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) __ Past 65 advise and help him or her to get it done sensibly and legally - and at once ~ to make certain all will be properly taken care of when and if it is necessary. Q. - "People who are old and incompetent, or blind and unable to handle their own affairs, can arrange to give a 'power of attorney' to a close, trustworthy relative or lawyer. That way, somebody t can do the necessary financial chores that provide income from property of the elder when necessary." - Janet A. A. - Watch out! Anybody who contemplates giving a "power of attorney" should be cautious. If Younger Person A has a power of attorney from Elder Person B, that Younger Person A can take for himself anything and everything by exercizing the power. I know of a man in a nursing home whose younger brother had his power of attorney. One day, the younger brother presented the power of at­ torney and $15,000 in bonds belonging to the man in the nursing home to the bank and then walked away with the cash. And he kept on walking. My advice to Janet is that when thinking about signing a power of attorney, be extra careful. Watch out! A power of attorney is best given only to a spouse, or to his or her children who may have their complete trust and respect. u. Q. - "I am a lonely, 69- year-old widow in need of a pen pal and interests other than my church activities. Please help me find some pen pals my age." - Nezzie £>c. ^7 A. - This cohfrnn cannot arrange direct contact for pen pals, but I can tell Nezzie of several methods she can use for the same purpose: write tOv the pastor of a church in another town that is the same denomination as her church, and ask him to name a pen pal. Her local pastor can get the name of such a church and its ad­ dress. She can obtain from local nursing homes the byCarlRiblet Jr. Q. - "My parents who lived in West Barrington, R.I., left me many antiques. I don't want to sell most of them, but I might part with an American flag of 13 stars in a circle that was sewn by Sarah Wilson, the grand­ daughter of Betsy Ross who made the first American flag in 1777. This flag is more than 150 years old. It was given to my father, a medical doctor, by a patient who couldn't give him money for services. The flag is mounted under glass and framed. With it are pasted a little picture of Betsy Ross and George Washington. It is signed by the grand­ daughter. Do you think it is worth anything as an an­ tique?" - Kate W. A. - It could be, depending on its condition. However, I should think that a flag fashioned by a grandchild of Betsy Ross would not, as a copy or replica, have much cash value. Kate can contact some antique shops in her city for advice, and possible sale. She will soon learn whether the flag is worth selling. Q. -- "My husband and I are both past 65 and we were both divorced before our marriage. When the £rst of us dies does the survivor have to have copies of our divorces to show to Social Security in order to collect the $225 that SS pays as a death benefit?" -- Mrs. A.MB. A. - A copy of the divorce docufhent certainly would heljp SS to determine without delay that the survivor is entitled to the benefit. It is always sensible to have available to show SS, any and all documents that could help settle any claim to benefits. Q. - "I have been trying to help my aged brother and protect his interests as he becomes unable to manage his affairs. It made me wonder what might happen to me as I get old. So I and two friends took steps together to take care of such eventuality for any of us. We formed a Committee of Three. We are not concerned with burials and memorials but with the problems of high school rather than being left to the mercy of indifferent or unscrupulous strangers. "The three of us have filled out a form which we got from the Veterans ad­ ministration. It lists next of kin, assets, inventories, bank accounts, places where records are to be found, and similar points of in­ formation. We each have keys to each other's homes. With the guidance of an attorney we are going to place our names on each other's bank accounts so we can pay bills for any one of us when need be. We will also have access to each other's safety deposit boxes. We are not executors but guardians of the living. We are not mentioned in each other's wills, so we have nothing to gain from each other. What do you think of our idea?" - Edythe C. A. - In theory it may be a good idea, depending on how the lawyer sets it up and, most important of all, the integrity of the members of the Committee of Three. What happens, I will ask Edythe, if all members of the group should become senile, blind or too ill to take care of themselves or the others at the same time? The committee idea should be explored with doubt and the greatest care. Q. - "In answer to the letter in your column that wanted to know how an older person can avoid being cheated when disabled, there is a procedure that is available. The., court can appoint a conservator to take care of the assets of elders who don't have members of the family to act in their behalf. There are many elders who are greatly concerned about the safety of their assets in the event they become incompetent." - - Margaret W. A. - There are a number of methods available in law that can be used to protect the assets of the blind and senile. The thing to do in any event is to make provision now. An elder's bank can names and addresses of a few nursing homes in other cities and write to the managers for the names of people there who might want pen pals. There are many other places where such interest may be aroused - in other towns - the YWCA, YMCA, and some of the various senior . citizen organizations and clubs. Addresses can be obtained by phoning the Yellow Pages Information office in any big city. Nezzie can call on cheap time anchsave money. Q< - "I am 70.1 was in the hospital for an operation and while recovering I had to take inhalator machine treatment several times a day to keep from getting pneumonia. The operator of the machine was a nasty young man who was im­ patient with me and my roommate, who is 68- day the operator bawled out my Roommate because he wasn't inhaling and exhaling properly. My roommate scolded him for being so grouchy and the operator answered back, "Oh, you old people give me a pain. You're wards of Medicare and you think we're sup­ posed to serve only you." "I didn't do anything about it at the time, which was three days ago. Is it too late to report him" now?" - Morton L. A. - It is not too late. If Morton will report the operator's remark to two places - his doctor and the hospital management -- the matter may be settled abruptly. People on Medicare are not, of course wards of Medicare. They pay fdr Medicare coverage and are customers of Medicare. It might have been good if Morton had* laughed scornfully at the operator for his remark ana then himself remarked, "You're a fool" That's what the operator was, a fool for not realizing where most of the money comes from to pay his wages - Medicare. Write to Carl Riblet Jr. for advice and information on problems' of aging. Send addressed, stamped en­ velope to Box 40757, Tucson Ariz. 85717. All questions will be answered, if possible. No identities will be revealed. Lakemoor-Lilymoor Area Margaret Karas 385-4934 Many Enjoy Open House Fritzsche Industrial park has moved to new quarters at 484 Wegner road. An "Open House" was held Dec. 24, which many residents and business people in the area enjoyed. Bill Fritzsche hosted the event. „ In a joint effort, residents and the Industrial park worked together to improve the roads in Fritzsche Estates. Postal delivery had been erratic due to the deep pot holes. This has now been corrected. The Industrial park gives employment and adds to the local tax base. It is the one area in our community that is industry oriented. May the new location help in at­ tracting new business en­ terprises. FAREWELL Paul and Ann Starzyk said goodbye to their home in Lakemoor as they left with the last load of their possessions Monday, Dec. 22. They are off to a new home and a new life in Prim, Ark. The Vornkahls had been helping Paul and Ann transport their furnishings for the past weeks; Donald helping with the driving and Marion with the packing and unpacking. After settling in, Ann called dear friend Alyce Kowal, saying that there were still innumerable boxes to be unpl&ked. And that Bobby, their cat with the short tail, had survived the trip very well but was constantly following them up and down stairs. Seems as if Bobby was afraid his masters would take off and leave him in a strange place. Ann and Paul leave many friends who wish them well, and who will probably be stopping in for a visit. Arkansas is beautiful country, and now has the added attraction of two beautiful people. And a cat. BIRTHDAY TIME Marie Hyatt will be the recipient of happy birthday wishes Jan. 8. The mother of Lakemoor's president, has not been feeling well. We hope that she will be able to get about more in 1981, and that she will continue making the beautiful afghans and handwork she has made in the past. Renee Be tancour t celebrates her birthday Jan. 10. The following day belongs to Patty Rae Chambers. Pat Zabroski adds another year on, the twelfth. May you all have a joyous year. ' COMMUNITY GOALS Our community can grow with the participation and work ing toge the r o f a l l people. 1981 can be a year of better government, more employment, better living conditions, and the saving of a valuable water resource. May the following be accomplished: act on plans to dredge Lily Lake; fairly assess sewer costs in Lakemoor ; develop a strong Lilymoor association where a l l r e s iden t s sha re r e spons ib i l i t y ; beg in building plans for a new library building. "Happy New Year!" COMMUNITY CALENDAR Jan. 8. Lakemoor Village meeting, 8 p.m. J an . 19 . F r ee b lood p r e s su re s c r een ing Lakemoor Mun ic ipa l building, 7 to 8 p. m Jan. 21. Lily Lake con­ se rva t ion C lub . Inc mee t ing . Lakemoor Municipal building, 8 p.m. Election of officers. Prayer is the best therapy for despair. GOD BLESS PAGE 1>. PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. JANUARY 1.1*1 CPR Course Offered Those who don't know what to do in a crisis, will benefit by attending the basic life support class- cardio-pulmonary res- suscitation-(CPR) offered as a public service by Memorial// hospital at Woodstock. Mrs. Mary Ganek, R.N., director of 'educational services at Memorial hospital, said the next class will be from 7 to 11 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13. All that is necessary to sign up for this free course of instruction is to call the hospital and ask for the Emergency depart­ ment where registration is being handled. To help CPR certified people check up on their knowledge, here are four questions all should be able to answer. The queries: 1 - Name the five signs and symptoms of a heart attack 2 - How can you tell if a person requires CPR" 3 - What is the breathing and compression ratio for an infant*' 4 In t he chok ing maneuver how many ab­ domina l t h rus t s do you administer? The CPR classes are held in the cafeteria of Memorial hospital at Woodstock, scheduled for the second Tuesday o f e ach mon th except during the summer months The classes are taught by trained personnel at the hospital and members of the Woodstock Rescue squad Equ ipmen t p rov ided through contributions of the Woman's auxiliary and the hospital are available for r ea l i s t i c emergency training. The four-hour class con sists of discussion and actual practice of the techniques taught by instructors cer­ tified by the Illinois Heart association. The class also includes wftat to do if a person is choking CONSUMER ^/CHECKLIST rz?. / / / / / ! / / / I l l I I I I UWVWWW^v nmi i i i .LL i , . , . . . k , Carpet experts warn not to use rubber mats by the door because they can stain car pets. If you use plastic run­ ners to protect your carpet remember to remove them occasionally so the pile can spring back up Evening Of Plays theatre will present an evening of one-act plays Friday, Jan. 9, at 8 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 10, at 3 p.m. The evening (or afternoon) includes thp comedy, "An Insp4c,tor Answers", and the d ramsT "The Cha rge i s MurderPv. "An Inspector Answers" by Norman Phillip Hart is being directed by junior Mark Leslie. Included in the cast of this drawing room farce are Scott Grant, Sue UTWiASKi i-Jwr Beef Prices Up, Bet - lecom Are Higher The average retail price for red meat has risen over 250 percent since 1950. During that same time, the amount of meat eaten by each American has increased 18 per­ cent, to an estimated 148.5 pound per person. Despite these increases, how­ ever, consumers are devoting a smaller proportion of their dis­ posable income to red meat. While meat prices and con­ sumption have increased rapid­ ly over the last three decades, incomes have risen even faster. Consumers, therefore, have been able to purchase meat, even at the m prices, for a smaller their income. Americans are not only more meat than they did" 1950, they are eating different kinds of meat. • • • o Truth may btf^fard to ascertain but the search warrants the attention of all individuals. P r i v a t e i n i t i a t i v e seems to function best when liberally supported by public funds. Ifl Chyllo, Debbie Stflifford, Brent Birkhoff, and Scott Mullen as the Inspector. "The Charge it Murder" was written by Luella Mc- Mahon. The play is a court room drama and is being directed by sophomore Debbie Swinford. The cast includes Paul Metzger and Co l l een Boak a s two lawyers. Pat Schifferdecker is the defendent accused of murder and Rich Preston plays the Judge. Also in the cast are Cheryi Burkharat, L inda Dav idson , Mark Leslie,kPam Kilcoyne, Karla Pollack and Rene Alden- brook. Most of the cast members of the one-act plays are members of the Drama class at Johnsburg high school, instructed by Dan Stanowski. Tickets for each per­ formance will be available at the door beginning one hour before each per­ formance. Senior citizens are invited to attend either performance free of charge. The performances will be given in the Johnsburg high school auditorium at 2002 W. Ringwood road. Pregnant, NEED HELP? Call BIRTHRIGHT o»na OHN«M. II A v A|ill I KOV ' I 1 WON •Ij.u 1*1 i .4..w~ »iNGtl«VICf is-3ts-: AVAILABLE LOCALLY RuH recommended in 1 "How To Prosper During The Coming Bod Years" FREE INFORMATION MOIRA DAVIS Nutrition Counselor 1479 i t Box 3», itock, 1160098 I with Mortons Ktoalth 4 Survival i*« --of Food Supplement* Bu«in*»s Opportunity Fro* Training Now To Sibscrihe to The McHoory Plaindealer The McHenry Plaindealer 3812 W. 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