Capital District Senior Spotlight - May 2017

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MAY 2017

NO. 5

The story behind the camera Part II

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Editor’s desk

The Old Man and the Road A lesson learned through a chance encounter with an old truck driver

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ne night, Sandy, Kristen and I found ourselves sitting at the truck stop in the Port of Albany late at night, talking to a couple of veteran truck drivers.

We were just college kids with nothing else better to do on a summer night than to play around with the CB radio. At one point, these two truckers caught our attention. Truth be told, the voices of two, young women caught the attention of these truckers, who promptly invited us to share a coffee with them.

We came across the two seated at a table in the middle of the cafeteria. One table, and about 25 years, separated the two men. Already, they were swapping stories of time on the road when we walked up. We sat down and mostly listened as they tried to best one another with tales involving obnoxious “four wheelers,” car drivers. Their names escape me now, but we learned a few lessons about driving and life for about an hour.

The older of the two drivers looked like he was close to retirement. Naturally, the question was broached as to whether or not I was dating either of the two girls I was with. “He wishes,” was Kristen’s go-to response, always eliciting a smirk or a chuckle. Ironically, it was the older gentleman who asked. (As I get older, I recognize the devil may care attitude that comes with age.) Neither was looking for a date. It was just a question between strangers, and a polite way to introduce us to the on-going conversation. Our experiences, both in life and on the road, was merely a blink compared to their own. Still, they listened.

Before long, the older gentleman stood up with a groan before announcing he was “retiring to his wheelchair.” Associating his truck to a wheelchair was something that always stuck with me. Creative, yet appropriate. After all, he was spending 10-hour days behind the wheel, where white-collar workers enjoyed more freedom. Though tethered to a desk, they at least had the occasional walk to the water cooler.

With all due respect, I didn’t want to imagine such a life. A sedentary life, spending all day relatively motionless in a chair. That was not the life for me.

Flash forward 20 years, I now refer to my desk as my wheelchair. It doesn’t get me anywhere, but it’s where you’ll find me most of the day. Like most Americans, my walking is limited to bathroom breaks, trips to the water cooler and little else. When I was gifted with a FitBit a few years ago, I marveled at the technology used to quantify everything from daily activity to my nightly sleep pattern. The novelty wore off once I learned to digest the data. I would set a goal of 10,000 steps each day. Someone said that was a good goal. However, I found it a challenge just to reach 5,000 steps. I lead a sedentary life.

“Get out and walk,” is this month’s inside feature, and it helps explain that even the simplest effort to improve your health is one worth making. It’s a continued life lesson I first learned at an Albany truck stop.

Sincerely, Michael Hallisey, Editor

May 2017 Features Get out and walk

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Columnists Social Security Corner

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Medical Corner

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Retiring Retirement

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Ask Your Daughter

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Veteran Next Door

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Senior Services Colonie Senior Service Centers

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Niskayuna Senior Center

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Troy Area Senior Service Center

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Bethlehem Public Library

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Voorheesville Public Library

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Albany JCC

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Senior Services of Albany

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Senior calendars Colonie Senior Services

Come join us for a Special Lunch, provided by Mazzone Hospitality’s PRIME Life, on Monday, May 8 at the Beltrone Living Center at 12 p.m. We will be serving Taco Lasagna with entertainment

by Arnold Siem.*

Defensive Driving Class Save on your auto insurance and mark your calendar for Tuesday, May 9 and Wednesday, May 10 for a two part defensive driving class.

This class will run from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for $25. The class is open to drivers of any age. For more information and to RSVP call 459-2857, ext.

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Mother’s Day Fashion Show On Friday, May 12 Colonie Senior Service Centers will present “Fashion, Friends, Fun.” Mother’s Day Fashion Show and Luncheon. All funds raised at the event benefit Transportation Services.

For more information or to RSVP to this event, please call 459-2857 ext. 327.

Umbrella luncheon The Umbrella of Colonie will host a luncheon for Umbrella members and handymen on Tuesday, May 17 at 12 p.m. in the Lakeview Dining room.

Special Dinner Come and join us for a Special Dinner, provided

by Mazzone Hospitality’s PRIME Life, on Monday, May 22 at the Beltrone Living Center at 5 p.m. We will be serving a Turkey Dinner topped with Gravy with entertainment by Eric Petersen.*

Tool Box As you get that burst of desire to begin spring cleaning, keep the Tool Box in mind, because why throw away your tools when you have the opportunity to donate them?

Stop in between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays or Saturdays and work with our friendly and knowledgeable volunteers to pass your “old friends” on to the next tool lover. If you have any questions about what we accept, give us a call at 608-4758 or email toolbox@colonieseniors.org. *** Call 459-2857 ext. 303 to RSVP for any of the above *Senior Dining, an Albany County Congregate Meal Program, is funded in part by the Albany County Dept. for Aging, the NYS Office for Aging, US Administration on Aging, the Town of Colonie & participant contributions.

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OPEN HOUSE Thursday, May 18, 2017 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Visit:

Kingsway Village Apartments Y 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.

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Senior calendars Niskayuna Senior Center 2682 Aqueduct Road, Niskayuna Rosemarie Mullaney, 372-4969

Ongoing activities Tuesdays 10 a.m. to noon — Scrabble, cards, bridge, Wii bowling and mahjong 10:30 a.m. — Line dancing with Maryde King Noon — Lunch 1 to 3 p.m. — Bingo, Jongg or bridge

Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon — Scrabble, cards, bridge, Wii bowling and mahjong 10:30 a.m. — Bocce, pickle ball Noon — Lunch 12:45 to 3:30 p.m. — Bridge 1 to 3 p.m. — Bingo, Jongg or bridge

Upcoming events Tom’s Walk-in Computer Clinic — Tuesday, May 2 Cinco De Mayo — Thursday, May 4 May Birthday Party — Thursday, May 4 Albany Institute of History & Art Trip* — Thursday, May 11 Computer Class with Tom — Tuesday, May 16 Olive Garden Lunch Trip* — Thursday, May 25 Art Class with Edie — Tuesday, May 30 Senior Advisory Committee Meeting — Tuesday, May 30 * additional fee

Class information Computer Classes We have an expert-led walkin clinic on the first Tuesday of every month from 9 a.m. to noon, and an instructor-led computer class the third Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m.

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mediums will be offered.

Zumba Gold classes We offer a dance fitness program designed for beginners to experienced seniors.

Get fit while having fun.

members. Join our expert, Tom Krauser, to expand your comBridge puter skills in our computer lab, If you are interested in located on the first floor of the playing bridge or just want to Senior Center. Call 372-4969 be a substitute, call 372-4969. to reserve your spot.

Bus transportation

Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg is played on We offer door-to-door bus Tuesdays and Thursdays at the transportation to Niskayuna Senior Center at 10 a.m. and residents ages 60 and older 1 p.m. If you are interested each Tuesday and Thursday be- in learning or playing, please tween 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for $5 call mahjong coordinator Joan per round trip. The bus can be Almas at 888-6973. used for transportation to the 4 p.m. Fitness Senior Center for our programs This class offers a low-impact and lunch, or for appointments cardio segment and exercises and shopping within Schenectady County. If you are new to increase strength, flexibility (stretching) and balance. A reto us, please call 372-4969 for laxation component is included. an appointment. Returning Proper breathing is emphasized. patrons can call 495-6202 to schedule transportation.

Hot lunches Chef-prepared meals are served at noon for a cost of $5.

Monthly menu/activity calendars are available at the Senior Center, Niskayuna Town Hall or online at www.niskayuna.org.

We offer a vegetarian entrée on the last Thursday of each month.

9 a.m. Fitness Our senior fitness classes include a low-impact cardio segment and chair exercises (seated and standing). Work with free weights and dowels are included. Class content is focused on maintaining or increasing strength, flexibility and balance.

Proper breathing is emphasized.

MVP Chair Moves This chair-based class emphasizes strengthening, limbering and stretching exercises for upper and lower limbs. Standing options demonstrated based on ability.

Art club Join us for a drop-in painting club the last Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. Professional artist-led art projects in various

Hand weights and mats for floor work are included.

Senior Advisory Committee The Senior Advisory Committee helps plan senior programs and activities, and advises the Town Board regarding senior issues. The committee meets monthly at the senior center on the last Tuesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. If you are interested in participating, contact Lisa Weber, chair of parks and community programs, by email at lweber@niskayuna.org.

Get connected Become a member and receive email notifications of events and trips, as well as newsletters mailed directly to your home. You can also connect on Facebook at www. facebook.com/Niskayuna SeniorCenter. Please call the center for more information.

Troy Area Senior Service Center 19 Third St., Troy Michele Hendry, 270-5348

Activities Boutique — Come in and do a little shopping in our Boutique. We have clothing, jewelry, shoes, and some unique items to purchase. We also accept donations at this site. All proceeds help support the Troy Senior Center.

Haircuts — The hairdresser will be here Monday, May 1 at 10a.m.

Racino — Tuesday, May 9 a.m.

Membership Meeting — Thursday, May 11 at 10:30 a.m.

Donny “Elvis” Performs — Friday, May 12. Must have lunch reservation!

Mother’s Day Special Dinner — Wednesday, May 17. With entertainment by Mike DeAngelis. Must have lunch reservation!

Tai Chi — Class offered on Thursdays at 9:15 a.m.

Arts 4 Vets — Meets every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Stop in on Tuesdays if interested.

Crafts — Every Thursday at 9 a.m.

Line Dancing: Join the Uncle Sam Sparklers every Thursday at 1 p.m. This class is for women.

Osteo Aerobics — Class meets every Thursday at 10:30 a.m.

Aerobics — Classes meet Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:30 a.m.

Swimming — Every Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the Lansingburgh Boys and Girls Club Bowling — Every Monday at 12:30 p.m. at the Uncle Sam Atrium.

For more information, call Michele at 270-5348.

Medical Corner

Cataract is not always cloudy By

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DR. PAMELA KAW

ataract surgery is currently one of the most commonly performed surgery. For most patients, improvement in vision is dramatic.

I’d like to give an analogy of a camera to educate about cataracts. This is because the human eye works like a camera.

There is a lens combination (lens and cornea) that allows light to focus inside the eye, a shutter mechanism (iris and pupil) that controls the amount of light that enters and a picture card (retina) where the images are processed. Among the two parts of the lens combination, cornea retains a relatively stable structure lifelong but the lens starts to age early and fails to focus properly between the ages of forty and fifty. This is when people need reading glasses or bifocals to focus on near or small objects. In some people, no more progression occurs.

But in many people, who develop visually significant cataracts, not only does the lens not focus, it also loses its transparency and limits or distorts the entry of light into the eye. Now the glasses do not work anymore. In most people this is a slow process. A combination of factors like genetics, exposure to UV light, diabetes, trauma, use of chronic steroids, malnutrition play a role in the speed by which the human lens ages. When the cataract starts to interfere with patient’s vision and quality of life, it needs to be surgically removed and replaced by an artificial implant, also called the intraocular lens (IOL ) Ophthalmology has always embraced cutting-edge technology. An engineering field devoted exclusively to optics has resulted in extremely sensitive microscopes with the excellent resolution that transformed the visualization of the eye during surgery. The same field helped refine the intraocular lens technology and now it is possible to offer patients the kind of vision that they desire for themselves based on their own specific needs. Prior to the lens implant technology, people had to wear glasses with extremely thick lenses to have functional vision after cataract surgery.

However, these glasses were very difficult to adapt to because of significant distortions created by the thickness of the lenses.

Thankfully by the end of last century, scientists could miniaturize these lenses to the size where they could be inserted inside the eye into the exact location of the natural lens. No more of distortions!!! And the bonus is less dependence on glasses because these implants are available in so many sizes that we generally find one to fit everyone.

The technique of removal of cataract, called phacoemulsification, is by far the brightest innovation so far. This technique allowed the surgeons to reduce the cataract incision size to about 2-3 mm, small enough to not need a suture, and has resulted in decreasing the surgical time to about 20 mins. All of this has resulted in drastically low rates of vision-threatening complications. This, in turn, has enabled surgeons to remove cataracts at an earlier stage, sometimes as early as when patients first start to have vision changes from cataract formation. So now patients do

not have to wait for a cataract to get mature or “cloudy’ before it can be removed!!

A variety of IOLs are available in the market. The terms can be confusing. It’s best to start the discussion with the surgeon because depending on the health of the eye, some IOLs may be contraindicated. Some eye conditions, for e.g., glaucoma, macular degeneration, history of retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy and others are not suited for some IOLs. Surgeons also like to ask multiple questions about your lifestyle and may examine the size of the pupil in light and dark before making recommendations.

The following are some salient features of some of the IOLs commonly used: First generation IOLs are mono focal and provide clear vision for either distance or for up-close but not both. Most people prefer to be able to see far without having to wear glasses and don’t mind using over-the-counter reading glasses for near work. Provided these people do not have significant astigmatism (where the shape of the eyes is not completely spherical but oblong), these IOLs work extremely well. These IOLs create least amount of halos and glare after surgery. Health Insurance covers the cost of the lens implant and the testing involved.

Many patients are mostly spectacle free but at times need over the counter readers or bifocals.

Second generation IOLs are multifocal and have different zones for near and distance focus. A reasonable degree of independence from glasses is achieved provided both eyes are operated within two to three weeks. Halos and glare may occur in the postoperative period, sometimes lasting for a few months.

These symptoms generally do get better with time though.

Health Insurance does not cover the cost of the lens implant and the testing involved over what it would pay for the firstgeneration lens.

Toric IOLs that are recommended to correct moderate to high degree of astigmatism. These lenses do not generally cause halos and glare. Patients may need bifocals or readers for occasional use. Health Insurance does not cover the cost of the lens implant and the testing involved over what it would pay for the first-generation lens.

To summarize, cataract is a common age related condition that causes reversible distortion in vision. Vision is corrected significantly either with glasses and/or surgery. Technology has significantly lowered the complication rate of cataract surgery and most people have excellent outcomes.

About Author: Pamela Kaw MD is an ophthalmologist in private practice in Troy. Please email her at pamkaw@gmail.com for any questions that you may have regarding this article.

Disclaimer: It is very important to use this article only for informational purposes. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Your eye care professional is best suited to give you specific advice regarding the health of your eye and any treatment that you may need.

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Senior calendars Bethlehem Public Library 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar 439-9314 www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org

Monday, May 1 Intro to Microsoft Excel Also May 8. Find out how to get started with the spreadsheet software in this two-session program, 10 a.m. to noon.

Sign up online or call

cluding chess, color and socialize, 6 to 8:30 p.m. An optional Locked Box Challenge at the beginning of the program that lasts 30 to 45 minutes allows you to work collaboratively with a group to open a locked box by solving a series of clues.

Thursday, May 4

Open Sewing

The library’s sewing machines will be available for independent projects. Bring your own supplies. Volunteers may be available to assist you, 6-8 p.m. Sign up for one or more two-hour sessions.

Fun and Games for Grownups

Thursday Cinema Watch “Life, Animated” (Sony Pictures, PG, 92 min.) about a young autistic man who develops reading, writing and communication skills by watching.

Friday, May 5

An adults-only gathering where you can play games, in-

Coffee & Conversation: Amelia Earhart and Flight

Learn more about “The Flying Feminist” and worldfamous aviator through slides, music and artifacts courtesy of SUNY Poly CMOST. This year marks the 80th anniversary of her disappearance. 1 to 3 p.m.

edge recommended, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. or 7 to 8 p.m. Sign up for one session.

Tuesday, May 9

Art and Science of Getting a Job

Learn the importance of network building and research, and get some tips on DayBooks working in public service Discuss “Fates and Fuand being prepared for a job ries” by Lauren Groff, 1:30 offer, 7 p.m. Sign up online p.m. Copies are available at the or call. Presented by Evelyn information desk. Large-print Neale, president of Successaudio and downloadable copies ful Change, Inc. and director may be available. of the Colonie Town Library.

Supported by funds from the Budget presentation New York State Library’s Budget presentation in the first half-hour. All meetings are Adult Literacy Library Services Program. open to the public, 6 p.m.

Monday, May 8

Sew It Yourself:

Envelope Clutch Bring 1/2 yard each of two coordinating cotton fabrics to create a simple clutch pouch.

Basic sewing machine knowl-

Wednesday, May 10 Resume Tools Tips, tricks and one-on-one help formatting a resume and

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cover letter., 7 p.m. Sign up Library budget vote online or call. Presented by Budget and one seat on the Sarah McFadden with the library board, with a five-year Cornell Cooperative Extension term, will be on the ballot. of Rensselaer County.

Vote takes place at Bethlehem Central High School, 7 a.m.-9 AfterDinner Books p.m.

Discuss “Circling the Sun”

by Paula McLain, 7 p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio Listening Parties and downloadable copies may Listen to and discuss Brad be available.

Mehldau, an innovative and lyrical jazz pianist and composer, 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 18

Friday, May 12 Coffee & Conversation: Jia-yi He

This unique musical performer and harmonica virtuoso has played in concerts worldwide, as well as on “America’s Got Talent.” 1-3 p.m. Hourlong program is followed by a coffee hour featuring beverages and light refreshments.

Sunday, May 14 Sunday Cinema Watch “La La Land” (Lionsgate, PG-13, 128 min.), a musical about finding love and success in Hollywood, 2 p.m.

Monday, May 15 Trivia Night Sign up alone or as a team and match wits with others, 7-8:15 p.m. Prizes donated by the Friends.

Craft, Color and Create Get creative at one of several crafting stations (zentangle, puzzles, etc.) with some supplies provided, or bring your own knitting project, 2-3:30 p.m. Snacks served!

What is Facebook?

Learn the hows and whys of this popular social media tool and show you how to create your own account. Bring your digital device if you have one, 9:30-11 a.m. Sign up online or call. The Albany Guardian Society co-sponsors.

Tuesday, May 16 Craft, Color and Create Get creative at one of several crafting stations (zentangle, puzzles, etc.) with some supplies provided, or bring your own knitting project, 7-8:30 p.m. Snacks served!

Friday, May 19 Coffee & Conversation: JFK and Camelot Marking what would have been the 100th birthday of John F. Kennedy, Professor Eric Martell will discuss his presidency and the “Camelot” years. 1-3 p.m.Hourlong program is followed by a coffee hour featuring beverages and light refreshments.

Sunday, May 21 Adirondack Baroque Consort A musical experience featuring rare instruments, such as the rauschpfeife, hurdy-gurdy, harpischord and more, 2-3 p.m.

Monday, May 22 DayWriters Spend an hour writing with the final half hour for optional sharing and feedback. Open to anyone interested in writing; all abilities and genres are welcome,1:30-3 p.m.

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Monday, May 22 Open Sewing The library’s sewing machines will be available for independent projects. Bring your own supplies. Volunteers may be available to assist you, 6-8 p.m. Sign up for one or more two-hour sessions.

May 27-29 Library closed for Memorial Day Weekend *** Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

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Feature Story

Get out and walk It’s simple. It’s affordable. It can save your life.

By Michael Hallisey and Tresa Erickson

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’m used to people telling me I’m doing it wrong,” said Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan, before a crowd of 300 people gathered in front of Albany Medical Center. “You should be taking a car, not walking.”

The day was set aside for hospital employees, community leaders and members of the American Heart Association to take part in National Walking Day — a promotion to introduce the health benefits of walking each day. Something the 53-yearold avid walker already knows.

Sheehan said she makes an effort to walk at least 15 minutes every day. As busy Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan as Sheehan is each day, she recognizes how each walk makes her feel better and healthier. But, for many Americans, as simple as walking may be for exercise, even this task is difficult to pencil into a busy work week.

Studies have suggested that moderate physical activity has many proven benefits for overall health, such as lowering blood pressure, increasing HDL, or “good,” cholesterol and controlling weight. All these changes help to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke, the nation’s No. 1 and No. 5 killers.

And, many of the deaths associated with cardiovascular disease, including stroke, could have been prevented through better diets and exercise.

Healthy steps Start with your diet. Keep a journal of what you eat for one week and then sit down and analyze it. How much fat do you consume? Your fat caloric intake should not exceed more than 30 percent of your total diet in a week’s time. What kind of fats do you consume? Keep saturated fats to a minimum and make sure you include some polyunsaturated fats in your diet, such as those found in margarine or cooking oil.

Eat a variety of foods and pay attention to portion sizes, especially protein. You shouldn’t eat more than six ounces of protein per day. Although a good source of protein, egg yolks are high in cholesterol. Keep the cholesterol down by substituting whole eggs with one egg yolk and two or three egg whites, depending on the number of eggs called for.

Watch your salt and sugar intake. High salt intake can lead to hypertension, a precursor to heart disease. Think twice before reaching for the saltshaker and try to limit your consumption of processed foods, which usually contain a lot of salt. Although sugar isn’t directly related to heart disease, a diet high in it often translates to a diet high in calories and low in complex carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Grab a banana or apple instead of a snack cake.

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Choose healthier foods when shopping, cooking or eating out. Look for words that might signal a food is high in fat, such as “buttered, fried, creamed, au gratin or scalloped.” Purchase the reduced-fat, low-fat or fat-free version of your favorite foods.

Be wary of the calorie count, though. Some foods may be low in fat but high in calories. If possible, ask that any dressings or sauces be put on the side when dining out and replace ingredients high in fat and calories with reduced versions when cooking.

Pay attention to your weight. Eat healthy and exercise regularly to maintain your weight. If you are overweight, do your best to shed the extra pounds. Stay away from fad diets, though. They are dangerous and any weight you lose will probably return as soon as you stop the diet.

Remember, the best way to lose weight is through proper diet and exercise.

Albany Medical Center Cardiologist Dr. Mandeep Sidhu (right) leads a group of 300 walkers for a “walk in the park,” Wednesday, April 5 for National Walking Day at Albany Medical Center.

Photo by Michael Hallisey / Spotight News

More walking The American Heart Association recommends adults participate in at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity aerobic activity or a combination of both each week. Kids should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day. “[Walking is] a tremendous benefit,” said Albany Medical Center Cardiologist Dr. Mandeep Sidhu. “For seniors in particular, it’s important to maintain mobility, and for a cardiovascular perspective as well. For an overall health perspective, it’s really important.

“There’s no doubt that that loss of mobility can lead to other issues, but from a cardiovascular standpoint, activity and walking alone can help towards overall health.” People often loss mobility as they grow older. Sidhu still suggests some form of activity for each day. Whereas younger generations are asked to walk for a certain amount of time each day and week, those who find it difficult to walk should simply set a goal to walk each day, regardless of time or distance. “It’s more about fitting that daily walk in to form a habit,” said Sidhu. “For them, I think it’s more critical around company. Having a social network during that walking process. I think it makes it more enjoyable for any of us.”

Before changing your diet or introducing exercise into your daily routine, you should first consult your physician. For more healthy lifestyle tips and information on medical warning signs, visit the American Heart Association at www.heart.org.

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Retiring Retirement

Seniors over sixty who are finishing strong

The story behind the camera, Part II

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n Part 1 of this profile, we learned that the remarkable Bill Womer of Latham was the poster child for reinventing himself in the thrust of his golden years.

With “Multi-Talent” being his middle name, it comes as no surprise that the musician, teacher and entrepreneur was able to transition into filmmaking at 68.

Bill’s creative shoots can revolve around real estate, the reality-television genre, sitdowns with seniors wanting to record their life story for posterity or can take flight utilizing his experience with

model airplanes to segue into piloting his video-drone to capture a commanding aerial views Each project seems to fasten itself to the heart of this artist.

“When I’m doing ‘Legacy’ senior citizen interviews,” he said, “I want to preserve the wonderful parts of their lives for future generations. It’s universal to see experiences go from being vivid memories to being faint recollections to being lost. That drives me. In one interview, I got a tear in my eye because I knew the man well and yet discovered a new understanding of him from

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filming his story.”

His skillful use of drones led a movie director to call on Womer for a sweeping aerial view for a key shot in a feature film called “The Way Forward” shot in Coeymans.

When he’s not realityfilming Cohoes Mayor Shawn Morse during onsite visits for the city’s $9 million commercial and residential downtown revitalization project, Womer is preparing or shooting exceptionally emotive films for worthy non-profits such as Jezreel, The Alpha Center and The Capital City Rescue Mission.

In the latter case, Womer’s

Robert LaCosta moving portraits of the true redemptive stories of the homeless motivates viewers to get involved through volunteerism and financial support.

And when the lights are out and the camera isn’t rolling, he is making his own memories as a husband, dad and grandfather.

For more information on Womer’s About Town Films, call 518-221-6531.

Robert J. LaCosta is the founder of Sonrisen.com where his inspirational devotional blogs appear every weekday. To suggest a senior for this column, write norepcom@gmail.com.

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Thursday Afternoon Movies Thursdays May 4, 11, 18 and 25 Join us every Thursday at 1:30 p.m. to watch a classic movie on our giant screen.

Check our website for titles and descriptions.

Nimblefingers Craft Group Tuesdays May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 Bring your projects, socialize, and connect with other crafters. Share your own special talents or learn a new knitting, crocheting, embroidery or quilting skill. All crafters are welcome to join the group, which meets from 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. every Thursday.

Race and the Constitution: Monday, May 1, 7:00 p.m.

This last program in the series looks at racism in the U.S. as a series of legal problems. We discuss the key rights established by court rulings as well as legislation, and examine those rights in operation. Issues will be addressed in historical context, and the legal system will be explored. The program will be led by Stephan Haimowitz ( JD, Rutgers University, 1975) who has worked on a broad range of civil rights matters. Everyone is welcome!

Call the library to register.

Medicare 101 Wednesdays May 3 and 10 10:00 a.m.

If you are enrolled in Medicare or soon to be enrolled,

you may have questions. Janey Kiffney, a certified Medicare Counselor with the New York State’s Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP), will present a program on Medicare. Please note this is a two part program and will meet again Wednesday, May 10 at 10 a.m. Call the library to register.

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Planning Your Garden Tuesday, May 16 7:00 p.m.

It’s time to plan your outdoor garden. Come explore the Voorheesville Library Seed Collection, talk with local gardeners about planning your vegetable garden and pick some interesting seeds to plant now! Discussion led by local gardener Sharon Miller. Call the library to register.

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DIY: Herbal Teas From Your Garden Wednesday, May 17 7 to 8 p.m.

Learn all about teas and tisanes, especially those that you can grow in your garden.

Health benefits, growing techniques, brewing styles and drink recipes will all be discussed. No tea talk would be complete without tasting.

Adult Coloring Book Club Wednesday, May 31 6 to 8 p.m.

Each month, we provide different coloring sheets to choose from as well as a large selection of colored pencils, markers, and crayons. Relax and enjoy some you time.

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Ask Your Daughter

Passing the torch on holiday duties would go, what we would eat, Tradition is a guide and not and what we would do. There a jailer.

— W. Somerset Maugham was grandma’s ham and lumpfree mashed potatoes at Easter, followed by the highly comy birth family is petitive and lucrative money small; a mother, father and younger hunt. My sister’s huge turkey and her equally huge tubs of sister. We live in stuffing and gravy (enough to close proximity and spend all mayor holidays with each other. feed 3 times as many people as were expected), topped off with About 35 years ago, in a postice cream and pie. And my holiday food stupor, a holiday covenant was forged. My sisters comparatively small (in terms would preside over Thanksgiving, of quantity) but large variety of finger foods for Christmas I would host Christmas and my which preceded a feisty gift mother would be in charge of Easter. Over the years our family exchange game.

However, over the last five gatherings have been relatively small, reasonably uncomplicated years or so a small wrinkle has developed and that wrinkle and rather predictable. There is about to explode into a was grandma and grandpa; my full blown dethronement. It sister, her husband and her two started simply enough, with a children; and my husband, me and my two children. A table for few new people showing up at the holiday table. At first it was 10 was all we needed.

Each holiday became just a girlfriend here and there, swathed in its own traditions and then the first “wife” apand we always knew where we peared soon to be followed by

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another and then another. Two years ago, the first grandchild made her entrance and then one of the newcomers came with two more kids. Suddenly our comfortable table for 10 could no longer hold us.

Yesterday after consuming grandmas’ ham and lump-free mashed potatoes, the announcement was made. My niece would be taking over the Easter holiday. It would become a “blended holiday” , with her husband inviting his family and her inviting all of us. The money hunt will probably no longer work and grandma did not need to bring her ham or mashed potatoes; for going forward, the food would be varied with an international flair. Then my son put his bid in for Thanksgiving and the old guard (my sister, my mother and I) just sat there stunned into muteness.

Monika Boeckmann It would seem that the time has come to pass the baton to the next generation. I was engulfed by feelings of pride (we raised responsible adults); feelings of relief (it has become a lot of work); and feelings of uncertainty. What will we eat, where will we go and what will we do in 2018? I can’t help but wonder which traditions will make the cut and which will not? What will our new roles be, once we are no longer “in charge”. Which family will get to sit at the head of the table? How can we all fit?

If you are at all interested in further discussing or explore this idea, please send me an email to mboeckmann@ seniorservicesofalbany.com or write to me at Senior Services of Albany, 32 Essex Street Albany, NY 12206.

Be well and be happy, Monika

Senior calendars Albany JCC, Adult Department 340 Whitehall Road, Albany 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. the day of the meal. Suggested donation: $5 per person. Guests under 60 pay $10.

Health & Services Fair

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10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The Albany JCC, at 340 Whitehall Road hosts a free health fair with screenings, information booths, quick adult haircuts, refreshments, chair massage.

Live and Learn Series Live and Learn Lecture Lunch Series. $15 per lecture lunch. $13 JCC Member. Prepaid registration required.

A Journey Of Spirit:

Debbie Friedman and Her Music: Thursday, May 25, 10:30 a.m. -1 p.m.

Presented by Carole Rivel, Jewish music educator, friend, piano accompanist to Debbie Friedman

Mah Jongg Lessons

Tuesdays , 1 to 3 p.m.

May 23, 30, June 6, and 13 Instructor: Nancy Rosen Siegel. $15 prepaid registration required.

Volunteer Tribute

Wednesdays May 17 4 – 6pm

$14 per person. Concert of songs by Chris Dollard, vocalist/pianist. Chicken Marsala dinner. Prepaid reservation required.

Book Mavens Wednesdays 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Book reviews. $2.25 suggested donation per session

Day Trip Sunday, June 4 “Trav’lin: The 1930S Harlem Musical,” at 7 Angels Theatreprofessional theater, Waterbury, Conn. Takes you back to 1930s Harlem with swinging band music- a ‘pure delight.’ $144 a person ($130 for JCC Member).

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Thursday, May 11 1 to 2 p.m.

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Happy Hour Wednesday, May 3 3 to 5 p.m.

Every Wednesday, join us for appetizers, music and dinner at 5 p.m.

Las Vegas Night Friday, May 26 6 p.m.

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Community Dining Lunch: Monday – Friday 12 p.m.. Dinner: Wednesday at 5 p.m.

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Veteran Next Door

Stories from World War II, Korea and Vietnam

Freedom Is...

A student shares his appreciation

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atriot Flight held an essay contest entitled ‘Freedom and What It Means to Me.’ There were two High School students who won a trip to Washington DC. John Drazba won the trip on our April 29, 2017 and the Ben McNutt of Mechanicville High School won the trip on our fall 2017 flight.

The following essay is from John Drazba’s, an 11th grade Niskayuna student, and one of two high school students who won the essay contest. He deserves a generous thank you and recognition for his honor to vetterans and what Freedom is.

“I spring out of my seat, exhilarated at the principal’s morning announcement. On any give day, whether the sun is shining or it is a dark gloomy looking day outside, I feel the overwhelming love for my country all the same. I am honored to stand up, hand over my heart pounding with pride and recite the pledge of allegiance to my flag and my country

ed States of America, a land that guarantees me my freedom. I know there were incredible scarifies made to grant me this privilege. I am proud my grandfather who fought in World War II protecting our freedom and the freedom of other countries. Thanks to him and all our veterans, I have never had to know the fear of bombing and I live a free life.

I do not know hunger, pain and suffering or the restricted speech that persist elsewhere in the world today. I can take comfort in seeing a police officer or soldier and know that they are not working against me to suppress my freedoms but rather to protect them. I can be grateful in their presence rather than fearful.

Today I can pick up the newspaper, itself a symbol of freedom in our country, where anyone is free to speak his or her mind. Next year I will be given the honor and privilege to vote for the first time. The freedom to have a say in country’s government means a lot to me because not everyone in the world shares this freedom.

I feel this way because I am Like any other teenager in this so fortunate to live in the Unit- country, I like video games,

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watch a few videos, give it some practice and before long, master the art of juggling! The choice is mine. There exists so much freedom in this life with so many options of things to do that there isn’t a second to waste feeling sad and helpless.

Whenever I may be feeling down, I get up, brush myself off and realize with all this freedom I can make the change I want to see.

I get to wake every morning to a new day full of promise which I can fill with things I enjoy. I am free to make my own choices from even the simple things such as clothing — John Drazba and hairstyle, to bigger issues 11th Grade Niskayuna like who my friends are, politics Student and the decision as to what it is I want to pursue or maybe just peruse before I die. With freedom I can blaze a trail to learning to drive and hanging out with friends. I am thankful discovering my own happiness.

What will I make of my life? I every day for these freedoms. can do anything.

At my finger tips is all this “Freedom and What It technology, giving me limitMeans to Me” less freedom to decide what it is I’ll tap into next and learn about. What skills will I master? I could say to myself, hey, “I’ve always wanted to — John Drazba learn to juggle.” Then I could 11th Grade Niskayuna Student

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