Yarhara Senior News

AUGUST 2011,Vol.28 No.8 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.

In This Month’s Issue…

Services

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Case Manager Info

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Nutrition

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Community News

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Support Groups

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Commission On Aging

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Community News

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Ongoing Events/Classes

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Monthly Events

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Activity Calendar

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Menu Calendar

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Remember to stay cool and hydrated in the “Dog Days of Summer” AARP and The Stoughton Area Senior Center will be hosting a Driver Safety Program for drivers over the age of 50 on October 25th, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

More details will be in the September newsletter or call the center.

Fireside Dinner Theatre Trip September 21, 2011 Seven Brides for Seven Brothers Join the Stoughton Area Senior Center in a day trip to see this classic musical. See the high stepping dancing, the side splitting humor and it’s romantic escapades.

The cost has yet to be determined. There will only be 24 tickets available, so sign up early. Call 873-8585.

July 2011 Straw Hat Day Entertainment was also provided by Ron and Elaine Vesterdahl

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Stoughton Area Senior Center

Case Management

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 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.

Transportation: General

Stoughton City Cab/Lift Equipped Van Contact: 873-7233 RSVP Driver Program Donation-based transportation for medical appointments; 48 hour notice recommended.

Contact: Richard Hoffman 873-6112

Meal Site & Shopping

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 Cost $.50 each way • Tuesday thru Friday Grocery Shopping Ride to Pick & Save/Walmart in Stoughton Time: 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM; Cost: $1.00/way • Mall Shopping, 2nd & 4th Fridays $1.50/way Trips rotate between various malls in Madison: See Activity Calendar for monthly locations.

Time: 9:30 AM home pick up; 1:15 PM return.

Equipment Loan Closet

Equipment such as wheelchairs, commodes, 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.

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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.

Veterans Assistance

A representative is available on Fridays at the Stoughton Area Senior Center . Please call (608) 266-4158 to schedule an appointment.

Financial Education Counselor

Individual appointments available Thursdays for anyone who has questions about basic money management issues. Free. Call Sue Taylor to schedule an appointment (608) 283-1259.

Blood Pressure Readings

No appointments needed 2nd Monday of the month, 10:00 -11:00 AM Last Thursday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM &1/2 hour before Bingo days

Foot Care Clinic

Offered third full week of the month Monday, 12:30 - 3:30 PM Tuesday, 8:30 AM -11:30 AM Call 873-8585 for an appointment. Cost $15.

For Diabetic Foot Care Appointments: Call the Oregon Area Senior Center 835-5801.

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.

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axãáM Case Management Services The New Voter ID Law and 2011 Elections This article reprinted with permission from Council of Wisconsin Aging Groups.

Think you need ID to vote in the recall elections? THINK AGAIN! No. The law does not apply until the spring of 2012.

Understanding the new voter identification law.

On May 25, 2011, Governor Scott Walker signed a bill requiring potential voters to show ID in order to vote. However, the bill also says voters can still vote without ID at the special and recall elections in 2011. Nevertheless voters will be asked to show a photo ID; however, a photo ID will not be required until Presidential Preference Primary in the Spring of 2012. Voters who do not have photo ID for elections in 2011 will be given written information about the requirement in 2012. In no way should any voter without ID be prohibited from voting in 2011.

What about the recall elections?

You can vote in the upcoming recall elections without ID. If you are asked for ID, but don't have it, just ask if you can vote without it.

The answer should be yes because that's the law. We recommend bringing ID to the polls if you have it.

Spread the word.

If someone you know tells you that you can't vote in the recall elections because you don't have ID, set the record straight. Eligible Wisconsin voters can still vote without ID in elections prior to 2012-and this includes the recall elections!

Tips for Voting Day: If you have ID, BRING IT! If you don't have ID, ASK IF YOU CAN VOTE WITHOUT IT! REMEMBER, after 2011 you will NOT be able to vote without identification.

Complaints and concerns If you have witnessed actual or attempted acts of discrimination or intimidation in the voting process related to the Voter ID law or any other matter, you should report this to the Civil Rights Division of the United States Department of Justice at 1-800-253-3931.

If you are told by any official at any polling place the ID is required in 2011 you should file a complaint with the Wisconsin Government Accountability Board which can be contacted by phone at 608-266-8005, or e-mail: gab@wi.gov. Their complaint form is also online at http://gab.wi.gov/elections-voting/ recall.

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axãáM Case Management Services What ID will be required in 2012?

A Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT)-issued driver license A Wisconsin DOT-issued identification card An identification card issued by a U.S. uniformed service A U.S. passport (Identifications above must be unexpired, or if expired, have expired after the date of the most recent general election.)

A certificate of naturalization that was issued not earlier than two years before the date of an election at which it is presented An unexpired driving receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT An unexpired identification card receipt issued by Wisconsin DOT An identification card issued by a federally recognized Indian tribe in Wisconsin An unexpired identification card issued by a Wisconsin-accredited university or college that contains the following: -- Date of issuance -- Signature of student -- Expiration date not later than two years after date of issuance How do I get a Free Voter ID? Wisconsin Act 23 requires the Department of Transportation to provide free ID cards: SECTION 140. 343.50 (5) (a) 3 of the statutes is created to read: “The department may not charge a fee to an applicant for the initial issuance or reinstatement of an identification card if the applicant is a U.S. citizen who will be at least 18 years of age on the date of the next election and the applicant requests that the identification card be provided without charge for purposes of voting”.

For information about the requirements to obtain a Wisconsin ID card, please visit the Department of Transportation website: http:// www.dot.wisconsin.gov/drivers/drivers/apply/ idcard.htm.

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Because of the need to obtain a birth certificate and other documents, voters are urged to start the process early.

The busiest Wisconsin DMV stations (30 in all) will have a new process for those getting just the photo ID for voting purposes. The new process is slated to be in place by August 1. The process will go something like this: After getting a ticket from a DMV staff person, the individual will go directly to the phototaking area. Upon completion of the photo, the person will be seated. The next available DMV staff person will take the individual as a priority over other clients. In this process, the person needing the photo ID will be bumped to the beginning of the line.

Starting in 2012, DMV hopes to have in place a renewal process online or via mail for those renewing photo ID's. Originals still need to be done in person. Details of this are still being worked on.

According to a local DMV director, the best time to go for fastest service at the DMV is the middle of the month and the middle of the week. Also, people can renew ID's within a year of the renewal date, so they don't have to wait until the last minute.

LGBT Support

In June of 2011, the National Resource Center on LGBT Aging launched a new section on legal support and financial planning for LGBT older adults! You can find the site at www.lgbtagingcenter.org/resources/index.cfm.

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_|átËá Kitchen Corner How Many Calories Do I Need?

The number of calories you need each day depends on your age, gender and activity level.

Think nutrient-rich rather than “good” or “bad” foods. The majority of your food choices should be packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber and other nutrients and lower in calories. Making smart food choices can help you stay healthy, manage your weight and be physically active. The daily estimated calorie needs for older adults are listed below.

For women: Not active: 1,600 Moderately active: 1,800 Active: 2,000 For men: Not active: 2,000 Moderately active: 2,200-2,400 Active: 2,400-2,800 NUTRITION PROGRAMS

All meals are provided by Dane County Consolidated Food Services; and packaged, delivered and served by Senior Center volunteers.

If you have special dietary needs, please call and talk with Lisa regarding your meal options.

Nutrition Site: The Senior Center serves lunch every weekday at 12:00 PM. Menu Pg.15 Home Delivered Meals: Meal delivery is available to homebound older adults in the Stoughton School District every weekday.

Cost of Meals 2011: Individuals 60 years or older pay by donation. The suggested donation is $3.00/meal. Individuals under the age of 60 must pay the total cost of the meal.

Meal Site: $6.10 Delivered Meal: $6.35.

Orders/Cancellations: Participants must make reservations or cancellations by 1:00 PM the day before a requested meal. Any cancellations made on the day of a previously scheduled meal are still subject to payment to the caterer.

Cinnamon Sour Cream Quick Bread

Recipe is from Mary Onsager and is a blue ribbon winner from the 2011 Stoughton Fair 2 Cups flour 1 tsp. baking powder ¼ teaspoon salt 1 Cup sour cream 1 tsp. baking soda

½ Cup butter 2 Eggs 1 Cup sugar 1 tsp vanilla

Crumb mixture: 1 Cup brown sugar, ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts, 2 Teaspoons cinnamon Sift together flour, baking powder & salt; set aside. Mix together the sour cream & baking soda; set aside. Whip butter, adding sugar and eggs. Alternately add flour mixture and sour cream mixture. Fold in the vanilla.

To make the topping: mix together the brown sugar, chopped pecans or walnuts & cinnamon.

Pour half the batter into a greased bread pan.

Sprinkle with half the crumb mixture. Pour remaining batter on top and sprinkle with the remaining crumb mixture.

Bake in oven at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition Survey Coming

Dane County will be mailing out surveys in early August asking your opinion about the food, the program benefits, as well as suggestions for how to improve the program. All responses will be anonymous. If you receive a survey, please take 15 minutes or so to complete it and let the County know what you think. Thank you.

Meals on Wheels driver needed on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Substitute drivers also needed.

If you are interested please call Lisa 873-8585

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VÉÅÅâÇ|àç axãá SHARE (Self Help and Resource Exchange)

This is a nonprofit food buying club that offers tasty, nutritious food products at reduced prices through a volunteer run, community based distribution system. This is NOT a government or publicly funded program; ANYONE is welcome to participate! Orders for August must be received

by Aug. 9th and the delivery is Aug. 27th from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Stoughton Methodist Church at 525 Lincoln Ave. in Stoughton. Local orders can be paid for with cash, check, money order or Wisconsin Share. Orders to be paid with credit card should be placed on line at www.sharewi.org. For more information about how to place an order, call Rhonda Garfoot at 873-8915.

We Have Added Days…..

Transit Solutions Grocery Shopping Van will now take riders Tuesday thru Friday.

You can call the Stoughton Senior Center to schedule a ride to Pick & Save or Walmart in Stoughton. The pick-up times are from your home and run at approximately 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM. You are able to shop for about an hour. Cost is $1.00/way. This van will also be available to take riders to the Stoughton Farmer’s Market on Fridays until the end of the season.

Call 873-8585 to schedule a ride.

File of Life Emergency Packets

Make lifesaving information accessible to emergency personnel. Free wallet-sized and/or magnetic File of Life folders for your refrigerator are available at the Senior Center or through Stoughton EMS.

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Diabetes Eye Health

Tuesday Aug. 2, 2011 Verona Senior Center 108 Paoli St Verona Featured Speaker: Dr Thomas Stevens From UW Health

Join us for a presentation on diabetes and eye health complications. What are the important steps to take to avoid eye problems? Learn more about common vision issues and treatments related to diabetes. Come share your questions and concerns. Call 845-7471 for questions.

Foreclosure Information and Referrals

Struggling homeowners who don’t know where to turn can speak with a Foreclosure Prevention Specialist at the Dane County Housing Authority. The Foreclosure Prevention Specialist can answer basic questions about the foreclosure process and connect Dane County residents to the various foreclosure prevention resources available in the community.

Contact: 608-261-5677. www.daneforeclosurehelp.org

Chose’s Famous Coney Sauce and BBQ

Watch outside the Senior Center for the yellow sandwich board. This will let you know when we have Choses coney sauce and BBQ for sale. Coney Sauce $2.50 for 8oz. container and BBQ $5.00 for 16 oz. container.

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Area Support Groups

AUGUST

Caregiver Group

2nd Thursday, 2:00-3:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585

Diabetic Support Group

HIGHLIGHTS The Stoughton Area Guide for Senior Services is a directory of services available to older adults in the Stoughton community. The guide may be viewed on website or picked up at the Senior Center.

The Senior Center has a library of resource publications, including books, brochures, DVDS and other media available to be rented out by the public. We have a wide range of materials, check it out today!

The Parkinson Support Group will be taking August off.

1st Thursday, 1:00 PM Oregon Area Senior Center 219 Park Street Contact: Sue Riehle 835-5801

Grandparents Raising Their Relative’s Children

2nd Sat., 10:00 AM -12:00 PM The Rainbow Project Office 831 E. Washington Ave., Madison Child care & transportation available to those in need.

Contact: Rose Roh, 249-2209 Ethel Dunn, 238-8751

Hope Chest Breast Cancer Support

3rd Monday, 6:00 - 7:30 PM Stoughton Hospital, Board Rm. 900 Ridge Street Contact: 877-3476

Low Vision Support

3rd Thursday, 1:00 - 2:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585

Multiple Sclerosis Support

2nd Tuesday, 10:00 - 11:30 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center Mandt Room Contact: 873-8585

Older Adult Alcoholics Anonymous

Every Tuesday, 2:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room, 2nd Floor In order to maintain confidentiality individuals may enter/exit from building’s back NW corner door.

Contact: Earl German 246-7606 ext. 1182

Grief Support Groups

Contact Hospice Care www.hospicecareinc.com Madison Office: 276-4660 Janesville Office: 755-1871

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin Information, education,

advocacy and support services including a 24/7 Helpline.

232-3400 or (888) 308-6251 toll-free support@alzwisc.org

Parkinson Group

4th Wednesday,1:30 - 3:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room.

Contact: 873-8585

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Wisconsin Senior Games 2011 Ping Pong Tournament Participants (left to right) Tony Supanich, Jim Nettesheim, Wil Venske, Tom Reid, Jack Cope, Lyle Haried, Terry Rutkowski.

Lyle H. also was involved in the softball and pool tournaments. Will V., in his seventh year in the games, participated in the mixed double tennis.

According to the group they were “All Winners”!

Wisconsin Senior Game 2011 Wii Game Participants: (L to R) Shirley Anne Hensch (Fourth Place), Robert Halverson (Fifth Place), Linda Schmidt (Second Place and Medal Winner). The games are held every year during the month of June. If interested you may log onto www.wiseniorgames.org for more information.

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axãáM COA & Community Commission on Aging

Meeting Highlights for July 5, 2011 City Budgeting for Outcomes: Cindy relayed appreciation and compliments to staff members working on the results teams for this process.

Many of the team’s members have stepped way outside their comfort zones to work hard on the process. She is impressed with the commitment they have taken on and displayed.

Budget: The potential effects of City, County and State budgets on the Senior Center will not be known until later in the summer, which does not give the Senior Center much time to advocate and prepare. The COA is ready to advocate on all levels to support services and programs.

Director Comments: Hollee Camacho’s last day is July 22. She has been a hard-working, passionate employee and will be greatly missed.

We wish her the very best in her future.

Committee Reports Regular committee meetings will resume after Cindy returns from family medical leave and after the hiring of the new assistant director.

-Finance: no report -Program & Evaluation: no report -Public Relations: no report -Volunteer: Committee has worked on the new volunteer handbook, application, and job descriptions for all positions. Final drafts will be ready for the next COA meeting.

Legislative Issues: AARP has a strong commitment to keep Medicare as it is. Comment was shared that no matter what organization you support it is vital that all aging network agencies and organizations stick together and all work together to help older adults as a whole.

Full meeting minutes at: http://stoughtoncitydocs.com/commission-on-aging/ Next meeting- 10:00 a.m. August 2, 2011 Senior Center, Stoughton Room

IS MONEY TIGHT?

Would you walk past a $20 bill lying on the ground? Being eligible for FoodShare and not enrolling is like doing just that! FoodShare gives people monthly deposits to buy food, freeing up money for other necessities.

If your monthly income is less than $1806 for a single person or $2430 for a two-person household, call the FoodShare Helpline at 1-877-366-3635 to learn if you might be eligible and to get free, confidential application assistance right in Stoughton.

Did you know…

• 2/3 of eligible seniors are NOT claiming their benefits • You can own a home and car and still get benefits • Most people only receiving Social Security and even a small pension are eligible FoodShare Helpline 1-877-366-3635 Informational meeting at the Stoughton Senior Center on Tuesday August 9th at 11:30 AM

9th Annual Citizen Advocacy Workshops September 9, 16 and 23 9:00AM-12:30 McFarland Community Center 5915 Milwaukee St. McFarland, WI This 3-day series is for people of all ages interested in learning more about how government works, how it affects older adults, and how to advocate to effect change at the local, state and national level. Issues important to older adults, services, resources and important information will be discussed by community leaders from both government and the non-profit sector. The cost for all three workshops is $15. A continental breakfast will be provided. For more information or to register call:441-7897 or mstamstad@rsvpdane.org

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fxÇ|ÉÜ VxÇàxÜM Ongoing Programs Please see the Activity Calendar on page 14 for exact dates and times of the following programs.

You may call the Senior Center Receptionist at (608) 873-8585 for further information.

Fitness & Wellness Chair Exercise, $2/class Mon. Wed. Fri. 8:00 AM

Tai Chi -Beginners, $5/class Mon. & Thur. 9:00 AM

Chair Massage, $7/15-mins.

This month: AUG. 3 & 17 Call to schedule appointment.

Tai Chi –Advanced, $5/class Mon. & Thurs. 1:00 PM

Line Dancing Every other Tues. 2:30 PM UW Nutrition Education, Free Topic: MY PLATE 3rd Thursday, 11:30 AM Ping Pong, Free Doubles: Wednesday. 3:00 PM Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM

Wii Bowling, Free Thursday. 12:30– 2PM Yoga for Over 50 Suggested donation $2-$10 Tue. & Fri. 9:00AM, Covenant Lutheran Church and Wed. 10:00 AM Fire Dept. training room

Classes & Skill Development Computer Assistance/Lessons Tues., 9:30 - 11:30 AM or by Appt. No registration needed.

Free. Stop in with your computer questions.

Handiwork, Free Mon., 1:30 - 3:30 PM Bring your current needlework project & join the conversation.

Norwegian Language, Wed., 9:00 - 11:30 AM No registration needed.

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Painting Group, Sept-May Thur., 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Free at Vennevoll Clubhouse Rosemaling Group, Free Wed., 9:15 AM Norwegian painting Wood Carving, Thur., 8:00 - 12:00 PM Wood Shop, Free Varied hours. Must take a safety course to use shop.

Social & Recreation Bridge, Free Mon. & Thurs. 9:30 AM Chess, Free Fri. 10:00 AM Community Bingo, $1 3rd Wed. 1:00 PM Sponsor: NEEDED Euchre, Free Every Monday 1:30 PM 4th Saturday 7:30 PM New players always welcome Over the Hill Bingo 4th Tues. 1:15 PM Bring a $1 prize.

Pool, Free Daily, during Center hours Scrabble, Free 1st Wednesday, 1:00 PM Sheepshead, Thurs. 1:30 PM to 4:15 PM Lessons available when called in advance.

Ping Pong, Free Doubles: Wed. 3:00 PM Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM

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August Highlights Movie Day

Friday, August 5, 1:00 PM Free Movie and Treat: $1.00 The Tourist is a romantic thriller staring Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie. The story revolves around Frank, an American tourist visiting Italy to mend a broken heart. Elise is an extraordinary woman who deliberately crosses his path. Throw in Scotland Yard and a large sum of money and you have an action packed movie. Rated PG-13

Lunch Bunch Group

Friday, August 12th Come join us at The Green Lantern in McFarland at 11:30 AM. If attending, please call 873-8585.

FoodShare Presentation

Tuesday August 9th at 11:30 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center See Page 11 for more information

BUNCO Join Mary Rowe and Ruby Hauge Tuesday August 2, 2011 1:00 PM Prizes Given Ice Cream Served $1.00 Donation

Coffee with our Mayor 2nd Friday, 9:30-10:30 AM

Visit with Mayor Donna Olson.

Hear the latest City news, ask questions and share your concerns.

Fall Floral Workshop

FRIENDSHIP FUND FOR ACTIVITIES AT THE CENTER If you are in need of financial assistance to participate in the activities at the Senior Center, there is a fund available to help you.

Are you interested in taking a 2 session floral design class at the Senior Center? Cost would be $15.00 for the class and flowers.

The class will be meeting Tuesday afternoons at 1:00 pm. Sept.6th and 20th.

There would be a few tools that the student would need to supply. If you are interested in this class or have questions, call Kate at 608-209-3703.

For more information please contact Cindy McGlynn/Director, 873-8585.

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Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities

* = Off Site Class

MONDAY

THURSDAY

AUGUST 2011

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

FRIDAY

1 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:30 Euchre

2 9-12 Woodshop 9-11 Computer Help 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 COA Meeting 1:00 Bunco & Ice Cream 2:00 AA Meeting

3 New Library Books In 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian Class 10:00 Yoga* 1:00 Scrabble 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping Pong

4 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 12:45 Wii Bowling 1:30 Sheepshead

5 Veteran’s Assist.

Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Movie The Tourist

8 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Blood Pressure Readings 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:30 Euchre

9 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9-11 Computer Help 10:00 MS Support Group 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

10 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling Group 9:00 Norwegian Class 10:00 Yoga* 1:00 Scrabble 3:00 Ping Pong

11 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:30 Bridge 12:45 Wii Bowling 1:00 Adv Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead 2:00 Caregiver Group

12 Veteran’s Assistance Shop@ Hilldale 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:30 Coffee/Mayor 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:30 Lunch Bunch Green Lantern

15 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge Foot Care in PM 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:30 Euchre

16 Foot Care in AM 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9-11 Computer Help 2:00 AA Meeting

17 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian Class 10:00 Yoga* 1:00 Bingo 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping Pong

18 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:30 Bridge 12:45 Wii Bowling 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Low Vision 1:30 Sheepshead

19 Veteran’s Assist.

Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong

22 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:30 Euchre

23 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9-11 Computer Help 1:15 Over the Hill Bingo 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

24 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian Class 10:00 Yoga* 3:00 Ping Pong

25 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:30 Bridge 10-1Blood Pressure 12:45 Wii Bowling 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead

26 Veteran’s Assist.

Popcorn in AM Shop at South Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong

29 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:30 Euchre

30 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9-11 Computer Help 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

31 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian Class 10:00 Yoga* 3:00 Ping Pong

Saturday Evening Cards Euchre Aug. 27 7:30pm

Saturday Mornings Center Opened

by Volunteers 9-11:30 am

Stoughton Area Senior Center Menu

All meals provided by: DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FOOD SERVICES

MONDAY

AUGUST 2011

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

1 Brat/ Bun Ketchup/Mustard/ Relish Baked Beans Creamy Coleslaw Fresh Fruit Ice Cream Treat

2 Roast Beef Mashed Potatoes Roasted Vegetables Chunky Applesauce Bread/Marg.

Cookie

3 Shrimp Pasta Salad Cucumbers & Onions Pear Slices Light Rye Bread/ Marg.

Cake

4 Tomato Barley Soup Sliced Turkey & Cheese on Kaiser w/ Lettuce/Tomato/ Mayo Pkt. Fresh Orange Dessert Bar

5 Sweet & Sour Chicken Rice Oriental Mix Fruit Cup Bread/Marg.

8 Roast Pork/Gravy Baked Potato & Sour Cream Harvard Beets Strawberry Short Cake/Topping Pumpernickel/Marg

9 Chicken Cacciatore Egg Noodles California Mix Peach Half Bread/Marg Cookie

10 Sliced Ham Saucy Sweet Potato French Style Green Beans Fresh Fruit Whole W. Roll/Marg Choc. Ice Cream

11 Tuna Macaroni Salad German Cucumbers Rey Bread/Marg.

Orange Juice

12 Meatloaf / Gravy Mashed Potatoes Peas Fruit Cocktail Bread/Marg.

15 Baked Chicken Rice Pilaf Yellow Beans Apricot Half Bread/Marg.

16 BBQ Shredded Beef on W.W. Bun Potato Salad Pickled Beets Fresh Fruit Mix Ice Cream Cup

17 Bread Fish/Tarter Hash Brown Casserole Broccoli Applesauce Bread/Marg.

Pie

18 Pork Cutlet/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Creamy Coleslaw Banana Bread/Marg.

19 Augratin potatoes & diced ham Mixed Vegetables Pineapple Bread/Marg.

Cookie

22 Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Noodles Tossed Salad/ Tomato Slices/ Dressing Pear Slices Garlic Bread/Marg.

Lemon Dessert

23 Hamburger/Bun Lettuce/Onion/ Ketchup/Mustard Corn Mandarin Oranges Blueberry Pie

24 American Chop Suey Rice Peas Apricots Small Croissant/ Marg.

25 Hearty Vegetable Soup & Crackers Tuna Salad on Rye w/Lettuce Leaf Strawberry Shortcake & Topping

26 Seasoned Baked Chicken Sweet Potato Ham Flavored Greens Watermelon Corn Bread/Marg.

29 Sloppy Joe / Bun Potato Salad Steamed Baby Carrots Peach Half Ice Cream Treat

30 Turkey Roast/Gravy Stuffing Peas & Pearl Onions Orange juice Bread/Marg.

31 Chicken Noodle Casserole Italian Green Beans Banana Bread/Marg.

Cookie

For all lunch reservations for Thursdays. please call by Order your salad noon the meal by noon the business day Wednesday before. before.

873-8585

Center Only:

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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 currently $6.00 per year. Call 873-8585.

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Albion & Dunkirk .......................................... 335-6677 Susan Brodd, Stoughton Area Senior Center Pleasant Springs & Rutland ......................... 838-7117 Sara Sprang, McFarland Outreach Dunn & Christiana........................................... 838-7117 Lori Anderson, McFarland Outreach Appointments made for home visits, or at Stoughton and McFarland Outreach offices.

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David Bacon—Town of Pl. Springs .....................877-9777 Edna Cloutier—City of Stoughton ................... 873-3809 Kay Davis—City of Stoughton ...........................873-4886 Carol Heidenway—Town of Dunn .................. 835-5472 Kelli Krcma—City of Stoughton ....................... 877-0070 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 Betty Thompson—Town of Rutland ................ 835-5145 Larry Weiss—City Council Rep ........................873-0945 Open Position—Town of Albion