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BY MARDI SUHS - CADILLAC NEWS
Two area hearing and ear professionals have a message for
senior citizens and baby boomers: dont ignore hearing loss
- get your ears checked.
Hearing loss is the third most common medical condition
in the country. Its not only detrimental to ones social life, it
might be linked to more serious conditions, like early onset
dementia and even falling.
Dr. Robert Kendell is a board certied ear, nose and throat
surgery specialist. Thirty-ve to 50 percent of his practice
involves patients with hearing loss.
The biggest thing is, dont ignore tinnitus (ringing noise
in the ears), he stated. Its a sign of hearing loss. Also, if
your relatives are telling you to get your ears checked, its
more than likely there is some degree of hearing loss.
Dr. Sharon Blackburn established the rst, full-time
hearing clinic in Cadillac in 1979, Audiological Services of
Cadillac. She agrees with Kendell.
People dont think about hearing like they do their
vision, she said. So many people dont realize theres an
issue until its upon you. Hearing loss can be debilitating.
And sometimes, hearing loss can be the rst sign of a more
serious health condition. If you wake up with sudden
hearing loss, it can be the sign or a stroke.
Blackburn stressed that many health conditions in seniors
and boomers have strong links with hearing loss.
21 percent of diabetics have hearing loss compared to nine
percent of non-diabetics.
Low frequency hearing loss is associated with or an
early marker for a higher risk of cardiovascular and
cerebrovascular events.
Hearing loss is tied to more incidents of falls and more
frequent and longer hospitalizations.
Untreated hearing loss can affect cognitive brain function
and is associated with the early onset of dementia.
High frequency hearing loss is a side effect of some
chemotherapy medications
Higher body mass is associated with higher risk of hearing
loss in women.
Although these risks are frightening, Kendell tracks the
latest medical research, including methods and techniques
to help his patients. And Blackburn and her staff specialize
in the diagnosis and management of hearing and balance
disorders with the latest in hearing aid solutions.
Hearing loss and dementia
Since 2011, studies at the Perelman School of Medicine
and Johns Hopkins University with the National Institute
on Aging have revealed a link between hearing loss and
dementia.
More and more studies are being done to fgure out
the relationship between hearing loss and early dementia
and Alzheimers, explained Kendell. We do have
epidemiological studies to show a strong association. The
numbers of people with dementia that have hearing loss
is higher than those that dont. But right now, it would be
irresponsible to give a direct link that Alzheimers causes
hearing loss or vice versa. There is some association . . . we
really dont know.
Given the results of early research and that seniors
with hearing loss are signicantly more likely to develop
dementia over time. . physicians are discussing hearing
with their patients and encouraging a proactive approach in
addressing any hearing declines over time. (Science Daily)
The important thing to remember with all of this, added
Kendell. There are solutions out there.
Above Left: Dr. Sharon Blackburn explains the checklist
used when a person has a hearing test.
Above Right: Dr. Skip Kendell, a board certied ear, nose
and throat surgery specialist, researches the latest infor-
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At 91 years old, Long Beach, California,
resident Fred Dunn is a world traveler.
Every year, he and his eldest daughter go
on a trip to a new country, from China
to the Czech Republic to Egypt. When
they return, she makes him a photo book
of memories, and then they begin to plan
their next trip.
Here I am, 89 years old on a freakin
camel, he told me, pointing to a photo
of him in Egypt, and by the way, I dont
recommend camel rides to anyone!
When I asked for an interview with
Dunn, I was told his response was, Well,
it wouldnt be the rst time, and it wont
be the last. Bring her over. His positive
personality was so robust that I couldnt
wait to speak with him. Still, I went into
my interview with Dunn thinking that I
would ask him my ambiguous question
What is the secret to a happy life?
that he would give me some sort of
owery response and that the interview
then would end. That was before I met
Fred Dunn.
I was amazed at his vigor and sheer
enthusiasm for life. He is still eager to
learn, to explore and to discuss. He was
excited to show me dozens of pictures
of him in various countries all over the
world, including a photo of him eating
lunch with a local tribe in Panama. The more we chatted the
more impressed I became. What is his secret?
The 2011 Roko Belic documentary, Happy, looks
at happiness and health through a psychological lens and
discusses four key behaviors that lead to a healthy, happy
life. These behaviors include physical activity, appreciation,
a closeness and connectedness to your
community, and compassion and service
for others. Applying this theory to
Dunn, the reasons for his happiness
became abundantly clear.
He values family above everything
else. The best thing that ever happened
to me is my wife, he began. One of
my biggest accomplishments in life was
marrying the most beautiful girl in Long
Beach. And I am fortunate enough to
have four children, who are all college
graduates, and nine lovely grandchildren
and one great-grandchild, who all live
relatively close and visit a lot.
Dunn also stays active in his
community; he has served in the Long
Beach City College electrical technology
apprenticeship system for 64 years and
has sat on a couple of city and federal
committees, attending one or two
meetings per week.
Ive helped a lot of young people learn
a trade that will last them a lifetime, he
said with a tone not of pride but of genuine
care. He also expressed his concern for
the elderly who are taken advantage of and
scammed by their own caretakers, being
overcharged for services, etc., and explained the increased
importance of his role on the citys committee especially
at his age.
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To this day, Dunn stays physically active. He wakes up at 6:30 a.m. every morning to eat his breakfast
and then rides his bicycle all over town. He was driving until two years ago, when he stopped driving
by choice he still has his drivers license after an accident. Since then, hes had two cornea transplants
to help his vision, each a ve-month process because of various complications. Yet he sees himself as
fortunate. Im fortunate enough to be able to see well again and see my family and see how beautiful you
are sitting in front of me, he said. And ... hes a charmer.
Its not a stretch to say that Dunns positive outlook on life has kept him this happy and healthy,
even in times of emotional struggle. According to a 2011 study conducted by Barbara Fredrickson, the
Kenan distinguished professor of psychology and principal investigator of the Positive Emotions and
Psychophysiology Laboratory at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, positive emotions are
vehicles for individual growth and social connection: By building peoples personal and social resources,
positive emotions transform people for the better, giving them better lives in the future.
So whats the secret to a long, happy, healthy life? Appreciate all the good things, however small; spend
time with family; stay physically active; and get involved with your community through service and
other outlets. People who do all of those things are likelier to see the glass half full, keep high spirits and
generally live a better life.
As I was getting ready to leave, Dunn excitedly told me about his plans to return to Costa Rica this April
to ride the zip lines. The last time I was there, they told me the oldest person who ever rode the cables
was 90, he said with a smirk. So I said, Hell, Ill be 92 when I come back. How many 92-year-olds do
you know who are healthy enough to ride zip lines through the jungles of Costa Rica?
No, Dunn doesnt intend to slow down. In fact, he just added a new member to his immediate family a
Labrador puppy, named Tucker. As we walked out to the sidewalk, he held Tucker in his arms, saying to
me with a chuckle, Im going to walk this poodle down my street to meet some ladies. Thats how its
done, you know.
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Fred Dunn and his puppy, Tucker, illustrate how being positive can change your life.
Chelle Cordero
There really isnt a magical fountain
of youth, but with increased regular
physical activity you can increase the
enjoyment of your golden years, improve
your overall health and possibly lengthen
your life expectancy. A 2013 study in the
British Journal of Sports Medicine stated
emphatically, Physical inactivity is the
fourth leading risk factor for premature
death.
Hypertension, obesity, arthritis and
diabetes are some of the common conditions
that plague folks ages 45 and up; however,
regular exercise can help shed pounds, tone
muscles, lower blood pressure and control
diabetes. After years of job stress, retirees
especially can benet from starting an
exercise program, something they may not
have had the time or opportunity to pursue
during their earlier years.
The American College of Sports Medicine
estimates that by the year 2030, people age
85 and older will be the fastest growing
group in the United States. The Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention and other
institutions have studied the effects of aging:
By age 40, muscle mass begins to decrease
and metabolism slows. Endurance begins
to lessen. Balance is affected as muscles
and bones weaken and the risk of injuries
from falls is greater. Doctors even found a
correlation between the speed of walking
and coronary diseases. A focus group was
studied and it was found that the slower
a person walked, the higher the risk was
for cardiac problems. Some participants
couldnt walk a quarter mile due to fatigue,
shortness of breath and pain. Older and
inactive adults also tend to lose range of
motion in their joints, making everyday
activities and previously fun pursuits
difcult. Adults 55 years of age or older
will also begin to lose brain tissue; however,
cardiovascular tness and muscle mass will
slow that loss substantially. Exercise has
also been known to combat depression. It is
never too late to begin an exercise program.
Ideally, no exercise program should be
started before speaking to your doctor.
Even low-impact activities such as walking,
or favorite pastimes like golf or dancing, can
start burning calories and toning your body.
When you drive to the grocery store, try
parking your car a little further away in the
parking lot. Walk on the golf course instead
of using a cart. Take an extra trip up and
down your household steps now and then.
Damaged joints, brittle bones and loss
of balance can sometimes mean that high-
impact workouts may hurt more than they
help. Your exercise plan should be catered
to your physical needs. Personal trainers can
help you create a routine that will let you
improve stamina, endurance and balance.
Ignore the adage: No pain, no gain.
Healthy exercise should not cause you
lasting pain or damage. Focus on exercises
that t your lifestyle. Isometric and water
aerobics are low-impact activities that will
strengthen muscles, rebuild bone density,
improve cardiac output and improve your
overall health. Brisk walking for just 30
minutes a day will strengthen your legs and
hips, improve circulation and increase your
life expectancy. Low impact and calming tai
chi will minimize stresses on the body and
improve health.
The National Institute on Aging offers
sound advice on their website. They also
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After retiring, many seniors view their
home as more of a burden then an asset: big,
empty and costly. Increasingly, retirees are
trading their houses for apartment complexes
designed exclusively for seniors. However,
these arent like the retirement homes or
nursing homes most people imagine. These
are sleek, modern complexes lled with
amenities that cater to active seniors who
value low-cost living, freedom and exibility.
Downsizing to an apartment can be a great
way to make retirement more affordable.
With a much lower cost of living, seniors can
pay rent instead of a mortgage, property taxes
and maintenance costs. Utility bills are often
far lower as well, and sometimes those bills are
included in the rent. Additionally, seniors can
help fund their retirement by cashing in on
years of home equity. However, some senior
apartment complexes can be very small, and
the downsizing might be more extreme than
originally envisioned.
Nevertheless, by moving into an apartment
building, seniors have more freedom to
both relocate and travel. Senior apartment
complexes can be found nationwide, and
retirees can move to a new city maybe
one theyve always wanted to live in or one
near a new grandchild. Moreover, apartment
residents can simply lock up their unit and
go on vacation. They can rely on building
management to take care of all the little things
a homeowner would need to plan for prior to
going on vacation, such as picking up the mail,
mowing the lawn and watering the plants.
But perhaps the best reason to move into a
senior apartment complex is the wide variety of
amenities. Most senior apartment complexes
will include some form of clubhouse, meeting
room or party room. Many will also feature
pools, tness centers and on-site laundry
facilities. Some complexes will also plan and
organize outings to visit nearby activities or
tourist destinations. Many seniors nd these
amenities particularly exciting because they
will share these amenities exclusively with
their peers, instead of residents of all ages like
in a typical apartment complex.
High-end senior apartment complexes will
offer more luxurious amenities, but they will
also charge higher rent or fees in return. These
deluxe amenities can include tennis, volleyball
or basketball courts, as well as libraries and
outdoor barbecue and picnic areas. Some
of the top-of-the-line senior apartment
complexes will feel more like country clubs
than apartment buildings, offering access
to restaurants, golf courses, trails, lakes and
ponds and even marinas. Senior apartment
complexes are quite common, but far from
identical. Interested seniors should take the
time to locate the complex that is the right
blend of costs and benets for them.
But the search shouldnt stop there. Retirees
should look at a number of factors when
choosing the right senior apartment complex
for them. Examine the location of the building.
Does it offer public transportation options?
What dining, shopping and other services are
nearby? Is there plenty of parking?
Next, look at the building itself. Are the
grounds looked after? Is the building secure?
Do residents have access to storage spaces?
Does it offer the necessary accessibility,
both at building entrances and in the units
themselves? For example, does the building
have a lot of stairs? Do the showers include
grab bars and benches? Are staff and residents
friendly?
Finally, check out the ne print. Does the
building have specic age restrictions for
residents, or could grandchildren visit for
a few days? What rules or regulations must
residents abide? What maintenance does
your rent cover? Does the buildings budget
have a reserve fund for unplanned repairs
and improvements? Are the nancials of the
management company in good order? What
is the projection for future rent increases?
Senior apartment complexes are a great
option for easy, low-cost retirement. But
retirees do have other options, including high-
rise condominiums, manufactured homes, RV
parks, golf and resort communities or planned
residential communities offering small homes
to older buyers. Like retirement itself,
choosing a place to spend your golden years
is something that shouldnt be rushed. Take
the time to plan the transition and choose the
right complex the one that offers the right
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A great accessory can give new
life to any outt, even a basic outt
such as black pants and a white shirt
that youve owned for a few years.
Adding a new, stylish accessory
to an existing outt or dress from
your closet can make it look brand
new. And even more expensive. If
youre on a budget, you can refresh
your wardrobe without spending a
fortune on trendy designer clothing
just by accessorizing with a fun and
perhaps ashy accessory or two.
And theres something so exciting
about wearing a stylish new bangle,
necklace or ring.
If youve seen pretty accessories
in magazines or on Pinterest, dont
make the mistake of thinking, Im
too old to wear that, and denitely
dont make the mistake of thinking
that chunkier jewelry will make
you look older. Image consultant
Brenda Kinsel, owner of the style
and wardrobe consulting company
Inside Out and author of ve books,
including 40 Over 40: 40 Things
Every Woman Over 40 Needs to
Know About Getting Dressed and
In the Dressing Room with Brenda:
A Fun and Practical Guide to
Buying Smart and Looking Great,
says that senior women can wear the trendiest accessories. Remember, a little goes
a long way to demonstrate your fashion sense without becoming a caricature, says
Kinsel. If youre enticed by the fashion trend of leopard, but wisely know not to
wear leopard print from head to toe, Kinsel suggests an item such as a leopard-print
clutch to add zest to your basics, adding that animal print is very chic.
And Kinsel also suggests grouping items from the same color family, such as a
bangle and scarf combination that adds color to the neutral clothing items you
own. When accessories coordinate in hue, it creates a smooth and fashionable
elegance. You can, of course, enjoy the trend of going colorful, wearing stacks
of multicolored bangles or a
necklace containing different
shades of stones for a dramatic
pop of color and a cheery color
palette thats right on trend with
fashion styles.
Kinsel suggests her 50 percent
rule to help you avoid going too
far with accessory trends. If youd
like to avoid 4-inch platform heels
in a trendy color or pattern, use the
50 percent rule and wear the same
color and pattern of shoe, only in
a 2-inch heel. And wear a trend
only on 50 percent of your body,
such as a owy patterned top
with a simple, solid-shade pant.
If trendy handbags are intricately
detailed with studs, choose a style
with half the accenting.
The older ladies I meet use
fashion as a way to express
themselves. Style is an art, and
accessories become their paints,
says documentary lmmaker and
senior-style reporter Ari Seth
Cohen. When you dial down the details of trendy accessories, you become the
artist of your own personal style. Kinsel says that balance is key: If you have
medium-to large-scale features, your jewelry should be the same scale. If you have
delicate features, your jewelry should be delicate as well. And think about creating
your signature piece of jewelry a piece that complements your coloring, your
style and the scale of your features, but also is very you. For instance, you might
express your love of turquoise by wearing it often or citrine gemstones or rose gold
(a particularly big trend in fashion this year). This piece becomes your look, and
makes you happy each time you wear it.
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Bangles are a top accessory trend
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Here are some of the top trends in accessories, ideal for senior ladies of any
style personality, from elegant chic to statement-making artsy:
1)
Piles of bracelets. Experiment with wearing three, four, ve or more
bracelets. Create combinations of stone colors, go chunky or share
your life story through charm or bead bracelets. Holly Daniels
Christensen of The Original Beach Sand Jewelry Co. says that
demand is up for bracelets made using sand from beaches ladies
love, perhaps a favorite vacation destination.
2)
Stone necklaces. Necklaces featuring different colors of stones add
delicate pops of color to an outt, and metallic necklaces are a top
trend in fashion, wearable by you.
3)
Color against a black ensemble. Black may be slimming and feel
chic, but when you add a bright yellow, green, blue or red statement
necklace to it, youre looking trendy and stylish. The same goes for
brightly colored gloves worn with a black coat.
4)
Hats. Hats are in this season, and they look good on everyone.
Choose from a simpler, chic pageboy hat to show off your bobbed
haircut or again go with a brightly colored hat or one with a vibrant
bow or silk ower.
5)
Brightly colored eyeglasses and sunglasses. Todays trendy eyewear
is 50s-inspired, with colorful black-and-white cat-eye styles leading
the top looks, as well as vibrant shades of frames from red to zebra
striped.
6)
Scarves. In intricate patterns or ladies-who-lunch houndstooth
print, a scarf adds style to your look.
7)
Pins and brooches. From a sparkling rhinestone brooch pinned to a
jacket lapel, to a rufy silk ower pin afxed to your shirt or hat,
these eye-catching accessories add air to an outt.
8)
Faux fur. In cooler weather, show your style with a faux fur hat,
scarf and the trim of your gloves.
9)
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Your mothers engagement ring. Your extra car. Your
workshop full of pricy woodworking tools that you dont
use anymore. You may have a list, or just an idea, of which
of your kids and grandkids youd like to leave these valuable
items to after you pass away. And you probably want to
avoid the common problem of family members ghting
over inheritances.
Even the most mild-mannered people, perhaps fueled by
their grief, can behave irrationally or get greedy when it
comes to inheritances. You dont want your family to end
up ghting in court, battling over that ring, car and drill,
fracturing the family and wasting money on legal fees. And
you certainly dont want them angry with you after youre
gone, feeling that youve favored one child over another.
Some seniors are anxious enough about the inheritance
of their belongings to create a plan in advance, gifting their
kids and grandkids with a number of items so that their
offspring can enjoy them now, and so the seniors can see
their kids and grandkids enjoying those beloved items. Id
love to see my granddaughter wear my mothers engagement
ring, says retiree Anne Daniels. What good is it doing in
my safe?
The joy of seeing kids and grandkids wearing and enjoying
jewelry can make it totally worth the decision to give them
the items they otherwise wouldve received via a letter, after
youre gone, when they are sad. I wouldnt want that ring
to be a symbol of sadness for my granddaughter, says
Daniels.
Many grandparents enjoy the great family moment of
giving a grandchild the keys to their extra car, or giving their
kids their RV for a cross-country trip.
And then, of course, theres the nancial end of a luxury
gift item. The car or RV could be sold by your kids to help
nance the start of a business, to put a down payment
on a home in a safer community or to help pay for your
grandchilds college tuition.
Before you start making calls to your kids and grandkids
to offer them your possessions, talk to your accountant and
tax advisers. While you may resent Uncle Sams place in line
for the value of your belongings, there are strict tax rules
about gifts given to relatives. Ask your tax adviser for the
current value limit on tax-free gifts that you can give, so that
you always stay within the letter of the law.
Tax values of pre-inheritance gifts are different from
inheritance taxes and estate taxes, which are congured
after your death. These are tax values applied to personal
gifts, and you will need professional tax advice to assess and
document each of these gifts before you bestow them.
Tax issues aside, think about your kids and grandkids
connections to the items youd like to leave them to help
you decide who gets what. If your daughter was especially
close to your mother, she may be the most logical choice
to inherit your mothers engagement ring. Have it
professionally assessed for its value, and record that value in
your daughters column on your gift records. Your son,
then, may get a gift or gifts of equal nancial value, if that is
how youd like to divide your presents.
Once youve decided who gets which pre-inheritance gift,
and once the values are recorded and assessed by your tax
professionals for your safety, you may enjoy planning the
presentation of these gifts to your loved ones.
Will you put a big red bow on the car? Give your daughter
the ring in your mothers jewelry box? Before you decide
on the presentation, consider that your kids and grandkids
may be taken aback by the delivery. It is, after all, difcult
for them to even think about the day when youre no longer
alive, and they might see your gift presentations as a sign
that youre gravely ill or perhaps depressed.
To avoid shocking them, discuss with them ahead of time
that youve been thinking about giving them some of your
precious possessions so that you can enjoy witnessing them
enjoying these items. Expect some questions and concern,
but once you assure them youre feeling just ne, you all
can look forward to your gestures of generosity. Maybe
youll give out these items as holiday presents.
Once your gifts are given, its a good time to talk with
your children about your wishes for after your death, how
youd like them to handle your estate and how youd like
them to let you know which other items they feel strongly
about. Once they got comfortable with this macabre
conversation, says retiree George McArdle, we actually
had fun talking about and recording who would like to
inherit what, and my sons surprised me by the things they
considered most valuable to them. Like my shing poles
and crabbing gear, not my wristwatches.
If two of your kids express interest in, say, a painting,
talk together to decide now who will inherit it, and put it in
writing so that your loved ones dont wind up wasting their
post-tax inheritance money hiring lawyers to get that $50
painting or those shing poles.
Invite your kids to create their own personal estate plans,
as well, so that their kids are protected in case of the worst.
Its not fun talking about death, but clear communication
now can help avoid clashes later.
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Todays senior citizens are traveling the
world, taking trips of a lifetime to exotic lands
and fullling dreams to visit more regions
of the United States. Those seniors who
have the time and money to travel and are
Internet-savvy enough to research and book
their dream getaways strive to squeeze the
most they can out of every moment of their
lives, says Joe Marconi, author of Future
Marketing: Targeting Seniors, Boomers and
Generations X and Y.
According to the Yankelovich Monitor
report on consumer research, 58 percent of
seniors take overnight vacations (usually
guided tours) several times a year. Many
seniors enjoy travel so much that they buy
vacation homes or invest in timeshares to
have a second home to enjoy.
And theyre not traveling alone.
According to the American Animal Hospital
Association, 36 percent of senior travelers
not only travel with their pets, but they also
invest in travel accessories for their pets:
travel beds, bags, water and food bowls, seat
belts and more.
While keeping pets safe during travel is
a priority for any animal lover, its of the
utmost importance to keep yourself safe,
as well. You may be far away from your
doctors or a quality hospital, so practice
smart self-care while on vacation and take
smart wellness steps before you go on your
getaway:
Before Your Travels:
As you decide where in the world to visit,
think about the elements of the locale that
could affect your health, such as the climate
and especially the altitude. Some seniors
with heart or respiratory conditions could
nd it harder to breathe at high altitudes,
and heat and humidity can also affect
health issues. Think also about whether the
region is prone to natural disasters such as
earthquakes and hurricanes.
Looking more closely at resorts or guided
tours, check into the amount of walking
that will be involved, especially if the resort
or tour covers hilly terrain. Ask whether
the resort offers shuttle service and
whether you can have a room that doesnt
require much walking or stair-climbing.
At Caneel Bay Resort, our eco-friendly
shuttles run constantly, so youll never have
to wait in the sun to catch an easy shuttle
bus ride over a hill, to the dining areas or
to one of our beaches, says Patrick Kidd,
director of sales for Caneel Bay Resort on
St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Get a pre-travel checkup. Visit your
doctor for a pre-trip checkup and tell
your physician about any illnesses and
medications youre on. Your doctor can
provide you with the vaccines needed for
the region in which youll be traveling, as
well as important shots such as tetanus.
More than half of tetanus cases occur in
people over the age of 65, says the Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention.
Other important vaccines include those
for hepatitis, typhoid and polio. Check the
list of recommended vaccines and potential
limitations for seniors at cdc.gov, which
lists suggested vaccines by country.
While visiting your doctor, get prescriptions
for common travel illnesses, as well as
refreshed prescriptions for medications you
regularly take, and bring your medications
in their bottles along with copies of your
prescriptions.
Consider getting travel insurance to help
defray the costs of medical treatment.
The CDC advises looking into evacuation
insurance, as well, to cover the costs of
emergency transportation to the nearest
hospital or to a safe zone.
Make sure your smartphone will work
where you are. You may need to get an
international phone or plan, and ask your
resort whether they offer free wi to
make connecting to home easier and less
expensive.
During Your Travels
Always wear sunscreen, even when youre
not on the beach. The sun can shine on you
regardless of where you are and increase
your risk of skin cancer. Hats and UV
sunglasses further protect you.
Always wear a seat belt, no matter what
mode of transportation youre using.
Stay on paved pathways while walking
around a resort. Some islands have red
ant colonies in their lawns. Ant bites are
painful, and you could be allergic.
Use insect repellents while on vacation to
help prevent mosquito-borne illnesses and
discomfort from bites.
Use hand sanitizers regularly, especially
before each meal, to protect yourself from
germs and illnesses.
Take food and water precautions seriously.
In some regions, water can carry bacteria
that lead to illness.
Dont travel at night in questionable areas.
It may be safest to stay on resort grounds.
For more travel tips for seniors, visit cdc.
gov/travel.
And before you go away, make sure a
loved one has your complete travel itinerary,
as well as contact information for your resort
or tour. If you have any health conditions,
wear a medical information bracelet, and if
your itinerary gets too challenging, slow
down and relax.
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Safe and healthy travel tips for seniors
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Recent weather events such as Superstorm Sandy on the East Coast, wildres in the
West, snowstorms, tornados and earthquakes have certainly created a reminder that
Mother Nature can wreak some havoc. After major storms, your power may go out for
days or weeks, food may be hard to nd in supermarkets, and you may wonder how
when roads are impassable youll be able to get your medications from the pharmacy.
The Red Cross advises creating a very detailed emergency preparedness plan before
those tornado sirens go off, when all is calm and quiet in your world, and when you can
think clearly, planning for the worst but hoping for the best.
Here are some steps to take, but consult with your townships ofcial website to
get information thats specic to your area, e.g., the locations of shelters and warming
stations. Bookmark that site now on your computer and smartphone so you can easily
access it when the lights go out.
Step 1: Know What Can Happen
But dont make assumptions that certain weather disasters couldnt happen in your
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Again, look to your township website to nd out about and sign up for emergency
notication texts so youll be in the know in case your landline phone and power go out. You
also need to be aware of outdoor warning sirens and understand what they mean. And tune
a battery-operated radio to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration weather
radio station to give you access to essential information about evacuations and recovery plans.
Again, on your smartphone, bookmark your weather website for easy access to disaster
information.
Step 3: Create Your Emergency Plan
If you have mobility issues and know youll need assistance during an emergency, identify
three local people you can call upon and with whom youve prediscussed your emergency
plan. Provide a spare key to ideally two neighbors so they can check on you. Also, designate
an out-of-town relative whom you will contact to let know you are OK. Then he or she can
call your other kids and grandkids with an update. During storms, communications systems
may be spotty.
Next, familiarize yourself with the emergency exits in your building. Post emergency
phone numbers by your phone and emergency emails by your computer.
Make sure you have your ID and health insurance information in your wallet or handbag
as well.
And one often-forgotten detail is to arrange for direct deposit of your checks into your
bank account so your money is accessible. After emergencies, ATM machines often get
tapped out of cash, so its a good idea to have emergency funds safely stored in your home.
Select two accessible locations as a meeting place for you and the members of your
household to cut down on chaos and stress after the disaster is over and recovery begins.
Its a good idea to have a tote bag packed with a few changes of clothing, clean socks and
underwear, some of your unexpired medications and other essentials in case you will need
to hurry off to a shelter or be evacuated. Stow this in a closet by your exit for a grab-and-go
that can make you more comfortable during your stay in a safety zone.
Know where to go in your home for any emergency. For a tornado warning, into the
basement would be best, and for a windstorm, an interior room away from windows.
Know how youll protect and care for your pets, as well as where your township will keep
pets if youre in a shelter.
Check your insurance coverage now to be sure you understand what is covered and what is
not in case of an emergency. You may have or be able to get ood insurance, so ask your
adult child to help you review the details of the best insurance coverage if youre unclear
about your plan.
Help prevent disasters by changing the batteries on your re and carbon monoxide
detectors annually and having your furnace inspected and serviced on a regular basis.
Step 4: Create Emergency Kits
The Red Cross suggests preparing separate emergency kits for your home, car and ofce,
and its smart to create kits for each member of your household, including pets, so you can
personalize health supplies and medications. Be sure to have enough emergency supplies
in your kits for at least three days use. Give yourself plenty of space for your emergency
supplies. A wheeled suitcase is a great carrier that adds easy mobility. Include in your kit
clothing, a battery-powered radio, a one-week supply of medicine, cash, nonperishable food,
water, a ashlight, copies of your insurance and credit card information, cash, and your
contact information as well as that of your loved ones. Also include cellphone chargers.
Step 5: Practice Your Emergency Plan
Emergencies are scary and stressful, and without practice, you may forget an essential. So
while life is calm, review your plans and refresh your emergency kits to serve you best in the
event of an actual emergency.
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Often the issues that cause seniors to feel
loneliness are extremely preventable.
Sometimes it can be as easy as having a pet around
this is proven to reduce anxiety by creating a
sense of companionship. There is also something
magical that happens when we as humans are
taking care of someone else or focused outward.
We feel like we have a purpose, and this increases
condence, self worth and overall happiness.
Focusing outwardly in general is a great way
to cure the common pains of feeling alone.
Depending on your level of health, there are
many organizations out there that would love
some extra helping hands. Whether its through
volunteering for events, being a part of walks for
different causes or simply sending out Christmas
cards to kids in need (especially if you get to play
Santa), giving your energy away is often the one
thing that will make you feel more energized than
ever before! Its kind of like going to the gym; it
can feel like a hassle and a lot of work, but once you
nish your workout, you feel GREAT!
Speaking of the gym, staying active is a major way
to keep your heart full and to embrace that social
buttery. Regardless of your mobility, there are classes
for everyone every age, every level of skill. And at many
gyms, they have new classes scheduled at every hour. Water
aerobics is a great way to move around while being kind
to your joints and any remnants of old injuries. Plus, its a
great way to meet new people without feeling forced into
conversation at an event that you may not want to attend
in the rst place. Theres something about participating in
a group activity that automatically bonds the group with
ease. This is a huge reason athletes on teams are so loyal to
their sports family. The team grows with them, supports
them and becomes an incredibly important part of their
mental and emotional survival.
With that in mind, any activities in which youre building
a community are productive. Take a hands-on approach;
dont sit back and wait for someone to come to you. Check
out your local paper or your town/citys calendar of events
online. Search for groups that meet to discuss common
interests, goals or have regular get-togethers. Book clubs
are quickly becoming more and more popular, thanks in
part to Oprah reminding us all about the art of sitting
down and nishing a book. If you dont have the best
vision, there are audiobooks available on iTunes. They do
a great job with keeping their book list current with
both the top sellers and the classics.
Go on daily walks in the morning. Youd be
surprised at how much this will put you in a place of
gratitude. You can work out a schedule with family
members to walk with you or maybe you have a
friend close to your neighborhood who is on board
to pound the pavement before (or after) that cup of
morning coffee. Starting the day by getting outside
is one of the most rewarding experiences and allows
you to see the world with gratitude, something very
important in keeping up spirits, which will in turn
make you like a magnet, attracting new friends and
people into your life wherever you go. If walking
isnt an option, you can go on a little car cruise or
even wheelchair cruise. Just make sure to keep it
consistent no matter how bad the weather is or how
little you feel like getting up.
If your family or friends dont live close by, or
perhaps their schedules dont allow them to be your
walking buddy, there are many services in which
you can hire someone who is a good t to walk
with you. Theres nothing wrong with this successful
bosses and business owners hire people for all sorts of
jobs and end up truly bonding with their employees,
so make sure to nd someone you really like spending
time with, and think of it as something where you are both
gaining experience from your time together.
So remember, focus outwardly. Think about how you
can add value and help in situations. If you have grandkids,
get as involved in their lives as possible, and if you dont,
Im sure there are many kids out there who would love a
mentor that cared enough to share stories and spend time
getting to know them. You are one special person with a lot
to give. Make sure to keep giving that love away!
FOCUSING OUTWARDLY
Keeping your mind on helping yourself and others
Creators.com photo courtesy of Julia Price
Keeping your mind on helping yourself and others prevents
loneliness.

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