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Bonner Community Hospice A S ERVICE

B ONNER G ENERAL H OSPITAL

When you choose Bonner Community Hospice, a service of Bonner General Hospital, you and your loved ones receive care from the ONLY local, not-for-profit hospice in the area. Bonner Community Hospice understands the uniqueness of each individual, while maintaining a reverence for life. Hospice care directs itself to the whole person and supports each person’s right to dignity, hope & the highest quality of life in the final days of life. We provide comprehensive, personalized care for patients and their families before and during this transitional time, and support for families after. Patients are eligible for hospice care if they are a resident of Bonner or Boundary counties, have a limited life expectancy, and their physician feels that their life could end in 6 months or less if the disease and/or illness was to follow its natural course. Hospice services are covered by Medicare, Medicaid, & most private insurance plans.

Call (208) 265-1179 for more information. Services Include: Pain Management Specialized Nursing Care Bathing & Personal Care Social Work Services Chaplaincy Volunteer Services

Supportive Counseling Medications to Control Symptoms Medical Supplies & Equipment 24-Hour Access to Hospice Nursing Staff

What Our Patients Say: “I just want to thank you for the great care given me. The nurses always came in smiling and showed great concern to meet my needs.” “A note to thank you for helping my reach my goal of walking comfortably after my hip replacement. The nurses and therapist who came to our home were very helpful and encouraging. I appreciate how closely they worked with my doctor. Thank you for your TLC and encouragement.”

Our Team: Registered Nurses Physical Therapists Occupational Therapists Medical Social Workers Speech Language Pathologists Certified Home Health Aides

Bereavement Services Grief is a normal, often difficult response to the loss of a loved one. Bereavement services are offered free of charge to all community members. Individual grief counseling Support groups Grief education Lending library Children’s programs Annual memorial ceremony

Call (208) 265-1179 for more information about Bereavement Services.

Bonner General Home Health A S ERVICE

B ONNER G ENERAL H OSPITAL

Bonner General Home Health understands: There’s No Place Like Home! When you are sick, disabled, growing older, recovering from an illness or an injury or caring for your newborn, no place is more comfortable than your own home and no care is better than that given by family and loved ones. Often, all that’s needed to maintain your health or hasten your recovery is the professional expertise of nurses, therapists or other healthcare specialists. That’s what Home Health Services is all about. Home Health Services delivers quality, compassionate care in the home setting. We work together with you and your physician to meet your healthcare needs. Most insurance plans cover our skilled, intermittent care.

Call us at (208) 265-1007. We welcome the opportunity to explain the benefits of home care to you in person, and to provide information specially related to your individual needs. Our services cover Bonner & Boundary Counties.

Services Include: Specialized Nursing Care Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Certified Nursing Aids

Medical Social Workers 24-Hour Access to an RN Speech Therapy

In 2012, we made 9,894 home health and hospice visits.

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Features

Time to Change Your Smoking Habits? E-Cigs: An idea whose time has come

About the Cover...................................................... 4 Editorial................................................................... 5 Time to Change Your Smoking Habits?............... 12 Post Surgical Rehab.............................................. 14 Learning to Live.................................................... 16 Dogs and Horses: Our Athletic Friends.............. 18 Life Flight.............................................................. 20 Teaching Independence...................................... 22 The Need for Speed.............................................. 24 Dementia: Early Detection & Prevention........... 28 Expert Pediatric Orthopaedic Care..................... 30 Elder Decision Making & Confict Resolution .... 32 Help for Veterans Needing Home Care ............. 34 Volunteering......................................................... 36 Do You Qualify Now? ........................................... 38 Fireworks from Above.......................................... 46 Finding the Right Fit............................................ 48 Home Health Care vs. Home Care....................... 50 Myths About Social Security................................ 52 Crossword & Sudoku.......................................64-65 Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Go to the Theater!....................................... 66 If They Could Talk................................................. 68

Activities and Events

Do You Qualify Now?

Dogs & Horses: Our Athletic Friends

Aiding the Veteran and their family in determining eligibility

Body work for dogs and horses

Regional Events...................................................... 6 Support Groups...................................................... 9 Meals, Food Banks, Senior Centers..................... 10

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The greater Sandpoint area artists would like you to join them for two fun-filled weekends on a selfguided tour of their private studios. August 9-11 & 16-18th from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm daily. Watch as they create unique works in a variety of mediums: painting, metal sculpture, jewelry, pottery, glass art, woodworking, textile, photography, and digital art. Purchase work directly from the artist or have them create a work of art especially for you. In addition to the studios in town, enjoy a leisurely drive in any direction to the outlying studios. What a wonderful way to spend the weekend seeing art in the making! WATCH FOR STUDIO SIGNS BY THE ROADS! More information and maps: www.ArtTourDrive.org.

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Help Us Reclaim the Future for Millions! Join Us in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Coeur d’Alene – Sept. 29, 2013 Riverstone Park http://act.alz.org/NorthIdaho

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The Friends of Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge is sponsoring their 2nd Annual ART IN THE WILD Fine Art Show, Sept. 21st at the Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge just 5 miles west of Bonners Ferry. Come join us to appreciate nature-themed fine art while enjoying great food and live music. Free educational programs and activities will also be offered. Service animals only please. Check out the Friends website www.friendsofkootenainationalwildliferefuge.org and Facebook pages for other activities and programs going on all summer. Contact Jan Rose 208-267-7791 or KNWR 208-267-3888.

Walk To End Alzheimer’s The Alzheimer’s Association unites the community in a day of easy fun to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Sept. 29th, Riverstone Park, Coeur d’Alene. For more information, call P.J. Christo at 208-666-2996 or Sandi Druffel at 509-473-3390, http://act.alz.org/ NorthIdaho.

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Rummage Room Thrift Store - 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month April-October, from 9:00 am - 2:00 pm in the Clark Fork Methodist Church. If you need help and the room is closed please call 208-266-1234 Arlene Erikson. Anything not sold is donated to another thrift store.

10TH Annual Pink Ribbon Luncheon Come join in the fun and show your support to the men and women who have fought Cancer for their lives. October 19th this event will be at the Chic ‘n Chop in Bonners Ferry. For more information call Margaret 208-267-3751.

Farmers’ Markets Sandpoint: Every Wednesday 3:00 - 5:30 pm, and Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Enjoy open-air market of fresh produce, garden starts, handcrafts, flowers, food and music runs for the season at Farmin Park.

Bonners Ferry: Every Saturday April 27th - October 5th, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm in the downtown Bonners Ferry City parking lot. Special event days: Garden Party May 18, Borders 3 Jamboree Car Show June 1st - Enjoy the market in the morning and the cars, music and fun too! Kids Day July 27th, Harvest Festival October 5th.

Support Groups Bonners Ferry Women’s Cancer Education and Support Group meet the 4th Monday of each month at 12:00 noon in the Panhandle Health District Building, 7402 Caribou Rd. It is open to the public, this meeting has guest speakers and every three months they have a potluck as well. Kids’ Grief Camp: Helping Children Cope with Grief - Ages 8-17 June 14-16th, 2:00 pm Friday - 12:00 noon Sunday, a FREE Weekend Camp Experience in Clark Fork. For young people to meet others who have experienced death in their families, to run, play, laugh and have fun; to recognize fears and concerns, address them, and then relax and have a good time. We listen, share, understand and help. Call Trisha at 208-265-1185 for information/application.

Bird Aviation Museum & Invention Center

Admission is FREE! Vintage Aircraft • Classic Cars • Military Memorabilia Modern Day Patents • Original Prototypes & Models Signed Artwork & Original Signatures of Famous Aviators, Inventors & Astronauts Summer Hours: Monday through Saturday, 8am to 4pm Winter Hours: Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm Café Hours: 11am to 3pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day Contact: (208) 255-4321 for up-to-date information and to arrange a special event or a group visit.

www.birdaviationmuseum.com NOTE: Inventors Association of Idaho meets the first Tuesday of the month. For additional info, visit www.inventorsassociationofidaho.com

Kids Grief Camp Kids And Keys “Darkness to Light” Presentations: How do you protect your children from abuse before they are 18? Come to one of our presentations and learn how for FREE! (Donation requested for workbook). Certificates of Attendance are available. RSVP Kathy Croston at Pend Oreille Crime Victims Services 509-447-2274. Location: 730 W. First Street, Newport, WA May 17, 9:00 am June 18, 6:00 pm July 12, 9:00 am August 12, 9:00 am September 13, 9:00 am October 14, 6:00 pm

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Activities and Events

Bonner Community Hospice Adult Grief Group: Free to residents of Bonner and Boundary Counties. The Group provides an opportunity to share experiences, thoughts and feelings with others that have experienced the loss of someone significant through death. 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 6:00 - 7:30 pm at The Brown House (located next to Bonner General Hospital) For more information contact Trisha 208-265-1179 Priest River Diabetes: Meets the 3rd Monday each month at the Priest River Senior Center - 7:00 pm. Free! Call 208-448-2899 or 208-448-1770 for more information. National Alliance on Mental Illness: Open to anyone interested in mental health issues. We meet the fourth Monday each month at the Panhandle Health Classroom, 7420 Caribou, Bonners Ferry from 6:00 - 8:00 pm, 208-267-5638. Telephone Caregiver Support Group: Are you feeling the need for a support group as a caregiver of Dementia, Alzheimer’s, and Medical Disorders but can’t make it to a local support group? Here is your solution! Call the 1st Monday of each month at 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm to participate in a group session by phone. For more details please contact Kelli Moorehead 800-272-3900 or visit our website at www.alz.org

Community & Senior Centers Community and Senior Centers are great places to meet, have a good meal and enjoy activities, companionship, and just have a fun time. Give them a call and check it out! Blanchard Community/Senior Center: 32564 4th Ave., Spirit Lake, 208-437-1037 email: blanchardnews@aol.com. Call to get on the mailing list for the quarterly newsletter.

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Community Meals Sandpoint: Open to everyone! Monday: Assembly of God, 423 N. Lincoln, 4:00 - 6:00 pm Tuesday: Seventh Day Adventist Agape Cafe, Pine and Division,11:30 am - 1:00 pm Wednesday: Gardenia Center, Church and 4th, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Thursday: United Methodist Church, 711 Main St., 4:00 - 6:00 pm Friday: St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 601 S. Lincoln, 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Priest River Community Center Kitchen: Priest River Senior Center, Monday, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Food Banks Sandpoint: 1707 Culvers Dr. 208-263-3663 M-F 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Clark Fork: 700 Pine Street 208-266-1213 Wed. 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Oldtown: 301 Montana 208-437-0143 M-F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Priest River: 339 Jackson St. 208-448-2352 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Boundary County Food Bank: Bonners Ferry 208-267-3663

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Time to Change Your Smoking Habits?

by Ryan Bliss, The Vapor Depot

n this day and age it is common knowledge that smoking tobacco products like cigarettes, cigars, and pipes is bad for you and those around you. Whatever your reasons for wanting to quit or for your fear of quitting – or even if you don’t want to stop smoking – there is a solution on the market now that might be right for you: electronic cigarettes, cigars, and pipes. Electronic cigarettes – or E-Cigs are available here in Bonner County from one of the first retail outlets in the nation to offer a wide selection of high quality electronic cigarettes and liquids that are licensed and registered through the FDA. That store is The Vapor Depot, located in the Bonner Mall in Ponderay, Idaho. Electronic cigarettes and the vapor they produce do not contain the harmful chemicals that traditional tobacco products do. There are more than 600 ingredients used in the manufacturing of tobacco, including asbestos, DDT, formaldehyde (embalming fluid), and cyanide. When burned, those ingredients turn into more than 4,000 chemicals, such as cadmium (used in batteries) and toluene (an industrial solvent); more than sixty of those chemicals are Category 5 carcinogens, or chemicals known to cause cancer. Many ingredients in tobacco cigarettes are included simply to make cigarettes more addictive. Thirty years ago, these chemicals weren’t used, so people

who smoked and quit back then didn’t have the withdrawal symptoms and the tendency to go back to smoking; quitting “cold turkey” was a little easier. Sadly, today there’s only a 3% success rate quitting smoking using FDA approved cessation products like the patch and nicotine gum. There are only five, all-natural ingredients in The Vapor Depot’s Vapor Juice: di-propylene glycol (often used as a food preservative), distilled water, liquid nicotine (derived from egg plants, tomato plants and potato plants), glycerin and flavoring. Our Vapor Juice is available in a variety of nicotine strengths, including zero nicotine, so you can “step down” your nicotine level slowly over time while still enjoying the feeling of smoking, but without exposing your body or those around you to the thousands of chemicals present in a traditional cigarette. Besides the health benefits, electronic cigarettes don’t have the risk of fire or burns because you don’t have to light them. There is no mess from ashes or butts. There’s no smell. There is no worry of second-hand smoke, because the output of an E-Cig is just harmless water vapor. If you’ve been thinking about quitting smoking, are ready for a change in your smoking habits, or are just ready to be done with the hassle, mess and smell of traditional cigarettes, we at The Vapor Depot encourage you visit our new, larger store and chat with our friendly and knowledgeable staff

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about your smoking habits, nicotine needs, and what you want out of your vaping experience. We can help you choose the device that is right for you, as well as choose a flavor and nicotine strength. We’ll walk you step by step through the set up and operation of your new device, as well as maintenance and care. All in the comfort of our new lounge, complete with a coffee bar and 10foot projection HDTV and Italian leather couches. The Vapor Depot cares about you, our customer, and that’s why we offer excellent expert customer service, warranties on nearly all our products, training programs at our web site as well as in our stores, customer incentives, free WiFi, and a cozy atmosphere for “trying on” our electronic cigarette products (including more than sixty tasty flavors of Vapor Juice) to find the right fit for you. The Vapor Depot was founded in 2009 by Ryan and Lindsey Bliss. Ryan, a 22 year smoker and Lindsey, a 16 year smoker, had tried everything to quit but nothing worked. After their success with the electronic cigarette they were driven to start a company that would help others succeed at quitting tobacco using the highest quality products in the world.

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Post-Surgical Rehab Meets Rural Neighborhood Care By Geoffry Jones, M.D.

et’s face it…the older we get, the more likely we are to require surgery. And as surgical procedures become more complicated, so does the healing process that follows. Although rural hospitals may not offer the more complex surgical services of an urban facility, many of them do offer post-surgical rehabilitation in an extended care or swing bed unit. Families are often unaware that their loved ones can go through this often lengthy rehabilitation period close to home,

rather than in the large, urban rehabilitation centers that may be 60 or more miles away. Although the types of surgeries requiring inpatient rehabilitation vary, hip and knee replacement surgeries are the two most common; many traumatic injuries, such as hip fractures and tibia-fibula fractures also require inpatient rehabilitation. Occasionally, people need inpatient rehab after more traditional surgeries, especially if they are debilitated going in (elderly person, someone living alone, someone with a bowel obstruction). Sometimes people are just not able to go home without a week or two of strengthening following surgery. People who have suffered a stroke also need rehabilitation prior to returning home. In fact, many patients with other medical problems (i.e. pneumonia, etc) may

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not be strong enough to return home following the initial hospitalization, so they can go into a swing bed for more short-term strengthening instead of into a traditional nursing home facility. Depending on the type of surgery or medical illness, in-patient rehabilitation can be a few days or a few weeks. A rural hospital is often better able to coordinate care and see to the patient’s individual needs better than a big city facility. There are very few instances where patients would actually be better off in a larger facility away from home (maybe for recovery involving spinal cord injuries or large burns). Other than that, rural facilities like Newport Hospital and Health Services (Newport, WA) have everything that St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Center or urban nursing homes in Spokane can offer.

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Learning to Live by Mary Jean Tranfo, RN, Auburn Crest Hospice

wo things in life are certain, death and taxes. I know nothing about taxes; my husband knows a lot about them though. He stresses about them, fuddles over them, swears a lot, then we sign the form, write a check and we’re done for another year. Death is something I know about, after all, I’m a hospice nurse. Hospice is about death and dying, right? But that’s not why I’m a hospice nurse. I’m a hospice nurse because I have the privilege of learning about living while I work with those who know their days are numbered. My job is to help people who choose to live life to the fullest do just that during their remaining days. And they teach me about living in return. Here’s what I mean. The other day I cared for a woman with a terminal diagnosis. I helped get oxygen to her home, started her on some effective pain medicine and taught her about how she could conserve her energy for the things that were most important to her. The certified nurse aide came to shower her, paint her nails and put lotion on her feet and legs. After that she cleaned up the bathroom and changed the woman’s bed sheets. The social worker had been there the day before arranging for meals to be delivered, and applied for Medicaid. The spiritual counselor would be visiting the next day to help the woman find solace and comfort. “Sometimes that happens through payer,” I told her. “But if you don’t

feel like praying, you can talk about elk hunting, or whatever else has meaning and brings value to your life.“ In return she shared with me her memories of growing up on a farm, milking the cows and collecting eggs before she went to school. She talked about raising her five children in Cleveland, sometimes as a single parent because her husband was in the armed forces overseas. We talked about fishing in Alaska, how the best part of the fish fry afterwards was the halibut cheeks and how the only way to eat them was with plenty of butter, salt and pepper. We laughed. She talked about wanting to die with her family present, pain free and not “making it scary for the kids.” And I assured her I could help with that. She knew that there were therapy dogs available to visit, the possibility of a massage therapist, people who could volunteer, play music for her, sing with her, rub her feet and hands with scented oils. She said she’d think about it. Maybe next week. That night a woman called. Her father had just passed away. Could I come out? I went and together we picked out the suit and tie for his funeral. As I bathed him she told me he had been a teacher, written several books and raised her to be a good Christian daughter and how she was going to live his legacy as a wife and mother. The room was dark except for the candles she’d lit, the wind howling outside the farmhouse. We held each other and cried. As I was driving back home at 3 AM I shivered, not from cold, but from the happiness I felt at being honored to share people’s lives with them and the opportunity to learn wisdom, grace and humility from them. People who are dying know a lot about living and they teach me every day. I would like to invite all of you who read this to learn to live through the eyes of those faced with a terminal illness. Spend time with your loved ones, or volunteer with a Hospice agency. It is such a rewarding experience and it means the world to them, and you will be surprised as to how much you learn and how much it means to you! If you would like more information about Auburn Crest Hospice services or to have a hospice representative consult with you at your home, call 208 773-7731. Mary Jean has been nursing for forty years, in may fields: public health, travel nurse, ER, ICU, home health, Management and Administration, and most recently in hospice. She is married and has 3 grown children and a teenager. She enjoys gardening, cooking, and sewing. She says that if there’s two things she does good, it’s grow kids and tomatoes! She loves nursing and has never wanted to do anything else.

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Dogs & Horses, Our Athletic Friends tight or strained, injured, dull or overwhelmed. Therapeutic touch releases and changes the inefficient pattern in these troubled places where movement is hindered. Bodywork has been used for thousands of years on both humans By Erica F. Curless, CEMT, and animals to relax muscles, Dog & Pony Show eliminate spasms, diminish fatigue and soften connective tissue to make it suppler. This frees up joints, ogs and horses benefit from restoring a fuller range of painless therapeutic bodywork just like humans. The whole goal is improved movement. Our ancestors knew the movement. importance of keeping their horses Most human professional -invaluable for war, transportation athletes use bodywork as part of their training to keep muscles supple and companionship—moving well. Bodywork is nothing new in the and loose in an effort to prevent horse and dog worlds although we injury. Our horses, even those we Northwest residents are sometimes ride occasionally down the back roads, are athletes. Many of our dogs slow to adapt to alternative therapies. But we are catching on are athletes too whether they make and regular bodywork, acupuncture a living herding livestock, hunting and chiropractic for our horses and birds or negotiating agility courses. dogs is becoming commonplace. The others are our best friends and Therapeutic riding programs companions and deserve comfort, for people with physical disabilities especially as they age and deal with are a great way to highlight the benefits of equine bodywork. These horses regularly carry riders with little muscle control and balance. Although these horses mostly stay at a walk, they have one of the most physically demanding jobs in the horse world because their muscles must compensate and carry these unbalanced riders. Bodywork helps eliminate muscle

issues such as arthritis, hip dysplasia and other joint problems. These animals work hard and we invest a lot of time, money and love in them. Bodywork is an inexpensive way to keep them moving well and with comfort. Bodywork is beyond massage. It has a large intuitive element, which for you ol’ cowboy types is nothing too new-agey! It just means that as your hands work over a horse or dog they sense where muscles are

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tightness and strain and allows the horse to rebalance and move correctly with its natural rhythm and stride. Without bodywork, therapy horses are more prone to soreness and “sick days” where they are too uncomfortable to do their job. Bodywork helps prevent injury, eventual joint problems and burnout. How we ride truly impacts how our horse moves. Just think of all the things we ask of our horses, especially with our often imperfect riding, saddles and other equipment that impacts the horse’s back, a complex web of muscles and ligaments around a hollow, bony core, which protects the nerves vital

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208-267-5070 to every function in the body. Even though we don’t ride dogs, their muscles just like the human body, benefit from bodywork. This is true especially for dogs with jobs such as herding livestock. But it is also true for our canine companions who chase balls in the backyard or join us for walks or a nap on the couch. Bodywork is also beneficial for older animals with aches, pains and gimps and those recovering from surgeries or injuries. If we aren’t able to move well, we

are uncomfortable and often unable to enjoy our favorite activities. The same is true for our four-legged (and sometimes three-legged) friends. Bodywork helps us and our animals regain their movement, comfort and performance. Erica F. Curless owns Dog and Pony Show Bodywork and travels throughout North Idaho and Eastern Washington helping horses and dogs move and perform better. She

graduated from Colorado’s Prairie Winds Equine Massage Therapy College in 2008 and uses techniques with roots in shiatsu, myofascial release, neuromuscular re-education, craniosacral therapy, T’ai Chi Ch’uan, and the principles of structural integration. As a former journalist and lifelong equestrian and dog lover, Curless enjoys writing and educating people about bodywork for horses and dogs.

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Life Flight Network Membership Provides Peace of Mind by Erick Borland, Director of Marketing, Life Flight Network

ife Flight Network, the largest not-for-profit air medical transport service in the United States is in its second year of providing service at its Sandpoint, Idaho base. The base has 14 highlyskilled personnel including flight nurses, flight paramedics, pilots and mechanics. This team and the helicopter assigned to the base are ready to handle air medical transport on a 24 hour/7 days per week basis. In addition, the company’s nearby Lewiston, Idaho base provides fixed-wing service and back-up helicopter support when needed. Life Flight Network works together with local EMS agencies and hospitals to provide critical care transportation for seriously ill or injured patients from the scene of an accident or medical emergency, or from one hospital to another. The Sandpoint base serves a large rural area, transporting more than 300 patients over the past year. Proximity, coupled with the unparalleled high skill level of the company’s critical care teams, has helped to save lives and provide better outcomes for patients. After Life Flight Network’s first flight on the day the base was opened, Bonner County EMS Chief Rob Wakeley said the call marked a significant advancement of emergency medical services in Bonner County. He stated, “A critically injured person in a

very remote area of our county was delivered to Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane within 83 minutes of our system being notified. This was 27 minutes faster than our last airlift out of the same area in clear weather conditions.” You can always count on Life Flight Network’s critical care teams to do all they can to save lives and provide the best possible outcomes in a medical emergency. Whether your age is 38 or 83, a Life Flight Network membership for just $60 per year provides you and your family with the peace of mind of knowing that an accident or other medical emergency will not also impact your household finances. Life Flight Network maintains a robust membership program that currently serves more than 70,000 households and 153,000 individuals. Your annual membership fee of only $60 per family covers you, your spouse or domestic partner, and dependents claimed on your income tax return for emergent, medically necessary transports. Members transported

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by Life Flight Network bear no outof-pocket expenses. A membership application and terms are available at www.lifeflight.org. Call 800-9829299 for more details Whether in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Wyoming, western Montana, northern Nevada or northern California, members are covered if transported by one of Life Flight Network’s 15 bases throughout Idaho, Washington or Oregon or by one of our reciprocal partners, subject to the reciprocating program’s membership rules.

Erick Borland is the Director of Marketing for Life Flight Network. He is responsible for marketing strategy, public relations, brand management, external communications, and marketing support for customer outreach and membership development. He has nearly three decades of diverse and successful experience in these and other areas relating to marketing communications.

Side Effects by Rob McKenney

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Teaching Independence by Panhandle Health District, Home Health Division

t takes three days of doing something for an Alzheimer’s patient before they have learned self- helplessness,” says Brionn Tripp, an occupational therapist who contracts with Panhandle Health District’s Home Health program. People with advancing dementia have to perform tasks in sequence. “You can’t teach patients a new way or a new process. They’ll do it the way they’ve always done it or not at all.” says Brionn. An OT (Occupational Therapist) enables people who have been set back by surgeries, strokes, Parkinson’s disease, dementia and more to perform the daily activities that allow them independence. They help patients to regain the ability to complete regular everyday tasks while also helping others find new ways to overcome physical limitations. The tasks addressed cover everything people do, activities of daily living (ADL’s) such as bathing/showering, dressing, grooming, shaving, cooking, cleaning, writing, eating and more. OT’s help people with Parkinson’s tremors get food from their dinner plate into their mouths. They may suggest using weighted utensils or scooping food with bread in one hand onto a spoon with the other hand. Occupational Therapists also help to educate family and caregivers to understand and recognize the patient’s progress. Few are aware, in later stages of dementia, that patients need about 90 seconds to process a question someone asks them. Most people don’t realize that this 90 seconds is crucial and while it can seem like an

eternity, it is very much needed for the patients. People may assume they’re not getting an answer and move on, but remember patience is a virtue and that someone with dementia may take a little longer to process the information.

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The more we learn, the more we want to learn when working in this field. Therapists have learned to teach Parkinson’s patients to stretch so their muscles don’t atrophy and to work with their current abilities to prolong them. Also that the minds of later stage dementia patients revolve around their mid-20’s to 30’s. Life is easier for them if family can organize their bedroom as it was when they were in their mid-30’s or if spouses can remember the sequence in which they have dressed their entire adult life. People in the late stages of dementia are not helpless. It’s important for OTs to stay up on education and with the new techniques and continue to learn

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The Need For Speed, a Highly Contagious Bug

There is much speculation as to whether it is a gradual, natural progression or onset is late in life, as a certain level of maturity does not seem to be a factor.

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here seems to be a highly contagious affliction spreading in our area. The majority of those affected are men, although a few women have succumbed to it as well. While it is usually not fatal, it can be a lingering condition lasting years, with little hope for recovery. There is much speculation as to whether it is a gradual, natural progression or onset is late in life, as a certain level of maturity does not seem to be a factor. One thing is certain, the symptoms develop from mowing the lawn. Mowing lawns has usually followed a sequence over the lifetime of an individual. Some began this activity pushing a hand rotary mower, then graduating to a gas powered, maybe even selfpropelled walk-behind mower. It seems that after the grass is doing really well (or a larger lawn is acquired) the individual tires of pushing a mower altogether and subsequently invests in a riding mower. At this stage, there are no obvious symptoms of the affliction. Serious risk occurs when two individuals begin to discuss the speed of their respective riding mowers, because for some yetto-be-determined reason, it is necessary to learn just how fast one of them can go. At this point, if they are exposed to others who know how to make them go faster, the need for speed begins to develop. There is still some hope for recovery, until someone says, “Hey, did you know so-and-so is racing his riding lawnmower?” All it takes is watching one race,

and the condition settles in. Some individuals are able to control the symptoms enough to retain the mowing capabilities of the riding mower, however, this is rare. Racing speeds range from 6 mph to 60+ mph, and run the gamut from drag racing to circle track racing, all having specific class requirements (brackets), safety gear, and prizes to the winners! Racers range in age from 14 to 77+, both male and female, region-wide. It is a lot of fun, and

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symptoms starting before age 60). Numerous studies on nutrition and supplements for prevention of dementia have been done. Current research does NOT show an overall PREVENTION benefit by Dr. S. Melchoire, from using a variety of medications Medical Director, On Site for Seniors or supplements studied, including: cholinesterase inhibitors, NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory ementia is the general term for medicines), gingko, estrogen a group of brain disorders that replacement, or Vitamin E. In cause memory problems, making it fact, higher doses (more than 400 difficult to think clearly. Different units) of vitamin E are no longer forms of dementia are due to recommended due to risk of serious changes in the brain structure itself. medical complications. Alzheimer’s Disease is one of the What about PREVENTION? Lifestyle factors are very most common forms of dementia Preventing illness before it important in dementia risk profile. and causes many parts of the brain starts is important to many physical Studies have shown that people to shrink. Vascular Dementia diseases nowadays, including heart who remain physically active, happens when blood vessels that disease, cancer, and infections. socially connected, and mentally supply the brain are diseased. Knowing the “risk factors” for engaged are less likely to develop Symptoms of dementia may disease gives us the target behaviors dementia than people who are more start off very mild and progress over to avoid and lifestyle changes that sedentary and isolated. time. The speed at which dementia can be helpful in preventing illness. For those with known “risk progresses can be slow or rapid, Dementia “risk factors” are not all factors” for dementia and those depending on the cause. Some avoidable. For example, age alone is wanting to prevent cognitive common signs of dementia can a risk factor for dementia since the loss, the best evidence supports a include: disease is more prevalent as we get lifestyle of physical fitness along • Forgetting events, important older (but not universal as we age, with ‘mental fitness.’ Physical dates, or conversations so memory loss is not considered fitness is not only important for • Trouble with language (not normal aging). Other risk factors the body, but also for brain health. being able to find the right for dementia may include: head Walking can be excellent for your word) trauma, stroke, diabetes, smoking, brain! “Mental fitness” refers to • Trouble concentrating or staying active with cognitively and family history of dementia reasoning stimulating activities. Social (especially early onset disease with • Problems with daily tasks, such as cooking or paying bills • Getting lost in familiar places • Loosing items • Personality changes (becoming irritable, fearful, aggressive)

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interaction is also proving important to maintaining brain health. Finding mentally stimulating activities that are interesting and enjoyable is important to maintaining this habit throughout a lifetime. Some examples include: puzzles, sewing/crafts, scrapbooking, model building, woodworking, and playing board games or card games. Many computer programs are now available over the internet that help improve brain “fitness.” Social interactions are also important to providing brain “stimulation,” so staying connected to friends, family, church, and social groups is critical to brain health. For more information on dementia detection and prevention, visit the Alzheimer’s Association website at Alz.org or UpToDate.com

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Expert Pediatric Orthopaedic Care by Kristin Monasmith, Public Relations Director, Shriners Hospital for Children

id you know the region’s experts in pediatric orthopaedics are located in Spokane, Washington? For nearly 90 years, Shriners Hospitals for Children® – Spokane is where families who want the best pediatric orthopaedic care have been bringing their kids. The Spokane Shriners Hospital treats conditions ranging from serious orthopaedic issues requiring multiple surgeries, to fractures or sports injuries easily corrected through same-day surgery. 2013 brings new services, changes and updates to the hospital. Dr. William Bronson, a consulting orthopaedic surgeon at the Spokane Shriners Hospital since 1992, recently joined the medical team making four full time pediatric orthopaedic surgeons on staff. Adding a fourth surgeon will create the opportunity to see more patients in the Out Patient Clinic (OPC) and to perform more surgeries. You will find the only fellowship trained pediatric orthopaedic surgeons in the region at the Spokane Shriners Hospital. “Children are not small adults, when your child has an orthopaedic concern, what is most important is finding an expert who understands the needs of growing bones and joints,” says Dr. Bryan Tompkins, one of Shriners Hospital Spokane’s

Do you know a child we can help? The region’s experts in pediatric orthopaedics are just a phone call away four pediatric orthopaedic surgeons. What We Treat: • Sports injuries • Fractures/dislocations (stable) • Scoliosis • Knee & hip disorders and injuries • Foot & hand injuries/ deformities • Shoulder injuries • Prosthetics & Orthotics • Cerebral Palsy • Club foot

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• Limb discrepancy/limb loss • Rehabilitation/therapy • Gait Analysis Lab Shriners Hospitals accepts most major insurance plans. But whether or not a family has insurance has never been a factor, acceptance for care is based only on medical need and all care is provided regardless of the families’ ability to pay. Shriners Hospitals for Children − Spokane treats kids 0-18 years old from Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska and Canada. The hospital staff performs thousands When childhas hasanan Whenyour your child orthopaedic concern,it itis is orthopaedic concern, important they areby an important they are seen seen anunderstands expert who expertbywho understands growing bones growing bones and joints. and joints.

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of radiology, physical therapy and seem to be in pain anywhere else. casting appointments each year. Our visit to urgent care resulted in The hospital still has availability a referral to an orthopaedic specialist to see more kids and is accepting who put him in a splint to be casted new patients. Access to care at the the next week. We figured we were on Spokane Shriners Hospital has the right path to care for Cody’s arm, never been easier, to request an but a friend insisted I take him to a appointment simply give us a call! pediatric orthopedist for a second “Shriners Hospitals for Children opinion. I called Shriner’s Hospital in - Spokane has been treating kids Spokane and before the end of that with orthopaedic conditions for afternoon I had spoken directly to one nearly ninety years and we are Cody and his dad of the pediatric orthopaedic surgeons definitely poised for the next ninety,” who had reviewed Cody’s x-rays and said J. Craig Patchin, Shriners Hospital Spokane recommended that pins be put in his arm in order for the Interim Administrator. “We are proud to be a part bones to heal properly as Cody grew. of this community and to continue to care for the We were at the Spokane Shriners Hospital the families in our region.” next morning for surgery. Every staff member treated Although insurance payments have created our family with the utmost care and respect. I cannot a new revenue stream for the hospital system, say enough positive things about Shriners Hospital. reimbursements from insurance networks will not Without the expert pediatric orthopaedic care Cody replace traditional funding sources; the hospital still received, his arm may not have healed properly. relies on the generosity of donors to fulfill its mission. They have a lifelong fan in our family and I plan on Please call the Donor Relations Office at 1-509spreading the word to anyone and everyone about how 744-1242 if you would like to learn more about how great they are every chance I get!” —Staci Schneider, a you can support Shriners Hospitals for Children − grateful Mom. Spokane. Do you know a child we can help? The region’s experts in pediatric orthopaedics are just a phone Kristin Monasmith is the Public Relations Director call away, if you would like more information or at Shriners Hospitals for Children – Spokane. She would like to request an appointment, please call has been with the hospital for almost five years toll free: (888) 895-5951 or visit creating awareness and education about the pediatric www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org/spokane. orthopaedic expertise at the Spokane Shriners Hospital. “Cody was crying hard. He had rolled his 4 wheeler onto himself and his left arm was hurting badly, but didn’t

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Elder Decision Making & Conflict Resolution 2. How health care decisions should be decided and by whom. 3. Making financial decisions and completing transactions. by Angela Marshall, 4. Resolving any disputes among Attorney/Mediator family members. 5. Real estate matters with landlords, upkeep, mortgages. ediation is a method to 6. Preparation of the estate resolve problems or to create documents, such as a will, agreement. It is much less expensive guardianships, powers of than litigation and it is more likely attorney. to preserve relationships with Family members and others others than other traditional legal closest to the situation are in the avenues. In cases where there are best position to fashion the most multiple parties, such as families or appropriate and satisfying options caregivers, mediation can be very and solutions to many of the above effective in arriving at agreements. issues. Relying on the court to These voluntary agreements result dictate how things so personal in positive outcomes for the aging are handled may bring about an or disabled. unwanted outcome. The mediator’s role is to be Mediation is an efficient, a neutral, impartial third party private, and inexpensive method facilitating a resolution of problems of resolution when compared to with all parties. Some of the areas at a lawsuit. Mediation sessions can issue might include: usually be scheduled within a few 1. Safety and quality of living for weeks from the time of the request the elder person. and most sessions last only a few

hours or a day, depending on the type of case. In contrast, lawsuits often take many months, or even years, to resolve. Mediation is particularly valuable when your dispute involves persons with whom, either by choice or circumstance, you

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need to maintain a relationship. Lawsuits can polarize people and may ruin relationships, so an important advantage of mediation is resolving a dispute while maintaining the relationship. An additional advantage of mediation is confidentiality. With very few exceptions (for example, when there is evidence of a criminal act), what you say during mediation cannot be revealed outside the mediation proceedings and cannot be used later in a court of law. By contrast, everything said in court or submitted in connection with a lawsuit becomes available to the public. Even complex cases may cost only a fraction of the cost of bringing a lawsuit. For example, a day of mediation may cost each side less than $500. By comparison, a full-scale court battle could cost as little as $10,000 and usually much more. If you’re already involved in a lawsuit you can still use mediation. Mediation often works even when the parties have hired lawyers and the dispute is in litigation. Parties may speak for themselves and can bring up creative ideas, personal feelings, and practical solutions that litigation alone may not address. The mediator may point out the strengths and weaknesses of each party’s position and, in turn, change each party’s view of the

prospects of winning (or losing) at trial, opening the door to a mutually acceptable settlement. Finally, agreements reached through mediation are more likely to be followed than orders imposed by a judge. After going to court, someone (and often both parties) feel like they’ve lost. When this occurs the parties are much less likely to follow the orders. In contrast, a number of studies show that people who have freely arrived at their own solutions through mediation are significantly more likely to follow through. There is no reason not to try mediation. It most often will be to your advantage, both personally and financially.

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Help for Veterans Needing Home Care Filing for the benefit can be complicated and can take months; it really helps to consult with someone who has experience with the process.

By Bonnie Laiderman President, Veterans Home Care, LLC

e Americans are aging – the U.S. Census Bureau estimates that the number of Americans 65 or over increases by 10,000 each day. And given the choice, the vast majority of us (nearly 79 percent) prefer to do our aging at home, rather than in an institution. With about 80 percent of seniors having at least one chronic health condition that may limit physical activity, it’s not surprising that those of us over age 65 have a 70 percent chance of needing help with activities of daily living. What do you do when simple activities like bathing, dressing, meal preparation or even getting in and out of bed, become a little more difficult? The answer may be home care provided by a qualified agency familiar with the needs of older adults. Professional home care can be costly. For older adults on fixed or limited incomes, it is often prohibitive. But many wartime veterans, or their surviving spouses, could be receiving help to pay for home care from a source that they may not even be aware of: the Department of Veterans Affairs “Aid & Attendance” benefit. This Department of Veterans Affairs benefit is for veterans with an honorable discharge who have served at least 90 days on active duty with at least

one day of service during a period of war or their surviving spouses. To qualify for this benefit, which pays for personal care and attendant home services, the disabilities must not be service related. There are also financial limitations associated with the benefit. While the benefit has been available for decades, very few veterans are aware of its existence, or how to go about applying. It’s estimated that less than five percent of veterans who qualify for the Aid & Attendance benefit are actually receiving it. Filing for the benefit can be complicated and VA approval can take months; it really helps to consult with someone who has experience with the process, like Veterans Home Care. It’s our specialty; we’ve helped more than 6,000 disabled men and women successfully apply for the benefit. Veterans Home Care also works on clients’ behalf whenever the VA requires additional documentation and monitor care to assure clients’ home care needs are met. “I was used to doing everything for myself,” recalled nonagenarian Glyndorah Hubbard, whose late husband, Richard, served in World War II. “Then I fell and broke my hip. After I finished six weeks in the hospital and in rehab, I wanted to go back home, but wasn’t sure how I was going to manage on my own. I

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care, it means the difference between having to go to a nursing home or other institution, and being able to remain in their own homes. To learn more about qualifying for the Aid & Attendance benefit and receiving home care, contact Veterans Home Care at www.veteranshomecare.com or call 877-390-6377. Veterans Home Care is not a government agency and is not affiliated with the Department of Veterans Affairs.

found out about the VA pension and Veterans Home Care from my social worker at the rehab facility. They helped me figure out if I would qualify and helped me fill out the paperwork. They started my home care right away.” The Aid & Attendance benefit is a godsend for wartime veterans. For most veterans or their widows who are able to access the VA benefit to pay for home

Bonnie Laiderman is president of Veterans Home Care, which provides home care to wartime veterans or their surviving spouses, and helps them access a government pension to pay for it. Bonnie’s company has been helping veterans since 2003. She was recognized by the Wall Street Journal as owner of one of the Top 50 Women-Led Companies; and has received Inc Magazine’s “Inc. 5000 Award” to America’s fastestgrowing companies, for four straight years.

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Volunteering . . . the Heart and Soul of Our Communities! by Bob Small, RSVP Program Director

he Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is proudly celebrating its 40th Anniversary; and is currently recruiting volunteers ages 55+ to serve throughout Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai, and Shoshone counties. Sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging of North Idaho and North Idaho College; RSVP places baby boomers and seniors in volunteer positions where they can utilize their interests, skills,

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and experience to focus on community priorities. RSVP Volunteers serve in many different rewarding venues and roles including Tutoring and Mentoring in local elementary schools, Public Libraries, Ombudsman (advocating for residents of Retired volunteer helping student long-term care each year as more baby boomers facilities), Animal retire. Many of these retirees are Shelter Workers, Thrift Store anxious to share their experience Workers, Court Visitors, Food and interests; and give back to the Banks, Senior Centers, Senior Companions, Friendship Corps, Fit community. By extending a helping hand to others, volunteers are & Fall Programs, Police Agencies strengthening their neighborhoods (volunteers on patrol, COP Shops, and communities, and improving etc.), CASA (advocating for the quality of life for others. juveniles), Quilting, Emergency Imagine…… if one day, all Preparedness, Hospitals, Meals on Wheels, and in the newest volunteer volunteers failed to show up at their work stations. What would role as a member of the Senior our cities, towns, schools, parks, Medicare Patrol. Did you know that volunteering libraries, senior centers, places of worship, shelters, health clinics, and among older adults generates food banks look like? Think about approximately $162 BILLION the basic needs of our friends and DOLLARS annually for the U.S. neighbors that would go unmet. economy? This level of economic productivity is expected to increase No home delivered or congregate

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meals! No assistance with reading! No distribution of food and clothing to those in need! No citizens on patrol to ensure safe neighborhoods! No senior companions! No instructors to assist with balance and exercise programs! The truth is that all of us are likely to cross paths with a volunteer at least once every day; and our quality of life would be severely diminished were it not for the countless, selfless services performed by volunteers! Fortunately, volunteers have also discovered the personal benefits of volunteering. Research clearly shows that seniors who volunteer regularly experience “Improved Physical & Mental Health”, “Reduced Chronic Pain Symptoms”, “Reduced Depression and Anxiety”, “ Increased Independence”, “Lower Mortality Rate”, “Increased self-esteem and self-confidence”, and an “Overall Improvement in Their Quality of Life”. Volunteering is a win/win situation for both the volunteer, and the community! For those who question the value of volunteers; remember that “Noah’s Ark was built by volunteers; and the Titanic was built by highly skilled paid workers”. Our newest volunteer opportunity, the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is a free service designed to empower seniors in preventing Medicare abuse, error, and fraud. The SMP focuses on three points: to PROTECT seniors from scams and fraudulent activity; helping seniors to DETECT possible errors, abuse, and fraud; and to REPORT any discrepancies and/ or instances of fraud to the proper authorities. If you enjoy making short presentations, or sitting down with your peers to discuss potential Medicare abuse, errors, or fraud; then you might consider joining the Senior Medicare Patrol by contacting Dan Glenn at the

Area Agency on Aging, RSVP, at 800-786-5536, ext. 232, or e-mail: dglenn@aaani.org There are many other volunteer opportunities and needs throughout all five northern Idaho counties. To learn more about all volunteer opportunities and the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), please contact Bob Small, RSVP Program Director at 800-786-5536 Ext. 235 or email: bsmall@aaani.org

Bob Small serves as the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program Director for the Area Agency on Aging. Previously he served as a Human Resource Director within the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Bob is a lifelong volunteer, and has served on the Governor’s Worker’s Compensation Task Force; Council on Disabilities and Education, and Recruitment and Retention Task Force. Bob’s passion is advocating for seniors and the disabled.

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Do You Qualify Now? of Veterans Affairs to declare certain maladies “presumptive” to exposure to Agent Orange and by Scott A. enable Vietnam veterans, as well Thorsness, Director, as some veterans who served along Kootenai County the demilitarized zone in Korea in Veteran Services the late 1960s, to receive treatment and compensation for these health conditions. This decision was long overdue, and in many cases, too late for many of our Veterans. ur country has fought in many Our country deemed that the wars and many gave their lives use of Agent Orange was a danger to for our Nation’s and Allies’ freedom. our troops. So, how is the VA helping Many have also given their life our Vets now? well after the war was over. How? The Veterans Administration By fighting illnesses and diseases (VA) has been given specific caused by war. Some hardest hit are direction to identify Veterans Vietnam Veterans. Their enemy was who have been exposed to Agent not only human, but also an invisible Orange, and if they contract enemy they couldn’t fight with the certain conditions, compensate weapons they were issued. That them for disabilities incurred enemy was a herbicide called Agent because of the exposure. Orange. Vietnam is a dense jungle The medical conditions environment and the vegetation currently associated with Agent provided supportive cover to enemy Orange are: AL Amyloidosis, troops. Millions of gallons of Agent Chronic B-cell Leukemias, Orange was used to eliminate much Chloracne, Diabetes Mellitus Type of the foliage. It was effective, but in 2, Hodgkin’s Disease, Ischemic more ways than one. Heart Disease, Multiple Myeloma, Upon returning home, our Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Veterans began experiencing Parkinson’s Disease, Peripheral many conditions that baffled Neuropathy (Acute and Subacute), modern medicine. Through years Porphyria Cutanea Tarda, Prostate of research and with thousands Cancer, Respiratory Cancers, and of Veterans and their families Soft Tissue Sarcomas. speaking out, Congress enacted How do you know if you qualify the Agent Orange Act in 1991. This for this benefit? First and foremost, legislation empowered the Secretary

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a Veteran must be diagnosed with one or more of the conditions listed above. Next, a Veteran must be able to show that they served in Vietnam. Qualifying factors for Vietnam service are: If the veteran served in the Republic of Vietnam, regardless of the length of that service, during the period January 9, 1962, to May 7, 1975 or on a ship or boat that operated in Vietnam’s inland waterways or which docked in Vietnam and the veteran went ashore. There have been many cases in which the Veteran previously submitted a claim for one or more of the current presumptive conditions and was denied by the VA. This law wasn’t in effect until 1991, and medical conditions are continually being added to the list of presumptive conditions for Agent Orange exposure. It is very possible a Veteran was denied because the condition they were diagnosed with, and subsequently filed a claim for, was not yet on the books as a claimable illness. If you were previously denied for one of the conditions now listed, you need to re-open that claim. Depending on varying circumstances, your disability could be paid retroactive to the date you were previously denied. If you feel you meet the above criteria for both diagnosis of a

Upon returning home, our Veterans began experiencing many conditions that baffled modern medicine. medical condition and service in Vietnam, contact your local County Veteran Services Officer or your Idaho Division of Veteran Services Officer. We are here specifically to aid the Veteran and their family in determining eligibility and submitting appropriate applications to acquire VA benefits. This process is free and generally only requires a little of your time. We as Service Officers will complete all forms and ensure the necessary documentation accompanies every claim. We will work with you every step of the way.

Healthy forests create happy landowners Scott served in the Unites States Air Force as a 2P071 Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory Craftsman from 1988 to 2012. His duty assignments include Hickam AFB, HI,15th Component Aircraft Maintenance Squadron; Bitburg AB, Germany, 36th Maintenance Squadron; Ramstein AB, Germany, 86th Maintenance Squadron; Mountain Home AFB, ID, 366th Maintenance Squadron; Osan AB, Republic of Korea, 51st Maintenance Squadron; McChord AFB, WA, 62nd Maintenance Squadron; and Aviano AB, Italy, 31st Maintenance Squadron. Scott was born and raised in Coeur d’Alene, graduating from CDA High School in 1988. He has an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Electronic Systems Technology. After completing his military service, he returned to his home town in April of 2012. He has been working with Kootenai County since June of 2012. Scott and his wife Jutta have three sons; Tyler, Neven and Lucas. He loves spending time with his family, church, hunting, fishing, camping and most any other activity that includes the outdoors.

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Got Your Six Veterans Service Officers (VSO’s) are advocates for veterans and the POINT OF CONTACT for all veterans, active military and their dependents. The VSO’s are there to help you with any question, completing forms for eligibility and registration, details about education benefits, medical services, compensation, disability, counseling, and answering any questions.

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Idaho State VSO: Darryl Heisey 208-446-1092/1094 120 E. Railroad Ave., Post Falls M-F 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Darryl.Heisey@veterans.idaho.gov

Montana State VSO: Randy Winter 406-755-3795 National Guard Armory 2989 Hwy. 93 North, Kalispell mvadkal@centurytel.net

Benewah County: Linda Law 208-245-3212 701 College Ave., Suite 101, St. Maries, ID Wednesdays 9:00 am - 3:30 pm llaw@benewahcounty.org

Volunteer VSO: Steve Combs 1349 Hwy 2 East, Kalispell Tues. & Thurs. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm steve@veteransfoodpantry.org

Bonner County: Don Carr 208-255-5291 1500 Hwy 2, Sandpoint TWTH - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm dcarr@co.bonner.id.us Boundary County: Jim Wilson 208-267-8611 6635 Lincoln St., Bonners Ferry Thursdays 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Kootenai County: Scott Thorsness 208-446-1090/1092 120 E. Railroad Ave., Post Falls M-F 8:30 am - 5:00 pm sthorsness@kcgov.us Shoshone County: Susan Hendrixson 208-752-3331 700 Bank St., Suite 120, Wallace M-Thurs. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm commsec@co.shoshone.id.us

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STAND DOWNS

Veterans Helping Veterans

(The phrase comes from the safe zone behind the front lines where soldiers could relax and unwind without having to be on guard.) Services available to veterans are employment counseling, service officers for VA claims, physical health proviers, mental health providers, veterans service organizations, haircuts, lunch, coffee and snacks. Also available is military surplus gear and equipment; boots, cold weather clothing and other items. To qualify, a veteran simply needs a VA or military I.D. card, copy of their discharge papers, or copy of form DD-214. • Plains, MT - May 4-5, Sanders County Fairgrounds, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm • Kalispell, MT - May 11, Evergreen Fire Hall, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm • Sandpoint, ID - June 15, Bonner County Fairgrounds, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm • Post Falls, ID - July 27, Greyhound Event Center, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm • Colville, WA - Sept. 21/22, Colville National Guard Armory, Saturday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Sunday 8:00 am - 1:00 pm • Libby, MT - Oct. 5/6 at the Armory, • 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Scuttlebutt 2nd Annual Veterans Job Fair

May 22nd from 2:00-6:00PM at the Armory in Post Falls, Idaho. Employers with openings now or in the future will be there. Open to veterans, active military, guard/reservists and their entire family. Business Boot Camp (Small Business Workshop) 12:00 - 4:00 pm For more information: Eric Swanbeck, 208-704-0548, eric@stvincentdepaulcda.org

Business Training for Veterans

The Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its ongoing business training program for veterans called VETS or Veteran Entrepreneurial Training for Success. Scholarships are available for vetereans. The next 13 week course starts June 12th, every Wednesday night at the chamber office in Liberty lake WA. The curriculum provides everything the new business owners needs to know about starting or running their own business. Phil Kiver a chamber employee, veteran, and graduate of the course will be your point of contact: 509-999-8645, phil@spokanevalleychamber.org

Backpacks for Veterans!

The Priest River VFW Auxiliary assembles small backpacks containing comfort items (toothpaste, combs, soap, shampoo, towels, razors, etc.) for needy veterans. The backpacks are available at the Veterans Clinic (Kaniksu Health Services) in Sandpoint & through the VFW in Priest River. Individuals and organizations who know of veterans in need, or would like to help, are encouraged to call 208-448-4426 to obtain backpacks for veterans.

Mentoring

Ever thought of being a mentor or wondered if there was anyone who would be willing to mentor you? Pairing up Veteran’s with similar experiences to help each other grow. If you might be interested in being a mentor or mentee - call 509-444-8387 for more info.

Operation Homefront

A non-profit organization, receives donated homes from national lenders and provides them to wounded heroes, surviving spouses and veterans of any era, regardless of wounded or disability status. Accepted applicants are required to complete a 2-year financial counseling program, at the end of which, they are given the home mortgage free. They must be able to maintain the taxes, insurance, etc. They do not have to pay mortgage or rent. Applicants for this program can apply through the Homes on the Homefront (HH) web site at www.homesonthehomefront.org - OR - by calling 800-722-6098

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AT EASE! Fly Fishing Lessons

Burning Boots Trail Club

At the Spokane Vet Center in Mirabeau Park. This project is provided through the generosity of the Spokane Fly Fishers http://spokaneflyfishers. com and Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing. There is no cost and all supplies and equipment will be provided to men and women combat veterans who are service-connected disabled, or not, interested in learning what fly fishing is all about from equipment selection to fly casting, entomology, fly-tying, reading water, knots and more. This is for all fly fishers from beginning amateurs to all levels of ability. If you are interested please contact Jeff Jensen at the Spokane Vet Center at 509 893-4742 for details. Classes will begin this spring.

A Non-Profit Wilderness Excursion Group for Veterans by Veterans. The purpose is to provide wilderness excursion trips and activities for veterans, who could otherwise not afford, or participate in on their own. The BBTC is open to all branches and ranks including ROTC, Police and Fire. Our mission is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for veterans to be with other veterans and not have to explain themselves, or be isolated because of PTSD and other issues specific to veterans. We are based in Spokane Washington and operate in the northwest areas to include Washington, Montana, ldaho, and Oregon. Gear and equipment rentals are free of charge for those in need. Activities include but are not limited to: Hiking, Backpacking, Hunting & Fishing, Snowshoeing, Winter Camping, Kayak & Canoe Trips, Cabin and Camp Retreats. Contact: Kellie Richardson, 208-625-0588, kellier@burningbootstrailclub.com or Steven Meisner, 509-720-1595, stevenm@burningbootstrailclub.com

Sport & Hobby Fair May 25 - 12:00 - 3:00 pm 13109 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley Do you have a hobby you would like to share, or are you looking for a hobby to start? Is your significant other looking for people with the same hobbies? Join the Spokane Vet Center in meeting people with similar backgrounds and interests, finding new hobbies and activities ranging from RC Planes & Cars, Automobile & Motorcycle enthusiasts, hunting, fishing, off-roading, crochet, art and photography and more! Call 509-444-8387 for info or to reserve booth space.

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WITHIN RANGE RESOURCES VA Medical Center (VA Hospital) 800-325-7940 4815 N. Assembly St., Spokane If you are already registered, call this number. If not, call Extension #7009 first to register your eligibility, then call this main number and ask to make an appointment.

Transportation

Need a ride to the VA Medical Center in Spokane? Call 509-434-7019 or 208-265-2738 (the backup number if you can’t get through). Veterans needing transportation to appointments at the VA Hospital in Spokane, call 72 hours in advance to get on the manifest. Must be ambulatory. If not, they will make other arrangements for you. Routes and Schedules: • Noxon Van: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays • Noxon - Bull River Junction - Clark Fork - Hope Sandpoint - LaClede • Priest River - Newport - Diamond Lake Chattaroy - Spokane VA. • Libby Van: Tuesdays and Thursdays • Libby - Bonners Ferry - Sandpoint - LaClede - Priest River - Newport Diamond Lake Chattaroy - Spokane VA.

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OUTREACH CENTERS VA Outreach Center 509-444-VETS(8387) www.vetcenter.va.gov Fixed base: 13109 East Mirabeau Pkwy, Spokane Valley Spokane Mobile Vet Center - “Leave No Vet Behind!” We come to you! Serving N. Idaho, Washington, Northeast Oregon and Northwest Montana with our Mobile Vet Center. Mission: To help combat veterans and their families readjust to life after war or sexual trauma. Services, such as individual, group, marital, and family counseling; alcohol/drugs assessment and referral; assistance with employment and education; Veteran and spouse/significant-other benefits assistance are available at no cost to the Veteran or family. Schedule: Coeur D’Alene -1st & 3rd Wed, North Idaho College, Colville VFW - Every other Friday, Sandpoint VFW - 2nd & 4th Thursdays, Kalispell Vet Center 690 N. Meridian Rd., Suite 101 406-257-7308 or 877-927-8387 Missoula Vet Center 500 N. Higgins Ave., Ste 202 406-721-4918

Colville Rural Health Clinic .............. 509-684-3701 1200 E. Columbia, Colville

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Libby Veterans’ Clinic ........................ 406-293-8711 211 E. 2nd Street, Libby Missoula CBOC .................................. 406-493-3700 2687 Palmer St., Ste. C, Missoula Sandpoint Veterans’ Clinic................ 208-263-0450 Hwy 200, Ponderay (Kaniksu Health Services) Let us never forget their sacrifices.

An invitation from Bonners Ferry

CLUB 55

Visit our newly renovated “Club 55” No Smoking Lounge, located in the American Legion building at 6416 Kootenai St., Bonners Ferry. It is open to all Veterans and the public 21 years and older. Thursday is “Ladies Night” with specials available. Check out www.newsbf.com for upcoming events. Our thanks to the following businesses who helped with our renovation: McCoy’s Home Interiors, Boundary Tractor/Yamaha, Boundary Electric, Beck’s Furniture, Home Depot and Trader’s Building Supply. Our Legion Hall upstairs has a large room with a stage and a commercial kitchen available to rent for special events. Contact John Tucker 208-267-7896 for reservation.

May 24th, 6:00 pm

Join the American Legion Post 55 as we place flags on the graves of our Veterans at Grandview Cemetery in Bonners Ferry.

May 27th, 10:00 am Annual Memorial Day Parade

The parade starts from Boundary County Fairgrounds and travels through downtown Bonners Ferry. To participate in the parade, please contact Commander Spence at 208-304-2910. There will be a memorial service at Grandview Cemetery following the parade. Join us as we honor the memory of the sacrifice and devotion our Veterans have made in defense of our freedom.

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meets the 2nd Thursday of each month (no meeting in July or August) at 7:00 pm at the American Legion Hall. Soup supper at 6:00 pm

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Fireworks from Above—A Night Rescue by Bill Collier, USMCR

hen the opportunity arose to save an H-34 helicopter from being scrapped, I couldn’t resist. I named her “Charlie” after a perfume that was popular with the ladies during the Viet Nam era. The story that follows illustrates the sentiment felt toward this aircraft during her service. “…there is just something about the 34 that makes you feel an allegiance to it, kind of like an old sweetheart you never got over.” Fred Williams, USMC, former H-34 crew chief. Helicopters were everything to the troops in the field. They were the source of food, water, ammunition, new uniforms to replace those rotted off by the jungle, medicine, reinforcements, mail and cookies from home, and, eventually, an escape from the dangerous combat environment in the jungles of Viet Nam. Most importantly, the troops always knew that when they were wounded, the H-34 pilots would risk death to carry them out as soon as possible whenever they needed a medical evacuation. It is no wonder the troops loved to see us coming. From the pilot’s point of view, we were there for the troops and sometimes, it got a bit hairy! One night, late September 1966, I was co-pilot for a senior first lieutenant on a perilous medevac in the hills northwest of Dong Ha known as “Mutter Ridge.”

“Charlie” The only horizontal reference we had to relate to as we hovered ninety feet above the trees in the darkness was the geometric plane defined by the fireworks of tracers whizzing back and forth beneath us; red for the Marines, green for the enemy. That plane of reference was about 30 degrees off from level which made it most difficult for the lieutenant to hold the helo in a stable hover. If we drifted too far in a northerly direction, we might drift into trees on the upslope and the enemy held that high ground. Losing the fight to keep the helo in a stable hover, the lieutenant realized the solution. He asked, “Bill, do you know where the hover/flood light switch is?” My first thought was that there was simply no way he was going to ask me to turn on those lights. To

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do so was for us to die instantly. I answered him with a relaxed, “Yes, sir” wondering why he even asked. A millisecond later that I realized, omygod, he is going to have me throw that switch! When those lights flash on, we are going to be the biggest target in the province, hovering over who-knows-howmany hundreds or thousands of NVA. This is it. I am going to die in this war, right here, right now! I only hoped that I would get shot and die quickly and not be cremated alive as the thrashing, crashing, flopping, chopping, slicing, dicing, whirling ball of flaming, exploding helicopter tumbled through the trees. “Bill, when I tell you, you turn on those lights.” I knew I was done, but what could I do? Refuse an order? “Death before dishonor,”

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was our creed. I was a Marine Corps pilot, duty bound to do what my pilot in command told me to do, even if it meant my immediate fiery death. I threw that switch. The results were amazing! Every combatant on the ground, enemy and friendly alike must have thought he was the most exposed fellow on the planet. Each man threw himself into the nearest foxhole or behind the nearest tree. The battle came to a complete stop for at least 30 seconds while we hovered there fully lighted up like a Friday night high school football game! It seemed like forever. Nothing happened. Nothing! We hoisted the wounded marine aboard, turned off our lights and flew him to the hospital. Captain Bill Collier not only survived the Vietnam War, but continued to fly helicopters commercially for another 29 years. His last pilot gig was senior pilot for the Orange County Fire Department in Southern California. Bill was a captain three times in his flying career; Captain USMCR, Air America, OCFD. In 2008 he retired to Sandpoint, ID. He recently had opportunity to rescue an ancient H-34 from the scrapyard, and blogs about it at: http://dawgdriverforever.blogspot.com/

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Finding the Right Fit

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by Dana Klaas, Executive Director, Bestland Senior Living

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elocating a loved one isn’t an easy thing to do. Statistics have shown the benefits to living in an active community and being around people on a daily basis. Health, and in some cases, even memory improves. When investigating the option of relocating your loved one, the first step is to objectively consider their needs. What is being done for them that they cannot do themselves? How will this change over the next few years? The next step is to learn the difference between Independent, Assisted, and Memory Care Living and what is included in each of those options. Also Veteran’s assistance may be available to help with the cost of care. Most independent communities offer meals, transportation, and housekeeping. If your loved one can live independently, but needs assistance with activities of daily living, an independent community might still be the answer. Some retirement communities have partnered with home health companies and offer services such as bathing assistance, medication reminders, and help with dressing. This enables your loved one to interact with other independent residents and join in the many activities that keep them active and healthy, generally at a much lower rate than residing in an assisted living community. If independent living isn’t an option, assisted living may be necessary. When considering an assisted living community, one should meet with the nurse in charge. Inquire about the ratio of aids on duty compared to residents in the community. Ask about their certifications, have they had any violations to the state certifications? What activities do they provide for social and physical interaction? If memory care is needed, do your research and it is extremely helpful to join a support group. Members of the support group can offer suggestions and often, refer you to a perfect community for your loved one. When visiting a memory care community, make sure the staff is trained to deal with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

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The community should also have many enjoyable memory care related activities to engage your loved one. Have your loved one speak with residents on your visit, find out if they are happy and fulfilled. Observe how staff members interact with the residents. Most of our staff at Bestland have been here for many years and love our residents like their own family! Make sure to ask the community about Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Assistance, they should be able to give you contact information for the Veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Service Office, who can provide valuable information on whether your loved one may be eligible for Veteran Aid and Attendance benefits as well as other benefits. Many of our residents are veterans and I was inspired by a story I read recently on Facebook about a WWII Veteran who was flying on a commercial airline. A gentleman noticed his hat with the WWII emblem on it, and offered to give up his seat in first class for him, but the Veteran declined stating that the acknowledgement from the gentleman was enough. It reminded me of our residents, when they are asked to share life stories, they are very humble, but truly they have lived incredible lives including living through the depression and through many wars as well. They

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are truly the greatest generation that ever lived. I have the special opportunity to work with this generation on a daily basis. Their stories are truly amazing as are their unyielding bravery and devotion to the cause they fought so bravely for. I am also reminded that life is short and our goal is to take care of our residents, make them feel joy, feel loved, and be fulfilled. Ultimately our needs are basic; being accepted for who we are is simple human nature. Make sure the community you choose is the right fit for your loved one. When looking for Independent and Assisted Living, sometimes adult children make the decision with great intentions, but the loved one really must experience the community personally in order to determine if it is the right fit for them. Even though the transition can be challenging, most of our residents say they wished they would have made the move sooner. They are happier and healthier as a result!

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Home Health Care vs. Home Care

Paul Johnson, Owner Alliance Family Services Home Health

ome Care and Home Health Care are similar in that they both provide services in the patient’s home. Both share the goal to help clients stay as active and independent as possible, while maintaining their ability to safely stay in their own homes. These services are not limited to the elderly, as many qualifying clients are young adults and even pediatrics. There are several notable differences between Home Care (often referred to as PCS or personal care services) and Home Health Care (Skilled services). The first of these is who is delivering the services. In a PCS episode, services are delivered by CNA’s (Certified Nursing Assistants) or Caregivers. Skilled episodes are referred to as such because the services are delivered by “skilled” medical professionals, such as Registered Nurses, and Physical, Occupational or Speech Therapists. Any one of these professionals or all may work collaboratively with the client to regain their independence. Coverage of services is another difference in the two types of care. PCS is generally covered by Medicaid, Long term Care Insurance, and some private insurance, but it is not covered by Medicare or Medicare HMO insurances. Skilled services are covered by Medicare and Medicare HMO’s as well as Medicaid and most private insurances. Because Home Health Care is a “skilled” service, patients must have a qualifying condition and a Dr.’s order for services to be covered by insurances. Skilled needs are those needs that must be performed by or under the supervision of a health care professional. Examples would include wound management, dressing changes or establishing exercise programs after joint replacement. Home care does not require a Dr.’s order but often require some sort of assessment by the insurance in order to cover care. Medicaid sends a nurse reviewer out to establish a need and the

number of hours for which a patient qualifies before they can begin getting PCS services. Another important difference to remember between PCS and Skilled Services is duration of services. PCS episodes tend to last a lot longer than Skilled Services as they help patients maintain their current level of function by assisting with ADLs (activities of daily living) such as laundry, meal prep and transportation, and can go on for years. Skilled services tend to be short in duration and focused on helping patients return to their former level of function after some sort of medical episode: hip replacement, fall with fracture, pneumonia or an open wound the patient is unable to dress themselves. Medicare approves 60 day episodes to facilitate recovery and allow clients to return to their prior activity level. A conversation with your Doctor is the first step in determining what your health needs are and how best to address them. Once you are sure what help you need, you then can begin looking into

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which company best fits your needs. There are many resources for helping you find a home health or home care company, one of the best can be personal recommendations. If you have a friend or family member that has used a company in the past and had a good experience, that may be the best testament to the quality of their care. There are many resources online, just search home health or home care agencies in your zip code, and you should get a list of those licensed in your area. Many of these websites rate the companies and/or tell how they have done in past surveys, all helpful information when making a decision. Always remember that if you make a decision and find that you have chosen a company that doesn’t fit your needs, for whatever reason, you can change companies without repercussions.

Paul Johnson has lived in Sandpoint for 19 years with his wife and three children. He is currently the administrator and part owner of Alliance Family Services Home Health. He has managed behavioral health facilities prior to shifting to Home Health and has a passion for delivering the best care possible to clients and their families. He enjoys learning and working with others who share his passion for delivering quality, compassionate care.

A conversation with your Doctor is the first step in determining what your health needs are and how to best address them.

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Myths About Social Security By Andrea Coy Social Security Public Affairs Specialist

ike any other successful and long-standing program or organization, there are a number of myths surrounding Social Security. Some of them are grounded in truth but just slightly misconstrued. Others are completely out of line with the truth. Let’s take a look at a few.

Myth 1: Social Security is just a retirement program. Social Security is more than a retirement program. It provides benefits to retirees, survivors, and people with disabilities who can no longer work. In fact, almost seven million disabled workers and nearly two million of their dependents get Social Security disability benefits. Six and a half million dependents of deceased workers (including two million children) get Social Security survivors benefits. Social Security is more than just retirement.

savings and investments. Your Social Security Statement is available at http://www.socialsecurity.gov/ myaccount. It is a great place to get an idea of what to expect during retirement. You can also visit our Retirement Estimator at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator.

Myth 3: If I work after I retire, I’ll be penalized. An earnings limit only applies if you plan to collect Social Security before your full retirement age. Once you reach your full retirement age, there is no penalty and no limit on the amount you can earn. You can determine your full retirement age by visiting http://

Myth 2: I don’t need to save because Social Security will take care of me when I’m retired. Social Security was never intended to be a person’s sole income in retirement; it should be combined with pension income and personal

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www.socialsecurity.gov/retire2/ retirechart.htm. The earnings limit for workers who are younger than “full” retirement age is $15,120 in 2013. (If you exceed this limit, we deduct $1 from benefits for each $2 earned over $15,120.) If you are reaching your full retirement age in 2013, there is a higher earnings limit of $40,080 for the months leading up to your full retirement age. (If you exceed this limit, we deduct $1 from benefits for each $3 earned over $40,080 until the month you reach your full retirement age.) Keep in mind that if we withhold some of your benefits due to work, we will re-compute your monthly benefit amount when you reach

Over 30 vendors offering everything from vegetables & fruits, jams, jellies and spices to handmade soaps, handspun yarn, basketry and lawn furniture.

One of the oldest Farmers’ Markets in Idaho. Every Saturday April 27th - October 5th 8:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. City Parking Lot Downtown Bonners Ferry 208-267-2780

At our website, you can apply for benefits, use our Retirement Planner, and get an estimate of your benefits, request a replacement Medicare card, and much more. You’ll find it all, along with answers to your questions, at www.socialsecurity.gov. Andrea Coy is a Public Affairs Specialist with the Social Security Administration and has worked for the agency for over ten years. She conveys Social Security program information through public presentations, print articles, as well as radio and TV interviews. Andrea grew up in North Idaho and graduated from George Fox University with a degree in History and Spanish. full retirement age to account for those months that we withheld your benefit. Remember there is no limit on earnings for workers who are full retirement age or older for the entire year.

Myth 4: To apply for benefits or do business with Social Security, I need to go to an office.

Social Security is more than a retirement program. It provides benefits to retirees, survivors, and people with disabilities who can no longer work.

Not only is this false, but we encourage you to do business with us the most convenient and fastest way at www.socialsecurity.gov.

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Directory Listings

Agencies, Free Referral Services & Volunteer Opportunities Alzheimer’s Association Inland NW Chapter, N. Idaho Office......................................208-666-2996 www.alz.org/inlandnorthwest P.J.Christo, RN; email: pj.christo@alz.org 24-Hour Help line.................................800-272-3900 We connect families to needed programs, products and services, provide Dementia Information, Local Support Groups, State and Federal Advocacy, educational programs, workshops and lectures for caregivers, families and the general public. Area Agency on Aging of North Idaho.. 208-667-3179 2120 Lakewood Dr. Ste. B., Coeur d’Alene Toll Free . ..............................................800-786-5536 Do you have questions about senior services and resources available in your community? Are you eligible for extra help paying for prescription drugs or help paying the monthly Medicare Part B premium? For free information and to discuss your options. Call us! Bonner County Board of Community Guardian .........................208-255-3098 guardianboard@co.bonner.id.us We are a last resort for anyone (often with dementia or debilitation) without family or friends to care for them. If you know of anyone like this, or would care to serve as a guardian or conservator, please call us.

Community Cancer Services...............208-255-2301 1215 Michigan Street, Sandpoint communitycancerservices.org We are here to help with education, information and direct support services to cancer patients and their families. Services include gas vouchers, financial assistance, grief counseling, wigs, hats, post-mastectomy products, Ensure, lending library, transportation, loaned medical equipment and more. Goodwill Industries - Workforce & Family Services 204 Larkspur St., Ponderay..................208-265-1984 1221 W. Ironwood Drive, Suite 101, Coeur d’ Alene www.discovergoodwill.org...................208-667-6463 Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest provides skills training, testing, job placement and retention services, youth mentoring, and case management. When you shop at our 11 Goodwill® stores or online at www.shopgoodwill.com, $.89 of every dollar directly supports our services in the community. Idaho Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired...............................................208-769-1411 2005 Ironwood Pkwy, Suite 222, Coeur d’Alene mgrandstaff@icbvi.idaho.gov ICBVI is a state agency that provides free independent living training and offers adaptive aids, such as magnifiers and talking devices, to help individuals who are struggling with vision loss to be more independent in their homes and the community. Panhandle Health District Senior Companion Program • www.phd1.idaho.gov Benewah County..................................208-245-4556 Bonner County.....................................208-263-5159 Boundary County.................................208-267-5558 Kootenai County..................................208-415-5160 Our free program assists those who are homebound, isolated and lonely. Volunteers are trained to offer companionship, transportation, and respite care. Volunteers are 55 years or older and are passionate about serving. Qualified volunteers earn an hourly stipend and all volunteers receive mileage reimbursement. University of Idaho Extension Boundary County.................................208-267-3235 6447 Kootenai Street, Bonners Ferry www.extension.uidaho.edu/boundary UI Extension brings research information to the local community to meet identified needs. We provide Medicare education, health and wellness programs, food safety/preservation; 4-H Youth Development and home horticulture, agricultural, nursery and forestry related programs.

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Automotive Steve’s Import Auto Service .................208-263-4911 1111 Michigan St., Sandpoint jfisher533@hotmail.com Is your car ready for winter? Your hometown repair experts for 32 years specializing in Subaru, Honda, Toyota, Nissan, BMW, Lexus, Audi, VW, Volvo and other import cars, as well as many domestic models. We guarantee our work and parts.

Care Communities, Independent & Assisted Living Bestland Senior Living Community....208-665-1600 606 E. Best Ave. Coeur d’Alene www.bestlandcda.com Bestland Senior Living offers 3 home-cooked meals per day, weekly housekeeping with linens, transportation, all utilities, wi-fi, and cable TV at one low rate. We are a smaller community offering residents a warm and loving atmosphere where they truly feel at home! Boundary Community Restorium.......208-267-2453 6619 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry boundaryccr@verizon.net Our facility accommodates 52 residents with homecooked meals and snacks. We help with shopping, medications, and bathing. We offer an array of activities, especially in summertime when residents enjoy our vegetable garden, beautiful flowers and entertainment in our gazebo. Life Care Center of Sandpoint..............208-290-8726 1125 N Division, Sandpoint • www.LCCA.com Life Care Center of Sandpoint specializes in long term care, special needs and dementia care, post-operative and acute illness restorative nursing and therapy, 24/7 admissions. Respite stay is also available. Semiprivate and private rooms. Schedule your tour, today! Luther Park at Sandpoint.....................208-265-3557 Assisted Living and Memory Care 510 Olive Ave., Sandpoint • www.luther-park.org Do what you want to do and leave the rest to us! We offer every level of care from unassisted independent living to full memory care. It’s all available at Luther Park. We are the best deal in town! Sandpoint Assisted Living....................208-265-2354 624 S. Division, Sandpoint www.EvergreenHealthcare.com Our community is unique because we are small and affordable, providing residents close and easy access to staff 24 hours a day. Rents are the lowest in the area and we also accept Medicaid.

Rose Terrace Country Homes..............208-623-6154 5672 W. Rhode Island, Spirit Lake Rose Terrace Cottages..........................208-665-0580 632 N. 21st St., Coeur d’Alene • www.roseterrace.org Our quaint, home-style facilities offer a compassionate, caring environment with well trained staff 24/7. Nurses available 7 days a week, wonderful meals and fun activities. Private and semi-private rooms. Medicaid accepted. The Bridge Assisted Living...................208-263-1524 1123 N. Division Ave., Sandpoint www.CenturyPA.com Adjusting to the transition of a new home is made easier with the intimate and compassionate environment at The Bridge. Assisted care is developed on an individualized basis. It’s the right place for home! Valley Vista Care: Skilled Center 820 Elm St., St. Maries..........................208-245-4576 Skilled Center 220 S. Division, Sandpoint...................208-265-4514 Assisted Living 820 Elm St., St. Maries...........................208-245-5908 www.valleyvista.org Enjoy a comfortable, homelike setting in either our assisted living or skilled care centers. We offer physical, speech, occupational and aquatic therapy for in-patient and out-patient rehab. Specializing in an innovative activity program and two unique behavior care units.

Counseling & Legal Alcohol & Drug Couseling and Recovery Services 102 S. Fourth Ave., Ste.B, Sandpoint....208-255-9333 When concerned about alcohol or drug problems, the prospect of change may appear challenging. We work together to explore options and find solutions that strengthen your quality and enjoyment of life. You are welcome to call for a complimentary consultation.

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Directory Listings Rawlings Community Counseling.......208-267-0900 6658 Comanche St., Bonners Ferry www.rawlingscommunitycounseling.com Mental health counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Offering addiction treatment, case management, and EMDR Therapy for trauma treatment. We accept most insurance, Medicaid and a sliding fee scale is available.

Providing practical tools to overcome abuse, family crisis, and life-destroying patterns.

208-265-6796 • www.lifelineresources.org Life Line Resources..............................208-265-6796 2023 Sandpoint West Plaza, Sandpoint www.lifelineresources.org Our classes help participants stop making the same life-destroying decisions over and over again, freeing them from the cycle of abusive relationships, substance abuse, and other patterns that keep them trapped in poverty and in trouble with the law. Marshall Law Office..............................208-255-7260 120 E. Lake St. STE #213 Providing professional, yet personal, mediation services to assist in resolving conflicts and disputes. I am able to help you through each step of mediation, preparation and filing of legal documentation if needed. PlayWorks Counseling………………….208-267-1801 6843 Main St. Suite D, Bonners Ferry Susanfalck.com/susanfalck@hotmail.com Providing a safe therapeutic environment where trust and alliance become the hallmarks of developing a relationship conducive for growth, understanding, and mastery of new skills. Utilizing a positive clientcentered approach and regard for people and the environment in which they live.

Dental Marshall A. Arbo, DDS..........................208-267-5187 5246 Westside Rd., Bonners Ferry Dr. Arbo, a General Dentist for over 40 years, provides complete denture service including full and partial dentures, denture repairs, adjustments and relines. Full dentures are fabricated in-office. The office is open by scheduled appointment only. Please call for an appointment. Michael G. Durnin, DDS.......................208-263-1412 1323 Hwy 2, Suite 301, Sandpoint www.drdurnindentalsandpoint.com We are committed to creating a positive dental experience for you and your family. The comprehensive services we offer include implants, extractions, dentures, root canals, crowns, cleanings, and more. Your comfort and dental care are paramount at our office!

Education & Communication Blue Sky Broadcasting, Inc...................509-879-6236 610 W. Hubbard, Ste. 207, Coeur d’Alene Covering North Idaho, Eastern Washington, Western Montana & Canada! Tune into your favorite Blue Sky Broadcast station for music, sports, weather and current events. For more information or to advertise call Spokane’s tallest marketing professional, Troy Murphy.

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IdahoGoes............................IdahoGOES@gmail.com IdahoGOES.org We’re five Idaho public colleges and universities, working together to provide a wide range of educational choices to help you develop the career that’s right for you. No matter the career path we can help you get there. North Idaho College, Sandpoint..........208-263-4594 102 South Euclid Sandpoint Bonners Ferry.......................................208-267-3878 791 Main Street Bonners Ferry Toll Free.............................. (877) 404-4536 Ext. 1705 North Idaho College is committed to bringing educational opportunities to the communities we serve. Our outreach locations offer admissions and advising assistance, financial aid and career counseling, credit and non-credit classes, testing and tutoring services, and a welcoming and supportive staff.

Events, Museums & Recreation

cabins, cottages and bungalows. The Marina Village includes a marina, vacation rentals, café, market, fitness center with heated pool, 9 miles of walking and biking trails and 9 acres of parks and beaches. Fun for the whole family! The Festival at Sandpoint.....................208-265-4554 525 Pine St., Sandpoint www.festivalatsandpoint.com The Festival at Sandpoint presents music under the stars on Lake Pend Oreille in Sandpoint, Idaho with an eclectic line-up for their summer concert series August 1-11, 2013. Info & tickets: online or by phone. The Pearl Theater.................................208-610-2846 7160 Ash St, Bonners Ferry Experience the Fabulous Pearl Theater located in Bonners Ferry. The Pearl Theater is a non-profit organization that offers exceptional Musical & Theatrical productions featuring local, regional and nationally acclaimed artists! Check out our calendar of events at www.thepearltheater.org!

Art In The Wild Fine Art Show..............208-267-3888 Sponsored by Friends of Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, 287 Westside Road (5 miles West of downtown Bonners Ferry) www.friendsofkootenainationalwildliferefuge.org 2nd Annual ART IN THE WILD Fine Art Show features nature-themed art and art using natural elements exhibited in a beautiful outdoor location. Come enjoy great food, free educational programs and activities along with live music. Saturday, September 21st, 10 am - 4 pm. Service animals only please.

Pend Oreille Valley Lavender Festival.. 509-671-0295 City Park (1st & Calispel Sts.), Newport, WA www.povLavenderFestival.com 10th annual Lavender Festival features artists, artisans and growers, wine and microbrew garden, gourmet food and live music. July 6th, 9-5 & Concert 6-9. July 7th, 10-4. BRING YOUR GROUP! Special bus rate $5. Admission $6, Children 12 & under FREE. Service animals only.

Artists’ Studio Tour ..............................208-263-2161 Information & Maps: www.ArtTourDrive.org Spend a weekend or two in and around Sandpoint! We invite you to visit the working studios of Painters, Sculptors, Jewelers, Potters, Glass Artists and more! Studios open Friday/Saturday & Sunday - August 9-11 & 16-18, Hours: 10-5 daily. WATCH FOR STUDIO SIGNS BY THE ROADS!

Idaho Forest Group..............................208-255-3200 687 Canfield Ave., Ste. 100, Coeur d’Alene www.idahoforestgroup.com Do you have a plan for growing your forest? Are you aware if your timberlands have any insect or disease issues you should know about? Idaho Forest Group works with you to keep your forests healthy.

Bird Aviation Museum and Invention Center 325 Bird Ranch Rd., Sagle....................208-255-4321 www.birdaviationmuseum.com The Bird Aviation Museum and Invention Center strives to educate visitors about the historic contributions of aviators and innovators who have helped create modern technology and to celebrate these individuals who have forever changed the way we live. It only takes one person to change the world.

Financial & Asset Management

Loan Star Mortgage..............................208-265-5070 201 E. Superior St., Ste. B • www.loanstarmrtg.com Matching our clients with a wide variety of loan programs (USDA, FHA, Fixed Rate, ARM, private money financing, and construction loans) to best suit their borrowing needs. Providing fast, friendly, supportive service in Bonner and Boundary counties for over 10 years. NMLS 14812.

Dover Bay Development......................208-265-1597 www.doverbayidaho.com Dover Bay Resort is a waterfront resort community on Lake Pend Oreille 3 miles west of downtown Sandpoint, featuring waterfront home sites, condos,

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Directory Listings Goodwill Industries operates modern stores in Coeur d’Alene, Ponderay and Post Falls. The stores are filled with unique bargains that change daily. Sales support Goodwill’s programs that help people obtain jobs and assist adults and children with special needs. Grünberg Schloss Collectors’ Cabinet.208-263-7871 210 C Triangle Drive, Ponderay gruner@televar.com We buy, sell and trade coins, gold, silver, tokens and paper money. With 40 years experience, there isn’t much we haven’t seen. We offer prospecting and food grade storage supplies, collectors’ necessities and wide range of books.

James Hutchens, P.A. . ..........................208-265-2500 1211 Michigan St., Ste. B, Sandpoint 6769 Main St., Bonners Ferry...............208-267-1665 www.hutchenscpa.com We have provided accounting services including business and individual tax preparation, financial statements, bookkeeping and payroll services for Sandpoint and the surrounding communities for over 13 years and have been in the accounting business for over 30 years.

Gifts & Shopping Bizarre Bazaar......................................208-263-3400 502 Church St., Sandpoint • www.calsandpoint.org Bizarre Bazaar is owned and run exclusively by Community Action League volunteers. Gently used household items, books, furniture and select quality clothing. Items not retained are donated elsewhere to churches, missions, school and charity fundraisers, and special-need situations. All profits stay in Bonner County. Bonners Ferry Farmers Market...........208-267-2780 City Parking Lot www.bonnersferryfarmersmarket.org For 32+ years the market has brought together individuals across the region providing locally grown food, farm-related products and crafts. Knowledgeable vendors assist customers with use of fresh produce and caring for plants purchased, encouraging local service and local sustainability. Goodwill Industries Retail Stores 204 Larkspur St., Ponderay..................208-265-1980 1212 N. 4th St., Coeur d’ Alene .............208-664-2552 317 Seltice Way, Ste. A, PostFalls..........208-773-6181 www.shopgoodwill.com

Huckleberry Variety.............................208-267-3286 7214 Main St., Bonners Ferry www.huckleberryvariety.com Our goal is to provide a service to the community by not being just another gift store but rather a store that carries a wide variety of products with lower prices to serve our friends, neighbors, local residents and visitors. Mischievous Moose General Store.......208-627-9558 334 N. 1st. Avenue, Sandpoint Mischievous Moose is a unique General Store showcasing handcrafted local and international products. Featuring organic soaps, moisturizers, natural deodorants, jewelry, candy, gourmet hot sauce and much more—plus even a mining camp to boot! Rob McKenney, Custom Cartoonist.....208-597-6358 Bonners Ferry. Cartoons can be custom designed for almost any occasion or purpose, only limited by your imagination. Call to discuss your needs. Pricing is very reasonable, after all, it’s all in fun! The Vapor Depot...................................877-867-0965 300 Bonner Mall, Ste. 70, Ponderay www.TheVaporDepot.com Premium electronic cigarettes for less! The highest quality products in the world backed by the best most knowledgeable customer service in the Northwest. We make quitting smoking easy!

Health & Wellness Audiology Research Associates............208-255-4389 123 S. Third Ave., Suite 9, Sandpoint Serving Sandpoint for over 20 years. We help you hear better! Hearing evaluations for adults and children. We sell the most advanced digital hearing aids available and each hearing aid comes with 3 to 5 years free batteries. Bonner Community Food Bank...........208-263-3663 1707 Culvers Drive, Sandpoint www.foodbank83864.com

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Specializing in medical and oncology massage, gentle massage for the elderly, sports re-habilitation massage, a unique four part program for people suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome, and general relaxation massage therapy.

Home Improvement & Maintenance

We are helping our community one meal at a time. doTERRA Essential Oils……………….208-818-1235 Contact Erin Smith • Erin34smith@gmail.com doTERRA (CPTG) Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade® essential oils represent the safest, purest, and most beneficial essential oils available today. Experienced essential oil users will immediately recognize doTERRA superior quality standard for naturally safe, purely effective therapeutic-grade essential oils. Eye Care For You!..................................208-263-9000 710 W. Superior St., Suite A, Sandpoint Monday - Thursday 8-5, Friday by Appointment. Dr. Julie Gagnon and Dr. Kenneth Cameron provide professional eye care in a friendly environment. We diagnose and co-manage eye diseases such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration. We also offer quality frames and lenses at all price levels.

All About Chimneys & Sagle Stove Shop 469058 S. Hwy. 95, Sagle.......................208-265-2226 Dryer vents and chimneys cleaned, health care home and commercial inspections. Installations, repairs and relines done by our family of Journeyman, HVAC licensed, bonded and insured installers. A local family business since 1982. (Almost 30 years!) Check out our Sagle Stove Shop too!

Hospice & Pre-Planning Auburn Crest Hospice..........................208-773-7731 Toll Free…………………………………..877-773-7133 1596 E Seltice Way, Post Falls www.auburncrest.com At Auburn Crest Hospice, we listen to our patients, their loved ones, and committed caregivers to develop a care plan that puts the wishes of the patient first, which enables patients to live out their lives with comfort, dignity, and control.

Soul Town Fitness.................................208-255-7010 30736 Hwy 200 #4 All women’s 24 hour gym, with classes daily ranging from palates to zumba. Touchstone Therapies..........................208-290-6760 803 W. Pine St., Sandpoint email: krystle.touchstone@gmail.com

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The most loving act...

Pre-planned Funeral Arrangements Pre-arrangement Specialist

River City Hospice 205 N. 1st Ave., Sandpoint....................208-265-8612 or...........................................................866-907-4387 3726 E. Mullan Ave., Post Falls.............208-777-2489 www.RiverCityHospice.com At River City Hospice, we believe each patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s situation is unique and many of the coping strategies and emotions are not. At the center of hospice care is the belief that patients have the right to live pain-free and with dignity.

Hospitals & Medical Care

Bart & Anne Marie Casey

Lakeview Funeral Home & Cremation Service 301 S. Olive, Sandpoint, Idaho

208-263-3180

www.lakeviewfuneral.com

Bonner General Hospital.....................208-263-1441 520 N. 3rd, Sandpoint Bonner General Immediate Care.........208-265-3751 400 Schweitzer Plaza Rd.,Ponderay www.bonnergeneral.org Your community hospital providing quality, compassionate care in a comfortable, healing environment. We provide a full range of healthcare services, including home health, hospice, physical, occupational and speech therapy, radiology, laboratory, surgery, and emergency services. Also visit our Immediate Care Clinic in Ponderay. Boundary Community Hospital and Nursing Home................208-267-3141 6640 Kaniksu St., Bonners Ferry Camas Center Clinic.............................509-447-7111 1821 W. LeClerc Rd. #1, Cusick, WA www.kalispeltribe.com/camas-center-clinic The Camas Center Clinic offers comprehensive healthcare including: medical, dental, chiropractic, physical therapy and massage therapy. The clinic is open to the general public and accepts most major commercial and public insurance carriers.

Bonner Community Hospice...............208-265-1179 a service of Bonner General Hospital 520 N. Third Ave., Sandpoint www.BonnerGeneral.org Caring for terminally ill patients and their families in Bonner and Boundary counties. Services include pain management, specialized nursing care, bathing and personal care, chaplaincy, supportive counseling, medical supplies and equipment. Covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance.

Clark Fork Valley Hospital....................406-826-4800 10 Kruger Rd., Plains, MT

Lakeview Funeral Home and Cremation Service................................208-263-3180 301 S. Olive Ave., Sandpoint www.lakeviewfuneral.com Providing burial, cremation, headstone, funeral preplanning and pre-funding services in an honest, dignified and fair manner at affordable prices. We achieve professional, personal and meaningful relationships with the families that we serve within Sandpoint and surrounding communities.

Kaniksu Health Services 6615 Comanche St. Bonners Ferry......208-267-1718 30410 Hwy. 200, Ponderay...................208-263-7101 6509 Hwy 2, Suite 101, Priest River......208-448-2321 www.KaniksuHealthServices.org Providing comprehensive health care and services for all patients, regardless of income. Accepting Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and uninsured people who need medical care. We also have a veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clinic at our Ponderay location! Call 208-2630450 for an appointment.

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Life Flight Network...............................800-982-9299 22285 Yellow Gate, Aurora, OR • www.lifeflight.org Life Flight Network is a nationally recognized, air medical service. Our Sandpoint base serves Northern Idaho and a $60 annual membership means your family will have no out-of-pocket costs for medically necessary flights. Mountain View Family Medicine.........208-263-9545 Timothy R. Bonine, M.D. 1309 Ponderosa Drive, Suite 103, Sandpoint A multi-generational family medical practice. We serve newborns all the way to the elderly with quality, personalized medical care. Same day appointments, on time and a fun staff. We are your best choice for medical care. Newport Hospital and Health Services.....................................509-447-2441 714 W. Pine St., Newport, WA • www.phd1.org We provide 24-hour care when you need it! Two primary care clinics offer same day/walk-in appointments. Other services: Emergency; General Surgery; Obstetrics; Anesthesia; Diagnostic Imaging; Laboratory; Physical, Speech, & Occupational Therapy; Acute Care; Swing Bed; Long Term Care; Assisted Living. Pend Oreille Surgery Center............... 208- 265-8194 30544 Hwy 200, Ste. 201, Ponderay kris@poscllc.com Pend Oreille Surgery Center provides quality, cost effective outpatient surgical care. Our professional team and comfortable environment help make your surgical experience a positive one. Ask your healthcare provider if your procedure may be scheduled at Pend Oreille Surgery Center. Shriners Hospitals for Children – Spokane 911 W. 5th Ave., Spokane, WA 99204.....509-455-7844 Shriners Hospitals for Children - Spokane provides expert pediatric orthopaedic specialty care to children from Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska

and Canada. Children ages 0-18 receive all care and services in a family centered environment regardless of the families’ ability to pay.

In-Home Services Addus Home Health.............................208-667-2309 914 W. Ironwood Dr., Ste.201, Cd’A • www.addus.com Since 1979 we have been providing quality in-home care; companionship, light housekeeping, meal preparation; transportation to appointments, bathing assistance, medication reminders. Our cost-effective services are designed to improve health and well-being and make your choice easier to remain independent at home. Alliance Family Services 708 Superior St., Ste.B, Sandpoint Home Health........................................208-255-1640 Outreach Director................................208-512-0814 www.alliancefamilyservices.com We are committed to providing quality home health services such as Skilled Nursing, CNA’s, Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapists. We are dedicated to promoting independence and quality of life to all those we serve throughout North Idaho. Bonner General Hospital - Home Health Services 520 N. Third Ave., Sandpoint................ 208-265-1007 www.BonnerGeneral.org Providing skilled, intermittent care in the home setting. Services include skilled nursing care; physical, occupational and speech-language therapies; medical social services and certified home health aid services. Covered by Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance. Boundary Personal Care......................208-267-1427 6426 Kootenai Street, Bonners Ferry www.augusthh.com Serving North Idaho since 1994, we bring wellness to your home, a personalized plan of care, and trained and consistent caregivers. We help people live their best possible life at home.

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Happy Feet

I can come to you!

Minimum Fee $10

Nail Clipping & Massage Call LaVerne 208-610-2972 Comfort Keepers of North Idaho 820 E. Best Ave., Coeur d’Alene Coeur d’Alene & Silver Valley...............208-765-9511 Sandpoint.............................................208-265-9522 www.comfortkeepers.com/office-125 Comfort Keepers provides in-home care for seniors and the disabled in all five northern counties of Idaho. Our unique brand of care giving engages individuals physically and socially, while helping them maintain independent living in the comfort of their own homes. Happy Feet............................................208-610-2972 Sandpoint • Idaho_rbti@yahoo.com I serve both Bonner and Boundary Counties. In the comfort of your home or your local senior center, I will clip your nails, and massage your feet for a price that can’t be beat! Panhandle Health District...................208-415-5160 Home Health Services 8500 N. Atlas Road, Hayden • www.phd1.idaho.gov We believe firmly in educating the community about their choices in selecting a home health agency. Reaching remote homebound patients in Idaho’s 5 northern counties providing physical, occupational and speech therapy, CNAs, dietitian services, and RN case management throughout patient’s care. Res Care Home Care.............................888-390-6730 1015 W. Ironwood Dr., Ste. 101, Coeur d’Alene www.ResCareHomeCare.com www.RestAssuredSystems.com ResCare is all about providing you with skilled caregivers, when and where you need them! At home, in a long-term care facility, or assisted living. We also offer Rest Assured®, a web-based telecare system for in-home, non-intrusive care and security monitoring. Veterans Home Care……………………877-390-6377 11861 Westline Industrial Dr. , STE 750 St. Louis, Mo. 63146 • www.veteranshomecare.com We help qualifying wartime veterans or widows apply

for the VA’s Aid & Attendance benefit. We promptly provide home care - with no up-front cost, help navigate the VA approval process and help clients meet VA criteria, to keep their pension - and home care.

Insurance Pend Oreille Insurance & Financial Services 476394 Hwy 95, Ponderay....................208-263-2169 www.pendoreilleinsurance.com All lines: personal, business, health and life. Spears Insurance, Inc...........................208-265-2026 102 S. Euclid Ave., Ste 103, Sandpoint cspears4insurance@gmail.com There are many types of benefit plans. Which one is right for you? Let’s first understand the basics of Medicare in plain simple language, and then discuss other factors to finding the right coverage for you. Call me today to schedule your appointment.

Pharmacies, Medical Equipment, Safety & Supplies OXARC, Inc. 75 McGhee Rd., Sandpoint...................208-263-1016 3530 Ramsey Rd., Coeur d’Alene.........208-765-3311 www.oxarc.com Fire, safety, and industrial services & supplies. First aid & fire extinguisher sales, service & training; fire suppression systems & alarms; medical, industrial & specialty gases, dry ice blocks-slabs-pellets, specialty chemicals.

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Medicine Man Pharmacy 624 Larch, Sandpoint...........................208-597-7466 (Inside Super 1 Foods) • www.medmanpharmacy.com Transfer your prescriptions to us. It’s easy! We have pharmaceutical grade neutraceuticals and compounding services. Price matching on most medications and mail or in-town delivery. Veterans: we can fill your prescription vouchers! We care about you and your health.

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Newport Alarm.............800-938-4184/509-447-4903 962 Stohr Rd., Newport • newportalarm@hotmail.com Providing home and commercial security in Idaho and Washington since 1966 and Medical Alert Systems nationwide. Medical Alert is a pendant or bracelet with emergency services at the push of a button. Licensed/bonded contractor with 47 years of combined experience. Northwest Health Systems, Inc............509-744-9891 2818 N. Sullivan Rd., Bldg.2E, Spokane, WA www.NWHSRX.com We are a long term care pharmacy specializing in medication management systems, electronic medical records and medical supplies. Please call us to see how we can help with the safety and efficiency of passing medications in your facility. Sandcreek Medical...............................208-263-3713 306 1/2 N. First Ave. (behind Panida Theater) www.sandcreekmedical.com We are your local hometown medical equipment and respiratory company. Customer care and honest service are the mainstay of our business. Owned and operated by Gary and Tammi Rench, our family has been local business owners since 1967. Sandpoint Super Drug.........................208-263-1408 604 N. 5th Ave., Sandpoint • superdrug@sandpoint.net We strive to provide the highest quality home health care equipment, supplies and services, while being competitive on product and pricing. We offer goods and services unique to our community, with the comfort and independence of our customers in mind. Medicare approved! White Cross Pharmacy.........................208-263-9080 1319 Hwy 2, Suite A, Sandpoint 5453 Hwy 2, Priest River.......................208-448-1633 whitecross@nctv.com Ask us about the special packaging options available to help you manage your medications and

supplements. Free in-town delivery, drive-up window, vaccinations, two convenient locations on Highway 2 in West Sandpoint and Priest River. Proudly serving Bonner County since 1922.

Veterinary Bonners Ferry Veterinary Clinic..........208-267-7502 Emergency Phone................................208-444-1024 6657 Main, Bonners Ferry Let us help you care for your favorite four-legged friends! Our clinic provides complete veterinary services for healthy pets and for sick or injured animals, including horses and livestock. We provide an on-call emergency service in addition to our regular hours. Dog and Pony Show…………………….509-991-7314 Erica Curless, Certified Equine Massage Therapist Visit “Erica Curless” on Facebook! Mobile bodywork serving horses and dogs at your home or barn in North Idaho and Eastern Washington. Enhance your investment and help your horse or dog move better and perform better. Specializing in performance horses and dogs, geriatrics, injury recovery and prevention. Pend Oreille Veterinary Service 895 Kootenai Cutoff, Ponderay............208-263-2145 6664 Main St., Bonners Ferry...............208-267-2444 www.sandpointvets.com We realize your pet is a special part of your family, and our primary goal is to provide your pet with the most advanced care possible from a staff that truly cares, loves and honors your pet’s unique needs.

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Crossword It’s a Mystery! Across

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How to Play Sudoku To solve the Sudoku puzzle, each row, column and boxmust contain the numbers 1 to 9.

Crossword and Sodoku answers on page 70.

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Let’s Go To The Theater! by Joyce Drush, North Idaho Business Development Advisor

here in your community can you find excitement, new friends, priceless entertainment, fun and a rewarding experience for all ages at a reasonable cost? When it comes to affordable entertainment, local Community Theater shines! Theater offers audiences a live, in-the-moment experience, one that can never be repeated. There are elements of risk, surprise, and enchantment in live performances that can’t be duplicated. Theaters have productions to suit every taste. Whether you go to enjoy the creativity of young people, emerging artists, amateur actors, or professional performers, your local community theater has something for everyone to enjoy. Always a unique experience, live theater is more electric, accepting, responsive and vocal than other

activities. It is easy to be drawn into the performance and audience excitement is infectious. A strong sense of community develops while cheering on performers. The League of American Orchestras in the United States conducted research to discover what motivated people to attend concerts. They found that people come to the theater with an expectation that they will be moved emotionally and spiritually, and audiences seek the experience of being touched by a live performance. The theater quite literally brings a script to life, turning creativity to creation, prompting a visceral response seldom found elsewhere. (1) Here in Northern Idaho, opportunities abound to participate in performance arts, whether as a performer, volunteer, supporter or audience member. In addition, theater activity isn’t just fun and personally rewarding, studies show that arts participation has health benefits and promotes physical and emotional well being! One example is: “Neuroscientists are exploring evidence that challenging mental activity such as artistic expression stimulates

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the growth of new brain cells in the cerebral cortex. This happens even as we age. It is theorized that arts participants have a heightened sense of control and social engagement, both of which may boost the immune system.” (2) Another wonderful thing about Community Theater is that the nature of the theater tends to break down stereotypes and lead to multi-generational understanding and friendships. Fortunately, throughout our Northern Idaho communities, adults, seniors, students and youth frequently perform together. Adults say it invigorates them to work with youth, and the youth participants feel it changes their ideas about aging. When young people see and older adult dance, act and laugh their way through a production, they may rethink what it’s like to grow older in our Community! Whether in a theater group or as a key volunteer, you are important, and the show won’t go on without you! Hearing the audience applaud is exciting and a great morale booster on both sides of the stage. Take advantage of this healthy opportunity and participate. So how can you get involved?

Most local theaters are non-profit organizations, relying on volunteers to thrive. The most common way to get involved is to audition for a part in an upcoming production, or create your own production and bring it to the theater. If you are not thrilled with the prospect of being onstage, theaters need volunteers in a variety of roles to run smoothly. If you’ve considered becoming a volunteer, Community Theater can be very rewarding, and you don’t have to be an actor, singer, or dancer! Volunteer opportunities abound. Become a member of your local theater and receive special benefits. Sign up for the mailing list to keep you informed of upcoming events and opportunities. So, grab your friends and neighbors, pick up some tickets, and go to the Theater. The experience will enhance the quality of your life and bring more creativity, imagination and inspiration into your life.

Sources: http://www.acctourism.com (http://www.seniorsworldchronicle.com/2008_02_13_ archive.html

Joyce Drush lives in Bonners Ferry, ID. Her professional experience includes owning a national loyalty marketing company, and working in leadership for non-profit agencies for over 15 years. Joyce is passionate about volunteer work, and helps non-profits as a business advisor, grant writer, and volunteer. Currently, she volunteers at the Pearl Theater, which she helped to become a non-profit organization, and the Bonners Ferry Visitor Center, where she greets visitors from around the world and shares fabulous Northern Idaho with them.

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If They Could Talk.... by Dr. Bruce Vogel, Pend Oreille Veterinary Service

’m Meegan, a ten year old Golden Retriever. As a puppy, I could do anything and did it with gusto. As I get older, I am slowing down. I am happy to retrieve the ball, but return it a little slower than I used to. I love to hike, but instead of running ahead, I stick close to the same path as my human. I like to sleep in longer now too. I even eat slower. My human just says I’m getting older and accepts the changes as part of life. What I’m trying to say is, “My teeth hurt, my knees hurt, my hips hurt, and my back hurts. And living in chronic pain is not any fun even though my tail still wags. Please take me to the doctor and get me some help!” Chronic pain in our older pets is not uncommon but often overlooked or just accepted by the average pet owner. Slowing down, not jumping into the car or truck, running with both back legs together, moving up the stairs slowly, or getting up with difficulty in the morning after a good day of exercise are just a few of the symptoms our pets will exhibit. If you recognize any of these symptoms then your pet is likely suffering from chronic pain. There are many modalities used to help control chronic pain, we will talk about acupuncture in this article. When discussing

Chronic pain in our older pets is not uncommon but often overlooked or just accepted by the average pet owner. the use of acupuncture you need to turn off the scientific (left side) of your brain and open up the artistic (right side) of your brain. The art of acupuncture or eastern medicine doesn’t supply our minds with scientific answers to the benefits seen through the use of this modality. Acupuncture points in dogs and cats have been extrapolated from acupuncture

points in humans, and horses, since in ancient Chinese medicine the dog and cat were not highly revered as they are today. Acupuncture points follow meridians or pathways on the outside as well as the inside of the body. These pathways channel the flow of energy known as “chi” throughout the body. Acupuncture is used to treat many problems in

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our pets, we will briefly touch on the treatment of pain resulting from arthritis. There are points at the base of the skull often used to disperse wind which is considered a pernicious influence that invades the body causing the ebb and flow of the arthritic pain. There are points along the back that aid in the flow of chi (arthritis is often a result of blocked chi). There are also points on channels along the hind limbs that help to control pain and increase energy. Treatments often take about 30 minutes per session and it may take 3 to 6 sessions to get the results we are looking for. So if you choose to have acupuncture treatments for your pet, go with an open mind and look forward to seeing positive changes in your pet. Your pet will say “Thanks!”

Dr. Bruce Vogel graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1991 and joined Pend Oreille Veterinary Service in 1995. Bruce enjoys working with both cats and dogs with special interests in orthopedic care, procedures and surgeries, acupuncture and treating exotic animals. When not at the clinic he enjoys spending time outdoors. Skiing, hiking and canoeing are just a few of the activities that Bruce enjoys in his spare time.

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Crossword and Sudoku Answers Puzzles on pages 64 & 65

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