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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017
About the Senior Expo
The Belton Senior Expo is held annually at the Bell County Expo Center
and is free and open to the public. This year, it will run on Sept. 26 from
8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The Expo is designed to showcase how businesses, organizations and
activities in the Central Texas area make our community a “senior
friendly” place to live. With more than 90 vendors, participants can
pick up information on nutrition and fitness, housing, financial
planning, pharmaceuticals, volunteer opportunities, hobbies and leisure
activities, as well as learning about retirement communities, nursing and
rehabilitation facilities, Medicare, Medicaid and after-life arrangements.
The Expo features a wellness center, where Seton Medical Center and
Baylor Scott & White Audiology will offer various free screenings. The
no-pressure, fun-filled day will also include entertainment and drawings
for door prizes.
The Senior Expo will host two speaker sessions upstairs in the Special
Events room. An elevator directly services the room. The first session
will welcome Dr. Jeffery B. Michel at 9 a.m. to discuss heart disease.
The second session will welcome John Wessler to discuss Financing for
Long Term Care. For more information about this year’s speakers, please
see pages 4 and 5.
Throughout this year’s tab, you will find feature stories on just a few
of the many companies that will have booths at the Belton Senior Expo.
Table of Contents
7 - Lena Armstrong Library
8, 9 - Speakers - Dr. Jeffery B.
Michel, John Wessler
13 - Legacy Dental
18, 19 - Vendor Layout Map
20 - Luvida
21 - Harper Talasek
26 - Montgomery Chiropractic
31 - Kindred Hospice

Special to the Journal
Physical activity and proper
diet and nutrition can
help people aged 50 and
older maintain their physical
health. But there are also
ways aging men and women
can preserve brain health in
an effort to prevent or delay
the cognitive decline that
affects millions of seniors
across the globe.
It’s easy to overlook the
importance of keeping the
brain healthy. However, a
decline in brain function
can result in poor concentration,
memory loss and a
host of other issues. Sometimes,
by the time symptoms
present themselves, it
may be too late to reverse
any damage.
Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017 5
How seniors can preserve their brains
Research suggests that a
combination of nutrition
and mental, social and
physical activities may have
a greater impact with regard
to maintaining and improving
brain health than any
single activity. Harvard
Medical School also states
that volunteering, caring
for others and pursuing
hobbies may benefit the
brains of older adults.
A study published in the
Archives of General Psychiatry
found participants
who reported higher levels
of purpose in life exhibited
superior cognitive function
despite the accumulation
of abnormal protein depositions
(amyloid plaques
and neurofibrillary tangles)
in the brain, a hallmark of
Alzheimer’s disease. Having
a purpose also may help
those who do not have Alzheimer’s
disease.
In addition to the suggestions
mentioned above,
those who want to boost
brain health can consider
these strategies.
• Start exercising the brain
early on. A study published
in 2012 in the British Medical
Journal examined cognitive
function in people
ages 45 to 70. Researchers
found evidence of cognitive
decline in the 45-year-old
participants as well as the
older participants. It’s never
too early to put a brain
health plan into motion.
• Read more books. Reading
can open individuals up
to new vocabulary and scenarios
that promote a stronger
brain and recall ability.
Enrolling in an education
course at a local college,
community center or online
also may be beneficial.
• Hit the gym. Several
studies suggest an association
between physical activity
and reduced risk of cognitive
decline. This could
be because exercise elevates
heart rate, which pumps
more blood to the brain and
body.
• Supplement with DHA.
DHA is an omega-3 fatty
acid that is dominant in the
brain. Adhere to a Mediterranean
diet, which is generally
high in natural sources
of omega-3, including fish
and mono-unsaturated fats
from olives, olive oil, nuts
and seeds. Supplements
also may help, but individuals
should consult with
their doctors about which
products to take.
• Challenge the mind. Men
and women can engage in
challenging activities that
stray from their routines.
Puzzles, strategic games,
jigsaw puzzles, or difficult
hobbies can benefit the
brain.
• Keep a close-knit group
of friends. Regular conversation
and social interaction
is a key component of
any brain health wellness
plan.
Slowing cognitive decline
and promoting greater
brain health should be
a priority for adults of all
ages.

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The Lena Armstrong Public Library: Offering more to the senior community
By Taylor Powell
The Lena Armstong Public Library
is an establishment that cares for
their local community. The Public
Library has always does much for
their surrounding community and
their history proves as such. The library
started from humble beginnings
by starting as the first women’s
movement in central Texas. In the
beginning, the library mainly consisted
of women and their children
meeting on Wednesdays. They were
called the Woman’s Wednesday Club
and they would meet in the central
Texas Hotel. The Woman’s Wednesday
Club would house women and
children that were escaping abusive
situations. The library eventually expanded
due to the over compensation
of books located in the Central
Texas hotel room. The library moved
from the hotel room to 201 North
Main Street. The library was called
the Carnegie Library and this move
was due to much persistence by the
Women’s Wednesday club. The library
remained in the location for
75 years. The Belton Public Library
has remained in its current location
since 1975.
The Belton Public library cares for
the surrounding community especially
the senior citizens of the area.
Kim Kroll the director of the Belton
Public Library is happy to give to the
senior citizens of the Belton community.
“We have taken about 50 to 60 large
print books and rotate them out to
multiple homes. We also can help
someone who can not get to the library
obtain books. They can have
a caring member come thru here
and get their books for them. We
have applications for a talking book
program. Which is a free program
sponsored by the Texas State Library.
This is a way for senior citizens to
get books and magazines on tape
for them. We also give out books to
different books to different nursing
homes,” said Kroll.
Kroll has been with the Lena Armstrong
Public Library since 200 and
she loves the work she has put in for
the library. The Public library has a
history of giving to the back to the
Belton community since its beginnings.
The library is a great way to
give back to the community and a
way to give back to the senior citizens
of the community. For more information
about how to participate
with the Belton Public Library please
contact (254) 933-5831.
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017
Speaker of the hour, 9 a.m.
Dr. Jeffrey B. Michel, FACC
Dr. Jeffrey Michel serves
as the Interim Cardiology
Director at Scott & White
Medical Center-Temple
and the Assistant Dean
for International Education
through Texas A&M
Health Science Center. He
is an established and highly
dedicated physician with
over 20 years of experience
in cardiology. Dr. Michel
is dedicated to the field of
Cardiology and his passion
takes him all over the world
where he speaks to other
physicians and leaders.
Dr. Michel grew up in
Houston and obtained his
undergraduate degree from
Rice University where he
majored in biochemistry.
Dr. Michel earned his medical
degree from the University
of Texas Southwestern
in Dallas, and completed
his cardiology fellowship
program at Harvard Medical
School.
Dr. Michel has served the
cardiology profession in
diverse ways over his career.
His love for the cardiology
profession has led
to research and publication
of several articles, the
establishment of a private
practice and membership
in several professional societies.
In his spare time, Dr. Michel
likes to read, travel
and spend time with his
lovely wife Andrea.
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Speaker of the hour, 10:30 a.m.
John Wessler
John Wessler helps his clients
and their families become eligible
for Medicaid and Veteran’s
benefits. He also helps
with pre-planning to protect
his clients assets from spend
down in the event you need to
go into a nursing home, move
to an assisted living community
or need home health care.
He has been helping families
qualify for Medicaid and Veteran’s
benefits for nearly ten
years.
He is the Senior Care Planner
for the firm and has
worked in numerous areas of
the employee benefits and financial
planning industry for
more than thirty years. In the
last decade he has concentrated
his practice on assisting
older adults facing long term
healthcare issues with eligibility
for public benefits such as
Medicaid and Veteran’s benefits.
“It’s helpful for seniors to
pre-plan for their future financial
and care needs in order
to preserve their assets
and avoid economic and legal
hardship for their spouses and
children,” said Wessler. “For
example, if a husband and
wife have durable powers of
attorney in force and a sudden
long term incapacity or incompetency
arises, the spouse
or a child may be able take significant
action to provide for
their physical and financial
well-being. Without a durable
power of attorney, incapacity
may force the spouse or
a child to pursue obtaining a
guardianship, a time-consuming
and expensive process.”
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Investment Advisory since
2008. He currently serves
on the Board of Directors of
Shepherd’s Heart Pantry and
previously served for 20 years
on the Abilene Christian University
Alumni Board.
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Alzheimer’s disease is one of
the more prominent forms of
dementia, but there are many
additional types of dementia
that also can cause both physical
and cognitive alterations.
Understanding the complexity
of dementia can be beneficial
to both dementia sufferers
and their caregivers.
Dementia is a general term
used to define a decline in
mental ability severe enough
that it can interfere with daily
life, offers the Alzheimer’s Association.
Alzheimer’s disease
is the most common type of
dementia.
Dementia is not a disease
but a term used to describe a
wide range of symptoms. The
words “senility” and “dementia”
often are incorrectly used
interchangeably. However,
serious mental decline is not
a normal part of aging.
Dementia presents itself
through various symptoms,
and memory loss alone is
not enough to lead to a dementia
diagnosis. Dementia
can affect thinking and social
abilities, but the Mayo Clinic
notes that some dementias
may be reversible. The following
are some common
symptoms of dementia:
• Trouble communicating or
finding words.
• Difficulty completing complex
tasks.
• Challenges with planning
and organization.
• Episodes of confusion and
disorientation.
• Memory loss, which is often
noticed by a third party.
• Personality changes that
can include agitation, anxiety,
inappropriate behavior and
even hallucinations.
Apart from Alzheimer’s disease,
which is a progressive
disorder most common in
people age 65 and older, there
are other types of dementia.
The second most common is
called “vascular dementia.”
This results from damage to
vessels that supply blood to
the brain. This damage can be
the result of stroke, smoking
and other blood vessel conditions.
Brain imaging can often
detect blood vessel problems
implicated in vascular dementia.
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Seniors and exericse: Tips to avoid injuries, get healthy
Special the the Journal
Exercise is an important component
of a healthy lifestyle. Daily exercise
can improve mood, promote an active
lifestyle and reduce a person’s
risk for a host of ailments, including
diabetes and heart disease.
Despite the importance of exercise,
many people live sedentary lifestyles
into their golden years. Seniors who
want to embrace a healthier way of
life and get more physically active
should first consult with their physicians
before beginning an exercise
regimen. Certain medications may
limit just how far seniors can push
themselves, while preexisting conditions
may make specific types of exercise
off limits. After discussing their
limitations with their physicians and
developing a safe exercise routine, seniors
can heed the following tips to
avoid injury but still get healthy.
Pick a partner. Whether it’s a spouse
or a friend who is physically active
or wants to be, try exercising with
a partner, at least initially. Doing so
can provide the motivation you need
and partners can serve as safety nets
should you need assistance completing
an exercise or suffer an injury
and require medical attention. Personal
trainers can serve as your partner,
and many gyms offer discounts
to seniors on personal training services.
Start slowly. Seniors who have not
been physically active for some time
should take a gradual approach to
exercise. Instead of heading right for
the treadmill, exercise bike or elliptical
machine, start walking every day.
When it rains, find a treadmill you
can walk on. The American Academy
of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends
seniors begin by determining
how many steps they can take in a
day and then gradually working toward
10,000 to 15,000 steps per day.
Utilize step counting apps on your
smartphone to track your progress.
Apply the same slow approach to
strength training exercises, lifting
only very light weights at first before
gradually increasing weight as your
body acclimates to the exercises.
Stretch. Bodies that have been inactive
for lengthy periods of time
are inflexible, and lack of flexibility
increases your risk for injury.
The AAOS recommends that seniors
warm up their bodies before
stretching with five to 10 minutes of
low-intensity activity such as walking.
Then stretch gently, remembering
to relax and breathe during each
stretch.
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017
Help senior drivers maintain their independence
Special to the Journal
As men and women age,
various factors may affect
their ability to drive. In addition
to issues with memory,
seniors may have failing
eyesight and physical limitations,
and their reaction
time may slow down. In
such instances, seniors’ ability
to safely operate a motor
vehicle may be questioned.
Age alone is not a reliable
measure of driving ability,
but many of the issues that
affect one’s ability to safely
drive a vehicle tend to
appear as men and women
near their golden years.
Losing the ability to safely
operate an automobile can
greatly reduce a person’s
independence. That is why
periodic driver evaluations
may be met with some reluctance.
Aging men and
women who don’t want to
avoid potential conflicts
with concerned family
members can take their own
steps to ensure they maintain
their ability to safely
operate a motor vehicle.
Schedule a driving safety
evaluation
When drivers’ abilities to
operate a motor vehicle
become suspect, a thorough
evaluation should be
scheduled. The evaluation
should not be handled by a
family physician or family
member, but by an unbiased
third party like a Certified
Driving Rehabilitation Specialist.
This is a therapist
who has special certification
to assist people with
disabilities, including older
adults, with driving. They
can help individuals with
adaptive equipment or techniques
if driving issues stem
from something that can be
addressed.
Figure out if the car “fits”
the individual
A program called CarFit
can help drivers assess if
their car is suited to their
abilities. A team of trained
technicians and/or health
professionals work with
participants to ensure their
vehicles are equipped for
maximum safety and comfort.
A properly adjusted
vehicle is as important as
one’s cognitive and physical
abilities. Adjustments
can include mirror placement,
good foot positioning
and sitting at the proper
distance from the steering
wheel. People can learn
about an upcoming event at
www.car-fit.org.
Take a driver improvement
course
Driver improvement
courses are provided by
various organizations, including
some insurance
companies. AARP also has
a Driver Safety Course to
lower the risk of traffic violations,
collisions and injuries.
Completion of these
courses can help drivers enhance
their abilities behind
the wheel and may result in
lower premiums for mature
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Keep the mind and body fit
Regular exercise and a
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017 13
The effects missing teeth have in the older population
By Dr. Jason A. Megens, DMD,
FAACP
Left- A patient with a reluctent smile with an older appearence.
Right- The same patient with a joyous smile and rejuvenated appearence.
Advances in medicine has allowed
health providers to improve care and
the quality of the lives of their patients.
Therefore, people are living
longer past the age of retirement. In
1965, the average life span was 65
years, while in today’s age a person
can be expected to live into their 80’s.
However, as life expectancy has increased
so has the chances of developing
diseases and conditions, one of
them being tooth loss. There are many
reasons why people living longer are
losing more of their teeth.
Periodontal disease along and root
decay were the main contributors to
tooth loss. As a majority of seniors
are living on a fixed income their access
to care reduces, increasing their
chances to losing teeth. Smoking has
been associated with tooth loss and
studies have shown men lose 3.0 teeth
and women lose 1.5 teeth for every 10
years of smoking. As people are living
longer, they may have higher chances
of developing long-term or chronic
progressive conditions. For example,
studies have shown that 1 in 5 cases
of total tooth loss is link to type 2 diabetes.
People are also taking more
medications to treat their conditions
and these medications often have side
effects such as dry mouth, which is
also a major contributor to tooth loss.
There are many physical and psychological
consequences to losing teeth.
The jawbone starts to shrink reducing
options to replace teeth, the skin starts
to wrinkle and sag as the face starts to
look older, and people may start to
lose their confidence, have difficulty
speaking and be less likely to engage
in social activities. However, one of
the biggest consequences of tooth
loss is malnutrition. The important
role that natural teeth play in a person’s
body is that teeth allow people
to chew and break down their food so
the body can properly absorb the nutrients
in the food.
When people start to lose teeth and
replace them with either a complete
denture or a partial denture, they unknowingly
start to lose their chewing
power. Being able to chew also keeps
the chewing muscles strong and in
shape. The average person with a
full set of teeth can bite 150-250 psi
(pounds per square inch) and as high
as 1,000 psi. A person without teeth
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Complete and partial denture wearers
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017
Special to the Journal
Though a transient lifestyle
is something few people aspire
to during much of their
lives, come retirement, the
idea of staying in a place for
only a short time has more
appeal.
According to a 2014 study
from the Transamerica
Center for Retirement
Studies, 36 percent of baby
boomers want to spend
their retirements traveling.
Many are succeeding in doing
just that, as a study from
the luxury travel network
Virtuoso found that today’s
seniors spent an average of
just over $11,000 per year
on travel. That was more
than any other generation,
highlighting just how much
Three money-saving travel tips for retirees
older adults like to get out
and explore the world.
Retirees who fear they
cannot afford to travel can
explore the various ways
for seniors to cut costs and
still satisfy their wanderlust
during retirement.
1. Take advantage of
age-related discounts.
Some adults prefer to
hide their ages, but when it
comes time to travel during
retirement, honesty is the
best policy. Many businesses
that cater to travelers offer
discounts to seniors. Car
rental agencies, hotels, travel
agencies, and cruise lines
may offer direct discounts
to customers 65 and older,
while membership in organizations
such as AAA and
AARP may make seniors
eligible for additional discounts.
Discounts on lodging
and airfare might net
the biggest savings, but even
discounts on various smaller
expenses can add up to
big savings.
2. Don’t overlook travel
agencies.
While many prospective
travelers’ first instincts are
now to visit various travel
websites in an effort to find
the most affordable trips,
it’s important that travelers
not overlook travel agencies
when planning trips. Travel
websites, though a valuable
resource, only list the hotels
and airlines that agree to
be included on their sites.
While many participate,
some do not, and those that
do not may instead work independent
of travel websites
or partner with travel agencies.
Travel agencies have
access to the latest information,
and many specialize in
certain countries, knowing
all the attractions visitors to
their countries want to see.
Travel agencies may offer
packages that include admissions
to popular attractions,
which can be more
affordable than planning a
trip a la carte.
3. Travel as part of a group.
Group travel may not appeal
to everyone, but it
should appeal to older, budget-conscious
travelers. Retirees
who are uncomfortable
driving at home will
likely be even less comfortable
driving in foreign countries
where the rules of the
road are not the same. Traveling
in groups, whether it’s
with a retirement community,
religious organization
or another program, can
save travelers substantial
amounts of money. Many
hotels and tourist attractions
offer steep discounts
for group tours, which can
even be arranged through
travel agencies. A hidden
benefit of signing up for a
group tour is the chance to
meet new people and develop
new relationships with
fellow globetrotters.
Many working professionals
hope to spend the bulk
of their retirement traveling
the globe. While such a goal
is potentially costly, there
are various ways to save and
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Stairs are a necessity in
many homes. While stairs
serve a practical purpose,
they also have the potential
to be dangerous.
According to the National
Safety Council, more than
one million injuries result
each year from stairway
falls. Staircase and stairway
accidents constitute the
second leading cause of accidental
injury, second only
to motor vehicle accidents.
Each year, there are 12,000
stairway accident deaths.
The Canadian Mortgage
and Housing Corporation
states that a large portion
of Canadians who visit
hospitals after a fall on or
from stairs or steps in their
Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017 17
Steps for preventing stairway injuries
homes are seniors (men
and women age 65 years or
older).
However, many stairway
falls can be prevented with
some simple planning.
• Install sturdy handrails.
A common contributor to
stairway falls is a failure to
use handrails. Sturdy handrails
can decrease fall rates.
Even if a person slips, he or
she may be able to prevent
the fall by grabbing on to
the handrails and regaining
some of his or her balance.
• Rely on highlighters or
friction strips. According
to a study titled “Safety on
stairs: Influence of a tread
edge highlighter and its position,”
by Richard J. Foster,
fall risk may be reduced
by using a highlighter positioned
flush with the tread
edge. This helps make stairs
more visible, particularly
for those with impaired
vision.
• Improve lighting on
staircases. Failure to see
steps may contribute to falls
as well. Staircases should
be well lit so that residents
and guests know where to
step. Subtle foot-level lighting
can be installed to make
it easier for people who frequently
use steps at night.
• Use slip-resistant materials.
Slip-resistant surface
material acceptable for
normal floors should work
on stair treads. Loose rugs
should not be placed at the
top or bottom of the landing.
Outdoors, rough finishes
are recommended,
particularly on stairs that
are subject to getting wet.
• Improve step geometry.
If slips and falls frequently
occur on a particular
staircase, consider the relationship
between the rise
and the run, advises the
Canadian Centre for Occupational
Health and Safety.
The National Building
Code of Canada says that,
within a staircase, treads
should have a uniform run
and tread depth that does
not vary more than 0.5 to
1 cm. Steep steps with high
risers and/or short treads
can increase the risk of
falls.
• Clear away clutter. One
easy way to prevent falls is
to keep stairs free of clutter.
This means removing
shoes, toys and other belongings
that may be left on
stairs or landings.
Many falls on stairs can be
prevented by being mindful
of certain risk factors.
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017
By Kierra Pixler
Luvida Memory Care is a
full-scale Assisted Living
Community with a specialized
license through the
State of Texas for Alzheimer’s
Disease and Related
Disorders and a license
Luvida: Caring with Love
for a Large Type B Assisted
Living. They provide
24 hour care in an intimate
community setting.
Their incredible care staff
supply residents with outstanding
assistance with
all of their hygiene needs,
medication assistance, and
incontinence care. Their
open door policy also ensures
that residents and
family members are never
far apart.
“There is a written care
plan in place for each resident
that defines what care
needs will be provided by
our staff,” said Janet Atkins,
Exectuive Director.
“Our staff ratio is currently
one staff member to every
five residents.”
They have an impressive
staff list as well, with
all employees completing
training prior to taking
care if their residents.
“Luvida has four outstanding
Managers who
include an Executive Director,
a Registered Nurse
who is the Director of
Nursing (DON), an Activity
Director, a Director
of Dining Services, and a
Business Office Director.
The Executive Director
and DON are on call 24
hours a day,” said Atkins.
Luvida’s Activity Director
provides a variety of daily
activities that include music
therapy, pet therapy,
aroma therapy, arts and
crafts, bible study, and a
local artist who comes to
perform for the residents.
“Luvida has activities seven
days a week with help
from a fantastic Activity
Assistant on the weekends.
They serve southern cooking
for all three meals and
two snacks a day,” said Atkins.
When it comes to specializing
in Alzheimer’s
and Dementia care, Luvida
Memory Care firmly believes
that continuing education
is the key.
The staff at their assisted
living community keeps
refreshing their knowledge
about the latest advancements
in memory care
and is also given regular
monthly training.
If you would like more information
on Luvida or to
take a tour, please call 254-
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017 21
Harper-Talasek Funeral Home: There when you need them most
Special to the Journal
Harper-Talasek Funeral Home, formally
Heartfield Funeral Home, has
been entrusted with serving families
in Belton for several decades.
“We assist the families that walk
through our door as if we were serving
our own family - it is truly our family
serving yours. We understand the
need for attention to details in planning
a funeral. We are honored to
memorialize and make it a personal
service. It’s these things on which we
hang our hat,” said John L. Burgess IV,
Funeral Director in Charge. “It is our
belief that our funeral directors and
staff are here to care for all the family’s
needs allowing them more time with
each other.”
Harper-Talasek educates the community
about the advantages to pre-planning
funerals.
“We offer insurance funded pre-arrangement
policies so families can
have the comfort of knowing that
some of the most important details are
captured, and financial responsibilities
are taken care of years before a death
occurs,” said Burgess. “With affordable
packages and payment plans, families
can prepare for the most certain event
of life and have peace of mind knowing
that when the time comes, the important
decisions have already
been made.”
Harper-Talasek Funeral Home
believes in serving our community.
“We make it a point to be active
leaders in the community.
We support our community in as
many different ways as we possibly
can,” said Burgess.
Harper-Talasek also supports
our local veterans. This Veterans
Day, they are hosting an event
honoring the fallen veterans in
our area and having the “Remembering
Our Fallen” Exhibit on display.
“In God, we trust. We will never take
for granted that Belton area families
have entrusted us with their loved
ones and we will continue to nurture
and ensure a trustworthy relationship
with our community for generations
to come,” said Burgess.
Harper-Talasek Funeral Homes
are now stronger than ever to serve
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Special to the Journal
As men and women age,
various factors may affect
their ability to drive. In addition
to issues with memory,
seniors may have failing
eyesight and physical
limitations, and their reaction
time may slow down.
In such instances, seniors’
ability to safely operate a
motor vehicle may be questioned.
Age alone is not a reliable
measure of driving ability,
but many of the issues that
affect one’s ability to safely
drive a vehicle tend to appear
as men and women
near their golden years.
Losing the ability to safely
operate an automobile can
greatly reduce a person’s
Helping senior drivers maintain their independence
independence. That is why
periodic driver evaluations
may be met with some reluctance.
Aging men and
women who don’t want
to avoid potential conflicts
with concerned family
members can take their
own steps to ensure they
maintain their ability to
safely operate a motor vehicle.
Schedule a driving safety
evaluation
When drivers’ abilities
to operate a motor vehicle
become suspect, a thorough
evaluation should be
scheduled. The evaluation
should not be handled by
a family physician or family
member, but by an unbiased
third party like a
Certified Driving Rehabilitation
Specialist. This is a
therapist who has special
certification to assist people
with disabilities, including
older adults, with driving.
They can help individuals
with adaptive equipment or
techniques if driving issues
stem from something that
can be addressed.
Figure out if the car “fits”
the individual
A program called CarFit
can help drivers assess if
their car is suited to their
abilities. A team of trained
technicians and/or health
professionals work with
participants to ensure their
vehicles are equipped for
maximum safety and comfort.
A properly adjusted
vehicle is as important as
one’s cognitive and physical
abilities. Adjustments can
include mirror placement,
good foot positioning and
sitting at the proper distance
from the steering
wheel. People can learn
about an upcoming event
at www.car-fit.org.
Take a driver improvement
course
Driver improvement
courses are provided by
various organizations, including
some insurance
companies. AARP also has
a Driver Safety Course to
lower the risk of traffic violations,
collisions and injuries.
Completion of these
courses can help drivers
enhance their abilities behind
the wheel and may result
in lower premiums for
mature drivers.
Keep the mind and body
fit
Regular exercise and a
healthy diet can be assets
for mature drivers. Mental
fitness techniques and
brain exercises can improve
reaction time, while
aerobic and strength-training
workouts can keep the
body in shape.
Driving is one of the key
avenues to personal independence.
Strengthening
seniors’ driving abilities is a
goal of many organizations.
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ACE Dental: Providing peridontal therapy to seniors
By Heather Regula
ACE Dental is conveniently
located on Sparta Road, near
Main Street, in Belton. They
offer preventive (checkups
and cleanings), restorative
(crowns, root canals,
dentures), and cosmetic
(tooth whitening) dentistry.
Their dental office is proud
to offer periodontal therapy.
As one of the most pervasive
and damaging oral health
problems, treating periodontal
disease sooner rather
than later is their priority.
Beyond the changes it makes
to your smile, this disease
also increases your risk of
other health problems, like
heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer’s,
and diabetes.
ACE Dental accepts insurance
and Medicaid, handles
walk-in appointments and
emergencies. Saturday appointments
are available.
A routine dental cleaning
and exam should be done
every six months. Regular
check-ups help a dentist
keep an eye out for gum disease,
cavities, and even oral
cancer.
Consultations regarding
teeth whitening and
straightening are also made.
ACE Dental offers sedation
dentistry.
Dr. Aditi Gupta is the primary
dentist at ACE Dental
in Belton. Originally from
India, she studied dentistry
at the Baba Jaswant Singh
Dental College in Punjab.
Once she came to the United
States, she attended the New
York University College of
Dentistry. Dr. Gupta is certified
in level 1 and nitrous
oxide sedation, Invisalign,
and special care needs patients.
ACE Dental offers both
dentures and dental implants,
depending on the
person’s needs.
Office hours
are 10 a.m.-6
p.m. Monday-Friday
and 9 a.m.-
2 p.m. Saturday.
For
more information
or
to schedule
an appointment,
please
call (254)
831-4292.
George P. Bush
Chairman

Special to the Journal
Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017 25
When weight loss may be worrisome
Dieting is a way of life for
many people. The Boston
Medical Center says an estimated
45 million Americans
go on a diet each year,
spending $33 billion annually
on weight loss products. The
figures are close to $7 billion
in Canada. However, for one
segment of the population —
the elderly — weight loss can
be a sign of something wrong.
The Mayo Clinic says that
malnutrition is a serious
health concern among seniors.
Inadequate nutrition
can result in weight loss that
has far-reaching health effects.
These include a compromised
immune system, which increases
the risk of infections,
poor wound healing and muscle
weakness that can result in
falls and fractures.
Malnutrition also can lead
to further disinterest in eating,
which only compounds a
weight loss problem. Weight
loss and loss of appetite are
common among seniors, particularly
those with dementia.
Learning to recognize weight
loss signs in the elderly can
help others act promptly to
correct the problem.
According to senior care advocate
and placement center
A Place for Mom, the senior
population is at risk of malnourishment
for several reasons,
including:
• lack of energy to cook,
• specific health conditions
that impact ability to prepare
or acquire meals,
• lack of appetite attributed
to decreased taste bud function
or depression,
• inability to afford quality
foods, and
• side effects of certain medications.
Unfortunately, malnutrition
is a very common, yet widely
undiagnosed, problem among
seniors. If a friend or loved
one has visible bones under
the skin; loose dentures; loose
rings on fingers; has dropped
clothing sizes; or is leaving
food on his or her plate, they
may be suffering from malnourishment.
Concerned
loved ones can take several
steps to determine if their
friend or family member is
malnourished.
• Observe loved ones’ eating
habits at home to see how they
are eating. Routinely check
the refrigerator and pantry to
see which foods your loved
one is eating. In a nursing
home setting, check with a
nursing administrator to see
how mealtimes are going.
• Speak with doctors to see
if weight loss is a side effect of
medications or another health
concern. Bring up any concerns
you have about malnutrition.
• Provide finger food or easyto-manage
foods for seniors
who have lost dexterity so
they’re still able to feed themselves.
• Encourage foods that are
fortified with nutrients. Supplementation
with nutritional
shakes can help fill the void.
• Make meals social events so
that the concept of gathering
around the table for food is
fun.
• Mild or moderate exercise
can stir up one’s appetite.
Walking or chair-based exercises
can help make people
more interested in food.
• Introduce new foods that
can whet the appetite.
Weight loss can benefit some
people. But among the elderly,
weight loss may be a byproduct
of malnutrition.
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Montgomery Chiropractic: The world revolves around your spine
By Heather Regula
Dr. Larry Montgomery and Dr.
Micah Montgomery, both graduates
of Belton High School, appreciate
their Belton roots and all
that Belton has to offer. Dr. Larry
Montgomery opened his practice
on September 21, 1981. He values
the small town atmosphere of
Belton and its’ proximity to the
bigger cities. Dr. Micah Montgomery
proudly provides chiropractic
care to the UMHB Football Team.
The father-son duo of doctors believes
in treating their patients like
family while relieving pain and
finding the reason for the pain.
“Chiropractic is a drug-free system
of health care which has been
utilized by seniors for over 100
years. Medicare covers Chiropractic
Care. Montgomery Chiropractic
uses computerized adjusting instruments
for many seniors, which
increases safety for those with
osteoporosis, spinal degenerative
disease, and arthritis,” said Dr.
Larry Montgomery. “Chiropractic
care can help prevent falls in seniors,
as spinal manipulation has
been shown to benefit the vestibular
(balance) system in the body.”
The motto of Montgomery Chiropractic
is “the world revolves
around your spine,” meaning that
the messages the brain send, via
the spine, allow things to be done.
The doctors at Montgomery Chiropractic
encourage patients to
understand their pain and how to
take care of themselves. They treat
people of all ages and enjoy watching
the quality of life improve in
the seniors they treat.
They ask patients to “Join the Pain
Relief Revolution,” which where
patients are educated that pain is
the last symptom to appear and
the first to go away. They are educated
that the lack of pain is the
poorest indicator of good health.
Patients are also educated to move
from a consciousness of pain to a
consciousness of function as the
barometer for their health! Montgomery
Chiropractic’s mission is
to educate so patients understand,
“there is a healthier life beyond
pain relief.”
Individuals interested in contacting
Montgomery Chiropractic can
find them online at http://www.
montgomerychiropractic.com/
contact-us/ or call (254) 939-5801.
Micah R. Montgomery,
DC, A.R.T.
Larry Montgomery,
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Susanne Rimberg,
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Sexual health as one ages: How to keep the spark alive
By Kierra Pixler
Aging brings about many
changes in a person’s body.
Some of these changes,
such as hair becoming gray
and/or white, are widely
known, while others may
come as a surprise to people
who have only begun to
experience them.
It is normal for sexual desire
and other issues affecting
intimacy to change as a
person ages. However, that
doesn’t mean that seniors’
sex lives need to cease or
change dramatically. Remaining
open to ideas and
continuing to communicate
with one’s partner can
keep couples’ relationships
going strong well into their
golden years.
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The National Institute on
Aging offers that certain
normal physical changes
can impact intimacy. These
bodily changes may be hormonal.
Women who have
gone through menopause
may discover physical
changes to their vaginas,
including a shortening and
narrowing of this part of
the body. Stiffness and less
lubrication also may occur
in this area, impacting their
comfort and enjoyment. As
men get older, their ability
to have and keep an erection
may diminish.
Sexual issues are sometimes
a byproduct of illness
or certain prescription
medications. Chronic pain,
arthritis, surgery, and even
incontinence also can impede
intimacy. These are
largely treatable conditions,
but patients must be
willing to first open a dialogue
with their physicians.
Couples are urged to talk
about their intimacy goals.
One person may not be fully
aware of a partner’s desires.
Other issues can be addressed
as well. Discuss
any discomfort or sexual
problems that can affect
the relationship. Couples
can bring situations to light
so they can manage their
issues together. This can
bring about a mutually acceptable
solution that benefits
both partners and prevents
one from suffering in
silence.
Paying attention to overall
health
can positively
impact
sexual intimacy.
Exercising
regularly,
eating
a healthy
diet, drinking
plenty
of fluids,
avoiding tobacco
and
excessive
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alcohol consumption, and
managing stress in your life
can help in your daily life
and in the bedroom. Speak
with a doctor if a particular
medication is impacting
your health in a negative
way. There may be another,
less invasive option you
and your physician can explore.
Intimacy is more than just
intercourse. Intimacy may
include touching, closeness,
fantasies, role playing,
and much more. The Mayo
Clinic says people can help
their partners understand
what they want from them.
Discuss something that
seems exciting and find a
way to include it in your
sex life if both partners are
willing.
Seniors who are single can
broaden their horizons and
resolve to get out and meet
new people. However, when
the time comes to engage
in sexual activity, seniors
should be smart about it,
regardless of their age. People
age 55 years or older
account for one-quarter of
all Americans living with
HIV, reported the Centers
for Disease Control and
Prevention. In 2013, people
age 50 and over constituted
more than 27 percent of
new AIDS diagnoses. Older
adults are also at risk of
other sexually transmitted
infections. Condoms may
seem like something for
younger people to worry
about, but they’re a necessity
for older adults as well.
Sexual health is something
seniors think about as the
years pass. Remaining
healthy, engaged and communicative
with a spouse
or partner can ensure couples
enjoy sexual intimacy
for as long as possible.
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017
Special to the Journal
Proper dental care and
oral hygiene is essential at
all stages in life, even for
people who have dentures,
partials or implants. People
with dentures must recognize
that oral hygiene protects
their dentures as well
as their mouths.
According to the American
College of Prosthodontists,
35 million Americans
do not have any teeth, while
11 percent of the population
requires the use of a
complete denture. In addition,
5 percent of the U.S.
population wears a partial
denture. The Canadian
Denture & Implant Centres
says that 16 percent of the
population wear dentures.
Caring for dentures improves oral health
Removable dentures require
care to keep them
clean and in good repair.
Servicing dentures
also helps ensure wearers’
mouths stay healthy. Follow
these guidelines to keep
dentures clean.
• Handle with care. Dentures
are strong, but they
are not impervious to damage.
Treat them with care
while handling, being sure
not to bend or damage any
clasps when cleaning, and
try not to drop the dentures.
When handling dentures,
Colgate recommends
standing over a folded towel
or basin of water for added
protection.
• Brush daily. False teeth
need to be brushed, so don’t
trade in your toothbrush
just yet. Brushing will help
remove food deposits and
prevent staining.
• Take a break. Remove
dentures before going to
bed and soak the dentures
in warm water or special
denture cleansers. Removing
dentures for six to
eight hours allows tissue
inside the mouth to recover.
Soaking helps to remove
stains, bacteria and tartar.
The Mayo Clinic notes that
most dentures need to remain
moist to keep their
shape, so do not allow them
to dry out.
• Clean your mouth. While
dentures are removed, use
gauze or a soft toothbrush
to clean the tongue, palate
and cheeks. If you still
have any natural teeth, use
a soft-bristled brush to
cleanse. Always rinse dentures
before returning them
to your mouth.
• Schedule regular dental
visits. Dentists can advise
how frequently to have
dentures checked for fit
and professional cleaning.
Loose dentures can cause
sores and infection, so it’s
best to address any issues
regarding fitting promptly.
Dentists also will inspect
the inside of the mouth for
signs of disease or
irritation.
• Eat healthy foods. Make
sure to eat a well-balanced
diet to keep the body and
mouth healthy. Cut up hard
foods like fresh fruits and
vegetables if dentures are
impacting your ability to
eat these foods.
People of all ages rely on
partial or complete dentures
to maintain their
smiles. Routine care is necessary
to keep the dentures
intact and mouths healthy.
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017 31
Kindred Hospice - There for you in a time of need
By Heather Regula
Hospice is specialized care
for those dealing with an
illness that is unlikely to be
cured.
“Hospice isn’t a place -
it’s a philosophy of care.
Whether care is desired in
the home a patient has lived
in for years, a skilled nursing
center or an assisted
living facility, we tailor our
caregiving to fit the unique
needs of the patient and the
family,” explained Kandice
Acosta, RN, Executive Director
of Kindred Hospice.
Support is offered to the
caregiver and family during
the illness, and grief support
is provided after the
death. Patients with a documented
life-limiting diagnosis
(six months or less)
by a certified doctor, and
who are choosing to receive
palliative care are eligible
for hospice care. Palliative
care focuses on maintaining
or improving the quality
of life while relieving the
stress and pain associated
with an acute illness.
“We work with patients
and families to provide
comfort and preserve dignity
in the face of terminal
illness. Our goal is to allow
our patients to live every
one of their days to the fullest,”
said Acosta. “The experience
of a person diagnosed
with cancer or heart
disease is very different
than that of an Alzheimer’s
patient or someone with a
pulmonary condition. We
tailor our clinical care and
our support services to
meet the unique symptoms,
social, and emotional needs
that can accompany each
specific diagnosis.”
Kindred Hospice, originally
known as Family
Hospice, started in Temple
25 years ago. The dedicated
team of social workers,
nurses, physicians, home
health aides, chaplains, bereavement
specialists, and
volunteers now offer services
within a 70-mile radius
of Temple.
“Our team members truly
believe that hospice is
a calling, and we strive to
serve those in need with
the highest standards,” said
Acosta. “Our ultimate goal
is to help patients remain
at home, and in their communities,
surrounded by
friends and family, while
receiving the highest-quality,
most compassionate
home-based care possible.”
They are also proud members
of We Honor Veterans,
a program of the National
Hospice and Palliative
Care Organization and
the Veterans Administration,
which is designed to
empower hospice professionals
to meet the unique
needs of terminally ill veterans.
Anyone wanting to speak
with a registered nurse
about how Kindred Hospice
can help can call
1-866-Kindred or visit
www.kindredhealthcare.
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017
Special to the Journal
The ability to perform everyday
tasks is something many
people take for granted. But as
men and women approach or
exceed retirement age, many
may start to struggle with
chores and tasks they have performed
for decades.
Physical limitations are a common
side effect of aging. But
such limitations do not have
to prove too big a hurdle for
seniors to clear. In fact, there
are many ways for seniors to
simplify everyday tasks while
maintaining their independence.
• Embrace technology. Even
the proudest Luddites cannot
deny technology’s potential
to make seniors’ lives easier.
How seniors can simplify everyday tasks
Seemingly simple tasks like
shopping for groceries and vacuuming
a home can be difficult
for seniors with dwindling or
limited mobility. But seniors
with Internet access in their
homes can order their groceries
online and then pick them
up in-store or have them delivered,
saving them the trouble
of walking around the store.
With regard to vacuuming,
autonomous vacuum cleaners
have removed the need to use
traditional vacuum cleaners.
Certain autonomous vacuums
employ sensors to detect dirty
spots on the floor, and these
vacuums can even be programmed
to clean the home
while residents are out of the
house.
• Upgrade bathrooms. Tasks
associated with personal hygiene
also tend to be taken
for granted until they become
difficult. But a few simple
bathroom alterations can help
seniors safely navigate the
bathrooms in their homes so
they can maintain their personal
hygiene without fear of
injury. Grab bars can be installed
on shower walls so seniors
can safely get in and out
of their showers and bathtubs.
Such bars are both effective
and inexpensive, and some do
not even require any drilling to
install. Specialty grab bars, tub
grips and tub transfer benches
are just a few additional products
that can make bathing
easier for seniors who have lost
or are starting to lose some of
their physical strength.
• Get “smart” on the road.
Seniors who are experiencing
mild difficulty driving can
make getting about town that
much easier by plugging their
smartphones into their vehicles
or making use of the various
apps that have become standard
in modern vehicles. For
example, the maps app on a
smartphone can be connected
to a car and direct seniors to
their destinations, saving them
the trouble of remembering all
the ins and outs of how to get a
particular destination. Seniors
also can employ apps to help
them find their vehicles should
they forget exactly where they
parked in crowded parking
lots. Such apps can increase
seniors’ comfort levels on the
road while helping them maintain
their independence.
• Downsize. Whether downsizing
to a smaller home or
simply downsizing a lifestyle,
seniors may find that living
smaller is akin to living simpler.
Empty nesters may find they no
longer need several bedrooms
in their homes, and moving
into smaller homes can reduce
their daily workloads while
also clearing out clutter that
can make performing everyday
chores more difficult. Men and
women accustomed to hustle
and bustle may also find that
cutting back on professional
and/or personal commitments
gives them more energy for
everyday activities while enriching
the commitments they
continue to maintain.
Aging men and women can
employ various strategies to
simplify their lives and maintain
their independence well
into their golden years.
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health plan on the same team.
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017 33
Volunteering as an older adult: How to find the right fit for your new lifestyle
Special to the Journal
Many parents feel involving
their children in volunteering
at an early age can
have a profound, long-lasting
impact on their kids.
But youngsters are not the
only ones who can reap
great rewards from volunteering,
as studies show that
men and women at, beyond
or approaching retirement
age also benefit greatly
from volunteer work.
Research from the Corporation
for National and
Community Service found
that more than 20 million
older adults contributed
in excess of three billion
hours of community service
time each year from
2011 to 2013. The reasons
why older adults volunteer
are varied, but in its 2014
survey the AARP’s Experience
Corps found that 97
percent of its volunteers indicated
that their volunteer
work with the organization
gave them a sense of purpose.
Older adults who want to
volunteer but have little or
no history with volunteering
might not know where
to begin with regard to
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finding the right opportunity.
The right fit can make
all the difference for volunteers
and the people they
help, and the following tips
might help older adults as
they look for an opportunity
that best utilizes their
skills and experience.
• Know your schedule.
Older adults who are still
working but want to volunteer
may have a firm grasp
on their schedules, but even
retirees should not overestimate
how much time they
have to volunteer. Before
you begin to look for an opportunity,
write down your
commitments and daily
schedule, using this list to
determine how much free
time you have to volunteer.
Some opportunities require
greater time commitments
than others, so make sure
you know just how much
time you can devote to an
opportunity before signing
up.
• Give due consideration
to your experience. Older
adults who have retired
or are on the cusp of retirement
have a lifetime of
experience they can use to
help others. Imparting wisdom
learned in your professional
life can provide a
sense of purpose and even
make you feel as though you
are still actively involved
in the industry where you
built your professional reputation.
But life experience
can also prove invaluable
in volunteering opportunities.
Mentoring programs
give volunteers the chance
to help young people, and
such opportunities can involve
more than just offering
professional advice.
• Don’t downplay the significance
of certain opportunities.
Volunteering opportunities
come in many
variations, and each is significant
in its own right.
Coaching a grandchild’s
soccer team can have as
significant an impact on
the people you help as other
volunteering opportunities.
Volunteers
offer
their time
because they
have a passion
to help
others, and
that help
can be given
in a myriad
of ways.
• Leave
time for the
rest of your
life. Volunteering is a selfless
act, and volunteers are
the backbone of many successful
charitable organizations.
But older men and
women should leave time
for the rest of their lives as
well. Retirement should be
fulfilling but also include
time for recreation, so don’t
downplay how important
hobbies are to you in an attempt
to find more time to
volunteer. No retiree wants
to grow resentful of his or
her volunteer work because
it leaves little time for other
pursuits, so do your best
to balance your charitable
endeavors with the other
things in life that matter to
you.
Finding the right volunteer
opportunity can make
all the difference for older
men and women who want
to give back to their communities.
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Bell County Senior Expo, Mardi Gras 2017 • Sept. 26, 2017
How seniors can simplify everyday tasks
Special to the Journal
The ability to perform everyday
tasks is something
many people take for granted.
But as men and women
approach or exceed retirement
age, many may start
to struggle with chores and
tasks they have performed
for decades.
Physical limitations are a
common side effect of aging.
But such limitations do
not have to prove too big a
hurdle for seniors to clear. In
fact, there are many ways for
seniors to simplify everyday
tasks while maintaining their
independence.
• Embrace technology.
Even the proudest Luddites
cannot deny technology’s
potential to make seniors’
lives easier. Seemingly simple
tasks like shopping for
groceries and vacuuming a
home can be difficult for
seniors with dwindling or
limited mobility. But seniors
with Internet access
in their homes can order
their groceries online and
then pick them up in-store
or have them delivered,
saving them the trouble of
walking around the store.
With regard to vacuuming,
autonomous vacuum
cleaners have removed
the need to use traditional
vacuum cleaners. Certain
autonomous vacuums employ
sensors to detect dirty
spots on the floor, and
these vacuums can even
be programmed to clean the
home while residents are out
of the house.
• Upgrade bathrooms.
Tasks associated with personal
hygiene also tend to be
taken for granted until they
become difficult. But a few
simple bathroom alterations
can help seniors safely navigate
the bathrooms in their
homes so they can maintain
their personal hygiene without
fear of injury. Grab bars
can be installed on shower
walls so seniors can safely get
in and out of their showers
and bathtubs. Such bars are
both effective and inexpensive,
and some do not even
require any drilling to install.
Specialty grab bars, tub grips
and tub transfer benches are
just a few additional products
that can make bathing easier
for seniors who have lost or
are starting to lose some of
their physical strength.
• Get “smart” on the road.
Seniors who are experiencing
mild difficulty driving
can make getting about town
that much easier by plugging
their smartphones into
their vehicles or making use
of the various apps that have
become standard in modern
vehicles. For example, the
maps app on a smartphone
can be connected to a car
and direct seniors to their
destinations, saving them
the trouble of remembering
all the ins and outs of how
to get a particular destination.
Seniors also can employ
apps to help them find their
vehicles should they forget
exactly where they parked in
crowded parking lots. Such
apps can increase seniors’
comfort levels on the road
while helping them maintain
their independence.
• Downsize. Whether
downsizing to a smaller
home or simply downsizing
a lifestyle, seniors may find
that living smaller is akin to
living simpler. Empty nesters
may find they no longer need
several bedrooms in their
homes, and moving into
smaller homes can reduce
their daily workloads while
also clearing out clutter that
can make performing everyday
chores more difficult.
Men and women accustomed
to hustle and bustle
may also find that cutting
back on professional and/or
personal commitments gives
them more energy for everyday
activities while enriching
the commitments they
continue to maintain.

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