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Important Dates,and Observances
March 2025
March is National Nutrition Month
Scam, Schemes and Fraud
March 25
Master the Possibilities, Ocala, FL
April 2025
Healthy Weight Forum
April 8
Webber Center Gallery
Ocala, FL
Congressman Gus Bilirakis
2025 Senior Resource Fairs
April 22
Citrus Springs, FL, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Spring Hill, FL, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Aging Matters:
Oak Hammock honors nonagenarians
The work, “Senior Seniors,” spotlights the portraiture of Michael Levy, a retired University of Florida professor of cognitive psychology, returning to one of his first loves as a photographer.
It features 64 people over the age of 90 who live at Oak Hammock. To reach more, click HERE.
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Time for some Food FACT or FICTION:
The serving size listed on a Nutrition Facts label reflects the amount that a person should eat or drink.
FICTION The serving size listed on a Nutrition Facts label reflects how much people tend to consume. It’s not a recommended serving size.
For more FACT or FICTION about Food, download this handout.
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Exciting New Classes - starting now!
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Every month Elder Options offers a variety of free classes to support your health and well-being.
Starting soon are Matter of Balance, Tai Chi and Diabetes Education in Gainesville, Savvy Caregiver Training in Lecanto and Starke, and SHINE Medicare classes online. Join us today!
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Elder Options to be recognized for work with UF Health
Care One Clinic during 2025
Patient Safety and Quality Week poster session
For several years, Elder Options has partnered with UF Health to address hospital readmission rates of patients with chronic health problems and unmet Health-Related Social Needs, such as housing insecurity, food insecurity, and transportation concerns. Research suggests that patients with unmet health-related social needs face significantly higher readmission rates, particularly if they have one or more social need (ie: housing and food insecurity).
Elder Options works with the patient's primary care team, including doctors, nurses, social workers, psychologists, and pharmacists, to coordinate assistance with social services. Of the patients who participated in the partnership there were no readmissions.
The poster, entitled, "Reducing Admissions/Readmissions by Bridging Clinical Care with Community-Based Care Transition Services through a Partnership between UF Health Care One Clinic and Elder Options", has been accepted for the 2025 Patient Safety and Quality Week poster session. We are thrilled that the efforts of the Care One Clinic and our staff are being recognized in this forum.
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Scams, Schemes and Fraud: What to do?
Who to Report to and Why
Join us March 25, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Master the Possibilities in,Ocala, FL as we discuss the latest scams and how to stay safe.
Topics wll include:
- Medicare Fraud: A $60 Billion Industry
- Scams Perpetrated by Family Members and Caregivers
- Scams related to Consumer and Industry impact our pocketbooks and more!
The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. To save your spot today, call 352-861-9751, or register online HERE..
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Healthy Weight Forum
On April 8th, join Elder Options, the National Council on Aging, and the Marion County Hospital District for a free and open discussion about healthy weight for older adults. Hear from experts and learn from personal experiences about navigating healthy weight treatment options and your rights to care.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Webber Center Gallery
College of Central FLorida
3001 SW College Road, Ocala, FLorida
Seating is limited, and free parking is available across from the Gallery. To reserve your spot register HERE, or call 352-692-5221 and leave your name and phone number for confirmation. The Webber Center Gallery will be open for viewing
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Congressman Gus Bilirakis
2025 Senior Resource Fair, April 22, 2025
Congressman Bilirakis has invited Elder Options CEO, Katina Mustipher and staff to speak at the 2025 Senior Resource Fair in Hernando and Citrus Counties. We'd love to see you there!
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Citrus Springs, Florida
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Spring Hill, Florida
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
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Citrus Springs Community Center
1570 W. Citrus Springs Blvd,
Citrus Springs, FL 34434
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Schafer Memorial All-American VFW
14736 Edward R Noll Drive,
Spring Hill, FL 34609
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By popular demand... our Online Caregiver Support Group!
Join us on the second Monday of every month. Sign up HERE
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What is Home Health Care?
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Home health care allows individuals to heal and regain strength in a familiar setting while maintaining direct communication with their doctors. The name "home health" refers to a wide range of personalized services for each individual. Skilled home health agencies can provide nursing care; physical, speech, occupational, respiratory and IV therapy; home health aide and [...]
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