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BOONE COUNTY SENIOR SERVICES, INC.

Volume XXXIII Number 3 May/June 2012 What’s Inside

Page 3Older AmericansMonth

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Elders At the Table

Page 14-15

Grandparent‟s Rights

...And More

Congratulations to Lebanon resident Pauline Reeves on beingselected as the CICOA Aging and In-Home Solutions Caregiver of the Year. Pauline is pictured above with her two sons Clint and

Andy Reeves, daughter Emily Hess, mother Barbara Pierel andBCSSI Director of Personal Services Cindy Hickson. Turn to page13 to read more about her personal story.

Pauline Reeves Awarded Caregiver of the Year!



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Boone CountySenior Services, Inc.

2012 Board of Directors

Rick Whiteman

President

Barbara Anderson

Margaret Beesley

Roger Burrus

John CowanLori Cravens

Judy Cunningham

Matt Drury

Jeff Madtson

Valaree Messenger Eric Ragsdale

Ed Schilling

Cinda Sullivan

Jayne Thompson

Sharon Walker

Sue RitzExecutive Director

Sonya ShoupNewsletter Editor,Director of Operations

Boone County Senior Services, Inc.

Mission Statement:To provide life sustaining and enriching services for BooneCounty older adults.

Core Values:Choice for older adults and their families Enhance, protect and

preserve the dignity of older

adults Fiscal responsibility Cooperation with other agencies

Services include:Homemaker & Home Health

GuardianshipRespite

TransportationInformation & Assistance

Friendly Visitor & Volunteers Activities & WorkshopsInsurance Information

Legal AssistancePrescription Counseling

Computer Classes

Caregiver Support& More!



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May is Older AmericansMonth. It is aperfect time to

show our appreciationfor older adults in our community

and for celebrating their

contributions and achievements.“Senior Citizens Month” wasestablished in 1963 when only 17million Americans had reachedtheir 65th birthdays. Thanks to

President Jimmy Carter, thename was changed to “Older Americans Month” in 1980.

The theme for OAM 2012 isNever Too Old to Play! It puts a

spotlight on the important roleolder adults play in sharing their experience, wisdom, andunderstanding, and passing onthat knowledge to other generations in a variety of

significant ways.Lifelong participation in social,

creative, and physical activitieshas proven health benefits as wellas improved cognitive abilities.While Boone County Senior

Services provides services,support, and resources to older Americans year-round, Older Americans Month is a greatopportunity to show specialappreciation for some of our most

beloved citizens.

BCSSI is joining in the national

celebration by promoting the

month through “Fun Fridays”.

Each Friday during May, we willoffer activities between 1-3PM.

Come and join us and

remember —you are Never Too

Old to Play!

Older Americans Month

By Sue Ritz, Executive Director

http://www.olderamericansmonth.org/



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Volunteers Needed

Friendly Visitors

Benefit BankBCSSI OfficeZionsville Area

Polo Charity & More!

Contact: 765-482-5220 or 317-873-

8939 or [email protected]

Thank you Lanny Knox for representing BCSSI in theIndiana Para Transit ROADEO.Participants had to take a writtentest, drive an obstacle course,load/unload their vehicle and doa pre-trip inspection.

Congratulations to JimMossman for completing 5 years

of service as a driver with our agency! THANK YOU, JIM!

Check out our website at

www.booneseniors.org

Calendar of ActivitiesSenior Sounds Newsletters

Friendly Visitor NewsResources

Donation link & More!



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The Boone County Council onAging recently held their annualOlder Hoosier and Senior Volunteer of the Year Awardsluncheon. Nominees includedMary Beth Pauley, JohnRandel, Nancy Hendrickson,Richard Burdett, Barbara

Darnell and Joan Mohr.

Congratulations to Nancy

Hendrickson and Joan Mohr (pictured above) for beingselected as the 2012 Older Hoosier and Senior Volunteer of the Year.

Thank you to all of our Lunch ‟n Learn speakers.Turn to page 8 for moredetails on this FREE program.

If you are a Boone Countybusiness interested in

sponsoring the 2013 BooneCounty Grandparent Calendar give us a call! Proceedssupport the mission of BCSSI.

Contact: 765-82-5220 or 317-873-8939 or [email protected]

Will Braniff, Bereavement Coordinator

from Great Lakes Caring recently spoketo our Lunch’n Learn attendees.



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BATS

Boone

AreaTransitSystem

Call 482-5220 or 317-873-8939County Wide, All Ages

Monday—Friday7:30AM—4:30PM

Boone Area Transit Facts

Did you know?

During 2011:23,839 trips were taken1,396 different individuals served243,337 revenue miles logged

Comparison:Jan-Mar 2011 5,833 tripsJan-Mar 2012 6,318 trips

21 drivers are on staff 18 vehicles operated

All drivers must have:Public Passenger LicenseCDL PhysicalDrug & Alcohol TestsPassenger Assistance TrainingEmergency Evacuation Training

Additional trainings as required

ABATE Adventure Ride

to host motorcycle rally

to benefit BCSSI!

June 23

Boone County Senior Services, Inc.

515 CrownPointe Dr.,

Lebanon

Registration and breakfastbegins at 8:00AM

Departure at 10:00AM

Lunch provided after the100 mile motorcycle ride

For more information contactNeal Germonprez 482-9450



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What’s Happening in Zionsville?

Focus group meetings have recentlybeen held in Zionsville. The goal of themeetings was to educate the attendeesabout the services provided by BCSSI andfor the participants to provide feedbackabout the ways the agency can better serve

the Zionsville community. If you areinterested in participating in a future focusgroup contact the number below.

BCSSI recently met with Derek Fisher, managing editor for the newlylaunched Zionsville Current newspaper. Look for information fromBCSSI to be published in upcoming issues of the Zionsville Current.

Items will include educational columns, activities and events that impactseniors in the Zionsville community. For more information about theZionsville Current go to www.zionsvillecurrent.com.

Preparation for Boone County Polo Charity is taking place. If you area Zionsville resident and interested in learning more about this exciting,

family friendly event and how you can help make it a success pleasecontact our office today! We are looking for volunteers and sponsors. Goto www.booneseniors.org for more information. Proceeds support BCSSIand the Witham Health Services Foundation.

Senior computer classes coming soon to Zionsville! Watch for

details to come or contact our office for more information.

4th Friday Lunch ’n Learn continues to be a success! A FREE Lunch ‟n Learn is held at the Zionsville Town Hall the 4th Fridayof every month from 12:00-1:00PM. Topics will vary. RSVP bycontacting the number below. Limited to the first 25 attendees.

For more information regarding the topics listed above contactBCSSI at 317-873-8939 or [email protected]



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May/June Classes & ActivitiesCall 482-5220 for Registration and Information

All Classes & Activities held at BCSSI

Legal AssistanceFree legal assistance will beoffered May 21 & June 18beginning at 9:00AM at BCSSI.Call BCSSI for an appointment.

Mother’s Day Tea May 3 from 1:00PM-3:00PMMoms and daughters, don your

finest hat and join usfor a lady's tea. TheCragun House willpresent their collection of hats

and gloves. Contact BCSSI toregister.

Needlepoint Class A Free class (only supplies are

needed) will be offered on May7 & June 4 from 1:30-3:30PMat BCSSI. Instructed by LindaBurkhart owner of NeedleworkElegance. To register contactLinda directly at 765-284-9427.

Lunch ’n Learn Join us for a FREE Lunch ‟n Learn about

current topics that affectseniors and their caregivers. Theluncheon is every Wednesday atnoon and is limited to 25 people.

For reservations contact:

765-482-5220 or 317-873-8939May 2 Farmer‟s Market

with Lisa Cangany

May 9 Judy Walburn, BooneCo. Historical Society

May 16 Tai Chi Demo withLaura Michel

May 23 Skin Care with StaceyDempster

May 30 GamesJune 6 Pathway to Memory

June 13 BCCOA MeetingSpeaker George Slater

June 20 Field Trip to EagleCreek Park

June 27 Medicare-Medicaid



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Computer Help for RookiesDo you wish you knew more

about computers and how touse them. Get independentinstruction from BCSSI staff member Frances Thurston.Registration required.

FREE Class. Every TuesdayFrom 1:00PM-3:00PM

Bereavement Support GroupMay 22 & June 26 from 1:00-3:30PM. “Working Through Grief"

will meet the fourth Tuesday of each month. The support group isfree and for those who haveexperienced a loss.

May/June Classes & ActivitiesCall 482-5220 for Registration and Information

All Classes & Activities held at BCSSI

Celebrate Older Americans

Month at BCSSI

Every Friday in May from1:00PM-3:00PM

Games~ Prizes~Refreshments

No Registration Required

May 4 Off to the Races

May 11 BINGO

May 18 Wii & Board Games

May 25 Board GamesCheck out our calendar of

activities atwww.booneseniors

Les Girls Craft GroupBring your own craft! All

ages of ladies arewelcome. The group will meetMay 9 & June 13 at 1:00PM.No registration required.



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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

3 41 2

7 8:30AMIndy Motor Speedway

LunchCharlieBrown‟s

89:00AM

TippecanoeMall

9 109:45AMIndians

vs.LHV

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14 1510:45 AMHollyhock

HillRestaurant

169:00AM

CastletonSquare Mall

17 18 11:30AMSimple Thyme

AntiquesEmbellish

Bakery F‟Fort 21 22

9:00AMGreenwoodPark Mall

239:00AM

Eagle CreekOrnithology

Orange Leaf FrozenYogurt

24 10AMRopkey Armor Museum

LunchCreekside

Lodge

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Office

Closed

29 30 8:30 AMIndiana

StateMuseum

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May 2012 Van Trips For more info about van trips refer to page 12.



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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

18:00AM

Nashville

4 59:00AM

TippecanoeMall

6 7 8 10:00AMStrawberry

FestivalC‟VIlle

118:00AM

Fair OaksFarm

12 13 149:00AM

EdinburghOutletMall

15 10:30AMPerillo‟ s Pizzeria

AntiquesNorth

Salem

18 199:30AM

Lucas OilStadium Tour

LunchShapiro‟s

20 21 229:00AM

GreenwoodPark Mall

25 269:00AM

Castleton

Square Mall

27 289:00AM

Prophet‟s

Town

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June 2012 Van Trips To schedule a van trip please call 482-5220.



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BCSSI Van Trip InformationRefer to trip dates on Pages 10-11

To schedule call:

482-5220 or (317) 873-8939 A minimum of 4 people per trip.Day of trip cancellations will be

charged a transportation fee.Depart from: BCSSI

Arrangements can be made to bepicked up in Zionsville, Thorntown or Jamestown. You are responsible for payingtransportation costs, food &admission fees.

Transportation Cost (round trip)per person on van:

$5.00-Zionsville, Indy, Frankfort$6.00-Lafayette, Greenwood,Crawfordsville, North Salem$10.00 Edinburgh

Indianapolis Motor SpeedwayMuseum $5.00 admission, $5.00track lap (if track is available).HollyHock Hill: Specializing infamily style dining since 1928.

Indianapolis Indians: Reservedseats $11.00 at the box office.

Eagle Creek Ornithology: $2.00entry fee. Bird watching at it‟s finest. Free boxed lunch will be provided.

Ropkey Armor Museum: Freeadmission. One of the finestcollections of U.S. Tactical MilitaryVehicles in the country. Located inCrawfordsville.

Indiana State Museum: Senior

Admission $6.50. Explore Indiana‟spast, present and future. Lunch atthe Canal Café or the L.S. Ayres TeaRoom.

Fair Oaks Farm: Senior Admission$5.00. Tours, birthing barns, cheeseshop and more.

Perillo’s Pizzeria: Pizza by the sliceand pasta dishes. Located in NorthSalem.

Lucas Oil Stadium Tour: Tour fee

$5.00 A behind the scenes look at thehome of the Indianapolis Colts. Tour lasts 1 hour.

Thank You for your Van Trip Suggestions!Keep Them Coming!!



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Pauline Reeves AwardedCaregiver of the Year!

Pauline has always been a selfless

person. Her husband, Mike wasdiagnosed in 2006 with Lewy BodyDementia. Pauline immediately doveinto research to learn more about hiscondition. Her knowledge savedMike‟s life when he went to thehospital for gallbladder surgery and

she stopped the nurse beforeadministering medicine that wouldreact adversely with his other medications. The next day, the headhospital pharmacist thanked Paulineand asked her to lead a panel

discussion with hospital doctors.When Pauline saw there was not alocal support group for Lewy Bodyfamilies she started one. There arecountless other things Pauline hasdone for Mike. She truly sacrificeseverything. “If I help at least oneperson, it‟s worth the time,” Paulinesays.

BCSSI is a member of the EAT Coalition withother Central Indiana

agencies. We havefound that traditionallyhunger focuses on theneeds of children. While

children do need our attention, there isanother group of individuals whoexperience food insecurity-the elderly.One of the biggest issues facing hungryseniors is the lack of awareness thatthere is a problem. Seniors are themost vulnerable population. Perhapsthey have no family or no one whocares for them. The elderly may have

to decide whether to buy prescriptiondrugs or groceries.

Therefore, the EAT Coalition wasformed. Members have come together for 3 reasons:E-Education A-Access C-Choice

Each month the group will focus onEducation, Access, & Choice by using aspecific theme. BCSSI will discuss thetopic during our Lunch „n Learns,through the media, on our Facebookpage, and on our website.

SNAP To! What is SNAP? During themonth of May BCSSI will talk about thisvery important program for seniors.

2-1-1. The 2-1-1 program is all about

sharing information and finding

resources. During June BCSSI willshare what this means.



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Grandparent Visitation

By Tamie Jo Morog, attorney

I frequently receive calls fromgrandparents because they areprevented from visiting their grandchildren. Other calls come from

grandparents who have been raisinggrandchildren due to the parents‟problems with the law, the parents‟drug problems, or because theparents generally ignore their responsibilities to care for their children and now the parents deny

the grandparents visitation with thegrandchildren.

Common law does not automaticallyprovide grandparents visitation rights.Statutory law, however, does provide

visitation rights to grandparents.Indiana Code § 31-17-5-1 providesrelief to grandparents if the child‟sparent is deceased, the marriage of the child‟s parents has been dissolvedin Indiana or, in certain instances,when the child is born out of wedlock.

Thus, the only time grandparents mayseek court granted visitation is if adivorce has occurred, a child is bornout of wedlock, or one of the child‟s

parent is deceased. If the child wasborn during a marriage and the parentsare still married, the grandparents donot have the statutory right to seekvisitation with their grandchild. Thisright of visitation exists for grandparents of the custodial parent

and non-custodial parent alike.In evaluating a grandparent‟s requestfor visitation, Indiana courts are guidedby the “best interest” of the childstandard. In determining the child‟sbest interest, typically the court

considers whether a grandparent hashistorically had or attempted to havemeaningful contact with the child and if so, the extent of this contact andrelationship.

An objective of the legislature in

enacting the grandparent visitationstatute was to strengthen family bondsin an era which has seen generaldisintegration of these bonds. From apolicy perspective, grandparentvisitation is designed to promote

intergenerational contact andstrengthen the bonds of an extendedfamily when the family itself has been



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dissolved. In many cases, a specialbond develops which is significantlybeneficial to both the grandparents

and the grandchildren.

In reality, in interpreting thegrandparent visitation statute, thecourts are reluctant to order visitation.The perspective, generally, is that thechild‟s parents know what is in the

best interest of their child. The courtshave been more willing to entertaingrandparent visitation requests whenthe grandparent is the parent of thenon-custodial parent and the non-custodial parent is not involved with

the child. In these instances, our courts will look at the relationshipthese grandparents had with thegrandchild prior to the custodialparent‟s refusal to allow visitation tothe grandparents.

The adults should remember that thechild has almost always suffered atleast one terrible loss. The adultslove the child and should realize thata legal war over who is fit/unfit, stable/unstable or legally forced into or

forced out of the children‟s lives isdetrimental to the child.

Parents should welcome and desiretheir child‟s grandparent‟sinvolvement with the grandchild.

Unfortunately, though, children aretoo often used as pawns or adultslose sight of what is in the best

interest of the children. Allgenerations are extremely importantin a child‟s life for any number of

reasons. Before withholding a childfrom their grandparent, the parentshould focus on the children and thefuture of the family. As Charlie Asher,the founder of www.uptoparents.orglikes to remind attorneys, “Parentsand grandparents alike need to

understand they have one scorecard,the children‟s well-being, and theyeach score well by reducing conflict,building cooperation and beingcourteous and; No legal „victory‟stands to restore the parent-

grandparent cooperation that childrendesperately need.”

Editor‟s

Note:

Tamie Jo

Morog is anattorney

with the firm

of Kirtley,

Taylor,

Sims, Chadd & Minnette, P.C. This

column is meant to provide general

information only and is not to be

construed as legal advice. For

specific information concerning your

case, consult a lawyer.

http://www.uptoparents.org/

http://www.uptoparents.org/



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As my 8 year old son Jake‟sclassmates traveled south for springbreak, he was disappointed that hewas not going to the beach or Disney World. Little did he know Ihad a very special visit planned.Thanks to Lebanon residents Allen

Andrews, a retired history teacher and war historian and Ray Mahoy,a Vietnam Veteran, we traveledwest to the Ropkey ArmoredMuseum just outside Crawfordsville.

The museum is owned by FredRopkey who served in the U.S.Marine Corps from 1949-55. Hebegan his collection at 8 years of age when he received his great-

grandfathers civil war pistol.The museum is free to thepublic and features one of thelargest armored military collectionsin the country. It is a beautifultribute to our military history and canbe shared for generations to come.

I know the museum visit along withthe opportunity to speak with twoveterans left a lasting impression onJake‟s life. He is begging me to

return!

Thank you to Allen Andrews, RayMahoy and Fred Ropkey for sharing their knowledge andpassion with my son.

For more information go to:

www.ropkeyarmormuseum.com

BCSSI will be taking a van trip tothe museum on May 24 call 765-482-5220 to register.

BCSSI Spotlight—Ropkey Armored MuseumBy Sonya Shoup, BCSSI Staff Member

Jake with Fred Ropkey & Ray Mahoy

Jake with Fred Ropkey’s first tank he pur-

chased at 11 years of age.



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In Memory of Maretta ShelbyNancy ReissIn Memory of Mike DeLaRosa

Tom & Ingrid TempleDonald & Virginia HussongChuck & Debbie StrychalskiRod & Jean Rose

Amanda Schuetz & Jennifer SchuetzMr. & Mrs. Sam WoodGeorge & Elaine SchuetzMr. & Mrs. Jason SchuetzTerry & Amanda FearrinRandy & Ruth Carter

In Memory of Richard KrumwiedJerry & Gulie McGowanIn Memory of Helen Tjomsland

Peter & Vanessa PeganIn Memory of Judy Holden Wright

Donald & Sue QuickIn Memory of Barbara Gray

Susie HabelIn Memory of Loved Ones

Doris Smith & Sandy Gilson

In Memory of Ruth J. “Janie” Culley Doris Jean Metzger In Memory of Tom McClure

Monte & Florence JuilleratIn Memory of Rosanna Shook

Leonard & Dorothy PylesIn Honor of Dwight & Penny Bridge

Rose Marie FergusonIn Honor of George & Barbara Anderson

Rose Marie FergusonIn Honor of Herb & Taedetta McRoberts

Rose Marie FergusonIn Honor of Jeff & Sharon Wood

Rose Marie FergusonIn Honor of Tom & Judy Cunningham

Rose Marie FergusonIn Honor of Charles D. Smith’s

90th Birthday

Suzanne DavidsonLee Smith

In Honor of A Special Doctor Donald & Virginia Hussong

Agency Memorial & Honorarium Gifts

BCSSI Memorial and Honorarium Donation FormIn Memory of:____________________________________________ In Honor of: _____________________________________________ Please send notification card to:______________________________ Street Address:___________________________________________ City, State, Zip:___________________________________________

Thank you for your gift.Please mail form with payment to:BCSSI, 515 CrownPointe Dr, Lebanon, IN 46052



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Low Carb Pancake CrepesAn easy recipe for two!

3 oz. cream cheese, softened2 eggs, beaten1 tsp. ground cinnamon

1 Tbsp. sugar-free syrup1 tsp. butter

In a bowl, mash the cream cheese with beaten eggs

until mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Beat incinnamon and sugar free syrup. Melt the butter in a nonstick skilletover medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and pour in severaltablespoons of the batter. Swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet. Allow to cook until set, about 4 minutes on first side, flip the crepewith a spatula and cook the other side until the crepe shows small

browned spots, 1-2 more minutes.

Tempting Tuna SaladAn easy recipe for two!

1 (6 oz.) can chunk light tuna,drained1/4 up creamy salad dressing

(such as Miracle Whip)1 hard boiled egg, chopped

1/2 apple, diced1/2 cup chopped toasted pecansSalt & pepper to taste

Stir the tuna, salad dressing, egg, apple and pecanstogether in bowl; season with salt and pepper. Chill inrefrigerator at least 1 hour before serving.

To submit your favorite recipes contact

[email protected] or mail toBCSSI, attn. Sonya Shoup

515 CrownPointe Dr., Lebanon, IN 46052



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3, 2, 1 CAKEMake a mini-cake in one minute! Submitted by Jessica Evans.

1 box angel food cake1 box cake mix-pick any flavor 2 Tbsp. water

These individual little cakes are amazing and ready to

eat in one minute. Perfect for a treat whenever you feel like it!In a Ziploc bag, combine the two cake mixes together and mix well.For each individual cake serving, take out 3 tablespoons of the cakemix and mix it with 2 tablespoons of water in a small microwave-safecontainer. Microwave on high for 1 minutes, and you will have ainstant mini-cake. Keep remaining mix stored in bag and use when

you feel like a you want a treat. You can top each cake withwhipped topping.

Grilled Steak & Onion Rings on Garlic Bread

10 min. prep, 20 min. total

1 lb. trimmed skirt steak2 Tbsp. teriyaki sauce4 slices French bread1 red onion, cut into rings

1 clove garlic, halved

3 cups arugula4 radishes, cut into matchsticks2 Tbsp. olive oil1 1/2 Tbsp. lemon juice

Prepare lightly oiled grill for medium-high heat.Brush steak with sauce. Grill steak, bread and onion.Rub warm bread with cut sides of garlic. Toss

remaining ingredients in bowl. Season. Divide among 4 plates.Slice steak and serve on top of bread with onion. Add to plates.Makes 4 servings.



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We hope you have enjoyed this issue of Senior Sounds.It is a bi-monthly publication for all Boone Countyresidents age 60 or older, and is published by Boone

County Senior Services, Inc.

To change your address call (765) 482-5220 or (317) 873-8939. Toadd a name to the mailing list, please send your $5 donation todefray printing and mailing costs to:

BOONE COUNTY SENIOR SERVICES, INC.515 CROWNPOINTE DRIVE, LEBANON, IN 46052

E-mail us at [email protected] Boone County Senior Services, Inc. is partially

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