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Volume 39, Issue 1
MEET
PUFFIN
Introducing Pet Therapy
at Bentley Adult Day Health Also inside... What Is Durable Financial Power of Attorney? Help ACCA While You Shop This Holiday Season Winter 2015 Center for Active Living Trips and Classes
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KaDee Holt, Chief Marketing Officer at ACCA, took the photo while shadowing Genesis Rehab Services staff in early November at the Bentley Adult Day Health. Rebekah is a student with Brenau University working towards a degree in Physical Therapy. She recently introduced Puffin, a certified therapy dog, to the participants and Puffin has started to assist in speech, occupational, and physical therapy. Read more on page 18.
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new year already?
Set your New Year’s resolution to train for the annual March for Meals 5K and 12K. acca holds its annual meeting
See who this year’s staff awards and years of service awards went to at the October annual meeting.
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around the bend
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on the scene
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letter from the ceo making it work an inside view cal program catalog
powerful tools for caregivers
ACCA is excited to be offering the Powerful Tools for Caregivers class again this winter. The class will start on January 26 and go through March 6. FALL 2013 3
LETTER
from the CEO
HOME & COMMUNITY BASED What Does that Mean? How Does It Benefit Our Community? H
ome and Community Based Services (HCBS) refers to supportive services that help older adults remain in their homes. These consist of transportation for critical doctor appointments, assistance with bathing and dressing, healthy meals, adult day care and caregiver relief. The cost of these services are far lower than the cost of nursing home care and the person is able to live in their own home in their community. An average annual cost of HCBS services in Georgia is $1,884.00 vs $55,000.00 of which $13,200.00 is state dollars. Investing state dollars into HCBS programs make perfect sense and encourages consumer choice. The state of Georgia currently has over 13,000 on the waiting list for these services and over 80% of these individuals are eligible for a nursing home bed. With a growing older population, we need to look to our state lawmakers to increase funding for these programs. This makes great fiscal sense and individuals feel a sense of greater independence in their own environment. On the federal side, Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule earlier this year to ensure that Medicaid’s home and community-based services (HCBS) programs will provide full access to the benefits of community living and offer services in the most integrated settings. The rule, as part of the Affordable Care Act, supports the Department of Health and Human Services’ Community Living Initiative. The initiative started in 2009 with a purpose of developing and implementing innovative strategies to increase opportunities for older adults and peoples with disabilities a better enjoyment of and meaningful community life. Under this final rule, Medicaid programs throughout the country will support home and community-based settings that are different from traditional institutional care such as nursing homes. This will focus on the quality of individuals’ lives. The rule includes a transition period for all states to ensure that their programs meet the home and community-based services settings requirements. This dramatic change will encourage the right that people can work, live and participate in the activities in their community. To prepare for this change, the Georgia Department of Community Health, who administers the Medicaid Program, hosted several virtual and in-person community meetings around the state to obtain feedback from stakeholders and the public on what participants want. The hope is to make a difference and shape the future and direction of services in Georgia. ACCA staff participated in this process so that voices of NEGA were heard. Once implemented, the changes that will be made to this important program will be available on the ACCA website so stay tuned. 4 connections
Making it Work
CEO/President Jennie Deese Connections Editor KaDee Holt Board of Directors Mariah Pierce, Chair Shannon Wilder, Vice-Chair Joseph Frierson,III, Treasurer Julie Gaines, Secretary Charles Auslander, III Annette Barfield William Baxter (Honorary) Henry Brown Randy Christian Dr. Katheryn Davis Dawn Donovan Laurie Douglas Mary Erlanger (Honorary) Gary Franklin Robert Hardell Mary Ann Johnson Joyce Kitchens Tommie Mullis Paige Otwell Dr. Ram Reddy, MD Kathleen Smith Ross White Evelyn Wright (Honorary)
135 Hoyt Street Athens, GA 30601 706-549-4850
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By Heather Sweaney | Center for Active Living Director
or over 20 years, First Presbyterian Church has helped us do something that we simply cannot do alone--feed the bellies and hearts of local seniors that would otherwise spend the holiday season alone! First Presbyterian Church helps ACCA ensure that at risk older adults in the Athens area are not forgotten during the holidays. They are the driving force behind our holiday meal delivery by providing the funds and volunteers to deliver the critical social interaction and wonderful food that we all deserve on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. ACCA’s Meals on Wheels program opens the doors on each of these holidays and welcomes a team of dedicated volunteers that set out to deliver food and essential friendly visits to the older adults that need it the most due to lack of family and the inability to cook. Almost all of the 16 meal routes are driven by families, magnifying the impact, smiles and warm gestures that each client will receive. As we all enjoy another holiday season surrounded by our friends and families, it is hard to envision the many frail seniors and homebound adults who face a lonely holiday season lacking the delicious holiday meals we all look forward too. Thank you First Presbyterian Church for all your support over the years and once again helping us provide 300 meals and countless smiles over this coming holiday season! winter 2015 5
Around the Bend
New Year Already?
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an you believe it is already time to start thinking about 2015 and with that comes New Year’s resolutions? At ACCA, we are starting to think about the New Year as well and we already have a date set for our 2015 March for Meals 5K and 12K. Running has many benefits and we all know it is good for our physical health but Active.com lists six benefits of running for both your mind and body. 1. Improve Your Health - Believe it or not, running is actually a great way to increase your overall level of health. Research shows that running can raise your levels of good cholesterol while also helping you increase lung function and use. In addition, running can also boost your immune system and lower your risk of developing blood clots. 2. Prevent Disease - For women, running can actually help to lower your risk of breast cancer. It can also help reduce the risk of having a stroke. Many doctors today recommend running for people who are in the early stages of diabetes, high blood pressure, and osteoporosis, and it is proven to help reduce the risk of having a heart attack. By helping the arteries retain their elasticity and strengthening the heart, your chances of suffering a heart attack can be significantly reduced. 3. Lose Weight - Running is one of the best forms of exercise for losing or maintaining a consistent weight. You will find that it is a leading way to burn off extra calories and that it is the second most effective exercise in terms of calories burned per minute, following only after cross country skiing. 4. Boost Your Confidence - Not all of the benefits of running are physical. Running can provide noticeable boost to your confidence and self6 an connections
esteem. By setting and achieving goals, you can help give yourself a greater sense of empowerment that will leave you feeling much happier. 5. Relieve Stress - Stress can actually cause a number of health and mood problems. It can also diminish appetite and sleep quality. When you run, you force your body to exert excess energy and hormones. Running also helps to reduce your chances of developing tension headaches. 6. Eliminate Depression - When you are depressed, the last thing you likely want to do is to get up and go for a run. Yet you will find that after only a few minutes of running, your brain will start to secrete hormones that naturally improve your mood. In fact, there are few things in the world that can better or more rapidly treat depression than exercise such as running. Each March, ACCA takes part in the Meals on Wheels Association of America’s March for Meals campaign which brings awareness to the local Meals on Wheels program. Again this year, ACCA will be hosting their annual Peachtree Road Race Qualifier on Saturday, March 28. The 5K/12K race symbolizes ACCA’s commitment to serving the community 5 days a week, 12 months a year through the Meals on Wheels program. All of the money raised through this event will stay here in the Northeast Georgia area. With that, we want you to start running this new year and join us on March 28 for this great event. Improve your health and help us raise money and bring awareness for the Meals on Wheels program.
For more information or to read the rest of this article from Active. com, please visit http://www.active.com/health/articles/6-benefits-ofrunning
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Help ACCA WHILE YOU SHOP By Sarah McKinney | Director of Development and Volunteer Services
Visit and Register at www.smile.amazon.com Simple. Easy. No additional cost to you. At AmazonSmile, you will find the same online shopping conveniences and prices as Amazon.com.
Visit and Register at krogercommunityrewards.com Be sure to have your Kroger Plus card handy and register your card with the “Athens Community Council on Aging” after you sign up.
Do I use my existing Amazon.com account on AmazonSmile? Yes, you use the same account on Amazon.com and AmazonSmile.
Click on Sign In/Register - Most participants are new online customers, so you must click on SIGN UP TODAY in the ‘New Customer?’ box.
How do I get started? When first visiting AmazonSmile, you will be prompted to select a charitable organization from almost one million eligible organizations. Please select Athens Community Council on Aging, Inc. For eligible purchases at AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price to us.
Sign up for a Kroger Rewards Account by entering zip code, clicking on favorite store, entering your email address and creating a password, agreeing to the terms and conditions
Will AmazonSmile remember my selection each time I shop? Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make on AmazonSmile will result in a donation. What is the AmazonSmile Foundation? The AmazonSmile Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private foundation created by Amazon to administer the AmazonSmile program. All donation amounts generated by the AmazonSmile program are remitted to the AmazonSmile Foundation. In turn, the AmazonSmile Foundation donates those amounts to the charitable organizations selected by our customers.
You will then get a message to check your email inbox and click on the link within the body of the email. Click on My Account and use your email address and password to proceed to the next step. Click on Edit Kroger Community Rewards information and input your Kroger Plus card number. Update or confirm your information. Select “Athens Community Council on Aging” from the list and click on confirm. To verify you are enrolled correctly, you will see ACCA’s name on the right side of your information page. Do you use your phone number at the register? Call 800-576-4377, select option 4 to get your Kroger Plus card number. winter 2015 7
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• Compare Medicare Part D plans • Compare Medicare Advantage Plans • Explain the Medicare program and how it works • Assist you with comparing Medicare Supplement plan • Apply for Medicare Savings Programs that can help you with Medicare and drug costs
Call 1-866-552-4464 and choose option 4
Or call to make an appointment to meet with a Counselor in person.
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Athens Community Council on Aging 135 Hoyt St., Athens, GA 30601 Jessica Bankston, Northeast GeorgiaCares Coordinator Email: jbankston@accaging.org or visit www.mygeorgiacares.org
DID YOU KNOW THAT
MEDICARE
COVERS SOME PREVENTATIVE SERVICES? By Jessica Bankston | GeorgiaCares Program Director
Cardiovascular Disease Screening Depression Screening Diabetes Screening Mammograms
That’s right! Preventative services can help keep you healthy by discovering health problems early and preventing you from getting certain diseases. Medicare preventative services also includes programs for health monitoring, counseling, and education to help you take care of your own health. If your doctor accepts assignment from Medicare, the preventative services, to the right, are available to you for zero cost:
Nutrition Services
There are other services that are available at the cost of the 20% Medicareapproved amount for the service after reaching the annual Part B deductible. Check with your doctor to see what services are covered and what services would be beneficial for you.
Flu Shots
If you have any questions about services provided by Medicare you can call GeorgiaCares at 1-866-552-4464 Option 4.
Cervical and Vaginal Cancer Screening Prostate Cancer Screening Pneumococcal Shots Hepatitis B Shots Yearly “Wellness” Visit And more!
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Invest in our future this
Holiday Season You may have already received our Friends mailing for this year but ACCA wanted to let you know a little more about becoming a Friend of ACCA. All donations to ACCA help advance our mission in the Northeast Georgia area. Every day at ACCA, teams of staff and volunteers are working hard to promote a lifetime of wellness through engagement, advocacy, education, and support.
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Last year, ACCA served more than 7,300 clients, provides community outreach to more than 77,000 individuals and generates support from over 1,400 volunteers engaged in well over 25,000 hours of service. Your generosity helps sustain and grow ACCA. Any gift amount is wonderful and you may designate a donation at ACCA or we will apply it to our area of greatest need.
Holiday Season
Gifts may be given in honor or memory of others and we will be sure to acknowledge those donations accordingly.
To learn more about gifts to ACCA, please contact Sarah McKinney, Director of Development and Volunteer Services at 706-549-4850 or email at smckinney@accaging.org
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ACCA HOLDS ANNUAL MEETING On Monday, October 20, Athens Community Council on Aging held its 2014 Annual Meeting. Each October, the agency does this to showcase accomplishments and highlight program achievements for the community, partners, and Board of Directors. Jennie Deese, Chief Executive Officer of ACCA, opened up the meeting and recognized outgoing board members. Those recognized for serving on the Board were Shelby Lacy, Linwood Smith, Rhondolyn Smith, and Connie Jeffreys. Each outgoing Board member was thanked for their years of service and presented with a certificate of honor. After staff awards and years of service to ACCA employees were honored (see pictures to the right), the visitors and staff enjoyed watching a video about the agency that recapped the year. All guests and employees were treated to a receptions of cake and punch.
Joe Frierson, Treasurer for the ACCA Board of Directors swears in incoming Board members. New Board members for the Athens Community Council on Aging are from L to R: Henry Brown, Dr. Katheryn Davis, Paige Otwell, Laurie Douglas, Robert Hardell, Ross White, and Joyce Kitchens (not pictured, Dr. Ram Reddy). Frierson also swore in the new Board of Directors secretary, Julie Gaines, for the 2015 coming year.
Heather Sweaney - Center for Active Living 2014 Rock Solid Award
Mattee Barkdoll - Geriatric Case Manager 2014 STAR Award
Employees recognized for their years of service were L to R: Cheryl Dean - 10 years, Elizabeth Thompson - 5 years, and Robin Miller - 25 years (not pictured Paige Powell - 5 years).
Kimberly Johnson - Winder Adult Day Health 2014 Eva Horne Dedicated Staff Award
Jennie Deese presents Connie Jeffreys, out going Board member, with a certificate.
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Take Some Time. Give A Ride. By Rebekah Rabun
Senior Corps Intern studying Health Promotion and Behavior at The University of Georgia
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hink about this scenario. You wake up in the morning and go to the kitchen to fix a bowl of cereal, but you are out of milk. You quickly drive over to the closest grocery store to grab some, and return home so that you can eat your breakfast. You spend the morning reading the newspaper and picking up around the house until you go to meet several friends for lunch at a local restaurant. After a few hours of catching up you drive to your doctor’s office for a physical where you are prescribed a new medication. You drive straight to your pharmacy to pick it up and 12 then connections head home where you stay for the rest of the day.
Does this sound like a typical day in your life, or the life of a loved one? These are all common errands and events that occur daily, and that typically go on without much thought or effort. Now picture the scenario again, but you cannot drive your car and have no way to access transportation. The bus stop is a few miles away and The Lift does not access your area. How would you buy your groceries? Would you be able to meet friends for lunch? What about going to doctor’s appointments or trips to pick up medications? You may be able to survive just one day like this, but what if this was the case every day? The story gets even more complex if you have a serious chronic condition that requires daily medicine and frequent visits to the doctor, or if you are all alone and have no one that you feel comfortable enough to call for a ride. Unfortunately, for many older adults this difficulty is a reality largely because most people live longer than their driving expectancy. Men are likely to live 6 years longer than their driving expectancy, and women eleven years. This is bothersome because most people place part of their independence in their ability to drive, meaning that a loss of transportation can rob a person of their independence, and decrease their quality of life. ACCA conducted a local Transportation Needs Assessment Survey and found that 88% of those surveyed said that a new transportation program for seniors
in the community was needed. In the Helping Hands Giving A Ride fact, of those surveyed who reported program which serves and empowers that they do not drive, 30.56% said those in need of a ride living in Clarke they cannot afford a taxi/private County. This volunteer program transportation, is a great way Men are likely to live 6 27% said they for individuals years longer than their do not have to get involved driving expectancy, and and make an someone to drive them, and women eleven years. This impact in their 27% said they c o m m u n i t y. is bothersome because do not have bus Volunteers drive most people place part services in their their personal of their independence area. These vehicles to help in their ability to drive, startling numbers transportation meaning that a loss highlight the dependent of transportation can fact that Clarke seniors get to County is not free life sustaining rob a person of their from the need independence, and decrease and life enriching of transportation destinations. their quality of life. among its older Volunteer drivers adults, and that action must be have the ability to set up their own taken to tackle the problem that lies schedules based on their availability, so close to home. and are asked to commit to at least ACCA has addressed this through one round trip per month.
If you are looking for ways to give back and make a difference in the life of someone around you, Giving A Ride is the perfect answer. To become a volunteer you can register online at accaging.org/ givingaride, or contact Erin Beasley at 706-549-4850 or ebeasley@accaging.org
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Check Out This Year-end Financial Checklist Submitted by Matt McKinney | Financial Advisor for Edward Jones in Watkinsville, GA
As 2014 draws to a close, you may want to look back on the progress you’ve made this past year in various areas of your life — and that certainly includes progress toward your financial goals. At the same time, you may want to make some end-of-year moves that can close out 2014 on a positive note while paving the way for a productive 2015. Here are a few such moves to consider: Boost your retirement plan contributions. This actually isn’t an “end-of-year” move because you have until April 15, 2015, to contribute to your Roth or Traditional IRA for the 2014 tax year. Nonetheless, the sooner you get extra dollars working for you in your IRA, the better. You can put in up to $5,500 to your IRA (or $6,500 if you’re 50 or older) for 2014. If you are self-employed, or run a small business, you also have until April 15 to contribute to a retirement account, such as a SEP IRA or a SIMPLE plan. In addition to helping you build resources for retirement, these types of plans can offer you some tax advantages — so if you haven’t established a retirement plan yet, consult with your financial and tax professionals Sell your “losers.” If you own investments that have lost value since you purchased them, you can sell them before 2014 ends and use the tax loss to offset some capital gains you may have earned in other investments. If you don’t have any capital gains, you can use up to $3,000 of your tax losses to offset other ordinary income. And for a loss greater than $3,000, you can “carry over” the excess and deduct it from your taxes in future years. If you still liked the investment that you sold at a loss, and you want to keep it in your portfolio, you could repurchase it, but you’ll have to wait 31 days to avoid violating the IRS’ “wash sale” rules. Keep in mind that these suggestions only apply to investments held outside your employer-sponsored retirement account; you can’t take a tax deduction on capital losses in a 401(k) or similar plan. Evaluate your 401(k) investment mix. You may be able to adjust the investment mix in your 401(k) as often as you like. So when evaluating your 401(k), make sure your holdings aren’t concentrated in just a few investments, and try to determine if your portfolio is still appropriate for your risk tolerance — not too aggressive or too conservative. Also, if your plan offers a “Roth” option, consider taking advantage of it — with a Roth, you won’t be able to deduct your 401(k) contributions from your taxes, but once you retire, you won’t be taxed on your withdrawals. Review your insurance coverage. If you’ve experienced any changes in your life in 2014 — new spouse, new child, divorce, new job, etc. — you may need to review your life insurance coverage to make sure that it’s still sufficient for your needs and that you have the correct beneficiaries in place. By making these and other moves, you can say a fond farewell to 2014, knowing that you’ve done what you could to help bolster your financial position — for 2015 and beyond. Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors are not estate planners and cannot provide tax or legal advice. You should consult your estate-planning attorney or qualified tax advisor regarding your situation. This article is written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Copyright © 2014 Edward Jones, All rights reserved. Member SIPC. This site is designed for U.S. residents only. The services offered within this site are available exclusively through our U.S. financial advisors. Edward Jones’ U.S. financial advisors may only conduct business with residents of the states for which they are properly registered. Please note that not all of the investments and services mentioned are available in every state.
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AND YOUR CD’S MATURE. Reinvesting after your bonds are called and your CD’s mature can seem overwhelming if you’re not prepared. That’s why it makes sense to call Edward Jones. That way you can find an investment that fits your specific needs. All you have to do to get started is pick up the phone. Call or visit today. Matt McKinney, AAMS® Financial Advisor 1020 Barber Creek Drive Suite 211 Watkinsville, GA 30677 706-227-2943 matt.mckinney@edwardjones.com www.edwardjones.com
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ARE YOU FEELING STRETCHED
AS A CAREGIVER? JOIN ATHENS COMMUNITY COUNCIL ON AGING FOR
POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS ACCA understands the stresses of caregivers and has been eager to have a caregiving class where caregivers could bring their loved ones to the group to alleviate the stresses of leaving them alone or finding another person to care for them while they are gone. “Caregiving can be a difficult road to travel, and it helps tremendously to have a practical toolkit to help with communication, stress, self-care and self-confidence,” stated Mattee Barkdoll, Case Manager at the Athens Community Council on Aging (ACCA). Powerful Tools for Caregivers does just that and is an evidence based course designed for all types of caregivers. This educational series is designed to provide you with the tools you need to take care of yourself. It helps family caregivers reduce stress, improve self-confidence, “About the time the class began, I was about at my wits end. The communication communicate feelings better, balance their lives, tools will work towards maintaining a increase their ability to make tough decisions and better atmosphere and contribute to imlocate helpful resources. proved attitudes for both of us... It will Cheryl Dean, the Director of Nursing at ACCA, never be easy, but it is easier than it was believes this course is necessary for all caregivers. 6 weeks ago!” -Caregiver Testimony She shared, “When you do nothing but take care of your loved one, you can feel overwhelmed and powerless. Powerful Tools for Caregivers will allow you to get involved and develop a sense of hope and accomplishment knowing you are working to make things better for yourself and your loved one.” Matte Barkdoll, Case Manager at ACCA, and Cheryl Dean, ACCA Director of Nursing, will conduct the series. Those attending are encouraged and invited to bring your loved one that you are caring for to the program and they will be cared for at the Bentley Adult Day Health facility. MONDAYS | JANUARY 26 - MARCH 6, 2015 1:00 P.M. UNTIL 2:30 P.M. AT ACCA’S BENTLEY ADULT DAY HEALTH 135 HOYT STREET IN ATHENS TO REGISTER CALL 706-549-4850 OR VISIT WWW.ACCAGING.ORG COST IS $35 You are welcome to bring your loved one to Bentley Adult Day Health for care during the class. Please make this request during your registration. 16 connections
An Inside View
Athens Aging Advocacy Committee
Gears up for Legislative Session
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Submitted by KaDee Holt | Chief Marketing Officer
art of the mission of the Athens Community Council on Aging is advocacy. In August, ACCA set up a community advocacy committee that could work with the staff to be a voice for the area older adults on legislative issues. Athens Aging Advocacy Committee was formed with Mac Rawson serving as the commitee chair. The group of community members will be working directly with KaDee Holt, Chief Marketing Officer on local, state and national issues surrounding the older adult population. Athens Aging Advocacy Committee will work in partnership with the Georgia Council on Aging, which meets regularly for trainings concerning aging issues, planning and evaluating advocacy strategies and outcomes, discussing issues which affect the aging community as a whole, and selecting legislative and budget priority issues which CO-AGE will support. On Tuesday, October 14, the group hosted the Executive Director of the Georgia Council on Aging for an advocacy training. They learned best practices when contacting legislators and important ways to be a cohesive voice. On Friday, November 21, the ACCA held a legislative breakfast for our area’s local, state, and national legislatures. In addition, US Congressman Doug Collins, Georgia Department of Human Services Commissioner, Keith Horton and Deputy Commissioner, Renorta Heard spent several mornings visiting ACCA in the last couple of weeks. You can see these photos on page 45. For a schedule of upcoming CO-AGE meetings, you can visit their website at www.gcoa.org/co-age/. If you would like to be involved with this local group, please contact KaDee Holt at 706-549-4850 or email her at kholt@accaging.org.
Members of the Athens Aging Advocacy Committee are from L to R: Annette Moore, David Coleman, Connie Jeffreys, Russell McBain, Helen Epps, Emma Parker, Mac Rawson (Chair), Kathy Gratzek, Charles Kauderer, Ann Darby, Mary Jo Gerlach, and Cardee Kilpatrick
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MEET
PUFFIN
Introducing Pet Therapy
at Bentley Adult Day Health By KaDee Holt
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uffin walked into the Athens Adult Day Health and acted as if she had been coming to the place for years and as she walked across the floor, the people there for the services that day lit up with “Hellos” and “Can I pet her?” Puffin had been trained by Rebekah as a guide dog but once sent to New York for the final training, she didn’t pass the test. Rebekah, now at Brenau University studying to be a physical therapist, eagerly took her back in and began working with her to become a therapy dog. Rebekah knew that very few dogs made it to be guide dogs through the rigorous screening process and she is thrilled Puffin is back with her. As she put it, “Puffin is a perfect pet therapy dog because she is easy going and gentle.” Now officially certified through Therapy Dogs International, Puffin has started attending the Athens Adult Day Health to assist in some speech, occupational, and physical therapy alongside Rebekah and the therapists at Genesis Rehab Services. The therapists are learning to work with Puffin but they are excited to have her as part of the team.
Puffin worked with clients through occupational therapy by retrieving balls and pushing them. Clients would open zip locked bags of food and hand Puffin one piece of food at a time which she would gently and politely retrieve from their hands. With each lick and the biggest puppy dog eyes, it never failed that the clients would want to give her one more before sealing up the bag and putting it away as part of their therapy. Continuing their therapy, they were tasked with getting her bowl out of the bag and traveling to the closest water faucet to fill it up with water. With each task, the clients were developing and practicing their skills but in a fun and fulfilling way. As one of the participants said, “I love working with Puffin. She is a good girl… one day, I hope I am able to get a dog that is just like you,” while affectionately rubbing her head. Other activities included brushing her fur and spraying her with “doggy perfume.” All of the activities required working fine motor skills and practice but in a fun way and new way. While working with one participant on speech therapy, the therapist asked questions and used memory recall to engage the patient. They were excited to talk to Puffin but the therapist used the experience in order for clients to learn to ask questions that could be hindered by their memory. Puffin is just one way ACCA is constantly improving its services to better accommodate and work for the clients that participate in our programs.
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The Bentley and Winder Adult Day Health facilities are places where clients can receive services which prevent them from having to move from their home. They can receive medication management, physical, occupational and speech therapy, socialization, nutritious meals, baths, and other nursing services. With a full nursing staff, the clients are well taken care of and treated like family. One of the therapists who recently started working at the Bentley Adult Day Health Center stated “All of the Bentley Center staff have united as a team! I have observed each of the aides care for a client, the way I want my parents to be treated. I have seen them be beaten with canes and still calmly talk to clients. I have seen them spend 20 minutes convincing someone to go to the bathroom to reduce the risk of skin breakdown, due to a soiled brief. Some people would ‘try again later.’ Not the staff at the Bentley Center. They do what is best for the client day in and day out! The ACCA staff at the Bentley Center are clearly a family that love their clients! The therapy team is honored to work with such a wonderful team!” In addition, the Adult Day Health program provides a much needed respite service for full time caregivers. Full time caregivers face a lot of stress and this program allows them to run errands, clean their home, or even just have lunch with a friend. ACCA provides several opportunities and classes for caregivers such as the support groups (page 42) and an upcoming class for caregivers (see page 16). The services provided by the Adult Day Health Centers are second to none and most importantly, they assist adults to live in their home as long as possible. Through innovative program and a dedicated staff, the Adult Day Health staff hope to continue providing and improving this service for our community. The motto around Adult Day Health is “It’s like family at Bentley” and Puffin is the newest member of that family. The speech therapist asked one of the participants, “What does Puffin need besides somewhere to live and a some food?” With a big grin on their face and reaching down to pet her, the client answered, “Well I suppose Puffin would like a little bit of candy. You’re supposed to be good to dogs, they are like family too. God bless Puffin.”
YOU’RE INVITED Bentley Adult Day Health in Athens and Winder Adult Day Health in Winder welcomes and invites you to come by and see if we can be of service to you and your family. ACCA’s Adult Day Programs offer peace of mind to caregivers and much needed respite for families. Are you: • Concerned with your loved one being alone during the day? • In need of assistance providing personal care to a loved one? • Worried whether your loved one is eating or taking routine medications? • Able to take time for yourself to work, run errands, or other activities? • Paying someone to sit with your loved one?
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Bentley Adult Day Health 135 Hoyt Street | Athens Monday - Friday | 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Call us at 706-549-7301
Winder Adult Day Health 63 Lee Street | Winder Monday - Friday | 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Call us at 678-425-0718 Visit us on our website at www.accaging.org/adultday
Allow us to partner with your family to provide you and your loved one: • Medical Monitoring • Therapeutic Activities • Nutrition Services • Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy • Personal Care Support • Chronic Disease Management Daily Activities Include: • Friendship and Laughter • Breakfast and Lunch with Friends • Health Checkups • Bingo, Arts and Crafts, and Gardening And May Include: • Pet Visits • Field Trips, Movies, Music, Singing, and Entertainment • Cooking and Baking winter 2015 21
WHAT IS A
DURABLE
FINANCIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY? Submitted by Mark Franklin Attorney and Manager Northeast Georgia Elderly Legal Assistance Program
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person can execute a Durable Financial Power of Attorney to name another person he trusts to handle his business, such as banking and paying bills. We call the person giving the power to act to another the Principal and we call the person given the power to act by the Principal an “Agent” or “Attorney in Fact”. The Principal can give the Agent very broad or very specific powers. The Principal should make sure he can trust the Agent to conduct business in the Principal’s best interest. If a person is mentally incapacitated and cannot understand that he would be granting powers to an Agent, he cannot legally execute a Power of Attorney. If a person does not have the mental capacity to execute a Power of Attorney, and someone needs authority to act for that person, someone will need to apply through the Probate Court for Guardianship and/or Conservatorship of the person. If the Principal does have mental capacity and executes a Power of Attorney, he can make it “durable” by saying the Agent will still have power to act for the Principal even if the Principal becomes mentally incapacitated in the future. A Durable Financial Power of Attorney will end though when the Principal dies. Once executed, a Principal or Agent should record the Durable Financial Power of Attorney in the Clerk of Court’s office in the county in which the Principal lives and/or owns real property. The Principal should also notify places with which the Agent may do business on behalf of the Principal that the Principal has executed the Durable Financial Power of Attorney. The Principal still retains the ability to act on his own behalf even after executing a Durable Financial Power of Attorney. As long as the Principal has mental capacity, he may revoke the Agent’s powers at any time. Mark E. Franklin, Attorney at Law, and Manager of the Northeast Georgia Elderly Legal Assistance Program of The Law Offices of Sherry L. Jackson, P.C., provided this educational material. This educational information does not constitute legal advice, or establish an attorney-client relationship. If you have questions, Mark can be reached at: 706-369-7147 22 connections
Volunteer at ACCA
Ongoing Opportunities: Meals on Wheels Drivers and Volunteer Coordinators Community Garden Volunteers Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and much, much more! Special Event Opportunities: Mobile Food Pantry
In partnership with the NEGA Food Bank, ACCA hosts a mobile food pantry program every other month. On the dates listed below, we will receive at least 10,000 pounds of food via a semi-truck. Working together, we will unload, sort, bag and distribute the food to more than 400 individuals. Upcoming Dates: January 21, 2015 March 18, 2015 March for Meals 5K/12K, Saturday, March 28, 2015
Registration and route volunteers are sought to help with our 3rd annual 5K to March for Meals.
Pictured above is a group from Georgia Power who volunteered at ACCA in the past. If you have a group who would like to donate time or gifts to ACCA, please give Sarah a call at 706-549-4850 or email her at smckinney@accaging.org
Law Office of Dennise L. Grayson Focusing on Elder Law (706) 310 - 1242 www.DGraysonLaw.com • Wills, Trusts, and Estate Plans • Living Wills and Health Care Directives • Surviving Spouse Benefits • Veterans Benefits • Social Security and Disability Benefits • Medicaid Planning • Guardianships and Incapacity Planning • Special Needs Trusts • Probate and Estate Administration
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AQUATIC PHYSICAL THERAPY NOW OFFERED IN ATHENS Submitted by Michelle Moore | Integrated Therapy
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ntegrated Therapy, LLC, the largest provider of aquatic physical therapy in the Southeast, announced today that it has expanded its presence in Georgia by opening its ninth office in Athens, at the Georgia Aquatic Center. For 15 years, Integrated Therapy has been at the forefront of practicing aquatic therapy techniques to combine the benefit of exercise with buoyancy and resistance to warm water to create a controlled, productive environment for rehabilitation. Integrated Therapy specializes in the highest quality of aquatic physical therapy care for a wide range of post surgery and pain patients, in the treatment of injuries to muscles, bones, ligaments, joints, and nerves. With skilled clinical teams and a state of the industry aquatic physical therapy program, both swimmers and nonswimmers of all ages and abilities can benefit from the healing effects of aquatic physical therapy. Therapists not only restore patients to their maximum function, but also provide education about the injury and tools for prevention. Physicians agree that exercise in an aquatic environment offers many advantages traditional physical therapy simply cannot. 24 connections
“Athens was a perfect and natural step for us to take in expanding outside of the Atlanta area. We couldn’t be more thrilled to provide our services to the patients there.” says Harriet P. Adams, BA, PTA, who founded Integrated Therapy after working at Shepherd Center and recognizing a need for aquatic services in Atlanta and its surrounding areas. Adams also owns Aquatic Consultants of Georgia, Inc., which specializes in certified American Red Cross swimming lessons for all ages. Integrated Therapy also serves patients in Alpharetta, Buckhead, Decatur, Dunwoody, Lawrenceville/ Gwinnett, Marietta, Smyrna, and Woodstock. Future plans are underway for expansion outside of Georgia, a first for Integrated Therapy. Three offices are planned
to open January 1, 2015 in the from a provider who is a concerned Raleigh, North Carolina area with member of his/her treatment team. additional locations to be announced For more information about later. Integrated Therapy, visit their website at www.integratedtherapyatl.com or “Athens was a perfect and call (404) 351-5307.
natural step for us to take in expanding outside of the Atlanta area. We couldn’t be more thrilled to provide our services to the patients there.”
Integrated Therapy, LLC is an Atlanta, Georgia based company that provides aquatic physical therapy to post surgery and pain patients of all ages in the treatment in of injuries to muscles, bones, ligaments, joints, and nerves. Since 1999, Integrated Therapy has consistently combined professional skills with compassion and an understanding that each patient needs individualized care
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IN MEMORY
One of Athens’ finest gentlemen, Upshaw Bentley served the Athens community in so many ways. A lifetime supporter of ACCA, he passed away in August 2013.
He served as an Honorary Director of ACCA’s Board and our Bentley Adult Day Health Center was named in his honor and his wife’s memory. ACCA recently installed a bench in front of the Bentley Adult Day Health building and underneath an oak tree in his memory. The stone was donated by John McLanahan Jr. of First American Bank.
Caring Man in a Van “Personal Care Transportation” Caring Man in a Van has revolutionized the medical transportation industry by setting new standards of service. We are not just a transportation company but a Personal Care Transportation Company. We are known for not only being on time but we assist our patients in and out of medical facilities and are there when the patient has completed their visit. Waiting for hours to be returned home or to their nursing facility is not our policy. This keeps caregivers from having to take off work to assist their love ones.
Transportation for: • Ambulatory • Wheel Chair • Stretcher
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We not only provide transportation to and from medical appointments but we extend our services to personal choices as well. We offer our same courteous service for events likes, Church, Weddings, Funerals, Thanksgiving, Christmas events, just to name a few.
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Formerly the Athens-Clarke County Senior Center, the Center for Active Living (CAL) is a multi-purpose center dedicated to offering a variety of opportunities for older adults to stay active while they age in Athens and surrounding areas. CAL provides learning opportunities to engage older adults (50+) by offering unique social, cultural, educational, and wellness-related classes and activities. Membership for Clarke County residents is $45 per year. These programs are designed for you and we want to see you here.
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educational classes and events
Class times subject to change or cancel, please check www.accaging.org or call 706-549-4850 for updates.
Outsmart your Smartphone Is your smartphone giving you trouble? Are you interested in learning how to make it work best for you? This is the class for you! During our time, we will be answering your individual questions to the best of our ability and walking you through the solutions. Don’t miss this chance to make the most out of your smartphone. We look forward to seeing you! Where: The Round Room at The Athens Community Council on Aging When: Monday, December 8th Time: 2:00 pm-3:00 pm Cost: Free Fall Risk Assessment Screening Are you worried about falling? Are you worried about someone you care about falling? If so, this is a good opportunity to see if your fears are founded or not. Cati, an Occupational Therapists with Genesis Rehabilitation, is coming to perform Fall Risk Assessments to help you determine how likely you are to experience a fall. Call Amber at 706-549-4850 to reserve you time slot! Where: ACCA Hudson Conference Room When: Tuesday, December 16th Time: 9:45 am-11:15 am Cost: Free December Birthday Celebration Come and celebrate all of the December birthdays! Because of the holiday festivities, we will be moving our celebration to Tuesday for this month only. We will enjoy cupcakes and each other’s company. CAL will host a birthday celebration once per month. We can’t wait to see you! Where: The Round Room at ACCA When: Tuesday, December 16th Time: 1:00 pm-1:45 pm Cost: Free
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Glaucoma Presentation Dr. Jaime Gossan with Athens Eye Associates is coming to talk about Glaucoma and eye health. Glaucoma is a disease in which pressure in your eye builds up over time, this pressure damages the optic nerve and can lead to permanent vision loss. Those with Glaucoma often have no early symptoms and no pain, so it is important to get your eyes checked regularly. See below for details on our upcoming vision screening. Don’t miss out on this chance to learn more about Glaucoma and have your questions answered. Where: ACCA Glass Dining Room When: Monday, January 12th Time: 10:00 am-10:45 am Cost: Free Otago Fall Prevention Program Although some say that falling is a part of aging, you do not have to experience a fall. Participating in programs such as our Otago Fall Prevention Program can make falling an avoidable part of aging. Participants who complete the Otago Fall Prevention Program experienced a 35-40% reduction in their fall rate. The Otago program consists of leg muscle strengthening and balance retaining exercises that progress in difficulty and there is also a walking plan. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 1 in 3 older adults will experience a fall each year, you do not have to be one of the 33%. Join us for this excellent opportunity to keep yourself on two balanced feet. Space is limited; call Amber at 706-549-4850 to reserve your spot today! Last week of the current session is Wednesday, December 10th Where: ACCA Harris Room When: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, starting on January 13th. Registration open. Time: 9:45 am-10:45 am Cost: $10 per class or $50 for 6 classes
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We’re looking for instructors and suggestions. Call Amber (706-549-4850) to suggest a class or offer to teach.
AARP Smart Driver Learn how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. You’ll learn adjustments to accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. You will also learn the following: How to minimize the effects of dangerous blind spots, the safest ways to change lanes, make turns at busy intersections, the proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lock brakes, new technologies used in cars, the effects of medications on driving, and the importance of eliminating distractions, such as eating, smoking, and cell-phone use. Where: ACCA Hudson Conf. Room When: Thursday and Friday January 15th and 16th Time: 8:45 am-12 pm Thur.; 9:00 am-12 pm Fri Cost: $15 AARP members, $20 non-AARP members
Walk for Wellness Join your friends, or come and make new ones at the upcoming Walk for Wellness meeting. In the past, the meetings have a health presentation, free blood pressure screenings, door prizes and breakfast provided by Subway. Georgia Square Mall is a great place to walk and you can even walk before the stores open to beat the holiday crowds! Get all of the benefits of walking in a flat, secure, climate-controlled environment. This program is sponsored by: The Center for Active Living, Arbor Terrace, The Athens Regional Health System, Georgia Square Mall, St. Mary’s Health Care System, and Subway. For details, call Mark at 706-389-3897. Where: Georgia Square Mall Food Court When: January 20th (3rd Tuesdays of odd-numbered months) Time: Breakfast begins at 8:00 am and presentation Member Meet and Greet begins at 8:30 am Interested in meeting other CAL Members? We have Cost: Free and open to the community the perfect opportunity for you to do so! Our Member Meet and Greet held here at ACCA will allow you to Vision Screening intermingle with CAL Staff and CAL Members. This Is that book getting a little harder to read or that street quarter we will be enjoying some goodies that will sign becoming blurry and harder to decipher? Or is that warm your body as well as your heart: Hot apple cider street sign a little blurry? Come and have your eyes and warm apple pie. We look forward to seeing you! screened by members of Sam’s Optical Department. Where: The Round Room at the Athens Community Call Amber at 706-549-4850 to reserve your time slot. Council on Aging Where: ACCA Hudson Conference Room When: Thursday, January 15th When: Thursday, January 22nd Time: 1:05 pm-2:00 pm Time: 10:00 am-1:30 pm Cost: Free Cost: Free January Birthday Celebration Come and celebrate all of the January birthdays! We will enjoy each other’s company along with some delicious cake. CAL hosts a birthday celebration on the last Thursday of each month. Where: The Round Room at ACCA When: Thursday, January 29th Time: 1:00 pm-1:45 pm Cost: Free winter 2015 29
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Class times subject to change or cancel, please check www.accaging.org or call 706-549-4850 for updates.
Heart Health Presentation According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately 600,000 people die of heart disease in the United States every year. That totals an astounding 1 in every 4 deaths each year related to heart disease. February is American Heart Month, making it a great time to start paying extra attention to how to keep your heart healthy. Join us as Katie Calkin from Athens Regional Medical Center comes to talk about heart health and how to keep your heart pumping its strongest. Seating is limited, call Amber at 706-5494850 to save your seat. Where: ACCA Glass Dining Room When: Tuesday, February 3rd Time: 10:45 am-11:30 am Cost: Free
Cholesterol and Blood Sugar Screening Following right along with American Heart Month theme, we have invited Athens Regional Medical Center to ACCA and perform cholesterol and blood sugar screenings for CAL Members. With any disease, there are controllable and uncontrollable risk factors, and understanding the difference is the key. A person’s cholesterol level is directly related to three major diseases: Coronary heart disease, heart attack and stroke. The higher your LDL cholesterol (also known as your bad cholesterol), the higher your chances of developing one of these diseases. Reserve your spot today to help you to better live well and age well. To RSVP call Amber at 706-549-4850. Where: ACCA Hudson Conference Room When: Monday, February 9th Time: 10:00 am-12:00 pm Cost: Free 30 connections
Lunch with a Therapist Occupational Therapist, Cati Rosson, is coming back for her third Lunch with a Therapist. Something we all have in common is our desire to age in place. Cati will educate the group on how we can best do just that! The Centers for Disease Control’s definition of aging in place is a person’s ability to live in one’s own home and community, not only independently but safely also, this should be regardless of age or income. We can all benefit from learning more about being able to live longer where we are most comfortable, home. Join us as Cati provides useful information and tips to help us all continue to age well and in place. Lunch will be provided. RSVP with Amber at 706-5494850 by Wednesday, February 18th. Where: ACCA Harris Room When: Wednesday, February 25th Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm Cost: $10 February Birthday Celebration Come and celebrate all of the February birthdays! We will enjoy each other’s company as well as soon delicious cupcakes! CAL will host a birthday celebration on the last Thursday of each month. Where: The Round Room at ACCA When: Thursday, February 26th Time: 1:00 pm-1:45 pm Cost: Free Powerful Tools for Caregivers This 6 week educational series is designed to provide tools to care for yourself. It helps family caregivers reduce stress, improve self-confidence, communicate feelings better, balance their lives, increase their ability to make tough decisions and locate helpful resources. Cheryl Dean, RN and Mattee Barkdoll, LMSW are cofacilitators. See page 16 for more information. Where: ACCA Hudson Conference Room When: Mondays January 26th- March 6th Time: 1:00 pm-2:30 pm Cost: $35
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trips and off-site adventures
Class times subject to change or cancel, please check www.accaging.org or call 706-549-4850 for updates.
CAL Members: To ensure we are able to offer you the smoothest and most enjoyable trip possible, payment for trips will be required at the time you make your reservation. This will allow staff, when possible, to purchase tickets in advance and avoid additional wait time for onsite ticket purchase. A full refund will be available until the deadline stated for each trip. If you have questions, please contact Amber Bland, at memberservices@accaging.org.
Madison Tour of Homes This is a CAL member favorite trip enjoyed every December. We are going back to Madison, GA to tour their most cherished and historic homes. The homes are known to be beautifully decorated for the holiday season. This trip is sure to please everyone-whether you are a history enthusiast, an interior designer, or just love the holiday season. Although this is a walking tour, don’t let that discourage you! We will be able to peruse the houses at our own pace. After touring the homes, we will have lunch in downtown Madison. The cost of lunch is not included in the trip price. Please RSVP to Amber at 706-549-4850 by Monday, December 1st. Where: Depart from ACCA When: Friday, December 5th Time: 9:30 am-4:30 pm Cost: $30
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Monastery of the Holy Spirit Come find some inner peace as you enter the grounds of the Monastery of the Holy Spirit just down the street in Conyers. This year marks the 70th anniversary of Georgia’s only monastery’s founding. While there, you will be able to partake in a self-guided tour of the museum, view a video highlighting the monk’s way of life and visit the Abbey Church. There will also be an opportunity to participate in mass and mid-day prayer. You can participate in any activity listed above that you would enjoy and skip any that you’re less interested in. If you decide, you can also spend time feeding the ducks who live at the Monastery Lake, stroll down Magnolia Lane, or enjoy the Prayer Walk. We will have lunch on the way to the Monastery, at O’Charley’s in Conyers. The cost of lunch is not included. Please RSVP to Amber at 706-549-4850 by Friday, December 5th. Where: Depart from ACCA When: Tuesday, December 9th Time: 10:30 am-4:30 pm Cost: $35 Shopping at Ikea Are you almost done with all your holiday shopping but need one last shopping trip to finish? Join us as we explore Ikea in Atlanta. This trip is sure to satisfy anyone and everyone on your list. Ikea is known for their large variety of products that are available at affordable prices. You can find everything from home décor to children’s toys kitchen utensils. If you’re worried about getting a large purchase home? Ikea offers shipping to your home. Even if you’re not in the market to buy anything, this is an excellent time to discover the many things Ikea has to offer. We will have lunch at the Ikea Restaurant. The cost of lunch is not included in the trip cost. Please RSVP to Amber at 706-549-4850 by Where: Depart from ACCA When: Thursday, December 18th Time: 8:30 am-4:30 pm Cost: $35 winter 2015 31
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Swan Lake at the UGA Performing Arts Center The State Ballet Theatre of Russia is coming to UGA’s Performing Arts Center to perform one of the most popular and beloved of all classical ballets, Swan Lake. Originally composed in 1875, Swan Lake tells the tale of Odette, a princess turned into a swan by an evil sorcerer. Swan Lake will be brought to life with stunning dancing, lavish costumes, and extravagant sets. This company of Ballerinas and Danseurs have performed all over the world, including: Egypt, Portugal, Thailand, and Brazil just to name a few. This show is sure to be a hit! Please RSVP to Amber at 706-5494850 by December 31st. Where: Depart from ACCA When: Tuesday, January 13th Time: 7:15 pm-11:30 pm Cost: $65 Center for Civil and Human Rights and Lunch at Mary Mac’s This trip is brought to you by popular demand! The Center for Civil and Human Rights links the American Civil Rights Movement to today’s Global Human Rights Movement. The Center’s primary goal is to provide a safe place that allows visitors to explore the fundamental rights of all humans. Many leave inspired and empowered to join the movement and improve global Human Rights. After we leave the Center for Civil and Human Rights, we will have lunch at Mary Mac’s Tea Room in Atlanta. Mary Mac’s has been open for over 70 years and has officially been declared Atlanta’s Dining Room. This is sure to be a wonderful meal to go along with our moving experience at the Center for Civil and Human Rights. The cost of lunch is not included. Please RSVP to Amber at 706-549-4850 by Wednesday, January 14th. Where: Depart from ACCA When: Wednesday, January 21st Time: 9:00 am-3:00 pm Cost: $40 32 connections
DeKalb Farmer’s Market The DeKalb Farmer’s Market is one of the most popular farmer’s markets around! It is an indoor market packed with delicacies from all over the world. If you’re looking for something that may not be at a local grocery store, the DeKalb Farmer’s Market will not disappoint. You’ll enjoy this trip to the grocery store more than any other you’ve ever taken. Filled with coffee, produce, meat, various baked goods, flowers, cheese, fresh peanut butter, beer, wine, and a variety of international foods, this is a trip you won’t want to miss. We will have lunch at their café inside the market. The café only takes cash and the cost of lunch not included. Bring a sweater; part of the indoor market can be chilly. Please RSVP to Amber at 706-549-4850 by Monday, January 26th. Where: Depart from ACCA When: Tuesday, January 27th Time: 10:00 am-3:00 pm Cost: $35 Atlanta History Center The Atlanta History Center is located in the heart of Atlanta and houses a number of different sites to visit: The Museum, The Swan House, and the Smith Family Farm. The Museum features exhibits from the Civil War, to the Centennial Olympic Games, to Folk Art in the South. At the Swan House, you be able to meet the past as living history characters are stationed around the grounds to share stories of life in the house during the 1920s and 1930s. At The Smith Family Farm, you will see what life was like in Piedmont Georgia during the Civil War. Here you will meet characters portraying the family, neighbors, enslaved workers, and friends. In the midst of our exploring, we will enjoy lunch at The Swan Coach House; however, the cost of lunch is not included in the trip price. Please RSVP to Amber at 706-549-4850 by Tuesday, February 3rd. Where: Depart from ACCA When: Thursday, February 12th Time: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Cost: $35
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Fernbank Museum of Natural History Poison, is a word that evokes strong emotion, usually one of fear. Take advantage of this opportunity to turn you fear into knowledge. While many organisms that have poison in their goody bag of tricks use it as a defense mechanism, there are others that use it more proactively. While at the Fernbank Museum of Natural History, we will learn the biology of poison and its role in nature, human history, and health. We will have lunch at the Fernbank Café, where we can enjoy, not only the deli sandwiches, soups, and pizzas but also the fantastic view of the Fernbank Forest Overlook. The cost of lunch is not included. Please RSVP to Amber at 706-549-4850 by Tuesday, February 10th. Where: Depart from ACCA When: Wednesday, February 18th Time: 9:00 am-4:00 pm Cost: $40
Georgia Museum of Art The Georgia Museum of Art is featuring works from the Catalan-American painter, Pierre Daura (18961976). The series being highlighted at the Museum is called Picturing Attachment, and it highlights various relationships throughout Daura’s life. For instance, we will see representations of his marriage, the birth of his daughter, and the time he served during the Spanish Civil War. After the museum we will have lunch at the Porterhouse Grill, however, the cost of lunch is not included. Where: Depart from ACCA When: Friday, February 27th Time: 10:00 am-2:30 pm Cost: $5
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Yoga Find your inner peace and tranquility. These gentle yoga classes will stretch and empower your mind as well as your muscles. The instructors will give modifications you can do if the move is more advanced than you feel comfortable completing. Please bring your own mat and a blanket for the relaxation portion of the class.
Where: ACCA Harris Room When: Mondays w/Eleanor Time: 3:00 pm-4:30 pm Cost: Free Where: ACCA Harris Room When: Tuesdays w/Chad Time: 3:00 pm-4:30 pm Cost: Free Where: ACCA Harris Room When: Wednesdays w/Edna Time: 3:00 pm-4:30 pm Cost: Free Where: ACCA Harris Room When: Fridays w/Anna Time: 10:00 am-11:30 am Cost: Free
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ongoing fitness and wellness classes
Class times subject to change or cancel, please check www.accaging.org or call 706-549-4850 for updates.
Getting Grounded Gracefully This evidence based, 8 week class, is designed to help individuals who may be at risk of falling, decreased their risk and improve their balance. The group will meet twice a week, for the duration of the eight week time frame and the classes will build on each other. To get the most out of the program it is best to complete all sixteen sessions. Getting Grounded Gracefully (GGG), led by Kate Pilgrim, is a very gentle class and explores movement and balance in sitting, the transition from sitting to standing, and will progress to walking with ease and confidence. Sometimes when people begin having problems with their balance they may restrict their movements which can have a large negative impact on a person’s life. In order to participate in this class, a person needs to be able to walk fifteen feet without the aid of a cane and stand without support for one minute. This is a great chance to increase your confidence in yourself and keep yourself moving forward gracefully. Where: ACCA Harris Room When: Mondays & Fridays (February 2nd- March 27th) Time: 1:15 pm-2:15 pm Cost: For all 16 sessions- $80
Line Dancing This is one of our most well attended classes here at the Center for Active Living. The class uses an eclectic mix of music to keep the class moving from beginning to end. Kathy, the instructor will walk you step by step through the dances and there is a tenured volunteer that will help keep you on track. Grab your dancing shoes and drop in for this excellent opportunity to exercise and still have fun. Where: ACCA Harris Room When: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Cost: Free Smart Moves with Becky This all around fun class, mixes the use of elastic bands, free weights, medicine balls to work your entire body. Similar to Silver Sneakers, it focuses on improved overall balance, flexibility, and strength while listening to music. Smart Moves is a low impact class that can be performed seated or standing and is appropriate for all fitness levels. Where: ACCA Harris Room When: Mondays Time: 9:00 am-10:00 am Cost: Free
Free Style Dance Groove to the music! This class takes many different dance techniques and combines them into fun and easy-to-follow routines. The music ranges from Oldies but Goodies to today’s Latest Hits. Burn calories and reenergize your day in one fun filled class. This class is enjoyed standing or from a seated position to best fit each attendee. The instructor will move between standing and sitting to keep everyone engaged. Beginners are welcome! Where: ACCA Harris Room with Jean When: Tuesdays Where: ACCA Harris Room Time: 11:00 am-11:45 am When: Thursdays Cost: $2/class (Cancelled the 1st Thursday of each month) Time: 2:00 pm-3:00 pm Cost: Free winter 2015 35
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Class times subject to change or cancel, please check www.accaging.org or call 706-549-4850 for updates.
On the Move with Kevin This class is a chair oriented class that includes: aerobic, strength, and flexibility exercises. It is especially beneficial for those living with chronic conditions who require a low impact exercise program. Kevin has many years of experience working with chronic conditions and makes individual adjustments to the routine to better serve each participant. This class is suitable for all fitness levels. Where: ACCA Harris Room When: Mondays Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm Cost: $5/class
Pickleball Have you heard of this latest craze? See the picture on the left.
Where: ACCA Harris Room When: Thursdays Time: 10:00 am-11:00 am Cost: $5/class
There is a USA Pickleball Association website at www.usapa.org with a map of all the pickleball locations in the U.S. Here in Athens, we play on 3 indoor courts at Lay Park Gym. There is usually a crowd there on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays around noon, and all are welcome to come watch and join in. On Tuesdays from 9:00am -11:00am we encourage newcomers to come out and learn the game with other beginners. The gym has all the equipment you need (paddles, balls, net) so just come ready to play. If you would like to watch it played competitively, there are games Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm-9:00pm with a bunch of players too young to be part of the baby boom generation.
Although the game of pickleball is almost 50 years old, it is getting quite a bit of attention lately. What is making it so popular? Both in Athens and the around the nation there is an increasing appeal to the over 50 population. Pickleball is a combination of tennis, badminton, and Ping-Pong, played on a court with a net, participants use a paddle that is larger than a ping pong paddle but smaller than a tennis racket, and a hard plastic whiffle ball.
For more information contact Ken Calkin at kcalkin1@ gmail.com or Randy Haygood at the gym, 706-6133596. Where: Lay Park Gym When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Time: 12:00 pm Cost: Free
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Where: Lay Park Gym When: Tuesday and Thursdays Time: 9:00 am-11:00 am Cost: Free
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ongoing fitness and wellness classes
We’re looking for instructors and suggestions. Call Amber (706-549-4850) to suggest a class or offer to teach.
YWCO Water Exercise Water exercise provides general conditioning, flexibility, and cardiovascular workout done in the pool. Excellent for all ages. Present your CAL membership key card at the front desk of the YWCO to get the discounted rate below. Where: YWCO Pool When: Mon., Wed., Fri. Time: 9:00 am and 11:00 am Cost: $7 Where: YWCO Pool When: Monday and Wednesday Time: 7:00 pm Cost: $7 YWCO Arthritis Water Exercise An Arthritis Foundation Certified program for individuals with arthritis. Increases range of motion and develops strength in a warm relaxing environment. Doctor’s permission is required. Present your CAL membership key card at the front desk of the YWCO to get the discounted rate below. Where: YWCO Pool When: Monday thru Friday Time: 2:00 pm-3:00 pm Cost: $7 SilverSplash® SilverSplash is a universal, trademarked total body aqua conditioning class in a pool. SilverSplash focuses on increasing agility, range of movement and cardiovascular conditioning. Participants use the SilverSneakers kickboards to develop strength, balance and coordination in a safe, fun, and effective way. No swimming ability is required. Where: YWCO Pool When: Fridays Time: 2:00 pm-3:00 pm Cost: $7 winter 2015 37
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ongoing social programs
We’re looking for instructors and suggestions. Call Amber (706-549-4850) to suggest a class or offer to teach.
Mahjongg Join us to play Mahjongg, a Chinese Tile Game. Some knowledge of the game and reservations are required. The game is played in tables of four, however, the group is always looking for substitutes. Please call Sharon at 706-543-8524 for more information today! Where: ACCA Bentley Conference Room When: Mondays Time: 1:00 pm-4:00 pm Cost: Free
Toastmasters This weekly meeting is a learn-by-doing workshop in which participants hone their speaking and leadership skills in a no-pressure atmosphere. Meeting participants also give impromptu talks on assigned topics, conduct meetings and develop skills related to timekeeping, grammar and parliamentary procedure. Members learn communication skills by working in the Competent Communication manual, which includes a series of 10 self-paced speaking assignments designed to instill a basic foundation in public speaking. Crocheting in the Round Where: ACCA Hudson Conference Room This class is designed for beginners who will learn When: Tuesdays the basics of how to crochet and at an intermediate Time: 11:30am-1:30pm level learn more difficult projects. Beginning materials Cost: $60/6 months; $20 New Toastmaster Member provided. Fee for CAL Members Taught by Sandie Nicholson Where: ACCA Round Room (next to the Harris Room) When: Mondays Time: 10:00 am-10:55 am Cost: Free The Scribblers Welcome to a writers group that gathers to share various kinds of writing. The writing can be fiction or non-fiction. We welcome memoirs, poetry, stories, or anything that the writer wishes to share. Feedback can be given, if the writer wishes. Led by Sandie Nicholson Where: Bentley Conference Room When: Tuesdays Time: 9:30 am – 10:55 am Cost: Free Grand Slammers This advanced bridge group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays. No reservation is required. Where: ACCA Glass Dining Room When: Wednesdays Time: 1:30pm Cost: Free 38 connections
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Intermediate Bridge Join us in an informal setting to play bridge and socialize. No reservation needed. Where: ACCA Glass Dining Room When: Tuesdays Time: 1:30pm Cost: Free Belle Hill Singers Join fellow members to sing traditional church music in a group setting and inspire individuals through the power of song. Performances take place every Tuesday and Thursday at different community centers, nursing homes, assisted living, senior centers, and adult health centers. Transportation is provided but is optional. New members are welcome regardless of singing ability. Call the Center for Active Living for current performance schedule. Where: Meet at ACCA When: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 10:00am-11:30am Cost: Free
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Advanced Bridge This advanced bridge group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays. The group requires reservations; please call 706-543-3102 to reserve your spot today! Where: ACCA Glass Dining Room When: Wednesdays Time: 1:30pm Cost: Free Newcomers Card Group Join other members to play the Hand and Foot card game on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday and play Mexican Train on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday! Where: ACCA Bentley Conference Room When: Wednesdays Time: 12:30pm-3:30pm Cost: Yearly membership fee of $20 for CAL Members, call Sharon at 706-543-8524 for more information winter 2015 39
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winterville programs and updates
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Free Style Dance Free style dance will offer an opportunity to dance and move to songs from past decades and today. No experience necessary, only a desire to have a great time dancing and mingling with other people looking to do the same! Sitting and standing options will be available. Where: Winterville CAL ** upon opening** When: Friday Time: Stay Tuned! Cost: Free
AARP Smart Driver Learn how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. You’ll learn adjustments to accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. You will also learn the following: How to minimize the effects of dangerous blind spots, the safest ways to change lanes, make turns at busy intersections, the proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lock brakes, new technologies used in cars, the effects of medications on driving, and the importance of eliminating distractions, such as eating, smoking, and cell-phone use. Where: Winterville CAL When: Thursday and Friday, February 19th and 20th Time: 8:45 am-12:00 pm Thursday and 8:45 am-12:00 pm Friday Cost: $15 AARP members, $20 non-AARP members
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winterville programs and updates
We’re looking for instructors and suggestions. Call Amber (706-549-4850) to suggest a class or offer to teach.
Blood Pressure Checks Come and have your blood pressure checked by the Athens Regional Medical Center Community Education Department. Where: Winterville CAL ** upon opening** When: 3RD Tuesday of each month Time: 1:00 pm-1:45 pm Cost: Free Yoga Focus on your breath as you gently move into different poses that stretch and empower your muscles. Yoga brings peace to the mind while enhancing the mind body connection and supports efficient functioning of the body systems. Please bring your own mat and any blankets you would like for the relaxation portion of the class. Where: Winterville CAL **upon opening** When: Tuesdays Time: Stay Tuned Cost: Free
Tai Chi As a practice of “meditation in motion,” the slow movements and mindset of Tai Chi can be used to manage stress levels by creating a sense of choice and a heightened awareness of our capacities to mobilize the motivation, cognitive resources, and courses of action in every movement. Benefits include lower heart rate, heightened immune function, better sleep patterns, and reduced incidence of falls and fear of falling. Where: Winterville Depot until the Grand Opening When: Mondays Time: 10:30 am-11:30 am Cost: $5 per class Where: Winterville CAL ** upon opening** When: Thursdays Time: 11:45 am-12:30 pm Cost: $5 per class
Intermediate Bridge General knowledge and understanding of the game Where: Winterville CAL ** upon opening** is required. The group will implement the game. When: Thursdays Reservations are required, call Amber at 706-549-4850 Time: 9:30 am-11:00 am to reserve your spot today. Tables will be made up of Cost: Free four players. Where: Winterville CAL **upon opening** Open Card Games When: Wednesdays Bring a friend or come and make news ones during our Time: 1:00 pm-4:00 pm Open Card Games time. We will provide the cards, Cost: Free you will facilitate the games and the rules. This is a great chance to get out and socialize! We look forward Advanced Bridge to seeing you! Thorough knowledge and understanding of the game Where: Winterville CAL **upon opening** is required. The group will implement the game. When: Monday Reservations are required, call Amber at 706-549-4850 Time: 1:00 pm-4:00 pm to reserve your spot today. Tables will be made up of Cost: Free four players. Where: Winterville CAL **upon opening** When: Tuesdays Time: 1:00 pm-4:00 pm Cost: Free winter 2015 41
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support groups and meetings
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Caregiver Support Group - Athens Area For any caregiver or any caregivers caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementias to fellowship with other caregivers, participate in educational programs, and gain knowledge from health care professionals. Where: ACCA Bentley ADH Center When: 3rd Tuesday each month Time: 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Cost: FREE Alzheimer’s Support Group - Winder Area For caregivers or anyone caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementias to fellowship with other caregivers, participate in educational programs, and gain knowledge from health care professionals. Where: Winder Adult Day Care When: Last Friday of each month Time: 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Cost: FREE
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Grandparents Raising Grandchildren A support group provided for grandparents raising the grandchildren. Group topics vary in discussion from month to month and occasionally include informational materials and guest speakers. For specific dates and times, please contact Paige Powell at 706-549-4850. Where: ACCA’s Hudson Conference Room in Athens and Rivers of Mercy in Monroe When: TBD Time: 12:00 pm-1:30 pm Cost: FREE Parkinson’s Support Groups A group provided for persons with Parkinson’s disease and their caregivers. Group topics vary in discussion from month to month and occasionally include informational materials, guest speakers, or trips. Where: ACCA Glass Dining Room When: 4th Monday each month Time: 2:00 pm -3:00 pm Cost: FREE
On August 27, 2014, more than 30 employees from Carrier Transicold, Noramco and Macy’s joined ACCA for the annual United Way Day of Caring. Featuring several services projects throughout the area, ACCA was a site beneficiary of a day long set of United Way volunteer activities.
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At our Winder Campus, Macy’s Team Members hosted an ice cream social for participants of the WinderBarrow Adult Day Health Center. The day was filled with joy and the sweet tooth’s were satisfied! At our downtown Athens campus, employees of Carrier and Noramco made incredible outdoor improvements. Volunteers helped mulch beds, plant border plants, replace bushes and pressure wash. They even installed a drip irrigation system and built a fence around our new motion wellness system. Thank you to all who gave of their company time and dedicated themselves in service this day. Your contributions, skill and dedication were amazing.
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In October, the Long-Term Care Ombudsman program hosting the monthly, ACCA Is a Great Place to Work Social. They invited all of the staff outside for a Hula Hoop contest. Big thanks to Keith Adams for snapping these great pictures of ACCA staff participating. It was a lot of FUN!!
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In the last couple of weeks, ACCA has had US Congressman Doug Collins and Georgia Department of Human Services Commissioner, Keith Horton and Deputy Commissioner, Renorta Heard visit the agency. Congressman Collins also went out on a meal route to visit with some ACCA Meals on Wheels Clients.
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On Thursday, October 30, Joe Frierson, III, Board of Directors Treasurer for ACCA hosted a small gathering of donors, volunteers, and friends of ACCA at his home for a spooky theme event. It was a lot of fun and everyone enjoyed getting to know each other a little better.
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