Dr. Sara L. Rusch: “Health Literacy is Not Just the Ability to Read”..……..…1

Congratulations to Award Winners... ………………………......2-4

CIAA: 2014 Annual Caregiver Conference…………..……...…….…..5 The Community Care Program CCUs by County and Communities...………6 Information and Assistance Saving Energy Tips…………………...7

Healthy IDEAS… Helping Seniors with Depression……………………….……8

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month……………………..9

Stop Domestic Violence…………....10

Community to Fight the Flu and “Take 3:” Actions to Fight the Flu…………11 Healthy Eating for Vegetarians…….12 Advice Clinic and Cookbook…….….13

Halloween Safety………..…...….14-15

Do 1 Thing………...……………...16-17 Family Fire Safety: Tips, Places to Go…; Twitter and Facebook……….18

Support Groups……………..……….19

U.S. House of Representative, U.S. Senators for IL, IL General Assembly, Board of Directors and Council Rosters…………………..….20

To Receive Senior Gazette, e-mail Hoangvan (Van) Dinh at

hdinh@ciaoa.net

2014, October Issue Joanne Thomas, PhD, President/CEO Hoangvan (Van) Dinh, B.S., Editor

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc.

700 Hamilton Boulevard, Peoria, Illinois 61603 Telephone: (309) 674-2071, Toll Free: 1-877-777-2422

Website: http://www.ciaoa.net

Serving Fulton, Marshall, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell, and Woodford Counties

Senior

Gazette

IN THE ISSUE

Dr. Joanne Thomas, PhD, LPC

Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:30 am—8:00 pm 2nd and 4th Saturdays: 9:00 am—1:00 pm

Dr. Sara L. Rusch: “Health Literacy is Not

Just the Ability to Read”

On September 22, Dr. Sara L. Rusch, MD, MACP, Regional Dean, University of Illinois

College of Medicine-Peoria brought a comprehensive and thought provoking presentation on

health literacy to Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc.’s Annual Meeting. The audience of

almost 200 sat transfixed as Dr. Rusch walked us through the changing landscape of healthcare,

the definition of health literacy, why health literacy is important, the breadth of impact and

proposed solutions. The comments following suggest this Annual Meeting presentation was one

of the most informative and sure to change both personal and professional practice.

In many cases, the statistics are staggering when juxtaposed against Illinois’ life

expectancy at birth (males, 76.4 and females 81.4 years). Many older people as Dr. Rusch

pointed out are living with chronic diseases. According to the Centers for Disease Control,

chronic diseases account for 75% of health care expenditures. The average person over age 65

in Illinois fills 28.1 prescriptions per year with 11% of those age >65 living on an income less

than $23,000.

However, despite the surprising number of prescriptions filled, half of the 3.2 billion

annual prescriptions dispensed in the U.S. are not taken as prescribed (so patients have less

benefit). In the US, lack of adherence causes approximately 125,000 deaths and at least 10% of

hospitalizations, and patients with chronic conditions and complex treatment regimens are most

likely to be non-adherent.

Dr. Rusch called attention to the patients’ need to assume more responsibility for their

own healthcare (being “health literate”) without absolving providers from their responsibilities.

Her balanced view established a collaborative approach to health literacy issues and the position

that it is not just a patient or just a provider problem.

At Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. we not only take note of the number of

persons age 65 in Illinois who fill an inordinate number of prescriptions and those with chronic

conditions most likely to be non-adherent, we believe health literacy to be a community health

issue and a potential community problem. Our view was made credible by Dr. Rusch’s quote

from The Institute of Medicine, in their 2004 report Health Literacy, A Prescription to End

Confusion, which stated "efforts to improve quality, reduce costs, and reduce disparities cannot

succeed without simultaneous improvements in health literacy" (IOM, 2004). Thank you,

Dr. Rusch, for the many “take away” points of clarity you provided.

Health literacy is the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process,

and understand basic health information and services needed to make appropriate health

decisions. Anyone who needs health information and services also needs health literacy skills.

Anyone who provides health information needs health literacy skills. Health Literacy and

Health communication – a key part of improving community health.

Excerpted liberally from the presentation of Dr. Sara L. Rusch, MD, MACP , September

22, 2014

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon

Congratulations to Award Winners

WINNER FOR DR. JEAN C. ALDAG AWARD

Theresa Schwindenhammer, PhD, RN: She has worked in

nursing home settings, hospitals, and clinics to serve the

needs of older adult clients. She has conducted significant

research in the design of easily implemented methods that

can be instituted to reduce symptoms of depression and

loneliness in older adults who reside in the continuing care

settings.

WINNER FOR KATHRYN W. TIMMES AWARD

Sandra Burke: Sandra’s work engages individuals who vary

in age from infancy to senior citizens. She has served as

regional parent engagement coordinator for strengthening

families in Illinois. Others benefitting from her expertise

include changing families, Illinois and PARC now know as

EPIC (empowering people inspiring capabilities) where she

served as classroom language specialist.

WINNER FOR EVELYN SERENA SMITH

STAFFORD AWARD

Patricia Bensing: Mrs. Bensing continues to provide care

for her husband faithfully for the past 21 years, in the least

restrictive environment which is their home. She honors his

dignity and right to autonomy by continuing to provide

compassionate assistance where needed and allowing him to

do as much as he can in orders to maintain muscle tone and

mobility.

Front row (L to R): Dr. Schwindenhammer & Dr. Aldag

Back row (L to R): Mr. Flynn (Council Chair) & Mr. Mueller (Board Chair)

From L to R: Mr. Flynn (Council Chair) , Ms. Burke & Mr. Mueller (Board Chair)

From L to R: Mr. Flynn, Mrs. Stafford, Mrs. Bensing & Mr. Mueller

BECAUSE WE CARE AWARDS 2014 THE FAMILY CAREGIVER AWARD: MRS. CAROL JOHNSON

This individual has been providing full time care for her husband for

approximately 2 years. He has advanced Parkinson’s disease. He is

dependent on his wife’s 24 hour care for activities of daily living. With her

multiple responsibilities she has not been able to have much social or

church life. She lovingly, patiently, and attentively cares for her husband

in spite of having a diagnosis of early to intermediate Parkinson’s herself.

This couple has lived in the same home since they were newlyweds.

THE SENIOR VOLUNTEER AWARD: MS. CAROLYN SCHULDT

This “Door Prize Queen” has consistently donated her services to central

Illinois agency on aging for at least 4 years, and I’m sure she’s not done

yet! She helps with events, mailings, copying, caregiver packets and

anything that Mitch (CIAA’s family caregiver specialist) needs her to do.

After approximately three hours of volunteer phone calling, she used her

gently persuasive and professional fundraising skills to obtain 10

coupons for ice cream, 4 different movie passes, and coupons from the

Mc Donald’s corporate office. On multiple occasions she has provided

her fundraising experience so that youth can leave a CIAA sponsored

event with beneficial prizes that they would have never received without

her help.

RELATIVES AS PARENTS PROGRAM: MS. IRENE FAULKNER

This individual is a part of our grandparents raising grandchildren program.

When we think about commitment and dedication, this grandparent comes

to mind, raising seven grandchildren between the ages of 4 & 14. She and

her grandchildren has participated in all of the activities, support groups,

and outings provided by central Illinois agency on aging. It is also good to

know that this grandparent has multiple connections to resources in the

community that she can share with other grandparents who are raising their

grandchildren.

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon

Congratulations to Award Winners

From L to R: Mr. Flynn, Mrs. Johnson & Mr. Mueller

From L to R: Mr. Flynn, Ms. Faulkner & Mr. Mueller

From L to R: Mr. Flynn, Ms. Schuldt & Mr. Mueller

SERVICE PROVIDER: WE CARE, INC. This service provider has been operating for almost 40 years. Their service area includes Southern Tazewell &

Woodford Counties. CIAA was found without an Assisted Transportation Provider to transport individuals who

utilize wheelchairs in Northern Tazewell County to Dialysis appointments. They saw a need and said that they

would assist in providing this needed service. They have been providing this service for over the past decade.

Other programs include:

Transportation

Meals on wheels

Lastly this provider also provided 851 information and referrals to help recipients locate other agencies which were

able to provide additional services.

EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR: MRS. LINDA TATUM

Informal/unsolicited comments from colleagues. Observation of

service to others, those who come to us with needs and those who

serve along side of us. Response to requests outside of job description,

above and beyond. This employee started as an unpaid ICC intern,

finished her 2 year in human services and returned to CIAA as an

administrative assistant. She now also is the lead organize of Living

Smart seminars, stepped in on an emergency bases to fill some

personnel responsibilities, a very challenging Farmer Market Program

and assist with the RAPP Grandparent Raising Grandchildren while

continuing to do Benefit Access.

CEO LEADERSHIP AWARD: MS. JEAN ARNDT

Over 33 ½ years with Canton YWCA, 6 ½ years as Nutrition Project

director, 27 years as Executive Director. She was a fierce advocate for

older persons and for the mission of the YWCA. She credits those who

served with her…Board, staff and community volunteers!!

She speaks fondly of Mary Colley, the Executive Director, who hired

her giving credit as the best professional mentor. Of course, Jean Arndt

was still a mere child at 24 years who began then to devote herself to

women and their families and definitely to the “seniors” who often are

their backbone.

From L to R:

Mr. Flynn, Ms. Arndt

& Mr. Mueller

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon

Congratulations to Award Winners

From L to R: Mr. Mueller, Mrs. Tatum & Mr. Flynn

Care n share program

Food pantry

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc.

The 2014 Annual Caregiver Conference

Save-the-Date

Annual Caregiver Conference

Thursday, November 6, 2014

8:30 am –3:30 pm

Family Caregiver and/or Grandparent

Raising Grandchildren

Will have vendors, food, speakers and

panel discussion.

Cost: $5/person includes breakfast and lunch

Limited Space

General Registration by 10/31/2014

Free Parking Provided & Limited number of

handicap spaces will be provided

Caregiver Night Out

Thursday, November 13, 2014

5:30 pm– 8:30 pm

Family Caregiver and/or Grandparent

Raising Grandchildren

Will have Live Jazz Band, Vendors,

Food and Entertaining Speakers

Cost: $5/person includes light dinner Live music

Limited Space

General Registration by 11/07/2014

Free Parking Provided & Limited number of

handicap spaces will be provided

Location:

Gateway Conference Center,

200 NE Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602

Take some time for you to

have Respite

Discussion Topics:

How to be a Healthy Caregiver

Coping with Transitions in Care

To register please contact Mitch Forrest at 309-674-2071

Or e-mail MForrest@ciaoa.net

Advance Registration for Caregivers

Save-the-Date

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The Community Care Program is designed to assist older adults to live independently and to remain in their own

home. These services include in home services (homemaker), adult day services, emergency home response

(EHRS), both phone landline and cellular units, and coming soon automated medication dispensers (AMD). An

agency called a Case Coordination Unit (CCU) who is knowledgeable about the Community Care Program will

send a care coordinator to an eligible participant’s home to discuss needs, goals, and help choose what services may

be right for a participant.

For anyone needing information about which Care Coordination Unit (CCU) they should call about the

Community Care Program Central Illinois Agency on Aging serves the counties of Fulton, Marshall, Peoria, Stark,

Tazewell, and Woodford. Each county is represented by a Care Coordination Unit. Central Illinois Agency on

Aging has developed the following list to assist consumers/participants in finding out which CCU to call for

Community Care Program Services.

CARE COORDINATION UNITS-COMMUNITY CARE PROGRAM

THE COMMUNITY CARE PROGRAM CARE COORDINATION UNITS (CCU’S) BY COUNTY AND COMMUNITIES

Lorie Pence

Director of Outreach and Community Services

CENTRAL ILLINOIS AGENCY ON AGING/

MATURE SOLUTIONS

Phone (309) 633-0927, Fax (309) 633-2344

SERVES PEORIA COUNTY ONLY WHICH

INCLUDES: Alta, Bartonville, Bellevue,

Brimfield, Chillicothe, Dunlap, Edelstein,

Edwards, Elmwood, Glasford, Hanna City,

Kickapoo, Kingston Mines, Laura, Mapleton,

Mossville, Norwood, Peoria (within the county)

Peoria Heights, Princeville, Rome, Trivoli,

West Peoria

AUTONOMOUS CASE MANAGEMENT (ACM)

Phone (309) 453-2736; Fax (309) 694-7974

SERVING THE CITY OF PEORIA

Except the above communities in Peoria County

COMMUNITY CARE SYSTEMS, INC-FULTON COUNTY

Phone (309) 647-2222; Fax(309) 647-4897

WHICH INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING COMMUNITIES IN FULTON COUNTY-Astoria, Avon, Banner,

Bryant, Canton, Cuba, Dunfermline, Ellisville, Fairview, Farmington, Ipava, Lewiston, Liverpool, London

Mills, Marietta, Norris, Saint David, Smithfield, Table Grove, Vermont

AUTONOMOUS CASE MANAGEMENT (ACM)

TAZEWELL COUNTY

Phone (309) 453-2736 Fax (309) 694-7974

SERVES THE FOLLOWING

COMMUNITIES IN TAZEWELL COUNTY

Armington, Beverly Manner, Cloverdale, Creve Coeur,

Deer Creek, Delavan, East Peoria, Gardena, Green

Valley, Heritage Lake, Highway Village, Hopedale,

Mackinaw, Marquette Heights, Minier, Morton, North

Pekin, Pekin, Robein, South Pekin Tremont,

Washington, Wesley

AUTONOMOUS CASE MANAGEMENT (ACM)

Phone (309) 453-2736; Fax (309) 694-7974

MARSHALL COUNTY-Henry, Hopewell, La Rose,

Lacon, Sparland, Toluca, Varna, Wenona

STARK COUNTY-Bradford, Lafayette, Toulon,

Wyoming

7 Information and Assistance

As we begin to prepare for the Fall/Winter season, there will surely be greater need for heat-related concerns in our

six-county service area. However, the Illinois Department on Aging and other funding sources provide limited

provision for such requests. It is often a heart-rending encounter when our Information and Assistance specialists

have to inform callers that CIAA does not “pay for” items such as furnaces, wheelchairs, water heaters, hearing

aids, or travel expenses for circumstances such as for a family emergency. We have even had requests to assume

the cost to exterminate bed bugs; a process that can extend beyond one or two follow-up applications.

As one of the I&A team members, may I enlist your help to bring clarification to those you help us serve, whether

in a professional capacity or general word-of-mouth exchange.

Please, if you encounter someone expressing such a misperception, can you help clarify that CIAA is primarily a

referral agent that directs clients toward appropriate resources? We want to minimize false expectations, so that

callers are not further frustrated when they discover we don’t routinely handle financial requests directly.

However...we would love to be able to address more immediate needs such as those listed and therefore ask that you

consider including CIAA in your charitable giving. We recognize the multitude of organizations that count on

voluntary giving, but we also recognize the wisdom of increasing awareness among kind-hearted donors who may

be willing to extend compassion through contributions to CIAA if they are made aware of growing needs.

In behalf of our senior community and persons with disabilities who seek our services, thank you for all you do.

By Christine Matlock, BA, CIRS

I & A Specialist

Use your desktop lamp; why light a tennis court to read a sheet of paper?

Use compact fluorescent lamps to save energy and cut pollution.

For three copies or less, use the printer; for more, use the copier.

Laser printers use 300 watts; inkjets use only 10, for similar quality.

Using the "stand-by" button on your copier will lighten your energy load by 70%.

A computer monitor uses 60 watts of power; turn it off if you leave for more than 10 minutes.

Recycling paper reduces water use by 60%, energy by 70%, and cuts pollution in half.

Relax and take mass transit; use 25 times less energy.

Burn carbohydrates not hydrocarbons: ride your bike to work.

Airplanes burn 70 gallons of fuel a minute. Travel by a real super-saver--teleconference.

Source: http://www.epa.gov/oaintrnt/energy/aware.htm

October is Energy Awareness Month!

Save Your Energy: 10 Simple Things You Can Do

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Did you know that one in five seniors suffers from depression? Depression has a serious impact on the quality of

life of those who suffer from it. Untreated depression can make other medical conditions worse sometimes

resulting in more hospitalizations, more doctor visits, and more pain medication. Depression also increases the risk

of suicide.

Depression is not a normal part of aging. Aging often comes with many challenges, losses, and health issues, but

depression should not be considered normal. Depression is a medical condition that can be treated.

CYFS New Day Senior Services is currently receiving funding through the Central Illinois Agency on Aging to

implement the Healthy IDEAS Program in this service area. Healthy IDEAS (Identifying Depression, Empowering

Activities for Seniors) is an evidence –based program that integrates depression awareness and management into an

existing program that is providing services to older adults.

Healthy IDEAS improves quality of life by

Symptoms of Depression

It is important to know…..

You do not have to suffer ….. Depression can get better with treatment and support.

To obtains more information about Healthy IDEAS or to request a free depression screening and /or free in-home

counseling services contact:

The New Day Senior Services Program at the Center for Youth and Family Solutions.

309 323-6655.

Healthy IDEAS ….. Helping Seniors with Depression

Ruth Urbanc, Senior Services Program Coordinator

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS)

Sadness or empty feelings that do not go away

Loneliness or loss and lack of interest

Feeling hopeless or worthless

Lack of energy or feeling tired

Sleep and appetite changes

Feeling anxious or crying often

Trouble making decision or concentrating

Thoughts of death or suicide.

Screening for symptoms of depression and assessing their severity

Educating older adults and caregivers about depression

Linking older adults to primary care and mental health professionals

Empowering older adults to manage their depression through a behavioral activation that encourages

involvement in meaningful activities.

Ongoing aches and pain with no physical explanation.

9 October is

Breast Cancer Awareness Month What is breast cancer?

Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer)

cells form in the tissues of the breast. The damaged cells

can invade surrounding tissue, but with early detection

and treatment, most people continue a normal life.

Facts about Breast Cancer in the United States

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast

cancer in their lifetime.

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed

cancer in women.

Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death

among women.

Each year it is estimated that over 220,000 women in

the United States will be diagnosed with breast

cancer and more than 40,000 will die.

Although breast cancer in men is rare, an estimated

2,150 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer.

Environmental and Lifestyle Risk Factors

Lack of Physical Activity: A sedentary lifestyle

with little physical activity can increase risk

Poor Diet: A diet high in saturated fat and lacking

fruits and vegetables can increase risk

Being Overweight or Obese: Being overweight

or obese can increase your risk for breast cancer.

Drinking Alcohol: Frequent consumption of

alcohol can increase your risk for breast cancer.

The more alcohol you consume, the greater the

risk.

Radiation to the Chest: Having radiation

therapy to the chest before the age of 30 also

increase risk.

Combined Hormone Replacement Therapy

Taking combined hormone replacement therapy, as

prescribed for menopause, can increase your risk

for breast cancer and increases the risk that the

cancer will be detected at a more advanced stage.

Genetic Factors

Gender: Breast cancer occurs nearly 100 times more often in women than in men.

Age: Two out of three women with invasive cancer are diagnosed after age 55.

Race: Breast cancer is diagnosed more often in caucasian women than women of other races.

Family History and Genetic Factors: If your mother, sister, father or child has been diagnosed with breast or

ovarian cancer, you have a higher risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer in the future. Your risk increases if

your relative was diagnosed before the age of 50.

Personal Health History: If you have been diagnosed with breast cancer in one breast, you have an increased

risk of being diagnosed with breast cancer in the other breast in the future. Also, your risk increases if abnormal

breast cells have been detected before (such as atypical hyperplasia, lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS) or ductal

carcinoma in situ (DCIS)).

Menstrual and Reproductive History: Early menstruation (before age 12), late menopause (after 55), having

your first child at an older age, or never having given birth can also increase your risk for breast cancer.

Certain Genome Changes: Mutations in certain genes, such as BRCA1 and BRCA2, can increase your risk

for breast cancer. This is determined through a genetic test, which you may consider taking if you have a family

history of breast cancer. Individuals with these gene mutations can pass the gene mutation onto their children.

Dense Breast Tissue: Having dense breast tissue can increase your risk for breast cancer and make lumps

harder to detect. Several states have passed laws requiring physicians to disclose to women if their mammogram

indicates that they have dense breasts so that they are aware of this risk. Be sure to ask your physician if you

have dense breasts and what the implications of having dense breasts are.

Source: http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/what-is-breast-cancer

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STOP DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

HELPING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS

If someone you know is in an abusive relationship, here’s how to help:

Source: http://www.centerforpreventionofabuse.org/

Do:

Approach the other person at a time and place that is

safe and confidential.

Start by expressing concern (i.e., I am concerned

someone may be hurting you, and I am worried about

your safety.)

Take the time to listen, and believe what they say.

Communicate that you care about their safety, that

they do not deserve to be hurt, and that the abuse is

not their fault.

Tell them they are not crazy. A person who has

been abused often feels upset, depressed, confused

and scared. Let them know that these are normal

feelings.

Tell them good things about themselves. Let them

know you think they are smart, strong and brave.

Their abuser may be tearing down their self-esteem.

Respect their choices.

Encourage them to build a wide support system.

Help find a support group or encourage them to talk

with friends and family.

Be patient. Self-empowerment may take longer than

you want. Go at their pace, not yours.

Consider calling The Center to learn more about the

kinds of help available, to ask questions specific to

the situation, and to learn how you can be an effective

and supportive ally.

Do Not:

Do not accuse, diagnose, or judge

their choices; do not draw conclusions

about what they may be experiencing

or feeling; and do not judge or

criticize their abuser.

Do not pressure them to leave the

abusive relationship. There are many

reasons they may be choosing to stay.

It is possible their abuser has

threatened to hurt them or their

children if they try to leave. The

abuser may control all of their

finances and may have isolated the

victim from friends and family,

leaving them with very few resources

of their own. The abuser may have

promised to change, and the victim

may still love him/her. It is never as

simple as encouraging a victim to

“just leave” but by all means,

communicate to them that help does

exist, and that people in their

community care about them and their

children and want them to be safe.

Do not feel the need to be an expert.

Do not try to provide counseling or

advice, but do connect them to trained

people who can help. Center staff are

available 24/7 to take a call.

CRISIS HOTLINE

1-800-559-SAFE (7233)

IMMEDIATE DANGER – CALL 911

“Take 3” Actions To Fight The Flu

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The Peoria City/County Health Department is rallying the community this flu season to help protect against

influenza. Businesses, schools, the faith community, and individuals are all encouraged to make protection

against seasonal flu a priority. The message is simple:

Get your flu vaccine - it's available throughout the community.

Jean Bellisario, Director of Infectious Disease at Peoria City/County Health Department states, "With our flu

season typically running November through May, October is actually a great time for the community to start

promoting flu vaccination to help protect against seasonal influenza. We encourage businesses, schools,

faith-based groups, as well as individuals to help spread the word about getting vaccinated against the flu. We

encourage groups to use their worksite wellness programs, newsletters, and even their websites and social media

posts to tell others about vaccination as the first and most important step in helping protect all of us against this

serious disease."

This year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending everyone 6 months of age and older

get a flu vaccine. The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. Many people who get

the flu recover in 1-2 weeks, but some develop serious and potentially life-threatening medical complications.

Every flu season is different and unpredictable. Getting vaccinated each year has proven to be the single best

way to reduce the risk of getting and spreading the flu.

Bellisario adds, "Flu vaccines are available at many doctor's offices, pharmacies, retail stores, and health clinics

throughout the community. We encourage people to visit one of these many convenient locations and get your

seasonal flu vaccination!"

Organizations can get flu information for distribution by calling the Peoria City/County Health Department at

309-679-6603. For more information on important Public Health issues, visit the Peoria City/County Health

Department website at www.pcchd.org

The Peoria City/County Health Department continues efforts to

improve community health in Peoria County with the overarching goal

“to increase the number of people who are healthy at every stage of life.”

Community to Fight the Flu

Source: http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/preventing.htm

Take time to get

a flu vaccine

Take everyday

preventive actions

to stop the spread

of germs

Take flu

antiviral drugs

if your doctor

prescribes them

Source: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/food-groups/downloads/tentips/dgtipsheet8healthyeatingforvegetarians.pdf

13 Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc.

Information & Assistance Department

November Advice Clinics

Got Questions?

Where: Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc.

700 Hamilton Boulevard

Peoria, IL 61603

When: Tuesday, November 4th from 10:00 am– 11:00 am

and Tuesday, November 18th from 2:00 pm—3:00 pm

Bring your questions about your needs and community resources to our advice clinic. Let us tell you

about what’s available in our six-county area.

Example include, but are not limited to:

For additional information and assistance

you may contact us at: 309-674-2071

We have prepared a taste-tempting cookbook featuring

over 350 favorite recipes from members of our

community in the counties of Fulton, Marshall, Peoria,

Stark, Tazewell, & Woodford.

Available for $15.00

These cookbooks contain special pages of interest in our

community, notable People, helpful Cooking hints, and over 350

recipes including family favorites past down through many

generations, such as Appetizers & Beverages, Soups & Salads,

Sides & Main Dishes, Cookies & Candy and the special This &

That Category.

CALL CIAA TO ORDER A COOKBOOK TODAY !!!

Every First and Third Tuesdays of the Month

License Plate Discounts

Caregiver Assistance

Nutrition Programs

Relatives as Parents Program

Bus Passes

Food Pantries

Transportation

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Community Education

Housing

Medicare Part D

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Source: http://www.nsc.org/news_resources/Resources/Documents/Halloween_Safety.pdf

October Fact Sheet

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Source: http://do1thing.com/userfiles/file/fact-sheets/october.pdf

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Places to Go ... Things to See

To see what’s happening in Peoria, visit these websites:

Hult Health

Education Center Seniors on the Go

5215 N. Knoxville Avenue Peoria, IL 61614

692-6650

www.hult-health.org

Peoria Riverfront Museum

222 S.W. Washington St.

Peoria, IL 61602 686-7000

www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org

Peoria Park District Luthy Botanical Gardens

Owens Center Forest Park Nature Center

2218 N. Prospect Road Peoria, IL 61603

682-1200

www.peoriaparks.org

RiverPlex Wellness &

Recreation Center

600 NE Water Street Peoria, IL 61603

282-1700 www.riverplex.org

Peoria Civic Center

201 SW Jefferson Avenue Peoria, IL 61602

673-8900 www.peoriaciviccenter.com

Central Illinois Agency on Aging is now on Facebook and our fan base is on an upward trend. CIAA wants Facebook to be a place where our fans/those we serve and those interested in what we do as an agen-cy can come to find information and updates that pertains to those that visit our page or for those wanting to know more about our services and programs. CIAA also wants to know what you/our fans would like to know more about. ? Please email Lorie Pence, Director of Outreach & Community Services at lpence@ciaoa.net with your thoughts/ideas. Thanks to all of our fans and continue to let others know about CIAA’s Facebook page and all that CIAA does.

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. (CIAA) and Heart of

Illinois-Aging and Disability Resource Center at CIAA now

has a twitter account, and we invite you to follow us

@EventsCIAA for all upcoming events and news.

Source: http://www.nsc.org/safety_home/HomeandRecreationalSafety/Documents/

FamilyFireSafetyTips.pdf

Support Groups

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Alzheimer’s Association

Marshall County Heartland Health Care Center

1650 Indian Town Road, Henry, Illinois 4th Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.

309-364-3905

Stark County Toulon Healthcare Center

RR 1, Highway 17 East, Toulon, Illinois 3rd Monday, 3 p.m.

309-286-2631

Tazewell County Apostolic Christian Restmor, Inc. 1500 Parkside Ave., Morton, Illinois

3rd Thursday, 1:30 p.m. 309-284-1416

Pekin Hospital - SNF 600 S. 13th Street, Pekin, Illinois

2nd Wednesday, 2 p.m. 309-353-0925

Peoria County Apostolic Christian Skylines

7023 N. Skyline Drive, Peoria, Illinois 1st Tuesday, 5:30 p.m.

309-691-8091

Lutheran Hillside Village 6901 N. Galena Road, Peoria, Illinois

3rd Tuesday, 6 p.m. 309-689-2180

St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral 3601 North Street, Peoria, Illinois

3rd Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. 309-286-2631

Pearce Community Center –Chillicothe

(Respite Available) 610 W. Cedar Street, Chillicothe, Illinois

2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. Room 210 309-351-9774

Men’s Only Support Group

606 West Glen Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61614 3rd Tuesday, 10 a.m.

309-681-1100

PALZ Support Group (Activities available for loved ones with dementia)

606 W. Glen Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61614 2nd Thursday, 4:00 p.m.

Please call ahead to register 309-681-1100

Bradley University Counseling, Research & Training Clinic

Caregiver Support Group Meetings

The Caregiver Program provides emotional support to help family caregivers and grandparents raising grandchildren raising cope with

their caregivers roles, and/or develop and strengthen their capacities for better social and personal adjustments. Meet other caregivers and

grandparents raising grandchildren, learn how to self-care, and learn how to be there without always “being there”.

There is NO CHARGE for services; however, contributions are accepted.

Co-sponsored by Central Illinois Agency on Aging and Bradley University

For more information, call (309) 677-3189 or visit www.bradley.edu/sites/caregiver

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

First and Third Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.)

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, 700 Hamilton Boulevard Peoria, IL 61603

Facilitator: Chrystal Down

Peoria Caregiver Support Group

Fourth Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.)

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, 700 Hamilton Boulevard Peoria, IL 61603

Facilitator: Chrystal Down

HCR Heartland Healthcare of Peoria Caregiver Support Group

Second Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.)

Heartland Healthcare, 5600 Glen Elm Drive Peoria, IL 61603

Facilitator: Mary Hosbrough

Liberty Village Caregiver Support Group

Second Monday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.)

Liberty Village of Peoria, 6906 North Stalworth Drive Peoria, IL 61615

Facilitator: Nargis Khan, NCC, LCPC

Bradley University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and the promotion of equal

opportunities for all persons regardless of age, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender,

marital status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The

University is committed to compliance with all applicable laws regarding non-discrimination,

harassment and affirmative action.

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. does not discriminate

in admission to programs or activities to treatment of

employment in programs or activities in compliance with

the Illinois Human Rights Act, the U.S. Civil Rights Act,

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Age

Discrimination Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment

Act, and the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions. If you feel you

have been discriminated against, you have a right to file a

complaint with the Illinois Department on Aging. For

information, call 1-800-252-8966 (Voice & TDD),

or Joanne Thomas, President/CEO, Central Illinois Agency

on Aging, Inc.

FY 2015 CIAA

Board of Directors

Robert Mueller, Chair Barry Beck, Vice-Chair

Roger Wiseman, Treasurer Wanda Aberle, Secretary

Dereada J. Amos

David Baker Steve Buttice

Thomas Eckert Beverly Grimes

Rose Marie Hasler Roger Hawk

Robert Johnson Cindy Livingston

Mary Frances Prayne Patricia Reinbacher

Denny Rewerts Raymond Russ

Keith Wagy

FY 2015 CIAA

Advisory Council

Paul Flynn, Chair Vicki Hoke, Vice -Chair

Joyce Jackson, Secretary

Zenobia Alexander Maxine Blane

Richard Bowes, Sr. Joan Cheatham Joyce H. Francis

Linda Glackin Donna Ginglen

A. Jeanne Graham Philip Girgurich

Francis Hackwith Shirley Horwedel Maggie Jenkins Donald Koski

Charles Owens Leslie Pulfer

Marilyn Sloan-Couch Roger Sparks

Jerry Vanderheydt Margarie Winters

Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (92nd District) 300 E. War Memorial Drive, Suite 303 Peoria, IL 61614 (309)681-1992, Fax (309)681-8572 Rep. Keith Sommer (88h District) 121 W. Jefferson Morton, IL 61550 (309)263-9242, Fax (309)263-8187

Rep. David Leitch (73rd District) 5407 N. University, Arbor Hall, Suite B Peoria, IL 61614 (309)690-7373, Fax (309)690-7375 Rep. Mike Unes (91st District) 19 S. Capitol Street Pekin, IL 61554 (309)620-8631, Fax (309)349-3046

Congresswoman Cheri Bustos 3100 N. Knoxville Ave., Suite 205 Peoria, IL 61603 (309)966-1813

Congressman Aaron Schock 100 NE Monroe, Room 100 Peoria, IL 61602 (309)671-7027, Fax (309)671-7309

Senator Darin LaHood (37th District) 5415 N. University, Suite 105 Peoria, IL 61614 (309)693-4921, Fax (309)693-4923 Senator Dave Koehler (46th District) 400 NE Jefferson, Suite 200 Peoria, IL 61603 (309)677-0120, Fax (309)346-4650

Illinois General Assembly

U.S. House of Representatives

U.S. Senators for Illinois Senator Richard J. Durbin 525 South 8th Street Springfield, IL 62703 (217)492-4062, Fax (217)492-4382

Senator Mark S. Kirk 607 East Adams, Suite 1520 Springfield, IL 62701 (217)492-5089, Fax (217)492-5099