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Phase Two of Your Life

A Mature News Magazine for Southeastern Wisconsin

The Annual Wounded Warrior Softball Tournament

September 2020

INSIDE.... Revitalizing Democracy

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The Facts About Real Estate

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The Return of Sport on TV

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Social Security Eligibility Questions See Page 34 Carol Carroll of Madison and Susan Murphy of Milwaukee, with Terri Murphy of Oshkosh and Jari Wisniewski of New Berlin.

Jim Jones, A Man Who Shuns the Spotlight BY JACK PEARSON

There is an old saying that you can’t tell a book by its cover. It applies to people as well as books. So, in connection with that subject, here’s an interesting account about a most unusual gentleman I met recently. But to quote another old proverb, “let’s start at the beginning….” This story began one bright morning after I had driven over to the Ace Hardware store in Elm Grove for some repair essentials for the house. I’ve always liked shopping there, largely so because all the employees are always so friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. Many of the staff are seniors, retired from their previous line of work and back

to the workplace for one reason or another. Amid all that fine array, would you believe that one of those employees is a former high school basketball coach who was so successful that he is now in the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame? One who is on the Board of Directors of a major state sports organization? And one who is an extremely busy sports photographer? All true. What’s really astounding, however, is that all three of those examples are the same person. His name is Jim Here is Jim in an unguarded moment. Getting Jones. Jim is a very congenial fellow, the man to talk about himself is as difficult as and when he’s not at work will hap- it was to stop him from scoring when he was a star basketball player in his youth. JIM JONES continued on page 36

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SEPTEMBER 2020

Why eye exams are critical even in a pandemic by Cheryl L. Dejewski

Undiagnosed and untreated eye diseases increase your risk of having a car accident. “For example, glaucoma can reduce peripheral vision (causing a ‘tunneling’ effect) without damaging central vision. This means that many people with glaucoma are able to pass the current driver’s license vision test, which only checks straight-ahead distance vision. But, crisp vision isn’t enough to be safe behind the wheel. Drivers also need good peripheral vision in order to assess and keep up with traffic flow, stay in the proper lane, and detect stop lights, pedestrians, vehicles and other obstacles. Fortunately, prompt detection and treatment of eye problems can help keep drivers, their passengers, and other people on the road safe. Another study showed that people who have their cataracts removed and replaced with implants have half the car accident risk of those who don’t have surgery,” notes Daniel Ferguson, MD, an eye care specialist with thousands of cases under his surgical cap, including cataract removal and laser treatment for glaucoma.

Many conditions do not have early warning signs or are masked by the healthy eye’s ability to compensate. “The only way to definitely know if you have an eye disease is to have a comprehensive dilated eye exam every other year, especially after age 40. Otherwise, undiagnosed and untreated conditions may be stealing your vision without you realizing it,” explains Harvard-trained eye surgeon Daniel Paskowitz, MD, PhD. He adds,

“Vision-threatening concerns don’t take a pause during a pandemic. We understand people’s hesitancy to come in, but, rest assured, we have instituted the strictest of safety protocols, including minimizing the time spent and number of patients in the office, installing plexiglass shields, disinfecting rooms and equipment, and requiring masks and temperature-taking for all staff, doctors, patients and guests. We’re doing everything we can to keep an eye on patients’ health AND safety.”

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Even when there isn’t a pandemic, people are often hesitant to make an appointment to have their eyes checked —even if it’s obvious that they have a problem. That’s when friends and relatives can help. If you recognize that failing vision is preventing someone from enjoying hobbies or doing tasks, you can arm them with the information and support needed to avoid injuries, depression, and even blindness. To help you help others (or yourself) to see life to the fullest, the doctors from Eye Care Specialists provide the following reasons for scheduling your next eye exam ASAP. Improving vision can have a substantial impact on task performance and quality of life. “Researchers in one study found that even with just modest visual improvement (as achieved with new eyeglass prescriptions), patients could read, write, use the telephone, watch TV, and play cards better. They also reported decreased psychological distress (worry and frustration) and increased social interaction (visiting friends, participating in group activities, etc.),” notes Mark Freedman, MD, senior partner at Eye Care Specialists, a state leader in medical, surgical and laser ophthalmology care. Almost everyone sees a benefit from improving vision. “Our practice believes in providing the best possible vision to all patients —even those mislabeled as too old, confused, depressed, confused or impaired to benefit. Family members, caregivers, and patients themselves often report positive changes in demeanor and ability to communicate following cataract removal,” says Brett Rhode, MD, Head of Ophthalmology at a major local hospital and a partner at Eye Care Specialists. “In fact, a study presented at an Alzheimer’s Association International Conference reported that both dementia patients and their caregivers benefit when the patient can see better. Patients who underwent cataract surgery demonstrated greater mobility, improved functioning, and slower memory decline than those who needed surgery but didn’t have it.”

Taking care of your eyes may brighten your outlook on life. “A study found that removing a cloudy cataract and improving vision also increases the amount of light and color which enters the eye, thus positively impacting cortisol, melatonin and mood levels,” says David Scheidt, OD, who conducts cataract surgery pre- and postoperative care. You may lengthen your life. “Research from the Blue Mountains Eye Study in Australia found that people who had surgery to remove a cataract live longer than those who don’t have their cloudy vision improved. Possible reasons for the increased life span include improved physical and emotional well-being after surgery, increased optimism, greater success living independently, fewer hip fractures and serious injuries from falls, and better ability to see to comply with taking prescription medications,” says Michael Raciti, MD, who conducts continuing education for local eye doctors.

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All of us should revitalize democracy

Amid all the troubles occupying our attention, one of the more worrisome is also one of the least visible. It is the loss of public faith in the effectiveness of our representative democracy. While most state and local governments, and certain federal agencies, have maintained public support during the pandemic, concern over our system as a whole is palpable: That it has trouble responding to the country’s needs, is resistant to reform as society evolves, and continues to perpetuate inequality, social immobility, and basic unfairness when it comes to creating more opportunity, liberty, and justice for all. These deficiencies corrode our unity and effectiveness as a nation. Americans increasingly divide themselves into different, often warring, political and cultural camps. Instead of working to create one out of many, they sort themselves into like-minded communities. They narrow, rather than expand, their sources of news and information, seeking those that reinforce their views. These days, we often live in different worlds from one another. Politicians have played a significant role in this. Some, including the president, are bent on stoking division. Many play to their parties’ bases. And some, at both the state and federal level, do their best to narrow the public support on which government rests by making it difficult for everyone who’s entitled to vote to cast an actual ballot.

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By Lee Hamilton To be sure, there are plenty of efforts in many communities to work against these trends, to expand participation and build connections, and to decrease division. Still, the challenge we face as a nation is to revitalize our democracy and its institutions. We need to strengthen representative democracy by restoring the effectiveness of government, rebuild Congress as a functional, co-equal branch of the federal government, and restore confidence in our institutions, public and private. How do we do this? Calls for greater public participation and involvement are on target, but not enough. While I’m always encouraged by political leaders who seek to involve the public and by civic groups that try to enhance and encourage citizen participation, I believe we’re at the point where we need to repair our frayed institutions and push back against the forces that divide us. We are, after all, the United States. Our name expresses an ideal. So, for that matter, does the course of our history, which over time has trended toward expanding inclusivity and opportunity

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for all. One place to start is to appreciate our history and take inspiration from that history: to recognize where we’ve fallen short, but also to highlight the remarkable progress we’ve made and the efforts of committed citizens that made it possible. We also need to recognize that divisiveness weakens us, and that efforts to reknit American society are now urgently important. To that end, proposals for a year of national service strike me as particularly welcome. This would be expensive but focusing young Americans on a year of shared endeavor with others from vastly different backgrounds – in the military, in AmeriCorps, in internships or public-service opportunities would help meet many needs and be well worth the expense. We also need to up our game as ordinary citizens and beat back the drivers of divisiveness and polarization as we work to strengthen our communities. Among other things, this means making an effort to seek out alternative points of view in the media and

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paying attention to objective, factual reporting. It means supporting measures that bring us together, such as bringing young people from all backgrounds and perspectives to work side by side in projects for the public good. And it means being thoughtful about our engagement, voting for candidates focused on pulling us together and working for the common good and putting our time and effort into causes that bring us together rather than pull us apart. In short, we must decide what we can do in the voting booth and in our own neighborhoods and communities to revitalize our representative democracy. Our aim is to make our communities and our country better places to live: more creative, inclusive, and welcoming. The answer lies not in the stars, but with all of us. Lee Hamilton is a Senior Advisor for the Indiana University Center on Representative Government; a Distinguished Scholar at the IU Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies.

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Ageism

As my son-in-law pointed out a parking spot at the store the other day, he said, “The old folks parking spot is over on the left.” Well-meaning people so often take unintended potshots at the members of the older generation. You might believe they think anyone who can remember World War II is bound to be slow, frail, absent-minded and a bit slow on the verbal draw. But regardless of advancing age, there are more than a few of us who know the stars are seen at night and still have the true grit to enjoy them. Ageism is not something that is difficult to escape. As older folks, we very often have age-related thoughts about those in the younger generations, whom we claim are more wasteful of their time and talents. We can still hear it said, “Why, when I was that age I was driving a team of horses twice a day to the creamery with the 20 milk cans full of my pulling and squeezing efforts on the cows.” Despite the possibility of a few misperceptions, older people may forget a previously valued truth a time

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Let us consider emotional dumping today. We spend way too much time in front of the television set, often watching meaningless programming that otherwise could be referred to as garbage. I admit to almost mindlessly

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or two, but dementia, for most of us, is over that high hill down the road a ways as we trod our paths through life. Healthy lifestyles are something most of us were brought up with and, more or less, are ingrained in our daily live. Being recognized as old-timers does not mean that we have to step aside in the travels of life. Many of us still have financial interests, a hobby or two, grandchildren to nourish and appreciate and children, God bless them, who believe we need more assistance in various ways than we really do. Being able to email, blog, tweet or just write coherently are among ways to demonstrate that we are not over the hill; we are still gaining on the way to its crest. We read newspapers. We watch television. We know the score. Who knows more realistically than we do that living life in the fast lane may get a person to his destination quicker? But we know as old-timers what our ultimate destination is. With decent health and a bit of wealth, there’s no need to rush there. Amen!

CRABBY viewing violent, disturbing, unpleasant and occasionally idiotic programs. Often while such is playing on the screen, we daydream our time away. Are there not many more worthwhile ways to spend our leisure time? Think about it.

Questioningly, Mary Ernest

sold from one person seeking help to another. Some may even be bogus organizations that are just seeking your cash. A recent news item in the Wall Street Journal showed that 35 percent of seniors receive calls and letters asking for money. Many are legitimate but do be careful. The scammers and schemers are out to get us.

Dear Mary:

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We get so many requests for money. Is it possible that I am being taken advantage of?

I don’t know for certain, but it seems to me that your name is being

Having been at the same table, but not involved in a particular conversation, I can say that I did not miss the opportunity to remain silent.      We have what are called Smart Phones today. We recall as kids in the 1930’s and even into the 1940’s the “talking instruments” of the time might have been connected via one line to as many as half a dozen families, especially along rural areas. When calling a person on a party line, you had to be careful as to what you said as perhaps as many as five unintended people might be listening to the call. The party line passed news more quickly than did the local newspaper or radio.      A recent shoe advertisement offered footwear for as much as $600 a pair. Might they be sandals? When did you buy new shoes? My recollection is sometime about 25 years ago at the annual Allen Edmonds shoe tent sale.      Having recently been to the oilfields as a visitor, we like the story that says every oil field worker has a wife who helps support him by working in town.      Looking through a historical column in an old-time weekly newspaper, we noticed an advertisement that read: We do shaves, haircuts, and tooth extractions. The last cost $2.00 per tooth.      We have repeatedly read restaurant advertisements that offer half off on a second entree when buying the first one of equal or greater value. Such ads really let you in on how much money they really make on that first entree.      While we chose a condo in advancing age, there are many other senior alternatives to residing in that large house with the big yard and all the effort that goes with it. In addition to condos, there are apartments, senior apartment complexes, assisted living units, retirement communities, continuing care communities, and lifecare retirement communities. Before any move, the homeowner has to decide what to do with all the junk they have accumulated - donate, sell, give

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to neighbors or just throw away. Thank the people in charge for those large green garbage cans.      The wise old bird said, “I’ll owlways love you.      In this electronic age, will paperweights soon become objects of antiquity?      An aging mind can only be kept active by use. Reading is much more effective than watching and listening to television programming. The person who first said, “Use it or lose it” did know of what he spoke or wrote.      If you are one of the people who talks about how great things were 10 to 20 years ago, why then do you drive a new vehicle?      If you are becoming really unsatisfied with life around you, just paint the kitchen. You’ll be satisfied with your handiwork and the new colors will be a pleasant change.

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So, your neighbor told you… Get the real facts about our current real estate market!

When talking with my clients and those who are thinking about selling, there is so much confusion as to what is really happening, as opposed to our perception of what our friends and family hear through the grapevine. If you are using logic, you would think this would not be an opportune time to sell or buy. Unemployment is high and the future is hard to predict. We are all in the same boat wondering when we will get back to normal and how that will look on the other side of this pandemic. First the facts. Interest is at about 3% for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage. This is the lowest rate that I have seen in my long career, spanning over 40 years. This has offered a huge incentive for those who are ready to purchase a home. We know interest rates change on a dime, so buyers are wanting to find that home asap. Sellers on the other hand have held off putting their homes on the market which has created a market that totally favors any seller putting their home

MOVING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION

By Bruce Nemovitz on the market. We are seeing multiple offers in most of our sales and selling time is under 10 days in most cases if the home is priced realistically. If you look back over time, since our country was founded, your home is worth the most it has ever been worth right now! So, any seller who is not attracting a sale when on the market has their home over-priced based on its condition. We know that if we do not have one or more offers in the first 10 days, the price needs to be adjusted. Prices have risen about 6% since the beginning of the year which will

exceed the past three years which also have had solid growth. If you are a potential buyer, frustration is the general feeling as there are so few homes to choose from, and when you do you find a home, you are competing with many other would-be buyers. Buyers may have to offer over-asking prices to just have a chance to be chosen as the buyer with an accepted offer. Those who must sell their homes to buy a home are in most cases out of luck. Very few sellers will even look at an offer with a home sale contingency. Therefore, if you are thinking of downsizing and purchasing a condo, get pre-approved for a bridge loan first, so that you can finance the new property and then sell your home. If you are thinking of selling and moving to an apartment or senior community, there has never been a better time to sell. You will get top dollar and buyers will work with you as to allowing you to stay in your home until your apartment is ready for occupancy. I have

had transactions where sellers have sold and then could stay in their homes after closing. The average time from accepted offer to closing is 40 days, but we have had sellers in their homes up to 3 months after their accepted offer. This is because buyers will work with sellers to make sure they have a chance at purchasing the home. I believe we may see a surge of homes on the market once sellers feel it is safe for them to sell and that the pandemic is either on the way out or there are therapeutics that lessen the lethal aspects of this complicated virus. If that surge comes, which may be next spring, then prices will stabilize and begin to fall. Interest rates will probably begin to rise next spring at the same time inventory increases. That means there will be a shift from a current seller’s market to a buyer’s market where selling time will increase and prices decrease. When called in to meet with a seller these days, I also hear, “when the word NEMOVITZ continued on page 9

FALL IS HERE... ARE YOU PREPARED FOR THIS WINTER? This year has made many consider if they want to stay in their home and be caught in winter isolation. With winter just around the corner, you may be considering a move to a more community focused residence. If you’re looking enjoy senior living and be around more people or services, a move to a new condo, apartment or senior living community may be for you. There’s never been a better time to sell, with multiple offers in most cases due to low inventory. If you’d like to learn the value of your home, contact us to have Bruce provide a FREE evaluation.

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Do I need a living will? BETH JACOBSEN, TRUST OFFICER

The short answer is yes, you need a living will.

A living will, also sometimes called a directive to physicians or an advanced directive, is a legal document that details medical interventions you are comfortable with being used to

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happen at any time and it’s important to outline your personal choices regarding end-of-life measures. Thinking about your mortality is not an easy subject to approach. Should you become incapacitated without a living will, your immediate family will become responsible for making endof-life decisions on your behalf. By outlining your wishes, you are eliminating the often stressful, and perhaps controversial, decisions your family and healthcare providers are otherwise required to make. Completing a living will should give you and your family peace of mind. The authority granted through a living will expires when the grantor dies.

Drafting a Living Will

Living wills can be drafted by an attorney. In Wisconsin, residents can find a free living will form through the Department of Health Services’ website at dhs.wisconsin.gov. When determining your end-of-life wishes, you will have to consider your personal values and/or religious beliefs. Some of the topics addressed in a living will are: • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) • Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) • Do Not Intubate (DNI) • Mechanical Ventilation • Dialysis • Blood Transfusions • Tube Feeding • Antibiotics or Antiviral Medications • Palliative Care • Hospice Care • Organ and Tissue Donation

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One of the most important steps after completing a living will is sharing your wishes with your immediate family and those closest to you. It is also recommended that you provide a copy of your living will to your primary care physician or your local hospital to keep in your file. Like all important documents, you should also keep an original copy in a safe place where it can be easily found in the event of an emergency. A living will is one of several tools that can be used to give advance directives about your end-of-life wishes. You may also consider completing a healthcare power of attorney form. By naming a healthcare power of attorney, you give another person the authority to make healthcare decisions on your behalf if you are unable to consent to treatment. That person has authority until your condition becomes terminal, at which point end-of-life measures are outlined in your living will. Finally, it is recommended that you review your estate planning and healthcare documents routinely to confirm your wishes, or to amend your documents if your circumstances have changed. If you have a life transition such as a new medical diagnosis, a change in marital status, or the loss of a spouse, you may want to review your living will, power of attorney, or estate planning documents that you’ve previously completed. For more information on estate planning – visit SVAFinancial.com/ eGuides. Beth is a Trust Officer with SVA Trust Company. She administers trusts and other individually managed accounts as well as trust services without investment management. SVAFinancial.com – jacobsenb@svafinancial.com

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Scammers are at it again! I so wish that everyone would use their talents and energy for good purposes, but unfortunately there are people who focus on frauds and scams. Recently I learned that the confusion of the pandemic is making it easier for fraudsters to prey on older adults. One scam is an old one that is resurfacing – the Medicare durable equipment scam. This scam involves a phone call to an older adult with the scammer explaining that they have free (through Medicare) equipment such as back braces and neck braces. The scammer will ask the older adult about any pain they may have, and really, who among us doesn’t have pain somewhere? The scammer then offers to send a “free” piece of medical equipment once the older adult shares their Medicare information. NEMOVITZ continued from page 5

got out that I was thinking of selling, I received several calls from would-be buyers that wanted to see my home before putting it on the market with an agent.” In almost every case, once I completed my market estimate, and suggested a list price, the seller told those buyers in waiting and then never heard from them again. The best advice when getting calls from neighbors and their families to buy your home is to let them know you will put your home on the market to all buyers and they are free to stop in and make an offer. You as a seller want all buyers to have an opportunity to purchase your home and get the best price and terms possible. You want to give yourself the best chance to attract more than one offer where buyers compete and thus drive up the price. The only thing we can count on in life is change. Just when you think things will stay the same, they change on a dime. I always tell my wouldbe sellers that the market will usually change quickly on a world event. This time the pandemic, last time the 2008 housing recession. Next time, who knows? Bruce Nemovitz is a Senior Real Estate Specialist, a Certified Residential Specialist, as well as Certified Senior Advisor. He has started a company to help agents

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By Kathy Gale At this point the older adult may decide to decline the equipment, and the scammer will claim that if the older adult won’t share personal information the scammer will call Medicare and have benefits suspended or call the older adult’s doctor to report noncompliance. Neither of these things is true! Another Medicare scam comes through a robocall, or recorded voice, that directs you to enter your Medicare information through the phone. Don’t across the country understand the unique perspectives of seniors and their families as they transition from their long-time homes. Bruce sells residential homes in the four county Milwaukee-Metro area and has done so for over 35 years. He has published a book called “Moving in the Right Direction”, A Senior’s Guide to Moving and Downsizing. Bruce has written a second book for the children of seniors, “Guiding Our Parents in the Right Direction”, Practical Advice about Seniors Moving from the Home They Love. These books are now available at https://www. brucesteam.com/bruces-books/. Past articles about moving and downsizing and other important information can be found at www.BrucesTeam.com. His website information centers on the challenge of moving from a long-time home into a senior apartment or community. Bruce received the 2010 “Realtor of the Year” from the board of the GMAR (Greater Milwaukee Association of Realtors with almost 4,000 members). He has been listed in Milwaukee Magazine’s 5-Star Agents list for the last seven years in a row. As such, he’s one of only a handful of Realtors who are continually included in the top 7% in client satisfaction in the Milwaukee Metro area. He’s rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau and was a finalist for Concordia College’s Ethical Business Leadership Award. He works with his wife Jeanne at Realty Executives Integrity.

do it! This is a slick way for a scammer to steal your identity. You have the power – simply hang up the phone. No need to even be polite or say anything, just hang up. Then report the scam to the Wisconsin Senior Medicare Patrol at 888-818-2611 to help track the scammers. Maybe if

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enough of us hang up and report them, the scammers will find some new, productive hobbies. Kathy Gale is Executive Director, Eras Senior Network, Inc. More information about Eras Senior Network, Inc. can be found at www.Eras.org.

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There is a predictable progression many of us go through as we make a decision to stop living beyond our means. We get cheap. In fact, some even call us cheapskates -- a label that I enjoy because it proves that I’m not the person I used to be (a credit card junkie and a totally whacked-out spendthrift). It didn’t take long for me to adopt a mindset that if cheap is good, then cheaper must be even better. As noble as that thought might seem -- and as painful as it is to admit it -- that is not always true. Sometimes, the cheapest option ends up costing the most. It’s a wise person who can see the big picture, not just the cash outlay on the front end. Case in point: Our house was in desperate need of paint. Spending thousands of dollars to have it painted made me queasy. So, when one of the bids came in much lower than the others, I jumped on it. I figured paint is paint. We’d get the house painted and still have money in the bank. It never looked that great, and we were very disappointed from the start. Before even two years passed, the paint job failed. The trim cracked and peeled, making our paint look 10 years old, not two. By the time we reached the three-year mark, paint was falling in chunks from the stucco. It was truly pathetic, and we lived with that mess far longer than I like to admit. I know now that our cheap paint job cost us

far more in the long run than if we’d gone with the highest bid. There are other times when buying the highest quality you can afford is the cheapest way to go. Buying a mattress, putting on a new roof, dental care, a decent pair of shoes -- all of these are places where you are likely to pay less in the long run by opting for the most quality you can afford at the outset. So, how do you know whether you should go for the most quality you can afford or the cheapest price you can find? Ask yourself this question: “How long do I want this item to last?” If the answer is “as long as possible,” that’s a sign that you need to buy the highest quality you can afford. If your answer is something like “until the end of the wedding reception,” you don’t need quality. You need to focus on finding the best-looking wedding dress at the cheapest price. Who cares if the quality is so poor it couldn’t make it down the aisle multiple times? Knowing when to buy the highest quality you can afford and when to go for the cheapest price you can find is a learned skill. The more you practice the better you’ll get at it. And the better you get the more you will enjoy the finer things in life that will turn out to be the cheapest way to go after all. Would you like more information? Go to EverydayCheapskate.com for links and resources for recommended products and services in this column. Mary invites questions, comments and tips at EverydayCheapskate.com, “Ask Mary.”

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also features a historic barn, activity garden, and a seasonal farm stand that will be preserved from its previous operation. 1105 Davidson Rd. • Brookfield • 262-641-9020 At Asura, the advantages to aging in place in assisted living includes Aubergebrookfield.com Auberge at Brookfield is an 80-unit comprised of private/companion safety, socialization, supportive care, in-home access to services, and prerooms. There is a community fee of $4,500. The mandatory meal plan is serving quality of life. Azura’s Brookfield community features four homes on its ground; included in the rent. The advantages of assisted living to an older adult: Memory Care spe- two homes specializing in memory care and the other two homes for cific community, 24-hr. nursing, SPARK inspired by Montessori meth- those seeking general assisted living. You will have peace of mind knowods of programming, quality dining, socialization with peers, medication ing your loved one is receiving high-quality care led by a team of dedicated directors, nurses, caregivers, and therapists. management, PT/OT on-site. Special advantages offered at Auberge at Brookfield: purpose built to memory care; associate training in dementia; all-inclusive pricing for all AZURA MEMORY CARE levels of care; purpose driven engagement, 23,000 sq. ft. courtyard, pet 540 East Forest Street • Oconomowoc • 414-405-2205 www.azuramemory.com friendly. Azura Memory Care was awarded The Best of Senior Living in Oconomowoc for 2017, 2018 and 2019. We are conveniently located adAZURA OF BROOKFIELD AT MIEROW FARM jacent to the Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital ProHealth Care. 16030 Washington Drive • Brookfield • 800-842-9872 Our goal is to provide a high quality of life for our residents through www.azuramemory.com Azura of Brookfield at Mierow Farm has 60 assisted living units made personalized engagement and purposeful daily living. Our home was deup of studio and 1 & 2-bedroom apartments and 48 memory care units, signed to support those with dementia through all stages of the disease. which are all private rooms with private baths. Monthly rent starts at The Fowler and Lac La Belle homes are joined by a community room with amenities such as the Blue Sky Cafe’, spa and a salon. We further $4,000 and includes all meals. Azura’s MOSAIC Philosophy and training program ensures our team support the needs of our residents by providing them and their families provides exceptional care and personalized engagements including cre- with a multi-sensory room, secure outside courtyard with walking path, ative expression, small group peer interactions, intergenerational activ- screened-in porch and indoor areas for exercise and walking. All of these ities, spiritual services and much more! Azura’s Brookfield community amenities are offered in a complete and supportive care setting.

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As the premier provider for the Oconomowoc area, our care services include a dedicated Registered Nurse on staff, medication management, and personalized management of behavioral expressions, including sundowning, wandering and anxiety. In addition to our care services, we include nutritious meals and snacks, housekeeping and laundry. Each of our private suites is fully furnished and equipped with a private bath, roll-in shower, built-in cabinetry, and a safety response system. Also available is an enhanced private suite option for couples or for those looking for a little more space. Azura Memory Care’s specialized care is based on our exclusive MOSAIC training and engagement program, which uses cutting-edge dementia approaches and techniques to help our caregivers fully understand the disease process and equip them with ways to properly approach, communicate and engage those within our care. At Azura our mission is to Transform the Culture of Care. We invite you to visit our home at any time or call Laura Volz, Director of Community Relations at 414-405-2205 for a personalized tour today!

AZURA MEMORY CARE OF FOX POINT

7770 North Port Washington Road • Fox Point • 414-208-5215 www.azuramemory.com The Azura Memory Care of Fox Point community is comprised of 80 private rooms with private baths and 8 rooms large enough for a couple to share. Monthly rent starts at $6,800 and includes all meals at no additional charge. The community has four households joined by several common areas that will provide residents, families, and guests a variety of options for socialization and engagement including; North Shore Café, wellness center w/Spa & salon, community & private party rooms, screened porches, and secured outdoor courtyard. At Azura, the advantages to aging in place in assisted living includes: safety, socialization, supportive memory care, in-home access to services, and preserving quality of life. Azura Memory Care provides daily, life-enriching quality of life programming and maintains a holistic approach to care. You will have peace of mind knowing your loved one is receiving high-quality memory care led by a team of dedicated directors, nurses, caregivers, and therapists.

AZURA MEMORY CARE OF OAK CREEK

8772 S. Mayhew Dr. • Oak Creek • 262-220-3574 www.azuramemory.com Azura Memory Care of Oak Creek offers 48 units, three suite levels (single to double rooms included). Monthly rent range is $5,300 - $8,800 with a mandatory meal plan included. When you visit Azura, you will witness their everyday use of MOSAIC principles through creative expression, small group peer interactions, special interest clubs, intergenerational activities, one-on-one engagements with caregivers, outdoor activities, daily themes, church services, supervised baking, music and much more!

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SENIOR HOUSING GUIDE At Azura, the advantages to aging in place in assisted living include safety, socialization, supportive memory care, in-home access to services and most importantly, preserving quality of life. Our home offers a warm, loving atmosphere that offers high quality, relationship-based memory care. MOSAIC training ensures the team provides exceptional care and personalized engagements that result in moments of joy every day.

BECHER TERRACE

1800 W. Becher St. • Milwaukee • 414-383-3244 www.anewstarr.com Becher Terrace offers 80 units, one-bedroom/one-bath and two-bedroom/one-bath options.

BEL-OAK APARTMENTS

8801-8811-8821 W. Oaklahoma Ave. • Milwaukee • 414-543-4579 Beloak.com Exceptionally clean apartment homes with underground parking for one car and a storage locker in the basement. Elevator, car wash area. Locked lobby with intercom system that calls your phone. Appliances included are range, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and a washer/dryer in the unit. Each apartment also has it’s own furnace and air conditioning unit. Bel-Oak Apartments are 2-bedroom, 2 bath apartment homes with one bath having a walk-in shower. Some units have extra-large kitchens and dinette. Monthly rent ranges from $1,195 - $1,375. Residents of Bel-Oak Apartments enjoy walking, biking, and enjoying Euclid Park which is a Milwaukee County Park adjacent to Bel-Oak.

BELL TOWER PLACE SENIOR APARTMENTS

7760 S. 51st Street • Franklin • 414-254-8410 www.horizonseniorhousing.com Independent senior, 55+, market rate. Bell Tower Place is located in a great, residential neighborhood. The community is perfectly located to all of the modern conveniences you need to live an independent, maintenance-free lifestyle. There are 1 and 2-bedrooms, balcony or patio on select apartments with heat included. There is a $100 refundable application fee. Bell Tower Place is a non-smoking community. Residents enjoy coffee chats, potlucks and game nights.

BREEZEWOOD VILLAGE I & II

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access to grocery stores, gas stations, bank, beauty shops and restaurants. Monthly rent with heat included! 1 BR $695, 2 BR $800. We’re conveniently located off of Hwy 16, Hartland/Merton exit. Call to schedule a tour with our friendly and experienced staff today!

BROOKFIELD CONDO-STYLE APARTMENTS 201 S. Brookfield Rd. • Brookfield • 414-297-9880 Luxury independent senior living with your own private front door and address (no long hallways). Your own private attached garage, which opens directly into your apartment (no underground parking and elevator ride). Units have 1 1/2 or 2 full baths with walk-in shower stall and a full sized, side-by-side washer and dryer, fireplace. Most pets are O.K. *Ask about our special.

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BURNHAM VILLAGE APARTMENTS

5202 W. Burnham Street • West Milwaukee • 262-240-9406 ext. 4 www.beckerpropertyservices.com Burnham Village Apartments offer independent living with supportive services. Subsidized rental housing based on income. Tenants pay 30% of income for rent. Gas heat and hot water included. On-site resident management. One bedroom one bath apartments include secured entry, parking, bus line access, laundry facilities, cable TV, handicap accessibility and convenient access to interstate and shopping.

CEDAR GLEN SENIOR APARTMENTS

1661 Rivers Bend Lane • Wauwatosa • 262-719-3884 www.horizonseniorhousing.com Independent senior, 55+, affordable income restrictions apply. Cedar Glen is an independent senior community centrally located in Wauwatosa. Affordable income restrictions apply. There are 1 and 2-bedroom,

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SENIOR HOUSING GUIDE balcony or patio, stainless steel appliances, washer & dryer in select units, with heat included. There is a refundable $100 application fee. Residents enjoy coffee chats, fitness classes, potlucks and abundant activities held in the community room that will keep your social calendar busy all year long!

CENTENNIAL SENIOR APARTMENTS

400 E. Centennial Dr. • Oak Creek • 414-762-7762 WimmerCommunities.com Independent Senior Living Community for 55 and Better! Market rent & Section 42, income limits may apply. Conveniently located within a mile of everything! Sunlit rooms, nice sized kitchens with all major appliances, safe bathrooms and great closet space. Rent includes underground parking, laundry, storage locker, activities and pool. Friendly and fun community encouraging friendships and an active lifestyle. Pet friendly. Smoke-free. Tours by appointment. Living arrangements include 1 BD/1 Bath, 2 BD/1 Bath, great closet space, all units have balcony or patio, spacious rooms. Monthly rent $800/1BD, $950/2BD, rent includes underground parking and free laundry. Medical services include wellness nurse, podiatrist, audiologist and flu shots on-site. The Centennial offers Wii bowling, Bingo, Socials, live entertainment, seasonal parties, family night and craft fair and more! Supportive services include weekly transportation for grocery shopping, country store, salon, chapel and fitness room. A beautiful senior community in an ideal location!

CLEMENT MANOR

9339 W. Howard Ave. • Greenfield • 414-546-7000 www.clementmanor.com Clement Manor assisted living apartments are part of a full continuum of housing and healthcare services. Everything you need is under one roof. Couples can live together when only one person needs care. Studios, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments. Participate in a variety of programs that support your independence, creativity, wellness, spirituality and zest for life! Amenities include a wellness center, convenience store, lifelong learning courses and occupational, physical and speech therapy on site. Catholic Mass and Protestant services. The continuum also includes Memory Care Assisted Living (CBRF). Sponsored by School Sisters of St. Francis.

CREST VIEW SENIOR APARTMENTS

3904 South Prairie Hill Lane • Greenfield • 414-541-3333 www.horizonseniorhousing.com Independent senior, 55+, affordable, income restrictions apply. Located at Woodland Ridge, Crest View sits adjacent to Towering Woods Nature Center allowing for beautiful outdoor scenery and tranquil walking paths. Crest View offers its residents an independent, maintenance-free lifestyle. There are one and two-bedroom apartments, washer/dryer in select apartments, extra storage included, heat included. The refundable application fee is $100. Residents of Crest View enjoy game nights, coffee chats, and potlucks. Crest View offers a weekly shopping bus for the residents.

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1101 Silver Lake Street • Oconomowoc • 262-320-EVIN www.evinsenior.com Evin at Oconomowoc offers 23 various size studio apartments. Rent starts at $4,250 and includes meals. They have customized programs to meet the unique needs of your loved ones. Some of the advantages of assisted living are: socialization, increased activity, safety and peace of mind, customized assistance with activities of daily living and nutritionally balanced meals. There are many advantages to living at Evin at Oconomowoc: delicious and nutritionally balanced meals, special diets accommodated, designer spa with relaxing whirlpool tub, secure outdoor activity courtyard and specially designed indoor walking route. Safety features including advanced call system and customizable health monitoring devices. In-residence primary care services available through our partnership with Oak Medical CBRF and memory care.

FORESTHILL HIGHLANDS APARTMENTS AND TOWNHOMES 55+

8930 West Highland Park Avenue • Franklin • 414-425-6611 HighlandsCommunities.com Foresthill Highlands offers spacious one and two-bedroom apartments and townhomes. Our beautiful 94-acre wooded, and resort-like community is nestled into a park-like setting that offers walking paths, picnic areas, recreational areas and more! All of the buildings are equipped with elevators, access-controlled entries with intercoms and heated underground parking. Each apartment/townhome is equipped with gas forced heat, central air conditioning, fully equipped kitchens, oversized and walk-in closets, tub or walk-in showers, additional storage, washer/dryer connections or conveniently located community laundry rooms. Common areas include: Fireside Room and Community Room, Fitness Center, Library, Computer Center, Salon. Enjoy a variety of social FIRST WEBER, VICKI MARCINIAK activities, travel, trips and tours including: catered dinners, Euchre, guest 2750A Golf Road • Delafield • 414-243-5584 speakers and entertainers, area concerts, exercise and fitness classes, edwww.VickiMarciniak.FirstWeber.com ucational seminars, themed parties, card games, bocce ball, shuffleboard, Specializing in residential real estate for 15+ years. Special designa- horseshoes and more! Some apartments reserved for moderate income. tion in working with seniors. In 2019, a member of First Weber’s Presi- Become part of the Highlands family and Live the Highlands Life Today! dent’s Circle – Gold.

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FOREST RIDGE

11077 W. Forest Home Ave. • Hales Corners • 414-425-1148 Wimmercommunities.com Affiliated with Wimmer Communities, Forest Ridge has 259 one and two-bedroom independent and assisted living apartments. The rent ranges from $900 - $2,500. There is a mandatory meal plan for the assisted living which consists of a flexible meal plan: lunch and/or dinner available daily. Dinner is $8, lunch $10.50; weekly and monthly purchase discount. Some of the programs and recreation offered include: museums, plays, lunch/dinner out, educational speakers, games, crafts, exercise, cooking demonstrations, parties and small group discussions. At Forest Ridge there is a dedicated team to help you remain as independent as possible while meeting your health care needs. There is no need to move from your apartment when you choose assisted living; our services come to you.

GARDEN TERRACE

10851 W. Donna Dr. • Milwaukee • 414-431-0300 www.anewstarr.com Garden Terrace has 80 units comprised of: studio/one bath, one-bedroom/one-bath and two-bedroom/one-bath.

GONZAGA VILLAGE APARTMENTS

1415 S. 92nd St • West Allis • 262-240-9406 Ext. 4 www.beckerpropertyservices.com Gonzaga Village Apartments is senior housing for 62 plus years. Gonzaga Village offers independent living with supportive services. Subsidized rental housing based on income. Tenants pay 30 percent of income for rent. Gas heat and hot water are included. They have an on-site resident manager. They offer one-bedroom, one-bath apartments which include: appliances, secure entry, parking, bus line access, laundry facilities, air conditioning, cable TV, handicap accessibility, and convenient access to shopping and the interstate.

GRANVILLE HEIGHTS SENIOR APARTMENTS

6840 Granville Circle • Milwaukee • 414-357-6740 www.horizonseniorhousing.com Independent senior, 55+, affordable income restrictions apply. Granville Heights is centrally located for easy access to grocery stores, churches, clinics and more. The community offers a relaxing, maintenance-free lifestyle with an abundance of activities. Affordable income restrictions apply. They offer 1 & 2-bedrooms, balcony or patio on select apartments, access to discounted cable, with heat included. There is a $100 refundable application fee. Granville Heights is a non-smoking community. Residents enjoy card games, movie nights, catered meals and coffee chats.

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4955 S. Greenbrook Terrace • Greenfield • 414-282-5044 Enjoy our senior community here at Greenbrook Terrace where you will have a lifestyle of tranquility and convenience. Scenic grounds and excellent views come with all of our units. Apartments feature air conditioning, extra storage, controlled intercom entry, wall-to-wall carpeting, frost-free refrigerator freezer, electric range, abundant closet space, and bathtub grab bars with an electronic alert system in the bathroom. Living arrangements include one bedroom, one bath, spacious floor plans, large windows, private parking, spacious closets and laundry facilities. Income restricted senior living with income limited. Popular activities include the community garden, Monday movies on big screen TV, card club and monthly luncheon. Supportive activity services include an onsite hair salon. We’re located one mile to Southridge Mall and close to grocery store.

and memory care units. There are 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom, 2 bath layouts available. Monthly rent starts at $2,775, with a $3,000 non-refundable enrollment/endowment fee. We have on RCAC assisted living with our independent community; no need to move apartments. Residents enjoy many activities including: Lake Geneva Boat tour, movies at the BistroPlex, China Lights, educational seminars and free auctions. There is also weekly transport to local shopping centers.

HERITAGE AT DEER CREEK

3585 S. 147th St. • New Berlin • 262-789-6600 www.heritagesenior.com Located in New Berlin, part of bustling Waukesha County, Heritage at Deer Creek is a 76-unit community (with Assisted Living and Enhanced Assisted Living apartments and Memory Care suites) that offers personalized care paired with all the comforts of home. Assisted apartments range from studio to two-bedroom floor plans and include kitchHARBOUR VILLAGE enettes, individually controlled heat and air and spacious storage spaces, 5700 Mockingbird Lane • Greendale • 414-421-9600 in addition to full bathrooms with walk-in showers. All utilities except Harbourseniorliving.com Harbour Village has 32 years of experience making senior’s quality of telephone are included. Memory Care suites are located in a separate, life better. Our extensive programming calendar, transportation to med- secure section of the building and contain a full bathroom with walk-in ical appointments and shopping centers, warming atmosphere and expe- shower. Community amenities include a serene outdoor walking path rienced staff make it all happen. Our exceptional dining program ensures around a pond, cozy sun rooms for relaxation, a salon/barbershop, outdoor patios and courtyards, spa rooms with a tub and walk-in shower, our residents have a white tablecloth, 5-star experience. Harbour Village is comprised of independent living, assisted living Wi-Fi throughout the building and daily activities.

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HERITAGE COURT MENOMONEE FALLS

N48 W14250 Hampton Ave. • Menomonee Falls • 262-781- 6930 www.heritagesenior.com Heritage Court, located in the quiet village of Menomonee Falls, opened its doors in November 2004. Since then, the inviting 36-unit property has been home to residents experiencing dementia and Alzheimer’s who enjoy a small, close-knit community, excellent amenities and unparalleled care. Heritage Court utilizes a unique dementia care program called Toddy’s Touch, which incorporates: multisensory stimulation to help reduce stress and anxiety; personalized music therapy to evoke positive feelings and promote relaxation; pet, aroma and art therapies; and specially trained staff who provide individualized care and coordinated activities.

HERITAGE COURT WAUKESHA

1831 Meadow Lane • Pewaukee • 262-542-3434 www.heritagesenior.com Heritage Court Waukesha is a dedicated memory care community with 36 spacious studio and one-bedroom suites. The uncomplicated design allows residents to stroll freely through the building without encountering dead ends, while the building’s secure access and sensory alarms provide an extra level of safety and security. Residents receive specialized care, including a thorough assessment upon admission, which ensures their unique needs are met. Specially trained staff members provide multisensory and alternative therapies, in addition to daily activities and home-cooked, nutritionally balanced meals.

Breezewood Village is an apartment community for independent adults who are over 55 or people with disabilities. Located in quiet Hartland we offer studios, one & two bedroom units. Invite visitors and friends to chat in our community room with TV and full kitchen.

We offer the best in affordable housing for Seniors! Enjoy our park-like setting, pathways and patios! • Free WiFi • Secure Entry with intercom • Easy access to grocery store, gas stations, bank, beauty shops and restaurants • Conveniently located off HWY 16, Hartland/Merton exit • On-Site Maintenance

• 24-Hour Emergency Line • Senior Dining Mealsite provided M-W-F • Select Handicapped Accessible Units • Utilities Included: Heat/Water/ Sewer/Trash

Call to schedule a tour with our friendly and experienced staff today!

BREEZEWOOD VILLAGE 450 Sunnyslope Dr Hartland Phone: 262.367.2868 Fax: 262.367.2877

HERITAGE ELM GROVE

800 Wall Street • Elm Grove • 262-786-5800 www.heritagesenior.com Heritage Elm Grove is a modern 97-unit community that offers multiple levels of care, including Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living and Memory Care, allowing residents to age in place as their health care needs change. Assisted Living offers seniors the opportunity to enjoy their independence while receiving the right amount of care for their unique needs, while Enhanced Assisted Living is available to those who need higher levels of physical and medical assistance. Memory Care residents receive compassionate, individualized care 24 hours a day, in addition to musical, pet and multisensory therapies and daily activities. Heritage Elm Grove also offers a gym and on-site physical therapy, a theater room, spa rooms with tub and walk-in shower, a pub area, full-service laundry and outdoor lounging areas.

HERITAGE LAKE APARTMENTS

5020 South 55th Street • Greenfield • 414-282-0506 Independent Living at Heritage Lake Apartments. Heat, water, underground parking, all appliances included. Laundry on each floor. Close to shopping, churches and medical facilities. Park like setting, community room, patio and 2 heated pools. Activities include Bingo monthly. Living arrangements available include 2 BR- 2 bath - 930 sq. ft. to 1056 sq. ft. Monthly rent starting at $965.

Apartments Exceptionally clean apartment homes including underground parking for one car and a storage locker in the basement. Elevator, car wash area. Locked lobby with intercom system that calls your phone. Appliances included are range, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and a washer/dryer in the unit. Each apartment has central air conditioning.

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2975 Village Square Drive • Hartland • 262-367-2975 www.heritagesenior.com Opened in spring 2017, Heritage Lake Country in Hartland provides state-of-the-art accommodations and amenities for Independent, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living and Memory Care residents. Heritage Lake Country’s studio, one- and two-bedroom units boast kitchenettes with stainless steel appliances, high-quality cabinetry and granite counter tops (Assisted/Independent), private bathrooms with walk-in showers, radiant baseboard/ radiant floor heat, an air conditioner in each unit and large windows, in addition to spacious storage areas. Community amenities include a warm-water pool, spacious gym, on-site therapy, movie theater, salon, pub/social area, home-cooked, nutritionally balanced meals and a patio with a fire ring and gas grill. All residents receive

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a thorough assessment to ensure their unique care needs are met, and highly trained caregivers work closely with RNs and residents’ physicians to provide personalized health and wellness programs, nutritional dining programs and medication monitoring.

HERITAGE MUSKEGO

S64 W13780 Janesville Rd. • Muskego • 414-425-7155 www.heritagesenior.com A brand-new, 108-unit community located along Janesville Road, Heritage Muskego offers a full continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living and Memory Care. On-site amenities include a movie theater with club seating, rehabilitation gym and therapy services, a warm-water pool, salon/barbershop and convenience store, as well as an outdoor patio with fire pit and gas grills. Meals are chef-prepared in-house and include a range of nutritious options, as well as a premier menu. Assisted and Memory Care residents receive three meals a day, while Independent residents receive one lunch, with the option to purchase additional meals if desired. Heritage Muskego’s high-end units come complete with a full kitchen (Independent) or kitchenette (Assisted) with stainless steel appliances and high-quality cabinetry, as well as granite counter tops, private bathrooms with walkin showers and in-floor radiant heat. With 24/7 staff, a full-time licensed nurse, ongoing staff training and personalized emergency call pendants, families can rest easy knowing that their loved one’s care is in good hands.

HERITAGE WEST ALLIS

My Choice Family Care and Care Wisconsin are managed care organizations committed to a better kind of care for people who need it most - seniors, adults with disabilities, and the families and friends who support them. We are a team of professional and community-based caregivers working with Wisconsin’s Family Care program to deliver custom services that put members in charge of their health and independence.

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7901 W. National Ave. • West Allis • 414-302-9700 www.heritagesenior.com Located in a bustling Milwaukee suburb with a plethora of nearby activities, Heritage West Allis is a vibrant 78-unit community with Independent, Assisted Living and Memory Care options. Onsite amenities include a pub and social area, spa rooms with a tub and walk-in shower, multiple spacious activity rooms, a salon, Wi-Fi throughout and a massage suite, in addition to an on-site bank and convenience store. Staff members are on-hand 24/7, and a full-time licensed nurse and personalized call pendants provide peace of mind for families and residents. Daily activities, including exercise, art projects, music and intergenerational events, create an active atmosphere. In addition, Memory Care residents benefit from Heritage’s Toddy’s Touch memory care approach, which utilizes alternative therapies and person-centered care to help those with Alzheimer’s or dementia lead a full and meaningful life.

HIGH GROVE SENIOR APARTMENTS

3940 S. Prairie Hill Lane • Greenfield • 414-541-3333 www.horizonseniorhousing.com Independent, 62+, market rates apply. Located at Woodland Ridge, High Grove sits adjacent to Towering Woods Nature Center allowing for beautiful outdoor scenery and tranquil walking paths. High Grove offers its residents an independent, maintenance-free lifestyle. There are one and two-bedroom apartments, washer/dryer in unit, balcony or patio, storage, fireplaces in select apartments. The refundable application fee is $100. Residents of High Grove enjoy game nights, coffee chats, and pot-

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showers, additional storage, washer/dryer connections or conveniently located community laundry rooms. Common areas include: Fireside HIGHLANDS AT RIVERWALK APARTMENTS 55+ Room and Community Room, Theatre, Fitness Center, Hair Salon, Li10954 N. Cedarburg Rd. • Mequon • 262-243-8888 brary/Computer Center, Guest Suite, Multi-purpose Activity Room and HighlandsCommunities.com more! Enjoy a variety of social activities, travel, trips and tours including: The Highlands at Riverwalk offers spacious one and two-bedroom catered dinners, social hour, guest speakers and entertainers, area conapartments. Enjoy Mequon and all that it has to offer with the conve- certs, exercise and fitness classes, educational seminars, themed parties, nience of nearby shopping and restaurants, parks and recreation and movies, card games and more! Become part of the Highlands family and specialty shops. Our building is equipped with elevators, access-con- Live the Highlands Life Today! trolled entries with intercoms and heated underground parking. Each apartment is equipped with gas forced heat, central air conditioning, ful- HILL CREST SENIOR APARTMENTS ly equipped kitchens, oversized and walk-in closets, tub or walk-in show- 3993 S. Prairie Hill Lane • Greenfield ers, additional storage, washer/dryer connections or conveniently locat- www.horizonseniorhousing.com Independent, 55+, income restrictions apply. Located at Woodland ed community laundry rooms. Common areas include: Fireside Room and Community Room, Billiards Room, Theater, Fitness Center, Library/ Ridge, Hill Crest sits adjacent to Towering Woods Nature Center allowComputer Center, Guest Suite and more! Enjoy a variety of social activ- ing for beautiful outdoor scenery and tranquil walking paths. Hill Crest ities, travel, trips and tours including: catered dinners, social hour, guest offers its residents an independent, maintenance-free lifestyle. There are speakers and entertainers, area concerts, exercise and fitness classes, ed- one and two-bedroom apartments, balcony or patio on select apartments. ucational seminars, themed parties, movies, card games and more! Live The refundable application fee is $100. Residents of Hill Crest enjoy game nights, coffee chats, and potlucks. Hill Crest offers a weekly shopping bus the Highlands Life Today! for the residents.

HIGHLANDS AT WILDWOOD LAKE APARTMENTS 55+

HILLSIDE WOODS I & II SENIOR APARTMENTS

N77 W17700 Lake Park Drive • Menomonee Falls • 262-251-9999 HighlandsCommunities.com The Highlands at Wildwood Lake offers spacious one and two-bedroom apartments. Our beautiful quiet country setting overlooks a private lake surrounded by a 1/4-mile walking path, beautiful landscaping and abundant wildlife. Our building is equipped with elevators, access-controlled entries with intercoms and heated underground parking. Each apartment is equipped with gas forced heat, central air conditioning, fully equipped kitchens, oversized and walk-in closets, tub or walk-in

Delafield • 262-370-2662 www.horizonseniorhousing.com Independent senior, 55+, market rate housing. Hillside Woods I & II is located atop a hill on a quiet cul-de-sac. They offer 1 & 2-bedroom apartments, heat included (building I) washer/dryer in select apartments, balcony or patio in select apartments. There is a $100 refundable application fee. Shops, grocery stores and restaurants are just a short distance away with transportation services available. Residents enjoy potlucks, book club, movie night, card games, and coffee chats. Hillside Woods I & II are non-smoking communities.

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P.O. Box 324 • Milwaukee • 414-286-5678 The Housing Authority provides subsidized housing for low-income persons who are elderly (62 years of age and older) or near elderly (persons 50-61 years of age and older) and adults with disabilities. The majority of our apartments are one-bedroom apartments; however, a few two-bedroom units are occasionally available for those households requiring a second bedroom. Our affordable units are conveniently located at 17 different locations throughout Milwaukee. They are located on or near bus lines and shopping. Some units are fully wheelchair accessible with roll-in showers; social service and recreational activities are also available. Professional on-site management, 24-hour security and emergency maintenance service. Monthly rent is typically 30 percent of income and some income restrictions may apply. We have a number of community partners that provide supportive services to our residents. Popular activities include movie nights, bingo, various clubs, special shopping trips, and other recreation.

Greenfield • 414-698-5216 Joann specializes in condo sales, residential and commercial real estate sales. As your realtor, I am with you every step of the way! As we explore all of your options, I will explain closing costs and the Title and closing process before your home goes on the market. If you are looking to re-locate, I specialize in Senior living, including condominiums and apartments. Call me. Let’s sit down and talk!

LEXINGTON HERITAGE

5020 S. 107th St. • Greenfield • 414-425-9551 www.heritagesenior.com Lexington Heritage, located in a quaint corner of bustling Greenfield, is an inviting 20-unit Assisted Living community that’s perfect for residents who enjoy a close-knit environment, premium amenities and unparalleled care. Multidisciplinary staff members treat each resident like family and are committed to making them feel truly at home. Studio, oneand two-bedroom apartments are available, all with private bathrooms, walk-in showers, in-unit kitchenettes, wall-to-wall carpeting and spacious storage spaces. Residents are provided three chef-prepared meals a day, in addition to themed meals and special twists on local favorites.

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Studio, one and two bedroom apartments • anewstarr.com Assisted Living Services GARDEN TERRACE Offering GARDEN PLACE Section 8 vouchers accepted Section 8 vouchers accepted

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• Full kitchens, roll-in showers, additional storage space • All utilities included except electric • Individually controlled heat and A/C • Restaurant-style dining • Craft Room • Exercise center with equipment • Computers with internet service available • Laundry facilities on every ﬂoor • Some balcony apartments available • Underground parking for an additional fee

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• Full kitchens, roll-in showers, additional storage space available • All utilities included except electric • Some balcony apartments available • Family gathering areas, exercise center, computers with internet, laundry facilities on every ﬂoor • Underground parking available for an additional fee Studios $360-615 1bd $375-$855 2br $775-$935 • Individually controlled heat & A/C 414.755.6200 • 8425 N. 107th St • Milwaukee, WI 53224

CLARKE SQUARE TERRACE Section 8 vouchers accepted • Full kitchens, roll-in showers, additional storage space available • All utilities included except electric • Individually controlled heat and A/C • Family gathering areas, exercise center with equipment, computers with internet service available, laundry facilities available on every ﬂoor • Some balcony apartments available • Underground parking for an additional fee

• Full kitchens, roll-in showers, additional storage space • All utilities included except electric • Individually controlled heat and A/C • Restaurant-style dining • Craft Room • Exercise center with equipment • Country Store • Computers with internet service available 1bd $610-$715 • 2br $715-$735 • Laundry facilities on every ﬂoor • Beauty/Barber Shop No Studios Studios $490-$600 • Some balcony apartments available 1bd $515-$780 • 2br $740-$780 Just North of National Avenue • Underground parking for an additional fee 414.431.0687 • 1740 W. Pierce Street • Milwaukee, WI 53204 414.383.3244 • 1800 W. Becher Street • Milwaukee, WI 53215 Income Restrictions May Apply

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SENIOR HOUSING GUIDE With an open-concept kitchen and dining room, a cozy sitting area with MUSKEGO CONDO-STYLE APARTMENTS fireplace, an outdoor sitting and gardening area and daily activities, res- Muskego • 414-297-9880 idents can enjoy all the comforts of home in a safe, secure environment. Luxury independent living with your own private front door and address. (No long hallways). Private 1 or 2-car garage (no underground LINCOLN VILLAGE PORT WASHINGTON parking and elevator ride). 1 or 2 full baths with walk-in shower. Full1330 W. Lincoln Ave. • Port Washington • 262-268-1300 sized, side-by-side washer and dryer. Rent is $1,095 and up. Most pets www.lincolnvillageseniorliving.com ok. Lincoln Village is a premiere Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living and Memory Care community located a few miles from the lake- NEW BERLIN CONDO-STYLE APARTMENTS front in Port Washington. Lincoln Village offers spacious studio, one-and 17101 W. National Ave • New Berlin • 414-297-9880 two-bedroom Assisted and Enhanced Assisted apartments with modern Luxury independent senior living with your own private front door kitchenettes, and open-concept memory care suites with private bath- and address (no long hallways). Your own private 2-car attached garage, rooms and spacious closets. Residents can enjoy an on-site beauty salon, which open directly into your apartment (no underground parking and a pub and social area, open- concept and private dining rooms, on-site elevator ride). Units have 2 full baths with shower stall and a full-sized, physical therapy and outdoor sitting and dining areas. Daily life enrich- side-by-side washer and dryer, fireplace. Most pets are O.K. *Ask about ing activities, ranging from intergenerational events and Wii sports to art our special. projects and pet therapy, ensure that residents stay active – body, mind and spirit. Plus, Lincoln Village’s specialized memory care program combines person-centered care techniques with multisensory and alternative therapies to help residents relax and engage.

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13800 Park Central Boulevard • New Berlin • 262-821-5106 HighlandsCommunities.com Parkwood Highlands offers spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments and townhomes. Enjoy all the conveniences of suburban living nearby shopping and restaurants, and parks and recreation. Our buildings are equipped with elevators, access-controlled entries with intercoms and heated underground parking or attached garage. Each apartment/ townhome is equipped with gas forced heat, central air conditioning, fully equipped kitchens, oversized and walk-in closets, tub or walk-in showers, additional storage, washer/dryer connections and more! Common areas include: Fireside and Community Room, Fitness Center, Game Room, Billiards Room, Library, Sunroom and more! Enjoy a variety of social activities, travel, trips and tours including: catered dinners, social

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hour, guest speakers and entertainers, area concerts, exercise and fitness classes, Wii Bowling, Sheepshead, Bridge, educational seminars, themed parties, and more! Some apartments reserved for moderate income. Live the Highlands Life Today!

PRAIRIE HILL SENIOR APARTMENTS

3953 S. Prairie Hill Lane • Greenfield • 414-541-3333 www.horizonseniorhousing.com Independent, 55+, affordable, income restrictions apply. Located at Woodland Ridge, Prairie Hill sits adjacent to Towering Woods Nature Center allowing for beautiful outdoor scenery and tranquil walking paths. Prairie Hill offers its residents an independent, maintenance free lifestyle. There are one and two-bedroom apartments, washer/dryer in select units, balcony or patio on select apartments. The refundable application fee is $100. Residents of Prairie Hill enjoy game nights, coffee chats, and potlucks. Prairie Hill offers a weekly shopping bus for the residents.

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W168 N11278 Western Avenue • Germantown • 262-255-9533 Prairie.meadows@yahoo.com Independent living 55+ or disabled. Prairie Meadows is nestled in a park-like setting with 3 ponds and walking trails. This complex of 3 buildings is surrounded by nature with the convenience of shopping and Germantown Froedtert across the street. Each unit has 1 bath, 1 or 2-bedroom apartments available. Monthly rents range from $810 - $1,025 per month. There is a $25 application fee which goes toward the security deposit. The most popular activities at Prairie Meadows include: walking the scenic trails, playing cards, completing a puzzle in the library, working out and walking to nearby shopping. The Germantown shuttle is available, and the senior center is nearby.

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777 N. Brookfield Rd. • Brookfield • 262-780-0321 www.RegencySeniorCommunities.com Regency Assisted Living is backed by our established reputation as a leader in exceptional senior care for 30 years and is the most affordable, comprehensive program available. Seniors enjoy the privacy and independence they want with as many of the support services as they need, including dedicated care 24/7 from our highly trained staff of RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Located in the heart of Brookfield on a 23- acre conservancy, we have suites and one-bedroom apartments ranging from $3,275 $5,860 a month. Our monthly fee covers three chef-prepared meals a day and nursing assistance, as well as access to a variety of fitness classes, church services, social activities and outings, and live musical performances. Transportation to and from scheduled activities and ProHealth doctor appointments is also included. Couples may share an apartment even if they require different levels of Care Free Living, Assisted Living,

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W181 S8540 Lodge Blvd. • Muskego • 262-679-0888 www.RegencySeniorCommunities.com Regency-Muskego is backed by our established reputation as a community leader in providing exceptional independent and assisted senior living for 30 years. Our continuum of care includes 154 independent apartments starting at $1,275/month with optional supportive services available and 96 one-bedroom apartments in the Lodge with three care programs starting at $4,050/month, including three chef-prepared meals each day. Whether independent or in need of assistance, our residents live well both physically and mentally! With dedicated RNs, LPNs, and CNAs on staff 24/7, along with a variety of fitness classes, church services, social activities and outings, and complimentary transportation for scheduled activities and to ProHealth doctor appointments, our picturesque 32-acre campus is the perfect place to call home. Come see for yourself—call today to schedule your personal tour!

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13750 W. National Ave. • New Berlin • 262-789-1699 www.RegencySeniorCommunities.com At Regency-New Berlin, 88 lovely studio and one-bedroom apartments are located in the Assisted Living service area. We also offer Assisted Living services in our Independent one- and two-bedroom Supportive care apartments. Assisted Living rents range from $3,910 - $5,590 a month, depending on the level of care and the apartment size selected. Seniors enjoy the convenience of dedicated care 24/7 from our highly trained RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Monthly fees in assisted living include three meals a day, a microwave and refrigerator, basic utilities, housekeeping, and personal care services, along with many social and recreational opportunities on and off campus with complimentary transportation. Three daily meals are included with independent units receiving

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Assisted Living care and for those residing in the Assisted Living apartments. Couples may share apartments for an affordable additional fee, depending on the level of care needed. Call to schedule your private tour today.

REILLY-JOSEPH COMPANY

117 N. Jefferson Street Suite 202 • Milwaukee • 414-271-4116 lowincomerentalsmilwaukee.com Reilly-Joseph offers 1-bedroom, subsidized apartments for people 62+ and disabled. Our buildings are located in Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, Racine and Butler. The rent is based on 30% of the household’s gross income. Call today to request an application.

SILVERNAIL SENIOR APARTMENTS

2451 Silvernail Rd. • Waukesha/Pewaukee • 262-896-2100 WimmerCommunities.com Independent Senior Living Community 62 & Better! Market rent & Section 42 and Section 8, income limits may apply. Conveniently located within a mile of everything! Sunlit room, nice sized kitchens with all major appliances, safe bathrooms and great closet space. Rent includes underground parking, laundry, storage locker, and activities. Friendly and fun community encouraging friendships and an active lifestyle. Pet

Friendly, Smoke-free. Tours - by appointment only. Living arrangements available include 1BD/1 Bath, 2BD/1 Bath, nice closet space, spacious rooms. Rent includes underground parking and free laundry. Medical services include wellness clinic, Podiatrist and audiologist services. Popular activities include Bingo, socials, Wii Bowling, seasonal parties and live entertainment. Supportive activity services include weekly transportation to grocery stores, on site banking services, country store, salon, chapel and fitness room.

ST. ANNE’S SALVATORIAN CAMPUS

3800 N. 92nd Street • Milwaukee • 414-463-7570 www.stannessc.org St. Anne’s Salvatorian Campus is sponsored by the Sisters of the Divine Savior and is a non-profit facility. We offer 43 RCAC, 77 CBRF and 50 SNF rooms; studios in CBRF; studio, one and two-bedroom apartments in Jordan Hall; and one-bedroom apartments in Tivoli Terrace. There is a $9,500 enrollment/endowment fee. Monthly rent for RCAC is $3,990 - $4,740; CBRF is $5,100 - $5,700 plus $1,500 assessment fee. Meal plans are included in rent and a dual occupancy fee applies for spouses. We have a medical doctor, RN and LPN on staff. At St. Anne’s Salvatorian Campus residents enjoy, mass 6 days a week, exercise, social outings, Optum program, art therapy and memory care. Advantages of living at St. Anne’s Salvatorian Campus include privacy of one’s own apartment including 3 meals, medication management, daily

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Return of televised professional sports is more than a game BY CHUCK NORRIS

There have been emergency postponements and even cancellations of major sporting events in the past, but I think we all could agree that the global athletic hiatus we have witnessed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented, at least in modern times. So, it is good to have live, televised sporting events return. They signify at least a semblance of normalcy in our lives. Then there is the role of professional sports in economic recovery. As pointed out in an opinion piece that appeared on CNBC in May, “Beyond this direct economic impact, sports has a considerable ‘economic

multiplier’ effect, stimulating jobs and tax revenue in other parts of the economy.” As Al Hunt, a former executive editor of Bloomberg News, posted for The Hill in June: “The return of professional sports -- even only on television -- after four months of darkness is a needed respite for this sportscrazed country. ... unless the continuing threat of COVID-19 forces a longer shutdown.” That cautionary comment now seems prophetic as the clattering cleats of 18 Miami Marlins players where dropped last Tuesday with the news that they had tested positive (along

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with two coaches) for COVID-19. The players who tested positive, which make up more than half of the roster, were bused back to South Florida, where they will remain quarantined. According to a story in the Miami Herald on Sunday, the Marlins have had zero new positive COVID-19 tests since the incident, and the club’s season will move ahead. Yet much about how the infections happened remains to be answered. Major League Baseball’s investigation into the matter is listed as ongoing. “However, some nuggets have begun to surface,” the Miami Herald writes. “According to a report from The Athletic on Saturday night, lack of mask wearing, a potential ‘super spreader’ and the seating arrangement on their plane from Atlanta to Philadelphia are what the league believes to be the main causes of the outbreak.” It was further revealed that the problem initially began when two players left the team hotel two weeks ago and went out on the town in Atlanta. One asymptomatic player is alleged to be the superspreader. As CBS Sports explains: “Based on what’s known about how COVID-19 transmits, the highest risk endeavors entail individuals spending a prolonged period at intimate distances amid a crowd in an enclosed or poorly ventilated setting. In other words, not outside on the (playing) field, where players are largely spaced out and are seldom near each other for lengthy periods.”

As if this news was not bad enough in a season that is barely a week old, Major League Baseball now has a new problem team on its hands. As reported by CBS Sports and others, 13 members of the St. Louis Cardinals, including seven players, have tested positive for the coronavirus. ESPN’s Jeff Passan adds that multiple new positives are expected. There is so much said and written about this pandemic on a daily basis that it becomes difficult to sort things out. But observing the unfolding social experiment that is the return of professional sports in the midst of a pandemic can serve as a teachable moment for all of us. As reported by MSN, “Professional leagues are creating conditions that researchers say are tailor-made to study COVID-19,” pushing medical and technical research along with it. Not all sports are approaching the challenge alike. Major League Baseball teams are traveling around the country. After games, every baseball player is going home or to a hotel. They are coming in contact under various circumstances with who-knowshow-many people. As a result, players are getting sick. Major League Baseball’s investigation into the Marlins outbreak also reportedly found some players are very lax when it comes to following guidelines -- going to bars and displaying other risky behavior. To address the problem, MLB is now requiring compliance officers on each team to make sure players are following health and safety measures.

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Other professional leagues are staying put and, for the moment, staying healthy. Professional hockey, basketball and soccer are operating in a protective bubble to reduce the risk of infection. At present, they are staying healthy. By this time, most folks likely have their own COVID-19 “bubble,” and many may not know it. It could be close friends, extended family members or neighbors. In sports, as in households, the goal is to keep the coronavirus out of the bubble. As pointed out by an MIT report in June, forming social bubbles is shown to relieve isolation without spreading COVID-19. With the bubble approach, if the virus starts to spread within the isolation zones, it becomes easier to trace the path it traveled. “Tracking people over a long period of time is one of the best ways to understand how the coronavirus spreads, but those types of studies are resource-intensive,” MSN points out. Professional sports have the financial bandwidth to acquire such resources.

“Learning more about the virus and how it spreads is useful for everyone, not just professional athletes holed up at Disney World,” says Angela Rasmussen, a research scientist at the Center for Infection and Immunity at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. “That could be really valuable information,” she adds. “And that could be extrapolated to the larger population.” It is anyone’s bet whether any of these sports leagues make it through a full season. But as of now, even under its restrictive environment, viewing is not only a pleasure but also a needed stress-reducing activity. Write to Chuck Norris (info@creators.com) with your questions about health and fitness. Follow Chuck Norris through his official social media sites, on Twitter @chucknorris and Facebook’s “Official Chuck Norris Page.” He blogs at http://chucknorrisnews. blogspot.com. To find out more about Chuck Norris and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate Web page at www.creators.com.

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‘My Husband ... He’s dead!’ BY TOM MARGENAU

Occasionally, I like to take a break from the routine of covering the same old Social Security questions over and over again. A couple of months ago, I wrote a column in which I shared a funny story involving my first day on the job as a newly minted clerk for the Social Security Administration. I got so many emails from readers who enjoyed that column that I decided to write one more. This will give you a little glimpse into the world of a public servant. The story I shared a couple of months ago happened in the first Social Security office I worked at in the small town of Litchfield, Illinois. After about a year in that office, I transferred to a huge inner-city office on the west side of Chicago. My job involved helping people file claims for Social Security benefits. One morning, the office doors opened, and the usual flood of people filed into the office, including one older woman who was crying hysterically. She kept repeating the phrase: “Oh, my

poor husband, he’s dead! He’s dead!” We all could see other customers in the waiting room trying to console her. Once the receptionist had checked everyone in, including the distraught woman, my fellow claims representatives and I walked up to the front desk to pick up our designated interviews. Sure enough, I was assigned to the sobbing senior. The interview slip the receptionist filled out said “wants to file for widows benefits,” so, of course, I had an idea why the woman was so sad. We walked back to my desk in a far corner of the office. She cried all the way there. I offered her some tissues and asked her to sit down. “How can I help you?” I enquired, sort of knowing what the answer was going to be. “Oh, my husband ... He’s dead! He’s dead!”, she sobbed. “I’m so sorry to hear that, ma’am,” I replied, with as much compassion as I could muster. “And are you here to file for widows benefits?” “Yes, I am,” she stammered. And then, once again, she started sobbing:

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“Oh, my husband, he’s dead! He’s dead!” I pulled out the widows application form, which began with some basic questions such as her name, her husband’s name and their Social Security numbers. It’s when we got to the next question that things got very interesting. And that question asked for the date of death. As gently as I could, I asked her when her husband died. “This morning,” she answered! “I’m sorry,” I asked incredulously, “did you say your husband died just this morning?” “Yes, he sure did,” she sobbed. I managed to stumble out something like, “Oh, my goodness! What happened?” And her next answer changed the course of the interview. She said, “I shot him!” I thought back to the 12-week training class I had completed not too long before this interview. And I couldn’t recall anything about how to take a claim for widows benefits from a woman who

had killed her husband. So, I went to my supervisor and said: “I think I have a murderer at my desk! What do I do?” After some consultation with other officials in the office, my supervisor decided to move the woman to the manager’s office. The police were called. Interestingly, the manager also told me to come into the office and finish taking her claim for widows benefits. And maybe it’s good they did. Because here is the rest of the story: As you might guess, there are laws on the books that say you cannot collect Social Security benefits on the account of someone you have murdered. Or, to be more precise, you cannot collect survivors benefits if you have been convicted of a felony in causing the death of the Social Security account holder. But this woman was never convicted of such a crime. It turns out she had been the victim of terrible physical abuse from her husband for many years. On the morning of his death, he had been in the process of beating her up once again, and that led to the dras-

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tic action she took. I don’t recall now if her case was dismissed or if she was convicted of a lesser charge that wasn’t a felony. But I did learn that, several years later (long after I had transferred to another Social Security office), the woman did eventually start getting widows benefits. Occasionally, I’ve thought back to that case. Even though the woman obviously went through some terrible and traumatic times with her husband, I always found it interesting that one of the first things she thought of doing after she killed him was to head down to the Social Security office to file for widows benefits. We human beings sure can do some strange things sometimes, can’t we? I have a little space left. So, let me go over the basic eligibility requirements for widows benefits. You must be at least 60 years old (or at least age 50 if you are disabled). If you are under age 66, your eligibility is subject to the “earnings penalty” rules. Essentially, those rules say that if you are working and making much more than about $18,000 per year, you probably are not due any benefits. Obviously, you must have been married to the deceased. Basically, Social Security follows state law when it comes to what constitutes a marriage.

For example, if you have a common-law relationship, that may work for Social Security purposes, depending on where you live. You cannot be currently married to someone else. Although widows who remarry after age 60 can still qualify for benefits on a prior deceased husband’s account. If you were divorced from the deceased, you could get benefits on his account if you were married to the guy for at least 10 years and you are not currently married to someone else. And in all cases, if you are a working woman with your own Social Security account, you can exercise the “widows option,” which allows you to take reduced benefits on one account and switch to higher benefits on the other account later on. Oh, and one other thing. You can’t shoot your husband and then turn around and try to get widows benefits on his account. Well, on second thought, you can kill him, but just don’t get convicted of the crime! If you have a Social Security question, Tom Margenau has the answer. Contact him at thomas. margenau@comcast.net. To find out more about Tom Margenau and to read past columns and see features from other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit the Creators Syndicate website at www.creators.com.

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my questions. Even then it was a task. Jim was born on February 27, 1947, on a farm down near Dawson, Georgia. Dawson is a little town about 15 miles south of another little town called Plains. You’ve heard of Plains, I am sure. It is where former President Jimmy Carter was from. The family later moved to Rockford, Illinois, where Jim became a three-sport star for Auburn High School, lettering in football, basketball, and track as a sophomore, junior, and senior. On the basketball team, despite being only 5 feet 11 inches tall, he was the top rebounder on the squad, even playing center, a position usually requiring great height. I asked him about that, which brought out a hardy laugh. “I had pretty good leaping ability,” he said. “I could jump up there and dunk the ball over those big guys or grab a rebound away from them. My teammates called me Sky King. Ah, what a time we had.” He stopped then and gave me a look. “Now you don’t have to put any of that in your story,” he said. No, I know I didn’t have to, but I did anyhow. After graduation he accepted a teaching position at Fort Meter High School in Iowa. He came to Wisconsin in 1970, again as a teacher, at Fulton Middle School in Milwaukee. It wasn’t until a few years later in 1974 when he went to work at Milwaukee Hamilton High School that he began his coaching career. He coached basketball and track at the school, in addition to his

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teaching duties, for 28 years. One of his assistants there was Gary DePerry, who has been featured in this publication before as one of Milwaukee’s top high school basketball coaches. When I told Gary that I was planning a story about Jones, his face lit up with a big smile. “Hey, good show. Jim is one great guy. He’s one of the nicest individuals, besides being a top-flight coach, that I’ve ever known. And he’s been a big help to our Association (The Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association),” Gary said. After that long tenure at Hamilton, Jim moved over to Milwaukee Marshall High, where he coached and taught for a couple of years; and then to Milwaukee Custer High, where he was for three more seasons. He concluded his coaching career over in Madison, at the Madison Area Technical College, where he served as the school’s Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach for three more years, and then retired. He was inducted into the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame in 2008. This past year Jim began working part-time at the Ace Hardware, as noted earlier, for something to do and to help him stay in shape. A couple of other notes: Jim has been on the WBCA Board of Directors and on the organization’s fundraising and event management committee for more than four decades. He and his wife, Penelope, whom everyone calls Penny, live in Brookfield. Switch focus here for some commentary about Jim’s son, Chris, who is about a half a foot taller than his pappy. Chris attended Hamilton High when Jim was coaching there and played on his teams in the late ‘80s. He was a tre-

mendous player, and as a senior averaged more than 25 points a game and was voted as Wisconsin’s “Mr. Basketball.” Four years ago, Chris was also inducted into the Wisconsin High School Basketball Hall of Fame. As far as I have been able to determine, it was the only second-generation Hall of Fame instance in the Hall’s history. I’d promised Jim I would include commentary about the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA). The organization is comprised of more than 3,500 members who coached at the high school or collegiate level. Included in the WBCA schedule of activities is the operation of the boys’ and the girls’ high school all-star game, with its proceeds always going to the local MACC Fund. Over the past 40 years, the WBCA has donated better than $2.6 million to the Fund. In addition, the WBCA also operates several other events during the year, including the Hall of Fame and its museum, a yearly awards banquet, a fall coaching clinic, involvement in the annual State High School Basketball Tournament, coaching honors and more. Aside from all his ball playing and coaching skills and achievements, is his dexterity with a camera. It was because of his photographic work, rather than his playing or coaching accomplishments, that prompted me to write this story. Jim took up photography as a hobby early in his life and is very good at it. The WECA puts out several publications in connection with its tournaments, All-Star Game and Hall of Fame events, all of which are filled with photographs of the players, coaches and

Jim has taken more than just portrait shots for the WBCA publications. Here is one of them.

administrators from all the hundreds of schools in the state. The example in the photo with this article is from the Association’s All-Star booklet. In the picture, there are ten photos of female players. There are more than 400 photos like those in the publication, and most of them are taken by Jim. I asked Jim how many photos he has taken over the years for the WBCA publications. At first, he didn’t want to give me a figure, but finally came up with an answer: more than 16,000. That, I felt, was absolutely astounding. I asked Jim what he was paid to take all those pictures, and he looked at me like I’d asked him when he was going to fly to the moon. “Why nothing, of course,” he said. “All of us on the Board serve for no compensation. My photo work is part of that commitment.”

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Well, that’s fine, I thought. But if a professional photographer had been hired to take all those photos, and charged only $30 a picture, the total sum would be approaching a half million dollars. And Jim does it absolutely free of charge. In this money crazy world we live in, that is quite rare, to say the least. Major League ball players make millions of dollars a year playing a game and scream for more. Same with pharmaceutical companies, with auto repair shops, with plumbers and electricians, even attorneys, doctors and dentists. Most of them seem to have as their ultimate goal the making of money and more money. Of course, there are exceptions. There are those in religious orders and some volunteer groups. But other than that, not many. Not many like Jim Jones.

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SEPTEMBER 2020

We saw you at.... The Annual Wounded Warrior Softball Tournament BY MARGARET PEARSON

Over the previous two years, spring rains have washed out a good

portion of the event’s games. Not this time, however; the weather was as close to perfect as it can get. So every-

one, players and onlookers alike, had a fine time. Only one hitch, however, were the masks nearly everyone had

to wear because of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Here are a few of those faces, masks removed of course.

Dennis Ermi of West Allis, Otto Suderland of Milwaukee and Gary Roejin of Greenfield.

Roanne Zahn of Port Washington, and Vera Hammerle of Milwaukee.

Joan Blaschke, with Carson and Ania Olsen, all from Brookfield.

Lamont and Tiffany Walker of Milwaukee.

Here is Tournament Director Thom Mikich with three of his staunchest supporters: wife Rose, granddaughter Sara Sokolowski, and daughter Kim Sokolowski.

SEPTEMBER 2020

EVENTS CALENDAR September 5, 7:30 – 10:30 pm The LoveMonkeys Wisconsin Harley-Davidson Rally, 1280 Blue Ribbon Dr., Oconomowoc

COVID-19 guidelines will be followed!

come join the fun at the Wisconsin Harley-Davidson Rally. With plenty of live music, food, beverages, and vendors, there is something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this rockin’ event!

This is the 10th annual Wheels on Main premier car, truck & bike show! Over 20 categories plus cash prizes for best in show and mayor’s choice! Live music, food and beverage throughout.

September 5, 11 am – 4 pm Friends Tail-gate Outing Sendik’s Food Market – Waukesha Meadowbrook, 701 Meadowbrook Rd., Waukesha

September 13, 11 am – 3 pm Washington Heights Artists Front Yard Pop-Up 17-1800 N. 52nd Street, Milwaukee

September 6, 10 am – 3 pm Wheels on Main With 2020 off to a crazy start, Downtown West Bend

You KNOW you miss eating food hot off the grill in a parking lot! How about some burgers, brats, hotdogs, chips, soda, water...all enjoyed while supporting the HAWS cause!! Join HAWS’ party animals for food and fundraising...and help turn Sendik’s parking lot into a BARK-ing lot! Please note: to ensure everyone’s safety, Sendik’s

Come out and support your neighborhood artists, makers and musicians. The front yard pop-ups will be located on 52nd Street between Washington Blvd and Vine St. Each artist/maker/ musician derives part or all of their income from sales of their art at events, art fairs and street fairs, which have all been cancelled for the foreseeable future. You’re invited to stop by and show your support for your neighbors. You’ll find new decor and accessories for

your home and yourself, jewelry, clothing and personal accessories, body care goods, handmade fabric face masks and so much more!

September 13, 1 & 2 pm Walking Tours New Berlin’s Prospect Hill Historic District, 19765 W. National Ave., New Berlin

Tours are free, but you must register. Learn the history of New Berlin’s founding families. See their homes, church and school. Select buildings will be open to visit. Call Sue at 262-679-3461 to register or email: slhemmen@gmail.com Information at www.newberlinhistoricalsociety.org or Facebook at New –Berlin- WI-Historical-Society-org.

September 21 Looking into our Grandparents’ Immigrant Eyes Dousman Stagecoach Inn Museum, 1075 Pilgrim Pkwy, Brookfield

This lecture will be presented by Tom Ramstack. See photos and learn the history of early Southeastern Wisconsin immigrant families. You are welcome to bring photos of your im-

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migrant families who settled in Southeastern Wisconsin.

September 26, 10 am – 4 pm WWII Aircraft Rides Commemorative Air Force Wisconsin Wing, 2525 Aviation Rd., Waukesha

Buckle up for the experience of a lifetime! Experience what it feels like to fly in a historic WWII trainer! Buy a ride in the Commemorative Air Force Wisconsin Wing’s 1943 North American SNJ-5 Advanced Trainer. 30-minute flight is $395. For more information or to book a flight, visit www.cafwi.org.

September 26, 5 pm Kickin’ & Sippin’ Washington County Fair Park & Conference Center

Don’t miss Kickin’ & Sippin’, our annual Chix-4-a-Cause Celebration! Help us raise money to give Gifts of Love to people battling cancer by attending, buying raffle tickets and bidding in the silent auction. Food will be available for purchase from The Precinct Tap & Table, drinks will be for sale, we’ll have awesome vendors and fantastic entertainment!

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