Volume 9, Number 6 June 2013 Neighborhood Association www.davenportranch.org NEIGHBORHOOD NEWSLETTER June Events at the Wildflower Center Submitted by Saralee Tiede NATURE NIGHTS June 13 Roots and Shoots June 20 Amphibians June 27 Insects These Thursday evening events give kids a fun-in-nature experience with hikes, crafts and hands-on activities. Free admission for Nature Nights and the entire day of Nature Nights thanks to our sponsor, H-E-B. 6 to 9 p.m. ART ON DISPLAY Through September 2 Jan Heaton s painting exhibit, titled Quiet is in the McDermott Learning Center June 1 through August 18. Jim La Paso s colorful kinetic flowers remain in the garden. FATHER S DAY SPECIAL Sunday, June 9, through Sunday, June 18. Bring Your Dad Free. Or Mom! Or your guardian! For every paid admission, the parent or guardian receives a free admission. Copyright 2013 Peel, Inc. Neighborhood Association - May 2013 1
IMPORTANT NUMBERS DAVENPORT - CENTRAL WEST DISTRICT OF POLICE DEPT NEW BAKER 4 DR SENIOR PATROL OFFICER Darrell Grayson... 512-947-5242...Darrell.Grayson@ci.austin.tx.us EMERGENGY Police and Fire Emergencies... 9-1-1 Reports/Non-Emergencies...311 HOSPITALS South Austin Hospital (10 miles)... 512-447-2211 901 W. Ben White Blvd Brackenridge hospital... 512-324-7000 601 15th Street Seton Hospital (10.5 miles)... 512-324-1000 corner of 35th and Medical Pkwy - best choice for serious problems Children's Hospital of Austin (13 miles)... 512-324-8000 I-35 and 15th Seton Northwest (10 miles)... 512-324-6000 11113 Research (183 N just past Braker) North Austin Hospital (8.5 miles)... 512-901-1000 Mopac and Parmer Heart Hospital... 512-407-7000 3801 N. Lamar Urgent Care day and after hours: Austin Regional Clinic FarWest... 512-346-6611 6835 Austin Center Blvd Poison Control...1-800-222-1222 ANIMAL CONTROL Envirocare Pest Control... 512-416-9191 Animal Pick up (dead animals)...494-9400 Animal Control (pick up stray or injured)...972-6060 Barking Dog...311 UTILITIES Austin Energy Customer Service... 512-494-9400 Austin Water Utility... 512-494-9400 Texas Gas Service Customer Service... 800-700-2443 Time Warner Cable Customer Service... 512-485-5555 Phone Payments... 512-485-6500 SBC 24-hr Info Line:...1-888-294-8433 Residential Phone Ordering:...1-800-464-7928 Residential Phone Repair:...1-800-246-8464 MISCELLANEOUS Goodwin Management, Inc... 512-502-7517 Abandoned Cars...280-0075 Airport- A.B.I.A. Flight Info....530-2242 Garbage Collection...494-9400 Lost mailbox key, Jim Howe; jimhowe@cox.net...844-4222 Streetlight Problem...505-7617 Street Signs: Bridge & Street, Sam West...974-8775 Street Sign Replacement...457-4885 Hazardous Waste...974-4343 2013 DAVENPORT BOARD President: Larry Eisenberg... Larry@CTXIG.com Vice Presidents: Joe Thrash, Architectural Review...jthrash@austin.rr.com John Soyring...john@soyring.net Marc Alcedo...Malcedo@me.com Sybil Raney, Architectural Review...sybilraney@hotmail.com Treasurer: Don Neville... Don.Neville@Tatumllc.com Secretary: Mercedes Frost... mercedesfrost@gmail.com Association Manager Earline Wakefield...earline.wakefield@goodwintx.com MANAGEMENT INFORMATION Goodwin Management, Inc 11149 Research, Suite 100 Austin,Texas 78759-5227 Office 512 502-7526 Cell: 512 470-5104 Fax: 512 346-4873 PRESIDENT DAVENPORT RANCH NEIGHBORHOOD MASTER BOARD Meredith Landry...tejas42@aol.com NEWSLETTER PUBLISHER Peel, Inc... 512-263-9181 NOT AVAILABLE ONLINE 2 Neighborhood Association Newsletter - May 2013 Copyright 2013 Peel, Inc.
Older Adults Express Anxiety In Different Ways While there are several factors that can cause anxiety in older adults, it can be difficult to identify because they express anxiety in unique ways, according to an expert at Baylor College of Medicine. According to Dr. Melinda Stanley, professor in the Menninger Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at BCM, common types of anxiety disorders in adults include: Generalized anxiety Specific fears and phobias Social phobias Post-traumatic stress disorder Anxiety symptoms that older adults and their family members should watch for include: Shortness of breath Increased heart rate Dizziness Difficulty sleeping Muscle aches and pains Anxiety is not a normal part of aging and can be treated. The first important step is to have a physical exam. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a treatment option that teaches learning skills to manage anxiety. Skills that can help reduce anxiety include relaxation, changing thoughts, facing fears, learning how to solve problems and learning behaviors to improve sleep. Full Landscape Design/Installation Lawn Maintenance Trees & Shrubs Flagstone Patios Outdoor Kitchens, Pergolas, Fireplaces Water Features Masonry, Stucco, Brick, Rockwork, Concrete Outdoor Lighting Retaining Walls Now Accepting Summer Camp Enrollment! SPRING IS HERE! CALL TODAY FOR LAWN CARE! 512-894-0013 WWW.OLYELLER.COM Offering 3 Convenient Austin Locations! Steiner Ranch 4308 N. Quinlan Park Road Suite 100 Austin, TX 78732 512.266.6130 Jester 6507 Jester Boulevard Building 2 Austin, TX 78750 512.795.8300 Bee Caves 8100 Bee Caves Road Austin, TX 78746 512.329.6633 Camp Amazing Race is a flexible 11 week summer camp. Space is limited; sign up today at one of our three schools. www.childrenscenterofaustin.com Copyright 2013 Peel, Inc. Neighborhood Association - May 2013 3
Chiggers are the larvae, or immature stage, of a certain type of mite. These larval mites climb onto people when they walk through infested areas. The chiggers wander around the body seeking a good site to feed. They prefer to feed in areas where skin is thinnest or where clothing fits tightly, such as the ankles, waist, behind the knees and groin. Chiggers do not burrow into the skin as many people believe, so smothering them by painting the bite area with nail polish will not do anything to relieve discomfort. Instead, chiggers inject a digestive enzyme which breaks down skin cells. The chiggers eat the broken down skins cells. Itching and redness is caused by our body s reaction to the enzymes chiggers inject into us. Itching typically begins 3-6 hours after being bitten, peaks at 24 hours and can last up to two weeks. Try to avoid chigger infested areas, but since this is not always possible, here are some other things to try: Wear protective clothing- tightly woven items that fit loosely; including long sleeves & pants; shoes or boots Tuck pant legs into boots CHIGGERS Submitted by Wizzie Brown Avoid sitting on the ground Remove & launder clothing ASAP after being in infested areas Shower/ bathe after being in an infested area; scrub vigorously with a washcloth Use an insect repellent with DEET or picaridin To treat chigger infestations around the home try the following: Keeping lawn trimmed Maintain vegetation; do not allow weeds to grow up & keep brush cleared Residual pesticide sprays, usually pyrethroids For chigger bites: Do not scratch pustules; opening pustule might lead to infection Oral antihistamines or topical anti-itch creams to relieve itching sensation For more information or help with identification, contact Wizzie Brown, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Program Specialist at 512.854.9600. Also check out www. urban-ipm.blogspot.com 4 Neighborhood Association Newsletter - May 2013 Copyright 2013 Peel, Inc.
Sold! 4153 Westlake Dr. Exquisite Custom Gated Estate with stunning views of Austin Country Club Golf Course ~ Entertainer s dream with an outdoor living area featuring a swimming pool, cabana & kitchen ~ Luxurious master suite with sitting area and a large walk in closet ~ Beautiful family home with sports court and dog run Finding views that ove our clients. Tosca Gruber CRS, GRI, ABR, CMRS 512-789-LAKE (5253) Mobile 512-328-2559 Fax luxuryhomes@austin.rr.com 609 Castle Ridge RD., Suite #440 www.calltosca.com Copyright 2013 Peel, Inc. Neighborhood Association - May 2013 5
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Serving the Neighborhood for almost 13 years! Lance Loveless, DDS General Dentist Same Great location Davenport Village Shopping Center 3801 N. Capital of Texas Hwy. (360 and Westlake Dr.) Suite J-240 Austin 78746 At the bottom of the hill across from Maudie s (512) 347-8299 www.bridgeviewdental.com $99 Special (Valued at $415) Includes Cleaning*, Exam, & 3-D X-Rays * Routine Dental Cleaning Only Coupon has no cash value Copyright 2013 Peel, Inc. Neighborhood Association - May 2013 7
PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PEEL, INC. DR DROWNING IS PREVENTABLE WATER SAFETY TIPS AT WWW.COLINSHOPE.ORG 5 years ago this month, Colin Holst tragically and silently drowned at the age of 4. 10 Texas children have already drowned this year. Be a Water Guardian and help prevent children from drowning. Volunteer - Donate COLINSHOPE.ORG Ongoing: Volunteers needed to stuff and distribute water safey packets info@colinshope.org Ongoing: Colin's Hope Athlete Ambassadors needed! http://www.tinych.org/signup Now-June 18: Discount Schlitterbahn Tickets for sale. http://www.tinych.org/tickets June 18: World s Largest Swim Lesson at Schlitterbahn Waterpark New Braunfels July 1: Colin s Hope Got2Swim Lake Austin 4 Miler (solo or relay) http://www.tinych.org/got2swim4 July 21: Colin s Hope Kids Got2Swim Pure Austin Quarry Lake http://www.tinych.org/got2swimkids LAYERS OF PROTECTION CONSTANT VISUAL SUPERVISION LEARN TO SWIM WEAR LIFE JACKETS MULTIPLE BARRIERS ON ALL POOLS & HOTTUBS KEEP BACKYARDS &BATHROOMS SAFE LEARN CPR CHECK POOLS & HOTTUBS 1ST FOR MISSING CHILDREN VISIT US ONLINE 8 Neighborhood Association Newsletter - May 2013 Copyright 2013 Peel, Inc.