Capital District Senior Spotlight June 2018

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Senior A Spotlight News publication in cooperation with Senior Services of Albany

THE RESOURCE FOR SENIORS

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Happy Father’s Day

oday’s family dynamic is a mess, and when looking at how the “Modern Day” Father fits in it all, defining his role is a challenge. I those at those stick-figure families depicted on the back window of some cars — Mom, Dad, kids, cats and dogs — and it’s so simple. All that’s missing is the house and white picket fence. Add that to the scene, and you have the good, old-fashioned American Dream. But, when was that dream created? The 1950s? It’s no longer the norm.

In the 60-plus years since the great urban sprawl created our ideal suburban lifestyle, a lot has changed within our families. What is expected out of each of us has dramatically changed. When I come across reruns of my favorite shows as a kid, “Leave it to Beaver,” or “The Donna Reed Show,” I look at that life and ask, “what is that like?” I’m a father now, divorced and remarried.

I have kids who live with me half the time. I have another child who is with me everyday. I wake up and get to the office, often times, well before 8:30 a.m. I’m walking back through the door with my wife scrambling to get dinner on the table. She looks nothing like Donna Reed. No skirt, pearl necklace or spritz of perfume. She just got home herself after a long day at work. Picked up our child, bathed her, and has dinner cooking in the over like some kind of superhuman named Mom. When we get together, it’s like two storm fronts that have collided together in the summer night. A rush of wind overtakes the house, and things get accomplished before we’re able to sit down five minutes before going to bed.

One in four dads today have something called Guilty Father Syndrome. It speaks to this changed dynamic in our families. Divorce often splits kids between two homes. Those dads look at how their fathers made things work. Maybe their father was Ward Cleaver. Maybe Today’s Dad sees how things worked well enough through the eyes of his childhood, and defines himself as a failure for not being able to provide for the same. This feeling is not exclusive to divorced dads, either. Working fathers are continuously connected to work obligations through their computers and smart phones. Physically, they are home, but mentally they are putting out the latest fire before walking into the office the next day. There’s the desire to spend more time with children. There’s also employers advocating for a better “work-life” balance for their employees, following such wholesome speeches with the failing results of the latest productivity reports.

Today’s Dad would put Ward Cleaver to shame, and our fathers need to hear that more often. Moms, too. Every generation has its lumps and challenges. But, as things change, more challenges present themselves. There are good fathers in our midst who continue to do their best for their kids and family. Be sure you give them a pat on the back this Father’s Day.

Sincerely, Michael Hallisey, Managing Editor Spotlight Newspapers

June 2018 Features Renaissance Man

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Columnists Social Security Corner

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Retiring Retirement

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Organize Senior Moves

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Patriot Flight

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Medical Corner

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Senior Services Voorheesville Public Library

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Albany JCC

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Saratoga Senior Services

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Bethlehem Public Library

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Niskayuna Senior Center

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Troy Area Senior Service Center 19 Senior Services of Albany

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McIntyre editor - Michael Hallisey advertising sales - Denice Mau art director - David Abbott graphic design - Martha Eriksen Capital District Senior Spotlight is a unit of Community Media Group LLC. Published monthly. Deadline for advertising and calendar events is the 5th of the month preceding publication. Display advertising rates are available on request.

Capital District Senior Spotlight reserves the right to refuse advertising for any reason. We do not guarantee any of the information, services or products published in this or any issue. The opinions expressed by the contributors do not necessarily reflect the opinions of this paper. Copyright © 2011 by Capital District Senior Spotlight.

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Social Security Corner

Lost Social Security card?

There’s an easy way to fix that problem online

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eed to replace your lost or misplaced Social Security card? Our online application makes getting a replacement card easier than ever. There’s no need to sit in traffic or visit a local office.

As long as you’re only requesting a replacement card, and no other changes, you can use our free online service from the comfort of your home or office. All you need to do is create a my Social Security account at www.socialsecurity. gov/myaccount.

Your identity and personal information matter to us. We protect your information by using strict identity verifica-

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tion and security features. The application process has built-in features to detect fraud and confirm your identity. Once you have a personal account, simply follow the instructions to replace your Social Security card.

In many cases, even if you lost your card, you may not need a replacement. Most of the time, simply knowing your Social Security number is enough. Visit our website to find out whether you can request your replacement Social Security card online at www. socialsecurity.gov/ssnumber/.

Elizabeth Pivonka, Social Security Administration

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Learning about The Bible through life on the farm

eventy-three old Jay Francis of Berne doesn’t just preach the agricultural parables of Christ. The fifth-generation farmer lives them… in overalls and a suit.

He has dirt in his hands one second and is handing out free groceries and welcoming people with those same hands on a different day. He is on the tractor one moment and behind the pulpit the next.

The father of six, grandfather of 19 and great grandfather of four-and-growing says that the farm will hopefully be run by the eighth generation of Francis offspring in the future.

“When these kids learn about the farm,” he says, “they understand what The Bible means when it says you ‘reap what you sow.’”

The busiest time on the farm is from June through September. That’s when baling hay takes place. But feeding the beef cattle is an aroundthe-clock opportunity for him to teach the grandchildren responsibility.

But a lot of sowing and reaping has also come out of his Rock Road Chapel in Berne where the modest-sized congregation has a local and global heart for the poor and the unevangelized. Over 150 hilltown families are assisted

with donated food. If that isn’t enough, the church welcomes all with a community-building scrumptious Wednesday morning breakfast from 7-9 a.m. that is open to all. It includes waffles, pure maple syrup, pastries and eggs and more.

Overseas, The International Accelerated Mission (IAM) group that he founded has taught scriptures to bible students, pastors and lay people through a methodical curriculum that in the beginning was photocopied and distributed by hand.

“IAM helps people get to the missions and has assisted Africa and other locations

Robert LaCosta through building, medical and youth ministries.”

To touch base with this senior who still has the energy of a young man, call Francis at (518) 872-2810.

Read Robert J. LaCosta’s daily devotional at sonrisen.com and pick up a copy of “Portals to Heaven”- his newest book at local book stores or on amazon. com. To suggest a senior for this column, contact LaCosta at (518) 435-1250.

Discover How to Remain in the Place You Call Home: What Does it Mean to Age in Place?

Attendees receive a FREE booklet to help plan for the future! Tours of our award winning campus and apartments to follow a complimentary luncheon.

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Organize Senior Moves

70 is the new 50?

Regardless of how you feel now, plan for your future today

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e’ve all heard it: “40 is the new 20,” or “50 is the new 30.”

By that logic, it’s tempting to assume that 70 must be the new 50. And, for many of us, that may be true.

Our generation is living longer, more productive lives well into our retirement years.

But, don’t let that spring in your step become a crutch on your future.

No matter how we feel — good or bad — we all need to plan for our future. Take your home, for example. Are the bedrooms upstairs? This could present a problem for aching knees. You may love soaking in the tub, but down the line, could you have difficulty negotiating the edge?

What about your closets and dresser drawers? Are they filled with years of assorted “stuff ” that you’re afraid to throw out, but don’t want to leave for a beloved family member to do?

How about location? If you’re in a rural area, could you feel isolated as the years pass by, perhaps growing increasingly inaccessible to your friends? How about financial resources? With taxes high in many towns, would it be fiscally advisable to sell your house and move to a smaller home or a retirement community?

There are many such questions that are difficult to face but impossible to dodge.

Unfortunately, often times, when we decide it’s time to downsize, it’s because of a health issue or the death of a spouse. In other words, we let

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crisis make our choices. Do we really want to put ourselves through that? How about our family? Or is now the time to plan for our future, when we can do it in a calm, stress-free environment?

Get ahead of the game and work on simplifying your life now. While packing up a house you’ve lived in for years can be daunting at any age, it can be particularly emotional for us as we age, as it is difficult to part with our belongings. However, the whole task can be made a whole lot easier by working with a company that does just that moves you from one home to another.

Enter Michelle Kavanaugh of Organize Senior Moves in Delmar.

Kavanaugh, a member of the National Association of Senior Moving Managers, is trained and certified to work with clients and has been doing so for over eight years.

Kavanaugh and her team of 20 employees will help you go through everything and decide

what you’re going to part with, donate, pass on to family, or take with you. With access to auctioneers, movers, realtors and other sources a person may need during a move, Kavanaugh’s team works compassionately and efficiently, with the end goal being to make the transition from one home to another as smooth as possible.

The process is simple:

First, the new space is measured and a layout is chosen Then, they work with the client to decide which items they will keep, and which they will sell, donate, give to family members or dispose of.

The client is then packed.

Finally, the client is unpacked in their new space, including placement of furniture, hanging pictures, unpacking personal items, putting away dishes, making beds, hooking up all electronics, hanging curtains, etc.

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“On moving day, we aim to have the client completely unpacked and comfortable in their new home,” said Kavanaugh. “The most exciting part of our job is the day we move clients, and set up their new home. The expressions on their faces are priceless when they walk into their new home.”

If you know that downsizing is in your future, why wait for a crisis? Do it now, so that you can enjoy your golden years. Hire a Senior Move Manager to make what would be an arduous task easy and stress-free. After all, Senior Move Managers knows that they’re not just moving houses, they’re moving memories.

Michelle KavanaughAnastasi is CEO and founder of Organize Senior Moves, LLC, and member of the National Association of Senior Moving Managers.

No one is telling you to stop cutting a rug as you enjoy life, but you still want to plan ahead for that possible gimp knee.

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A Day in the Life of a Foster Grandparent

ommission on Economic Opportunity’s Foster Grandparent Program has been in operation since 1976 and now serves hundreds of children each year in the counties of Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady. The program allows individuals to earn a tax-free stipend for volunteering anywhere from 15 to 40 hours a week, helping children to learn and grow through fun and educational activities.

The Foster Grandparent Program is a Senior Corps program. Participants are placed on assignment at various volunteer stations that are close to their homes. Foster Grandparents volunteer with children in a variety of locations including: local schools, head start and early head start programs, after-school programs, and teen and preteen programs across the Capital District.

We recently followed Kathy Pratt, a Foster Grandparent at Giffen Elementary School in Albany, as she went about a

typical day.

9:00 a.m.

Kathy arrives at Giffen elementary for her day as a Foster Grandparent in Mrs. Floss’s 3rd grade classroom.

She takes the bus to work as a resident of Albany’s Pine Hills neighborhood, and has an easy walking commute from the stop right on the corner of Pearl Street. Kathy works with Mrs. Floss’s classroom five days a week, and has been with them since this past December. Before that she was a Foster Grandparent at Albany Community Charter School for four years.

9:30 a.m.

By 9:30 a.m. most of the students have arrived in the classroom and are eating their breakfasts, or spending a few minutes finishing up homework from the night before.

Kathy walks around the classroom, making sure the kids all have pencils and are getting settled in for the day. There are a few students she spends a little extra time with. As part of the Foster Grandparent program Kathy has been given

a couple students to connect with and mentor a bit more than the rest of the group. All of the students interact easily with her though, calling her “Grandma,” and coming to her for help with their work.

9:45 a.m.

The students are working on a math sheet on dollars vs. cents. Kathy sits towards the back of the classroom and helps when one of the students comes to her for guidance on his sheet. Even while helping an individual student, Kathy keeps an eye on the classroom and helps reinforce Mrs. Floss’s instructions: gently urging a student to sit down or another student get back to their work. “A second set of eyes always helps,” she says.

10:00 a.m.

The classroom splits up into reading groups at Mrs. Floss’s direction. The purple group finds seats with Mrs. Floss, while Kathy takes the blue group. The subject of today’s reading period is an opinion piece on the portrayal of black

femininity in the movie Black Panther. Kathy and her group of five or six students read through the piece, with the students taking turns reading aloud, and Kathy keeping them all on task. One student is having a hard time settling in, and she redirects his attention, asking him a specific question about the article.

11:00 a.m.

The reading assignment has been completed and the classroom moves on to independent reading Scholastic journals. Two students gravitate towards Kathy, and before long she’s helping them take the quizzes in the journals. Around the classroom the other students work in small groups, with a kid or two occasionally coming over to join Kathy or borrow one of her coveted pencils (which she keeps stocked with trips to the dollar store).

11:20 a.m.

The class heads to the cafeteria for lunch, and Kathy

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Senior calendars Voorheesville Public Library 51 School Road, Voorheesville (518) 765-2791 www.voorheesvillelibrary.org

Afternoon Movie Thursday, June 7, 14, 21, & 28

Join us Thursday at 1:30 p.m. to watch a classic movie on our giant screen. Check our website calendar or call for movie titles and descriptions.

Light refreshments served.

Nimblefingers Craft Group Tuesday, June 5, 12, 19 & 26

Bring your projects, socialize, and connect with other crafters every Tuesday at 1 p.m. Share your own special talents or learn a new knit-

ting, crocheting, embroidery or quilting skill. All crafters are welcome to join the group.

Artist Reception Saturday, June 2

Local Artist Diane Wozniak will be holding an art reception at 1:45 p.m. Stop by the Library, meet the artist, enjoy some light refreshments and meander through the gallery, enjoying Diane’s work.

Voorheesville Family Bicycling Day Sunday, June 3

Join VFBD at noon for this

3rd annual community-wide event that provides families with a safe and fun day of bicycling and family-friendly activities. Check http://vvillebicycling.com for updated information. Rain date, Sunday, June 10.

Red Cross Blood Drive Monday, June 4

The Library will be hosting the American Red Cross for a community blood drive from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Please consider stopping by to donate a pint.

Gentle Adult Yoga Saturday, June 9

Gentle Yoga is a calming, stress-relieving yoga class that stretches and strengthens the body gradually. This one hour program is recommended for all levels looking for a sooth-

ing, relaxing, and restorative experience! Starting promptly at 1 p.m., please bring a mat and water bottle

Second Sunday Films Sunday, June 10

Join us at 2 p.m. to find out what happens when “a group of gay and lesbian activists begin to raise money to help families affected by the British miners’ strike in 1984.” Based on a true story. (IMDB) Rated R, 119 m. Light refreshments will be served.

Wire Ring Making Wednesday, June 13

Learn to make a simple ring with wire, buttons or beads. Adults and teens ages 14 and up may arrive at any time between 5:30 and 8:00 p.m. Please register, and there will be a small materials fee.

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Senior calendars Albany JCC, Adult Department

Sixty-Plus Dining

Mondays and Wednesdays 4:45 to 6 p.m.

Full-course kosher dinners for those 60 and older.

Reservations taken until 9:30 a.m. the day of the meal.

Suggested donation: $3 per person. Guest under 60 pays $10.

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Book Mavens Book Review Wednesday, June 6 and July 25, from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 6 — Rabbi Susan Gulack, Chaplain, NYS Dept. of Corrections, CDPC, Stratton VA, reviews Iiana Kurshan’s “If All the Stars Were Ink.” Wednesday, July 25 — Faye Silton, a retired educator, reviews Tova Mirvis’ “The Book of Separation.”

Each event runs from 3 to 4:30 p.m. and has a $2.25 suggested donation.

2018 Jules And Paula Stein Live and Learn Lecture - Lunch Series

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Thursday, June 21, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Abigail Hirsch, a Montreal-based filmmaker, presents “YIDDISH: A Tale of Survival.” There is a $15 per lecture-meal charge ($13 charge for JCC Member). Prepaid reservations required

Watercolor Painting

Mondays, July 9, 16, 30, Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27, from 9:30 to 11:30 am

Instructor Theresa Somaio will teach the art of watercolor painting on Mondays starting on July 9. There is a $93 charge for these classes (a $81 charge for JCC Member).

Driver Safety Program

Tuesdays, Aug. 21 and Aug. 28

Presented by American Safety, Inc., Instructor Roger Dames will teach drivers road safety,. Participants must attend both days. The JCC is taking registration now. A $25 check dated after Wednesday, Aug. 1 required before first class.

Senior Chorale

Thursdays, from 1 to 3 p.m.

Chorale Director Sherri Strichman will guide you through our Senior Chorale. Rehearsals and performances take place on Thursday afternoons. There is $2.25 suggested donation per session.

Are You Handy Around the House?

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Senior calendars Brooks BBQ

Saratoga Senior Center 5 Williams Street, Saratoga Springs (518) 584-1621

Lunchtime Concerts

Sponsored by Saratoga Arts Council

Artists from the Orchard Project theater program sing both original tunes and favorite musical theater hits at Ben & Jerry’s, Saratoga Springs (Rain Location: Saratoga Senior Center). Tuesday, June 19, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Three Vines To-Go Dinners Every Tuesday, from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Pick-up a dinner at the center from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

Dinners cost $12.50 each. (A portion of each dinner sold goes directly to support the center.) Please call the front desk for June menu at (518) 584-1621.

Alzheimer’s Association Presentation

Tuesday, June 5, at 2:30 p.m.

A free presentation on memory loss, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease.

Tues. June 15, 2:30 p.m.

A free presentation on effective communication strategies.

delicious food including vegan and gluten-free options. Stop in to pick-up lunch or dinner Tuesday, July 17 to go!

Brooks BBQ delicious Make sure and keep up staples, chicken and ribs will be with our monthly newsletter on the menu! Call the center and website. We are adding to buy your tickets at (518) new events all the time and 584-1621 these will be the most up to date methods to get all the best information!

Heart & Soul Line Dancing

Tuesdays, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Open to the Community Come to this open house party where we line dance to soul/R&B music. Cost of admission is $10 for members, $20 for non-members.

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A convenient local weekly meal delivery service offered here at the center. Healthy,

One-Day Bus Trips

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Burlington and Von Trapp House Thursday, July 12 We will be leaving Burlington around 6:15 p.m. and arriving home around 9:30 p.m. Costs $45 for members, $70 for non-members.

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o you have a skill or talent you are willing to share with your elderly neighbors? If you can give a few hours a month or even few hours a week you can make a huge difference in the lives of local seniors.

Opportunities available throughout Albany County. Here are some examples of classes volunteers can run: Yoga teachers, Tai Chi, aerobics, music, dance, writing, art, painting, book club, photography, ceramics, knitting, etc.

Classes & programs must be conducted during the day between

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Senior calendars Bethlehem Public Library 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar (518) 439-9314 www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org

Friday, June 1

Coffee and Conversation: Mahican, Mohican, Mohegan?

Learn more about this tribe whose nation stretched from Dutchess County to Lake Champlain with amateur historian and Grant Cottage tour guide Steve Trimm, 1-2 p.m. program; 2-3 p.m. coffee hour. Co-sponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc.

Saturday, June 2

Make It Yourself: Terrariums

Aissa Terry from Brookside Nursery will demonstrate how to create a unique succulent terrarium, 2 p.m. Bring your own container, 4-6 inches wide and 4-6 inches deep. All other materials, including plants, will be provided. Teens welcome!

Sign up online or call.

Monday, June 4 Intro to Microsoft Excel

Also Monday, June 11. Find out how to get started with the spreadsheet software in this two-session program, 10 a.m.noon. Sign up online or call.

Morning Concert: Skip Parsons

We’re joining our friends from the Center for Disability Services for a morning of music, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Refreshments will be served.

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Fun and Games for Grownups

An adults-only gathering where you can play games, including chess, color and socialize, 6-8:30 p.m. Snacks served!

Open Sewing

Sewing machines will be available for independent projects, 6-8 p.m. Bring your own supplies. Volunteers may be on hand to assist you. Sign up required.

Tuesday, June 5 Sew It Yourself: Amazing Apron

Benjamin, Hudson River Valley historian and author, 1-2 p.m. program; 2-3 p.m. coffee hour. Co-sponsored by

Sunday, June 10 Knit One Purl One

If you’re an experienced knitter, bring your current project. If you’re a beginner, bring size 8 knitting needles no longer than 10 inches; we’ll provide yarn and get you started, 2-3 p.m. For adults, teens and kids age 9 and up.

Monday, June 11 Daybooks

Discuss “The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry” by Gabrielle Zevin, 1:30 p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available.

Bring 1 yard of fabric and Library board meets create a simple apron, 10-11:30 All are welcome, 6 a.m. OR 1:30-3 p.m. Basic p.m. Bethlehem Public sewing machine knowledge reLibrary, 451 Delaware Ave., quired. Sign up for one session.

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June 12 Wednesday, June 6 Tuesday, AfterDinner Too Trivia Night for Adults

Come alone or as a team and match wits with others, 7-8:15 p.m. Limit of 10 teams. Prizes donated by the Friends of Bethlehem Public Library.

Friday, June 8

Coffee and Conversation: History of the Hudson River Enjoy a talk with Vernon

Discuss “I Found You” by Lisa Jewell, 7 p.m. Copies are available at the information desk. Large-print audio and downloadable copies may be available.

Friday, June 15

Coffee and Conversation: The Joy of Trains

Local author and entertainer Chuck Oates will tell

stories, sing songs and share video clips celebrating the historic railroads of the American West, 1-2 p.m. program; 2-3 p.m. coffee hour. Co-sponsored

by Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc.

Thursday, June 21 Summer Reading Kickoff: Sylvia the Ventriloquist

Get ready for some serious silliness with a professional actress/ventriloquist/comedian who will have you wondering who said what. Sign up for the Summer Reading Program while you’re at it, 2:30 p.m. OR 6:30 p.m. For kids and families.

Listening Parties: Be the DJ

Bring a song from your first big concert experience to share and discuss, 7 p.m. Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary. org.

Saturday, June 23 Open Sewing

Sewing machines will be available for independent projects, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Bring your own supplies. Volunteers may be on hand to assist you. Sign up required.

Each event takes place at the Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar. For more information, call (518) 439-9314 or visit bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Veteran Next Door

A Veteran Summertime

ver the years I found that activities of fishing, golfing, sitting on my porch or deck having a cold beer and listening to music brings out good tales.

Storytelling is becoming a lost art and needs a revival. Too many people meet Veterans and give them the fast ‘thank you for your service’ and move on.

Talk to a Veteran who displays their pride with a hat or shirt.

If you engage a story you will feel something in your heart and soul.

Sit on a park bench, a diner or dinner table and definitely thank them but engage them with a question or two. Veterans have many human interest stories or the humorous ones when they were in service. My brother John tells the story

when the helicopter brought them out on a mission and landed them in a watermelon patch. He said they tasted so good that when they moved out they all had melons in their backpacks.

The majority of Veterans never fired a gun after their basic training. My older brother, Joe, who spent a year on the base in Saigon, said that was him. Not so with my younger brother John. He had over 75 helicopter combat missions, either going into battle or retrieving those who were in them. When I told him that the warriors, like him, never shot anyone he looked at me strangely. I said you never talk about it just like the WWII and Korean Veterans.

We thank them for they sacrificed a portion of their life

for their family, country and us.

They spent time taking orders from superiors; some good, some bad in both orders and superiors. They labored during some mundane periods and at times experienced most stimulating events. Sayings remained for their lifetime; ‘Hurry Up and Wait’ or ‘Move Out’.

Tell a Veteran their service was valuable and most significant as they all ‘chipped in.’ I was scolded one time by a Navy man who served in the Caribbean in WWII. He told me he was a baker. I responded there was danger in the beautiful Caribbean. I met him again about a year later and asked him to come to the D-Day Recognition & Remembrance Day. He refused. I told him to come and just blend in with other Veterans and it was nice he was a

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Renaissance Man E Street Band’s Steven Van Zandt takes his band (and lesson plans) to The Palace

Springsteen and “Southside” Johnny (Lyon).

They would hit the local music scene, taking in shows along the Jersey Shore. Later, through their own music, the trio would help define the “New Jersey Sound” that incorporated doo-wop,

By MICHAEL HALLISEY blues and soul. halliseym@spotlightnews.com “[When] we grew up, there was a different ALBANY — Steven trend every year in the Van Zandt is a product of ’60s,” said Van Zandt, “but the ’60s, a period of time soul music was always he describes as the last, right there next to rock great social renaissance and roll.” He quickly period. recalled being able to see Van Zandt, 67, could a The Kinks, The Beatles be described as a renaisand The Rolling Stones sance man. How you along with Marvin Gaye, know of him may differ Smokey Robinson and from your kids. Younger Curtis Mayfield on a bevy generations recognize of television shows that him as Silvio Dante in included Hillaballo and HBO’s hit television Shindig!. “It was always series “The Sopranos.”

For decades, however, the very, very integrated, the guitarist has been a visible rock music at the time and and auditory fixture in the soul music. We kind of grew up with that side by E Street Band, famously side.” associated with longtime Van Zandt’s contribufriend Bruce Springsteen.

But, Little Steven’s contri- tion to the music world, bution to the music world visibly, is that of a guitarist. In the background, extends past The Boss. his credits include a long Van Zandt grew up just outside Asbury Park. sheet of music he has written and provided to His formative years were spent running with other bands. His songs a crowd that included have gone to friends 14 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT — JUNE 2018

like Springsteen and Southside, to Gary “U.S.” Bonds, Joey Ramone, Jackson Browne and more. There’s a signature to his music, one that includes the roots of his past influences. Despite his time with the guitar, he’s a master at arranging a horn section.

Pick up a Sam & Dave album and listen. Hear that danceable rhythm and blues often accom-

panied by a horn section.

Throw on a record and you may have people mistake it for an outtake from “Born to Run.” The similarities are not coincidental. Van Zandt’s ear for horn arrangements is what helped him land a spot on the E Street Band.

It goes back to a night when Southside, Bruce and Little Steven took in a Sam & Dave show. “It just

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so completely knocked us out, that me and Southside decided we were going to be the white Sam & Dave,” he said.

Strip away his scowl and his Jersey accent, and Van Zandt reads like a poet from that other Renaissance Period.

“I integrate all of my influences and it comes out the way it comes out,” he said. “There is a certain rootsy element to it. Frankly, if I don’t hear that element to music, I don’t relate to it. I want to hear the roots. I want to hear where it’s coming from. We build on what came before us, it was just the way we were taught to do it. That’s how we came up in that wonderful, flowing river that is rock and roll history.

We took what was behind us, we integrated and we came up with something new.”

Little Steven took to The Palace stage last month, integrating his music with a grassroots effort to help school children stay off the streets by preserving music programs at public schools.

In addition to musician and thespian, Van Zandt is an activist, something that goes as far back as his “Sun City” protests in the mid-80s.

Van Zandt said he was approached by teacher organizations to help convince Washington to

preserve music programs that were being eliminated in public schools due to lack of funding in the “No Child Left Behind” era. He said he walked away from conversations with Ted Kennedy and Mitch McConnell knowing nothing would be done, so he said he had an idea.

Through TeachRock. org, an outlet from Van Zandt’s Rock and Roll

Van Zandt. “One out of two poor kids are dropping out, and two out of five, nationally. It’s out of control. So, statistics show that if a kid likes one single class, or one single teacher, they’ll come to school. This way, we want to be that class that gets them to school.

That’s our one, big, longterm goal.”

Approximately 1,000 teachers sign-up to the

ing a ’60s sound not often present in today’s Hot 100 music list. Whether the magazine intended to cast shade on Little Steven, it didn’t bother him.

“I’m a ’60s guy. I’m not nostalgic about the ’60s.

I mean, truth is, I never left,” he said. “I’m not particularly interested in the modern world, to be perfectly honest. I’m not against it. I’m not opposed to it. I don’t have

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Forever Foundation, the musician has written 100 lesson plans meant to integrate music and music history with social studies and English courses.

His current tour with his band, the Disciples of Soul, is hitting several cities with the added intent of spreading word of the program.

“Ultimately, we really hope to affect the dropout rate; it’s epidemic,” said

curriculum program each year. Lesson planners can attend a pre-show seminar and invite school children with them to attend the concert for free through TeachRock.org.

Steven Van Zandt and the Disciples of Soul released “Soulfire” last year, lauded by Rolling Stone magazine as one of the best albums of the year. Billboard magazine described it as possess-

any adversarial feelings towards the modern world. It doesn’t interest me so much. I love it when I hear a great new song from somebody. It might be Adele or Taylor Swift or whoever and that’s wonderful. I’ve got so much influence within me from my first 20 years of life. By the end of the ’60s, I’ve got enough good inputs in me to have outputs for forever.”

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Senior calendars Niskayuna Senior Center 2682 Aqueduct Road, Niskayuna Rosemarie Mullaney, (518) 372-4969

Ongoing activities Mondays

10 to 10:45 a.m. — Zumba Gold* 11 a.m. to noon — Motion & Fitness Class

Tuesdays

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Brookdale Presentation — Tuesday, June 5, at 11 a.m.

Advance Hearing Aid Services —Thursday, June 7, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

10 a.m. to noon — cards, bridge, Mahjong, and Wii Bowling 10:30 a.m. — Line Dancing Mac-Haydn Theatre Noon — Lunch “Funny Girl” — Sunday, June 1 p.m. — MVP Chair 10, leave from Town Hall at Moves 10 a.m.

Cooperative Ext. Thursdays 9:15 to 9:45 a.m. — Tai Chi Dysphagia — Tuesday, June 12, at 10 a.m.

10 a.m. to noon — Cards, Wii Bowling, and Mahjong Father’s Day Luncheon — 10:30 a.m. — Bocce and Thursday, June 14, at center.

Pickle Ball Defensive Driving Class Noon — Lunch — Saturday, June 16, from 9 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. — Bingo a.m. to 3 p.m., at Town Hall 7 to 8 p.m. — Gentle Yoga Art Lecture “The Making @ Town Hall (only June 7 and of a Bronze Sculpture” — June 14) Monday, June 18, at 7 p.m., at Open Art Studio * Town Hall Friday, June 8, 10 a.m. to Crafts with Edie — Fun noon — Water coloring with Felt — Tuesday, June 19, Friday, June 22, 10 to at 10 a.m.

Betty’s Back to Basic Acrylic Class —Thursday, June 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Art with Edie—Masterpiece Art Match Game — Tuesday, June 26, at 10 a.m.

Pet Therapy with Nika — Tuesday, June 26, from 10 a.m. to noon.

* Additional fees associated with this event.

About Us

The Niskayuna Senior Center is open to all area seniors. Program days are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Trips and special events are offered during the other days of the week.

To learn more about the Niskayuna Senior Center, call (518) 372-4969 or visit the center’s website at www. niskayuna.org.

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Medical Corner

All about eyes Ask an Ophthalmologist overall health is an important factor in cataract surgery success. Additionally, the risks of complications are greater in efore we discuss the people who currently have eye possible complicaconditions, such as diabetic rettions that could happen with cataract inopathy, uveitis (an inflammasurgery, it’s important to stress tion of the middle layer of the eye called the uvea) and very that the possibility of serious significant nearsightedness. complications developing as a The most common problem result of cataract surgery is very low. In fact, fewer than five out that can occur after cataract surgery is a condition called of 100 people have complicaposterior capsule opacification tions from cataract surgery that could threaten their sight (PCO) or secondary cataract. or require further surgery. The PCO occurs in approximately majority of common complica- 35 percent of patients nationtions are often easy to treat and ally but about 19 percent in don’t have a lasting effect on my practice because I utilize your vision. special techniques to decrease the opacification.

As with any surgery, your Q. What are possible complications due to cataract surgery?

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PCO occurs when there is a thickening of the back (posterior) of the lens capsule which holds your artificial lens in place. This thickening of the capsule causes your vision to become cloudy. If it is going to happen, it usually develops about within one to six years after cataract surgery.

If you do develop PCO and have cloudy vision, it’s typically corrected with a five-minute laser eye procedure.

There are other eye complications due to cataract surgery which can occur in less than 2 percent of surgeries, and usually can be adjusted with time or an additional procedure.

The most important factor

in your cataract surgery is your choice of cataract surgeon. The more experience your cataract surgeon has, the less likely you are to have complications due to surgery.

Schedule a cataract consultation before you choose a cataract surgeon. Be sure to ask how many cataract procedures he or she performs annually, discuss qualifications, and make sure the surgeon has experience implanting all types of intraocular lenses (IOL) so you can select the best IOL for you.

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Haircuts: First Monday of every month at 10:00 a.m.

Please call (518) 270-5348 to reserve Lifeline Info: (VNA) Eddy Daybreak. Friday, June 8, at 11:30 a.m. Call (518) 2705348 for more details.

Racino: Tuesday, June 12.

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Downsizing Seminar: Wednesday, June 13, given by Hunt Real Estate. Call (518) 270-5348 for more details.

Sparklers Perform: Thursday, June 14, at 11:15 a.m. for Flag Day. Call (518) 270-5348 for more details.

Special Dinner: Thursday, June 21. Entertainment by Mike DeAngelis. Call (518) 270-5348 for more details.

Swimming: Every Wednesday at 9 a.m. It’s Free to members of the Troy Senior Center. The location is the Lansingburgh Boys/Girls Club. Call (518) 270-5348 for more details.

Bowling: Bowling is at the Uncle Sam Lanes, every Monday @12:30. Call (518) 270-5348 for more information.

Bingo: Every Wednesday and Friday! 12:45 pm. Money prizes! Call (518) 270-5348 for more details.

Crafts: Craft class on Thursday mornings at 9 a.m.

Come join the fun. Call (518) 270-5348 for more details.

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Sewing Class: Thursdays at 9 a.m., come join the ladies in this fun class. Call (518) 2705348 for more details.

Arts For Vets: Come join this fun group of Vets on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. for photography, drawing, writing, painting and more. Call (518) 270-5348 for more details.

Line Dancing: Thursdays, at 1 p.m. Our Line Dancers, The Uncle Sam Sparklers, are looking for new members!

Like to dance? Come and join!

Call (518) 270-5348 for more details.

Aerobics: Come join us for aerobics each Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:30 a.m.

Osteo Aerobics: Join us for osteo aerobics on Thursdays at 10 a.m.

Knitting and Crocheting: Come join our happy hookers each Tuesday at 9 a.m.

Health and wellness activities: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

Wanted: All working seniors 60 years of age, and older! Come join us at the Troy Senior Center Monday through Friday for a delicious and nutritious, well-balanced meal for a “suggested” contribution of $3. Don’t miss out on the best lunch deal in town. For a 12:15 p.m. lunch reservation, please call (518) 270-5349.

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Call (518) 235-2420 for more information.

Thursdays, at 12:30 p.m.

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by Friday, June 15 to RSVP.

Summer Supper Bistro Thursday, June 21

Come join us for a summer supper bistro featuring singer and guitarist Gary Taylor. Dinner will be Chicken Waldorf salad, macaroni salad, dinner roll and glazed pears with ice cream. Dinner starts at 5 p.m. with music to begin immediately afterwards.

Please call (518) 235-2420

by Wednesday, June 20 to RSVP.

Watervliet AARP Defensive Driving

Come and celebrate Father’s Day with us at a special luncheon at noon. We are serving Honey Mustard Chicken, Oven roasted sweet Monday and Tuesday, potatoes, vegetable medley, and June 4 and 5 brownie with ice cream.

AARP Defensive driving Please call (518) 235-2420 from 9 a.m. to noon. The cost for AARP and Senior center members is $20 and $25 dollars for all non-members.

For more information and to make reservations please call (518) 273-4422.

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Law Enforcement presentation Wednesday, June 6

Albany County District Attorney’s seniors and Law Enforcement Together (SALT) program presentation. The

presentation starts at 11:30 a.m. for more information please call Kathy at (518) 273-4422.

Westview Dance

Wednesday, June 6 Dancing with Elders by Carlos Osorio.

For more information and to RSVP, please call (518) 4822120.

Dave Lambert Trio Wednesday, June 13

Music by the Dave Lambert Trio.

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*Westview Community Dining Lunch: Monday – Friday at noon, Dinner: Wednesday 5:00 p.m., call (518) 482-2120 for reservations

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Fostering stays behind for a minute or two to straighten up. “It’s easier to focus when the space is clean,” she says as she straightens the desks and sweeps a little bit. “These students need that.”

12:30 p.m.

Back from lunch and excited for the day’s gym activity, Kathy helps harness some of the class’s energy. The room is buzzing and everyone is really excited to go swimming.

The students will be bussed up to Albany High School to use their pool for gym today.

Kathy helps with getting the students transitioned out of the classroom, onto the bus, and into Albany High School.

While the kids swim, she snaps a few pictures as they wave and play. It’s a challenge to keep a third grade classroom focused

through so many transitions, but having Kathy on hand helps Mrs. Floss.

2:30 p.m.

Back at Giffen, the class settles in for more math work.

This time Kathy takes the orange group and helps them navigate their worksheets. A student is acting out: walking around and distracting the other students in her group.

Mrs. Floss is deep in concentration with her own group, so Kathy attempts to get the student back on task, by telling her, “You’re too smart to be doing that.”

3:45 p.m.

Just like that they’re gone, and the classroom is empty.

After a little cleaning up, Kathy heads home for the day.

“She is a godsend. I don’t know what I did to deserve her. She’s firm and caring; she’s great with the kids. She’s got such a wonderful way with them,” says Mrs. Floss after Kathy has left.

Two Questions for Kathy: What do you like about being a Foster Grandparent?

“I like to make a small little difference in their lives. A lot of these kids are in transition 3:30 p.m. or struggling with something.

In the homestretch now, the I get to know them and offer stability. Some of them are not students are eager to be dismissed for the day. Kathy helps used to hearing positive things or compliments. I like to give them pack up and make sure they have everything they came them love and confidence.

I care about these kids, and with. She makes sure every sometimes I’ll see students I student takes their homework with them, and helps the group had a few years ago, and they’ll focus on the last task of the day, run over and give me a hug.

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the more I love them. “ What would you want someone to know who is thinking about being a Foster Grandparent?

“Find the age you gravitate towards and wait to be placed with them. Some people like babies, others prefer talking with teenagers. For me, it’s always been grade school. It works best when you’re comfortable with the kids. If it’s a good fit, the kids sense it too.

They need some time to get used to you, but once they do it’s great. It’s really rewarding work. “ If you think you may be interested in being a Foster Grandparent, or want to learn more about partnering with CEO’s Foster Grandparent program, contact Joshua Quiles, Foster Grandparent Program Coordinator at (518) 272-6012, ext 288, or jquiles@ceoempowers.org.

Simple, complete Cremation with no hidden cost $750.00** With a Benefit Application for Burial Assistance for Cremation.

Stephen Meyers, director & locally owned Albany County offers Funeral Assistance for Cremation with a simple application submitted to Albany County. Complete cremation $750.

This is how it works: 1. Your loved one has to reside in Albany Co. & be absolved of most all assets for Albany County assistance at the time of death.

2. Call the funeral home 518-459-0044 for the Albany County application for funeral assistance & the vital form for the death certificate. (both can be filled out ahead of time) When death occurs, call the funeral home for appointment. You must make a payment of $750 or $1235.00, (cremation with memorial service at the funeral home), complete and bring in the vital form and the Albany County Application for Burial Assistance form. We will mail it in for you to 162 Washington Ave., Albany, NY. The cremation can then take place. **Cash Advances for the crematory fee: I, Stephen Meyers, am willing to gamble that your application is approved for that cost not including death certificate.

Cremationfuneralservice.com Other County Assistance Programs available (I work with all surrounding counties including State of MA, Berkshire Co. & State of VT, Bennington Co.) *excluding Saratoga Co.

741 Delaware Avenue, Delmar

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Showcase your Senior Housing Facility in the July 2018 issue of...

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et the Senior Spotlight readers know what your facility has to offer.

This is an excellent opportunity to educate and inform our readers about what your business is all about and enhance your company’s image in the local communities.

e ad g a P 2 / 1 a Buy e and Receiv a 1/2 Page e pac Editorial S (Equivalent to 300 words) for $625.00 /month.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? • High Readership • Incredible Value Each month 18,000 free copies are distributed throughout the Capital Region at over 400 outlets, including Senior Centers, Doctors’ and Dentists’ Offices, Libraries, Community Centers, YMCAs, Restaurants, etc.

The following is a list of those areas that we distribute to: Albany Ballston Spa Clifton Park Cohoes

Colonie Delmar East Greenbush

Guilderland Latham Loudonville

Malta Mechanicville Rensselaer

Rotterdam Saratoga, Saratoga Springs Schenectady Troy

• Long Shelf Life • Wide Distribution Area ISSUE DATE:

JULY 2018 DEADLINE: Tuesday, June 5, 2018 for ad space commitment.

PDF AD COPY/ EDITORIAL DEADLINE: Monday, June 11, 2018 (All ads are full process color. Submitted articles may be edited for consistency of style and readability.)

To advertise, contact:

Denice Mau at 439-4940

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ESTATE - CLEAN OUT Are you overwhelmed with cleaning out a house?

Organize Senior Moves guides people through the difficult task of downsizing • Design Layouts • Downsizing • Organizing • Packing • Unpacking Michelle Kavanaugh-Anastasi established Organize Senior Moves in 2012 to help seniors manage the transition from one home to another.

• Experienced: 500+ moves • Set up new home • Estate Sales • Stage old home sale • Oversee whole move

518-621-6568 • FREE CONSULTATION

“Makes Moving Easier” www.OrganizeSeniorMoves.com

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Summer 2018 Ongoing Fitness Class Schedule

Join at any time during session—all are welcome!

Due to the popularity of these classes, registration is recommended—call the phone numbers provided below. There are no fees for these programs, compliments of MVP Health Care®!

Mondays, June 18–July 30 Class Name

Time and Location

Call to Register

MVP Zumba Gold® Program Code: 5037

10:00–10:45 am No classes July 2 or July 9 Saratoga Senior Center

518-584-1621

MVP Chair Moves Program Code: 5038

10:30–11:15 am No class July 16 Village of Colonie Senior Center

518-869-7172

MVP Aqua Moves Program Code: 5036

12:00–12:45 pm Sunnyview Wellness Center, Schenectady No walk-ins. Must register for the entire session.

518-386-7936

Tuesdays, June 19–July 31 MVP Chair Moves Program Code: 5040

1:00–1:45 pm No class July 3 Niskayuna Senior Center

1-800-665-7924

Wednesdays, June 20–August 1 (No classes July 4) MVP Striders Walking Club 8:30–9:30 am in the Park Schenectady’s Central Park Program Code: 5039 (Meet in front of the pavillion)

1-800-665-7924

MVP Drums Alive® Program Code: 5041

11:15 am–12:00 pm Alpin Haus Fitness Center, Amsterdam

1-800-665-7924

MVP Tai Chi Moves Program Code: 5042

1:00–1:45 pm Glenville Senior Center, Schenectady

1-800-665-7924

Thursdays, June 21–August 2 MVP Chair Moves Program Code: 5046

10:30–11:15 am No class July 19 Schenectady Senior Center

1-800-665-7924

10:00–10:45 am Sunnyview Wellness Center, Schenectady (First floor conference room)

1-800-665-7924

Fridays, June 22–August 3 MVP Gentle Yoga Moves Program Code: 5047

Questions?

Call MVP Medicare Community Health Promotion at 518-386-7936 (TTY: 1-800-662-1220) 105061_4

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