November 5, 2022 Issue, Page 12 of 12

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12 - The Elk City News Community November 5, 2022 Financial resources available to give caregivers a break Many caregivers struggle to provide care for to get their hair done, to visit friends at a coffee their loved ones on their own. The South West- shop, or even go to a movie. ern Oklahoma Development Authority (SWO- Caregivers are defined as “people of any age DA) Area Agency on Aging (AAA) believes it's caring for someone 60 years of age or older important caregivers know they are not alone with two Activities of Daily Living Impairments in their struggle to help their loved ones. (dressing, bathing, eating, transferring, toilet- SWODA AAA provides for respite services for ing, or walking) and/or requiring substantial eligible caregivers in partnership with the De- assistance because of a cognitive or other men- partment of Human Services, Aging Services tal impairment.” Division. If you or someone you know is interested in Studies have shown caregivers will give better care, maintain their own health, and have re- the Caregiver Respite Voucher Program, please duced levels of stress if they can get away from contact Joanie Swanson, caregiver coordinator the responsibilities of providing care even if it’s with SWODA Area Agency on Aging, at 800- for only a few hours. Respite does just that. It 627-4882, ext. 126, or e-mail Joanie at joanie@ provides a way for a caregiver to get out of the swoda.org. everyday routine of caring for their loved one. For questions, contact Joanie Swanson, AAA For example, a caregiver has the option of using Information & Assistance Specialist, 580-562- respite services to go to a doctor's appointment, 5026; joanieeswoda.org Newly Established Program Coincides with Nation’s Upcoming 250th Anniversary WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cel- DAR chapters nationwide are the country and several foreign ebration of the 250th anniver- encouraged to submit a grant countries. DAR members promote sary of the United States, the application upon the identifi- historic preservation, education National Society Daughters cation of a significant point of and patriotism via commemo- of the American Revolution rative events, scholarships and interest. Chapters interested (DAR) and William G. Pomeroy in participating should email educational initiatives, citizen- Foundation are proud to an- the DAR at Revolutionary- ship programs, service to veterans, nounce their collaboration to [email protected] to request in- meaningful community service e Loan Administrator establish and launch a new his- formation about applying for a and more. For additional informa- toric marker program to com- marker grant. tion about DAR and its relevant memorate points of interest significant to Revolutionary Grants will be awarded for sites that have not already been mission, visit www.darorg. About the Pomeroy Foundation ¢ Member Service recognized with war memori- The William G. Pomeroy Founda- Representative America. ‘The multiyear marker program, als, statues, signage and other tion® is committed to supporting which has been named “Revo- commemorations. DAR chap- the celebration and preservation lutionary America 1775-1783,” ters are encouraged to identify of community history; and work- ing to improve the probability of (3ndurance coincides with the celebrations sites of interest that celebrate leading up to and during the stories of underrepresented finding appropriate donor matches nation’s 250th anniversary, Patriots to bring more aware- or other life-saving treatments for the United States Semiquin- ness to the events and contri- blood cancer patients. Established centennial in 2026. The DAR butions of lesser-known peo- by Trustee Bill Pomeroy in 2005 will receive funding from the ple who helped to secure the to bring together his two greatest Pomeroy Foundation for at nation’s independence. passions, the Pomeroy Founda- least 250 historic markers for News of the marker program sites across the country begin- was first shared at the DAR's tion is a private, philanthropic organization located in Syracuse, Federal Credit Union ning in 2022 through 2027. 131st Continental Congress in “We are thrilled to be collabo- June 2022 held at the organi- NY. As the nation’s leading funder of historic roadside markers, the www.endurancefcu.org rating with the Pomeroy Foun- zation’s headquarters in Wash- Pomeroy Foundation has awarded dation on this exciting initia- ington, D.C. nearly 2,000 grants for markers 105 Regional Drive - 225-2269 tive,” said Pamela Wright, DAR About the DAR and bronze plaques in 46 states President General. “We are so One of the largest patriotic wom- and Washington, D.C. To learn grateful to the Foundation for en's organizations in the world, more about the Pomeroy Founda- Visit endurancefcu.org/careers for an application helping to sponsor these im- DAR has 190,000 members in ap- tion, visit wgpfoundation.org. and full job descriptions. E.O.E. portant historic marker grants proximately 3,000 chapters across 0 our local DAR chapters and states can continue to raise awareness of the Patriots and events of the American Revolu- tion as we lead up to the 250th anniversary of our nation.” These distinct markers will feature a medium blue back- ground with buffed tan letter- ing, colors which represent and | will work to ensure our tax dollars are used wisely and efficiently in all areas of honor those worn by General George Washington's regiment District 3 to improve our roads and bridges and maintain our existing infastructure. during the Revolutionary War. Each marker will also display a ey DAR Insignia at the top, as well as the program’s name, “Revo- S) ¢ 51-year-old native of Washita County District 3. lutionary America 1775-1783.” “A core part of our mission at * Over 20 years experience in both municipal the Pomeroy Foundation is and county government and infastructure. supporting the celebration and preservation of community history,” said Deryn Pomeroy, N © «Knowledge of all areas within District 3. Trustee and Director of Stra- tegic Initiatives. “As people across the country prepare for LET’S KEEP DISTRICT 3 the U.S. Semiquincentennial, this is an important time to re- A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE flect upon and recognize those who sacrificed for our nation’s founding. We are proud to col- laborate with the Daughters of the American Revolution to honor the upcoming 250th an- niversary by commemorating Revolutionary America with historic markers.” ‘The first Revolutionary Amer- ica historic markers are ex- pected to be installed and dedi- cated beginning in 2023. All