Lifestyles over 50 March 2013

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Long time readers of Lifestyles over 50 will notice some more style changes in this issue. We want to create a magazine that is both informative and stylish.

I would like to thank those of you that entered our contest to win two free tickets to the Greaseband concert in March. We received a good number of entries (all correct, by the way) and will contact the winner shortly.

I had an interesting experience recently when I visited the St. Luke’s Warren Hospital Balance Center in Phillipsburg, New Jersey. It is a medical facility dedicated to helping those who have diffi culty keeping their balance from any number of causes. Dr. Ethan Hood explained the functions of the facility and put me through a number of their tests. I write about it in my article on page 18.

Pat Nemetch of APRN has an important article on the current debate in Washington to change the way the earned benefi ts of our seniors and veterans may be negatively aff ected by our lawmakers. Please take a moment to read it and follow her advice on what you can do to help.

Of particular interest is our story about Mr. Peter Ngaga. He is a native of Kenya who has had a remarkable life and now lives in the Valley. Jeff Tintle’s article follows Mr. Nganga’s life as he overcame poverty in his native country and became a successful school principal, administrator and more.

Like you, I am slowly warming up to the idea of Spring. With luck, when we meet next month we will all be a bit more comfortable and taking advantage of the improved weather. See you then.

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Artventure, Allentown Art Museum. Sundays, 12:30 – 3:30 pm. Find popular monthly themed art projects as well as art puzzles and books for children, in-gallery art activities and much more. Museum educators and volunteers will be available to assist. No registration required. Artventures is a FREE. 31 North 5th Street, Allentown Pennsylvania. allentownartmuseum.org.How I Became a Pirate. Best-selling children’s book bursts to life in this rollicking musical adventure from Omaha " eater Company. Spellbinding storytelling, irresistible pirate songs, and bold choreography, this production takes audiences of all ages on an unforgettable journey through the high seas. Most suitable for ages 5-10. Miller Symphony Hall, 23 N. 6th Street, Allentown. allentownsymphony.org, 610-432-6715. March 10 2pm.Sesame Street Live – Elmo’s Super Heroes. Super Grover has lost his super-ness and Sesame Street needs a hero! Never fear, the fabulous fi ve Super Heroes are here -- featuring Elmo as Captain Fuzzy, Abby Cadabby, Big Bird and all their friends are on a quest to put the “super” back in Super Grover. Singing and dancing their way through fun lessons on healthy habits, they discover how exercise,

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Two sisters, a blonde and a brunette, inherit the family ranch. Unfortunately, after just a few years, they are in fi nancial trouble. In order to keep the bank from repossessing the ranch, they need to purchase a bull so they can breed their own stock.

" e brunette balances their checkbook, then decides to take their last $600 dollars out west to another ranch where a man has a prize bull for sale. Upon leaving, she tells her sister, “If I decide to buy the bull, I’ll contact you to drive out after me and haul it home.”

" e brunette arrives at the man’s ranch, inspects the bull, and decides she does want to buy it. " e man tells her that he can sell it for $599, no less. After paying him, she drives to the nearest town to send her sister a telegram.

She walks into the telegraph offi ce, and says, “I want to send a telegram to my sister telling her that I’ve bought a bull for our ranch. I need her to hitch the trailer to our pick-up truck and drive out here so we can haul it home.”

" e telegraph operator explains that he’ll be glad to help her, then adds, “It’s just 99 cents a word.” Well, with only $1 left after paying for the bull, the brunette realizes that she’ll only be able to send her sister one word. After thinking for a few minutes, she nods, and says, “I want you to send her the word, comfortable.”

" e telegraph operator shakes his head. “How is she ever going to know that you want her to hitch the trailer to your pick-up truck and drive out here to haul that bull back to your ranch if you just write, comfortable?” " e brunette explains, “My sister’s a blonde. She’ll read it slowly.”


Polly was familiar with names like Rembrandt, Monet and Picasso but not Stark. She knew that being an original work the paining might be worth more than $25, so she reached out to the Baum School of Art and art expert Rudy Ackerman. Little did she know she called the right man for the job.

“Melvin Stark was a student and friend of Walter Baum,” said Ackerman in an interview. “For a short period of time Stark was a gym teacher at Raub Middle School prior to becoming a full time painter and teacher at the Baum School of Art. He was even an interim director of the Baum School for about two years.”

Born in 1903 in Honesdale, Pennsylvania, Mel Stark’s work was admired by many, most notably local businessman, art collector, and philanthropist Philip Berman. Many remember Berman for purchasing and growing Hess’s Department store into a 17-store chain in the 1970s. Ackerman says that Berman at one point owned at least 50 pieces of Stark’s work and

even commissioned Stark to paint for him. After Berman’s passing in 1997, 20 of Stark’s paintings were donated to the Baum School

with some of them still on display.

So what happened to Mel Stark’s Zionsville? " e Baum School was able to value the piece at $3,000 and auction it off to a loving home. More importantly, like all proceeds from the Divine Resale Store, an additional $2,975 benefi ted local nonprofi t Care Net of the Lehigh Valley.

" e moral of the story is that you should shop Divine Resale, come early and come often, as you’ll never know what deals you will fi nd. Divine Resale is a resale boutique off ering clothing, jewelry, furniture, home goods and more. " ey like donated items and they love shoppers! Its located at 5573 Hamilton Blvd, Allentown, PA 18106 (the former American Candle Shop building). " ey can be reached at 610-351-1058 and DivineResale.com.

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On a Monday morning like any other, Polly Barr was sorting through donations dropped off at the

second hand store where she volunteers. " ere were several boxes teeming with stuff ranging from junk to jewelry. One of Polly’s jobs at the Divine Resale shop in Wescosville is to separate new and gently used items from the others and then prepare the items to be inventoried and resold.

She separated the items into furniture, jewelry, clothes, and home goods for further evaluation. On the home goods pile she placed a framed landscape of a local scene, a familiar sight to any Lehigh Valley native. Apparently the painting passed for a desirable item as another volunteer promptly graced it with a $25 price tag and hung it in the showroom.

Days later between assisting shoppers Polly’s eyes were drawn to a beautiful oil painting -- the oil painting she rescued from a box of junk earlier in the week. She studied the brush strokes and texture of paint on the canvas; it was an original and signed in the corner. As she admired the snowy landscape she turned the painting over hoping to uncover more clues. “Zionsville, PA by Melvin Stark” it read.

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“Cortez Harbor, FL” an oil painting by Mel Stark

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Classic Cars of the 1930s

Jean Harlow and her 1932 Auburn Speedster at the 1933 National Air Races at Mines Field.

" e exhibit ‘American Classics of the 1930s’ showcases 9 beautiful, world class vehicles. Two of the vehicles are from the Richard H. Driehaus Collection at Chicago Vintage Motor Carriage. " is includes a 1937 812 Cord and 1937 Chrysler Imperial Convertible. “We have secured an outstanding array of vehicles for the exhibit. " e cars of the 1930s not only saw a leap forward in technical design butthe styling was distinctive and imaginative” says museum Executive Director, Linda Merkel.

If you received a call from a stranger who asked for your Medicare or bank account number, chances are

you wouldn’t provide that information and would hang up the telephone. But what if they claimed to be calling from Medicare, Social Security, or your insurance company? What if they said that you had to provide the requested information or risk losing your benefi ts?

Unfortunately, many seniors who would normally never give out personal information to a stranger wind up doing so if the caller claims to be from a legitimate organization or agency. " is is especially true if the caller is aggressive or threatening. " e bad news is that the above scenario is likely a scam, and people have their identities stolen, their bank accounts wiped out, and their Medicare benefi ts abused when they fall victim to these types of solicitations. " e good news is that you can learn the common red fl ags and protect yourself from scams.

" e Pennsylvania Senior Medicare Patrol (PA-SMP), a program dedicated to preventing Medicare fraud, hears about health care scams

from seniors throughout Pennsylvania. Two seniors recently reported receiving unsolicited calls from a “Medicare advisor” who tried selling them fake prescription drug plans for $299. " e caller was aggressive and warned that if the seniors did not provide their bank account numbers and enroll into the plan, they would lose their current Medicare coverage.

Did you notice the red fl ags?

• Unsolicited caller – Be wary of unsolicited callers who ask for any personal information.

• “Medicare Advisor” – Legitimate prescription drug companies are prohibited from making cold calls or using the word “Medicare” in a misleading way.

• Aggressive approach – Scammers useaggression and fear-based tactics in

their attempts to obtain information. Remember - it’s okay to say NO

and hang up the phone. If you’re concerned about losing your

benefi ts, call Medicare or your insurance company directly. When in doubt, check it out! If you suspect Medicare fraud or want to report a scam, call the PA-SMP at CARIE at 1-800-356-3606

Protect Yourself from Telephone Scams

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Prepare a budget so you know what you’re willing to spend;If you plan to pack yourself, research packing supplies so you can a) estimate costs ahead of time and b) explore cheaper options. Don’t buy unnecessary moving supplies – use sheets, towels or old newspapers to protect items instead of packing supplies like bubble wrap. Use as much luggage as you can – you can quickly fi ll duffl e bags and suitcases with “don’t forget” items that could get lost in a box for days.

Tipping Your MoverIt’s customary to tip if the movers did a good job. Snacks and beverages are a nice gesture for long moves or on especially hot days.

A Few “Don’t Forgets”- Change your address with the USPS and schedule a time to update your driver’s license with your new address;- Medication: make sure you have enough medication to get you through your move and into your new home before you have to go searching for that pill box at the bottom of a larger box;

- Change the locks on your new home;- Update your homeowners insurance or renters insurance;- Schedule the connect and disconnect dates with your local utility companies in advance.

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Prepping With Your Current and Future BuildingWhether you are moving in with your adult-children, on your own or a personal care facility, secure details in advance regarding parking of the moving truck to avoid potential ticket fees.

Quick Tips to Organize Your MoveColor coordinate with a designated colored sticker for each box based on the room it should land. " e movers will know where to put everything when you arrive, so you don’t need to direct traffi c.

Pack a box of “must-haves” such as medicine and toiletries. " is way, you won’t be forced to search through boxes after a long day of moving;

Keep important documents with you during the move to ensure their safety. " is may include your birth certifi cate, bank records, realtor info, moving documents, etc.

Money-Saving TipsGet family members or close friends to help you declutter your home before you move to help eliminate moving unnecessary items;Read reviews – bad movers can cost more in the long run; Consider purchasing insurance to protect valuables you can’t aff ord to replace;


Believable and

Unbelievable FactsCommon

MisconceptionsIn ancient Rome, the architectural feature called a vomitorium was the entranceway through which crowds entered and exited a stadium, not a special room used for purging food during meals. Vomiting was not a regular part of Roman dining customs.Nero did not “fi ddle” during the Great Fire of Rome (violins had not yet been invented, nor was he playing the lyre). In fact, according to Roman historian Tacitus, upon hearing news of the fi re, Nero rushed back to Rome to organize a relief eff ort, which he paid for from his own funds, and he also opened his palaces to provide shelter for the homeless, arranging for food supplies to be delivered in order to prevent starvation among the survivors. Finally, he made a new urban development plan that attempted to make it more diffi cult for fi res to spread.It is true that life expectancy in the Middle Ages and earlier was low; however, many take this to mean that people usually died around the age of 30. In fact, the low life expectancy is an average based on high infant mortality. " e usual lifespan of adults was much higher. A 21-year-old man in medieval England, for example, could by one estimate expect to live to the age of 64." ere is no evidence that Vikings wore horns on their helmets. In fact, the image of Vikings wearing horned helmets stems from the scenography of an 1876 production of the Der Ring des Nibelungen opera cycle by Richard Wagner." ere is no evidence that iron maidens were invented in the Middle Ages or even used for torture. Instead they were pieced together in the 18th century from several artifacts found in museums in order to create spectacular objects intended for (commercial) exhibition." e plate armor of European soldiers did not stop soldiers from moving around or necessitate a crane to get them into a saddle. " ey would as a matter of course fi ght on foot and could mount and dismount without help. In fact soldiers equipped with plate armor were more mobile than those with chainmail armor, as chainmail was heavier and required stiff padding beneath due to its pliable nature." e signing of the United States Declaration of Independence did not occur on July 4, 1776. " e fi nal language of the document was approved by the Second Continental Congress on that date and it was printed and distributed on July 4 and 5, but the actual signing occurred on August 2, 1776.

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In almost all modern societies, the most basic of all values is people helping people and, in the process,

helping themselves. " e basic idea of volunteering---helping others by choice, without pay---has a long legacy in the United States. " e colonists often depended on the help of their neighbors to clear the land and harvest crops. Women worked together forming spinning and quilting bees. Who hasn’t heard of the tradition of barn-raising? As early as the 1600’s, colonists formed citizen fi re brigades to combat fi res in Boston, Philadelphia and New Amsterdam (later New York). In 1736 Benjamin Franklin formally organized the fi rst volunteer fi re company in Philadelphia. It consisted of “thirty volunteers who equipped themselves with leather buckets and bags and baskets.”

In the United States, on any given day, millions of people are volunteering. While the benefi ts to the recipients and numerous non-profi t agencies like soup kitchens, food banks, schools, and hospitals are often apparent and well-documented, in recent years researchers have also been able to document the benefi ts to those who are doing the volunteering. Taken together, the results of these studies demonstrate that gerontologists are recognizing the importance of older adults’ involvement in community service – not only for what the service contributes to others but also for the impact it has on the older adult volunteer.

Research shows that volunteering can improve your mood, strengthen your body, and lessen stress. Volunteers routinely report an increased sense of well-being and life-satisfaction. “You feel good about yourself when you help others”, shared one volunteer. “Ït helps me forget about my own aches and pains and be more productive”, added another.

In fact, volunteering can have a number of other health benefi ts as well, including:

Improvement of cardiovascular health. Being a volunteer can lower your blood pressure and improve heart problems. One study, done by the University of Michigan Research Center, showed that volunteers with a history of heart problems had reduced chest pain and lower cholesterol levels compared with non-volunteers.Lower risk of death. Another study on older adults who volunteer regularly demonstrated that those who spend time volunteering may enjoy a longer lifespan.Better mental functioning. If you’d like to preserve

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your brain power as you age another potential benefi t of volunteering is an increase in mental (cognitive) functioning.Overall mind and body improvement. Volunteers have been shown to have reduced anxiety and depression and an overall sense of well-being. Volunteers have also been found to recover more quickly from surgery, sleep better, and have healthier immune systems compared to people who do not volunteer.

Take some time to fi nd out where your help is needed and spend a few hours each month volunteering to help others. Remember – DOING GOOD IS GOOD FOR YOU.

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Tips for Smart Health Food Shopping By Andrea Woroch, Nationally-recognized Consumer and Money-saving Expert

Editor’s Note: Last month we listed the fi rst 6 tips for smart health food shopping. " is month we list tips 7-13.

Go in on a side of meat.Lean beef is a good source of protein and other nutrients when

eaten in moderation. " anks to last year’s drought, however, rising feed costs are transferring to consumers in the form of higher prices. " at’s why going in on a side of grass-fed beef with a few other families is a good idea. " ough you’ll need storage space, you’ll pay the same price for tenderloin as ground beef ($3 to $5 per pound on average) and get healthier, tastier meat.

Avoid select organic produce.Being picky about what you put in your body is a good

thing, but not all organic produce is created equal. Many fruits and veggies with tough or inedible peels -- like pineapples, bananas, and avocados -- are a waste of money when purchased organic. " at’s because most of the pesticides are absorbed by the skin, so check this list from " e Environmental Working Group to learn which produce you can skip in the organic section.

Try generic brands." e organic movement has become so popular, many

supermarkets have started selling their own organic food. Buying

generic will save you up to 30 percent, so review store shelves for these private-label alternatives the next time you shop.

Buy select items in bulk.Buying perishable items in bulk may not make sense for your

family, but certain healthy staples represent the best value when purchased en masse. For example, olive oil is a healthy fat that may help lower your risk of heart disease. I save over 50 percent on Bertolli-brand olive oil by purchasing it from Sam’s Club every six months or so.

Go meatless.“Meatless Mondays” is a movement started by mom bloggers

who wanted to fi nd healthy meat alternatives while cutting monthly grocery bills. Take a cue from their collective wisdom and cut meat from your menu at least once per week. You may go meatless more often once you see the health and budget benefi ts.

Get clipping.Most people assume coupons are reserved for processed and

otherwise bad-for-you foods. " at’s actually a myth, as deals are available for most foods when you know where to look. Whole Foods, Brown Cow and Nature Made all have coupons available on their websites. Kashi includes coupons on their cereal and granola bar product boxes which I use when I need to restock. Ultimately, it’s best to check store or brand websites, social media profi les and email newsletters for coupons.

Grow your own." ose with space for a small garden can benefi t both their

pocketbook and waistline by growing their own veggies. Tomatoes, bell peppers and various herbs are easy to grow and can reduce the amount you spend on produce. Use HGTV’s tips to build a small garden, and be sure to limit your plant selection to vegetables you consume and purchase frequently.

Andrea Woroch is a nationally-recognized consumer and money-saving expert who helps consumers live on less without radically changing their lifestyles.


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Top Selling Toys for BoomersIf you enjoy the below list then you’ll enjoy our Facebook page (Lehigh Valley Boomers) in the month of March where we’ll post all your favorite retro toy television commercials!

Pick-up SticksMarblesHula HoopBetsy WetsyChatty CathyPlay-DohDaisy GunsBarbie Lincoln LogsErector SetEtch a Sketch

Mr. Potato HeadCoonskin CapSlinkyAnte FarmTroll DollWooly WillyTinker Toys Lionel TrainsRaggedy AnnLace up CardsJacks


Don’t check page 20 for the answers until you have tried this test for ‘older’ kids.

After the Lone Ranger saved the day and rode off into the sunset, the grateful citizens would ask : “Who was that masked man?” Invariably, someone would answer, “I don’t know, but he left this behind.” What did he leave behind?________________. When the Beatles fi rst came to the U.S. in early 1964, we all watched them on " e _______________ Show. ‘Get your kicks, __________________.’ ‘" e story you are about to see is true. " e names have been changed to___________________.’ ‘In the jungle, the mighty jungle, ________________.’ After the Twist, " e Mashed Potato, and the Watusi, we ‘danced’ under a stick that was lowered as low as we could go in a dance called the ‘_____________.’ Nestle’s makes the very best . .. . . _________ ______.’ Satchmo was America ‘s ‘Ambassador of Goodwill. His name was _________________. What takes a licking and keeps on ticking? __________.Red Skeleton’s hobo character was named __________________ and Red always ended his television show by saying, ‘Good Night, and ‘________ ________... ‘ Some Americans who protested the Vietnam War did so by burning their ____________________________. " e cute little car with the engine in the back and the trunk in the front was called the VW. What other names did it go by? ____________ &_______________. In 1971, singer Don MacLean sang a song about, ‘the day the music died.’ " is was a tribute to ______________. We can remember the fi rst satellite placed into orbit. " e Russians did it. It was called _____________________. One of the big fads of the late 50’s and 60’s was a large plastic ring that we twirled around our waist. It was called the __________________. Remember LS/MFT_____ _____/_____ _____ _____? Hey Kids! What time is it? It’s _____ ______ _____! Who knows what secrets lie in the hearts of men? " e _____ Knows! " ere was a song that came out in the 60’s that was “a grave yard smash” it’s name was the ______ ______! Alka Seltzer used a “boy with a tablet on his head” as its Logo/Representative. What was the boy’s Name? _______

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Marching on to War!By Alan Allegra

heavenly places” (Ephesians 6:12).

Furthermore, our God precedes us in battle: “" e LORD your God who goes before you will himself fi ght for you” (Deuteronomy 1:30). " erefore, we know the expiration of the confl ict is sure: “And having disarmed the powers and authorities, [Jesus] made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross” (Colossians 2:15). “And the devil who had deceived them was thrown into the lake of fi re and sulfur where the beast and the false prophet were, and they will be tormented day and night forever and ever” (Revelation 20:10).

Finally, an eff ective army must continually be fi t for war: “" erefore, if anyone cleanses himself from what is dishonorable, he will be a vessel for honorable use, set apart as holy, useful to the master of the house, ready for every good work” (2 Timothy 2:21). “Share in suff ering as a good soldier

of Christ Jesus. No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him” (2 Timothy 2:3–4).

Are you fi t to fi ght or ready to retreat?

In a rare moment of internet fever, I researched how many wars there have been in human history. Answers

ranged from dozens to thousands, depending on many criteria. I suppose we could consider the confl ict between Cain and Abel the fi rst human war, unusual in that it was extremely short, one side was completely destroyed, and the other side suff ered no losses.

" e month of March was named after the Roman God Mars, the god of war. Originally, Mars was a god of spring, fertility, and growth, then became the god of death and war. I’d say that’s a backwards career move.

One of his names was Mars Gradivus, “he who precedes the army in battle.” March was the start of the campaign season, and the Tubilustrium, held on March 23, was a ceremony to make the army fi t for war. I hope your visions of March haven’t changed from blossoms to bloodshed!

Most of us would rather avoid war, and most of us probably have. Or we think we have!

I recently read a novel about spiritual warfare. It was graphic and sensational, but soberly true to life. It was about a town being taken over by Satan. " e novelist gave two perspectives, the human and the angelic. Behind the depraved and decadent activities of the townspeople was the unseen battle between good angels and demons in the spiritual realm. Skeptics might belittle such talk, but the Bible bolsters that stark scenario.

We cannot count the human wars but we know when they start and end. However, one war exists that began with human history and has not yet ended. Like it or not, we are unwilling participants if we are followers of Jesus Christ.

Similar to the war on terror, it’s impossible to visually identify our enemy. “For though we walk in the fl esh, we are not waging war according to the fl esh. For the weapons of our warfare are not of the fl esh but have divine power to destroy strongholds” (2 Corinthians 10:3–4). In the novel, one pastor recognized the fi ngerprints of the unseen enemy and was able to deploy spiritual weapons to win the battle. Eff ective equipment is always at our disposal, provided by the heavenly supply sergeant, who sees the entire battlefront.

Ephesians chapter 6 is the Christian soldier’s manual for engaging in spiritual warfare. It enumerates the equipment we need, “For we do not wrestle against fl esh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the

“Originally, Mars was a god of spring, fertility, and growth, then became the god of death and war. I’d say that’s a

backwards career move.”


Earned Benefi ts For Seniors and Veterans May Be CutBy Pat Nemetch, President APRN, Member, PA State AARP Long Term Care Committee

If you’re like me, you’ve already started a countdown to spring’s offi cial arrival on March 20 when snow

and ice will be just a memory and our thoughts can turn to fl owers and warmer temperatures. Unfortunately, the coming spring thaw isn’t brightening prospects for those who depend on Social Security as the bedrock of fi nancial well-being. Right now a plan is circulating in Washington that would substantially reduce benefi ts.

It goes by the innocent-sounding name of “chained CPI” and it is described by proponents as simply a technical adjustment to better calculate the cost of living. Unfortunately, that’s simply not true for older Americans, including many veterans and people with disabilities, whose hard-earned benefi ts would no longer keep up with infl ation if this proposal takes eff ect.

In fact, a chained CPI represents a signifi cant benefi t cut. Over the course of a lifetime, it would cost the average senior thousands of dollars. " e cut would get deeper each year as we grow older. A 92-year-old woman or man receiving Social Security would lose a full month’s worth of benefi ts. Is there anyone who thinks the typical 92-year-old has that kind of money to spare?

According to the latest fi gures, 1.8 million Pennsylvania residents age 65 and over currently receive Social Security benefi ts. For many, it is an economic lifeline. While the average annual benefi t of $14,400 is less than many people think, the fact is Social Security keeps almost 40 percent of Pennsylvania seniors who receive it out of poverty.

Supporters of the chained CPI portray it as a more accurate reading of the cost-of-living. " at assessment refl ects a profound misunderstanding of the real-life choices most seniors confront to make ends meet. First of all, the current CPI does not even recognize that seniors spend more on health care, which grows faster than overall infl ation. And second, the chained CPI assumes that when the cost of something

you normally buy rises, you can simply switch to a lower-cost substitute. If only life for most seniors were that easy. For most older adults, it is not simply a matter of comparative shopping at the supermarket. We already choose lower cost options, and we also spend much of our money on basic goods such as health care and utilities that don’t have lower-cost substitutes.

" e bottom line is Social Security is a self-fi nanced program that provides earned benefi ts. It didn’t cause the defi cit and it shouldn’t be cut to fi x Washington’s budget problem.

I’m asking you to make your voice heard on this important issue. Please go to AARP website, AARP.org, and click on Protect Social Security and Veteran’s Benefi ts and AARP will help you send a message to President Obama and your Members of Congress asking them to leave your hard-earned Social Security and veterans’ benefi ts out of any budget deal.

In the meantime, take advantage of the changing seasons by getting out and staying active this spring.

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We have seen the commercial of the person falling and saying “Help, I’ve fallen and I

can’t get up”. It illustrates one of the most frequent cause of injuries in people 50 and older. Fear of falling and being injured keeps many of our citizens from more fully enjoying their lives.

St. Luke’s Balance Center is dedicated to helping people who have diffi culty keeping their balance. Whether you have an issue due to illness, medicines or age, the center has therapeutic practices to help.

I met with Dr. Ethan Hood the Assistant Director and one of the physical therapists at the center. Ethan not only explained several of the devices they use, he put me through some of the tests. Using sophisticated software and hardware he stood me on a metal plate and asked that I stand straight and keep my balance. He then asked me to do the same with my eyes closed. During this test the program analyzes my sway between keeping my balance with eyes closed and with them open. By comparing the two to other people’s sway without balance problems it gave his a graphic representation of my ability to maintain my balance. Mr. Hood uses this and a variety of other test to determine not only what is causing a person’s imbalance but also what

course of therapy is best for the patient.

I walked through the Center to see the various devices used in balance therapy. Some were familiar, such as a treadmill. Others were much more sophisticated. Surprisingly the Center also uses the Wii Fit. " is is a game that you hook up to your TV and play simulated games such as golf, bowling, tennis and others. Ethan uses this game for two reasons.

It can help a person see how to improve their balance when actually bowling or golfi ng. It also gets them back to what they like to do. As you know, exercise is essential for a healthy lifestyle.

" ere was one therapy that I must admit took me by surprise. Vertigo is a common term for what a layman might describe as mild to severe dizziness that causes signifi cant disorientation to an individual. Ethan describe a form of vertigo that aff ects a percentage of suff erers. It is called BPPV. Without going into technical detail it is caused by small particles in the ear that can become dislodged and “fl oat” in the ear. " e treatment consists of laying a patient down and

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those particles to “fall back” into their original positions. Just this simple maneuver performed by a professional can usually cure the vertigo. " e results have been called “miraculous” by his patients.

" rough an examination and the use of technology the Center can diagnose and potentially apply therapies to alleviate many causes of imbalance. According to Mr. Hood they have a remarkable success rate. Like so many therapies it is up to the patient to acknowledge a problem and to then seek help. Alternatively, a physician or family member may persuade a patient to go to the Center. " e Center off ers free balance

screens to the public they only ask that you call to make an appointment. " is therapy is covered by all major insurers and medicare.For more information please visit: http://www.warrenhospital.org/warren-hospital-balance-center.

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humble job with great pride. When his eyes connect with yours you will be greeted with a warm smile followed by words of encouragement and wisdom. His dark skin is a stark contrast to the pale winter tones of native Pennsylvanians. It is evident that he is unique, and his life is rich with stories. So why does a man joyfully do a job that is well below his pay grade, educational achievements, and that is a far cry from the prestigious positions that he once held?

On Christmas Day 1932, Peter Mbugua Nganga (Moo-gwa Na-na) was born in Kiambu City, a village in the hilly farm country just 30 miles north of the Kenyan Capital of Nairobi. Kenya at the time was still operating as a colony of Britain. In his early childhood Peter was educated by Africans, but after the independent schools were abolished by the colonial government, Peter completed his education with the American missionaries. Peter describes the missionaries as “very kind, God loving and helpful.”

One particular memory that Peter has of the missionary school was in the late 1950s. Peter describes much excitement in his village for “a tall and strong white man” who showed up to speak to the students, faculty and surrounding villagers. His name was Rev. Billy Graham and the natives had diffi culty understanding him.

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Peter volunteered to translate and remembers Pastor Graham as a tremendous orator with powerful words. To this day, Peter smiles in amazement when recalling how Graham changed the hearts and minds of many with his application of the prodigal son story to his audience.

In 1958 Peter graduated from the Kijabe AIM College with a teaching certifi cate and was immediately appointed to be a principal of a school. Peter worked hard earning himself a good reputation despite the chaos around him. It was at this time that Kenya was revolting against British rule, and the mild mannered Peter largely stayed out of the confl ict. " e Kenyans were greatly disadvantaged in the struggle, as they were not armed. " ey had to resort to hiding in the bush, armed with only spears and rocks to attack the British.

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" e British operated and controlled the hospitals, so any injured Kenyan that sought medical treatment at the hospital was forced to disclose details on the Kenyans’ movements and battle plans. Peter said that this was a diffi cult time, but that the American missionaries, who were offi cially neutral, attended wounded Kenyans without questions or hesitation. Because Peter could read and had a professional job, his participation was limited to gathering and sharing information with the Kenyan rebels. By 1963 Kenya achieved independence from Britain, and Peter was appointed to be a teacher and later an education offi cer. At this point in time, Peter recalls there still being much segregation. One example given was that public and private places had separate bathrooms for Europeans, a separate one for Asians and another for Africans. " is segregation was also prevalent in the education system -- the lack of qualifi ed teachers and resources available to all in the community. Peter and others had to work to standardize the quality of education, training of the teachers, and unravel years of injustice to develop a new education system. Peter continued achieving professional success eventually rising to become the Deputy Director of Education in Kenya and retiring in 1994, honored by his country as having a “shining record.”

As a retiree, Peter felt blessed for his education and career. As part of Kenyan tradition he wanted to repay the kindness he received. In the late 90s he began planning to start a Christian

boarding school for under privileged children to serve fi rst graders through high schoolers. " e school opened in 2000 and today it serves 260 children. Each morning Peter calls Kenya to discuss school business with the headmaster.

While he was starting his school, Peter’s daughter decided to pursue a postgraduate degree in the U.S. and eventually received a PhD in Agriculture. His daughter and her family live in the Lehigh Valley and Peter and his wife eventually followed

in 2006. In September of 2012 Peter became an American citizen, an opportunity that makes him feel appreciative and proud. It is a well deserved privilege as he has not wasted his retirement years yet has given his time and expertise to a number of organizations including the Salvation Army, AARP, DaVinci Science Center, and a thrift shop to name a

few. He also served as an election offi cial in the November 2013 general elections and has been a committed Rotarian in Kenya and locally in the Emmaus Rotary Club for a total of 19 years. Peter is also active in his church and characterizes himself as a “strong Christian.” He says that he is “very happy” in the U.S.

So what advice does a wise man with such life experiences wish to off er? Just ask him and he’ll tell you, “if you want to be happy you must learn how to give to others.” Peter has given a lot to many. It is our hope that his story encourages you to also be faithful, work hard and be generous with others.

“Every day is a gift from God and we must use it to give back to others.”


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Lutheran Home - Topton invites volunteers to share musical talent, voice or instrument with residents. Flex hours, days, eves, weekends. Lou Wentz at 610-682-1542 or [email protected].

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Social & Support Groups

ENCORE (female cancer support / exercise group) meet Tues. 6:30-8pm & Fri. 9:00-10:30am. Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S. 15th St. 610-434-9333, www.allentownymcaywca.org. Vision Loss Support Group for LV residents facing vision loss. 1st " urs. of month, 10-11:30 am. 610-433-6018 for info. Center for Vision Loss, 845 W. Wyoming St., Allentown.

Tues, Mar 5 12PM Lower Macungie Seniors Ctr 610-395-0782.

Mar, Feb 5 & 19 Lower Macungie Township Seniors, Lower Macungie Twsp. Comm. Ctr. Brookside Rd.

Wed, Mar 6 LV Vegetarians. Quaker Meeting House Rt. 512 half mile N. of Rt. 22 Twnshp. Pot

luck dinner. 6pm. $3.50 610-709-8984

Mon, Mar 4 7-8:30 pm. pray & share together for emotional wholeness, women’s support group struggling, or have family struggling with depression, bipolar, etc. Ebenezer Bible Fellowship, Bethlehem. Linda 610-395-8756.Pet Grief Support Group. Meetings twice a month, 6:30-8:00PM. For West Allentown group call 610-437-6660, for Bethlehem call 610-865-0110.

Tues, Mar 5 1pm Emmaus Garden Club Faith Presbyterian Church, North 2nd and Cherokee Streets, Emmaus. Public welcome. (610) 966-4181.

Wed, Mar 6 1 pm. Macungie Seniors, Macungie Fire Company. 610-965-9584.

" ur, Mar 7 7pm. LV Brain Injury Support Group - Good Shepherd Health & Tech Center, 850 S. Fifth Street, Allentown. " urs, Mar 7 7PM Lower Milford Twnshp Fire Co. 1601 Limeport Pike, spaghetti dinner adults $7 children $4 salad bar, dessert.

Allentown AARP Chapter #5415 noon, Mar 7, St. Timothy’s Church,

140 So. Ott St., Allentown. Sara Ullmer from Crime VictimsCouncil will speak on elder abuse. Business meeting follows. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Allentown Food Bank. Guests welcome. 610-437-4265

Sat Mar 9 10:30 Like gardening? Jordan United Church of Christ, Rt 309 & Walbert Ave Allentown, peace garden, custom peace sculpture, peace pole, worship areas, biblical plant, children’s bed, gazebo, swing, trails.

For anyone caring for a family member with memory loss or impairment, group meets on third Sat. of month. (908) 859-6700, extension 2276 for information.

Sat, Mar 9 Bethlehem Garden Club, share garden tips with local pros and hobbyists 610-838-1482.

Mon Mar 11 St. John’s Friendly

Fifties meets in church social hall at 1:00 at 1343 Newport Avenue in Northampton. Matt Grim will entertain If Northampton Schools are closed due to inclement weather, meeting will be rescheduled for Feb 18.

Tues, Mar 12 Caregiver Support Groups: Live, Love, Learn (special grp. for memory impaired and loved ones), Sacred Heart Hosp, 4:30PM-2nd fl oor.

Tues, Mar 12 10 am. People Meeting People Club, Senior Social Group. Fellowship Hall, Asbury United Methodist Church.

Tues, Mar 12 7-8:30 pm. Prayer & Share Together for emotional wholeness, women’s support group struggling, or have family, struggling with depression, bi-polar, etc. Asbury Methodist Church, Allentown. Linda 610-395-8756.

Tues, Mar 12 8:30 AM Lehigh Co. TRIAD free continental breakfast. Emeritus of Allentown. 610-967-5454.

Wed. Mar 20 Parkinson’s Support Group St. Luke’s Hospital Allentown campus 17th and Hamilton St. Refreshments 6 - 6:30, presentation 6:30 - 7:30Diff erent topics related to PD.

Wed, Mar 20 LV Military Aff airs Council – Saucon Manor in Hellertown. 12-1:30pm, 484-788-0196, [email protected], or www.lvmac.org for info.

" ur, Mar 21 AARP Chapter 4150 at Lower Macungie Twsp. Comm. Ctr. Brookside Rd.

" ur, Mar 21 12PM Caregivers & Professionals Network Group. Country Meadows of Allentown, Bldg 3, 610-395-7160

Wed Mar 27 Men of Retirement Age Club 1-2;30pm, Advent Moravian Church, 3730 Jacksonville Rd, Hanover.

LV Chapter 1371 NARFE " urs, Mar 28 St. Peters Lutheran Church community room, 1933 Hanover Ave, Allentown, 12 noon. Program of interest to membership follows lunch. Brief business session concludes meeting. Current / former Fed workers are invited. First timers / those having lunch call 610-837-7246 before

Sat, Mar 23. Lunch $8. If just attending program and business session arrive at 12:45 pm. Info: lehighvalleynarfe.tripod.com/ or 610-231-0237.

Tues, 1 pm. Trexlertown Area Senior Group. Trexlertown Fire Co. 610-395-5316.

Tues 1:30-4:30 Palmer Senior Group, meet seniors, play cards, share good times. Charles Chrin Community Ctr Palmer Township 610-252-2098 palmercommunitycenter.org

Wednesdays noon. Fogelsville Senior Group at Fire Company. Amelia, 610-395-2224.

Schnecksville Senior Citizens Group " ursdays: games and social activities 12 noon. Schnecksville Fire Company Rt 309. Info: 610-769-7570

Upper Bucks Senior Center. See schedule: www.upperbuckssac.com Info: 215-536-3066.

Exercise

Bethlehem YMCA. For info on Silver Sneakers and all pgms: www.ymcabethlehem.org/ or 610 867-7588.

Allentown YMCA. For info Silver Sneakers and all pgms: Allentown www.allentownymcaywca.org/ or 610-434-9333

Easton YMCA. For info Silver Sneakers and all pgms: familyymca.org/ or 610.258.6158

Arthritis Aquatics M-W-F 11:00-11:45 AM or 11:45-12:30PM. 3rd St. Alliance for Women & Children. Month:$38 drop-in: $6, more programs, memberships available. 610-258-6271. Aqua Pilates, Arthritis Aquatics, Aqua Aerobics. Rodale Aquatic Ctr Allentown 610-606-4670.OxyFit Gym off ers 1 hour Silver Sneaker classes on Mon, Tues, and Wed at 10:15 and " urs. at 9:15 and 10:15. Yoga stretch classes Mon. & Wed. at 11:15. Info: 610-391-0040 or www.oxyfi tgym.com.

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3rd Friday – Easton Dance Party at " ird St. Alliance, N. 3rd St., Easton. 610-330-9950. Ballroom Dance Sundays, Fearless Fire Co. Allentown, 610-398-8312.

Allentown Area Swing Dance. Fearless Fire Co. 1221 S Front St. 610-390-7550. $9 includes lesson 7pm - 8:30, no partner needed. Mar 5 & 12 East Coast Swing, Mar 19 & 26 Hustle www.allentownswingdance.org.

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Wed 5PM game at 6:45PM Volunteer Fire Co Fogelsville Ladies Auxiliary Cash Prizes 610-395-5479

HTCC hosts monthly Community Bingo- 1st " urs of month at 6:30 pm! Prizes range from $40 to $125.

Wed 6:30 Lehigh County Senior Ctr. Free coff ee, snacks. $15 includes 4 double cards & 1 pack of specials.610-437-3700

Wed 1pm St. Stevens Church Franklin & Turner St. Allentown. Cards, bingo & refreshments. " urs at 12.

Classes and Lectures

Seniors Who Wish to Re-Enter Workforce. Lehigh County Senior Ctr 1633 Elm St. Allentown, Classes: Basic Computer I & II, Digital Camera, Digital Photos, Intro to Internet. Classes at center and Whitehall Library. 8- 1.5 hr. classes $40 members $80 nonmembers. Membership $20. 610-437-3700 or [email protected].

Alz. Support Groups

2nd Wed 5:30 pm Arden Courts 5151 Hamilton Blvd. Allentown2nd Tues Alz. support for the memory impaired and spouse or children Arden Courts 5151 Hamilton Blvd. Allentown 610-

366-90103rd Mon 1:00 pm Arden Courts 5151 Hamilton Blvd. Allentown3rd Sat 3:15pm 410 Krocks Rd. Country Meadows Allentown3rd Wed 3pm Phoebe Terrace 1925 Turner St. Allentown, 2nd Wed 5:30 pm Sarah Care Adult Day Care 7010 Snow Drift Rd. Allentown, 1st " urs 1:00pm St. Andrew’s Church 1900 Pennsylvania Ave. Allentown 3rd " urs 4:30 Westminster Village 2156 Hanover St. Allentown, 3rd Wed 6:30pm Country Meadows Living 4005 Green Pond Rd., Bldg. 4, Bethlehem, 3rd Tues 5:00 pm Kirkland Village 1 Kirkland Village Circle Bethlehem, 4th Mon 2:30pm Moravian Village 526 Wood St. Bethlehem, Last Monday 6:30 pm Traditions of Hanover 5300 Northgate Dr. Bethlehem, 3rd Wed 1:00 pm " ird Street Alliance 41 North " ird St Easton, 1st Wed 9:30am Moravian Hall Square 175 W. North St. Nazareth.Phoebe’s Alzheimer’s Support Grp 3-4:30 PM 3rd Wed. Phoebe Terrace, 1940 Turner St, Allentown. For those with loved ones with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. 610-794-5273. Phoebe’s Connecting Hearts Geriatric Care - service with at-home personalized coaching to make dementia-related caregiving more manageable.

Community Events

Bangor Area High School Gary Moff ett Memorial Scholarship in memory of deceased classmates. $500 award to senior who exemplifi es leadership, service, character and scholastic achievement. Lisa 215-997-2141, [email protected].

Lehigh County Senior Center 610-437-3700. Aqua Aerobics and lap swimming at Muhlenberg on Mon., Wed. Fri. 10-11 a.m. Locker room opens 9:30 a.m. $4. Drop - in, no pre-registration required. Tai Chi Wed., Fri. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. First class free. Zumba Gold Wed. 2-3p.m. " urs. 9-10 a.m. First class free. Low Impact Aerobics Tues and " urs 2-3p.m. First class free. Strength Training Tues., " urs. 12:45-1:45 p.m. First class free. All of the above, except for the pool programs, are at 1633 West Elm Street Allentown, PA 18102. 610-437-

3700 or email at [email protected].

Ritter Elementary School Plymouth St. Alletown, alumni, family and friends reunion rescheduled to May 4, 2013 more info to follow. [email protected]

Hanover Township Comm. Ctr: Weekly or monthly activities: Monday Movie Matinee, Book Discussion Group, Cooking for Two, Pickle Ball, Cards, Red Hat Luncheon. Some have small fee or are free with membership. HTCC is a Silver Sneakers location covering your membership fees. HTCC partners with a Non-Profi t to highlight their cause. A portion of evenings proceeds go towards the non-profi t. Easter Egg Hunt: Saturday, March 9th, $6 a child; limited to 40 spots per age group (0-2 12 pm, 3-5 12:30 pm, 6+ 1 pm). 3660 Jacksonville Rd., Bethlehem 610-317-8701 www.hanovercommunitycetner.com

Matter of BALANCE program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. Learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall risks at home and exercise to increase strength and balance. Friday, March 1 $25 for 8 weeks. 610-434-9333 to register. Allentown YMCA & YWCA, 425 S. 15th St.

Submit nominations for Unsung Heroes. Lehigh County residents, 60 years of age or older, who have displayed exceptional generosity with their time and talent to enhance the lives of others and their community. (610) 782-3445 or [email protected]

Free Upcoming SeminarsSacred Heart Senior Living

4851 Saucon Creek Rd., Center Valley 610-814-2700 to reserve your seat. Wed, Mar 20 6:30 pm. Insurance Changes – Information on Aff ordable Healthcare Act . What are changes in MEDICARE and Healthcare for 2013/2014 and how will this aff ect you? Light dinner provided while you enjoy presentation. Presentor: Sharon Fletcher, President and Senior Health Advisor of Fletcher Senior Sevices.

Country Meadows of Bethlehem hosts “Navigating the Maze of Senior Care” provides seniors and family with info on senior care options: in-home personal care, independent retirement living, personal/assisted care and skilled nursing to make best choices for themselves or loved one. Speaker: Ashley Uhler, Country Meadows Caregiver Expert. " urs, Mar 14 Noon Fellowship Room, Bldg II 4011 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem, register/info, 610.865.5580, [email protected]. Light lunch is served. Register by March 11. Seating is limited.

Mar15 “Creating a therapeutic Program” 4-hour pgm for professionals to learn how Alzheimer’s negatively impacts an individual’s cognition and personhood, how to create a therapeutic environment based on activities and person-centered approaches. Home Helpers/Sterling Heights, 3500 Fairview Street, Bethlehem Register/Breakfast 8:30 am Program: 9 am to 1pm RSVP 7 days prior to program date. $55, approved for 4 continuing education units by NASW, NCERS, ATRA.

Documents

Lifestyles over 50 March 2013