Page 26 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, SEpTEmbER 4, 2020 COUNT | FROM PAGE 7 show that 19,453 city residents have been tested for the virus so far – including 2,433 over the past 14 days. Of those tested, there were 120 confi rmed cases of the virus for a positivity rate of 4.93 percent during that time. That is more than four times the average state positivity rate of 1.07 percent. Last week’s positivity rate was 4.62 percent, which was more than three times the state positivity average of 1.3 percent over the same period. People can compare the number of COVID-19 cases confi rmed in Everett to those in neighboring cities and towns as well as communities of similar size by going to the DPH website at https:// www.mass.gov/info-details/ covid-19-response-reporting – click on COVID-19 cases by city/town. Here’s how nine area communities compare to Everett: Lynn: 4,507 cases, 259 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 5.00 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 12.1, sixth highest in the state. Revere: 2,354 cases, 228 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 5.75 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 20.9, third highest in the state. Everett: 2,083 cases, 120 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 4.93 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 15.9, fourth highest in the state. Malden: 1,415 cases, 68 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 1.97 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 5.5. Peabody: 1,147 cases, 54 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 1.95 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 in the last 14 days – 5.1. Saugus: 659 cases, 34 total positive tests in the last 14 days, 2.19 percent positivity. City of Everett PLANNING BOARD 484 BROADWAY EVERETT, MA 02149 Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 6.3, 16th highest in the state. Wakefi eld: 344 cases, 4 total positive tests in the last 14 days, .31 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 1.1. Melrose: 298 cases, 9 positive tests in the last 14 days, .50 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 1.2. Reading: 323 cases, 14 positive tests in the last 14 days, 1.02 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 2.9. Lynnfi eld: 115 cases, 7 positive tests in the last 14 days, 1.00 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 4.3. Statewide totals: 119,426 cases, 5,037 positive tests in the last 14 days, 1.07 percent positivity. Average daily incidence rate per 100,000 last 14 days – 4.2. (Data compiled by DPH and made public as of Sept. 2, 2020.) avvya y avvy v y iioorennioror i by Jim Miller How to Prevent Falls During a Pandemic Dear Savvy Senior, My 80-year-old mother, who lives alone and is self-isolating during the coronavirus pandemic, has fallen several times. Are there any extra precautions you recommend that can help prevent this? Concerned Daughter Dear Concerned, Falls are a common concern for many elderly adults and their families, especially during the coronavirus pandemic when many seniors are sheltering at home alone. Each year, more than one-in-four older Americans fall, making it the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for those ages 65 and older. But many falls can be prevented. Depending on what’s causing your mom to fall, here are some diff erent tips that can help prevent it. Encourage exercise: Weak leg muscles and poor balance are two of the biggest risk factors that cause seniors to fall. Walking, strength training and tai chi are all good for improving balance and strength, as are a number of balance exercises your mom can do anytime like standing on one foot for 30 seconds then switching to the other foot, and walking heel-to-toe across the room. For additional balance and leg strengthening exercises, see AgeBold.com. Review her medications: Does your mom take any medicine, or combination of medicines, that make her dizzy, sleepy or lightheaded? If so, make a list or gather up all the drugs she takes – prescriptions and over the counter – and contact her doctor or pharmacist for a drug review and adjustment. Get a vision test: Poor vision can be another contributor LEGAL NOTICE EVERETT PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE Hearing on the following application by Eric Kenworthy Property located at: 302 Broadway Section 32 - Inclusionary Zoning - Special Permit Application - Modification In accordance with the provisions of M.G.L Chapter 40A, and with Section 32 (Inclusionary Zoning) of the Everett Zoning Ordinance, the Everett Planning Board will conduct a virtual public hearing on Monday, September 14, 2020 at 7:00 PM online to be viewed live on YouTube (Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdwaOnTb-geJaekx02lH54Q) to consider the above-listed application in connection with the proposal for a modification to a previously approved Special Permit for Inclusionary Zoning for a property at 302 Broadway. The project consists of a multifamily apartment building with 15 rental units (previously 10 units), whereas 2 units will be affordable units (previously was one unit). The project parcel shown on the Site Plan, being a parcel of land referenced by Assessor’s Department as E0-03-000140. The specifics of that relief may change during the public hearing process. The application and narrative for modification were received on August 4, 2020. The plans are entitled “Residences of 302 Broadway, Proposed Unit Change 302 Broadway, Everett MA, completed by Khalasa Design Inc, PJF Associates, & Leon Bombardier for Eric Kenworthy” dated June 30, 2020. A copy of the application and plans are on file and available in the Office of the City Clerk and the Department of Planning and Development, both located at City Hall, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 and can be inspected online anytime at http://www.cityofeverett.com/449/Planning-Board and/or by request during regular City Hall business hours. All persons interested or wishing to be heard on the proposal may attend the virtual hearing designated above in accordance with the information for public participation that will be included on the agenda of the meeting which will be posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law under Planning Board at: http://www.cityofeverett.com/AgendaCenter. As items may be continued to later dates, please contact Shane O’Brien of the Department of Planning & Development at Shane.O’Brien@ci.everett.ma.us or 617-944-0236 before attending the meeting or with any comments, concerns, and/or questions. Frederick Cafasso, Chairman August 28 & September 4, 2020 to falls, so your mom should get her eyes checked once a year and be sure to update her eyeglasses if needed. Also be aware that if your mom wears bifocal or progressive lenses, they too can cause falls, especially when walking outside or going down steps. These lenses can aff ect depth perception, so she may want to get a pair of glasses with only her distance prescription for outdoor activities. If your mom is concerned about a trip into her eye doctor during the pandemic, she can get her vision tested online. Put a call her eye doctor about this option, or consider some online vision testing sites like Essilor.com or 6over6. com. And to buy eyeglasses online, some popular options include WarbyParker.com and ZenniOptical.com. Fall-proof her home: There are a number of simple household modifi cations you can do to make your mom’s living area safer. Start by helping her arrange or move the furniture so there are clear pathways to walk through and pick up items on the fl oor that could cause her to trip like newspapers, shoes, clothes, electrical or phone cords. If she has throw rugs, remove them or use double-sided tape to secure them. In the bathroom buy some non-skid rugs for the fl oors and a rubber suction-grip mat or adhesive non-skid tape for the fl oor of the tub or shower, and have a carpenter install grab bars in and around the tub/shower for support. Also, make sure the lighting throughout the house is good, purchase some inexpensive plug-in nightlights for the bathrooms and hallways, and if she has stairs, put handrails on both sides. For more tips, see the NIA “fall-proofi ng your home” web page at NIA.NIH.gov/health/fall-proofi ng-your-home. Choose safe footwear: Going barefoot or wearing slippers or socks at home can also cause falls, as can wearing backless shoes, high heels, and shoes with smooth leather soles. The safest option for your mom is rubber-sole, lowheel shoes. Purchase some helpful aids: If your mom needs some additional help getting around, get her a cane or walker. Also, to help ensure your mom’s safety, and provide you some peace of mind, consider getting her a medical alert device that comes with a wearable emergency button that would allow her to call for help if she were to fall or need assistance. Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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