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— LF Answer: With spring upon us, we are likely to see increased showers and wet pavement, which can play a major role in traffic accidents. The Federal Highway Administration estimates 22 percent of crashes are weather related and 73 percent of those happen on wet pavement. Following a few safety tips before getting on the road and while driving when roads are wet and slick will go a long way to make your dad’s travels a bit safer. First, make sure the vehicle’s tires are proper...

— KB Answer: Understanding food labels can go a long way in managing your diet. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Nutritional Facts labels were updated in 2020 to help people better recognize healthier choices. The FDA required manufacturers with $10 million or more in annual sales to update their labels by Jan. 1, 2020, and those manufacturers with less than $10 million in annual food sales to update their labels by Jan. 21, 2021. Companies that produce single-ingredient sugars, such...

— LY Answer: Volunteering is a great way to give back and support your community. Senior Services’ Meals-on-Wheels program is an excellent opportunity for volunteers to not only provide a nutritious meal, but also to form friendships, share warm smiles, and provide a safety check for older adults, many of whom are living alone and having trouble preparing meals during the day. Just about one year ago, the Meals-on Wheels program, which prided itself on providing hot lunch-time meals t...

— BK Answer: Yes, every March since 2002 Meals-on-Wheels programs across the country join together in celebrating March for Meals. This national campaign, spearheaded by Meals on Wheels America, commemorates the historic day in March 1972 when President Nixon signed into law a measure that amended the Older Americans Act of 1965 and established a national nutrition program for seniors 60 years of age and older. Here in Forsyth County, Senior Services celebrates “March for Meals” ...

Q: Will the Senior Services Art Show & Sale take place this year?

— MA Answer: Black History Month, observed throughout the month of February each year, celebrates the historical achievements of African Americans. Black History Month grew from the idea Carter Woodson and other African American leaders had in creating “Negro History Week” back in the late 1920s. Every president since 1976 has recognized February as Black History month, and each year has had its own theme. For 2021, the theme is The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Div...

Q: I know that the tax season is fast approaching. How does the stimulus check payment I received because of the pandemic impact my taxes?

— PK Answer: Music is a wonderful activity to enjoy together, even remotely. Senior Services is committed to increasing older adults’ opportunities to connect and engage in these activities safely from their homes. There is now a new Music and Fun webpage on the Senior Services website. You can find this page at seniorservices.org/music-culture-and-fun/. A wide variety of musical performances and fun activities can be found here. There are videos of UNC School of the Arts students perfo...

Q: I took up walking earlier in the year to get a little exercise and to get out of the house for a bit. It’s starting to get cold, and

— TB Answer: We’re moving closer to a vaccine against COVID-19 being available widely to the public. Scammers are aware of this and already taking advantage of it. Criminals are becoming increasingly savvy and are always looking to make quick cash through a variety of scams and phishing tactics often targeting the elderly. The scam you mention is one of the latest. Calls appear on your caller ID to be coming from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to request donations. It’s po...