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The Rodfathers Car Club of Butler recently sponsored a weekend Car Cruise, in con-junction with Butler VFW Post 249, with the event’s proceeds benefiting return-ing deployed veterans.

The cruise on July 18 had a “Welcome Home Celebra-tion” theme. It took place

Car Cruise benefits returning deployed veterans

at the VA Medical Center in Butler Township and fea-tured, in addition to the cars, a DJ, dash plaques, food, vendors and crafters, and a dunking tank to benefit Toys for Tots. There was also a free drawing for veterans. Pa-tients of the VA enjoyed a car cruise around the campus.

The Rodfathers Car Club serves to promote all forms of motorsports, and raise funds to donate to needy charitable organizations and individuals. To learn more, contact Dan Cunningham at (724) 321-8521. BCSN

Dan Cunningham of the Rodfathers Car Club sponsors car cruise to benefit returning deployed veterans.

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A Salute to Veterans one-hour mu-sical celebration with the Pitts-

burgh Symphony Orchestra will take place at 7 p.m. on Monday, August 31 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall in Oakland. Steelers legend and military veteran Rocky Bleier will host the event.

The concert will feature a moving performance of “Oh Danny Boy” with Pittsburgh Symphony Orches-tra oboist Cynthia DeAlmeida and Allegheny County Police Detective Ricky Manning. Audience members are invited to sing along with a special Armed Forces Salute medley and a rousing arrangement of “God Bless America” led by soprano Katy Williams. Brahms’ Violin Concerto in D major performed by Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra violinist El-len Chen-Livingston and Copland’s

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Free WWII/Korean veterans bus tripOctober 6 is the next date for the bus trip to Washington DC to visit the WWII, Korean, Iwo Jima Memorials, as well as Arlington Cemetery for the Changing of the Guards. The bus leaves early and returns mid-to late evening. Pick up points include Beaver, North Hills and Monroeville. There will be a nurse on the bus and several volunteers to help. Wheelchairs are provided on request. Food and beverages are supplied. Because we want to fill every seat with a veteran, we cannot take family or friends on the trip.

For more information and/or reservations, call (724) 709-3614. BCSN

PSO and Soldiers & Sailors team up for a salute to veterans

“Four Dance Episodes” from Rodeo round out this exciting summer eve-ning of music.

Admission is free for veterans and active military. General admission tickets are $15 for adults; seniors receive $5 off the ticket price. To reserve tickets, call (412) 392-4900 or visit www.pittsburghsymphony.org/neighborhood. BCSN

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Car Cruise benefits returning deployed veteransContinued from page 1

Sandra Beahm, LCSW Social Worker Healthcare for Homeless Veterans.

Participants enjoy the car cruise.

Does anyone remember this little guy?These kids came from Buffalo, New York to assist their mom at the Canteen Services Booth

The car cruise featured some oldies but goodies.

Photos by Lynn Webster for Butler County Senior News

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Stem Cells Take Center StageBy David Ebner

Staff Writer

The world will never forget the fate-filled day when four young men from Liverpool, England walked onto the stage of the Ed Sullivan show in 1964. The bright stage lights and the squeals from the crowd rained down on the smiling group, and that grainy black and white image was pinned as a moment of transformation in music history.

The introduction of stem cell research onto the world stage was not filled with as much fanfare. There were no screaming fans or standing ovations when the first stem cell therapy was conducted in the form of a bone marrow transplant in 1956. The long hours that scientists spent diligently researching and studying cells in laboratories across the world were not recorded in the pages of Life Magazine. Even in 2012, when the two scientists who discovered the application of stem cells as the building blocks for human life won a Nobel Prize, the response was limited mostly to the medical community.

The introduction of stem cell research to the world community may seem dwarfed in comparison to that of the Beatles or Elvis Presley, but its impact on the healthcare and medical industry is anything but small. Although embryonic stem cells have

a long history of being in the public spotlight, adult stem cells, those that are already inside the body of a fully grown adult, are not as well known. These stem cells live in the blood, fat, bone marrow and other areas of the body and can be extracted, and reintroduced into a different part of the body. This results in the stem cells specializing as whatever type of cell they are near. For example, if the stem cells from a patient’s abdominal fat were removed, cleaned and separated, and then reintroduced to the lungs of the patient with a progressive lung disease like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), the stem cells would become lung cells. The difference is that the new cells would be disease free and would regenerate into even more healthy lung cells, inevitably increasing lung function. For someone suffering from a debilitating disease, a stem cell treatment like the one described above could mean the difference between struggling for air and breathing easier.

The physicians at a medical clinic called the Lung Institute have been performing such procedures for some time now and boast that they have treated over 1000 patients and have a 70 percent success rate

in increasing the quality of life among their patients. The Lung Institute’s Medical Director, Dr. Burton Feinerman, who has been treating patients with stem cells for over 15 years, said, “Stem cells are very important because they offer a different approach. Instead of just treating symptoms and making the patient a little more comfortable, stem cells target the disease and can repair the damaged tissue. It is a whole new ball game and gives people realistic hope that we can challenge the incurable.”

It’s difficult to imagine a medical breakthrough taking center stage over a story about the newest trending celebrity. However, that isn’t to say that advancements in medical therapies, like stem cell treatments, aren’t occurring every day and won’t completely change the longevity and quality of our lives. The people that have sought these innovative treatments are already seeing these advancements in action, and although they may not be screaming like the crazed Beatles fans of the sixties, the stem cell fan base is growing every day with people that can now breathe easier.

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* Come out to Cranberry Community Park, 111 Ernie Mashuda Dr., Cranberry Township, Thursdays at 7 p.m. for a free summer concert series. The follow-ing performances will take place: NO-MaD August 6; and Elvis Lives August 13. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Visit www.cranberrytownship.org/index.aspx?NID=1447 for details.

* The 17th annual Regatta at Lake Ar-thur will take place August 1 and 2 at Moraine State Park, 225 Pleasant Valley Rd., Portersville. Land and lake activi-ties are available for adults and children, featuring a host of “learn-to” activities taught by eco-experts: archery, kayak, canoe, fishing, stand-up paddleboard-ing, dragon boating. Native butterfly release, fireworks, car cruise and live entertainment. Call (724) 687-0707 or visit www.lakearthurregatta.org.

* The Portersville Steam Show will be held August 1 and 2 at the Portersville

Entertainment and EventsSteam Show Grounds, 1512 Perry High-way, Portersville. The event provides a large variety of activities for the whole family including a vintage village, saw mill, cider press, gas engines, oil field equipment, farm animals, train rides, steam engines, flea market, crafts, great food, kids’ pedal tractor pulling, trac-tors, large traction engines, ice cream, tractor pulls and a steam building. Call (724) 285-7038 or visit www.porters-villesteamshow.org for details.

* Needle Crafts take place at 2 p.m. August 12 and 26 as well as every other Wednesday through October 14 at South Butler Community Library, 240 W. Main St., Saxonburg. Call (724) 352-4810 or visit www.southbutlerlibrary.org/ for event information.

* Come out to Carousel Shelter, 184 Alameda Park Rd., Butler, at 6:30 p.m. August 6 for Creek Creatures, a stream study in Alameda Park presented by

Moraine State Park DCNR Rangers. Wear boots or shoes that can get wet. Call (724) 284-5383.

* Harmony Museums 11th Antique Gun Show will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. August 8 in Stewart Hall, 218 Mer-cer St., Harmony. There will be an array of pre-1898 guns, swords and accouter-ments, with emphasis on those made in western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio. Bring items for experts to examine and appraise. Lunch will be available. Cost is $5 for ages 12 and older. Call (724) 452-7341 or visit www.harmonymuseum.org.

* Come out to Cranberry Community Park, 111 Ernie Mashuda Dr., Cranberry Twp., at 7:30 p.m. August 11 for a free movie in the park, Jumanji. Jumanji is a 1995 fantasy adventure film adapted from the 1981 children’s book of the same name. The story centers on 12-year-old boy trapped in a Jumanji game in 1969 and unwittingly released

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* The 4th annual Connoquenessing Creek Cleanup Celebration will take place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. August 29. All volunteers will be provided with a t-shirt, lunch, and be invited to the celebration party with food, drink and live music on September 19. Volunteers will meet at the Butler County Com-munity College, 107 College Dr., Butler. Call (724) 371-0416 or visit www.al-leghenyaquaticalliance.com for details.

* Slippery Rock Villagefest will take place September 6 at the Village at Slippery Rock, Slippery Rock Univer-stiy. This free street festival features children’s activities such as balloon sculptures, pony rides, face painting, pet rock painting, a treasure hunt and more. There will also be crafters, food, and vendors. Call (724) 794-2338 or visit

www.slipperyrockpa.org/community-events/villagefest for details.

* The 30th annual Saxonburg Festival of the Arts will take place September 12 and 13 at Roebling Park, 157 N Rebecca St., Saxonburg. Enjoy crafts, food, mu-sic, art demonstrations and more. Free parking and shuttle will be provided. Call (724) 352-1400, ext. 227 or visit www.visitsaxonburgpa.com.

* The St. Joseph annual Fall Festival will take place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. September 13 at the St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, 315 Stoney Hollow Rd., Cabot. Cost for dinner is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Festivities include bingo, cash raffle, basket raffle, children’s games, county store and more. Call (724) 352-2149.

* A Dog’s Day Out will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. September 13 at Alameda Park, Butler County Parks and Recreation, 183 Alameda Park Rd.,

Butler. Get active with your dog. Have your dog run through agility rings for owner/dog teams with no experience. For teams with more advanced skills, a rally obedience ring. Micro-chipping will be available by a licensed veterinar-ian, breed and obedience competition, agility, and Canine Good Citizen/Therapy Dog testing. The event will also include homemade food, a large raffle of doggie items and many vendors. Bring your dog and a lawn chair and stay for the day. For more information, call Nancy Kieffer at (724) 285-9910

* A Golf Scramble, hosted by the Penn Township VFD, will take place at Con-ley’s Resort, 740 Pittsburgh Rd., Butler, September 15. This is open to foursome’s or singles. All levels of golf experience are welcome. Ticket fee is $70 per person and includes lunch, dinner, 18 holes of golf, cart and prizes. Registration is from 9 to 11 a.m. Call (724) 586-7711 or visit www.conleyresort.com. BCSN

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Butler County Area Agency on Aging Senior Express

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By Brittany Buzzelli, Community Liaison/APPRISE Coordinator Butler County Area Agency on Aging For Butler County Senior News

Application forms for the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program have been extended for eligible residents to begin claim-

ing on property taxes or rent paid in 2014.

The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanian’s age 65 and older; widows and widowers age 50 and older; and disabled persons over the age of 18. The income limit for the program is $35,000 annually for homeowners and up to $15,000 annually for renters, with half of social security income excluded.

The maximum standard rebate is $650, but supplemental rebates for qualifying homeowners can boost rebates to $975.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Income Eligibility:

Homeowners: Income Maximum Standard Rebate

$0 to $8,000 $650

$8,001 to $15,000 $500

$15,001 to $18,000 $300

$18,001 to $35,000 $250

Renters: $0 to $8,000 $650

$8,001 to $15,000 $500

Each resident who prepared and filed a paper application last year and did not utilize computer software to do so, should have received a 2014 application form by February 30. Renters who prepared claims last year using computer software, rather than the PA-1000 booklet, received letters by mail reminding them to apply for a 2014 rebate and provid-ing them with two copies of the PA-1000 Rent Certificate and Rent Rebate application.

Applications are also available online at www.revenue.state.pa.us or by calling (888) 222-9190.

Older adults must reapply for rebates every year because rebates are based on annual income and property taxes or rent paid each year.

Pennsylvania property tax/rent rebate program deadline extended

It costs nothing to apply for a rebate. Application forms and assistance are available at no cost from the Department of Revenue district officers, state legislators’ offices and locally through the Butler County Area Agency on Aging.

The Butler County Area Agency on Aging will be offering in-office application assistance at the Butler County Area Agency on Aging’s main location, 111 Sunnyview Circle, Butler, PA 16001. It is recommended that you make an appointment in advance by calling the Butler County Area Agency on Aging directly at (724) 282-3008.

The deadline to apply for a rebate on property taxes or rent paid in 2014 is December 31. Rebates will be processed and dis-tributed up to one month after the application has been filed.

More than $297 million in property tax and rent rebates have been sent to more than 587,000 homeowners and renters across the state for taxes and rent paid in 2013. The department wants all eligible Pennsylvanian’s to apply for and receive rebates through this program, but cautions that fraudulent or falsified rebate claims will result in a denial of rebate.

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate program is supported by the Pennsylvania Lottery and revenue from slots gaming. Since the program’s 1971 inception, older adults and adults with disabilities have received $5.4 billion in property tax and rent rebates.

Applying for Property Tax/Rent Rebate is easy. Call (888) 222-9190 or visit www.revenue.state.pa.us. Pick up an application at your local legislator’s office, senior center, or at the Butler County Area Agency on Aging, 111 Sunnyview Circle, Suite 101 in Butler. BCSN

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Butler County Area Agency on Aging Senior Express

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The Area Agency on Aging still has Farmers Market Vouchers Available!

State Farmers Market Nutrition Program Voucher Distribution

111 Sunnyview Circle, Suite 101, Butler, PA 16001 Distribution: Monday—Friday, 10AM-3:30PM

Wednesday, July 29th—Friday, August 28

Eligible consumers, 60 years and older with income less than $21,775 (individual); and $29,471 (married couple) Will receive four $5 vouchers (per person) to use at local Farmer’s Markets

IN ORDER TO RECEIVE VOUCHERS, YOU

MUST BRING VALID IDENTIFICATION

Consumers unable to come to the Area Agency on Aging may send a friend or relative to the site with the required

documentation (identification to verify age and residency),

By Brittany Buzzelli, Community Liaison/APPRISE Coordinator Butler County Area Agency on Aging For Butler County Senior News

The Butler County Area Agency on Aging will con-tinue distribution of Farmers Market Nutrition

Program vouchers through August at the Area Agency on Aging’s Sunnyview office. Voucher distribution be-gins Wednesday, July 29 and will run through Friday, August 28 or as long as supplies last. Area Agency on Aging staff will be on hand to distribute the vouchers Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The voucher program benefits eligible Pennsylvanian’s ages 60 and older. The income limit for the program is $21,775 annually for a single individual and $29,471 annually for a married couple. Consumers should cal-culate income from all sources, including wages, Social Security, pension, VA benefits, interest, and withdrawals from annuities. Documentation of income is not neces-sary but you must show valid identification of age and proof of county residency.

Eligible individuals will receive four $5 vouchers to be used at local farm stands and farmers market for the purchase of goods grown in Pennsylvania. Married couples are eligible for eight $5 vouchers, a total of $40.

Seniors residing in facilities such as nursing homes, personal care homes and domiciliary care homes where meals are prepared are not eligible to receive Farmers Market vouchers.

If you are unable to travel to the Area Agency on Aging offices to receive your vouchers, you may send a friend or relative to the distribution site with the required documentation (identification to verify age and resi-dency) and a completed Proxy Form. Proxy forms are available from the Area Agency on Aging by calling (724) 282-3008, online at www.co.butler.pa.us, or by email request to aaainfo@co.butler.pa.us. Each Proxy Form must contain only one person. The Area Agency on Aging cannot accept Proxy Forms having more than one person, even if they are husband and wife. BCSN

For more information, contact the Butler County Area Agency on Aging at (724) 282-3008 or visit the Area Agency on Aging office at 111 Sunnyview Circle, Ste., 101, Butler.

State Farmers Market Nutrition Program continues distribution through August

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_ Butler Senior Center, 10 Austin Ave., (located in Tanglewood Senior Center), Lyndora, offers the following events: 500 card party at noon August 5; sit and be fit at 9:30 a.m. August 10, 17 and 24; Pokeno at noon August 12, 18 and 26; leadership meet-ing at 11:30 a.m. August 13; game day at noon August 14; back to school memories at noon August 25; bingo with Ed at 10 a.m. and Alzheimer education at noon August 28. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 285-5392.

_ Chicora Senior Center, lower level of Moose Hall, 117 West Slippery Rock St., offers the following events: low impact exercise at 10:30 a.m. and blood pressure at 11 a.m. August 4; mystery prize bingo at 10:15 a.m. August 6; $.50 per card; leadership meeting at 10:30 a.m. August 11; bingo at 10:15 a.m. and birthday celebration August 13; picnic at Chicora Park from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. August 14, cost is $5; blood pressure and health chat at 10:30 a.m. August 18; bingo at 10:15 a.m. August 20; low impact exercise at 10:30 a.m. August 25; and harvest bingo August 27, $.50 per card. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Call (724) 445-2551.

_ Cranberry Senior Center, Municipal Building, Rochester Rd., offers the following events: aging with knowledge at 11 a.m. August 6; technology education at 10:30 a.m. August 7; choosing a senior community at 11 a.m. August 13; computer/table educa-tion August 14, 21 and 28; 500 card party August 18; leadership meeting August 20; end of summer indoor picnic August 25; and home tech equiment at 11 a.m. August 27. The center is open from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 772-6086.

_ Evans City Senior Center, 426 East Main St., offers the fol-lowing events: SilverSneakers at 10:30 a.m. August 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31; adaptive kayaking at 1 p.m. August 11; leadership meeting at 1 p.m. and birthday celebration August 13; drum circle August 19; and macular degeneration at 1 p.m .August 20. The center is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday, Wednes-day and Thursday. Call (724) 538-9414.

_ Mars Senior Center, Penn Mar Plaza, Gilkey Dr., offers the following activities: Friendship Day at 1 p.m. August 3; talent show from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. August 4; melon sale at noon August 6; corn on the cob sale August 12; medical equipment at 11 a.m. August 13; breakfast from 9 to 10 a.m. August 18; beach volleyball day at 1 p.m. August 25; and leadership coun-cil meeting at 1 p.m. August 28. The center is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday Call (724) 625-4466.

_ Mount Chestnut Senior Center, Presbyterian Church, 727 Old Route 422, will offer the following events: Bible study at 10:30 a.m. and leadership council meeting at 12:30 p.m. August 3; blood pressure screening at 11:30 a.m. August 6; Wii bowling

August 10; Wendy’s fundraiser night from 4:45 to 6 p.m. August 12; birthday celebration August 13; Bible study at 10:30 a.m. August 17; book club at 10:30 a.m. August 24; and what would you do at 12:45 p.m. August 31. The center is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Call (724) 282-6006.

_ Slippery Rock Senior Center, Township Building, 155 Branchton Rd., will offer the following events: game day at 11:30 a.m. August 4; birthday celebration August 13; bus trip to Ohio at 7 a.m. August 24; leadership meeting at noon August 26; and blood pressure at 11:30 a.m. August 27. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Call (724) 794-6440.

_ Southeast Senior Center, Winfield Township Firehall, Brose Rd., offers the following upcoming events: leadership council meeting at 9:30 a.m. August 4; walking at 9 a.m. August 11; ice cream bingo at 10:30 a.m. August 18; chair volleyball at 10:15 a.m. August 20; and candy bar bingo at 10:30 a.m. August 25. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thurs-days. Call (724) 352-2036.

_ Zelienople Senior Center, 700 S. Green Lane, Zelienople, offers the following upcoming events: bring a friend to break-fast from 9 to 10:30 a.m. August 3; blood pressure screening at 10 a.m. August 12 and 26; leadership meeting at noon August 20; and National Senior Citizen’s Day August 21. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call (724) 452-5292. BCSN

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Butler County Area Agency on Aging Senior Express

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Senior Center Days and Hours

Butler Senior Center—Monday thru Friday, 9AM-3PM

Cranberry Twp Senior Center– Monday thru Friday, 8:30AM-2:30PM

Mars Senior Center—Monday thru Friday, 9:00AM-2:00PM

Chicora Senior Center—Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:30AM-2:30PM

Slippery Rock Senior Center—Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9AM-2PM

Evans City Senior Center—Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, 10AM-3PM

South East Senior Center—Tuesday, Thursday, 9:00AM-1PM

Mt. Chestnut Senior Center—Monday, Thursday, 10AM-2PM

Zelienople Senior Center—Monday thru Friday, 9AM-1PM

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Butler County Area Agency on Aging Senior Express

August 2015 • Butler County Senior News

August Menu for senior centers

For more information, call or visit our office at Sunnyview Complex

111 Sunnyview Circle, Suite 101 Butler, PA 16001

Office Hours: Monday through Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Phone: (724) 282-3008 (888) 367-2434 Website: www.co.butler.pa.us/butler

Email: aaainfo@co.butler.pa.us

The Butler County Area Agency on Aging

Serving you:

Butler County Commissioners William L. McCarrier A. Dale Pinkerton

James Eckstein

Area Agency on Aging Administrator: Beth A. Herold, RN, BSN, MBA

About the Area Agency on Aging

The Butler County Area Agency on Aging (AAoA) is a community service agency for older adults and has operated in Butler County since 1984. The Area Agency on Aging administers programs and manages services for Butler County residents who are 60 years of age or older. Agency programs and services are designed to serve approximately 38,000 older consumers who call Butler County home.

How may we help you?

• Community Services for Older Adults and their families

• Home and Community Based Services

• PDA Waiver Services

Access to Services

• Information and Referral

• Assessment

• Care Management

Monday, August 3: Roast pork, whipped potatoes, sauer-kraut, lemon fluff dessert.

Tuesday, August 4: Italian hoagie, minestrone, lime frosted pears, fruit.

Wednesday, August 5: Swedish meatballs, noodles, carrots, fruit.

Thursday, August 6: Hot turkey sandwich, whipped pota-toes, coleslaw, pineapple.

Friday, August 7: Cheese pizza, mixed greens, applesauce.

Monday, August 10: Chicken, stuffing, sweet peas and onions, peaches.

Tuesday, August 11: Pepper steak, rice, green beans, fruit.

Wednesday, August 12: Chef salad, mixed greens, pineapple, mandarin oranges.

Thursday, August 13, Birthday menu: Stuffed chicken breast, baked potato, bean and carrot medley, birthday dessert.

Friday, August 14: Spaghetti and meatballs, Italian vegetable medley, fruit.

Monday, August 17: Italian sweet sausage, oven browned potatoes, sweet peas and onions, sugar cookie.

Tuesday, August 18: Barbecue chicken breast, baked potato, vegetable blend, brownie.

Wednesday, August 19: Stuffed pepper cup, whipped po-tatoes, carrots, oatmeal cookie.

Thursday, August 20: Turkey sandwich, vegetable soup, peaches.

Friday, August 21, Senior Citizen’s Day: Taco salad, tossed salad, corn and black bean salad, pineapple tidbits.

Monday, August 23: Baked chicken breast, parsley potatoes, broccoli, vanilla ice cream.

Tuesday, August 25, Picnic menu: Cheeseburger, potato salad, bean salad, fruit.

Wednesday, August 26: Roast beef, French fries, coleslaw, fruit.

Thursday, August 27: Grilled chicken salad, mixed greens, applesauce, sherbet.

Friday, August 28: Salisbury steak, redskin potatoes, mixed bean medley, peaches.

Monday, August 31: Roast turkey, whipped potatoes, peas and carrots, tapioca pudding. BCSN

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By Jaclyn Mazza, OTS, Occupational Therapy Student Master of Occupational Therapy Program, University of Pittsburgh For Butler County Senior News

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Conditions like arthritis, fatigue, or limited mobility can make dressing tasks more difficult. Large movements like bending over to put on shoes may no longer be possible or small precise tasks like buttoning a shift may be painful. The whole routine of dressing might just be tiring.

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device, incorporating plastic hooks on the opposite end to make the device double as a versatile dressing stick. Those with reduced shoulder range of motion or shoulder pain can use the dressing stick to manipulate the sleeves of shirts and jackets. The dressing stick end can be used to pull up pant legs or to push socks and shoes off at the end of the day.

A second helpful device is the button hool, a simple device comprised of a specially molded wire attached to a comfort-able handle. It is a convenient handheld tool designed to make buttoning both shirts and pants easier for people with joint pain or limited finger dexterity. The wire end is slipped through the buttonhole and the enclosed hook end of the wire catches the button. When the hook is pulled back through the buttonhole, the button is secured. With a little practice, the button hool can even be used one-handed.

There are a variety of button hool models out there with different sized and shaped handles to meet different needs. Large handles are available for people with limited grip strength or finger flexion, and weighted handles are available for those with hand tremors. Some button hools come with an additional open ended hook that can be used to hook and pull zippers, as well.

Both of these items can be acquired at drug stores, online or from medical supply companies and they are both relatively inexpensive. The long-handled shoehorn and button hool are

just two examples of dressing aids available, but there are many more varieties that serve a variety of purposes.

If you or a loved one faces challenges dressing or undressing, consider asking your doctor for an occupational therapy re-ferral. An occupational therapist can evaluate your individual needs to find the appropriate assistive device and help you incorporate it into your daily routine. BCSN

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