PRIME May 2021

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A SPECIAL PUBLICATION OF THE BOZEMAN DAILY CHRONICLE

A MAGAZINE FOR MATURE ADULTS

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A PLACE TO CALL HOME OVERSIZED MAILBOX PRINCIPLES!

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A Place to Call Home

By Hannah Stiff

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A Place to Call Home

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Volunteering: a Path to a Brighter Community

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Seize the Day! In just the right way…

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Oversized Mailbox

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Tomatoes—Pollinating, Ripening And Harvesting

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Old Guy Matters of Principle Active Aging Community Connection Series Look at Your Financial Situation Holistically

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Senior Centers Info

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Local woman hard at work on community wellness, one big idea at a time

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shovelful of dirt, when reverently scooped and lightly hefted into the air, is the kind of humble gesture that represents a project that began just as humbly.

On a Spring day at the end of March, Connie CampbellPearson dug her shovel into the hard, brown ground adjacent to the Quality Inn Hotel on Wheat Drive. She joined HRDC’s Board of Directors in turning over the dirt on a project CampbellPearson describes as “hopeful.”

The project is aimed at

tackling chronic homelessness in Bozeman. The solution is a plot of land with 19 tiny homes to provide stable, dignified, research-based housing for a lucky few of Bozeman’s neediest. The tiny homes comprise what the HRDC has dubbed the Housing First Village. By Fall this year, HRDC hopes to have the homes completed.

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While Campbell-Pearson is quick to point out the role others have played in bringing the project to life, it was her frustration that first fueled her to act. It was 2016 when Campbell-Pearson, a church deacon, small business owner, adjunct professor, and chronically involved community member, learned the news that the Amos House was closing. The Amos House provided temporary shelter for people experiencing homelessness in Bozeman.

The donated building could accommodate 24 adults in need of shelter. Without the house, Campbell-Pearson knew 24 men and women would again be homeless.

“That was the tipping point for me,” Campbell-Pearson says. “Twenty four people were out of shelter and they were trying to get transitional housing.”

Campbell-Pearson asked the city if they could house some of the 24 in the parking lot of St. James Episcopal Church, where she is a deacon. The city said no. She wondered about housing them in the church’s small Canterbury Park.

Another, “no.” So CampbellPearson decided to make an appointment with city staff to determine what it would take to hear a “yes” to one of

her solutions.

tiny homes feature a pared After meeting with a member down kitchen, bathroom, and accommodations. of the city’s planning division, sleeping Campbell-Pearson was For the 19 individuals who connected with a man named will be given a safe and warm Ralph Johnson, a professor home, the space offers hope at Montana State University’s and respite. architecture school. When she thinks about the Johnson and Campbell- dream come to life, CampbellPearson put their heads Pearson thinks of Jesse. Jesse together and determined the owned a home in Deer Lodge architecture students could and used to work as a truck design tiny houses to meet driver. During one of his long the needs of chronically hauls, Jesse’s home burned homeless community down. Campbell-Pearson said members. Several semester’s Jesse couldn’t afford to rebuild worth of students worked because he was underinsured. on the project, ultimately Figuring himself to be a hearty yielding smart designs to solve man, Jesse thought he could a problem with a dignified live outside when he wasn’t solution.

Campbell-Pearson talked about the tiny house solution often. When she did, her passion and conviction was contagious.

Community members started writing checks. The HRDC got involved, too. Along with the MSU students, CampbellPearson said the HRDC did the bulk of the final push for the Housing First Village.

The passion from the trio of stakeholders is finally paying off in a big, little way.

The tiny houses range in size from 158 square feet to 330 square feet. The larger unit is handicap accessible.

With a small footprint, the

driving a semi. Life outside came with the stress of never knowing where to place a tent to call home for the night. Or where his next meal would come from. Or how to find a warm shower before he went to renew his CDL. But Jesse tried. What he found when he went for his license was bad news. His blood pressure was too high. The relentless stress of homelessness had affected Jesse’s health and cost his career.

“Jesse went to LC Staffing for a temp job everyday,” Campbell-Pearson said. “He was working everyday but his health wasn’t getting any

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better. So when I met Jessie, he’d been homeless for two years. He had a bicycle and tent, and didn’t tell people where he was holed up.”

When transitional housing did open up, Jesse landed a small room with a roommate who snored. The alarm clocks and loud music from neighbors seeped in, overwhelming a man who was used to living a solitary life, away from others.

“Unfortunately that happens to people who have been homeless for a long time, the noises are challenging,” CampbellPearson said. “It pushes a lot of buttons, they don’t handle it well. It can escalate the situation. So they return to isolating.”

Instead of isolating, Campbell-Pearson wishes Jesse had somewhere like the Housing First Village to call home. A place with

neighbors, but not on top of each other. A safe place to store his belongings and take a shower.

While the causes of homelessness are becoming more obvious daily in the Gallatin Valley, solutions can seem like a pipedream.

Campbell-Pearson knows the tiny home village is one of many needed solutions to help the ever-growing number of homeless neighbors, like Jesse, find shelter. As the Warming Center reaches capacity each season and vacancy rates at pricey rentals remain near zero, fast tracking dreams from pipe to reality is vital.

Collaboration is essential.

Innovation is paramount.

And it all starts with a small burning fire and tenacity to bring about change. A fire Campbell-Pearson says she’ll keep burning as long as she’s able.

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Volunteering: a Path to a Brighter Community

By Danielle Shyne, Attorney/Owner Shyne Law Group, PLLC.

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uring these turbulent times, people tend to get tunnel vision as to our own problems and concerns. I understand why clients come to me eager to create a comprehensive estate plan: fear. While working on your individual estate or financial plan can bring peace to your mind and home, I propose we all work to expand our view and help out our neighbors, friends, and community. It is good for us and for the community.

Volunteering your time and energy helps strengthen your community, but it also has important emotional and physical benefits. According to a study done by the Corporation for National and Community Service, Americans over the age of 60 that volunteered reported lower disability and higher levels of well-being compared to those who did not volunteer.

The benefits ing include:

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1. Helps bridge generation gap.

By interacting with younger generations, seniors are able to

share important life lessons.

2. Volunteering time makes you feel like you have more time.

Giving others your time can make your time feel more affluent. A study done at Wharton College found that people who give their time felt more capable, confident and useful.

3. It’s good for mental health.

Volunteering keeps the brain active, which contributes to a person’s cognitive health. The National Institute on Aging reported that participating in activities that are meaningful and productive may lower the risk of dementia and other health problems in seniors.

4. Helps prevent senior isolation and depression.

While getting out of the house is important at any age, research found that volunteering can have positive effects on a person’s psychological health. In a study done by the Corporation for National and Community Service, researchers found that individuals who engaged

in volunteering activities experienced a shorter course of depression than those who did not volunteer.

Montana. Volunteers needed to support services offered to those affected by cancer. Call (406) 582-1600.

Find an activity you’re passionate about. Volunteering is best for all parties involved when you are doing something you enjoy. It’s never too late to get started.

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Volunteers needed to help with therapeutic recreation. Call (406) 586-1781.

Income-qualified volunteers 55+ have the chance to mentor and provide companionship for a child. Stipend.

Here are a few opportunities in our area: HRDC and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) offers volunteer opportunities for individuals age 55 and older. Volunteer placements are available at over 50 organizations, from nonprofits to government, education, and health care. Call Bozeman Office 406-587-5444; Livingston Office 406-222-2281.

Befrienders. Looking for a way to get involved with Befrienders?

There are lots of opportunities, from becoming a Befriender to a senior, joining our board, or volunteering on our special events committee. Call (406) 522-8169.

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Thrive. Volunteers needed for a variety of different programs.

(406) 587-3840.

Rural Dynamics, Inc. Volunteers needed for financial counseling, debt management, free tax preparation, budgeting assistance, bankruptcy counseling, and more. Call (877) 275-2227.

Danielle Shyne is the owner/ attorney of Shyne Law Group, PLLC.

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Seize the Day! In just the right way…

By Nancy Ruby

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our daily routine will either launch you into motion or leave you at the starting gate wondering where the day went. Your habits will either have you feeling awake and alive or make you feel crummy.

effect on your life and has brought you to this very moment. Either way, good habits or bad, it’s the process of repetition that creates your reality.

yourself first will allow you to respond gracefully, rather than react emotionally, to whatever comes your way.

I’d like to encourage you to kick off your day in the Are you content with your right way with Breath-Body level of health and wellness? Practices. This will awaken To get the most of each Are there any changes you your body, stimulate your day, feeling effective and want to make? Do you feel glands and organs, clear out satisfied with your actions, the need to shift some of the cobwebs in your mind, and nourish your soul. the best place to start is at the your habits? beginning. And the beginning By placing healthy habits Kick off your day feeling of each day is directly related into priority, you will shift Vibrantly Alive! I like to call it to the 24 hours preceding it. out of busy-ness and into Pranafication – the awakening Therefore, routine makes a effectiveness. There are no of Life Force. May the force difference in how your life guarantees as to what life will be with you! unfolds. What you do on a present moment by moment, daily basis has a cumulative therefore, taking care of Begin breathing deeply and moving actively each morning,

before eating or caffeinating, between 6am and 10am when your body is in its kapha phase and is naturally physically strongest. Kapha also has a tendency toward lethargy due to its downward flowing energy of earth and water elements. Breath coordinated movement will infuse your cells with oxygen invigorating your body into resiliency to set you on your way. When you have eaten early the night before, you will more easily arise after a deep, solid rest ready to seize the day.

Carpe diem!

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• ACTIVATE. Awaken with Preferably before or with a Breath-Body Practice Sun salutations, a brisk walk, the sunrise: dancing, or any movement that • URINATE. The need to gets your blood flowing and empty your bladder first thing your Prana glowing. is a sign that you consumed your water quota the day • Try my 4-Minute or 15-minute before. Your urine should be Wake Up practices on YogaMotion YouTube Channel light and odor-free. bit.ly/4_minute_wakeup or • HYDRATE. Drink 16 – 32 bit.ly/54321_Wakeup oz of warm water with lemon MEDITATE. Sit in to stimulate your bowels • silence, basking in gratitude as you rehydrate. Flush (5 - 15 minutes) your. System.

• EVACUATE. Empty bowels, • MOTIVATE – This morning ideally within the first hour routine will have you moving into the day with a vibrant of waking. body and clear mind.

Over the past 35 years I have dedicated my professional life to helping people establish and stay committed to their own healthy habits and rewarding routines. I’m here to help you do the same. Seize As the saying goes, “The the day and Thrive on! proof is in the pudding.” See Nancy Ruby for yourself how this morning runs YogaMoroutine enhances the rhythm tion Wellness Academy in of your life. Personally, I Bozeman have tasted the pudding by and describes developing these practices herself as over the course of time, one an educator, step at a time. The key is to joyologist and lifestyle engineer. She begin. Begin now with the end has been sharing her teachings in yoga in mind – a happy, healthy day and wellness education for the past 40 years. Ruby currently specializes in - every day.

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Oversized Mailbox

By Lois Stephens

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ur neighbor enjoys all his toys in king size.

He owns one of the largest side-by-sides (after passing the smaller one he owned off to his wife), he traded off his pint-sized tractor for a more powerful upgrade, and he enjoys puttering around in a shop as large as his house. I mention these few examples to illustrate just what I am talking about. He will purchase an item, and generally end up replacing it with something that is just a bit bigger and that features more bells and whistles than his original, smaller model.

He sunk several posts, hung a gate, and perched a mailbox on top of one of the gate posts. This mailbox is large enough to comfortably house a family of skunks with room left over for an assortment of spiders and other pests.

One of the more hilarious facts about all this is that we do not have mail delivery here on the mountain. Virginia City and surrounding area offer no home mail delivery whatsoever; we all have post boxes at the local post office and collect our own mail every day.

Naturally we needled our This penchant for bigger and neighbor incessantly when he better apparently spilled over first erected that palace of a to his preference in mailboxes. mailbox several years ago. We

wanted to know who or what he thought might make use of that monster of a container.

He remarked that UPS could leave packages in it when he and his wife were gone for the day and had a delivery coming.

out that we could write him weekly checks and deposit them in the mailbox. That way he would have a reason to check it once or twice a week and it would make him a happy man. I guess we aren’t overly interested in making The many problems with that him a happy man, as we have little idea include the facts that declined to indulge his wishes our neighbor, following his on that score. usual habits, usually purchases The jokes about the mailbox something too large to fit even tapered off somewhat until in his gargantuan mailbox, or last summer season. During winter has arrived with snow the hot lazy days of summer and ice and no UPS driver in last year, the mailbox once his or her right mind would again became the receptacle drive up our hill to deliver a (no pun intended) for many package of any size. Rather comments. Every time one set they leave it at the post office of neighbors did something for us to collect ourselves. for the other set, the standard The neighbor also pointed joke became the bill, how

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much it ought to be, how quickly it should be paid, and that of course the bill and/ or the payment would be left in the mailbox. When our neighbor helped us place our tombstone rock for our 911 address, he informed us that we would get a large bill to compensate him for his time and effort, and that he would leave the bill in the mailbox for us to collect. We assured him that was fine, we of course would possibly, maybe, perhaps bother to check for the bill in the next decade or so, and in return would leave payment in the mailbox in a similarly timely fashion.

in the sink, but in doing so, it unfortunately slipped out of my hand and shattered to shards. Easy enough to clean up, as the mess landed in the sink, except our neighbor informed me that that particular wine glass belonged to his grandmother (it didn’t, I had given them that glass earlier in the year), and he remembered drinking milk from that wine glass as a child while eating cookies (drinking milk from a wine glass? What sort of grandmother did he have, anyway?), and that the glass had been specially imported from Italy and was a priceless family heirloom, The bantering continued. worth at least $300.

Any time one couple helped I told him I’d replace the the other neighbor load or wine glass. He told me he unload something, or loaned preferred the cash. I told him out an item, or helped clear I’d put a check in the mailbox. brush on the other’s property, Actually, I ought to, dated or performed any sort of the “twelfth of never,” of picayune task, we always course, as to my knowledge informed the other that yes he has not peeked inside that indeed, there would be a bill monstrosity for at least a year. awaiting them in the mailbox, I wonder how long it would and that reimbursement take him to find a surprise should be prompt. that I placed there for In other words, the check’s his amusement? in the mailbox.

Last fall, my husband and I were at the neighbors enjoying adult beverages.

After relaxing and visiting for awhile, we decided we had best mosey on home and get something done. I got up, placed my wine glass

Lois Stephens brings personal experience of the aging process to Prime Magazine.

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TOMATOES—POLLINATING, RIPENING AND HARVESTING

By Jan Cashman

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e all know growing tomatoes in our climate with its cold nights is a challenge. It can be hard to get your tomato plants to set fruit and once the little green fruits are set on the plant, they may be slow to ripen. Here are some hints for producing ripe tomatoes in our climate…

1) Early ‘determinate’ tomato plants (Determinate are smaller plants that quit growing and produce fruit all at once) do not need staking and tend to be earlier ripening. There are many good varieties of determinate tomatoes. A few of our favorites include Beaverlodge Slicer, Belii Naliv, Polar Baby, Oregon Spring, and Glacier.

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2) ‘Indeterminate’ plants are vining and need staking.

Some indeterminate plants bear early (Sunsugar cherry, Stupice, Parks Whopper, and Black Krim to name a few) and therefore ripen before fall frost. Indeterminate tomatoes will continue to grow, so, in July, cut back their vines to encourage fruiting.

4) Tomato flowers are ‘perfect’ meaning they include both male and female

parts on the same flower.

But this doesn’t mean all the flowers will pollinate.

Nighttime temperatures below 55 degrees can inhibit pollination and cause the flowers to drop as can hot temperatures over 90. Not enough insects to vibrate the flowers can also inhibit pollination. You can help ensure all flowers are getting pollinated by vibrating them with your fingers or even an old electric toothbrush.

plants by slicing its roots. Keep your shovel at least 8 inches from the plant. Root pruning will encourage the tomatoes that are on the plant to ripen quicker.

8)We cover and protect our producing plants from the first few frosts in the fall. Or you can pull up your plants, roots and all, that have a lot of green tomatoes and hang them in a warm garage or basement to ripen.

10) Be aware that tomatoes 5) Cut back on both water lose flavor quickly when and fertilizer in mid to late stored in the refrigerator. summer so the plant puts its resources towards producing Gardeners use and preserve their flood of late summer and ripening the tomatoes. tomatoes in many ways: I 6) Also, in mid-summer remove wash and cut out stems and flowers and small unripe bad spots and freeze them tomatoes from your plant to in plastic bags. Or can them, put its energies into ripening make salsa, juice, relish, or the bigger tomatoes. It takes 6 spaghetti sauce and enjoy to 8 weeks from flowering till them all winter long. My the tomatoes are ripe. husband Jerry says “Don’t 7) When tomatoes show forget to plant lettuce so a slight red blush, pick the you can make BLT’s.” When fruit. This allows the smaller, our tomatoes are ripe at the green tomatoes on the plant end of August, we eat to ripen. The tomatoes will delicious BLT’s almost every still be sweet if you bring them night. Enjoy! inside to ripen.

8)Cheryl Moore-Gough, Master’s Degree in Plant Science and local gardening author, says it is best to let your tomatoes ripen on the plant outside but if a frost is imminent she recommends ‘root pruning’ your tomato

Jan Cashman has

operated Cashman Nursery in Bozeman with her husband, Jerry, since 1975.

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Old Guy Matters of Principle

By Jim Drummond

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he old guy waterhole was got home from the waterhole, well underway when one of but she said that I’ve been promising all week and I our group rushed in the door.

He commented to all of us, couldn’t leave until the job is “Sorry I’m late fellows, and I done. So I went in the garage, locked the door, turned a can’t stay long.” radio on, and climbed out the Everyone looked at him window.” inquiringly, then somebody Someone asked, “Why didn’t asked, “What’s the rush?” you just fix the blender The old fellow responded, “I instead of sneaking out? It had to sneak out to get here would probably only take a today. When I was getting few minutes.” ready to leave, my wife said that I couldn’t go anywhere until I The first fellow responded, fix her blender that’s sitting “It’s a matter of principle.” on the garage workbench. I Another of the old guys at the told her I would fix it when I waterhole remarked, “I had

to sneak out once last year.

My wife said that her mother was coming to drop off some jam and I needed to be here.

I asked if I could stay home but work in the garage. She said fine, just as long as her mother didn’t think I was avoiding her. I went in the garage, opened the window, and started to climb through but got stuck. I sucked in my stomach, and started to wiggle, then suddenly popped out the other side like a champagne cork. I landed on my head in the flower bed. When I hit the ground I heard a crunch,

and my shoulder felt strange.

You gents probably remember when I tore my rotator cuff last year.”

Somebody responded, “That must have been when you were in a sling for a month. I thought you hurt your shoulder lifting a table saw?”

“That’s only what I told her,” the first fellow responded.

Somebody else asked, “Why didn’t you just stay home and visit with your mother in law?”

“It was a matter of principle,” was the response.

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One of the fellows at the end of the table concurred, “I think everyone needs to have a strong sense of principles. Someday I want to my headstone to say, ‘Here lies a principled man.’

Just a few weeks ago I had to decide between my principles or taking an easy way out. My wife told me that I had to choose between making a colonoscopy appointment, or both of us visiting her sister in Butte. The easiest answer would be to get the colonoscopy, but I know that as a matter of principle I should take an interest in her side of the family.”

“What did you someone asked.

do?”

“I sneaked away and came here,” was the response.

“Did you leave through a garage window?” somebody else queried.

The first old fellow responded, “No, that’s too dangerous. I have a better route out a big second story window, across the porch roof, and down a trellis at the back of the house. Then it’s a pretty quick shot up the alley toward the waterhole.”

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The old fellow at the end of “Did you stick to your the table weighed in, “I had my principles?” somebody principles tested this month. inquired.

My wife said that she wanted “Principles evolve,” a new convection oven. I gave was the response. it some thought. I felt that as a matter of principle we don’t need new kitchen appliances Jim Drummond when the old ones are barely is a retired dented and work just fine. My banker and wife told me that she also has Bozeman native. principles, and as a matter of principle, she is tired of cooking on a 30-year-old range. She made it quite clear, as a matter of principle, that

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Active Aging Community Connection Series Guest column by Jamie Saitta, Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department & Cheryl Bartholomew, Chairperson for Age Friendly Bozeman

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he Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department and Age Friendly Bozeman will offer a series of presentations for people ages 55 and better in Story Mill Community Park during the month of May. The series is called Community Connection.

The presentations will align with the Older Americans Month 2021 theme, “Communities of Strength” and will focus on providing information about upcoming Parks and Recreation Department community projects, Active Aging Fitness Programs, and will provide

information on resources and services targeting the interests and or needs of the mature adult population.

Presentations will be held outdoors in Story Mill Community Park on Tuesdays from 11:30am – 12:30pm. Registration is required in advance by calling the Parks and Recreation Department office at (406) 582-2290. Presentations will be cancelled no later than 5 p.m. the previous day if the minimum requirement for attendance has not been met or if the forecast calls for inclement weather.

Group sizes will be limited and all safety and health protocols required by the Gallatin City County Health Department will be diligently followed.

We hope you will join us throughout the month of May. We welcome you to share this information with friends, family, colleagues and neighbors who might be interested in attending these events.

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Date

Day and Time

Topic

May 4th

Tuesday 11:30am-12:3.0pm

Community Growth and Opportunities View the display of innovative designs created by the MSU Community Design Architecture Department in partnership with the Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department and Age Friendly Bozeman for a proposed option for public buildings to address COVID related issues with adequate space and improved ventilation as well as universal design that promotes access and participation for persons of all ages and abilities. This opens the door to more intergenerational and wellness programming opportunities to enhance quality of life and unity in our community for all generations. We welcome your input and ideas.

May 11th

Tuesday 11:30am-12:30pm

Parks, Recreation, Trails and Active Transportation Plan Update Join Addi Jadin, Parks Planning and Development Manager, to learn about the upcoming update of the Parks, Recreation, Trails and Active Transportation plan that will shape the future of parks and recreation in our community and how you can be involved!

May 18th

Tuesday 11:30am-12:30pm

Walk the Talk Discover the benefits of walking with poles, presented by Cheryl Bartholomew, Senior Fitness Instructor and Certified Nordic Pole Walking Instructor. The demonstration will be followed by a brief walk around the park and a 15 minute pole assisted guided stretch routine. A limited number of walking poles will be available, or bring your own.

May 25th

Tuesday 11:30am-12:30pm

What is Functional Fitness and why is it important? Functional fitness is training that prepares the body for real life movements and activities. It is accomplished by working multiple muscle groups at the same time.

The body and brain work together to enhance mobility, improve balance and posture and reduce your risk of injury. It promotes independence and enables us to experience a higher quality of life as we age. This is a fun introduction to basic functional fitness movement.

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Look at Your Financial Situation Holistically

By Nathan M. Kirby

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hat’s the biggest financial mistake you can make? Choosing the wrong investments? Waiting too long to save for retirement?

Underestimating the costs of retirement? All these are reasonable answers, but the biggest mistake you might make is not looking at your financial picture holistically – that is, not bringing into the picture all the elements of yourself. Let’s consider some of them:

financial support you’re willing to provide for things such as the down payment on a new home. And when you’re drawing up your estate plans, you’ll need to consider how to distribute assets to your children, grandchildren or other family members.

• Your personal beliefs – As someone with civic, ethical and moral concerns, you want to positively affect the world around you. And that’s why you may feel compelled • Your views on helping to make charitable gifts your family – Your decisions throughout your life and then about helping your family are make philanthropy part of clearly going to be a major your legacy. To accomplish part of your financial strategy these objectives, you’ll want to – and this is true at virtually include gifting techniques in all stages of your life. When your financial strategy today your children are young, and your estate plans for you’ll need to decide if you’re tomorrow. Of course, for the going to put away money for estate planning component, their college education, and, you’ll need to work with your if so, how much, and in what tax and legal advisors. investment vehicles. When • Your purpose in life when you they’re young adults, you may retire – When you retire, you also need to decide how much

may be stepping off a career path, but you’re also entering a world of possibilities. How will you define, and live out, your new sense of purpose at this stage of your life? Do you seek to broaden your horizons by traveling around the world? Do you want to give back more to the community by volunteering?

Can you spend more time pursuing the hobbies you enjoy? Each of these choices will carry different financial implications for how much you’ll need to accumulate for retirement and how much you will need to take out each year from your retirement accounts, such as your IRA and 401(k).

• Your health – Your physical and mental health can play big roles in your financial plans and outlook. On the most basic level, the healthier you are, and the better you take care of yourself, the lower your health care bills will likely

be during retirement, which will affect the amount you need to put away for health care. And you also may need to prepare for the costs of long-term care, which can be enormous – in fact, a private room in a nursing home can easily cost $100,000 per year, according to the insurance company Genworth.

It can be challenging to weave all these elements into a single, unified vision, so you may want to get some help from a financial professional.

But, in any case, be prepared to look at your situation holistically – because, when putting together a lifetime’s financial strategy, every part of your life matters.

Nathan M. Kirby Edward Jones

Financial Advisor

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Bozeman Senior Center Recreation Note: The Bozeman Senior Center will be closed May 31st in observation of Memorial Day The Board meeting is held on the third Friday of each month at 10:00 a.m.

Bozeman Senior Center’s Second Hand Rose is open on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from noon – 3p.m. and Wednesday and Fridays 9:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

The Book Store is open on Tuesdays from noon – 3p.m.

You may now enter through the main entrance in the building on Tuesdays to shop in the bookstore. 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!

Also at the Bozeman Senior Center, you can purchase frozen soups and casseroles. These are in 16 ounce containers and the cost is $1.00. Look at our website www.bozemanseniorcenter.org to find out what is available: it can be Chicken Noodle Soup to Pork Teriyaki over Noodles. Please call the day ahead of time to place your order, then pick them up between 11:00 – 11:30 at the back door near the kitchen. Come in the door and Sarah will accept your money and give you your order. Please pay with cash (exact amount) or check.

Our Bozeman Senior Center Exercise on Zoom We would love to have you join our fitness groups through Zoom.

You must be a current member of the Bozeman Senior Center ($20.00 a year) the fitness fee is $10.00 a month.

Please e-mail the instructor of your choice(s) to find out how to join a class: If you need technical assistance to get on Zoom, please call the Bozeman Senior Center at 586-2421.

A volunteer will call you and try to assist you over the phone.

E-mail the instructor of the course you would like to attend and they will send you the link to join the session. * Strong People with Susie Becker: (M,W,F 8:30 am) Prevent bone loss and increase bone density and muscle mass. Weight training program in which participants start at their own level with the use of hand and leg weights**. Class incorporates stretching. ALL are welcome!

A second Strong Peoples class is coming in January, M, W, F at 10:30. Start date will be announced. Email: susieb@localnet.com *Aerobics with Rina Donaldson: (M,W,F 9:30 am) 35 minutes of aerobics (you’ll get your heart rate up), followed by 10 minutes of strengthening using weights**,

and 15 minutes of stretching.

Physicians recommend 150 minutes of aerobic activity weekly to maintain health. Email: rinadonaldson@hotmail.com

Bozeman Senior Center Travel News

*Yoga and Balance with Melanie Simmerman: (M,W 1:00 pm) ) 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. Email: jennylind50@yahoo.com

Upcoming Trips:

Sun Tai Chi with Pat Holm: (Tuesdays, 11:00a.m.) Designed to relieve arthritic discomfort and achieve greater mobility and balance through the slow, gentle movement of all joints and muscles. Improves balance, coordination, concentration.

It is moderately aerobic.

Recommended to gain and maintain good health. Email: holmrp@yahoo.com Ball with Priscilla Flesch-Birtic: (Tue, Thur 9:30 am) Fun class that emphasizes core strength, balance and upper body strength. Use of large ball**.

Email: pfbroadrunner@yahoo. com ** Equipment can be checked out from the Senior Center. Let the instructor know you need weights or a ball and a time will be scheduled for you to pick up said equipment.

Judy Morrill, Travel Director 14judymorrill@gmail.com 586-2421

*Mackinac Island , the Grand Hotel and Niagara Falls:

October 14 – 21, 202l There may still be room for you.

Deposits were due by April 20.

Check with Judy to see if there are still openings.

International Trips: *Ecuador and Galapagos Islands Cruise

February 15 - 22, 2022 Fly to Quito, Ecuador. Spend four nights aboard MV Galapagos Legend. Travel to Rabida Island, Isabela Island and Santa Cruz

Island. Cost of the trip depends on the cabin category you choose.

*Italian Vistas: March 5 - 17, 2022 Fly to Rome, for 13 day trip Spend nights in Rome, Sorrento, the Isle of Capri, Florence, and Venice.

*Scandinavia: Brochure not available yet.

Late summer, 2022

Summer Day Trips

Still in the planning stages For more information on any of these trips, call the Bozeman Senior Center, 586-2421 and ask for Judy, or send an e-mail to: 14judymorrill@gmail.com

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Meal Service in Senior Centers:

Belgrade Menu

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!

3 - Salad, Meat Ball Stroganoff, With Noodles, Vegetable, Dessert 4 - Salad, Shepherd’s Pie, Vegetable, Dessert 5 - Salad, Pork Enchiladas, Vegetable, Dessert 6 - Salad, Meat Loaf, Potatoes, Vegetable, Dessert 7 - Salad, Chicken Alfredo, Pasta, Vegetable, Dessert 10 - Salad, Goulash, Vegetable, Dessert 11 - Salad, Tator Tot Casserole, Vegetable, Dessert 12 - Salad, Baked Potato Bar, Vegetable, Dessert 13 - Salad, Chicken Sandwich, Vegetable, Dessert 14 - Salad, Tuna & Noodles, Vegetable, Dessert 17 - Salad, Fish & Chips, Vegetables, Dessert 18 - Salad, Salisbury Steak, Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert 19 - Salad, Hot Turkey Sandwich, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert 20 - Salad, Brats & Tots, Vegetables, Dessert 21 - Salad, Beef & Cheese Burrito, Refried Beans, Dessert 24 - Salad, Chef Salad, Dessert

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

4 - Green Salad, Spaghetti, Garlic Bread, Vegetables, Sherbet 5 - Fruit, Baked Potato, Sour Cream. Bacon, Cheese, Onions, Broccoli, Cookies 6 - Mother’s Day Dinner – Whipped Mandarin Salad, Turkey,

Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Vegetables, Lemon Meringue Pie

11 - Pickled Beets, Philly Cheese Steak, Chips, Vegetables, Pudding 12 - Green Salad, ½ Roast Beef Sandwich, Ham & Bean Soup, Crackers, Pickle, Fruit 13 - Jell-O, Chicken Cordon Bleu, Rice, Vegetables, Brownie 18 - Cole Slaw, Baked Beans, Polish/Sauerkraut Dogs, Vegetables, Coffee Cake 19 - Water Melon, Chicken Sandwich, Tots, Vegetables, Cookie 20 - Green Salad, Meat Loaf, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Vegetables, Carrot Cake 25 - Fruit, Cheeseburger, Sweet Potato Fries, Vegetables, Pudding 26 - Green Salad, Tomato,/Basil Soup, ½ Turkey/Swiss, Chips, Fruit 27 - 3 Bean Salad, Vegetables, Honey Dijon Chicken, Dinner Roll, Chocolate Cake

Three Rivers Senior Menu

19 East Cedar St., Three Forks • 285-3235 • Director: Jean Farnam • 570-0800

25 - Salad, Chicken Fried Steak, Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert 26 - Salad, Hamburger Gravy, Rice, Vegetables, Dessert

4 - Green Salad, Chicken and Rice, California Style Vegetables, Pudding

27 - Salad, Breakfast Casserole, Vegetables, Dessert

5 - Salad, Roast Beef, Potatoes, Green Beans, Ice Cream

28 - Salad, Cheeseburgers, Tator Tots, Vegetables, Dessert

6 - Cranberry Pecan Slaw, Goulash, Corn, Pickled Beets, Apple Crunch

31 - Closed Memorial Day

11 - Green Salad, Ham and Scalloped Potatoes, Broccoli, Chocolate Cake

West Yellowstone Senior Center

12 - Cucumber/Onion Salad, Tater Tot Casserole, Corn, Ice Cream

5 - Green Salad, Chicken Ala King, Egg Noodle, Biscuit, Cake

18 - Tacos, Refried Beans, Tater Tots, Pudding

7 - Green Salad, Country Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Biscuit, Brownie 12 - Green Salad, Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Tater Tots, Bun, Cake

13 - Cherry Salad, Sweet and Sour Pork, Rice, Peas, Peach Pie

19 - Applesauce, Pork Roast, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Ice Cream

14 - Green Salad, Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Italian Vegetables, Garlic Toast, Brownie

20 - Italian Pasta Salad, Bourbon Chicken, Noodles, Green Beans, Lemon Bar

19 - Green Salad, Sweet and Sour Chicken, Asian Vegetables, Chow Mein Noodles, Cake

25 - Watermelon Salad, Chef Salad, Bread Stick, Jell-O with Fruit

21 - Green Salad, Chili, Mac and Cheese, Corn, Corn Bread, Brownie 26 - Pot Roast, Pot Roast Vegetables, Biscuit, Brownie 28 - Green Salad, Lasagna, Italian Vegetables, Garlic Toast, Cake

26 - Coleslaw, Cod, Baked Potato, Mixed Vegetables, Ice Cream 27 - Green Salad, Pepper Steak, Rice, Spinach, Cherry Cheese Cake

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Bozeman Menu

807 North Tracy • (406) 586-2421 • www.bozemanseniorcenter.org Shannon Bondy, shannon@bozemanseniorcenter.org (Executive Director) Kristi Wetsch, krisi@bozemanseniorcenter.org (Director Program & Marketing) There are no meals served at the center so these meals will be delivered to anyone 60 or over who live in the city limits or you can pick up your meal. You need to call before 4:00 the preceding day. You can pick up the meal at 10:45 a.m. We will send you an invoice at the end of the month. Call us at 586-2421 to get on the schedule to start eating “Fay’s Fabulous Food.”

Call us at 586-2421 to get on the schedule to start eating “Fay’s Fabulous Food.”

The cost of the meal is a suggested donation of $4.00 for people 60 and over.

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

3 - Mixed Fruit, Hamburger Gravy over Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Vegetables, Bread, Vanilla Pudding 4 - Tossed Salad, Orange Beef Teriyaki, Steamed Rice, Egg Roll, Lemon Cake with Frosting 5 - Cottage Cheese with Fruit, Chicken Enchilada Casserole, Mexi Corn, Corn Bread 6 - Mother’s Day Lunch, Spinach Salad, Sliced Turkey, Mashed Sweet Potato, Green Beans, Roll, Cherry Mousse 7 - Fresh Fruit, Meatball Sub, Pasta Salad, Chips, Cookie 10 - Marinated Vegetables, Spaghetti and Meatballs, Green Beans, Garlic Bread, Jell-O Cup 11 - Caesar Salad, Roast Chicken, Spinach Parmesan Linguini, Steamed Vegetables, Dinner Roll, Pistachio Torte 12 - Chicken Noodle Soup, ½ Reuben, Chips, Vegetables with Dip, Peaches and Cream 13 - Cole Slaw, BBQ Pork Sandwich, Fresh Fruit, Apple Pie 14 - Fresh Fruit, Taco Salad, Spanish Rice, Chips and Salsa, Butterscotch Pudding 17 - Mandarin Oranges, Chicken Fried Steak, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Buttered Corn, Biscuit w/ Honey 18 - Tossed Salad, Meatloaf, Twice Baked Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Cookie 19 - Mixed Fruit, Chicken & Mushrooms over Bowtie Pasta, Steamed Vegetables, Bread, Devils Food Cake 20 - Fresh Fruit, Beef Pasty with Gravy, Steamed Carrots, Dinner Roll, Jell-O Cup 21 - Pineapple, Turkey on Focaccia Sandwich, Bowtie Pasta Salad, Chips, Cupcake 24 - Peaches, Chicken Alfredo, Steamed Broccoli, Bread Stick, Pumpkin Pie 25 - Tossed Salad, 5 Bean Salad, Steamed Vegetables, Biscuit, Mixed Fruit 26 - Mixed Fruit, Italian Sausage with Bowtie Pasta, Steamed Vegetables, Bread Stick, Yogurt 27 - Cottage Cheese, Chicken Fried Rice, Stir Fry Vegetables, Egg Roll, Fortune Cookie 28 - Fresh Fruit, Cheeseburger, Seasoned Fries, Pasta Salad, Turtle Brownie 31 - Closed

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