Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. 700 Hamilton Boulevard, Peoria, Illinois 61603 Telephone: (309) 674-2071, Toll Free: 1-877-777-2422 Website: http://www.ciaoa.net Serving Fulton, Marshall, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell, and Woodford Counties Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30 am—8:00 pm 2nd and 4th Saturdays: 9:00 am—1:00 pm Senior Gazette 2015, April Issue Joanne Thomas, PhD, President/CEO Hoangvan (Van) Dinh, B.S., Editor IN THE ISSUE Dr. Joanne Thomas, PhD, LPC Celebrate Service..…………………….1 Child Abuse Prevention..…………......2 Autism Awareness Month………..…...3 National Stress Awareness Month. ….4 Public Hearing Announcement……… 5 Celebrating Generation………………..6 Early Sign-Up Farmers’ Market Coupons………………………………...7 Save-the-Date: Golf Tournament…….8 Marshall County Mental Health Forum…………………………………...9 It’s Nearly Mosquito Season and Earth Day……………………………...10 From the Desk of Anita Brown and Advice Clinics & Cookbook………….11 Benefit Access Application Assistance at Fondulac District Library and Open Available at Spoon River Towers…...12 8th Annual Fan Drive…….….……......13 2015 Liberty Stage Line Up, Places to Go... & Facebook……...….14 National Volunteer Week is about inspiring, recognizing and encouraging people to seek out imaginative ways to engage in their communities. It’s about demonstrating to the nation that by working together, we have the fortitude to meet our challenges and accomplish our goals. National Volunteer Week was established in 1974 and has grown exponentially each year, with thousands of volunteer projects and special events scheduled throughout the week. With the sixth anniversary of the Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act, the creation of the Volunteer Generation Fund and President Obama’s resonant call to serve, this year’s celebration promises to be even more inspiring. National Volunteer Week is about taking action and encouraging individuals and their respective communities to be at the center of social change – discovering and actively demonstrating their collective power to make a difference. Take advantage of this moment of national attention to promote your cause and volunteer commitment in your community. To learn more about National Volunteer Week, please visit the website below http://www.pointsoflight.org/sites/default/files/resources/files/ nvw_celebrate_service_toolkit_22sept2015.pdf Support Groups……………..….…….15 U.S. House of Representative, U.S. Senators for IL, IL General Assembly, Board of Directors and Council Rosters………………..…..…16 To Receive Senior Gazette, e-mail Hoangvan (Van) Dinh at hdinh@ciaoa.net A Special Thank You to All of Our Volunteers Here at Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. 2 April is Child Abuse Prevention Month You can act to support families and protect children all year round! While April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, you can make a big difference year-round through small acts that help protect children, strengthen families, promote traits that help protect families — and, ultimately, prevent the abuse and neglect of children. For your family: As a parent, block out 15 minutes a day to play one-on-one with your child — doing anything he or she wants. We know from studies that the more parents engage in positive activities with their children, the less they use negative physical and psychological discipline. Tell the children or youth in your life how much you care for them and appreciate them. All children deserve to have someone who is “crazy about them” and loves them unconditionally. Connect with grandparents to preserve cultural heritage. Grandparents are an incredible source of cultural heritage — from traditions to language to food! Encourage them to tell stories to their grandchildren and even visit their schools to share where they come from. For friends and neighbors: Compliment a father — someone you know or even someone in public — on something positive you see him do with his children. Dads contribute uniquely to children’s development. Offer your time to baby-sit for the child of a friend, neighbor or family member. All parents need help sometimes — even if it is just to rest or “recharge” for an hour or two. Arrange a potluck event in your neighborhood to get to know other parents and their kids. Friends and neighbors can give outstanding support to families in times of need or stress. For your community: Do volunteer work for a youth-or family-serving organization in your community. Some families just need a little help from time to time, and community organizations are designed to do just that. Take action on legislative issues that affect children and families. Call your elected representatives, join demonstrations and be sure always to vote to show that you support services to help families raise healthy children. Ask yours or another faith-based organization in your community about donations — even small ones — that can be made to support families in need. Some families need help providing for their children’s basic needs. If you have reason to believe a child may be at risk of harm in their home, call your local child abuse hotline. Anyone who is worried about the well-being of a child can call to report their concerns. For more tips and information on child abuse prevention, visit: www.americanhumane.org/april Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. There is often nothing about how people with ASD look that sets them apart from other people, but people with ASD may communicate, interact, behave, and learn in ways that are different from most other people. The learning, thinking, and problem-solving abilities of people with ASD can range from gifted to severely challenged. Some people with ASD need a lot of help in their daily lives; others need less. A diagnosis of ASD now includes several conditions that used to be diagnosed separately: autistic disorder, pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS), and Asperger syndrome. These conditions are now all called autism spectrum disorder. Signs and Symptoms People with ASD often have problems with social, emotional, and communication skills. They might repeat certain behaviors and might not want change in their daily activities. Many people with ASD also have different ways of learning, paying attention, or reacting to things. Signs of ASD begin during early childhood and typically last throughout a person’s life. Children or adults with ASD might: not point at objects to show interest (for example, not point at an airplane flying over) not look at objects when another person points at them have trouble relating to others or not have an interest in other people at all avoid eye contact and want to be alone have trouble understanding other people’s feelings or talking about their own feelings prefer not to be held or cuddled, or might cuddle only when they want to appear to be unaware when people talk to them, but respond to other sounds be very interested in people, but not know how to talk, play, or relate to them repeat or echo words or phrases said to them, or repeat words or phrases in place of normal language have trouble expressing their needs using typical words or motions not play “pretend” games (for example, not pretend to “feed” a doll) repeat actions over and over again have trouble adapting when a routine changes have unusual reactions to the way things smell, taste, look, feel, or sound lose skills they once had (for example, stop saying words they were using) If You’re Concerned If you think your child might have ASD or you think there could be a problem the way your child plays, learns, speaks, or acts, contact your child’s doctor, and share your concerns. Source: http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/facts.html with National Stress Awareness Month 4 It's healthy to relax, renew, and rejuvenate Stress happens. Sometimes it's unavoidable, at times it's unbearable. That's why taking time for yourself is a necessity. Stress does not merely afflict your mind; it can also affect you on a cellular level. In fact, long-term stress can lead to a wide range of illnesses – from headaches to stomach disorders to depression – and can even increase the risk of serious conditions like stroke and heart disease. Understanding the mind/stress/health connection can help you better manage stress and improve your health and well-being. The Fight or Flight Response The sympathetic stress response is a survival mechanism that's "hard wired" into our nervous systems. This automatic response is necessary for mobilizing quick reflexes when there is imminent danger, such as swerving to avoid a car crash. When you perceive a threat, stress hormones rush into your bloodstream—increasing heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose levels. Other hormones also suppress functions like digestion and the immune system, which is one of the reasons why chronic stress can leave you more vulnerable to illness. Danger triggers the stress response – but, unfortunately, so can work conflicts, worry over debt, bad memories, or anxiety. Although one bad day at work won't compromise your health, weeks or months of stress can dampen your immune response and raise your risk for disease. Combat Your Stress If you suffer from chronic stress and can't influence or change the situation, then you’ll need to change your approach. Be willing to be flexible. Remember, you have the ability to choose your response to stressors, and you may have to try various options. Recognize when you don't have control, and let it go. Don't get anxious about situations that you cannot change. Take control of your own reactions, and focus on what makes you feel calm and in control. This may take some practice, but it pays off in peace of mind. Develop a vision for healthy living, wellness, and personalprofessional growth and set realistic goals to help you realize your vision. Source: http://www.foh.hhs.gov/calendar/april.html Relax and Recharge Be sure to make time for fun and relaxation so you'll be better able to handle life's stressors. Carve some time out of your day – even 10 to 15 minutes – to take care of yourself. Also, remember that exercise is an excellent stress reliever. Everyone has different ways they like to relax and unwind. Here are a few ideas to get you started: Take a walk Read a book Go for a run Have a cup of tea Play a sport Spend time with a friend or loved one Meditate (learn how in the sidebar) Do yoga While you can't avoid stress, you can minimize it by changing how you choose to respond to it. The ultimate reward for your efforts is a healthy, balanced life, with time for work, relationships, relaxation, and fun. Public Hearing Announcement 5 Speak Out-Voice Your Opinion We want to hear from you! The presentation of the Public Information Document represents a summary of Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc.’s (CIAA) proposed FY2016, FY2017, FY2018 Area Plan on Aging. The three Public Hearings will inform older persons, caregivers, service providers, and other interested persons about the Area Plan on Aging. The hearings will focus on CIAA’s plan for providing access to needed services and giving attention to the CIAA Area Plan Initiatives. The Public Information Document will be presented at three Public Hearings, as listed below: May 19, 2015 at 10am Maple Manor Housing Authorities 250 S. Main Street Canton, IL 61520 May 20, 2015 at 10am Tremont New Town Meeting Hall 211 S. Sampson St. Tremont, IL 61568 May 21, 2015 at 11am Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. 700 Hamilton Boulevard Peoria, IL 61603 Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. 700 Hamilton Blvd., Peoria, IL 61603 Phone: (309) 674-2071 Fax: (309) 674-3639 Email: ciaoa@ciaoa.net 6 FARMERS’ MARKET COUPONS EARLY SIGN-UP, Wednesday, May 20th 10:00-2:00 (This is the only day that you can sign-up early) EMBASSY SUITES CONFERENCE CENTER 100 CONFERENCE CENTER DRIVE, EAST PEORIA Admission only $1.00; Lunch Provided Call 309-674-2071 to register. Come to the Celebrating Generations Expo and sign up ahead of time for the Senior Farmers Market Coupons. Coupons will not be distributed on this day, but you can sign up early. The actual distribution day will be Wednesday, July 8, 2015, 11 am. (By signing up early, does not guarantee that you will receive coupons, this will let us know that you are interested in receiving them.) Must be age 60 and older. Must bring picture I.D. Annual income must be less than $21,775 (Household of 1) $29,471 (Household of 2+) $37,167 (Household of 3+) Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. 700 Hamilton Boulevard, Peoria, IL 61603 Telephone: (309) 674-2071 Website: http://www.ciaoa.net 7 8 CENTRAL ILLINOIS AGENCY ON AGING, INC. 13TH ANNUAL DR. LAURENCE E. NORTON GOLF TOURNAMENT Friday, August 21, 2015 (Rain date: Friday, August 28, 2015) Contests: 10:00 am Shotgun Start:12 noon Fee: $95 per person (golf, cart and dinner) NEW Early bird fee: $85.00 Hole in One Prize: $10,000 Sponsored by: Hecht–Stout Insurance Agency (must be registered & paid by July 15) 4 person scramble Major Sponsor Wine tasting by Willet’s Winery & Cellar Sponsorship Opportunities available please call 674-2071 ext. 2204 for information Proceeds Benefit CIAA’s Faith Based Meals and New Year’s Day Meal Programs for Homebound Seniors. For more information contact: Beth Stalker, 309-674-2071 ext. 2204 bstalker@ciaoa.net or Renee Razo, 309-674-2071 ext. 2205 rrazo@ciaoa.net www.ciaoa.net 9 ……..MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS….….MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS….….MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS…….. Join concerned community members, friends and family in a discussion about mental health services with State Senator Darin LaHood and State Representative David Leitch Marshall County Mental Health Forum The Illinois proposed 2016 budget calls for severe cuts to mental health funding which will result in the elimination of mental health services in Marshall County. Please come to voice your issues and concerns about these serious cuts impacting equal and effective access for rural county residents with your state legislators. Mental Health Matters - Let Your Voice Be Heard! nd When: Saturday –May 2 When: 10:00 a.m. Where: Lacon American Legion ……..MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS….….MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS….….MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS…….. Sponsored by the Marshall County Behavioral Health Task Force 10 It’s Nearly Mosquito Season Fight Mosquitos in a More Natural Way By Esther Thompson Transition Engagement Specialist Mosquitos are more than just a pest that causes a person to itch. Many people are allergic to the saliva that the bug uses to ease blood flow from the mosquito to human. They also carry a number of deadly viruses. I have never been able to tolerate the smell of bug spray, let alone condone the use of poisons that can hurt man and beast. During the later Spring, when the nasty little critters start making their presence known, I start combining various methods to keep them away. I often use a combination of herbs and/or essential oils. I keep small;; bottles on hand to help me around the yard and use them depending on what I’m doing or if I’m going to be around other humans for any time soon. I say this last statement because I cannot be around people if I use this first one. Garlic. I make a pulp and mix it with water and canola oil and put it in a spray bottle. I use a little on my arms and legs, but I also can use it as a natural pesticide for your garden. It even keeps deer away. Garlic has a natural sulfur which repels mosquitoes. Spraying garlic to keep insects away is not something new, farmers and master gardeners have been doing it for many generations. Since mosquitoes are soft-bodied insects the garlic juice can be very toxic to them in increased concentrations. The juice does not harm humans, pets or plants, but to mosquitoes it can be deadly. For the person with a more delicate sense of smell, there are numerous essential oils that you can use to repel the little beasties. You can use them alone or with water and/ or vinegar and a light oil mixed in a spray bottle. Some essential oils that can be used are Lavender, oregano, lemongrass, juniper, sandalwood, lemon, lime, grapefruit, sage, Bay Laurel, thyme, eucalyptus, Tea Tree Oil, geranium, oranges, and marigolds. Mix some different oils to get the smell you really like (and the mosquitos hate. Don’t use essential oils on your garden plants, though. You can also make a spray out of any of these herbs and fruits blended in a blender and mixed with water and/or vinegar and light oil, strain it, and then bottle it in a spray bottle, ready to use. The herb and fruit combinations are easier to shower off and won’t stain your clothes. Enjoy the outdoors minus the bugs! There are plenty of ways you can make every day Earth Day. Improve your own small part of the planet by considering these suggestions for spring-cleaning, garden preparation and home improvements: Purchase non-toxic cleaning products. Use natural fiber sponges and cleaning agents that are biodegradable, phosphate-free, chlorine-free and unscented. Reduce paper use. Use rags instead of paper towels; cloth napkins instead of paper ones. Buy post-consumer recycled paper and recycle it when you've used it. Refurbish responsibly. Use water-based or vegetable-based paints, stains, and varnishes. Don't wash paint thinners, household cleaners, oil or pesticides down the drain or pour them on the ground; use them up, give leftovers to friends or a charity, or dispose at your local toxic waste disposal center. Repair instead of replace. Reupholster furniture. Resole your shoes. Replace disposable goods with renewable ones. Buy rechargeable batteries. Use dishes instead of paper plates. Plant for the planet. Strengthen your garden's resistance to pests by planting resilient plants, by rotating the fruits and vegetables you plant, and by attracting friendly bugs to prey on the pesky ones. (Source: www.earthshare.org) From the desk of Anita Brown, HR Director 11 Sharon Funk, Transportation Coordinator and Ted Jenkins, Driver HR has received a comment at the Pekin Health Fair from a senior who stated they did an exceptional service. Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. Information & Assistance Department May Advice Clinics Where: Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. 700 Hamilton Boulevard Peoria, IL 61603 Got Questions? When: Tuesday, May 5 from 10:00 am– 11:00 am th and Tuesday, May 19th from 2:00 pm—3:00 pm License Plate Discounts Caregiver Assistance Nutrition Programs Relatives as Parents Program Every First and Third Tuesdays of the Month Bus Passes Community Education Food Pantries Housing Transportation Medicare Part D Grandparents Raising Grandchildren For additional information and assistance you may contact us at: 309-674-2071 12 BENFIT ACCESS PROGRAM APPLICATION ASSISTANCE AT FONDULAC DISTRICT LIBRARY Tuesday, April 21 from 10:00 am –12:00 pm A volunteer from the Central Illinois Agency on Aging assists with online applications for the Illinois Department of Aging’s Benefit Access Program (Circuit Breaker) Contact Information: Fondulac District Library 400 Richland Street East Peoria, IL 61611 (309) 699-3917 Celebrate spring in your new home! Spoon River Towers Our Residents Truly Love Living Here! Spoon River Towers has Units Available with NO Waiting! WITH YOUR NEW HOME! RECEIVE A $150 GIFT CARD IF YOU SIGN A LEASE AND MOVE IN PRIOR TO APRIL 30, 2015 For Additional Information, contact: Spoon River Towers 401 North Illinois Street Lewistown, IL 61542 Phone: 309-547-7274; Fax: 309-547-2904; TTY: 1-800-750-0750 13 14 Places to Go ... Things to See To see what’s happening in Peoria, visit these websites: Hult Health Education Center Seniors on the Go 5215 N. Knoxville Avenue Peoria, IL 61614 692-6650 www.hult-health.org Peoria Riverfront Museum 222 S.W. Washington St. Peoria, IL 61602 686-7000 www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org Peoria Park District Luthy Botanical Gardens Owens Center Forest Park Nature Center 2218 N. Prospect Road Peoria, IL 61603 682-1200 www.peoriaparks.org RiverPlex Wellness & Recreation Center 600 NE Water Street Peoria, IL 61603 282-1700 www.riverplex.org For additional information, please contact Liberty Village of Pekin at 309-353-1600 Peoria Civic Center 201 SW Jefferson Avenue Peoria, IL 61602 673-8900 www.peoriaciviccenter.com Central Illinois Agency on Aging is now on Facebook and our fan base is on an upward trend. CIAA wants Facebook to be a place where our fans/those we serve and those interested in what we do as an agency can come to find information and updates that pertains to those that visit our page or for those wanting to know more about our services and programs. CIAA also wants to know what you/our fans would like to know more about. ? Please email Lorie Pence, Director of Outreach & Community Services at lpence@ciaoa.net with your thoughts/ideas. Thanks to all of our fans and continue to let others know about CIAA’s Facebook page and all that CIAA does. Support Groups Alzheimer’s Association Marshall County Heartland Health Care Center 1650 Indian Town Road, Henry, Illinois 4th Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. 309-364-3905 Stark County Toulon Healthcare Center RR 1, Highway 17 East, Toulon, Illinois 3rd Monday, 3 p.m. 309-286-2631 15 Bradley University Counseling, Research & Training Clinic Caregiver Support Group Meetings The Caregiver Program provides emotional support to help family caregivers and grandparents raising grandchildren raising cope with their caregivers roles, and/or develop and strengthen their capacities for better social and personal adjustments. Meet other caregivers and grandparents raising grandchildren, learn how to self-care, and learn how to be there without always “being there”. There is NO CHARGE for services; however, contributions are accepted. Tazewell County Apostolic Christian Restmor, Inc. 1500 Parkside Ave., Morton, Illinois 3rd Thursday, 1:30 p.m. 309-284-1416 Pekin Hospital - SNF 600 S. 13th Street, Pekin, Illinois 2nd Wednesday, 2 p.m. 309-353-0925 Peoria County Apostolic Christian Skylines 7023 N. Skyline Drive, Peoria, Illinois 1st Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. 309-691-8091 Lutheran Hillside Village 6901 N. Galena Road, Peoria, Illinois 3rd Tuesday, 6 p.m. 309-689-2180 St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral 3601 North Street, Peoria, Illinois 3rd Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. 309-286-2631 Pearce Community Center –Chillicothe (Respite Available) 610 W. Cedar Street, Chillicothe, Illinois 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. Room 210 309-351-9774 Men’s Only Support Group 606 West Glen Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61614 3rd Tuesday, 10 a.m. 309-681-1100 PALZ Support Group (Activities available for loved ones with dementia) 606 W. Glen Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61614 2nd Thursday, 4:00 p.m. Please call ahead to register 309-681-1100 Grandparents Raising Grandchildren First and Third Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) Central Illinois Agency on Aging, 700 Hamilton Boulevard Peoria, IL 61603 Facilitator: Chrystal Down Peoria Caregiver Support Group Fourth Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) Central Illinois Agency on Aging, 700 Hamilton Boulevard Peoria, IL 61603 Facilitator: Chrystal Down HCR Heartland Healthcare of Peoria Caregiver Support Group Second Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) Heartland Healthcare, 5600 Glen Elm Drive Peoria, IL 61603 Facilitator: Mary Hosbrough Liberty Village Caregiver Support Group Second Monday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) Liberty Village of Peoria, 6906 North Stalworth Drive Peoria, IL 61615 Facilitator: Nargis Khan, NCC, LCPC For more information, call (309) 677-3189 or visit www.bradley.edu/sites/caregiver Bradley University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and the promotion of equal opportunities for all persons regardless of age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The University is committed to compliance with all applicable laws regarding non-discrimination, harassment and affirmative action. Co-sponsored by Central Illinois Agency on Aging and Bradley University U.S. House of Representatives Congresswoman Cheri Bustos 3100 N. Knoxville Ave., Suite 205 Peoria, IL 61603 (309)966-1813 U.S. Senators for Illinois Senator Richard J. Durbin 525 South 8th Street Springfield, IL 62703 (217)492-4062, Fax (217)492-4382 Senator Mark S. Kirk 607 East Adams, Suite 1520 Springfield, IL 62701 (217)492-5089, Fax (217)492-5099 Illinois General Assembly Senator Darin LaHood (37th District) 5415 N. University, Suite 105 Peoria, IL 61614 (309)693-4921, Fax (309)693-4923 Rep. David Leitch (73rd District) 5407 N. University, Arbor Hall, Suite B Peoria, IL 61614 (309)690-7373, Fax (309)690-7375 Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (92nd District) 300 E. War Memorial Drive, Suite 303 Peoria, IL 61614 (309)681-1992, Fax (309)681-8572 Senator Dave Koehler (46th District) 400 NE Jefferson, Suite 200 Peoria, IL 61603 (309)677-0120, Fax (309)346-4650 Rep. Mike Unes (91st District) 19 S. Capitol Street Pekin, IL 61554 (309)620-8631, Fax (309)349-3046 Rep. Keith Sommer (88h District) 121 W. Jefferson Morton, IL 61550 (309)263-9242, Fax (309)263-8187 FY 2015 CIAA Board of Directors FY 2015 CIAA Advisory Council Paul Flynn, Chair Vicki Hoke, Vice -Chair Joyce Jackson, Secretary Robert Mueller, Chair Barry Beck, Vice-Chair Roger Wiseman, Treasurer Wanda Aberle, Secretary Dereada J. Amos David Baker Steve Buttice Thomas Eckert Beverly Grimes Rose Marie Hasler Roger Hawk Robert Johnson Cindy Livingston Mary Frances Prayne Patricia Reinbacher Denny Rewerts Raymond Russ Keith Wagy Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. does not discriminate in admission to programs or activities to treatment of employment in programs or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the U.S. Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Age Discrimination Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions. If you feel you have been discriminated against, you have a right to file a complaint with the Illinois Department on Aging. For information, call 1-800-252-8966 (Voice & TDD), or Joanne Thomas, President/CEO, Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. Zenobia Alexander Maxine Blane Richard Bowes, Sr. Joan Cheatham Joyce H. Francis Linda Glackin Donna Ginglen A. Jeanne Graham Philip Girgurich Francis Hackwith Shirley Horwedel Maggie Jenkins Sherri Nichols Charles Owens Leslie Pulfer Earl Riley Marilyn Sloan-Couch Roger Sparks Jerry Vanderheydt Margarie Winters
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