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COMMUNICATOR Vol. 25, No. 3

May/June 2017

Aging Out Loud!

Older Americans Month and SourcePoint aim to prove that getting older isn't what it used to be

OLDER AMERICANS MONTH

OLDER AMERICANS MONTH This year, the Administration on Aging, part of the Administration for Community Living within the U.S Department of Health and Human Services, has announced a theme of "Age Out Loud" for Older Americans Month. The theme was chosen, according to the Administration for Community Living website (www.acl.gov), as a way to "give aging a new voice—one that reflects what today's older adults have to say about aging."

The 2017 theme provides an opportunity to "shine a light on many important issues and trends. More than ever before, older Americans are working longer, trying new things, and engaging in their communities. They're taking charge, striving for wellness, focusing

You'd be hard-pressed to find someone who'd agree that the key to longevity is a sedentary lifestyle. For most of us, living longer and healthier is the result of staying active.

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the health benefits associated with regular physical activity for older adults provide strong evidence of the following: • Lower risk of early death.

• Lower risk of coronary heart disease.

• Lower risk of stroke.

• Lower risk of high blood pressure.

• Lower risk of adverse blood lipid profile.

• Lower risk of type 2 diabetes.

• Lower risk of metabolic syndrome.

• Lower risk of colon cancer.

• Prevention of weight gain.

• Prevention of falls.

• Improved cardiorespiratory and muscular fitness.

• Improved cognitive function.

SourcePoint offers a variety of options for staying or getting in shape, whether you're looking to exercise your body, your mind, or both.

"Three components to aging well are staying physically active, socially engaged, and learning new things," said Laura Smith,

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Jeff Robinson, Editor, My Communicator By now, the clichés and stereotypes associated with "getting older" are well worn—dinner (preferably the early bird special) at 4 p.m., followed by an episode or two of "The Lawrence Welk Show," a trip to the medicine cabinet for nighttime pills, then lights out around 9 p.m.

The ho-hum routine may be what was readily associated with aging 20 or more years ago. But today's older adults have something else entirely to say about how they age.

Nationally, you can find proof of that in this year's theme for Older Americans Month, while locally, many SourcePoint members and visitors are aging on their own terms.

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Enrichment Center Session 3 activities begin (16) New to Medicare Saturday a.m. class (16) Caregiver Support Groups (27) New to Medicare a.m. class (16) Supper Club Mother’s Day Dinner (20) Caregiver Support Group in Sunbury (27) Medicare Supplements (16) New to Medicare p.m. class (16) Caregiver Support Group in Powell (27)

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New to Medicare Saturday a.m. class (16) Supper Club Fiesta Dinner (20) Medicare Plan Comparisons (16) Caregiver Support Groups (27) New to Medicare a.m. class (16) Caregiver Support Group in Sunbury (27) Medicare Plan Comparisons (16) Pancake Breakfast & Dance Party (16) New to Medicare p.m. class (16) Caregiver Support Group in Powell (27)

For a look at more daily activities availa ble at SourcePoint, see pages 16-17.

My Favorite Sections Resource Development . . . . . . . 4 Health & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Legal Landing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 From the Insurance Desk . . . . . 8 Puzzle Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 On the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Volunteer Visions . . . . . . . . . . 12 In-Home Care & Nutrition . . . 14

Provider News . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Enrichment Center Activities . . .16 Personal Reflection . . . . . . . . 19 Supper Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Bookshelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 In Your Community . . . . . . . . . 24 Today’s Technology . . . . . . . . 26 Caregiver Corner . . . . . . . . . . . 27

SourcePoint is your primary resource and starting point for professional expertise, services, and programs for Delaware County adults who want to thrive after 55. SourcePoint is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Services and programs are supported in part by the local senior services levy, corporate and private donations, sponsorships, grants, and by the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging. SourcePoint is a United Way agency.

2017 Board of Directors David Black, Westerville Bill Brown, Delaware Elizabeth Dalvi, Shawnee Hills Paula Dinovo, Delaware Anne Farley, Powell Matthew Frericks, Delaware Janet Garlock, Westerville Fred Johnson, Galena Joan Lawrence, Galena Roger Lossing, Lewis Center John McDavid, Centerburg Amber Miller, Delaware Jane Nance, Westerville Frank Pinciotti, Lewis Center Trudy Poole, Lewis Center Gretchen Roberts, Powell Richard Roell, Galena T.J. Salgia, Galena Carolyn Slone, Delaware Roger Van Sickle, Delaware My Communicator is published bimonthly by SourcePoint and is made possible through the generosity of advertisers, donors, and volunteers.

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SEASONAL SPOTLIGHT

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GETTING ENOUGH FRESH FOOD IN YOUR DIET? Read about healthy eating and applying for SourcePoint’s Farmers Market Voucher program. Page 14 FAST ACTION CAN SAVE LIVES! Did you know that SourcePoint members can take a free CPR, AED, and first aid class? Page 13 STAYING FIT AND HEALTHY AS WE AGE. SourcePoint makes it easy and fun! Register for its new session at the enrichment center starting May 1. Page 16 WANT TO TREAT THE LADIES OR GENTS IN YOUR LIFE TO A SPECIAL EVENING OUT? Our Supper Clubs for May and June are sure to delight. Page 20 IN-HOME CARE PROVIDERS WANTED. Applications are available at SourcePoint starting June 12. Page 15

Whether you need preventive care, emergency services, a routine test or rehabilitation, OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital is here for you. And, if additional care is required, WE seamlessly connect you with physicians and facilities from our entire OhioHealth system and then arrange follow-up care in your hometown.

To learn more about all the services offered at Grady Memorial Hospital, visit us at the Delaware County Fair!

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Sponsorship Opportunities Mike Miller, Development Officer, SourcePoint SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES STILL AVAILABLE Corporate sponsors help to underwrite costs of events at SourcePoint and we are fortunate to have this type of support throughout the year.

Sponsorship investment in our work makes it possible for us to plan and stage the Health & Wellness Expo, Grandparents Day, the Tree of Lights program, and other events that you have come to enjoy.

We still have a few high-level programs offering presenting sponsorship opportunities, including the November Leaf Raking Community Service Project and the Tree of Lights program. We also have table- and friendlevel sponsorships for: Grandparents Day, Aug. 19; Leaf Raking Day, Nov. 4; and the Impact Lunch, Dec. 20.

Each of these events offers a unique set of benefits for sponsors and a way to support the valuable programs that SourcePoint offers. For more details, visit www.MySourcePoint.org/sponsorship-opportunities or contact me at (740) 203-2420 or mike@MySourcePoint.org.

“A TOAST TO YOU” DONOR DINNER HIGHLIGHTS More than 70 people attended our inaugural VIP Donor Dinner on Feb. 28, which gave us a chance to “toast” and recognize our most significant donors for their generous support of SourcePoint during 2016.

The program featured The Cole Duo (Mackenzie and Howard Cole) from the Central Ohio Symphony, and inspiring and heartfelt presentations from Gale Shireman, as well as Rachel and Madison Worley. Mrs. Shireman shared her story about the impact of using our warm water exercise pool and the Worleys talked about their five years of service as a Meals on Wheels delivery team.

The highlight of the evening took place when we recognized nearly 50 individuals and couples as charter members of our 1992 Founders Club ($240 contribution), The William S. Coulter Society ($2,500 lifetime

contribution), The Thrive After 55 Society ($1,000 lifetime contribution), and The Cheshire Society (Legacy Gift). We also were thrilled to recognize 28 sponsors (corporations and agencies) for their financial commitment to SourcePoint.

With an annual gift of $240 or more to SourcePoint, or a corporate sponsorship of $500 or higher, you will automatically be invited to the 2018 VIP Donor Dinner. Please contact me at (740) 203-2420 or mike@MySourcePoint.org for more information.

FINANCIAL EXPERTISE AVAILABLE FROM TRUSTED ADVISORS SourcePoint’s Trusted Advisors have been quite active this year, meeting individually with residents in the community, staging a Financial Planning Forum on April 29, and welcoming five new members.

The Financial Planning Forum, presented by Interim HealthCare, was well attended and offered 13 different classes related to financial planning and well-being. Nearly 100 guests attended the forum.

If you are working on your personal retirement plans, want advice on Social Security, or have questions about estate planning or any other financial matter, our Trusted Advisors (CPAs, attorneys, financial planners, and insurance providers) may be able to help you. The complete list of our Trusted Advisors is on our website at www.MySourcePoint. org/trustedadvisors and you may also pick up a copy when you visit SourcePoint.

Our newest members include Jackie Collins, attorney, Collins Law Office, LLC; Frank Hickman III, associate general agent, Integrated Financial Network Agency of Ohio National; Marshall Jackson, financial advisor, Edward Jones Financial Services; Kathleen Johnson, attorney at law; and Kimberly Young, certified financial planner, Young Wealth Management.

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My COM M UNICATOR agencies during our third annual Meals on Wheels fundraiser. Our volunteer drivers were up to the task, though, because many of them had served in the past, including those from the Delaware County Board of Realtors and Performance Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram. With the help of Delaware Mayor Carolyn Kay Riggle, who served as event chair, and other steadfast volunteers, the event raised more than $9,000 in net proceeds for Meals on Wheels. The fundraiser was presented by OhioHealth and sponsored by AlerStallings, Arbors at Delaware, Helpline, Hiram Lodge No. 18, Humana, Inno-Pak, LLC, and Ohio Living Sarah Moore.

We are thankful for our sponsors and the companies, organizations, and individuals that placed orders for lunch and supported this event Meals on Wheels provides hot, nutritious meals to seniors and others who are homebound. During 2016, more than 200,000 meals were served and delivered in Delaware County. When meals are delivered, we have a direct impact on isolation, hunger, and poverty, which are issues faced by homebound people who want to stay independent and healthy.

CREATIVE WAYS TO SUPPORT SOURCEPOINT If you enjoy and benefit from the services and programs you receive from SourcePoint, we hope you will consider making a contribution to support our work. Thrivent Financial offers easy ways for you to do so: SourcePoint was recently approved as a charitable organization for Thrivent Choice Dollars, and this gives Thrivent members two great ways to support SourcePoint. The first is through Thrivent Choice, where eligible members can recommend where Thrivent should distribute a portion of its charitable outreach funding each year.

Outreach funding SourcePoint receives through Thrivent Choice will be used to advance our mission to make Delaware County a place for people to “thrive after 55!” To learn more about Thrivent Choice or to direct Thrivent Choice Dollars, visit www.Thrivent.com/thriventchoice or contact your Thrivent Financial representative.

We thank David Anderson, associate representative with Thrivent Financial, for making us aware of this opportunity because we have already received gifts of Thrivent Choice Dollars.

A second way to support SourcePoint through a Thrivent program is by leading a Thrivent Action Team to help bring a service activity, fundraiser, or educational event to life through generosity-generating projects that make SourcePoint and the world more awesome every day! Thrivent members may submit applications to lead a Thrivent Action Team at thrivent.com/actionteam. If approved, leaders receive a Thrivent Action Kit filled with t-shirts for volunteers, invitations, and thank-you notes, along with a $250 Community Impact Card to use as seed money for project supplies.

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Eating Right Later In Life

By Trude Brinley, R.D. OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital

You’ve certainly heard the old saying, “You are what you eat.” Those continue to be words to live and eat by, especially as we get older. As we age, it's important to keep in mind that we need to make every calorie count.

As a registered dietician at OhioHealth Grady Memorial Hospital, I work closely with clients on finding a nutrition plan. But not just any plan will do; it has to be a plan that you can follow and one by which you can live and thrive.

Getting older doesn’t mean we have to give up on some of the things we still love about eating: the social aspect, going out to meals with friends and family members, or allowing ourselves that piece of chocolate cake.

You don’t have to stop, but you have to be smarter.

So, how do you do it, and do it right? First, there is no one-size-fits-all piece of advice, but you can make sure that you have the basics. First there are those rules that we were probably told by our parents, and that we've likely told our own children––fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, lean meat, low-fat dairy, and healthy fats are still the best way to maintain weight, and keep ourselves healthy into the golden years.

Of course, all of this is easier said than done. There are plenty of factors that can make all of this challenging on a weekly basis. First, our bodies; our metabolism drops as we age and we don’t burn as many calories as we did when most of us were much more active. That means we can’t afford to make as many mistakes. Social interaction can be great, and a big part of that can be eating. But knowing what you’re ordering at a restaurant, choosing the best restaurant for your health success, portion control, and making smart choices are important decisions.

How much salt are you eating? I think people have gotten much smarter about keeping tabs on that. But it doesn’t hurt to remind folks to monitor their sodium intake and be smart. Protein and vitamins are important.

Our absorption decreases as we age, so having more protein––and the right protein––is important. And of course, making sure we have vitamin D, C, and B12 can also help.

I talked about our activity level dropping as we get older. That means if we want to maintain a healthy weight while still eating what we want, it’s important to make exercise a daily part of living. Along those same lines, it’s possible for some to lose their thirst sensation. That can lead to dehydration. While it’s hard to know how much fluid you have taken in, just make sure you are aware, and keep fluids coming in throughout the day.

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My COM M UNICATOR about grocery stores. There might be no better time than right now to have this many choices for good, healthy eating options. I just had a talk with someone about frozen vegetables. That can be a great, convenient option for many. Single-serving packets, microwavable options, and easy preparation can be great. Fresh fruits and vegetables, such as those found at farmers markets, can make it fun to shop, and even tastier.

Finally, find your resources. Dieticians can certainly help. Grocery stores have people on site that can give great advice. There are grocery tours through some of the local organizations, and classes to help with meal plans for those with diabetes or other chronic conditions.

The key is being an active participant in your own health. You’ve planned your whole life to make sure you enjoy your 50s and beyond.

Make sure you are eating right, so you can enjoy all the years ahead.

Visit Us at the 4th Annual

Celebrating Seniors Event May 4

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Mingo Park, 500 E. Lincoln Ave., Delaware

Free health screenings, food, fun and more!

SourcePoint will be participating in this year’s event presented by the Stepping Up to Prevent Falls Coalition of Delaware County. We will be on hand with information about our in-home care services, enrichment center happenings, nutrition and insurance programs, caregiver resources, and giving away small prizes throughout the day.

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Root Canals, IRS Audits, Surgeries, Probate Dennis L. Pergram, Manos, Martin & Pergram Co., LPA

I don’t know about you, but I do not know of anyone who has ever described any of the procedures in the title of this article as pleasurable. While there is probably no absolute way to avoid a root canal, an IRS audit, or a surgery, there are ways to keep some––if not all––of our assets from going through a probate administration.

Real Estate: Having your home titled in the names of both you and your spouse may not ensure that the home will avoid probate upon the first to die. Let’s assume for the sake of discussion that Dick and Jane Jones sell their home to William and Mary Smith. The deed might read “From Dick and Jane Jones to William and Mary Smith,” or it might read “From Dick and Jane Jones to William and Mary Smith for their joint lives, remainder to the survivor.” The phrase “for their joint lives, remainder to the survivor” (the survivorship language) is the wording that allows for the home to avoid probate. If you discover that your deed does not have the survivorship language, the change can be made very simply by executing a deed transferring the home from yourselves to yourselves for your joint lives with rights of survivorship. There is no real estate transfer tax for this transfer and it can be accomplished rather simply and inexpensively.

Now, what if you’re a widow or widower and you want to make sure your home avoids probate upon your death? This can be done by completing a transfer-on-death designation affidavit designating the beneficiaries of your home upon your death. Once again, this is a simple and inexpensive procedure.

Bank Accounts: Many married couples have bank accounts held as joint tenants with rights of survivorship (JROS), which means the survivor receives the money free of probate. While this is typically fine for most married couples, it can create potential problems if the joint accounts are held by two unmarried individuals and one of the individuals contributed everything to the account. For example, a widow may decide to open a JROS account with her son so that the son can inherit, free of probate, the amount in the account upon her death. Of course, the son will have access to the account during both of their lifetimes, and should the son

run into financial difficulty and have judgments issued against him, his creditors may try to attach the account. The way to avoid those risks is to open an individual account and specifically name as beneficiaries of the account those you wish to receive the proceeds upon your death. This is called a payable on death designation (POD). It essentially works just like a life insurance policy where there are named beneficiaries and also avoids probate.

This article provides general information and is not legal advice. Please contact an attorney if you need legal advice.

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From the Insurance Desk

Be Savvy!

Paula Dean and Charlotte Pritt, Insurance Specialists, SourcePoint BE SAVVY ABOUT YOUR SAVINGS—PROTECT YOURSELF FROM SCAMMERS! Millions of older adults fall prey to financial scams every year. Use these tips from the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and the Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement to protect yourself or an older adult you know.

More than 90 percent of all reported elder abuse is committed by the older person’s own family members. Common tactics include depleting a joint checking account, promising but not delivering care in exchange for money or property, outright theft, and other forms of abuse, including physical abuse, threats, intimidation, and neglect of basic care needs.

No one is safe from being ripped off, including those without high incomes or assets. When you understand the most common financial scams targeting seniors, you can spot one before it’s too late.

Stay Involved Isolation is a huge risk factor for elder abuse. Most family violence occurs behind closed doors, and elder abuse is no exception. Some older people self-isolate by withdrawing from the larger community. Others are isolated because they lose the ability to drive, see, or walk about on their own. Staying busy and active is vital to keeping the risk of elder abuse to a minimum.

Visit www.mysourcepoint.org or call SourcePoint at (740) 363-6677 for more information on its programs and services. If someone you know needs assistance outside of Delaware County, visit www.aging.ohio.gov/ resources/seniorcenters or www.eldercare.gov to find services.

When the Phone or Doorbell Rings Always tell solicitors whether they call or show up at your door that you never buy or give to anyone who calls or visits unannounced. Tell them to put it in writing and send it to you. Don’t buy from an unfamiliar company or give to a charity you don’t recognize, and always ask for and wait until you receive written material in the mail about any offer or charity. Neighborhood children you know who are selling fundraising items may be an exception, but a good rule is to never donate if it requires you to write your credit card information on any forms.

It’s also good practice to obtain a salesperson’s name, company, contact information, and website before you transact business. And always take your time in making a decision.

Protect Against Identity Theft Identity theft is a huge business. To protect yourself, invest in—and use—a paper shredder. Monitor your bank and credit card statements

My COM M UNICATOR and never give out personal information over the phone, online, or by email to someone who initiates the contact with you.

More steps you can take: • Destroy all receipts and order forms with your credit card number and/or personal information, including your Social Security number, Medicare number, checking or savings account numbers, phone number, and address, before disposing of them.

• Use caution when sharing account numbers and personal information online or over the phone.

• Always clear your personal information before disposing of computers and other devices.

Be Proactive Sign up for the “Do Not Call” list. Visit www.donotcall.gov to stop telemarketers from contacting you.

Take yourself off multiple mailing lists. Also, be careful with your mail.

If you’re going to be away from home for an extended period, hold your mail. When sending out sensitive mail, consider dropping it off at a secure collection box or directly at the post office.

You also can regularly monitor your credit ratings and check on any unusual or incorrect information at www.AnnualCreditReport.com. To get more tips on protecting yourself from fraud, visit www.onguardonline.gov to help you be a smarter consumer on issues related to spyware, lottery scams, and other swindles.

Using direct deposit ensures that benefit checks go right into your accounts and are protected. Clever thieves or even unscrupulous loved ones have been known to steal benefits checks right out of mailboxes or from seniors’ homes if they are lying around.

Review your Medicare statements to be sure you have in fact received the services billed, and report suspicious activities to 1-800-MEDICARE. Misuse of Medicare dollars is one of the largest scams involving seniors.

Common schemes include billing for services never delivered and selling unneeded devices or services to beneficiaries. Protect your Medicare number as you do your credit card, banking, and Social Security numbers and do not allow anyone else to use it.

Be an informed consumer. Take the time to call and shop around before making a purchase. Also, carefully read all contracts and purchasing agreements before signing. Do not allow yourself to be pressured into making purchases, signing contracts, or committing funds. These decisions are yours and yours alone.

If You’re a Victim If you think you’ve been scammed, don’t be afraid or embarrassed to talk about it—waiting could only make it worse. Immediately: • Call your bank and/or credit card company.

• Cancel any debit or credit cards linked to the stolen account.

• Reset your personal identification number(s).

• Call the police.

Source: National Council on Aging

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Important Traveling Tips for Seniors When you’re traveling, follow these 10 safety tips to protect yourself to ensure a happy and secure journey Pick your local transportation wisely.

Whenever possible, travel in a vehicle that is in good condition and offers working seat belts. Research the safety records of bus companies, and avoid using less-safe vehicles such as rickshaws and mopeds.

Check in with the State Department.

Did you know that the State Department’s Office of American Citizens Services and Crisis Management provides updated safety information for every country in the world? You can search the website and get trustworthy details about wherever you're visiting. Go to http://travel. state.gov/content/passports/english/country.html.

Review the escape route in your hotel room.

Before you get too settled in, you should take a quick look at the emergency escape routes. You'll be glad you did if an emergency arises in the middle of the night.

TRIP SURVEY COMING: WE WANT YOUR INPUT! SourcePoint wants to offer outstanding day and overnight trip options in 2018. To that end, we encourage members and non-members to participate in a related survey that will be available to fill out May 1-19 at the enrichment center. All participants will be entered in a drawing for two tickets to the June Fiesta Supper Club. Thank you for your consideration as we strive to help you live life to the fullest!

Leave an itinerary and emergency contact.

Unplugging while on vacation can be great, but try not to go too off the grid, especially if you're traveling alone. Leave your itinerary—even if it's just as basic as which city you'll be visiting and when you'll return—with a trusted friend or family member.

Take a photo of your passport.

Before you leave, take a photo of your passport with your cell phone, email it to yourself, then save it on your phone. That way, if you need your passport while out and about, but it's locked up in your hotel safe, you’ll have access to all your details. Plus, if it's stolen, getting a replacement will be that much easier.

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Call to confirm room visitors with the hotel desk.

You're in your hotel room and there's a knock at the door from someone claiming to be maintenance or housekeeping. Before you let this person in, call down to the front desk to verify that someone from the property needs access to your room.

Keep cash and valuable secure.

Don’t be flashy with your money or valuables. Keep your cash separated, with some spending money easily accessible and the rest hidden.

Although it's tempting to have your smartphone out constantly to look up directions or take photos, be mindful of your surroundings—thieves love to grab cell phones from people using them on trains and run off at the next stop.

Keep an emergency car kit.

Whether you're driving your own car on a road trip or renting one abroad, make sure you keep a fully stocked kit in case of emergency. This should include a backup battery for your phone, a first-aid kit, reflective warning signs, blankets, non-perishable food, a tire gauge, a flashlight, bottled water, and a snow shovel.

Save emergency numbers.

Remember, you can't call 9-1-1 everywhere. Find out what the local emergency hotlines are and save them to your phone—preferably on speed dial. Also, research the nearest U.S. embassies or consulates and save those addresses and phone numbers, as well.

Source: SmarterTravel

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VOLUNTEER VISIONS Volunteers Make a Difference

Karen Conison, Human Resources Manager SourcePoint This year’s event honoring SourcePoint’s magnificent volunteers was held on April 27. Our theme was “Volunteers Make a Difference.”

Volunteers were treated to dinner created and served by SourcePoint staff members. We were thrilled to enlist the services of Tom Bosco, from WSYX-TV, as our master of ceremonies.

Awards were presented to the following volunteers for their dedication and commitment to SourcePoint: • Above and Beyond Award—Addie McCain for her devoted work in Studio 60.

• Consistent Commitment—Christina Tucker-Eubanks for her dedicated service to Meals on Wheels.

• Family of the Year—The Rich Family: Stewart, Angela, and Trent for their excellent work in Home Chores.

• Group Award—The Studio 60 Friday Team: Eva Vaghy, Stephanie Miller, and Mary Hetrick for their combined service to Studio 60 • Leaping Into Action Award—Christian Andersen for his valued assistance with the insurance program.

• Student of the Year—Justin Monsul for his valued tenure with the Nutrition Department.

• There is No “I” in Team—Shirley Bellemy for her tremendous assistance with Art & Education.

• This year’s event introduced a new award: Power Couple of the Year—Ed and Pat Coleman for their combined efforts in service to Meals on Wheels and Art & Education.

Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees! To see photos from the dinner, visit www.MySourcePoint.org/volunteerdinner.

Volunteers certainly do make all the difference at SourcePoint!

WELCOME NEW VOLUNTEERS! SourcePoint gives a warm welcome to Anthony Ahern, Laura Brown, Richard Brown, Dub Hearon, Owen Hickey, Rick Hoskins, Brian Mooney, Sylvia Sisko, Trisha Stewart, Rebecca Ticker, Sandra Toivonen, and Lauren Torgerson.

NEW RECRUITER FOR VOLUNTEER SERVICES SourcePoint is excited to announce that we have a new recruiter for volunteer services.

Please join me in congratulating and welcoming Jill Smith! Many of you already know Jill. She has been our volunteer specialist for our Meals on Wheels program and has been instrumental in ensuring the consistency and timely delivery of approximately 800 meals to home recipients across the county five days a week. Jill also has developed nearly 300 committed volunteers and also coordinates the Commodities program through the Mid-Ohio Foodbank, which distributes 320 boxes of food each month to Delaware County residents. In Jill’s free time, she still manages to volunteer for the Delaware City Schools designing sets for the theater department.

In her new role as the recruiter for volunteer services, Jill plans to increase SourcePoint’s visibility in Delaware and the surrounding communities, serve as a support system for our wonderful volunteer supervisors, and continue to train and support our volunteers in every way.

Job Searching? Learn Strategies That Work!

If you are a mature job seeker, 50 years of age or older, discover strategies that will help you reach your goal!

Join us

March 16 and 21 or April 20 and 25 or May 18 and 23

Take advantage of this FREE opportunity!

Two days and four informative workshops, to learn the “nuts and bolts” of how to find a job in today’s economy.

Workshop topics include: Job Searching, Resumes & Cover Letters, Accomplishments & Interviewing, Networking, and LinkedIn. To register: Call 614.863.1219 to register for any or all of the workshops.

Location:

Times:

SourcePoint 800 Cheshire Road Delaware, OH 43015 A.M. Workshops - 9:30-11:30 P.M. Workshops - 12:30-2:30

PRESENTED BY: EMPLOYMENT FOR SENIORS FUNDED BY: SOURCEPOINT AND THE WOODHULL FUND OF THE COLUMBUS FOUNDATION

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.EMPLOYSENIORS.ORG

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VOLUNTEER VISIONS CPR, FIRST AID, AED TRAINING Did you know that SourcePoint offers training for CPR, first aid, and AED? SourcePoint has teamed up with Delaware County EMS and the American Heart Association to offer these life-saving classes. Upcoming sessions are May 1, July 17, and Oct. 9 from noon to 5 p.m. Classes are open to volunteers, members, and staff. Registration is limited; sign up by contacting the Volunteer Office at (740) 203-2422.

Why learn CPR? Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death. Each year, more than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States.

When a person has a cardiac arrest, survival depends on immediately getting CPR from someone nearby. Almost 90 percent of people who suffer out-of-hospital cardiac arrests die. CPR, especially if performed in the first few minutes of cardiac arrest, can double or triple a person’s chance of survival.

What is a cardiac arrest?

Sudden cardiac arrest occurs suddenly and often without warning. It is triggered by an electrical malfunction in the heart that causes an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). With its pumping action disrupted, the heart cannot pump blood to the brain, lungs, and other organs.

Seconds later, a person loses consciousness and has no pulse. Death occurs within minutes if the victim does not receive treatment.

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When you want the Best for yourself or for someone you love

• Perfect inspections by the Ohio Department of Health in our healthcare centers.

• Perfect scores in City restaurant inspections.

• 5-star (the best) ratings from Medcare.gov.

• Ranked among the best in the nation by U.S. News and World Report–for several years running.

• Top-rated resident and family satisfaction surveys.

• Named best retirement community, best assisted living, and best nursing home by readers in the annual People’s Choice Awards – two years in a row!

• Renovated Courtyard Restaurant at Willow Brook Christian Village—perfect spot for Sunday brunch.

• Introduced Willow Brook by Day, adult day services program.

Watch the construction off West William Street as we expand our Transitional and Assisted Living areas to accommodate the growing and changing needs of the elders of our community.

CHRISTIAN COMMUNITIES

What to do Cardiac arrest can be reversible in some victims, if it's treated within a few minutes, and lower the risk of early death.

• First, call 9-1-1 and start CPR right away.

• Then, if an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is available, use it as soon as possible.

• If two people are available to help, one should begin CPR immediately while the other calls 9-1-1 and finds an AED.

Willow Brook Christian Village

Fast action can save lives!

100 Delaware Crossing W, Delaware

Source: American Heart Association

100 Willow Brook Way S, Delaware

740-369-0048

Willow Brook Christian Home 55 Lazelle Road, Worthington

614-885-3300

Willow Brook at Delaware Run

740-201-5640

www.willow-brook.org

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IN-HOME CARE & NUTRITION 2018 COMMUNITY PROGRAMS GRANT APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE To efficiently address the needs of Delaware County’s older population, SourcePoint grants funding to local agencies offering supportive services to residents age 55 and older. Applications are currently available for 2018 funding of community programs. Interested applicants will be required to attend an applicant conference on May 5 at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road in Delaware.

For more information, contact Bonnie Schwartz at bonnie.schwartz@ MySourcePoint.org.

BENEFITS OF EATING FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Summer is coming! And that means fresh fruits and vegetables straight from the garden, farmers market or local grocery. Enjoy the best of the season's bounty, and reap the benefits of healthy eating.

Eating well is about fresh, colorful food for meals.

For older adults, there are particular benefits of healthy eating. They include increased mental acuteness, resistance to illness and disease, higher energy levels, faster recuperation times, and better management of chronic health problems, according to Comfort Keepers. Eating well can also be the key to a positive outlook and staying emotionally balanced.

Other benefits to eating more fresh fruits and vegetables include: 1. You will get 10 to 20 times more fiber in your diet.

2. All of the nutrients in fruits and vegetables are available in their natural form.

3. You will be consuming much less sugar and salt if you eat the real thing.

4. You will experience more energy, and you will get full faster.

5. You will not spike your blood sugar nearly as high as you would with fruit juice or vegetable juice.

6. Most vegetables are naturally low in fat and calories. None has cholesterol.

FARMERS MARKET VOUCHER COMING MAY 25, 26 SourcePoint will begin distributing farmers market vouchers May 25 and 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road in Delaware. County residents age 55 and older who meet eligibility requirements may apply.

The vouchers can be used to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables, herbs, baked goods, honey, and even food-bearing plants. Participants who sign up will receive 20 $3 vouchers—a total value of $60—that can be used at participating farmers markets in Sunbury, Powell, and Delaware.

Applications will be available at SourcePoint’s customer service desk or online starting May 25, or at the participating farmers markets beginning June 3. Vouchers are available on a first-come, firstserved basis. For more information, visit www.MySourcePoint.org/ vouchers.

MARCH FOR MEALS RAISES AWARENESS AMONG COMMUNITY LEADERS SourcePoint celebrated Community Champions Day, part of the 15th Annual March for Meals campaign to raise awareness for Meals on Wheels, on March 15 by having elected officials and community leaders help prepare and deliver meals to Delaware County seniors.

Participants included: Mary Crall, public affairs liaison, Office of Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel; Larry Crile, Ostrander City Council; John Donahue, Delaware fire chief; George Hellinger, Delaware city councilman; Tom Homan, Delaware city manager; George Kaitsa, Delaware County auditor; Barb Lewis, Delaware County commissioner; Brian Lorenz, mayor of Powell; Gary Merrell, Delaware County commissioner; Pat Monahan, mayor of Shawnee Hills; Jim Nelson, mayor of Ashley; Bruce Pijanowski, Delaware chief of police, Carolyn Kay Riggle, Delaware mayor; and Roger Van Sickle, Delaware Township trustee.

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IN-HOME CARE & NUTRITION CONTINUED on Wheels program provides more than 200,000 meals to seniors and others in Delaware County. This service helps to fight the battle against hunger that threatens one in six of America’s seniors.

“Those who participated in our Community Champions event saw first-hand the critical role that SourcePoint’s volunteers play in this service,” said Executive Director Bob Horrocks. “As important as a daily hot nutritious meal is for one’s health, this is only half of the story. When a volunteer comes to the door with a big smile or hug, our older meal recipients understand that the person delivering their meal is there because they truly care about them. Often, longstanding relationships form, and knowing that someone will be coming to check on them each day is a great comfort to those who live alone.”

To learn more about SourcePoint’s Meals on Wheels program, visit www.MySourcePoint.org/mealsonwheels.

FREE GROCERIES FOR DELAWARE SENIORS SourcePoint provides local residents with free monthly groceries. To quality for this federally sponsored program, you must be age 60 or older, a county resident, and have an income of no more than $15,444 per year for a one-person household and $20,826 per year for a twoperson household.

Participants pick up free grocery boxes on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Delivery may be available. Typical grocery items include cereal, fruit juice, canned meat or fish, peanut brittle or beans, canned fruit and vegetables, rice or potatoes, and American cheese. To learn more, visit www.MySourcePoint.org/groceries.

PROVIDER NEWS: IN-HOME CARE PROGRAM TO OPEN APPLICATIONS JUNE 12 SourcePoint’s In-Home Care program will once again be partnering with local organizations to offer supportive services to SourcePoint clients. SourcePoint is looking for organizations or businesses offering homemaking, escort, personal care, respite, nursing, emergency response systems, home repair, and adult day care. Applications will be available June 12.

Interested parties are encouraged to visit SourcePoint’s provider website, www.MySourcePoint.org/providers. Please contact Amelia Tucciarone at amelia@MySourcePoint.org for more details.

IN-HOME CARE SourcePoint’s In-Home Care Services are designed to help Delaware County adults live safely in their own home with independence and dignity. We provide information, referrals, and direct access to in-home care services, such as: • Adult Day Care • Chore Services such as changing light bulbs, tacking down cords or rugs, raking leaves, shoveling snow, painting, and more.

• Counseling is available to address grief, depression, anxiety, family caregiving issues, and more.

• Emergency Response Systems • Home Repair and Accessibility Modifications, such as plumbing, flooring, bathroom access, smoke detectors, handicap accessibility, or other repairs necessary for safety and accessibility.

• Homemaker Services, such as light cleaning, cooking, laundry, errands, and grocery shopping. Please note: Homemaker services are in high demand, but workers in Delaware County are in short supply; these services may be limited due to availability.

• Meals on Wheels • Medical Transportation to medical appointments, social service agencies, and adult day care centers.

• Nursing Services to help you achieve optimal health and wellbeing through health screenings and medication monitoring.

• Personal Care, such as bathing and dressing for those who are unable to perform those tasks on their own.

SourcePoint can handle all of your care arrangements and our services are available on a sliding fee scale. Call us for a free, professional, inhome consultation with one of our licensed care consultants.

Information and referral specialists are available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to answer all your questions about aging.

Call (740) 363-6677 today or learn more at www.MySourcePoint.org.

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ENRICHMENT CENTER ACTIVITIES Session 3: May 1–July 1 Activity dates and start times are listed below and are subject to change. For complete details and to register, visit www. MySourcePoint.org. Financial assistance is available. Guests are welcome and may purchase a one-day guest pass for $5.* FITNESS Fitness Center Available during center hours.

Brains & Balance Mon. & Wed., 11 a.m.

Cardio Mix Mon. & Wed., 5:30 p.m.

Circuit Sets Tues. & Thu., 5:45 p.m. NEW! Functional Fitness Tue. & Thu., 4:15 p.m.

Golden Marathon Indoor Hiking Mon. & Thu., 1:30 p.m.

Golden Marathon Outdoor Hiking Mon., 9:30 a.m.

Golf: Hidden Valley League Fri., 9 a.m.

Golf: Travel League Wed., 9 a.m.

Line Dance! Tue., 11 a.m.

Line Dancercise Thu., 10, 11 a.m.

Line Dancing Tue., 6 p.m.

Line Dancing: The Basics Thu., 1 p.m.

Massage Therapy Mon., Wed., Thu., by appt.

PACE Tue. & Fri., 10 a.m.

Pilates Mon. & Wed., 4:30 p.m.

SilverSneakers Cardio Mon. & Wed., 9 a.m.

SilverSneakers Circuit Tue. & Thu., 9, 10 a.m.

SilverSneakers Classic Mon. & Wed., 10 a.m.

SilverSneakers Yoga Tue. & Thu., 11 a.m.

Taoist Tai Chi® Mon., 1 p.m.; Thu., 9 a.m., 4 p.m.

Yoga: Breathing Wed., 10 a.m.

Yoga: Chair Mon., 10 a.m.

Yoga: Hatha Mon., Wed., or Fri. , 11 a.m.

Yoga Restorative Mini-Series Mon. or Wed., 11 a.m.

AQUATICS Aqua Zumba Mon. & Wed., 6:30 p.m.; Tue., 1 p.m. NEW TIME! Aquatics 1 Mon. & Wed., 9 a.m.

Aquatics 2 Mon. & Wed., 11 a.m., 2 p.m.; Tue. & Thu., 9 a.m.

Aquatics 3 Mon. & Wed., 10 a.m., 1 p.m.; Tue. & Thu., 10 a.m.

Aquatics 4 Tue. & Thu., 3 p.m.

Pool Walking Mon. & Wed., 12, 4:30 p.m.; Tue., 12, 4:30 p.m.; Thu., 12, 1, 4:30 p.m.; Fridays, 9, 11 a.m., 12, 1, 2 p.m.; Sat., 8, 9 a.m.

Water Aerobics Tue. & Thu., 5:30–6:15 p.m.

Water Boot Camp Mon. & Wed., 5:30–6:15 p.m.

Water Wellness Fridays, 10–10:45 a.m.

Water Volleyball Tue. & Thu., 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 6:30 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m., 11 a.m.

COMMUNITY Activities open to residents of Delaware County.

Alzheimer’s Support Group 2nd Tue., 10 a.m.

Breakfast Club: Pancake Breakfast & Dance Party June 24, 8:30 a.m.

Caregiver Support Group 2nd Tue., 9 a.m., 6 p.m.

Delaware Speech & Hearing 4th Wed., 9:30 a.m.

DGHD Health Screenings 4th Wed., 9:30 a.m.

Employment for Seniors: Job Seekers Workshops May 18, 23, 9:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m.

Farmers Market Voucher Program May 25-26, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Foot Care Clinic Tue., by appt.

Healthy U Wed., 1 p.m. NEW! Legal Aid 4th Thu., by appt.

Matter of Balance Wed., 10 a.m.

Medicare Workshop 1: Plan Comparisons June 7, 6:30 p.m.; June 21, 10:30 a.m.

Medicare Workshop 2: Supplements May 17, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Medicare: New to Medicare Classes 1st Sat., 10 a.m.; 2nd Wed., 10 a.m.; 4th Wed., 6 p.m.

OhioHealth Lunch & Learn: Medication & Pain Management May 11, 12 p.m.

OhioHealth Lunch & Learn: Diabetes Prevention and Management June 8, 12 p.m.

Parkinson’s Support: Speech Therapy 2nd, 4th Wed., 2:30 p.m.

Supper Club May 10, June 6, 5 p.m.

WISE (Wellness Initiative for Senior Education) Thu., 10 a.m.

ARTS Art Exploration June 23, 30, 1 p.m. NEW! Basic Zentangle June 1, 8, 15, 22, 1 p.m.

Crochet Class: Next Step Tue., 2 p.m.

Chair Caning May 11, 1 p.m. NEW! Coloring Club Sat., 9 a.m.

Create and Pour 3rd Tue., 5:30 p.m.

Creative Connection June 9, 16, 1 p.m.

Creative Writing 4th Mon., 2 p.m.

Decorative Frame May 31, 1 p.m. NEW! Do For Others I Mon., 9 a.m.

Do For Others II 1st Wed., 8 a.m.

Dreamcatcher May 10, 1 p.m. NEW! Exploring Pastels May 6, 13, 20, 9:30 a.m. NEW! The Golden Notes Fri., 1:15 p.m.

Hand Work with Friends Thu., 1:30 p.m.

Knitting Circle Tue., 11 a.m.

Life’s a Stitch Thu., 11:30 a.m.

Liquid Stained Glass May 5, 12, 19, 26, 1 p.m.

Old-Fashioned Sing-Along May 26 and June 30, 10 a.m.

Open Studio May 24, June 28, 1 p.m.

Painting Group Mon., 1–3 p.m.; Sat., June 3, 10, 17, 24, 9:30 a.m.

Photo Workshop: Fireworks June 8, 1 p.m. NEW! Photography Group Last Thu., 1 p.m.

Quilters Rule Tue., 1 p.m.

Reminiscence Theatre Thu., 2:30 p.m.

Scrappy Crafters Tue., 12 p.m.

Serendipity Art: Jewelry and Art June 14, 21, 1 p.m. NEW! Stone Carving: Beginner and Advanced Mon. May 8, 15, 22, June 5, 12, 19, 2:30 p.m. NEW! Woodcarving Mon., 5 p.m., Tue., 9 a.m.

EDUCATION Basic/Intermediate Piano Mon., 1 p.m.

Book Club Discussion Group 2nd Mon., 12 p.m.

Beginner Guitar 1st, 3rd Tue., 6 p.m.

Intermediate Guitar 2nd, 4th Tue, 6 p.m.

How Does Your Garden Grow? Wed., 10 a.m. iPads & iPhones May 1, 8, 15, 11 a.m.

Mind Aerobics Fridays, 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Nepal’s Earthquake and Its Victims May 16, 1 p.m. NEW!

SourcePoint offers financial assistance to Delaware County residents who cannot afford membership and/or program fees.

The application can be obtained at the customer service desk and takes only a moment to complete.

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ENRICHMENT CENTER ACTIVITIES Peace Education Program Thu., 1 p.m.

Senior Learning Network Dates and times to be announced.

Something to Think About 2nd Thu., 6 p.m.

Talk with the Expert: Chronic Back, Neck & Spinal Pain May 4, 6 p.m.; June 21, 10 a.m.

Talking Tech(nology) 2nd, 4th Sat., 9:30 a.m.

Think Positive May 12, June 9, 10 a.m.

Van Young Presents: “What if the South Had Won the Civil War?” May 23, 5:30 p.m.

SOCIAL Billiards Available during center hours Billiards Tournaments Thu., 5 p.m.

Bingo Wed. & Fri., 1 p.m.

Bridge (ACBL-Sanctioned) Thu., 12 p.m.

Bridge (Duplicate) Tuesdays, 12 p.m.

Bridge (Open Play) Mon. & Fri., 10 a.m.

Bridge Lessons (Intermediate) Mon., 12 p.m.

Caring & Sharing 1st, 3rd Mon., 1 p.m.

Coffee & Conversation Wed., 9 a.m.

Cornhole Tue., 5:30 p.m.

Dining Out: Center Diners 3rd Thu., 5:30 p.m.

Dining Out: Red Hats 2nd Thu., 11:30 a.m.

Dining Out: ROMEOs 1st Tue., 12:30 p.m.

Dominoes Tue. & Thu., 1 p.m.

Euchre Mon., 1 p.m.

Euchre Club Wed., 5 p.m.

Hand & Foot Mon. & Wed., 3 p.m.

LIVE on Cheshire Thu., 5:30 p.m.

Mah Jongg Wed., 1 p.m.

Member Potlucks 2nd Tuesday, 12 p.m.

Movies Mon., 6 p.m.; Fri. 2 p.m.

The Piano Man, Karl Schmidt Mon., 10 a.m.

Table Tennis (Multiple Tables) Mon. & Wed., 1 p.m.; Thu., 5 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.

Table Tennis (Single Table) Mon. & Thu., 8 a.m.; Tue.–Fri., 1 p.m.

Toe-Tapping Tuesdays Tue., 2:30 p.m.

Unplugged Elastic Band Wed., 10 a.m.

TRIPS Hocking Hills Hiking May 22 Ohio State Reformatory Historic Site & Ohio Bird Sanctuary June 22 Morgan’s Outdoor Adventures: Scenic Float Tour June 26 New York, New York July 3–6 Hollywood Casino-Toledo July 20 Ohio State at Indiana Aug. 31–Sept. 1 Treasures of Quebec by Rail Sept. 15–21 Coastal New England Oct. 12–18 SourcePoint is closed May 27, 29, and June 16.

For full details and up-to-date information about session activities, call (740) 363-6677 or go to www.MySourcePoint.org. *Applicable for any daily fee activity or free activity

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1... on independence, and advocating for themselves and others. ... What it means to age has changed, and OAM 2017 is a perfect opportunity to recognize and celebrate what getting older looks like today."

The history of Older Americans Month shows how things have changed. When Older Americans Month was established in 1963, "only 17 million living Americans had reached their 65th birthday."

Approximately one-third of those older adults lived in poverty and had few programs to meet their needs. A meeting between President John F. Kennedy and members of the National Council of Senior Citizens led to the designation of the month of May as Senior Citizens Month, which became Older Americans Month.

Today, Older Americans Month is celebrated nationally through a variety of events, formal ceremonies, and other activities, showing how today's older adults are facing the aging process with more gusto than ever. Even the activities suggested on the Older Americans Month webpage (https://oam.acl.gov/index.html) promote a more youthful approach to aging—selfies and posts on social media pages (complete with Age Out Loud hashtag), to name just two.

ONE WORD, MANY DEFINITIONS Further proof that the act of getting older has changed comes in simply trying to define the word "old." Chances are, the definition given depends on the age of the person giving it (much like, say, an 8-yearold might consider someone old after their 40th birthday). A survey conducted by the Pew Research Center asked people in different age groups what made someone "old." Here is a sampling of their answers: • 63 percent of respondents between ages 18 and 29 said you are considered old if you frequently forget familiar names, compared to 45 percent of respondents age 50 to 64 and 47 percent of respondents over age 65.

• 44 percent of respondents between ages 18 and 29 said retiring makes you old, compared to 10 percent of respondents over age 65.

• 29 percent of respondents between ages 18 and 29 said having grandchildren makes you old, compared to 10 percent of those age 50 to 64 and 9 percent of those over age 65.

When asked to put a number on it, the respondents between 18 and 29 said the average person becomes old at age 60. Respondents in the middle-age range considered old age to begin closer to age 70, while those 65 and older said the average person isn't considered old until turning 74.

There were, however, certain characteristics associated with aging upon which all age groups could agree. All generations within the Pew CONTINUED ON PAGE 20...

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Call 740-971-1966 ”My fitness journey changed when Dave Lewis at Fit Fam became my Personal Trainer. The key word in that phrase should be personal... which Dave understands & practices.

First, he evaluates you carefully from head to toe & interviews you to determine your personal goals. Then he designs your workouts to improve your weak areas including a focus on balance & strength. His Christian ethic & genuine concern strengthen your spirit & resolve as well. Dave’s passion for relieving pain & helping individuals attain better fitness is the key to his success… he is devoted to improving the quality of life for all of his clients no matter their age or abilities.

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Personal Training for Older Adults both in home or our studio.

Balance, Low Back/Core Strengthening, Total Body Strength Training & More. Call 740-971-1966 to schedule a session!

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By Judy Titus, creative writer The loss of my brother, John, has left me with a sadness so deep that it seems to inhabit my very bones. It is a sadness that colors my days with darkness. I feel regret for words spoken and unspoken, for what was and what might have been. I feel relief that his suffering is over. These feelings and more bring my life to a standstill.

The best that I can do is to put one foot in front of another and keep moving. One day at a time, even one hour at a time if that is all I can manage, I will keep moving. I will persevere. I will hang in there and hang on by my fingernails if necessary. I know that this will pass. I also know that it cannot be hurried. It must be lived. Grief is part of our human experience and the price we pay for being able to love.

When I want to crawl into bed and pull the covers over my head, I remember these words of Eleanor Roosevelt, "You must do the thing you think you cannot do," so I keep moving. I force myself to focus on the mundane, mentally reviewing each minute detail of simple, oft repeated, tasks. I practice mindfulness by focusing on each step I take. I tell myself to

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pick up the foot, move it forward, and put it down.

I will repeat that sequence a thousand times each day.

I try my best to focus on gratitude, but quickly learn that it does not come easily when times are tough. I struggle to find even one thing for which I can be grateful. Then suddenly it comes to me. I can be grateful to be experiencing this sadness, for it means that I will once again be able to experience joy.

Soon I begin to examine my most prized possessions, my memories.

As I relive those long-ago days, I remember our play, our laughter, our adventures, and yes, even our squabbles. These bright, shiny, childhood memories slowly bring the light back into my life. The pendulum has swung.

The healing process has begun.

To all who have lost loved ones, may you be comforted with happy memories of those you have lost.

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1... assistant administrator of SourcePoint's enrichment center. "It does not matter what age or fitness level you are; when you add physical activity to your lifestyle, you can improve your well-being. And physical activity in a group or social setting engages more parts of the brain."

Smith said SourcePoint offers a range of fitness programs suitable for any fitness level. Classes have varied intensity levels, so members can make informed decisions on what class to choose, and yoga and tai chi classes can be modified to do from a chair. Fitness levels are categorized as follows: • Level 1 classes are low intensity, with a focus to maintain or improve balance, body control, range of motion, and joint health.

• Level 2 classes are low to moderate intensity, with a focus to maintain or improve cardio endurance, muscle tone, balance, agility, and flexibility.

• Level 3 classes are moderate to high intensity, with a focus to maintain or improve aerobic endurance, agility, and flexibility. Expect 25 to 30 minutes of cardio work.

• Level 4 classes are high intensity, with a focus to maintain or improve higher-level cardio endurance, strength training, and agility. Expect 30 to 40 minutes of cardio work.

"Physical activity is important, but we hear from members that the social

connections they make are most meaningful," Smith said.

Members also can stimulate their brains, from learning how to play the guitar or piano to creative writing, photography, and presentations. And Smith said programs, such as Matter of Balance and Healthy U, provide evidence-based tools to manage changes and chronic conditions that aging may bring. To learn more, contact SourcePoint at (740) 363-6677 or visit www.MySourcePoint.org.

Exercise is vital to healthy aging, and those who are homebound don't have to miss out on the opportunity to stay fit.

"Even if you are working out at home, you can notice a difference after just a little bit of exercising," said Dave Lewis of Fit Fam Personal Training, who provides in-home training sessions for those unable to get to the gym. "I worked with one lady who was falling regularly. I started working with her twice a week and she's has fallen only once since."

Lewis said personal training is exactly that—personal, so he does an evaluation for each client before crafting an exercise program to meet their needs.

"It's never too late to start, and we incorporate safe strengthening exercises for all older adults in our training to improve overall balance, endurance, and strength," Lewis said.

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Going out for a special dinner at SourcePoint is a real treat! For our Supper Club events, we invite the community to join friends and family for delicious buffet dinners and musical entertainment on select dates throughout the year.

Make your reservations now for these upcoming dinners: • Wednesday, May 10 Mother’s Day • Tuesday, June 6 Fiesta Start Mother’s Day early by treating those special women in your life to a very special evening. The scrumptious menu features: a mixed greens salad with mandarin oranges, strawberries, and French toast croutons with a shallot vinaigrette; steak Oscar; roast salmon, with a raspberry and ginger glaze; sautéed field peas and spinach; roast vegetable hash; tri-color fingerling potatoes; Israeli couscous, with a parsley and cucumber compote; and for dessert, buttermilk strawberry shortcake and assorted pies. Throughout dinner, enjoy the lilting music of harpist Kelsey Warren. Cost is $17 per adult, $7 for children ages 6-12, and free for children under 6.

For June’s Fiesta Supper Club, get your southwestern groove on—olé!

Enjoy a buffet filled with your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes: a taco and nacho bar, with all the fixings; chicken enchiladas; chili rellenos; refried beans; Spanish rice, with cilantro; posole; chile verde; Texas caviar (bean salad); and for dessert, churros and tres leche cake. Let Karl Schmidt, aka The Piano Man, entertain you for the evening. Cost is $15 per adult, $7 for children ages 6-12, and free for children under 6.

Dinners are held from 5 to 7 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road in Delaware, and are open to the public. Proceeds benefit programs and services that help adults to thrive after 55. For more information and to make your paid reservations, go online at www.MySourcePoint.org/supperclub or call (740) 363-6677.

AGING THEIR WAY: ELLIE MILLIGAN With the aforementioned characteristics fitting into the majority's definition of "getting old," it's no surprise that the main mission of SourcePoint is to keep Delaware County residents living independently and in better health as they age. But should you need further proof of SourcePoint's anti-aging efforts, one visit to the Cheshire Road facility should convince you that the organization and its enrichment center have enough youthful activities and events going on to make Juan Ponce de Leon proud.

"There's really no secret. You just have to show up here," said Ellen (Ellie) Milligan, a former dining hostess at SourcePoint who, as a singer and guitar player in two bands that perform at SourcePoint, would be a fine spokesperson for the Aging Out Loud theme of Older Americans Month.

On a recent early evening at SourcePoint (well past the stereotypical dinnertime), Milligan and three other musicians—collectively known as The Charmers—were working their way through a harmonious rendering of "Wagon Wheel" in a lower-level classroom. Milligan took a short break to rave about what brought her to SourcePoint in the first place and all that keeps her coming back.

"I started as a Meals on Wheels deliverer and did that for two winters.

Then a position came available in the dining room and I applied for it," Milligan said. "I was here when they opened this building in 2007."

Milligan worked at SourcePoint for more than eight years before officially retiring last December. But you can still find the Sunbury resident there on a regular basis.

"This is just such a wonderful place to be, with so many wonderful people. And no matter what your interest is, someone here will guide you where you want to go," Milligan said.

Milligan said all of the opportunities offered through SourcePoint are things that just weren't readily available for her parents' generation.

"Saying that 60 is the new 40 is absolutely true," she said. "I think people just have more of a healthy mindset today. A lot of people are more optimistic."

Milligan doesn't overstate the ability of music to create that feeling of youthful optimism, not only for the musicians, but also those hearing the performance. A self-taught guitar player, Milligan admits she used to be pretty shy when it came to performing. But after more than 50 years CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE...

My COM M UNICATOR with a guitar in her hands, she's learned to "get over it and just have fun."

"To look out into the audience and see the music bring back a memory for someone is so nice," she said. "We play for folks who may not be able to remember much, but when they hear that music something kicks in."

Milligan likes just about all types of music, but grew up listening to country, which is mostly what you'll hear from The Charmers when they practice at SourcePoint on Tuesdays. Milligan's other group, Summertime, ventures more into rock-and-roll territory.

When asked what advice she'd have for others looking to take a more youthful approach to aging, Milligan summed it up with a ringing endorsement for SourcePoint.

"Get out of the house and get over here," she said. "There is something for everyone here, and you'll be so glad that you did it. I have made many longtime friends here. It keeps me young."

AGING THEIR WAY: VAN AYERS Music is one of the things that brought Delaware resident Vance (Van) Ayers to SourcePoint, and you can often find him handling some of the vocal duties during the regular SourcePoint Jam sessions.

"My wife and I used to go to watch the groups that played there on Thursday nights, and finally they got me to go ahead and join," Ayers said.

After joining SourcePoint, Ayers started adding his vocals to the mix of guitars, ukuleles, and other instruments during the jam sessions.

"We do about 20 songs on the night, and I have a couple that I'll lead," Ayers said, adding that the repertoire is nothing like what you'd hear during a Lawrence Welk rerun. "We'll do 'Country Roads,' 'The Weight,' stuff like that."

Ayers said he has also taken advantage of the water volleyball that SourcePoint offers as a way to stay in shape.

"I probably don't do the gym like I ought to, but I'm getting six hours of exercise a week just doing the volleyball," he said. "I just got a knee replacement so the water is good for me. It's like catching a second wind."

Ayers said the activities and the SourcePoint building are a far cry from what you used to associate with a "senior center," including what used to be in Delaware.

"I remember members used to get together and play cards, or do some crafts. The building wasn't that large and really wasn't that nice," he said.

"This (new building) is so well maintained, and it's hard to believe how much goes on. It almost puts you in awe as you go in."

Ayers and his wife, Sheila, are also quick to praise the other services

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offered through SourcePoint, which help the aging process go more smoothly.

"A few years back, when we were caring for my parents, I took the caregiving course and did some of the retreats. It was such a blessing to have those," Sheila said.

"And I'm kind of looking forward to going to one of those New to Medicare classes," Van said. "I'm turning 64 in August, so I'll have a year to make my plans for what I want to do."

AGING THEIR WAY: PAT LIGGETT When Delaware resident Patricia (Pat) Liggett had back surgery, she was in rehab for eight days and knew that, for her to recover as she wanted to, she'd need assistance from SourcePoint.

"I had a nurse come three times a week and had physical therapy another three times a week for a two-month period," she said. "I also got Meals on Wheels for those two months. And I have someone come every other week to help with heavy lifting and cleaning.

Those were coordinated through SourcePoint."

Liggett praised the work of SourcePoint's care consultants, saying they played a key role in her post-surgery recovery.

"They really do a good job. Once you hook up with them, if you are in need of any services, they take care of it all," she said.

It's fitting that SourcePoint has done so much to help Liggett, given that she's given SourcePoint close to 3,000 hours of help over 15 years as a volunteer.

"I started years ago as a board member, then when I retired I started helping with meals and transportation," she said. "I've helped with special events, too. That's what keeps me going. Plus it's been a good social outlet."

Liggett said the services offered through SourcePoint are well beyond what was available in the community to the previous generation.

"Years ago when my mother was aging, they didn't have any of these services at all," she said. "My mom fell and broke her hip and was in a nursing home for 10 years. Today, we are very lucky to live in Delaware County and have access to these services. I know people who moved to Delaware County just to have them."

Liggett said it's the combination of things that SourcePoint offers— the activities, the services, and the volunteer opportunities—that make it possible for this generation of older adults to "age out loud."

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 21... and volunteer. If not, you'll just vegetate," Liggett said. "I'd be playing games on the computer all day if I wasn't volunteering, and that's not healthy. Keeping busy is the main thing. Find something to fill your time.

I deliver meals to people younger than I am who are in wheelchairs or have canes, and I feel grateful that I'm able to do it. You just need to get out and move. And if you go to SourcePoint, there are a million things you can do."

AGING THEIR WAY: JACK MCGRAW Â If you're among those who have been beaten at a game of billiards at SourcePoint by Jack McGraw, don't feel bad. After all, he's been playing the game since he was about seven years old.

McGraw, who is a mainstay around the SourcePoint pool tables and is happy to give lessons between friendly games, started playing at a young age after accompanying his dad to the occasional "beer joint."

"My mom passed away when I was seven," McGraw said. "My dad liked to have a drink every now and then and I went with him for a lot of years.

The rules (about letting me in) were a little more lenient back then."

McGraw said he learned to play cards and pool in those days, and he's been hooked ever since.

"My dad would go to the restroom and I'd play his cards," he said.

Today, pool is one of several ways that McGraw stays active. In the warmer months, you can often find him on the golf course, and before you can be too impressed by his four handicap, he modestly claims that his impressive scores come from "from the senior tees."

"We play out of the enrichment center in a league, and play about eight different courses three times," he said.

McGraw, who said he is a better billiards player than golfer and helps organize pool leagues and tournaments at SourcePoint, doesn't recall a time when he wasn't active. Before he retired, he worked for a company that did historic building restoration.

"I was more of a foreman/superintendent with them, second in command for the company," he said. "We went all over. We restored a veterans hospital in Iowa City, did more than 50 courthouses, a lot of state capital buildings and a lot of Catholic churches."

These days, you can often find him at SourcePoint, which he said has been "a really good fit."

"I like to shoot the breeze anyway, and the pool room in the enrichment center has that atmosphere. You make a lot of friends and get close to a lot of people."

My COM M UNICATOR McGraw has also made friends through his church involvement and participation in SourcePoint's fitness classes.

"I take the high-level fitness classes, and the instructor really works us," he said. "But you'd be surprised at how many in the class are in their 60s and 70s and are in pretty good shape. Those are great classes."

While McGraw enjoys participating in a wide variety of activities inside and outside of SourcePoint, including bridge and swing dancing, he enjoys teaching others even more.

"I play golf with people and I enjoy helping them improve their game more than my own," he said. "I'm teaching a guy now who's 84 or 85 and he has gotten a lot better."

Friendships made and bonds formed are what McGraw enjoys most about "aging out loud," and he encourages anyone looking to make the most out of aging to get to SourcePoint ASAP. "You really just need to get there. Just being there and taking an exercise class makes you feel so much better about yourself," McGraw said. "I'd tell people just to come out and make friends. There are so many activities that will fit your interests, and the staff will work with you to try to find something for you."

McGraw said he knows some people can be shy, or maybe a medical condition has made them reluctant to socialize, but they shouldn't worry about feeling welcome at SourcePoint.

"You can come right in and sit down and have a good time. The people are excellent, and treat you with a lot of respect," he said.

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A Future Without Modern Conveniences Sara Kennedy, Orange Branch Assistant Manager Delaware County District Library David William’s debut novel, “When the English Fall,” offers a new perspective on apocalyptic fiction, written from the point of view of an Amish farmer named Jacob. Part insight into Amish culture, part dystopian novel, the novel––written as a series of journal entries––follows the days leading up to a solar storm and its aftermath. Farmer Jacob lives a peaceful life with his wife, Hannah, and their two children, and occasionally does business with “the English” outside of his Amish community. His life is quiet and deliberate, until the day that the English fall. What begins as a solar storm, beautiful in its brutality, ultimately transforms society, knocking out power and machinery for everyone, causing planes to crash from the sky and vehicles to sit without purpose.

Jacob and his family, already accustomed to a life without modern conveniences, must decide what course of action they will take, and what assistance, if any, they will provide to their English neighbors.

The novel offers a compelling plot and characters. Seeing the slow decline of society through the eyes of an Amish farmer and his family provides a unique perspective on the events taking place.

Jacob’s daughter, Rachel, has what we might refer to as second sight, which Jacob attributes to her being born with a caul over her face. The passages involving Rachel and Jacob are some of the best in the novel, with Rachel offering prophetic glimpses of events that have not yet happened.

Jacob’s English neighbors are also well-developed characters, providing a stark contrast to Jacob’s family and way of life. As events unfold outside of the Amish community, Jacob becomes witness to his English neighbors’ unraveling. The novel’s tone is slow and reflective, with Jacob pondering his place in the world, both before and after catastrophic events. The simple writing style reflects the simple lives of Jacob and his family. The story is compelling, however, and reads quickly, with the pace intensifying as the story progresses. The interesting points of view, perspective, plot, and characters add up to an enjoyable read.

The author, David Williams, was inspired by the events of 1859, also known as the Carrington Event, which is one of the largest solar storms on record. Scientists believe that if a solar storm of this scale occurred today, it would cause extensive damage, knocking out the electrical grid, among other things. If you enjoy this novel, some great read-alikes for this title would be “Station Eleven” by Emily St. John-Mandel, “California” by Eden Lepucki, the “One Second After” series by William Forstchen, the “World Made By Hand” series by James Howard Kunstler, and “The Dog Stars” by Peter Heller. If you are interested in reading more about the Carrington Event, try “The Sun Kings: The Unexpected Tragedy of Richard Carrington and the Tale of How Modern Astronomy Began” by Stuart Clark. “When the English Fall” will be released on July 11.

The Delaware County District Library provides periodic book reviews for My Communicator. Materials reviewed are available for use at DCDL.

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Support Groups ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION Meeting: 2nd Tue., 10–11:30 a.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware; 2nd Thu., 10–11:30 a.m. at Willow Brook Delaware Run, 100 Delaware Crossing, Delaware; 2nd Tue., 1–2:30 p.m. at Asbury UM Church, 55 W. Lincoln Ave., Delaware Contact: (740) 363-1365

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUPS Meeting: 2nd Tue., 9–10 a.m. or 6–7 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware; 3rd Mon., 3–4 p.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 9633 E. State Rte. 37, Sunbury; 4th Wed., May 24, 2–3 p.m. at Ganzhorn Suites, 10272 Sawmill Parkway, Powell Contact: SourcePoint at (740) 203-2399

CARING AND SHARING Meeting: 1st & 3rd Mon., 1–2 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware Contact: SourcePoint at (740) 363-6677

DELAWARE MIGHTY SOULS (MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS) Meeting: 1st Thu., 6–8 p.m. at Willow Brook Delaware Run, 100 Delaware Crossing, Delaware Contact: Thom at (740) 815-5809 or Ron at (740) 815-3837

MEMORY LOSS EMPOWERMENT GATHERING Meeting: 3rd Tue., 6:30–8 p.m. at Ganzhorn Suites, 10272 Sawmill Pkwy., Powell Contact: RSVP to Anne Farley at (614) 3569810 or crd.powell@ganzhorn.com

NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS (NAMI) CONNECTION RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP Meeting: 2nd Thu., 11:30 a.m. at Maryhaven, 88 N. Sandusky St., Delaware; 4th Thu., 6 p.m. at NAMI, 560 Sunbury Road, Stes. 11-12, Delaware Contact: Becky Becker at (740) 815-1767

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Meeting: 3 Tue., 6:30–8 p.m. at NAMI, 560 Sunbury Road, Delaware Contact: Becky Becker at (740) 815-1767

Genoa Community Building 5111 S. Old 3C Hwy., Westerville Meeting: 2nd Thu., 12 p.m.

Contact: Bill Brown at (614) 882-1034

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PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP Meeting: 3rd Wed. at 1:30 p.m. at Delaware Township Hall, 2590 Liberty Road, Delaware Contact: Kathy Kotowski at (614) 846-8009

THURSDAY NIGHT TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) Meeting: Mon., 5:45–6:45 p.m. at Old Stone Presbyterian Church, 41 Hodges Road, Delaware and Thu., 6–7 p.m. at Zion United Church of Christ, 51 W. Central Ave., Delaware Contact: Georgeanna Mills at (740) 881-4497

Community Clubs ASHLEY SENIOR CITIZENS Ashley Villa, 240 S. Main St., Ashley Meeting: 3rd Mon., 12 p.m.

Contact: (740) 747-2658

BELLPOINT SENIOR CITIZENS Contact: Bob Burr at (740) 369-0652

BIG WALNUT SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB PJ’s Pizza, 571 W. Cherry St., Sunbury Meeting: 1st Thu., 11:30 a.m.

Contact: Virginia Helwig at (740) 965-9636

DUBLIN COMMUNITY SENIOR CITIZENS Dublin Rec Center, 5600 Post Road, Dublin Meeting: 2nd Mon., 11:15 a.m.

Contact: Wanda Kamler at (614) 410-4550

DELAWARE COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION delawarecountyretiredteachersassociation.com Willow Brook Christian Village, 100 Willow Brook Way, Delaware Meeting: 2nd Fri. in March, June, September; 1st Fri. in December Contact: Carolyn Tarantine at (614) 895-9861

HYATTS AREA SENIOR GROUP SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware Meeting: 2nd Tue. Contact: Barb Spellman at (740) 369-3500

LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS www.lwvdelawarecountyohio.com Contact: Trish Bishop at (614) 394-8339 or lwvdelawarecountyohio@gmail.com

OLENTANGY AREA SENIORS, INC. Orange Township Hall, 1680 E. Orange Road, Lewis Center Meeting: 1st Wed., 11:45 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Contact: Patricia Fitch at (614) 854-0855

OSTRANDER SENIOR CITIZENS Ostrander Community Center 3737 Ostrander Road, Ostrander Meeting: 4th Thu., 1 p.m.; euchre and dominoes on every other Thu.; birthday celebrations on 2nd Tue. Contact: Harla Lawson at (614) 570-8978 or hlawsite@gmail.com

PROSPECT SENIOR CITIZENS Prospect Senior Citizens Building 318 N. Elm St., Prospect Meeting: Every Thu., 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Contact: Rick Willey at (740) 494-2989

WESTERVILLE AAUW Westerville Area Resource Ministry 150 Heatherdown Dr., Westerville Meeting: 2nd Thu., 7 p.m.

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New Tools on Facebook Make it Harder to Share Fake News Travis Fordham, Digital Media Coordinator SourcePoint

During the 2016 election cycle, you may have heard about some of the criticism being leveled at Facebook for being a facilitator and magnifier of stories that contained misinformation or "fake news."

As part of the effort to combat this, the social network giant is said to be rolling out more new tools that are designed to make it harder to share these types of news stories. According to Facebook, when sharing, a window will pop up and give you a warning that the article is disputed by independent fact-checkers or has been debunked. If you choose to ignore all the warning signs and still post the article, the article will not be shared immediately but another pop-up will appear indicating that the content is disputed. If you then choose to “Post Anyway,” it will show a warning flag below the post in your timeline. In addition, these disputed stories are said to appear lower in news feeds.

With the term “fake news” being used so often, it begs the question,

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"What is it, exactly?" An article recently published by the University of Western Ontario, which developed and used an algorithm to detect fake news, cited five types of news articles that can generally be classified as fake. They include: 1. Intentionally deceptive—These are news stories created entirely to deceive readers. The 2016 U.S. election was rife with examples claiming that “x celebrity has endorsed Donald Trump,” when that was not the case.

2. Jokes taken at face value—Humor sites such as The Onion or Daily Mash present fake news stories in order to satirize the media. Issues can arise when readers see the story out of context and share it with others.

3. Large-scale hoaxes—Deceptions that are then reported in good faith by reputable news sources. A recent example would be the story that the founder of Corona beer made everyone in his home village a millionaire in his will.

4. Slanted reporting of real facts—Selectively chosen but truthful elements of a story put together to serve an agenda. One of the most prevalent examples of this is the PR-driven science or nutrition story, such as “x thing you thought was unhealthy is actually good for you.”

5. Stories where the “truth” is contentious—On issues where ideologies or opinions clash (for example, territorial conflicts), there is sometimes no established baseline for truth. Reporters may be unconsciously partisan or perceived as such.

In spite of these new tools and continued best efforts, Facebook admits it may never be able to truly eradicate fake news, nor is that necessarily its responsibility. And so the debate over whether Facebook should be responsible for publishing "fake news" will continue. In the meantime, more information is being provided to users, so we can all make an informed decision when deciding what we choose to share on Facebook.

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New Caregiver Group Meeting in Sunbury Sara Stemen, Caregiver Program Coordinator SourcePoint

SourcePoint is pleased to announce the availability of free family caregiver support group meetings in Sunbury. The support group allows individuals caring for a loved one to share experiences, meet other caregivers, discover new resources, and ask questions.

The support group will meet on the third Monday of each month from 3 to 4 p.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 9633 East State Route 37 in Sunbury. Led by trained staff, the support group is open to Delaware County residents as well as those caring for a loved one in Delaware County. SourcePoint’s caregiver program is funded in part by the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging (COAAA).

Upcoming meetings will be on May 15 and June 19. Registration is required and can be completed online or by calling me at (740) 203-2399.

MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUPS SourcePoint provides monthly opportunities for caregivers to learn, grow, and gather support from others who are also caring for a loved one.

You are invited to come meet other caregivers, discover new resources, and ask any questions you may have.

Upcoming family caregiver support groups will take place on the following dates, at the locations listed: • Tuesday, May 9, 9-10 a.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware • Tuesday, May 9, 6-7 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware.

• Monday, May 15, 3-4 p.m. at St. John Neumann, 9633 E. State Rte. 37, Sunbury.

• Wednesday, May 24, 2-3 p.m. at the Ganzhorn Suites, 10272 Sawmill Parkway, Powell.

• Tuesday, June 13, 9-10 a.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware.

• Tuesday, June 13, 6-7 p.m. at SourcePoint, 800 Cheshire Road, Delaware.

• Monday, June 19, 3-4 p.m. at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 9633 E. State Rte. 37, Sunbury.

• Wednesday, June 28, 2-3 p.m. at Ganzhorn Suites, 10272 Sawmill Parkway, Powell.

If you are interested in attending any of our family caregiver support groups, please call me to register at (740) 203-2399 or register online at www.MySourcePoint.org/supportgroups. Please note registration is required to participate.

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