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Weekly Community Newspaper Page 10 www.TheTownCommon.com October 11 - 17, 2017 Call 978-462-6162 www.visitingangels.com/newburyport Senior Care for Peace of Mind. • Meal Preparation • Errands • Assistance with Mobility • Friendly Companionship • Respite Care for Families • Light Housekeeping • Bathing Assistance • Alzheimer/Dementia Care • Up to 24 Hour Care • Medication Reminders www.visitingangels.com/newburyport www.VistingAngels.com 978-462-6162 e Town Common What does your • General & Complex Restorative Care • Dental Implants • Periodontist on Staff • Mercury-free Dentistry • Grinding/Clenching Therapy • Custom Dentures • Appearance-Related Dentistry smile say about you? Whether you are missing teeth or are unhappy with the ones you have, it may be time to explore your options. Please call our office to schedule a complimentary 30 minute consultation. 151 Central Street, Rowley | 978-948-2030 | www.jpeterstclairdentistry.com Site Work excavation contractorS Septic tankS & SyStem contractorS container Service Contact your Advertising Consultant today! P: 978-948-8696 • F: 978-948-2564 advertise@thetowncommon.com Contact your Advertising Consultant today! P: 978-948-8696 • F: 978-948-2564 advertise@thetowncommon.com Health & Wellness By J. Peter St. Clair, DMD When we were all young children, most of us got plenty of sleep, and for that matter, we didn’t think much of it. Our parents told us it was time for bed and we went to bed. We slept until the morning at which time we were woken by our parent’s gentle touch. As we progressed into our teenage years, our responsibilities increased. This typically led to staying up later and getting up earlier to be able to keep up with these added responsibilities. Today, it seems that getting enough good sleep is even more of a challenge for our teenagers. One of the contributing factors of this teen sleep crisis is that parents are not as strict with setting rules for sleep as they were when their children were younger. It is not uncommon for teenagers to say to their parents they are going up to their room to do homework and then go to bed. I recently asked my daughter (a freshman in college) what time Brighter Smiles... she generally “packed it in” and settled down to fall asleep. She told me that after she finishes her homework she will lie in bed and watch something on her laptop until she feels sleepy. This trend is an antithesis to good sleep and one that must be discussed with every teenager by their parents. Rules about electronics, which include cell phones, computers, games and the television, are especially crucial. In a study done by the National Sleep Foundation, it was determined that teens who have electronic devices on prior to going to sleep, get an average of 30 minutes less sleep. There are other studies that show that the quality of sleep is also greatly affected by this same practice. Another, more obvious rule that parents must enforce, is the consumption of caffeine at night. Any form of caffeine should not be consumed after dinner. Studies indicate that caffeine in the system accounts for almost a full hour less of quality sleep. We, and our teenagers, cannot afford this deprivation of sleep. We all start our days at different times. For the teenager, getting up to get ready for school can start pretty early. There is a “start school later” movement that recently received a powerful boost from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). personal information. After all, they say, you do want to get your extra benefits, right? You’ll be asked for your date of birth, Social Security number, banking information and more. Armed with all this personal data, it’s easy for the thieves to have your money directed to them at a new address or bank account for direct deposit. Until your benefits don’t show up, you’ll never know that something has happened to your money. Something to remember if you get a call that’s supposedly from Social Security: It already has all your information. It’s not likely that Social Security will ever call you anyway, but if they do, there’s no need to tell them Teen Sleep Senior Scene The CDC report showed that teenage students have biologically different sleep patterns and needs than in other stages of life. Starting school a half hour later or more provides the teenager the opportunity to consistently get a better night’s rest. For the teenager, managing homework and extracurricular activities is also definitely a barrier to sufficient sleep. We as parents must discuss this with our children to provide support with time management. If necessary, we must also not be afraid to discuss this with teachers and coaches if our teenager is struggling to get everything accomplished, thus affecting their sleep patterns. As adults, many of us have our own routines that could use a revision to get more quality sleep. That is a subject for another time. As parents, it is our responsibility to guide our children to practice good habits. Discussing and enforcing better sleep habits is a gift that keeps on giving. Dr. St. Clair maintains a private dental practice in Rowley and Newburyport dedicated to healthcentered family dentistry. If there are certain topics you would like to see written about or questions you have please email them to him at jpstclair@stclairdmd.com. You can view all previously written columns at www.stclairdmd.com. New Scam Targets Your Social Security Check Here we go again: yet another scam aimed at seniors. This one involves Social Security. It’s almost believable, so we need to be extra careful. What the scammers want is to steal your money. This is how it works: Someone will call and pretend to be from the Social Security Administration. You’ll be told that you’re about to get an increase in your benefits. All they need to do, say the scammers, is to verify all your anything. If you ever have questions about whether a call is legitimate, be safe: hang up immediately. Then call Social Security at 1-800- 772-1213 and ask if someone there just called for any reason. If the answer is no, make a report with the Inspector General fraud office at 1-800-269-0271. Remember that next year we’ll start getting new Medicare cards that won’t have our Social Security number as the identifier. The card will come in the mail; you don’t have to do a thing. If you get calls saying you have to pay for your new card or give personal information, hang up. (c) 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.
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Come relax • Dentures and Veneers Registration is required so please your mind and open your senses to the • Single-Visit Crowns (CEREC Technology) Cable Professional Building contact Margie Walker at mwalker@ • Digital X-Rays and the Latest Technology sounds, aromas, colors, textures, and 130 County Road, Ipswich, MA 01938 amesburylibrary.org or 978-388-8148. movements of the blues and greens of Schedule your appointment today! 978-356-0602 You can also register on our website at salt marsh and ocean. Try “salt marsh www.sorrentodental.com www.amesburylibarry.org bathing” (don’t worry: no one has to get wet!), and learn simple sensory Cable Professional Building THE GREAT DUCK MIGRATION and mindfulness activities to calm and 130 County Road, Ipswich, MA 01938 For families with children 5 years and older. During the autumn months, thousands of migrating waterfowl fly directly over the sanctuary on their way south. Each night, hundreds of ducks drop into Bunker Meadows, a freshwater marsh, to rest and refuel. We will hike down to Bunker Meadows and climb the observation tower to observe the magnificent spectacle of ducks coming into roost. Learn to identify different species, use counters to keep track of numbers, hear the sounds of ducks settling in for the night, and perhaps even a great horned owl calling. Dress warmly and wear sturdy footwear. Saturday, October 14, 5:00-7:00 p.m $10/adults, $8/children (discount for Mass. Audubon members). Advance registration is required; call 978-887-9264 or register online at massaudubon.org/ipswichriver. DINNER AND FASHION SHOW CELEBRATES NEWBURYPORT’S 25 YEAR SISTER CITY RELATIONSIHP WITH BURA, KENYA Newburyport’s Sister City International organization will celebrate its 25th year on October 14 with an African dinner, fashion show, music and dancing. There will also be an African craft bazaar and an auction of two vacation house stays. The event will celebrate the 25 year long sister city partnership between Newburyport and Bura, Kenya. Information tables with slide shows will describe the group’s many projects including health, sports education for orphans, and an e-learning program. Fashion show models include representatives of several African countries including Kenya, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria and Cameroon. Models include men, women and children ranging in age from 2 to 75. Among them are several students from Northern Essex Community College. The dinner begins at 6 p.m. and will be held at Nicholson Hall at the Greek Church, 6 Harris Street, Newburyport. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the door with a maximum of $80 per family in advance and $100 at the door. Tickets may be obtained by calling Chris Bentley at 617-905- 6371. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15th FALL MIGRANT BIRDS OF PLUM ISLAND Join Warren Tatro as we meander down the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge on Plum Island to look for and observe migrating birds. We’ll travel the length of the island, stopping frequently to get out and scan the marshes, freshwater impoundments, sand dunes, and ocean for birds. Short strolls along boardwalks and views from two observation towers should yield an interesting assortment of birds. Birders of all skill levels are welcome, and beginners are especially encouraged to attend. Please let us know when you register if you need to borrow binoculars. Van transportation is provided. Sunday, October 15, 7:00- 11:00 a.m. $22 ($18/Mass Audubon members). Advance registration is required; call 978-887-9264 or register online at massaudubon.org/ ipswichriver. BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS Please join Trinity Episcopal Church for the Blessing of the Animals and Holy Eucharist on Sunday, October 15th. All animals are welcome (please bring dogs on a leash) and they will be blessed at both the 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM services. Call the parish office with any questions at 978-887- 5570. Trinity Episcopal Church, 124 River Road, Topsfield, MA 01983. BANDING STATION VISIT FOR BIRDERS A significant part of what we know about bird migration comes from the operations of bird banding stations. Banders collect date, time, age, weight, size, molt, gender, and health status data on birds captured in the wild. These data are forwarded to the Bird Banding Laboratory at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center and used by researchers throughout the world. This program is an opportunity for birders to visit the Joppa Flats Bird Banding Station on the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, see the banders at work, and learn about banding. You will find it a fascinating visit. Sun, Oct 15, 2017 8:00 am - 11:00 am. Meet at Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. $20. Preregistration required. Mass Audubon members receive discounts on programs. For more information, call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit the website at www. massaudubon.org/joppaflatsprograms. NEW! BLUE MINDFULNESS: ENJOY THE CALMING IMPACTS OF SALT MARSH AND SURF Sunday, October 15th, 9:00 – 11:00 am - Our multi-tasking screen culture wearies and stresses us. A healing antidote, however, is as close as nature and your senses. Researchers have measured the healthful impacts of walking mindfully in natural settings (i.e., not just being outside, but being fully present in the moment), ranging from reduced blood pressure relax your mind whenever you visit the refuge. We will meet on the refuge – on the deck of the visitor contact station, which is located at parking lot 1. From there, we will caravan by car to Hellcat for a visit to the salt marsh and then to a nearby boardwalk for a gentle hike down to the to the beach. A maximum enrollment of 12. Appropriate for ages 16 and up. If the weather is inclement, the event will be cancelled. Preregistration is required. Continued on page 12 The perfect gift for yourself or loved one! Integrated Massage: 978-356-0602 www.sorrentodental.com Contact your Advertising Consultant today! P: 978-948-8696 • F: 978-948-2564 advertise@thetowncommon.com Hot Stone, Lomi Lomi, Deep Tissue, Therapeutic Gift Certficates Contact your Advertising Consultant today! P: 978-948-8696 • F: 978-948-2564 advertise@thetowncommon.com renewmt.massagetherapy.com ReNew Body Mind Spirit 10 Prince Place Newburyport, MA Mon - Sat by appt. 978.491.7095
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