The Dayton Weekly News - Vol. 29, Issue 41

Dayton Unit NAACP Leaders Elected to NAACP Statewide Offices

On Saturday, Septem-

ber 9, 2023 at the Embassy Suites in Dublin, Ohio, the Ohio Conference NAACP held its biennial election with terms commencing on September 9, 2021 and expiring on September 13, 2025. Tom Roberts, former Ohio State Senator and 2nd Vice President of the Dayton Unit NAACP, was re-elected as President of the Ohio Conference NAACP. Roberts ran unopposed.

Dr. Derrick L. Foward, President of the Dayton Unit NAACP, was reelected as 1st Vice President. Foward ran unop-

Tom Roberts

Dr. Derrick L. Foward posed. Andre Washington, President of Ohio APRI, was re-elected as 2nd Vice President. Washington ran unopposed. Annette

McCoy, President of the Trumbull County NAACP, was elected as 3rd Vice President. McCoy ran unopposed. Dr. Dora Bron-

ston, former Vice Mayor of Middletown, was reelected as Secretary. Bronston ran unopposed. Rev. Dr. Willie L. Perryman, Jr., President of the Toledo NAACP, was re-elected as Treasurer. Perryman ran unopposed. Oliver Warren, 1st Vice President of the Wooster / Orrville NAACP, was re-elected as Assistant Secretary. Warren ran unopposed. WilliAnn Moore, former President of the Toledo NAACP, was re-elected as Assistant Treasurer. Moore ran unopposed.

“I am humbled and truly appreciate Citizens all

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DBJ Names 2023 honorees for Leaders in Diversity Awards

The Dayton Business Journal has named the honorees for the 2023 Leaders in Diversity Awards. An event honoring these people and companies will be held next month.

The awards recognize organizations that have contributed to harnessing diversity within their workforces and actively taking the lead to promote and champion diversity within the community or their industries.

The awards also hon-

or individuals within the community or for-profit and nonprofit organizations who have shown outstanding initiative to promote diversity and inclusion, either in their

organization or community, making a positive difference in others’ lives through contributions to social justice, equality and diversity.

Honorees will be recog-

850 Butterflies Released to Honor Loved Ones at Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton

nized at an event on Oct. 26 and then both online and in-print on Oct. 27.

The 2023 Leaders in Diversity Awards will be held on Thursday, Oct. 26 at Sinclair Community College from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Here are this year’s honorees:

Outstanding Diversity Partner

Outstanding Diverse Organization

• Dayton VA Medical Center

• Wright-Patt Credit Union Board Champion

• Stacey Lawson, Dayton Art Institute

• Stacy Thompson, Greater West Dayton Incubator

Outstanding Community Voice

• Whitney Barkley, Greater West Dayton Incubator

Outstanding Company

Voice

• Dr. Alok Agrawal, Dayton VA Medical Center

• Jared Cutler, Sinclair Community College

• Danotta Hamilton, Premier Health

Diversity Champion

• Lenesia Boddie, Kettering Health

• Jennifer Dougherty, CareSource

• Marty Grunder, Grunder Landscaping

• Sharon (Howard) White, Premier Health

Wilberforce University's New Vice President of Development

Wilberforce University

announces alumnus Steven Miller as the newly appointed vice president for development.

In this role, Mr. Miller will be responsible for providing executive leadership in development and institutional advancement. His responsibilities will include developing objectives and strategies in the areas of fundraising, major gifts, and gift planning, foundation and corporate relations, annual giving, communications and marketing, alumni and constituent relations, public relations, and capital campaigns.

In his most recent position as the central and southern Ohio director of development for the United Negro College Fund (UNCF), Mr. Miller led all fundraising for the area office. Prior to joining UNCF, he was a director of corporate relations for the Ohio Minority Supplier Development Council.

A member of New Birth Christian Ministries in Columbus, Ohio, Mr. Miller

Steven Miller

also serves on the board of St. Charles Preparatory, also in Columbus. His commitment to service includes the Columbus chapter’s Big Brother Big Sisters African American Advisory Council. He is a proud member of Omega Psi Phi, Fraternity, Inc. Mr. Miller earned his bachelor's degree in Organizational Management from Wilberforce University. He will become an official member of the Wilberforce University Bulldog family on October 9, 2023.

Wilberforce University New Student Housing

In a few months, thirty three students at Wilberforce University will move to a new campus home. Groundbreaking for the first building of a proposed 10 dormitory complex featuring prefabricated residence halls will begin in late September. The completion date for the first dormitory is scheduled for December of this year.

Once completely constructed, all of these three story buildings will have a

More than 850 butterflies were released in honor of loved ones at the Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Celebrating Life's Stories® Butterfly Release on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, at the Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton Hospice House.

The Butterfly Release raised nearly $25,000 to support patient care and services at the not-forprofit organization. More than 475 members of the community gathered to honor and remember special people who have touched their lives. For

those who were not able to attend, butterflies were released on their behalf.

“We are grateful to our community for their ongoing support of our mission,” said Jill Lewis, development director at the Ohio’s Hospice Founda-

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• Glen McMurry, Taft Law

• Marya Rutherford Long, Fifth Third

• Tom Thompson, Sinclair College and Valens Solutions

• Jeffrey Trzeciak, Dayton Metro Library

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cutting edge design with a look that's more contemporary than the familiar brick and mortar campus housing.

"I have gotten a lot of good feedback from students who are really excited about the prospect of having a new residence hall on campus," said WU

Alexander Murphy senior Alexander Murphy, president of the Student Government Association. "Everyone is looking forward to returning to school after the Christmas break to see what the first new dorm will look like."

A 29% increase in the

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Governor DeWine Announces Resources Available for School Athletic Coaches to Better Support Athletes

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced the availability of state training resources aimed at giving Ohio school athletics coaches the tools they need to help student athletes struggling with their mental health. The recently passed biennial budget -- House Bill 33 -- includes a provision that requires all coaches to complete the training before they can apply

for or renew their pupil activity program permits.

“Coaches know how to motivate young people and lead them to success on the field, but may not be aware of how to help student-athletes with the challenges they may be facing off the field,” said Governor DeWine. “The goal is to give coaches the tools they need to help identify student athletes who may be struggling and connect them with the help they need.”

The new law requires the Ohio Department of Education to work with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services to provide options of approved trainings that help coaches satisfy requirements needed to obtain pupil activity permits, which are required for licensed educators and non-licensed school employees who direct, supervise, or coach a student activity program that involves athletics,

routine or regular physical activity, or activities with health and safety considerations. An individual must complete the training each time the individual applies for or renews a pupil activity program permit and present evidence of each successful completion to the State Board of Education.

“This law does not intend to make coaches act as therapists or other mental health professionals,” said Ohio Department of

Mental Health and Addiction Services Director Lori Criss. “The training helps them recognize signs of potential mental health issues and how to take action to connect students and their families with the right people in their communities who can help.”

Students face a new set of challenges, as described by the United States Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy in his Protecting Youth Mental Health advisory. In the decade lead-

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Wilberforce University President Vann R. Newkirk

SEPTEMBER

More and Win Prizes!

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month at Dayton Metro Library

Native Hispanic Heritage Month (NHHM) is Friday, September 15-Sunday, October 15, and Dayton Metro Library is hosting a variety of programs that all ages can participate in to celebrate.

Spice Up: Hispanic Edition

Southeast Branch

Between now and Saturday, September 30, while supplies last, pick up a Mexican spicesthemed spice kit.

For Adults

Quinceañera Gown Exhibit

Burkhardt Branch

On display Friday, September 15-Friday, September 25

This exhibit showcases various Quinceañera gowns and the history behind them.

For All Ages

Family Storytime: Bilingual Edition

West Carrollton Branch

Saturday, September 16, 10:30-11 am

Enjoy quality family time with books, songs, and activities that children of all ages and caregivers can enjoy together. Stories will be in both English and Spanish.

Winner’s Circle Book Club

Miami Township Branch

Saturday, September 16, 3-4 pm

Read Burn Down, Rise Up by Vincent Tirado (a

Wawa Hosts Preview Event in Dayton to Share Expansion Plans as Part of Multi-Day Community Partnership Tour Across Midwest

Wawa to Introduce One-of-a-Kind Offering, Share Local Growth Impact, Preview Market Projections, and Demonstrate Commitment to Supporting Local Community Organizations

What: As part of a three-state, five-stop Community Partnership Tour across the Midwest, Wawa is hosting a preview event in Dayton to officially introduce itself to the community and share more details about its first wave of expansion plans into the market. At the event, Wawa will provide an update on general timeframes for construction and market projections. In addition, Wawa leadership will share details about the expected economic impact of Wawa’s expansion, projected new jobs, the Wawa story and Wawa’s unique offering. Wawa will also kick off its long-term commitment to the local community by announcing its support of local non-profit partners.

Who:

Wawa Leadership State and local officials

USO-Wright-Patterson

AFB USO Center Staff and volunteers

VIP customers

Wawa’s mascot, Wally Goose

When: Wednesday, September 27, 2023

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

– Wawa toasts community and USO with free hot coffee in front of Air Force Museum

5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.

– USO care package assembly and Wawa presentation

Where: National Museum of the US Air Force, 1100 Spaatz Street, Dayton, OH

Why: Wawa – a privately held, familyowned chain of more than 1,000 convenience retail stores currently operating in six states and Washington, D.C. – is thrilled to be spreading its wings and flying into the Midwest! Wawa looks forward to opening its doors to new friends and sharing its core purpose of Fulfilling Lives, Every

2023 Pura Belpré Award winner) then join the Branch for a discussion and snacks.

For Teens

Family Storytime

Burkhardt Branch

Wednesday, September 20, 4-4:45 pm

Enjoy quality family time with books, songs, and activities that children of all ages and caregivers can enjoy together that are NHHM themed.

For Families

Tarde de Película en Burkhardt

Burkhardt Branch

Saturday, September 23, 2-4 pm

Watch a movie in Spanish with English subtitles. It is a great way to practice Spanish and meet people that speak Spanish.

For Families

Alebrije Inspired Art Miamisburg Branch

Wednesday, September 27, 4:30-5:30 pm

Learn about alebrijes, Mexican folk-art sculptures of colorful fantastical creatures. Registration required.

For Grades 1-4 and Tweens

Aztec Sun Craft Wilmington-Stroop Branch

Thursday, September 28, 4-5:30 pm

Make an Aztec sun craft by using tinfoil to create designs and sharpies to color the images. Registration required.

For Grades 2-6

Quinceañera Showdown Burkhardt Branch

Thursday, September 28, 6-7:30 pm

Enjoy beautiful gowns, live music, dancing, a traditional Quinceañera cake, and learn more about how custom gowns are created for this long-standing tradition.

For All Ages

For more information, and to register if required, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

DML is committed to providing access to all of our events. Please contact the Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665 to request accommodations for sign language interpretation, audio amplification, and/or language translation. Additional accommodations may be available upon request. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

Day through its unique offering of food, fuel and convenience services.

Visuals:

Attendees enjoying a “Taste of Wawa,” including several varieties of Wawa’s signature hoagies, Wawa’s awardwinning, freshly brewed coffee, and hand-crafted smoothies and refreshers from the Wawa Community Care Vehicle

Remarks from Wawa leadership, state and local officials, and charity partners

Displays featuring Wawa’s history, culture, people, community commitment and more

Interactive simulation of unique Wawa ordering process and the hundreds of food and beverage combinations possible

Excited VIP customers sharing personal connections to Wawa

Announcement of first grants to support local charity partners and initiatives

Wally Goose, Wawa’s mascot, interacting with attendees

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• Lisa Wagner, Levitt Pavilion Dayton John E. Moore Sr. Lifetime Achievement Award for Racial Equity:

• Helen Jones-Kelley, Montgomery County Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services Board

• Patricia Meadows, National Conference for Community and Justice of Greater Dayton (Post-

humously)

Thursday, October 26, 2023 2023 Leaders in Diversity

The Dayton Business Journal proudly presents an exclusive awards program that honors the remarkable work of inclusive organizations and individuals in the Dayton region.

Central State University Adjunct

Professor of Drama Offers Slate of Upcoming Shows and Workshops

what drama programs and classes Central State offers robust, inclusive, and generative of exhibitions that have entertained and often inspired audiences from all backgrounds for the 16 years he has been at the University.

Fleming inherited, through his predecessor Lee Hoffman, federal funding support through Title III (land-grant school specific) status for the Institution’s performance arts programming.

Adult Programs: Animal and Nature Fun at DML

front and behind the camera.

“The talent is a given here; the students are really talented,” Fleming said.

“But, because there isn’t a formalized theater department here, there isn’t much of an infrastructure for teaching basic skills such as visual storytelling and acting for a musical.

I’m hoping workshops like these will help fill that gap.”

To ensure these instructional programs will be of

Dayton Metro Library continues to partner with local organizations to bring its adult patrons fun and engaging nature and animal programs. Here’s what’s coming up in September:

For those interested in bats and birds, these programs are ideal: The Truth About Bats

Miami Township Branch

Monday, September 11, 3-4 pm

Rebecca Rose, a Conservation Liaison for the Ohio Wildlife Center, will discuss bats, their adaptation, and the roles they provide to our ecosystem. Patrons will also learn how the Center rescues and rehabilitates these winged mammals.

Registration required

Brookville Branch Bird Walk

Brookville Branch

Friday, September 15, 9:30-11 am

Branch of The Ohio State University Extension Office will visit to share gardening and seed saving

basics:

Class Seven: Saving Seeds

Thursday, September 14, 6:30-7:30 pm

Registration required

Fruits of our “Labor Day”: How to pick what to grow in the garden Main Library, 2nd Floor Community Room

Tuesday, September 19, 3-4 pm

Learn how to conserve and recycle water with Mike Mullen from Montgomery Soil and Water Conservancy District: Rain Barrels with Montgomery Soil and Water Conservancy District Vandalia Branch

Tuesday, September 19, 6:30-7:30 pm

Mullen discuss the importance of conserving water and demonstrate how to create a rain barrel.

Harvesting

Brookville Branch

Tuesday, September 19, 6:30-7:30 pm

(Donate seeds to the Branch’s seed library.)

Registration required

Plant Swap

Vandalia Branch

Saturday, September 23, 11 am-1 pm

(Please label your plants so beginners know what they are.)

For more information, and to register if required, visit DaytonMetroLibrary. org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665.

Although Central State University’s theatre arts program may be comprised solely of a faculty of one, adjunct professor John Fleming has plenty forthcoming events to keep Marauders and area community members excited and engaged in the realm of performance arts.

Under Fleming’s production and guidance, Central State’s Title III Theatre Arts Program has recently announced its fall and spring (202324) lineup, all taking place on campus at the illustrious Paul Robeson Cultural & Performing Arts Center.

These events run from this month through late April 2024 and include such highlights as specialized training workshops in all forms of theater and onscreen work, a production of the musical extravaganza “It Ain’t Nothing

But The Blues,” and an interactive multimedia one-man show with Central State’s awardwinning general manager of WCSU-FM, Charles Fox.

All events are free (with program-supporting donations gratefully accepted) and open to all Central State students and members of the public.

It is a clarion testament to Fleming that he has been able to keep

“When I took over [the Title III Theatre Arts Program] 11 years ago, there was only one major activity a year, and now we’ve grown so much,” Fleming said. “It’s interesting too, because even though we have one of the smallest budgets on campus, we have the largest pool of external independent contractors needed for set builders, costume designers, [et al].”

With what resources Fleming does have at his disposal through Title III underwriting and private donations, he is able to typically offer three largescale events per year: a drama in the fall, a student-led fashion/dance show at whatever time of year is appropriate, and the longest-endurng show: the spring musical.

“When we do the musical, it’s a big deal,” Fleming said.

Last year, that musical was “The Wiz.” This year, “Ain’t Nothing But The Blues” chronicles the blues idiom, from its African provenance through its modern-day southern, Midwestern, and East Coast explosion across the United States.

As a twist to the regular yearly programming, for this upcoming season, Fleming is replacing the fall drama with a spate of seminars for those interested in taking the stage or taking part in film/television performances both in

the highest caliber, Fleming is ushering in assistance from the local community including Felicia Chappelle, sister of famed Yellow Springs-based comedian Dave Chappelle, and someone with whom Fleming has worked multiple times before.

Fleming is staunch in his passion for maintaining and hopefully expanding what teachable drama programming he can offer at Central State for the fact that, as he put it, “right now, there’s a great opportunity for Black performing artists, including writers and producers. Just look what the success of ‘Black Panther’ alone has led to in the industry.

“That wasn’t the case up until recently, and now there’s so much opportunity for employment in the entertainment industry for Central State students so interested.”

A dream of Fleming’s for the future is being able to gain the resources and, frankly, further major funding necessitated to put on a full-fledged performance of the live-action “Lion King” musical.

“I really want to work to bring ‘The Lion King’ in its full spectacularity to Central State and to continue to make sure our students have opportunities like these to both participate and watch such performances for as long as possible.”

Beginning bird watchers can learn tips and tricks for birdwatching then practice by taking a stroll outside around the Branch property.

A master gardener from the Montgomery County

Patrons are invited to participate in seed and plant comradery by bringing in plants or cuttings to swap with others and socialize with other plant

enthusiasts:

Plant Swap and Seed

DML is committed to providing access to all of our events. Please contact the Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665 to request accommodations for sign language interpretation, audio amplification, and/or language translation. Additional accommodations may be available upon request. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

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across the great Buckeye State of Ohio for believing in my leadership and entrusting me to serve for another two years statewide. As we continue to pursue equality for the Citizens through the State of Ohio, we are fired-up, ready-to-go, and wellequipped to obtain justice for marginalized Ohioans,” said Foward.

Founded in 1915, the Dayton Unit of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is the city’s oldest and largest nonpartisan civil rights organization. Its members throughout the Dayton Region and Montgomery County are the premier advocates for civil rights in their communities. Their core goals are to Inform, Educate and Empower the Citizenry as they pursue justice and equality for all Americans. For more information on the Dayton Unit NAACP, please call (937) 222-2172 or visit www. naacpdayton.org

Editorial & Comments

Something to Consider: Changing Your Perspective

By: Brenda Cochran

Contributing

Writer

The major question is “What does it mean to change your perspective?”

When we say change your perspective, we’re saying that you need to find something new and this might mean – changing your attitude, your outlook, or your mindset. It also might mean to look at things at a different angle or seeing the silver lining in every cloud. Whatever it takes –changing our perspective is essential if you want to make changes in your life.

Most would agree that there are so many ways to change your perspective and at the same time, improve your life.

If you are feeling like you are in a rut or like you are not getting anywhere in life, it might be the best time to change the perspective you’ve held on too long.

Perspective is basically everything and by changing the way you look at things, you can change your life for the better.

Here is the definition of perspective: “A particular attitude toward or a way of regarding something. In other words, your perspective is your point of view,

Brenda Cochran

it is the lens or the window in which you see the world. When it comes to working to

change our life for the better, changing your perspective is the key.

If you want to really change your life, it depends on how you look at it. You need to make some changes in several areas. One reason could be that you are not happy with where you are, changing your perspective is the first step on the road to change. The following are positive ways you can make that major change:

1. Stop comparing yourself to others. Comparing yourself to others is a sure way to bring down your self esteem and make yourself feel bad about yourself. It

is also a waste of time because you will be comparing apples to oranges. Everyone has their own unique talent and strength, and so there is no use to compare yourself to others.

2. Embrace change. There is one thing for sure, we have been saying this all year. Everything is changing, but basically, change is a natural part of life and is something that one cannot avoid. The only thing that you can do is to love the change, even if it is good or bad. When something bad happens, don’t resist it. The best way is just to accept it and learn from it.

3. Don’t sweat the small

stuff. When we think about it, the little things in life don’t matter when we are thinking about the grand scheme of things, so if something goes wrong, or you make a mistake, you don’t need to stress about it because it really is not worth it.

4. Look on the bright side. When you are faced with a difficult situation you can try to look at the bright side of it. There is always a silver lining, you just have to find it.

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Dr. Dora Bronston Rev. Dr. Willie L. Perryman

Andre Washington Annette McCoy

Oliver Warren WilliAnn Moore

Central State University’s adjunct professor of Theatre Arts, John Fleming

2022 CSU student spring production of The Wiz

Arts & Entertainment

Sinclair Community College Presents Artwork

The Sinclair Community College Art Department is pleased to present work by Rachel Abrams and Christina Humble in the Burnell R. Roberts Triangle Gallery and fiber work by Katrina Majkut in the Works on Paper Gallery.

Rachel Abrams’s studio practice is centered on environmental concerns and conservation. Her current body of work focusing on studies of water includes the disappearance of glaciers, restorative aquaculture, and bleaching of coral reefs amongst others. A wide variety of media is utilized, many reclaimed, including fiber, plastics, and paper.

Christina Humble utilizes digital art and historic photographic processes including Cyanotype and Van Dyke Brown prints to explore the boundary between memory and reverie. Sharp geometric shapes float in space amidst soft organic foliage to describe nostalgic, unarticulated memories.

Katrina Majkut’s series, In Control, rejects the stereotypical domestic functionality of samplers. Her stitched still lifes focus on products related to women’s health, the body, and family planning. The commercial packaging pictured is often in contrast to their subjective, weighted political underpinnings.

There will be a virtual artist talk via zoom on September 29, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. Visit www. sinclair.edu/artgalleries for details.

“Killer” Author, “Spooky” Speakers Visit DML, Plus a Ghost Walk

Dayton Metro Library will host a unique guest lineup in September and October, covering topics from cozy mystery writing to ghost hunting to Dayton urban legends. For those who are more hands-on and want to do their own ghost hunting, there’s even a walking tour.

Ghost Hunting with the Dayton Ghost Hunters Society Learn how the society investigates locations, debunks myths, and evaluates evidence involving local hauntings. They will also have some special items on hand.

Something to Consider:

Wilmington-Stroop

Branch: Saturday, September 16, 2-3 pm, for adults

Author Visit: Abby Collette

Ohio author Abby Collette will discuss A Deadly Inside Scoop, A Game of Cones, A Killer Sundae, Body and Soul Food, and Soul of a Killer.

Northwest Branch: Saturday, September 23, 11 am-12:30 pm, for adults

Folklore and Paranormal: Ghost Hunting Karen Laven, author of Dayton Ghosts and Cincinnati Ghosts, and Mike Palmer, founder of PINK

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without really realizing how lucky we are. When you start to appreciate the little things in life, you will be happier and more content.

6. Forgive and forget. There a lot of people that hold on to grudges and this is really a waste of time and energy. Just try to forgive those who have hurt you and move one.

7. Live in the present. This is one thing that is hard to do, the past is gone, and the future is yet to come. The only thing that we have is the present moment, so we can try to make the most of it.

8. Don’t be afraid to try new things. This is a great

way to expand your horizons and learn new things. Often times, this can be a lot of fun.

9. Don’t be afraid to fail. Failure is something that is a part of life and it is something that you cannot avoid. The key is to learn from your failures and then move one.

10. Don’t be so hard on yourself. We are often our own worst critics, and we often beat ourselves up over the smallest thing, but self-criticism can do more harm than good. Be kind to yourself and give yourself a break.

11. Base your life according to your values. Think about it – what are your

(Paranormal investigations of Northern Kentucky), delve into the ins and outs of ghost hunting around the Dayton area.

Miamisburg Branch: Saturday, September 30, 2-4 pm, for adults

Miami Township Branch: Saturday, October 14, 2:30-4 pm, for adults and teens, registration required

Dayton Ghosts & Legends

Local author Sara Kaushal delves into chilling tales of the spooky side of Dayton.

The exhibitions will be on display from September 21–October 25, 2023. Galleries are located on the fourth floor of Building 13 (located at West Fifth and Perry Streets). The galleries are free and open to the public from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday – Friday and 9:00 a.m. –12:00 p.m. Saturdays.

Main Library, Bassani Theater Off Third, 3rd Floor: Saturday, September 30, 2-3 pm, for all ages

values? What is important to you? When you live your life based on your values, you will find that you will be happier and more content.

12. Take care of yourself. You can’t take care of others if you don’t first take care of yourself. Just make sure to get enough sleep, eat a healthy diet, and exercise regularly.

Here is a final thought.: There are countless ways to change your perspective and improve your life. There are plenty of other ways that you can explore. Just find the ones that work best for you.

Miamisburg Branch:

Tuesday, October 3, 6:307:30 pm, for all ages, registration required

Burkhardt Branch:

Thursday, October 12, 6:30-7:30 pm, for adults

Behind Urban Legends

Sara Kaushal visits Branches again, this time to discuss common ghost stories, urban legends, monsters, and cryptids.

Huber Heights Branch:

Thursday, October 5, 7-8 pm, for adults

Brookville Branch: Saturday, October 7, 11 am12 pm, for adults, registration required

Burkhardt Branch:

Thursday, October 12,

4:30-6 pm, for teens

Ghost Walking Tour in Historic Miamisburg

Ghost tellers will lead a walk-through Veterans Memorial Park and into the Carnegie Library building. Might there be a chance to spy a spectral floating around?

Miamisburg Branch:

Saturday, October 7, 2:304:30 pm, for all ages, registration required

Monthly Book Club

This month’s book discussion is Dayton Ghosts & Legends by Sara Kaushal. She will also be joining in on the discussion. West Carrollton Branch: Monday, Octo-

ber 16, 7-8:15 pm, for adults

For more information, and to register if required, visit DaytonMetroLibrary.org or call the Library’s Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665. DML is committed to providing access to all of our events. Please contact the Ask Me Line at 937.463.2665 to request accommodations for sign language interpretation, audio amplification, and/or language translation. Additional accommodations may be available upon request. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

Rachel Abrams

Christina Humble

Katrina Majkut

Central State University Police Chief Spearheads

Food and Hygiene Pantry

Black Author Releases Inspirational “ABC Book of Affirmative Words” For Children

fessional success.

Rashaan’s transformative work has touched the lives of countless individuals worldwide, and his books continue to make a profound impact on readers of all ages.

Wilberforce, Ohio -

Throughout the entirety of the seven years that Chief Stephanie Hill has been heading up the Central State University Police Department (CSUPD), she has done all she can to execute an intimate, hands-on approach to connecting with Marauders on campus.

According to Hill, being a police chief and running her department is a far greater task than merely maintaining the peace and safety of campus life. It’s also a matter of ensuring students feel secure in their day-to-day living. This includes helping wherever Hill can to support and assist Marauders who may need extra assistance when it comes to acquiring basic supplies,

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Nationwide -- Entrepreneur, author and motivational speaker

Rashaan Peek is thrilled to announce the release of the highly anticipated ABC Book of Affirmative Words. This remarkable publication is set to inspire children ages 6 and under to embrace positivity, nurture ambition, and unlock their true potential.

The ABC Book of Affirmative Words is not your typical alphabet book. It goes beyond teaching letters and words; it instills a powerful sense of selfbelief and encourages the development of a growth mindset.

Each page is adorned with vibrant illustrations and carefully selected affirmations that foster confidence, resilience, and a can-do attitude.

Rashaan, a celebrated authority in personal development, believes that positive affirma-

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tions play a pivotal role in shaping one’s thoughts and actions. “Words have immense power. By exposing children and adults alike to affirmative language from an early age, we can cultivate a mindset that embraces challenges and celebrates personal growth,” says Peek.

The book’s journey through the alphabet introduces readers to an array of empowering words, from “A for Ambition” to “Z for Zeal.”

With a captivating blend of inspiration and education, the ABC Book of Affirmative Words sparks creativity, ignites passion, and fosters a love for lifelong learning.

To experience the magic of the ABC Book of Affirmative Words, readers can access a digital version on the official publication’s platform, Issuu. The book can be viewed and enjoyed on various devices, making it easily accessible to individuals

worldwide.

Rashaan Peek’s mission is to create a world where everyone can thrive and achieve their dreams.

Through the ABC Book of Affirmative Words, Peek aims to plant the seeds of ambition, selfbelief, and positivity in the hearts and minds of readers young and old.

The e-book is available for free at https://issuu. com/rashaanpeek/docs/a_ is_for_ambition

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2023-2024 enrollment moved the Wilberforce executive team to consider a quick way to house more students. Because of the large enrollment upswing, some students were placed in off campus apartments, leased by the university. But creating these new, on campus living spaces will connect more students to their collegiate surroundings.

"These pre-made dorms are a great solution to our housing issue," said President Vann R. Newkirk.

"Financially, for the most part, we are building them on our own. The infrastructure at the construction site is already thereso plumbing and electrical services are ready. We will save money by not paying any more rent for other housing, we have furniture that has been in stor-

age from other shuttered dorms, and we are ready to begin a campaign that will help raise additional capital."

Dr. Newkirk says three additional dormitories will be constructed by the fall of next year.

The first sod will be turned on the new student housing Friday, September 29th on the campus of Wilberforce University, 1055 N. Bickett Rd. at 12:30 pm. Signage will direct you to the location, which is near the WU security station, across from the Alumni Complex on Bickett Rd. Also, refer to the attached campus map.

What: Groundbreaking for new student housing

When: Friday, 9/29 at 12:30 pm

Where: Wilberforce University, 1055 N. Bickett Rd., 45384

such as food and hygiene products.

For the better part of the past half-decade, Hill has, in fact, been taking the substantial step of personally purchasing such sundries and encouraging her police officers to do what they can, too, to donate goods directly to students who could benefit from being given everything from toothpaste and tampons to jackets and microwaves.

In order to maximize the coordination of these efforts, Hill has in the past year established the PD Food and Hygiene Pantry housed in the police department building right on the other side of the wall to her own office.

Although the vast majority of the items therein — soda, frozen TV dinners, milk, Ramen, peanut butter, soap, shampoo, laundry detergent pods, etc. — continue to be purchased by Hill and campus police officers themselves, it is her hope that students and faculty members, local community members, and even alumni living outside of the area who are able could donate products in order to swell the girth and utility of the pantry’s offerings.

“This started when we had a student who came to us needing a certain feminine hygiene product,” Hill said. “The officer who was there went to the Speedway and purchased the item for the student, and it was then that we started noticing and better understanding such needs students have who simply can’t afford to pay for things like that.”

Hill and her officers next began buying pizza — again, paid for out of their own pockets — for students who had trouble keeping up with food costs while attending school. Soon, members of the police department realized that they could expand their humanitarian efforts by having items, including at times

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Central State University Police Department Chief Stephanie Hill

Students' food pantry at the CSUPD.

Students' food pantry at the CSUPD.

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clothing, on hand for students coming by who could benefit from the same. This building of their on-site storage led to the pantry, which Hill now wants to expand through community donations.

“The goal of the pantry is for students to come in and get even something as small as an occasional snack,” Hill said.

“There are those students, though, who may be a little shy and say they only want the snack but really want a hot meal. Frozen TV dinners are the most popular items and something we could use much more of, which is why I also donated a refrigerator with a freezer on the upper part of it and am soon bringing in a larger standalone freezer, as well.”

Due to the fact that Hill is indeed aware some students may feel slightly embarrassed about coming to the station for free food and other products, she insists that the space is a judgment-free zone. This means that anyone who needs anything is welcome to partake without having to show an ID or even give their name. Financial need is not considered. No records whatsoever are kept.

Although the facility is open during business hours of 8 a.m.-5 p.m., for those who wish to donate or may need to take supplies home, the police department itself is open 24/7 and there

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will always be an officer present to open the pantry as needed.

“I’m not a mother, I don’t have kids myself, but I have compassion,” Hill said. “I remember going to college myself and not having the money for three meals a day. I couldn’t call home to ask for money, because my family member was a single mother and didn’t have it either. So, I understand that need.

“And if I see any student who may be, say, walking around during the wintertime in 5-degree weather without a thick coat, I may go up and help them buy that coat or give them warmer socks. Whatever they need.”

Hill motivates her officers to be similarly proactive in their philanthropy through such programs as her “No Shave November.” Officers who wish to participate are given permission to grow out their beards, despite the fact this violates regular PD grooming policies.

The cost of participating is either being sponsored by friends or the officers themselves paying a $50 fee. This $50 goes to credit for gift cards or direct food products such as canned food. The person voted by the department to have the best beard is then allowed to keep their facial hair until the end of the calendar year.

“It’s just a way to have fun with all of this,” Hill said, adding that it was this past “No Shave November” when she decided the $50 donations of

supplies would be used to start the PD Food and Hygiene Pantry.

Donations Hill solicits do not stop at her own department. She worked with her own dentist on bringing in bundles of toothpaste and toothbrushes to the pantry recently, and she’ll sometimes similarly lean on friends and family members to help out with what they can, too. Hill’s mother will offer, when she visits, as much as $500 or $600 worth of items for the pantry. This cost amounts to what it typically costs to maintain a useable amount of storage therein every five weeks.

“We hope as we work to get the word out about what we’re doing, more people will come to us with donations and we’ll be able to be overflowing with product,” Hill said. “We hope we’ll have an abundance and regular donors who will help us out.”

The next step Hill is working on is setting up a foundation through Central State’s Department of Institutional Advancement toward which donors can directly provide products for the pantry.

Although Hill said that the police department will never turn any supplies away, she does prefer nonperishable items. Fruit, for example, can go bad quite quickly.

Single-serve items are also preferred, as bulk items — a large bag of potatoes, maybe — can also go bad fast and will be hard to carry out and back to the dorms. Hill and her staff also do what

they can to observe food allergies, keeping peanutbased products away from other foodstuff and avoiding gluten-based products such as bread. Hill is additionally sensitive to the fact that many students on campus do not eat pork, and thus she tends to stock frozen meals and the like that are chicken-based.

“This is about humanity, about providing a basic human need,” Hill said.

“We wanted to do something to show the students that we care. We can say that all day long, but we want to connect with them and really show them we mean what we say. Our officers do a phenomenal job of community policing. And yet, there are still those students who may not feel comfortable approaching an officer for whatever reason. But when you help provide someone with food or clothing or a way to clean themselves, that brings out a connection. It brings that human compassion together.” Anyone wishing to donate items to the pantry may drop them off at the Central State University Office of Campus Police between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., email police@centralstate. edu or call 937-376-5111.

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quench the Spirit. Do not treat prophecies with contempt but test them all; hold on to what is good, reject every kind of evil.

Dear Lord Jesus and eternal Friend, September begins Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. I picked this photo of a young person praying. Perhaps this photo reminds the reader and those contemplating taking away life from themselves that faith in Your confidence to keep us from hurting ourselves and prayer for strength for today’s journey is life.

Pray the prayer Jesus taught his Disciples. Pray it every day and throughout the day, and you will want to live for such an amazing Heavenly Father. Matthew 6:9-13 reads, “Our Father in heaven. Holy is Your Name. Your Kingdom (Raign) come, Your will BE done on earth (in me) as it is in heaven (in God). Give us this day our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation. Deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the Kingdom, power, and the glory forever. Amen.” Prayer is one way our children and grandchildren can get control over what’s possessing them to do evil things. It works for adults, too.

I meditate on Psalm 23, 51, and 91 to prepare for my daily devotions. Today, I also read Psalm 14. It reminds the believer that the fool says in his heart, “God does not exist.” I closed my meditation on Psalm 19, one of my favorites. It begins, “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky proclaims the work of His hands.” There are many good things to hold on to in God's Word. If you can find something in the world that is good to hold on to, compare it with the good things in the WORD before you sell the farm. All worldly things will perish. In contrast, God’s WORD and His promises therein are forever.

Every time I give money to folks on the street, I talk with them about their lives, and often, they share how they came to such a pass. They stopped believing in God. They invested unwisely, were laid off, started running with folk who served the bottle or the needle, and lost out on life. I encourage them to reverse their steps and invite them to renew their relationship with God through Jesus Christ and become thankful in everything.

Many of these conversations remind me of my struggles remembered, revealed, and resolved while writing HEALING MY SOUL ON PURPOSE: A Veteran Guide to Suicide Intervention. At my book signing on Saturday, one of the ladies said, “I read half of your book waiting in line. I want to buy two of them; it’s so good.” My response to her and those wrestling with taking their lives is to give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus and a way to hold on to what is good.

Rev. Merritt Worthen, PhD

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US Open 2023: Coco Gauff Wins 1st Grand Slam Title

With Joe Burrow at the Helm Bengals Got Hosed in Week One of the NFL’s Regular Season

Coco Gauff has her first Grand Slam title. (AP Photo/Charles

Coco Gauff has been earmarked as the future of women's tennis since she was 15 years old. That future arrived at the US Open on Saturday, in the form of her first Grand Slam championship.

The 19-year-old American outlasted No. 2 seed Aryna Sabalenka, the new top-ranked player in the WTA, in a 2-6, 6-3, 6-2 thriller in the US Open final at Arthur Ashe Stadium. She becomes the 11th teenager to ever win a Grand Slam singles title, and the question now becomes how many more are in front of her.

After shaking hands with Sabalenka and taking a moment to feel the love, Gauff's first move was to embrace her family in the stands:

"Today was the first time I've ever seen my dad cry," Gauff said to ESPN after the match. "He doesn't want me to tell y'all that, but he got caught in 4K. He thinks he's so hard, but you know he's not ... My dad took me to this tournament [years ago], sitting right there watching Venus and Serena [Williams] compete, so it's really incredible to be on this stage."

Saturday was Gauff's third win of the tournament after losing the first set. Per ESPN Stats & Info, the only other person to win the US Open in that fashion was Gauff's idol, Serena Williams, who did it at 17 years old in 1999.

Coco Gauff overcomes a powerful start from Aryna Sabalenka

It took an epic comeback against Madison Keys for Sabalenka to reach the final as well, but there was no slow start by the Belarusian this time. Sabalenka opened the match by breaking Gauff in front of a highly partial New York crowd looking for

the first American US Open champion since Sloane Stephens in 2017.

Gauff broke Sabalenka back three games later, but that was the last game she'd win in the first set. Sabalenka, one of the hardest hitters on tour, showed a form so overpowering that even Gauff's speed couldn't neutralize her.

That was particularly clear in a wild point as Sabalenka tried to consolidate a break. Gauff covered every area of the court, but that gave Sabalenka the opportunity to hit her harder and harder:

Gauff got the momentum change the crowd was looking for early in the second set, breaking Sabalenka to go up 3-1 and holding serve from there to take the second set.

Gauff got steadily more aggressive rather than let Sabalenka pound away at the ball in extended rallies, and started winning some truly wild points:

Gauff kept up the pressure in the third set, breaking Sabalenka twice to take a commanding lead. She committed zero unforced errors in the first four games of the set, while Sabalenka committed nine as her composure started fading.

By the end of the match, Gauff was showing the kind of form that seemed impossible to beat. Her speed alone made her a nightmare for opponents to put away, but when combined with the shot-making she showed against Sabalenka, it becomes clear why so much has been expected from her over the past four years.

All of those parts finally came together in New York this year. As long as Gauff can keep them together, there's no limit to what can be expected from her over the next decadeplus.

Coco Gauff goes from 15-year-old breakout star to 19-year-old champion

The vast majority of

tennis fans first heard the name Coco Gauff in 2019, when she upset one of her idols Venus Williams in the first round of Wimbledon. Then the youngest qualifier in Wimbledon history, Gauff became the youngest player to win a match in the singles draw at Wimbledon since Jennifer Capriati in 1991.

Gauff compounded the hype by reaching the fourth round of that tournament, then the third round at the 2019 US Open and the fourth round of the 2020 Australian Open. Her next breakthrough came later, reaching quarterfinals in events like the French Open, the Canadian Open and the Italian Open in 2021, then her first Grand Slam final at the French Open in 2022.

It seems so natural now that Gauff has hoisted her trophy, but the journey between tennis prodigy and tennis star has never been an easy one. There is no telling how a play er will develop as they go through their teenage years, what weaknesses opponents will find, how their body will hold up in elite competition. A lot more goes into winning a Grand Slam title than surviving seven straight matches, and Gauff had to go through all of that.

After four years of waiting, Gauff won her first WTA 1000 event at the Cincinnati Open last month and didn't stop there.

"Honestly, thank you to the people who didn't be lieve in me," Gauff said. "A month ago, I won a 500 and people said I would stop at that. Two weeks ago, I won a 1000 title and people said that was the biggest it was going to get. Three weeks later, I'm here with this trophy right now."

"Those who thought they were putting water on my fire, you were really adding gas to it."

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ing up to the pandemic, feelings of persistent sadness and hopelessness—as well as suicidal thoughts and behaviors—increased nearly 40 percent among young people, according to the Centers for Disease

Control and Prevention’s Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System.

“Coaches have a unique view of students’ lives as they face challenges and experience successes alongside their peers outside of the school day,”

By Oscar C. Woodall, Jr., Haywood Media

Last Sunday, September 10, was a very rainy day in Cleveland, Ohio, which is when and where the Cincinnati Bengals, also known as the Jungle Cats, to a lot of NFL fans, got soaked, while taking a 24-3 NFL regular season, week one road loss from the browns, although the Bengals had their fourth year NFL star quarterback and team captain, Joe Burrow, at the helm. Burrow, who, as of Thursday, September 7, became the highest-paid

who became the highestpaid player in NFL history, after coming back from a calf injury he sustained, when in the Bengals’ preseason camp on Friday, July 28, said, “nobody is panicking in here. Week 1 doesn’t define anyone’s season. Obviously, not very good. Anybody that watched saw that. We’ve been in this spot before and we’ve come back stronger and had great years, so that’s what we’re going to do, [come back stronger and have a great year.]”

And, Bengal fans are hoping that the jungle cats

Stadium, on CBS TV affiliates, WHIO-TV (Channel 7, Dayton, Oh), WKRC-TV (Channel 12, Cincinnati, Oh) and WKYT-TV (Channel 27, Lexington, KY).

“I certainly hope burrow plays like a quarterback worthy of being the highest-paid player in NFL history. But, we’ll see, won’t we?” Said, Bengals fan Damian Gerton, of Lexington, Kentucky. Sunday, September 10, 2023 photo of Cincinnati Bengals quarterback, Joe Burrow,

said Dr. Chris Woolard, interim superintendent of public instruction. “Men tal health training can help coaches recognize and respond to students’ needs to ensure they are supported in all of their environments, including

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Alzheimer's Association Offers Free Expert Series Webinars

CINCINNATI, OH –

The Alzheimer's Association Greater Cincinnati and Miami Valley Chapters will host two Expert Series webinars in September.

“Polypharmacy:

How many medications are too many?” will take place on Thursday, September 21 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. In this program, Maureen Gearhart, Clinical Consultant Pharmacist at Geriatric Pharmacy Consulting, LLC, will discuss medication use in the senior population and how to manage medications prescribed

to the elderly, with a special focus on polypharmacy. More details are available here.

“These programs offer different - but equally valuable - insights for families facing Alzheimer’s and other dementia,” said Dayna Ritchey, program director of the Alzheimer's Association Greater Cincinnati and Miami Valley Chapters. “Managing prescriptions can be scary for people caring for a loved one. We’re here to help you feel more confident with the process.”

On Tuesday, September 26 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm, join the Association

for “Early Detection of Alzheimer's and the Role of the Neuropsychological Evaluation.” The presentation will explore the methods and tools that healthcare providers use to detect Alzheimer's disease, with primary focus on neuropsychological evaluations and early detection.

Dr. Audrey Greene and Dr. Shawna Jacob, boardcertified clinical neuropsychologists, will share their scientific knowledge and the invaluable lessons learned from their work with people with memory loss and Alzheimer's disease and their families and

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caregivers. The presentation will include practical information about managing overwhelming healthcare systems and pursuing answers and clarity in the early stages of memory loss. More details are available here.

The events are free to the community, but preregistration is required. To register, call the Alzheimer's Association's 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.

Instructions on how to join the webinars will be emailed following registration.

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tion. “We were honored that so many community members and families joined us to remember loved ones.”

Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton is grateful to its Buckeye Sponsors, David’s Cemetery, Newcomer Funeral Homes, Precision Metal Fabrication, Inc., and Woodland Cemetery. In addition, Ohio’s Hospice of Day-

ton would like to thank its Painted Lady Sponsors, Accurate Healthcare, Baker-Hazel & Snider Funeral Home, Dave and Sue Baker, Calvary Cemetery, Home Instead, and VFW 9582.

Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton, an affiliate of Ohio’s Hospice, is a not-for-profit hospice provider. Since 1978, it has served patients and families in the Dayton

region in their homes, extended care and assisted living facilities, and the Hospice House location in Dayton. A variety of grief support services are available to the entire community through the Pathways of HopeSM Grief Counseling Center. Support and education are provided by a team of counselors and social workers, all with signifi-

cant experience and expertise in assisting grieving children, adolescents and adults. Pathways of Hope was established in 2002. Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton serves more than 1,000 patients and families daily, achieving national recognition for innovative services and outstanding care.

Living Alone with Cognitive Decline

As we age, so does our brain and its ability to function as it once did. There are many reasons for cognitive decline, but once it becomes a safety concern for our elderly living alone, you must act. As you know, cognition is a combination of processes in the brain that involves the ability to remember, learn, process, and reason. Cognitive decline can range from mild to severe; both can interfere with daily life. When any of those entities are not working, it becomes a safety concern. When the inability to operate safely in the home, while living alone, the family

must intervene. Sadly, the conversation at this point becomes much more difficult, because now the options have diminished and now urgency sets in. Further, our loved ones will fight us tooth and nail to remain in their home. They will tell you they don’t want to be a burden. They will say they are fine. They will rarely acknowledge any problems at all. But while visiting loved ones, you have detected forgetfulness, misplacing things, leaving the stove on, forgetting to lock a door. There are always red flags that give warning signs for the discussion about who will take on the responsibility

to safely assume care. You do not want a serious fall or injury to happen before interventions ensue. Stressing the importance of being PROACTIVE seems to fall on deaf ears. We wait for a situation or circumstance to happen, then we are unprepared to handle it effectively because it becomes required and often overwhelming. Preparing for life’s events is not a new circumstance or conversation. Life’s journey has shown us the practice of preparation. Preparing to care for elderly loved ones may include you moving them into your home, or you moving into theirs. If you are moving them

out of their home, selling property, and taking control of financial and health needs, this is not something that can happen in short order. If moving a loved one from another state, this means new challenges that must be thought through. Family everywhere must know that aging can present many challenges, but most of them can be predicted if paying attention. The importance of being prepared as we age cannot be overstated. Bringing family and friends together to brainstorm must happen. Here are a few recommendations if you find yourself having to make adjustments for your elderly loved one with cognitive decline to keep them safe.

Checklist Nuggets

Start a checklist of the top 10 areas that need immediate attention. Start with important documents like government IDs, life insurance policies, power of attorney, and advance directives (attain if not in place). The sale of property required, such as mortgage documents (deeds). Health information includes knowledge of medical diagnoses, medications, dosages, banking information, and sources of income.

As Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate, obtaining the necessary documents to move a loved one to a safe place is a part of the caregiving journey. Be safe! Be well!

Dr. Cynthia J. Hickman is a retired registered nurse and case manager; CEO of Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate and author of From the Lens of Daughter, Nurse, and Caregiver: A Journey of Duty and Honor, and The Black Book of Important Information for Caregiv-

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