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June 2016

Volume 16, Number 2

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Dolores Kampian of Beaver has a balance test performed by Lutheran Senior Life Physical Therapist Christine Namey.

Area seniors learn about health and history at annual Senior Day fair More than 300 attendees and 60 vendors participated in the annual Senior Day Health Fair on May 11 at Beaver Valley Mall. The event not only celebrated Older Americans Month, but gave seniors the opportunity to be proactive with their health, as well as learn about local history.

The vendors provided a wealth of information on senior services and programs, as well as blood pressure, glucose and chiropractic screenings. “I’m not originally from this area and in organizing Senior Days for the past year, it’s become very apparent to me that it’s not just the Office on Aging

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Medicare Buy-In helps low-income seniors pay for Medicare costs (Part 1 in a series)

To apply for the Medicare Savings Program, you may:

Many low-income older adults struggle with the cost sharing that comes with Medicare.

A program called “Medicare Buy-In” helps Medicare beneficiaries pay their Part B premium. For most beneficiaries, the $104.90 premium is automatically deducted from their Social Security benefit. Those who are new to Medicare Part B or chose to pay their Part B premium directly, have a monthly premium of $121.80.*

* Have an application mailed to you from the DHS Customer Service Center at (877) 395-8930 or your local County Assistance Office

Seniors who meet the following income and asset guidelines in 2016 will qualify to have the state pay their Medicare Part B premium: • Single individuals with income less than $1,337/month and assets less than $7,280 • Married couples with income less than $1,802/month and assets less than $10,930 Those with very low income (less than $990 for a single person; $1,335 for a married couple) will also get help with their Medicare deductibles and co-insurance.

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Assistive devices can help you get on and off the toilet with ease

By Leah McCarthy, OTS Master of Occupational Therapy Program, University of Pittsburgh For Beaver County Senior News

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oing to the bathroom is a daily necessity that most of us take for granted. What happens if you can no longer get on and off the toilet with ease?

Most standard height toilets are low to the ground. Whether due to hip, knee, back or leg problems or even being overweight, performing this common activity can be challenging, frustrating and even unsafe. People who live alone may worry about getting stuck on the toilet once they are seated and end up feeling helpless and scared.

Adaptive equipment may be the simple solution to this problem. They range from low-cost solutions, such as raising the overall seat height, to more expensive solutions like installing a taller toilet. Sometimes, even a grab bar or handrail provides a successful result.

Here are some options to consider.

Versamode

often has a maximum weight limit. More deluxe versions are available with a padded seat. Prices range from $50 to $200.

It can be purchased online or at your local Target, Walmart, Walgreens, Home Depot, Lowes or Bed, Bath & Beyond.

Versamodes may also be covered by Medicare under specific circumstances.

Toiletvator

Raised Toilet Seat

This device raises the seat level of a toilet. It is usually made of plastic material and is secured to the toilet with clamps.

A standard raised toilet seat comes in a variety of designs and styles. The height can range from one to six inches. In addition, the raised toilet seat can come with a lid, padded seats, handrails and an adjustable height. They are useful in spaces that are too small to allow use of a versamode. Prices range from $15 to $60 and can be bought online or at the same stores listed above.

Toilet Safety Rails

This provides a way to elevate your toilet height when you don’t want a piece of bulky equipment but want to keep your existing toilet. The Toilevator is a spacer that is installed under the base of your toilet, adding 3.5 inches of additional height while still maintaining the appearance of your toilet. Toiletvators are often a preferred option over raised toilet seats, especially when a bathroom is regularly used by multiple family members and guests. Toiletvators average around $100 and require professional installation.

They can be purchased at Amazon.com.

Comfort Height Toilets The Comfort Height Toilet is not a piece of equipment, but an actual new toilet.

It is approximately two to three inches taller than a traditional toilet, making it more comfortable to get on and off the toilet. This toilet ranges from $130 to $400 and can be bought at Home Depot, Kohler or Lowes.

All of these items add convenience and improve ease and safety when going to the bathroom. They will allow you to create an accessible bathroom that meets all your needs.

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Most people know this device as a “bedside” or three-in-one commode.

It provides a raised toilet seat within a built-in safety frame. The Versamode was designed to be used in the bedroom by persons who lack the ability to safely use the bathroom; however, it can be transformed into a device that can be seated over the bathroom toilet, providing a higher sitting surface and handrails to aid in sitting down and rising up. The standard model is basic in design and

This adaptive equipment provides handrails for a person to help sit down or push off the toilet. This item is best for anyone who has weak muscles or limited range of motion. It is easy to assemble but does require a screwdriver and strength to secure a few bolts. Most safety rails come with soft, padded handles. The height of the handrails is adjustable. Prices range from $15 to $60 and can be bought at the same stores, above.

An occupational therapist can help you determine what adaptive equipment will be best in order for you to carry out your daily activities safely and independently. Occupational therapists help individuals do the things they want, need or are expected to do, like going to the bathroom. Often this is achieved through the help of adaptive equipment or simple changes to your living environment. If you are experiencing difficulty with getting on and off the toilet or any other activities throughout your day, talk to your doctor about receiving a referral for occupational therapy. BCSN

The Air in Pennsylvania: Is it Poor for Those with COPD?

By David Ebner, Staff Writer For Beaver County Senior News

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ach year, the American Lung Association’s State of the Air Report accounts for the air quality in America’s most populated counties. Though metropolitan areas throughout the state received varying results, 10 Pennsylvania areas were listed among the most polluted.

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A recent air quality report has prompted questions concerning lung disease and air pollution.

For the nearly 690,000 permanent state residents who have COPD, this statistic could be concerning. People with COPD suffer from symptom flare-ups brought on by allergens, chemical fumes, excessively warm or cold air and smoke. Symptom flare-ups include coughing, sputum, shortness of breath and fatigue. So, could air quality potentially force 690,000 residents to consider leaving the state for health reasons?

Stem cells act as the body’s healing system. Once alerted these cells flow to the area that needs repair. Stem cells react slowly, and realizing this, the physicians at the Lung Institute developed a process to help stem cells work more efficiently.

Lung Institute physicians extract a patient’s stem cells from blood or bone marrow tissue, separate the cells and return them intravenously. Stem cells travel through the heart to the lungs, where they are trapped in what the Lung Institute calls the pulmonary trap. Once there, they can promote healing of the lungs, potentially improving lung function.

A recent Lung Institute research study indicates that 82 percent of patients report an increase in quality of life after treatment, and 60 percent of those who took a pulmonary function test saw an increase in lung function.

Nationwide, the company operates 5 total clinics and has treated over 2,000 patients.

Improving Pennsylvania’s air quality will be a large discussion and will encompass alternative solutions. People suffering from COPD have already started the discussion about treatment options. Now, an alternative treatment is available in Pennsylvania for those with COPD in the form of stem cell therapy at the Lung Institute. Perhaps the innovative stem cell therapy option is just what the doctor should have ordered. BCSN

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While solutions to air quality takes time, those with COPD in Pennsylvania are looking for progressive ways to treat their disease. A specialty clinic in Pittsburgh, the Lung Institute (lunginstitute.com), treats patients with lung diseases such as COPD, emphysema, chronic bronchitis and pulmonary fibrosis. Rather than managing symptoms with supplemental oxygen or medications, they treat lung disease using stem cells from the patient’s body.

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Hepatitis C: The Silent Disease you have hepatitis C. While it may be hard to discuss your infection with others, doing so gives them the opportunity to get tested and treated.

By Gateway HealthSM For Beaver County Senior News

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epatitis means “inflammation of the liver.” There are several causes of hepatitis, the majority of which are either alcohol related or virus related. Some viruses that attack the liver are preventable (types A and B) through immunizations.

However, there is no immunization for hepatitis C. Viral hepatitis affects more than a half a billion people worldwide, many of who are unaware they are infected. One million of those who are infected die each year, primarily from cirrhosis or liver cancer resulting from their hepatitis infections.

Of the 70 to 80 percent of those infected, many have no symptoms. If symptoms do occur, often they are much like those of the flu. Many of those who are chronically infected are unaware of their infection as the virus can go 20 to 30 years before the development of symptoms.

In the United States the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates 150,000 new cases of hepatitis C diagnosed each year and a total of three million Americans who may have this disease in its chronic form.

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Chronic hepatitis C is a destructive unwanted guest. Infected persons typically do not know they are infected for years until they begin to show signs of liver damage and failure. At that point treatment options become limited. Some may need a liver transplant; however, livers are in high demand and short supply. In the U.S. there are 17,000 persons on liver transplant lists, yet only 6,000 livers become available every year.

Until recently, there were few treatments and effectiveness was not great. Now there are new and more

effective treatments that can lead to a cure. These drug treatments can have unpleasant side effects and can be expensive. Treatment for hepatitis C is a serious task, but one that can lead to a cure and a longer healthier life for many.

Finding out if you have hepatitis C is the first step. Getting checked is recommended if you are a Baby Boomer, have a history of any injection or nasal street drug use; have had multiple sex partners; have sex with partners with chronic hepatitis C; received a tattoo in an unregulated setting; have a diagnosis of HIV; were born to a parent with known hepatitis C; were ever incarcerated; was ever on hemodialysis or received a transfusion blood product or organ transplant prior to July 1992, if you currently have liver disease and have not been previously tested; or if you are a health care worker and were exposed to blood through a needle stick.

The most important risk for the spread of hepatitis C infection is injection drug use accounting for almost 60 percent of acute hepatitis C infections in the U.S. According to the CDC, an estimated 29 percent of incarcerated persons in North America are positive for hepatitis C. Hepatitis C is not spread by everyday contact such as kissing, hugging, holding hands, casual contact, sneezing, coughing and sharing eating utensils, food or drink. In fact, the spread of hepatitis C between family members within households is almost zero. If you are infected though, it’s best to tell anyone within your living quarters that

Common precautions you can take if you have hepatitis C include: • Cover any cuts, blisters or open wounds and dispose of bandages, tampons or sanitary pads with blood on them.

• Wash your hands with soap and water if you or an object comes in contact with your blood.

• Clean spilled blood from surfaces using diluted household bleach and water.

• Do not share personal items like razors, toothbrushes, nail clippers, etc.

• Do not donate blood.

• If you are injecting street drugs, try to get into treatment. Do not share needles or other equipment with anyone else.

Specific treatments for hepatitis C can be offered by your physician based on your age, medical history and nature of your hepatitis C. If treated with medication, it is very important to complete the course of therapy to give the greatest chance for cure. If your liver begins to fail, you may be a candidate for a liver transplant and can be referred to a liver transplant facility where you will be evaluated by its transplant team. If appropriate, you will be placed on a waiting list and provided with instructions of what to do when the hospital calls you for surgery.

The good news is preventive care and testing can help you from developing serious complications by talking to your doctor.

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What’s cooking?

By Angela Gentile, Planning Unit Program Monitor Beaver County Office on Aging For Beaver County Senior News What’s cooking? Sometimes not much.

There have been countless stories on television news programs, newspapers and magazines suggesting that people are gaining weight due to eating a lot of processed and convenience foods. Over and over again, the stories say that many people find that they do not have time to cook or have lost interest in cooking. Every story usually says that the solution is getting fresh food into the diet, including fruits and vegetables.

One way I get fresh vegetables is to grow them in my garden. This year, I will be growing peas, lettuce, Swiss chard, kale, carrots, tomatoes, eggplant, yellow tomatillos, zucchini

Maybe growing your own fruits and vegetables is more than you want to fit into your schedule. You can always shop for fresh foods, which usually are located around the perimeters of most grocery stores. If you want some locally grown fruits and vegetables, do not forget about our Beaver County Farmers’ Markets, which are in full swing in Aliquippa, Beaver, Chippewa, Ambridge, Beaver Falls and New Brighton. There are plenty of locally grown fruits, vegetable, baked goods, meats, honey, fresh-cut flowers and bedding plants. Since I grow vegetables, I enjoy supplementing my pantry and refrigerator with some of the delicious breads, meats and desserts that vendors offer.

Do you need some motivation to shop at the farmers’ markets? Well, the Beaver County Office on Aging will be distributing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers during June and July. Check for the schedule in this month’s Senior News. Seniors age 60 and older can receive four $5 vouchers to purchase a total of $20 worth of locally grown fruits and vegetables, now through November. Income eligibility is based on total household income of $21,978 for one person and $29,637 for two persons. BCSN

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program 2016 Distribution Schedule June 4, 10 a.m. to noon at Beaver County Office on Aging, Human Service Bldg. – First Floor Conference Room, 1020 Eighth Ave., Beaver Falls June 6, 1 to 3 p.m. at Baden American Legion Post # 641, 271 State St., Baden June 8, 1 to 3 p.m. at Rochester Salvation Army, 378 Jefferson St., Rochester June 16, 1 to 3 p.m. at St. Titus R.C. Church - Titan Hall, 952 Franklin Ave., Aliquippa June 20, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Midland Health and Wellness Center, 901 Midland Ave., Midland June 20, 1 to 3 p.m. at Hanover Volunteer Fire Dept. – Rt.18 Station. 2697 St. Rt. #18 - Hanover Twp., Hookstown June 21, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Bridgewater Presbyterian Church, 408 Bridge St., Bridgewater June 21, 4 to 7 p.m. at Chippewa Farmers Market, Intersection of Shenango and Darlington Roads, Chippewa United Methodist Church parking lot, Beaver Falls (Chippewa) June 25, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Beaver Farmers Market, Court House Parking lot, Beaver June 27, 4 to 7 p.m. at Beaver Falls Farmers Market, The Brodhead Apartments Parking Lot, 712 12th St., Beaver Falls June 28, 1 to 3 p.m. at Trinity School for Ministry, 311 Eleventh St., Ambridge June 29, 4 to 7 p.m. at Aliquippa Farmers Market, Brodhead Rd., Aliquippa July 5, 4 to 7 p.m. at New Brighton Farmers Market, Parking lot at Fifth Ave. and 12th St., New Brighton July 7, 4 to 7 p.m. at Ambridge Farmers Market, Park Road – across from St. Mary Byzantine Church, Ambridge Income eligibility is based on total household income: 1 person- $21,978, 2 persons- $29,637.

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and beans. It is a lot of work to get the ground ready, deal with weeds, fertilize, water and watch for bad pests, but the outcome is some fantastic tasting vegetables in late summer and early fall. I enjoy cooking, and I cook some tried-and-true recipes with the vegetables. I also always look for one or two new recipes for some variety.

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June Senior Day has Pirates theme A Pirates Black-and-Gold Day will be the theme of the June 8 Senior Day from 10 a.m. to noon, inside of Center at the Mall, located at the Beaver Valley Mall, next to Hallmark. Wear your Pirates gear as we celebrate another season of Pirates baseball.

Entertainment will be provided by Coco the Clown, a balloonist.

Upon registration, each attendee will receive a small gift while supplies last. A wide variety of vendors will provide the latest information on senior services and programs, and plan on getting your blood pressure checked. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a doughnut during the event.

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The event, sponsored by the Beaver County Office on Aging and premier sponsors Medic Rescue and Concordia Visiting Nurses, is the number one resource in Beaver County for personal, on-the-spot consultation and information for older adults all in one convenient location. For more information, call the Beaver County Office on Aging at (724) 847-2262 or (888) 548-2262. BCSN

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Center at the Mall

* This month we celebrate: Flag Day, June 14; Father’s Day, June 19; summer begins, June 20.

Center at the Mall (CATM), Beaver Valley Mall, Monaca, will offer the following activities:

* The Beaver County Office on Aging continues to accept donated yarn. One of our volunteers crochets blankets for our Surprises for Shut-ins program.

Yarn can be dropped off at our office located in the Beaver County Human Services Building, 1020 Eighth Avenue in Beaver Falls. BCSN

2 Day at the Mall at 10 a.m. June 8.

Seniors on the Web Studies show that older adults are now using Facebook more than younger people. Younger individuals have gravitated to other social media platforms, including Twitter and Instagram. Older adults are using Facebook to connect with family and old friends, looking at and sharing photos, social gaming and for contests or promos. In addition to liking your friends and family, try liking some groups so you can keep up to date on what is happening in Beaver County. Beaver County just joined Facebook and hundreds of people are now following their page. Some other good pages to like on Facebook include Beaver County Recreation and Tourism, where you can learn about all the fun activities happening. Type in the names of our historical sites and museums, and you can learn what they are doing and learn some local history, too. BCSN

2 Birthday lunch with entertainment at 11:30 a.m. June 9.

2 Fit-a-thon at 9 a.m. June 11.

2 Bunco league at 2 p.m. June 14.

2 Flea market fundraiser June 20-25.

2 Meadows Casino trip at 9 a.m.

June 27.

2 Game day and card club at 2 p.m.

June 28.

2 Fourth of July picnic at John A. Antoline Park (formerly Allarie Park) at 10 a.m. June 30.

2 Presentation on 2017 trip to New Orleans at 10:30 a.m. July 14.

2 White Star Trip to Wildwood, NJ, September 18-22.

Visit centeratthemall.com for all programs, events and fitness center hours and class schedule. Call (724) 774-5654 to make reservations for upcoming events and programs. Follow the center on Facebook at facebook.com/CenterattheMall. BCSN

History tidbits The Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad Ohio River Bridge (Beaver Bridge), which spans the Ohio River, west of the Beaver River, was constructed from 1908 to 1910. It was designed by A.R. Raymer, assistant chief engineer with Pittsburgh & Lake Erie Railroad; Albert Lucius, consulting engineer from New York; and Paul L. Wolfel, chief engineer with McClintic-Marshall Construction Co. The substructure was built by Dravo Contracting Company in Pittsburgh; the superstructure was built by McClintic-Marshall Construction Company of Pittsburgh. The structure type is a pin-connected cantilever through truss with suspended span; pin-connected subdivided camelback through truss. BCSN

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Ombudsman program advocates for consumers of long-term care services

Fresh Peach Trifle

By Tesi Dye Ombudsman Supervisor Beaver County Office on Aging For Beaver County Senior News

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According to the directive, Pennsylvania ombudsmen are federally mandated, legally based and state-certified via standardized trainings to actively advocate and give voice to consumers of long-term care service. Pennsylvania ombudsmen champion the rights of these consumers to achieve the highest quality of life and care wherever they reside. They are united through an impassioned commitment to listen, educate, investigate, mediate and empower through a visible presence.

The Ombudsman program will identify, investigate and seek to resolve complaints that are made by (or on behalf of cognitively or physically impaired) individuals who are consumers of long-term care services, and relating to action, inaction or decisions that may adversely affect the health, safety, welfare or rights of such consumers, including the activities of a guardian

or power of attorney. As always, consumers of long-term care services are encouraged to attempt self-resolution of complaints using established procedures.

The Ombudsman program also provides information and consultation on issues related to long-term care, conducts frequent facility coverage visits and attends resident council meetings.

Ombudsmen are available to provide trainings and presentations to facility staff, residents, family members and community groups. Ombudsmen are also available to accompany residents to care plan meetings upon request.

Confidentiality is of the utmost importance as is empowering consumers and respecting their wishes. All complaint investigations are resident directed.

The Beaver County Office on Aging Ombudsman team includes a supervisor, four staff members and a team of nine volunteers. If you need information or help resolving a problem with a facility or long-term care program, would like to arrange a presentation for your group or facility or would like information on becoming a volunteer, please contact the Ombudsman Department at (724) 847-2262 or (888) 548-2262. BCSN

4 6 large ripe peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced 4 1 T. lemon juice 4 16 oz. vanilla yogurt 4 1 t. lemon zest 4 1 10-inch prepared angel food cake Place peaches in a large bowl, toss with lemon juice. Place 1 cup of peaches in a blender and blend until smooth. Place yogurt in a bowl and stir in the peach puree and lemon zest until well blended. Cut angel food cake into squares and place half in a glass dish. Spoon half of the peach slices over the cake. Cover with half of the yogurt mixture. Place remaining cake square over the yogurt. Top with peaches, reserving 5 or 6 slices for garnish. Cover with remaining yogurt mixture. Garnish with peach slices.

Refrigerate until ready to serve. BCSN

Senior center menus Call the following senior centers for menu information and reservations: Aliquippa (724) 857-9989; Baden (724) 869-4224; Center at the Mall (724) 728-1422; New Brighton (724) 846-1959; Midland (724) 869-4224. BCSN

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t is the responsibility of the Pennsylvania Department of Aging to protect and improve the quality of care and the quality of life for older Pennsylvanians and to advocate for and empower consumers of long-term care services. The Department of Aging has issued a new Aging Program Directive that goes into effect on July 1. This directive sets forth policy and procedure for the Pennsylvania Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program and emphasizes the important role the program plays in meeting this responsibility.

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Senior Day-Travel With Us The #1 Resource in Beaver County for personal, “on the spot” consultation and service for older adults all at one convenient location!

Proudly brought to you by ~ The Beaver County Office on Aging and Premier Sponsors: Medic Rescue ~ Concordia Visiting Nurses The next Senior Day will be held from 10 a.m. to noon June 8 inside Center at the Mall, in the Beaver Valley Mall, next to Hallmark.

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Call (724) 847-2262 for information.

Entertainments and Events

* The 17th annual Darlington Days will be held June 3 to 5 in Downtown Darlington. Enjoy this weekend-long celebration highlighting the town of Darlington. There will be a Friday night polo game and tailgate party. Other activities include live entertainment, kiddie amusement area, craft show, antique equipment, tractor pulls, yard sales, parade and fireworks. Food and refreshments will be sold. Local museums will be featured and there will be a car cruise Sunday. Call (724) 827-2132. * The Beaver Area Memorial Library, 100 College Ave., Beaver, will hold their annual book sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

June 4. Preview night will be from 5 to 7 p.m. June 3 for a $7 entrance fee. Books will be discounted from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. June 6 and from 9:30 a.m. to noon June 7 when they will be sold for $5 per bag. Call (724) 775-1132. * The annual Fort McIntosh Garrison Day craft sale takes place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 11 at Downtown Parks, Beaver. This event features a large selection of arts and crafts, antiques, food and refreshments, an art show, music by the Fort McIntosh Fife and Drum Corps and other lively entertainment.

Call (724) 775-7174 or visit beaverheritage.org/schedules. * Buy vegetables, flowers, herbs, roses and other ornamentals at the Herb and Garden Fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 11 at the Historic Harmony Museum Barn, 303 Mercer Rd., Harmony. There will be garden vendors, expert advice and food. Bring your potted annuals or perennials for exchange. Call (724) 452-7341 or visit harmonymuseum.org. * The 14th annual Support Our Troops Rally is set to take place from 5 to 8 p.m.

June 12 at Quay Park, Beaver. Come celebrate America, our veterans and our troops. Enjoy entertainment, music and food. Bring your flag and a chair.

Call (724) 843-0522 or visit vva862.org. * The Monaca Cornet Band will perform a free concert in the park at Hopewell Community Park, 2500 Laird Ave., Aliquippa, at 7 p.m. June 14. Bring a lawn chair. Concession stand will be open. Rain location: Hopewell Memorial Junior High School. Call (724) 3781460 or visit hopewelltwp.com. * Bring the grandkids out for a free family movie at dusk, June 17 at Townsend Park, 601 Third Ave., New Brighton.

Snacks and huggies are provided, just bring what you need to be comfortable.

Call (724) 846-1870 or visit nbarc.net. * Wine and Jazz at The Lake will take place from 3 to 9 p.m. June 25 at Hopewell Community Park, 2500 Laird Dr., Aliquippa. There will be local

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wineries, fine cuisine, Beaver County Cigar Club bar, cigar rolling and sales, entertainment by Trinity Music Group, basket bid and much more. Cost is $40 per person and includes a free wine glass and unlimited buffet. Call (724) 378-1460 or visit hopewelltwp.com. * An American Celebration will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 25 at Old Economy Village, 270 16th St., Ambridge. Enjoy an old-fashion town celebration with historic tours, antique cars, crafts and trade demonstrations, entertainment, craft and food vendors.

Cost is $10 adults; $9 seniors; $6 children ages 3-11; free for FOCV members and active military. Call (724) 266-4500 or visit oldeconomyvillage.org. * The 36th annual Ellwood City arts, crafts, foods and entertainment festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

July 1 to 3 at the Ewing Park, 806 Lawrence Ave., Ellwood City. Enjoy craft and food booths, continuous entertainment on stage and throughout park.

Fireworks final night at 9:45 p.m. Free admission, pay per car to park. Call (724) 758-5501 or visit ellwood-cityfestival.net. * The 6th annual Beaver County BOOM Zambelli Fireworks Display will be held at 9:45 p.m. July 2 at Bridgewater Park, Mulberry Street Ext., Bridgewater. Visible to all in Beaver, Bridgewater, Rochester and Monaca.

Free. Call (412) 974-4709 or visit pushbeavercounty.org. BCSN

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* The South Side senior citizens group will hold their regular monthly meeting at 11 a.m. June 1 and game day at 10:30 a.m. June 22 at the Shippingport Community Building, 163 State Rt. 3016, Shippingport. Bring food for the food co-op. Call Robin at (724) 899-2940.

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Local veteran can hear again after a lifetime of service

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little over two years ago, Howard Thielman received a Cochlear Implant at the Pittsburgh VA Hospital, and his life hasn’t been the same since.

“If I would’ve known then what I do now, I would’ve looked into getting the surgery a long time ago,” Howards says. “It’s one of the best things that could have happened to me. After struggling for so many years with hearing loss, what Cochlear has done with this technology and how it’s helped me to hear again is nothing short of miraculous.”

The start of Howard’s hearing loss can be traced back decades to his time serving in the military. He was in the Marine Corps, serving as a rifleman (0311) from 1961-1965. During his time in the Corps, Howard was stationed on the U.S.S. Enterprise, the world’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier responsible for providing security to American troops deployed overseas. As a rifleman on the U.S.S. Enterprise, Howard was constantly inundated with loud and repetitive noises like gun shots, heavy-duty machinery, and aircraft landing and taking off onboard the navy vessel.

“Back then, we were all young twenty-somethings, the military didn’t have the kind of safeguards in place like they do now with our service members,” Howard remembers. “Now, they’re given devices to safeguard their ears. Protecting our hearing wasn’t really a priority for the military or for any of us. We were more concerned with protecting our ship and our troops. We didn’t give too much thought to the lasting effects of being exposed to repetitive, loud noises and what damage that could do down the road to our health.”

After being honorably discharged from the Marine Corps and returning to civilian life, Howard secured a position as a refueler, working first at the Allegheny County Airport in West Mifflin before transferring out to work at the Pittsburgh International Airport in Findlay Township in 1968. He worked as a refueler for more than 40 years and only recently retired.

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As a refueler, Howard was forced to deal with many of the same sounds that he encountered while in the Corps, like rumbling high-powered engines and planes landing and taking.

“Working as a refueler is hard work and can at times be dangerous and chaotic. It’s hard to articulate just how loud the runway and that environment can be. You get used to it.

I know I did and so did my coworkers but I noticed as the years progressed, my ability to hear was waning. As I got older, I wore hearing aids, but then they weren’t even strong enough to help me,” Howard comments.

Individuals like Howard who are continually exposed to loud, repetitive noises, can incur permanent hearing loss, according to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), one of institutes within the NIH. What Howard encountered during his time in the Marine Corps and as a refueler is called Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL).

Howard and Diana Thielman

The NIDCD estimates that approximately 15 percent of Americans between the ages of 20 and 69—or 26 million Americans—have hearing loss that may have been caused by exposure to noise at work or in leisure activities.

The NIDCD estimates that approximately 15 percent of Americans between the ages of 20 and 69—or 26 million Americans— have hearing loss that may have been caused by exposure to noise at work or in leisure activities. Because sound is measured in units called decibels, sounds of less than 75 decibels, even after long exposure, are unlikely to cause hearing loss. However, with long, repeated exposure to sounds at or above 85 decibels, hearing loss can occur. The louder the sound, the shorter the amount of time it takes for NIHL to happen.

“I was about to throw in the towel when it came to my hearing. One of my hobbies is amateur radio and I host my own show. It got to the point where I couldn’t do that any longer.

My wife also acted as my interpreter when we’d go out to dinner with friends. When you lose your hearing or you’re hard of hearing, when you go out in public people kind of look at you like a burden or a nuisance. I finally decided that after wearing hearing aids for so many years I would look into what could possibly be done,” Howard said.

After investigating his options, Howard discovered that the Department of Veterans Affairs offers Cochlear Implants as a part of its healthcare services. Because of Howard’s time in the Marine Corps, his VA status as a service-connected veteran, and meeting the medical qualifications, his implant was covered at no cost to him. He had his surgery performed at the Pittsburgh VA Hospital in the spring of 2013. The service is also covered by Medicare.

“I can’t say enough good things about the VA Hospital, I got no complaints and the doctors there literally saved my life.

They say I’m their first patient who ever had life-saving ear surgery,” Howard says.

NIDCD Decibel Guide The humming of a refrigerator 45 decibels

Live LIFE…At Home

Normal conversation 60 decibels Noise from heavy city traffic 85 decibels

An MP3 player at maximum volume 105 decibels Sirens 120 decibels Firecrackers and firearms 150 decibels When Howard was in the Pittsburgh VA Hospital, he had a heart attack and credits his Cochlear Implant with not only helping him to hear again but also saving his life. “If I wouldn’t have gotten the implant, I might not have known something was wrong with my heart,” he said.

Sharon Carroll is Engagement Manager for Cochlear Americas and based in Pittsburgh. She works with individuals like Howard before, during, and after the implantation surgery.

She has gotten to know Howard during the last year-anda-half. “He is a great voice for our veteran population and all he wants to do is tell veterans what their options are,” Sharon says. “So many of them aren’t aware that they might be eligible for a Cochlear Implant and Howard is a perfect example of what is possible.”

Since getting his Cochlear Implant and recuperating from his heart attack, Howard is so busy it’s hard to keep up with him, his wife, Diana, shares. Howard is on the board of directors at the Moon Township Volunteer Fire Company, and a member of the Marine Corps League of Sewickley, Vietnam Veterans (Rochester branch), U.S.S. Enterprise Association, and the U.S. Sea Going Marine Association. He also plays an active role with the Boggs Run Volunteer Fire Department in Moon Township, where he was a lieutenant and captain for 11 years.

“I would recommend that anyone who is dealing with hearing loss look into getting a Cochlear Implant,” Howard says.

“I’ve found a new lease on life and it’s really helped with my daily life.” BCSN To learn more about hearing loss and if you might be eligible for a Cochlear Implant, visit Cochlear.com or call (877) 804-4000.

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Area seniors learn about health and history at annual Senior Day fair ever-popular prize wheel. All guests received a small gift, and coffee and doughnuts will be served. BCSN

Continued from page 1 information they need. This amount of care and compassion in a community is refreshing.”

The event was sponsored by the Beaver County Office on Aging and premier sponsors Medic Rescue and Concordia Visiting Nurses. For more information, call the Beaver County Office on Aging at (724) 847-2262 or (888) 548-2262.

The area’s museums and historical groups were also on hand to present information on their sites and local history. WBVP-WMBA radio broadcasted live from the event and brought their

Ron Bruce passes out information to Beth Ann Sundy at the Sons of the American Revolution booth.

Margery Denver and Dee DiGiovine offer healthy breakfast samples at the BCOA table.

Center at the Mall representatives Lynda McCutcheon and Stacey Shearer welcome attendees.

Robert A. Banks Attorney at Law

Wills • Estate Planning • Senior Citizen Law Powers of Attorney • Living Wills Attorney Robert Banks has provided legal counsel to over 7,200 clients since his admission to the Bar in October 1978. During his 36 years of legal counseling Attorney Banks has obtained experience in many fields:

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Commitment to Quality Care

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• elder law • estate planning • estate administration • family law “My goal is to provide area residents with the best possible legal service at a fair and reasonable price.”

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The doughnut table is always a popular stop.

Robert Milligan tries his luck at the Concordia Nursing prize wheel as Rhonda Cocain looks on.

Ryan Weiss checks Dorothy Buquo for spinal alignment.

Photos by Chuck LeClaire for Beaver County Senior News Kay Lewis was a winner at the WPVB prize wheel as Frank Sparks looks on.

Pauline McKelvey has her blood pressure checked by Medic Rescue nurse Kay ONeill.

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Franciscan Manor offers: • 24-hour Nursing Care • Rehabilitation Services • Programmed Activities

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Answer them all correctly for a chance to win $30 cash.

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11. Fat __________ Stick

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23. Kick __________ Briefs

8. You __________ Top

16. Scarlet __________ Carrier

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To enter, mail your answers to Beaver County Senior News Contest, P.O. Box 11126, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. One entry per person. Correct entries will be eligible for our drawing. One winner will be drawn. Entries must be received by the 15th of this month. Answers will be published in the next edition of Beaver County Senior News.

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Congratulations to Mary Grankauskas who won last month’s contest. The answers were: 1. Retina; 2. Eating; 3. Basket; 4. Eraser; 5. Planet; 6. Newest; 7. Arches; 8. Deport; 9. Hustle; 10. Yields; 11. Amazed; 12. Jockey; 13. Jumble; 14. Object; 15. Basics; 16. Faucet; 17. Grades; 18. Nights.

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Newly renovated accessible apartments with roll in showers also available.

There is an admission priority for very low income persons whose incomes are

• 1 Person hh...$14,600 • 2 Persons hh...$16,700 Maximum income for eligibility is: 1 Person $38,950; 2 Persons $44,500 Application or assistance available Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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