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Spring Summer Edition SE R A E PL YOU E TAK E E FR PY CO Rock Your Way to Recovery MAKE YOUR OWN PRIMARY SCHOOL IN MUG BAG THE 1960S Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 1 All About Falls How to use Instagram Puzzles puzzles SENIOR S moreDIGEST puzzles1 8 19 2021 9 41 17 AM

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Spring Summer Edition A Note From The Editor It s no secret how important looking after our physical and mental health is All of our lives we are advised to eat healthy and exercise and while I can already feel many of you rolling your eyes as I type this it is MORE important the older we get CONTENTS FEATURES 4 Ways To Be Intimate With Your Partner 6 How To Use Instagram Young bodies are stronger heal faster and can tolerate more abuse from laziness and unhealthy eating but as we age we need to work harder to keep the old motor running and the mind sharp So as the warmer weather descends I encourage you to get active Start with a short daily walk try a yoga class get back to enjoying a sport you love ride an exercise bike while you watch tv or even simply play with the grandkids No matter what you choose please try on a regular basis to make a genuine effort to move 10 Rock Your Way To Recovery This edition you can learn how to open an Instagram account and post images for family and friends to enjoy There is a fun mug bag craft which would make an excellent gift as well as some delicious recipes that are not only easy to prepare but are healthy too 29 A Fun Way To Stay Active There is a ashback to Primary School in the 60s some great information all about falls as well as some inspirational stories and poems from our readers And as always there are plenty of puzzles to keep the mind active 9 Hip Injuries Thank you to those of you who have contributed to our edition but also to all of you who submitted work or articles for consideration I receive so many lovely letters and submissions that it s hard to narrow it down to the few who are published However you should know that reading your contributions is the highlight of my role as editor so please continue sending them NEWS 12 All About Falls 15 Primary Schools in the 1960s 22 How To Find Courage LIFESTYLE 25 Recipes 26 Mug Bag Craft EVERY EDITION 3 Blast from The Past 8 Code Cracker Puzzle Until next time 14 Arrow words Puzzle Victoria 18 Writers Corner 24 Puzzles admin seniorsdigest com au PO Box 2734 Nerang DC QLD 4211 Senior s Digest is proudly supported and brought to you by Emergency Medical Services Pty Ltd Facebook Funnies Follow us on Facebook https www facebook com seniorsdigest SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 1 1 8 19 2021 9 41 19 AM

Spring Summer Edition Let your love of animals live on through a gift in your Will When you leave a bequest to Animal Welfare League Queensland in your Will your gift will directly help create a brighter future for animals in need Bequests allow us to continue our lifesaving work and provide a safe haven for close to 10 000 stray and homeless animals every year To every one of these animals who we welcome through our doors a promise is made to never euthanise a healthy sociable or treatable animal in our care It is this promise that separates us from any other animal welfare organisation in Australia lovers like you A gift in your Will now ensures your passion for animal welfare and love of animals continues to live on into the future For F or m more ore iinformation nformation please please visit visit awlqld com au bequests awlqld com a au bequests or us on 07 5509 9099 or call call u so n0 75 509 9 099 Animal Welfare League Qld Est 1959 2 SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 2 8 19 2021 9 41 21 AM

2000 s Spring Summer Edition HIGHEST GROSSING MOVIES OF THE DECADE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Avatar The Lord of the Rings The Return of the King Pirates of the Caribbean Dead Man s Chest The Dark Knight Harry Potter and the Sorcerer s Stone Pirates of the Caribbean At World s End Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince The Lord of the Rings The Two Towers Shrek 2 https en wikipedia org wiki 2000s POPULAR SONGS OF 2000 S 2000s October 30 2001 Michael Jackson releases his final album Invincible It was the most expensive record ever made costing 30m to record July 2 2001 The first artificial heart is implanted in a human being September 11 2001 attacks in New York City Washington D C and Shanksville Pennsylvania 2 977 killed over 6 000 injured October 23 2001 Apple Computer unveils the first Ipod 2002 Bali bombings in Bali Indonesia 202 killed 2002 2003 SARS outbreak Facebook launched in 2004 December 26 2004 one of the largest earthquakes ever recorded approx 9 3 magnitude creates a devastating tsunami in Southeast Asia more than 230 000 killed August 29 2005 the costliest hurricane in US History Hurricane Katrina hits south east Louisiana 1 833 killed July 2007 Author J K Rowling publishes the final instalment of her Harry Potter series Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows November 4 2008 Senator Barack Obama is elected the 44th President of the United States He is the first African American President https en wikipedia org wiki 2000s Say My Name Destiny s Child Bye ByeBye NSYNC Can t Get You Out Of My Head Kylie Minogue Complicated Avril Lavigne Whenever Wherever Shakira Beautiful Christina Aguilera I Gotta Feeling The Black Eyed Peas Lose Yourself Eminem Crazy in Love Beyonce Oops I Did It Again Britney Spears Music Madonna It s My Life Bon Jovi I Try Macy Gray Heya Outkast She Will Be Loved Maroon 5 Sexyback Justin Timberlake Umbrella Rihanna Jay Z I Kissed A Girl Katy Perry Low Flo Rida T Pain Poker Face Lady Gaga https www billboard com articles news list 9339652 best songs of 2000 top 100 BEST BOOKS OF 2000 S Atonement by Ian McEwan Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel Gilead by Marilynne Robinson The Book Thief by Markus Zusak Life of Pi by Yann Martel The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Twilight by Stephenie Meyer Small Island by Andrea Levy The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini https thegreatestbooks org the greatest fiction since 2000 SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 3 3 8 19 2021 9 41 23 AM

Spring Summer Edition 10 WAYS TO 1 Spend some time cuddling Take pleasure in a cuddling session Feeling the embrace of your partner can provide a true feeling of intimacy Put on a little background music soak in the stillness of you and your partner together and appreciate the feeling of their breath and sound of their heartbeat It can feel much more intimate than you might think BE INTIMATE 2 WITH YOUR PARTNER 3 Talk about what s important The greater the seriousness of the conversation the more intimate the dialogue Initiate a conversation where you and your partner discuss the things that matter to you most and the things you would like most from that other person Understanding these things can help you feel closer to your person A s we age our relationships change and sex can be put on the back burner Whether it be due to physical reasons nearly 70 of men are affected by erectile dysfunction by the time they are 70 medical reasons illness or injury or simply a decreased libido many married and partnered seniors nd themselves no longer sharing a bed or even a room This can lead to concerns about the relationship and worries about how to maintain intimacy without this physical act Here are 10 suggestions to help you stay connected to the one you love 4 Dance together Not only is dancing a great form of exercise but it can also be most intimate when shared with another person Take up a dance class or break out in dance within the comfort of your own kitchen either way dancing can be one of the most effortless ways to feel close to your partner 4 Offer your assistance with something Sometimes our actions speak louder than our words People appreciate both feeling needed and listened to Noticing the dishes in the sink and clothes in the laundry basket might be the rst step towards letting your partner feel appreciated without having to say a word SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 4 8 19 2021 9 41 29 AM

5 Spring Summer Edition Try something new together Something like a pottery class or a shing adventure sharing new experiences with your partner can be a great way of feeling intimate Trying new things makes you both feel vulnerable and that can be simple yet exciting 6 Sleep together No not sex Literally sleeping together Curl up with each other and drift off Trusting each other enough to simply sleep together is incredibly intimate not to mention it can also be strangely romantic 7 Play a game of truth or dare There is nothing more delicious and more romantic than honesty sprinkled with a little adventure It doesn t have to be an explicit game but sometimes a little healthy competition with your partner can make the two of you feel closer Try including a few things you d like to try in the dare category and things about your partner you d like to know for the truth category 8 Give each other a massage You don t need to go to a professional but rather give each other massages instead It can be so incredibly sexy to have that man or woman rub all the tension out of your neck and back Make it even more intimate and leave clothing optional 9 Cook together There is something to be said about the couple that chooses to stay in and save the 5 course meal at the fanciest restaurant in town for another night No 3 piece suits and cocktail dresses required Just you and your partner in the kitchen wearing your com est clothing and teaming up to put together a delicious meal can be beautifully intimate 10 Focus on just simply kissing Somewhere along the way we ve lost sight of the joy of a simple makeout Keep the clothes on and enjoy the thrill of kissing without expecting anything more It is possible to remain close and connected in your relationship even after the sex has gone Even so it s natural to feel hurt sad and even angry that sex is not as big a part of your life anymore As with any change it is hard to accept Be patient and try to be open and honest with your loved one about how you are feeling SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 5 5 8 19 2021 9 41 38 AM

Spring Summer Edition HOW TO USE Instagram is a social media platform that allows you to share photo video content through an app You can take edit and publish visual content for your friends and followers and interact through likes comments and shares You can also link your Instagram to your Facebook so any images you post to Instagram will also instantly appear on Facebook as well Upload Edit and Post an Image Now for the most important part of Instagram how to upload and post an image Instagram is an entirely visual platform Unlike Facebook which relies on both text and pictures or Twitter which relies on text alone Instagram s sole purpose is to enable users to share images or videos with their followers 1 Click the icon at the top of the screen The rst step is to open an Instagram account Go to the Instagram site on your computer www instagram com or download the Instagram app on your tablet or phone from the App Store iPhone or Google Play Store Android If you re on a computer and have a Facebook account already click Log in with Facebook otherwise ll in the form with mobile number or email name username and password Then click Sign up On Android click Sign Up With Email or Phone Number On iPhone select Create New Account Enter your email address and phone number then click Next Once you ve lled out your username and password you will be instructed to ll out your pro le info Then click Done 6 SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 6 8 19 2021 9 41 39 AM

Spring Summer Edition 2 The easiest way to post an image or video is from your photos iphone or gallery android Select by tapping on the image you wish to post press the arrow at the top of the screen to go to the next step more When you re happy with your edited image or if you don t want to edit it at all click the arrow in the top right of the screen 5 Now you can add a caption click at the top where it says Write Caption and begin typing tag people you can only tag someone if they also have an Instagram account by typing followed by their Instagram account name and add a location Additionally click the button beside Facebook or another linked social media account to share your image on that platform as well When you re ready to publish click the tick in the top right How to Follow on Instagram 3 There are two categories you can use to edit your image Filter and Edit Instagram automatically shows you lters rst You can scroll through the carousel and click any of the lters to apply it to your image 4 Next click Edit Here you can adjust contrast brightness structure warmth and It s incredibly easy to nd and follow users Using Instagram s search feature you can nd celebrities brands and friends Additionally you can search Tags or Places Tags is particularly useful if you know what type of content you want to nd but you re not sure who posts about it For instance you might search familyrecipes under tags your results will include any images with that hashtag As you peruse you might nd someone who posts content you really like and you can choose to follow them so their content appears on your feed To follow someone follow these three easy steps 1 Click on the search icon on the bottom of your screen it looks like a magnifying glass 2 Next type in a person or brand 3 Once you re on someone else s account you ll see a blue Follow button at the top For public pro les you can click and immediately begin following that account However if the pro le is private you may need to wait for them to accept your request And that s it Enjoy sharing your photos and memories on Instagram SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 7 7 8 19 2021 9 41 40 AM

Spring Summer Edition CODE CRACKER Lovatts Publications Each number represents a different letter of the alphabet Work out which number stands for which letter to complete the crossword We ve given you two letters to start All words are from a dictionary and no proper nouns are used All letters of the alphabet are not always used When you have cracked the code fill in the answer in the boxes below 1 CLUES 10 6 9 15 9 22 10 21 6 18 22 14 16 11 22 11 3 2 11 21 20 1 9 14 14 9 2 10 5 21 1 18 21 18 21 1 ANSWER 12 15 3 6 6 10 2 21 2 T 14 4 7 5 15 20 11 22 21 18 10 21 22 10 12 3 2 2 15 19 3 14 18 3 6 10 18 20 10 19 2 13 11 4 22 14 22 18 14 2 20 15 18 10 9 11 14 15 6 17 22 12 9 9 10 14 14 18 22 11 9 14 18 9 7 7 14 18 21 21 12 13 14 14 22 16 19 14 8 17 21 18 12 10 6 5 19 14 16 14 20 17 11 22 17 10 11 12 11 4 10 15 10 20 14 8 9 11 2 13 20 7 22 14 6 10 11 6 19 10 21 21 14 22 18 23 9 24 22 25 S 26 ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ 8 SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 8 8 19 2021 9 41 56 AM

Spring Summer Edition THE 6 MOST COMMON HIP INJURIES FROM FALLING One of the most common injuries in seniors is a hip fracture after suffering a fall It tends to happen due to muscle weakness balance problems impaired vision chronic illness side effects from medications or a wet bathtub or oor While hip injuries happen frequently and aging patients are more prone to these types of injuries it s important to note that younger patients aren t immune to them 1 Bursitis Bursitis occurs when a person experiences in amed bursa which are lubricated uid lled sacs that serve as cushions between the joints Typical symptoms include tenderness of the hip feeling warm to the touch feeling pain with movement or after prolonged periods of inactivity 2 Labral tear The labrum is the ring of cartilage that cushions the socket in your hip joint When this part of the body is injured you ll likely feel pain that radiates to your groin a clicking sensation and limited range of motion One of its worst complications is osteoarthritis which in turn can cause bone spurs 3 Dislocation The hip is composed of a balland socket joint where the head of the femur the thigh bone goes into the socket in the pelvis Dislocation occurs when trauma such as a fall causes the femoral head the ball portion to come out of the socket When this happens the person experiences acute pain Depending on the severity of the damage the doctor may be able to manipulate the patient s bone back into place without the need for surgery However certain instances do require surgical intervention 4 Fracture Most hip fractures require surgery When a person experiences a hip fracture they feel acute pain in their hip groin and upper thigh area It happens often to senior adults and it often results in the inability to continue living on their own People with osteoporosis have a higher risk of fracturing their hip during a fall 5 Hip strain Hip strain injuries occur when the muscles and tendons surrounding the hip experience trauma such as a hard hit during contact sports a car crash or a fall Because these muscles extend over a person s abdomen or gluteus the pain may also radiate to these areas 6 Snapping Hip Syndrome This condition gets its name from the snapping sound made when the patient gets up walks runs or makes any other hip or leg movements The sound is created by the iliotibial band popularly known as the IT band which is the tissue that connects hip muscles to the tibia the bone between the knee and the ankles Risk Factors for Hip Injuries As previously mentioned age is one of the biggest risk factors for experiencing the kind of fall that will result in a serious hip injury That being said there are also the following Physical inactivity Nutritional de ciencies Chronic illness Gender women tend to lose bone density at a faster rate than men Slippery rugs Inadequate lighting Clutter Intense physical activity with no rest days Participating in contact sports Substantial alcohol consumption Smoking If you recently fell and are experiencing hip pain or discomfort seek advice from your doctor or orthopedic clinic and get back to doing the things you love https orthotoc com most common hip injuries from falling SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 9 9 8 19 2021 9 41 58 AM

Spring Summer Edition ROCK Your way to RECOVERY By Glynis Scrivens Rocking chairs are associated with relaxation mothers rocking babies to sleep and workers rocking on their veranda at the end of the day They provide mild exercise for the weakest of muscles soothe the stressed and promote feelings of calm But did you know they can also be therapeutic A famous rocker We all remember seeing images of President John F Kennedy sitting in his rocking chair in the 10 Oval O ce His physician Dr Janet Travell prescribed them for his chronic back pain The rocker proved so helpful that he ended up buying 14 so he d never have to be without one whether at Camp David on Air Force One or on the family estate He even bought them as presents for visiting dignitaries What health problems are they used for Rocking is now used as a therapy for those suffering both physical and mental problems Most studies have been of elderly patients but all age groups including premature babies have experienced improvement Studies show the following therapeutic bene ts Relief of back pain When the brain is engaged in sending motor impulses down the spinal cord in order for the legs to work the rocker this blocks the pain impulses They are prevented from reaching the brain This enables the lower back muscles to relax Improvement in depression and anxiety among dementia patients Nancy Watson of the University of Rochester US found that patients needed less pain medication after rocking and their psychological and emotional well being improved Improvements in balance were also recorded SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 10 8 19 2021 9 42 24 AM

Spring Summer Edition Improved sleep Rocking relaxes and calms promoting a better sleep It shakes out muscle tension that builds up from too much sitting For example neck shoulder and jaw muscles relax from the motion of rocking Reduction of pain associated with arthritis Dr Heinrich Addleheim of the Kinetic Therapy Clinic in Berlin has found rocking chair therapy helpful for patients with arthritis According to Dr Addleheim some bed ridden patients have become mobile again after a week of regular rocking Improved recovery from stroke Therapists have found rocking helpful with the acute stage of stroke as the motion of using the chair acts as a stimulus to the shoulder girdle chair A 2010 study of elderly women found that those who used a rocking chair showed signi cant physical bene ts after three months They were able to walk more quickly and had more strength in their knees Following knee replacement surgery In the US orthopedic surgeons recommend rocking as part of the rehabilitation process following knee replacement surgery What kind of rocking chair should you use Some traditional rocking chair designs can pose risks for the elderly or in rm when sitting or rising Newer technology offers a solution to this providing a safer option for use in nursing homes and hospitals a glider chair as it is known These often occupy less oor space than conventional rocking chairs which may be a consideration for you Glider rockers often come with a glider ottoman Whether you prefer a traditional hardwood design or a newer glider rocker make sure you test it rst to see if it s comfortable Ensure the back is supportive and the arm rests at the right height for you Final word Enjoy your rocker and the health bene ts it conveys Perhaps you ll be able to beat the current world record holder Dennis Easterling of Atlanta Georgia is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as rocking for 480 hours Lowering of blood pressure Better rehabilitation for heart patients Rocking chairs have been recommended as a therapy for cardiac rehabilitation since the nineteenth century when its potential was recognised by Oertel Relief from vertigo A study by the Baylor College of Medicine in 1992 found that vertigo and dizziness may be improved by rocking chair therapy Relief for elderly bromyalgia patients when combined with other forms of exercise Providing low impact exercise for the elderly and bed bound Those who are sedentary or bed bound may bene t from the mild low intensity exercise of sitting in a rocking SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 11 11 8 19 2021 9 42 31 AM

Spring Summer Edition All About Falls The problem and prevalence of falls Falls are a major health issue in the community with around 30 of adults over 65 experiencing at least one fall per year This is set to increase as Australia s population ages with the proportion of people aged over 65 predicted to increase from 14 3 million people in 2010 to 23 8 1 million people in 2050 With a stable incidence rate the cost of falls is expected to rise to around 1 4 billion by 2051 Falls prevention programs need to be developed in order to reduce falls incidence rates to prevent a huge strain being placed on the medical system The cost of falls Further to the nancial cost of falls on the medical system there 12 Falls are a major health issue in the community with around 30 of adults over 65 experiencing at least one fall per year will also be a greater need for hospital beds From 2010 240000 bed days per year to 2051 450000 bed days per year the number of hospital bed days per year needed due to falls will nearly double The utilisation of nursing homes due to falls has also been predicted to rise from around 800000 beds in 2010 to nearly 1 8million by 2051 Falls are physically very costly Falls are the leading cause of injury related hospitalisation in persons aged 65 years and over and account for four percent of all hospital admissions in this agegroup Injuries from falls Falls account for 40 of injuryrelated deaths and one percent of total deaths in this age group Depending on the population under study between 22 60 of older people suffer injuries from falls 10 15 suffer serious injuries 2 6 suffer fractures and 0 2 1 5 suffer hip fractures The most common injuries that require hospitalisation comprise femoral neck fractures other fractures of the leg fractures of radius ulna and other bones in the arm and fractures of the neck and trunk In terms of morbidity and mortality the most serious and costly of these fall related injuries is fracture of the hip Elderly people recover slowly from hip fractures and are vulnerable to post operative and bed rest complications In around 25 cases hip fractures result in death and of those who survive around one third of them never regain complete mobility SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 12 8 19 2021 9 42 39 AM

Spring Summer Edition Falls account for 40 of injuryrelated deaths and one percent of total deaths in this age group of falling and 25 report curtailing activities Finally falls can also lead to disability decreased mobility which often results in increased dependency on others and hence an increased probability of being admitted to an institution Fall prevention interventions Another consequence of falling is the long lie remaining on the ground or floor for more than an hour after a fall The long lie is a marker of weakness illness and social isolation and is associated with high mortality rates among the elderly Time spent on the floor is associated with fear of falling muscle damage pneumonia pressure sores dehydration and hypothermia A reduction in quality of life and fear of falling Falls can also result in restriction of activity and fear of falling reduced quality of life and independence Even falls that do not result in physical injuries can result in the post fall syndrome a loss of con dence hesitancy tentativeness with resultant loss of mobility and independence It has been found that after falling 48 of older people report a fear A number of falls prevention strategies have been shown to reduce the incidence and risk of falls in the community Multiple component group exercise multiple component home exercise tai chi and a multi factorial intervention which includes individual risk assessment all have been found to reduce the risk and rate of falls over a number of trials https www anzfallsprevention org info GE OME TR I C BACKGROUND SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 13 13 8 19 2021 9 42 45 AM

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Primary school in the By Francis Cox A u t u m n E d i t iEdition on Spring Summer 60S we used pen quill and ink in special ruled booklets Those inkwells caused no end of mischief mainly for the girls pigtails I am sorry to say There was LOTS of rote drummed into us If you walked around the school during class you would hear the droning from nearly every classroom I got to do that a bit because I lucked into being a milk monitor in Grade 3 which meant I went down during class time to take crates of 1 3 pint milk bottles around to each classroom in time for little lunch One for everybody It was a great lurk You had to make sure the crates weren t left in the sun though It could go off fairly quickly The kids used to play ying saucers icking the gold foil tops from the bottles There were no fans or air conditioning If you were lucky you might sit near a window For someone like me that was also a good place to daydream I must admit it was pretty hard to learn during the sweltering summers I m only 65 but primary school today doesn t much resemble what I remember at Graceville State School For a start I went to school in bare feet 9 or 10 months of the year until probably about grade six The signal for shoes each year was when the cracks in my heels got too deep from the cold Tough feet were great on the gravel streets of the 2 mile walk to school and I could walk right over prickles until they were really brown and spiky in the late summer Once when our teacher was sick we had the deputy principal Mr Hagan He was grouchy and made us learn the 13 times table which I still just about remember to this day Some things even red wine can t eradicate I also got out of class time on a few occasions for the wrong reasons I think I got the cane three times from the headmaster Twice on the legs and once on the hand Since I was guilty each time I never held a grudge It didn t seem to do me much harm My stepfather used the ironing cord if he got mad which I think was worse We all walked or cycled ourselves to school except maybe for the rst day But then neither was there any trouble with that that I can recall Besides you usually had a group to shi ack with on the way At regular morning parades we met in the sun in the quadrangle We said the Lord s prayer and sang God Save The Queen Nothing about the governor General In summer someone fainted almost every day from the sun In the early years we learned to write on washable slates with chalk except for copy plate writing where Not too many re nements but I had a great time at primary school and made friends I still have to this day SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 15 15 8 19 2021 9 42 57 AM

Spring Summer Edition STAY AT HOME FOR LONGER WITH A MONITORED MEDICAL ALARM HAVING A SUPPORT NETWORK 24 7 PROVIDES PEACE OF MIND TO YOU YOUR FAMILY FRIENDS Emergency Medical Services is committed to nding solutions to keep people in their homes SAFELY for longer The safeTcare model offers 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year monitoring The devices they supply use the latest in 4G technology and more importantly are simple to use Everyone deserves the freedom to take charge of their independence and stay in their own home for as long as they safely can Paul Joseph the heart and soul behind the business joins us today to answer some questions Victoria Paul was it your background in security that prompted you to start EMS or were there other contributing factors Paul My 18 years in security were de nitely a factor in growing the business in this direction but truthfully it was the number of horror stories I kept hearing from elderly clients and the fact that I could see a way to very clearly prevent the majority of them By providing the safeTcare 24 7 monitoring model we increase our ability to offer assistance when accidents occur Victoria So why would someone need to use Emergency Medical Services Paul It still breaks my heart to think about an elderly friend of mine who spent 48 hours on the oor of her home after a fall thinking she would die before someone found her or the fellow who slipped in his shower and suffered excruciating pain for hours before he was discovered We can t stop accidents 16 SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 16 8 19 2021 9 43 03 AM

Spring Summer Edition happening but we can reduce the amount of suffering following the event and hopefully save lives in the process Because it s not just the fall or accident that does damage it s the long term psychological effects these events cause as well I ve known people who have moved to nursing homes because they were so afraid of having another accident We help minimise that fear by being there 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year NO EXCEPTIONS Victoria Tell me about the system Is it really as simple to use as you say Paul It is literally the press of a button The system uses the latest technology but the user only has to push a button There s no dialling a phone or complicated setup nothing to try and read or work out It s been designed with the end user in mind and our customers love how easy it is The fact that the system works anywhere the wearer goes ensures we truly are able to monitor them for both medical alarms and fall detection both when they are at home or out enjoying time in the garden up at the shops or anywhere in Australia that they may be Victoria What does monitored mean exactly Paul It means we re there when you need us The safeTcare operator taking the call assesses the situation will contact the ambulance if needed sharing with them all the necessary health history conditions medications allergies etc We also provide registered Key safes to allow the ambulance immediate entry this saves precious time and possibly lives Generally we will get the client to safety and then contact their family We are more than a dial 000 service we are a support network available at all times in some cases we may just send an afterhours Doctor or a close neighbour depending on the circumstances Most importantly we ensure all parties peace of mind FREE which is over 500 value and it s the customers to keep For the monitoring we do prepaid packages and loyalty reward subsidies allevia ting the stress of ongoing costs This is all best explained with an obligation free in home demonstration from one of our quali ed safety advisers who are there to provide you with the best possible solution to help you stay at home longer and keep your independence Simply call 1300 699 159 safeTcare Phone 1300 699 159 Victoria And of course the all important question how much is it going to cost me Paul Right NOW we are running a great Senior s Subsidy program we supply the equipment for SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 17 17 8 19 2021 9 43 06 AM

Spring Summer Edition WRITERS CORNER MEMORIES OF CONVENIENCE By Heather Jacobs A backward glance a eeting look expose the memories long forgot A heart beat missed a drawn out sigh remind me of the days gone by A photograph a weathered page hid deep inside a cardboard cage A tattered book a well loved song take me back where I belong And yet these thoughts bring questions too Were they real or just made new Filtered by the years lived since Memories of convenience I ll never know the reasons why these mem ries change as years roll by The eagerness of youth abates and age inspires to ruminate Proudly sponsored by Writers Wanted Please send us your original 20 line or less poem or 500 word or less short story Writers receive 25 per poem and 50 per short story published in Senior s Digest Mail to Po Box 2734 Nerang DC QLD 4211 or Email admin seniorsdigest com au 18 SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 18 The life I ve lived the path well worn the triumphs and the sorrows born But distance helps me smile and say these mem ries come from long lost days FATHERS By Maureen Kutner Every year it seems harder The lack of a father I know it s foolish I m an old lady now But I keep seeing fathers in lms and TV ads And in articles in the newspaper About Daddy s girls I never had the chance to be Daddy s girl And I miss that which I never had How I miss it To have the uncritical love of a man What must it be like What a bonus What con dence it must give To face the rest of your life Without that constant search That need to nd the one man Who will love you unconditionally 8 19 2021 9 43 38 AM

Spring Summer Edition PEARLS GAIN IN LUSTER By Mocco Wollert Pearls gain in luster wines gain in taste wisdom increases but never in haste White in your hair has its own special glow let the lines on your face be proudly on show Wrinkles engraved tell of laughter shared of sorrow conquered a soul who cared Memories live on deep in your heart keeping a bond though you may be apart Life grows in quality each hour you live and happiness nds those who happily give BABIES By Judith Ward Soft and pink and smelling sweet These little bundles with tiny feet Sleeping waking they cry for a feed Can t talk yet there s really no need Gurgling smiling they soften our hearts Oh But it s ouch When the teething starts They cry with pain awake all night Waiting for Mum to put things right They crawl around on bottoms and knees Hoping to explore open the pot cupboard please Then up on their feet walking begins Time to raise our most treasured things So quickly they grow babies no more Off to school where they learn the score Learning to love they marry some one Just before the cycle has begun to re run I think it s called Multiplication LOCKDOWN BLUES By Vicki Knudson Unable to shop unable to travel My mind I felt began to unravel Perhaps a walk would be wise We are allowed to exercise Setting out along the road Feeling elated as I strode Watching birds butter ies and ants Unfettered by the Covid stance I envied their freedom for a while Their crazy ittings made me smile Returning to my four walled room Recalling these creatures healed the gloom My mind refreshed by Nature s ways To lift and lighten lockdown days A daily stroll is now my goal Nature s balm for mind body and soul SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 19 19 8 19 2021 9 43 58 AM

Spring Summer Edition Challenging Times By Tony Robinson Think we have it tough in 2021 No it s far from the worst period in Australian history Huge unemployment numbers social upheaval this was the Great Depression which began in 1929 and ended with the onset of the Second World War in 1939 My parent s generation were raised at this time and saw this as a lesson in life It taught them to be frugal decent hard working people who were not entitled as the youth of today I repeatedly heard them say they were lucky to have such tough formative years because that taught them what matters the value of community helping others less fortunate put their priorities straight and they never forgot those lessons Young people today have never dealt with hardship or deprivation as older generations have By mollycoddling this current crop we ve done them a huge disservice smoothing the path for them every child gets a prize gold stars for everyone for just turning up We have removed the very things that are crucial to a person s learning and development Today we have modern problems I was forced to wear a mask in the store the plane was late I had to wait two hours and on top of that the coffee offered was cold The internet signal was bad so I couldn t google what I wanted shock horror A fully rounded person needs to have failed to understand the entire scope of the human experience It s like a sine wave on an oscilloscope many ups and downs Life is tough and full of lessons we learn from failure not utopia 20 SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 20 8 19 2021 9 44 01 AM

Spring Summer Edition The Most Magical Moment of My Life by Lily Samuels If you had a superpower what would it be He asked me anticipation glowing in his 8 year old eyes I could tell he was shing again not really interested in what I would choose waiting more for his chance to tell me yet again that he wished he could y My brother was obsessed with ying and had the bruises to prove it Today I didn t even get the chance to answer Mine would be ying that would be so cool He sighed with such longing such pure childhood yearning it was hard to stay annoyed His pace quickened and my small frame struggled to keep up It was always like this the walk home from school Thankfully we weren t expected to hold hands anymore that had been humiliating for him and awkward for me when he walked quickly like this Besides although only 5 years old I was far too intelligent to leave his protective side An old soul my grandmother called me thinking of how lazy he could be and my mother s many battles to get him just to shower let alone help around the house A smile touched my lips if only she could see him now in nature s shower I almost wished I had a bar of soap with me would be nice to have a night free of their arguing The wind picked up and I shivered Winter had only just begun but already the air was icy I clung to the umbrella my hand burning from the cold My thoughts drifted to home I knew when we arrived the heater would be blazing Our grandmother would greet us merrily and immediately command we change out of our wet things Then she d get busy fussing around the kettle and preparing hot Milo The thought spurred me on and I picked up the pace At that moment another gust of wind stronger than the rst hit me from behind A small cry escaped my lips and my free hand instinctively grabbed the umbrella tightly Hearing my cry my brother turned back his eyes wide with amazement A feeling of pure euphoria engulfed me as I realised with delight that my feet were no longer touching the ground Instead they were ailing about in mid air I was ying My heart soared he was right this was the most magical feeling I had ever experienced in my entire 5 years of living And then it was over just like that No more than a few seconds at best yet creating a memory I knew would last with me a lifetime Jealousy consumed my brothers face he snatched the umbrella his chubby frame trying to replicate my ying experience to no avail The large droplets of rain that splashed down on me couldn t wash away my enormous grin I think I ll try invisibility next Then the rain came wet heavy droplets blurred my vision He handed me the umbrella chivalrously and I gladly accepted even though I knew it was his desire to play in the rain more than my welfare he was concerned with I shook my head struggling to understand his obsession What s so good about ying I wondered What would make it better than walking or running He probably thought it would be easier I determined SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 21 21 8 19 2021 9 44 42 AM

Spring Summer Edition How To Find COURAGE It s easy especially right now to nd ourselves worrying about the future as we consider the impact of real or potential threats to our health relationships nances any aspect of life T houghts can easily and understandably turn to questions like What if I get sick Or someone in my family gets sick What if I can t nd the 22 money What if things get worse What if It s easy for these thoughts to end up on repeat in our minds too We wonder how we will possibly cope or have the capacity to handle more hurdles setbacks or challenges Fear and worry are real and an inevitable and inescapable part of life SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 22 8 19 2021 9 44 46 AM

Spring Summer Edition especially as we get older So how can we build our courage in these times or at least help to stop the looping worry in our minds These tips might help Remember how you have handled challenges in the past Sometimes in challenging times we forget what we ve already been able to handle or overcome Think for a moment of a time in your past either recently or a while ago when you were really tested when something extremely challenging happened Then come forward in time a little to how you eventually picked yourself up and found a way forward You might have really struggled but somehow you dealt with the situation Eventually you handled it You found a way You built resilience and inner strength You have a success rate for this Ask for support Asking for and accepting help is a positive human and healthy thing When you show your vulnerability to others and ask for assistance you allow others to put their arm out to support you when you need a hand and this shows courage Facing challenges isn t something we are designed to do on our own People want to help Who in your circle could you talk to Acknowledge yourself Appreciate your own capacity Every one of us is worthy and usually braver and more resilient than we give ourselves credit for As you think about how you have handled challenges in the past really acknowledge yourself for the positive attributes and qualities that you possess Acknowledge those unique strengths of yours like you would acknowledge someone you love Treat yourself like you would a close friend Keep your sense of humour Maintaining our sense of humour despite challenging situations or amidst them really helps to let off steam and process those stress hormones You are allowed to find moments of joy and smile and laugh sometimes even in serious times Your physical and emotional health depends on it The truth is that you are stronger and more resourceful than you give yourself credit for most of the time When the going gets tough remember that we don t get to control the circumstances we nd ourselves in no matter how much we might want to Challenging things are inevitable and this contrast is what gives life more meaning That doesn t mean you are looking forward to the next big challenge although knowing that you have courage and strength inside you and that you can ask for help might add some comfort As Susan Jeffers author of Feel the fear and do it anyway said Every time you encounter something that forces you to handle it your self esteem is raised considerably Jo Devin Co founder Positive Living Skills www positivelivingskills com au SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 23 23 8 19 2021 9 44 48 AM

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Spring Summer Edition Vegetable Stir Fry This dish can be adapted to whatever ingredients you have on hand and made in one pan for easy cleanup Ingredients For the sauce 1 tablespoon olive oil or non hydrogenated vegetable oil pound protein such as cubed chicken breast sliced steak or tofu 2 cups mixed vegetables such as peppers zucchini broccoli onions snap peas and mushrooms cup orange juice cup water 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon fresh ginger or a sprinkling of ginger powder Instruc ons 1 Heat oil in a large wok or skillet over medium heat Cook the protein stirring regularly until lightly browned Add vegetables and cook for another 5 10 minutes until soft Remove meat and veggies from pan and set aside 2 Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl Add the mixture to your pan and bring to a simmer over medium high heat Simmer for about 3 minutes or until slightly thickened 3 Add vegetables and protein back to the pan and stir to combine 4 Serve over brown rice or noodles for a lling meal www aplaceformum com caregiver resources articles easy recipes for senior nutrition Cucumber Melon Water With Mint Cucumber promotes hydration and contains antioxidants Melon adds a sweet low sugar avour to round out the classic refreshing combination Ingredients 1 cucumber 1 cup watermelon Handful fresh mint or basil Cold ltered water Instruc ons 1 Thoroughly wash and slice cucumbers 2 Cut watermelon into cubes 3 Lightly crush the mint to release fragrance and avour If using basil remove leaves from stems 4 Add your ingredients to the bottom of a pitcher cover with water and infuse for 2 8 hours before drinking www aplaceformum com caregiver resources articles easy recipes for senior nutrition SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 25 25 8 19 2021 9 44 57 AM

Spring Summer Edition How to Sew a Mug Bag Tutorial These dainty stylish and relatively simple to sew mug bags are sure to be a hit with family and friends For those of you who are looking for an added challenge add a pocket for the tea bags coffee satchels or sugar Be sure to measure your mug to know if it matches the dimensions of the pouch Otherwise add cm proportionally in height or in width or change your cup You will need the following materials Centre piece 3 x 12 inches Fabric A Side pieces 2 of 1 x 12 inches Fabric B Side Gusset 2 of 4 x 8 inches Fabric A Handles 2 of 10 x 1 inch Fabric A Handles 2 of 10 x 2 inches Fabric B Lining 1 of 12 x 7 inches Fabric B Loop 1 of 1 x 6 inches Fabric B Binding 1 of 40 x 2 inches Fabric B this allows a few inches extra it is easier to work with Pellon 1 of 13 x 7 inches Elastic 8 inches long by 1 4 inch wide Button or Toggle 1 Join the centre and side pieces Press Place top on pellon with backing underneath Then stitch down the seams This joins the three pieces together Trim to neaten it all up 2 Fold the side gussets in half wrong sides together Stitch forming a casing for the elastic at the top sewing about an inch down 3 Attach the side gussets to the main part of bag centring the two pieces together Sew along the bottom rst leaving a little at each end then rotate and sew up the side 4 Before sewing right to the top of the bag insert elastic then continue to sew to the top Use 4 inches of elastic for each side Some of this can be cut off depending how tight you want it to be 5 To make the handles get the 10 x 1 inch strip cut in Fabric A and join a 10 x 2 inch strip of Fabric B rst to one side then another This forms a tube 6 Use a loop turner to pull it out the right way then press 7 Make two handles and the loop Pin the handles to the top of the Mug Carrier in line with the edge of the centre panel making sure they are placed the correct way up On one side attach the loop 8 Attach the binding by pinning in place to the outside preferably starting along one of the sides making sure the handles are down Stitch mitering corners at the top of the bag Join the ends together in your preferred manner Hand stitch the binding to the inside with matching thread Attach a button or toggle on the opposite side of the loop Your nished Mug Carrier should look like this These little bags are quick and easy to make and would make a great gift for those good ladies out there that are making items for the Mother s Day Stalls More importantly have fun And make one for yourself Happy sewing Bev C http kaingahappenings blogspot com 2009 04 my mug carrier tutorial html 26 SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 26 8 19 2021 9 45 07 AM

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Spring Summer Edition A FUN WAY To Stay Active You may have heard of ZUMBA but have you heard about ZUMBA GOLD Created in the late nineties the now world famous exercise program was developed by Alberto Beto Perez an expert choreographer and Colombian dancer Zumba has taken the world by storm but many people don t know about the other programs that ZUMBA have including GOLD What is ZUMBA Gold The ZUMBA Gold program is just like a regular ZUMBA class with the easy to follow choreography however it s modi ed for beginners and active older adults who need that lower impact workout Though a lower intensity than regular Zumba class a Zumba Gold class will still allow you to work up a sweat while being an excellent form of cardio it strengthens muscles and improves flexibility balance and coordination Do I have to know how to dance You are guaranteed to get a full body workout the moves are modified for success and safety so you can shake it at your own pace Zumba Gold is for everybody and every body no matter your dance ability or fitness level everyone can do ZUMBA Gold How It Works The design of the class introduces easy to follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance range of motion and coordination Come ready to sweat and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong Bene ts Class focuses on all elements of tness cardiovascular muscular conditioning exibility and balance To nd your nearest ZUMBA Gold Class head to www Zumba com ZUMBA Zumba Gold ZUMBA FITNESS and the Zumba Fitness Logo are registered trademarks of Zumba Fitness LLC used under license SENIOR S DIGEST Seniors Digest_Spring_Summer_2021 indd 29 29 8 19 2021 9 45 56 AM

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