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In this issue July 2015

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8 Summer Safety Tips

What Members Are Doing!

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Calendar

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PIE Seminar

Wilson N. Jones Regional Medical Center Senior Passport Newsletter Volume 15, Number 7 July 2015

Send any news or

ads to run to: cbrandon@wnj.org

or call the office

at 903-870-3630

or send mail to: Att. Senior Passport

500 N. Highland,

Sherman, TX 75092. Senior Passport is a comprehensive benefits program offered exclu-

sively by Wilson N. Jones Regional Medical Center (WNJ), designed

to serve the needs of seniors 55-plus. From health screenings, exercise

programs and wellness classes to exciting travel opportunities, enjoy-

able social events and special discounts at local retailers, Senior Pass-

port is the complete program for seniors. From personal attention to

special services, we are committed to meeting the needs and lifestyles

of active seniors.

WNJ is proud to offer this program to our community.

Come Celebrate... 15 Year Anniversary

Wednesday, July 8, 2015 Ground South Dining Room at WNJ

Come and Go from 10:00—NOON.

It’s a Luau, come dressed in tropical prints.

Live music with Larry Massey, food,

fun and prizes!

Current members bring a non-member

friend and get in a special drawing!

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SENIOR PASSPORT NEWS YOU NEED

Donna Penn (pictured) and Donna

Pratt went on a trip. While on the

Magnificent Michigan escorted bus

tour with Texoma Tours, one of

the fun activities was learning to

make pretzels. They explained to

us this was the way the kids

learned their prayers....hands up to

praise the Lord, hug for the church,

hug for the family, cross down for

the trinity. We got to enjoy our

pretzels after a tour of Franken-

muth Michigan.

Rosemary and Dave celebrated

their 50th Anniversary June 19,

2015!

Share your pictures and/or special occasions

with us! Send to: cbrandon@wnj.org

Summer is a time for enjoying the great

outdoors! Unfortunately, the summer sun-

shine, UV rays and heat also can bring a

few dangers, especially for seniors, in-

cluding sunburn, eye damage, dehydra-

tion, heat exhaustion and more.

8 Summer Safety Tips

With some precautionary steps and

healthy senior personal care, everyone can

enjoy the blue skies and warm weather.

Below is a list of 8 things seniors can do

to improve their safety during the hot

summer months.

1. Drink plenty of fluids: Aim to drink 6

to 8 glasses of water per day. By the time

you are thirsty, your body is already dehy-

drated. For seniors, the feeling of thirst

decreases as we age, so be sure to increase

your water intake if you are exercising or

doing any type of prolonged physical

activity. Of those fluids you are taking in,

be sure they are non-alcoholic and decaf-

feinated. Carbonated sodas and pops may

taste good, but they will only further your

dehydration.

2. Pick the right outfit with accessories:

When possible, wear loose, lightweight,

and light-colored long sleeves to help

protect your skin from sun, while also

allowing your skin to breathe. Use wide

brimmed hats to keep the sun off of your

face and neck, as well as full coverage

(wrap around) sunglasses for the best eye

protection. Glasses that block UVA and

UVB rays can help reduce the cumulative

effect of damage linked to cataracts and

age-related macular degeneration.

3. Turn on your air conditioning: Air

conditioning is important when it is hot

and humid outside. During a heat wave, if

you don’t have central air or a room air

conditioner, spend part or most of each

day at locations with air condition, includ-

ing a friend’s house, shopping mall,

senior center, or movie theater.

4. Be an early bird or night owl: The

sun is strongest between 10 am and 4 pm.

If you must be outside during a summer

heat wave, limit your outdoor activity to

the morning and the evening, when the

temperature is lower and the sun is less

intense.

5. Watch for heat stroke: It is extremely

important to watch for signs of heat

stroke, especially for seniors. Some signs

to look for include confusion, disorienta-

tion, dry skin, excessive tiredness, head-

ache, lethargy, nausea, and a rapid pulse.

If you or someone you know experiences

these symptoms, seek medical attention

immediately.

6. Check on friends and family: Use the

rising temperatures as an opportunity to

catch up with your neighbors and

relatives, especially the elderly and those

who do not have air conditioning. Plan

outings together in places that have air

conditioning.

7. Review your medications: Many

seniors use medications daily. Some

medications can cause side effects, like

increased sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV)

rays. Review all medications and check

with a doctor or pharmacist for any

questions.

8. Wear sunscreen: Sunscreen is a major

component to preventing sunburns. Look

for a sunscreen that blocks both UVA and

UVB rays, and also have a sun protection

factor (SPF) of 15 or more. Be sure to

apply it about 15-30 minutes before

exposure. If you’re enjoying water activi-

ties, be sure to reapply your sunscreen

frequently. For more information on the

benefits and facts on sunscreen, check out

an article published by the EPA.

It only takes about 15 minutes for the sun

to damage unprotected skin. You may not

notice it immediately, but

the damage is there. With

these 8 tips, everyone can

enjoy the warm weather.

Monthly Calendar

July 2015 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT

1 Brunch

2 Games

3 No Class & Gym closed

4 Happy

4th!

5

6 Bridge & 42

7 Hand & Foot

8 Sr. Social Hour 10-11 AM

9 Games

10 Pinochle

11

12

13 Bridge & 42

14 Hand & Foot

15 Brunch

16 Games

17 Pinochle

18

19/26

20/27 Bridge & 42

21/28 PIE (21st)/

Hand & Foot

22/29 Brunch

23/30 Games

24/31 Pinochle

Equipment Use:

Tier II: Monday-Friday 6AM-6PM (except 7AM– Noon Monday, Wednes-day, Friday)

Exercise Classes:

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9-10 AM Tuesday and Thursday 9:-9:30 AM

Yoga: Mondays 8 AM (additional

charge) All classes are in WNJ Ground South (level of the gym) Tai Chi Classes: (201 N. Sunset Blvd., Sherman) Members get a discount. Blood Pressure Checks: Come to the Sr. Social Hour each month.

Every Monday & Wednes-day Bridge 1-4PM Monday play 42 1-4 PM Every Tuesday & Thurs-day Hand & Foot 1-5 PM Every Wednesday play Moon 1-4 PM Every Friday 1-5 PM Pinochle Games on the ground level of WNJ on Tuesday/ Thursday; 42 in the POB, Bridge at The Renais-sance in Sherman.

Every Wednesday Brunch at Whataburger 10:15 AM.

August Dates:

6th –Games of Choice– 1:00 PM– WNJ GS

12th Sr. Social Hour– 10:00 AM– POB

13th Games of Choice– 1:00 PM– WNJ GS

18th PIE Seminar– - NOON -TCOG

20th Games of Choice– 1:00 PM– WNJ GS

27th Games of Choice-1:00 PM-WNJ GS

Event location key:

WNJ = WNJ Cardiac Conference Room

WNJ GS = WNJ Ground South

POB= Professional Office Building

TCOG= Texoma Council of Governments

Mark your calendars and join us!

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n e w s l e t t e r .

Time to renew? We will give you a courtesy phone call when our records show it is time for you to renew your membership. Call 903-870-3630 with any questions.

If you would like a new membership card at the time of renewal please request one. We no longer send them automatically.

Why we exist: The Mission To improve the health of the

people in the communities we serve.

Senior Passport

500 N. Highland

Sherman, TX 75092

Office: 903-870-3630

Enjoy Your Trip!

Return Service Requested

Check us out on facebook and

see what’s happening at WNJ!

Go to:

www.facebook.com/wnjrmc

Please Join us for P.I.E. … Partners in Education

“Talk to the Pharmacist”

Presented by:

Sue Piepo Family Pharmacy in Pottsboro

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

12 – 1:00 pm TCOG Eisenhower Room, 1117 Gallagher Drive in Sherman

FREE Pie & Coffee!

TripTrip with Senior Passport!

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

We will give you a courtesy call during or one month after your anniversary date. Please send your renewal

in anytime during your anniversary month. If we do not receive your renewal within two months of your

anniversary month, you will be removed from the membership. Renewal fee depends on which Tier you

choose. Tier I (no exercise included in this level) is $25/person; Tier II is $45/person.

Call the Senior Passport office at 903-870-3630 with any questions.

Each new member receives a membership card. If you need to replace your membership card at any time,

just let us know. You will use your membership card to take advantage of the discounts around town. All

you have to do is show your Senior Passport membership card at any location on our list. If you need a copy

of the discount list, call Cheryl at 903-870-3630.

All of our local retailers appreciate your business and want to build a relationship with you. They are happy

to provide a special discount with your membership.

Tier I includes

Free notary service

Free health screenings- monthly

blood pressure checks

Social and educational activities

Discounts around town

Hospital inpatient benefits - free

newspaper and one guest meal

daily

Travel incentives- refundable

deposit, free Passport/Visa

pictures

Cost $25 per person

Renewal & Discount Information

Enjoy YourEnjoy Your

Levels of Membership

Tier II includes all the above plus:

Complete lab work at our

Lab one time a year

Daytime hours in the gym

daily (Monday-Friday)

Small group consult two

times a year with a hospi-

tal Dietician

Travel incentives - priority

seating on the bus

Exercise classes daily

(Monday-Friday)

Cost $45 per person

Equipment Training

For anyone interested in learning

the proper use of the equipment in

the gym, call Cheryl Brandon to

set up an appointment. If you

want a refresher or are new to the

program, just call

903-870-3630.

Notice:

Discount with the Herald Democrat

for Senior Passport members is $120

for a year subscription.

Mended Hearts Support Group

Meets the 4th Wednesday every other month, Noon-1:00

PM in the Cardiac Rehab Conference Room at WNJ.

Mended Hearts is dedicated to inspiring hope in heart disease patients

and their families. Our meetings are key to coping, where heart

patients and families support one another.

The meetings dates for 2015 are:

August 26 and October 28.

Call 903-870-3630 for more information.