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Memories and Truth Are Part of Returning to Your ‘Geography of Home’Dear Readers,

I believe it matters to know where

on earth you are, to have a personal sense of geography,to identify yourselfin the bigger scheme of the world. I read that geography works like this: First you consider a spot on the globe—it is a “place.” Then you notice the people and it becomes a “thing,” maybe a city or a state. When you involve yourself with personalities there, that fi rst thing you called geog-raphy includes a state of mind. Your ‘geography of home’ is a state of mind where yourroots are. The geography you call home is a place that molds you in all ways including your intellect and heart. At this later stage of life, the geography of home can create nostalgia and deep longings to return in search of what we once had. Ten years ago a son drove me through Midwest farm country, which is my personal geography of home. I soaked in the landscape and memories of growing up on a family farm. I described to him how certain factors told me where a family farm house/barn/outbuildings/windmill had stood where now hundreds of acres

are farmed in one stretch. He said, “This is your landscape, isn’t it, Mom? Your homeland. It’s what made you what you are.” I believe it was a compli-ment and an expression of his understanding of the ‘geography of home’ concept.

I recently once again visited my ‘geography of home’ in the Midwest. My roots are deep in the rich, black dirt that grew corn and soybeans, oats and wheat, Holsteins and horses. I love the smell of the earth in newly plowed fi elds and the pungent aroma of alfalfa hay. As a teenager, I spent summer days driving trucks and tractors in our family’s fi elds as we put up hay for the dairy cows. (It didn’t hurt that Daddy hired teenage boys to help throw the bales on the wagons.) Home meant big barns, silos, lush gardens, farm animals—and hard work!—all are a part of my geography

of home. Grazing cows on rolling hills, fi elds broken from one another by tree-lined fences, woods, a country cemetery. And down the road and around a curve, a small town. I experienced once again a Midwest storm complete with thunder, lightning, hail and rain. When it let up, the frogs were croaking wildly in the creek and ditches. I should have gone frog gigging with my grandsons, but it was already past their bedtime and…well, you know how those things go. It was my childhood memory calling, not theirs. Returning is never the same. “You can’t go home again,” Thomas Wolfe wrote. Going home involves feelings of loss but also much truth and understanding. It means seeing things for what they really are with all their limitations. Yes, that’s what going home is really all about, isn’t it?

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to the campus of Florida College on July 18 – 26. The 9-day camp features a cast assembled from 12 states and one foreign country and will produce three performances of Rodgers & Hammer-stein’s Oklahoma! on July 25 and 26. Producer Royce Chandler directed Broadway shows at Florida College for 11 years, which drew a large fol-lowing from senior citizens through-out central Florida. He and his wife, Hope, also directed summer camps for the College for 20 years as part of the school’s student recruitment work. Now they have combined the summer camp experience with that of producing a major Broadway musical. Royce and Hope formed The Chan-dler Family Corporation for the Fine Arts, a non-profit, tax-exempt corpo-ration, to produce the project. Their mission: to provide a rich, educational drama experience to individuals and

families who want to participate in a Broadway musical on a creative, professional level in an environment of conservative spiritual values. Both individuals and families are invited to participate either on or off stage. Oklahoma! will delight you with fa-mous songs as “Oh, What A Beautiful Mornin’,” “People Will Say We’re In Love,” and the title song “Oklahoma!” The performances will take place in Florida College’s Hutchinson Auditorium at 119 N. Glen Arven Avenue, Temple Terrace, Fla. The public is invited to reserve seats now for 7 pm on Friday, July 25 and for Saturday, July 26 at 11 am and 7 pm. Seniors (60+) receive discounted tickets on reserved seats (regularly $15). Tickets may be purchased at 209-690-7469 or on their website at broadwaycomestocamp.com. Reserved seating will be assignedon a first-call basis.


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Events, days, dates, times, performers and prices are subject to change without notice.

6 “My Client Curley” and “The Casebook of Gregory Hood: The

Derringer Society.” Live radio theatre double feature by MAS Radio Theatre. Tickets: $10 – $16. 8 pm, Carrollwood Cultural Center, Tampa. 813-269-1310.

7 Urban Chicken Race. Dress like a chicken or in a zany team costume

for fun scavenger hunt. 10:30 am at Tampa Bay Brewing Co. Prizes, t-shirt, swag bag and after-race party. Price: $75 day of. Info/register: 813-247-1422.

7 Open House at Patel Conservatory, Straz Center, Tampa. Learn about

programs offered in dance, music and theater for all ages and experience levels. 9 am – 1 pm. 813-222-1002.

9 Chair Yoga For All with Guided Meditation. 6 pm at 78th St.

Community Library. 813-451-3672.

10 Greater Brandon Republican Club meeting. 6:30 pm social,

7 pm guest speaker. Valrico Farm Bureau Building. Also, July 1 ice cream social with U.S. Rep. Dennis Ross. Email: [email protected].

12 Jetsetters—Jewish seniors meet at Tampa JCC & Federation.

Kosher lunch served. 11 am to 2 pm, Dr. Joel Fyvolent presents “Your Fu-ture in Healthcare.” $5. 813-264-9000.

13 “Brews & Bites” Food trucks and live music. Sail Pavilion, Tampa

Riverwalk. 6 to 11 pm. 813-274-7778.

13 20, 27 Concerts for a Cause. Various artists from rock ‘n’ roll

to Top 40, 7 pm, Central Park, Lithia. Cost: One nonperishable item for Feed-ing America Tampa Bay. 877-615-1384.

14 “Poseidon and the Sea: Myth, Cult and Daily Life” exhibit

at Tampa Museum of Art. Through Nov. 30. $10/seniors. 813-274-8130.

14 and 15 Butterfly, Herb and Native Plant Fair. 10 am at

USF Botanical Gardens, Tampa.$5. 813-974-2329.

14 and 15 Beginning Woodwork-ing Class. From design ideas and

selecting lumber to tools, cutting, joints and finishing techniques. $450. 9 am to 4 pm at Franklin Street Fine Woodwork, Tampa. Register: 813-503-7061.

15 “Jesus Christ Superstar.” 7:30 pm, Tampa Bay Times Forum.

Tickets: $44.50 and up at 813-301-2500.

20 Summertime Beach Party with beach-style games and refresh-

ments. (Wear your beach attire to enter the Best Beach Look contest). 1:45 pm at Town N’ Country Senior Center, Tampa. 813-873-6336.

21 Women Make Music. Crescen-do: The Tampa Bay Women’s

Chorus presents an evening of music and stories by and about women. 7:30 pm at HCC Ybor Main Stage Theatre, Tampa. $25. 813-915-8301.

24 and 25 Adult Single Day Sum-mer Art Classes. Various medi-

ums with guidance from experienced artists. 24: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm; 25: 9 am – 12 pm. $40. Kokol Arts Studio & Gallery, Tampa. 813-334-5100.

25 Lunch and Learn – Medical Concerns for Seniors. 11 am to

1 pm. Memorial Hospital auditorium, Tampa. RSVP to 813-342-1313.

26 Aging Services Annual Seniors Prom –Shriner’s Hall at 4050

Dana Shores Dr. 10 am. 813-873-6336.

27 “We the People” a cappella salute by Soaring Sounds

Vocal Ensemble. St. Andrew’s Epis-copal Church, 509 E. Twiggs St., Tampa. 7:30 pm. $10. 813-812-2466.

28 Contra Dance. You don’t need a partner to have fun at this

traditional group dance. Pre-dance lessons at 7:30 pm. Rhapsody Ball-room, Tampa. $8. 727-823-2725. Send Around Town news to News Connection USA, Inc., P.O. Box 638, Seffner, FL 33583; fax 813-651-1989 or email [email protected]. News must be received by the 10th of the month prior to event (i.e. June 10 for July event.)

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Give Dads a Day of Fun!License-Free Freshwater FishingFather’s Day Weekend On June 14 and 15, the fishing license requirement is waived for all recreational anglers (residents and non-residents) by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. More info at www.myfwc.com.

Father’s Day Remembrance 2014 This free community ceremony honors fathers who have passed on as well as fathers who have lost a child. 4 pm at Highland Memorial Park, 1515 NE. Third St., Ocala. Kindly register in advance: 352-671-6466.

Father’s Day at the Florida Aquarium Dads get in free with another full-paid ticket. Tampa. 813-273-4000.

Father’s Day at the Lowry Park Zoo Free admission for dad with another paid ticket. Tampa. 813-935-8552.

Great Fathers Day Race A family-friendly 5K run/walk that focuses on health and wellness with

a little bit of competition. Includes chip timer, finisher medal, goodie bag, and t-shirt for registrants. Snacks and beverages provided. Admission: $40/adults, $20/kids 8 – 14. (Under 7 free). 7 am register, 8 am race. Sarasota: June 8, Siesta Key Beach. Tampa: June 15, Al Lopez Park. Register/info: greatfathersdayrace.com.Father’s Day Orienteering Workshop Bring your dad to the great outdoors and learn wilderness navigation tech-niques using a compass. Free with paid entry to Oscar Scherer State Park, Os-prey. Time/info/RSVP: 941-483-5956.Fathers Cruise Free, King Fisher Fleet Advance reservations recom-mended. Fishermen’s Village, Punta Gorda. More info: 941-639-0969.Father’s Day at Naples Zoo Dads can donate a bottle of used or un-used cologne or aftershave to the zoo on Father’s Day for free admission. Dona-tions provide new scents for the animals as enrichment. Info: 239-262-5409.


Finding a Treasure Is As Close As a Habitat for Humanity

BY JANICE DOYLE

“Treasure is what someone finds and loves.”—Renee Snyder

“Our store is kalaidescopic in nature,” said Dan Crowther,

manager of the Tampa Habitat for Humanity ReStore. “The merchandise changes and you never know what you’ll find.” Or how it will be used. “We had a number of 8-foot tall sliding glass doors—too tall for most homes—and someone bought them to make a greenhouse.” In April, said Jackie Buckley, Execu-tive Director of the Tampa store, a production company donated 2,000 sheets of 3/4 inch plywood. Bought new for $33/sheet, the wood is being sold at the ReStore for $14/sheet. Renee Snyder, Executive Director of Sarasota ReStores 1 and 2, describes adding a donation of 20,000 light bulbs to her store’s inventory. And yet just next door is their ReStore Boutique, where options can include items with name brands from Tiffany to Henredon to Coach. “All of it can make the right person happy,” she said. “And today it’s smart, savvy and fashionable to be a prudent shopper. Value and price are important.” Each ReStore and its merchandise reflect the community they are in. The Tampa store is located in a working class neighborhood where their number one seller is kitchen cabinets. Sarasota’s Store 1 is in a more upscale location and their top seller is sofas. “We’re very lucky here in Sarasota to have the quality and variety of dona-tions that we receive,” said Snyder. “We are also unique because we are

the only resale store in Sarasota that sells building materials, especially in the quantity we have.” Each store’s staff and volunteers work hard for that variety in dona-tions. Sometimes they deconstruct a house or building headed for demoli-tion, removing fixtures, appliances, doors, anything that can be resold. Snyder’s staff and volunteers provide a service accepting estate donations. They will go into a home or ALF setting, pack and move donated items. What was important to one person in their lifetime is put where another per-son can find them to enjoy—treasures!

The donors Being the donor makes people happy, too. Mark Caleb, a Fort Myers area homeowner, cleaned out his garage and moved two cartons of extra tiles and a kitchen sink from a kitchen makeover to the ReStore there. “Maybe they’ll have a second life in someone else’s kitchen,” he said. “At least they didn’t go into the landfill.” Long known for building houses, Habitat’s first ReStore opened in the mid-1980s as a way for Habitat to raise revenue and promote its message of sustainability. Now more than 750 stores nationwide

contribute sales of more than $400 mil-lion annually to the overall Habitat cause. Jamie Songy, Director of Resource Development at the Tampa store, says their sales provide more than 50 per-cent of the money needed for projects by Habitat in Hillsborough County. Volunteers Volunteers are the glue that holds Habitat together at every level. “Our volunteers are fantastic at finding their passion and making that relevant to our cause,” said Songy. “When two people sweat next to each other on a building site, they are equals. And in the same way, our stores are places where people

of all abilities can find a job and become a part of the family.”

Each of the more than 20 ReStores in west central Florida is operated independently although they all use the ReStore name and logo. All donations are tax deductible. A Habitat ReStore. Where else could you find a Magic Chef range, a $1,000 mirror for $400, 20 like-new sofas, 18 brand new bathtubs, cases of light bulbs, a chandelier, an Ethan Allen dining room set, avacado green tiles, a pro athlete’s custom kitchen cabinets (for $2,100), a 50’s pink toilet, packaged Q-tips, 23 bi-fold doors, three five-gallon cans of gray paint, a brass fireplace set, two pallets of shingles, a brand new sheet set, and bric-a-brac of every kind? And so, every ReStore becomes a treasure hunt, a donation location and a place to use your talents as a volunteer. Don’t miss the fun.

Most stores have trucks to pick up donations. ReStores need:

Kitchen cabinetsWorking Appliances

(7 years old or newer)Architectural Items • Furniture

Kitchen/Bath cabinetsFlooring • Doors • Tools

Electrical (residential only)Plumbing • HVAC/AC units

Lumber (full sheets/lengths only)Lighting • Windows

Roofing materials/guttersSheetrock/drywall (full sheets only)

Paint (full/unopened cans only)

Call your local Habitat ReStore to see how you can donate or get involved.

Habitat for Humanity

Humanity ReStore. “The merchandise

The donors Being the donor makes people happy, too. Mark Caleb, a Fort Myers area homeowner, cleaned out his garage and moved two cartons of extra tiles and a kitchen

the ReStore there. “Maybe they’ll A few pieces from a lifetime collection

Wine cooler

Custom kitchen cabinets

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Household treasures at Sarasota ReStore Loft


Habitat Volunteer Lives His PassionHabitat for Humanity and its

ReStores take people with all kinds of abilities and “special” abilities and makes them a part of the family while helping others. Rashid at the Tampa Habitat ReStore is known for making sure he greets everyone he sees. Wherever he’s needed, Rashid is a constant and consistent volunteer who loads and unloads, straightens up, packs and unpacks. He’s a volunteer leader who welcomes and trains new volunteers daily, according to his supervisor Jamie Songy. Songy said, “Rashid has brought us together and exemplifies every day that one person can make a difference and that all people have value and something to contribute to society. He is the magic that makes the ReStore a beautiful place to work, shop, donate and volunteer.” Phone 813-237-1978 for info.

Rashid, Tampa Habitat ReStore volunteer leader.

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Classes At The Life Enrichment CenterMondays and Weds.: Personal

Training. Low impact cardio, chair classes with resistance bands, stretching and flexibility exercises. Noon. $8/class; $45/month.Tuesdays: Creative Writing. Open to all levels, from aspiring writers to published authors. 10 am – 12 pm. $10.Tuesdays – Watercolor and Water Media. Open studio; all levels welcome.

Guidance by an accomplished watercolor artist. 1 pm to 3 pm. $8.Weds.: Acrylic and Oil Painting. Open studio for works in progess or new projects, under the guid-ance of accomplished artist Tim Gibbons. 9 am to 12 pm. $10. Classes held at the Life Enrichment Center, 9704 N. Blvd., Tampa. Call 813-932-0241 for more info.

Classes At The Life Enrichment CenterMondays and Weds.: Personal

Training. Low impact cardio, chair classes with resistance bands, stretching and flexibility exercises. Noon. $8/class; $45/month.Tuesdays: Creative Writing. Open to all levels, from aspiring writers to published authors. 10 am – 12 pm. $10.Tuesdays – Watercolor and Water Media. Open studio; all levels welcome.

Guidance by an accomplished watercolor artist. 1 pm to 3 pm. $8.Weds.: Acrylic and Oil Painting. Open studio for works in progess or new projects, under the guid-ance of accomplished artist Tim Gibbons. 9 am to 12 pm. $10. Classes held at the Life Enrichment Center, 9704 N. Blvd., Tampa. Call 813-932-0241 for more info.

Chorale Pays Tribute To Our HeroesIn honor of Independence Day, the

Plant City Community Chorale is dedicating its 2014 Patriotic Concert to our country’s greatest national treasures: the men and women who have served or are serving in the Armed Forces. The net proceeds from the concert at 7:30 pm, June 28 will be donated to an organization that supports our military and their families, the Fisher House Foundation. The concert is free to the public.

However, PCCC is accepting dona-tions at the door or online which then will be given to the local Fisher House Foundation in Tampa. Free tickets are required as First Presbyterian Church, 404 Reynolds Street, Plant City, has limited seating and PCCC is anticipating standing-room only. Tickets are available at pccommunitychorale.com or at The Greater Plant City Chamber of Com-merce office. Info at 813-781-9674.

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National Flag Week: June 8 to June 14On June 14, 1777,

the Second Constitutional Con-gress adopted a flag with thirteen stripes and thirteen stars to represent our Nation, one star for each of our founding colonies. The stars were set upon a blue field, in the words of the Congress’s reso-lution, “representing a new constellation” in the night sky. What was then a fledgling democracy has flour-ished and expanded, as we constantly strive toward a more perfect Union. Through the successes and struggles we have faced, the American flag has been ever present. It has flown on our ships and military bases around the world as we continue to defend liberty and democracy abroad. It has been raised in yards and on

porches across America on days of celebration, and as a sign of our shared heritage. And it is lowered on days of remembrance to honor fallen service members and public servants; or when tragedy strikes and we join together in mourning. Our flag is the mark of one country, one people, uniting under one banner.


Southeastern Guide Dogs And Paws For Patriots Return IndependenceBY TRACIE SCHMIDT

Only about four percent of the blind use dog guides,” says Toni King,

an Independent Living Specialist for the blind and vision-impaired at Light-house of the Big Bend. “For me, having a dog makes life so much easier. I can walk at my normal pace, I don’t have to fumble around for a door or the eleva-tor or look for an empty seat; these dogs completely return our independence.” Her guide dog, a labrador named Shepis, was provided by Southeastern Guide Dogs, an organization that breeds, raises and trains service dogs and pro-vides them free to qualified applicants. A lot of hard work goes into raising and training each dog—it takes almost two years and around $60,000 per dog. Funds are raised at annual events and walkathons, like the one held recently outside the Tampa Bay Times Forum, and volunteers give their time as well. Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers and “Goldador” mixes

are the three main breeds used in the program, says Rachel Goldammer, Genetics Reproduction Manager at Southeastern Guide Dogs. “We produce about 250 puppies throughout the year and we bring in about 25 to 30 dogs every six weeks for training.” Training starts at ten weeks old; puppy raisers will teach the dogs basic com-mands like sit, stay and heel, as well as house manners. “They’re also gradu-ally exposing the puppies to the world.” says Leslie Shepard, Director of Puppy Raising Services. “Things like walking on a quiet street in the country or a busy city street, riding buses, getting on an airplane, taking cruises. Some of our puppies have better vacations than I do,” she laughs. Guide dogs eventually learn around 40 commands, navigation techniques and even “intelligent disobedience”—when not to follow an owner’s command in situations that may be dangerous, such as traffic crossings. After being matched with a new guide dog, clients live and train

with the dogs for 26 days at their campus in Palmetto. Dog and owner become familiar with one another and learn how to give and follow commands. Not all dogs become guide dogs for the blind, however. Some go on to work with the police, or veterans, or as therapy dogs in schools, hospi-tals or nursing homes. St. Petersburg resident Mike Jernigan is one such veteran. After being blinded during service in Iraq, his life took a turn for the worse. But going back to college, becoming involved in Southeastern Guide Dogs and receiv-ing his Goldador Brittani helped him get back on his feet. He co-founded Paws For Patriots, a service that provides guide and therapy dogs

to fellow veterans to help them regain independence, mobility and confidence. “The most rewarding part of co-founding Paws for Patriots is being able to make a difference in so many other veterans lives. I would never have graduated college without Brittani; I don’t think I would have been as successful as I am today without her. She’s kept me on the straight and narrow, just having that responsibility, that companionship and

that emotional support from her.” There are plenty of ways to support Southeastern Guide Dogs through dona-tions, volunteering as a puppy raiser, dog walker, or by raising awareness. To learn more about the program or to ap-ply for a guide dog, visit guidedogs.org.

Veteran Mike Jernigan, co-founder of Paws For Patriots.


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• Observed episodes of breathing stoppagesduring sleep

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• Problems associated with sleep deprivation such as forgetfulnessand mood changes.

A common treatment for sleep apnea that helps most sufferers is Continuous Positive Airway Pressure(CPAP). You sleep with a special mask that adds pressure to the air you breathe. Mild cases of apnea can be treated with dental devices that move your jaw forward to make breathing easier. In very few cases, surgery is necessary to remove tonsils or extra tissue from the throat.There are some self-help techniques:• Sleep on your side instead of your

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• Eliminate alcoholic beverages and sleep medicines, which re-lax the muscles in your throat.

• Quit smoking. Nicotine is a stimulant and can interfere with sleep. Smoke is an irritant tonose, throat and lungs.

• Lose weight. A fat neck tends to narrow the airway in your throat.

(Note: In my research, I oftenseem to run into warnings against alcohol, tobacco and fat. Must besomething to it.) When you go to a doctor for a diagnosis, he or she may refer you to a sleep disorder center. You may be asked to undergo overnight moni-toring of your breathing and other body functions during sleep. You may also be referred to an ear, nose and throat doctor to rule out any blockage in your nose or throat. If you would like to ask a question, write to [email protected] Rights Reserved © 2014 by Fred Cicetti.

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Low-Fat Vanilla Ice Cream3/4 c sugar3 Tbsp cornstarch1/8 tsp salt4 c fat-free half-and-half3 egg yolks, beaten3 tsp vanilla extract

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Low-Fat Ice Cream2 envelopes plain gelatin1/2 c water3 qts milk3 c sugar2 (13 oz) cans evaporated milk2 – 3 Tbsp vanilla Soak gelatin in 1/2 c water. Scald 2 cups of the milk and dissolve the gelatin in hot milk. Add the sugar and

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What a doctor doesn’t know or doesn’t ask could end up hurting

a patient. A man suffers a heart attack and is brought into the emergency room. On aspirin therapy for a year, he had stopped it three weeks earlier on his physician’s advice after reporting more cardiac discomfort and using more ni-troglycerin just to get through the day. He needs bypass surgery, a fairly common and relatively quick procedure. Once surgery begins, though, so does uncontrolled bleeding. Thirteen hours later, the patient’s life has been saved, but he faces a complicated recovery. Blame a potentially deadly and all-too-common cocktail, says Christine L. Savage, Ph.D, of the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. Alcohol is an anticoagulant. The patient, a lifelong

drinker, was still drinking daily. The doctor didn’t know about it because he didn’t ask. In addition, the patient had heard only “aspirin,” not “children’s aspirin,” so he had been taking a higher-than-prescribed dosage of that blood thinner. (Nitroglycerin also opens blood vessels to improve flow.)

Simple Questions, Hard Answers In an editorial for the Journal of Addictions Nursing, Savage writes that, unlike members of previous generations, many of these individuals have been using alcohol

(and other drugs) for their entire adult lives. There are consequences. “Alcohol is a dirty drug, and it causes all kinds of long-term problems,” Savage says. Alcohol contributes to increased risk for more than 65 diseases and conditions, including pancreatic, breast and ear, nose, and throat cancers, liver disease, injuries and cognitive impairment. “It’s an equal opportunity problem that cuts across socioeconomic and gender lines,” adds Deborah Finnell at Johns Hopkins. “When people come in ...the best practice is to ask questions related to alcohol, tobacco and other drug use. There are reliable and valid measures—very simple measures—that can be used to screen for these issues.” Savage says medical staff often tend not to think of older patients as people whose alcohol use may be putting them at risk, and they may be uncomfortable asking a grandfatherly type about their alcohol use.”

It’s important to make the effort, specialists say. Older patients could be experiencing “bereavement, isolation, loneliness, an underlying depression or pain, so they’re self-medicating as a numbing agent, using alcohol.” The insurance system is part of the problem. “Insurers, what are they paying for? They’re paying for a six-minute visit. They’re paying for tests. These aren’t tests. They are ways of talking to people and coming up with strategies that don’t require a chest X-ray or an MRI.” Even a brief intervention con-versation of five- to 10-minutes can build rapport with the patient and pick up the subtle changes that may indicate problems.

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