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AGING IN OUR COMMUNITY from W. Mark Clark, President and CEO The month of March is packed with interesting events, seminars and talks, starting March 1st at the Annual Conference on Successful Aging (ACoSA) at the University of Arizona in the Student Union Building. Speakers come from across the UA campus, as well as from the local Tucson community, and represent a diverse array of research fields, from the UA Department of Psychology, the UA College of Medicine, the UA School of Anthropology, and St. Luke’s Home in Tucson. Presented by the Psychology Department at the UA and co-sponsored by Tucson Medical Center for Seniors, PCOA is a proud annual sponsor of this conference. For details, visit www.psychology.arizona.edu/ACoSA or call Cortney Jessup at (520) 621-5213. On the public health front, PCOA is starting up a project to help older adults at risk of prescription drug misuse and abuse, and to get the word out about proper disposal of all medications, including pet drugs. The first-time initiative in Pima County is funded by

Cenpatico Integrated Health. Contact Sally Krommes at PCOA, 520-304-3425 or [email protected] for prevention coalition information, or to schedule a free presentation. Tucson recently became the first location in Arizona to host AARP’s Livable Communities Academy. PCOA is leading the way by bringing communities and neighborhoods together, increasing connections for more ‘Livable Communities for all ages.’ An initial unique training was held at the Tucson Urban League’s Angel Family Center and funding was provided by Wells Fargo and AARP. For details about the Academy in Tucson, call Carolyn Cortesi at PCOA at (520) 258-5060. On March 10 at the Water of Life Metropolitan Community Church at 3269 N. Mountain Avenue, PCOA Medicare and Elder Rights and Benefit specialists will be joined by a Social Security Administration expert to present a free, two-hour seminar. The topic is Arizona Same Sex Marriage and Benefits. Reservations are required.

Contact (520 292-9151 or [email protected]. Throughout the month, PCOA is hosting a series of four, free write-a-will workshops. Sessions start March 3 and continue March 7, March 17, and March 21. Contact Lana Baldwin at PCOA at (520) 305-3411 or lbaldwin@ pcoa.org to reserve your spot today. Looking ahead to the observance of Older Americans Month, we co-present a unique celebration of the storied lives of some of our oldest local residents at the TMC Marshall Conference Center on the first Friday of May. The annual Salute to Centenarians is sponsored by Tucson Medical Center and PCOA. For details, please contact Jan Baker at PCOA at (520) 258-5076. The pages of our paper are filled with news you can use, and many ways to be more engaged, connected, informed, and active.

W. Mark Clark President & CEO

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PCOA Volunteer Opportunities

Pima Council on Aging [email protected] — 520.546.2002

It’s time to spring into action.

Volunteer with CATCH Healthy Habits! CATCH Healthy Habits pairs teams of adults 50+ with kids in grades K-5. Both the volunteers and the children they serve benefit from learning more about nutrition and from working together to get physically fit. Classes meet once a week. There are lots of ways you can help children develop healthier lifestyles, while making positive changes for yourself.

To learn more, contact: Sabrina Plattner at 520-305-3414 or [email protected]

Join the fun. Change a life. Healthy living for all ages.

The Livable Communities Academy has arrived! PCOA is bringing communities and neighborhoods together, increasing connections for more Livable Communities for all ages. Tucson recently became the first location outside of Louisiana to host AARP’s Livable Communities Academy, which received national recognition for its outcomes in Hollygrove, Louisiana. The Academy is an innovative approach to community collaboration between residents, local government, and community organizations and includes skill building in communication, media relations, and assessing a community’s built environment. It culminates with community-driven goals and an action plan. An initial training was held at the Tucson Urban League’s Angel Family Center. Funding was provided by Wells Fargo and AARP. For more information about the Academy and how your neighborhood may participate, call Carolyn Cortesi 520-258-5060.

Green Valley - Sahuarita Volunteer Clearinghouse Love airplanes and kids? Volunteer to help on April 16th at the Great Paper Airplane Fly-Off, the Pima Air & Space Museum’s exclusive competition for kids ages 6 to 14 awarding a 60-minute introductory airplane flight over Tucson and a tablet for the longest throw for a paper airplane in each age group. It is a fun-filled day featuring: paper airplane folding – pilot “training” including fun on an inflatable obstacle course, – a NASCAR race car simulator, lunch, snacks, a prize wheel sponsored by Mars Chocolate North America, and more. Contact [email protected], 520-618-4818

Pictured clockwise from left are Academy attendees: W. Mark Clark, PCOA CEO; Bridget Roads, PCOA Outreach Coordinator; Maria Ramirez-Trillo, AARP Arizona Associate State Director of Community Outreach; Jason Tudor, AARP Louisiana Director of Outreach; Sara Meza, PCOA Outreach Specialist; Dot Esler, United Way Director of Senior Strategies; Donna Baremore, PCOA Outreach Coordinator; Joyce Harvey, Volunteer Facilitator; Sarah Hartley, Volunteer Facilitator; Ada Adams, Sunnyside Literacy Council.

www.gvsvolunteering.org — 520.625.1150 x108 Have a special place in your heart for children? Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program of Pima County needs volunteers with an extraordinary desire to improve the lives of children involved in the child welfare/foster care system. CASA of Pima County is in need of more volunteers to join our efforts to bring the gift of hope to all abused and neglected children – one child at a time. Volunteers must be over 21. 520-724-2060, www.CASAofPimaCounty.org

More volunteer opportunities in Tucson and Pima County are available at www.pcoa.org and clicking “Ways to Give” — Save time with online Volunteer Registration.

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PCOA Put Life Back in Your Life



Pull out this handy section to keep with you.

Put Life Back in Your Life

Pima Council on Aging offers a series of five evidence-based health promotion programs for adults 60 years and older, in collaboration with community partners. These programs are designed to assist you with managing your personal health, staying fit, and maintaining or improving quality of life.

Small steps. Positive changes. Healthier living. At least 91% of older adults have at least one chronic condition and 73% have 2 or more. Diabetes affects 23% of older adults, and 1 in 3 older adults fall every year in the U.S. Most falls can be prevented. Community-based health promotion programs help individuals gain self-confidence in controlling symptoms; manage the progression of long-term and chronic, age-related conditions; and lead the active, productive life that most strive for. Sign up today for 1, 2, or all 5 of the evidence-based health promotion programs to be healthier, prevent disease and achieve positive results. Call 790-7262 for locations near you!

Learn practical skills • Gain self-confidence • Manage fall risks • Positive changes & healthier living Healthy Living with Ongoing Health Conditions – for those who are living with a chronic condition or are caring for someone with a chronic condition, including but not limited to hypertension, arthritis, heart and lung diseases, stroke, depression and diabetes. A fun, interactive course to help you manage your emotions, pain and fatigue, decrease frustration, and increase fitness and self-confidence.

Healthy Living with Diabetes – an interactive workshop for individuals with pre-diabetes or Type 2 Diabetes and their caregivers. Topics include managing your symptoms, learning relaxation techniques, the importance of healthy eating, effective communication with your healthcare providers, monitoring your blood sugar and using medications effectively.

What: A six-week program for 2.5 hours once a week. Contribution: $20 per person; $30 per couple. Contribution covers your workbook and program supplies.

Healthy Living with Chronic Pain – for those living with chronic pain & their caregivers. Topics for this interactive workshop include understanding acute and chronic pain, learning to balance activity and rest, managing your emotions, pain & fatigue & decreasing frustration. Also, addressing the importance of healthy eating, medications and interventions and more. Participants are led through 15 minutes of “Moving Easy” exercises selected for individuals with chronic pain. What: A six-week program for 2.5 hours once a week. Contribution: $35 per person; $45 a couple Covers your two books and program supplies.

A Matter of Balance – emphasizes the importance of maintaining an active lifestyle in order to reduce the risk of falling. Utilizing a small group discussion format, participants develop practical strategies to help them stay safe and active. Topics include: Fear of Falling, Getting Up from a Fall, Home Safety, and Exercising to Increase Strength and Flexibility. What: Eight 2-hour sessions, twice a week, for 4 weeks. Contribution: $20 per person; $30 per couple. Contribution covers workbook, materials and snacks.

Enhance Fitness – an ongoing low to moderate level exercise class taught by a certified fitness instructor. Includes a 20 minute no/ low-impact aerobic segment, stretches, and structured strength training exercises using weights. Fitness assessments included at 4 month intervals. Level 1 class is a chair class. Levels 1 & 2 are both chair aerobics & low impact standing aerobics. Level 2 class is a standing low impact aerobics. What: 1 hour, 3 times weekly. Classes are ongoing. Contribution: $18 per month or $60 per 4 month session. Sessions: Jan. – Apr. May – Aug. and Sept. – Dec.

Pre-registration is required for all five programs. Program locations and availability change regularly. Call the PCOA Health Promotion Program at (520) 790-7262. View program schedules and register online at www.pcoa.org/services/healthy-living/

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March 1, 2016 7:30 a.m – 12:30 p.m.

University of Arizona, Student Union Memorial Center, North Ballroom

Co-Sponsor: Tucson Medical Center for Seniors

presents: HOW TECHNOLOGY IS CHANGING THE FACE OF AGING Advances in technology have had a profound effect on our daily lives, providing new opportunities to keep track of information about our health, to modify our lifestyle choices, to stay connected to our friends and family, and to potentially change the way we think about healthcare. This year's conference will focus on providing useful suggestions to promote successful aging and brain health by using and applying new technologies in our daily lives. Our experts will review practical ways we can incorporate the science of successful aging by harnessing the advances of new and emerging technologies, including up-to-date information on ways to enhance our physical, emotional, and cognitive health.

Schedule of Events

Topics 7:30 – 8:30

Registration

8:30 – 8:40

Welcome & Introductions

• E-health: Using mobile technology to maintain health

8:40 – 9:20

How Technology is Changing the Face of Aging Overview, Lee Ryan, PhD

• Can technology enhance healthy lifestyles and brain fitness?

9:20 – 10:00

Can technology enhance healthy lifestyles and brain fitness? Gene Alexander, PhD & David Raichlen, PhD

• Social media: Connecting to people, places, and resources

10:00 – 10:30

Morning Break

10:30 – 11:10

E-health: Using mobile technology to maintain health, M. Jane Mohler, MSN, MPH, PhD

• How technology is changing the face of aging

• Precision medicine: The future of personalized 11:10 – 11:50 Precision medicine: The future of healthcare personalized healthcare, Yves Lussier, MD Presenters will include: Lee Ryan, Ph.D. Gene Alexander, Ph.D. David Raichlen, Ph.D., and guest speakers

11:50 – 12:30 Social media: Connecting to people, places, and resources, L’Don Sawyer, MA

Registration for the conference is $15.

www.uafoundation.org/NetCommunity/2016acosa For additional information, please contact: Cortney Jessup at 520-621-5213 or [email protected]

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PCOA information & assistance PCOA Seeking Centenarians People who are 99 years old or older may nominate themselves, or can be nominated by family or friends for the special annual Centenarian Celebration on May 6th that is part of PCOA’s annual observance of Older Americans Month, in Tucson. The celebratory annual gathering of local centenarians is a unique opportunity to recognize and honor the life stories of our oldest local citizens and to salute longevity. Tucson Medical Center and PCOA organize the program every year. Each

centenarian receives a photographic portrait and gift package including a commemorative booklet, lunch with a celebration cake, and musical entertainment. PCOA is asking centenarians or their family and friends to complete a brief informational form and submit it and a photo of the centenarian by April 8. The annual Salute to Centenarians form can be obtained by calling Jan Baker at (520)258-5076 or email to [email protected].

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A JIVING-RHYME in Volunteer Time Neighbors Care Volunteers often make the difference in a senior’s ability to continue living independently and safely in their own home. Each volunteer brings special talent and gifts to their service, some quite unique, and all very important. One such unique volunteer, Nori Markowski is the Coordinator of the Tucson Estates Neighbors Helping Neighbors Program (TENHN). This program has over 25 volunteers serving elder residents of Tucson Estates with transportation, errands, phone calls, friendly visits and other creative social, nutritional and fun ways. During the holidays Nori overcame some of the pressure of the season by writing a whimsical rhyme for a fund-raising event. She even overcame stage fright by performing it herself – dancing and rhythmically jiving her way into the hearts of the attendees. She could have simply printed and handed out the rhyme. No, not Nori. Neighbors Care volunteers go the extra mile for their neighbors. Nori’s ever-present excitement and enthusiasm is contagious and inspiring. What a unique and entertaining way to ask for donations! What a unique and special service is Neighbors Helping Neighbors!

Let’s enjoy, or sing-along, to some of her song: I’ve been given a minute, so let me begin it. Howdy Neighbors! Helping Neighbors is what we do! Transports, errands and phone calls, too. Visit to chat, often ain’t only mission Hearing advise and, of course, to listen. Delivering treats that ain’t too sweet And just can’t be beat. Resources needed to empower you, too. All this, all this… all this we do. Just like family they are, but much better by far… God given talents, the volunteers give. And if you’ve got nothing to do, we could use YOU, too. Ya may be on our rolls someday… So, pay it forward cuz we’re here to stay. Special Thanks to Cathey Langione, PCOA, Volunteer, Personal Budgeting & Writer & Nori Markowski, Coordinator, Tucson Estates Neighbors Helping Neighbors Do you want to help? Contact [email protected] or 520.258.5071. Individual volunteers and new programs are especially needed in 85706, 85713 and 85714. Do you need help? Call PCOA Helpline at 520.790.7262.

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PCOA members & donors Donations and memberships from our generous supporters make life-changing services possible for older adults and their families in Pima County. Thank you for helping older adults live healthier, happier, more independent lives. Names listed are of those who have contributed from November 1, 2015 to, November 30, 2015. Donations and memberships may be tax deductible! David and Debra Adams Bradley Akers Patrick Alvarez Joseph Ambrose Robert N. Arida Neal and Julia Armstrong Arroyo Gardens Athlon Physical Therapy Arizona Attorney General Office Arizona State Employee Charitable Campaign Roger Aubrey Charles and Janet Baker Lana R. Baldwin Kevin Ballent Gloria Barbea Mike and Pelagie Beeson Robert Bell and Tom Buchanan Lisa Benaglio Anthony V. Benz Gary Boyd Binam Christine Bingel Jerry Blackmore Betsy Bolding Suzy Bourque Steven Bracamonte Paula Bressler Anne C. Britt Carrie Brown Robert and Martha Brown William and Pat Brown Virginia Burke Donna Burrows Cindy Caddell Terry E. Canez Charles Cantrell Rona Carbajal Jose Cardenas William and Christine Carson Casa De La Luz Hospice Cascades of Tucson Lisa Castro Curley and Joyce Clark Kathryn Clow James Confer Cheryl Copeland Margharite Coppola Rose Marie Corona Costco Wholesale Corp. Hosea Cotton Elizabeth A. Crino Jacqueline and Douglas Crockett Leslie Cullins Shechter Robert Daniels Michael and Karen Daranyi Sandy Davenport Michele De la Pena Darryl G. De Shurley Anthony and Nancy DeFeo Derrick Del Pilar Joyce Drozd Patricia Dunkel Patricia Duran Antonio Duran

Bertha Duran Edward and Denise Durazo Johnnie and Evelyn Edmond Saul and Betty Elasowich Ferroll and Mary Jo Elmer Patricia M. Erickson Antonio Estrada Palmer and Sally Evans Brian Fahy Shirley Feldman Joy Fisher Susanna Ford Kendall Foster Mona Freden Adam Freden and Jason Browne Buena French Sarah Fries Monica Frisbie Erika Fund Lisa Gallardo Jeffrey Gardner Angelica Gerardo Michael Gerber Thomas Giannini Clayton Goeglein Bram and Barbara Goldman Don and Vanessa Golos Julian Gomez Diane Gonzalez Lola Grabb Gilbert Grerna Eric and Karen Gustafson Jennifer Hagan Kristine Hall Tina Halstead Jane Haynes Matthew Hazelton Jimmie Mae Heng Sally C. Henry Ernest and Carol Hoidal Irene Holguin Hughes Federal Credit Union Darrel and Mary Hund Carol Hutchinson Monica Islas Arthur and Katherine Jacobson Bonnie Jandak Tricia Jennings Joe Jensen Lorena Johnson Deborah Johnson Kathie Johnstone Del Jones Beverly Jordon Susan Kasle Jeff Kendall Janet Kenigsberg Joyce Keyl Robert and Jan Kirkpatrick Maria Knepp James Knutson Rosemary Elaine Koshmider Judy Koski Ruth Krall

Kathleen Kuczynski Nevin Lambert Noemi Layton Sarah Lennartz Malcolm and Amy Levin Deborah Lopez Jonathan Lotz Aida Canez Lovio Sergio Lujan Norma MacKenzie Roger Malkin Dory Martin Gretchen Martin Michael McGee Francine McGetrick Colleen McVay Yvonne Meares Med-Tech Systems, Inc. Marisa Menchola Aida R. Mertz John Wesley Miller and Lorraine Drachman Dr. Jane Mohler Janice Monk Jesus Montes Earl and Dorothy Montogmery Mary Lucille Moore Jim and Connie Murphy Miyuki Muse Margaret Nagle Mary Naifeh Brenda Neufeld Victoria Normoyle Robert Olsen and Cheryl Langer Justin Orkney Fran Orman Rhey Orme David Ortiz Richard Palomino Katherine Pannabecker George and Mary Parker Parkinson Wellness Recovery Glenda Parrott Charlene Pease George Peck Janelle Pepple Joyce Percy Wilma L. Petersen Linda Petersen-Vargas Efren and Sue Peyron Gudrun Price Principal Financial Group Leslie Purpura Matthew Rademacher Tony Ramirez Nelda Rhea Melanie Rice Kay Rich Kenton and Phyllis Rigg Laverne Risk Lisa Roach Bridget Roads Marla Roberts Andrea Robins

Marcos Rodriguez Kim Rosenfeld Marlene Rosin Lillian Rotter Yolanda Ruboyianes Karen Ruhland Mary Sabo Cecilia Salaz Olga Saldivar Clayton Saner Edith Sanson Merrith Sayre Jody Settles Cindy Sheller Dennis Shumaker Stacy Sill Karen A. Skibinski Dislorei Small-Rodriguez Elizabeth C. Smith, Esq. Randall Smith Eilleen Snyder The Eliot Spalding Foundation Joseph and Shirley Spitler Amy Steele Margaret A. Stephens Kendell Stevens Arlene E. Stevenson-Booth Deena Stewart-Hitzke Sue Ellen Stibbe Lisa Stoffle Manuelita Suarez Jesse Swafford Angela Systma Kathleen M. Szeto Keith and Sandra Taylor Dean and Sandra Taylor Karen Tharpe Alan and Sandy Tiano Andrea Toledo-Leyva Diane Tooroian Tucson Airport Authority Employees Edward Turnbull Scott Turner Maria Valdes Gloria Valenzuela Mark Vargas Sherri Vernooy Thomas Verville Carmen Vicor Concha Villanueva Jennifer Walker Paul and Edna Walton John and Phyllis Wassenberg Harriette Watts Susan Weber Patricia Williamson Harold and Nancy Willingham Elizabeth S. Wilson Renee Wiruth Forrest and Phyllis Wood Cody Wood-Hromidko Marlene Yafuso Kino Yu Harriet Zaha

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PCOA information & assistance Memorials & Tributes In Memory Of Rodolfo (Rudy) Arriaga by Brunilda Arriaga

Peggy Mayer by Mary Trejo

Harry Baker and Jean Hay by Harriette Watts

Ibby Thompson by Janelle Pepple

Don and Lucy Turnbull by Edward Turnbull

In Honor Of W. Mark Clark & PCOA staff by Palmer and Sally Evans

Memorials & Tributes are recognized in Never Too Late. An appropriate card is mailed to the family of the deceased or to the honoree. • The amount of your gift is not mentioned. • All donations are tax deductible.

Mail Your Gift along with the name of the person to be memorialized or honored and the address of the next of kin or honoree to: PCOA, Memorials & Tributes 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85710-4009

Gift Online www.pcoa.org/donation-center.

For more information contact PCOA Development at 790-0504.

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PCOA Generations Gala Klaehn-Quilliam Family to be honored with 2016 Generations of Commitment Award The Klaehn-Quilliam Family will receive Pima Council on Aging’s (PCOA) Generations of Commitment Award during the Generations Gala on Friday, April 15, 2016 at the Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa.

Southern Arizona. Robin opened satellite offices of Medical Personnel Pool in Green Valley and Sierra Vista to address the lack of care in these areas.

A life-long advocate for older adults, Robin testified twice before Congress for the Serving the mind, body Select Committee on Aging. and soul has always been During her testimony in May a part of the philosophy of 1986, Robin addressed the of the Klaehn-Quilliam committee concerning the family. Arriving in 1975, lack of critical home health Robin Klaehn-Quilliam, care to residents of rural immediately immersed herself in the community of areas in the State. She continued to advocate for Tucson by providing a high standard of nursing care. Her home health care for seven impact is still evident today. years on the Arizona Congressional Education A native of Toronto, Canada, Team, making yearly visits Robin moved three of her to Washington, D.C., to four children from Michigan provide healthcare to Tucson in September of information to our 1975. At the time Tucson’s Congressional delegation. healthcare industry was Robin served on the Arizona booming, a perfect fit for Governor’s Advisory Council the graduate of Hamilton on Aging and chaired the General Hospital School Governor’s Advisory of Nursing in Hamilton, council on Aging’s Canada. The Sunday Alzheimer’s Committee. following her arrival in During her time on the Tucson, Robin saw an Alzheimer’s committee, advertisement for a Robin and Dr. Jesse Pergrin “friendly R.N. Supervisor” developed, wrote and in at Medical Personnel Pool. 1988 helped pass a bill which Robin secured the job and mandated the Alzheimer’s by December of 1975, Task Force and funded the business was thriving. Alzheimer’s respite program Robin was appointed in Arizona. Regional Administrator and served in the position Shortly after retiring from until her retirement. Medical Personnel Pool, Robin enrolled in Claremont In 1977 Robin wrote the School of Theology in the first certificate of need in United Methodist Course Arizona for a Proprietary of Study. As a licensed Home Health Agency, thus local pastor in the United developing the systems for Methodist Church, Robin licensing home health joined the Pastoral Staff care in Arizona. It was at Tucson Medical Center disconcerting for Robin to (TMC) serving as Chaplain see the lack of adequate for both the hospital and home care in rural areas of

hospice for 10 years. In 1987, the National Council on Aging asked each state to honor those ages 95-105. Fellow Tucsonan, Dr. Charles Schottland, suggested Robin start the Tucson Centenarian Celebration. The first celebration in 1987 was attended by 15 Centenarians and has grown to over 35 in attendance at the 2015 event. Alongside Robin’s leadership, PCOA and TMC became integral partners in this annual celebration. In 1984, Robin married Cole Quilliam, a native of Edmonton, Canada. An accountant by profession, Cole owns and still operates Quilliam Management Services, LLC in Tucson. Robin’s four children followed in her footsteps, joining caring professions– one for the mind, one for the body and two for the soul. Son Dr. Robert L. Klaehn, served as the Medical Director for the Division of Developmental Disabilities of DES. Her eldest daughter, Melanie A. Bucon, is a physical therapist for a Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale and a strong advocate, like Robin, to make sure that everyone receives the healthcare they need regardless of their means. The Bucon’s have three children, Jessica,

Ian and Noah all of whom are deeply invested in their communities. Robin’s daughter, Rev. Dulce Proud, serves as the Chaplain at St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth, Minnesota. Following in Robin’s footsteps at TMC, her youngest daughter, Mary Klaehn, currently serves as the Chaplin and Manager of Pastoral Services at TMC. Mary has one daughter Sarah, a college student. Cole Quilliam’s four children, all of whom live in Canada, also are involved in charitable activities. Marjory, oldest daughter is the Volunteer Manager at a large church in Edmonton. Son Cameron and his sister Carol are in business together. Youngest son Charles is in the IT field, in Western Canada. All four children are involved in and financially support several charitable and nonprofit organizations in Western Canada. Cole has two grandchildren in Canada. Robin Klaehn-Quilliam has advocated on behalf of seniors and those in need her entire life. Her family continues in her path and have devoted their lives to serving their communities and giving back.

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PCOA Generations Gala Dean Joan L. Shaver and Mary Koithan Tapped as 2016 Generations Gala Co-Chairs Pima Council on Aging (PCOA), announced that Dean Joan L. Shaver and Mary Koithan of the College of Nursing at the University of Arizona have accepted the role of the 2016 Generations Gala Co-Chairs. Dean Shaver, Ph.D., RN, FAAN, is currently the Professor and Dean of the College of Nursing at the University of Arizona. She holds a Ph.D. degree in Physiology and Biophysics (School of Medicine), and a master's in nursing (School of Nursing), both at the University of Washington and a baccalaureate degree (from the University of Alberta in Canada). For more than 20 years, Dr. Shaver has conducted funded research in women's health and sleep science, publishing her scientific work in nursing, medical, and interdisciplinary journals. Her scientific scholarship encompasses sleep issues for women in menopausal transition and in women with fatiguing health conditions, mainly fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. Dr. Koithan is Associate Dean for Professional and Community Engagement and the Anne Furrow Professor in Integrative Nursing in the College of Nursing at the University of Arizona. She is also a Research Assistant Professor in the Department of Family

Mary Koithan, Dean Joan L. Shaver, Ph.D., RN, Ph.D., BSN, MSN FAAN

and Community Medicine and core faculty for the Native American Research and Training Center. Dr. Koithan received her BSN from the University of Cincinnati, her MSN from the University of Las Vegas, Nevada and Ph.D. from the University of Colorado. She completed a post-doctoral fellowship in complementary medicine research at The University of Arizona. Dr. Koithan is nationally and internationally recognized for her work in nursing theory development and translation of complex systems science for use across the health professions. A clinical scholar, she has worked with various audiences (students, faculties, esearchers, providers, policy makers) for over 38 years to create and test novel clinical practice models that champion whole person, whole systems interventions and outcomes. For sponsorship opportunities please call Kimberley Hoidal, Development Coordinator, at 520.305.3401 or email [email protected].

You are cordially invited to the Pima Council on Aging’s

2016 Generations Friday April 15 Honoring the

Annual Sponsors

Klaehn-Quilliam Family with the

Generations of Commitment Award Friday, April 15 at 6PM The Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa 3800 E. Sunrise Drive Tucson, Arizona 85718 Sponsorship packages and individual tickets available. Contact Kimberly Hoidal at 520-790-0504 for more information, or visit www.PCOA.org

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PCOA Community Calendar Pull out this handy calendar section to keep with you

Tuesday, 1

7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., The Joan Kaye Cauthorn Annual Conference on Successful Aging (See page 4) 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., Golden Age Club #1 Every Tuesday. Randolph Recreation Center, 200 S. Alvernon Way, Performing Arts Bldg. Contact: 791-4560 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., PCOA Volunteer Services - RSVP, Green ValleySahuarita Volunteer Clearinghouse Every Tuesday, and other days by appointment. Friends in Deed, 301 W. Camino Casa Verde, Green Valley. Contact: John or Bonna, 625-1150 x 108 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sunnyside Senior Club Every Tuesday. El Pueblo Senior Center, 101 W. Irvington Road. Contact: 791-7461 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Kin Support Group Every Tuesday, for Kinship Caregivers. K.A.R.E. Family Center, 220 E. Speedway Blvd. Contact: 323-4476 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Tucson Society of the Blind Every Tuesday. Christ Presbyterian Church, 6565 E. Broadway. Contact: Gerry, 790-8102 or Erma, 326-3757. 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., Peer Support Group, ALOHA - Adult Loss of Hearing Association Every Tuesday. Free. Adult Loss of Hearing Association, 4001 E. Ft. Lowell Contact: 795-9887 or email: [email protected].

1 p.m. – 3 p.m., Pima Council on Aging Information and referral service on issues concerning seniors, such as housing options, transportation, food, mental health, caregiving, social services and legal aid. DusenberryRiver Public Library, 5605 E. River Road. Contact: 594-5345 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., Seniors’ Dance Every Tuesday, Live music by Ken Novak & Ron Wagner, $3.00 members, $4.50 non-members. Udall Center, 7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd. Contact: 551-6154 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., Technology Tutoring Classes for Tucson Seniors Learn about the capabilities of your electronic devices: cell phones, tablets and computers. AARP Information Center. FREE. Every Tuesday. AARP Information Center, Registration required. Contact: tucsonadultlearning adventures.com, Henry 795-1584. 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Administracion de los Recursos y Alternativas Grupo del las Expresiones del Anciano Sobreviviente Para obtener mas informacion, llame a: 273-5048 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Administration of Resources and Choices Elder Expressions Survivor's Group Every Tuesday. Contact: 358-3887 or visit arc-az.org 6 p.m. – 7 p.m., Tucson Epilepsy Empowerment Meetings First Tuesday of the month. University Medical Center, 1501 N. Campbell Ave., Room 2500D. Contact: 1-888-768-2690 7 p.m. – 8 p.m., ALOHA - Adult Loss of Hearing Association, Evening Support Group Every Tuesday. Adult Loss of Hearing Association, 4001 E. Ft. Lowell.

Contact: 795-9887 or email [email protected].

Wednesday, 2 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., PCOA Information & Assistance - Elder Rights & Benefits Assistance & Medicare Every Wednesday. Ellie Towne/Flowing Wells, 1660 W. Ruthrauff Rd. Contact: 790-0504 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Udall Eastside Senior Club Informative meetings 1st Wednesday. Senior Addition, 7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd. Contact: 791-4121 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., New to Medicare Workshop No Charge. Designed for people who will be eligible for Medicare within the next few months. First and third Wednesday of each month. Pima Council on Aging, 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. Call Medicare Information Line to register: 546-2011.

Thursday, 3 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Exercise Class, Line dancing, Qi gong, Tai Ji followed by Mahjong and light lunch Lunch and free play at 12:00 p.m. Tucson Chinese Cultural Center, 1288 W. River Rd. Contact: Patsy Lee, 292-6900 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., Jacob Jesters Seniors Meets every Thursday. YMCA, 1010 W. Lind. Contact: Rawene, 297-0986 or Millie, 571-1858 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Mortality, The PCOA Lecture Series in Green Valley A series of 4 talks exploring the topics of death and dying, end-of-life care. Free, but seating is limited: arrive early for a seat. Additional date; April 7.

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Thursday, 3 Canoa Hills Social Center, 3660 S. Camino del Dol, Green Valley. No RSVP. Visit www.pcoa.org 10 a.m. – 11:30, Write-A-Will workshops (See page 7 for more details and dates) 10:30 a.m. – noon, Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group TMC Healthy Living Connections, Seniors Classrooms, El Dorado Health Campus, 1400 N. Wilmot Rd. Contact: 324-1960 or to register, 324-4345.

Ward 6 office, 3202 E. 1st Street. Contact: Henry Hanson, 520-795-1584 or [email protected] 1 p.m. – 3 p.m., Desert Crones of Tucson Every Thursday. Fellowship Square, Villa III, 210 N. Maguire Ave. Contact: 390-1787 or 730-9352 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m., Survivors of Suicide Tucson - Support Group 1st & 3rd Thursday. Catalina Methodist Church,, 2700 E. Speedway, Bldg. H-30. Contact: 323-8660 or [email protected]

Thursday, 3

Friday, 4

10:30 a.m. – noon, Women’s Thursday Roundtable Meet new friends and participate in lively interesting discussions. Thursdays. Ward 6 Council Office, 3202 E. First St. Contact: 751-8748

8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Medicare Assistance Every Friday by appointment. Marana Senior Center. Contact: 546-2011

10:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., The Embroiderers’ Guild of America Tucson Chapter Every Thursday Ellie Towne Flowing Wells Community Center, 1660 W. Ruthrauff Rd. Contact: Linda, 398-7268 or visit tucsonega.org 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sociable Seniors Meets every Thursday. Annex of St. James Methodist Church, 3255 N. Campbell Ave. Contact: 326-7101 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Mid-America Club First Thursday unless falls on a Holiday, lunch (cost for lunch). All present/past residents of Mid-states welcome. Contact: 744-7944 or 792-2333 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., Reading For Pleasure First Thursday of each month, Tucson City Council

Saturday, 5 10 a.m. – noon, Women’s Army Corps Veterans Association, Palo Verde Chapter #87 Girl Scout Headquarters, Broadway & Columbus. Contact: Norma - 624-3827 1 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., National Federation of the Blind (NFB) Southern Arizona Association for the Visually Impaired, 3767 E. Grant Rd. Contact: Larry, 747-0937 or Gerry, 790-8102 9 p.m. . – 11 p.m., PBS-HD Channel 6 Uniterruped Classics Hit Films Every Saturday. Online: azpm.org for complete list

4 p.m. – 5 p.m., Clutterer’s Anonymous (CLA) Every Sunday. Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church Room B, 5360 E. Pima St. Contact: Wendy, 888-0088

Monday, 7

8 a.m. – 3 p.m., PCOA Information & Assistance - Caregiving, Elder Rights, Benefits & Medicare Every Monday. Friends in Deed, 301 W. Camino Casa Verde, Green Valley. Contact: 790-0504 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., By appointment, PCOA Information & Assistance - Medicare By appointment only. Must call prior. Armory Park Center Contact: 791-4865 9 a.m. – noon, Pima Council on Aging's Medicare Counselors PCOA's Medicare Counselors will be available to answer questions about Medicare eligibility and enrollment, Part A, Part B, and Part D benefits, as well as Supplemental and Advantage plans. This is a free service by the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) which is not affiliated with the insurance industry. Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Dr. Contact: 546-2011 for an appointment

Tuesday, 8

Sunday, 6

10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., Pima & Swan Seniors Club 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Fun, fellowship and friendship. Local Church. Contact: 444-4714

3:45 p.m. – 5 p.m., Gamblers Anonymous (GA) Every Sunday. Streams in the Desert Lutheran Church - Room A, 5360 E. Pima St. Contact: Susan 520-747-5018

11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Pima Council on Aging An ambassador will be available to provide information and referral service on issues concerning seniors, such as housing options,

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transportation, food, mental health, caregiving, social services and legal aid. One-on-one discussion with an ambassador is available on a first-come first-served basis. Oro Valley Public Library, 1305 W. Naranja Dr. Contact: 594-5580

Tuesday, 8 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia Support Perspectives on Alzheimer’s

TMC for Seniors: Bi-monthly informational film and discussion series for Care Partners of persons with Alzheimer’s or related dementia. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. • Facing Alzheimer’s: Conversations with Caregivers (57 minutes) El Dorado Health Campus, 1400 N. Wilmot Rd. Register:324-4345.

Wednesday, 9 7:45 a.m. – 5 p.m., 22nd Alzheimer's Association Education Conference Alzheimer's Association - Desert Southwest Chapter, alz.org/dsw Tucson Jewish Community Center, 3800 E. River Rd. (see page 10) 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s Association Support Group 2nd & 4th Wednesday. Pima Council on Aging, 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. Contact: Robin, 373-0349

Thursday, 10 9 a.m. – noon, National Academy of Elder Law Clinic $15 suggested donation per person/per 30-minute session. 2nd & 4th Thursday unless falls on a holiday. Pima Council on Aging, 8467 E., Broadway Blvd. Call the PCOA Help Line at 790-7262 to

schedule an (advice only) appointment 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., National Association of Retired and Veteran Railroad Employee’s Inc., Unit 63 The Golden Corral, 4380 22nd St. Contact: Ken, 520-288-8221 or Dan, 296-4576 1 p.m. – 12 noon, Arizona Same Sex Marriage and Benefits (See page 18) 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., Arizona Long Term Care System Workshop 2nd Thursday, PCOA, 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. No charge for family members and older persons to learn about the ALTCS. $35 fee for-profit companies. Pima Council on Aging, 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. Call the PCOA Help Line, 790-7262 to reserve your seat

10 a.m. – noon, Polio Epic 2nd Saturday each month. Contact: Micki, 743-1556. Health-South, 2650 N. Wyatt Dr. Contact: 743-1556 10:30 a.m. – noon, Southern Arizona Myasthenia Gravis Support Group For location call: 889-6910 or email: [email protected] 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Cost of luncheon $20. Checks payable to AAUW Tucson Branch should be sent to Treasurer, 9324 E. Marcasite Ln., T/A 85747-5743. YWCA patio, 525 N. Bonita Ave. Contact: 1-619-339-1036

Saturday, 12 & Sunday, 13

6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Pet Loss Support Group 2nd & 4th Thursday. Free support to people grieving the loss of a pet. Northminister Presbyterian Church Library, 2450 E. Ft. Lowell Rd. Contact: Rene, 603-8319

Saturday, 12 8 a.m. – 9 a.m., Walk-With-A-Doc Hosted by The Pima Medical Society, the monthly Walk-With-A-Doc outings. Rillito River Park. Contact: Dennis Carey, 795-7985 or [email protected]

9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., University of Arizona campus Visit PCOA at Booth 229. http://tucsonfestivalofbooks.org/

9 a.m. – 11 a.m., Black Women’s Task Force Meeting 2nd Saturday. Donna Liggins Neighborhood Center, 2160 N. 6th Ave. Contact: 977-5370

11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Association Chapter 55 Lunch - usually around $10. Golden Corral, 4380 East 22nd Street. Contact: 444-6970

10 a.m. – noon, Mended Hearts Chapter #116 2nd Saturday, Sept. – June. Ward 6 Council Office, 3202 E. 1st St. Contact: 797-3041 or AlexandraLane99@ gmail.com

Monday, 14

3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m., Alzheimer’s Association Support Group 2nd Monday. La Rosa Healthcare, Santa Catalina Villas Retirement Community. Contact: Cindy, 615-8111

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Wednesday, 16 Noon – 1:15 p.m., Armchair Travel - Costa Rica 3rd Wednesday. Free popcorn and soft drinks. Udall Park Senior Center, Eastside Senior Club. Contact: Stuart, 829-9208

Thursday, 17 10 a.m. – noon, Brain Matters In Neurology Presented by the Department of Neurology, University of Arizona at the Tucson Jewish Community Center in partnership with the Pima Council on Aging. Third Thursday of each month. Free. 10 am: Todd Vanderah, Ph.D., Pain and Inflammation 11 am: Amol Patwardhan, M.D., Ph.D., Managing pain. Tucson Jewish Community Center, 3800 E. River Rd. No registration is required. 11:45 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Illinois Lincolnites Club 3rd Thursday, past or present residents of Illinois welcome. Cost for lunch. Reservations: 743-3172 or 293-3272

Friday, 18 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., TASL (Tucson Arthritis Support League) 3rd Friday. Free Arts & Crafts Social Club for people with arthritis. Lunch served. Must register. Contact: Diane 465-0823 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Green Valley/ Sahuarita Support Group For grandparents, adoptive and other kinship caregivers. Childcare & lunch provided. Conrad Joyner Library, 601 N. La Canada Dr. Contact: Thelma, 323-4476 x109 Noon – 1 p.m., Advances in Aging Lecture Series Solving the Pigmentation and Retinal Degeneration Riddle. Speaker: Brian S. McKay, PhD, Ophthalmology and Vision Science. No registration is required for this teleconference at

PCOA. View Presentation Live: http:// streaming.biocom.arizona.edu/home/. Pima Council on Aging, 8467 E., Broadway Blvd.

Saturday, 19 10 a.m. – noon, The AZ Council of the Blind (AZCB) Chapter SA 3rd Saturday. SAAVI, 3739 E. Grant Rd. Contact: 742-7787 Noon – 2 p.m., The Society of Military Widows 3rd Saturday. The Mirage Club, DM Air Force Base. RSVP: Kay, 574-6628 10 days prior 1 p.m. – 3 p.m., Southern AZ Council of Grandmothers Show up with your own drum or instrument. C Unitarian Universalist Church, 3601 W. Cromwell Dr. Contact: Janet, 797-9323 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m., Southern Arizona Scottish Society Social Hall of Christ Church United Methodist, Craycroft & 4th St. Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]

Monday, 21 10:30 a.m. – noon, Stroke Support Group for survivors & loved ones TMC Healthy Living Connections, Seniors Classrooms, El Dorado Health Campus, 1400 N. Wilmot. Contact: 324-4345 to sign up 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Chapter 1874 Golden Corral Restaurant, 6865 N. Thornydale Dr. Contact: Rosie 400-3456

series for Care Partners of persons with Alzheimer’s or related dementia. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. • When the Mind Fails, A Guide to Alzheimer’s Disease (59 minutes) El Dorado Health Campus, 1400 N. Wilmot Rd. Register:324-4345

Thursday, 24 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., The Michigan Club May’s Counter Chicken and Waffles, 2945 E. Speedway Blvd. Reservations: Darlene, 751-8412

Saturday, 26 2 p.m., Compassion & Choices Dusenberry River Library. Speaker: Duane Bateman. Topic: Mother Used Oregon Law.

Monday, 28 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., American Lung Association, “Better Breathers’ Club” Anyone with breathing issues will benefit from this new support group. Last Monday each month. The Forum at Tucson, 2500 N. Rosemont Blvd. RSVP: 520-325-4800

Wednesday, 30 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Caregiver Support Group Last Wednesday of the month. Sunrise at River, 4975 N. 1st Ave. Contact: 888-8400

Save the Date

Tuesday, 22 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia Support Perspectives on Alzheimer’s TMC for Seniors: Bi-monthly informational film and discussion

(See pages 8 & 9)

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Elder Circles, The Wisdom Journey, a safe, respectful place for harvesting your life. Information about the Center for Community Dialogue www.ourfamilyservices.org Confirm or information, [email protected] or 405-1926. Tucson Singletarians A friendly, active social club for single adults 50 yrs and older. Activities: potlucks, dineouts, dances, game days, trips, etc. or 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Social Hour either Wednesday/Westside or Thursday/Eastside at various monthly locations. For a newsletter contact 326-9174 or http://singletariansocial.com/ Alzheimer’s Association Support & Education Programs Various locations; Tucson, Sierra Vista, Green Valley, Safford, Yuma. Also EarlyStage Alzheimer’s Groups Contact: Alzheimer’s Association - Desert Southwest Chapter: 322-6601 or visit www.alz.org/dsw Community Connect by La Posada A convenient source of information and soluntions for people seeking life-enriching community services. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., 250 W. Continental Road, Ste. #500 Call: 520-393-6700

Southern Arizona Senior Pride Information for and about Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) older adults in the community. Call 704-5830, Facebook: soazseniorpride [email protected] Southern Arizona Senior Pride Meeting, 2:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m., 2nd Tuesday, Himmel Park Library, 1035 N. Treat Ave. Contact: 704-5830 Senior Pride Potluck, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., 4th Saturday, Cornerstone Fellowship, 2902 N. Geronimo. Contact: Lee Roden, 398-6826 Are you raising a relative’s child? Do you know someone who is? Arizona’s Children Association Arizona Kinship Support Services Creating Connections for Kinship Caregivers

Caregiver Hotline: 1.888.737.7494 www.arizonakinship.org Freedom Center Seniors 5000 E. 29th St., Tucson Parks and Recreation Dept. Weekly events: Chair exercise, Sewing club, Pinochle, Spanish Conversation, Computer class, Bingo & Movie day. Contact: 791-4969 Advertisement

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Have Lunch and Make a Friend

Pima Council on Aging Lunch Programs + Fun DO YOU KNOW... Someone who could benefit from a lunch program that also provides an opportunity to make new friends? Let’s face it, eating alone, at home, is no fun. These programs are typically open from Monday – Friday (except as noted and holidays) from 9:00 am to after lunch? There are fun activities available during these hours. Depending on the site, activities range from games, movies, crafts and even field trips. A transportation subsidy may be available to get someone to these lunch programs?

Centers Ajo Community



Archer Neighborhood



Armory Park Senior * Casa Community Services by La Posada

Transportation is provided via Sun Van, to individuals with disabilities with a current ADA Eligibility Card issued by the City of Tucson. That these lunch programs are open to all individuals 60 and older and their spouse regardless of age? Once you register for a program, you will be required to reserve your meals each week. That way, we know you’re coming and your lunch is waiting for you. A suggested donation of $2.00 - $3.00 is requested. Senior Center Lunches are a program of the Pima Council on Aging in collaboration with sub-contracted agencies: Catholic Social Services, Tucson Urban League and the City of Tucson Parks & Recreation Department.

Address

Place

Contact

290 W. Fifth St.

Ajo 85321

520-387-5040



1665 S. La Cholla Blvd.

Tucson 85713



791-4355



220 S. 5th Ave.

Tucson 85701



791-4070

780 S. Park Centre Ave.

Green Valley 85614



393-6814





Check out this month’s menu at: www.pcoa.org/services/mealsand-nutrition/. Click on “Senior Center Meals” then click on “View Monthly Menu.”





Eastside El Dorado



1400 N. Wilmot Rd.

Tucson 85712

El Pueblo Neighborhood



101 W. Irvington Rd.

Tucson 85714



889-0928

El Rio Neighborhood



1390 W. Speedway Blvd.

Tucson 85705



837-8210

Ellie Towne/Flowing Wells **



1660 W. Ruthrauff Rd.

Tucson 85705



248-4699

Freedom Recreation



5000 E. 29th St.

Tucson 85711



791-4969

2160 N. 6th Ave.

Tucson 85705



791-3247



1575 E. 36th St.

Tucson 85713



791-2509



16150 W. Ajo Way

Tucson 85735



578-3063



Donna Liggins Center Quincie Douglas



Robles Junction Comm. **

William Clements Regional Center 8155 E. Poinciana Dr.



Tucson 85730

* Dinner meal ** Open Mon., Wed., Fri. Please call in advance to reserve a meal and for days and hours of operation. Funded by: Federal Older Americans Act through AZ DES/DAAS, United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona, City of Tucson, and Individual Contributions

546-2257





791-5787

Check out this month’s menu at: www.pcoa.org/services/mealsand-nutrition/. Click on “Senior Center Meals” then click on “View Monthly Menu.”

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Caregiving

Family Caregiver Training FREE Workshops The demands of caring for a loved one can be stressful and it is difficult to provide care when you are unsure of what you’re doing. You’ll feel much better when you’re confident of your skills and we can help! Give us a call today to sign up for one or both workshops available every month!

Workshop I - 9am – 1 pm

Workshop II - 9am – 1 pm

Thursday, March 10

Friday, March 11

Community Connect by Posada Life, 250 W. Continental Rd. Suite 500, Green Valley, AZ 85614

*Must register in advance To RSVP call: (520) 488-7340

Interested in future workshops? Please call... Workshop I Workshop II • Basic Infection Control & Prevention • Stress Management • Home Environment Safety • Psychological & Emotional Conditions • Dementia Specific Care • Grief & End of Life Issues • Activity Planning • Transfers & Positioning • Personal Care • Communication Skills • Nutrition and Food Preparation • Fall Prevention • Communication Techniques • Alzheimer’s & other related dementias

Hands-on Training includes: • Basic Infection Control & Prevention • Proper Body Mechanics • Evacuation & Fire Safety • Nutrition, Assisting with Eating & Redirecting • Transferring & Walking • Use of a Gait Belt • Transferring Out of Bed & Wheelchairs • Re-positioning in Bed & in a Wheelchair • Proper Bed Bath Techniques • Catheter Bag Care • Assisting with Bed Pans • Hygiene Care

PCOA Caregiver Support Groups - March Oro Valley

Tuesday, 1, 12:00 p.m. Rancho Vistoso Urgent Care (Board Room), 13101 N Oracle, 85737

North Tucson

Wednesday, 2, 10:00 a.m. St. Philip’s in the Hills, (La Parroquia Bldg) 4440 N. Campbell Ave., 85718

East Tucson

Monday, 7, 1:00 p.m. Pima Council on Aging 8467 E. Broadway, 85710

Central Tucson

Tuesday, 8, 5:30 p.m. Grace St. Paul’s Church (Mary of Bethany Room) 2331 E. Adams St., 85719

North Tucson

Thursday, 10, 11:00 a.m. St. Philip’s in the Hills, (La Parroquia Bldg) 4440 N. Campbell Ave., 85718

Green Valley

Northwest Tucson

Tuesday, 15, 1:00 p.m. Ellie Towne Flowing Wells Community Center (Conference Room), 1660 W. Ruthrauff Rd, 85705

North Tucson Wednesday, 16, 10:00 a.m. St. Philip’s in the Hills (La Parroquia Bldg) 4440 N. Campbell Ave., 85718

Oro Valley

Wednesday, 23, 3:00 p.m. Rancho Vistoso Urgent Care (Board Room), 13101 N Oracle, 85737

East Tucson

Monday, 28, 1:00 p.m. Pima Council on Aging 8467 E. Broadway, 85710

Southwest Tucson

Tuesday, 29, 9:00 a.m. Tucson Estates Rec. Center Suite 2 5900 W. Western Way, 85713

Monday, 14, 1:00 p.m. Friends In Deed (Room A), 301 W. Camino Casa Verde, 85614

To register or receive information, please contact: Luminaria Home Care (520) 488-7340 or email Jason Browne at [email protected]

PCOA family caregiver support groups are open to anyone providing care for a person 60 and older, or caring for someone who has Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia of any age.

Training is available to unpaid family caregivers who are caring for someone age 60 or older, or caring for someone suffering from Alzheimer’s or a related dementia of any age.

Pre-registration is required if attending a group for the first time.

This training is made possible through a partnership with Pima Council on Aging and funded by the Department of Economic Security, Division of Aging and Adult Services. Luminaria Home Care is a program of Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest

Pima Council on Aging Support Group Program: (520) 609-1271

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PCOA information & assistance Prevention Comes First PCOA is starting an exciting new public health project to promote strategies for education and early interventions for prevention of prescription medication misuse and abuse. Prescription medication misuse and abuse are growing public health problems among older adults; these problems are associated with many serious consequences, and often go unrecognized. • Misuse of prescription medications, also referred to as non-medical use of prescription drugs, is estimated to increase from 1.2 percent (911,000) in 2001 to 2.4 percent (2.7 million)

in 2020—a 100 percent increase—among older adults. • This problem is growing because of the size of the baby boom population as well as the boomers’ greater acceptance of and experiences with using prescription medications and illicit drugs. • One indicator of this growth is emergency department (ED) visits involving medication misuse and abuse; from 2004 to 2008, there was a 121 percent increase in ED visits involving prescription medication misuse by older Americans.

Arizona Same Sex Marriage and Benefits Sponsored by Water of Life Metopolitan Community Church and Southern Arizona Senior Pride

Thursday, March 10

1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Water of Life MCC, 3269 N. Mountain Ave. Presenters: Stephanie Hartell, PCOA SHIP/SMP Coordinator Jennifer Walker, PCOA Elder Rights and Benefits Advocate Jack Burns, Public Affairs Specialist from the Social Security Administration Topic: Social Security, Medicare, AZ Long Term Care Services and the IRS Seating is limited. RSVP Required 520-292-9151 or email: [email protected]

Problematic prescription medication use by older adults is usually unintentional, and most misused medications are obtained legally through prescriptions. However, unintentional prescription medication misuse can progress to abuse if an older adult continues to use a medication for the desirable effects it provides. Furthermore, tolerance and physical dependence can develop in some older adults when certain psychoactive medications, such as benzodiazepines, are taken regularly at the therapeutic appropriate dose for brief periods. Did you know that older adults are at risk for prescription drug abuse because they take more prescription medicines than any other age groups? Pima Council on Aging is starting a new local project aimed at helping older adults prevent prescription and over the counter medication misuse and abuse, and inform the public about the safe disposal of drugs. • Americans 65 years of age and older make up only 13% of the U.S. population, yet they consume approximately 33% of all prescription drugs (Governor’s Office of Child, Faith and Family 10/15). This new public health project is the first of its kind in Pima County that specifically focuses on older

adults and is funded by Cenpatico Integrated Care. Prevention programs are established in each of Cenpatico’s eight Southern Arizona counties to respond to the needs identified by the community and consistent with local drug and alcohol data. Data collected indicates the following concerns for Pima County: • According to the Poison Control Center, 41% of all poison related deaths occur in the senior age group. • In Tucson, one in eight grandparents are caring for their grandchildren; exposing young children and youth to easy access to a variety of medications in the home. • The improper disposal of all medications by the general public is severely stressing our ground water and drinking water systems. PCOA is cultivating relationships to establish a working coalition to develop a local plan for action and community outreach. • Community members, businesses and organizations serving our older population are welcome to participate. • Presentations can also be arranged if your group would like to learn more about medication misuse and abuse and safe disposal of medications. Please contact Sally Krommes at PCOA, 520-304-3425 or [email protected] for coalition information, or to set up a free presentation.

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PCOA information & assistance Tax Breaks For Older Adults There are three types of tax programs for which you, as an older adult, may be eligible. Among them: 1. The Property Tax Refund Claim, also known as the PTC140, may be filed if you meet the following criteria: • Arizona resident for the entire year of 2015. • Age 65 or older by 12/31/2015 or a recipient of SSI. • Limited household income. Call PCOA Central Intake at 790-7262 for income guidelines. • You paid property taxes and/or rent in 2015. Call PCOA Central Intake at 790-7262 in Tucson for PTC140 forms, or to make an appointment for assistance in completing this form. Please do not contact the Pima County Tax Assessor regarding this form. This program is open from Jan. 1, 2016 to April 18, 2016. 2. The Widows/Widowers Property Tax Exemption is open now and you may file for this program if you meet the following criteria: • Current resident of Arizona • Resident of Arizona with last spouse at time of spouse’s death. • Income for applicant may not exceed $31,528 for 2015. With dependents it may not exceed $37,823 for 2015. • Maximum Assessed Value Limitation of the home is

$25,708. • Exemption filing period is from Jan. 4 to Mar. 1, 2016. Call PCOA Central Intake at 790-7262 or the Tax Assessor’s office at 243-7500 in Tucson for written information. 3. The Senior Property Valuation Protection Option may be filed if you meet the following criteria: • At least one owner must be 65 years of age at time application is filed. • The property must be the primary residence of the taxpayer. • The owner must have lived in and owned the home for at least two years prior to applying for the option. • Owner’s income from all sources cannot exceed $35,184 for an individual, and $43,980 for joint ownership. • The annual application period is from Feb. 1 to Aug. 31 2016. Under the terms of the Senior Property Valuation Protection Option, the evaluation of the older adult’s home can be ‘frozen’ at the current year’s valuation so that the value does not increase. The Pima County Board of Supervisors may still levy additional taxes. For more details about this program, Call PCOA Central Intake at 790-7262 or the Tax Assessor’s office at 243-7500 in Tucson. By Jennifer Walker, MSW, Pima Council on Aging Senior Advocate

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PCOA information & assistance

AZ Equal Treatment Initiative Identifies Needed Changes LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) older adults are 5 times less likely to access senior services, and are at increased risk for isolation, depression, health disparities, medical neglect, and economic and housing deprivation, due to the historical and ongoing prejudice and discrimination experienced by this population. Improvements and advances are occurring nationwide in the expansion of rights and equalization of benefits for this group, but our community still needs to make further progress. To address these issues, the Arizona Equal Treatment Initiative was convened, through the leadership of SAGE (national Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders) and supported by the Gill Foundation. PCOA was contracted as the Arizona anchor for this planning group made up of 12 organizations from the Tucson and Phoenix areas, including AARP Arizona, One Community of Phoenix, S. AZ Senior Pride, Competitive Arizona, AZ ACLU,

Alzheimer’s Association, SAAF, SAGA, ICS, and HRC. This group coordinated the LGBTQ Aging Issues Community Dialogue, held at the Abrams Public Health Center in November. At this event, Serena Worthington from SAGE, and speakers from the AZ ACLU and HRC gave national and state overviews of the issues. A panel of LGBT older adults and a panel of services providers shared perspectives and resources. Survey respondents at the Dialogue ranked their needs as follows: health care/access; social services; social interaction/support for LGBTQ older adults; laws that protect from discrimination; advocacy regarding LGBTQ rights and benefits; LGBTQaffirming housing options; care provision for loved ones/caregiving; legal assistance; transportation. Almost all said they would be more inclined to use existing senior services if they knew the staff had received

LGBT cultural competency training. Other survey suggestions included: long term care facilities Bill of Rights for LGBTQ residents; training for health care providers and staff of subsidized housing, retirement communities, and senior centers (available from PCOA and online from SAGE); advocacy for non-discrimination ordinances/laws in housing, employment, and accommodations. The S.AZ Senior Pride’s Our Legacy and Our Future Forum in February used the same survey to collect information on the needs of this population. The Next Steps: A Time to Act discussion will be held March 24, 2-4pm, at PCOA, for action planning to improve treatment for LGBTQ elders. This meeting will be facilitated by PCOA, S. AZ Senior Pride, LGBT&S Alliance Fund, and LGBT Commission. Please join us to expand equal treatment for LGBTQ older adults in our community. Contact: Sandy Davenport, [email protected].

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PCOA Put Life Back in Your Life 2016 classes - Pre-registration is required

A Matter of Balance

Healthy Living with Diabetes

• Tucson

• Tucson

St. Mark’s United Methodist Church 1431 W. Magee Rd. March 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28, April 1 Monday & Friday 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Rincon Congregational UCC 122 N. Craycroft Rd. April 18, 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23 Mondays, 1:00 – 3:30 pm

Morris K. Udall Regional Center 7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd. April 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. El Dorado Campus of TMC Senior Services 1400 N. Wilmot Rd. May 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 Monday & Wednesday 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

• Green Valley Casa Community Center, La Posada 780 S. Park Centre April 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 Tuesday & Thursday 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Additional class schedule pending, please call PCOA at 305-3410 for a workshop in your area.

Medicare does not pay for classes. Contact PCOA Health Promotion, at 305-3410.

• Green Valley La Perla at La Posada El Dorado Room 635 S. Park Centre Ave. April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25 and June 1 Wednesdays 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Healthy Living with Ongoing Health Conditions

Healthy Living with Chronic Pain

Workshops are being scheduled for 2016

Mountain Shadows Presbyterian Church 14240 N. Oracle Rd. April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11 Wednesdays, 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Please call PCOA at 305-3410 for a workshop near you.

• Tucson

TMC Senior Services 1400 N. Wilmot Rd. May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2, 9 Thursdays, 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.

EnhanceFitness (ongoing) Enhance Fitness classes are ongoing. You are welcome to visit the site you are interesed in attending. To register for these 7 locations, call 305-3410. El Pueblo Neighborhood Center 101 W. Irvington Rd. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 – 10:00 a.m., Levels 1 & 2 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Level 2 El Rio Community Center 1390 W. Speedway Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Level 2 Morris K. Udall Regional Center 7200 E. Tanque Verde Rd. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Levels 1 & 2 Donna Liggins Neighborhood Center 2160 N. 6th Ave. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Levels 1 & 2

William Clements Regional Center 8155 E. Poinciana Dr. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 – 9:30 a.m., Levels 1 & 2 El Dorado Campus Cafeteria of TMC Senior Services 1400 N. Wilmot Rd Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 – 10:00 a.m., Level 1

Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation now has an online registration system. To register for these 3 locations, please visit http://webcms.pima. gov/government/natural_ resources_parks_and_ recreation/ and click the “register now” link. If you have any questions, please contact us at 724-5000. Drexel Heights Comm. Cntr 5220 S. San Joaquin Ave. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 – 10:00 a.m., Levels 1 & 2 Ellie Towne Flowing Wells Comm. Cntr 1660 W. Ruthrauff Rd. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1:30 – 2:30 p.m., Levels 1 & 2 Picture Rocks Comm. Cntr 5615 N. Sanders Rd. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., Levels 1 & 2

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PCOA Put Life Back in Your Life – Eating Well As You Get Older Benefits of Eating Well

Food Choices Affect Digestion

Eating well is vital for everyone at all ages. Your daily food choices can make an important difference in your health and in how you look and feel.

Food choices also affect your digestion. Eating more whole-grain foods with fiber, fruits and vegetables may help.

Eating Well Promotes Health Eating a well-planned, balanced mix of foods every day has many health benefits. It may reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, bone loss, etc. If you already have one or more of these chronic diseases, eating well and being physically active may help you better manage them. It may also help you reduce high blood pressure, lower high cholesterol, and manage diabetes. Eating well gives you the nutrients needed to keep your muscles, bones, organs, and other parts of your body healthy throughout your life. These include vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrates, fats, and water.

Eating Well Promotes Energy Eating well helps keep up your energy level, too. By consuming enough calories, you give your body the fuel it needs throughout the day. The number of calories needed depends on your age, gender, height and weight, and how active you are.

Food Choices Can Affect Weight Consuming the right number of calories for your level of physical activity helps you control your weight. Extra weight is a concern for older adults. It can increase the risk for diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease and can increase joint problems. Eating more calories than your body needs for your activity level will lead to extra pounds. If you become less physically active as you age, you will probably need fewer calories to stay at the same weight. Choosing foods that have a lot of nutrients, but relatively few calories, can give you the nutrients you need while keeping down calorie intake.

Make One Change at a Time Eating well is part of a healthy lifestyle that you can adopt now and stay with in the years to come. To eat healthier, begin by taking small steps, making one change at a time. For instance, you might • take the salt shaker off your table. Decreasing your salt intake slowly will allow you to adjust. • chose whole-grain bread and eat more vegetables and fruits. These changes may be easier than you think. They're possible even if you need help with shopping or cooking, or if you have a limited budget. Making healthy food choices is a smart thing to do — no matter how old you are! Your body changes through your 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond. Here are some useful tips: Drink plenty of liquids Drink water often. Lowfat or fat-free milk or 100% juice also helps you stay hydrated. Limit beverages that have added sugars or salt. Make eating a social event Meals are more enjoyable when you eat with others. Many senior centers and faith communities offer meals that are shared with others. Plan healthy meals Find trusted nutrition information from ChooseMyPlate.gov or the library. Seek advice on what to eat, how much to eat, and which foods to choose. Know how much to eat Learn to recognize how much to eat so you can control portion size. When eating out, consider taking a part of your meal to eat later or split a meal with another.

Vary your vegetables Include a variety of different colored vegetables to brighten your plate. Most vegetables are a low-calorie source of nutrients and a good source of fiber. Eat for your teeth and gums Many people find that their teeth and gums change as they age. Those with dental problems sometimes find it hard to chew fruits, vegetables, or meats. Eating softer foods can help. Use herbs and spices Foods may seem to lose their flavor as you age. Maybe your sense of smell, sense of taste, or both have changed. Add flavor to your meals with herbs and spices. Keep food safe A food-related illness can be life threatening for an older person. Throw out food that might not be safe. Foods that are raw or undercooked may be harmful as well. Read the Nutrition Facts label To make wise choices when buying food, pay attention to important nutrient content and to identify the number of calories and the amount of fat, sodium, etc. Ask your doctor about vitamins or supplements Food is the best way to get nutrients you need. If you are considering vitamins or supplements, check with your doctor first.

Checking With Your Doctor If you have a specific medical condition, check with your doctor or registered dietitian about foods you should include or avoid.

You Can Start Today Whatever your age, you can start making positive lifestyle changes today. Eating well can help you stay healthy and independent and look and feel good in the years to come. Source: National Institutes of Health (NIH), NIHSeniorHealth.gov

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ways to give

Are you frustrated with your spouse? Do you have difficulty communicating with those around you? Are you or someone you know living with hearing loss? Learn about strategies to enhance communication with those most important to you at our Living Well with Hearing Loss classes Spring 2016 Session Dates and Times Tuesdays 9am to 11am February/March Session: 2/23, 3/1, 3/8 April Session: 4/5, 4/12, 4/19 For information and scheduling: contact Speech and Hearing Clinic at (520)621-7070 or contact us at [email protected] $75.00/3-week block (includes attendance for one participant with hearing loss and a communication partner, materials, and parking).

Please join us for our FREE Community Lecture “Hearing Loss and Falls”

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