Prime July 2022

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SENIOR HEALTH TIPS AS RARE AS A DAY IN JUNE HOW SHOULD YOU RESPOND

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Shining Star

SHANNON

By Will Barrett - PRIME EDITOR

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orn in Miles City, Montana and currently working as executive director of the Bozeman Senior Center, Shannon Bondy has been one of the main reasons the senior center’s doors have remained open the past two years. The pandemic has been an uncertain time for all, but Bondy and the volunteers and staff at the Bozeman Senior Center worked tirelessly to keep a level of normalcy for the patrons of the center. With the Prime Awards approaching, it is important to look back and recognize who helped us along the way.

Bondy has worked in aging services her whole career, spanning back to 1999 when she graduated from Montana State University with a B.S. in health and human development. Initially after graduation, she started an internship with the Department of Health and Human Services and quickly realized that was not what she wanted to do. She graduated from Glasglow High School in 1989, and during that time she was working for a retirement home. She realized how much she loved hearing

stories from the older generation, and after graduating from MSU in 1999, she began working as a program manager at the Bozeman Senior Center. She would work in various positions between there, the Belgrade Senior Center and Spring Meadows assisted living before cementing herself as the executive director at Bozeman Senior Center seven years ago.

When the pandemic started, Bondy didn’t expect to be closed too long. A few weeks or so at worst, she thought. They were eventually closed for over four hundred days, and it was up to Bondy, the staff and volunteers to keep things up and running.

“If we hadn’t had our volunteers, I don’t know how we would have stayed open,” says Bondy. They also got creative and partnered with Montana Ale Works, to more efficiently use their inventory, and better distribute it to the meals on wheels recipients. She was extremely grateful for their help, “The community at large was very generous.” At one point there were three people in the kitchen making around two hundred meals. Even a few of the senior

center’s board members stepped in to help the kitchen and lend a hand wherever it was needed.

Both Bondy and Kristi Wetsch, the center’s receptionist, took on many new roles and responsibilities to make ends meet. Their biggest priority was making sure all the meals on wheels were made for the many folks in town who relied on them.

They took many precautions to make sure their patrons were safe, and they organized for the meals to be picked up daily. Wetsch was also tasked with moving the 2nd Hand Rose thrift store from the basement to a room upstairs so they could continue to operate the store while the rest of the center’s activities were closed.

According to Wetsch, 2nd Hand Rose is a great source of income for the center, and an essential service to the community.

On top of meals on wheels, and working on the thrift store, Wetsch was also assisting Bondy in administrative help. Bondy spent most of her time writing federal, state and local grants.

With all this going on, the two

credit their work largely to the volunteers, about three hundred of them. To name a few, they want to acknowledge Jackie Riley, Elizabeth Thompson and Dorothy Noack. “This is an amazing place because as a team, we help each other,” says Wetsch. “It’s the kind of team where your job description can change. We’re all equal, nobody is better than anyone else. It’s a real healthy and sweet environment.”

Although the volunteers have helped the center greatly the past couple of years, they are always looking for more help.

Both to deliver meals and assist with the second-hand store.

Bondy also wants to note that, “It’s important that people know what a wonderful place this is.

There is so much life and vitality here. We don’t just play cards and do bingo; we hike, we walk, we have laptops available and special events, dances of every kind, exercise classes, strength training classes. It really is a place filled with activities; I think there’s something for everyone.”

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Learn how to sleep like a child again Metro Creative Connection

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any adults lament that even if they were solid sleepers in their younger years, by the age of 50, their quality of sleep has unraveled. Some cling to the wisdom that people simply do not need as much sleep as they get older. Even though that is partly true, sufficient sleep is still a vital component of a healthy life.

The National Sleep Foundation recently updated its sleep recommendations per age group to include categories “may be appropriate” and “not recommended.” This includes a range of hours that may be adequate for certain adults. Adults between the ages of 26 and 65 are advised to get seven to nine hours of sleep per evening. However, six hours or 10 hours also may be acceptable. People over the age of 65 need roughly seven to eight hours of sleep each

night, though between five and six hours also may be fine. Generally speaking, anything under five hours is not recommended based on data reviewed by sleep experts.

Many older adults do not get enough sleep due to insomnia, states Jack Gardner, MD, a neurologist certified in sleep medicine. They’re concerned about health issues, may have sleep apnea, can experience pain or frequent urination, or may be taking medication that impedes sleep. Dr. Leila Kheirandish-Gozal, director of clinical sleep research at the University of Chicago, says that, over time, insufficient sleep can impact metabolism, mood, memory, and heart function.

Various strategies can help people get more sleep and enjoy better sleep quality. · Create a luxury bed environment.

Splurge on the largest mattress

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you can afford and one that is comfortable for both parties (if married/coupled). A roomy bed routinely invites sleep. If you have a restless partner, try two separate beds pushed against each other. · Consider white noise. The

sounds of the house or outdoors may be keeping you up. Many people find that the gentle hum of a fan or a white-noise machine with a calming sound effect makes it easier for them to dose off than complete quiet. It can also block out extraneous noises.

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Do you know a senior who should be featured in a future edition of prime? Email your suggestions to Karen E. Davis at kdavis@belgrade-news.com.

Shining Star Shannon............................................... 2 Learn How To Sleep Like A Child Again................ 3 Senior Health Tips.................................................... 4 As Rare As A Day In June......................................... 6 Old Guys And Freebies............................................. 8 How Should You Respond To A Bear Market?...... 10 Meal service in senior centers............................12-13 Bozeman Senior Center Recreation...................... 14 How To Make New Friends After 50...................... 15

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Senior health tips from Bozeman Health: GLAUCOMA

By Amy Wagner

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ozeman Health is proud to provide compassionate, comprehensive geriatric care for our patients and community!

We are pleased to share topics of interest about health in aging. As we age, many questions can arise as to what body changes are within

the normal and what changes may need medical attention. Today I will be discussing two eye sight changes, risk factors, and when to see a medical provider.

The most common age-related eye disease that can affect

vision permanently is glaucoma.

Glaucoma is damage to the optic nerve usually from increased pressure in the eye. Left untreated this can cause permanent vision loss. There are two primary types of glaucoma: open-angle glaucoma is a chronic, slow onset type and the

other is a more rapid, acute onset called angle-closure glaucoma.

Open-angle glaucoma is more common and because of its slower onset can be harder to recognize.

It typically presents with gradual reduction in peripheral vision

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Nurse practitioner, with Bozeman Health Geriatrics

(aka having tunnel vision) that slowly encroaches on central vision. Because our central vision accounts for our visual acuity (the number you get at the eye doctor, i.e., 20/20 vision) many people have no symptoms of glaucoma at all and it is only found on routine ophthalmology examination. Many people have lost 10 to20% of their peripheral vision by the time of diagnosis without recognizing symptoms. Once this vision is lost, it cannot be recovered.

Tip #1: Get an annual comprehensive eye exam unless your eye doctor tells you every other year is sufficient.

Angle-closure glaucoma is different. People do have symptoms. The human body is full of holes that drain fluids.

You’ve probably noticed this by now and the eye is no exception.

The eye has a chamber that allows it to drain excess fluid from the eyeball. If the angle of this chamber gets narrowed or closed, then

the pressure builds up in the eye quickly and can cause change in vision, eye pain, headache, nausea, and/or vomiting. Depending on how much this angle is closed is a direct correlation to how quickly the pressure builds up and symptoms develop. Angle-closure glaucoma symptoms often occur in the evening.

Tip #2: If you have any change to your eye that involves decreased vision, halos in your vision, severe eye pain, or red eye, get help immediately!

It’s important to know that there are treatments for both types of glaucoma. Both types can be treated with eye drops that decrease the pressure in your eye, thereby taking pressure off the optic nerve which protects your vision. These are very common. There are also eye surgeries that can create new holes to drain fluid if yours have closed.

You might be wondering what causes these two types of glaucoma and what can you do for prevention.

prior vitreoretinal surgery, and hypothyroidism.

Risk factors for angle-closure glaucoma include: family history of angle-closure glaucoma, age 60 or older, female sex, being farsighted, of Asian or Inuit descent, pseudo exfoliation (a condition that causes abnormal flaky deposits on eye surfaces) and certain medications.

Ask your eye doctor at your annual visit if you are on any concerning medications for glaucoma and if you are, you can discuss the pros and cons of that medication with your eye doctor and your primary care doctor to determine if the benefit outweighs the risk.

There are many variables in these lists that we cannot control but, as your geriatric primary care team, we’re here to work with you on what we can do.

Tip #3: You’ve heard this tip before; it probably won’t surprise you: eat a balanced diet and move your body in ways that feel good to you. Controlling cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar through your daily activities is one of the best things we can all do for our overall health, including our eyes.

Every month, the Bozeman Health geriatric care team will share information on healthy aging and ways to manage your health and wellbeing.

This month’s column is written by Amy Wagner, nurse practitioner, with Bozeman Health Geriatrics.

Our dedicated geriatric team is comprised of physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, social workers and nurses’ that care for patients. For more information on geriatric care, contact 406-414-2400.

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Risk factors for open-angle glaucoma include: family history of open-angle glaucoma, age 65 or older, Black or Hispanic ancestry, hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, history of

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As rare as a day in June

By Jan Cashman

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y husband Jerry’s favorite poem is, “As Rare as a Day in June” by Lowell. The poem is about plants and animals coming back to life in June after the long winter. Because so many plants are blooming, June is a favorite month for gardeners. Gardens have been planted and are up and growing.

Lots of the work is done and the enjoyment begins. Let’s take a look at our favorite plants that

bloom in June: Lilacs start blooming in late May but the later lilacs and Japanese tree lilacs flower in June. Dwarf Korean and Miss Kim lilacs bloom in June with wonderfully fragrant flowers. Hybrids of late blooming lilacs (Syringa villosa) such as Donald Wyman, a hardy and vigorous deep purple, bloom in June.

Many shrubs such as the viburnums (snowball and

cranberrybush) have white flowers in June. The very fragrant Mockorange is awash in flowers in late June. Roses are on the top of everyone’s list for their colorful, fragrant June blooms.

The bright yellow of old-fashioned Persian and Harrisons yellow roses will stop you in your tracks along with the closely related Austrian Copper which has bright orange blooms. These three roses bloom only once a year, but when they are blooming, they are

spectacular.

Other hardy shrub roses bloom in June and then intermittently all season; some even flower continuously. A few of our best hardy shrub roses include the hot pink, rambling rose, William Baffin, the low-growing but vigorous red Adelaide Hoodless, and the small pinkish-red Winnipeg Parks that looks a little like a hybrid tea rose but is much hardier. The Morden series of recurrently-blooming hardy shrub

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In June, German bearded iris flower in shades of blue, white, pink, and purple. Planted from corms in late summer, few perennials are as reliable and thrive like iris. The variegatedleafed irises make an interesting perennial in the landscape even after they have bloomed.

There are many perennial ground covers that bloom in June: Thyme, lungwort, and candytuft are three.

As I write this on June 12, my Sweet Woodruff and Lamium, both shade-loving, are in full bloom.

Perennial flowers blooming in June include the bright, bold, orange Oriental poppies, lilies, catmint, and popular blue salvia. Salvia is popular for many reasons—their beautiful cobalt blue color, reliability, and deer resistance.

Peonies are arguably the best perennial flower we can grow here. Blooming in June, and often into July, peonies are fragrant, long-lived, great for cutting, with big, red, pink, or white beautiful flowers. A yellow peony has now been developed but it may not be as fragrant as the traditional peony.

One of my favorite perennials, hardy geraniums, comes in many

When you are hiking in June, you’ll see wildflowers

starting to bloom. The dry side of local hills are alive with large, bright yellow, arrowleaf balsamroot with hairy stems and leaves. The yellow of the balsamroot flower contrasts with the blue flowers of wild larkspur and lupine.

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“And what is so rare as a day in June? The flush of life may well be seen thrilling back over hills and valleys…Everything is happy now…Everything is upward striving…” says Lowell. June is the month of graduations, weddings, and Father’s Day. But more than these, June is the month of flowers and growth.

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sizes and flower colors. This perennial, which is nothing like the annual flower we call geranium, has aromatic foliage. Many of the flowers of the perennial geranium are a wedgewood blue color; they all bloom in June.

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roses comes from Canada. It includes pale pink and bright pink roses, Morden blush and Morden Centennial, red-orange, Morden Fireglow, and a yellow blend, Morden Sunrise. All are superhardy and easy to grow.

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Old guys and freebies

By Jim Drummond

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ith a thunderstorm in the forecast, the old guy waterhole was nearly at capacity this week. One of the latecomers strode in holding a large tote bag with an accounting firm logo on the side. As he sat down, he placed the overfilled tote on his lap and began to search inside the bag with both hands.

Occasionally he would retrieve

a small object, inspect it with interest, then return it to the bag.

Somebody finally asked, “What do you have in the sack?”

The old gent responded, “I stopped by the trade show today.

The vendors all had great free items, so I loaded up.”

Someone else inquired, “Are you going to be doing some

remodeling?”

Our friend responded, “Nope, I attend the shows for the free swag.”

Another fellow commented, “That’s why I always stop at the bank. This morning I picked up three free pens, a pad of sticky notes, a calendar, a sucker, and a doggie biscuit.”

Somebody said, “I didn’t know that you have a dog.”

The first fellow replied, “I don’t, but the doggie treat was free.”

The trade show attendee doing bag inventory suddenly brightened, “Wow, look at this!

It’s a tape measure with a builtin level, and it has a nail puller on one end. I’ve never seen anything like it. I can’t believe

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they were giving these away at a booth.”

Everyone stood up to get a better look at the gadget.

Someone asked, “Which booth was it? I should run over to the show to pick one up.”

The fellow with the tape measure held it up to the light, squinted, then responded, “I don’t know. The logo is all smudged.”

A gent at the end of the table reached into his pocket, pulled out a promotional key chain with a silver carabiner attached, and asked, “Would you trade this for the tape measure? It was a freebie that I nabbed last week at an open house.”

The old guy with the tape measure looked over at the key chain and shook his head.

The first chap then reached into another pocket, “Would you trade if I threw in this LED flashlight and a refrigerator magnet? I also have coffee mug, a water bottle, and a letter opener in my pickup that could sweeten the package.”

The fellow with the tape measure glanced up, then shook his head again.

Others in the group began to show greater interest in trading for the tape measure gizmo.

One fellow started rustling

through his pockets. He placed a flash drive with a plumbing company logo, a sleeve of golf balls, and a miniature screw driver set on the table.

Another gent dug out a beverage koozie, a stress relief ball, a coupon for a free car wash, and a pocket knife with a chiropractor’s banner on the side.

A third old guy shared a confident smile with the group, then laid out a Frisbee, a tube of lip moisturizer, a sun visor, two breath mints, and a set of USB adapters displayed in a fancy gift box.

Finally, the fellow in the middle placed an object on the table.

Everyone craned their neck to get a better look. It was cylindrical in shape, bright blue in color, and had a red rubber ball attached to one end. It was boldly emblazoned with an architect’s name.

measure peered over, then inquired, “What flavor is the meatball?”

The fellow responded,

“Louisiana barbecue.”

The first old guy gave a thumbs up and announced, “We have a deal!”

Someone finally asked, “What is it?”

The gent responded, “I have absolutely no idea, but they were free so I took one.”

One of the fellows had been mostly quiet. He started searching through a couple of pockets and came out with a handful of something.

The chap gave his items a sniff, then said, “I stopped by a box store this morning for the free samples. I carried out a meatball, a few slices of bratwurst, and two chunks of Gouda cheese on toothpicks.

The meatball is still fairly moist.

I’d trade them all straight across.”

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How should you respond to a bear market?

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o far, 2022 has not been a good year for investors. In fact, we’re moving into bear market territory. What should you know about bear markets? And how should you respond?

To begin with, a bear market occurs when a stock market index, such as the S&P 500, falls at least 20% from its most recent high point. You might think this type of drop is rare, but that’s not actually the case. Historically, bear markets have occurred every few

years and are a normal feature of the investment landscape. We experienced a bear market fairly recently, from mid-February 2020 through late March of that same year.

What causes bear markets? Each one is different, but the current one is largely the result of several factors, including high inflation, rising interest rates, the war in Ukraine and global supply chain problems.

When will the financial markets again start moving in a positive direction? No one can say for sure, but in any case, it’s not really a good idea to make investment decisions based on what may happen next in the financial markets. Instead, consider these moves: • Be patient. It can be challenging to look at your investment statements during these days. But you’ll help

yourself by taking a long-term view. Consider this: From March 2009 until the end of 2021, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained more than 460%. So, if you’ve been investing for a while, compare where you are now to where you were 10 or 12 years ago.

You’ve probably made pretty good progress over this time – and 10 years from now, the current downturn may not look like such a big event, either.

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• Review your risk tolerance. If you’re having a hard time coping with investment losses – even if they’re just “paper losses” for now – you may want to review your tolerance for risk and see if it’s still the same as it was when you began investing. Even without a bear market, people’s risk tolerance can change, especially as they approach retirement.

• Review your goals. A bear market is not meaningless, but by itself, it shouldn’t cause you to change your long-term goals. And if your goals haven’t changed, neither should your investment strategy.

• Look for buying opportunities.

During a down market, you can find quality investments at attractive prices. So, you could take this opportunity to fill gaps in your portfolio or add shares of investments that you already own and that you believe have good prospects for growth.

• Get some help. When trying to navigate a lengthy market

downturn, it can be useful to get some support and guidance.

Consider this: Among investors who work with a financial advisor, 84% said that doing so gave them a greater sense of comfort about their finances during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a survey conducted in 2020

by Age Wave and Edward Jones.

And getting professional help may provide the same type of reassurance during the current market turmoil.

A bear market is never enjoyable.

But taking the long view and making moves appropriate for your needs can help you get through this period and look ahead to better days.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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Meal Service in Senior Centers: Belgrade MENU Belgrade Senior Center will be opening soon. Please go to our website at belgradeseniorcenter.com for updates as they become available.

92 E Cameron Ave, Belgrade, MT • (406) 388-4711 • Call in to order to go meals by 10:00 the day before! . Menu subject to change without notice!

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Salad, Goulash, Vegetables, Fruit CLOSED - 4th of July!

4th of July Picnic - BBQ Ribs, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Corn on the cob, Watermelon Salad, Salmon, Rice Pilaf, Vegetables, Fruit Salad, Chicken Pot Pie with Vegetables, Dessert Salad, Baked Potato Bar, Fruit Salad, Salisbury Steak, Potatoes, Vegetables, Fruit Salad, Shrimp Pesto Pasta, Vegetables, Dessert Salad, Chicken Fired Steak, Potatoes, Vegetables, Fruit Salad, Chicken Enchiladas, Vegetables, Dessert Cooking Class - Salad, Philly Cheese Steak, Vegetables, Fruit Salad, Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Fruit Salad, Gyros, Vegetables, Dessert Birthday Lunch - Salad, Hot Turkey Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Fruit Salad, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Vegetables, Dessert Salad, Taco Bar, Fruit Salad, Egg Salad Sandwich, Vegetables, Fruit Salad, Meat Loaf, Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert Salad, Fried Chicken, Oven Fries, Vegetables, Fruit Breakfast Club - Salad, Fish Sandwich, Vegetables, Dessert Salad, Frito Pie, Vegetables, Fruit

Meals on Wheels Delivery: Monday – Friday. Call to find out how to qualify for this program.

Center meals: Monday-Friday 12:00 -Call before 10:00 to sign up

Manhattan Senior Center MENU 102 East Main St., Manhattan, MT • 284-6501

JULY 5 – green salad, ham & scalloped, potatoes, veggies, fruit JULY 6 – fruit, chef salad w/meats, cheeses & veggies, roll, cookies JULY 7 – green salad, baked pork chops & stuffing, veggies, toffee brownie bars JULY 12 – green salad, chicken pot pie w/ veggies, roll, applesauce JULY 13 – fruit, macaroni, veggie salad, pulled pork, sandwich, pudding JULY 14 – green salad, meatloaf, mashed, potatoes & gravy, vegetables, jello w/fruit JULY 19 – green salad, broccoli chicken, alfredo, garlic bread, cup cake JULY 20 – jello salad, crab salad sandwich, pickle, cookies

EXERCISE: BODY IN MOTION: Monday & Friday - 9:00 am LINE DANCING: Monday - 10:15 am ZUMBA: Wednesday - 1:00 pm SOCIAL ACTIVITIES: PINOCHLE: Monday - 12:30 , Wednesday - 8:30 am ART TOGETHER: Tuesday - 12:45 pm SING A LONG: Thursday - 12:30 pm NEEDLEAIRES: Friday - 9:30 am July 11-15, 2022: Hyalite Camping Trip July 13, 2022: 50th Anniversary Planning Meeting: 12:45 pm (Celebration September 9, 2022) July 22, 2022: July Birthday Lunch July 24, 2022: Cooking Class July 25, 2022: Quilting Day: Call the center for more information 406-388-4711 July 30, 2022: Belgrade Breakfast Club: 7:00-8:30 am (4th Thursday of each month) LOOKING AHEAD: August 27, 2022: Charlie Russell Chew Choo: Limited tickets available: Call 406-388-4711 for more information.

September 9, 2022: 50th Anniversary Celebration Call the center for current information 406-388-4711 Check our website for updated information.

JULY 21 – green salad, shepherd’s pie (w/ hamburger, potatoes, & veggies) ,jello cake JULY 26 – green salad, fish sticks, tater tots, veggies, applesauce cake JULY 27 – coleslaw salad, chicken cord on bleu, bun, veggie, banana bread JULY 28 – green salad, baked potato bar (w/ ham, cheese, broccoli,, sour cream & butter , cherry cheese cake Menu Options are subject to change without notice. * Please call 406-284-6501 the day before if possible and leave a message for reservations.

At the latest please call before 9 am and leave a message for reservations and/or delivery **Meals on Wheels will be delivered between 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM ** We will celebrate June birthdays the last Thursday of the month.

All meals and activities are open to the public.

Manhattan Sr Center is open for dining in. Come and join us -- dinner is served at 12 Noon.

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807 North Tracy • (406) 586-2421 • www.bozemanseniorcenter.org Shannon Bondy, shannon@bozemanseniorcenter.org (Executive Director) Kristi Wetsch, krisi@bozemanseniorcenter.org (Director Program & Marketing)

This menu is subject to change due to the availability of food.

Call us at 586-2421 by 3:00p.m. the day before you want your meal.

The cost of the meal is a suggested donation of $5.00 for people 60 and over and $7.00 for people under 60 (this is not a suggestion donation).

JULY 1 - 4th of July Lunch: Coleslaw, Cheeseburger Sliders, Shoe String Fries, Green Beans JULY 4 - Closed for Fourth of July JULY 5 – Apple Sauce, Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Corn and Tomatoes, Dessert JULY 6 – Green Salad, Meatballs and Marinara, Pasta, Green Beans JULY 7 – Sesame Slaw, Asian Shrimp and Broccoli, Rice, Mixed Vegetables, Dessert JULY 8 – Ranch Salad, Chili, Macaroni and Cheese, Squash JULY 11 – Cottage Cheese with Fruit, Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Peas and Carrots, Dessert JULY 12 – Green Salad, Sesame Chicken, Rice, Mixed Vegetables, Dessert JULY 13 – Green Salad, Corned Beef, Sauerkraut, Potatoes JULY 14 – Chipotle Slaw, Fish Taco (Cod), Squash, Refried Beans, Dessert JULY 15 – Balsamic Salad, Chicken Pot Pie, Broccoli, Garlic Bread JULY 18 – 3 Bean Salad, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Pasta with Sauce, Mixed Vegetables, Dessert JULY 19 – Hawaii Day – Hawaiian Slaw, Pulled Pork Sliders, Hawaiian Bun, Sweet Potato Fries, Mixed Vegetables, Dessert JULY 20 – Green Salad, Beef Goulash, Mixed Vegetables, Garlic Bread JULY 21 – Green Salad, Baked Cod with Tartar Sauce, Rice, Peas and Corn, Dessert JULY 22 – Cottage Cheese with Fruit, Baked Chicken Breast with Pesto Sauce, Orzo Pasta, Carrots JULY 25 – Coleslaw, Beef Stew, Rice, Green Beans, Dessert JULY 26 – Balsamic Salad, Lasagna, Garlic Bread, Broccoli, Dessert JULY 27 - Spinach & Artichoke Salad, Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce, Yellow Rice JULY 28 – Apple Sauce, Chicken and Dumplings, Garlic Bread, Mixed Vegetables, Dessert JULY 29 – Beet Salad, Shepherds Pie, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Glazed Carrots

Allergy statement for all Meals-On-Wheels foods: Menu items may contain or come into contact with WHEAT, EGGS, PEANUTS, TREE NUTS, FISH, SHELLFISH, SOYBEANS, and MILK. Meals are now being served at the Bozeman Senior Center.

West Yellowstone Senior Center MENU

JULY 1 – Apple

JULY 1 Green Salad, Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Cake JULY 6 – Green Salad, Tuna Casserole, Mixed Vegetables, Biscuit, Brownie JULY 8 – Green Salad, Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Brownie JULY 13 – Green Salad, Spaghetti, Italian Vegetables, Garlic Bread, Cake JULY 15 – Green Salad, Lasagna, Green Beans, Brownie JULY 20 – Green Salad, Chili, Macaroni and Cheese, Mixed Vegetables, Cake JULY 22 – Green Salad, Baked Ham, Cheesy Potatoes, Corn, Brownie JULY 27 – Green Salad, Chicken-Ala-King, Egg Noodle, Biscuit, Cake JULY 29 – Green Salad, Hamburger and Hot Dog, Tater Tots, Baked Beans, Brownie

• The Board meeting is held on the third Friday of each month at 10:00 a.m.

• The Bozeman Senior Center will be closed July 4th in recognition of Independence Day • Bozeman Senior Center’s Second Hand Rose is open on Monday - Friday 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

• The Book Store is open Monday – Friday 9:00a.m.– 3:00p.m. These dates and times are subject to change dependent upon volunteer and staff availability.

Please call 586-2421 to be sure before you come to the center to shop!

Travel with the Bozeman Senior Center

BOZEMAN SENIOR CENTER TRAVEL DEPARTMENT

Judy Morrill, Travel Coordinator • 14judymorrill@gmail.com • 1 406 586 2421 Office Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:00 to 12:00 noon.

We have over 20 seniors who traveled to Colorado for the Colorado Rockies trip in June, 2022. It is great to again be ready to travel with the Bozeman Senior Center.

Just as a reminder: Proof of Covid vaccination is required for all day trips and major trips offered through the Bozeman Senior Center.

For all of our trips, both day trips and longer trips, there are brochures and flyers in the travel kiosk in the Senior Center front lobby. Stop by and pick up the ones you are most interested in. For the major trips, there is a sign in front of each trip telling the last day that you can sign up for each trip. For the day trips, you can stop in at the Senior Center front desk and someone there can help you sign up and pay for your trip.

For the major trips, the registration forms are stapled to the back of the brochure. Fill these out and get them back to the Senior Center front desk. Judy will then get them processed and sent to the travel company to get you officially on the trip.

We have some excellent trips available to you for 2023. Please check them out and see which ones you would like to do.

• COSTA RICA, JANUARY, 2023 Registration and deposit must be in to the Senior Center by July 6th, 2022.

This is a very fun trip at a very good price. We did this same trip in 2019 and it was $300.00 a person more, so this is a great trip price.

• NEW ORLEANS, FEBRUARY, 2023 Registration and deposits must be in to the Senior Center by September 1, 2022. A fun trip, staying at a great location.

• CULTURAL TREASURES OF JAPAN, MARCH, 2023 Registration and deposits must be in to the Senior Center by August 1, 2022. Pick up a brochure and see all the highlights of this two week trip, taking you to Japan during cherry blossom time.

• CALL OF THE WILD, JULY 2023 A motorcoach and scenic train ride trip taking you to great sightseeing throughout Alaska.

SUMMER DAY TRIPS: Beartooth Highway Trip: July 25, 2022. Get your name on the list and pay for the trip right away. Must be signed up by July 8th.

Charlie Russell Chew Choo vintage train trip: Sept. 10 and 11, 2022.

Pick up a flyer. Pay for your trip now, this trip is filling very fast Come travel with us.

Three Forks Senior Center MENU 19 East Cedar St., Three Forks, MT • 285-3235 • Director: Jean Farnam • 570-0800 JULY 5 – Green Salad, Goulash, Corn

JULY 19 – Green Salad, Chili, Baked Potato

JULY 6 – 5 Bean Salad, Beef Stroganoff, Broccoli

JULY 20 – Beef and Vegetable Fried Rice, Fried Cabbage, California Style Vegetables JULY 7 – Apple Sauce, Pork Chops, Baked Potato, Dressing, Green Beans JULY 21 – Apple Sauce, Pork Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots JULY 12 – Green Salad, Polish Sausage, Seasoned, Cauliflower

JULY 26 – Green Salad, Club Sandwich, Chips, Jell-O with Fruit

JULY 13 – Green Salad, Egg Salad Sandwich, Ham and Potato Soup, Jell-O

JULY 27 – Italian Salad, Roast Beef, Steamed Potatoes, Green Beans

JULY 14 – Green Salad, Fried Chicken, Potato Salad, Baked Beans

JULY 28 – Coleslaw, Cod, Cream Peas and Potatoes, Macaroni and Cheese

MENUS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO AVAILABILITY OF FOOD

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Bozeman Senior Center Fitness Classes FITNESS CLASSES ALL EXERCISE CLASSES ARE HELD IN THE FITNESS ROOM WITH THE EXCEPTION OF LINE DANCING (Dining Room) AND STRONG PEOPLE –MORNING CLASS (Rec. Room)

STRONG PEOPLE WITH CATHY (Tues, Thurs 1:00 p.m.)

Strength building class focuses on increasing bone density and muscle mass. Class follows accepted protocol for people with bone loss. Participants work at their own level increasing weights as they build strength.

Each class also includes exercises to strengthen the core and finishes with stretching. All are welcome and weights are provided.

STRENGTH TRAINING WITH VICKI (Mon, Wed 8:30 a.m.)

A great class for men and women looking to increase muscle mass and overall body strength. Body weight, dumbbells, leg weights, and bands are all incorporated into a full body workout.

Strength training doesn’t have to be intimidating; drop in for a class and see how much fun you can have getting stronger. Just bring a water bottle.

AEROBICS WITH RINA DONALDSON

(Mon, Wed 9:30 a.m.)

This is a full hour’s workout. We do 35 minutes of cardio (which can vary in intensity depending on your own ability). After that we do 10 minutes of targeted weight lifting and 15 minutes of stretching. Come join this dynamic workout!

CORE ON THE FLOOR WITH RINA (Mon,Wed 10:35 a.m.)

Pilates inspired. Gentle mat work and stretching.

YOGA AND BALANCE WITH MELANIE SIMMERMAN (Mon, Wed 1:00 p.m.)

Yoga is based on classic Hatha Yoga poses and appropriate for all levels. Focus is on physical, mental and spiritual balance as we practice poses that challenge and enhance posture and balance, strength and flexibility.

Balance focuses on strength and flexibility to gain and improve good posture and balance.

CARDIO AND WEIGHTS WITH PRISCILLA (Fridays, 9:00 a.m.)

Rapid-fire exercise using upper and lower body plus core for strength, balance and flexibility.

For cardio-respiratory strength and endurance.

BEGINNERS LINE DANCING (Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays

10:00 to 10:45 a.m.)

Beginning line dancing is a fun form of exercise with physical, mental, emotional and social benefits. Learn and practice common line dance steps. Then dance to a variety of music including rock, Latin, country and waltz. Beginners who have no prior dance experience of any kind are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes early on their first day for some pre-instruction.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED LINE DANCING (Tuesdays, Thursdays 10:45 to 11:30 a.m.)

More complex and challenging dances will be taught and danced. Experienced dancers are invited to participate in this class.

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED LINE DANCING (Fridays 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.)

More complex and challenging dances will be taught and danced. Experienced dancers are invited to participate in this class.

ENLIGHTENMENT TAI CHI FORM WITH VALERIE WATSON (Thursdays, 11:00 a.m.)

Tai Chi is a graceful form of exercise characterized by slow, methodical, gentle movements and deep breathing exercises that are low impact, relaxing and somewhat aerobic. People of almost any age and fitness

level can participate. In this class you will be learning the Enlightenment Tai Chi Form, some other easy short forms, warm-up and deep breathing exercises, and Tai Chi positions.

Tai Chi can be a positive part of an overall approach to improving and maintaining your health.

HIKING PROGRAM (weather permitting) (Tuesdays 8:00) Meet at Senior Center to meet up with other hikers and sign a waiver. Wear comfortable shoes, bring water and snacks, We can’t promise that we will be back to the center in time for lunch. The hiking schedule is available at the front desk at the Senior Center.

You need to call the center they day before at 3:00 p.m. so we know how many hikers to expect.

WALKING PROGRAM (weather permitting) (Thursdays, 8:00 a.m.)

Meet at the Senior Center to meet up with other walkers.

Wear comfortable shoes, bring water and snacks, We can’t promise that we will be back to the center in time for lunch. The hiking schedule is available at the front desk at the Senior Center.

You need to call the center they day before at 3:00 p.m. so we know how many walkers to expect.

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How to make new friends after 50 Metro Creative Connection

T

he early years of midlife are a hectic time for many people.

Around the time many people reach their late 30s and early 40s, they’re balancing the responsibilities of a career and a family. But as people enter their 50s, some of those responsibilities tend to be less significant, leaving more time for recreational pursuits.

Hobbies and other pursuits outside of work are often more fun when enjoyed with friends. People over 50 undoubtedly recognize that it’s not always so easy to make new friends, even though it’s undeniably beneficial to have supportive relationships into your golden years.

A 2017 study from researchers at Michigan State University found that valuing friendships was a stronger

predictor of health and happiness among older adults than valuing family. Those results align with an earlier Australian study that found Australians age 70 or older tended to live significantly longer if they had more strong friendships.

Making friends after 50 might not be as simple as it was during your school days, but these strategies can help men and women in midlife build new friendships. · Identify your interests.

Fiftysomethings who have spent the last couple of decades building a career and raising a family can give some serious thought to their interests outside of work or passions they hope to pursue now that they have more time to commit to such pursuits. The more interested you are in a given activity, the more likely you are to stick with it. And the longer

you stick with something, the more likely you are to meet like-minded individuals (i.e., future friends) willing to make similar commitments. · Utilize social media. In years past, men and women over 50 may not have had any readily available tools to reach out and connect with new people. Social media has made it much easier to build such connections. Even the most obscure passions likely have a social media group of locals devoted to them, and these groups can be great ways to meet new people. A local runner’s club may have its own social media accounts, and local governments and community groups often share information about sports leagues and other groups via social media. · Sign up for group outings.

Communities often sponsor group outings to museums, the theater,

sporting events, and other day trips.

Signing up for a bus trip to a local museum presents a great opportunity to meet people who share your interests, providing the potential to build lasting friendships built on a foundation of shared interests. · Broaden your horizons. Just because you’re in your 50s doesn’t mean your friends have to be. Don’t hesitate to invite younger or older acquaintances and colleagues over for dinner or on weekend excursions.

Friends come in all shapes, sizes and ages, so you could be missing out if you’re not willing to extend a hand in friendship to people of different ages and backgrounds.

Making friends after 50 can be challenging. However, various strategies can help men and women over 50 connect with new people.

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Nominate Online at www.bozemandailychronicle.com/forms/ prime_24_over_64_nominations or fill out and mail this form

CALL FOR NOMINATIONS!

Nominee Information Name: ______________________________________ Age (as of Dec. 31, 2021): ______________________ Address: ____________________________________ City: _________ State: ________ Zip Code: _______ Phone: (H)_______ (W) ________ (C) ____________ E-mail: _____________________________________ Company: (if applicable) _______________________

Honoring Southwest Montanans 65 and over!

These awards will recognize 24 exceptional people 65 and older for their accomplishments, talents, and contributions to our community.

NOMINATION PERIOD OPEN NOW! July 8, 2022 Deadline for Submissions Nominees must meet the following criteria:

Title/Position: (if applicable) ____________________ Nominator Infomation Name: ______________________________________ Address: ____________________________________ City: _________ State: ________ Zip Code: _______ Phone: (H)_______ (W) ________ (C) ____________ E-mail: _____________________________________ Company: (if applicable) _______________________ Title/Position: (if applicable) ____________________ 1. Community Service Describe how the nominee participates in improving the lives of others in the community. Include type and length of service in organizations and initiatives.

• Be 65 years of age or older on Dec. 31, 2022 • Improves the quality of life for others in the community • Achieved professional success and/or personal success as a role model • Nominee must live in southwest Montana (counties: Gallatin, Madison, Park, Meagher)

2. Achievements: Professional and/or Personal Describe how the nominee has achieved success, demonstrated excellence and excelled in their business or profession, or describe how the nominee achieved personal success as a role model for others.

Provide specific examples if possible.

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3. Additional Information Include any additional information you feel is important for consideration. Include awards, honors, articles or other recognition. ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ Completed nomination forms can be mailed to: Bozeman Daily Chronicle, Attn Cindy Sease, P.O. Box 1190, Bozeman, MT 59771 or emailed to csease@dailychronicle.com.

For more information call: 406.582-2616 or visit: www.bozemandailychronicle.com/forms/prime_24_over_64_nominations