Fairfield County Boomers & Beyond July 2015 ebook

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– A full continuum of eldercare to anticipate every need p2

The Greens at GreenwichExcellence in Dementia Care! p3

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Financial retirement solutions for seniors p9

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How to handle the summer heat PAGE 3

The heat is on with summer officially kicking into high gear. Many people dread the dog days of summer because they worry about becoming overheated.

Heat stroke and related health issues are a real concern, but don’t have to keep you from enjoying some fun in the sun. Make sure you stay cool with these Boomers & Beyond tips: Keep your home cool. Have fans in the room and open windows for cross-ventilation.

If you can’t afford to have air conditioning in your entire home, make sure to have an air conditioner in one room. It is essential to have a place to go if you get overheated. You can spend time in this air conditioned room on the hottest days so you don’t face the risk of heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

Go swimming. A local pool or beach is an excellent place to get exercise and keep cool. Go into the water for some relief.

Swim, float or just wade around.

If you are at home, go into a cool shower for a few minutes to bring your body temperature down. Have a water bottle in the refrigerator to spray on yourself when it gets hot.

Drink water throughout the day. Have a glass of water every 20 minutes to a half hour.

Avoid alcoholic beverages in the heat as well as sugary sodas. Water is the best way to stay hydrated and keep cool.

Keep beverages with electrolytes in your refrigerator in case you get very sweaty and feel fatigued. The National Institutes of Health also recommend staying away from beverages with caffeine.

Wear loose fitting clothing made from natural fabrics such as cotton. Synthetic fabrics hold in the heat and make you perspire more. Tight clothing can also make you feel hot. A loose fitting cotton outfit is breathable and comfortable.

Avoid being outdoors in the afternoon. The hours between noon and three in the afternoon tend to be the hottest. Go out early in the morning or later in the evening when it is cooler outside. Never exercise during the heat of the day. Take walks or do your exercises during the cooler times of day. Stay inside with the fans or air conditioner in the middle of the day so you don’t get overheated.

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Longtime event golfer bags hole-in-one on 7th hole to take home Corvette Stingray at Waveny’s “Swinging for Seniors” PAGE 4

The unthinkable happened in Waveny’s 13th year of “Swinging for Seniors,” when longtime event golfer, John Polera, bagged a hole-in-one with his 6 iron on the 7th hole at the Country Club of New Canaan to take home the 2015 Corvette Stingray prize valued at $75,000, sponsored by Karl Chevrolet.

The celebrated annual Golf & Tennis fundraising event directly funds Waveny’s financial assistance program, which supports residents and patients who cannot afford the full cost of their care within Waveny’s continuum of care, including Waveny Care Center, The Village, The Inn, and Waveny’s Adult Day Program.

Polera has played in Waveny’s “Swinging for Seniors” event for many years as part of First County Bank’s golf foursome. “Beyond how simply amazing this is,” said Joanne Boyer, Director of Development for Waveny LifeCare Network and event coordinator, “It’s particularly rewarding that all this excitement surrounds our longtime supporting sponsors, Karl Chevrolet and First County Bank, who have both played a huge role in our event’s success over the past 13 years.”

“After I struck the ball, I saw it was going right toward the flag and I said to myself, ‘This could be a pretty good shot,’ thinking it would be close,” Polera told NewCanaanite.com. “And it landed on the green, took one bounce and rolled right into the middle of the cup. I was like, ‘Oh my gosh.’ I said, ‘It disappeared.

That ball went in.’ When it went in, I realized I had won a car. We were so excited, we wanted to run down to the green, we wanted to make sure it had gone in, because we were out so far, you can sometimes be fooled and it could be sitting behind the pin.

When I went down there, it was there and I went back to take a picture of the placard that said,

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Steve Karl of Karl Chevrolet; Winner, John Polera; Joanne Boyer, director of development for Waveny LifeCare Network and Jim Darling of First County Bank with John’s 2015 Corvette Stingray prize.

‘You have won a car.’ I was so terribly excited. After that, I could barely contain myself. It’s awesome.”

Celebrating 40 years of serving the community, Waveny LifeCare Network provides a comprehensive continuum of healthcare to serve the growing needs of older adults from all areas. Waveny is a not-for-profit organization that offers independent living at The Inn, assisted living for people with Alzheimer’s and memory loss at The Village, and skilled nursing at Waveny Care Center. It also includes Waveny Home Healthcare, Waveny at Home, the Brown Geriatric Evaluation Clinic, Geriatric Care Management, an Adult Day Program available on weekdays with flexible hours, inpatient and outpatient Rehabilitation Services, and respite programs at The Village and Care Center. For information call 1-855-WAVENY1 or visit www.waveny.org.

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Five questions to ask yourself before you exercise with arthritis PAGE 5

If you want to live a better life with arthritis, the benefits of exercise are clear. Healthy movement can help you decrease stiffness, release your body’s natural pain-blocking endorphins and reduce stress on your joints as you lose weight.

But you should speak with a doctor before starting an exercise program. You want to get the benefits while avoiding injuries or increased pain. An honest conversation — including a few simple questions — offers a great way to get started.

1. What type of arthritis do you have?

If you have an inflammatory condition such as rheumatoid arthritis, your stiffness is likely to improve with exercise — particularly flexibility focused exercises such as tai chi. On the other hand, if you have osteoarthritis, you need to pick activities that don’t place a heavy load on your aching joints so you don’t make pain or stiffness worse.

2. What’s your pain level?

Before starting any program, offer an honest assessment of your pain level. That way your doctor can help you figure out how to set limits and start at the right intensity level.

3. What other medical conditions to you have?

If you have diabetes, heart disease, lung disease or any other chronic condition beyond arthritis, bring them to your rheumatologist’s attention.

4. What kind of shape are you in? To get started, you need a starting point. If your arthritis or other health problems have kept you from exercising for a long time, start slowly.

5. Should you see a physical therapist? Many patients benefit from the support and accountability a physical therapy program provides.

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Our View

Maybe it’s the warm weather, long days and the extra hours of sunshine, but the summer seemingly brings out the best in life.

Yes, it’s time to kick back and relax.

From Greenwich to Stamford and New Canaan, summer is in full swing for seniors.

Enjoy!

The options here in Fairfield County are endless, from day trips, to hikes, to picnics in the parks and golf and tennis. Summer will be over sooner than you think, so enjoy the warm weather. As the summer kicks off, we celebrated Father’s Day on June 21.

Again, we wish you a Happy Father’s Day! Up next is Independence Day. July 4th is a day for gratitude, celebration and relaxation.

Family, friends and neighbors gather together to barbecue and watch fireworks light up the sky. It’s an exciting time with summer about to kick into full gear and we hope you enjoy every minute of it.

July 4th embodies that spirit marked by our nation’s annual birthday celebration.

Independence Day is synonymous with fireworks— family, food, barbecues and fun.

Yes, we are looking forward to that glorious day, too. Happy Independence Day from all of us at Boomers & Beyond! We hope you enjoy another wonderful summer in Fairfield County.

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When it comes to creating a memorable summer vacation, splurging on a few creature comforts and travel extras can make all the difference.

Trust us, you should consider these 5 travel “splurges”.

Pillows If you sleep better with your own pillow and can fit it into your suitcase, consider bringing it along, especially if you are driving or taking the train to your destination. If you are flying, you may wish to leave your big pillow at home and bring along a neck pillow or travel pillow for those long hours on the airplane.

Slippers After a long day on your feet, there’s nothing nicer than taking off those walking shoes and sliding your feet into soft, comfortable slippers. So you can’t buy one last souvenir because you brought slippers, but who cares? Your feet will be warm and cozy.

Taxis Taxis are definitely more expensive than public transportation, but they are comfortable and efficient.

You won’t have to trudge up and down staircases or stand at crowded bus stops. There will be room in the trunk for your suitcase and wheelchair.

Local tour guides It might seem expensive to hire a local tour guide but you’ll be surprised at how much you’ll gain by taking a half-day or day-long tour with an expert. A good local tour guide knows the best times to visit every museum and can help you navigate the subway system. Some tour guides can even help you skip the long entrance lines.

Air conditioning Ask about air conditioning when you book your hotel or bed and breakfast stay. If air conditioning is not available at your destination, ask about fans or bring a tiny portable fan of your own.

Make an educated senior living decision.

We believe access to extraordinary cultural events is just as important as access to hospitable service and excellent healthcare.

We invite you to learn how you can continue enjoying the finer things in life – art, music and theater – while living an affordable, maintenance-free lifestyle.

Call us today for a FREE retirement information kit, or to learn about upcoming events at Whitney Center.

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Gov. Malloy honored by Regional Hospice and Home Care PAGE 8

Governor Dannel P. Malloy never forgot the impact Regional Hospice and Home Care’s Healing Hearts Center for Grief & Loss had on his constituents during his most painful days as Governor of Connecticut. His concern for grieving families lead to even more comprehensive bereavement services onsite in the new facility Regional Hospice recently opened in Danbury.

At a reception on Friday, June 5, at its new Center for Comfort Care & Healing, Regional Hospice and Home Care honored Governor Malloy for his advocacy and support of its new Healing Hearts Center for Grief & Loss.

Regional Hospice President & CEO Cynthia Emiry Roy presented Governor Malloy with an award for his advocacy as head of the State Bond Commission that awarded a $1.2 million grant to build a 3,200 square-foot expansion to the hospice center’s original plans and house its bereavement center onsite.

“We are so grateful to Governor Malloy for helping us obtain bonding support for our new bereavement center,” said Roy. “On behalf of thousands of children and families we have the privilege to care for, we thank him for recognizing the needs of dying patients and the community members who are grieving the loss of loved ones.”

On December 14, 2012, as word spread throughout the media that a tragedy had unfolded in Sandy Hook, the bereavement team at Regional Hospice’s Healing Hearts Center immediately responded. To this day, the Healing Hearts Center team continues to support the Newtown community and their family members from throughout the region who suffered unfathomable loss that morning.

“Regional Hospice and Home Care's Healing Hearts Center provides so many valuable support services to residents in the community during some of the most difficult times of people's lives,” Governor Malloy said.

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The state grant allowed Regional Hospice to include a playground for children, and four specially designed and fully-appointed meeting rooms to serve children from age four through seven and pre-teen groups. Additionally, the grant supported large meeting rooms outfitted with technology to better serve the teen and adult groups. This past January, the Healing Hearts Center relocated from a small building on Stadley Rough Road into the new family centered, state-of-the-art Center for Comfort Care & Healing at 30 Milestone Road in Danbury.

The Healing Hearts Center provides free bereavement support to more than 1,200 participants annually. Programs are designed for adults and children Photo credit: Keyvan Behpour photography as young as four, with support From left to right: State Rep. David Arconti, Regional Hospice and Home Care Chief Clini- groups focused on different types cal Officer Deborah Ryan, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, Regional Hospice and Home Care President of loss. and CEO Cynthia E. Roy and Regional Hospice and Home Care Chief Operating Officer Paul L. For more information, visit Sirois at the reception honoring Gov. Malloy for his advocacy and support of Regional Hospice www.RegionalHospiceCT.org. and Home Care’s Center for Comfort Care & Healing and Healing Hearts Center for Grief & Loss.

“The services offered are very unique, and the folks who provide this care do an amazing job delivering strength and understanding to those in need. Organizations like this are what truly make the neighborhoods in which we live stronger, more resilient communities.”

Members of Newtown’s Kids In Deeds Organization (KIDOs) were among the 75 guests who attended the event in the Center’s tribute garden. The KIDOs started supporting the Healing Hearts Center as 7th graders in 2012 and raised $51,000 for the custom-designed heartstrings playscape for children in Healing Hearts bereavement groups and whose families are being cared for at the Center. Barb Patrick, the mother of the KIDOs founding member, Ryan Patrick, spoke on the group’s behalf and presented Governor Malloy with a quilt made in his honor. Regional Hospice also installed an etched paver in the garden walkway honoring Governor Malloy.

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When New Canaan's finest asked Waveny LifeCare Network for help in locating a wheelchair to use for teaching and training purposes, Waveny was only too happy to give them one of their own. “New Canaan Fire Company No. 1 helps to keep us safe around the clock,” said Waveny administrator Ron Bucci. “It's our pleasure to help support those who support us each and every day.” Pictured, Waveny Rehab assistant, Yolette Milord presents the gifted chair to New Canaan firefighters.

Who qualifies for a Life Insurance Settlements or an Advanced Benefit Loan?

At B & M Capital Inc., we advise on the various financial benefits of selling or taking a loan against your life insurance policy either through a life settlement or an advanced benefit loan. When we speak to individuals or professionals at seminars and conferences, they are amazed to learn how old the life settlement industry, about 100 years, and how many financial institution own or invest in this type of business.

Guide to

Online Dating

Technologically savvy seniors are exploring the world of online dating. Over the past several years, many sites have popped up to help older adults dip back into the dating world, offering pages and features specific to the over-50 crowd. These senior sites have seen greater adoption in the past five or so years, establishing credibility among older adults and community members alike.

• AARP Dating: This site allows adults to craft their own personality profiles, then post creative date ideas they'd enjoy sharing with another person. Visiting seniors can sift through potential dates, contact prospects and set up official hangouts.

• eHarmony: Did you know that more than 14 percent of all eHarmony users are over the age of 55? This site may cost a little more money upfront, but there's a reason - the site itself is responsible for four percent of all marriages in the U.S.

Internet sites aren't the only places to find potential mates.

App dating has increased exponentially recently, with companies like Tinder and Hinge reporting huge success in the U.S. Seniors who want to use mobile apps should look into the following for best results.

• Hinge: Think of Hinge as your way to digitally meet single friends of your friends without having to deal with awkward face-to-face introductions. The site searches which of your Facebook friends' connections are searching, allowing you to access a wide range of potential matches.

• Stitch: Made specifically for seniors, Stitch is a mobile dating app that pairs single older adults and allows them the companionship they are searching for. The site couples local people based on mutual interests and shared desires, taking the stress out of senior dating.

Yet, the greatest misconception in educating potential clients and professionals is, who are the people that qualify for a life settlement or advanced benefit loan? The answer to all of them is anyone who has obtained the age of 65 or older. They must be of retirement age, not necessary retired. They can still be actively working; actually, some of these people are still active members in the work force.

The point that I am trying to get across is, today’s seniors are very different than what society shows us or what we perceive in our minds.

Seniors, who are looking for other financial sources to find income or raise fund do not have to be hospitalized, terminally ill or destitute.

There are many seniors who take advantage of our services that are in generally good health and financially sound.

Here are some reasons why seniors take advantage of our services:

1. They are outliving their retirement funds due to the advancement in medicine, change in life style,

and the cost of living in the Northeast. Most seniors that live in the tri state area, enjoy being close to the greatest City in the world and do not want to leave. They have made friends, families, memories, and built a life that is unique to the Northeast. I know this to be true because; this is what I was told by my own parents, who were not born in this region.

2. Seniors are still very shrewd investors. Once I explain to seniors

how much value their life insurance contract could be possibly worth.

They are quick to act. First we start with basic underwriting requirements and we submit the necessary paperwork. No cost to my client, a potential offer is then offered by a top-tier financial company. In a three to four week span, my clients are amazed on how easy and financially rewarding this type of transaction can be.

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Hebrew HealthCare begins NICHE Training Boomers & Beyond - Fairfield County

On June 15, 2015 Hebrew HealthCare began implementation of the NICHE Program which begins with administration of a survey to determine knowledge base levels. Upon completion of the survey, staff will take NICHE’s computer based curriculum to demonstrate Hebrew HealthCare’s commitment to elder care excellence and patient satisfaction.

The NICHE program is a National geriatric nursing program that was started over 20 years ago to improve the care of older adults in a healthcare setting. The vision of NICHE is for all patients 65-and-over to be given sensitive and exemplary care. The mission of NICHE is to provide principles and tools to stimulate a change in the culture of healthcare facilities to achieve patient-centered care for older adults.

NICHE, based at NYU College of Nursing, has over 550 hospitals and healthcare organizations in the network from the U.S., Canada, Bermuda and Singapore.

Through participation in the NICHE program, nursing staff at Hebrew HealthCare is further educated to become geriatric experts. The program offers evidence-based approaches that promote better outcomes, positive experiences, and improved care for older adults. This leads to greater satisfaction for patients, their families and staff. A NICHE organization is dedicated to providing patient-centered care for older adult patients.

“Hebrew HealthCare has always been committed to investing in its staff as one of the surest ways to assure quality care to all those we serve. We are excited and proud to be the first long term care skilled nursing facility in our state to bring the NICHE program to all of our staff, and its benefits to all of our residents and patients,” remarked Bonnie Gauthier, President and CEO of Hebrew HealthCare.

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Department-wide Reiki certification and healing touch at Waveny PAGE 12

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Waveny LifeCare Network’s entire therapeutic recreation team recently completed a hands-on-healing training program to receive firstlevel certification in Reiki, a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation. Administered by laying on hands, practitioners say Reiki helps to re-balance our “life force” energy field to facilitate mental wellbeing and emotional stability, as well as promote the body’s natural ability to heal itself. Unlike massage, Reiki does not involve physical manipulation.

Whereas seniors with dementia can become frightened and restless, angry or agitated, Reiki helps to soothe and deeply relax them. “Seniors who are agitated or stressed often find Reiki calming,” said Lauren Elker, Waveny’s Director of Therapeutic Recreation who oversees Waveny’s therapeutic programming and activities, and works closely with many of Waveny’s residents

with Alzheimer’s disease or other types of memory loss.

“Reiki is a tool that provides touch as a nutrient to seniors,” said volunteer, Elli Kirk, who led Waveny’s staff training. “Older adults are often touch-deprived, and it helps them to re-connect to their world.”

This initiative complements Waveny’s holistic Healing Touch program, which has been offered across the Waveny’s continuum of care for several years. Healing Touch’s soothing techniques have been adopted around the world and are endorsed by the American Holistic Nurses Association. Research shows that in addition to inducing deep relaxation, Healing Touch can help to reduce pain, decrease anxiety, tension and stress, accelerate wound healing, promote sleep, and improve a general sense of wellbeing.

For information please call 1-855WAVENY-1 or visit www.waveny.org.

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Waveny’s Therapeutic Recreation team with Reiki instructor Ellie Kirk. (L-R) Dudley Schippe; Lauren Elker, Director of Therapeutic Recreation; Sherrye Dobrin; Ellie Kirk, Reiki instructor; Anne Pelisson, Adult Day Program Supervisor; Elise Cecil, Mary Garvey and Brenda Jacobsen.

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More than 300 healthcare professionals, care partners and individuals living with or dealing with Alzheimer’s disease attended the first annual Hudson Valley region’s dementia conference, presented by the Alzheimer’s Association - Hudson Valley Chapter. Billed as a full day of engaging, connecting and learning, the Meeting of the Minds 2015 was held on Tuesday, June 9th at the DoubleTree Hotel in Tarrytown.

Alzheimer’s is one of the most pressing health concerns of today and our future, yet many cases go undiagnosed.The local lives impacted by this disease was well illustrated by the number of people in the conference rooms.

Alzheimer's is the only leading cause of death among the top 10 in the U.S. without a way to prevent, cure or even slow its progression – yet.

It is the most expensive condition in the nation. Nearly 1 in 5 Medicare dollars is spent on a person with Alzheimer’s. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, if nothing is done, the cost of Alzheimer’s is expected to increase fivefold by midcentury from $226 billion in 2015 to $1.1 trillion in 2050, effectively breaking the Medicare system.

Lunch Speaker Dr. Keith Fargo Progress in Research

Key speakers were renowned experts in the field. They included Dr. John Zeisel, a national and global leader in compassionate and ethical care of persons living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias; Dr. Keith Fargo and Dr. James Hendrix, both of the Alzheimer’s Association Science and Research programs. A special afternoon session, the 12th Annual Adele Rohrlich Lecture, featured caregiving innovator, the dynamic Teepa Snow.

Breakout sessions for Spanish speakers were led by Medicaid Advisory Group director, Licet Valois.

Presenting and featured sponsors included a generous local family who struggled with Alzheimer’s and dementia, and United Hebrew – New Rochelle and Willow Towers.

For more information about the Alzheimer’s Association – Hudson Valley, NY Chapter, call 800-272-3900 or visit alz.org/hudsonvalley.

For a save-the-date email for the Meeting of the Minds 2016, contact Meg Boyce at mboyce@alz.org.

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