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74-Year74-Year oldold standsstands guardguard atat MaconMacon StateState CollegeCollege WarnerWarner RobinsRobins Campus!Campus! StoryStory onon pagepage 22 November 2012 Vol. 26, No. 11 Page 2 • November 2012 • Senior News • Macon On the Cover 74-Year old stands guard at Macon State College Warner Robins Campus by JANE WINSTON the Macon State College campus in ly in her uniform. She indi- Warner Robins to ensure those who cates there are few problems COVER: attend classes there are always safe! on the campus, but if there Carrie Kerney on campus Miss Carrie, as the students call is one she feels she cannot her, spends her days keeping a handle, a 911 call brings watchful eye on the campus while back-up ASAP! And she Septuagenarians, have in the- mixing with the students, faculty and was quick to add that she ory, earned the right to sit in front of other workers. This diminutive lady, has, in her nearly two years, the television and guard the remote who is much bigger than her stature called very, very seldom. control, but not septuagenarian indicates, stands straight and tall, But she will... and the stu- Carrie Kerney. She prefers being on represents authority and dents know that! her feet 40 hours a week guarding AlliedBarton Security Services nice- Carrie is what I call a “decade lady” in that each decade she lived in a differ- ent state! She was born in Tennessee, turned 10 in Carrie and the golf cart the Mississippi, 20 in Illinois, security officers use 30 in Texas, 40 in Georgia, 50 in Ohio, 60 and 70 back in Georgia. Many of the moves obviously occurred when she years. Additionally, she gives hours was a child, but when she married an and hours of service to her local Air Force man, she continued mov- church, Sacred Heart Catholic ing around for 19 more years. Her Church, as well as to the Savannah husband passed away when their Diocese where she serves as a leader youngest son was eight, so from in the Black Ministry. there on she became a single mom When free time allows, she loves with four children to care for. She to kick back and read mysteries. worked at RAFB at one point, but Carrie attributes her long, healthy saw a better opportunity with DESC life to “good genes,” and attributes in Dayton, Ohio; so she packed up other aspects of her satisfying life to and moved there where she worked her long-time association with for 32 years. She then retired and “POWERtalk International,” an Carrie with a portion of her family returned to Warner Robins to be near organization devoted to coaching in her loved ones. effective speaking. She meets with Carrie is proud of her four chil- them monthly at RAFB. dren, four grandchildren and two We at Senior News would like to GREAT grandchildren. One of her thank Carrie Kerney for keeping a granddaughters is a sophomore at the watchful eye on the students at the Warner Robins campus, and Carrie Macon State College campus here in herself attended Macon State Warner Robins! College in the mid to late-70’s when ********* it was located at the Robins Air Jane Winston is a free-lance Force Base Resident Center. writer in middle Georgia. If you Carrie has worked a 40-hour know of a senior in the local area week at Macon State campus for whom you would like considered for only the past two years, but she has recognition, please contact her at been selling Avon products for 14 [email protected].
Carrie with co-worker, Tiffany Cain November 2012 • Senior News • Macon • Page 3 Let us entertain you by CLAIRE HOUSER DODD breath-taking. The date of this event is We’ll all be at a loss from our enter- November 10th and December 8th at November 3rd at the Grand Opera tainment venues for awhile, but here Wesleyan College, 4760 Forsyth Street, House. comes Thanksgiving and Christmas to Macon, GA. It features locally grown We enjoyed the “Smithsonian be shared with family and friends. We and produced item: flowers, organic We can only hope as many of Comes to Perry” and saw so many have that precious little three-year old, fruits & vegetables, baked goods, arts & you as possible attended the October friends of long-standing; childhood Matthew, who is a constant miracle. He crafts, music and educational events. 13th performance of the Macon friends, Wesleyan friends, and neighbor- thinks he owns our house and is deter- Call 478-757-5233 for details. Symphony Orchestra, Fanciful Fantasia. hood and surrounding area friends, and mined to redecorate everything, each On Saturday, November 10th at the It could not have been better named. It even met a few cousins we had not met and every time he comes over! Much to Rock Ranch from 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 was fantastic from the beginning to the before... and not to mention the new the amusement and chagrin of us! Have p.m., will be open to the public to enjoy end... especially if you arrived early to friends we met and enjoyed. This was a you ever tried to return everything to its zip lines, hay rides, a corn maze, Tiny hear music Director & Conductor Ward happy musical and cultured venue put proper place behind a three-year old? Town, petting zoo, paddle boats, fishing Stare give an introduction and run own together by some talented people in Impossible! We’re sure some things will and many other activities to enjoy. of each and every piece of music to be Perry. One who practically lived there never, ever be found, much less find its Admission is $15.00 and FREE to chil- performed. He is not only a great con- for the duration of the exhibit was Ellie proper place. (If there was ever one) dren, three-years and under. Discount ductor but also a great and interesting Loudermilk, and the majority of the time The Wesleyan Market will be open tickets are available at all Chic-Fil-A speaker who kept two Wesleyan gradu- we spied her husband Bill helping out in from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Saturday, locations. ates in that field spell-bound. We were one capacity or another. This was a great fortunate to have been educated at a six week extravaganza that covered all Conservatory. Although not music sorts of music from Red Coleman and majors, we were imbibed with it and his dulcimers to Robert McDuffie and Hannah Curlee of The Biggest Loser certainly picked up a great appreciation his violin. We appreciate every bit of which we enjoy to this day. this experience from seeing Chuck is coming to middle Georgia As a conductor, Ward Stare is Leavell of the Rolling Stones and his wife Rose Lane, to all those involved Special to Senior News from 11:00am to 1:30pm at Vineville Unforgettable. His passion is unsur- United Methodist Church, 2045 passed and his artist expertise mixed with the Byron Pop Music Festival and “Remembering the Southern Rock Era,” Vineville Avenue, Macon, Georgia. In with his unbelievable energy is explo- addition to this wonderful opportunity sive. The concert was superb and left by Alan Walden. Walden is a 2003 Coliseum is proud to to hear from Hannah, this event will everybody uplifted with the finale: “An Georgia Music Hall of Fame inductee announce that Hannah Curlee, first and former manager of Lynyrd Skynyrd. runner-up of season 11 of The Biggest also feature free giveaways, free American in Paris.” screenings, health information booths The next performance will be Many of these venues were accompanied Loser, will be speaking at the Healthy with lunch. “Lunch & Learn” was a Habits for Life event. Hannah, who and much more. The cost will be $10 shared with well-known opera singers, and includes lunch and a one-year many of whom come from the great great idea and appreciated by all of those lost 120 pounds on the show, will be attending. sharing her inspirational story of life- H2U membership. For more informa- Ryan Opera Center of Chicago. Most tion or to register, please call 478-746- everyone knows the story of Hansel & We were so honored to have hus- changing weight loss and as well as band Dr. Billy Dodd’s memorabilia some tips on how individuals can 4646 or visit www.coliseumhealthsys- Gretel from our childhood and will love tem.com. (as our conductor does) the addition of included with all these other great musi- achieve their own weight loss and cians. We can see him smiling from health goals. Join Coliseum Health Coliseum is proud to cosponsor the human voices with the Symphony this event with WMGT-Channel 41. Orchestra. The dram promises to be above. System on Wednesday, November 7
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Advertising Account alert to the following ploys, which tions that her husband had ordered ********* Executives have been reported to BBBs: the gift especially for her. Contracts for services alleged- David VonAlmen Delinquent life insurance pre- Kelvin Collins is president- ly signed before the spouse’s Phone: 478-213-5986 mium ploy. An insurance “agent” CEO of the Better Business death. Less-than-ethical people Email: [email protected] phones the surviving spouse, with Bureau of Central Georgia & the offering driveway paving, tree- Jan Tassitano an employee allegedly from the CSRA, Inc. serving 41 counties in trimming or other home-related funeral home also on the line. The Central Georgia and the Central Phone: 770-993-2943 services sometimes visit the Email: [email protected] widower is advised that his wife’s Savannah River Area (CSRA). widow in the weeks after the life insurance premium was delin- This tips column is provided Columnists funeral. When the spouse claims quent and that he must pay $3,000 through the local BBB and the Claire Houser-Dodd they know nothing about having so that the insurance funds can be Council of Better Business Dr. Bill Baggett hired the company, the sales rep released to the funeral home. He is Bureaus. Questions or complaints Christine Coleman produces a contract, allegedly asked for his credit card number to about a specific company or char- Lisa Petsche signed by the husband before his make a partial payment on the pre- ity should be referred directly to Dr. Anne Jones death. The signature is typically the BBB at Phone: 1-800-763- Jane Winston mium and to wire the remaining scribbled or blurred and the serv- amount to the insurance company. 4222, Web site: www.bbb.org or ********* ice is highly priced. The company Published monthly. Business Turns out that both the insurance E-mail: info@centralgeorgia. states that they won’t require the company “representative” and the bbb.org or [email protected]. Office is located at 115 Bigham widow to take the service, but Drive, Warner Robins, GA 31088. Circulation: Metro Atlanta, 31,000; Augusta, 12,000; Macon/Central Georgia, Spiritual Notes 8,000; South Georgia, 5,000. Editorial and advertising copy deadline is the 15th of the month. Preference is given to Let’s Pray! editorial copy submitted earliest. Publishers do not accept any by Dr. Bill Baggett states. There have been thousands of their remarks would bare close liability whatsoever for any Minister to Seniors dollars spent on campaign slogans scrutiny. material supplied by advertisers Dunwoody Baptist Church and all the trappings that go with a We have the freedom of voting or editorial organizations includ- political campaign. our conscience. It is incumbent on ing the use of trademarks, logo- For many reasons this season of each of us to listen to the candidates, types, slogans, or other service Every four years we elect campaigning has been one of the review their record, and make a deci- marks, or any claims made by new leaders for our country. Soon most brutal I have witnessed in my sion as to which one is more capable such organizations and such the polls will open to elect a lifetime. Those selected by their par- to lead our country. organizations indemnify and save President and Vice President of the ties have traded all kinds of accusa- America was founded on a belief harmless the publishers in the United States along with a number tions and sometimes slanderous in God. Many of our national monu- event of any lawsuit or litigation. of other leaders throughout different comments at each other. Many of ments, currency, and Constitution In the event of any publishers' reflect this fact. In 2 Chronicles 7:14 error in the content of any adver- God speaks to King Solomon: “If tisement, maximum liability shall my people who are called by my be limited to the cost of the name will humble themselves, and advertising area in which the Missed your copy pray and seek My face, and turn error occurred. Publishers from their wicked ways, then I will reserve the rights to edit or reject hear from heaven, and will forgive any materials submitted for pub- of Senior News? their sin and heal their land.” Like lication. King Solomon, it is obvious that our Editorial information you forefathers had a strong faith in God would like considered for publi- It’s Still Available... as is evidenced in these founding cation should be mailed to: documents. Senior News, P. O. Box 8389, If you haven’t prayed about this Warner Robins, GA 31095-8389. ...“ON THE WEB” election, consider asking God for His ********* leadership. We should bath this elec- CORPORATE OFFICE tion in prayer. God will hear our Billy R. Tucker, President/Publisher Just visit us at prayers and hopefully heal our Land. Phone: 478-929-3636; 800-752-5037 ********* FAX: 478-929-4258 www.seniornewsga.com www.seniornewsga.com Dr. Baggett can be reached at E-mail: [email protected] Dunwoody Baptist Church, 1445 Mt. Copyright 1987 Vernon Road, Atlanta, GA 30338; Senior News & Views of Georgia and click on “ARCHIVES” phone 770-280-1200. November 2012 • Senior News • Macon • Page 5 Poets’ Corner Editor’s Note: If you have written a It’s all of this that makes life great I am old!!! Why was I not prepared piece “well-worked” poem which you would The things that we can’t ever buy or told? Family and friends gathered around like considered for publication, please It’s the free beauty God gave us I cannot believe this has happened to Oh what a most glorious feast forward it to: Senior News, P. O. Box Beneath the glorious sky “ME.” 8389, Warner Robins, GA 31095-8389. ********* ********* We joyously join hands in prayer Please include your name and address on We solemnly bow our heads your poem. We will publish selected “ME” THE AGING PROCESS We give thanks to the Lord poems (or excerpts) as space permits. by Dorothy Grimes Perry by Marion Jones No truer words were ever said ********* I look in the mirror and what do I The time will come when you finally Sweet potatoes, candied yams TAKE THE TIME TO NOTICE see? get old, Baked macaroni and cheese by Frankie Lee Can this old lady really be me? Then all your stories can now be They say that gluttony is a sin Inside my body I feel so young and told. God forgive us our transgressions, Open up your eyes and see vibrant. Some good, some bad, but now you please The beauty of it all can say, The sunlit sky up so high What ever happened to those really That there’s been so much good Roast beef, honey baked ham The golden leaves that fall great years? along life’s way. Grandma’s deep dish apple pie They brought so much laughter and String beans, collards greens The buds that open up into then the tears. You’ve met some wonderful folks, Another mouthful and I’ll just die A beautiful gift of its own You loose those you love and cared that’s true, The red cardinal as it flys by for Though some have often made you As this day has come to an end In a yard to big to roam Life deals a hand you cannot feel blue. I think of loved ones lost through account for. Just gather everything up and give the years The squirrels as they run and play Then... there is the blessed birth of a thanks for the past, On my knees I bow my head in From tree to tree new Baby! 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478-722-9492 Monroe Ingleside TDD: 800-545-1833, ext. 359 Manor Ingleside Ave. Riverside Dr. Ingleside Manor A Retirement Housing Foundation Community 478 Monroe Hill • Macon, Georgia 31204-2592 You must be 62 years of age or older. Gross income must not exceed $19,150.00 for one person and $21,900.00 for two people. Page 6 • November 2012 • Senior News • Macon Bob Barnette... “A Macon musician who needs no introduction” by CLAIRE HOUSER DODD “International Concerts Abroad,” and then a seven country tour next year. An extraordinary start even for one so talented! A native of Macon, Bob Bob retired in 1995 after some Barnette received a full double bass 30 years in public education, most and trumpet scholarship to the notably here in Middle Georgia at University of Georgia and was a Central High School in Macon for member of the Symphony Band, 29 years. He directed the level six the University Symphonic Band, superior high school music pro- the University Symphony grams. Under his tutelage the Orchestra, the University Jazz “Sugar Bear,” band was invited to Band, the famed University of represent the State of Georgia at Georgia Redcoat Marching Band; the Grand Opening of Walt Disney and, in his “spare” time, performed World. They were so outstanding with the Faculty Quintet. During that they were invited back for a the summer months, Bob would sit record 23 years. This band also in with well-known orchestras. performed for four U.S. Presidents. When only 19 he toured with the That great Pulitzer Prize winning world famous “Glenn Miller photo of President Bill Clinton Orchestra,” under the direction of playing the saxophone was taken Ray McKinley. with this same band right here in Having played the acoustic and Macon. That right there is enough electric bass, trumpet, flugel horn to put one on the map! and tuba, Bob is best known for his And on the map he is; all expertise and superior handling of around the world map! Here at the stand-up bass fiddle. While home he has directed the Macon teaching at Sea Breeze High State College Community Jazz School in Daytona Beach, FL, he Ensemble as well as the Macon received an invitation to direct a five country European tour for continued on page 7 November 2012 • Senior News • Macon • Page 7
Band; plus leading many jazz the New Orleans Jazz Club of groups on his own. Bob has also Rome, Italy. directed and performed concerts And how do we know and throughout the US & Europe admire Mr. Bob Barnette? He has including the former “Montreux played many venues with my hus- Jazz Festival,” in Switzerland. In band, Dr. Billy Dodd, who placed 2005 he toured Italy with the Tara Bob at the top of the bass fiddle Winds of Atlanta and the Italian chain. And most of all because Bob Army Band and in 2007 he was was kind enough to play his now back in Italy where he was featured famous bass fiddle at Dr. Dodd’s on string bass while performing funeral. with the Carlo Loffredo Jazz Band We say thank you Bob and Bob Barnette, Base; Chenny Gan, pianist; and, Jim Blanton, drums, and the Emanuele Urso Sextet with congratulations on a fabulous and presented Classic meets Jazz at the Music and the Arts Program held at special guest Franco Bolignari at wonderful life of making music! Vineville United Methodist Church.
BARNETTE which performs around schools to from page 6 introduce young children to the joys of music. During one of the Symphony Youth Orchestra for six Jazz Association’s trips to the seasons, and President of the Jacksonville Jazz Festival in 2008, Georgia Association of Jazz Bob performed with Dr. Edward Education. Bob was also involved Clark, President of the Jazz in establishing the Georgia All- Association of Macon for the main State Jazz Program which contin- jam session. ues to flourish today. Bob Barnette, as noted earlier, Retirement is not a word to be has traveled all over the map. Here used around Bob Barnette, proba- are just a few of the named groups bly not even whispered as he is he has performed with: Yank active all over the country as clini- Lawson and the World’s Greatest cians adjudicator, soloist, bassist Jazz Band; Paula Kelly & the with the Macon Symphony Modernaires; the Buddy Morrow Orchestra (29 years), member of Orchestra; Ed Shaunessy, drummer the Georgia Big Band (19 piece for NBC’s Tonight Show jazz orchestra of professional play- Orchestra; the Walt Disney ers), member of and performs with Orchestra at Disney’s Grand the Jazz Association of Macon Floridian Hotel; The Georgia Jazz Educators Director’s All-State Big Bob Barnette, left, Chenny Gan and Jim Blanton Page 8 • November 2012 • Senior News • Macon Taking Care Meeting the challenges of Alzheimer’s caregiving by LISA M. PETSCHE information or to register, contact the ers. If you would like to accept an invi- • Learn to recognize early signs of local chapter or go online to tation, arrange for a friend or relative to escalating behavior and be prepared with alz.org/Services/SafeReturn.asp. stay with your loved one so you can go some calming strategies to head it off – A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s dis- • Keep in mind that social situations solo and have a stress-free time. for example, putting on soothing music ease is devastating for both the affected involving more than a few people tend • Accept that it is impossible to reason or serving your loved one a favorite person and those to be over-stimulating and are best with someone who has dementia: this snack. close to them. A avoided. Otherwise, keep your loved one will prevent power struggles that can ********* myriad of emotions in a separate room – with accompani- lead to escalation of unpleasant behav- are experienced by ment – and have people come in to iors. When your loved one is fixated on Lisa M. Petsche is a social worker the diagnosed per- socialize with them one or two at a time. a certain idea or activity, try distraction and a freelance writer specializing in son, including It is preferable to entertain at home instead of confrontation. boomer and senior issues. She has per- denial, anxiety, fear, rather than take your loved one out to an • Use humor to deflect a tense situa- sonal and professional experience with anger and resent- unfamiliar environment to visit with oth- tion. elder care. ment, embarrass- Lisa Petsche ment, loneliness, sad- ness and despair. Depression in common. Mom’s Favorite Recipes Family and friends provide most of the care that people with Alzheimer’s Pour batter into melted butter – • 2 cups vinegar require. Like their loved one, these e invite you to send us do not stir. Add 1 pint of blackber- • 2 Tablespoon salt informal caregivers experience a wide W variety of distressing feelings. They are your Mom’s favorite recipe to be ries. Cut into small pieces and • 1 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, at risk for burnout due to the physical, considered for publication in Senior sweeten with a little sugar. Pour allspice, and nutmeg mental and emotional toll of caregiving. News’ monthly Mom’s Favorite blackberries over the batter – do not • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves It is common to feel that no one Recipes column. Senior News will stir. Bake for 45 minutes understands what they and their loved choose two recipes at random for Finely chop tomatoes, apples, one are going through. Even if friends publication in each month’s edition. ********* and onions. Put into a large and relatives have a good understanding You can also view published recipes, saucepan. Blend in sugar, vinegar, of the disease, they may withdraw out of discomfort, fear or a sense of helpless- along with additional recipes submit- Billy Tucker and salt and spices. Bring to a boil and ness. Caregivers become further isolated ted, on our website at: Ann Tunali's Mom's simmer slowly, uncovered, until because they cannot leave the affected www.seniornewsga.com. By submit- INDIAN RELISH thick; about two or three hours. Seal person alone and therefore do not get out ting your recipe(s), you thereby give • 12 medium-sized ripe tomatoes in hot, sterilized jars. Process in much. Senior News authorization to publish • 9 medium-sized tart apples, cored boiling water bath five minutes. your recipe(s) in Senior News’ news- • 8 medium-sized onions Yield: 8 pints. Makes a nice holiday Caregiving tips papers and on Senior News’ website. • 3 cups brown sugar, firmly packed gift. If you are a caregiver, you might find the following tips helpful in looking For consideration, please submit after your loved one. your recipe by email to: • Simplify tasks. Break them down [email protected]. into manageable steps to maximize your loved one’s independence, and commu- Dr. Charles Stanley's Mom's nicate them one at a time. Repetition BLACKBERRY COBBLER may be needed, and demonstration is Preheat oven to 350 degrees. often helpful. • Use a low-pitched voice to convey Melt 1 stick of butter or margarine in calmness and reassurance. Keep words a baking dish. simple and sentences short. Also keep questions to a minimum and try to avoid Make batter as follows: open-ended ones, especially those that • 1 cup self rising flour begin with “why” or “how.” Offer limit- • 1 cup sugar ed choices, for example, “Would you • 1 cup milk like coffee or juice?,” to allow your loved one some control without over- • 1 tsp. vanilla whelming them. • Buy clothing that is easy to put on and can be mixed and matched. If your loved one is prone to layering clothes, limit access by storing only a few items at a time in their dresser or closet, and SSoocciiaall && GGoollff the rest in another location. Alternatively, you may want to try child- proof safety latches on drawers, howev- MMeemmbbeerrsshhiippss AAvvaaiillaabbllee er, these may end up causing frustration for your loved one. • When self-feeding becomes difficult try adaptive utensils, plates and drink cups – found in medical supply stores – and use finger foods as much as possi- ble. If spills are frequent, stick to easy- care clothing and purchase extra tops and pants (if money is tight, shop at sec- ondhand stores). You may find it worth- while to use an adult bib or apron, ensuring coverage of the torso and lap. Do not serve hot foods or beverages until they are cooled down enough that they will not burn you or your loved one should an accident occur. 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Nov. & Dec., 9 a.m.-5 Call 478-765-4805. p.m. Coliseum Diabetes • Bosom Buddies Too: A support group for Management Center, breast cancer survivors. 2nd Thurs. each Bldg. C, Suite 120. 478- month at 6 p.m., Macon Northside 765-4338. Hospital, 1st Floor Conference Room. • Look Good... Feel Free. Call 478-765-4805. Better: A free program by • Chronic Fatigue/Fibromyalgia Support the American Cancer Group: First Sat. every month, 1-3 p.m., Society designed to help Location varies. Call 478-475-4908. women overcome the • G.L.A.D. (Good Living Around appearance-related side Diabetes): 2nd Mon. every other month at effects of cancer treat- 5:30 p.m., Coliseum Diabetes Management ment. Coliseum Medical Center, Bldg. C, Suite 120. Free. Call 478- Center, Bldg. C, Suite 765-4338. 120. Registration • Surviving Together... Strive From Stroke required. 478-765-4805 Support Group: 3rd Thurs. each month, for dates. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch is served. ******************** Coliseum Medical Centers cafeteria. Medical Center of Patients, families and caregivers whose Central Georgia – lives have been touched by stroke. Call Partners In Health 478-765-4413. Classes • United Ostomy Association Support Golden Opportunities Group: 4th Sun. every month, 3 p.m., The Wellness Center Coliseum Medical Centers, Private Dining 3797 Northside Drive, Room. For people who have had colosto- Macon 478-757-7817 my, ileostomy, or urostomy surgery. Call Heartworks 478-765-4185. 389 First St. (Inside the • Helping Hands Grief Support Group: MHC) Meets every Mon. at 2:30 p.m., Coliseum 478-633-9090 Medical Centers, Bldg. C, Suite 120. Call Central Georgia 478-464-1401 or 478-765-4805. Rehabilitation Hospital • Middle GA MS Support Group: 3rd 3351 Northside Drive Thurs. each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 478-201-6500 Coliseum Northside Hospital, 1st floor • Implantable conference room. 478-475-1818. Cardioverter Defibrillator • Bipolar Support Group: Meets every (ICD) Support Group: Thurs., 6-7:30 p.m., First Floor Conference 478-633-7157 Room, Coliseum Psychiatric Center, 478- • Stroke Support Group: 741-1355 Tues., Nov. 20, 4 p.m., Hospice Care Options stands ready • US TOO for Prostate Cancer Education 478-201-6500 and Support: 3rd Mon., 6 p.m., Coliseum • Spinal Cord Injury as a team of professionals trained to provide support to loved Medical Centers, Bldg. C, Suite 120. 478- Support Group: Tues., 765-4805. Nov. 6, 4 p.m., 478-201- ones and family members during this difficult time. We can • Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 2nd 6500 Wed., 6-7 p.m., Coliseum Psychiatric • Brain Injury Support help take on some of the daily responsibilities for your loved Center, 340 Hospital Dr. 478-741-1355. Group: Tues., Nov. 20, • Extending H.O.P.E. – Lymphedema 6:30 p.m., 478-201-6500 ones; caring for them in their home, your home or in a skilled Support Group: 1st Wed., 1:30 p.m., • Parkinson’s Disease Coliseum Medical Centers, Bldg. C, Suite Support Group: Thurs., nursing facility. Hospice Care Options will take some of the 120. 478-765-4805. Nov. 15, 2:30-3:30 p.m., • HOPE Network: 1st Thurs., 2 p.m., 478-743-7092, ext. 254 burden off family members and others who may need extra Coliseum Medical Centers, Bldg. C, Suite • Parkinson’s Disease 120. Support group for all cancer survivors Caregivers Support time to cope with the situation. We stand ready. Call Hospice and their caregivers. 478-765-4805. Group: Thurs., Nov. 15, 1:30-2:30 P.M., 478-743- Care Options today. H2U Activities 7092, ext. 254 For information call 478-757-6092 • Crohns and Colitis • Improving the Chemotherapy Support Group: 3rd Sun., TM Experience: Coliseum Medical Centers’ 3 p.m., 478-737-8788 or Hospice Care Options Cancer Center, Bldg. C, Suite 120. 478- [email protected] 765-4805. • Community Seminar for • Joint Pre-Surgery Education Classes: 3rd Arthritis, Knee & Hip Macon Warner Robins Wed. each month, Coliseum Medical Pain: Fri., NOV. 9, 1:30 Centers, 1st Floor Classroom. 478-751- p.m., 478-633-1865 486 New Street 136 Hospital Drive 0189 Cancer Life Center • Focus on Healing Classes (Lebed exer- Information and cise): Advanced: Mon. & Thurs. 8 a.m.-9 Reservations: 478-633- 478.743.3033 478.922.0515 a.m.; Beginner: Tues. & Thurs., 11 a.m.-12 8537; www.cancerlife- noon. Coliseum Medical Centers, Bldg. D, center.org 800.563.8680 877.922.0515 Suite 230. $34 per month. 478-765-4413 • Mammo Marathon Day: GA Lic # 011-100-H GA Lic # 076-0351-H to register. Tues., Nov. 13, 7 a.m.-6 • Perspectives: Mon., 12:30 p.m.; Tues., 9 p.m., www.cgbreastcare- Services provided regardless of the ability to pay Page 10 • November 2012 • Senior News • Macon
Robins, 478-923-2532 Meals on Wheels of • Ted Wright Senior Citizens Social Club: CALENDAR Bleckley County Macon and Bibb County 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. from page 9 • 2nd Thurs., 6:30 p.m., Bleckley Meals on Wheels of Macon and Bibb Betty Lou Lovain, President, 478-922- Memorial Hospital Conference Room, 142 County needs volunteers to help deliver 7774. Melanie Lewis, Program Director, Mon., Nov. 12, Free event, Macon City Peacock St., Cochran, 478-308-0188 meals to home-bound clients. Volunteers 478-293-1066. Hall, 6 p.m., www.maconvigil.kintera.org. Lamar County must have a valid Georgia driver’s license • Warner Robins Senior Citizens Social ******************** • 4th Tues., 6:30 p.m., First United and a positive attitude. If you can spare Club: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. Houston Health EduCare Methodist Church, 375 Thomaston St., two hours a day one day a week, then you Helen Daly, President, 478-956-0214. Diabetes Type 2 Support: 1st Weds., 1 p.m. Barnesville, 770-358-4516 may just be the person needed. We espe- Melanie Lewis, Program Director, 478- & 2nd Thurs., 7 p.m., Houston Health Laurens County cially need help on Thursdays and Fridays. 293-1066. Pavilion EduCare Center. 4th Tues., 12 • 4th Tues., 4 p.m., Benton House, 212 Meals of Wheels is a wonderful organiza- • MGCAA Senior Center: Monday-Friday, noon, Perry Hospital Cafeteria. Fairview Park Dr., Dublin, 478-275-9888 tion which takes pride in everything it 8:30-4:30. Lunch (by appointment only), ******************** • 1st Mon., 3:30 p.m., Sheridan Place, 504 does. This program would not exist with- transportation, trips information and refer- SeniorCare Firetower Rd., Dublin, 478-275-4460 out volunteers. ral services. For more information call A service of Houston Healthcare promot- • 1st Thurs., 2 p.m., Carl Vinson VA If you are interested in volunteering, Stacy Colbert, Site Manager, at 478-923- ing wellness of mind, body and spirit for Medical Center, 1826 Veterans Blvd., please call Joyce Waller or Beverly 0229. senior adults. All exercise participants Dublin, 12-A Family Room, 478-272- McCard at 478-745-9140. • AARP Mature Driving Classes: For must acquire a signed Physician Release 1210, ext. 2328 ******************** more information call 478-293-1066. Form from their personal doctor. Monroe County Macon-Bibb County Parks & Senior Activity Center • 1st Thurs., 6 p.m., Monroe County Recreation Department Senior Center For information call 478-293-1066. Warner Robins SeniorCare Hospital Dining Hall Downstairs, 88 1283 Adams Street Macon, Georgia ******************** Centerville SeniorCare Martin Luther King, Jr., Dr., Forsyth, 478- 31201; Phone: 478-751-2790, 478- 751- The Gospelaires Quartet Perry SeniorCare 747-8754 9238; Daily activities 9:00-2:00 Outreach Ministry TOPS Club, Inc. Putnam County • Senior Tax Assistance: Free confidential The Gospelaires Quartet is ready to Call 478-923-9771 for programs provided • 3rd Wed., 10 a.m., First Baptist Church, income tax assistance for senior citizens. sing at your Senior Meetings, Church, and additional information. 115 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton, 706-485- Call Larry at 478-751-2790 for an appoint- Reunions, Assisted Living Center or ******************** 3331 ment. Nursing Home, as well as special Birthday Alzheimer’s Association, Central Upson County • Senior Citizen Choir: Mondays at 10:00, Celebrations and Club Meetings. Georgia Regional Area Caregivers’ • Last Thurs., 7 p.m., Thomaston Macon-Bibb Senior Center, 1283 Adams For additional information call 478- Support Groups Reflections, 302 S. Bethel St., Thomaston, St. Call Brenda for information at 478- 929-3816. Call 478-746-7050 for details. 706-647-1607 751-2790 ******************** Bibb County Telephone Support Group • Bowling: Fridays at Gold Cup Bowling Houston County Council • 2nd Tues., 3:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s • 1st & 3rd Tues., 7-8 p.m., “Care Center, 10:30 to 12:30, $2.50 per game, Of The Blind Association, 886 Mulberry St., Macon, Connection” facilitated by an Alzheimer’s $3.50 shoe rental The Houston County Council of the 478-746-7050 Assoc. staff member, 1-866-453-5550 • Exercise: Monday, Wednesday & Blind meets the first Saturday of each • 2nd Wed., 10 a.m., Carlyle Place, 5300 ******************** Thursday Evenings, 6:00 to 7:00 pm, month at the Centerville Lions Club locat- Zebulon Road, Macon, Stafford Suites Free Legal Services Senior Center, 1283 Adams St. $40.00 per ed on Houston Lake Road voicing state Activity Room, 478-405-4500 Available to Seniors month Instructor: Juanita “Poppi” James and local concerns for the blind or visually • 3rd Thurs., 6 p.m., Flint River Memory The Macon Office of Georgia Legal • Needle Craft: Our fiber craft room is impaired. Fellowship and membership are Community, 250 Water Tower Ct., Macon, Services provides free legal services to open daily for quilting, crocheting, knitting welcomed. 478-746-7050 seniors (60 and over) as resources allow. and sewing. ******************** Houston County We interview clients in the following ******************** Georgia Leathercrafters Guild • 2nd Thurs., 10 a.m.,, Antebellum Grove counties BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Warner Robins Recreation The Guild meets every second Sunday Assisted Living, 1010 Kathryn Ryals Rd., Bibb, Baldwin, Crawford, Houston, Jones, Department, Senior Citizens Services in the month at Geico on Weaver Road. Warner Robins, 478-953-0706 Monroe, Peach, Pulaski, Putnam, Twiggs Wellston Center All who wish to learn and/or expand their • 4th Thurs., 7 p.m., Peachbelt Rehab and Wilkinson. • AARP: 4th Wednesday of each month. knowledge of leather craft are invited. For Center, 801 Elberta Rd., Warner Robins, Call the Macon Office at 478-751- Jeanine Frey, President, 478-922-5489. additional information call 478-745-2320 478-397-4669 6261 for an appointment. • NARFE: 2nd Wednesday of each month. • 4th Tues., 7 p.m., Houston Health Care, ******************** Charles Farmer, President, 478-922-2453. continued on page 11 Classroom #1, 1601 Watson Blvd., Warner General Business Directory For Seniors
380 Hospital Drive Macon, GA 31217 Barry M. Bilbro, R.Ph. Across from the Emergency Room Compounding Pharmacist BOB MOODY RPH. Your Bio-Identical Hormone Specialist Pharmacist, owner 1550 Watson Blvd. • Warner Robins Start Getting Better Now!!! www.medshoppe.com 478-922-2067 Phone: 478-745-5431 Fax: 478-765-4359 Warner Robins’ Oldest Independent Pharmacy FREE PRESCRIPTION DELIVERY
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Baptist Village For Advertising Information Call Retirement Communities “Making Life Better for Senior Adults and Their Families” David VonAlmen at 478-213-5986 Jan Tassitano at 770-993-2943 Plantation Villas Independent Living – Gated Community Plantation Suites Macon Personal Care Retirement living for 62 years plus population and The world’s trusted source for Call today for a tour Middle non-medical companionship 6000 Plantation Way, Macon, Georgia Georgia and homecare for the seniors. • Companionship & Personal Care Phone: 478-405-6325 • Meal Preparation & Sitters • Housekeeping & Laundry Email: [email protected] 477-5501 • Errands & Appointments November 2012 • Senior News • Macon • Page 11
Nov. 30-Dec. 9 NAMI Central Georgia [email protected] for details. CALENDAR ******************** National Alliance on Mental Illness ******************** from page 10 Warner Robins Little Theatre Barabra Long, Executive Director MGRAACA Meeting South Pleasant Hill Drive 478-328-0508 The MGRAACA (Antique Automobile or 770-688-2315, Tom Maldonado. 478-929-4579; www.wrlt.org (Call for details on events) Club of America - Middle Georgia ******************** ******************** • Monthly support group for consumers Region) meets on the 3rd Thurs. each Central Georgia Genealogical Society Douglass Theatre and families: Last Mon. each month, 7 month, 7 p.m., at the Ole Times Country Meets 2nd Mon. each month, 7 p.m., 355 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, p.m., New Hope, 100 Story Road, Warner Buffet located at 1208 Russell Pkwy., Flint Electric Building, 900 Highway 96, 478-742-2000 Robins. Free. Refreshments. Warner Robins. Come early to eat and Warner Robins. For additional informa- ******************** • SOS (Survivors of Suicide) Support greet! Anyone interested in antique cars tion call 478-987-1830 or visit Tubman Museum Group: First Thurs. each month, 7-8 p.m., and restoration is welcome. Call www.cggs.org. 340 Walnut St., Macon Houston County Medical Center, Board Rosemary Chaney at 478-987-9519 after ******************** www.tubmanmuseum.com Room next to the coffee kiosk, Watson 5 p.m. for information.Forsyth-Monroe Health Education ******************** Blvd., Warner Robins. For loved ones of County Convention & Visitor's Bureau. The Office of Health Education at Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery those who have experienced suicide. ******************** the Macon-Bibb County Health 2330 Ingleside Ave., Ingleside Village, Free. Heart of Georgia Chapter 2 Department has brochures-pamphlets on Macon. 478-744-9557; middlegeor- ******************** Blue Star Mothers of America various topics available in English and giaart.org. Tues.-Fri., Noon-5 p.m.; Sat., Substance Abuse Help Available The Blue Star Mothers of America, Heart Spanish. These materials are available to Noon-3 p.m. Did you know alcohol is the most- of Georgia Chapter 2, meets the first businesses, community-based organiza- ******************** used drug in the country and it’s the num- Thursday each month at 7:30 p.m. at tions, and faith-based organizations upon Divorce Recovery Group ber one abused substance among teens? Coldwell Banker’s SSK Realtors located request. First Baptist Church of Macon, locat- Although most parents don’t realize it, at 470 S. Houston Lake Road, Warner For additional information call 478- ed at 511 High Place, is offering a they are the best prevention tool around Robins. For additional information con- 749-0113. Divorce Recovery Group for those inter- when it comes to underage drinking. tact PJ Johnson at 478-284-6905 or ******************** ested. The meetings are held on Children do listen to their parents. Not email: [email protected]. The Macon Arts Alliance’s Wednesday evenings. Child care and chil- only can you be a good role model for ******************** Arts Art Gallery dren’s activities will be provided. drinking behavior, you can have a mean- Christmas Bazaar 451 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. For additional information call the ingful, honest discussion with your chil- Sat., Nov. 17, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., Oakland 478-743-6940 church office at 478-742-6485. dren about alcohol, its pitfalls and risks. Baptist Church, 1509 Russell Pkwy., ******************** ******************** If you need more information or help, Warner Robins. Handmade crafts, soup & Massee Lane Gardens DivorceCare Offered Hodac, Inc. is here to lend a hand. You cornbread, pulled pork by the pound or For information call 478-967-2358 or By Central Baptist Church can talk to trained professionals 24-hours plate, Boston Butts, Church cookbooks www.camellias-acs.com (The American Divorced? Separated? Find help at a day, seven days a week by calling the and much more. You’ll want to join the Camellia Society.) DivorceCare. Georgia Helpline at 800-338-6745. fellowship and fun! ******************** DivorceCare is a special weekly Making that call puts you on the road to ******************** Macon Little Theatre seminar and support group for people answers so why not call today. Support Group for Caregivers of Frail 4220 Forsyth Road, Macon who are separated or divorced. The group ******************** Elderly Family Members Reservations: 478-471-PLAY meets at Central Baptist Church located Volunteers Needed First & third Tuesdays of each month, ******************** at 1120 Lake Joy Road, Warner Robins. GeorgiaCares, Georgia’s State Health 3:30-5 p.m., 6060 Lakeside Commons Museum of Arts & Sciences Childcare is provided for babies through Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), Place (off Bass Rd.), Macon. Call Martha 4182 Forsyth Road, Macon 5th grade. needs volunteers to assist seniors and per- Duke at 478-808-6957. 478-477-3232 or visit website www.mas- For additional information call 478- sons with disabilities with Medicare prob- ******************** macon.com. 953-9319. lems, fraud, and abuse. Must be computer “We Will Never Forget” Luncheon for ******************** ******************** savvy. Rewarding volunteer work. Call WWII Veterans Theatre Macon Bloomfield United Methodist Church Butch Swinney, GeorgiaCares Nov. 8, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. For details 438 Cherry Street, Macon 5511 Bloomfield Rd., Macon Coordinator for the Middle Georgia visit call 478-225-5926 or www.service- 478-746-9485 478-397-6568 or 478-788-2262 Regional Commission/Area Agency on forservice.us. • Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, ********************** Aging, at 478-751-6489 or email: bswin- ******************** General Business Directory For Seniors
Vineville Christian Towers An Apartment Home for Senior Citizens • All utilities included in rent • Library/Exercise Room • Stove, refrigerator and • Activities/Grocery Shopping drapes provided Day Trips • Laundry Room • Beauty Shop • Emergency Cords/Paalsystem • Cable or antennae William A. Fields Necklaces • Located in a park-like setting Independent Agent 2394 Vineville Avenue • Macon, GA 31204 Macon, GA 31211 478-955-7404 478-743-4661 [email protected]
St. Paul Apartments & Village A dvocacy R esource C enter Goodwill NEEDS 62 & Older and Disabled Persons Welcome 1330 Forsyth Street • Macon, GA 31201 (Turning Developmental Disabilities into Possibilities since 1953) 4664 Sheraton Drive • Macon Call 478-745-0829 www.arc-macon.org 478-803-1456 YOU! Rent Includes All Utilities • Beauty Shop YOUR DONATIONS Library • Optional Lunch 5 Days/Week Bus for Groceries & Doctor Appointments When you donate your Range of Planned Activities Garage Sale clothing and household Washer/Dryer On Each Floor items to Goodwill Industries, the (Rain or Shine – Inside Location) merchandise will be processed by trainees and resold Subsidized and market units. at Goodwill stores to fund job training and placement Every Monday services for people with barriers to employment 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. YOUR TIME Andy Fields Spend an afternoon, or a few hours each week giving 1st Friday of Every Month
Insurance, LLC Cancer & Fire back to the community. Make volunteering 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. a part of your family activities. (478) 955-7404 Huge Selection – Very Low Prices CALL: Mid GA: 478.957.9741 [email protected] OR CSRA: 706.790.5350 Great Clothes • Furniture 0HGLFDUH$GYDQWDJH0HGLFDUH6XSSOHPHQWV Life & Health Toys • Books • Kitchen To f ind a location near you, visit 3UHVFULSWLRQ'UXJ3ODQV¬5HWLUHPHQW3ODQV www.goodwillworks.org +RVSLWDO,QGHPQLW\ Decorative • Miscellaneous Page 12 • November 2012 • Senior News • Macon