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Northwest Arkansas Seniors’ Out ‘n’ About is designed to support, encourage and provide resources and services to enhance the lives of Seniors’ throughout Northwest Arkansas. When you visit these businesses, please tell them about Northwest Arkansas Seniors’ Out ‘n’ About.

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call Matthew at (479) 957.7724.

Email: matt@seniorsoutnabout.com

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Index Articles Home Care Giving . . . . . . 5-6 Feed Your Wild side . . . . . 8-9 Backyard Garden . . . . . 14-15

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Bathroom Tile Installing Joe Orona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Beaurty Career Academy . . . . . . . . 12

Legal companies Legal Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Calander Calander of events . . . . . . . . 7

Phototagraphy Freedom Dreamer . . . . . . . 11

Care Givers Good Shepherd . . . . . . . . . 10 First Light Home Care . . . 11

The Jones Center Look at what the offer . . . . . 3

Entertainment Lokomotion . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Food Receipe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Handy Man Rite Handi-Man . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Insurance Humana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Please say “I found it in NWA Seniors’ Out ‘n’ About

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Home Caregiving in 2014

Health care delivery services continue to change in the US as dodo the numbers of individuals needing services.

There are over 40 million people over 65 and this number increases by 10,000 every day. It is expected that there will be 70 million by 2020 a mere six years from now. Many of these individuals will have health challenges that will require medical intervention. Some may need nursing home care while others will be able to be cared for at home.

The number of people in nursing homes has decreased even as the number of older individuals has increased. More and more care is being provided at home.

In a response to this increase in home care and the need for appropriately trained caregivers, the state of Arkansas passed a law that became effective April 1, 2014.

Act 1410 was passed with the intention that it would assure disabled citizens and the constantly expanding population of senior citizens in Arkansas, that a direct-care worker is properly trained in core competencies; and it acknowledges the necessity of proper training for all direct care workers that, in turn, will contribute to a reduction in per capita health care costs for Arkansans.

The law states that a person providing home care services for compensation have documentation that they have completed 40 hours of homecare training and have 5

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demonstrated specific skills. There are exemptions in place for those already certified, licensed or a family member.

This 40 hour course is the minimum of what is needed for training and additional courses are recommended. The Schmieding Center for Senior Health and Education in Springdale, Arkansas provides a course titled, In-Home Assistant. It is offered in the daytime, evenings and on-line.

This is a 40 hour course and meets all of the requirements of the law. For information regarding this class, call 479751-3043 X222. An advanced course titled, Family Care Advocate is also offered. It is presently only offered in the day time but will soon be available on line as well. An evening schedule is also being explored.

As a consumer of home care services, it is important to you that the home worker provides documentation of this training prior to providing care for you.

Margaret Christensen, RN (ret), EdD

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Schmieding Center for Senior Education – Bella Vista

1801 Forest Hills Blvd, Suite 123

Bella Vista, Ar 72715 479-876-2335

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Springdale Senior Center, 203 Park St.

Lunch & Learn - Wound Care Tuesday, July 22, 2014, 12 – 1 p.m.

BELLA VISTA, United Lutheran Church, Luther Hall, 100 Cooper Road

Bridging the G.A.P. Grandparents As Parents Share & Care Group Tuesday, August 5, 2014, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Connecting Across Professions The Schmieding Center for Senior Video Teleconferences Health and Education, 2422 N. Tuesday, July 22, 2014, 12 – 1 p.m.

Thompson, Springdale, AR Strong Body Fitness Program Strong Body Fitness Program Tuesday, July 29, 2014, 11 a.m. – Thursday, August 7, 2014, 11 a.m.

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The Jones Center, 922 East Emma The Jones Center, 922 East Emma Avenue, Springdale Avenue, Springdale Geriatric Grand Rounds Strong Body Fitness Program Wednesday, July 30, 2014, 8 – 9 Tuesday, August 12, 2014, 11 a.m. a.m.

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Schmieding Center – Springdale The Jones Center, 922 East Emma Avenue, Springdale Strong Body Fitness Program Thursday, July 31, 2014, 11 a.m. – Strong Body Fitness Program 12 p.m.

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Avenue, Springdale The Jones Center, 922 East Emma Avenue, Springdale Brain Games Friday, August 1, 2014, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

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Feed Your Wild Side

Discover why everyone is going wild for Wild Blueberries

A Healthy Choice A growing body of research is establishing Wild Blueberries as a potential ally to protect against cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer’s disease — so it’s no surprise that more and more people are picking Wild Blueberries than ever before.

A Tasty and Easy Option Convenience and freshness are frozen right in. Wild Blueberries are individually quick-frozen within 24 hours of harvest, locking in their intense blueberry flavor, nutrition and antioxidant power. Find them in your grocer’s freezer in convenient re-sealable bags and make sure you get the wild ones.

Try this delicious recipe from a talented food blogger with a love for tiny, potent Wild Blueberries and a passion for developing innovative, healthy and tasty twists on the classics everyone loves.

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Yield: 12 to 15 thin pancakes, depending on size Wild Blueberry-orange sauce: 1/2 cup frozen Wild Blueberries 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice 1/2 teaspoon orange zest 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (or honey) Orange pancakes: 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons gluten-free flour 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (or honey) 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1/4 cup milk 1 egg 1/2 teaspoon orange zest 1 tablespoon melted butter or margarine First make sauce. In small sauce pan, combine all ingredients and place on low heat while preparing pancakes. Stir occasionally. Smash Wild Blueberries to desired consistency.

To make pancakes, combine all dry ingredients in a medium mixing bowl. Then add in wet ingredients. Whisk everything together until well combined; batter will be thin. On griddle or electric skillet preheat to medium heat. Make sure pan is hot before scooping batter. Using 1/4-cup scoop, pour batter (but not whole scoopful into pancake shapes on griddle). Batter is thin so not much is needed for each pancake. Wait until pancake bubbles before flipping. Flip and cook other side. Continue process until all batter is used. Pour sauce over pancakes while warm.

Note: Only one orange is needed for fresh juice and zest for both pancakes and sauce.

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Q: If you or a senior loved one has suffered a myocardial infarction or heart attack, what step can you take to decrease Q: Irisk have thatheart eatingattack? foods high in sugar can be a cause the ofheard another for Alzheimer’s Disease. Is there any truth to this?

It is very important to make and keep follow-up doctors’ appointments and test; take medications as directed and eat a healthy diet. In addition to these and other things, The US National Library of Medicine suggests A. prevent A another growingheart bodyattack, of evidence caloric foods-to a seniorsuggests needs to that do the following: high in sugar, fat, and carbohydrates—can impair the brain’s re• Keeptoblood pressure, blood sugar, andour cholesterol undertime control sponse insulin, thereby poisoning brains every we eat • Don’t smoke fast food, sweets, or processed People with diabetes, • Eat a heart-healthy diet rich in foods. fruits, vegetables, and type whole2 grains, and wholow have already in animal fatdeveloped insulin resistance, may be particu• Regular, exercise, of at least minutes aifday, at least 5 days larly at risk.moderate “The epidemic type 30 2 diabetes, it continues on a week, consult with your doctor regarding the right exercise plan its current trajectory, is likely to be followed by an epidemic offor you. dementia, ” saysand Ewan McNay of the University at Albany in New • Get checked treated for depression York.

36alcohol % of people in no themore US are putting at greater • Limit intake to thanobese, one drink a daythem for women, and no more than two drinks a day for men risk of Alzheimer’s. Researchers recommend the best way to • Stay Alzheimer’s at a healthy weight reduce risk is to eat the Mediterranean Diet (high in fish, vegetables, olive oil, and low sweets/carbs), as reguFollowing these recommendations areinvital to maintainingasa well senior’s good lar exercise.

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As a caregiver youexercise can help,reduces but there are also manyrisk organizations that provide outside assistance. Be sure to discuss all of your options for www.sott.net/article/250689 care and support with the senior’s physicians.

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Eureka’s very own Brighton Ridge awarded Five Star status!!

Brighton Ridge, Eureka Springs’ only Skilled Nursing Center, has just been awarded a new Five Star rating by the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid. Earlier in 2013, Brighton was awarded a Four Star rating, due to their excellent results from their 2013 State Audit.

Since receiving their Four Star rating in 2013, Brighton has done some tremendous work on their Quality Measures.

“Quality Measures” are key components picked out by the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid. They are specific issues that Skilled Nursing Facilities battle with every day, and measurements on how well each facility copes with these issues.

Some examples are: % of residents that were appropriately given the flu shot % of residents that are physically restrained % of residents with moderate to severe pain % of residents who loose too much weight There are many different Quality Measures, and the more proactive a Skilled Nursing facility is on making sure that their residents are not “in pain” or “loosing weight”, the better the quality of care is, obviously, and therefore the better Star Rating each facility is awarded.

So, Congratulations to Brighton Ridge, and to Eureka Springs, for supporting an outstanding Medical Community!

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Tips for a Bountiful Backyard Garden

A Relaxing, Healthful Hobby Looking for a hobby that allows you to contribute to the health of your family? Take up gardening. Beyond producing nutritious foods, it can help you teach your family about local agriculture, all while basking in the tranquility of the great outdoors. Though starting your own home garden can be intimidating, there are a few simple steps to get you started. Once developed, it can yield fruits and vegetables from early spring and into the fall.

1) Do Some Research Find out what vegetables grow best in your area and when is the right time to plant and harvest. Many local university extension programs have this information readily available online. For each plant, consider the amount of water needed, how much sunlight is required and if it should be started from seed or a transplanted seedling.

2) Choose a Good Spot Keep in mind vegetables need at least six hours of sun each day, so plant away from the shade of buildings, trees and shrubs. Planting close to your house may make you more likely to bring your harvest right into your kitchen, and will help you remember to weed and water. Including rain and irrigation, your garden needs at least one inch of water per week. Make sure you can easily access a water supply nearby. Some products, such as an Ames NeverLeak hose reel, provide convenient hose storage and can easily reach all parts of your yard. Be sure to choose a level area of your yard so when watering it will not pool in lower areas.

3) Clear the Area Use your garden hose or a string to mark the area for proper placement of your garden. Use a sod lifter or garden spade, keeping 14

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the area level and removing as little topsoil as possible. Next, use a round point shovel, such as the True Temper True American RoundPoint Shovel, to dig into the soil about 12 inches, breaking it up and removing clumps. To encourage proper drainage and escape light freezes in early spring and fall, construct a raised bed by creating a border with wood slats and filling in with soil.

4) Prepare the Soil Use a rake to create a smooth finish and remove debris or stones on the surface. You may want to add manure, compost or soil additives to provide additional nutrients in the soil.

5) Plant Your Seeds Determine if you will be starting your plants from seeds or transplanting small seedlings. Be sure to research how much room each plant will need and plot the layout of your garden. Dig V-shaped furrows using a warren hoe or the edge of a garden hoe. Carefully distribute the seeds in the furrows evenly and in accordance with the instructions on the seed packet. Cover the seeds and pat down gently, then water thoroughly.

Use this information for a fruitful harvest this gardening season. For more tips, visit www.amestruetemper.comor www.facebook.com/ truetempertools.

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