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Cathy Barnes
Senior Centers Without Walls
Senior Services Division of Frederick County 1440 Taney Avenue
Frederick, MD 21702 301-600-1605-Mondays only
JUNE 2019
Senior Center Without Walls
Monthly Newsletter
Beautiful in
Your Skin
Month
Lemonade
Days
June 1–9
World
Bicycle Day
June 3
Banana Split
Days
June 7–8
Roller Coaster
Day
June 13
Father’s Day
June 16
World Music
Day
June 21
Social Media
Day
June 30
The Magnificent Abyss
June is World Ocean Month, a time to celebrate everything
in and under the sea. What would our world be without the
ocean? The ocean produces over half of the air we breathe.
Covering 70% of the planet’s surface, the ocean’s currents
distribute heat all around the globe, regulating both the
world’s climate and weather patterns. And although 95%
of the ocean remains unexplored, it is home to over two million different species,
including the largest animal ever known to have existed on Earth.
The blue whale, capable of growing to almost 100 feet long and weighing in at 190
tons, is larger by far than any dinosaur that ever walked the earth. This massive
creature relies on one of the ocean’s smallest animals for its chief food source. The
blue whale eats krill, those tiny two-inch-long, shrimp-like crustaceans that swarm
by the tens of thousands. That the world’s largest animal should rely on one of the
smallest should not come as a surprise, for this is just another example of Earth’s great
symbiosis. Whether on land or in the sea, all organisms are interdependent on each
other for their survival.
The vast diversity of life in our oceans is astounding. Large and charismatic animals
such as whales, sharks, dolphins, rays, walruses, and seals get the lion’s share
of attention. Tourist hotspots such as reefs, beaches, and lagoons along the coasts
draw visitors. But the mystery of the ocean lies in its vast depths. Humans are most
familiar with the upper ocean, perhaps the top 500 feet. What is astounding is that
the average depth of the ocean is over 13,000 feet deep. That’s as high as the peaks
of the Rocky Mountains! So what mysteries lie at those unplumbed depths?
Scientists have discovered sea anemones and upside-down swimming fish under
ice sheets, coral reefs off Greenland, and new species of shrimp and sponges
near underwater sea vents. Who is to say that mermaids do not exist, given the fact
that so many parts of the ocean have been unexplored?
Something to Smile About
To humans, a smile is a universal
sign of happiness and friendship.
So don’t be afraid to show your
pearly whites this month, because
June is Smile Month.
Throughout most of the animal world, the baring of
teeth is often a sign of threat or aggression.
Baboons, for example, are known to bare their teeth
in shows of force. Some primates, though, bare their
teeth as a show of submissiveness. Biologists believe that this behavior may be where the story
of the human smile begins.
Humans are the only species that uses the smile, in
various forms, to demonstrate happiness. Even
visually impaired children who have never seen a smile show the same kinds of smiles that sighted
people do. This tells us that smiling is something
preprogrammed into humans. This behavior is not
learned but instinctual.
Biologists speculate that amongst primates,
because teeth are still used for biting, to bare them is naturally an aggressive warning of an impending
bite. Humans, however, have evolved other means of
aggression that have nothing to do with teeth.
Teeth, instead, have become associated with
laughing and eating, both of which are incredibly powerful forms of social bonding. In fact,
anthropologist and evolutionary psychologist Robin
Dunbar asserts that laughter has taken the place of
grooming as one of our primary means of social
bonding. By this measure, laughter and showing our teeth may be one of the most powerful social cues
we humans have in our social arsenal.
We smile when we are happy, but can forcing
ourselves to smile make us feel happy even when
we are not? Neurologists have discovered that the
physical act of smiling triggers chemical reactions in
the brain that boost our moods, lower stress, and
even strengthen our immune systems. So don’t just
smile during the month of June; do it all year
round!
Operation Overlord
Operation Overlord, the invasion
most familiarly known as D-Day,
commenced on the morning of
June 6, 1944. Forces of Nazi
Germany held the beaches of
France’s Normandy coastline.
Allied forces numbering 156,000
American, British, and Canadian troops landed en
masse to retake the beaches. D-Day has been
called the largest amphibious assault in history,
and its success was largely due to both the heroism
of the Allied soldiers and months of planning.
General Dwight D. Eisenhower enacted a masterful
plan of deception that left the Germans unaware of
where the Allies would strike. Fake radio
transmissions detailed the movement of a phantom
army. Even fake supplies and equipment were
routed to misleading locations. Within a week,
despite heavy losses, the beaches were within Allied
control. It was the beginning of the end of the war
in Europe.
A Bunch of Hot Air
Hot Air Balloon Day, on June 5,
celebrates the incredible
achievement of the Montgolfier
brothers. On this day in 1783, the
brothers demonstrated the first
unmanned flight of a hot air
balloon in the skies above their hometown of
Annonay, France. The balloon itself was
constructed of taffeta, fabric, and paper. It may
seem amazing that it lifted off the ground at all
considering that it weighed in at over 500 pounds.
But fly it did, reaching a tremendous height of 6,000
feet. The Montgolfier brothers knew their invention
was a wonder, and they decided to take it to Paris
for a demonstration in front of King Louis XVI and
Marie Antoinette. The balloon was still unmanned,
but no less marvelous for its historic flying of a
rooster, duck, and sheep before a crowd of 130,000
Parisians. The miracle of flight had, at last, moved
from imagination to reality
Stars and Stripes Forever
Wave the flag proudly on June 14,
which is Flag Day in the United States. In the midst of the American
Revolutionary War, the colonists had no flag to unify
them. Regiments flew their own unique flags to
identify their colony or their group. In June of 1775,
the Second Continental Congress met in Philadelphia to create a Continental Army. It was
then that they created the first American flag of 13
alternating red and white stripes with a Union Jack
in the corner. Unfortunately, this flag looked too
similar to the British flag, and General George
Washington was quick to ask for the design of a new symbol. So on June 14, 1777, the Continental
Congress designed a new flag consisting of 13
alternating red and white stripes, with a circle of 13
white stars on a field of blue—the birth of the Stars
and Stripes. It seems that the idea of a circle of stars on a field of blue was a popular one, for on
June 29, 1985, the European Communities adopted
a blue flag with a circle of 12 yellow stars as their
banner for a unified Europe.
Happy Birthday to Whom?
On June 27, 1859, a schoolteacher
named Mildred J. Hill composed a
tune she called “Good Morning to
All.” Her younger sister, Patty Hill,
wrote some cheerful lyrics that the two could sing
to their students upon their arrival at school. In
1924, however, the song underwent a dramatic
change. A verse was added with the line “Happy
birthday to you.” Soon, it became the most
popular song in the world, sung on everyone’s
birthday. Yet the song was never credited or
copyrighted. In 1935, the Summy Company
decided to register a copyright to the song, and
then in 1988, Warner/Chappell Music purchased
the company owning the copyright, claiming
ownership of the song. While Warner/Chappell
claims that a royalty of $700 is owed each time the
song is sung, no one is going to let an exorbitant
fee like that spoil the pleasure of singing “Happy
Birthday to You” at a loved one’s birthday party.
Rope Dancers Over Niagara
On the morning of June 30, 1859, an
audience of 25,000 swarmed both
the American and Canadian sides of Niagara Falls
to gawk at a French acrobat named Jean Francois
Gravelet, better known by his stage name of
Monsieur Charles Blondin. Blondin was going to
attempt the absurd feat of walking across the
Niagara River gorge over the roaring falls.
The Great Blondin had arrived months earlier in the
hopes of making the crossing during the winter.
Snow, ice, and deadly gusts of winds had convinced
him to return in the summer. His crossing was
described as the act of a madman, but Blondin had
been tightrope walking since the age of four. He
believed it was his natural calling in life. Standing
only five-foot-five and weighing 140 pounds, he
was described by his manager as “more like a
fantastic sprite than a human being.” He was also a
fantastic showman. He stepped out onto the
hempen cable with the aid of a 26-foot long pole.
Spectators gasped when he sat down on the rope
after walking only one-third of the way across and
called for one of the tourist boats, the Maid of the
Mist, to anchor beneath him. He lowered a rope
and hauled up a bottle of wine, from which he
poured himself a glass and had a drink. When he
reached the other side, he turned around to walk
back again, this time hauling a daguerreotype
camera! He again paused in the middle of his
balancing act, this time to set up the camera to snap
a picture of the crowd on the American side. The
Great Blondin’s fame skyrocketed overnight, and he
would return to Niagara again and again, with his
highwire stunts becoming ever more absurd. It is
estimated that he made the crossing 300 times
over his lifetime.
The Great Blondin’s feats over Niagara were by no
means the last. As recently as June 15, 2012, an
aerialist by the name of Nik Wallenda crossed over
Niagara on a two-inch-wide wire—but he crossed
directly over the falls as opposed to farther down
the gorge, entering the history books as the first
person to do so.
Groceries for Seniors
A monthly free distribution of canned goods,
shelf stable products and seasonal produce
(when available)
Location: Frederick Senior Center
Date: Friday June 7
Time: 1:00 pm
Cost: FREE-must have photo ID
Chat with Joy: Aging in Place Senior Living Options & Financial
Considerations
Speaker: Kriste Kidd, Oasis
Location: Brunswick Senior Center
Date: Wednesday June 5
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Urbana Senior Center
Date: Wednesday June 12
Time: 11:30 am
Location: Frederick Senior Center
Date: Thursday June 13
Time 11:30 am
Location: Emmitsburg Senior Center
Date: Tuesday June 11
Time: 11:00 am
Nurse Steve: “Why would I want
Palliative Care?” A discussion on what palliative care is and
who decides when it is time for it. Location: Brunswick Senior Center
Date: Wednesday June 12
Time: 10:30 am
Location: Urbana Senior Center
Date: Thursday June 6
Time: 12:00pm
Location: Emmitsburg Senior Center
Date: Tuesday June 25
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Location: Frederick Senior Center Date: Thursday June 20
Time: 12:00 pm
Senior Center Highlights Homemade Wine
Presenter: Don Ludke, certified Master
Gardner
Location: Urbana Senior Center
Date: Tuesday June 11
Time: 6:00 pm
Have you ever thought about making your
own wine? The process will be explained,
he will bring his own equipment and
demonstrate the process. (This is not a wine
tasting with samples and a rating sheet.)
Enhance your Garden through
Composting @ Home Presenter: Annmarie Cramer, Frederick
County Recycling Outreach
Location: Frederick Senior Center
Date: Wednesday June 19
Time: 2:00 pm
Composting is an easy, all-natural method of
turning much of your yard and kitchen waste
into a valuable landscape amendment, find
out how! Pre-registration Required, visit the senior Center in
person or email
[email protected] to register
Bullying & Intimidation
Speaker: Fred Bailess
Location: Brunswick Senior Center
Date: Tuesday June 11
Time: 11:00 am
Pen Mar Outing & Picnic
Hosted by: Emmitsburg Senior Center
Date: Friday June 28
Leaving: 10:00 am
Cost: $5.00
Reservations by Monday June 24
Dementia Live
Location: Emmitsburg Senior Center
Date: June 14 Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Must pre-register
Frederick County Senior Services Division &
Senior Center Highlights
Take Your Best Guess Have you ever thought about the origins of everyday expressions, or idioms? An idiom is a word or group of words that have a literal meaning, but also have taken on an additional meaning. For example, “Let the cat out of the bag,” doesn’t actually mean there’s a kitty in your grocery bag that needs to be unpacked. Picture someone learn-ing English as a second language hearing some of these offbeat phrases—how strange they must seem!
To play the game: There are 16 idioms below. For each idiom there are four clues. See if players can guess the idiom before
you get to the last clue. Pause between each clue for response. You can play the game non-competitively or with two teams, alternating which team goes first for each
idiom. If one team does not guess correctly, the other team can take a guess. Give teams a point for each correct
answer.
Idiom #1- Clues
• Pick one or the other. • Make a choice between this or that. • The first word is an animal that swims. • Fish or ___________________. Answer: Fish or cut bait. Origin: In the 1800s, American fisherman would work as teams. One person would fish, and the other would cut bait. It was important to designate who would do which task; they were of equal importance. The phrase came to be used in American households when dividing up chores. Now the phrase is used in reference to someone making a decision.
Idiom #2-Clues • Paying close attention to something doesn’t make it happen more quickly. • Checking the clock constantly seems to make the time go slower. • Looking at something doesn’t make it hotter. • A watched pot _________________. Answer: A watched pot never boils. Origin: Benjamin Franklin, writing under the pseudonym “Poor Richard,” coined this phrase. He often wrote about staying busy and being industrious, and this is one of several idioms he used to make this point. The meaning today is similar, although the emphasis is on not obsessing about something, rather than being pro-ductive.
Idiom #3-Clues • Don’t count on just one thing. • Hedge your bets. • Don’t quit your day job. • Don’t put all your eggs ______________. Answer: Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Origin: This expression is attributed to the book Don Quixote, by Miguel Cervantes. While most modern translations of Don Quixote don’t include this idiom, some very early translations of Don Quixote included, “It is the part of a wise man to keep himself today for tomorrow, and not venture all his eggs in one basket.” This is one of the few idioms with a meaning that has not changed since it came into use in the early 1700s.
Idiom #4-Clues • It’s hard to sleep if you have a guilty conscience. • You get no breaks if you haven’t been good. • The first word rhymes with go. • No rest for ____________________ Answer: No rest for the wicked Origin: This idiom comes from the Bible: “‘There is no peace,’ says my God, ‘for the wicked.’” (Isaiah 57:21) In its Biblical context, the phrase refers to the eternal suffering of unrepentant sinners. In contemporary context, however, “no rest for the wicked” is usually used lightheartedly. For example, a busy mom might say this while cooking dinner after a long day of work.
Idiom #5-Clues • If you can’t handle it, don’t take it on. • Don’t overcommit yourself. • If it doesn’t fit in your mouth, you shouldn’t eat it. • Don’t bite off _________________. Answer: Don’t bite off more than you can chew. Origin: In the American West of the 1800s, chewing tobacco was sold in solid cakes. Swallowing it could make you very ill, or even kill you. This saying was a practical reminder not to take too large a bite of tobacco cake. Now, the expression refers to responsibilities or tasks, and advises against committing to more tasks than you can reasonably handle.
Idiom #6-Clues • Anticipating that something bad is going to happen • Wondering when the next problem will occur • Something you wear on your foot • Waiting for the other _______________ Answer: Waiting for the other shoe to drop Origin: In turn-of-the-century America, boardinghouse living meant hearing neighbors all around you. If you lived below a worker who wore heavy boots, you might hear them take off one boot and loudly let it fall to the floor, shortly followed by the second boot. This idiom’s contemporary meaning is less literal but shares the same connotation—it describes the anticipation of an additional event before one can relax.
Idiom #7-Clues • Do everything you can to make something a success. • Go a bit overboard for a big event. • Don’t hold back or stop yourself from being a bit extravagant. • Pull out all _____________ Answer: Pull out all the stops Origin: Pulling out the stops of an organ allows the instrument to play all the sounds it possibly can at once, making it as loud as possible. This phrase has come to mean giving something your all, or doing every-thing to ensure maximum success.
Idiom #8-Clues • There’s no reason to be critical of something given to you. • Don’t be suspicious or suspect of a kind act. The first word is don’t. The second word rhymes with cook. Don’t look a ________________.
Answer: Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth. Origin: In the early 1900s, buyers would inspect a horse’s teeth when deciding whether or not to purchase it. Bad teeth were a sign of a bad horse. Today, the expression refers to being suspect of a gift, or questioning the motives of a good deed, rather than being grateful for it.
Idiom #9-Clues • Set the feline free. • Fess up. Tell the whole story. • Meow! • Let the cat ___________. Answer: Let the cat out of the bag. Origin: In the 1600s and 1700s, a common fraud was to sell someone a pig, which was worth some money, but then at the last minute, slip a monetarily worthless cat into the buyer’s bag. Once the buyer took the cat out of the bag, they knew they were scammed. Now, this term usually refers to telling a secret or confessing something.
Idiom #10-Clues • Getting all dolled up • Wearing a number • How celebrities appear on the red carpet • Dressed to ___________ Answer: Dressed to the nines Origin: English aristocrats in the 1700s felt that it took nine yards of fabric to make a high-quality men’s suit. We now use the phrase when someone is dressed up and looking fancy.
Idiom #11-Clues • Something scary in the pantry • Bones in storage • The first word is also a type of key. • Skeletons in ________________ Answer: Skeletons in the closet Origin: Editor of the British literary journal the Eclectic Review, William Hendry Stowell, was the first to pen this phrase in 1816. It was in reference to the family practice of hiding incidents of diseases that were known to be infectious or hereditary. Today, the idiom still refers to a family or individual hiding something from their past; usually, however, this is not an illness but an unsavory incident like an arrest or scandal.
Idiom #12-Clues • Not your “A’s” and “B’s” • Pay attention to these two letters. • Like dotting your “I’s” and crossing your “T’s” • Minding your ______________ Answer: Minding your P’s and Q’s Origin: Taverns used to serve beer by either the pint or the quart. Barmaids had to pay close attention to make sure they were charging people for the correct amount of beer. Now the expression refers to more than alcoholic beverages; it is a general way of saying to do things with care and to double-check for accura-cy.
Idiom #13-Clues • The honeymoon is over. • Marilyn Monroe standing over a subway grate • A long time to scratch • The seven __________ Answer: The seven-year itch Origin: This idiom originates from the previously held notion that mites and scabies could infect a person for up to seven years, causing them to itch for that long. “The seven-year itch” is now associated with getting bored or needing a change, especially in reference to romance.
Idiom #14-Clues • Pets falling from the sky • Really strange, wet weather • The last word rhymes with frogs. • It’s raining _________________. Answer: It’s raining cats and dogs. Origin: In the middle ages in England, cats and dogs would often find nooks in the eaves of rooftops to stay dry during rainstorms. Many homes were in ill repair, and the weak roofs would sometimes cave in, causing dogs and cats to fall through the roof and into the house. People now use the phrase to describe a heavy downpour.
Idiom #15-Clues • To blow someone off or make them feel unwelcome • Wearing a sleeveless dress on a cool night • When you lose interest in someone, you give them this. • Give the ________________ Answer: Give the cold shoulder Origin: In medieval England, hosts would let guests know it was time to go home by serving them a cold slice of mutton or beef shoulder. Now, “the cold shoulder” implies a lack of warmth or rude attitude.
Pool Noodle Games Game #1 Noodle Javelin-Number of players: any size group
Materials:
• 2 pool noodles • Duct tape
• Cotton rope or twine • Scissors
• (Optional) Command-style hook
Setup:
• Twist a pool noodle into a circle and duct tape it together at the seam.
• Tie rope or twine around the noodle and hang it from the ceiling (you can use a
command hook) in a place where there is plenty of space all around the noodle. (You can use a command hook.)
• Cut a second pool noodle into four 12" pieces.
How to play: 1. Players can stand or sit about 4 to 6 feet from the pool noodle hoop. 2. Let each player try to throw the 12" noodles javelin-style through the center of the hoop 3. Adjust the height of the hoop as needed, especially for people who prefer playing while seated. 4. You can award a point for each “bull’s eye.”
ame #2: Noodle Croquet-Number of players: 2–4
Materials:
• 3 pool noodles • 12 corks
• 12 rubber bands • 4 soft balls or “stress” balls in different
colors
• Duct tape • Scissors
Setup:
• Cut three pool noodles in half.
• Place corks in the ends of the six noodle pieces so they are flush with the noodle. If the corks are too loose, wrap
them in duct tape to bulk them up. This will help the arches stay standing.
• Link two rubber bands together. Slip one end around each leg of a noodle piece, pulling it into a standing arch. Re-
peat with the other five noodle pieces.
• Set up the six arches in an open space so they are 4' apart and progress forward in a zig-zag formation.
• Use a piece of duct tape to designate a starting point that is about 4' from the first arch.
How to play: 1. Give each player a different colored ball. 2. The first player goes to the starting line and rolls their ball, bowling style, hoping to get it through the first arch. If a player makes it through the arch, they continue playing from wherever their ball landed. 3. When a player misses an arch, the next player begins. 4. The first player to make it through all the arches in both directions wins the game. Note: Players can try to roll their ball through as many arches as possible during their turn, and they are allowed to hit their opponent’s ball to push it off-course.
Bonus Game – Old Faithful: Noodle Balloon Before or after playing one of the noodle games, you can warm-up/cooldown with 10 minutes of noodle balloon. Hitting a balloon with a pool noodle, volleyball-style, just never gets old.
June IQ How much do you know about June? Take our June IQ quiz to find out.
1. Which June event occurred most recently? A. Margaret Mitchell’s novel Gone with the Wind was published. B. Queen Elizabeth II was coronated. C. Anne Frank received a diary for her 13th birthday. D. The Baseball Hall of Fame opened in Cooperstown, New York. 2. Which of June’s birthstones are found in oysters? A. Emerald B. Pearl C. Alexandrite D. Moonstone 3. Shakespeare once wrote that a June birth flower “by any other name would smell as sweet.” What flower is he speaking of? 4. Which of the following is NOT true about Johnny Weissmuller, who was born on June 2, 1904? A. He was born in Windber, Pennsylvania. B. He played Tarzan in several movies. C. He won five Olympic gold medals for swimming. D. He was married five times. 5. Judy Garland was born on June 10, 1922. What movie did she star in: The Wizard of ... 6. June’s zodiac sign Gemini is represented by which of the following? A. A single female B. Triplets C. A crab D. Twins 7. True or false? The summer solstice is always celebrated in June in the northern hemisphere. 8. The TV show Toast of the Town, hosted by Ed Sullivan, premiered on June 20, 1948. The show was later renamed what? 9. The Pledge of Allegiance was adopted by Congress on June 22, 1942. Which of the following lines is NOT in the pledge? A. “To the Republic for which it stands” B. “Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness” C. “I pledge allegiance to the flag” D. “With liberty and justice for all” 10. Paul McCartney, who was born on June 18, 1942, was in what famous band? 11. Born on June 11, 1910, which of the following is NOT true about the French undersea explorer Jacques Cousteau? A. He helped invent the Aqua-Lung. B. He had a TV series: The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau. C. He started the French navy’s undersea research group. D. He had an oceanographic research vessel he named Cassiopeia. 12. All born in June, which of the following is NOT a famous musician? A. Cole Porter B. Richard Strauss C. Lou Gehrig D. Lena Horne 13. June 28 is National Paul Bunyan Day. What kind of animal did the famous lumberjack befriend? A. A green eagle B. A blue ox C. A purple moose D. A red mustang 14. True or false? Father’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of June. 15. Which of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s productions included the song “June Is Bustin’ Out All Over”? A. Carousel B. Oklahoma! C. South Pacific D. State Fair
June IQ-Answers 1. (B) The coronation of Queen Elizabeth II was held on June 2, 1953. Margaret
Mitchell’s novel Gone with the Wind was published on June 30, 1936. The
Baseball Hall of Fame opened on June 12, 1939. Anne Frank received her
diary on June 12, 1942.
2. (B) Pearl. Oysters use a substance called nacre to create their shells. When
something like a grain of sand gets into their home, it irritates them, and
they use the nacre to cover it; this creates the pearl.
3. Rose. This line is found in Shakespeare’s play Romeo and Juliet.
4. (A) He was born in Windber, Pennsylvania. Despite claiming to be born in Windber, Weissmuller was born in Freidorf, Hungary (now a part of Romania).
5. Oz. Judy Garland’s birth name was Frances Ethel Gumm. She played Dorothy
in The Wizard of Oz.
6. (D) Twins. Gemini birthdays are from May 21 to June 20.
7. True. The most hours of daylight are seen on the summer solstice.
8. The Ed Sullivan Show. The final episode of the show aired on June 6, 1971.
9. (B) “Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” That line is from the
Declaration of Independence.
10. ”The Beatles.” The band was made up of four British musicians: Paul McCartney,
John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr.
11. (D) He had an oceanographic research vessel he named Cassiopeia. His
research vessel was named Calypso.
12. (C) Lou Gehrig. Lou Gehrig was born on June 19, 1903. He was famous for his talents on the baseball field.
13. (B) A blue ox. The famously oversized North American folklore hero was rarely seen without his big blue ox named Babe.
14. False. Father’s Day in the United States and Canada is celebrated on the third
Sunday of June. Some places in the world don’t celebrate in June at all; Australia and New Zealand celebrate Father’s Day on the first Sunday of September.
15. (A) Carousel. Carousel was only the second stage collaboration for the duo
after Oklahoma! Fun fact: Richard Rodgers was born on June 28, 1902.
Current Medicare/Medicaid Scams
Scammers are offering Medicare beneficiaries orthotic
braces that are supposedly free to them and covered by Medicare. Fraudsters (1) may call beneficiaries directly to offer braces or (2) use television or radio
advertisements to encourage beneficiaries to order free braces by calling the phone number provided.
If a beneficiary provides or verifies personal or Medicare information, a brace is sent even if it is not requested by the beneficiary or medically necessary. Often, a beneficiary receives multiple braces. Medicare is then billed for each brace using the beneficiary's information.
If a beneficiary has received unwanted or unneeded braces, and that equipment is billed to Medicare, then Medicare may deny a brace that the beneficiary needs in the future.
If you receive a call from someone offering you a free brace that will be billed to Medicare,
hang up immediately.
If medical equipment is delivered to you, don't accept it unless it was ordered by your
physician. Refuse the delivery or return it to the sender. Keep a record of the sender's name and the date you returned the items.
Be suspicious of anyone who offers you free medical equipment and then requests your
Medicare number. If your personal information is compromised, it may be used in other fraud schemes.
A physician that you know and trust should approve any requests for equipment to address your medical needs.
Medicare beneficiaries should be cautious of unsolicited requests for their Medicare numbers. If anyone other than your physician's office requests your Medicare information, do not provide it.
If you suspect Medicare fraud, contact the HHS OIG Hotline Phone: 1-800-447-8477 (1-800-HHS-TIPS).
Scammers May Be Using DNA Testing to Defraud Medicare and Steal Identities
State authorities warn that DNA testers have targeted low income and senior communities.
If someone offers you cash or gifts in exchange for a DNA sample do not accept any offer of this type
Do not take part in “DNA Screenings” that are not ordered by your current healthcare provider
Do not respond to Social Media ads, emails or flyers offering these screenings
If you suspect Medicare fraud, contact the HHS OIG Hotline Phone: 1-800-447-8477 (1-800-HHS-TIPS).
DEMENTIA LIVE™
Dementia Live offers a unique inside-
out understanding of dementia and aging.
Participants will gain a heightened
awareness of the challenges faced by
those who live with dementia, and learn
valuable tips and tools to improve
communication and care.
Using specialized gear in a safe,
experiential setting, Dementia Live™
provides participants with a real-life
simulation of what it might be like to live
with dementia. Participants gain greater
understanding which can lead to
becoming a more sensitive care partner.
Space is limited. Preregistration
and screening is required.
Call for more information or to
register- 301-600-6001
SPRING/SUMMER 2019 DATES
FREDERICK SENIOR CENTER May 10, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
BRUNSWICK SENIOR CENTER May 23, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
C BURR ARTZ LIBRARY June 6, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
MYERSVILLE TOWN
HALL
August 3, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Frederick County
Senior Services
Division
REAL ID Is Here: Are You Ready? REAL ID is federal legislation created in the wake of the September 11th terrorist attacks to establish security
standards for all state driver’s licenses and identification cards nationwide. After October 1, 2020, you will be
required to have a REAL ID compliant driver’s license or ID card in order to use your driver’s license or ID
card to board commercial aircraft for domestic flights or to gain access to federal facilities. To be considered
REAL ID compliant, you must have the required documents on file with the Maryland Department of Trans-
portation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA). Customers are encouraged to make an appointment
on the MDOT MVA website, and after collecting documentation visit a local branch to become REAL ID
compliant.
HOW do I know if I need to submit documents? You can determine your REAL ID status in two ways: Check your status by visiting our website and entering
your driver’s license/ID card number: www.mva.maryland.gov/realidlookup OR call 410-768-7000. Please
note MDOT MVA will contact you regarding REAL ID through email and/or the U.S. Postal Service.
WHAT type of documentation is needed for REAL ID? Customers will need to present the following documents* in person at an MDOT MVA branch during the re-
newal process:
• One (1) proof of age and identity
• One (1) proof of Social Security
• Two (2) proofs of Maryland residency
*A full list of acceptable documents and exceptions can be viewed in the MDOT MVA’s Online Document
Guide: www.mva.maryland.gov/odg
What if I no longer have or can’t locate the required documents? For those 65 years and older there is an exceptions process for those unable to locate their original birth certif-
icate. Customers have the option of presenting a military discharge document (DD214) with full
name and date of birth, OR a Social Security Benefits statement and one of the following:
U.S. Hospital Birth Certificate, U.S. Baptismal Certificate with name and date of birth, U.S. Census
Record of birth, or U.S. Veteran ID card with name. Additionally, birth certificates can also be obtained
through the Department of Vital Records in the state that you were born, visit:
https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/.
What will happen to my documents?
You will only need to provide your documents to MDOT MVA once. An MDOT MVA customer service
agent will securely scan your documents and provide them back to you in the same visit. Your documents
will remain securely stored at MDOT MVA and will not be transferred to any other agency.
How can I make my REAL ID visit to MDOT MVA quick and simple?
To make your REAL ID visit as quick as possible it is highly recommended that customers make an
appointment. To make an appointment, you’ll need to follow the prompts through our Online Document
Guide located at 222.mva.maryland.gov/odg.
On the dropdown box under: “I need” select: “to present REAL ID documents” and follow the prompts to
collect one proof of age and identity, one proof of social security and two proofs of residence – remember
to scroll down to hit the “click to proceed” button to move you through the Online Document Guide. Once
you’ve completed the guide you will be prompted to make an appointment.
Before you leave the house for your REAL ID appointment make sure to have all of your documents. If
you have made an appointment, be sure to look for our appointment only check in sign when you arrive at
MDOT MVA. Do not wait in the standard check-in line. Customers that make an appointment are
guaranteed to be seen within 15 minutes of their scheduled appointment time.
For more information on REAL ID including a document guide, vid-
eo tutorial, appointments and more visit:
www.mva.maryland.gov/realid
Flag Day Quotes 1. “And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.” ~John F. Kennedy 2. “The things that the flag stand for were created by the experiences of a great people. Everything that it stands for was written by their lives. The flag is the embodiment, not of sentiment, but of history.” ~Woodrow Wilson 3. “This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.” ~Elmer Davis 4. “In the face of impossible odds, people who love this country can change it.” ~Barack Obama 5. “I believe our flag is more than just cloth and ink. It is a universally recognized symbol that stands for liberty and freedom.” ~John Thune 6. “The whole inspiration of our life as a nation flows out from the waving folds of this banner.” Un 7. “You’re the emblem of the land I love, the home of the free and the brave.” ~George M. Cohan 8. “Our flag is not just one of many political points of view. Rather, the flag is a symbol of our national unity.” ~Adrian Cronauer 9. “Off with your hat, as the flag goes by! And let the heart have its say; you’re man enough for a tear in your eye that you will not wipe away.” ~Henry Cuyler Bunner 10. “My stars and my stripes are your dream and your labors.” ~Franklin Knight Lane 11. “The American flag represents all of us and all the values we hold sacred.” ~Adrian Cronauer 12. "Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair; the rest is in the hands of God.” ~George Washington 13. “The American flag is the most recognized symbol of freedom and democracy in the world.” ~Virginia Foxx 14. “On what rests the hope of the republic? One country, one language, one flag.” ~Alexander Henry 15. “That piece of red, white, and blue bunting means five thousand years of struggle upwards. It is the full-grown flower of ages of fighting for liberty. It is the century plant of human hope in bloom.” ~Alvin M. Owsley 16. “The flag represents all the values and liberties Americans have and enjoy every day.” ~Bill Shuster 17. “The red and white and starry blue is freedom’s shield and hope.” ~John Philip Sousa 18. “Let it be borne on the flag under which we rally, in every exigency, that we have one country, one constitution, one destiny.” ~Daniel Webster 19. “Our flag honors those who have fought to protect it, and is a reminder of the sacrifice of our nation’s founders and heroes. As the ultimate icon of America’s storied history, the Stars and Stripes represents the very best of this nation.” ~Joe Barton 20. “As long as I live, I will never forget that day 21 years ago when I raised my hand and took the oath of citizenship. Do you know how proud I was? I was so proud that I walked around with an American flag around my shoulders all day long.” ~Arnold Schwarzenegger 21. “One flag, one land, one heart, one hand, one nation, evermore!” ~Oliver Wendell Holmes 22. “When we honor our flag, we honor what we stand for as a nation—freedom, equality, justice, and hope.” ~Ronald Reagan
The Greatest TV Dads
1. D. Bonanza 2. H. The Andy Griffith Show
3. O. Little House on the Prairie 4. M. The Waltons
5. C. The Brady Bunch 6. J. All in the Family
7. N. Home Improvement 8. L. Happy Days
9. F. My Three Sons 10. I. Leave It to Beaver
11. K. Everybody Loves Raymond 12. A. Who’s the Boss
13. P. The Courtship of Eddie’s Father
14. B. Sanford and Son 15. E. Father Knows Best
16. G. The Jeffersons
Men’s Search & Solve
Find four tools that are six letters. hammer, planer, pliers, wrench
Find four actors from westerns (last names).
Bronson, Cooper, Eastwood, Wayne Find four brands of cars.
Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Pontiac Find four branches of the military.
Famous Birthdays
1. Swimmer – J 2. Beatles member – I
3. TV show host – D 4. Movie actress – L
5. Pop singer/actor – H 6. Politician – E
7. Teacher – G 8. Political wife – C
9. Director – B 10. R&B singer – K
11. Chef – A
It’s a Grand Old Flag! Let’s Celebrate Flag Day The middle of June is a great time for a celebration—especially if it’s in honor of Flag Day! This all-American holiday commemorates June 14 as the day in 1777 when the Second Continental Congress adopted the flag of the United States. President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation in 1916 officially establishing June 14 as Flag Day, but it wasn’t until 1949, under President Harry S. Truman, that our National Flag Day was created by an Act of Congress. However, it’s not a federal holiday, so government offices, public buildings, and schools aren’t closed on Flag Day. Of course, the original flag of the Second Continental Congress didn’t look the way it does today. It did have red and white alternating stripes, but it had only 13 stars, each representing one of the 13 original colonies. The stars were arranged in a circular pattern so that no colony could be considered first or more important than the others—all were equal. Between 1777 and 1960, the United States Congress passed several acts that altered the shape and design of the flag to reflect the addition of new states. However, the basic ele-ments—those red and white stripes with white stars on a field of blue—have remained un-changed.
