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PAGE 6- PLA1NDEALER - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11, 1984 general •• ycnciai Mews Senior Action: Express concern for influenza You can help wildlife suFvive-winter weather by Dave Harper Wildlife Manager Survival in winter requires preparation by most wildlife species. More food must be consumed to build- up fat reserves to help withstand dampness and cold. Food staples must be located to supply higher energy, like corn and other whole grains. Since most wildlife doesn't hibernate, wildlife species must find sufficient cover for escape from predators and shelter. But, most important, food must be available in sufficient supply and it must be accessible even when winter storms produce icing and deep snow. This means that food must be high enough to escape the snow, or protected beneath loose leaf cover. These foods vary. They range from standing crops to nuts. Conservation Connection .Today's agricultural practices and our economy threatens wildlife severely during winter. Early harvesting techniques and more efficient harvesting equipment means fewer crop remnants "will be left for wildlife. Fall plowing all but eliminates what was left after harvest. Higher land prices and taxes makes leaving acres edle with wild food corps uneconomical. Many persons have a genuine interest 19 helping wildlife. Soihe fiiftCTestOT' becatase they Want more game to hunt; some want only to see and hear wildlife because it's a part of their heritage. For whatever reason, there are ways we all can help. If you live in town and own no land, perhaps your only op­ portunity to help is by talking to your rural friends and offering to artificially feed wildlife using sweepings or cracked corn from elevators during particularly severe periods of winter weather. This is far from the best approach, but will help somewhat. Town dwellers could offer to plant some small food plots to supplement winter food supplies. ' The landowner has #iore options. Artificial feeding if one possibility; however, merely leaving some standing crops in the fields is far better. Leaving one or two rows of corn or beans along the field border or leaving some point or end rows will provide sufficient winter# food for wildlife. Most farms have small, odd areas that are low in fertility or are difficult to get to or to farm. These odd areas are idea^ for sm^ill grain food pat­ ches. ' ^ Food patches can be planted at the edge of crop fields at the time of the last cultivation by merely broadcasting the seed ahead of the cultivator. This isn't a very promising option, as most farming is done with chemical application precluding or nearly eliminating cultivation. Food patches can be planted in "set-aside" acres as well The Department of Con­ servation distributes food patch packets without charge to co- operators. Packets may be obtained by contacting any Department of Conservation office. Most District Wildlife Managers also make packets available at County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service and Soil Conservation Service offices. The Department asks only the name of the par­ ticipant and the location of the food plot(s). » - Packets consist of fc mixture of sunflowers, milo, cowpeas, Japanese and proso millet. Each packet weighs about five pounds and will plant about one-half acre. The variety in the packets provides for different growth characteristics, wildlife species' preferences and different rates of maturation to provide high energy foods throughout the long winler months. •̂ || MrHnnr Available At me neni1 y» Since 1J nACIml m The Following nam aeaiei I Locations: •WHITE HEN •NORTHWEST • J & L G A S PANTRY TRAIN •ACE HARDWARE •BELL LIQUORS •ISLAND FOODS •LAKEVIEW •BOLGERS •CONVENIENT FOODS DRUG STORE FOOD •SUNNYSIDE •BEN FRANKLIN •COUNTRY FOODS •OSCO DRUGS CUPBOARD •ADAMS GROCERY •JEWEL •SULLIVAN FOODS •LITTLE STORE •HORNSBYS •MILLSTREAM •FRED & IRENE'S TAP •KAREN &GINNY S UNION'76 •SUNRISE GROCERY •LIQUOR MART •COLf PHARMACY" •DEBBIE'S GENERAL •McHENRY •SUNNYSIDE AUTO STORE HOSPITAL •COAST TO COAST •VILLAGE MARKET •FOOD MART i i i i j i •J & R FOOD MART •McHENRY DRUG MID-WINTER HOME DECORATING SALE D1S- COUNTS 3°% QFFON WALLPAPER C? - - '0 ; PLUS 30% OFF ON ALL STOCK WALLPAPER, 100 PATTERNS IN STOCK-CANVAS & PREPASTED TAKE IT HOME AND HANG IT!! $300 OFF PER GAL. PAINT AQUAVELVET fcrSJ4 LATEX EGGSHELL FINISH ALL 1600 COLORS IN ^ ~ BOTH FINISHES ARE ON SALE !! STOCK UP NOW 33 Vs OFF LEVOLOR MINI-BLINDS •GENUINE LEVOLOR •OVER 100 COLORS •NARROW SLATS •CUSTOM MADE •INST. AVAILABLE •FREE QUOTATIONS <$tt*UMSNTA*Y OWITH EACH ORJtfK-WU CHCHWJUY ASSIST YOU WITH ANY Of YOUR COtOK, Ot PATTiWN MEEDS AND. AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE. 3411 W ELM McHENRY 385 7353 OW) Hours Doily 7:45-6:00 Fri t i l 8 Sot 8-5 SALE ENDS JAN. 28 This column contains answers to questions that are frequently asked at Lieutenant Governor George Ryan's Senior Action Centers. Q. -1 have been hearing and reading about the flu outbreak expected this winter. I am 70 years old and in good health. Would ! be susceptible lu the" flu? A. - Influenza or flu is a con­ tagious respiratory disease caused by a virus. Influenza illnesses vary from a mild in­ fection to pneumonia and death. Your general physical condition and susceptibility determine the severity and duration of the infection. Persons over age 65 and those of any age with a pre­ existing medical condition- heart disease, diabetes and so forth - have a greater risk of developing complications from influenza. Q. - How are the flu viruses transmitted? A. -- The viruse are often inhaled in the air after an in­ fected person coughs or sneezes. They can also be spread through commonly used objects like a towel or glass, and through kissing. New strains of influenza viruse appear frequently. They can cause outbreaks because people have not had previous exposure to build up an im­ munity against the new strain. Q. - Is there anything I can do to protect myself against the influenza viruses? A. - The flu vaccines for the 1983-84 year will include A- Brazil, A-Philippines and B- Singapore viruses. Adults require one dose" u^causv of their natural immunity. It takes 10 to 14 days to develop im­ munity after vaccination. If you have questions or concerns about the flu vaccine, contact your personal physician and-or health department. A prescription drug called amantadine hydrochloride may help to prevent type A influenza in certain high risk persons who need protection because they were oeft vaccinated. ConsuU your pnysician about its usage' Q. - In addition to my own doctor, where else can I get information about nutrition? A.* - The Illinois State Council on Nutrition has a publication, "Nutrition Knows No Age", which focuses on the nutritional needs and problems of older persons. It can be obtained without charge from the Council, Lincoln Tower Plaza, No. 405, 524 Second Street, Springfield, 111., «2706, (217-785- 8664). The Council also has other publications which could be of interest to seniors. These in­ clude "Figures On Fitness", "Rating the Diets", and "Cross Roads To Health Your Choice." They are free in reasonable quantities. \ Nutrition information- education is also available from the University of Illinois Cooperative Extension -Service Office in each county, moSt nutrition sites and some local health departments. Call Lieutenant Governor George Ryan's Senior Action Centers toll free, 1-800-252-6565 for a contact in your area. Q. - Does the state have any information available about exercises for senior citizens? A. - The Governor's Council on Health and Fitness publishes a booklet,"Walking As An Exercise", which might be of special interest to seniors. It is available free of charge from the Council, 525 West Jefferson, Springfield, Illinois 62706 (217- 785-8216). The Council also presents slide shows and exercise demonstrations to interested senior groups throughout the State. The Council, Illinois Senior Olympics, Inc. and Springfield Recreation Department sponsor an annual Senior Olympics for persons age 55 and older. 'In September approximately 400 senior citizens participated in the seventh year of Olympic competition in Springfield. Events included swimming, golf, bowling, track and field and other activities. Regional Senior Olympic competition is also held each y«ar throughout the state Contact the Council for in­ formation about activities ^n your area. Q. - Is there any state agency which investigates complaints about doctors and other licensed medical professionals? A. - The Illinois Department of Registration and Education regulates more than 30 professions in the state in­ cluding medical doctors, den­ tists, chiropractors, nurses, optometrists, podiatrists, physical therapists and psychologists. If you have a complaint about a medical professional, contact the Department either in Chicago, 17 North State Street, 60602 ( 312- 793-8500) or in Springfield, 320 West Washington, 62786 (217-785- 0800). It is best to put your complaint in writing and supply as many details as possible. After receiving yourcomplaint, a department investigator will contact you. 'Stocking' helps relative survive on Social Security By June Fuller Dear June: My mother-in-law is trying to survive on her Social Security benefits. At the same time she refuses to use coupons because she is too timid and is afraid of being embarrassed at the checkout counter. Well, you can imagine how frustrating this can be to a money-saver like myself. Rather than give her money, knowing that she might be of­ fended, I thought of a good solution. I am a "stocker," and I try to purchase in quantity when the stores have sales on the items I need and have coupons for. I just give my mother-in-law the overflow from my own stock of groceries. It has worked out beautifully. She is not offended when I bring her a bag full of groceries. On the contrary, she feels somewhat as I do when a friend drops by with a big bag of empty boxes to help me with my refunding. Coupon Clipper There are a lot of older folks out there struggling to get by who are too proud to take money from their children."0'Perhaps this is a way that we could help them. Brenda C., Portland, Ore. Dear Brenda: There are many seniors who are expert couponers and refunders. Some of them are saving money not only for themselves, but for their children who either don't have the time or the will to clip, sort and send. But, as you know, there are other seniors who have never learned our money-saving skills. Often, they have a fixed income that doesn't stretch very well around the aisles of the supermarkets. How can we help them? Sharing your stock of groceries is one way. But, why don't you show her how to collect her proofs-of-purchase and then show her how to send for the many refund offers that are available? If she isn't inclined to collect box tops and labels, send for some refunds using her name. arid address so she receives the checks. Can you imagine her surprise when she receives those checks in the mail? I have known seniors to suddenly become avid refun­ ders! Don't give up with her on couponing, either. Perhaps your mother-in-law might be more interested in clipping coupons if you offer to use them and split the savings with her. She can write her initials in a corner of each coupon so you can keep track of the ones you use. Then present her with her couponing "paycheck." Thanks for the letter and I hope my readers will give some thought to helping an older person they know join the ranks of couponers and refunders. It can really mean a lot to an older person to be able to earn money again. SMART SHOPPER AWARD This week's Smart Shopper Award goes to: J.M. Chairs, Decatur, Ala.: "On double coupon day my supermarket had the 49-ounce box of Oxydol on sale for $1.59.1 had four 50-cent coupons and when they were doubled. I purchased four boxes for £2.36, just a little more than I would usually pay for one box! Here's a refund form to write for : A $1 refund. Peter Paul Coconut Rebate Offer, P.O. Box 3355 Maple Plain, Mn 55393. This ofer expires March 1, 1984. While waiting for the form, save 3jght regular-size outer wrappers from Mounds or Almond Joy (any combination or two bite-size bags.) Here is this week's list of refund offers. Start looking for the required refund forms, which you can obtain at the supermarket, in newspaper and magazine advertisements and from trading with friends. Meanwhile, start collecting the needed proofs of purchase as detailed below. Remember, some offers are not available in all areas of the country. Today's refund offers have a value of $7. Dairy Products, Oil, Margarine, Diet Products (File No. 2) These offers require refund forms: KRAFT Deluxe Slices & Beef Ofljer. Receive a 75-cent coupon for ground beef and a 25-cent coupon for the 12-ounce or larger sizerof Kraft Deluxe Slices. Send the required refund form and three front panels from any package of the 8-ounce or larger Deluxe pasteurized process cheese slices of any variety. Expires March 31, 1984. KRAFT pass The Buck Refund Offer. Receive a 25-cent to $1 refund. Send the required refund form and, from Kraft Chunk Cheddar and Colby Cheeses, the horse and wagon symbol, plus the net weight as the proof of purchase. Receive 50 cents for each 2-pound panel and 25 cents for each panel from any other sizes up to a total of $1. Expires March 31, 1984. KRAFT Singles Refund Offer. Receive four 25-cent coupons good for the 12-ounce or 16-ounce Kraft Singles. Send the required refund form and two back panels with the Universal Product Code symbols from any size or flavor of Kraft Pasteurized Process Cheese Food Singles. Expires March 31, 1984. LIEDERKRANZ $2 * Cash Refund. Send the required refund form and four Liderkranz Cheese box tops. Expires Feb. 28, 1984. ^ * PARKAY Light Corn Oil Spread $1 Refund Offer. Receive two 50-cent coupons. Send the required refund form and labels from two 2-pound bowls of Parkay Light Corn Oil Spread. Expires June 30, 1984. 7ELVEETA Slices Free Recipe Booklet Offer. Send the required refund form and two front panels from any size of Velveeta slices process cheese spread. Expires April 30, 1984. Write to me in care of The Coupon Clipper. United Feature Syndicate, 200 Park Ave., New York. N Y. 01066. Non-compliance with children's car restrains could bring arrest The Illinois State Police reminds parents or legal guardians residing in Illinois who transport their children under six years of age in a motor vehicle while unrestrained are subject to an arrest since Jan. 1. The State Police implemented a six month (July 1 - Dec. 31) educational program, whereby motorists who were in violation of the Child Passenger Protection Act were issued a written warning for the first offense and informed about the Act. Supt. Laimutis Nargelenas said, "During the first six months of this new law, troopers issued 1907 written warnings and 10 citations." He said troopers will be enforcing a law that children cah live with. ^•CUSTOM WINDOW TREATWlENTS*DRAPERIES«WOlVENS*MINI S*SOFT SHADES^ SERVICE LINE: A LISTING OF NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS COMPILED AS A PUBLIC SERVICE TO McHENRY McHENRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ,385-4300 FAMILY SERVICE & MENTAL HEALTH CENTER 4302 G West Crystal Lakf Rd McHenry,<?!. 60050 815-385-6400 TURNING POINT-DOMESTIC VIOLENCE STRESS LINE McHenry County 24 hours a day, 7 days a week Parents Anonymous meetings on Tuesday Call 815-338-8080 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 202-755-8660 Hours /30am to 5 30 p m week days I •/m had a problem involving the federal government and not known where in call7 And then been given the runaround or referrals by persons a'io meant "well but didn t know how to help' Ten specialists available at 'his center I v * NATIONAL RUN-AWAY SWITCHBOARD (Illinois Phone: 800-972-6004 'For confidential conversations on problems dealr-} with run away children I . , MOVING HOTLINE ? Phone 800-424-9213 iComplaints about interstate moving by companies, buses or trams Spon cnred by Interstate Commerce commission I STATE CHAMBER GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS HOTLINE 217-522-^514 i ' ' < I HRIGHT Pregnant' Need Help7 Counseling Service 385-2999 24 hour Answering Service ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES 24 Hours Child Abuse Hotline TOLL FREE: 800-252-2878 CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSSION f 800-638-2666 (Operates five national lines Answers mguiries about or reporting on the safety of products from kitchen appliances to children's toys. I NATIONAL SOLAR HEATING AND COOLING INFORMATION CENTER 800-523-2929 PU Bo* 1607, RockviHe Md 20860 lOispenses information on solar systems for heating and cooling to anyone trom architects to home owners looking for a sun powered hot water system I , * YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU FOR McHENRY COUNTY 4713 W [lm St McHenry Phone: 344-3240 24 hours Crisis Intervention and Confidential Counseling lor youth and families NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION . Phone 800 424-9393 lAnswers questions abou^automobile safety defects or whether a par ticuiar model has ever been recalled Valuable lor those interested in buying a used car I - - . MENTAL HEALTH I -800-892-8900 Crisis Ceniei line for McHenry Co 24 hour Emergency number and professional staff wil. ans-wei your call Sponsoring agency McHenry Coun . ty Comprehensive Mental Health Service System NATIONAL NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH ASSOCIATION Po t 0ff.ee Bo* 1 7400 Washington, 0 C 20041 Phom (703)471-0404 CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION 312-793-3580 Chicaqo, II ILLINOIS STATE CHAMBER HOTLINE Phone: 217-522-5514 Answer to questions on government regulations McHENRY COUNTY CETA OUTREACH CENTER 666 Russel Ct, Woodstock, II 60098 Phone (815) 338-7100 Job Training Offered McHENRY COUNTY ASSOCIATION FOR THE RETARDED Robert G lambourn, Executive Director Phone: 344-1230 ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (815)455-3311 McHENRY COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS COUNCIL 800-892-3272 Monday through Friday, 8 30 am to 4 30 p m PRAIRIE STATE LEGAL SERVICES. INC. t 800-942-3940 Free legal representation in civil cases to low income persons Landlord tenant disputes, domestic violence or improper denial ol benefits such as Social Security, Public Aid, Food Stamps, General Assistance & Unem ployment Insurance , SUPPORT GROUP FOR MEN WHO BATTER Meets eyery Thursday 6 7pm For information call 338-8080 COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS McHenry County Chapter (For bereaved parentsl Call 385-5732