By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post

Betty Cadoret of Stockton has been a volunteer in the Senior Companion Program for 28 years.

Cadoret, 91, joined the program shortly before her husband died.

"I have lovely companions," she said at a recent banquet celebrating the 50th anniversary of the program.

Cadoret, who still drives, visits with her companions and sometimes takes them to eat lunch, get a pop or go shopping.

"I always told my ladies when I got there, 'I've come to do what you want to do, so whatever you want to do, you tell me,'" she said.

The Senior Companion Program is part of the AmeriCorps Seniors program and is sponsored by Fort Hays State University in northwest Kansas.

In addition to offering friendship to older adults, who are often unable to leave their homes unaided, some companions help with light chores, such as dishes or laundry. They may help fill pill reminders, take a companion to a doctor's appointment or provide respite care for family caregivers.

The program helps seniors stay in their homes and gives the volunteers purpose, Tawnya Rohr, director, said.

"Especially in rural Kansas where families aren't always close and can't always provide those needed services," she said, "they help individuals remain living at home, so they don't have to go to that next level of care. 

"Our volunteers can go in and just provide that little bit of support to help them remain living independently at home."&nbsp;

Volunteers must be 55 years old or older. Incoming-qualifying seniors receive a small stipend for their service, and all volunteers are reimbursed for mileage.

FHSU's Senior Companion Program covers 13 counties, including Phillips, Graham, Rooks, Gove, Trego, Ellis, Russell, Ness, Rush, Barton, Hodgeman, Pawnee and Ford.

Cadoret said she looks forward to "meeting with her ladies."

"What I do is do her sink of dishes, and then we just sit and visit," she said of her current companion. 

"She says, 'I like to visit,' and I say, 'So do I," Cadoret said with a giggle. "We talk about this, that and the other. We have so much fun. It really makes my day because when I go home, I feel like I really have done a day's work."

Beverly Prescott, 84, of Larned, has been a senior companion for 21 years. She became a companion because her husband was a volunteer.

Prescott recalled a fond memory of one her comapnions.

"I had one companion, and I knew her all my life. We did a lot of things together. She had a little red Volkswagen that we would toodle around in. We had a great time. It was lots of fun," Prescott said.&nbsp;

"It gets me out of the house," she said, "and I see the satisfaction when I have done something for them. They are so appreciative."

She strongly urged others to participate in the program.

"Go for it," she said. "It's very inspiring. You get as much out of it as they do."

Adrienne Cargile, 89, of Hays, shares her faith with her companions. They pray together.

"It's so wonderful," Cargile said. "We're both blessed—myself and my senior companion.

"It gives me purpose. When you get to a certain age, you get away from activities and socializing. These people, we have so much in common. We go back to reminiscing about how life used to be."

Juanita Lumpkins of Great Bend was honored at the recent 50th-anniversary banquet for her 20 years of service as a senior companion. She also urged others to volunteer, saying more companions are needed and that she receives great joy from being a volunteer.

At the recent companions' banquet, Kristi Clore discussed how the program has helped her mother. She said her mother became very lonely after her husband died unexpectedly.

"My mom fell in between," Clore said. "'Where do I fit? Who do I help?' Someone like herself who had spent her whole life giving to her family felt as if she didn't fit anywhere."&nbsp;

Clore's mother was matched with Pat Bieker, now a 13-year veteran of the program from Ellis.

Clore said her mother talked about Pat every day.&nbsp;

When Clore's mother moved to Hays, Phyllis Robertson became her companion. Clore said Phyllis brings her mom cheeseburgers and Dr. Pepper Snoballs, which she loves.&nbsp;

"Those are some of the things she does for my mom, not because it's her job, but because she cares," Clore said.

Both women spent hours conversing with her mother, which she said is a great talent.

"My dad used to tell me long before he passed away that the goal in life is to change one person's day," Clore said. "If you change one person's day, you've succeeded as a human. Between Pat and Phyllis, they've done just that over and over and over again."

The program has 55 volunteers across its service area, considerably down from before the pandemic. Rohr said the program has a long list of clients who need volunteer companions.

For those who may need a companion, call 785-628-5809. If you are interested in volunteering, call the same number.

You can also learn more on the program's <a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/seniorcompanions/">website</a>. You can also follow the program on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/fhsu.fgp.scp">Facebook</a>.

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 <figcaption>Betty Cadoret, far right, a senior companion volunteer for 28 years, said she loves visiting with "her ladies." Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure><div><iframe title="Seniors help seniors as FHSU companion program celebrates 50 years" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=ps2sc-1678f43-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=3267a3&font-color=auto&logo_link=podcast_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy"></iframe></div>By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays PostBetty Cadoret of Stockton has been a volunteer in the Senior Companion Program for 28 years.Cadoret, 91, joined the program shortly before her husband died."I have lovely companions," she said at a recent banquet celebrating the 50th anniversary of the program.Cadoret, who still drives, visits with her companions and sometimes takes them to eat lunch, get a pop or go shopping."I always told my ladies when I got there, 'I've come to do what you want to do, so whatever you want to do, you tell me,'" she said.The Senior Companion Program is part of the AmeriCorps Seniors program and is sponsored by Fort Hays State University in northwest Kansas.In addition to offering friendship to older adults, who are often unable to leave their homes unaided, some companions help with light chores, such as dishes or laundry. They may help fill pill reminders, take a companion to a doctor's appointment or provide respite care for family caregivers.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1721756989882.jpeg" alt="Beverly Prescott of Larned, a 21-year volunteer for the Senior Companion Program, said other seniors should volunteer for the program. "Go for it," she said. Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>Beverly Prescott of Larned, a 21-year volunteer for the Senior Companion Program, said other seniors should volunteer for the program. "Go for it," she said. Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>The program helps seniors stay in their homes and gives the volunteers purpose, Tawnya Rohr, director, said."Especially in rural Kansas where families aren't always close and can't always provide those needed services," she said, "they help individuals remain living at home, so they don't have to go to that next level of care. "Our volunteers can go in and just provide that little bit of support to help them remain living independently at home."&nbsp;Volunteers must be 55 years old or older. Incoming-qualifying seniors receive a small stipend for their service, and all volunteers are reimbursed for mileage.FHSU's Senior Companion Program covers 13 counties, including Phillips, Graham, Rooks, Gove, Trego, Ellis, Russell, Ness, Rush, Barton, Hodgeman, Pawnee and Ford.Cadoret said she looks forward to "meeting with her ladies.""What I do is do her sink of dishes, and then we just sit and visit," she said of her current companion. "She says, 'I like to visit,' and I say, 'So do I," Cadoret said with a giggle. "We talk about this, that and the other. We have so much fun. It really makes my day because when I go home, I feel like I really have done a day's work."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1721757403714.jpeg" alt="Kristi Clore's mother has received services from the Senior Companion Program. She was a featured speaker at the 50th anniversary celebration banquet for the program on July 18. Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post" />
 <figcaption>Kristi Clore's mother has received services from the Senior Companion Program. She was a featured speaker at the 50th anniversary celebration banquet for the program on July 18. Photo by Cristina Janney/Hays Post</figcaption>
 </figure>Beverly Prescott, 84, of Larned, has been a senior companion for 21 years. She became a companion because her husband was a volunteer.Prescott recalled a fond memory of one her comapnions."I had one companion, and I knew her all my life. We did a lot of things together. She had a little red Volkswagen that we would toodle around in. We had a great time. It was lots of fun," Prescott said.&nbsp;"It gets me out of the house," she said, "and I see the satisfaction when I have done something for them. They are so appreciative."She strongly urged others to participate in the program."Go for it," she said. "It's very inspiring. You get as much out of it as they do."Adrienne Cargile, 89, of Hays, shares her faith with her companions. They pray together."It's so wonderful," Cargile said. "We're both blessed—myself and my senior companion."It gives me purpose. When you get to a certain age, you get away from activities and socializing. These people, we have so much in common. We go back to reminiscing about how life used to be."Juanita Lumpkins of Great Bend was honored at the recent 50th-anniversary banquet for her 20 years of service as a senior companion. She also urged others to volunteer, saying more companions are needed and that she receives great joy from being a volunteer.At the recent companions' banquet, Kristi Clore discussed how the program has helped her mother. She said her mother became very lonely after her husband died unexpectedly."My mom fell in between," Clore said. "'Where do I fit? Who do I help?' Someone like herself who had spent her whole life giving to her family felt as if she didn't fit anywhere."&nbsp;Clore's mother was matched with Pat Bieker, now a 13-year veteran of the program from Ellis.Clore said her mother talked about Pat every day.&nbsp;When Clore's mother moved to Hays, Phyllis Robertson became her companion. Clore said Phyllis brings her mom cheeseburgers and Dr. Pepper Snoballs, which she loves.&nbsp;"Those are some of the things she does for my mom, not because it's her job, but because she cares," Clore said.Both women spent hours conversing with her mother, which she said is a great talent."My dad used to tell me long before he passed away that the goal in life is to change one person's day," Clore said. "If you change one person's day, you've succeeded as a human. Between Pat and Phyllis, they've done just that over and over and over again."The program has 55 volunteers across its service area, considerably down from before the pandemic. Rohr said the program has a long list of clients who need volunteer companions.For those who may need a companion, call 785-628-5809. If you are interested in volunteering, call the same number.You can also learn more on the program's <a href="https://www.fhsu.edu/seniorcompanions/">website</a>. You can also follow the program on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/fhsu.fgp.scp">Facebook</a>.

Seniors help seniors as FHSU companion program celebrates 50 years

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99.5 KZ Country is celebrating "Christmas in July" by giving you the chance to win a $50 gift card courtesy of Cerv's.

Listen for Christmas songs from 6 am to 9 am on KHAZ, 99.5 FM, Thursday, July 25, 2024. That's the cue to text 785-628-2995 to register for the drawing. Text your name and the word "CERVS" each time! Favorite Christmas emojis are also welcome. Message and data rates apply. No age requirement to play.

Winner will be announced after 9 am during A KZ Country Morning with Theresa Trapp. Winner will receive a text message in reply. Winner will need to pick up the gift card at the KHAZ Studio, 2300 Hall in Hays, KS. Someone is available to assist with prize pickup Mondays - Fridays, 8 am - 5 pm.

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On this episode of Forward Ever: Leading in Challenging Times, host Gary Shorman speaks with Grow Hays executive director Doug Williams about the&nbsp;Bob &amp; Pat Schmidt Community Center.

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Q. What do you call a cantaloupe in a swimming pool?A. A watermelon.
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KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 07/18/24

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KZ Country Cheesy Joke of the Day 07/16/24

As 146 years of tradition dictate the last weekend in July, the Nicodemus Homecoming Emancipation Celebration (NHEC) will be held Thursday through Sunday, July 25th - 28th, 2024.&nbsp; This year's theme invokes our love for family and fully displays the excellence and accomplishments that our ancestors and current descendants have made over the past 146 years.

The four-day Homecoming begins on Thursday; the evening is set aside for the annual meetings of the organizations supporting&nbsp; Nicodemus:&nbsp; NHEC LLC., National Park Service, Nicodemus Township Board, Nicodemus Historic Landmark District Association, Kansas Black Farmers Association’s quarterly meeting and Nicodemus Historical Society will host “Meet and Greet Beans and Jeans”.&nbsp; The public is welcome.

Friday morning starts with the FREE Cowboy Breakfast, hosted by the family of Freddie and Ivalee Switzer.&nbsp; Activities throughout the day include the Live Family Tree, individual Stories From The Stage, a Sunshine Story Teller by “Ina Buckner-Barnette” and late-night Karaoke.

Saturday, our contributing partner, the Kansas Black Farmers Association, will sponsor the 5K Run/Walk and the complimentary Pancake Breakfast.&nbsp;&nbsp; At 11:00 AM, is our crowd favorite, the Official 146th Homecoming Emancipation Celebration Parade.&nbsp; The National Park Service will discuss Brown v. Board of Education (1954), recognizing the 70th anniversary.&nbsp; Other afternoon activities include a Fashion/Talent Show, Watermelon Feed, Inspirational Dance by Patricia Fuller, and Gospel Soul singing.

🏀 - Saturday Afternoon Special Youth Event: Team Hollywood Celebrity Streetball presents its famous 3 on 3 basketball tournament.&nbsp; Featuring Team Hollywood's very own former LA Lakers player Clay Johnson #34 in person with his NBA Championship Ring.

🎹 - On Saturday night, Enjoy the Lawn Chair Concert with Denver Headliner Ron Ivory and Miles Apart Band.

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, our contributing partner, Nicodemus Historical Society, will show the short film “Robert and Billie” on the big screen, followed by the documentary “Ellis Trail To Nicodemus.”&nbsp;&nbsp; On Friday Only Cris Cricitiello will be in person to sing “In the Sweet By and By” at 6:45 PM.

Friday and Saturday our “Kids Corner” is full of activities to teach our history and entertain our young ones.&nbsp; On Saturday, The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center will be on-site for play.&nbsp; Sunflower Health Plan sponsors this Mobile Museum.

Sunday, Homecoming winds down with our traditional church service, Pastor Ordainment and Community Dinner at the Nicodemus First Baptist Church and the Township Hall.

Don’t forget to visit our food vendors.&nbsp; A variety of food choices have been selected so enjoy the delectable “Tastes of Nicodemus”.&nbsp; 

Also, checkout our non-food vendors for some unique shopping and different finds.

During all four days of celebrating, we have fun associating with friends and family, playing games, dancing, eating good food, and listening to music by DJ Storyteller broadcasting throughout the park.&nbsp; Come Experience the Nicodemus Homecoming!

We can only do this with your help.&nbsp; Please consider donating to keep the tradition going!

Donations can be mailed to:&nbsp; Nicodemus Homecoming Emancipation Celebration (NHEC), P.O. Box 3, Hill City, KS 67642

Stay connected and get updates for our 146th Homecoming.&nbsp; Visit our website at:&nbsp; NicodemusHomecoming.org.Follow us at Nicodemus Homecoming Emancipation Celebration on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 

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 </figure>SubmittedAs 146 years of tradition dictate the last weekend in July, the Nicodemus Homecoming Emancipation Celebration (NHEC) will be held Thursday through Sunday, July 25th - 28th, 2024.&nbsp; This year's theme invokes our love for family and fully displays the excellence and accomplishments that our ancestors and current descendants have made over the past 146 years.The four-day Homecoming begins on Thursday; the evening is set aside for the annual meetings of the organizations supporting&nbsp; Nicodemus:&nbsp; NHEC LLC., National Park Service, Nicodemus Township Board, Nicodemus Historic Landmark District Association, Kansas Black Farmers Association’s quarterly meeting and Nicodemus Historical Society will host “Meet and Greet Beans and Jeans”.&nbsp; The public is welcome.Friday morning starts with the FREE Cowboy Breakfast, hosted by the family of Freddie and Ivalee Switzer.&nbsp; Activities throughout the day include the Live Family Tree, individual Stories From The Stage, a Sunshine Story Teller by “Ina Buckner-Barnette” and late-night Karaoke.Saturday, our contributing partner, the Kansas Black Farmers Association, will sponsor the 5K Run/Walk and the complimentary Pancake Breakfast.&nbsp;&nbsp; At 11:00 AM, is our crowd favorite, the Official 146th Homecoming Emancipation Celebration Parade.&nbsp; The National Park Service will discuss Brown v. Board of Education (1954), recognizing the 70th anniversary.&nbsp; Other afternoon activities include a Fashion/Talent Show, Watermelon Feed, Inspirational Dance by Patricia Fuller, and Gospel Soul singing.🏀 - Saturday Afternoon Special Youth Event: Team Hollywood Celebrity Streetball presents its famous 3 on 3 basketball tournament.&nbsp; Featuring Team Hollywood's very own former LA Lakers player Clay Johnson #34 in person with his NBA Championship Ring.🎹 - On Saturday night, Enjoy the Lawn Chair Concert with Denver Headliner Ron Ivory and Miles Apart Band.Friday, Saturday and Sunday, our contributing partner, Nicodemus Historical Society, will show the short film “Robert and Billie” on the big screen, followed by the documentary “Ellis Trail To Nicodemus.”&nbsp;&nbsp; On Friday Only Cris Cricitiello will be in person to sing “In the Sweet By and By” at 6:45 PM.Friday and Saturday our “Kids Corner” is full of activities to teach our history and entertain our young ones.&nbsp; On Saturday, The Kansas Children’s Discovery Center will be on-site for play.&nbsp; Sunflower Health Plan sponsors this Mobile Museum.Sunday, Homecoming winds down with our traditional church service, Pastor Ordainment and Community Dinner at the Nicodemus First Baptist Church and the Township Hall.Don’t forget to visit our food vendors.&nbsp; A variety of food choices have been selected so enjoy the delectable “Tastes of Nicodemus”.&nbsp; Also, checkout our non-food vendors for some unique shopping and different finds.During all four days of celebrating, we have fun associating with friends and family, playing games, dancing, eating good food, and listening to music by DJ Storyteller broadcasting throughout the park.&nbsp; Come Experience the Nicodemus Homecoming!We can only do this with your help.&nbsp; Please consider donating to keep the tradition going!Donations can be mailed to:&nbsp; Nicodemus Homecoming Emancipation Celebration (NHEC), P.O. Box 3, Hill City, KS 67642Stay connected and get updates for our 146th Homecoming.&nbsp; Visit our website at:&nbsp; NicodemusHomecoming.org.Follow us at Nicodemus Homecoming Emancipation Celebration on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; "HAPPY HOMECOMING"

Nicodemus homecoming: Journey of Triumphs - 146 years of Excellence

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It's the height of the summer with lots of outdoor -&nbsp; and indoor -&nbsp; events to enjoy in Hays.

Brittney Squire, Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau marketing manager, talks about some of the fun activities during July.

For the most up-to-date list of activities in Hays, check the Hays CVB website events calendar at <a href="https://www.visithays.com/calendar.aspx">www.visithays.com</a>.

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🎥 CVB: July events in Hays 

It's so hot that when I got home from the grocery store, my bacon was cooked to perfection.

It's so hot that when I got home from the grocery store, my bacon was cooked to perfection.
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The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Hays area residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®&nbsp;on September 21 at Fort Hays State University Quad (East side of Memorial Union). The Walk site opens at 9:00 a.m., the Promise Garden Flower Ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m. and walking begins immediately following the ceremony.&nbsp;

“This is a pivotal moment in the fight against Alzheimer’s. There are now treatments that change the course of the disease,” said Leigh Purdy, Walk Committee Chair. “We hope that everyone in our community can join us by starting a team to help the Alzheimer’s Association raise awareness and funds for families facing the disease today, take more steps toward treatments and finally ending this disease.”

On Walk day, participants honor those affected by Alzheimer’s with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony — a mission-focused experience that signifies our solidarity in the fight against the disease. During the ceremony, walkers will carry flowers of various colors, each color representing their personal connection to the disease.

Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease – a leading cause of death in the United States. Additionally, more than 11 million family members and friends provide care to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. In Kansas, there are more than 54,500&nbsp;people living with the disease and 89,000&nbsp;caregivers.

To register and receive the latest updates on this year’s seven Walks in Central and Western Kansas, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://alz.org/cwkswalk">alz.org/cwkswalk</a>.&nbsp;If you need help registering, please contact Mark Bretches at 316.512.9711 ext. 1045 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:mabretches@alz.org">mabretches@alz.org</a>.&nbsp;

SubmittedThe Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Hays area residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®&nbsp;on September 21 at Fort Hays State University Quad (East side of Memorial Union). The Walk site opens at 9:00 a.m., the Promise Garden Flower Ceremony begins at 9:30 a.m. and walking begins immediately following the ceremony.&nbsp;“This is a pivotal moment in the fight against Alzheimer’s. There are now treatments that change the course of the disease,” said Leigh Purdy, Walk Committee Chair. “We hope that everyone in our community can join us by starting a team to help the Alzheimer’s Association raise awareness and funds for families facing the disease today, take more steps toward treatments and finally ending this disease.”On Walk day, participants honor those affected by Alzheimer’s with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony — a mission-focused experience that signifies our solidarity in the fight against the disease. During the ceremony, walkers will carry flowers of various colors, each color representing their personal connection to the disease.Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease – a leading cause of death in the United States. Additionally, more than 11 million family members and friends provide care to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. In Kansas, there are more than 54,500&nbsp;people living with the disease and 89,000&nbsp;caregivers.To register and receive the latest updates on this year’s seven Walks in Central and Western Kansas, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://alz.org/cwkswalk">alz.org/cwkswalk</a>.&nbsp;If you need help registering, please contact Mark Bretches at 316.512.9711 ext. 1045 or&nbsp;<a href="mailto:mabretches@alz.org">mabretches@alz.org</a>.&nbsp;

Walk to End Alzheimer’s is World’s Largest Event Dedicated  to Alzheimer’s Care, Support and Research

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On this episode of the <a href="https://hayspost.com/category/post-podcast" target="_blank">Post Podcast</a>, Hays Post reporter Becky Kiser discusses tractor safety with <a href="https://cottonwood.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">Cottonwood Extension District</a> with agent Stacy Campbell.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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🎙 Post Podcast: Cottonwood Extension District shares tractor safety information

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