50 Plus - May 2013

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Finance column:

Stay Positive: Effectively Communicating with Dementia Patients

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Paul Wallander ADRC:

‘Unleash the power of age’ Health column: Vericose veins

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Artist Amy Zander of Two Rivers poses for pictures inside her studio in Two Rivers. Zander mainly works with ceramics and loves creating monsters in any of her five kilns.

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8, 1963) is a British musician. He is the only child of John Lennon and Cynthia Powell (Lennon’s first wife). Beatles manager Brian Epstein was his godfather. He has a younger half-brother, Sean Lennon. Lennon was named after his paternal grandmother, Julia. He remains close friends with his father’s former band mate Paul McCartney.

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He is the youngest of his siblings and a member of their musical group, the Osmonds. He is the ninth and last child of George and Olive Osmond. He remains the youngest performer to have a No. 1 single in the UK Singles Chart, with “Long Haired Lover from Liverpool” in 1972.

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Stay Positive: Effectively Communicating

use a lot of words to talk to dementia patients, they will not be able to follow you from beginning to end. When your loved one cannot remember your first words, your last words will only leave them frustrated, confused or even angry.

with Dementia Patients Finance column

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia is a labor of love. We want to provide the best environment we can to ensure that they are safe and comfortable. Unfortunately, his or her condition can make communication difficult and everyone can end up frustrated or even angry.

The most effective way to keep our loved ones at ease is to understand what they really want and to communicate what we need them to do. To do that we need to rethink the way we talk to them.

The best way to improve communication is to listen to what your loved one is saying. When you repeatedly hear requests or demands to go to a location or see a person from their past, it is not uncommon to feel annoyed and even over-react. It can be frustrating when what they want is not possible to pro-

vide. It can even feel like they are ungrateful for all we are doing for them.

In reality, they may not be looking for those people, places, or things from their past at all.

When those requests are sent our way, think about what they may really want.

Key in on the words they repeat or the things they seem to stress the most. Can the request be tied to the way they felt about the place or person they remember? Are they asking to go to a place where they had happy memories? They may be trying to tell you that they want to feel more safe and secure. Or they just want reassurance that you are taking care of them. If you take the time to focus on what they are telling you, you can better handle their requests.

Another way to improve your interaction is to talk to them in a way they can understand. If you are long-winded or

To work around this, you need to adjust the way you talk. Get to the point in as few words as possible. Don’t spend time trying to explain or rationalize your point. Choose your words carefully and utilize non-verbal communication. A smile or an arm around their shoulder cannot only help get your words across, but provide a reassurance that you care about them and have their best interest in mind.

While you are adjusting the way you talk, make sure you keep things positive. Remind your loved ones that there is a lot to be optimistic about. Every dementia patient has strengths and preferences that can keep them grounded in the now. By emphasizing the positives in their world, you are allowing them to stay connected to you.

Positive language can range from compliments and words of encouragement to taking a negative situation and putting a positive light on it. Talk about what they can do instead of what they

cannot do so their achievements are at the forefront of their minds. No matter how difficult things are on any given day, you can always find something positive to say, and that can go a long way to getting through any situation.

When you alter the way you listen and speak to someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia, you are making life easier not just for your loved one, but also for you. Suddenly, you can understand each other better and some of the tension and frustration that comes from your circumstances is lifted. You can start looking at your situation in a positive light and altering the way you and your loved one approach each day.

By improving the way we communicate with our loved ones, we don’t make them healthier, but we remove some of the obstacles that make care giving difficult. We provide the best care we can, but no matter how much we love them, we still struggle to understand and cope with the situation. As long as we listen and effectively communicate, we make things easier for everyone involved.

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ADRC: ‘Unleash the power of age’

By Judy Rank May is Older Americans Month. It is a time to appreciate and celebrate the vitality and aspirations of older adults and their contributions and achievements. This year’s Older Americans Month theme – “Unleash the Power of Age!” – emphasizes the important role of older adults.

The Aging & Disability Resource Center of the Lakeshore (ADRC) provides services, support and resources to older adults year-round.

The ADRC will be offering several opportunities in May for older adults to be able to stay positive, active and looking forward.

The elder benefit specialists of the ADRC have planned four workshops for individuals who are turning 65 or will be new to Medicare in the near future. The workshop called “Medicare A to D” will help participants understand Medicare Part A, Part B, supplemental insurance, advantage plans (Part C), prescription drug plans (Part D) and SeniorCare.

The first presentation is scheduled for Tuesday, May 14, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Kiel Community Center.

On Wednesday, May 15, the presentation will be repeated from 6 to 8 p.m. at the ADRC office in Manitowoc, at 4319 Expo Drive.

On Thursday, June 6, the program will be held at the Two Rivers Senior Center from 1 to 3 p.m.; and on Tuesday, June 18, at the Kewaunee Human Service office, 810 Lincoln St., from 3 to 5 p.m.

Registration is requested for these programs as seating is limited. The program is free and registration can be made by calling the ADRC at 1-877-416-7083.

Senior Fair The ADRC and the long-term care providers in the community are coming together to host the third annual senior fair on Tuesday, May 21, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Manitowoc County Ice Center. Last year the fair drew 59 vendors and it is expected to be as big again this year.

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There is no cost to attend. Blood pressure screening, balance screening, and mini-mental screening are just a few of the free screenings that will be offered by the vendors.

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By Dr. William Morgan Q. Almost all of the middle-age women in my family have unsightly varicose veins. Can you tell me more about this condition and is it hereditary?

A. Varicose veins are enlarged veins that appear under the surface of the skin and usually form in the legs. Varicose veins and spider veins, a mild form of varicose veins, are common conditions affecting both men and women.

Walking upright has given our leg veins a difficult task to perform. Although they lack the strong muscular lining of arteries, veins must constantly return a large volume of blood to the heart. The movements of the legs act as a pump to push the blood upward, while flimsy valves stop gravity from pulling it back down.

Varicose veins are caused by weakened valves and veins in the legs. Normally, one-way valves in the veins keep blood flowing from the legs up toward the heart. When these valves do not work as they should, blood collects in the legs, and pressure builds up. Over time, the veins become weak, large and twisted.

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The second presentation, “Unleash the Power of Education,” will start at 2 p.m. and will be presented by the educational institutions in the county – UW-Manitowoc, Lakeshore Technical College and Silver Lake College. All will be sharing information on education classes that are affordable to the senior population.

The last presentation, “Power Bowl Approach,” will be at 2:45 p.m. by chef Ben Cress, who will include a cooking demonstration creating a one-bowl powerful meal.

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By Joni Shavlik 50 Plus correspondent At the age of 50, Amy Zander is living her dream. She is the owner of Artworks Etc, a welcoming, home-based workshop where she creates her works of art, holds classes and art parties, keeps up with her web orders, and produces live webinars. Her studio is a well-organized crafter’s dream with plenty of supplies and five kilns, including a Raku outdoor kiln.

Zander “has been creating things since she could hold a pencil” according to her mother, LaVerne Deprey.

“When I was young, I did everything!

Water color, handmade Christmas ornaments from flour and water and salt, Shrinky Dinks,” Zander said. “Dad would help me make gifts for relatives every Christmas; I’ve been doing that all my life.”

Zander’s late father, Mike Deprey, worked in Two Rivers for the Herald Times Reporter in the advertising department. They used huge books of clip art, and if they happened to be throwing some out, her father would bring them

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Center there as well.

Rod Kjelstrup, her art teacher from Washington Junior High in Two Rivers, was instrumental in her choice of profession and love of art.

“I’d meet people from all around the world there, and they all had different ideas. Classes were taught by civilians though, because there were no jobs in the military that had anything to do with art. I learned a lot there though, and you’d be surprised how many guys hung out in there, too!”

“I’m sure he won’t remember me! He would just set me up in the classroom and let me do my thing in his Independent Art Class,” Zander said. “His watercolors are absolutely beautiful!”

Kjelstrup gave Zander what she needed to succeed, a bit of guidance and plenty of freedom to let her creativity come through.

While serving in the Army, Zander had opportunity to travel to Germany where she was stationed for a year. She was able to visit the Louvre in France, has seen the Mona Lisa, and visited the Eiffel Tower.

Family ties brought them back to Two Rivers, where Zander could be closer to her mother. When she told her husband that she wanted his workshop for her art studio, he decided it was time he built her a studio.

The cement was poured by Memorial Day 2007 and she and her husband finished by Halloween of that same year.

“It was all so inspiring!” she said.

“Dave is my number one! He’s always been supportive of me. He may roll his eyes, but then he helps me get right after what I’m doing next,” Zander said.

She would spend her free time on base in the Art Center. When she and her husband, Dave, were stationed back at Fort Campbell, Ky., there was an Art

She always knew she would never be a “9-to-5er,” so this was the perfect job, to be able to work at home and raise their two boys, Dustin and Tim, while

Artist Amy Zander of Two Rivers poses for pictures inside her studio in Two Rivers.

Zander mainly works with ceramics and loves creating monsters in any of her five kilns.

Matthew Apgar/50 Plus her husband was driving semi trucks all over the country. Her boys have an eye for art, and enjoy the occasional project, and her husband has a talent for the potter’s wheel.

“But we both can’t be starving artists, and someone has to have a regular job,” she said.

Art Parties Zander holds art parties in her studio for groups of six or more. Adult classes and parties, kid’s parties, scouting groups, classes of home-schooled children are all regular happenings in her studio.

Depending on what they are making, parties run $10 to $30 per person. She plays music and, depending on the age of the participants, perhaps some wine She puts the ART in ‘pARTy’ continued on page 10

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68. Eye opener 69. Colorado skiing destination 70. American chant 71. Viking, in the kitchen 72. Regard 73. Even, to a poet 74. Klondike river

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is served. She is even starting a “Mobile Party” where she brings the art project to your home or location.

people in London, England want to learn from me,” she said. The webinars are out of a Burlington, Ontario, Canada company found at CeramicArts.com

Summer Classes

“I love to see my student’s personalities flare. I teach them the technique and they add the personality to make their works their own” Zander said of her students.

Zander is offering summer classes at the Rahr West Museum. She will be teaching about Resin Jewelry, Zen Doodling, Hand building with Clay, Fused Glass, and Clay Camp for Kids.

There’s gratification in learning the skill and completing a project. “They throw their emotion into the piece and forget about the rest of the world and all of the clutter, and then it’s back to reality.”

She also sells at the farmers market on Broadway in Green Bay from June through October from 3 to 8 p.m.

Wednesdays.

“I’m into monsters lately” states Zander of her latest muse. Her lidded monster was one of her first projects. Her handbuilt hearts are extremely popular now for Mother’s Day, as well as around Valentine’s Day. “They are hollow so I have to blow air into them to inflate them,” she said.

Her last webinar was held on April 3, when she taught how to “Quilt with Clay.” She had people from all over the country viewing her webinar, and they posted questions. “I just can’t believe how

“I am not a morning person” states Zander, “and the timing of this farmer’s market works perfect for me. It gets me out of the shop, I can see other artist’s work, plus I can get feedback on my own work.

If someone picks up a piece, and tells her friend that it’s too expensive, I will know why it’s not selling. Sometimes I bring things that I am sure will sell like crazy, and they don’t move at all!”

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People come to paint the bowls prior to the benefit and Zander fires them in her kilns. Then, this year on Oct. 6 the “Empty Bowls” benefit is held. Each person pays $10 and picks out a bowl, it is filled with soup, they get bread, dessert, and they get to keep the bowl.

In the past 50 years Zander has learned to do what she loves, and how to share it with others. She has served her country, and now is serving her community in a way that makes everyone smile.

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We are located in a beautiful serene wooded setting near downtown Two Rivers

Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Redefined WI-5001620726

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Schedule your tour today!

1-920-793-2261

1 Hamilton Drive Two Rivers Wisconsin 54241

“It’s an Annual Thing” Spring Preview Come see our Rooms of Blooms!

• Annual Flowers • Perennials • Trees & Shrubs • Hanging Baskets • Vegetables • Onion Sets • Seed Potatoes • Fertilizer & Chemicals • Statuary & Fountains • Landscape Materials

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Lawn & Garden & Landscaping Center WI-5001648189

www.greenacrestworivers.com Hwy. 147 between Two Rivers & Mishicot 755-2495 or 755-4941 Hours: M-F 9-7 • Sat. 8-5 • Sun. 10-4

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Recovery Isn’t Simply a Goal, It’s Our Mission.

Conveniently Located at 3215 Mischicot Rd in Two Rivers

Welcome Home!

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Income based rent for seniors 50 and above or qualified disabled.

• 1 Bedroom Homes • Full Kitchens • Two Sunrooms • Small Pets Welcome • Coin-Op Laundry • Community Activities - Card Games Office Hours: - Bingo Tuesday and Thursday • Parking Available 8:00 - 4:00 • On Bus Route Call to see if you qualify: • Elevator (920) 793-2105 • Low-Impact Exercise Room

When people leave the hospital, they often need continued care in order to recover completely. That’s where we come in. Our nursing and rehabilitation center provides intensive, short-term rehabilitation and compassionate long-term care with specialties in the areas of wound care, diabetes management, and cardio rehab. We invite you to pay us a visit and see for yourself what outstanding healthcare is all about.

Learn more about our award-winning care at www.nrmrc.com

Nursing and Rehabilitation North Ridge 1445 North 7th Street, Manitowoc, WI 54220 920.682.0314 • 920.682.0553 fax • www.nrmrc.com

Dedicated to Hope, Healing and Recovery Small Pets Welcome

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For over six decades, Shady Lane, Inc., its local leaders who sit on our board of directors, and its staff have served our residents and our community through a philosophy of servant leadership and a commitment to providing quality affordable care.

Find out why people...

Think of Us First for comfort of skilled care

Designed for living with beautifully decorated and lovely gardens, Shady Lane offers skilled nursing care for short or long-term care, therapy services, social services and hospice care. Medicare and Medicaid Certified.

for planning to get better . . .

Therapies provided by: Holy Family Memorial

Recovering after an illness, joint replacement or surgery is a team effort. In fact, it could be called "Team You"! We offer physical, occupational and speech therapy, respiratory services, pain management and neurological, orthopedic and cardiac rehabilitation. Medicare and Medicaid Certified and some private insurances.

In-patient or Out-patient Services.

for the joys of home without the work From two bedroom apartments to single bedrooms with private bathrooms, Laurel Grove offers a variety of assisted living options to meet your needs.

Enjoy the gardens, optional activities and care-free living. Prices start at $1,450.

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HFM Clinic at Shady Lane Manitowoc’s only not-for-profit citizen directed care facility.

1235 South 24th Street • Manitowoc, WI • www.shadylaneinc.com • 920-682-8254 WI-5001647412

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