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Breakfast Rules: Don’t skip the most important meal of the day

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MEDICAL: Special Procedure Helps Spinal Fractures

Brian Lord / Publisher David Bryan Blondell /

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Is Bariatric Surgery Ideal for Older Adults?

Golf & Special Sections Director Jennifer Lord / Customer Relations Specialist

11 ELDER LAW: Holiday Visits with Seniors

Barry Lord / Sales Representative Anastassia Zikkos / Sales Representative

12 Bruxism (Teeth Grinding) Can Be Problematic

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Dear Friends, I am always espousing that we who are Living Well 60 Plus should take the adventures life offers to us. I am certainly not one of those who stress “do as I say, not as I do.” So in that spirit, I am happy to share that I am soon to embark on a grand new adventure. In addition to serving as editor of Living Well 60 Plus and its sister publication, Health & Wellness, I am also an

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ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). In August, I received and accepted a call to serve as pastor of First Christian Church in Ruidoso, New Mexico. So this month I will be moving from Lexington, trading the Bluegrass for the Land of Enchantment. I’m excited and nervous and happy and sad all at the same time. I am looking forward to learning about a new place and a new state and making new

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Breakfast Rules Don’t skip the most important meal of the day Breakfast, the first meal of the day, is also the most important meal of the day.

It helps provide an initial boost of energy.

Eating breakfast is associated with a reduced risk of becoming overweight or obese and a reduction in the body mass index of children and adolescents. As you age, breakfast becomes even more important for maintaining good health.

Let breakfast rule your life. Keep these strategies in mind as you get ready to start your day.

Rule 1:

Rule 2:

Have a nutrient-dense meal.

There is a difference between energy-dense and nutrient-dense meals. Energy-dense meals are mostly carbohydrate based. Nutrient-dense meals have micronutrients (vitamins and minerals), macronutrients (carbohydrates, protein and fats) and water. This will provide a variety of beneficial properties to your meal.

Rule 3:

Eat breakfast daily.

Remember your vegetables and protein when preparing breakfast.

Skipping breakfast can have a negative impact on the rest of your day. You won’t have the energy you need to get going and keep going if you forgo breakfast.

It is important to start your day by nourishing your body with foods from the staples (carbohydrates), protein and vegetable (dietary fiber) groups. Aim

to include a variety of items from the different food groups.

Rule 4:

Eat within an hour of waking.

This allows your body to change from a fasting to a fed state and reduces risks associated with prolonged fasting.

Here are some more benefits of eating breakfast: • helps you maintain a healthy weight; • provides energy; • provides essential nutrients such as dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals; and • improves alertness and mood.

Eating breakfast has been found to improve literacy and cognitive functioning, especially in schoolchildren.

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When you skip breakfast, you will feel tired, and that can affect your concentration. Your brain needs energy in the form of glucose. The best way to provide this energy is through nutritious foods such as whole-grain bread, wholegrain breakfast cereals and fruit or lowfat milk.

The aim is to start your day with a breakfast featuring foods that are low glycemic, nutrient dense and high in dietary fiber. Your meal should also

include protein. Some examples of healthy breakfast options include: • a bowl of whole-grain cereal with low-fat milk and sliced fresh fruit such as banana; • a smoothie made from fresh fruit and yogurt; • a whole-wheat muffin with low-fat cheese, baked beans or avocado; and • eggs on whole-grain toast with lettuce, tomato and onion.

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MEDICAL

Special Procedure Helps Spinal Fractures

by Medtronic

Having retired recently from her career as a pharmaceutical sales representative, Susan planned to spend the summer playing with family at the beach and the lake.

A debilitating back injury derailed her plans.

“I have a grandson – he’s 8 – and two others – they’re 3 and 9,” Susan said. “They call me Grandmama.

I keep them, too, and I wasn’t able to keep them and play and get out with them. There’s a lot of things I love to do, but that’s my passion.”

Susan, 64, suffers from severe osteoarthritis. She had taken a few falls lately, including one while moving furniture with her husband.

“I had had back pain before, but I’d never had this kind of back pain,” she said. “I could sneeze, and it would hurt really bad, so I knew it was something different. I asked my doctor, ‘What do you think is wrong? This is the worst pain I’ve ever had; I don’t know if I can stand this!’”

Susan’s doctor took an X-ray of her back and then ordered magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) that confirmed she had a compression fracture of her L4 vertebra. Susan went to see an orthopedic spine surgeon.

The surgeon noted Susan had had premature osteoporosis because she had taken prednisone for her osteoarthritis. Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by brittle bones that are prone to fracture,

particularly the wrists, hips and, in Susan’s case, the spine.

Susan’s treatment began in conservative fashion, with rest, pain medications and simple exercises.

But after six weeks without much improvement, Susan’s orthopedic surgeon recommended she undergo a minimally invasive surgical procedure called balloon kyphoplasty. Balloon kyphoplasty is a treatment for pathological fractures of the vertebral body due to osteoporosis, cancer or benign lesions.

Susan had the outpatient procedure, which typically takes an hour, on a Thursday. By Friday she was already feeling better. She also began visiting a specialist to manage her osteoporosis.

“I expected it to help, but I didn’t expect it to be like that. It was kind of like a miracle, it really was,” she said. “I had hurt so long.

When they say some people are pain free afterwards, it was hard for me to see how it could go away that quickly, but it did. It was a difference of night and day. And the thing is it was so simple and so easy. To me, it’s a no-brainer.”

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS What are the typical symptoms of a spinal fracture?

A spinal fracture may cause mild to severe back pain and can occur after simple daily activities such as sneezing or lifting a light object. You may have a vertebral

compression fracture if you: • have sudden onset of severe, sharp back pain that lasts longer than 3 days AND • are over 50 OR • have been told you have osteoporosis or low bone density.

What are the benefits of Kyphon™ Balloon Kyphoplasty (BKP)?

Compared to non-surgical treatment such as a back brace or oral medication, clinical studies have shown people with spinal fractures treated with BKP experienced several benefits1-4: • Less back pain.

• Better quality of life.

• Better mobility.

• Less time on bed rest and fewer days when pain interferes with daily activities.

• Satisfaction with the procedure.

What are the risks of balloon kyphoplasty?

Although the complication rate for Kyphon™ Balloon Kyphoplasty is low, as with most surgical procedures, serious adverse events, some of which can be fatal, can occur, including heart attack, cardiac arrest (heart stops beating), stroke and embolism (blood, fat or cement that migrates to the lungs or heart). Other risks include infection; leakage of bone cement into the muscle and tissue surrounding the spinal cord and nerve injury that can, in rare instances, cause paralysis; and

leakage of bone cement into the blood vessels, resulting in damage to the blood vessels, lungs and/or heart. Talk to your doctor about both benefits and risks of this procedure.

Learn more at spine-facts.com.

REFERENCES

1. Lau, E., Ong, K., Kurtz, S., et al. Mortality following the diagnosis of a vertebral compression fracture in the Medicare population.

J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2008 Jul;90(7):1479-1486. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.G.00675.

2. Wardlaw, D., Cummings, S.R., Van Meirhaeghe, J., et al.

Efficacy and safety of balloon kyphoplasty compared with non-surgical care for vertebral compression fracture (FREE): a randomised controlled trial.

Lancet. 2009;373(9668):10161024.

3. Boonen, S., Van Meirhaeghe, J., Bastian, L., et al. Balloon kyphoplasty for the treatment of acute vertebral compression fractures: 2-year results from a randomized trial. J Bone Miner Res. 2011;26(7):1627-1637.

4. Van Meirhaeghe, J., Bastian, L., Boonen, S., et al. A randomized trial of balloon kyphoplasty and nonsurgical management for treating acute vertebral compression fractures: vertebral body kyphosis correction and surgical parameters. Spine.

2013;38(12),971-983.

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Is Bariatric Surgery Ideal for Older Adults?

Americans are living longer than ever before, with a life expectancy approaching the mid to late 70s. The U.S. Census Bureau (2019) reports about 27 million Americans are living well into their 70s. And this population group, along with others, is showing increased rates of obesity.

by Dr. Tom Miller, Staff Writer

Americans are living longer than ever before, with a life expectancy approaching the mid to late 70s. The U.S. Census Bureau (2019) reports about 27 million Americans are living well into their 70s. And this population group, along with others, is showing increased rates of obesity.

Obesity has become one of the most significant health problems worldwide, affecting more than one-third of the global population. The elderly population is not immune to this proportional increase in obesity. Because of advances in health and wellness, more Americans are expected to live longer over the next decade. As we age, obesity has been identified as a serious concern in the elderly. With the number of obese older adults

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Researchers suggest bariatric surgery offers obese elderly patients an acceptable result and can be offered to improve the quality of life. on the rise, efforts to better manage this condition have led some to choose bariatric interventions.

Bariatrics refers to the branch of medicine that addresses the causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of obesity. It provides a range of interventions that include dieting, medication management and bariatric surgery. Clinical concerns for the aging population are controversial because of the limited number of established guidelines. It may also be true that the “obesity paradox” may play a role.

What is the obesity paradox? Initially established in the late 1990s, the obesity paradox is a hypothesis that says obesity and rates of high cholesterol may be somewhat protective and associated with greater survival rates in certain elderly individuals or those with certain chronic diseases.

At the forefront of managing obesity are well-established, evidence-based dietary guidelines, proven exercise routines and medication management.

When these frontline approaches are unable to manage obesity well, bariatric surgery may be considered as an alternative. Bariatric surgery uses a minimally invasive technique also referred to as laparoscopic surgery. The most common bariatric surgery procedures are gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, ad-

TRIED TESTED TRUE § Have you had a sudden onset of severe, sharp pain that lasted longer than three days? § Have you had a broken bone after age 50? § Have you been told you have osteoporosis or low bone density?

justable gastric band and biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch. Bariatric surgery has been the focus of several research studies for seniors interested in losing weight who have been unable to achieve their weight goals through diet, exercise and medication. Notable is a study that found age does not appear to significantly increase the risks associated with weight loss surgery (Susmallian, Raziel, Barnea, et al., 2019). These researchers suggest bariatric surgery offers obese elderly patients an acceptable result and can be offered to improve the quality of life for these patients. A new consensus conference panel is needed to set appropriate guidelines and recommendations regarding criteria for bariatric surgery in older adults.

There is consensus among some specialists that bariatric surgery offers an acceptable outcome to elderly patients since the higher complication rates in elderly patients are attributable to the comorbidities. It is always important to review such an intervention with your physician before making any decision because everyone has unique health-related conditions. Bariatric surgery may improve the health and quality of life of some obese elderly patients.

Anyone considering having bariatric surgery should realize such an intervention carries some long-term risks

for some patients. These include the dumping syndrome, a condition that can lead to symptoms such as dizziness, low blood sugar, malnutrition, hernia, ulcers, bowel obstruction, nausea and vomiting. While the conclusions of recently published research suggest elderly patients should not be denied bariatric surgical intervention only because of their age, they should be carefully counseled about the complexities and increased risks that may lead to less satisfactory outcomes.

Sources and Resources

Susmallian, S., Raziel, A., Barnea, R. and Paran, H. (2019) Bariatric surgery in older adults: Should there be an age limit? Medicine (Baltimore): Jan 98(3):e13824. doi: 10.1097/MD.0000000000013824.

PMID:30653091 About the Author

Thomas W. Miller, Ph.D., ABPP, is a Professor Emeritus and Senior Research Scientist, Center for Health, Intervention and Prevention, University of Connecticut and Professor, Department of Gerontology, College of Public Health, and Department of Psychiatry, College of Medicine, University of Kentucky.

If so, you could have a vertebral compression fracture (VCF) and not know it.

Talk to your doctor. Understand your options. Ask if balloon kyphoplasty (BKP) is right for you.

Medtronic pioneered BKP 20 years ago. Since then, we’ve treated more than 1.6 million VCFs1 worldwide.

And we’re not done yet.

Balloon kyphoplasty (BKP) is a minimally invasive treatment that can repair spinal fractures caused by osteoporosis (low bone density), cancer, or non-cancerous tumors. Although the complication rate for balloon kyphoplasty is low, as with most surgical procedures, serious adverse events, some of which can be fatal, can occur, including heart attack, cardiac arrest (heart stops beating), stroke, and embolism (blood, fat, or cement that migrates to the lungs or heart). Other risks include infection; leakage of bone cement into the muscle and tissue surrounding the spinal cord, and nerve injury that can, in rare instances, cause paralysis; leakage of bone cement into the blood vessels resulting in damage to the blood vessels, lungs, and/or heart.

1. Medtronic data on file. Business Insights and Analytics. October 2017.

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ELDER LAW

Holiday Visits with Seniors

by Bluegrass ElderLaw LLC

The holidays are a great time to enjoy visits with your loved ones. It’s also the perfect time to check in on your senior friends and relatives. Unfortunately, agerelated decline can happen quickly and many times seniors are skilled at concealing their problems. We encourage everyone to take the opportunity to pay close attention to physical health, mental health and their living situation.

Things to be on the lookout for include:

PHYSICAL HEALTH. Has there been any significant weight loss? This could be a sign of illness, dementia or depression.

It can also be a sign of energy loss if the senior does not have the energy to shop, cook, and clean up after meals. Are they having issues with balance or mobility?

Paying close attention to the way they move and walk may show signs of pain or neurological problems. This may make them a significant fall risk. Many seniors do not report falls to loved ones or medical professions out of fear they may be prompted to change their living situation or have to use an assisting device such as a cane or walker.

How much medication are they taking? Taking handfuls of pills may be a sign of a medical condition you were not aware of.

It may also be a sign the senior is not managing their medication correctly. Being aware of what they are prescribed and what medical professionals they see may be very important in the future.

MENTAL HEALTH.

previously familiar tasks are signs of cognitive decline.

Are they using poor judgment?

Look for late notices in the mail.

Listen to your senior answer phone calls. Do they respond to spam calls? Talk to them about the different scams in the news.

Poor judgment can be a sign of mental decline.

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is a great time to talk to your loved ones about the plans for their future. Ask about Powers of Attorney. If they have signed them, find out who has been appointed, where the papers are located and when was the last time they were updated. If your loved one does not have a power of attorney, or if it was signed more than two (2) years ago, it is time to have it reviewed by an Elder Law Attorney. The Power of Attorney is our greatest weapon in defending and protecting our seniors.

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Bruxism (Teeth Grinding) Can Be Problematic

Staff Report

According to the Mayo Clinic, bruxism is a condition in which someone unconsciously grinds, gnashes or clenches their teeth, either when they’re awake or, more generally, when they are asleep. People who clench or grind their teeth during sleep are more likely to have other sleep disorders, such as snoring or sleep apnea.

In some people, bruxism can be frequent and severe enough to lead to jaw disorders, headaches, damaged teeth and other problems. You may be unaware that you have sleep bruxism and only discover it when complications develop.

Symptoms of bruxism include teeth grinding or clenching; flattened, fractured, chipped or loose teeth; increased tooth pain or sensitivity; and tired or tight jaw muscles.

You may also have pain that feels like an earache. At its worse, bruxism may even cause your jaw to lock so that you are unable to open or close it completely. You may also find you grind your teeth when you’re concentrating deeply on a task or idea. Having an aggressive, competitive or hyperactive personality can increase your risk of bruxism. It can also be a side effect of some medications, such as antidepressants. Smoking tobacco, drinking caffeinated beverages or using recreational drugs may increase the

risk of bruxism. Also, sleep bruxism runs in families, so if a close relative has it, chances are you will, too.

Bruxism is sometimes associated with diseases such as Parkinson’s disease, dementia, epilepsy and ADHD. What causes bruxism? Medical personal don’t know exactly why it occurs. The hunch is that it involves physical, psychological and generic factors.

It is an unhealthy way to express and deal with stress, anger, anxiety, frustration and tension. Bruxism can also be caused by an abnormal bite or teeth that are missing or crooked.

Grinding tends to intensify after drinking alcohol, according to WebMd. You should

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be careful not to chew on pencils or pens, and even chewing gum can exacerbate the problem. If you find you’re clenching or grinding your teeth while awake, put the tip of your tongue between your teeth. This will help train your jaw muscles to relax.

Be sure to see your dentist if you are having any of the symptoms of bruxism. He or she may prescribe a mouth guard for you to wear at night to help you cut down on grinding your teeth. If the problem is very severe, the dentist may prescribe a muscle relaxant to take before bedtime.

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Help an Older Relative Enjoy the Holidays

By Lisa M. Petsche, Staff Writer Many people are filled with joyful anticipation and festive good cheer right now.

But some are apprehensive and may also experience heightened feelings of loneliness as Christmas approaches. This type of reaction is commonly referred to as the holiday blues. Older adults are particularly susceptible because they’re more likely to experience losses, such as a spouse or other companion, a long-time home, financial security, health and physical functioning and the independence associated with it.

As a result, they’re not able to celebrate the holidays the way they always have.

Feelings of grief may include frustration, anger, anxiety and guilt — emotions that sap energy and create stress. Fortunately, there are many things relatives and caregivers can do to help seniors in this situation experience enjoyment during the holiday season.

If you have a family member who is widowed or living with illness or disability, here are some ways to lift their spirits and lighten their load.

Addressing Stress

• Bake extra holiday treats to share with your relative.

• Offer to help decorate, wrap gifts, address greeting cards and take them to the post office or perform other holiday-related tasks.

• Take your relative out to the mall for gift shopping and lunch. Arrange accessible transportation if necessary.

• Let them know when you are heading to the grocery store or on other errands and ask what you can drop off or pick up for them.

• If they don’t drive, offer transportation so they can get to a hair appointment, do banking or attend a holiday event.

Giving Gifts

• Resist the urge to go overboard with gifting so your relative doesn’t feel the need to reciprocate. If you are part of a large extended family, suggest a new tradition of drawing names, giving family presents instead of individual gifts or buying only for the children.

• Ask, rather than guess, what kind of gifts your relative would prefer. Practical presents such as grocery store or pharmacy gift cards, toiletries, clothing, home safety equipment

and adaptive aids may be most appreciated.

• Consider, too, gifts of time and talent. Create a book of IOUs for home-cooked meals, baked goods, household chores or repairs, yard work, chauffeuring, running errands or teaching a skill such as using a computer or a smart phone.

• If your relative doesn’t need anything, give a charitable gift in their name. Knowing someone in need is being helped may give them some satisfaction.

Planning Ahead

• Be prepared to modify or forego traditions that aren’t practical for your relative, such as a late-night gathering or an event at their home. It may be time to start a new ritual; brainstorm ideas with other family members.

• Be sensitive to your relative’s healthcare needs when considering the time period for a family event. Before deciding on a venue, determine their environmental needs, addressing accessibility and safety issues.

• When you extend an invitation, do so with the understanding that your relative may back out if they don’t feel up to the occasion.

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Take your relative out to the mall for gift shopping and lunch. Arrange accessible transportation if necessary.

Encourage them to take things one day at a time and to ensure plenty of time for self-care.

Staying Connected

Here are some ideas for spending quality time together and creating lasting memories: • Invite your relative over for a baking or tree-decorating party or to watch a favorite holiday movie.

• Invite them to your children’s or grandchildren’s school Christmas pageant or holiday recital and provide transportation.

• Take them out to a concert or theater production. Or go on a holiday light tour, followed by dessert at a restaurant.

• Invite them to share recipes for special dishes or sweets. Offer to coordinate a cooking or baking demonstration. Even if they’re not physically able to participate, they can still provide instruction and supervision.

• If applicable, ask your relative to join your family in attending a worship service. Invite them to sleep over so they can be part of the Christmas morning excitement in your household.

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techniques, meditation and

Way #4103 Lexington, KY. Free

wellness tips for all ages and

gift from the office to those who

levels of physical condition.

attend the class!

Classes may include chair yoga,

4th Monday

restorative, yin yoga, tai chi, and more. Perfect for beginners

DECEMBER Fri

gentle yoga, breathing

as well as experienced yogis!

Donations-based class.

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MELT Method Hand, Foot and Body Healing Class by Shayne Wigglesworth.

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Sundays

Yoga Health & Therapy Center Classes

Mon, Wed, Fri

Our Yoga Classes feature slow

Free Activities for Seniors at the Charles Young Center

stretch with gentle breathing,

Senior Programs Open MWF

and relaxation techniques.

from 9-1pm, free activities for

Class size is small, to provide

seniors including, Bodies in

careful instruction. Yoga classes

Balance (Fall prevention/fitness

are offered Mon through Thurs

classes), Line Dancing, Indoor

(daytime and evening), and Sat

Pickleball, Technology 101 and

mornings. Our Meditation Starter

other social, educational and

Course teaches simple ways

recreational activities.

to focus and quiet the mind;

Contact Katherine at 859-246-

5-week sessions are offered on

0281 or kdailey@lexingtonky.gov

Sundays at 5:30 pm. A nonprofit organization operating since 1981, The Yoga Health &

free living at any age! Enjoy a gentle foam roller class to reduce pain, inflammation, stress, anxiety and more! MELT Method certified instructor Shayne Wigglesworth will teach you healing techniques you can use for self care at home.

All materials and rollers are provided. Perfect for all ages, body types and experience levels. Learn more – call or go online: www.centeredlex.com 859-721-1841.

Weekly

Free Class: ‘How to Stay Young’ Triple Crown Chiropractic and Wellness offers a free class

Tuesdays

twice a week explaining how to keep your body young through

W. 2nd St. Free private parking

Community Yoga Class with Lauren Higdon

is provided for most classes. For

Every Tuesday 10:30am–

who attends the class. To

more information on fees and

11:30am at Centered Studio,

register for the class, please

scheduled dates and times, call

309 N. Ashland Ave. Suite

call 859-335-0419. Questions

us at 859-254-9529, or email us

180 in Lexington. This weekly

to pr.triplecrownchiro@gmail.

at info@yogahealthcenter.org

restorative class integrates

com. Triple Crown Chiropractic

Therapy Center is located at 322

chiropractic care. Free spinal screening available for anyone

Lexington Area Parkinson’s Support Group Free daytime and evening discussion groups for people with PD and their care partners.

Daytime meetings held the 4th Monday of each month at noon. Evening meetings held on 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:00 pm. Both group meetings held at Crestwood Christian Church, 1882 Bellefonte Drive, Lexington, KY. For more details contact Elaine at 859-277-1040 or by email info@parkinsonslexington. com. Please visit www. parkinsonslexington.com for details and other free events held by LAPSG.

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Lupus Support Group Living & Coping with Lupus: meets 1st Tuesday of every month at Imani Baptist Church, 1555 Georgetown Road, Lexington from 7:00pm–8:30pm.

The Lupus Foundation of America support groups are intended to provide a warm and caring environment where people with lupus, their family members, caregivers and loved ones can share experiences, methods of coping and insights into living with chronic illness. www. lupusmidsouth.org.

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epic “Old City Bar,” both of which

your leisure by ‘candlelight.’

have not been performed live in

Docents will be in each room to

recent years. The rock opera also

answer questions. This is a great

Enjoy work from local artisans,

features such TSO classics as

family outing opportunity! Stay

Relax the body, quiet the mind,

and shop local, at the Craft

“Christmas Eve/Sarajevo 12/24,”

as long or as short of a time as

open the heart. Arrive 6:00-6:30

and Vendor Show. Free entry

“O’ Come All Ye Faithful,” “Good

you like. The crowds are busiest

and deeply relax, instruction

– open to the public. Legacy

King Joy,” “Promises To Keep,”

when we first open the doors at

6:30-8:00 PM. No prior

Reserve, 2700 Man O’ War Blvd,

and “This Christmas Day.” The

5:30 after the Illumination, so if

experience of yoga or meditation

Lexington. 10am–3pm November tour will enjoy a new second 16th. set containing some of TSO’s

Mindfulness and Relaxation for Health

required. Mobilize your inner

Craft and Vendor Show

resources for promoting health and managing the stress of caregiving, burnout and chronic

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disease. Cultivate your innate

Craft and Vendor Show

happiness, peacefulness and

Enjoy work from local artisans,

compassion. Study and practice

and shop local, at the Craft and

in a supportive group. Gentle

Vendor Show. Free entry – open

mindful movement, deep

to the public. The Lafayette,

relaxation, sitting meditation and

690 Mason Headley, Lexington.

discussion. Instructor: John A.

10am–3pm November 23rd.

Patterson MD, MSPH, FAAFP, Cost $10. Mind Body Studio 517 Southland Drive, Lexington, KY 859-373-0033. Full details at http://www.mindbodystudio. org/?page_id=1055.

Fridays

Argentine tango “Dance of the Heart” Passionate and RomanticMindful and Meditative. A uniquely transformative social skill, art form and movement therapy. No partner or dance

December 5 Lighting of the Trace

Embrace the holiday season in all its magnificence as Buffalo Trace illuminates the colorful, festive displays at the Distillery.

Featuring the Kentucky State University Choir and a visit from Santa. Candlelight Tour at 5:30 p.m., Carols and Holiday Stories, at 6:00 p.m., and Santa arrives at 6:30 p.m. All activities are complimentary. No pets allowed, aside from service animals.

experience required. Every Friday 7:30-9:00 PM. You my drop-in to any class- this is

December 5

you’re looking for a less crowded experience, we suggest coming

greatest hits and fan-pleasers

at 6:00 or 6:15. Last guests are

including “Christmas Canon,”

admitted at 7:00. Tickets: $18

“Wizards In Winter” and many

adults/$10 students (age 5 and

more. Ticketmaster.com for

under are free!) **If you are a

tickets and information.

Member of Ashland you receive a discounted price of $15 for

December 7

adults and $7 for students.

For 14 years, the Reindeer

December 7

YMCA Reindeer Ramble Ramble has been helping

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underserved kids go to summer

Craft and Vendor Show

camp that otherwise wouldn’t

Enjoy work from local artisans,

be able to attend. Every summer

and shop local, at the Craft and

we help hundreds of youth in our

Vendor Show. Free entry – open

community go on adventures

to the public. Hartland Hills, 1005

where they can explore new

Tanbark, Lexington. 10am–3pm

talents and interests. We help

December 7th.

kids flourish by surrounding each child with support and guidance and fantastic opportunities

December 14

to discover and learn. We

Craft and Vendor Show

encourage you to wear your

Enjoy work from local artisans,

favorite holiday sweater, Santa

and shop local, at the Craft

suit or “holiday festive” attire and

and Vendor Show. Free entry

get into the spirit of this holiday

– open to the public. Rabbit Run

fun run/walk - GET CREATIVE!

Clubhouse, 1920 Fort Harrods

You may register as an individual

Drive, Lexington. 10am–4pm

runner/walker or with a group as

December 14th.

Mind Body Studio 517 Southland

Trans-Siberian Orchestra presents The All-New Christmas Eve and Other Stories

Drive, Lexington, KY 859-373-

The multi-platinum, critically-

or ribbon throughout the entire

Dicken’s, “A Christmas Carol” at Waveland

0033. Full details at http://www.

acclaimed progressive

race. Visit https://runsignup.

Relive Christmas of the past with

mindbodystudio.org/?page_

rock group Trans-Siberian

com/Race/KY/Lexington/

scenes from the Dickens’ classic,

id=214.

Orchestra is bringing its highly-

ReindeerRamble5K for details.

“A Christmas Carol” at Waveland

not a series. Cost $10/person.

Instructors: Dr. John Patterson and Nataliya Timoshevskaya.

a Santapede team. Teams can range from 3 -10 participants.

There’s one hitch—you have to be linked together with a garland

anticipated Winter Tour 2019

November 16

Holiday Arts & Craft Show

back to Lexington! Rupp Arena 7:30pm. Returning with all-

December 21

State Historic Site. Since this

December 7

Christmas classic was written in 1843, it only seems fitting to

new staging and effects is the

Open from 9am–3pm at New

Candlelight Tour

unforgettable show that started

Enjoy Ashland’s 2019 Candlelight

in a historic home that was built

Life Community, 3353 Clays Mill

it all, “Christmas Eve and Other

Tour theme of Christmas Lights

in the same time period. Follow

Road, Lexington, KY 40503.

Stories,” based on the triple-

and Inaugural Balls! Each room

from room–to-room as the drama

Free entry! Come shop for home

platinum album of the same

will be decorated in a red, white,

plays out right in front of you. A

made crafts, Christmas gifts

name and follows a story by

and silver color theme and

magical Christmas experience!

and home made baked goods.

TSO’s late founder/composer/

inaugural gowns from Kentucky’s

parks.ky.gov/calendar for

Silent auction. Concession stand

lyricist Paul O’Neill. The album

First Ladies and one Governor,

details. Pre-paid reservations are

available for lunch items. For

and tour feature such fan-

Martha Lane Collins, will be on

required. Reservations will begin

more information, visit http://

favorites as “Ornament” and the

display. Explore the house at

Oct 1st.Call: 859-272-3611.

newlifelexington.org.

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Living Well 60+ is striving to make your search for local senior services a bit easier. We know there are many companies available to assist seniors in central Kentucky – so many that beginning a search to fit your need can seem like a daunting task.

Skilled Nursing Facilities, Personal Care Homes, Long-Term Care Senior Independent Living & Retirement Housing Real Estate / Rent- Subsidized Housing For Independent Living Moving, Estate Sales, Downsizing Services

That’s why our directory features a collection of local companies and organizations who have a solid track record of providing exceptional assistance. We hope it becomes a useful starting point in your search for quality senior services.

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HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS & HOSPITALS

DISABILITY & REHABILITATION YMCA of Central Kentucky

1221 S. Broadway Lexington, KY 40504 859-258-4000

239 E. High St. Lexington, KY 40502 859-254-9622 ymcaofcentralky.org

IN HOME CARE (NON-MEDICAL)

Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Winchester Center

Lexington Clinic

Accessible Home Care 366 Waller Ave. Ste. 112 Lexington, KY 40504 859-313-5167 www.accessiblebluegrass.com

Alliance Medical & Home Care 3716 Willow Ridge Road Lexington, KY 40514 859-296-9525 www.alliancelexington.com

Assisting Hands 1795 Alysheba Way, Ste. 7105 Lexington, KY 40509 859-264-0646 www.assistinghands.com/lexington

Senior Helpers of the Bluegrass 3070 Harrodsburg Rd. Ste. 240 Lexington, KY 40503 859-296-2525 www.seniorhelpers.com/lexington

Seniors Helping Seniors Where seniors who want to help are matched w/ seniors looking for help

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IN HOME MEDICAL CARE Medi-Calls 1055 Wellington Way #215 Lexington, KY 40513 859-422-4369

Saint Joseph Home Health 2464 Fortune Dr. Ste. 110 Lexington, KY 40509 859-277-5111 www.saintjosephanchomecare.com

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160 Pedro Way 859-745-2152 www.drayerpt.com

Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Richmond Center 1054 Center Drive, Ste. 1 859-625-0600 www.drayerpt.com

Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Lexington Perimeter Center

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SENIOR INDEPENDENT LIVING & RETIREMENT HOUSING Mayfair Village 3310 Tates Creek Rd. Lexington, KY 40502 859-266-2129 www.mayfairseniors.com

Windsor Gardens of Georgetown Assisted Living 100 Windsor Path Georgetown, KY 40324 502-570-0540 marsha@goodworksunlimited.com

Rose Mary C. Brooks Place 200 Rose Mary Dr. Winchester, KY 40391 859-745-4904 www.brooksplace.org

The Lafayette

600 Perimeter Drive, Ste. 175 859-268-1201 www.drayerpt.com

690 Mason Headley Rd. 859-278-9080 www.lafayettelexington.com

Drayer Physical Therapy Institute: Lexington Beaumont Center

Ashland Terrace

1010 Monarch Street, Ste. 150 859-219-0211 www.drayerpt.com

FINANCES & ESTATE PLANNING, TRUSTS/WILLS, REVERSE MORTGAGE Attorney Walter C. Cox, Jr & Assoc. LLC 2333 Alexandria Dr. 859-514-6033 www.waltercoxlaw.com info@waltercoxlaw.com

LEGAL SERVICES Bluegrass Elder Law 120 North Mill Street, Ste 300 859-281-0048 www.bgelderlaw.com

475 S. Ashland Ave. Lexington, KY 40502 859-266-2581 www.ashlandterrace.org

Hometown Manor Assisted Living Community Georgetown, Lawrenceburg, Shelbyville 859-229-5914 www.hometownmanor.com

St Andrews Retirement Community 300 Stocker Dr. 859-625-1400 www.standrewsplace.org

Hometown Manor Assisted Living Communities 2141 Executive Drive, Lexington (859) 317-8439 www.hometownmanor.com

HOME REPAIR & MAINTENANCE Mountain Waterfalls Award-Winning Water Features 859-684-0642 www.mountainwaterfalls.net

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Your Family, Your Health, Our Passion Family Practice Associates of Lexington, P.S.C. Proudly serving Kentucky for 35 years.

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SERVICE DIRECTORY, CONTINUED FROM PAGE 19 Morning Pointe Senior Living Residences 233 Ruccio Way, Lexington, KY 40503 859-554-0060 Lexington East Facility 150 Shoreside Dr., Lexington 859-721-0350 The Lantern (Alzheimer’s Care) 225 Ruccio Way, Lexington 40503 859-309-4867 www.morningpointe.com

Liberty Ridge Senior Living Community 701 Liberty Ridge Lane 859-543-9449 www.libertyridge.com

Senior Helpers of the Bluegrass 3070 Harrodsburg Rd., Ste. 240 Lexington, KY 40503 859-296-2525 seniorhelpers.com/lexington

MOVING, ESTATE SALES, DOWNSIZING SERVICES 1411 Delaware Ave. 859-543-9848 www.CTLex.net

Lexington Life Services 859-797-8157 lexingtonlifeservices.com

Hall’s Moving Service, Inc. SENIORS SAVE 5% 258 E. 2nd Street, Lexington 859-231-0428

Yoga Health & Therapy Center 322 West Second St. Lexington, KY 40507 859-254-9529 www.yogahealthcenter.org

Turf Town Properties, Inc.

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1349 Centre Parkway Lexington, KY 40517 859-272-3421 glickco.com

1301 Winchester Rd. #17 Lexington, KY 40505 859-539-5863 www.wellfedmeals.com

Kentucky Health Solutions 2365 Harrodsburg Road Suite B235 Lexington, KY 40504 Direct: 859-312-9646 Office: 859-309-5033 kyhealthsolutions.com

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If you are interested in becoming a service provider we would like to hear from you too. ©2018 Seniors Helping Seniors. Each office is independently owned and operated. All trademarks are registered trademarks of Corporate Mutual Resource Inc. Not all services are available in all areas.

TRANSPORTATION, PERSONAL SHOPPING, ERRANDS Superior Van & Mobility 4734 Rockford Plaza Louisville, KY 40216 1-800-458-8267 www.superiorvan.com

Let Us Do That, LLC 859-219-9207 www.LetUsDoThat.com info@LetUsDoThat.com

Alliance Medical & Home Care 3716 Willow Ridge Road Lexington, KY 40514 859-296-9525 www.alliancelexington.com

ENTERTAINMENT Radio Eye

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3. Gardening

Spending time outdoors as long as the weather is good provides an opportunity for fresh air and sunshine. You may want to grow flowers or vegetables. A flower garden will allow you to keep fresh flowers inside and outside for your enjoyment.

You can surprise friends and family on special occasions with original bouquets. A vegetable garden will supply you with the best veggies for your own meals and bring tasty treats to any meal. You may also enjoy teaching your friends and loved ones some unique tips for helping plants grow better or produce a larger crop.

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4. Active Games and Sports

8 Fun Activities for Spending Time with Your Parents

by Lura Justice, Broker Associate, ABR, CRS, e-Pro, SRES, Rector Hayden Realtors®

After spending a lifetime working and providing for others, retirement provides the opportunity to spend time doing things that are enjoyable and fun. These activities may also be helpful in keeping joy and purpose in your parents’ lives while maintaining their mental and physical abilities. The possibilities for activities and fun are endless, so you may want to start with your personal interests, such as hobbies and volunteering. Here are additional suggestions to consider for having more fun: 1. Board Games and Cards

Whether you play games you’ve played for years or explore new ones, this has the potential to provide hours of fun for family members of all ages. Invite your children, grandchildren and friends to join in and also create a friendly competition and sense of pride. The special fun memories will always be with you. Traditional games also provide the opportunity to improve mental sharpness along with eye-hand coordination. Here is a list of games our clients and friends named as favorites:

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Uno Scrabble Pictionary Yahtzee Bingo Checkers Chinese checkers Dominoes

• • • • • • • •

Monopoly Backgammon Cribbage Go Fish Bridge Canasta Rummy Crazy Eights

2. Crafts

Remember the crafts you enjoyed as a child? You’re never to old to be artistic or have fun expressing your creativity with paints, colored pencils, popsicle sticks and construction paper. It’s wonderful to create something new that you can display or give as a gift to a loved one or friend. Let your imagination come alive by starting with something easy such as an intriguing collage or watercolor. You can create a unique note card or work of art to share with someone special. Enjoy some of these activities: • Watercolor painting • Paper crafting • Finger painting • Beading • Oil or acrylic painting • Knitting • Sketching / Pastels • Crocheting • Card making • Embroidery • Jewelry making • Quilt making • Wood crafting • Ceramics

There are many games and sports for seniors that provide enjoyment and physical activity. Games and sports provide a little competition and an opportunity to achieve personal goals. There are several sports to consider for your parents’ participation. Get started with some of these sports: • Tennis • Corn hole • Badminton • Golf • Pickle ball • Miniature golf • Croquet • Croquet • Bowling • Horseshoes 5. Parties

Socializing is an easy way to have fun because often you are engaging in celebrations with people you know and love.

It feels good to plan an event. Whether you are enjoying something different or reliving a favorite memory, you get to remember important events and take time to celebrate life. You may want to use these themes to plan future events and parties: • Monthly birthday celebrations • Ugly sweaters night • Mardi Gras • Hawaiian luau • Murder mystery • Formal tea • Trivia night • Secret Santa • Music themes • Super Bowl • Masquerade ball 6. Quick Excursions

A quick visit to a local attraction may provide the “re-set” you need to change your mood and get out of a mundane routine. It’s exciting to explore something new or revisit some of your favorite places. The experience may include a few hours at the arboretum or local craft fair or an overnight excursion to a local distillery. Whatever you like to do for fun, take time to include family and friends to

The possibilities for activities and fun are endless!

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enjoy the local sites and venues for more fantastic memories.

Don’t be afraid to explore what our area has to offer. Take time to enjoy these places and events our clients suggested: • Wineries • Tea shops and boutiques • Craft fairs • Comedy clubs • Museums • Dinner theatre • Concerts • Sporting events • Plays • Art shows 7. Spending Time Together

Often our parents would like to just simply spend time with us. They always have a story to tell that leads to another story or an event from their past. The opportunity to be present and to listen is really all they want from us. The time

we spend with family not only provides more memories but also gives us more information about our parents. Consider these activities for spending time reminiscing and recording memories: • Written recording of stories • Video record of special memories • Organize family photos • List family antiques • Identify special gifts they have received • Label heirlooms • Mark items for charitable giving • Storytelling contest 8. Dancing

Dancing is a fantastic way to have fun and improve your health. We have worked with many seniors who enjoy dancing and the health benefits associated with it. Dancing

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increases muscular strength, endurance and motor fitness.

It may also increase aerobic fitness as well as improving muscle tone. Learning new dances may help you laugh at yourself as you attempt to learn something new. Be adventurous and have fun by trying these different dances and performing activities: • Ballroom dancing • Salsa dancing • Line dancing • Karaoke • Acting in a play • Writing and acting out skits • Starting a seniors’ dance group Make Fun a Priority

There are so many opportunities to share enjoyable activities with your parents. Be intentional and take time to have some fun. Whether

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you spend an afternoon listening to stories, creating a holiday card or taking a quick trip to a local festival, the fun will provide memories for years to come. Enjoy your time with your parents, no matter which activities you choose.

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Looking for the best pet care options for the health and wellness of your 4-Legged friends? Then welcome to our new “Pet Health” Section, where we will bring you the finest businesses in Central Kentucky that will tend to the care and well-being of our furry loved ones. In this issue we feature “Uptown Hounds,” an upscale pet resort in downtown Lexington that will pamper your pooch in the way he or she deserves, as well as all the good things that are happening at the Lexington Humane Society.

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AT THE LEXINGTON HUMANE SOCIETY

hen looking for a new pet for you or your family, opt to adopt one of the thousands of homeless pets the Lexington Humane Society (LHS) cares for every year. LHS prides themselves on promoting adoption as the best option when searching for a new pet! By adopting, you not only get a new best friend and devoted lifelong companion, but you help LHS save even more lives. LHS has hundreds of dogs, cats, barn cats, bunnies, reptiles, other small animals—and sometimes even pigs, horses, and chickens—all waiting to be adopted into loving homes every single day.

Their assortment of animals changes daily,

so having an idea of the age, size, breed, and characteristics you are looking for can be helpful in your search. Looking for something specific? Check out their First Contact program and Resource Center to do some pre-adoption research. Visit the two LHS adoption locations at 1600 Old Frankfort Pike and inside PetSmart in Hamburg, and look at the adoptable pets posted on the LHS website at AdoptLove.net.

The cost of care per LHS animal is around $250; the value of the services each animal is provided pre-adoption is approximately $415!

An LHS animal available for adoption comes with the following: spay/neuter, microchip, up-

to-date on vaccinations (including rabies and K9 influenza vaccine), mild de-worming, heartworm prevention and flea control, feline leukemia test, heartworm test, complimentary veterinary wellness exam, complimentary bath and brush, optional 30-day pet insurance from PetFirst and a best friend for life!

Adopting a pet is a life-long commitment and LHS wants to make sure you are selecting the right pet for your family, your lifestyle, and your budget. If you have any questions about finding the right pet, an LHS adoption specialist will be there to help!

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HOLIDAY FUN

AWAITS AT UPTOWN HOUNDS

By David Bryan Blondell, Special Sections Dir.

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elieve it or not, the Holiday season is upon us — and when it comes to family travel to see your “2-legged” loved ones, there’s no better place for your “4-legged” canine loved ones to stay than Uptown Hounds.

As Santa would agree, nothing in this world is better than the love you give and receive from your pets. And let’s face it — they deserve the best care you can provide during the Thanksgiving or Christmas holidays when it come to a place to board them during the day or for an extended period of time.

America’s Uptown Hounds Luxury Resorts is such a place: it was created as an all-inclusive, high quality, high-energy environment where your dogs can play, primp, relax and stay.

Conveniently located in downtown Lexington near office buildings, the University of Kentucky campus, and all of the downtown hospitals and healthcare facilities, Uptown

Hounds’ guests — pets AND their owners — have a multitude of luxurious amenities to enjoy.

Uptown Hounds features large, plush hotel suites for short & long-term boarding, private daycare rooms, a top-notch grooming facility & spa, a boutique with the finest of toys, treats, food and pet-related merchandise, and of course extremely large air-conditioned/heated indoor and manicured outdoor play areas that provide your pooch the most fun and friendly environment possible. (An oversized doggie-only pool is available seasonally, open May 1 — Nov. 1.)

Moreover, the beautiful marble floors & walls and the upscale fixtures that are part of the facility’s luxurious decor simply reflect the upscale treatment that your 4-legged member of royalty deserves!

Upon arrival, Concierge Services can help you create a custom long-term boarding or daycare stay for your dog; at check-in you can arrange fetch, belly rubs, gourmet treats and toys from their Boutique, email postcards or

Salon & Spa services — which can further pamper your pooch with toenail polish, toothbrushing and hair coloring. (Professional photographic and custom Fine Art services of your pets are also available upon request — makes a great holiday gift!)

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The Daycare Services at Uptown Hounds are considered second-tonone, with newly-expanded hours of 6:30 am to 7:30 pm (Monday thru Friday) to make it more convenient for working owners. Once there, the friendly Pet Services Staff make sure your dog is well-cared for and is having a happy, fun stay with up to 3 play-time sessions with its newfound friends (grouped by weight and activity level). Individual playtime and extra attention is also offered, as is supervised usage of the popular 30’ x 50’ outdoor pool during its seasonal operation.

During the upcoming Holidays, Uptown Hounds’ themes will be “Thankful” in November and “Joyful” in December — and will impart these sentiments upon their 2-legged clients and 4-legged guests alike, as Uptown Hounds recognizes that the proper, professional care of your pets is among the most important considerations you have. For anyone wanting to give as much love and special treatment to your dogs as they give you during this Holiday season, please give America’s Uptown Hounds Luxury Resorts a try.

You are welcome to visit their website at www.UptownHounds.com or call their Guest Services at (859) 255-2275; Uptown Hounds is conveniently located just off of South Broadway at 466 Angliana Avenue, just a 1/2-mile from downtown and a block from The Red Mile. They invite you to a quick tour of the facility, and look forward to welcoming you and your dog as a part of the Uptown Hounds family… Happy Holidays!

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NOVEMBER I LOVE THE K-90s A Celebration of the 80s & 90s! At The Campbell House from 5pm-12am. Join LHS as we pump up the jam and celebrate another successful year at the newly renovated Campbell House. Kick back with animal lovers while enjoying the silent auction, dinner, a totally bangin' throwback to the 80s and 90s, and the new, southern feel of The Campbell House. Finally...a reason to wear those whitewashed jeans and high top sneakers you've kept for all these years. Be there or be square cause this party is sure to be too legit!

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NOVEMBER HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE Visit the Lexington Humane Society main adoption center to find everything you need for you, your pets and those who love animals this holiday season. All proceeds benefit the LHS animals! 1600 Old Frankfort Pike (during business hours).

FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT THESE EVENTS, PLEASE CALL THE LEXINGTON HUMANE SOCIETY: 859.233.0044.

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5 Ideas for

Making Thanksgiving Easier Thanksgiving is a wonderful time when families get together to laugh, share, reminisce – and eat. But sometimes all the planning, preparing and cooking can feel overwhelming. Don’t stress out about creating a picture-perfect holiday meal straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting. Remember what the day is truly about – giving thanks for all your blessings. Here are five tips to help you take some of the hassle and stress out of Turkey Day.

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Idea 1: Make some dishes ahead of time.

Stuffing, casseroles, salads, cold sides such as cranberry sauce and desserts can be prepared and refrigerated up to a week in advance of the big day.

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Idea 2: Delegate, delegate, delegate.

Assign different dishes to different members of the family, be it vegetables or desserts or bread.

• eye alignment, • reading difficulties, • school performance, • athletic performance, • balance, and • headaches

Idea 3: Prepackaged items can be a big help.

Don’t get hung up on making every single dish from scratch.

Buying already prepared side items or entrees will give you more time to spend with your friends and family.

Idea 4: Plan your menu.

In early November, start making your menu, listing everything you will need and gathering your recipes. Shop a week ahead of the big day.

Idea 5: Keep it simple.

Why not try serving a turkey breast and only a couple of side dishes that you know everyone will enjoy? You won’t be stuck in the kitchen while everyone else is enjoying one another’s company. Simple is good.

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Do You Need a Safety Deposit Box?

By Staff Writers Where do you keep your important papers – your will, your power of attorney, advance medical directives?

In a shoebox under your bed? Perhaps you should consider renting a safety deposit box.

Banks offer safety deposit boxes for customers who want to safeguard personal documents such as birth certificates, stock and bond certificates, insurance policies, marriage certificates, heirlooms and other irreplaceable items. The boxes are kept in vaults at the bank. They come in various sizes and can be rented for an annual fee, usually $1 per square inch. Each box has a double lock that requires two keys to open. Most customers have access to their safety deposit boxes at any time during banking hours.

A safety deposit box is a better option than keeping valuables at home.

Even if you have a safe in your house, it can still be broken into. A safety deposit box is always under surveillance and difficult to break into. However, the items in your box are not insured by the bank. If you want insurance on

them, you have to buy it yourself. You can add a rider to your home insurance policy.

What should you place in your safety deposit box? Anything that would be difficult or impossible to replace is worth putting in it. The items should be things you wouldn’t need immediately, such as your passport in the event you have to travel out of the country for an emergency. Some things that would be better off in a safety deposit box include jewelry, personal papers or rare collectibles.

Your lease agreement will stipulate what items are not allowed in the safety deposit box. There may also be a limit to the amount of items you can keep in it.

Who should have access to your safety deposit box? Think carefully about who you want to give the rights to your contents. It should be someone you trust. If you have a designated power of attorney who is handing your financial affairs, it is a good idea to let him or her have access to your safety deposit box in case you suddenly fall ill or become incapacitated.

What happens when you die? The

safety deposit box will be sealed (if you rented it alone), and usually after your estate is settled your designated executor would get access to it. To open a sealed safe deposit box, estate representatives must provide court papers to the bank.

Here are some more tips for making the most of your safety deposit box: • Keep an inventory of everything you place in your safety deposit box, revising it when you add or remove something. Take photos of the items in the box.

• Make sure your family or heirs know where the box is, and where to find the inventory and key.

• Although a safety deposit bank is generally secure and resistant to fire, flood, earthquakes, hurricanes and other hazardous conditions, it is a good idea to put your valuables in a waterproof container (such as a Tupperware bowl) for added protection.

Sources

• Bankrate (www.bankrate.com) • Fun Times Guide (www.funtimesguide.com)

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Cultural Lessons for

Respecting Our Elderly

by Dr. Tom Miller, Staff Writer

Respect represents admiration for someone, demonstrated by a recognition of their skills, abilities, human qualities and achievements in life. Receiving respect from others is earned over a lifetime, and being respected by others teaches us to share these character traits toward others.

Contemporary Western influences in our current society are witnessing some changing values. These include respect for a stronger relationship with family elders and what they have given over their lifetime to the family.

The early inhabitants of this country, the Native Americans, showed great respect for the land, wildlife and the elders of their tribes and nations. There are over 500 Native American nations, and each has its own traditions and attitudes toward aging and elders. In many tribal communities, elders are respected for their wisdom and life experiences. Within Native American families, it’s common for the elders to pass down their learning and lore to younger members of the tribe.

Historically, respect for elders can be traced to ancient Greece and Rome. The Romans had faith in the wisdom of older

persons. The elderly were expected to act with moderation and dignity at all times.

They had to be an example to the youth, because the Romans thought young people learned by example. This was ingrained in Roman society. The Western cultural stigma around aging doesn’t exist in Greece. In Greek and Greek-American culture, old age is honored and celebrated, and respect for elders is central to the family unit.

Asian culture also stresses respect and gratitude toward the elders in their society.

Traditional Chinese families view filial piety and respect for one’s elders as the highest virtue, deriving from the Confucian tradition. While Western influence has somewhat lessened the strength of these values in some communities, adult children of Chinese immigrants are still generally expected to care for and show respect for their parents in their aging years.

Like most Asian cultures, elders in Thailand are demonstrably respected by their family members. This occurs in every aspect of their lives, from communications to eating meals together to living arrangements. When Thais get married, a large percentage of them will still live with one of the couple’s parents up to and even after they have children of their own. For a Thai,

who is close to their family, it seems alien to think about living away from them.

Thai culture is heavily influenced by Buddhism, ancestral beliefs and spirits. In Thailand, the Wai is a customary greeting.

It is traditionally given by a younger person to an elder. The younger person puts their hands together with a slight bow of the head before the elder. One of the reasons a Thai might ask your age when you first meet is to figure out if you are older so they know whether to initiate the wai greeting. You should not wai to someone younger; Thais believe it can reduce that person’s lifespan. Even if one mistakenly offers wai to someone younger, an apology is expected. The wai can also be used for saying goodbye, apologizing or thanking someone.

The culture and traditions of India find the elderly are influenced by religious beliefs and are recognized as models of charitable acts and behaviors within the family unit. Disrespecting the elders of the family or sending them to a retirement home carries with it a social stigma in India. People often choose to live in joint family units, with the elders acting as the head of the household. The elders are supported by the younger members of the family and they in

turn play a key role in raising their grandchildren.

The Japanese government supports a culture that adheres to dignity and respect for elders in this country. Respect for the Aged Day in Japan is celebrated on the third Monday of September to honor elderly citizens. On this day, people express their respect to and gratitude for the contributions of elders to Japanese society and celebrate their longevity. Since 1963, a commemorative silver sake cup has been give to Japanese citizens who reach the age of 100 years. More than 30,000 Japanese elders received a commemorative sake cup.

In America, there is evidence of respect for elders. Yet it also appears youth is valued and esteemed over senior citizen status. Ageing in America is embedded in social, political, psychological, economic and biochemical processes that leads to some forms of prejudice and bias against the elder population. The aging process is clearly shaped by multiple social-psychological factors. A common thread is that the elderly age within a social network

of peers, partners, family members, and friends within their community There is within the younger generation a craving for the attention, affirmation and wisdom elderly Americans bring to their family. Yet there are segments of that younger generation that fail to see the wisdom in seniors. There remains some apprehension in trusting the wisdom of older people in our country. It may be that the rapid advances in science and technology have compromised the traditional wisdom and respect of centuries of culture and tradition. There is merit in taking a closer look at what so many senior Americans have brought to today’s younger generation, warranting the respect they so much deserve.

Sources and Resources

Georgantzi, N. (2018). The European Union’s approach towards ageism. Contemporary perspectives on ageism: Vol. 19.

International perspectives on aging (pp.

341–368). Berlin: Springer Publishers.

“Respect your elders around you because they are born and have walked the path before you … you could ever imagine that you are going to be old too … respect is a highly positive emotion.”

—Brijesh Singh

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