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June 2011 Vol. 25, No. 6 Page 2 • June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta Taking Care Caring for an aging parent... What to do if they can’t meet their own needs by LISA M. PETSCHE dehydration or depression. Request a issue, arrange for direct deposit of at risk. You may need to agree to dis- medication review by the family pension checks and automatic bill agree about what’s best for them. doctor or pharmacist, since side payment from your parent’s bank If you have a parent who lives effects or drug interactions may be account. Have a lawyer assist your Managing stress alone, you may be concerned that the source of difficulties. parent in assigning power of attorney While it can have its rewards, they are no longer able to look after • If nutrition is an issue, arrange a for property to one or more people caring for an aging parent involves all of their day-to- dental appointment to have your par- they trust. physical, psychological, emotional day needs. Typical ent’s teeth or dentures checked; set • Investigate available resources in and financial demands. The follow- indicators include up a schedule to take them grocery your parent’s community that may be ing are some strategies to help keep changes in groom- shopping; stock the freezer with of help. Information can be obtained stress manageable. ing, hygiene, nutri- heat-and –serve foods; have them from the local office on aging • Look after your health: eat nutri- tion, housekeep- over for dinner; and arrange for tious meals, get adequate rest, exer- ing, financial man- nutritional supplements if necessary. When help is refused cise and get regular medical check- Lisa Petsche agement, medica- • If vision is a problem, ask the What if your parent clearly ups. tion compliance, doctor for a referral to an ophthal- needs help but won’t accept it? The • Find something relaxing you can mobility, energy level and mental mologist. If nothing can be done to approach to take depends on your do every day. status. improve your parent’s vision, get parent’s personality and the nature of • Stay connected to the important them a magnifier for reading small your relationship, but here are some people in your life. Getting help print, and other adaptive items such general guidelines. • Educate yourself about any med- Here are some ways to help as a large keypad telephone and a • Raise concerns gently. Use “I” ical diagnoses your parent may have. depending our your parent’s situa- clock with oversized numbers. statements – for example, “I noticed • Take things one day at a time so tion. • If falls are a concern, perform a that...” Or, “I’m worried that...” you don’t get overwhelmed. • Arrange for a medical checkup safety assessment to identify poten- Provide concrete examples. • Give yourself permission to feel and accompany your parent. tial home hazards and do what you • Emphasize your parent’s abilities all of the emotions that surface. Lethargy, forgetfulness and confu- can to rectify them. and how these can be supported. • Do not try to handle things alone. sion could be caused by infection, • If financial management is an Stress that your aim is to help them Ask other family members to help. remain at home and maximize their • Join a caregivers support group independence. in your community or on the inter- • Organize a family meeting if net. your parent denies problems. ********* Why get regular medical checkups? • Gently probe to learn the reason- Lisa M. Petsche is a medical ing behind your parent’s refusal of social worker and a freelance writer help. Listen and respect their point specializing in boomer and senior of view. Be attuned to underlying issues. Because staying well feelings and demonstrate empathy. • Share brochures or information from the Internet. Highlight services is SO much better or equipment that are free or subsi- Enopion Theatre Company dized. to premiere The General than having to recover! • Focus initially on the least intru- and His Lady sive options, such as setting up an emergency response system or Special to Senior News CPC can help . . . obtaining medical equipment. • Offer to pay, or contribute to, the cost of medical equipment, commu- ENOPION Theatre Company will premiere The General and His The Family Physicians of CPC-Crossroads CPC-North Augusta nity programs or home services if your parent has limited income. Lady in conjunction with the CENTER FOR (706) 922-6600 (803) 279-6800 Dedication Weekend of The Salvation PRIMARY CARE • If your parent is mentally capa- Army of Augusta Kroc Center. As part CPC-South CPC-Evans CPC-Central ble, it is important to recognize that Your Prevention Specialists (706) 798-1700 (706) 650-7563 (706) 868-7380 of the Dedication events at The they have the right to put themselves Salvation Army of Augusta Kroc Center, ENOPION Theatre Company will present the Inaugural Production at the Kroc’s 400 seat Performing Arts Do you have a leg wound that just Center. The original musical produc- tion, entitled The General and His won’t seem to heal? Lady, depicts the story of William Booth, the founder of The Salvation If so, you may be eligible to participate in a research study that Army, and his wife Catherine. investigates a new product that may aid in the healing process. Tickets will go on sale June 4th. To purchase tickets call 706-771-7777 Diabetic Wounds • Pressure Ulcers • Venous Ulcers or visit www.enopion.com. For infor- mation on ENOPION at the Kroc Arterial Ulcers • Cellulitis • Osteomyelitis • Infections Center visit www.krocaugusta.org and select Programs then Upcoming Events. Now accepting new patients. Performance dates and times: Friday, July 15th, 8 p.m.; Saturday, Call today for an appointment or screening. July 16th, 7 p.m.; Thursday, July 21st, 7 p.m.; Friday, July 22nd, 7 p.m.; Saturday, July 23rd, 7 p.m.; Sunday, July 24th, 4 p.m.; Thursday, July 28th, 7 p.m.; Friday, July 29th, 7 p.m.; and, Saturday, July 30th, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Ticket prices: $15.00, Adults; 629 Ronald Reagan Drive, Suite C $10.00, Students and Seniors over 65; Evans, GA 30809 $10.00, Groups of 10 or more For additional information contact 706.868.0319 • 706.868.0320 Beth Noland, ENOPION Theatre Mon. - Fri.: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Company Marketing Manager at 706- 631-0639 or email: beth@enopion. www.aiyandiabetescenter.com com. June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 3 BBB advises internet surfers to use caution when using Wi-Fi Networks that aren’t their own by KELVIN COLLINS before using a non-secure wireless tected by a unique password. If a ent passwords. Do not use the same President/CEO, BBB of Central network and before sending personal Wi-Fi hotspot doesn’t ask for a pass- password for different sites. If one Georgia & the CSRA, Inc. information via unencrypted web- word, the Internet connection is not password is hacked, the chances of sites. When surfing on a non-secure secure. If a hotspot asks for a pass- other accounts being hacked Internet connection, an individual’s word just to grant access, consumers becomes greater with repeated pass- Protecting your identity is personal information, private docu- should proceed as if the connection words. important and with Wi-Fi networks ments, contacts, photos and even were unsecured. Only trust home and popping up nearly everywhere, many login information can be up for grabs work internet connections that are For more advice on security consumers don’t realize the dangers as other users on the network have protected by a customized user pass- scams, visit www.bbb.org or to learn that come with using a Wi-Fi con- the capability of seeing what is being word. Wi-Fi hotspot connections more about protecting your privacy nection that is not their own. sent. with generic passwords are vulnera- online and what to do if your infor- According to a recent poll conducted Consumers are warned against ble to hackers. mation is compromised, visit by Wakefield Research and Wi-Fi two popular security scams that can • Transmitted information should www.OnGuardOnline.gov and Alliance, 32 percent of respondents be associated with using an unsecure be encrypted. When sending person- http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2011/02/wire said they have tried to get on a Wi-Fi Internet connection. Many con- al information like addresses, credit less.shtm. network that was not their own, a sumers don’t realize the repercus- card numbers and Social Security ********* startling 18 percent more than a sions that come from using a Wi-Fi numbers over the Internet, make sure Kelvin Collins is president/CEO December 2008 poll. The Better hotspot. Phishing, a popular e-mail- the website is fully encrypted and the of the Better Business Bureau of Business Bureau, along with the ing scam, and smishing, a SMS tex- network is secure. Look for https Central Georgia & the CSRA, Inc. Federal Trade Commission urges ting scam, grow exponentially when (the “s” stands for secure) at the serving 41 counties in Central consumers to think ahead before hackers obtain access to personal beginning of the URL address to Georgia and the Central Savannah surfing the Web on a Wi-Fi hotspot. information on the Web via an unse- confirm its security. River Area (CSRA). This tips column Wi-Fi hotpots like coffee shops, cure Wi-Fi network. BBB urges con- • Don’t stay permanently logged- is provided through the local BBB libraries, airports, hotels and univer- sumers to protect themselves from in to wireless hotspots. Never leave and the Council of Better Business sities are all breeding grounds for such scams by securing their Internet your Internet connection running Bureaus. Questions or complaints hackers. According to the FTC, new surfing. while your computer is unattended about a specific company or charity hacking tools – available for free In order to confirm that an and make sure to log-off after every should be referred directly to the online – make hacking easy, even for Internet connection is secure, BBB use. BBB at Phone: 1-800-763-4222, Web users with limited technical know- advises consumers to follow the • Change your passwords fre- site: www.bbb.org or E-mail: how. FTC’s top Wi-Fi tips: quently. When creating new [email protected] or Consumers should be cautious • Make sure the connection is pro- accounts, make sure you use differ- [email protected]. Page 4 • June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta

Times Not Forgotten Those panel trucks and vans by CHRISTINE COLEMAN than a car. That is quite understand- car, possibly a van of some type has able. Have you noticed these modes parked beside me. Much care has to Serving Augusta & the CSRA of transportation on our roads today? be taken when backing out of a park- Sometimes I like to ride out They come in many attractive colors ing space with a long vehicle parked Website in the country and look at old houses and designs. I’ve thought of how beside you. There’s always the fear www.seniornewsga.com and barns. Every now and then, I see nice it would be to have one for of backing into oncoming traffic www.seniornewsgeorgia.com a particular thing which captures one myself. I could transport several pas- when you can’t see clearly. In addi- of my fondest Memories. That thing sengers and all sorts of luggage. tion, drivers of vans and panel trucks happens to be small, narrow carports Sometimes I have need of a way to can hardly see a smaller car parked Editor/Columnist or garages. They seem so tiny! How carry large boxes of various material beside them. The danger for these Faye Jones in the world could they have been that a car cannot haul. Then reality drivers is almost as great as for driv- Email: [email protected] adequate to house a car? sets in, and I realize I’m ready to just ers of cars. A very important fact to When I was growing up in the be content in having a mid-size car. note is that while traveling on high- 1930s, cars were small compared too There’s something I heard a ways, small and mid-size cars have a Advertising Account what we now have. Of course, at the woman say recently that caught my large degree of difficulty following time, they looked big enough to sat- attention. She went on to say that vans, which are taller and wider. Executives isfy everyone. My first memory was when she goes to town or to the I like to think of how things Carolyn Brenneman of the Model-A and the Model-T. mall, she tries to park her car away were when everyone had a smaller 706-407-1564 Then I remember the 1938, ’39, and from the mass of cars surrounding car or station wagon. We were satis- 800-787-1886 ’40 Fords. A small garage would businesses. In that way, she wants to fied at the time, but progress makes [email protected] accommodate any of these. Even see clearly how to back out of her us yearn to reach higher. So bring on Station Wagons were narrow and not parking space when she returns from the Sports Utility Vehicles, the much longer than the average car. shopping. Continuing with her con- Suburban and the Vans. The rest of Columnists Today, however, much larger addi- versation, she said invariably when us will admire their beauty and con- Carolyn Brenneman tions to houses must be built for our she returns to her car, most likely a venience they afford. We’ll try not to Dr. Bill Baggett cars and Wagons. van will have parked beside her car. be overly anxious or irritated when Christine Coleman Very popular today (with old and Lately, I’ve experienced the following them and having them Kathleen Ernce young alike) is the pick-up truck same thing happening to me. I prob- park beside us. with Extended cab, S.U.Vs, Lisa Petsche ably wouldn’t have been as quick to ********* Suburban and Conversion Vans notice this had my friend not com- ********* (hope I got those terms correct.) One mented on it first. Many times I, too, Christine Coleman lives in Published monthly. Business thing that amazes me is that many park away from large groups of cars. Swainsboro. Feel free to e-mail her Office is located at 115 Bigham women prefer these vehicles more Lo and Behold, when I return to my at [email protected]. Drive, Warner Robins, GA 31088. Circulation: Metro Atlanta, 31,000; Augusta, 13,500; Macon/Central Georgia, Spiritual Notes 8,000. Editorial and advertising copy deadline is the 15th of the month. Preference is given to Humor, God’s Gift editorial copy submitted earliest. by Dr. Bill Baggett reveal many references to “happi- physically, emotionally and spiritual- Publishers do not accept any Minister to Seniors ness, blessedness, delight, and exul- ly. Laugh more often as you experi- liability whatsoever for any Dunwoody Baptist Church tation.” The following scripture pas- ence the humor in your life. material supplied by advertisers sages were cited: Job 5:17: “Behold, ********* or editorial organizations includ- how happy is the man whom God Dr. Baggett can be reached at ing the use of trademarks, logo- For years I have quoted the reproves. So do not despise the dis- Dunwoody Baptist Church, 1445 Mt. types, slogans, or other service studies of Norman Cousins on laugh- cipline of the Almighty.” Vernon Road, Atlanta, GA 30338; marks, or any claims made by ter. He considers laughter a “form of Deuteronomy 12:18e: “You shall phone 770-280-1200. such organizations and such internal jogging.” He reported that rejoice before the Lord your God in organizations indemnify and save he laughed his way back to good all your understandings.” Job 8:21: harmless the publishers in the health by watching old films of “He will yet fill your mouth with event of any lawsuit or litigation. humorous television shows and laughter, and your lips with shout- In the event of any publishers' movies. “Ten minutes of genuine ing.” Proverbs 17:22: “A joyful heart error in the content of any adver- belly laughter, he claimed had an is good medicine, but a broken spirit tisement, maximum liability shall anesthetic effect and would give him dries up the bones.” Philippians 4:4: be limited to the cost of the at least two hours of pain-free “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I advertising area in which the sleep.” He later concluded that say, rejoice.” error occurred. Publishers “laughter is simply a metaphor for Throughout history many theolo- reserve the rights to edit or reject the entire range of emotions to gians have written of the humor of any materials submitted for pub- include hope, faith, love, will to live, Jesus. Humphrey Osmond claimed lication. cheerfulness, humor, creativity, play- that Jesus had an “excellent sense of Editorial information you fulness, confidence, and great expec- humor and pungent wit. If he hadn’t, would like considered for publi- tations.” he could not have made a favorable cation should be mailed to: Obviously no one can laugh impression on publicans and sinners, Senior News, P. O. Box 8389, themselves into good health. and such an unfavorable impression Warner Robins, GA 31095-8389. ********* However, there are many reports of on the religious establishment.” individuals with terminal illnesses Bonham contends that “from the CSRA Regional CORPORATE OFFICE who have prolonged their lives beginning of His life to the end, Commission Promotion Billy R. Tucker, President/Publisher because of their positive outlook and Jesus was surrounded by and caused Phone: 478-929-3636; 800-752-5037 the ability to find humor in their joy, happiness,merriment, gladness, Jennifer Houston, an employee FAX: 478-929-4258 lives. rejoicing, delight, and laughter.” of the CSRA Regional Commis- www.seniornewsga.com Tal D. Bonham wrote a book I am confident that humor is a sion has been promoted to Case E-mail: [email protected] some time ago entitled “Humor, gift of God; Scripture tells us that we Manager (photo attached). Sub- Copyright 1987 God’s Gift.” He pointed to the fact are created in His image. Therefore, mitted by Jeanette Cummings, Senior News & Views of Georgia that the Old and New Testaments we have been given a gift to assist us Director, Area Agency on Aging. June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 5 Poets’ Corner Editor’s Note: If you have written a check. Just like Adam and Eve, we choose house as a true testament: “well-worked” poem which you would But her love had a magnetic effect. not to obey, A porcelain memorial of what your like considered for publication, please And evil and hate rule everyday. friendship has meant. forward it to: Senior News, P. O. Box She could be both passionate and Leaders in power are led by greed. If you are wise, take some advice 8389, Warner Robins, GA 31095-8389. challenging, her spirit ran free. Their aim is self-centered to gain you bigmouth hypocrites: Please include your name and address on In all respects, she was the perfect wealth and fame. The law you have close connections your poem. We will publish selected woman for me. to, may be called on you! poems (or excerpts) as space permits. Now, we’ve done it – We’ve crossed ********* I loved her personality and her the line. attractive good looks. Can’t humans see what happens, WELCOME TO MY PLACE IN SPACE She was intelligent and knew her when God is left behind. by Vera King way around the books. MAPLES FERRY Now, we’ve done it – We’ve crossed IN THE As the earth is spinning in space Somehow the devil managed to set the line. With the whole human race some devious traps for me. Although we may fall into HEART OF EVANS As it was designed to do I fell into them and went on a temptation’s snare, STARTING My serenity lies disastrous sinful spree. Remember, before we fall, God is in IN THE $150’S With the stars in the skies control and ruler over all. When I reflect on what’s true Pretty soon she got tired of my He allows us to cross the line, but disrespectful ways and asked me to he’s there to receive us when we On a night all sparkling and bright leave. return. It is a wondrous delight To be part and parcel of all Although I never wanted to part from All we need to do is humble The created bliss her... ourselves and say, “Thou Art That brings happiness She had good reason... and I had to Mine.” As I await my final call concur. We can re-tie the line and make it 3 BR, 2.5 BA, 1837 sq. ft. Landscaped Front tighter this time. and Back, Olde World Style Cabinets, Yard with Irrigation System, Bonus Room, Gutters. Meanwhile, as I journey here To this day I still love her and wish I ********* And share the company could change the past. FEATURES Of all people universally If I could, I’d do it fast! ODE TO THE COMMODE: Elegant Entryways, Covered Porches, Arched Openings, Builder - Lifelong Columbia Co. Let me be all I can be. 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We had similar ambitions and a mutual attraction for each other. Although her love for me was over whelming, somehow it did not smother. 1355 Independence Drive • Augusta, Georgia 30901 • (706) 724-7746 • Toll Free 1-866-4-WALTON Her humorous sarcasm kept me in www.wrh.org Page 6 • June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta On the Cover The definition of aging has changed by KATHLEEN ERNCE ices to help accommodate Executive Director many of the challenges that The Senior Citizens Council seniors face. Right at Home Augusta, Georgia is striving to find new and innovative ways to help older Photos by Tammie Smith adults maintain their inde- pendent lifestyles longer. COVER Right at Home’s mission is to The Right at Home’s administra- improve the quality of life tive staff (left to right): BJ Baker, for those they serve. Allison Belinger, Deborah Right at Home strives to bring their clients the latest Williams, Kathy Crist (Owner), technology and services Erica Gordon and Dana available. Right at Home can Carpenter help over-tasked caregivers of an aging loved one have a slice of security by use of its’ Lifeline products. Lifeline is A recent article in a single’s a state-of-the-art Personal column read as follows: “Active Richard Garcia demonstrates the Kathy Christ and Allison Belinger Emergency Response System grandmother with a winning smile (PERS) that calls for emer- Phillips Lifeline Device. and original teeth demonstrate how to use the medication dispenser. gency assistance and notifies is seeking a dedi- family members in the event cated flosser to of an emergency. More than through background check, compe- share rare steaks, it, has changed and will continue to 6 million people have turned to tency testing and behavioral analysis caramel candy and change as baby boomers continue to Lifeline and thousands of health pro- before they are considered for corn on the cob.” evolve. Senior citizens are living fessionals recommend it to their employment. Well, now you can longer, fuller lives; however, some patients. No matter what their clients’ see this is not will face changes and challenges dur- Another innovative product needs – assistance is there through your grandmoth- ing their “golden years.” offered by Right at Home is the Right at Home. Care settings include Kathleen Ernce er’s story from 20 A couple of years ago, I learned Personal Medication Dispenser private homes, independent living years ago. of this service that is designed with (PMD). The dispenser automatically apartments, assisted living communi- This year the first of 78 million YOU in mind and I wanted to share dispenses the right amount of medica- ties, skilled nursing and rehab facili- baby boomers will hit retirement age. their story with you today. The Right tion thus eliminating human error or ties, and hospital rooms. The definition of aging, as we know at Home team is broadening its’ serv- forgetfulness. The PMD also notifies Once a call is made the Right at patients and family members if there Home staff will meet with their client has been a missed dose of medica- and loved ones to identify needs and tion. address those needs with a custom Mrs. Newman has been a client care plan tailored to the individual with Right at Home since December client’s needs. They will then match 2005. One Right at Home caregiver the needs with a caregiver to assure has been with Mrs. Newman from the the right person is assigned. Then start of her services. Through the Care Supervision visits will take years, Mrs. Newman’s needs have place by phone and onsite to make changed. For many years she required sure things are going well. only a few hours of assistance each I have recommended Right at day. After surgeries, she would ask Home to several of my clients and her Right at Home caregiver to visit know that if you know someone who her in the rehabilitation facility. When is needing home care assistance, con- she returned to her independent living tact Kathy and her staff at 706-814- apartment, she initially requested 7393. You could also take the online around-the-clock care. In a note from assessment at www.csra.rightath- Mrs. Newman to Kathy Crist (Right ome.net. at Home’s owner) she states, "you As always, should you have con- must be sending me the cream of the cerns or questions about the article or crop; all of your girls are so very nice need some assistance in employing a and are a great help." By choosing home care agency, please call me at THE LEDGES APARTMENTS Right at Home, Mrs. Newman is able 706-868-0120. I will be happy to to safely remain at home. assist you. • Quality, Independent Living For Seniors The technology and • Must Be At Least 62 Years Old exceptional care that Right • Rent Based On Adjusted Income (HUD Guidelines) at Home has provided • Utilities Included In Rent through the years, coupled with Mrs. Newman’s posi- • Two Floor Plans – Efficiencies (Perfect For One) One tive attitude, results in suc- Bedroom If You Need More Room cessful independent living. • Emergency Call Systems In Each Apartment Right at Home began • Added Safety Features In Bathroom services in the CSRA in • Elevators For Your Convenience 2005. Today there are three • Coin Operated Laundry Rooms On Each Floor locations in the CSRA and they are locally owned and INDEPENDENT RETIREMENT LIVING IN THE HEART OF operated by Kathy Crist. She is a “hands on” owner NORTH AUGUSTA WITHOUT LEAVING FAMILY, FRIENDS, who actively participates in COMMUNITY AND CHURCH AFFILIATIONS day-to-day operations and provides leadership for over 90 employees. Their Applications Taken at 550 Sikes Hill, North Augusta, SC team is made up of highly Kathy Crist (owner of RAH) and Mr. Hank skilled and dedicated indi- Motley a client of RAH who uses both the 803-279-1776 viduals who undergo a Lifeline and the medication dispenser. June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 7 Annual Volunteer Recognition Winners Announced by JEANETTE CUMMINGS she attends on a Director, Area Agency on Aging monthly basis. A Division of the CSRA Regional Though she is Development Center actively involved in various roles at the center, she The CSRA Area Agency on accepts each day Aging (AAA) held its annual as a new opportu- Volunteer Recognition and Awards nity to serve and Luncheon on has done so for Wednesday, the past 10 years. May 11th at The Volunteer Julian Smith Group of the Year Casino, Award was pre- Augusta. The sented to the event affords Franklin the AAA an Covenant Baptist opportunity to Church in Jeanette recognize indi- Hephzibah. Cummings viduals and Senior members organizations Sandra Bembry, Volunteer Group of the Year Award is that strongly support the well-being Ruth Bennefield presented by Derek Dugan (l) to Franklin of elderly and disabled individuals and Queen Covenant Church. Clara West Volunteer of the Year Award is presented to Rachel Moreland (l) by in the CSRA. Coleman visit the Rachel Moreland was awarded Kathleen Ernce, Executive Director, The Blythe Senior Senior Citizens Council Augusta. the Clara West Volunteer of the Center weekly and make a strong the Provider of the Year. Year Award for her outstanding effort to encourage social, health, Employees at the day care volunteer efforts at the Wilkes spiritual, and economic well-being embody a spirit of team- County Senior Center. Ms. of center participants. They look work. Recognizing that the partici- playing bingo, listening to daily Moreland volunteers on a daily forward to facilitating quilting and pants have lost much of their inde- devotionals, getting manicures and basis as she assists homebound exercise activities and spreading pendence and autonomy, staff are many other social and therapeutic seniors in getting their meals, good cheer through conversation cheerful and always take time to activities. obtaining assistance with heating and small donations. address the individual needs of the To inquire about aging services and cooling bills and learning vari- Autumn Care Adult Day Care participants. Those who attend the and volunteer opportunities, con- ous piano notes and songs. She in Augusta received accolades as facility view it as a “home away tact the Area Agency on Aging at also distributes meals at the church from home” as it offers a family- 706-210-2000 or 888-922-4464. like atmosphere. Participants fre- The Agency is a division of the quently enjoy singing, dancing, CSRA Regional Commission.

Provider of the Year Award is presented by Rep. Wayne Howard (c) to Autumncare ADC – Julie Edwards (l) and Pat Madray (r).

Bellevue Memorial Pet Walk 4501 Wrightsboro Road • Grovetown, GA 30813 A brand new presentation to the CSRA and the strikingly beautiful way to memorialize that always faithful companion and member of your family: $490.00- Includes niche, memorial plaque and cremation. $350.00- Includes niche and memorial plaque. $140.00- Includes cremation only, up to 80 lbs.

706-863-2570 Page 8 • June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta Georgia eye doctor helps legally blind to see again High technology for low changing my everyday living vision patients allows with the bioptic glasses. It has many to drive again! greatly changed my outdoor activities, as well as the things Atlanta, Georgia – I do in the house – like seeing TV, the computer, and reading books. This letter can in no way explain the changes in my Ever looked through a everyday living and no words pair of field glasses or binocu- could ever express my grati- lars? Things look bigger and tude. I truly thank you.” closer and much easier to see. “I wish to thank you for the Georgia optometrist Dr. telescopic lenses you fitted for Brian Saunders is using minia- me. The game plan of reading turized telescopes to help peo- the Wall Street Journal and ple who have lost vision from watching FOX NEWS at the macular degeneration or other same time is working perfectly. eye conditions. Dr. Saunders is Thank you for a good job.” J. one of only a few doctors who W. Buckley. able to drive with confidence fiers under $100. Every case is prescribe bioptic telescopes to Many states now allow the and security. I have gained different because people have help those who have lost vision use of telescopic glasses to back much of the independ- different levels of vision and due to macular degeneration, help meet the vision require- ence I had lost thanks to you different desires. diabetic retinopathy, and other ments for driving. and your staff.” H. H. Paul of For more information, con- debilitating eye diseases. “After being diagnosed Atlanta. tact Dr. Brian Saunders at 1- Here are some stories from with macular degeneration... “Telescopic glasses can 877-948-7784, 770-948-7784 Dr. Saunders’ Low Vision This vision loss caused me to cost over $2,000 says Dr. or visit our website at patients: be unable to drive unless con- Saunders. Low vision devices www.IALVS.com. Randall Day of North ditions were perfect. Since are not always expensive. ********* Georgia writes, “I am writing obtaining my bioptic telescopic Some reading glasses cost as this letter to thank you for glasses from you, I am now little as $475 and some magni- – Paid Advertisement –

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To complicate matters, You may contact Anne at from Georgia to South Carolina! there is an anonymous “lead” and [email protected]; anneb- Monday-Friday, 9 am-3 pm the complexity of sifting through jones.com. Equal Housing Opportunity Saturday, by appointment June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 9 You can rely on electronic payments by BOBBIE SIMS when the weather is bad. It’s receiving benefits who has not find your money when you Social Security Public Affairs also nice to know your payment signed up for electronic pay- receive electronic payments. The Specialist, Marietta, Georgia is in your account instead of ments must switch to electronic same cannot be said for paper your mailbox when you’re on payments by March 1, 2013. checks being sent to mailboxes vacation or away from home. Electronic payments may be that may no longer exist. You probably don’t need made by direct deposit, the Learn more by reading our a reminder that natural disasters Perhaps we also should men- Direct Express card program, or online fact sheet, Get Your lurk around the corner when we tion that electronic payments are an Electronic Transfer Account. Payments Electronically at least expect it. Many natural dis- now mandatory. People who You can learn more about all www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10 asters force people to leave their apply for Social Security bene- three at www.godirect.org. 073.html. Or go directly to the homes. The last thing a person fits on or after May 1, 2011, If you’re ever faced with a source, where you can learn who falls victim to this kind of must receive payments electron- devastating event, there will be more and sign up for electronic devastation needs to worry ically. Nearly everyone currently no question about where you’ll payments: www.godirect.org. about is how they’re going to get their next Social Security or Supplemental Security Income State steps up efforts to recruit more Foster Parents (SSI) payment. Here’s a solution. Make sure Special to Senior News Carnesale. Requirements to become a that you’re receiving your bene- In July 2003, there were foster or adoptive parent are: fit payments electronically. approximately 14,481 children in • Completion of an orientation foster care in Georgia. There are session and a 20-hour, pre-service Electronic payments are the best The Georgia Department now an estimated 8,000 children parent preparation program way to receive your benefit pay- of Human Services’ (DHS), in Georgia foster care. We have a (IMPACT) ments. Here’s why. Division of Family and Children growing need to place children • Home Study (family assess- • Electronic payments are safe. 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SRR designates The Senior Citizens Council as the recipient of their monthly $500 non-profit donation. SRR designates a different non-prof- it recipient each month they meet their safety goals. Pictured are: Kathleen Ernce (left), Executive Director of The Senior Citizens Council of Greater Augusta and the CSRA, Georgia, Inc.; Robert Robinson (middle), Savannah River Remediation (SRR) Chairman for the Defense Wasted Processing Facility (DWPF) Local Safety Improvement Team (LSIT) at Savannah River Site (SRS); and, Jackie Kennedy (right), Volunteer Coordinator at The Senior Citizens Council of Greater Augusta and the CSRA, Georgia, Inc. The picture was taken by Timothy Cox of Savannah River Remediation. Page 10 • June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta

GA 30434; 478-625-8820 Information: 803-641-3288 • McDuffie Senior Center ********* Melinda Hill; 304 Greenway St., Hearing Loss Association of Augusta Thomson, GA 30824; 706-595-7502 Meetings are held on the 3rd Augusta/CSRA • Jenkins County Senior Center Monday, September to May, at First Shirley Chance; 998 College Ave., Millen, Baptist Church of Augusta. For informa- GA 30442; 478-982-4213 tion on the organization please contact • Lincoln County Senior Center Gloria Ireland, President, at 706-733- Pam Parton; 160 May Ave., Lincolnton, 3034. GA 30817; 706-359-3760 ********* CALENDAR • Sylvania Senior Center Hephzibah Lions Club CALENDAR Cathy Forehand; 209 E. Ogeechee St., Meets the 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m., Sylvania, GA 30467; 912-564-7727 Jesse Carroll Community Center, Windsor • Taliaferro County Senior Center Spring Rd., Hephzibah. For additional Allene Oliver; 119 Commerce St., information contact Lion David Usry, Augusta State University in staying healthy and active? Tired of Crawfordville, GA 30631; 706-456-2611 President, at 706-592-2752. Continuing Education eating lunch alone? If you answered YES • Warren County Senior Center ********* • Online Courses: Go to classes in your to these questions, then you need to check Gwanda Murray; 48 Warren St., Morris Museum of Art pajamas, at anytime day or night. Go to out a Senior Center near you! Warrenton, GA 30828; 706-465-3539 1 Tenth Street at Riverwalk in Augusta www.ced.aug.edu and click on ONLINE • Blythe Area Recreation Department • Washington County Council on Aging Riverfront Center. Call 706-724-7501 for COURSES. Contact Byron Widener for Patricia Strakosch; 3129 Highway 88, Jane Colson; 466 Maurice Friedman Rd., more information or visit the Museum’s more information at 706-667-4215. Blythe, GA 30805; 706-592-6668 Sandersville, GA 31082; 478-552-0898 website at www.the morris.org. ********* • Carrie J. Mays Recreation Center (Mon., Tues, and Thurs.) ********* The Senior Citizens Council Sheryl Jones; 1015 11th Ave., Augusta, 478-552-0013 Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art 218 Oak Street North, Suite L GA 30901; 706-821-2831 • Wilkes County Located at 506 Telfair Street, Augusta. Augusta, GA 30907; 706-868-0120 • East View Community Center Diana Hall; 108 Marshall St., Washington, Call 706-722-5465 for information. www.seniorcitizenscouncil.org Roberta Sullivan; 644 Aiken St., Augusta, GA 30673; 706-678-2518 ********* The Senior Citizens Council is open GA 30901; 706-722-2302 • Shiloh Comprehensive Community Caregiver Support Group Monday through Friday for the following • HH Brigham Senior Center Center Are you caring for a spouse or parent? services: Pat Jenner; 2463 Golden Camp Rd., Elizabeth Jones; 1635 15th St., Augusta, Join other caregivers to share experiences, • Advocacy Programs including: Augusta, GA 30906; 706-772-5456 GA 30901; 706-738-0089 gather practical resources and find the Caseworker Services; Caregiver Support • McBean Community Center ********* support you need. The group meets the and Information; Bill Paying and Money Willamae Shaheed; 1155 Hephzibah- H. H. Brigham Senior Center 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Management; Benefits Counseling includ- McBean Rd., Hephzibah, GA 30815; 706- 2463 Golden Camp Rd., Augusta the Friedman Branch Library located at ing information about the new Medicare 560-1814 or 706-560-2628 Contact: Patricia A. Jenner 1447 Jackson Road in Augusta. For more Part D Prescription Drug Plans; and, Elder • Sand Hills Community Center 706-772-5456; 1 a.m.-3 p.m. information contact Georgia Jopling, Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Lillie Rosier; 2540 Wheeler Rd., Augusta, ********* Caregiver Specialist, Area Agency on Prevention. GA 30904; 706-842-1912 or 706-842- Aiken County Parks, Recreation & Aging, 706-210-2000 or 888-922-4464. • Foster Grandparent Program and Senior 1916 Tourism ********* Companion Program: Limited income • New Bethlehem Community Center, Inc. 902 Vaucluse Rd., Aiken, SC 29801; 803- Augusta Museum of History persons age 60 and older needed to work Millicent E. West; 1336 Conklin Ave., 642-7559; 560 Reynolds Street in downtown from 15 to 40 hours a week with special- Augusta, GA 30901; 706-722-0086 www.aikencountysc.gov/tourism Augusta. Call 706-722-8454 for events needs children or adults. Call for complete • Bessie Thomas Community Center Courtney Senior Center information. details. Jeff Asman; 5913 Euchee Creek Dr., 49 Roy St., Wagener, SC; 564-5211 • Into the Interior: A History of the • Retired and Senior Volunteer Program: Grovetown, GA 30813; 706-556-0308 • Senior Bingo: 3rd Fri., 2 p.m., Free Georgia Railroad and Banking Company: Are you looking for a fun and exciting • Burke County Senior Center • Canasta Club: Wednesdays, 12 noon, Ongoing way to make a difference in the communi- Jackie Brayboy; 717 W. 6th St., Free ty? RSVP offers persons age 55 or older Waynesboro, GA 30830; 706-437-8007 Harrison-Caver Park continued on page 11 an opportunity to apply their skills and • Glascock County Senior Center 4181 Augusta Rd., Clearwater, experience to meet critical community Anita May; 568 Brassell Park Ln., SC; 593-4698 needs. RSVP pairs talented volunteers Gibson, GA 30810; 706-598-3050 Aiken County Recreation BUSINESS CARD SECTION with their choice of a variety of non-prof- • Grovetown Senior Center Center it, health care, government, and faith- Betty Laverty; 103 W. Robinson Ave., 917 Jefferson Davis Hwy., ADVERTISING INFORMATION based organizations. Call for complete Grovetown, GA 30813; 706-210-8699 Graniteville, SC; 663-6142 details. • Betty Hill Senior Citizens Center • Coffee Corner: Tues., May Call For additional information or to make Cathie Birdsong; 330 Waters Work Rd., 10 & 24, 11 a.m., Free an appointment for a needed service, call Sparta, GA 31087; 706-444-7532 Roy Warner Park 706-868-0120 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. • Harlem Senior Center 4287 Festival Trail Rd., Carolyn Brenneman ********* Tina Sidener; 405 B West Church St., Wagener, SC; 564-6149 CSRA Senior Centers Harlem, GA 30814; 706-449-8400 ********* 706-407-1564 Over 60? Enjoy socializing, parties, • Jefferson County Senior Center Academy for Lifelong cards, crafts, Bingo and travel? Interested Marie Swint; 209 E. 7th St., Louisville, Learning, USC-Aiken 800-787-1886 General Business Directory For Seniors

TTouchouch ByBy AnAn AngelAngel Healthcare, Inc. PERSONAL CARE HOMES 2823 Deans Bridge Road Augusta, GA 30906 Specializing in Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care! • Adult Day Care • • Personal Care Homes • Pineview Gardens • Respite - 24 Hour Supervision • 4255 Hwy. 25 N, Hephzibah, GA 30815 706-437-0113 Five locations serving seniors Pineview Gardens of Evans and those with disabilities. 4393 Owens Road, Evans, GA 30809 706-651-0377 706-863-4847 • 706-790-5836 [email protected] 866-860-0036 June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 11

various locations in the CSRA Mon.-Sat. ********* ********* CALENDAR For information or a listing of meeting in DBSA (Depression Bi Polar Support CSRA Parkinson Support Group from page 10 the area call 706-738-7984. To locate Alliance) Meets monthly, St. John Towers Dining meeting throughout Georgia call 800-568- Meets the 3rd Wed. of every month at 6 Room, 724 Greene St., Augusta. For 1615. p.m., First Baptist Church of Augusta, details call 706-364-1662. • Augusta’s Story: Ongoing ********* Walton Bldg., Room 105., 3500 Walton ********* • Celebrating a Grand Tradition, the Sport Augusta Area Newcomers Club Way Ext., Augusta. Call 706-722-0010 for Walton Rehabilitation Health System of Golf: Ongoing The Augusta Area Newcomers Club complete details. Offerings • The Godfather of Soul, Mr. James is a non-profit organization that helps peo- ********* • Augusta Stroke & Outpatient Support Brown: Ongoing ple who are new to the area get acclimat- Volunteers Needed Group: 2nd Wed., Noon-1 p.m., Walton ********* ed, make friends, and get involved with The Retired and Senior Volunteer Rehabilitation Health System Board Lucy Craft Laney charitable organizations. We offer a vari- Program is seeking volunteers in Room, 1355 Independence Dr., 706-823- Museum of Black History ety of activities such as golf, book groups, Aiken/Barnwell/Edgefield Counties at 5250. www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com and dining out. We will have a luncheon ACTS, Aiken Area Council on Aging, • Brain Injury Support Group: 2nd Thurs., Call 706-724-3576 for events information. on April 21st at The Partridge Inn. The Barnwell Hospital and Health 6-7:30 p.m., Walton Rehabilitation Health ********* speaker is Michelle Nicholson who will Department, Community Ministry of System, Walton West, 2501 Center West “Dance with Us” speak about Safaris and Travel North Augusta, Cumbee Center, Pkwy., 706-533-3094. The Augusta Chapter of USA Adventures. For reservations please con- Generations Unlimited, Golden Harvest, • Spinal Cord Injury Support Group: 2nd Ballroom Dance invites beginners to pros tact [email protected] or Habitat for Humanity, NHC Healthcare, Thurs., 5-6 p.m., Walton Outpatient to our FIRST SATURDAY social dance at call Susan Salisbury at 706-814-6297. Our Lady of the Valley, Public Schools, Therapy Center, 706-823-8504. the Elks Lodge #205 on Elkdom Court. ********* Salvation Army, Senior Net, SPCA, • Amputee Support Group: 3rd Thurs., Members $7; Non-members $10 starting Service Corps of Retired Executives Trinity Mission Health & Rehab, VOICE, Noon-1 p.m., Walton Rehabilitation with a complimentary dance lesson at The Service Corps of Retired Women in Unity. Duties include deliver- Health System, 1355 Independence Dr., 7:15 p.m. by different local studios. Executives (SCORE) provides counseling ing meals, office administration, crochet- 706-823-8504. For more information contact Marie and mentoring to business people who are ing, tutoring, etc. If you are 55 or older ********* Perrotto at 706-863-1180 or Jean Avery at starting up a new business or who are and interested in giving back to our com- Rape Crisis and Sexual Assault Services 706-863-4186. expanding one that is ongoing. SCORE is munity, please contact Dana Caines or Seeking Volunteer Advocates ********* a non-profit, public service organization, Sherry Hajec 803-648-6836 ext. 223 or Volunteers are needed in Richmond, Augusta Christian Singles Dance affiliated with the SBA. There is never a 224. Burke, Jefferson and McDuffie Counties. Dances held each Saturday night, 7- charge for our services. Call 706-793- ********* Advocates must be able to respond to hos- 11 p.m., at Ballroom Dance Center, 525 9998, Mon. - Fri., from 9 a.m. - 12 noon. Augusta Chapter Of The pitals in their area within 30 minutes. Grand Slam Dr., Evans. Admission ********* Embroiderers’ Guild Of America Contact Dinah at 706-774-2746 or email includes complimentary dance lessons 7-8 Phinizy Swamp Events Anyone with an appreciation of [email protected] for complete p.m., refreshments and soft drinks. Cost: 706-828-2109 embroidery is welcome. Chapter consists details. Guests, $10; members, $8. For additional ********* of women with diverse backgrounds, ********************** information call Barbara Nash at 803-640- Find Your Voice experience, and ages who share an interest 62nd Annual Watermelon Days Festival 2075. Aiken Toastmasters meet on the first and pleasure in needlework. Meetings June 3-25, Cordele-Crisp County. Main ********* and third Thursday of each month, 6:45 include a review of local needlework day of festival is Sat., June 25. For details AARP Augusta Local 266 p.m., at Odell Weeks Center on Whiskey activities, some hands-on stitching, call 229-273-1668 or 886-426-3566 or There is more to AARP than a news- Road in Aiken. Guests are always wel- refreshments, and socialization. Meets the visit www.cordelecrispga.com. paper and a magazine. The local chapter come. For additional information call 803- 1st Mon. of each month at Alliance ********* meets at Sands Hill Community Center, 648-7833. Missionary Church, 2801 Ingleside Dr., Columbia County Choral Society To 2540 Wheeler Road, Augusta. For addi- ********* Augusta. For additional information call Present Incarnatio Mysteria tional information or to join call Varnell Senior Volunteers Needed Natalie Farrell at 706-736-5508. Fri., June 3, 7:30 p.m., Wesley United Owens, Chapter President, at 706-790- Fort Discovery need your help in making ********* Methodist Church on North Belair Rd. 4388. visitors’ experiences ones that they will Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group For complete details ticket information ********* never forget. To volunteer call Kathy at Meets 3rd Tues., 7 p.m., Brandon Wilde call 762-233-7793 or visit www.ccchoral- Al-Anon and Alateen Groups 706-821-0609 or email: thibaultk@nscdis- Retirement Community, Evans. For details society.org. Al-Anon and Alateen Groups meet in covery.org. call 706-854-3519 or 706-854-3501. ********************** General Business Directory For Seniors

BUSINESS CARD SECTION Taking Care of Your Love Ones LLC Certified Nurse Aid / Caregiving ADVERTISING INFORMATION Certified CPR / First Aid Darlene Kemp Call [email protected] Carolyn Brenneman Specialize in: • Nursing Home • Home Care 706-407-1564 • Assisted Living & Companionship 800-787-1886 770-882-1928 Long & Short Term Care Point of Need Goodwill NEEDS Home Medical Equipment & Supplies 1186 Atlanta Hwy., Warrenton, GA 30828 706-465-1183 Monday-Friday • 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. YOU! Wheelchairs • Scooters • Lift Chairs • Walkers/Rollators/Canes YOUR DONATIONS Diabetic Shoes/Supplies • Bath Aids • Bathroom Equipment • Medical Supplies When you donate your Sales – Rentals – Repairs clothing and household Free Delivery & Set-Up within 60 miles • Private Pay & Most Insurance Accepted items to Goodwill Industries, the [email protected] merchandise will be processed by trainees and resold at Goodwill stores to fund job training and placement services for people with barriers to employment YOUR TIME Spend an afternoon, or a few hours each week giving back to the community. Make volunteering a part of your family activities.

CALL: Mid GA: 478.957.9741 OR CSRA: 706.790.5350 To f ind a location near you, visit www.goodwillworks.org Page 12 • June 2011 • Senior News • Augusta It is Time for Fun at the Augusta Market by CAROLYN BRENNEMAN The Saturdays are festive with live musical entertainment. Last Photos by Carolyn Saturday, Deb Hemingway, a fine vocalist of 14 years, performed for us, and, of course, there is Pickles, the clown who paints our faces. June is finally here and now it Vendors sell fresh produce, plants, is time for some quality family recre- flowers, handmade soaps, local ation time with our kids and grand- honey, homemade desserts, and sev- kids! Head on out to the Augusta eral hand crafted items. Take a look Market on 8th and Reynolds Street, at the colorful handmade dolls from which is now opened every Saturday Noras Little Women. “These dolls from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. make a unique gift for anyone at any This is a fun family bonding age,” says Nora. activity that all ages enjoy and a Interested in purchasing all natu- great time to grab hold of fresh veg- ral pasture raised beef, pork, lamb, etables, fruits, plants, and unique or rabbit? Check out the stand for crafted items. The fresh vegetables Savannah River Farms, a family Beautiful handmade dolls from Noras Little Women include butter beans, rhubarb, let- working farm, owned and operated tuce, corn, tomatoes, asparagus, and by Ben and Kellie Deen and family. fruits including locally grown straw- Shoppers can also grab some berries from Gurosiks. breakfast or lunch, choosing from “It is getting better and better traditional breakfast items to Middle every year,” says Alice Williams of Eastern delights, shrimp with grits, Augusta. "There are a lot more peo- or cajun cuisine. For dessert, there ple attending, more entertainment, are Red Velvet cupcakes or some and more produce.” The Augusta homemade coconut pralines or bread Market at the River, formerly known pudding. as the Saturday Market on the River, So pick up the family and come now has longer hours and a longer on by to the Saturday Augusta season. Market for some family time.

The family working at the Savannah River Farms

Enjoy Pickles, the friend clown

Brooks Gardens sells plants, herbs and flowers

Homemade pralines, cakes, and delicious sweets Fresh locally grown strawberries