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Keep aging eyes healthy Retired teacher keeps activities going Top five travel places in Colorado Maintaining strong relationships Retirement planning a challenge in economy Downsizing your home Tips for the sandwich generation Keep your mind sharp Boomers give back by teaching English Adults get hip in dance classes Protect yourself from ID theft Home and auto insurance for seniors Feldenkrais Method teaches movement

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Caregivers help at home Recognize signs of hearing loss Stay active and healthy Taxes after retirement Staying safe online

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Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010 • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Radisson Conference Center 1850 Industrial Circle, Longmont • Behind the Radisson Hotel The Boomers & Beyond Expo is a one-day event that is designed to provide adults age 55 and older and their families with information and services that will assist them in maintaining an active, informed and healthy lifestyle. AARP AARP is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age.

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Hearts & Homes for Seniors Provides free of charge individualized guidance and coaching in selecting assisted living or Alzheimer’s dementia care. Saves time and stress, and increases peace of mind. Hover Community Inc. A nonprofit senior living community comprised of Hover Manor Independent Apartments and Beatrice Hover Assisted Living. Howe Mortuary and Cremation Services The Howe family has been the area’s premiere funeral and cremation service provider since 1898. Kaiser Senior Advantage

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Keep aging eyes sharp • Visit your eye care professional regularly.

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Beyond a healthy lifestyle, there are solutions to common age-related vision problems. With presbyopia, bifocals or reading glasses (for contact lens wearers) are a common solution. However, reading glasses can be cumbersome and easily misplaced, and bifocals require you to use a magnification lens intended for reading anytime you look down, which can make mundane tasks as simple as walking down stairs unnecessarily difficult.

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Growing older and getting reading glasses seem to go hand in hand, just like getting gray hair or wrinkles as you age. But that doesn’t have to be the case if you take steps to care for your eyes as you age. Presbyopia, a natural effect of aging, happens to just about everyone around the age of 40, even if you have had laser eye surgery. As you age, the lens in each of your eyes begins to lose its ability to change focus quickly on an object or page of text, causing blurred vision at reading distance. Chances are that you know several people who have this condition, and you may develop it yourself, now or in the future. Some simple, yet often overlooked steps can help you take care of your eyesight as you age. • During prolonged intervals in front of a TV, computer or other electronic device, try blinking more often than you might normally. Every so often, look away from the device and focus on a distant object. • Be sure to have adequate light while reading. A simple lamp may not do the trick, causing you to strain your eyes.

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Thriving in Life Retired teacher thrives at presenting activities for seniors By Kristi Ritter Photos by Paul Litman Longmont Times-Call

When Donna Stang was 7 years old, she told her parents she wanted to be a teacher. Her passion for becoming a teacher even flowed over to her summer breaks, when she’d erase all the answers out of her work books and then ask her friends over to play school. Of course, Stang played the teacher, and although her friends expressed their disinterest in school time, they listened intently. Stang followed her dream and started as a fifth grade teacher where she had grown up in South Dakota. But the classroom teaching didn’t last long, as she was asked to fill in for a physical education teacher on maternity leave. She loved it, and instead of returning to her fifth grade class the next year, she took over as the physical education and health teacher, as well as coaching. When she moved to Colorado 40 years ago, she started as a teacher at Niwot Elementary, only to be bumped after almost three years to a teacher with tenure. That’s when she explored her options, and ended up landing a job with Life Care Center in Longmont as the social services director, and later the admissions and marketing director. A new passion fell over her. “I fell in love with the senior population,” Stang says. “I even worked with a lady who was 105 years old.” After three years at Life Care, the opportunity arose for her to return to teaching at Niwot Elementary. Since it was her passion in life, Stang returned for 12 years to the school before retiring in 2002. Retirement didn’t suit Stang well, who has al-

Donna Stang, The Vistas activities coordinator, watches a game of Rummbikub being played by Marv Peterson, his wife Peggy, and friends. Top: Donna Stang congratulates and high fives Viola Bath while playing a game of dominos with Stang and Marge Sisson, at left.

ways been blessed with good health and a lot of energy. She dabbled in community after school programs, filled the roles as a temporary receptionist and even worked at the copy center at the St. Vrain Valley School District.


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In early 2009, Stang returned to senior living and accepted a job at The Vistas in Longmont as the activities director. With her passion for life, intensive energy and teaching background, it was the perfect fit. As the activities director, Stang coordinates programs for all divisions of The Vistas, including assisted living, memory care and independent living. “I’ve turned to a lot of people for program ideas, as I’m always trying to meet the five different needs for residents each week, which include mental, physical, social, emotional and spiritual,� she says. “I try to make people learn a new activity every month.� Stang seems to be never short on ideas, throwing in trivia, word searches and cards to keep people sharp, while not forgetting some type of entertainment weekly. Dancing tends to be a favorite among the crowd, even for Stang. “I dance with every resident, even if they are wheelchair bound.� Physical fitness is available five days a week to residents and varies immensely, including tai chi, yoga, stretching, weight bands and walking around the pond next to The Vistas. “It’s a quarter mile around the pond, and we call ourselves the Golden Sneakers Club,� she says. The residents even play the Wii, which Stang admits the favorite game is bowling. “Ninety to 95 percent of our physical fit-

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Donna Stang, second from right, and her group of volunteers, from left, Marv Peterson, his wife Peggy, and Beatty Morgan help make root beer floats for some of the residents at The Vistas.

ness activities are done in chairs, so it makes it doable for anyone,� she says. By far the biggest social activity for residents at The Vistas is the ice cream parlor, which serves up root beer floats, banana splits and ice cream cones. Stang enjoys the opportunity to also get residents out and about in the community, whether it’s to the theater, the fair and even shopping. “My goal is to keep the communication open and find out what the residents want to do,� she says. With all of those activities and filling the needs of so many people, it’s amazing to many how energetic Stang has been throughout her life. “From the time I was a little girl I’ve had

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Top five destinations to travel in Colorado By Kendall Schoemann Longmont Times-Call

Colorado is arguably the most naturally beautiful state, with endless mountain peaks, placid lakes and breathtaking trails. Whether it is a relaxing weekend away, a daring adventure or a family reunion, Colorado is the ideal venue. The following stunning places are meant to be adored, explored and cherished. These sites and striking views are only a short drive away.

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Estes Park Glenwood Springs Glenwood Springs, home of the largest mineral hot springs pool in the world, is a stunning area with a range of activities. Begin your stay with adventure, such as zip-lining, kayaking, paragliding or a visit to the Giant Canyon Swing. Recover with a dip in the Glenwood Hot Springs pool and explore the ancient vapor caves. Vicky Nash, public relations representative at Resort Trends, says Glenwood Springs’ peak seasons are summer and fall. “Weekends fill up fast. For the best prices and availability, book a stay Sunday through Thursday,” she says.

Glenwood Springs in fall offers exquisite changing leaves, crisp mountain air, less crowds and better deals. Consider hiking the popular Hanging Lake trail, fly fishing or golfing. Scenic drives are a great way to see the changing aspen leaves and mountain views. www.glenwoodchamber.com

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Breckenridge is the ultimate small town with plenty of winter charm. With four peaks, the mountain offers superb skiing for the beginner and the professional. A gondola connects the snowy town to the powdery mountains. Sleighrides are a romantic way to stay warm and explore a town full of character. In addition to skiing and snow boarding, ice skating, dog sled tours, snowshoeing and sledding are fun winter activities. Relax with a spa day or fine dining and evening entertainment. www.gobreck.com

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With such close proximity, there is no excuse not to visit Estes Park. Tour the famous Stanley Hotel, explore the small town charm and experience Homestead Meadows by horseback. Book a twohour tour or opt for an entire day. Suzy Blackhurst, communications coordinator for the Estes Park Convention & Visitors Bureau, encourages visitors to try something new. “Try touring a national forest in a chuck wagon or take photography lessons from a professional,” she says. For low strenuous activities she suggests a scenic drive or a walk in the national park, which is accessible by wheelchair. “Walk down our beautiful river walk path that takes you through the downtown core,” she says. “Stop and grab a coffee or ice tea.” Live entertainment is offered every Sunday afternoon by the Rocky Ridge Music Center. End your day watching the final minutes of sunset with a glass of wine on the Riverwalk. www.estes parkcvb.com


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Five tips for retirement planning in a challenging economy Article Resource Association

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Maintaining the spark in a years-long relationship has its challenges. Particularly in this day and age, spouses sometimes only see each other for a few hours a day between work, meetings, kids and other obligations. Letting your relationship languish can have dire consequences. The worst-case scenario might be separation, but even if things don’t go that far, partners can start to feel alienated, alone and unloved. Problems really start when frustration builds up but doesn’t get voiced and when subjects that are hard to talk about are left unattended. These issues are only compounded when one partner has a medical problem or health issues. Dealing with health problems can try even the most patient and loving relationships, though no one is to blame. To keep your relationship’s flame burning, consider ways that you can re-connect. Save the Date Don’t just settle for the few hours a day that you already see each other. Schedule time when you can spend quality time together and stick to it – no excuses. If you haven’t been seeing eye-to-eye lately, try doing something that requires input and cooperation from both partners. Try cooking a healthy, beautiful meal together from

scratch – ask each other to do taste tests, set a candlelit table and linger over the dinner that you’ve made for each other. If you’re able to do something more active, consider canoeing, simulated rock-climbing or renting a tandem bicycle. Get Away from it All Take a vacation from it all, but don’t leave the intent to reconnect at home. Go to a place where you’ll be able to focus on each other, and where you’ll feel comfortable talking about your relationship. Know what makes you come out of your shell – maybe you feel more comfortable holding hands on a quiet beach, or maybe you feel a stronger connection with your partner when you have to work together to find your way through a new place. Bring in Reinforcements You might feel alone in losing the spark in your relationship, but that could not be further from the truth. If you’re suffering from medical problems, look for related support groups where you can connect with other individuals and couples who are facing similar issues. They might have insights that you can benefit from, and you might just be able to help someone else. You might also seek out a couples’ counselor who can help set you on a path to reconnection, or consult your doctor for support.

“What do I do now?” This is the question that is being asked by everyone from baby boomers on the cusp of retirement to 20-somethings who have just started their retirement savings. “Challenging economic times call for a return to basic principles, like a commitment to personal savings, seeking professional advice to help investors assess their personal situations, and employing a holistic approach to retirement planning,” advises Christine Marcks, president of Prudential Retirement. A thoughtful approach to preparing for retirement is important for all individuals, no matter how far off retirement might be. Prudential has developed The Four Pillars of U.S. Retirement as a framework to discuss how Americans can prepare for and live in retirement. Here are five back-to-basics tips to help Americans get their retirement plans back on track in this challenging market: 1. Know the options and outcomes for drawing your social security benefits. If you are nearing retirement, be sure to understand your options and how you can maximize your social security benefits. 2. Continue to leverage and maximize your workplace-provided programs. If you aren’t already, enroll in your workplace-sponsored defined contribution plan – 401(k), 403(b), etc. – if one is available. You should contribute at least enough to get the full benefit of a sponsor match. 3. Make the most of your personal savings. Despite the uncertain economy, remain calm. Follow the basic principle of investment diversification, which continues to be an important element of any financial plan. 4. Assess – and maybe reassess – your retirement choices. The current downturn may require you to re-examine key retirement choices, such as when to retire or where to live. A tax-efficient approach to taking retirement income can play a big part in how long your retirement assets will last. 5. Seek advice from a financial professional. If you don’t already have a financial advisor, a trusted friend or peer can be a good source for referrals. Schedule a time to have a conversation with a professional who can provide you with detailed advice about planning for your future retirement.


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There are many reasons to downsize to a smaller home, but one of the biggest reasons is for an easier lifestyle.

Nancy McBride, Realtor and senior real estate specialist at Re/Max Traditions in Longmont, says before making a decision about moving, first determine what you want out of the move. This can range from smaller square footage to take care of, less or no yard work, and a place where you can age in place.

Ideal things to look for in a home can include no stairs, with a master bedroom and laundry room on the first floor. “Universal design can be important so you can age in place,” says Cathy Rivers, owner of Rivers Colorworks+Design in Lyons. “Think about retro fitting and adapting spaces for future use.”

One of the hardest parts about downsizing to a smaller home is leaving homes where families were raised and are full of memories. “There is not enough that can be said about the emotional impact, “ McBride says. “It is nice to know you won’t have as many worries, but you are still leaving a home where there are tons of memories and emotional ties.”

While leaving a home you have lived in for a long time is hard, sometimes downsizing material possessions can be just as hard. Rivers recommends drawing out a floor plan and figuring out which pieces of furniture are going to fit. Those that don’t can be given to family members or donated.

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Once inventory has been taken and a suitable plan is set, the sorting begins. “The idea brings up a lot of anxiety, because people are often going through 40 years of memories,” Rivers says. “Once you start letting go of things it does get easier.”

Another design concept that helps when downsizing is maximizing vertical space. Rivers suggests tall, accessible items, rather than short, wide pieces that take up more floor space.

Once a moving plan has been put into place it is just a matter of finding the perfect patio home or maintenance-free community. McBride says these communities are ideal and stress free, but unfortunately can be expensive when homeowners are not getting the prices they once did for the larger homes they are selling.

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Twenty million American adults are caring for aging parents at the same time they’re raising young children. Known as the sandwich generation, they are feeling the stress. A recent study of “sandwichers” reports that: • 53 percent feel forced to choose between caring for their children or caring for their parents at least once a week • 20 percent feel they must choose to care for one or the other every day of the week The American Psychological Association’s 2007 Stress in America survey found that mothers in the sandwich generation, ages 35 to 54, feel more stress than any other age group as they try to manage caring for growing children and aging parents. The pressures of taking care of family members, as well as the worry over parents’ health, putting children through college and saving for retirement takes a big toll. So what’s a sandwicher to do? Involve the Whole Family It’s common for one family member to assume responsibility for older parents. But even the most take-charge, organized person will need help. Getting siblings and other immediate family involved lightens the burden for everyone, and gives them a chance to show their love for parents, too. Establish regular family meetings for those involved in providing care. Those that can’t be there in person can participate by phone or Web-cam. • Keep a list of updates and concerns about health, finances, legal or housing issues. • Talk about problems that may have come up with giving or getting help. Discussing such issues helps avoid hurt feelings and gets problems solved. • Focus on the task of caring for the parent, not dealing with old family hurts. • Find a job for everyone. It’s important to get your spouse and children involved, too. • Be specific about how your spouse can help. • Check in with your spouse about his or her feelings. • Be honest with your children about the situation. • Ask them how they’d like to help out. Perhaps they’d like to make cards or show off their newest treasures.


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Tips for keeping your mind sharp Article Resource Association

Most people focus on the physical changes that happen as you age – muscles don’t bounce back the way they used to, hair becomes gray and skin begins to wrinkle. But we often pass over one area that really deserves our attention: the brain. Not only can a healthy and active brain help you ward off disease, it can also help you live a more satisfying life. Researchers have long touted the benefits of continued learning and education for an aging mind. “New learning can lead to neurophysiological growth, similar to the way aerobics leads to stronger cardiovascular health,� says Dr. Paul Nussbaum, clinical neuropsychologist and an authority on brain research and aging. “Older adults can benefit from being challenged, and should continue exploring the world and engaging in new pursuits.� Nussbaum says there are many ways to keep your mind active and sharp at any age. 1. Brain workouts – Engage your brain daily. Working with numbers is a great option. If numbers don’t appeal to you, quiz yourself about historical events and check

your accuracy. Crossword puzzles and word finds are also practical. 2. Travel and explore – Stimulating your mind with travel and learning experiences is a great brain-health activity. 3. Read whatever you can – Books, newspapers and magazines – reading is a great way to keep your brain active and mind sharp. Plus, depending on your interests, you might be able to learn something new.

4. Have quality conversation daily – Engaging in social activity is a great way to keep your brain active, plus it increases quality of life. 5. Switch up your routine – A good way to keep your mind sharp is to change up your routine. 7. Get physically active – Moving your body and staying physically active can help with cognitive health.

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Boomers find satisfaction in teaching English By Ali Wald Longmont Times-Call

Teaching English to immigrants has become a hobby that both Les Wright and Beverly Springer have become passionate about. While they were both originally nervous to teach English, they are now confident in their skills and love meeting with their students and helping them achieve their goals. Both teach through Intercambio, an independent nonprofit organization in Longmont that works to broaden opportunities for immigrants through language education and cultural exchange. Springer and Wright started working with Intercambio for different reasons. While Wright has a strong passion for volunteering, he has always wanted to be a teacher. Finding the organization through the Longmont Rotary Club, he thought volunteering as an English teacher was a perfect fit. Springer, on the other hand, has previous teaching experience, and wanted to find a way to get involved in the community. When she moved to Longmont with her husband, she realized there was a large immigrant population that she wanted to be involved with. “I wanted to be involved, to meet them, to know them, to help them,” she says. Both Wright and Springer agree that teaching people who want to learn is more rewarding than teaching in a classroom full of students who are there because they have to be.

Les Wright, left, tutors Freddy Martinez on English as a Second Language at the Intercambio facility in Longmont. (Paul Litman/Times-Call)

“The students are so eager, and you want to help them. It makes such a difference.” Beverly Springer “When you have a student that really wants to learn, and is making an effort, it makes you feel like it is really worth it,” Wright says. Like Wright, Springer appreciates her students’ desire to learn. “The students are so eager, and you want to help them,” she says. “It makes such a difference.” Springer has been teaching for almost eight years now, and Wright just started this past spring. However, both are equally dedicated to their students. In order to be the best teachers they can be, preparation and supplementation from the book that Intercambio provides is necessary. “I want to give it my 100 percent,” Wright says about his preparation and teaching. Before class time, he goes over the lesson plan for the day and creates flashcards and other

study tools in order to aid his student to the best of his abilities. Springer likes to supplement the book that Intercambio provides with other things, such as readings or lessons about health and other aspects of life. “Intercambio likes you to bring in things that teach people to live healthy lives.” Wright and his students get along well and have become close throughout the past few months. Springer has also formed relationships with many of her students that she has taught throughout the years. Her favorite part about teaching English is getting to know the students. “They become your friends,” she says. “It gives me a window into part of the community I might not have come into contact otherwise.”

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Creating... After loosing 25 pounds, Wallerstedt found the hip-hop class on the Longmont website and decided to give it a try. Now she takes Steven’s hiphop class with her 18 year-old daughter, Morgan. Wallerstedt and fellow dance mates each add their own attitude to the routines they learn. “We high five each other when we get a move right,” Wallerstedt says. “It’s great to watch them become more comfortable and confident,” Stevens says. While teaching a routine, she offers other options for more difficult moves. The class is purely for fun and is a great way to get exercise without realizing it. “Adults can step out of the box and try something new,” she says. “You just come in and try.” MountainSide also offers a Zumba fitness class for adults which fuses musical rhythm and moves into a dynamic workout designed to be fun and easy. Check out the offerings at MountainSide Dance Academy at 1822 Sunset Place in Longmont. Call 303-772-9672 or visit http://mountainsidedance.com/.

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The sound of the beat rippling hip-hop song bellows into the halls of MountainSide Dance Academy in Longmont. It would be expected that this class was full of hip-hops most prominent followers – teens – but this class is different. The boomer generation of adults fills this studio, busting moves and laughing as they learn a new routine from co-owner and director Cameron Stevens. Stevens and lifelong friend Sarah Hoag started the academy in June 2009, priding themselves on a combination of positive teaching and highquality dance instruction. They teach multiple styles of dance, including jazz, tap, lyrical, ballet and contemporary, to ages ranging from 21/2 to teens. However, the more intriguing class offered is the adult hip-hop from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday nights. “It is a different dynamic teaching older adults,” Stevens says. “The way you teach and talk, you get to focus more on the dancing than disciplining.” The hip-hop class is more for fun Stevens says, and runs on the rule that what happens in hiphop, stays in hip-hop. “I like it a lot,” says adult student Jennifer Wallerstedt. “It is not the same as in the ’80s when we used to do it the Michael Jackson way.”

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If you don’t use credit and never go online, you don’t have to worry about identity theft, right? Many seniors may feel that philosophy applies to them – and they couldn’t be more wrong. “Anyone with a social security number needs to be aware of the risk of identity theft,” says Jennifer Leuer, general manager at ProtectMyID.com. While identity theft can happen to anyone at any age, seniors may be at greater risk for a number of reasons, including: • Many states display social security numbers on Medicare cards. Even if your card is never lost or stolen, enterprising thieves may be able to snatch the number when you show your card. • Seniors may be less technologically savvy, and may be more likely to respond to scams because they haven’t researched them online. • Seniors may feel less need to closely monitor their credit reports and financial accounts because they tend to use credit less. Identity thieves know that it may be months – or even years – before senior victims check their credit reports and discover they’ve been defrauded.

• Seniors’ personal identifying information may be exposed to more people through extended caregiver networks, nursing homes, doctor’s offices and other service organizations. • Seniors are more likely to trust officiallooking e-mails and open unsolicited communications and click on links that could lead to malware or phishing attacks. Common forms of senior identity theft include check fraud, credit card fraud, phone or e-mail solicitations, social networking schemes and social security fraud.

Fortunately, there are many ways seniors can protect themselves, or adult children can help protect their aging parents, from identity theft. • Never carry your social security card with you. If your Medicare card has your social security number on it, make a photocopy of the card and black out everything but the last four digits of your number with a permanent marker. • Carry only the checks you will need for a specific use on any day. • Pick up checks at the bank to avoid having them stolen from your mailbox. Better yet, set up direct deposit with the Social Security Administration and any retirement accounts that you regularly draw on such as pensions or IRAs. • Don’t mail bills or any documents with identifying information from your home mailbox. Learn to pay bills online, if possible, or mail bills and other paperwork from a secure mailbox at the post office. • Know who to call. You can opt out of credit card offers – which thieves may use to steal your identity – by calling 888-5678688. If you believe your social security number may have been compromised, call the Social Security Administration fraud line at 800-269-0271.

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After a car accident, Longmont resident Cerina Freeheart didn’t know if she would ever be pain free again. The accident caused damage to her sciatic nerve and the pain she felt limited her mobility, taking away something that was extremely important to her – movement. It didn’t take long for Freeheart to realize that because of the pain, she could no longer do the many physical activities she loved, such as dancing and hiking. Even walking had become difficult, with anything more than a 15-minute walk causing severe pain and making movement unbearable. After seeking help in several areas of expertise with no luck, Freeheart remembered the Feldenkrais Method Awareness Through Movement classes she had taken at the Longmont Senior Center in 2007 and 2008. The method focused on relearning movement and she wondered if it could help her. Desperate, she sought out Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner Al Wadleigh of Longmont Feldenkrais. Freeheart began private lessons called Functional Integration, where Wadleigh uses touch and movement to learn the body’s habits and then reteach the nervous system and brain better movement. The Feldenkrais Method is not a new idea and has been practiced since the early ’70s, when Moshe Feldenkrais developed

Al Wadleigh, a Feldenkrais Method practitioner, works with Cerina Freeheart in “reactivating” certain body movements to help with healing. (Paul Litman/Times-Call) the method of healing the body through movement. Feldenkrais discovered it when he healed an old soccer injury on himself that restricted his own ability to move. Feldenkrais’ discoveries showed that as infants, the body learns to move without explanation or expectation. As we age, our own habits of movement dictate which joints and muscles are used most often causing stiffness, pain or lack of flexibility and strength. The method can help improve posture, flexibility and coordination, and can help eliminate restricted movement, chronic pain, tension, and neurological and developmental difficulties. Focused on movement, learning and change, the method is based on physics, neurology, physiology and martial arts. “Movement is the common thread between all the activities in your life...work, play, study, rest,” Wadleigh says. “There is nothing we do that doesn’t rely on movement. It is a lot like the saying, ‘use it or lose it.’” The body’s muscles and joints have developed habitual habits as a person ages that are not always beneficial to the body.

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However, it can always be retaught through sensing, learning, exploring and moving much like children do. Once retaught, the body will learn more comfortable ways of moving, leading to an improved overall sense of well-being and health, Wadleigh says. The Feldenkrais Method has completely changed Freeheart’s life. After two-and-ahalf months of Functional Integration, she only feels slight pain. “Every lesson has been different and highly effective,” she says. “By the fourth session, the fifth for sure, I was able to walk 1 mile. After eight sessions, I walked 4 miles. Now I’m working toward dancing.” Wadleigh is happy with Freeheart’s progress and knows he couldn’t have done it without her ability to help. “It takes both people, it’s teamwork,” he says.

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Coming home from the hospital or other care setting after an illness or surgery can be worrisome for both patients and the friends and family members who care for them. Planning ahead can make the process much easier. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has advice that is useful to the millions of Americans who are actively involved in caregiving. Through its caregiver initiative, Ask Medicare, CMS recommends the following steps to prepare for a transition. • Plan ahead. You can and should start thinking about the discharge process well in advance, even as early as at the time of admission. CMS has a helpful checklist of key points in its Planning for Your Discharge guide, available at the Medicare Basics link on the home page of the Ask Medicare website at www.medicare.gov /caregivers. • Get ready for new responsibilities. Talk to hospital staff about what you will need to do at home, who will show you how to properly carry out any new tasks you will be taking on, such as administering medi-

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Cataracts can happen at any age. However, they are the leading cause of treatable visual loss in adults 55 and older. Common symptoms are cloudy, fuzzy, foggy or filmy vision, colors that seem faded, glare from bright lights, halos around lights, not being able to see well at night, double vision, and frequent changes in an eyeglass prescriptions. If a person is older than 50 and experiencing change in his vision and has not had a recent eye exam, he should have a complete eye health exam by a medical doctor who is trained in all forms of eye disease and treatment. Dr. Terry Robinson, M.D. is an expert with more than 29 years of experience in the removal of cataracts, performing the latest state-of-the-art no stitch cataract surgery, including multifocal and astigmism-correcting intraocular lenses and the newest glaucoma medical and laser treatments.

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Personal Income Tax Most people assume their personal income taxes will be lower after retirement because they won’t be generating as much income and, therefore, will be in a lower tax bracket. But due to the recent economic downturn and losses in retirement assets, the dismal personal savings rate throughout the last decade and the decline of traditional pension plans, and the increase in the full retirement age under social security for those born after 1954, many retirees are choosing to take on part-time jobs. Regardless of the reason for working in retirement, the income earned, combined with use of retirement savings, might create a situation where you will be taxed at the same level or an even higher rate than when you were working full time. Keeping this in mind, it’s important to have both taxable and non-taxable retirement assets upon which you can draw in retirement so you can manage taxes and maximize your income in the long term. State and Local Taxes There’s a reason, besides warm weather, that people retire in states like Florida and Texas. Where you retire can have a significant impact on your after-tax income because state and local taxes can affect how long your retirement savings will last. Florida and Texas have a state income tax rate of zero, so they are attractive to many retirees who want to maximize their retirement assets. California, on the other hand, has the highest state income tax; residents there are taxed at 9.3 percent. Future Tax Rates Another thing to consider when figuring out your post-retirement income is how federal and state taxes might change in the future. It’s hard to predict whether they will remain the same, be lower or increase. A good indicator of future federal income taxes is to look at history and take an educated guess. Doing so suggests that rates are at historic lows right now, which likely means an increase in the near future. An indicator of future state taxes might be the current budget position of the state, which, at the moment, suggests that many states may be looking to increase their income, sales and/or property taxes in the short term. What does this mean for retirement planning, especially in those critical five year periods just before and just after retirement? Basically, if federal or state taxes go up, your retirement savings and assets will be depleted sooner. You will have to save more to make your money last longer or you will have to adjust some of your spending habits.


August 29 & September 1, 2010

Longmont Times-Call Publication

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While Americans have been using the Internet for about 20 years, it can still feel like the wild West. Despite many technological advances that reduce the risk of your identity being stolen, becoming the victim of an Internet scam or having your privacy invaded by others on the Internet still occurs all too often. Keeping your guard up is essential to avoiding trouble on the Internet. Here are some tips from FindLaw.com, the world’s leading online legal resource, on how you can stay safe online. Don’t Give Out Personal Information too Easily Avoid giving out personal information such as your name, address and telephone number on websites until you’ve read and understand their privacy policy. You’re Being Monitored Be careful of the e-mails you send and the websites you visit while at work. Don’t Reply to Spam Ever get one of those strange, unexpected e-mails for real estate, weight loss, work-at-home or investment opportunities? Your best bet is to delete those e-mails without opening them. Never reply to these e-mails, even to remove your name from their lists. Secured Websites Only Before you purchase a product or service online with a credit card, make sure the connection is secure or encrypted.

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From left to right: Deanne McPherson Michael Herrick, MA Mandy Poulsen, PhD in Occupational Therapy Craig Stephens, PhD in Physical Therapy Wendi Barnett

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Prehab - Comprehensive Pretreatment

• Care for complex tracheostomy patients • Care for respiratory disorders (ie: COPD, Pneumonia, High Flow OZ) • 24 hour/ 7-day support from a licensed respiratory therapist • Educating and in-servicing to families & patients with a new tracheostomy • Nurses & CNAs skilled in the care of tracheostomy patients

• Comprehensive consultative approach to treatment • Before (out pt), during (in pt), after (out pt) patient therapy • Higher treatment success rate and faster recovery • Patient process outlined so patient & families are more well informed

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The best recoveries are aided by the best facilities.

Frontier Therapy Center of Longmont is a 21-bed, in-patient therapy center specializing in the needs of adults. Our unique environment offers the answers you need so you can return home with confidence. We provide a transitional apartment and kitchenette to give patients the opportunity to function on their own or with the level of help they will receive once they return home. This allows patients and therapists to identify any areas of function that need to be addressed before the patient is discharged.

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P.R.O.S. - a professional approach to healing Our team of dedicated professionals offers a unique blend of therapies we call P.R.O.S.: Physical, Restorative/Recreational, Occupational and Speech therapy. Our experts will evaluate your needs to determine which therapy or combination is right for you.

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Our primary goal is to help patients optimize functional ability and maintain independence. We encourage open communication among staff, therapists, families and patients. Upon admission, goals are identified so a treatment plan can be developed. Scheduled family conferences are also available.

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