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You Just Gotta Laugh Author Kal Rosenberg Explores the Balance Between Humor and Adversity p.28

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CONTENTS FEBRUARY 2011 • VOL. 12 ISSUE 02

PHOTO BY TJ MORRISSEY for LOTUS STUDIOS

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Tapas Senior Center Calendar of Events

ON THE COVER – Local author Kal Rosenberg takes a moment outside his Gainesville home to enjoy an adult beverage for this month’s Senior Times cover photo. Rosenberg is a writer, educator, and self-proclaimed curmudgeon. He has recently published his latest book, “Damaged Goods.”

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Crossword Puzzle Theatre Listings Reading Corner

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Perspectives on Aging

by Carlos Muniz

features 14

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by Donna Bonnell

Fun Dating Ideas Fall in Love for the First Time or All Over Again

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BY CRYSTAL HENRY

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A New Home, A Second Chance The Humane Society Prepares to Enter a New Building

BY AMANDA WILLIAMSON

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BY JANICE C. KAPLAN

Learn and Live The American Heart Association and the Gainesville Heart Ball

BY MARY KYPREOS

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Healthy Edge

by Kendra Siler-Marsiglio

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Enjoying Act Three

by Ellis Amburn

You Just Gotta Laugh In Life and in His Latest Book, Local Author Kal Rosenberg Balances Humor and Adversity

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Embracing Life

February 2011

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Love your family. Love your Pets. Love your Life.

These are the words suggested by my wife, as we discussed what I should mention in this message.

Whenever February comes ‘round, thoughts of Valentine’s Day come to my mind – and thoughts of my birthday as well, which happens to land on that day.

In honor of this festive occasion I will often receive a heart-shaped chocolate birthday cake, a tradition that began early in my life (thanks Mom!) and continues to this day — usually.

In my typical egocentric way I sometimes act as if the world should revolve around me on this day. This drives my wife crazy because she doesn’t expect a lot of attention on her birthday. Or on Valentine’s Day. Or even Christmas for that matter. In fact, we usually buy presents for ourselves for any given holiday and then thank each other. This year I do have a little surprise for her – although she may not be too surprised since she sees all of my purchases when she balances the checkbook.

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In addition to the Month of Love, February is also American Heart Month.

To that end, in this edition of Senior Times we provide you with a story about the American Heart Association and its annual fundraiser – the Gainesville Heart Ball.

We also offer some dating tips for both new couples as well as those in long-term relationships.

Speaking of relationships, how could we leave out “man’s best friend,” and cats, too, for that matter? It seemed appropriate to bring you news about the Alachua County Humane Society and its new building that is opening in this month.

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CRYSTAL HENRY is a freelance writer and columnist born and raised in West Texas. She received her B.S. in Journalism in 2006 from the University of Florida. She is in love with the Florida landscape. ces03k@gmail.com AMANDA WILLIAMSON is a student in UF’s College of Journalism and Communications. She has been writing for as long as she can remember. She enjoys spending time with her friends, family and animals. awilliamson@ufl.edu

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The American Heart Association has a new national goal: By 2020, to improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans by 20% while reducing deaths from cardiovascular diseases and stroke by 20%.

GUIDELINES Fruits and vegetables At least 4.5 cups a day Fish (preferably oily fish) At least two 3.5-ounce servings a week Fiber-rich whole grains At least three 1-ounce-equivalent servings a day Sodium Less than 1,500 mg a day Sugar-sweetened beverages No more than 450 calories (36 ounces) a week

February is American Heart Health Month.

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Delivered in 3 Days California produces 60 percent of American roses, but the vast number sold on Valentine's Day in the United States are imported, mostly from South America. Approximately 110 million roses, the majority red, will be sold and delivered within a three-day time period.

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February 10, 1937 Roberta Flack is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who is notable for jazz, soul, R&B, and folk music. Flack was born in Black Mountain, North Carolina, and was raised in Arlington, Virginia.

She first discovered the work of African American musical artists when she heard Mahalia Jackson and Sam Cooke sing in a predominantly African-American Baptist church.

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A Few Other Notable

February Birthdays

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February 11, 1934

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Black History MONTH

lack History Month began as “Negro History Week,” which was created in 1926

by Carter G. Woodson (pictured to the left), a noted African American historian, scholar, educator, and publisher. It became a month-long celebration in 1976. The month of February was chosen to coincide with the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. During the Reconstruction period 21 African Americans, including 10 former slaves, were elected to the United States Congress.

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The Day The

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n February 3, 1959, a smallplane crash near Clear Lake, Iowa, killed rock and roll musicians: Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J. P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson, as well as the pilot, Roger Peterson. Future country star Waylon Jennings was scheduled to be on the plane, but instead gave his seat up to The Big Bopper. The day was later called “The Day the Music Died” by Don McLean, in his song “American Pie”.

Buddy Holly was among the first group of inductees to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1986.

In 2004, Rolling Stone ranked Holly #13 among “The Fifty Greatest Artists of All Time”.

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Epicatechin Chocolate and cocoa contain a high level of flavonoids, specifically epicatechin, which may have beneficial cardiovascular effects on health.

Animal-safe CHOCOLATE Processing the

COCOA BEAN

Chocolate and cocoa contain a high level of xanthines, specifically theobromine and to a much lesser extent caffeine, that are detrimental to the health of many animals, including dogs and cats.

They cannot be efficiently metabolized in many animals and can lead to cardiac and

nervous system problems, and if consumed in high quantities, even lead to death. However, some cocoa derivatives with a low concentration of xanthines have been designed enabling the pet food industry to offer animal-safe chocolate and cocoa flavored products.

THE HARVESTED PODS ARE OPENED — typically with a machete — the pulp and cocoa seeds are removed

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he pulp and seeds are piled in heaps, placed in bins, or laid out on grates for several days.

During this time, the seeds and pulp undergo “sweating”, where the thick pulp liquefies as it ferments. The fermented pulp trickles away, leaving cocoa seeds behind to be collected. Sweating is important for the quality of the beans, which originally have a strong bitter taste. If sweating is interrupted, the resulting cocoa may be ruined; if underdone, the cocoa seed

maintains a flavor similar to raw potatoes and becomes susceptible to mildew.

Some cocoa producing countries distill alcoholic spirits using the liquefied pulp.

The fermented beans are dried by spreading them out over a large surface and constantly raking them. In large plantations, this is done on huge trays under the sun or by using artificial heat.

Small plantations may dry their harvest on little trays or on cowhides. Finally, the beans are trodden and shuffled

about (often using bare human feet) and sometimes, during this process, red clay mixed with water is sprinkled over the beans to obtain a finer color, polish, and protection against molds during shipment to factories in the United States, the Netherlands, United Kingdom, and other countries. Drying in the sun is preferable to drying by artificial means, as no extraneous flavors such as smoke or oil are introduced which might otherwise taint the flavor.

— WIKIPEDIA.ORG

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COMMUNITY œ RECREATION CENTER

United Way offers free tax preparation

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THE ALACHUA COUNTY SENIOR RECREATION CENTER

Project Update Plumbing. Underpinning. Inspections.

It may not seem like a lot at first glance, but things are moving right along for the Senior Recreation Center.

“We’ve moved from clearing of the land to the beginning of construction, and all of the support mechanisms are being put into place for the building to sit on,” said Anthony Clarizio, executive director of ElderCare of Alachua County.

These are some of the steps necessary before pouring the foundation, which should begin at the end of February or beginning of March.

“It doesn’t look like much because none of the big things are going up, but we are moving right along, working on underground plumbing and underpinning,” Clarizio said. “We will continue to see lots of activity and lots of work.”

Clarizio said opportunities are available for local businesses to donate to the cause and have part of the building named for their company.

“We had our first naming of a section of the building,” he said. “I’m happy to

report that Comfort Keepers was the first to make their pledge.”

Comfort Keepers will have the courtyard area named its honor and it will be prominently displayed in that section of the center.

“We will continue to see lots of activity and lots of work.”

Clarizio said that there are multiple sponsorship levels available for people and businesses to donate to the cause In the coming months, a more definite schedule will be available announcing project milestones. § Anyone interested in helping should contact

United Way of Marion County is offering free income tax preparation through a variety of VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) locations.

Marion County residents are encouraged to get 100 percent of their return back. All volunteers providing tax assistance are trained by the Internal Revenue Service.

Residents will need to bring the following information with them: • Last year’s Federal Income Tax Return (2009 income tax return) • Social Security cards for all taxpayers and dependents • Correct birthdates for all names that appear on the return • All “Important Tax Documents” (W-2s, 1099s, 1098 for mortgage interest, property taxes) • Picture ID including spouse’s, if married and filing joint returns • For education credits, bring 1098T and the amount paid for qualified expenses • Student Loans Interest: F1098E • For dependent care credit, Child care provider’s name, address, SSN/EIN and amount you paid • Cancellation of Debt: F1099C • Sch CEZ/Sch C — Call our office for more details.

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ROMANCE

Fall in Love for the First Time or All Over Again

By Crystal Henry

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f your love life has hit some bumps in the road, or maybe it is just lost that new car smell, it is time to rev things up a bit and break out of the same old dinner and a movie routine. This spring, change should be the driving force in your quest to spice up your love life.

“Everyone goes to dinner. Everyone goes to the movies,” said John Goll, a licensed marriage and family therapist.

Goll said people have different definitions of “spicing things up” but generally what they are looking for is to bring some of the same excitement back into their relationship that they had in the beginning of their courtship.

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typically a watered-down polished-up version of who you are on the twentyfirst date. Goll said this is called “dating behavior,” and it is important because it lets you gradually get to know the other

phase is what makes it so exciting.

Leia Shanyfelt said although she and her husband have been together for more than 14 years, one of their favorite ways to reconnect is to relive their first

A physically active date is a great way for the couple to connect on a more relaxed and genuine level because it creates an opportunity for communication and chemistry. person while keeping things exciting and interesting. And it is an important step in the relationship because it allows you to slowly reveal yourself to your partner. The intrigue and mystery of this relationship

date. She said renting the same movie they went to see and going to the same or similar restaurant they first went to is a nice change from a generic dinner and a movie date. She said it stirs up fond seniortimesmagazine.com

memories and helps remind them why they fell in love in the first place. The only difference is that he is less nervous about the end-of-the-date kiss.

Goll said the key to rekindling a romance is to get away from the day-today routine and try something new.

“The shared adventure of learning new things about each other,” is what keeps the spark alive, he said.

But, Goll said, big and expensive gestures are not often the best approach.

Small and intimate outings often provide a more conducive setting for romance.

Explore local neighborhood events or

festivals nearby, or take a trip to the zoo or the park.

Chessa Jones said she and her boyfriend make an evening of creating their own sushi. They enjoy shopping for the ingredients, preparing the rolls and then sitting down for a meal together.

She said cooking together provides an intimate and sensual setting. For a spring twist, look for recipes that use spring fruits and vegetables. Then head to a local farmers market, orchard or a pick-your-own produce farm for the ingredients.

Goll said cooking together is a great

activity that promotes working together and positive interaction. He said the main goal should be to break the normal routine and interact with your partner.

Music can help set the mood for the evening as well. Shanyfelt said she and her husband Dan also enjoy taking a dance class or going to their local open mic night.

“Dan and I are stoked for next month’s ukulele night at one of our favorite local eateries,” she said.

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“Big and expensive gestures are not often the best approach. Small and intimate outings often provide a more conducive setting for romance.”

opens the door to new experiences.

Another stress-relieving date idea is a couple’s massage. A couple’s massage is a good way to relax and spend time together, and can be a good way to introduce massage for the first time. Some men are nervous or shy about the idea of a massage so having their wife or girlfriend there can help calm their nerves.

However, it is important that both partners be on the same page about the etiquette of their session. If one person wants a quiet massage, and the other wants to chat, it may be best to get separate massages and then come together for a meal or dessert afterward to reconnect and talk.

For the more adventurous couple, an outdoor excursion may be just the thing to rejuvenate the relationship. Some couples run or walk a marathon together. The common goal of completing the marathon is a great bonding opportunity, and the training requires the couple to carve out quality time as well.

Goll said a more physically active date is a great way for the couple to connect on a more relaxed and genuine level than a traditional dinner and a movie because it creates an opportunity for

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communication and chemistry.

Brittany Needham and her husband Michael are on a budget, but they still like to keep things lively. So she said they like to go for a hike and pack a picnic to enjoy at the end of their trail or on the top of the mountain. When they have to stay close to home, they like to have a fondue night or they rent a projector and watch a movie on a big sheet in the backyard.

For those looking to take date night on the road, LyAnna Smith suggests looking for last-minute flight deals to

“non-destination” cities.

“Every city has something unique and fun,” she said. “It is really fun to explore new cities and discover really neat places that most people never get to see.”

And Goll said couples should strive for something different and fun. Discovering new things together and breaking out of the usual routine will revive that feeling of mystery and excitement they first had for each other.

So with spring right around the corner, branch out from the ordinary and remember what it is like to fall in love. § seniortimesmagazine.com

SONIDO y SILENCIO œ CARLOS MUNIZ

Perspectives on Aging Sound is an important feature of life.

It serves the purpose of allowing us to communicate verbally.

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t gives us pleasure when it comes in the form of music. But sometimes it is useless and irrelevant. It is then called noise.

The absence of sound and noise, silence, is hard to find in today’s world, yet is as necessary as sound itself. It allows us to communicate with our inner self, to reflect, meditate

The absence of sound and noise, silence, is hard to find in today’s world, yet is as necessary as sound itself. and contemplate nature. In order to be fully aware of ourselves and our surroundings, we all need our moments of silence and solitude. It is in silence that sometimes we are able to hear the voice of God within us. There are times when all people crave for the inner peace that only the absence of sound can bring. After all, it is in silence and darkness of the night that the stars dare to shine the most.

Like most things in life, the right combination of sound and silence is ideal, and if that is the case, we need

to tune down the excessive noise and turbulence of the present.

It is at this time of the year that we should make a pause in our life, and in silence and introspection ask ourselves a few vital questions that will let us know how well we are doing with our lives up to now, as success should not be measured by how rich we have become or how many honors we have received; those are just perishable medals that will not endure the passage of time.

They will just fill the vanity of man.

True success lies in the answers to the following questions: Has love and not hate been at the center of our lives? Have we made more friends than enemies? Have we cared for others as much as we care for ourselves? Have we responded when others have asked for help? Have we made a difference in the life of others by using the skills we have been endowed with?

If the answer to most of these questions is yes, we have passed the test of life. If not, life is still not over and we can still pass the test, perhaps that is the reason why we are still alive. § Dr. Carlos Muniz is a retired psychiatrist from Gainesville. He may be contacted

Living the Gospel in Downtown Gainesville!

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MERRY’S MISSION œ DONNA BONNELL

Embracing Life Teaching humans to love rather than loathe was Merry’s purpose on the planet.

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he resided exactly 15 years (to the day) in my home. During that time, she unwearyingly converted many individuals who initially detested her existence into becoming friends of the feline family.

My daughter’s one wish for Christmas in 1995 was for a kitty. It is hard to fathom, but there were no kittens available for adoption at the animal shelter.

Determined to find an unwanted animal, I searched the classifieds. An ad attracted my immediate attention. It stated, “Shy six-month old tortoise shell tabby seeking a home for the holidays.”

Without question, I knew it was a match made in Heaven. Loni was a timid adolescent in middle school who had (and still has) more patience than anyone on Earth. Even though her wish was for a younger feline, there was absolutely no doubt about my decision. They needed each other.

My nephews helped me pick up the latest addition to our household and tried to comfort her as I drove. Upon arrival at her new permanent residence, the terrified tabby quickly leapt out, ran into the garage and hid behind the dryer. Chad, Brian and I could not entice her out from the seemingly safe shelter. When Loni came home, out came the cute cuddly kitten; instantly named Merry.

A model cat, Merry was steadfast in

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persuading the many folks who visited her home to learn of the intelligence and value of her species. In her youthful years, she could jump up to open a door.

If I had not seen it with my own eyes, I would not have believed the story.

Merry had the ability to communicate. She trained my nephew, Shane, to open the garage door where her food, water and litter box were located. My husband (once an advocate of only owning barn cats) would secretly allow her

While cats’ characteristics differ from their canine counterparts, they are very capable of forming a bond with their owners. The feline-human bond is a powerful complex mixture of physical, emotional and spiritual encounters. In fact, in ancient times, Egyptians considered cats as gods.

Monkeys and chimps are the only animals that are more intelligent than cats. Cats think, adapt to changing circumstances and learn by observation, imitation, trial and error. They exhibit greater problem solving abilities than dogs. Tests conducted at the University of Michigan and the Department of Animal Behavior at the American Museum of Natural History have concluded that while a canine’s memory lasts 5 minutes, a cat’s recall can last 16 hours.

Since 1995, Loni graduated from college, moved several times, married and had a child. My nephews relocated to New York. Jeff released his negative preconceived thoughts about cats. Over the years, Merry meekly welcomed (or tolerated) humans and animals who

In her youthful years, she could jump up to open a door. If I had not seen it with my own eyes, I would not have believed the story. to sit on the arm of his chair. Merry graciously allowed Jeff to groom her thick coat when nobody was looking.

Her toughest task was teaching my son how to coexist with cats. She routinely hid in Jeffrey’s closet and coated his clothing with cat fur. Sometimes she would snooze on a shelf above his bed and dive down while he was fast asleep.

Eventually he learned to keep his bedroom door closed.

Cats are greatly misunderstood creatures. Many of us grew up with the myth that dogs are man’s best friend; cats are aloof and use us as a means to get what they want. Merry disproved that tale.

crossed her path. Many came and went, but Merry always faithfully waited for us to come home.

When her final moments of life came, I embraced her sweet soul and thanked her for many years of love and lessons. Jeffrey, her most difficult assignment, came to our rescue. He buried her beneath a majestic oak tree and we said goodbye.

Merry accomplished her mission.

I hope I do too. § Donna Bonnell is a freelance writer who moved to Newberry in 1983. She enjoys living and working in the town she now calls home. donna@towerpublications.com

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A New Home, A Second Chance The Humane Society Prepares to Enter a New Building

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n the past couple years, the Humane Society, a non-profit organization, has spent more than $ 2.5 million, plus operating costs, to ensure that the homeless pets of Alachua County have a better life. By purchasing and renovating an older building, the Society can now house more than twice the number of future pets than it could in its old, crumbling facility.

“The most important thing about this building is not that we can house more animals; we can. We can house up to 500 animals,” said Kirk Eppenstein, executive director of the Alachua County Humane Society. “The important thing is that we can move them out faster.”

The Society wants more animals with shorter stays, which the new building will be able to accomplish. With this goal in mind, the Society will be able to reduce the amount of homeless animals, as well as reduce the amount of animals lost to over-crowding. A consumer-friendly facility aids in helping customers find the pet they want faster, said Associate Director Eric Van Ness. And with a faster selection, a pet at the shelter gains a

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forever home, freeing up a new space for another rescue from Animal Services.

In Alachua County, 3,770 dogs and cats were euthanized in 2009, according to the Alachua County Public Works website. But in the past seven years, the Alachua Humane Society worked to decrease euthanasia in Alachua County by 60 percent, he said.

The new building will be a critical part in helping the organization and the community reduce euthanasia to zero, so that only aggressive or sick animals will be put down.

Society $1 million to purchase and an additional $1.5 million to renovate.

A decade ago, the Humane Society dreamed of a new space to house its pets and expanded its operations. In the past, all the animals in its care were housed in two rooms, a dog room and a cat room with an adjoining kitten area. Because of limited space, the staff did not work as efficiently as possible, and adoptions were frequently interrupted. And, as Van Ness said, “It was never meant to house animals.”

About two and a half years ago, Ep-

Unlike the old, cramped building, customers can now enter the new facility from two separate entrances.

Expected to be completed in February, the building is located on 6th street, right in the heart of what is considered “Thrift Alley.” At press time, unconnected sewage lines were the only part left to finish; the only thing preventing the animals from being moved to their new abode. The building costs the Humane

penstein was hired to push the plans off of the paper and into reality. Construction started in summer of 2010. Originally the building was supposed to be finished

by May 2010, but the work has dragged on. Eppenstein is surprised by how much resistance the organization ran into from local bureaucracies. The Humane Society seniortimesmagazine.com

PHOTO BY AMANDA WILLIAMSON Chase Chesonis, with her Labradors, stands in front of the dog entrance for the new Humane Society building. The building is aimed at helping customers ďŹ nd the pet they want faster.

It provides separate entrances for the dogs and the cats.

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PHOTOS BY AMANDA WILLIAMSON Volunteer Amber Russo plays with Dagan, a cat at the shelter she hopes to adopt as soon as her apartment complex will agree.

Dagan is among many of the cats at the shelter living in the small cat room. Upon moving to the new facility, all of the cats will be separated into seven different rooms.

They will still live in a group setting, which is what the cats prefer.

waited about 11 months to acquire the wastewater permits, Van Ness said.

“Because we’re the Humane Society, I thought it would be relatively smooth,” Van Ness said.

The Humane Society’s new home was originally constructed in 1965.

When the Society acquired it, the space lacked insulation. Now it is outfitted with insulation, motion sensors and various systems that ensure that nothing unnecessary is running.

Unlike the old, cramped building, customers can now enter the new facility from two separate entrances. The dog door is situated beneath a gigantic doghouse, and the cat entrance can be found in the back. The cat door leads right into a selection of seven cat rooms displaying the various cats housed at the shelter. The closest rooms, visible from the entrance, house the cats that have had the longest stays, in hopes of ensuring a future adoption. The cats will be kept in open colonies, but the size will decrease compared to the old cat rooms.

In a result, the cats will be less stressed.

All seven cat rooms are sided with one wall of glass, for easy viewing. At the end of the hallway, the kittens wait to be ogled and, of course, taken home.

Each cage in the dog kennel is big enough to hold any breed of dog. This improvement is because of a doggie door connecting two cages that allows staff to open up the space for bigger dogs. The pens have glass walls, which is said to reduce stress on the animal. Plus, the area is air-conditioned and heated, unlike most other kennels, Eppenstein said. To control odors, the Society installed a system that

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(RIGHT) Volunteer Meegan Wilson handles retail responsibilities and the cash register at the new thrift store.

The new thrift store is much bigger than the last, allowing items to be spread out instead of cramped. The profits made from the thrift store go directly to helping the animals living in the Humane Society shelter.

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will change 100 percent of the kennel air in 30 minutes. Fans on each side of the room switch on and circulate the air by pulling it in from one side and sucking it out the other. To save energy, the air conditioning shuts down during this process.

In the puppy room, special grating keeps puppy toes from getting stuck. The room holds nine litters, whereas the old facility could only support two litters.

The puppies held here are those of nursing age. Throughout the kennel, epoxycoated, blue floors are used. These floors do not have any cracks, which prevents germs from finding a hiding place.

In addition, the new facility has sick rooms for animals to be contained safely away from the healthy cats and dogs.

Before now, this has not been possible, putting the rest of the animals at risk of becoming sick. There are also holding rooms, where newcomers are placed for four to seven days. The staff places the animals in the holding pens to ensure that they are not carrying any diseases that could potentially spread to another future pet.

With a new adoption room, staff can perform up to four adoptions at once, without interruption. Next to the adoption room, a classroom welcomes guests to attend obedience training and lectures on proper pet keeping, all courtesy of the Humane Society. Other events and information sessions, such as lectures about non-profits for college students, will be held inside the classroom, as well.

In the new building there is also a room for the staff. Before, an employee break room was unfeasible because of limited space. Now, employees have a place to step away and relax.

“We have kind of an emotional job,” Eppenstein said, explaining the need for such a room.

The organization will provide a hotline for frustrated pet owners. It will be staffed by volunteers who will help owners get through pet crises, such as

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Eppenstein said that statistics show if the animal is in the car and on the way to the shelter to be surrendered, it is too late for the animal and the owner to reconcile. The hotline targets owners before they decide to drop off their pet.

Leaving an animal at a local shelter creates an uncertain future for the animal, even in the case of the Alachua County Humane Society, a no-kill shelter.

The Alachua County Humane Society is 100 percent community supported.

One-third of its annual income comes from profits made at the thrift store, but the rest comes from grant money and donations from the public.

The thrift store sells new pet supplies, such as leashes, collars and flea preventatives. Eppenstein joked that the thrift store is the cheapest clothing store in town, as well as a seller of competitively priced animal products.

Unlike the Alachua County Animal Services, the Humane Society does not receive any tax money from the city.

“The thing that is important for the public to know is that we’ve incurred a huge debt in reaching our goal of wiping out euthanasia by 2015,” he said.

Ninety-nine percent of the animals at the shelter come from Animal Services. In the future, the Humane Society wants to have the ability, and Eppenstein suspects they will, to take in surrendered pets, instead of them facing the uncertain future at the Alachua County Animal Services.

In addition to the animal shelter, the property will also house “No More Homeless Pets,” a low-cost spay and neuter service that will aid people who are unable to afford the procedure at a local veterinarian clinic. Residents in the area are only allowed to bring one pet to the clinic.

Donations are always welcomed, whether sent via the Internet, mail or delivered in person.

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EMOTIONAL EATING œ KENDRA SILER-MARSIGLIO

Healthy Edge Ever heard the expression, “Hell is not wanting to be where you are?”

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According to the American Dietetic Association, emotional eating is a coping mechanism. Instead of eating as a response to hunger, emotional eaters use food to “swallow” anger, sadness, loneliness, anxiety and boredom.

University of Maryland registered dietitian Jane Jakubczak points out that 75 percent of overeating is caused by emotions.

Ever grabbed the TV clicker and a bag of chips after a trying day? Most of us have.

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Emotional eaters use food to “swallow” anger, sadness, loneliness, anxiety and boredom. eating adds pounds and puts you at risk for chronic illnesses.

If you’re pushing emotions away with treats, you can’t effectively deal with them. In the aftermath, you’ve created feelings of shame. Why? Because emotional eating often involves a sense of helplessness, unhealthy food

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The University of Texas Counseling and Mental Health Center suggests that you follow these cues: • When your eating is linked to emotion, you often crave a specific food, such as pizza or ice cream.

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You Just Gotta Laugh In Life and in His Latest Book, Local Author Kal Rosenberg Balances Humor and Adversity

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his is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to actual events or to persons living or dead is completely coincidental.

“The previous sentence is a crock.”

“Damaged Goods,” the latest book by Gainesville-based writer Kal Rosenberg, begins with this prologue from the author. It elicits both laughter and curiosity from the reader, and that is exactly how Rosenberg likes it.

“Some writers can get out of their own skin. I’m not one of them,” Rosenberg said, wearing a baseball cap emblazoned with the word curmudgeon across the front. “I’m marooned in the muck of my experience. I can only write what’s already in my head. But I make sure to warp it to the extent that it’s disguised.”

“Damaged Goods” is a collection of short stories spanning several decades beginning with December 7, 1941.

Released this past December, it has already been nominated for the Florida

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Book Award, with one included story earning a Pushcart Prize nomination.

The stories take place on the streets of the Bronx in New York City, where Rosenberg spent much of his younger years taking refuge from a childhood of abuse and neglect.

In escaping his troubled home life, Rosenberg found wonder and happiness in the city. “In the ‘30s, ‘40s, ‘50s and ‘60s, the streets of big cities were magic,”

you just gotta laugh or we don’t get through it.”

The tales were written by Rosenberg over the course of 15 years and are told from the points of view of a variety of characters — a confused and scared young boy hiding from Emperor Hirohito under his bed, an older man wrestling with modern technology, a mischievous teenage boy sneaking into his high school’s indoor pool after

In 2005 he released his first novel, “Sold As Is,” a metaphor for living with bipolar depression disguised as a story about the used car business.

Rosenberg said. “This experience steered the course of my life.”

While the narratives are laced with incidents of neglect and abuse, the main focus is city life and the humor that can be found amidst tragedy.

“Even the darkest stories are funny,” he said. “In the face of life’s adversity,

hours. The divergent plots find common threads in their depiction of difficulties in life and the characters’ ways of dealing with them.

Rosenberg is a self-described literary late bloomer who studied history at the City College of New York. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa in 1963 when seniortimesmagazine.com

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he was nearly 30 years old, he received a scholarship to the University of Miami’s graduate history program. He returned to school again at 64 years of age, receiving his Masters of Fine Arts from Goddard College in 2001.

In the years between earning his college degrees, Rosenberg has lived a life as varied and colorful as the stories

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in his book. He has taught courses in western civilization, creative writing and English, and has also worked as a bookmaker, cab driver, used car salesman, boiler room telemarketer, consultant and successful entrepreneur.

It was not until later in life that Rosenberg began putting his thoughts on paper.

“I always thought that one day I would write,” he said. “Then I was 50 years old and I thought, ‘How many days are there remaining?’”

During his years of selling used cars, Rosenberg would come home each night and tell his then-wife about the events of the day at work.

“She said, ‘You can’t make this stuff up, you’ve got to write it down!’ She kept needling me, so one day I just sat down and I did it. Which proves that it’s never too late, and that nobody should take no for an answer.”

The results were instantly gratifying, as his first play was a winner of the Hippodrome State Theater’s debut Playwright Festival. More plays followed along with guest columns in several Florida newspapers. In 2005 he released his first novel, “Sold As Is,” a metaphor for living with bipolar depression disguised as a story about the used car business. His poetry and short stories have been published in literary magazines and anthologies such as New Century Voices, Side Show, The Ledge, Wordsmith and others.

Now in his 70s, Rosenberg moved to Gainesville with his third wife, Sandi, in 1992 to enjoy a less congested environment and lifestyle.

He has also embraced the local writing community. He regularly teaches courses on writing for Santa Fe College’s Community Education program, and along with Wendy Thornton he started the Writers Alliance of Gainesville (known as WAG) in November 2008.

“Kal was actually the guiding force behind the Writers Alliance,” Thornton said in a recent telephone interview.

“There wasn’t anything in Gainesville that was comprehensive that writers could get involved with. There were a lot of individual groups and they’re still in existence, but there wasn’t one place for all of the groups to get together.

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involved with a Tampa writers’ group, literary review of poetry, fiction and so he helped us come up with a mission nonfiction by locals as well as writers statement, bylaws and format.” from India, Australia and England.

WAG now includes 70-80 members “The magazine comes out yearly of all ages and persuasions, and meets and includes a literary contest with the fourth Sunday of every month at 2:30 substantial prizes,” Rosenberg said. “The p.m. at the Alachua County Library’s submissions are professional grade.”

Millhopper branch. Membership is Thornton describes Rosenberg as a $36 per year. The alliance features free seminars, as well as nationally known guest speakers such as author Joe Haldeman and poet Lola Haskins. Smaller 2:30pm at the Millhopper Branch Library groups called pods are held 3145 NW 43rd St., Gainesville in which writers show their email wagmail@cox.net for more information work to other writers for peer critique.

“These are all things that people went unique blend of talent and humor who is to other cities to participate in,” said enthusiastic about helping others.

Thornton. “Now we’re all able to bring “Kal’s writing is very humorous but those speakers here because we have an really well crafted,” Thornton said. “He’s organization that’s very viable.” very good at putting together the writing WAG also publishes “Bacopa,” a so that it really resonates with people.

And he’s very good at helping other people with their writing, doing critiques for them. Everybody that I have talked to enjoys his classes very much.”

Rosenberg, however, describes writing as “an ecstatic agony,” calling it a wrenching process, but taking pleasure in seeing the completed work on paper.

He hopes to reach a wide audience with his latest offering, despite — or perhaps because of — the darkness that pervades the material. He believes Seniors who grew up in large cities, as well as those who have battled emotional illness and depression, will find “Damaged Goods” especially interesting and relatable.

“I can only put down on paper what I think is true in my head,” Rosenberg said, “and try and make it accessible to someone who reads it.” §

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RELATIONSHIPS AT SEVENTYSOMETHING œ ELLIS AMBURN

Enjoying Act Three In Acts I and II of my life — my youth and middle years — I thought love and marriage were the whole point of life.

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was wrong and suffered needlessly under the yoke of this delusion.

In Act III, from the throne of seventysomething, I have a chance to get it right. The purpose of life is to love my creator and help others. When I do that, I get everything else I need. Most of all, a happiness I never knew before, except sporadically, in all-too-fleeting romances.

Though I experienced passion, excitement and ecstasy in personal partnerships, such thrills came at a high cost in conflict, drama and abandonment. Love affairs and marriages come and go because people come and go, either through breakups, divorce or death.

In the final analysis I’m left with me, so that’s the relationship I really need to get right. I have to know who I am, and this brings us to the most important relationship of all, the one with God. My peace began the day I connected with my creator; plugging into the power of the universe flooded me with the realization that I am lovable. At last I put down the whip I had flagellated myself with all those painful years when I thought another person could make me happy, always the prelude to disappointment.

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Once I have my relationships to myself and my Higher Power in order, I can take a more relaxed, less agenda-driven approach to life. What I need more than romance — even more than friendship — is a number of acquaintances. When my companion of four years recently moved away to be near her family, something we Seniors often do, I was devastated. In her absence, it has taken me a year, experimenting in various social circles,

used to do when I didn’t love myself, I can go up to them and say, “You look like someone who’d be interesting to have a cup of coffee with.”

I could never do that when I was younger because the minute someone looked at me, I immediately leapfrogged to sex and marriage — and panicked out of fear they’d discover my dark secret: I didn’t love myself and thought there must be something wrong with anyone who did.

Today, in Act III, with regard to relationships, my motives are entirely different. I really don’t expect anything out of you, having discovered that an expectation is the first step to a disappointment. If you want that cup of coffee, I’ll try to decrease myself and increase you. People like to talk about themselves and will do so at the slightest prompting. What a relief for me not to have to try to be interesting any more; you take over that job when I pop a harmless question like, “Have you always lived in North Florida?”

I’ve noticed many of us came here from somewhere else. Sometimes that elicits their whole life story.

I panicked out of fear they’d discover my dark secret: I didn’t love myself and thought there must be something wrong with anyone who did. to fill the hole she left in my life. If I hadn’t put all my eggs in one basket, if I had pursued and nurtured other acquaintances during my time with her when I was so sure I had it made, then her departure wouldn’t have created such a predicament. Never again will I permit anyone’s absence to leave me with an empty life.

I take full responsibility for having over-focused on my best friend. Now, when someone looks at me with interest, say at a bookstore or coffee shop, instead of hiding behind the shelves, which I

Know what? I’m drawing more people to me than ever before, now that I’m putting them first. Connecting with others required that I first clear the channel to my creator. My Higher Power, to whom I’ve surrendered 100 percent, is the true source of any attraction I may possess today. § Involved daily in volunteer community service, Ellis Amburn, a High Springs resident, is the author of biographies of Roy Orbison, Elizabeth Taylor, and others. He can be reached at ellis.amburn@gmail.com.

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AWARENESS

Journey of the Heart The American Heart Association and the Gainesville Heart Ball

By Mary Kypreos

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n today’s world, commercials and advertisements constantly remind us of the human body’s frailty: cancer, blood disease, organ failure. They appear at anytime, affecting all ages, ethnicities and genders.

The American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association is one of many organizations raising disease awareness, but it stands apart because heart disease is the number one killer of Americans and stroke the third.

“When you wear the badge of the nation’s number one killer, you try really hard to get rid of it,” said Jennifer Denault, regional director of the AHA. The real problem lies in the nature of the illness; after all, it was nicknamed the widow-maker with good cause. Unlike other diseases, which may manifest in various ways, heart disease often strikes without warning.

“You may not know you have heart

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disease, and then you find out, but it is too late,” Denault said, adding that the first sign of a problem for most people is often a life-threatening event.

The AHA educates the public about heart disease through programs like Go Red for Women; START Initiative; My Heart. My Life; Jump Rope for Heart and Hoops for Heart; Power to End Stroke; Life’s Simple 7; and My Life Check. Furthermore, the AHA funds critical research for new procedures, drugs — anything that helps.

“It is a truly devastating disease, so we try to talk to people,” she said, adding that heart defects may be present from birth.

The AHA tries to ensure that the public learns “just how impactful it is on everyone’s life,” she said.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT PHOTO BY COLEEN DEGROFF Champagne, dancing, and auctions are some of what visitors to the ball can expect. This year's Heart Ball, dubbed the Journey of the Heart, promises to be a fun and elegant evening, said volunteer Penny Jones.

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION Albert and Alberta, along with Dr. Peter Indelicato and Shannon (last name unknown), pictured at the 2010 Gainesville Heart Ball. “The Heart Ball is an event that is put on every year to raise awareness and funding for the American Heart Association,” said Dr. Jamie Conti, the 2011 Gainesville Heart Ball Chair.

PHOTO BY COLEEN DEGROFF Dr. Kevin and wife Patti Behrns at last year's Gainesville Heart Ball.

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year, advocates, supporters, volunteers, community leaders and philanthropists gather for a night of auctions and dancing in support of the AHA. Penny Jones, a volunteer at the AHA for longer than she can remember, said that this year’s 25th annual Gainesville Heart Ball, dubbed the Journey of the Heart, shall be a fun and elegant evening.

“We like the idea of the Journey of the Heart to talk about the progression of the heart association and the research over the years,” Jones said.

The theme also echoes the life of this

lowing in her father’s footsteps, Jamie specialized in cardiology as well and although the father-daughter pair have different interests within the field, they both have been involved with the AHA for years.

Jamie traces her roots with the AHA back to 1994 when the association awarded her a research grant. She has since participated in committees and scientific meetings.

Professionally, she serves as the current Chief of the Cardiovascular Division at the University of Florida; she and

The event includes silent and live auctions, cocktails, dinner and dancing, year’s honoree, Dr. C. Richard Conti, who devoted his career to cardiology and to educate the public worldwide.

“My father has always been an advocate of developing research and education relationships with other countries,” said Dr. Jamie Conti, Richard’s daughter and the chair of this year’s Heart Ball.

“He has been journeying with information for years.”

Richard served as Chief of the Cardiovascular Division at the University of Florida for about 25 years, she said. Fol-

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her father even have nearby offices.

“I’m so proud of my father. He has devoted his life to cardiology,” she said.

“It’s an honor.”

The Gainesville Heart Ball is not only a platform for acknowledging community members like Richard, but also as a night out, a fundraiser and a venue for raising awareness for the AHA and heart disease, Jones said.

The event includes silent and live auctions, cocktails, dinner and dancing, she said. The ball’s signature sponsor is

The American Heart Association has a health tool, named “My Life Check,” that grades overall health. After answering questions about health factors and lifestyle behaviors, the tool assigns a number between one and ten to show overall cardiovascular health, creates an action plan and generates a report.

the UF & Shands. This year’s “Open Your Heart” appeal will fund the AHA’s learn and live mission, as well as research.

Although the AHA’s main mission involves fundraising events such as the upcoming Gainesville Heart Ball and Heart Walk, Gainesville uniquely benefits from the national organization because of the University of Florida & Shands.

“Historically, UF has received the seventh largest funding from the American Heart Association,” Denault said.

Typically, the local AHA raises between $300,000-$400,000 per year for the national organization, she said.

Gainesville sees a big turn-around in funds since about $1.5 million on average is funneled back into UF. “The mission of the American Heart Association is very important to our community because we have such excellent hospitals in Gainesville,” Jones said.

Turning Research into Action In 1924, six cardiologists representing various groups founded the American Heart Association to share research and promote studies, according to the AHA. Most of the early efforts focused on correcting misinformation, and by 1948 the American Heart Association publicly debuted.

Since 1949, the AHA has grown rapidly, becoming the national and international force it is today.

“The research that the heart association has done and funded has made such a dramatic difference,” Jones said. “It used to be with a heart attack that you couldn’t exercise or do anything that would cause stress.”

However, those with heart disease are no longer put on bed-rest immediately, but lead very active lifestyles, as Jones attests due to a heart attack and bypass surgery she had 13 years ago. It has not kept her from an active lifestyle.

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hope is to reduce death from cardiovascular disease and stroke by 20 percent by 2020, as well as improving cardiovascular health by 20 percent by 2020.

“Our goal is to reduce cardiovascular disease and stroke in Americans,” Denault said, adding that they hope “to build healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease and stroke.

To achieve its goal, the AHA centers its efforts on fundraising that directly translates into research and community outreach and education.

“The heart association does a good job educating the public about the symptoms of heart attack and stroke,” Jamie said. “Whether [the public] has specifically identified the AHA as affecting them, it has affected them in one way or another.”

As with many individuals, families and businesses, the AHA also faces a reduction in donations, forcing it to downsize.

“When an economy slows down, so

does charitable giving,” Denault said, adding that the AHA is doing okay, but she is concerned about new drugs or procedures the AHA misses during these times.

Although it is a tough time financially, Denault said the AHA is a fiscally responsible organization.

The AHA “will cut as much as possible to make sure every penny goes to research,” she said.

For example, the staff took a pay cut for a year and has closed the local offices, allowing them to work from home.

“You have to appreciate an organization that is cost conscious and values every dollar that is given to us,” Denault said. §

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HEART FACTS Forty percent of Americans thought they had ideal heart health. In reality, only 1.8 percent of Americans have an ideal profile.

The American Heart Association developed CPR guidelines in 1966.

They are updated every six years.

Heart disease is the number one killer of Americans.

Unlike past misconceptions, women’s chances of developing heart disease are just as prevalent as men’s, African Americans have the highest chance of stroke, and those diagnosed with heart disease can lead active lives, instead of being limited to bed rest.

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MEDICARE œ SPOTLIGHT

Medicare Part D’s “Doughnut Hole” is Anything but Sweet

By Doug Heinlen, AARP

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edicare recipients who fall into the “doughnut hole” received some welcome news on Jan. 1 when Medicare began providing a 50-percent discount for name-brand prescription drugs for those who will exceed their drug plan’s initial coverage limit in 2011.

The Medicare Part D coverage gap, known as the “doughnut hole,” is the difference between the initial coverage limit of $2,840 per year for prescription drugs and the catastrophic coverage threshold of $4,550.

Once you fall into the “doughnut hole,” your Part D prescription drug coverage, or drug coverage under a Medicare Advantage plan, stops. You’ll pay the full cost of your prescriptions until you reach the “catastrophic” coverage level of $4,550.

But starting this year, the 50 percent discount on namebrand prescription drugs is available for anyone who falls into Medicare Part D’s dreaded doughnut hole or coverage gap. A 7 percent discount is available for generic medications.

The discount will benefit older Floridians who are getting hit hard by prescription drug costs — specifically, those whose total retail prescription costs average $237 per month or less ($2,840 per year). Note that some prescription drug plans offer lower or higher initial overage limits instead of the standard $2,840.

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For older Americans who take several prescription drugs, the doughnut hole has been anything but sweet — it costs them several thousand dollars per year out of pocket. To add insult to injury, Medicare beneficiaries enrolled in Part D prescription drug plans find that they must continue paying Part D plan premiums even after they fall into the doughnut hole.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services estimates that more than a quarter of Part D participants stop following their prescribed regimen of drugs when they hit the doughnut hole.

Under the new national health law, discounts for both name brand and generic drugs will be larger next year and grow steadily until 2020, when the Part D doughnut hole disappears entirely. People who now pay 100 percent of their drug costs in the doughnut hole will instead pay a co-payment or coinsurance fee of no more than 25 percent.

In the meantime, if you are trying to figure out if — and when — you might fall into the Part D coverage gap, you will find AARP’s “doughnut hole” calculator at www.doughnuthole. aarp.org to be a useful tool. AARP’s online calculator tool also can help you figure out how to save on prescription drug costs with lower-cost medications such as generics.

Doug Heinlen, of Sarasota, is AARP’s Florida state president.

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Heart of the Matter Tuesday, February 1, 6pm Presenter: Amanda Andrade Friendship Baptist 426 NW 2nd Street

Basic Estate Planning: Everyone Needs a Simple Plan!

Wednesday, February 2, 10am Presenter: Dr. Brenda Williams Thelma Boltin Center 516 2nd Avenue

Shady Grove Primitive Baptist Church 804 SW 5th Street

Protect Your Knees Wednesday, Feb. 9, Noon Presenter: Magnolia Park Oak Park Apartments 100 NE 8th Avenue

Basic Estate Planning: Everyone Needs a Simple Plan!

Thursday, Feb. 10, Noon Presenter: Dr. Brenda Williams Church of Christ 1034 SE 10th Avenue

Hypertension Sickle Cell Disease Wednesday, February 2, 6pm Presenter: Earnestine Gardner New Beginnings COGBF 2800 NE 59th Street

Thursday, February 10, 1pm Presenter: Dr. Michel Diab Pine Grove Apartments 1901 NE 2nd Street

Protect Your Knees Sickle Cell Disease Tuesday, February 8, 6pm Presenter: Earnestine Gardner

Monday, February 14, Noon Presenter: Magnolia Park Cleather H. Hathcock Center 15818 NW 140th St., Alachua

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Wednesday, Feb. 16, 10am Presenter: Dr. Louis Moy Thelma Boltin Center 516 NE 2nd Avenue

Monday, February 28, Noon Presenter: Dottie Baker Cleather H. Hathcock Center 15818 NW 140th St., Alachua

Coping with Uncopables?

Wednesday, Feb. 16, 6pm Presenter: Dottie Baker Greater Bethel AME 701 SE 43rd Street

Keep it Down: Blood Pressure Wednesday, Feb. 16, 6pm Presenter: University of Florida College of Medicine New Beginnings COGBF 2800 NE 59th Street

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How to Stay Out of the Hospital Thursday, February 3 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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Payne’s Prairie Update Tuesday, February 8 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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Walk the La Chua Trail, Payne’s Prairie State Park

Thursday, Feb. 17, 6pm Presenter: Dr. Brenda Williams Church of God by Faith 735 SE 15th Street

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Cooking for the Heart and Soul

Tuesday, February 15 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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Monday, February 21, 6pm Presenter: Kenitra Robinson Gateway Christian Center 5135 NW 21st Street

Mood: Dictates It All Wednesday, Feb. 23, Noon Presenter: Dottie Baker Oak Park Apartments 100 NE 8th Avenue

A Good Night’s Sleep Wednesday, Feb. 23, 6pm Presenter: Amanda Andrade Pine Grove Apartments 1901 NE 2nd Street

Starting an Exercise Program

The Role of Natural Compounds in Healthy Aging Thursday, February 17 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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Mental Health and Physical Fitness in Late Life Thursday, February 24 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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QUILTERS OF ALACHUA COUNTY DAY GUILD First Thursday 9:30am - Noon GAINESVILLE - Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1521 N. W. 34 St. www.qacdg.org

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GAINESVILLE INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCE Every Friday 8:00pm GAINESVILLE - Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 4225 NW 34th St. Come join our experienced and expanding International Folk dance group in the new year. Suitable for all ages and abilities. No partners needed. Beginners welcome.

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4:00pm - 7:00pm GAINESVILLE - Bo Diddley Community Plaza, 111 E. University Ave. Local farmers, bakers, artisans, musicians and dancers join with our intensely loyal customers in a timeless celebration of this community’s seasonal bounty. www.unionstreetfarmersmkt.com

10:00am - 2:00PM NEWBERRY - Dudley Farm Historic State Park, 18730 W Newberry Road. This event showcases agricultural practices before the tractor and mechanization as highly skilled draft horse and mule teams plow the crop fields in preparation for spring planting. There will be traditional skills

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Every Friday and Saturday 7:00pm GAINESVILLE - Clarion Inn and Conference Center, 7417 W. Newberry Road. A live stand-up comedy show featuring the best of local amateur and professional stand-up comedians. Free admission before 9pm, and $7 for the general public after 9:00pm. 352-332-2224

7:30pm CURTIS M. PHILLIPS CENTER - Enjoy a special evening with the CMA and Grammy Award winning country artist Travis Tritt.

For one night only, sit in with this multi-platinum artist for an intimate, solo performance; just Travis, his powerful voice and guitar. This up close and personal event will bring his award-winning songs to life and leave the audience with a truly memorable experience. 352-392-2787

LIVING HISTORY DAYS Every Saturday 9:00am - 4:30pm GAINESVILLE - Morningside Nature Center.

History comes to life at the little Farm in the Piney Woods of Morningside Nature Center. Join us for Living History Days as park staff interprets day-today life on an 1870s rural Florida farm. Come try a syrup-topped biscuit or cornbread baked in a wood cook stove. 352-334-3326

HAILE HOMESTEAD TOUR Every Saturday 10:00am - 2:00pm GAINESVILLE - Kanapaha Plantation. 8500 SW Archer Road. Tours every Saturday from 10am to 2pm and on Sunday from noon to 4 pm. $5 per person, children under 12 are free. www.hailehomestead.org

BARNYARD BUDDIES Every Wednesday 3:00pm GAINESVILLE - Morningside Nature Center at the Living History Farm. Youngsters with an adult

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AMRIT YOGA WITH VEDA Every Thursday 5:30pm - 6:30pm GAINESVILLE - Downtown Library. 401 E. University Ave, 4th floor. Think you’re not flexible enough? Learn that yoga is not just about postures. We begin with a 15-minute relaxation and then move, with evenness of mind, into skillful action for your body. Experience all the benefits of this guided practice. Appropriate for

demonstrations, wagon rides and music. Come out and take a look at these big, beautiful and powerful creatures and the hard work that we once depended upon them for.

UPTOWN ART HOP Friday, February 4 6:00pm to 9:00pm UPTOWN AT 43RD STREET, GAINESVILLE - Explore the arts and artistic artifacts, from contemporary to antique, at 12 locally-owned boutiques all

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JOIN US ON FEBRUARY 16TH Retired Faculty of the University of Florida presents an informative lecture about the work culture at the Univeristy of Florida

LADY BUG: ACTION HERO! Sat., February 5 2:00pm - 3:00pm GAINESVILLE - Oak Hall Cofrin Theatre, 8009 SW 14 Ave. A Children’s classic. A brave little Lady Bug proves that a hero may be small in size, but is always big in heart.

CHILI COOK-OFF Saturday, February 5 6:00pm to 8:00pm PRIDE COMMUNITY CENTER, GAINESVILLE - Join us to taste the best Chili that Gainesville has to offer. Try them all and then vote for your favorite!

Admission, which is $5-10 (sliding scale), includes a bowl of the “house” chili, chili samples, corn bread, a dessert bar, and water. Cash Bar. Please call 352-377-8915 for more information.

TEXTILES FROM AROUND AFRICA Tues., February 8 - May 8

RFUF is an open group to any former employee of any University

2pm - 4pm Wed., Feb. 16th at the Atrium Did you know that if you have served as a faculty member or administrator for ten years or more at UF or another college and are at least 55 years old, then you qualify for membership in the RFUF? If you are a widow or widower and your former spouse met the criteria above, then you are also eligible for membership.

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GAINESVILLE - Harn Museum of Art. More than 50 objects from around Africa, including high-fashion garments and textiles worn as masquerade costumes will be on display as part of the exhibition Africa Interweave: Textile Diasporas.

On view through May 8, 2011, the exhibition demonstrates the aesthetic power of textiles, which is enhanced by diverse local and regional ideas, materials and techniques. 352-392-9826

INDIGO GIRLS Wednesday, February 9 9:00pm HOLIDAY INN GAINESVILLE - University Center 877-865-6578

MUSEUM NIGHTS: UNDER AFRICAN SKIES Thursday , February 10 6:00pm to 9:00pm HARN MUSEUM OF ART - Join us in Celebrating Black History Month and engage with art from the Harn’s African collection, including the Harn organized exhibition Africa Interweave. Offerings will include art making, drum and dance performances and food. The evening is partially supported by the Center for African Studies in addition to the UF Honors Program and Student Government.

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Horses for Hospice Trail Ride Saturday 2/19/11 8:00am OCALA - Central Florida Greenway at the Florida Horse Park. Hospice of Marion County, Inc. will hold its 11th Annual “Horses for Hospice” Trail Ride.

Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the first ride leaves at 9:15 a.m. Riders travel from as far as Jacksonville and Tampa to spend two hours on the trail. Following the ride, participants can enjoy lunch by Tommy’s BBQ, live entertainment by Bordertown and 50 door prizes will be distributed to participants. Proceeds from this event will benefit Patient Care Programs. The minimum donation to ride is $30. Wagons are welcome; $30 for driver and $10 per passenger. Horse lovers who are unable to ride may purchase a $10 ticket to enjoy lunch and entertainment. Call 352-854-5218 for more information.

SHARE THE CURE 2011 Friday, February 11 7:00pm CURTIS M. PHILLIPS CENTER - Join Keira Grace Foundation for its 6th annual fundraising event, “Share the Cure 2011,” to bring hope, restoration and life to children with cancer in the Dominican Republic. Hosted by WCJB-TV20 anchor, David Snyder, with musical entertainment and a private concert by Chris McCarty. Cocktails and dinner provided by Blue Water Bay’s chef Byron Terwillegar, whose cuisine has been featured on the Travel Channel.

GAINESVILLE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: TCHAIKOVSKY Friday, February 11 7:30pm UNIVERSITY AUDITORIUM, GAINESVILLE - To welcome Cupid’s arrows, come hear the orchestra perform some of the greatest music ever written: the Romeo and Juliet overture and the Symphony No. 4 in f minor, composed by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky. 352-336-5448.

SANTA FE COLLEGE BOOTS ‘N BBQ COOK-OFF Sat., February 12 Noon Bradford County Fairgrounds. Follow the smoke to Florida’s most fun winter weekend! Whet your appetite for Chef Randal White’s noontime food demonstration. This local TV personality is bringing his fast-paced style of food prep and commentary. Fun for the whole family at Boots ‘n BBQ and live entertainment all weekend.

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AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION’S HEART BALL Sat., February 12 6:30pm GAINESVILLE - Hilton University of Florida Conference Center, 1714 SW 34 St. The American Heart Association, with Dr. Jamie Conti, will host the “Journey of the Heart” Heart Ball. Evening to include dining, dancing, entertainment and silent & live auctions. $150 per ticket - Funds raised from this event benefit the American Heart Association mission to build healthier communities free from cardiovascular diseases and stroke by supporting research, education and programs. 800-257-6941

KINGSTON TRIO Saturday, February 12 7:30pm UNIVERSITY AUDITORIUM, GAINESVILLE - UFPA presents Kingston Trio. n 1957 The Kingston Trio emerged from San Francisco’s North Beach club scene to take the country by storm, bringing the rich tradition of American folk music into the mainstream for the first time. During the late 50s & early 60s, the Trio enjoyed unprecedented record sales and worldwide fame, while influencing the musical tastes of a generation.

Reserved Seating: $25-35. Open to the public.

Call 352-392-ARTS (2787) for more information.

VALENTINE’S DAY SWING DANCE Monday , February 14 12:00am to 11:59pm SANTA FE COLLEGE - Dance your way into someone’s heart this Valentine’s Day at the swing dance hosted by Santa Fe’s Big Band. There will be swing dance lessons, finger foods, punch & sweets, all at the single cost of admission. All proceeds will go towards the end-of-the-year tour for the Big Band. More information to come soon!

Sponsored by Gainesville Park and Recreation.

Please call for more information. 352-395-5313.

TREY MCINTYRE PROJECT WITH PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND Monday, February 14 7:30pm CURTIS M. PHILLIPS CENTER - Trey McIntyre and PHJB first collaborated in 2008. After exploring the music scene and clubs of New Orleans, McIntyre selected Preservation Hall Jazz Band (PHJB) to provide the soundtrack for his new work (Ma Maison) and collaborated with PHJB to hand-pick the six song score.

URBAN MEYER SCRAMBLE FOR KIDS Thursday, February 17 8:00am UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA GOLF COURSE - Urban Meyer Scramble for Kids is a hole-in-one for area charities. This two-day event benefits Children’s Home Society of Florida, Boys and Girls Club of Alachua County, and Girls Club of Alachua County. We are very excited this year to again receive the help of former University of Florida Head Football Coach Urban Meyer. For more information on how you can participate please visit www.UrbanMeyerScramble.com.

LONG-TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN COUNCIL MEETING Thurs., February 17 12:30pm - 2:30pm GAINESVILLE - Haven Hospice, 4200 NW 90th Blvd. Made up of local ombudsmen whose goal is to improve the quality of life and care of residents of long-term care facilities including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, adult family care homes and skilled nursing units in area hospitals.

An ombudsman is a specially trained and certified volunteer who has been given authority under federal and state law to identify, investigate and resolve complaints made by, or on behalf of, long-term care facility residents.

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10:00am STARBUCKS TIOGA TOWN CENTER - Gold Coast Greyhound Adoptions is a non-profit all volunteer organization dedicated to finding loving, permanent homes for retired racing greyhounds.

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5:00pm - 7:00pm GAINESVILLE - Thomas Center Main Gallery.

302 NE 6th Ave. Reception celebrating the life of A. Quinn Jones. An exhibition of vintage photographs, artifacts and memorabilia tells the story of Prof. Jones, one of Alachua County’s most revered educators, and the students he inspired during his 36-year career as principal of three African American schools in Gainesville.

Murray Laurie curated the exhibit, with the help of numerous community organizations and individuals, including many Lincoln High School alumnae. The exhibition opened Jan. 15 and will remain on view until March 20. 352-393-8532 www.gvlculturalaffairs.org

UF SCHOOL OF MUSIC WIND SYMPHONY Thursday, February 17 7:30pm UNIVERSITY AUDITORIUM - Wind Symphony with Joseph Alessi, guest trombonist. Dr. David Waybright, conductor. $10 for General Public.

Call the box office at 352-392-2787 for more information.

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HARN MUSEUM FAMILY DAY Saturday, February 19 1:00pm to 4:00pm HARN MUSEUM OF ART - Come explore the exhibition, Africa Interweave: Textile Diasporas, which focuses on African textiles that range from the ordinary to the extraordinary, including items of everyday use, high-fashion garments, textiles worn for masquerade costume and woven material reserved fro sacred ritual contexts. After a family-friendly tour, make your own cardboard loom and yarn weaving to take home!

This program is free and open to the public.

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ART LECTURE BY THOMAS CUMMINS Monday, February 21 6:00pm HARN MUSEUM OF ART - “Gifts Set Before a King: American Images and Things Made for the Spanish Royal Court of the 16th Century” SA+AH Harn Eminent Scholar Chair in Art History presents lecture by Thomas Cummins, Dumbarton Oaks Professor of Pre-Columbian and Colonial Art, Harvard University. Free admission.

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UFPA PRESENTS: TOMMY TUNE IN STEPS IN TIME Thursday, February 24 7:30pm to Midnight CURTIS M. PHILLIPS CENTER - UFPA presents Tommy Tune in Steps In Time, A Broadway Biography in Song & Dance featuring the Manhattan Rhythm Kings. Sponsored by Gainesville Today and Residence Inn on 13th Street. Reserved Seating: $30-60. Open to the public. Call 352-392-ARTS (2787) for more information.

DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY TAMBURITZANS Sat., February 26 2:00pm LEESBURG - Lake-Sumter Community College, Paul P. Williams Auditorium. The longest-running American folk ensemble dedicated to the artistic performance and preservation of Eastern European music, song and dance. Wherever the Tamburitzans perform, the stage becomes a kaleidoscope of sights and sounds, with over 400 costumes and over 20 musical instruments. This show is a carousel of style and color from the first note to the final stomp! 352-365-3506.

Gainesville Shakespeare Festival Friday 2/11/11 1:00p to 2:30pm THOMAS CENTER - “Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears...” Join us for the 4th Annual Shakespeare Festival. Co-sponsored by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs. Contact Sylvia Aslanian at 352-375-6773.

Tioga Winter Fine Art Fair Fri. - Sun. 2/25-2/27/11 Event Times Vary JONESVILLE - Tioga Town Center. West Newberry Rd. at SW 128th St. 85 artists and fine craftsmen, music, food vendors and children’s activities.

LEFT: The booth for UF Ceramic student organization H.O.T. Clay at the 2010 Fair.

PHOTO BY MEAGAN CHANEY

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS Thursday, March 3 7:00pm to Midnight STEPHEN C. O’CONNELL CENTER - The Harlem Globetrotters are an exhibition basketball team that combines athleticism, theater and comedy.

This event is perfect for the whole family. Call 352-392-5500 for more information.

Jazz vocalist: Jane Monheit Sunday 2/27/11 7:30pm

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UNIVERSITY AUDITORIUM, GAINESVILLE - Monheit’s classically trained voice has been compared to that of Ella Fitzgerald, whom she lists as one of her influences. Ticket pricing ranges from $28 - $40.

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The Tempest by William Shakespeare Feb. 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 Set on a remote island, Prospero, the rightful Duke of Milan, plots to restore his daughter Miranda to her rightful place using illusion and skillful manipulation. He conjures up a storm, the eponymous tempest, to lure his usurping brother Antonio and the complicit King Alonso of Naples to the island.

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BOOK REVIEW BY

TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER

Beer is Proof God Loves Us

know about beer is in a full glass, go back to the recliner and think again. As you’ll see in “Beer is Proof God Loves Us” by Charles W. Bamforth, there’s more to beer than meets the lips.

Although the history of beer in the U.K. and America runs deep, beer was first brewed by the Sumerians around 6,000 years ago. If you quaffed a cup of that brew, you’d be pleasantly surprised: it was probably stronger than beers of today.

Commercial beer makers have to stick with a certain percentage of alcohol by law, but that’s not their only concern when brewing. In pursuit of the best beer, hops and yeast must meet exact specifications, the water used will be altered to perfection, even its container is taken into consideration. On top of all that, if a brewing mistake happens to appeal to beer drinkers, brewmasters will learn to add defects into their batches. It’s all about taste.

But you know taste, and you know your beers. Heck, you could be a brewmaster, no problem, right? Maybe — if you went to college for it. You have to be willing to start small, too, and your reputation had better be squeaky-clean: no DUIs and no suspicious weekend recreation.

Pass those requirements, though, and you’ll be a part of something big. Beer drinking was, at least at some points in history, a privilege only for royals. It’s

an internationally growing phenomena (China’s beer industry has exploded in the past few years and the Saudi Arabian market is huge). And beer has changed the way we socialize, not just in modern times but throughout history.

Looking for something ‘lite’ to drink in before the big game? You might find it here — and then again, you might not.

“Beer is Proof God Loves Us” starts out slow as sludge. Author Charles W. Bamforth has been involved in various aspects of the beer industry for over three decades, and the first part of this book is more scholarly than perhaps the

Beer drinking was, at least at some points in history, a privilege only for royals.

BY CHARLES W. BAMFORTH c.2010, Financial Times Press $25.99 / $29.99 Canada 304 pages, includes notes

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here are, as far as you’re concerned, five seasons in a year.

Of course, you’ve got spring and summertime. Fall comes next, then you get winter. And right after that, comes Bowl Season.

You can’t bear to miss a Bowl, and that includes the Super one. Plus, you’ve got a bowl of chips, a bowl of pretzels and a bowl of dip to go along. Most importantly, there’s beer to wash it all down.

But if you think that all you need to

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casual reader will want.

That kind of high-brow information foams up often throughout the book but, thankfully, it’s also accompanied by lively, funny information about your favorite drink: beer is actually nutritious, has health-improving benefits, and it’s great for games other than the Bowl sort.

Overall, my recommendation for this book is divided: if you want something less filling, pass on “Beer is Proof God Loves Us.” If you’re a beer maker or if you’re fascinated by the nitty-gritty of the industry, then you’ll drink this book up. § Terri Schlichenmeyer has been reading since she was 3 years old and she never goes anywhere without a book. She lives with her two dogs and 11,000 books.

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Getting to the Heart of the Matter

WRITTEN BY JANICE C. KAPLAN

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ebruary is the month of love and romance! But the imagery of red hearts everywhere also serves as a reminder to pay attention to your own heart health. According to the American Heart Association, cardiovascular disease (including stroke) is the nation’s #1 leading cause of death. February is “American Heart Month,” and the CardioCare Program at Mederi Caretenders of Gainesville helps cardiac patients live their lives to the fullest.

Caretenders’ CardioCare Program includes services such as comprehensive evaluation and coordination of care, patient and caregiver education regarding signs and symptoms of heart disease, vital sign monitoring, home and environmental safety assessment/ modifications, rehabilitation therapy and medical social services.

“It’s not unlike much of regular home care; we’re just targeting the cardiac component,” said Pamela Morgan, Director of Professional Services for Caretenders. “We’ll make sure our patients understand their medications, the disease process, and the signs and symptoms they need to watch for. We also bring therapists in to develop a home exercise program for our cardiac patients.”

The Caretenders professionals educate clients on healthy lifestyle, diet and nutrition (cardiovascular patients should stick with a diet low in sodium, fat and cholesterol). They also teach them how to keep an eye on their blood pressure and weight, often using telemonitoring technology

to help keep physicians and other practitioners updated on a patient’s vital signs, especially patients with congestive heart failure (CHF).

“Telemonitoring is when we monitor patients’ vital signs and trends from their homes,” said Morgan. Wireless monitoring equipment such as a scale and blood pressure cuff are set up in the home. This technology sends the patient’s vital sign data to a central TeleStation, a device attached to the patient’s phone line or modem, which then transmits the data to a remote location where a nurse monitors the results on a daily basis.

Caretenders, with their mission of senior advocacy, helps seniors take active steps in managing their cardiac condition within the comfort of their own homes. Homecare is also a critical part of helping to reduce unnecessary hospitalizations and provides a vital link to your physician through the plan of care.

So this Valentine’s Day, be sure to pay attention to the heart that matters most – your own!

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