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Specialized Senior Job Search Training Available in Clearwater Time is not a luxury most seniors have. Clearwater’s Senior Citizens Services recognizes the conundrum of many senior job seekers as they struggle with their past identities as meaningful contributors to an energetic workforce and the powerlessness they now feel as being both unemployed or underemployed and lacking today’s necessary tech savvy skills to tackle the job market. That’s why SCS now offers personalized assistance for seniors who are looking for employment and need assistance utilizing computers as part of their job search. The necessity of using and understanding employment web sites is crucial for seniors who are not only thrust into a competitive “thirty something” job market but also required to learn new skills to compete. According to a July 29, 2013 New York Times article by Michael Winerip, “The unemployment rate is lower for people in their 50s and 60s than younger workers, but once they lose a job it takes them a lot longer to find one.” And even with the improvement in the economy, there has been little change since the worst of the recession. The average unemployed 55- to 64-year old who got a job last month had been out of work for more than 11 months, versus 6 months for the average 20- to 24-year-old. Again citing Winerip’s article, “Basically, the older you are, the longer it
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takes,” said Steven Hipple, a Bureau of Labor Statistics economist who provided the data. SCS staff and volunteers are available Monday through Friday between 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 1204 Rogers Street, Clearwater, Florida to assist seniors in better understanding the process of an on-line job search. The use of SCS computers and volunteer assistance is free. No appointment is necessary, but a phone call will assure that volunteers are available to assist our first-time visitors. Seniors and Boomers are encouraged to call us at 727-442-8104. SCS Volunteers See SENIOR JOBS, Page 27 Well, Jay McCorkle is still at it, and his popularity as a singer/entertainer and guitarist has continued to soar. And Jay has been “at it” a long time! Chosen “Most Talented” in his high school year book, he continued his musical interest after graduation. As a senior in high school, he was an original member of a group called The Sparkletones. This was a time when “Rock & Roll was new,” and garage bands were being picked up as potential stars, and The Sparkletones went on to have a couple of hit records, including a song called “Black Slacks” and another called “Penny Loafers.” The band also appeared on “American Bandstand” and “The Ed Sullivan Show,” made an appearance with Elvis Presley, and earned a contract with a major hotel casino in Las Vegas! But alas, Jay was not with them! He had quit the band to go out for the baseball team only months before their sudden jump to “stardom.” But just a year later, as See McCORKLE, Page 21
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Reaching Out to Someone Who Is Grieving
By Carole McLeod, Cert. Bereavement Facilitator, Grief Matters As a family member, friend, neighbor, church member, or someone who has helped professionally, there are many ways to support someone who has lost a loved one. To those who are grieving, their world as they know it has crumbled and they can be affected emotionally, spiritually, physically and socially. The grief can cause them to be hesitant about reaching out for help and assistance. Sometimes they won’t know how to do this or they will feel that no one understands or wants to take time out of their lives to help them. On the other hand, society in general doesn’t know how to treat someone who is grieving. You may be unfamiliar with the grief process and are most likely uncomfortable about what to say or what to do to help your family, co-worker, neighbor or friend. To recognize the needs of a grieving person, it helps to understand the uniqueness in each one’s grief. There are immense differences in the grief process that depend on how a person would grieve: was the death sudden, traumatic, or a long illness? Other unique tendencies would include: the gender of the person who has died, other stresses the griever might have had at the time of death and their own cultural background and spiritual beliefs. Sometimes, when the death has been a long terminal illness, there is also an inclination to think that the caregiver is totally prepared for the death and is fine and ready to get on with their lives. There might be some relief that the person has died and is not suffering any more, but that doesn’t mean they are ready for the death to occur.
that person has a lot of family members, don’t assume they will have everything they need. A visit or telephone call to let them know you are there to assist them will go a long way. • Listen, listen and listen: the grieving person wants and needs to tell their story over and over again. This is one of the ways for them to begin to accept the reality of the death. Even if you have heard it before, listen again. They need to tell it over and over. Talk about memories that you have of their loved one; mention their name, grievers love to hear their loved one’s name and any stories you may have. This also lets them know that you really are listening and want to help as much as you can. • Encourage tears: crying is a natu- ral and important part of the grieving process; let them know that it’s OK for them to cry. They can become easily embarrassed when the tears come, especially in public. Reach out and give them a hug, but don’t hand them the box of tissues. That is a signal that you want them to stop crying. When you ask “how are you doing?” look them straight in the eye, let them know that you really are concerned and want to help in any way you can. Don’t say to them, “Call me if you need anything.” Persons who are bereaved have a difficult time reaching out. You will need to ask them, “What can I do for you?”
Here are a few guidelines to help you decide how to reach out and help: • Acknowledge the death as soon as you learn about it. Just because
Be aware of things you can offer to help with: • They may need transportation for errands. See GRIEVING, Page 21
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Affordable Care... Or Is It?
As we move closer to the full enactment of the Affordable Care Act, a.k.a. Obamacare, many questions loom for healthcare for the under 65-year old. However, the good news is that for Medicare recipients there are mostly positive changes. But I’m concerned about some of the changes to healthcare delivery that should have been common sense long ago. I will give you a few examples. Central line infections: Hospitals for years have been, it seems, allowing patients to be infected quite easily. Not until the federal government stated they were no longer going to pay hospitals for the care of a patient who contracted a central line infection did the rates fall dramatically to nearly non-existent. Is there a reason hospitals did nothing about this until they were told the care of these patients would become their responsibility? Return Trippers: Medicare has also made it clear to hospitals that they no longer intend on paying hospitals for patients that return within 30 days complaining of the same problem that they have already paid for. So, for years our tax dollars have been reimbursing hospitals time and time again for the care of previously treated medical issues and preventable infections. But the most confounding concern is the fact that for-profit insurance companies pay hospitals for the care of a patient when a hospital is to blame for an accident or misstep on their own part. It is said that if hospital mistakes were classified as a disease it would be one of the leading causes of death in America. What is disconcerting is the lack of concern for decades by the federal government, but also the insurance companies for the overall care of patients. Why on earth would both of these entities not ensure that our dollars were being spent wisely and judiciously? Whether our healthcare was being paid for by insurance premiums or our tax dollars, it is time that hospitals act with greater concern for the patients they care for, and for the Feds and insurance companies to demand better for us. It seems that affordable care is something that could be have been achieved a long time ago if the patient was put first.
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Big Kids Can Play at the Zoo Too
Living in Tampa Bay, we are blessed with natural recreation in our gorgeous beaches, rivers, lakes and parks. I moved here from Ohio in 1994 and have never regretted my decision because there is so much to see and do – and I still haven’t done everything. One thing I have done, though, is spend plenty of time at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, a nationally acclaimed zoo I can be proud of – a zoo once again recognized as the top family-friendly zoo in the U.S. by Parents Magazine. No doubt, on a daily basis the zoo is an awesome place for kids, with over 1,500 animals, plenty of educational opportunities and fun activities. But the zoo also holds a lot of amazing cultural festivals and special events throughout the year, like ZooBoo for Halloween (runs from late Sept. – Oct.), complete with some haunted houses that I’ve heard are so terrifying I won’t go in. I stick to the kiddie ones, thank you very much. But still – it’s fun for kids and adults as well. There’s also Wild Wonderland (during December), complete with holiday and winter themed animals, activities, food and events, but my personal favorite comes right in middle of the fall events: Zoofari. The tagline couldn’t be better. “Eat. Drink. Rock.” Well, maybe you could add “Dance” in there too? Zoofari, scheduled for Nov. 2 this year, is the zoo’s oldest fundraiser, created 27 years ago to increase awareness and knowledge of the zoo and raise money for the care and conservation of the animals (90 species at the zoo are currently endangered). I always attend Zoofari as a participant and “eat, drink and rock” my way through the zoo – which is full of restaurants, dessert stands, coffee bars (and other bars) and bands, but every year I take note of all the people involved – the restaurants, the entertainment, the artists, the volunteers and the staff. It’s a colossal effort made by many to create a night of great tastings and fun for the guests, and I’m not surprised it was named “Best Festival or Event” by Tampa Bay Metro Magazine. If you want to experience something really special – a night under the softly lit sidewalks of the zoo filled with great scents, flavors and music – plan on attending this year’s event. Or volunteer. Or become a sponsor. Event information is online at the zoo’s web site, www.lowryparkzoo.org, or you can call 813-9358552, ext. 275 for tickets. One final thought – wear your comfy shoes that night, because you’re certain to want to explore all corners of the event, which spans nearly every part of the zoo grounds. Go once, and you’ll go every year. I guarantee it!
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Health Roundup
We Cannot NOT Communicate By Professor Abné M. Eisenberg
How you look says more about you than what you say. Fifty-five percent of the impact of what people say in ordinary conversation comes from their appearance. Like an iceberg, much of the information we get from the media lies hidden beneath the surface. It could be the pitch of a commentator’s voice, speechspeed, posture, gestures, dress, accent or eye-contact. Any one of these verbal or nonverbal cues could suggest some hidden meaning. Despite an effort to keep certain things about you private, leakage invariably occurs. Psychoanalyst, Sigmund Freud, wrote, “No mortal can keep a secret. If the lips are silent, he chatters with his fingertips; betrayal oozes out of him at every pore.” Body language researchers tell us that we send out micro-expressions,
tiny facial expressions that last only one or two seconds. Even though we are not aware that we display these expressions, they say something about our mood or temperament. For example, expressions such as a frown, grimace, jaw-clench, smile, or eye blink can indicate lying, shyness, insecurity, distrust or disgust. How we see ourselves is often not the way we are seen by others. Something called “self-deception” is not uncommon. There are unattractive people who see themselves as attractive, intelligent people who think they are unintelligent. Self-image can be very deceptive. At no time in history has our privacy been in greater jeopardy. Transparency has permeated every corner of our personal and public life. At traffic lights, in department stores, in banks and at airports, cameras are watching us. There is no place to hide, no escape. Big Brother, of Aldous Huxley’s book, Brave New World, may have finally caught up with us. Think of your reaction to meeting a perfect stranger. What is it about the person that gets your immediate attention? Is it their eyes, the way they are dressed, their posture, their smile? At times, it is simply a gut reaction. The image we see of ourselves in the mirror or of other people in the supermarket, post office or bank should not be perceived as a photograph, but in a context. When a visual image reaches our brain, it is instantly integrated with what psychologists call a Gestalt – the total you. That integration is the image’s context. For years, researchers have tried to determine
what makes some people send out invisible signals of being friendly, trustworthy, compassionate, kind or even sexy. Evidence suggests that this predisposition is linked to our genes. Whatever the mechanism, we should pay more attention to the silent dialogue that advertises who and what we are.
Professor Eisenberg was born in New York City and now lives in Belleair Bluffs. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps in World War II. His career consisted of teaching various aspects of interpersonal communication at four leading universities. His publications include fifteen textbooks on the art of communicating. Send comments to aeisenberg3@tampabay.rr.com.
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Diabetics: Medicare May Foot Most of Your Shoe Bill
By Lauretta M. Fernandez, L.Ped. Congress enacted the Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Bill to provide proper footwear and inserts every year for people with diabetes who qualify under Medicare Part B. This program was designed to help prevent complications such as lower limb ulcers and amputations for individuals who suffer from diabetes. Under this program, each calendar year Medicare will pay 80 percent of the cost of: • One pair of extra depth shoes specifically approved for the diabetic foot. • Three pairs of heat molded, multiple-density inserts specifically made for the diabetic foot. Who qualifies? Those under the care of a physician for Type I or Type II Diabetes and who, in the opinion of their doctor, have one or more of the required conditions specified on the Statement of Certifying Physician Form, are enrolled in Medicare, and have Part B coverage. For these shoes and inserts to be covered by Medicare, the patient’s medical record must contain sufficient documentation about the patient’s medical condition to substantiate the qualifications and medical necessity for these items. To take advantage of this benefit, a person with diabetes must have the M.D. or D.O. caring for the patient’s diabetic condition complete and sign a Statement of Certifying Physician Form and provide a prescription for one pair of extra depth footwear and three pairs of diabetic inserts. It is the responsibility of the ordering physician to determine and document the medical need for all healthcare services and to provide such documentation. The patient then will need to take all documentation to a facility that is board accredited to provide this Medicare benefit. They will fit the patient and provide them with the proper shoes and inserts. This provider also should be able to supply the forms for the or-
dering physician. But remember that this is an annual benefit that expires each December 31. You must take advantage of it before the end of the year or you will lose it for that year. Do not wait until the last minute, as the ordering physician may be too busy to complete the necessary paperwork in time for the patient to be served before year’s end. Remember that Medicare has an annual deductible that has to be met every year. The remaining 20 percent that Medicare does not pay is usually covered by the patient’s secondary insurance or will be an out of pocket expense to the patient. In most cases, the provider can submit the Medicare claim on your behalf so the out of pocket cost to the patient is minimal. If you have a Medicare HMO, however, your benefits under the Therapeutic Shoe Bill may need to be administered and dispensed by an HMO participating provider. Don’t let this important benefit be wasted this year. Act now for the sake of your health and comfort. Lauretta M. Fernandez, L.Ped, is a board certified pedorthist licensed by the state of Florida. She is the owner of Foot Solutions specialty footwear stores in the Largo Mall, at 10500 Ulmerton Road in Largo, and in the Crosswinds Shopping Center, at 2014 66th Street North in St. Petersburg. Ms. Fernandez has been awarded Lifetime Achievement, Best of the Best, Operational Excellence, and other honors by Foot Solutions, the world’s largest and #1 ranked health and wellness franchise dedicated to properly fitting a full line of innovative comfortable shoes, custom arch supports, and foot care accessories for all customer lifestyles. Foot Solutions in Largo Mall is a board accredited provider for the Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Program and can provide all forms needed by certifying physicians. The store is open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., or by appointment; closed Sundays and holidays. Call 727-474-8289 for an appointment or visit www.TampaBayFootSolutions.com for more information.
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Trip to Italy Will Leave You Wanting More By Julie Heidelberg, Editor Last summer, my family spent two weeks in Italy. It was not nearly long enough to see and do all that we wanted to do, but our experience was exceptional and I cannot wait to go back for more Italian hospitality, food, countryside, art and culture. While our stay was brief, we learned a lot. If you get the chance to go, do it! Here are some highlights and observations from each of our stops. As you’ll see, it was quite an adventure.
Sorrento We stayed in a wonderful bed & breakfast called the Magi House, owned by a spectacular host, Mario, who met us personally upon arrival, made us fresh croissants served on the rooftop solarium each morning, and recommended two amazing restaurants for dinner and the absolutely best gelato spot where his friend “Dave” made it himself. The sea was so clear and blue. The streets were lined with markets and small shops displaying their wares
on the sidewalk, and there were lots of tourists around as well. I felt very safe, and even ventured into the streets alone with my two little girls while my husband conducted his business from abroad.
for more great service, fine wine and veal! We did not really shop, if you can believe it!
Tuscany – Our Villa
Rome It was hot. It was ancient. It was overwhelming. It was hot. It was hot. It was hot. Rome in late June is NOT the place to be. But we made the best of it. This was one of the few times where we actually stayed in a hotel, La Griffe, and not a flat or apartment while we traveled. The concierge service was very much appreciated, and the air conditioning was awesome. We hit the highlights – the Vatican, the Sistine Chapel, the Collosium, The Forum ruins, Trevi Fountain. Our food was hit or miss until we found Rinaldi al Quirinale. We sat outside and enjoyed a mouth-watering dinner of several pastas and veal scallopini. It was so amazing that, even with all the other choices in town, we returned there the next night
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W e spent seven days in Tuscany at Villa Sant’Andrea. The old world charm of the villa and nearby Cortona is hard to describe. I felt right at home because I had eleven other family members with me, but at the same time it was so different and unique that I had to keep running a reality check with myself.
birthday – we caught a train from Cortona to Florence. We spent the morning on a tour of the city, culminating in about an hour in the museum where Michaelangelo’s statue of David is on display. It was extremely emotional for me, as this visit was prefaced by seeing many other paintings and statues by Michaelangelo. I couldn’t help but wonder, like a child, how one man could produce so many beautiful and important creations in his lifetime. In addition to touring an ancient fort in Cortona, which was in amazing condition, we traveled through wine country to two different vineyards, including Banfi, a well-known brand in America. We ate dinner in the castle See ITALY, Page 24
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What You Should Know About Breast Cancer & The BRCA Genes (BRCA1 and BRCA2) Hair color, facial features, height and complexion are just a few of the many inherited traits that link one generation to the next. Unfortunately, some family trees also include hereditary genetic mutations that raise the risk for cancer. BRCA1 and BRCA2 are genes that help repair cell damage and prevent uncontrolled cell growth. But changes or mutations to these genes can occur. And should you inherit these mutations from your mother or father, you have a greater than average probability of developing breast cancer in your lifetime. The average woman’s lifetime risk for breast cancer is just 12 percent. In women who have inherited BRCA gene abnormalities, that risk skyrockets to as much as 65 percent for BRCA1 and 45 percent for BRCA2. Determining Your Hereditary Breast Cancer Risk Fortunately, BRCA mutations are relatively rare. And, only a small number of all breast cancers have a hereditary link, just five to ten percent, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI). But it is a serious concern for many families. BRCA-associated breast cancers tend to develop at a younger age and can be more aggressive. The mutation can also raise the risk for other cancers, such as ovarian, fallopian tube and pancreatic cancer, as well as melanoma skin cancer. Individuals who are at high risk for inheriting a BRCA mutation should consider undergoing genetic counseling and testing, says Jennifer Brzosowicz, a master’s-degree-board certified genetic counselor at Moffitt Cancer Center. Who is considered high-risk? Women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer before age 50 are considered at risk for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. So are women with a first-degree relative, such as a mother, daughter, or sister, who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. The risk jumps higher in women who have one first-degree relative and one second-degree relative, for example, a grandmother or aunt, with breast cancer. It increases further for women who have two or more first-degree relatives with breast cancer. In addition, having male breast cancer in the family increases your risk, as does being of Eastern European Ashkenazi Jewish descent or being a native of Norway, Iceland or the Netherlands. It’s not just women who should consider testing, says Brzosowicz. Men with significant risk factors should be tested as well. Men who inherit the
BRCA gene mutations are more prone to breast cancer and prostate cancer. They can also pass this mutation on to their children.
What should you do if test results show that you are BRCA positive? First, it’s important to understand that having a BRCA mutation does not mean you have cancer or will develop cancer in the future. It simply means your risk is greater than the average person. Learning your personal risk will allow you to make more informed decisions about prevention measures. While the American Cancer Society reports that there are no sure ways to prevent breast cancer, there are several options to lower your chances. Which one is best is a very personal decision that should be made between the patient and doctor, says Brzosowicz. The options include: Enhanced screening through clinical breast exams, yearly mammograms and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) may help identify cancer at an early stage and is recommended as young as age 25 for women with BRCA mutations. Chemoprevention therapy is the use of medication in healthy women to lower the chances that they may develop cancer. Risk-reducing surgery, also called prophylactic surgery, involves a bilateral mastectomy where both breasts are removed to dramatically reduce the risk for developing breast cancer. Some women may be eligible for testing using cancer panels, which can analyze more than one gene at a time in order to evaluate the possibility of an inherited risk for breast and ovarian cancer, says Brzosowicz. Moffitt Cancer Center is among centers currently conducting this type of testing, when appropriate. If you would like more information about BRCA mutations and genetic counseling for breast cancer, call 1-888-MOFFITT.
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Grandparents Can Help Raise Grandchildren By Ro Martinez Many single parents struggle to raise a family. They work hard and then must prepare dinner, help with homework, and perform a variety of chores after work. They must be both mom and dad. If the busy parent burns out, the child suffers. Some parents need extra help. A grandparent can assist the single parent with childcare and after-school activities. A babysitter can never care for the child the way a grandparent can. Cathi Lysiak, who cares for her grandson Giovanni (both photographed), understands. “Our daughter is in college, and it is very difficult for her. We will continue to guide her to be a good parent. My husband and I have managed to help raise Gio with the assistance of a great, great aunt who helps when needed, and a great godmother who also helps once in a while. It has taken a good family to do this. We are blessed to have their help.” If you are helping raise a grandchild, consider this important advice from Mary Lou Wagstaff, Family Law Attorney. “A grandparent who is assuming an active role in taking grandchildren to school or doctor’s appointments should get a simple written authorization from one or both parents to confirm their authority to make emergency or regular decisions for their grandchildren on issues where it might have been assumed they had the authority generations ago. Because grandparents have no specific legal rights with regard to their grandchildren in Florida, written permission to authorize medical treatment can also allow for a faster response in the event of an accident or other unanticipated event in their grandchildren’s lives.” Helping raise a grandchild can strengthen family bonds, add purpose to your day, and help keep you active. A well-adjusted, happy child should be the goal of every loving grandparent. Children and grandchildren are a blessing, a gift from God. Cherish them and spend quality time with them. They will love you and enrich your life in ways you never thought possible. Photos By: Angela Mann Photography—727-518-4977 www.modelingatanyagebook.net Makeup By: Ro Martinez—727-410-0081 www.modelingatanyage.net
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TRAMADOL
Pain Reduction vs. Bothersome Side Effects trouble concentrating. Suddenly,
• Insomnia • Seizures of itching all over my body which • Respiratory depression, brea- became unbearable until I took an an- thing difficulties (shortness of tihistamine. I also encountered short- breath) ness of breath, bloating and, worst of • Suicidal thoughts all, a panic attack complete with hot • Low blood pressure on standing, flashes and chills ... a terrible experi- hypertension, irregular heart ence which almost landed me right rhythms If reading the ongoing list of the back in the ER. After such horrible moments, I be- things that this medication may cause gan searching the internet for side ef- during use doesn’t scare you enough, fects of Tramadol and found many then there are also many articles menarticles listing some of the symptoms I tioning that it can be addictive and had already experienced and many that it may cause withdrawal sympmore. In the Mayo Clinic website arti- toms that are just as terrible. cle related to this subject, there were The following are listed as Trama38 common, and 37 less common, side dol withdrawal symptoms: effects listed for Tramadol. • Anxiety, mood swings, irritability Just a few of the most common • Brain zaps (shock-like sensations), side effects that are listed by several tingling medical sources are: • Sweating, chills, goose bumps, • Dizziness, unsteadiness, verti- shivering go, coordination difficulties • Tremors • Nausea, vomiting • Headaches • Abdominal pain, indigestion, • Insomnia, sleeping difficulties, diarrhea nightmares • Constipation • Flu-like symptoms • Sleepiness, drowsiness, fatigue, • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss • Itching, skin rash of appetite • Sweating • Depression • Dry mouth • Hallucinations, unusual thoughts • Anxiety, confusion, nervousness, • Aggressiveness cognitive dysfunction My immediate decision was to • Headache stop the medication and try to either
By Lourdes M. Sáenz, Creative Director one day I started having episodes Recently, I’ve had a tough predicament, balancing the possibility of taking a prescription that will ease my pain due to gallstones, or dealing with the side effects of such medication. After many days of pain and discomfort in the upper abdominal region, then having to be rushed to the ER with acute symptoms, I learned I have gallstones and I received a prescription for Tramadol, to be taken every six hours to ease the pain. Tramadol is one of the most potent analgesics available today to treat moderately severe pain. It works in the brain to change how your body feels and responds to pain. I did not give it much thought. I have previously taken this medication for occasional lower back pain due to pinched nerves, so I started following the doctor’s treatment. But, little did I realize that, when taken as prescribed, and not in the fashion I was used to (one pill a day), I would be hammered with many of the drug’s unwanted side effects. I came home from the ER, groggy from the morphine given to me through an IV, but the dizziness and nausea never went away even after many hours had passed. I would feel light headed when getting up and had
live with the pain until the scheduled surgery, or take something less damaging, like Motrin. It is understandable that some medications lead to some undesirable side effects, but this information should be a warning up front from the prescribing physician and not just fine print on the prescription packaging information that most of us hardly ever pay attention to. The outcome is eye opening and it can be dangerous or even life threatening. In addition to the side effect issues and the withdrawal symptoms associated with sudden discontinuation of Tramadol, there is also the generic drug concern. Some generic forms of the drug do not reduce the pain in patients and may increase the quantity of the side effects, withdrawal symptoms or complications. In conclusion, I have learned through this tough experience of sudden illness that pain is sometimes more tolerable than the results brought on by the remedy prescription. Even after having used Tramadol and not having any issues, I learned that it is a drug that my body doesn’t tolerate in higher doses. Lesson learned, that I must always read the fine print and, for now, and must manage my pain tolerance until my body heals.
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Maintaining Your Garage Door Helps Keep Your Family Safe Is your garage door working properly? If not, you may be sweeping an important problem under the rug. If other home repair projects seem more pressing, consider this: a broken or weak garage door can welcome crime, as many home robberies occur either in the garage or through the garage. “A well-maintained garage door can help reinforce your family’s safety and security,” says Chris Terrill, CEO of HomeAdvisor, a leading website offering resources for home repair and improvement projects. “Minor fixes on your garage door now can go a long way in the future.” With this in mind, HomeAdvisor is offering repair solutions to common garage door problems: • The garage door won’t open or close: If you have an electric opener, check your keypad first and find out if your opener is functioning. You might need to have the opener reprogrammed. •
The garage door sticks when opening or closing: It’s likely that the metal rollers and hinges need lubricating. The tracks may also be dirty, clogged or out of alignment.
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The garage door opens on its own: If a garage door opens entirely on its own, the extension springs are too strong and should be replaced with lighter ones.
Many garage door issues will require the effort of a professional. So if you’re looking for a contractor to make repairs or replace your garage door, do your research. By reading pro reviews on a site like HomeAdvisor, you can find a reputable service professional from a network of 85,000 background-checked service professionals to do your garage repair, as well as other home repairs and improvements. Remove the guesswork out of the project and research garage door repair costs prior to hiring a professional.
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Whether you are motivated to help the planet or simply want to slash home energy and water bills, there are easy steps to reduce your home’s carbon footprint. “Today, more than ever, we see the environmental impact we have on our communities by the choices we make daily -- from the food we eat to the way we run our homes. While it’s easy to pretend these choices don’t matter, it’s even easier to take steps to live more sustainably and feel good about it,” says Brett Beitzel, a brand manager at Amana, a household appliances manufacturer focused on encouraging consumers to reduce their carbon footprints. There are several places in your home where you can take small steps toward a smaller carbon footprint.
The Kitchen Become more aware of what you put in your shopping basket. Include more locally and organically grown and raised produce and meat in your diet. Avoid overly-packaged products and eat sustainablycaught or farmed fish. These choices are often healthier, too. You can also make a substantial impact by replacing your old refrigerator with a newer, energy-saving model. Compared to pre-2000 models, newer refrigerators can use up to 41 percent less energy. As one of the few appliances that run constantly, that means a lot of energy and cost savings. Luckily, environmentally conscious home appliance manufacturers are going above the Department of Energy’s current usage guidelines by making energy efficiency a priority with newer models. You can also find efficient dishwashers that save water and energy. But even with a newer model, you’ll want to be sure you’re only running the machine when full. For maximum savings, look for ENERGY STAR qualified models on all appliances.
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account for a 10 percent increase on fuel costs. Check tire pressure regularly to ensure optimum performance. And tune up your bike so you can use it more often! Unfortunately, the garage is also where many send their old refrigerators to store extra soda. Research shows that 10 million “second” refrigerators cost consumers an average of $1.62 billion yearly in energy costs. For a cool move, make all your refrigerators energy efficient.
The Laundry Room The way you launder your clothes can impact local waterways. Look for ecofriendly detergents and opt for the concentrated form to reduce plastic consumption. Wash clothes in cold water whenever possible and don’t leave them in the dryer longer than necessary. Consider replacing your washer and dryer with newer energy-saving models. Not only may this qualify you for rebates from state or local utility companies, your water savings and energy savings will add up. Front load washing machines are great choices, as conventional top-load washing machines built before 2004 use 81 percent more energy and 77 percent more water than some newer models. You can learn more about how to save energy and money by using eco-friendly appliances at www.Amana.com. It’s your planet and you have the power to treat it well, starting at home.
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Safe Driving at Night Driving at night makes some people nervous – and with good reason. There are far fewer drivers on the road at night than during the day, but about half of traffic fatalities happen after dark, according to the U.S. Federal Highway Administration. Fortunately, there are things you can do to make night driving safer.
Prep Your Car for Night Driving Keep it clean. Make sure your windows, headlights, tail lights and signal lights are clean so they are easier for other drivers to see. Switch your rearview mirror to the night setting. Flipping the small lever at the bottom of your mirror changes the angle of its reflective surface. You’ll still see the lights from the cars behind you, but they will be less bright in your eyes. Make sure your headlights are aimed properly. If your headlights are misaligned, it can make it harder for you to see, and it can disturb other drivers on the road. Check your headlights at least once a year. According to SYLVANIA Automotive Lighting, headlights can dim up to 20 percent over time. A recent survey commissioned by the brand revealed that 55 percent of drivers have never changed their headlights or don’t know the last time they were changed. Here’s how to check your headlights:
Always change headlight bulbs in pairs. If you only change one, the new one will likely be brighter than the old one, causing an uneven field of illumination. If the lenses on a vehicle’s headlights are cloudy or hazy, replacing the bulbs may not be enough. Consider a headlight restoration kit, which restores headlights to like-new condition and performance light output.
Practice Safe Night Driving
Don’t get caught in the glare. If light from oncoming vehicles shines directly into your eyes, • Park on a level surface facing five feet from a look down and to the right. Look building wall or your garage door, then turn toward the white line on the side on your headlights. of the road – this lets you see • If the circles of light are bright and white, cars around you with your pe they are in good working condition. ripheral vision, but cuts down • If they are yellow and dim, the bulbs should be on the glare. replaced. Use your lights appropriately. When following other vehicles, If you do need to change headlights, consider up- use your low beams so you don’t disturb the other grading to a premium bulb, such as SilverStar UL- drivers. TRA bulbs by SYLVANIA. They provide up to 40 Increase the distance between you and the cars percent increased down road visibility, up to 50 per- ahead of you. It’s harder to judge the speed of other cent increased side road visibility, and up to 50 per- vehicles at night, so you need to give yourself plenty cent brighter light, compared with worn standard of room to stop safely. halogen headlights. Combining these safety practices will increase
the probability of a safe trip for you and your family while driving at night.
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Senior Happenings prizes! Fun for the whole family! 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The German American Society of Central Florida is loAll Proceeds benefit the American Heart Association. cated at 381 Orange Ln., Casselberry, FL 32707. For inAdmission is FREE! formation (407) 834-0574 or http://www.gasocf.com. SYKES is located at 333 N Lake Parker Ave., Lakeland, The African Violet Society Meeting Fl 33810. Brick-or-Treat
Legoland October 5 - 6 (Repeats on weekends in October)
Gary Wright
Largo Cultural Center October 4 Mr. Wright is best known for his 1976 hit singles “Dream Weaver” and “Love is Alive” that topped the Billboard charts and sold over 3 million copies combined. “Dream Weaver” has been featured in many movies including “Wayne’s World” featured film, “The People vs. Larry Flynt” and “Toy Story 3.” Wright has had continued success on the Billboard charts and continued to produce records through the decades. You may have seen him recently in 2008 and 2010 touring with Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band. 8:00 p.m. Tickets $34.50 - $44.50. The Largo Community Center is located at 400 Alt Keene Rd Largo, FL 33771. For more information (727) 518-3131.
Legoland Florida celebrates Halloween every Saturday & Sunday in October with safe and family-friendly festivities. This spooky, kooky event features a Haunted Scavenger Hunt in Miniland USA, trick-or-treating along the brick-or-treat trail, LEGO build activities, the largest LEGO Jack-O-Lantern in the world, Halloween entertainment and an all-kids costume with brick-tastic prizes! Legoland is located at 1 Legoland Way, Winter Haven, FL 33884. For more information (877) 350-5346 or www. florida.legoland.com. Oktoberfest 2013
German American Society of Central Florida October 5 and 26
Are you an Oktoberfest aficionado? If you know the words to “Ein Prosit, Ein Prosit, der Gemutlichkeit...” then you probably are. So for all you devotees to Oompapa bands, german beer, Bavarian food, lively crowds and chicken dancing — this is the best fest in town. If you are looking for authenticity, we have it. Join us in our BierSYKES Lakeland 1st Annual Fall Market & Craft Fair garten where you will find fabulous German food, SYKES Warsteiner Beer on tap, singing, dancing and great enterOctober 5 tainment. Starting at 10:00 a.m. $5 entrance donation, Join the fun! Vendors, bake sale, concession and door kids under 12 enter free.
Cypress Palms October 7
The African Violet Society of Pinellas will have its next meeting on Monday October 7 at 7:00 p.m. Guests are welcome, free parking, raffle and refreshments. The program will be about “Sinningia - Another Violet Cousin.” If you have a plant that you see something unusual or different, maybe good, maybe bad, or maybe just aren’t sure, bring it to the meeting for Show & Tell. For more info call (727) 585-5170. Cypress Palms is located at 400 Lake Ave., Largo, FL. Fall Festival & Pumpkin Patch Fundraiser
HorsePower for Kids October 05 - 27 (on weekends) The farm offers an ideal country setting to provide people of all ages in the Tampa Bay Area the opportunity to experience life on a farm. You can enjoy petting, feeding, and grooming a variety of animals. Some of animals include: pygmy goats, potbelly pigs, bunnies, miniature horses, rams, and African tortoise, just to name a few of the farm animals. Children can enjoy pony rides, hayrides, farm animals, music, games, face painting and more, all included in the admission price of $10. 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily. Pumpkin purchase is not included with the cost of admission. HorsePower for Kids is located at 8005 S. Racetrack Road, Tampa, FL. For more information (813) 855-8992 or 4dreams@horsepowerforkids.com.
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Senior Happenings Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is located at 600 N. third place for all age categories receive medals. ParkingAshley Dr., Tampa, FL 33602. For information (813) 274- 6:30 a.m.; 5K starts at 8:00 a.m.; Game Kickoff - 1:00 p.m. Florida Aquarium Raymond James Stadium is located at 4201 N Dale 8677. October 11 Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL 33607. For more information eBrews by the Bay 2013 will return to the Florida Fox Squirrel Corn Maze mail treasurechests5k@buccaneers.nfl.com or www.bucAquarium for a night of unlimited fun. Kicking off at caneers.com. Single R Ranch 8:00 p.m. Brews by the Bay will feature some truly great October 12 - November 3 (Weekends only) Ambrosia craft beers from Tampa and beyond ready for the sam2nd Annual Fox Squirrel Corn Maze. Fun for the enpling. Explore all the Aquarium’s beautiful sea life while Largo Cultural Center sipping on a variety of beers and enjoying tasty fare from tire family, try to “Out Fox Our Squirrely Maze,” enjoy a October 13 a handful of great Tampa restaurants on hand. There will hayride, pumpkins, games, food, arts and crafts, pony Enjoy this concert by Ambrosia with special guest be over 85 unique craft beers will be on hand for attend- rides, petting zoo, butterfly experience, duck races, corn Twinkle (aka Schascle) and Rock Soul Radio. This 5-time box for the little ones and more. Remember that you will ees to sample, live music, and more. Admission to Brews be on a farm, so dress appropriately for the best experi- Grammy nominated band formed in southern California by the Bay is limited to adults 21 years of age and older. in 1970 and had five Top 40 hit singles including “Biggest The FL Aquarium is located at 701 Channelside Drive, ence, tennis shoes or walking shoes are best. This is an Part of Me,” “How Much I Feel,” Tampa, FL 33602. For more information (813) 273-4000. outdoor activity, please bring sunscreen and a hat if “You’re the Only Woman,” “Holdin’ on to Yesterday” and needed. Only assistance pets allowed. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 “Life Beyond L.A.” They continue to tour with many of Oktoberfest Tampa 2013 p.m. Price $9 - $10. their original members even after 43 years and continue Single R Ranch is located at 3002 Charlie Taylor Rd., Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park Plant City, FL 33565 or futchentertainment@comcast.net. to pack venues around the world to old and new fans October 11 - 13 alike. Special guest Twinkle and her band will open the Herzlichen Wilkommen! For 3 full days, Tampa’s Tampa Bay Buccaneers Treasure Chest 5K show. Her music video “Can’t Get Love With Money” was downtown Curtis Hixon Park will be transformed into featured on VH1 when she was a guest VJ on the Top 21 Raymond James Stadium the city’s largest, waterfront beer garden. Soak in the countdown. 7:00 p.m. Tickets $29.50 - $39.50. October 13 sprawling skyline views and beautiful sunsets, as the The Largo Community Center is located at 400 Alt October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we park buzzes with traditional schuplatt dancing, Alphorn Keene Rd Largo, FL 33771. For more information (727) performances and keg tappings. Oct. 11: 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 are excited to announce the first-ever Tampa Bay Bucca- 518-3131. p.m. Oct. 12: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. Oct. 13: 11:00 a.m. - neers Treasure Chests 5K at Raymond James Stadium before the Philadelphia Eagles vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers 6:00 p.m. Clearwater Jazz Holiday Just like last year, entrance to the event is free for men game on October 13. Be one of the first to register for the Coachman Park & women of the Armed Forces. Just show your military Id Treasure Chests 5K! The first 500 registrants will be inOctober 17 - 20 at the entry gate. (Active or Retired). Price General Ad- vited onto the field for a special halftime experience. Cost What started as a 10-day series of jazz concerts has mission –1 Day $10 | GA Weekend Pass – $25 VIP-1Day – of registration includes: ticket to the Philadelphia Eagles evolved into a major international jazz festival and draw vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers game, treasure Chests 5K ath$65 | VIP-Weekend $100. for tens of thousands of visitors. Now in its 34th year, the For your Oktoberfest Survival Guide, Tickets and more letic “wicking” gender-specific t-shirt, chipped race bib Clearwater Jazz Holiday is a world-class gathering of the info, please visit our website: http://OktoberfestTampa.com. and donation to breast cancer research. First, second and Continues on Page 17 Brews by the Bay
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Senior Happenings some of the greatest talents and greatest fans of jazz. 40,000 attendees expected. Starts at 10:00 a.m. Coachman Park is located at 301 Drew St., Clearwater, FL 33755. For more information (727) 562-4800. Boktoberfest Plant Sale
Bok Tower Gardens October 19 Enjoy live entertainment, German food, craft beers, tree climbing and children’s activities. Free gate admission is included. Tom MacCubbin, Florida’s foremost expert on lawn and garden issues, will host educational workshops along with other gardening experts. Alpine Express’ four-member lederhosen ensemble will perform along with the 60-bell Singing Tower carillon, Juggles the Clown and more. Plant sale. 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Free. Bok Tower Gardens is located at 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales, FL 33859. For information (863) 676-1408 or www. boktoberfest.com. Polk State College Annual FallFest
Polk State College October 19 The 27th Annual Polk State College Fallfest will be Saturday, October 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Many visitors have their particular favorite Fallfest events or discover new ones. And, Fallfest wouldn’t be Fallfest without the hundreds of handmade crafts on display. The craft show is the foundation of Fallfest. The fall event has grown considerably in its 27 years. From popular crafts to other exciting events, thousands enjoy the festival each year. Kids Zone complete with LaSertoma’s Pumpkin Patch, featuring magic shows and balloon art by Luis Campanería and face painting. Haunted House. Food and live entertainment. Fallfest is a fundraiser with proceeds goind to various student organizations and the Polk State College Foundation. 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Keel & Curley Biertober Festival
Keel and Curley Winery October 19 Join Plant City’s Keel & Curley winery as they premier the new Two Henrys Brewing Company at this fun beer fest featuring a cornhole tournament, live entertainment and more. The Keel & Curley Biertober Festival will take place on Saturday, October 19 from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. There will be five different varieties of beer on hand as well as a number of home brewing clubs with delicious beer available. In addition, there will be live entertainment, a corn hole tournament and more. The Keel and Curley Winery is located at 5210 W. Thonotosassa Road, Plant City, FL 33565. For more information (813) 752-9100. Transforming Tragedy: Finding Growth Following Life’s Traumas
Ctr. for Advd. Medical Learning and Simulation October 20 Transforming Tragedy: Finding Growth Following Life’s Traumas supports a comprehensive national initiative to include education about issues specific to veteran’s health and advances in research into the nursing curriculum to better prepare nurses to care for military veterans and their families. Please visit http://cme.hsc.usf.edu/ joiningforces/ to register. For more nnformation please contact (813) 224-7860 or CPDSupport@health.usf.edu. 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. The Center for Advanced Medical Learning Simulation is located at 124 South Franklin Street, Tampa, FL 33602. Naturally Creepy Trick or Treating
Bok Tower Gardens October 25
Bok Tower Gardens’ After-Hours Trick-or-Treating for Kids. Creepy crawlies, spider webs and sneaky plants come alive at night during an evening of safe trick-or-treating. Bring your treat bag and explore the Gardens after-dark to find candy stations hidden along the torch-lit pathways. Open to kids of all ages as a safe and not-so-scary Halloween alternative. Bug repellent and flash light suggested. The Blue Palmetto Café will remain open until 9:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Cost $1 with costume, $10 without costume. Bok Tower Gardens is located at 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales, FL 33853. For more information (863)676-1408 or www.boktowergardens.org. Monster Planes USA
Lakeland Linder Regional Airport October 26 A unique and fascinating event for giant scale RC Aircraft weighing up to 125 pounds. Monster Planes are radio controlled aircraft giants at their best. Food and hobby merchants will be onsite. Cost: $10.00 for General Admission. Kids 12 and under are free. Parking is free. Lakeland Linder Regional Airport is located at 3900 Don Emerson Drive, Lakeland, FL 33811. For information (863) 607-6611 or www.franktiano.com. Cooters 20th Annual Crab Festival
Cooters Raw Bar & Restaurant October 24 - 27 Cooters Restaurant & Bar will host their 20th Annual Crab Festival, and all are invited to attend! The four-day big tent party will kick off at 5:00 p.m. Thursday and will run throughout the weekend. Cooters’ special Crab Fest menu will feature fresh Florida Stone Crab, King crab, Snow crab and Dungeness crab all at special reduced prices, live music under the big tent, and drink specials. No cover charge. Just half block from Jolly Trolly stops at the Hilton and the marina. Cooters Raw Bar and Restaurant is located at 423 Poinsettia Ave., Clearwater, FL 33767. For information (727) 462-2668.
and enjoy this successful event. Festival highlights include authentic hispanic food, live music: salsa, merengue, folklore, parade of flags, arts & crafts, games and much more. 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Free. Lake Mirror is located at 121 South Lake Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33801. For more information (863)6445362 or www.hispaniccluboflakeland.com. Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Lakeland November 2 Non-profit Walk. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, this inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to reclaim the future for millions. 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Free. Walk location is 175 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland, Florida 33801. For more information (727)259-2317 or act.alz.org/lakeland.
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PROACTIVE END OF LIFE PLANNING, Part 2 By Jon Lynn During the past month, my wife and I have been dealing with the downward spiral of her 85-year-old mother. Watching her quality of life decrease on a daily basis has to be the most emotionally difficult and draining experience of our lives to date. When my mother died unexpectedly of a sudden heart attack, the shock was immediate and devastating to us, but, in retrospect, not as much as this has been. I find solace in knowing that my mother did not experience the suffering that my mother-in-law endured. In fact, I learned that my mother was speaking to a close friend about her 2-year-old granddaughters and the fact that we were building a room addition for her to move in with us when she had the heart attack. I took comfort in that, as she was obviously happy with her life when she died. My mother-in-law’s last days were not as fortunate. Despite the great support from Hospice and their staff, we had to observe her steady decline on a daily basis. Visits from family were greatly appreciated; however, as she slept most of the day, her interaction was limited.
For five days we had a home health care nurse with her from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily from Monday through Friday. Sadly, on her last day, she was in pain but couldn’t tell us where she hurt. The Hospice nurse visited but couldn’t help identify the cause of the pain. Finally at 2:30 a.m. Sunday, EMS was called and transported her to the St. Joseph’s North Hospital E.R. Having a DNR Order on hand, the E.R. doctor asked us what our wishes were. She was not conscious but her daughter had spoken with her and knew that she did not want to be kept alive by machines just to run additional tests. As her designated health care surrogate, my wife requested that her mother be made comfortable and allowed to pass peacefully. As difficult as that decision was for my wife, her love for her mother and her wishes prevailed. A little over an hour later, her mother died peacefully. Now, we are adjusting to the “new normal” of our lives. Admittedly, there has been relief that our ordeal is over. The funeral was conducted and it was obvious that she was greatly loved by both family and friends who will miss her greatly. The Garden of Memories staff explained our options and worked with us to make it truly a celebration of
her life. A video was created from old family photographs that played throughout the service, bringing back many memories of the joyous times in her life. During the service, several of her favorite hymns were played, sung by her favorite country singer. It was a service she always wanted. Afterward, during our open house, many friend and family stories brought back happy memories and quite a few smiles and happy thoughts. Old family photo albums documented her life from that of a young girl to a loving mother and grandmother. Pictures of her sib-
lings, daughter and granddaughter’s birthdays and weddings emphasized her loving spirit. Older photos of her and her husband’s activities at parties, at home with friends and even fishing trips showed her as the devoted wife she was. Her daughter and I have begun addressing the legal issues of the will and property concerns that must be completed. Thankfully she was proactive in completing these prior to her death and informing us of all that had been done and where all of the necessary paperwork was located. Again, a final act of love to us, her family.
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No, I’m not talking about hurricanes. Instead I’m talking about the life decisions we have to make at some point in our lifetimes. I’m going to get serious. I know for those of you used to seeing or reading (let’s hope!) my articles, I try to keep them light. This topic, however, is not one of those conversations I can make light of. So, in saying that, I will ask again: ARE YOU PREPARED? I’m talking to and directing this to families, POAs, Health Care Surrogates and health care professionals -- the people designated to make end of life decisions for another person. So often, we accept responsibility without realizing the emotional and mental stress it can have on us as we try to uphold the living will and not pull the proverbial plug on someone’s life prematurely. I’m sorry if I offend anyone with the term so often used in removing someone from a ventilator or other extra ordinary means of life support. I often wonder if that term came to be because we couldn’t say it out loud ...STOP, end the person’s life. I recently had to make these decisions and it wasn’t the first time. Let me tell you, it is never easy. Have you accepted the position of POA or Health Care Surrogate for someone? If so, be sure you are prepared and understand the importance of your role in that person’s life. Be sure you understand you may have others questioning your decisions. When you make decisions based on an individual’s living will, with the collaboration of the physicians involved, and then with all your values in place, you will make the best decision for that person. Yes, it will be emotional and that’s alright because it is an important decision and never should be considered easy. Just remember, you have a health care team behind you. Ask a lot of questions. Know that you have a right to review all of the medical records and test results. If it’s appropriate for you, pray. And in the end, whatever decision that you make will be the right one. If you have an opinion, concern, or comment on this topic, Let’s talk! Provided by Ruth LHRM, Owner, Care Health Agency, Inc. Management, Inc. mentHH.com.
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BEHIND THE WHEEL
IRATE Over the New “Interstates” By Jean Mlincek I know that many seniors avoid the interstate because of its race-car speeds, but I love it. In fact, I sometimes feel safer on the interstate than most roads and streets posted at 35 or 45 mph, or even most school zones. Why? Because the interstate, especially at rush hour, has b u mp e r - t o - b u mp e r traffic, and the flow is about 8 mph. Plus, as a close friend constantly reminds me, there’s a designated lane for Mr. Magoo-type drivers. (Moi?) Sadly, I can’t think of the last time I experienced feeling safe while driving the posted speed limit for most local roads because, in truth, our streets, school zones, and even parking lots have become the new “interstates.” In fact, I’m about to purchase a statue of Saint Christopher for my dash, and I’m not even Catholic. I mean, I need SOMEONE watching out for me on non-interstate asphalt. Think I’m kidding? Let me start with school zones, where flashing lights or orange cones signal “Slow Down!” Still, there’s always at least one Andretti wanna-be who zips in and out of 12 other cars that are going the mandated 15 mph and who then guns it past the “End School Zone” sign as if it’s the finish line of the Indy 500. How could you not know to pump the brakes with 12 other cars keeping pace with an elderly lady walking her overweight dachshund on the sidewalk, or notice the “Your Speed” sign flashing in 18-inch numbers on the radar speed display sitting curbside for all the world--and you--to see? Next, let’s look at mall parking lots. I suffered wind burn the other day when I stepped off the curb by Marshall’s to go to my car, thanks to some idiot whizzing past me at 45 mph. A couple of times, I’ve almost become a hood ornament! I believe crosswalks have become the new cross-hairs for these bulletspeed drivers. Even in the parking lot at my apartment, some tenants barrel into their parking spots so fast that one of these days they are going to jump the cement hump at the end of their space or, worse, the hedge, and find themselves in another tenant’s living room. Ever look out the window to see whose car stereo is blasting, only to find an empty space? The only reason you know someone pulled in and out of the parking lot is the fact that the apartment building is still shaking from the reverberation of their music. Face it; most people love to speed. That’s
why we really shouldn’t fault Gov. Rick Scott for not bringing speed rail to Florida. Some areas, like downtown St. Petersburg, already have high- speed rail, or a close second. Notice that I said downtown. Congested downtown. Forget the fact that 30 mph is the average proper speed for city streets. Thanks to our synchronized lights through downtown St. Petersburg, we now have our very own, albeit short, expanse of speed rail. And woe to the driver who is looking for a business address, or who wants to gaze at storefronts, or who hopes to catch the hotdog vendor at the corner of 1st and Central (on a red light, of course). Now, with our synchronized traffic lights, it’s not just the Energizer Bunny who keeps “going and going and going.” Look out, look out, look out if you are not doing 55 mph! Oh, yes, let’s not forget the perennial tailgater. I will never understand why people pay to go to the Monster Truck events. You can get the same thrill --up close and personal -just by driving the posted speed ANYWHERE. It will be a matter of seconds before you will see a huge SUV or big-cab truck pushing your bumper at 65 mph, ready to roll its wheels up onto your trunk and over the roof of your car. I don’t think John Denver was trying to be prophetic when he sang, “Country roads, take me home,” do you? And who slows down for construction zones/road work anymore? I remember when they used to post a flag man at the beginning and end of the construction stretch. Now they put up cement barriers. That’s a mistake. The “wall” apparently imitates a speedway for the race enthusiast, and you know the rest of the story. Hello! The fine is supposed to be doubled in construction zones, not your speed, turkeys! Forgive me, Michael Landon, but I pray there is no “highway to heaven.” Jean Mlincek is a freelance writer who resides in St. Petersburg, Fla
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From McCORKLE Page 1 a freshman at Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC, Jay formed another band, The Five Counts, and won a statewide competition in South Carolina resulting in a contract with the U.S. Military and USO to travel around the world entertaining our military troops.
This gave him a broad variety of entertainment experiences and, a “shot” at
a recording contract with Roulette Records. The record producers worked with Jay for a while before deciding that they “didn’t need another Bobby Darin.”
Over the years, Jay spent some time teaching his younger brothers how to
play the guitar, and he believes they got to be better musicians than him. George McCorkle, Jay’s youngest brother, was songwriter and guitarist for the Marshall Tucker Band, a successful southern rock group, and he wrote one of their hit songs, “Fire on the Mountain.”
“Our residents here absolutely love you Jay, and they know their music! They have occasionally left the room when other entertainers are here, but now some are asking if we can have you sing and play every week!” — An assisted living facility owner
For years, Jay and his bands performed at central Florida hotels and loung-
es, and have been opening acts for celebrity performers like Mel Tillis, Barbara Mandrel, Rob Ryman, The Fiddler and Michael Landon (Little Joe Cartwright from The TV Series “Bonanza”).
The variety of music Jay has played certainly prepared him for his present
activities entertaining at senior living facilities throughout the Tampa Bay area, and he knows how to select the music and songs that bring joy, fun and laughter to the residents. He is a “one man band,” but you’ll think he’s an entire orchestra!
Jay recently recorded two of his original songs: “Broken Dreams” and
“Imaginary Movie,” and they are available on the web sites CDBaby.com, Amazon.com and itunes.com.
It is quite likely, if you’re in the senior community around Tampa Bay, that
you’ll be seeing and hearing Jay McCorkle playing timeless tunes, standards, oldies, classics, and the hit songs of yester-year.
If you’d like to learn more about Jay and his availability, you can contact
him directly at 813-810-3070, or email jaymac1040@yahoo.com.
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From GRIEVING Page 3 • Offer to clean the house to get ready for the relatives coming from out of town or let them know you have a spare room if they need it. • Volunteer to grocery shop. • Take care of children. • House sit. • Take messages and or keep record of flowers given and food brought in. Communication — Comments to Avoid: • Do not say “I know how you feel.” No one knows how another feels. • Do not say “It’s a blessing; he/she is out of pain.” Grievers miss their loved one; common sense does not help. • Do not say, “Time will heal.” Time alone does not heal. • Do not say, “She or he had a good life….” This does not comfort; they still want them back. • Do not say, “It will take two or three months to get over your grief.” There is no timetable for grief. Do not put limits on their grief process. • Do not say, “Your loved one wouldn’t want you to be upset.” This is an avoidance message, telling them not to do the work of mourning.
If you are talking to a bereaved parent: • Do not say, “You still have other children” or “You are still young. You can have another child.” This minimizes their grief, as if the baby or child doesn’t matter. If you are talking to a young widow or widower: • Do not say, “Don’t worry, you are young. You can always remarry.” They can’t replace the relationship they had. Remember, there is no right or wrong way to grieve. It’s their grief to own and experience in their own way. Be respectful and be a “caring presence” when they need you.
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Entertainment THE BIRDS
The American Stage Theatre October 4 - 27 The Birds, a suspenseful thriller that will leave you on the edge of your seat, written by Conor McPherson, adapted from the short story by Daphne du Maurier, directed by Todd Olson. Previews October 2 and 3. Opens Friday, October 4. Closes Sunday, October 27. Based on the short story that inspired Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary film, this suspenseful adaptation by acclaimed Irish playwright Conor McPherson (The Seafarer) is an emotionally stirring thriller. In a seaside town, masses of birds have begun to violently attack at high tide, driving two strangers to take refuge in an abandoned cottage. With no electricity and little food, hope wanes…then a mysterious young woman shows up, and the struggle for survival really begins. Performances are Wednesday through Saturday evenings at 8:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday matinees at 3:00 p.m. Tickets $29 - $59. Student Advance tickets are $20. Students Rush tickets are $10, 30 minutes prior to curtain. Senior Discount - Receive $2 dollars off single tickets. Active military tickets are FREE with valid military I.D. presented to our box office for serving our country. They will also receive 20% off additional tickets for friends and family. Please contact the box office for further details. Keith Urban
Midflorida Credit Union Amphitheater October 4 Originally from Brisbane, Australia, Keith Urban picked up his first guitar at the age of 4, and has been touring and performing full time since the age of 15. Today, he is one of the industry’s most electrifying live performers and gifted songwriters. His music has made an impact in every country where it has been released and he has played before sold-out audiences around the world. He’s sold more than 8 million records worldwide and has celebrated multiplatinum success in the U.S., Canada, and Australia, while breaking sales ground in the United Kingdom and Germany. He is the reigning CMA Male Vocalist Of The Year and has co-written or produced seven #1 Country hits including “Days Go By,” “Better Life,” “Who Wouldn’t Wanna Be Me,” “But For The Grace Of God,” and “Somebody Like You,” which spent a record-setting eight consecutive weeks at the top of the charts. Urban’s roots and commitment to country music run deep, even as songs like “You’ll Think Of Me” are embraced outside the format. From his country success has come multi-format radio recognition, inclusion in The GAP’s ‘Favorites’ Campaign, a sponsor-
ship arrangement with the national telecommunications behemoth SBC Communications. He’s performed on several internationally televised events including Live8 and The Grammy Awards and has been the subject of his own CMT Network Television Special. Keith Urban is a bona fide industry phenomenon. He possesses an unparalleled integrity and passion for his first love...music. Concert features Little Big Town and Dustin Lynch. 7:00 p.m. Tickets $38 - $73.10. Sarah Brightman - Dreamchaser World Tour
Tampa Bay Times Forum October 6 Over the past two and a half decades, Sarah Brightman has distinguished herself as the world’s biggest selling soprano of all time with global sales reaching over 30 million units. She has received more than 180 gold and platinum awards in over 40 countries. Brightman pioneered the classical crossover music movement and is the only artist to have simultaneously topped the Billboard dance and classical music charts. She was also the first artist to have been invited to perform the official theme songs at the Olympic Games on two occasions. The first was at the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games which was followed 16 years later by a performance at the opening ceremony in Beijing. Brightman recently accepted the UNESCO nomination to be an “Artist for Peace” Ambassador for her “commitment to humanitarian and charitable causes.” She has appeared in several films, including Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008), directed by Darren Lynn Bousman, and Stephen Evans’ First Night (2011). 8:00 p.m. Tickets &35 - $250. Larry The Cable Guy
Ruth Eckerd Hall October 12 One of top comedians in the country, Larry the Cable Guy brings his latest stand-up tour to Ruth Eckerd Hall for two shows, 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Reno Collier will open the show. Larry the Cable Guy is a multiplatinum recording artist, GRAMMY® nominee, Billboard award winner and the current host of “Only in America with Larry the Cable Guy” for the History Channel. Larry’s road to stardom included the Blue Collar Comedy Tour, which grossed more than 15 million dollars. The ensemble cast of comedians included Jeff Foxworthy and Bill Engvall. The tour’s success led to “Blue Collar Comedy Tour The Movie,” which premiered on Comedy Central in November of 2003 and at the time, was the highest rated movie in the channel’s history. The DVD has sold more than 4 million units. The sequel “Blue Collar Comedy Tour Rides Again” has sold
more than 3 million units. In March of 2006, the Blue Collar boys reunited to shoot “Blue Collar Comedy Tour One For The Road” in Washington, D.C. at the Warner Theater. The movie had its world premiere on Comedy Central June 4, 2006, again receiving some of the highest ratings. The soundtrack was nominated for a 2006 GRAMMY® Award. Larry’s first comedy album release “Lord, I Apologize” has reached gold status, selling more than 500,000 copies. His DVD special “Git-R-Done” has sold more than one million copies and has been certified platinum. His first Christmas CD, “A Very Larry Christmas,” has also been certified platinum. Enjoy a sumptuous buffet prior to the performances for only $20 per person (includes tax). Doors open two hours prior to the performance. Due to limited seating, we suggest advance purchase. - See more at: http://www. rutheckerdhall.com. Show tickets $49.75 - $100. TFO: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9
Ruth Eckerd Hall October 13 Evan Rogister, conductor, Katie van Kooten, soprano, Nancy Maultsby, mezzo soprano, Nathaniel Peake, tenor, Ryan Speedo Green, bass, The Master Chorale of Tampa Bay and James Bass, music and artistic director. The Master Chorale joins the orchestra in this performance of Stravinsky’s solemn and baroque-intoned Symphony of Psalms together with Beethoven’s beloved Symphony No. 9 with its life-affirming “Ode to Joy.” 7:30 p.m. Tickets $17.50 - $47.50. Jimmy Fallon
Tampa Theater October 16 Jimmy Fallon will play the historic Tampa Theatre. The current “Late Night” and future “Tonight Show” host will bring his “Clean Cut Comedy Tour” to the historic venue for one night only. We’re getting a sense of deja vu with this show. You might recall that Fallon slipped into Tampa in fall 2008, a couple of months before taking the reins of “Late Night,” as part of what our own Eric Deggans termed his “stealth comedy training.” In 1998 Jimmy Fallon joined the cast of “SNL” and with his knack for musical impressions and parody songs quickly became one of the stand-out comedians on the show. Movie roles, including “Fever Pitch” with Drew Barrymore followed, and in 2009 Fallon took over the reins of NBC’s “Late Night.” In less than two years on the air, “Late Night with Jimmy Fallon” ruled the time period in ratings, was praised by the critics and began collecting awards. This year NBC announced
that Fallon would replace Jay Leno as host of “The Tonight Show” in 2014. 8:00 p.m. Tickets $45. Kris Kristofferson
The Paladium October 16 In support of his latest album “Feeling Mortal,” music icon Kris Kristofferson makes his only Tampa Bay appearance at the Palladium. Kristofferson is a Country Music Hall of Famer who ranks among the most versatile of American talents. He’s been a Golden Gloves boxer, a Rhodes Scholar, a college football player, an acclaimed actor, a military officer, a helicopter pilot, a GRAMMY® winner, and now he finds himself releasing the third Don Was-produced album in a twilight years trilogy. “Feeling Mortal” follows 2009’s “Closer To The Bone” and 2006’s “This Old Road” in examining hardwon grace. In his Nashville beginning, Kristofferson threw away a promising military career in favor of life as what he sometimes calls “a songwriting bum.” He had excelled at most everything he’d ever tried, save for singing and songwriting, but it was the singing and the writing that called to him. He wound up penning classics including “Me and Bobby McGee,” “Help Me Make It Through the Night,” “Sunday Morning Coming Down” and “For The Good Times,” as well as a slew of other empathetic, incisive gems. 7:30 p.m. Tickets available ONLY from Ruth Eckerd Hall, (727) 791-7400. (Afternoon of show, tickets available ONLY from Palladium, (727) 822-3590). Tickets $45 $65. Imperial Symphony Orchestra
The Lakeland Center, Youkey Theater October 22 Masterwork concert #1, Lucky 13 including “Tap Dance Concerto,” Gould, Prelude to “Die Meistersinger,” Wagner, “Simple Symphony,” Britten, “Grand March from Aida,” Verdi and “Irish Tune from County Derry.” 7:30 p.m. Tickets $22 - $25. Luke Bryan
Midflorida Credit Union Amphitheater October 25 After scoring top ten hits with “All My Friends Say” and “Country Man,” Luke Bryan quickly rose to fame as one of the hottest new stars and songwriters of country music. Don’t miss Luke Bryan on his 2013 “Dirt Road Diaries Tour,” featuring Thompson Square and Florida Georgia Line. 7:00 p.m.
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Entertainment TFO: Cirque de la Symphonie
Ruth Eckerd Hall October 26 Jeff Tyzik, conductor. Back by popular demand, Cirque de la Symphonie returns with a new program of breathtaking and seemingly impossible acts by some of the world’s premiere cirque artists, including aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, dancers, jugglers, balancers and strongmen. The Florida Orchestra accompanies these extraordinary performers in a broad selection of symphonic favorites. 7:30 p.m. Tickets $17.50 - $47.50. War of the Worlds
Carrollwood Cultural Center October 26 75th Anniversary of the original Mercury Radio Theatre broadcast. Written by Howard Koch, produced by arrangement with Anne Koch. Presented by MAS Community Theatre. On Sunday, October 30, 1938, millions of radio listeners were shocked when radio news alerts announced the arrival of Martians. They panicked when they learned of the Martians’ ferocious and seemingly unstoppable attack on Earth. Many ran out of their homes screaming while others packed up their cars and fled. Though what the radio listeners heard was a portion of Orson Welles’ adaptation of the well-known book, War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells, many of the listeners believed what they heard on the radio was real. Join us to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the original Mercury Radio Theatre broadcast as MAS Community Theatre presents a staged production of the broadcast. 8:00 p.m. Tickets $10 - $16. The Carrollwood Cultural Center is located at 4537 Lowell Rd., Tampa, FL, 33618. For more information (813) 269-1310. WWE
Tampa Bay Times Forum October 29 WWE Smackdown returns to Tampa Bay for the first time in more than three years! Experience all of the action & excitement of this global television event up close and in person! Join the WWE Universe and all of your favorite WWE Superstars & Divas as the drama unfolds on the road to Survivor Series. WWE Superstars scheduled to appear include Randy Orton, The Big Show, Daniel Bryan, Alberto del Rio, The Shield, Rob Van Dam, The Wyatt Family, Christian, Dolph Ziggler, The Miz, Ryback, Kofi Kingston, Fandango, the WWE Divas, General Manager Vickie Guerrero and more! (Card is subject to change.) 8:00 p.m. Tickets $20 - $95 (ringside). Secure your seats! Tickets for this must-see LIVE show start at only
$20.00! For more information on WWE Smackdown, please visit www.wwe.com. Selena Gomez
Tampa Bay Times Forum October 30 Worldwide multi-platinum-selling singer and actress, Selena Gomez, has announced that she will embark on a 56city world tour in support of her highly anticipated summer album. The tour will begin in Vancouver, BC, and will hit major U.S. markets including a show in Tampa on October 30 at 7:00 PM. “I couldn’t be more excited to tour again, but this time around the world,” said Selena. “This has been such an interesting few months. My music has grown and I want my fans to see a new side of me. Can’t wait to see y’all on the road!” Selena fans have been in a frenzy since she premiered the single “Come & Get It” from her forthcoming album, and made her debut television performance of the song at the 2013 MTV Movie Awards. The single is available now everywhere. As an artist, Selena has already sold more than 10 million singles in the U.S., along with three RIAA-certified top-ten debuting gold albums, and three #1 Billboard Dance Singles. Her last album, When The Sun Goes Down with Selena Gomez & The Scene was released June 28, 2011 and was certified gold in November of that year. 7:00 p.m. Tickets $26 - $66. The first annual Tampa Improv Festival
Silver Meteor Gallery October 31 The first annual Tampa Improv Festival is hosted at the Silver Meteor Theater in Ybor City, FL by Post Dinner Conversation, Inc., Tampa’s original improv comedy company. For three nights on Halloween weekend, the Bay’s finest improv players come together to bring audiences the best variety in comedy and spontaneity. Featuring troupes new and old, big and small, family friendly and college targeted, TIF aims to please by featuring the many styles of performance and play that has grown up all over the city. 7:00 p.m. Tickets $5 - $35. All tickets non-refundable. For more information about dates, times, and tickets, email tampaimprovfestival@ gmail.com. The Silver Meteor Gallery is located at 2213 E. Sixth Ave., Tampa, FL, 33605. Michael Bublé
Tampa Bay Times Forum November 1 Touring in support of his new No. 1 selling album, “To Be Loved,” Grammy-Award winner Michael Bublé will return to the
Tampa Bay Times Forum for one night only. Bublé’s “To Be Loved” album debuted at the No. 1 spot on Billboard Magazine’s Top 200 Pop Charts. In conjunction with the album release, he co-hosted “The Today Show” and appeared on “Kelly & Michael,” “Nightline,” “Dancing With The Stars,” “The Chelsea Lately Show” and made a surprise appearance in a New York subway station which immediately went viral. Bublé officially announced a 40-city U.S. concert tour beginning on September 7 during an appearance on the Ellen show. His stage show is propelled by a string of smash hits including his current singles “It’s A Beautiful Day,” “Haven’t Met You Yet,” “Home,” and “Everything,” along with Michael’s distinctive interpretations of classics such as “You Make Me Feel So Young,” “Young at Heart,” and “You’re Nobody ‘til Somebody Loves You.” Bublé has been called “one of the most likeable performers on Earth.” His previous ‘Crazy Love Tour’ sold out in 80 U.S. cities and was seen by over two million fans worldwide. The award-winning artist has had global sales of 45 million albums during the course of his extraordinary decade-long career. Bublé’s last CD, the multi-platinum “Christmas,” was the second biggest-selling album of 2011 following Adele. 7:00 p.m. Tickets $54.50 - $115. For more information on Michael Buble, go to: http://www.michaelbuble.com.
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VENUE ADDRESSES AND CONTACT INFORMATION The American Stage Theater — 163 3rd Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. Telephone: (727) 823-7529. www.americanstage.org The Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center — 709 N Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236. Telephone: 1(866) 508-0611. The Historic Capitol Theatre 405 Cleveland Street Clearwater, FL 33755 Telephone: (727) 791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com The Lakeland Center — 701 W. Lime St. Lakeland, FL 33815. Telephone: (863) 834-8100 www.thelakelandcenter.com The Mahaffey Theater — 400 1st. St. South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. Telephone: (727) 892-5798. www.themahaffey.com Ruth Eckerd Hall — 1111 McMullen Booth Rd. Clearwater, FL 33759. Telephone: (727) 791-7400. www.rutheckerdhall.com The Players Theatre 838 North Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236 Telephone: (941) 365-2494 www.theplayers.org The Straz Center — 1010 North Macinnes Place, Tampa, FL 33602. Telephone: (813) 229-7827. www.strazcenter.org The Tampa Bay Times Forum — 401 Channelside Dr. Tampa, FL 33602. Telephone: (813) 301-6500. www.tampabaytimesforum.com The Tarpon Springs Performing Art Center — 324 Pine Street Tarpon Springs, FL. 34688 Telephone: (727) 942-5605. www.tarponarts.org Van Wezel Hall — 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. FL 34236. Telephone: (941) 955-7676. www.vanwezel.org
When It Comes to Entertaining Get out from behind your mask and list your Event for Freeright here on the SVA ENTERTAINMENT PAGES!
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medicare open enrollment
Medicare’s “Extra Help” program helps people with limited income to pay for their prescription medications Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15 - December 7 Making ends meet should not mean going without your medications. If you have limited income and resources, Medicare’s “Extra Help” program sets it up so this year you might pay no more than $2.60 for each generic drug and $6.50 for each brand name drug. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services estimate that more than 2 million people with Medicare may be eligible for the subsidy, but are not currently enrolled to take advantage of these savings. A recent law changed how your income and assets are counted: • Life insurance policies do not count as resources. • Any help you get from relatives, friends and others to pay for household expenses—like food, mortgage, rent, heating fuel or gas, electricity, water, and property taxes—does not count as income.
Many People Qualify and Don’t Know It The changes that took place in 2010 allowed more people than ever to qualify for “Extra Help.” Even if you were previously turned down for “Extra Help” due to income or resource levels, you should reapply. If you qualify, you will get help paying for Medicare prescription drug coverage premiums, copayments, and deductibles. To qualify,
you must make less than $16,755 a year (or $22,695 for married couples). Even if your annual income is higher, you still may be able to get some extra help. Your resources must also be limited to $13,070 (or $26,120 for married couples). Resources include bank accounts, stocks, and bonds, but not your house or car.
There’s No Cost or Obligation to Apply It’s easy and free to apply for “Extra Help.” You or a family member, trusted counselor, or caregiver can apply online at http://www.socialsecurity. gov/prescriptionhelp or call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY users should call 1-800-325-0778). All the information you give is confidential. Medicare beneficiaries can also receive assistance in their local communities from their State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), Area Agencies on Aging (AAA), the Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC) and many tribal organizations. For information about how to contact these organizations go to www.eldercare.gov. To learn more about Medicare prescription drug coverage, visit www. medicare.gov, or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users should call 1-877-486-2048. This information prepared by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
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From ITALY, Page 7 there, and it ranked among the top 10 meals during our entire four week European adventure. I even took a picture of the menu!
Verona Our one day and one night visit to Verona was far too short, but we stayed at a quaint bed and breakfast on a farm and squeezed in a quick pasta dinner before going to the opera, “Carmen,” held in a well-preserved arena called Arena di Verona. It was a very hot, humid night (much like Florida) and we sat right on the stone benches of the arena soaking up even more heat. Just before the opera began – our first opera ever, by the way, with a 9The opera in Verona (top) and 4-year old in tow In Venice by one of the many bridges over the – everyone lit up a waterways (bottom) small handheld canlowed myself to start shopping a little dle and held it high. With the full moon shining above and bit. What was shocking to me, though, the performers and livestock moving on were the number of high-end designer to the stage as the music came up, it was stores scattered throughout the streets breathtaking and a moment that still and canals. We enjoyed some really talmoves me to tears. I will never forget it. ented street performers one afternoon, and I personally enjoyed my tour of the Venice Doge’s Palace, tied to the prison by the Our last stop in Italy was Venice, Bridge of Sighs. The history of the city where we delighted in the water taxi ser- is fascinating and shares many similarvice that runs much like a metro subway ities to the history of our own country. or a train. It was here that we struggled While the cities were fun and excitthe most with our luggage due to so many ing and action-packed, when I think of bridges and staircases. We got sort of returning it’s the sea and the wineries lost, and we were hot and worn out when set in the beautiful countryside that we finally found our hotel. Later, we call me back. Driving a car was diffilearned that there are porters who, for a cult, primarily due to the challenging small fee, will put your luggage on a cart road signs and unclear navigation at the water taxi station and roll your markers, but if we can master that, I things right to your hotel. No getting lost. cannot wait to discover what else there No heavy stuff up and down steps. Mini- is to see in friendly, warm and delicious Italy! mal sweat – that’s the way to go. We loved Venice, and I finally al-
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medicare open enrollment
MEDICARE: Stronger Than Ever Medicare is stronger than ever with more benefits, better choices, and lower costs to beneficiaries. Expanded Medicare benefits under the health care law (the Affordable Care Act) continue to be available –including certain free preventive benefits, cancer screenings and an annual wellness visit. More Benefits: Certain preventive benefits – including cancer screenings – are available with no cost to patients when furnished by qualified and participating health care professionals. The annual wellness visit allows people to sit down and discuss with their doctor their health care needs and the best ways to stay healthy. Better Choices: Medicare will notify beneficiaries about plan performance and use its online Plan Finder to encourage enrollment in quality plans. Lower Costs: Average premiums for 2014 prescription drug coverage and Medicare health plans will remain stable. People who are in the “donut hole” in Medicare’s prescription drug benefit will enjoy approximately 53 percent discounts on covered brand name drugs and increased savings on generic drugs. Medicare wants to make sure that patients understand that the new Health Insurance Marketplace won’t affect their Medicare coverage and is not part of Medicare Open Enrollment which occurs from October 15 to De-
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Medica re Octobe Open Enrollm ent is r 15 - D e c e mber 7 1-877-486-2048. • Review the Medicare & You 2014 handbook. It is mailed to people with Medicare in September. • Get one-on-one help from their State Health Insurance Assis- tance Program (SHIP). They can visit www.medicare.gov/ contacts or call 1-800-MEDI- CARE to get the phone number.
cember 7. Patients do not need to enroll in the new Health Insurance Marketplace to maintain or change their Medicare coverage. Your health needs change from year to year. And, your health plan may change the benefits and costs each year too. That’s why it’s important for everyone to evaluate their Medicare choices regularly. Open Enrollment is the one time of year when ALL people with Medicare can see what new benefits Medicare has to offer and make changes to their coverage. It’s worth it to take the time to review and compare, but you do not have to do it alone. Medicare is available to help. You can can:
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Senior Citizens Services, located at 1204 Rogers Street, Clearwater, Florida 33756, (off of South Missouri Avenue & next to McDonald’s) is a not for profit organization, long recognized for its tireless advocacy and action for the senior community. We are dedicated to providing exceptional quality of life forums, classes, activities and alternatives for all senior citizens, and striving, always, to make each day just a little nicer for seniors. The organization provides moderate to low income-housing options for seniors at Prospect Towers of Clearwater, information and referral services for transportation, care services, legal and consumer services, insurance issues as well as activities for seniors. They also provide free medical equipment lending, free emergency cell phones for seniors, the use of computers for job searching, and foreign language instruction by DVD’s in French, Spanish and Italian.
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Art Hansen and Juanita Merritt will be on site to offer senior job seekers basic computer support assistance including identifying web sites designed with the “Boomer” in mind. Both retired, Art and Juanita had long, distinguished careers before moving to Florida and wearing their new “volunteer” hats. Art was an Electronic Technician and now spends his free time as a photographer and working with computers. Juanita was a Job Developer with Aging in America in New York, and dedicates much of her time now improving the day-to-day experience of seniors. Art and Juanita are both members of the newly formed SCS “The Lucky Strikes” Wii Bowlers. Juanita has crafted a special “take away” packet for seniors to help them once they have visited the center to learn the new rules of landing a job, including how to identify local, senior-friendly employers. According to a January 29, 2013 Tampa Bay Times article, “As many companies know, baby boomers and seniors have much to offer the workforce, whether as full-time employees, part-timers, consultants or in other creative work arrangements. Some statistics have shown that more than 50 percent of U.S. companies are willing to negotiate special arrangements for older workers just to keep them in the workplace.” Some of the web sites that will be featured for senior job seekers at SCS may include:
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