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One woman, inspired by another

Michele Castrilli’s mother inspires Ronald McDonald fashion show, one of the most successful events in CNY

By Farah F. Jadran You don’t need to be rolling in riches to look fabulous or to feel good about yourself. Lifelong Syracuse resident Michele Castrilli learned this valuable lesson from her mother, Edith “Billie” Pollastro.

Growing up on the Syracuse’s Northside in a traditional Italian family, Michele and her siblings (Carmen and Luann) looked up to their selfless and hardworking mother who was known for cooking up something hot in the kitchen or sporting a fabulous hat to a family gathering.

“We didn’t have a lot of money, but my mom would always tell me to buy one really

On the cover Cindy Bell, of Focus Studio, 920 N. Salina St. in Syracuse, photographed Michele Castrilli, chair of the Ronald McDonald House Charities of CNY Bella Casa Celebrity Fashion Show.

good outfit each season,” Michele said. To this day, she continues to follow that advice and one other tidbit: Always be charitable and giving to others. Michele married the two ideas and created something she knows would have made her mother proud.

This year Michele and a plucky volunteer committee are well underway in plans for the fourth annual Ronald McDonald Bella Casa Celebrity Fashion Show. The idea for the show spawned from many values she learned, thanks to her mother. You can see Michele’s eyes search for a visual of her mother as she remembers special moments such as “going down city” to buy Christmas presents for a family in need. While

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WHAT: Fourth annual event to raise funds for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of CNY WHEN: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., Thursday, May 3 WHERE: Holiday Inn, Liverpool TICKETS: cnyronaldmcdonaldhouse.org; 476-1027

At left, Kim and Jim Andrello step off the runway after modeling formal wear for the 2011 Bella Casa Celebrity Fashion Show held at the Holiday Inn in Liverpool. This year’s show, at the same venue, will take place on Thursday, May 3. At right, both men and women modeled fashion at the 2011 event. her family had humble means, Michele’s the Ronald McDonald House Charities mother wanted her, her brother and sister of CNY (RMH) because it helps so many to know the value of being generous. children in need. This year’s big event will Taking those values to heart, Michele take place Thursday, May 3 at the Holiday truly committed her heart to serving oth- Inn in Liverpool. ers. First, through being a family caregiver “I really just have a passion for the for Hospice, and most recently by chairing Ronald McDonald House,” she said. No the Bella Casa Celebrity Fashion Show. matter how many people said that pulling Michele and her husband Joe thought about off a spectacular show in 2009 would be all the great charities in the area, and they tough, she didn’t care. And rightfully so, decided that helping a non-profit such as See Fashion show on page 4

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Beware of Biff and Bambi Nutrition in his experience the emotional trauma one goes through with the loss of a loved one, often triggers reactions one cannot anticipate. He encouraged them to consider implementing protecting against remarriage into their plan so a new spouse could not usurp the benefits of their lifetime of efforts from the children.

The MPN attorney jokingly referred to this risk as Biff and Bambi. He further explained, he wanted to help them ensure the money did not end up with Biff, the pool boy, or Bambi, the barmaid. Again, they laughed and assured him this was not a concern, and indicated it was not a priority and did not include it in their planning.

About nine months later, Joan was diagnosed with a serious cancer, and died three months after diagnosis. Bob came into the office distraught, and the MPN attorney assisted him with conveying all of Joan=s assets to his name. About six months later, Bob returned giddy and happy with a young blonde woman, 20 years his junior. He instructed the MPN attorney he wanted to change his estate plan to ensure if anything had happened to him, his new friend Awas provided for@. The MPN attorney reminded Bob of the goals and objectives he had set with his original wife, and Bob replied not to be concerned he was very confident what he was doing. The MPN attorney in good conscious told Bob he could

About David J. Zumpano, CPA/Esq.

A Central New York native, he started the Law Offices of David J. Zumpano, remaining “of counsel” to his former firm, now known as the Estate Planning Law Center, David J. Zumpano CPA, Esq. Estate Planning Law Center offices are located in Syracuse, New Hartford and Miami, Fla. Contact Mary Brewer at 446-3850 to register for a free educational estate planning workshop or schedule a complimentary consultation. Visit eplawcenter.com.

not assist him in this matter, and required he seek other counsel. Bob was disappointed, but immediately got up and left, and sought other counsel to accomplish his objectives.

Each one of us knows a story of someone close to us, or a family friend, who lost their spouse while they were in their early retirement years. We’ve also heard the story of when new found love creeps in and changes perspective of the surviving spouse. This is a tragedy that does not have to happen. With proper planning, the surviving spouse can get all the benefits of the estate without the risk of losing it to Biff or Bambi, with very little additional effort.

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Recently, the government has replaced the old ‘food pyramid’ with a dinner plate. Most of us grew up with the old pyramid but few of us will miss it. When we were young we were not to be bothered with such trivia. However, now as we are older and wiser, nutrition takes a new focus. We care what happens to our bodies.

Perhaps we cannot control the aging process but we can try to turn it in a better direction.

The new pyramid aka dinner plate, can be seen at choosemyplate.gov. It allows for five groups which includes dairy products ‘on the side’. The main plate contains four categories – fruits, vegetable, protein, and grains – with the See Nutrition on page 11

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Joan and Bob recently met with a Medicaid Practice Network (MPN) attorney to determine what they need to consider in creating an estate plan. Bob and Joan were in their mid 60s and had been married for 39 years. They had three children and managed to accumulate about a half a million dollars in assets over their lifetime. They are living comfortably on their Social Security and pension, and only access the income off of their assets when they wanted to splurge.

In order to help Joan and Bob determine the best plan, the MPN attorney took them through a series of 15 questions. He also reviewed their current estate plan to identify which of the 15 estate planning issues their current plan accomplished. As he identified multiple issues not currently provided for in their plan, he dug deeper to determine if the individual issues were significant to Bob and Joan. The MPN attorney asked whether they were concerned about their spouse remarrying after their death. Both responded with a laugh, and said not the least bit concerned and were confident that even if they did, they would never hurt the children. Bob and Joan were confident they wanted to ensure what they had worked for their entire life, ultimately got to their children.

The MPN attorney explained that while they currently did not have these concerns,

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the show is entering its fourth year and each year has topped the last. “Are you kidding yourself?” That is what everyone would ask Michele as she planned the first show in 2009. “Everyone told me that I wasn’t going to get 200 people for the first show.” While her goal was 300 for fundraiser No. 1, the attendance count hit 350. After that, show No. 2 hit 450, and last year’s who counted 600 heads and reached capacity for the venue, and raised more than $70,000. “I knew I could do it.”

Michele credits the success of the show to how personal the event has become. “I really want it to be an experience,” she explained. “I made it what I would want in a fundraising event: I want to shop, sit down with my friends and have a glass of wine and dessert … while I enjoy some fashion.”

This fundraiser model has worked to a tee. Michele has been working on the 2012

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Farah F. Jadran is the associate editor for Parent. She can be reached at fjadran@ eaglenewsonline.com.

The National Kidney Foundation will host its 2012 Kidney Walk on April 29 at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo. Hosted by the Kidney Foundation of Central New York, check in is at 11 a.m. and the walk starts at noon.

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show since the 2011 show ended. She and RMH Special Event Coordinator Brian Hayes work tirelessly year-round to present the best show possible. Even on the night of the fundraiser, Michele and Brian are “on,” but they encourage everyone to find them and introduce themselves.

Whether it was her mother’s thoughts on the newest pattern or high-quality fabric, or the fact that it’s important to be there for others, Michele has captured the essence of all the things she cherished about her mother. Michele hopes past attendees and new fashion show goers will purchase a few tickets (or a table), stop by and enjoy a night of shopping, fundraising, mingling, and of course, fashion!

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Strikes Against Strokes Third annual event raises money for Upstate Stroke Center holding its third annual Strikes Against Strokes bowling fundraiser on Sunday, May 6 at Flamingo Bowl in Liverpool. The idea came from Head’s sister, Carrie Head Garcia, who now lives in Clay.

“Strikes Against Stroke began three years ago in May of 2010,” Garcia said. “With the support of Sharon Zalatan Klaiber, [director of nursing in the neuroscience department at Upstate,] we chose May because May is Stroke Awareness Month. It all got started as a result of my desire to have a fundraising event that was strictly focused on stroke and for stroke survivors.”

Garcia said she wanted to have a different kind of event than a traditional walk or run, as there are already a number of those in the community.

“Wechosebowlingbecause stroke survivors as well as their families can participate,” she said.

“Flamingo bowl offers ramps as well as bumWhat: Strikes Against Strokes fundraiser for per bowling that can Upstate Stroke Fund accommodate those When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, May 6 with special needs and Where: Flamingo Bowl, 7239 Oswego Road, can be utilized by evLiverpool eryone.”

By Sarah Hall When she was just 17, Kim Head was at a high school dance with her boyfriend when the right side of her body suddenly shut down. She lost her ability to speak, and she developed a piercing pain behind her left eye.

Though she was only a senior in high school, Head was experiencing a stroke.

She was rushed to a Hamilton hospital and moved to Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse. Doctors found her stroke was the result of arteriovenous malformation (AVM), a usually congenital abnormal connection between veins and artieries.

After brain surgery and extensive therapy, Head was able to make a full recovery and graduate on time.

In order to help stroke patients like Head, Upstate Medical University’s Upstate Stroke Center is

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Cost: $15 for stroke survivors, $20 for kids, $30 for non-stroke survivors Third annual bowling event to benefit the Upstate University Hospital Stroke Fund to support patient and family education, direct patient care needs and raising community awareness.

Bumper bowling and ramps will be available and walk-ins are welcome. The event is handicapped accessible. Registration must be completed by April 25. Download registration form at upstate. edu/specialevents/strikes_stroke.php.

What is a stroke?

A stroke has been called a “brain attack.”

This happens when blood vessels in the brain are suddenly blocked or burst. Brain cells are denied blood and oxygen and begin to die, causing a wide

variety of disabling symptoms and often permanent disability or death.

There are two forms of stroke: ischemic, which occurs when there is a blockage of a blood vessel supplying the brain, and hemorrhagic, which occurs when there is bleeding into or around the brain. There is also TIA or transient ischemic attack, which is commonly called a “mini-stroke.”

According to the Center for Disease Control, stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of serious long-term disability. Each year, approximately 795,000 people suffer a stroke. About 600,000 of these are first attacks, and 185,000 are recurrent attacks. Someone has a stroke in the U.S. every 40 seconds.

The stroke epidemic has necessitated specific care here in Central New York. The Upstate Stroke Center opened at Upstate Medical University in 2006 and has since provided targeted care for stroke patients.

“We are the most comprehensive stroke center in our region and can take care of all types of stroke patients,” Klaiber said. “We are unique in that like other stroke centers in our region, we can provide the clot buster within the first three hours for appropriate patients, but also can take care of patients who cannot receive the clotbuster with clot retrieval or tPA [a drug used in breaking down blood clots] directly to clot. We also can care for the sickest stroke patients as we are the regional referral center. We have dedicated Stroke and Neurointensive care services

Pictured at Strikes Against Strokes are, from left, Mark Roth, Ron (stroke survivor) and Carrie Garcia and specialized ICU, floor and stepdown, all dedicated to neuroscience patients. We also have the inpatient rehabilitation unit with specialists who care for patients with brain injury and stroke.”

Garcia is a speech pathologist at the Upstate Stroke Center. In that position, she is responsible for assessing and treating speech, language, swallowing, and cognitive deficits in stroke patients. She is part of a rehabilitation team consisting of physical therapists, occupational therapists, recreational therapists, nurses, attending physicians, resident physicians, psychologists, case managers, dieticians and social workers. All of those professionals work together to address the needs of stroke patients.

“Some of the specific needs of stoke patients/survivors are managing medications, ADLs (activities of daily living), toileting, cathing needs, orthotics, wheelchairs, communication boards or devices, environmental control systems, vocational reha-

bilitation counseling, vision therapy, driver evaluation, vehicle modifications, aide services or companions, psychosocial counseling, support groups and neuropsychological testing,” Garcia said.

Recovering from stroke Those are the kinds of things the money raised at Strikes Against Strokes will help fund. It will also help in the day-to-day therapy that helps them regain speech and motor function after a stroke. Garcia said those therapies are very patientspecific and depend on both the severity of the stroke and the location of the damage.

“As speech-language pathologists, we assess patients to determine if they are aphasic [meaning they have language impairment], apraxic [motor speech disorder], dysarthric [speech impairment] or have dysphagia [swallowing disorder],” Garcia said. “We also assess cognition [attention, memory, problem solving, insight, and execuSee Stroke on page 8

Northern Area Meals on Wheels hosts Spring Gala

By Farah F. Jadran When we hear the term “gala,” we get the idea of getting all glammed up, mingling with friends and colleagues, maybe dance to a song or two, and enjoying a six-course meal. Out of all those things, it might be safe to say that we

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tend to disregard the luxury of having a good meal … and having one often. Organizations such as the North Area Meals on Wheels are on a mission to end hunger among seniors, people with disabilities and homebound individuals by the year 2020. With this in mind, NAMOW is focusing on advocating for the overall well being for the people they serve in northern Onondaga County. To raise funds for this Submitted photos effort, NAMOW has plans to host its fourth annual Spring The NAMOW Gala featured a silent auction and was well-attended.

Gala Friday, May 4, at the The annual gala has helped raise thousands of dollars Double Tree Hotel in East Syracuse. A gala like this was to aid the program, which provides meals to local comcreated to remind the community that there are people in need of NAMOW’s services.

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Legume trivia

By Mary Ann Russo, MS, RD, CDN What are legumes? They are seeds that dry in their pod. Legumes include beans (kidney, pinto, Lima, cannellini, black), lentils, peas (chickpeas, blackeyed peas, cow peas) and nuts. They are also are called dried beans and peas.

Legumes are so plentiful in nutrients that they qualify for two food groups.

Legumes are included as a subgroup of vegetables. It is recommended that a person eat three cups of legumes per week to assist with meeting total recommended vegetable servings. Legumes can also be used as a lean protein source or meat substitute, and then it falls into the meat group called dried beans and peas, as a plant-based protein.

Legumes are a good source of protein, iron, folate, potassium, manganese, copper, magnesium, calcium and complex carbohydrate and are rich in phytonutrients. Legumes offer a great amount of fiber, soluble and insoluble, which can help in the management of weight, diabetes, lowering cholesterol and prevent constipation. Legumes contain no cholesterol and are low in sodium, saturated fats and calories. They also are gluten free.

Legumes are very versatile in the kitchen. They are found in many forms and are inexpensive replacement for meat. They can be found dried which is the best buy or canned and frozen for convenience. Legumes can stand alone or be used to prepare dishes, such as soups, stews, salads, dips, casseroles and sandwich spreads. To prepare legumes from dry form, it’s recommended that you change the water several times during soaking, and avoid using the soaking water to cook the beans as the water will have absorbed some of the gas-producing indigestible sugars.

Canned beans are just as nutritious and save preparation time. If you are monitoring your sodium intake, canned beans can be drained and rinsed to remove about 40 to 50 percent of their sodium or look for canned beans labeled “no salt added.”

The recipe at right is a non-traditional way to get your family to add beans into their diet and provide protein and fiber. Each muffin will provide 8 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber.

Blueberry bean muffins

Recipe provided by:The Bean Education & Awareness Network

Makes 20-24 muffins 2 (15-ounce each) cans red kidney beans, drained, rinsed or 3 cups cooked if using dried beans 1/3 cup milk 1 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup butter or margarine, softened 3 large eggs 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen 3/4 cup chopped pecans Process beans and milk in food processor or blender until smooth.

Mix sugar and butter in large bowl; beat in eggs and vanilla. Add bean mixture, mixing until well blended. Mix in combined flours, baking soda, salt and spices. Gently mix in blueberries. Spoon mixture into greased or paper-lined muffin cups; sprinkle with pecans.

Bake muffins in preheated 375°F (190°C)oven until toothpicks inserted in centers come out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.

Cool in pans on wire racks five minutes; remove from pans and cool.

Missing the bus in the fight against diabetes Barely a third of diabetic patients are receiving the necessary tests Only 37.7 percent of diabetics in New York state received all three recommended medical tests in 2009, with 12.8 percent not receiving any, despite being more likely to see their doctors on a regular basis than the rest of the population, according to a new report by the Healthcare Association of New York State (HANYS) and funded by the New York State Health Foundation (NYSHealth). The report, Managing Diabetes Care: Moving an Underlying Chronic Condition to the Forefront, outlines the missed opportunities to educate diabetes patients within hospital and primary care settings, and highlights the successful strategies of integrated patient care.

“A diabetes patient will see his or her primary care physician to address an acute symptom, not to address chronic

disease prevention,” said HANYS President Daniel Sisto.

“It is increasingly clear that the coordination of services for chronically ill patients, such as diabetics, is crucial and that providers and patients must work together for successful outcomes.”

Hospitals across the state have been implementing comprehensive disease management programs, such as participation in the patient-centered medical home model, which allows for coordination between different care sites and all members of the care team. Also, some hospitals have begun using electronic medical record systems and disease registries that remind providers about the need for best practice standards, such as standard diabetic blood tests and eye exams.

“Hospital admissions and readmissions are key cost drivers for the care of patients with diabetes,” said James R. Knickman, President and Chief Executive Officer of NYSHealth. “Improving diabetes care management for patients across the health care system can lead to lower readmission rates, better patient outcomes, and a reduction in health care costs.”

Patients with diabetes were 2.4 times more likely to be re-admitted to the hospital for any reason than patients without diabetes.

The report found that diabetics need a transition plan between the hospital and primary care provider to ensure the stability and management of diabetes after being See Diabetes on page 14

Free colorectal screenings offered for those without health insurance

By Emily Young, Public Health Educator Colorectal cancer is more likely to occur as people age, so it is usually diagnosed in men and women who are 50 years and older. There are often no symptoms during the early stages of colorectal cancer, therefore routine colorectal screening is extremely important.

The Onondaga County Cancer Ser-

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vices Program (CSP) Partnership offers free colorectal screening for men and women 50 years and older who do not have health insurance. In addition, the CSP offers free breast exams, mammograms, and Pap tests to screen for cervical cancer to women 40 years and older who do not have health insurance. These services are available at private health care provider offices throughout the city of Syracuse and Onondaga County.

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Please call 435-3653 today to see if you qualify for a free cancer screening.

Colorectal cancer usually begins in the form of a polyp in the colon or rectum. A polyp is a non-cancerous tissue growth that can develop into cancer over time. Screening tests can help find polyps and colorectal cancer early, which greatly improves treatment outcomes.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports when colorectal

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cancer is found early and treated, the fiveyear relative survival rate is 90 percent. A person’s chance of developing colorectal cancer is increased by certain factors such as having had polyps or colorectal cancer in the past, a history of inflammatory bowel disease, or a family history of colorectal cancer. For more information on free cancer screenings and colorectal cancer visit ongov.net/health/cancerscreening. html.

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Mild winter equals crazy bugs

By Jennifer Savastino Gannon Pest Control

By Upstate New York standards, the winter of 2011-12 has been extremely mild.

While many of us were happy to have a reprieve from shoveling, salting and miserable driving conditions, the insects in town were happy to be able to keep themselves alive all winter long.

A normal winter in Central New York brings long stretches of below freezing temperatures that make it impossible for insect colonies to stay alive.

Usually only the queen and a few workers survive the long, cold winter.

The mild temperatures have allowed the insect populations to survive with greater numbers.

What does this mean for spring? Will the insects not have to work so hard to build their colonies?

Unfortunately, insects are creatures of habit and larger numbers at the end of winter will only mean even greater numbers in the spring.

These insects will be looking for food and shelter for their new large families and you do not want your home to become theirs.

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Myth: If I had hearing loss, my family doctor would have told me.

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Without special training on hearing loss, it may be difficult for your family doctor to even realize you have a hearing problem.

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tive functioning]. Based on our assessment, we know what kind of treatment to provide and how to alter each treatment to meet the needs of each individual patient. Our physical therapists address motor skills such as sitting, standing, walking with or without a device, transferring in and out of bed or a wheelchair, climbing stairs, strength and endurance, balance and wheelchair mobility. While our occupational therapists address motor skills more specific to ADLs such as dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, as well as home management, home safety, community living skills, money and financial management, and upper extremity functioning and mobility and

Signs of a stroke

What are the warning signs of a stroke?

Use the acronym “FAST” to remember these four major symptoms. If you notice them in yourself or someone around you, get medical help immediately.

F: Face: Ask the person to smile. Does the face look uneven? Does one side droop downward?

A: Arms: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

S: Speech: Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase, such as “The sky is blue.”

Does their speech sound strange?

T: Time: If you observe any of these signs, call 911 immediately

use of adaptive equipment.”

Even after a patient’s initial therapies and in-hospital stay is complete, the healing process continues.

“We educate our patients during daily therapies,” Garcia said. “The statement, ‘Your brain will continue to heal for six months to a year’ is communicated frequently throughout the patient’s stay.”

Families also play a critical role in the patient’s recovery.

“Families can take advantage of educational and training opportunities,” Garcia said.

“They’re encouraged to attend our daily Brain Injury Education sessions that focus on the

Preventing a stroke

While there are some risk factors for stroke that are out of our control – things like age, hereditary risk, race and gender – there are a number of things we can do to reduce our chance of having a stroke.

Eat a healthy diet.

Quit smoking.

Reduce your alcohol intake.

Exercise regularly.

Visit your doctor regularly to check your blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

Source: MA Dept. of Health

Pictured at Strikes Against Strokes are, from left, Danielle Wheeler-Vickery (PT), Laurie Typhair (PTA), Mark Roth, Kim Brown (SLP), Carrie Garcia (SLP) and Sharon Klaiber. brain and it’s functions, vocational rehabilitation and discharge planning, community reentry, communication and thinking skills and our family adjustment and support group.”

Garcia also noted that it’s important for families and caregivers to take care of themselves. Otherwise, they’re no good to themselves or the stroke survivor.

“Family and friends can offer assistance of any kind especially when the patient/survivor returns home, she said. “It can be as simple as giving the direct caregiver time to take a shower or go to the store. We are all very supportive when a friend or family member is in the hospital. But what we tend to forget is that

much of the work comes after the hospital stay. Many people won’t ask when they really do need the help and that is when they need it the most.”

For more information about this event, call Upstate Connect at 464-8668.

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No one wants to talk about death or dying, but when a loved one dies, a family is suddenly faced with the task of planning and preparing a funeral, all while mourning their loss. Planning ahead for a funeral of a loved one or for your own funeral is a task we often prefer to put aside. Yet making funeral arrangements ahead of time offers many benefits, both financially and emotionally. You will have peace of mind knowing that you have spared your loved ones added stress, worry, anxiety and expense by prearranging your funeral in writing. This provision would be a loving gift to your family.

The funeral ritual gives you the opportunity to plan and prepare a memorialization of your own life or the life of your loved one. Your selection of the casket, clothing, flowers, photos and monument are individual choices that reflect your own personal style. The visitation and funeral services, while they may be a public or private event, can still be a personal memorial. Bagozzi Twins Funeral Home has extensive experience in preplanning and prefunding funeral arrangements.

They will take the time to answer all of your questions-both the common, difficult or unusual. It is their goal to put you at ease, to guide you through the decision making process and to provide you with the answers you need to make informed, educated decisions about the funeral or cremation services you desire. Their award winning service is beyond expectation. They have been recognized annually for their outstanding performance in Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty from JD Powers and Associates by receiving their Award of Excellence.

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are seen as ‘brain foods’ but also have other benefits. The Acai berries contain Omega-3s like the salmon. Blueberries, blackberries, and acai berries are loaded with antioxidants. Additionally, the acai berry also has protein. But, there are lots of fruits to choose from. Go down the fresh fruit and vegetable aisle at the grocery store and load up. Fresh is always best.

Grains: Grains include items made from wheat, rice, oats, barley, cornmeal or cereal grains. Examples in this group include bread, pasta, oatmeal, cereals and grits. There are also whole grains and refined grains. Whole grains have the whole kernel. Whole kernel grains would include whole wheat flour or brown rice. Refined grains have been milled so that the bran and germ are removed. White flour and white rice are refined products. If you are not sure, check the labels. When choosing grains, make at least half of your grains whole grains. Avoid the highly processed things like white bread when you can.

A whole grain diet not only lends itself to better nutritional value but also to increased fiber. A higher fiber content in your diet will assist with digestion and ultimately make you feel better.

Vegetables: This group includes not only vegetables by themselves but also vegetable juice if it is 100 percent vegetable juice.

The government puts the vegetables into five subgroups based on nutrient content. But, rather than get confusing, let’s look at it this way: The more color the better. Lighter colors like potatoes tend to be more starch. Dark greens, bright reds or oranges, can add color to your dinner plate and value to your nutrition.

Vegetables are loaded with nutrients as well as fiber. Load up.

Unfortunately, there can be barriers to enjoying a healthy diet. Let’s discuss a few of those barriers.

Decreased sensitivity: Appetites normally diminish with aging. A decline in the sense of smell or taste can also affect the ability to enjoy food. If the food doesn’t taste good to us, we are less likely to eat it.

Side effects of medication: Some medications can reduce appetite and even make food taste odd. Again, if it doesn’t taste good to us, we probably won’t eat it.

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It is important to be aware of the sodium in the foods we eat. Sodium is generally very high in prepared foods like canned soup or frozen meals. Sodium can lead to health problems such as high blood pressure, edema (swelling such as in the ankles), and other health issues. Try to reach for fresh foods which do not have the additives or preservatives as sodium is frequently used as a preservative.

So now that the fun is out of meal time, let’s see if we can put it back! What are the good things we can enjoy? There are plenty of them. Who doesn’t love a juicy blueberry in the summertime?

How about salmon fresh off the grill?

Let’s take a look at each of the portions on our new plate.

Protein: This group includes poultry, meats, seafood, eggs, beans, nuts, and peas. It’s a large group.

Salmon is not only incredible as a brain food, but also has physical health benefits. It is rich in fatty acids such as Omega-3. Omega-3s have been found to decrease anxiety in some people as well as improve artery health. Other fish and seafood such as trout, sardines, anchovies, oysters, and mackerel, have some of the same qualities as salmon and should also be included in the diet.

It is important to note that wild salmon is probably best when compared to farm raised as farm raised may have artificial ingredients added including coloring to make it look fresh at the market.

With all of the proteins, choose those that are lower in fat. For example, take the skin off the chicken and purchase lean ground beef. Processed meats like ham may include a lot of sodium. Check the labels. Sodium (salt) leads to high blood pressure and a variety of health problems.

Fruit: Any fruit or 100 percent fruit juice can be included here. The fruits may be fresh or frozen, however, remember to avoid the canned items which may be loaded with sugars.

Blueberries and acai berries are fabulous foods for a number of reasons. They

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Fairchild & Meech can assist with arrangements

Today more people than ever are planning ahead. In such matters as insurance, wills, property and investments, families know the importance of looking into the future.

That is why many families discuss funeral arrangements in advance. Planning ahead and recording your preferences can be a helpful guide to your family.

Pre-arranging your funeral gives you the opportunity to make known your ideas while giving full consideration to the needs, desires and sensibilities of other. It is best done by conferring with your clergyman and your funeral director, as weel as your financial planner, for they all have helpful specialized knowledge.

Should you wish, we will discuss pre-arranging your funeral with you either at the funeral home or at your home.

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Lutz Monuments offers quality and experience

In 1932, a young Karl Lutz opened a memorial business in what was then a residential part of Eastwood. Word soon spread that Lutz Monuments was a company whose emphasis was on exceptional quality, service, European craftsmanship and fair pricing. Each stone was personally designed and crafted to the exact specifications of the customer. People in the Syracuse area came to rely on Lutz Monument Company for their family’s needs in personalized memorials with lasting meaning. You can see these monuments in the cemeteries throughout the area… enduring tributes from loving families.

Today Karl Lutz’s family continues the traditions that people in Central New York have trusted for generations. Courteous, experienced, well-known and respected, they sell stones of distinction for people of all faiths. As in 1932, each stone is personalized and handcrafted with the utmost attention to detail and is unconditionally guaranteed to last through the ages.

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munity members Monday through Friday, every week of the year. Like all its fundraisers, all proceeds from the gala directly benefit NAMOW’s mission in the purchasing of food, commercial kitchen equipment and subsidizing the cost of meals. NAMOW and its staff of “top-notch” volunteers work with warm hearts to provide nutritious hot and cold meals. All meal recipients receive two meals daily on week days. Weekend packages are available upon request. Volunteers who prepare the meals pay close attention to recipients’ allergies and special diets are taken into consideration as well.

The devotion of the volunteers allows NAMOW to prepare and deliver more than 100,000 meals annually. “All of our volunteers are just very dedicated and they’re the ones who keep the program alive,” said Donna Barrett, executive director of NAMOW. “I’m grateful to every volunteer that walks through those doors.”

Barrett, who has been the executive director for more than five years, says many volunteers have voiced how the program has opened their eyes to the needs of the senior, people with disabilities and the homebound.

Because a program of this size and scope is expensive to maintain, the agency’s fundraisers are quite significant. “It’s important for everyone to make themselves aware of the basic needs of the program.” In addition to preparing and delivering meals, the volunteers are also making an impact when they visit community members because in some cases, that meal delivery is the only visit some people might have. “That daily visit can be so powerful,” Barrett said. “That can make a big difference in someone’s day… and their life.” It’s evident the volunteers “thoroughly enjoy putting together meals” and being a part of that special part of the day.

Almost every day, Barrett meets someone in NAMOW’s coverage area (North Syracuse, Mattydale, Cicero, the village of Liverpool, parts of Bridgeport and Brewerton south of the 81-S bridge) that is not aware of the available services. “We really want to educate people and again, raise awareness,” Barrett said. With the mission firmly at the forefront, Barrett and all the NAMOW volunteers warmly welcome community members to attend this year’s Spring Gala. Attendees will enjoy dinner and cocktails, dancing, silent auctions and raffles, but most importantly, they will be learning more about the program and supporting a local cause.

The gala committee is still looking for that “big ticket” special item to auction and is open to suggestions and donations. If you would like to support the NAMOW Spring Gala with a donation or by purchasing a ticket, you can contact Barrett at 452-1402.

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Myth: Hearing aids are big and ugly.

Wearing one will make me look old or disabled.

Truth: Untreated hearing loss is far more noticeable than today’s hearing aids. If you miss the punch line of a joke, or respond inappropriately to a comment or question, people may wonder about your mental capacity.

Hearing aid makers realize people are concerned about how they will look wear-

ing a hearing aid. Today, you can find miniature hearing aids that fit totally within the ear canal or behind your ear, making them virtually invisible.

Myth: Hearing loss is an inevitable part of growing older and there’s nothing I can do to prevent it from happening to me.

Truth: You can take steps to prevent hearing loss. Noise is one of the most common causes of hearing loss; 10 million Americans have already suffered irrevers-

ible damage to their hearing from noise. Yet a third of all hearing loss could be prevented with proper ear protection.

Myth: I cannot afford hearing aids.

Truth: There is a wide price range in hearing aids on the market just like there is for other consumer products. There are also financing options available that can make purchasing hearing aids very affordable.

Myth: Hearing loss only affects the old, right?

Truth: Hearing loss affects all age groups.

Only 40 percent of people with hearing loss are older than 64. The largest age group with hearing loss is people between 18 and 64 – about 19 million people compared to 14 million at retirement age.

More than 1 million school-age children have hearing problems as well.

If you want to avoid hearing loss, it pays to know the truth behind the myths and the basics of hearing loss prevention.

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Contact the governor - OFA services at risk

Madison County Board of Supervisors is holding discussions about removing nonprofits from the county budget. The consequences of decreased funding would jeopardize the entire operation of the Office for the Aging as the local funding is the match for OFA to receive the Federal funding. Please read the attached overview of a bill being introduced by Senator Patrick Gallivan, encourage your friends and family to call or email Governor Cuomo, Speakers Skelos, and Silver, and ask them to: “please support the bill: S.5889B (Gallivan) / A.8644 (Pau- Theresa Davis, OFA lin) and remove the responsibility of Medicaid from the local executive director Counties.”

Gov. Cuomo: 518-474-8390 or governor.ny.gov/contact/GovernorContactForm.php; Speaker Dean Skelos: 518-455-3171 or nysenate.gov/senator/deang-skelos/contact; Speaker Sheldon Silver: 518-455-3791 or assembly.state.ny.us/ mem/?ad=064&sh=contact.

State lawmakers support Medicaid takeover proposal

These bills have been co-sponsored by our local Sen. David Valesky and Assemblyman William Magee

Bill number: S.5889B (Gallivan) / A.8644 (Paulin) Sponsor: Gallivan Title of bill: An act to amend chapter 58 of the laws of 2005, relating to authorizing reimbursements for expenditures made by or on behalf of social services districts for medical assistance for needy persons and the administration thereof, in relation to calculating social services district medical assistance expenditure amounts Purpose: This bill provides for an immediate freeze of local contributions to the cost of Medicaid followed by the gradual state assumption of all non- federal Medicaid costs over an 8-year period.

Summary of provisions: Sections 1 and 2 of Part C of Chapter 58 of the Laws of 2005 are amended to provide a phased takeover of the local share of Medicaid costs.

Justification: Since the enactment of the Medicaid program in 1965, local social service districts (counties and the City of New York) have been required to share in both the cost and administrative operation of the program. Over the years, the cost of the program has grown exponentially while responsibility for program design and administration has been gradually shifted to the state. By 2016, all administrative responsibility for Medicaid will be assumed by the state.

Despite this shift of responsibility, county and New York City governments continue to be required to contribute a significant share of the total program cost. Currently, counties and New York City pay approximately $7.3 billion per year and under existing law, these costs will continue to increase by 3 percent each year. With the recently enacted 2 percent cap on property taxes, counties simply cannot continue to meet this state mandate without slashing other essential local services such as senior services, veteran’s services, law enforcement, parks, and road maintenance.

This legislation provides for the gradual assumption of the current local shares starting with an immediate freeze on local contributions effective Jan. 1, 2012. On Oct. 1, 2012, local contributions will be reduced by 5 percent. Additional reductions will be made in the subsequent years ending the with the full assumption of local Medicaid costs in 2019.

The timing of this legislation is designed to take advantage of changes that may be required by the federal Affordable Care Act as well as state actions being implemented or planned by the Governor’s Medicaid Redesign Team. Given the phased nature of the takeover, there is ample time for the Governor and Legislature to develop and consider changes to the program that may be required to maintain program compliance with federal law as well as affordability to the state.

Legislative history: New Bill.

Effective date: This act shall take effect immediately.

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National Volunteer Week is April 15-21 How can we ever thank you? We wish there were a new way to say thank you.

A way that would truly reflect just how much volunteering means to us. Just because you make your volunteer job look easy, does not mean that we are unaware of the time and effort that goes into doing all that you do.

We utilize the talents of volunteers in the following programs: Age Simulation Presentations Brookfield SNACK Site Canastota SNACK Site Cazenovia SNACK Site

Chittenango SNACK Site Transportation Program Drivers Earlville SNACK Site Hamilton SNACK Site Health Insurance Counselors Main Kitchen Helpers Morrisville SNACK Site Newsletter Mailings Office for the Aging Board of Directors Oneida SNACK Site Tele-Friend Program Callers Thank you!

From all of us at the Madison County Office for the Aging, Inc.

Registered Dietician Visits SNACK Sites Dina Lawson, RD, CDN will do a Nutrition Presentation at the following Office for the Aging SNACK sites on dates listed.

Chittenango – April 3, Tuesday, 11:00 am – American Legion, 701 Legion Dr Canastota – April 12, Thursday, 11:15 am, – Stoneleigh Apts, 400 Lamb Ave Morrisville - April 18, Wednesday, 11:00

am – St Joan’s Church, Brookside Dr Earlville – April 25, Wednesday, 11:15 am – American Legion, 113 Main St Oneida - April 26, Thursday, 11:30 amOneida Towers II, 226 Farrier Ave For more information and to reserve a meal call Madison County Office for the Aging 697-5700.

April SNACK Menu Monday, April 2 – Sloppy Joe on a bun, veggie blend, coleslaw, Mandarin oranges Tuesday, April 3 – Baked chicken thigh, rice pilaf, green beans, tapioca pudding Wednesday, April 4 – Salisbury steak w/gravy, mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables, peaches Thursday, April 5 – Baked smoked ham w/pineapple glaze, parsley potatoes, carrots, pumpkin pie Friday, April 6 – Holiday, OFA and SNACK Closed Monday, April 9 – Hearty beef stew w/peas and carrots over biscuit, pineapple tidbits Tuesday, April 10 – Baked ziti w/meat sauce, spinach, Italian bread, applesauce Wednesday, April 11 – Seasoned pork chop, red potatoes, Harvard beets, sugar cookie Thursday, April 12 – Chicken curry and broccoli, white rice, tossed salad, chocolate pudding Friday, April 13 – Roast turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes, butternut squash, fruited yogurt Monday, April 16 – Vegetable Lasagna, Italian beans, Italian bread, oatmeal cookie Tuesday, April 17 – Spanish rice w/beef, broccoli, 3-bean salad, vanilla pudding Wednesday, April 18 – Chicken parmesan, pasta w/sauce, lima beans, tossed salad, fruit cocktail Thursday, April 19 – Meatloaf and gravy, mashed potatoes, corn niblets, fruited yogurt Friday, April 20 – Veggie quiche, hash browns, veggie blend, fruit cup Monday, April 23 – Meatball sub w/sauce and parmesan cheese, spinach, Mandarin oranges Tuesday, April 24 – Reuben casserole (corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and rye bread), broccoli, pears Wednesday, April 25 – Baked lemon pepper fish/ tartar sauce, German potato salad, sweet peas, fruited yogurt Thursday, April 26 – Roast beef w/gravy, boiled potatoes, sliced carrots, cake w/frosting Friday, April 27 – Marinated chicken breast, mashed potatoes, creamed corn, peach cobbler Monday April 30 – Chicken breast w/orange sauce, oven roasted potatoes, green beans, tapioca pudding

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Students invited to enter essay contest May 8 is the 16th Annual Office for the Aging Day. This day is devoted to honoring senior citizens and educates the community about problems many of them face. Along with other activities, the Office for the Aging is sponsoring an essay contest.

The essay contest is open to all Madison County students in grades 1-6. Winning essays will be printed in Prime, the OFA newsletter and local newspapers. Every participant will receive a certificate of appreciation from the Madison County Office for the Aging. For more information call 697-5700.

Entry rules:

Essay should be 50 words or less.

Essays finish the following thought: What I can learn from an older person...

Entries will be judged one winner per grade level Entries should have the child’s name, address, age, grade, and school.

Entries cannot be returned.

Entries must be received by Friday, April 27, 2012 Mail or deliver entries to: Office for the Aging, Inc., 138 Dominick Bruno Blvd, Canastota, NY 13032

Education unlimited will present Fred Von Mechow, naturalist, speaking on “Birds & Mammals of New York State” from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Hamilton Public Library on the following dates: Monday, April 2 - Water and Shore Birds, Ducks, Geese Thursday, April 5 - Birds of Prey: Hawks and Owls Monday, April 9 - Perching Birds: Forest, Field and Backyard Thursday, April 12 - Mammal Herbivores: Rodents, Rabbits, Deer Monday, April 16 - Mammal Carnivores: Dogs, Cats and Weasels Thursday, April 19 - Insectivores and Omnivores: Bats, Shrews, Moles, Bears,

Racoons and Opossums Education Unlimited is sponsored by the Madison County Office for the Aging Open to all regardless of age or education

Golf fundraiser planned

Diabetes

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discharged. While the benefits of more fully integrating diabetes care into primary practices is well established, in many hospitals, such programs are not part of routine discharge plans.

For example, an inpatient hospital stay could provide diabetic self-management education and make Certified Diabetes Educators available to complement clinical care. The study found patients who had a diagnosis of diabetes for more than 20 years showed improvement after one year of diabetes education. There was statistically significant improvement in self-care knowledge, quality of life and self-management behavior, including monitoring blood glucose and good foot care.

The report is part of a five-year diabetes campaign that was launched in 2008 by NYSHealth to reverse the diabetes epidemic in New York State, where nearly 9% of adults have been diagnosed with diabetes. HANYS’ effort has recently expanded through a grant from NYSHealth in the final push to get hospital-based clinics and primary care sites into the National Committee for Quality Assurance Diabetes Recognition Program. More than 750 providers from 108 hospitals and 216 sites across the state have successfully achieved the recognition so far, with an expected increase as HANYS begins offering significant supplemental resources around diabetes and chronic care management.

The Healthcare Association of New York State (HANYS) is the only statewide hospital and continuing care association in New York State, representing 500 non-profit and public hospitals, nursing homes, home care agencies, and other health care organizations.

Independent Living for Seniors Only (Over 62), beautiful setting in the lovely village of Manlius with a strong community spirit.

7626 Highbridge Rd. Subsidies available for qualified individuals.

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The Office for the Aging’s Golf Outing Fundraiser will be held Monday, June 18. The captain and crew golf outing will be held at the Oneida Community Golf Course (Kenwood Ave., Oneida) Registration Fee is $75 per person, to include: 18 holes of golf w/cart, lunch, dinner, beverages, prizesand gifts

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The Madison County Office for the Aging is offering a Caregiver Workshop from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, April 30, at the OFA, 138 Dominic Bruno Boulevard, Canastota.

Guest speaker will be Julie Davis of the Crouse Community Center. The workshop

Brookfield – Open Tuesday and Thursday; 1st and 7th Day Baptist Church, Elm and Beaver Creek Rd Canastota – Open Monday thru Friday; Stoneleigh Apts, 400 Lamb Ave Cazenovia – Open Tuesday and Friday; Cazenovia Village Apts, 24 Nelson St Chittenango – Open Monday, Tuesday and Friday; American Legion, 70 Legion Drive Earlville – Open Wednesday and Friday; American Legion -113 N Main St Hamilton – Open Tuesday thru Friday;

New Beginner Classes Now Forming!

IF YOU ARE 62 OR OLDER OR DISABLED OR HANDICAPPED OF ANY AGE, WE HAVE SUBSIDIZED HOUSING FOR YOU. . .

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Madison Lane Apts, Bldg 5 Morrisville – Open Monday and Wednesday; St. Joan of Arc Church, Brookside Dr Oneida – Open Monday thru Friday; Towers II Community Room, 226 Farrier Ave Monthly health education topics are provided by a Registered Dietitian. For more information and to sign up to enjoy a hot noontime meal at a SNACK site call Madison County Office for the Aging at 697-5700 or visit its website at ofamadco.org.

April Outreach & activities ®

The Chinese Exercise for: • Health Improvement • Relaxation and Stress Reduction • Concentration and Meditation

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will focus on all aspects of Alzheimer’s, what caregivers should know and how to cope. The program is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.

Seating is limited so call 697-5700 for reservations.

Senior Nutrition (SNACK) Sites

A gentle excercise well suited to senior citizens

501 S. Crouse Avenue - close to doctors, hospitals, stores and buslines

Featured will be a hole in one contest, closest to the pins, skins and longest drive.

Get your foursome together and sign up today. Call the Office for the Aging @ 697-5700 to register. If you’re an agency, business, etc., get your “work” foursome together and sponsor a hole .

Caregiver workshop offered April 30

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Naturalist to speak at library

FOR INFORMATION CALL: (315) 476-5760

Outreach Visits:

Thursday, April 5, 11:30 a.m. – noon, Madison Lane Apartments, Building 5, Hamilton Monday, April 23, 11 – 11:30 a.m., American Legion,701 Legion Drive, Chittenango

Support Group:

Monday, April 30, 1 – 3:30 p.m., Caregiver Support Group, Office for the Aging, Canastota

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Vitamin K and medications

them on the same days each week. For example, if you eat 1/2 cup of cooked spinach three times a week, be consistent.

Make sure you have 1/2 cup of spinach (or another high Vitamin K food) on the same days each week.

Don’t make sudden changes to your intake of vitamin k foods. For example, if you have a romaine lettuce salad every day, stopping that will change the effectiveness of the Coumadin.

Notify your doctor if you make any changes to your food or supplement intake.

What foods contain the highest amounts of Vitamin K? Kale, spinach, collards, Swiss chard, mustard greens, turnip greens, fresh parsley, broccoli, brussels sprouts, endive, cooked cabbage, green leaf lettuce, romaine lettuce, asparagus.

A good portion size to eat is ½ cup if it is cooked and one cup if it is raw.

Other information to keep in mind: Alcoholic beverages can affect your medication. Be sure to notify your doctor or pharmacist.

Many dietary supplements can alter your INR reading.

These include: garlic pills, ginger, ginkgo, licorice, St. John’s Wort, and Vitamin E supplements.

There is still a lot of information unknown about the effects of dietary supplements, so avoid all supplements until you speak with your doctor.

Source: The National Institutes of Health Drug Nutrient Interaction Task Force. cc.nih.gov

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By Dina Lawson, Registered Dietitian, Madison County Office for the Aging If you are taking the prescribed medicine Coumadin or Warfarin to thin your blood, you should to be aware of how much Vitamin K is in the foods you eat and the supplements that you take.

Coumadin or Warfarin helps your blood clot more slowly.

High amounts of Vitamin K in certain foods can cause your blood to clot more quickly.

Doctors use a test called INR to check how fast or slow your blood clots. If you suddenly change the amount of Vitamin K foods that you eat, your INR reading will change.

So, it is important to follow these steps: Take your medicine exactly as your doctor prescribes.

Don’t skip your doctor’s appointments. It is important that you have regular INR tests.

Keep the amount of vitamin K intake from foods and supplements the same each day.

Sudden increases in Vitamin K can decrease the effect of Coumadin. It is important to keep the Coumadin working as efficiently as possible!

Plan your meals ahead of time so you know how much of Vitamin K foods you can have daily.

If you get home-delivered meals or attend the dining sites, look at the monthly menu for foods that contain Vitamin K and plan your intake accordingly.

How do I Keep my Intake Consistent?

Consume the higher Vitamin K foods in the same amount each day. If you only eat these foods three times a week, have

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In memoriam The OFA gratefully acknowledges contributions to honor the memory of beloved relatives and friends.

Thank you.

In Memory of Robert Malary Given by: Leisure Time Club Senior Citizens In Memory of Bonnie Smith Given by: Patricia Thorpe In Memory of Jennie Sorbello Given by: Santina O’Brien George & Josephine Sorbello Stephen & Judith Zabierek Nancy & Daniel Krawczeski James Rapasadi Ruben & Patricia Pluff Scott & Grace Rapasadi Sharon Pratt In Memory of Muriel Petzko Given by: Robert Napoli

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White Chapel Memory Gardens Located on Kinne Road, Dewitt, New York Business Office at 940 Comstock Ave., Syracuse, New York, 13210

(315) 475-2194

White Chapel Memory Gardens, is a Division of Oakwood Cemeteries, Inc. It is a non-denominational cemetery located on Kinne Road in the Town of Dewitt, New York. This beautiful cemetery is well maintained and governed by the rules and regulations of the State of New York.

Within the cemetery are seven sections which are restricted to bronze markers only and one monument section. Our new garden style mausoleum will feature 120 crypts and 56 cremation niches.

For your convenience, pre-need payment plans are an option.

For further information please call our main office and ask for Dan Glavin, Director.

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Our cemetery is open year round for burials. It is our mission at White Chapel to be available to the Dewitt Community for the special needs we all encounter.