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PAGE 8 - WESTSIDE MESSENGER - May 15, 2022 Benefits of aging Many people think of growing older in a negative light. Although there are some side effects of aging that one may wish to avoid, people may find that the benefits of growing older outweigh the negatives. Seniors are a rapidly growing segment of the population. With so many people living longer, it’s time to celebrate the perks of getting older rather than the drawbacks. Here are some benefits to growing old. •Higher self-esteem: The insecurities of youth give way as one ages, and older people have less negativity and higher selfesteem. Qualities like self-control and altruism can contribute to happiness. •Financial perks: Seniors are entitled to discounts on meals, museum entry fees, movies, and other entertainment if they’re willing to disclose their ages. Discounts are available through an array of venues if one speaks up. Seniors also can enjoy travel perks, with slashed prices on resorts, plane tickets and more. •Reasoning and problem-solving skills: Brain scans reveal that older adults are more likely to use both hemispheres of their brans simultaneously something called bilateralization. This can sharpen reasoning skills. Growing older may involve gray hair or wrinkling skin, but there are many positive things associated with aging. Hilltop History & Heritage This is the cover from the 1969 Columbus Jets Sketch Book which was the media guide used for press, radio, and television. The 38-page book contained a history of the Columbus Jets Baseball Club and the International League, a list of trustees, officials and other personnel associated with the team, past attendance figures, history and statistics regarding Jet Stadium, a summary of the other International League teams, and other facts and schedules for the 1969 season. The Columbus Jets played in Jet Stadium on West Mound Street from 1955 through 1970. The stadium remained idle for six years when the Jets moved to Charleston, WV. It reopened after being renovated in 1977 when the Columbus Clippers minor league baseball team came to Columbus. The facility was renamed Cooper Stadium in 1984. When the downtown Huntington Park opened in 2009, the Clippers moved to the new facility. Cooper Stadium has remained dormant since. If you have a photo to share, contact Stacy Berndsen-Campbell at stacyberndsen12@gmail.com. Active Lifestyles www.columbusmessenger.com
www.columbusmessenger.com Active Lifestyles WESTSIDE MESSENGER - May 15, 2022 PAGE 9 Franklin County Board of Commissioners: President Erica C. Crawley • Commissioner John O’Grady, and Commissioner Kevin L. Boyce The Franklin County Board of Commissioners and The Franklin County Office on Aging join with the Messenger Newspaper in providing this update on aging issues in Franklin County. Older Americans Month There is more to recognize in the month of May than Cinco de Mayo and Mother’s Day. In fact, May is also recognized as Older Americans Month (OAM). Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the celebration of OAM in order to celebrate the contributions and continued impact our senior residents have within our community. In Franklin County, nearly 234,000 older adults play vital, positive roles in our community – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way. That’s why the theme for OAM 2022 is Age My Way. This year’s theme for OAM focuses on how older adults can age in their communities while maintaining to live independently for as long as possible. The Franklin County Office on Aging has always been committed to providing the essential resources seniors and their families need in order to remain independent, safe and together for as long as possible. While Age My Way will look different for each person, there are common things everyone can consider: • Planning – Think about what you will need and want in the future as an older adult, from home and community-based services to community activities that interest you. Learn more about what programs and services are offered in your community by visiting the Office on Aging’s website. (Officeonaging.org) • Engagement – Remain involved and contribute to your community through work, volunteer, and/or civic participation opportunities. The Office on Aging provides community support, outreach and specialized services to older adults so they can improve their ability to live and function in the community. • Access – Make home improvements and modifications, use assistive technologies, and customize supports to help you better age in place. The Minor Home Repair Program offered through the Office on Aging ensures that your home is safe and secure. • Connection – Maintain social activities and relationships to combat social isolation and stay connected to your community. The Office on Aging can connect seniors to care and support services when facing mental and emotional health challenges, including a free online tool called CredibleMind (Franklin- CountyOhio.CredibleMind.com) which connects residents and families to national and local mental health services. Diverse communities are strong communities. The Office on Aging works every day to ensure that older adults remain involved and included within our community by providing centralized access to programs and support services needed in order to preserve their independence. Since 1993, the Office on Aging has provided services like home-delivered meals, personal care and adult day care through its Senior Options program. It is the “one-stop shop” for seniors to gain information and access to these services so they can preserve their independence and experience an improved quality of life. The Agency also provides Minor Home Repairs such as repair services to main walkways and steps, to other minor plumbing, electrical, gas and furnace repairs. These services allow senior residents to live in their homes free of barriers and unsafe conditions. In addition to ensuring the homes of older residents are free of barriers and unsafe conditions, the Office on Aging also focuses on making sure their physical and emotional well-being is safe as well. The Agency’s Adult Protective Services prevent, remedy, or reduce situations that endanger an older adult and are meant to maximize their independence and self-direction. Lastly, the Office on Aging also provides support for caregivers including adult day services, caregiver counseling, kinship support services and more. These services are available to non-paid caregivers of adults aged 60 and older who have a need for home care assistance, non-paid parents or relatives aged 55 or older caring for an adult child with disabilities, and kinship caregivers aged 55 or older who are caring full-time for a minor child that is not their biological child. All of the services provided by the Office on Aging are here to help older residents Age My Way. There is little to no cost for residents to participate in these programs and services, and a simple call can help you, your loved ones and your family maintain living independently in your own home. To learn more about the programs and support services provided by the Franklin County Office on Aging, visit officeonaging.org or call (614) 525-5230.
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