FW: How to Create an Emergency Road Kit for Your Car

 

 

Feed: Fred's Head from APH
Posted on: Friday, August 26, 2011 1:43 PM
Author: noreply@blogger.com (Michael McCarty)
Subject: How to Create an Emergency Road Kit for Your Car

 

Having an emergency road kit may mean the difference between sitting on the side of the highway waiting for a tow truck or being able to make your way to your destination. Use a cardboard or plastic box to keep everything in so it doesn't roll around in the trunk and you can easily find what you need. Buy a first aid kit, or create one yourself. Items to consider are bandages, first aid spray, roll gauze, cosmetic puffs or squares (for applying antiseptic), antihistamine, medical tape, aspirin, tylenol, or some ibuprofen. Include a AAA or roadside emergency card with a calling card (at least $10). Make sure you have the card information in braille or large print. Don't forget your magnifyer. Throw in all the necessary equipment to change a tire: working jack, spare tire (with air in it!), lug nut wrench or tire iron, pipe for leverage. Most of this should already be stored in its designated place in the car's trunk or hatchback. Include some kitty litter for traction on ice or snow. Have a flashlight and radio with fresh batteries. Include triangle reflectors and a strobe light. Some have options such as a magnetic base, 3 color lenses, built-in flashlight and a tripod. Small and light, most use 1 D battery & can be seen for 3 miles. Include rags and a funnel. Purchase all the necessary fluids: 2 qts. of oil (10W-30), a gallon of water and antifreeze, brake fluid, power-steering fluid (if applicable), and automatic transmission fluid (if applicable). Add flat and Phillips-head screwdrivers, pliers and an adjustable wrench (only to be used in an emergency. Adjustable wrenches can easily round the head of bolts). Spend the extra money and include cables no shorter than 12 feet. You never know the configuration of the vehicle you may come across. Pack a jug of water and a cup (or even powdered drink mix) in the trunk. It's refreshing if you're stuck for a while. Also, leaving and occasionally changing a case of soda is handy for less critical thirst-quenching occasions. Include Duct tape which can be used for leaking hoses, etc. Include a small box of wash & dri towels. Toss in work gloves or latex gloves, a blanket, spare fuses and a can of Fix-a-Flat. If traveling in the winter, include a coffee can with candles, paper towels, and maybe a bag of coffee. If the car isn't running, the candles will generate some heat and light. They could also be used to heat the can for coffee. Don't forget to include a lighter or matches. You may be way out somewhere and decide to nap with the engine running for heat or air. Keep an alarm clock in your car to wake you. If a belt breaks, an old pair of pantyhose can be used as a replacement. Invest in a mobile phone charger that plugs into the cigar lighter socket of your car. Murphy's Law ensures that the more severe your emergency, the flatter your mobile phone battery will be. Talking First Aid Kit Carl Augusto of the American Foundation for the Blind Blog posted the following about this great product. I think it's always important to keep safety in mind, so I thought I'd let you know about a new product from intelligentFirstAidT, the First Aid "talking" Kit. The Kit includes nine injury-specific packs to help treat common injuries, including Bleeding, Head & Spine Injury, and Shock. The packs are individually labeled and color-coded, which I love because it would help someone with low vision easily distinguish the packs. The best part, though, is that with the press of a button, the audio component attached to each card provides step-by-step instructions to manage the wound. Situations often become chaotic when a loved one, an acquaintance, or even you, experiences a minor injury. With this tool, people with low vision can remain calm and have an idea of how to handle things without worrying about reading any print. Check out the intelli gentFirstAidT website to purchase the product or get more information. The site even allows you to listen to a sample of the audio component of the kit.

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Fw: Learn cutting edge care principals and new treatments for memory loss as you learn to Care Effectively! Classes oofered at COA Dare Campus

 

----- Original Message -----

From: Gail E Sonnesso

To: 'Gail E Sonnesso'

Cc: 'Angelo Sonnesso'

Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2011 9:39 AM

Subject: Learn cutting edge care principals and new treatments for memory loss as you learn to Care Effectively! Classes oofered at COA Dare Campus

HI,

Please share and if you know of a family or professional care giver who might be caring for a person with memory loss this class will help!

Thanks,

 

Gail E Sonnesso M.S.

Executive Director

The GEM Center, Inc.

Where Group Respite is Therapeutic for both our Participants, and their Families.

(252) 480-3354

http://www.thegemcenter.org

 

 

Fw: Lunch with the Stars was enjoyed by all

 

----- Original Message -----

From: Gail E Sonnesso

To: 'Jean Basnight'

Cc: 'Catherine Pfendler' ; 'Vincent (gmail)' ; Michael@thelostcolony.org ; 'Alex Hatcher' ; nancy@obxcommongood.org ; 'Nancy Kosanovich'

Sent: Friday, July 22, 2011 10:00 PM

Subject: Lunch with the Stars was enjoyed by all

Hi,

I am writing to thank all who contributed today! We had a wonderful time and to quote one participants son  "mom loved it especially the old songs!"

The dining room of the Dare County Center was filled with energy today as the Lost Colony Players sat with the seniors. We learned where people were born – one in India and more than a few right here in Manteo, one said they were born at home on the kitchen table.

"Caring Teens" greeted the Stars and took their job seriously as they offered  sandwich options  and made sure each person got their choice.

The music was beyond wonderful as we enjoyed a mix of old and new, with more than a few visitors to the Dare County Center peeking in to hear the music.

Alex and Brook of the Dare Center spent lunch time taking pictures of the "Stars" with participants. After the performance and the seniors assisted by GEM's Caring Teens and board member's made origami picture frames to showcase their pictures.

We especially want to thank the Lost Colony as the tension was high as Kiran (age 12)  drew tickets  to the Lost Colony evening performance out of a basket. The two winners were elated.

Clara Meekins' lemonade cake was delicious and thanks  to Harris Teeter and Nancy Kosanovich  we enjoyed our lunch of Turkey, Ham and Veggie Subs. We also want to like the DCC for making extra tea for us.

Thanks to everyone who made  this day memorable for all of us!

Sincerely,

Gail E Sonnesso M.S.

Executive Director

The GEM Center, Inc.

Where Group Respite is Therapeutic for both our Participants, and their Families.

(252) 480-3354

http://www.thegemcenter.org

 

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Value of Family Care givers Alzheimer's Foundation of America e-Newsletter July 21, 2011

 

----- Original Message -----

From: Gail E Sonnesso

To: 'Angelo Sonnesso'

Cc: 'OBX KAYE' ; 'Gail E Sonnesso'

Sent: Thursday, July 21, 2011 7:24 PM

Subject: Value of Family Care givers Alzheimer's Foundation of America e-Newsletter July 21, 2011

  FYI,

 

Gail E Sonnesso M.S.

Executive Director

The GEM Center, Inc.

Where Group Respite is Therapeutic for both our Participants, and their Families.

(252) 480-3354

http://www.thegemcenter.org

 

 

 

Family caregivers provided an estimated and unprecedented $450 billion in care in 2009, up from $375 billion two years earlier, according to AARP's recent report, "Valuing the Invaluable: 2011 Update, The Growing Contributions and Costs of Family Caregiving."

     The data also showed that the number of Americans aged 18 and older providing care at any given point in time to an adult with limitations in daily activities rose 23 percent to 42.1 million, and they spent an average of 18.4 hours per week on caregiving responsibilities. Alzheimer's disease is among the illness that impact activities of daily living, such as dressing and eating. About 61.6 million Americans provided care at some time during the year.

     The study also found that females represent 65 percent of caregivers, and more than eight in 10 are caring for a relative or friend aged 50 or older, including providing companionship and emotional support, helping with meal preparation and other household tasks, handling bills and insurance claims, and carrying out personal care, such as bathing and dressing.

   "Family support is a key driver in remaining in one's home and in the community, but it is not without substantial costs to the caregivers themselves, to their families, and to society. The 2009 estimate of the value of family caregiving is conservative because it does not quantify the physical, emotional and financial costs of care," the report said.

     Among AARP's recommendations are:

1.   to implement "family-friendly" workplace policies that include flextime and telecommuting,

2.   referral to supportive services in the community,

3.   and caregiver support programs in the workplace;

4.   to provide adequate funding for respite programs *like the Lifespan Respite Care Act;

5.   to encourage nurses, social workers and other health professionals to integrate family caregivers into the care team;

6.   and to develop tools that provide greater support to family caregivers.

 

*In NC Lifespan Respite has gone the route of "Volunteers to provide Care giver respite" Which for the most part leaves care givers of people with dementia out in the cold.

Fw: Class at the College of the Albemarle Manteo Campus September 7 - October 12 from 6-8pm

 

----- Original Message -----

From: Gail E Sonnesso

To: 'Gail E Sonnesso'

Cc: 'Angelo Sonnesso'

Sent: Friday, July 15, 2011 2:24 PM

Subject: Class at the College of the Albemarle Manteo Campus September 7 - October 12 from 6-8pm

 

Hi,

You or someone you know who can benefit from this class, please help me get the word out.

 

Caring Effectively (12 hrs) NEW CLASS!! This course covers the psychological, social, and physical aspects of aging. Emphasis is placed on the factors that promote mental and physical well-being. Upon completion, students should be able to recognize the aging process and all its aspects.

9/7-10/12 W6PM-8PM $65 Instructor: G Sonnesso CE118

Thank you,

 

Gail E Sonnesso M.S. QDCP

Executive Director

The GEM Center, Inc.

Where Group Respite is Therapeutic for both our Participants, and their Families.

(252) 480-3354

http://www.thegemcenter.org

 

 

Fw: [Angelo's OBX Journal] coming soon!!!

 

----- Original Message -----

From: Angelo Sonnesso

To: asonnesso@gmail.com

Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 2:22 PM

Subject: [Angelo's OBX Journal] coming soon!!!

Up -coming events:

July 2011

CARING TEENS – Training begins July 15 ongoing

IMPACT YOUTH at the Dare County Center 7 21

Currituck Caring Effectively Classes : Powells point senior center beginning July 12 2011 at 2pm

Lunch with the STARS Friday July 22, 2011 at the Dare County Center in Manteo – 12noon – 2:30

Fall Preventions classes at the Y Nags Head July 15 & 22- 3-5PM  

August  2011

Cooperative extension Caring Effectively Classes Begging August 30 at 11:30

September

World ALZ  day September 21

Caring Effectively Classes at COA Dare Campus

First SUP+PER CLUB Dinner at the Unitarian Universalist Meeting House September 21 5pm

Caregiver education conf ALZNC TBA

OCTOBER

Second SUP+PER CLUB meeting Oct 11^th at 5pm

November

National ALZ Month

National Candle lighting 4pm Nov. 13 All Saints Episcopal Church Southern Shores

Memory Screenings location TBA -November 15^th

SUP+PER CLUB Dinner at  UUCOB 5pm

December
Violins & Voices TBA

 

Help is always welcome at any and all of these events!
Thanks  

 

 

Gail E Sonnesso M.S.

Executive Director

The GEM Center, Inc.

Where Group Respite is Therapeutic for both our Participants, and their Families.

(252) 480-3354

http://www.thegemcenter.org

 

 

 

 

 

From: Jeanne Reilly [mailto:jeanne.beaner@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 10:58 AM
To: Gail E Sonnesso
Subject: Re: Can you put this on the website?

 

Hi Gail!

 

Yes, we'd be happy to do that and would appreciate an ad. I'll put it on my calendar.

 

I put a link to the supper club brochure on the home page. I never did get those manteo building publication documents on the website, where should they go? They are uploaded, but I didn't know what page I should link to them from.

 

Thanks,
Jeanne

On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 9:59 AM, Gail E Sonnesso <gsonnesso@gmail.com> wrote:

Hi Jeanne,

I hope you are enjoying the summer weather!

Do you still work with the doves? I would love it, if you were to release them at our commerative candle lighting on Sunday November 13^th around 4pm or so? (all Saints Church)

I could thank you by placing an ad in the Respite report if you would like?

Please let me know if this will work?

My best,

 

Gail E Sonnesso M.S.

Executive Director

The GEM Center, Inc.

Where Group Respite is Therapeutic for both our Participants, and their Families.

(252) 480-3354

http://www.thegemcenter.org

 

 

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Posted By Angelo Sonnesso to Angelo's OBX Journal at 6/24/2011 02:22:00 PM

coming soon!!!

Up -coming events:

July 2011

CARING TEENS – Training begins July 15 ongoing

IMPACT YOUTH at the Dare County Center 7 21

Currituck Caring Effectively Classes : Powells point senior center beginning July 12 2011 at 2pm

Lunch with the STARS Friday July 22, 2011 at the Dare County Center in Manteo – 12noon – 2:30

Fall Preventions classes at the Y Nags Head July 15 & 22- 3-5PM  

August  2011

Cooperative extension Caring Effectively Classes Begging August 30 at 11:30

September

World ALZ  day September 21

Caring Effectively Classes at COA Dare Campus

First SUP+PER CLUB Dinner at the Unitarian Universalist Meeting House September 21 5pm

Caregiver education conf ALZNC TBA

OCTOBER

Second SUP+PER CLUB meeting Oct 11^th at 5pm

November

National ALZ Month

National Candle lighting 4pm Nov. 13 All Saints Episcopal Church Southern Shores

Memory Screenings location TBA -November 15^th

SUP+PER CLUB Dinner at  UUCOB 5pm

December
Violins & Voices TBA

 

Help is always welcome at any and all of these events!
Thanks  

 

 

Gail E Sonnesso M.S.

Executive Director

The GEM Center, Inc.

Where Group Respite is Therapeutic for both our Participants, and their Families.

(252) 480-3354

http://www.thegemcenter.org

 

 

 

 

 

From: Jeanne Reilly [mailto:jeanne.beaner@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, June 24, 2011 10:58 AM
To: Gail E Sonnesso
Subject: Re: Can you put this on the website?

 

Hi Gail!

 

Yes, we'd be happy to do that and would appreciate an ad. I'll put it on my calendar.

 

I put a link to the supper club brochure on the home page. I never did get those manteo building publication documents on the website, where should they go? They are uploaded, but I didn't know what page I should link to them from.

 

Thanks,
Jeanne

On Fri, Jun 24, 2011 at 9:59 AM, Gail E Sonnesso <gsonnesso@gmail.com> wrote:

Hi Jeanne,

I hope you are enjoying the summer weather!

Do you still work with the doves? I would love it, if you were to release them at our commerative candle lighting on Sunday November 13^th around 4pm or so? (all Saints Church)

I could thank you by placing an ad in the Respite report if you would like?

Please let me know if this will work?

My best,

 

Gail E Sonnesso M.S.

Executive Director

The GEM Center, Inc.

Where Group Respite is Therapeutic for both our Participants, and their Families.

(252) 480-3354

http://www.thegemcenter.org