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www.gwinnettseniorservices.com
Community Services75 Langley Drive
Lawrenceville, GA 30045-6900
The Senior Viewpoint is the monthly publication of Gwinnett County Senior Services. For newsletter questions and comments, call (770) 822-8837.
Social Services CoordinatorDiane Evans678.377.4157
Volunteer Services CoordinatorGary Galloway770.822.8837
Graphic DesignerShawn [email protected]
In-Home Services CoordinatorKathy Roberts, RN770.822.8886
Nutrition Services CoordinatorPat Milhous, [email protected]
Health Services CoordinatorArlene Williams, [email protected]
Senior Services StaffSenior Services Manager Linda [email protected]
Center Operations CoordinatorTim [email protected]
Meals On Wheels CoordinatorMarilynn [email protected]
senior services (678) 377-4150
First Call for Help, United Way Dial 2-1-1DFCS – 446 W. Crogan Street (678) 518-5500Adult Protective Services (404) 657-5250Medicare – Social Security 1-(800) 772-1213Health Departments:
Lawrenceville (770) 963-6136Buford (770) 614-2401Norcross (770) 638-5700
GeorgiaCares (Health Insurance info) (404) 463-3350
Voter Registration (678) 226-7210Senior Auto Emissions Waiver (770) 822-8818Senior Elder Abuse (404) 657-5250Senior Information & Referral (678) 377-4150Georgia Senior Legal Hotline (404) 657-9915Gwinnett County Library (770) 978-5154Gwinnett County Extension Service (678) 377-4010Gwinnett Council for Seniors (770) 822-5147Elder Care Locator 1-(800) 677-1116
For services you or someone else might need:Homemaking Services (678) 377-4150Meals on Wheels (678) 377-4150Senior Transportation (678) 377-4150
If you want to help with:Donations (770) 822-8775Volunteering (770) 822-8837
Area seniors and caregivers are always encouraged to contact Gwinnett County Senior Services, either by using the Internet or calling on the phone. The website address is www.GwinnettSeniorServices.com. To contact via e-mail write to [email protected]. The contact numbers are as follows:
Contact Information
Senior CenterLocations
Buford2755 Sawnee AvenueBuford, GA 30518
(770) 614-2527
LawrencevilleRhodes-Jordan Park225 Benson Street
Lawrenceville, GA 30045(770) 822-5180
Norcross5030 Georgia Belle Court
Norcross, GA 30093(770) 638-5683
2 • ImportantInformation
2 • ProgramIncome
3 • Health &Nutrition
4 • Profile
Contents"There's No Place Like Home" March 2009
There Is NO Excuse for Elder Abuse!
March HighlightsMarch 8 – Daylight Savings Begins March 17 – St Patricks DayMarch 20 – Spring Begins
Birthstone – AquamarineFlower – Violet
Some people might say that this situation is about circumstances in Wyoming instead of Gwinnett County, but don’t be fooled. Gwinnett County has the state’s second largest senior population and many of our elderly residents are physically frail and unable to stand up to bullying. Diminished sight and hearing often contribute to their increased vulnerability, but mental and physical ailments can create trying circumstances for those involved with their care. Elder abuse tends to take place where the seniors live, and many times the lead abusers are adult children, other family members, including grandchildren or great-grandchildren, or even spouses! Some of the forms of elder abuse include:
• Physicalabuse–useofforceorinappropriateuse of drugs
• Emotionalabuse–intimidation,humiliation,neglect, harassment
• Sexual abuse – ranging fromphysicalviolation to voyeurism
•Neglect – under caringor ignoring theobvious needs of the senior
• Financial deceit – theft, deception,conversion of funds, or forgery
It is important to listen to a senior. Changes in personality or behavior can indicate many things, but if there are undercurrents of neglect or abuse, many seniors will attempt to convey warning signs or problems. Physical bruising/markings or injury can be from falls or household accidents, but don’t overlook the possibility of violence at the hands of a caregiver or ‘friend.’ Unsafe living conditions, changes in personal hygiene, or unpaid bills can also be early warning signs.
If a senior or caregiver has issues that seem to be beyond control, call the Georgia Senior Elder Abuse line at (404) 657-5250. There is NO Excuse for Elder Abuse!
Adapted from http://www.helpguide.org/mental/elder_abuse_ physical_emotional_sexual_neglect.htm
About 10 miles north of Cheyenne, Wyoming on Interstate 25, a 48-foot billboard displays a less-than-subtle message.
"Hurting grandmother is elder abuse," it reads. The words are beside a photo of a wrinkled, gray-haired woman, her eye black and purple with bruising. In about 15 years of working as a companion to the elderly, Alice Carter, with the Wyoming Kinship Advocacy, said nearly all of her dozens of clients suffered some kind of abuse: verbal, emotional or physical. It's not always physical
abuse,althoughthathappensaswell.Inonecase,awoman'ssonwouldbringherflowerswhenhecametovisit.Hewouldthenaskherforachecktopayfortheflowers,tellingher they cost hundreds of dollars.
www.gwinnettseniorservices.com senior services (678) 377-4150
Healthy Living Means Guarding Your Heart
Program Income
Congregate $1610.51
Home Delivered Meals $ 113.00
In-Home Services $ 170.00
Transportation $2108.20
The mission of Gwinnett County Senior Services is to provide our citizens with a range of collaborative services structured to enhance the quality of their lives, maintain their independence, and prevent premature institutionalization.
Profile
Heart disease is our nation's No. 1 killer. Many people may be surprised to learn that heart disease is the most common cause of death for American women as well as men. According to the American Heart Association
(AHA), one in every three female deaths in the United States is due to cardiovascular diseases, including stroke.
There are important steps you can take to reduce your odds for heart disease and related vascular risks:
Important Info
Spring Is Sprouting – Time To Let Us Tend To House & Yard Needs
Spring is almost here! Which means not only warmer and longer days;
but also taller grass and a bumper crop of weeds. If you are a senior in need of yard work, minor home repairs, or light housecleaning this month, please let us know. This month we will be organizing large and small groups of volunteers from various churches, businesses, and civic organizations to help you with these dreaded tasks. We need to know what you might need towards the end of the month, so please contact your Case Manager or call Gary Galloway at (770) 822-8837 to get included.
Also, if you would like to serve as a volunteer and perform some of these tasks for a senior in need, please contact Mr. Galloway at the number l i s t e d a b ove o r go t o w w w. gwinnettseniorservices.com, click on ‘Volunteer Services’ in the left-hand index and download the appropriate application. March is National Nutrition Month
Make a plan:Adoptafewspecificsmallchanges.Smallchanges, such as adding one piece of fruit to your diet eachday,aren’tdifficultandcanmakeahugedifferenceto your health.
Focus on your food: Plan your meals so you aren’t forced to make unhealthy decisions based on convenience. The right sized servings will help to manage calorie intake.
Make calories count: Make meal choices that focus on nutrient rich foods. Almost all of your food should be packed with vitamins, minerals, f iber, and other nutrients.
Increase physical activity: Regular physical activity is
importantforoverallhealthandfitness.Aimforactivityevery day.
Play it safe: Even the right food can affect your health if it isn’t safe. Always use clean hands and food containers; keep raw and cooked food apart; cook food to the proper temperature; and refrigerate leftovers promptly to avoid illnesses.
Be aware of special needs: Nutritional needs change over the years, and may depend on your overall health. It’s important tolearnwhatyourspecificnutritionalneedsare.
Adapted from: “During National Nutrition Month® and Beyond, American Dietetic Association Says To Focus on Eating Right at Any Age”, Press
Release from American Dietetic Association
•Knowyourbloodpressurenumbersandtakemeasuresto control high blood pressure, a leading cause of stroke and heart disease.
•Control high cholesterol.Get regular blood tests tocheck your cholesterol levels and talk to your doctor about treatments if you have high cholesterol.
• Eatahealthydietlowinsaturatedandtrans fats and with plenty of whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
• Ifyou'reasmoker,quit.Smokingisaleading factor in contributing to heart d isease and many other health problems.
•Get plenty of exercise, especially aerobic exercise, which hasmanycardiovascularbenefits.Consultadoctorbeforebeginning an exercise program.
•Reduceyourstress.Studieshaveshownthatthereisacorrelation between coronary heart disease risk and stress in a person's life.
•Certainemotionalfactors,suchasbeingdepressedorfeeling angry, may negatively affect the heart. Positive emotions and laughing are good for your heart. • Anoftenoverlookedareaistherelationshipbetween the health of your teeth and gums and your heart. Studies show there may be a link between periodontal disease and heart disease risk. Take good care of your teethandgumswithbrushing,flossing,and regular dental appointments.
Adapted from: http://www.ghi.com/ecom/m_hea_ecom_2008-02-12.html
MarchisNationalNutritionMonthandagreattimetotakethefirststepstowardeatingright.Healthyeatingisaprocessthat requires small, gradual steps. Follow these tips to make healthy changes in your lifestyle, whatever your age!
The Buford Senior Center
Extreme Makeover, Senior Style
The Buford Senior Center is getting a makeover and the seniors are really excited. Center Operations
Coordinator Tim Morris reports, “Our seniors have gotten real involved in this project. They are giving me all kinds of advice, whether I need it or not.” The staff, after gathering feedback from a group of interested seniors, are overseeing a project that will renovate the Buford Senior Center into a cozier, more inviting daily destination for seniors. Morris adds,
“We are going to create a cozy dining area with round tables, new chairs, lots of movie pictures and memorabilia, plus freshly-painted walls – a whole new look where seniors will like to hang out and have fun.”
The makeover will also include refurbished pool tables, new card tables, and plenty of other amenities. Our intent is to make the Buford Senior Center a greatplacetobeandbeseen.Onefinalthought:thestaffisonthelookoutfor a donation of a black piano in good condition. If anyone knows where one is available, please contact the staff at (770) 614-2527.
If the stress of being a caregiver is wearing you down and you need caregiver support, you are not alone. Being a caregiver for someone you
love is one of the toughest jobs imaginable. It’s frustrating and terrifying, exhausting and overwhelming, but it can be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do – a supreme act of love. But don't forget caregiver support: in order to provide the best care for your loved one, you have to take care of yourself.
• Eatabalanceddiet.Chancesarethepersonyou’recaringforhasbeenordered to eat well, and you’re probably preparing and/or sharing many of those meals.
•Getplentyof rest.Try toget the requisite eight hours everynight. Ifyou're short on sleep because your caregiver duties require you to be up and down during the night, take naps the following day when your loved one is sleeping.
• Exerciseregularly.Aimfor30-60minutesofexercisefourtosixtimesa week. Regular exercise will give you more energy, reduce your stress, and elevate your mood.
•Relax.Dorelaxationexercises(suchasdeepbreathingormeditating)toreduce caregiver stress. You can also do deep breathing now and then throughout the day to help keep your stress under control.
Adapted from http://seniorliving.about.com/od/healthnutrition/a/caregivertips_2.htm
Caregiver's Corner
Maintain a healthy heart with diet, exercise, and a positive outlook on life.
www.gwinnettseniorservices.com senior services (678) 377-4150
Healthy Living Means Guarding Your Heart
Program Income
Congregate $1610.51
Home Delivered Meals $ 113.00
In-Home Services $ 170.00
Transportation $2108.20
The mission of Gwinnett County Senior Services is to provide our citizens with a range of collaborative services structured to enhance the quality of their lives, maintain their independence, and prevent premature institutionalization.
Profile
Heart disease is our nation's No. 1 killer. Many people may be surprised to learn that heart disease is the most common cause of death for American women as well as men. According to the American Heart Association
(AHA), one in every three female deaths in the United States is due to cardiovascular diseases, including stroke.
There are important steps you can take to reduce your odds for heart disease and related vascular risks:
Important Info
Spring Is Sprouting – Time To Let Us Tend To House & Yard Needs
Spring is almost here! Which means not only warmer and longer days;
but also taller grass and a bumper crop of weeds. If you are a senior in need of yard work, minor home repairs, or light housecleaning this month, please let us know. This month we will be organizing large and small groups of volunteers from various churches, businesses, and civic organizations to help you with these dreaded tasks. We need to know what you might need towards the end of the month, so please contact your Case Manager or call Gary Galloway at (770) 822-8837 to get included.
Also, if you would like to serve as a volunteer and perform some of these tasks for a senior in need, please contact Mr. Galloway at the number l i s t e d a b ove o r go t o w w w. gwinnettseniorservices.com, click on ‘Volunteer Services’ in the left-hand index and download the appropriate application. March is National Nutrition Month
Make a plan:Adoptafewspecificsmallchanges.Smallchanges, such as adding one piece of fruit to your diet eachday,aren’tdifficultandcanmakeahugedifferenceto your health.
Focus on your food: Plan your meals so you aren’t forced to make unhealthy decisions based on convenience. The right sized servings will help to manage calorie intake.
Make calories count: Make meal choices that focus on nutrient rich foods. Almost all of your food should be packed with vitamins, minerals, f iber, and other nutrients.
Increase physical activity: Regular physical activity is
importantforoverallhealthandfitness.Aimforactivityevery day.
Play it safe: Even the right food can affect your health if it isn’t safe. Always use clean hands and food containers; keep raw and cooked food apart; cook food to the proper temperature; and refrigerate leftovers promptly to avoid illnesses.
Be aware of special needs: Nutritional needs change over the years, and may depend on your overall health. It’s important tolearnwhatyourspecificnutritionalneedsare.
Adapted from: “During National Nutrition Month® and Beyond, American Dietetic Association Says To Focus on Eating Right at Any Age”, Press
Release from American Dietetic Association
•Knowyourbloodpressurenumbersandtakemeasuresto control high blood pressure, a leading cause of stroke and heart disease.
•Control high cholesterol.Get regular blood tests tocheck your cholesterol levels and talk to your doctor about treatments if you have high cholesterol.
• Eatahealthydietlowinsaturatedandtrans fats and with plenty of whole grains, fruits and vegetables.
• Ifyou'reasmoker,quit.Smokingisaleading factor in contributing to heart d isease and many other health problems.
•Get plenty of exercise, especially aerobic exercise, which hasmanycardiovascularbenefits.Consultadoctorbeforebeginning an exercise program.
•Reduceyourstress.Studieshaveshownthatthereisacorrelation between coronary heart disease risk and stress in a person's life.
•Certainemotionalfactors,suchasbeingdepressedorfeeling angry, may negatively affect the heart. Positive emotions and laughing are good for your heart. • Anoftenoverlookedareaistherelationshipbetween the health of your teeth and gums and your heart. Studies show there may be a link between periodontal disease and heart disease risk. Take good care of your teethandgumswithbrushing,flossing,and regular dental appointments.
Adapted from: http://www.ghi.com/ecom/m_hea_ecom_2008-02-12.html
MarchisNationalNutritionMonthandagreattimetotakethefirststepstowardeatingright.Healthyeatingisaprocessthat requires small, gradual steps. Follow these tips to make healthy changes in your lifestyle, whatever your age!
The Buford Senior Center
Extreme Makeover, Senior Style
The Buford Senior Center is getting a makeover and the seniors are really excited. Center Operations
Coordinator Tim Morris reports, “Our seniors have gotten real involved in this project. They are giving me all kinds of advice, whether I need it or not.” The staff, after gathering feedback from a group of interested seniors, are overseeing a project that will renovate the Buford Senior Center into a cozier, more inviting daily destination for seniors. Morris adds,
“We are going to create a cozy dining area with round tables, new chairs, lots of movie pictures and memorabilia, plus freshly-painted walls – a whole new look where seniors will like to hang out and have fun.”
The makeover will also include refurbished pool tables, new card tables, and plenty of other amenities. Our intent is to make the Buford Senior Center a greatplacetobeandbeseen.Onefinalthought:thestaffisonthelookoutfor a donation of a black piano in good condition. If anyone knows where one is available, please contact the staff at (770) 614-2527.
If the stress of being a caregiver is wearing you down and you need caregiver support, you are not alone. Being a caregiver for someone you
love is one of the toughest jobs imaginable. It’s frustrating and terrifying, exhausting and overwhelming, but it can be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do – a supreme act of love. But don't forget caregiver support: in order to provide the best care for your loved one, you have to take care of yourself.
• Eatabalanceddiet.Chancesarethepersonyou’recaringforhasbeenordered to eat well, and you’re probably preparing and/or sharing many of those meals.
•Getplentyof rest.Try toget the requisite eight hours everynight. Ifyou're short on sleep because your caregiver duties require you to be up and down during the night, take naps the following day when your loved one is sleeping.
• Exerciseregularly.Aimfor30-60minutesofexercisefourtosixtimesa week. Regular exercise will give you more energy, reduce your stress, and elevate your mood.
•Relax.Dorelaxationexercises(suchasdeepbreathingormeditating)toreduce caregiver stress. You can also do deep breathing now and then throughout the day to help keep your stress under control.
Adapted from http://seniorliving.about.com/od/healthnutrition/a/caregivertips_2.htm
Caregiver's Corner
Maintain a healthy heart with diet, exercise, and a positive outlook on life.
www.gwinnettseniorservices.com
Community Services75 Langley Drive
Lawrenceville, GA 30045-6900
The Senior Viewpoint is the monthly publication of Gwinnett County Senior Services. For newsletter questions and comments, call (770) 822-8837.
Social Services CoordinatorDiane Evans678.377.4157
Volunteer Services CoordinatorGary Galloway770.822.8837
Graphic DesignerShawn [email protected]
In-Home Services CoordinatorKathy Roberts, RN770.822.8886
Nutrition Services CoordinatorPat Milhous, [email protected]
Health Services CoordinatorArlene Williams, [email protected]
Senior Services StaffSenior Services Manager Linda [email protected]
Center Operations CoordinatorTim [email protected]
Meals On Wheels CoordinatorMarilynn [email protected]
senior services (678) 377-4150
First Call for Help, United Way Dial 2-1-1DFCS – 446 W. Crogan Street (678) 518-5500Adult Protective Services (404) 657-5250Medicare – Social Security 1-(800) 772-1213Health Departments:
Lawrenceville (770) 963-6136Buford (770) 614-2401Norcross (770) 638-5700
GeorgiaCares (Health Insurance info) (404) 463-3350
Voter Registration (678) 226-7210Senior Auto Emissions Waiver (770) 822-8818Senior Elder Abuse (404) 657-5250Senior Information & Referral (678) 377-4150Georgia Senior Legal Hotline (404) 657-9915Gwinnett County Library (770) 978-5154Gwinnett County Extension Service (678) 377-4010Gwinnett Council for Seniors (770) 822-5147Elder Care Locator 1-(800) 677-1116
For services you or someone else might need:Homemaking Services (678) 377-4150Meals on Wheels (678) 377-4150Senior Transportation (678) 377-4150
If you want to help with:Donations (770) 822-8775Volunteering (770) 822-8837
Area seniors and caregivers are always encouraged to contact Gwinnett County Senior Services, either by using the Internet or calling on the phone. The website address is www.GwinnettSeniorServices.com. To contact via e-mail write to [email protected]. The contact numbers are as follows:
Contact Information
Senior CenterLocations
Buford2755 Sawnee AvenueBuford, GA 30518
(770) 614-2527
LawrencevilleRhodes-Jordan Park225 Benson Street
Lawrenceville, GA 30045(770) 822-5180
Norcross5030 Georgia Belle Court
Norcross, GA 30093(770) 638-5683
2 • ImportantInformation
2 • ProgramIncome
3 • Health &Nutrition
4 • Profile
Contents"There's No Place Like Home" March 2009
There Is NO Excuse for Elder Abuse!
March HighlightsMarch 8 – Daylight Savings Begins March 17 – St Patricks DayMarch 20 – Spring Begins
Birthstone – AquamarineFlower – Violet
Some people might say that this situation is about circumstances in Wyoming instead of Gwinnett County, but don’t be fooled. Gwinnett County has the state’s second largest senior population and many of our elderly residents are physically frail and unable to stand up to bullying. Diminished sight and hearing often contribute to their increased vulnerability, but mental and physical ailments can create trying circumstances for those involved with their care. Elder abuse tends to take place where the seniors live, and many times the lead abusers are adult children, other family members, including grandchildren or great-grandchildren, or even spouses! Some of the forms of elder abuse include:
• Physicalabuse–useofforceorinappropriateuse of drugs
• Emotionalabuse–intimidation,humiliation,neglect, harassment
• Sexual abuse – ranging fromphysicalviolation to voyeurism
•Neglect – under caringor ignoring theobvious needs of the senior
• Financial deceit – theft, deception,conversion of funds, or forgery
It is important to listen to a senior. Changes in personality or behavior can indicate many things, but if there are undercurrents of neglect or abuse, many seniors will attempt to convey warning signs or problems. Physical bruising/markings or injury can be from falls or household accidents, but don’t overlook the possibility of violence at the hands of a caregiver or ‘friend.’ Unsafe living conditions, changes in personal hygiene, or unpaid bills can also be early warning signs.
If a senior or caregiver has issues that seem to be beyond control, call the Georgia Senior Elder Abuse line at (404) 657-5250. There is NO Excuse for Elder Abuse!
Adapted from http://www.helpguide.org/mental/elder_abuse_ physical_emotional_sexual_neglect.htm
About 10 miles north of Cheyenne, Wyoming on Interstate 25, a 48-foot billboard displays a less-than-subtle message.
"Hurting grandmother is elder abuse," it reads. The words are beside a photo of a wrinkled, gray-haired woman, her eye black and purple with bruising. In about 15 years of working as a companion to the elderly, Alice Carter, with the Wyoming Kinship Advocacy, said nearly all of her dozens of clients suffered some kind of abuse: verbal, emotional or physical. It's not always physical
abuse,althoughthathappensaswell.Inonecase,awoman'ssonwouldbringherflowerswhenhecametovisit.Hewouldthenaskherforachecktopayfortheflowers,tellingher they cost hundreds of dollars.