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Show 2B Sun Advocate Price, Utah Thursday September 19, 2002 Local crocheting group takes top honors By KEN LARSON Sun Advocate publisher The Price senior center is buzzing with activity this time of year and gathered in one of the large meeting rooms every Tuesday morning one will find a group of busy ladies keeping their fingers moving. The women gather together to crochet and sit around tables with needles and rolls of yarn and projects in a variety of completed stages, some trailing to floor level. Although the women arc busy preparing for the fall bazaars and the upcoming holidays, they also stay busy creating beautiful afghans, tablecloths, lace collars and wall hangings. They work quickly and quietly, but each is always willing to help another out with new ideas and new patterns. They may be busy for the upcoming holidays but some of the women just returned from winning at the local Carbon County Fair and the State Fair. Sisters May Marchcllo and Elnora Clark were two of the big winners. Two of Mays entries in the local fair both won her blue ribbons and the Afghan was the "Best of Show at the fair. May is also wearing a lace collar, a project she began to assist women who dress the pioneer role and also accent Indian theme piece. For more information on the crocheting group, contact the senior center at temple dresses. Elnora won a blue ribbon at the local fair and placed third at the state fair with her large 637-508- 0. Busy fingers. For many seniors Tuesday morning at the Price senior center is a time to gather and crochet while sharing many memories. to begin new education program at senior center CEU By KEN LARSON Sun Advocate publsiher For many seniors in Price it will soon be back to the classroom. According to Viki Bowman, director of the senior citizens center, CEU will be expanding their continuing education program into the senior cen- ter. Bowman explained that co- - May Marchello is pictured with her Best of Show afghan and tablecloth she crocheted at the local senior center. ordinator of the CEU continuing education program, Jim Huffaker, has received a grant to begin classes at the senior center. The three year program should begin within the nexi couple months, but will start for sure tty the fust of the year, arecording to Bowman. We are amazed at the response, said Bowman, they arc really excited, especially with the computer classes and the estate planning program. Other classes they are considering include genealogy, oil painting, nutrition and fitness. Back in June the Sun Advocate ran a story in the senior focus section announcing that the number of frauds and scams affecting seniors was on the rise. Bowman has been advised recently that there are a number of phone solicitors and salespeople who are targeting seniors. She reminds people to be aware of these and be ex-' door-to-do- The senior citizen crocheting group is pictured sharing ideas and preparing for the upcoming bazaars and holiday season. They meet each Tuesday morning at the senior center where the create beautiful works of ait Elnora Clark is holding her crocheted piece that she placed third in the Utah State Fair with. The event was hosted last week in Salt Lake City. CELEBRATE When determining which home care agency best fits the needs of its clients, one must ask . the following questions when selecting the proper health care provider. How long has the agency been serving the community? with a Pot Luck Luncheon Saturday, Sept 28 at 12 Noon this celebration is open to public who is Is the agency certified by medicare? Is the agency licensed? Is the agency accredited? Does the agency provide literature explaining its services, eligibility requirements, fees and funding sources? . Healthy Aging Month Sponsored by the UMWA Health Retirement Funds Choosing a Home Care Agency & Every Day is Senior Discount and over. There is an OPTIONAL walk of the Helper Parkway if you would like to participate. You can pick up your 'Healthy Aging Letter Writing Contest packet there. Look for more details on the contest in next months Sun Advocate Senior Scene. If you have questions' please call your Hinds Representative. Danielle Hpwa Pendergrass, RN. BSN at SO Day at JBs of Price, but TUesday is forcchimf: W" DOUBLE! tjnj Open Daily - 6 :30am--1 Sunday-Thurada- 1:00pm jr Friday & Saturday until Midnight Breakfast Served Al Day TftSI Locally Ownedft YOUR HELPFUL HOME IMPROVEMENT 1510 South Hwy. 10 Operated HEADQUARTERS Price 637-966- " 715 East Main Street, Price 3 PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR WINTER - 30 Year ft Cany Roofing. Includes mount balancing and new stems. Dead design may vary. COUPONS Ice & Water Shield. 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S The fall bazaar season is al- -. most here. The bazaar in Price is set for Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 pjn. and the bazaar in East Carbon will take place at their senior center is set for Nov. 9, als6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Both bazaars will feature baked goods, crafts, jewelry, quilts, crocheted items and coramies. This is also when the fond raising project takes place. The winner will be selected at the East Carbon msutam Asphalt Shingles : The local senior program is also planning a trip to the opera. On Sept. 19, a group will travel to the Scera Shell amphitheater place to handle emergencies? Does the agency belong to the State Home Care Association? These few questions can determine which home care agency will provide the best and most accurate assistance for its clients. 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Is the patients course of treatment documented, detailing the specific tasks to be carried out by each professional caregiver? Does the agency assign su-- 1 pervisors to oversee the quality of care patients are receiving in their homes? Does the agency take time to educate family members on the type of care that is being provided? or X- , , -- y |