite susceptible to colds and the flu. Frequent hand washing is undoubtedly important when trying to prevent exposure to germs. Perhaps, though, preparing our bodies to prevent illness is the most important thing we can do. Adequate sleep, physical activity, good nutrition and hydration and stress management can help keep our immune
systems in shape to battle the bugs that cause sickness. However, if you have already fallen victim to the common cold, you should know herbal teas have been used for centuries to remedy this ailment and everything it brings with it. Infusing teas with pantry ingredients that may help our bodies naturally ward off symptoms and even improve our immune systems could have you healthy again in no time. Here’s a tried-and-true recipe: Citrus-Ginger Toddy
• 2 washed lemons, sliced (you can use 1 lemon and 1 orange) (vitamin C is immune boosting)
• 2-inch peeled, fresh ginger, sliced (it combats nausea; helps with motion sickness) • 1 cup raw, local honey (soothes sore throat, improves immune function with seasonal allergies) Directions: Layer sliced citrus and ginger in a 12-ounce airtight container (glass canning jars work perfectly), leaving 1 inch until full. Pour honey over layers. Do not overfill. Close tightly and store in refrigerator overnight for up to one month. Mixture will start to gel. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons to mug of hot tea or water (be sure to steep fruit and ginger pieces as well) for three to five minutes and enjoy. You can also add a few sprinkles of any combination of these non-
irradiated spices for added health benefits: • Cinnamon – for increased circulation and warming properties • Turmeric – for its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory benefits • Cloves – to decrease swelling • Cayenne pepper – to boost metabolism • Rosemary – a natural cough suppressant Some of our residents also use a “cuppa tea” for socialization as well as for health benefits. Dinah and Jo remember drinking tea infused with brandy, milk and butter, lemon, and even cod liver oil as young children to help when they had a cold or cough.
Preparing our bodies to prevent illness is the most important thing we can do. Dinah and Jo share a cuppa tea
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The Haven for Dogs Rescues Homeless Pets Manager’s dedication to animals continues by Martha Evans Sparks, Staff Writer
Nancy Victor has always liked animals. She remembers being asked as a child to care for a neighbor’s dog while the owner was at work because the dog would not eat. “I was paid, but I would have done it for free,” she said. She volunteered in dog rescue as a teenager. In her 20s, she was an animal control officer in Woodford County (formally called a “dog warden”). She continues her dedication to taking care of animals in her role as the manager of All Creatures Inn, a boarding kennel for cats and dogs in Lexington. But that’s not all Victor does. She and several others also run The Haven for Dogs, Inc., a rescue service. The Haven is an all-volunteer, not-for-profit 501(c) (3) organization based in Lexington. Victor says the Haven’s mission is to place abandoned and homeless dogs into loving, responsible homes. The Haven is not a shelter. All the dogs and puppies awaiting adoption are housed in volunteer foster homes. This is done to keep the animals healthy until they are adopted and to provide them with lots of human interaction.
“We started out as a larger rescue,” said Victor. The rescue endeavor has gotten smaller for several reasons. “There are now several other dog rescue groups in Jessamine and surrounding counties. So they have taken a lot of what we used to get,” Victor said. She especially recommends the Jessamine County Friends of Animals as an alternative rescue service. Although she also believes the lower numbers may be because more people are now having their animals spayed or neutered, Victor strongly believes Kentucky needs tougher spay/neuter laws. Victor also gives a nod to Jessamine County’s Trap/Neuter Return (TNR) program, where feral (wild) cats are trapped, neutered and returned to the wild. In past years, the Haven has taken in as many as 200 homeless dogs in a year. Now it has about 50 a year. All the dogs at the Haven receive appropriate veterinary care, including heartworm tests, vaccinations and microchip identification. All Haven dogs are spayed or neutered. Every person who wants to adopt a Haven dog must complete and sign an adoption application and have it approved by a Haven volunteer. The potential owner must
Nancy Victor, The Haven for Dogs, Inc.
also have an interview with a Haven volunteer to verify the placement is appropriate. If for any reason the new owner is unable to care for the pet he or she has adopted, he or she is asked to return the animal to the Haven. When a rescued dog is adopted, Haven volunteers help the new owners maintain successful placement of the dog. The new owner may receive discounts for boarding, grooming and dog obedience training at selected businesses. The Haven charges an adoption fee of $90. This partially offsets the costs for veterinary care and boarding in the foster home. Victor, who has six dogs and three cats in her personal household, admits she has been what she laughingly calls a “foster failure” some-
times. “It’s when you foster dogs and then you don’t let them be adopted,” she said. “We flunked a few times.” The Haven is always looking for volunteer temporary foster homes for their dogs or puppies. If you would like to help or want more information about The Haven, call (859) 887-8733. Visit the Haven’s Web site at www.havenfordogs.com or see its dogs at Petfinder.com.
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Dealing With the Loss of a Pet How will you know it’s time to say goodbye? by Martha Evans Sparks, Staff Writer
“Lose J.J.?” You could hear the alarm in Wilmore resident Jeanne Burrows’ voice. “If he died, I’d feel like I lost my best friend!” J.J. is Burrows’ 10-year-old toy poodle. She and her husband got him when he was less than six weeks old and weighed about two pounds. “He’s getting a little gray,” Burrows said. “I realize he’s getting old and I’m getting older.” Burrows’ horror at the thought of losing her beloved pet is not unusual. Kim Burford of Lexington says she has lost three miniature Schnauzers. “Each time it has been absolutely devastating to me,” she said. “I personally feel like they become a member of my family. They’re like my little babies. Dogs,
you know, have some people traits. They feel pain, happiness, joy. To see them suffer absolutely breaks my heart.” Burford recalled the distress and pain of making the decision to put down her much- loved Schnauzers when disease or old age overtook them. “I grieve and grieve and grieve,” she said. These responses to ending a beloved pet’s life are typical. “Grief is the price you pay for all the love that they give you all of their life. The pain and the grief get less and less every day and you’ll just look back on the good memories,” said Bill Fischbein. He and his wife, Ann, recently had to put down their elderly lab mix. The dog’s inability to keep down even water turned out to be cancer of the throat. At 13 years of age, the upper limit of a lab’s life
span, the Fischbeins felt they had no real option but to end her suffering. When is it time to let your treasured pet go? Nancy Victor, manager of All Creatures Inn, a boarding kennel in Jessamine County, said, “It is so different for everybody. It’s a personal emotional attachment to the animal. There have been some that I still can’t talk about because it really hurts to think about it. And there are others that don’t affect you quite as much. Your attachment is different to different animals.” The difficulty of making the decision is a frequent sentiment expressed by people who love their pets and are distraught when the pet’s life ends. “Yes, it is definitely hard,” said Victor. “Some people after they have [had a pet put down] don’t want to have another animal for a while because it is so hard. And others want a new life pretty quickly because they don’t want to live without one.” Perhaps the first thing to come to terms with is acknowledging that a dog’s lifespan is much shorter than a human’s. If you love and own a dog, you must understand that with the loyalty and devotion will come grief and loss. Some people believe when it is time, the dog itself will give you
clues that the joy has gone out of its life. Other people say dogs are not people and the owner, in love, should act to put them down before the animal endures prolonged suffering. Most dog devotees agree the loving owner should be present when the animal is euthanized. Dogs are pack animals, and you are his “pack.” You are likely to regret it if later you are not there to help your pet relax and feel secure in his last moments. Make your dog’s last day a special time. Take time to do nothing but be with her. Give her her favorite foods or forbidden treats. If the animal has been on a restricted diet, make the appointment with the vet for soon thereafter, before the prohibited food has time to produce an adverse effect. People who have been through the loss of a pet advise deciding ahead of time how you want to handle the dog’s body. If you would like to bury him in the backyard, check to be sure your town does not prohibit such burials. Also, realize that even a middle-sized dog’s body will require a sizeable hole. Do you want to do that much digging? The grave must be deep enough so other animals will not disturb it. Some cities now have cremation services for animals. If you decide on cremation, find out if your vet will do the cremation and return the ashes to you. Plan what you will do with the ashes – keep them in an urn or perhaps scatter them in some of the animal’s favorite places. How can you honor your animal for his years of love and loyalty? What would be a fitting memorial for him? “Be the person your dog thinks you are,” Fischbein said.
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Framingham Research Links Heart Health with Dementia Decline Study that started in 1948 still providing data by Dr. Tom Miller, Staff Writer
One of the most well-respected studies on health and wellness is the Framingham Heart Study, under the direction of the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI), formerly known as the National Heart Institute. What makes this study so unique is that it started in 1948 with a focus on identifying the common factors and characteristics that contribute to cardiovascular disease. Its initial subjects were 5,209 men and women between the ages of 30 and 62 from the town of Framingham, Mass. None had yet developed overt symptoms of cardiovascular disease or suffered a heart attack or stroke. Over time, the study has added the original subjects’ offspring. This enrollment and examination of a third generation of participants will provide greater resources on phenotypic and genotypic information.
Taking a step further in 1994, the researchers included men and women of African American, Hispanic, Asian, Indian, Pacific Islander and Native American origins who at the time of enrollment were residents of Framingham and the surrounding towns. Recruitment of New Offspring Spouses (NOS) began in October 2003, and all groups continue into 2016. Most significant to an aging population is the fact that current scientists and research clinicians have access to the Framingham data. Over the years, careful monitoring of the study population has led to the identification of major risk factors as well as valuable information on the effects these factors have on blood pressure, blood triglyceride and cholesterol levels, age, gender and psychosocial issues. These findings suggest projections of increasing incidences of dementia in the coming decades may be less burdensome
than expected, and education and lifestyle changes may help reduce the risk. Researchers at Boston University School of Medicine and Public Health examined Framingham data and found factors contributing to the dementia decline are related to education, physical activity and intellectual stimulation. Research clinicians are exploring prevention strategies to determine whether factors such as sleep patterns and “brain games” are instrumental in delaying or preventing dementia. At the cutting edge are research investigations that address certain medical conditions, such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure, which influence the risk for cognitive impairment. Epidemiological studies and some intervention studies suggest physical exercise may also play a role in reducing the risk for Alzheimer’s disease and age-related cognitive decline. Exercise can stimulate the brain’s ability to maintain old network connections and make new ones that are vital to healthy cognition. This study reaffirms earlier findings and adds the dimension of multigenerational and cultural assessment that suggests eating certain foods can influence brain health. A diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains and low in fats and added sugars can reduce the risk of some chronic diseases.
Researchers are exploring whether a healthy diet can preserve cognitive function and reduce the risk of dementia. Several studies link continued cognitive health with significant social engagement. Remaining active in work-type situations, related activities and service through volunteering, exploring new things, reading, attending community lectures and playing games requiring concentration and decision-making all benefit the aging brain. Sources and Resources
Satizabal, C.L., Beiser, A.S., Chouraki V., et al. (2016). Incidence of dementia over three decades in the Framingham Heart Study. New England Journal of Medicine; 374(6):523-532.
Several studies link continued cognitive health with significant social engagement.
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Mitral Valve Prolapse Sounds Serious Condition is often symptomatic of other illnesses by Charles Sebastian, Staff Writer
When doctors listen to the inside of the body, or auscultate, using a stethoscope most of the time, they hear many signals of imminent problems. Faint clicks and murmurs that happen at specific times in a certain sequence often signify a condition called mitral valve prolapse (MVP). MVP occurs when blood swishes back into the left atrium, and it can be symptomatic of serious illnesses. “The Click-Murmur Syndrome,” as it is also called, is the most frequent heart problem around the world. Other names for MVP include floppy valve syndrome, balloon mitral valve, billowing mitral valve, myxomatous mitral valve and prolapsing mitral valve syndrome. MVP can increase one’s mortality rate up to 20 percent, depending on the amount of regurgitation due to the affected valve. The mitral valve is designed to stop blood from backing up into the left atrium from the left ventricle. Front and back flaps make up the valve. Each has three layers: the atrialis, the fibrous and the spongiosa. When there is too
much connective tissue, as is the case with MVP, the flaps weaken and the area around the valve is compromised. The flaps can wear thin, bend, stick, invert or fold, all of which decreases their ability to stop the backwash. The best time to tell if MVP is present is during the heart’s systole phase, when the heart ventricles contract. J. Michael Criley gave MVP its name in 1966, though John Brereton Barlow first described the condition, which is why it is sometimes termed “Barlow’s Syndrome.” More serious conditions that may contribute to MVP include polycystic kidney disease, Marfan syndrome, EhlersDanlos syndrome and Graves disease. Most cases of MVP fortunately do not require surgery, though some extreme cases can benefit from certain procedures. The most important aspect of the condition is that it tends to point to other, worse issues many times, which raises red flags for doctors. Sometimes MVP is the result of something
else. In many cases of rheumatic fever, the valves in the heart area are weakened, which can lead to MVP. With Marfan syndrome, the connective tissue is severely weakened, and this also can easily lead to MVP. The American Heart Association says the following symptoms may be associated with the valve leak found in MVP: chest pain (not caused by coronary artery disease or a heart attack), dizziness, fatigue, a sensation of feeling the heart beat (palpitations) and shortness of breath with activity or when lying flat (orthopnea). Arrhythmias can result from MVP. These can eventually become serious. The heart may enlarge due to the condition. The
chance of having a stroke from a blood clot from the heart reaching the brain is greater in cases of MVP. Endocarditis, the inflammation of the inner lining of the heart walls as well as the valves, can develop. Fluttering of the heart or rapid palpitations may also be present, as well as numbness or tingling in the hands and feet. If you feel any of these symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. If your doctor suspects you may have MVP, an echocardiogram or chest X-ray can help confirm the diagnosis. A coronary angiogram, cardiac catheterization or stress test may be ordered as part of the diagnosis and treatment. MVP is very treatable in the world of modern medicine.
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Free Knee Pain Screenings Offered To Help Determine If Lexington Area Residents Qualify For Popular Treatment Lexington area knee pain sufferers have limited time to claim knee pain screening to see if all-natural knee arthritis treatment might work for them
If you qualify for this treatment, it might be one of the happiest days of your life. That’s because, for the past year and a half, hundreds of knee pain sufferers have flocked to Osteo Relief Institute located in Lexington, Kentuky. That’s when their specially trained doctors added Hyalgan treatments to their already successful and comprehensive knee pain relief program. Hyalgan is unique because even though it is manufactured by a pharmaceutical company, it’s in NOT considered a drug because it is a natural substance with an incredible story. Why So Many Want It You see, when you suffer with arthritis - the lubricating fluid (synovial fluid) in your knee joint dries up. This means instead of gliding smoothly - your bones start to rub and grind against each other. This causes a little pain in the beginning - but over time the pain steadily gets worse until it is excruciating. Like “Joint Oil” Hyalgan works so well because it is like “joint oil.” It is a natural substance that contains one of the natural building blocks of the synovial fluid that lubricates your knee. Scientists and researchers discovered this natural building block to synovial fluid in the rooster’s comb - that big red thing on top of the roost-
ers head. It is extracted from the roosters comb, purified and concentrated. When it is injected directly into your knee joint, it is like squirting oil on a rusty door hinge. Hyalgan allows your joints to glide more smoothly eliminating a lot of the rubbing, grinding and pain. Can Supplements Do The Same Thing? No. Glucosamine and chondroitin and other supplements are much different. You can only get this from a doctor and it often helps knee pain sufferers who got limited or no success from glucosamine and chondroitin. Beware of unsubstantiated claims made by supplements to do what this advanced medical procedure does. Why You Should Try This Even If You’ve Already Had Similar Treatments Without results... “We have been able to help so many knee pain sufferers - even many who have already tried other injections like Synvisc, Supartz, Orthovisc and even Hyalgan. We use specail and very advanced advanced low-dose video flouroscopy imaging called “Hologic Digital Imaging” so we can see right into the joint. This allows us to put the Hyaglan exactly where is needs to be. Studies show doctors doing joint injections without flouroscopy miss the joint up to 30% of
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Pain - above is a knee joint with painful osteo-arthritis. Arthritis causes the joint space to decrease, grinding, stiffness, decreased motion, bone spurs, swelling and a lot of pain.
Successful Treatment - Hyalgan (blue) being precisely injected directly into the knee joint using Hologic digital imaging. Advanced imaging allows treatments to be as precise as possible. Hyalgan can lubricate the joint and decrease pain.
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