Aging Times Magazine - August 2022

VOLUME 1 | ISSUE 18 | AUGUST 2022

CELEBRATING THE TRANSITIONS OF AGE page 14

THE NEED TO CONNECT IS REAL page 11

WHAT’S IN ACT 2 FOR YOU? page 12

AUGUST IS NATIONAL GOLF MONTH page 19

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONTENTS COVER STORY

14 Farewell to Summer

Celebrating the Transitions of Age

MONTHLY FEATURES 6 Social Security

Understanding the Need for a Representative Payee

COMING SOON

Aging Tree & Aging Times Magazine Presents 2nd Annual

7 DME Spotlight

Wall Mounted Shower Seats

8 Veterans Benefits

Veterans Compete at 2022 National Veterans Golden Age Games

9 VFW Auxiliary

Champion for Veterans

10 Medicare Minute

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Compare the Quality of Medicare Health & Drug Plans

11 Mental Health Moment

The Need to Connect Is Real

12 Healthy Living for the Soul What’s in Act 2 for you?

18 We Mustache You A Question ??

Are You Taking Adequate Care Of Your Skin?

19 Vacation Spotlight

August is National Golf Month

RESOURCES

17 Assisted Living Facility Spotlight New Year, New Home!

24 Senior Resource Rolodex

Resource Directory of Trusted Providers

25 Classifieds

Items for Sale, Industry Jobs, Services, and More

23 Favorite Recipes Pumpkin Bread

Relax & Play Brain Games 20 Crossword Puzzle 22 Sudoku

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FOUNDERS/OWNERS Priscilla & Bruce Kincaid MANAGING EDITOR Priscilla Kincaid, RN, BSN, MBA DIRECTOR OF ADVERTISING Priscilla Kincaid, RN, BSN, MBA ART DIRECTOR/GRAPHIC DESIGNER Casey Marshall

August already! Can you believe it? It seems each month I continue to reiterate how the time is flying. However just saying the word August in terms of indicating the month we are presently in was a moment of reality sinking in. It’s a moment of reality to know that the days move so, so quickly.

For our family it brings a time of our children are preparing to go back to school. Our youngest starting VPK and the days of long summer nights, pool parties, and beach days, have now become Summer 2022 memories. If only we could freeze time… Freezing time to have the endless opportunity to enjoy the laughter and innocence of our youth and live vicariously through the eyes of our children and grandchildren.

It is what sparked the theme of this edition. Our dedicated writer Cheryl reminded us just how quickly life moves and how opportunities are always available for the next phase. How you may ask… Well, through story. Her story on how to create your “Act 2.” The nudge that no chapter is ever over but just the beginning of a new adventure. One for all of us to write our next series of memories and opportunities. Her passion certainly got my mind thinking… What passion, hobbies, or trips have you always wanted to pursue and maybe just did not in the past? The time can be now, the time can be anytime. Finding that joy is key, just as Cheryl shares!

Cheryl and Adrienne speak along the same lines of finding the joy this month and how doing that internal search and establishing the next chapter carries forward. Adrienne’s Cover and Feature navigates us through the adaption to change. Speaking in terms of welcoming the end of summer and transitioning back into our “normal” lifestyle of living by school calendars, grandchildren’s recitals and pageants, or baseball games. But also reminding us there is a season for everything. Welcoming the next season of this year with open arms and creating the plan for your family’s needs.

We hope you enjoy this edition as much as we do as we all embark on transition into our next season this year.

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Priscilla & Bruce Kincaid, Founders/Owners

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Beth Douglas Cheryl Floyd Adrienne Freeland Karen Heikkila Harry Martinez CONTACT US Aging Times Magazine 815 S. Volusia Ave., Suite 5 Orange City, FL 32763 Office: 386-626-2446 Email: marketing.agingtree@gmail.com www.agingtree.com Facebook.com//TheAgingTimesMagazine For advertising inquiries, please contact Priscilla Kincaid at marketing.agingtree@gmail.com or 386-626-2446 ©2022 by Aging Tree, LLC. Aging Times Magazine is the official publication of Aging Tree, LLC. All rights reserved. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced without the permission from Aging Tree, LLC. We do not necessarily endorse the views expressed in the articles and advertisements, nor are we responsible for the products and services advertised. Check with a healthcare professional regarding appropriate use of any treatment.

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SOCIAL SECURITY

UNDERSTANDING THE NEED FOR A REPRESENTATIVE PAYEE You may know someone who gets a monthly Social Security benefit or Supplemental Security Income payment and who also needs help managing their money. If someone you know needs help, we can appoint a person or an organization to act as a “representative payee” responsible for receiving and managing a person’s benefits.

When we assign a representative payee, we select someone who knows the beneficiary’s needs and can make decisions about how to best use their benefits for their care and wellbeing. Representative payees are responsible for completing an annual form to account for the benefit payments they receive and manage. They must complete this form and return it to Social Security by mail or, if they have a personal my Social Security account, they can file it online using the Representative Payee portal. Account holders can get a benefit verification letter and manage direct deposit and wage reporting for their beneficiaries. Learn more about the portal at www.ssa.gov/myaccount/rep-payee.html.

You also have the option to identify, in advance, up to three individuals you trust to serve as your future representative payee and help manage your benefits, if the need arises.

We call this Advance Designation. We offer Advance Designation to capable adults and emancipated minors who are applying for or already receiving Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security Income, or Special Veterans Benefits.

With Advance Designation, you and your family can enjoy peace of mind knowing someone you trust may be appointed to manage your benefits. Find more information about: • Advance Designation at www.ssa.gov/payee/advance_ designation.htm.

• Representative Payees at www.ssa.gov/payee.

• Training videos on the duties of a representative payee at www.ssa.gov/payee/rp_training2.html.

• Publications about representative payees at www.ssa.gov/ payee/newpubs.htm.

If you know someone who needs help managing their monthly benefits, please consider becoming a representative payee. You can also help by sharing this information with friends and family.

SOCIAL SECURITY SERVES PEOPLE LIKE YOU: VETERANS, WOMEN, LGBTQ+, AND MORE. We have provided vital benefits and services to hard working Americans for nearly 90 years. America has an increasingly diverse population with a variety of needs.

To meet those diverse needs, we’ve created webpages that speak directly to groups of people who may need information about our programs and services.

Veterans (www.ssa.gov/veterans) - We proudly serve wounded warriors and veterans who sacrificed to preserve our treasured American freedoms. Many veterans do not know they might be eligible for disability benefits from Social Security.

Women (www.ssa.gov/women) - Social Security plays an important role in providing economic security for women.

A woman who is 65 years old today can expect to live, on average, another two decades. Since women have longer life expectancies than men, they typically live more years in retirement and have a greater risk of exhausting their sources of income. Women also tend to have lower lifetime earnings than men, which usually means they’ll receive lower benefits. These are just a few reasons why women need to plan early and wisely for retirement. We’re here to make sure women have the information they need to plan for those golden years.

LGBTQ+ (www.ssa.gov/people/lgbtq/) - Our agency touches the life of every American, both directly and indirectly. Our commitment extends to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people covered by Social Security’s many programs and services.

Check out even more of our People Like Me webpages at www.ssa.gov/people. Please share them on social media and with friends and family!

Harry Martinez, Social Security District Manager Phone: 1-866-964-7396 | www.ssa.gov

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DME SPOTLIGHT

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The bathroom can be one of the most accident-prone locations in the home. Integrating the use of safety items such as a Wall Mounted Shower Seats provides security and independence in the shower. Security and Independence that does not come with bulkiness while being accommodative and provide the ability to fold up and allow others to shower without taking up space is a key feature for many. Just thinking about having to remove a shower chair from the shower, or even as we have seen some hide their needs and take the “risk” during the time of being in the presence of company tends to drive individual decisions on having family come and visit or go to visit family. Why take the risk of having an accident happen in the shower and losing out on precious time with family during the holidays?

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VETERANS BENEFITS

VETERANS COMPETE AT 2022 NATIONAL VETERANS GOLDEN AGE GAMES National Senior Sports Event Returns to Live Competition

cornhole, horseshoes, nine ball, pickleball, powerwalk, shuffleboard, table tennis and track and field. Exhibitions this year included air rifle for those visually impaired and kickball as a team sport.

“The Golden Age Games saved my life,” said Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Air Force Veteran Linda Morgan. “Before the games, you know I was really going downhill. I was scared.

The games motivate me to stay active and keep moving. My first year was in 2016 in Detroit. It got me moving and I haven’t missed one game since.”

After two years of virtual participation at-home, approximately 500 Veterans from across the country competed in the Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Veterans Golden Age Games, July 18-23, in South Dakota.

Military Veterans aged 55 and older returned to live competition and clinics at multiple venues throughout Sioux Falls.

Through its “Fitness for Life” motto, the National Veterans Golden Age Games motivates Veterans to commit to fitness through daily recreational movement and activity. The rehabilitation event demonstrates the essential value of sports and complements VA rehabilitation programs and year-round training offered to Veterans at VA facilities across the country.

“Inspiring and supporting Veterans to take part in activities they enjoy is crucial for not just their physical health, but also their mental health,” said VA Adaptive Sports and Arts Director Leif Nelson. “Rehabilitation programs like the National Veterans Golden Age Games use sports to motivate Veterans of all abilities as they serve as active and fit role models in their communities.”

During the six-day event, senior Veteran athletes competed in 14 sports: air pistol, air rifle, badminton, blind disc golf, boccia,

VA presents the annual event with support from national sponsors, Veterans Canteen Service and other corporate and local sponsors that recognize the role fitness plays in lives of older Americans.

Since 2004, the National Veterans Golden Age Games have been a qualifier for the National Senior Games, a member of the U.S. Olympic Committee. Medalists of some National Veterans Golden Age Games events can compete further among America’s elite senior athletes.

Source: https://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=5806

VA Launches Improved Access to Care Website Based on Veteran feedback and VA Secretary Denis McDonough’s commitment to ensuring timely access to care, the Department of Veterans Affairs launched an improved Access to Care website that now offers a simplified, user-friendly experience to make it easier for Veterans to make informed decisions as they plan their health care appointments.

Effective July 19, Veterans and the public will be able to see Veteran experience information for care delivered through VA facilities and will have a clearer view of average wait times, with more detailed information on available health care services and specialties.

“VA is listening to Veterans, incorporating their feedback and reviewing access to care across the organization,” said Deputy Under Secretary for Health, Performing the Delegable Duties of the Under Secretary for Health Steven L. Lieberman, M.D. “As a national leader in health care access and transparency, this change in the presentation of Veteran-facing information ensures Veterans receive the world-class care they have earned and deserve.”

The new Access to Care website also ensures that as VA sites transition to a new electronic health record management system, Veterans will have information on timeliness for care at those facilities.

Source: https://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=5808

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VFW AUXILIARY

CHAMPION FOR VETERANS Debbie Gates, the newly elected VFW Auxiliary District 19 President is photographed with her husband, Chris Gates, now District 19 Commander. Together, they have set a vision of success in caring for the veterans, their families, as well as our community. Debbie and Chris have both served in the United States Navy. They work together, during their time in active duty, and in civilian life.

She has been President of the Family Readiness group for the Aircraft Carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, as well as the liaison between the enlisted and officer spouses to the commanding officer. In 2013, Debbie implemented the Ombudsman program. During this time, she was the leader in handling family issues with both enlisted and officers.

Becoming a life member of the VFW Auxiliary in Kenosha, Wisconsin in 2013, Debbie served by assisting grieving spouses with memorial services, visiting nursing homes, hospitals, and assisted living facilities. In 2017, Debbie and her family relocated to Port Orange, where she continued her services in the Auxiliary. Debbie has been elected to her positions as President at VFW Post 3282, and District 19 President for the year June 2022-2023. Debbie has been appointed to the Department of Florida as Patriotic Instructor and Americanism Chairman.

A few important goals as Patriotic Instructor are teaching the community about our American flag, flag etiquette, honoring the POW/MIA, and Star Families.

Today, our local Auxiliaries help support: VFW Veterans Village in Fort McCoy, FL, Emory L. Bennett State Veterans Nursing Home in Daytona Beach, Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities, VFW National Home for Children in Michigan.

The Department of Florida Auxiliary Presidents’ moto for 2022-2023 is “Champion for Veterans.” Debbie Gates is just that.

There are five Auxiliaries in Volusia: • DeBary Post 8093 • DeLand Post 2380 • New Smyrna Beach Post 4250 • Daytona Beach Post 1590 • Port Orange Post 3282 • Additionally, in Flagler County, Palm Coast Post 8696 For more information about VFW Auxiliary visit out National website at https://vfwauxiliary.org/.

Karen Heikkila is the Historian Media Relations for District 19 in Daytona Beach. She is also Jr. Vice President, and Legislative Chairman. Karen's passion is to serve Veterans and their families, and our community.

DATES TO REMEMBER 2022 Veterans Day - November 11 Pearl Harbor Day - December 7 2023 Washington's Birthday (Presidents Day) - 3rd Monday in February National Vietnam Way Veterans Day - March 29 Loyalty Day - May 1 V-E Day (Victory in Europe Day) - May 8 Armed Forces Day - 3rd Saturday in May Memorial Day - May 30 (traditional; Observed Last Monday in May) Flag Day - June 14 Independence Day - July 4 Patriot Day - September 1 Constitution Day & Citizenship Day - September 17 POW/MIA Recognition Day - 3rd Friday in September Gold Star Mother's/Father's Day - Last Sunday in September Aging Times Magazine | August 2022

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MEDICARE MINUTE

Compare the Quality of Medicare Health & Drug Plans When you visit Medicare.gov/plan-compare to find and compare health and drug plans, you’ll see a star rating system for Medicare health and drug plans. The overall star rating gives an overall rating of the plan’s quality and performance for the types of services each plan offers.

For plans that cover health services, this is a summary rating of health plan quality for many medical/health care services that fall into 5 categories and includes: 1. Staying healthy—screenings, tests, and vaccines: Whether members got various screenings, tests, vaccines, and other check-ups to help them stay healthy.

2. Managing chronic (long-term) conditions: How often members with certain conditions got recommended tests and treatments to help manage their condition.

3. Member experience with health plan: Member surveys about the plan.

4. Member complaints and changes in the health plan’s performance: How often members had problems with the plan. Includes how much the plan’s performance improved (if at all) over time.

5. Health plan customer service: How well the plan handles member calls and questions.

For plans that cover prescription drugs, this is a summary rating of drug plan quality for drug-related services that fall into 4 categories and includes: 1. Drug plan customer service: How well the plan handles member calls and questions.

2. Member complaints and changes in the drug plan’s performance: How often members had problems with the plan. Includes how much the plan’s performance improved (if at all) over time.

3. Member experience with drug plan: Member surveys about the plan.

4. Drug safety and accuracy of drug pricing: How accurate the plan’s pricing information is and how often members with certain medical conditions are prescribed drugs in a way that’s safer and clinically recommended for their condition.

For plans that cover both health services and prescription drugs, the overall star rating for quality and performance covers all of the topics above.

You can compare the quality of health care providers and Medicare plan services nationwide by visiting Medicare.gov or by calling your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP).

Source: Medicare & You Handbook 2022: Section 9, Pg. 112

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MENTAL HEALTH MOMENT

THE NEED TO CONNECT IS REAL “We are hardwired to connect with others, it’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives, and without it there is suffering.”-Brené Brown

Relationships are so incredibly vital to our existence. They give our lives ‘texture’ and meaning. Romantic relationships take many forms. For those who have been in long-term marriages especially, losing a spouse can be devastating. Some may vow to never again have a ‘companion’ or ‘significant other,’ but others may be open to finding someone special to spend time with – whether romantic or plutonic. Emotional intimacy can provide a tremendous sense of purpose and fulfillment. After all, we are social creatures. The need to connect at any level is a need that can be as vital as food, water, and shelter.

Are Mature Adults Serious About Dating?

The National Library of Medicine reports that older adults typically report higher levels of satisfaction with their social relationships than younger adults. The number of cohabiting adults over 50 has risen 75% in the past decade, versus a 20-24% increase in all other age groups. Reports state that 55% of these boomer cohabitants are divorced and 13% are widowed, and 27% have never been married. (Pew Research*) The rise in adults living without a spouse or partner has also occurred against the backdrop of a third important demographic shift: the aging of American adults. Older adults (55 and older) are more likely to have a spouse or partner than younger adults. So, it is surprising that the share of adults who are unpartnered has risen even though relatively more Americans are older.

“Love doesn’t make the world go ‘round; love is what makes the ride worthwhile.” -Franklin P. Jones Professor Emerita Dr. Nancy K. Schlossberg, author of Too Young to Be Old, says senior relationships can be about a meaningful connection, which often includes sex or physical intimacy. They can also be about comfort and security, a close friendship, even marriage. Whatever the particular outcome, the importance of having a special relationship beyond close friends and family is important for many.

AARP’s study, “Lifestyles, Dating and Romance: A Study of Midlife Singles,” pinpoints some broad gender differences: women desire companionship and men generally desire companionship and sex.

The takeaway, Nancy says, is that there are some things that connect all ages—the need to matter to someone else, the need to love and be loved, the need to be appreciated. To make this happen, she says it is necessary to identify your connectors—those people you know with whom you can

discuss your interest in meeting someone else. Then consider how you will reach people you do not know, possibly through social media or at a senior center. Every contact does not end in immediate success. Sometimes it takes contacting two or three connectors. It is a “what's next” strategy that can work.

The beauty of older adults meeting at a senior center is that it is, of course, an organic way to meet, that allows for activity-centered interaction. Many people find that making new friends can be two-fold; finding new people to laugh, converse and have fun with – and meeting new acquaintances that may turn into romantic relationships. With activities ranging from music and dance to art, chair yoga and other forms of exercise, senior activity centers fill a very important need for aging adults – the need to connect and interact with others.

Silver Linings of Dating for Mature People

Pepper Schwartz, PhD, author of Dating After 50 for Dummies and co-author of RX for Relationships, says that “Roles and relationships are changing. You don’t have to live together or see each other every day to be in a committed relationship.

‘Living apart together’ is an arrangement that lets people have the freedom to innovate how they have a relationship.”

Our priorities generally become different, as we age. Pepper also says that we are not usually as guided by “surface” attraction. As older adults, we tend to be more focused on personality. We may be looking for more of a peer. We have better values; are usually more evolved and have a greater sense of gratitude.

The biggest percentage increase in dating has been in people over 50. Online dating is an option that more and more seniors are exploring in effort to find their special someone. Technology and online resources have become more common tools in exploring the dating realm.

“Don’t get discouraged. It might take a little while. You’ll get more comfortable with dating as you go. Stay the course,” Pepper adds. Don’t retreat into your world from fear. Have the confidence to give things a try. The potential rewards are well worth the risk.

Beth Douglas is a Marketing Communications professional and Feature Writer with a background in advertising and senior care. She is also an advocate for seniors living with dementia-related illness and is trained in senior care consulting. She is currently Manager of Marketing and Communications for Senior Friendship Centers in Sarasota, Florida.

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HEALTHY LIVING FOR THE SOUL

WHAT’S IN ACT 2 FOR YOU? Reminiscing over my childhood recently, I recalled a seventh grade teacher who assigned parts to the class and we all performed in skits. Afterwards, he encouraged me to pursue theater. I am grateful for teachers who were supportive. I did follow through in high school, but it took years after to try out again. There were two opportunities in my early thirties, but then my career and family were my first priorities and there was little time to pursue theater.

Later, I discovered the book The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron. The book is set up as a 12-week program that can be practiced alone or with a group.

All of us are born creative; yet many meet discouragement or criticism which may lead to leaving behind our creative interests.

Or we were told we couldn’t make a living at our craft and needed something more productive and lucrative. Carol King, famous for writing song lyrics for performers, didn’t think she could sing well enough for the stage because a music coach said her voice was too hoarse to be a professional singer. Fortunately, James Taylor encouraged her to sing before live audiences and a performance star was born.

One of the activities in The Artist’s Way includes morning pages; a journaling process to help release anxious, selfdoubting thoughts and to encourage personal growth, awareness, and creativity. I came across my morning pages from 1998 where I expressed how much I enjoyed theater, but thought it too time-consuming and interfered with my roles 12

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as a mother of young children, wife and my career. When I read my words from twenty-two years ago, I realized that those reasons are no longer a part of my life. I now have the time, but the doubter in me said, “Yes, but do you still have the ability to remember lines. Could you get parts?” Last fall a friend encouraged me to take a small role in a local stage production. I rediscovered my love of theater and recently tried out for another show. I am so excited and scared too.

What if I fail? What if I can’t remember my lines? But what if I never tried? That would be the bigger downfall. Yes, this experience will stretch my skills. I have doubts and concerns, yet I am excited about the adventure.

Act 2 begins when we make the decision to allow our inner child to play. Our senior years can offer us the time and resources to re-visit what we loved as a child. What hobbies brought you joy? What did you always want to try, but never took the chance? Make a list those childhood hobbies. Is there something that still makes you smile and brings you joy?

It doesn’t have to be grand. I loved making mud pies when I was child, today I enjoy gardening. Did you like playing card games? Invite a few friends over for game night. It’s not too late. Allow yourself to find joy with an old hobby or pastime.

Cheryl Floyd, Speaker/Storyteller and Heal your Life® Coach. Cheryl Floyd is a graduate of East Tennessee State University’s Master Storytelling program Her career includes over thirty years in education, publishing, life coaching, public speaking, and storytelling. www.cherylfloyd.com

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CELEBRATING THE TRANSITIONS OF AGE

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It's funny how decades after we see our children through school, our lives still seem to revolve around the school calendar. June through August feel like the right time for summer vacation, the ocean is finally warm enough for a swim, and you're free to visit family far and wide. Summer is an exciting and energizing time that can leave us all craving the rest and recovery that fall brings—the chance to breathe deeply, recover, and prepare for the coming holidays.

The transition into fall reminds me that we're always in transition. Just when it starts to feel like life is in a groove (or a rut for some), things begin to change.

Work changes, our relationships evolve, new inspiration hits us, and we're shot into the direction of the next season of our lives. Our evolution is constant, better than the alternative, as they say, but transitions in your later years can feel different.

When we're young, each new transition brings new responsibilities and often more autonomy over our bodies and our lives. As we age, it can feel like we're moving in the wrong direction. We're often asked to hand over our power and autonomy to the children and grandchildren we raised. My question is simple. How does one survive the transitions of aging with grace, autonomy, and joy intact?

WHEN RETIREMENT COMES CALLING

Retirement is one of the most significant transitions many people will go through in life (assuming you're able or interested). Most people work continuously from ages 20 through at least 65. That's at least 45 years in the workforce, often in careers that become a part of your identity. Then, at the ripe age of 65 (give or take), you're expected to set it down and move on.

only cultivate with time. It's a shame to let all of that knowledge go to waste. If you can find a place to stay connected and use your time and talents for the benefit of others, you'll continue to feel purposeful and motivated once the reality of retirement sinks in.

Make sure you have a good community.

One of the many benefits of work is the builtin community. You go to work each day and are guaranteed to connect with coworkers, clients, and customers. For some people, losing these connections during retirement can be lonesome. Find ways to connect with people. Religious groups, clubs, or service organizations are great places to start.

Allow yourself time to adjust.

The retirement transition can be a doozy! Remember that retirement marks a complete 180-degree lifestyle and identity shift for many people. Be gentle and patient with yourself. It may take you time to adjust to your new normal. And, for heaven's sake, enjoy it!

OUR BODIES, THEY ARE A-CHANGING

At some point in midlife, each of us will have a revelation that our body is changing and will never be what it once was. Whether it's noticing your first wrinkle or coming to terms with the fact that you can't keep up with your grandkids the way you once could, adjusting to your changing body can be a harsh realization. Aging is hard, but as they say, it's better than the alternative!

Prioritize your health.

The thing about work, though it's not always fun, is that it provides a sense of meaning and purpose to our lives. When we cut the tether that linked us to our identity as a teacher, accountant, or farmer, we have to find new places to attach ourselves, or else we feel like we're floating away.

The best way to smooth the aging transition within your body is to maintain a healthy lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle means different things to different people, but the essential factors are diet, exercise, sleep, and stress regulation. Taking care of your body is key to ensuring that your body will take good care of you as you age. Talk to your physician about a diet and exercise routine that will help mitigate the effects of aging and help you navigate your changing body.

Find a place to serve.

Be realistic about your expectations.

I can only imagine the incredible depth and breadth of knowledge and experience combined in all the people who will read this article. Your years of work experience gave you hands-on practical knowledge about your chosen field and wisdom that you can

You may have been a marathon runner or a competitive gymnast in your youth, but there's a good chance your aging body won't allow you to keep up the same level of effort as you age. Be realistic with yourself about what you can do. Treat your body continued on page 16

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kindly and find attainable types of exercise as your body goes through the many transitions of age. That you exercise is more important than how you exercise.

THE BIG RELOCATION

One of the last significant transitions that many aging people make is moving from the home they love into a smaller house, perhaps an assisted living or retirement facility. Even when you're confident that you're making the right decision and are excited to live in a home more suited to your lifestyle, transitioning to a new home can be a tough pill to swallow.

As with any transition, allowing yourself to experience the feelings that come up is essential. Grief is a normal part of significant life changes, and it's perfectly normal and sometimes necessary to walk through it. Here are some things that may help ease your transition and pass from grief to excitement for your new life.

Make it feel like home.

Make sure to arrange your space with items that make you feel comfortable and at home. Your house may feel like a temple to all of your favorite family memories. But you'll find that many of those beautiful memories live on in the treasured items that adorn your walls. Once you've landed in your new space, fill your walls with family photographs and fill the space with heirloom furniture, and you'll feel at home in no time.

Invite loved ones in

Your new space may feel foreign at first, be it an assisted living facility or a downsized home. The best way to warm it up is to fill it with brand new memories. Invite your friends and family to fill it with warmth and laughter and make brand new memories. Opening your doors to loved ones is an easy way to ease the transition into a new living situation.

Make it perfectly you.

Have you always wanted a craft room, library, or home gym? There is no better time to create the space you want than when transitioning into a new home. In the past, you considered every member of your family's needs when planning your home. Now, as you transition into the home where you plan to age gracefully, you can make it perfectly and authentically you.

As we welcome the end of summer, I can't help but think about the transitions ahead of us. We'll pack away our summer clothes and turn down the air conditioning in the coming months. We'll bid farewell to daylight savings once again and prepare for darker evenings and more time spent cozying up inside. Ancient wisdom reminds us there is a season for everything. Let's all agree to welcome this next season with joy and anticipation. The world could use a little more of that.

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Using skills developed in her former career as a professional fundraiser, Adrienne collaborates with her clients to craft engaging, targeted content.

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ARE YOU TAKING ADEQUATE CARE OF YOUR SKIN? August is one of the hottest months here in the Southeastern United States. In part, I suppose, because we're all sufficiently overheated and praying for fall to roll in by August. But, it may take another few months to feel the temperatures cool off in Florida.

Naturally, the summer months make us think more than usual about protecting our skin.

We're spending more time outside, and the heat constantly reminds us of the sun's propensity to scorch.

But, UV rays have no preference for seasons, and sun protection is critical all year.

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We'll get into the risks of not using sun protection in a minute. First, if I might appeal to your vanity for a minute, significant data shows that sun exposure is the primary contributor to premature aging. Up to 80% of visible facial aging is believed to be caused by sun exposure. The most common symptoms are wrinkling, sun spots, decreased elasticity, and broken capillaries. If you're concerned about maintaining a youthful glow, sun protection should be a top priority.

As important as it is to look and feel your best, the most essential reason to invest in good skin protection is to prevent skin cancer. Sunscreen is the first thing that pops into most people's minds when they think of skin protection, but it's just the tip of the iceberg.

When purchasing sunscreen, look for broad spectrum products (meaning they protect against both UVA and UVB) at a minimum of 30 SPF. And remember that sunscreen is not a product you only lather on just before going to the beach.

Invest in a moisturizer with SPF to know that your skin is protected every time you leave the house.

Finally, you can't depend on sunscreen as your first and last line of defense against UV rays. Invest in suitable coverup clothing and accessories that will protect your skin. A good umbrella, wide-brimmed hat, and swim shirt should be essential beach bag items right next to your book of choice, favorite chair, and ice cold drink.

Adrienne Freeland is a freelance writer who specializes in helping business owners communicate more clearly.

Using skills developed in her former career as a professional fundraiser, Adrienne collaborates with her clients to craft engaging, targeted content.

VACATION SPOTLIGHT

AUGUST IS NATIONAL GOLF MONTH So, you’re ready to get away. It’s been two long years of being shut in, and for your first getaway you want to make sure it makes both of you happy…Why not plan a golf vacation? Even for the non-golfer or beginner golfer, you can plan a golf experience that will be fun for all.

Especially when August is National Golf Month.

So, what kinds of golf vacations can we plan?

International and Traditional: St. Andrews Old Course in Scotland. The game of golf and life are intertwined like nowhere else when you’re in the birthplace of golf: St. Andrews, Scotland. The heart and soul of the game pumps from St. Andrews, and for most golfers getting to play a round on the Old Course is a rite of passage.

When planning a golf-centric getaway to Scotland, go with a plan in mind for golfers and non-golfers alike. There are so many things you can do and see in Scotland, including: • St. Andrews Old Course and Town • Trace Your Family History • Taste Scotch Whisky and See How It’s Made • Sheep Dog Herding Experience • The Royal Military Tattoo • Culloden Battlefield • Edinburgh Castle • Inveraray Castle European Rivers: The Danube River is already the most requested river to visit and cruise. But did you know it’s also a golf-lover’s dream? Our partners at AmaWaterways have taken your golf dreams and turned them into reality aboard the Ama Magna. From Prague to Budapest, you can experience up to five courses—four of which are European PGA Tour venues—throughout Prague, Germany, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary.

What should you know before you go?

• For the non-golfer in your life, AmaWaterways has at least three included excursions offered at every port of call.

• AmaWaterways will have a golf concierge onboard your ship that takes care of everything: tee times, transportation

to and from the ship, golf clubs, golf balls, carts, even lunch and a drink afterward.

• Golfing while on a river cruise is flexible and guaranteed down to two golfers.

• All-inclusive- Ama has thought of it all- they have a golf concierge onboard your ship that takes care of everything from t times to transportation to and from the ship, golf clubs, golf balls, cart, even lunch and a drink afterward.

• This type of trip is custom or tailor made and it is visiting all private golf courses.

I already thought River Cruising was one of the best ways to travel through Europe, but an all-inclusive experience for the golfer in your life, this makes river cruising even better.

Caribbean: Looking for a golf getaway a little closer to home?

Try a Sandals all-inclusive getaway. Sandals has golf courses in Jamaica, St. Lucia, and the Bahamas. There’s a tee for every level of skill, even for first timers. But don’t worry, they’re also some of the most prestigious courses in the Caribbean. And the green fees are included.

What you should know before you go: • Sandals is all-inclusive, so your room, food, drinks (including adult beverages), specialty dining, beach chairs, and gratuities are all included. You can leave your wallet behind and just ENJOY. • Stay at 1 but play at the others. There are many great things about Sandals, but the ability to use another property’s amenities, dine at restaurants, and soak up the sun at the other beaches and pools is a great perk. With transportation included to the golf courses and the resorts, there’s more than enough to do for the non-golfer and golfer alike.

Whether you are looking for a river cruise or a fly and stay, our team at Roseborough Travel will be happy to help you plan your getaway.

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REDUCE YOUR CHANCE OF FALLING BY TREATING PAINFUL FOOT AND ANKLE CONDITIONS

The foot and ankle pain you are experiencing may be treatable, according to certified surgeon Zachary A. Cavins, DPM, FACFAS, a member of AdventHealth Medical Group’s Foot and Ankle Surgery team. And, treating your pain could make the difference between an active lifestyle and one that is prone to dangerous falls.

As we grow older, we may develop arthritic aches and pains that we often attribute to “just part of old age.” While it is true that our joints and ligaments take on additional stresses as our feet and ankles age — especially when we are trying to maintain an active lifestyle — it is important to remember that pain is not always normal.

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Over time, these arthritic pains can cause you to change how you walk. And these changes in walking can lead to loss of balance, which can lead to falls. These are extremely dangerous — and potentially deadly. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that falls are a leading cause of injury deaths among Americans over the age of 65. A single fall can permanently injure you, rob you of your independence and instantly change your quality of life.

Seniors here in Central Florida are more active than ever, and don’t want to be held back by painful arthritis, especially in the feet and ankles.

Painful foot and ankle conditions such as multiple joint arthritis, bunions and hammertoes, as well as diabetic peripheral neuropathy, are some of the conditions that make maintaining your balance more difficult.

For more information or to make an appointment, call 386-943-3175 or visit VolusiaFlaglerOrtho.com.

Zachary A. Cavins, DPM, FACFAS, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and is certified in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. In his podiatry practice in DeLand, his team often can recommend simple and conservative pain-relieving measures that may eliminate foot and ankle pain, and in turn improve balance and decrease the risk of falling. Should surgical intervention be required for painful foot deformities, simple techniques often can be performed, usually on an outpatient basis. Some can even have you walking the same day!

Unfortunately, in some instances, you may require larger reconstructive procedures for foot and ankle pain. However, new and advanced surgical techniques, including arthroscopic foot and ankle surgery and total ankle joint replacements, offer an alternative to ankle fusion should you want to remain active.

Consult with a foot and ankle surgeon who can provide you with an individualized plan of care for your painful foot and ankle condition.

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Did you know that August is actually National Golf Month?

It really is! Golf is a sport that speaks to enthusiasts universally. What we mean by this is it is played close to identically all over the world. Whether playing a round of golf in the US or going to Europe if you are going to enjoy a game of golf the most difference you will find even knowing no two rounds of golf are ever the same, many say the biggest difference is going to be your scenery.

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At the beginning of the game, the 9x9 grid will have some of the squares filled in. Your job is to use logic to fill in the missing digits and complete the grid. Don’t forget, a move is incorrect if: • Any row contains more than one of the same number from 1 to 9 • Any column contains more than one of the same number from 1 to 9 • Any 3x3 grid contains more than one of the same number from 1 to 9

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Golf originally was played in Scottland somewhere between the 1740’s and 1750’s.

Many historic recordings indicate it was on the Eastern Coast of Scottland near the capital.

Original Golf Clubs were made of wood and not just any wood. Golfers would seek out clubs made from apple, pear or even beech wood until materials advanced to what we find today.

Some of the first golf balls are noted to be made out of wood and even before sapp also known as “Gutty.”

There are over 50 million golfers worldwide and over 900 Million Rounds of Golf played each year.

FAVORITE RECIPES LET'S KICK OFF PUMPKIN SPICE SEASON EARLY!

PUMPKIN BREAD

August tends to be a busy month; it is a month of transition from Summer to Fall and let’s face it who doesn’t count down the days until Pumpkin Spice smells flood every store we go into! Why not kick off the season with a pumpkin spice recipe to enjoy and you can make at home.

Pumpkin bread is so popular in our home and makes our home smell like the holidays are approaching.

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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and Flower two 8 ½” x 4 ½” Loaf Pans 2. In a bowl, beat together your wet ingredients: oil, sugar, eggs, pumpkin, vanilla and water.

3. In a separate bowl combine your flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg. Be sure to stir just to combine 4. Once you beat together your wet ingredients slowly add in your dry combination, again stirring to combine 5. Spoon or pour your batter into your loaf pans 6. Bake for 45-50 minutes depending on your oven be sure to use either a cake tester or toothpick insert it into the center of the loaf. The loaf is done when comes out clean.

7. Once done remove from the oven, let it cool on a rack and slice to serve!

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