Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Most prostate cancer begins in the gland cells in the prostate. Known as a silent killer
because men often do not have symptoms, prostate cancer is the most common form of
cancer other than skin cancer among men in the United States and a leading cause of
cancer deaths among men. Early detection is critical to survival and if prostate cancer is
detected early and before the cancer spreads, patients have a nearly 100 percent chance
of survival after five years. With early diagnosis and treatment improvements over the past
25 years, survival rates have increased dramatically for all stages of prostate cancer.
Risk Factors
•Age: Men age 65 and older account for about 60 percent of all prostate cancer cases
diagnosed.
•Family History: Men with close relatives (father or brother) who have had prostate cancer
are twice as likely to develop the disease.
•Race: African Americans have the highest rate of prostate cancer in the United States and
are more likely to die from the disease than any other racial group.
•Genetic Factors: A gene mutation on BRCA-1 or BRCA-2 may denote an increased risk,
but it is only a small percentage of cases.
•Diet: Men who consume high amounts of red meat or dairy products and few fruits and
vegetables have a higher risk of prostate cancer.
Symptoms
The following may be symptoms of prostate cancer, but could be linked to other health
conditions. If these symptoms are present, men are encouraged to consult their physician
for proper testing:
•Weak or interrupted urine flow, difficulty controlling urination, painful or burning urination,
blood in urine or semen, frequent pain or stiffness in spine, hips, ribs, upper thighs, and
other bones, frequent urination especially at night.
Prevention
•Eat five or more servings of fruits and vegetables daily. Tomatoes, cauliflower, and broccoli
are rich in substances that may help prevent prostate cancer.
•Reduce consumption of processed meat and dairy products.
•Consumption of soy products may reduce risk of prostate cancer.
•Regular exercise may decrease the risk of prostate cancer.
•Maintain a healthy body weight, as obesity can further complicate prostate cancer.
Screening
Men should discuss with their physicians the risks and benefits of prostate cancer
screening to make an informed decision about testing. Most men should consider yearly
prostate screenings beginning at age 50. Men at high risk (African Americans and men with
a family history of prostate cancer before age 65) should consider testing beginning at age
45. Consider screening at age 40 if more than one first-degree relative is diagnosed before
65. Prostate screenings can include the PSA (prostate-specific antigen) blood test and
DRE (digital rectal exam).
Treatment Options
Prostate cancer may be treated by different members of the cancer care team. Treatment
options vary depending on how advanced the cancer is and if it has spread to other body
parts. Physicians will determine the most appropriate treatment for each patient, including
surveillance, surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, and chemotherapy.
To your Health…...01
Travel……………..02
Monthly Classes…03
Paramount
Happenings………04
Happenings
Continued………...05
Word Search……..06
Calendar of
Events…………….07
Lunch Menu………08
For all excursions we need a minimum of 25 people for the excursion to take place. Unfortunately, if we do not meet these requirements the excursions will be cancelled.
Aquarium of the Pacific
Friday, September 5, 2014
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $3.00
Non-Resident: $5.00
Deadline: August, 29 2014
Los Angeles County Fair
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $11.00 – August 25, 2014
Non-Resident: $13.00 – September 8, 2014
Deadline: September 17, 2014
Lobster Festival
Saturday, September 27, 2014
11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (lunch not included)
Price: Resident: $12.00 – August 26, 2014
Non-Resident: $14.00 – September 9, 2014
Deadline: September 18, 2014
October
San Manuel Casino
Wednesday, October 8, 2014
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $5.00 – September 10, 2014
Non-Resident: $7.00 – September 24, 2014
Deadline: October 1, 2014
Pumpkin Festival
Saturday, October 18, 2014
7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $3.00 – September 17, 2014
Non-Resident: $5.00 – October 1, 2014
Deadline: October 10, 2014
November
Fowler Museum at UCLA
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Price: Resident: $3.00 – October 6, 2014
Non-Resident: $5.00 – October 20, 2014
Deadline: October 27, 2014
December
Laughlin – December 10th – 12th
Registration: September 2, 2014
Resident:
$114 per person (Double) $139 per person (Single)
Non-Resident:
$116 (Double)$141 per person (Single)
Departs Wednesday at 9 a.m. - Returns Friday at 6 p.m.
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Refund policy for trips and special events are as follows:
•Participants are entitled to a refund if a program/activity is cancelled by the City of Paramount.• Partial refunds will be issued ONLY in the event that a participant becomes
incapacitated. Otherwise, no partial refunds will be granted. •No refund will be given if you cancel the day of the event or trip.• Refunds totaling more than $5 (minus the administrative
fee) can be held on account up to six (6) months for future use. If participant chooses to have fees held on account rather than be issued a refund, administrative fee will be waived.
•Events/Trips cannot be transferred to someone else. •Cancellations that occur after the deadline will not receive a refund.
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September
· COMMUNITY CENTER HOURS ·
Mon-Thurs, 8 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(562) 220-2090
· IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS ·
A.A.R.P.
(888) 687-2277
Adult Protective Services
(213) 351-5401
City Hall
(562) 220-2000
www.paramountcity.com
Dial-A-Ride
(562) 633-2904
Elder Abuse Hotline
(877) 477-3646
In-Home Support Services
(888) 944-4477
Medicare
(800) 633-4227
www.medicare.gov
Paramount Sheriff Station
(562) 220-2002 (Non-Emergency)
Social Security
(800) 772-1213
H.S.A.
(Meals on wheels)
(562) 806-5400 x162
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City of Paramount
Community Services & Recreation
Senior Nutrition Program
14400 Paramount Blvd.
(562) 220-2090
This program is a joint venture of the City of Paramount,
Human Services Association and the L.A. County Area
Agency on Aging, funded in part by Title III of the Older
Americans Act of 1965 (as amended.)
Americans with Disabilities Act
The City of Paramount, in compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA), does not discriminate on the basis
of disability in admission or access to , or participation or
employment in its programs or activities. Administrative
Services, 16400 Colorado Ave., Paramount, CA 90723, has
been designated to coordinate compliance with the
nondiscrimination requirements contained in Section 35.107
of the Department of Justice regulation. Information
regarding the provisions of the ADA Coordinator (562) 2202027.
WEDNESDAY
MONDAY
Exercise Class (Free)
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clase de ejercicio (Gratis).
No Class September 1st
1 de septiembre no hay clase
TUESDAY
Bingo
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Donation of $1 for 3 cards.
Donacion de $1 por 3 tarjetas.
Cash prizes! Premios en effectivo!
Folklorico (Free)
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Folklórico (Gratis).
Walking (Free)
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Caminar (Gratis).
Crocheting Class
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Class is free except for materials.
Clase de tejer gratis excepto los
materiales.
Exercise Class (Free)
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clase de ejercicio (Gratis).
THURSDAY
Dancing
September 4th – Linda Herman
September 11th – Global Affair
September 18th – Delgado Band
September 25th- Jerry Benton
TUESDAY & THURSDAY
Tai Chi (Free)
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Classes the 2nd, 4th, and 9th
Solo habra clase el 2, 4 y 9.
MONDAY & WEDNESDAY
ESL Class (Free)
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 .m.
Clase de Ingles (Gratis).
No Class September 1st
1 de septiembre no hay clase
Computer Class (Free)
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Limit 10 people.
Clase de computación (Gratis).
Limitado a 10 personas.
No Class September 1st
1 de septiembre no hay clase
Games
Games are available MondayFriday. Please check out games
at front desk.
Art Class Self Taught (Free)
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
This is a self taught art class for
students who are intermediate or
advanced. There is no instructor for
this class. Taller de arte (Gratis).
No Class September 18th
18 de septiembre no hay clase
FRIDAY
Computer Class (Free)
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Sign-up at front desk.
Limit 10 people.
Clase de computación (Gratis).
Limitado a 10 personas.
Zumba Class (Free)
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clase de Zumba (Gratis).
Mexican Independence Day Celebration
Join us for our Mexican Independence Day
Celebration on Thursday, September 18, 2014.
Tickets are now available:
Residents: August 15, 2014 – $2 per person
Non-Senior $6.50 per person
Non-Residents: August 29, 2014 – $3 per person
Non-Senior $6.50 per person
Deadline is on September 11, 2014.
Venga y acompáñenos a celebrar el
día de la Independencia de México.
El jueves 18 de septiembre del 2014.
Los boletos ya están disponibles:
Residentes: 15 de agosto del 2014 – $2 por persona
Personas menores de 60 años – $6.50 por persona
No-residentes: 29 de agosto del 2014 – $3 persona
Personas menores de 60 años – $6.50 por persona
Plazo es el 11 de septiembre del 2014.
Halloween Celebration
Join us for our Halloween Party
Celebration on Friday, October 31, 2014
Tickets will be available:
Residents: September 29, 2014 – $2 per person
Non-Senior $6.50 per person
Non-Residents: October 14, 2014 – $3 per person
Non-Senior $6.50 per person
Deadline is on October 24, 2014.
Venga y acompáñenos a celebrar el
día de Halloween.
El viernas 31 de octubre del 2014.
Los boletos estarán disponibles:
Residentes: 29 de septiembre del 2014 – $2 por persona
Personas menores de 60 años – $6.50 por persona
No-residentes: 14 de octubre del 2014 – $3 persona
Personas menores de 60 años – $6.50 por persona
Plazo es el 24 de octubre del 2014
Will be here every Wednesday, from 10:00 a.m.
to 11:00 a.m. offering free blood pressure. They will
also have an exercise class with resistance
bands from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Estará aquí todos los miércoles del mes de
10:00 a.m. a 11:00 a.m. para tomarle la presión gratis.
También de 11:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. habrá clase de
ejercicio.
Birthday Celebrations
Happy Birthday to all our friends
born in September! Join us in celebration
Thursday, September 25, 2014 at 11:45 a.m.
Please, birthday celebrants, remember
to sign up in the patio room on the bulletin
board. All celebrants will receive a treat. Sponsored by
Citizens Choice.
Feliz Cumpleaños a todos nuestros amigos que
nacieron en septiembre. Acompáñenos en celebración
el jueves 25 de septiembre del 2014 a las 11:45 a.m.
Por favor cumpleañeros recuerden que deben
registrarse en el tablón de anuncios que se encuentra
en el patio. Los cumpleañeros reciban una rebanada de
pastel. Patrocinado por Citizens Choice.
Senior Committee Meeting
The Senior Commission meets the
first Thursday of every other month at
1:30 p.m. at the Community Center in
rooms 1 & 2. The public is welcome to attend these
meetings to make comments and suggestions. The
objective of the Senior Committee is to advise staff
on the operation of the senior center.
Meeting Date: September 4, 2014.
El Comité de las personas de la tercera edad
se reúnen el primer lunes de cada tercer
mes a las 1:30 p.m. en el centro comunitario de
Paramount en los cuartos 1 y 2. El publico es
bienvenido a asistir las juntas para que hagan
comentarios y subgerencias. El propósito del comité
de las personas mayores es para aconsejar al personal
de la operación del centro de la tercera edad.
Fecha de la reunión: 4 de septiembre de 2014.
Food Reservation
Our reservation system is in place. You may
call in your reservation as follows:
Paramount Residents: Monday – Friday
Non-Residents: Thursday – Friday
To make or cancel a reservation, please call
(562) 220-2096 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Nuestro sistema de reservaciones ya está
tomando lugar.
Residentes de Paramount: De lunes a viernes
No residentes: De jueves a viernes
Para realizar o cancelar una reservación, por favor
llame al (562) 220-2096 de 9:00 a.m. a 1:00 p.m.
Rose Hills will be here with an information booth on
Thursday, September 4, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to
12:00 p.m.
Rose Hills estará aquí con un puesto de información
el jueves 4 de septiembre del 2014 de las 10:00 a.m.
a 12:00 p.m.
Walgreens will be here Monday, September 8, 2014
from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. providing flu shots .
Please bring your insurance information.
Walgreens estará aquí el lunes, 8 de septiembre del
2014, de las 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. proporcionando
vacunas contra la gripe. Por favor traiga su
información del aseguranza medica.
L.A. County will be here on Monday, September 8,
2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. taking applications
for the CalFresh Program .
Please bring the following to apply:
- Personal I.D. (CA Driver’s License or Identification)
- Social Security Card or Number
- Proof of Income & Proof of Expenses
El condado de Los Ángeles estará aquí el lunes 8 de
septiembre de las10:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m. aceptando
aplicaciones para el programa CalFresh .
Por favor traigan estos datos para aplicar:
- Identificación personal
(Licencia de Conducir de California )
- Carta de Seguro Social o el Numero
- Comprobación de sus ingresos y sus gastos.
CareMore will be here on Monday, September 8,
2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. providing free
haircuts. First come first serve basis.
CareMore estará aquí el lunes 8 de septiembre del
2014 de 10:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. para ofrecer corte
de pelo gratis.
Food Bank
The food bank will be at the center on
Monday, September 8, 2014. They are not
accepting applications at this time.
For more information please call (323) 234-3030.
El banco de alimentos vendrá el lunes 8 de
septiembre del 2014. En este momento no están
aceptando aplicaciones. Para mas información l
lame al (323) 234-3030.
AGA Medicare will be here on Tuesday, September
16, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to provide
information about medicare and medicaid.
AGA estará aquí el martes 16 de septiember del
2014 de 10:00 a.m. a 11:00 a.m. para proporcionar
informacion sobre medicare and medicaid.
CalMediConnect will be here providing information
on health plans on Wednesday, September 17,
2014 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
CalMediConnect estará aquí con información
acerca de planes médicos el miercoles 17 de
septiembre del 2014 de las 10:00 a.m. a 11:00 a.m.
Comfort Keepers will be here with an information
booth on Thursday, September 25, 2014 from
10:00 am. to 12:00 p.m.
Comfort Keepers estará aquí con un puesto de
información el jueves 25 de septiembre del 2014 de
las 10:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m.
Tai Chi - R1
9:00 - 10:00
Bingo - P
10:00 - 11:30
Closed
Walgreens – R1
(Flu Shots)
8:00 - 11:00
CalFresh – Lobby 10 - 2
ESL Class – CR 10 - 11
Caremore (haircuts)- P
10:00 - 12:00
Exercise - R1 11 - 12
Food Bank – P 1:00 p.m.
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Exercise - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Tai Chi - R1
9:00 - 10:00
Bingo - P
10:00 - 11:30
Bingo - P
10:00 - 11:30
AGA Medi Options-R1
10:00 - 11:00
22 Bingo - P
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Exercise - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Exercise - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
10:00 - 11:30
Bingo - P
10:00 - 11:30
23
Crocheting - R1
9:00 - 2:00
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Resistance Bands - P
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Tai Chi - R1
9:00 - 10:00
Linda Herman- Aud
10:00 - 12:00
Art Class - CR
10:00 - 12:00
Rose Hills - Aud
10:00 – 12:00
Crocheting - R1
9:00 - 2:00
ESL Class- CR
10:00 - 11:00
Resistance Bands - P
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Global Affair - Aud
10:00 - 12:00
Care First- Aud
10:00-11:00
Art Class - CR
10:00 - 12:00
Crocheting - R1
9:00 - 2:00
ESL Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Cal MediConnect10:30 - 11:30
Resistance Bands - P
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
24
Crocheting - R1
9:00 - 2:00
ESL Class -CR
10:00 - 11:00
LA County Fair- (Excursion)
11:00 - 5:00
Resistance Bands - P
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
1:00 - 2:00
Mexican
Independence Day
Celebration- R1
9:00 - 1:00 pm
Aquarium of the Pacific
9:00 - 2:00
Computer Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Zumba - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Zumba - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Computer Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Zumba - R1
11:00 - 12:00
Delgado Band-Aud
10:00 - 12:00
Art Class - CR
25
10:00 - 12:00
Comfort Keepers 10:00 - 12:00
Jerry Benton-Aud
10:00 – 12:00
September Birthday’s
26
Computer Class - CR
10:00 - 11:00
Zumba - R1
11:00 - 12:00
SUGGESTED
DONATION
FOR SENIORS
60 YRS &
OLDER $2.00
FEE FOR
NON–
SENIORS
$4.50
French Onion Soup
PARMESAN BAKED
FISH
Whole Grain Bread
Baked Potato
Carrot Salad
w/Raisins
Banana
Bean & Turkey Soup
TUNA SALAD
Whole Grain Bread (2)
Carrot Pineapple
Salad
Tossed Green Salad
Orange
Tomato Soup
GROUND TURKEY
TACO
Corn Tortillas (2 each)
Pinto Beans
Sliced Carrots
Shredded Lettuce &
Tomato
Orange & Jicama Salad
Italian Wedding Soup
ROAST BEEF
W/GRAVY
Whole Grain Bread
Lyonnaise Noodles
Creamed Spinach
Cantaloupe or
Honeydew
Butterscotch Pudding
Lentil Soup
LEMON PEPPER
BAKED CHICKEN
Whole Grain Bread
Lemon Pepper
Broccoli
Oven Browned
Potatoes
Banana
HOMEMADE
SALISBURY STEAK
w/GRAVY
Whole Grain Bun
Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Vegetables
Peaches or Fresh Fruit
in Season
OVEN BAKED
CHICKEN
(LEG & THIGH)
Dinner Roll
Broccoli & Cauliflower
Mashed Sweet
Potatoes
Apple
Chocolate Chip
Cookies
Orange Juice
BEEF STEW
w/POTATOES,
ONIONS, CELERY
& CARROTS
Biscuit
Tossed Salad/
“Cake”
23
22
Navy Bean Soup
BBQ PORK ON A
BUN
Whole Grain Bun
Corn
Spinach Salad
Pineapple Chunks
MEAT LASAGNA
French Bread
Cauliflower
Caesar Salad
w/Croutons
Fresh Fruit in Season
Broccoli Cheese Soup
MEATLOAF
Whole Grain Bread
Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Vegetables
Grapes or Apple
Fideo Soup
CHICKEN MOLE
Corn Tortilla ( 2)
Pinto Beans
Cauliflower
Marinated Beet &
Onion Salad
Pears
Lentil Soup
PORK CHOP
Dinner Roll
Peas & Corn
Orange
Vanilla Ice Cream
24
Chicken Noodle Soup
TURKEY w/CRANBERRY
SALAD
Whole Grain Bread
Broccoli Slaw w/Raisins
Three Bean Salad
w/Onions In Italian
Dressing
Tropical Fruit
Cream of Mushroom
Soup
ROAST PORK
w/GRAVY
Corn Bread Stuffing
Brussels Sprouts
Pea Salad w/Cucumber
& Red Onions
“Blushing” Pears
Mexican
Independence
Celebration!!
Orange Juice
CHICKEN ENCHILADA
VERDE CASSEROLE
Spanish Rice
Pinto Beans
Lime Gelatin w/ Pears
Arroz con Leche
HAPPY SEPTEMBER
BIRTHDAYS!
Tomato Soup
BAKED FISH
Whole Grain Bread
Baked Potato
Peas & Carrots
Mandarin Orange
Coleslaw w/ Carrots
Blushing Pears
25
Vegetable Soup
SPAGHETTI
w/MEATBALLS
Whole Wheat
Spaghetti Noodles
Green Beans
Caesar Salad
w/Croutons
Tropical Fruit
Choice of Entrée
Turkey Rice Soup
FISH w/LEMON
CAPERS OR
CHICKEN PAPRIKA
Whole Grain Bread
Butter Parsley Noodles
Peas & Carrots
Cabbage Apple Salad
Fruit Cocktail
Minestrone Soup 26
LEMON CHICKEN
Dinner Roll
Brown Rice Pilaf
Sautéed Cabbage
Tossed Green Salad
w/Onions & Red
Peppers
Watermelon or
Fresh Apple
Corn Chowder Soup
CHICKEN
ENCHILADA
VERDE
CASSEROLE
Pinto Beans
Mixed Field Green
Salad w/Croutons &
Red Onions
Fresh Orange
All MEALS SERVED WITH NONFAT OR 1 %LOW FAT MILK. PLEASE SEE SITE MANAGER FOR CHOICE OF FRUIT! HIGH SODIUM*
MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE - This project is funded, I part by Los Angeles County Area Agency on Aging, through the Older Americans Act of
1965 as amended.