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Skillbuilders resumes at 10 a.m., Thursday, September 11 at the Lawrence Public Library. SKILLBUILERS is a series of programs aimed at those learning to adapt to major life changes. It provides helpful information for anyone making life changes due to the loss of a loved one, illness or other circumstances. It is a comfortable, informal discussion where questions are encouraged. The series continues through November 13.

Come for all of the programs or choose those that interest you. There is never a charge for the programs and registration is not necessary. Transportation is available by contacting Douglas County Senior Services, 785-865-6925.

Skillbuilders is sponsored by the Outreach Services of the Lawrence Public Library, Visiting Nurses Association and Douglas County Senior Services. For more information on Skillbuilders, contact Pattie Johnston at the Lawrence Public Library, 785-843-3833 extension 115.

Sept. 11 - Nov. 13SKILLBUILDERS FALL SESSION

Plan to attend the Legislative Forum sponsored by the Douglas County Coalition on Aging, Kaw Valley Older Women’s League (OWL), and the Douglas County Advocacy Council on Aging, Wednesday, October 1 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Lawrence Senior Center, 745 Vermont. State and local legislators and candidates will address issues that impact older adults in Douglas County. There are many issues that directly affect seniors and the services they often depend upon. Please take this opportunity to hear where candidates stand on the issues. No registration is necessary. For more information on this event call 842-0543.

Some seniors may be hesitant to try new technology devices. Ken Wehmeyer is

not one of them. At 87, Ken has an iPhone to stay in touch with friends and family. He also uses his iPad to browse the internet and read eBooks. His favorite iPad activity is games, including Sudoku, Solitaire, and jigsaw puzzles. Ken has been coming to the Lawrence Senior Center several times a week to play pool since he retired in 1990.

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Business Spotlight: HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE Home Instead Senior Care was founded in 1994 because of one family’s experience in caring for their grandmother. Even though the family was large, it was still a challenge to juggle the family

caregiving schedule to best care for their loved one. This experience sparked a desire in the family to build a service oriented business that would be designed to help other families going through the same challenges. What sets Home Instead Senior Care apart is its passionate dedicated CAREgivers who are trained thoroughly, helping them become extraordinary home care professionals who know what to do when situations unique to their work occur. Home Instead CAREgivers are thoroughly screened, extensively trained, insured and bonded, matched to your preferences, professional, reliable and dependable. With so many options to consider, they understand how overwhelming the decision to hire a caregiver may feel. They have a long history of quality care and personal experience. One way to get to know them is to set up a free one on one consultation to discuss care options, learn about Home Instead CAREgivers and start moving toward a solution that is best for you. Contact Gail Shaheed, owner of Home

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(If you would like to see your business spotlighted in our publication, please contact Tina Roberts at (785) 842-0543 or tinar@sunflower.com for information.)

September is National Preparedness Month and a great time to prepare ourselves and those we care most about before the next unexpected event. Usually we think of being prepared for major disasters, like tornadoes or floods, but preparedness can be used for those unexpected or isolated events such as a fire, power outage or a burst pipe.

Immediately following a major disaster, first responders are overwhelmed, which is why it is important that everyone is prepared to take care of themselves. If you and your neighbors have a plan and better yet, have practiced the plan, your community will be more resilient.

Douglas County Emergency Management is your county agency ready to assist you with tools and information to prepare, respond and recover from any disaster or unexpected event. Please, check our website http://www.douglas-county.com/depts/em/em_home.aspx and follow us on Social Media: Facebook.com/dgcoem and Twitter @dgcoem throughout the month of September for tips, and helpful links about National Preparedness Month.

JOIN US IN BEING PREPARED!Join us in being resilient!

ABCs OF ALZHEIMER’SContinues September 17

A Helping Hand Home Care and the Heart of America Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association are offering the ABCs of Alzheimer’s, a five-part lecture series providing important information about Alzheimer’s disease detection, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as helpful coping tips for caregivers. The second of these once-a-month presentations will be held September 17 from 4 to 5 p.m. at A Helping Hand Home Care’s office, 1425 Oread West Street, Suite 103 (behind the UMB Bank on Wakarusa/Bob Billings). Subsequent presentations will be October 15, November 19, and December 17.

This series is free to the community. Please RSVP before Tuesday, September 9, by calling 785-856-0192.

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Kansas Advocates for Better Care (KABC) has announced that it will honor Sandy Praeger, Kansas Insurance Commissioner with the KABC Caring Award. KABC, a

statewide non-profit organization dedicated to advocating for good quality long-term care, annually honors an individual who has demonstrated advocacy and commitment which significantly improves the quality of care and life of older Kansans needing long-term care services.

The KABC Caring Award will be presented to Praeger on October 26, 2014 during the annual Stand By Me benefit event in Lawrence.

“We are recognizing Sandy Praeger for her many years of leadership and work in promoting good quality health and long-term care for older Kansans,” said Linda Carlsen, KABC president.”In her various elected roles, she has made it a priority to advocate for government accountability in fulfilling

its oversight and enforcement roles for long-term care, support quality standards for the long-term care workforce, and promote greater access to healthcare and support services for elders living at home.”

Kansas Advocates for Better Care (KABC) is a 39 year old, not-for-profit organization (501c3)IRS designated charitable organization), beholden to no commercial interests and is supported almost entirely by donations from citizens who support our mission of improving the quality of care in all long-term settings. KABC provides assistance to older or disabled adults seeking information and guidance regarding long-term care placements and services and help to resolve problems with the care they receive from facilities or other long-term service providers. KABC provides information and education to public policy makers and advocates for policies that will improve the quality of long-term care in Kansas. (www.kabc.org)

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With the largest ever known theft of Internet credentials from early August just barely in our rearview mirror, I thought this would be an excellent opportunity to review some of the reminders and tips of what you can do to keep you and your Internet accounts safe. I know changing and upgrading all of your account passwords is a tremendous headache, but it is not near the headache it would be if your accounts were hacked and your personal information was stolen. The old adage, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” certainly comes to mind.

So what would make your accounts less vulnerable? Actually, you can

do multiple things.

You may want to consider signing up for an account with a password manager. With a password manager, you configure all of your logon credentials with that one account and you then access your sites through your new password manager account via a strong, master password. For even more security, some of the password managers (possibly only at the premium levels) offer two-factor authentication, which even further reduce the possibility of your account being compromised. A few of the more commonly known managers are KeePass, LastPass and Dashlane, which all have free versions. Cyber-security experts,

however, seem to be somewhat divided on the value of password managers and some of them believe your most sensitive accounts such as financial and e-mail accounts should not be placed into password managers. There are many password manager sites available so if you decide to go this route, do your homework and choose a reputable site with a proven track record. Finally, remember your password manager depends heavily on you choosing a secure master password. There is more on that topic below.

You need to ensure you are using strong passwords for your accounts. You do not want to use a word that can be found in the dictionary. So if you do not use a word, how do you remember your password? Steal a tip from the pro’s and create an anagram from a sentence and use symbols and numbers to make it more complicated. For example, My dog Ate my Homework Yesterday evening!14 would become MdAmHYe!14. While that string of random letters would be very difficult to remember, the phrase makes it much easier. Another way of creating a strong password is by stringing a group of non-related, smaller words together to form a longer phrase, such as sailedcatTop78. Make certain your nonsense phrase has eight or more characters and never re-use the same password at more than one site.

Here are some additional safety tips:• Change all of your passwords every 60 days.If you cannot manage to get this done, even every six months would set you way ahead

of the pack. Set a tickler on your calendar to remind yourself.• Never use your name as your password or part of your password.• Do not use milestone dates such as birthdays or anniversaries.• Do not use family members’ first or middle names.• Never use simple, adjacent keyboard patterns such as zxcvb or ghjkl.• If you insist on using words found in the dictionary, add numbers and/or symbols at the beginning and end. • Do not even consider using the most easily guessed passwords such as “password” or “123456.”

I hope this information was helpful to you and you will put these tips into action. Please pass this information on to anyone you believe may benefit from it. As always, for general consumer protection information, please contact my consumer protection division at 785-330-2849. We are always ready to serve the citizens of Douglas County.

(Information in this article came from “Password Do’s and Don’ts,” Krebs Security, Molly Wood, “How to Keep Data Out of Hackers’ Hands,” New York Times, “Best Practices for Password Management,” Stay Safe Online and Elizabeth Palermo, “Should You Use a Password Manager,” Tom’s Guide. This article is not intended to provide legal advice. Legal advice can only be provided in an attorney-client relationship. This information must not be relied on as a substitute for obtaining legal advice from a licensed attorney.)

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SEPTMEBER 2014 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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1 DCSS CLOSED for Labor Day Holiday

2 Grief Support Group, 10:30 a.m., Pioneer Ridge,4851 Harvard Road, in association with Grace Hospice. For information call Dave Jenkins, 785-228-0400.

8 Breast Cancer Support Group, 5:30 p.m., Presbyterian Manor, 1429 Kasold. For information, call 842-5250 or 840-2768.

10 Welcome to Medicare Meeting, 12 to 1 p.m., Lawrence Senior Center. Informational meeting for those new to Medicare. For information call 842-0543.

13 Fibromyalgia & Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group, “Focus on Improvement.” Location varies. Please call Rachel at 979-5393 or Jean at 865-0016 for information.

15 DCSS Caregiver Support Group, 2:15-3:45 p.m., Lawrence Senior Center. For information call Janet, 842-0543.

16 Parkinson’s Support Group, 2 p.m., First Presbyterian Church. For more information call Elaine, 760-1026.

16 Stroke Support Group, 4 p.m., Lawrence Memorial Hospital. For more information call 785-505-2886.

16 Grief Support Group, 10:30 a.m., Pioneer Ridge,4851 Harvard Road, in association with Grace Hospice. For information call Dave Jenkins at 785-228-0400.

17 Douglas County Coalition on Aging (DCCOA), 8 a.m., Lawrence Senior Center.

17 Kansas Veteran’s Commission discussion of benefits for low-income veterans and surviving spouses, 1:30 p.m., Lawrence Senior Center. For information call Rick Massey at 843-5233.

18 Alzheimer’s Association - Heart of America Chapter Caregiver Support Group, 5:30-6:45 p.m., Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Conference Room D-South. For information contact Kelly Jones at alz.org or 913-831-3888.

19 Low Vision/Blind Outreach Ministry Dinner, 5:30 p.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church and Student Center, 2104 Bob Billings Parkway (15th and Iowa St. adjacent to KU Campus). This group meets for dinners, social and speaker events, as well as day trips. RSVP encouraged for purpose of dinner reservations. Anyone in the community that is blind or has low vision is welcome. For information call 843-0620.

22 Breast Cancer Support Group, 5:30 p.m., Presbyterian Manor, 1429 Kasold. For information, call 842-5250 or 840-2768.

October 1 DCCOA/OWL Legislative Forum 2-4 p.m., Lawrence Senior Center

The University Bridge Club of Lawrence meets Saturdays from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Contact Cora at 842-5567 for more information.

If you would like your meeting listed in the calendar of events, please contact DCSS at 842-0543.

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September 10Are you new to Medicare? Do you have questions? Join Community Services Program Assistant and Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas (SHICK) Coordinator Criss Tomlin for this overview of the Medicare program from noon to 1 p.m., Wednesday September 10. Participants are free to bring their lunch or reserve one through our Senior Meals program. For more information please contact Criss at Douglas County Senior Services, 785-842-0543 or toll free 1-877-295-3277.

Don’t miss the 35th Annual Fall Arts and Crafts Festival sponsored by Lawrence Parks and Recreation. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, September 7, in historic South Park, 1141 Massachusetts St. It is the perfect opportunity to get out and enjoy the fall weather in beautiful Downtown Lawrence.

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It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you’ve probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel.

That’s the reason for GriefShare, a special seminar and support group for people grieving the loss of someone close. This group is sponsored by First Christian Church, led by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time.

Each GriefShare session includes a video and seminar featuring top experts on grief and recovery subjects. These

videos also include on-location video and the real-life stories of people who have experienced losses like yours You’ll also have the opportunity to interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, learn about their experiences and have the opportunity to share your own.

This session, September 11 - December 11, will meet on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at First Christian Church, 1000 Kentucky St. An afternoon session will be arranged if there is enough interest. Please register by contacting Lori Myrick (843-3072), lorijom@att.net or Glenda Brenton (843-3469), jgcbrenton@sunflower.com.

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I’ve done a lot of diets with strict rules but usually end up gaining the weight back. I don’t know how else to keep eating under control to get back to a healthier weight. What do you suggest?

It sounds like you are afraid that without a lot of rules, you will eat uncontrollably and excessively. I’ve worked with many patients over the years who voiced such fears. With so much high-calorie

food available everywhere it can be easy to overeat, especially for those who are highly responsive to cues from the sight or smell of food. Although relying on an overly rigid set of rules to control eating can help weight loss in the short run, people often find they can’t continue long-term, and then their eating feels more out-of-control than ever.

Fortunately, there are alternative strategies. One, called “flexible restraint,” involves developing skills to make positive choices, rather than being held hostage by impulsive urges and old behavior patterns. It’s the sweet spot of knowing that you can balance having an overall healthy eating pattern with occasionally choosing high-calorie, less healthful foods in small amounts. Intervention studies that help people abandon rigid rules and develop this

flexible restraint approach have shown improved long-term weight control and better psychological wellbeing.

This approach involves learnable skills, including listening to body cues of hunger and fullness, coping with emotions and impulses, and developing positive and accepting (rather than perfectionistic) patterns of thinking and self-talk. It’s about switching focus from a diet to a livable healthy lifestyle. This includes preparing healthy foods in ways that you truly savor, as well as developing habits for getting regular physical activity, dealing with stress, and spending time with people you enjoy. Most registered dietitian nutritionists (RD/RDNs) are trained in helping people develop these skills, so I encourage you to seek their help. To locate an RD/RDN in your community, visit the website of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (http://eatright.org) and enter your zip code to find one.

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Fridays at the Lawrence Senior Center means POPCORN. Receptionist Charlene Haines whips up several batches each week to offer to those who come into the center. This photo was taken on a recent Friday afternoon. Pictured from left to right are Tom Wilson, Paul Penny, Charlene Haines, Ron Fox, and Bev Mumford.

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Join Veteran Service Representative Rick Massey for a discussion on cash assistance provided by the VA for low-income veterans and surviving spouses age 65 and over. The presentation will be held Wednesday, September 17 at 1:30 p.m. at the Lawrence Senior Center. For information, call 785-843-5233.

Kansas Commission on Veterans’ Affairspresentation Sept. 17

The Vintage Players meet at 1:30 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at Theatre Lawrence, 4660 Bauer Farm Drive. Welcome to all Seniors who like to laugh and have fun. The Vintage Players share skits and one-liners with each other at performances in the community. For more information on the Vintage Players, please call Mary Ann at 843-7469, ext. 201.

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Come out to watch the Lawrence Pickleball Tournament September 13 and 14. Maybe you’ve heard about pickleball, and you’ve wondered what it’s all about. Here’s your chance to watch experienced players compete. The tournament will be held on the outdoor pickleball courts at Lyons Park, 700 Lyon St. in Lawrence. In the case of inclement weather, the location will change to the indoor courts at the East Lawrence Recreation Center. Games will begin at 8 a.m.

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Our drivers provide Door to Door assistance.RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL RIDES except for fixed stops.

SCHEDULE EARLY: Due to a heavy demand for transportation, rides may be scheduled as far in advance as 7 days or as little as 48 hours.

You should be ready to board 15 minutes prior to your scheduled ride.Daily fixed stop: 1:15 PM Monday through Thursday from the Lawrence Senior Center.COST: $ 3.00 for each one way trip within the city limits of each community.

$15.00 for trips outside of the city limits. (Example: a one way trip from Eudora to Lawrence) For detailed policy information, please call 785-865-6925 and ask for a Policy Manual.

Baldwin City has a Volunteer Transportation Program.

For Reservations or information about rides in Baldwin City call 785-594-3376.

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Leisure and Learning CataLogLeisure and Learning Catalog - Course Description

Call 842-0543 to enroll

Douglas County Senior Services offers a variety of programs for active Douglas County residents age 55 and over. In our catalog you will also see some Lawrence Parks and Recreation classes, and trips offered by Group Getaways. Please note the enrollment and payment information for the program(s) for which you wish to register.

• To enroll in a DCSS activity, fill out the registration form in this newsletter and mail it with your check (payable to DCSS) to: Douglas County Senior Services, Leisure and Learning Department, 745 Vermont St., Lawrence, KS 66044. Walk-ins are welcome. For information call 785-842-0543.

• Lawrence Parks and Recreation registration is located at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

• For Group Getaways trips, please contact Darla Bass at mygroupgetaways@gmail.com or 785-215-8875.

DCSS refund/credit policy: A full refund or credit will be given for all classes, events or trips 30 days prior to the class or event, except theater tickets that are bought in advance and are non-refundable. Less than 30 days prior, refunds will be given for medical hardships, approved emergencies, and events canceled or rescheduled by the department. A 10 percent administrative charge will be deducted from refunds for cancellations less than one week in advance.

Partial class scholarships may be available for seniors who qualify. Scholarships will be considered upon completion of application in the Leisure and Learning office.

Reasonable accommodations can be made for special needs. Registration must specify needs and provide information at time of enrollment.

HEALTH & FITNESS

Yoga for Every Body (Douglas County Senior Services)Tuesdays, September 2 - October 28, 3-4 p.m. Fee: $28. Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Instructor: Susan Rieger.

This gentle yoga class encourages freedom in all the joints, increases core and leg strength, improves balance,

and leaves the participant feeling mentally and physically relaxed and restored. Previous participants report feeling stronger, having more energy, and sleeping better. Please bring a yoga mat and wear clothes which allow you to move easily.

Yoga (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Mondays, September 8 - October 27, 5:15-6:15 p.m. Fee: $30. Location: Carnegie Building. Instructor: Alison Dishinger.

For ages 50 and over. A less vigorous beginners’ class adapted for older adults. Stretch stiff muscles and learn to correctly align your spine through slow, progressive traction. While using the full capacity of the lungs through correct breathing, you will completely oxygenate the body and brain, improving blood circulation and your sense of well-being. Register at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

Blood Pressure CheckTuesday, September 9, 10:30-12:30 a.m. Fee: None. Location: Lawrence Senior Center. High blood pressure is a silent killer. It is important to monitor your blood pressure on a regular basis. Monthly blood pressure checks are provided free of charge by Advanced Home Care.

A.M. Walking Club (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)Need exercise? Come to the East Lawrence Recreation Center from 7-10 a.m., Monday through Friday. You’ll get your

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Stepping On (Douglas County Senior Services)Tuesdays, September 23 - November 4, 1-3 p.m. Fee: $25. Location: Lawrence Public Library. Minimum: 10. Maximum: 16.

Join us for this 7-week, community-based workshop where you will learn balance and strength exercises, and develop specific knowledge and skills to prevent falls. This program is conducted by trained and certified instructors and also features community experts who will discuss topics relevant to reducing your fall risk. This program is co-sponsored by Douglas County Senior Services, Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Lawrence Douglas County Housing Authority, and the Lawrence Public Library. A 5-pound ankle weight used for strengthening exercises is included. Limited spots available, please register early by calling 842-0543.

Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi - ages 60 and up (Lawrence Parks and Recreation) Mondays and Fridays, September 8 - October 31, 10-11 a.m. Fee: $44. Location: Community Building. Instructor: Susan Pomeroy.

This program is designed to improve the quality of life for people with arthritis using Sun

style Tai Chi, one of the four major recognized styles of Tai Chi. This style includes agile steps and exercises that may improve mobility, breathing and relaxation. The movements don’t require deep bending or squatting, which makes it easier and more comfortable to learn. Register at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

Intermediate Tai Chi - ages 60 and up (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)Wednesdays, September 10 - October 29, 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. Fee: $30. Location: Community Building. Instructor: Susan Pomeroy.

This ancient Chinese movement improves strength, flexibility, concentration and balance by combining gentle physical movement and mental discipline. Slow movements also strengthen muscles and joints, not to mention reduce stress, fatigue and the risk of falls due to increased balance. Register at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

Chair Exercise (Douglas County Senior Services)Wednesdays and Fridays (ongoing) 11-11:30 a.m. Fee: None. Location: Lawrence Senior Center.

Pickleball - Ladder League (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)Thursdays, 9-10 a.m., and Saturdays, 10-11 a.m. Fee: $25. Registration deadline: September 5. Start date: September 24. Location: East Lawrence Center.

A combination of tennis, badminton and ping pong, Pickleball has been quickly gaining in popularity since its invention in 1965. In the ladder league, individual players will be ranked, week to week, based on their winning percentage. Register at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

Pickleball - Open Play (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)Monday-Friday at the East Lawrence Center. For competitive, recreational and beginning players. Call the East Lawrence Center (832-7950) for specific days and times. There is no charge

for open play. A great opportunity for newcomers to try this fun sport.

Flexercise (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 9 - October 30, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Fee: $44. Location: East Lawrence Rec Center. Instructor: Becky Achen.

Designed for people ages 50 and over. Emphasizes safe and beneficial movements and routines that will increase your flexibility, strength and endurance. Designed for all levels of fitness. Register at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

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EDUCATION, HOBBY & FINANCE

AARP Smart Driver Course (Douglas County Senior Services)Thursday and Friday, September 25-26, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Fee: $15 for AARP Members, $20 for non-members. Location: Lawrence Senior Center.

Refresh your driving skills with the AARP Smart Driver Course. You will learn defensive driving techniques, proven safety strategies, and new traffic laws and rules of the road. Plus, there are no tests to pass; simply sign up and learn. Upon completion

you could receive a multi-year discount on your car insurance. Lunch from noon to 1 p.m. on your own. Limited spots available, please call 842-0543 to register.

Fundamentals of Estate Planning (Douglas County Senior Services)Tuesday, September 9, 6 -7:30 p.m. Fee: None. Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Instructor: Robert Ramsdell.

Death is a certainty, incapacity a possibility. You need to plan for both. Fundamentals of Estate Planning will help you create those plans. The class covers what happens under

intestate succession if you die without a plan; the uses of a Will or Revocable Living Trust; an overview of probate administration; the impact of estate and gift taxes; non-testamentary transfer options, such as holding property in a joint tenancy; powers of attorney for financial and healthcare decision-making; Living Wills and Do Not Resuscitate Directives; and a very general overview of how limitations on Medicaid eligibility might affect your assets. The presentation lasts about an hour, followed by an open question-and-answer period.

Tree Treasures Tour (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)Tuesday, September 16, 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. Fee: $17. Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Instructor: Jon Standing.

Take a tour to appreciate and learn about the biggest and most beautiful trees of Lawrence. Emphasis will be on the biology, history, and value of these remarkable specimens. Register at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

Historical Home Tour (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)Wednesday, September 24, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee: $17. Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Instructor: Katie Armitage.

Take a bus ride through 100 years of Lawrence history. We will view and learn about two early homes from 1858, the Italianate-style houses of the 1870s and

1880s, the large Victorian houses of the 1890s, the four squares of the 1900s, and finally consider the 1956 hyperbolic paraboloid house, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Register at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

Beginning Spanish (Douglas County Senior Services)Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m. (ongoing) Fee: None. Location: Lawrence Senior Center Board Room. Instructor: Jim Bennett.

This course will stress some of the basics of the Spanish language and useful words and phrase. Bring your English to Spanish Dictionary.

Intermediate Spanish (Douglas County Senior Services)Mondays, 1-2 p.m. (ongoing) Fee: None. Location: Lawrence Senior Center Board Room. Instructor: Jim Bennett.

Focus is on reading and conversation. Bring your English to Spanish Dictionary.

Social Mah Jongg (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)Mondays, 2:30-4:30 p.m. October 6 - November 10. Fee: $5. Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Instructor: Beth Hart.

For ages 50 and over. A simplified Mah Jongg game that will be familiar to rummy players. We will play with the beautiful Chinese tiles and an emphasis on fun over competition. Register at the

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Contra Dancing (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)Thursdays, 7:30-8:30 p.m., September 11 - October 16. Fee: $30. Location: Carnegie Building. Instructors: Susan Rieger and Susan MacNally.

For ages 50 and over. Contra Dance is a traditional, fun dance style performed in two long lines, facing each other, to lively fiddle music. It is a great way to do exercise that benefits both the body and brain. All levels of dance experience and fitness are welcome in this friendly, welcoming environment. Register at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

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Acrylic Painting Class (Douglas County Senior Services)Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Fee: $20 per session. Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Instructor: Lori Dalrymple (local area and national artist).

Join Lori as she teaches acrylic painting to students of all levels of expertise. No need to pre-register. Supplies not included. If you already have supplies please bring them and if you are starting out and need assistance in getting supplies, please call Lori at 785-917-0118.

Downtown Tuesday Painters (Douglas County Senior Services)Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Fee: None. Location: Lawrence Senior Center Conference Room.

Bring your painting project and supplies and join the Downtown Tuesday Painters.

Basic Felting Techniques (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., November 3 - November 24. Fee: $45 - supplies provided. Location: Carnegie Building. Instructor: Jill Zinn.

For ages 50 and over. Felting is an age-old craft that creates beautiful pieces by applying moisture, heat and pressure to wool. This introductory class will teach techniques of wet felting, needle felting and recycling felt. Students will create two and three dimensional pieces, pre-felts and apply basic surface design techniques. Register at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

MUSIC

New Horizons Band (Douglas County Senior Services) (Ongoing) Resumes on Fridays beginning September.

Clarinet Rehearsal (Douglas County Senior Services) (Ongoing) Resumes on Fridays in September.

Intergenerational Choir - NEW! (Douglas County Senior ServicesNow forming! Seniors with an interest in singing are invited to join students from the University of Kansas to participate in an Intergenerational Choir. We will sing popular music from yesterday and today. The group will be led by

music therapy students from KU. The Intergenerational Choir will rehearse once a week, and perform once or twice a semester. Look for more information in the upcoming months! If you have any questions about the program, please feel free to contact Emilyjane Pyle (one of the group leaders) at emilyjane.pyle.ep@gmail.com. We cannot wait to get to know you! (Don’t have email? Call Janet at 842-0543.)

DAY/SHORT TRIPS

Powell Gardens & Cockrell Mercantile (Group Getaways)Wednesday, October 1. Fee: $79. Pick-up/Drop-off location: Lawrence.

This gardening getaway takes us to beautiful Powell Gardens, located in Kingsville, MO. Explore over 970 acres of botanical bliss and also visit the Marjorie Powell Allen Chapel. Lunch is included. Next enjoy a unique shopping adventure at Cockrell Mercantile which consists of 5 distinctive building in a county setting. For information and reservations please contact Darla Bass at mygroupgetaways@gmail.com or 785-215-8875. Detailed fliers available at the Lawrence Senior Center.

Wonders of Kansas Day Trip (Lawrence Parks and Recreation)October date to be confirmed, Leave from the Community Building (11th and Vermont) at 9 a.m. and

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Pattie Johnston, PresidentDennis Domer, Vice President

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return 3:30 p.m. Fee: $40 (plus lunch on your own).This day trip (non-chartered bus) will take us to two nominees for the 8 Wonders of Kansas-the Davis Memorial in Hiawatha and St. Maryís Catholic Church in St. Benedict with a stop for lunch in Seneca. The Davis Memorial, a massive marble cemetery memorial, was nominated for both its grandeur and controversy. St. Mary’s Church was nominated for its simple limestone exterior and grand interior of lavish ornamentation, leaded windows, statuary and murals and the fact that it is the only known G.F. Satory-painted church to be so preserved! Register at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., 832-7920.

ENTERTAINMENT

Theatre Lawrence Dress Rehearsal - “Little Shop of Horrors”Thursday, September 18, show starts at 7:30 p.m. Fee: None. Location: Theatre Lawrence. Winner! Best Musical 1983: Drama Desk, Outer Critics, and Drama Critics Circle Awards

This affectionate spoof of 1950’s

sci-fi movies became one of Off-Broadway’s longest running shows. A down-and-out floral assistant becomes famous when he discovers an exotic plant with a craving for fresh blood. Soon “Audrey II” grows into an ill-tempered carnivore offering fortune in exchange for feeding its growing appetite, finally revealing itself to be an alien creature poised for global domination!

Note: Due to limited number of available dress rehearsal tickets, only 2 tickets will be allowed per request. Tickets will be distributed after a random drawing a week before the dress rehearsal date. Call DCSS 842-0543.

Pool & Coffee (Ongoing)• Lawrence Senior Center, Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8 a.m.• Baldwin Senior Center, Monday • Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Bingo (Ongoing)• Lawrence Senior Center: Thursdays, 11-11:45 a.m.• Eudora Dining Center: Wednesdays, 12:30-1 p.m.

Board Games, Dominos, and Cards (Ongoing)• Lawrence Senior Center: Mondays, 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Popcorn Fridays (Ongoing)Every Friday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Fee: None, but donations appreciated. Location: Lawrence Senior Center. Join us each Friday afternoon to enjoy a bag of freshly popped popcorn, just like you’d get at the movie theater. What a perfect snack to start off the weekend. Limit 1 free bag per person, while supplies last.

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All Rehearsals and Concerts are held at 4 p.m. on Fridays, unless otherwise noted. Rehearsals are held at the Lawrence Senior Center, 745 Vermont. Band Director John Towner encourages anyone interested in playing to join. Dues are $5 for the year. Contact John Towner at 785-865-3519 or 785-865-8851 (cell), or by email at towner@sunflower.com.

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NOVEMBER7 - Meadowlark Estates13 - Music Club, Brandon Woods Smith Center (1:45 p.m.)14 - Rehearsal21 - Presbyterian Manor (4:30 p.m.)28 - Closed (Thanksgiving Break)

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On the go? In a hurry? No time to sit and eat?Senior Meals Grab & Go is the answer!

Carry-out meals are available to seniors age 60 and over and their spouses who need a fast, nutritious meal on the go. Call any Senior Dining Center at least a day in advance to reserve your meal, and it will be ready to Grab & Go. A donation of $3.25 per meal is suggested. For more information about the Senior Dining Center nearest you, see the listings in this newsletter. Home delivered meals for homebound seniors are also available.

Call the Senior Meals Program at 842-0543 for information.

Lawrence Senior CenterKathryn Newman, coordinator

842-0543 745 Vermont, Lawrence

Babcock Dining CenterMargaret Hawkins, coordinator

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Eudora Dining CenterCarol Mason, coordinator

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Baldwin Senior CenterMaxine Scott, coordinator

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For information about meals in Lecompton, call 842-0543.

DINING CENTER LOCATIONSPlease call by 11 a.m. on the day before to make a reservation. All meals are served by Noon. All DCSS Dining Centers meet accessibility guidelines established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). A donation of $3.25 per meal is suggested. To cancel a meal at any of the dining centers please call 785-842-0543 and leave a message.

SEPTEMBERMenu EntréesMonday, September 1 - CLOSED for HOLIDAYTuesday, September 2 - Chicken & NoodlesWednesday, September 3 - Turkey with GravyThursday, September 4 - BBQ BrisketFriday, September 5 - Chicken Enchiladas

Monday, September 8 - Sloppy JoeTuesday, September 9 - Chicken NuggetsWednesday, September 10 - Beef Stew with VegetablesThursday, September 11 - Taco SaladFriday, September 12 - Pork Tenderloin

Monday, September 15 - Beef ChiliTuesday, September 16 - Chicken SpaghettiWednesday, September 17 - Rib SandwichThursday, September 18 - Baked ChickenFriday, September 19 - Swiss Steak

Monday, September 22 - BBQ BeefTuesday, September 23 - Peppercorn ChickenWednesday, September 24 - Pinto Beans & HamThursday, September 25 - Stroganoff Meatballs with Linguini NoodlesFriday, September 26 - Boneless Pork Chop

Monday, September 29 - Polish SausageTuesday, September 30 - Beef Enchiladas

(Menu subject to change without notice.)

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LEGALESE

Q: My husband and I owned our home together. Since he has died, my grandson suggested that I put his name on the deed so that the property would not have to be probated after my death. It this a good idea?

A: No. Joint tenancy exists when property is transferred so that there is ownership by two or more people in the same property, at the same time. Under this arrangement, each co-owner (joint tenant) has an equal right to the benefits of ownership and each has a right to occupy the whole of the property. The type of joint ownership you and your husband had was “joint tenancy with right of survivorship.” Typically, married people own their homes this way because it matches the partnership nature

of the marriage relationship. On the death of any joint tenant, the property interest of the deceased person terminates automatically, and the property is owned outright by the remaining tenant(s). It is this feature of joint tenancy - the “survivorship” mechanism avoids probate - which has led some people to believe that joint tenancy in real estate is a good substitute for a Will. Adding your grandson to the deed of your home as a joint tenant with rights of survivorship, however, could cause some potentially serious complications of which you should be aware. First, you would be conveying a present interest in your home; he becomes a co-owner at the time you make the transfer. Possible problems could include:

• If you decide to sell your home, you cannot do so without his permission, and he is entitled to one-half the proceeds of the sale. • At some point, you may wish that your grandson would give

the property back to you, but he generally cannot be compelled to do so. • If your grandson is married and his wife sues for divorce, the divorce court could award her some or all of the property in his name including his interest in your home.• If your grandson gets sick and incurs large medical bills, his interest in your home is an asset that could be subject to claims of his creditors.• Finally, because adding your grandson’s name to your deed as a joint tenant has the legal effect of making a present gift to him, you could run afoul of the rules which penalize gifts made by people seeking Medicaid eligibility for nursing home care. You see, you can’t give your property away, even a part of your property, and then expect immediate assistance from the State of Kansas with the cost of your care in a nursing home.

Fundamentally, joint tenancy is the wrong tool to make a gift of an interest in property in the

future, because it confers rights of ownership in the present. There is a much simpler solution: Since July 1997, Kansas has authorized Transfer on Death (TOD) deeds. You can name a beneficiary (or beneficiaries) at death without the adverse consequences of joint tenancy. You will not encumber your property during your lifetime and you will avoid probate.

The lesson here is that joint tenancy is a simple subject with complicated, sometimes unintended, and possibly far-reaching consequences. It is not a substitute for a Will. Before you make a gift in joint tenancy, you should contact your family lawyer or get in touch with the Senior Citizen Law Project attorney in your area by calling the Kansas Elder Law Hotline at 1-888-353-5337. (Editor’s Note: Molly M. Wood is a partner at Stevens & Brand, L.L.P., in Lawrence, Kansas. If you have a legal question or concern, call your attorney, or you may contact the Kansas Elder Law Hotline, a toll-free legal advice and referral service for Kansas Seniors, 1-(888)-353-5337. The Elder Law Project attorney is available by appointment in Douglas County at the Lawrence Senior Center, 842-0543.)

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