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Creating Community
February 2021
Mary Ann Young Center 9150 Central Avenue NE Blaine, MN 55434
Contact MAYC Staff 763-786-9375 MAYC@BlaineMN.gov Monday - Friday, 8AM to 4:30PM
Mission Statement To enrich the lives of older adults by providing educational, recreation, nutritional, social, informational, and volunteer opportunities in a relaxed, friendly environment.
Stay Connected Are you on our email and phone list? Call 763-786-9375 to make sure MAYC staff have your most recent contact information. Follow or like BlaineParksMN on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
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Mary Ann Young Center In-Person Programming Returns With the easing of restrictions on indoor gatherings, the Mary Ann Young Center is able to bring back some inperson activities. Limited in person programming started on January 19. Check this issue of the MAYCConnect for classes and activities that will be offered and the safety protocols that are in place. Programs will include fitness classes, tax preparation help, and more. We know that many are not ready to return for in person programming. To try to offer everyone the opportunity to connect, virtual programs will also continue until further notice. We look forward to continuing to connect with you virtually, by phone, or now in person. Please note that these activities are limited in size and a reservation is necessary. A face mask must be worn at all times while in the MAYC. The City of Blaine will continue to follow all State of Minnesota guidelines for in person programming and program offerings are subject to change.
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For more information and updates, visit BlaineMN.gov/MAYC.
COVID-19 Vaccine Information The Minnesota Department of Health along with local providers are coordinating the COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Minnesota. Recently the State of Minnesota opened nine community vaccinations sites around the state. Anyone age 65 or older may sign up for an appointment at one of these sites. However, demand is expected to far exceed the number of doses available.
Address Service Requested
Mary Ann Young Center 9150 Central Avenue NE Blaine MN 55434
To attempt to sign up for a vaccine appointment visit BlaineMN.gov/MNVaccine or call 612-426-7230. If the City of Blaine has any city vaccine distribution related information to share, the City will use the CivicReady emergency notification system. If you receive the recorded phone calls from the Mary Ann Young Center you are already signed up for this system. If you need to signup, visit BlaineMN.gov/CivicReadySignup. To learn more about the City of Blaine’s COVID-19 response, visit BlaineMN.gov/COVID19. Please note that this vaccine related information was current as of January 19 and is subject to change.
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MAYC Zoom Activities
Beth Weber at the MAYC Food Drive
If you have a smart phone, tablet, or computer you can connect virtually and socialize or participate in MAYC Zoom activities.
Ongoing Each Month North Country Jamboree Tuesday, February 10 and Wednesday, February 24, 2:30pm The North Country Jamboree will be performing familiar country music. Connect on the MAYC zoom link and enjoy a live performance of classic country music by the jamboree group. MAYC Zoom News and Chat Wednesdays, February 10 and 17, 10am and February 3, 2:30pm MAYC Zoom Sing-a-Long - Monday, February 8, 10am Wheel of Fortune MAYC Style Tuesday, February 16, 10am Need Help Setting Up or Navigating Zoom on Your Device Thursday, February 11 and 18, 2-4pm Each zoom activity will use the same link, BlaineMN.gov/SeniorZoom. Join simply by going to that link and Zoom will automatically open. If you prefer to join through the Zoom app use meeting id: 917 554 445 89 with the passcode: 9150.
February is American Heart Month The federally designated event reinforces the importance of heart health and the need for more research, with a reminder to get families, friends and communities involved. It is a tradition that is over half a century strong. Cardiovascular disease (heart disease and stroke combined) kills about 2,300 a day. Consider the facts: • Heart disease kills more people than all forms of cancer combined. • Heart attacks affect more people every year than the entire population of Hennepin County. • 83 percent believe that heart attacks can be prevented but are not motivated to do anything. • 72 percent of Americans do not consider themselves at risk for heart disease. The good news is that heart disease is preventable in most cases with healthy choices, which include not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, controlling blood sugar and cholesterol, treating high blood pressure, getting at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity a week and getting regular checkups. For more information on heart health go to Heart.org.
Pack the Bus
Curbside Food Drive, Thursday, January 28, 12:30-2:30pm Local food shelves are seeing increased demand and we want to help. Help us to fill the MAYC bus with food donations. Wear a mask, drop off your donations curbside at the MAYC, and help those in need during this cold winter season.
Yabba-Dabba-Do: The Fantastic World of Hanna-Barbera February 18, 7pm Have a yabba-dabba-do time with Fred and Barney, Scooby-Doo, Yogi Bear, and all your other favorite cartoon characters as Movie Man Eric Houston takes you on a journey through the career of TV animation pioneers William Hanna and Joseph Barbera. You will see how the duo started out making the Tom and Jerry cartoons, revolutionized animation by bringing it to prime-time television with the Flintstones, and continued on to create dozens of beloved characters. You do not want to miss this chance to relive Saturday morning all over again. To watch live on YouTube, visit BlaineMN.gov/MovieManEric.
Income Tax Assistance The Mary Ann Young Center has partnered with AARP and the IRS to offer income tax assistance to Anoka County residents with low to moderate income. If you are in need of assistance to complete your income taxes, starting on February 2 you can call the MAYC at 763-786-9375 to register for an appointment. Once you have made a reservation, you will need to pick up a packet located in a box outside the south central door #2 between the hours of 9AM-4PM Monday – Friday. The packet must be completed in its entirety and brought to your scheduled appointment. This year, the service will entail scanning your tax documents, which will be returned immediately to you. Your taxes will be prepared virtually. One week later, you will return to sign and pick up your completed return. Additional details and safety precautions will be given when you schedule your appointment with MAYC staff.
Live 2B Healthy Senior Fitness A certified instructor will help participants improve their balance and strength in these classes. The classes are free to Silver Sneakers and Silver & Fit members. Other insurance providers may also offer discounts. For more information, call Greg at 612-481-7274. Virtual Zoom Classes Those currently participating via zoom are encouraged to continue to do so. Virtual fitness classes are held Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 10AM. In-Person Classes at the MAYC For those without the ability to participate via zoom, classes will be offered at MAYC on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 1:15PM, check in at 1PM. Equipment will be sanitized and available to check out and take home. Participants are responsible for cleaning and bringing assigned equipment to each class. Registration is limited to nine participants. If more than nine people register for classes, a rotation system will be used. Register today at BlaineMN.gov/Register.
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AARP Driver Safety Refresher Classes Online course available for discounts on vehicle insurance for those 55+, call 1-800-350-7025 or visit AARPDriverSafety.org.
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Thank You Memorial donations were received from of the families of: • •
Benita Gregerson Mel Boerner
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Linda Heir
Thank you for thinking of the Mary Ann Young Center. Your donations are very much appreciated.
Thinking of You On the Mend We wish you the best in your recovery. • •
Marge Gillan Shirley Knoll
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Louie Kropelnicki Judy Seigler
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See Calendar for Dates/Times
Dave Slovensky Walt Struss
Sympathy Our sympathy goes out to the following families who recently experienced the loss of a loved one. • Gen Bialke age 89, former senior diner and grandmother of Kristeen Kirchoff. • Ginette Lleo age 89, originally from France, enjoyed socializing with everyone. • Elmer Herr age 88, cribbage player-survived by loving wife, Jane. • Gladys Holm age 93, former senior diner, line dancer and cribbage player. • John Skinkle age 77, survived by loving wife, Pat. • Janet Strauss age 75 survived by loving husband, Mike. • Larry Tigue age 72, former MAYC king and bingo caller, survived by loving wife, Jane. Celebration of Life to be held in the spring.
ACCAP Chores and More This is your one stop shop for minor home repairs, housekeeping, and seasonal chores such as snow removal. For more details, contact Kayla at 763-783-4767, or email kfanum@accap.org, or visit ACCAP.org. ACCAP Senior Outreach Worker Available/Energy Assistance Program For assistance, contact Lisa 763-783-4741 ext. 3, or email ldesrosier@accap.org, or visit ACCAP.org. Anoka County Library Computer Help Help for beginning computer users including internet searching, safety, and security. For more information and to register, visit AnokaCountyLibrary/ AnokaCountyLibraryComputerSkillsCenter.org or email aclref@co.anoka.mn.us. Family Caregiver Connection Virtual and phone programs include Caregiver Support Group, Memory Cafe, and Respite. For more information, contact Jill at 763-324-1831. Foot Care Appointments available at the MAYC. Cost is $25. Bring a towel. Face masks are required at all times while in the MAYC. Call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/ByAppointment. Home Movie Transfer Blaine residents can drop off VHS tapes, 8mm film reels, 16mm film reels, or slides of personal home movies/photos at MAYC. North Metro TV will transfer the content to a DVD and return everything to MAYC for pickup about one month later. See dates on the calendar and call 763-786-9375 or visit BlaineMN.gov/ByAppointment to set up an appointment to drop off materials. Mid-MN Legal Aid Call MAYC at 763-786-9375 to set up a phone appointment. Appointments must be made at least 72 hours in advance. Minnesota Energy Assistance Program Available from October 2020 - May 2021. Applications are available at BlaineMN.gov/ MNEnergyProgramsApp. Call Anoka County Community Action Program at 763-783-7471, ext 3. Minnesota State Services for the Blind Call Paul at 651-539-2328 or Ed at 651-539-2324. Property Tax Assistance For updates, call 763-324-1480 or visit AnokaCounty.us/725/ Retired-Senior-Volunteer-Program. Senior Companion Phone reassurance (companion visits) or virtual visits offered by Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota. Contact Terry Hollingsworth at 651-310-9459 or email Terry. Hollingsworth@LSSMin.org. Senior Linkage Line A link to a local aging expert by calling 1-800-333-2433 or 763-324-1480.
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February Activities Calendar Sunday
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10am Fitness (Zoom) 11am-12pm Respite (Zoom) 1-2pm Fitness (MAYC Register) 2-4pm Caregiver Support (Phone) Home Movie Transfer Drop Off (MAYC Appt)
10am Fitness (Zoom) 10am-12pm Caregiver Group (Zoom) 11am-1pm Legal Aid (Phone Appt) 1-2pm Fitness (MAYC Register) Home Movie Transfer Drop Off (MAYC Appt)
10am-12pm Memory Café (Zoom) 10:30am-12:30pm Tech Lab (MAYC Appt) 2:30pm News & Views Chat Session (MAYC Zoom) Home Movie Transfer Drop Off (MAYC Appt)
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9:30am-4pm Library/ Puzzle Browse/ Pickup (MAYC Appt) 10am Fitness (Zoom) 10am-12pm Caregiver Group (Zoom) 1-2pm Fitness (MAYC Register) 2-4pm Zoom Tutorials (MAYC Phone Appt)
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10am-12pm Memory Café (Zoom) 2:30pm Jamboree (MAYC Zoom) Home Movie Transfer Drop Off (MAYC Appt)
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MAYC Phone Appt - Call 763-786-9375 MAYC Registration Required- BlaineMN.gov/MAYCRegister MAYC Zoom - BlaineMN.gov/SeniorZoom Youtube - BlaineMN.gov/MovieManEric Full Activities Calendar - BlaineMN.gov/MAYCCalendar
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