Living Well 60+ September/October 2018

A RESOURCE GUIDE FOR YOUR GENERATION SEPT / OCT 2018 VOL. 14 ISSUE 4

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Kentucky State Parks CHECK OUT THE UNCOMMON BEAUTY OF THE COMMONWEALTH

ALSO INSIDE Caregiver Tips for Autumn

Learning to Play the Piano

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STAFF WRITERS

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Jenny Leigh Hodgins

Frank Kourt

Angela S. Hoover

Lisa M. Petsche

Jean Jeffers

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ROCK POINT PUBLISHING Brian Lord / Publisher David Bryan Blondell / Golf & Special Sections Director

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Reap the Rewards of Autumn Initiatives

10 The Attack of the Commando Hockey Players 12 Learning to Play the Piano Benefits Aging Adults 14 CALENDAR OF EVENTS: September/October 16 SENIOR SERVICES DIRECTORY 20 FAMILY VISION: Vision Problems Can Lead to Classroom Problems 21 Safety Tips for Older Drivers 22 FUNERAL: Finding Hope During the Holiday Season 24 Seniors Sailing the Seven Seas: Ever consider a cruise – permanently?

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Dear Friends, I heard something interesting on the radio news today. People are beginning to make their New Year’s resolutions in September, rather than waiting for January. The commentator said this was a throwback to the nostalgia of childhood, when school started up again in September and we had to make new plans, new

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State Parks in Kentucky Come check out the uncommon beauty of the Commonwealth

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by Jean Jeffers, Staff Writer

Looking for a great getaway vacation spot or just a place for a few days of rest and relaxation?

Whether you want a relaxing site or an adventure, you can have it all at Kentucky state parks. You don’t have to go far; there are several state parks close by, both around the Lexington area and sprinkled throughout the Commonwealth.

There are 49 Kentucky state parks. They offer some of the most striking landscapes in Kentucky and a number of outdoor activities, nature programs and special events, all served in an atmosphere of scenic beauty. You can play on nationally recognized golf courses and find lakes that stretch far and wide. You can stay at a lodge that combines historic charm with convenience or spread out in a cabin on a pristine property.

General Butler State Park, located in Carrolton, about 50

miles from Lexington, boasts a lodge that has breathtaking views.

A cabin stay is possible. There is a campground as well as a lake for swimming and boating. A golf course and conference center complete the accommodations.

The lodge’s restaurant serves delectable regional dishes bespeaking the culinary heritage of the state, as do most of the restaurants in the state park system. Pick up a culinary passport on your visit to a state park and get it stamped at each location you visit. Once it’s full, you will receive a gift.

Another popular park is Natural Bridge State Resort Park in Slade.

This park is close to Red River Gorge. Accommodations include cabin rentals or the Hemlock Lodge, which is open year round.

All 35 rooms at Hemlock Lodge have private balconies. A meeting center can accommodate up to 200 guests.

Trails abound at Natural Bridge.

One of the oldest was built in the 1890s by the Lexington and East-

ern Railroad. The popular hiking trail begins near the gift shop and climbs 25 miles to the trailhead behind the Hemlock Lodge. There are five trail shelters along this trail. It meanders through a forest of tulip trees, white pines and thickets of rhododendron.

Many of Kentucky’s state and resort parks are touted as a perfect place to spend family time surrounded by nature’s beauty.

Travelers of all ages will find something to enjoy. Many of the parks feature water sports and historic sites and some have an array of events you could only wish for in an ideal family vacation.

Some popular family parks include:

• Big Bone Lick State Historic Site. Here ancient fossils are on display in a museum that includes a wooly mammoth.

• Lincoln Homestead Park.

This was the home of the 16th president’s mother, Nancy Hanks Lincoln.

• Lost River Cave. Kentucky’s geography features a large system of caves, including the famous Mammoth Cave. Equally fascinating is Lost River Cave near Bowling Green.

The best Kentucky State Parks for hunting include:

• Cumberland Falls State Resort Park • Pine Mountain State Resort Park • Nolin Lake State Park Come find your perfect vacation spot at a Kentucky state park.

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https://parks.ky.gov/parks ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Jean Jeffers is an RN and a staff writer for Living Well 60+ and Health & Wellness magazines. She is about to publish her first novel, “Journey Toward Healing,” in the fall. Her website may be seen at www.normajean.naiwe.com.

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Reap the Rewards of Autumn Initiatives Doing some fall homework can pay off for caregivers

by Lisa M. Petsche, Staff Writer

Fall is a great time for implementing change.

There’s a fresh-start feeling and renewed sense of purpose and productivity that accompany the early part of a new school year, ingrained in us from our youth and perhaps also from years of raising children. As well, moderating temperatures typically result in an increase in energy this time of the year.

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s a family caregiver, although you may not be returning to school, doing some homework in the coming weeks can pay off in terms of improving your well-being and that of the person you care for. Here are some suggestions: • Educate yourself about your care receiver’s medical conditions and share the information with him or her and other family members as appropriate, to ensure you have a common understanding.

• Request a medication review from your care receiver’s primary physician or a geriatrician to check for drug interactions and determine whether your care receiver still needs all of his or her prescriptions.

• Arrange for an experienced lawyer to assist your care receiver in assigning powers of attorney for personal care and property (finances) and preparing a will.

Or review such documents if they were done some time ago to determine if they need updating.

Self-Care Strategies

Since self-care can improve your effectiveness and longevity as a caregiver, consider the following strategies.

• Book an appointment with your primary physician if you are overdue for a medical check-up or are experiencing health issues.

• Buy home fitness equipment or get some workout DVDs so you can exercise at home.

• Do something that provides you with meaning and purpose apart from caregiving to nurture your identity. Revive an old pastime or try something new.

• If it’s difficult for you to perform yard maintenance tasks or if finding time is an issue, enlist the help of a reliable neighbor (consider hiring a teenager from the block) or contract with a reputable yard maintenance service.

• If your care receiver can be left alone, supply him or her with a portable phone and get yourself a cell phone so you can stay in

touch as needed. An emergency response system is another valuable option.

• If your care receiver cannot be left alone, research respite services in your community so you can take breaks from caregiving.

It’s a win-win arrangement: You’ll have some needed downtime and your care receiver will benefit from the added stimulation that comes from a visiting companion or meeting new people and trying new things at a program.

In-home options include respite provided by home health care agency staff, an individual hired under a private arrangement or a trained volunteer (for example, someone from the Alzheimer’s Association). There are also adult day care programs and residential care homes that have short-stay options so caregivers can take a vacation. To learn about these

resources, contact your local office on aging or the non-profit organization associated with your care receiver’s disease.

• Connect with other caregivers by joining a community support group; some offer concurrent care. Online caregiver message boards and chat rooms and electronic mailing lists or discussion forums are some at-home alternatives.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Lisa M. Petsche is a medical social worker and a freelance writer specializing in boomer and senior health matters. She has personal experience with elder care.

Research respite services in your community so you can take breaks from caregiving.

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The Attack of the Commando Hockey Players ...and Other Nighttime Adventures

by Frank Kourt, Staff Writer

Despite our differences, one thing we all have in common is dreams.

As we gently fade off into sleep for the evening, we become wrapped in a world of dreams, some pleasant, some not so much.

When dreams bump up against reality, the results can be chaotic,

as I have gleaned from tales of my friends and acquaintances over the years and, alas, from personal experience.

One of the most colorful of these tales is an attack by commando hockey players.

This story was told to me by a couple of high school friends who had recently married and were therefore unfamiliar with each others’ dream habits.

According to the Mrs., she

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drifted off to sleep next to her what he thought was a big fish, groom in their new home and but it turned out to be his wife’s soon was confronted with a tersevered head, which opened its rifying image. mouth and screamed.

“They were like football This horrible image caused players with that black stuff him to scream, which only under their eyes that made them incited her to do the same, since, look like commandos, but they for all she knew, the furry woodweren’t football players, they land creature that startled her were hockey players,” she said. in the first place was having her These images so terrified her husband for a midnight snack. that she jolted awake, convinced Eventually all the screaming their home had been breached stopped, and all was well, but a by commando hockey players. harrowing experience was had She frantically shook her new by all, including, probably, the husband awake and, with not a poor little animal that started it. little hysteria, informed him of It was likely traumatized for life. the Invasion of the Commando Sometimes weird dreams Hockey Players. don’t involve hysterics, as I “She was so scared and I was found out from one of my only half awake, so she actuformer bosses. One morning at ally convinced me there were the breakfast table, her husband commando hockey players in peered over the newspaper and the house,” said her asked her how her better half. pancreas was.

Armed with a “My what?” she Unfamiliar nine iron, ready to inquired. defend his turf from “I figured you surroundings ice skating monsters wouldn’t rememsometimes with hockey sticks, ber, but last night he checked the place spark bizarre you woke me up to out to (fortunately) tell me your panfind his bride just creas was leaking,” dreams had a very bad he explained. dream.

Of course, Yes, they are still she had no such married and have been for many memory, and he had apparently decades. gone through enough of these Unfamiliar surroundings episodes to roll over and go back sometimes spark bizarre dreams, to sleep rather than call 911. as was the case with another My own collision of dreams husband and wife set of friends with reality happened many who were camping in a tent in years ago. Sleeping next to the woods. They had turned in my late wife, I dreamed I was for the night, but the wife left playing football in a gym with the tent to answer nature’s call. wooden bleacher seats. I went After only a few steps, a small, out for a long pass and my feet furry woodland creature scamgot tangled in the bleachers. pered across her path, startling I kept bobbling the ball while her and prompting her to do desperately trying to catch it. what anybody not used to campYou guessed it. I awoke with ing would: She screamed. my hands enmeshed in my angry Reality sometimes has a funny wife’s hair. When I explained the way of working its way into our dream, she gave me a firm gaze dreams, and this was the case and declared, “My head is NOT with the husband. He was peace- a football!” fully dreaming about fishing, but Apparently the lesson stayed his wife’s screams worked their with me, as I have never mistakway into his subconscious mind. en a woman’s head for a football In his dream he was reeling in ever since – awake or asleep.

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Learning to Play the Piano Benefits Aging Adults six months of piano instruction for seniors showed impressive If you’ve always wanted to play enhancements in memory, verbal the piano, taking lessons as a sefluency, information processing nior adult has more benefits than speed, planning ability and other you may think. Beyond the sheer cognitive functions over those joy of musical experience, there’s a who had not taken lessons. good chunk of science behind the Musical training improves the positive effects of learning to play cognitive reserve in aging adults. the piano as an older adult. These Cognitive reserve – the term advantages go beyond simple for how the brain fights against enjoyment. The health boosts and deterioration of function – is the affect on cognitive improved dramatiabilities are a greater cally in aging adults Taking piano incentive. who take piano Aging adults who lessons. Engaging lessons as a learn to play the piano in activities such as experience enhanced reading, writing or senior adult cognitive function, crossword puzzles is has more slowed deterioration known to improve in the fight against the benefits than cognitive well-being aging process, stress and reduce the risk relief, improved mood you may think. of dementia developand a boost in selfment. But seniors esteem. A study of agwho learn to play the ing adults by the journal Frontiers piano yield even more extraordiin Psychology revealed learning a nary improvements in multiple musical instrument enhances the brain functions. Additionally, activation of brain regions related learning to play the piano ento memory, attention, language hances auditory working memory, processing, motor function and which may reinforce the memory emotion. Listening to music has capacity that facilitates communibeen shown to activate these cation, conversation and the abilmultiple brain regions, but learnity to distinguish consonants and ing to play an instrument further vowel sounds. Learning to play increases these functions. piano fights against hearing loss Neuropsychologists found such and strengthens communication significant brain function activskills despite the aging process. ity enhancement from playing Older adults learning to play the an instrument that the use of piano have increased amounts of music training is under scrutiny human growth hormone (HGH), for understanding brain plasticity which is connected to reducing progression. An institute in Baraches and pains that come with celona, Spain, found participants age. Higher HGH levels slow the who were assigned piano practice progression of osteoporosis and as opposed to those who did increase energy, sexual function sports or painting showed greater and muscle mass. neurological and psychological Learning to play the piano is improvement. a complex activity, requiring the University of South Florida ability to read as you play. This assistant professor of music multi-tasking trains eye-hand coeducation Jennifer Bugos studied ordination and develops indepenaging adults who did or did not dent hand coordination. This in take piano lessons. She discovered turn stimulates multiple brain sec-

by Jenny Leigh Hodgins

tions and improves reaction and productivity while strengthening neural pathways between the left and right brain hemispheres.

Playing the piano uses a creative technique called divergent thinking that forces the use of both sides of the brain. When players exercise this technique regularly, they become better at creative thinking, improving the ability to problem solve.

People who play the piano regularly improve their mental state. Experiencing the victory of learning to play a piece of music encourages self-confidence.

Engaging in music affects mood and provides stress relief. Playing the piano is a kind of ultrasound therapy, sending sound vibrations to the body that improve circulation and relax muscles. Playing music soothes and stimulates primary senses of touch and sight, causing the brain to release beta endorphins and dopamine, which leads to decreased anxiety, depression and loneliness. These aspects of mood affect overall wellness by

stimulating the immune system to improve players’ health. There are private piano instructors who offer group lessons as well as inhome instruction.

SOURCES:

• Lindeblad Piano Restoration (www.lindebladpiano.com) • National Association of Music Merchants Foundation (www.nammfoundation.org) • National Center for Biotechnology Information (www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) • Music and Health (www.musicandhealth.co.uk) • Science Nutshell (www.sciencenutshell.com) ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Jenny Leigh Hodgins spent 30 years in music education and is a writer and composer and a caregiver for her mother in Lexington. Find her online at www. jlhodginswrites.com and www. jlmusicstudio.com or email her at JennyLeighHodgins@icloud.com.

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Relax the body, quiet the mind, open the heart. Arrive 6:00-6:30 and deeply relax, instruction 6:30-8:00 PM. Mobilize inner resources for promoting health, preventing burnout and managing stress-related chronic disease. Study and practice in a supportive group. Gentle yoga, mindful movement, deep relaxation, sitting meditation and discussion. Instructor: John A. Patterson MD, MSPH, FAAFP, Cost $10. Mind Body Studio 517 Southland Drive, Lexington, KY 859-373-0033. Full details at http://www.mindbodystudio. org/?page_id=1055

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Argentine tango Passionate and Romantic, mindful and meditative, a uniquely transformative social skill, art form and movement therapy. No partner or dance experience required. Friday evening 7:30-9:00 PM. You may drop-in to any class- this is not a series. Cost $10 Instructors- Dr. John Patterson and Nataliya Timoshevskaya.

Mind Body Studio 517 Southland Drive, Lexington, KY 859-373-0033. Full details at http://www.mindbodystudio. org/?page_id=214

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Lakeside Live Free live music every Friday and Saturday night at Lexington Green May-September. With a beautiful covered dock, a fire pit hang out, amazing restaurants and shopping, and fun live

music, you’ll want to linger with friends and family. Pets and lawn chairs are welcome. 7:00pm– 10:00pm. Free.

September 29

September 6

For available races and entry fees, please visit http://www. kyhistoryhalf.com. Frankfort, KY at 8:00am, the KY History Half is the Commonwealth’s first half marathon that celebrates Kentucky’s history. Proceeds go to the Kentucky Historical Society Foundation to support the educational programming and services of the Kentucky Historical Society. All finishers in all three races receive a commemorative KY History race medal.

Senior Information Fair 10 a.m.-2 p.m at Milward Funeral Directors, 1509 Trent Boulevard. Hosted by Milward Funeral Directors and The Willows at Hamburg. Guests will have an opportunity to talk to many vendors about financial planning, legal issues, estate planning, funeral preplanning, senior activities and transportation and senior living communities. It’s essentially a one-stop location for gathering a lot of information. A light lunch will be provided at no charge or obligation. Door prizes will be given away, too. To RSVP, call (859) 272-3414 before Sept. 4.

September 25 Medicare Options Presentation

Learn about your medicare options with an educational presentation by Kentucky Health Solutions. 6pm at the Eastside Library. Please call 859-312-9646 to RSVP. www.

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KY History Half Marathon 10k and 5k

October 20

VIPS 5K for the 5 Senses Join us for the 2nd Annual VIPS 5K For The 5 Senses Family Run/Walk on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 9am at The Club at UK’s Spindletop Hall. This unique family friendly event will invigorate all of your senses as you run or walk throughout the beautiful grounds of Spindletop Hall and the Legacy Trail.

Sight, hearing, smell, taste and touch....your senses will come alive as you help to support a great cause! Plan to stay and join us for the SENSEsational Spot, where there will be tons of hands on activities for kids and adults to explore using their 5 Senses. ONLINE

REGISTRATION will remain open until 11:59pm on Friday, October 19th. There will also be in person registration at the race from 7:30-9am on Saturday. PACKET PICKUP will be from 7:30-9am on race morning (Saturday, 10/20) in the back parking lot of The Club at UK’s Spindletop Hall. You’ll be able to park close to where you pickup your packet. There is no advanced day packet pickup for this race.

October 27 Pumpkin Run 3K

Please join us for the Easter Seals Pumpkin Run 3K benefiting Easter Seals Cardinal Hill Adaptive Recreation. Our race will be held October 27, 2018 at 9:30 am at Wellington Park. RACE DAY REGISTRATION OPENS AT 8:30 AM ON RACE DAY! In addition we are offering several family fun activities including pumpkin pie at the finish line, costume contest for all ages, trick or treating and more!!! The 3K will feature chip timing by 3 Way Racing, overall and age group awards and race T-shirts for all registrants. Come join in the fun and help raise money and awareness for our adaptive recreation programs. Additional race information can be found at http://cardinalhill.org/events/ pumpkin-run/.

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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

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.

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

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DISABILITY & REHABILITATION

HOME REPAIR & MAINTENANCE

YMCA of Central Kentucky

Mountain Waterfalls

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

239 E. High St. Lexington, KY 40502 859-254-9622 ymcaofcentralky.org

Award-Winning Water Features 859-684-0642 www.mountainwaterfalls.net

IN HOME CARE (NON-MEDICAL)

Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Winchester Center

Lexington Clinic

Accessible Home Care 366 Waller Ave. Ste. 112 Lexington, KY 40504 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

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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

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 859-260-6214 www.baptisthealth.com/lexington

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

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 marsha@goodworksunlimited.com

Rose Mary C. Brooks Place 200 Rose Mary Dr. Winchester, KY 40391 859-745-4904 www.brooksplace.org

The Lafayette 690 Mason Headley Rd. 859-278-9080 www.lafayettelexington.com

Ashland Terrace 475 S. Ashland Ave. Lexington, KY 40502 859-266-2581 www.ashlandterrace.org

Hometown Manor Assisted Living Community Georgetown, Lawrenceburg, Shelbyville 859-229-5914 www.hometownmanor.com

St Andrews Retirement Community 300 Stocker Dr. 859-625-1400 www.standrewsplace.org

Hometown Manor Assisted Living Communities 2141 Executive Drive, Lexington (859) 317-8439 www.hometownmanor.com

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SERVICE DIRECTORY, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 Morning Pointe Senior Living Residences 233 Ruccio Way, Lexington 40503 859-554-0060 Lexington East Facility 150 Shoreside Dr., Lexington 859-721-0350 The Lantern (Alzheimer’s Care) 225 Ruccio Way, Lexington 40503 859-309-4867 www.morningpointe.com

REAL ESTATE / RENT-SUBSIDIZED HOUSING FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING Turf Town Properties, Inc. 124 Kentucky Ave. Lexington, KY 40502 859-268-4663 www.turftown.com

Briarwood Apartments 1349 Centre Parkway Lexington, KY 40517 859-272-3421 glickco.com

MOVING, ESTATE SALES, DOWNSIZING SERVICES Caring Transitions 1411 Delaware Ave. 859-543-9848 www.CTLex.net

Lexington Life Services 859-797-8157 lexingtonlifeservices.com

Hall’s Moving Service, Inc. SENIORS SAVE 5% 258 E. 2nd Street, Lexington 859-231-0428

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FITNESS, HEALTHY EATING & HEALTHY LIVING Yoga Health & Therapy Center 322 West Second St. Lexington, KY 40507 859-254-9529 www.yogahealthcenter.org

Well Fed Meals 1301 Winchester Rd. #17 Lexington, KY 40505 859-539-5863 www.wellfedmeals.com

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VISION CARE Medical Vision 3288 Eagle View Ln. Suite 300 Lexington, KY 859-278-9486 www.medicalvision.com

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FAMILY VISION

Vision Problems Can Lead to Classroom Problems

by Dr. Rick Graebe, Family Eyecare Associates and Vision Therapy

Is your child or grandchild having problems in school? Do you frequently receive notes from his or her teacher about misbehavior or attention problems? It may surprise you to realize the child’s difficulties are the result of vision-related learning difficulties.

More than 80 percent of learning is visual. In school, a child constantly has to look from his or her desk or book to the board and back. This involves the necessary visual skills of pointing and tracking. The eyes must work together to focus and send the visual cues to the brain. Good vision is vital to developing reading and writing skills. Children with poor vision often find it hard to focus on their work. Common vision problems often go undiagnosed – many of them are not obvious – and the frustration, trouble and actual discomfort some children encounter in school can lead to less

than desirable behavior.

Children won’t tell you they can’t see because they don’t know they can’t see. They don’t know what normal vision is. Fewer than 15 percent of children have had their eyes examined. But to diagnose problems that affect learning takes more than the standard test that generally includes reading an eye chart to discern 20/20 vision.

Vision is much more than just seeing clearly. It is an incredibly complex system. It takes a comprehensive eye exam to measure a child’s ability to track and point his or her eyes.

What are some signs parents can look for that will let them know their child needs to have a comprehensive eye exam? Here are a few cues: • squinting; • reluctance to read; • covering one eye; • turning the head to the side; • using a finger or bookmark to keep track of their place while reading; • poor reading comprehension; • skipping lines or words in the text;

• sloppy handwriting; • headaches; and • fidgeting.

When conducting a comprehensive eye exam, the vision therapist will watch the child read to see how efficiently the eyes work together. Does the child miss words? Does she reverse letters, seeing a “b” as a “d”?

Optometric vision therapy can help children overcome obstacles such as convergence insufficiency disorder, a condition in which the eyes are unable to converge and sustain what they see. With visual therapy, children can learn how to point the eyes together and keep the single vision they produce. They will develop the neurocognitive and visual cognitive skills that are necessary for reading and learning. As they practice and receive proper feedback, their subconscious visual skills improve. The program offered at Family Eyecare Associates usually lasts 30 weeks and incorporates various activities that are specifically designed to help with understanding numbers, letters and shapes. But the

results are impressive: Parents often see a three-year jump on their child’s standardized scores and tests. And the child begins to enjoy reading.

For more information about vision problems that can undermine your child’s ability to learn, check out the videos at: http:// vild.info/about.html. Then call for a consultation with Family Eyecare Associates to have your child’s vision checked.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Dr. Graebe received both his B.S degree in Visual Science and Doctorate of Optometry from Indiana University. He is a Behavioral Optometrist and learning expert. He has been in private practice here in the Bluegrass area for the past 32 years.

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Safety Tips for Older Drivers Stay active, know your limitations, take a refresher course

by Harleena Singh, Staff Writer

Driving can sometimes be challenging for older adults. As we age, factors such as decreased vision, impaired hearing, slowed motor reflexes and worsening health conditions can become problematic. Those who are more at risk include seniors ages 80 to 84 years and male drivers age 65 years and older.

Here are some safety tips for older drivers:

• Remain physically active.

When you remain physically active, you improve your strength and flexibility. Physical activity can make it easier for you to turn the steering wheel, look over your shoulder and make other necessary movements when driving and parking. Find ways to include physical activity in your daily routine.

Walking is a great choice, and so are stretching and strength-training exercises. If you’ve been sedentary, get your doctor’s approval before increasing your activity level.

• Handle chronic conditions.

Consult your doctor to manage any chronic conditions that may impact driver safety, such as diabetes or seizures. You also need to know your medications because many drugs, such as pain and sleep medications, antihistamines and muscle relaxants, can affect driver safety, even when you’re feeling fine. Don’t drive if you’ve taken medication that causes drowsiness or dizziness.

• Have regular vision and hearing tests. Impaired hearing can

be a concern for older drivers because it limits the ability to hear an approaching emergency vehicle or train. Common age-related vision problems, such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration, can make it difficult to see clearly or drive at night. Keep the windshield, mirrors and headlights clean and turn the brightness up on the instrument panel on your dashboard.

• Know your limitations. Consider your physical limitations and make necessary adjustments. For example, if your hands hurt when gripping the steering wheel, use a steering wheel cover that makes holding and turning the wheel more comfortable. You can also adjust your vehicle’s seats or choose a different vehicle to better meet your needs.

• Wear your seatbelt. Buckle up before starting the car every single time. If your seatbelt is uncomfortable, adjust the shoulder strap or buy a shoulder pad that slips over the belt.

• Put aside your cell phone and focus on driving. Plan your route ahead of time so you don’t need to read a map or directions while driving. If you use a GPS device, enter your destination before you start driving. While driving, don’t do anything that takes your focus off the road. Avoid talking, texting or posting of any kind. The National Safety Council also advises against

using any type of phone conversation or voice-to-text features while driving, including hands-free and Bluetooth devices.

• Don’t eat or drink while driving. If you must eat, pull into a safe area such as a parking lot and finish all refreshments before getting back on the road. And especially do not drink alcohol and drive. Even one cocktail or glass of wine or beer may make older drivers unsafe on the road, especially if they are mixed with different medications.

• Drive when you and the roads are both in good condition. Drive during the daytime, in good weather, on quiet roads and in familiar areas. If visibility is poor, use public transportation or consider delaying your trip. Stay off freeways and highways to avoid fast-moving traffic. Don’t drive when there’s rain, thunderstorms, snow, hail or ice. Don’t drive if you’re tired or angry.

• Carry an emergency kit. This should include jumper cables, a first-aid kit, bottled water, snacks and a few days of extra medication for you or your driving companions. If you’re traveling with a pet, include a kit for them as well. Bring medical bracelets and health insurance cards and consider putting an index card in your wallet that lists your health conditions, medications and emergency contacts.

• Take a refresher course for older drivers. Look for courses

through community education programs or local organizations that serve older adults. Check out your local AAA affiliate – you might even get a reduction on your auto insurance if you take one of the organization’s classes.

If you become confused while you’re driving; if you’re concerned about your ability to drive safely; if others have expressed concerns about your driving, it might be best to stop driving entirely. Consider taking the bus, using a van service, hiring a driver or taking advantage of other local transportation options.

REFERENCES:

• American Geriatrics Society Health in Aging Foundation (www.healthinaging.org) • HelpGuide (www.helpguide.org) • Mayo Clinic (www.mayoclinic.org) • Saga (www.saga.co.uk/) • Senior Advisor (www.senioradvisor.com) ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Harleena Singh is a freelance writer and blogger who has a keen interest in health and wellness. She can be approached through her blog (www.aha-now. com) and Web site, www.harleenasingh.com. Connect with her on Twitter, Facebook and Google+.

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FUNERAL

Finding Hope During the Holiday Season

by Joey Tucker, Funeral Director, Milward Funeral Directors

Anyone who has experienced a death of a loved one may find the holidays difficult.

The season can become saturated with feelings of sadness, loss and emptiness.

“Society encourages you to join in the holiday spirit, but all around you the sounds, sights and smells trigger memories of the one you love who has died,” said Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D., director of the Center for Loss and Life Transition. “During the holidays it is important to remember to be tolerant and compassionate with yourself.”

While there are no set guidelines for coping with the hurt during the holidays, Wolfelt offers several suggestions to help grieving people continue their healing journey during the holiday season.

Talk About Your Grief

Don’t be afraid to express your feelings of grief. Ignoring your grief won’t make the pain go away. Talking about it openly often makes you feel better.

Identify friends and relatives who understand the holiday season can increase your sense of loss and who will allow you to talk openly about your feelings.

Be Tolerant of Your Physical and Psychological Limits

Feelings of loss will probably leave you fatigued. Lower your own expectations about being at your peak physically and mentally during the holiday season.

Eliminate Unnecessary Stress

You may already feel stressed, so don’t overextend yourself.

Avoid isolating yourself, but be sure to recognize the need to have special time for yourself. Realize also merely “keeping busy” won’t distract you from your grief but may actually increase your level of stress.

Talk About the Person Who Died

Include the person’s name in your holiday conversations. If you’re able to talk candidly, other people are more likely to recognize your need to remember that special person who was an important part of your life.

Do What Is Right for You During the Holidays

Well-meaning friends and family often try to prescribe what is good for you during the holidays. Instead of going along with their plans, focus on what you want to do. Share your needs with your friends and family.

Plan Ahead for Family Gatherings

Decide which family traditions you want to continue and which new ones you want to begin. Plan out the activities you want to do so you don’t get caught off guard.

This can create feelings of panic, fear and anxiety when your grief is already heightened. Leave room to change your plans if you feel it is appropriate.

Embrace Your Treasure of Memories

Memories are some of the best legacies that exist after a loved one’s death. And holidays always make you think about times past. Instead of ignoring these memories, share them with your family and friends. Remember, memories are tinged with both happiness and sadness.

Express Your Faith

Remember to be tolerant and compassionate with yourself.

During the holidays, you may find a renewed sense of faith or discover a new set of beliefs. Associate with people who understand and respect your need to talk about these beliefs. You may want to attend a holiday service or special religious ceremony.

Attend Holiday Hope

You may wish to participate in Holiday Hope, a program designed to help people cope with their losses during the holidays.

Holiday Hope will be held at Milward Funeral Directors, 1509 Trent Boulevard, Lexington, on Monday, Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. Cosponsored by Bluegrass Care Navigators, the event will begin with refreshments, a musical performance by pianist Amy Brown and a craft for all guests. If you wish to participate in the craft, bring a photocopy of a 4x6 color or black and white photograph of your loved one. The 7 p.m. program includes remarks by a Bluegrass Care Navigators chaplain and a candlelight ceremony to honor loved ones.

For reservations (requested but not required), call (859) 2723414.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Joey Tucker has served the Lexington community as a funeral director for Milward Funeral Directors since 2007. He has been a licensed funeral director since 2002. Milward is the 37th oldest continuously operated family business in the United States, with three locations in Lexington. Joey can be reached at info@milwardfuneral.com or (859) 252-3411.

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Seniors Sailing the Seven Seas Ever consider going on a cruise – permanently?

by Angela S. Hoover, Staff Writer

High adventures on the seas and relaxing on a cruise ship make a great vacation for singles, couples or families. Many cruise lines offer distinct ships designed for these different travelers. Multi-generational or family cruises are popular during summer months.

Not all ships allow full-time residents onboard, but many cruise lines make accommodations for seniors who want to become longterm passengers and remain on the same ship for months or even years at a time. Even better, when comparing costs, permanent cruising can be a cheaper alternative to assisted living.

Assisted living facilities are distinct from nursing homes in how much direct care is given. Nursing home residents have more severe health concerns, such as dementia or being wheelchair-bound, so they receive help with the most basic of daily living activities. But assisted

living facility residents maintain their own independent apartments or rooms and only receive limited help for things such as medication management, transportation, housekeeping services, entertainment and meals. Healthcare services are typically not included at assisted living facilities. Average costs for an assisted living facility was around $3,750 per month in 2017, according to the Genworth Cost of Care survey. This is around $45,000 annually.

Cruise ships offer similar amenities as assisted living facilities to passengers of all ages. Most have all-inclusive food offerings available throughout the day. The entertainment offerings are probably more diverse on cruise ships than those at assisted living facilities. In addition to comedians, musicians, plays and group performances, ships offer learning enrichment activities, such as culinary arts, wine tasting, photography, computers classes, foreign languages and more. Exercise facilities, pools and activity programs also abound.

A cruise ship may be the ideal – and cheaper – retirement option.

Ships have onboard pharmacy services and infirmaries, comparable to ambulatory care centers, that are staffed with doctors and nurses usually available 24 hours for emer-

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The nightly cost of a cruise averages around $100 or less. A 12-night cruise of the Southern Caribbean is $779 on average per person, which breaks down to just $65 per night. Senior discounts, points for frequent cruises and booking with a rewards credit card can keep costs even lower, especially if you opt out of pricey extras such as alcohol and shore excursions.

Obviously, seniors who need a higher level of services that only a nursing home can offer or those with complicated medical conditions that require regular doctor visits should not consider a cruise ship retirement. But for relatively healthy seniors who want a fun alternative to living alone, a cruise ship may be the ideal – and cheaper – retirement option.

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