• Rubber bands. Tying some rubber bands around a shampoo bottle can help tell it apart from conditioner.

We teach several different techniques for organization, medication management, and more at our Essential Low Vision Program. The next session takes place on March 4th. Join us! Registration is required for this event. Learn more by emailing us at lgroszew@vlanj.org or by calling 973-627-0055 ext 1312.

Excessive screen time can cause eye damage, mostly due to strain, resulting it eye irritation, dryness, headaches, fatigue or blurred vision. It can also affect posture and mood. What can you do about it?

⏱️ Set timers for yourself at intervals that work for you, and set reminders for when you should tune off of social media or shut the TV off.

📱 Use the screen time setting on your Apple device. The settings let you limit your access to various apps based on time of day or time of usage.

👀 Take an eye break. Every 20 minutes or so, look away from screens and try to focus on something more distant. Taking a walk to grab a glass of water, or looking out the window are great alternatives.

📺 Don’t watch TV or movies in bed and avoid looking at your phone screen right before bed.

🍽️ Eat your meals without a screen.

INGREDIENTS: 6 ounces uncooked no-yolk whole wheategg noodles, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 1 cup finely chopped onion, 1 cup thinly sliced celery, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 cups 1% low-fat milk, 1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon rind, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dry mustard (such as Colman’s), 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 2 (5-ounce) can solid white albacore tuna packed in water, drained and broken into chunks, 1/4 cup whole-wheat panko (Japanese breadcrumbs), 1.5 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (about 1/3 cup)

EQUIPMENT:
Electric skillet and baking pan OR large ovenproof skillet, measuring spoons and cups, Vegetable chopper, Can opener, Colander, Lemon squeezer, Grater for lemon peel, Scissors

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat broiler to low. Fill a large saucepan with water; bring to a boil. Add noodles; cook 3 minutes or until al dente. Drain.

Heat electric skillet OR 10-inch ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add oil and butter; swirl until butter melts. Add onion and celery; sauté 6 minutes or until tender. Sprinkle flour over pan; cook 45 seconds. Add milk, stirring constantly. Stir in peas and next 7 ingredients (through tuna).

IF USING OVEN-PROOF SKILLET: Remove pan from heat; gently stir in noodles. Sprinkle breadcrumbs and cheese over top. Broil 2 minutes or until topping is lightly browned.

IF USING ELECTRIC SKILLET: Remove pan from heat; gently stir in noodles. Transfer mixture into greased baking dish. Sprinkle breadcrumbs and cheese over top. Broil 2 minutes or until topping is lightly browned.

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Our Healthy Options class meets once weekly as part of the Health & Wellness Program with the goal of teaching our students safe ways of finding their way around a kitchen, along with learning and trying healthier food choices. Find out more about our programs by emailing our Program Manager, Linda Groszew at lgroszew@vlanj.org.