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Volume 9, Number 5

The Official Newsletter of Berkeley Senior Services

September- October 2011

POTTERS BOWL CHINESE RAFFLE

VOLUNTEER NEEDED IN KITCHEN SMILING FACE WANTED!

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6th, 2011 5:00-7:00 pm

Where else can you find art, enjoy dinner, have fun, and give back to your community - all within a casual environment? At the

Berkeley Senior Center is in need of a Kitchen Volunteer. The Days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 7am to noon. We are looking for someone who would enjoy making snacks and coffee for our seniors. There would be prep work for our lunch program and help with dishes. If you are interested in sharing a smiling face with seniors, please come into the Senior Center at 217 High St. Martinsburg and fill out a volunteer application.

BERKELEY SENIOR CENTER

217 N. High Street, Martinsburg, WV You will find an array of beautifully crafted bowls, graciously donated by local artisans. You will select one (to keep) and fill with delicious soups. Try one or try them allserved with bread, crackers and cheese to compliment your meal, as well as Coffee and Tea. Save room for assorted desserts too! COST: $30 per Person

VOLUNTEER NEEDED TO MAINTAIN BSS GARDENS

An individual or an organization, club, etc., is needed to maintain the BSS gardens-spring, summer and fall. Weeding, clipping, mulching, watering, etc. Come to the Senior Center to fill out an application, or call 304-263-8873, facilities Manager, Ex. 108, for more information.

Tickets will be on sale at the Senior Center in late September. Call Suzanne Potter (304-263-2411) or Linda Kelso (304-263-4064) for more information

Dont miss the Silent Auction with Unique Items

Berkeley Senior Services is a funded partner with United Way of the Eastern Panhandle.

Please designate your CFC and United Way donations to Berkeley Senior Services #98181

From the President...

With summer slowly coming to an end, it puts me into a sort of Fall Cleaning Mode. Dont know if its that 16 years of preparing for school and college or just my obsessive need to feel organized. It does make it much easier to find things when you are organized, especially as we get older. Lets start with the kitchen. Keep pans, dishes, pot holders, etc., in easy to reach areas to avoid falling or unnecessary searching. Organize your drawers. Only have one junk drawer. In the bathroom, keep all medications on the top shelf of your medicine cabinet and purchase a pill organizer. Use baskets to organize personal items. Assign colored towels to each family member. In the living room, try to only have one remote instead of one for each electronic device. Recycle old newspapers and magazines. Buy a bill organizer so you can sort your mail and discard all junk mail. Invest in a shredder. We all get those you have been approved credit card letters. These letters can be a disaster. Shred these instead of throwing in the trash and protect yourself against Identity theft. For those who like to hold on to things, a good rule of thumb is, if you have not used an item in the last six months, get rid of it and donate to your favorite charity. We all know the saying--someone elses junk is someone elses treasure. Your unwanted items may be of use to someone in need! For seniors, getting organized will help whether youre staying in your own home, downsizing, or moving to assisted living. Being organized can be a win-win situation. By donating unused items to charity, it insures that that your belongings will be going to people in need. After you get organized, it will take some training not to fall back into old habits. Remember, organization makes for a stress free environment and less time searching for something when you really need it. If you are looking for ways to give back to your community, we always have openings at Berkeley Senior Services. Whether its delivering a meal, dancing at a birthday bash, or offering to teach a class, we always have room for more volunteers. Remember my challenge, Get involved with a senior and make a difference to someone who has made a difference for you! Jen Stanley, Board President

From the Executive Director...

Welcome to the September/October issue of the Senior Spirit, the official newsletter of Berkeley Senior Services. Our goal is to provide you with the information to help you find resources to enhance your fulfillment in your senior years. We wish to thank all of the advertisers who make this publication possible. Most young people may not look forward to passing the half-century mark but new research by Harris Interactive shows 82 percent of Americans over the age of 50 are actually happier than when they were younger. This poll, completed in June, contacted 1,064 U.S. adults nationwide that were 50 or older. The main reason people 50-plus are happier now is that they are more confident in themselves and about what they want from life. As these surveys illustrate, most people in this stage of life are no longer so stressed about getting ahead in their careers, and their kids are already out of the house, said Dr. Gail Saltz. Today, there is someone turning 50 every seven seconds, making the 50-plus demographic the fastest growing demographic in the country, the company says. The 78 million Baby Boomers now represent 28 percent of the U.S. population. Fifty sounds young-but look what we have to look forward to when we turn age 60! Sixty is the age that qualifies us to participate in the Older American Act programs that we provide at Berkeley Senior Services. You can get acquainted with the services available to you by reading about them in this newsletter and visiting the Senior Center and talking to one of our volunteers who are waiting at the front desk to greet you. Linda Holtzapple, Executive Director

304-263-8873 217 N. High Street

Martinsburg, WV 25404

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MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission at Berkeley Senior Services is to offer a network of programs and services to enable Seniors to remain independent, participating members of our community. Berkeley Senior Services is funded by the WV Bureau of Senior Services, Upper Potomac Area Agency on Aging, Berkeley County Commission, The City of Martinsburg, United Way of the Eastern Panhandle (CFC # 98181), and by private donations. The Senior Center will provide services to persons 60 years of age or older, irrespective of sex, race, creed, color, national origin, political affiliation, belief, or handicap. Persons under age 60 are welcome guests to our programs and services and certain restrictions and fees may apply.

2011 BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE Fourth Wednesday of Every Other Even Month at 3:00; remaining meeting for 2011 are: Oct. 26, and Dec. 28 - TBD
Meetings are open to the public.

BSS Board Of Directors 2011

Jennifer Stanley, President William Cornett, Vice President Christopher Strovel, Secretary Guy Avey Treasurer Elaine Mauck, County Council Representative Jean Bibby, Mary Cleminson, Rob Cleminson Rev. Eddie Edmonds, Joseph Ferretti Lillie Largent, Dorothy LeFevre, Jerry Olsen Annie Otto, Rose Straley, Nancy Triggs Edward Wilson, Richard Yauger

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ACTIVITIES & WELLNESS

(263-8873)

- TAI CHI - Wednesday 9:30-11:00 am Teacher: Eldon Winston WALKING TRAIL AVAILABLE ON THE BSS GROUNDS. Watch your calendars for special walking excursions planned for the Fall! Work on fitness, slim down, and feel better while you improve your overall health. - WII Bowling and other Wii sports

Special speakers and educational presentations & Workshops - Crafts & Art Classes - Entertainment with special guests and sing-a-longs - Bingo-Mondays (10:00-11:30 am) & Thursday afternoons-when scheduled 2:00-3:30 pm (check calendar of events), Bridge, Pinochle and other games. - Birthday Bash every third Friday and theme parties throughout the year, with live music and DJs. - Special events and fundraisers

Rhonda Singer Activities Director (Ext. 117)

Melodi Shull Activities Assistant (Ext. 106)

- Pool and Ping Pong Tables available all week in the Fitness Room for those who care to engage in a game and enjoy physical activity and fun!

Fall is approaching, along with festivals, food and hopefully lots of fitness! We already have lots of activities and events planned for September and October, so we hope you will get out of the house, to come join us. We offer activities that encompass the whole person--body, mind and spirit, in an atmosphere of good fellowship, in a clean, bright facility, Monday through Friday. There is something for everyone! Read your calendars closely for your favorite activity or event. Come on in to take part and bring a friend. Be sure to check the menu for that day, and sign up for lunch before 9:30 am. EXERCISE CLASSES & EQUIPMENT Exercises & Fitness classes offered all week long at the Berkeley Senior Center at 217 N. High Street, Martinsburg in our Fitness Room, equipped with regulation floor and state-of-the-art exercise equipment--Tread Mills, Bikes, Ellipticals, Nu-Step, weights, bands & more! Come to the Center to inquire. All great for cardio exercise health and arthritis too! GOALS OF OUR PROGRAMS ARE TO HELP: - Decrease stress depression and isolation - Improve performance of daily activities - Improve mental health - Maintain and increase muscle strength Improve posture, balance and coordination - Increase endurance and form good habits - Help stay trim and fit - Sleep better at night - LAUGH AND HAVE FUN! - EXERCISE & FUN--Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 - 11:00 am; Teachers: New teacher-Nancy Burke, Rhonda Singer, and Barbara Meller; This class is a total workout, isolated stretching exercises for the whole body, seated and standing, singing and vocal exercise, incorporating movement with balls, parachutes, relays and dance. Also strengthening exercises with weights and bands. - LINE DANCING - Tuesdays & Fridays 1:00-2:30 pm; Teacher: Maria Brassfield

AARP SAFE DRIVING

The new four- hour renewal class is well received. People who have taken the 8-hour Driver Safety Program, and were up for renewal, were pleased to be able to only take a 4-hour class, and save 4 hours for the same certificate. The senior center is pleased to announce this will be offered in December, with Cathy Clark as instructor. Anyone who took the 8-hour class 3 years ago is eligible to sign up for this abbreviated course by calling Cathy at 703409-3831. The class content discussed includes: changes in road laws, changes in cars, and changes in drivers as they increase in age. Everyone driving today will benefit from attending, so consider signing up for one of these dates. Regular 8-hour classes have been scheduled for the rest of this year: September 21 & 22: Call Aminah Fidai at 304-300-5234 October 19 & 20: Call Alan Isaacs at 304-258-3427 November 16 & 17: The November class will be FREE to any U.S. Military Veterans who pre-register! Call Cathy Clark at 703-409-3831. December 7: Last class of 2011, Four hours only. Call Cathy Clark at 703-409-3831. The cost is: $12 for AARP Members & $14 for Non Members
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NANCY BURKE NEW EXERCISE TEACHER

We are excited to welcome Nancy Burke, a native of Martinsburg, as a new Exercise and Fun teacher at the Senior Center! Nancys main focus in exercise has been in aqua aerobics. She was employed by the Martinsburg Health and Fitness Club, then at the Holiday Inn, until they closed the club a few years ago. While living in Florida, during the winter months, Nancy taught aqua aerobics at several resorts. She taught classes in aqua and exercise for older adults at Shepherd University Wellness Center, until recently. During the past six years, she has been conducting the aqua classes at War Memorial and Lambert Park pools for the Berkeley County Parks and Recreation. Nancy has several certifications: Her first was with the National Arthritis Foundation, also the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI) and International Sports Medicine Association (ISMA); Aqua Instruction Certification, Aqua Phase II and Older Adult Fitness Trainer Certification. Other organizations that she has served with are, the National Federation of Jr. Womans Club, Meals on Wheels, the Ladies of the Elks Lodge #778 & the recreational program with her husband at the VA Medical Center for the Elks #778. She enjoys yard work, reading and serving as a guide for the Berkeley County Historical Society house tours. Nancy was recently widowed after 58 years of marriage to Chief Master Sgt. Thomas A. Burke. She is looking forward to volunteering in the senior center fitness program, and spending time with seniors on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10:00 to 11:00 am teaching Exercise and Fun. Come meet Nancy and join us, starting Thursday, September 1st!

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Senior Spotlight
Mildred (Millie) Bane Spielman

Meet Millie Spielman--a unique lady, with a will and a way to follow her calling in life-to become a registered nurse. It all started in Washington County Maryland when Millie was born to Alice and Roger Bane on February 23, 1930, the first of ten children, and the only red headed, blue-eyed child too! In 1933, the family moved to Bardane, WV. Then they moved on to Berkeley County and rented the Stribling Farm, owned by Matoka Stribling. Millie started first grade at Hedgesville in 1936, and she remembers well her first teacher, Naomi Woods. The family moved to Jefferson County in 1941, and her dad started out renting a farm in Bakerton, until he was finally able to purchase his first farm at Summit Point. By 1954, he owned and operated three farms there. Millie and her older siblings were exposed to hard work at a young age, helping to keep the family farm going. She would rise up about 5:00 am and head for the milk cows. She said they would kick, stomp and bump, and it was normal to have one take its nasty wet tail and slap it around her head! Needless to say, a bath was in order before school. Of course there were other regular chores to do, like haymaking, harvesting, and looking after the younger children. The milking was done all over again in the evening, and another bath was necessary before going to bed. There was no electricity in the home in the early years growing up. When asked about her fond memories of the farm, Millie declared without hesitation, When I was able to get away from the farm life, there was no turning back for me! In fact, she was able to fulfill her wish through her determination and strong will-to follow

her calling to the nursing field. Millies young uncle was killed in Okinawa during World War II, when she was still in high school, and it was then she became truly inspired to pursue a nursing career. In 1948, she graduated from Charles Town High School, and she started her nurses training in September the same year, a 3-year program at Winchester Memorial Hospital. Just Millie and one other sister, went on to further their education after high school. Graduation from WMH came in 1951. She passed her boards and began her work there until 1952. She went on to a short term position at Duke University Hospital in the recovery room, as a charge nurse. She returned to Jefferson County in the middle of 1953 to work at the Charles Town Hospital. She met the love of her life, Joe Spielman, at a square dance at Ridgeway in 1953, and on April 3, 1954, they were married, and celebrated fifty-four wonderful years together, before his death in June of 2008. He worked at Fairchild and later at Schmidt Bakery Company. Millie and Joe raised three children, two girls and one boy, and lived in Shepherdstown and Martinsburg. They enjoyed a good life together, including the opportunity to travel across the U.S., and also to places in Africa and Europe. Millie says, Theres still no place she likes better than home. She has eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. The oldest is in Louisiana in the Air Guard, and all the others are local. In fact, Millie watches her little granddaughter Kyliegh a couple of days a week. It keeps Memaw young, she says.

Millie worked at the VA Hospital for a short while, and said it was her least favorite nursing experience, stating, one night alone she had ten patients with seizures. From 1958 to 1961, she worked at City Hospital (corner of Burke and Maple Streets), as an evening supervisor. In 1961, a job opened at Kings Daughters Hospital in the OR, and Millie taught operating room techniques to students until it closed in 1981. She transferred to the New City Hospital where she stayed to finish her career as an operating room nurse, until retirement in 2001, after 50 years-40 spent in the OR. She decided not to renew her license in 2005, so that she could take care of her husband in his final years. She was able to do that up until six days before he passed away. She still carries his hanky in her pocket. Millie was afforded many memorable experiences during her career because of her excellent nursing skills. Dr. Powers consistently asked her to do special assignments while a charge nurse at K.D. Another exciting time was when she assisted Dr. Wanger with the first Cesarean Section in Martinsburg, when he was home on leave from the service. She also assisted in the first organ retrieval done in Martinsburg. In 1994, Millie was the recipient of City Hospitals highest nursing Honor-The Ginny Jones Memorial Nursing Award. This award is given to a nurse who is cited for generous and caring compassion for her patients, and for serving as a role model for her fellow nurses and colleagues. A co-worker stated, Millie has been taking care of people for 41 years. She has served in staff and management level positions and has always been admired and respected by not only her peers, but the surgeons as well. She always goes the extra mile for anyone. Millies determination to reach her goals has driven her lifes path. In 1978, her health was jeopardized because she weighed 240 pounds and her blood pressure was extremely high. She went right to work, walking five miles a day and watching her diet. She explained how she started out with 10 rocks in her pocket, and each mile round, she switched one rock to the other pocket, until there were 5 to mark her miles. She is proud that she brought her weight down to 174 in about four months time, never had to go on blood pressure meds, and has maintained ever since! She had a fall in 1998 at age 68 and had to have a prosthetic put in her right hip, but it has never stopped her from anything. Millie volunteered for the Good Shepherd Caregivers in Shepherdstown and also with Hospice care at the nursing home. She came to BSS several years ago as part of the EGO Club (Enjoy Growing Older), that meets on the third Monday evening each month. She and Daisy Hite do blood pressure checks out at the North Site (Marlowe Ruritan) faithfully on the second Tuesday each month. She continues to give back and says with conviction, Stay healthy and keep on going is my motto. You just cant feel sorry for yourself. I believe the Good Lord puts us on earth for a reason. Millie Spielman knew what hers has been, and said she would do it all over again.

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THE NIGHT AT THE RACES

L To R Wendy Webber, Jen Stanley, Lazan Rogers, & Linda Hotzapple

RAFFLE FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL GAS GRILL

To Be Held at the Senior Picnic on October 7 Tickets are now on sale at the Volunteer Desk in our upstairs lobby.

What a great event again this year on Friday, 8-19-11, bringing in a profit of $2145 to benefit Berkeley Senior Services, and a fun-filled night for all who attended! It would not have been possible without the sponsorship and support of the Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. A special thanks to Dickie Moore, General Manager of Racing, Al Britton, General Manager, Jerry Olsen, BSS Fund Development Chair, the Committee, all the participants!

21st Annual Senior Picnic

Youth Fairgrounds Pavilion

Friday, October 7, 2011 9:00 am -1:00 pm

Music with D & M DJ Service Raffles and Door Prizes Fun and Good Food! Tickets are $3.00 suggested donation and are available at The Senior Center

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E.G.O.
ENJOY GROWING OLDER
Annual Dues: $10.00 Monthly Dinner: $10.00 per person Contact Rose Straley: 274-1125 EGO holds a catered dinner meeting at the Senior Center the 3rd Monday of each month. There is a scheduled speaker or entertainment. ***********************************************

North Site
Join us at the Marlowe Ruritan on

No later than Monday (before noon) September 12th, 2011--263-8873 Ext. 106 or 116

Tuesday September 13th, 2011

10:30-11:00 Blood Pressure Screenings with Daisy Hite & Mildred Spielman 11:00 Program: Bingo 5 a Card per Game MEAL Served at 12:00 MENU: Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Brussels Sprouts, Pie & Milk BSS Nutrition Program suggested donation Procedures will apply Seniors age 60+ and their guests are invited to attend. Please call to sign up for lunch (Must have full name of all signups--including carry outs)

Tuesday October 11, 2011

10:30-11:00 Blood Pressure Screenings with Daisy Hite & Mildred Spielman 11:00 Program: Halloween Costume Contest MEAL Served at 12:00 MENU: Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Roll & Pie

ANNUAL EGO PICNIC: MONDAY, 9-19-11

AT WAR MEMORIAL PARK-MAIN PAVILION TIME: 3-7 PM MEAL: 5:00 PM GREAT PICNIC MENU! MUSIC: 4:00-5:00 PM -- COUNTRY MELODIES COST: $7.00 MEMBERS, $10.00 GUESTS

T he Dinner Event
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BUS TRIPS-2011
Contact Dorothy LeFevre at 304-274-1910 Cirque Du Soleil--Verizon Center Friday, November 18, 2011 3:30 Matinee Show; 40 Seats going fast! Cost: $112 (Includes show ticket and bus; Dinner on your own on return home). Details for Bus to come. Pickup at 12:30pm at the McCormick Center. Pennsylvania Opera A Christmas Show Mercersburg, PA November 30th, 2011 Cost: $79 Will depart McCormick Center Call Rose for more details The United States Army Band A Holiday Festival Constitution Hall Saturday, December 10, 2011 Cost: $31.00 for Bus--Show is FREE Dinner on your own on way home. Will depart at 11:00 am from the McCormick Center

Free electronic hearing tests will be given from Monday, September 19 - Friday, September 23 at select locations in the Eastern Panhandle.

Thank you for a wonderful Dinner Event, held on 8-11-11 at the Senior Center, with Pastor Eddie Edmonds exciting slide show of Israel, Bethany VanGordens excellent Mediterranean meal of Moussaka, Baklava and Greek Salad, and to all the helpers for making it a great success: Irene Hannah, Matthew Ellis, Barbara Wood, Samantha VanGorden, Melodi Shull, Elder Lyons, Elder Christiansen, Barbara Gray, Carol & Charles Preston and Rhonda Singer.

One week only: Monday, September 19 - Friday, September 23

Veterans Combined Honor Guard - Present Colors - 4th of July Celebration

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Volunteer of the Month for July 2011

DARLENE BAUSERMAN

Darlene Bauserman has been volunteering in the senior center Recreation and Activities Department for several years now, and makes a significant impact on our seniors and our team on Wednesdays and Fridays. Darlene started out as our craft coordinator which entails a lot of hard work in preparation, setup and assisting the seniors in making each craft. Because of health concerns, she is no longer able to take the lead in this area, but there is no stopping her from continuing to assist whenever possible on craft day. She always has a bright and spunky attitude, wears a huge smile, and exhibits much patience and compassion with the ones in need. She works out front along with other lobby desk volunteers, and helps with any routine duties and special projects as required, such as wrapping birthday gifts, selling tickets, sorting greeting cards, and anything else she is asked to do. Darlene also helps serve lunches to the seniors who cannot walk through the line. She is always willing to provide coverage for other workers when needed, and its her nature to always put others before herself. She adds her special touch to the staff and other volunteers when she brings yummy homemade snacks or fresh produce from her garden to share with us! Submitted by Rhonda Singer Activities Director; 8-01-11

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Those Days and These Days

By Donald G. Raney
Is sitting on the front porch a thing of the past? I hope not. Its a splendid way to end the day. It is so soothing just to sit on a comfortable chair with a tall glass of iced tea and then to divorce myself from the hectic pace of our modern world, Thus restored, I can gaze upon the passing scene and ponder the changes in our society. The other day I was idling watching two little girls, perhaps eleven years old come walking side by side down the street. I thought, My, what a pretty picture, but I had an uneasy feeling that something was amiss. They turned the corner and passed by my house. Then it came to me, the little girls werent giggling, they werent chatting and they werent skipping along like little girls are wont to do. They were just plodding along punching text messages to some unseen person that was probably texting messages to another unseen person. This greatly grieved me. Little girls are supposed to skip along with pleasure and enjoy each others company. Children arent children anymore. They are missing what should be the most fascinating and imaginative part of their lives. As I was growing up I knew what the neighborhood boys and I did to occupy our minds and time. I pretty well knew that the girls had girl things that kept them busy for hours on end. Because I began this article writing about little girls, I thought that I would ask some ladies about what they did as a child. I attended the Berkeley Senior Services Tuesday

morning Bible study. So I latched onto two of my Bible study friends to give me some understanding as to what they did as children. It was a fun time interviewing these ladies. It was not unusual or even remarkable what they did in Those Days, but to a child of These Days, it would appear to them as wasted time, dull, and so oldfashioned and out of date. I agree in part, but in These Days, just about every need or even every want is readily available in bubble wrap on someones shelf. No imagination is required, just unwrap it, plug it in, and tune out. Ah, but in Those Days one had to use their Beanie and think, devise, plan, and invent. Let a few of my friends slip back in time and tell you about it. I know that you will see yourself in some of these self f made and creative inventions. Come on in, theres room on the porch and I can whip up a glass of do-it-yourself instant tea for you. Tastes pretty good, doesnt it? OK, now allow me to introduce my fellow bird watcher and friend, Nydia Morris. Nydia is a flatlander hailing from North Carolina. Nydia pronounces it Nawth Car-linah. I swear that if you close your eyes and just listen to her talk, you can smell and taste the corn pone, and grits, and sweet tater pie. Nydia told me that paper dolls were high on her list. She made do with what was on hand, meaning that her paper dolls and their wardrobes came from the Sears catalog. She made corn husk dolls and little baskets that she carved from something she called May Pops. Mud pies baked from that Nawth Car-linah caly was the main staple at her tea parties. I asked Nydia if she was ever bored. She looked at me as I had suddenly grown a third

eye on my nose. I took that as a negative answer. My other party to interview was Francis Reville. Frances is a retired school teacher and fellow student at the Senior Bible study group. Being a schoolteacher you cant tap dance around her penetrating questions. Sometimes I substitute teaching and there sits Frances taking notes and I quake in my shoes. But, bless her heart, Frances is as gentle as a lamb. I was slightly surprised that her first choice of playthings in Those Days was paper dolls. Just like Nydia. Frances would have an extended family of paper dolls, all came courtesy of the Sears catalog. Of course mud pies and tea parties would occupy hours and hours. Frances would braid Dandelions to make a necklace. She would take something she called Rabbit Apples that had little thorns on them and she would stick small gumdrops on the thorns to make Christmas decorations. I asked Frances if she was ever bored. Bored? Although she is a retired schoolteacher, I had the feeling that bored was not in her dictionary. To Frances a board is a piece of wood to make a shelf. Mary Blair is my church secretary. She liked, yes, paper dolls that she purchased at the ten cents store. And mud pies and tea parties. As well as girl games such as jacks and jump rope. No, Mary was not bored. I will be forever optimistic. Perhaps one day I will see a little girl skipping and laughing as she passes the house. In the meantime: From, the rising of the sun to its going down, the Lords name is to be praised. This article is dedicated to my late wife, Joie, who was my best critic and proofreader. God bless us all and Maranatha.

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Birthday Royalty
for the months of July and August

Chris Strovel, Board Sec., Linda Hotlzapple, Executive Director, Governor Earl Ray Tomblin, Jen Stanley, Board Pres., Ed Wilson, Board Member

July King & Queen Birthday Bash

Bob Kerchner and Ethel Bovey

August King & Queen Birthday Bash

Robert Boher and Winnie Jenkins

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PATRIOTS IN PARADISE
By Su Carroll Patriots in Paradise, thats how the Hawaiians invited veterans from across the nation to the 25th Anniversary as the 2011 National Veterans Golden Age Games were held in Honolulu, HI. The Games are the worlds largest recreational rehabilitation program for veterans 55 years and older receiving care at a VA facility. Since the Games were so far away this year - they are held where a VA offers to host them - fewer veterans from the Martinsburg area were able to attend insomuch as each veteran had to raise his or her own travel and lodging funds. Members of the Quad State Veterans Sports Organization who went included Jerry Beightol, Su Carroll, Norman Marriott, Richard Purdie, Pierce Smith, Robert Sparky Sparkes, and Fred Wisner, who would carry the WV State flag during the opening ceremony. Accompanying them was Beth Gearhart, the VAs Recreational Supervisor who was there as their coach. The little group left in the wee hours of the morning to catch their United Airlines flight from Dulles International Airport to their transfer point to Hawaii at OHare in Chicago. Sadly, they found they had to wait three hours before they could depart due to a storm over Chicago. Eventually, they did take off, only to land at OHare and find out both UA flights to Honolulu had departed without them. Because of the quick action of Air Service employee, Deanto Silas, and UA employee, Frances Carlino, the group of West Virginians were able to catch the next flight to San Francisco, where, after another long wait, they could transfer to a different flight to Honolulu. They were lucky because so many competitors had arrived at OHare at the same time, and many of them ended up as Stand bys. Finally, the West Virginians arrived in Hawaii exactly 24 hours after leaving Martinsburg. Arriving in Honolulu made it worth all the travail. The Hawaiians who greeted the late arrivals were so kind and solicitous, and helped them in every way they could. The days were always beautiful. The trade winds kept the heat bearable. Many of the veteran athletes were staying at the Hiltons Hawaiian Village, and more were at Fort DeRusseys Hale Koa. The athletes enjoyed every breakfast at their hotels, and they had been given debit cards to enjoy all their other meals at whatever venue they chose. For the most part, the veterans compete against each other by age: 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84,and the 85 and up. This year, the oldest veteran competing was 100 years old. The oldest competitor from WV was Sparky who was 93 years old. Sparky had earned some of his monies by mowing lawns, and would end up winning a bronze medal in the quarter mile bike race. The Games themselves are divided into three categories: ambulatory, wheelchair bound, and visually impaired. There were some venues where

they were also separated by gender. The competitions included shot put, air rifle, discus throw, dominos, swimming, golf, croquet, bowling, shuffleboard, horseshoes, checkers, nine ball, table tennis, bicycling and miles. Some were adapted to accommodate those with special circumstances, but all the veterans were fiercely competitive. Yet, more than winning, the veterans were there for the camaraderie. There were several veterans who met comrades from days of old. Many made new friends, even as they welcomed old competitors. There were also extracurricular activities for those who didnt have an event at the time. Some visited the USS Arizona, a battleship still in commission even though it was sunk on Dec. 7, 1941. There were luaus held for the veteran athletes and their guests. Some went swimming, snorkeling, and sightseeing. Not all was competition. There was a special event for the veterans to experience. Honoring their heritage, the Hawaiians has provided a special opportunity for them. There was the unique experience of learning how to paddle an outrigger. Many a veteran found out it wasnt as easy as they originally thought it would be. For many years, there were models, female actors, and cheerleaders for the male veterans to have their photos taken with. At these Games, the female contingent was finally acknowledged as there were handsome hula dancers for THEM to have their pictures taken with! Most moving was the Memorial Day observance at the Punchbowl National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. The Punchbowl is a crater naturally created by hot lava through cracks in old coral reefs. Representatives of many foreign military personnel were also in attendance at this most sacred event. For this writer, meeting the Filipino contingent was a happy event as she is of Filipino heritage, and had been raised in those Islands. Representing the Philippines were an Army and a Navy officer, Ma. Pelita B. Dotado-Viliran, an attorney, and Shirley Marie Pelaez Plaza from the Office of the Vice President of the Republic of the Philippines. There was enough free time for the veterans to do other things on their own. Most popular was the SHOPPING! And they sure took advantage of that opportunity. In spite of taking smaller and less luggage to Hawaii, they made sure there was enough room to bring back something, even small things, just to have a souvenir of Hawaii. Some veterans took time to ride around the Island. Some rented cars, some rode the bus. As small as the Island is, it didnt take that much time. For those who rode the bus, they found it was a pleasure. The bus ride is normally $2.50 a trip, but if you are a senior citizen, it is only $1.00. Not only that, if the bus is full, the driver gets up and tells young folk to give up certain seats for seniors and the disabled. There is great regard for elders in the Islands. Riding through some of the newer developments, it was interesting to see every home had two or three solar panels on their roofs. More interesting was seeing that since more and more people are moving to the Islands, homes are being built higher and higher up

the mountains. Soon, those mountains just might disappear under all those residences. Eventually, all the competitions had been held, and all the medal ceremonies observed. Even the medals had the flavor of Hawaii on them with the outline of an outrigger on the back each one, and the stars that represented where their ancestors came from. Instead of ribbons to wear the medals with, the Hawaiians gave the competitors a treat by attaching the medals to kukui nut leis. The West Virginians brought one bronze, one silver, and two gold medals home. The Games are held where ever a VA will host them. So, the 2012 Games will be held in St. Louis, MO. Many of the veterans plan to drive! For those who would like to help the veterans get there, donations to the Quad State Veterans Sports Organization would be most welcomed. You can send any donation to them at Post Office Box 1025, Martinsburg, WV 25402. Su Carroll will do a special presentation along with an exciting video of the games, at the Senior Center on Thursday September 15 at 11:00.

Everyone who attended the Games received a Hawaiian shirt and matching hat. If you look closely, youll see 25th National Veterans Golden Age Games Honolulu, Hawaii included on the design. Those who, like Su Carroll, won medals, instead of being on ribbons, each came with their own Kukui Nut Lei.

Su Carroll holds her Medals Medals Struck for these Games reflect Hawaiian heritage on the backs of each.

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BERKELEY SENIOR SERVICES NEEDS YOUR IN MEMORY OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT!

In order to continue to provide quality service to seniors!

IN HONOR OF

_________________
(NAME OF LOVED ONE)

Please check amount:

____ $25 ____ $50 ____$100 ____$250 ____$500 ____Other Restricted Contribution: Nutrition ____ Transportation ____ ADS ____ In Home Care ____ Other ____

Name: _________________________________ Address: _______________________________ _______________________________

Please send your contributions to:
(Make checks payable to Berkeley Senior Services)

Thank You For Your Generous Support!

Berkeley Senior Services, 217 North High St., Martinsburg, WV 25404

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September Lunch

menu

Nutrition Program
(263-8873) Ext. 113 or 126
Join us for a nutritious meal every Monday through Friday at the Senior Center. Meals are served from 12:00-12:30 in our beautiful dining room. See our menus on-line, in our Senior Spirit or come in to the Senior Center and pick up a current copy. Check our menus and sign up before 9:30 am on a given day or call 304-263-8873 to get your name added to our list. Also, be sure to sign up for our special occasion lunches, such as the Birthday Bash, the third Friday of each month! We are very grateful to the businesses and individuals who support our nutrition program. Thanks to Kenneth Banks of Gerrardstown for the Iced Tea donation, Eight OClock Coffee of Hagerstown, Petruccis for the ice they donate on a regular basis, to Rick Lowman, for the many boxes of non-perishable food items. Meals are delivered to: * Senior Towers * North Site (2nd Tuesday month) * Ambrose Towers * Stonewall Haven * Homebound Seniors We count on your generous donations to continue to provide the lunch program for you!

Come join us for lunch!

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Bethany VanGorden, Nutrition Supervisor

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Thursday Morning Breakfast Is discontinued as of September 1st 2011

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Barleyburger Stew
Makes 2 servings 1/2 pound ground beef 1/2 cup chopped onion 1/4 chopped celery 2 1/4 cups tomato juice 1/2 cup water 1 t salt 1 t chili powder 1/4 t pepper 1/4 cup uncooked barley Use a 3 quart saucepan to cook meat and onion until the meat is brown and the onion is tender. Drain off the fat. Stir in remaining ingredients; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until the barley is done and stew is desired consistency, about an hour.

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Kiwi - T he Pink House Kitty

Coordinating homemaker/aids to ensure all of our clients have services and dealing with the day-to-day issues of managing over 100 employees is extremely stressful for the management staff, each of whom will agree. According to researchers, a pet can lower stress levels and lower blood pressure. Thats exactly why the In-Home Care employees at Berkeley Senior Services Pink House have a resident kitty named Kiwi. On a difficult day, staff members have commented, When Kiwi jumps into my lap, starts purring and insists on attention, I feel an immediate release of tension. I feel like I can handle the daily stress of my job. Kiwi is a rescue kitty. After living in Nurse Robins garage for several months, Robin felt Kiwi would be happier at the Pink House with the In-Home Care staff. This was a win-win situation because Executive Director, Linda Holtzapple, suggested a kitty might help the staff feel more relaxed. This has proven to be true. Kiwi offers much comic relief when he goes into kitty antics, playing with his bungee mouse and knocking paper clips onto the floor. It may be a good idea for you to own a pet as well. There are plenty of pets who need good homes at our local Humane Society. First, make sure that you can afford to feed and pay for annual vaccinations and consider the cost of pet food. Also, make sure you have a plan to care for your pet when you are away from home for an extended period of time. Berkeley Senior Services In-Home Care offers personal care to help our communitys Seniors and persons with disabilities remain independent and living in their own homes where they are happiest and most comfortable.

Kiwi

Molly Greenfield, Dianne Boyd, Ryan Bird, Robin Raines, Kiwi & Shirley Huntzberry

Linda Holtzapple

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Friday, September 30, 2011 9:30am-11:30am & 1:00pm-3:00pm (TBD) Senior Center - Room A Pre-payment Required Cost: $30 - Includes Class, Supplies & 16x20 Canvas Come Join us and Learn to Paint in a Quick, Easy Lesson! Wear old clothes - - Aprons Provided Call 304-263-8873, Ext. 117 for more information and sign up
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SOME THOUGHTS ON MEDICARE

Steve Englebright, BSS SHIP Counselor
being completed until late December, many people were not getting their benefits under their new plan until mid January of the new year. this change should help to prevent that from happening. Our Office Will Be Accepting Calls For Appointments Beginning October 1st, 2011. CHANGES ARE ON THE WAY Changes to the Medicare Part D prescription plans and Medicare Advantage Plans are almost certainly going to reflect changes for 2012. Please take advantage of this Upcoming Open Season I want to once again remind everyone that the open season dates for 2011 begin early this year and end early as well. THIS YEARS OPEN SEASON DATES ARE: October 15 Through December 7th, 2011. The reason for the changes are so that Medicare and the prescription companies will have sufficient time to make the necessary changes in order to have them in effect by January 1, 2012. In years past, with some reviews not years open season and make sure that you are enrolled in the most Cost effective plan based upon your personal needs and situation. the only way to be certain of that is to have a review done. we are here to help you with that. once December 8th, 2011 rolls around, you will not be able to change your prescription plan, so dont put it off. By Appointment Only, So Please Call Ahead for an Appointment Date And Time. Steve Englebright, Senior Support Services 304-263-8873, Ext. 105

Food And Drug Interactions

In todays society, there are more needs than ever before to be aware of potential food and prescription drug interactions. And, it is more necessary to know about the medicines you take and the potential for interactions. Drug interactions can make your prescription drug less effective, cause unexpected side effects or even increase the actions of the drug. Some drug interactions can even be dangerous and harmful to you. Thats why it is more important than ever to discuss these types of potential problems with your doctor or health care provider. You can reduce the risk of potentially harmful side effects with a little bit of knowledge and by reading the information that comes with your prescription medications. If you still have questions after reading the prescription information that comes with your medications, contact your doctor or the pharmacy that dispensed your medication. They will be only too happy to help answer your questions.
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DO YOU NEED IN-HOME CARE FOR YOURSELF OR A LOVED ONE?

(To be eligible for In-Home Care Services you must meet certain medical and financial guidelines.) We are not a skilled facility that can change bandages or do therapy. Medicare does not pay for our services. Please call and see if you are eligible for one of our other programs.

Let us help you regain your independence and your quality of life
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PROVIDES QUALITY IN-HOME CARE TO SENIORS AND THE DISABLED:

IN Berkeley Senior Services

Susan Rankin, IHC August Employee of the Month

BATHING GROOMING MEAL PREPARATION LIGHT HOUSEKEEPING LAUNDRY COMPANIONSHIP

The staff at Berkeley Senior Services In-Home Care Department is dedicated to keeping our clients healthy, comfortable and independent in their homes for as long as possible. We provide our community with quality and compassionate care. Robin Raines and Shirley Huntzberry, our IHC Nurses, Ryan Bird, Case Manager and a Fantastic team of 100+ In-Home Care Aides make their CLIENTS THEIR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY!

IN-HOME CARE

WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR NEW IN-HOME CARE AIDES

Our Aides are trained in CPR, First Aid, and Blood Born Pathogens (An 8-Hour OSHA Standards Training). It is also mandatory for our caregivers to attend classes for continuing education on health issues. They also receive state to state background checks and fingerprinting. TB testing is required and the Hepatitis B Vaccine is offered but not mandatory. If you are a caring and reliable person with a valid drivers license and automobile, please fill out application at 217 N. High St. Martinsburg WV Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm.

Robin Raines, IHC RN, Supervisor

Ryan Bird, Case Manager

Diane Boyd, IHC Program Coordinator

Shirley Huntzberry, IHC RN, Supervisor

IN-HOME CARE (304) 596-5514 (304) 596-2491

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Molly Greenfield, IHC Program Coordinator

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Senior Support Services (304-263-8873)

Notary Services
Notary Services are available for Living Wills, Medical Power of Attorney and more. Donations are appreciated so that we may continue to provide this service.

Beverly Gerlach: Senior Support Service Supervisor, Ext. 104 Stephen Englebright: SHIP Counselor, Ext. 105 Kelli Richard: Senior Support Service Assistant, Ext. 122

**In order for us to give each person our undivided attention, we ask that everyone please make an appointment for all Senior Support Services

We gladly accept private donations to help keep our programs running.

West Virginia SHIP Program IMPORTANT!

Open Enrollment for Medicare Part D will begin earlier this year October 15 to December 7, 2011. This is the time to review your 2012 plan, choose a new Part D plan, or enroll in a plan if you do not have a Medicare drug plan. BY APPOINTMENT ONLY--ACCEPTING CALLS STARTING 10/01/11 FOR APPOINTMENTS

Grocery Shopping, Hair Appointments, Pick up Medications and more

We provide Assisted Transportation to Seniors 60 years and older to residents in Berkeley County who do not have a vehicle or any other transportation available to them. We do ask a suggestion donation based on your monthly income and distance traveled on a sliding fee scale. Please call at least five business days in advance to be scheduled.

Nutritional Supplement- Ensure

We order Ensure on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month for seniors 60 years or older and can receive it within 5 to 7 days. The Ensure is available to seniors with a suggested minimum contribution per case. For more information contact Kelli- Monday-Wednesday Ext. 122

DHHR Representative
Need Food stamps, Assistance getting your Medicare Premium paid, Medical Card-Get an appointment with (Department of Health and Human Resources). Mike Peters- is in the lower level- back entrance of the Pink House- (In Home Care Office) next to the Senior Center. This service is for seniors 60 and older in Berkeley County. You must have a scheduled appointment. For more info., please call 263-8873 Ext. 104, 105 or 122.
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FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES*

For more information regarding any of the following listings, Call Kathy McIntyre at 304263-8873, Ext. 114 LUMA- Mens Group Men who are in a household where family caregiving takes place and are interested in getting together with other caregiving men are welcome to contact family caregiver Raymond Foss via e-mail at fossraymond@aol.com or you may call him at 304-262-7415. Lunchtime Alzheimers Support If your loved one has memory concerns due to Alzheimers or a related dementia, you are welcome to attend a new lunchtime support group to meet at the Berkeley Senior Center, 217 N. High St. Martinsburg, the second Friday of each month, 11:30am-1:00pm, beginning Oct. 14th. Time will be given to share challenges and successes in your caregiving journey. Experienced family caregivers provide an understanding ear and share honest, helpful information about what to expect as well as suggestions that work. Helpful take-home literature will also be available. TBI Support Group Providing information and support to brain injury survivors of all ages and/or their loved ones, this group meets the second Tuesday of every month at the Berkeley Senior Center 6:30pm-8:30pm. Meetings include an informative speaker or encouraging activity. Time is provided for supportive interaction among attendees. For more information: Call Lindsey Sipes at (717) 860-3404, e-mail TBI_supportgroup@hotmail.com and/or check our web site: http:// panhandletbisupportgroup.webs.com Alzheimers Support Group If your loved one has memory concerns due to Alzheimers or a related dementia, you are welcome to attend at City Hospital the third Wednesday of each month, 7:30-9:00pm, across from the first-floor cafeteria, to share challenges and successes in your caregiving journey. Experienced male and female family caregivers of persons with various types of dementia, primarily Alzheimers, provide an understanding ear and share honest, helpful information about what to expect as well as suggestions that work. * Are you interested in a daytime Alzheimers Support Group? Let ADS know which day and time is best for you and with enough interest, we will certainly offer this at the Berkeley Senior Center for family caregivers in our community.

Brain Fitness Club This monthly Monday educational group is attended by folks concerned about their memory health, may have confirmed early memory loss, or wish to attend with a family member with early memory loss. For more information contact Shari Scolaro at scolaros@frontier.com or call 304-754-4230. Caregiver LunchOut Treat yourself to a midday break in a light-hearted atmosphere to talk about everyday topics as a way of breaking the constant focus on caregiving. Family caregivers are also supported in the sharing of challenges and solution ideas of current caregiving situations. You are welcome to attend any LunchOut gathering 11:30am-1:00pm. Upcoming lunch dates are September 2nd at War Memorial Park (Covered Dish Picnic- at Sr. Center if raining), October 7th at Jamaican Caf, and November 4th at Vocellis Pizza. Contact Kathy ahead to reserve adequate seating.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Monetary Gifts from BSS Friends:
Essroc, Liberty Tax Services, Martinsburg Optical , Inc., Dan Mosser OD, Suzanne S. Potter, Larry Redman, St. Lukes United Methodist Church, Sylvia Sanders, XI Gamma Zeta Beta Sigma Phi

Contributions in Memory & Honor of Family Members & Friends:

In Loving Memory of: Larry Martz By Kathy Cole, Harry Freshman, Joanne Middleton, Fay Soccino, The Jefferson County Chapter Izaak Walton League of America& the Employees of the Harrisburg branch office of Michael Baker Jr., Inc. In Honor of: Beatrice A. Schafferman By R. Schafferman Donations of items and services: Tracey Behn, Ronald Booth, Marie Crosby, Dana M. DeJarnett, Jo Frudinger Linda Guesford, Nancy Herbst, Joseph Jesford, Clark and Elsie Johnson, Judy Mays, Suzy Martz , Dianne Miller, Marie Miller, Bonnie Purks, Ric Pickwick, Mary Ann and Doug Pike, Ruth Raney, Joan Seay, Melodi Shull, Dave and Cathy Staubs, Jesscile Stephens, Stonewall Haven, Dee Snyder, Jean Taylor, Tuscarora CEOs, Martha Zimmerman. Donation of 2 walkers in Memory of: JoAnne Cubit by Joy White. Also: Sheldon Stephens for his donation of DVDs and DVD Players.

SPECIAL NOTE: Family caregivers nationwide and locally endorse support groups as the #1 help in their caregiving journey, yet support groups are under-utilized. Please try out any of those mentioned above and see how you too benefit as you help encourage others in similar circumstances. Respite care may be available with advance notice at the center or at home.

ADS Volunteer Needs:

Looking for something new and rewarding to get involved in? Put volunteering in Adult Day Services on your list of options to check out. Or encourage your club, business, or friends to explore what they may wish to do for our program. Opportunities include: n Volunteer Activities Assistant or Aide to work 4-8 hours alongside the staff in providing a meaningful program for all. n Activity partner to assist a person with group or individual activities n Bi-lingual translator to enable Spanishspeaking assisted seniors to participate in ADS/ center activities n Guest reader for reminiscence hour 12nn-1pm, monthly or weekly n Assist with Writing Club 2x/mo n Guest craft leader 1-4x/mo. For more information contact Program Manager Kathy McIntyre at Ext. 114. If the above listed tasks do not fit a particular skill or interest, contact BSSs Administrative Assistant Veda McDowell at Ext. 103 to see what other agency volunteer opportunities are available.

Recreational & Social Activities Wish List

* Hardback/paperback books * DVDs * Books on Tape * Birthday, Sympathy & Get Well Cards * Cosmetic items for Men & Womens Birthday Gifts * Please no magazines or VHS tapes * Call 2638873 for more details on any items.

ADS Thank-yous
n Anonymous n Tracey Butler n Marshall Cole Family n Dot Fleshman n Harry Freshman Family n Employees of the

Harrisburg branch office of Michael Baker, Jr. Inc. n J.C. Chapter Izaak Walton League of America n Suzie Martz n Leonard Messick n Joanne Middleton n Christy Simpson n Harry Soccino n Daniel Staggers

ADS Wish List

* Hand sanitizer * Facial tissues * Craft foam * Craft paint * Potting Soil * bird seeds * bird suet supplies (peanut butter, shortening, flour) * moist towelette wipes * laundry detergent * easy handy-work projects for men * snacks including low sodium/sugar (Jell-O, pudding, cookies, ice cream, PB&J, unsweetened drink mixes, non-herbal tea bags, instant tea, and decaf. coffee). Food items must be in unopened,
unexpired store packaging. All items are tax deductible and credit will be noted in Senior Spirit.

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Bugsy and Carolyn having fun winning new hats at Bingo

Van Drivers Sue, Charles and Sam cleaning a BSS Van

Crochet Class Cathy Carson & Sue Meister show off their work!

Shepherd University Freshman Students Groom BSS Gardens!

On Wednesday, August 17th, a group of Shepherd Students came to the Berkeley Senior Center for a time of Community Service. Freshmen students Tory Treichel, Victoria Miches, Michael Viands and Sara McPhilmy, along with Senior Advisor, Dirk Markley, spent time mulching the gardens around the Senior Center on High Street in Martinsburg. Thank you so much! Great job!
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TRANSPORTATION (304-263-8873)
Wendy Webber Transportation Supervisor/Receptionist

201 E. Burke Street Martinsburg, WV 25401 Phone 304.263.0891 Toll Free 877.242.7278 Fax 304.263.0997

ARE YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW IN NEED OF TRANSPORTATION?

We provide transportation to Berkeley County residents for Medical appointments in Berkeley County. Transportation services are for those who have no other means of transportation. We do ask for those 60 years and older for a donation according to their monthly income, for those who are under 60 we require a fee according to their monthly income.

Medical Claims Assistance

With so many insurance companies today trying to cut costs, the need for Medical Claims Assistance is growing. Medical Claims Assistance Professionals are hired by the patients to assist with their claims. Valid claims are turned down every day, often because of missing information. If an insurance claim is denied, we can investigate the claim to find a reason for the denial and to attempt to get it overturned. Many claims are denied because of errors in the filing process such as improper coding by the doctors office, duplicate charges or late filing. Sometimes claims are denied because of a policy restriction, but a good Medical Claims Assistance Professional can negotiate with the insurance company to pay the claim or with the doctor to reduce the charges. Call us today to see how we can help you 304-263-0891.

If you are on Medicaid and need transportation contact Wendy at 304-263-8873 to find out if your Medicaid covers transportation.

Guidelines for Medical Transportation:

5 business day notice No appointments after 2:00 p.m. 24-hour notice of cancellation

Nutrition Transportation:
Would you like to get out and meet new people and/ or have some much needed conversation with someone other than the cat or dog? We provide seniors who have no other means of transportation to the Senior Center for lunch and socialization. Transportation spaces are limited so you will need to call and check on availability. We do ask that you give a donation according to your location.

Guidelines for Nutrition Transportation:

Call to find out when we pick up in your area. Call by 8:00 am to cancel if you cannot come that day. Be courteous to other riders - NO PROFANITY!

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ADULT DAY SERVICES

304-263-8873, Ext. 114
Celebrating 16 Years!
Supporting Families in Adult Caregiving
Program Manager: Kathy McIntyre, BSW, LSW(5+) Activities Coordinator: Katherine Donovan(5+) Activities Assistants: Dale Bradfield(5+), Carrie Carper, Carina Fawcett, Deana Keplinger, Sarah Lung, Shelley Lynn(5+), Misty Mills, Lily Pryle, Amanda Rickman, Jessica Seibert(New!), Gloria Simmons(New!), and Bethann Warren.

Paxton, Rita Donadieu (5+) , Shari Scolaro (5+) , Susan Bradley (2011 BSS Volunteer of the Year), and Terrence Goodman (2011 Exemplary Service Award Winner).

Kathy McIntyre

80% of caregiving is done by unpaid, informal family or friends. Caregivers are burning out at an alarming rate. 63% (about 2/3) of senior family caregivers die first. Statistics as these support why Adult Day Services is available to caregiving families. We provide valuable services which include: -Information about available resources, -Care counseling & support groups, -Training on caregiving issues and skills, and -Respite service so the caregiver can receive that important break in their constancy of care. While the family caregiver is maintaining gainful employment, running errands, enjoying quality time with other family members or friends, or taking a much needed nap, their assisted loved one can enjoy interacting with others in the congregate program at the senior center or with a respite worker in the home. Family caregivers can have peace of mind knowing their loved ones are safely engaging in activities they enjoy and that they can do with the appropriate amount of assistance.

If you are a family caregiver, an assisted adult, or someone looking for a worthwhile volunteer experience, now is a great time to check out what ADS is all about and how we may be just what you are looking for. Sept. 18 th -24 th is National Adult Day Services Week. Check out the rest of the Senior Spirit for special activities we will be hosting that week for family caregivers: Monday- The Educated Caregiver Training, Wednesday- HOPE for Alzheimers education, and Friday- Caregiver Fair and Luncheon. Tuesday, our congregate participants will host the Berkeley Springs day program for joint activities and Thursday a park picnic is being planned.

You are welcome to visit our day program between 8:00am and 5:00pm weekdays or simply call us for more information.

Memory Minders Monthly Club

STARTING 9-12-11
The Monthly Memory Minders Club will start meeting at the Senior Center on Monday September 12, 2011, from 10:0011:30 am. The Club will continue on the first Monday of each month until next spring. Develop new skills to slow the process of memory loss. The new, six-week Brain Fitness Course that was scheduled to begin this fall, will be moved up to the spring of 2012. Watch for details in the new year! Please call Shari Scolaro at 304-754-4230 for more information.

So who is a family caregiver?

If a person spends time each week shopping for a family member or friend, taking them to medical appointments, making sure bills are paid and the house is tended to, making sure one is eating right, taking medications properly, etc., that person is a caregiver. While some people would argue that these tasks are part of ones marriage vows or part of being a loving devoted child, these tasks can become above and beyond what is normal, negatively affecting the health of the caregiver and warrants the assistance of other families, friends, or community professionals. Adult Day Services in particular is provided not to replace the love and care one provides at home; but enables caregivers to be able to do it longer. Yet, it does not take long to realize the trained and experienced ADS staff and volunteers (some who have been here 5+ years) are caring and competent. They are who make the program work and make the day meaningful, enjoyable, and safe for participants. If there are any observed changes, concerns, or suggestions, a staff member is on the phone to the family or takes time to talk when seeing the family at the end of the day. A new hire who passes the reference and background checks is well-trained on-site before ever being sent to provide in-home respite. Our ultimate test question one needs to pass is Would I trust this person to take care of my own assisted family member at home? We also appreciate the assistance our volunteers provide to our day activity program, memory classes & support group, and/or with clerical and promotional tasks including: Cherity Bivens, Barb Gray (2011 Spirit Award Winner), Barbara Meller (2011 Exemplary Service Award Winner), Diane Steece (2011 Exemplary Service Award Winner), Donna
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BOOKS! BOOKS! BOOKS!

Please stop in at the Center and take a look at our Book Table. We have a wonderful selection of both hard cover and paperback books for sale. Our price for hard cover books is .50 each, and paperbacks are .25 each or 5 for $1.00. We also sell Greeting Cards for all occasions for .10 each. Our Books on Tape and Movie Table is an ever changing mix of Old Classics and more recent titles. Our DVDs and books on tape are priced at $1.00 each, with VHS tapes .50 each. We will gladly accept your donations of cards, books and movies. We look forward to seeing you!
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BERKELEY COUNTY SENIOR CENTER

217 N. HIGH STREET MARTINSBURG, WV 25401
All registrations for the following classes will be accepted by Wendy Webber at 304-2638873. The Berkeley Senior Center hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Classes are conducted in the Computer Lab on the lower level of the Center and space is limited to 9 students per class. All instruction is provided by volunteer Trainers. Photoshop Elements 9 A basic course in Adobe Photoshop with an emphasis on cloning, imaging, resizing, layering, airbrushing, and cropping. Basic computer skills are a prerequisite to being successful in this class. Tuition is $40.00 for those ages 60 and over, $50.00 for those under 60 and non Berkeley County residents. 2 Day Class Instructor: G. Offerdahl - Wednesday, October 12- 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Friday, October 14 9:30 a.m. to noon INTRO TO COMPUTERS A fun self paced class for those not proficient with the mouse or keyboard. This course is intended to familiarize students with the parts of a computer through guided activities. Students will progress at their own speed through the game type program with instructors available to assist as needed. Students are encouraged to bring their laptop computers if they have them. Tuition is $20.00 for those ages 60 and over, $30.00 for those 60 and under and non Berkeley County residents. 1 Day Class Instructor: L. Page / N. Triggs - Choose 1 of 2 dates: Tuesday August 30 - 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. OR Thursday September 1 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Internet If you have a computer, you can explore the world from the comfort of your own home. Students should know how to log on to a computer and have basic computer skills such as using the mouse and keyboard. Come join us to learn how to explore the World Wide Web safely using Internet Explorer. Tuition is $20.00 for those ages 60 and over, $30.00 for those 60 and under and non Berkeley County residents. 1 Day Class Instructor: L. Page Tuesday September 279:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EMAIL BASICS Students will learn how to read, write, reply, and forward email; to send and receive attachments and to keep and use a list of email contacts. It is emphasized that students be familiar with accessing the Internet and if not should consider the Internet class and Intro to Computers. For this class the tool that will be explored is the Yahoo web based mail program but students do not need to have a Yahoo email to enroll. Tuition is $20.00 for those ages 60 and over, $30.00 for those 60 and under and non Berkeley County residents. 1 Day Class Instructor: L. Page - Tuesday October 25 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WINDOWS 7 This class will introduce students to the wide array of personalization tools available on Windows 7 such as themes, snipping tool, wordpad, sticky notes, the sidebar, aero and shake. You will learn how to use the task bar to the best advantage, customize the start menu, view documents side by side with snap, find files and folders, and search for anything on your computer. Students must be proficient in using the mouse and keyboard, please consider taking the Intro class first if you need help with the mouse and keyboard. Tuition is $35.00 for Seniors 60+ and $45.00 for under 60 and non Berkeley County residents. 1 Day Class Instructor: N. Triggs - Thursday October 20 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Windows 7 / Advanced This class is for those who have been using their computers for some time. In this class you will learn about user accounts, power options, logging in to public wireless networks, uninstalling programs, using system restore, disk cleanup, computer security, advanced personalization tools and more. Tuition is $35.00 for Seniors 60+ and $45.00 for under 60 and non Berkeley County residents. 1 Day Class Instructor: N. Triggs - Tuesday, November 15- 9:30 am to 2:30 pm Other classes may be added based on request and staff availability. Contact the Center at 304-263-8873 for additional information or to request a specific instructional course. Some limited one on one instruction is provided in special circumstances and at the availability of volunteers.

ENROLLMENT IN ALL CLASSES IS LIMITED.PLEASE ENROLL EARLY. TO REGISTER: Print this page and complete the registration form shown below. Each class has a maximum of nine students and must be pre-paid to reserve your enrollment. Checks should be made payable to Berkeley Senior Services. Detach registration form. Bring the form in to the Senior Center lower level, or mail with tuition to: BERKELEY SENIOR SERVICES, 217 N. High Street, Martinsburg, WV 25401 (304) 263-8873 If you are not notified, assume your registration has been accepted and report on the first scheduled day of class. No receipts are mailed. Please check class dates carefully. No refunds will be given after seven (7) days before scheduled class. CLASSES WILL BE RESCHEDULED if the Senior Center is closed due to inclement weather or other emergencies. Listen to local radio stations. ******************************************** Name:__________________________ Address:________________________ City:__________State:_____ Zip:____ Home Phone:____________________ Email Address:___________________ Class Name: ____________________ Class Date: _____________________ Tuition Enclosed: ______ Check #___ Please do not send cash

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Friday, September 23, 2011 10:00am to 3:00pm

Berkeley Senior Center, 217 N. High St. Mtsbg.

Seventh Annual

Adult Family Caregiver Information Fair & Luncheon

Do you take care of an adult family member? Are you looking for ways to maintain care of your adult loved one at home? Are you looking for answers to a variety of related questions but dont know where to go or have the time to get everywhere!

The Caregiver Fair will provide:  Representatives of a variety of organizations and programs to provide you information and answer your immediate questions.  Free health assessments.  Pampering vendors to help you relax and rejuvenate.  Caregiver Luncheon at 1:00pm to include:

Donna Cobean, VAMC Community Support Coordinator and family caregiver to present: STRESS RELIEF: Its an Inside Job
 On-site respite care if needed for assisted loved ones (with advance notice).  Chinese Auction and Door Prizes
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The luncheon is approved for 1 contact hour for RNs and SWs. Panhandle Home Health, Inc. is an approved provider of continuing education by the WV Board of Nursing provider #WV2003-0437RN. NASWWV Chapter (and Eastern Panhandle Branch) is an approved provider of continuing education by the WV Board of SW Examiners #490013. Contact Kathy McIntyre for more information at 304-263-8873, Ext. 114 or e-mail her at bssads1@berkeleyseniorservices.org
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