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By Eskaton “The secret to a happy life is people.”

Michael Catino, born on January 22, 1920, in New York, attributes his longevity to living a happy life and having a healthy social life. Mike is the grandson of Italian immigrants and is 99 years old. His passions in life are family, friends and baseball.

Mike picked up his first baseball bat at Sonoma Grammar School, in Sonoma, CA. His position was covering second base. He also played while studying at Santa Rosa Junior College where he met his most influential coach. Coach Syfer taught him the importance of staying alert and planning his next move. Coach Syfer instilled more wisdom about baseball in that one semester than Mike had learned in his entire baseball career.

After his first semester, his academics and college baseball journey were put on hold. He was drafted to serve in World War II. He became a Technical Sergeant for the Army Corps of Engineers but was determined to keep playing baseball even on the battlefield.

He and his crew created a baseball field in the middle of the South Pacific. On Sunday mornings they would

go to church and afterwards play baseball. The sport brought him and the other soldiers a sense of peace and joy even amongst the chaos of war.

His most influential game was on the eve of the invasion into Dutch New Guinea. Mike credits his bravery and mental strength during the invasion the following day to the baseball game he played the night prior. He was later awarded the Bronze Star for his achievement and bravery on the battlefield to liberate New Guinea from Japan.

After the war, Mike completed college, went on to become a civil engineer and marry his wife Lois. Mike was later appointed as the Regional Director for the Bureau of Reclamation Builders of the Central Valley Project. Mike’s legacy includes his four children, five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He taught his family the value of the hard work that he learned on the baseball field.

Sports continue to be an integral part of Mike’s life. He is an avid baseball fan, and he continues to play golf at least a few times a month. As a Bay Area native Mike’s favorite baseball team is the San Francisco Giants. He keeps a close eye on the up-and-comsee BASEBALL page 3

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ing athletes on the Sacramento River Cats, since they are now Triple-A affiliate for the Giants. He loves going to Raley Field. When Mike steps into the Raley Field Stadium the nostalgia of going to a game comes flooding back. He reminisces about the feelings and simple joy that comes with sitting in the stands drinking a beer and eating a hot dog. The wisdom of CoachSyfer replays in his ears. He taught Mike to learn from watching. Mike says, “There is nothing like watching baseball.”

Mike’s secret to a life well lived is staying healthy and not doing anything that is bad for your health. “Do everything the doctor tells you to do” - Mike says. He continues to be an active member of the golf community and is a longtime member of the Northern California Golfers Association and the Sons in Retirement Club #23.

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Breast Cancer Survivor Puts Chemo to the Test (BPT) - As a commercial airline pilot with nearly 30 years of experience, Diane Sandoval, age 50, is no stranger to making difficult decisions. However, she faced one of her toughest challenges not in the skies, but when she discovered a small lump in her left breast during a self-examination. Her worst fear was confirmed after a visit to her doctor when she was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.

Following an inconclusive mammogram and ultrasound, Diane learned she had several small tumors. She underwent a mastectomy to remove the tumors followed by breast reconstruction, ultimately putting her piloting career on pause.

The next big question was whether Diane should receive chemotherapy or not, so her physician recommended a genomic test - the Oncotype DX Breast Recurrence Score test. This tool has been proven to determine whether chemotherapy will be beneficial for individuals recently diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer.

The test provides a personalized score based on the biology of the patient’s tumor that can help tailor treatment decisions for their individual cancer. Recent results from the largest breast cancer study ever conducted, called TAILORx, confirmed that the test clearly identified the 70 percent of women with earlystage breast cancer who receive no benefit from chemotherapy, as well as the remaining 30 percent of women for whom chemotherapy can be life-saving.

Diane is one of the nearly 1 million women who has put chemotherapy to the test with this genomic test. Her Recurrence Score result was 13, which confirmed that her risk of experiencing a breast cancer recurrence was low and she would not benefit from chemotherapy. As a result, Diane felt confident that she could forgo chemotherapy and its associated harsh side effects. Subsequently, she was able to resume her career as a pilot and her active lifestyle.

She recently joined a campaign called “Put Chemo to the Test” to raise awareness of the Oncotype DX test and encourage women recently diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer to ask their doctor to order it before finalizing their treatment plan.

“I hope to help women with earlystage breast cancer better understand their treatment options by raising awareness of this test and how it can determine

whether they are part of the majority of patients who may be spared chemotherapy and its well-known side effects or are among the important minority of patients who could receive life-saving benefit from chemotherapy,” said Diane. She recommends that women newly diagnosed with breast cancer, or anyone with a friend or family member facing a breast cancer diagnosis, check out ChemoYesorNo.org to learn more about her story and obtain patient-friendly resources to determine if the test can help guide their treatment decision.

Like Diane, one in eight U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer in their lifetime. The treatment of invasive breast cancer should be personalized because what is best for one woman may not be right for another. If you have breast cancer, it’s important to take an active role in your health by learning about your available treatment options. An ongoing, collaborative discussion with your doctor is key in determining what treatment option best fits your individual needs. Below are a few questions to ask your doctor: * What stage is my breast cancer and what are the chances of my cancer recurring (coming back) after surgery? * Can you order the Oncotype DX test to determine if I will benefit from chemotherapy? * What are my treatment options?

What do you suggest for me and why? * What are the benefits of each treatment option? What are the drawbacks/ side effects of each one?

Breast cancer patients and caregivers can visit ChemoYesorNo.org to download the full physician discussion guide and learn more about the test.

“I want women who were recently diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer to know that there is no one-sizefits-all treatment approach,” said Diane. “The test gave me the confidence I needed to forgo chemotherapy, which has allowed me to continue to enjoy my life with my husband. Ask your doctor to order this genomic test before finalizing your treatment plan.”

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SATURDAY September 7, 2019 INTERNATIONAL FOOD BOOTHS Gray hair is a natural side effect of aging. The rate at which hair will turn to gray differs based on genetics and other factors. Some people may go gray seemingly overnight, while others may gray at the temples first before the rest of their hair gradually changes color.

Aging women often wonder if they should cover up their gray hair or embrace the silver. Going gray is no longer something that has women running to their stylists at the sight of the first gray strand. Some actually opt for silver even before their own gray sets in. According to a 2017 survey of hair trends by L’Oréal Professional, 28 percent of women embraced or considered opting for silver hair. The trend has continued to gain steam. Celebrities like Jamie Lee Curtis and Helen Mirren were some of the first to embrace their grays. Younger celebrities like Kendall Jenner, Pink and Lady Gaga have opted for silver tresses to make a statement.

But there are still many women who prefer to transition gradual-

ly or avoid the harsh chemicals in some hair products. The National Cancer Institute states that more than 5,000 different chemicals are used in hair dye products, some of which are reported to be carcinogenic in animals. There are many natural ingredients that can add tint to hair to make gray less visible. Coffee, for example, can cover grays and add dimension to dark tresses. Chamomile tea is recommended for blonds to add natural highlights and perhaps camouflage their grays. Calendula, marigold, rosehips, and hibiscus can deepen red shades or add some subtle red highlights. Henna also is a popular natural method to add a red-orange color to hair. Creating highlights to offset gray hair can work as well. Spraying lemon juice on hair and sitting in the sun can produce lightening effects.

Many women are seeking natural options to look their best. Embracing grays or creating subtle tints with natural ingredients can help women feel confident and beautiful.

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Greener Cities Crop Up, Starting in California It’s not easy being green these days — especially when you share space with more than 3 million people. And yet, one Southern California company is making it its business to do just that.

BP Gardens, a subsidiary of GreenGro Technologies (OTC: GNRH), an Anaheim-based eco-friendly technology company, is taking local farming in a crowded urban environment to a whole new level by designing vertical gardens. Its hope, says CEO James Haas, is to provide communities, restaurants, and grocers with locally grown, pesticide-free fruits and vegetables.

BP Gardens began as a seed of an idea from Haas, who says, the thought was to use as little water and energy as possible, while still yielding fresh produce and herbs for customers.

According to Haas, there will be two separate locations and growing methods. BP Gardens Buena Park currently sits on 4.5 acres in Anaheim, California, and features a 50,000-seat full hydroponic grow system, while its sis-

ter company, BP Lincoln Gardens in northern California, employs zerowaste, 80 percent water-saving aquaponics solution with a 40,000-seat capacity.

“With California consistently facing severe droughts, these systems will help change the way we grow [food], modernizing its processes to become more sustainable for the future,” says Haas.

The Buena Park location has currently completed its construction and has planted its first crops, which is ideal for leafy greens, while Lincoln is in the process of installing floating race-ways and introducing fish in preparation for its first crops.

This location will focus on the growth of heavy greens and Sacramento Perch for its customer base.

Between the two locations, Haas said he anticipates growing 45,000 heads of lettuce a month.

In addition to finding a way to combine technology and food production, while reducing the company’s own carbon footprint, Haas has also stumbled on a niche market in the medical marijuana industry. While GreenGro does not participate in the sale of medical marijuana, Haas said GreenGro’s equipment and advanced hydroponic systems benefit that industry as well.

Although Haas estimates that about 60 percent of his customers buy his gardening equipment to grow medical marijuana, he says he remains focused on his BP Gardens projects, and isn’t content to stop with the California market, but believes he can take his idea worldwide.

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Footballer Jerry Rice Makes Big Play For Kidney Health (NAPS)—Fans might think Jerry Rice, at 56, should be satisfied to sail silently into the sunset reflecting on his Pro Football Hall of Fame status, three Super Bowl rings, and two decades in the National Football League.

Indeed, the iconic wide receiver retired his professional cleats years ago.

Yet, he still uses his youthful, seemingly boundless energy to keep carrying the ball for the cause closest to his heart: tackling chronic kidney disease (CKD). “My brother Tom has CKD,” Rice said. “I’ve watched him go to dialysis three days a week for years, which is really hard on the body. He’s a very positive individual. Still, sometimes I spend the long hours that he endures just sitting by his side. It was my brother, after all, who loved, encouraged and pushed me early on by telling me that I had to make it to the NFL.” Getting The Word Out To that end, in a new PSA series for the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) to be broadcast nationwide, Rice focuses on promoting kidney health and raising awareness of kidney disease. The NKF is the largest, most comprehensive and long-standing organization dedicated to the awareness, prevention and treatment of kidney disease.

Given Rice’s genuine concern about and personal connection to the disease, NKF enlisted the widely beloved sports legend to help to speak to the general public as well as kidney patients. He already has lots of practice doing so up close and personally whenever he joins his brother at a neighborhood dialysis center in Jackson, Miss.

“I’d go there to mainly be with my brother, of course, but I always walk around the room to say hello and socialize with the other dialysis patients,” Rice said. “You don’t realize it until you see for yourself in centers that there are lots of people on dialysis. It puts everything in perspective whenever I start complaining. When I visit the dialysis center, people often know who I am and are happy to see me, and if I can bring a smile to some faces and make them forget even for a second, that warms my heart. That’s how I felt playing football, seeing

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Learn More Rice is also part of NKF’s continuFor further information about kiding and growing Heart Your Kidneys ney disease and how to tell whether (#HeartYourKidneys) public campaign to help elevate awareness of the kidneys to the status of other vital organs such as the heart. He is amazed that most people know very little about their kidneys and that some don’t know the kidneys are located in the lower back below the rib cage—or that each person has two. Rice hopes his new PSAs with NKF will help change that.

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Health screenings men should discuss with their physicians Routine doctor visits are a vital component of a healthy lifestyle.

As noted by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, even men who feel healthy and live active lifestyles must make routine visits to their healthcare providers. Such visits can assess risk for future medical problems and offer men the opportunity to update vaccinations. Routine health checkups also give doctors a chance to screen for medical issues.

Doctors consider a man’s age and other risk factors to determine when and how frequently he will need certain medical screenings. For example, while men between the ages of 40 and 64 are often advised to get blood pressure screenings at least once per year, those with diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems, and other conditions may need more frequent screenings.

No two men have the same medical histories, which only highlights the need for men of all ages to schedule annual physical exams with their physicians. Such exams can reveal potential problems and also make for great opportunities to discuss more specific medical screenings with their physicians.

The following are some general screening tests and guidelines recommended for all men between the ages of 40 and 64, courtesy of the USNLM.

Prostate cancer The USNLM notes that most men age 50 or older should discuss screening for prostate cancer with their physicians. Ethnicity and family history are some of the recognized risk factors for prostate cancer. As a result, African American men and men with a family history of prostate cancer in a first degree relative younger than 65 should discuss screenings beginning at age 45.

There are pros and cons to prostate cancer screenings, and these should be part of men’s discussions with their physicians.

Colorectal cancer All men between the ages of 50 and 75 should be screened for colorectal cancer. Physicians may recommend colorectal screening for men under age 50 with a family history of colon cancer or polyps. In addition, physicians may consider screenings for men under 50 who have a history of inflammatory bowel disease.

Cholesterol The USNLM advises men to have their cholesterol levels checked every five years. Men with certain conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease, may need to be checked more often.

Diabetes Diabetes screenings are recommended every three years for men age 45 and older. Men who are overweight and younger than 45 should ask their physicians if they should be screened before they reach 45.

Osteoporosis Women are more likely to develop osteoporosis than men, but that doesn’t mean men are immune to this condition marked by a weakening of the bones due to tissue loss. Fractures after age 50, heavy alcohol use, smoking, and low body weight are some risk factors that can make men vulnerable to osteoporosis.

Health screenings can catch diseases and other conditions in their early stages when they’re most treatable. Such screenings should be a vital part of men’s health routines.

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How Older Americans Can Benefit From Chiropractic Care (NewsUSA) – It’s not just you.

As a nation, America is getting older – with another 10,000 Boomers turning 65 every day. And whether you like to admit it or not – and who does? – odds are you’re probably already experiencing at least some of the same nagging health issues you once thought only happened to your parents.What’s also likely, assuming you’re one of the nation’s 100 million chronic pain sufferers, is that you’re seeking a safer alternative to opioids after being scared off by news headlines of people becoming addicted and even dying from them. Read on to see if drugfree chiropractic care may be right for what ails you.* Back and neck pain. It’s the primary reason older Americans visit doctors of chiropractic every year. And as Dr. Phillip Pizzo of Stanford University’s School of Medicine has said, “We see that for many patients, chronic pain becomes a disease in its own right.�Blame the aging process itself for why even the most active seniors – weekend athletes, say – aren’t immune from such pain: Our

muscles, spinal discs, facet joints and ligaments simply become less hydrated, weaker, and less able to withstand normal stresses. Doctors of chiropractic, who are highly educated and trained in the structure and function of the human body, can help provide relief through hands-on techniques that enhance flexibility, muscle strength, and range of motion.* Osteoarthritic pain and dysfunction. Knees or hips acting up? As with back and neck pain, doctors of chiropractic can also outline a program of exercise – monitoring your progress along the way – aimed at rehabilitating and strengthening specific muscle groups.* Overall wellness.

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CBD oil and arthritis Health-conscious consumers have no doubt encountered advertisements for CBD oil at some point in recent memory. Supplement stores, pharmacies and even gyms may promote CBD oil, prompting consumers to wonder just what CBD is and how it may or may not play a role in the treatment of certain conditions, including arthritis.

According to the Arthritis FoundationŽ, two kinds of the cannabis sativa plant, hemp and marijuana, produce cannabinoids, which Harvard Medical School notes is the second most prevalent of the active ingredients of cannabis. People unfamiliar with cannabidiol, or CBD, a type of cannabinoid, may assume it gets users high like marijuana. However, CBD doesn’t get users high, as another cannabinoid, a psychoactive part of the marijuana plant known as THC, is responsible for that effect.

Advocates for CBD often note its potential to alleviate pain associated with arthritis. While animal studies have supported those claims, the Arthritis Foundation notes that such studies do not always translate to humans. In addition, the Arthritis Foundation notes that, thus far, human studies examining the potential efficacy of CBD in treating arthritis pain have produced mixed results, and the Harvard Medical School notes that more studies are necessary to determine the potential of CBD in treating pain, including that caused by arthritis.

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At Revere Court Memory Care we understand that dementia affects whole families.

Each person with memory loss, and his or her family, experience different challenges and needs, which vary at different times during their journey. Revere Court Memory Care is a state-of-the-art community providing quality of life to persons with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, and to their family who care for them. We also understand the importance of education and support for those who have a loved one with memory loss, this is why we offer a full spectrum of workshops, seminars & support groups on a weekly and monthly basis. Please RSVP.

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Thursday, September 19th 6-8 P.M.

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“Real Self Care for Caregivers” 6 month Workshop Series Tuesday, August 20th from 2-4pm

Tiffany Paige-Ramirez, The Hummingbird Project.

Caring for someone you love is an opportunity for profound personal growth, self-care and compassion. It is a physical, emotional, energetic/spiritual and relational experience. Making decisions, learning the ropes and maintaining optimum health in the midst of ever-changing circumstances is challenging to everyone. You are not alone. Whether your family member is living with you, in skilled care or across the country, the caregiving experience is real. Real Life Caregiving is designed to meet once a month for five consecutive months to explore all facets of self-care while caring for someone you love. Each month we will explore a different topic that pertains to the ‘care and feeding’ of a caregiver.

Several topics will be covered each month with time to practice at home before returning the following month. Appetizers will be served, RSVP Required.

KARAOKE to End Alzheimer’s Friday August 23rd 4:00-8:00 PM

Pine Cove, 509 29th St, Sacramento sponsored by Revere Court Memory Care No Host Drinks

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The Ultimate in personal Organization” Thursday, August 29th 5:30-6:30 Lisa Brys, professional organizer and owner of Time Works Professional Organizing If the average person were to become incapacitated or die tomorrow, would most family and friends know how to help carry on with the details of an interrupted life until recovery? Or, if necessary, would these same family and friends know how to implement any final wishes?

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3 strategies to beat the summer heat The dog days of summer can be challenging. As the mercury rises to potentially unhealthy heights, spending time outdoors can become less comfortable and even dangerous.

Finding ways to beat the summer heat can help people avoid injury and illness and ensure they still get to enjoy their summers. The following are three ways to beat the summer heat, though it’s important that seniors, pregnant women, parents of young children, and anyone with a preexisting health condition speak with their physicians about the precautions they should take before going outside on hot days.

1. Change your exercise routine, if necessary. Summer is a great time to exercise outdoors. However, it’s important that people who are used to working out in midday change their outdoor exercise routines on hot days. Members of the Miami-based Bikila Athletic Club provide a list of

tips to new members who may be unaccustomed to the Florida heat and humidity. One of those tips recommends training early in the morning before the sun gets too high. During the dog days of summer, early morning temperatures tend to be more mild than midday temperatures.

That can reduce athletes’ risk of injury or illness, though it’s still important to avoid exercising in especially hot temperatures regardless of the time of day.

2. Practice passive cooling at night.

Nightflushing is a passive cooling technique that involves opening the windows in a home at night. Doing so can make indoor areas healthier and more comfortable for a home’s inhabitants during the dog days of summer. HVAC systems keep homes cool in summer, but over time hot and stale air can accumulate inside a home. If that air is not removed, a home can feel stuffy and airborne

pollutants like carbon dioxide can reach potentially unhealthy levels. By opening their windows at night, homeowners can let that stale, potentially unhealthy air out and let the cool air of summer evenings in.

3. Stay hydrated. It’s easy to become dehydrated at any time of year, but especially so during the dog days of summer. The U.S. National Library of Medicine notes that the human body needs an average of three quarts of water per day on a normal day. However, conditions on mid- to late-summer days make it necessary for many people to consume more water than that, especially if they plan to spend time outdoors. On hot days, make sure you’re taking in more fluids than you’re losing. Take water with you when going outside, and be sure to rehydrate with more water when going back indoors.

Summer heat can be a formidable opponent, but it can be overcome in various ways.

Games that can challenge the brain Games are as popular as ever. For evidence of that, one need look no further than his or her own smartphone. The number of hours people spend playing games on their smartphones might surprise even the most ardent players.

According to the mobile research firm Apptopia, between May and July of 2018, mobile users spent a whopping 3.38 billion hours playing the wildly popular strategy game “Clash of Clans,” making it the most popular smartphone game in the world during that time period.

Games might be seen as a way to unwind, but some games can potentially do more than merely provide a way to escape the daily grind. Brain teasers, riddles and crossword puzzles are just some of the types of games that can help people engage and challenge their brains while still providing a bit of escapism.

A Healthier Michigan, which is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield Michigan and aims to help locals adopt healthier lifestyles, notes that the fol-

lowing exercises, games and platforms can help men and women challenge their brains in unique ways.

• BrainHQ: According to Posit Science, which created the system, BrainHQ (www.aarp.brainhq.com) is a system of training the brain that was developed by neuroscientists and other brain experts. The BrainHQ platform includes various brain training exercises with hundreds of levels that can help people improve their brain function, including memory and retention.

• Writing in the Stars: Similar to a crossword puzzle, this game provides a list of nine words to users, who must then find the six words that connect to from a six-point star before they can move on the next level. Available at www.happy-neuron.com, Writing in the Stars aims to help users improve their logical reasoning.

• Private Eye: With a goal of helping users improve their focused attention and concentration, Private Eye (www. happy-neuron.com) asks players to pe-

ruse a grid full of intricate layers and symbols in an effort to find the item that does not belong.

• Braingle: With more than 200,000 members, Braingle (www.braingle. com) is a popular online community where users can go to access brain teasers, trivia quizzes, IQ tests, and more.

Users even rank the games, allowing

novices to find games that might help them hone certain skills or ease their way into challenging their brains with games.

Millions of people across the globe play games every day. Though players often play games to have fun, they might be helping their brains without even knowing it.

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Calliope Quintet Musicians Sincere thanks to the Quintet for performing in over 25 Assisted Living Facilities/Skilled Nursing Facilities this July in Northern California.

Miguel Misa - Viola Kayla Quijano - Cello Olivia Giner - Violin Ciya Clyde - Violin Alyssa D’Anduono - Bass Graduates from the Las Vegas Academy of the Performing Arts

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Patients with incurable medical conditions and less than six months of life expectancy can benefit from hospice and palliative care services provided by a compassionate team of health care professionals who support all areas of wellbeing: the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual aspects of a patient’s care. Hospice and palliative care services focus on quality of life during that moment, managing pain and symptom relief rather than curative treatments.

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Calliope Quintet performed at 26 Assisted living Facilities in the Sacramento Region

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By ACC Senior Living

The Calliope Quintet from the University of Las Vegas in Nevada treated ACC to a free concert on July 31. This coincided with ACC's Hot Dog Day, making the concert going experience complete.

The young musicians performed everything from Bach's "Air on the G String" to Sousa's "Washington Post March" to more modern pieces like "Cinema Pardiso" by Ennio Morricone.

The group is comprised of Oliva Giner (violin), Ciya Clyde (vio-

lin), Miguel Misav (viola), Kayla Quijano (cello), and Alyssa D'anduano (bass).

The Honorable Rick Jennings dropped a morning appointment to attend the concert and say a few words.

We would like to thank Linda Revilla and Absolute Compassion Hospice & Palliative Care for organizing and sponsoring this great performance at ACC. If you would like to help us start a fund to make more concerts like this available to seniors, contact Ted Fong at tfong@ accsv.org.

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Located here, within the Pocket-Greenhaven area of Sacramento, The Meadows at Country Place is a clean and modern assisted living care center. Our compassionate and dedicated team is committed to lovingly providing the highest quality personalized care for your loved one.

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