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May 2013

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May 2013 Seniors Resource Guide Article Highlights
This May we have articles on topics such as prescription assistance, volunteerism (do you know about RSVP?), financial planning for older adults, dealing with lifestyle change due to health and age, simple ‘homemade’ food to two articles on caregiving that both deal with being better prepared. The two articles to check out our “Who Cares?” which talks about one person’s caregiver journey and then “10 Reasons …” which highlights how technology can make a caregiver’s journey easier. The point of highlighting all of the articles is don’t bury your head in the sand – actively pursue ideas and resources and get prepared for aging whether you are the senior, boomer, adult child or professional – expand your knowledge of senior resources.

10 Reasons ... to use Personal Health Organizer & Communications Hub
Does this Happen in your Community?
Remember When Food was Simple and Made at Home?
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance
The Wisdom & Experience of Older Volunteers
When Needs Change
Who Cares?
Working with Elder Parents in Planning Financially for their Long Term Care
Visit our Senior Resource Article Archive – Read More

eNews Review
Below is a list of articles (and video) that caught our attention. In regard to articles dealing with political issues, if you like or don’t like what you are reading pick up the phone and call Washington D.C. and share a comment in your Facebook, LinkedIn or Google Circle. Please share both the positive and the negative in a constructive manner.

Looking at the bright side – this is a beautiful country. Take a moment and view photographs taken by employees of the U.S. Bureau of Land Management – Click Here
Some states are putting limits on prescriptions for those on Medicaid – Read More
Walking is a good as running but … - Read More
For those under 65 and buying your own health insurance – Read More
Walgreens expanding the scope of what they will treat in some of their Wellness Clinics – Read More
Some Cancer Clinics turning away Medicare Patients – Read More
Boomers divorcing more? – Read More
Here is a link to how to contact your government officials – Click Here

Holidays & Special Events in April

May

National BBQ Month
Older Americans Month
National Salad Month
National Blood Pressure Month
National Recommitment Month
1st week of May is Nurses Week
3rd week of May is National Bike Week
4th week of May is Emergency Medical Services week
Armed Forces Day
Cinco de Mayo
Memorial Day
Mother’s Day
Learn more at www.HolidayInsights.com and www.TimeAndDate.com

May 2013 is Older Americans Month
Starting in 1963 May has been a month to appreciate and celebrate older adults and their contributions. 2013’s theme for Older American’s month is Unleash the Power of Age. This is an appropriate statement with how older Americans spending their retirement years and being active much longer.
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May 3 - 4, 2013
Pittsburgh Marathon and GNC Health and Fitness Expo
Location: David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Address: 1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
The GNC Live Well Pittsburgh Health and Fitness Expo is one of the many exciting events that will be held on race weekend, May 3 and May 4, 2013; it's free and open to the public. Registered runners, families running with children in the Kids Marathon, race fans and fitness enthusiasts from throughout the region will attend the Expo and it serves as the hub for racers and spectators with packet pick up and clinics on Friday and Saturday. Products, goods, services, entertainment and information will be featured during the two-day event. The Expo will focus on all aspects of health and wellness for people of all ages.
pittsburghmarathon.com/Expo.asp

May 3 - 5, 2013
Abilities Expo New York Metro
Location: New Jersey Convention Center
Imagine everything you need, all under one roof! For more than 30 years, Abilities Expo has been the go-to source for the Community of people with disabilities, their families, seniors, veterans and healthcare professionals. Every event opens your eyes to new technologies, new possibilities, new solutions and new opportunities to change your life. Where else can you discover ability-enhancing products and services, play a few adaptive sports, learn new dance moves, attend informative workshops and only scratch the surface of what Abilities Expo has to offer? Register today.
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May 6 – 12, 2013 National Nurses Week
National Nurses Week is celebrated annually from May 6th through May 12th celebrating the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. Visit the American Nursing Association to learn more about the history of National Nurses Week.
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May 2013
Surgeon General’s Every Body Walk Campaign
First Lady Michelle Obama, HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, and Surgeon General Regina Benjamin are joining together to help Americans lead healthier lives through better nutrition, regular physical activity, and improving communities to support healthy choices. The Surgeon General Regina M. Benjamin, M.D., M.B.A. says, “Americans will be more likely to change their behavior if they have a meaningful reward--something more than just reaching a certain weight or dress size. The real reward is invigorating, energizing, joyous health. It is a level of health that allows people to embrace each day and live their lives to the fullest without disease or disability."
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May 1, 15 & 22, 2013
Walk with the Surgeon General on Capitol Hill
Location: Washington, D.C.
Join Surgeon General Regina Benjamin to kick off the Surgeon General’s Every Body Walk! campaign with a series of 1-mile walks on Capitol Hill during the month of May. Walks will be held from noon to 1:00PM on May 1st, May 15th and May 22nd. Walkers will start and finish in front of the Hubert H. Humphrey Bldg., 200 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20201.
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May 8, 2013 – Wednesday, 7:00PM – 9:00PM
The Conversation Project
Location: Spice of Life Event Center
Address: 5706 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO
It is hard to talk about the end of life. But you know what is harder? When you don’t. Ellen Goodman, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and founder of The Conversation Project, will talk about her work on a national level and with local organizers to create an initiative that will foster family conversations about this taboo topic. Attendees will leave with ideas about how to start 'the conversation' with their own families or friends. Tickets are available online and are just $10 and cover handouts and refreshments.
www.regonline.com/conversationproject

May 9, 2013 – Thursday, 9:30AM - 12:00PM
SENIOR FAIR at Village of North Riverside
Location: Village of North Riverside
Address: 2401 South DesPlaines Avenue, North Riverside, IL
Plan to attend our Senior Fair. There is free admission, free refreshments, 50+ exhibitors along with Secretary of State Mobile Unit, Rules of the Road, free health screenings and more.
www.northriverside-il.org

May 10, 2013 – Friday, 9:30AM - 10:30AM
Community 101: Living Within, Between, and Beyond Our Walls at Windsor Park
Location: Windsor Park, a Covenant Retirement Community
Address: 124 Windsor Park Drive, Carol Stream, IL
The Windsor Park Center for Lifelong Learning will host a free seminar series to address the challenges of living in a community. Emily Langan, Ph.D., professor of communications at Wheaton College, will be at Windsor Park on Friday, May 10, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Langan’s presentation, “Community 101: Living Within, Between, and Beyond Our Walls,” extends beyond living in a retirement community. The principles: what it means to develop relationships, the challenges of life together, and how this impacts our responsibility to social justice, relate to living in any community says Langan. “Focusing on the community aspect of relationships allows us to think about how we relate to people not entirely as individuals but also as part of a bigger picture,” she explained. For more information or to RSVP for one of our upcoming events, call 877-491-9202.
www.windsorparkillinois.org

May 15, 2013
24th Annual Salute to Seniors
Location: Colorado Convention Center
Address: 700 14th St, Denver, 80202
For the past 23 years, The Colorado Gerontological Society hosted the largest senior information and entertainment fair in Colorado. This is possible only with the support and energy of the hundreds of senior-oriented businesses and services who participate. With over 2000 attendees every year, the Salute offers the widest exposure for your company. Individuals from across the Front Range frequently attend and bring a statewide angle to your business.
www.senioranswers.org/index.php?q=node/178

May 29, 2013
20th annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day
Older adults across America will participate in activities at more than 1,000 locations throughout the U.S. on Wednesday, May 29, 2013. May 29th is the 20th annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day. The goal for this day: to help keep older Americans healthy and fit.
www.fitnessday.com/senior/

May 27, 2013
Memorial Day in the U.S.
Memorial Day is a Federal Holiday in the United States that occurs on the last Monday in May. Memorial Day is a day of remembering the men and women who died while serving their country in one of the branches of the armed forces. Learn more about this special day. Learn more with Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
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May 31 – June 1, 2013
Life@50+ National Event from AARP
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center
Address: 3150 Paradise Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89109
AARP has announced that comedic legends Don Rickles and Bob Newhart will open Life@50+ in Las Vegas event. Las Vegas with its five-star resorts, world-class restaurants, stylish boutiques, spectacular nightlife and entertainment will make this a tremendous event. Learn more at the AARP website.
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June 2013

June 5 – 9, 2013
36th Annual Rocky Mountain Senior Games
Location: Greeley, Colorado
The 36th annual Rocky Mountain Senior Games is presented by Humana on June 5-9, 2013 in Greeley, Colorado. Online registration is available. Registration booklets will be mailed to 2012 participants without an email address and to those who request a copy. If you would like to add your name to our mailing list please call 970-350-9433 with your name and address or email your info to rmsg@greeleygov.com.
www.rockymountainseniorgames.com

June 7 - 9, 2013
The Health Freedom Expo - Long Beach, CA
Location: Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Ctr.
Address: 1551 Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg, IL 60173
The Health Freedom Expo is a 501c(3) non-profit organization sponsored by The HealthKeepers Alliance, a lobbying group organization. Year round, the HealthKeepers Alliance works to defeat legislation that limits choices and freedom in regard to health choices. The primary focus is to support the right to use natural and nutritional cures and to create awareness about available natural health and wellness choices. The Health Freedom Expo brings together the finest natural health information, products and services to the community.
www.healthfreedomexpo.com

June 22, 2013
Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo
Location: Hollywood Park Casino - Grand Ballroom, 2nd Floor
Address: 3883 W. Century Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90303
Plan to attend the Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo! From free health screenings to entertainment, educational seminars, prizes, giveaways, great products for purchase, mini job fair plus more – this is show where you learn more about resources for boomers and seniors. Free admission.
www.goldenfutureexpos.com

June 28 - 30, 2013
Abilities Expo Chicago
Location: Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center
Imagine everything you need, all under one roof! For more than 30 years, Abilities Expo has been the go-to source for the Community of people with disabilities, their families, seniors, veterans and healthcare professionals. Every event opens your eyes to new technologies, new possibilities, new solutions and new opportunities to change your life. Where else can you discover ability-enhancing products and services, play a few adaptive sports, learn new dance moves, attend informative workshops and only scratch the surface of what Abilities Expo has to offer? Register today.
Learn More

August 2013

August 24, 2-13
Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo
Location: Ventura County Fairgrounds - Anacapa Hall
Address: 10 W. Harbor Blvd, Ventura, CA 93001
Plan to attend the Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo! From free health screenings to entertainment, educational seminars, prizes, giveaways, great products for purchase, mini job fair plus more – this is show where you learn more about resources for boomers and seniors. Free admission.
www.goldenfutureexpos.com

September 2013

September 28 - 29, 2013 – Saturday, 9:00AM – 5:00PM
The Health Living Expo
Location: Nashville Convention Center, Nashville, TN
Get active and get healthy at The Health Living Expo. The event focuses on health, fitness, nutrition and living green comes to the Nashville Convention Center September 28 & 29, 2013. The Healthy Living Expo offers interactive, educational exhibits, demonstrations and presentations.
www.thehealthylivingexpo.com/nashville/index.php

October 2013

October 3 - 6, 2013
Southern Women's Show - Birmingham
Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex
2100 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. North, Birmingham AL, 35203
We are proud of our outstanding reputation for creating a special experience for women. The Women's Show is a festive, fun and sales-oriented atmosphere. Adults: $10.00 At the Door. Advance Tickets Online: $8.00. Groups: (10 or More; Advance Only): $7.00. Youth: $5.00(ages 6-12). Children Under 6 Free With Paying Adult. Special Pricing: $5.00 Every Day After 5pm! Advance Discount Tickets Available at Piggly Wiggly for $7.00
www.southernshows.com/wbi/

November 2013

November 9, 2013
Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo
Location: Angel Stadium of Anaheim - Inside the Expo Center
Address: 2000 Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, CA 92806
Plan to attend the Golden Future 50+ Senior Expo! From free health screenings to entertainment, educational seminars, prizes, giveaways, great products for purchase, mini job fair plus more – this is show where you learn more about resources for boomers and seniors. Free admission.
www.goldenfutureexpos.com

Video Features

Medicare’s State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP).
Healthy Aging Today has produced an online video about Medicare’s State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP). The broadcast provides information to Medicare consumers about how the state programs operate, helping people understand Medicare and the options available within their state. Every state has a SHIP, funded through an annual grant from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the federal agency that oversees the Medicare program.

Learn more about other educational videos at www.HealthyAgingToday.com

Audio & Video Features
As part of our Prepared Senior News and & eNewsletter we look for interesting and educational video and audio programs. For August we are featuring:

Virtual Colonoscopy The New Option
Boulder, Colorado - There is now an option for anyone over the age of 50 who has been avoiding getting a colonoscopy. Join internal medicine physician, Dr. Bill Blanchet of Front Range Preventive Imaging and radio talk show host, Lindsay Woods from the Tuesday Talk Show, as they discuss this new option which has been getting so much media attention lately. – Learn More
Main Website: www.boulderscan.com
Social Security Ticket to Work Program
This video from Social Security was posted on YouTube in May 2012 however we think it is worthwhile to promote this video now – Learn more
Main Website: www.socialsecurity.gov/work

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