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Retirees,Retirees, EmptyEmpty Nesters,Nesters, andand NewcomersNewcomers toto thethe CSRA...CSRA...... We...We HaveHave aa PlacePlace forfor You!You! StoryStory onon PagePage 66 November 2011 Vol. 25, No. 11 Page 2 • November 2011 • Senior News • Augusta Taking Care Managing challenging Alzheimer’s behaviors by LISA M. PETSCHE have been found to be successful in man- Avoid clichés. • Keep frequently used items in a con- aging, if not reducing, confusion, agitation • Keep questions to a minimum and sistent, easily accessible spot. Labels may and frustration. Medications may be used avoid open-ended ones, especially those be helpful. Store valuables and items that One in ten Americans over age to treat some of the more severe behav- that begin with “Why” or “How.” Allow could pose a danger – including car keys, 65 and almost half of those over 85 have ioral symptoms. However, because they plenty of time for a response. knives and toxic substances – in a secure Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder, are a chemical form of restraint, they are • Simplify tasks and break them down place. according to the Alzheimer’s Association. generally as a last resort. Moreover, many into manageable steps, communication • Keep rooms well lit to eliminate shad- Alzheimer’s disease is dementia-related behaviors do not respond them one at a time. Demonstration may ows. Minimize glare by removing mirrors the most common to medication. help. Try different words when your mes- and covering shiny surfaces. form of dementia (loss If you are a caregiver of someone sage is not getting across. • Minimize noise from televisions, of cognitive function- with dementia, you may find the follow- • Offer limited choices – for instance, radios and telephone ring tones. ing) and involves ing behavior management strategies help- “Would you like coffee or juice?” rather • Avoid changes to the environment and breakdown of nerve ful in looking after your relative. than “What would you like to drink?” don’t allow clutter to accumulate. cells in the brain. • Respond to your relative’s mood when Consistency and simplicity are key. Affected persons Some general advice his words don’t make sense – for exam- • Avoid situations involving crowds, Lisa Petsche gradually lose the • Learn as much as possible about your ple, “It sounds like you’re feeling sad.” noise or unpredictability. ability to interpret relative’s disease and its management, and Listen, show empathy and provide reas- information and to send messages to their educate family and friends to help them surance. Health Tips body to behave in certain ways. understand. (Your local chapter of the • Use humor to deflect a tense situation. • Ensure your relative eats nutritious Mental changes include memory loss, Alzheimer’s Association is an excellent • Be patient and allow ample time to meals, gets adequate exercise and rest, difficulty carrying out routine tasks, dis- resource.) Knowing what to expect and carry out activities. and has regular medical and dental check- orientation to time and place, difficulty how to deal with challenges can go a long • If your relative becomes argumenta- ups. adjusting to new places and situations, way to reduce anxiety and foster a sense tive, don’t debate the facts – a no-win sit- • When your relative appears agitated, loss of language skills and decreased of control. uation. Instead, focus on feelings or use investigate physical causes such as pain, judgment. Mood-wise, there may be anxi- • Try to identify an underlying cause for distraction. hunger or need for toileting first, since ety, decreased expression or inability to behaviors of concern. Keep a log that • Learn to recognize early signs of frus- these needs are easily addressed. control emotions. includes triggers, strategies attempted and tration and be prepared with some calm- • Arrange a doctor visit if you notice Some common behaviors are wander- your relative’s response. With patience ing strategies to head off problematic sudden changes in your relative’s func- ing away from home and becoming lost, and creativity you will develop a reper- behavior – for example, putting on sooth- tioning, mood or behavior, which may repetitious behavior, sundowning (escala- toire of strategies you can draw from to ing music or serving a favorite snack. indicate an acute (treatable) health prob- tion in behavior in the late afternoon and help prevent or manage behavior. • If your relative becomes aggressive, lem – a bladder infection or medication early evening) and altered sleep patterns. remain calm and give him space. Retreat side effects, for example. Other challenging behaviors may include Interpersonal strategies and seek help if you feel threatened. • If you have ongoing concerns about hallucinations (distorted sensory experi- • Use a low-pitched voice to convey your relative’s mood or behavior, request ences), delusions (false beliefs), paranoia calmness and reassurance. Be conscious Environmental adaptations a referral to a geriatric mental health serv- (suspiciousness), and agitation. of your facial expressions and other body • Establish and stick to daily routines. ice. Awide variety of interpersonal strate- language as well. • Provide meaningful activities to occu- ********* gies and environmental modifications • Use simple words and short sentences. py your relative’s time. Investigate avail- Lisa M. Petsche is a social worker able day programs in the community. and a freelance writer specializing in • Prominently post a calendar for mark- boomer and senior issues. She has per- ing events and appointments and keep sonal and professional experience with T OUCHING easy-to-read clocks around the house. elder care. Annual Faith and Aging Conference LIVES scheduled for November 8th Submitted by Para-Professional Caregiver of the JEANETTE CUMMINGS Year and the Volunteer Family Director, Area Agency on Aging Caregiver of the Year. The Care-Net A Division of the CSRA Regional of the Area Agency on Aging accepts Development Center nominations meeting published crite- ria throughout the year as a partner of the Rosalyn Carter Institute of The CSRA Regional Caregiving. Local winners are eligi- Commission Area Agency on ble to run for a state awards present- Aging’s Care-Net will be celebrating ed at the Institute in Americus, National each October. Security... Services... Southern Hospitality! Caregiver’s The Care-Net Caregiver At Thomson Health and Rehabilitation we believe in resident-centered care. Month by honor- Luncheon is the event that brings Preservation of our residents’ dignity, self-respect, rights and privacy is our ing our care- faith communities, caregivers and primary concern. Our programs focus on assisting residents to live each day to givers by host- community resources together. their fullest in a caring and professional environment. We believe this means ing an awards While celebrating our caregivers, it developing personal relationships with our residents and their families. luncheon in also offers caregivers and profes- Our professional staff provides compassionate, individualized care in a home-like, recognition of sionals the opportunity to network family atmosphere... including, but not limited to: 24-Hour Skilled Nursing Care, their contribu- and learn from their peers, visit Pharmacy Service, Physician Services, Restorative Program, Physical Therapy & tions to family exhibitors with the latest products Rehabilitation, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Short or Long Term Jeanette and the commu- and services and take advantage of Rehabilitation, Subacute/Post Hospitalization Care, Dining and Nutrition Services, Cummings nity. The lunch- the strengths of other organizations. Specialized Wound Care, Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care, Pain Management and eon will occur Participants will also be delighted Palliative/Hospice Care. on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 from with good food, entertainment and We look forward to the opportunity to provide tours and answer any questions you 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Julian door prizes. The registration fee for may have regarding short or long term care services. Smith Casino at 2200 Broad Street professionals is $10.00 and the event in Augusta. The keynote speaker will is free for caregivers. be Shirley Garrett, who will present For more information or to reg- Thomson Health and Rehabilitation “Serve from the Top of your Lungs ister, contact Janice Adams, 511 Mount Pleasant Road • Thomson, GA 30824 and the Bottom of Your Heart.” Caregiver Program Manager, at 706- Following her presentation an 210-2000 or toll free 888-922-4464. awards program will recognize the E-mail all inquiries to 706-595-5574 Family Caregiver of the Year, the [email protected]. November 2011 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 3 AGENCY ALERT: When the Cupboard is Bare – Elderly Nutritional Health Faces Multiple Challenges by KATHLEEN ERNCE favorite recipes – or yours – that incor- back-up food, water and high-nutrition and neighbors who can stop by for Executive Director porate healthy products. products such as Ensure® in case a trip lunch or dinner, or enlist the services of The Senior Citizens Council 4. The illness. Many older adults are to the store isn't possible. a professional Caregiver. Augusta, Georgia struggling with health conditions. Some 10. The support. Isolation is one of don't feel like eating as a result. Others the biggest threats to an older adult. As always, if you need additional say that an illness or condition has Suggestion: Encourage your loved one information or have comments about forced them to change the food they to invite friends to dinner. If you can't this article, please call us at 706-868- You've just arrived at your eld- eat. Suggestion: Discovering favorite be there, develop a schedule of friends 0120. erly mom's house and, once again, the recipes from the recipe box and making fridge is empty and your mother is eat- mealtime a social event may help. ing toast for dinner. "Why cook," she 5. The physical problems. 25 per- asks, "when I'm all alone?" Or, perhaps, cent of seniors who live alone Dad has quit eating altogether since encounter issues getting to a grocery Mom – the gourmet cook in the family store, causing more stress on shopping – died last year. or cooking for themselves. Suggestion: Since Mom and Dad Offer to take them to the grocery store can't shop much any- if they are able to travel and walk for a more, seniors home short distance, if walking is a problem, alone are even more see if the grocery store has a cart they vulnerable. can drive or a wheelchair shopping bas- According to a sur- ket. Try, also, to tap into neighbors and vey seniors who are compassionate friends. If you know of not physically able to older adults who live alone, cook extra Kathleen Ernce shop, cook or feed at mealtimes and take it to them. themselves was the 6. That smelly fridge. Check out fifth most common warning sign of expiration dates of food in the refriger- nutritional health experienced by 25 ator when you're visiting a loved one. percent of seniors. When seniors can't Have you noticed an increase in spoiled get to the store to buy the fresh staples food? Remember to check the freezer they need for nutritious meals, their for outdated frozen items or foods that health can suffer. The survey also dis- have not been packaged appropriately. covered that nearly one-half (48 per- Suggestion: Help a senior by packaging cent) of seniors said their mealtimes are food in small portions and labeling in more satisfying if they have someone big letters with the date. prepare their meals for them. 7. The suspicious grocery list. If If your senior loved one is still able you go to the store for Mom, and the to get out, make it a fun experience. list is mostly sweets or snacks, then she Plan an outing to a farmer's market may be headed in the wrong direction where your loved one can peruse the with her diet. Suggestion: Help her put racks of fresh fruits and vegetables. together a grocery list, reminding her of Better yet, help them plant and tend a all the wonderful foods she used to garden. Even if they can't take care of a cook for you. Make it a happy time of large garden, vegetables such as toma- memories. Why not buy the ingredients toes and peppers are easily grown in a and make that recipe together? container garden. Then they will also 8. Those important details. When have something fresh and healthy at you're visiting a senior, check out their fingertips. things like skin tone – it should be Family caregivers know how diffi- healthy looking and well-hydrated – as cult it can be to ensure older adults are well as any weight fluctuations. A loss eating properly. Much can stand in the or gain of 10 pounds in six months way of good nutrition and maintaining could be a sign of trouble. elderly health. For instance, illnesses Suggestion: A visit to the doctor can and diseases can dampen taste buds. help ensure your senior is healthy. Seniors on multiple medications or 9. The empty cupboard. An emer- recovering from an illness may lose gency could trap a loved one home for interest in eating. The conditions of days. Suggestion: Prepare by stocking aging sometimes make shopping and preparing food difficult. And then there's loneliness. All of these issues can mean your mom or dad could fail to thrive like they should. The follow- ing are warning indicators that a senior could be in trouble: 1. The loneliness. Not only are sen- iors at more risk of poor nutrition, lone- liness can lead to depression, which could make problems worse. More than three-fourths of seniors who live alone eat alone most of the time. Suggestion: Try to make sure your older loved one has companionship at home or in a con- gregate meal site. 2. The multiple meds. Nearly three- fourths (71 percent) of seniors take three or more different medications a day, according to this research. Suggestion: Talk to your senior's health care team about how medications might be impacting your older adult's appetite and discuss with them what to do about it. 3. The lack of healthy staples. For a number of reasons, important staples for a good diet are not always found in a senior's kitchen. Nearly half of sen- iors who live alone consume few fruits, vegetables or milk products. Suggestion: In season, why not find an affordable, local farmer's market? Talk with your older loved one about their Page 4 • November 2011 • Senior News • Augusta

Times Not Forgotten Cotton Picking and Mullet Fish by CHRISTINE COLEMAN ache from bending over for long would go out to the wagon and get hours. Of course, that was a job that the block of ice Papa had brought Serving Augusta & the CSRA had to be done, and you didn’t ques- home. It would be embedded in cot- tion why. tonseeds he had brought home from Website I feel sure you’ve noticed During those hot days, someone the gin. In this way, the ice would www.seniornewsga.com those large fields of open white cot- in the group went for a bucket of not melt so quickly. That night, we’d www.seniornewsgeorgia.com ton as you drive along the highway. water for those who were working. have fish and corn bread and tea. To me, that’s a beautiful sight. I can That person was instructed to hurry That’s all we wanted. Today, people enjoy it now much more than when I and also to draw water from the have side dishes, but we didn’t want Editor/Columnist was growing up in the early 1930s. “north’ side. Drawing water from the more. Faye Jones We lived on the farm and cotton- north side meant to lower the well To add to this pleasure, Mama Email: [email protected] picking time came around every year bucket into the well and hold the would do a different menu for break- in late summer. It had to be gathered well chain so that the bucket would fast. She’d mix fish eggs and hen before “September Gales” came and enter the water on the north side. eggs to cook. Now, this was another made the crop less profitable. Water from there meant that it would special treat. We’d have our dual Advertising Account As a young child, my mother be cooler. Back then, grown ups dish eggs and hot biscuits. With this Executives would let me sit on her cotton sack were offered water first and then the memory in mind, we didn't go back Carolyn Brenneman as she picked cotton and dragged me children drank. Mind you, everyone to the cotton field feeling so bad. We 706-407-1564 along after her. Soon I was big used the same dipper, and we all knew that when Papa carried a load enough to have a flour sack bag lived. of cotton to be ginned, he’d bring 800-787-1886 (made just for me) that I could use to A special tradition of ours was back a block of ice and some mullet [email protected] pick cotton like the others in my during cotton-picking time. When fish. family. Now, that was so important! Papa carried a wagonload of cotton ********* A bag of my own! Little did I know to be ginned, he always brought Columnists that in the future, I’d feel different home mullet fish and a block of ice. Christine Coleman lives in Carolyn Brenneman about picking cotton. Those long We knew we were going to have Swainsboro. Feel free to E-mail her Dr. Bill Baggett days were hot and our backs would mullet for supper. My brothers at [email protected]. Christine Coleman Kathleen Ernce Lisa Petsche Spiritual Notes ********* Published monthly. Business Office is located at 115 Bigham A Season of Thanksgiving! Drive, Warner Robins, GA 31088. Circulation: Metro by Dr. Bill Baggett many times, my wife said, with thanksgiving and into His Atlanta, 31,000; Augusta, Minister to Seniors “Mother, just say thank you.” At courts with praise. Be thankful to 13,500; Macon/Central Georgia, Dunwoody Baptist Church any age it is sometimes difficult to Him and bless His name. For the 8,000. Editorial and advertising be thankful. Lord is good; His mercy is ever- copy deadline is the 15th of the Most importantly, as did the lasting, and His truth endures to all month. Preference is given to As we approach November, Pilgrims, we need to give thanks to generations.” (Psalm 100) editorial copy submitted earliest. our thoughts turn to Thanksgiving God for the manifold blessings we Elizabeth Bibesco said it best; Publishers do not accept any and the stories of the pilgrims as receive every day. David expressed “Blessed are those who give with- liability whatsoever for any they gave thanks to God for His it so beautifully in a song of Praise out remembering and take without material supplied by advertisers blessings in this new land. and thanksgiving for the Lord’s forgetting.” As we receive God’s or editorial organizations includ- Growing up I can recall the antici- faithfulness in the following Psalm: daily blessings as well as gifts ing the use of trademarks, logo- pation of quality time with family “Make a joyful shout to the from others, let us not forget to say types, slogans, or other service members we had not seen in a long Lord, all you lands! Serve the Lord a heartfelt Thank You! marks, or any claims made by time as well as great food and fel- with gladness; come before His ********* such organizations and such lowship. There was also a strong presence with singing. Know that organizations indemnify and save emphasis at our house on the spiri- the Lord, He is God; It is He who Dr. Baggett can be reached at harmless the publishers in the tual meaning of this season. has made us, and not we ourselves; Dunwoody Baptist Church, 1445 event of any lawsuit or litigation. It is rewarding today when you we are His people and the sheep of Mt. Vernon Road, Atlanta, GA In the event of any publishers' hear a “thank you” if you extend a His pasture. Enter into His gates 30338; phone 770-280-1200. error in the content of any adver- courtesy to someone. tisement, maximum liability shall Unfortunately, too often these be limited to the cost of the words are not spoken in response advertising area in which the for a good deed. Not only should “On the Move with Parkinson’s Walk 2011” error occurred. Publishers adults be conscious of this fact but Special to Senior News nesses to match your participation reserve the rights to edit or reject we need to be role models for any materials submitted for pub- and/or donation. The funds raised are young people. Youth of today are used locally, currently funding lication. sometimes given so many material Editorial information you research and quality of life programs “things” that the expectations would like considered for publi- “on the Move with right here in the CSRA. You can exceed the need to be grateful for cation should be mailed to: Parkinson's Walk 2011," the CSRA help to eliminate Parkinson's Senior News, P. O. Box 8389, the gifts they receive. Parkinson Support Group’s 12th Disease; this crippling and demoral- Warner Robins, GA 31095-8389. I remember attending a birth- annual Walk and Raffle, is fast izing condition that affects many ********* day party for a young niece. When approaching. You'll want to be a part loved ones. For more information she finished opening her many of this. You can register on call K. Hays at 803-593-6605 or CORPORATE OFFICE gifts, she looked around and asked, November 5th, at the "On the Move email [email protected]. Billy R. Tucker, President/Publisher “Is this all?” My wife’s mother was Parkinson Walk," at the Wilson • The Get Active in Aiken! Phone: 478-929-3636; 800-752-5037 a wonderful “giving” person. It YMCA, 3570 Wheeler Road, Parkinson's Support Group will meet FAX: 478-929-4258 Augusta, GA. Registration begins at on November 4, 2011 at 3 pm Just www.seniornewsga.com was very difficult for here to E-mail: [email protected] receive a gift. She would always 9 a.m. and the Walk is launched at Breathe Studio 116 Pendleton St SW 10 a.m. The Raffle will follow, at 11 Aiken, SC Copyright 1987 exclaim, “Honey, you shouldn’t Senior News & Views of Georgia have done this.” After hearing this a.m. • PAR Fore Parkinson's Aiken, Challenge other groups or busi- SC www.parforeparkinsons.org. November 2011 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 5 Poets’ Corner Editor’s Note: If you have written a ********* To places you need to go to As we both walk slowly away “well-worked” poem which you would It’s not easy getting old To be together hand in hand like considered for publication, please AGE I heard my mother say Makes for a Great Day! forward it to: Senior News, P. O. Box by Frankie Lee And now I suddenly understand 8389, Warner Robins, GA 31095-8389. For I am 60 today Author’s Note: I wrote this poem for Please include your name and address on It’s not easy getting old my mother. your poem. 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FREEDOM’S PRICE The many things you’ve done before (In memory of the casualties of Seem so, so far away Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941) And, oh how badly you want that by Henry Newton Goldman time back Veteran – WWII You ask for each time you pray

Each veteran approaches the rail, So many things you can no longer do drops a flower into the water, That you have done before gives a salute and steps away. So many places you want to go Little things like going to a store Oil drops rising from the ship below, burst upon the water, spread To rake the leaves in a yard you love outward in a circular rainbow of And even cut the grass MAPLES FERRY ALL BRICK color, as if those entombed below The many things you used to do are accepting these floral honors. That now you need to ask PATIO HOMES Echoing Taps bugle across the water, Sometimes its lonely, your children Starting at $149,900. In the Heart of Evans! as down the cheeks of wrinkled gone veterans tear trickle slowly – Only a bird left to greet you slowly as the flowers float away. And the memories of all you had Looking for a builder that will build your home with your special In your heart you long needs and desires using their basic plans? Pick one of the remaining A naval custom is observed as a lots, plan, brick colors and features you desire. Your home can be destroyer cruises slowly by the It’s not easy getting old completed from start to finish in 45 to 60 days (weather permitting). memorial, all hands lined up on I heard my mother say deck dressed out in navy whites Sometimes with tears in her eyes Home sizes start with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and double garages with standing at attention. As she would nightly pray additional rooms available to meet your needs and desires. The flag over the memorial is flying The many things you want to do at half mast. Prayers are said: That you can’t do anymore VISIT US NOW WHILE INTEREST RATES ARE STILL admirals speak to the occasion. You even have a hard time LOW AND WE HAVE PRIME LOTS REMAINING! Getting up to answer the door One veteran’s words linger; “I want my grandchildren to remember No one seems to understand Call for additional information. that freedom does not come cheap, How hard it gets to be and retaining it, is an ever vigilant To have so much help Executive Partners task.” When it used to be just me ********* Patsy Rector 706-840-5704 So much you used to do alone HARBOR NO HATE Whatever you wanted to do Mary Knight 706-399-3963 (Dedicated to the Greatest Generation) No one to ask for a ride by Vera King

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Author’s Note: I saw the barbed wire when I served at Marine Barracks, Pearl Harbor. 1355 Independence Drive • Augusta, Georgia 30901 • (706) 724-7746 • Toll Free 1-866-4-WALTON www.wrh.org Page 6 • November 2011 • Senior News • Augusta On the Cover Retirees, Empty Nesters, and Newcomers to the CSRA – We Have a Place for You! by CAROLYN BRENNEMAN ner or intermediate golf, tennis, bowling, mah-jong, bingo, bridge, Photos by Carolyn the meditation group, the movie group, canasta, the Cappuccino COVER Club which meets at various coffee Julie Michalczyk, Activities shops in the CSRA, out to lunch Director (in the white jacket), bunch, an out and about group, the Linda Hoogland, President, and Young at Art group, the Writers Mary Futrell, Historian Group, and many more groups! And, the club is open to adding new events and activities. Are you soon to become a Membership is open to any retiree or an empty nester? Or have lovely female who has moved into you recently moved to the CSRA? the CSRA within the last five years Then the Newcomers Club may be or to any other women living in the just right for you! CSRA who have had a major The Augusta Area Newcomers lifestyle change (such as retire- Club, with a large all-women mem- ment, empty nest, divorce or loss Club members enjoying lunch at Sacred Heart bership, is the perfect organization of spouse) and enables them to for retirees, empty nesters and new now become an active club mem- residents simply because it pro- ber. And many members have been er each time. At the upcoming couples, new moms, and even new- vides opportunities to make new part of the Newcomers Club for November 17th meeting, a holiday lyweds.” So come on down and friends and become involved in several years. Besides the group silent auction and the Coldwater visit one of the monthly luncheon fun, social, and charitable events. activities, there are monthly lunch- Creek Fashion Show at the meetings. You will be thrilled with There is a wide variety of day and eons held at different locations, Westlake Country Club will take the results. For more information, night small group activities for sin- such as at Sacred Heart Cultural place. How fun is that! email Linda Hoogland, at lhoog- gle women or for couples. One can Center or The Savannah Rapids Hosting charitable events is an [email protected]. join in on such activities as begin- Pavilion, and feature a guest speak- important part in Newcomers and an annual silent auction is held every year. “This March, we will host our annual silent auction and will raise money to benefit one special charity,” says Linda Hoogland, President of Newcomers. Last year, the Club raised over $6,000 to benefit three organizations. Members of the club help obtain donations from com- munity businesses and also make beautiful gifts and gift baskets for the charity. So, my friends, come on and join and participate in the variety of fun and entertaining activities. “It is a great organization,” says Mary Furtell, the Club’s Member won a beautiful gift Historian, “we have lots of retirees, basket from the raffle. THE LEDGES APARTMENTS

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Applications Taken at 550 Sikes Hill, North Augusta, SC 803-279-1776 Mary Futrell with two new members, Bali Singh and Judy Johnson. November 2011 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 7 Page 8 • November 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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Now You See Her is more into but that sage advice has stayed with me Apartment Features plot, impressive in its relentless pacing, throughout my writing career. and its writers hold its readers through the Could that journalist have also spoken • Washer/Dryer Connections power of words. with James Patterson and Michael • Heated/Cooled Sunrooms Community Features Now You See Her was thrust upon me Ledwidge? This I don’t know. • Fully Equipped Kitchens by the Harbour Shores Book Club, an Nonetheless, they have also heeded those • Oversized Bathrooms • Community Center w/planned enthusiastic group of women who live just words. Now You See Her captures its read- activities south of Atlanta. As a member, I was espe- er’s attention. Zooming from one traumatic • Large Walk-in Closets cially attracted to their latest gathering by event to another, the book is a fast-paced • Water and Sanitation Included • Individual Gardening Areas promises of gourmet quiche, prepared by thriller from start to finish. It puts the read- • Garbage Disposal • Gazebo with Flower Gardens our hostess Ginger. Comments were as fol- er in the groove on the first page and just • Mini Blinds • Horse Shoe Pit lows: doesn’t let go. “Oh, you’ll like this book,” said The plot centers on one horrific inci- • Single Story, No Stairs Ginger, as soon as I arrived. “I read it in dent that forever changes one woman’s • Handicap Accessible just two days. You’ll open the book and life. Its twists and turns are unexpected Vintage Gardens keep going.” and the work is a fresh contemporary take At Sweetwater on the genre. Characters could have been “It moves quickly from one thing to COME ON HOME! 3 Murrah Road Extension another,” said Brenda. explored more fully, but on this super “The author will keep you in sus- speedway paved with words, who’s to N. Augusta, SC 29860 pense,” added Sandy. notice? I liked the book. Enough said! Section 8 vouchers accepted and transferable (803) 819-3139 “I’m not a reader,” commented ********* from Georgia to South Carolina! Bunny, “but it was so good, it made me Monday-Friday, 9 am-3 pm read. My husband read it and liked it.” You may contact Anne at anneb- Equal Housing Opportunity Saturday, by appointment “I knew immediately there was a bad [email protected]; annebjones.com. November 2011 • Senior News • Augusta • Page 9 Making Something Ancient of the New Sculpture by Kath Girdler Engler – Currently on display at the Special to Senior News ship between siblings and the faces are nondescript. Man of the Sea, unlike most of my pieces, looks like my son Eben. Organized by the Morris The objects featured in this piece are Museum of Art, Making Something items we found together on the shore in Ancient of the New: Sculpture by Kath North Carolina. Eben is now grown, and Girdler Engler is currently on display at this piece is both a reflection of the past and acknowledgement of the present.” the Morris Museum’s newest gallery Girdler Engler’s spontaneous and where it remains on view through organic sculptures, riddled with allusions January 8, 2012. and symbols, may seem like enigmas to “Kath Girdler Engler is both techni- the casual viewer. That is not, however, cally proficient and wildly imaginative. the affect that the artist seeks. “Initially The themes she explores – fecundity, it is just a process; a puzzle and you maternity, the elemental need to nurture have to figure out what works and what and be nurtured – might seem common- doesn’t. I enjoy the process, especially place in the hands of an artist less that moment when I recognize what is skilled. In hers, they are released by her there before me,” Girdler Engler com- continuing and quite obviously enthusi- mented. “You can read a lot into my astic exploration of materials and works, and though some pieces are high- method,” said Kevin Grogan, director of ly personal, I do not seek to make state- the Morris Museum of Art. ments with my sculptures.” According to Girdler Engler, most The Morris is open to the public of the pieces in this show center on Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 themes of spirituality, family, a.m.–5:00 p.m., and on Sunday, parent/child, and sibling relationships. noon–5:00 p.m. For more information “Middle Child is quite autobiographical about the Morris Museum of Art, visit Kath Girdler Engler, Middle Child, 2010. Mixed media. Courtesy of – I was the middle child – however, the www.themorris.org or call 706-724- piece generally symbolizes the relation- 7501. the artist. Holiday Gingerbread Village Event a Scrumptious FREE Program presented by the Augusta Museum of History Special to Senior News opportunity to bid on the houses are Riverside, Herbert Homes, Surrey special treat for all ages! For more FREE to the public during regular Center, Ranco, Morgan Keegan, and information on the Village please Museum hours. The week of Mrs. Eleanor H. Taylor. contact the Museum at (706) 722- For the sixth year the Monday, November 21 through Please come and join us for this 8454. Augusta Museum of History is proud Sunday, November 27 the Museum to present an experience to delight is open to the public. the senses, the annual Holiday The Holiday Gingerbread Gingerbread Village, Thursday, Village is made possible to date November 17 through Sunday, through the generous support of November 27 in the Museum’s Carole Fabrics, Dr. and Mrs. Jed Rotunda! Howington, Maj. Gen. (USAF Ret.) Each historic-themed ginger- and Mrs. Perry M. Smith, Augusta bread creation will be available First Bank and Trust, R.W. Allen and through silent auction, with proceeds Associates and SCANA Energy. benefiting Museum programs and Support is also provided by The exhibitions. The display and the Jewelers Bench, MCBS LLC, Dixie The Junior League of Augusta to present a shopping extravaganza! Special to Senior News including Pictures with Santa and a Ladies Night Out. Make plans to attend this exciting three day event!! You don't want to The Junior League of Augusta miss it! For details visit www.jlaaugus- is proud to present our first annual ta.org. Holiday Market! We are excited to introduce our newest fundraiser and ABOUT THE JUNIOR LEAGUE soon-to-be Augusta tradition to be held OF AUGUSTA, GEORGIA November 18-20, 2011 at the Augusta Celebrating its 82nd year, the Marriott Hotel and Suites located Junior League of Augusta, Georgia was downtown on the beautiful Savannah founded in 1925 as the Junior Workers, River. and accepted into the Association of The Junior League of Augusta, Junior Leagues International in March GA, founded in 1925, is an organiza- 1929. The Junior League of Augusta, tion of approximately 600 women com- Georgia is an organization of women mitted to promoting voluntarism, devel- committed to promoting voluntarism, oping the potential of women, and developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the improving the community through the effective action and leadership of effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Holiday Market was trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclu- created to be a major fundraiser for the sively educational and charitable. For League’s growing community projects. more information about the JLA please In addition to shopping, we are call 706-736-0033 or visit our website planning spectacular special events, at www.jlaugusta.org. Page 10 • November 2011 • Senior News • Augusta

• Harlem Senior Center SC; 564-6149 Tina Sidener; 405 B West Church St., Harlem, ********* GA 30814; 706-449-8400 Academy for Lifelong • Jefferson County Senior Center Learning, USC-Aiken Marie Swint; 209 E. 7th St., Louisville, GA Information: 803-641-3288 Augusta/CSRA 30434; 478-625-8820 ********* • McDuffie Senior Center Hearing Loss Association of Augusta Melinda Hill; 304 Greenway St., Thomson, GA Meetings are held on the 3rd Monday, 30824; 706-595-7502 September to May, at First Baptist Church of • Jenkins County Senior Center Augusta. For information on the organization Shirley Chance; 998 College Ave., Millen, GA please contact Gloria Ireland, President, at 706- 30442; 478-982-4213 733-3034. • Lincoln County Senior Center ********* CCAALLEENNDDAARR Pam Parton; 160 May Ave., Lincolnton, GA Hephzibah Lions Club 30817; 706-359-3760 Meets the 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7 p.m., Jesse • Sylvania Senior Center Carroll Community Center, Windsor Spring Rd., Cathy Forehand; 209 E. Ogeechee St., Sylvania, Hephzibah. For additional information contact GA 30467; 912-564-7727 Lion David Usry, President, at 706-592-2752. • Taliaferro County Senior Center ********* Augusta State University crafts, Bingo and travel? Interested in staying Allene Oliver; 119 Commerce St., Crawfordville, Morris Museum of Art Continuing healthy and active? Tired of eating lunch alone? If GA 30631; 706-456-2611 1 Tenth Street at Riverwalk in Augusta Riverfront • Online Courses: Go to classes in your pajamas, you answered YES to these questions, then you • Warren County Senior Center Center. Call 706-724-7501 for more information at anytime day or night. Go to www.ced.aug.edu need to check out a Senior Center near you! Gwanda Murray; 48 Warren St., Warrenton, GA or visit the Museum’s website at www.the mor- and click on ONLINE COURSES. Contact Byron • Blythe Area Recreation Department 30828; 706-465-3539 ris.org. Widener for more information at 706-667-4215. Patricia Strakosch; 3129 Highway 88, Blythe, GA • Washington County Council on Aging • Indie Films: Welcome to Shelbyville, Nov. 16 ********* 30805; 706-592-6668 Jane Colson; 466 Maurice Friedman Rd., ********* The Senior Citizens Council • Carrie J. Mays Recreation Center Sandersville, GA 31082; 478-552-0898 (Mon., Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art 218 Oak Street North, Suite L Sheryl Jones; 1015 11th Ave., Augusta, GA Tues, and Thurs.) Located at 506 Telfair Street, Augusta. Call 706- Augusta, GA 30907; 706-868-0120 30901; 706-821-2831 478-552-0013 722-5465 for information. www.seniorcitizenscouncil.org • East View Community Center • Wilkes County ********* The Senior Citizens Council is open Roberta Sullivan; 644 Aiken St., Augusta, GA Diana Hall; 108 Marshall St., Washington, GA Caregiver Support Group Monday through Friday for the following servic- 30901; 706-722-2302 30673; 706-678-2518 Are you caring for a spouse or parent? Join other es: • HH Brigham Senior Center • Shiloh Comprehensive Community Center caregivers to share experiences, gather practical • Advocacy Programs including: Caseworker Pat Jenner; 2463 Golden Camp Rd., Augusta, GA Elizabeth Jones; 1635 15th St., Augusta, GA resources and find the support you need. The Services; Caregiver Support and Information; Bill 30906; 706-772-5456 30901; 706-738-0089 group meets the 3rd Monday of each month at Paying and Money Management; Benefits • McBean Community Center ********* 6:30 p.m. at the Friedman Branch Library located Counseling including information about the new Willamae Shaheed; 1155 Hephzibah-McBean Rd., H. H. Brigham Senior Center at 1447 Jackson Road in Augusta. For more infor- Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans; and, Hephzibah, GA 30815; 706-560-1814 or 706-560- 2463 Golden Camp Rd., Augusta mation contact Georgia Jopling, Caregiver Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 2628 Contact: Patricia A. Jenner Specialist, Area Agency on Aging, 706-210-2000 Prevention. • Sand Hills Community Center 706-772-5456; 1 a.m.-3 p.m. or 888-922-4464. • Foster Grandparent Program and Senior Lillie Rosier; 2540 Wheeler Rd., Augusta, GA ********* ********* Companion Program: Limited income persons age 30904; 706-842-1912 or 706-842-1916 Aiken County Parks, Recreation & Tourism continued on page 11 60 and older needed to work from 15 to 40 hours • New Bethlehem Community Center, Inc. 902 Vaucluse Rd., Aiken, SC a week with special-needs children or adults. Call Millicent E. West; 1336 Conklin Ave., Augusta, 29801; 803-642-7559; www.aiken- for complete details. GA 30901; 706-722-0086 countysc.gov/tourism • Retired and Senior Volunteer Program: Are you • Bessie Thomas Community Center Courtney Senior Center looking for a fun and exciting way to make a dif- Jeff Asman; 5913 Euchee Creek Dr., Grovetown, 49 Roy St., Wagener, SC; 564-5211 BREAKTHROUGH IN HEALTH ference in the community? RSVP offers persons GA 30813; 706-556-0308 • Senior Bingo: 3rd Fri., 2 p.m., ASEA – Redox Signaling Molecules age 55 or older an opportunity to apply their skills • Burke County Senior Center Free and experience to meet critical community needs. Jackie Brayboy; 717 W. 6th St., Waynesboro, GA • Canasta Club: Wednesdays, 12 RSVP pairs talented volunteers with their choice 30830; 706-437-8007 noon, Free The Key To Living Younger Longer! of a variety of non-profit, health care, govern- • Glascock County Senior Center Harrison-Caver Park ment, and faith-based organizations. Call for com- Anita May; 568 Brassell Park Ln., Gibson, GA 4181 Augusta Rd., Clearwater, SC; plete details. 30810; 706-598-3050 593-4698 For additional information or to make an • Grovetown Senior Center Aiken County Recreation Center ASEA appointment for a needed service, call 706-868- Betty Laverty; 103 W. Robinson Ave., 917 Jefferson Davis Hwy., 0120 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Grovetown, GA 30813; 706-210-8699 Graniteville, SC; 663-6142 www.TeamAsea.com/Staywell ********* • Betty Hill Senior Citizens Center Roy Warner Park CSRA Senior Centers Cathie Birdsong; 330 Waters Work Rd., Sparta, 4287 Festival Trail Rd., Wagener, Over 60? Enjoy socializing, parties, cards, GA 31087; 706-444-7532 404-668-2420 General Business Directory For Seniors

Augusta Meditation and Tai Chi BUSINESS CARD SECTION Ricky D. Robinson Tai Chi for Seniors Work Shop at H2U New Beginners Class ADVERTISING INFORMATION (Doctors Hosp.) • Where: Doctors Hearing Instrument Specialist • Saturday Dec 3rd from 8 am to 12 noon Hospital H2U Licensed in GA and SC • Introduction to Tai Chi for Seniors • When: Tues Oct Your Family Hearing Call • You will learn the first four movements 25th - 8:30 am Health Providers of Tai Chi for Arthritis 3328 Washington Rd., Suite D • Cost: $5 per person • Cost is $20 per person Martinez, GA Carolyn Brenneman • Call to register Your Hearing Phone: (706) 868-8862 706-407-1564 Tel: (706) 963-0504 Fax: (706) 868-6662 Email: [email protected] [email protected] Matters to Us! 800-787-1886 www.augustameditation.com/arthritis.html Website: www.hearingmatters.net

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********* DBSA (Depression Bi Polar Support Alliance) CSRA Parkinson Support Group CALENDAR AARP Augusta Local 266 Meets the 3rd Wed. of every month at 6 p.m., Meets monthly, St. John Towers Dining Room, from page 10 There is more to AARP than a newspaper First Baptist Church of Augusta, Walton Bldg., 724 Greene St., Augusta. For details call 706- and a magazine. The local chapter meets at Sands Room 105., 3500 Walton Way Ext., Augusta. Call 364-1662. Augusta Museum of History Hill Community Center, 2540 Wheeler Road, 706-722-0010 for complete details. ********* 560 Reynolds Street in downtown Augusta. Call Augusta. For additional information or to join ********* Walton Rehabilitation Health System 706-722-8454 for events information. call Varnell Owens, Chapter President, at 706- Volunteers Needed Offerings • Into the Interior: A History of the Georgia 790-4388. The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program • Augusta Stroke & Outpatient Support Group: Railroad and Banking Company: Ongoing ********* is seeking volunteers in 2nd Wed., Noon-1 p.m., Walton Rehabilitation • Augusta’s Story: Ongoing Al-Anon and Alateen Groups Aiken/Barnwell/Edgefield Counties at ACTS, Health System Board Room, 1355 Independence • Celebrating a Grand Tradition, the Sport of Al-Anon and Alateen Groups meet in vari- Aiken Area Council on Aging, Barnwell Hospital Dr., 706-823-5250. Golf: Ongoing ous locations in the CSRA Mon.-Sat. For infor- and Health Department, Community Ministry of • Brain Injury Support Group: 2nd Thurs., 6-7:30 • The Godfather of Soul, Mr. James Brown: mation or a listing of meeting in the area call North Augusta, Cumbee Center, Generations p.m., Walton Rehabilitation Health System, Ongoing 706-738-7984. To locate meeting throughout Unlimited, Golden Harvest, Habitat for Walton West, 2501 Center West Pkwy., 706-533- • Brown Bag History Series: Veteran’s Oral Georgia call 800-568-1615. Humanity, NHC Healthcare, Our Lady of the 3094. History Project, Wed., Nov. 2, 12:30 p.m. ********* Valley, Public Schools, Salvation Army, Senior • Spinal Cord Injury Support Group: 2nd Thurs., ********* Augusta Area Newcomers Club Net, SPCA, Trinity Mission Health & Rehab, 5-6 p.m., Walton Outpatient Therapy Center, 706- Lucy Craft Laney The Augusta Area Newcomers Club is a VOICE, Women in Unity. Duties include deliver- 823-8504. Museum of Black History non-profit organization that helps people who are ing meals, office administration, crocheting, • Amputee Support Group: 3rd Thurs., Noon-1 www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com new to the area get acclimated, make friends, and tutoring, etc. If you are 55 or older and interest- p.m., Walton Rehabilitation Health System, 1355 Call 706-724-3576 for events information. get involved with charitable organizations. We ed in giving back to our community, please con- Independence Dr., 706-823-8504. ********* offer a variety of activities such as golf, book tact Dana Caines or Sherry Hajec 803-648-6836 ********* "Dance with Us” groups, and dining out. We will have a luncheon ext. 223 or 224. Rape Crisis and Sexual Assault Services The Augusta Chapter of USA Ballroom on April 21st at The Partridge Inn. The speaker is ********* Seeking Volunteer Advocates Dance invites beginners to pros to our FIRST Michelle Nicholson who will speak about Safaris Augusta Chapter Of The Embroiderers’ Guild Volunteers are needed in Richmond, Burke, SATURDAY social dance at the Elks Lodge #205 and Travel Adventures. For reservations please Of America Jefferson and McDuffie Counties. Advocates on Elkdom Court. Members $8 and Non-mem- contact [email protected] or Anyone with an appreciation of embroidery must be able to respond to hospitals in their area bers $12 starting with a complimentary begin- call Susan Salisbury at 706-814-6297. is welcome. Chapter consists of women with within 30 minutes. Contact Dinah at 706-774- ner's dance lesson at 6:30 p.m. and also one by ********* diverse backgrounds, experience, and ages who 2746 or email [email protected] for com- different local studios at 8:00 p.m. Find Your Voice share an interest and pleasure in needlework. plete details. For more information contact Norma Aiken Toastmasters meet on the first and Meetings include a review of local needlework ********* Holder at 806-868-0213, Marie Perotto at 706- third Thursday of each month, 6:45 p.m., at Odell activities, some hands-on stitching, refreshments, Cookbook For Sale – $15.00 863-1180 or Jean Avery at 706-863-4186. Weeks Center on Whiskey Road in Aiken. Guests and socialization. Meets the 1st Mon. of each 400 Delicious Recipes! Great Gift Idea! Purchase ********* are always welcome. For additional information month at Alliance Missionary Church, 2801 at Making Ends Meet Bargain Center, 3850 Augusta Christian Singles Dance call 803-648-7833. Ingleside Dr., Augusta. For additional informa- Washington Rd., Martinez, La Petite Plaza. Dances held each Saturday night, 7-11 p.m., ********* tion call Natalie Farrell at 706-736-5508. ********* at Ballroom Dance Center, 525 Grand Slam Dr., Senior Volunteers Needed ********* Fifteenth Annual A Night of Remembrance Evans. Admission includes complimentary dance Fort Discovery need your help in making visi- Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group A Luminary Ceremony to Remember Loved lessons 7-8 p.m., refreshments and soft drinks. tors’ experiences ones that they will never forget. Meets 3rd Tues., 7 p.m., Brandon Wilde Ones, Thurs., Nov. 3, 7 p.m., on grounds of Cost: Guests, $10; members, $8. For additional To volunteer call Kathy at 706-821-0609 or Retirement Community, Evans. For details call Trinity Hospital of Augusta. Rain date: Thurs., information call Theresa Thigpen at 706-294- email: [email protected]. 706-854-3519 or 706-854-3501. Nov 10, 7 p.m. Call 706-729-6222. 7195. ********* ********* ********* General Business Directory For Seniors

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YOU! Experience Care Delivered with Love YOUR DONATIONS When you donate your clothing and household Free items to Goodwill Industries, the merchandise will be processed by trainees and resold Trial at Goodwill stores to fund job training and placement services for people with barriers to employment Day! YOUR TIME Spend an afternoon, or a few hours each week giving back to the community. Make volunteering Call Dorothy Grady at 706.364.7854 a part of your family activities. for additional information Located across from the Omni CALL: Mid GA: 478.957.9741 801 Oakhurst Drive • Evans, Georgia OR CSRA: 706.790.5350 www.sarahcare.com/evanstolocks Hours: Monday to Friday – 7 am to 6 pm To f ind a location near you, visit Please call at least one day ahead... www.goodwillworks.org “Funding and Transportation Available” Page 12 • November 2011 • Senior News • Augusta Hey, Seniors! Check out these Free Services and Events! EVANS MEDICAL GROUP by CAROLYN BRENNEMAN

Seniors, have you heard the latest buzz? Did you know that you Call for guys on Medicare can take advan- tage of the new free screenings your offered? And aren’t we here in the CSRA really blessed to have so Appointment many free or low cost healthful and informative events, classes and activ- ities for all our seniors? Yeah, all you great Seniors out there, on Medicare, did you know that regarding healthcare, Medicare 706.868.3100 now offers participants more preven- tive health services for free, accord- ing to the Affordable Care Act which was effective January 1, 2011. Some Maria A. Johnson, D.O. of these screenings to the Medicare fee for service plans include annual wellness checkups, smoking cessa- tion counseling, ultrasound screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms, Dr. Maria Johnson bone mass measurement and many Carmen from The Family Y more. According to the conducting a class www.Medicare.gov website, only one-sixth of eligible participants Georgia and other plans. Check your Accepting have taken advantage of these servic- plan for details. es. And for those of you on Medicare Want to check your sugar levels Advantage plans, there are also or cholesterol? There are also free many free services offered. Check screenings four times a year at the NEW Patients with your plan provider or medical H2U Center of Doctors Hospital practitioner for more information. where we can get free tests for total Seniors, want to participate in a cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood group physical activity? Then see if pressure. Check it out at the next your health plan allows access to event. For upcoming dates call h2u SilverSneakers. SilverSneakers is a at 706.651.6716. So all you wonder- •Wellness Care for fun social and energizing program ful Seniors, take advantage of the that helps Seniors take greater con- screenings and stay healthy. trol of their health by encour- Adults and Children aging physical activity and offering social events. There are several locations for • Osteopathic Manipulation SilverSneakers and one of them is at The Family Y here Trigger Point Injections in Augusta. SilverSneakers provides many great fitness classes as well as social activi- ties and swimming. Yep, it is •Well Woman Care an indoor pool so get your suit on! And some of the Medicare Advantage plans which offer • Hypertension, Diabetes, SilverSneakers include Humana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia, United and Heart Disease HealthCare, WellCare of Netza and Dan enjoying classes Medicare Accepted

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