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motorcycle speeding at full-throttle, its especially strident sound echoing for miles it seems. Later in the day, I’m attending a wedding. After the dignified ceremony, the reception is in a beautiful room where an expertly prepared full course dinner is served. Then, after dessert, the disc jockey goes to work, and what is described as music comes crashing rudely into the room out of five big speakers in a cacophonous wave of out-ofcontrol decibels that rattle me down to my bones. The world has become too damn noisy. This is one reason I rarely go to

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movie theatres anymore. The last time was to see a James Bond picture. The film was one action scene after another, engulfing me and the rest of the audience in a blanket of pounding sound effects that shook the walls of the auditorium. Kaboom! Crash! Kabang! Crunch! Pow! Somewhere in all that assaulting, ear-splitting audio was a story, but I’m uncertain as to what it was. The telephone is a wonderful invention, but I reach an immediate level of agitation every time I call a business or government agency and have to hear a robotic voice telling me to press this and press that before I can ever reach a living, breathing human being. Even when I do connect by phone, often people ill-equipped in the art of communication speak so fast, or mumble their words, and I have to constantly repeat myself. More than ever, I hate shopping, especially at so-called big-box stores. What makes trying to buy stuff such an agony is that I have to run and tackle a store employee to receive some assistance in finding what I want. There was a time need for caregivers shows no slowing of growth in the future either; for the next 13 years, baby boomers are turning 65 at a rate of 10,000 per day. This kind of growth is unprecedented and the need for assistance is going to go through the roof. Currently, 65 million Americans are making the ultimate sacrifice as these unsung heroes spend an average 20 hours a week assisting their loved ones. This time commitment can make it incredibly difficult for them to not only continue previous obligations in their own lives, but to also maintain their own well-being. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 67 percent of family caregivers report that they do not go to the doctor because they put their families’ needs first. Continued stress on the family caregiver can take its toll; caregivers of elderly spouses between the ages of 66 and 96 experiencing stress suffer a 63 percent higher mortality rate than the recipient

when customer service was truly an emphasis on customer and service, when professional, knowledgeable sales personnel were immediately available. Those days are long gone. Now it’s: good luck, buddy, in finding things, and after you do, give us the money and get out. Yes, I know, sweating the small stuff is nothing compared to those big punches that life can throw at us. The trouble is that those little things are like that teacup-sized Chihuahua who thinks he’s King Kong and comes snapping relentlessly at your heels. You can ignore the tiny critter’s bite, but you just can’t get his incessant high-pitched barking out of your head. Drew Alexander, also known as “The Curmudgeon,” is a monthly columnist for Lovin’ Life After 50, writing about political issues. Send comments to drewalexander@ cox.net or to Drew Alexander, in care of Lovin’ Life After 50, 1620 W. Fountainhead Pkwy., Suite 219, Tempe, AZ 85282.

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The Up Side Can you see the ﬂag from here? By Michael Grady

hhh, say can you see …? Our National Anthem poses a question. People forget that, because too many of them think its final two words are “play ball!” But each of its four verses (there are four, really!) return to the need to see — and the joy of beholding — that our country’s flag is still there. Unlike other national anthems (Canada’s “Oh, Canada,” England’s “God Save the Queen” or Australia’s “Crack Me Open a Foster’s, Mate”) “The Star Spangled Banner” was born of a particular situation. In 1814 — midway through a prisoner exchange — lawyer Francis Scott Key stood on the deck of the HMS Surprise and watched as the British Navy spent the night shelling Baltimore’s Fort McHenry. All night, Key kept an eye out for the fort’s 15-star battle flag as it was consumed,

then revealed, then consumed again in the smoke from rocket and cannon fire. Key’s need to know his country hadn’t buckled became a single question — can I see the flag from here? — which became the spine of his poem “The Defence of Ft. McHenry,” which Key’s brother-in-law set to music. Long story short: it was crowned our national anthem in 1931, and has been an excellent way to shut our children up at sporting events ever since. It’s a durable song. It has survived charges that its middle lyrics glorify slavery. (They don’t.) It has been mauled by everyone from Robert Goulet to Leslie Nielsen, to countless smalltown crooners whose vocal range runs aground on “the rockets’ red glare.” It rolled gamely with the raised fists of American athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos on the medal stand at the

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Mexico City Olympics. It was electrified by Jimi Hendrix at Woodstock, and squawked in a frightening, crotchgrabbing, trailer-park interpretation by Roseanne Barr in the 1980s. Yet somehow the song has survived. I don’t think Colin Kaepernick will be the death of it, either. In August, the San Francisco 49ers backup quarterback began taking a knee during the anthem. It was in protest, he said, of the way African-Americans were treated in this country. At first, this made me livid. The idea that a professional athlete — coddled, celebrated and vastly overpaid — would stand at the summit of all his blessings and (in the national spotlight, no less!) disrespect the country that bestows those blessings on him. I wondered what he would say to the servicemen and women who have died in the service to that flag; and I waited for the news stories, mean tweets and Facebook outrage to roll in and crush him like the Rams’ front seven. It did. And I followed every minute of it. And as I did, I began to realize, in slow degrees, that Kaepernick had a point. This last election has shown us that, while our country still believes in the freedom to hold opposing views, we get increasingly impatient when those views are actually expressed. Politics has partitioned us into teams. If you “oppose the war” you automatically don’t “support the troops.” If you say “black lives matter” you automatically hate law enforcement. This “either/or” approach to the world excludes all the middle ground that could create social progress. Francis Scott Key had one simple concern. Standing on the deck of the Surprise, Key wasn’t sure if the country he loved was still around, and the Fort McHenry flag was his only touchstone. The anthem speaks eloquently of what the flag, and the country, meant to him. And it reflects his all-night struggle to see it through all the trouble and smoke. A recent University of California study found that black, unarmed citizens are 3.49 times more likely to be shot by police than white, unarmed citizens. A San Francisco study tells us that black San Franciscans, who amount to 15 percent of police stops, also account for 42 percent of non-consensual searches. A Department of Justice investigation found Ferguson, Missouri, police officers were fining the city’s black citizens as a

civic “revenue stream.” And a 2015 study found that African-Americans in New York City were 18-25 percent more likely to be touched, pushed, cuffed or held at gunpoint by law enforcement. Does this mean all police are racists? We all know too many good police officers to believe this is so. But if you believe all people are created equally, and if numbers don’t lie, then there is, undeniably, a lot of trouble and smoke around race relations in America. This year, we’ve seen counterproductive efforts to bring awareness to it. If violence is not the answer, and demonstrations only antagonize both sides; if lawsuits devolve into hung juries and social media gets lost in the semantics of “Black Lives Matter” vs. “All Lives Matter,” then maybe an African-American athlete taking a knee during our national song isn’t such a horrible thing. Maybe it’s his way of saying, “I can’t see the flag from here.” There are plenty of things not to like about Colin Kaepernick: his remarks come off as self-righteous; he has trouble throwing to secondary receivers and — oh, yeah, he’s a 49er. But the soldiers his detractors cite — the ones who fought and died for this country — fought for his right to express himself as he sees fit. If “patriotism” requires everyone to stand and make nice during the national song, then we should all move to North Korea, where they have lots of national songs and everyone stands because no one can afford chairs. I would rather go the other way. I’d prefer we direct our attention on the problem of race relations until our Colin Kaepernicks can no longer bring themselves to take a knee. If that rankles the beginnings of our ballgames a little, that’s a small price to pay for social progress. And it could turn Key’s sturdy little song into something more. What if our national anthem became a lever to address social injustice? What if we checked our knee-jerk outrage long enough to discover what the dissenters’ beef was, and this became a mechanism to draw attention to an overlooked issue? It would make our national anthem an expression of our national values. And it would kick the crap out of “Oh, Canada.” Michael Grady is a local playwright, reporter and the author of “Death Calls a Meeting.”

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ear Gabby Gayle: I want to tell you and your readers about romantic scams. I got caught in one from a dating site. This man turned up as one of my matches; I liked his profile and his photo and started conversing with him. We chatted for over a month and I really liked him. I have been a widow for five years, and I am extremely lonely as I had a wonderful marriage. Soon he was talking about loving me and when he retired, he wanted to come and see me. It was wonderful to have him say how beautiful I was, and how he was so happy that he had found me. I was literally walking on air. Then one day he told me he was going to Egypt to do his last archeology dig and would be there seventeen days. He sent me a copy of his airline itinerary! He was also an art dealer and had some paintings to sell. He sent texts to me each day telling of the dig and some of the artifacts that had been found. Then he wrote to tell me he was feeling sad and upset by something that happened that day. Of course, I asked what had happened. He said the Egyptian inspectors came that day and told him he had the wrong kind of permit, and they closed down his site until he produced the proper papers. He said the permit was going to cost $45,000, and he only had $20,000 with him. He asked if he could borrow the $15,000 so he could get the permit, and he would pay me back when he got back to the states. Then I knew it was a scam. I emailed him back and said, “you should be ashamed of yourself; I am going to pray for your soul, and I am reporting you.” That was the last of him. I did report him. I am certain there are some unsuspecting widows out there who would fork out that money, and I want to warn them to be suspicious of everyone they chat with on a dating site. Thank You, Scammed

ear Scammed: Thank you for writing about another type of scam that is growing by leaps and bounds. In fact, I’ve been doing research on them for a novel I’m writing.

I am amazed at the creativity these predators use in attracting a woman’s interest. My advice is this: 1. Do not ever answer a dating site request from anyone out of town. 2. Do not ever friend anyone on Facebook that you do not know — and then be sure that they have not used the name and address of a person you do know! 3. Never give out the slightest information about you — not your telephone number, not your email address, nothing at all. 4. When you do connect with a local person that you like, suggest coffee in a very public place and make sure you are the first one to arrive. Some lie about their looks, occupation, marital status, etc. I joined a dating site because I’ve received so many questions from my readers about them. I met and enjoyed coffee with five very nice guys, but none of them were for me. I met two that are still friends — without benefits. Be careful and cautious! Thank you, Scammed, for bringing to light a very timely and important subject. I do not know if these same things happen to men, but I would like to hear from you if they have. —GG

ear Gabby Gayle: I want to thank you for the advice you gave me — that I should attend my granddaughter’s wedding to her gay partner. I went, I loved it, and I love my granddaughter’s choice of a partner. And we are all at peace. You kept me from making a serious mistake. Signed, Grateful Reader Dear Grateful, Yahoo!

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Care giver...from page 6 the loved one in need and the family caregiver. Family caregivers can often feel overwhelmed, but by taking on an active role in helping the caregiver, we can drastically improve the lives of everyone involved. While National Family Caregivers Month is a time to celebrate those who take on the role, the need to help these individuals continues throughout the year. This holiday season, recognize those family members who continue to go above and beyond as caregivers, whether it is assisting in household chores or completing errands. While sitting around the Thanksgiving table, take inventory of your loved ones, friends, and/or relatives. If you can, watch for signs of change. Changes in health, mood, and living conditions can all be important indicators. In addition, family members should be speaking with the people who see their senior relative(s) on a daily basis to find out if they have noticed any recent changes. Consider this list when looking for changes: • Personal hygiene problems • Home in disarray or needing to be cleaned

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eople with hypertension often need several medications to control blood pressure. But did you know that many lifestyle modifications can make a world of difference? High blood pressure plays a contributing role in more than 15 percent of deaths in the United States, according to a Harvard study. Although it causes no symptoms, high blood pressure boosts the risks of leading killers such as heart attack and stroke, as well as aneurysms, cognitive decline, and kidney failure. While medication can lower blood pressure, it may cause side effects such as leg cramps, dizziness and insomnia, just to name a few. Fortunately, most people can bring down their blood pressure naturally without medication with home remedies for low blood pressure. First, one of the most important factors it to get to a healthy weight. I’ve listed tips and strategies below to help you get to an optimal weight which, while at the same time — will help you reduce the risk of heart disease and improve your blood pressure: • Lose extra pounds and watch your waistline. Blood pressure often increases as weight increases. Eat a healthy diet. • Exercise regularly. Exercise helps the heart use oxygen more efficiently, so it doesn’t work as hard to pump blood. Go for power walks to get the oxygen flowing, and make sure to change your routine up every six weeks or so. • Reduce your sodium. Reduce added salt. Do not eat packaged or processed products. • Limit your alcohol intake. Try drinking more tea and flavored water. •Choose Glorious greens. Common options include bok choy, napa

cabbage, kale, collards, watercress, mustard greens, broccoli rabe and dandelion. • Incorporate dark leafy greens into the diet. This is essential in establishing a healthy body and immune system. Greens help build your internal rainforest and strengthen the blood and respiratory system, including circulation, blood purification, improved liver gall bladder and kidney function. • Incorporate potassium-rich produce to help achieve low blood pressure. These include sweet potatoes, tomatoes, orange juice, potatoes, bananas, kidney beans, peas, cantaloupe, honeydew melon and dried fruits such as prunes and raisins. • Eat monounsaturated fats. They will raise good HDL and lower LDL. They are considered heart-healthy and include avocados, olives, olive oil, nuts, sunflower oil, seeds, halibut, sablefish, mackerel and vegetables high in oleicacid. • Eat polyunsaturated fats found in salmon, sardines, mackerel, herring, trout, fresh tuna, flax seed, walnuts, flax seed oil and soybean oil. • Raise good HDL and lower LDL. Omega fatty acids are considered antiinflammatory. • Breathe. Yoga and meditation decrease stress hormones, which elevate renin, a kidney enzyme that raises blood pressure. Try 5 minutes in the morning and again at night. • Inhale deeply and expand your belly. Exhale and release all of your tension. Crystal Jarvie is certified integrative health coach for HealthStyles 4 You. For more information, visit healthstyles4you.com.

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ealth insurance often represents one of the largest budgetary expenses of a household. Therefore, you should understand your benef its in order get the most out of them. By utilizing your health insurance to the fullest you may f ind ways to save money and improve your health. Listed below are some suggestions to maximize your health plan benef its. 90 Day Prescriptions: Oftentimes, f illing a 90-day supply of your medications is less expensive (lower copay) and more convenient (saving you monthly trips to the pharmacy) than f illing a 30-day supply. A lot of insurance plans allow 90-day f ills; ask your Walgreens pharmacy staff if this is an option under your plan. Generic Prescriptions: Choosing generic over brand-name medications leads to savings! Generic drugs are copies of brand-name drugs and are the same in dosage form, safety, strength, route of administration, quality, performance characteristics and intended use. In fact, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires that generic medications have the same quality, strength, purity and stability as brand-name drugs. When it comes to price, however, there is a big difference. On average, the cost of generics is 80 percent to 85 percent lower than brand-name medications. Therefore, if you are on a brand-name drug, ask for the generic the next time you visit your pharmacy. Even if you are on a brand-name medication that does not yet have a generic, your pharmacist can recommend a switch to a generic drug within the same medication class. Immunizations: Although most people do not look forward to getting immunizations, doing so may save you time and money. Take for example the f lu vaccine, most plans cover the cost as a preventative service; hence, you are able to receive it for a zero copay. If you do not receive the vaccination, you are at an increased risk for getting the f lu which can lead to missed days at work and a visit to your doctor. By getting your f lu shot, as well as other immunizations, you are pre-

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‘I’m Changing My Mind’

Local ‘Top Doc,’ a board-certiﬁed psychiatrist, to give workshop on redeﬁning identity

He goes on to explain that adopting t’s never too late to learn more about patterns established early in life, make the patterns we learn early in life often changes and become the person you’ve result in behaviors that just don’t work. “I might be defensive with my wife, always wanted to be. Dr. Henry “Jim” Schulte, a board- or judgmental of other people; I might certified psychiatrist, will present a secretly have low self-esteem and do too workshop on how to recreate oneself, much for others, or drive them away, for from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Nov. example,” he explains. During the workshop, Schulte 12, at the Double Tree Resort by Hilton, introduces guests to concepts such as 5401 North Scottsdale Road. the biology of the brain Pre-registration is regarding emotional required by calling 480pathways, and formation 941-9004. Tickets are of a sense of identity. He $40. In addition to his offers tools for people to private practice at the move past established Schulte Institute, Schulte patterns. is a frequent speaker. “People are looking for “I’m just so grateful love at any age, and with we have the freedom the divorce rate at 50 to live in America; and percent, a lot of people ‘I’m Changing My are open to change,” Mind’ is the next level of freedom, or the freedom Dr. Henry “Jim” Schulte, a Schulte says. Schulte says he often to understand how I board-certified psychiatrist works with people in their learned about myself, and how I learned to connect from 50s and 60s who experience issues with my family of origin,” he says. “And shifts in identity after retirement. That the freedom to choose what I want to new season in life can spur health and do with that, other than automatically lifestyle changes as children move on, marriages end or careers wind down, living it out.” A Distinguished Life Fellow of the particularly if the job was a reliable American Psychiatric Association and source of self worth. “All of a sudden, you’re questioning many times voted among Arizona’s “Top Docs,” Schulte has been working your life choices and asking yourself, with adults, adolescents and seniors to ‘Am I happy in my relationship? What improve mental health here for 30 years. have I done with my life, and what will I

do with my time now?’” he says. Among many credits on his resume is certified Addictionologist. “It’s a specialization in the field of psychiatry that focuses on more difficult types of addictions,” he explains. In an effort to soothe themselves, many people seek comfort in drugs or alcohol, videos, gambling and sex that can lead to detrimental outcomes. “We find that the same neurological pathways created in substance addictions express themselves in other addictive patterns,” he says. Schulte practices a range treatment to help patients with a variety of mental health issues including depression, among them transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS. The practice involves the use of short pulses of

magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the area of the brain responsible for controlling mood. Often medication is used to treat depression, but no one treatment modality works for everyone. “Sometimes when people don’t have anything to retire to, they have too much time on their hands to think about their unhappiness. They drink or smoke or spend too much and screw up their lives,” he says. Schulte hopes that those who attend his workshop will learn something useful in how they perceive themselves, and how to evolve in these new phases of life. To register, or for further information, contact the Schulte Institute at 480-9419004 or visit schulteinstitute.com.

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hen someone with Medicare finds his or her way to my office phone, it’s often because of a complicated and snarly issue that’s going to take time to fix. However, it’s sometimes a Medicare beneficiary who found my number somewhere and called for some basic help in understanding their coverage. I LOVE those calls because I have a quick and easy answer for folks like that. I refer them to the State Health Insurance Assistance Program, or SHIP. There’s a SHIP in every state in the country. I have phone numbers for the ones in my Medicare region written on a card right next to my phone, and I refer to it often. SHIPs are nonprofit organizations

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the doctor or hospital you want and the government pays your providers directly) or Medicare Advantage (in which private insurers offer health care services through a specific network of doctors, hospitals, and other providers). SHIPs also can help with Part D prescription drug insurance. And did I mention that SHIP counseling is free? Here are some of the issues that a SHIP counselor can help you with: • Billing problems • Complaints about your medical care or treatment • How to shop for a Medicare Advantage health plan or Part D prescription drug plan that meets your needs • How to appeal if you disagree with coverage or payment decisions by Medicare or your Medicare plan • How Medicare works with other insurance. How do you get in touch with SHIP? This is the phone number for contacting the SHIP office closest to you if you live in Arizona: 800-4324040 Of course, there are other ways besides SHIP to get information about Medicare. One excellent resource is the “Medicare & You” handbook, which is mailed to Medicare beneficiaries every fall. “Medicare & You” is a gold mine of easy-to-understand information about how Medicare works, how to enroll, what services are covered, and many other topics. The handbook also lists all Medicare Advantage and Part D plans available in your area, their costs,

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Tips for Communicating During the Holidays Don’t Let Hearing Loss Affect Your Holidays, Plan Ahead By Michele Michaels, hard of hearing specialist, Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing

uring the holidays, many of us are surrounded by groups of people we love and families near and far come together to celebrate. With these family gatherings often come large groups of people, and for those who are hard of hearing, the ability to understand and communicate may become difficult with the constant bustle and noise of multiple and overlapping conversations. Because the holidays should be a time to relax and enjoy one another, we have compiled some tips to help you manage these holiday gatherings while reducing stress from understanding those around you. • Anticipate difficult situations and plan how to minimize them. Know that there will most likely be a time when you can’t understand what everyone is saying at once. Create

a plan on how to deal with these situations. If you want to have a oneon-one conversation while everyone else is talking, pull that person aside into a quiet area. • Pay attention and concentrate on one speaker. While you may be gathered with many people who are all carrying on their own side conversations, decide who you’d like to speak to or listen to and concentrate only on them. If that’s not working and you’re having trouble understanding, take a look at the next two tips. • Ask that everyone speak one at a time and don’t talk over one another. If you are having people over, give them a reminder that you may have trouble following a conversation if more than one person

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Fraud Fighters From scammers to spammers to skimmers, experts share tips on how to spot and avoid the latest frauds targeting older adults By Jimmy Magahern

bout a year ago, Brenda Holt received something in the mail that struck her as a little strange. “There was a new CVS being built around the corner from where we live,” says the Avondale woman. “And one day, right before the grand opening, I checked my mail and found an envelope in there with a cashier’s check for $2,500 made out in my name.” The surprise mailing came with instructions: Holt was told to deposit the check in her bank and take out $300 of it in cash to be returned to the sender. Then she was instructed to go to the new CVS and spend the remaining $2,200 as a “secret shopper.” Initially, she admits she was intrigued by the offer. “I was excited — I mean, what woman would not want to go to CVS and blow $2,200 on cosmetics and bath products and perfume?” she says. But something about it “didn’t feel

right.” Her uneasiness was compounded by the fact that almost immediately after she received the check, she started getting calls and emails from the senders asking her “When are you going to deposit the check?” “I’m thinking, ‘How did they get all of this information about me?’ They told me: ‘We know there’s a new CVS in your area, and you were randomly selected from the neighborhood to participate.’” Suspicious of the operation, Holt never deposited the check into her bank account. Instead, she took it to her office — which happens to be the Arizona office of AARP in Peoria, where she serves as a senior program assistant. Holt showed the check and the accompanying letter to then associate state director Kathy Stevens, who advised her to contact the bank identified on the check. “Sure enough, we called the bank and found out it was a bogus check,” Holt

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says. She promptly alerted the Better Business Bureau and the police in San Jose, California, where the company claimed to be located, as well as that new CVS in her neighborhood. “The people at CVS were really glad I alerted them that this was happening, so they could tell corporate, and these people could be on the lookout for elderly people coming in with a lot of money to spend.” Holt says she found it ironic that for all the personal information the scammers had gathered about her, the one thing they hadn’t discovered was the name of her employer. AARP has long been a watchdog organization for seniors’ rights, and in 2014, the nonprofit launched the Fraud Watch Network, a program designed to arm older Americans with the tools and resources to avoid, and aggressively report, scams and identity theft. “They picked somebody who works for AARP!” she says, laughing. “I mean, we’re out there on the forefront every day trying to help people to avoid fraud. The next time they called, I said, ‘The jig is up! I called the bank, they said it’s a bogus check; I work for AARP’ — and then suddenly I heard ‘click!’ Never heard anything else from them after that. Nothing else. “In a way, I thought, it couldn’t have

happened to a better person!”

Staying off the “sucker list”

A 2014 FTC report (as reported in USA Today) placed Arizona as the eighth “most scammed state” in the U.S. AARP reports that although people over age 65 comprise only an eighth of the U.S. population, the group makes up a third of all scam victims. The foundation’s research suggests that scammers target this age group because they’re able to exploit three main vulnerabilities that come with the natural aging process: memory loss, loneliness and a more trusting nature. As a tax professional and AARP volunteer educator, Linda Vitale is often tapped to lead free classes organized by AARP’s Fraud Watch Network to educate older adults on how to safeguard against ID theft and fraud. The author of a book on common scams, “Scam Me Once ... Can’t Get Scammed Again,” Vitale, who lives in Surprise, has developed a keen eye for unsavory operations and has learned how to outsmart what she calls the “fraudsters,” often before they strike. But even Vitale admits she’s come close to becoming a victim of at least one fraudulent scheme. “I almost fell for an email scam myself two days ago,” Vitale says. “I have a

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friend who is my insurance agent and I received an email from her that said, ‘This is a document that you need to sign.’ And I almost clicked on that link, because I recognized her name and it made sense that sending documents to sign is something she would do. Fortunately, I listened to my own advice and called her and asked, ‘Cindy, did you send me something to sign?’ And she said, ‘No, don’t click on that link!’ Had I clicked on it, I would have downloaded malware.” Vitale says scammers have become sophisticated in gathering information about their targets and can “spoof ” or forge a sender’s email address to make it appear to be originating from a trusted source. “I always tell people that when they get an email or a text message, never click on a link or download an attachment unless you’re 120 percent sure that the person who sent it is someone you know and trust,” she says. “It’s a trick the scammers often use to install malware on your computer that can then give Tax professional and them access to all of Linda Vitale your files, all of your emails and even the ability to log your keystrokes, so that every time you go online and put in a PIN or a password or a credit card number, the keystrokes are being read.” The “click here” scam is just one of many that Vitale cautions seniors to be on the lookout for — she says it’s often used by people pretending to be IT professionals offering to rid the victim’s computer of a virus it doesn’t actually have. The Medicare scam is another common problem, particularly at this time of year. “Every year at this time, from October 15th through December 17th, there is an open enrollment period for Medicare, when seniors are given an opportunity to change their policy,” Vitale says. “Now the fraudsters know this, so every year during this time it’s like hunting season. They know that people are looking at their Medicare plans and they will get either a piece of mail or, more likely, a phone call, and it’ll be somebody

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impersonating someone from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.” The caller will remind the target that it’s time to renew their Medicare plan, but in order to issue a new card, they’ll need their Medicare number. “The reason they want that,” Vitale says, “is that on most people’s Medicare cards, their ID number is the same as their Social Security Number.” In April 2015, the federal government announced that Medicare beneficiaries would no longer be receiving new cards that display their Social Security number, to fight against identity theft. But the Department of Health and Human Services has four years to issue the updated cards to new beneficiaries, and four more years to issue the new cards to existing beneficiaries. “In the meantime, if a fraudster can get a person’s Medicare number, they also have that person’s Social Security Number and can then go out and do some AARP volunteer educator, damage.” V i t a l e says the real Medicare/Medicaid office will never actually call beneficiaries on the phone to renew their policies. “It’s kind of like the IRS scam,” she says, referring to the widespread practice of scammers making unsolicited calls demanding payment while fraudulently claiming to be from the IRS, a scam the Internal Revenue Service says has already bilked thousands of people out of more than $5 million. “The real IRS does not call. But people get so frightened when they hear the IRS is calling that they really believe it.” To complicate matters, Vitale says scammers have become adept at tricking caller ID systems to make the calls appear legit. “Most people now have caller ID. But caller ID gets spoofed, or manipulated. So in the case of the IRS scam, when the phone rings and the person looks at their caller ID, they see ‘Internal Revenue Service.’ So they already believe, before they’ve even picked up that phone, that ...continues on page 26

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Fraud...continued from 25 they’re talking to someone in authority, and that can make them more amenable to giving out their personal information.” Sometimes they end up not even talking to a real person but to a “robocaller,” or a computerized autodialer that delivers a pre-recorded message. “Robocalls are actually illegal,” Vitale says, “with very few exceptions: charities and political parties can call, and doctors’ offices can robocall to confirm an appointment. Other than that, if a person picks up the phone and they hear a recording, they should never press numbers. Because what happens on those robocalls is they’ll say, ‘Press 0 to talk to an operator, or press 1 to get on the do-not-call list’ or something. Well, as soon as they press any numbers … it tells them that it’s a good number and the person follows directions, and now they will be on a ‘sucker list’ — which means they get even more calls. So it’s kind of a fishing expedition.”

Scambusting tips

How can older adults avoid scams as the fraudsters become more and more sophisticated in their techniques? Vitale says there are a few things to look out for. “First, watch out for anyone that

threatens you to send money,” she says. “Any time a supposed bill collector calls demanding a payment, a utility company calls threatening to shut off your services, or a credit card company calls saying you didn’t pay your bill — with no option to dispute the debt — that’s a big, big red flag. And usually how they want the money sent to them is by some untraceable method. If they can’t get you to give them your credit card, they will usually ask you to wire money or get a pre-paid debit card. Lately, a big ploy is to get you to purchase an Amazon or iTunes gift card and send that to them. Anything like that should be considered a red flag.” Vitale also advises regularly checking your bank statements. “Because there have been so many data breaches over the past few years, it’s important to always look for any unauthorized charges. Even if it’s just a $2 or $3 charge you don’t recognize, you need to call your credit card company to address it, because a lot of times they’re testing the water with small charges first to see if the card is still active. And if the small charges get ignored, there’ll be larger and larger charges each month.” People also need to be on the lookout for “skimming” devices, or small card

readers affixed to ATMs or gas pumps that can scan and store credit card data from the magnetic stripe on the card. “We have had a huge amount of skimming going on at ATMs and gas stations,” says Vitale. “In the month of August, there were more skimming devices found in gas stations than in the entire previous year. I tell people never to use a debit card at a gas station. Because debit cards are tied to their checking account, which can be cleaned out if someone gets ahold of the data. With credit cards, at least you have some redemption — typically you’ll only be responsible for maybe $50 of a fraudulent charge. With a debit card, if you don’t notify the bank within two days, you’re often responsible for $500-plus.” Lastly, Vitale advises to be wary of impersonators. “The ‘grandparents scam’ is still a big one — where you get a call, usually at an inconvenient time in the middle of the night or early in the morning, from a person who claims to be a grandchild in a jam. And they’ll say, ‘Don’t tell mom or dad, but I got a DWI and need to be bailed out of jail.’ And the grandparent wants to help their grandchild; it’s triggering those emotions.” Vitale says these days, most scammers can gleam grandchildren’s

names and personalities from a Facebook page. “The key is to always ask a question only the grandchild will know.” A good way to keep up on all the latest scams, Vitale says, is to register on AARP’s Fraud Watch Network. “That’s what I would say is one of the best aspects of the website, that you can sign up for fraud alert and you will get messages in your inbox, or a telephone call, alerting you to the latest scam that’s out there. I just got one in my inbox yesterday, about a new twist to the IRS scam. It’s a really good way to stay on top of what’s happening.” For Brenda Holt, she’s just happy she was able to blow the whistle on a scam that was happening in her neighborhood. She says she subsequently heard from other neighbors who also received the bogus checks for the socalled CVS secret shopper program, but hasn’t heard about any of them getting hassled further. “I’m just glad I work for AARP, and that I had the presence of mind to go and take the check to the office and let somebody have a look at,” she says. “We were able to take the necessary steps to get this shut down. And that feels good.”

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ean Hoy admits it: He’s no good at accounting, and he had a cubicle job for all of a week. Early in his life, the consummate “class clown” performed his own talk shows beginning in second grade in the school library. He’s still doing that today, playing master of ceremonies, event host and even private bartender. Hoy has emceed several Lovin’ Life After 50 Expos, where seniors mix it up with vendors and service providers to learn about the various resources available to them. He reports the gigs are great ones. “I love the crowd,” he says. “They’re just so appreciative of a smile. You can see they appreciate the energy we bring to them. You can really make someone’s day there.” Just don’t expect him to stand onstage and tell jokes at the expos. Burning off his infectious, relentless energy, he’ll be roaming the room and interviewing folks at the booths. “A long time ago, I learned that

making people laugh wasn’t about me. It wasn’t about how funny I could be. It was about talking to people. Now I incorporate the audience into my show. Nothing’s more funny than a secretary who has something to say about the boss,” he shares. “I just hold the microphone (or wireless mic) and I let the guests be the stars,” he says.

Like most “ah-ha” moments, it was a tough one onstage that shaped the biggest lesson he learned in his career: to put people first. “I was emceeing an event at the Arizona Humane Society where I do a lot of work,” he says. “They wanted us to come and do comedy, and I thought it would be so cute and fun, puppies and all that.

“But the crowd was so somber, and people in the audience were crying. Someone pulled me aside to remind me it was a bereavement event. And I learned then that you really have to know your audience. That experience changed how I performed and it changed my soul, too.”

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Tools of the Trade A native Arizonan, Arizona State graduate and one of four children, Hoy started out as a cartoonist, something he’ still passionate about. The editorial bone is in his blood, he says. His father was an accomplished photojournalist, whose credits include a post as White House photographer spanning several administrations beginning in 1963. (In fact, his parents met at the Washington Post.) Hoy worked the stand-up comedy circuit at lofty marquees, including the Comedy Store in Southern California, and the Scottsdale Improv. But it was his work drawing pictures that led to his real start juggling his craft as a cartoonist with emceeing fundraisers, corporate parties and other events. “The people at Ames (Drywall Finishing Tools & Services) asked me to draw a character for them. Then, they said, ‘that’s you.’” He got to play the character for several years, fortuitous for a man who claims comedy is his “tool” wherever he’s working. Sean says he enjoys working for Phoenix Children’s Hospital and the Arizona Human Society and other charitable causes. His mixology classes are packed to overflowing at the Four

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Seasons, where he stirs in comedy with cocktails. Hoy also landed a “man on the street” gig for local and legendary DJ Dave Pratt’s radio show and now television production. But, he’s got big plans for the future: a talk show dubbed “Hoylarious,” where he’ll continue to emulate some of his heroes, including Johnny Carson and Jimmy Fallon. “I admire their laid-back likeability,” he says. “I’m not really into being put on the spot when people say, ‘Hey, funny boy, make me laugh!’” Once he played emcee for a casino event with a Goodfella theme for RSC Rentals. “I got to wear this cool tux, and I threw a couple of horse heads in bed just to get into character,” he quips. Clearly he can be funny on demand, but he still prefers to let the audience come up with the best lines. He’s not one of those comics, he says, whose brand of comedy masks a deeper sadness. “Not me. I’ve got a happy center,” he says. “And I want to use it to spread joy and happiness to others.” To learn more about Lovin’ Life After 50 Expos, visit: seniorexpos.com

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at King Cole or Stevie Wonder? Easy listening ballad or boogie woogie bop? Guests will take a musical journey when Joe Bourne, singer and artist, shares his multifaceted repertoire at the Lovin’ Life after 50 Expo on Nov. 8th in Oro Valley. While he currently lives in Tucson, Bourne can boast international fame as a performer. He lived in the Netherlands for 25 years and performs in countries across the globe, including Italy, Australia, Scandinavia and Germany. Bourne’s typical set dances across the decades, featuring songs from as early as the ‘40s to modern day hits from artists like Bruno Mars. Before his residency in Tucson, he toured Europe with artists by the likes of Dionne Warwick, Natalie Cole and The Pointer Sisters. Bourne got his start in music as a kid in a church choir and later in street corner singing groups. He calls Lou Rawls and Nat King Cole his biggest inﬂuences, the latter of which he honored with a cover album in 2005. His artistic talent does not stop at music, however. Bourne is also a painter, specializing in watercolor, acrylic and encaustic works. His paintings range in style from abstract to realistic, mostly inspired by his international travels. He recently wrapped up an exhibition at Flying Leap Wine Tasting Room in Tucson, though he has been a part of exhibits all across Arizona and the Netherlands. He began painting after taking a watercolor class on a German cruise ship on which he had been performing. While he took the class just for fun, he left with a new hobby.

Calendar of events November 2016 November 1 Tuesday Let’s Knit (Runs Nov. 8, 15, 22 & 29) 1:30-3:30 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. For more information, contact Harriet at 480.481.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org. No reservations required. Share the pleasure of knitting and crocheting. Help others with projects and patterns. Can’t knit? We’ll teach you. November 2 Wednesday It’s Not Just Lunch, Noon-1:30 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. To register, contact Chani at 602.492.7670 or chani@sosaz.org, $5 suggested donation. Great speakers and a different topic each month with a full kosher lunch; a collaboration with SOS. Let’s Talk Current Events Discussion Group, 2-3:30 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. For more information, contact Harriet at 480.481.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org. Bill Adler leads stimulating discussion each month on current events. Bring your ideas to share with the group. November 3 Thursday

Born in Massachusetts, Bourne ended up in the Arizona heat after his wife needed to live in a warmer climate. He quickly became a staple in the area and at the Lovin’ Life expos. He made an appearance at last year’s Oro Valley event and has also been a part of events in Mesa, Sun City and Phoenix over the years. While he likes staying current in his performances, it’s songs from the Great American Songbook that really get Bourne’s heart beating. With these classics in his set list, Bourne hopes he’s helping spread great melodies and lyrics to young

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fans, exposing them to songs they may not have heard. In addition to showing today’s youth a different side of music, he wants to just have fun with the audience he has set out to entertain. His mission statement simply reads, “To lift the spirits of those who I have the privilege of entertaining and to have an abundance of fun while doing so.” When he takes the stage in Oro Valley, he will be doing just that. Bourne will be performing a set every hour, starting at 10:10 a.m. For more information on his music and art, visit joebourne.com

Let’s Be Strong & Single, 10-11 a.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, Presented by Reverse Cinderella and A+ Resumes & Career Coaching. Free; reservations recommended. For more information, contact Harriet at 480.481.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org. This informative workshop helps middle-aged, newly single women find confidence and begin the next fabulous chapter of their lives. November 4 Friday Holidaze Craft Faire, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., repeats Nov. 5 to Nov. 7, Willowbrook Church, 19390 N. 99th Ave., Sun City, free admission, willowbrookumc.org. The Christmas event features more than 100 tables of award-winning local artisans/vendors and the Kris Krafters. Enjoy various raffles, art, knitting, sewing and embroidery machine demos, Ye Olde Sweet Shoppe and Will’s Mobile Sharpening Service for any kind of blade/scissors. November 5 Saturday Holidaze Craft Faire, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., repeats Nov. 6 to Nov. 7, Willowbrook Church, 19390 N. 99th Ave., Sun City, free admission, willowbrookumc.org. The Christmas

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Calendar of events... from page 32 event features more than 100 tables of award-winning local artisans/vendors and the Kris Krafters. Enjoy various raffles, art, knitting, sewing and embroidery machine demos, Ye Olde Sweet Shoppe and Will’s Mobile Sharpening Service for any kind of blade/scissors. Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church’s Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., repeats Nov. 6, Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church, 36811 N. Pima Rd., Carefree, free admission, 480575-5238. During the two-day bazaar, sponsored by Our Lady’s Guild, more than 70 hand-picked vendors will offer unique items of pottery, jewelry, artwork, fashions and accessories for sale. In addition to great shopping, there will be a Book Nook stocked with thousands of gently used books and a Corner Café where shoppers can enjoy breakfast and lunch at reasonable prices. Cameo Foundation’s 7th Annual Dancing/Musical Fashion Show, 12:00 p.m., Palmbrook Country Club, 9350 W. Greenway Rd., Sun City, 602.788.9556 for tickets or email info@cameofoundation.org, $30 per person, children 10 and under: $15. A lively musical fashion show and luncheon with music by Bob Messinger, fashion by Dillard’s and a raffle and other guest performers; benefits victims of domestic violence.

November 6 Sunday Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church’s Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church, 36811 N. Pima Rd., Carefree, free admission, 480-575-5238. During this bazaar, sponsored by Our Lady’s Guild, more than 70 hand-picked vendors will offer unique items of pottery, jewelry, artwork, fashions and accessories for sale. In addition to great shopping, there will be a Book Nook stocked with thousands of gently used books and a Corner Café where shoppers can enjoy breakfast and lunch at reasonable prices. Holidaze Craft Faire, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., repeats Nov. 7, Willowbrook Church, 19390 N. 99th Ave., Sun City, free admission, willowbrookumc.org. The Christmas event features more than 100 tables of award-winning local artisans/ vendors and the Kris Krafters. Enjoy various raffles, art, knitting, sewing and embroidery machine demos, Ye Olde Sweet Shoppe and Will’s Mobile Sharpening Service for any kind of blade/scissors.

Krafters. Enjoy various raffles, art, knitting, sewing and embroidery machine demos, Ye Olde Sweet Shoppe and Will’s Mobile Sharpening Service for any kind of blade/scissors. Crystal Bridge – Supervised Play (Runs Nov. 7. 14, 21 & 28), 9-11:30 a.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale. For information and reservations, contact Harriet at 480.481.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org. Supervised-bid play and learn with ACBL-accredited teacher and certified director Maddy Bloom. Earn master points in a friendly atmosphere. Games include mini-lesson, light refreshments and incentives for returning players. Drop in: $10 per player. November 8 Tuesday Tech@ Tea Time: Android Basics, 3:30 p.m., Mesa Express Library, 2055 S. Power Rd. Suite 1031, Mesa, space is limited, register at http://ow.ly/v6xJ304Hhm3. Discover how to change settings, move icons, connect to WIFI and more with your Android tablet, Kindle Fire or smartphone.*

November 7 Monday Holidaze Craft Faire, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Willowbrook Church, 19390 N. 99th Ave., Sun City, free admission, willowbrookumc.org. The Christmas event features more than 100 tables of award-winning local artisans/vendors and the Kris

November 9 Wednesday Get Crafty, 3 p.m., Mesa Express Library, 2055 S. Power Rd., Suite 1031

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Opening Evening of the Trains of Tempe Exhibit, 6:00 p.m., Tempe History Museum, 809 E. Southern Ave., Tempe, free. This 1,200 square foot exhibit that examines the history of trains in Tempe and the surrounding communities. Enjoy live American Roots music, activities, refreshments and more at the opening. Valley Fever: The Silent Epidemic, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center Auditorium, 14502 W. Meeker Blvd., Sun City West, free, registration: 602-2302273. Craig Rundbaken, D.O. of the Respiratory & Valley Fever Clinic in Sun City West, will host an informational event

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November 11 Friday Greater West Valley Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon, 11:30 a.m., Briarwood Country Club, 20800 N. 135th Ave. (at Meeker Blvd.), Sun City West. To register: make check payable to CWC: $23 per person to Monica Page Petersen, 13339 W. La Terazza Drive, Sun City West, AZ 85375. Reservations must be postmarked no later than Thursday, Nov. 3. For further information, call Monica at 623-640-5420. Carol LeBeau, freelance journalist, motivational speaker and award-winning former TV news anchor will be the event’s guest speaker. November 12 Saturday

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The Scottsdale Civil War Round Table meeting with Wayne Motts, 6:45 p.m., Scottsdale Civic Center Library Auditorium, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Scottsdale, 480699-5844, scottsdalecwrt.org. Wayne Motts will present the program “Fighting the Civil War: Historical Treasurer of the Conflict in the Collection of the National Civil War Museum.” Moonlight Serenade Dinner Dance, Doors open at 5 p.m., music at 5:30 p.m. Dinner at 6:30 p.m., Leisure World, 908 S. Power Rd, Mesa, at the Rec. 2 Hopi Pima Room. You will select one of two entrée choices when you register for the dance with Shirley Rake

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“Around the World in 90 Minutes,” 11:30 a.m., Gateway Community College Amphitheater , 108 N. 40th St., Phoenix, free admission. In this annual award-winning event, students, staff and faculty will represent eight regions of the world with food, drinks and live music.

G-scale Model Train Exhibit Dedication and Opening, 9 a.m.to 4 p.m., Superstition Mountain Museum, 4087 N. Apache Trail, Apache Junction, free, 480-983-4888, superstitionmountainmuseum.org. Family fun with model train exhibits and booths, all-day live music and food. Sun City West Dance Clubs: Let’s Dance! 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Palm Ridge Summit Hall, 13800 W Deer Valley Dr., Sun City West, Admission: $6 members, $8 guests; Bring your own refreshments; ice and cups provided, 602679-4220 or www.rocknroll.scwclubs.com. A ‘60s and ‘70s Rock ‘n Roll Dance party. Sunland Village Fall Arts and Crafts Fair, 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 4601 E. Dolphin Ave., 480-832-9003, free admission. More than 100 vendors, food and music! November 20 Sunday

Cooking Demonstration, Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., 8880 E. Desert Cove Ave., Scottsdale, Register with Jenny Billiard, LMSW 602-5884367 www.ironwoodcrc.com. November 17 Thursday Let’s Eat: Mature Mavens Dinner, 5 p.m., contact Bunnye at 602.371.3744 for current schedule of restaurants and to reserve your place. Meet for dinner, socialize and make new friends; separate checks. Discussion with the Rabbi, 11 a.m. to noon, Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, reservations recommended. Contact Chani at 602.492.7670 or chani@sosaz.org. Join Rabbi Levi Levertov for stimulating discussion on Judaism; a collaboration with SOS.

Self-Defense, noon to 2 p.m., Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, $25 for members, $40 for non-members, 480.481.7015 or healthandfitness@ vosjcc.org. Learn life-saving defense techniques and how to incorporate safety into your daily routine. November 21 Monday

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Let’s Appreciate Art, 11 a.m. – noon, Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Docent: Rona Kasen. Information: Harriet at 480.481.7033 or harrietc@vosjcc.org. Share the world of art with docents from the Phoenix Art Museum. Explore Famous Photographs & Stories. ...continues on page 38

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Calendar of events... from page 37 November 22 Tuesday Parkinson’s PWR!Moves 1TM (Tues., Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29), noon – 1 p.m., $5 for non-members. Information and registration: 480.481.7015 or healthandfitness@ vosjcc.org. This entry-level class features tailored exercises that target motor- and non-motor PD symptoms and improve functional movement.

ments; ice and cups provided, 602-679-4220 or www.rocknroll.scwclubs.com. A ‘50s and ‘60s Rock ‘n Roll Dance party. November 26 Saturday Old-Fashioned Christmas in the Barn Arts and Crafts Boutique, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Superstition Mountain Museum, 4087 N. Apache Trail, Apache Junction, free, 480-983-4888, superstitionmountainmuseum. org. Amid old-fashioned Christmas decorations vendors, there will be unique handmade gift items and more.

Schmooze & Pastry with Chani, 11 a.m. – noon, Valley of the Sun JCC, 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Registration: contact Chani at 602.492.7670 or chani@sosaz.org. Enjoy homemade pastries and stimulating conversation with Chani. A collaboration with SOS. November 23 Wednesday

November 28 Monday Multiple Myeloma Support Group, 1 p.m. to 2:30pm, Ironwood Cancer & Research Centers, 8880 E. Desert Cove Ave., Scottsdale, register with Jenny Billiard, LMSW, 602588-436, www.ironwoodcrc.com.

Nature Connects®: Art with LEGO Bricks, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., every day through January 2, 2017, 455 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, 602- 286-3800, price included with daytime Zoo admission. Take the grandkids for this award-winning, record-breaking exhibition currently touring across the country. Created with more than 1 million LEGO® pieces, the show features 27 animal and flora sculptures on the Phoenix Zoo’s trails, built with LEGO bricks thanks to the vision of esteemed artist Sean Kenney. November 24 Thursday Mesa Turkey Trot, Race Day Registration begins at 7 a.m., 8 a.m.: 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk; 2 Mile Fun Run/ Walk: 8:15 a.m.; 10K Run: 9:00 a.m., Red Mountain Park, 7745 E. Brown Rd., Mesa, register at www.chronotrack. com/r/22779. This long-standing turkey day run has fun for all ages and levels. Walk, run or stroll before the tryptophan sets in! November 25 Friday Sun City West Dance Clubs: Let’s Dance! 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Palm Ridge Summit Hall, 13800 W Deer Valley Dr., Sun City West, Admission: $6 members, $8 guests; Bring your own refresh-

American Cancer Society: Look Good,≠≠ Feel Better (for Cancer Patients), 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., 1432 S. Dobson Rd. #106, Mesa, Register: Sandra Surgeon 480-855-2224, www.ironwoodcrc.com. Join this two-hour, hands-on workshop and enjoy a detailed description and demonstration of the 12-step skin care and makeup program. Includes instruction on options relating to hair loss, including wigs (types/ care), turbans, and scarves, nail care and helpful suggestions on clothing and ways to use flattering colors and shapes, as well as ways to camouflage areas of concern during cancer treatment. November 29 Tuesday Imprint Exhibition by Alexandra Bowers and Mary Meyer, All day, Art Intersection, 207 N. Gilbert Rd., #201, Gilbert. Celebrate the work of two Arizona artists, Alexandra Bowers and Mary Meyer, whose marks, clearly seen in every delicate handmade impression, reflect the artists’ touch and time devoted to their creations. November 30 Wednesday Adult Coloring Club, 6:00 p.m., Dobson Ranch Library, 2425 S. Dobson Rd., Mesa, free admission. Come and experience the latest trend in relaxation: adult coloring! Studies show coloring can have a calming effect on the adult mind and helps promote overall wellness. Coloring pages designed especially for adults will be provided or you may bring your own.

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Entertainment Tinseltown Talks

One of Britain’s ﬁnest: Stephanie Cole

By Nick Thomas

merican audiences were introduced to British actress Stephanie Cole when she portrayed grumpy, sharp-witted Diana Trent, a resident of the Bayview Retirement Village in the 90s sitcom “Waiting for God.” A decade later, Cole was back on U.S. Public Television playing a more congenial matriarchal character in another popular British comedy import, “Doc Martin.” Turning 75 last month, Ms. Cole’s current work schedule might be the envy of many actors. “I’m in two popular series (‘Man Down’ and ‘Still Open all Hours’) and do one in the spring and the other in autumn,” said Ms. Cole from her home near Bath, west of London. “That gives me time to fit a play in between.” This year, that summer theatrical diversion was a production of “King Lear” at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre (see www.bristololdvic.org.uk). “It’s their 250th anniversary making it the oldest continually working theatre in the British Isles,” explained Cole. “For this year’s King Lear production they used third-year students in all the roles except for Lear, Gloucester, and the Fool — I played the Fool! But it was very special for me.” Cole began her career at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School in the 50s and rubbed shoulders with theater greats including Laurence Olivier. An encounter at a small comedy theater early in her career was especially memorable. “A gentleman came backstage and wanted to visit someone in the dressing room. I recognized him immediately as John Gielgud. I led him to the room and as I raised my hand to knock on

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the door preparing to announce him, I turned and asked ‘Who shall I say it is?’ He said ‘It … it’s John Gielgud.’ I said ‘Yes, yes, of course, I’m sorry’ and felt an utter twit, but was so thrilled to be face-to-face with such a great actor.” In the early 80s, Cole’s big TV break came in “Tenko,” a sobering BBC drama that followed the hardships of women prisoners held in internment camps after the Japanese invasion of Singapore in 1942. “When you’re seen every week in a very popular series it changes your career,” she said. While “Tenko” is less known in the U.S., it was “Waiting for God” that made Cole a household name to public television viewers across the country. “I laughed when I first read the script and knew I wanted the part,” said Cole. “I thought it was wonderful to have two elderly characters in the starring roles. Parts for older actors and actresses are often not interesting or their characters are just there to be made fun of.” Cole became a patron of British Age Concern, an organization that offers support and services to seniors. She also worked with the British Schizophrenia Fellowship, and for all her work was awarded an O.B.E. “I’m not sure if I made an impact,” she said modestly, “but it would be nice if I did.” Beginning in 2004, Cole appeared in the first four seasons of “Doc Martin” playing aunt to star Martin Clunes. The show was filmed on the beautiful Cornwall coast, but Cole’s involvement was bittersweet. “My husband was ill when we filmed the first series and I signed on with

the proviso that if he got worse they would immediately release me,” she explained. “Unfortunately he did and I had to rush back home, but sadly he died. So although I worked with wonderful people in a beautiful setting, the show is not something I look back on with particular joy as it was such a sad and difficult personal time for me.” But there was no hint of trepidation surrounding her October birthday, an anniversary she says means less and less.

“After a certain age you don’t feel old in your head, although your body might occasionally remind you!” she laughed. “The passage of time, to coin a phrase, is a matter of complete embuggerance as far as I’m concerned.” Nick Thomas teaches at Auburn University at Montgomery, Alabama and has written features, columns, and interviews for more than 600 magazines and newspapers.

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Trivia Contest By Kenneth LaFave

elcome to November, the 11th month of the year, despite a name that means “ninth.” Blame the Romans, who used to start their years in the month we call March. Official days in November include National Indian Pudding Day (Nov. 13), National Spicy Guacamole Day (Nov. 14), National Vichyssoise Day (Nov. 18) and National Eat a Cranberry Day (Nov. 23). I used to eat Vichyssoise; all my guacamole is spicy, and I love Indian Pudding, a hard-to-find concoction of corn meal and molasses. But I have never eaten “a cranberry.” Instead, I consume them in large bunches as relish or in scones. But… ah! Nov. 22 is National Cranberry Relish Day. Everyone knows that the fourth Thursday in November (that’s Nov. 24 this year) is Thanksgiving, but did you know it is also National Day of Mourning? This is observed by Native Americans on the same day as Thanksgiving to commemorate the landing of the Pilgrims at Plymouth Rock, which began a centuries-long displacement of Indian tribes. November birthdays include frontiersman Daniel Boone (Nov. 2), late great TV journalist Walter Cronkite (Nov. 4), Dracula author Bram Stoker and Gone with the Wind author Margaret Mitchell (both Nov. 8), General George S. Patton (Nov. 11), painter Georgia O’Keeffe (Nov. 15), astronomer Edward Hubble (Nov. 20), ragtime composer Scott Joplin (Nov. 24) and author of The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis (Nov. 29). It’s a history-rich month, not all of it good. Nov. 22 is, of course, the anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in Dallas in 1963. On Nov. 20, 1789, New Jersey became the first state to ratify the Bill of Rights. Nov. 20, 1917, saw the first use of tanks in battle, when 300 tanks commanded by the British went into battle about the Germans. And Nov. 11 is Veterans Day, because on that date in 1918, World War I came to an end. The average high for November in Phoenix is 76 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average low is 52. Enjoy.

Month of October Questions

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Fill in the blank: “Remember, remember, the ___ of November.”

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In the Guns ‘n’ Roses song, what is hard to hold “in the cold November rain”?

By Jan D’Atri

The above quote refers to an English holiday celebrating a man who tried to do what to parliament?

The ﬁrst Saturday used to be a day on which a woman could ask a man to marry her. What was it called?

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On a sheet of paper list the correct answers in order 1 through 5. Include your full name, mailing address, phone number and an email address (if you have one). Mail your trivia contest entry to: Lovin’ Life After 50 Attn: Trivia Contest 1620 W. Fountainhead Pkwy. Tempe, AZ 85282 Or email your entry to: trivia@lovinlife.com The deadline for entry is the 15th of each month. Please be sure to have your entry postmarked by that date. If you’re a winner in our drawing, we’ll contact you via telephone. Good luck!

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1 Gregory III 2 All the others 3 Charles Macintosh 4 Turnips 5 25 percent, or one quarter

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Garlic Mashed Cauliﬂower and Squash

ant to change up your weeknight or holiday menu just a bit? Why not replace mashed potatoes with two recipes that will have you forgetting about spuds in no time at all! Both the Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

and Sensational Squash slip right into the mashed side categories and you will be amazed at their flavor and appreciate their health benefits. These are two of my new favorites. Hope you enjoy!

Garlic Mashed Cauliflower and Squash 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 1 clove garlic, smashed 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 4 tablespoons (4oz or 1/2 package) cream cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper Steam cauliflower in a saucepan using a small amount of water or by using a steamer in a saucepan, filling pan with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add cauliflower, cover, and steam until

tender, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, heat olive oil and butter in a small skillet. Over medium heat, cook and stir garlic until softened, about 2 minutes. DO NOT BURN GARLIC! Remove from heat. Transfer half of the drained cauliflower to a food processor. Blend on high. Add remaining cauliflower florets and blend until creamy. Blend in garlic, parmesan cheese, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper. Serve hot.

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Entertainment Even Exchange by Donna Pettman

Each numbered row contains two clues and two answers. The two answers differ from each other by only one letter, which has already been inserted. For example, if you exchange the A from MASTER for an I, you get MISTER. Do not change the order of the letters.

Sudoku Time Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine.

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SCRAMBLERS

Across 1. Smoke above the tepee 5. Web site? 10. Army program 14. Brainstorm 15. Longest river in France 16. Fujairah bigwig 17. Paraphernalia 18. Older brother of Moses 19. Kill, in a way 20. Tucson Byway 23. Little buffalo 24. ‘ ’Dead Poets Society’’ director Peter 25. Correct faults 28. “The Matrix” hero 30. Man of La Mancha 34. “Cheers,” e.g. 36. Aggravate 38. Kimono sash 39. B iltmore Fashion Park dining choice 43. Common contraction 44. Pick __ or the other! 45. Is behind 46. Big birds 49. “ ___ the first cock crow” (Shak.) 51. Free from restraint 52. Flowering plant type- not a grass 54. Craving 56. Phoenix attraction 62. “Pipe down!” 63. Raccoon relative 64. Black bird 66. G uisado cooker, traditionally 67. Not fulfilled 68. Volcanologist’s study 69. Hammer’s end

Unscramble the letters within each rectangle to form four ordinary words. Then rearrange the boxed letters to form the mystery word, which will complete the gag!

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Crossword by Myles Mellor

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42. Hymn 13. Swamp critter 70. Set 21. “The ___ the Innocence” 47. Knitted throw 71. Distinctive style Across 22. Alliance that includes Ukr. 48. Sun in Spanish 1.Down Smoke above the tepee 50. On cloud nine 25. Buzzing with activity Hair piece 5.1.Web site? 53. Happen again 26. What Mike Myers creates 2. Footnote 10. Armyword program 55. Politicians call for it 27. “Study” in French 3. Center of authority 14. Brainstorm 56. Clobber 29. Pillow filler 4. Manner of speaking 15. Longest river in France 57. Reign 31. L ike a pitcher’s 5. Rental car company 16. Fujairah bigwig 58. “Cast Away” setting perfect game 6. From a boy ___ 59. “That’s All Right, ___” 32. Printer’s daggers 17. Paraphernalia 7. Novice (Elvis hit) 33. Remove soap 18. Older brother of Moses 8. Some sculpture 60. Kind of exam 35. Dairy farm sound 9. Perfume a room 19. Kill, in a way 61. Cured Pacific salmon 37. Paramedic’s need 10.Tucson Admire and Byway respect 20. 65. Pasty 40. Singly and successively 11. Little Augur buffalo 23. Swathe 12. Long-tailedPoets monkeySociety''41.director 24. ''Dead Peter 25. Correct faults 28. "The Matrix" hero 30. Man of La Mancha 34. "Cheers," e.g. 36. Aggravate 38. Kimono sash 39. Biltmore Fashion Park dining choice 43. Common contraction 44. Pick __ or the other! 45. Is behind 46. Big birds 49. "___ the first cock crow" (Shak.) 51. Free from restraint 52. Flowering plant type- not a grass 54. Craving 56. Phoenix attraction 62. "Pipe down!" 63. Raccoon relative 64. Black bird 66. Guisado cooker, traditionally 67. Not fulfilled 68. Volcanologist's study November 2016 : : Lovin’ Life After 50 : : page 41 69. Hammer's end

Entertainment Bingo Happenings-November 2016 Fort McDowell Casino Experience bingo in Fort McDowell Casino’s state-of-the-art and award-winning 1,700-seat bingo hall. WHEN: Seven days a week, various times WHERE: Fort McDowell Casino, 10424 N. Fort McDowell Rd., Fort McDowell COST: Charge for cards INFO: 800-THE-FORT, ext. 4380, or fortmcdowellcasino. com/bingo.php Vee Quiva Hotel and Casino Gamers who stop by Bingo Park enjoy picturesque National Park views in the state-of-the-art, 550-seat bingo hall. WHEN: Seven days a week, various times WHERE: Vee Quiva Hotel and Casino, 15091 S. Komatke Ln., Laveen COST: $2 to $32 INFO: 800-946-4452, ext. 1942, or wingilariver.com/ index.php/vq-vee-quiva-hotel-casino/gaming/bingo-park Lone Butte Casino The state-of-the-art and spacious bingo hall features 850 seats and has morning, matinee and evening sessions. The morning sessions include ﬁve regular games and two specials, with three for $10 and $1 specials. WHEN: Seven days a week, various times WHERE: Lone Butte Casino, 1077 S. Kyrene Rd., Chandler COST: $2 to $32 INFO: 800-946-4452, ext. 8928, or wingilariver.com/ index.php/lone-butte/gaming/bingo Sunland Village East Prize money will vary during the year based on attendance. WHEN: Sundays, at 6 p.m. WHERE: Sunland Village East Auditorium, 8026 E. Lakeview Ave., Mesa COST: Charge for cards varies to number purchase INFO: 480-986-9822 or 480-313-7033 Beuf Senior Center Moneyball, 10 regular games plus double action. WHEN: Mondays and Thursdays, sales start at 9:30 a.m. WHERE: Beuf Senior Center, 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Phoenix COST: Starts at $4/pack, City of Phoenix Membership card or $5 guest INFO: 602-534-9743 Chandler Senior Center Bring a friend or make some new ones while enjoying some fun, laughter and prizes.

WHEN: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. WHERE: Chandler Senior Center, 202 E. Boston St., Chandler COST: 50 cents per card. No limit on cards purchased. INFO: 480-782-2720 or chandleraz.gov/senior-adults Mesa Adult Center Twenty-one games, win up to $500 in losers’ bingo, social bingo and big game bingo. WHEN: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, at 1 p.m. WHERE: Mesa Adult Center, 247 N. Macdonald St., Mesa COST: Various costs, call for pricing INFO: 480-962-5612 or http://mesa.evadultresources. org/ Social Bingo Join others during social bingo. WHEN: Mondays, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. WHERE: Apache Junction Active Adult Center, 1035 N. Idaho Rd., Apache Junction COST: 25 cents per card INFO: 480-474-5262 or http://aj.evadultresources.org/ Brentwood Southern There is a money ball; 17 games include three that are percentage payout. WHEN: Mondays, hall opens at 4:30 p.m., sale starts at 5:15 p.m. and bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Brentwood Southern, 8103 E. Southern Ave., Mesa COST: Varies according to games and number purchased INFO: 480-306-4569 Granite Reef Senior Center Everyone welcome. Enjoy 20 games of bingo with prizes. WHEN: Tuesdays from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. WHERE: Granite Reef Senior Center 1700 N. Granite Reef Rd., Scottsdale COST: $1 per card; three-card minimum. No limit on cards purchased. INFO: 480-312-1700 or Scottsdaleaz.gov Devonshire Senior Center Devonshire Senior Center provides money ball, 10 regular games plus progressive coverall. Split-the-pot games are early birds and double action. WHEN: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, sales start at 12:15 p.m. WHERE: Devonshire Senior Center, 2802 E. Devonshire, Phoenix COST: Starts at $2; must have City of Phoenix parks and

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recreation membership card to be eligible to play. INFO: 602-256-3130 Red Mountain Active Adult Center Bingo seating begins at 12:50 p.m. WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 1:15 p.m. to 3 p.m. WHERE: Red Mountain Active Adult Center, 7550 E. Adobe Rd., Mesa COST: Tuesdays there are various prices; Thursdays the cards are 25 cents INFO: 480-218-2221 or http://rm.evadultresources.org Peoria Community Center Prize money will vary based on attendance. WHEN: Tuesdays and Fridays, at 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson, Peoria COST: 25 cents per card; 50 cents for overall INFO: 623-979-3570 Community Bingo The 200-seat bingo hall open Wednesdays through Sundays in Goodyear. The building—new and well-lit— features Ana’s dinners and desserts. WHEN: Wednesdays through Sundays, at 6:30 p.m.; Fridays, at 10:30 p.m.; and Sundays, at 2 p.m. WHERE: Community Bingo, 3690 S. Estrella Pkwy., Suite 108, Goodyear COST: $21 (includes progressive) for 18 games; $14, late night and matinee for 13 games. INFO: 623-512-8878 Sun Lakes VFW Post 8053 The organization holds bingo for up to 230 people. Payouts are based on sales; total may reach $900. All

proceeds go to veteran needs, including homeless veterans, disabled veterans and military families. WHEN: Wednesdays, at 7 p.m. Sales start at 6 p.m. WHERE: Sun Lakes Country Club, 25601 N. Sun Lakes Blvd., Sun Lakes COST: $7 minimum for play of all 19 games INFO: 480-895-9270 Sunland Village Auditorium doors open at 4:30 p.m., cards are sold at 6 p.m. and play begins at 7 p.m. There’s a $900 progressive pot. WHEN: Thursdays in May WHERE: Sunland Village Auditorium, 4601 E. Dolphin Ave., Mesa COST: Charge for cards varies according to number purchased INFO: 480-832-9003 Palmas del Sol Come join the group to play Bingo weekly. Bingo doors and snack bar open at 5:15 p.m. WHEN: Thursdays, at 6:30 pm. WHERE; Palmas del Sol, 6209 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa COST: Charge for cards varies according to number purchased. INFO: 480-528-4689 Sunrise Village Join the group to play bingo weekly. The cards start selling at 5:45 p.m., early bird at 6:45 p.m., and regular bingo at 7 p.m. WHEN: Fridays, at 5:45 p.m. WHERE: Sunrise Village, 5402 E. McKellips Rd., Mesa COST: $13 minimum buy in INFO: 480-985-0548

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Rich Howard Orchestra keeps the classics coming By Carson Mlnarik Close your eyes and you might see a big band in full swing or a Rat Pack crooner in a single spotlight. Maybe you’ll picture a grand piano or a bouncing rock band. But open them up and you’ll discover it’s actually the Rich Howard Orchestra, transporting audiences with mix of rock n’ roll and classic music on stage. They’re sure to delight guests on Nov. 17 at the East Valley Healthy Living Expo. The band features vocals, keyboards, a horn section and saxophone and trumpet players. Rich Howard, vocals and keyboard, says he never uses a song list, but instead feels out his audience and goes with the flow. His performances usually touch upon songs by bands like The Beatles and The Eagles and even Cole Porter. Howard met his fellow bandmates through Arizona’s professional musician union. “Before Facebook and social media, that’s how you networked and met other musicians,” Howard laughs. The different performers may not

have met under other circumstances, considering their varied backgrounds. Howard’s trumpet player, John Levno, formerly played with the U.S. Navy Band. He’s been with the Rich Howard Orchestra for 15 years now. Saxophone player, Brad Bauder, used to the play the Las Vegas circuit. He’s been with Howard for 20-plus years now. “They’re fun guys to work with and we enjoy each other’s company,” Howard says. Howard has enjoyed a lengthy history with music, as well. Born in Brooklyn, his family moved to Tucson in 1959. He started playing piano when he was 8-years-old, learning from the same piano teacher who taught world renowned pianist Roger Williams. Throughout grade school, he played drums in the jazz band. When “Light My Fire” by The Doors was released, he was inspired and took up keyboard. In the ‘70s, Howard and his band at the time were signed to Capitol Records, hoping to be the label’s answer to now

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legendary group The Eagles. When that fell through, Howard moved back to Phoenix and made a name for himself locally, performing at resorts, hotels and restaurants. He has played 300-plus dates a year in the Phoenix area for more than 30 years. Through his shows, he discovered a niche in the Phoenix music scene. “The retired population loves to ballroom dance,” Howard says. Dance events have been huge for Howard; whether it’s Frank Sinatra for an older generation or Michael Buble for the younger, he says it’s all in the same Rat Pack realm. One of his most memorable shows was at a senior dance, when a man came up to him with a list and instructed him to only play songs from that list for the rest of the night. The titles on the man’s list? Milk, eggs, cereal, potatoes … “You just roll with it,” Howard laughs, also recalling a lounge show when he was performing “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on

My Head” when singer/songwriter Burt Bacharach walked right in during the song. Howard’s local popularity is mostly a result of word-of-mouth. He maintains a Facebook page for his band, but prefers to spend his time performing rather than promoting himself. It’s worked out well for Howard, who still touts his 1983 Yamaha DX7 at shows. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” he laughs. The Rich Howard Orchestra will perform a set every hour, starting at 9:10 a.m., at the East Valley Living Expo. For more information about the band, visit at facebook.com/ richhowardorchestra.

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Who is Caring for the Caregivers? “The value that caregivers bring to our lives and to the fabric of our community is priceless. What they do is selfless,” said Mary Lynn Kasunic, President and CEO of the Area Agency on Aging. “The big question is who is caring for the caregivers? November is a time for families, togetherness and Thanksgiving. November is also National Family Caregivers Month – a time to recognize and honor family caregivers. Caregivers provide care for parents, spouses, partners and other loved ones so that they may keep them living in their own home for as long as possible. In Arizona in 2015, more than 804,000 caregivers provided 749 million hours of unpaid care. The dollar value of these hours is more than $9.4 billion. And, nationally the numbers exceed 43.5 million caregivers providing unpaid care valued at over $470 billion. But the true value of our caregivers is not about the dollar value; it is about their personal devotion, ongoing commitment and deep compassion. It probably won’t come as a surprise that most caregivers – approximately 75 percent – are women with an average age just under 50 and that 85 percent of them care for a relative or other loved one.

“At the Area Agency on Aging, we look at both sides of the caregiving equation because it is as important to take care of the caregivers as it is to provide for those who need care,” Kasunic said. “Caregiving can be a rewarding experience, but it is also physically and emotionally demanding.”

receiver. Support services provided to the care receiver are also geared toward the support of the caregiver. The stress of dealing with caregiving responsibilities can lead to a higher risk of health issues. It is critical for caregivers to have the chance to take a breather and re-energize.

The Area Agency Family Caregiver Support Program takes a holistic approach to meeting the needs of caregivers. By meeting with them in their homes, we can determine service needs, provide educational and emotional support and be the link between the caregiver and other social service agencies.

Respite care provides short-term breaks that relieve stress, restore energy, and promote balance in the caregiver’s life. In addition, caregiver support services are available to adult family members, or other individuals who are informal providers of in-home and community care to older persons.

This program identifies two clients in one family – the caregiver and the care

The Agency’s 24-Hour Senior HELP LINE is the first point of contact for both caregivers

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and care receivers. Caregivers can find resources that provide a personal break for them to shop, run errands or simply enjoy downtime. They can also connect to support groups and educational forums, among other services. Care receivers find access to the entire range of services and resources that have made

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What’s more, the Navajo word for begin the day as the Ancestral Pueblo people have for generations.” I like the “ancient” can also be translated as “enemy,” and today’s idea of getting into Pueblo people are the skin of ancient understandably people and am all reluctant to have ready to sign up for their ancestors a tour of the Balcony described not only House, when I read by a Navajo word that I’ll not only but by one that can have to climb a 32be interpreted as foot ladder, but I’ll meaning an enemy. also have to crawl “That’s why we through an 18-inchnow call the cliff wide tunnel. It occurs dwellers ‘Ancestral to me that far from Puebloans,’” says getting into the skin a park ranger. “It’s of the ancients, my a more accurate hips might not even description of who get into the tunnel. they were.” Point I convince my well taken, although husband to go to personally, I could Wetherill Mesa have found an even instead so we can see better description. Step House on a self“Genius” is the one guided exploration that immediately that’s open to people of all ages — and Visitors to Cliff Palace must climb five 8 comes to mind. presumably all hip to 10 foot tall ladders. For an expanded widths — as long as they can carry a version of this article as well as information on half gallon of water. This is definitely other Colorado attractions, see our companion more my style. website: www. traveltizers.com No one knows exactly why the ancient folks left the dwellings they’d so carefully constructed, but for the Pueblo people of the Southwest, who they were is no mystery at all. They claim the cliff dwellers as their ancestors. Anasazi, the word previously used when referring to the inhabitants of Mesa Verde, is a Navajo word, given to them by those who discovered the deserted dwellings in the 1880s. It means “ancient ones,” but it implies, say today’s Puebloans, that the ancient ones were ancestors of the Navajo people Mesa Verde has abundant wildlife, from the rather than of the Puebloans. Yellow-collard lizards to bobcats and spotted owls.

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I had become one with the wave. To be honest, I couldn’t quite believe I had even made it up. But here I was, a rookie surfer, riding the 20-foot crest of a monster wave with the Hawaiian sun at my back. Some of my companions at the surf school waved and shouted in encouragement, others just rested on their boards, watching in awe. But I was not to be distracted; I was committed to riding this baby to the end. As I headed towards the shore, little heads peered out the water. On closer inspections, I could see they were jagged rocks. This I was not ready for. Should I force a fall or take my chances through the rocks? With the adrenaline pumping, I headed towards the rocks, when suddenly out of nowhere ... A deafening crash consumed my world. I jolted up in bed. The room steward at the Turtle Bay Resort had dropped a plate outside my room on the hallway

ﬂoor. I glanced at my alarm clock: 5:05 a.m. I had a few more hours before I was to begin my first surfing lesson at the Hans Hedemann Surf School on the North Shore of Oahu. I wondered if I could go back to sleep.

Back Story Surfing has long been a central part of ancient Polynesian culture. When Tahitians migrated to Hawaii, they brought with them the paipo (belly) board, which allowed them a quick way to get ashore with their daily catch. The art of wave riding upright on long boards was perfected in Hawaii and is considered the true birthplace of surfing. Hawaiian royalty were the most skilled surfers in the villages with the best beaches reserved for them alone. The rest of the villagers were not allowed on the same beaches, but could gain prestige among the populace by their own mastery of wave riding. The sport of surfing was popularized by Olympic swimmer Duke Kahanamoku in the 1920s, whose statue rests on Waikiki’s waterfront. Today Hawaii is regarded as the surfing capital of the world. Hans Hedemann Surf School When the clock struck seven, the monkey-wrench tightening in my gut

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reminded me that I was to meet Hans Hedemann and staff in an hour at his office located right at the hotel. Why was I so nervous? Yesterday, watching surfers on the North Shore’s world-famous surf beaches - Sunset Beach, Banzai Pipeline, Waimea - it all looked so, well, easy. Handshakes were exchanged between the seven rookie surfers and surf school staff. Hans, a remarkably charismatic man, made a personal connection with each participant, immediately put everyone at ease. Born and raised in the Hawaiian Islands, Hans spent 17 years on the pro surfing tour circuit, winning many distinguished competitions, including the first person to win back to back ASP World events. Interestingly, his reason for starting the schools (he has another on Waikiki) is that his initial introduction to surfing as a boy was an unsuccessful and negative experience. At the end of his years on the pro tour he realized the importance of proper surf instruction. In 1997, he launched the schools to also enrich the authentic Hawaiian surfing experience. Beginner, intermediate and advanced surfers of all ages are welcome to attend his schools. Surfing USA The group was led down to the beach where we were instructed on proper water safety, and then given drills on the techniques that we would later use. Before I knew it, we were in the water. Surfing begins with climbing on your board and paddling out to waves on the horizon. Our instructors would maneuver us so that we were facing the shore. Then,

when a wave arrives, they’d give the board a push, matching the wave’s speed. Once the wave starts to carry you and the board, you jump to your feet and ride down the face of the wave, staying just ahead of the breaking part “white water” in a place referred to as “the pocket.” I was textbook prepared, but quickly learned that the surfer expressions, “cutback,” “tube riding” and “hanging ten” were not destined to be part of my own personal experience that day. My goal: simply to stand up on my board and ride a wave. Countless times Hans would patiently push me out to the pocket, and countless times I would fall. He was relaxed and encouraging, diligently critiquing my moves and giving me pointers. In between waves, I asked another instructor, “What made him settle in Oahu? “I was visiting the North Shore,” he replied. “And I fell in love with a wave.” Such is the passion of the surfer in their quest to find the perfect wave, making surfing a major component to today’s travel industry. Did I ever make it up? Well, yes. I did make it up once. It was probably only for five seconds, but the memory of that sensation that will stay with me for an eternity. I really had, at least momentarily, become one with the wave. Perhaps it was love at first sight. Hans also has surf schools at the Park Shore Hotel Waikiki, New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel and Kahala Hotel & Resort. For further information about the Hans Hedemann Surf Schools, visit www.hhsurf.com

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