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Age strong! Live long! It is our hope that the information provided in this special section will help the Seniors in our communities live healthy and happy for the rest of their lives! We also hope many of the very important caregivers find information that will help them provide the desired quality of care our Seniors deserve.
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ConnectionSenior
Older Americans MonthAge Strong! Live Long!
2010May 23,
Patients have rated us as outstanding –Would recommend this hospital 95%
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Our Mission: Promoting health, independence and choice
Our Mission: Improving the health and well-being of olderadults and caregivers
• Information, assistance and referral services• Care management and care planning including in
home service arrangement• Options counseling for long-term care• Assistance for individuals wishing to return home
after a nursing home stay• Veterans Directed home care program• Calhoun County senior transportation• Prescription assistance• Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program—enrollment,
counseling, and assistance
Creating choices forliving for older adults,
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Our Mission: Keeping older adults at homeCentraCare is part of the National PACE Association (Program of All Inclu-sive Care for the Elderly). It is a medical/social center-based model of man-aged care for older adults at risk of nursing home placement.• Center-based health care and support services• Primary care, nursing, social work and specialty care• Occupational, physical, and recreational therapy• Prescriptions and total medication monitoring• Medical supplies and durable medical equipment• Daily transportation• Center based group activities• Homemaking, home health and personal care• Home delivered meals and nutritional counseling• Inpatient, laboratory and outpatient services
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We’re working together to helpolder adults stay healthy and at home.
We’re working together to helpolder adults stay healthy and at home.
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Welcome to our first edition of Senior Connection.
May is Older American’s Month, and the theme this year is Age Strong! Live Long!
It is our hope that the information provided in this special section will help the Seniors in our communities live healthy and happy for the rest of their lives! We also hope many of the very important caregivers find information that will help them provide the desired quality of care our Seniors deserve.
We would like to thank the following contributors: Calhoun County Senior Services Senior Health Partners Region 3B Area Agency on Aging Art Center of Battle Creek Southwest Michigan Eye Center We would also like to thank the many advertisers featured herein. Their support made it possible to provide Senior Connection 2010 to our readers.
Enjoy this section, and if you have someone you know that would benefit from the information inside, please share this copy with them or pick up another copy at: Battle Creek Enquirer 155 West Van Buren Street Battle Creek, Michigan 49017 (269) 964-7161
If you have any comments on this section or would like to work with us on our next edition of Senior Connection, please contact:
Lesa Nye Senior Advertising Manager Battle Creek Enquirer (269) 966-0570
I would also like to thank our designer, Brittnee Chappell of Battle Creek for composing Senior Connection 2010.
Sincerely,
Lesa E. Nye
ConnectionSenior
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BARRY COUNTY COMMISSION ON AGING
Barry County Commission On Aging320 West Woodlawn Avenue | Hastings, Michigan 49058
Phone: (269) 948-4856 | Fax: (269) 948-3336 • www.barrycounty.org
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Age 60 or better?Want to stay in your own home but need a little help?Contact the caring professionals at the Barry County Commission on Aging
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In theBeginning - Carl Gibson Calhoun County Senior Services
The Older Americans Act, which was passed in 1965, created federal and state funding and the primary vehicle for organizing and delivering community-based programs to assist senior citizens. These funds are fun-neled into communities to provide health, access and social services for many older Americans, especially those seniors at risk of losing their inde-pendence. While the OAA has been amend-ed and service types and delivery methods have been changed over the past 45 years, one thing remains the same: the funds provided by federal and state sources are never enough to meet the huge need and demand for services by the older citizens of any specific community, including Calhoun County senior citizens. This historically had resulted in waiting lists for eligible seniors to receive the services they needed to remain inde-pendent and in their own homes. Recognizing this gap, a group of concerned Calhoun County citizens spearheaded a successful effort in 1996 to place a proposal before the voters of the county. The propos-al asked the voters whether they wanted a special millage to be cre-ated that would help to fund more services for the seniors of Calhoun County and they said Yes. This pub-lic endorsement has been repeated twice since then—2000 and 2006.
There will be another Senior Mill-age renewal option this year, to be placed before the voters at the August 3, 2010 primary. (If you have interest on working with the inde-pendent campaign committee, con-tact them at 269.979.1479 x102 or email [email protected].) The underlying philosophy of the
senior mil lage is not to replace any funding dollars that are coming into our county from other sources, such as fed-eral and state funds, but rather to supply funding for needs
that are not being met by these other sources, including family and personal resources. It’s a vital source of funds for at least 14 agencies serv-ing seniors, particularly since other funding sources and recreation pro-grams in this area are more focused on youth and early education initia-tives. Wide Variety of Services The fully array of services funded for this calendar year are displayed on the next page. In 2009 there were 6,749 citizens who received services throughout the county. Examples include 610 individuals provided over 25,000 rides from Community Action, Area Agency on Aging and Forks Senior Center; 347 clients enjoying 79,856 meals in their homes or community cen-ters; 361 citizens receiving dental
services at the Family Health Center and the Fountain Clinic; and over 270 seniors strengthened and more active by participating at 11 Senior Health Partners program sites from Albion, Homer, Tekonsha, Athens, Marshall, Battle Creek and more. It’s getting new eyeglasses, it’s provid-ing adult day care services, and it’s much more. But what do these numbers really mean? It’s more than just servic-es rendered by specific agencies, it’s critical outcomes received by individuals that improve their choic-es and quality of life. Those rides take someone from their home to a medical appointment, job site, meal with friends, or simply get their hair done—maybe the only chance to get outside their home once a week. That dental service may be more than resolving a toothache; it’s improving nutrition with great-er ability to eat; it’s being treated with dignity when someone does not have the resources to pay cash for dental care down the street. For older adults newly strengthened and active, it’s new freedom—the abil-ity and desire to explore, visit new settings and events instead of being isolated in the home, unable to move or get around safely. It’s someone saying: “Thank you so much for the services you provided and how nice you are treated at this office. I was so happy to finally get some glass-es.” And it’s quality care and car-ing, freeing up a family member to
work while their loved one is being active with other adults: one fam-ily member writes “Just wanted to send this card to thank you and your entire staff for the wonderful care and support you provided for P…” Citizen Guided Services A group of 13 citizens, including three County Commissioners, are appointed by the Board of Com-missioners to serve on the Senior Millage Allocation Committee. It is the responsibility of this com-mittee to make annual funding recommendations to the County Commissioners. This Committee is seeking applications for new members, particularly from south-western portions of the county. Call the Office of Senior Services at (269) 781-0846 to learn how you can participate. Helping make decisions to improve the life choic-es of other older adults will also change your life too. While we may never have enough money to take care of all of the needs of all of the seniors in our county, the senior millage gives hope and peace of mind to many citizens of our county that the services they need will be available when they need them. Our purpose is to make your life worth living, with safety, digni-ty, and independence. Our bro-chure and services are also listed at www.calhouncountymi.gov/seniorservices.
For more information about any
Senior Millage
funded services, or a
presentation in your
community, call:
Calhoun County
Office of Senior
Services at
269-781-0846
315 West Green StreetMarshall, MI 49068, Office: 269-781-0846Toll free: 877-645-5243 • Fax: 269-781-0770www.calhouncountymi.gov
CALHOUN COUNTY
2010 FUNDED SERVICES
FUNDING CHOICES FOR SENIORS
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America is growing older. Accord-ing to the U.S. Census Bureau, there are more than 35 million older adults. This number will grow to over 70 million by the year 2030. In fact, the fast-e s t g rowin g segment of the population is those over the age of 85. As more and more Americans live into their 80’s and 90’s, their adult children and relatives will assume
Family Caregivingin the United States - Linda Grap Senior Health Partners
increasing responsibility for their care. Today, there are 45 million family members or friends provid-ing unpaid care to an older adult.
The econom-ic value of that care is estimated at $310 billion annually. In fo rmal ,
unpaid care provided by family is recognized as the mainstay of long-term care for older adults. Family caregiving delays or prevents nurs-
ing home placement and allows older family members to maintain their inde-pendence and live at home much longer. But caregiving takes its toll. When surveyed, caregiv-ers report having one or more chronic conditions at nearly twice the rate of noncaregivers. Stress, depression, fatigue and burnout are common caregiver complaints.
In Calhoun County, there are many services to help family members care for their loved ones at home. Adult Day Care, in-home personal care, care management, suppor t groups, respite care and transportation are just a few services that families may find helpful. Many of these programs and ser-
To learn more about help
available for family
caregivers, contact:
Senior Health
Partners at
269-441-0920
vices are available free or at low cost depending on the income of the care recipient. The National Family Caregiver Support Program, funded by the Area Agency on Aging and oper-ated by Senior Health Partners provides information and assis-tance to help caregivers access services that will best meet their needs. Senior Health Partners is a community partnership founded by Battle Creek Health System and includes the Area Agency on Aging, Cetra Care and Summit Pointe.
In fact, the fastest growingsegment of the population is those over the age of 85.
in downtown Battle CreekShopping, nightlife, concerts, and dining...downtown Battle Creek offers it all.
Merchants, maps, events, and more available onlineat downtownbattlecreek.com.
Free open-air entertainment!
Events held weather permitting. Dates subject to change. Seating is festival-style (bring your own), available on a first come, first serve basis. Free and open to the public.
PostBandConcert Series
Thursdays7 PMJune 17, 24 & July 1, 8, 15, 22
Mill Race ParkCapital Avenue at Michigan Avenue
Fridays5 - 8 PMJuly 16*,23,30 & August 6, 13, 20*, 27
* Outdoormovies follow
Mill Race ParkCapital Avenue at Michigan Avenue
Wednesdays11:45AM-1PMJuly 7, 14, 21, 28
June 30
August 4, 11, 18, 25FestivalMarketSquare
McCamly Avenue at Jackson StreetLunch hourmusic at the farmersmarket.
Acclaimedworldmusic with a regional flavor.
Join us to celebrate Post Band’s 87th season.
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June 18, July 16 &August 20
Mill Race ParkCapital Avenue at Michigan Avenue
Kickback inthisopen-airenvironandenjoythemusic (and
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The Village of Mill CreekA SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY
• Rent is based on income• Seniors 62 and Older• No Application Fee• Pet Friendly• Active Social Program• Private Rear Terrace• Computer Room/Library• Free Personal Help Button
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
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300 Carl Avenue,Battle Creek, Michigan 49037
269-962-0605
According to the American Health Care Association, nearly half of all Americans will need long-term care at some point in their lives. However, most people spend more time planning their television view-ing then preparing for the future long-term care needs. Discussing long-term care needs, especially out-of-home care, shouldn’t be a conversation we avoid until the need arises. Here are a few areas to help get the conversation going:
Have theConversation . . . - Karla Fales, CEO, Region 3B Area Agency on Aging
1. How will I pay for my long-term care needs? Financial concerns are often the most
challenging part of the long-term care puzzle because they involve a serious look at your assets, your real estate, cur-rent and future income, and other estate-related areas. However, don’t think your
estate isn’t large enough to benefit from careful planning. Stacey Lott, an elder law attorney in Battle Creek, stresses, “It is important to conserve smaller estates and businesses for the people you love. Planning allows you to control your future, and more importantly, give health care directives so there won’t be any doubt as to your wishes.” 2. What are my options? Long-term care includes a lot more options than just nursing homes. In-home care is the normally the most affordable and appealing option for long-term care needs that arise as we age. In-home care
services range from light housekeeping to full nursing services. Other community options include senior housing, either independent or assisted living. Assisted living facilities offer assistance with a variety of services such as health care management and monitoring, housekeeping, medication reminders, bathing, dressing, eating and other activities of daily living. Both senior housing complexes and assisted living also have the added benefit of providing recreational and social activities, com-munity meeting areas and even transpor-
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By having the conversation, you can communicate your needs, wishes, and desires
clearly and insure that others are aware of them.
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PROBATEWILLS & TRUSTS
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963-8484835 Golden AvenueNear Beadle Lake Rd.
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tation. 3. What signs should I look for that it is time to talk about long-term care needs? First, any time is the right time – the sooner, the better. It is difficult to make informed, responsive decisions at the time of crisis. However, here are some things to watch for that may signal the need for more active conversation about health and safety and the need for some type of assistance:• Isolation or depression – With-drawing from social contact, changes in eating or sleeping habits, disinterest in hobbies or other activities.• Daily activities – Difficulty with dressing, eating or walking. Watch for changes in how they keep their house, when or if they get dressed, etc.
• Fall risk – Falls are a clear sign that needs have changed. Often it is a mat-ter of making some modifications to the home, such as removing throw rugs and adding grab bars . However, consider that a fall puts seniors at greater risk for out-of-home nursing care. • Changes in think-ing/cognitive abil-ity – Watch for forget-fulness that extends beyond simple “senior moments”, as well as changes in decision making. Not only can this impact the abil-ity to make judgments about issues of health
and safety, it also increases the risk for financial exploitation and other abuse.• Increase in medical needs – Small changes in medical needs can be antici-
pated. Adding an oxygen tank or addi-tional medications should not require out-of-home care initially, but over time medical needs may significantly impact
a person’s ability to remain living in their own home with assistance. There are many things to consider when discuss-ing long-term care needs – the system can be com-plex and somewhat over-whelming, especially if confronted at the time of an emergency. Having a discussion about a per-son’s long-term care wish-es in advance will be help-ful when the time comes to make more concrete
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Serving Calhoun, Barry, Branch,Eaton, Jackson, Hillsdale,St. Joseph and Kalamazoo Counties
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LIFESPANYour total home care solution
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Serving Breakfast All Day7:00 am - 2:00 pmMon-SunPOT OF COFFEE185 Capital Avenue269-964-6790
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• Dementia• Renal Failure• Home Dialysis• COPD
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Bobbi Easter, Administrator/Manager/LicenseeAssisted Living - End of Life Care (a licensed Adult Foster Care Home) in
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The basic services we offer are:• Assistance with sorting, downsizing and
organizing
• Packing, unpacking and new home set-up
• Assistance with dispersal of unwanted items
• Coordinating and overseeing movers
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• Other professional service referrals
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Senior Move Assistance, LLCSERVING 19 COUNTIESwww.seniormoveassistance.comPhone 269.487.5018
If you need more information about long-term care options and resources,
contact the Aging and Disability
Resource Line of your local
Area Agency on Aging at
269-966-2450
decisions about the daily care of loved ones. The best scenario is one where the older adult, their spouse, and other family members or informal support par-ticipants have realistically evaluated both the current situation and planned for and discussed the impact of changes in the short or long-term future. By planning ahead, you can find the quality of care and quality of life that you desire either at home, at an assisted living facility or in a nursing home. By having the conversation, you can communicate your needs, wishes, and desires clearly and insure that others are aware of them. By being willing to have the conversation before the need arises, the transition can be less stressful and everyone involved understands what you desire or need in terms of long-term care. Have the conver-sation . . . today.
Debra Beard, MD
Kerri Murray, MD, FACS Christopher Wilhelmson, MD
NORTH AVENUE INTERNAL MEDICINE632 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017
(269) 969-6145
INFECTIOUSDISEASE/PULMONARYMEDICINE363 Fremont Street, Suite 200, Battle Creek,MI 49017
(269) 966-8302
Tarek El Shaarawy, MDVASCULARSURGERY
363 Fremont Street, Suite 200, Battle Creek, MI 49017(269) 966-8302
an affiliate of Battle Creek Health System
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(269) 966-8350
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Care Community Example of an actual competitorSinge Unit $1,300 (lowest) $2,940 (lowest)Base RateLEVELS OF CARELevel 1 $0 $500Level 2 $0 $1,500Level 3 $0 $2,000Alzheimer’s Care $0 $2,000Move-In Fee $800 $2,490First month $2,050 $3,445Monthly Rent $1,300 $2,940
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• Shirley Jankowski, Administrator NAPW Professional Woman of the Year 2010-2011• Region 3B Area Agency on Aging Quality Service Award for Respite and Day Care Services.
2 6 9 - 9 6 8 - 3 3 6 5 • 565 GENERAL AVE., SPRINGFIELD (Across from Caster Chapel)
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Art programs enrich and enhancethe lives of older adults through:
• Recreation • Self Expression• Communication • Socialization
• Intellectual Stimulation• Emotional Well-Being • Physical Benefits
(269) 962-9511 or (269) 964-9680www.artcenterofbattlecreek.org
It has long been known that for people of every age, the act of creation is life-enhancing and nourishing to the human spirit . And t h e b e n -efits aren’t just spir i -tual: recent studies by the George Washington University Center on Aging, Health & Humanities demonstrated that even when all the other variables are the same, older adults who participate in art programs have fewer doctor visits and
We know Art benef itsthe Spirit and the Body! - Linda Holderbaum, Executive Director Art Center of Battle Creek
lower healthcare costs, use less medica-tion, experience a lower rate of depres-sion, and have fewer risk factors for enter-
ing long-term care. Here are just a few areas where art pro-grams enrich and enhance
the lives of older adults:• Recreation—Creating a craft project, making decorations for a special event, illustrating a thought, making something
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Seniors who participate in the arts are less likely to experience feelings of
loneliness and isolation.
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M a y i s Older Ameri-cans Month—a t r a d i t i o n dating back to 1963 to honor the legacies and ongoing contributions
of older Americans and support them as they enter the next stage in life. Region 3B Area Agency on Aging is joining communities nationwide in celebrating this month with special activities and events. This year’s Older Americans Month theme—Age Strong! Live Long!—recognizes the diversity and vitality of today’s older Americans who span three generations. They have lived through wars and hard times, as well as periods of unprecedented prosper-ity. They pioneered new technologies in medicine, communications, and industry while spearheading a cul-tural revolution that won equal rights for minorities, women, and disabled Americans. These remarkable achievements demonstrate the strength and char-acter of older Americans, and under-score the debt of gratitude we owe to the generations that have given our society so much. But the con-t r ib u t i o ns o f older Americans are not only in the past. Older Americans are living longer and are more active than ever before.
Older Americans Month 2010 - Karla Fales, Executive Director Region 3B Area Agency on Aging
Age Strong! Live Long! Alzheimer’s Association
1-800-337-3827
American Cancer Society 1-800-227-2345
Arthritis Foundation 1-800-968-3030
Barry County Commission on Aging269-948-4856
Burnham Brook Community Center269-965-0000
Calhoun County Senior Services269-781-0846 or 877-645-5243
Caregiver Resource Network of West Michigan888-456-5664
Centra Care PACE Program 269-441-9300
Community Action Food and Nutritional Services
269-966-2466 or 877-422-2726
Community Action Foster Grandparent Program
269-965-7768
Community Action Transportation Dispatch
800-994-9876 or 269-565-4144
Community Health Care Connections Prescription Assistance
269-969-6494
Disability Network of Southwestern Michigan
269-345-1516
Family Health Center - Albion517-629-6540
Family Health Center - Battle Creek 269-966-2625
Forks Senior Center of Albion517-629-3842
Aging and Disability Resources
We’ve established a list of contact information for various agencies
and services.
And with the aging of the baby boomer generation—the largest in our nation’s history—America’s senior population is expected to number 71.5 million by 2030. While keeping the growing population of older Americans healthy and active will increase the demand for senior services, what is remarkable is the extent to which older Ameri-cans themselves are suppor t ing each other. As the new generations of seniors become better educated and more financially secure than their predecessors, they are spending more time making significant contributions in their communities through civic and vol-unteer opportunities. I n f a c t , o l d e r Americans are a core component of service delivery to seniors—embody-ing and modeling the drive to Age Strong! Live Long! They vol-unteer at congregate meal sites and deliver food to homebound
Contact Region 3B Area Agency on Aging by visiting our website at www.region3b.org
or by calling 269-966-2450 to find out what you can do to strengthen services for older Americans,
this month and all year round.
seniors; they help each other with home repair, shopping and errands; and they provide vital tax preparation, Medicare and Medicare benefits counseling, and a myriad of activities, some seen, some often unnoticed. Their energy and com-mitment reminds all Americans—not just seniors and their caregivers—to
do their part to enhance the qual-ity of life for older generations. T h e a n n u a l commemoration of Older Ameri-cans Month is our oppor tunity to
recognize the contributions of older citi-zens and join them in providing services and support that empower and care for the older citizens of our community.
They have lived through wars and hard times,
as well as periods of unprecedented prosperity.
Aging and Disability Resources
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Foster and Adoptive Family Resource and Support Center
269-660-0448
Fountain Clinic of Marshall 269-781-0952
Guardian Finance and Advocacy Services 269-963-3253 or 866-963-3253
Legal Hotline for Seniors 800-347-5297
Legal Services of South Central Michigan 269-965-3951 or 800-688-3951
Long Term Care Ombudsman 866-485-9393
Marian Burch Adult Day Care269-962-1750
Michigan Assisted Living Association 800-482-0118
Michigan Dept. of Human Services Energy
Assistance Hotline 800-292-5650
Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program
800-803-7174
National Council on Aging 202-479-1200
Region 2 Area Agency on Aging800-335-7881
(Jackson, Hillsdale, Lenawee counties, MI)
Region IIIA Area Agency on Aging269-373-5147
(Kalamazoo County, MI)
Region IIIC Area Agency on Aging888-615-8009
(Branch & St. Joe counties, MI)
Senior and Disability Resource Line866-642-4582
Senior Health Partners269-441-0948
Social Security Administration 800-772-1213
Veterans Affairs877-222-8387
Vulnerable Adult Help Line800-996-6228
Physical Activity - the Magic Bullet for Good Health As an older adult, regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. It can prevent many of the health prob-lems that seem to come with age. It also helps your muscles grow stronger so you can keep doing your day-to-day activities without becoming dependent on others. Not doing any physical activity can be bad for you, no matter your age or health conditions. Keep in mind, some physical
- Linda Grap Senior Health Partners
activity is better than none at all. Your health benefits will increase with the more physical activity
that you do. S o … how much activity is r i g h t f o r you? If you are 65 years
of age or older, are generally fit, and have no limiting health con-ditions, you should aim for 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity (like brisk walking) every
week. Added to that, you should aim for muscle-s t r e n g t h e n i n g activities at least twice a week. This workout should include all the major mus-cle groups (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms). Source: Centers for Disease Control If you have a chronic dis-ease, exercise is especially important. Talk to your phy-sician or health professional to determine the best exer-cise plan for you. Everyone can do something and our community offers a variety of free and low cost options for older adults at every fit-ness level. You don’t have to do it
all at once. Customize your activity plan to work best for you so you keep doing it. Ten minutes of walking two or three times at day adds up pretty quickly. If you have a dog to walk, both you and your pet will benefit. Or, choose a few exercises you can do while you are watching your favorite TV show. Get up and move around during the commercials. Do some stretches. The best news about the benefit of physical activity is - It is never too late to start! Even if you have never exer-cised in your life… or at least not since high school gym class… it is not too late. Get started today and you will be surprised at how quickly you experi-ence results.
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to give as a gift—creating artwork is a pleasurable way to spend leisure time. • Self-Expression—By making a work of art, we announce: “This is who I am. This is what I have to say.” Expressive art can provide vivid access to memories, and is a useful starting point for reminiscence and life review. The act of creating allows us another way to share our lives.• Communication—Peo-ple who have dif f iculty expressing themselves ver-bally are often able to com-municate through visual means. In cases of stroke, Alzheimer’s, or other con-ditions resulting in speech difficulty, visual art can pro-
vide an alternative to verbal communica-tion. A picture can indeed be worth 1,000 words.• Socialization—Seniors who participate in the arts are less likely to experience feelings of loneliness and isolation. Art
is a way of intro-ducing ourselves to others. People are more likely to “come out of their shells” dur-ing shared experi-ences of play, fun and spontaneity. Friendships grow during coopera-tive projects, or just from working side by side.
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• Intellectual Stimulation—The act of creating is a great way to exercise the brain and encourage retention of cogni-tive abilities. An art project can represent a stimulating challenge to be met, and in addition, can increase orientation and awareness for persons who are cogni-tively impaired. • Emotional Well-Being—Creative activ-ity taps into the emotions and allows us to more openly feel and express them. Participation in the arts has been shown to decrease stress and depression, as well as enhancing self-esteem.• Physical Benefits—Drawing, sculpt-ing or assembling artwork is beneficial to coordination and small motor move-ments. And several studies have shown that creative activity lessens pain and even benefits the immune system!
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Take Care of Those Who Take Care Did you know that more than 50 mil-lion people – over 16% of the population – provide care for a chronically ill, dis-abled, or aged family member or friend? And with the cultur-al trend to helping individuals remain in their homes as long as possible, the ranks of caregivers will continue to swell. Caregiv-ers can, however, become the hidden victims of long-term ill-ness, as family caregivers, who are often older themselves and mostly female, tend to neglect their own health and emotional
- Karla Fales, CEO, Region 3B Area Agency on Aging
needs. What has caused this growth in the number of family caregivers? Several
factors have contributed in recent years – among them, medical breakthroughs that have turned once fatal diseases into
chronic illnesses; individuals living health-ier lives longer; supportive programs for those wishing to remain in their homes;
and the cost of long-term care versus in-home care. Research shows that care giving affects different people in dif-ferent ways, sometimes based on gender, age, socio-economic factors, and ethnicity. The group that felt the most stressed in
their care giving roles were white adult daughters and Mexican American wives. White male spouses, in contrast, were the
least stressed. According to Dr. Sharon Lewis of the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, men often receive the most help in their care-giving role and may approach their care giving as a business, a task that needs to be done. Because social norms perceive women as natural caregivers throughout their life, there seems to be less support and identification of the challenges women also face in caring for an aged spouse or child. No matter the reason, all caregivers require support in their roles to help pre-
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Research shows that care giving affects different people in different ways, sometimes
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N T Rvent caregiver burnout. Many programs are developing that are designed to do just that – support care-givers. Burnham Brook, though funding from the Office of Services to the Aging, partners with Senior Health Partners, Fos-ter and Adoptive Parent Resource Center, and Barry County Commission on Aging to provide support and resources through the National Family Caregivers Program. These support programs should provide what Lewis’ group says is essential – help with dealing with challenging behaviors, coping skills in changing relationships, grief, loss, depression and positive thinking, as well as the legal aspects of care giv-ing. Through support groups, special programs, educational material, and paid respite care for caregivers, these programs help care givers recharge and refocus. But who are these caregivers? Caregiv-ers include not only spouses, but other older adults who find themselves in the role of kinship caregiver – caring for a child, often a grandchild. Many caregiv-ers are other family members such as children caring for parents and siblings. There are a growing number of caregivers that are non-relatives as well, sometimes neighbors, or friends. Speaking at a recent seminar on care giving at the National Institutes of Health, Chloe JonPaul, the Maryland state repre-sentative for the National Family Caregiv-ers Association, said that self care (for caregivers) is NOT a luxury, “It is your right as a human being.” Some tips that JonPaul shared include:• Reward yourself with mini-breaks, use
paid or volunteer respite when needed• Keep up on your own health mainte-nance• Exercise, even if its just walking around your house or deep breathing• Attack the problem, not the person. • Don’t be afraid to ask for help – your health and welfare, and that of your loved one, may depend upon it.• Use every tool you can find – local groups, web-based support networks like www.nfcacares.org, reading materials, friends, churches, etc.
• B lock out negative thoughts. Think “want to”, not “have to.” The most common reasons care-givers stated as why they provide care is to “keep my {loved one} at home” and
“they would do it for me.”• You goal is to never say, “I should have”, or “I would have.” Make sure you’ll be able to say, “I did it.” Caregivers can become emotionally or physically drained and may experi-ence financial stress. Many are also deal-ing with their own health issues. Using the resources available, the incidence of these feelings can often be reduced or effectively managed. Also keep in mind, these feelings are normal, and most care-givers experience them at some point. But, a few hours of respite, provided by a program like that offered by Burnham Brook or from another relative or neigh-bor, may be needed. Although care giving is physically and emotionally challenging at times, few caregivers later say they wished they had not done it. For many, these feelings may even come some years after they
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The selected offices in Michigan have also agreed to provide complimentary hearinghealth screenings at no charge, and additional hearing exams necessary to determinean individual’s need for hearing aids. Please be advised that all hearing testing andcounseling will be conducted by Michigan Licensed Specialists.
In addition, this Hearing Stimulus Package will provide each individual with a60 day exchange privilege on all hearing aid technology, hearing aid batteries at specialdiscounts, and guaranteed lowest pricing on all hearing technology. Those individualswho currently have older hearing aid technology will be given a trade-in value of thosehearing aids off of current manufacturer’s suggested hearing aid pricing.
Those individuals interested in taking advantage of this Hearing Stimulus Packagecan use the voucher received in the mail, or they can request their $1,000 voucherby calling the phone number listed below. Once the designated office receives thevoucher or is contacted by the individual, a date and time for the required hearingscreening examination will be arranged to determine their qualification for the$1,000 voucher. Unfortunately, this stimulus package will be limited to the first2,000 individuals throughout Michigan that apply and qualify for this offer.
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New Drug TherapyAge-Related Macular Degeneration Age-related macular degeneration, or AMD, is a leading cause of blindness in America for those over the age of 65. Macular degeneration is a deterio-ration or breakdown of the mac-ula. When the macula does not function correctly central vision will be blurred resulting in a dark area or distortion. There are two forms of macular degeneration; dry or atrophic and wet or exudative macular degeneration. In the dry form patient’s tend to have a very slow progressive loss of vision associated
with loss of the pigment photoreceptor cells of the retina. In the wet form there is more sudden severe loss of vision due to
growth of abnormal blood vessels under-neath the retina that can accumulate fluid and blood. Patients with wet macular degeneration tend to experience wavy
distorted lines or a dark spot appearing in the central vision. A proper balanced diet and nutrition-
al supplements may help pre-vent progression of dry AMD. The large multi-center AREDS study sponsored by the National Institute of Health (NIH) showed that supplementation with Vita-mins E, C, Zinc and Vitamin A will
help prevent progression of dry AMD for those who already have moderate retinal changes. Patients should also test their vision daily with an Amsler Grid to look
for any subtle distortion of vision. Those with a strong family history should be fol-lowed regularly by their Ophthalmologist and focus on nutritional prevention. Treatment of the wet form of macular degeneration has changed substantially over the past few years. Over the past two decades the treatment of choice has been the use of Argon or thermal lasers whereby leaking retinal blood vessels were treated heavily leaving a scar which would leave a permanent imprint in the retina. In 2000 the first drug therapy,
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A proper balanced diet and nutritional supplements may help prevent progression
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There are several new drugs now available for treatment of wet AMD. The first drug Macugen, was FDA approved in 2005. Macugen is given as an injection into the eye every 6 weeks for 1-2 years. There is a great commitment to treatment with such a f requency of injections. There is a small risk of infec-tion in the eye from these injections. Another simi lar drug Lucentis with more potent VEGF inhibiting capabil-ity is also given as an injection into the vitreous cavity
of the eye. This drug is the “gold standard” for wet AMD treatment however a competing drug from the same company, Avastin which is FDA approved for treatment of colon cancer, has similar potency as Lucentis and can be used “off-
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Regeneron may be as effective given every 2-3 months rather than every month into the eyes with Lucentis. In conclusion, if you are over age 60 or have a family history of macular degeneration, it is important to have close follow-up with your Ophthalmologist.
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Females aged 75 years of age and older make up 75% of the elder abuse cases reported in Michigan. They often live alone or with a fam-ily member, have little contact with the outside world, have incomes under $10,000 a year, and are often mentally or physi-cally impaired. Other fac-tors such as the intensity of the older adult’s illness or dementia, a history of domestic violence in the home, and the
PreventingElder Abuse- Karla Fales, CEO, Region 3B Area Agency on Aging
older adult’s own tendency toward verbal or physical aggression increase the likeli-hood of abuse. Prevention is especially
important because the majority of elder abuse cases go unreported.
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Keep the lines of communication open so that the loved one feels comfortable talking
about abusive behaviors.
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Key elements in the prevention of elder abuse are education, enforcement and intervention. The public can help to pre-vent elder abuse by helping to educate seniors, professionals, caregivers, and others about elder abuse. If you can-not directly help, you can volunteer or donate money to the cause of educating
people about elder abuse. Encourage law enforcement agencies to prosecute elder abuse when they find it. Mental health professionals, social workers, nurses, and lawyers can step up interventions. Caretakers can prevent abusing their elderly charges by staying healthy and getting medical care for themselves
when necessary. They can seek out local resources for respite care when necessary. Get professional help for drug or alcohol abuse, seek counseling for depression, and/or make contact with domestic vio-lence prevention services. Family members and friends who are not caregivers of the elder can
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help to prevent abuse as well. They can watch for warning signs that might indi-cate elder abuse. Make sure that the elderly person is eating properly and tak-ing required medications. A weakened elder cannot think clearly about the care being given. Fa m i ly m e m b e r s shou ld scan bank accounts and credit card statements for unauthorized trans-actions. If you can get permission from the older adult, watch for possible financial exploitation. Call and visit as frequently as you are able. Keep the
lines of communication open so that the loved one feels comfortable talking about abusive behaviors. Older adults can protect themselves as well. You can plan for your own financial future with a trusted person or persons.
Make sure that your finances are in order: beneficiaries of insur-ance policies and IRAs; durable power of attor-ney; your will; a living will for healthcare instruc-tions; any trusts you wish to create; titles to your assets, and so on. Be socially active and avoid social isolation,
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which can make you vulnerable to elder abuse. Keep in touch with family and friends. If you are not happy with the care you are receiving from your family or from another caregiver in your home, speak up. You have a right to your preferences. If you live in a long-term-care facil-ity and have no one close to you who can speak up for you when you are not happy about your care, contact your state’s Long-Term-Care Ombudsman. The Ombudsman’s charter is to be your advocate and to intervene when necessary. For caregivers
Call 211 for further direction or call
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if you know or have concerns that someone
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who are burnout, lack support, or the skill to care for their loved one, there are resources available in our community. For instance, the National Family Care-giver Support Program is a federal funded program to help caregivers in all areas as well as offer occasional respite in or out of the home. For more information call Senior Health Partners at (269) 441-0920
or website at www.seniorhealthpart-ners.com. Another avail-able resource is the Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors 1-800-347-5297. The Legal Hotline offers legal advice
from attorneys and information regarding the care of an older person. They are not just attorneys they are “counselors that care” and alleviate many of the concerns of older people, bringing peace of mind and offering real solutions that make life better. It is help-ful to have the consent of the elder who is being cared for, but they can give basic information to anyone who calls. The Calhoun County Elder Abuse Coali-tion’s mission is to reduce the abuse of vulnerable seniors through community awareness, education, prevention, and protocol. If you are interested in joining the coalition, contact Region 3B Area Agency on Aging at 269-966-2450. Remember there is no excuse for elder abuse!!
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