SEPTEMBER 2016,Vol.33 No.9
Mission Statement We are dedicated to the enrichment of the lives of older adults and their families by providing diverse programs, social services and volunteer opportunities.
City of Stoughton Open House September 29 3:00-7:00 PM Join us at the Stoughton Utilities parking lot for the Annual City Open House Carnival! All City Departments will be present to answer questions. Join in on fun carnival games, and win fun prizes. Enjoy coney dogs and live music!
PURPOSE
LEARNING
248 W. M AIN S T • S TOUGHTON W ISCONSIN 53589 • 608-873-8585 • www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior
Services:
Stoughton Area Senior Center
Case Management
Equipment Loan Closet
Stoughton, Towns of Albion & Dunkirk The Case Management program links older adults with services available to help them remain as independent as possible in their own homes and community. Our Senior Center’s case managers are devoted to coordinating, evaluating and advocating for such services to meet each individual’s needs and preferences. Call 873-8585 to schedule an appointment. If you live in Dunn, Pleasant Springs or Rutland case management services are provided by the McFarland Senior Outreach, (608) 838-7117.
Equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers and other items may be checked out on a short-term basis to those residing in our case management service area (Stoughton, Town of Albion and Town of Dunkirk). Call or stop in for details. Monetary donations accepted.
Transportation: General
Veterans Assistance
FDS Enterp. City Cab/Lift Equipped Van Contact: 873-7233 RSVP Driver Program Donation-based transportation for medical appointments; first time users please call ASAP with appt. information. Rides are based on driver availability. Call: Richard Hoffman 873-6112 between the hours of 9AM and 4PM
Nutrition Programs Meals are served at the Center or delivered to homebound individuals every weekday. Please see page 5 for details on the nutrition meal site and home delivered meals service.
A representative is available for appointments. Please call (608) 266-4158 to schedule an appointment.
Experience Works Unemployed individuals 55 and over with low income who are seeking employment or job training. Call 608-646-0409 for information.
Meal Site & Shopping
Foot Care Clinic
Transit Solutions Inc./Lift Equipped Van Call 873-8585 to make a reservation: • Stoughton Area Senior Center Meal Site Ride to noon lunch, Monday - Friday Donation $.50 each way or $1 round trip. • Tuesday thru Friday Grocery Shopping Ride to Pick ’n Save/Walmart in Stoughton Time: 10:30 AM or 11:30 AM; Donation $2.00 round trip. No one will be denied rides to the meal site or to the grocery store based on their ability to donate. • Mall Shopping, 2nd & 4th Fridays $3.00 Trips rotate between various malls in Madison: See Activity Calendar for monthly locations. Time: 9:30 AM home pick up; 1:15 PM return.
3rd Monday, 12:30 - 3:30 PM 4th Tuesday, 8:30 AM -11:30 AM Call 873-8585 for an appointment. Cost $20. For Diabetic Foot Care Appointments: $30
Blood Pressure Readings No appointments needed-Last Thursday of the month 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM-Check calendar. 2
Attorney Hours at the Senior Center Local Estate Planning and Elder Law Attorney, Eric Christoffersen, assists older local clients. As a service to the Stoughton Community, Attorney Christoffersen will not charge you for meeting with him at the Stoughton Senior Center. You may be offered the option of retaining his law firm (for a fee) if additional work is required on your matter. Phone: 608-662-0440 Email: edc@dfgrams.com 3rd Monday of the month at the Senior Center
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Classes/Groups: Senior Center Please see the Activity Calendar on page 13 for exact dates and times of the following programs. You may call the Senior Center Receptionist at (608) 873-8585 for further information.
Social & Recreation
Fitness & Wellness Chair Exercise, $2/class Mon. Wed. Fri. 8:00 AM Chair Massage Every third Tuesday of the month. Prices: $25 for 15 minutes and $40 for 30 minutes Gentle Yoga/Over 50, Off Site Suggested donation $3-$10 Tue. & Fri. 9:00AM, at Covenant Lutheran Church Line Dancing Join Us! Free Tuesdays 2:30 PM Ping Pong, Free Mondays 3:00 PM Doubles: Wednesday 3:00 PM Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM
Bridge, Free Mon. & Thurs. 9:30 AM Tai Chi $7/class, Mon. 10:30 AM Beginner Tai Chi $7/class ,Thurs. 10:30 AM Tai Chi –Advanced $10/class. Mon. & Th. 1:00 PM
Bunco, $1.00 First Tues. of the month
UW Nutrition Education, Free Coming this Fall 11:30 AM
Community Bingo, $1 3rd Wed. 1:00 PM Stoughton Meadows
Wii Bowling or League Free Main Floor– Mondays 10:00 AM Zumba 5:00 PM Wednesdays $5.00 per class, Main Level
Classes & Skill Development Computer/Tech Help Tues. & Thurs., 9:00 - 11:30 AM or by appointment, morning or afternoon. Come with your computer or tech questions. We have 4 computers, 3 iPads & WiFi.
Painting Group, Sept thru May Thur., 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Free at Vennevoll Clubhouse
Handiwork, Free Mon., 1:00 - 3:30 PM Bring your current handiwork project & join the conversation.
Wood Carving, Thru Madison College Thur., 8:00 - 12:00 PM
Norwegian Language Class Wed., 9:00 - 11:00 AM No registration needed $10/class New students welcome!
Rosemaling Group, Free Wed., 9:15AM Norwegian Paint
Wood Shop, Free Must take a safety course to use the shop.
Canasta, Free Tues. 2:00 PM Chess, Free Fri. 10:00 AM
Cribbage Free Every Monday 1:00 PM Dime Jingle 2nd Wed. 1 PM Euchre 4th Saturday, 7:00 PM Over the Hill Bingo 4th Tues. 1:00PM Bring a “White Elephant” prize Ping Pong, Free Monday 3:00 PM Doubles: Wed. 3:00 Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM Pool Tables—Free/Daily Sheepshead, Thurs. 1:30 PM to 4:15 PM Train Dominoes, Free Thursday 1:00 PM
Creative Writing Class, Free Last Tues. of month at 1:00 PM
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News: Case Management Information SEPTEMBER IS SENIOR CENTER MONTH: Why have Senior Centers? Reaching retirement age; be it 62, 65, or 67, may be seen as the magic time when a person’s life can become one of fun and relaxation. No more having to get up and get to work at a certain time every day. For some, not having a work schedule to follow becomes boring fast. What to do with all the free time becomes a problem. For others, being on limited funds takes away some of the fun times they always thought they would be able to enjoy. If health is an issue the free time becomes Dr.’s visits, which are no fun at all. Wading through the various insurance and Medicare regulations and options is more work than work ever was. Where to go, who to talk to? Friends that one counted on growing old with may have passed or moved. Family may be spread out, separated by many miles. Senior Centers offer a place to meet new people with similar interests. Stop in the Senior Center for coffee and a treat. You might end up talking with the Mayor or Police Chief. Maybe a person used to belong to a card group that had to disband. The Senior Center may offer the opportunity to play cards. Remember playing chess, dominoes, bingo, bunco, Canasta, Sheepshead, Euchre, Bridge, Cribbage, etc.? Maybe there are games already being played on a weekly basis at the Senior Center. Maybe a new group can be started—gin rummy anyone? To go to a gym may be costly as well as intimidating where all the young women are size 4 and all the men have abs and no paunches. Exercising with people closer together in age or doing line dancing to music with a story may be more inviting. Check out the Chair Stretch, Tai Chi-(beginning or advanced), walking club, ping pong, or Zumba. Meeting with people to discuss a book or write stories or paint or color may be something there was never time for before. 4
Maybe a spouse or other loved one needs a lot of assistance to make it through a day and helping them is important. But you need a place to discuss dealing with the situation and the ramifications of the health issue. Caregiving Support Groups at the Senior Center may provide some answers. Instead of being able to relax, questions about Medicare Benefits, Supplementary Insurance, Medicare D, and budgeting keep you up at night. Programs offered at the Senior Center provide the opportunity to learn about different options without the pressure of dealing one-on-one with an Insurance Representative. Perhaps talking with a person one-on-one who has no vested interest in selling anything can provide some options. Need help applying for FoodShare, BadgerCare, Medicaid, Social Security Benefits, Senior Care Insurance, Medicare D Insurance? Need help with accessing a Food Pantry or another assistance program? Have you received a bill from a hospital or a service provider that you don’t understand? Are you a Veteran and wondering about possible benefits you may be eligible for by virtue of your service? Do you have questions about Power of Attorney options, writing a will, burial trusts? Case Managers at the Senior Center can help make contact with specialists that may meet you at the Center to help you make plans. They can also refer you on to other knowledgeable resources you may need. Find yourself eating alone all the time and sick of making all your own meals? Communal meals at the Senior Center may lead to new acquaintances and new interests. Or, at least, someone to discuss daily news. Also, the Lunch Bunch may offer a place to try with a group that you wouldn’t try by yourself.
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News: Case Management Information Did you bowl but now the ball is too heavy, and besides, who wants to go to an alley alone? Check out Wii Bowling at the Senior Center. What about movies, musical entertainment? Call the Center or check with this newsletter. It’s distributed about town regarding what is going to be happening in the next month at the Center. Did you ever play pool or work with wood? The Senior Center has two pool tables and some nice wood-working equipment. Pass a safety course and there are a number of people who will work with you in the Woodshop. Do you knit, crochet, or do stitching? Do you have an interest in wood carving or rosemaling? Join a group once a week to work on projects and meet people with similar interests. Have you just been diagnosed with Parkinson’s; lost someone close to you; or are losing your vision; have diabetes; or a heart condition? There may be a group of people dealing with the same problems already meeting at the Senior Center. Or, there may be other people that have a similar disability challenging them and a new group can be set up at the Center. Is alcohol a problem for you? AA for older adults meets at the Senior Center once a week. Would you like to do something for someone in your spare time? Volunteer to help deliver Meals on Wheels, lead a discussion group, teach a skill, answer the Senior Center phone, work at packing up lunches to be delivered, serve and clean-up after lunch in the Center kitchen; or help someone pay bills, file important papers, pick up groceries, or play a game with, or just visit. All are needed and greatly appreciated. Do you need to borrow a walker or wheelchair or shower bench, or cane for a few weeks after surgery or an injury? The Senior Center Loan Closet is located upstairs. Incontinence supplies
are available for your personal needs. Do you like to put jigsaw puzzles together? There is always one on the table at the Senior Center. Do you need to have your blood pressure checked or your toenails trimmed and it is not something you can do on your own anymore? The Senior Center has professionals who come to the Center to do that. Do you need a ride to the Grocery Store, the Clinic, etc.? The Center can connect you with possible transportation options that are less expensive than a cab, especially if you have to go out of town. Are you finding you would like to learn how to operate a computer to be able to communicate with friends and family who are far away; or, be able to order goods and supplies without having to go to the stores? The Senior Center has computers you can use and people to help you learn how to use them. Would you like to speak some Norwegian? There is a weekly class at the Senior Center. The above mentioned activities and services are all available at the Stoughton Area Senior Center. There are other activities that occur periodically such as: special entertainment, speakers who come to talk about particular areas of interest: music, history, current events, medical conditions, new technology, resources, and how to obtain them. Interested in a tour of Epic at Verona? Interested in going to a play at the Fireside in Fort Atkinson? September is Senior Center Month – why not come and check it out? Why have a Senior Center? For ALL of the activities and services described above. Written by JoAnn Seymour Case Manager Stoughton Area Senior Center And Senior Adult Extraordinaire
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News: COA & Community Information Commission on Aging Meeting Highlights for August 2, 2016 Meetings are Open to the Public Strategic Plan · Discussed the importance of setting realistic goals. With our current staff capacity it will be difficult to expand services to the extent of the projected demand and need. · COA’s assistance is requested to recruit volunteers to take leadership roles to assist with the work of Committees. · Staff will contact committee members with potential dates for initial meetings. Dementia Friendly Community · The SASC is involved in a committee working to make Stoughton a Dementia Friendly Community. The initiative involves increasing awareness of and decreasing the stigma for those who live with the disease. · The committee will educate local businesses and agencies on how to recognize and best assist someone with dementia and their caregiver; and it hopes to start a Memory Café, a monthly social gathering for individuals with memory loss to visit and share common interests in a relaxed environment. SASC Community Service Project: see p. 12 Legislative Update · Statewide Family Care expansion is set for 2018. COA discussed concerns with service quality when larger companies take over. · City Budget - work to begin
Next meeting: September 6, 11:00 AM, Stoughton Area Senior Center 248 W Main St. Stoughton See the City website for full meeting minutes.
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Stoughton Area Senior Center Facebook Page —Like Us! We would love for you to check out the Senior Center’s Facebook page and help us reach 400 likes! You’ll gain information about current events, view pictures of programs and stay informed as to what’s happening at the Senior Center. Search “Stoughton Area Senior Center” on Facebook. During the month of September if you click ‘like’ you will be entered into a drawing to win $25 chamber dollars.
Lunch Bunch Group Friday, Sept. 9, 11:00 AM Location: Ray’s in Edgerton. Get out and meet new friends or come with a friend. Call the Center to register at 873-8585.
Book Discussion at the Senior Center Wed. Sept. 28, 1:00 PM This month’s book is The Language of Flowers by Venessa Diffenbaugh. Join us for an afternoon discussion group with support from the Stoughton Library every 4th Wednesday of the month at 1:00 PM. For questions, please call 873-6281.
Coffee with Mayor Donna Olson & Laurie Sullivan Stoughton Finance and Economic Development Director Friday, Sept. 9, 9:30 AM
Find out the latest information about our town and ask any questions you may have.
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Monthly Highlights Healthy Living with Diabetes Tuesdays, October 4 thru November 8, 2016 2:30-5 PM at Stoughton Hospital. For more information call 873-6611
Area Support Groups Breast Cancer Support
Multiple Sclerosis Group
For individual support please call Judy at 608-770-7829 at Stoughton Hospital.
2nd Tuesday, 10:00-11:30 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center Mandt Room Contact: 873-8585
Crohn’s, Colitis & IBD 3rd Wednesday of the month at 5:30 PM Stoughton Hospital Board Room. Questions call Marilyn at 873-7928
Dementia Caregiver Support Group 2nd Thursday, 2:00-3:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Contact: 873-8585
Are You Concerned About Falling? Falls are Dane County’s number one cause of injury -related to hospitalization. 40% of those who fall and break a hip end their lives in a nursing home. September is Falls Prevention Month, and we encourage everyone to participate in a falls prevention activity. On Tues., September 20 from 10:30AM – 2:00 PM, adults 60+ can attend “Only Leaves Should Fall”, a half-day falls prevention event that will be held at the Boys and Girls Club of Dane County, 4619 Jenewein Rd., Fitchburg. Please call Safe Communities at 608-4413060 by Monday, September 12 to register. Online registration is also available at http:// www.safercommunity.net/ falls_prevention.php
Older Adult Alcoholics Anonymous To meet with a counselor in Stoughton call Earl German 698-0419 or Tuesdays 2 PM
Parkinson Group 4th Wednesday, 1:30-3PM Stoughton Area Senior Center, Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585
Diabetes Support Group 2nd Monday, 6 PM in the Stoughton Hospital Board Room. Contact Deb at 608628-6500 for more information
Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing DHSODHH@wisonsin.gov (855) 359-5252
Grandparents Raising Relative’s Children 2nd Sat., 10:00 AM -12:00 PM The Rainbow Project Office 831 E. Washington Av. Madison Child care & transportation available to those in need. Contact: Ethel Dunn, 238-8751
Grief Support Group 3rd Wednesday, 3:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Contact: 873-8585 Facilitation provided by Southern Care Hospice
Low Vision Support 3rd Thursday, 1:00 - 2:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585
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SKAALEN RETIREMENT SERVICES
Adriana Jaramillo DDS
Large Enough to Serve ~ Small Enough to Care
For A Lifetime of Dental Health
• Condominium Housing • Assisted Living • Skilled Nursing • Memory Care • Therapy & Wellness Center • Warm Water Therapy Pool
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RHD Plumbing Inc. 400 N. Morris St. • Stoughton, WI 53589 608.873.5651 • www.skaalen.com
873-8903 MP# 7172
McCARTHY NURSING HOME “Serving the Developmentally Disabled for Over Thirty Years”
124 S. Monroe 873-7462
• Frame & Unibody Repair • Insurance Work • Show Quality Paint Jobs • Expert Color Matching • Fiberglass Repair • Glasurit Paint For computerized estimates on all makes & models
608-877-1907 140 West Street • Jeff Gassen
Beautiful and Spacious 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available for those age 55+
Amenities: Free Heat, Storage, Parking, A/C & Dishwasher Included, Same Floor Laundry, Pets Welcome - Some Restrictions Apply Community Room and Resident Activities
608-838-6515
Dennis Thompson to place an ad today! dthompson@4LPi.com or (800) 950-9952 x2470
4809 Dale Street, McFarland, WI 53558 • One Bedroom $740.00, Two Bedroom $865.00 Income restrictions may apply. Professionally managed by Oakbrook Corporation
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Thomas M. Fendrick, Financial Advisor 1609 Hwy 51/138, Ste. 102 Stoughton, WI 53589 Bus. 608-873-8502 TF Fax 877-222-4313 TF. 888-873-8550 www.edwardjones.com
For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com
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Happy Nail Mon-Fri 9am-7pm • Sat 9am-5pm
Sun by Appointment
Get Better, Get Home!
916 Nygaard Lane 873-6635
LIFE CELEBRATION CENTERS
Comprehensive Services: • Focused rehabilitation: Physical, speech, occupational therapy • Medicare/Medicaid certified • 24-Hour skilled nursing care • Person-centered dining • Safe memory care area
Jackson St. & Hwy 51
877-1059
(608) 873-4590 Funeral Directors: Peter Gunderson Dale Holzhuter Mike Smits Mark Linder Dave Gove Assistants: Sara Paton Martha Paton Paul Selbo Skyler Gunderson Beau Cornell
(608) 873-6448
Park Vernon Apartments Elderly (62 years or Better) and Disabled Affordable Housing Pay only 30% of your income when rent-assistance is available
Wisconsin Management Co. A Better Way...Of Living
Walk-ins Welcome
www.gundersonfh.com
800-346-8581 Diaz Roofing Company, L.L.C. Bill & Sherry Cress, Matt Cress, Bill Clark, Jessica Dosch Pharo Connie Bakken - Attendant Locally Owned & Managed
12 Garfield St., Edgerton 608-209-5099 or
608-209-5355 10 Years of Experience
www.CressFuneralService.com Corner of Page & Prospect
873-9244
THOR J. ANDERSON, DDS
1520 Vernon Street Stoughton
• FLAT ROOFS • SHINGLING • TEAR-OFFS • CLEANUP
• NEW CONSTRUCTION • REMODELING
608.873.7277
ALL WORK GUARANTEED
www.yaharadental.com
LICENSED & INSURED
METZLER ROOFING • Near Stoughton Senior Center • Older adults 62+ and disabled persons • 1 & 2 bedroom apartments
1025 Ridgewood Dr Stoughton, WI 53589
Trusted Senior Services
GREENSPIRE APARTMENTS 924 Jackson St.
873-7855
This institution is an equal provider & employer
A DIVISION OF MOYER’S INC.
(608) 873-9490 David W. Nelson www.dwnelsonconcrete.com
873-0736 Cell 279-3569
Stoughton Hospital is committed to providing the personalized healthcare services seniors need and expect. You can trust our experienced team to deliver comprehensive, expert senior care - close to home. And trust us to meet the current and future healthcare needs of our neighbors throughout the Stoughton community.
608.877.1227 608.873.6611 www.stoughtonhospital.com SHORTRIDGE LAW OFFICES, LLC
We sell Pasta Sauce in Bulk for Centers Spaghetti Dinners
Caryl J. Shortridge Attorney at Law Kent Knutson & Phillip Knutson 873-8456 Jessica Knutson: 873-7131
Hanson Electronic LTD
Financial Advisors Member SIPC www.edwardjones.com
2384 Jackson St. Stoughton, WI 53589 Call 608-877-9548
Corporate/LLCs Selling/Buying Commercial Real Estate Estate Planning/Wills • Elder Law Estate and Trust Administration
Call: 608-877-9463
Milton, Wisconsin 608-868-2311 www.shortridgelaw.com caryl@shortridgelaw.com
“Italian and Sicilian Cooking in a Jar” DI SALVO’S SAUCES, LLC.
www.disalvosauces.com Friendly Hometown Service
SERVICE & REPAIR 608-873-8800
1324 Hwy. 51-138
JONATHAN M. HAJNY ATTORNEY AT LAW Ph: 608/877-4081 FAX: 608/877-2582 828 Roby Road Stoughton, WI 53589 hajnylaw@aol.com
Great Waterfront Dining Serving Lunch & Dinner Sunday Breakfast
Nightly Specials 3097 Sunnyside St. (608) 205-9300
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24-Hour Personalized Care Individualized Therapy Services 4502 Milwaukee 450 ee St Madison, WI
608-249-2137 608 137 Visit us at: www.karmenta.com
Wide variety of Home Health Equipment and Lift Chairs
873-3244
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CenterEvents: Educational/Health Zumba Gold
QiGong
The new fall Zumba session will run for 8 weeks beginning on September 21 thru November 16. Preregistration is recommended and the deadline is September 16. The preregister cost will be $32.00. If you choose to do a drop-in the cost will be $5.00 per class. Please sign up at the reception desk.
Fridays, September 9, 16, 23 &30, October 7 & 14, 2:00 PM Join Jo Chern, MA, ACE-CPT QiGong is moving meditation based in Traditional Chinese theories of the vital energy—Qi (chee)—within each of us. Working with breathing, posture and gentle movements called “flows,” QiGong lets each person tap into the body’s potential for physical and mental health. QiGong is easy to learn and adaptable to all levels of ability, age and health. Because it provides a focus of movement, it's a great way for people who find seated meditation a challenge to reach a meditative state. With no equipment and no special clothing to wear, QiGong is exercise for mind, body and spirit that everyone can enjoy.
Reflexology Tuesday, September 19 1:00-3:00 PM Heidi Fromi will provide this form of massage that applies deep pressure to reflex points on the feet. It opens nerve pathways to increase circulation and create a sense of balance within the body. The feet are like a roadmap that connects to organs and glands within the body and by working with the feet it can increase normal f unction and flow. This practice will leave individuals feeling relaxed as the body's natural equilibrium is restored. Prices are $25 for 30 minutes or $45 for 60 minutes. Sign up at the reception desk to secure your appointment.
Chair Massage Tuesday, Sept. 20, 9:00-11:00 AM Massage is offered every third Tuesday of the month. Prices are: $25 for 15 minutes and $40 for 30 minutes. Call to make appointment.
Walking Club Tuesdays, September 13, 20 & 27, 10:00 AM – NOTE NEW DAY AND TIME With the weather cooling off it’s a great time to get outside and get moving. Come meet us at Lake Kegonsa State Park for a walk in one of their marked trails. 10
Photography Group Tuesday, September 27, 10:00-11:00 AM Join Nan Hoffman in forming this new group at the center. Discussion topics will be based on member interest, and may include: camera equipment / lenses, camera settings, computer programs for storing, sharing and editing photos. Guest speakers may be invited. If interested in joining the group, contact Tricia Nicoll at 873-8585.
Exploring World Cultures: Ireland Friday, September 30, 9:00 AM Join Cummins, Inc. employee Angela Taddei as she talks about growing up in Ireland as a first generation immigrant. Her parents’ families moved to Ireland after World War II to open a fish and chip shop. Angela has lived in the US since 1988 when she won her green card in a lottery.
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CenterEvents: Arts & Entertainment Friday Movie Friday, Sept. 2, 1:00 PM Miracles from Heaven Rated PG Based on the true story of a 10 year old girls medical miracle.
Classic Movie Friday Friday, Sept. 16, 1:00 PM Vertigo Hitchcock's romantic story of obsession, manipulation and fear.
Summer Picnic and Entertainment Wednesday, September 7, 11:30AM-1:00 PM Join the staff at the Senior Center for the annual summer picnic. Start out at 11:30 AM by taking a musical voyage to the islands and hear the fascinating story of the steel drum with Bahama Bob. From traditional island songs to the upbeat sounds of Calypso, this is a program will take you on an “instant vacation"! At noon, enjoy a picnic lunch including brats, baked beans, macaroni salad, watermelon and root beer floats to top it off! RSVP by noon on September 6th. For Meals on Wheels see pg. 15.
Stoughton Senior Center Fireside Trip November 17th For Information, Registration & Payment Call: Sugar River Senior Center P.O. Box 267, Belleville WI 53508 (608) 424-6007 Next Trip: FIRESIDE CHRISTMAS Reservations needed by October 7th
Art Program with Michael Hecht: Monet and the Impressionists Fri., September 16, 9:00 AM The discussion will also include the American Impressionists and the Life Magazine photographers.
Music Appreciation Series Is Back! Free and open to the public. The sessions are organized by John Beutel, supported by the Stoughton Area Senior Center, a generous grant by the Bryant Foundation and donations from class participants. Come and learn more about music. Sept. 19 at the Opera House 3:00 PM Sept. 26 at the Senior Center 3:00 PM
Stoughton Opera House Tour Wed., Sept. 28, 1:30 PM Join Opera House staff for a free informative tour about the Opera houses’ past, present and future.
Travelogue: The Grand Canyon Wed., September 28, 3:00 PM Part travelogue, part documentary, this mesmerizing video enfolds viewers in the Grand Canyon’s natural splendor of four seasons, filmed by expert cinematographer Bruce Aiken.
Through the AgesFamily Movie Viewing Friday, September 30, 1:00 PM This month you and your family members, grandchildren, and friends are welcome to join us to watch The Peanuts Movie. Beat the heat, snack on some popcorn and spend time with those that you love! There is no cost for this event and everyone is welcome! Donations are welcome.
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CenterEvents: Month’s Highlights We are fortunate to have wonderful business and individuals in the area that contribute to our mission of helping to enrich the lives of older adults and their families. During National Senior Center month we’d like to pause and thank a few groups for their continued support. Please stop into the Senior Center and sign our ‘thank you’ cards for these individuals/groups. Fosdals Bakery – Did you know that Fosdals has been providing us with donuts EVERY day for the ENTIRE year that the Senior Center is open?! On average they provide almost 7,500 donuts annually to the participants, guests and visitors that come to the Senior Center. Dr. Bernard Micke with the Wisconsin Medical Project The Wisconsin Medical Project (WMP) started in 2003 and provides humanitarian aid to hospitals and clinics in Cuba and Africa. Dr. Micke has been coming to Stoughton and other areas throughout Dane County on a monthly basis, picking up donated wheelchairs, crutches, canes and other requested supplies. These items are then inspected and ensured to be in working order and sent off to the various locations. We appreciate the time Dr. Micke takes to keep those unused items out of landfills and to bring them to those in need! Food Pantry & Dan Metz – When the Food Pantry receives more food than they can use, they drop it off here so that it doesn’t go to waste. Also, each week Dan Metz makes several deliveries to the Senior Center and to other locations in town with items area groceries would otherwise throw away. Countless people have benefited from Dan and food pantry volunteers’ kindness and the time they spend picking up and dropping off baked goods, vegetables, fruit and other items. 12
RadioShack - The Stoughton Area Senior Center has been participating in a fundraising project sponsored by the National Council on Aging (NCOA) and Cellular Recycler that recycles unwanted cell phones, laptops, cameras, mp3 players and video game consoles. The donations help the environment by keeping harmful chemicals out of our landfills and 90% of all proceeds have benefited our Senior Center. Since beginning in August 2006 we have collected over 1,000 cell phones and have raised over $9,800! Our success is due to our giving community members, and especially from the support of Dan Hanson of Hanson Electronics/ RadioShack of Stoughton, who supplies us with boxes of their customers’ unwanted cell phones. We are thankful for Dan Hanson and all other contributors for their support!
Bean Bag Toss-Cornhole Mon., Sept. 12 & 26, 11:00 AM Starting this month come and join us the 2nd and 4th Mondays to play Bean Bag Toss (aka Cornhole). This lawn game has players take turns throwing bags of corn (or beans) at a raised platform with a hole in the far end. A bag in the hole scores 3 points, while one on the platform scores 1 point. Come join the fun!
Dance Lessons Sundays, Sept.11, 18 & 25, October 2, 9 & 16 1:00-2:00 PM at the Stoughton Youth Center Join Marlene Cordes with DanceNow DanceEasy. We will only work on 2-3 dances in this 6 week session; some dance choices include Swing, Salsa, Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango and Country. Those registered as couples are not required to switch partners during class. Singles can switch among themselves. The nonfundable fee is $47 per person. There will be no make-ups for missed classes. Please contact Tricia Nicoll to sign up, or for more information prior to September 8 . 873-8585
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WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
SEPT. 2016 FRIDAY
2 VA Assistance 8:00 Chair Stretch Doors Open 7 PM 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Chess 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi 10:30 Ping Pong New Players 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:00 Movie Welcome! 1:30 Sheepshead
Saturday Euchre 1 8:00 Woodcarving Sept. 24 9:00 Computer Help
Saturday Mornings Opened By Volunteers 9 AM to 11AM
5 STAFF HOLIDAY Center Open by Volunteers 9AM to 11AM
6 9:00 Computer Help 11:00 COA Meeting 1:00 Bunco 2:00 AA 2:00 Canasta 2:30 Line Dancing
7 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian 9:15 Rosemaling 11:30 Music and Picnic 3:00 Ping Pong 5:00 Zumba
8 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead 2:00 Dementia Caregiver Group
9 Shop at West Town VA Assistance 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:30 Coffee/Mayor 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:00 Lunch Bunch Ray’s in Edgerton 1:00 PD Exercise 2:00 QiGong
12 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Wii Bowling 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi 11:00 Bean Bags 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong
13 9:00 Computer Help 10:00 MS Support 10 Walking Club 2:00 AA 2:00 Canasta 2:30 Line Dancing
14 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian 9:15 Rosemaling 1:00 Dime Jinggle 3:00 Ping Pong NO Zumba
15 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi 1:00 Low Vision Grp. 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead
16 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Art Program 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Classic Movie 1:00 PD Exercise 2:00 QiGong
19 Foot Care in PM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Wii Bowling 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi 1-3 Reflexology Massage 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong Attorney Hours in PM Music Appr. At Opera H
20 9:00 Computer Help 9:00 Chair Massage 10 Walking Club 2:00 AA 2:00 Canasta 2:30 Line Dancing
21 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian 9:15 Rosemaling 1:00 Bingo 3:00 Ping Pong 3;00 Grief Support 5:00 Zumba
22 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead
23 Shop @ Target Westside VA Assistance 8:00 Chair Stretch 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong NO PD Exercise 2:00 QiGong
26 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Wii Bowling 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi 11:00 Bean Bags 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong 3:00 Music Appreciation
27 Foot Care in AM 9:00 Computer Help 10 Walking Club 10 Photography Grp 1:00 Over the Hill Bingo 1:00 Writing Group 2:00 AA 2:00 Canasta 2:30 Line Dancing
28 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian 9:15 Rosemaling 1:00 Book Group 1:30 Opera House Tour 1:30 Parkinson Grp. 3:00 Ping Pong 3:00 Travelogue 5 PM Zumba
29 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Computer Help 9-12Blood Press. CK 9:30 Bridge 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead CITY/CENTER OPEN HOUSE 3-7
30 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 World Culture Presentation 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Movie with family 1:00 PD Exercise 2:00 QiGong
Lisa’s
Kitchen Corner Senior Center Nutrition Program:
Health Highlights: SeptemberHealthy Aging Month No matter what your age, you can stay at your personal best with these expert tips. By Matt McMillen WebMD Magazine Reviewed by Laura J. Martin, MD
1. Get moving Exercise regularly to maintain a healthy body and brain. 2. Stay social Take a class, volunteer, play games, see old friends, and make new ones. 3. Bulk up Eat beans and other high-fiber foods for digestive and heart health. 4. Add some spice Add herbs and spices to your meals if medications dull your taste buds. 5. Stay balanced Practice yoga or tai chi to improve agility and prevent falls. 6. Take a hike Brisk daily walks this September can bolster both your heart and lungs. 7. Sleep well Talk to a sleep specialist if you don’t sleep soundly through the night. 8. Beat the blues If you’ve been down for a while, see a doctor. Depression can be treated. 9. Don’t forget To aid your memory, make lists, follow routines, slow down, and organize. 14
Meals are provided by Dane County through Consolidated Food Services. They are packed, delivered and served by Senior Center staff and volunteers. If you are a vegetarian or have special dietary needs, talk with Lisa regarding your meal options. Home Delivered Meals: Meal delivery is available to homebound older adults in the Stoughton Area School District every weekday. The Home Delivered Meal menu for the month is on the following page. Nutrition Site: The Senior Center serves lunch every weekday at 12:00 PM. The Nutrition Site offers meals from the menus on p.15, (Note additional meal choice of a salad on Thursdays). See page 2 for transportation options. Cost of Meals: Individuals 60 or older pay by donation. Suggested donation is $4.00. Individuals under the age of 60 must pay the total cost: Site: $7.50 Delivered Meal: $7.75. Please be reminded that, if at all possible, cancellations/reservations should be made by 1:00 PM the previous working day. Any cancellations made on the day of, are still subject to payment to the county.
Please see our Stoughton Area Guide for Senior Services available at the Senior Center or on our website at www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior, for a more complete list of the following services: Food Pantry • Medical • Housing Financial • Mental Health Home Health • Respite Fitness/Wellness • Care Facilities For further assistance, please call the Senior Center (608) 873-8585
S TOUGHTON A REA S ENIOR C ENTER • 248 W. Main St., Stoughton WI 53589 • 873-8585
Thursday Salads At The Center 9/1 Italian Salad Bowl 9/8: Garden 9/15:Taco 9/22: Chef 9/29: Chicken Ranch
VO=Vegetarian Option
Sept. 2016
Monday 5
Closed Staff Holiday
Tuesday 6 Sloppy Joe on Bun Buttered Broccoli Flowerets Coleslaw Fruit Cup Ice Cream VO-Meatless BBQ
Monday 12 Salisbury Steak Mashed Potatoes Buttered Carrots Fruit Cocktail Rye Bread/Marg. Cookie VO-Salisbury Veggie Patty Monday 19 *Brat/Bun Baked Beans Fresh Apple Ketchup Mustard Cookie VO-Veggie Dogs
Tuesday 13 Meat Sauce W.W. Spaghetti Noodles Parmesan Pkt Mixed Greens w/ Diced Tomato & Dressing Pear Slices Garlic Bread. VO-Meatless Sauce Tuesday 20 Pizza Casserole Buttered Italian Green Beans Grape Juice Small Croissant/Marg. Strawberry Short Cake w/Topping VO- Veggie Pizza Casserole Tuesday 27 Roast Beef/Gravy Roasted Red Potato w/Marg. Roasted Vegetables Jell-O w/Peach Slices Multi Grain Bread Marg. VO-Veggie Patty
Wednesday 7 *Chicken Cordon Blue Rice Blend Glazed Baby Carrots Fresh Fruit Dinner Roll/Butter Frosted Chocolate Cake S.M. Verona VO-Rice Casserole
Center Meal –Picnic Pg 11 Wednesday 14 Baked Fish/Tartar Sauce Rice Pilaf Buttered California Blend Fresh Fruit W.W. Bread/Marg. Jello w/Topping VO- Rice Pilaf Cass
Thursday 1 Chicken Cacciatore Egg Noodles Buttered Brussel Sprouts Diced Peaches Multi Grain Bread Marg. Sherbet
Friday 2 *Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes Gravy Tossed Salad w/ Diced Tomato & Dressing Pear Slices W.W. Bread/Marg
VO-Vegetarian Meat Sauce Thursday 8 Potato Beef Casserole Buttered Green Beans Apple Juice W.W. Bread/Marg. Cherry Crisp
VO-Veggie Patty
VO-Veggie Noodle Cass. Thursday 15 Chicken Broccoli Rotini Salad V-8 Juice Peach Slices Dinner Roll/Marg.
Friday 9 Stuffed Green Pepper Soup/Crackers Sl. Turkey & Cheese on Rye w/Mayo Pkt. Lettuce/Tomato Sl. Mandarin Orange Cookie VO-Meat Free Soup, Chees Sandwich Friday 16 *Buffet Ham Sweet Potatoes Pickled Beets Tropical Fruit Salad W.W. Dinner Roll/Butter Lemon Bars
VO-Cheese Broccoli Rotini Salad
S.M. Bellville VO-Hummus Wrap w/Veggies
Wednesday 21 Pork Roast/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Roasted Root Veg. Chunky Applesauce W.W. Roll Pumpkin Bars
Thursday 22 Chicken Salad on W.W. Bun w/Lettuce Copper Penny Salad Fruit Cup Cookie
S.P. Oregon V.O. Cottage Cheese W/Fresh Fruit
VO- Egg Salad on Bun
Friday 23 Three Cheese Lasagna Buttered California Mix Fresh Orange Bread Stick/Marg. Sherbet
Monday 26 Wednesday 28 Thursday 29 Tomato Barley Soup Meat Sauce over Shrimp Pasta Salad Crackers Spaghetti Noodles German Cucumbers Apricots Half *Ham & Swiss Buttered Peas Med. Croissant Banana W.W. Bread/Marg w/Lettuce Leaf & Garlic Bread Strawberry Ice Cream Parmesan Pkt Mayo Pkt. Fresh Fruit VO-Pasta Salad VO-Meatless Sauce Bar VO- Cheese w/Cheese Sandwich w/Mayo Meals provided by: DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FOOD SERVICES DIVISION
S TOUGHTON A REA S ENIOR C ENTER • 248 W. Main St., Stoughton WI 53589
Friday 30 Swiss Steak Rice Mixed Green Diced Tomato Dressing Fresh Fruit Mix W.W. Bread/Marg. Cookie VO-Swiss Mix over Rice
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Yahara Senior News 248 West Main Street Stoughton, WI 53589 608-873-8585 Fax # 608-873-8162 www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior/ Yahara Senior News is published once a month by the Stoughton Area Senior Center. The Stoughton Area Senior Center, a non-profit agency, coordinates, develops, supports and monitors programs and services for persons over 55 years of age. This newsletter is published for the purpose of educating the older adults and their families. The service area is the City of Stoughton and the Towns of Albion, Dunkirk, Dunn, Pleasant Springs and Rutland. If you wish to have this newsletter mailed to you, the cost is $9.00 per year. Call 873-8585.
Senior Center Staff
Commission On Aging
Cindy McGlynn—Director Hollee Camacho—Assistant Director Jean Truss—Case Manager– Stoughton Kelly Janda—Case Manager-Stoughton JoAnn Seymour—Case Manager (M-W) Stoughton Lisa Hanson—Nutrition Coordinator Kristin Ott—Receptionist /Office Assistant (M-Th ) Tricia Nicoll—Volunteer/Program Coordinator (Hours Vary)
All COA Meetings Are Open To Public
Township Case Managers Albion & Dunkirk Cell Number 608-335-6677 At the Stoughton Senior Center Pleasant Springs & Rutland ......................... 838-7117 Lauren Kelly, McFarland Outreach/Senior Center Dunn & McFarland ......................................... 838-7117 Sara Sprang, McFarland Outreach/Senior Center Cambridge & Christiana ............................... 838-7117 Lori Anderson, McFarland Outreach/Senior Center Appointments can be made for home visits, or at the Stoughton and McFarland Outreach offices.
David Bacon—Town of Pl. Springs………………….877-9777 Bob Barnett—City of Stoughton ....................... 873-5527 Dennis Kittleson—City Council Rep ............... 873-6677 Rosalind Gausman—Town of Dunn ............... 835-3077 Lou Havlik—City of Stoughton ......................... 873-4915 Nancy Hoffman—City of Stoughton……….….. …..219-4325 Ron Jensen—Town of Albion………………….………….228-5963 Don Mix—City of Stoughton ............................. 873-3637 Mary Onsager—School District Rep ................ 873-3999 Jeanne Schwass-Long—Town of Dunkirk ........ 873-9227 David Sharpe—City of Stoughton ..................... 877-8724 Charlotte Snow—City of Stoughton ................. 205-1281 Open Position—Town of Rutland .....................................