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Brownstone- The Final Wing of StoneCroft: Feb. 8

Protect Yourself: Internet Scams & Quick Tips

It’s no secret that scams exist on the internet. Lately, I have seen a growing trend of scams that are specifically targeting the elderly.

SCAM SCENARIO 1:

The scam I am referring to starts like this. You see a glaring pop up message with flashing text and sometimes accompanied with a robotic sounding voice claiming your computer has 100+ viruses and you must call this number to have it fixed. If you ever see a message like this, the simplest way to get rid of it is to hold down the power button on your computer for 10 seconds and reboot. Don’t click on anything, and whatever you do, DON’T CALL THE NUMBER ON THE SCREEN.

These types of scams are known as “ScareWare.” They are meant to play on your fears and specifically target senior citizens. If you were to call the number there would be a friendly voice on the other end offering to fix it. He will ask you to join him into a remote session, he will then take control of your computer and show you log files that are totally normal and meaningless. He will convince you that your computer is infected and he is able to fix it. After clicking around and doing nothing for 10 minutes he says it’s been fixed and charges you $400-700. Sometimes, you can dispute the charge if you act quickly.

SCAM SCENARIO 2:

Another scam is a friendly phone call that may sound like this “Hello, I am calling from Microsoft and we’ve detected a virus on your computer.” When you think about it, this would be like someone randomly knocking on your door and saying your furnace is broken and I’m here to fix it. Would you let that person in your house? Hopefully not!

SCAM SCENARIO 3:

Lastly, a more serious type of scam is “Phishing.” This type of scam is, most likely, how “hackers” gained access to John Podesta’s emails. Hacking is actually quite difficult and it is much easier to get the person to hand over their password.

Here’s how it works, an email from what looks like a legitimate source Amazon, Gmail, your banking institution, etc… is sent to you saying your account has been compromised and you must change your password. You are then redirected with a link to another page that looks legitimate and it asks for you to enter your credentials. The rule of thumb is to always go directly to the source and login with your existing username and password. Never enter your credentials on the page the link provided.

Top 10 Quick Tips on Spotting a “Phishing” Email:

The message contains a mismatched URL
URL’s contain a misleading domain name (Example: www.robotamazon.com; not the real www.amazon.com)
The message contains poor spelling and grammar
The message asks for personal information
The offer seems too good to be true
You didn’t initiate the action
You’re asked to send money to cover expenses
The message makes unrealistic threats
The message comes from a government agency (the IRS will never email!)
Something just doesn’t look right

The internet is a wonderful thing and allows us to communicate with each other instantly. Unfortunately, you can be scammed in an instant too.

Matt Strohecker

Information Technology Specialist

Tel Hai Retirement Community

Brownstone- The Final Wing of StoneCroft: Feb. 2

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Clark Gallery ‘Meet the Artist’ Open House with Professional Artist Jen McCleary: Jan. 27, 2017, 1 – 3PM

Jen McCleary, mixed-media collage, ‘Celestial Navigation’

Tel Hai Retirement Community invites the community to attend a ‘Meet the Artist’ Dessert Reception & Open House with professional artist Jen McCleary on Friday, January 27, 2017 from 1-3 PM in the StoneCroft Common’s Clark Gallery.

Join us for this free open house and reception, which is open to the public. Jen’s artwork is currently on display within the gallery through January 31, 2017. A portion of the proceeds from each piece of artwork sold goes to Tel Hai Retirement Community’s Care Assurance Fund for residents that outlive their ability to pay for their care.

Jen McCleary studied painting and printmaking (BFA) at Tyler School of Art, Philadelphia, PA, and graphic design (Certificate) at University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA, as well as completing a custom interdisciplinary Master of Liberal Arts (MLA) at University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.

The roots of her art lie in the process of collecting images, ephemera, and found objects, which she layers, alters, or arranges to create something new. She works both digitally (photo-collage and graphic design) and in more traditional forms (mixed-media collage/painting and jewelry made from found and vintage objects). No matter the medium, she prefers to work intuitively, letting each piece evolve over time and in unexpected directions. Her work is more a form of meditation or playful exploration than a deliberate attempt at communicating a specific concept, although she does believe that images and objects can act as carriers of meaning and emotional resonance. She is interested in symbolism, wonder, hidden connections between things, the passage of time, imagined landscapes, ways of understanding the world, and dualities including the manmade vs. the natural worlds, light vs. dark (metaphorically and literally), and complexity vs. simplicity.

Event is hosted in the StoneCroft Common’s Clark Gallery, on the campus at Tel Hai, located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook. We are only 3 short miles east of Route 10 off Beaver Dam Road. Follow Beaver Dam Road to the campus of Tel Hai, then turn onto Tree Line Drive and follow signs to StoneCroft. Parking is available adjacent to the StoneCroft commons main entrance.

Tel Hai Retirement Community, an accredited nonprofit continuing care retirement community, has provided high quality and compassionate care since 1956. For more information or directions, please visit www.telhai.org.

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Founded in 1956, Tel Hai Retirement Community is a non-profit, 501(c)3 Life Plan Community (formerly a continuing care retirement community) located in the rolling countryside of Chester County in Honey Brook Township. Tel Hai offers the full-continuum of aging services including residential living, personal care, health care, , home care services and therapy services. Tel Hai is dedicated to providing high quality care and services to enhance personal dignity, autonomy and lifelong enrichment as a demonstration of Christ’s love for all persons, including more than 850 residents and 500 team members. Tel Hai is nationally accredited by the independent Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities-Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CARF-CCAC.)

Educational Lecture- ‘Cultural Differences: Inside & Out’ with Dr. Beth Morling, Jan. 26, 1:00 PM

Publicity photo of Beth Morling, professor of Psychological & Brain Sciences.

Tel Hai Retirement Community invites the community to attend a Tel Hai Life Enrichment Committee Event called “Cultural Differences: Inside & Out” with Dr. Beth Morling on Thursday, January 26 at 1:00 PM in the StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts. Join us for this free educational lecture. This event is open to the public.

Dr. Morling returns to Tel Hai for another enthralling lecture! She will provide an introduction to the discipline of cultural psychology, which is the study of how culture shapes human psychology. Cultural psychologists measure cultural difference both “inside the head” (at the level of individual people), and “outside the head,” by documenting culturally-different products, texts, or institutions.

Dr. Morling earned her B.A. in Psychology from Carleton College and her Ph.D. in social and personality psychology from the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. She taught at liberal arts colleges (Union College and Muhlenberg College) before teaching at the University of Delaware. Throughout her career, she has focused on both classroom teaching and cultural psychology research. She regularly teaches courses on research methods, cultural psychology, the self-concept, and the teaching of psychology, and has published a textbook in research methods. Beth’s most recent scholarly research has focused on how culture shapes human motivation and social life, as well as where cultural differences are located and measured—whether within the person, or in cultural products such as media, texts, or buildings. She is a Fulbright scholar, having lectured and conducted research in Kyoto, Japan from 2010-11. She was the 2014 Delaware State Professor of the Year, an award from CASE and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

Event is hosted in the StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts, on the campus at Tel Hai, located at 4000 Tree Line Drive, Honey Brook. We are only 3 short miles east of Route 10 off Beaver Dam Road. Follow Beaver Dam Road to the campus of Tel Hai, then turn onto Tree Line Drive and follow signs to StoneCroft. Parking is available adjacent to the StoneCroft commons main entrance.

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Founded in 1956, Tel Hai Retirement Community is a non-profit, 501(c)3 Life Plan Community (formerly a continuing care retirement community) located in the rolling countryside of Chester County in Honey Brook Township. Tel Hai offers the full-continuum of aging services including residential living, personal care, health care, , home care services and therapy services. Tel Hai is dedicated to providing high quality care and services to enhance personal dignity, autonomy and lifelong enrichment as a demonstration of Christ’s love for all persons, including more than 850 residents and 500 team members. Tel Hai is nationally accredited by the independent Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities-Continuing Care Accreditation Commission (CARF-CCAC.)

Brownstone- The Final Wing of StoneCroft: Jan. 5

7 Tips for a Healthier 2017

It’s that time of year! Christmas ads and jingles have been replaced with treadmill commercials, supplements and vitamins are on sale, and the scale is showing a number that is much higher than it was back in November. Instead of being overwhelmed by gimmicks and quick-fixes, check out the tips below to become a healthier you in 2017!

Set goals- Research has shown that up to 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail, some of them as early as February. Set yourself up for success by picking one or two goals that are specific, measureable, achievable and time-sensitive. Set smaller goals within your overall resolution to document your progress and keep yourself motivated.

Drink more water- Drinking more water is an easy way to reap multiple health benefits including increased immunity, decreased fatigue, improved blood and heart health and maintaining intestinal regularity. Carry a reusable water bottle with you and try to take a sip of 1-2 ounces every 15 minutes to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Eat your vegetables– While fresh, colorful summer produce is months away, don’t overlook the nutrient packed produce that is in season right now. Filling up on produce like apples, mushrooms, beets, cabbage, oranges, grapefruits and winter squash will keep your immune system running strong and may even help with some weight loss. Remember to take a walk down the frozen food aisle, too. Frozen fruits and vegetables are flash frozen and packaged at the peak of ripeness, locking in nutrients for a quick, easy way to eat your favorite produce year round.

Stay active- Don’t let shorter days keep you from exercising during the winter. Exercising through the winter can boost immunity and also help you maintain or lose weight. Add an extra layer if you’re walking or running outside, try an exercise class, join a public pool, or buy small hand weights to use in your home.

Wash your hands- The most common way to spread colds, the flu or stomach viruses is through contact with a contaminated object like a door knob or the hand of a person who is sick. To prevent illness, wash your hands with soap and warm water and dry with a paper towel, or use an alcohol based hand rub with at least 60% alcohol content.

Get some sleep- Experts recommend 7-9 hours of sleep per night for the average adult. Getting enough sleep can decrease stress, improve mood and efficiency, and lower risk for certain diseases. Try to set a routine around bedtime to help your mind and body relax and fall asleep sooner!

Unplug- Technology is great for staying connected, but being too connected can have a negative impact on your health. Set a certain day or time to turn off the technology and focus on face to face conversation, reading a book, or just enjoying the silence. You’ll be surprised at how your relationships and mental health will improve!

Guarding Against Common Scams that Target Seniors: Jan. 24 at 10:00 AM

Tel Hai Retirement Community invites the community to attend an educational lecture by WGAL’s Brian Roche on Tuesday, January 24 at 10:00 AM in the StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts, titled “Guarding Against Commons Scams that Target Seniors.” This event is free and open to the public. RSVP is requested and event includes complimentary refreshments. Please RSVP to The Development Office at 610-273-9333 ext. 2039.

Speaker Brian Roche, WGAL news anchor will hold a powerful workshop that will help protect you from strangers like this who prey on the vulnerable and trusting. We’ve all heard the sad stories: A senior citizen was fleeced out of his home by an unscrupulous caregiver. A home repair worker turns out to be a thief who takes all your jewelry. A call announcing you’ve won a prize turns out to be a ploy to get you to empty your bank account. Many scams against older people go unreported because the victims are embarrassed and afraid they will lose independence if their children find out they’ve been deceived.

Tel Hai Retirement Community, an accredited nonprofit continuing care retirement community, has provided high quality and compassionate care since 1956.
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A Tel Hai Concert Series Event: Leah Kim & Jim Correnti on Jan. 25

Pianist Jim Correnti

Tel Hai Retirement Community invites the community to attend a Tel Hai Concert Series Event: Violinist Leah Kim & Pianist Jim Correnti on Wednesday, January 25 at 7:30 PM in the StoneCroft Center for Worship & Performing Arts. Join us for a free evening of music as we are entertained by Kim and Correnti. This event is open to the public.

Kim attended the Juilliard Pre-college program in New York and received a full scholarship to attend the Peabody Conservatory of Music, where she studied with Berl Senofsky and Victor Danchenko and Rebecca Henry. She has performed in the Steinway Recital Hall Concert Series, the Rockaway Young Artist concert, Tilles Hall as a soloist with the Long Island Symphony and in the Juilliard Recital Hall in Lincoln Center.

Violinist Leah Kim

Correnti studied at New York City’s Juilliard School as a scholarship student of Adele Marcus, receiving his Bachelor of Music Degree in 1970. He has been a soloist with the Garden State Philharmonic Orchestra and the Plainfield Symphony (NJ) and does over 250 performances annually.