2018, February Issue Keith Rider, CMA, 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 Office Hours:

Monday — Friday: 8:30 am—5:00 pm Saturdays: Closed

Presidents’ Day……...….......1

Why I Volunteer………........2

Top Health Resolutions

for 2018………………..….. 3

How to Help Prevent Heart

Disease—At Any Age……...4

Eating Disorder………...…..5

Tips to Protect Against

Macular Degeneration……..6

Everyday Ways to Eat More

Fruits & Vegetables .……....7

Tips to Help Your Loved

One Stay Socially Active.......8

Free Walk-In Legal Help…...9

Tax Scam………………….10

Tax Aide Sites…………….11

Caregiver Workshop Series

at Snyder Village…………..12

Save-the-Date: CIAA 16th

Annual Dr. Norton Golf

Tournament………….…...13

Looking Through the Wise

Eyes of Seniors…………....14

National Children’s

Dental…………………….15

Take Charge of

Your Health………....16 & 17

From the desk of Anita

Brown: REST Program; and

Place to Go...Things to See

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

IN THE ISSUE

Keith Rider

Presidents’ Day

Monday, February 19, 2018

Throughout the more than 200-year history of the White House,

presidents themselves have taken time to celebrate the

American presidency. Originating as a public celebration of our first president, George

Washington, this holiday’s commemoration has taken various forms over the years.

As time passed, additional presidents, most notably Abraham Lincoln, have also been

celebrated on their birthdays. Although local observances of the February birthdays of

Washington and Lincoln—February 22nd and February 12th respectively—as well as

well as other presidential birthdays throughout the year still occur, the current federal

holiday, established in 1971, is celebrated on the third Monday in February (thus

inclusive of both Washington and Lincoln’s birthdays) and is officially known as

Washington’s Birthday, but better known as Presidents’ Day.

Source: https://www.whitehousehistory.org/presidents-day-at-the-white-house-1

Image Credit: https://ivn.us/2013/02/18/why-do-we-celebrate-presidents-day-2/

2 Why I Volunteer By Carolyn Schuldt

Wisconsin Native and Volunteer

Being a Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. (CIAA) volunteer is

a “natural fit” for me, having served 17 years as caregiver, Power of

Attorney, Guardian and eventual Executor for my mom, Zelma, in

Wisconsin providing me with first hand-knowledge of caregiving

facets. Having “temped” for CIAA upon moving here, I returned as

volunteer—they had offered me much and I am still indebted to

them and in awe of their support—my desire is to pass on my story

to other caregivers. Wisconsin and Illinois had more stringent

Guardianship laws. Prairie Legal Services, one of CIAA’s outreach

referrals, assisted me during divorce proceedings (my former spouse

relocated due to job loss and I was caregiving) and led me to

classify CIAA as one of Peoria’s Hidden Secrets and CIAA staff’s

devotion to their work still amazes me.

When Mitch Forrest, CIAA Family Caregiver Information and Assistance Specialist, moved to El Paso (wife is

United Methodist pastor) and I was “pn” (pastors’ niece)—paternal uncles were pastors, aunts married pastors and

my paternal grandfather was a German Methodist pastor. I was fortunate to “connect” with Mitch at a volunteer

lunch. I wanted to carry out my passion as an elder care advocate. My political background and post-collegiate

experience as a political intern in DC (1964) and congressional secretary in Wisconsin (1979-1984), coupled with

my natural curiosity, guided me down the path I chose. My father, physician/ surgeon in Platteville passed 11/2/49

and my mom passed 1/23/07.

My volunteering also includes playing hymns at retirement communities but

my loyalty remains with CIAA and is an integral part of my life. I am a

retired secretary still “keying and editing.” A UWPlatteville alum

(BS-English/Business and UWPlatteville III Men's Basketball Booster),

volunteering allows me to continue with “people” skills and interact with

others, solicit for event donations and reach out to others for the agency as

Mitch needs it done. I stay abreast on political, environmental and social

events/issues and follow legislation closely, and endeavor paying back to the

agency for the ways they value my input and paying forward to pass

knowledge on to others about important services.

Being on my First United Methodist Police Prayer Ministry allows me to deepen my spiritual life, offering monthly

letters to two different officers and daily safety prayer support and consider the police officers “family” as I have

no family nearby.

This ties in perfectly with the mission of the Agency for which I am so proud to be a volunteer. When Mitch

contact me to help (usually Friday afternoons after his busy week), it is a rewarding way to “lend a hand” to him.

Ms. Schuldt at CIAA 2016 Ecumenical Luncheon

Image Credit: https://wonderopolis.org/wonder/how-do-you-play-the-piano

This column is dedicated to my loving parents,

Dr. C.M. and Zelma Schuldt, Brother Michael, and mentors/friends serving

as role models through my life.

Source: www.healthinaging.org

Stay Empowered,

Stay Informed…

Top Health Resolutions for 2018 New year...new you! Making New Year’s resolutions to eat better, exercise, watch your weight, see your healthcare

provider regularly, or quit smoking can help you stay healthy and feel better for years to come. The AGS Health in

Aging Foundation recommends these top resolutions to make 2018 your year for healthy aging!

Eat Right! Eating nutrient-rich foods, maintaining a healthy weight, eating in ways that can help you manage a health

condition or concern, and maintaining your energy levels are all impor tant par ts of a healthy life-style.

Learn more.

Be Active! Physical activity can be safe and healthy for older adults—even if you have heart disease, diabetes, or arthritis. In

fact, physical activity can help you feel better when you live with these health concerns. Exercises such as tai chi,

water aerobics, walking, and stretching can help you control your weight; build your muscles; and improve

your balance, posture, and mood. Learn more.

Get Enough Sleep! Older adults need less sleep than younger people, right? Wrong! Older people need just as much—usually 7 to 8

hours of sleep a night. If possible, avoid daytime naps, which can keep you up in the evening. Learn more.

See Your Provider Regularly! You should schedule regular visits with your healthcare provider to discuss health screenings and any

changes in your advance directives. At each visit, talk to your provider about all the medications you’re

taking and whether or not you still need them. Be sure to ask about any immunizations you might need, too.

Learn more.

4 How to Help Prevent Heart Disease - At Any Age

Source: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/HealthyLiving/How-to-Help-Prevent-Heart-Disease---At-Any-Age_UCM_442925_Article.jsp#.WmdxJKinGUl

You’re never too young— or too old — to take care of your heart.

Preventing heart disease (and all cardiovascular diseases) means making

smart choices now that will pay off the rest of your life.

Lack of exercise, a poor diet and other unhealthy habits can take their

toll over the years. Anyone at any age can benefit from simple steps to

keep their heart healthy during each decade of life.

Here’s how:

What You Can Do to Prevent Heart Disease

To learn more about heart disease, visit www.heart.org

No matter what your age, everyone can benefit from a healthy diet and adequate physical activity.

Choose a healthy eating plan. The food you eat can decrease your risk of heart disease and stroke.

Choose foods low in saturated fat, trans fat, and sodium. As part of a healthy diet, eat plenty of fruits and

vegetables, fiber-rich whole grains, fish (preferably oily fish-at least twice per week), nuts, legumes and seeds

and try eating some meals without meat. Select lower fat dairy products and poultry (skinless). Limit

sugar-sweetened beverages and red meat. If you choose to eat meat, select the leanest cuts available.

Be physically active. You can slowly work up to at least 2½ hours

(150 minutes) of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity (e.g., brisk

walking) every week or 1 hour and 15 minutes (75 minutes) of vigorous

intensity aerobic physical activity (e.g., jogging, running) or a

combination of both every week. Learn the American Heart

Association's Guidelines for Physical Activity in Adults and in Kids.

Additionally, on 2 or more days a week you need muscle-strengthening

activities that work all major muscle groups (legs, hips, back, abdomen,

chest shoulders, and arms). Children should get at least 60 minutes of

activity every day.

It's never too early or too late to learn the warning signs of a heart attack and stroke. Not everyone

experiences sudden numbness with a stroke or severe chest pain with a heart attack. And heart attack

symptoms in women can be different than men.

All Age Groups

5

What Is an Eating Disorder?

Eating disorders are real, complex

medical and psychiatric illnesses

that can have serious consequences

for health, productivity, and

relationships. They are caused by

both genetic and environmental

factors.

Eating disorders, including

anorexia nervosa, bulimia

nervosa, binge eating disorder,

and OSFED (other specified

feeding or eating disorder) are

bio- psycho-social diseases—

not fads, phases, or lifestyle

choices.

People struggling with an eating

disorder often become obsessed

with food, body image, and/or

weight. These disorders can be

life-threatening if not recognized

and treated appropriately. The

earlier a person receives treatment,

the greater the likelihood of full

recovery.

What Are the Waning Signs of

an Eating Disorder?

Preoccupation with weight,

food, calories, dieting, and/or

body image.

Development of abnormal,

secretive, extreme, or ritualized

food or eating habits.

Withdrawal from usual friends

and activities.

Evidence of binge eating, such

as the disappearance of a large

amount of food.

Evidence of purging behaviors,

including frequent trips to the

bathroom after meals, self-

induced vomiting, periods of

fasting, or laxative, diet pill, or

diuretic abuse.

Compulsive or excessive

exercising.

Discoloration or staining of the

teeth.

Feelings of isolation, depression,

anxiety, or irritability.

The signs listed may indicate an

eating disorder but they are not

all-inclusive. If you are concerned

about someone and they are not

demonstrating these warning signs,

speak with them or seek the

guidance of a professional.

What Does Treatment Involve?

Eating disorders require the care of a

trained professional with

expertise in the treatment of eating

disorders.

The most effective treatment

involves some form of

psychotherapy or counseling

coupled with careful attention to

medical and nutritional needs.

Treatment should be tailored to

the patient’s individual issues.

Treatment must address the

eating disorder symptoms as well

as psychological, biological,

nutritional, interpersonal, and

cultural forces that contribute to

or maintain the disorder.

Early diagnosis and intervention

significantly enhance recovery.

Who’s at risk?

Anyone can develop an eating

disorder regardless of gender,

age, race, ethnicity, culture,

size, socioeconomic status, or

sexual orientation.

Eating disorders also impact the

family, friends, and loved ones

of someone struggling.

Help Encourage Healthy

Behaviors

Learn all you can about eating

disorders and the dangers of

dieting.

Model good behaviors in your

attitudes about food, body image,

and weight-related issues.

Talk to others about natural

differences in body types and the

body’s powerful attempts to

maintain these naturally varied

shapes and sizes.

Connect with organizations like

the National Eating Disorders

Association by volunteering your

time or giving a tax- deductible

donation.

For information, resources, and to get involved, visit:

www.nationaleatingdisorders.org

RECOVERY IS POSSIBLE.

HELP IS AVAILABLE.

Contact Helpline:

Call or chat for resources and treatment options. 800-931-2237

www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ helplinechat

info@nationaleatingdisorders.org

Tips To Protect Against Macular Degeneration 6

What is Macular Degeneration?

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a problem with your retina. It happens when a

part of the retina called the macula is damaged. With AMD you lose your central vision. You

cannot see fine details, whether you are looking at something close or far. But your peripheral

(side) vision will still be normal. For instance, imagine you are looking at a clock with hands.

With AMD, you might see the clock’s numbers but not the hands.

Seniors are at heightened risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of blindness among

older Americans. The disease damages central vision, limiting a person’s ability to read, write and recognize faces.

Five Tips To Protect Against Macular Degeneration

1) Quit Smoking

Numerous studies show smoking increases the risk of developing AMD, and the

speed at which it progresses. If you smoke, you are twice as likely to develop

macular degeneration compared with a nonsmoker.

4) Exercise Regularly

Many studies show getting regular exercise can benefit your eyes. One study found that

exercising three times a week reduced the risk of developing wet AMD, the more serious

form of the disease, by 70 percent.

2) Know Your Family History

If you have a close relative with AMD, you have a 50 percent chance of

developing the condition. Before your next eye exam, speak with your family about their

eye health history. Catching AMD early could better your chances of saving your sight!

3) Eat Healthy

Eat a diet rich in omega-3s and low in cholesterol and saturated fat. Studies show

people who had a reduced risk of AMD had diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as

fish. Studies show increased AMD risk in individuals who had a higher intake of

saturated fats and cholesterol.

Sources: https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/amd-macular-degeneration; and https://www.aao.org/eye-health/news/5-ways-to-protect-against-macular-degeneration

5) Have Regular Eye Exams

People with early-stage AMD may not have any obvious symptoms. However, an

ophthalmologist — a physician specializing in medical and surgical eye care — can

detect early signs of eye disease through comprehensive eye exams. The American

Academy of Ophthalmology recommends people over age 65 get exams every one to

two years.

Seniors may qualify for EyeCare America, a public service program of the American Academy of Ophthalmology that offers exams and care, often at no out-of-pocket cost for eligible individuals age 65 and older. Visit www.eyecareamerica.org to see if you qualify.

Source: http://diet.mayoclinic.org/diet/eat/everyday-ways-to-eat-more-fruits-and-vegetables

7 Everyday ways to eat more

fruits and vegetables

Think you don't have enough time to prepare meals with more produce?

Try these 10 easy suggestions.

It's a well-known fact, but it's worth repeating: Fruits

and vegetables can help protect you against many

chronic diseases — not to mention, they also provide

you with the vitamins and minerals that your body

needs to function. Try these tips from the Centers for

Disease Control and Prevention and the Department of

Agriculture. Before you know it, they will be a seamless

part of your everyday lifestyle.

Make a fruit-and-yogurt parfait for breakfast.

Mix a handful of low-fat granola with low-fat

yogurt. Add sliced bananas or strawberries.

Top a piece of whole-grain toast with peanut

butter and sliced bananas.

Mix blueberries or raspberries into your

muffin or pancake batter.

Add bell peppers, spinach, broccoli,

mushrooms or tomatoes to your scrambled

eggs or egg-white omelet.

Like pizza? Opt for lots of vegetable toppings

and less cheese.

Mix green beans, corn, broccoli or peas into

your favorite casserole or pasta dish. Aim to

eat more veggies than you do pasta.

Explore different varieties of vegetables and fruits for appealing tastes and textures. The more you

experiment, the easier it will become to incorporate these foods into your daily diet and reap all the health

benefits.

Make a meal of vegetable soup and salad. Beef

up your lettuce salad with cherry tomatoes,

shredded carrots and sliced cucumbers.

Create a healthier sandwich: Include lots of

spinach or romaine lettuce, sliced tomatoes,

sliced onions and sliced cucumbers, along with

whatever lean protein is your favorite.

Mix fresh fruit, ice cubes and low-fat yogurt in

a blender for a fruit-

smoothie snack.

Keep apples, oranges,

pears and bananas

nearby for go-to

snacking.

8 Tips to Help Your Loved One Stay Socially Active

Source: https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/caregivers-tips-to-help-your-loved-one-stay-socially-active

Our relationships make us who

we are. Most of us thrive on

seeing friends, co-workers, and

family. Unfortunately, as we get

older it is often hard to maintain

those relationships because of

challenges such as impaired

hearing and sight, compromised

mobility and reliance on others to

get around, and chronic illnesses

that make social interactions

taxing.

Plan visits at home and away with friends and family members. Find a local adult day program or senior center

with activities and opportunities to meet and mingle with others. Teach your loved one how to use a computer and

keep in touch by email or Facebook.

Maintaining strong ties is one key to a healthier,

happier life. It fosters a sense of belonging and

purpose, boosts confidence and self-esteem, prevents

loneliness, and helps maintain memory and thinking.

The following ideas can help you keep your loved one more socially active and engaged:

Sign up your loved one for tai chi, water aerobics, or another fitness activity at the local senior center.

Encourage him or her to volunteer in the community.

Take day trips together to nearby museums, restaurants, or libraries.

Enroll him or her in a group that shares a common interest, such as bridge, knitting, or books.

Take a class together in art, cooking, computers, or a foreign language.

Schedule regular phone or Skype calls with friends and family members who live far away.

Family and friends move away; longtime friends and loved ones die. Consequently, older adults can lose touch with

the world. This physical and social isolation can lead to depression and anxiety. As a caregiver, encourage your

loved one to socialize.

FREE WALK-IN LEGAL HELP

Prairie State Legal Services, Inc. offers free legal services for low-income persons and those 60 and over who have serious civil legal problems and need legal help to solve them.

at Career Link (406 Elm St, Peoria, IL 61605)

from 1:30pm-4:30pm on the following dates:

January 10th January 24th February 7th

February 21st March 7th March 21st

Prairie State Legal Services offers free legal services to low income people who have legal barriers to getting or keeping a job.

How can PSLS help?

PSLS may be able to advise you aboutlegal issues stopping you from gettingor keeping work including: Criminal records Credit report concerns Getting a driver’s license professional licenses Child care issues Consumer issues relating to a

vehicle needed for work

PSLS may be able to represent you incourt or other proceedings including:

Sealing your criminal record Expunging your criminal record Reinstating your driver’s license Appealing denials of professional

licenses or DCFS indications Modifying parenting schedules

to accommodate work

Call (309)674-9831 or visit our website at www.pslegal.org

10

TAX SCAM

Logo Credit: https://states.aarp.org/aarp-fraud-watch-network-alert-irs-warns-of-widespread-tax-scams/

The IRS reminds seniors this tax season that they can easily identify when a

supposed IRS caller is a fake. Here are four things the scammers often do

but the IRS and its authorized PCAs will not do. Any one of these things is

a telltale sign of a scam.

The IRS and its authorized private collection

agencies will never:

Call to demand immediate payment using a specific payment method

such as a prepaid debit card, gift card or wire transfer. The IRS does not use

these methods for tax payments. Generally, the IRS will first mail a bill to

any taxpayer who owes taxes. All tax payments should only be made

payable to the U.S. Treasury and checks should never be made payable to

third parties.

Threaten to immediately bring in local police or other law-enforcement groups to have the taxpayer arrested for

not paying.

Demand that taxes be paid without giving the taxpayer the opportunity to question or appeal the amount owed.

Ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone.

If you don’t owe taxes, or have no reason to think that you do:

Do not give out any information. Hang up immediately.

Contact the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration to report the call. Use “IRS Impersonation

Scam Reporting” web page. You can also call 800-366-4484.

Report it to the Federal Trade Commission. Use the “FTC Complaint Assistant” on FTC.gov. Please add "IRS

Telephone Scam" in the notes.

If you know you owe, or think you may owe tax:

Call the IRS at 800-829-1040. IRS workers can help you.

Remember, too, the IRS does not use email, text messages or

social media to discuss personal tax issues involving bills or refunds. The IRS will continue to keep

taxpayers informed about scams and provide tips to protect them. The IRS encourages taxpayers to

visit IRS.gov for information including the “Tax Scams and Consumer Alerts” page.

Additional information about tax scams is available on IRS social media sites, including YouTube Tax Scams.

See also:

IRS YouTube video: Tax Scams via Video Relay Service (ASL).

Source: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-reminds-seniors-to-remain-on-alert-to-phone-scams-during-tax-season

METEC Resource Center

2605 W. Krause Street

Peoria, IL 61605

(309) 676-3832

Start Date: January 27, 2018

Hours: Mondays 2PM – 6PM

Saturdays 9AM – 1PM

Tax Time INCOME: $54,000

OR LESS

Pekin Public Library

301 S. 4th St.

Pekin, IL 61554

(309) 347-7111

Hours: Only Thursdays

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Dates Open: 2/1/2018— 4/17/2018

Appointment Required.

Peoria North Library

3001 W. Grand Pkwy.

Peoria, IL 61615

(309) 497-2100

Hours:

Wednesdays: 11 AM—7 PM

Thursdays: 10 AM—3 PM

Fridays: 10 AM—3 PM

Dates Open: 2/7/2018—4/13/2018

For appointment, come in person

when tax site is open.

NO Phone call appointments

Washington District Library

380 N. Wilmore Rd.

Washington, IL 61571

(309) 444-2241

Hours: Only Tuesdays

1:00 pm—4:00 pm

Dates Open: 2/1/2018—4/17/2018

For appointment, come in person

when Library is open or call for

appointment.

Alpha Park Public Library

3527 Airport Rd.

Bartonville, IL 61607

(309) 697-3822

Hours:

Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays

1:00 PM—5:00 PM

Dates Open: 2/1/2018—4/13/2018

For appointment, come in person

when tax site is open

NO telephone appointments Chillicothe Library

430 N. Bradley Ave.

Chillicothe, IL 61523

(309) 274-2719

Hours:

Tuesdays and Thursdays

8:00AM—2:00PM

Dates Open: 2/1/2018—4/17/2018

Walk-in Only—No Appointments

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Source: https://secure.aarp.org/applications/

VMISLocator/

searchTaxAideLocations.action

TAX DEADLINE

Tuesday, 4/17/2018

In 2018, April 15 falls on a Sunday,

and this would usually move the

filing deadline to the following

Monday – April 16. However,

Emancipation Day – a legal holiday

in the District of Columbia – will be

observed on that Monday, which

pushes the nation’s filing deadline to

Tuesday, April 17, 2018. Under the

tax law, legal holidays in the District

of Columbia affect the filing

deadline across the nation.

Source: https://www.irs.gov/

newsroom/2018-tax-filing-season-

begins-jan-29-tax-returns-due-april-

17-help-available-for-taxpayers

Fondulac District Library

400 Richland St

East Peoria, IL 61611

(309) 699-3917

Hours: Call for hours

Dates Open: 2/1/2018—4/17/2018

NO Appointment Required.

Miller Senior Citizen Center

551 S. 14th St.

Pekin, IL 61554

(309) 346-5210

Hours: Only Monday

10:00 AM —3:00 PM

Dates Open : 2/1/2018-4/17/2018

For appointment, call the site.

Caregiver Workshop Series Loved ones who are responsible for providing care for their family member face

a unique set of challenges. This series will explore those challenges and offer

helpful tips and strategies. All sessions are free and open to the public.

February 26 March 26 April 23

6 pm

SV Center at Snyder Village

Metamora, IL

RSVP to Marty to help with planning: phone (309) 367-4211

or email: mwinemiller@snydervillage.com

Snyder Village

1200 E. Partridge St.

Metamora, IL 61548

www.snydervillage.com

Presenter Tabatha Poppenga Bradley University Counseling Research & Training Clinic

Respite Care Affordable respite care is available from Snyder Village Home Care professionals, who can come to the home to stay with your loved one so you may attend. Call (309) 367-2300 five days in advance.

Monday, February 26—6 pm Caregiver Self-Care : Sometimes It’s OK to be Selfish! — Too often, caregivers put their own needs and care last. Join us for this informational and interactive session to learn better ways to practice self-care while being a caregiver.

Monday, March 26—6 pm Caregiver Communication & Conflict Resolution: Why can’t we just all get along? — Emotions and tensions run high within families when a loved one requires additional care. This informational work- shop explores positive ways to communicate needs, conflict resolution skills and assertiveness awareness.

Monday, Apr il 23—6 p m Having the Hard Conversations — How and when do we have the difficult conversations surrounding a loved one’s care? Talking to a loved one about accepting help or transitioning into a care facility can be difficult topics. We’ll offer strategies for having those conversations.

For sponsorship, registration materials

or additional information, contact

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc.

700 Hamilton Blvd., Peoria, IL 61603

309-674-2071

or email one of the following

Golf Committee Members:

Beth Stalker, bstalker@ciaoa.net

Renee Razo, rrazo@ciaoa.net

Serving Fulton, Marshall

Peoria, Stark, Tazewell, and

Woodford Counties

Save-the-Date

CIAA 16th Annual Dr. Laurence E. Norton

Golf Tournament

Date: 08/17/2018

Location: Coyote Creek

16th Annual

Dr. Laurence E. Norton

Golf Tournament

The proceeds from the 2018 Dr. Laurence

E. Norton Golf Tournament will be used

to benefit Central Illinois Agency on Aging

Faith-Based Meals and New Year’s Day Meal

Programs for Homebound Seniors.

New Year’s Day meals are delivered to

homebound seniors in Tazewell and Peoria

County. 764 meals were cooked and delivered

by volunteers this past New Year’s Day.

Faith-based meals, also supported by

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, are

served all year round. These meals, prepared

and delivered by local churches, are for

shut-in seniors.

CIAA’s funding to these organizations

helps with the cost of supplies enabling

them to serve a meal to a homebound senior

at least once a month.

A SUMMIT FOR SENIORS &YOUTH

The T.H.I.N.K. Mentor Academy and OFF OUR ROCKERS is hosting its

first annual summit between seniors and youth to create dialogue to help both

sides listen and respect each other’s point of view and create common ground

between the generations.

Seniors have experienced history in the making as they’ve grown older through

the years and they have been given a gift-the gift of wisdom. They have used

their strength and knowledge of life’s ins and outs to uplift and mold those

around them. When it is all said and done, they have done their part in the

world.

Today’s youth’s daily and social lives are based around technology-phones,

computers, tablets, and game systems. Their lives and way of life is different

from how other generations have grown up. They can give an outlook of what

their world is like to seniors.

A panel of senior leaders-Alfreida DeGroot, OFF OUR ROCKERS; Kenneth

Kelley, Minister; Judy Hendricks, Elogeme Adolphi Christian Sorority Inc.;

and R. Norris Watson, PCCEO Foster Grandparent- will answer questions

from the T.H.I.N.K. Mentor Academy youth.

The event will be held on Saturday, February 24, 2018 from 10 am to 12 noon

at the Peoria Public Library (Lower Level 2 Auditorium), 107 NE Monroe St.

This is a free event to the public for all ages. If you have any questions, please

contact Charles Miner, Executive Director at (309)222-3192 or

thinkmentoracademy@gmail.com.

Sponsored by

10: 00 AM to

12:00 Noon

February 24, 2018

Peoria Public Library

(Lower Level Auditorium)

107 NE Monroe St.

Peoria, IL 61602

FOOD AND REFRESHMENTS

There’s Hope In New Knowledge

T.H.I.N.K. MENTOR ACADEMY & OFF OUR

ROCKERS

95 State St. #6191 Peoria, IL 61601

thinkmentoracademy@gmail.com

www.facebook.com/thinkmentoracademy

February is National Children's Dental

Source: http://www.ada.org/en/public-programs/national-childrens-dental-health-month

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TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH

We invite you to participate in this exciting interactive program!

Get support and encouragement from others living with ongoing

health conditions just like you!

WHAT IS TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH?

Take Charge of Your Heath programs generally last 6 to 8 weeks. Participant and facilitators meet weekly for

two and a half hours. Workshops are led by facilitators who have professional or personal experience with ongoing

health conditions.

Take Charge of Your Health: Live Well, Be Well is a program for anyone living with any ongoing

condition. The program helps participants take steps towards positive change and healthier living as they

build their confidence and their ability to manage their day-to-day life.

For more information on classes or class schedules contact Lorie Pence at

309-674-2071 or by email at lpence@ciaoa.net

Space is limited.

Take Charge of Your Diabetes is a program for anyone living with

diabetes. The program helps participants take steps towards positive

change and healthier living as they build their confidence and their

ability to manage their day-to-day life.

Active Living Every Day (ALED) is a behavior change program that

is designed to help participants make simple lifestyle changes necessary

to incorporate physical activity into their everyday life. Not an exercise

program, the classes give participants the tools to overcome barriers to

physical activity, set realistic goals, and stay motivated.

A Matter of Balance is a program designed to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels among

older adults. Participants learn to view falls and fear of falling as controllable, set realistic goals to increase

activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and exercise to increase strength and balance.

Medication Management Improvement System (MMIS) – Home Meds is an in-home,

medication review and intervention that includes a computerized risk assessment and alert process, plus a

pharmacist review and recommendation for improvement.

Healthy IDEAS (Identifying Depression, Empowering Activities for Seniors) is a depression

self-management program designed to detect and reduce the severity on depressive symptoms in older

adults with chronic conditions and functional limitations. The program includes screening and assessment,

education, referral to appropriate health professionals, and behavioral activation. The presence and severity

of depression will determine the scope and duration of the program.

SIGN UP NOW

SPACES ARE LIMITED

Learn new information and tools to help you manage

your health, such as:

Find out how healthy eating can improve your

condition

Create an exercise program that works for you

Learn ways to improve communication with your

family, friends, and healthcare providers

Develop your own weekly goals to help you manage

your condition

Learn problems –solving strategies to help cope

with pain, fatigue and frustration

Gain Support and encouragement from others

living with ongoing health conditions

LEARN HOW TO THRIVE –

NOT JUST SURVIVE!

For more information contact: Lorie Pence Director of Outreach and Community Services 309-674-2071 or email lpence@ciaoa.net

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. does not discriminate in admission to programs or 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 Keith Rider, President/CEO, Central Illinois Agency On Aging, Inc.

Participants are asked to make a

personal commitment to attend

all of the sessions if at possible.

Each program’s researched

based curriculum is proven to

work and is offered to the

community on a suggested

donation basis to cover the cost

of materials.

Places to Go ... Things to See

To see what’s happening in

Peoria, visit these websites:

Hult Center For Healthy Living 5215 N. Knoxville Avenue Peoria, IL 61614 692-6650 www.hulthealthy.org

The Peoria Playhouse Children’s Museum 2218 N. Prospect Road Peoria, IL 61603 323-6900 www.peoriaplayhouse.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 agency 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.

From the desk of Anita Brown, HR Director/

Community Relations

REST is an educational course that

provides volunteer respite training to

adults and teens who want to offer very

special care and assistance to people

with special needs or healthcare issues.

It is implemented in a Train-the-

Trainer professionally designed two

day course. These trainers will then go out and train individuals to be respite care

providers and give caregivers a much needed break. The goal of REST is to create

an international network of organizations that prepare individuals to support

caregivers through respite.

Volunteer Respite workers/ REST Companions:

There is no need to have a medical background to

provide respite care.

This 8-hour REST Companion™ course is

designed to give people a basic overview of skills

needed to provide respite in a variety of settings.

This comprehensive and professional tool prepares

them so they can have the most information

possible to feel comfortable.

For more information about becoming a REST volunteer,

please contact Anita Brown at 674-2071.

Photo Credit: http://restprogram.org/about-rest/

Support Groups

Alzheimer’s Association

Marshall County

Heartland Health Care Center 1650 Indian Town Road, Henry, IL 61537

4th Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. Support Group Type: General Caregiving

Peoria County

Pearce Community Center 601 W. Cedar Street, Chillicothe, IL 61523

3rd Monday, 6:30 p.m. Support Group Type: General Caregiving

Lutheran Hillside Village 6901 N. Galena Road, Peoria, IL 61614

3rd Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. Support Group Type: General Caregiving

PALZ Support Group 612 W. Glen Ave., Peoria, IL 61614

2nd Thursday, 3:00 p.m. Support Group Type: General Caregiving

(Caregivers only meeting)

St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral 3601 North St., Peoria, IL 61614

3rd Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. Support Group Type: General Caregiving

Stark County

Toulon Healthcare Center 700 E. Main St., Toulon, IL 61483

3rd Monday, 3:00 pm. Support Group Type: General Caregiving

Tazewell County

Apostolic Christian Restmor 1500 Parkside Ave., Morton, IL 61550

3rd Thursday, 1:30 p.m. Support Group Type: General Caregiving

First United Methodist Church 154 E. Washington Street, East Peoria, IL 61611

2nd Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. Support Group Type: General Caregiving

Woodford County

Snyder Village Nursing Home 1200 E. Partridge Street, Metamora, IL 61548

2nd Monday, 1:45 pm. Support Group Type: General Caregiving

Please call helpline to confirm date and times before attending a group

1.800.272.3900

Source: Alzheimer’s Support Groups sourced by http://www.alzheimers-illinois.org/support_groups/

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, Inc. and Bradley University

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

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month (1:00 p.m.—2:30 p.m.) Central Illinois Agency on Aging, 700 Hamilton Boulevard Peoria, IL 61603 Facilitator: Tabatha Poppenga , B.S.

Pekin Miller Center Life Support/Caregiver Support Group

1st Tuesday of the month (1:00 p.m.—2:30 p.m.) Miller Senior Center, 551 S 14th St., Pekin, IL 61554 Facilitator: Tabatha Poppenga , B.S.

Liberty Village Caregiver Support Group 2nd Monday of the month (1:00 p.m.—2:30 p.m.) Liberty Village of Peoria, 6906 North Stalworth Drive Peoria, IL 61615 Facilitator: Nargis Khan, NCC, LCPC

Peoria Senior World Caregiver Support Group Every Thursday (1:30 pm—3:00 pm) Senior World, 719 300 N. William Kumpf Blvd., Peoria, IL 61605 Facilitator: Tabatha Poppenga , B.S.

Woodford County Family Caring 4 Family Support Group 3rd Monday of the Month (1:00—2:30 p.m.) Maple Lawn Apartments Community Room, 700 N. Main St., Eureka, IL 61530 Facilitator: Tabatha Poppenga, B.S

Morton Senior World Caregiver Support Group 4th Tuesday of Month (10:00—11:30 am)

Senior World, 730 W Jefferson St Suite 200, Morton, IL 61550 Facilitator: Tabatha Poppenga, B.S.

Washington Caregiver Support Group 3rd Wednesday of the Month (5:30 pm—7:00 pm)

Washington Christian Village, 1201 Newcastle Rd., Washington, IL 61570 Facilitator: Tabatha Poppenga, B.S.

Country Comfort Caregiver Support Group 1st Monday of the Month (10:30 am—Noon)

Country Comfort, 829 N. Hurff, Elmwood, IL 61529 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.

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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 Keith A. Rider,

President/CEO, Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc.

FY 2018 CIAA

Board of Directors

Barry Beck, Chair Steve Buttice, Vice-Chair

Roger Wiseman, Treasurer Cindy Levingston, Secretary

Jean C. Aldag-Daniels Richard Hammonds

Roger Hawk Joe Hendel Joan Herron

Joyce Jackson Robert Johnson

Don Mool Robert Mueller Mary Prayne

Raymond Russ Carol Strandberg

Deloris Turner

FY 2018 CIAA

Advisory Council

Vicki Hoke, Chair Donna Ginglen, Vice -Chair Shirley Horwedel, Secretary

Jo Carver Gordon Cundiff Joyce Francis

Stanley Glazier A. Jeanne Graham

Philip Grgurich Francis Hackwith Christine Jenkins

Kim Joesting Jeffrey Leeman Carolyn Little Mary Meister

Jennifer Metcalf Kirk Millis

Sherri Nichols Christine Notary Charles Owens Bernard Riley

Earl Riley Dolores Snyder Roger Sparks Bryna Warren

Rep. Mike Unes (91st

District—R)

19 S. Capitol Street

Pekin, IL 61554

(309)620-8631, Fax (309)349-3046

repunes@gmail.com

Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (92nd

District—D)

300 E. War Memorial Drive, Suite 303

Peoria, IL 61614

(309)681-1992, Fax (309)681-8572

repjgordon@gmail.com

Rep. Ryan Spain (73rd

District—R)

5407 N. University, Arbor Hall, Suite B

Peoria, IL 61614

(309)690-7373, Fax (309)690-7375

spain@ilhousegop.org

Rep. Keith Sommer (88th District—R)

121 W. Jefferson

Morton, IL 61550

(309)263-9242, Fax (309)263-8187

sommer@mtco.com

Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (District 17—D)

3100 N. Knoxville Ave., Suite 205

Peoria, IL 61603

(309)966-1813

Senator Chuck Weaver (37th District—R)

5415 University St., Suite 105

Peoria, IL 61614

(309)693-4921, Fax (309)693-4923

chuck@senweaver.com

Senator Dave Koehler (46th District—D)

400 NE Jefferson, Suite 200

Peoria, IL 61603

(309)677-0120, Fax (309)346-4650

senatordavekoehler@gmail.com

Illinois General Assembly

U.S. House of Representatives

U.S. Senators for Illinois Senator Richard J. Durbin (D)

525 South 8th Street

Springfield, IL 62703

(217)492-4062, Fax (217)492-4382

Senator Tammy Duckworth (D)

8 South Old State Capitol Plaza

Springfield, IL 62701

(217)528-6124

Congressman Darin LaHood (District 18—R)

100 NE Monroe Street, Room 100

Peoria, IL 61602

(309)671-7027, Fax (309)671-7309