Woodford County

184 Beasley Drive

Versailles, KY 40383-8992

(859) 873-4601

http://woodford.ca.uky.edu

Sincerely,

M. Elizabeth Creed County Extension Agent Family & Consumer Sciences elizabeth.creed@uky.edu

You can view this newsletter & find a variety of other information & upcoming events on our county website.

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Suicide Prevention Month

September 2016 is also known as National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month which helps promote resources and awareness around the issues of suicide prevention, how you can help others and how to talk about suicide without increasing the risk of harm. Suicidal thoughts can affect anyone regardless of age, gender or background. Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people and is often the result of mental health conditions that effect people when they are most vulnerable. Suicidal thoughts and suicide occur too frequently but should not be considered common and can indicate more serious issues. In many cases the individuals, friends and families affected by suicide are left in dark, feeling shame or stigma that prevents talking openly about issues dealing with suicide.

If you’re in crisis or experiencing difficult or sucidal thoughts: National Suicide Hotline 1-800-273 -TALK (8255)

If you’re looking for more information, referrals or support: NAMI HelpLine 800-950-NAMI (6264)

If you or someone you know is in an emergency, call The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or call 911 immediately.

See more at: http://www.nami.org/Get-Involved/Awareness-Events/Suicide-Prevention-Awareness-Month#sthash.BdgykJ3G.dpuf

September/October 2016 FCS Newsletter

Start a Green Routine

Save water. Shorten your shower by

two minutes. Re-wear clothes when

possible. Don’t use your toilet as

a wastebasket.

Conserve energy. Unplug small electronics when not in use. Take advantage of a heated dryer; do two

or more loads in a row. Drive sensibly to improve your gas mileage.

Speeding, rapid acceleration and hard breaking can lower your highway gas mileage by 33% and city mileage by 5%.

Avoid needless vehicle idling. If you plan to be parked for longer than 10 seconds turn off your engine. However, remember to never leave children or pets alone in a vehicle.

Reduce waste. Compost food scraps. Use reusable cups, plates and utensils. Use travel mugs instead of disposable

coffee cups. Avoid eating out. Eating out, especially fast

food, can create a lot of waste from packaging.

Source: Ashley Osborne, Extension Associate for Environmental and Natural Resource Issues, University of Kentucky, College of Agriculture

Mediterranean Lifestyle August 26 @ 11:30 am

The Mediterranean Lifestyle has been studied and due to its positive and healthy aspects of living and eating. This unique lifestyle Includes a diet rich in fresh foods, whole grains, seafood, and healthy fats as well as being physically active and focusing on healthy, positive relationships. This program will explore the benefits about this lifestyle and how you can make positive changes in your quality of life. Please call the Extension Office to register.

Instructor: Alethea Price, Boyle County Extension Agent for FCS

Creative Stitchery: Beginning Embroidery

September 22 @ 6:00pm This program is designed to teach participants a creative heritage skill by developing fine motor skills, manual dexterity, encouraging interactive social relationships, and creating an appreciation of the historical significance of embroidery. Participants will receive an overview of the curriculum, learn a brief history of embroidery, make a sample of basic embroidery stitches, plus discuss other basic embroidery tips and tools. Come, learn the art of decorating fabric with a needle and thread. Instructor: Mary Hixson, Garrard County Extension Agent for FCS

Know the 10 Signs: Early Detection Matters

October 26 @ 10:30am

The human brain ages just like the rest of the body. Slower thinking and occasional memory loss often accompany aging. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, memory loss that disrupts daily life however can be a symptom of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Learn about the ten warning signs and symptoms that can help alert individuals to early detection. Instructor: Joan Martin, Anderson County Extension Agent for Family & Consumer Sciences

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Learn With Us These programs serve as the Homemaker Leader Lessons, but anyone is invited to attend!

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During the state meeting, KEHA announced a new 6 membership campaign. Each county is challenged to increase membership by 3 members each year for the next 3 years. The goal is a NET gain of 3

members each year, so any loss in membership will need to be recovered through new members AND your membership should INCREASE by at least 3 members. KEHA will keep score for the next three years, and celebrate membership champions. Here’s how: Any county increasing membership by at least 3

will be recognized at the KEHA State Meeting each year. The challenge is to increase membership by at least 3 in 2016, 2017 and 2018.

Any county that achieves 3 for 3 - makes the goal

of a net gain of at least 3 members in 2016, 2017 and 2018 - will be entered in a drawing for a $500 prize to be awarded at the 2019 KEHA State Meeting.

Ms. E. Go and Ms. Way to Go will continue. The county with the greatest increase in members (by percentage) each year will receive Ms. E. Go (pictured on the left) and $300. The county with the greatest increase in members (number of members) each year will receive Ms. Way to Go (pictured on the right) and $300.

3 for 3 Membership Campaign

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Food Pantry

The Homemaker Council continues to support the Food Pantry Project. The new facility is located at the Woodford County Park, 20 Field of Dreams Road.

Hours are: Mondays - 5:00 - 7:00 pm Thursdays - 1:00 - 4:00 pm

Items may be left in the Kroger or Save-A-Lot barrels in the store where you shop or you may drop them off at the new facility. Contact Sharon Hardin, 873-5525 or cell, 421-1217, if you need to make special arrangements for delivery or pickup.

The following items are needed: pork-n-beans, dried pasta (any type), dried beans (1 pound bags), canned potatoes, canned tomatoes, canned fruit, spaghetti sauce, & chicken noodle soup.

Monetary donations are always appreciated. Thank you for your continued support!

Club Donations: September: All Clubs October: Pisgah

Interested in Joining Homemakers?

Contact us & let us know!

Tell us your name, address, e-mail, phone #, & what type of club you might be interested in (daytime, evening, or mailbox member).

Call… (859) 873-4601

Email... elizabeth.creed@uky.edu

Mail… Woodford County Extension Office 184 Beasley Drive Versailles, KY 40383

OR, Stop By…Our office is located in the County Park (in the Agriculture Resource Building)

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Reunion/Membership-Drive Twilight Tea

The Membership Committee is planning a Homemaker Reunion/Membership-Drive Twilight Tea for Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at 6:30pm. This event will be for past, current, and future homemakers. The evening will include a teapot display, homemaker pictures/documents display, a discussion of tea around the world, and a trivia game. This will be during KEHA Week and as part of that, Judge John Coyle will be proclaiming October 9-15, 2016 as Woodford County Extension Homemaker Week. Please mark your calendars, plan on attending, and invite a friend or previous homemaker member to join in on the fun! A flier is included in this newsletter, so please spread the word!

Fort Harrod Area Annual Meeting

Mark your calendars now for the Fort Harrod Area Annual Meeting, which will be October 27, 2016 in Lancaster, Kentucky, sponsored by the Garrard County Extension Homemakers. The theme of the meeting will be “A Grand Ole’ Time in Lancaster”. The day will begin at 9:30am at the Grand Theater in downtown Lancaster and will conclude with lunch at the Garrard County Extension Office. More details and registration will be forthcoming!

Pop-Tab Collection

Just a reminder that you can still collect pop-tabs for the homemaker support of Indian Summer Camp, a week-long camp that lets kids with cancer build friendships and focus on the important things in life - arts and crafts, swimming, hiking and s'mores. Nurses, trained volunteers and a staff doctor are on hand to ensure every camper's safety. So remember to continue collecting your pop-tabs!

RAP Support Group

(Relatives As Parents)

Contact Bianca Bargo: 879-4660 or 879-4680 bianca.bargo@woodford.kyschools.us

You are invited to join us for a monthly support group to learn about resources and ideas in your role as acting parent/guardian. The support group is in conjunction with Reading Roundup (also 6:30-7:30pm) at the library, where children will learn about science, art, literature, and more through hands-on activities and stories. So feel free to bring your children!

Location:

Woodford County Public Library 115 North Main Street, Versailles, KY

October 10, 2016 November 14, 2016 December 12, 2016 January 9, 2017 February 13, 2017 March 13, 2017 April 10, 2017 May 8, 2017

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According to the Medical Identity Fraud Alliance, over two million Americans were victims of medical identity theft in 2014, a 22 percent increase since 2013. Many thieves will steal health insurance numbers to gain access to prescribed drugs, to see medical practitioners or to file claims with your health insurance provider. Medical identity theft is dangerous to consumers of health insurance. Victims of medical identity theft have ended up paying at least $13,000 to resolve the issues according to MIFA. This makes up 65 percent of this specific population of victims. One of the most frustrating things about being a victim of medical identity theft is the process of resolving the issue.

A survey done by MIFA found that only 10 percent of the participants were completely satisfied with the conclusion of resolving their incident. In order to detect any form of medical identity theft, it is important you read your medical and insurance statements. By doing this, you will be able to point out the healthcare services you received and didn’t receive. If you do notice a service you did not receive, make sure you call your health insurance provider and report the problem.

You should always have copies of your medical records. They can be obtained from your doctor, healthcare provider or insurance company. If you found out that someone used your medical information to see a doctor, you have the right to ask for the records of who they saw and where they saw a doctor. If a provider refuses to give you access to your files, you have the right to appeal it to the provider. If the provider still refuses to give you access to your files after 30 days, then you can complain to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights. You can also request copies of the accounting of disclosures for your records. This determines who got copies from your medical records from a provider. The accounting of disclosures also includes information about what medical information was sent from the provider, when it was sent, who got it and why it was sent. Thieves find medical information to be valuable because it can allow them to see doctors and get medication for free. Make sure you are not sharing your medical and health insurance information with anyone that asks for it over phone or email, unless you are the one initiating contact. You should also be keeping copies of this information in a safe place and shred any important documents that you no longer want instead of just throwing them out. Also, if you do have to share important information on the internet, make sure you check for a lock icon on your browser’s URL bar and that the URL begins with “https.” The “s” and the lock icon indicates it is a secure website. Source: Robert H. Flashman, Extension Specialist for Family Resource Management, University of Kentucky; College of

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Medical Identity Theft: Protect Yourself

Empty Nesters

It is not uncommon for parent relationships to take a temporary backseat to parenting as the family unit becomes dominated by raising children and busy schedules. Children grow quickly and before one knows it, the kids, and even their friends are moving out of the house as they explore their growing independence. The parents left behind are often referred to as “empty nesters.” The empty nest syndrome often leaves parents, in particular mothers, with overwhelming feelings of anxiety, confusion, grief and loneliness. It is normal to feel sad, but if such feelings extend over time or interfere with daily activity, it is important to call a health care provider. To improve your health and well-being as an empty nester, there are a few important things to consider. First, try to connect with your sense of self, that is separate from your role of as a parent. If this is difficult, you might have to do some soul-searching or explore meaningful activities or hobbies. It is also important to reconnect with your partner as an empty nester. With the children out of the house, you may choose to focus on: Intimacy: Try new things together that you both wanted to do but did not have the opportunity to do before. Recreate date nights similar to before the children were born. Make time to do things

Plan a Family Reunion Reunions are important because they help keep families connected. Connected families are more likely to be strong and stable families over time. At well-planned reunions, extended family members are more apt to make concerted efforts to attend which allows you to catch up, spend time together,

celebrate the life of a relative who has passed away or welcome new members such as a spouse or baby. With kids out of school, summer is a common season to schedule a family reunion. But holidays and long weekends are also options. With bigger families and for those who have to travel, some reunions may take

anywhere from six to 12 months to plan. The best way to pick a date is to survey your family, pick a date that best accommodates the majority of schedules, confirm it and keep it. Then you can establish a countdown to the reunion and keep people excited. Don’t plan a reunion alone. If it is a big reunion, assign roles and tasks to various family members. A location can make or break a reunion, so it is important to think about things such as distance, cost, significance, attractions and weather. While the majority of families report that the highlight of a family reunion is spending time together, it is important to plan activities that involve all ages and interests. It can also be fun to include family games, crafts, competitions, cook-offs, t-shirts, photos and other experiences that make your time together memorable. Source: Amy Hosier, Extension Specialist for Family Life, University of Kentucky; College of Agriculture, Food and Environment

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Framed Squares Quilt Class Monday, November 14 and Monday, January 9

6:30-8:30pm This fun and simple quilt pattern is made with 39 - 10” squares - a pre-cut layer ‘cake’ or your own mix of fabric squares and rotary cutting tools. A great project for all levels – confident beginner to experienced quilters. The second class date is scheduled for quilt top layout and block assembly. Sewing machines and cutting tools are available for loan during class time.

Pre-register by November 7. Class fee: $10.00

Space is limited. Pre-registration is required.

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conversation, sharing memories and making the friendship a priority. With retirement, you may also find opportunities to make new friends. New friendships may be developed through various social groups, people who share your common interests or through volunteering. Friends at all ages are important and serve different purposes. In retirement, friends help fill voids from family who may not live close by or due to illness or widowhood. Friends keep your mind sharp, make you happier. Friends can inspire you and push you to tackle your goals and dreams. Friends are there for you when you need support or a shoulder to cry on. Friends are someone to laugh with. Friends can help you live a longer, healthier life. Source: Amy Hosier, Extension Specialist for Family Life, University of Kentucky; College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and Kelsey Riordan, Family Sciences Student.

Novel Herbs at the Farmer’s Market

Herbs are a healthy way to add flavor and color to your summer menu. Visit the farmer’s market and local suppliers of plants and seeds to look for novel varieties such as lime or cinnamon basil. Use fresh cut lime basil from the farmer’s market in tuna salad or salsa. Cinnamon basil adds a punch of spice flavor to salad greens or tomato sauces. Lemon balm or apple mint can give iced tea a zesty twist. Summer savory gives grilled beef a peppery flavor. If your local market does not carry cut herbs, consider growing some of your own next summer. Local nurseries and seed purveyors may stock rare or heirloom varieties of herbs. There are also many online sources of herb seeds. Check with your local Extension office for advice on the many sources and uses of culinary herbs.

Source: Janet Tietyen, Extension Specialist for Food and Nutrition, University of Kentucky College of Agriculture

together. Communication: It is important to address the areas that will be changing with the children gone, such as finances and meal planning. In addition, discuss changes that need to happen in the home such as re-assigning chores or simple remodeling. Rediscovering your partner: Get to know each other in a new way. Try setting aside some time to talk to each other without talking about the children. It is important to remember that children moving out of the home are a part of the life cycle. You should feel proud as you raised them to become an independent and contributing member of society.

Source: Amy Hosier, Extension Specialist for Family Life and Amber Thompson, Couple and Family Therapy Masters Student, University of Kentucky, College of Agriculture

Friendships & Retirement

Many changes occur with retirement, and friendship is an area often overlooked. For some, friendships are connected to work life. When you retire, you may feel that you have lost some friends or that you no longer have a common interest with those people because you are not seeing them every day or sharing an environment with them. It is important to maintain friendships that are important to you. The best way to maintain old friendships is by making time for quality activity and

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Monthly Interest Groups Painting with Bessie

Mondays, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Decorative painting workshop. Interested persons should contact Bessie Bain at 873-5658 for information about projects & supplies.

Herbalists

1st Monday, 7:00 p.m. Contact Christine Schelble at 859-619-5234 for more information.

Scrap Happy Quilters

1st Thursday, 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Classes & events are held at the Agriculture Resource Building (184 Beasley Drive, Versailles, Kentucky), unless otherwise noted, & are open to the public. Call 859-873-4601 for registration & details. Some classes have limited spaces. Please note the registration deadlines to help instructors plan supplies & teaching materials.

August 22 5:00pm Grow, Cook Eat: Sprouts/Microgreens August 26 11:30am Learn With Us: The Mediterranean

Lifestyle August 30 6:00pm Sept. 27 Homemaker Secret Santa Committee Oct. 25 Planning Meetings Sept. 5 Labor Day - Extension Office Closed Sept. 22 6:00pm Learn With Us: Creative Stitchery Oct. 10 6:30pm, RAP Support Group Woodford Co. Public Library

Oct. 11 6:00pm Homemaker Reunion/Membership

Drive Twilight Tea Oct. 27 9:30-2:30pm Homemaker Area Annual Meeting Garrard County

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“Everybody can be great. Because anybody can serve. You don’t have to have a college degree to serve. You don’t have to make your subject and your verb agree to serve…. You don’t have to know the second theory of thermodynamics in physics to serve. You only need a heart full of grace. A soul generated by love.” ~Martin Luther King, Jr.

Liquid Calories Add Up

Drinking your calories may be an easy way to increase your waistline. Researchers have found that drinking juice rather than eating fruit may result in overindulging. Having a liquid form of food, instead of a solid one, results in more calories consumed during the day. In the three-day study 120 men and women ate a specially prepared lunch and then a dinner of their choosing. Several test groups consumed various liquid and solid foods during the study. But no matter whether the liquid calories were carbohydrate, protein, or fat they consistently resulted in consumption of more calories during the day. Solid foods provide other sensory cues through chewing and are more slowly digested than liquid foods. For most of human history the only beverage was water. So it may not be surprising that liquid calories may lead to excess calories.

Reference: International Journal of Obesity, July 2007 Source: Janet Tietyen, Extension Specialist for Food and Nutrition, University of Kentucky, College of