Rutherford Weekly

Our 18th Year • Issue No. 27 • July 8, 2010 74 JUNCTION 828-248-3517 Prices in Town “SMALL T WN FRIENDL “SMALL TOWN FRIENDL Y”® Y” 369 Butler Road, Forest City, North Carolina 28043 • Phone: 828-248-1408 • Drive Thru Car Wash! Drive Thru Car Wash! Email: advertising@rutherfordweekly.com Lowest Beer & Cigarette Prices in Town 2582 Hwy. 74A, Forest City • Next to Ramada Inn 828-248-3517 Mon-Sat 5:30am-10pm Sun 8am-9pm Mon-Sat 5:30am-10pm Sun 8am-9pm & Sat., July 10 • 7:05 Vs. Gastonia Sat., July 10 • 7:05 Vs. Gastonia Mon., July 12 • 7:05 Helping Keep Patients In-Home Flat Rock and Forest City- Chris Comeaux, CEO of Four Seasons in Flat Rock, NC and Rita Burch, Executive Director of Hospice of Mon., July 12 • 7:05 Vs. Thomasville Wed, July 14 • 7:05 Vs. Gastonia Vs. Gastonia *Y*Youth Nite*outh Nite* McNair Field McNair Dr., Forest City ForestCityBaseball.com Info • 828-2Info • 828-245-0000 ForestCityBaseball.com 45-0000 Grace of God Rescue Mission Items Needed: •Paper Towels •Napkins •16 oz cups •Bowls •Sectional Plates •Gallon Can Food (will take any size) •Cleaning Supplies •Coffee •Tea •Sugar •Personal Items •Running Used Cars For more information, please call 828-245-9141 or 828-245-9532 537 W. Main Street Forest City Inside This WInside This Week:eek: Community News........................21 ...............8 ............................4 Community News........................21 Rutherford County Cooks............11 Bob's Carolina' McNair Field McNair Dr Forest Cit Vs. Thomasville Helping Keep Patients In-Home Wed, July 14 • 7:05 c 1 o L u h e m Rutherford County in Forest City, NC announced a joint venture between their respective organizations to help people in Western North Carolina live in their own homes for as long as possible. The collaborative effort called Livability, LLC, is a consulting and retrofitting busi- ness that specializes in universal design concepts for home safety and accessibility. “Four Seasons and Hospice of Rutherford County combine many years of experience in caring for chronically and terminally ill patients and their families,” Comeaux said. “Since the 1980's, both Hospices have acquired a reputation of excellence in serving patients in the mountains and foothills, and Livability is an extension of their missions.” Thousands of people are seeking an alternative to assisted living and skilled nursing facilities. Some require immediate changes in living arrangements due to disability, aging, or chronic conditions. Others simply wish to adapt their homes in preparation for the future. Livability aims to assist all of these individuals by remodeling their current residence, utilizing universal design principles to allow them to remain in the comfort and familiarity of their own home. The Livability team of experienced contractors combine building and design experi- ence with health care knowledge and compassion to create a safe and comfortable environ- ment for those who need it most. Livability will serve homeowners of all ages from all walks of life throughout Henderson, Rutherford, Polk, Transylvania and Buncombe counties. Heidi Owen, Director of Community Services for Hospice of Rutherford County for the past sixteen years, will serve as Executive Director of Livability. Owen, originally from Etowah and now a resident of Rutherford County, has a bachelors degree in journalism from the University of North Carolina and a masters degree in business administration with a health care concentration from Gardner-Webb University. She is a Certified Fund Raising Executive as well as a Certified Aging in Place Specialist. Owen has served as project manager over construction of all facilities at Hospice of Rutherford County. m o p a U c a c c a “Heidi will ensure that Livability clients are cared for with the same professionalism and compassion that our hospice and palliative care patients expect,” Burch said. “People of all ages will be able to trust that they have received the best service possible.” Heidi Owen; Executive Director of Livability O For more information about Livability or to request a home assessment, contact Heidi Owen at 828-233-0348 or visit the Livability website at www.livabilityhome.org. Program Certifications: Program Certifications: Houses for Living, Homes for Life. Rutherford County Cooks............11 Bob s Carolina Wea her.................8eathert Outdoor TtOu door Tru hs..............................4uthst Classifieds...............................3-26 DirectoriD rectory................................14-15................................14-15 Faces, Places & Things...............23 aces, Places & Things...............23 Obituaries...................................22 Obituaries...................................22 Let's Talk Bible............................22 Did You Realize?...........................7 nquiriing Photographer.................26 Church Happenings....................22 Let's Talk Bible............................22 Did You Realize?...........................7 IInquir ng Photog apher ...............26 Church Happenings....................22 ADA CompliantADA Compliant Houses for Living, Homes for Lif Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) is the only national designation program that teaches the technical, business management, and customer service skills essential to providing quality service within the residential remodel- ing industry: home modifications for the aging-in-place. National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) is a trade association that helps promote the policies that make hous- ing a national priority. Since 1942, NAHB has been serving its members, the housing industry, and the public at large. Classifieds...............................3-26 Local Churches ..........................20 Business & Services Local Churches ..........................20 Business & Services Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliant- Livability meets all of the guidelines and requirements set forth by the ADA, which guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public accommodations, employment, transportation, State and local government services, and telecommunications. WHO NEEDS UNIVERSAL DESIGN? Nationwide, there is a growing demand from seniors, the disabled, and those with chronic conditions to remain in their own homes. To meet this need, Livability works directly with these individuals, their children and relatives, couples planning for retirement, and regional Aging-in-Place service providers. Some examples of who we work with include: Individuals needing immediate home modifi cations to ensure their residence fulfi lls their personal safety requirements. These people have come to the point in their lives where they must decide whether to move into an assisted living facility or remain in their homes. Middle-aged or older individuals planning for retirement and old age. These people wish to remain in the comfort of their own homes, and would prefer to invest their money into retrofi tting their current residence to accommodate an Aging-in-Place lifestyle, rather than pay to live in an assisted living facility. Children and Family who wish to provide their relatives with a more comfortable option. Often times, families would prefer to create a living arrangement that allows their aging parent or loved one to remain in a familiar setting, where they can easily spend time with and attend to them. Remaining in the home also helps keep loved ones active in daily community, neighborhood, and family life, which can have a positive effect on their sense of purpose and well-being. Cash on the Spot! rings...anything gold & Cash on the Spot! Bring us your chains, bracelets, Bring us your chains, bracelets, rings...anything gold & we’ll pay you TOP DOLLAR! TOP DOLLAR! B&D’S THRIFT & LOAN B&D’S THRIFT & LOAN Mon.-Fri. 8:00-5:45 596 S. Broadway St., Forest City • 828-245-3551Sat. 8:30-4:30 ©Community First Media Community First Media 16,000 copies 6,000 copies THURSD THURSDAY! EVER EVERY Now Open! Now Open

• Cover