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THE VALLEY BUSINESS JOURNAL 8 www.TheValleyBusinessJournal.com March 2020 Temecula’s Professional Women Toastmasters Reaches 4 Years of Shaping Lives Esther Phahla, CPA, CTS, MST Professional Women Toastmasters will mark its 4th anniversary on March 22, 2020. In honor of the occasion, a celebratory meeting will be held on Monday, March 9, 2020. Members of the public are invited to learn more about Toastmasters or may attend the event by emailing Vice President of Public Relations, Kathy Sizemore at vppr-5077319@toastmastersclubs.org. Since 2016, the club has been dedicated to helping people become better speakers and leaders. “Professional Women Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive environment where members have the opportunity to overcome their fear of public speaking and sharpen presentation skills,” says Mary O’Dwyer, President for Professional Women Toastmasters. “Other benefits include the opportunity to increase one’s confidence, build critical thinking skills and become an effective listener,” says Kathy Sizemore, Vice President of Public Relations for Professional Women Toastmasters. Some of the club’s charter members from the community include CPA Esther Phahla, DTM, and Alifah Achmad, DTM from the Interfaith Council of Murrieta & Temecula Valley. “Joining this group was one of the best decisions I’ve made!”, says Brooke Nunn of the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce, “I have never been good at public speaking and to be honest, do not like it at all. With that said, public speaking is a skill that I could use in both my professional and personal life. What caught my attention with this group were three elements. The first is they are a very diverse group of women with many different perspectives and backgrounds. Secondly, they are extremely supportive, kind and intelligent. Finally, they create a very safe environment to grow as a speaker.” Chartered with 20 members in 2016, Toastmasters Professional Women Toastmasters is located in District 12. The club meets every Monday at 12:30 p.m. at the University of Redlands, One Better World Circle, in the city of Temecula. For more information about the club, please visit www.professionalwomen.toastmastersclubs.org. About District 12 District 12 serves approximately 100 Clubs and 1700 members in the large Southern California region East of highway 57, South of Barstow, West of the Arizona border, and North of Temecula. District 12 includes two of California’s largest counties (by square miles) – Riverside and San Bernardino. To learn more about District 12, please visit http://www.d12toastmasters. org. About Toastmasters International Toastmasters International is a worldwide nonprofit educational organization that empowers individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders. Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, the organization’s membership exceeds 357,000 in more than 16,600 clubs in 143 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders. For information about local Toastmasters clubs, please visit www.toastmasters.org. Follow @Toastmasters on Twitter. “ “I have never been good at public speaking and to be honest, do not like it at all. With that said, public speaking is a skill that I could use in both my professional and personal life.” ~ Brooke Nunn
March 2020 THE VALLEY BUSINESS JOURNAL www.TheValleyBusinessJournal.com 9 Living Independently After Age 65 by John & Christine Hamby The number of American seniors is expected to reach 70 million by the year 2030, according to the U.S. Census. AARP reports that as many as 90% of seniors over the age of 65 want to live in their homes for as long as they can. We get it. Living independently has its perks! Staying in the comfort of your home with all its amenities. Maintaining your privacy. Continuing to do all the things you love to do. There is no doubt the aging-in-place movement promotes senior self-reliance. Advancements in technology, home modifications and in-home senior assistance services have this growing segment of the American population proving that they can retain some level of independence. Modern Technology Technological advancements, especially related to senior devices and gadgets, are allowing elderly people to age at home. Tools, equipment, and Apps are being geared toward ensuring their safety as they continue to live on their own. Personal medical alert systems allow seniors to summon help quickly should they fall or need medical attention. Video monitoring, a trend that has been gaining popularity over the last few years as families spread out geographically, allows family members to keep an eye on their aging loved in real time. Other systems are changing how older people age at home, including digital pill dispensers; voice-activated talking clocks that remind seniors to eat, take a short walk, or even feed the cat; and GPS devices that call for the help of a response team and alert the family to the potential health or safety issue. Home Modifications The desire to age in place may not work if the home an aging loved one is living in cannot accommodate the changes that come with growing old. However, sometimes minor adjustments can enable them to live safely in their current home. This could include making simple changes, such as: • Adding wayfinding lights throughout the house to prevent accidents • Moving furniture around to accommodate a wheelchair, cane or walker • Adding handrails to assist them in and out of the shower Sometimes major renovations must occur to allow a senior to remain in their home longer and safer, including: • Updating outdoor lighting, walkways and stairs to simplify access • Adding a walk-in shower to help prevent stepping over the side of the bathtub every time they bathe • Reconfiguring cabinet shelves to make things easier to reach • Outfitting appliances with larger numbers and letters for easier visibility Non-Medical Assistance An elderly loved one may be more than capable of living independently, but they may need support with certain daily activities. Professional caregivers can provide quality, dependable services to help seniors age at home, including customized companion care and personal care. • Personal care, such as bathing, eating, dressing, toileting, grooming • Household care, including cleaning, laundry, organization, errands • Meal preparation, from grocery shopping to meal planning and prep • Emotional care, offering companionship, conversation and help with recreational activities For many aging family members, having someone to help them with weekly tasks and activities can mean the difference between living on their own and having to move into an assisted living facility. This article is provided by John and Christine Hamby, Owner’s, FirstLight Home Care of Temecula serving the Temecula Valley. For more information, visit us online at Temecula. FirstLightHomeCare.com or call us at (951) 395-0821.
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