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     Wednesday, October 7, 2015Expo – 9:00 am-Noon

    Lunch, Entertainment & Bingo – Noon-2:30 pm

    FREE Admission - Open to the Public

    Stoughton Wellness and Athletic Center2300 US Highway 51-138, Stoughton, WI

    The 2015 event is proudly sponsored by:

    SkaalenRetirement Services

    With special thanks to:

    Entertainment by

     Mike McCloskey 

     presents our 7th Annual

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    Annual Senior Expo mixes

    education, entertainmentSCOTT DE LARUELLEUnified Newspaper Group 

    Come for the valuableinformation, stay for thefun.

    That’s the plan for theseventh annual SeniorE xpo , loca ted a t theStoughton Wellness andAthletic Center (2300 Hwy.51/138), which – like thearea’s senior population –keeps growing. The eventis fast becoming a tradition,not only in Stoughton, butin Dane County, as seniorsfrom all over the area stopin by the hundreds to expe-rience all the expo has tooffer, from dozens of ven-dors and exhibitors to thealways exciting entertain-ment, and of course, bingo.

    The event is popular

    because it caters to the vari-ety of needs of seniors, saidDavid Enstad, general man-ager of Unified NewspaperGroup, one of the expo’smain sponsors.

    “We continue to grow,and we’re excited about theopportunity to present moreexhibitors and reasons forfolks to attend,” he said.“Once again, this will be afirst-class event in all ways,and a great opportunity forgoers to find all kinds ofuseful information.”

    The expo starts at 9 a.m.,with more than 40 vendorson hand from all over thearea to provide information

    on everything from legalassistance and estate plan-ning to health and wellness,and plenty more. StoughtonHospital personnel will beon hand to provide a vari-ety of health screenings,including blood pressureand bone density screen-ings, as well as informationabout their wide range ofservices for area seniors.

    Stoughton Hospi ta l ’sRehabilitation and SportsMedicine Clinic is con-veniently located in the

    Wellness and Athletic Cen-ter, and will once againhost an open house that willfeature a senior fitness test,health fitness assessmentsand depression screenings.Miracle Ear of Madisonwill also be on hand to pro-vide free hearing screen-ings.

    Of course, the fun real-ly gets going during thesecond part of the expo,which inc ludes lunch,entertainment by musicianMike McCloskey, and the

    ever-popular bingo games.Lunch will be served fromnoon to 1 p.m. by Sugar &Spice Eatery, featuring hotpulled pork or shaved hamsandwiches, au gratin pota-toes, coleslaw and beveragefor $7.50. McCloskey willperform from 12:30-1:30p.m. followed by bingo anddoor prizes from 1:30-2:30.

    For more informationabout the Senior Expo, call845-9559.

    File photo by Scott De Laruelle

    There was plenty to do, see, eat and drink at the Sixth Annual Senior Expo, held at the StoughtonWellness and Athletic Center in 2014, with nearly 50 vendors on hand from around the area.

    McCloskey highlights

    Expo entertainmentFor Mike McCloskey,

    music is often a familyaffair.

    The vocalist, guitar-ist and ukulele strummerbegan playing guitar atage 10, right around thesame time he was selectedto sing with the MadisonBoys Choir. From there,he and his father, who wasa “well known musician inthe Madison area” at thetime, began to play togeth-er at family gatherings,according to a biographyof McCloskey.

    “Through these ses-sions, I learned to playdifferent genres of music,”

    McCloskey wrote in the

    biography. “As I grewolder, I became moreinterested in the rock androll scene.”

    McCloskey will bringthat diverse interest ingenres to the Senior ExpoWednesday, Oct. 7, atthe Stoughton Wellnessand Athletic Center from12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

    These days, McCloskey,who lives in Oregon, Wis.,does solo gigs, and otheropportunities featuring hisson and other friends atclubs, wine bars, restau-rants, special events andprivate parties, accordingto the biography.

    Photo submitted

    Mike McCloskey will play at the senior expo from 12:30-1:30p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7.

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    men and women first walkinto the office for theirfirst day as a working pro-fessional until the day theyofficially retire, the notionof planning for retirementis never far from theirminds.

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    donate all those businesssuits arrives, some retireeswonder what to do next.Some retirees know exact-ly how they will spendtheir days when they nolonger have to work, whileothers who decide to playit by ear may find them-selves battling boredom.

    For those among the lat-ter group, it's importantto understand that manyretirees find themselvesbored once they no longerhave to focus on a career.Jobs keep men and womenbusy and provide a senseof purpose in their lives,

    so it's understandable thatretirees feel bored oncethose jobs are no longera part of their lives. But

     ju st becaus e you no lon-ger have an office to go toevery day does not meanlife cannot be as fulfill-ing or even more fulfillingthan it was when you werestill working.

    You just need to findsomething to avoid suc-cumbing to re t i rementboredom:

    • W o r k p a r t - t i m e .Though it might seem oddto start working right afteryou retire, a part-time jobcan provide the type of

    structure you have grownaccustomed to without allof the responsibility thatcomes with a full-timecareer. Part-time jobs canrange from consul tantwork that makes use ofyour professional experi-ence to something entirelydifferent like landscapemaintenance at a nearbygolf course that gets youout of the house and enjoy-ing the warmer seasons.

    • Embrace a new hob-by. Working profession-als often say they wish

    they had time to pursue ahobby. Now that you areretired, you have all thetime in the world to do justthat. Whether it's perfect-ing your golf game, writ-ing that novel, learning tocook like a gourmet chefor whatever else you mighthave always wanted to do,retirement is a great timeto do it.

    • Get in shape. If retire-ment boredom has startedto negatively affect yourmood, one great way toconquer your boredomand improve your moodat the same time is to startexercising. Exercise is a

    natural mood enhancer.When the body exercis-es, it releases chemicalsknown a s endorph ins ,which t r igger pos i t ivefeelings in the body. Inaddition, regular exercisehas been shown to reducestress, boost self-esteemand improve sleep.

    • Volunteer. If a part-time job is not up youralley, then consider volun-teering in your communi-ty. Volunteers are always

    in demand, and volunteer-ing with a local charity canprovide a sense of purposeand provide opportunitiesto meet like-minded fellowretirees, all while helpingto quell your boredom.

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    4 ways to beatretirementboredom

    • Work part-time

    • Embrace a new hobby

    • Get in shape

    • Volunteer

    Photo courtesy Metro News Service

    Photo by Samantha Christian

    Jerry Norsman, left, returns a hit while his partner Carla Ritchiewaits at the net during a pickleball game at East Side Park inStoughton on Aug. 28. Pickleball has gained popularity in many

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    of aging, but there areways men and women canprotect their vision andreduce their risk of visionloss as they age.

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    • Maintain a healthyblood pressure . Highblood pressure , oftenreferred to as HBP orhypertension, can con-tribute to vision loss as aperson ages. The Ameri-

    can Heart Associationnotes that HBP can strainblood vessels in the eyes,causing them to narrowor bleed. HBP also cancause the optic nerve toswell, compromising aperson's vision as a result.Eye damage that resultsfrom HBP is cumulative,which means the longer itgoes untreated, the morelikely the damage to theeye will be permanent.

    • Take breaks fromwork. Computer visionsyndrome, or CVS, is alegitimate condition thatcan develop when a per-son spends ample time

    s taring a t a computerscreen. Adults and kidsalike are susceptible toCVS, which can causesymptoms such as blurredvision, double vision, eyeirritation, and headaches.One way to reduce risk ofdeveloping CVS is to takefrequent breaks from star-ing at the screen. A hand-ful of 20-second breaksover the course of an hourcan help prevent CVS.

     – Metro News Service

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    Seniors should set reasonable goals when planning for retirement.

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    As people age , the irdie tary needs begin tochange. Foods that wereonce staples of your dietas a youth may be restrict-ed once you hit a certainage, while other foods youmay have always avoidedmay now be necessary tofuel and support a healthybody.

    Eat ing heal thy foodsand exercising may not beenough to sustain health,as hormonal changes andother health effects as aperson reaches age 50 canhave a profound impacton his or her nutritionalrequirements. The follow-ing are a few things menand women over 50 maywant to consider as theylook to eat a healthy dietfor years to come.

    Vitamin DBoth men and wom-

    en age 50 and up have areduced ability to producevitamin D through expo-sure to the sun. Extra vita-min D will be needed fromfoods and supplements.Everyone over the ageof 50 should take a dailyvitamin D supplement of

    400 IU (10 µg), accord-ing to Canada ' s FoodGuide. Without adequatevitamin D, bone strengthand health can deterioratebecause vitamin D pro-motes calcium absorption.

    Friendly fatsPeop le ove r age 50

    s hou ld inc rea s e the i rintake of unsaturated fatsand reduce consumptionof saturated fats. Nutrient-rich unsaturated fats canguard against heart con-ditions, protect againststroke, keep skin suppleand even help men andwomen maintain good neu-rological health. Omega-3fatty acids can be foundin nuts, olives, seeds andfatty fishes.

    Increase proteinAccord ing to Chr i s -

    tine Gerbstadt, MD, RD,a spokesperson for theAcademy of Nutrition andDietetics, as they age, men

    and women need more pro-tein in their diets to main-tain their muscle mass.The amount of proteinneeded at a younger age nolonger may be adequate.Look for lean sources ofprotein from fish and poul-try.

    More fiberEating more fiber can

    help with digestive andintestinal problems, suchas constipation. Constipa-tion can occur when fiberintake is not enough, cou-pled with a more sedentarylifestyle. The best way toget fiber is through diet.Leave the skins on fruitand vegetables and choosewhole fruits over juices.

    Fewer caloriesThe National Institute on

    Aging says women overthe age of 50 need between1,600 and 2,000 calories,depending on how physi-cally active they are. Menneed between 2,000 and2,400 calories per day.With each passing yearthere is a decrease in theenergy required to main-tain body weight, so calor-ic intake should be adjust-ed accordingly.

    More waterAs a person ages, his

    or her body may not sig-

    nal it is thirsty as well asit once did, so it's possiblethat you may not recog-nize when you are thirstyor dehydrated. The MayoClinic recommends aroundnine to 10 cups of bever-ages per day to remainhydrated.

     – Metro News Service

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    As adults get older, dietary needs change. Many older adults need more fiber and protein, as well asmore water in their diets.

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    Travel tips for older adults with medical conditionsThe opportunity to travel is

    one of the best perks of retire-ment. Even men and women whoare only semi-retired have morefreedom to travel than those whoare still working full-time.

    But while men and womenover 50 may have more time totravel, they also must take moreprecautions when traveling,thanks in large part to medicalconditions. Many men and wom-en over 50 have medical condi-tions that may require they takemedication and/or visit theirphysicians somewhat regularly.But those who want to travelneed not let their health preventthem from seeing the world. Thefollowing are a few travel tipsfor men and women with medi-cal conditions.

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    certain vaccinations to men andwomen traveling abroad, andproviders also can explain cov-erage and what to do in case of amedical emergency while awayfrom home.

    • Refill your prescriptions.Men and women who must takemedication should refill theirprescript ions before t ravel-ing away from home. Doing soensures you will have enoughmedication to last your trip.When filling a prescription,explain to your pharmacist and/ or physician that you are aboutto travel and tell them whereyou will be going. They may

    recommend you avoid certainfoods native to your destination,or they may give you the greenlight to indulge in the local cui-sine.

    • Carry a list of your medica-tions and medical conditionswith you when traveling. Beforetraveling, make a detailed listof the medications you take andwhy you take them. The listshould include dosage and thenames, both generic and brandname, of the medications you

    take. Include any past medi-cal conditions, such as a heartattack, you have had as well.Carry this list with you whentraveling. In case of emergen-cy, the list will alert respond-ing medical professionals to anycurrent or past medical condi-tions you have so they can bettertreat you.

    • Keep medications in theiroriginal containers. Some menand women find it easier toremember to take their medica-tions if they transfer pills fromtheir original containers into pillorganizers. Such devices can bevery convenient at home, but

    they make create problems whentraveling through customs oreven on domestic flights. Pillscan always be transferred toorganizers upon your arrival atyour destination; just make surethey are placed back into theiroriginal containers before youreturn home.

    • Drink plenty of water on

    flights. Airplane cabins can bevery dry, which can exacerbatedry mouth that results from tak-ing medication. When boardinga flight, speak to the flight atten-dant and explain that you needsome extra water so you can stayhydrated and avoid irritating drymouth that may result from yourmedication. If you must take

    medication while on your flight,don't be afraid to ask the flightattendant for a fresh glass ofwater and even a light snack ifyou need to eat something withyour medicine.

     – Metro News Service

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    • Refill your prescriptions

    • Carry a list of your medica-tions and medical conditions withyou when traveling

    • Keep medications in theiroriginal containers

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    While many seniors enjoy traveling, it is important to make sure medications are up to date and clearly labeled when taking atrip. Travelers should also make a detailed list of the medications they take and why they take them.

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    Immunizations recommended

    for adults over 50Routine immunizations

    can keep people safe andhealthy. Certain vaccinationscan prevent diseases fromproducing symptoms, whileothers can lessen the durationof an illness or make condi-tions less severe.

    Vaccination schedulesbecome a way of life for par-

    ents to young children. Butvaccinations aren't just forkids, and adults should keeptabs on their immunizationhistories to ensure they're up-to-date with vaccinations fortheir particular age group andlifestyle.

    The Centers for Dis-ease Control and Preven-tion warns that the elderlyare more likely to die of avaccine-preventable dis-ease than other age groups.The immune system beginsto decline as we age, so thebody can benefit from thedisease-fighting boost pro-vided by vaccinations. Indi-

    viduals at any age shoulddiscuss immunizations withtheir doctors, but it's a par-ticularly important conver-sation for those age 50 andolder.

    Vaccine schedules andrecommendations may varydepending on where a per-son lives, but the followingimmunization recommenda-tions are offered courtesy ofthe CDC.

    • Influenza: An annual flushot can help prevent thenearly 36,000 deaths thatoccur due to flu each yearin the United States. Theflu vaccine is designed tocombat the current strain offlu, so it is recommended

    anytime between Septemberto March, which is the primeflu season. People age 50and older should opt for theinjection rather than the nasalform of the vaccine.

    • Tdap: This vaccine pro-tects against tetanus, diphthe-ria and pertussis and is espe-cially necessary for peoplewho have close contact withyoung infants. Pertussis, orwhooping cough, can bepassed on to youngsters andmake them very ill. If you'venever received a Tdap vac-cine, the CDC suggests get-ting it at least once. Individu-

    al tetanus boosters should bereceived every 10 years.• Pneumococcal: Pneumo-

    coccal disease is an infectioncaused by the pneumococcusbacteria. It can cause pneu-monia, blood infection, earinfections, and even bacte-rial meningitis. This vaccineis given to adults age 65 andolder or to younger adults attheir physicians' discretion.

    • Hepatitis A: Individualswith medical, occupationalor lifestyle conditions, suchas healthcare workers orpeople with chronic liver dis-ease, may need a two-doseseries of the hepatitis A vac-cine.

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    Build and maintain strong bonesOsteoporos is , a dis -

    ease that causes bones tobecome weakened andbrittle over time, affectsmillions of people acrossthe globe. The Interna-tional Osteoporosis Foun-dation says an osteoporo-sis-related fracture occursroughly once every threeseconds, accounting formore than 8.9 millionfractures a year.

    Y o u n g e r i n d i v i d u -als typically heal fromfractures more quicklythan older adults , whooften discover that frac-tures greatly impede theirmobility and quality oflife. Bone health is impor-tant at any age, but it isparticularly crucial as aperson gets older. With-out a strong framework ofbones, the body collapseson itself and rates of frac-ture increase. Fortunately,there are several ways tokeep and maintain strongbones.

    Bones are largely madeup of a protein called col-lagen, which is boundtogether by calcium andother trace minerals. Vita-min D and calcium workin concert, with vitaminD helping the body toabsorb calcium so it canfind its way into bones.Experts advise gettingthe right ratio of calcium,protein and vitamin D tosafeguard against osteo-porosis.

    The Institute of Medi-cine suggests that adultsget between 600 and 800international units (IUs)of vitamin D every day,

    and between 1,000 and1,300 milligrams of calci-um daily. Dairy products,

    such as low- and nonfatmilk, yogurt and cheese,are high in calcium. Darkgreen vege tab le s andalmonds contain calciumin smaller amounts.

    Obtaining calcium andvitamin D through naturalsources is always pref-erable, but doctors maysuggest supplementationif foods are not provid-ing what a person needs tomeet the minimum recom-mended levels.

    E xe rc i s e i s ano the rimportant component ofbuilding strong bones.The National Osteopo-rosis Foundation says 30

    minutes of exercise eachday can help. Higher-intensity exercises shouldbe mixed with lower-intensity workouts for thebest results.

    Weight-bearing exercis-es, such as hiking, danc-ing and stair-climbing,

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    The Institute of Medicine suggests that adults getbetween 600 and 800 international units (IUs) of vitaminD every day, and between 1,000 and 1,300 milligrams ofcalcium daily.

    Exercise is another important component ofbuilding strong bones. The National OsteoporosisFoundation says 30 minutes of exercise each day canhelp.

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    Memory loss is not an automatic side effect of agingNo one, regardless of age,

    is immune to random boutsof memory loss. While mis-placed car keys or forgettingitems on your grocery listare nothing to get worked upover, many men and womenover 50 do start to worryabout memory lapses, espe-cially when they start to occurwith more frequency thanthey might have just a fewyears ago. But while memoryloss might be quickly associ-ated with aging, increasedforgetfulness is not an inevi-table side effect of gettingolder, a fact that those at orapproaching retirement ageshould find comforting.

    When considering the rela-tionship between memoryand aging, it’s important thatmen and women recognizethe distinction between mem-ory lapses and dementia, asthe two are not one and thesame. As a person ages, his orher hippocampus, the regionof the brain involved in theformation and retrieval of

    memories, often deteriorates.This can affect how long ittakes to learn and recall infor-mation. But just because thisprocess is slower does notmean it’s a warning sign ofdementia, which is the lossof certain mental functions,including memory. Thoughtaking longer to recall infor-mation can be frustrating,many people still retain theirability to recall information.In addition, while dementiabrought on by conditions suchas Alzheimer’s disease orParkinson’s disease is untreat-able, there are things men andwomen can do to strengthen

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    Start playing gamesGames that test the mind

    have long been believed tobenefit the brain, thoughsome remain skeptical aboutthe true impact of braingames. However, a Univer-sity of Iowa study fundedby the National Institute onAging found that brain gamesmay in fact pay numerous andlong-term dividends.

    In the study, 681 healthyvolunteers over the age of 40were divided into four groups.One group played computer-ized crossword puzzles, andthree other groups played abrain training video gamefrom Posit Science designedspecifically to enhance thespeed and accuracy of visualprocessing. The volunteersshowed less decline in visualprocessing as well as in othertests that measured concentra-tion, memory and the abilityto shift quickly between tasks,

    and the benefits from thetraining games lasted as longas seven years after training.

    Brain games are now moreaccessible than ever before,as players can access suchgames on their smartphones,tablets, e-readers and comput-ers. And in addition to beingeffective, the games also pro-vide entertainment value.

    Alter your routineMany working profession-

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    altering your daily routine can jar the brain awake, forcingit to focus during those timesthat had become mundane butnow present new challenges.Something as simple as alter-nating driving routes to workfrom day to day or preparingsome new, yet healthy, break-fast each morning can help

    the brain stay alert and sharp.

    Become a social

    butterflyMaintaining a social life as

    you age is a great way to keepin touch with friends and fam-ily. But there’s another rea-son to continue to be sociallyengaged.

    A 2008 study spearheadedby the clinical trials admin-istrative director at SouthernCalifornia Kaiser PermanenteMedical Group and publishedin the American Journal ofPublic Health found that olderwomen who maintained largesocial networks were 26 per-

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    dementia than women withsmaller social networks. Inaddition, those who had dailycontact with friends and fam-ily cut their risk of demen-tia by nearly half. The studyalso noted that regular socialinteraction can delay or pos-sibly even prevent cognitiveimpairment.

    Continue your careerWhile the idea of retiring

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    Numerous studies haveshown the benefits that stay-ing engaged in professionalactivities can have on brainhealth. The brain does notthrive if it’s sitting on thesideline. Staying active inyour career will continue toprovide the challenges yourbrain needs to stay sharpand avoid memory loss andstruggles with concentration.

    Men and women who want

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    Staying socially active after 50 can benefit the brain and evenreduce a person’s risk of dementia.

    Maintain mental acuityMany people know that a combination of a healthy diet

    and routine exercise is the best way to maintain their phys-ical health. But what about mental well-being?

    Memory lapses are often assumed to be an acceptedside effect of aging, but such an assumption is incorrect,as there are many steps men and women can take to main-tain their mental acuity well into their golden years.

    • Find time for cardiovascular exercise. Cardiovascular

    exercise can boost brain power. Cardiovascular exercisepumps oxygen-rich blood to the brain, and that blood con-tains glucose that can fuel brain cells. Cardiovascular exer-cise also strengthens blood vessels, which can help preventpotentially devastating diseases, such as stroke, that canhave a lasting and negative impact on cognitive function.

    • Find time for friends and family. Many people need noreason to socialize, but those that do can now cite boostingbrain function as a great reason to get together with familyand friends. Routine socialization can keep a brain sharpby reducing its levels of cortisol, a potentially destructivehormone brought on by stress.

    • Squeeze in a nap every so often. Naps can have a re-energizing effect on men and women, but a study fromGerman researchers also found that naps also can improvememory. In the study, researchers divided participantsinto three groups: people who would stay awake for 60minutes; people who would sleep for six minutes; andpeople who would sleep for 30 to 45 minutes. After thehour was up, participants were given a word recall test,and those who slept performed better on the test thanthose who hadn't.

    • Include fish in your diet. A study from researchers atChicago's Rush University Medical Center found that peo-ple who eat fish once per week have a 60 percent lower riskof developing Alzheimer's disease than those who do notinclude fish in their weekly diets. Researchers credit thislower risk to DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid that is found inboth the brain and in fish such as salmon and tuna.

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    United States Census data from2010 indicates 4.9 million Ameri-can children are being raised solely

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    new cribs, car seats, high chairs, andother items. Grandparents shouldresist the temptation to use old itemsthey may have kept in storage, assuch items may no longer be safeand could put grandchildren at riskfor injury.

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    • Speak with an attorney. Lawyerscan help grandparents wade throughlegal arrangements, such as filingfor custody, guardianship or adop-tion. Options vary depending on

    where petitioners live, but lawyerscan provide peace of mind to grand-parents concerned about their grand-kids’ futures.

    • Investigate financial assistance.Seniors may not earn the incomethey once did and may be on assis-tance programs or living off ofretirement savings. Grandparentswho find themselves caring for achild may be eligible for financial

    assistance. The Temporary Assis-tance for Needy Families is a jointfederal and state program that canprovide need-based financial assis-tance. The AARP or the organiza-tion GrandFamilies may be ableto put grandparents in touch withfinancial advisors in their areas.

    • Contact schools and daycarecenters. School-aged childrenwill need to be enrolled in school.Grandparents should contact the

    department of education where theylive to learn about local school sys-tems, especially when grandkids aremoving in with their grandparents.Some grandparents can qualify forfree or low-cost daycare, and suchprograms can be discussed withlocal Social Services offices. Enroll-ment in school or daycare can pro-vide grandparents with much-need-ed free time during the day.

    • Find emotional support. Takingcare of grandchildren is a full-time

     job. At times, grandparents may feelstressed or out of sorts. Having astrong support system available canhelp grandparents work through thepeaks and valleys of this new andunexpected stage in life. Church- orcommunity center-based counselingservices may be available. Grand-parents also can check with theirhealthcare providers to determine if

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    changing event. Although it can befulfilling, it also requires a lot ofenergy and commitment. But grand-parents needn’t go it alone, as thereare numerous resources availableto seniors who suddenly find them-selves caring for their grandchildren.

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    The day includes lunch,live music and bingo at theStoughton Wellness and AthleticCenter.

    File photos by Scott De Laruelle

    More than 40 vendors will be on hand again at the Senior Expo. Lunch will be provided again this year by Sugar & Spice Eatery.

    Unified Newspaper Group bookkeeper Carolyn Schultz welcomes a guest to the 2014 Senior Expo.The always-popular bingo will take place again at 1:30 p.m.

    Raffle and bingo prizes are donated by many area businesses.Relax with a massage or talk to one of the many vendors about services for senior citizens.

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