Water off building16/17 area

Water is off in the building 16/17 area.
 No time is set for it to come back on we will keep you posted.
Thank you in advance!!

Bbq

The BBQ is canceled for this up coming weekend.

Please stay posted for a future date!!

Thank you for your understanding in advance.

Food Tasting!!

4800 University drive #17 C April 24, 6-8p.

Enjoy two hours of the best caribbean dishes.

Oxtail, curry goat, jerk chicken, pork, shrimp, rice and peas, mushroom rice, whiting fish, and beef soup.  984-439-2139

Want to help the community?

April 20, 2015

The office will be collecting item for the Durham Resue Mission until May17th Clothes, canned goods, toletries are all needed year around.

 Please call the office for more information 919-489-7599.

Closing an hour early

The Beech Lake Leasing office will be closing early at 5 tomorrow Wednesday, April 15, 2015.

We are sorry for any inconviences that this may cause.

Thank you,
Beech Lake Team

Friendly reminder!!

We hope everyone enjoy their holiday and a friendly reminder we will be closed on Sunday, 5th 2015.

Spring cleaning donations!!

Spring Cleaning Donations!

　

　

　

　

It time to give back!

April 20^th, 2015- May 17^th, 2015

It’s that time again!!! Time to give back! We feel that it is our duty to help the less fortunate. I know that together we can make a difference.

We are asking for donations of non-perishable items.

All items will be donated to The Durham Rescue Mission.

So as you are spring cleaning please think about the less fortunate.

Items most needed:

Canned meats, canned vegetables, pasta and pasta sauce, soup,

Dried beans, canned fruit, rice, peanut butter and jelly, cereal, grits and oatmeal packets.

Clothing:

Clean clothes, shoes.

April is national child abuse prvention month

April 1 marks the start of national child abuse prevention month.
In 2013, there were 679,000 victims of child abuse and neglect throughout the United States; more than 10,000 were child victims from Colorado, according to the US Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children & Families.
In 2014, the Kempe Children's Center at Children's Hospital treated 1,306 children for abuse, served 641 parents and caregivers and trained 9,605 child welfare professionals.
To raise awareness of child abuse prevention, Kempe and Children's Hospital Colorado hosted its annual Livin' Blue Ribbon event on Wednesday at Children's Hospital Atrium. More than 100 employees came together to show how much they care about children by forming a human blue ribbon.
The event raises awareness about the public health crisis of child abuse and neglect, and encourages staff and community to come together to prevent child abuse and neglect.
The Blue Ribbon Campaign to Prevent Child Abuse started as a Virginia grandmother's tribute to her grandson who died as a result of abuse. She tied a blue ribbon to the antenna of her car as a way to remember him and alert her community to the tragedy of child abuse.
Blue ribbons will be worn by people throughout the state and displayed on buildings to bring awareness to the public health crisis of child abuse and neglect. Blue and silver pinwheels will also be planted.
A giant blue ribbon will be hung at 9NEWS' studio throughout the month to show our commitment to caring about children.
The public is asked to wear blue on Tuesdays throughout the month of April.

Closed April 6th, 2015

Beech Lake Office will be closed Sunday, April 5, 2015 in observance of the Easter Holiday. 

Rent is due on time. Late fees will be charged on the 6^th.

Make arrangents accordingly to pay your rent before the 6^th.

 

 

When using the garbage disposal some helpful tips!!

Garbage Disposal Tips

Here are some tips about what you can put down your garbage disposal — and what you shouldn’t. These tips help protect you and the environment!

Do Minimize the Use of Your Garbage Disposal

If you’re able to compost vegetable waste at home, you can dispose of material like vegetable peels, cuttings, stems, seeds and coffee grounds by composting. Composting allows you to convert these waste items into a valuable soil amendment that you can use in your garden. Find out more about composting and compost bins.

Do Dispose of Liquid Materials in the Garbage Disposal

If they’re not hazardous or made up primarily of fats or oils, liquids are safe to put in the garbage disposal.

Do Dispose of Solid Items That Cannot Be Composted in the Trash

Arlington’s trash goes to the Energy-from-Waste facility in Alexandria where the trash is burned to make energy. So it’s preferable to dispose of noncompostable items in the trash instead of sending them down the garbage disposal where they’ll go to the Water Pollution Control Plant and be removed through the water treatment process.

Don’t Put Fats, Oil and Grease Down the Drain or in the Garbage Disposal

These materials (known as FOG) solidify in the sewer and cause blockages and sewer overflows. Materials like bacon grease, oil and other fats should be poured into an empty metal can and be allowed to cool and solidify, then disposed of in the trash. If there is a small amount of oil or grease in your pan, wipe the pan out with a paper towel to remove the grease before washing. Find out more about FOG and how to prevent backups.

Don’t Put Hazardous Materials Such as Chemicals or Medicine Down the Garbage Disposal

These hazardous items, such as paint, unneeded medicine, motor oil, pesticides, solvents and other cleaners, should be disposed of through the Household Hazardous Materials Program.

Don’t Put Hard or Fibrous Materials Down Your Garbage Disposal

Seeds, corncobs, bones, eggshells or flower stems can be damaging. They should be composted or thrown in the trash.

Are you aware?

October was Breast Cancer Awareness month, and soon after followed February marking the American Heart Awareness month, and this month, the month of March, is the National Colorectal Cancer Awareness month. Being 1^st day of March and in less popular awareness month, it still draws an awareness to a less-known, yet an important month.
Blount Memorial gastroenterologist Dr. William Lyles, explains “Colon cancer affects both men and women from all ethnicities. However, it’s also one of the most-preventable types of cancer we treat. More than just preventable, it’s also curable when detected at an early stage.”

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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

The risk of colon cancer increases with age, particularly for those over 50 years of age, and over 45 years of age for African-Americans. The best and the most important way to prevent colon cancer is to get yourself screened at this age, the researchers believe.
“That really is the ideal age for average-risk individuals to begin screening, but if you are African American or have a family history of colon cancer, you may need to begin screening even younger than 50,” the researchers add.
Most colon cancers begin as benign polyps, which gives researchers a change to detect this disease at an early stage, and also cure it. By screening these polyps early, colon cancer can be eliminate early.
There are several different kinds of screening tests for colon cancer, which can include colonoscopy, of course, as well as flexible sigmoidoscopy and testing stools for hidden blood as extensively described by Dr. Lyles. Newer tests exist and continue to be developed. Many insurance companies also actually cover the cost of these screenings.

Read more at http://americanlivewire.com/2015-03-02-march-national-colorectal-cancer-awareness-month/

March National Awareness month info

 

 

National Diabetes Awareness Day is March 24th. The Marion Family YMCA is encouraging residents of Marion County to learn their risks for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, and to take preventive steps to potentially reduce their chances of developing the disease.
The CDC and the American Medical Association (AMA) have begun a new effort to take lessons from the many successful pilot programs on type 2 diabetes awareness and prevention and apply them nationally.
The partnership will be called Prevent Diabetes STAT — for Screen, Test, Act, Today — and will continue efforts by both organizations to deal with the diabetes epidemic.

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Diabetes Awareness Month is March/ FLickr

Assess your risk for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes by taking a test at YMCA.net/diabetes. Through this assessment, visitors can also learn how lifestyle choices and family history help determine the ultimate risk for developing the disease. If a person is at risk, a diabetes screening conducted by a physician can confirm a diabetes or prediabetes diagnosis.
“In one of the most medically advanced countries in the world, more that 86 million Americans live with prediabetes, yet nearly 90% of them don’t even know it,” said Robert Wah, MD, president of the AMA, by telephone at a press conference to announce the initiative. “This isn’t just a concern, it’s a crisis.”
The two organizations have developed a toolkit for physicians and healthcare workers, which can be found at a new website they created. The effort is also an attempt to bring together physicians, community organizations, and insurers to increase awareness in patients with prediabetes and to get the patients to make lifestyle changes, the groups’ leaders said.
In 2012, the CDC launched the National Diabetes Prevention Program, which attempted to bring together community organizations, insurers, and those in the healthcare industry and government to get those at high risk for diabetes to make lifestyle changes. According to the CDC, there are now 500 programs nationwide, including online programs, that promote evidence-based lifestyle changes among those most at risk.
And in 2013, the AMA partnered with the YMCA and other organizations to prevent diabetes type 2 and cardiovascular disease. Part of their effort included attempts to get physicians to refer patients to community prediabetes programs.

Read more at http://americanlivewire.com/2015-03-12-march-is-national-diabetes-awareness-month/ 

 

 

Trivia Question

How much dirt is in a hole 3 feet by 2 feet by 4 feet?

First person to email the correct answer to bla@shared.westdale.com will win a Target store giftcard!!

GOOD LUCK!

Breakfast on the Go!!

March 28,2015 @10AM!!

March Madness

 You gotta be IN IT to WIN IT!

MARCH MADNESS 2015 BRACKET CHALLENGE!

Join our community-wide bracket challenge with the Beech Lake Management Team and Yahoo! Tournament Pick ‘Em 2015.

It’s simple to join the group just follow these steps:


1.    Sign into Yahoo! Or create a Yahoo! User name
2.    Go to Yahoo!’s sports page
3.    Click on Tournament Pick’Em 2015
4.    Click on Join a Group
5.    Choose Group ID#49929          Password: 2770727707
                                             6.    Make your picks and enjoy the tournament!

The Beech Lake Bracket Challenge 1st place Winner will receive $50.00 Target Gift Card! 

*only one entry per resident, don’t forget to tell us if you win  


If you have any questions please call the office at 919-489-7599 we will be happy to help.  If you do not have computer access at home we have a business center in the clubhouse available during office hours.

 

Good luck!

STAY UPDATED, WARM AND SAFE WITH BEECHLAKE.

Dear Residents, Temperatures have held below the freezing mark through Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning, creating potentially hazardous driving conditions across central North Carolina, especially on neighborhood and rural roads and in shady spots. Please continue to use extreme caution when walking outdoors. If you can stay home and avoid the icy conditions please do so. If you know you need to leave in the morning park in a sunny space that is not down hill. Read more at www.wral.com for local weather updates. Resident Function change: Root Beer Floats were scheduled for this Saturday, February 21st. Due to the cold weather, we are canceling the root beer floats and offering a warmer option. Warm up by the fireplace in the office and enjoy coffee, tea and snacks at 1pm. Thank you, Beech Lake 4800 University Dr. Durham, NC 27707 (919) 489-7599 BeechLake005@myLTSMail.com www.beechlakeapartments.com

Residents please READ ME!!

Dear Beech Lake Residents, March 1, 2015

Friendly reminder:

In an effort to abide by the lease, the City of Durham as well as keeping our property up we will need to make sure everything on the exterior of the buildings is removed, including porches and balconies. If you have a screened in porch we ask that you take it down now, as they are not allowed. This also includes all shades or curtains that may be on the outside of your apartment.

Under Section 6. Condition of the Apartment Home, subsection B. Cleaning and Upkeep of Apartment Home your lease states: Resident shall keep the apartment home, including all balconies, patios, and other areas reserved for Resident’s private use, in a clean, safe and sanitary condition, and shall cause no unsafe or unsanitary conditions in the Common Areas.

You may have patio furniture on the decks/patios as well as satellite dishes. However, any non-furniture items must be removed and placed inside your home or the outer storage closet. Satellite dishes may not be attached to the building or extend beyond the balcony. A fine of $50.00/day will be charged to your account beginning March 15, 2015 if you have trash, non-patio furniture, coolers, mattresses, lights, screens, shades, curtains, bird feeders that have seeds, exercise equipment, etc…..

*Please email the office if you have a question regarding balconies and porches. bla@shared.westdale.com

All grills

must be removed from your patios and balconies. No exceptions. We have grills available at the pool for your use during daylight hours. No other gas or charcoal grills are permitted. You may have electric grills only. A $100.00 fine will be charged going forward if you have a grill on Beech Lake Property.

Please remove any personal items located in the grass or beyond the boundaries of your porches as well as any items located in breezeways and walkways. These are common areas and are not designated for personal items. Anything not removed will be disposed of at your cost. We will begin to remove all items beyond your balcony March 16, 2015. No further notice will be given. If you have a satellite dish that needs to be moved please make arrangements to relocate the dish before March 16, 2015.

In our efforts to make Beech Lake a place we are all proud of and happy to call home we appreciate your cooperation. If you have any questions you can email us at: BLA@shared.westdale.com.

To keep up to date with the changes visit our blog at BeechLake.blogspot.com!

If you have any suggestions or comments please email us! We would love to know what you would like to see happen at your community!

Have a great day!

-The Beech Lake Management Team

This letter was delivered with the March 2015 newsletter and posted on mailbox stations February 23, 2015.

Links for news update

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More on this

Meteorologist Nate Johnson answers your winter storm questions
Tips for driving in snow and ice
Closings & Delays
Winter storm warnings, watches
Weather maps and cams
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Gov. McCrory outlines state's winter storm preparations

 

Read more at http://www.wral.com/winter-storm-means-sleet-ice-for-triangle-through-tuesday/14449464/#XujFz62pUlp6RYLo.99

Just some news on the weather!!

 1000 am EST Mon Feb 16 2015 ...Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from 4 PM this afternoon to 9 am EST Tuesday... * locations...include the northern and northwestern Piedmont... including the greater triad. * Precipitation types...include mostly snow and sleet...mixed at times with freezing rain overnight. * Accumulations...of snow and sleet are expected to range from 3 to 5 inches north and west of interstates 40 and 85...and 1 to 3 inches south and east of interstates 40 and 85. Freezing rain accrual will range from a light glaze over the far northern part of the warned counties...where snow and sleet will predominate... to around one tenth to one quarter inch over the southern part of the warned counties. * Timing...this afternoon through Tuesday morning. * Impacts...roads will quickly become snow and ice-covered...and travel will become dangerous. Freezing rain accrual on trees and powerlines may also result in scattered to numerous power outages...particularly along and south of interstates 40 and 85...where more freezing rain can be expected. * Winds...will be from the northeast at 5 to 10 mph. * Temperatures...will hover mostly in the lower 20s. Precautionary/preparedness actions... A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow... sleet...and ice are expected or occurring. Travel will become very hazardous or impossible. Only travel in an emergency. If you must travel...keep an extra flashlight...food...blankets...and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
Read more at http://www.wral.com/weather/page/1010362/?id=9259-NCZ025#XUz37YrmP7WGCZK4.99

Do you qualify for affordable health insurance?

Open enrollment dates: Nov 15th -Feb 15th

Agent name: Marvin A. Johnson

Phone: 828-582-7683

Please contact if you need help or if you help or have any questions!!

Beech lake Apartments Summer/Fall waitlist

-September!

Renovated units and partial upgrades available!

Prices are guaranteed!

No Reservation or Holding fees!

$100.00 application fee.

Pet Friendly—no breed restrictions! $300.00 fee. No pet rent.

Renovated units, prices guaranteed, no reservation or holding fees!
100.00 application fee, Pet friendly.

Please contact a member from the office if intrested in the waitlist options
or know of someone who is...SPREAD THE WORD!!

As always we wish all of our residents a great day.

Phone: 919-489-7599
Fax:919-489-1766
Email:bla@shared.westdale.com
www.beechlakeapartments.com

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Groundhog news!!

 Yesterday was:

 

Groundhog Day, which means the only day of the year dedicated to two things that typically incite mostly loathing, rodents and cold weather, is finally here.
In keeping with tradition, groundhogs across the country predicted whether there will be an early spring or another six weeks of winter this year simply by seeing their own shadow while exiting their burrows today.

February is american heart month some facts below.

February Is American Heart Month: Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?

During the month of February, Americans see the human heart as the symbol of love. February is American Heart Month, a time to show yourself the love. Learn about your risks for heart disease and stroke and stay "heart healthy" for yourself and your loved ones.
Cardiovascular disease (CVD)—including heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure—is the number 1 killer of women and men in the United States. It is a leading cause of disability, preventing Americans from working and enjoying family activities.¹ CVD costs the United States over $300 billion each year, including the cost of health care services, medications, and lost productivity.¹

Understanding the Burden of CVD

CVD does not affect all groups of people in the same way. Although the number of preventable deaths has declined in people aged 65 to 74 years, it has remained unchanged in people under age 65. Men are more than twice as likely as women to die from preventable CVD.²
Having a close relative who has heart disease puts you at higher risk for CVD. Health disparities based on geography also exist. During 2007–2009, death rates due to heart disease were the highest in the South and lowest in the West.
Race and ethnicity also affect your risk. Nearly 44% of African American men and 48% of African American women have some form of CVD. And African Americans are more likely than any other racial or ethnic group to have high blood pressure and to develop the condition earlier in life. About 2 in 5 African American adults have high blood pressure, yet fewer than half of them have the condition under control.
Many CVD deaths could have been prevented through healthier habits, healthier living spaces, and better management of conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes.²

Take It One Step at a Time

You can control a number of risk factors for CVD, including:

• Diet
• Physical activity
• Tobacco use
• Obesity
• High blood pressure
• High blood cholesterol
• Diabetes

As you begin your journey to better heart health that can last a lifetime, keep these things in mind:

• Try not to become overwhelmed. Every step brings you closer to a healthier heart, and every healthy choice makes a difference!
• Partner up. The journey is more fun—and often more successful—when you have company. Ask friends and family to join you.
• Don't get discouraged. You may not be able to take all of the steps at one time. Get a good night's sleep—also important for a healthy heart—and do what you can tomorrow.
• Reward yourself. Find fun things to do to decrease your stress. Round up some colleagues for a lunchtime walk, join a singing group, or have a healthy dinner with your family or friends.

Plan for Prevention

Try out these strategies for better heart health. You'll be surprised how many of them can become lifelong habits!
Work with your health care team. Get a checkup at least once each year, even if you feel healthy. A doctor, nurse, or other health care professional can check for conditions that put you at risk for CVD, such as high blood pressure and diabetes—conditions that can go unnoticed for too long.
Monitor your blood pressure. High blood pressure often has no symptoms, so be sure to have it checked on a regular basis. You can check your blood pressure at home, at a pharmacy, or at a doctor's office. Find more information at CDC's High Blood Pressure Web site.
Get your cholesterol checked. Your health care team should test your cholesterol levels at least once every 5 years. Talk with your health care professional about this simple blood test. You can find out more from CDC's High Cholesterol Web site.
Eat a healthy diet. Choosing healthful meal and snack options can help you avoid CVD and its complications. Limiting sodium in your diet can lower your blood pressure. Be sure to eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables—adults should have at least five servings each day. Eating foods low in saturated fat, trans fat, and cholesterol and high in fiber. For more information on eating a healthy diet, visit CDC's Nutrition page and ChooseMyPlate.gov.
Maintain a healthy weight. Being overweight or obese can increase your risk for CVD. To determine whether your weight is in a healthy range, health care professionals often calculate a number called body mass index (BMI). Doctors sometimes also use waist and hip measurements to measure a person's body fat. If you know your weight and height, you can calculate your BMI at CDC's Assessing Your Weight Web site.
Exercise regularly. Physical activity can help you maintain a healthy weight and lower cholesterol and blood pressure. The Surgeon General recommends that adults should engage in moderate-intensity activity for at least 150 minutes per week. Remember to incorporate exercise into your day in different ways: take the stairs instead of the elevator, or rake the yard instead of using the leaf blower. Exercising with friends and family can be a great way to stay healthy and have fun. For more information, visit CDC's page on physical activity.
Don't smoke. Cigarette smoking greatly increases your risk for CVD. If you don't smoke, don't start. If you do smoke, quit as soon as possible. Your health care team can suggest ways to help you quit. For more information about tobacco use and quitting, see CDC's Smoking & Tobacco Use Web site and Smokefree.gov.
Limit alcohol use. Avoid drinking too much alcohol, which can increase your blood pressure. Men should stick to no more than two drinks per day, and women to no more than one. For more information, visit CDC's Alcohol and Public Health Web site.
Manage your diabetes. If you have diabetes, monitor your blood sugar levels closely, and talk with your health care team about treatment options. Visit CDC's Diabetes Public Health Resource for more information.
Take your medicine. If you're taking medication to treat high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or another condition, follow the instructions carefully. Always ask questions if you don't understand something. If you have side effects, talk with your health care team about your options.
Need more inspiration? The "28 Days to a Healthier Heart" tips can inspire you throughout February and all year long. Follow Million Hearts® on Facebook and Twitter for even more ways to protect your heart and live a longer, healthier life. Million Hearts® is a national initiative to prevent 1 million heart attacks and strokes by 2017.
Together, we all can prevent and manage heart disease, one step at a time.

Just a few ideas for Valentines day!!

Perfect for an intimate evening for two, Valentine's Day, anniversaries and any other time you want to share a meal with the one you love. These restaurants offer romantic lighting, amazing food, and an atmosphere where you can have a quiet conversation. Actually, this list says a lot about the Durham food scene. The only restaurant on it that's not locally owned is The Melting Pot.

1. Vin Rouge

It's a little bit of Paris right here in Durham. From the mirror behind the bar, to the blackboard specials the look and feel of the place is very European. But the well-trained waiters speak perfect English and you don't need to translate the menu. Which,by the way, is fabulous. Great garden/outdoor dining area. Inside is warm, candle-lit and cozy.                           

 

2. Four Square

Four Square is located in a renovated house and gets it's name from the old southern configuration of two rooms in front and two rooms in back, separated in the middle by a wide breeze way. The food is local, creative and fantastic. The atmosphere is elegant and intimate without being stuffy.

 

3. The Melting Pot

Fondue restaurants are always voted most romantic. Maybe it's the food sharing, maybe it's all that chocolate. If you want to go all out, make a reservation and order the Durham Melting Pot's Lover's Lane package. It includes private seating in a curtained booth, a special four course menu, a bottle of wine, roses and a souvenir photo. $150 per couple. Reservation required.

January National Glaucoma Awareness Month!!

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, an important time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease.

Currently, more than 2.7 million people in the United States over age 40 have glaucoma. The National Eye Institute projects this number will reach 4.2 million by 2030, a 58 percent increase.
Glaucoma is called "the sneak thief of sight" since there are no symptoms and once vision is lost, it's permanent. As much as 40% of vision can be lost without a person noticing.
Glaucoma is the leading cause of preventable blindness. Moreover, among African American and Latino populations, glaucoma is more prevalent. Glaucoma is 6 to 8 times more common in African Americans than Caucasians.
Over 2.7 million Americans, and over 60 million people worldwide, have glaucoma. Experts estimate that half of them don’t know they have it. Combined with our aging population, we can see an epidemic of blindness looming if we don’t raise awareness about the importance of regular eye examinations to preserve vision. The World Health Organization estimates that 4.5 million people worldwide are blind due to glaucoma.

Help Raise Awareness

In the United States, approximately 120,000 are blind from glaucoma, accounting for 9% to 12% of all cases of blindness. Here are three ways you can help raise awareness:

1. Talk to friends and family about glaucoma. If you have glaucoma, don’t keep it a secret. Let your family members know.
2. Refer a friend to our web site, www.glaucoma.org.
3. Request to have a free educational booklet sent to you or a friend.

Connect with us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter for regular updates on glaucoma research, treatments, news and information. Share information about glaucoma with your friends and family.

What is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steal sight without warning. Although the most common forms primarily affect the middle-aged and the elderly, glaucoma can affect people of all ages.
Vision loss is caused by damage to the optic nerve. This nerve acts like an electric cable with over a million wires. It is responsible for carrying images from the eye to the brain.
There is no cure for glaucoma—yet. However, medication or surgery can slow or prevent further vision loss. The appropriate treatment depends upon the type of glaucoma among other factors. Early detection is vital to stopping the progress of the disease. Watch a video from the research scientists working to find a cure.

Types of Glaucoma

There are two main types of glaucoma: primary open-angle glaucoma (POAG), and angle-closure glaucoma. These are marked by an increase of intraocular pressure (IOP), or pressure inside the eye. When optic nerve damage has occurred despite a normal IOP, this is called normal tension glaucoma. Secondary glaucoma refers to any case in which another disease causes or contributes to increased eye pressure, resulting in optic nerve damage and vision loss.
Read more about Types of Glaucoma.

Regular Eye Exams are Important

Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the world, according to the World Health Organization. In the most common form, there are virtually no symptoms. Vision loss begins with peripheral or side vision, so if you have glaucoma, you may not notice anything until significant vision is lost.
The best way to protect your sight from glaucoma is to get a comprehensive eye examination. Then, if you have glaucoma, treatment can begin immediately.
Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness among African-Americans. And among Hispanics in older age groups, the risk of glaucoma is nearly as high as that for African-Americans. Also, siblings of persons diagnosed with glaucoma have a significantly increased risk of having glaucoma.
Read about Glaucoma Eye Exams.

Risk Factors

Are you at risk for glaucoma? Those at higher risk include people of African, Asian, and Hispanic descent. Other high-risk groups include: people over 60, family members of those already diagnosed, diabetics, and people who are severely nearsighted. Regular eye exams are especially important for those at higher risk for glaucoma, and may help to prevent unnecessary vision loss.

Help Us Find a Cure

Glaucoma Research Foundation is a national non-profit organization funding innovative research to preserve vision and find a cure for glaucoma. Gifts of every size make a difference. Donate today.

Building Water is on!!

Thank you all for your patience while we were having a issue with the water you can now start using the water agian.

Breakfast on the run!!

As you leave the community on January 21st 2015 we will be serving breakfast on the run.
We will be at the entrance at 8am. while supplies last!!

We are so thankful to have such wonderful residents that on this date we wanted to find a way to brighten your morning and get off to wonderful start.

We are greatful for each and every one of you!!
 

Dont forget to test carbon dioxode and smoke detector (helpful tips)

To keep your family safe from smoke, fire, and carbon monoxide (CO); it’s important to test smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms. In the event of a fire, or the presence of poisonous carbon monoxide gas, the alarm will sound to give your family time to escape. When used in a kitchen, choose a smoke alarm with an optical sensor to reduce false alarms. To keep your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms working properly, replace the batteries at least once a year and the detector after 10 years.

Dont forget to change your air filter as well. You can find a extra filter in the clubhose under the coffe bar station if you need to stop by on the weekend.

Please let us know if you need assistance with this.

Yappy hour tommorow

Yappy Hour is

yappy hour

a laid back scene of furry fun where canine friends come together to unleash and unwind while enjoying such amenities as a playful date with community friends.Come enjoy and bring your dogs out to mingle. 1/14/2015 from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. in Beechlake clubhouse. All guest are welcome to come and enjoy the gathering for the pets !!  (You do not have to have a pet to come)

Yappy hour

How to keep heating cost down for the winter

Turn down the thermostat
Setting the thermostat in the high 60s, perhaps around 66 or 68 degrees, will keep you comfortable enough (with your sweater and socks) but won’t raise your heating bill too much. For every degree that you raise the thermostat, count on adding about 2% to your utility bill. If you think about it that way, you might be willing to go even lower!

Put on a sweater
Yes, your mother had the right idea: Instead of turning up the heat when you are chilly, put on more layers! Make sure you’re wearing socks in the house, and a nice, soft sweater can make you feel warm and cozy. Snuggling up on the couch with a blanket is another great way to stay warm, and you can share warmth with a loved one or even a pet by sharing your blanket.

Build a fire
If you have a wood stove or fireplace, start using it! You will have to procure wood, and this might be expensive, but as you look around: You may be able to find a cheap source of firewood if you are able to pick it up yourself, or perhaps in large slabs that you cut once you get them home. One caution: You should have your chimney inspected and cleaned each year, because soot and debris can cause a house fire.

Saftey tips for driving in the snow, ice and winter!!

Keep speed as low as practically possible

Increase your distance between cars

Slow right down for corners, junctions and any other hazards

If travelling long distances, be aware of changing conditions

along your route

Get all of your braking done on the straights, never brake during a corner if it can be avoided

Be prepared for understeer and oversteer, and know how to correct when necessary

Be prepared to use ABS or avoidance braking techniques

Top up washer fluids and antifreeze

Select 'snow' mode if available on automatic transmissions, or if an advanced electronic stability control system is fitted

If you have to climb a slippery hill, ensure the top is clear before starting the ascent

Many websites have published information which deal with the above issues well, so if you need more of the basics, try a Google search. This article discusses some more advanced safety-based techniques for making progress in winter driving conditions.
Pull away and accelerate gently and progressively.
In slippery conditions such as snow and ice, aggressive acceleration is likely to break traction at the driven wheels. The resulting wheelspin can lead to loss of steering control in a front wheel drive (FWD) car, or an oversteer slide in a rear wheel drive (RWD). Both of these situations will prevent you from going in the direction you want and can be difficult to recover from.
Quickly recover from wheelspin
If you do notice wheelspin or the traction control systems fighting for grip, fight the urge to floor the throttle, and instead back off the gas and then reapply smoothly.
keep the engine speed (rpm) as low as possible
Keep a constant low throttle in order to maximise grip. Most diesel engines will cruise along happily in low gears without using any throttle as all.
Reduce torque at the wheels
Change up sooner rather than later, pull away in second gear if possible, and use the highest practical gear at all times. Higher gears reduce torque at the driven wheels and therefore lower the chances of wheelspin - especially important if you need to climb a slippery hill. Keep gear changes as smooth as possible, as it will be easy to spin the wheels in most gears when conditions are really challenging. If you drive an auto, make use of any winter settings at your disposal.
Avoid sudden driver inputs
These can include steering, braking, acceleration or gear changes. You only have a finite level of grip available so try not to overload your tyres unnecessarily. Driving smoothly will conserve grip, and make you safer on the roads.
Brake soon, and gently If you do not have ABS fitted, be prepared to ease off the brakes when necessary to steer more effectively. Locked front wheels cannot steer!
Make the best use of ABS
If you do have ABS, you'll be able to tell it has triggered by feeling a pulsing sensation through the brake pedal. If this has occurred do not 'pump' the brakes, rather keep a firm pressure on the pedal for maximum effectiveness. ABS is designed to help you steer as you're slowing down so use this to your advantage and avoid obstacles.
Prevention is better than cure
Even if you do have ABS or traction control systems fitted, don't get into the habit of using the technology routinely, you'll be able to slow down in a shorter distance if you use threshold braking techniques.
Use a trailing throttle through corners
Easing off the gas before you enter a corner will transfer some weight to the front wheels, helping to increase traction where it's needed.
Carry speed up slopes
Demands on your tyres increase dramatically up hills. You need to carry a suitable amount of momentum to make it to the top. As you do approach the brow of the hill, ease off the throttle and come to a gentle halt.
Control speed down slopes
Keep your speed down from the top of a descent, don't expect to be able to scrub off much speed on the way down. Think well ahead and prepare for the next hazard.
Observation and anticipation
No matter how skillful you are, there's no substitute for thinking ahead. If you're in familiar areas, anticipate what's coming up, and if you're not in a place you know well, then expect hazards around every corner.
LEarn how a car behaves at the limit of friction
This is a sensible idea for any driver - go to a skid pan or play around on a track. Spin a lot, learn how to control slides, this is such a helpful transferable skill which may save your life one day.

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