PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

You can be kind without ever saying a word

1. Smiles are irresistible. Don’t hesitate to smile warmly at friends, family, colleagues and even...strangers.

2. Write hand-written thank-you notes. The notes don’t need to be an essay, and people love to receive them. It’s the personal touch.

3. Pay it forward - When you are in a coffee shop, maybe you could buy a coffee or cake in advance for the next customer that comes in.

4. When you see a homeless person, think about how you might be able to help them in some way. Buy a nutritious lunch.

5. That thing you’re going to sell—why not give it away for free?

6. Send flowers to someone unexpectedly.

7. Hold doors open. Even for people who are a little further away from the door than usual.

8. Pay compliments to those you meet.

9. Does someone owe you money? Forgive the debt.

10. When a person is talking to you—really listen to them.

11. Ask a neighbor if they need help.

12. Tell your loved ones that you love them. Regularly.

13. When you are served in a shop, bar, restaurant etc, make eye contact and sincerely thank the employee for their help.

14. If you know that someone is particularly busy, offer to take their dog for a walk.

15. When a thought of generosity arises within you, act on it. Don’t hold back.

16. Take a friend to dinner.

17. Stand up for others.

18. Stop complaining.

19. Standing in line? Let someone go before you.

20. Tell someone that they look nice.

A Message from Sue Royer

“I was born and raised in inner city Chicago, the sixth of eighteen children with fifteen brothers. Being the oldest daughter, I was always a caregiver which I believe influenced me to pursue work in the healthcare industry. Today, I have three daughters and five grandchildren.

Years ago, I volunteered for hospice and knew immediately that helping seniors was my calling. I was soon employed by hospice but I felt something was missing. I realized it was the limited time I was able to spend with my clients. Having my own business allows me to provide the intimate hands on service needed in our community. I am committed to our seniors throughout their lives and I thank the community for the opportunity to serve.”

Sue RoyerDirector

About Us

Since 2002, AAA Senior Placement AZ has been offering FREE services helping seniors find safe, affordable and loving assisted living. When it becomes too difficult for you or your loved ones to safely manage daily living and/or manage medical needs, call Sue Royer for help navigating the many options available.

We are specialists in all levels of assisted living care resources with referrals to Arizona’s best:

• Group Homes

• Assisted Living Communities

• In-Home Primary Care Physicians

• Home Health Care Therapy

• Transportation

• Private Duty In-Home Care

• Respite Care

• Alzheimer’s Care

• Memory Care

• Hospice

• Support Groups

Assisted living resources accepting:

• Private pay

• Arizona Long Term Care-ALTCS

• Medicaid

• VA Benefits

6 Reasons You Should Call

• We are well known and respected in the medical community.

• All clients are given a thorough assessment to determine proper placement needs.

• There is never a fee charged to the senior or their family for our service.

• We are NOT contractually bound to any outside business. This allows us to serve our clients with only their interests in mind.

• Years of knowledge and experience in the field of senior care.

• AAA Senior Placement AZ is family owned, allowing us to give you quality, personalized service.

MR. CLEAN

FAST & FURIOUS

Everyone hates to clean, but everyone loves a clean house. Is there a best way to clean your house fast? Follow this step-by-step guide to make the most of your time and clean your house fast.

CROSSWORD SOLUTION

FROM PAGE 37

1. Clean the whole house, not one room at a time Pick one task and do it in every room in the house.

2. Clear the clutter

Go room to room and pick up the clutter.

3. Dust and vacuum

Begin dusting and vacuuming.

4. Wipe mirrors and glass

Wipe mirrors and glass with one damp microfiber cloth, followed by one dry cloth.

5. Disinfect countertops and surface areas

Disinfect countertops and surface areas, particularly the ones that might deliver germs to people’s fingers and faces.

6. Focus on tubs, sinks and toilets

Spray cleaner on the kitchen sink then on bathroom sinks, tubs and toilets. Then start scrubbing.

7. Sweep, then mop

Sweep the kitchen and bathroom floors. Start mopping from the farthest corner of the room and move backwards towards the doorway.

The VA is gearing up to spend $30 million on case managers to support homeless veterans for two years beginning this October. The case managers will assist with searching for and obtaining permanent housing and troubleshooting barriers to keeping that housing, such as poor credit histories, overdue rent, legal problems and more.

The VA goes by the Housing First philosophy: The veteran needs the stability of housing before taking additional steps to improve quality of life. If you know someone who is a homeless vet, call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877-4AIDVET (877-424-3838) or visit www.va.gov/ homeless

If you know someone that is likely to be homeless soon, help them not wait until the last minute. Have them reach out for help now. Veterans can also go to your closest VA medical center. While you’re there, ask about Community Resource and Referral Centers (CRRCs) and their list of contacts who have the resources to help.