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Publisher’s Message | 2

COMMUNITY INTEREST | Bedford April Events | 3

Bedford May Events | 4

Bedford High School’s Production of Godspell | 6

Sunrise Rotary Spaghetti Dinner | 8

Bedford County Chamber of Commerce to HostCounty Commissioner Candidates’ Forum | 10

UPMC Today | Health and Wellness News You Can Use | 13

Knights of Columbus Hoop Shoot | 21

Valentine’s Day Dance | 22

Diamonds and Ice Gala | 24

Older Adults in Bedford County | Keep Your Credit Card Secure | 26

Bedford County Library Information | 29

Bedford County Municipality and Parks Information | 30

FEATURES | Wedding Etiquette for the Socially Inept | 23

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS | Brian Jeffries, Edward Jones Financial Advisor |

401(k) Review and Rollover Can Be Rewarding | 9

Homewood Spring House Estates |How to Choose a Continuing CareRetirement Community | 11

ON THE COVER | Bedford County High School’s productionof Godspell was a smashing success.

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What’s Insidepage 2 UPMC East on Schedule to Open

in Summer 2012

page 3 From Gut-Wrenching Pain toHope for the FutureStomachaches: When to Worry

page 4 Good Night, Sleep Tight!Are You Allergic to Your Bed?

page 5 UPMC HealthTrak Lets You Manage Your Health Care Online

page 6 Post-traumatic Stress DisorderCould It Happen to You?

page 7 Shaping Up to PlayPreventing Weekend Warrior Injuries

For residents of eastern communities

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Welcome to the spring issue of Bedford County magazine. I hope you all had awonderful holiday filled with family, friends and fun.Typically, I use this space to talk about your community

or features in the magazine that spotlight the people inyour community who are doing wonderful things.Well, this time I want to update you regarding our

newest feature for 2011—our new website. Withoutventuring too far into the realm of shameless self-promotion, I want to emphasize that this website issomething for you, our readers. How so? Well, you canhave input and help shape the website just like your ideashelp shape your magazine. Now you have a place to list all of thenonprofit community organizations that are active in the community. We are alsodeveloping pages where we list the local houses of worsh ip. In addition, we nowoffer every magazine in a fully downloadable PDF format, rather than the outdatedflipbook format we used to have. This will allow you to send the magazine, or linksto it, to friends and family both near and far.We tied our website into Facebook as well, not to get the biggest list of “friends”

we could get, but to have a place to keep our readers abreast of all the news we ge tbetween issues. It also gives us a place to upload all the photos from communityevents that we don’t have room for in the magazine.As with all things, there’s always room for improvement, but we always have

open ears. If you have comments about our new website or want to see yourorganization listed, e-mail [email protected] with your link orfeedback. There’s no charge for listing your church, synagogue, or scout troop’slink, so send your links in today!And if you happen to be on Facebook and like what you see in the magazine,

don’t hesitate to click that “Like” button. It’s always nice to be liked!I hope you have a wonderful spring!

Wayne DollardPublisher

When I think about spring, I can’t help but think about light. The days get “lighter,” the sun stays with us a little longer each day. When we have a great idea, a light bulb goes off in ourminds. At Bedford County Magazine we try tospotlight our communities. What are you doing to bea “light”? If you or an organization that you volunteeror work for is a light in the community, will you letme know? So many good deeds are left unsung! Ifyou have a family member who is in the armed forces,or if your church group or Mom or Dad are providing aservice to someone in need, we want to know! Please e-mailyour ideas and photos to me at [email protected].

Marybeth JeffriesManaging Editor

IN Bedford County is a non-partisan communitypublication dedicated to representing,encouraging and promoting the Bedford County area and its comprising municipalities byfocusing on the talents and gifts of the peoplewho live and work here. Our goal is to providereaders with the most informative andprofessional regional publication in theCommonwealth of Pennsylvania.

PUBLISHER Wayne Dollard

ASSISTANT TO THE PUBLISHER

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MANAGING EDITOR

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OFFICE MANAGER

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WRITERS

Jonathan Barnes Pamela PalongueKelli McElhinny

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Cassie Brkich Jan McEvoyAnna Buzzelli Joe MilneSusie Doak Tamara TylendaPati Ingold Tracey Wasilco

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Rebecca BaileyGaryyonphotography.comOne Way Street Productions

ADVERTISING SALES

Nicholas Buzzell David MitchellBrian Daley Tamara Myers Gina D’Alicandro Gabriel NegriTina Dollard Robert OjedaRose Estes Annette PetroneBeatriz Harrison Tara ReisJason Huffman Vincent SabatiniJessie Jones Michael SilvertConnie McDaniel RJ VighettiBrian McKee

This magazine is carrier route mailed to all district households and businesses.

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Bedford County Arts CenterBob Ellis Photos – Local Photographer DisplayTuesday, Wed, Thursday – 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.Friday, Saturday – 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.Sunday – 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.Anderson House – 137. E. Pitt Street, Bedford, PA – 814.623.1538

PA Consort Guest Artist Series:The Lyric Consort Vocal EnsembleBedford United Methodist Church 132 E. John St., Bedford, PA814.733.2301 7:30 p.m. $

“Girls Night Out”Fundraiser event at the Bedford County Arts Center.6:30 p.m. $

Home School EventsLincoln CavernsSix hours of hands-on fun and learning for all ages. 9 - 5 p.m. $

Opening Day at Bedford SpeedwayGates open at 5:00 - Racing at 7:00 p.m. Bedford Co. Fairgrounds Business Rt. 30, Bedford, PA814.623.0500 $

3-State Flyer- Bedford SpeedwayGates open at 5:00 - Racing at 7:00Bedford Co. Fairgrounds Business Rt. 30, Bedford, PA814.623.0500 $

Lucas Oil-Bedford SpeedwayGates open at 5:00 - Racing at 7:00Bedford Co. Fairgrounds Business Rt. 30, Bedford, PA814.623.0500 $

Mother’s Day PromotionSales/Specials at participating merchants.Downtown Bedford 814.623.0048

Welcome Weekend Friendship VillageCampgroundWhite Elephant Sale 6 p.m.Bring a $15.00 NEW item for sale and get one night camping free. Proceeds go to Friendship Missional Church.814.623.1677

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Del Grosso’sAmusement ParkOpening Day Free rides 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Bedford County Arts Center– Peaceful QuiltersPeaceful Quilters – Quilters DisplayTues, Wed, Thur – 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.Friday, Saturday – 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.Sunday – 12 - 4 p.m.Anderson House – 137. E. Pitt Street, Bedford, PA 814.623.1538

Mother’s Day Promotion SalesSpecials at participating merchants.Downtown Bedford

Car RaceBedford Speedway Gates open at 5:00 p.m. - Racing at 7:00Bedford Co. Fairgrounds Business Rt. 30, Bedford, PA814.623.0500 $

The Bloody RunCanoe ClassicPresented by the Raystown Canoe Club.This family friendly event has many race classes from beginner to serious racers,and everyone feels welcome! For details contact [email protected]

Mother’s DayWeekendFriendship Village Campground10 a.m. – Scrapbooking & Tea PartyBring pictures for your scrapbook and a teacup. Scrapbooking in $5.00 per person and optional. Brunch and planter are free to all ladies who attend.1 p.m. – Kid’s club Mother’s Day Activity.

Mother’s DayDel Grosso’s Amusement Park

Moms ride free!

Car RaceBedford Speedway Gates open at 5:00 p.m. – Racing at 7:00Bedford Co. FairgroundsBusiness Rt. 30 Bedford, PA814.623.0500 $

Bedford CountyPlayers Mystery”I’ll Be Back Before Midnight”.Harrison Township Community CenterReservations and info: 814.623.7555 $

PA Consort GuestArtist Series:The Raim-Wehr DuoBedford United Methodist Church 132 E. John St., Bedford, PA814.733.2301 7:30 p.m. $

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Friendship VillageCampground Mexican Fiesta5 p.m. – Join us for a taco dinner, piñatas, music and games. Advanced tickets required and limited** $$

Car Race Bedford Speedway Gates open at 5:00 p.m. - Racing at 7:00Bedford Co. Fairgrounds Business Rt. 30, Bedford, PA814.623.0500 $

Yard Sale/Crafts/Flea Market Friendship Village Campground9 a.m. - 4 p.m. In the campground, apartments, & MHP

Bedford County Players Mystery: “I’ll Be Back Before Midnight”

Harrison Township Community CenterReservations and info: 814.623.7555 $

Farmers MarketCorner Juliana & Penn Sts. Bedford, PA814.623.0048 (Wed & Sat. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.)

Car RaceBedford Speedway Gates open at 5:00 p.m. - Racing at 7:00 Bedford Co. Fairgrounds Business Rt.30 Bedford, PA814.623.0500 $

Guided Walking Tour

Memorial Day WeekendFriendship Village CampgroundBike Derby for ages 5 - adult. 10 a.m.

Antiques on the SquareDowntown Bedford8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Rain or Shine

Farmers Market9 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the public squares.

Memorial DayWeekendFriendship Village – Kickball Tournament. All Ages 10 a.m.

Gospel Sing:Reign SongFriendship Village Campground7 p.m. followed by free popcorn.

Memorial DayWeekendFriendship Village – Entertainment.7 p.m.

Sidewalk Sales for Memorial DayWeekendDowntown Bedford

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Godspell is a dramatic, lively and often humorousrepresentation of Jesus’ teachings and parables. The show depicts Jesus’ betrayal by Judas, his death, and his resurrection. With the exception ofJesus and Judas, the characters are called by theirreal-life names to show that even though the storiesare from the Bible, their meaning and effect on ourlives is relevant. Much of the dialogue and some ofthe song lyrics are taken directly (sometimes verbatim, sometimes paraphrased) from Scripture.Godspell is fun, engaging, and presents many well-known stories in a new and memorable way.

COVER STORY

The Bedford High School production of Godspell took place on Friday, March 11 and Saturday, March 12, 2011

in the BHS Auditorium



The Bedford Sunrise Rotary held their annual spaghetti dinner on January 21, 2011 at the Bedford Elementary School. All proceeds from the dinner are given to the Polio Plus foundation. Rotary International has led efforts to eradicate this cripplingdisease worldwide and has it isolated to only three remaining countries.

Claire Harris

Brian Jeffries

Bo Pratt and Patty Ritchey

Hazel Davis and Jeannie Plummer

Helene Koontz Jim Gonsman and Thomas Jeffries

Denise Wissinger and Jim Bitner

Greg Knisely and Angie Gonsman


Your 401(k) offers tax-deductible contributions, tax-deferred growth ofearnings potential and a variety ofinvestment options — so it’s a greattool for building retirement savings. Yet like all tools, your 401(k) must beused properly to get the best results.That’s why you should review your401(k) at least annually and make whatever adjustments are needed.

Depending on where you work, you mayget some 401(k) review help from yourplan provider. But if that assistance isn’t available, you might want to consult with a financial professional tomake sure you’re getting the maximumbenefit from your plan.

As you begin to review your 401(k), your first question should probably be this:

“How much should I contribute?” At the very least, try to put in enough to receiveyour employer’s matching contribution, if one is offered. If you don’t earn this match,you are essentially walking away from “free money.” Beyond this, though, the amountyou put into your 401(k) might depend on what other retirement savings vehicles youhave available. For instance, if you’re eligible, you may also want to contribute to aRoth IRA, which offers tax-free growth potential, provided you’ve had your account forfive years and don’t start taking withdrawals until you’re 59½.

Of course, it’s not only how much you put into your 401(k) that determines its success — it’s also how you choose to allocate your investment dollars. (Keep in mindthat asset allocation does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss.) Your 401(k)may have a dozen or more investment choices, such as stock funds, bond funds andmoney market funds. To choose the right investment mix, you’ll need to consider avariety of factors, including these:

• Your age Generally speaking, the younger you are, the more aggressive you can afford to be with your 401(k) investments, because you’ll have decadesin which to potentially overcome the inevitable down periods of the market. As you get older, you may wish to invest somewhat more conservatively, butyou’ll still need some growth potential in your 401(k) portfolio.

• Your goals Everyone has different goals for retirement. You might want toretire early and travel the world, while your co-worker desires to work as longas possible and then, upon retirement, stay close to home and pursue hobbies.Because you each have different goals, with different income needs, you alsomay need to follow different investment strategies within your 401(k).

• Your other retirement income sources If you have a variety of retirementincome sources — a pension from another job, an IRA, a spouse with generousretirement benefits — you may need to invest differently, perhaps less aggressively, than if you had fewer options for retirement income.

Apart from putting away as much as you can into your 401(k) and choosing the right investment mix, what else can you do to get the most out of your plan? Here’s asuggestion: If you have worked at various jobs and acquired multiple 401(k)s, considerrolling them over into one account. You might save money on fees and reduce paperwork, but more importantly, you’ll be able to concentrate your resources and pursue a unified investment approach, with your investment dollars working togethertoward your ultimate retirement goals.

As you can see, a 401(k) review and rollover can reward you in many ways — so do whatever it takes to maximize your 401(k)’s performance.

Brian Jeffries has been a financial advisor for Edward Jones Investments in Bedford since2003. He resides in Bedford Borough with hiswife Lori and three children.

Brian Jeffries Financial AdvisorEdward Jones 133 S. Juliana St. Bedford, PA 15522 814.623.4886 www.edwardjones.com


The Bedford County Chamber of Commerce invites the publicto the 2011 Bedford County Commissioner Candidates’ Forum,Tuesday, April 26th at 6:30 p.m. at the Bedford Area High School Auditorium. Admission to the event will be FREE.The forum, held in partnership with the Allegany College of

Maryland Bedford County Campus and the Bedford Area SchoolDistrict, is designed to help voters make an informed decisionduring the May 17th Primary Election. The format will consist of a brief opening statement by each candidate, followed by aseries of questions posed to the candidates on topics, includingthe economy and business issues, defined broadly, which havecome and are likely to come before the Commissioners. All candidates will be invited to participate immediately following the March 9th filing deadline.The three County Commissioners constitute the chief

governing body of Bedford County. The Commissioners are vested with policy-making authority to provide certain local services and facilities on a county-wide basis. Administrative powers and duties of the County Commissioners encompass registration and election,

assessment of property, human services, veteran’s affairs, 911 emergency services, operation of a county jail, personnelmanagement, operation and maintenance of county bridges,appointment of county personnel, and budget and finance management. The position is a county-wide elected office with a term of four years. The County Commissioners sit jointly asmembers of the Retirement Board, Salary Board, Board ofAssessment and Revision of Taxes, Election Board, Prison Board,Emergency Food Services Advisory Board, MHMR, Area Agencyon Aging and Bedford Fulton Solid Waste.The Bedford County Chamber of Commerce is a diverse,

action-oriented membership organization representing the business interests of Bedford County and the surrounding region. The Chamber does not endorse candidates, but is happy to offer this educational and informational opportunity to the voters of Bedford County.

For more information, contact the Chamber Office at 814.623.2233.

Bedford County Chamber of Commerce to host County Commissioner Candidates’ Forum

Kirt Morriswww.kirtmorris.com

Candidate for Bedford County Commissioner

Paid for by Citizens for Kirt Morris


retirement communityWhat exactly is a continuing careretirement community? A continuing care retirement community (CCRC)

provides a continuum of care for seniors at all levels ofindependence, from independent living in a house orapartment, to providing more services to allow one to

remain independent, to skilled nursingcare or a secure dementia unit. ACCRC is an entire campus of livingchoices, and as physical or mentalneeds change, the resident maymake a transition to a differentlevel of care and age gracefully inthe same community often timeswithout having to relocate. It will

offer many social activities, services,lots of amenities along with improved

health and wellness. Many times they are very activecommunities designed for people 55 and older that mayneed help now or in the future. A CCRC is different from other senior housing

facilities in that it typically provides a written agreementthat the community will provide appropriate care for theresident’s lifetime for those who qualify for continuingcare. Look for a community that provides different optionwith a choice of a life-lease or a rental.

Are you ready to move to a CCRC?• Do you need a little more help with daily living activities, or see that you might in the future?

• Do you need more assistance such as transportation, housekeeping and meals, or feel you may in the future?

• Are you wishing to enjoy a lively social calendar and more activities without the work and worry that comes with home ownership?

The vast majority of seniors will advise you not to waittoo long to make a move; do it before it’s an absolutenecessity and start your search long before you need to.This can be a very exciting time in your life!

What should you do to find a first-class CCRC?• Take tours of potential CCRCs and talk to current residents.

• Check the credentials of administrators and other staff.

• A nurse should be directing the nursing services. • Check the facility’s compliance with federal and state regulations.

• What is the overall atmosphere? Are the surroundings pleasant?

• Observe the upkeep of the facility – the grounds and the buildings.

• Are regular fire and disaster drills held? • Ask about the types of food choices and can the CCRC accommodate special diet needs?

• Look at the activities offered by the CCRC, and also willyou feel comfortable in the town in which its located.

• How close are the nearest hospital and doctors’ offices? • Do they have amenities such as a dining room, library, fitness center, convenience store as well as other common areas?

All of these are important factors to consider.

Once you decide a CCRC is right for you, what’s next?Many times the community will have entrance

requirements based on age, health and financial status.To live in a CCRC, you may be able to choose from alife-lease option or a rental. The admissions personshould be able to explain what option may be the best for you.

Most people you talk to are very happy they have made the decision while they can, to move to a Continuing CareRetirement Community. It will offer you friendships, activities, but most of all the peace of mind you deserve.

150 Victoria AvenueEverett, PA 15537Tel: 814.623.0349Fax: 814.623.2981www.homewood.com

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CHURCHES SERVING BEDFORD COUNTYBedford Presbyterian Church145 S. Juliana St. (on the Public Square)814.623.6891www.bedfordpresby.com

Bedford United Methodist Church132 E. John StreetBedford, PA 15522814.623.8711Pastor: Jeffrey K. Welsch [email protected] www.bedfordumc.org

Breezewood Lighthouse Assembly of God Church1092 Lighthouse RoadBreezewood, PA 15533Pastors: Jonathan and Tracey Wyns814.735.4420Facebook: Breezewood LighthouseAssembly of GodE-mail: [email protected]

Clear Ridge Fellowship Church 26 South of EverettPastor: Todd Bowles814.652.5203

Community Bible Church120 West Virginia RDOsterburg, PA 16667Pastor: Neal Weaver814.276.3640www.trcosterburg.com

Community Grace Brethren Church1216 Raystown Rd. Everett, PA 15537814.652.5405www.communitygbc.org

Ryot Church of the Nazarene406 Dunkard Hollow RoadAlum Bank, PA 15521Senior Pastor: Stacy DicktAssociate Pastor: Kevin Davis814.839.2543www.ryotnazarene.orgE-mail: [email protected]

Spring Meadow Family Worship Center2875 Quaker Valley RoadFishertown, PA 15539814.839.4427

Trinity Reformed Church722 Main Street Osterburg, PA 16667Pastor: Charlie Miller814.276.3302www.trcosterburg.comFacebook: Trinity Reformed

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What’s Insidepage 2 New Electronic Health Record System

at UPMC Bedford

page 3 From Gut-Wrenching Pain toHope for the FutureStomachaches: When to Worry

page 4 Good Night, Sleep Tight!Are You Allergic to Your Bed?

page 5 UPMC HealthTrak Lets You Manage Your Health Care Online

page 6 Post-traumatic Stress DisorderCould It Happen to You?

page 7 Delivering Quality Emergency Care in His HometownFree Community Health Fair

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Four Ways UPMC’s eRecord Improves Medical Care

Improved patient safety“Every physician takes the Hippocratic Oath when theybegin practice, which is to ‘First, do no harm,’” says Dr. Duvall. “UPMC’s eRecord helps us honor that oath by helping to protect our patients from human error, particularly during times of emergency. Whether you are allergic to a medication, have a family history of a disease, experienced a medical incident, or have a medical condition,that information is all in your eRecord.” It also includesdosages and drug interactions.

Improved cost e,cienciesPatients sometimes repeat expensive medical tests becausethe results are missing or cannot be quickly accessed. “eRecord give physicians faster access to test results,” says Dr. Duvall. Nationally, it’s projected that electronichealth record technology will save billions of dollars by eliminating duplicate tests.

Improved communication among your health care providers “I can literally review the treatment reports of the UPMCspecialist my patient sees within minutes of them leaving that doctor’s office,” notes Dr. Duvall. For patients withcomplex medical problems, eRecord enables UPMC doctorsto work together as a team to review records and improve patient outcomes.

Improved patient care and satisfactionNational studies show that electronic health record technology allows physicians to spend more time with their patients. “It can initially confuse patients when they see their doctor entering notes into a computer, but they usually find that their doctor ultimately spends more quality time with them,” says Dr. Duvall. “The eRecord system can also alert doctors and patients about neededcheckups, preventive care, and immunizations.”

The bottom line? “eRecord is a win-win for all involved,”says Dr. Duvall. “Both patients and doctors benefit from this critical technology.”

For more information on UPMC Bedford’s new eRecord technology, contact Amy Roose, director of clinical operational information, at 814-623-3552.

New ElectronicHealth RecordSystem atUPMC BedfordImproving Patient Care and Safety While Reducing Health Care Costs Have you ever visited your family physician and struggled to recall the date of a recent hospital test, or the dosage of the latest medication you’ve been prescribed by another doctor?

That familiar scene is just one of the reasons Lisa Duvall, DO,a community-based family practitioner with Pennwood FamilyMedicine and UPMC Bedford Memorial, is an enthusiasticsupporter of eRecord, UPMC’s version of electronic healthrecord technology. UPMC Bedford will implement eRecordthis spring, and it will be available in local UPMC physicianoffices in the fall.

“eRecord makes the practice of medicine significantly moresafe, cost-effective, and patient focused,” says Dr. Duvall. “For primary care physicians like myself, eRecord allows us to monitor and support our patients’ total medical care,whether they’re being seen by a specialist at a UPMC hospitalin Pittsburgh or a UPMC physician here in Bedford.”

How does eRecord work?Through UPMC Bedford’s eRecord, any new patient records will be converted into a digital format and placed on UPMC’s network. Authorized UPMC physicians and hospitals will have fingertip access to a patient’s comprehensive medical record, including family history, test results, x-rays and other images, immunizations, allergies, medications, and much more.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that just 10 percent of all hospitals and 20 percent of all physicians in the United States use an electronic health record system. Because of its proven impact, the federal government, insurers, and leading physician groups like the American Academy of Family Practitioners are urging its implementation nationwide. To protect patient confidentiality and security, rigorous regulations governing electronic health record technology have been created for access, authentication, storage, and transmission. These regulations are actually much stricter than those for paper records.

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At age 23, John Oliver* is feeling betterabout the future. Free from the gut-wrenching pain of Crohn’s disease since a second bowel surgery in 2008 — this time followed by a promising new treatment developed at UPMC using biologic-baseddrug therapy — he is now making plans to attend medical school next fall.

“I think the medicine is working. It’s the best I’ve felt and the best I’ve looked,” saysJohn, who earned his biomedical engineering degree from Carnegie Mellon University and a master’s degree in engineering management from Duke University.

His gastroenterologist, Miguel Regueiro,MD, clinical head and codirector of theUPMC Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, says the future has never lookedbrighter for IBD patients. “Ten years ago, adiagnosis of IBD was devastating. Now, wehave new medicines, a greater understandingof the disease, and better research,” he says.

IBD: Who’s at risk?Nearly two million Americans live with IBD, which is not to be confused with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBD involves two chronic diseases that cause inflammation of the intestines: ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Symptoms include abdominal cramps andpain, diarrhea, weight loss, and bleeding.

Crohn’s disease can affect any part of thesmall and large intestines, while ulcerativecolitis affects the large bowel alone.

IBD cuts across all ages, genders, and ethnicities, but generally affects Caucasiansages 15 to 35. While the exact cause is not known, experts believe IBD involves a compromised or overactive immune system. Because IBD may run in families,doctors also believe genetics plays a role.While stress and certain foods do not cause IBD, both can make symptoms worse.

TreatmentAccording to Dr. Regueiro, drugs cannotcure IBD, but they can be effective in reducing the inflammation and accompanying symptoms. While some patients have mild symptoms requiring little medication, others have more debilitating flare-ups, and some patients have severe problems requiring surgery and even transplants.

The primary goal of drug therapy is to reduce inflammation in the intestines.Medications include anti-inflammatorydrugs; antibiotics to kill germs in the intestinal track; probiotics to restore good bacteria; corticosteroids to provideshort-term relief during flare-ups; and immunosuppressants.

In addition, the IBD Center recently developed a Visceral Inflammation and Pain (VIP) Center to help patients deal with both the physical pain and emotionalstress of coping with IBD.

Exciting breakthroughsThe latest generation of drugs, called biologic therapies, are proving very effective in inducing remission so that patients can lead normal lives.

At UPMC, doctors took this approach a step further — as in John’s case — by prescribing biologic drug therapy afterperforming surgery to remove the damagedsection of the intestine. In use now at otherhospitals, this treatment has reduced the recurrence of Crohn’s disease in patients by nearly two thirds.* John Oliver’s treatment and results may not be representative of similar cases.

From Gut-Wrenching Pain to Hope for the FutureUPMC’s Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Center wields a powerful “triple threat” against IBD: Groundbreaking immunology, genetics research, and innovative clinical care.

Everyone gets a stomachache — or abdominal pain — from time to time. According to David Baer, MD, a family practice physician with Pennwood Family Practice and UPMC Bedford Memorial, most of the time, stomachaches are harmless conditions caused by overeating, gas, or indigestion. Frequent or recurring stomachaches are often due to stress and worry, even in children. But they can point to more serious medical problems.“Harmless abdominal pain usually subsides or goes awaywithin two hours,” says Dr. Baer. “If you have the stomach flu your stomach may hurt before each episode of vomiting or diarrhea. In serious cases, the pain worsens or becomes constant.”You should call your doctor if mild pain lasts more than a couple days, or if the pain is accompanied by other symptoms, adds Dr. Baer.

Stomachaches: When to WorryGet medical help immediately if: • You have abdominal pain that is verysharp, severe, and sudden.

• You also have pain in the chest, neck, or shoulder.

• You’re vomiting blood or having bloody diarrhea.

• Your abdomen is sti,, hard, and tender to touch.

• You can’t move your bowels, especially if you’re also vomiting.

The bottom line: Trust your gut! Contactyour doctor if you’re concerned about lingering or unusual stomach pain.


Good Night, Sleep Tight!

Dust mites, and dander, and fibers — oh my! These are just some of the microscopic menaces in ordinary housedust that can cause health problems.

Dust mites are a common cause of allergies and asthma.It’s not the dust mite itself that can make you sick; it’s thedust mite debris (the mite’s feces and decaying body).

Dust collects in every room of the house because it is easilytrapped in linens, upholstery, carpets, and draperies. Butthe bedroom is a favorite habitat for dust mites because itprovides a warm, humid environment, and plenty of food(dead skin from humans and pets).

Five ways to help wipe out dust mitesWhile you can’t completely eliminate dust mites, thesesimple steps may help reduce their numbers:

1. Cover your mattress and pillows in dust-proof or allergen-blocking covers, and encase box springs invinyl or plastic covers.

2. Wash and dry bed sheets, pillowcases, blankets, curtains,and bedcovers weekly in hot water (140 degrees). Ifbedding can’t be washed, put the items in the dryer setat a high temperature for 20 minutes.

3. Vacuum carpeting and upholstery weekly. Using aHEPA-filter vacuum can help keep dust from floatingback into the air.

4. Use a damp cloth or mop to remove dust from hardsurfaces and exposed floors. This will prevent dust from becoming airborne and resettling.

5. Keep the indoor temperature at 70 degrees and humidity at no more than 50 percent.

Dust mites aren’t the only puny pests that can invade your bedroom. Bed bugs have made a comeback in recent years. For tips on ways to avoid a bed bug infestation, visit www.UPMC.com/Today.Sources: National Institutes of Health, Environmental Protection Agency

Health Tips from UPMC Health Plan

Are you among the millions of Americans suffering from lack of sleep?If so, droopy eyelids, wide yawns, and low energy are the least of yourworries. Sleep disruption — not sleeping enough or sleeping poorly —can affect your memory, disease resistance, and leave you struggling to stay alert in school, on the job, and on the road.

Studies show that people who get the appropriate amount of sleep on a regular basis also tend to live longer, healthier lives than thosewho sleep too few or even too many hours each night. So, what is agood night’s sleep?

According to the National Institutes of Health, most adults need seven to eight hours of sleep a night. School-aged children and teensneed at least nine hours of sleep each night.

Tips to help you sleep• Stick to a sleep schedule. Get up about the same time each day,

no matter how many hours of sleep you got the previous night.

• Maintain healthy sleep habits. Go to bed only when you’re sleepy.Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, and relaxing — not too hotor too cold. Don’t text, e-mail, read, or watch TV in bed.

• Make sure your mattress is comfortable. Remember, even a good quality mattress needs to be replaced within 10 years.

• Exercise is great, but not too late. Avoid exercising within a few hours before bedtime.

• Avoid caffeinated drinks after lunch. The stimulating effects of caffeine in coffee, colas, teas, and chocolate can take as long aseight hours to wear off.

• Avoid large meals at night. A large meal can cause indigestion that interferes with sleep.

• Avoid alcoholic drinks before bedtime. While a nightcap mayhelp you relax, alcohol keeps you in the lighter stages of sleep and tends to wake you during the night.

And, for adolescents and young adults:• Avoid stimulating activities around bedtime. This includes

intense studying, text messaging, video games, and lengthy phone conversations.

• Avoid pulling “all nighters” during exams.• Sleep in on weekends — but

not more than two to three hours past your normal wake time. Sleeping longer may disrupt your body clock.

Find a more complete list of the benefits of good sleep at www.UPMC.com/Today.

AreYouAllergictoYour Bed?The dust in your bedroom might be making you sick.

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UPMC HealthTrak Lets You Manage Your Health Care Online

UPMC Spotlight

Keeping track of health issues, test results, and medications is challengingfor Sandy Hogue*, who is disabled and chronically ill. Because she mustrely on cabs for transportation, seeing a primary care doctor can be an all-day affair.

That’s why she was eager to sign up for UPMC HealthTrak, an Internet-based service that enables patients to receive and manage information about their health. Sandy uses it to monitor her glucose and high cholesterol levels, check test results, make appointments, renew prescriptions, and diagnose medical conditions — all from the comfort of her home in Westmoreland County.

“It’s a good system. I get the medicaltreatment I need faster without spending a day traveling around,” says Sandy. “It keeps me in contact with my doctor and helps me monitormy medical conditions. And if I haveanything contagious, like the flu, it prevents me from infecting other people.”

More patients choosing HealthTrakApproximately 42,000 UPMC patientshave signed on to HealthTrak, whichgives them secure electronic access totheir medical records, medications, andother information. HealthTrak recentlywas expanded to include eVisits — an online digital house call — with a primary care physician. * These patients’ treatments and results may not be representative of similar cases.

During an eVisit, patients select a symptom and complete an interactive questionnaire.

A UPMC doctor then reviews the information and makes a diagnosis. If medication is needed, a prescriptioncan be sent electronically to the patient’s pharmacy.

Oakmont resident Mark Gleeson* usesHealthTrak primarily to keep track ofhis medical records. In October, whenthe computer-savvy 83-year-old camedown with a cough and cold late in the day, he decided to “see” a doctor viaeVisit. Within an hour of completingthe questionnaire, a UPMC doctor responded with medical instructions and a prescription for his sinus infectionand chest congestion.

“It was so convenient, and it worked!Within three days, I felt good as new,”Mark says.

Convenience and comfortAs a graduate student, Robin Sales*relied on HealthTrak to connect withher hometown doctor while attendingschool in Nevada. Now a young professional living in New York City, she continues to use the online servicefor eVisits, to fill prescriptions, and access her medical records.

“It’s comforting. Having easy access to adoctor back home gives me the chanceto find the right doctor for me locally,without rushing into it. It’s one lessthing to worry about,” she says.

Robin, who first used eVisit to consult a doctor about an eye infection, says the online questionnaire asks the samequestions the doctor would ask at an appointment. When she needs medicine,her doctor in Pittsburgh faxes the prescription to her New York drug store two minutes away.

“HealthTrak is great for college studentswho are far from home, the elderly, andother people who have trouble gettingto the doctor. It doesn’t take the place of going to the doctor for regular check-ups, but it’s very useful,” Robinsays. “If only UPMC could figure a way for me to see my dentist online!”

UPMC HealthTrak Benefits

Manage your health from homewith HealthTrak. Here’s what youcan do online:• Send a message to your doctor• View medical records and test results

• Renew prescriptions• Track current health issues such as glucose levels andblood pressure

• Request appointments• Ask billing questions• “See” a doctor (digital house call)

For more information or to sign up,visit www.UPMCHealthTrak.com.

Coming to UPMC Bedford in Fall 2011


Imagine being in a terrible car accident on your way to the mall.For days and weeks afterwards, you constantly relive the accidentin your mind. You take a different route to shop and, worst of all,

your body won’t let you relax. You can’tsleep — and when you finally do doze off,you’re awakened by nightmares. You can’tconcentrate, your heart pounds, and youbreak out in cold sweats.

“We know that anyone who has undergonesome kind of trauma can be at risk for post-traumatic stress disorder,” explains Anne Germain, PhD, associate professor ofpsychiatry at the University of PittsburghSchool of Medicine. Based at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC,

she currently leads several sleep research projects with returningveterans from Iraq and Afghanistan who have PTSD.

PTSD can be triggered by a single event you’ve experienced or even witnessed — be it an accident, violent crime, or natural disaster — or by ongoing trauma, such as child abuse or domestic violence.

When we experience a life-threatening event, it’s normal for our body to react with a powerful, stressful response; it’s what enables us to fight or flee.

“But for some people, these symptoms persist and worsen,” says Dr. Germain. “The toll can be profound if symptoms are ignored. PTSD has a devastating impact on the lives of peoplewho have it — and on those around them. It also has enormous financial and economic implications.”

PTSD is a relatively new specialization in psychology, and experts are still trying to determine why it affects some people and notothers. Fortunately, for most people, the symptoms of PTSDbegin to ease in about a month. “If they continue, it’s extremelyimportant to seek professional help,” notes Dr. Germain. “Thebest place to begin is to talk with your family doctor and seek a referral to a qualified psychologist or psychiatrist.”

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Could it Happen to You?Most of us associate post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with returning military veterans who have experienced the tragedy of war. But you don’t have to be a soldier to undergo the intense feelings of helplessness, horror, and fear that characterize PTSD.

Among the most troubling aspects of chronic PTSD for patients are the recurring nightmares and insomnia it canbring. There is growing evidence that such sleep disorders havea direct impact on both a person’s mental and physical health.

Individuals with PTSD often say theyhave problems falling or staying asleep,and that the sleep they get isn’t refreshing and restorative. “Our sleep research studies with veterans show thatthey have many more sleep disordersthan the general public, including sleepapnea and other breathing problems,”notes Dr. Germain.

With PTSD, nightmares can become an ingrained behavior, a,ecting a

person’s daytime functioning — from faltering concentrationand poor memory, to emotional outbursts.

“By stopping the nightmares and helping to make sleep morenormal, restful, and restorative, patients can overcome otheraspects of chronic PTSD in their lives a bit more easily. Andsleep can be improved in a matter of weeks,” she says.

Dr. Germain uses several methods to treat PTSD-related sleepdisorders, including image reversal therapy. “We help patientsreplace a recurring nightmare with a more positive, a/rmingdream. They write it down and rehearse it several times a dayto train the brain to have a new dream image.”

Individuals interested in participating in Dr. Germain’s sleep research studies for military veterans are invited to call 412-246-6404 or visit www.veteranssleep.pitt.edu.

PTSD and sleep disorders

UPMC's Sleep Medicine Center — accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine — is the only multidisciplinary sleep medicine facility in western Pennsylvania. The center performs approximately 2,000 sleep studies annually for adult patients with all types of sleep disorders. The sta, at the UPMC Sleep Medicine Center include board-certified physicians, certified nurse practitioners, and registered sleep laboratory technologists.

To schedule an appointment, call 412-692-2880.

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Delivering Quality Emergency Care in His HometownThat’s the goal of Bedford’s new Emergency Department medical directorWhen he was named medical director of the Emergency Department (ED) at UPMC Bedford Memorial, Douglas Stern, DO, returned to his family roots and his first love — rural medicine.

“Growing up on a working dairy farm in nearby Roaring Spring, I saw firsthand how important access to good health care is forfarming and rural communities,” says Dr. Stern. “That’s the kindof care I’m committed to give at UPMC Bedford Memorial.”

A graduate of The Pennsylvania State University, Dr. Stern completedhis medical school training at thePhiladelphia College of OsteopathicMedicine. Throughout his undergraduate studies and medicalschool, he continued to work on the family farm. After graduating from medical school, he served first as assistant director, then as medical director, of the ED

at Altoona Regional Hospital. For Dr. Stern, working in a larger hospital ED gave him valuable experience in trauma and emergency care. “I use what I learned there every day,” he says.

Returning to the community where he grew up has been fulfilling, both professionally and personally. “I’m very proud to be practicing at UPMC Bedford Memorial,” says Dr. Stern.

“Our staff is second to none. All of the ED physicians are board certified, which is something not all hospitals can claim.

“And through our relationship with UPMC, our emergency team can link patients with appropriate, specialized care anywherewithin the system. We appreciate having that support system atour fingertips,” he adds.

Roger P. Winn, president of UPMC Bedford Memorial, washappy to welcome Dr. Stern home. “We are pleased to have him lead our efforts to better serve patients coming to the Emergency Department,” says Mr. Winn. “With Dr. Stern’s extensive trauma training and experience, our patients will receive the best care possible.”

Providing a caring environment is also a priority for Dr. Stern and his staff. “Because we see people when they’re most vulnerable, we want to create a health care setting that is warm and comforting,” he notes.

“This is my community, and I look forward to using my traumaexperience to care for the people who live here,” explains Dr. Stern. “I’m especially looking forward to getting to know people at local organizations and schools, and talking with themabout health topics that are relevant to our community, such asfarm accidents, injuries, and safety.

“I love medicine,” he adds. “Getting to practice where I grew upis just a dream come true.”

Dr. Douglas Stern

Saturday, April 167 to 11 a.m.Homewood at Spring House Estates150 Victoria Avenue • Everett, PA 15537

Free and open to the public.Presented by St. Francis DiSepio Institute and UPMC Bedford Memorial

Free Health Fair highlights include:• Ask a doctor • Ask a pharmacist• Body mass index (BMI) screening with

Wii® Balance and range of motion screening• Bone density testing• Diabetic Q & A• Ear, nose, and throat exams • Hearing tests• Skin cancer screening• Spirometry testing and information

on COPD and sleep apnea• And much more

Also available:• Multiphasic blood screening

Fast 12 hours (No alcohol for 24 hours).Bring your insurance card.

• Blood testing with cholesterolHDL/LDL $25.00Patient copy of results $3.00

Community Health Fair

UPMC Bedford Memorial10455 Lincoln HighwayEverett, PA 15537

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UPMC Bedford Memorial is home to an outstanding staff of health care professionals who are proud to live and work right here in Bedford County. Witha strong tradition as a deeply rooted community hospital that is committed to ever-advancing standards of care, UPMC Bedford Memorial combineshigh-touch with high-tech, providing our patients with compassionate careand advanced technology and treatment. UPMC Bedford Memorial also provides residents of our community with access to all the resources of a nationally recognized academic medical center. And with the recent investment of$5 million in renovations and enhancements to better serve our patients, ourdedication to the community has never been stronger.

For more information about UPMC Bedford Memorial, or to schedule anappointment, call 814-623-6161 or visit UPMC.com/BedfordMemorial.

HoopShootBedford Knights of Columbus

The Bedford Knights of Columbus Council 1439 hosted its annual free throw competition on January 15.

The event brought out 10-14 year old boys and girls from throughout Bedford County.

FRONT ROW:Left to right: Rodey Merritt age 10, Brayden Shaffer age 11,

Jacob Boehme age 12, and Zachary Shaffer age 13

MIDDLE ROW:Left to right: Olivia Mottern age 11, Allison Shuke age 12,

Kylie Pittman age 13, and Jessi Pittman age 14

Special thanks to Knights of Columbus volunteers Paul A. Macek, Phil Smith, Tim Klingerman, Mark Lapinski, Brian Jeffries, Mark Clevenger, Pete Bordi, and Phil Gardill



The evening started with hors d’oeuvres whilecouples checked out silent and Chinese auction items. A live auction followed. Partygoers danced the night away to rock musicpresented by FBI. The dance was sponsoredby the Bedford County Humane Society and the Elk’s organization with all proceedsbenefitting the local shelter. For more information about the BedfordCounty Humane Society, call 814.623.8968 or for upcoming events at the Bedford ElksCountry Club, call 814.623.9316.

The lovers were out at the annual Valentine’sDance held on February 12th at the ElksCountry Club - (animal lovers, that is).

Beth & Jim Sellers

Bobbi Beseck & Tim Weaverling

Dean Lemley & Vicki Geisler

Eldon & Elisa Miller

Brenda & Joe Bomblosky

Never wear white to a wedding. This includeseggshell, ecru, light cream, pearl lustre and Tahitian coconut.

Never attempt to upstage the bride, (unless of courseyou hate the bride in which case you probably reallyshouldn’t be attending the wedding anyway, given thespirit of the whole love and happiness thing).

At Jewish weddings do not ask, “What is that big thingthey’re standing under?”

At Catholic weddings try to refrain from asking, “Why isthis taking so long?” The well-prepared wedding guestremembers to bring snacks for himself and his friends.(Avoid crunchy snacks that may disrupt the ceremony.)

NEVER bet on how long the marriage will last at thereception. All odds making must be done outside thereception venue. (In the event of inclement weather,the lobby or bathroom is acceptable.)

Never complain about the food at the wedding recep-tion with your mouth full of food from the wedding recep-tion. It’s a credibility issue.

Throw only designated throwing materials at the brideand groom such as rice and rose petals. Shoes, Jell-o andsteak knives are not acceptable. Ever. Even when theyare within the appropriate wedding color scheme.

The wedding day is NOT the proper time to share thefact that you once dated the groom, the bride or their par-ents. In fact, the proper time to share this informationmay not actually exist.

If you simply must dance at the reception, remember youare not trying out for “Dancing With The Stars.” If youthrow your partner in the air, make sure you catch them.Missing is considered grounds for divorce in most states.Avoid high kicks which may warrant medical attention.

Many people ascribe to the time-honored adage, ‘It’snot a party till something gets broken.’ However, avoidbreaking things that are irreplaceable, expensive and like-ly to lead to a lawsuit. Cell phones and glasses are okay.



Debbie Keyser

Bill and Melinda Agnew

Brian and Misty Nicodemus

Dana and Keith Zeigler

Kim and Scott Kranz

David and Lori Copley


Beverly and Robert Stanton

John and Rita Bush

Dr. Robert and Fannie Louton

Bruce Koontz andLaRhonda Batzel

Josalynn and David Whysong

Lynn Corbett-Winn,Sharon Turkovich and Beth Sellers

Paul and Sandy Detwiler

Jennifer and Jeffrey Raynes

Randy and Tammie Ebersole


ow that the holidays are behind us,you’re hopefully putting that smoking

credit card back into your wallet or purse for a while. But even though this may be a down

time for you and your credit card, it’s notime to be lax about your credit cardsecurity.So what do you need to know about

keeping your credit card safe? First, off,don’t give yourself a PIN number that’s easy to guess. Issuing banks typica lly assignyou a random PIN number when you first get your card that you can change later.Keep this assigned number and avoidpicking a PIN for yourself like “1234” oryour birth date. While it may be easy for youto remember, those choices are also veryeasy for predators to figure out.If you make a lot of online purchases or

just want to dip your toes into the world ofInternet shopping, get yourself a dedicatedcard with a low credit limit. You can open up a secured credit card at most financialinstitutions that require you to deposit abalance to borrow against, allowing you toopen a card with a $500 limit. Your depositwill gain interest and you will be able to useyour card for online purchases. What’s more,most scammers try to run a small purchase

through before running a larger purchase onthe card. You may not notice a $0.32 chargeright away, but when your bank calls youasking if you tried to purchase a $779 laptop,you’ll be happy your limit was low enough to be declined.If your credit card number is

compromised, you should call your bankimmediately and report it. While police areable to enforce credit card fraud on a locallevel, with the Internet the person trying to run your numbers m ay be six states away,if they’re in the UnitedStates at all. In all cases,the sooner it’s reported,the better. Your bankwill cancel the cardnumber and reissue youanother card.While you’re online,

keep in mind that yourbank will most likelynever contact you via e-mail regarding youraccount. If you do get ane-mail from a bank thatyou use, double checkthe address. Chances areit will be slightly askewfrom any legitimate

address. Instead of “@yourcreditcard.com,”you may see, “@yourcreditcard1.com” or“@yourcreditcard.uk.” Banks understandthat scammers routinely try to get you togive up your personal information via e-mail.Therefore, most have secured e-mailavailable through their websites, where you can be sure you’re talking straight tolegitimate bank representatives.Lastly, if you have several c redit cards

that you use often, take the time to flip themover and write down the 1-800 customer

service numbers on theback and keep that listin a safe place. It’s alsoa good idea to keep acopy in your purse orwallet. This way, when you notice yourcard is missing and are frantic, you can at least go to your listand call to report themissing card. In the end, you

should treat yourcredit card like youwould treat yourcash—never leave it lying around.

Older Adults inBedford CountyKeep Your Credit Card Secure

Good Tidings for theGreatest Generation


Senior Agenciesf the last time you took holiday photos required clumsilyspooling film into your 35 mm camera, don’t be intimidated bywhat technology has done to photography in the past few

years. In fact, once you have some basics down, you may find thatyour digital camera is easier to use than you thought.

So let’s start at the beginning and go over your new toy fromstem to stern. We can’t gointo detail about every featureof every camera, but luckilymost cameras share thesame properties, so we cancover most scenarios.

More than likely, yourcamera came with alithium ion battery packand charger. All you needto know about this is thatthis battery can last along time. Thanks to self-timers built into your camera,if you forget to shut it off, it will shut offautomatically for you, saving battery life and allowing you to takethat unexpected shot when the time comes. That said, the batterywon’t last forever, especially if you are shooting with the flashoften or shooting video, if your camera has that feature. If youknow you’re going to be somewhere with a lot of natural light,turn your flash off altogether and shoot longer.

The second thing to familiarize yourself with is your memorycard. Cameras come with a variety of memory cards to choosefrom. Regardless of the kind your camera takes, just rememberthat bigger is better. A 16 gigabyte memory card can holdhundreds of photos, and if you’re not in the habit of printing yourphotos right away or moving them to your computer, the extraspace is a must. How many pictures you can store on your memorycard depends on your resolution setting for your pictures. Yourresolution is how big the picture is. If you’re shooting for awebsite, low resolutions are better because the file size is smaller.However, if you try to print the same low resolution photo as an8x10, it will appear distorted or “pixilated” because the camerawasn’t set to capture all of the fine details of the image. Withmost point-and-shoot cameras on high resolution, you can printvery large prints or zoom in to crop shots for better composition.

The last thing to get to know is the USB cable. This is thecable that came with your camera and connects it to any USB porton your computer. Through this cable, you can transfer yourimages for future sorting, correction, or sharing.

Believe it or not, once you have those things down, your digitalcamera has many of the same features of your old 35 mm. You canzoom in, set a timer so you have a chance to get into frame, andset a scenic mode where you can select how the camera operatesin certain conditions, such as a portrait, sports shot, night shot, orlandscape. Your manual will list the specific icons and theirmeanings. Don’t be afraid to leaf through it if you get stuck. Manuals have come a long way as well and are clearly written forusers of all experience levels.

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Digital Photographyfor Seniors

TransportationThe Area Agency on Aging operates the shared-ride program and this demand/response transit program transports persons with a wide range of needs, such as medical and social serviceappointments, shopping. There is a small co-pay for this service.Transportation to the senior centers is provided for free. Generalpublic pay full fare fees fortransportation services. Calls are to be made in advance and transportation is on a first call first serve basis.

Appointments should be made at least 24hours in advance.

The telephone numbers are:Huntingdon County814.643.5700 or800.999.8364Fulton County: 717.485.4899 or 800.999.0748Bedford County: 814.623.9484 or 800.333.9004 Saxton Area: 814.635.3653 or 800.999.0748

Are you a nonprofit senior center serving the needs of ourcommunities older adults? We would be happy to post your contactinformation. Contact Marybeth@incommunity magazines.com withyour center’s name and phone number.

Bedford Senior Center203 South Richard StreetBedford, PA 15522 814.623.5140 Monday to Friday Breezewood Senior Citizens150 Municipal RoadBreezewood, PA 15533814.735.4418 Wednesdays Manns Choice Senior CitizensPO Box 23Buffalo Mills, PA 15534 814.623.5100 Wednesdays Chaneysville Senior Center3932 Chaneysville RoadClearville, PA 15535814.784.3215 Wednesday to FridayEverett Happy Senior Citizens Activity Center101 West Main StreetEverett, PA 15537814.652.5621 Monday to Friday

Hopewell Senior Center305 Mifflin StreetP.O. Box 12Hopewell, PA 16650814.928.5111 Monday to Friday Hyndman Senior Center164 Market StreetHyndman, PA 15545814.842.6675 Monday to Friday Broad Top Senior Center707 9th StreetSaxton, PA 16678814.635.3122 Monday to Friday Northern Bedford Senior Citizens4100 Woodbury PikeP.O. Box 147Woodbury, PA 16695 814.766.3712 Wednesdays

The first thing you need to consider is the space itself. Is it finished at all? Manyattics in the area are open spaces broken up byroof and flooring joists and wads of insulation.The first thing you want to do isinspect your attic for leaks andwhether those joists are strongenough to support extra weight.You can add flooring by

screwing down plywood orother subflooring. Avoid nailingmaterials down to preventdamaging the ceilingsunderneath you through thevibrations of hammer blows. Once you have your flooring down, you

can decide whether or not you want to finishthe ceiling joists. You can insulate and attachdrywall or plywood to these joists, dependingon how fancy you want to get with thefinished look; or you may decide that havingthe recessed areas between the joists isbeneficial to your storage needs. Keep in mindthat a triangular space is limiting only if youhave boxes or items that you need to storevertically. Items that are smaller and that canbe arranged into nooks and crannies can beideal for these odd-shaped spaces. Also keepin mind that, because of the nature of attic

access in older homes, the route to your atticmay be through a small trap door in a hallcloset, so items you put in the attic might belimited to long-term or permanent storage,

like old college textbooks, holidaydecorations, luggage, or allthose old NationalGeographics that youcan’t throw away becausethe pictures are too pretty.If you do have easy access

to your attic, either by way of adedicated staircase or pull-downsteps, more options may offerthemselves to you. Even tight attics

have enough room for several two-drawerfiling cabinets, allowing you to store manyyears’ worth of tax returns or productmanuals. Easier access means even more versatility

when it comes to your storage plan. Ratherthan long term, you can use the space forthings that require infrequent use—bins forextra blankets and pillows for when guests arein town, large children’s toys or games thatdon’t get played with during the school week,and sporting equipment when it’s out ofseason. Storing items like these in the attic willkeep them out of dank basement conditions,

and, in the case of linens and sportingequipment, keep the smell of mildew away.Keep in mind that the attic, while dryer

than the basement, still has its own set ofissues. Temperatures often vary wildly inattics depending on how insulated they are, so items that can’t stand high heat or lowtemperatures – like candles, for instance –may not fare well in the attic environment.Each space is different, but each is unique, andhow you use that space can be a fun projectfor the whole family.

f you’re more than four feet tall and live in western Pennsylvania, chances are that your attic is not a comfortable space that you would consider livable.Your attic can be modified, however, by the do-it-yourselfer into more than adequate storage for a variety of your belongings, if you get creative.



The first public libraries in Bedford county were startedby volunteers in Bedford and Everett during the 1920sto provide residents of those communities with access

to books. The Bedford County Library began in 1944 to bringlibrary services to areas outside these communities – at firstfrom the trunk of a car, later through a dedicated bookmobile.Today the county has four community libraries and aboo kmobile under the umbrella of the Bedford CountyLibrary System, which was formed in 1982 to coordinatelibrary services.Libraries in Bedford, Everett, Hyndman, and Saxton

serve the county’s nearly 50,000 residents with combinedcollections totaling more than 100,000 titles – books, audiotapes, DVDs, magazines, and newspapers. In addition, thelibraries are part of Access Pennsylvania, which allowspatrons to request titles from member libraries throughoutthe state and are part of Access PA’s Power Library,providing patrons with access to hundreds of onlineperiodicals and other resources.

BEDFORD COUNTY LIBRARY240 South Wood StreetBedford, PA 15522814.623.5010

www.bedfordcountylibrary.com

MONDAY 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.TUESDAY 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.THURSDAY 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.FRIDAY 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

SATURDAY 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.SUNDAY closed

EVERETT FREE LIBRARY137 East Main StreetEverett, PA 15537814.652.5922

www.everettlibrary.org

MONDAY 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. TUESDAY 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. THURSDAY 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. FRIDAY 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.

SATURDAY 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. SUNDAY closed

SAXTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY315 Front StreetSaxton, PA 16678814.635.3533

www.saxtonlibrary.org

MONDAY 10:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.TUESDAY 2:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 10:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.THURSDAY 2:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

FRIDAY closedSATURDAY 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

SUNDAY closed

HYNDMAN-LONDONDERRY PUBLIC LIBRARY161 Clarence StreetHyndman, PA 15545814.842.3782

www.hyndmanlibrary.org

MONDAY 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.TUESDAY 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.THURSDAY 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.FRIDAY 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.SATURDAY closedSUNDAY closed


For more information visit:Bedford County Township Officials Association

Bedford BoroughBeverly Fisher, Sec244 W. Penn Street, Bedford, PA 15522814.623.8192

Bedford Township1037 Shed Road, Bedford, PA 15522814.623.8296 [email protected] http://bedford.pacounties.org/bedfordtwp

Bloomfield TownshipLafayette Road, Bakers Summit, PA 16614814.224.5367 or [email protected]

Broadtop Township187 Municipal Road, Defiance, PA 16633814.928.5253

Coaldale BoroughJudy Wright, PresHome: 814.928.5102Melissa Wright, SecP.O. Box 156, Six Mile Run, PA 16679

Colerain Township3017 Centennial Road, Bedford, PA 15522814.847.2739

Cumberland Valley Township1030 Dark Hollow Road Bedford, PA 15522814.356.3577 or 356.3281

East Providence Township174 Municipal Road, Breezewood, PA 15533814.735.2264 [email protected]

East St. Clair Township1445 Quaker Valley Road, New Paris, PA 15554-8523814.839.4947 [email protected]

Everett BoroughEileen Reyan, Sec100 Mechanic Street, Everett, PA [email protected]://bedford.pacounties.org/everettboro/

Harrison Township4747 Milligans Cove Rd. Manns Choice, PA 15550814.623.5380 [email protected]

Hopewell BoroughPO Box 160, Hopewell PA 16650814.635.3513

Hopewell Township2759 Raystown Road, Hopewell, PA [email protected]://hopewelltownship.org/

Hyndman BoroughSharon Shaffer, Sec213 Waters Street, Hyndman, PA 15545814.842.3191

Juniata Township397 Buena Road, Manns Choice, PA [email protected]

Kimmel Township117 Walter Hollow Road, Queen PA 16670814.239.8221 [email protected]://bedford.pacounties.org/KimmelTwp/

King Township634 S. Imler Valley Rd. Osterburg, PA 16667-9264814.276.3235Fax: 814.276.0022 [email protected]

Liberty Township1400 Wall Street, Saxton, PA [email protected]

Lincoln Township2554 Lovely Road, Alum Bank, PA 15521814.276.3452

Londonderry Township4303 Hyndman Road, Hyndman, PA 15545814.842.6069 Fax: 814.842.6800

Mann Township1410 Mountain Road, Artemas, PA 17211814.784.5416 Fax: [email protected] http://bedford.pacounties.org/manntwp

Manns Choice BoroughPO Box 13, Manns Choice, PA 15550814.623.7662

Monroe Township247 Rock Hill Church Road, Clearville, PA 15535814.784.3168 [email protected] http://bedford.pacounties.org/monroetwp

Napier Township1708 Market Street, Schellsburg, PA 15559814.733.4770 Fax: [email protected]

New Paris BoroughPO Box 408, New Paris, PA 15554814.839.0150

Pavia Township109 Ickes Road, Imler, PA 16655814.276.3451 Fax: [email protected]

Pleasantville BoroughCindy Byers, SecPO Box 147 Alum Bank, PA 15521814.624.2006

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BLUE KNOB STATE PARK124 Park Road

Imler, PA 16655-9207814.276.3576

This is our "Big Mountain" park. This year-round wilderness adventure consists ofover 5,600 acres of woodland. An extensive hiking trail system offers 17 miles oftrails through changing timber types, across cool streams and occasionally passingby pioneer homesteads that are slowly yielding to the forces of nature.

SHAWNEE STATE PARK132 State Park Road Schellsburg, PA 15559

814.733.4218Shawnee is our "Lake Park". Located along Route 30 near Schellsburg, Shawneeconsists of 3,983 acres with a 451 acre lake. Picnic tables and fire rings are available.Non-powered and electric boats are permitted with a permit or registration. Rentalsavailable. A 12 mile hiking / biking system is also suitable for cross country skiing.

WARRIORS PATH STATE PARK814.658.3847

This small park (334 acres) is located 2 miles south of Saxton (near thenortheastern tip of Bedford County). This finger of land is bounded on 3 sides by

the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River. This is a good area forcanoeing/kayaking or perhaps a picnic. No overnight camping available at this

time, however, attempts are being made to open the park to camping in the future.

STATE PARKS IN BEDFORD COUNTY

Rainsburg BoroughWayne Koontz, Sec3221 Main Road, Bedford, PA 15522Home: 814.847.2853

Saxton Borough707 9th Street, Saxton, PA 16678814.635.2363

Schellsburg BoroughDorothy Wolfhope, Sec2199 Cortland Road, Schellsburg, PA 15559814.733.2809

St. Clairsville BoroughCindy Crissman, SecP.O. Box 289, Osterburg, PA 16667814.276.3696

Snake Spring Township373 Pennknoll Road, Everett, PA 15537814.623.1976Fax: 814.623.1976 [email protected]

Southampton Township5735 Chaneysville Road, Clearville, PA 15535814.784.3413 [email protected]://bedford.pacounties.org/southamptontwp

South Woodbury Township125 North Road, New Enterprise, PA 16664814.766.2900 Fax: [email protected]@embarqspace.com

West Providence Township83 East Fifth Avenue, Everett, PA 15537814.652.5943Fax: [email protected]

West St. Clair TownshipChestnut Ridge Ambulance Bldg, 4037 Quaker Valley Rd.Alum Bank, PA 15521814.839.2375 Fax: 814.839.4490

Woodbury BoroughBarbara Wilt, Sec201 State Street, Woodbury, PA 16695814.943.5215

Woodbury TownshipP.O. Box 280, Woodbury, PA 16695 814.766.3200Fax: 814.766.0098

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SOLVE 5 COMMONHOUSEHOLD PROBLEMS

Fix-It-YourselfREVOLUTION

From pink screwdrivers and mini toolboxes to a surge of female-targeted home improvement sitesand guidebooks, the fix-it-yourself revolution hascome for women in the U.S. More empoweredfemales are taking on household problemsthemselves instead of spending the money to hire a plumber, electrician or contractor. In fact, a recent study by the Medelia Monitor

showed that more than 60 percent of women aremore likely to tackle the work on their own. Themajority of these women (63 percent) are being more resourceful to avoid the high costs of hiring a professional. And 71 percent of women say thedesire to “fix-it-myself” stems from the empoweringfeeling of having the knowledge to improve their home. Sound familiar? If you’d like to empower yourself

and join the fix-it-yourself revolution, start by pickingup a few affordable tools and products to tackle quickfixes. Here are easy tips for solving five commonhousehold problems:

�Unstick sticky windows by opening them and rubbing wax or spraying silicone into the tracks onboth sides. Move the window up and down severaltimes to work the wax or silicone lubricant into the frame.

�Fix squeaky wood or tile floors by sprinkling babypowder on the surface of the floor that’s squeaking.Then place a chisel between the boards and gentlyhammer the top to pry up the tile or floorboard.Sprinkle more baby powder underneath the board to seal the excess space causing the squeaking.

�If your drains are draining slowly or clogged completely, try a de-clogging gel that clears thetoughest clogs at a fraction of the cost of a plumberhouse call. Liquid-Plumr’s new Penetrex Gel is a fast-acting, powerful formula that can clear thetoughest clogs in just seven minutes.

�Mend unsightly holes or tears in your windowscreens by using a screwdriver to straighten thebends in the mesh and dabbing clear nail polish to seal the hole. Allow it to dry. Then repeat the polish application until the hole is completely sealed.

�A wobbly table leg may seem hard, but it’s a surprisingly easy repair. Just figure out how it’sattached to the seat. Then either screw the leg backinto its socket or glue it back into place.

Fix-it resources abound online and at your localbookstore. But here’s a few to get you started:

Facebook.com/LiquidPlumr: Most clogged drains are caused by hair.Get tips on how to keep all drains clear.

BeJane.com: A site where women of all ages and skill levels can findanswers to home improvement questions and connect with others forinspiration and advice.

“Dare to Repair” by Julie Sussman: This book offers a “do-it-herself”guide to fixing almost anything in the home.


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