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Make It Happen… ou need a problem before coming up with a solution. That reminds me of a gentleman in the veterans home, named Alfred Belfiore. He kept losing his remote control and his cell phone. It became a terrible distraction—searching high and low for the necessary items. He got tired of being tired… of all the time spent in search. So, Al decided it was time to correct the situation—for himself and all others who became less active and are in a senior living facility. One day I heard him ask how to contact the patent office. A few days later, after he had gotten the needed information, he came up with the necessary funds to apply for the patent. Then he began to show his invention to residents and staff. What a great idea! He got the patent and is looking forward to a time when the new Remote Caddy will become available for all bedsides in nursing homes, hospitals, etc. Another gentleman, Orval Stuhr, had written extensively a timeline of his life. It was on a yellow legal pad that he somehow hoped to someday share with his descendants. He allowed a friend to read his legal pad notes and she offered to transcribe his words and include pictures that could be printed and become a book. They looked into possible printers and, in due time, his descendants happily received a copy of his life and times. It’s amazing what one can do following a serious stroke. One gentleman was left with little use of one of his hands. Gary Goodall was an entrepreneur during his healthier years. He still had lamp bases stored in a warehouse and when he got a bright idea for lamp shades, he asked his sons to

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bring him some of the bases. Within the year, he has decorated wooden bases and made interesting lamp shades using personal pictures of those who wanted to have them. Years ago, after a heart attack, I had received so many cards I didn’t know how I would ever be able to acknowledge each one. That’s when I got the bright idea of doing a small booklet that could go to all family and friends who had visited or written during my time in the hospital. It was early October when I wrote the 8-page booklet, telling of the attack and nine days in the hospital… finishing with “Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.” That ‘one-time’ writing was printed and sent to all, acknowledging their kindness and saving me the likelihood of writers cramp. It is amazing what one can do if so inclined! There was a lady visitor at the motel who knew her time would soon come. She shared that information with the manager. It seems that she was blessed with enough money to travel the country and the world. She felt free to do so. She made sure arrangements were in place for any necessary happenings in all her travels. Now each of these interesting people enjoy good health, happiness, and the pleasure of working with new ideas. Looking forward to seeing the new “Remote Caddy” in production! Kitty Maiden is a staff writer for Seniors Today.

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First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach is providing free Caregiver’s Days Out that includes food, fun, and special attention for care receivers. The days are from 9 A.M. to 2 P.M. on Thurs., Aug. 17; Sat., Sept. 16; and Thurs., Oct. 19 at First United Methodist Church of Ormond Beach. Call Mary Beth at 386.852.0060. This is a great opportunity for caregivers to have a break and know their loved ones are being cared for in a safe, loving environment.

You are invited to a free seminar titled The Top Ten Most Requested Financial Topics presented by David Holland, CFJJP, CPA/PFS, ChFC, CTFA on Thurs., Aug. 31 from 2–4 P.M. at Florida Hospital Flagler, Classrooms A/B, 60 Memorial Medical Pkwy., Palm Coast. Come learn about effective financial planning and money management in plain English and ways to invest that fit your needs and objectives. For info or to RSVP, call 386.586.4440.

Concierge Care asks the community to show it’s support for Veterans now through November 11. They are giving green lights out free to show your support. A single Green Light should replace one white bulb to show support of our men and woman who are or have served our country. The pick up sites are Brookdale Port Orange, Sarah House, Bishops Glen, Solaris Health & Rehab, and Lexington Senior Community. For more details call, 386.868.1555.

Medicare Workshops Questions about Medicare? Come find out how medicare works on Wed., Sept 6 or Wed. Oct. 4 at 10 A.M. or Sept. 5 or Oct. 3 at 6 P.M. at American Senior Benefits, 1930 West Granada Blvd., Ormond Beach. RSVP to 386.671.9150 or greatamericanpr@yahoo.com and leave name and date you wish to attend.

Balance Class Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter Of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. You will learn to: view falls as controllable; set goals for increasing activity; make changes to reduce fall risks at home; and exercise to increase strength and balance. Who should attend: Anyone 60 years and older who is concerned about falls; anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility, and strength; anyone who has fallen in the past; and anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns. Classes are held at the George Wickline Senior Center, 800 S. Daytona Ave. Flagler Beach 32136 and meet twice weekly for four weeks on Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 2–4 P.M.The is no cost for the classes. Call Sherri Cheshire at NEFAHEC to register or for information at 904.482.0189.

Solar Eclipse Party Here’s a party you won’t want to miss! Show your enthusiasm for this once-ina-lifetime celestial event by attending a Total Eclipse Party from 1 to 4 P.M., Mon., Aug. 21 at the New Smyrna Beach Regional Library, 1001 S. Dixie Freeway. Attendees can watch the total eclipse, streamed live by NASA, on a large screen and make solar crafts in the library’s auditorium. Outdoor eclipse-viewing glasses will be distributed while supplies last. Registration is not required. For more details, call 386.424.2910, option 4.

Memorial For Ponce The Town of Ponce Inlet will hold a Memorial Ceremony for puppy Ponce at the Ponce Inlet Community Center, 4670 S. Peninsula Drive, Ponce Inlet, on Thursday, September 14 at 5 P.M. Several individuals will speak in remembrance of Ponce. The Town will unveil the anonymously donated statue dedicated to Ponce during the event. The statue will then be mounted the following day in the Happy Tails Dog Park in Ponce Inlet.

Volunteer Piano Player A volunteer piano player is wanted to play occasionally for senior events. If you are interested in having some fun and sharing your musical talent with area seniors, please call 386.677.7060 to arrange a meeting to discuss what this might involve.

Deltona Library Programs Attend free programs at the Deltona Regional Library, 2150 Eustace Ave. August’s classes include: • Hatha yoga: 11 A.M., Sat., Aug. 12. Certified yoga instructor. Call 386. 479.8151 to register. • Creative coloring: 1 P.M., Sat., Aug. 12. Supplies will be provided. • English conversation: 1 P.M., Mon., Aug. 14. Practice their English speaking skills in a group setting. • E-resources for e-readers: 2 P.M., Tues., Aug. 15. Bring your library card and fully charged device. • Book club: 10 A.M., Wed., Aug. 16. Members and guests are asked to read Deep Blue by Randy Wayne White or any Carl Hiassen book. • Craft corner: 10 A.M., Thurs., Aug. 17. Make flowers using a wire and nail polish. Bring wire cutters and nail polish if you have them. • What’s cooking at the library? 2 P.M., Thurs., Aug. 24. Advance registration is required only for the yoga class. For details, call the library at 386.789.7207, option 1, then 4.

Unwanted Firearms Turn in unwanted firearms safely— no questions asked, no ID required— and receive a $50 gift card. Firearms are being collected by the DeLand Police Department and the Volusia County Sheriff’s office on August 17, 8 A.M. to 4 P.M. at the Sanborn Center, 815 S. Alabama Ave., DeLand. All guns must be unloaded and placed in the trunk of the vehicle.

Free Movies The Port Orange Regional Library, 1005 City Center Circle, will show two popular movies in August. The free lineup includes: • The Lost City Of Z: 2 P.M., Monday, Aug. 14. This true-life drama centers on British explorer Col. Percival Fawcett, who disappeared while searching for a mysterious city in the Amazon in the 1920s. Charlie Hunnam and Robert Pattinson star. Rated PG-13, 141 minutes. • Going In Style: 2 P.M., Monday, Aug. 21. Desperate to pay their bills, three pals embark on a daring bid to knock off the bank that stole their money. AnnMargaret and Morgan Freeman star. Rated PG-13, 96 minutes. For info, call 386.322.5152, option 4.

Support Group Food Addicts Food Addicts is based on the Alcohol anonymous program. There are no dues, fees, or weigh-ins. Some meetings are held at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 724 Big Tree Rd. on Mondays, 7 P.M., Wednesday, 9 A.M., and Saturday classroom at 8 A.M. and meeting at 10 A.M. For more information, call Ruth at 386.212.9050 or Marie at 386.527.1380. Quit Smoking Free six-week Quit Smoking class at Florida Hospital Fish Memorial on Tues., Aug. 15, 5:30–6:30 P.M. Free patches, lozenges, gum, quit plan, workbook, water bottle, stress ball, and more. To register and learn more, call 904.482.0189.

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Justice For Ponce Judge Rules Exigent Circumstances Special to Seniors Today ‘Seniors Today’ continues to follow the story and the progress being made in the Justice For Ponce case. e were waiting for the Judge to rule weather the police had the right to enter the home without a search warrant. The Judge has ruled the police had grounds under “exigent circumstances” to enter the home but that ceased once it was determined Ponce had passed away. Case law allows the police to seize evidence that was in plain view when they enter under exigency circumstances The defendants attorney has filed their notice of cross-appeal in regards to the Judge granting the police entrance under “exigent circumstances.” They are exploring appealing this part of the ruling that was suppressed which would have allowed the necropsy report, parts of the bodycam, and the body in the trial as evidence. Debbie Darino has filed a petition demanding tougher penalties for animal abuse has gathered over 55,000 signatures so far on Change.org Darino said this is the first time she has become involved in protests over animal abuse. She said protesters would like to see animal cruelty upgraded to a second-degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison. She also said animal lovers can be a strong lobby, pointing out that even many local businesses are supporting the Justice for Ponce group. “I can guarantee you if this guy doesn’t go to jail they won’t be voting this judge back in, same with the representatives,” she said, adding she was speaking in general of judges who aren’t tough on animal abuse suspects. “We are not going to single out Judge Weston,” Darino said. Darino, who works as a legal assistant, said many Justice For Ponce members don’t understand the law or deal with it on a daily basis. They are focused on the gut-wrenching emotions prompted by the police body camera video of the battered black lab that was sprawled against a wooden fence. “They don’t realize the judge is following the law,” Darino said.

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It’s that necropsy —that Delgado said is critical to the case—that Darino said has fueled protester’s anger. The necropsy describes Ponce as an approximately 1-year-old, 70 pound dog. It notes among the injuries blunt trauma to the skull, fractured jaw, and multiple crushed and fractured teeth. The dog also suffered cuts, puncture wounds, a fractured rib, and a punctured lung. DeLand Animal Hospital performed the exam and found that the multiple injuries led to shock and death. The Town of Ponce Inlet will hold a Memorial Ceremony for puppy Ponce at the Ponce Inlet Community Center, 4670 S. Peninsula Drive, Ponce Inlet, on Thursday, September 14 at 5 P.M. Several individuals will speak in remembrance of Ponce. The Town will unveil the anonymously donated statue dedicated to Ponce during the event. The statue will then be mounted the following day in Happy Tails Dog Park in Ponce Inlet. Please go to Change.org and sign the petition if you haven’t done so.

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ot too many people would admit that they are opposed to progress—true, progress is relative—but, to stand still is to die. Making progress in some form is an absolute necessity. From the wheel to perpetual motion, progress has encountered road blocks. The smart dreamer learns from his experience. Losers conclude it can’t be done so they quit. It’s still a truism— ‘losers never win and winners never lose.’ Progress is sometimes slow, giving advantage to the seekers. The solutions come from deliberation, trial and error, risk taking, and dreaming. Progress is fun, frustrating, and usually financially rewarding. To paraphrase Thomas Edison, ‘progress is 98 perspiration and two percent inspiration.’ However, progress can be killed. Dead, dead, dead! Here’s how. 1. We’ve tried that before. Usually true. Many airships failed before the Wrights flew. Edison tried over 700 experiments seeking an incandescent lamp. He once announced, we know 700 things that won’t work. That narrows it down in our favor. He persevered and succeeded. 2. We’re too small for that. Size didn’t matter to David when he faced Goliath. He wanted the prize and he got it. America’s 56 founding fathers were in the minority but they held fast and they were right! 3. That change is too radical. Gasoline engines were certainly a radical change over horse power. Sometimes radical change is exactly what is needed. Sanitation was a radical change when it was introduced into hospitals but it saved many lives. 4. That would make our present system obsolete. Yes, it might. So, do you want to go back to three rooms and a path? Want to buy a mechanical calculator? Want to substitute bleeding for aspirin and penicillin? Want to go back to candles for home lighting? 5. We’ve never done it that way before. Really? So what! Does that make change illogical or unworthy? More likely it means fear. Fear of the unknown. Leaving the comfort zone. Venturing out. Sometimes the only good reason for trying something is that you have never done it that way before. 6. If it ain’t broke, why fix it? That’s a fair question. The answer however is painfully obvious. Improvement

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does not await obsolescence. Not all the children in America had polio when Jonas Salk discovered the vaccine, but one on every block did. Why wait for more to become stricken before applying the cure. Risky? You bet it was, but not as risky as the polio virus. 7. Can’t teach an old dog new tricks. This is the easiest objection of all to deal with. It’s simply not true. Willing students can learn as long as their mind is exercised. Reason enough for keeping your mind sharp. 8. We’ll be the laughing stock. That’s what they said to the inventor of the open-face fishing reel. Western Union officials asked Mr. Bell, “who’d want to talk to someone across town?” If you’re afraid of ridicule, like the cowardly lion, you need to see the wizard. 9. We did all right without it. Yes, we did. We did all right without air-conditioning, but we’re much more productive with it. We did all right without indoor plumbing but I don’t want to return to the other variety. We did all right without cell phones, but aren’t they nice when you need ’em? 10.Let’s form a committee. This one clearly gets the award for the very best progress killer ever put forth. One theory has it that the camel is a horse, put together by a committee. I’ll take one good leader over 10 committees any day. As a bonus I’d offer this advise. If you really want to stop progress, be against everything. Believe it or not I’ve met people who were. Their thinking was so geared to the negative, that they automatically responded in the negative to any suggestion. Unbelievable. They practice a principle which bars all information, is proof against all arguments, and can keep man in everlasting ignorance. That principle is contempt prior to investigation. I’m sure these are not the only ways to kill progress, but in my experience they are certainly some of the most popular. If your organization is faced with these challenges, remember the importance of leadership. Do the right thing. Ignore the naysayers and time will be your victor.

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Summer Is Over he start of the school year can be a hectic time for students, parents, and drivers. There’s no better time to remind motorists that as of Monday, August 14, you’re once again sharing the roads with kids on foot, on bikes, and on school buses on their way to and from school. More than ever, this is the time of year when you need to drive cautiously, watch out for children, buses and crossing guards, and obey all the rules of the road. Our goal is to make sure that residents are putting safety first as they return to their back-to-school routines. To that end, I’d like to remind drivers to stop for children and crossing guards in crosswalks and be alert for school buses loading and unloading students. To help prevent needless injuries, speed limits in school zones are being strictly enforced. Drivers also are encouraged to exercise an extra dose of patience and plan for extra drive time to get to their destination. Remember that buses will be making frequent stops. It’s not only dangerous to students, but it’s against the law to pass a school bus while it’s stopped on the roadway picking up or dropping off students. This applies to traffic going in both directions. Unless the road is divided by a raised barrier or an unpaved median at least five feet wide. Our deputies will strictly enforce these statutes and do whatever is necessary to protect our children and everyone else on the road.

From The Sheriff …Volusia County Sheriff Chitwood Here are some additional safety tips to keep in mind as you go about your travels during this busy time of year: • Drive defensively. • Observe all posted speed limits. • Always anticipate the possibility that a small child may dart in front of your vehicle. Be prepared to stop at all times. • Watch for children walking in the street, particularly in areas where there are no sidewalks. • Watch for children gathering or playing near bus stops. • Be especially careful in areas with parked vehicles on the side of the road. Children crossing between vehicles may be difficult for you to see. • Be alert for student drivers. • When turning at an intersection, be sure to yield to pedestrians and cyclists. They have the right-of-way. • If you drive your children or grandchildren to school, drop them off and pick them up as close to the school as possible. If the school has a drop-off area, be sure to use it. Observe these rules of the road and you’ll be doing your part to help keep our streets and children safe

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Prevent And Manage Delirium eeling disoriented can be an upsetting experience for anyone, but for older adults coping with a medical condition called delirium, it can be particularly disturbing. Delirium is a sudden change in mental function that can cause an older person to behave differently than he or she normally would. Some people become aggressive and agitated when they have delirium, others become sleepy and inactive, and others can experience some combination of the two. They may also appear confused about where they are or the time of day, or they may say things that do not make sense. Delirium Triggers While researchers have yet to pinpoint the exact causes of delirium, certain risk factors are well established. For example, older people who undergo surgery are particularly susceptible to a form of delirium known as “postoperative delirium.” Other common triggers include: • Changes in medications, such as starting a new medication or increasing the dose of an older one; • Dehydration; • Common lung or urinary tract infections; • Vision or hearing problems; • Conditions affecting the brain—as infection, internal bleeding, or stroke; • Urinary or intestinal problems, such as constipation or the inability to urinate; and • Problems with the heart or lungs, including heart attacks or lung disease. “Delirium in any form is serious, and postoperative delirium is the most common complication in older adults who have had surgery,” said Sharon K. Inouye, M.D., M.P.H., Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Director, Aging Brain Center, Institute for Aging Research, Hebrew Senior Life. “Thankfully, studies have shown that delirium is preventable in up to 40 percent of cases involving older adults in the hospital.” New Guidelines The American Geriatrics Society Recently released guidelines to help health care professionals prevent and manage postoperative delirium in older people who are preparing to have surgery or who are in the hospital following surgery. These guidelines recommend screening older adults before surgery for factors that can contribute to delirium, such as being older than age 64 or having poor vision or hearing, a severe illness, an infection, or a memory problem such as dementia. Delirium After Surgery “Some causes of delirium, like postoperative delirium, can be managed or prevented,” said Thomas Robinson, M.D., Professor of Surgery, University of Colorado School of

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Medicine. “Health care professionals should consider working with a coordinated team of specialists who can use multiple approaches for treating the condition. These can include improving the patient’s sleep or encouraging them to engage in therapeutic activities, such as games, conversation, or physical activity,” he added.

If you are an older adult facing surgery, be sure to discuss the possibility of developing delirium with your family or friends, as well as your health care team. Recommendations for preventing delirium often include drinking plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and ensuring adequate nighttime sleep by wearing earplugs and eye masks at night and minimizing daytime napping. If you are concerned that a family member, friend, or someone you know may be experiencing a delirious episode, alert a health care professional as soon as possible, and try to help orient older adults by reminding them where they are, what time of day it is, and by showing them familiar items such as family photos. Additionally, if you are taking care of a hospitalized older adult: • Alert hospital or other health care staff right away if you notice sudden confusion or abrupt changes in behavior. You are likely to know the older person in your care best and are tuned in to even small changes in their behavior. • Make sure to bring the older adult’s glasses/hearing aids to the hospital. This can protect against disorientation due to vision and hearing problems. • After cleared by the health care team, help the older adult walk several times a day. This is key to recovering from surgery and helps protect against delirium. • Talk to health care professionals about minimizing the use of sleeping medications, restraints, or bladder catheters, which can contribute to delirium. • Stay with the older person after he or she is released. Having someone familiar around can help address feeling strange or confused when making the transition to being back home.

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Humane Society Update Abusive Homes by Barry KuKes ave you ever wondered if your rescue dog was abused before they became part of your family? Maybe they jump at every small sound or cower if you raise your hand or pick up the newspaper. While it’s usually impossible to know for sure what sort of situation your dog lived in previously, there are some signs that could indicate a history of abuse. Here are 5 signs that your dog may have come from an abusive home. 1. Physical Abuse—If your dog was too skinny or had healing wounds when you adopted them, it’s pretty obvious that your dog was neglected in their previous home, but some symptoms are more subtle. Nails that are longer than they should be, fur that doesn’t seem very healthy, walking with an unusual gait, and having places on their body that they don’t like to be touched are all signs that they may have been abused. 2. Food Aggression—Does your dog scarf their food down so quickly that you wonder if they’re actually tasting it? Do they refuse to walk away from their bowl in the middle of eating? Do they growl or snap at you or other dogs for coming too close when they’re eating? These may all be signs that your dog grew up in a situation where they didn’t have a reliable source of food. Food aggression can be very dangerous and should be discussed with a trainer or veterinarian immediately. 3. Extra Clingy—If your dog insists on clinging to your side at all times, even when you need to use the restroom, they may have had an unstable puppyhood. This may be more prevalent in dogs that have been rehomed one or more times. Dogs that are extra clingy may have or may develop severe separation anxiety to the point that they whine, howl, become destructive, or urinate or defecate in the house as soon as you leave. There are a number of methods for dealing with separation anxiety that a trainer can help you with, and a comfort cuddler can help soothe your dog when you must leave the house. 4. Submission—While some dogs are naturally more submissive than others, an overly submissive dog may be displaying signs of abuse. Some signs of extreme submission include rolling over with tail tucked when approached, cowering, smiling, and lying down or cowering while urinating. Scolding a dog who is urinating submissively is likely to make the problem worse, so you should talk to a trainer to discuss ways to make your dog feel more comfortable with you in your home. 5. Fear or Aggression—Many dogs will have one or two fears and may become aggressive in certain circumstances. Dogs that were abused tend to be afraid of everything and may be unpredictably aggressive. These dogs may need medication on top of

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Antiques Video Discs Q: I have acquired a collection of about 35 video discs, including features that were issued by both RCA and 20th Century Fox. How much do you think they are worth, and where can I sell them? —E.L., New Hampshire A: Capacitance Electronic Discs or CEDS were popular during the 1980s and were first marketed by RCA. CEDs were grooved vinyl discs that allowed consumers to watch feature films in their homes. The quality was fairly good, but the system soon was overshadowed by tape formats. Video discs quickly became yet another dinosaur of our technical age. A quick check revealed that video discs are of little interest to collectors, probably due to the fact that special equipment is required to view them. I found several thousand discs available on eBay, most selling in the $4 to $10 range. Fairly typical were 10 features, including M*A*S*H and Fiddler On The Roof, all for $10. An exception was the Star Wars trilogy, offered for $42. *** Q: I have a bound copy of Peterson's Magazine from 1870. How much

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'm writing here to the younger generations of veterans: When is the last time you went to a meeting of the American Legion? Probably never, right? Or maybe you went once. Yeah, I know—lots of the posts are filled with really old guys, and you think you don't have anything in common. That's partly true. Here are some of the differences between you and the older veterans: • Many of them were in wars where mail call was once a month. There was no e-mail. • Many of them went years without a phone call to or from home. There was no video chat putting them right in the action at home. • Many of them came back with PTSD because it wasn't even acknowledged as being a problem—except for the ones called coward because they had shell shock. • Many of them got sprayed frequently with Agent Orange because nobody knew (unless it was the chemical manufacturers) that the stuff was carcinogenic.

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