May 2016

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1 May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancer. UV radiation can also come from tanning booths or sunlamps. The most dangerous kind of skin cancer is called melanoma. The good news? Skin cancer can almost always be cured when it s found and treated early. Communities, health professionals, and families can work together to prevent skin cancer or detect it early on. Make a difference: Spread the word about strategies for preventing skin cancer and encourage communities, organizations, families, and individuals to get involved. What is Melanoma? The most dangerous form of skin cancer, these cancerous growths develop when unrepaired DNA damage to skin cells (most often caused by ultraviolet radiation from sunshine or tanning beds) triggers mutations (genetic defects) that lead the skin cells to multiply rapidly and form malignant tumors. These tumors originate in the pigment-producing melanocytes in the basal layer of the epidermis. Melanomas often resemble moles; some develop from moles. The majority of melanomas are black or brown, but they can also be skin-colored, pink, red, purple, blue or white. Melanoma is caused mainly by intense, occasional UV exposure (frequently leading to sunburn), especially in those who are genetically predisposed to the disease. Melanoma kills an estimated 10,130 people in the US annually. If melanoma is recognized and treated early, it is almost always curable, but if it is not, the cancer can advance and spread to other parts of the body, where it becomes hard to treat and can be fatal. While it is not the most common of the skin cancers, it causes the most deaths. In 2016, an estimated 76,380 of these will be invasive melanomas, with about 46,870 in males and 29,510 in women. Warning Signs: The ABCDEs of Melanoma Moles, brown spots and growths on the skin are usually harmless but not always. Anyone who has more than 100 moles is at greater risk for melanoma. The first signs can appear in one or more atypical moles. That's why it's so important to get to know your skin very well and to recognize any changes in the moles on your body. Look for the ABCDE signs of melanoma, and if you see one or more, make an appointment with a physician immediately. A-Asymmetry This benign mole is not asymmetrical. If you draw a line through the middle, the two sides will match, meaning it is symmetrical. If you draw a line through this mole, the two halves will not match, meaning it is asymmetrical, a warning sign for melanoma. B - Border A benign mole has smooth, even borders, unlike melanomas. The borders of an early melanoma tend to be uneven. The edges may be scalloped or notched. C - Color Most benign moles are all one color often a single shade of brown. Having a variety of colors is another warning signal. A number of different shades of brown, tan or black could appear. A melanoma may also become red, white or blue. D - Diameter Benign moles usually have a smaller diameter than malignant ones. Melanomas usually are larger in diameter than the eraser on your pencil tip (¼ inch or 6mm), but they may sometimes be smaller when first detected. E- Evolving Common, benign moles look the same over time. Be on the alert when a mole starts to evolve or change in any way. When a mole is evolving, see a doctor. Any change in size, shape, color, elevation, or another trait, or any new symptom such as bleeding, itching or crusting points to danger

2 Cooking Group at the Courtyards Cooks up Homemade Chicken Parmesan! Mary Ann Bernard brought a very special guest to the Courtyards! Marian Smith participating in our Music & Memory program!!

3 It is That Time of Year Again!! Summer Concert Series 2016! Memorial Day Parade! We will be there with the bus decorated! Excited to see the crowds! Senior Prom! Tuesday, May 18th Courtyards Auditorium Live Entertainment by Michael Burrell Congratulations Ruth Thomas on celebrating your 100th birthday April, 18th!!

4 Joke Corner For all of these years, he had never thought about the box, but one day, the little old woman got very sick and the doctor said she would not recover. In trying to sort out their affairs, the little old man took down the shoe box and took it to his wife's bedside. She agreed that it was time that he should know what was in the box. When he opened it, he found two crocheted dolls and a stack of money totaling $95,000. He asked her about the contents. "When we were to be married," she said, "my grandmother told me the secret of a happy marriage was to never argue. She told me that if I ever got angry with you, I should just keep quiet and crochet a doll." The little old man was so moved; he had to fight back tears. Only two precious dolls were in the box. She had only been angry with him two times in all those years of living and loving. He almost burst with happiness. "Honey," he said, "that explains the dolls, but what about all of this money? Where did it come from?" "Oh," she said. "That's the money I made from selling all the dolls! Happy Mother s Day May 8th!!!

5 Thank You to All of Bethany Village Volunteers!! Blossom Award Winner for the Courtyards Phyllis Naegely Community Award goes to AIM Blossom Award Winner for the Manor Doris Pierce Ed Clute Provided the Entertainment!

6 Adult Social Day Club 10am-2pm Monday - Friday The Day Club is a program of structured activities designed for adults in the community who may require supportive care. The program offers a pleasant home-like atmosphere with stimulating recreational activities; baking, games, crafts, music, movies, day trips. A morning snack and lunch in the dining room are also included. The program offers caregivers an opportunity to pursue employment or enjoy some needed respite, while offering the reassurance that a loved one is being cared for during the day by caring and professional staff. For more information, please call the Bethany at Home Coordinator, Terri Russell at Alzheimer s Association Caregivers Support Group Bethany Village offers a Caregivers Support Group session monthly for the Alzheimer s Association. The group meets every third Thursday from 12:15-1:15 in the Courtyards Day Club Room. There is no charge for the meeting and we supply lunch. If you would like more information, please call the Home Care office at Bethany At Home Nail Service We are offering manicure and pedicure services to the residents of the Courtyards, Knoll and Orchard Homes. Alicia Frost, licensed Nail Specialist, will schedule appointments weekly in the Courtyards for your convenience. To schedule an appointment please contact Terri Companionship Services Bethany at Home would like to extend our companionship services to the residents of the Courtyards. We have professional and caring aides that are available to visit on a scheduled basis. Typical activities might be to play a game, put a puzzle together, go for a walk, or quiet time talking, just to mention a few. If you are interested and for more information, please contact Terri at Pastoral Care Catholic Rosary every Wed. 10:30 at Courtyards in Auditorium Church Services: Sundays 2:00 Bible Study: Tues & Thurs. 10:30 Courtyards Manor Sensory church (every other week) For more info contact: Rev. Mary Ann Bernard (607) or bernardm@bethany-village.org Our Mission Bethany Village is a Sustainable, Vibrant Oasis Offering a Choice of Quality Living and Care Options for Aging Adults May 2016 Contact Us: The Courtyard: Sales/ Marketing Sharon Casler sharon.casler@bethanyvillage.org Lynne Gaylord gaylordl@bethany-village.org The Manor: Admissions Case Manager Carrie Hill hillc@bethany-village.org You can also call our main phone number at (607) , 24-hours a day for additional help. Contact Maureen McLaughlin x6536 to have Skype set up for you and your family to video chat. Try it! It is fun! Like us on Facebook to keep updated on the latest news and events! **The newsletter is now available on our website!