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Lifestyles After 50 • March 2014 • page 2

Getting Off the Beaten Path Can Lead to Little-Known Gems of Discovery

Dear Readers,

Just look at that cover photo—a

boardwalk leading to somewhere we can’t see. Knowing it is in Florida, we might guess there’s a swampy area ahead (read: gators and cypress trees). I suppose we all feel like getting away sometimes. We think we’d like to get off the beaten path or boardwalk and go far from the busyness of the interstate high-ways and crowded shopping malls. It’s fun just to take a path, walk on it and enjoy peace and tranquility—at least for a little while. I’m afraid I’ve become so tied to my technology (gotta check the iPhone—someone might be texting me!) and conve-niences (run up to the store and get eggs) that I’d not be a good candidate for being REALLY REALLY far off the beaten path very long. Getting off the beaten path means we pay less attention to comfort, convenience and what others consider best or right or timely and change to thinking more about a “fi t” for our own needs. It’s times we fi nd new thoughts, new ideas and perhaps new people. It means having less attachment to what we usually do or what others think about what we do. I want to follow such paths, but where? when? how? I started by

leaving my comfy living room reading chair and taking a new book out into Dear Husband’s beautifully landscaped back yard. Why not read outside? I just hadn’t done it for years. Now I have. And I’ve lived here over 30 years and had never gone to the every-single-Sat-urday-night rodeo at River Ranch. Now I have, and it was so very colorful and such fun—read about it in this issue. After more thought and research, DH and I are ready to load up the cooler and the lawn chairs and start checking out some of Florida’s more unique places. No mouse ears for a while, please!From the website visitfl orida.com’s section “Off the Beaten Path,” here’s our start-up list of places and events:13th Annual Sopchoppy Worm Gruntin’ Festival (April 13)Wild Horse Rescue in Mims—volunteer for a day

Black Bear Scenic Byway Drive

15th Annual Antique & Classic Boat Show in Apalachicola

Punta Gorda’s Third Annual Pedal and Play in ParadiseLive Oak’s Spirit of the Suwannee Music EventsWine & Cheese Cruise on Homosassa SpringsIt’s Greek to Me: Take Bouzouki Lessons in Tarpon Springs (Only $5)Yalaha Bakery in Lake

County for the fresh breadFind some of Florida’s Historic CemeteriesFestival of Bacon in Orlando October 5 (Who knew?)Greenville, Florida: Childhood Hometown of Ray Charles So, Readers, I’ll see you on the Black Bear Byway or in a cemetery or on some other off-the-beaten path adventure! Enjoy!

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Museum and Volunteers Offer 1800’s View of FloridaBY JOHN A. PRESTON

To give unselfishly of your-self, your skills, your heart,

your soul, your personality, your life experience, your time – it’s rare to find this type person today, but not rare character-istics for those who volunteer at Silver Springs Museum and Environmental Education Center. “Volunteers are critical to our success,” says Museum Director Scott Mitchell, who has been involved with the museum for 10 years. “We have four full-time employees and several part-timers, so our staff is small. Over 10,000 students visit our museum each year. We could not operate at this level without volunteers, who also save our program a lot of money by performing tasks we would otherwise have to pay for. They are quite diverse and many are retired educators.” Silver Springs, the state’s oldest tour-ist attraction dating back to the 1500s

and the Timucuan Indians, is a registered National Landmark. The Museum and Education Center volunteer duties, according to Mitchell, include teaching docent, First Mate on a tour boat, assistance in the museum archaeological collec-tions or the library and maintenance and work in the blacksmith shop. Al and Pat Duane first visited Florida 43 years ago on their honeymoon. “We knew then we liked Florida,” he said. “Thirteen years ago we moved here for good. We came from Silver Springs (Maryland) and now volunteer at Silver Springs one or two days a week and some weekends. We enjoy it.”

Pat, a retired school teacher, works with fourth graders teaching them about life in the 1800s. Al volunteers his time and energy in the blacksmith shop. “I am still learning the blacksmith busi-ness,” Al said.

“While researching information for our presentations, we’re learning a lot of very interesting information. Crack-ers down here in Florida were honest, hard-working, Christian people. They were God-fearing; they helped their neighbors. Being called a ‘cracker’ in the South was a compliment; up North it was a derogatory term.” The ‘Cracker Village’ display shows what home was like to hard-working cattle ranchers. “Florida is

one of the largest cattle producing states in the country,” Al said. “The Crackers herded cattle by cracking a whip which sounded like a rifle shot and made the cattle move.” Recent improvement to the museum, according to Mitchell, included renovating several build-ings “in order to become more historically accurate, creating as precise an experience as possible.” Future plans include interactive touch screens for students and visitors to highlight the cultural and natural history of North Central Florida. It will include a hologram of a historical figure who will speak to visitors. “The Silver River Museum is a gem here in North Central Florida and is unique for many reasons,” said Mitchell. “Because we are a part of the Marion County Public School System, we focus on elementary age students. However, the museum is open to the public each weekend and for special events.” Visit SilverRiverMuseum.com.

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21 – 23 Wine and Seafood Festival at Lakeridge

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Have a Healthcare System Problem? Hire a Patient AdvocateBY PAUL WYNN

When questions arise over medical bills, treatment

options, insurance claims, undiagnosed symptoms, who do you turn to for help? Doctors, nurses, loved ones—maybe Google. Turns out there are professionals who can offer answers—and provide help. These professionals are called patient advocates, sometimes known as health advocates or patient naviga-tors. While the profession is in its infancy, it is slowly achieving greater recogni-tion as more people learn about how patients can benefi t from their services. “Just as many people now have a fi nancial advisor, personal trainer or life coach, more people are learning that they can hire a patient advocate with insider knowledge and direct experience about how the healthcare system works,” says Elisabeth Schuler Russell, founder of Patient Navigator consultancy and president of the National Association of Healthcare Ad-vocacy Consultants (NAHAC). Patient advocates provide a wide range of services. These services may include managing medical and hospital bills, fi ling insurance claims, choosing health or Medicare plans, fi nding the right doctor, challenging insurance denials, researching medical conditions, accompanying you or loved ones to medical appointments, among many other things.

Emerging trend The Affordable Care Act (ACA) most recently fueled the need for “insurance navigators” to help consumers research and enroll in health insurance exchanges. The ACA has also

highlighted the dysfunction of the healthcare system and showed the growing distance between people who need healthcare and people who provide healthcare, says Vicki Breitbart, director of the health advocacy program at Sarah Lawrence College in New York. “Patient advocates can help bridge that gap.”

Currently, there are an estimated 150 patient advocates in the United States, composed of nurses, physician assistants, social workers, medical billers, insurance advisors and many caregivers whose personal experience helping parents or loved ones with healthcare decisions motivated them to get involved in the profession. Russell says that as the baby boomers age, new insurance options emerge through the ACA and treatment options become increasingly complex, there’s a growing need for patients to work with patient advocates. But skeptics warn patients that there currently is no certifi cation or state li-censure for patient advocates and no actual qualifi cations are required. This is not uncommon for professions

in their infancy that are still creating standards and a code of ethics, says Breitbart.

Advocacy in action To fi nd a health advocate, AdvoConnection.com is a good place to start. All you need to search the free directoryis an email address and zip code. There are about a half

dozen advocates on the West Coast of Florida. One of them is Lea Ann Biafora with Beacon On-cology Nurse Advocates in Saint Petersburg. Biafora helps patients and their families work through multiple issues related to cancer—from evaluating medical records, questions to ask their doctors to treatment options and fi nancial issues. “Our goal is to empower patients and help them become knowledgeable and understand their treatment options,” she says. Paying for an advocate

will most likely come out of your own pocket. Advocates’ services are generally not covered by health insurance. It’s important to fi nd out how much an advocate charges. There’s no standard fee for patient advocates, but hourly fees range from $60 to $250. Some advocates will waive their fee for an initial consultation to learn more about your unique needs. Russell recommends asking for a written agreement or contract that lists out the services to be provided, estimated hours and how long the service will take. “Most advocates will put their information and answers to you in writing without hesitation,” she explains. “Don’t rely on verbal promises or commitments.”

Navigating the healthcare system can be less confusing with a patient advocate

by your side, but be prepared to pay out-of-pocket for their services.

Finding a Patient AdvocateHallmarks of an ethical and effective patient advocate:

Experience Experience as a healthcare professional can

be helpful in understanding the nuances of the medical system, but non-clinical backgrounds

prove useful as well. Find out how much experience they have in handling similar cases.

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certifi cates from universities or online training programs, but there is no national certifi cation

or licensure for patient advocacy.

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such as the National Association of Healthcare Advocacy Consultants (NAHAC) or the Alliance of

Professional Health Advocates (APHA)? Membership is no guarantee for ethical behavior, but these two associations have set standards for their members.

Ethics Members of APHA and NAHAC abide by a code

of ethics with the goal of providing compassion and respect to patients and their families. Other ethical conduct includes being transparent, maintaining

patient privacy and avoiding discrimination.

SpecializationWord of mouth is one of the best ways to fi nd an advocate. However, each advocate specializes in different areas so match your specifi c needs to

someone with a track record and relevant experience.

Work LoadAsk how many projects the advocate works on. It’s normal for advocates to be juggling a few cases at one time, but make sure your

needs get the attention you deserve. Check AdvoConnection.com online.

Florida Patient Advocates include:Compass Care: 813-501-2000

Professional Advocacy: Partners: 352-326-2030 Aging Wisely: 727-477-5845

Patient Advocacy Group: 972-390-1101 Florida Patient Advocacy: 352-379-8259

Beacon Oncology Nurse Advocates: 855-490-8777

Paul Wynn has covered healthcare trends for the past 20 years as a freelance writer.


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Westgate River Ranch Vacation: Close to Nature Yet Far Enough Away to Be a Real Vacation

BY JANICE DOYLE

Yee haw! Ride ‘em cowboys. Not long ago we had a hankerin’ to get

out the Western shirts and boots and spend a weekend in the great Florida outdoors. Out where the star sightings aren’t filtered by city lights. It was a good reason for a trip to Westgate River Ranch east of Lake Wales. The River Ranch has been around for de-cades and has recently been renovated as part of the Westgate Resort family. It’s the largest dude ranch in Florida and a clean, safe place to go alone or with the whole family. Here’s what to look for:1. Activities for everyone and for all ages: sit in the quiet with a book, go to The Saloon for a drink (including non-alcoholic), ride a mechanical bull, play mini golf. How about horseback riding, skeet shooting, swamp buggy, air boating, fishing or archery? On weekend nights there’s line dancing,

live music, bonfires, hayride/cookout, a small adventure park and the rodeo.2. Try Glamping (glamorous camp-ing). Each Glamping site is a sturdy fully-furnished canvas tent set on a platform in a wooded area complete with microwave, mini fridge, AC. Glamping sites include a key to a private bathroom facility with shower.3. Convenient accommodations include new and older cabins and the renovated Lodge as well as a beautiful RV park.4. Yee haw! It’s a Wild West rodeo every Saturday night! Eight seconds

may not seem like a long time, but when you’re watching a bull rider try-ing to stay on a bucking bull, it seems like an eternity. This rodeo is fun. Pro-fessional—and colorful—lady horse-back riders make their acts seem easy and there’s a hilarious “calf scramble” for kid cowpokes. It’s a very patriotic, feel-good-to-be-an-American event with lots of red, white and blue and Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the USA.” A Rodeo Dance immediately following the rodeo is an open time for everyone to dance to slow tunes, boot-scootin’ boogie and fun stuff like “Macarena.”

5. Natural Florida is right outside the door. From watching bison and horses in the pasture to hiking trails through ancient live oak woods along the water, you may find your only distractions to be the birds and critters.

6. The easy life is here. On site, the Smokehouse Grill, the Saloon

and the Deli at the General Store serve up meals. And there’s a Dinner Hayride. No Western wear? Buy a nifty cowboy hat or outfit at the onsite Western Store.7. One-of-a-kind staff. Everyone is terrific and attentive—like they want to be there, and we found many who had worked at the ranch for years. These guys may be bull riders for the weekend rodeo, but they make great trail ride guides during the day! Days and hours of operation for restaurants vary by season; call ahead before visiting to know if you need to stop on the way for groceries. Accommodation prices: Lodge: $99 and up; Cottages and Cabins: $150 and up; Glamping tents: $179 and up; tent sites: $20; RV sites: $40. Sample activity prices: Rodeo: $15.50. Pontoon boat rental: $65/hour + tax. Swamp buggy ride: $25. To learn more, call 863-692-1321.


Veterans Corner

BY JANICE DOYLE

Older veterans remember coming

home from their war experiences to a countrythat seemed not to care. One man is trying to change all that for today’s soldiers. Army Special Forces Staff Sergeant Jason McCarthy told CBS News he feels “we can impact society for the better sooner” by telling war stories from Iraq and Afghanistan now to create under-standing. McCarthy went on to say that public support for the military is strong but that very few people know someone in the service personally. McCarthy is founder of GORUCK, a company that makes backpacks and other military-grade gear used today by individuals and miltary. He sponsors War Stories and Free Beer to tell the military story. McCarthy said that hav-ing served in the military doesn’t have to be the proverbial “elephant in the room.” Instead of just hearing people say “Support the troops,” McCarthy wants to answer questions like “What did you do in the war?” or maybe “What was it like?” He wants people to know who they are supporting. GORUCK’s War Stories and Free Beer is coming to Largo, Florida’s Armed Forces History Museum Officers Club on Thursday, March 6. During the two-hour event, four veterans will each share a deployment story, along with personal photographs, followed by a Q and A time. The stories are meant to inform and humanize as well as entertain. The Navy Times reported that Capt. David Waikart, a military intelligence officer, “had the crowd roaring as he poked fun at the Special Forces and Rangers who ‘take themselves too seri-ously in their black Oakley sunglasses.’”

Sophie Pollitt-Cohen of GORUCK says, “The goal of our event is to bridge the civilian-military-gap and break down some language barriers—in an atmosphere anchored by a universal love of beer. Often when it’s over and it’s the free beer time, people talk and that’s when people can talk individually to the participants. It’s a very intimate time for sharing stories.”

One of the guest speakers for the Largo GORUCK event will be Major Ceasar Civitella. MAJ Civitella served in WWII with the Office of Strategic Services, the predecessor to the CIA. He was one of the first to be recruited for the newly formed U.S. Army’s Special Forces. Later, MAJ Civitella worked for the CIA where he was awarded the Intelligence Medal of Merit. These are not open mic events, according to Pollitt-Cohen. The men have told their stories before. And McCarthy said beer will always be provided at the events because it serves as a symbol, “…just one of those things that makes you smile.” There won’t be dress uniforms, and the environment is set up to be as unthreat-ening as possible. It will be a time to learn about the life of a deployed mili-tary service member in today’s world—and maybe share the understanding of what it meant to you in another time. If you go: 7 pm to 9 pm. $10 dona-tion/tickets may be purchased online at goruck.com. Proceeds benefit the Armed Forces History Museum as well as Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America. Armed Forces History Museum – Officers Club, 2050 34th Way North, Largo.

“War Stories and Free Beer” Bridges Military/Civilian Gap

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Learn to Capture Magic Every Day of Your Life

BY EVELYN MACKEY

It’s never too late to have dreams. Reaching mid life doesn’t mean

dreams have to end. One man who dreamed big and acted on his dreams every day of his life was Walt Disney. Recently, the movie “Saving Mr. Banks” provided insight into the way Disney saw his past and present. Near the end when he revealed details about his child-hood, audiences gained new respect for him. At no time had he let his past define his present or ruin his dreams. One book about Walt Disney, “How To Be Like Walt: Capturing the Disney Magic Every Day of Your Life” also presents the man behind the myth. Authors Pat Williams and Jim Denney conducted over 1,000 inter-views and then tied them all together

to share lessons they gleaned from this icon of American family entertainment. Williams, whose personal fascina-tion with Disney began when he relocated to Orlando in 1989 to build a new NBAA basketball team, considers Walt Disney to be one of his mentors. In fact, his team, the Magic, was named in honor of one of Disney’s most famous creations, the Magic Kingdom. The book is part biography, part motivational speech, part self-help book, part business guide, and it offers many of Disney’s best features and enduring qualities to incorporate into your own life. No matter your age.

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beef, diced1 c jack cheese, shredded4 eggs1 c heavy cream1 c milkSalt and pepper to taste

Saute onions and celery slightly in butter. Add corned beef. Heat through and spread in buttered quiche pan (or ramekins). Add cheese. Whisk eggs, cream milk and seasoning together and pour into pan. Bake at 425 about 25 minutes.

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Irish Soda Bread2 1/2 cups flour1/2 c sugar2 tsp caraway seed1 1/2 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp baking soda1/2 cup raisins or currants1 1/4 c buttermilk2 eggs1/2 tsp vanilla

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