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CONTENTS: WINTER 2014-2015

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Directories Adult Day Care Facilities Aging-in-Place Facilities Alzheimer’s Care Facilities Assisted Living Facilities Home Health Nursing/Rehab Facilities Personal Care Facilities Retirement Communities

LOSE THE WINTER BLUES

WHAT I KNOW NOW

LOOK FORWARD TO SOMETHING

FOOD AT YOUR DOORSTEP

BOOK CLUB

CARE PACKAGE FOR THE CAREGIVER

WISE & WELL

BORN TO BE A LIGHTHOUSE

By Tiffany White

By Lucy Pritchett

By Torie Temple

IT’S HECK GETTING OLD

By Yelena Sapin

CAREGIVER CIRCLE

25 THINGS TO DO THIS WINTER

By Torie Temple

By Carrie Vittitoe

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By Ashlie Stevens

EVERYBODY NEEDS A LITTLE TIME AWAY By Lucy Pritchett

By Bob Mueller

WORD TO LIVE BY By Connie Meyer

UPDATES AND HAPPENINGS

By Gioia Patton & Tiffany White

IT’S YOUR STYLE By Tiffany White

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From the Editor Volume 11 / Number 4 PUBLISHER

Lose the

Winter Blues

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inter is my least favorite season. I had always viewed the cold temperatures, limited daylight, and cloudier days as an invitation for napping or lounging around the apartment. However, I am realizing that there is only so much relaxation you can do. Of course, it is extremely important to have some downtime, but keeping yourself engaged in stimulating activities is equally important — especially during winter. A healthy dose of activity, particularly with others, can improve your mood and your physical health. This winter, I have chosen activeness over sluggishness and already feel better. Recently, I joined Toastmasters International, a group that teaches people how to become effective communicators through public speaking. Initially, I wasn’t particularly excited about meeting twice a month at 6:30pm, but after I attended several meetings, I knew it was one of the best decisions I’ve made. I have the opportunity to grow professionally in my career along with developing new friendships. The social interaction our group shares is wonderful, and I always leave feeling like I’ve accomplished something worthy. I’ve also begun exercising twice a week with my friend and colleague Jessica Alyea. On Tuesdays and Thursdays, we use her Nintendo Wii dance program and have a great time while releasing stress. Succumbing to the winter blues is easy, but with a little effort, you can break the cycle. Find out how to create your own dinner club on page 8 or check out our winter survival guide on page 18 for a list of ideas worth trying. Make this winter a season to love.

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WHAT I KNOW NOW

Joyce Seymour The former teacher and retired CEO of Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana has devoted thousands of hours volunteering for our community with, among others, New Direction's Repair Affair and Women4Women. BY LUCY M. PRITCHETT / PHOTO MELISSA DONALD

Name three people you admire.

Sister Theresa for her passion for giving and loving those in need. Eleanor Roosevelt for the work she did that made such a big difference for so many people and the respect she earned through her work at the United Nations. And Jackie Joyner Kersee, the Olympic track runner. She looked beyond herself and always thanked people for being supportive and being a part of her life. What cheers you up?

Being around fun people and just having a good time. What were you like as a child?

I was a tomboy. I was most comfortable playing ball with the boys. I played dolls with my girlfriends, but when I saw the boys out shooting hoops, I wanted to play with them. Those were fun times. What’s the best advice you ever received?

It was from my high school English teacher, Elizabeth Haskins. She told me I could do anything I wanted to do if I made up my mind to do it. She advised me to get my work done in school and to get involved in school activities. She would

challenge me to go further. If I finished an assigned book, then she wanted me to read another. That was at Ahren’s Trade School. I was one of two in a class of 200 who went on to college. What can one learn from traveling?

Joyce, 76, has been director of the Girls’ Louisville Invitational Basketball Tournament for 43 years. This active WLKY Bell Award recipient advocates teamwork and a positive attitude.

The beauty of things. It is one thing to hear about or see pictures of, say, the Alaskan glaciers, but to actually see them up close and see that they are made up of shades of blue and green — you can’t beat that.

metal eating pan or plate. You ‘dunked’ the bag in hot soapy water to clean it.

Do you remember your first encounter with a famous person?

What do women need to learn?

Yes, it was with Olympic runner Wilma Rudolph. She was here for a big track and field event at the fairgrounds. I got to work in the ‘inner circle’ of the track. I have never seen anyone fly like she did. What is the strangest food you've eaten?

Japanese seaweed. It looked a little like kale and really didn’t have much taste. What did you learn when you were in Girl Scouts?

I was a Girl Scout for three years in middle school. We used everything we made — a bedroll for camping and a dunk bag that held our

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What skill should every woman have?

Being able to speak in front of a group and also to speak up for herself.

That sometimes we do so much for other people that we forget to take care of ourselves. How do you get people to help you?

Ask them. “I need you to help me. Will you?” If you don't ask, how will they know? What do you need to know to navigate the kitchen?

How to clean out the fridge and make a good pot of soup. What does the average citizen not understand about improving things in the community?

You need to know how to get things done. For instance, I am trying to get a Neighborhood Watch set up where I live.

I have to have a plan, get individuals involved, find out who at the police department will help us. Things don't just get done on their own. Pet peeve?

People who complain about social and political problems and yet don’t vote. What did you learn from your father?

That if you can’t do something for somebody every day, you aren’t going to sleep well. What will be your legacy?

The Joyce Seymour Leadership Fund with the Girl Scouts. It was set up to provide Kentuckiana girls with leadership training and opportunities to participate in Girl Scout camps and outdoor activities. It was created by a group of staff from my years with [the Girl Scout] Camp Shantituck. I loved the camp. It helped me to grow up, it let me do things I didn’t think I could do, and I learned a lot from other people.

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The Hodges’ dinner club guests, from left to right around the table: Dave Nuermberger, Harriett Wearren, Bob Latter, Nina Hodge, Lulu Bunting, John Bunting, Marty Latter, Wade Wearren, Wayne Hodge, and Patti Nuermberger.

Look Forward to Something BY TORIE TEMPLE / PHOTOS MELISSA DONALD

The dark and cloudy days of winter often have us hibernating in our huts waiting for the first signs of spring. Here are some ideas to brighten the winter days and send your imagination blooming before the first tulip. Consider hosting a dinner club, starting a renovation, or planning a getaway to chase away the winter blues. Start a Dinner Club

“A

dinner club is a fun, easy way to stay in contact with good friends and to journey with people,” says Kathie Hodge. Kathie and her husband started two dinner clubs: one that lasted 20 years, and their current group that is continuing its 30year journey. Their dinner club includes six couples who meet every other month so that one couple hosts once a year. “The host creates a menu and assigns each couple a dish,” Kathie explains. Sometimes the host picks a theme, or it can be a casual dinner. The couples bring their receipts for the cost of the ingredients to the dinner. “We meet on the night we chose and enjoy a six-course meal,” Kathie says. “At the end, we add up the receipts and divide by six. This way every couple pays between $18-$28. Where could you go and hear the conversation, hearty laughter, and eat fabulous food for that cost?”

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Kathie says her group has been through one death and one divorce but has shared many laughs along the way. “The guys decided to do the dinner one month, and we happily agreed. We got to the house, and they waited on us but would disappear into the kitchen, and we heard lots of racket with pots and pans banging. At the end of the night, we found out they had the whole thing catered,” she says with a laugh. To start your own dinner club, Kathie suggests the following: • Choose your guests. They could be close friends or others you would like to get to know. • Meet and establish guidelines such as how often the group will meet and how costs will be split. Choose a couple to be the first host and pick a date. • The host sends out a menu (via mail or email) at least a week before the date. The host should pick a theme, if desired, and assign each couple a menu item. The host

does the set-up and drinks. • Bring your receipts for the cost of your dish so the total can be tallied at the end of the meal. “It is important for us to slow down and take some time for friends. A dinner club is an easy way to do this,” Kathie says. “Start simple and just enjoy the fellowship.”

Helpful Tips • Keep everyone in the same room while dining so all can be involved in the conversation and get the most from the social experience. • Be creative with themes. Consider renting costumes to complete a themed dinner. • Help one another prepare the assigned dish for added social time. PAGE 10 >>

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The Stottmann’s home includes a woodworking studio that is adjacent to Richard’s bathroom.

Make Over Your Home

ary Ellen and Richard Stottmann moved into their home in 1969. The house, then 20 years old, had already undergone minor renovations, so she wasn’t compelled to make major changes until after retirement. “We made one of the bedrooms my office, and it looked so pretty when it was finished that we started on the kitchen, which led to refinishing the hardwood floors,” she says. After the passing of her parents, Mary Ellen inherited a large amount of furniture and paintings that inspired another phase of redesign centered around the new pieces. Ultimately, though, the Stottmanns wanted the final renovations to cater to aging and their hobbies. “The bathrooms were designed in the ‘50s, and my husband, who is tall, couldn’t use the master bathroom comfortably. So we had the master bath made into two bathrooms, and we each have our own dressing room,” Mary Ellen says. “My husband does woodworking, so we made a studio off his bathroom to keep the wood chips

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from being tracked through the house.” Richard’s woodworking skills were put to good use during renovations; he made the shelving for the dressing rooms and the vanities for the bathrooms. Mary Ellen had an art studio added to satisfy her love for painting. The Stottmanns lived in their house during the entire renovation and strategically planned which rooms to renovate so they still had access to a bathroom and living space. After renovations were complete in 2010, the Stottmanns began renovating their Florida villa. “The Florida house was much easier,” Mary Ellen says. “I found a decorator I adored toward the end of my house renovations, and I decided to have him help with the Florida house. The designer was able to work with me here and the contractors in Florida.” The Florida renovations took a year to plan but only three months to complete. Mary Ellen traveled to Florida once for demolition day and once when renovations were finished. “It wasn’t as stressful with the extra help,” she says.

How did she manage the stress of living in a house that was being renovated? “You just deal with it,” she says. “You have to like the people you are working with because they are around all the time. And, don’t forget to lock the bathroom door. My husband didn’t always remember.”

Helpful Tips • Mary Ellen highly recommends Michael Hoskins with Hubbuch & Co to help with any renovation. • Purchase all materials ahead of time so there are not any backorder or outof-stock issues. • Research and interview the contractors. Pick someone you could see yourself working closely with. PAGE 12 >>

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Plan a Trip

s a professional speaker, Elizabeth Jeffries has traveled to every state in the U.S. as well as 27 countries in the last 30 years. She has a passion for travel and makes it a part of her life for both work and play. “Our whole country is wonderful,” Elizabeth says. “Every place is an experience, but my favorite place internationally is Florence, Italy.” Elizabeth lived in Florence for three months while taking some time off after one of those birthdays ending in zero. She describes Florence as a magical place with art, great food, friendly people who speak English if you are not fluent in Italian, and with weather similar to Louisville. “I lived in an apartment in an old palace at the edge of the old city,” she says. “You can rent Old World places or stay at the Four Seasons, which is a top hotel in Florence.” While in Florence, Elizabeth blogged about her experiences and eventually published an ebook, 90 Days in Florence: Diary of an Italian Adventure in Tuscany! Phoenix, Arizona is at the top of Elizabeth’s list of best cities to travel to during January and February. “It is crisp and clear with temperatures in the 60s and 70s. We travel there every January and often take clients as well,” she says. If it’s a beach getaway you desire, Elizabeth recommends Cape May at the southern tip of New Jersey, where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. Cape May is rich in history and Victorian architecture and plays host

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Elizabeth Jeffries is always searching for the next adventure.

to a jazz festival and a film festival. It is great for bird watchers with more than 400 bird species recorded in the area. With all the traveling Elizabeth has done over the years, she still thinks Louisville is a great place to live for local getaways. “We are in an area where we can get to a lot of great destinations: Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and Nashville. You could even take a staycation in a hotel downtown or a B&B in Old Louisville.”

Helpful Tips • TripAdvisor.com is a great resource for all destinations. Get hotel prices, packages, and reviews all on one site. • Always know what the temperature will be at your destination so you can pack accordingly. • Planes tend to be cold. Be sure to bring a jacket or wrap for extended trips.

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! d l O g n i t t e G It’s Heck BY YELENA SAPIN

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PROBLEM:

Depression

ccording to the Center for Disease Control, older adults are at an increased risk for depression, especially when suffering from health problems and limited function. Risk factors can also stem from general life changes. Entering retirement can bring on isolation and feelings of uselessness, age-related wear-and-tear on the body can spell the end of favorite physical activities, and the deaths of friends and family members can bring on intense grief and thoughts of one’s own mortality, says Jacquelyn Graven, licensed psychologist and neuropsychologist. Depression is not a normal part of aging, however, and there are steps you can take to find relief.

PROBLEM:

Age Spots

espite their name, the brown or grayish spots we get on our hands, face, and chest are not a byproduct of aging but a consequence of accumulated sun damage, says Jaimie Wenz, medical aesthetician at KURect Skincare. Skin releases pigment in response to the sun, and these pigments can cluster together. As our skin becomes thinner with age, the clusters become visible on the surface as spots. Although typically harmless, age spots are a reminder that your skin has been damaged. Whatever your skin type, protect yourself by minimizing sun exposure, using sunscreen year-round, and having your skin examined regularly by a professional.

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used to

SOLUTION:

Professional Help

Lifestyle Changes

Follow up with your primary care doctor to ensure that any health issues have been identified and effectively treated, Graven says. It’s also important to discuss your feelings with your physician since depression symptoms in mature adults can often be missed or mistaken for side effects of illnesses and medications. Your doctor can prescribe antidepressants if appropriate and should monitor your progress to see how you adjust. Consulting a licensed psychologist can also help you process your feelings and build a set of coping skills.

Create a schedule for yourself by establishing set bedtimes and mealtimes, getting yourself dressed and ready for the day, and planning days to run errands, Graven suggests. Find ways to keep yourself busy. Volunteer in your community, get involved with your place of worship, or help care for your grandkids. Explore ways to exercise that are not only easier on your body but also help you connect with others and meet other people your age.

SOLUTION:

Go High-Tech

Go Low-Tech

If you’re bothered by age spots, there are several treatments available from your dermatologist or skin care professional, Wenz says. Lasers and intense pulsed light (IPL) therapies break up pigment clusters inside the skin and are effective at “erasing” age spots, while chemical peels and microdermabrasion work by removing the outer layer of the skin so new skin can take its place. These treatments often require several sessions for optimum results, so costs can add up.

If you’re looking for cheaper or less invasive options, there are topical applications you can use to gradually lighten age spots at home. Hydroquinone (HQ) creams bleach the skin, and Retin-A products work like chemical peels. Both are relatively inexpensive but shouldn’t be used by cancer patients or with certain medications, so consult a doctor first, Wenz says. While not as effective as HQ and Retin-A, topical vitamin C and lemon juice may also help lighten age spots over time by providing antioxidants and accelerating skin turnover.

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Caregiver

CIRCLE BY TORIE TEMPL

Searching for Long-Term Care Nervous about sending your loved one to a longterm care facility? Heather Downs, RN and unit manager at Friendship Manor, gives three tips for peace of mind: 4 Always tour the facility. Look for cleanliness and teamwork. 4 Read reviews or testimonials from those with loved ones in the facility. 4 State reviews on a facility are open to the public. Ask to read the state review book or check the facility's website for posted reviews.

Beyond the Basics When looking for a caregiver through a home health care agency, be sure to ask questions beyond background checks. Add these questions to the top of your list: • Can you accommodate any length of stay?

Help for New Caregivers

• Can I get someone who has worked with a patient with similar conditions/illnesses my loved one has?

Flip to page 58 to find our directory of local home health care services.

• Will you send another caregiver of equal skills if my caregiver has an emergency?

If you suddenly find yourself in a caregiving role, remember these tips.

• Do you have a registered nurse to conduct an initial assessment and to ensure the plan of care is being executed?

New Caregiver Rule # 1: Recognize when you are overwhelmed and take a break. Take a walk or read a book, even if it’s just for 10 minutes.

Source: Christian McCutcheon, owner, BrightStar Care

New Caregiver Rule # 2: Always have resources and know who to go to for help. If you run into a situation you are unfamiliar with, you will have those resources to look to for guidance.

Continuing Care, Continuing Education

New Caregiver Rule # 3: Take advantage of any ongoing education. This could be from an employer or in the community. Source: Heather Downs, RN and unit manager, Friendship Manor

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One of the most important ways a caregiver can help him- or herself is through an ongoing education about caregiving. “At BrightStar Care, we offer monthly continuing education programs for credits to nurses and social workers in the community,” says Christian McCutcheon, owner of BrightStar Care. “CNAs and caregivers in the community are also welcome to attend.” The best part? They are free! Call 502.893.4700 to find out about the next continuing education event.

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25 THINGS TO DO

indoors

THIS

W I N TER

BY CARRIE VITTITOE

Many people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t look forward to the cold winter months. The lack of sunshine and frigid temperatures tend to drain us of energy, and precipitation in all its frozen forms generally keeps us off the roads. Being cooped up and bored can cause our moods to nosedive, but there are plenty of things to keep our minds and bodies occupied in the dead of winter. PAGE 20 >>

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Do for Others Just because you are stuck inside doesn’t mean you can’t use your talents and share them with others.

1. Knit blankets or caps in small sizes to be given to new parents.

2. Contact a reading specialist at a local elementary school and ask about typing or hand-printing letters to novice readers, such as first and second graders. Students would love to get special mail and could practice reading the letter and writing back to you. 3. Sort through your linen closet to find towels and blankets that have seen better days. Donate them to the local Humane Society, which uses these items as bedding for dogs and cats.

9. If snow is on the ground and you’ve got a snowblower or blade, clean off your neighbors’ driveways. Keep Your Mind Sharp with Tech Utilize technology to give your brain a workout, even if the rest of you feels like napping under a warm blanket.

10. Visit JCPS Lifelong Learning to find online classes (jefferson.augusoft. net) on a subject that interests you, such as learning a new language or writing mystery stories. There are many classes you can take from your own home. 11. If a course sounds like too much of a commitment, visit lumosity.com to find games that challenge your brain. These games can build memory, attention, and problem-solving abilities.

Make time for these miscellaneous activities that are often put off in warm weather months.

21. Write a letter to a friend. Or call. 12. Write and publish the story of your life for your family using an online tool such as blurb.com. 13. If you like to read and are looking for suggestions, go to goodreads.com. You can keep track of the books you have read, and the site will offer you suggestions for others you might enjoy. 14. Try an online game, such as poker, slots, hearts, or even mahjong.

6. Use canned goods or other household items as weights to build muscle. Try 10 repetitions lifting a 64-ounce container of apple cider vinegar. 7. Stand in front of a chair and bend like you are going to sit down (but don’t), and then stand back up. These strength-building squats are good for your cardiovascular system. 8. Dust off and use the stationary bike or treadmill. 20 todaystransitionsnow.com | Winter 2014-2015

19. Open old paint cans to see if the paint is still usable. If not, set the cans outside or in the garage to dry out, then toss into the garbage.

Odds & Ends

Get Physical

5. Climb the steps a few times to get your heart rate up. Take a break and do it again later in the day.

18. Test and sort dead batteries to be taken to a staffed Louisville Metro recycling drop-off when weather permits.

20. Fix any broken items in your house.

4. If you paint, do woodwork, sew, or engage in other artistic endeavors, create an item to be donated to a local organization’s fundraising auction.

It is important to get some exercise every day to stay flexible and strong.

17. Go through your closet and donate any clothes that don’t fit or aren’t comfortable to wear.

15. Download and read a new book on your Kindle. Organize Your Life Winter is a great time to go through those piles of stuff that have been begging to be sorted.

16. Sort through old photographs. Throw out blurry shots. Write names and dates on the backs. Mail extra photos of loved ones to them to minimize your stash and let them know you are thinking about them.

22. Spend some time doing your favorite hobby, be it quilting or model train building. 23. Give your pet a little extra attention. 24. Try a new recipe. 25. Watch a favorite movie. A special thanks to members of the Jeffersontown Senior Center who offered their suggestions: Gene Hinderer, Al Henegar, Bob Brohm, John and Glenda Abell, Bob Cheshire, Shirley Florence, Judy King, Betty Braden, and Yvonne True.

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What’s for Dinner?

Food to Your

Doorstep

BY CARRIE VITTITOE PHOTOS MELISSA DONALD

When the weather is bitterly cold or mobility problems make getting out and about a challenge, local services are available to help meet your meal-time needs. TakeOut Taxi—Louisville TakeOut Taxi is an option for anyone who wants fully prepared meals from local restaurants delivered to his or her home. There are 56 Louisville restaurants from which to choose on the TakeOut Taxi website (takeouttaxilouisville.com). Restaurants are organized alphabetically, but you may also create a menu guide based on your zip code. You can search by type of cuisine, such as Cuban, Chinese, Greek, and others. A wide variety of restaurant meals are offered via TakeOut Taxi. Patrons can select more upscale restaurants such as Napa River Grille and Del Frisco’s, as well as more casual options such as Backyard Burgers and Home Run Burgers & Fries. Delivery typically takes between 30 and 60 minutes from the time the order is placed. You can also pre-select specific times for delivery (in 15-minute intervals) when placing your order.

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Should questions or concerns arise, customer service representatives are available by phone seven days a week. The minimum food purchase for TakeOut Taxi is $10. There is a delivery

charge of $5.99 plus 9 percent of the order, and a 15 percent gratuity is automatically added to purchases of more than $40. When gas prices are above $3 per gallon, a temporary fuel surcharge is added to orders, which runs between $.50 and $1 and goes to the drivers. TakeOut Taxi is an option for both lunch and dinner. Monday through Friday, the service opens at 9am so customers can schedule same-day lunch delivery. Most restaurants begin daily deliveries at 11am. Closing times vary but are easily viewed on the company’s website or by calling 502.895.8808.

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ValuMarket Grocery Delivery Service ValuMarket is the only local grocery store that offers the convenience of purchasing groceries online and having them delivered right to your front door. For a $12.95 picking/delivery fee, customers who live within three miles of the store can select produce, dairy items, meat, frozen foods, deli and bakery items, and household goods and have them dropped off. Every additional mile beyond three miles incurs an additional $1 charge. Customers who wish to order online but pick up their items at the curb outside the store are charged $5.95 for the personal shopping service. (As a special incentive to try the service, ValuMarket waives the $5.95 picking fee for first-time customers.) The delivery schedule varies depending on store location. For example, ValuMarket at Mid City Mall delivers Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 1:30 and 6:30pm. Ordering online is simple at valumarket.com/order-online/. Simply select your closest store location and create an account; however, anyone wishing to just browse can do so without an account. When shopping, you can write special instructions in a notes section, such as if you want your pork chops cut to a certain thickness. Sale items are boldly noted so you are sure to get the

best deals. There is even a “Can’t Find It” section where a customer can describe what she needs; ValuMarket’s personal shoppers will do their best to locate it. ValuMarket is working to adopt the Square system of credit card processing, but at this time, customers can pay by check, cash, food stamps, or credit card when the delivery arrives or when they pick up from the store. Personal shoppers call customers prior to delivery/ pickup to verify the order total. Customers who don’t have computers but want to try the service may call their nearest ValuMarket store to place orders by phone.

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ValuMarket sells various products including their own brand of frozen food meals (top) and produce.

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BOOK CLUB: THE RANSDELL READERS

Catching Up Here’s what other area clubs are reading next:

FOOD FOR THOUGHT Pearl of China by Anchee Min Contact: Janet Raderer, 502.897.5986

Members of The Ransdell Readers include, from left to right, host Susan Lawler, Maureen Kirk, Judith Matheny, and Sue Driskell.

More than just a book club BY ASHLIE STEVENS / PHOTOS PATTI HARTOG

It’s a book that, as the women say, “starts with n evening with the Ransdell Readers a bang,” chuckling because it starts in such a way could be simply described in three words: figuratively and literally. The Goldfinch is about the ‘friends,’ ‘food,’ and ‘fiction.’ But the group trauma of loss, the longing for love, the craziness of dynamic goes beyond that. adolescence, the transcendence of beauty, and the The book club is comprised of six or so power of art. The main character, Theo Decker, is women who all used to live on Ransdell traumatized by an explosion that Avenue. They have been alters the trajectory of his life and meeting for 20 years and THE RANSDELL READERS WHEN: 2nd Thursday of every month the development of his character. through that time have WHERE: Location varies At nearly 800 pages, the novel is experienced graduations, CONTACT: Maureen Kirk, a thicker read than the club usually grandchildren, deaths, and 502.893.7988 tackles, but all the women agreed moves. But through it all, they that the plot was compelling. continue to meet monthly, Maureen Kirk, a woman with red glasses and rotating from house to house. closely cropped white hair, serves as the leader During a recent meeting, the women met at of the casual group. She laughs while looking at Susan Lawler’s immaculately decorated twothe thick book in her hand. “That’s why I’m in a story home in the Clifton area. book club,” she says, gesturing around the living The Readers gather in the living room, each room. “You all drag me along.” holding a copy of The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt.

< From the book

JCC BOOK CLUB October Sky by Homer Hickam Contact: Slava Nelson, 502.459.0660

MAYOR'S BOOK CLUB The Cat’s Table by Michael Ondaatje Contact: Kelly Dunnagan, 502.574.1611

“Caring too much for objects can destroy you. Only—if you care for a thing enough, it takes on a life of its own, doesn’t it? And isn’t the whole point of things — beautiful things — that they connect you to some larger beauty?” — Donna Tartt, The Goldfinch

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Wise&Well

Tidbits, news, and tips to help you live your healthiest years yet BY ASHLIE STEVENS

Baby,

It’s Cold

Outside

Project Warm helps Louisville residents winterize their homes

ith another unpredictable winter blowing into Louisville, it’s important to ensure that your house or the house of your loved one stays comfortably toasty. Project Warm, a nonprofit organization that has existed for about 30 years, provides free weatherization education and services for Louisville families. Mary Griffin, volunteer and workshop coordinator at Project Warm, says the organization offers two ways to keep you or your family members warm this winter. If you are over age 60, you can contact Project Warm to schedule a volunteer team to come to your house and help winterize and tighten your windows to make them more resistant to temperature changes. Call 502.636.9276 or visit projectwarm.org. You or a family member can attend one of Project Warm’s free 90-minute workshops. You’ll learn all the basics of weather-proofing your home and even go home with all the materials. “What we want to do is create a ‘house envelope,’” Griffin says. “That means that the temperature you want inside the house stays that temperature.” 28 todaystransitionsnow.com | Winter 2014-2015

Healthy Holiday Hydration Eggnog, hot chocolate, and Christmas-colored cocktails are all tempting choices this season, but they can have a negative effect on your waistline. LifeBar, located in Rainbow Blossom on Lexington Road and also on Bardstown Road in the Highlands, offers some equally delicious beverage options that are both healthy and organic. Owner Chad Barmore suggests you try the ‘Midnight Mint,’ a peppermint hot chocolate drink that is gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free, perfect for anyone with dietary restrictions. If you get to the end of the holidays and feel like you have overdone it, Barmore suggests a detoxifying beverage called ‘Keep it Green.’ “It has cucumber, apple, lemon, kale, celery, ginger, and a bit of lemon,” Barmore says.

Sniffle Solutions The common cold is seemingly inevitable throughout the winter. What’s one to do when the sniffles hit? Dr. Francisco Andrade, professor and interim chair of physiology at the University of Kentucky, suggests a few aids: Treat Symptoms — Take Tylenol for fever or pain. Hydrate — Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Try a Cup of Chicken Soup — While researchers aren’t exactly sure why, chicken broth contains something to help you feel better quicker. Supplement with Zinc —“This is controversial,” Andrade says, “but some research shows that it helps, and it’s definitely not going to hurt.” You can find zinc in the cold remedy section at the drug or grocery store. It comes in tablets or lozenges. Follow the instructions on the package.

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Connie’s World Connie Meyer writes regularly for Today’s Transitions. You can reach Connie at ConnieL605@aol.com.

Words

Live by

efore the end of summer,

complaints about the heat are all you seem to hear. I always look forward to the cool, crisp air of fall, but I know that before the leaves finish their vivid transformation, we will be complaining about the cold. This is human nature. We are rarely satisfied. We cannot live in the moment because we are either whining about the past or predicting a pessimistic future. It is easier to cold-heartedly complain than to find something positive to say when things aren’t going your way. Turning your complaints into compliments can adjust your attitude into a positive experience for everyone. No other season shows the power of words more than the holidays. Thanksgiving prompts us to think about all the gifts we are given and applauds our ability to put our gratitude into words. Hanukkah and Christmas bring a kind of joy that we share even with strangers as we salute the holidays with words of happiness. Strangers on the street greet one another with “Happy Holidays” or “Merry Christmas.” It is that special time of year when we seem to choose words of kindness and caring. If only we could continue the practice all year long. Try to think about the impact of the words you choose. As we go through each day, we have countless opportunities to express gratitude instead of grouchiness. When you go through a drive-thru at a fast food restaurant, do you grouse at the server because the line was slow, or do you

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offer a smile and a word of encouragement knowing she is doing the best she can? You may never know the ripple effect of the responses you choose in life. When you give an unsolicited word of encouragement to someone, you may never know how much your kindness means. When you choose to have a negative response, your irritability just might be the final straw in someone else’s day. Choose a positive, encouraging response, and you may bring joy to someone who will in turn spread that joy to the next person he or she meets. When you do have a legitimate complaint, think about how you voice it. Do you air your grievance with a “holier-than-thou-how-could-you-be-sostupid” attitude, or do you deliver your concern with an understanding “I-canonly-imagine-how-hard-your-job-is” thoughtfulness? The words we choose and the way we choose to say them can make all the difference in the response we receive. I remember playing tennis with friends one summer when I missed an easy shot. Without thinking, the word “Crap” came out of my mouth and into earshot of a group of preschoolers who happened to be passing our court on the way to the swimming pool. In my frustration, I had not even noticed their arrival. No sooner had my exclamation exploded on the court than a small girl’s voice responded loudly, “She said, ‘Crap!’” Then, as if her initial indictment wasn’t enough, she repeated her announcement, more loudly this time.“She said, ‘CRAP!’” I was

mortified and started apologizing profusely. Seemingly satisfied, the preschoolers, along with their tiny tattletale, finally departed to the pool. I was secretly relieved my response had not been worse. What a lesson in awareness. We need to be conscious of the example we set every day. If you make foul language a part of your daily vocabulary, it is going to be difficult not to slip up on occasion. It is easy to be nice and positive when you are around those you know have certain expectations for your behavior. But how do you respond when you don’t think anyone is listening? This is the test. This is how we should strive to make our behavior positive and encouraging. It is not unlike going to church on Sunday and then going through the week without giving any thought to the lessons taught when we were there. We all know the Golden Rule, but do we make living it our first priority? Most people are usually on their best behavior in public. At least, we should be showing our best side. Behind closed doors, we all act differently. That’s not necessarily bad — it’s just different. On occasion, we are all grouchy with those who have to put up with us on a daily basis. Everyone needs a As we go through safe place to express each day, we anger and those not- have countless so-carefully-chosen opportunities to words every once in a express gratitude while. The difference instead of comes when our grouchiness. behind-closed-doorsbehavior becomes a habit that does not respect those with whom we live. When we use disrespectful language or let hostility become a habit, it will be hard not to allow such behavior to spill over into the public arena of our lives. If we are to put our best foot forward, we need to take note of our faults and try to correct them. Life is so much sweeter when we simply abide by the Golden Rule. Those are truly words to live by. When we try to think about how we would like to be treated, it makes it pretty easy to treat others well. It also makes the world a much nicer place for everyone.

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Updates & Happenings | news you can use + events not to miss |

Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous > Frazier History Museum Experience the glamorous world of Gilded Age America and see how Louisville’s elite lived between the end of the Civil War to the beginning of World War I. Fashionable dresses and accessories, American Impressionist paintings, and luxury products bring together the extravagance of this era and the birth of the modern consumer culture. –Gioia Patton WHEN: through February 1 WHERE: Frazier History Museum, 829 West Main St. TICKETS: $10.50 for adults, $8.50 for seniors (60+) CONTACT: 502.753.5663 or fraziermuseum.org

A Streetcar Named Desire > Kentucky Opera

Healthy Bites Stacey Cole, food service director at Friendship Health and Rehabilitation Center, says her cranberry and pumpkin muffin is a nutritious snack that can be eaten at any time of the day. Residents can eat it for breakfast with a cup of coffee, or it can be served with cottage cheese and fruit for lunch. “It is a good complement to a fall and winter meal,” she says. “It is like comfort food.” Find the recipe at TodaysTransitionsNow.com. PHOTO MELISSA DONALD

See the elevated emotions of Blanche DuBois and Stanley Kowalski like never before in an opera in three acts by André Previn and Phillip Littell. Based on the 1947 Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Tennessee Williams, which was made into a 1951 award-winning film starring Marlon Brando and Vivien Leigh, the opera made its debut on October 11, 1989 at the San Francisco Opera. This is the first time the Kentucky Opera has performed this work, which will be sung in English with supertitles above the stage. –Gioia Patton WHEN: February 13 @ 8pm & February 15 @ 2pm WHERE: Brown Theatre TICKETS: start @ $34 CONTACT: kentuckycenter.org or the Kentucky

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Prayer Power Signature Healthcare is incorporating spirituality into the healing process of a patient. “We are prescribing scripture to relieve anxiety or depression as opposed to an antipsychotic drug or anxiety medication,” says Dianne H. Timmering, vice president of spirituality and legislative affairs at Signature Healthcare. The company employs full-time chaplains at each of their 115 facilities spanning 10 states. Patients who choose spiritual integration can request that a chaplain come to their room to read a favorite scripture, or they may want to listen to music, which is particularly beneficial for patients with dementia, Timmering says.

White Christmas: The Exhibit > Frazier History Museum White Christmas: The Exhibit is a 60th anniversary retrospective of costumes and memorabilia from the Hollywood classic movie on loan from the Rosemary Clooney House in Augusta, Ky. White Christmas has come to be the quintessential holiday musical film. Released in 1954, the movie starred Clooney, Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, and Vera-Ellen and features the songs of Irving Berlin. The Clooney Collection, owned by former Kentucky Lieutenant Governor Steve Henry and his wife, former Miss America Heather French Henry, includes authentic items from the film, several costumes including the blue dresses Clooney and Ellen wore as they sang the memorable Sisters song, promotional posters, personal memorabilia of Ms. Clooney’s, and more. –Gioia Patton WHEN: through January 11 WHERE: Frazier History Museum, 829 West Main St. TICKETS: $10.50 for adults, $8.50 for seniors (60+) CONTACT: 502.753.5663 or fraziermuseum.org

The staff also works with the patients in palliative care to accommodate their needs in any way possible. “We had a Native American resident who was dying, and he wanted the 23rd Psalm written in his native language,” Timmering says. “The chaplain made it happen, and the family was able to recite the words over the patient in their Native American language.”

Life in the Theatre > Bunbury Theatre

Ageless Love At age 71, Louisville native and author Sharon Marx is showing readers that romance isn’t only for young people. In her book Looking for Love Through Thicker Lenses, she outlines a plan for how people can feel confident about dating despite their age. Sharon, who lived in Florida prior to returning to Louisville, says she felt compelled to write the book when she noticed that older adults in Louisville appeared less optimistic about dating than those in Florida. “[In Florida,] they were more receptive to meeting people,” she says. “People in this stage were more open to a lot of different possibilities, but when I came back to Louisville, I was painfully aware of the apathy and depression over the fact that people our age can’t meet one another.” Being successful at love, Sharon says, starts with a person’s attitude. “It is about removing the barriers that are keeping us from being open to the possibilities. Being alone isn’t a consequence of aging; it is a choice.” Find her book at butlerbooks.com or amazon.com. 34 todaystransitionsnow.com | Winter 2014-2015

The synopsis of David Mamet’s 1977 two-character play about actors concerns John, young and rising into the first flush of his success, and Robert, older, anxious, and beginning to wane. In a series of short, spare, and increasingly raw exchanges, we see the estrangement of youth from age and the wider, inevitable, and endless cycle of life in and out of the theater. “An evening of pure theatre.” - The New York Times “A comic masterpiece.” - New York Daily News –Gioia Patton WHEN: February 13-March 1, various performances WHERE: Henry Clay Building, corner of Third and

Chestnut Streets TICKETS: General admission $22, seniors (62+) $19 CONTACT: bunburytheatre.org or 502.585.5306

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everybody needs a little time away BY LUCY M. PRITCHETT

If, like me, you consider winter to be a time of reflection, here is an idea for time spent Being, not Doing. I am talking of taking an at-home retreat. Going on a retreat doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t mean that you sit and stare at a candle flame for two days, but that you give yourself a chance to experience a period of uninterrupted time to consider, ponder, muse, and catch up with yourself. It is a time away from the distractions and discontents of life. I am not thinking of just a few quiet unplanned hours, but a day or two intentionally put aside to withdraw from technology, errands, household chores, and other people. A time of quiet and reflection and a chance to hear our own voice and not the ones that clamor at us all day long. Those are the voices that urge us to buy, alarm us with dire headlines, ask us to help with yet another project, and tell us that we must always Be Up and Doing. PAGE 38 >>

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Preparing Your Space Begin by planning this time of withdrawal ahead of time. Go ahead and cross off one or two days on your calendar. Before your retreat begins, bring in healthy foods for simple meals, catch up on laundry, straighten up the house (it doesn't have to be perfect), and take care of any errands that you might need to attend to so those chores are not tempting you away from your quiet time. Last Thanksgiving, I took a four-day retreat at home. The day before I began, I made of big pot of lentil soup, brought in fruit and cheese and a tasty loaf of bread, and made sure I had coffee, tea, milk, cereal, and a snack or two. For those four days, I stored my laptop in the closet and turned my phone completely off. I also didn’t listen to radio or watch television. You have got to unplug! Our technology brings with it way too many interruptions. You do not want your quiet time to be disturbed by bings, bells, and beeps. That said, you might want to notify your family and friends and even close neighbors that you will be off the grid for these days so they don’t worry if they can't reach you or don’t see you around the neighborhood. Savoring the Silence So, what is one to do On Retreat? Well, remember, this is not so much about Doing as

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Being. That said, I do like to set up a routine that allows for soothing activities interspersed with plenty of unstructured free time. I plan on getting up early and easing into the day with coffee, a few gentle yoga stretches, and time for meditation. In the mornings, I like to have a few books to dip in and out of. Perhaps Anne Morrow Lindbergh’s Gift from the Sea, a book of Mary Oliver’s or Billy Collins’ poetry, and something inspirational about art or the writing life. The afternoon might be a good time to start a winter journal. Here you can write about how the retreat is going — what you are enjoying or what you feel is missing. Perhaps you want to makes notes about warmer weather plans, a class you want to take, or a day trip you want to make. If you are an artist, keep your sketchbook out to capture the image of the bright red cardinal perched on the birdbath. Or use watercolors or colored pencils to record the holly tree covered in snow in the backyard. In the evening, if you do any sort of needlework or woodworking, here is a chance to attend to a project. These activities give your hands something to do while your mind can just wander where it will. I find it helps me to leave my books, journal, sketchbook, and art supplies out so I can pick them up at will. These are just suggestions of a few solitary pursuits. You will have your own. But, the point is not to be busy all day. We are busy enough. Please allow time between activities to daydream and stare out the window. And don't forget to take a nap or two. Naps have great restorative powers. If you want, take a short walk outside. If you run into a neighbor, keep the conversation to a brief hello and keep walking. Retreating With Others For those who live alone, planning time for a retreat is not as difficult as if there are other people involved. You and your spouse or roommate may just agree to disconnect from technology (that includes Saturday televised football or basketball games) and spend quiet time in different areas of the house pursuing your own thoughts and quiet activities. At meals, you could have thoughtful conversations about what you have been reading or writing about. (Nothing that would lead to an argument — this is not the time to talk about current events or politics.) Remind yourself when you begin to feel anxious (and you will because we have been programmed to feel guilty if we aren’t doing something the world judges to be productive) that you have chosen this time to experience silence and go inward. You may want to start out with a shortened retreat that begins when you wake up and ends the next morning. You can always add on a day or plan a longer time at a later date. Finally, know that having time of uninterrupted silence and retreating from activities and people for this short time is not selfishness. It is self-nourishment.

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Caregive r winner T O D AY ’ S T R A N S I T I O N S

Meet our “Care Package for the Caregiver” contest winner! Bob McKenerick is the winner of our quarterly Care Package for the Caregiver Award, which includes two tickets to a Derby Dinner Playhouse performance, four hours of sitter service from Home Instead, and a $25 gift card to A Taste of Kentucky. Why He Won: Bob, a resident of Wesley Manor, is enthusiastic about caring for people who are in need and at age 90, he believes he has more to do. He began caring for a fellow resident who recently fell and broke her elbow. “She has all sorts of steel plates and pins in her elbow, and I felt bad for her,” Bob says. “I see her every day.” Bob takes her to physical therapy appointments and handles the household chores, but this is only a small part of what he does. Every Friday, he makes pancakes and waffles for the staff and residents. “It just makes you feel good helping others,” he says. < Bob McKenerick PHOTO MELISSA DONALD

Do you know a caregiver who deserves some pampering and recognition? Nominate him or her for our Care Package for the Caregiver contest and tell us what makes this person stand out. The winner will receive gifts from our sponsors and be featured in our next issue. Deadline: January 15, 2015. Mail form to: Today’s Transitions 9750 Ormsby Station Rd. Suite 307 Louisville, KY 40223 Fax to 502.327.8861 or go online to TodaysTransitionsNow.com

The care package will include:

Nominator’s name: ________________________ Phone number: _____________ Email: ____________________________________________________________ Caregiver’s name: ___________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________ City: _____________________ State: _______ Zip: ________________________

• $25 gift certificate to A Taste of Kentucky

Phone number: __________________ Email: ______________________________

• Two tickets to a Derby Dinner Playhouse production

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• Four hours of sitter service donated by Home Instead

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He/She is an exceptional caregiver because: ______________________________ _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________

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5 THINGS TO KNOW About Medicare & Medicaid Insights & tips to help you navigate your benefits

1 Know Your A-B-Ds • Medicare Part A helps cover inpatient care in hospitals, skilled nursing facility care, hospice care, and home health care. • Medicare Part B helps cover medically necessary services and preventative services. • Medicare Part D is a prescription drug coverage plan.

LEARN THE LINGO

A Medicare Advantage Plan is an insurance policy with a private company that replaces traditional Medicare Parts A and B (and sometimes D). The plans are required by law to cover at least the same things that traditional Medicare would cover, but the insurance companies may charge more or less for services that are covered.

– three — There are special election periods for Medicare that fall outside of the annual election period allowing you to make changes and get coverage based on various circumstances.

Can my loved one lose his or her nursing care?

Medicare will stop paying for skilled nursing rehabilitation if the therapies and treatments being provided are not helping the patient maintain his health, or if the patient would not decline were the therapies and treatments to be stopped.

5. From State to State Medicaid is a joint federal and state program, and different states have different Medicaid laws and practices. For instance, in Kentucky, Medicaid will not pay for Assisted Living, but it will pay for Assisted Living in Indiana. As another example, IRAs are exempt assets in Kentucky but are not in Indiana.

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The Directories Are Now Online! Click on this page to access directory listings.

DIRECTORIES Adult Day Care Aging-in-Place Communities Alzheimer’s Care Assisted Living Home Health Nursing/Rehab Personal Care Retirement Communities Payment Options: The payment options in each directory differ, but these definitions can help you navigate: Private – consumer pays out-of-pocket. Private Ins. – could include Medicare supplements or HMOs/ health insurance. Medicare – federal health insurance program designed to provide health care for the elderly and disabled. People who qualify for Social Security benefits are automatically eligible for Medicare. Medicaid – state health insurance program designed to provide access to health services for persons below a certain income level. KIPDA – Kentuckiana Regional Planning and Development Agency, which offers subsidies and Medicaid waivers.

LifeSpan Resources (LSR) – the Area Agency on Aging for Clark, Floyd, Harrison, and Scott Counties in Indiana, which provides a variety of home and community based services. LTCi – long-term care insurance; helps cover the cost of services for people who have an extended physical illness, extended disability, or cognitive impairment. VA – Veterans Administration, a benefits program that provides financial assistance to retired veterans needing medical, surgical, and rehabilitative care. Hospice – a facility or service that provides supportive care for terminally ill patients and their families.

Larger color Enhanced listings are paid for by the facility. Those interested in Enhanced listings can call (502) 327-8855. Some facilities/services are not listed because information was not provided at printing time. If you feel your facility or service should be listed in the next directory, email directories@todaystransitions.com, or call (502) 327-8855. 44 todaystransitionsnow.com | Winter 2014-2015

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Adult Day Care Directory Day program for adults who need to be monitored for safety reasons and/or need nursing care, treatments, incontinence care, and other health services. There are medical Adult Day Care facilities which must be licensed. Adult Day Care facilities that are social cannot provide nursing care. Some offer pickup and delivery services within a radius.

Aging-in-Place Communities Directory An Aging-in-Place community offers several levels of care on one campus. A resident could move into a retirement facility or assisted living facility, then utilize higher levels of nursing care when needed through personal care or nursing/rehab care. A residentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s room might change, but not his or her address.

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Caregive r awards T O D AY ’ S T R A N S I T I O N S

Here are this year’s nominees:

Spring 2014 winner

Margaret Dunbar Demaree

Summer 2014 winner

George Goodwin

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PHOTOS MELISSA DONALD

Fall 2014 winner

LaTasha Johnson

Winter 2014-15 winner

Bob McKenerick

If you know an exceptional caregiver who deserves accolades for all they do for someone in need, nominate him or her for our Care Package for the Caregiver award. The winner will be featured in an upcoming issue of Today’s Transitions and will receive tickets to Derby Dinner Playhouse, sitter service from Home Instead Senior Care and a $25 gift card from A Taste of Kentucky. Turn to page 40 to complete the nomination form or go to TodaysTransitionsNow.com. We’ll also announce our Caregiver of Year winner at the GuardiaCare Chocolate Dreams event on February 2, 6pm at Frazier Hall on the Bellarmine University campus.

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Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Care Directory Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s care is provided at different levels, from assisted living to the skilled care of nursing/rehab. Some facilities accept Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s patients into their general care, and others have separate units designed to meet the specific needs of patients with this disease.

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Alzheimer’s Care Directory Alzheimer’s care is provided at different levels, from assisted living to the skilled care of nursing/rehab. Some facilities accept Alzheimer’s patients into their general care, and others have separate units designed to meet the specific needs of patients with this disease.

Born to be a Lighthouse BY BOB MUELLER

I’ve always loved visiting lighthouses. Thousands of lives have been saved on ships that would otherwise have foundered on hidden reefs because of the gleams from lighthouses. I’ve seen lighthouses all along the East Coast and on the Great Lakes. My favorite lighthouse is the Kilauea Lighthouse on the north shore of Kauai, Hawaii, where the views are incredible and where wildlife seek sanctuary. I believe we all are born to be lighthouses. Imagine a vertical axis running through the center of your heart, from your deepest roots to your highest aspirations. That’s your lighthouse. It anchors you in the world and frees you from having to change directions every time the weather shifts. The light shining from this lighthouse represents who

“. . . your lighthouse. It anchors you in the world and frees you from having to change directions every time the weather shifts.” you are when nobody else is looking. This light was meant to keep shining, no matter how dark or stormy it gets outside. Don’t let anyone ever dim your light. Also, remember to look for the light inside others. If at first you can’t see it, look deeper. It’s there.

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We all have inherent qualities that anchor us in the world and enable us to shine. To live in that way, we must clarify our own values and understand those of others. It’s one thing to be alive. It’s something else altogether to live and work according to who you are, deep down.

People won’t put their hearts into something they don’t believe in. They might put their intellect into it, but not their hearts. When our individual values don’t fit with the life we’re leading or the direction we’re moving, we withhold our best and feel empty or stressed. We may soon be likened to a weathervane, going whichever way the wind blows. What are the values that best describe or define who you are and what you stand for? Choose any word or phrase to describe each value. Jot them down. Think of who you are, how deep your roots go, and how high your aspirations extend. What words first come to your mind and heart? What words would you want others to think of when they think of you? continued on page 58

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Assisted Living Directory Assisted living offers minimal assistance in care, such as providing meals, helping with baths, and offering reminders to take medications. While some residents drive, scheduled transportation may be provided. Daily activities are organized, and there is around-the-clock supervision. No health care is provided, and these facilities are not licensed, but certification is required.

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Home Health Directory Home Health Care refers to care provided in a person’s home. Medical Home Health Care is a licensed level of care that provides nursing care and personal care. (These agencies also provide non-medical care.) Non-medical Home Health Care agencies in Kentucky must be certified. Agencies in Indiana must be licensed. They can assist with the self-administration of medications or treatments, provide limited personal care, serve as companions who prepare light meals and tidy homes, and may offer transportation or errand services.

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I officiated at a funeral for a woman a couple of years ago who knew her values well. She asked me to include in my remarks at her funeral her four values: truth, passion, humor, and grace. She included these four words of value on her tombstone and proclaimed to the world who she was. Clarity of individual values is the gateway to commitment and initiative. If you chose words that describe you as you are now, then a voice in you will probably say, “Yes, but you could be more.” If you select words that are aspirational (that represent more of what you wish to be than what you are today) a voice inside you will likely say, “Yes, but you will have to work hard to 58 todaystransitionsnow.com | Winter 2014-2015

“. . .have others create a list of what they believe your distinguishing values are. You may be surprised by what they say. . .” begin living these words.” A useful variation on this exercise is to have others create a list of what they believe your distinguishing values are. You may be surprised by what they say — that is, by what your actions show are the things that really matter to you. Use this as a starting point for further explanation and discussion about what

actually matters most to each of you. Then go out of your way to respect each other accordingly. Keep demonstrating what you value. Show it in what you do and how you treat people. Lower the façade. Be more open and clear in inviting others to better understand what matters the most to you, at work and in life. Let them see you step up to new challenges and call upon your own values during tough times. Let everyone see your light, and let them know that you see theirs. Bob Mueller is vice president of development at Hosparus. Visit his website at www.bobmueller.org.

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Home Health Directory Home Health Care refers to care provided in a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home. Medical Home Health Care is a licensed level of care that provides nursing care and personal care. (These agencies also provide non-medical care.) Non-medical Home Health Care agencies in Kentucky must be certified. Agencies in Indiana must be licensed. They can assist with the self-administration of medications or treatments, provide limited personal care, serve as companions who prepare light meals and tidy homes, and may offer transportation or errand services.

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Nursing/Rehab Directory Nursing homes are facilities that provide beds for around-the-clock intermediate, skilled, and/or rehabilitative care.

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Nursing/Rehab Directory Nursing homes are facilities that provide beds for around-the-clock intermediate, skilled, and/or rehabilitative care.

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Nursing/Rehab Directory Nursing homes are facilities that provide beds for around-the-clock intermediate, skilled, and/or rehabilitative care.

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Nursing/Rehab Directory Nursing homes are facilities that provide beds for around-the-clock intermediate, skilled, and/or rehabilitative care.

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Personal Care Directory Personal Care offers residents minimal assistance for bathing, grooming, toileting, and dressing. The resident must be able to move around (even if in a wheelchair or scooter). Some health care is provided and medications are given. These facilities are licensed.

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Retirement Communities Directory Retirement communities are for those who are totally independent. Special services are provided, such as meals in a central dining area. Most people drive, but some transportation is usually offered. These communities offer no health care services and are not required to be licensed or certified.

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“Aging has a wonderful beauty and we should have respect for that.”

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— EARTHA KITT

– THIS IS AN ADVERTISEMENT –

SENIOR MOVING SERVICES

Staging Your Next Move

Helpful Resources If you would like to advertise in the Helpful Resources Directory, call 502.327.8855 or email advertising@todayspublications.com.

DOWNSIZING MOVING ESTATE CLEAN-OUT

Our team helps eliminate hassle and stress. • Home staging for faster sale • De-cluttering, sorting and organizing • Unpacking and arranging of new space We help with ALL your moving tasks. 10% Savings With This Ad

Lynn Medeiros 502.523.8889 LynnM@StagingYourNextMove.com Kathi Jaggers 502.773.3824 KathiJ@StagingYourNextMove.com StagingYourNextMove.com

ADULT DAY CARE

Fern Creek/Highview United Ministries Adult Day Health Center Providing a structured program balancing physical & cognitive activities designed to help frail older adults function at their highest levels. State licensed medical model providing nursing services, medication administration, personal care, memory care, meals, & caregiver respite for over 24 years. Medicaid Waiver, VA, LTCI, & Private Pay.

9300 Beulah Church Rd. 40291 502.762.9612 • adcdir@fchum.org fchum.org

FREE HOUSING ADVOCATE

Senior Home Transitions After hospitalization and/or rehab, what’s next for your loved one? Having personally gone through the process of placing a loved one after rehab, I know how confusing the options can be. Particularly if you only have a short time to find that new home! I have personally visited each community and will help you find the perfect new home based on your financial situation and personal needs. I can also help connect you with resources to help financially.

All at NO COST to you! Patti Naiser SeniorHomeTransitions.com 502.396.9228

INSURANCE

Robin Brown, 21 years with State Farm,

says she likes to help people plan a good life:“We help people protect the things they can least afford to lose: their home, their car, their income when they’re sick or hurt, and their earning capability. The unexpected happens often in life. I want my clients to be prepared for it. We’re also here to help clients assemble and preserve wealth in the most tax efficient ways possible. We educate clients to help them take care of the people who are special to them and to plan for retirement.” Let Robin help you plan for your dreams and manage risk to protect what is yours now and in the future.

Robin Brown, CLU, ChFC, CASL Agent State Farm 4209 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40207 502.897.6476 • robinbrowninsurance.com

LAW

Timmel Law LLC – KY & IN lic. ELDER PLANNING WORKSHOPS & CONSULTATIONS NO CHARGE MEDICAID & VA BENEFIT Helping individuals and their families including those with elder or special needs issues identify, evaluate and plan for long term care, estate and life care options. Call or email to join us for a workshop where you can learn about Estate Planning and protecting your loved ones’ assets.

Timmel Law, LLC 812.590.2771 aa@timmellaw.com timmellaw.com

SENIOR MOVING SERVICES

Transitioning Services We provide help to senior adults who have decided to relocate to a new home, “rightsize”an existing home or simply organize parts of their home that have been neglected. Pick and choose from our Service Options: -Personalized move by caring professionals -Recommendations for the best living situation, downsizing or relocation -Packing, moving, transferring utilities -Professional real estate services -Unpacking and settling in We are with you every step of the way! Call to schedule a complimentary visit to assess your needs and get you started.

Linda Hyers, RN: 502.558.5322 Kay Barringer: 502.643.9286 transitioningservices.com

TRANSPORTATION

Able Care, Inc. Providing non-emergency, ambulatory and wheelchair accessible transportation in Louisville, Kentucky since 2001; the door through door service is available for physician appointments, medical procedures, therapy, dialysis, radiation, and chemotherapy; as well as social functions and daily errands. Evenings and weekends with advance notice. Caregivers or family members are welcome to ride at no additional charge. Pre-paid voucher packages are available. Payment is requested at the time of service. BBB Accredited Business.

P. O. Box 99381 Louisville, Kentucky 40269-0381 502.267.1911 • FAX: 502.267.3004 ablecareinc.com

It’s Your Style

BY TIFFANY WHITE / PHOTO MELISSA DONALD / MAKEUP DENISE CARDWELL, BLADES SALON & SPA

Fitting Frames Eye-opening frames to fit the shape of your face and rules from the experts on choosing the best pair

Gladys Barclay

Robin Ritter

Nancy Morris

Face Shape: Round

Face shape: Oval

Face Shape: Square

What worked: When helping patients choose frames, Brian Neff, optician and office manager at Gaddie Eye Centers, considers which types of colors will work best for them, then he focuses on their face shape. For Gladys, he chose angular frames with a softer edge to compliment her features. Cat-eye frames, he says, are ideal for her because they accentuate the brows and lift her facial features. Frames that extend straight across the top, Brian says, are not as flattering if they sit low on the face because they can give the illusion of a unibrow.

What worked: People who have oval faces can wear any style of frames, says Chris Franklin, optician at U of L Physicians — Eye Specialists. These frames, he says, were a good choice for Robin because of their rectangular design and soft corners, which were perfect for her small face. When choosing frames for his patients, Chris says fit is another important part of their overall appearance. “You want to make sure there is enough clearance between the head and the temple,” he says. Frames that are too narrow will cause indentations on the person’s temples.

What worked: Mary Chandler, director of retail sales at Korrect Optical, chose frames for Nancy that had earpieces mounted toward the top of the lens shape to soften the squareness of her face. The frames have a slight curve over the bridge that compliments her brow lines, Mary says. Mary also suggests that people with square faces not choose frames with a rectangular or square shape. “It boxes in their face. A little bit of curve on the frames makes a difference.”

Gladys is wearing: Tiffany & Co. $319 available at Gaddie Eye Centers, 7635 Shelbyville Road, 502.423.8500

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Robin is wearing: Kate Spade, $229 available at U of L Physicians — Eye Specialists, 301 E. Muhammad Ali Blvd.

Nancy is wearing: Versace $225; available at Korrect Optical, 4036 Dutchmans Lane 502.895.2020

Go to TodaysTransitionsNow.com for more tips from the experts.