A Publication of North Shore Elder Services
Life. Made Easier.                                                                                                    

 FEBRUARY 2010

A Healthy Heart!
In This Issue
National Wear Red Day
The 2010 Census
Downtown USA

Annual Appeal Major Donors

Silver Circle Donors - $1000

           Multicultural Home Care, Inc.
 
 MacLean Holloway Doherty Ardiff & Morse, P.C.
 
Bronze Circle Donors - $500
 
     Gene and Judy Jacobi
     Foluso Olubanjo
     John Keohane
     Anonymous
 
 Jewish Family Service of the North Shore    Anonymous
  Thomas McAuliffe
 
Thank you for your generosity!
 
 
For more information on donating, email:
Get Healthy: Live Longer
 

Why Is Physical Activity Such a Big Deal?

 The National Institute on Aging's
Exercise and Physical Activity Guide
 
 Regular exercise and physical activity are important to the physical and mental health of almost everyone, including older adults. Being physically active can help you continue to do the things you enjoy and stay independent as you age. Regular physical activity over long periods of time can produce long-term health benefits. That's why health experts say that older adults should be active every day to maintain their health.
In addition, regular exercise and physical activity can reduce the risk of developing some diseases and disabilities that develop as people grow older. In some cases, exercise is an effective treatment for many chronic conditions. For example, studies show that people with arthritis, heart disease, or diabetes benefit from regular exercise. Exercise also helps people with high blood pressure, balance problems, or difficulty walking.
One of the great things about physical activity is that there are so many ways to be active. For example, you can be active in short spurts throughout the day, or you can set aside specific times of the day on specific days of the week to exercise. Many physical activities
- such as brisk walking, raking leaves, or taking the stairs whenever you can - are free or low cost and do not require special equipment. You could also check out an exercise video from the library or use the fitness center at a local senior center.
This guide shows you many types of exercise and physical activity. It also has lots of tips to help you be active in ways that suit your lifestyle, interests, health, and budget, whether you're just starting out, getting back to exercising after a break, or fit enough to run a 3-mile race. It's for everyone - people who are healthy and those who live with an ongoing health problem or disability. (page 6)
 

volunteers

For more informations, please contact
 Amy Bens at abens@nselder.org or
978-624-2288
 
Upcoming Events 
 
 upcoming events

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
       movie camera       SAVE THE DATE!
 

THURSDAY, APRIL 29, 2010
 
6:00 pm - 10:00 PM
 

You Oughta Be in Pictures!
Hawthorne Hotel 


For More Information:
or call 978-750-4540
 
Caregiver Graphic

Caregiver Connection

NSES SUPPORT GROUPS
First & Third Mondays
10:30AM
Contact Janice Wyner
 
First & Third Wednesdays
7:00PM
Contact Gwen Kopka
carecoverThe National Caregivers Library is one of the most extensive libraries for caregivers that exist today.  Hundreds of articles, forms, checklists and links to topic-specific external resources are organized into logical categories on the side of each page. Click any category for a list of sub-categories, articles and other resources. Simply continue "drilling down" until you find what you need.

Donations have been made to North Shore

Elder Services...

In-Memoriam-Candle

In Memory Of
Bill Duplessis          
Dot Croall
Elinor Morse
George Pappas
Demetra Pappas
Gertrude Stanton
Guido Tenaglia
Herbert Franz, Jr.
Jackie Coan
Jane Marrill
Les Channell
Margaret HIncman
Maureen Deveaux
Phillip Gagnon
Richard Brownlie
Roger Trask
Zalman Rogalin
Delores Reed
Fred Ware
Edith Ware
Lucille Themes
Theresa Reynolds
Pearl Campbell
Theresa Dionne
Margaret Stella
Julia Sullivan
Evelyn Dresser
Betty Loubris
Thomas McCarthy
Mary Galvin
Thais Stepner
Elaine Poirier
Georgia Sdoucas
Fred Jackson
Louise Mulligan
Anna Wroblewski
Mr & Mrs Thomas Petrillo
Victoria Zolewski
Esther Jonath
Maude McCarthy
Frederick Cantor
Mikhail Yufa
Alice Brooks
Delmer Runnals
 
  
In Honor Of 
Charlotte Homan
Ellen Mahalares
Olivia Belcher
Volunteers
Sadie Appelstein
Janice Wyner
Paul Lanzikos
Dorothy Savard
Harry & Gertrude Cobb
My Grandchildren
Joan Gallagher and the NSES staff
Thomas K. Hawes, Jr
Edith Centoni
Davidine Small

 You've gotta have....Heart!
 Paul Lanzikos
 Executive Director

 
The "heart" is a symbol that we traditionally associate with the month of February because of Valentine's Day.  Appropriately, the American Heart Association has promoted February to educate the public about ways to live a healthier, longer life.   This year they are promoting My Life Check, (http://mylifecheck.heart.org/).   My Life Check was designed by with the goal of improved health by educating the public on how best to live. These measures have one unique thing in common: any person can make these changes, the steps are not expensive to take and even modest improvements to your health will make a big difference. Start with one or two. This simple, seven step list has been developed to deliver on the hope we all have--to live a long, productive healthy life.  Check it out!
 
Used to describe human emotions, the word "heart" means "courage" or "compassion".  I encourage you to follow your "heart" in reaching out to elders in need during these challenging economic times.  Check in on an older neighbor who may be shut in and has no family nearby to help out.  See if she needs an errand run or just a friendly visit over a hot cup of tea.  Or donate some extra cans and boxes of non-perishable food to a local food pantry.  For convenience, we have set up a food collection center at North Shore Elder Services from which we will distribute to local community programs.  For more information, contact Shannon Cronin (scronin@nselder.org).
 
"Heart" also means "in the center".  When you need information about long term services and supports for yourself or a family member, I encourage to think of North Shore Elder Services as being at the "heart" of your connections to resources near or far.  A call (978 750 4540) or email (info@nselder.org) to our Information Services specialists will make you aware of a wide array of resources.
GO REDAMERICAN HEART LOGO 
  

North Shore Elder Services is a   proud sponsor of the American Heart Association's National Wear Red Day on Friday, February 5, 2010. One in every 3 female deaths in the United States is due to cardiovascular disease. Fortunately, this statistic can be changed and we are helping through our participation in Wear Red Day. On Friday, February 5, millions of Americans will wear red to speak up about this disease and to show their commitment to the fight against heart disease in women. Wear Red Day is an important part of the Go Red For Women goal to build awareness and urge women to take concrete actions to reduce their risk of heart disease. Eating heart healthy snacks such as red apples, red berries, or unsalted butter free popcorn is a good way to begin. And don't forget to get screened for high blood pressure and cholesterol. To learn more about Go Red for Women Events in our community, visit www.americanheart.org/BostonGoesRed or contact Michelle Carvalho at 508-656-2011 or michelle.carvalho@heart.org. 
 
Heart Healthy Cookbook
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) has published a new "heart healthy cookbook."  The condition of your heart reflects the kinds of foods you eat.  The NHLBI has just published Keep the Beat recipes: Deliciously Healthy Dinners to help busy people and families stay healthy.  The new cookbook provides 75 simple and appealing recipes.  They were created for NHLBI by a renowned chef and an award-winning dietitian in collaboration with a nutrition educator and a dietitian of the NHLBI. The new cookbook can be purchased for $5.00 (discounts for bulk purchases) through NHLBI's online catalog 
 http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/
Life. Made Easier. 

Our promise, even during tough times:
 North Shore Elder Services is committed to helping elders stay in their own homes with comunity supports and services.  Our information Specialists are here to help. 
 Call us at 978-750-4540.
TTY 978-624-2244
 
 
census 2010
Older People and Retirees
 
The Census: A Snapshot
 
What:The census is a count of everyone in the United States.
Who: Everyone in the United States must be counted-both citizens and noncitizens.
Why: The U.S. Constitution requires a national census once every 10 years for the purpose of reapportioning the U.S. House of Representatives. In addition, census data play a part in guiding funding for essential community services and other important programs.
When: Households will receive a census form in March 2010 either by U.S. mail or by hand delivery.
Benefits of Census Data for Older People and Retirees
Census data directly affect how more than $400 billion per year in federal funding is distributed to state, local and tribal governments. Census data help guide local planning decisions for:
Locations of community services and facilities,  such as hospitals, nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
Creation of maps to speed emergency services to households in need of assistance.
Food and transportation assistance programs.
 
The 2010 Census is easy, important and safe.
Participation is vital:
 
IT'S EASY:
The 2010 Census form is one of the shortest census forms in history. With only 10 questions, the form takes about 10 minutes to complete.
IT'S IMPORTANT: Census information helps determine locations for schools, roads, hospitals, job training, child-care and senior centers, and more.
IT'S SAFE: By law, the Census Bureau cannot share respondents' answers with anyone, including other federal agencies and law enforcement entities. All Census Bureau employees take an oath of nondisclosure and are sworn for life to protect the confidentiality of the data. The penalty for unlawful disclosure is a fine of up to $250,000 or imprisonment of up to five years, or both.
 
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

 
1. When will the census forms arrive?Census forms will be delivered or mailed to households in March 2010. Households should complete their census form and mail it back. Responding promptly to the 2010 Census form is the most efficient way to complete the census. Census workers will visit households that do not return the forms to take a count in person. Census workers can be identified by a census badge and bag.
2. Who should fill out the census form?One person should complete the form on behalf of every person in the residence, including relatives and nonrelatives.
3. I have more than one residence. Where should I complete my form?Complete your 2010 Census form in the residence in which you live and sleep most of the time. For more information on 2010 Census residence rules, visit 2010census.gov.
4. What kind of assistance is available to help people complete the form? Questionnaire Assistance Centers (QAC) will be available to assist those unable to read or understand the census form. For those with visual impairments, Language Assistance Guides will be available in large print and Braille, as well as 59 languages, at all QAC locations. Deaf and hard-of-hearing persons can call the TDD number, 1-866-783-2010.
 
2010 CENSUS KEY DATES

March 2010: Census forms are mailed or delivered to households
April 1, 2010: Census Day
April - July 2010:Census workers visit households that did not return a form by mail
Dec. 31, 2010:Final counts delivered to the President of the United States

 
We can't move forward until you mail it back.
Accurate representation and funding is especially important to older people and retirees because some of these individuals rely on government, community and social service programs. 
 
For more information about the 2010 Census, visit 2010census.gov.Issued October 2009 | Form D-3301

 

writing

 Do you have a story about the North Shore Elder Services Family?
 
We would love to hear it!
 
Send your story to:
rgauthier@nselder.org  or mail to:
Rhonda Gauthier
North Shore Elder Services
152 Sylvan Street
Danvers, MA 01923
 
Your story could be featured in one of our newsletters!
 

Black and White Photo Family in front of TV

 

  Downtown U. S. A.
 By Lina Rehal
NSES Volunteer 



Before air-conditioned malls with crowded food courts, wholesale warehouses, high definition television with movies on demand, cosmic bowling alleys and online banking and bookstores, most cities had a downtown area that provided shopping, dining and entertainment for everyone.
 
I grew up in Lynn, Massachusetts. Downtown Lynn had restaurants, clothing and department stores, five and dimes, drugstores, coffee shops, banks, movie theaters, beauty parlors, a bowling alley, newspaper office, the gas and electric companies, a hotel and a Western Union.
 
On Saturday afternoons, we walked downtown or rode the bus, often spending the entire day at the movies. The Paramount Theater was my favorite. It was the largest one and had the best snack counter. You could smell the aroma of hot buttered popcorn the minute you walked into the lobby. A wide sweeping stairway led to the balcony on the upper level. Giant posters of stars like Clark Gable, Elizabeth Taylor, Charlton Heston, Tony Curtis and Janet Leigh hung on the walls. The movies ran continuously all day and into the evening. For twenty-five cents we could watch two feature-length films, a cartoon, coming attractions and stay to watch the first movie over again.
 
There were three five and ten cent stores on Union Street. Kresges and McLellans had uneven wooden floors that creaked as customers walked up and down the aisles and lunch counters where you could sit and have a sandwich, ice cream, cup of coffee or a root beer float. I liked Woolworths the best. It was a bit more modern. The lunch counter was much larger and it had an escalator instead of an elevator like the other stores. There was also a photo booth that you could sit in and have your picture taken for a quarter. We bought Blue Waltz perfume in little heart shaped bottles with a blue cap, tubes of lipstick for twenty-nine cents and embroidered handkerchiefs. They sold toys, cosmetics, household items, school supplies and things needed for gardening and sewing. You could buy just about anything you needed in a dime store.
 
W. T. Grant Co. opened its first "25 Cent Store" in Lynn in 1906. It was another popular spot for many years. I remember the big bins of cookies at the front of the store.
 
Burrows & Sanborn was a department store that had a little bit of everything, including a cafeteria in the basement. Some other great places to eat included Sassone's Italian Restaurant, Ruth's, The Capitol Diner (which is still there), Anthony's Hawthorne, and Agganis's. In the early 1960s, we bought 45rpm records at Lynn Music, shoes at Thom McAnn, candy at Fanny Farmer's, the greatest fudge at Connelly's Candies and cards at Mary Brennan's Card Shop. We had our hair washed, cut and set at Beauty Creators. Our prom gowns and dresses for special occasions came from the Bell Shop or Lerners. We also had The Bargain Spot, Raymonds, Rooks, T.W. Rogers, Empire, Sam's Town & Tweed and several jewelry stores.
 
Whether it was shopping for school clothes or a quick trip to pay a utility bill, all we needed was in that one area of town.
 
In a song called "Downtown," Petula Clark sang, "You can forget all your troubles." In those less hurried days of our lives, we did just that.

 FOOD DONATIONS
 
North Shore Elder Services is collecting
food for our local food pantries.
Please drop off your donations to
152 Sylvan Street
Danvers, MA 01923
 
THANK YOU!

 

 
Thank you to David Beaulieu, North Shore Elder Services Volunteer, for his expertise in helping to create this newsletter!
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