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Promoting vibrant, healthy aging October­November­December 2015

From the DirectorWelcome to autumn. Autumn, the last quarter of the year from late September,until the winter equinox, is a favorite season for manypeople. Football games, fire pits, warm blankets, colorfulleaves and mums, pumpkins, and fresh apple cider, allgive this time of year a comfortable, cozy transition towinter. If you look up "autumn" in virtually any dictionary you willfind another definition: "a period of maturity verging ondecline." This definition bothers us at the Council onAging. Yes. Seriously. Aside from all of the beauty surrounding us, and thecornucopia of activities in autumn­­quite literally­­ webelieve that the "autumn of one's life" is NOT

We welcomeyour support.

Invest Now

In This IssueFrom the Director

Caregiver Toolbox

Medicare Part D

Girl Scouts' Event

Save the Dates

We've been Bashed!

Respite Care Expands

Visionaries

Memory Cafe

Monday Lunch Bunch

Burnt Toast

Brookfield Zoo

Cuisine Club

Get on the SHIP

Support Groups

Supporters

PACE Yourself

Quick LinksBACOA Home

"A Day Out" Day Respite

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PowerfulTools forCaregivers

necessarily a period of decline. As a matter of fact, webelieve strongly that it is a period of transition andreassessment, preparing mature adults for exploringtheir life's direction. This could include retirement, newcareers, vocations, or even vacations.The Council onAging asserts that aging is not a disease, but a naturalprocess of growth and maturation that brings challenges,rewards, and opportunities for the nurture anddevelopment of the human spirit; think of a more colorfultime of life. Everything we do at the Council on Aging is focused onproviding activities, education, and support to adults andcaregivers, no matter the season of one's life. We arehere to partner with everyone on this journey­­a wonderfulprocess that we refer to as #agingbetter. We welcomeyour participation and involvement in events, activities, ourevents, and fundraisers, or as a program volunteer.Please join us.

Joyce Palmquist Executive Director

The Council on Aging offers six­weeksessions of "Powerful Tools" classeson a regular basis throughout theyear. The course is designed for those whocare for a parent, spouse, or friendwho lives at home, in a nursing home,or even across the country. The cost is$35 per person for materials. Thelearning is unlimited, unlike theclassroom space, so call today to find

out more information about when the next session startsand get on the list.

Free Medicare Part D Consultations It's back. The annual open enrollment period for Medicarebegins October 15, 2015, and runs December 7,2015. Medicare enrolleescan switch their currentMedicare Part D plan, orenroll for the first time. If you are currently in aMedicare Part D plan, theinsurer is required to sendan Annual Notice of Change to all of its members. This

Program

Local events and outings

Helpful links for seniors andfamilies

Resources for caregivers

Financial, insurance andbenefits information

BACOA calendar

Senior Health InsuranceProgram Counseling(SHIP) AvailableThe Council on Agingprovides this invaluablecounseling service at nocharge. Medicarebeneficiaries and theircaregivers can get free,impartial advice andassistance on theirMedicare benefit issues.SHIP­ ertified counselorsare trained and supportedby the IL Department onAging. The mission is toprovide accurate, one­on­one, confidential, objectivecounseling, education, andassistance on all aspectsof Medicare, includingParts A, B, C, & Dcoverages, Medicaid,private health insurance,and long­term careinsurance.Make an appointment bycalling the Council onAging at (847) 381­5030.

Support andEducation Groups

Caregiver SupportGroupFirst Tuesday of each month6:30­8:30 p.m.These sessions meet at the

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Juliette "Daisy"Gordon Low

package has information about the upcoming 2016changes. Among the information that enrollees shouldlook for:

How much will my premium be in 2016?How much will my deductible be in 2016?Are my drugs still covered by the plan or has itchanged tiers? The plan may have added certainrestrictions that it may not have had in 2015;Has my overall cost changed?

If you are satisfied with the changes to your current planand believe the plan fits your needs, you do not have todo anything; the plan will automatically renew January 1,2016.

The Council on Aging encourageseveryone to review their plans every fallbecause formularies (the list ofprescriptions covered) and plan costschange every year.

If you want to enroll, review, or change your plan, orthe plan for your parent or loved one, call the Council on Aging at (847) 381­5030 to schedule a consultationappointment immediately­­appointments fill quickly.

History Comes Alive atBarrington's White House

The Barrington Area Council on Agingand Girl Scouts of Northern Illinoisinvite you to "meet" the founder of GirlScouting, Juliette Gordon Low (Daisy)and celebrate her birthday. AnAfternoon with Daisy will be heldSunday, November 1, from 1:30 to4 p.m. at Barrington's Arts & CulturalCenter in the historic White House,145 W. Main Street, Barrington. Betsey Means, from Women Lore willspeak in character at the event,representing Juliette Gordon Low in a vintage uniform ofthe period. Low, who founded the Girl Scout Movement in1912, was a woman ahead of her time and an ardentbeliever in the potential of all girls and the importance of

Council on Aging. Call Bonnieto register at (847) 881­0472.Details at BACOA.org.

Alzheimer's Support GroupSecond Wednesday of eachmonth10:30 a.m.­ noonThis group meets at LutheranChurch of the Atonement. CallPam to register at (847) 881­0474. Details at BACOA.org.

Parkinson's DiseaseEducation GroupSecond Tuesday of eachmonth1:00­2:30 p.m.Call Bonnie for more infoand to register at (847) 881­0472. Details at BACOA.org

Low Vision Support andEducation GroupSecond Thursday of month1:00 ­ 2:30 p.m.The Low Vision Support andEducation Group provideseducation and support topersons whose eyesight hasgrown weaker or hasdisappeared altogether. Thisgroup meets at LakeBarrington Woods. For moreinformation, call Diane VosHansen at BACOA at (847)881­0475. Details atBACOA.org. For information on thesegroups, please call theCouncil on Aging at (847) 381­5030.

You have questions.

Get answers on healthyaging, caregiving tips,housing options and moreat our Online ResourceCenter (bacoa.org)

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fostering their individual growth, character, and self­sufficiency. Juliette, nicknamed "Daisy," is credited withestablishing and nurturing a global movement that haschanged the world. Now you know why they're called"Daisy Scouts." Guests are invited to enjoy Girl Scout historical displays, a"Make New Friends" S.W.A.P. station (SpecialWhatchamacallits Affectionately Pinned), Daisyautographs and photo station, as well as Girl Scout treatsand punch. There will be drawings for Girl Scoutcollectible prizes and a traditional Girl Scout FlagCeremony and closing Friendship Circle.

There is no costfor this event, butwe ask that youplease register byOctober 23, 2015.

For Girl Scout registration for girl members and theirfamilies, please go to Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois andclick on "Click Here to Register." Girl members attendingwill receive a free Juliette Gordon Low Happy Birthday funpatch. Attendance at this event also fulfills onerequirement for the Barrington Sesquicentennial GirlScout patch. A parent or troop leader must accompany allgirls attending; or perhaps a grandparent is available. General Public Registration, please contact theCouncil on Aging at 847­381­5030 orlavellon@bacoa.org to be our guest. A special thank you to our event sponsor, Lois Wollney ofMorgan Stanley.

Have you caught your reservation yet?

The Council onAging's AnnualAwarenessLuncheon,Fabulous You!presents "Fish &Fetish"

Betsey Means, a professional historical actress willportray Mary Kingsley, a Victorian­era explorer whostepped outside her comfort zone, traveled

Or call us any time at (847)381­5030 with yourquestions.

Highly RecommendedResources for#agingbetterWatch this space for someof the best articles, videos,books, and other itemswe've discovered that cancontribute to #agingbetter.Please send any greatresources you discoverto cmitchell@bacoa.org_____________________

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Questions about yourtechnology? Need someassistance with yourcomputer? Email? Want toget on Facebook? Checkout FuntasTech, a productof Barrington High School'sBusiness IncubatorProgram. (847) 778­1913______________________

Our Mission,Vision, and ValuesFounded thirty years ago,the Barrington AreaCouncil on Aging exists toprovide activities,

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to Africa, studied native culture, and authored thebestselling book, Travels to West Africa. Comefind out what the strange title means as Betseytakes you to Africa during a delicious lunch, whichis not actually fish.

Thursday, November 5 11:00 a.m. ­ 2:00 p.m.Makray Memorial Golf Club, $40 plus cash bar.Great raffles will benefit #agingbetter programs.

Register at bacoa.org or call 847­381­5030 oryou can click and get tickets here!

Thank you for your supportat the 2015 Tropical BASH

Almost 200 loyal Council on Agingsupporters spent an eveningtogether at Makray Memorial GolfClub with a tropically fundraiserevent. Great food, live music, fun

dancing, auctions for fabulous gifts and experiences,all came together because of our amazing volunteercommittee members.Pulling off a successful party for thismany people takes well­honedplanning skills and incrediblecoordination.

Thank you to Annette Baird, RenaBallard, Amy Graves, Julie Kerr,Susan Krcik, Chris Mitchell, JudiMusschoot, Mary Pahlke, JodyPaine, Meg Peirce, Mary Ann Roeser,and Gail Sidman.

We also want to thank the donorswho provided the auction items andfinancial support for the event. TheBASH is one of our key annualevents that keep the Council onAging going to promote and providethe activities, education, andsupport for #agingbetter.

education, and support toadults and caregivers,enabling vibrant, healthyaging.

We believe that aging itselfis not a disease, but anatural process of growthand maturation that bringschallenges, rewards, andopportunities for thenurture and developmentof the human spirit.

The Barrington AreaCouncil on Aging strivesto become the vital linkthat old adults, families,and caregivers seek out forsupport and resources as apartner on this journey.

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"A Day Out" Respite Program adds third day

The Council on Aging's successful adult day respiteprogram continues to meet a growing need for

Important Phone Numbers

Advocate Good ShepherdHospital(847) 381­9600

Advocate GSH, SeniorAdvocate (847) 382­7277

BACOA (847) 381­5030

Barrington Area Library(847) 382­1300

Barrington Park District(847) 381­0687

Elder Abuse Hotline(866) 800­1409 (24 hrs)

Meals­With­Wheels(847) 381­5030

Medicare Fraud & Abuse(800) 638­6833

Senior Health InsuranceProgram (847) 381­5030

TRANSPORTATION

Advocate Good ShepherdBus (844) 574­5700

Escorted Transptn. Svcs.(847) 222­9227

FISH (847) 381­7474

PACE Dial­A­Ride(Barrington)(800) 273­5939

PACE Information(847) 364­7223

TOWNSHIP OFFICES

Barrington (847) 381­5632

Cuba (847) 381­1924

Ela (847) 438­7823

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caregivers and persons struggling with memory impairment andfrailty. Within a fewmonths of opening in2014, the programadded a second dayon Mondays, inaddition toThursdays, each

week. Increasing demand for the program has nowbrought a third day of programming on the first andthird Fridays of each month. The daily fee is $35.

If someone you love and care for is struggling withAlzheimer's Disease, other memory impairment, oroverall frailty, please contact Bonnie Scherkenbachat the Council on Aging (847­881­0472) forinformation and an assessment.

This program is a cooperative endeavor withLutheran Church of the Atonement and is supportedby generous donors and foundations who believe inproviding services for #agingbetter.

Meet the "Visionaries"This group meets to share their commonexperiences and challenges of living with limited orno sight, in an open discussion format.

Join them on the second Thursday ofeach month from 1:00 ­ 2:30 p.m. atLake Barrington Woods' CommunityRoom.

The November 12th meeting willfeature Dr. Alexandra Troy, anoptometrist who specializes in low­vision issues. The time for thismeeting will be noon ­ 1:30 p.m.

The group offers speakers and takes trips to betterunderstand how to manage vision problems in asighted world that seems to often ignore theseconcerns. For more information, please contactDiane Vos Hansen at (847) 881­0475. You can callto arrange transportation with PACE Dial­A­Ride at

BACOA is a proud Barrington Area UnitedWay‐funded agency.

Thank you to our othermajor grantors whopromote #agingbetter

Advocate Good ShepherdHospital

Barrington AreaCommunity Foundation

Barrington JuniorWomen's Club

Barrington Township Grace Bersted Foundation

Cuba Township

Duchossois FamilyFoundation George M. EisenbergFoundation for Charities Russell & Josephine KottMemorial Charitable TrustLutheran Church of theAtonement

Paine Family Foundation Richard A. PerrittCharitable Foundation

Rice Family Foundation Russell W. & Priscilla H.Rose Fund Dr. Scholl Foundation St. Michael's EpiscopalChurch

Stephenson Family

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(800) 273­5939

October 21, 2015, 1­3:00 p.m. Barrington's White House

The Council on Aging is delighted to introduce a newprogram, the Memory Café. It provides socialization forpeople with mild or early­stage memory loss and their carecompanions. Social Service Coordinators will host this programat The White House, and will provide leadership and direction.This is a free program, thanks to generous donors, but you doneed reservations. Call Bonnie or Sue at 847­381­5030 to makeyour reservations and get more information. The Memory Caféis another #agingbetter program from the Council on Aging.

The challenges of living with memory losscan sever social connections at a time whenthey are needed most. Memory Café is aplace where people can relax and enjoythemselves and know that no one judgesthem. Both participants and carecompanions get the opportunity tosocialize and participate in fun activitiestogether while making new friendships and offeringsupport to one another. Café members will determine if theywant speakers or an educational component. Special activitiescould include outings to the theater, museums, and/orrestaurants.This program is organized and supervised bytrained and caring Council on Aging staff and volunteers.

Potential participants and their caregivers will be asked topre­register to determine their appropriateness for theprogram. Participants will be evaluated on an ongoing basis. Ifit is determined that the participant is no longer a good fit forthe program, the facilitator will help the caregiver and familywith the transition to a program that will better meet theirneeds.

Primary Goals for Memory Café include:

Foundation

Village of Barrington

Wheat Ridge Foundation

This is a partial listing of ourmajor grantors.

Take a look at our 2015Annual Report for a fulllisting of Contributors. Youcan find this report atbacoa.org or call us for acopy.

Thank you for supporting#agingbetter in Barrington

Step up & Meet theTeam at the

Council on Aging STAFF MEMBERS Joyce Palmquist

Executive DirectorLinda Avellon

Program CoordinatorRita Galowich

Major Gift OfficerSue McNamara

Social ServicesChris Mitchell

Communications &Development

Pam PellizzariSocial Services

Bonnie ScherkenbachSocial Services

Diane Vos HansenSocial Services

Jeni YoungerAdministration &Volunteer Mgmt

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Meg Peirce, PresidentRichard Resseguie, Vice PresidentJody Paine, SecretaryBob Koch, TreasurerJulie Parsons, Past PresidentDr. James Baird

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To provide persons with mild cognitive impairments andtheir care companions the opportunity to join a programthat enables them to socialize with other people in a funenvironment;

To involve agencies, churches and other communityorganizations to help serve people with mild cognitiveimpairment and their care companions;

To offer care companions access to resources such assupport groups and information and referral services.

The Council on Aging's Memory Cafe will meet on the thirdWednesday of each month from 1:00­3:00 p.m. at theBarrington White House. There is no charge for this program,but please register at 847­381­5030.

Did somebody say "Lunch!" Join the Lunch Bunch on Mondays at the BarringtonPark District, 10:30 a.m. for games, entertainment,activities, and a freshly prepared and delightfully servedhot meal, all for $6. This congregate meal program is oneof our most popular, well­attended activities. ContactLinda Avellon for more info.

This is an excellent opportunity for yourbusiness, organization, or civic group toget involved. Sponsorships allow you tocontribute to BACOA's mission andincrease your organization's visibility.

Sponsorships are available for Monday lunch at the Park,Meals with Wheels, bus transportation, support groups,newsletters, meetings, and many other opportunities.Contact Joyce Palmquist for details.

Now that lunch is out of theway, what about cake? Birthdaycake!. We want to thank HomeHelpers & Direct Link, and alsoFirstLight Home Care forproviding monthly birthday cakesfor the Respite Care program.

How are you planning for #agingbetter?

Tom BroadfootBecky BudingerAmy GravesSusan GrossingerJulie KerrMike KonieSue KrcikJoseph M. LucasRosemarie MitchellRoss MorizzoMary Ann RoeserDr. James Wilson ADVISORY BOARD Amy BashDee BeaubienCarol BeeseElizabeth Bodie­GrossSylvia BoederKim DuchossoisRonald HamelbergHarry LoguePeer LykkeBob MiseykaDr. Kathleen MornoFreddie Smith PedersonConnie SchofieldCathy SchulzeDave SheppardDiane StephensBarbara TomaselloCyndi Zurawski

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I'm Toast!Survival tipsfor the Burnt‐out CaregiverDo you haveresponsibility for caringfor a loved one? Do yousometimes feel as if youare at the end of yourrope? Then, you needto attend this programpresented by the Council on Aging and The Garlands ofBarrington on November 12, 2015, from 5:30­7:00 p.m.at the Performing Arts Center, 1000 Garlands Lane,Barrington.

Denise M. Brown, Founder of Caregiving.com., willpresent a practical workshop about how it feels to beburned­out: physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Familycaregivers may reach their limits, and still be in a positionof providing care. She will lead a discussion of therealistic, proactive steps a family caregiver can take nowto help battle those inevitable days of caregiver burn­out.

The evening will also include a light supper so that as acaregiver you will actually get a real break.

This educational program is free ofcharge, because of generous donors tothe Council on Aging; however,reservations are requested by Friday,November 6th, because seatingis limited. To register or get moreinformation, call the Council onAging at 847­381­5030.

Educational programs like this one areone of the major contributions that the Council on Agingprovides to help with #agingbetter in our community.

Visit Holiday Magic at theBrookfield Zoo: Chicagoland'sLargest Lights Festival

This wonderfully popular trip issponsored by the Council onAging and the Barrington Park

Are you looking for aride to a doctor'sappointment, shopping,visiting a friend in alocal retirement center,or to the park?

PACE Yourself!

Consider the PACEtransportation program asyour wheels to independenceand #agingbetter. TheCouncil on Aging coordinatesthis program in cooperationwith the local villages andtownships. The program isunderwritten financially bythe villages and townships,and riders pay a fee of $2each way for a trip.

How it works:

Reservation line isopen from 7 a.m.until 6 p.m.(in Jan2016 it will open at 8a.m.)Call 800­273­5939Call at least 24 hoursin advance of generaltransportation need;Reservationsfor Medicalappointments maybe made up to 7days in advance;Each trip costs you$2 each way, or $4round trip;All trips are "curb­to­curb;" If you need specialassistance from yourfront door, andassistance gettinginto yourdestination, youneed to request a"door­to­door" tripwhen you make yourreservation;Thank your localtownship and villageboards for funding thisservice.

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District. The trip includes aspecial narrated zoo tour, over one million twinkling LEDlights, a new Polar Lightsdisplay, plus a 41­foot talkingtree, train display, carolers, icecarvers, and much more.Thedinner plan is at your cost, atWeber Grill, from the fullmenu.

The trip is set for Wednesday, December 16, 2015. Thecost for the trip is $38. Make your reservations byNovember 24, 2015. The bus will leave from the Park District at 2:30 p.m. andreturn at approximately 8:30 p.m.Call the Barrington Park District to register at (847)381­0687 or visit their website.

"Cuisine Club"Dining Trips Join the Council on Agingand friends, both old and

new, as we explore some wonderful, local diningdestinations. October 20, 2015, 12 noon: The Long Grove Cafe, 235Robert Parker Coffin Road, Long Grove $20 pluscash bar. November 18, 2015, 12 noon: Biltmore Country Club,North Barrington, $20 plus cash bar. Make your reservations with Linda Avellon at 847­881­0477 as soon as possible to guarantee a seat.

REDUCE ~ REUSE ~ RECYCLE bysubscribing to this newsletter online. Shareyour paper copy with your neighbors. Makepaper airplanes with this paper to annoy yourkids, and entertain grandkids

Thanks for your interest in the programs and services provided by the Barrington Area Councilon Aging. We appreciate your support. We also value your feedback and comments.

Please don't hesitate to let us know how we can improve our communications.

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