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1 Seek support from other caregivers You are not alone
2 Take care of your own health so that you can be strong enough to take
of your loved one
3 Accept offers of help and suggest specific things people can do to help
you
4 Learn how to communicate effectively with doctors
5 Caregiving is hard work so take respite breaks often
6 Watch out for sign of depression and donrsquot delay getting professional
help when you need it
7 Be open to new technologies that can help you care for your loved one
8 Organize medical information so itrsquos up to date and easy to find
9 Make sure legal documents are in order
10 Give yourself credit for doing the best
Staying Strong Yourself
If you become run-down more tired
than usual will you be able to
provide the care you want to
If you become depressed will you be
able to make your best decisions
If you get the flu will your loved one
catch it from you
If you are not well who will fill your
shoes whether temporarily or
permanently
The best present you can give your
loved one is your own good health
Take a daily vitamin supplement
Get exercise - make it a priority for both your mental and physical well-being
Get regular check-ups do not ignore possible symptoms of ill health
Take a break from caregiving take help when offered
Get a flu shot
Watch for signs of depression
Laugh with a friend
Roll Call and Thoughts for the Month
Roll Call
Complete the sentence
Today I am thankful for __________
ThoughtsQuotes for the Month
ldquoThe best things are nearest breath in your nostrils light in your eyes
flowers at your feet duties at your hand the path of right just before
you Then do not grasp at the stars but do lifersquos plain common work as
it comes certain that daily duties and daily bread are the sweetest things
of life
mdash Robert Louis Stevenson
Sincerely
Jennifer Bridge
Extension Agent for Family and
Consumer Sciences Education -
Meade County
Office Closure for upcoming holiday
November 28 amp 29
Herbs and Spices Thursday November 7 6pm Extension Office Join this informative session to learn how to use herbs and spices to enhance your food selections Demonstration and food tasting will be part of this session Please register by November 6 to assist in materials preparation
Health for the Holidays Thursday November 7 7pm Extension Office Spending time with family members is a great way to catch up and find out whatrsquos going on Itrsquos also a great way to explore family health histories This class will cover strategies to explore health histories ways to manage stress control food selections and get rest during the holidays The program is sponsored by the Meade County Extension Homemakers as part of their health awareness program and is open to anyone wishing to attend Registration is requested by November 6 to assist in materials preparation
Pies and Pie Crust Thursday November 14 6pm Extension Office Bring a pie pan and be prepared to make and take the base for one of the holidays favorite traditions Participants will learn tips and methods on making a perfect crust as well as make some new holiday pie traditions Registration required by November 12 to assist in materials preparation Yeast Rolls for the Holidays Monday November 25 1pm or 6pm Extension Office Just in time for your holiday baking Bring a three quart or larger bowl and be prepared to take home dough for your holiday meals The principles of bread making will be covered as well as a variety of roll making techniques Registration required by November 22 to assist in materials preparation Specify time attending when registering
Cookies for Kids Tuesday December 3 6pm Extension Office Geared toward kids ages 3-7 this hands on class is a great way to make memories and help fuel your kids creativity through cookie baking and decorating Registration required by December 2 to assist in materials preparation Holiday Traditions Monday December 9 1pm or 6pm Extension Office The holidays do not need to be expensive to be enjoyable Discover some cost saving ways to decorate shop make and bake items to get in the holiday spirit without being depressed in January Registration required by December 5 to assist in materials preparation
Upcoming Classes All classes below are FREE and open to the public Please call by the
deadlines listed to registerhellip(270) 422-4958
One of the best things about the holidays is all the
food Oftentimes the abundance of food results in
many many leftovers Just like uncooked food
leftovers can cause a food-borne illness if you
donrsquot properly handle them Taking proper food
safety precautions will help you get the most from
leftovers
Have a plan for how you are going to use those
leftovers and stock up on grocery items like
noodles broth and relishes which can help you
reuse your leftovers in new ways
Refrigerate any leftovers within two hours after
preparation Discard any perishable food that has
sat at room temperature for more than two hours
Although you can safely store hot food in a
refrigerator you can help the food cool quicker by
dividing it into small containers For turkey and
other meat leftovers it is best to remove all the
meat from the bone and place it in shallow
containers or small zipper bags You can leave the
legs and wings whole Store the meat in the
refrigerator if you plan to eat it within the next three
or four days Freeze the meat if you are unsure
about how soon you will eat it Store leftover
stuffing and gravy separately from the meat Eat
refrigerated leftovers within three or four days
Consume frozen leftovers within four months
When you are ready to eat the leftovers use a
food thermometer to make sure you reheat the
food to an internal temperature of 165 degrees
Fahrenheit Use a food thermometer to ensure the
food reaches this temperature When reheating
sauces soups and gravies make sure they come
to a full rolling boil If you are reheating your
leftovers with a microwave check to make sure
there are no cold spots in the food where bacteria
could have survived Cover stir and rotate the food
for even heating in the microwave
Safely Saving
Those Holiday
Leftovers
Source Annhall Norris Extension Associate
Heart Healthy Holidays The holiday season can take a toll on our stress levels and diets However it is also important to avoid adding further stress to the season by trying to deprive yourself of foods you and your family love The trick is to find a balance Heart disease is the leading killer of both men and women in the United States but you can prevent or delay most of its effects through small ongoing lifestyle changes We can brighten up our holiday spirit by making health a priority this season Follow these small healthy tips and get ready to enjoy the season
1 Learn Your Heart-health History While the family is gathered together take time to learn about your family health history This way you can know your risks by talking to your doctor about your health history
2 Stay Active Sprinkle in some healthy behaviors with your daily activities For example park farther away when doing holiday shopping to get in a few extra steps You can even use a trip to the gym as an opportunity to catch up with friends or get some much-needed time to yourself Shoot for at least 30 minutes of activities on most days
3 Eat Healthy When possible make healthy choices However do not deprive yourself of those holiday favorites You can still enjoy some indulgences just in smaller portions If you are the host of a holiday party challenge yourself to make up a delicious and heart-healthy menu
Take Time to Recharge Give yourself the gift of peace With the busy holiday schedule make sure to take care of yourself to prevent getting run down This could be small self-care acts like a facial mask bubble bath or massage to relieve stress You might want to consider a cuddle with your favorite furry creature to take off the edge
References httpwwwheartorgHEARTORGHealthyLivingStressManagementFightStressWithHealthyHabitsHoliday-Stress-Try-These-5-Tips-for-a-Heart-Healthy-Holiday-Season_UCM_433252_ArticlejspappName=MobileApp httpswwwucsfhealthorgeducationholiday_tips_for_heart_health httpswwwcdcgovchronicdiseaseresourcesinfographichearthealthhtm httpswwwcdcgovfeatureshealthytipsindexhtml Source Natalie Jones Family Health Extension Specialist
We have scheduled the Ovarian Cancer
Screening at the UK Markey Cancer
Center in Lexington for February 17 at
2pm We have six (6) reserved spots
remaining This program is free and is
open to women ages 50 and older and to
those older than 25 who have a family
history of ovarian cancer If interested in
going please contact the Extension Office
at 270-422-4958
Ovarian Cancer Screening
NONPROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
BRANDENBURG KY
PERMIT 49
Meade County Cooperative Extension Service 1041 Old Ekron Rd Brandenburg KY 40108
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
2-Janet Hobbs 22-Deborah Foushee
3-Donna Stith 22-Charlotte Lawson
5-Liz Hawkins 26-Lois Fackler
7-Ann Duncan 27-Annette Hornsby
10-Mary Pike 27-Tina Morgan
13-Marilyn Craycroft 28-Helen Sutton
17-Debbie Canavera
18-Joanne Fitzgibbon-Whitten
18-Mary Trent
Roll Call and Thoughts for the Month
Roll Call
Complete the sentence
Today I am thankful for __________
ThoughtsQuotes for the Month
ldquoThe best things are nearest breath in your nostrils light in your eyes
flowers at your feet duties at your hand the path of right just before
you Then do not grasp at the stars but do lifersquos plain common work as
it comes certain that daily duties and daily bread are the sweetest things
of life
mdash Robert Louis Stevenson
Sincerely
Jennifer Bridge
Extension Agent for Family and
Consumer Sciences Education -
Meade County
Office Closure for upcoming holiday
November 28 amp 29
Herbs and Spices Thursday November 7 6pm Extension Office Join this informative session to learn how to use herbs and spices to enhance your food selections Demonstration and food tasting will be part of this session Please register by November 6 to assist in materials preparation
Health for the Holidays Thursday November 7 7pm Extension Office Spending time with family members is a great way to catch up and find out whatrsquos going on Itrsquos also a great way to explore family health histories This class will cover strategies to explore health histories ways to manage stress control food selections and get rest during the holidays The program is sponsored by the Meade County Extension Homemakers as part of their health awareness program and is open to anyone wishing to attend Registration is requested by November 6 to assist in materials preparation
Pies and Pie Crust Thursday November 14 6pm Extension Office Bring a pie pan and be prepared to make and take the base for one of the holidays favorite traditions Participants will learn tips and methods on making a perfect crust as well as make some new holiday pie traditions Registration required by November 12 to assist in materials preparation Yeast Rolls for the Holidays Monday November 25 1pm or 6pm Extension Office Just in time for your holiday baking Bring a three quart or larger bowl and be prepared to take home dough for your holiday meals The principles of bread making will be covered as well as a variety of roll making techniques Registration required by November 22 to assist in materials preparation Specify time attending when registering
Cookies for Kids Tuesday December 3 6pm Extension Office Geared toward kids ages 3-7 this hands on class is a great way to make memories and help fuel your kids creativity through cookie baking and decorating Registration required by December 2 to assist in materials preparation Holiday Traditions Monday December 9 1pm or 6pm Extension Office The holidays do not need to be expensive to be enjoyable Discover some cost saving ways to decorate shop make and bake items to get in the holiday spirit without being depressed in January Registration required by December 5 to assist in materials preparation
Upcoming Classes All classes below are FREE and open to the public Please call by the
deadlines listed to registerhellip(270) 422-4958
One of the best things about the holidays is all the
food Oftentimes the abundance of food results in
many many leftovers Just like uncooked food
leftovers can cause a food-borne illness if you
donrsquot properly handle them Taking proper food
safety precautions will help you get the most from
leftovers
Have a plan for how you are going to use those
leftovers and stock up on grocery items like
noodles broth and relishes which can help you
reuse your leftovers in new ways
Refrigerate any leftovers within two hours after
preparation Discard any perishable food that has
sat at room temperature for more than two hours
Although you can safely store hot food in a
refrigerator you can help the food cool quicker by
dividing it into small containers For turkey and
other meat leftovers it is best to remove all the
meat from the bone and place it in shallow
containers or small zipper bags You can leave the
legs and wings whole Store the meat in the
refrigerator if you plan to eat it within the next three
or four days Freeze the meat if you are unsure
about how soon you will eat it Store leftover
stuffing and gravy separately from the meat Eat
refrigerated leftovers within three or four days
Consume frozen leftovers within four months
When you are ready to eat the leftovers use a
food thermometer to make sure you reheat the
food to an internal temperature of 165 degrees
Fahrenheit Use a food thermometer to ensure the
food reaches this temperature When reheating
sauces soups and gravies make sure they come
to a full rolling boil If you are reheating your
leftovers with a microwave check to make sure
there are no cold spots in the food where bacteria
could have survived Cover stir and rotate the food
for even heating in the microwave
Safely Saving
Those Holiday
Leftovers
Source Annhall Norris Extension Associate
Heart Healthy Holidays The holiday season can take a toll on our stress levels and diets However it is also important to avoid adding further stress to the season by trying to deprive yourself of foods you and your family love The trick is to find a balance Heart disease is the leading killer of both men and women in the United States but you can prevent or delay most of its effects through small ongoing lifestyle changes We can brighten up our holiday spirit by making health a priority this season Follow these small healthy tips and get ready to enjoy the season
1 Learn Your Heart-health History While the family is gathered together take time to learn about your family health history This way you can know your risks by talking to your doctor about your health history
2 Stay Active Sprinkle in some healthy behaviors with your daily activities For example park farther away when doing holiday shopping to get in a few extra steps You can even use a trip to the gym as an opportunity to catch up with friends or get some much-needed time to yourself Shoot for at least 30 minutes of activities on most days
3 Eat Healthy When possible make healthy choices However do not deprive yourself of those holiday favorites You can still enjoy some indulgences just in smaller portions If you are the host of a holiday party challenge yourself to make up a delicious and heart-healthy menu
Take Time to Recharge Give yourself the gift of peace With the busy holiday schedule make sure to take care of yourself to prevent getting run down This could be small self-care acts like a facial mask bubble bath or massage to relieve stress You might want to consider a cuddle with your favorite furry creature to take off the edge
References httpwwwheartorgHEARTORGHealthyLivingStressManagementFightStressWithHealthyHabitsHoliday-Stress-Try-These-5-Tips-for-a-Heart-Healthy-Holiday-Season_UCM_433252_ArticlejspappName=MobileApp httpswwwucsfhealthorgeducationholiday_tips_for_heart_health httpswwwcdcgovchronicdiseaseresourcesinfographichearthealthhtm httpswwwcdcgovfeatureshealthytipsindexhtml Source Natalie Jones Family Health Extension Specialist
We have scheduled the Ovarian Cancer
Screening at the UK Markey Cancer
Center in Lexington for February 17 at
2pm We have six (6) reserved spots
remaining This program is free and is
open to women ages 50 and older and to
those older than 25 who have a family
history of ovarian cancer If interested in
going please contact the Extension Office
at 270-422-4958
Ovarian Cancer Screening
NONPROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
BRANDENBURG KY
PERMIT 49
Meade County Cooperative Extension Service 1041 Old Ekron Rd Brandenburg KY 40108
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
2-Janet Hobbs 22-Deborah Foushee
3-Donna Stith 22-Charlotte Lawson
5-Liz Hawkins 26-Lois Fackler
7-Ann Duncan 27-Annette Hornsby
10-Mary Pike 27-Tina Morgan
13-Marilyn Craycroft 28-Helen Sutton
17-Debbie Canavera
18-Joanne Fitzgibbon-Whitten
18-Mary Trent
One of the best things about the holidays is all the
food Oftentimes the abundance of food results in
many many leftovers Just like uncooked food
leftovers can cause a food-borne illness if you
donrsquot properly handle them Taking proper food
safety precautions will help you get the most from
leftovers
Have a plan for how you are going to use those
leftovers and stock up on grocery items like
noodles broth and relishes which can help you
reuse your leftovers in new ways
Refrigerate any leftovers within two hours after
preparation Discard any perishable food that has
sat at room temperature for more than two hours
Although you can safely store hot food in a
refrigerator you can help the food cool quicker by
dividing it into small containers For turkey and
other meat leftovers it is best to remove all the
meat from the bone and place it in shallow
containers or small zipper bags You can leave the
legs and wings whole Store the meat in the
refrigerator if you plan to eat it within the next three
or four days Freeze the meat if you are unsure
about how soon you will eat it Store leftover
stuffing and gravy separately from the meat Eat
refrigerated leftovers within three or four days
Consume frozen leftovers within four months
When you are ready to eat the leftovers use a
food thermometer to make sure you reheat the
food to an internal temperature of 165 degrees
Fahrenheit Use a food thermometer to ensure the
food reaches this temperature When reheating
sauces soups and gravies make sure they come
to a full rolling boil If you are reheating your
leftovers with a microwave check to make sure
there are no cold spots in the food where bacteria
could have survived Cover stir and rotate the food
for even heating in the microwave
Safely Saving
Those Holiday
Leftovers
Source Annhall Norris Extension Associate
Heart Healthy Holidays The holiday season can take a toll on our stress levels and diets However it is also important to avoid adding further stress to the season by trying to deprive yourself of foods you and your family love The trick is to find a balance Heart disease is the leading killer of both men and women in the United States but you can prevent or delay most of its effects through small ongoing lifestyle changes We can brighten up our holiday spirit by making health a priority this season Follow these small healthy tips and get ready to enjoy the season
1 Learn Your Heart-health History While the family is gathered together take time to learn about your family health history This way you can know your risks by talking to your doctor about your health history
2 Stay Active Sprinkle in some healthy behaviors with your daily activities For example park farther away when doing holiday shopping to get in a few extra steps You can even use a trip to the gym as an opportunity to catch up with friends or get some much-needed time to yourself Shoot for at least 30 minutes of activities on most days
3 Eat Healthy When possible make healthy choices However do not deprive yourself of those holiday favorites You can still enjoy some indulgences just in smaller portions If you are the host of a holiday party challenge yourself to make up a delicious and heart-healthy menu
Take Time to Recharge Give yourself the gift of peace With the busy holiday schedule make sure to take care of yourself to prevent getting run down This could be small self-care acts like a facial mask bubble bath or massage to relieve stress You might want to consider a cuddle with your favorite furry creature to take off the edge
References httpwwwheartorgHEARTORGHealthyLivingStressManagementFightStressWithHealthyHabitsHoliday-Stress-Try-These-5-Tips-for-a-Heart-Healthy-Holiday-Season_UCM_433252_ArticlejspappName=MobileApp httpswwwucsfhealthorgeducationholiday_tips_for_heart_health httpswwwcdcgovchronicdiseaseresourcesinfographichearthealthhtm httpswwwcdcgovfeatureshealthytipsindexhtml Source Natalie Jones Family Health Extension Specialist
We have scheduled the Ovarian Cancer
Screening at the UK Markey Cancer
Center in Lexington for February 17 at
2pm We have six (6) reserved spots
remaining This program is free and is
open to women ages 50 and older and to
those older than 25 who have a family
history of ovarian cancer If interested in
going please contact the Extension Office
at 270-422-4958
Ovarian Cancer Screening
NONPROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
BRANDENBURG KY
PERMIT 49
Meade County Cooperative Extension Service 1041 Old Ekron Rd Brandenburg KY 40108
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
2-Janet Hobbs 22-Deborah Foushee
3-Donna Stith 22-Charlotte Lawson
5-Liz Hawkins 26-Lois Fackler
7-Ann Duncan 27-Annette Hornsby
10-Mary Pike 27-Tina Morgan
13-Marilyn Craycroft 28-Helen Sutton
17-Debbie Canavera
18-Joanne Fitzgibbon-Whitten
18-Mary Trent
Heart Healthy Holidays The holiday season can take a toll on our stress levels and diets However it is also important to avoid adding further stress to the season by trying to deprive yourself of foods you and your family love The trick is to find a balance Heart disease is the leading killer of both men and women in the United States but you can prevent or delay most of its effects through small ongoing lifestyle changes We can brighten up our holiday spirit by making health a priority this season Follow these small healthy tips and get ready to enjoy the season
1 Learn Your Heart-health History While the family is gathered together take time to learn about your family health history This way you can know your risks by talking to your doctor about your health history
2 Stay Active Sprinkle in some healthy behaviors with your daily activities For example park farther away when doing holiday shopping to get in a few extra steps You can even use a trip to the gym as an opportunity to catch up with friends or get some much-needed time to yourself Shoot for at least 30 minutes of activities on most days
3 Eat Healthy When possible make healthy choices However do not deprive yourself of those holiday favorites You can still enjoy some indulgences just in smaller portions If you are the host of a holiday party challenge yourself to make up a delicious and heart-healthy menu
Take Time to Recharge Give yourself the gift of peace With the busy holiday schedule make sure to take care of yourself to prevent getting run down This could be small self-care acts like a facial mask bubble bath or massage to relieve stress You might want to consider a cuddle with your favorite furry creature to take off the edge
References httpwwwheartorgHEARTORGHealthyLivingStressManagementFightStressWithHealthyHabitsHoliday-Stress-Try-These-5-Tips-for-a-Heart-Healthy-Holiday-Season_UCM_433252_ArticlejspappName=MobileApp httpswwwucsfhealthorgeducationholiday_tips_for_heart_health httpswwwcdcgovchronicdiseaseresourcesinfographichearthealthhtm httpswwwcdcgovfeatureshealthytipsindexhtml Source Natalie Jones Family Health Extension Specialist
We have scheduled the Ovarian Cancer
Screening at the UK Markey Cancer
Center in Lexington for February 17 at
2pm We have six (6) reserved spots
remaining This program is free and is
open to women ages 50 and older and to
those older than 25 who have a family
history of ovarian cancer If interested in
going please contact the Extension Office
at 270-422-4958
Ovarian Cancer Screening
NONPROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
BRANDENBURG KY
PERMIT 49
Meade County Cooperative Extension Service 1041 Old Ekron Rd Brandenburg KY 40108
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
2-Janet Hobbs 22-Deborah Foushee
3-Donna Stith 22-Charlotte Lawson
5-Liz Hawkins 26-Lois Fackler
7-Ann Duncan 27-Annette Hornsby
10-Mary Pike 27-Tina Morgan
13-Marilyn Craycroft 28-Helen Sutton
17-Debbie Canavera
18-Joanne Fitzgibbon-Whitten
18-Mary Trent
We have scheduled the Ovarian Cancer
Screening at the UK Markey Cancer
Center in Lexington for February 17 at
2pm We have six (6) reserved spots
remaining This program is free and is
open to women ages 50 and older and to
those older than 25 who have a family
history of ovarian cancer If interested in
going please contact the Extension Office
at 270-422-4958
Ovarian Cancer Screening
NONPROFIT ORG
US POSTAGE PAID
BRANDENBURG KY
PERMIT 49
Meade County Cooperative Extension Service 1041 Old Ekron Rd Brandenburg KY 40108
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
2-Janet Hobbs 22-Deborah Foushee
3-Donna Stith 22-Charlotte Lawson
5-Liz Hawkins 26-Lois Fackler
7-Ann Duncan 27-Annette Hornsby
10-Mary Pike 27-Tina Morgan
13-Marilyn Craycroft 28-Helen Sutton
17-Debbie Canavera
18-Joanne Fitzgibbon-Whitten
18-Mary Trent