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Inside The Newsletter

Front Page News……………….1

Local Business Ads…………….2

Connection Information………3

Senior Story………………...….4

Health Information..…………..5

Executive Director Letter……..6

Did You Know?………………..7

Activities & Menu.…………..8-9

Birthdays & Thank You……..10

General Health Info.……...11-12

Connection Recipes & more…13

Odds & Ends Information…...14

Connection Club……………...15

Pictures of the Month………..16

December

2017

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Wishing Everyone A Very

Merry And Blessed Christmas

The Senior Connection Holiday Bazaar

Monday, December 11th 10am - 2pm

There will be something for everyone on your list. It’s a one stop shopping

experience and you can stay for Lunch!!

721 Third Ave S. Hailey, ID

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Scott Miley Roofing Association Construction Services, Inc.

Re-Roofs/Repairs—New Roofs

Carpentry-Remodels-Snow Removal

Sheet Metal Fabrication

208-788-5362 www.scottmileyroofing.com

Are You On The Best Plan For You?

Michelle Sandoz is offering free evaluations of your Medicare health

insurance plan.

Medicare Annual Enrollment is October 15- December 7, 2017

This is a good time to evaluate your health insurance plan

416 South Main Street Suite 204

Hailey, ID 83333

Michelle Sandoz

Independent Agent

Simpson Lawn Care

Seniors Save 30 %

Quality Lawn Mowing

and Sprinkler

Repair and Service.

Seniors and members of

our community with

special needs save 30% on

weekly lawn care.

Sam Simpson, owner operator

with 30 plus years in the valley

Call me today, I’ll be there!!

(208)420 -3023

208-788-9209

Hailey Route deviates to The Senior Connection with 2-hour advance notice: $.50 fare one-way.

Reduced fare for seniors 65 and over from Hailey to Ketchum: $2 one way, $3 roundtrip (save $1!)

All buses are wheelchair accessible. For those with disabilities, Mountain Rides offers “origin to destination” service. Call 208-788-7433 for details or visit www.mountainrides.org

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Transportation Fees Fares: Fares are subject to change and are based per person Monday-Friday 10am- 3pm

Rides to the Senior Connection and designated destinations, such as the grocery store and post office, are included in the monthly fare .

Hailey & Bellevue - $25 per month or $5 per day

Mid-Valley & St. Luke’s area - $35 per month or $10 per day

Ketchum & Sun Valley - $50 per month or $15 per day

Carey & Picabo – price to be determined.

Individuals and non-members not attending lunches and Connection activities do not qualify for special rate and must pay $25 per hour. Special Transport – doctor’s appointment, hospital, therapy, shopping, hair appointments, etc., are billed at $25 per hour. Trips must be scheduled with Transportation at 208-721-1527.

Members with financial difficulties - please talk to the director about scholarship programs.

Transportation

Now that winter is upon us, riders must remember to dress

warmly. We will try to keep the bus warm, but it is and older (drafty) vehicle. Remember to always buckle your seat belts!

The pickup times may change a bit due to weather and road conditions, be assured we are coming. We always try to call you and let you know our approximate time of arrival at your house.

If you have questions just call the Transportation number (208)-721-1527 and

we will answer as soon as we can.

Thank You Sue Barney & Susan Canham

The Senior Connection Directory http://www.twitter.com/TheConnection

WEB page www.seniorconnectionidaho.org

Meals on Wheels of the Wood River Valley https://www.facebook.com/mowswrv

Teresa Beahen Lipman - Executive Director teresa@seniorconnectionidaho.org

Joanne Cox - Connection Club and Home Care joanne@seniorconnectionidaho.org

Barbara Espedal - Activities Director barb@seniorconnectionidaho.org

Katie Phillips - Membership, Meals on Wheels and Office Coordinator katie@seniorconnectionidaho.org

Erik Olson - Chef erik@seniorconnectionidaho.org

Transportation transportation@seniorconnectionidaho.org

The Senior Connection (208) 788-3468 721 Third Avenue South, PO Box 28

Hailey, ID 83333 Hours of Operation:

Monday thru Friday 8am-4pm

2017 Board of Directors

Chairperson: Michael Beck

Treasurer: Michael Beck

Board of Directors: Craig Aberbach

Steve England, Shelley Seibel

Debra Rosen, Becky Duncan

Leslie Silva, Erin Buell and Kristin Fullerton

This facility is operated in accordance with

Federal law and US Dept. of Agriculture

policy. This institution is prohibited from

discriminating with regard to race, color,

citizenship, national origin, sex, age, disability,

marital status, sexual orientation, religion,

veteran or current military status. To file a

complaint of discrimination, write USDA,

Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W,

Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue,

SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or Call (202)

720-5964 (voice and TDD).

You Can Advertise Here!!

Call Barbara Espedal

788-3468 For rates

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Senior Story by Lesley Andrus

TONY TAYLOR

Tony Taylor has done it all – secondary English teacher, carpenter, wrangler, trail

crew foreman, ski-instructor, professional ski patrolman, research writer and an

Outward Bound instructor. Born and raised in Whitehall, Montana, Tony was always

interested in outdoor activities. How did he get to Sun Valley? His pickup truck

broke down here in 1969 when the fuel pump on his 1956 Chevy gave out.

Before settling here, Tony graduated from Montana State University in Bozeman and

went on to teach English – first at the Pine Hill School for boys (a juvenile delinquent

center), and then at a special needs school on the Arapahoe Shoshone reservation in

Lander where he was the ward supervisor in charge of about 30 young men. It was

the time of the draft and this work exempted Tony. His young men were very protec-

tive of him, and Tony recalls that when any “suit” came on the reservation looking for him, they always asked, “Who

wants to know?” When the draft board caught up to Tony in Los Angeles, they decided he was too old (26 ½).

After the reservation Tony moved to Jackson Hole where he spent 5 years working for the Forest Service, teaching

skiing, and doing carpentry. As an outdoorsman, Tony fished and hunted. During college and the war, these

activities helped keep him fed.

When talking about travel, Tony’s best memories are of his time in Africa. In Zimbabwe he rented two horses and

for $80 a day, he worked 3-4 weeks on a cattle ranch. While there, one of his friends who owned two airplanes took

him to remote Sabi Sabi where they drove around in big command cars through one of the largest game reserves in

South Africa.

In addition to his various careers, Tony has written and published a book. Since his early childhood Tony has been

interested in the Indian culture, and specifically the Shoshone tribe known as the Sheep Eaters. They lived high in

the mountains, were a peaceful people, and by the end of the 1800’s ceased to exist. His book “A Chronicle of the

Sheep Eater Indians” was published in 2001.The artist in Tony also created a video titled “Hazel the Wonder Horse”

which you can see on youtube. Tony rode his beloved horse Hazel down the edge of the bike path and all through

the towns. DA Outz remembers encountering Hazel and Tony on her weekly walks with a friend. Tony would

always stop and talk to them as he did to everyone he encountered, for Hazel was a horse “who love[d] kids, carrots,

and cool Idaho mornings.”

Tony keeps in shape through weekly yoga classes at St. Luke’s, and exercise classes three days a week at Blaine

County. He is seen every day at the Senior Center where he thoroughly enjoys Eric’s great food, and the company of

all his friends.

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Foods That Can Affect or Help You Sleep

Reach for Tryptophan-Rich Foods. We've all heard of warm milk's ability to send us off to dreamland. Do you know why it's true? Dairy foods contain tryptophan, which is a sleep-promoting substance. Other good sources include nuts and seeds, bananas, honey, and eggs.

Indulge Your Craving for Carbs (A Little Bit). Carbohydrate-rich foods help boost tryptophan in the blood. So a few good late-night snacks might include a bowl of cereal and milk, nuts and crackers, or bread and cheese.

Beware of Hidden Caffeine. It's no surprise that an evening cup of coffee might disrupt your sleep. Even moderate caffeine can cause sleep disturbances. But don't forget about less obvious caffeine sources, like chocolate, cola, and tea. Even decaf coffee has a trace of it -- but not enough to be a problem. For better sleep, cut all caffeine from your diet 4 to 6 hours before bedtime. Over-the-counter and prescription drugs that may have caffeine in them include pain relievers, weight loss pills, diuretics, and cold medicines. These and other medications may have as much or even more caffeine than a cup of coffee. Check the label of nonprescription drugs or the prescription drug information sheet to see if your medicine interferes with sleep or can cause insomnia.

Skip the Nightcap. Alcohol may help you fall asleep faster, but you might not sleep well, waking up often, tossing and turning, and even having headaches, night sweats and nightmares. It can help to down a glass of water for each alcoholic drink, to dilute the alcohol's effects. But for a good night's sleep, it's better to avoid alcohol 4 to 6 hours before bedtime.

Minimize Protein at Bedtime. Protein is great during the day. But not so much when you're ready for bed. It's harder to digest and contains the amino acid tyrosine, which promotes brain activity. So skip the high-protein snack before bedtime and opt for a small piece of cheese and some sleep-friendly carbs, like crackers. William Blahd, MD

Do You Have A Winter Survival Kit For Your Car?

Everyone should carry a Winter Survival Kit in their car. In an emergency, it could save your life and the lives of your passengers. Here is what you need:

a shovel

windshield scraper and small broom

flashlight with extra batteries

battery powered radio

water

snack food including energy bars

raisins and mini candy bars

matches and small candles

extra hats, socks and mittens

first aid kit with pocket knife

necessary medications

blankets or sleeping bag

tow chain or rope

road salt, sand, or cat litter for traction

booster cables

emergency flares and reflectors

fluorescent distress flag and whistle to attract attention cell phone adapter to plug into lighter Emergency Management Team

Foods To Stay Away From If You

Have Anxiety or Depression

Regular Soda. Sugar-sweetened drinks like soda have a direct link to depression.

Diet Soda. You may not have the energy crash that comes with having too much sugar, but diet soda may make you depressed. Too much of the caffeine that many sodas have can be bad for anxiety, too.

Toast. If it's made from white bread, the highly processed white flour it's made from quickly turns to blood sugar after you eat it. That can cause energy spikes and crashes that can be bad for anxiety and depression. Just use whole-grain bread.

‘Light’ Dressing. “Light” or “sugar-free” dressings? Many get their sweetness from aspartame, an artificial sweetener linked to anxiety and depression

Processed Foods. If you eat lots of processed meat, fried food, refined cereals, candy, pastries, and high-fat dairy products, you’re more likely to be anxious and depressed.

Coffee. If you’re not used to it, the caffeine in it can make you jittery and nervous. It could also mess up your sleep. Neither helps anxiety or depression. Caffeine withdrawal can make you feel bad, too. If you think it causes you problems, cut caffeine out of your diet slowly. If you’re OK with it, or drink decaf, coffee can actually help make you feel less depressed. Smitha Bhandari, MD

http://www.webmd.com/william-blahdhttp://www.webmd.com/smitha-bhandari

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Executive Director Teresa Beahen

2017 Has Been a Great Year for the Senior Connection!

Many exciting things have happened at the Senior Connection in the past year. 2017 has been

a year of big changes and happy celebrations. We even have a beautiful new logo, which can

be seen throughout this newsletter. To me, it symbolizes the hope and happiness of our

seniors.

We are lucky to have hired Connection Club Director Joanne Cox to be our new Home Care Director, as well. She’s

a very busy woman, and she’s doing a terrific job in both capacities. We also have hired Jovita Piña to be my

Assistant Executive Director. She’ll begin working here in early December.

We’re now in partnership with Interlink Volunteer Caregivers, better known as IVC, based in Twin Falls. With the

help of IVC, we provide local volunteers to drive seniors to medical appointments in Twin Falls and Boise at no cost.

Barb Espedal is our IVC liaison – contact her at 208-788-3468 for information and scheduling.

We have begun delivering Meals on Wheels to Carey on Fridays again. This is good news to the people who need

this service.

Our annual Veterans’ Day luncheon was a big success. It was well-attended, including our two World War II pilots,

Tommy Farr and Bill Brand. They grace our dining room almost every day, and we’re so happy to spend time with

them. Higher Ground delivered a moving presentation, with flags and speeches, and a special acknowledgment to all

branches of our Armed Services.

The beautiful Maggie Traylor turned 100 recently, and her family hosted a very large birthday party for her at the

Senior Connection. It was beautiful, with performances by Colla Voce ensemble and Mitzi Mecham. Maggie drives

herself to the Connection, where she is a skilled bridge player and plays several times a week.

Our Fitness Center has been re-vamped and improved. We’ve added a personal trainer named Casey Scherer.

Membership for unlimited use of the Fitness Center costs only $50 per year, and Casey is conducting a

circuit-training class every Thursday at 1:15 for those members. Please call Barb at 208-788-3468 to join.

You may have noticed we’ve had a facelift! The outer entrance to our building has been painted and an amazing new

sign has been installed. It lights up from behind, which is both beautiful and helpful. We thank Keller Williams

Realtors for their Red Day of service, and Dave Swaner for donating the sign.

We really appreciate everything all of you have done for us.

Our Second Annual Cocktails for a Cause event was truly successful. It was held at

the Gail Severn Gallery again, which was a beautiful backdrop for an evening of

fundraising by paddle, complete with cocktails and appetizers. Everyone seemed to

have a great time, and we raised much-needed money to help underwrite the

programs and services provided by the Senior Connection.

To all members of the Senior Connection: As we head into 2018, I would appreciate

your feedback regarding the Senior Connection and its services, and how you

generally feel about being with us from day to day. My goal is to ensure that every

experience you have with us is a good one.

Happy Holidays to all! I hope you’ll join us for the Holiday Bazaar on December 11, where once again we’ll offer affordable items for gift-giving and more.

Have a wonderful holiday season!

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Try Learning Something New Everyday!

Brain health isn't the only benefit of lifelong learning. Taking a class, learning a new skill and expanding our horizons through education are great ways to socialize. Many classes offer the opportunity for intergenerational sharing. Learning provides a sense of meaning and purpose to our lives, boosting self-esteem. Picking up a new skill might even lead to an "encore career" for seniors who wish to continue working. Above all, learning sparks a sense of joy and encourages creative expression.

Check out offerings at the local community college, university or extension. You can take for-credit courses in the arts, history, literature, languages, the sciences—maybe finish your degree at long last? Or take a not-for-credit class. Some universities offer reduced tuition for older adults, or allow them to audit classes for free.

Go ahead, dip your toe into computer technology that's beyond your comfort zone. Learn how to use a new app or device.

Senior travel programs let you learn about the history and culture of a place during a trip. Oh, and the cuisine!

Take an exercise class! Not only is it great for your body, but brain experts also say working out helps us remember what we've learned during the day.

Learning truly is a lifelong process and it's not only for the young. By IlluminAge Communication Partners

Reducing Loneliness For Seniors Around The Holidays

It's very human to feel that holidays should be happy times, with generations of

traditions coming to the forefront. After all, we say we celebrate holidays. Doesn't

that mean happiness? The reality, however, is that many people can feel isolated

and lonely during this sometimes forced "season of good will."

Tips to enhance your family's holidays.

Listen and understand when they want to talk, even if the talk is negative. They are likely mourning many of the losses mentioned above. Don't imply they are whining or that they should snap out of it. They can't.

Help them see that you are trying to simplify the holidays in order to bring back the real meaning of our celebrations. Let them know you are trying to ignore the hype that has increased over the years. Remind them that they taught you that it's people who count, and thank them for that.

If your parent is in an assisted living facility or nursing home, check with the local kindergarten or day care centers to see if they can bring children to visit.

Remind them how important they are as a part of your own celebration and that of the entire family. Be especially careful not to act like what you do for them is a duty. This can be tough, as your tired body language can show through. However, put yourself in their place. They may feel useless and burdensome. Remind them they are loved.

Decorate their home or room in stages, presenting cherished ornaments for Christmas at intervals so there is something to look forward to.

Spend time with them. This is the most important thing you can do. Look at holiday photos or videos with them and leave them photos in a handy place so they can walk down memory lane when they are alone. Play music. Listen to them reminisce.

You, the adult child of a parent who may seem depressed during the holidays, can do much to help. Yes, you are busy and stressed yourself. However, by simplifying the holiday season all around and concentrating on what really matters – people – you can offer your parent help through what can be, for some, a time of discouragement.

By Aging Care

https://www.agingcare.com/Articles/caregiving-and-the-holidays-137025.htm

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December 2017 Activities

Fit & Fall

Carey 10am

Connection

Club 11am

Afternoon Card

Games 1pm

Member

Fitness 1:15pm

1 Connection

Club 11am

Card Games

1pm

2

3 4 Fit & Fall

11am

Connection Club

11am

5 Fit & Fall

Carey 10am

Caregiver Mtg.

11am

Connection

Club 11am

Bingo 1pm

6 Fit & Fall

11am

Kiwanis Lunch

11:30

Bunco 1pm

Sharp!

Key Club Tech

Help 12:30-1:30

7 Fit & Fall

Carey 10am

Connection

Club 11am

Members

Fitness 1:15pm

8 Fit & Fall

11am

Connection

Club 11am

Card Games

1pm

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Foot Light

Dancers

12:30

Dec. 8th

10 11 NO Fit & Fall

Christmas

Bazaar

10- 2pm

Connection Club

11am

12 Fit & Fall

Carey 10am

Foot Clinic

10am-2pm

Connection

Club 11am

Bingo 1pm

Fashion & Wine

7pm

13 Fit & Fall

11:00 am

Kiwanis 11:30

Preschool

Sing a long

14 Fit & Fall

Carey 10am

Connection

Club 11am

Afternoon

CardGames1pm

Member Fitness

1:15pm

15 Fit & Fall

11am

Connection

Club 11am

Card Games

1pm

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18 Fit & Fall

11am

Connection Club

11am

19 Fit & Fall

Carey 10am

Foot Clinic

10am-2pm

Connection

Club 11am

Bingo 1pm

20 Board Mtg

8:30am

Fit & Fall 11am

Kiwanis Lunch

11:30

Ear Clinic

10am-3pm

Hair Cuts

10am-2pm

21 Fit & Fall

Carey 10am

Connection

Club 11am

Members

Fitness 1:15pm

22 Fit & Fall

11am

Connection

Club 11am

Card Games

1pm

Christmas

Lunch

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Happy 2018

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Closed

27 Fit & Fall

11 am

Kiwanis Lunch

11:30

28 Fit & Fall

Carey 10am

Connection

Club 11am

Afternoon Card

Games 1pm

Member Fitness

1:15pm

29 Fit & Fall

11am

Connection

Club 11am

Card Games

1pm

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December 2017

Café Connection - Hours 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

1

Baked

Haddock,

rice pilaf

2

3 4

Chicken

Tetrazzini,

buttered noo-

dle

5

Stuffed Pork

Loin,

scallop pota-

to

6

Coconut

Chicken,

island

fried rice

7

Tender Pot

Roast,

mashed potato

8

Spinach

Stuffed

Pollock,

tarragon

lemon rice

pilaf

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10 11

Swedish

Meatballs,

steamed rice

12

Baked

Chicken,

oven roasted

potato

13

Baked Penne

w/ Ricotta and

Italian sausage

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Braised Pork

Roast,

mashed potato

15

Crab Cakes,

toasted

basmati rice

pilaf

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Ham and Pasta

casserole

19

Pork

tenderloin,

creamy

polenta

20

Arroz con

pollo,

refried beans

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Carved turkey,

sage stuffing

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Christmas Lunch

Merry Christmas

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Cheese

Quiche,

Carved Ham,

French Toast

Casserole

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Happy 2018

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Closed

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Chicken Fried Steak,

mashed potato

28

Ketchup Gazed

Meatloaf,

mac-n-cheese

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New Years

Eve Lunch

30

Carved Roast

Beef,

Baked Potato

Bar

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Fruit, Bread, Seasonal Veggies, Dessert,

Coffee, & Juice served daily with all meals.

On days when fish is on the menu, there will

be another choice.

Milk available on Request

All Meals Exceed 1/3 RDA Daily.

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Aubrey Stephens

Lynndee Marin

Teresa Lipman

Paul Morgenthaler

Colleen Smith

Larry Harsharger

Tedi Tournas

Barbara Corwin

Mary May Potter

Joe Miczulski

Ellen Kashino

Wayne Burke

Walter Littenberg

Joe Dilworth

Sonya Jensen

Rosemary Hollis

Katie VanHees

William Butler

Richard Stahl

Jennifer Parnell

Virginia Lowe

Thank You For Your Generosity

Marie Gallo and Benjamin Frank

The Bluebirds NAMI High School Support Group

Kathy Oliver

Joyce Shay

Graeme and Norah Bretall

Steven Clayton

Donald Cernansky

Patricia Duetting

Patricia and Jennifer Davies

Ms. Sue Dumke

Joyce H. Falre

Donna Finegan

Robert and Lucle Fuller

Windy Hayward

Thomas and Nancie Tatum

Judy Langley

Treva and Gerald Lichti

Vick and Ron Browne

Ross and Martha Jennings

Barbara and Mat Vanderkloot

Kathy Jones

Gina andBob Poole

Karen Lukes

Judy Locke

Kathy Lynn and Carl Bontrager

Mark, Mary, Marilyn and Rustin miller

Katherine Pleasants

Woody and Margery Friedlander

BW718 Foundation INC

Kathleen and Gerald Eder

George and June Block Family Foundation

Jim Mara

Kenneth Hills

Patricia Donahue

Bob Adinolfi

Barbara Coleman

Drew Nosworthy

Florence Blanchard

Jon Pace

John Pace

John Garcia

Michael Bernardi

Susan Brown

Earlene Gibbs

Marilyn Hovencamp

Kay White

Karen Bossick

Ken Worthington

Benjamin Haremza

Theresa Thompson

Fern Stephenson

Carol Blackburn

We apologize if we have

inadvertently missed

your birthday

this month.

We pull from our

database.

Please let Barb know

if your name was

missed this month.

Thank you

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Super Health Secrets Things You Should Never Do - Part 2

Never leave perishable foods at room temperature for longer than two hours. Always thaw and marinate foods in the refrigerator, never on the counter or at room temperature.

Never drink alcohol before going out into the cold. You may think it’s warming you up, but it’s actually drawing warmth from your internal organs to your skin, making you more vulnerable to hypothermia.

Never peel an apple. An apple is a wonderful snack made to order for avoiding asthma. Just a couple of apples a week lowers your asthma risk, five a week makes a big improvement in the amount of air your lungs can take in. Apples won’t eliminate your asthma, but they help you breathe easier. Apple skins contain lots of quercetin, a powerful antioxidant that helps keep asthma in check.

Never blow your nose vigorously when you have a cold. It forces mucus into your sinuses along with bacteria and viruses that can lead to sinusitis.

Never take peppermint if you have heartburn from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Peppermint may relax muscles in your esophagus to make your heartburn even worse.

Never decrease your fluid intake because you suffer from incontinence. Your body still needs water and other liquids. Cutting back to try and stem a leaky bladder is asking for problems from dehydration. However, you may want to test out eliminating certain beverages that might affect incontinence, like caffeinated drinks, carbonated drinks, citrus juices and milk products.

Never think it’s to late to supplement your calcium intake. This is true even if you already have osteoporosis. Because your body uses your bones like a calcium bank, withdrawing the mineral as needed, you must get enough calcium in your diet to replace what you borrow from your bones every day.

Never hold a grudge. It has both an emotional and physical cost. A lifetime of anger and bitterness can wear away your natural resistance to infection and disease and keep you from enjoying the good things in your life. Because your body responds to hostility and anxiety with a rise in blood pressure and rapid heart rate, you may increase your risk of heart disease, cancer and other stress related health problems. On the other hand remember, letting go of anger and resentment is good for your mind and body.

By The Editors of FC&A Medical Publishing

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Could Worrying About Our Memory Harm Our Memory?

Neurologists know quite a bit about risk factors for Alzheimer's disease, such as diabetes,

smoking, obesity, and certain genetic factors. Now, a research team from Penn State

University is investigating whether simply believing we're having trouble with our memory

can lead to real memory loss. According to the research team, led by professor Nikki Hill,

"Over 20 percent of older adults suffer from , where a person reports

having trouble remembering things with no evidence of actual memory loss." These seniors may be especially

worried if they have a family history of dementia. This erroneous belief can cause anxiety, depression, and

withdrawal from social activities which, in turn, truly do raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease! Said Hill, "Alzheimer's

is a slowly progressing disease; often by the time it is diagnosed, it is already having a substantial impact on a

patient's daily life. The hope is that early interventions will help delay or prevent the symptoms that are so

devastating to patients and their families." Aging in Stride

How Colors Affect Your World

Our vibrant world is filled with colors, and they may affect you more than you realize.

They can change your mood and your behavior, maybe even your diet .

Your Memory. Colors can affect what you remember. If there’s lots of red around, you’re more

likely to recall negative words. Green, on the other hand, tends to make you hold on to positive

ones. That may help you have a happier view of your life and a healthier state of mind.

Your Emotions. The color green seems to make positive emotions stronger and negative emotions weaker. White and

pink may have similar effects, but researchers are still studying those. Meanwhile, the color red seems to have the op-

posite effect and make negative emotions -- like those linked to failure and danger -- more intense.

Your Creativity. The color green can help get the creative juices flowing. Scientists compared it with white, gray, red,

and blue, and green helped people do better with both word-based and picture-based activities.

When You See Red. Your reactions may get faster and stronger when you see it, because your brain sees it as a sign

of danger. That’s why your body prepares to defend or attack

Your Energy Level. You may be happier and less tired after you exercise around the color green. It makes sense then

that people who exercise outside, where there’s more green, feel better. And having more “green space” where you

live tends to boost your mental health.

Your Appetite. The color of your plate can affect how much you eat. The key is contrast: The more different the

color of the plate from the color of the food that’s on it, the less you’ll serve yourself. In one study, people served

themselves about 30% more fettuccini alfredo if they were given white plates instead of red.

Your Relationships. We all want the people around us to be happy, and painting the walls of your home pink, green,

or white may help you tune into those feelings. Those colors can make it easier for you to pick up on the happy facial

expressions of others. In the interest of full disclosure, though, they also can make it harder to recognize sad ones.

Your Internal Clock. Studies show blue has the biggest positive effect on the physical, mental and behavioral

patterns you go through every 24 hours. Researchers are looking into ways it might help treat depression and other

mood problems.

Reviewed by Sabrina Felson, MD

http://www.webmd.com/sabrina-felson

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Big Thank You From

The Senior Connection

It’s such a pleasure when the school kids in our community want to come and help the seniors with tech problems, decorate for holidays or help with

clean up projects.

The Sage School

Amy Morrison - teacher

Will Griffith, Zach Shepard,

Ayden McGonigal and Angus Gilbert

Community School

Meghan Gunn - teacher

Ava Verhaeghe - 8th grade

Austin Page - 6th grade

Russell Stumph - 7th grade

Signe Dixon - 6th grade

Maeve O’Connell - 6th grade

Charlotte Davis-Jeffers -7th grade

High School Key Club at

Senior Connection

Wednesday, December 6th students from Key Club will be here 12: 30pm - 1:30pm to help members with any computer issues, setting up e mail, creating a Facebook user or researching the internet. Members can bring in laptops, IPADs and phones for any technical assistance.

Taking Care of Yourself During The Holidays

The research, published in the Journal of the

American Heart Association, speculated that over the

holidays, people consume more food and alcohol.

Hospitals and medical facilities may be understaffed.

People who would ordinarily seek help for troubling

symptoms might not do so during the holidays maybe

they're too busy, or perhaps they're visiting relatives out

of town, and decide to wait until they get home. The

most likely top factor is increased stress. During the

holidays we can be so busy, and dealing with family

dynamics can certainly raise our stress level. So give

yourself a truly valuable holiday gift: Lower your stress,

and be alert to signs from your body that

something's not right. Aging in Stride 2017

Would You Like To Be A Pen Pal?

If any of our members are interested in being a pen - pal with

a student from our area, let us know and we can help hook you up.

Students would enjoy writing to you via the mail.

For more information call Barb 208-788-3468 Ext. 4

A Word From The Kitchen

Lunch is served at 11:30am each day.

Please be respectful of that time and let the

kitchen staff get set up for lunch.

It is the flu and cold season. Do not take any

food with bare hands. There are utensils

provided. When you see any food covered with

plastic, don’t remove or take food until it’s

time for lunch.

Let’s just be considerate of one another

when going through

the lunch line.

Thank you so much!!

Christmas Nativity Display

The Carey Ward Family History Center will have a

display of Nativity Scenes from around the world

for visitors to see.

November 29th till December 1st. 3pm-9pm

20494 N. Main St.

(please use North Door) Carey, Id.

What a beautiful way to start your

Christmas season

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To support the Senior Connection and its many

programs please do your Amazon.com shopping at:

http://smile.amazon.com/ch/82-0315917

This link will take you directly to

Smile.Amazon.com and right to the Senior Connection

account. Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase

price back to us.

Thank you for supporting

the Senior Connection and the

programs we provide!

Family Caregiver Meeting Every third Monday of the month at 4pm.

Hospice of the Wood River Valley 507 1st Avenue North In Ketchum

Time and Place for Pick Up at the

Hunger Coalition Monday: Bellevue 121 Honeysuckle Street

( 1pm - 6:30pm )

Thursday: Bellevue 121 Honeysuckle Street

( 3pm - 4:30pm )

Thursday: At Presbyterian Church of the Big Wood, 100

Saddle Road, near intersection with Warm Springs Road

in Ketchum (3:30pm - 4:30pm )

The Senior Connection will be going to The Hunger

Coalition on Thursdays, 3pm-4:30pm.

If you need a ride call Sue at 208-721-1527.

Interested in Volunteering? Here’s an opportunity to meet new

people and start your day with a smile. The Senior Connection needs

Lunch Greeters on Mondays. And Meals on Wheels drivers for Monday 10:30am to 1:00pm

If you have the time and like to help people, we have a wonderful Volunteer opportunity for you! Looking for drivers to take people to medical appointments. They

are in Hailey, Twin Falls, maybe Boise. There is mileage reimbursement.

Please call Barbara at 208-788-3468 ext. for more information

5B Pedicure Hearts & Soles Foot Care Clinic

The Foot Clinic will be at the Senior Connection,

10 am-2 pm Tuesdays December 5th, 12th and 19th.

Kay offers a sliding payment

scale based on your income.

She is also offering a 20% discount off your

first appointment, and additional discounts

for your second and future

appointments if you schedule

in advance and keep your appointment.

Senior Connection, 721 Third Avenue South in

Hailey. Call 208-309-1568 for an appointment.

Are you a Caregiver??? The Caregiver Support Group is provided by Hospice

and Palliative Care of the Wood River Valley and is

JUST FOR YOU!! You will share the joys and trials of

caregiving with others, just like you. You will

receive professional guidance and support from

registered nurses familiar with illnesses and caregiving

and who understand. You will learn how to balance

your own life with caregiving.

Join us on the first Tuesday of every month from

11am to 12:30pm at the Senior Connection.

Transportation

If you need a ride to the Senior Connection for lunch, an activity, appointment, post office or

grocery shopping, call Transportation 721-1527

55 or older? Need a Job? Experience Works is currently accepting applications for

paid, on-the-job training through the

Senior Community Service Employment Program or

(SCSEP). It’s the perfect way to earn extra income, gain

valuable job skills and connect with

potential employers.

There’s no cost to people who qualify.

For more information call toll free

1-888-278-9109 today or visit

www.experienceworks.org. EOE Experience Works is

also looking for additional host agency partners.

If you represent a 501(c) (3) organization

and or know one that might be interested, please

contact us for more information.

Hearing Instrument Specialist

Shawn Burnham will be at the Senior

Connection Wednesday, December 20th. 10 am - 3 pm.

Weather will have some bearing on the drive from

Twin Falls, please call 208788-3468 to make sure

Shawn will be here.

Thank You

http://www.experienceworks.org

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The Senior Connection & Connection Club Activities

Jack Margolin saved $77.25 from his

allowance to donate for

Meals on Wheels.

Jack with his mother

(who matched his donation) and

Katie Phillis the Meals on Wheels and

Office Coordinator

Community School kids helped

make Halloween

decorations for the Senior

Connection & helped in

Connection Club with their

Halloween project.

Job well done! Christina Cernansky

NAMI Executive Director,

Amber Leyba-Castle,

NAMI intern, Ketchum

City Councilman Michael

David & NAMI board

member and Executive

Director Teresa Beahen

Lipman of the Senior

Connection with donated

pumpkins from the

Bluebirds high school

support group. Thank You for your support

everyone!

16 The Senior Connection

721 Third Avenue South

PO Box 28

Hailey, ID 83333

(208)788-3468

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Your Les Schwab Tire Center

Batteries

Brakes

Tires

Shocks &

Alignment

We Are Proud To Support

the Senior Connection

520 N River St.

Hailey, ID.

(208)-788-0924

Want To Have Some Fun?

Come and play Bunco

the 1st Wednesday

of every month, 1pm sharp.

It’s a Fun dice game and so

easy to learn!

And there are prizes!!!

The Senior Connection

721 Third Ave. S.

Girls On The Run Made Some Lovely

Thanksgiving & Christmas Decorations

For The Senior Connection

Payton, Olivia, Asha, McKayla,

Coach Lindsay, Amarah,

Coach Heather, Kennedy, Avery, Jaylyn,

Coach Mary, Sofia and Anna.

Beautiful job ladies,

Thank You So Much