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October – November 2015

October – November 2015

Generations Magazine Staff | Oct 1, 2015 | Issue, October - November 2015

Cover Story: The Fountain of Youth & Ms. Medicare

Senior Fall Prevention Awareness

Eileen Phillips, RN, Attention Plus Care | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Giving Care, October - November 2015

The number of falls among Hawai‘i’s kupuna is growing at an alarming rate, and impacting families and health care organizations. Annually in Hawai‘i, an average of 86 seniors die, 1,912 are hospitalized and 8,010 are treated in emergency rooms as a result of falls....

Who You Gonna Call? Scambusters!

Scott Spallina, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, October - November 2015, Wisdoms

With Thanksgiving approaching, we are reminded to be appreciative of what we have; oftentimes, this leads to opening up our hearts (and wallets) to those in need. Unfortunately, there are those who would use dishonesty to profit from a giving heart. Earlier this year...

Innovative Dropless Cataract Surgery

Dennis T. Nagata, DDS | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, October - November 2015

Dropless Cataract Surgery is a new option for cataract patients that reduces the need for eye drops after surgery. Traditionally, after patients undergo cataract surgery they must adhere to a strict three- to four-week schedule that includes several types of drops....

Profiting From a Giving Heart

Scott Spallina, Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, October - November 2015, Wisdoms

With Thanksgiving approaching, we are reminded to be appreciative of what we have; oftentimes, this leads to opening up our hearts (and wallets) to those in need. Unfortunately, there are those who would use dishonesty to profit from a giving heart. Earlier this year...

Who Was That Mermaid?

Generations Magazine Staff | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Living Life, October - November 2015

Synchronized swimming is alive and beautifully executed by Mermaids Hawai‘i, home-pooled at Windward YMCA in Kailua. Since 1971, they have been “teaching and performing water ballet for fascinated crowds.” It’s not a paid act — just teacher Alice Robert’s vision to...

Did You Claim Your Medicare Rewards?

Martha Khlopin, Radio Host of “Morning Drive With Martha" | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, October - November 2015, Programs & Services

You read the title of this column correctly. Many Medicare plans are launching reward and incentive plans. Points earned can be redeemed for prizes or gift cards. Incentives are awarded for healthy activities that result in positive health outcomes. You could earn...

Hawai’i CARE Act Coalition

Gerry Silva, State President AARP Hawai‘i | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Living Life, October - November 2015

Caregiving became a full-time responsibility for Lahaina resident Montella Lopez in her mother’s final years. In the six times her mother was discharged from the hospital, Lopez said she received little or no instruction on how to care for her mother at home. As...

Embracing Retirement Communities

Ishol, Director of Community Relations and Resource Development, Care Center of Honolulu | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Giving Care, October - November 2015

Hundreds of families, including my own, go through the aging process. Historically, and particularly in Hawai‘i, our cultures require us to take care of our kupuna in our homes. However, in current times, adult children have very busy lives working full-time and...

Take a Day to Organize Your Finances

Michael W. K. Yee, Financial Advisor and Certified Financial Planner | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, October - November 2015, Wisdoms

If you’re like most people, you periodically set aside time to clean out your home, garage or closets. It’s equally important to organize your finances. This checklist can help you get started: Cancel unused credit cards: Don’t throw away money on annual fees for...

Women of Na Koa

Sherry Goya, Generations Magazine Staff | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Living Life, October - November 2015

The 2015 season for the Na Koa Football Club started on Aug. 31 and will continue every Monday for 11 more lunches at the Willows Restaurant, starting at 11am. This season, the University of Hawai‘i Rainbow Warriors will play 12 straight games without a week off....

The Most Important Document

Scott A. Makuakane, Counselor at Law, Est8Planning Counsel LLLC | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, October - November 2015, Wisdoms

The one estate planning document that everyone 18 and older should have is an Advance Health-Care Directive. It is not the sexiest tool in the estate planning toolbox, but it can head off family strife, heartache, and needless attorney’s fees as no other document can....

Japanese Floral Art: 35 Years in Hawai’i

Generations Magazine Staff | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Living Life, October - November 2015

Thirty-five years ago Japanese families in Hawai‘i saw the anthurium’s shiny hearts, bird of paradise’s crane neck, black berry ears of the “Mickey Mouse” plant and the mass of areca palms, fluttering in the wind. Inspired by the flowers and foliage of their new...

Playtime for Tutu

Sherry Goya, Generations Magazine Staff | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Editorial, October - November 2015

On a warm Friday morning in July, I spent some one-on-one time with my four-year old granddaughter at the Hawaii Children’s Discovery Center in Kaka‘ako. We’ve been going there for over two years and love visiting all three floors. During some visits, we just spend...

Kailua-Kona Welcomes 67 Softball Teams

Generations Magazine Staff | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Living Life, October - November 2015

The 40th Hawaii State Senior Softball Tournament drew 67 teams to compete at Kailua-Kona on Aug. 4–6. This year, eight divisions vied for victory on Kona Makaeo ball fields at Old A’s Airport Park. Maui fielded 13 teams, while O‘ahu gathered 17. Hawai’i Island turned...

Laser Therapy for Treating Sleep Apnea

Dennis T. Nagata, DDS | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, October - November 2015

Sleep apnea is a breathing disorder with frequent awakenings and breathing disruptions of 10 seconds or longer, that occur when the patient’s airway becomes blocked. Sleep apnea lowers blood-oxygen levels, puts a strain on the heart, and is associated with high blood...

Record Crowd Packs 9th AIP Workshop

Brittany Nakamoto, Generations Magazine UH Intern | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Editorial, October - November 2015

This year’s 9th Annual “Aging in Place Workshop” at the Ala Moana Hotel was the most successful that Generations Magazine and KHON2 Elderhood Project have ever hosted. Seventy-five exhibitors awaited the arrival of over 1,500 excited attendees. The workshop took place...

Assisted Living in the “Urban Core”

Anthony Buhain, Director of Marketing and Branding, The Plaza Assisted Living | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Living Life, October - November 2015

For Honolulu residents, assisted living and retirement communities used to mean moving away to a quiet suburb. They yearned for a simple life, free from home maintenance, chores, cooking and cleaning, but not seclusion — miles from their church, social clubs, stores,...

Cold Laser Therapy for Pain

Julie Moon, Physical Therapist | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, October - November 2015

Pain affects more Americans than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. The American Academy of Pain Management estimates that more than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. Patients often explore multiple options for relief, but pain medication...

Women and Social Security

Jane Burigsay, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Hawai‘i | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, October - November 2015, Programs & Services

Social Security values and appreciates women. Men and women with identical earnings histories receive the same benefits, yet women should know about certain trends, differences in lifestyle and patterns of earnings that may affect their benefits. For example, some...

Save Crucial Time: Register for Smart911

Generations Magazine Staff | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, October - November 2015, Wisdoms

The Honolulu Police Department recently rolled out Smart911™, a free 9-1-1 service available to residents of O‘ahu. Registration is free at www.Smart911.com. Smart911 allows you to file information with 911 — about your disability, medications you take or how to gain...

Smart Ideas for Year-End Benefits

Jeffrey B. Sisemoore, JD, National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, October - November 2015, Wisdoms

With the end of the year just around the corner, you may want to review your financial situation. Make a list to ensure that you take full advantage of all available tax-saving deductions. Here are some ideas for year-end planning that can benefit you and help support...

Start with Why

Stephen B. Yim, Attorney at Law | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, October - November 2015, Wisdoms

Lately, I’ve had questions from beneficiaries of trusts asking “why did the decedent make the trust distribution a certain way?” The trust clearly identified who the beneficiaries were, and what they were to receive and how they were to receive it. Unfortunately the...

A Time to Ask . . . A Time to Listen

Kirk Matthews and Linda Coble | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Editorial, October - November 2015

By the time you read this, I will have traveled to Oregon to visit my mother. I am lucky to have her in my life. I was one of the original baby boomers, born when my dad returned from WW II. During our visits, we drive to many of the places where I grew up. And we...

Message from The Editor

Generations Magazine Staff | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Editorial, October - November 2015

This issue is jammed with great information and articles about women. Starting on page 16, Martha Khlopin tells the story of three youthful senior ladies who won the 2015 Ms. Medicare pageant. She explores the “Nature of Youth”— the source of youthfulness at any age....

Exercise Can Restore Health!

Diane Cadinha, Certified Personal Trainer | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, October - November 2015

When Wendell Murakawa retired from the Hawai‘i Department of Public Safety, he planned to “you know, take it easy, relax, hang out with my friends, drink, eat and enjoy life.” Then his doctor told him he had type 2 diabetes. “I knew I was overweight and began to watch...

From a Fighting to a Forgiving Family

Annette Pang, Relationship Life Coach | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, October - November 2015, Programs & Services

Did I hear right? “My brother threw a shoe at my mom.” “My sister cracked a dinner plate over my head.” “My brothers stopped giving me my inheritance.” “My mother hates me, favors my brother, even if I’m her primary caregiver.” “No one thanks me for what I do.” These...

Healthy Brain Food

Dr. Steve Blake, ScD | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Health, October - November 2015

If diet can affect our chances of getting diabetes and heart disease, what about Alzheimer’s disease? Medical studies indicate that we may lower our risk of Alzheimer’s disease simply by getting better nutrition. During the course of this dementia, half of the brain...

The Fountain of Youth

Martha Khlopin, Radio Host of “Morning Drive With Martha" | Oct 1, 2015 | Articles, Cover Story, October - November 2015

The Fountain of Youth

In the current issue

  • Dining and Snacks Resource Guide
  • Grief & Bereavement — Part V
  • Hiring Strangers as Caregivers
  • Starting Your Estate Planning Journey
  • Out-of-Pocket Healthcare Costs
  • Tips for Transitioning Into Retirement
  • Getting Ahead of Incapacity
  • Learn More From New SSA Statement
  • How to Stop Your Gums From Receding
  • A Calling to Gerontology
  • Caregiver Compatibility is Key
  • Houselessness: How Can You Help?
  • Helping Seniors With Technology
  • Creating Resilience
  • The Houseless Are Not Homeless
  • Overcoming the Distance Between Us
  • Medicare 2023: Hawai‘i’s Got It Good!
  • More Seniors Try Marijuana

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    Caregiver Stress and Wellness

    March 3, 2023

    Imagine walking out of your home and seeing a bear! Feeling stressed just thinking about it? Good! These bursts of stress help keep us alive, active, and motivated. The stress of caregiving and modern life doesn't happen in short bursts like with a bear sighting. Caregiving stress is persistent and can damage our mental and physical health.

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    • More information is available from The Caregiver Foundation at 808-625-3782 or email to info@thecaregiverfoundation.org

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    Caregiver Stress and Wellness

    Caregiver Stress and Wellness

    March 3, 2023

    Imagine walking out of your home and seeing a bear! Feeling stressed just thinking about it? Good! These bursts of stress help keep us alive, active, and motivated. The stress of caregiving and modern life doesn't happen in short bursts like with a bear sighting. Caregiving stress is persistent and can damage our mental and physical health.

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  • SMP HAWAII 2023 Web Series on Fraud and Abuse

    Category: General SMP HAWAII 2023 Web Series on Fraud and Abuse

    10:00 am – 11:00 am
    March 13, 2023

    Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Hawaii invites you to its 20/23 Web Series on Fraud Prevention: Scam Free in 2023. Learn from Hawaii residents, and local and national experts, including top security officers from American Savings Bank, Bank of Hawaii and First Hawaiian Bank, the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit - Hawaii Department of the Attorney General; Better Business Bureau and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)  Foundation.

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  • The Realities of Aging

    The Realities of Aging

    8:30 am – 4:30 pm
    March 15, 2023

    You're invited to join host Percy Ihara today for our monthly workshop at the Ala Moana Hotel. Topics include finances, gerontology, legal mistakes, support services, long-term care options, reverse mortgages and many more. Call 808-600-4383 to RSVP.  Seating is limited. 8:30am – 4:30pm

    Ala Moana Hotel
    410 Atkinson Drive
    Honolulu, HI
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  • Effective Communication Strategies with Calvin Hara

    Effective Communication Strategies with Calvin Hara

    10:00 am – 11:00 am
    March 23, 2023

    Alzheimer's disease and other dementias gradually diminish a person's ability to communicate. Communication with a person with Alzheimer's requires patience, understanding and good listening skills. The strategies that will be explored can help both you and the person with dementia understand each other better.

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  • SMP HAWAII 2023 Web Series on Fraud and Abuse

    Category: General SMP HAWAII 2023 Web Series on Fraud and Abuse

    10:00 am – 11:00 am
    April 10, 2023

    Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Hawaii invites you to its 20/23 Web Series on Fraud Prevention: Scam Free in 2023. Learn from Hawaii residents, and local and national experts, including top security officers from American Savings Bank, Bank of Hawaii and First Hawaiian Bank, the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit - Hawaii Department of the Attorney General; Better Business Bureau and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)  Foundation.

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  • The Realities of Aging

    The Realities of Aging

    8:30 am – 4:30 pm
    April 19, 2023

    You're invited to join host Percy Ihara today for our monthly workshop at the Ala Moana Hotel. Topics include finances, gerontology, legal mistakes, support services, long-term care options, reverse mortgages and many more. Call 808-600-4383 to RSVP.  Seating is limited. 8:30am – 4:30pm

    Ala Moana Hotel
    410 Atkinson Drive
    Honolulu, HI
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