Have you seen this 12 foot Duck? ntbf and adopt a duck for 5 bucks help a senior in Delaware County

Have you seen this duck? It is 12 foot tall and sits at the corner at Sproul Rd and Township Line in Springfield, PA. It is part of the fun of duckmania, the all duck fundraising event to help grant wishes and assist low income seniors with heating oil and other things they might need. The 12 foot duck is on display to encourage the passerbys to adopt a small yellow bathtub size duck for $5 to race in the Duck Derby to be held on May 16th at Governor Printz Park, Essington, Pa.

Why Adopt A Duck?Not-To-Be Forgotten Foundation wants you to adopt a duck to race in the ‘PA’Ducky Derby during Older American Month.1 duck for 5 bucks will help heat a Senior’s home for 8.33 hours.6 ducks for 25 bucks will help heat a Senior’s home for 1.5 days. 12 ducks for 50 bucks will help heat a Senior’s home for 3.5 days.Just look what a difference you can make just by adopting a duck!

Join in the fun and come over to Governor Printz Park for a community day and watch the race live! Adopt a duck and he or she might just cross the finish line first. To see more about the event or ntbf, go to website. www.ntbff.org

2nd Annual Our Lady Perpetual Help Morton PA Expo and networking

2nd Annual OLPH Business Expo - The Ultimate Networking Opportunity
Morton, PA, April 2009  The Business Persons Network of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Morton is hosting its second annual Business Expo Thursday evening, April 23 from 7:00  9:00 in the parish hall, 2130 Franklin Ave. The Expo is free and open to the public. There will be refreshments and door prizes Parishioners, representing dozens of companies, trades, and fields, invite guests to enjoy an evening of networking, information, and prospecting. Exhibitors include but are not limited to: 1. ACN 2. Alayne Bell Design 3. Albert Cippoloni Jr. & Sons Inc. 4. All State Insurance Company 5. American Picture Framing 6. Arbonne International 7. C-21 Adele Shaw & Associates 8. Compliance Consultants Inc. 9. Delco Chamber of Commerce 10. EZ Living Concepts 11. Golf Ball Man 12. Keller Williams Real Estate 13. Knights of Columbus 14. McGuire Green Grass Service 15. Northwestern Mutual 16. Oliver Heating & Cooling 17. PRCoordinates 18. Respect Life Committee 19. Silpada Designer Jewelry 20. Sovereign Bank 21. Comfort Keepers

Lorraine Ranalli, author of Gravy Wars South Philly Foods, Feuds & Attytudes, will sign copies of her book and donate a portion of each sale to the parish. Please direct inquiries to PR Coordinates, 610-338-0229 or info@PRCoordinates.com. The OLPH Business Persons Network comprises a diverse group of Christian business people who hold strong moral values in business practice and a desire to improve the parish community by sharing ideas, networking, and supporting the parish in its daily mission.

Women In Business Networking Event Delaware County Chamber of Commerce

If you haven't been to the best networking event for women in Delaware County, you are missing out! The Delaware County Chamber of Commerce's Women in Business Network rocks! I attend this group and women from all types of different businesses meet once a month to exchange business cards, chat and nibble on yummy appetizers. The events are held at terrific places including the Arts Center in Wallingford. The close to 85 women who attended that event in early 2009, had a fun time talking, exchanging cards and looking at art. This month the group is having a fiesta on cinco de mayo, May 5th, 2009. The ladies will convene at the Staybridge Suites located on Evergreen Drive in Glen Mills, PA right behind the Brinton Lake Shopping Center on Route 1. The time of the event is 11:30 am to 1pm and it will pool side weathering permitting. I am definitely going and encourage all ladies to get together, enjoy the sunshine and exchange business cards. If you are a member of the Chamber, the event is FREE. If you are a non-member the cost is $15.00. To rsvp for the event go to http://www.delcochamber.org/. Being a member of the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce is a very good investment for your business. I think the staff is wonderful and very helpful. I encourage everyone in Delaware County and the Delaware Valley to check it out. They have classes you can take, lots of networking and a supportive staff. If you are interested in attending a new member meeting as a guest to see what they have to offer, Contact Joanna Brune, the Director of Membership at 610-565-3677.

Prevent Falls: Tips for caregivers who afraid for elderly and senior family members, falling, tripping, accidents

20 Tips for Fall Prevention for Comfort Keepers® Clients and their Families

According to the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
In the United States, one of every three people 65 years and older falls each year.
60 percent of seniors fall in their own homes
Older adults are hospitalized for fall-related injuries five times more often than they are for injuries from other causes.
Of those who fall, 20-30% suffer moderate to severe injuries that reduce mobility and independence, and increase the risk of premature death.

The client’s family can help our clients by remembering to follow these 10 fall prevention tips:
Make sure they have an annual medical check-up.
Make sure they have an eye examination at least once a year.
Have a pharmacist or physician review their medications to reduce interactions or side effects that might impede alertness and balance.
Install rails in appropriate places. (Towel racks may not be strong enough)
Replace the toilet with a higher toilet and/or install handrails.
Store eyeglasses within easy reach of the bed.
Arrange furniture so that outlets are available without the use of extension cords.
Wear proper footwear. Shoes, boots and slippers should provide good support and have good soles. Avoid loose slippers or stocking feet.
Add a strip along the edge of each step in a contrasting color to make it easier to see or use reflective anti-skid treads.
Keep often used items in cabinets you can reach easily without using a step stool.

Comfort Keepers® can help our clients by remembering to follow these 10 fall prevention tips:
Involve them in regular physical exercise to increase their lower body strength and improve their balance.
Eliminate tripping hazards in the home such as throw rugs and clutter.
Improve lighting in all rooms, including night-lights along walkways.
After a shower or bath, wipe up water immediately to prevent slipping. Suggest non-slip mats in the bathtub and on the shower floor.
Suggest a shower seat. It will allow the client to shower without getting tired.
Make sure the hand rails of all stairs are sturdy and encourage the client to use them.
Suggest a portable commode near the bed to eliminate nighttime trips to the bathroom.
Use walking aids and other safety devices for extra safety.
Keep a telephone near your bed.
Store heavy items in lower cupboards. http://www.comfortkeepers.com

There are many tools and materials available for teaching your clients and their families how to prevent a fall. Checkout the following websites for ideas:


- http://www.cdc.gov/ncipc/duip/fallsmaterial.htm
- http://www.nsc.org/issues/fallstop.htm
- http://www.gethealthyclarkcounty.org/injury_prev/senior.html

Tea Party Not To Be Forgotten Foundation ntbf

Our Conscientious Acts of Kindness Campaign will kick off with a Tea Party in October 2009. Our special guests will be members of the senior population in Delaware County who are invited to bring family members and friends. All groups in attendance must have a senior citizen (60+ years of age) as a member of their party. The Tea Party will act as an outreach program focused on connecting the generations, bringing awareness to senior issues and challenging the younger generations and the community at large to take a daily interest in those seniors whose lives cross paths with their own by making conscientious choices to assist seniors in their neighborhoods, in their communities and in their families with purposeful acts of kindness. For instance, bringing trash cans up from the curb on trash day, assisting in unloading a grocery cart at the grocery store, making sure their walkways are safe by shoveling their snow or raking leaves. Bring your daughters, sons and your seniors to the Tea Party on October 24, 2009 at Villanova Conference Center, Villanova, PA. To read more about ntbf, go to http://www.ntbff.org/. To see more about Tea Party, go to website and click on events. Cost of Tea Party is $12 per person.

PA Veterans Museum in Media, PA

If you haven't been to the PA Veterans' Museum in Media, PA you have to go. It is absolutely amazing. There is so much to see and to learn in this wonderful tribute to our Veterans of Delaware County. There are displays as seen in this picture that show the reality of what WWII was like as well as glass cases full of actual weapons and other items such as helmets, flags and gear worn or used by soldiers. There is one case that even has a flag and a hat from a soldier in the German army during WWII. So much history right there in Delaware County. It is truly an amazing and wonderful place. Recently they showcased the Women in the Military movie that was made and have on diplay currently Women's military items and story of how women served and helped out in the war effort. It truly is a great place to visit and the best part is....it is FREE. No charge to take your kids in and look around. To learn more about it, go to http://www.paveteransmuseum.org/home/

FREE Networking Event for Women, Team Women Delaware County/Mainline hosts May 12, 2009 Springfield, PA

Springfield, PA – April 6, 2009 – The Mainline/ Delaware County Chapter of Team Women, a women only leads based networking group is hosting a FREE networking event on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 from 11:30 am to 1pm at Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union’s Brand New Springfield Branch located at 375 Baltimore Pike, Springfield, PA 19064 (next to Chuck E Cheese). Team Women (http://www.teamwomen.com/) is an international networking group that has local chapters limited to one woman per core profession. Each group is open to 30 women maximum and the Mainline/Delaware County Chapter is looking for women who want an opportunity to promote their business while ensuring the business has exclusivity for leads generated. To rsvp for this FREE informational session and networking event, call Melody at 610-996-6550 or send e-mail: melodymchugh@comcast.net.

Not To Be Forgotten Foundation's Duck Derby race showcased in kiosk at Granite Run Mall, Media, PA ntbff

The Granite Run Mall in Media, PA is graciously providing a kiosk to the Not-To-Be Forgotten Foundation to exhibit its May 16th Duck Derby and Community Day at Governor Printz Park, 101 Taylor Ave, Essington, PA. The kiosk is located on the lower level of the mall and if you stop by you will hear all about the ntbf Keeping Our Seniors Warm Campaign and upcoming events as well as the Duck Derby and duck adoption. You can adopt a duck for $5 (bucks) or you can adopt several ducks like 6 for $25 (bucks). Stop on by and pick up your adoption papers today and get your duck in the race. If your duck crosses the line first and wins the race you will win a great prize so stop by the Mall and find out what it is or go to http://www.ntbff.org/ to check out the race and buy a duck or two. Join a team or swim alone but don't miss out on the fun!!