Inside Columbia's October Prime 2015 Senior Guide by Inside Columbia Magazine

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Prime Magazine

October 2015

Contents

Volume 7, Issue 7

Explore Columbia’s Parks

10 Tour Columbia’s Gardens 14 Get Your Dining Discounts 18 CoMo Culture & Entertainment 22 Sports To Watch & Play 24 Golf Guide

30 Missouri Wine Trails 36 Local Travel Clubs 38 Fun & Games 40 Downsizing Tips 42 Senior Housing 101 46 Medical Metro 50 How To Create A Health History 52 Special Section: Boone Health Center 56 Local Support Groups

58 Reverse Mortgage Basics 60 Will Your Nest Egg Last? 62 Directory Of Places Of Worship 66 Make Friends, Get Active 68 Keep Learning In CoMo 70 Get Your Bearings

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Welcome

Live It Up In CoMo Welcome to the Senior Guide issue of Inside Columbia’s Prime magazine! Every month in Prime, we present stories and information to help Baby Boomers live life to the fullest in Columbia. In this special issue, we’ve taken that mission up a level and pulled together a comprehensive resource to help Boomers discover the many reasons Columbia is a great place to retire. We look at the city’s extensive health care offerings, share a primer on senior housing options, explore the diverse cultural attractions, provide a guide to local dining, offer tips for managing finances and so much more. This guide is packed with valuable information for every season in Columbia, so keep it close at hand. For that matter, pick up an extra to share — this Senior Guide is the perfect resource to give to family and friends who might be enticed to explore a Columbia retirement. Whether you are new to town or a longtime resident, this guide shows there’s always more to discover and love about life in Columbia.

staff Publisher Fred Parry Associate Publisher Melody Garnett Parry Associate Publisher & Executive Editor Sandy Selby Managing Editor Anita Neal Harrison Editorial Assistant Peg Gill Graphic Designer Trever Griswold Joe Waner Photo Editor L.G. Patterson Marketing Representatives Rosemarie Peck Joe Schmitter Digital Marketing Coordinator Sean Zullo Director Of Customer Retention Gerri Shelton Operations Manager Kalie Clennin

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Operations Assistant Lilly Smith Finance Manager Brenda Brooks Distribution Manager John Lapsley Contributing Writers Kathy Casteel, Heather Finn, Morgan McCarty Interns Stephen Daw, Kayla Goth, Claudia Guthrie, Shy Hardiman, Hyelee Won

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Parks

Wide Open Spaces Plan Your Playtime With This Guide To Columbia’s Parks BY ANITA NEAL HARRISON

Columbians love the outdoors and this city has dozens of parks to prove it. Whether you want to soak in the sun, relax in the shade, compete on a team sport, run on a trail, work on your golf swing, go for a swim or hold a family reunion, Columbia has a park for you. Although not comprehensive, this guide will help you explore CoMo’s great outdoors. For a complete directory, visit the Columbia Parks & Recreation home page at www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec. PARK HOURS City parks are open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. — except Cosmo Park, which is open 6 a.m. to midnight. Make a big splash at AlbertOakland Park. 1900 Blue Ridge Road 79.41 acres The Albert-Oakland Family Aquatic Center at Albert-Oakland Park is the largest public pool complex in Columbia. Its amenities include a children’s water play area with a slide and sprinklers and a 50-meter pool with two diving boards. Albert-Oakland Park also has two baseball/softball fields, one full basketball court, two 18-hole disc golf courses, one football field, two soccer practice fields, three tennis courts, four pickleball courts and two playgrounds. There are three reservable shelters. Those who want to connect with nature can do so in a creek and nature area or on the 1-mile multipurpose hard-surface Albert-Oakland Park Trail & Fitness Circuit. The trail channels users through a series of 18 exercise stations designed for people of almost any age or fitness level. Visitors wishing to use the fitness circuit should park in the east lot off Edris Drive. The southwest area of the park also offers access to the 4.8mile limestone Bear Creek Trail, which connects to the 533-acre Cosmo Park.

Find your inner Robin Hood at American Legion Park. 602 S. Legion Lane 16.6 acres This popular park on the east side of town is the only city park to offer an archery range. It also has baseball fields, batting cages, a fishing pond and a playground. The one shelter is reservable; it offers seven picnic tables and one double barbecue grill, but no lights, electricity or water. There is also a concession stand and restrooms. Sports fans have a ball at Columbia Cosmopolitan Recreation Area. 1615 Business Loop 70 W. 533 acres Better known as Cosmo Park, this park is the largest in Columbia and the home of the annual Show-Me State Games. Between the Antimi Sports Complex and the Rainbow Softball Center, it has 14 baseball, softball and tee-ball fields. It also has 19 soccer fields, eight lighted

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tennis courts, seven volleyball courts, four football fields and two football/ lacrosse fields. Other fun draws include two fishing lakes, a remote-control car track, a roller hockey rink, a dozen lighted horseshoe pits, an off-leash area for dogs and the nationally recognized Columbia Skate Park (open 6 a.m. to dusk, seven days a week). Cosmo is home to the park system’s largest playground, Steinberg, which is newly renovated. Cosmo Park is also the site of the 18-hole L.A. Nickell Golf Course, open 7 a.m. to dusk daily (www.GoGolfLAN.com). Trails at Cosmo Park include Cosmo Fitness Trail and Rhett Walters Memorial Mountain Bike Trail. At 10 feet wide, the 1.25-mile asphalt Cosmo Fitness Trail can accommodate walkers, runners, skaters, bikers — even little ones on trikes. The 2.4-mile “Rhett’s Run” mountain bike course cuts a challenging route through a forest area. Cosmo Park is also the trailhead for the 4.8-mile limestone Bear Creek Trail, which links to the 79.41-acre Albert-Oakland Park.

Get hooked on fishing at Cosmo-Bethel Park. 4500 Bethel St. 40 acres Cosmo-Bethel Park features a fishing pond that is the site of a winter troutfishing program sponsored by Columbia Parks & Recreation, Missouri Department of Conservation and Mid-Missouri Chapter of Trout Unlimited. The pond is also a site for ice fishing. Other park amenities include 12 tennis courts, one baseball/softball field, two horseshoe pits, one sand volleyball court, an open field area (great for flying kites), a playground and a half-mile limestone lake trail. Facilities include two lighted reservable shelters — one large and one medium — and two nonreservable shelters. Slide into summer fun at Douglass Park & Pool. 400 N. Providence Road 6.8 acres With its double-loop waterslide, sprayground and $1 admission fee for kids and adults, Douglass Family Aquatic Center is an enticing destination for families on hot summer days. In addition to the pool amenities, the park has two full basketball courts, one baseball/softball field, two horseshoe pits, a playground and two nonreservable shelters. Pool hours in the summer are 1 to 7 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; noon to 5 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Exercise your green thumb at Fairview Park. 1001 Fairview Road 27 acres Located next to Fairview Elementary School, this park has tennis courts, one junior and one regular soccer practice field, and one volleyball court, plus the school’s playground equipment. There is a reservable shelter with lights, electricity and one double barbecue grill, and elsewhere in the park are two picnic tables and a restroom. The park also offers a half-mile wooded hiking trail and has garden plots available for rent. The nonirrigated 25-by-50-foot plots rent for $30 per plot. INSIDE COLUMBIA’S SENIOR GUIDE 2015 - 2016

Parks Celebrate community at Flat Branch Park. 101 S. Fourth St. & 400 Locust St. 2.5 acres This park is located at the original site of Columbia’s Market Square, which since its establishment in the 1820s has been a favorite community gathering spot and a hub for commerce. Draws include a playground, a sprayground, a gazebo, a picnic area, five historical plaques, an art sculpture, rain garden, amphitheater and free Wi-Fi access. The park is also the trailhead of the MKT Trail. Challenge a friend to a round of disc golf at Indian Hills Park. 5009 Aztec Blvd. 40 acres A large neighborhood park, Indian Hills has an 18-hole disc golf course. Other amenities include one full basketball court, one baseball/softball practice field, a nature area, a playfield, two playgrounds, one volleyball court and a dog park. There is also a 1-mile multiuse gravel trail. The one shelter is nonreservable. The season’s always right for golf at Lake of the Woods Recreation Area. 6700 St. Charles Road 141.8 acres Open year-round, the Lake of the Woods Golf Course provides a challenging and enjoyable round for all levels. This relatively flat, par-71 course is generally open from 7 a.m. to dusk (www.GoGolfLOW.com). Other draws at Lake of the Woods include three lakes (fishing is allowed only at the lake northwest of the clubhouse), picnic sites, a bathhouse and a swimming pool in a country club setting. The pool is open in the summer from 1 to 7 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; from noon to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays; and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Dream big and feel inspired at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial at Battle Garden. 800 W. Stadium Blvd. 4.5 acres An environment designed to bring people together, this completely accessible site is an ideal location for community and cultural events. It includes a small amphitheater/ sculpture that displays the writings of Martin

Luther King Jr. The park also offers a reservable shelter and access to the MKT Trail. Go back in time at Nifong Park. 2900 E. Nifong Blvd. 58 acres History comes alive at the Frank G. Nifong Memorial Park, site of the Boone County Museum and Galleries, Maplewood Barn Community Theatre (www.maplewoodbarn. com), and Boone Junction, a historic village that includes the Maplewood House (circa 1877), the Gordon-Collins Log Cabin (circa 1820), the Easley Country Store, a replica of a turn-of-the-century Boone County landmark, and the Ryland Farm House (circa late 1800s). The Walters History Museum and Montminy Art Gallery is open from noon to 4:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. The village is available for guided tours by appointment, and for special events. Nifong Park also has a grass volleyball court, one reservable shelter with lights, electricity and a double barbecue grill, 17 picnic tables near the theater and pond, a 1.9-acre fishing pond, a creek and nature area, and a 1.3-mile trail that cuts through the wooded area of the park. It is also home of the annual Heritage Festival, which takes place the third weekend in September. Play a pickleball match at Rock Quarry Park. 2002 Grindstone Parkway 19 acres The two tennis courts at Rock Quarry Park are also marked for pickleball. This park has a practice field for baseball/ softball, plus one for soccer and a sand volleyball court. Amenities include a 0.6mile multiuse gravel trail and a reservable shelter, plus the Rock Quarry House, a ranch home that may be rented for meetings, birthday parties, weddings and other special events. The home offers three large rooms and a kitchen and can accommodate up to 50 people. For more information, call 573-874-7460. Soak up nature’s loveliness at Stephens Lake Park. 2001 E. Broadway 116 acres A beautiful setting, Stephens Lake Park features an 11-acre lake where visitors can swim (no lifeguards), fish, boat (no mo-

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tors allowed), play on three playgrounds and splash on a sprayground. A boardwalk connects to an island with its own shelter. The park has numerous other shelters, including one with a fire pit that is reservable outside the winter sports season. Winter is welcome at this park, which provides a hill for sledding and lake for ice skating when conditions permit. Park users may warm themselves around a bonfire in the shelter’s fire pit. Other attractions at this park include the Darwin and Axie Hindman Discovery Garden, the Children’s Grove, and two multiuse hard-surface trails — one trail encircles the lake and the other meanders around the perimeter of the park, going through both open and wooded areas. This park also has an amphitheater and the Riechmann Indoor Pavilion, which sits on a hilltop overlooking the park and lake. Constructed out of red cedar timbers, the pavilion offers a more than 2,000-squarefoot main room with a vaulted ceiling and scenic view through a large wall of windows. Reservations are accepted up to two years in advance for a maximum of 150 people. For more information, call 573874-7640. Let Fido run free at Twin Lakes Recreation Area. 2500 Chapel Hill Road 73.3 acres This recreation area is a doggie heaven, with the Lakeside Dog Park open from spring through fall. It is designed for all dogs and features a fishing lake where dogs are welcome to play and splash. The Paws Pond Dog Park is a fenced area for small dogs only (no more than 18 inches tall at the shoulder) and has a small pond. In the winter, the off-season dog park for all sizes is set up to safeguard dogs from falling through lake ice. But Twin Lakes isn’t just for the dogs. This park also offers Little Mates Cove, a children’s water park with slides, sprinklers, water cannons and falls. Other park amenities include a 19-acre lake for fishing and nonmotorized boating, one reservable shelter with lights and electricity, two picnic tables and a playground. The County House Trail goes through Twin Lakes and provides a connection to the MKT Trail.

Hit The Trails Columbia’s trails meander through parks and nature sanctuaries, along creeks and into wooded areas. They have a variety of surfaces for runners, walkers, wheelers and bicyclists and offer amenities such as water fountains, restrooms and bike repair stations. Find your perfect trail at www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec/Trails.

Indoor Action No matter the weather, Columbians can get active at the city’s Activity & Recreation Center, nicknamed the ARC. This 73,000-square-foot health club and fitness center offers an indoor leisure pool, a gymnasium, strength training equipment, cardio equipment, an indoor track, group exercise classes and much more. Hours are 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. The ARC is located at 1701 W. Ash St., phone 573-874-7700.

Gone Fishin’ Columbia has nine lakes/ponds for fishing. Lakes stocked by the Missouri Department of Conservation are marked with an asterisk. • Cosmo-Bethel,* 7 acres, 4500 Bethel St. • Twin Lakes,* 26 acres, 2500 Chapel Hill Road • Lake of the Woods,* 2 acres, 6700 St. Charles Road • Antimi,* 1.25 acres, Cosmo Park, 1615 Business Loop 70 W. • Stephens,* 11 acres, 2011 E. Broadway • Philips,* 40 acres, 5050 Bristol Lake Parkway • Nickell, 1.25 acres, 1800 Parkside Drive • Nifong, 1.5 acres, 2900 E. Nifong Blvd. • American Legion, 0.25 acres, 602 S. Legion Lane

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Gardens

In The Garden Take A Stroll In Nature’s Loveliness

BY ANITA NEAL HARRISON

See Columbia at its most beautiful with a visit to these gardens. Admission is free to all. Shelter Insurance Gardens 1817 W. Broadway 573-214-4595 www.shelterinsurance.com/aboutshelter/ sheltergardens Open: Year-round (except Christmas Day), 8 a.m. to dusk Accessibility: Partially wheelchair accessible. At Shelter Insurance Gardens, stoneand-wrought-iron gates open to six acres with more than 15,000 annuals and perennials and more than 300 varieties of trees and shrubs. Special features include a goldfish pond and waterfall, a rock garden, a rose garden, a shade garden, a sensory garden for the blind, a Vietnam veterans’ memorial and a replica 19th-century one-room schoolhouse. A representative of every variety of plant life in the gardens has botanical information listed for the species, including its scientific and common names. Shelter Insurance Gardens is a place for family picnics, weddings and a peaceful stroll. Summer brings the live music of local bands during the Shelter Garden Concert series on Sunday evenings. Mizzou Botanic Garden University of Missouri-Columbia 573-882-4240 http://gardens.missouri.edu Open: Year-round Guided tours: Available upon request for groups. Call 573-884-6307 or 573-882-1830. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible The Mizzou Botanic Garden covers

the entire University of Missouri campus. More than 6,000 trees and 20,000 perennials, bulbs and annuals enhance the beauty of the university’s historic architecture, artwork and sculptures. In the 705-plus acres of developed landscape to explore, there are 11 theme gardens, seven special

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plant collections (such as a Siberian iris garden, a coneflower garden and perennial phlox garden) and three tree trails. Garden maps are available online and at the Reynolds Alumni Center. Campus Facilities staff choose the plants for their beauty, adaptability to Missouri’s climate and their educational

value to students and visitors. Plants and trees are labeled. Darwin and Axie Hindman Discovery Garden 2001 E. Broadway www.gocolumbiamo.com — The garden’s page is under “Stephen’s Lake Park” in “Parks and Rec.” 573-874-7460 Open: Year-round 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible Dedicated in October 2012 as a tribute to Columbia’s longest-serving mayor and his wife, the Darwin and Axie Hindman Discovery Garden at Stephens Lake Park illustrates the impact of horticulture in human lives through a series of four themed gardens: Plant Communities, Grow to Know Your World, Council Ring, and Art and Science of Horticulture. The 2.3 acres can be leisurely toured in about a half-hour. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial at Battle Garden 800 W Stadium Blvd www.gocolumbiamo.com — The garden’s page is under “Trails” in “Parks and Rec.” 573-874-7460 Open: Year-round, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. The highlight of this garden is the Martin Luther King, Jr. monument that educates visitors on the life and words of this Civil Rights hero. There is a semi-circular earth mound built into the site, and the interior of the mound is faced with five circular steps formed with granite. The stone steps are smooth and invite sitting, creating a small amphitheater. On the top of the mound stand eight triangular upright columns. Plants of interest include specimen trees, such as weeping white pines, sunburst honeylocust and a flowering cherry tree planted in 1993 by visiting students from Columbia’s sister city of Hakusan, Japan. Other flowering plants include shrub roses, peonies and lilies. There is a reservable shelter with picnic tables. The garden can be leisurely toured in a half hour. INSIDE COLUMBIA’S SENIOR GUIDE 2015 - 2016

Gardens

Want To Join A Garden Club?

Friendship blooms in these local garden clubs. Columbia Garden Club

www.columbiagardenclub.org Meets at 1 p.m. the second Monday of each month (except July and August) at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 1600 W. Rollins Road. Activities include monthly tours or programs on garden-related topics, annual tours of members’ gardens and a Standard Flower Show for members to enter. Members also work on numerous community projects, such as conducting garden therapy with residents at The Bluffs and providing seeds and teaching gardening skills to patrons of The Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri. The Annual Plant Sale, Bake Sale and Garden Bazaar is open to the public and offers locally grown vegetable plants, large tomato plants, herbs, annuals, perennials, houseplants, shrubs and grasses, as well as baked goods and garden bazaar items. Annual dues are $20. For more information, contact Rita Gerke at 573-474-3393 or gerker@missouri.edu.

The Discovery Garden Club

www.sites.google.com/site/thediscoverygardenclub/ Meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the second Monday of the month (except December) at the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association Building, 2306 Bluff Creek Drive. The club offers informative meetings featuring local experts on a wide range of topics and also organizes educational field trips and garden tours. Together with the Columbia Public Library, the club sponsors an annual Winter Garden Forum for the community. Annual dues are $15 for an individual or $20 for a family. For more information, email discoverygardenclub@gmail.com.

Heart Of Missouri Master Gardeners

http://extension.missouri.edu/boone/mastergardeners.aspx Meets the third Tuesday of each month (except December) at 6 p.m., usually at the Boone County Extension office, 1012 N. Hwy. UU. The purpose of this organization is to assist the University of Missouri and Lincoln University with educating the general public on horticulture and gardening practices. Membership is limited to those who have successfully completed a University of Missouri Extension Master Gardener training course and who have paid Heart of Missouri Master Gardener Chapter dues and Missouri Master Gardener Association dues. The Master Gardener course can be taken either online or in a classroom setting. For more information about taking the class, contact Beth Carter at the Boone County Extension Office, carterbv@missouri.edu or 573-445-9792. v

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Dining Guide

Dining Deals Seniors Dine For Less At These Columbia Restaurants

BAR & GRILL CHEERLEADER PUB AND GRILL $-$$

1400 Cinnamon Hill Lane 573-442-6066 Hours: 11 am-11 pm daily www.cheerleaderpubandgrill.com Grab a bite to eat at this sports-themed pub and grill that will surely give you the feeling of the SEC. The menu offers some of the SEC city favorites, from Razorback Pork Belly Sliders to the Rebel Cajun Burger. Seniors are offered a 10 percent discount on their meals.

BARBECUE COMO SMOKE AND FIRE $-$$

ASIAN HUHOT MONGOLIAN GRILL $-$$ 3802 Buttonwood Drive 573-874-2000 Hours: 11 am-9 pm Sun-Thurs, 11 am-10 pm Fri-Sat www.huhot.com At this all-you-can-eat grill, diners can create their own delectable dishes. A buffet-style ingredients area allows patrons to put together their concoctions and watch it cook on the grill. Seniors 60 and older receive 30 percent off their meals on Mondays.

JINGO’S $-$$ 1202 E. Broadway 573-874-2530 Hours: 11 am-11 pm Mon-Tues, 11 am-2 am Wed-Sat, 11:30 am-10:30 pm Sun www.newjingos.com With steaming Chinese appetizers and entrées, Jingo’s restaurant serves up flavorful food in a fast manner. The locale also offers a 10 percent discount for seniors who dine in. 14

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4600 Paris Road, Suite 102 573-443-3473 Hours: 11 am-9 pm Mon-Thurs, 11 am-midnight Fri-Sat www.comosmokeandfire.com Smoked meat is Como Smoke and Fire’s specialty. From pork to brisket, turkey, chicken and ribs, you’ll find a variety of meat to choose from. Seniors 50 and older receive a 10 percent discount on their meals.

MEXICAN EL JIMADOR $ 3200 Penn Terrace 573-474-7300 Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–10:30 pm Fri–Sat, 11 am–9 pm Sun www.eljimador6.net Boasting queso dip, a large selection of fajitas and more, El Jimador welcomes diners into a warm atmosphere with traditional Mexican fare. Diners 60 years and older receive 10 percent off of bills more than $10.

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EL MAGUEY $-$$

901 E. Nifong Blvd. 573-874-3812 Hours: 11 am–10 pm Sun-Thurs, 11 am–10:30 pm Fri–Sat www.elmagueyofcolumbia.com From sizzling fajitas to toasty quesadillas, El Maguey offers authentic Mexican food for lunch and dinner seven days a week. With multiple locations and even more drink specials, El Maguey has something for everyone. Seniors receive 15 percent off of their orders.

EL TIGRE $-$$$

10 W. Nifong Blvd., Suite M 573-442-2983 Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Sat, 11 am–8 pm Sun www.eltigrecolumbia.com From tableside guacamole to specialty margaritas, El Tigre pleases diners with refreshing flavors and over-the-top customer service. Plus, 10 big-screen TVs ensure diners don’t miss any sports action, whether dining indoors or on the covered patio. Seniors 65 and older receive 20 percent off their bills.

LA SIESTA MEXICAN CUISINE $-$$

33 N. Ninth St. 573-449-8788 Hours: 11 am–midnight Mon–Wed, 11 am–2 am Thurs–Sat, 11 am–8 pm Sun 3890 Range Line St., Suite 115 573-228-9844 Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Wed, 11 am–10:30 pm Thurs–Sat, 11 am–8 pm Sun 2513 Old 63 S. 573-397-6486 Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Wed, 11 am–10:30 pm Thurs–Sat, 11 am–8 pm Sun www.lasiestamex.com Enjoy delicious Mexican food with dine-in, carry-out and delivery options. The La Siesta menu features lunch specials, combination meals, soups, fajitas, quesadillas and an outstanding drink and liquor selection. Seniors 65 and older receive 5 percent off their orders.

LA TERRAZA GRILL $-$$ 128 E. Nifong Blvd., Suite B 573-445-9444 Hours: 11 am–10 pm Mon–Thurs, 11 am–10:30 pm Fri–Sat, 11 am–9 pm Sun www.LTMexican.com Authentic Mexican cuisine at an affordable price can be found at La Terraza Grill. With both indoor and outdoor seating, La Terraza invites diners to enjoy fresh air alongside fresh flavors. Seniors can order lunch for only $4.99 or receive $2 off their bills.

SOUTHERN & HOMESTYLE JJ’S CAFE $

600 Business Loop 70 W. 573-442-4773 Hours: 6:30 am–2 pm daily www.jjscafe.net With “Food So Great You’ll Scrape Your Plate,” patrons at JJ’s Café enjoy all-you-can-eat specials and are invited to dine in or carry out. Among the favorite dishes? The No. 6, JJ’s homemade biscuits and gravy. Seniors enjoy their own specially priced menu. 16

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LEE’S FAMOUS RECIPE CHICKEN $-$$$$ 2316 Paris Road 573-474-5337 2200 W. Ash St., Suite 102 573-445-6650 Hours: 10 am–9 pm Sun–Thurs, 10 am–10 pm Fri–Sat www.showmelees.com Cooking up legendary fried chicken since 1966, Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken is never frozen and is hand-breaded, honeydipped and pressure-cooked. Don’t forget to add one of its legendary side dishes. Patrons 65 years and older, or those who present an AARP card, benefit from a 10 percent discount on their meals.

MIDWAY FAMILY RESTAURANT $-$$

6401 Highway 40 W. 573-445-6542 Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week www.midwayexpo.com This 24-hour restaurant has both a big menu and a “Big-70 Challenge”: Seven buttery biscuits, 70 ounces of sausage, two servings of hash browns and four pieces of bacon are served in two pig bowls for challengers to attempt to finish. Only one challenger has succeeded out of the roughly 50 who have tried. Senior diners (challengers included) who are 55 years and older can enjoy a 10 percent discount on their meals.

PERCHE CREEK CAFÉ $

6751 Highway 40 W. 573-446-7400 Hours: 6 am–2 pm Mon–Sat, 7 am–noon Sun www.perchecreekcafe.com While the locals have their regular tables, less frequent or even new diners are always welcome at Perche Creek Café. Open for breakfast or lunch, the café also is home to meetings of the Perche Creek Yacht Club, an informal social club with members located worldwide. Senior diners receive a 10 percent discount on their meals. v ID required for discounts. All deals subject to change.

CRIPPS & SIMMONS, L.L.C. 1109 Club Village Drive, Suite 101, Columbia, MO 65203 573-447-3355 • www.crippsandsimmons.com • info@crippsandsimmons.com

he attorneys at Cripps & Simmons empower clients through individualized service. “We believe every client deserves individual attention and services that meet their specific situation,” says firm member Helen Cripps. “We strive to educate our clients so they can make informed decisions about their affairs.” The firm provides comprehensive estate planning and elder law services, including drafting and implementing wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and health care directives. The firm also assists clients with guardianships and conservatorships when needed, and can provide resources and assistance to clients who are planning for long term care. The firm is proficient in probate and trust administration, including fiduciary tax, accounting and litigation services. The attorneys are members of the Mid-Missouri Estate Planning Council and the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, and are accredited to practice p actice before the IRS and pr

the Department of Veterans Affairs. Helen Cripps, a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Law, has been practicing law since 1989, following a clerkship with the Missouri Supreme Court. Jason Simmons, a graduate of Washburn University School of Law and the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, where he earned his LLM in taxation, joined Helen in 2003, and became a partner with her in 2006. Helen and Jason are available to speak to civic organizations about estate planning, probate avoidance, business planning and other related topics. If your group or organization is interested, please call for more information. The services at Cripps and Simmons are open to all individuals and businesses of any size, and the attorneys welcome the opportunity to visit with prospective clients. Consultations are available by appointment, including incl in clud udin ingg hospital hosp ho spitital al and and home hom omee visits visi vi sits ts ifif needed. need ne eded ed..

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Culture & Entertainment

Bravo, Columbia! Your Guide To Culture And Entertainment In Columbia

Looking for some culture to broaden your horizons? You’ve come to the right place. No matter the season, there are always festivals, performances and events to experience. So get started filling in that calendar and pencil in these CoMo favorites.

Celebrate With Festivals

Lively festivals flourish year-round in Columbia, attracting thousands of visitors from all across the country. The late-winter True/ False Film Fest, put on by the nonprofit organization behind Ragtag Cinema, attracts crowds from across the country to view the finest in independent documentaries. On Memorial Day weekend, the free twoday Salute To Veterans air show brings excitement to the skies over Columbia Regional Airport. In June, check out Art in the Park, presented by the Columbia Art League. The event, midMissouri’s oldest and largest art festival, features more than 100 artists at Stephens Lake Park. Independence Day brings Columbia’s annual Fire in the Sky celebration, offering live entertainment, children’s activities, concessions and a spectacular fireworks show. Want a fun time with the grandkids? Head out to Family Fun Fest in Cosmo Park every third Wednesday. In September, step back in time at the Heritage Festival at Nifong Park. You’ll encounter 19th-century-themed characters, gifts and entertainment. Later in the month, join tens of thousands of music lovers for the annual Roots N Blues N BBQ music festival in Stephens Lake Park. Past performers include Dwight Yoakum, Roseanne Cash, Mavis Staples, Al Green and Taj Mahal. In October, Inside Columbia magazine hosts its annual Wine & 18

True False Film Festival Food Festival, featuring wines from around the world and culinary creations from the best chefs in town. In November, the Citizen Jane Film Festival highlights independent films made by women in hopes of improving the representation of women in the film industry. When it’s time to ring in the New Year, come to Columbia and celebrate community at Columbia Eve Fest; the downtown fills with activities and entertainment for the whole family.

See A Show

The historic Missouri Theatre at 203 S. Ninth St. offers shows ranging from the Missouri Symphony Orchestra and the University Philharmonic to nationally recognized bands and speakers. Some events at the Missouri Theatre are part of the University Concert Series. The organization brings traveling productions of Broadway’s most famous shows, as well as a wide range of dance groups, musicians and comedians. Concert series performances also take place in Jesse Auditorium on the University of Missouri campus. Columbia’s higher education institutions deliver student and faculty productions at the University of Missouri’s Rhynsburger Theatre and Corner Playhouse, and at Stephens College’s Playhouse and Warehouse Theatre. Those who prefer to be on stage instead

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of in the audience have several outlets for creativity. Columbia Entertainment Company, 1800 Nelwood Drive, is a nonprofit community theater entertaining residents with popular musicals and plays. Outdoor Maplewood Barn Community Theatre, 2900 E. Nifong Blvd., is Columbia’s “theater under the stars,” providing the perfect summer evening out with family or friends. There are also opportunities for youngsters through TRYPS and PACE, two local theater companies for kids. Up for a short drive? Then visit the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre in the National Historic Landmark village of Arrow Rock, about 45 minutes from Columbia. The professional theater attracts top-notch talent from across the country and stages plays and musicals from June through September.

Listen Live

If you’re in the mood for live music, The Blue Note, 17 N. Ninth St., is de rigueur. The venue has been around for 35 years and brings a wide range of local and national acts. The Blue Note also hosts 9th Street Summerfest, a series of outdoor concerts downtown. The Missouri Symphony Society offers summertime entertainment with its Hot Summer Nights Festival, a six-week

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DISCOVER THE WORLD AND MORE AT THE COLUMBIA PUBLIC LIBRARY From its unique exterior to its inspiring artwork and collection of more than half a million books and recordings, there is plenty to see, hear and read at the Columbia Public Library. Here are some of the perks of visiting 100 W. Broadway. Artwork: The artwork begins with the building’s striking architecture, accented by an abstract sculpture at the entrance and more sculptures in the Gene Martin Secret Garden. Interior art includes murals by local elementary students and frequent art and photography exhibits. Programs: The library offers programs for children, for teens, for families and for seniors. There are programs to spark the imagination, spark a career and spark community togetherness. Browse events online by date and interest. Book Sales: The volunteer group Friends of the Columbia Public Library regularly holds book sales with 100 percent of proceeds going to the library. The Friends hold four big sales a year, plus lobby sales on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Meeting Rooms: Nonprofit groups can reserve meeting rooms for free. The largest meeting room, the Friends Room, can accommodate up to 100 people with nine large and two small tables, up to 100 chairs, a small kitchenette and a retractable projector screen. Two smaller conference rooms that accommodate up to 20 people each are also available; in addition, there are several small study rooms. Computers: Not only do the library’s computers offer free Internet access and popular Microsoft Office programs, but patrons also receive free access to subscription-based research and educational sites such as Universal Class and Ancestry. com. The library also offers free computer classes on topics ranging from “Facebook Fundamentals” to “Checking Out Library eBooks.” Explore more of what the Columbia Public Library has to offer at www.dbrl.org.

Roots N Blues N BBQ concert series with both ticketed and free events. The free Concerts in the Gardens at Shelter Gardens, 1817 W. Broadway, showcases beloved local acts on Sunday evenings in June and July. Many Columbia venues feature intimate settings. Rose Music Hall (formerly Mojo’s), 1013 Park Ave., Café Berlin, 220 N. Tenth St., and The Bridge, 1020 E. Walnut St., are three popular spots for up-and-coming musicians, both local and out-of-state. Unity of Columbia, 1600 W. Broadway, is host to the Lydaco Concert Series, which offers listening room shows featuring touring professional songwriters from around the country Whiskey Wild Saloon (2508 Paris Rd.), Snorty Horse Saloon (1624 Jade Road) and Nash Vegas (929 E. Broadway) are local establishments catering exclusively to country tastes. Jazz fans should check out the schedule for the “We Always Swing” Jazz Series, a nonprofit organization that brings some of the nation’s best jazz artists to the city. Murry’s Restaurant, 3107 Green Meadows Way, is another favorite spot for late-night jazz.

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particularly in Columbia. Start downtown at Artlandish Gallery, 1019 E. Walnut St., for art, fine crafts and workshops. After perusing featured pieces, take the colorful, painted steps downstairs to experience the Catacombs, which houses paintings, jewelry and even tie-dyed T-shirts created and sold by local artists. Just up the block, check out Orr Street Studios, 106 Orr St. Artist Chris Teeter created the venue’s interior doors — each tells a different story. Occasionally, the doors are open to reveal artists’ studios; you’ll be able to interact with the artists and perhaps even buy a piece of their work to take home. Also downtown are the Columbia Art League, 207 S. Ninth St., and The PS Gallery, 1025 E. Walnut St.; at both venues, visitors find unique and often local pieces on display and for sale. Nearby, the University of Missouri offers the McDougall Gallery with exhibits exploring photojournalism, the George Caleb Bingham Gallery featuring contemporary art exhibitions by national and international artists, as well as MU students and faculty, and the Craft Studio Gallery exhibiting the work of MU students, faculty, staff and local artists. The State Historical Society of Missouri is also located

on the MU campus; its galleries on the ground floor of Elmer Ellis Library display rotating exhibits with selected paintings by George Caleb Bingham and Thomas Hart Benton on permanent display. At Mizzou North, 115 Business Loop 70 W., the Cast Gallery of the university’s Museum of Art and Archaeology, hosts a remarkable collection of casts of major works. Stephens College also contributes to the gallery scene with the Davis Art Gallery, exhibiting works by professional guest artists, faculty and students. Columbia College houses the Greg Hardwick Gallery, displaying 3-D and nontraditional media including video, and the Sidney Larson Gallery, presenting exhibits by professional artists, students and faculty. South of town, the Boone County Historical Society showcases the work of local, regional and state artists in the Montminy Art Gallery, 3801 Ponderosa St. All across Columbia, local businesses have art collections worth encountering. See how easy it is to mix business with pleasure at Boone County National Bank, 720 E. Broadway, Landmark Bank, 801 E. Broadway, and Boone Hospital Center, 1600 E. Broadway.

Visit A Museum Expand your view of the human experience with trips to Columbia museums. Explore ancient to modern cultures from around the globe at the Museum of Art and Archaeology, the third-largest visual arts museum in Missouri, and then dig deep into Missouri’s past at the university’s Museum of Anthropology; exhibits focus on American Indian cultures and Missouri’s history from 11,200 years ago to the present. Both museums are located at Mizzou North, 115 Business Loop 70 W. Discover more local history at the Boone County Museum and Galleries, 3801 Ponderosa St., which includes the 1877 Maplewood House, the Village at Boone Junction, the Walters History Museum, the Montminy Art Gallery and a genealogy library. For a fashionable view of times past, take a tour of the Stephens College Costume Museum & Research Library, which has nearly 13,000 items in its collection. The museum’s Historic Costume Gallery hosts two public exhibits each year. v INSIDE COLUMBIA’S SENIOR GUIDE 2015 - 2016

Sports

Game On!

Both Athletes And Sports Fans Have A Ball In Columbia

Check out the many ways to be either a spectator or a participant in Columbia’s sports scene. SPECTATE

The Columbia sports scene revolves around the University of Missouri. Mizzou is a Division I member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, with more than 500 student-athletes competing on 18 varsity teams. Watch football, cross-country, women’s soccer and women’s volleyball in the fall. Enjoy wrestling, basketball, women’s gymnastics, and swimming and diving during the winter. Baseball, softball, track and field, and golf take place each spring. The women’s tennis team competes year-round. In 2012, Mizzou left the Big 12 athletic conference to join the Southeastern Conference, where 17 Tiger teams compete. The Tigers were proud to show their new rivals the impressive facilities in the Mizzou Sports Park, which includes Memorial Stadium, Mizzou Arena, the Hearnes Center, the Mizzou Aquatic Center and the Audrey J. Walton Track Stadium. The 2013 women’s volleyball team won Mizzou’s first SEC championship in any sport, and the Tiger football team claimed the 2013 and 2014 SEC East titles. Because the SEC does not participate in wrestling, MU grapplers compete in the Mid-American Conference. The wrestling team has won the MAC tournament title the last three seasons. Visit www.mutigers.com for more information about Mizzou sports schedules and facilities. Columbia College is home to 15 varsity sports in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics: men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross-country, men’s and women’s golf, men’s and women’s indoor and outdoor track, men’s and women’s soccer, softball, women’s volleyball and baseball, which will start in the fall of 2016. The Cougars

belong to the American Midwest Conference. Both the men’s and women’s cross country teams and the women’s soccer team won the AMC championship in 2014. Visit www.columbiacougars.com for more information. Stephens College is also an NAIA member competing in the American Midwest Conference. The Stars sponsor eight sports including basketball, competitive dance, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis and volleyball. During the 2014-15 academic year, Stephens introduced competitive dance as its newest varsity program. Visit www.stephensstars.com to learn more. PARTICIPATE The Show-Me State Games are an Olympic-style athletics festival featuring more than 40 sports for all ages and ability levels. The majority of events take place in June and July, but others occur in different months to promote health, fitness, family and fun year-round. A part of the

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Show-Me State Games, the Missouri State Senior Games take place in June. This Olympic-style sports festival gives individuals 50 and older the chance to compete for medals in a wide variety of sports and skill contests, from throwing horseshoes to racing in a triathlon. Find out more at www.smsg.org. The Columbia Track Club hosts many running events throughout the year, including the Heart of America marathon. The challenging 26.2-mile race, which takes place each Labor Day, is the fourtholdest marathon in the country. The Columbia Multisport Club is a great way to get involved with the local triathlon crowd. The group offers training events and supports local races. TriZou, a sprint triathlon that occurs each May, is one of the most popular pool-swim triathlons in the country. Learn the best cycling routes in town via either the Columbia Bicycle Club or Big Tree Cycling Team. Bike shops such as Cyclextreme, Walt’s and Tryathletics also offer organized group rides. v

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Golf Guide

Fore Sure!

Mid-Missouri golfers have the luxury of choosing from a variety of golf courses for every skill level and budget. Whether you’re a scratch golfer or a first-timer, there are plenty of options for you and your friends.

PUBLIC COURSES

•••••••••••••••• A.L. GUSTIN GOLF COURSE 18 Stadium Blvd. 573-882-6016 www.gustingolfcourse.com Public, open year-round Just minutes from the University of Missouri campus, A.L. Gustin Golf Course has been a golfing destination for students and the community since 1959. The par 70 is known for its hills, which add to the challenge and aesthetics of the course. Gustin is also the golf home of the Show-Me State Games and the Phil Cotton Invitational, one of the state’s premier amateur tournaments. Directions: From Faurot Field, go west on Stadium Boulevard. Turn left onto Carrie Francke Drive. Gustin will be on the right. Tees: Black – 6,492; Gold – 5,839; White – 4,662 Hazards: Water, bunkers, tree-lined Dress Code: Soft spikes and collared shirts required Lessons Available: Two pros are available for individual or group lessons. Most Challenging Hole: “I think the most challenging hole at Gustin is No. 3,” head golf professional Jim Knoesel says. “From the back tee, it is 445 yards doglegging from left to right. From the tee, there are woods right and trees/bunkers left. The green is small with a bunker front right. The prevailing wind is normally in your face. The hole requires four quality shots to walk away with a par. Both holes are long

par 4s, so a strong drive is crucial.” Other Amenities: Pro shop, snack bar, driving range, putting green, oncourse shelter housing Pricing: MU students, faculty and staff pay $21 during the week and $25 on weekends. The public pays $25 on weekdays and $31 on weekends. Twilight, junior and senior prices are also available. Carts: $9 per rider for nine holes; $14 per rider for 18 holes Club Rental: $10 for nine holes; $15 for 18 holes Pay: Cash, check, credit card; student charge accepted in the pro shop

EAGLE KNOLL GOLF COURSE 5757 E. Eagle Knoll Drive, Hartsburg 800-909-0564; 573-761-4653 for tee times www.eagleknoll.com Public, open year-round Golf Digest gives 4½ stars to this par-72 course. Opened in 1996, upscale Eagle Knoll is a challenging and beautiful course with its hills, gorges and wetlands. Just about 20 miles from Columbia, it’s a quick drive for a nice day on the links. Golf Digest has also ranked Eagle Knoll third for Best Value in the Nation and eighth in Pace of Play. Directions: From the junction of Interstate 70 and U.S. 63, drive about 19 miles south on U.S. 63. Take the exit at the Eagle Knoll billboard, and turn left onto Mount Pleasant Road. Continue to the Eagle Knoll entrance on East Eagle Knoll Drive. Tees: Gold – 6,920; Blue – 6,667; White – 6,186; Green — 5,603; Red – 5,174 Hazards: Water, bunkers Dress Code: Soft spikes and collared shirts required Lessons Available: Lessons are available by appointment. Pay $35 for a half-hour lesson, or buy a series of four half-hour lessons for $120. Most Challenging Hole: No. 17, says pro shop manager Bill Vaughn. It’s a par-5 double dogleg. Other Amenities: Pro shop, snack

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bar, driving range, putting green, locker rooms Pricing: $25 for nine holes and $45 for 18 holes on weekdays; $20 for nine holes after 2 p.m. and $55 for 18 holes on weekends; twilight, junior and senior prices available Carts: Included in greens fees Club Rental: $10 for nine holes; $20 for 18 holes Pay: Cash, check, credit card

HAIL RIDGE GOLF COURSE 17511 Highway 87, Boonville 660-882-2223 www.hailridgegolf.com Public, open year-round Since its construction in 2005, this 18-hole public course has become a favorite among mid-Missouri golfers. The beautiful fairways are great for a friendly round with friends or a tournament with the office. With three sets of tees, golfers of all skill levels can play the course. Directions: The course is just off Interstate 70 at Exit 106, next to the Jesse Viertel Memorial Airport. Tees: Blues – 6,516; Whites – 5,982; Reds – 5,061 Hazards: Water, bunkers Dress Code: No cut-off shirts; soft spikes or tennis shoes only Lessons Available: Free lessons are available on Tuesday evenings for golfers 18 and younger; email or call for prices, or to reserve a time for private lessons. Most Challenging Hole: “The most challenging hole is probably No. 17,” says Jacob Rapp, owner and manager of Hail Ridge. “It’s a long par 3 with an odd-shaped green.” Other Amenities: Pro shop, driving range, practice green, full-service bar, ballroom

Pricing: $25 for 18 holes during the week (Monday through Sunday from November to February); $26 on weekends; twilight fees begin after 3 p.m. Carts: $17; $10 for pull-cart rental Club Rental: $15 Pay: Cash, checks, credit/debit

LAKE OF THE WOODS 6700 St. Charles Road 573-474-7011 www.gogolflow.com Public, open year-round Lake of the Woods is a par-71 golf course for all levels of play, whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newbie. Built back in the 1930s as a nine-hole course, Lake of the Woods has seen several renovations, most notably in the early ’70s when it upgraded to 18 holes. The fairways updated recently. The relatively flat course, with easyto-walk rolling hills, reconstructed two greens in May 2011. Directions: Take Interstate 70 to the Lake of the Woods exit east of Columbia. Turn north at St. Charles Road. Stay on St. Charles Road until you reach Lake of the Woods. Tees: Blue – 6,378; White – 6,084; Red – 4,901 Hazards: Bunkers, tree-lined, water Dress Code: No dress code, but collared shirts are preferred; soft spikes or tennis shoes only Lessons Available: Lessons are available at Columbia’s other city course, L.A. Nickell. Most Challenging Hole: No. 6 provides a challenge because of its length and water in play, says recreation specialist Andrew Baier. Trees also line both sides of the area, creating a tricky approach shot and a small green to target. Other Amenities: Pool, snack bar, two practice greens Pricing: $17 for adults, $14 for seniors on weekdays; $22 for adults and seniors on weekends; junior and twilight prices available Carts: $6 per person for nine holes; $12 per person for 18 holes Club Rental: $10 Pay: Cash, check, credit card (Master Card, Visa and Discover)

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Golf Guide L.A. NICKELL GOLF COURSE 1800 Parkside Drive 573-445-4213 www.gogolflan.com Public, open year-round Columbia’s second municipal course, L.A. Nickell, has been around since 1951; the course underwent a series of renovations last year. Now with three sets of tees, players of all experience levels will make the most of their time on this par 70. The front nine of the course is ideal for junior players, but advanced golfers will still find the course satisfying because of the choice of tees and water play on six different holes. Directions: From the intersection of Interstate 70 and Stadium Boulevard, follow Stadium north for 1 mile. The course will be on your right. Tees: Blue – 6,335; White – 5,869; Red – 4,771 Hazards: Water Dress Code: No dress code, but collared shirts are preferred; soft spikes or tennis shoes required; only one player per bag Lessons Available: Lessons throughout the year are contracted out. Contact the course for more information. Most Challenging Hole: It’s a toss-up between No. 4 and No. 15. Recreation specialist Andrew Baier says the length of No. 4, a par 4, is tricky; others may find No. 15 to be a very narrow shot. Other Amenities: Driving range, two practice greens, snack bar Pricing: $17 for adults, $14 for seniors on weekdays; $22 for adults and seniors on weekends; junior and twilight prices available Carts: $6 per rider for nine holes Club Rental: $10 Pay: Cash, check, credit card (Master Card, Visa and Discover) PERCHE CREEK GOLF CLUB 5500 W. Van Horn Tavern Road 573-445-7546 www.perchecreek.com While the adults practice their short game on Perche Creek’s par-3, 18-hole course or the driving range, any kids along for the outing can enjoy other attractions, such as mini-golf, batting cages and go-karts for affordable prices. The golf club allows night play until 9 p.m. on pleasant evenings, usually starting in May, and offers its facilities to anyone looking to host a tournament or event. Perche Creek also includes a pro shop for all golfer needs, as well as club fitting and repair services. 26

Directions: Drive west of Columbia on Interstate 70 to Exit 121. Follow the ramp toward MO-UU, then turn left onto U.S. 40. Turn right onto MO-UU, then turn left onto West Van Horn Tavern Road. Tees: One tee per hole; distance ranges from 80 to 160 yards Hazards: Water Dress Code: No dress code Lessons Available: Lessons available by appointment; $40 for one half-hour, $60 for an hour, $99 per person for a 3½-hour session for a group of four to six people Most Challenging Hole: Hole No. 16 is known as the “signature hole.” Other Amenities: Driving range, full pro shop Pricing: $12 on weekdays, $14 on weekends; $9 for students and seniors Carts: $2 for pull-cart rental Club Rental: $6 for the par 3; free club rental for the driving range Pay: Cash, check, credit RAILWOOD GOLF CLUB 12925 County Road 4037, Holts Summit 573-896-4653 www.railwoodgolf.com Public, open year-round Owned by San Francisco 49er and former University of Missouri football standout Justin Smith, Railwood Golf Course is another good option for your Saturday morning round. With Railwood Creek, Nieman’s Creek and other waterways running through the course, the Holts Summit spot is a nice change if you’ve mastered all the clubs in Columbia. Directions: Take U.S. 63 South, which becomes Missouri 94 South. Turn left onto County Road 4037. Continue on County Road 4037 until you reach the clubhouse on the left. Tees: Pro Tee – 6,664; Championship Tee – 6,204 Hazards: Water, bunkers Dress Code: Relaxed dress code, but no muscle shirts or tank tops Lessons Available: No lessons available Most Challenging Hole: No. 12, says general manager Jim Johnson. The hole may be short, but the dogleg left is tough for all. Other Amenities: Driving range, snack bar, pro shop, viewing deck Pricing: $29 for 18 holes with cart; $15 for nine holes with cart; check website for additional rates

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Carts: $5 rider fee for nine holes; $10 rider fee for 18 holes Club Rental: $10 Pay: Cash, check, credit card

PRIVATE COURSES

•••••••••••••••• THE CLUB AT OLD HAWTHORNE 6221 E. Broadway 573-442-5280 www.oldhawthorne.com Private; a member must accompany nonmembers Opened in 2007, The Club at Old Hawthorne is the newest golf course in Columbia. The 220-acre course, which used to be a horse farm, is also the home of the Mizzou Tiger men’s and women’s golf teams, who have their own practice area on the expansive 22-acre practice facility. The Tigers’ multimillion-dollar teaching facility, Walsworth Family Golf Center, opened at Old Hawthorne in 2013. Directions: Take Exit 128A off Interstate 70 and continue on U.S. 63 South for 1 mile. Exit at WW/Broadway and turn left. Follow WW east for about 3 miles — the Community of Old Hawthorne is on the left. Tees: Tournament – 7,221; Back – 6,723; Middle – 6,234; Intermediate – 5,595; Forward – 4,732 Hazards: Water, bunkers and native grass Dress Code: No denim and collared shirts; no metal spikes Lessons Available: Junior, individual and group lessons available with one of Old Hawthorne’s four instructors; junior and women’s clinics also offered Most Challenging Hole: The course claims No. 9 as its most difficult hole. If you’re playing from the back tees, the par 5 is 575 yards uphill, and the large green makes it tough to estimate yardage. Other Amenities: 22-acre practice area with driving range, chipping green, putting green and wedge area; golf shop; snack bar at No. 10; locker rooms by the pool Pricing: Membership dues and guest fees; members must accompany guests ($45 for guests weekdays/$55 weekends) Carts: $17 for 18 holes; $10 for 9 holes Club Rental: No cost to members Pay: Credit/debit card; member charges only

COLUMBIA COUNTRY CLUB 2210 N. Country Club Drive 573-449-4115 www.columbiacc.net Private; public only allowed with member invitation; has reciprocity with other clubs With a front nine that dates back to 1921, CCC was the first private club in Columbia. It’s still a favorite, thanks to its wooded fairways and fast greens. With three par 3s and two par 5s on the back nine, one local golfer calls it challenging but fun. Directions: From downtown Columbia, take Broadway east and then turn north onto Old 63. Turn right onto Country Club Drive and continue until you reach the clubhouse. Tees: Whites – 4,659; Silver – 5,445; Black – 6,070; Gold – 6,627 Hazards: Water, bunkers Dress Code: Collared shirts and soft spikes required; no jeans Lessons Available: Available by appointment, lessons range from $30 to $50 for one hour. Most Challenging Hole: No. 14, says PGA apprentice Zach Herzog. It’s a dogleg right with a huge bunker and a small green, so mastering this par 4 is tricky. Other Amenities: Driving range, practice green, restaurant, snack bar, pool, full ballroom, full bar, massage room Pricing: $50 for nonmembers during peak season Carts: $12 for nine holes, $17 for 18 holes Club Rental: $25 Pay: Cash, credit card; no checks from nonmembers

COUNTRY CLUB OF MISSOURI 1300 Woodrail Ave. 573-442-1310 www.ccmo.net Private; guests must be accompanied or sponsored by a member The Country Club of Missouri is Columbia’s only member-owned country club. Founded in 1971, it is located on the southwest side of town. The par-72 golf course features zoysia fairways and a completely renovated back nine, plus 18 brand-new bluegrass rough and bentgrass greens. This setup provides a tough challenge for low-handicap golfers while remaining playable and enjoyable for higher handicaps of all ages and genders. The golf facilities include a driving range, short-game area and putting green. INSIDE COLUMBIA’S SENIOR GUIDE 2015 - 2016

Golf Guide Directions: From Interstate 70, take the Stadium Boulevard exit and turn south. Continue on Stadium for about 2 miles, passing the Columbia Mall, and then turn right onto Forum Boulevard. The Country Club of Missouri is on the right at the top of the hill. Tees: Red – 5,015; White –5,778; Blue–6,018; Gold – 6,713 Hazards: Lake, ponds, creeks, sand bunkers Dress Code: Country club attire required (no denim allowed and must wear a collared shirt) Lessons Available: Members only Most Challenging Hole: The tee shot at No. 17 is over a large lake, so the par 4 requires some strategy. “If you’re not a long hitter you have to go around the lake,” says pro shop manager Jason Conner. “If you can hit it big, go right at the green, but you had better hit it well.” Other Amenities: Practice green, driving range, restaurant, snack bar, tennis courts, swimming pool, fitness facility, dining room, lounge, banquet facility Pricing: $60 for a guest playing 18 holes with a member, $80 for a nonmember from a reciprocating club Carts: $18 Club Rental: $25 Pay: Cash, credit card; members have charge accounts

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•••••••••••••••••••• THE CLUB AT PORTO CIMA 133 Club House Drive, Sunrise Beach 573-964-3100 www.portocima.com Distance From Columbia: 74 miles Amenities: 14-acre driving range, two practice greens, multiple practice bunkers, pitching and chipping green, restaurant, fitness facilities, yacht club with pool, tennis courts, member docking and marina clubhouse Good To Know: This par-72 course at Lake of the Ozarks is the only Jack Nicklaus Signature course in Missouri. The course, which opened in 2000, has seven holes that play on or along the Lake. That might be why Golf Digest ranked the course No. 4 for the best new private golf club to open in the country for 2000-2001. It was also voted the No. 1 golf course in Missouri by the Missouri Golf Association in 2011. 28

HERITAGE HILLS GOLF COURSE 3534 Highway JJ, Moberly 660-269-8659 www.heritagehillsgolfcourse.com Distance From Columbia: 48 miles Other Amenities: Practice putting green, snack bar, lockers in each restroom Good To Know: Heritage Hills has undergone several renovations since its opening in 1918, including a brand-new clubhouse. There are special promotions on Mondays. On weekend mornings, the course is not very busy; Head Pro Kit Tennyson suggests players come out and get a nice round in before noon. Heritage Hills also has reciprocation deals with surrounding area courses. JEFFERSON CITY COUNTRY CLUB 516 S. Country Club Drive, Jefferson City 573-893-3306 www.jeffersoncitycountryclub.com Distance From Columbia: 34 miles Amenities: Two restaurants, tennis courts, pool, pro shop Good To Know: Cautious about venturing out to a new course? You might not have to travel as far as you think. The Jefferson City Country Club’s website offers a virtual tour for golfers interested in the lay of the land. Guests are only a click away from detailed maps, descriptions and tips for each hole using the interactive scorecard. MEADOW LAKE ACRES COUNTRY CLUB 2600 Meadow Lake Drive, New Bloomfield 573-491-3356 www.mlacc.org Distance From Columbia: 28 miles Amenities: Heated pool and deck, banquet hall, pro shop Good To Know: Although every hole at Meadow Lake Acres will challenge and thrill any golfer, its self-proclaimed signature hole is No. 6, a par 3. It demands great accuracy and nerves of steel, but a player courageous enough to conquer the water will have a successful round. TANGLEWOOD PUBLIC GOLF COURSE 818 Golf Drive, Fulton 573-642-7277 www.tanglewoodfulton.com Distance From Columbia: 25 miles Amenities: Pro shop, driving range, bar and snack bar Good To Know: A par-72 course located in Fulton since 1997, Tanglewood was designed by Jerry Loomis. Its rolling hills and

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gorgeous fairways are perfect for the annual tournaments it hosts for a variety of midMissouri golfers, ranging from corporate outings to charity organizations. The course also offers practice facilities for the rusty golfer looking to step up the swing. TURKEY CREEK GOLF CENTER 1616 Oil Well Road, Jefferson City 573-636-7833 www.turkeycreekgolfcenter.com Distance From Columbia: 30 miles Amenities: Pro shop, driving range, minigolf, clubhouse with snack bar Good To Know: Turkey Creek boasts both a golfer’s haven and a fun, family environment. In addition to the par-3 course, there’s a lighted driving range for night play, as well as a pro shop for golfers looking to lighten their wallets. Mini-golf is also available for parents and kids alike to enjoy for $6.25. Turkey Creek’s Clubhouse offers burgers, hot dogs and ice cream. v

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Daytrips

Happy Trails

Sample Wine Country On Missouri’s Wine Trails BY KATHY CASTEEL PHOTOS COURTESY OF MISSOURI WINE & GRAPE BOARD

Add a vineyard experience to your daytrip plans with a visit to Missouri wine country. Nearly half of Missouri’s 128 wineries are organized into 10 regional wine trails. Some are big, some are small — there’s bound to be a route tailor-made for your tastes.

MISSOURI RIVER WINE TRAIL The Big Muddy links half a dozen wineries in Columbia’s backyard. Wine trail members include Les Bourgeois Vineyards in Rocheport, The Cooper’s Oak Winery in Boonville and Higbee, Bushwhacker Bend Winery in Glasgow, Serenity Valley Winery near Millersburg, Canterbury Hill Winery in Holts Summit and Westphalia Vineyards in Westphalia. Vino Vibe: Find spectacular blufftop views at Les Bourgeois and Canterbury Hill; check out the adjacent A&K Cooperage at Cooper’s Oak; enjoy the riverbank ambience of Bushwhacker Bend; relax lakeside at Serenity Valley; sample no-added-sulfite wines at Westphalia. Trail Events: Tip O’ The Glass, an Irish celebration in March; Chill Outing, ice cream and toppings paired with wine in July; Sip & Soup, a November wine and soup pairing Find Out More: www.missouririverwinetrail.com

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HERMANN WINE TRAIL Home to some of the oldest wineries in Missouri, Hermann’s German heritage offers seasonal festivals among closely located wineries with stunning views. Members include Hermann wineries Adam Puchta, Stone Hill, OakGlenn and Hermannhof with the adjacent Dierberg Star Lane tasting room, plus Bias Vineyards & Winery in Berger and Röbller Winery in New Haven. Vino Vibe: Sample the best Norton in the state at Stone Hill; savor the history at Adam Puchta, America’s oldest continually family owned winery; check out the traditional German Festhalle at Hermannhof and its California tasting room next-door; enjoy the jams late into the night at OakGlenn’s weekend concerts; pack a picnic at Röbller; enjoy a craft beer with your wine at Bias’ pioneering microbrewery. Trail Events: Chocolate Wine Trail in February; Berries & BarBQ in July; Holiday Fare in November; Say Cheese in December Find Out More: www.hermannwinetrail.com

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MISSOURI WEINSTRASSE Scenic Highway 94 winds through the Missouri Weinstrasse, a 10-mile ramble through the first designated American Viticultural Area. Weinstrasse members include Balducci Vineyards, Augusta Winery and Montelle Winery in Augusta, and Sugar Creek Vineyards & Winery in Defiance. Vino Vibe: Try Augusta Winery’s award-winning rosé, La Fleur Sauvage; savor the taste of Tuscany at Balducci’s; indulge in fruit brandies and icewine at Montelle; venture onto the Katy Trail at Sugar Creek. Trail Events: Scavenger Hunt in May; German Marketplace in July; Slow Food in September; Harvest Food Trucks in November Find Out More: www.moweinstrasse.com

LAKE OF THE OZARKS WINE TRAIL Members of the state’s newest wine trail include Shawnee Bluff Winery and Shawnee Bluff Vineyards in Lake Ozark, Seven Springs Winery in Linn Creek, and Camdenton wineries Golden Rock, Casa De Loco and Sugar Loaf Vineyard. Vino Vibe: Check out the jaw-dropping views from Shawnee Bluff; leave the driving to Seven Springs with its shuttle service; cast off on a float trip from Casa De Loco; dine on “green” kitchen cuisine at Golden Rock; work up a thirst for waterfront tastings with a kayak adventure on the Lake at Sugar Loaf. Trail Events: Wine sampling to benefit the food bank in November Find Out More: www.lakeoftheozarkswinetrail.com

ROUTE DU VIN The area’s French heritage is on display in the Route Du Vin Wine Trail. Members include Sainte Genevieve Winery, Cave Vineyard, Charleville Winery & Brewing Co. and Chaumette Winery & Vineyards in Ste. Genevieve, plus Twin Oaks Vineyard & Winery and Sand Creek Vineyard in Farmington. Vino Vibe: Sip wine in the natural cave wine cellar at Cave Vineyard; picnic under the grape arbor in the French Colonial district at Ste. Genevieve Winery; sample handcrafted wines and microbrewed beers in Charleville’s rustic setting; soak up the resortstyle amenities at Chaumette; cozy up to the fire pit on the Sand Creek veranda; revel in the panoramic vineyard view from the wraparound “glass house” patio at Twin Oaks. Trail Events: Souper Wine Weekend in January; a decadent weekend Romancing The Grape in February; Wine Diva Weekend in November Find Out More: www.rdvwinetrail.com

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MISSISSIPPI RIVER HILLS WINE TRAIL The mighty Mississippi rolls through some of the prettiest countryside in the Midwest. Along the river’s route, you’ll find four family-owned wineries: The Barrens Winery in Perryville, Hemman Winery in Brazeau, Apple Creek Vineyard & Winery in Friedheim and Hunter Valley Winery in Cape Girardeau. Vino Vibe: Drink in the rustic beauty of the Apple Creek landscape; listen to the breeze sing through the treetops at The Barrens; explore the 150-year-old store Hemman Winery calls home; feed the fish lakeside at Hunter Valley. Trail Events: Taste of Chocolate in February; Taste of Cheese in April; Taste of Wine & Country in July; Lazy Days Along The Wine Trail in August; Taste Of The Holidays in November Find Out More: www.mississippiriverhillswinetrail.com

KANSAS CITY WINE TRAIL Stretching 70 miles from the orchards of Waverly to the heart of Kansas City, this wine trail offers country and city ambience among its nine winery stops: Arcadian Moon Vineyards & Winery in Higginsville, Odessa Country Winery in Odessa, Stonehaus Farms Winery in Lee’s Summit, Amigoni Urban Winery in Kansas City, Albonée Country Inn & Winery in Independence, La Bella Winery in Wellington, Fahrmeier Family Vineyards in Lexington, Terre Beau Winery in Dover and Baltimore Bend Vineyard in Waverly. Vino Vibe: Enjoy Baltimore Bend’s excellent collection of blends and fruit wines; check out the lake country surrounding Arcadian Moon; find fresh farm products and wine at Fahrmeier; indulge your sweet tooth at Odessa; order up wood-fired pizza on the patio at La Bella; explore Santa Fe Trail history at Terre Beau; taste the best Vignoles in the state at Stonehaus; sample small-lot handcrafted wine in the heart of the city at Amigoni; retreat to the country at Albonée. Trail Events: There are no special events planned, but the wine trail website offers driving directions for mini tours of clustered wineries and vineyards. Find Out More: www.kcwineries.com 34

THE GREAT NORTHWEST MISSOURI WINE TRAIL One of the newest wine trails sweeps over northwest Missouri, taking you to Belvoir Winery in Liberty, Jowler Creek Vineyard & Winery in Platte City, Pirtle Winery in Weston, Riverwood Winery in North Rushville, Windy Wine Co. in Osborn, Ladoga Ridge Winery in Smithville, Fence Stile Vineyards & Winery in Excelsior Springs and Van Till Family Farm & Winery in Rayville. Vino Vibe: Puzzle over Murder Mystery Dinners at Belvoir; pair a visit to The Elms with a tasting weekend at Fence Stile; check out the creek critters at Missouri’s first green vineyard and winery at Jowler Creek; find respite at Ladoga Ridge; sample the signature meads (honey wines) and fruit wines of Pirtle; get a “taste of place” at Riverwood; relish the “farm to table” experience at Van Till; taste the range of traditional offerings from the century farm of Windy Wine Co. Trail Events: Events are scheduled for individual wineries. Find Out More: www.nwmissouriwine.com

OZARK MOUNTAIN WINE TRAIL This sprawling trail links a loose confederation of nine wineries and a distillery deep in the Missouri Ozarks. Trail members include 7C’s Winery in Walnut Grove, Tyler Ridge Vineyard Winery and OOVVDA Winery in Springfield, Whispering Oaks Vineyard & Winery in Seymour, Copper Run Distillery and Lindwedel Wine Garden in Branson, Lewsi Winery in Galena, Williams Creek Winery in Mount Vernon, White Rose Winery in Carthage and Keltoi Vineyard in Oronogo. Vino Vibe: Sample meads at 7C’s; meditate

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in the spiritual Irish calm of “Maynooth” at Keltoi; get up a game of bocce balls on the bluff above Table Rock Lake at Lewsi’s small-batch winery; relax in the Lindwedel wine garden at Table Rock; learn about the Viking heritage of OOVVDA; pamper yourself at White Rose’s Irish estate; climb to the highest point in Missouri to sample the Ozarks terroir of Whispering Oaks; find a hometown welcome in Williams Creek; sit a spell in the arbor swing at Tyler Ridge; add some spirits to your tour with a moonshine tasting at Copper Run Distillery Trail Events: The wineries participate in a passport program. Visit six wineries and receive a stemless glass; a visit to all 10 nets you a tote bag. Find Out More: www.ozarkmountainwinetrail.org

THE AUX ARCS WINE ROAD TRAIL French settlers had a name for the region north of the Arkansas River: Aux Arcs. Today, we call it the Ozarks. Missouri’s smallest wine trail has just three stops in two towns — Traver Home Winery in Willow Springs, and Horst Vineyards and Viandel Vineyard in Mountain View. Vino Vibe: Chat with the winemaker while sampling wines in the production room at Traver Home; relax on the deck at Horst; raise a toast to the gorgeous Ozarks scenery at Viandel. Trail Events: Make a purchase at each of the three wineries on the Aux Arcs Wine Road and receive a free souvenir glass at the last stop. Find Out More: www.auxarcswineroad.com v

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Time To Travel

Discover New Destinations With Local Travel Clubs BY MORGAN MCCARTY

One of the most anticipated perks of retirement is gaining the freedom to travel. Get started seeing the world with one of these local bank travel clubs, all of which cater exclusively to people who have reached the age of 50 and none of which require club dues or fees to join.

Classic

Central Bank of Boone County 573-874-8548 www.BooneBank.com From Panama to Paris, Classic takes members all over the United States and the world. Stateside trips range from Cardinals games in St. Louis to fall foliage tours in Vermont, while upcoming trips abroad include destinations such as Iceland, Germany and Italy. Classic members also enjoy special deals with local businesses, in addition to banking amenities, educational

seminar opportunities and quarterly newsletters. Individuals 50 years or older with a Central Bank of Boone County checking account and at least $5,000 on deposit at Central Bank of Boone County are welcome to join.

Elite Advantage Club

Hawthorn Bank 573-761-6246 www.hawthornbank.com Members of the Elite Advantage Club have a blast with their friends on great trips and fun local adventures. Upcoming trips include Caribbean cruises, a winter escape to San Diego and Temecula, Calif., and an exploration of the Rhine, among other fabulous guided excursions. Members must be at least 50 years of age with at least $5,000 on deposit with Hawthorn Bank and along with travel opportunities, receive several banking perks, plus invitations to events and a newsletter.

GOLD Club

First Midwest Bank 573-785-8461 www.FMBDexter.com/Gold-Club.html The GOLD Club offers daytrips, overnight trips and extended travel. People who are age 50 or better and have a minimum balance of $5,000 are eligible to become GOLD Club members. A member may bring a non-member guest along on a trip, and the guest will pay the same price as the member. Upcoming trips include Ireland, Alabama, Memphis and Pennsylvania. The GOLD Club also offers educational and informative seminars, banking amenities and luncheons.

Gold Leaf Club

The Callaway Bank 573-447-1771 www.CallawayBank.com/Personal/GoldLeaf-Club The Gold Leaf Club welcomes individuals

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50 years old or older to join them for their many trips and activities. Enjoy card games and social activities or trips to interesting places. From baseball games and casino tours to orchard days and theater nights, the Gold Leaf Club gives members a range of fun options. Special banking products are also included with membership.

Landmark Club

Landmark Bank 573-499-7330 www.LandmarkBank.com Landmark Club is open to those 50 and older with at least $5,000 in any combination of deposit or loan accounts with Landmark Bank. The club offers premium banking services and personal enrichment opportunities, such as guest speakers, seminars, social get-togethers and theater trips, as well as local and worldwide group travel opportunities. Escape the winter’s cold on a Caribbean Cruise; experience the “final frontier” — Alaska; sightsee in the “Big Apple” on a tour showcasing the Gilded Age of New York; or join an unforgettable Danube River Cruise from Prague to Budapest. Landmark Club has a trip for every traveler’s taste and budget. v

PLUS, THIS! Columbia Parks and Recreation also offers a travel club, 50+ Tours. Previously called OAK Tours, 50+ Tours offers active individuals 50 and older the opportunity to participate in a variety of day and overnight tours. Members fulfill travel desires at group costs and make friends of similar ages. Trips are taken with a chartered motor coach and an experienced escort. 50+ Tours provides travelers an interesting itinerary, comfortable pacing, quality accommodations and the sense of security that makes for travel at its best. 573-874-7475 www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec

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Senior Housing

Make Your Move Your Guide To Successful Downsizing

Moving and relocating to a smaller home later in life can be liberating. A smaller place means fewer responsibilities — fewer still when the new home is a condo, apartment or part of a senior housing complex. Gaining this new freedom doesn’t come easy, though; it requires getting through the physically and mentally exhausting experience of downsizing. How many retirees end up forgoing the benefits of a new, smaller place just because they so dread the task of sorting through their accumulated possessions? You don’t have to be one of these stuck retirees. Remember The Little Engine That Could, and get started with these suggestions from Ohio State University Extension on how to downsize successfully.

How To Get Started

1 . Start with rooms that you use the least. Avoid cluttering the areas you use regularly. 2 . Start with large items. Identify what you will do with the furniture before the knickknacks. You will feel a greater sense of progress. 3. Have a sorting system. Use stickers, make piles and/or make lists of what will be kept and given away. Avoid making an “undecided” pile to keep from mentally handling items multiple times; use this label only for special cases. 4 . Write down special memories or any family history associated with special items. This will contribute to the value of the family keepsakes. 5 . Work in scheduled blocks of time. Sort items for no more than two hours at a time. You will feel less overwhelmed and make better decisions with regular breaks. 6 . Start early and don’t rush yourself. Plan plenty of time to sift through things. Take time to look at old pictures, read letters and grieve losses. 40

What To Do With All This Stuff

1 . Keep items you treasure the most. Make a list of items you refuse to part with, and keep that list in sight as you sort through other possessions. You may need to amend your list, but it will remind you that everything is not of equal value. 2 . Bequeath items now. Think of the pleasure you will have seeing your granddaughter enjoying your dining room set, rather than just knowing she will have it after you are gone. 3 . Get rid of things you know longer need. Be realistic about what you use. 4 . Consider having a garage sale or auction. You may earn a profit worth your time. 5. Donate to charity. For those items you cannot bequeath or sell, make a tax-deductible donation to a charity. Some charities will pick these items up. Consider specific items for specific things such as musical instruments to a school program, bedroom furniture to a shelter, books to the library. 6. Have the adult kids remove their

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stuff. Give a deadline that works with your schedule, and warn them that any leftovers get donated.

Dividing Things Peacefully

1. Agree on a system. One idea is to assign each family member a colored sticker and identify items accordingly. An alternative is to have family members take turns choosing items they would like to have. In both cases it is good to clearly outline what items are available for the taking. 2. Be sure everyone gets something special. Disagreements may still occur, but resentment is more likely avoided if everyone feels they received something meaningful to them. 3. Encourage negotiation. If disagreements do happen, encourage family members to negotiate amongst themselves. Someone may be willing to trade an item with financial worth for something more sentimental. If these exchanges occur, be proud of your children for working things out and do not take offense at their priorities. v

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Senior Housing 101 Your Guide To The Many Options BY ANITA NEAL HARRISON

Senior housing is a broad category, ranging from 50+ retirement communities to skilled nursing facilities. Medicare.gov and the Society of Certified Senior Advisors, a national organization that educates professionals to work more effectively with their senior clients, offer information to help seniors find the right options for their needs.

Independent Living Facilities

Also referred to as “active lifestyle communities,” “retirement communities” and “senior living communities,” these facilities are designed for independent and active adults who have few or no health care needs. They are built to accommodate an active senior lifestyle by providing recreational, educational and social activities such as exercise classes, guest speakers and organized outings. They also attract people looking for smaller, more efficient homes and fewer maintenance responsibilities for carefree living. Independent living facilities tend to incorporate universal design elements for greater accessibility and safety. They may or may not include hospitality and support services such as meals and assistance with basic personal tasks of everyday life, called activities of daily living. Residents who need extra help can privately contract with an agency to provide care services. These facilities are not regulated by state or federal licensing departments.

Adult Day Health Care An adult day health care facility is a place where the adult who needs supervision and assistance can go during the day, while still able to go home — or to a caregiver’s home — 42

at night. Programs typically provide meals, personal assistance, medication management, social interaction, therapeutic activities and similar assistance. Transportation to and from the facility may be provided. There are three types of adult day health care models: • Social, for individuals who do not need medical-based services. Basic care, supervision, meals, recreation and social activities are provided. • Medical, for individuals who require medical monitoring because of health conditions. Physical, occupational and/or speech therapies might also

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be offered. • Combination, which incorporates both social and medical models.

Residential Care Facility In Missouri, residential care facilities are licensed to provide 24-hour care to residents needing assistance with personal care, which may include diet supervision, administration of medications and supervision of health care under the direction of a licensed physician. Residents who live in a residential care facility are required to be able to make a path to safety without assistance.

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Senior Housing EASY LIVING One benefit that often surprises new residents of independent and assisted living communities is how convenient their homes are. Most senior housing uses universal design, and, as the name implies, universal design incorporates features that allow people of all ages and abilities to use a home. These features include onestory living, no-step entry, wide doorways and hallways, extra floor space, floors and bathtubs with nonslip surfaces, thresholds that are flush with the floor, good lighting, lever door handles and rocker light switches. Although handy right from the start, these features become life-changing as seniors age. Designed to adapt to the widest range of users, universal design features support independence and enable aging-in-place.

Assisted Living Facilities

These facilities are ideal for seniors who do not need much medical care but do need assistance with personal care, medication management and housekeeping. Residents often live in their own rooms or apartments and have some or all of their meals with fellow residents. Social and recreational activities are usually provided. Typically, residents pay per month, and any additional fees are due depending on needed services. In Missouri, eligible seniors can receive help with the costs through the Supplemental Nursing Care program. Assisted living facilities in Missouri must have a licensed nursing home administrator.

Nursing Homes And Skilled Nursing Facilities

A nursing home is a skilled nursing facility in which nurses are available to offer personal care and 24-hour health services. A nursing home has the resources to help people who can no longer live alone at home or in their own apartments within a retirement community. Skilled nurses help residents with significant health issues such as heart failure, diabetes and disabilities from a stroke. Medicare will cover rehabilitation services and short-term nursing home care for a period of time

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post-hospitalization, and Medicaid may cover costs for people who meet their state’s financial eligibility criteria and minimum level of needed care requirement.

Continuing Care Retirement Communities

In a continuing care retirement community, a variety of living situation options is available for residents. There are individual houses or apartments for people who can live on their own, an assisted living facility for people who need regular help and nursing homes for those individuals who require more assistance, such as 24hour health care and prepared meals. Residents live in the appropriate setting for their care needs within the housing community. Typically there is a fee before moving into a retirement community, followed by monthly fees.

Find More Info

For more information on the different long-term care facilities in Missouri, visit www.health.mo.gov/seniors/nursinghomes. This section of the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services website includes links for “How to Select a Nursing Home,” “Nursing Home Compare,” “How Nursing Homes are Inspected” and “Frequently Asked Questions.” v

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Medical Metro

Explore Columbia’s Vast Health Care Offerings

Health Care Numbers To Know BOONE HOSPITAL CENTER 1600 E. Broadway 573-815-8000 www.boone.org COLUMBIA ORTHOPAEDIC GROUP 1 S. Keene St. 573-443-2402 www.columbiaorthogroup.com

Columbia’s vast medical network means residents and visitors have easy access to high-quality health care — and the second-most hospital beds per capita in the country. The diverse assortment of hospitals, cancer centers and rehabilitation facilities contributes to a growing economy, attracts top-notch professionals and provides patients with progressive and specialized services.

Boone Hospital Center (includes BJC HealthCare and

Broadway Medical Plaza) opened in December 1921 and was the first public hospital in Boone County. Today, Boone Hospital serves 26 mid-Missouri counties and employs more than 2,000 staff members, including 350 physicians. The 579,000-square-foot hospital and 250,000-square-foot patient tower hold 400 beds. In 2014, Boone Hospital opened the Stewart Cancer Center, which offers a range of services from detection to rehabilitation. The University of Missouri Health System (includes University Hospital and Clinics, Women’s and Children’s Hospital, South Providence Medical Park, Ellis Fischel Cancer Center, Missouri Orthopaedic Institute and Missouri Psychiatric Center) employs 8,328 people, including 517 physicians. With more than 500 beds, the health system each year treats more than 50,000 emergency patients, performs more than 22,000 surgical operations and delivers more than 1,800 babies. It’s also home to midMissouri’s only Level 1 trauma center and burn intensive care unit. v

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ELLIS FISCHEL CANCER CENTER 1 Hospital Drive 573-882-2100 www.muhealth.org FAMILY HEALTH CENTER 1001 W. Worley St. 573-214-2314 www.fhcmo.org HARRY S. TRUMAN MEMORIAL VETERANS’ HOSPITAL 800 Hospital Drive 573-814-6000 www.columbiamo.va.gov LANDMARK HOSPITAL 604 Old 63 N. 573-499-6600 www.landmarkhospitals.com MISSOURI CANCER ASSOCIATES 1705 E. Broadway, Suite 100 573-874-7800 www.missouricancer.com

MISSOURI ORTHOPAEDIC INSTITUTE 1100 Virginia Ave. 573-882-BONE (2663) www.muhealth.org MISSOURI PSYCHIATRIC CENTER 3 Hospital Drive 573-884-1300 www.muhealth.org RUSK REHABILITATION CENTER 315 Business Loop 70 W. 573-817-2703 www.ruskrehab.com SOUTH PROVIDENCE MEDICAL PARK 551 E. Southampton Drive 573-882-4141 www.muhealth.org UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL 1 Hospital Drive 573-882-4141 www.muhealth.org UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI WOMEN’S AND CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL 404 Keene St. 573-875-9000 www.muhealth.org

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Health Care

Get The Stats, Stat! A Look At CoMo Health Care By The Numbers.

1,112 This represents the number of hospital beds in the three hospital systems of Columbia, plus the number of available beds at the long-term acutecare Landmark Hospital. At Boone Hospital Center, University of Missouri Health Care system, Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital and Landmark Hospital, Columbia’s hospitals always have a bed open for patients.

1,250

Columbia is fortunate to have more than 1,200 physicians. From primary care to specialties, the dilemma in this city isn’t finding a physician; it’s choosing one.

257

This figure represents the combined number of years Columbiaarea hospitals have been serving mid-Missouri. University Hospital is the oldest, opening originally as Parker Hospital in 1901. On Dec. 10, 1921, Boone Hospital Center began operations. Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital opened in 1972, and Landmark Hospital’s Columbia location opened in 2009.

140 MPH

40 minutes

According to ProPublica’s ER Wait Watcher, this is the average length of time patients spent in an emergency department in a Columbia hospital before they were seen by a health care professional. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics reports the national average is 58.1 minutes.

1:986

This is the ratio of licensed primary care physicians to Boone County residents, compiled in 2015 by the Columbia/Boone County Department of Public Health and Human Services. The statewide ratio is 1:1,439.

4,084 It’s a girl! It’s a boy! In the last year, both University of Missouri Health Care and Boone Hospital Center delivered what could be a recordbreaking number of babies. That’s more than the capacity available at Missouri Theatre and The Blue Note combined, and is enough to fill more than a quarter of Mizzou Arena.

This is the cruising speed of the University of Missouri’s Staff for Life helicopter. Since 1982, the hospital helicopter service has flown more than 30,000 patient missions. In the last year alone, the Staff for Life helicopter transported 782 patients.

1872

The University of Missouri School of Medicine began teaching future physicians that year. The school began as a two-year program and was the first public medical school west of the Mississippi River.

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38,882

This figure represents the number of surgeries performed at University Hospital, Boone Hospital Center and Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans’ Hospital in fiscal year 2014.

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Know Your Risks How To Create A Family Health History

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The National Institutes of Health encourages all adults to create a family health history to better understand their risks for illness. A family health history is a written record of health information about a person and that person’s close relatives. The more family members and information included, the better the family’s understanding of its health risks will be.

factors can give clues to medical conditions that may run in a family. If a patient knows they are at higher risk for a certain disease, they can find out what actions they can take to lower that risk. Although people can’t change their genes, they can change things such as diet, physical activity and medical care to try to prevent diseases that run in their families.

WHY SHOULD YOU CREATE A HEALTH HISTORY? A health care professional can use a family health history to help assess a person’s risk of certain diseases. Families have many factors in common, including their genes, environments and lifestyles. These

HOW DO YOU CREATE A HEALTH HISTORY? Creating a health history takes some research. Break it down with these steps from www.NIHSeniorHealth.gov: 1. Make a list of close relatives. The most helpful information comes from

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BE SURE TO ASK ABOUT THESE HEALTH PROBLEMS • Alzheimer’s disease/dementia • Arthritis • Asthma • Blood clots • Cancer • Depression • Diabetes • Heart disease • High cholesterol • High blood pressure • Pregnancy losses and birth defects • Stroke

first-degree relatives — parents, siblings, and children. Information from seconddegree relatives — nieces, nephews, halfsiblings, grandparents, aunts and uncles — as well as less close blood relatives can also be helpful. 2. Ask relatives questions. • What is your age or date of birth? • Do you have any chronic conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, asthma or high blood pressure? • Have you had any other serious illnesses, such as cancer or stroke? If you know of a specific disease or illnesses in your family, ask about those, too. • How old were you when you developed these illnesses? • Have you or your partner had any problems with pregnancies or childbirth? • What countries did our family come from? Knowing this can help because some genetic diseases occur more often in certain population groups. Also, different diets and living environments can influence the risks of developing certain diseases. • Has anyone in the family had birth defects, learning problems or developmental disabilities, such as Down’s syndrome? • What illnesses did our late parents or grandparents have? How old were they when they died? What caused their deaths? 3. Record the information. Be sure to keep the health history organized and easy to read. Typing up the list or keeping a digital version online would be helpful. You can find a form to download, print and fill out at www.hhs.gov/ familyhistory/portrait/portraiteng.pdf. Or use an online tool, My Family Health Portrait, from the Surgeon General at www.familyhistory.hhs.gov. 4. Share the information with your doctor and members of your family. By passing this information on, you will help your family members better understand their health statuses and prevent future health problems. 5. Update the information as needed. When a child is born, a family member develops a health problem or a relative passes away, take note in the health history. v

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GET TO KNOW YOUR DOCTOR MARIANNE LOPEZ RHODES, MD Dr. Marianne Lopez Rhodes is both a “boomerang” Columbian and Boone Hospital Center employee. She lived here while she was an undergrad and worked at Boone Hospital Center while applying to medical school. She then returned to Columbia after completing her residency in Denver. Settling here was the perfect choice for Lopez Rhodes because it’s halfway between St. Louis and Kansas City, where both she and her husband have family. Lopez Rhodes was drawn to medicine because it is an altruistic profession. “I wanted to do something where I could help people,” she says, “but also where I would constantly be challenged. Medicine is always evolving and every day is different, which is great.” Lopez Rhodes credits her family for her success. “My grandparents and parents all immigrated here from the Philippines. They started with hardly anything, just so all of us could have a better life. I would not be where I am today if it were not for all their hard work and support.” If she weren’t a doctor, Lopez Rhodes would be a teacher. “I get jealous of family and friends that get to be around their kids when they are off from school,” she says. Lopez Rhodes says the word that best describes her is “determined” and that her proudest moment as a person was when she became a mom. Now expecting her second child, Lopez Rhodes likes to spend time relaxing with her family. “We love watching Kansas City, St. Louis and Mizzou sports,” she says. “We are also often outside, hiking, playing or hanging out at the pool.”

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GET TO KNOW YOUR NURSE PRACTITIONER MARIE POUROOSHASB, FNP-BC Marie Pourooshasb was born in Tehran, Iran, and came to the United States in 1979. She recently relocated to Columbia from New York. She has one daughter, who is currently attending the University of Missouri. If she could have a superpower, Pourooshasb “would improve the quality of health in our society,” she says. Her proudest moment as a health care provider is when patients acknowledge that their health has improved significantly. Pourooshasb dreamed of being a doctor, but circumstances prevented her from fulfilling that dream. She instead became a nurse and has experience in many areas of nursing, including medical/surgical, oncology, the bone marrow transplant unit, ER and management. After practicing nursing for 28 years, Pourooshasb had the opportunity to move a step closer to her dream of becoming a physician: She became a family nurse practitioner. She says that has by far been her proudest moment and accomplishment as a person. According to Pourooshasb, the one word that best describes her is “caring.” She went into health care to improve the quality of life in her community and credits her success to “my parents always encouraging and supporting me in whatever I did.” Pourooshasb believes that you should “never leave things for tomorrow when it can be accomplished today.” In her free time, Pourooshasb enjoys reading, shopping and, if given a chance, exploring new places. She relaxes by spending quality time with family and friends.

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GET TO KNOW YOUR DOCTOR LEEN AL-SAYYED, MD Family is very important to Dr. Leen Al-Sayyed. She is the second youngest of six children, with three sisters and two brothers. She says each of her siblings has a unique personality, and that “I love them all the way they are.” Al-Sayyed’s medical education began internationally. She graduated from medical school in Amman, Jordan, and then completed an internal medicine residency in Tucson, Ariz. Upon arriving in Columbia, she joined University of Missouri Health Care for a liver disease fellowship and finally landed at Boone Medical Group South. She chose to become a doctor because she loves getting into conversations with people. “I love to talk to people, share their problems and help them solve them. It is a blessing yet a huge responsibility to be able to help people heal and feel better,” AlSayyed says. Her proudest moment as a doctor came when she helped deliver a baby for the first time. “No words can explain it; only tears can,” Al-Sayyed says. “It is just a miracle!” Her proudest personal moment came when she graduated from medical school. She was full of energy and ready for the next phase of her life. If she had a superpower, Al-Sayyed would bring justice and love to all human beings, she says. If she weren’t a doctor, she says she would be a TV broadcaster or writer. In her free time Al-Sayyed loves to experience the arts, especially music and painting. She also enjoys reading and visiting natural places.

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Community

Finding Help

A Guide To Columbia Support Groups BY HEATHER FINN AND HYELEE WON

Whether facing a difficult medical diagnosis, a challenging family situation or addiction, finding support can be the difference between managing successfully and not managing at all. Columbia offers several support groups to help people find strength and encouragement in their challenges. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) groups meet daily at various locations around Columbia. For more information, call the local AA Answering Service at 573442-4424 or visit www.d12aa.org. The Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group meets at 3:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at the LSS

Lenoir Woods Community Center at 3710 S. Lenoir St. For more information, call Lisa Miller at 573-876-5800. The Boone County Foster Parent Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at the Crossing Church, 3615 Southland Drive. For more information, search for the organization’s page on Facebook. The Fibromyalgia Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month in Conference Room B of the Columbia Public Library at 100 W. Broadway. For more information, call Nancy Wood at 573875-5803.

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The Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at ParentLink at 4800 Santana Circle. For more information, call Parent Link at 573882-7321 or visit www.parentlink. missouri.edu/grandfamilies. Look Good Feel Better, a support group for women with cancer, meets at 1 p.m. every Monday and Thursday at the Missouri Cancer Associates office at 1705 E. Broadway, Suite 100. For more information, call Missouri Cancer Associates at 573-874-7800. v

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Your Finances

Reverse Mortgage Learn The Basics About This Financial Tool

Many seniors’ greatest financial asset is their home, and a reverse mortgage is one tool to put the value of their home to work for them. But how does it work? Learn the basics about reverse mortgages with these five frequently asked questions.

1. What Is A Reverse Mortgage? The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, better known as HUD, defines a reverse mortgage as “a special type of home loan that lets you convert a portion of the equity in your home into cash.” Home equity is the difference between the appraised value of a home and what is owed in mortgages. So if a home appraises for $100,000 and the homeowner owes $15,000 in mortgage debt, then the equity would be $85,000. With a reverse mortgage, a portion of that $85,000 could become cash in the homeowner’s hand.

2. How Is It Different From A Home Equity Loan? A traditional home equity line of credit also transforms equity into cash, but with a home equity line of credit, borrowers must have adequate income to qualify for the loan and then immediately begin making repayments; this builds back up their home equity. With a reverse mortgage, on the other hand, borrowers do not repay the funds received, so over time, reverse mortgage borrowers spend down their home equity.

3. When Is The Debt Due? The debt from a reverse mortgage becomes due when the last surviving borrower dies, sells the home or permanently moves out of the home. 58

At this time, the cash, interest and other finance charges associated with the reverse mortgage must be repaid, which often is done through selling the home. All proceeds beyond the amount owed belong to the borrower’s estate. This means any remaining equity can be transferred to heirs.

4. What Are The Eligibility Requirements? Seniors 62 and older who live in their homes and own their homes outright, or have low mortgage balances that can be paid off at closing with proceeds from the reverse loan, are eligible for a Home Equity Conversion Mortgage. A HECM is the only reverse mortgage insured by the U.S. Federal Government and is available only through a Federal Housing

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Administration-approved lender. The home must be a single-family home or a two-, three- or four-unit home with one unit occupied by the borrower. HUD-approved condominiums and manufactured homes that meet FHA requirements are also eligible.

5. How Can I Learn More? Because a reverse mortgage taps one of seniors’ most important investments, seniors need to do a lot of research to make sure it’s the right tool for them. HECM counselors are available to help guide seniors through the reverse mortgage process, and their services are free or low-cost. Seniors can call 800569-4287 toll-free for the name and location of a HUD-approved housing counseling agency near them. v

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Your Finances

Will Your Nest Egg Last? Tips For Successful Investing In Retirement BY ANITA NEAL HARRISON

Conventional wisdom says retirees must be conservative investors to protect their hard-earned savings. While there’s some truth to that, Aaron Rigdon, a certified financial planner with Callaway Investment Services, adds retirees should not read “conservative” as “removing all risk” from their investments. “While it is important to reduce risk exposure as one ages, I see all too often that people avoid risk altogether with all or a majority of their monies,” Rigdon says. “Not taking enough risk is a very real threat when you take inflation into consideration. Americans are living longer, and a gallon of milk 25 years from now will certainly cost much more than it does today. A piece of all retirees’ portfolios need to be invested in things that can grow even if that means the investment isn’t ‘guaranteed.’ ” Being willing to invest in stocks is especially important in the current lowinterest-rate market, Rigdon adds. “People can no longer live on the interest produced by bonds or CDs as they used to years ago,” he says. Instead, retirees may need to consider dividend-paying stocks to generate income. “There are many large blue-chip stocks out there that are currently very healthy companies and can help provide income to a portfolio,” Rigdon says. “A lot of these companies not only pay the dividend but have a track record of increasing the dividend payment, which can help with rising costs in retirement. Some of these companies’ dividend rates are higher than their corresponding yield on their bonds. This is not normally the case.” Rigdon acknowledges the stock market can seem like a scary place for people who took a hit in 2008 and who aren’t accustomed to the market’s current level of volatility, but he comes back to the fact that investment returns must beat inflation rates or “people really are losing money … because they are losing pur-

chasing power.” To avoid the downfalls being either too conservative or too aggressive can bring, Rigdon suggests retirees follow three important investment strategies. 1. Work with a professional. “Do your due diligence and find an advisor who is client-centric and you feel you can trust,” Rigdon says. “Listen to this individual and be candid. It is human nature to react irrationally to market events, and those actions can have a detrimental impact. Professionals can help take the emotions out of investing.” 2. Make a plan for income. “Review your income sources and annual expenses,” Rigdon says. “What income is permanent versus what expenses are fixed? Can you get by living on the interest from your money, or do you need a withdrawal strategy and what does that look like? What amount of income do you need in retirement, and what vehicles can

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provide the level of yield to attain those while maintaining an appropriate level of risk?” 3. Plan for longevity. “People are living longer, which will require planning … to ensure you do not run out of money,” Rigdon says. “For example, health care and long-term care costs are rising well ahead of the pace of inflation, and investors need to have a good understanding of what these costs might be in retirement because they can wipe out a nest egg in a short amount of time. What would your financial picture look like if you lived to be 95?” v Securities and insurance products are offered through Cetera Investment Services LLC (doing insurance business in CA as CFGIS Insurance Agency), member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory services are offered through Cetera Investment Advisers LLC. Neither firm is affiliated with the financial institution where investment services are offered.

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Faith

Places Of Worship No matter how you celebrate your faith, you’ll find a congregation that makes you feel at home here in Columbia.

ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN

Saint Luke The Evangelist Greek Orthodox Church 1510 Audubon Drive 573-817-0050

PROTESTANT

Alive In Christ Lutheran Church 201 Southampton Drive 573-499-0443 Baptist Student Center 812 Hitt St. 573-449-3843 Bethany Baptist Church 1703 W. Worley St. 573-445-7414 Bethel Baptist Church 201 E. Old Plank Road 573-442-4775

BUDDHIST

Show-Me Dharma 1600 W. Broadway 573-355-5303

CATHOLIC

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 1115 Locust St. 573-443-3470 Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church 903 Bernadette Drive 573-445-7915 St. Thomas More Parish & Newman Center 602 Turner Ave. 573-449-5424

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE First Church of Christ, Scientist 800 W. Broadway 573-442-0800

COMMUNITY OF CHRIST

Fairview Road Community of Christ 1111 S. Fairview Road 573-445-2213 62

HINDU

Shanthi Mandir 2006 Holly Ave. 573-814-1286

JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses 301 W. Smiley Lane 573-817-0181

JEWISH

Congregation Beth Shalom 500 W. Green Meadows Road 573-499-4855

MORMON

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 4708 Highlands Parkway 573-443-1024

MUSLIM

Islamic Center of Central Missouri 201 S. Fifth St. 573-875-4633

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Bible Baptist Church 4275 E. Highway WW 573-447-4558 Blue Ridge Christian Church 2400 Blue Ridge Road 573-474-8046 Broadway Christian Church 2601 W. Broadway 573-445-5312 Calvary Baptist Church 606 Ridgeway Ave. 573-449-3144 Calvary Episcopal Church 123 S. Ninth St. 573-449-3194 Christ Our King Presbyterian Church 1100 College Park Drive 573-723-1323 Christian Fellowship Church 4600 Christian Fellowship Road 573-445-8561 Columbia Chinese Christian Church 3316 S. Rock Quarry Road 573-442-3957

Columbia Christian Church 4802 St. Charles Road 573-474-3285 Columbia First Assembly of God 1100 N. Seventh St. 573-443-3626 Columbia First Nazarene 2601 Blue Ridge Road 573-474-5787 Columbia Korean Baptist Church 3601 I-70 Drive N.W. 573-446-6036 Columbia Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) 6408 E. Locust Grove Drive 573-474-1827 Columbia Seventh-Day Adventist Church 1100 College Park Drive 573-445-2712 Columbia United Church of Christ 3201 I-70 Drive N.W. 573-445-7931 Community United Methodist Church 3301 W. Broadway 573-445-6131 Compass Evangelical Free Church 600 Silvey St. 573-445-7206 Cornerstone Baptist Church 3681 Mexico Gravel Road 573-814-3880 Discovery Church 3681 Mexico Gravel Road 573-814-3880 Dripping Spring Christian Church 2701 W. Dripping Springs Road 573-442-8217 Eastside Church of Christ 5051 Ponderosa St. 573-449-7131

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Faith Fairview United Methodist Church 3200 Chapel Hill Road 573-445-5391

Korean First Presbyterian Church 16 Hitt St. 573-442-1164

Fairview Road Church of Christ 201 S. Fairview Road 573-445-2213

Liberty Baptist Church 7461 N. Brown Station Road 573-474-9392

Fifth Street Christian Church 401 N. Fifth St. 573-442-7713 First Baptist Church 1112 E. Broadway 573-442-1149 First Christian Church 101 N. 10th St. 573-449-7265 First Presbyterian Church 16 Hitt St. 573-442-1164

Midway Heights Baptist Church 6801 W. Rollingwood Blvd. 573-445-3622

Forum Christian Church 3900 Forum Blvd. 573-443-3900 Gateway to the High Country Cowboy Church 15257 N. Tucker School Road 573-808-6595

Missouri United Methodist Church 204 S. Ninth St. 573-443-3111

Global Life Church 1205 University Ave., Suite 1900 573-874-2527

Monument of Grace Church of God In Christ 700 W. Sexton Road 573-875-4074

Grace Bible Church On Blue Ridge 601 Blue Ridge Road 573-449-6794

New Life Community Church 1300 Blue Ridge Road 573-443-5433

International Community Church 1107 University Ave. 573-256-1720 Karis Community Church 606 Ridgeway Ave. 573-479-0699

Memorial Baptist Church 1634 Paris Road 573-443-1408

Midway Locust Grove United Methodist Church 2600 N. Locust Grove Church Road 573-445-4667

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church 4540 N. Oakland Gravel Road 573-474-8755

Little Bonne Femme Baptist Church 5350 E. Bonne Femme Church Road 573-443-0617

Northwood Baptist Church 2345 E. Northwood Drive 573-214-0030 Oakland Christian Church 2929 E. Oakland Church Road 573-474-6860 Olivet Christian Church 1991 S. Olivet Road 573-442-0336 Open Door Baptist Church 4838 Meadow Lark Lane 573-499-0705

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Parkade Baptist Church 2102 N. Garth Ave. 573-443-4585

The Crossing 3615 Southland Drive 573-256-4410

Praise Assembly of God 4300 Clark Lane 573-474-0911

Trinity Lutheran Church 2201 W. Rollins Road 573-445-2112

Redeemer Presbyterian Church 101 N. Grace Lane 573-443-2321 Rejoice Free Will Baptist Church 1900 Chapel Hill Road 573-447-1685 Rice Road Church of Christ 4710 Rice Road 573-474-9975 Rock Bridge Church of God Holiness 3515 Valencia Drive 573-443-4015 Russell Chapel CME Church 108 E. Ash St. 573-443-6028 Salvation Army Columbia Corps Community & Worship Center 1108 W. Ash St. 573-442-3229 Second Missionary Baptist Church 407 E. Broadway 573-449-4703 St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church 914 S. West Blvd. S. 573-449-5674 St. Luke United Methodist Church 204 E. Ash St. 573-443-5423 St. Paul AME Church 501 Park Ave. 573-449-5823

Trinity Presbyterian Church 1600 W. Rollins Road 573-445-4469 United Pentecostal Church 211 Benton St. 573-442-4121 Valley View Community Church 2900 Barberry Ave. 573-446-1410 Victory Baptist Church 9401 I-70 Drive N.E. 573-886-7834 Victory Christian Church 212 Portland St. 573-499-9087 Wilkes Boulevard United Methodist Church 702 Wilkes Blvd. 573-449-4363 Woodcrest Chapel 2201 W. Nifong Blvd. 573-445-1131 Wright’s Temple Church of God In Christ 8 E. Sexton Road 573-449-3206

UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Unitarian Universalist Church of Columbia 2615 Shepard Blvd. 573-442-5764 v

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Senior Activity Center

Here For A Good Time Senior Activity Center Is More Than You Think BY ANITA NEAL HARRISON

What goes on at the Columbia Senior Activity Center? A lot more than what most people think. Tai chi, billiards, card games, line dancing, woodcarving, Wii bowling, Friday seminars and more put the “activity” in the center’s name. “Most senior centers serve lunch, and they may have dominoes and a couple of card games,” says Jan Palmer, the center’s president. “We have all kinds of activities, plus a craft room, plus a library, plus a game room, plus dances, plus a meal program. … You will not find a senior center like ours anywhere.”

A PLACE FOR CAMARADERIE The mission of the center is to provide activities “to promote senior citizens in maintaining a lifestyle of independence and personal growth.” The center defines “senior” as anyone 50 and older, but there are no minimum age requirements on participation — with the one exception that people must be at least 50 to play pool. Most activities at the center have suggested donations of $1 or $2 for the day. Once people arrive, it’s easy to show them a good time, Palmer says. The hard part is getting them there to check it out. “I’m 66,” Palmer says, “but a lot of my friends say, ‘I’m not old enough to be a senior.’ You’d be surprised at how many people in their 60s and 70s don’t feel like they’re a senior or feel it’s a stigma of an old folks’ place. But we have lots of fun. I really enjoy the companionship and the camaraderie and the community we have here.” New people are welcomed at the front desk with a greeting from a trained receptionist, and volunteers provide a tour of the center, describing the various activities and explaining how people can take part. 66

“It’s a very open atmosphere, very friendly,” Palmer says. “It’s easy for new people to get connected.” Her own story shows just how easy. Her first visit to the center was for a Bible study three and a half years ago. “I met a couple of people in that Bible study, and pretty soon I thought, ‘Well, I’ll just eat lunch here,’” she says. “Then one of my dad’s friends saw me, and I said, ‘This is pretty nice!’ and he said, ‘Well, how about volunteering here?’ And next thing I knew, I was running for the board and I became president! “There are really a lot of benefits to coming here,” Palmer adds. “When people stay active, they live longer, they can stay in their home longer, they have better health — when they stay connected.”

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full out with its lunches. Entrees include such dishes as fried chicken, baked ham, barbecued pulled pork, breaded catfish and beef pot roast — and diners always have two entree options. Diners also receive a potato, two vegetables, salad, soup, a drink and dessert — all for $6, or $7 on Sundays. People of all ages are welcome. “We have businesspeople who come here for lunch because they love our meals and you can’t find a meal anywhere like ours for $6,” Palmer says. The center’s website advertises each month’s menu. The Columbia Senior Activity Center is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sunday. Lunch is served from 10:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Sunday through Friday. The center is located at 1121 Business Loop 70 East. For more information, call 573-874-2050 or visit www.columbiaseniorcenter.com. v

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Lifelong Learning

For The Love of Learning Your Guide To Continuing Education In Columbia

BY HEATHER FINN AND ANITA NEAL HARRISON

Education doesn’t have to stop on graduation day. Here in Columbia, it’s easy to keep brain muscles flexed with these local learning opportunities.

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute At the University of Missouri’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, classes range in subject from wine tasting to current events to memoir writing. “If you have an active mind, love learning and are at least 50 years old, you need to join Osher at Mizzou,” says Kristin Millikan, Osher director. “There are no papers; there are no tests — only the love learning is necessary.” Osher offers four sessions annually: The fall and spring sessions each run for eight weeks, and the winter and summer sessions each run for four. Each session offers about 20 courses. “Many students take more than a single course in a quarter,” Millikan says. “In fact, for many students, Osher classes become a regular part of their daily schedule.” The opportunity to make new friends is a major draw, Millikan says, adding Osher is a great place for people new to Columbia to get connected. “We want to reach out to these new folks and let them know that we have a classroom seat waiting just for them,” she says. “We want to welcome them to our community of active learners. …We have an expression at Osher: ‘Come as learners, leave as friends.’” Although classes are targeted at students “age 50 or better,” adults of all ages are welcome. Financial aid opportunities are also available. To learn more, contact Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at 573-882-8189 or www.extension.missouri.edu/osher.

Columbia Area Career Center Acting as the community education branch of the Columbia public school system, the Columbia Area Career Center offers a wide variety of classes to both those looking for a fun, social outlet and those looking for a little help in advancing their careers. Regardless of chosen subject matter, the center helps students learn by doing. “We take a hands-on learning approach,” says Jim Sharrock, the center’s supervisor of adult programming. “People walk away

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[from their classes] with something that they’ve done.” The center offers enrichment classes on topics ranging from salsa to do-it-yourself projects. Sharrock reports the culinary classes are especially popular. Those looking to advance their careers can enroll in a workforce development class, be it a long-term nursing course or a one-day class on small business development. English as a Second Language classes and high school equivalency programs are

offered at the center, as well. All long-term programs offer an opportunity to obtain financial aid. Sharrock says the do-it-yourself approach taken at the center helps students learn tricks and trades that will ultimately help them save money and be more resourceful. “I think success motivates learning,” he says. “Our students take a class and start to say, ‘Hey, I can do this.’ It’s very cool to see that.” Learn more about adult education at Columbia Area Career Center by calling 573214-3803 or visiting www.career-center.org/ adult.

Columbia Public Library With a combination of informational presentations and hands-on classes, the Columbia Public Library is another local resource for continuing education. “Everything we do is about lifelong learning, whether it pertains to one’s work life, learning a new skill or developing a personal interest,” says Patricia Miller, the library’s adult services manager. “The learning can take place in a workshop or discussion that brings people together or independently through one of the many online resources we provide. … Our library buildings are welcoming, and our staff is always there to help.” The library hosts a full array of programs geared toward adults. These programs range from book discussions and author talks to participative computer classes that educate attendees on the use of mobile technology, social media and more. “The trend in libraries is more interactive or experiential learning, and we are moving in that direction,” Miller says. She adds that because the library often works with community groups, many of the programs tie in to local events and local interests. For more on the Columbia Public Library, call 573-443-3161 or visit www.dbrl.org/columbia-public-library. v INSIDE COLUMBIA’S SENIOR GUIDE 2015 - 2016

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