Lifestyles After 50 Tampa Bay Edition, May 2015 by Lifestyles After 50 Magazine

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Who Is Your Superwoman?

Dear Readers,

here are a lot of things to celebrate this May. The Older Americans Act just turned 50, for starters! It’s worth Tracie Lukens, Editor recognizing President Lyndon B. Johnson and everyone who worked to make the law possible, as well as all of the staff and volunteers who work hard on a daily basis to provide meals, medical care, social aid and legal representation to millions of older Americans in need. That’s half a decade of connecting seniors with the services they need to live a life of health, happiness and dignity. It’s up to all of us to keep that support network going strong, especially if you aren’t an older American yet—it’s something we’ll all need someday. You can find out more about it here, if you’re interested: http://www.aoa.gov/AoA_programs/OAA/ Bette Midler’s also in town! She’s dropping by the Amalie Arena in Tampa on May 11 as her nationwide tour starts, and she’ll be performing some of her trademark comedy as well as musical tributes to some of the great ‘girl bands’ from the ‘40s to the ‘90s. Should be a blast! Speaking of girl power, May is also the time of year to honor the remarkable women in our lives, be it a loved one or a hero. I asked some of the staff at Lifestyles After 50 magazine about the women who inspired them the most: Linda Seavey, Production Supervisor: “It was my grandmother, because she had boundless energy, was a fabulous cook, and I thoroughly enjoyed every minute I spent with her. She definitely inspired my love for cooking.”

Kathy Beck, Publisher: “My mother, because she was strong and she always put on a happy face, no matter what was going on. She had a great attitude, and she was always well groomed. I remember she always wore a nice pencil skirt with a blouse and earrings to match.”

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Vicki Willis, Office Manager: “I had an art teacher – Ms. Trefethen. She rode her bike to school every day for 30 years. She also had hair down to her ankles, which she wore in a big braid around her head, and she would always let it down at the end of the day. She never gave anyone less than an “A”. Dena Bingham, Sales Executive: “I would say when I was young, my mother inspired me. She was a single mother on several occasions, and also worked full time and cared for us, and was always in a good mood. I was always amazed that she wasn’t cranky with everything she had to do. I thought she was a superwoman.” Allie Shaw, Office Assistant: “My mother. She showed us how to survive without depending on anyone else. We furthered our education and all went on to have careers—some military, some not—on very little money and a lot of bologna sandwiches.” I’ve had more than a few inspiring women in my life, the foremost being my mother. But I also remember my fourth grade teacher, Mrs. Deal.

Editor Tracie Lukens editor@lifestylesafter50.com Editor Emeritus Janice Doyle Ofﬁce Manager Vicki Willis vicki@lifestylesafter50.com Administrative Assistant Allie Shaw allie@lifestylesafter50.com

She had a cloud of strawberry blonde hair and a contagious energy, and she always found a way to make schoolwork fun (even math, somehow). But what I loved most about her was her ability to make the most awkward kid feel special. It was okay to be different, quirky, even a little weird. She was all these things and she was wonderful, and her advice to just “be yourself, be creative and have fun” came at an important age when all of us were just worried about fitting in. It changed my life. If there’s a special woman in your life, take some time to send them a card, give them a hug, tell them about the difference they’ve made. All it takes is one remarkable woman to influence a generation of others, and that’s definitely something to celebrate. —Tracie Lukens

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Bette Midler’s “Divine Intervention” Tour Comes To Tampa By Tracie Lukens

he’s back! Bette Midler, “The Divine Miss M,” is touring for the first time in ten years and she’s starting right here in Florida. Midler’s “Divine Intervention” tour kicks off on May 8 and 9 in Hollywood, Fla. at The Hard Rock Live, followed by May 11 at Amalie Arena in Tampa and on to Atlanta, Georgia on May 13. She’ll visit 21 more cities nationwide, and tickets are on sale now. The world-renowned singer, actress and comedienne triple-threat has come a long way since her early Off-Off-Broadway and Continental Bath performances in 1970s New York. Since then, she’s starred in several movies, performed a stint at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, had her own sitcom and sold more than 30 million albums worldwide. Among her accolades are four Grammy Awards including Song of the Year (1989: Wind Beneath My Wings; 1990: From A Distance) and Record of the Year (1989: Wind Beneath My Wings); two Academy Award nominations, three Emmy Awards, one Tony Award, three Golden Globe Awards and nine American Comedy Awards.

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“I think of myself as a lowly clown, but I also think of myself as someone who can turn on a dime and sing a ballad and move people,” she said in an interview with New York Magazine. Her ability to move people also extends into philanthropy. Midler performed on USA for Africa’s 1985 fund-raising single “We Are the World,” and founded

the New York Restoration Project in 1995, which improves community gardens and other public spaces in the city’s lowincome neighborhoods. When she’s not thrilling audiences on stage, Midler enjoys reading, gardening and traveling the world. And you can add ‘mom’ to her list of accomplishments as well. Her daughter Sophie, a recent Yale graduate, has done some acting of her own despite her mother’s playful warning: “If you ever go into the movie business, I’ll never speak to you again!” The Tour Midler’s “Divine Intervention” tour will feature material from the singer’s iconic career as well as songs from her critically acclaimed new album, “It’s The Girls!”—a tribute to girl groups through the ages. The album features the swinging sounds of WWII-era

Andrews Sisters, to ‘60s super-groups like the Supremes and the Shirelles, to ‘90s hit makers TLC. “It’s The Girls!” was released last November to rave reviews. The New York Times said, “The spark of madcap mischief that has lit up Bette Midler’s performances for more than four decades has hardly dimmed, as evidenced by ‘It’s the Girls!,’ her bubbly first studio album in eight years and one of her best.” USA Today called Midler’s new album “thoroughly charming.” Midler is excited about getting back to her fans and doing what she loves. “I can’t believe it’s been a decade since I toured across this great country—but so I’ve been told,” said Midler. “I’m ready to bring some ‘Divine Intervention’ to all of my fans this summer. Even though I’m already exhausted just thinking about it... I can’t wait to perform some of the favorites, as well as some of the new favorites from my most recent album, ‘It’s the Girls!’ See you on the road!” For complete tour and ticket information, visit bettemidler.com and livenation.com. (Info from Live Nation Entertainment)

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ues. and Thurs. Senior Water Volleyball. The pool is heated; meet new friends and also join in once a month for lunch at different venues. Free with membership. 10 a.m. Bob Sierra YMCA, Tampa. 813-962-3220.

ednesdays Tai Chi. Increase flexibility, strength and balance, either standing or sitting through slow, controlled, low-impact movements. Free. 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Memorial Hospital of Tampa, Jewish Tower Activity Center. Register: 855-245-8329.

ridays Plant City Social Dance Club. Open to the public. Live music. Members $6; non-members $8. Doors open at 6 p.m. Dance 7 – 10 p.m. Florida National Guard Armory, Plant City. 863-409-7714.

and 10 Mother’s Day Weekend. Bring mom on Mother’s Day weekend and she gets in for free with child or adult admission. 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Lowry Park Zoo, Tampa. 813-935-8552.

AARP Driver Safety Class. Learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s challenging driving environment. $15/$20. 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Bring lunch or snack). Brandon Senior Center. 813-657-8632 to register.

and 22 Artsy Farmers Market. Produce, plants, specialty foods, gardening tips, live entertainment and more. Free admission. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Zephyr Park, Zephyrhills. 727-657-0444.

Girls Night Out – Comedy Show. An all-female line-up of comedians who will keep you roaring between sips of wine. $14/$20. 8 – 10 p.m. Carrollwood Cultural Center. 813-922-8167.

Lifestyles After 50 Fun Fest. Free entertainment, free bingo with prizes, free games, free coffee and snacks, dozens of senior friendly vendors, prizes, giveaways and more. Free admission. 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Dunedin. 813-653-1988.

16, 17 Tampa Bay Times Boat Show. New boats, trailers, docking, safety equipment, accessories and

many outdoor-related exhibits. Free admission. $6 parking. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Florida Expo Park State Fairgrounds, Tampa. 813-621-7821.

Strawberry Classic Car Show. Enjoy good food and music and close to 600 antique, custom, classic and hotrod vehicles. 50/50 drawing and automotive accessories. Free. 4 – 9 p.m. McCall Park, Plant City. 813-754-3707.

Music in the Museum. Step back in time for live concerts that were considered the most popular daily entertainment way back when! $7. 12 – 1 p.m. Henry Plant Museum, Tampa. 813-254-1891.

Receive a one hour complimentary dance lesson followed by a dance party. Come alone or bring your friends. Fun for all. $8. 7 – 9:30 p.m. Unity of Tampa Church Fellowship Hall, Tampa. 813-884-2786.

“25 To Life” – An evening of award-winning comedy club veterans who have built a solid reputation as consistent crowd favorites. $12/$15. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Firehouse Cultural Center, Ruskin. 813-645-7651.

Keep in touch with kids and grandkids. Learn how to open a Facebook account and create a profile. Free. 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Town ‘N Country Library, Paula Dr., Tampa. 813-273-3652.

Hurricane Expo. The event will feature safety demos, emergency vehicle displays, exhibits and vendors of safety and home retrofit products. Free admission and parking. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. MOSI. (Museum of Science and Industry), Tampa. 813-987-6000.

Margaritaville Festival. Art, music, mermaids and margaritas. Paintings, handcrafted jewelry, clay and more. Free entry. 12 – 5 p.m. Harbour Island Waterfront, Tampa. 813-451-7936. Send Around Town news to News Connection USA, Inc., P.O. Box 638, Seffner, FL 33583; fax 813-651-1989 or email calendar@srnewsconnection .com. News must be received by the 10th of the month prior to event (i.e. May 10 for June event.) Lifestyles After 50 • May 2015 • page 5

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Freedom Spirit: For The Love Of The Game “I

always loved baseball. I grew up in New York so I was a big Yankees fan. I’d listen on the radio and let out a yell when Joe DiMaggio would knock a homer,” Ethel Lehmann said in an interview with the National Senior Games. Lehmann is the founder of the Freedom Spirit of FL, a 75+ women’s softball team in Clearwater. Lehmann fell in love with the sport at a young age and was determined to play, despite the fact that Ethel Lehmann, team founder it was still a very male-dominated sport at the time, and she dealt with the chance to play again. She pushback from family and friends. bounced from team to team When she did get her chance, she played until she was 75, realizing that Freedom Spirit of Florida after their 2014 season from from age 16 to 21. “I played short- there were very few, if any, stop in fast pitch for two years and then senior women playing. asked the more athletic-looking ones if three years in a modified baseball league In the meantime, she participated in they also played softball. Some would called the American Girls Baseball local 5Ks and eventually a friend con- say no, not since high school or college. Conference—you know, like they did in vinced her to qualify for track and field I made them write their numbers down ‘League of Their Own’ with the pitcher events at the National Senior Games. and soon we got enough and started throwing overhand,” she said. “When I was at Nationals I heard to practice.” After that, Lehmann took a break from about the softball games and took a bus Lehmann organized the group as the sport to raise a family, but the drive to watch. I couldn’t believe that there Freedom Spirit in 1993, and in 1995 they to play never left. It wasn’t until she wasn’t a women’s team from Florida,” participated at Nationals. The women’s moved to Florida and joined a local Lehmann said. “From then on, every time senior softball team started as a 55-plus women’s softball team at 47 that she had I went to a track event or went bowling I team, then went to 65, 70 and now 75-plus.

“My teammates are exceptional,” she said. “They are all great players. I never thought that I would have so many friends and meet so many nice people. Our team always has a quick prayer before every game that no one gets hurt, and we always include the opposing team. The camaraderie among us is just exceptional. We all just get along so well.” Freedom Spirit of Florida participated in five softball tournaments last year, where they won third place at Jacksonville and first place at Pensacola, Hendersonville, TN; Dalton, GA; and St. George, WT. “These remarkable women are a wonderful example of living an active lifestyle. They have gained many friends throughout the United States and Canada, all due to the ‘love of the game.’” Lehmann said. Freedom Spirit regularly meets at Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex, 2998 Drew St., Clearwater on Tuesdays and Thursdays. To learn more, call 727-562-4802 x 3839 or 727-385-4661. (Info from Del Moon, NSGA Communications and Media and Ethel Lehmann)

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No Challenge Too Great For These Senior Athletes Shirley Chase – Swimmer

By Tracie Lukens

hat drives us to do the impossible? For some, it is a desire to push their limits to achieve their full potential. Others do it for a cause that is important to them. Many are driven by passion—a love of competition and the thrill of the sport. These six remarkable senior athletes embody these ideals and prove that age is never a barrier to the impossible— especially when you’re doing what you love. Here are their stories:

Diana Nyad – Swimmer

Diana Nyad

Diana Nyad is an American author, journalist, motivational speaker and long-distance swimmer who made a splash in 2013 when she became the first person at age 64 to swim from Cuba to Florida without the aid of a shark cage. If you were to ask the elite swimmer what gave her the strength and motivation to accomplish such an amazing feat, she would say that training helped, but more so, the support of her good friend and companion Bonnie Stoll, who encouraged her to keep going during more than a few rough stretches of water. Nyad: “None of us are invulnerable, and in order to get through the tough times, we have to turn to someone who has faith in us, who can remain rock steady when we falter or lack confidence and can believe in us even when we don’t believe in ourselves.” (www.tylenolstoriesofstrength.com)

Mark Junge – Cyclist

Mark Junge is a historian, writer and photographer who is oxygen-dependent, a problem caused by blood clots in his lungs. But that has not stopped him from leading a vigorous life! For the past decade he has used portable oxygen to ride all over North America. Lifestyles After 50 • May 2015 • page 8

Mark Junge

In the summer of 2004, Mark became the first person to bicycle coast to coast on oxygen. The purpose of the Freedom Tour, as the trek was named, was threefold: to focus attention on the problem of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), to encourage oxygen-dependent people to strive for mobility and independence, and to be a spokesperson for portable oxygen. Since that first bicycle trip, Mark and his wife, Ardath, have made annual trips to promote awareness of respiratory illness. So far they have traveled the Atlantic Coast from Newfoundland to Key West, Florida, the Pacific Coast from British Columbia to Mexico, and even to China! Junge: “I ride a bike because mobility means freedom,” he says, “and the freedom to explore life is something I think everyone on our planet would enjoy.” (currietech.com)

Edith Trainer

Edith Trainer – Powerlifter

At 93, Edith Trainer was the oldest competitor in the 2014 Polk Senior Games, where she performed a 135 lb. dead lift for the gold. “I loved Edith’s fiery spirit,” her coach said. “She celebrated all her lifts and encouraged everyone to get their parents and grandparents involved in power lifting. I couldn’t help myself; I went over for a little chat with her. I asked her how long she has been lifting. I was shocked by her response, ‘about a year,” she said. Trainer: “This is a great ego booster. When you get to be 93 years old, you need an ego boost.” (crossfitfenrir.com)

Jack Cason – Archer

Retired physical therapist and artist Shirley Chase, of St. Augustine, Fla. has set a goal of swimming in the 2015 National Senior Games in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in the 90 – 94 age group. “My whole family will be in Minneapolis for the 2015 National Senior Games, when I turn 90 and try to break my own record in the 500 freestyle.” Besides training hard in the Jack Cason swimming pool, Chase has added walking, weightlifting and yoga to her training regimen. Chase: “I compete mainly for fun, an incentive for me as I am a competitor. I love keeping in shape. The other day at my health club when I told a new member I was 89, he couldn’t believe it. I take pride in being an athlete.” (www.flasports.com)

Jack, 81, who picked up archery as a hobby while living in Florida, started entering competitions when he first qualified for the National Senior Games in 2005. Most recently, he won a gold medal in archery at the 2013 National Senior Games. In 2010, he started the first resident archery club at Greenspring, his retirement community in Virginia, encouraging others to participate in the sport. Cason: “I enjoy all aspects of archery including the physical nature of the sport and the mental stimulation that it demands. Archery gives you exercise— walking back and forth to the targets —and it challenges you mentally.” (go4life.nia.nih.gov)

Ernestine Shepherd – Bodybuilder

Ernestine “Ernie” Shepherd, at age 78, is a personal trainer, professional model and competitive bodybuilder. Since age 56 she has won two bodybuilding titles and run nine marathons, as well as held the record as the world’s oldest competitive female bodybuilder in the Guinness Book of World Records in 2010 and 2011. She started working out later in life with her sister to get in shape, and when her sister lost her life suddenly to a brain aneurysm, Ernestine was determined to finish what they started. She spends her days running, lifting weights, working out and training other seniors to help them reach their full physical potential. She hopes her life story will encourage others to stay fit, no matter their age. Shepherd: “I have been married for 53 years and grandmother to a 13-yearold. I am exactly where I want to be.” Ernestine Shepherd (www.ernestineshepherd.net) Shirley Chase

50 Years of Honoring Older Americans How to Sell High: Avoid these Three By promoting and engaging in activity, lder adults are a vital part of our sociO ety. Since 1963, communities across wellness, and inclusivity, more Mistakes When Selling Your Home the country have shown their gratitude by Americans than ever before can “Get celebrating Older Americans Month each into the Act.” Our mission at Lifestyles May. The theme of this year’s celebration After 50 is to connect our senior readers to each other, their is “Get Into The Act,” community, helpto focus on how ful resources and older adults are fun entertainment taking charge of year-round, and their health, getting Older Americans engaged in their comMonth offers an munities and making opportunity to a positive impact in emphasize how the lives of others. older adults can The theme also access the homereflects on the 50th and communityanniversary of the President Lyndon B. Johnson after services Older Americans Act. signing the Older Americans Act into law. based they need to live President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Older Americans independently in their communities. It is Act into law in July 1965. Since that also an occasion to highlight how older time, the Act has provided a nationwide adults are engaging with and making a aging services network and funding that difference in those communities. helps older adults live with dignity in Discover Older Americans Month: Visit the communities of their choice for as http://acl.gov/olderamericansmonth or long as possible. These services include contact your local Area Agency on Aging home-delivered and congregate meals, office by visiting www.eldercare.gov caregiver support, community-based or calling 1-800-677-1116 to find assistance, preventive health services, ongoing opportunities to celebrate and elder abuse prevention, and much more. support older Americans.

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10 Quick Healthy Snack Tips

ot the munchies? Forget the junk food and reach for a healthy snack that’s just as satisfying. Your body will thank you! Try these tips from www.ChooseMyPlate.gov:

5. Go for great whole grains. Offer

1. Save time by slicing veggies. Store

sliced vegetables in the refrigerator and serve with dips like hummus or low-fat dressing. Top half a whole-wheat English muffin with spaghetti sauce, chopped vegetables and low-fat shredded mozzarella and melt in the microwave.

whole-wheat breads, popcorn and wholeoat cereals that are high in fiber and low in added sugars, saturated fat and sodium. Limit refined-grain products such as snack bars, cakes, and sweetened cereals. 6. Fruits are quick and easy. Fresh, frozen, dried or canned fruits can be easy “grab-and-go” options that need little preparation. Choose whole fruit when you can and drink juice in moderation.

7. Nibble on lean protein. Choose lean 2. Mix it up! Mix dried fruit, unsalted protein foods such as low-sodium deli nuts and popcorn in a snack-size bag for a quick trail mix. Blend plain fat-free or low-fat yogurt with 100% fruit juice and frozen peaches for a tasty smoothie.

meats, unsalted nuts or eggs. Wrap sliced, low-sodium deli turkey or ham around an apple wedge. Store unsalted nuts in the pantry or peeled, hard-cooked (boiled) eggs in the refrigerator to enjoy any time. 8. Keep an eye on the size. Snacks shouldn’t replace a meal. Store snacksize bags in the cupboard and use them to control serving sizes.

3. Grab a glass of milk. A cup of lowfat or fat-free milk or milk alternative (soy milk) is one way to drink a healthy snack. 9. Swap out the sugar. Keep healthier

foods handy to avoid cookies, pastries or candies between meals. Instead of reaching for a soda, try adding seltzer water to a ½ cup of 100% fruit juice as a substitute.

10. Prepare homemade goodies.

4. Consider convenience. A singleserving container of low-fat or fat-free yogurt or individually wrapped string cheese can be just enough for a quick snack. Lifestyles After 50 • May 2015 • page 10

For homemade sweets, add dried fruits like apricots or raisins and reduce the amount of sugar. Substitute unsweetened applesauce or prune puree for butter or shortening in recipes for half the fat.

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Inspiring Women & Wise Words

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Vaccines and Stem Cells: Weapons Against Lung Disease By David Ebner, Staff Writer

very fall, the billboards and television commercials urging you to get a flu shot start appearing. Many people have reservations about the flu vaccine. However, the statistics strongly support the flu vaccination over trying to tough it out, especially for the elderly. The CDC estimates that, in people over 50, there is a 77 percent reduction in hospitalization for flu symptoms when vaccinated. Why not give yourself the best chance to be healthy? The benefits are even more compelling for those with a lung disease. The coughing, shortness of breath and fatigue that come along with the flu are everyday symptoms of lung disease, and contracting the flu can turn these already harsh symptoms into something fatal. That’s why the CDC—and most pulmonologists— recommends that people with these conditions get the flu shot yearly. Now, patients are asking about other options to protect and improve their lung function. If a shot can vaccinate them from the flu, what can be done

about lung disease? New options are emerging, and some have discovered stem cells as the answer. Just like the flu vaccine, stem cell therapy offers the possibility of improving lives through treatment of debilitating conditions.

Stem cells have become a buzzword in the news. However, few people are talking about the adult stem cells that are present in our own bodies. These cells live in blood, bone marrow and fat tissue. They naturally respond to

injury or illness, yet since stem cells don’t move quickly, our bodies don’t instantly heal. Stem cell therapy can expedite this natural healing process. A clinic called the Lung Institute (lunginstitute.com) treats lung diseases with stem cells from the patient’s own body. They extract cells through a minimally invasive procedure, isolate them and reintroduce them to the lungs after giving the patient natural growth factors that promote cell replication. This quickens healing by directing the cells toward the diseased area. Although this doesn’t cure the disease, it acts like the annual flu vaccine by slowing further degeneration and bringing a normal life back within reach. We are in the midst of a fight to eradicate the flu. In the past, when the medical field banded together, they were able to develop a vaccine. With the medical advancements today, the question of whether this can be done for lung disease is forthcoming, and by the looks of it, stem cells could play a starring role.

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elcome to this month’s Tech Talk column, where we cover the latest apps, products and websites that make life a little easier. This month, we’re giving away Salonpas Pain Relief products—topical analgesic products in the form of creams, gels, sprays and patches for the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain associated with strains, sprains, bruises, simple backache and arthritis. The full product suite from Salonpas includes the Salonpas DEEP Relieving Gel, Salonpas Pain Relief Patch, Salonpas Pain Relieving GEL-Patch HOT-L, and Salonpas Pain Relieving Jet Spray. The active ingredients include camphor, menthol and methyl salicylate, and the Salonpas Pain Relieving GelPatch HOT L includes capsaicin. Today, the Salonpas Pain Relief Patches are the first and only FDA-approved and clinically proven OTC pain patch. Get powerful pain relief without pills. For more information, visit www.salonpas.us and www.hisamitsu.co.jp/english.

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Urinary Stress? Take Control! By Ajèe Wells-Eiland, BS, NCCT/ MMCI, NSCA-CPT

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rinary muscles, like any other muscles, can decline in function with age unless we keep them fit. This decline can result in a condition called urinary stress incontinence, when your bladder leaks urine during physical activity or exertion. It may happen when you cough, lift something heavy or exercise. While it is embarrassing, urinary stress incontinence is a common issue. More than 15 million men and women in America suffer from this condition, and it is especially prevalent among women and the elderly. 1 in 3 women will experience urinary stress incontinence at some point in their lives. Causes For women; low estrogen during menopause might lead to lower muscle pressure around the urethra, increasing the chances of leakage. In men, the cause could be an enlarged prostate, diabetes or Parkinson’s disease. Other causes are neurologic injury, illness and physical aging in both men and women (muscles and nerves). High blood pressure medication, antidepressants and diuretics can worsen the problem, but the good news is that urinary stress incontinence can be managed, treated and even reversed.

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1. The first step is to find out which incontinence you have by meeting with your doctor or urologist. Once your doctor makes a diagnosis, they can suggest the treatment that is best for you. 2. The Kegel method. One way to help with urinary stress incontinence (men and women) is to perform Kegel exercises. a. For the first week, lie down on your back during the exercise. Gradually advance to sitting, then standing.

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b. When doing the exercise, try not to tighten your stomach, legs or buttocks and try not to hold your breath. c. Squeeze your pelvic floor muscle. Do this by contracting the same muscles you would use to stop urinary flow. d. Start by doing 3 sets of 3 (hold for 3 seconds and relax for 3), working your way up to 10 sets and 10 seconds. e. Do the exercise for 5 minutes daily to strengthen weakened pelvic muscles.

3. Keep a diary for a week to record when you void (men and women) a. You may try time voiding (using the bathroom at regular timed intervals). Try urinating every half hour for 1 week (whether you have to or not) then gradually increase the time between urination by 15 to 30 minutes and so on. b. Log your incidences. Note what time you go and when you leak. c. Learn your voiding patterns so you can avoid accidents by going to the bathroom before incidents happen d. Train your bladder to hold for longer periods of time between bathroom visits. e. Keep a diary of your food intake to track possible triggers. 4. Try spacing out your fluid intake and cutting back on coffee, tea, alcohol and carbonated drinks like soda. 5. Try breathing exercises meditation to reduce stress.

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6. Always be prepared. Carry spare pads, protection underwear or, if need, be, a plastic urinal in case of emergency. 7. And if you smoke, try quitting. For more info on urinary stress incontinence, visit the American Urogynecologic Society at augs.org, or the American Urological Association at auanet.org.

Try Yoga For Mind, Body and Fun! yoga, the most commonly practiced in the United States and Europe, emphasizes postures (asanas) and breathing exercises (pranayama).

What are the benefits? For many years, the benefits of yoga were supported largely by anecdotal evidence. Medical researchers are only just beginning to investigate the science behind yoga. Current research from the National Center for “I don’t believe in age. When people ask me about age, I tell Complementary and Intethem to look at all the trees around them. They’re hundreds grative Health (NCCIH) of years old. They may look as if they are dying at the suggests that a carefully moment, but they’re not—they are recycling themselves, adapted set of yoga poses and in a couple months, they are going to be reborn again.” may reduce low-back pain —Tao Porchon-Lynch, 96, world’s oldest Yoga instructor. and improve function. What is yoga? Other studies also suggest that practicing oga is a mind and body practice with yoga (as well as other forms of regular origins in ancient Indian philosophy. exercise) might improve quality of life; The various styles of yoga typically reduce stress; lower heart rate and blood combine physical postures, breathing pressure; help relieve anxiety, depression, techniques, and meditation or relaxation. and insomnia; and improve overall There are many schools of yoga. Hatha physical fitness, strength and flexibility.

Can anyone practice yoga? Yes; currently around 8.7 percent of U.S. adults, or 20.4 million people, practice yoga—both men and women. There are different styles of yoga for all shapes, sizes, ages and ability levels, from gentle chair yoga and traditional Hatha yoga to the more vigorous Vinyasa or flow yoga. For individuals with mobility limitations, or for those carrying more weight, lowimpact workouts like yoga may be more comfortable than exercises like jogging or weight training. And most postures can be modified to fit your body. Body type, age or ability should never discourage you from starting yoga; your strength and flexibility will grow the more you learn and practice. How do I start? 1. Work with a qualified yoga instructor. They will help you with correct body positioning and help you learn your body’s limits. 2. Warm up before each session to help prevent muscle strain.

3. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, use a yoga mat and stay hydrated. 4. Know your limits. Do not try positions beyond your experience or comfort level. Start slowly and learn the basics first. If you experience pain or exhaustion while participating in yoga, take a break. Ask about modified poses or styles of yoga that may better fit your physical needs. If pain persists, speak to your physician. To locate a yoga class near you, check out your local community center or sites like yogafinder.com (Info from nccih.nih.gov) Try This: Warrior Pose The Warrior pose is good for the hips, strengthens the quadriceps and improves hip flexibility. Stand straight, arms and legs together. On an exhale, extend your left leg out 90 degrees, bending the knee to your point of comfort. Extend your right leg out to the side fully. Raise your arms and reach through your fingertips. Breathe, and repeat on the other side.

I Have To Walk How Many Miles To Burn Off That Cheeseburger?

ould adding the amount of walking it takes to burn off the calories in food items lead consumers to make healthier choices? That’s what University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, researchers are trying to find out. They’re testing physical activity food labels at three cafeterias across the state. For example, cafeteria patrons considering a double-cheeseburger would see that it would take about 196 minutes or 5.6 miles of walking to burn the calories it contains. Whereas a hamburger (that contains far fewer calories), would require about 78 minutes or about 2.6 miles of walking to burn the calories. “We believe that labels displaying information about physical activity will allow people to better appreciate the tradeoffs of high-calorie foods, and thereby influence them to make choices for foods with lower calories,” said Anthony Viera, M.D., M.P.H., associate professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the UNC School of Medicine and one of the project leads. “And we think that labeling foods like this may even have the extra benefit of promoting physical activity.”(Newswise)

How many calories does your workout burn? Learn more: supertracker.usda.gov, Approximate Calories Burned by a 5’10” 154lb. Man

Moderate Activities

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370 Light Gardening 330 Dancing 330 Golf 330 Bicycling <10 mph 290 Walking (3.5 mph) 280 Weight Training (light) 220 Stretching 180

185 165 165 165 145 140 110 90

590 Bicycling >10 mph 590 Swimming 510 Aerobics 480 Walking (4.5 mph) 460 Heavy Yard Work 440 Weight Lifting (vigorous) 440 Basketball (vigorous) 440

295 295 255 240 230 220 220 220

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nodes. This is why doctors check the lymph nodes to see if breast cancer has spread. Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is the most common type of noninvasive breast cancer. The term “in situ” means the cancer is confined to its original site. DCIS denotes that the cancer cells are inside the ducts but have not spread through the walls of the ducts into the surrounding breast tissue. About 20 percent of new breast cancer cases will be DCIS. Nearly all women diagnosed at this early stage of breast cancer can be cured. There are many risk factors for breast cancer. The risk rises with age. About 77 percent of women with breast cancer are older than 50 when they are diagnosed. Breast cancer risk is higher among women whose close relatives have the disease. A woman with cancer in one breast is at high risk of developing a new cancer in either of her breasts.

There are many forms of breast cancer. Infiltrating ductal carcinoma (IDC) is the most common form. It starts in a duct, then breaks through the duct wall and invades the tissue of the breast. At this point, it can metastasize through the lymphatic vessels and the bloodstream. About 80 percent of invasive breast cancers are infiltrating ductal carcinomas. Lymph plays a major role in breast cancer. It is a fluid that carries immunesystem cells through lymphatic vessels. Lymph nodes are small collections of these cells in the vessels. Almost all lymphatic vessels in the breast connect to lymph nodes under the arm. Cancer cells that enter lymphatic vessels can spread and begin to grow in lymph

Women who started menstruating before age 12 or who went through menopause after age 55 have a slightly higher risk of breast cancer. Having multiple pregnancies and becoming pregnant at an early age reduces breast cancer risk. Long-term use of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) after menopause increases your risk of breast cancer. Drinking alcohol is linked to an increased risk of developing breast cancer. Obesity is a breast cancer risk, especially for women after menopause. Evidence is growing that exercise reduces breast cancer risk. If you would like to ask a question, write to fred@healthygeezer.com. All Rights Reserved © 2015 by Fred Cicetti.

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What Happened This Month In...1960

1960 Number One Songs

Elvis Presley – “Stuck On You” Everly Brothers – “Cathy’s Clown”

Top Grossing Movies

“Please Don’t Eat the Daisies” “Sergeant Rutledge”

ay 1 Soviet Russia shoots down U.S. spy plane. Pilot Francis Gary Powers is detained for two years.

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ay 6 President Dwight Eisenhower signed the Civil Rights Act of 1960 into law. ay 9 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a birth control pill for the first time. ay 10 The submarine U.S.S. Triton completed its circumnavigation of the globe, after an 84day voyage that followed the route of Ferdinand Magellan’s expedition of 1519–1522.

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ay 15 The Soviet Union launched Sputnik IV, a five ton mockup of a manned spaceship, as a prelude to putting human beings into outer space.

ay 15 Crosley Broadcasting televises the first evening baseball game in color: the Cincinnati Redlegs VS the San Francisco Giants from Crosley Field in Cincinnati.

ay 16 Physicist Theodore Maiman uses a core of man-made ruby to create the first successful LASER (an acronym for Light Amplification by the Stimulated Emission of Radiation).

ay 22 Great Chilean Earthquake: At 3:11 p.m. local time (1911 GMT) the largest earthquake of the 20th century struck near Valdivia. The tremor was later calculated to be at 9.5 on the Richter scale.

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Honor Our Heroes: Memorial Day, May 25

e walked among the crosses Where our fallen soldiers lay And listened to the bugle As TAPS began to play. The chaplain led a prayer; We stood with heads bowed low And I thought of fallen comrades I had known so long ago. They came from every city Across this fertile land, That we might live in freedom. They lie here ‘neath the sand.

I felt a little guilty My sacrifice was small. I only lost a little time But these men lost their all. Now the services are over For this Memorial Day. To the names upon these crosses I just want to say, Thanks for what you’ve given No one could ask for more. May you rest with God in heaven From now through evermore. —C W Johnson

May’s Horoscope: Taurus & Gemini

Taurus (Apr. 21 – May 20) Predictions foretell that your self-will and aggression will dominate as planetary strength is in the Eastern half of your horoscope. It is time to decide what you want, and with hard work you will be able to achieve your targets. It is essential that in May 2015, you find equilibrium between personal ambitions and emotional issues. There is no need to depend on others or heed their advice. CREATE & CRAFT

Gemini (May 21 – June 20) You will be confident and rely on your own methods to achieve your goals. You need not worry about others’ views. This is a month of ambitions and growth. You will not let anything get in your way of success. It might be your good or bad karma, but you will be responsible for your own actions. Two eclipses during May will create turbulence for the Twins. You need to adapt yourself to the changes they bring in. (sunsigns.org) For more horoscopes, visit our website at www.lifestylesafter50.com.

Mother’s Day Gift Idea: Handprint Apron

ith a simple canvas apron, a little bit of washingmachine-safe fabric paint and some accent fabric, all you need are the grandkids for a fun and memorable Mother’s Day gift. Hand paint the letters or use washable iron-on appliques. This idea comes from Pinterest and Simplykirste.com.

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5 Safety Tips For Women Traveling Alone P

erhaps more than ever, women are willing to ditch their traveling companions and go solo when it comes time to hit the road and see the world. A survey by Small Luxury Hotels of the World, for example, revealed that between 2011 and 2012 there was a 53 percent increase in the demand for rooms by women traveling alone. “There is no reason to let your fears keep you from the adventures you can experience,” says Barbara Foster, a veteran globetrotter and author of the book “The Confessions of a Librarian: A Memoir of Loves.” (www.threelovestory.com) “Sure, there are risky places and bad types out there. But with the right precautions, women can travel solo with confidence, visiting the places and meeting the people they always dreamed of and returning home with wonderful stories and memories.”

2. Connect with friendly contacts. Make yourself known not only to the U.S. embassy or consul, but also to people in your field, Foster says. During her travels, Foster wrote articles about libraries she visited. Her fellow librarians were a protective group.

Foster speaks from experience. Her travels have taken her across the country and around the world, with stops in Istanbul, Bombay, Buenos Aires, Jerusalem and other locales. Foster, who says solo trips can be deeply rewarding for women, offers five tips for traveling boldly while staying safe.

1. Steer clear of the most dangerous locales. Simply put, some places just aren’t worth the risk. For example, if you feel compelled to go to the Middle East, visit Israel, which is the safest Middle Eastern country.

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3. Learn the language or at least useful phrases. Even just a few key words can come in handy if you need to seek assistance. Understanding what others are saying also can alert you to potential dangers. 4. Dress wisely, pay attention to manners and spend money in moderation. Essentially, don’t draw unnecessary attention to yourself. In her book, Foster recounts a visit to Istanbul where she watched horror-struck as two Turkish men slapped a young British woman for wearing a miniskirt on the street. For added protection against thieves, Foster recommends carrying money and identification in a pouch under your shirt.

5. Travel in the USA. You will miss many of the world’s must-see places, but if the thought of traveling abroad holds too much stress for you, it might be better to stick closer to home. New York and New Orleans are two of Foster’s favorite U.S. cities. Barbara Foster has worked as a college librarian and as an associate professor specializing in Women’s Studies at the City University of New York.

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Day Escape: Rosa Fiorelli Winery

a person; or you can enjoy a lunch tour from $24.99. Wines are also available for purchase—nine different varieties depending on the season—from Red Noble and Conquistador Blush to white dry Aurora Muscadine and sweet dessert wines. This Month’s Events Wine Down & Paint. 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. Enjoy a casual class that allows you to use your creative freedom to create your own custom painted wine glass. $40/person includes: two glasses of select Rosa Fiorelli Winery wines, light appetizers and all materials needed to create your custom painted wine glass. Wine & Dine in the Vines. 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Dine in their pavilion among the estate vineyards and enjoy live music, Rosa Fiorelli Winery’s Signature Sangria and a buffet-style Italian dinner. Wine pairings available. $55/person. Rosa Fiorelli Winery and Vineyard is located at 4020 County Rd. 675, Bradenton. For info, call 941-322-0976.

hen Rosa and Antonio Fiorelli set out from Sicily to a quiet patch of land in Bradenton, just south of Lake Manatee, they started with five rows of grapes and a big dream. Years later, their ten-acre vineyard—Manatee County’s first winery —is drawing crowds from far and near. Rosa Fiorelli Winery invites you to take a tour of the vineyard and become an expert on all things wine. Learn about growing and harvesting different varieties of grapes and see how grapes are crushed, pressed, fermented and bottled. For the finishing touch: a little wine tasting! Standard tours start at $10

The Florida Orchestra Presents Singin’ In The Rain and More

rom a free Mother’s Day concert to one of the greatest movie musicals of all time, The Florida Orchestra winds down its 2014/2015 season. The orchestra’s Tampa Bay Times Masterworks series finale (May 29 – 30) spotlights Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8 and Sibelius’ Symphony No. 5. Remember: Kids 18 and younger get in free to Masterworks concerts with Classical Kids tickets. Available only through the ticket center. For Mother’s Day, the kids can take Mom to a Florida Orchestra concert without breaking the piggy bank. It’s a free Pops in the Park (May 10), with selections from Swan Lake, The Sound of Music and Star Wars, all building to an explosive finale of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture and fireworks. And don’t forget to bring canned food for Tampa Bay Harvest. It’s all in Curtis Hixon Park in Tampa. What a glorious feeling to watch the classic 1952 musical Singin’ in the Rain Lifestyles After 50 • May 2015 • page 24

(May 15 – 16) on the big screen. But this time Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds sing along to live accompaniment from The Florida Orchestra. Enjoy complimentary coffee and doughnuts at the final Coffee Concert of the season, “Kick Up Your Heels” (May 21), which includes Dvorak’s Slavonic Dances, Brahms’ Hungarian Dance No. 6 and Copland’s Billy the Kid Suite. The Raymond James Pops series salutes the American spirit for Memorial Day weekend in “Let Freedom Ring” (May 22 – 24). You’ll hear such favorites as Colonel Bogey March, Stars and Stripes Forever and National Emblem March. Get tickets for all of the Masterworks, Pops, Coffee and Rock series at floridaorchestra.org or 1-800-662-7286. The orchestra regularly performs at the Straz Center in Tampa, Mahaffey Theater in St. Petersburg, and Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater.

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Analyze This! Why Visit Florida’s Historic Houses and Estates?

and understand the impact she had on education and human dignity. In a back story told by a college student docent, I learned that Eleanor Roosevelt, who championed human rights around the world, had her own room in the house as she was a frequent guest.

By Janice Doyle

rom couples to a small group of friends to dozens of people in a group tour group, visiting historic houses elicits many kinds of responses. But have you ever wondered what makes people want to snoop into the kitchens, bedrooms and bathrooms of other people? There are several reasons people visit historic places. Where do you fit? Are you curious, envious, interested in a bit of historic heritage or practical (just a good tourist spending time and money in Florida). None of us have just one reason, of course, for visiting historic houses, but give it some thought next time you visit a pioneer cabin. Why am I here? What am I looking for?

Ca d’Zan, exterior

Ford House, exterior

1. Curiosity: A historic house sat-

isfies a desire to look at nice things and plush furniture and just mosey around saying “imagine living like this.” Ca d’Zan, the John and Mable Ringling House in Sarasota, is such a place. The spectacular Italian Villa on the edge of the bay is a fascinating look into the lifestyle of the rich and famous couple who made it their home during the 1920’s. It is as opulent as the houses of the wealthy “robber barons” in the East. The amount of gold used in the house could not be duplicated today. The pink marble patio, the furniture, fixtures, tapestries—all make for wonderful stories of a lifestyle very few experience. Ca d’Zan’s formal gardens, European statuary, antiques and stunning views make it a place to free your curiosity. So, go ahead and imagine living in such an opulent place.

Ca d’Zan, interior

The Mary Bethune Home, Daytona; exterior Ford House, living room

Rawling’s Cross Creek House

2. Envy: Sometimes a historic house panders

to a need to fantasize. We say, “I could have lived like this.” Florida author Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings’ books “The Yearling” and “Cross Creek” can make us long for the old Florida. Her home near Gainesville reflects the lifestyle of “cracker” living in the ‘30s and ‘40s, and we may long to simplify our life, sit on her porch and listen to nature. I only had to swat a thousand mosquitoes and take a look at a wood stove in summer to just enjoy the tour of a bygone era when Florida was a frontier and life had different challenges than we have today.

Mary Bethune Home, office

3. Heritage History: Other times

it’s good to see how someone lived and be challenged by what we learn. The Mary Bethune Home in Daytona takes visitors through the life story of a woman whose life was full of dedication, commitment and love and shows what she accomplished as an educator in a time of extreme racism under the South’s Jim Crow system. Her original furniture, library, memorabilia and artifacts help visitors imagine her persona

4. Practical: Many visits to historic houses are something to do on a day trip or when visitors come. Don’t misunderstand: The Edison-Ford Estates in Fort Myers could fit under any reason for visiting historic houses. But since each visit becomes a different experience, a trip there is always a good thing, a very practical adventure for good mental stimulation and/or relaxation. A visit can mean a discovery in history, botany, science, engineering, art, original automobiles, adventure travel, and on and on. It depends on the day and the mood you’re in! Just walking the beautiful grounds along the river is therapeutic.

Historic houses offer looks into other lives at other times, and sometimes they serve no more a walk down the memory lane of our own lives. And that’s a valuable reason to go as well. Enjoy! Lifestyles After 50 • May 2015 • page 25

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nimals usually give preliminary warning postures prior to an actual bite; all warnings should be heeded and all interaction with the animal discontinued. Dog aggression warnings include tensing/stiffening, intense stare, pupils dilated, growling, snarling (lifts their lip/shows teeth), lunging and snapping. Cat aggression warnings: tail rapidly flicking, ears pinned back, pupils dilated, hiss, growl, swat. Interaction with the animal should only be resumed when the animal is no longer aggressively aroused, which may be difficult to determine, so use caution. The aggressively aroused pet should be segregated in a secure location with necessary resources and minimal stimulation until the pet is calm again. Periodic visits to the area may allow the owner to assess the animal’s reactivity and ability to rejoin the household.

For cats, there may be a prolonged recovery period; it can take hours or days for them to return to a calm state. To decrease aggressive episodes, avoid all known situations that trigger aggression. If your pet exhibits warning signals or actually bites when you physically interact with them, then this interaction must be avoided. This may include petting, hugging, pushing, stepping over, grabbing by the collar, picking them up, wiping feet, cleaning ears, etc. If your pet exhibits warning signals or bites when you approach his/her food or when in possession of a toy, chew bone or stolen item, this interaction must be avoided. If your animal is aggressive around human food, they should not be in the room while food is being prepared and consumed. Children must not walk around the home eating food if the animal is in the house.

If your pet is aggressive around their pet food then one should: • Prepare the pet’s food when the pet is outside or contained in another area of the house. • Place the prepared food in a room that can be closed/locked. • Let the pet into the room with the food. Close and lock the door, allowing the pet to eat without any contact. • Once the food is consumed, put the pet outside or contain in another area of the house. Once the pet is away from the food room, the human can retrieve the food bowl and put it away. If your pet is aggressive toward children, they must never be left alone together. An adult must closely supervise all interactions. If close supervision is not possible, the pet needs to be confined away from the children. Muzzles may be appropriate in some situations. All animals have the potential to bite, but those with known aggression issues require special interaction protocols and constant vigilance. Without it, someone will get hurt.

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hen it comes to fitness, the future is here! New tools enable us to track our progress and take control of our health like never before. If you’re looking to up your workout game, try one of my top five favorite fitness gadgets:

1. Wearable Monitors: These health trackers, usually in the form of a wristband, include features that measure steps taken and calories burned, heart rate and diet, fitness goals and even sleep and mood patterns. Comprehensive devices like the Fitbit Surge, Mio Fuse and Jawbone UP 24 can run between $130 and $250.

2. Fitness Apps: While they lack some of the in-depth features of a wearable monitor, health apps are a much cheaper (sometimes free!) alternative because they utilize the technology that’s already in your smartphone. Popular apps include MyFitnessPal Calorie Counter and Diet Tracker; the Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock, which tracks your sleep patterns; Map My Fitness, which uses your phone’s GPS to track jogging/

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n May, we recognize Older Americans Month to acknowledge older Americans and their contributions to the nation. More than 40 million people in the United States are 65 or older. By 2035, the U.S. Census Bureau projects this number will double, which makes improving the quality of life for older Americans even more important as we look to the future. It is Social Security’s priority to provide a safety net for older Americans. You can learn more about Social Security at www.socialsecurity.gov. The main reason Social Security was established 80 years ago was to help older Americans. For many, Social Security benefits are their only source of retirement income. Social Security payments continue for life and are adjusted to keep pace with inflation. The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) estimates that these benefits help keep 35 percent of older Americans out of poverty.

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A great tool for people of all ages is the my Social Security account. With a personalized my Social Security account, you can: • Get an estimate of future benefits, if you still work; • Get an instant letter with proof of current benefits; and • Manage your benefits. Visit socialsecurity.gov/myaccount and join the millions of people who have already created accounts to help them plan for retirement. Medicare, in effect since July 1, 1966, will also celebrate its 50th anniversary soon. Medicare provides health insurance to more than 42 million Americans age 65 and older. To learn more about applying for Medicare, read our publication “Applying For Medicare Only—Before You Decide.” To learn more about Social Security, read “Understanding the Benefits.” Both are available at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs.

as many as nine out of 10 women will be solely responsible for their finances at some point in their lives, according to the National Center for Women and Retirement Research. But that’s not stopping them. As it turns out, there is a lot that women are doing “right”: • Many women are responsible for the majority of household financial decisions, serving as the chief financial officer of their households. • Women are a formidable financial presence in this country, owning 8.3 million businesses and generating nearly $1.3 trillion in revenue. • Women juggle multiple priorities with work and family, and have natural instincts for planning. They research things thoroughly and ask questions. This could be why fewer women than men regret financial decisions; 43% of women say they haven’t made any financial mistakes versus 33% of men. Take charge of your finances What do women lack? In a word: confidence. “Beneath women’s reticence to talk about money lies a lack of confidence in their knowledge of financial planning and investing,“ says Kathy Murphy, president of Fidelity’s Personal Investing. “This lack of confidence is really self-imposed. Our analysis of more than 12 million investors shows that women actually demonstrated stronger saving rates than their male counterparts and enjoyed better long-term investment performance when they did engage. Unfortunately, too many women still hesitate to take control of their finances.”

you’ll feel much more comfortable making decisions. Find financial info and workshops at The Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement (WISER): wiserwomen.org. 2. Participate in programs at work. Many employers offer financial workshops and guidance through their 401(k) or 403(b) provider. If you don’t have a 401(k) or 403(b), consider contributing to a traditional or Roth IRA. 3. Turn to a pro. They can help you develop a customized plan with ongoing evaluations and adjustments as your needs evolve. Look for a good listener who communicates clearly about fees, professional designations and investment advice. 4. Find a financial friend. In the same way that “gym buddies” keep each other motivated, financial confidantes can help both parties make progress and hold each other accountable.Your financial friend can even be your spouse or partner. 5. Go online. Seek out other women who are looking to be more involved in their finances. Follow investors and investing companies on Facebook and Twitter, and get involved in online communities like FinCon (finconexpo.com) to connect with other women who invest. Start now “Women are more capable than they often give themselves credit for, and the same discipline that makes them dedicated savers can also be applied to investing,” says Murphy. “The key is to take action now to ensure that your money is working just as hard as you do, so you can achieve the goals and live the life you deserve.” Info from Fidelity (fidelity.com)

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Dear Shelly, Yes, you have the right to appeal Medicare’s denial if you feel that this service should be covered. An appeal is when you ask Medicare to reconsider its coverage decision. Before you start your appeal, read your Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) and any other letters you receive carefully. Be sure to contact Medicare for the denial reason if it has not already been provided. The steps for filing an appeal will be listed in your MSN; make sure you follow them closely, and stick to any deadlines that the letter outlines.It is helpful to also include any relevant medical records and a letter from your doctor in your appeal to verify that the service you received was medically

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By Janice Doyle Long-Term Care Coverage for Veterans he U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides health care benefits to veterans. The plan covers a number of health care services, including preventative services, diagnostic and treatment services and hospitalization. The VA also offers a number of longterm care options through its health plan. All enrolled veterans are eligible for the following services:

• Geriatric evaluation – provides either an inpatient or outpatient evaluation of a veteran’s ability to care for him or herself. • Adult day health care – a therapeutic day care program that provides medical and rehabilitation services to veterans. • Respite care – provides either inpatient or outpatient supportive care for veterans to allow caregivers to get a break. • Home care – nursing, physical therapy and other services provided in the veteran’s home. • Hospice/palliative care – provides services for terminally ill veterans and their families. Some services are limited to certain veterans: nursing home care and domiciliary care are not automatically available to all veterans enrolled in the VA health plan. The following veterans automatically qualify for unlimited nursing home care: • Veterans who are seeking nursing home care for a service-related condition

• Veterans with a service-connected disability rating of 70 percent or more • Veterans who have a serviceconnected disability of 60 percent and are unemployable.

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There are also state-run veteran’s nursing homes. The VA provides funds to states to help them build the homes and pays a portion of the costs for veterans eligible for VA health care. The states, however, set eligibility criteria for admission. A domiciliary is a VA facility that provides care on an ambulatory selfcare basis for veterans disabled by age or disease who are not in need of acute hospitalization and who do not need the skilled nursing services provided in a nursing home. Domiciliary care is available to low-income veterans with a disability. Long-term care co-payments The first 21 days of long-term care are free. Co-payments start on the 22nd day. Long-term care co-payments are calculated differently from other co-payments because they are set based on a special assessment form of the individual veteran’s financial status (not the same form as the one to determine eligiblity for free health care. This form assesses your current income as opposed to the previous year’s income.) The co-payments will be adjusted for each individual veteran based on his or her ability to pay. Once you have submitted a form, a social worker will contact you to let you know how much your co-payments will be. What to do if you can’t afford co-payments There are several options if you cannot afford your co-payments. One option is to request a waiver. You will have to submit proof that you can’t financially afford to make payments to the VA. If your income changed since you applied for free health care, you can request a hardship determination. This will change your priority group assignment. To do this, you will need to provide current financial information to the VA. Another option is to request a compromise and make a partial payment. Most compromise offers that are accepted must be for a lump sum payment payable in full 30 days from the date of acceptance of the offer. Info from ElderLawAnswers.com and other sources.

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• Do I need the TV or radio volume to be higher than my family and friends like it to be? • Do I frequently ask the person with whom I’m speaking to repeat what they just said? • Do I have trouble focusing on family and friends when we’re at a coffee shop or restaurant? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, you are likely experiencing signs of hearing loss. And if you’ve already been thinking that you may not hear as clearly as you once did, it’s time to do something about it. Don’t wait a week, a month, a year (or seven) to fight hearing loss—reconnect today with the ones you love through the FTRI amplified telephone program! Call 800-222-3448 or please visit www.FTRI.org/ ClearSounds1 to request an application. Know a Floridian friend or family member having trouble hearing on the phone? Let them know about FTRI, one of Florida’s open secrets. Florida is speaking up for better communication! If you are experiencing trouble with your current FTRI phone, have a change in your hearing or no longer need your FTRI phone, please contact FTRI’s Customer Care at 888-554-1151. FTRI is a statewide nonprofit 501 (c) 3 organization that administers the distribution of specialized telecommunications equipment for all Floridians with a hearing loss or speech challenge. A surcharge applied to landline subscribers funds the program as mandated by Florida’s Telecommunications Access System Act of 1991. #KeepFloridaConnected

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4119 SEEKING CHRISTIAN GENTLEMAN Former airline stewardess and model, 5’4”, 104 lbs., widow, slender, white with Ph.D. in healthcare. Fulbright scholar, eats healthy & exercises. Likes sports and animals. Loves the Lord. 4445 SEEKING THE GOOD LIFE. DBF 62YO, 6’1”, thick, attractive, loving, caring, Steve Harvey books are my kind of a man. Seeking the same. I love God and have lots of interests. Largo area. 4400 SLENDER, ATTRACTIVE, AFFECTIONATE LADY ISO gentleman for possible LTR. Enjoy togetherness, day trips, dancing, dining, to be there for each other, share good times. Age open. St. Pete area. 4462 LOOKING FOR A COMPANION. SWF, 74YY, 5’4”, hazel eyes, NS. ISO someone who enjoys dining out, movies, listening to music and sports. 4459 SMALL BLONDE, GREEN EYES, loves life, very healthy, sweet, NS, good values. If you like to try new things, contact me and we can talk and get to know each other. Smile; life treats you better when you smile.

4465 GOOD LOOKING, PROFESSIONAL HCF, 5’1”, very HWP, 65 but looking very young, home and business owner, intelligent conversation, Fun/short – long trips/ shows/concerts/dancing/dining/ cooking. ISO similar for LTR. 4466 ATTRACTIVE, ACTIVE, LOYAL 45 YO, petite philipino catholic widow, F, marriage minded. ISO catholic white gentleman, healthy, active, financially secure, 46 – 55 for loving LTR. Send photo w/letter. No inmates, NDrg, SD, NS please.

MEN SEEKING WOMEN 4437 MISSION IMPOSSIBLE SIZE FOUR. This SWM, 6’2’, 183# would love to meet very slender, active, educated female, late 50’s to early 60’s for day trips, museums, concerts, art fests, biking, etc. Ambition is a LTR with that very special person. 4441 INCESSANT, PASSIONATE, FAITHFUL, GENUINE Dare to think and be young again. Age is merely a number. Pure romantic (real) love is totally cerebral and emotional. I am building a home in the B.V.I. on the beach. Dare to be there with me! 4454 LOOKIN’ FOR OLD AND NEW fashioned lady. Love and sex both. 62 years old. Almost divorced white male.

150 lbs., 5’8”. Happy Christian. Warm, loving, romantic gentleman. No booze or drugs. 4455 M, C, ISO F, H, companion. I’m 63 years of age. 5’6”. I would love to meet the right lady. FF. From New Port Richey area, sincere, loyal and trustworthy. 4458 NICE LOOKING SWM, R, seeks SWL (Lesbian), trim, nice looking, NS, NDrg, for friendship only. Tampa area. 4460 FOREVER YOUNG AT 61. Retired professional SWM. 6’1”, husky 215 lbs with a good sense of humor seeking a sincere and passionate woman that likes dancing and going out to dine. Non Smoker, 50-65. New Port Richey area.

Commonly Used Abbreviations: F-Female, M-Male, S-Single, D-Divorced, WWWidow, A-Asian, B-Black, H-Hispanic, I-Indian, W-White, C-Christian, J-Jewish, YO-Years Old, YY-Years Young, ISO-In Search Of, SOH-Sense Of Humor, SM-Smokes, S-Light Smoker, NSNon Smoker, ND-Non Drinker, SD-Social (Light) Drinker, DR-Drinks, NDrg- No Drugs, LTR-Long Term Relationship, HWP-Height & Weight Proportional, R-Retired, P-Professional, FF-Friendship First, TLC-Tender Loving Care.

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f the N-S hands look familiar, that’s because they were featured in last month’s Bridge Bite. But the E-W hands have been changed, and East, who now has four trumps, could not resist doubling 4♥. That was not a wise move, as we are about to see. Last month, in the absence of a Double, Declarer played for 3-2 trumps, and as that turned out to be the case, 10 tricks could be made by winning the Spade lead, and ducking a round of trumps at Trick 2. Declarer could win the return, draw just one more round of trumps and, leaving one trump at large, could cash winners and cross-ruff his way to 10 tricks.

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Sounds Of Swing. It’s a special Mother’s Day Weekend concert and dance with the Sounds of Swing. In honor of Mother’s Day, moms get in free. Free dance lesson at 6:30 p.m. for all ticket holders (no partner needed). 8 p.m. Admission: $12 – $18.

Strings In The Spring. A concert featuring works by Beethoven, Schumann and Gliere with Florida Orchestra Principal Cellist James Connors and pianist Franz Mantini. 4 p.m. Admission: $14 – $20.

Art Makers & Cocktail Shakers. Complete a painting following the step-by-step direction of an art instructor and take home your masterpiece at the end. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. $38 – $42 Admission includes all of the materials for the evening’s project as well as one beverage. A cash bar will be available and participates are invited to bring non-alcoholic beverages and snacks to class.)

Jazz With Jim. A monthly concert hosted by Jim Burge and The Jazz Directions. The concert is best known for fusing personal stories by the musicians with popular jazz tunes suited for that month’s theme. Patrons can purchase home baked goods donated by the Center’s volunteers, which help complete the intimate ambiance. 7:30 p.m. Admission: $12 – $18.

A Night On Broadway. What would a Broadway musical be without the music? Join director Joshua Hobbs and the Carrollwood Winds as they tip their hat to musicians of Broadway’s most memorable musicals with song selections from Wicked, Les Miserables, The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, The Wizard of Oz and Carousel. 7 p.m. Admission: $10 – $16. Carrollwood Cultural Center is located at 4537 Lowell Road in Tampa. For tickets or more information, please call 813-269-1310.

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