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“Malnutrition is an imbalance of nutrients caused by either an excess intake of nutrients or a nutritional deficit. Malnutrition is becoming increasingly more common among the elderly population.” — RN Journal, Mass. College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences By Donna Clark Communications Director, FiftyForward According to the Federal Interagency Forum on Aging-Related Statistics, “In 2010, 40 million people age 65 and older accounted for 13 percent
of the total population in the United States. In 2030, the number and proportion of older Americans is expected to grow significantly – to 72 million, representing nearly 20 percent of the population.” As today’s older Americans enjoy longer lives and better physical function than did previous generations, “For some, an increased burden in housing costs and rising obesity may compromise these gains.” (Source: National Institute of Health Report, Older Americans 2012: Key Indicators of Well-being.) continued on page 3
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FiftyForward Joins the Food Fight Against Malnutrition
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While physical activity holds a prominent place in American consciousness, malnutrition among aging adults does not appear to have been such a serious concern. As reported in the above journal, an estimated 5-10% of elderly people living in the community are malnourished. The stakes are high. Some of the risk factors for malnutrition include poor oral health or chewing impediments; swallowing difficulty; appetite loss; physical impairments; living alone; inability to shop, prepare and cook meals; and poverty or low income. Moreoever, “Not only is malnutrition prevalent in the elderly, it is also frequently misdiagnosed or unrecognized.”
healthy nutritional intake of participants. The program adjoins MOW, and participants receive the same nutritious food as the MOW recipients. During FY 2013, 43 ADS enrollees participated 4,133 days – each receiving breakfast, lunch and snacks during its weekday operations. Care Managers assist frail older adults to access services that meet basic needs and improve quality of life. In the area of nutrition, customers are helped to apply for and receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (formerly known as food stamps), USDA commodities, emergency food boxes, and meals on wheels. They also provide transportation to grocery stores and to the Farmers A Centers for Market. Disease Control Holiday gift As reported in National Institute of Health Report (2012), and Prevention an estimated 5-10% of elderly people living in the community boxes contain report (Older food items are malnourished. Not only is malnutrition prevalent Persons’ Health, and/or grocery in the elderly, it is also frequently 2011), cites gift cards. misdiagnosed or unrecognized. an alarming The program statistic: The maintains number of a food pantry for walk-ins and those who need residents in the U.S. 65 and over in fair or poor supplements to emergency food boxes. health was 24.7% in 2011. As part of FiftyForward’s mission to provide pathways to health and well-being for adults age 50+ in Middle Tennessee, three of Living at Home Services’ programs provide direct nutritional support to frail, homebound seniors: meals on Wheels (MOW); Adult Day Services (ADS) and Care Management. Monday through Friday, Meals on Wheels (MOW) delivers fresh, hot well balanced meals, prepared by our Food Services staff. During FY 2013, 110 customers received 17,552 volunteer-delivered meals. In addition to weekday delivery, FiftyForward is the only home delivered meal program that sends weekend meals to our customers, as well as to clients who are served by other meal providers. Additionally, Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee donates “backpack” food for those who do not receive weekend meals, but need a little extra food for Saturday and Sunday. For more than 20 years, the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays are more special for 300+ homebound older adults who receive a hot, festive lunch and a friendly visit. (See our ad on page 6.) The Adult Day Services program (ADS), which provides structured daily activities, increases the
For more information about any of the food-related programs of FiftyForward Living at Home Services, please visit our website, fiftyforward.org, click on the “Supportive Services,” or call 743-3400 for additional information or to volunteer.
Other FiftyForward nutrition-support programs In addition to the Living at Home Services focus on nutrition for older, homebound adults, FiftyForward actively produces, throughout the year, a variety of food-nourishment-related projects that benefit both members and the community clients. Here are some examples of the impressive and extensive array of these projects and programs. Donelson Station is the host site, each Friday, for a Farmers Market. During the growing season, local growers sell their fresh food to area residents at this convenient community location. Dori Wilbert, the Healthy Eating Specialist from Whole Foods Market/Franklin, is always a welcome and popular guest at the Martin Center where she leads classes. In September, members will learn about the four healthy pillars of the Health Starts Here program. Wilbert also will demonstrate several healthy no-oil recipients. continued on page 18
The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) is a Washington, D.C. watchdog and consumer advocacy organization that actively promotes safer, more nutritious food. It is no surprise that, according to the CPSI, the typical American diet contributes to obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and other health problems. Those problems cost Americans more than $150 billion per year. (See FoodDay.org and cspinet.org.) Others are undernourished or malnourished, lacking money and resources to obtain food. In response to this critical state and the need for more education and government initiatives, the CPSI founded Food Day on October 24, 2011. This annual, nationwide celebration focuses, in part, on • Promoting safer, healthier diets, such as cutting back on sugar drinks and overly salted packaged foods in favor of vegetables, fruits and whole grains; • Reducing hunger. Currently, around 50 million Americans are considered “food insecure.” On Food Day each year, throughout the country, thousands of nonprofits, public agencies, schools, mayors’ offices and citizens from all walks of life hold special events and projects to direct public attention to the issues surrounding nutrition and hunger. Nashville will be one of those communities and FiftyForward will be a participant. Fall 2013 | 3
volunteer opportunities
Join RSVP and The Nashville Food Project’s Lunch Delivery Team For a full year, RSVP volunteers have been engaged at The Nashville Food Project (TNFP) helping prep vegetables and other ingredients for inclusion in delicious, nutritious meals that are served to Nashville’s lowincome residents. In August, RSVP committed to expand our partnership with TNFP by staffing lunch delivery teams on Wednesdays and Thursdays. RSVP volunteers load and drive the food delivery truck to either Operation Stand Down in North Nashville and spend approximately two hours serving meals to individuals and families who otherwise might not eat that day. We are seeking volunteers willing to help us staff our lunch delivery runs. The volunteer commitment is flexible; you may sign up for a one-time shift or commit to a series of lunch time runs. The RSVP team delivers lunch on the first Wednesday and the third Thursday of each month, with occasional lunch runs on other dates when requested by TNFP. The commitment requires that each volunteer be able to lift a moderate weight and stand for approximately one hour in a variety of weather conditions. This placement is perfect for the volunteer who enjoys direct contact with clients and is comfortable with diverse groups. To learn more about this volunteer opportunity, contact Liane Proctor, lproctor@fiftyforward.org or call (615) 743-3426.
Help Graceworks Sort, Stack and Distribute Food Donations Graceworks Ministries in Franklin, Tenn., serves families in Williamson County who need temporary assistance with rent, utilities and food. The staff carefully screens each applicant and determines how the agency is best able to meet the family’s needs. Many families come to Graceworks due to high medical bills or a sudden layoff. Graceworks is seeking volunteers to help process the large number of food donations they receive each week. Help is needed with one time food drives and in ongoing, regularly scheduled shifts to sort, stack and process canned foods. Graceworks is located on Southeast Parkway in Franklin. If you enjoy working with a friendly team in a busy, active environment, this volunteer activity will be a great match for you. To learn more about this volunteer opportunity, please contact Robin Johnson at rjohnson@fiftyforward.org or (615) 743-3424. 4 | Forward Focus
RSVPby the numbers Fiscal Year 2013 was a busy one for RSVP volunteers. 533 RSVP volunteers served in 667 different positions. More than 55,000 hours were devoted to service at 50 nonprofit agencies or schools. 136 FLIP volunteers tutored more than 500 students and, once again, the children who benefited from engagement with a FLIP tutor showed significant gains in their reading, math and self-esteem scores. The RSVP volunteer corps is always looking for a few good men and women to join our ranks. If you are interested in using your life experience to impact the lives of others, contact Liane Proctor at lproctor@fiftyforward.org or (615) 743-3426.
Become a Fitness or Art Instructor at the Bordeaux Active Aging Center FiftyForward Bordeaux Center is a hub of activity for seniors in North Nashville. This small but active center is an excellent resource for seniors who otherwise might not have access to enrichment activities. The Bordeaux Center is seeking instructors for their art and fitness classes. Instructors must be experienced, enthusiastic, willing to work with the senior population and available to teach classes during daytime hours. This is a wonderful opportunity for a volunteer who wants to share their love of art or fitness with an enthusiastic audience. To learn more about this volunteer opportunity, contact Derek Stogner at dstogner@fiftyforward.org or (615) 248-2272.
Join us for a run! The third annual Viva la Diva Run for Women of All Ages is scheduled for Saturday, November 16, 2013, at the Nissan Americas campus in Cool Springs/Franklin. A race gun will fire at 8 a.m. for the 10-mile and 5K races and again at 9 a.m. for the one-mile Fun Run/Walk. As in the past, each participant in the 10-mile or 5K event will receive a Viva la Diva technical shirt and a commemorative finisher charm. All proceeds from Viva la Diva will benefit supportive services that assist older adults in accessing community resources they need to remain living independently. These services include Meals on Wheels, Adult Day Services, Victory over Crime, Conservatorship and Care Management. Visit fiftyforward.org for further information. Entertainment in the start/finish line area will include disc jockey Heather Lose, the Music City Soul Dancers and Urban Fusion. Free parking is provided in the garage conveniently located next to all the festivities. Registration and additional information are available online at vivaladivarun.org. Runners are encouraged to form teams. Individual awards will be by age group; awards also will be given to the largest community team and to the fastest team. Viva la Diva major sponsors are Nissan Americas, Walgreens, Williamson Medical Center, Fleet Feet Sports, Nashville Striders, Personal Best, SunCrest and Patricia Hart.
NO BOUNDARIES 5K TRAINING for VIva la Diva Join Coach Carol and Coach Jenn for a nine week training program that includes walking, running, yoga and stretching. First workout is Saturday, September 14, 7:30 a.m. at the Fleet Feet Brentwood store, 330 Franklin Road, Brentwood. This nine week program includes four weekly workouts, a technical t-shirt, injury screenings and support to reach your fitness goals. Cost is $125 for the complete program. Registration is now open. For more information, please call (615) 373-1123 or training@fleetfeetnashville.com This 5K training culminates with the Viva la Diva Run! Get your Diva on!
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Have you, or someone you know, been victimized? Help is available through FiftyForward Victory Over Crime. For more information, please visit our website, fiftyforward.org and click under supportive services or call
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Be Prepared! It’s not just important for Boy Scouts! by Gretchen Funk, MSW FiftyForward Care Team Director Being prepared in case of an emergency or for the unexpected brings peace of mind. With the benefit of long lives of experience, senior adults have an advantage in this area. You have the best sense of what your abilities are when you are under pressure. We can’t prepare for all that life will bring, but here are some suggestions which can help: Day-to-day: • Leave an extra set of house keys with a neighbor. • Consider an emergency alert system if you live alone. • Be sure that your smoke/CO2 detectors function and that you can hear them if they go off. • Keep flashlights and batteries easily accessible. • Post a list of important phone numbers in a visible place such as on your refrigerator. • Keep an updated list of your medications and doctors’ names with contact information plus a copy of your insurance card in an easily accessible place and let loved ones know where they are.
The Red Cross website (www.redcross.org/prepare) offers specific guidance for preparing for different disaster scenarios. If you have a particular concern - perhaps you were affected by the Nashville floods - you can visit this website for guidance on preparing for specific occurrences. There are also helpful online resources that give advice regarding emergency planning for people with limited mobility and other health considerations. Long term: • In case you are incapacitated and cannot express your wishes: • When the opportunity presents itself, talk with your loved ones about your wishes. • Complete an Advance Care Plan to declare your wishes formally with respect to advanced medical treatment and appoint a trusted person in your life as your Health Care Agent so that person can speak for you when you cannot. • Assign your Power of Attorney for healthcare and/or finances in case of emergency. FiftyForward’s Living at Home and Care Team care managers are available to help you complete some of these forms and to offer advice and assistance in planning so you can be as prepared as possible for whatever lies ahead. For more information on FiftyForward’s Living at Home Services, please call (615) 743-3400.
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Friday, September 27, 2013 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. First Baptist Nashville 108 7th Ave. South
FREE to attend. Light breakfast and lunch included. Respite care available at no cost. Must register, space is limited.
Special feature
A New Twist to the Charitable Rollover By Robert Smith Earlier this year, The Wall Street Journal reported on a popular tax-law provision that expired at the end of 2011 but has been resurrected as part of legislation signed into law recently by President Obama. For those interested in seeing the official IRS wording on the subject, go to the IRS website (www.irs.gov) and search for “IR-2013-6,” dated Jan. 16. Basically, Congress has renewed special incentives to make charitable gifts through retirement accounts in 2013. For 2013, it is possible for those with traditional or Roth IRAs to make tax-free gifts directly to qualified charities. Gifts must be made directly to qualified charities and may not be given to donor-advised funds, private foundations or supporting organizations. An IRA charitable gift might also be an excellent option for those under 70 ½ years of age. This will also reduce taxes for heirs. IRA assets left to loved ones are subject to income tax and possibly estate tax when withdrawn by heirs. Those who are planning charitable gifts in their estate will find it beneficial to direct IRA assets to charity while leaving other traditional assets to their heirs. This can be done by simply changing their beneficiary designation to include a percentage to charity. This provision allows many taxpayers who are 70½ or older to transfer as much as $100,000 a year directly from an individual retirement account to qualified charities without having any of that transfer counted as part of their adjusted gross income. The transfer also counts toward the taxpayer’s required minimum distribution. The legislation revived this provision retroactively to the start of last year and made it effective through the end of 2013. A Kiplinger report recommends donating appreciated securities – stocks or mutual funds – instead of cash. When you give $1,000 in cash, you can deduct $1,000, and that saves you $250 in the 25% bracket. (Any state-income-tax savings are simply good fortune. An example. Assume you have $1,000 worth of stocks or mutual funds shares that you bought more than a year ago for $500. If you sell the shares, you’ll owe $75 in tax on the profit, even at the preferential 15% capital-gains rate. But if you donate the shares, the charity gets the full $1,000 value. It doesn’t have to pay tax on the profit when it sells them, you avoid the $75 tax bill, and you still get to deduct the full grand. It’s a win-win-win situation. Of course, it is always recommended to consult with legal and financial professionals when considering a charitable gift. The FiftyForward development staff can assist anyone interested in learning more about making a charitable rollover gift. Robert Smith serves on the Executive Committee of the FiftyForward Endowment Board as Education Chair.
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FiftyForward Class Listings
FiftyForward Bordeaux For more information, call the Center at (615) 248-2272. CLASSES/ACTIVITIES Bible Games Bible Study Bingo Crocheting Class Fitness Exercise Gardening Get Fit Dancing Health and Nutrition Education Healthy Smoothies Jewelry Making Spades, Wii Bowling, Word Puzzles, Card Games and other activities
Special Events
September Farmers Market Day Trip Monday, Sept. 9, 10:30 a.m. Walgreen’s Health Fair Tuesday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m. National Hook-Up Of Black Women Reading For Life Literacy Program Monday, Sept. 16, 10:15 a.m. Madison Thrift Day Trip Tuesday, Sept. 10 a.m. Bingo Tuesday, Sept. 24, 12:30 p.m. Music City Monday Free Concert by Music For Seniors Monday, Sept. 30, 10:30 a.m. October Ctr For Independent Living of Middle Tennessee, Ticket To Work Program Monday, Oct. 7, 10:15 a.m. Harrah’s Casino Saturday, Oct. 12, 9:30 a.m. $ 15 Members $20 Non-Members Riverview Restaurant in Ashland City Monday, Oct. 14, 10:30 a.m. Gardening Tuesday, Oct. 15, 10:30 a.m. Music City Monday Free Concert by Music For Seniors Monday, Oct. 28, 10:30 a.m. November Southern Thrift Day Trip Tuesday, Nov. 5, 10 a.m. Lunch at Second Harvest Friday, Nov. 15, 10:30 a.m. Music City Monday Free Concert by Music For Seniors Monday, Nov. 10:30 a.m. 10 | Forward Focus
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For more information, please call the center at (615) 368-7278. Classes Art Bible Study Bingo Bread Day Bridge Canasta College Grove Community Library Computer New! Cornhole Digital Scrapbooking
FiftyForward Knowles For more information, call the center at (615) 743-3400 Weekly Activities Arthritis Exercise Choraleers Dominoes Exercise & Fitness New! Line Dancing Knit/Crochet Movie Group Scrapbooking
FiftyForward Donelson Station Telephone (615) 883-8375 New Classes StrengthTraining Class Broadway Dance Class Microsoft word classes Photography Class Guitar lessons by Appt Songwriters Class Spanish Class. Zumba with Yo-Yo Classes Art classes Arthritis Foundation Aerobics Basic Computer Beading Cold Connection Computer Classes iPad/Tablet Class Lapidary Low impact aerobics Photography Ring Workshops Silver Jewelry Spanish class Tai Chi Walk with Ease- Arthritis Foundation
History & Genealogy Line Dancing Monthly Birthday Potluck (3rd Wed.) Open Computer lab with WiFi Pedro Card Game Poker Pool Room Thursday Lunch TV Lounge
Clubs and Groups Book Discussion Group Handwork Group Health Education Group Red Hat Society Studio Fifty Art Club Writing Group New! Quilting Group
Health & Wellness Blood Pressure Screenings Massage Therapist (by appointment) Walking Wellness Center New! Yogalates New! Zumba Gold
Day Trips Two to three day trips are planned each month. Call the center for more information, 368-7093.
SilverSneakers® Writing Group Yoga
Special Events: NPT Reports: Aging Matters September 5, 11:30 a.m.
MOnthly events Bingo Book Club “Destination Relaxation” Massage Diabetes Support Group First Monday Lunch Men’s Group 2nd Saturday Wellness Luncheon Series
Free Shred Day, October 12, 9-noon
Water Aerobics Wire Wrapping Yoga
Health and Wellness Alzheimer Warnings Blood pressure screenings Bone density screenings Eye Health Glucose screenings
CLUBS/GROUPS AARP Grief and Loss Program Bridge Club Bible Study Bingo Book Club Bowling Club Computer Club Cornhole Crochet--all levels Digital Camera Club Game Hour Hiking Club Horseshoes Line Dance Quilt Club Red Hat Society Relatively Old Men Eating Out (R.O.M.E.O.) Primetime Players Senior Safety Singalong Choir Social Bridge Texas Hold’em Walking Club Zumba Gold Zumba Toning
Membership Discount Week October 14 - 18 2nd Saturdays: October 12: The Big Stitch November 9: Painting Class and Spinning Class Stacked Box Project, October, date tba
Special Events: Farmers Market Fridays, 3:30 - 6:30 p.m. December 7: WWII Musical Tribute Monthly Luncheons Monthly Birthday Party Dinner Theater Trips Call Donelson Station for more information, 883-8375. We plan several daytrips each month!
OTHER SERVICES
Fitness walking and exercise Green Room Coffee Shop with daily activities Ladies and Gents Salon Open computer lab FiftyForward Travel Mid-Tennesee Gem and Mineral Society Palm Tree Café
For more info, call (615) 376-0102
CLASSES AARP Safe Driving Advanced Level Watercolor Advanced Oil Painting with Renee LaRose Beginning Watercolor Beginning Oil Painting with Renee LaRose Canasta Lessons Drawing with Renee LaRose Elements of Writing Historical Seniors Genealogy Iris Card Making Mixed Media Workshop Technology on Demand Wine Pairing GROUPS Brunch Group Bridge
FiftyForward Madison Station
For more information, call the center at (615) 860-7180 CLASSES ASL Class Beginning Ballroom Bible Converstion and Study Crochet for beginners Framing for Beginners Line dance Piano lessons Senior strength training SilverSneakers Circuit SilverSneakers Classic SilverSneakers Yoga SilverSneakers Stress Reduction & Restorative Breathing Tai Chi with Larry Lee Technology on Demand Trash to Treasure class (starts in October) Watercolor for Beginners World Religions Class Yoga Zumba class CLUBS & GROUPS Book Club Bunco Cornhole Players Crochet Club Genealogy Club Goldentones Choir
Canasta Concord Grapes Red Hat Society Cyber Café Dinner Group Kaluki Knitwits Krystal and Korn Hole Lunch and Movie Bunch Martin Members Game Day M2: Martin Men Men’s Breakfast Group Monthly Potluck Luncheon Pamper n’ Play Texas Hold’em Wii Mondays Witty Wise Women’s Luncheon Weight Watchers Health and Wellness Better Sleep Seminar Cool Springs Eye Care Lunch and Learn Depression Screenings Flex Exercise
Inglewood and Friends Club Karaoke Singers Knitting Group Madison Station Silver Notes Band Madison Travelers Club Mexican Train Dominoes Open Music Jam Quilting Club Red Hat Society Reminisce HEALTH & FITNESS Blood pressure checks Fitness Center Massage therapy Walking Club Weight Trainer on staff SPECIAL EVENTS Bingo Dinner Theater Flea Market Monthly Luncheons Friday Night Music Jam Lunch and Learns Monthly Luncheons TRIPS Four to five day trips are planned each month. Call the center for more info, 860-7180
Health Aging Sponsored luncheon by Saint Thomas Manicure and Pedicure Massage Therapist Pilates Senior Expo at Factory Tai Chi Transitions of Life sponsored by Rolling Hills Yoga SPECIAL EVENTS Martin Masters, November 7 -9, VIP Reception Thursday, November 7; Art Show and Sale continues Friday, November 8 and Saturday November 9 Arrington Winery Tour Chaffin’s Barn Dinner Theatre Dine Around the World Franklin Theatre Tour Nashville Symphony Dress Rehearsal Potluck Luncheon Renaissance Dinner Theatre in Dickson TPAC
FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center
Call for the current class schedule, 646-9622 CLASSES, ARTS AND CRAFTS Bob Ross Painting Classes Line Dancing (beginning and advanced) Oil Painting Quilting Sit and Knit Spanish Weekly Technology Classes Watercolor Weight Watchers GROUPS Bellevue Caregivers Bellevue History and Genealogy Bellevue Belles Red Hatters Book/Written Memory Discussions Monthly Supper Club Nat’l Red Hat Society: Bellevue Belles GAMES Bingo Bridge Introduction to Bridge Canasta Fun Friday Mah-Jongg Sodoku Tournament Bridge 101 HEALTH AND WELLNESS CLASSES Full fitness facility with a pool Ballroom Dancing Lessons SilverSneakers Classic SilverSneakers Yoga
SilverSneakers Cardio SilverSneakers Circuit Dance It Out Gold Circuit Blast Gold Senior Spin Tai Chi Zumba Gold Educational Talks Elder Law Attorney Financial planning Medicare Metro Nashville Police Department Visit Nashville Humane Association Puppy Visits Social Security SPECIAL EVENTS AND TALKS AARP Tax assistance Bible Study Cholesterol and Blood Sugar testing Gardening Medicare info and counseling Monthly potlucks Volunteer opportunities TRIPS Join us for educational and fun field trips to places such as: Music City Center, Chaffin’s Barn, Monthly Mystery Trips, Bluebird Café, Nissan Manufacturing Plant, Senior Day at the Fair, Senior Day at the Nashville Zoo, and many other destinations. ACTIVITIES Transportation Program for Homebound Seniors Bellevue Recycling Center benefits the J. L. Turner Center Fall 2013 | 11
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FiftyForward Martin Center celebrates
Music & Memories
FiftyForward Martin Center celebrated their 8th annual Music & Memories with a sold out crowd at the beautiful Franklin Theatre. The evening’s entertainment was the Grammy-award winning group The Grascals. The evening began with a VIP reception at the Martin Center. The evening was made possible by Community Partners. Presenting Sponsor was BanCorp South. These and other photos of the event can be viewed on fiftyforward.org. Click on the Flickr social media icon at the top of the page, or go to http://www.flickr.com/ photos/fiftyforward/sets
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fourth annual
Hats Off
to Bordeaux! FiftyForward Bordeaux held its fourth annual Hats Off to Bordeaux in June at the FiftyForward/Patricia Hart Building. The popular and festive hat fashion runway show drew oohs and aahs from the crowd. Hosted by State representative Brenda Gilmore, the luncheon featured guest emcee Lelan Stantom, News Channel 5’s Meteorologist and Talk of the Town co-host (in picture above right). FiftyForward Bordeaux honored Gloria Nesbitt as Volunteer of the Year.
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The event featured exclusively the millinery creations of hatWRKS, a local Nashville millinery shop specializing in custom hat design and repair. Local sponsors included Advance Financial Services, Zycron, Adex! Homesellers, Old Hickory Credit Union and Cigna HealthSpring. All proceeds benefit FiftyForward Bordeaux in providing active aging programming for the Bordeaux community. FiftyForward Bordeaux serves a diverse community of senior adults in Northwest Nashville, specializing in outreach to low-income, disabled and otherwise isolated seniors. These and other photos of the event can be viewed on fiftyforward.org. Click on the Flickr social media icon at the top of the page, or go to http://www.flickr.com/ photos/fiftyforward/sets
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FiftyForward Travel
FiftyForward Travel has a great fall lineup of destinations Janice Judd, FiftyForward Travel Coordinator, is ready and waiting to book your next travel adventure. Call Janice at (615) 883-8375 or email her at jjudd@fiftyforward.org. For more information, visit www.fiftyforward.org/travel/ Call to reserve your spot today! Join FiftyForward for these exciting upcoming trips! September19, October 24, November 21 and December 12 Harrah’s Casino, Metropolis, Ill. Cost: $5 FiftyForward members and Keeton Theatre season ticket holders Includes transportation, lunch and $5 casino voucher September 8-17, 2013 Ireland Highlights include Dublin, Waterford, Killarney and Limerick; Blarney Stone kiss; Cliffs of Mohr; Cabra Castle overnight. Cost: $3,099 pp/dbl.
September 22-28, 2013 Myrtle Beach Show Trip Three evening shows, Broadway at the Beach, guided tour of Charleston Cost: $669 pp/dbl October 5-13, 2013 Cape Cod Tour “Outer Cape,” Hyannis, Sandwich, Martha’s Vineyard, JFK Museum Cost: $789 pp/dbl November 11-13 Biltmore for Christmas Cost: $359 pp/dbl Candlelight tour of Biltmore House, Biltmore Gardens, Wine Tasting, Western North Carolina Farmers Market December 2-4 Redneck Christmas—Pigeon Forge Hazzard County Hoedown, Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show, Winterfest lights tour and Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery Look for 2014 trips in the December issue of Forward Focus.
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On the Road with
Joan
Join Joan on the Road for these refreshing fall daytrips SEPTEMBER Thursday, September 26 Tour of the Cookeville Depot and Museum Cookeville Train Depot is on the National Register of Historic Places and a tribute to Tennessee Central. The Museum is filled with artifacts and railroad memorabilia including a 1913 Baldwin steam locomotive, an original TC caboose pre-dating the 1920s and a 1960 caboose. Lunch on your own at Crawdaddy’s Restaurant Cost: $25
OCTOBER Thursday, October 24 Scarecrows Of The Past, Granville, Tenn. Guided story-telling tour of Main Street by human Scarecrows placed in strategic locations telling stories about the history at certain places. Visit the many exhibits and demonstrations in this historic community. Catered lunch at J. B. Sutton’s General Store dining room. Cost: $43 including lunch. NOVEMBER Saturday, November 23 Christmas In The Country, Lawrenceburg, Tenn. We’ll visit More than 100 booths filled with great gifts at Lawrenceburg’s Christmas Village. Lunch on your own at Pat’s Café with a delicious variety foods for all appetites. (FRIED PIES)! Food and gifts located in the same place. Cost: $25 DECEMBER Thursday, December 12 Miss Patti’s Grand Rivers, KY We all love to go here at Christmas! – You asked for this one! Choice of four lunch selections ( pork chop not available). Visit all the shops decorated for Christmas. Cost: $43 including, taxes and gratuity.
Metropolis trips – First Thursday of each month – J. L. Turner Pickups at FiftyForward Donelson Station and J. L. Turner for all trips. For more information on these trips, or to register, contact Joan Sincerbox at (615) 646-0059 or email joan.sincerbox@comcast.net.
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all is my favorite time of the year. I’ve always thought of it more as the New Year rather than January 1. Fall always meant new classes at school, new clothes, new school supplies and most of all, new weather! Cool and crisp days seem to clear the air and make everything look more vibrant. Add the turning of the leaves to their rich colors and the change is made. My kitchen changes too. Gone are the days of picking fresh produce from the garden and enjoying it in a dish a few minutes later. Now I get to enjoy slow cooked soups and stews served with crusty bread and tucking myself in my chair with a cat or two on my lap, knitting in my hands and a fire in the fireplace. Ah, bliss!
Here are a couple of my favorite recipes for fall: Butternut Squash Soup and Focaccia Bread. I love this soup recipe from one of my favorite cooks, Alton Brown. Butternut Squash Soup 3 to 3 1/2 pounds butternut squash, approximately 2, seeded and quartered Unsalted butter, melted, for brushing 1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper, plus 1/2 teaspoon 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1/4 cup honey 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg 1. Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place the quartered squash onto a half sheet pan, brush the flesh of the squash with a little butter and season with 1 tablespoon of the salt and 1 teaspoon of the white pepper. Place in the oven and roast for 30 to 35 minutes or until the flesh is soft and tender. 2. Scoop the flesh from the skin into a 6-quart pot. Add the broth, honey and ginger. Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer, approximately 7 to 8 minutes. Using a stick blender, puree the mixture until smooth.* Stir in the heavy cream and return to a low simmer. Season with the remaining salt, pepper, and nutmeg. *When blending hot liquids: Remove liquid from the heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes. Transfer liquid to a blender or food processor and fill it no more than halfway. If using a blender, release one corner of the lid. This prevents the vacuum effect that creates heat explosions. Place a towel over the top of the machine, pulse a few times then process on high speed until smooth. The culinary skills of Patricia Hart Building Events Manager Deborah Stillwell are well known, especially to her family, FiftyForward members, and facility renters who request in-house catering. A self-confessed foodie, she loves to revamp standard fare in a whole new, heart-healthy way. She teaches cooking seminars using fresh herbs, and her yummy recipes are regularly featured in the Knowles Center’s First Monday lunches. If you would like to ask Deborah for an alternative recipe for one of your favorite foods, contact her at dstillwell@fiftyforward.org.
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othing welcomes the Fall like pots of soups and stews gently simmering on the stove with mouthwatering aromas that wrap your home in a warm blanket of comfort!. Perhaps you will use vegetables from your summer garden that you put up for the fall or winter season or made a trip to the local autumn farmer’s market with anticipation of comforting and satisfying flavors to come. One thing’s for sure, you will want a wine that pairs with the cornucopia of fall flavors that you will serve during this crisp evenings. Wines made from the Riesling grape are extremely food-friendly and pair with a variety of dishes. The Yakima Valley of Washington State in the Pacific Northwest produces wonderfully balanced wines. This region of our country produces amazing and well-balanced Rieslings that appeal to everyone. Warm days and cool nights during the long and dry growing season contribute to fully ripe fruit and acidity in Airfield Estates 2011 100% Riesling ($15/bottle) that is estate-produced by the Miller family. Lively acidity and a delicate hint of sweetness will dance on your tastebuds and will fill the wine glass with fruit-focused aromas of peaches, pears and lemon peel. A touch of effervescence from the acidity combined with the fresh fruit flavors produced from the warm growing season is a refreshing companion to your heartiest of fall meals such as Deborah’s creamy Butternut Squash Soup with a touch of nutmeg aroma. In addition, you can just enjoy those cool fall nights with a variety of artisanal cheeses with slice apples and toasted nuts paired with a glass of Washington State Riesling. Cheers to Fall!
Lisa Mays lends her wine expertise to Deborah’s healthy recipes. Lisa is a local wine enthusiast and educator who earned an WSET Level 3 Advanced Certification in Wines & Spirits. Her “inner wine spirit” is on a mission to help others experience the same joy she gets from Food and Wine pairings. Check out her website and blog www.winewithlisa.com for great selections, pairings and recipes.
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FiftyForward Feature Story: FiftyForward Fights Malnutrition continued from page 3 At the holiday season, the Center participates in the Full Tummies, Warm Hearts program of United Way Williamson to create decorative baskets of food for frail or homebound seniors in the county. Center members gather foods, grocery store gift cards for fresh foods like meats, produce and dairy and items needed particularly by the recipients. Providing nutritious food is a major interest of Bordeaux. As a designated host site, each weekday Metro Social Services furnishes a well balanced lunch to center members and other area residents. Moreover, because the center is a convenient gathering place for Bordeaux seniors, a partnership with Second Harvest furnishes vegetables and other food giveaways, including coffee and snacks. Bordeaux shares with others. It is the only FiftyForward center to have a raised garden bed, making it easier for members to care for their flowers and vegetables. The TSU Extension program provides support in the way of healthy cooking classes. Garden produce distribution is
supplemented by van trips to the nearby Nashville Farmers Market that, in addition to selling fresh, affordable produce from local growers, offers cooking demonstrations. Knowles Center is a hub for healthy food projects and activities. For example, Knowles partners with the Society of St. Andrew and Longhollow Baptist Church-Hillcrest for the center to be a distribution site for gleaning Tennessee crops. Members contribute by cutting and tying knots in mesh produce bags that are distributed by St. Andrews Church. They average 200 bags each week. In addition, Longhollow provides volunteer drivers for the center van to transport residents of the Edgehill community to the Nashville Farmers Market. Edgehill is one of three Nashville communities designated a “food desert.”
Knowles offers popular center activities focused on nutrition including:
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Healthy and affordable First Monday Lunches prepared by Deborah Stillwell. (See her Food article, p. 17.) Lunch costs just $3 for members.
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Among recent topics discussed by The Wellness Group were artificial sweeteners, gluten free foods, alternative pastas, quinoa and more.
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The Herb Group meets monthly to exchange cuttings and recipes.
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Deborah also holds Tasty Tuesdays healthy food preparation classes that feature surprise tastings, such as gazpacho, smoothies, herb lemonade, banana butter (on hot biscuits), and chocolate freezes.
From time to time, Madison Station and J. L. Turner members travel by center vans to help prepare food at The Nashville Food Project (TNFP). (No prior cooking experience necessary.) continued on page 20
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FiftyForward Fights Malnutrition continued from page 18 The FiftyForward RSVP volunteer program has an official partnership with TNFP. During FY 2013, 38 RSVP volunteers devoted hundreds of hours working to prepare and deliver nearly 2,000 meals. Some volunteers serve once or twice a week year round. This summer TNFP asked RSVP to take on the responsibility of manning a food delivery run on the first Wednesday of each month. The first RSVP lunch run served 93 veterans at Operation Stand Down. The volunteer response to the project has been so strong that an additional lunch run occurs the third Thursday of the month. A recent program addition has been participation in The Heimerdinger Foundation’s Meals2Heal program that delivers healthy meals to cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment. A chef leads a team of teen volunteers and their RSVP volunteer mentors to prepare each week’s menu. Moreover, two RSVP volunteers helped Meals2Heal develop their own garden which is now supplying fresh vegetables for the meals. An empty plot of land has become a thriving (and free!) source of food. Recipients credit the meals with quicker recovery from treatment fatigue and overall enhanced energy. For more information about any of these food-related programs of FiftyForward, please visit our website, fiftyforward.org, and click on Locations or Volunteer or call a center for additional information. We welcome your involvement.
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Condition of antiques crucial to resale pricepoints Connie Sue, Thank you for allowing me to send you pictures of a family settee, which is more than 100 years old. Also, thank you for agreeing to list it in the Forward Focus paper. Elizabeth
were called tapestry bags. Mandalian bags are thought to be of better quality than other makers. Connections were soldered. Their patented, flat mesh was less likely to snag clothing. The owner, Sahatiel Mandalian, incorporated Turkish rug designs in many of his purses to reflect his heritage.
There’s has been a recent spike in mesh bag Elizabeth, sales to accommodate The Great Gatsby and Your sofa is, sure enough, a fixer-upper. Downton Abby party costuming. Desperate, The frame is oak. The padded seat and last minute ‘flappers’ have paid over $300 back appear to have been upgraded during for the perfect our Naugahyde period. I agree it was slinky, mesh bag made in the early 1900s. It may have Let me repeat – condition is very important. to complete their been sold through the Sears & Roebuck Buyers are willing to pay premium prices, but they outfits. Sellers specializing in Art Deco Catalog – probably for less than $20. I are adamant about condition. Older is not better and early 20th Century accessories sell think it might sell for around $400. Mandalian pieces consistently at around if it bears the signs of use. Dear Connie Sue, My cousin gave me two framed photos of my grandfather. The frames were from the 1900s as far as I can tell. Do you know if they are antiques or what their current value might be? Thank you. Donna Donna, Since we’re putting our pictures on FaceBook or a smart phone, frames are piling up in sales and shops. Many homes are being built with fewer walls, too, further frustrating sales. You might be able to sell the two frames formerly featuring your grandfather for $15 to $20 each. ’Morning, Connie Sue, Our friend was cleaning out her attic and she gave me a mesh purse stamped Mandalian MFC Co. I was hoping for some information on this item, including its worth. Thanks Dan Dan, The first mesh bags were made by Whiting & Davis in 1909. The first painted bags, like the one you have, were produced in 1924. They 22 | Forward Focus
$250. Choice pieces with brilliant color and original lining intact can bring over $400. On eBay and at estate sales, similar purses can slip by from $40 to $115. Condition is very important. Let me repeat – condition is very important. Buyers are willing to pay premium prices, but they are adamant about condition. Older is not better if it bears the signs of use. If you have an item that you’d like appraised, send your question and a photo of the item to Connie Sue at the email address below. You never know, it might be featured in the next Forward Focus!
Connie Sue offers antique appraisal events, private appraisals, and estate sale consulting services to individuals, businesses and organizations. Sign up for It’s Just Stuff, her FREE quarterly newsletter at: www.ConnieSue.com. Send questions to: 4064 Highway 31W Cottontown, TN, 37048 Office: 615.672.1992 Email: ConnieSue@ConnieSue.com
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Target your advertising to reach adults 50 and older! Forward Focus, a quarterly publication of FiftyForward, has a circulation of 35,000 and is distributed in Davidson and Williamson counties. Forward Focus is mailed to members of FiftyForward, as well as key donors and select community and business leaders. Copies are available at all public libraries and inserted in Mature Lifestyles in March, June, September and December. We accept camera-ready ads, but layout and composition services are available. The deadline for placing an ad is the first of the month preceding publication. For more information, contact Bob Neuman, Advertising Manager, at (615) 885-6556 or email rmneuman@comcast.net. Fall 2013 | 23
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