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Editor’s desk
What we leave behind defines us
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s we often learn through Michelle Kavanaugh-Anastasi’s Senior Spotlight column “Organize Senior Moves,” we often hold on to knickknacks and clothing we no longer identify with or wear. Through time, however, people define us through those objects. It’s what has us stand out when we are remembered. Out feature article this week focuses on the work of Roger Noyes, a Slingerlands author who spent two years researching the life of a distant relative, Clara Noyes. While growing up, he had heard stories of Clara being a famous nurse. Exactly what that meant was not clear until he inherited her desk and placed it in the office of his home. He started researching through the internet, and sparked the catalyst for a book idea. Clara’s name was once spoken in the same breathe as Florence Nightingale and Clara Barton. Like Nightingale, she helped shape the standards of modern nursing. She rose through the ranks of the nursing world, helped establish equal pay for nurses, and orchestrated the medical relief response in crisis. She worked in step with the War Department to supply troops during World War I. She organized aid during the Spanish flu pandemic. She rounded personnel to address the 1927 flooding of Mississippi — which had left 600,000 people homeless. It’s a fascinating story that would not have been known had Roger not been inspired by her desk. The pieces our loved ones leave behind, especially those who have left us many years ago, provide tangible memories to be shared. Stories of our ancestors are taken in as folklore or fiction, but once those stories are paired with a pocket watch or pipe, they all become real. Clara Noyes was very real. We’re happy Roger was able to learn more about her, and share her with us again. Sincerely, Michael Hallisey, Managing Editor Spotlight Newspapers
April 2018 Features Lost in Time
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Columnists Social Security Corner
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Organize Senior Moves
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Healthy & Fitness
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Medical Corner
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Retiring Retirement
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Patriot Flight
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Senior Services Colonie Senior Service Centers
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Senior Services of Albany
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Albany JCC
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Niskayuna Senior Center
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Social Security Corner
What you may not know
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Five facts about Social Security
not know is that under certain circumstances, we can pay benefits to a surviving parent. Read our Fact SheetParent’s 1. Social Security pays Benefits, available at www. benefits to children. socialsecurity.gov/pubs/ENSocial Security pays benefits 05-10036.pdf, for the details. to unmarried children whose 3. Widows’ and widowers’ parents are deceased, disabled, payments can continue if or retired. See Benefits for remarriage occurs after 60. Children at www.socialsecuRemarriage ends survirity.gov/pubs/EN-05-10085. vor’s benefits when it occurs pdf for the specific requirebefore age 60, but benefits can ments. continue for marriages after 2. Social Security can pay age 60. benefits to parents. 4. If a spouse draws reMost people know that duced retirement benefits bewhen a worker dies, we can pay fore starting spouse’s benefits benefits to surviving spouses (his or her spouse is younger), and children. What you may the spouse will not receive 50 ere’s some lesserknown facts about Social Security.
Elizabeth Pivonka
percent of the worker’s benefit amount. Your full spouse’s benefit could be up to 50 percent of your spouse’s full retirement age amount if you are at full retirement age when you take it. If you qualify for your own retirement benefit and a spouse’s benefit, we always pay your own benefit first. The reduction rates for retirement and spouses benefits are different. If your spouse is younger, you cannot receive benefits unless he or she is receiving benefits. You can find out more atwww. socialsecurity.gov/OACT/ quickcalc/spouse.html. 5. If your spouse’s retirement benefit is higher
than your retirement benefit, and he or she chooses to take reduced benefits and dies first, your survivor benefit will be reduced, but may be higher than what your spouse received. If the deceased worker started receiving reduced retirement benefits before their full retirement age, a special rule called the retirement insurance benefit limit may apply to the surviving spouse. Social Security helps secure your financial future by providing the facts you need to make life’s important decisions. Elizabeth Pivonka Social Security Administration
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Lunch & Learn Thursday, April 12, at noon Lunch & Learn at Beltone Living Center with NYS Assemblyman John McDonald, III on prescription safety.
Special Dinner
Monday, April 16, at 5 p.m. Colonie Senior’s Special Dinner at Beltone Living Center with Tunes with Tony and Alex.
Lunch & Learn
Wednesday, April 18, at noon
Lunch & Learn at Beltone Living Center with RISE, WNHT’s Radio Information Service.
Moroccan Cooking Thursday, April 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Moroccan Cooking Demonstration, King Thiel Senior Community, $5. Fee, includes lunch.
Defensive Driving Saturday, April 21, from 9:30 a.m.– 4 p.m.
This defensive driving class is open to anyone 16 years or older. There is a $25 fee.
at Beverwyck
Arsenic and Old Lace Sunday, April 22, from 3 to 6:30 p.m.
Around Town Trip to Curtain Call Theater to see “Arsenic and Old Lace.” Ticket cost plus a $10 suggested donation for transportation.
Times Union/Hearst Media Center Monday, April 23, 1:30 – 3:45 p.m.
Around Town Trip to the Times Union/Hearst Media Center, suggested donation for transportation
On our sprawling 80-acre campus,
Tuesday, April 24, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Once you join the Beverwyck community, we are always here for you. Should your health needs change, care services—including Enriched Housing (often referred to as “Assisted Living”) and our innovative Green HouseTM Skilled Nursing residences—are available right here on the Beverwyck campus.
Defensive Driving
This defensive driving class is open to anyone 16 years or older. Three is a $25 fee.
Indonesian Cooking Class
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Organize Senior Moves
Downsizing
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f you are planning to stay in your home, the following steps will help you free yourself of unwanted/unnecessary items. If you are moving, whether your move is in three weeks or three years, it can be done effectively, without losing your sanity. 1. Time Consider the process as “a marathon, not a sprint.” The best thing that you can do to help yourself when downsizing is to allow yourself the time to hit all of the following steps effectively. Time to plan out the process, time to adjust to the idea of ridding yourself of things, and time to make necessary arrangements if you are planning to move at the end of the downsizing process. Be realistic about what you can do. 2. Start in areas where you “live” Think: kitchen, living room, bedroom. The basement and attic can wait until later. In the kitchen, be sure to dig around. You will not only be astounded by the number of gadgets that you have, but by the fact that you have no idea what each of them does! In the living room/family room may-
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Six steps to sanity be start with old VHS tapes that haven’t been watched since the VCR stopped working three years ago. The bedroom should be your resting place — do not let it become crowded with “homeless” items and clothing. And, remove your junk drawer. Grab a trash can and start the sorting. You will not regret throwing out the random, “no idea where it came from or what it is for” screw. 3. Lather, rinse repeat. Repeat step No. 2 until you have tackled every room, drawer, closet cabinet and hidden areas of your home. Pull similar items together. For example, go into your closet and pull out all of your pants; now put similar colors together. Are you shocked that you have six pair of black pants? Do your best to pare down to what you actually use. Again, be realistic not only with the amount of time that you want to dedicate to this, but, just as important, be realistic with what you use on a regular basis. 4. Set up designated areas for items that you no longer need It is a good idea to give thought to the new “homes”
that you would like your treasures to go to. Suggested categories include, but are not limited to: Keep, Family, Donations, Sell, Auction and Trash. If you have an empty room label the wall in one area of the room with a sticky note for each category. You could also use bins in the same manner. 5. A new home for everything Everything – whether you are keeping it or giving it away – must have a “home.” Most of us want to know that our belongings will be valued as much by the new owner as it was with you. With that in mind, start with your family. To add some interest, tell them the history of what you would like to pass along. Move one to your other “homes.” If you would like your things to go to a charity, be sure to call ahead of time. Get creative with clothing – contact the drama department of a local middle or high school. If there is a refugee help center in your area, they are usually in need of a variety of household goods. Do you have sterling silver that is not wanted by you or
by family? Visit a reputable jeweler in your area; they will weigh your items and buy the silver from you on sight. 6. The paper chase There are a few reasons you need to rid your home of excess papers. (1) Regardless of how well organized you may have your stacks, aesthetically, the papers are not attractive. (2) Papers scattered on the floor are slipping hazards. (3) If you plan to sell your home, be aware that paper absorbs odor. No potential buyer wants to know what you had for dinner last night. Contact your financial advisor/accountant to discern how far back you need to keep financial information. Shred all other financial information as well as old documents containing personal information. If you have a large amount of paper to be shredded, consider contacting a shredding service. Michelle KavanaughAnastasi is CEO and founder of Organize Senior Moves, LLC, and member of the National Association of Senior Moving Managers.
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Health & Fitness
What’s my favorite? arlier this week I received an email from one of friends, Julie. Julie asked: What’s your favorite piece of gym equipment?” To be honest, that’s a GREAT question and, honestly, one that I can answer in different ways. I love all pieces of fitness equipment but tend to gravitate towards a few select ones that I think deliver the most bang for your buck. One of those is my current fave, kettlebells! This simple yet relatively inexpensive piece of equipment can be used to deliver a total body workout. One that builds lean muscle and helps shed fat. Simply put, kettlebell training amplifies your power output in many ways. Classic kettlebell lifts such as the snatch, and the clean and jerk cannot be performed slowly. Thus, they develop a special quality known as power-endurance, or your ability to produce movements over an extended period of time. Power-endurance also adds a time component. It’s your
ability to sustain fast muscular contractions over an extended period of time. Then there is strength-endurance. Strength-endurance is your ability to produce force over an extended period of time. While both strength-endurance and power-endurance are essential qualities to possess, power-endurance is usually what determines who the winner is in sports. That also translates, in many ways, to determine the value of our overall health. Power-endurance training is an excellent way to training for fat loss and conditioning, and that is one reason I love me some kettlebells. Using kettlebells forces your body to contend with a constantly changing center of gravity. This is by design. Due to the way it is made the kettlebell’s center of gravity lays six to eight inches outside of your grip; which mimics the forces you encounter in both sports and everyday activities. This feature of the kettlebell will help improve this aspect of sports performance and increase quality of life. Another benefit is that by using kettlebells we build
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up our forearms and develop a strong grip. This is largely because kettlebells possess a thicker handle than their barbell and dumbbell counterparts taxing your grip and developing greater forearm strength. I can see ladies checking out of this exericse out of fear of developing large forearms, or “Popeye” arms. That won’t happen. Grip strength is something that many of us are lacking. Ever try and open a jar and can’t? That’s lack of grip strength. As our society continues to move away from manual labor it’s only going to get worse. The problem is also exasperated by our constant typing on keyboards, both computer and mobile devices. Kettlebell training will help reverse this trend. They help improve your cardio –respiratory fitness. Since many kettlebell exercises take place with your arms in an overhead position the muscles responsible for assisting the breathing process are engaged in muscular activity, not allowing them to assist in the respiratory process. Put in layman’s terms… kettlebells force the muscles most responsible for breathing
to play an even larger role in cardio-vascular fitness. Because they are so versatile and effective, you get more bang for your buck. Because of that, kettlebells allow you to reduce overall training time, allowing you to devote your attention to skill sets, rest and recovery. Let’s face it; we all are timecrunched these days, so having a quick yet effective workout is the order of the day. And, kettlebell training delivers that in spades! The use of kettlebells in training helps bridge the gap between strength training and cardio; it’s why they are an integral part of our training here at Full Circle Fitness—NY. One final beauty of kettlebells is that anyone can use them! From absolute beginners like those in our BeginnerBootcamp program to our advanced athletes, they all benefit from the use of Kettlebells. For beginners 10-15 pounds will get you started safely and effectively and won’t break your wallet. Dan Romand is co-owner and co-operator of Full Circle Fitness-NY in Albany and Saratoga Springs.
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Medical Corner
All about eyes Ask an Ophthalmologist Q. My eye doctor told me I may have diabetes. Is it possible to know if I have diabetes from an eye exam? A. Yes, your eyes can be a window into your health.
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t’s not uncommon that our eye doctors at Ophthalmic Consultants of the Capital Region inform a patient of a health problem before they have any noticeable symptoms. There are many health conditions a dilated eye exam can reveal such as diabetes, hypertension, thyroid conditions, cancer, and multiple sclerosis. During a comprehensive
eye exam your eye doctor will typically dilate your pupils in order to check the retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels in the back of the eye. This allows the eye doctor to see any changes in eye health. Diabetes Diabetes can damage blood vessels in the retina (diabetic retinopathy). Your eye doctor will check for retinal vascular changes and blood vessel hemorrhages in your eyes during a dilated eye exam. Hypertension The small blood vessels in the retina can be very delicate. High blood pressure can cause them to narrow and thicken,
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leading to damaged tissue and hemorrhages. High blood pressure can also damage the macula and optic nerve. Thyroid During an eye exam, if a patient’s eyes appear as though they are bulging out it could be a sign of an overactive thyroid gland (Graves’ Disease). Cancer Changes in field of vision, improper pupil dilation, and droopy eyelids could indicate a tumor in the brain or neck. Multiple Sclerosis One of the most common early symptoms of multiple sclerosis is sudden vision loss due to inflammation of the
optic nerve. Finding health issues early through an eye exam can make all the difference in the outcome. Be sure to schedule your annual comprehensive eye exam today. Ophthalmic Consultants of the Capital Region offers comprehensive eye care services. We have locations in Albany, Clifton Park, Schenectady, Schodack, and Troy. To make an appointment with us call (518) 777-2777 or visit myoccr.com. David Rabady, M.D. is a Board-Certified Retina Specialist at Ophthalmic Consultants of the Capital Region.
Now accepting new patients. Did you know your eyes can be a window to many health problems? Hypertension, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, thyroid disease and cancer are just a few of the health issues that can be discovered early during a dilated eye exam.
Is your vision and health the best it can be? We’ve been part of the Capital Region for decades and we’re committed to providing our community with excellent eye care. With opticians, optometrists, ophthalmologists and specialists in Retina, Glaucoma, and Neuro-Ophthalmology— we can help you achieve your best personal vision and possibly better overall health.
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Senior calendars Senior Services of Albany
Westview UFO’S (Unfinished objects) Every Wednesday at 10 a.m. For more information please call (518) 482-2120.
Drop in Music
Wednesdays, at 3:30 p.m. Come join us every Wednesday at 3:30 for our Drop in Music session. Anyone who plays an instrument or sings are all invited to join us at the Westview community room for an informal jam session. Dinner is served at 5 p.m. For more information please call (518) 482-2120.
Cohoes Healthy Eating, Healthy Life Monday, April 23, at 12:30 p.m.
Cornell co-op Extension is doing a cooking demo as part of the “Healthy Eating, Healthy Life” Series. Come up to Cohoes for lunch and stay for the demo to learn how to prepare quick and nutritious recipes. Lunch starts at noon. The program will follow lunch at 12:30 p.m.. Please call by April 20 to RSVP. Please call (518) 2352420 for reservations.
1 on 1
Tuesdays, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday afternoons 1 on 1 Senior Technology Training at 3:30 to 4:30. Bring your portable technology, cell phones, laptops, tablets and learn to use social media, send pictures to your friends and family and get a better understanding of the technology you have in your hands. Call (518) 235-2420 to register.
Watervliet Snack and Movie Thursday, April 12, at noon
Join us for lunch at noon and stay for some entertainment. The movie will began at 1 p.m. Please call (518) 273-4422 for more details.
April Congregate Dinner Wednesday, April 18
The April Congregate Dinner with entertainment by The Joe Finn Trio; Guitarist-composer. Joe Finn was heralded as a bold new voice on jazz guitar by Cadence Magazine in 1991. He has recorded five critically acclaimed albums. Please call (518) 273-4422 to make reservations.
Daily activities
Daily activities from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. include Wii Bowling, pool, cards, Tai Chi and more.
Albany JCC, Adult Department 340 Whitehall Road, Albany (518) 438-6651, ext. 112 Claire Sigal, Program Director
Sixty-Plus Dining
Mondays and Wednesdays 4:45 to 6 p.m.
Full-course kosher dinners for those 60 and older. Reservations taken until 9:30 a.m. at the day of the meal. Suggested donation: $5 per person. Guest under 60 pays $10.
2018 Congregation Beth Emeth- Albany JCC Health & Services Fair for Adults/Seniors
Sunday, April 29, 2018 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Free: Health screenings, information booths, refreshments, quick adult haircuts, chair
massage at Albany JCC, 340 Whitehall Road.
Bus Trip
Thursday, May 24
“Sister Act” at Westchester Broadway Theatre in Elmsford, N.Y. Departs from JCC at 8:20 a.m. and returns at approximately 6:45 p.m. Cost is $135 ($125 for JCC member) Prepaid registration required in the senior adult office before trip fills.
3-Day Getaway
Burlington, Vt.
Contact the Albany JCC’s senior adult office for trip package details.
OPEN HOUSE Thursday, May 17, 2018 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Visit:
Kingsway Village Apartments ❖ Parkland Garden Apartments Kingsway Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care Kingsway Arms Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Kingsway Home Care Service Campus transportation and refreshments Raffles to win one of 4 gift baskets Breakout sessions will be offered at 1:30 PM and 3:00 PM at Kingsway Village Apartments to learn more about the Trust Deposit.
Come see why so many people call Kingsway home
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Feature Article
Lost in Time Cl ara Noyes wa s a pion eer in m o dern medica l p ra c t ices for her h elp in es t ablishing s t a n dards for nur ses i n t h e early 20th ce nt ur y, but h er n ame h as b een lo st t hroug h t ime. She’s n ow rememb ered in a n ew b o ok p enned by on e of h er fa mily m emb ers.
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nside the office of Roger Noyes’ Slingerlands home stands a broad, wooden desk, something that’s been in the family. But, the desk has a history with a significance that stretches well beyond that of the Noyes family.
Au t h or Ro g er N oye s keeps t h is p i c t u re of Clara N oye s framed a n d s t an din g u p o n h er des k , wh i c h h e h as i n t he office of h i s Sl in g erlan ds h o m e. Su b mit ted p h o to
The desk was once his second great aunt’s, Clara Noyes. The name once held more significance than simply as Roger Noyes’ distant relative. At a time when women could not vote, Clara Noyes played a leading role in directing aid during some of history’s most noted events, and set the foundation for standards in nursing education. “I had heard some family stories about her life, said Roger Noyes. “But, I think the biggest entry into learning about her was from inheriting her desk. It’s funny how when you receive an artifact like that, that was once owned by somebody in the past, it really becomes a physical symbol for you. In a sense that it’s a reminder of that person… it prompts a lot of inquiry.” The author initially knew of her as a “famous nurse” who worked with the Red Cross. The depth of her story lacked details of her role as director of the American Red Cross Nursing Service. What was shared glossed over her responsibility to orchestrate the emergency medical response for World War I, the Spanish flu pandemic and the 1927 flooding of Mississippi. Through the help of family, the internet, and investigative skills he learned as a newspaper reporter, Roger started to learn more details. In one newspaper archive, he said, he received more than 6,000 hits by searching her name, alone. Clara was born in 1869 to New England family, her father a Civil War veteran. She established a strong work ethic at the Maryland farm in which she grew up. When she decided to attend Johns Hopkins School of Nursing at 27, despite standards established by Florence Nightingale in England, nursing was a disorganized trade. “Especially in that time, nursing was a new profession,” said Roger. “My aunt was a beneficiary to this system that was created by Florence Nightingale.” Schools started developing graduate courses based on Nightingale’s curriculum at her nursing school at St. Thomas’ Hospital in London. Roger spent two years researching and writing his book, “Clara D. Noyes, R.N., Life of a Global Nursing Leader.” In it, he details how nursing evolved from a trade to a well-structured profession. One that provided woman the opportunity to rise
to the ranks of influential executives before women’s suffrage. It was from Clara’s position with the Red Cross where she was able to fight for equal pay for nurses. “My aim in this book is to show how the women-led American Red Cross Nursing Service enrolled, deployed and demobilized wartime nurses in a structure that paralleled – and was virtually indistinct from – the larger War Department effort to supply American troops during the First World War,” said Roger. “Oftentimes these structures stood in conflict, but the War Department’s need for a mass mobilization of professional nurses, all of them women, also provided leverage for the advancement of women’s causes, and many of these causes intersected with the nurse professionalization movements.” Before her death in 1936, Clara would have direct ties to the largest medical institutions known today. There’s St. Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, Mass, and New England Hospital for Women, for which she served as superintendent. She played a pivotal role at Bellevue Hospital’s nurse training school in New York City. She would later be named president of the American Nurses Association and subsequently become chair of the Women’s Joint Congressional Committee. Clara also founded the first not-for-profit school for midwives in the United States, published extensively on nursing issues of the day and worked in the post-war period to oversee nursing relief activities in Europe and to develop schools of Nursing in France, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia and Poland. “Not to diminish icons like Florence Nightingale and Clara Barton, who shares my aunt’s name and worked at the Red Cross, she would exhaustively name them in speeches,” said Roger. In his book, there is a composite of his aunt standing at the foot of a stairwell with Nightingale and Jane Delano from a Red Cross postcard. In her time, she was held in as high regard. “She was coming from a very similar tradition… If you include Clara Barton, those four figures really loom large in the public imagination.” The book is available on amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com and other sites. APRIL 2018 — CDSENIORSPOTLIGHT.COM 11
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13 State Street Apartments
Voorheesville Public Library
13 State Street Schenectady, New York 12305
Now leasing 61 units designed for individuals 55 years of age and older.
51 School Road, Voorheesville (518) 765-2791 www.voorheesvillelibrary.org
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Thursdays April 5, 12, 19, & 26
Rents will be: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath $703 - $750 1 Bedroom with Den $728 - $925 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath $835 Maximum Annual Income: 1 person = $34,920 - $46,560 2 persons = $39,900 - $53,200 3 persons = $44,880 - $59,840 4 persons = $49,860 - $66,480
Join us Thursday at 1:30 p.m. to watch a classic movie on our giant screen. Check our website calendar for movie titles and descriptions. Light refreshments served.
Nimblefingers Craft Group
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New Energy-Star rated appliances, Community room, Fitness room, Library/computer room For more information please call 518-952-6314 or stop by the Rental office for an application
Tuesdays April 3, 10, 17, & 24
Bring your projects, socialize, and connect with other crafters every Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. Share your own special talents or learn a new knitting, crocheting, embroidery or quilting skill. All crafters are welcome to join the group.
Home Health Care for Someone You Love
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Wednesday, April 4
romantic comedy about Ravi Patel, an almost 30-year-old Indian American who enters a love triangle between the women of his dreams and ... his parents.” (IMDB) Rated PG, 88 m. Light refreshments will be served.
Fishing for Health Wednesday, April 18
Join us from 6:30 to 8 p.m. as Karen Roberts Mort from Cornell Cooperative Extension talks about the health benefits of including more fish in your diet, as well as safety concerns and sustainability issues. Prepare and sample some easy recipes that will make a fish lover out of you. Class size is very limited, so please register early.
Tea Drinking Cultures All Over the World Thursday, April 19
Join us from 6:30 to 8 • Personal Care and light housekeeping The tea plant is a simple Personal Care and light housekeeping p.m. to learn or easy For additional information tobeading • Medication Management Medication Management bush with leaves, but each arrange for servicesfor making simple techniques Meal preparation and • shopping Meal preparation and shopping country has built custom, benecklaces, bracelets, and ear Companions, Aides and Nurses • Companions, Aides and Nurses havior, pomp and circumstance rings. Mothers, grandmothers CALL TODAY Complimentary RN Assessment at Home • Complimentary RN Assessment Quality Home Care Home Health Care around their version of imbiband aunts are encouraged to Services provided hourly, visit, or live-in Available (518) 438-6271 at home 24 Hours a Day ing the steeped marriage of tea bring a child to bead along for7Someone Yousince Love Licensed by NYS Department of Health 5 Computer Drive West • Services provided hourly, visit, Days a Week, 1977 and water. Join us from 6:30 with them. For ages 11 and Quality Home Care Albany, New York 12205 Caregivers are thoroughly reference or live-in to 8:30 p.m. Please register. Available 24 Hours a Day up. You may arrive at any time checked and background checked • Licensed by NYS Department 7 Days a Week, since 1977 Services Also Provided in: during the workshop that fits of Health Nassau County: (516) 822-2080 Personal Care and light housekeeping your schedule. For additional information or to www.attentiveservices.com • Caregivers are thoroughly reference Suffolk County: (631) 587-3366 Personal Care and light housekeeping Medication Management additional information or toservices Wednesday, April 25 For Please arrange register, andfor there checked and background checked Medication Management arrange for services Meal preparation and shopping will be a small materials fee Meal preparation and shopping Are you hesitant to ask depending on your project Companions, Aides information Companions, Aides andNurses Nurses For additional or toand arrange for services your doctor questions? Learn CALL TODAY CALL TODAY choice. Complimentary Assessment at at Home Complimentary RNRN Assessment Home to be an advocate for yourself Services provided hourly, visit, or live-in (518) 438-6271 CALL TODAY Services provided hourly, visit, or live-in or a loved one. Join us from Licensed by NYS Department of Health 5 Computer Drive West 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for this 5 Computer Drive West, Albany, Newreference York Licensed by NYS Department of 12205 Health Albany, New York 12205 Caregivers are thoroughly 5 Computer Drive West checked and background checked hands on workshop. Funded Albany, New York 12205 Caregivers are thoroughly reference Services Also Provided in: www.AttentiveCareServices.com by NLM and NIH under Nassau County: (516)April 822-2080 checked and background checked Sunday, 8, www.attentiveservices.com cooperative agreement number Suffolk County: (631) 587-3366 Services Also Provided in: Services also provided in: at 2County: p.m. (516) 822-2080 UG4LM012342 with UofP, Nassau Nassau County: (516) 822-2080 Health Sciences Library Syswww.attentiveservices.com Join us at 2County: p.m. for “a(631) 587-3366 Suffolk County: (631) 587-3366 Suffolk laugh-out-loud real-life tem. Please register. 12 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT — APRIL 2018
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Changing it up Part II: Delmar’s Gary Halbedel changes key without going falsetto Editor’s Note: Part 1 of this two-part series appeared in the March 2018 edition of Senior Spotlight
only seen him change it up. Recently, he grabbed some sticks and is now respectably handling the drums. His sax is always nearby and he has usicians change added the keyboard to his list key for emphasis of instruments. Additionally, and for pushing he produced and recorded and a song to a figu- played with his wife Sue on her new album. Beyond that, rative and literal higher level. Gary is the Steady-Eddy bassThat metaphor sings true ist and foundational member for seventy year-old Gary Halbedel. By any standard, the of the music team at Bethlehem Community Church in Delmar resident is a profesDelmar. sional musician. He’s been a rock band guitarist since youth It’s clear that Gary doesn’t who can rip a heavy riff as limit change to what you do. It easily as a smooth jazzier or must also come from within. worshipful fill. And this includes marriage and particularly longevity But his senior years have
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within this institution. Like most couples, the Halbedels have gone through a lot. They strongly believe in marriage counseling and all of the work that it takes to build trust, unity and deference. “People have lawyers, financial counselors and doctors to guide them,” he says passionately. “But marriage is the toughest thing we do and people don’t want to go to counseling. It’s no wonder divorce is systemic.” Change also chases Gary at work. As an IT specialist at Bethlehem Central High School, he has to stay abreast of technology - particularly in
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the critical area of cyber-safety. But more than anything, aging has taught him that there must be a peace within change. “Peace comes from being okay with things not being okay,” he muses. “Now I know more of what really matters and I’m realistic about what I’m not going to achieve. You learn to appreciate that small things are not small things especially within relationships.” Robert J. LaCosta’s daily devotional is on sonrisen.com His new book, “Portals to Heaven” is available at bookstores and online. To suggest seniors for this column, call 518-435-1250.
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Senior calendars Niskayuna Senior Center
Friday, April 27, 10 to noon — Watercolors
2682 Aqueduct Road, Niskayuna Rosemarie Mullaney, (518) 372-4969
Ongoing activities Mondays
10 to 10:45 a.m. — Zumba Gold* 11 a.m. to noon — Motion & Fitness Class
Tuesdays
9:15 to 9:45 a.m. — Tai Chi
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Upcoming Events
Tom’s Walk In Computer Clinic — Tuesday, April 3, 10 a.m. to noon — cards, from 9 a.m. to noon. bridge, Mahjong, and Wii Dance Fire Performance Bowling 10:30 a.m. — Line Dancing —Tuesday April 3, 1:45 p.m. Noon — Lunch Lunch Club: New City 1 p.m. — MVP Chair Squire — Friday April. 6, Moves leave from Town Hall at 11:30 a.m. Thursdays Craft Group — Tuesday, 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. — Tai Chi April 10, at 10 a.m. 10 a.m. to noon — Cards, Wii Bowling, and Mahjong 10:30 a.m. — Bocce and Pickle Ball Noon — Lunch 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Bingo 7 to 8 p.m. — Gentle Yoga @ Town Hall (no class April 5).
Pam Madej, MS, ANP Therapeutic Touch — Tuesday, April 10, from 12:45 to 2 p.m. and Thursday, April 12, from 12:45 to 2 p.m.
Friday, April 13, 1 to 3 p.m. — Stamping and greeting cards
Saratoga Casino & Garden Buffet —Monday, April 16, at 10:30 a.m.
Open Art Studio *
Speaker: Norman Rockwell Museum & Lunch @ Red Lion Inn — Friday, April 13, at 10:30 a.m.
Tom’s Computer Clinic — Tuesday, April 17, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Lake George Shopping Trip & Lunch at Log Jam — Friday, April 20, leave from Town Hall at 10 a.m. Art with Edie* — Tuesday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to noon.
* Additional fees associated with this event.
About Us
The Niskayuna Senior Center is open to all area seniors. Program days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Trips and special events are offered during the other days of the week. To learn more about the Niskayuna Senior Center, call (518) 372-4969 or visit the center’s website at www. niskayuna.org.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Isolation and Loneliness KILLS. Volunteers Needed to SAVE LIVES.
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o you have a skill or talent you are willing to share with your elderly neighbors? If you can give a few hours a month or even few hours a week you can make a huge difference in the lives of local seniors. Opportunities available throughout Albany County. Here are some examples of classes volunteers can run: Yoga teachers, Tai Chi, aerobics, music, dance, writing, art, painting, book club, photography, ceramics, knitting, etc. Classes & programs must be conducted during the day between
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Veteran Next Door
Stories from World War II, Korea and Vietnam
Proud winners and Americans Winners of annual Patriot Flight’s Second Student Essay contest
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ast month at a TGIV (Thank God Its Veterans) breakfast club in Albany, I witnessed an event that made me feel good to be an American. On this special morning, two high school students were presented as winners of Patriot Flight’s Second Student Essay contest. The subject title “Why Thank A Veteran” was read to a full room of 50 Veterans and patriots. The spirit exuded from the students was returned back from the Veterans as each of their essays brought tears of joy. Eric, a Shaker High 12th grader, Quandeel, a Guilderland High 10th grader, were
named the two winners. Each will have a day with Veterans in Washington, DC. Both read their essays proudly and displayed a patriotic spirit that coaxed a standing ovation by those in attendance. “You risked your lives so we can take ours for granted,” stated Eric in his essay. “Thank you for running towards what most run away from. Thank you for being the barrier between us and danger. But, most of all, thank you for being America’s unsung heroes.” Quandeel had extremely touching portions in her essay. “We can’t thank Veterans without praising them and we can’t praise them without
thanking [them], she stated. “Veterans are the angels and protectors of this world. …Just as you have shaped our history, you will shape our future.” The two were selected from a pool of students from ten area high schools, including Albany Academy, Albany, Argyle, Averill Park, Catskill, Galway, Greenville, Guilderland, Rensselaer and Shaker high schools. We hope many of the area schools participate next October when we send out notices for the 2019 contest. In two years we have been blessed to meet some wonderful students from our high schools. Patriot Flight attended Board of Education meetings
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of the winner’s school last year and will pursue the same for Eric and Quandeel. Two young Americans, aged 16 and 18, addressed Veterans and Patriots from 50 to 93. Each put on a moving and impressive oration. They inspired a room filled with winners; both young and old. The Veterans are proud to know that children still care about their service to America. Eric and Quandeel you are not only preparing for your own future, remember we are your history but you are America’s future. Speaking for all Veterans, we deeply thank you, stay patriotic, you inspire us.
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Senior calendars Thursday, April 12
Bethlehem Public Library
Trivia Night for Adults: Game of Thrones edition!
451 Delaware Ave., Delmar (518) 439-9314 www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org
Thursdays, April 5, 12, 19 & 26 Tai Chi for Health This weekly tai chi class will explore the tai chi for diabetes form and build skills from week to week, 10:30 a.m. All ages and abilities are welcome. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.
Monday, April 9 Daybooks Discuss “I’ll Take You There” by Wally Lamb, 1:30 p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available.
Mondays, April 9 & 23 Open Sewing
Sewing machines will be available for independent projects, 6-8 p.m. Bring your own supplies. Volunteers may be on hand to assist you. Register for up to two sessions.
Tuesday, April 10 AfterDinner Too
Discuss “Whiskey and Charlie” by Annabel Smith, 7 p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available.
Come alone or as a team and match wits with others, 6:30-8:45 p.m. Prizes donated by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library.
Fridays, April 13, 20 & 27 Coffee and Conversation
April 13 — Voice of the Mountains: Learn about a visionary of the Adirondacks, in a one-woman show. 1-2 p.m. program; 2-3 p.m. coffee hour. April 20 — To Life! Part IV: Richard Feldman returns with songs from popular American musicals. 1-2 p.m. program; 2-3 p.m. coffee hour. Aprl 27 — Enterprising Waters — New York’s Erie
Canal: An overview of New York State Museum exhibit. 1-2 p.m. program; 2-3 p.m. coffee hour.
Thursday, April 19 Listening Parties: April Showers
Talk about why there are so many songs about rain, 7 p.m.
Monday, April 23 Introduction to Facebook
Find out what Facebook is all about and how to use it, 10 a.m.-noon. For adults new to Facebook. Sign up for one session.
Sunday, April 29 Knit One Purl One
If you’re an experienced knitter, bring your current project. If you’re a beginner, bring size 8 knitting needles; we’ll provide yarn and get you started, 2-3 p.m.
CROSSWORD ANSWERS
94 1924 – 2018
• Assisted Living • Memory Care • Enhanced Care • Respite Care
Add Your Event to our Monthly Calendar for Older Adults! Does your organization have an event of interest to older adults? If so, we want to know about it!
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All listings must include date, time, location, contact information and any fees. Please do not exceed 90 words per item listing.
For more information, please call Michael Hallisey at 518-439-4949
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Events must be submitted via email to: halliseym@spotlightnews.com Deadline is the first of the month prior to publication.
Ongoing Fitness Class Schedule Spring 2018
All are welcome. Join anytime!
Registration is recommended—call the phone numbers provided below. There are no fees for these programs, compliments of MVP Health Care®!
Mondays, through May 14 MVP Striders Walking Club 8:30–9:30 am
Viaport Rotterdam, Food Court New Location
1-800-665-7924
MVP Zumba Gold®
9:30–10:15 am Saratoga Senior Center
518-584-1621
MVP Chair Moves
10:30–11:15 am Village of Colonie Senior Center
518-869-7172
Tuesdays, through May 15 MVP Zumba Gold®/Bokwa® 11:00–11:45 am National Museum of Dance
1-800-665-7924
MVP Chair Moves
1-800-665-7924
1:00–1:45 pm
Niskayuna Senior Center
Wednesdays, through May 16 MVP Striders Walking Club 9:00–10:00 am Colonie Center Mall, Lower Level 1-800-665-7924
Thursdays, through May 17 MVP Chair Moves
10:30–11:15 am Schenectady Senior Center New Location
1-800-665-7924
1:00–1:45 pm
1-800-665-7924
Fridays, through May 18 MVP Bokwa® Classes held April 13–May 18
Belltrone Living Center
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So much to do. So little time. The Meadows at Glenwyck and The Summit at Saratoga aren’t just places to live. They’re adventures in living. Our unique Senior Engaged Life® (SEL) program will help you lead a full, active, satisfying life through a wide array of physical, social and educational programs. Participate in yoga classes, tai chi and line dancing. Stay sharp with learning programs that enhance memory and cognition. Learn to paint or draw. Give or enjoy a music recital. Join your neighbors for a potluck dinner. Take in a play or concert. And take advantage of our convenient concierge services. All included in your rent.
Plus, you’ll love our elegantly appointed, bright, spacious apartments and our luxurious clubhouse with everything from a cozy great room, fitness center, hot tub, pool and sauna to a tavern, movie theater and full-service salon. Discover independent retirement living as it was meant to be. Vibrant, busy and fully engaged with life.
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