HUNT CENTER NEWS Explore, Experience, Enjoy

JULY 2019 • VOLUME 23 • ISSUE 7

MARGARET L. HUNT CENTER 2121 Garden Lake Parkway .. and Toledo, Ohio 43614 PHONE: 419-385-2595 Our Growing FAX: 419-385-7871 Senior Citizen Population http://mlhunt.weconnect.com “Medicare (Health) Are you 55 or older and looking for an Like us on Facebook 80% Enough? opportunity to learn how to stay healthy WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/HUNT-CENTER and meet new people? HOURS OF OPERATION WHERE: Hunt Center Monday−Friday DATE: Monday, Aug 12th Join us, and bring a friend!!! 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. TIME : 5:30 - 7:30 P.M.

Wednesdays -- 9:30 -- 11:30 a.m. DINING COST: FREE July 17, 24, 31/ August 7, 14, 21 Monday − Friday: 11:45 am Speakers Include: Suggested meal donation: $2.50 Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz Free $50 Kroger gift card upon (Medicare & Senior Citizens) successful program completion!!!! STAFF Dave Painter First-time Participants Only Lynda Lisk Ohio Dept. of Insurance (OSHIP) Executive Director Call (419) 385-2595 for Sign up at the front desk Kay Ketron more information. Administrative Assistant / Newsletter Editor

Glenna Berres A campaign kickoff celebration Senior Advocate/Volunteer Coordinator For the Lucas County Senior Services

Claudette Davis Levy will be held at the Hunt Center Program/Activities Director

Sam Burzynski Thursday, July 18th at 5:30 pm Transportation

A BBQ Chicken Dinner will Al Underwood Custodian be available

Activities at the Margaret Hunt Senior Center are partially funded by a Title III-B Come join us for fun, good grant under the Older American Act, the Lucas County Senior Services Levy and eats, and grassroots other sources. Funds are administered community involvement through the Area Office on Aging of N.W. Ohio, Inc. Donations to the center for its programs and services are gratefully Ask at the front desk for more details. accepted. Call today to connect with a Walter Funeral Home SENIOR LIVING ADVISOR 4653 Glendale Ave. 419-382-1700 INDEPENDENT LIVING • ASSISTED LIVING • MEMORY CARE Directors A Place for Mom has helped over a million families fi nd senior Michael L. Johnson • P. Eric Mathewson living solutions that meet their unique needs. Independent Family Owned for 121 years There’s no cost to you! (888) 612-8951 We're paid by our partner communities

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Did you know??? Falls -- A Growing and Deadly Threat for Older Americans Oranges are really a type of berry? Falls are the leading cause of injury and death among older people in the United States, and this health There are 4 different varieties of oranges: threat is likely to grow since 10,000 Americans now reach The sweet orange, sour orange, mandarin age 65 every day. orange, and the tangerine. Every second of every day, and older American Oranges and mandarin falls. As falls increase, so do health care costs. oranges are available in “Older adult falls are increasing and, sadly, often herald the end of independence,” CDC Director Dr. Tom supermarkets year-round. Frieden said in and agency news release. “Health care Look for fruits that are firm providers can make fall prevention a routine part of care in and heavy for its size, and has skin that is bright their practice, and older adults can take steps to protect and colorful. Oranges may be ripe even though themselves.” they have green areas. Avoid fruit with bruised, Older Americans had 29 million falls in 2014, wrinkled, or discolored skin; this may indicate causing 7 million injuries. Falls cost Medicare and estimated $31 billion a year, the CDC report revealed. that the fruit is old or has been stored incorrectly. According to Dr. Robert Glatter, and emergency Eat healthy. Oranges are a good source of room physician in New York City, “Falls among older vitamin C and a good source of dietary fiber. persons and their injuries -- including head injuries, fractures and lacerations -- are encountered on a daily basis by practicing emergency physicians.” Fall risk increases as Staying “Cool” this Summer aging people’s muscles weaken, they become less active What should you know before you head outdoors this and they develop chronic health issues, researchers have summer for a three-mile run or walk? Any aerobic exercise in found. Injury rates from falls are seven times higher for hot weather can be difficult. Keeping your body properly seniors with medical issues than for those who are healthy, hydrated with the right fluids is essential the CDC reported. Taking multiple medications adds to the to your safety and your fitness danger. performance. Drinking enough water Glatter added that vision problems, poorly fitting before you exercise and during your run shoes and loose carpeting can also lead to falls. or walk will help your endurance and To reduce your risk, the CDC suggests these steps: give you a better workout. Dehydration  Ask your doctor how to prevent falls and tell him or her if you affects your performance and increases have fallen recently. the risk of heat illnesses, such as heat  Be sure your doctor knows all the medications you take. exhaustion or potentially deadly heat  Have your eyes checked at least once a year and be sure you stroke. Some signs of dehydration use and up-to-date eyeglass prescription. include headache, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, muscle  Stay active and take part in programs to boost your strength cramps, and abnormal chills. Following the right and balance, such as Tai Chi. fluid-replacement plan can prevent dehydration.  Ask your local Council on Aging for information about programs in your area. Here are some training tips for proper hydration during your  Remove all trip and fall hazards in your home. next run/walk: The CDC urges doctors to make fall prevention part  Drink to stay hydrated, but don’t over-hydrate yourself. of routine office visits. The agency suggests these steps to  Drink two cups of water two hours before exercising and doctors. then nine ounces every 15 minutes during your walk or  Ask patients if they feel unsteady. run. Have fallen within the past year or worry about falling.  Excess body water will be passed as urine before you Recommend Vitamin D supplements. start your run/walk. Clear urine is a sign of good  Stop, switch or reduce doses of medications that could hydration. increase the risk of falls.  Get enough salt in your diet to replace salt lost during “It its vital to evaluate a patient’s medication list for your workout. potential drug interactions that can make a patient drowsy, lower their blood pressure, and increase their risk of falls”, Glatter said. by Mary Elizabeth Dallas, September 23rd, 2016 Hunt Center News Page 4

Claudette’s Corner Heather’s Crazy Comics The Hunt Center is filled with activities EVERY DAY, not just on our scheduled special event days. I enjoy promoting our regular “everyday” activities such as pool (we have two full size pool tables), ping pong, puzzles, dominos, euchre, Wii Bowling, and of course simply sitting around and chatting (FREE coffee all day and pastry most of the time). Best of all, I have a secret. We just purchased two corn hole games. A Corn Hole Tournament will soon be announced but meanwhile, stop in any time and enjoy the exercise of this easy fun-loving game “corn hole”. See picture below:

Playing corn hole is really a lot of fun…. I keep telling these members to

“act their age”! “Let Us Entertain You” (L.U.E.Y.) keeps getting better every month. Who would believe the Hunt Center has so much talent? Next L.U.E.Y. is Thursday, July 25. Hope to see you.

A new W.I.S.E. (Wellness Initiative Senior Education) class starts Wednesday, July 17 9:30-11:30 a.m. This FREE six week class offers an opportunity to learn how to stay healthy and meet new people. And, upon completion you receive a $50.00 Kroger gift card….immediately! Please sign up at front desk. Bet You Didn’t Know......

The ritual in our household is that husband  It is impossible to lick your elbow  People say “Bless you” when you sneeze because when Marty always cleans my car and fills the gas you sneeze, your heart stops for a millisecond. tank on the weekend. I always thought it was  A pregnant goldfish is called a twit. because of his concern for my well being. Well,  More than 50% of the people in the world have never last weekend the truth came out in casual made or received a telephone call. conversation. His reason for caring for my  Wearing headphones for just an hour will increase the transportation is because he wants to make bacteria in your ear by 700 times. sure I can get to WORK! (unbelievable!)  The cigarette lighter was invented before the match. Be well….enjoy the sunshine, Claudette  A duck’s quack does not echo, no one knows why.  Most lipsticks contain fish scales. Hunt Center News Page 3

Line Dancing with Claudette LEGAL AID -- July 17th Tuesdays 4:00-5:00 pm An attorney from Legal Aid will be at the Hunt (Advanced Level)

Center to provide free legal services for senior Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm (Beginning Level) citizens . To schedule an appointment , please call Kay in the Business Office at (419) 385-2595. Thurs 9:30-10:45 am Thurs., 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. (Active Level) (Intermediate Level)

Hollywood Casino 2 Billiard Tables Tuesday, July 9th Every day...Two tables 10:45am available during regular Hunt Center hours. Cost: $16 booster $18 non-booster We welcome all skill levels.

CARDIO DRUMMING HOT BALL BINGO !!!!!!! w/Claudette Tues, July 2nd & 16th WEDNESDAY 5:30 pm Doors open @ 1:30 pm for Food THURSDAY 3:30 pm Concession Games begin at 2:00 pm

PING PONG RED SOLO CUP It is considered a “Brain Sport” by Social Night enhancing motor, strategy and long-term memory functions. One TABLE Closed for Holiday

AVAILABLE ALL DAY. Second table available DJ Music, Pizza, Salty Snacks, Soda for tournament every Friday @1:00 pm OK to B.Y.O.B. ($5.00 booster / $6.00) Craft Room Mahjong Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays — 12:00 pm Experienced and new Players Join a morning of fun and welcome! fellowship We will teach you how to play. The “Lending Library” Bible Study with Reverend Robert Spears Donate a CD (movie) or take one to enjoy at home. The An excellent way to start the day! Every Lending Library is located in the Business Office. For more Monday 10:30-11:30 am information, contact Kay at (419) 385-2595. No sign up required. Come and enjoy an hour of great fellowship. Newly Renovated Pool Room !!!!

Stop in and check out our newly remodeled Pool Room located left of the Business Of- Tai Chi W/ Dianne fice. It has newly covered pool Tues & Thurs. tables and brand new carpet. The 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Pool tables are free to use Mon- day - Friday. Come enjoy our beautiful new room. Hunt Center Page 5

Refrigerator Reminder -- Activity Highlights

Red Solo Cup Social Party W/ Dancing

CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY 5:00-7:30 pm Monday

9:00 - 9:30 Strengthening Class 9:30 - 10:30 Sit and Get Fit 10:30 - 11:30 Bible Study Bingo Tues. July 2nd & 1th Tuesday 2:00 pm — 3:15 pm 11:30 - 12:30 Dominoes 12:30 - 1:30 Tai Chi 4:00 - 5:00 Line Dance (Advance)

Wednesday 9:00 - 9:30 Strengthening Class Hollywood Casino 9:30 - 10:30 Sit and Get Fit Tues., Jul 9th 9:30 - 11:30 Craft Class 10:45-am—3:30 pm 12:00 Mahjong 4:30 - 5:30 Line Dance (Beg) 5:30 - 6:15 Cardio Drumming

Thursday 9:00 - 9:20 Chair Zumba (Easy) FREE 9:30 - 10:45 Line Dancing (Active) 12:30 - 1:30 Tai Chi Korean War Vets 3:30 - 4:30 Line Dance (Intermediate) Wed., July 10th 1:00 -- 3:00 pm

Friday 9:00 - 9:30 Strengthening Class 9:30 - 10:30 Sit and Get Fit 10:00 - 11:30 WII Bowling 1:00 Euchre Master Seminar Thurs., Aug 15th & Nov. 14th 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Always a good time at the Hunt Center

“Name That Tune” Tuesday, July 16th 11:00 am—1:00 pm

Commodities Let Us Entertain You Thurs., July 18th Thurs., July 25th 1:00-3:00pm 11:00 am -- 1:30 pm Hunt Center News Page 6 Heather’s Crazy Comics It Happened in July!

Nursing can be a dirty business, as I Thelma & Louise premiered in discovered while helping my grumpy patient 1991. Both Susan Sarandon and change his colostomy bag. You can imagine the smell. Still, I Geena Davis were nominated soldiered on, telling myself to think about the patient’s for Best Actress, but lost to feelings and not let my queasiness show. That all changed Jodie Foster in The Silence of when he turned to me, scrunched his nose, and said, the Lambs. “God you’ve got bad breath!! I work in the front office of a housing complex that supports people living with mental illness. On one particularly hectic Cherilyn Sarkisian, day, a tenant came in to pay her rent. Frazzled, I said, “Ever better known have one of those days when you feel everyone is out to get as Cher, was born in 1946. you?” She smiled and replied, “I take medication for that.” Just remember, when the jury is deciding between premeditated murder and manslaughter -- It’s the thought that counts. Saw a police officer dressed as a pilot today and thought it California’s iconic Golden Gare was weird. Then I realized he must be one of those “plane Bridge, which was almost painted black and yellow, clothes cops.” opened to the public in 1937. You can tell which inmates were involved in organized crime because their cells are much neater than the other prisoners’. We Uber Drivers never know whom we’re going to end up with as a passenger. One day, I was driving over a new Susan Lucci on her first Emmy bridge, the design of which was very confusing. Completely after 19 prior nominations for confounded, I muttered, “I’d love to meet the genius who her portrayal of Erica Kane and designed this mess.” With that, my passenger extended his the soap All My Children in 1999. hand in my direction and said, “Well, today is your lucky day. My name is Mike, I work for the county engineer’s office, and I’m the genius who designed this!” Surprisingly, he still gave The very first Star Wars was released in 1977, Director me a tip. George Lucas thought it was And finally, I ordered a bed from IKEA, and they sent me a going to flop, and he didn’t tree trunk and a saw. even attend .the premiere.

GREEN IS GREAT!!!! According to the latest research from the Nurses Health Study and the Health Professionals Master Seminar (2019) Follow-up Study, eating additional Thursdays, Aug 15th & Nov 14th servings of vegetables such as 11:00 - 1:00 p.m. broccoli, cabbage, spinach, romaine lettuce and citrus fruits such as COST: $4 -- Ticket includes: oranges and grapefruit help lower the Speaker & Lunch from Subway risk of ischemic stroke. This is the type The purpose of “Master of stroke that is caused by clogged Seminar” is to provide the best blood vessels in the head or neck. What we eat affects our overall health and well path in maintaining a happy, being. Eat Your Veggies -- Mom was right!!!! healthy and social lifestyle. Hunt Center News Page 7

New Orleans Join us as we travel to New Orleans and enjoy all of the Big Easy's greatest charms. Steeped in history, it is home to truly unique melting pot of culture, food and music.

May 3 - May 9 , 2020

$735* $75 Due Upon Signing * Price is based on double occupancy for Booster Members. Non-members is $755

Cato’s (Findlay) -- July 9th Art Museum -- August 8th

For more information, call Kay in the Business Office at (419) 385-2595.

Hollywood Casino Gallery Group -- Thurs, August 8th Shuttle Bus Art from all over the world and every time period is housed at our outstanding Toledo Museum of Art, considered one of the is now hitting the street the 2nd world's best. From paintings by Renoir to sculptures by Tuesday of every Alexander Calder to a vast glass month collection, you'll find wonderful

10:45 a.m. Depart treasures here. Founder and first Hunt Center president Edward Drummond 11:00 a.m. a.m. Arrive Casino Libbey wanted to build a place where art was accessible to everyone, and it 3:15 p.m. Depart Casino certainly is that!! This will be the Hunt Center’s fourth year of 3:30 p.m. Arrive Hunt Center offering a visit to the museum that includes a guide, to help us $ 16 Booster Members better understand and truly enjoy the exhibits. And boy did we $18 Non Boosters hit the jackpot when we got Gretchen to be our guide. Gretchen Includes: provides our Gallery Group an enriching way to experience the Lunch at Buffet Museum with friends and/or to make new friends while Roundtrip Bus Trip exploring and enjoying art. We visit the museum every $5 in Free Play For Reservations, call the other month, April to December and the tour last an hour. Business Office at (419) 385-2595. After we return to the center, we eat a light lunch and enjoy some conversation and fellowship!! Cost is only $3 Hunt Center News Page 8 Glenna’s Gleanings Helping Hands of St. Louis Church Food Pantries in 443 Sixth Street Lucas County Toledo, OH 43605 Dial the church at (419) 691-0613 Free food, meals, and groceries are provided Martin Luther King Kitchen for the Poor by pantries in Toledo 650 Vance Street and Lucas County Ohio. Toledo, OH 43604 Each of the locations is (419) 241-2596 an independent center,

so the services vary. Some of the other Providence Center for Social and Economic resources that may be Empowerment offered 1205 Broadway Avenue include clothing, Toledo, OH 43609 Thanksgiving and Call (419) 244-0666 Christmas meals and gifts, and personal hygiene items. This is just a small Redeemer Lutheran Church (central) example of what may be provided from the food banks 1702 Upton Avenue in the region, and every year thousands of needy Toledo, Ohio 43607 families get help. (See Glenna for other locations.) Dial (419) 536-3781

Using both volunteers and donations from the Southside Life Station community, the free food pantries are some of the Stop by the center at 402 South Avenue leading resources in the area. Many of them are also Toledo, OH 43609 based at non-profit organizations, so all of the Pantry phone (419) 242-3340 programs they run are focused on low income families. They also tend to assist seniors through Meals on St. Martin De Porres Social Concerns Wheels services. Food bank location - 1119 W Bancroft Augsburg Lutheran Church Toledo, OH 43606 1342 Sylvania Avenue Primary phone number - (419) 241-4581 Toledo, Ohio 43612 Phone number of church - (419) 478-2374 Western Avenue Family Center

Bethlehem Baptist Church 1411 Broadway Address - 1430 W Bancroft Street Toledo, Ohio 43609 Toledo, Ohio 43606 Phone (419) 344-5844. Dial for emergency food boxes. Dial (419) 241-9360 for intake or information. Families in the Lucas County and Toledo Ohio region can Christian Community Church call 419-242-5000 for more information on food pantries. 2500 Nebraska Avenue Toledo, OH 43607 A few dozen other non-profit locations, charities, and Phone number - (419) 536-8357 churches offer canned goods, meals, and government commodities to low Epiphany Lutheran Church income families. Some Location of food bank - 915 N Reynolds Road centers also offer free Toledo, OH 43615 Christmas meals, Call (419) 536-5986 holiday boxes, summer Faith Lutheran (south) snacks, and other 2440 South Avenue seasonal food assistance Toledo, Ohio 43609 programs. Dial (419) 385-7459

Frederick Douglass Community Association 1001 Indiana Avenue Toledo, Ohio 43607 (419) 244-6722

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Health Benefits for Traveling

Senior Citizens Medicare starter kit… You’re a boomer. When they finally reach retirement age, many people catch the travel bug. Without having to worry about vacation The milestone of your 65th birthday time, the world can be your oyster may be here or just over the horizon. (provided you have the savings to do it). Even if you cannot afford trips around the Here are some do’s and don’ts. world, research has shown that traveling  Do give yourself time to lean about Medicare, (near or far) is a boon for mental and it’s a system with many choices and deadlines. physical health. Seniors in particular can benefit from the mind- and-body workout that traveling requires. If you’ve reached re-  Don’t expect to be notified when it’s time to tirement age, adding some travel to your bucket list should be a sign up. You won’t get any official notice on definite must. when or how to enroll. Travel is good for the mind. Things like navigating new cities, exploring museums, having conversations with new  Do enroll when you are supposed to, to avoid people, practicing new languages and seeing new sights can flex permanent late penalties. the mental muscles, keeping seniors’ brains active and engaged.  Don’t despair if you haven't worked long There’s also the relaxation component. One might think that retirees aren’t short on relaxation time, but their lives are often enough to qualify. You may qualify for full of social, professional and familial events. Medicare on your current or former spouse’s With a short list of activities each day, fired up from the work record. Or you may buy into the program. complexities of ongoing projects and relations, the mind can  Don’t worry that poor health will affect your reset, as does the body, with stress relief the main outcome. Senior can also benefit from the physical activity that coverage. If you qualify for Medicare, you often accompanies travel. Whether it’s walking around receive full benefits. museums, jaunting around new cities to see the sights or taking  Do remember Medicare is not free. You pay public transit, there are lots of physical challenges that accompany travel. These challenges can help keep seniors premiums for coverage and copayments healthy and in shape, so long as they don’t push themselves too for most services, unless you quality for a hard. US News reports that tourists often walk up to 10 miles a low-income program or have other, extra day while traveling. In order to stay healthy while traveling, seniors need to insurance. be diligent about taking care of themselves before, during and  Don’t assume Medicare covers everything. after their trips. Here are some tips for keeping your travels healthy and fun:  Check with your doctor before you go anywhere. Even if you’re just traveling to a town an hour away, it’s good to let It is time for Senior your doctor know what activities you’ll be participating in Farmer’s Market and who you plan to go with. If you’re traveling abroad, Coupons. your doctor may also advise you to get certain You immunizations before you leave. should  Look into your prescription situation. If you’re traveling for have more than a week or so, be sure you have all your necessary already received your prescriptions filled, and make sure you’ve looked into SFMP application in backup means for obtaining them should you lose them. the mail. If you did not  Tell your family and friends where you’ll be staying and receive yours, you can what you plan to do. An itinerary will be helpful for your pick up an application loved ones in the event of an emergency. at the front desk. The  Get travel insurance. Seniors should be responsible about Hunt Center van will purchasing travel insurance. If something goes wrong and be making trips to the you require medical treatment while abroad (or even just in Farmer’s Market to an out-of-network are), you'll be thankful you’re covered. spend your coupons. If  Don’t push yourself too hard. If you feel exhausted and like you are interested, call you’ve had enough physical stimulation for one day, go Kay in the Business with your gut. Take a breather and relax -- that’s what Office at  vacation is for, after all! 419) 385-2595. For Your Information..... In honor of Independence Rub a little toothpaste onto a day, The Hunt Center will mosquito bite or insect sting to sooth discomfort & itching. be closed on Thurs., July 4th and Fri., July 5th . 4-D-5-5 For ad info. call 1-800-477-4574 • www.4lpi.com 14-1248 Margaret Hunt Senior Center NON PROFIT ORG US Postage 2121 Garden Lake Parkway Paid Toledo, OH 43614 Toledo, Ohio Permit No. 1198

Board of Directors

Tim Alley Tracy Castle Mike Johnson Rob Ludeman Sally Shaw Adolf Ruelke Dr. Ann Garg Heather Wolford

Mission Statement

To positively impact our community by creating opportunities for healthy aging through social engagement , physical well-being, civic involvement, creativity, and lifelong learning

Name That Tune Tuesday, July 16

Wed., July 3rd 11:00 a.m. -- 1:00 p.m. 12:00 - NOON Ticket Required -- $4.00 Includes: Burger King Cheese Burger Platter Featuring “61” Fun Time playing “Name That Tune” For more information, call (419) 385-2595. Purchase Tickets in The Business Office

Let Us Entertain You Thursday, July 25th Fri., July 12th 11:00 a.m. -- 1:30 p.m. 11:00 til 1:00 p.m. Lip Synching Fun and Fresh Grilled Hot Dogs, Sausage, Light Lunch or Hamburger for Purchase $6 -- Booster Members Food is available between $7 -- Non Booster Members 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Purchase Tickets in The Business Office