Melissa’s Memo CN SEPT-OCT 13.pdf · As Dave Mustaine once said, “Moving on is a simple thing, what it leaves behind is hard.” Moving forward is simply about being true to oneself

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Melissa’s MemoMelissa Buesching,Senior Circle Advisor and Volunteer Manager

As always, I hope this news-letter finds you doing what-ever keeps you happy, healthy and active. My memo to you this month is certainly bittersweet because I have accepted a new position asdirector of volunteer serviceswith Lutheran Life Villages.

As Dave Mustaine once said, “Moving on is a simple thing, what it leaves behind is hard.” Moving forward is simply about being true to oneself and fulfilling your life’s calling. For some, change is hard. But who promised us that life would always be easy?My passion has always been and will continue to be serving the older adult. As I think back, here are just some of the positive things we’ve experienced together. To begin, there is the joint venture between Fort Wayne Orthopedics and The Rehabilitation Hospital that provides access to two warm water pools. Members can enjoy warm aquatic exercises each week, which is a major benefit to those who suffer from arthritic pain. I cannot tell you how often I have received a phone call or had a member stop in to share a personal story about how much he or she appreciates having the pools available as an exercise option.

I think about the consistency of programming we provide at Dupont, Lutheran and St. Joseph hospitals in order to meet the needs of members across the city and in the various counties we serve. Next, I think about how we have had more physician participation than ever before in our lecture and learn series. Your feedback enabled us to secure more physicians from various specialties and provide programming regarding your health needs. As a result, we have had more member participation during those lectures and learns than ever before.I also think about the fellowship we have enjoyed each time we see each other — all the fun we had guessing where we were headed on the “mystery trip” last year, the movies on Wacky Wednesdays and the day we had brunch at Brookside, when members dressed in their Sunday best and even wore hats. These are just some of the fond memories I have.Looking back, you realize that a very special person passed briefly through your life. That very special person just happens to be you. Goodbyes are not the end. They simply mean I’ll miss you until we meet again. I wish you all the very best and I know you will welcome the new advisor with open arms. Just promise to keep yourself happy, healthy and active and continue to tell others about the wonderful programs we offer in “our circle!”All my best!

Melissa

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UNLESS SPECIFICALLY NOTED, ALL PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE AT THE SENIOR CIRCLE OFFICE ON THE FIRST FLOOR OF THE MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING AT ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL.

Senior Steps:Rehabilitation Hospital• Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30–10:15 a.m.• Six-week session: Sept. 9–Oct. 16, Oct. 28–Dec. 11• Rehabilitation Hospital, Lutheran Hospital campus,

7970 W. Jefferson Blvd.• $54 Senior Circle members, $69 nonmembers• Minimum class size: 8Senior Steps is a great way to start any day. Move to the music with simple steps that are easy to follow and can be done while sitting or standing. This class helps with toning, strength building and range of motion. It can also help improve your emotional well-being. After all, exercise is a great pick-me-up. So keep moving for better health. Sign up today.

Circle Swimmers:Rehabilitation Hospital• Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:30–11:15 a.m.• Required orientation: Call for date• Six-week sessions: Sept. 9–Oct. 16; Oct. 28–Dec. 11• Holiday break: Nov. 25 & Nov. 27• Rehabilitation Hospital, Lutheran Hospital campus, 7970 W. Jefferson Blvd.• $54 Senior Circle members, $69 nonmembers• Maximum class size: 7Join a fitness instructor from Corporate Health and Prevention for aqua fitness in The Rehabilitation Hospital’s therapeutic pool. Aqua fitness improves circulation, burns more calories than any other activity and is much easier on your joints. It also increases flexibility, range of motion and energy levels. Participants must be able to enter and exit the pool independently. Anyone new to this aqua fitness class is required to attend an orientation session.

Circle Swimmers 2: The Orthopedic Hospital at theFort Wayne Orthopedics Campus• Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:15–1 p.m. or

1:15–2 p.m. � Sept. 9–Oct. 16; Oct. 28–Dec. 11 � Holiday break: Nov. 25–Nov. 29• Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12:30–1:15 p.m. � Sept. 10–Oct. 17; Oct. 29–Dec. 12 � Holiday break: Nov. 26 & Nov. 28• Required orientation: Call for date• Fort Wayne Orthopedics campus, 7601 W. Jefferson Blvd., Outpatient Rehab Suite 102• $54 Senior Circle members, $69 nonmembers• Maximum class size: 14Warm water exercise is a great way to remain active, especially if you suffer from arthritis or are healing from a recent fracture. It decreases the amount of stress on the joints, making it easier and less painful to exercise. Participants must be able to enter and exit the pool independently. Anyone new to this aqua fitness class is required to attend an orientation session.

Chair Aerobics:Rehabilitation Hospital• Tuesdays, 6:30–7 p.m.• Rehabilitation Hospital, Lutheran Hospital campus, 7970 W. Jefferson Blvd. (use Weight Management

Center entrance)• $4/class or $40/12 classes (punch card) Join Ashley Reed, an exercise physiologist with the Lutheran Weight Management Center, for this chair aerobic exercise class. Expect an upbeat workout while staying seated! This low-impact class is a great way to strengthen your heart and muscles without stressing your joints. Join this 30-minute class and you may be amazed at how wonderful you feel!

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Pay your Senior Circle membership online.

Here’s how:• Go to seniorcircle.com.• Click on “Join Senior Circle.” • Scroll down to either “New Member” or

“Existing Member.”• Select the number of persons joining and

membership levels.• Once you select from the above, follow the

steps of the application process.• If you have trouble at any time, please feel

free to call 1-800-211-4148.

Senior Circle, an affinity program of Lutheran Health Network, is designed for adults age 50 and better. Lutheran Health Network is pleased to deliver life-changing care to residents of all ages through a network of hospitals, patient care centers and physician offices that includes: Bluffton Regional Medical Center303 S. Main St., Bluffton(260) 824-2001 Dukes Memorial Hospital275 W. 12th St., Peru(765) 472-8000 Dupont Hospital2520 E. Dupont Road, Fort Wayne(260) 416-3057 Kosciusko Community Hospital2280 Provident Court, Warsaw(574) 269-6700 Lutheran Children’s Hospital7950 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne(260) 435-PEDS (7337) Lutheran Hospital7950 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne(260) 435-7001 | (800) 444-2001 RediMed Urgent Care ClinicsMultiple locations providing urgent care, businesshealth and outpatient physical therapy services.Visit redimedclinics.com for details.

Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Wayne 7970 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne(260) 435-6100 St. Joseph Hospital700 Broadway, Fort Wayne(260) 425-3000 The Orthopedic Hospital7952 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne(260) 435-2999 Lutheran Health Physicians• Bluffton Physician Services• Dukes Medical Group• Kosciusko Medical Group• Lutheran Medical Group• RediMed Physicians• St. Joseph Medical Group For additional information about Lutheran Health Network, as well as a complete list of physicians and their office locations, visit LutheranHealth.net.

Register for Senior Circleclasses online. Here’s how:

• Go to www.lutheranhealth.net• Click on “Calendar of Events”• Scroll down to the date of the appropriate

program• Click on the name of your chosen class• Scroll down the page and fill in the contact

information• Click signup• Once you submit a reservation, you can select

other classes listed on the right side of the page• Once you have completed this process, a

message will indicate that the submission was successful. However, if a class is full, we will contact you.





Circle Fitness: WellnessCenter at St. Joseph HospitalSenior Fitness• Tuesdays and Thursdays• 9 a.m.–noon — Pick one hour! (Other times are available upon request)• $27 Senior Circle members, $35 nonmembers

Monthly Maintenance• Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays• 8 a.m.–noon or 1–3 p.m. — Pick one hour!• $30 per month Studies show seniors who exercise regularly do not need to go to the doctor as often as those who don’t exercise. The Wellness Center has a treadmill, recumbent bike, upright bike, steppers, elliptical and resistance equipment. Plus, a healthcare professional will monitor your blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen saturation. Members also receive a monthly newsletter with health tips.For more information or to schedule an appoint-ment, contact the Wellness Center at 425-3208.

Spiece Fitness Walking Program• 5310 Merchandise Drive

(off Lima Road south of exit 311A) • Monday–Thursday, 5 a.m.–10 p.m. Fridays, 5 a.m.–9 p.m. Saturdays, 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Sundays, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.Enjoy free walking privileges. Show your Senior Circle membership card and meet with a customer service representative the first time you come to walk. If you join the facility, the $120 enrollment fee is waived. Full facility membership is $42 per month for seniors, $65 for senior couples. This includes classes in Spiece Fitness’ heated pool. Call 483-1415 for more information.

Zumba Gold• Steppin‘ Up Physical Therapy, 10006 Auburn

Park Drive• Zumba Gold/Zumba Gold Toning, Tuesdays

and Thursdays, 9–10 a.m.• Zumba Gold/Zumba Fusion, Wednesdays,

6:30–7:30 p.m.• Zumba Gold Fusion, Saturdays, 8:30–9:30 a.m.• Senior Circle members: $5 drop-in fee or $4.50

per class with a 10-class punch card• Nonmembers: $7 drop-in fee or $6 per class

with a 10-class punch card• No preregistration required; call 497-7191 for

more informationDonna Pond, certified Zumba instructor, tailored these classes to meet the needs of older active adults and those with joint issues or other physical limitations. The exercise moves, created to meshwith energizing Latin dance rhythms, are per-formed at a lower intensity level than regular Zumba. The transition between steps is also slower.Have fun and burn calories in a class designed just for folks like you!

Coventry Meadows:New Energy Wellness CenterSenior Circle members can enjoy a $30 month-to-month membership at the New Energy Wellness Center at Coventry Meadows, 7843 W. Jefferson Blvd. The center offers a personalized strength program designed to help improve your current fitness level and give you more energy. Blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen saturation levels are monitored before and after each session. Call 432-4848 for more information. Be sure to show your Senior Circle membership card!

Foot Care Clinic• Thursdays, Sept. 5 & Oct. 3, 1–3:30 p.m.• Fridays, Sept. 6 & Oct. 4, 8:30-11:30 a.m.• Wednesday, Sept. 11, 8:30–11:30 a.m.• Wednesdays, Sept. 18, Oct. 9 & Oct. 16, 8:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.• Tuesdays, Sept. 17 & Oct. 15, 1–3:30 p.m.• Thursday, Oct. 17, 8:30–11:30 a.m.• Appointment required• $21 Senior Circle members, $24 nonmembers Carol Snyder, LPN, will trim toenails, massage feet and file calluses. Bring a foot basin and large towel.

Massage• Tuesdays, Sept. 17 & Oct. 29, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.• Tuesday, Oct. 8, 1–4 p.m.• $15 for 15 minutes, $30 for 30 minutes• Appointments requiredPatrice Hunsberger, a state certified massage therapist, provides private table massages to help improve circulation, accelerate healing, ease pain and relieve stress. As always, consult your physician prior to having a massage.

FREE “How’s YourHearing?” Screening• Tuesdays, Sept. 17 & Oct. 15, 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.• Appointment required• Available for Senior Circle members onlyFort Wayne Audiology Center staff conducts hearing screenings, provides consultation, checks for ear wax, cleans any type of hearing aid and does minor hearing aid repairs — all FREE in the Senior Circle office. Alternate times and services are available at Fort Wayne Audiology Center’s main office, located four blocks east at 217 W. Wayne St. Show your Senior Circle membership card to receive a discount!

FREE Foot Screening• Thursdays, Sept. 19 & Oct. 17, 2–4 p.m.• Appointment required• Available for Senior Circle members onlyDo you suffer from nail fungus, foot instability, athlete’s foot, heel pain, deformed toes or thick, brittle or discolored nails? Do you have trouble walking or staying on your feet? Are you diabetic and have concerns about your feet? Matthew Robison, DPM, Aboite Podiatry Associates, will examine your feet and make recommendations to keep them healthy.

Chem 30 Blood Chemistry• Lutheran Hospital, 7950 W. Jefferson Blvd. � Thursdays, Sept. 19 & Oct. 17, 9–10 a.m.• Senior Circle office, St. Joseph Hospital � Tuesday, Sept. 24, 7:30–9 a.m.• Dupont Hospital, 2520 E. Dupont Road � Thursday, Oct. 10, 8–9 a.m.• Anthony Medical Center, 5717 S. Anthony Blvd. � Tuesday, Oct. 22, 7:30–9 a.m.• Appointment required• $49; available for Senior Circle members onlyChem 30 measures levels of sodium, potassium, glucose, uric acid, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, HDL, LDL, triglycerides and more. A 12-hour fast is required. Please share results with your physician.

FREE Blood Pressure Check• Tuesday, Sept. 24, 7:30–9 a.m.• No appointment necessary• Provided by Sunshine Home HealthHypertension, or high blood pressure, has been called the “silent killer.” Regular blood pressure checks can save your life!





Painting ClassesLearn step-by-step painting from Carl Mosher, artist and painting instructor. Supplies are furnished and participants leave class with a finished painting.

The Painting Picassos: All About Technique• Friday, Sept. 27, 1–4 p.m.• Medium: Acrylic on canvas• $25 Senior Circle members, $30 nonmembers• Registration deadline: Friday, Sept. 20• Class size limitedSeptember’s class is a “makeup” class for painters who want to finish a past project from class or bring in another unfinished painting from home. The instructor will concentrate on brush control, paint mixing and color adjustment.

The Painting Picassos: Sunset Lights• Friday, Oct. 25, 1–4 p.m.• Medium: Oil on canvas• $25 Senior Circle members, $30 nonmembers• Registration deadline: Friday, Oct. 18• Class size extremely limitedA couple stands hand-in-hand at the foot of a towering lighthouse and admires the setting sun.

Lunch & Learn:411 on Back Pain• Thursday, Sept. 26, 11:30 a.m.• Lutheran Hospital, Function Room 3 & 4• Free lunch co-sponsored by Englewood and

Ossian Health & Rehabilitation• Reservation deadline: Friday, Sept. 20Eight out of 10 Americans have back pain, which can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain. Severe back pain develops suddenly and usually lasts from a few days to a few weeks.

Chronic back pain lasts more than three months. Join Thomas L. Lazoff, MD, Physical Medicine Consultants, as he discusses acute and chronic back pain in older adults and shares tidbits about your back health and you.

Craft and Learn:The Great Pumpkin• Friday, Oct. 4, 1–3 p.m.• Light snack co-sponsored by Englewood and

Ossian Health & Rehabilitation• Reservation deadline: Friday, Sept. 27For some people, Halloween is all about the pumpkin. Do you ever wish you could enjoy that perfectly carved jack-o’-lantern forever instead of having it spoil within a week? Well, with us you can. Join us for this spook-takular afternoon as we carve out some good times while carving a craft pumpkin. We have everything you’ll need to make this project complete. Don’t be a scaredy-cat. Hang around with us for a spell. Space is limited, so call today.

Lunch and Learn:Thumbs Up!• Friday, Oct. 11, 11:30 a.m.• Dupont Hospital, Dupont Resource Center• 2514 Building, Suite 210• Free lunch sponsored by Heritage Park• Reservation deadline: Friday, Oct. 4Arthritis of the thumb usually occurs at the base ofthe thumb where it meets the wrist, making it moredifficult to grip or pinch things. Steven Eddy, MD, an orthopedic surgeon with Fort Wayne Orthopedics,will discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and treatmentof thumb arthritis, which increases in frequency over time and with age.

Lunch & Learn:Why Do My Pipes Leak?• Wednesday, Sept. 11, 11:30 a.m.• Dupont Hospital, Dupont Resource Center• 2514 Building, Suite 210• Free lunch co-sponsored by Covington Manor

and University Park Health & Rehabilitation • Reservation deadline: Friday, Sept. 6Urinary incontinence, an involuntary loss of urine, can occur at any age. It is more common among older adults and especially women, affecting about 30 percent of women and 15 percent of men. George Martin, MD, Northeast Indiana Urology, will discuss the various types of disorders, which are often under recognized and underreported to physicians. Dr. Martin will also answer any questions you may have about urology, so come prepared for a Q&A session, too.

Senior Circle Orientation• Tuesdays, Sept. 17 & Oct. 15, 10:30 a.m.• Reservations preferredLearn about special programs, discounts and travel opportunities and tell us what programs you would like to see offered.

Breakfast & Learn: Mind Works• Tuesday, Sept. 17, 8:30 a.m.• St. Joseph Hospital, Assembly Room• Free breakfast sponsored by Lutheran Life Villages• Reservation deadline: Friday, Sept. 13Many of us fear the thought of losing our memory as we age. Andrea Sliger, BHSc, wellness director, Lutheran Life Villages, Village at Anthony Boulevard, will discuss how the mind works and teach mental exercise tips you can practice on your own. Find out more about how important mental exercise is and how it plays a significant role in keeping your mind healthy.

Terrific Tuesdays @ the Movies!• Tuesday, Sept. 17, arrive noon–12:15 p.m. � $4 (matinee time only) � Reservation deadline: Friday, Sept. 13• Tuesday, Oct. 15, arrive noon–12:15 p.m. � $4 (matinee time only) � Reservation deadline: Friday, Oct. 11• Available for Senior Circle members only• Sponsored by Covington Manor and University

Park Health & RehabilitationWe’ve changed movie day to Tuesdays to take advantage of Carmike’s $2 small popcorn and $2 small soda deal. That’s a big-screen matinee movie and a snack for only $8! Carmike Jefferson Pointe 18 is located on Fort Wayne’s southwest side. Call us at 425-3087 for more information and to reserve your coupon. We will forward your reservation to our sponsors. Coupons are limited, so make your reservations today.Please note: On the day of the movie, stop by our sponsors’ booth, show your Senior Circle card and claim your $2.50 discount movie coupon. This coupon must be presented when you purchasethe movie ticket(s) in order to receive the discount.

Craft & Learn:Scrapbooking, Scrapbooking!• Friday, Sept. 20, 1–3 p.m.• Light snack sponsored by Bethlehem Woods

Nursing & Rehabilitation• Reservation deadline: Friday, Sept. 13Spend the afternoon creating a scrapbook page filled with memories. Everything is provided, except the personal photos you will need to bring to make this project complete. Be sure the photos are something you won’t mind using in a creative way. Whether or not you have scrapbooked before,are looking for new ideas or simply want to learn something new, this project is for you.

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Breakfast & Learn: Healthy Aging• Tuesday, Oct. 15, 8:30 a.m.• St. Joseph Hospital, Assembly Room• Free breakfast sponsored by Visiting Angels• Reservation deadline: Friday, Oct. 11Bryan Flueckiger, MD, St. Joseph Medical Group, who specializes in adult and geriatric psychiatry, will discuss changes and various illnesses asso-ciated with normal aging. He will also talk about strategies for healthy aging.

AARP Driver Safety Class• Wednesday, Oct. 23, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.• St. Joseph Hospital, Assembly Room• $12 for AARP members, $14 for nonmembers• Cash or check accepted, made payable to AARP• Must bring driver’s license and AARP member-

ship number• Reservation deadline: Friday, Oct. 18 • Maximum class size: 30Safe driving is a challenge for all drivers, especially older drivers who have changes in vision, hearing, reaction time and judgment. Older adults are morelikely to experience health impairments that affectdriving skills and can ultimately make driving unsafe. This is a classroom-style refresher course for drivers age 50 and better. Join Dick Huber, MD, AARP driver safety instructor, and learn proven safety strategies to help keep you safe on the road. Plan to bring a sack lunch or buy lunch at the Off Broadway Café. And check with your automobile insurance provider — you may be eligible for a discount on your car insurance.

Join Senior Circle Stitchers!These ladies meet every other Wednesday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Finished projects are donated to the St. Joseph Regional Burn Center. Stitchers are always welcome! Call 260-425-3087 for more information. Join Senior Circle Stitchers!

Craft & Learn: Framing Fall• Friday, Oct. 18, 1–3 p.m.• Light snack sponsored by Miller’s Merry Manor• Reservation deadline: Friday, Oct. 11Craft a fun, fall-themed frame for your most cherished photo! We have all you need — acorns, leaves, lentils, corn, twigs and even pine cones. Place your finished frame in your house and guestswill want to make one for themselves. So fall into fun with us during an afternoon of framing.

Lunch and Learn:An Ounce of Preventionis Worth a Pound of Cure• Thursday, Oct. 24, 11:30 a.m.• Lutheran Hospital, Function Room 3 & 4• Free lunch co-sponsored by Bethlehem Woods

and Glenbrook Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing • Reservation deadline: Friday, Oct. 18Ben Franklin once said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This certainly applies to the prevention of heart disease. Join us as R. Chawla, MD, a cardiologist with St. Joseph Medical Group, explains how a few lifestyle changes can make a world of difference in your heart health. Some of the most important health-related lifestyle changes are simple things we tend to take for granted, including diet, exercise, sleep and stress. In fact, these four seemingly simple things account for much of the declining health in America today. Make your reservation today to learn more about your heart health.

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The following programs are scheduled at Kosciusko Community Hospital in Warsaw. Members from Fort Wayne are also welcome to attend.

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Medicare Counseling• Fridays, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m. by appointmentState Health Insurance Assistance Programs, orSHIP, is a free, unbiased counseling program

provided by the Indiana Department of Insurance. State-certified volunteer counselors provide local help for people with

health insurance issues, including Medicare.

Legal Counseling• Fridays, Sept. 13, & Oct. 11, 1–3 p.m. by appoint-

ment only• Available for Senior Circle members onlyAn elderlaw attorney from the firm Beers, Mallers, Backs and Salin will provide a free 20-minute consultation and answer your legal questions.

Senior Circle Membership BenefitsSenior Circle members have ongoing access to a multitude of programs, services and screenings designed for mature adults. Members can also take advantage of the following discounts and benefits:• Meal discount: receive employee pricing in the cafeterias at Dupont, Kosciusko Community, Lutheran, Rehabilitation and St. Joseph hospitals,

as well as Bluffton Regional Medical Center• Parking discount: 50 percent discount on

parking in the St. Joseph Hospital garage• Free walking privileges at Spiece Fitness, exclusive to Senior Circle members• EyeMed vision plan: substantial savings at

many local retail providers• ScriptSave: prescription drug discounts• Hearing aid discounts through Beltone and Fort Wayne Audiology Center• Free copy, fax and notary service (by

appointment)

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

Visit the Honeywell House Museum• Friday, Sept. 6, 10:30 a.m.• 720 North Wabash Street, Wabash, IN 46992• Meet in KCH lobby at 9:30 a.m. and caravan down• Enjoy a tour and lunch• Cost for lunch is $9.95 • Reservations required; call 574-372-5854

Breakfast & Learn• Friday, Sept. 20, 8:30 a.m.• Miller’s Senior Living Community, Assisted

Living Dining Room• Join us as Dr. Plummer, a new KCH pediatrician,

provides tips to help positively influence your grandchild’s health.

• Reservations required; call 574-372-5854

Complimentary Vision Screening• Friday, Sept. 20, 10-11 a.m.• KCH Health & Wellness Center• Reservations required; 574-372-7890

OCTOBER EVENTS

Breast Health Education• KCH Cancer Care Center• Learn to perform a breast self-exam from a

certified instructor • By appointment only; call 574-372-3802

Visit McClure’s Apple Orchard• Thursday, Oct. 3, 10 a.m.• 5054 N. US 31, Peru, IN. 46970• Meet in KCH lobby at 9 a.m. and caravan down • Enjoy a tour and lunch at this family owned

apple orchard.• Cost for lunch is $9• Reservations required; 574-372-5854

Complimentary Breakfast & Learn• Friday, Oct. 18, 8:30 a.m.• KCH Administration Classroom• Dr. Musaberk Goksel, oncologist/hematologist,

will discuss breast cancer facts, signs and symptoms.

• Mary Childers, RN, will discuss how to perform a proper monthly breast self-exam.

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