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Mark your calendars, theater enthusiasts. The Adobe Theater

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The play was written by playwright Richard Atkins with dramaturgy by Tony winning author and Las Cruces resident Mark Medoff, who wrote the play “Children of a Lesser God.”

Producers say a Broadway caliber set and lighting designer from Santa Fe and a cast comprised of the best actors the area has to offer will go into making the play. The script itself certainly comes with

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In this play, two brothers, orphans of the Holocaust, own a struggling Jewish delicatessen in New York City, circa 1972. Not long after the play begins, we hear of a new, larger German deli preparing to open across the street. The play follows the intense friction between both Jewish and German factions and how that struggle profoundly affects the next generation.

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Aviation has played an important role in Albuquerque’s

development ever since the first barnstorming pilot entertained crowds at a territorial fair in 1911. But the history of air travel has also been marred from time to time by tragedies and disasters. Among the most memorable was a crash that occurred 60 years ago this month.

Saturday, February 19, 1955, dawned overcast and cold in Albuquerque. A snowstorm was in progress over the Sandia Mountains, shrouding them in clouds. At the Municipal Airport (It was not yet called the Sunport.), TWA Flight 260 was preparing for takeoff, with 13 passengers and a three-person flight crew aboard. The twin-engine Martin 404 was bound for the East Coast with several scheduled stops en route. The first was to be in Santa Fe.

At 7:05 a.m. the plane lifted off, made a broad turn to the north, climbed into the clouds and disappeared. It never arrived in Santa Fe. The plane had simply vanished.

A massive air and ground search was mounted, but it wasn’t until mid-morning on the next day that what was left of the plane was spotted, strewn across a granite crag high on the rugged western face of the Sandias. An Air Force colonel surveying the charred wreckage by helicopter a couple of hours later declared, “There could have been no survivors,” according an Albuquerque Journal article published two days after the crash.

Nevertheless, a small army of would-be rescuers gathered at the base of the mountain. It included police and military personnel,

TWA officials, Explorer Scouts, friends and associates of the victims (several of whom had strong ties to the community), and random volunteers who were (or claimed to be) familiar with the terrain. It was not even clear who was in charge.

By the time the search party was ready to head out, the winter sun had begun dropping toward the western horizon. It might have been more prudent to wait until the following day, but the group was caught up in the moment, and perhaps underestimated the difficulty of reaching the crash site. Most of those who surged up the mountainside were underdressed and ill-equipped to spend the night in the open. By the time they made their way to the base of the pinnacle where the plane had struck, darkness had fallen. The State Police had to set up two powerful searchlights at the base camp on Juan Tabo Road and train them on the mountainside so the men could see to gather firewood to warm themselves.

An advance party that had already scaled the rocky pinnacle fared even worse. They found themselves stranded with little food, no bedrolls and not even enough level ground on which to lie. They spent a miserable, sleepless night shivering on an exposed ledge in the sub-zero cold.

Sadly, despite their heroic efforts, the rescue parties could do nothing for the crash victims other than to assist in the recovery of their bodies. All had died on impact.

Airliners carried no “black box” recorders in those days, so the cause of the crash had to be deduced from the scanty evidence available. Initially it was thought that the pilots were

attempting to take a shortcut to Santa Fe by flying over, rather than around, the mountain. But further investigation pointed to a malfunctioning fluxgate compass system as the more likely cause. Relying on their instruments in the dense cloud cover, the pilots had apparently been led off course by erroneous compass readings, ending up some 10 miles east of where they should have been. The plane leveled off at an assigned cruising altitude of 9,000 feet—about 1,600 feet too low to clear Sandia Crest. It was traveling at more than 200 mph when it slammed into the mountain.

Because of its precarious location, most of the wreckage was left in place. In 1965, during the construction of the Sandia Peak Tramway, which passes almost directly over the crash site, the larger pieces that remained atop the pinnacle were dragged off by helicopter. Some ended up and in the canyon below, where they remain.

Today the crash site is known as TWA Canyon. It can be seen from the tram, and if the light is right,

bits of the aircraft’s aluminum skin still glimmer in the sunshine. An unofficial hiking trail branching off the Domingo Baca Trail leads to the wreckage. It can be accessed from the Elena Gallegos Open Space. But be warned: The climb is steep and difficult and should not be attempted by inexperienced hikers.

At the site, a small plaque has been erected to honor the memory of the 16 people who died there.

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The increase in senior skiing has been attributed, in part, to advances in medical

devices that repair and strengthen knees and hips. A healthier lifestyle has also kept people over the age of 60 playing both warm- and cold-weather sports longer.

And that means many seniors are looking for deals and discounts that fit their fixed income lifestyle so

that they can hit the slopes without breaking the bank. New Mexico ski areas understand that and have made some deals available to seniors. Both Sandia Peak and Santa Fe ski areas have a senior discount pass. Called the Silver Pass at both locations, it is for ages 62 to 71 and provides for lift access all season, with no restrictions. The pass costs $449.

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$36 half day, $54 full day. • Taos Ski Basin: Ages 65-

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• Sipapu: Ages 60-69 ticket prices range from $15-$29 depending on the lift. Ages 70 and older ski free.

Joining a senior ski club that connects downhillers to deals is another option. These clubs also provide social opportunities for like-minded senior skiers. The national 70+ Ski Club, which is at www.70plusskiclub.org, is the largest senior ski club, with more than 10,000 members.

Members pay $10 annually. Couples joining together get a deal at $15 and receive a distinctive 70+ patch, as well as a privilege card with a list of ski areas that honor discounted or free skiing. The 70+ Club Newsletter is published twice annually and includes member news and information about enticing ski trips. It also features travel destinations to which the Club is heading. These include

Lake Tahoe, at the border of California and Nevada; Steamboat Springs, Colo.; Bachelor, Oregon; and Brighton, Utah.

Before you take to the slopes with the discounts in place, make sure you are in ski shape to avoid injuries. Orthopedic specialists recommend the following for people skiing during their golden years:

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The way Judy Owens (cover photo) explains it, she wasn’t looking for love; Rex Corbin

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At the time, eight years ago, they were both in their late 50s and shaking off divorces. The last thing either of them expected was to find a new love interest within months of their divorces becoming final. She was 57, he was 59. They met at a dinner party with mutual friends. They found their conversations came easily, the like was mutual.

“But for months we denied being in a relationship,” said Owens. “It took us years, actually, to acknowledge this. Here’s another thing. We’ve had a great time from the start, but we’re not married, we don’t live together and we think that is a part of why it works.”

The couple travel and have a renewed interest in their financial planning, Corbin said.

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our financial advisors,” he said. “So we fired them all and then began learning and training with a financial planning company. We love it. We share our successes and we commiserate about the hiccups we face. But we sure do enjoy this aspect of life.”

Finding love after 50, 60 and beyond is not at all unusual, as we have discovered at Prime Time. We asked others who found their significant others in their later years to tell us how it happened. After all, Valentine’s Day is not just for the young but the young at heart.

“I don’t think it’s ever too late to fall in love,” Owens said.

She is not the only one who has this sentiment. Here is Kim and Bill Kent’s story.

“Bill was a patient at the dental office I worked at, and we got to talking when he would come for dental work, said Kim Kent. “Then we found out we both liked music and were actively interested in it. So he called my office and asked me to go to the symphony. Then we had a few dates - kind of sporadic

- but eventually he couldn’t resist, and we started seeing each other a lot more often. He was definitely a little slower at wanting a relationship, but it all worked out in the end.”

Bill is 64 now, and Kim is 58. They were married in 2009, and they enjoy traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

Prime Time recently went to Facebook to ask people to share their stories of finding love in their golden years. There was one story that stood out among all the others.

It is that of Florencio and Georgia Baca, as told by Florencio’s daughter, Chana Baca.

“My dad was a widow for a long time,” Chana said. “My mother died at 38, and my father never wanted to remarry because he thought his sole purpose was to raise us on his own.”

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Florencio and Georgia got married in the early 80s, when Florencio was 65. He died eight years later, said Chana. Georgia died about six years ago.

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Retirement is another transition in life. And Sharon Miles, a licensed,

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She knows financial stability is important, but often times retirees go into their next phase of life without a plan on how to stay positive, happy and healthy.

“Retirement is one of the big transitions in our lives,” she said. “And often, they get a lot of financial advice, but maybe don’t get the support they need for the real living through your retirement.”

She said there are some frightening statistics out there. Such as, the largest number of suicides in America are males who are more than 65 years old. Many of these men have retired and then find they start to feel as they no longer have a purpose.

“I’ve been a geriatric care manager for 18 years,” Miles said. “I am a consultant for families and their aging parents. Over the years, as I approach retirement age myself (she is 60), I began to look at how people choose to live out their

older years outside of their work. I thought, wouldn’t it be wonderful if people could stay positive about aging?”

That’s when she became part of the positive/conscious aging movement. Whether you choose to volunteer, pursue a love of hobbies that you didn’t have time for when you worked, traveled or simply wanted to be home to visit friends and family on you own time, everyone should have a plan, said Miles.

There are many different websites to find information on positive aging and conscious aging. Miles said she is part of LifePlan, a national network of people who are part of the growing movement to keep aging positive.

Miles will be presenting a workshop on Feb. 12, at Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center at Paseo Del Norte and Wyoming from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for anyone interested in these senior issues.

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Gretchen Heitzler, 99, wrote her first book 34 years ago at the age of 65.

Plenty has happened in Heitzler’s life since then, including the completion of her second book, Meanwhile, Back at the Altar, which was recently released.

Her first book, Meanwhile Back at the Ranch, was on one of New Mexico’s bestsellers in the 80s and told the story of her first mar-riage to rancher husband Rusty Knott, manager of Three Rivers Ranch in southern New Mexico. In the book she chronicles the years living on the ranch during WWII.

In the second book, Heitzler writes an entertaining account of the trials and tribulations of widowhood and her second marriage. She describes how she has gone on with humor, drama and affection for the people and circumstances as she approaches

a century of living.With the new book, Heitzler

said she wanted readers to see how her life transpired in Albu-querque since 1980 and through the death of her first husband and marriage to her second husband, Charlie Heitzler. She said she truly did find humor in both in order to balance the often dramat-ic and heartbreaking times.

After graduating from Texas Tech in 1938, Gretchen moved to Albuquerque with her mother and sister to be closer to their extended family, owners of the legendary Butt’s Drug Stores in Albuquerque. While teaching English at Washington Jr. High in Albuquerque, she met and mar-ried Knotts. They were married until his death in 1961.

She remarried Heitzler in 1967. He died in 2013. “My mother explains in both her books how you kind of forge ahead in life,” said her daughter, Marianne Wright. “My mother once wrote

that while other girls at her school all wanted to be actresses, all she ever wanted to be was a writer.”

Heitzler said she decided to finish her second book in 2013 at the age of 98, because she had more to say about her life and thought others might understand its value to them as well. She lives at home in Albuquerque and is contemplating a third book, topic unknown, said Wright.

Both books are available on Amazon.com.

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The El Castillo Retirement Community in Santa Fe is home to many residents and

plenty of accomplished writers who are members of its writers group.

Of the seven members of El Castillo Writers Group, five have published books in the past three years. One of the people who works with the group says more books will certainly be on the way. An anthology of the members’ writing, “Writing at Time’s Edge,” was published earlier this year.

“Unlike many community writing group for elders where minimal amounts of writing is actually accomplished, this is a devoted and committed group,

though many of the members only began writing in their later years,” said Tanya Rubinstein, who helps facilitate the group. “The core group is aged 85-94. The members of the group have also become extremely supportive of each other, not only emotionally, but in terms of helping each other to complete and release their work.”

Throughout the year, the group gives readings of their work, providing excellent opportunities for anyone who wants to be inspired by writers in their golden years. The next reading will be at 3 p.m. June 8 at Collected Works Bookstore, 202 Galisteo St., Santa Fe. The members share stories about their own work and recommend good reading by other authors. Their goal is to reach out

to those who think it is too late for them to begin writing.

“They hope to serve as an inspiration and model to elders who are yearning for a deep creative community,” said Rubinstein.

A recent news release from the group says, “Writing in the last quarter of one’s life is different, as authors at El Castillo Retirement Community have learned. There is insight, gems from encounters you would never imagine, and deep appreciation of what love accomplishes in the face of loss.”

This writing group meets weekly to critique one another’s work and enhance their writing skills. Their collection of stories and poetry in “Writing at Time’s Edge” attests to the vitality that can propel the old as well as the

young to new growth. The book is available at Collected Works Bookstore.

One book review from Miriam Sagan, director of the Creative Writing program at Santa Fe Community College, called it a “treasure trove of an anthology from the El Castillo Writers Group.

“(This book) goes far beyond reminiscence, presenting stories and poems that have great verve and style. The power of the group to serve as both inspiration and editorial support is obvious. Each writer’s voice is distinct and unique, while the sense of community makes the book more than the sum of its pieces. Read Writing at Time’s Edge for wisdom, insight, humor, and a true look at the human heart.”

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Broad prescription drug coverage has been available to Medicare beneficiaries

for a decade through enrollment with private drug-only plans and health plans. The coverage can involve substantial out-of-pocket costs - monthly premiums, deductibles, substantial copays and a coverage gap known infamously as the Donut Hole – with the specifics varying considerably among plans.

The law authorizing the program, recognizing the high prices of prescription drugs, established a source of financial help for lower income beneficiaries. It became known as Extra Help (a/k/a LIS, for Low Income Subsidy). Extra Help covers all or part of any plan’s premiums, and, for plan-covered drugs, eliminates or reduces deductibles, eliminates the Donut Hole and significantly reduces copays. It also entitles beneficiaries to switch plans promptly if they choose.

Extra Help assists two groups of beneficiaries: those who

also have almost any type of Medicaid coverage, who qualify automatically; and any others who can satisfy specified income and asset limits. The income limits, based upon percentages of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), will soon increase, while the asset limits, established by a separate formula, took effect January 1.

Beneficiaries with countable income up to 150 percent of FPL, currently $1,459/month ($1,966 for couples), and countable assets up to $12,140 ($24,250 for couples) can qualify. However, the amount of help is greatest for beneficiaries with Medicaid, or with countable income up to 135 percent of FPL, currently $1,313/month ($1,770 for couples) and countable assets under $7,280 ($10,250 for couples). “Countable” refers to the fact that many types of income and assets are not counted. For example, $1,500 of each beneficiary’s assets is disregarded if the person states they expect to use some assets for funeral/burial expenses. In other words, eligible beneficiaries’ actual income and asset levels can be much greater than those listed

above.Beneficiaries without Medicaid

can apply for Extra Help with the Social Security Administration. They can also apply for Medicaid with the state and if found eligible, will qualify for Extra Help automatically. But there are reasons for applying for both. Medicaid can provide additional health coverage, including for Medicare premiums and Part A and B cost sharing. In addition, SSA Extra Help determinations are usually faster and effective within the month of application, while some Medicaid coverage, e.g. QMB, does not take effect until the month after eligibility is confirmed. Moreover, Extra Help financial eligibility determinations can use higher income levels and will disregard more types of income and assets than Medicaid.

While beneficiaries can sign up for the drug coverage only during specific time periods, they can apply for Extra Help at any time they have the

coverage. Applications through SSA can be made using a special form, by phone or online. It is best to apply online.

Further information and assistance is available at www.ssa.gov/medicare/prescriptionhelp/, which links to the online application. Information and assistance is also available from local sources, including the NM Aging and Disability Resource Center, 1-800-432-2080.

Mr. Parks is with the nonprofit Mandy Pino Center for Life Planning and Benefits Choices, which notes that January was Cervical Health Awareness Month. For information on that important subject, see www.cdc.gov/women/observances/index.htm.

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VOLUNTEERSCasa Esperanza seeks 1-2 persons to help our Give Hope A Ride program, every 2nd Saturday of each month. 8:30 to 1:30.Tasks include paper work and assistance with auction. Training provided with minimum 6 month commitment. [email protected] Saturday monthly, 8:30 to 1:30, help with Give Hope A Ride auction near Central and Wyoming to benefit Casa Esperanza. Tasks are paper work and car lot help. Training with 6 month minimum commitment please. [email protected]

The City of Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) is recruiting volunteers 55 years of age and older for the following opportunities. For more information call 764-1616.

Adelante Development Center, Inc Volunteer Coordinator: Adelante Development Center is seeking a volunteer 20-30 hours a week to help in the coordination of their volunteer program. This person would work primarily at the Corporate Headquarters on Osuna NE, in Albuquerque. Duties include screening volunteer applicants, actively seeking volunteers through volunteer-oriented websites, performing onsite presentations to interested groups, aiding in the data entry and tracking of our volunteer program, and recognizing our volunteers. There will also be opportunities to assist with fundraisers and other corporate events. Skills needed: Advanced verbal and written English skills, computer-comfortable, ability to hear well on the telephone, and general organizational skills.This volunteer will have a pivotal role in aiding Adelante in its mission “to assist and support people with disabilities in discovering and implementing their personal goals in life”. Volunteers are at the heart of Adelante’s success as a supporter of the values of independence, choices, safety, and quality services for people with disabilities.Benefits Counseling Center:Volunteers are needed to answer phone calls and questions and help people complete a benefits check –up, which is easy to use, computer – based form. You must be able to answer phone calls pleasantly, following a basic script, and perform administrative tasks like printing & faxing. Typing, to complete computer forms and other data entry tasks, is required. Training will be provided. Various two and four hour shifts are available between 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Albuquerque International Sunport Ambassador Volunteer: The volunteer will assist directing airport travelers and visitors in navigating the Albuquerque International Sunport and provide answers to questions regarding a variety of information. Parking will be provided for the volunteers.This program operates 7 days a week. Please commit to at least one 4-hour shift per week. Please indicate below which shift you would most likely be interested in. There are three different shifts available. You can decide which day/days you would like to volunteer. Please call 764-1616. 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Albuquerque Reads Program Volunteer tutors are needed for the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS). The Albuquerque Reads Program is located at three elementary schools. Tutors will play an important role to help kindergarten students get on the early track to success through reading. Volunteer tutors are needed for: One hour a morning, Once a week Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and ThursdaysAlzheimer’s Association The Alzheimer’s Association NM Chapter invites those interested to

Are you 60 years of age or older and are concerned about your alcohol use?

Volunteers are invited to participate in a study that looks at the effectiveness of a behavioral treatment designed for elderly individuals who report significant alcohol use problems.

If you qualify, you will be: • compensated for your time and effort • and your confidentiality will be protected To learn more about this study please call (505) 697-0784 Or (505) 697-0953

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

3rd Wednesday of each month Alzheimer’s Association Support Group 3rd Wednesday of each month…10:30 a.m.Palmilla Senior Living 10301 Golf Course Rd. NW Albuquerque, NM 87112(505)867-5022Adoption Support Group - Operation Identity is a peer led Support group for all members of the adoption triad: adult adoptees, birthparents, adoptive parents, or for anyone with an adoption connection. 7 pm, Anna Kaseman Presbyterian Hospital, Cottonwood Room (8300 Constitution Ave. NE) 281-7227 or visit NMOI.ORG

February 1-22Celebrations for New Mexico Black History Month: Feb. 1-8, Taste of Soul Week; Feb. 7, 4th annual Cotton Club Gala; Feb. 8, Film Screening: A Place at the Table; Feb.

12-15, Performance: Respect Yourself; Feb. 21, 2nd Annual STEM Festival and Work It Out Day; Feb. 22, New Mexico’s Gospel Best Singing Competition. Event location and times vary; visit nmblackhistorymonth.com. Call 407-6784.

February 5 - 15NM Italian Film & Culture Festival 2015Santa Fe: February 5-7, 2015 and Albuquerque: February 8-15, 2015 You don’t have to be Italian to enjoy this unique opportunity to experience the best of Italian cinema, food, music, wine, and tradition! All films are in Italian with English subtitles and include a great mix of genres, from comedy to drama to romance. Now in its 8th year, the NM Italian Film & Culture Festival brings to the Land of Enchantment a great lineup of 11 recent award-winning, and highly acclaimed Italian films in their local premieres. This year’s Festival also spotlights NM talent of Italian heritage,

including visual artists, authors, and musicians. The Festival exclusively benefis UNM Children’s Hospital. Visit Italianfilmfest.org for all the details! Festival event type, venues, ticket prices, and start times vary - see Italianfilmfest.org for details!

February 6-8Route 66 Casino Hotel SuperNationals, at EXPO NM: Home of the State Fair, 300 San Pedro NE, Friday, noon-10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. The Southwest’s largest indoor hot rod and custom car event with over 200 hot rods, custom cars, trucks, muscle cars and motorcycles. Admission $4-$15. Call 332-9222; visit thesupernationals.com.

February 7New Mexico Dachshund Rescue is holding an adoptathon February 7 from noon to 3 pm at Pet Co in Albuquerque at 3600 San Mateo Blvd near Academy. Dachshunds available for adoption will be present.

Volunteers will answer questions and help with the adoption process.Come and meet our adorable little dogs.

February 8-15NM Italian Film & Culture Festival, times, admission and venues vary, visit website italianfilmfest.org. Now in its 8th year, a line-up of recent, award winning and highly acclaimed Italian films includes a great mix of genres, from comedy to drama to romance. All films are in Italian with English subtitles.

February 10The Albuquerque Assn of Educational Retirees (AAER) is holding a MembershipReception to welcome all new members and prospective members on TuesdayFebruary 10, 2015, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. at the UNM Continuing Education Facility,1634 University Blvd N.E. Albuquerque. Russell Goff, Executive Director of the N.M. Assn of Retirees will give a brief

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Classifiedsbecome volunteers. Volunteer positions are varied and can involve clerical work, event participation, health fairs, group facilitators and Helpline counselors. Some positions require background check. Hours of work are flexible to meet the needs of the volunteer and the association. Positions are available Monday thru Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You have been touched by this disease or know of someone with the disease we would very much like to talk to you.Animal Humane New Mexico is in need of donations of dry cat and dog food To make a donation, please call Ellen Schmidt at 938-7863. Grain-free food is especially needed.Animal Humane New Mexico Clinic Receptionist: Two-Hour Shifts Available Four Days per Week. Volunteers needed to answer incoming phone calls, giveinformation on spay/neuter and shot services and schedule appointments. Training provided Qualifications: good phone skills and computer proficiency One Volunteer per 4-hour shift needed. Shifts are 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through ThursdayCatholic CharitiesSenior Transportation Service Driver: (Use of your own vehicle is required)Provide transportation for individuals age 60+ to medical appointments, grocery shopping and business office. Volunteer must have a good driving record, patient, courteous, polite, and pleasant. Volunteers are needed any day of the week and weekends are optional. Mileage reimbursement if required.Senior Transportation Ride Coordinator Answer phones, confirm ride requests and match rider and driver. (Coordinate rides). Enter information into the data base, complete rider intakes over the phone and mail packets. Volunteer must have good phone etiquette, patient, and be familiar with data entry. You

must take an Abuse Awareness training class. 2-3 volunteers are needed 2.5 hours per day, 5 days per week. Manzano Mesa Senior Center Van Drivers: Van drivers are needed at Manzano Mesa Multigenerational Center to drive for various in-town and out- of-town trips. Volunteers are reimbursed for lunch and admission on trips they drive. Volunteers are required to join the Retired and Senior Volunteer program and must obtain a City of Albuquerque City Operators Permit, (COP). Please call 764-1616. The Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) Advisory Council Needs members to join its efforts in promoting awareness and educating the community about FGP and senior issues. Council members advocate on behalf of FGP volunteers, evaluate the Program’s effectiveness, and assist in the recognition of Foster Grandparents by raising funds and in-kind resources. The Council currently meets once a month at the Barelas Senior Center. For more information call 764-6412.Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) is looking for volunteers age 55 and older who are interested in making a difference in a child’s life. Foster Grandparent volunteers must be willing to serve an average of 20 hours per week and must be able to pass a background check, physical, and tuberculosis test. Foster Grandparent volunteers serve one-on-one with children, working with them to build their social and emotional development as well as help improve their literacy skills. Volunteers receive mileage reimbursement, supplemental liability insurance, meals while on duty, pre-service and monthly trainings, and recognition throughout the year. Volunteers can also receive a small stipend if they meet the income guidelines. Call 764-6412 for more information and to apply today.

Meals on WheelsKitchen Aide: volunteers in the kitchen any day Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Drivers: Are needed to deliver meals to the homebound and day, Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 a.m. (Use of personal Vehicle is required).Ombudsman Program Ombudsmen are advocates and problem solvers for residents in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Please apply if you are looking for a rewarding experience that makes a difference in the lives of the elderly. Time commitment: 3 hours per week, any day Monday-Friday.Palo Duro Senior Center Gift ShopVolunteers are needed for 2 ½ hour shifts, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The gift shop is located in the Palo Duro Senior Center. For more information call 764-1616.Ronald McDonald House Family Room Volunteers Volunteers are needed to greet families and sign them in, maintain laundry room, stock food and drinks and help families with their needs. Volunteers are asked to work one three hour shift per week. Please call 764-1616. 9:00 a.m. – 12: p.m., 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Senior Companion Program (SCP) is seeking seniors to visit and assist other seniors in their homes: Senior Companions: Are 55 years of age or older, Volunteer 20-40 hours a week, Work with frail, at-risk, and/or isolated/homebound elderly, Senior Companion benefits include: Mileage reimbursement, Supplemental accident and liability coverage while on duty, Annual recognition event, Stipend for those who are income eligible, Initial and monthly training, Meals reimbursement. SCP volunteers assist clients with paying bills, grocery

shopping, errands, transportation to medical appointments, and light housekeeping. Most importantly, they provide companionship and develop friendships with their clients. Senior Companions can also provide respite service to family caregivers. The assistance Senior Companions provide to clients and their caregivers oftentimes allows recipients to remain in their home rather than being institutionalized, alleviates loneliness and helps to maintain a connection to their community. This service results in major health care cost-savings for seniors, their families, and communities. You Can Be a Senior Helping Seniors. Call 505-764-1612 for more information.The StorehouseVolunteers are needed to help sort food and clothes, package and distribute food to clients and directing traffic. Days/Hours: Tuesday-Friday 8 a.m. -12 noon You will receive hands on training. Mileage reimbursement is available to RSVP volunteers. RSVP is part of Senior Corps and is administered by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). The purpose of RSVP is to recruit senior volunteers into public, government and non-profit organizations to meet community needs. For this and other volunteer opportunities call 764-1616. The Desert Willow Gift Shop in the Palo Duro Senior Center is located at 5221 Palo Duro NE. Our Gift Shop needs handmade craft items from seniors to fill our empty shelves after the holidays. Items will be sold on consignment with 90% going to the crafter. Seniors may bring items Monday thru Friday 9:00am to 2:00pm. Hardback/Paperback books are also needed for our free lending library. For information call Shirley or Elenor at 888-8105.


Calendarupdate on the Legislative Issues, 2015.Guest are encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be served.

February 11The American Assn of Teachers, New Mexico (AFT/NM) will meet on Wednesday, February 11, 2015, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m., AFT Hall, 530 Jefferson Street N.E. Albuquerque. The speaker Gloria Gonzales Rael, Executive Director, Albuquerque/GED Program will give an educational seminar for grandparents and parents with young adults who are high school drops outs and need information on getting a GED diploma. All guest, prospective members and members are welcome. Refreshmentswill be served.

February 12Presbyterian Home Healthcare House Calls Information Presented by Jim Myers, Outreach & Community Relations Manager Home and Transition Services Learn about this new and exciting program…the Physician comes to you! February 12, 2015 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Palmilla Senior Living 10301 Golf Course Rd. NW Albuquerque, NM 87112Seating is limited. Please RSVP (505) 867-5022

February 12 What’s Next? TRANSITIONING TO RETIREMENT & BEYOND Join us for an interactive exploration in planning a new stage of your life –full of meaning, purpose, creativity and joy. (This is life planning versus financial retirement planning) It’s never too late to reignite your dreams. Domingo Baca Center, 6:30PM – 8:00PM, Fee $15- Register: [email protected], Sharon Miles, LISW, Transitional Counseling Services February 14-15Friends & Lovers Balloon Rally, at Balloon Fiesta Park - Multi-Use Sport Facility, free admission, 7 a.m. launch both days. Enjoy the view as a group of local balloon pilots launch up to 135 plus hot air balloons. Visit hotairballooning.org.

February 75th Annual Taste of Rio Rancho, at Santa Ana Star Casino, 4 p.m. This year’s participants will showcase a sampling of the great diversity of Rio Rancho eateries with more than 25 Rio Rancho restaurants participating. Admission $10. Call 891-7300; visit santaanastar.com.

February 14-15Navajo Rug and Jewelry Show, at Petroglyph National Monument, 6001 Unser Blvd. NW, free admission, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The show features a large selection of authentic rugs, jewelry and other craft items. Call 899-0205; visit hubbelltradingpost.org.

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January 31 – February 27Placitas Artists Series Arts Exhibit and Reception, at Las Placitas Presbyterian Church (six miles east of I-25 on NM 166/Exit 242 in Placitas), gallery hours are 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Monday through Friday and Sunday. Artists Reception on Sunday, February 22, from 2-3 p.m., free admission. The exhibit features the

art of Peter Boehringer, photography; Karl Hofmann, acrylic painting; Katherine Irish, pastel; and Geri Verble, jewelry. The February 22 reception precedes a 3 p.m. concert featuring violinist Dmitri Berlinsky, with piano accompanist Elena Baksht, performing works by Maurice Ravel, Franz Schubert, Pyotr Ilych Tchaikovsky and Camille Saint-Saëns. (Tickets are required for the concert.) For details, call 505-867-8080, e-mail [email protected] or visit http://www.placitasartistsseries.org/

February 22The Artist Studio will hold its annual Open Studio Day on Sunday, February 22 from 1 - 5pm. This free event gives art lovers a chance to visit with 13 award-winning artists in their individual studios. The artists in this unique studio space paint a wide variety of subjects in styles ranging from abstract to realistic and their media includes oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, and colored pencil. Works by all the artists will also be displayed in the large “gallery” area where light refreshments can be enjoyed. The Artist Studio is located at 8200 Menaul Blvd. NE, at the far west end of the Hoffmantown Shopping Center, with plenty of parking in the rear lot.

DANCE

February 3, 10, 17, 24, Dance class: Casino/Cuban-Style Salsa and Rueda de Casino, at National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 Fourth St. SW, beginners 6-7 p.m., intermediate 7-8 p.m. Admission: $5-$10, (pay what you can). Call 246-2261; visit nationalhispaniccenter.org.

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Adapted Aquatics taught at the UNM’s Therapy Pool. Increase strength, mobility, flexibility and range of motion. 50+ Sports and Fitness Program instructors conduct all classes. Call for costs and times,880-2800.

MUSICFebruary 7New Mexico Music Series: Red Wine, at South Broadway Cultural Center, 1025

Broadway SE, 7-9:30 p.m. Their music ranges from Top 40, Old school, Oldies, Rancheras, Country and Cumbia’s. Admission $15. Call 848-1320; visit cabq.gov/south-broadway-cultural-center.

February 9Concert: Eliza Rickman, at Cherry Hills Library, 6901 Barstow NE, free admission, noon. Eliza Rickman performs a mix of traditional folk, gothic weirdness with crystal-clear vocals. Call 857-8321; visit ampconcerts.org.

February 11The City of Albuquerque’s Cultural Services Department will host the Albuquerque Local Band Showcase, at KiMo, 1-9 p.m. Open and free to public. Musicians are offered the chance to have their music heard and possibly be selected to perform at a special event or venue. Call 311; visit cabq.gov/culturalservices/events/albuquerque-local-band-showcase-1.

MUSEUMSFirst FridaysFirst Friday Fractals, at The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science, 1801 Mountain Road NW, 6 p.m. Explore the world of fractals in this award-winning planetarium show. Admission $5-$10. Call 841-2800; visit nmnaturalhistory.org.

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Through February 7Revolutions International Theatre Festival, event times vary, check website: tricklock.com. Tricklock Company’s Revolutions International Theatre Festival presents theatre performances and workshops; links individuals and companies, nationally and internationally, and brings global art and culture to our community. Admission $17-$22.

Through February 8Anatomy of a Murder, at Albuquerque Little Theatre, 224 San Pasquale Avenue SW, Friday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. District Attorney, Paul Biegler isn’t looking forward to becoming a defense attorney, but in his first case, a Lieutenant is accused of murdering the

bartender who allegedly raped his wife. Admission $12-$22. Call 242-4750; visit albuquerquelittletheatre.org.

February 5Luis Buñuel en México Film Series: Nazarín, at National Hispanic Cultural Center, 1701 Fourth Street SW, free admission, 7 p.m. This film series features the work of acclaimed Spanish filmmaker Luis Buñuel. Call 246-2261; visit nationalhispaniccenter.org.

February 21, 22, 28, March 1Ballet Repertory Theatre presents Beauty and the Beast, at KiMo Theatre, Feb. 21, 28, 7 p.m.; Feb. 22, March 1, 2 p.m. Set in an enchanted world, a gentle beauty discovers a sensitive soul hidden within a magnificent beast. Admission $7-27. Call KiMo, 768-3544, or 311. Visit brtnm.com/Home.aspx; HoldMyTicket.com.

February 20-March 15Souvenir - A Fantasia on the Life of Florence Foster Jenkins, at Adobe Theater, 9813 4th Street NW, Friday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Admission $15-$17. Call 898-9222; visit adobetheater.org.

February 27-March 22The King and I, at Albuquerque Little Theatre, 224 San Pasquale Avenue SW, Friday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. East versus West makes for a dramatic, richly textured and uplifting tale of fascination. Admission $12-$24. Call 242-4750; visit albuquerquelittletheatre.org.

February 25NM PBS & Film: American Denial, at the KiMo, free admission, 7-9 p.m. Using the story of Gunnar Myrdal’s 1944 investigation of Jim Crow racism as a springboard, American Denial explores the power of unconscious biases and how the ideals of liberty, equality, and justice still impact notions of race and class today. Call 277-2121, KiMo, 768-3544; visit: communitycinema.org.

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Valentine’s Day is often associated with images of cupid shooting love-tipped

arrows at unsuspecting couples. Valentine cards are in abundance, asking for the honor of being someone’s Valentine. Chocolate is everywhere, being given in sizes ranging from a single Hershey’s kiss to oversized heart-shaped boxes. Ever wonder how these rituals began?

Many believe the roots are religious, beginning with St. Valentine. But that is unclear because his life is shrouded in mystery. He may have been a temple priest who was martyred because he was marrying Christian couples. As the patron saint of lovers, Catholics often ask for St. Valentine to intercede on the behalf of new couples. Which saint they are asking is unclear; the Roman Catholic Church lists 12 individuals as saints with a variation of the name Valentin.

Valentine is also the patron saint of travelers and beekeepers, and intercedes on behalf of those afflicted with epilepsy, the plague and fainting.

To further confuse matters, it could be that Valentine’s Day has its origins in the secular. Some

have theorized that British poet Chaucer invented the annual celebration of love in his 1375 work “Parliament of Fowls,” (Parlement of Foules) in which he links courtly love with St. Valentine’s feast day. No such relationship existed until his poem received widespread attention. In this writing, he also described February 14 as the day that birds (and humans) come together to find a mate. “For this was sent on Seynt Valentyne’s day / When every foul cometh to choose his mate.”

Today, commercialism drives the holiday, with marketers encouraging couples to spend money on lavish gifts or meals in hopes of wooing that special someone. Rather than harming your body with excessive food and drink, why not pay attention to your heart as well as the heart of your betrothed? Try a romantic walk, a dance class or a cooking class. The gift of quality time is especially meaningful in today’s hustle-bustle society. Prepare a candlelight dinner, or take home a heart healthy meal. Wanting to spice things up in the kitchen?

Avoid salt, and try nutmeg, oregano, garlic or chiles of any kind.

If you do decide to have a fancy restaurant meal, consider splitting the dish. You not only save some calories, but you may also save room for dessert. Dessert doesn’t have to be a flambeau or cheesecake. Fresh fruit can be a wonderful way to top off a meal.

Cessation of smoking or excessive drinking are other gifts to consider giving to those you love, as tobacco and regular alcohol use can lead to premature death.

Dr. Malissa Wood at Massachusetts General Hospital said, “Women in a Happy Heart Study became happy and content while improving heart risk. The data show that positive mood, optimism, and humor are linked to better health and well-being.”

This Valentine’s Day, make someone happy by smiling, complimenting them or just saying something nice.

Whether you believe Valentine’s Day originated with Chaucer’s poem or has a Catholic seat, be healthy, happy and heart smart.

By Jim Craig- Aquarius (The Water Bearer)

January 20 – February 18

Aquarius, during the new year you can expect

to be prosperous and successful in most endeavors that involve connections with influential people. Initiating these resources will help you more closely focus on the critical aspects of your career along with your personal goals.

Traveling this year, especially for long distances, may prove surprisingly easy and rewarding for you in both your professional and personal areas of life. Be aware of overspending during these getaways, and control it to ensure an avoidance of depleting your hard-earned financial resources.

You are perceived as being a critical thinker by your co-workers, and this perception enables you to move more smoothly through the maze of career and personal challenges that await you. Rely heavily on your gut instincts to guide you

during the year.As a carryover from the

previous year, your personal relationship continues to require ongoing attention. Regularly scheduled time with family and friends allows mental and physical rejuvenation.

Water, a critical component for life, is your ruling element. The zodiac stone for your sign is amethyst, which represents energy, stability, courage and the valuable ability to remain calm during stressful situations. This is your healing stone, and it impacts your mental and physical outlook in a positive manner. It should be kept nearby and readily available. Maintain consideration for those around you throughout the year, stay self-assured, and focus on producing a positive impression in all of your endeavors.

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As our medical system has evolved, we have developed a medical

vocabulary that has gathered some negative connotations. One such word is “disease.” According to Merriam Webster, the definition for disease is “an illness that affects a person, animal, or plant: a condition that prevents the body or mind from working normally: and, a problem that a person, group, organization, or society has and cannot stop.” One can see how such a term can give a person a dim perspective on potential health outcomes.

Perceptions of heart “disease” often create anxiety and stress. So it is worth asking health care providers to help us restore heart

health, as opposed to focusing solely on the concept of disease.

At Scripps San Diego this January, Dr. Jeffrey S. Bland spoke about his book, “The Disease Delusion: Conquering the Causes of Chronic Illness for a Healthier, Longer and Happier Life.” He said, “There is no such thing as a disease, but a metabolic disruption.” He said our society is “disease focused,” that we “memorize and recite on demand” the characteristics of disease but that what we actually experience are “functional changes,” not diseases. Bland promotes the role of nutrigenomics (the way that food interacts with genes), and how genetic testing may provide information that personalizes needs in terms of foods, supplements and drugs.

Indeed, there is a growing trend in mainstream medicine to test and optimize functional systems of the body, rather than to merely treat symptoms with drugs. This is proving to not only be effective

in treatment, but it is also helping to dispel the myth of disease states by helping individuals recognize their role in preventing, treating and reversing functional systems imbalances and restoring health.

Heart “disease” is at the center of this conversation, as is the application of nutrition, supplementation and pharmaceuticals for it. A number of research papers are changing the way we look at the function of the heart. For example, Dr. Hazen of the Cleveland Clinic says in his research that gut bacteria (microbiome) may promote atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. He showed that choline (from meat) is digested by microbiome and produces trimethylamine, which becomes trimethylamine N-oxide, or TMAO in the liver. TMAO plays a role in atherosclerosis. Another major concern is the role of Coenzyme Q10. This chemical is within the mitochondria and essential for producing ATP (adenosine

triphosphate) used for energy in the body. Statins impair the production of Coenzyme Q10, and numerous studies show they may deplete the body’s Co Q10 stores significantly. This may negatively affect the function of the heart.

Is your doctor discussing with you the value of diet, not only as a mechanism to reduce cholesterol levels but also to nourish the body, restore gut bacteria (microbiome) and to ingest important vitamins and minerals that play key roles in heart health? Does your physician discuss the power of remaining positive, which reduces stress, lowers cortisol and allows the body to better heal. Does your doctor talk about the effects of certain medicines and how they may lead to the depletion of heart healthy nutrients? Don’t feel stuck with a diagnosis, or let it lead to stress that makes things worse. Find a way to relax daily, get moving with good questions and heal your living heart, not a static disease.

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Here are a few pests you may occasionally get that do not require the use of any

pesticides for extermination. Actually, few pests do.

Head and body lice (Pediculidae – (Pediculus humanus)

The three main types of lice that infest humans are the head louse, the body louse and the crab louse. Head lice normally infest the heads of

children. Children share these bugs when playing with each other. Body lice will live and breed in clothing and normally infest people who rarely change or wash their clothes. Homeless people frequently get body lice. Crab lice (Pthiridae – Pthirus pubis) can infest anyone as they are normally spread by sexual intercourse.

You can safely control head lice with coconut oil or olive oil shampoos, or a product called Greenbug for People. You can also put a shower cap on the head and use a hair dryer. The heat from the hair dryer will kill the lice.

Body lice can be controlled by washing the person’s clothing and vacuuming any beds or other furniture they may have used. Pesticides aren’t necessary. Crab lice can also be controlled with coconut oil or olive oil rubbed into the area where they live. They not only live in the pubic region but can also get in armpit hairs and the perianal region.

Head and body lice cannot live off the host for more than 48 hours. Crab lice are more dependent on us; they will die in 24 hours if not on their host.

Silverfish (Lepismatidae – Lepisma saccharina)

Silverfish are small insects, up to ¾ inch long and silvery in color. They are covered in scales, which will be hard to see with the naked eye, and they have three appendages protruding from their abdomen.

They feed on fungus, sugar and starch products, such as flour, glue and paste. They can feed on some synthetic fabrics and cellulose, which includes paper, books, photographs and cardboard boxes. They will also feed on dead insects. Silverfish are attracted to moisture, so you want to make sure you repair any plumbing leaks as soon as possible. They are frequently found in crawl spaces under a home if it is damp there. You have to make sure no moisture is available for these insects, and try to keep items such as paper, books, and food products as far from the floor as possible.

You can trap them by putting some flour in a glass jar and wrapping it with duct tape so they can climb up the sides. They will get in the jar but will not be able to get out. Fine grade Niban Bait is a good commercial bait for controlling silverfish.

Springtails (Collembola)Springtails are very small, wingless

insects. Some are brown or gray,

while others are brightly colored. They have a structure (furcula) on their underside that enables them to jump, hence he name.

Springtails are probably the most abundant non-social insect on the planet. There are approximately 650 species in the United States, and they are found in both the Arctic and Antarctic. Some people refer to them as “snow fleas.” They can be very common in damp, organic soil where they feed on fungus. Large numbers in any area will show that the soil is healthy. They rarely damage plants but will occasionally feed on young shoots. One species, the garden springtail (Bourletiella hortensis), is a potential pest in some situations including in houseplants.

Springtails are not capable of infesting human beings, despite writings to the contrary on the Internet.

You can control them by mixing food grade diatomaceous earth with the soil they are in. In houseplants it would be a good idea to dry the soil to eliminate any mold or fungi that they may be feeding on.

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Fact # 2Income and Credit are not considered in a Reverse

Mortgage transaction… but that is about to change!If you have been considering a Reverse Mortgage, NOW is the time for action.

On March 2, FHA & HUD will be changing the rules that we have followed for over 25 years. A “Financial and Credit Assessment” of seniors will be imposed and soon will be the new norm. It is estimated that up to 20% of seniors will no longer qualify for a Reverse Mortgage.

The good news is that for those seniors who simply begin the application in the next few weeks, no income assessment will be required.

Contact your local Certified Reverse Mortgage Professional (CRMP) to learn more and help determine if a Reverse Mortgage is an appropriate solution for you.

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