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    Volume 10, Number 6Volume 10, Number 6November - December 2012November - December 2012

    Danceinto the

    Holidays!Veterans Day CelebrationChristmas TeaMemories from the

    22nd

    Annual Senior PicnicSpirit Nights: Sweet Frog & Chick-Fil-A

    View This Section

    Online At

    www.berkeleyseniorservices.org

    Please designate your CFC

    and United Way donations toBerkeley Senior Services#98181

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    Page 2 Buyers Guide Senior Spirit Wednesday, November 7, 2012

    415 Wilson Street Martinsburg, WV 25401(304) 267-9983 Fax (304) 263-7106Display Ads: [email protected]

    Published by

    Senior Spirit available online!

    www.yourbg.com click on Senior Spiritand find it also at

    www.berkeleyseniorservices.org

    Ted and Lillie Largent enjoy a dance at the Senior Picnic.On the cover:

    3 From the Director

    4 Silver-Haired Legislature

    5 Activities & Wellness

    6 Adult Day Services

    7 Blasted Belly Fat

    8 Family Caregiver Support Opportunity

    9 November Events & Thanksgiving Party

    10 December Events & Christmas Tea

    11 Birthday Royalty

    12-13 22nd Annual Picnic

    14 Mystery Dinner Theatre

    15 Thank Yous & Randy Smith Donates

    16 Christmas and New Years Parties

    17-18 November & December Menus19 Senior Support Services & Transportation

    20 Advanced Directives & In-Home Care

    21 Day of Caring

    22 Volunteers For August/September

    23 Computer Lab

    24 AARP Driver Safety

    ADULT DAY SERVICES

    IN-HOME CARE

    SENIOR SUPPORT SERVICES

    NUTRITION PROGRAM

    TRANSPORTATION

    RECREATIONAL AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

    MISSION STATEMENT

    Our mission at Berkeley Senior Services is to offer a network of

    programs and services to enable Seniors to remain independent,

    participating members of our community.

    Berkeley Senior Services is funded by the WV Bureau of Senior

    Services, Upper Potomac Area Agency on Aging, Berkeley County

    Commission, The City of Martinsburg, United Way of the Eastern

    Panhandle (CFC # 98181), and by private donations. The Senior

    Center will provide services to persons 60 years of age or older,

    irrespective of sex, race, creed, color, national origin, political affiliation,belief, or handicap. Persons under age 60 are welcome guests to our

    programs and services and certain restrictions and fees may apply.

    2012 BOARD MEETING SCHEDULEFourth Wednesday of Every Other Other Month at 3:00

    Meetings are open to the public

    Linda Holtzapple, Executive Director

    The Next Issue of Senior Spirit (January-February)will be out to the public on January 16, 2013.

    BSS Volunteers and Staff - Purple Picnic People

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    Wednesday, November 7, 2012 Buyers Guide Senior Spirit Page 3

    Healthy MealsPersonal & Longterm Care

    Silver Age

    ServicesWe Are Just Like HomeWe Are Just Like Home

    304-267-17171000 N. High St. Martinsburg, WV

    Welcome to the November/DecemberSenior Spirit, the official newsletter ofBerkeley Senior Services. This is ourfinal newsletter for 2012! It has been agreat year for Berkeley Senior Services.

    Our board members, volunteers, and

    staff are all dedicated to our missionkeeping seniors and disabled citizensliving in their own homes where they cancontinue to be contributing members ofour community. This can beaccomplished only through the supportthat we have received throughout thecommunity. Those of you, who may havethe opportunity to talk with our legislators,county council members, city council

    members, business and communityleaders, please thank them forsupporting Berkeley Senior Services.

    Jen Stanley did an outstanding job as ourboard president during the past twoyears. She will be missed. We welcomeBill Cornett as our new board presidentfor the upcoming year.

    Best wishes for the Holiday Season.

    Linda Holtzapple, Executive Director

    A time to honor our community veterans for theirinvaluable service to our country

    Program: Refreshments and Social Time Speaker and Video Presentation By Navy

    Veteran Su Carroll, Sharing Special Memories and Testimonials

    Lunch at Noon - Menu: BBQ Pork on Wheat Bun, Coleslaw with Carrots, Sweet PotatoFries, Apple Crisp and Vanilla Ice Cream and Milk

    Seniors 60 and older Suggested Donation (based on income)

    Guests under 60 - $5.00

    Please call to sign up by Thursday, 11-8-12, or come in to the Senior Center lobby.

    Call 304-263-8873, Ex. 116

    This was the 27th year the National VeteransGolden Age Games were held. It is theculmination of a years preparation using theVAs recreational rehabilitative therapy. TheVeterans Affairs has the largest of thisprogram for veterans the nation over. Itbegan with a few veterans in the West, andnow, over 700 veterans gather to competeagainst each other and to renew oldacquaintances.

    A veterans Affairs Medical Centerusually hosts the Games; sometimes, a fewfacilities will combine their efforts to host theGames. Each veteran who attends must payhis or her own way there, and the hosting VAprovides meals and entertainment for them.This year, the Games were held in St. Louis,MO...often called the Gateway to the West.

    From the Berkeley Senior Center, Su

    Carroll, a 20-year Navy veteran, went tocompete in Dominos and Swimming. Thiswas her 12th year to compete in the Games.She was able to take her very own cheering

    section with her in the person of Sy Blye.Each of them had to come up with the meansto attend, raising funds and saving monies.

    There were many venues to competein...air rifle, golf, 9-ball, bowling, and much

    more. All venues were divided into groups byage: 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, and 85 and up. Dont be too surprised toknow some of the more senior veterans canoutdo some of the younger ones. Somecompetitions are also divided between thegenders. There are competitions for thoseambulatory, those who are wheelchair bound,and those with visual impairments. All are toencourage the veterans to enhance theirphysical capabilities as much as possible,challenging them to keep as physically activeand fit, and for as long as possible.

    In 2004, those who won medals at theGames were automatically eligible tocompete in the National Senior Olympics,and several veterans did compete in the 2005Senior Olympics. Su Carroll was among thefirst group of veterans who were notrepresenting their respective states, butrather, veterans from all over the country.

    Even though the Games are pretty

    well established, there are also neweractivities for the veterans to compete in.When the Games were held in Hawaii acouple of years ago, many veterans learnedhow to propel an outrigger. This year, the

    javelin throw was added to the competitions.A new game, Bullet Ball, was introduced tothe veterans as an extracurricular activity. Itis a game two can play either sitting down orstanding. It is where the players bat a ballacross the table towards each other, and is

    perfect for those who are working on eye-hand coordination.

    Veterans Golden Age Games 2012

    Sy and Su play Bullet Ball.

    ...continued on page 4

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    Page 4 Buyers Guide Senior Spirit Wednesday, November 7, 2012

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    The veterans feel the best thing about

    the Games is the possibility that they might

    run into old comrades, something that seems

    to happen at least once during each of the

    Games. As the Games grow, so do the

    reconnections. As the Games continue to

    grow, the number of veterans competing also

    grows. The capabilities of the veterans has

    also increased. When Carroll first attended in

    2001, she was only one of nine women

    veterans. This year, there were some 75

    women veterans there.

    Aside from their own competitions,

    they were able to watch other teammates at

    their competitions. There were also outside

    trips that many of the competitors were able

    to enjoy. Best of the extra activities was the

    Bingo Game. All prizes were donated, and

    some of them were really great, including a

    brand new computer with all the bells and

    whistles. If the prize was too big for the

    veteran to take on the airplane home, the VA

    would ship it home for them.

    All in all, the Games were the rousing

    success they are every year. Su Carroll

    returned home with a gold medal for the 50-

    yard swim, and a silver medal for the 25-yard

    swim. She bombed in Dominos! Next year,

    she hopes to do better when the Games will

    be held in Buffalo, NY.

    The Silver Haired

    Legislature, a group ofrepresentatives, all age60 or older, and electedby their peers, lobbiesthe Legislature on issuesimportant to the statessenior citizens.Sponsored by the stateBureau of SeniorServices, it brings

    together senior citizens interested in WestVirginia politics and policies. The Silver-Haired

    Legislators will convene October 31st throughNovember 2nd 2012, at the Capitol. Allmembers have a goal in common: to positionLegislation concerning seniors in the spotlightof state lawmakers.

    While some may view the group assimply a mock legislature, lawmakers regardthem as a valuable resource. The group comestogether to discuss, debate and report on issues

    that relate to senior citizens. Past stateLegislatures have actually taken action on thereports and recommendations of the Silver-Haired Legislature.

    The topic for the Health and HumanResources Committee focused on the problemsin Nursing Homes: Mandatory drug testing andbackground checks for the staff, and havingonly qualified LPNs and RNs administermedications. Also, tighter security for anyone

    entering a nursing home and have proper ID;i.e. name tag or badge, change the wordingregarding staffing to increase the requirednumber of staff, and to have impromptuinspections and reports.

    Agriculture Committee focused uponincreasing the Food Voucher Bill, support forCoal Resolution, and natural gas drilled andsupplied in West Virginia.

    The Committee on Judiciary is pending

    Submitted by Annie Otto,

    WV Silver-Haired Legislator

    The Kohlhepp Agency

    (304)725-710059 Ruland Road Suite 1

    Kearneysville, WV

    [email protected]

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    Wednesday, November 7, 2012 Buyers Guide Senior Spirit Page 5

    - Monuments- Markers- Bronze- Engraving

    Quality Craftmanship

    Locally Owned & Operated

    HAMMAKER MEMORIALS

    304-263-3677839 E. Moler Ave., Martinsburg, WV

    Double Monument$950.00Single Monument$650.00

    Flat Marker $200.00

    ACTIVITIES

    & WELLNESSRhonda Singer,Activities Director; Ext. 117

    Dianne Waldron,Activities Assistant; Ext. 106

    Its time to celebrate the holidays!We hope you will come join us at theSenior Center for our Thanksgiving,

    Christmas and New Years parties! Ofcourse, dont forget to get your tickets forthe Annual Christmas Tea ($15), held onSaturday, December 1st, at the SeniorCenter, and kick off the Holidays with thisfestive event!

    Please read the events calendarscarefully, found on Pages 9 and 10, andcome on in and join us. Bring a friend!

    Be sure to check the menus too, foundon Pages 17 and 18. Come in for adelicious meal and fun and fellowship.

    Call 304-263-8873, Ex. 116, before9:30 am on a given day, or come in andsign up at the lobby desk!

    MAINTAIN, DONT GAINCHALLENGE

    Weigh Ins Week of November 12, 2012Weigh Outs Week of January 7, 2013Want help maintaining your weight

    over the holidays? Studies have shownweighing in before the holidays andweighing out after is motivation enoughto avoid the usual holiday weight gain.As part of Maintain, Dont Gain, we willalso give you helpful tips to stay healthyover the holidays.

    Included with Maintain Dont Gain:

    - Registration packet full of helpful tips- Bi-weekly Newsletters- Convenient weigh in and weigh out

    sites in the community

    - Passes to participating fitness centers- Celebration & Prize drawing

    All those who weigh in and weigh out willbe entered in the prize drawing at the

    Celebration. For those that maintain theirweight (within 2 pounds), you will receive

    two entries in the prize drawing at theCelebration!

    Tuesday, January 15, 20136:00-7:30 pm

    Berkeley Senior Center217 N. High Street, Martinsburg, WV

    Snow date is January 17

    Berkeley Senior Center will beparticipating, and will offer a weigh

    in and out site.

    Weigh IN times at BSS are:Wed 11/14--1:30-3:30 pm

    Thur 11/15--8:30-9:45 amFri. 11/16--8:30-9:45 am

    Call: 304-263-8873 Ext. 117for More Information

    Weigh OUT times at Berkeley SeniorCenter are:

    Wed. 1/9/13--1:30-3:30 pmThur. 1/10/13--8:30-9:45 amFri. 1/11/13--8:30-9:45 am

    Other participating locations are:

    WVU Extension Office400 W. Stephen St., Martinsburg

    Weigh In and Out Times:Monday-Friday; 8 am - 4pm

    304-264-1936

    The Wellness Center & City Hospital2000 Foundation Way, Martinsburg

    Weigh In and Out Times:Thurs. 1-8 pm and Sun. 11 am-5 pm

    304-264-1232

    Anytime Fitness

    776 Foxcroft Avenue, MartinsburgWeigh In and Out Times:

    Monday-Thursday, 9 am-7 pmFriday, 9am-4pm & Sat. 10am-1pm

    304-262-0555

    Golds Gym1300 N. Queen Street, Martinsburg

    Weigh In and Out Times:Monday, 4am through Friday, 10 pm

    Saturday and Sunday, 7am-8pm304-264-4653

    Martinsburg Mall800 Foxcroft Avenue, Martinsburg

    304-264-1420

    Weight WatchersClifton Square, Rock Cliff Drive,

    MartinsburgWeigh In and Out Times:

    Mon. 6 pm, Tues, 9am or 5pm, Wed 8am, 12:30pm or 5pm; Thurs. 5pm; Fri.

    9am; Sat. 8:30 am or 10:30 am;Meetings open to all

    1-800-788-3993

    Jay Dees Fitness Center2332 Henshaw Road, Inwood

    Weigh In and Out Times:Monday - Thursday, 4-8pm

    304-260-4380, ext 2368

    Plan to take part in this health promotion.Mark your calendar with the appropriatedates! You Must Weigh In and Out at

    the Same Location!

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    ADULT DAY SERVICES304-263-8873, Ext. 114

    Celebrating 17 Years!Supporting Families in Adult Caregiving

    [email protected]

    Program Manager: Kathy McIntyre, BSW, LSW (15+) Ext. 114Activities Coordinator: Katherine Donovan(5+) Ext. 118Activities Assistants: Dale Bradfield (10+), Jackie Galbraith(New!), Deana Keplinger (5+), Sarah Melchek, Shelley Lynn(5+), Lily Pryle, Jessica Seibert, Gloria Simmons, andKathleen Teter.

    Adult Day Services provides family caregivers with respite (a

    break from the constancy of care, attention to rest, take care oferrands, or do what they need to refuel their physical andemotional energies).

    While they do so, their assisted adult loved one receives safe,supervised assistance with activities they enjoy, as well aspersonal care if needed. They can join the congregate program atthe Senior Center or we can come to them at home.

    Family caregivers also are provided with free information andreferral services, care counseling and support groups, and

    educational trainings.A caregiver resource library of books, videos, and computer

    access is provided, as well as a modest lending closet of durablesupplies.

    Our trained and experienced team of staff and volunteers arededicated to providing care and assistance as they would their

    own family member, many of whom have been or are familycaregivers themselves.

    Theres a little known ritual we have during our monthly staff

    meeting. On occasion, when a person we have cared for passesaway, we light a candle during the meeting and share ourmemories of that participant as a way of putting closure to ourexperience and to honor the one for whom we cared (bothphysically and emotionally).

    If you are a family caregiver who needs a bit of a break in

    caregiving each month or each week, or if you would like yourassisted loved one to benefit from meaningful activities andsocialization, give us a call or stop by for more information.

    November is National Alzheimers Disease Awareness Monthand National Family Caregiver Month. We are also entering avery busy time of the year, adding additional stress to busy familycaregivers.

    Music is being given a lot of attention recently as beneficial tomany folks, including those with advanced dementia. In fact, forsome folks, they have experienced an awakening whenreintroduced to familiar music of the past. Hospices are now

    hiring Music Therapists to aid in comfort and quality of care.

    I came across a flyer that did not indicate the source but I

    believe it was generated by Hospice of the Panhandle. Indiscussing Music Therapy, the document stated that the basicgoals were to decrease anxiety, decrease agitation, reduceperception of pain, compliment pain interventions, reduce

    shortness of breath, decrease nausea and vomiting, decreaseisolation and loneliness, address spiritual needs, addressdepression, and increase quality of life.

    I believe music can be beneficial for the family caregiver aswell for many of the same reasons. Incorporating music inactivities, daily chores, and during a break from tasks can makefor a more pleasant experience and day. With the holidaysapproaching, consider how you can incorporate appropriate

    musical opportunities in your life and in the life of others. Whenconsidering gift giving, think about favorite relaxing or motivatingmusic the receiver may enjoy, be it an assisted adult, a personwith dementia such as Alzheimers, or a family caregiver.

    For more information about Alzheimers, check outwww.alz.org. For a glimpse of the benefit of music in unlockingmetal doors, go to http://www.npr.org/2012/04/18/150891711/for-elders-with-dementia-music-sparks-great-awakenings. For more

    information about activity ideas for folks with dementia andsupport for family caregivers, call 304-263-8873, Ext. 114 or [email protected].

    Making Memories at the Western Round Up.

    Square Dancing Fun

    Bl t d B ll F t!

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    Blasted Belly Fat! Belly fat has been linked with a higher risk of heartdisease, diabetes, cancer and, not surprisingly, this week,dementia. A study from Boston University School ofMedicine examining the medical records of 733 people founda connection between having excess visceral fat in middleage and dementia in later life.

    Visceral fat is the type fat found deep inside theabdomen surrounding vital internal organs. It is active ratherthan passive, as was once believed. Visceral fat pumps outpro-inflammatory cytokines which lead to chronicinflammation and elevated insulin levels. Excess visceral fatis associated with pancreatic, colon, breast, and endometrialcancer.

    Men usually start out with more visceral fat than women.

    But as women age and reach menopause excess fat tendsto be deposited viscerally rather than subcutaneously, or justunder the skin. The American Institute for Cancer Research(AICR) warns that a waist measure of 31.5 (80 cm.) orhigher for women and 37 (94 cm.) or higher for men isindicative of increased risk.

    Aerobic exercise and simply eating less seem to be thebest way to get rid of belly fat. The aerobic exercise doesnthave to be extreme. Walking on a daily basis is the easiest

    way to effectively reduce belly fat.It has long been known that calorie restriction in test

    animals is one of the most effective dietary interventions tolower their cancer risk. Researchers are currently studyinghow calorie restriction in humans works relative to tumorsuppression.

    The number one way to reduce calorie intake is to put

    more plants on your plate. Vegetables and fruits added to thediet tend to crowd out higher calorie food choices. There isonly so much room on the plate after all!

    In addition, eating colorful vegetables and fruits has anextra bonus. The bright colors in plants contain protectivesubstances called phytonutrients that are in themselveshealth promoting.

    This article taken from the West Virginia Bureau ofSenior Services, Food and Fitness.

    ADS celebrates Western Roundup

    during National Adult Day Services Week

    FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT

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    FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORTOPPORTUNITIES

    For more information regarding any of thefollowing listings, call Kathy McIntyre at304-263-8873, Ext. 114.

    Brain Fitness Club

    This monthly first Monday 10:00am-11:30am educational group is attended byfolks concerned about their memory health,may have confirmed early memory loss, orwish to attend with a family member withearly memory loss.

    For more information contact ShariScolaro at [email protected] or call304-754-4230.

    TBI Support Group

    Providing information and support to braininjury survivors of all ages and/or theirloved ones, this group meets the secondTuesday of every month at the BerkeleySenior Center, 6:30pm-8:30pm.

    Meetings include an informative speakeror encouraging activity. Time is providedfor supportive interaction among attendees.

    For more information:

    * call Lindsey Sipes at (717) 860-3404,

    * e-mail [email protected],

    * and/or check our web site:http://panhandletbisupportgroup.webs.com

    First Friday LunchOut

    Treat yourself to a midday break in a light-hearted atmosphere to talk abouteveryday topics as a way of breaking theconstant focus on caregiving.

    Family caregivers are also supported inthe sharing of challenges and solutionideas of current caregiving situations.

    You are welcome to attend any LunchOutgathering. Contact Kathy ahead to reserveadequate seating.

    Alzheimers & Related DementiasSupport Group

    This new monthly group, meeting thesecond Friday of each month 11:30-1:00, isopen to anyone affected by Alzheimers ora related dementia and their familymembers. On-site adult respite care is

    available and lunch with advance notice.We encourage employers to support theiremployees who care for an adult familymember with dementia, by allowing them alunch break opportunity to attend thesehelpful and beneficial meetings.

    The next several meetings will include ahalf hour educational video:

    November 9 Fire Safety

    December 14 Elder Abuse and Neglect

    January 11 Personal Care

    February 8 Caregiver Wellness

    THE PERSON COMES FIRST:A PRACTICAL APPROACH TO

    ALZHEIMERS CARE:A training for anyone responsible for the care ofindividuals with Alzheimers or Related Dementia

    Topics to be covered

    Defining Dementia & Alzheimers Disease

    Effectively Communicating

    Understanding & Responding to Behaviors

    Working with Families

    Making Activities Meaningful

    Winter Training Date TBA- Interested personsshould call Kathy McIntyre to get name on call list at304-263-8873 Ext. 114. State your interest in one-day, half-day, weekend, or evening training. Shewill notify you once the winter class date & time isscheduled.

    $40 Course Tuition - FREE to familycaregivers.

    NOTE: This course includes a take-home manual

    for the cost of $7.00 to be paid to the instructor theday of class. Students who attend the entire coursewill receive a certificate of completion.

    EFFECTIVE MENTAL HEALTHTOOLS IN AGING CARE

    Educational Conference for

    Family Caregivers and Professionals*

    Wed., Dec. 12, 2012 8:00am-4:00pm

    Berkeley Senior Center

    217 N. High St.

    Martinsburg, WV 25404

    INTRODUCTION TO AND CLINICALUSE OF NEUROLOGICAL FEEDBACK

    Dr. Mary Lee Etsy, Keynote Speaker

    Brain Wellness and Biofeedback

    Center of Washington, LLC

    POSITIVE BEHAVIOR SUPPORT

    Anastasia Heasley,

    WV Center for Excellence in Disabilities

    HEALTHY COPING & SELF-CARE

    TECHNIQUES FOR CAREGIVER

    -Will Perks, Journey Associates, LLC

    TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR A

    STRONG-WILLED ADULT WITHDEMENTIA

    Amy Ernst, Alzheimers Assn., WV Chapter*CEUs are being applied for nursing and social work.

    Adult care available for attending caregivers withadvance notice. For more info or to register, contact

    Kathy McIntyre at 304-263-8873, Ext. 114.

    Western Round Upwith Tim Severanceentertaining as the

    Chick-Fil-A cow.

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    THANKSGIVING CELEBRATIONat THE BERKELEY SENIOR CENTER217 N. High Street, Martinsburg, WV

    ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH, 2012 10:30 AM

    Refreshments, Sharing our Blessings at Thanksgivingand Special Music

    Thanksgiving Meal at Noon: Roast Turkey, Stuffing, MashedPotatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Roll, Cranberry Sauce,Pumpkin Pie and Milk

    Join us for 2 Spirit nights inthe Month of November!

    November 7th from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

    Come and enjoy a frozen yogurt and BSS will receive aportion of your bill!

    November 14th from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

    Be sure to stop by the Senior Center to pick up your flyer.Present it the night of the Spirit night, and BSS will receive a

    portion of your bill!

    Call 304-263-8873 to sign up for lunch by12:00 Noon on 11-19-12 or sign up at the

    Senior Center Lobby Desk

    Suggested Donation for Seniors 60+

    Guests Under 60: $5.00COME GIVE THANKS!

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    9th Annual Christmas TeaTo Benefit Berkeley Senior Services

    Saturday, December 1st, 20121:30 to 3:30 p.m.

    Berkeley Senior Center217 North High St., Martinsburg, WV

    Delicious Food & Tea - Provided & Served bySt. Marys Guild of Trinity Episcopal Church

    Please bring your favorite Teacup!Silent Auction

    Pianist Joanne Young will provide Holiday Entertainment

    Tickets are $15.00 and availableat Berkeley Senior Services

    217 North High StreetMartinsburg, WV 25404

    304-263-8873www.berkeleyseniorservices.org Christmas Tea

    ATTENTION SENIORS!

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    BIRTHDAY ROYALTYfor the months of September & October

    SeptemberKing & QueenViola Johnson

    andRoss McDonald

    OctoberKing & QueenVernon Gilmer

    and Dianne Kilby

    Wednesday, November 7, 2012 Buyers Guide Senior Spirit Page 11

    St. Patricks Day Fun!

    Martinsburg Ranson Inwood

    Limit 4

    $100 OFF

    BLIZZARD

    Expires: 12/15/12

    Any Size

    1016 N Queen St. Martinsburg, WV (Behind Dairy Queen)

    SAVEOVER$200YOU PAY ONLY

    $4.99Bronze Wash $6.99, Silver Wash $9.99, Gold Wash $12.99

    Big CheeseburgerSPECIAL MONEY SAVING VALUESSPECIAL MONEY SAVING VALUES

    Martinsburg Ranson InwoodLimit 4

    With This Coupon. Not ValidWith Any Other Coupon.With This Coupon. Not Valid With Any Other Coupon.

    NO ADDITIONAL WEDNESDAY DISCOUNT. 10 Point Oil Change & Filter

    Up To 5 Quarts Of OilWith This Coupon.Not Valid With Any Other Coupon.

    1016 N Queen St.

    Martinsburg, WV(Behind Dairy Queen)And

    Winchester Ave.

    FREE Car Wash&FREE DQ Treat

    with Oil ChangeExpires: 12/15/12

    Expires: 12/15/12

    Expires: 12/15/12

    $

    1

    00

    OFF

    Pinochle Players Celebrate the King,Ross McDonalds Birthday

    ATTENTION SENIORS!

    DECEMBER BIRTHDAY BASH

    DATE CHANGED TO 2ND

    FRIDAY OF DECEMBER

    12-14-12 AT 10:00AM!

    Hats off to the BSS 22nd Annual Picnic and its Sponsor,

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    Hats off to the BSS 22nd Annual Picnic and its Sponsor,Susquehanna Bank!

    Sherry and Robert Juarez

    at the Senior Picnic!June Testa Boogies down with

    Jr ROTC Students

    No Generation Gap here!Marlene and Jr. ROTC student

    A Century of Marriage - Way to Go Seniors!Sandi Roberts, a smile that

    lights the room!

    Jackie is floating on air! The Life of the Picnic Party-DJ Monte Conner!

    Its Electric! - Groovin to the Music!

    A moment in time!

    One of our fabulous

    Senior Kickers, Diane Adams

    Jan Dawdy and Jr ROTC student,

    dont miss a beat!

    Alicia Ziler fromSusquehannaBank, sings

    Patriotic Songsthat touched

    everyones heart!

    Darlene andDianne will doalmost anythingto sell a raffleticket at the

    Senior Picnic!

    All Together Now!

    Linda Holtzapple, Executive Director

    MYSTERY DINNER THEATRE

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    F U N E R A L H O M E

    & C E M E T E R Y

    917 Cemetery Rd., Martinsburg, WV 25404(304) 263-4922

    Joseph Spewock, Licensee-in-charge, General Manager

    Website: www.rosedalefuneral.com

    DONT WAIT UNTIL ITS TOO LATE!

    O Detailed information about many of thedecisions and expenses involved includingservices, burial and memorialization

    O Opportunity to make and record thosedecisions with someone you can trust

    O Ensure your final wishes will be recognized

    Come in and visit or call one of ourFriendly and Professional staff. We

    would like to present to youa Complimentary Dignity

    Memorial Personal PlanningGuide that contains:Water, Sewer and Trash Pickup

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    Large yard space

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    Basketball Court Picnic tables

    Grills Central Air Conditioning

    All units include patio/balcony

    Full size washers and dryers

    Units with Fireplaces andCathedral Ceilings Available

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    Thank you to the students from the National HonorSociety and Leadership class at Musselman High

    School, and Martinsburg High Key Club forvolunteering at our Mystery Dinner Theatre!

    A special thanks to our cast of the Mystery DinnerTheatre! Pictured left to right: John Overington,Lynne Seibert-Steptoe, Nic Diehl, Melodi Shull,Christina Johnson, Kris Biauce, Ed Wilson, KellyTanksley, Vicki Rohrer, Pastor Eddie Edmonds, Jen

    Stanley, and Hans Fogle.

    MYSTERY DINNER THEATRE

    Thank You for Your Support! Activities Department Wish List Christmas is Celebrated Early atBSS Th k t R d S ith

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    Larry Redman, Barbara Madigan,Corinne Wightman, Ruby Tuesday,Bonnie Parks, Wendlings FoodService, Lois Duell, Dorothy E. Leavitt,Larry Bennet, Susquehanna Bank

    Potters Bowl Donations: Michelle Rodia,Matthew Grove & Lisa Dallolio, JoAnnButler of South Berkeley Pharmacy, CNBBank, Inc., Womans Club of Martinsburg,Snyder Bailey and Associates, MartinsburgOptical Inc.

    Contributions in Memory & Honor ofFamily Members & Friends:

    In Memory of Leroy C. McIntyre: VictorUnnone & Daniel & Mary McClain andFamily, Kathy M. Santa Barbara,Cynthia Russell, Mary Jo Saladini,Dorothy Fleshman

    In Memory of Beatrice: R. Schafferman& A. Schafferman

    Berkeley Senior Services expresses ourheartfelt condolences to the family and

    friends of Margaret F. Spacek. Shepassed away on September 28, 2012.Margaret gave many hours of joyfulvolunteering to BSS over the years,especially in our Adult Day ServicesDepartment. We will miss her.

    DONATIONS OF ITEMS AND SERVICES:

    Joanne Huntsberry, Denise Lilly, Kay

    Hinkle, Diane Steece, Sue Hollis, IreneNicosia, Barb Meller, Maxine Taylor,Melodi Shull, Pat Jacobs, CarlaKitchens of Kitchens Farm Market,Briarwood Dental Center, GeorgeOliver, Garry Harper, Donna Barbour,Lyn Clark, Elva Graham, Leslie Palmer,Claude & Alicia Coburn, Ruth James ofBeta Sigma Phi , Randy Smith, KendraUnnone, Nancy Kief, Bonnie Shawyer,Dave & Cathy Staubs, Nancy Burke,Buffalo Wild Wings, Chick-fil-A, BobEvans,Hosss Steak House, KitchensFarm Market, LaTrattoria, Martins,Clarence Nissley, Outback Steakhouse,Peking, Pizza Hut, Popeyes, RubyTuesday, Ryans, Shoneys, SissysFamily Restaurant, Sweet Frog, TropicalSmoothie, Weis Market.

    ADULT DAY SERVICES:Anonymous Butlers Farm Market

    Randy Smith Kendra Unnone

    * Hardback and paperback books * DVDs

    * Books on Tape

    * Birthday, Sympathy & Get Well Cards

    * Cosmetic items for Men & WomensBirthday Gifts

    Please - No magazines or VHS tapes

    Call 263-8873 for more details on any items.

    Call 263-8873 for more details

    on any items.Adult Day Services Wish List

    *Easy handy-work projects for men *birdseeds *bird suet supplies (peanut butter,shortening, flour) *hand sanitizer *facialtissues *moist towelette wipes *Craft foam

    *Craft paint *Tacky Glue *laundry detergent*Snacks including low sodium/sugar (Kool-Aid, instant pudding, cookies, creamypeanut butter, jellies & jams, crackers,cheese, yogurt, fresh fruit, chocolate syrup,unsweetened drink mixes, hot chocolatemix, and non-herbal tea bags). Food itemsmust be in unopened, unexpired storepackaging. All items are tax deductible andcredit will be noted in Senior Spirit.

    Nutrition ProgramWe are grateful to the businesses andindividuals who support our NutritionProgram.Thanks to Petruccis for ice

    donations on a regular basis and MartinsFood Store for weekly breads and sweets.

    Randy Smith with donations

    BSS Thanks to Randy SmithIt may not be December yet, but

    Berkeley Senior Services is celebratingChristmas a little early this year thanks to thegenerosity of Randy Smith. New rockingchairs for the porch of the Senior Center, aflat screen television, furniture and a newfreezer for the kitchen were of the fewpurchases the former Sheriff recently

    donated.Randys endless giving to local

    organizations has been above and beyondanything this community has everexperienced. Because of his dedication andloyalty to Berkeley County, when he won theWV lottery in 2010, the entire county won!

    We are overwhelmed by hiskindness! Not only with material things thathe has given, but his willingness to visit theCenter and to learn more about the programs

    that are offered to keep our seniors activewithin the community, commented LindaHoltzapple, Executive Director of BerkeleySenior Services. Randy visited the Center inSeptember after he was asked to serve asthe Honorary Chairman of the Potters Bowl,the most popular fundraiser for BSS.

    Bethany VanGorden, NutritionSupervisor, commented, No words canexpress my appreciation for Randysgenerous contributions towards making theBSS kitchen fully equipped to better serveour seniors! It helps make my job so mucheasier too!

    For more information on how you cansupport BSS, please contact Amy Orndoff [email protected] or 304-263-8873 ext. 130.

    YOU ARE INVITED TO COME

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    YOU ARE INVITED TO COME

    CELEBRATE A CHRISTMAS PARTYat THE BERKELEY SENIOR CENTER

    217 N. High Street, Martinsburg, WV

    ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 21st 2012 @ 10:00 AM

    Live Music with Country Melodies

    Refreshments Prizes Dancing

    Visit from Santa

    Christmas Dinner at Noon: Pot Roast Dinner, RedSkin Potatoes, Carrots/Celery/Onion, Roll,

    Chocolate Cream Pie, Milk

    Call 263-8873 to sign up for lunch by 12:00 Noon12-20-12 or sign up

    at the Senior Center Lobby Desk

    Suggested Donation for Seniors 60 and Older

    Guests Under 60: $5.00

    HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!

    A Happy New Year Party!FRIDAY, DECEMBER 28th 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

    Come join us and celebrate the end of 2012

    SPECIAL TOAST TO 2013 AT 12:00 NOON!

    Refreshments Singing & Dancing

    Entertainment with D & M DJ Service

    Sign up for Lunch at the Senior Center Lobby Desk

    or Call 304-263-8873

    MENU: Chicken Alfredo over Pasta, Tossed Salad, GarlicToast, Peach Crisp

    WISHING YOU AND YOURS A HEALTHY, HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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    Wednesday, November 7, 2012 Buyers Guide Senior Spirit Page 17

    Ingredients:1 lb. Hamburger

    1 chopped onion

    1 package Taco Seasoning

    1 (8 oz.) can of Black Beans(drained)

    1 cup Shredded Cheddar

    1 Box Cornbread Mix

    Sautee Hamburger and onion. Drain.In 9x9 Casserole Dish, spreadhamburger. Add can of drained BlackBeans, Sprinkle with shreddedcheddar.

    Mix cornbread (as directed on box)and spread over casserole. Bake at350 for 35-40 minutes. Serves 4-6.

    Serve with tossed salad and fruit.

    TACO PIE

    ***Taco Pie will be served on Friday November 30th andWednesday December 26th at the Senior Center

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    Nutrition Program(304-263-8873) Ext. 113 or 126

    Join us for a nutritious meal everyMonday through Friday at theSenior Center. Meals are servedfrom 12:00-12:30 in our beautifuldining room. See our menus on-line, in our Senior Spirit, or come in

    to the Senior Center and pick up acurrent copy.

    Check our menus and signup before 9:30 am on a given dayor call 304-263-8873 to get yourname added to our list. Also, besure to sign up for our specialoccasion lunches, such as theBirthday Bash, the third Friday of

    each month!Meals are delivered to:

    * Senior Towers

    * North Site

    (2nd Tuesday of the month)

    * Ambrose Towers

    * Stonewall Haven

    * Homebound Seniors

    We count on your generousdonations to continue to provide thelunch program for you!

    Potomac Village Residents

    visit the Senior Center

    Senior Support Servicesfor Living Wills, MedicalPower of Attorney, and more.Donations are appreciated so

    Beverly Gerlach are ableto assist you with MedicarePart D obtain assistance in

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    TRANSPORTATION304-263-8873 Ext. 100

    With cold weather approaching, please listen to the radio forclosing information.

    There will not be any Transportation on Thursday, November 22and Friday, November 23, 2012.

    Do you need medical transportation (to doctors, hospital, dialysis

    or dentist)? Do you want to come to the Senior Center for lunch?

    We offer transportation to and from the Senior Center and Medicaltransportation.

    If you are on Medicaid and need transportation, you will need tocontact Beverly at Berkeley Senior Services at 304-263-8873 ext104 for pre-approval to ride the Berkeley Senior Services vans.

    REMINDER: For Special Activities at the Center, if you would like

    to come in, give us a call and we will do our best to schedule youto come.

    Melodi Shull, Ext.100

    Transportation Assistant / ReceptionistBeverly Gerlach, Ext. 104Transportation Supervisor

    Wednesday, November 7, 2012 Buyers Guide Senior Spirit Page 19

    Senior Support Services

    ONE DAY ONLY!!!

    November 19th- 9am-3pmWALK INS

    Medicare Part D- PrescriptionDrug Plan assistance- OpenEnrollment - People will beseen on a first come first servebasis.

    Medicare recipients - now is

    the time to sign up for a plan ifyou are new to Medicare, havenever signed up, want tochange your plan or just havea review of the plans. It is agood idea to have a review ofplans each year.

    You will need to bring yourMedicare Card, WV DHHR

    Medical Card, and other healthinsurance Cards, any lettersyou may have received statingyou get extra help with thePart D Prescription DrugPlans.

    ENSURE PROGRAM

    We order Ensure on the 1stand 3rd Wednesday of everymonth for seniors 60 years orolder. (Suggested minimumcontribution per case).Contact Kelli Richard, Mondaythrough Wednesday Ext. 131.

    HOLIDAY GIFTS ANDBASKETS

    THANKSGIVING & CHRISTMAS

    Times are hard for everyoneright now. If you can find it in

    your heart and budget to helpgive a wonderful Thanksgivingand a Merry Christmas tosome of our seniors this year,Senior Support Services willbe accepting monetarydonations to purchase foodfor Thanksgiving andChristmas baskets as well asChristmas gifts that will be

    distributed among seniors 60years and older in BerkeleyCounty.

    You-the people in our

    Berkeley County community-are who helps to make thispossible for us to provide thistype of service during theholiday season. Without yourdonations we would not beable to do this.

    It is such a joy to seethe smiles on their faces orthe tears of joy when these

    items are being delivered.Checks can be made

    out to Berkeley SeniorServices- (Holiday Donations)in the memo.

    Please send checks to:

    Berkeley Senior Services

    217 North High Street

    Martinsburg, WV 25401

    Attn: Beverly- Senior SupportServices

    Grocery ShoppingAssistance And

    Essential Errands

    For seniors 60 years or olderwho live in Berkeley County,please call at least fivebusiness days in advance to

    be scheduled (suggesteddonation rates based on asliding scale will beprovided).

    DHHR Representative

    (Department of Health andHuman Recources)

    Representative: Mike Peterswill be at the Senior Center.Appointments are scheduled

    for the 2nd Tuesday of eachmonth, from 9:00am-3:00 pm.This service is for seniors 60and older in Berkeley County.

    You must have a scheduledappointment in order to meetwith Mr. Peters. For moreinformation, please call theSenior Center at 304-263-8873Ext. 104

    Notary ServicesNotary Services are available

    Beverly Gerlach Senior Support Supervisor SHIP Counselor,Ext. 104; Stephen Englebright Senior Support Assistant SHIPCounselor, Ext. 105; Kelli Richard, Senior Support Assistant,Ext. 131; Don Stevens, our new Senior Support Assistant, Ext.122

    Donations are appreciated sothat we may continue toprovide this service.

    West Virginia SHIPProgram

    Senior Support Services SHIP

    (Senior Health Insurance

    Counselor)Steve Englebright and

    Part D, obtain assistance inMedicaid, and enrollmenthelps towards Medicare PartD. Personal counselingsessions for beneficiaries andtheir families are available byappointment only.

    Please donate generously sowe can continue to provide

    this service.

    Do you have a loved one who, due to brain challenges suchas such as Alzheimers, Downs Syndrome, or traumatic braininjury is at risk of getting lost or injured outside the home?

    Berkeley Co. has implemented the Project Lifesaverprogram, providing to every person a personalized radiotransmitter and electronic tracking equipment, as well aspersonalized monthly monitoring to be sure items remain inworking order.

    Project Lifesaver is a search and rescue system which has a

    proven record of recovering most lost individuals within a halfhour. For more information, contact Corporal W.D. Christian at304-267-7000, Ext. 160.

    LIFESAVER

    FOR SAFETY

    IN-HOME CAREADVANCED DIRECTIVES

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    IN HOME CARE304-596-5514 - 304-596-2491

    Robin Raines, IHC RN, Supervisor: Ext. 119;Shirley Huntzberry IHC RN, Supervisor: Ext.112 ;

    Ryan Bird, Case Manager: Ext. 115; Teri Sinclair, IHCCoordinator: Ext. 121; Dianne Boyd, IHC Program

    Coordinator: Ext. 124; Molly Greenfield, IHC ProgramCoordinator: Ext. 124

    Berkeley Senior Services providing quality care forseniorsand persons with disabilities for over 40 years!

    Berkeley Senior Services is Your First Choicefor In-Home Care for Our Communitys Seniors!

    Let us help you regain your independence and your qualityof life.

    The staff at Berkeley Senior Services In-Home Care Department isdedicated to keeping our clients healthy, comfortable andindependent in their homes for as long as possible. We provide ourcommunity with quality and compassionate care. Our staff andfantastic team of 100+ In-Home Care Aides make their(CLIENTSTHEIR NUMBER ONE PRIORITY!)

    For a fulfilling career, become an In-Home Care Aide with us.

    Our Aides are trained in CPR, First Aid, and also receive additionaleight-plus hour IHC standard training. It is also mandatory for ourcaregivers to attend classes for continuing education on healthissues. They also receive state to state background checks andfingerprinting. Hepatitis B Vaccine is offered, but not mandatory. Ifyou are a caring and reliable person with a valid drivers licenseand automobile, please fill out an application at the Pink House,

    217 N. High St. Martinsburg, WV Monday-Friday from 8:00am-4:00pm. 304-596-5514-304-596-2491

    The little things make a big difference when itcomes to your End-of-Life Care.

    When asking our many seniors if they have any form of AdvanceDirectives they say to us, No, why should I, my family knows

    what to do for me . . . . There are several issues when you havethis mindset. In the health care field, we go by a commonphrase, If it is not in writing, it does not exist. Unfortunately forthe people who go with the, my family knows . . . method, thisusually causes major conflict among the family, and they losesight of the intended wishes. In some cases a physician canassign who they feel as the appropriate family member, or in rarecases, one can become a ward of the state, and the state canmake the decisions for you.

    In the health care field, we come across the situation whereimportant decisions need to be made in regards to your health.When you cannot make those decisions for yourself, you need tohave something in place to do this for you. There are manyforms of Advance Directives that help in the time of a healthcrisis situation. Feelings and emotions change when we are putinto a stressful situation and asked to make a life changingdecision for our loved ones. If you really want to help your familymake the best decisions for you, put it in writing. The firstmisconception is that you have to pay a lawyer to draft and

    complete your Medical Advance Directives. This is not the case.West Virginia has done a great job in having available resourcesto our aging population. A great website through the WestVirginia Center for End-of-Life Care (www.wvendoflife.org) offerseducational material and resources that can assist you whentalking with your loved ones about end-of-life decisions. Anothermisconception is that you have to assign a person to make yourEnd-of Life decisions for you. Two methods where a person isnot assigned as your end-of-life decision-maker are thePhysician Orders for Scope of Treatment, i.e. POST form, and

    the Living Will. On these types of Advance Directives you do notassign a specific person(s); instead, you list what type ofinterventions you want and how long to continue theinterventions to sustain your life. The last misconception is that ifyou complete a Medical Power of Attorney you lose your right tomake any decisions for yourself. On most Medical Power of

    Attorney forms, unless purposefully taken out of the document,the first sentence on the document states that it only goes intoeffect when you are no longer able to make the decision foryourself.

    Paperwork can be lost or misplaced very easily. You can protectyour important document(s) by selecting the opt-in box on your

    Advance Directive, then faxing it to the WV e-Directive Registrythrough WV Health Information Network (www.wvhin.org). Theywill hold and make available your Advance Directive to treatinghealth care providers. This is a great resource in securing yourchosen form of Medical Advance Directive(s). If you need an

    Advance Directive notarized, Berkeley Senior Services haveNotaries on staff to help with this process for our senior

    population.

    Day of Caring a success at Berkeley Senior Services

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    Berkeley Senior Services would like to thank the staff at

    Briarwood Dental Center and the staff at the U.S. Coast Guard fortheir dedication to our seniors during the annual Day of Caring,which was held September 11th.

    14 volunteers from Briarwood Dental Center gathered at the

    Senior Center Tuesday morning before 9:00 a.m. On the agenda forthe day was painting 3 different areas within the Senior Center,pulling weeds, and mulching the grounds at both the Center and the

    In-Home Care office, known as the Pink House.

    While the Senior Center was getting its beautification, JasonWatts and his team of volunteers from the U.S. Coast Guard were

    busy throughout Martinsburg, Falling Waters, and Hedgesville areashelping seniors and disabled in their homes with their Fall clean-

    up. The team, made up of more than 20 volunteers, was busypainting, trimming shrubs, cleaning gutters, cutting and removing

    trees.

    We sincerely appreciate the efforts of both groups and theirhard work commented Linda Holtzapple, Berkeley Senior Services

    Executive Director.

    The Day of Caring is sponsored by the United Way of the

    Eastern Panhandle and gives volunteers an opportunity to helpthroughout our community.

    For more information on how you can help Berkeley SeniorServices, please contact Amy Orndoff [email protected] or 304-263-8873 ext. 130.

    y g y

    Day of Caring U. S. Coast Guard volunteersworking at Seniors home.

    Day of Caring at the Senior Center was a great success!

    Left to Right: Eden Grunseth, Amy Orndoff, Jane Walkley,Rhonda Singer, Lauren Pitzer, Wendy Payne, Dr. Greg Stephen-Hassard, Brandi Parsons and Ann Swope. Not pictured: Dr. Jay

    Boyd, Gretchen Wolfe, Penny Sebastian, Janice Keefauver, Dr.

    Bill Bonifant, Missy Pope Chygen, Paula Erickson and BarbaraLindamood.

    ED WILSON

    VOLUNTEER OF

    SAMANTHA VANGORDENVOLUNTEER OF MONTH OF AUGUST

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    VOLUNTEER OF

    MONTH OF

    SEPTEMBER

    Ed Wilson is a trueexample of a team

    player. Devoted togiving back to ourcommunity. Ed is an

    active BSS Boardmember, Chairman of the March of Dimes SignatureChefs Auction, and is on the Mountain State AppleHarvest Festival Board, just to mention a few of his

    activities!I had the privilege of working closely with Ed

    while preparing for the Mystery Dinner TheatreFundraiser. Not only was he dedicated behind thescenes as a part of the planning committee, but he

    kept the entire audience in tears from laughter duringthe event. He is such a go getter and we are so

    blessed to have him on our team!!

    Submitted by: Amy OrndoffResource Development Coordinator

    We are very grateful to Samantha whogenerously volunteered almost 60 hours in themonth of August alone to the Berkeley SeniorCenter! At the age of 12, this energetic and

    bright 7th grader assisted in the BSS ActivitiesDepartment and in the Nutrition/Kitchen

    Department during her summer vacation. Notonly does Sammie, as we endearingly call her,capture the heart of all the seniors at the Center,

    she is a valuable asset to our team. Alwayswilling to help, her effortless smile and

    enthusiastic attitude carries over to whatever task is asked of her,including assisting with EGO (Enjoy Growing Older) Dinners served in the

    evenings the third Monday of every month at BSS. Although she is anexcellent student (All Honors), active in her middle school choir, and finds

    time for her friends and family, she still continues to find time to supportus. This almost teenager restores our faith in the youth of America bydisplaying with her actions and generous demeanor a great example ofcommunity spirit. Sammie has been volunteering since February 2011and thanking her for all she does is overdue! Thank you, Sammie, for

    being YOU!(VOLUNTEERS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT)

    Submitted by: Bethany VanGorden, Nutrition Supervisor and RhondaSinger, Activities Director

    MAKING GREETING CARDS

    Classes with Cindi Krauch

    3rd Mon of the Month Nov. 19, 2012

    1:30 to 3:00 PM $7.00 per class

    (All supplies included) Make 3 cards

    Sign up at the Senior Center

    217 N. High Street, Martinsburg, WV Or Call: 304-263-8873

    Ex. 106 or 117 Classes limited to 10 students

    Halloween Costume Party in Exercise Class

    GOOGLE SEARCHProspective students must be able to navigate thekeyboard and use the mouse efficiently. Learn the

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    All registrations for the following classes will be

    accepted by the receptionist at 304-263-8873.The Berkeley Senior Center hours of operationare Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.Classes are conducted in the Computer Lab onthe lower level of the Center and space is limitedto 9 students per class. In the event a class iscancelled, full refunds will be issued. Allcomputer instruction is provided by VolunteerTrainers. Call 304-263-8873 to reserve positionbefore mailing enrollment form and tuition.

    WINDOWS 7 IntroThis class will introduce students to the widearray of personalization tools available on

    Windows 7 such as themes, snipping tool,wordpad, sticky notes, the sidebar, aero andshake. You will learn how to use the taskbar tothe best advantage, customize the start menu,view documents side by side with snap, find filesand folders, and search for anything on your

    computer. Students should have a goodknowledge of using the mouse and keyboard.Class suitable for Vista users also.Tuition is $35.00 for Seniors 60+ and $45.00for under 60 and non Berkeley Countyresidents. 1 Day Class - Instructor: N. TriggsTuesday October 23 - 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.OR Tuesday November 13 - 9:30 a.m. to 2:30p.m.

    Response for Windows 7 classes has been highand some classes may be filled. An additional

    Windows 7 Class will be offered and you maypre-register by calling the Center. We willcontact you when the date is set.

    Windows 7 ContinuedPrerequisite for this class is completion of

    Windows 7 Intro Class. This class is for thosewho have been using their computers for some

    time. In this class you will learn about useraccounts, power options, logging in to public

    wireless networks, uninstalling programs, usingsystem restore, disk cleanup, computer security,organizing files and folders, advancedpersonalization tools and more. Class suitablefor Vista users also.Tuition is $35.00 for Seniors 60+ and $45.00for under 60 and non Berkeley Countyresidents.

    1 Day Class - Instructor: N. TriggsTuesday, December 11- 9:30 am to 2:30 pm

    OPEN COMPUTER LABThe computer lab is open most Tuesdays andWednesdays from 9 a.m to 12 p.m. for studentsto continue practice. A volunteer will be presentfor guidance. Come in for an hour or longer toimprove your computer skills. This is not forcasual internet surfing. Call ahead to assure the

    lab is open the day you would like to attend.There is no charge for this service.

    Other classes may be added based on requestand staff availability. Contact the Center at304-263-8873 for additional information.

    TO REGISTER: Call Melodi at 304-263-8873 to reserve a position in the class and thencomplete and mail the form below. Each class has a maximum of nine students and those with

    paid tuition will be given first choice if class demand is high. A volunteer will contact youprior to the class to answer any questions you may have about the Center and class.

    CLASSES WILL BE RESCHEDULED if the Senior Center is closed due to inclement weatheror other emergencies. Listen to local radio stations

    Please do not mail form before reserving enrollment. Checks should be made payable to:BERKELEY SENIOR SERVICES, 217 N. High Street, Martinsburg, WV 25404.

    ***************************************************************************

    Name:_________________________________________________

    Address:_____________________________________________

    City: ___________________State:__________Zip:__________

    Home Phone:________________________________________

    Email Address:_____________________________________

    Class Name: ______________________________________

    Class Date: ______________________________________

    Tuition Enclosed: __________________Check #_____________

    Please do not send cash

    ENROLLMENT IN ALL CLASSES IS LIMITED.

    PLEASE ENROLL EARLY.

    y ysecrets of Google search. This class will also touchbriefly on Google map searching and using streetview in maps.Tuition is $30.00 for Seniors 60+ and $40.00for under 60 and non Berkeley Countyresidents.1 Day Class - Instructor: N. Triggs

    Wednesday, December 5 - 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

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    BERKELEY SENIOR SERVICES NEEDS YOURFINANCIAL SUPPORT

    In order to continue to provide quality services to seniors!

    Please check amount _____ $25 _____ $50 _____ $100 _____ $250 _____ $500 _____ Other

    Restricted Contribution: Nutrition J Transportation J ADS J In Home Care J Other: _______

    In Memory ofJ In Honor ofJ : ___________________________________________________(name of individual)

    Please send your contributions to:

    Berkeley Senior Services

    217 North High St.

    Martinsburg, WV 25404

    (Make checks payable to Berkeley Senior Services)

    Your Name _______________________________

    Address _______________________________

    _______________________________

    Thank you for your generous support!

    All November classes are FREE to Veterans and their spouses,domestic partners, dependents, children, siblings, widows and

    widowers.

    This recognizes individuals who have served in the U.S. Army,Navy, Air Force, Marines, National Guard/Reservists or Coast

    Guard. Participants will be required to fill out a coupon, but will notbe asked to provide any form of military identification.

    A 4-hour refresher class is offered every 3 to 4 months.This is for those whose certificate is 3 years old and in need ofrenewal for safety and insurance purposes. The next refresherclass is offered on Wednesday, November 7th, with instructor,

    Aminah Fidai. Call her to register at, 1-404-468-3821.

    November 14 & 15, 20129:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Instructor: Call Cathy Clark at

    1-703-409-3831 to register

    Tuition is $12.00 for AARP members and $14.00 for non-members.

    Call Helene Brill for further information at 304-267-8756.

    THERE WILL BE NO AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASSES HELD AT

    THE SENIOR CENTER IN DECEMBER.

    At Berkeley Senior Center of Senior Spirit(January-February)

    will be out to the publicon January 16, 2013.