December 2013 newsletter

December 2013,Vol.30 No. 12

Madrigal Dinner Show Tuesday, December 10th at 12:00.

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.

The Stoughton High School Madrigal singers and musicians present their annual dinner show for the Stoughton Area Senior Center on Tuesday, December 10 at 12:00 PM. Please make reservations by noon Dec. 6. Cost for the dinner and show is $8.00. Come and enjoy some holiday cheer! Wassail!!

In This Month’s Issue…

Services

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Case Manager Info

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Nutrition

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Community/Center News

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Support Groups

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Commission On Aging

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Community News/Info

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Ongoing Events/Classes 12 Monthly Highlights

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Activity Calendar

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John Duggleby Holiday Sing-A-Long Tuesday, December 17th at 1:00 Get into the Holiday Spirit with a traditional Holiday Sing-A-Long. This musical celebration features many songs people know and can sing, plus a few surprises. Lyric sheets will be available, so all we need is your voice! Many of our most familiar holiday standards were popularized in the past 70 years, and the audience will be challenged to guess who first recorded them.

The holidays hold deep meaning for many people, and this show is designed to evoke fond memories. Meal reservations by Monday Dec. 16 by noon.

Live Music with the Old Time Fiddlers Friday, December 27th at 1:00 PM. Come for lunch and stay for the concert. Close out your busy holiday week with some relaxing Old Time Fiddling favorites!

873-8585 by Thursday Dec. 26 Noon to reserve your meal.

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Services:

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 FDS Enterp. 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 between the hours of 9AM and 4PM

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.

Experience Works Unemployed individuals 55 and over with low income who are seeking employment or job training. Call 608-646-0409 for information.

Blood Pressure Readings No appointments needed 2nd Monday of the month, 10:00 -11:00 AM Last Thursday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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 $20.

For Diabetic Foot Care Appointments: $30 Tuesdays 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM at our Center

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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News: Case Management Services Affordable Care Act: What Consumers Can Do To Prepare For Entering The Marketplace People who intend to purchase health insurance through the new health care Marketplace should prepare before making any decisions. Some of the most important things to do are listed below.

Become informed. Review the terms used and understand the central concepts. If understanding the Marketplace and the health information terms and concepts is difficult, connect with those who do understand and have the appropriate information to share. Local communities should have agents and brokers, certified application counselors (CAC), and navigators (depending on where you live) who may be able to answer questions. There are currently two websites that can help consumers find local assistance.

They are the Marketplace’s site https:// localhelp.healthcare.gov and Enrollment for Health’s site www.e4healthwi.org/get-help-toenroll.

Become familiar with the qualified health plans (QHP) available on the Marketplace.

Visit the Marketplace or Enrollment for Health websites listed above to find information about specific plans.

Decide what is most important to you in a health plan. For example, it is preferable to have a lower cost or to have the same health care providers?

Set a budget. Decide how much can be spent on health insurance.

Determine how to enter the Marketplace.

Consumers may enter online, by telephone, by mail, or in person. Each person should determine what fits their comfort level and utilize their local resources if they do not wish to use the online resources. For example, if a person would like specific advice about what plan to choose and not just information, he or she may wish to speak with an agent or broker. Only agents or brokers are allowed to provide advice about which plan to select.

Consumers may choose to get information by e-mail about the Marketplace. For example, one can receive updates and e-mails from the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) through the www.healthcare.gov website.

Gather key materials. Household tax information, income-related documents, social security number(s), birthdate(s), and current health plan information (including about employer-provided plans) are some of the most essential pieces of information to have before enrolling.

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

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

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News: Case Management Services door for stability until you can assess the surface around the vehicle. When exiting a large truck, please face the truck, use the hand holds and steps, always maintain three points-of-contact, and take extra time.

When you enter a building, please remove snow and water from footwear to prevent creating wet slippery conditions indoors.

It's winter in Wisconsin, so please use extra caution while walking in the snow and freezing rain.

Walk slowly, deliberately and like a penguin (take short steps to maintain better balance).

Watch where you are walking: being attentive will alert you to potential hazards and will help you avoid slipping.

Take the best route: follow the clearest route to the building entrance, even if it is not the most direct route.

Please wear substantial footwear like boots, and consider wearing ice cleats.

Keep your hands empty so that your arms are free to move for stabilization. Drop your packages off near the door to avoid carrying long distances. If you must carry something (like work shoes, because you are wearing boots), keep your load small and balanced, or use a backpack or a case with a shoulder strap. Be prepared to drop what you are carrying to avoid a fall.

When you walk up or down steps or inclines, please use handrails.

Many slip and fall injuries take place next to vehicles. When exiting your car, scan the area where you will be parking for ice and snow accumulation. Remember that black ice under a light snow can be very slippery. Before you stand, swivel both of your legs out of the car at the same time for more balance. Hang onto the 4

Rx Savings Cards (They’re Not Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans or Prescription Drug Insurance Plans!)

Have you received a letter in the mail from the National Prescription Savings Network? The letter contains two pre-activated pharmacy savings cards and claims that users of the card can receive discounts of 75% on their prescription drugs at their local pharmacy at no cost. It’s true that these cards do provide a discount on some drugs in some circumstances at no charge to the user. However, it’s important to understand what these cards are and are not. It is NOT a drug insurance plan like Medicare Part D and it does not work in conjunction with drug insurance plans. If you already have Medicare Part D or another type of drug insurance, the discount card will not reduce your co-pays. It could be of benefit if the drug you’re taking is not covered by your insurance or if you are in the Part D doughnut hole.

If you elect to use the cards, you waive your privacy rights. The letter states, “We may share your information with other companies whose products and services may be of interest to you.”

If you don’t have prescription drug insurance, the discount card could save you money. But be aware that the price of using the card is having your private information shared with other companies.

Published with permission from the Legal services Team at the GWAAR Elder Law & Advocacy Center .

S TOUGHTON A REA S ENIOR C ENTER • 248 W. Main St., Stoughton WI 53589

Lisa’s

Kitchen Corner

Trans Fat is Double Trouble for Your Heart Health: Trans Fat and Cholesterol Doctors worry about trans fat because of its unhealthy effect on your cholesterol levels — increasing your LDL and decreasing your HDL cholesterol. There are two main types of cholesterol: A high LDL cholesterol level is a major risk factor for heart disease. If your LDL is too high, over time, it can cause atherosclerosis, a dangerous accumulation of fatty deposits on the walls of your arteries.

These deposits — called plaques — can reduce blood flow through your arteries. If the arteries that supply your heart with blood (coronary arteries) are affected, you may have chest pain and other symptoms of coronary artery disease.

If plaques tear or rupture, a blood clot may form — blocking the flow of blood or breaking free and plugging an artery downstream. If blood flow to part of your heart stops, you'll have a heart attack. If blood flow to part of your brain stops, a stroke occurs.

How much trans fat you can safely consume is debatable. However, there's no question you should limit trans fat, according to the Food and Drug Administration and the American Heart Association.

Don't think a food that is free of trans fat is automatically good for you. Food manufacturers have begun substituting other ingredients for trans fat. However, some of these ingredients, such as tropical oils — coconut, palm kernel and palm oils — contain a lot of saturated fat. Saturated fat raises your LDL cholesterol. A healthy diet includes some fat, but there's a limit.

In a healthy diet, 25 to 35 percent of your total daily calories can come from fat — but saturated fat should account for less than 10 percent of your total daily calories. Aim for consuming less than 7 percent of your fat calories from saturated fat if you have high levels of LDL cholesterol.

Monounsaturated fat — found in olive, peanut and canola oils — is a healthier option than is saturated fat. Nuts, fish and other foods containing unsaturated omega-3 fatty acids are other good choices of foods with monounsaturated fats. article from The Mayo Clinic

Nutrition Program Information: All meals are provided by Dane County through Consolidated Food Services. They are packaged, delivered and served by Senior Center volunteers. If you are a vegetarian or 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. See menu page 15.

Home Delivered Meals: Meal delivery is available to homebound older adults in the Stoughton Area School District every weekday.

Cost of Meals: Individuals 60 years or older pay by donation. Individuals under the age of 60 must pay the total cost . Meal Site: $7.50 Delivered Meal: $7.75. Please be reminded that cancellations and reservations be made by 1:00PM the previous working day. Any cancellations made on the day of, are still subject to payment to the county.

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Community & Center News Thank you to Stoughton Hospital, On Track Communications and McGlynn Pharmacy for helping provide the Thanksgiving Day Meals.  Thank you to Sub Zero for helping fix the kitchen oven.  Thank you to the Girl Scout Troops for the holiday placemats. 

Peer Support of Dane County: Help Needed in Stoughton Peer Support of Dane County connects older adults with volunteers to provide needed support through friendly home visits.

We need volunteers who have an interest in helping to keep older adults in their own homes by providing emotional support to promote wellness and reduce social isolation. This is a flexible opportunity for adults 55+ in the Stoughton area, mental health or social work experience is helpful but not necessary.

For more information please contact Anita Brown-Huber, 608-846-9469.

Grief During the Holidays Joy and glad are only part of the seasonal picture. While many of us light up at the first sight of tinsel, others struggle as the cards and invitations arrive. Maybe it’s your first post-divorce holiday without the kids, or the first Christmas since a parent or spouse or other loved one passed away. Or perhaps you’ve been diagnosed with a chronic illness, and your future is uncertain. For whatever reason, the holidays can be painful, stressful or lonely. No matter what you are going through, you aren’t alone, and sympathetic souls are available to help. Agrace Hospice will be presenting at the Stoughton Senior Center on December 5th at 6:30 PM.

Holiday Gift Idea...

Home Energy Assistance Schedule an appointment with Energy Services, Inc. at (608) 333-0333. For all other questions call 608-267-8601.

They hold office hours at the Stoughton Area Senior Center on the following Wednesdays: January 15 and 29.

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Are you dreading the question from your family “what do you want for Christmas?” If you are really not needing anything this year, how about considering having your family make a donation to the Stoughton Senior Center on your behalf?

Donations can be made in honor of or in memory of a loved one and they are tax deductible. Stop by the center to make a donation and receive a beautifully printed card suitable for gift giving.

S TOUGHTON A REA S ENIOR C ENTER • 248 W. Main St., Stoughton WI 53589

DECEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

Area Support Groups Caregiver Group

Comprehensive Medication Review

See January’s newsletter for 2014 group information.

Contact: Hollee at 873-8585

Friday December 13 and 20 Stoughton Senior Center

Diabetic Support Group

Call today to schedule your private consultation with a pharmacist and learn more about you medications.

Dealing with Grief During the Holidays Thursday, Dec.5th, 6:30pm Stoughton Senior Center See Page 6

Parkinson’s Disease Exercise Class Fridays, Jan. 10 – Feb. 28 1:00-1:45 PM Based on current research targeting specific PD movement deficits, this class taught by Emily Devine, Physical Therapist from Stoughton Hospital, focuses on improving function, mobility, mood, quality of life, and fall reduction in a fun atmosphere. The first class will be a brief individual Physical Therapy movement assessment. All new participants must receive Physicians Authorization prior to starting. There is no cost for this 8-week class, but donations are accepted.

Class size is limited.

Call the Senior Center at 873-8585 to register.

2nd Monday 6 p.m. in the Stoughton Hospital Board Room. Contact Deb at 608-6286500 for more information

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 Groups 3rd Tuesday, 3:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585 Facilitation provided by Southern Care Hospice

Hope Chest Breast Cancer Support 3rd Monday, 6:00 - 7:30 PM Stoughton Hospital, Board Rm 900 Ridge Street Contact: 877-3476

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

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

advocacy and support services including a 24/7 Helpline.

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

Dementia Support Group 1st Wednesday 5:30-7:30 PM Stoughton Board Room Stoughton Hospital

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

Parkinson Group Meets quarterly.

Call Hollee at 873-8585

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FoodShare gives you monthly deposits to put toward food purchases, freeing up money for bills, medications and other necessities. You, or someone you care about, may be eligible. For information or to make an appointment, call the Food Share Helpline: Toll Free (855)366-3635.

News: COA & Community Commission on Aging Meeting Highlights for November 5, 2013 Director Comments:  Staff is researching what electronic tablets other Senior Center Case Managers are using.  COA member request that a staff person attend the next NCOA conference to accept our national accreditation award; We will apply for funding through a local grant.  Staff is now beginning to work on the WASC state accreditation process.  Cindy is working on a grant-funded project for new flooring for the main and upper levels.

Fundraising Letter:  Discussed the fundraising letter that was sent to residents two years ago.  Discussed recommendation for next mailing Friendship Fund:  Discussed the guidelines and maximum requests and monetary amount per person.  Cindy will discuss with staff and submit a recommendation for COA to vote on in Dec. Legislative Update:  Congress is considering cutting Social Security benefits by tying the cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) to the Chained Consumer Price Index (C-CPI). It is argued that this new formula does not protect seniors’ purchasing power because it fails to account for the fact that seniors spend two to three times as much of their budget on medical care than younger households.

Committee Reports:  Finance reviewed fundraising mailing.  Public Relations needs a community member.

If you know someone with knowledge of marketing or community groups call Cindy.

Next meeting: 11:00 p.m. December 3, 2013 Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room

Holiday Music In Stoughton The Stoughton Chamber Singers and Bel Canto String Ensemble under the direction of John Beutel will present their annual Victorian Holiday Concert entitled "Blow, Blow Thou Winter Wind" on Sunday, December 8 at 2:00 PM in the Stoughton Opera House.

A wide variety of music is on the program with some familiar Christmas carols. Tickets are $5.00 and are available at McGlynn Pharmacy, from choir members, or at the door.

On Sunday, December 15, the Stoughton Festival Choir under the direction of Jill Reedy and the Stoughton City Band under the direction of Roger Gohlke will present a Holiday Concert at 4:00 PM in the Stoughton Opera House.

A wide variety of seasonal music will be performed. There is a free will offering.

Fireside Trips for 2014 Look for more information on upcoming trips in the January 2014 newsletter

Keeping hands clean is one of the best ways to prevent the spread of Infection and illness.

Remember to wash and stay healthy this winter.

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Senior Center: 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 Chair Massage, Tuesdays $10/15-mins This month: Tues. Dec 3 & 17 Call to schedule appointment.

Line Dancing Every other Tues. 2:30 PM Check Calendar UW Nutrition Education, Free Topic: Portion Sizes 2nd Thursday, 11:30 AM Ping Pong, Free Doubles: Wednesday. 3:00 PM Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM

Tai Chi -Beginners $5/class or $27 for 6 classes Mon.10:30am Tai Chi Mon. & Th. 9:00 AM $5/class Tai Chi –Advanced $10/class Mon. & Thurs. 1:00 PM Wii Bowling or League Free Main Floor- Call for times or info Gentle Yoga for Over 50 OFF SITE Suggested donation $3-$10 Tue. & Fri. 9:00AM, at the Covenant Lutheran Church Zumba Fridays 9:15 to 10AM $3 New participants welcome!!

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-May Thur., 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Free at Vennevoll Clubhouse

Handiwork, Free Mon., 1:00 - 3:30 PM Bring your current project & join the conversation.

Wood Carving, Thru MATC Thur., 8:00 - 12:00 PM

Norwegian Language Class Wed., 9:00 - 11:00 AM No registration needed. $10 New students welcome!

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Rosemaling Group, Free Wed., 9:15 AM Norwegian painting

Wood Shop, Free Mornings Must take a safety course to use the shop.

Creative Writing Class, Free Last Tues. of the month 1:00 PM

Social & Recreation Bridge, Free Mon. & Thurs. 9:30 AM Bunco, 1st Tuesday $1.00 Chess, Free Fri. 10:00 AM Community Bingo, $1 3rd Wed. 1:00 PM Sponsor: Stoughton Chamber or Commerce Cribbage Free Every Monday 1:00 PM Euchre 4th Saturday 7:30 PM Not in December Over the Hill Bingo 4th Tues. 1:00 PM Bring a “White Elephant” Prize for the games Pool Table, Free Daily Sheepshead, Thurs. 1:30 PM to 4:15 PM Lessons available when called in advance.

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

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December Highlights Christmas Tree Decorating Thursday, December 5 9:30-11:00 AM Come and help St. Anne’s Second graders in making ornaments, decorating our Christmas Tree, and making the Stoughton Senior Center festive for all our Holiday events and activities.

Free Movie: Irving Berlins’ Classic: Holiday Inn Friday December 6 1:00 PM

Mexican Train or Train Dominoes Come play with us every Thursday afternoon at 1:00 PM. Easy to learn , come join the fun!

Lunch Time Laughs First Wednesday of each month at Noon.

Come share some laughs over the lunch hour as we view some favorite classic comedies.

Reservations 873-8585.

Center Closed: Dec. 24 & 25, and Jan. 1, 2014

BUNCO Tues. Dec. 3 1:00 PM $1.00 New players welcome! Join the fun!

Over the Hill Bingo Tues. Dec. 31 at 1:00 PM Bring a “White Elephant” gift to play.

PLEASE NOTE: NO MEALS WILL BE SERVED WHEN STOUGHTON SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED DUE TO SNOW or INCLEMENT WEATHER.

Beading Class Wednesday December 11 at 10:00 AM Join Becky from Diakonos Designs in Stoughton as she helps us make bracelets for the holiday season. Preregistration is appreciated and cost will vary depending on the kit you choose from.

Questions please call 873-0210.

Lunch Bunch Group Friday, Dec. 13th at 11:00 AM BBG’S in Stoughton Bring a friend or come alone and meet new friends. Call center for your reservation.

Origami Ornament Making Wednesday, December 4th at 10:00 AM Would you like to learn the traditional Japanese art of paper folding? If you answered yes, then come and join us for a morning of fun making Origami Cranes. You can also make your origami creation into a beautiful Christmas ornament. Materials provided and cost is free.

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Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities

December 2013

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

2 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

3 9:00 Computer/Tech 11:00 COA Meeting Noon Chair Massage 1:00 Bunco 2:00 AA Meeting

4 8:00 Chair Stretch 9 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 10 Origami class Noon Lunch/Laughs 3:00 Ping Pong 6:30 Music Page 6

5 8:00Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Mex Train 1:30 Sheepshead 6:30 Grief Presentation Pg. 6

6 Veteran’s Assist.

8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Movie pg.13

9 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10 Blood Pressure Ck 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

10 9:00 Computer/Tech 10:00 MS Support Noon Madigral Dinner/Show 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

11 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 10:00 Jewelry Class Pg. 13 3:00 Ping Pong

12 8:00Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Brdge 11:30 UW Food Prog 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Mex Train 1:30 Sheepshead

13 RX MedReview Pg.7 Veteran’s Assist.

Shop Super Walmart 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 9:30 Coffee/Mayor 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:00 Lunch Bunch

16 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi Foot Care in PM 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

17 Foot Care in AM 9:00 Computer/Tech Noon Chair Massage 1:00 Holiday Music Pg. 1 2:00 AA Meeting 3:00 Grief Support 3:00 Stepping On

18 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 1:00 Bingo 3:00 Ping Pong

19 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Mex Train 1:00 Low Vision Grp. 1:30 Sheepshead

20 RX MedReview Pg.7 Shop at East Town Veteran’s Assist 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong

23 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

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25 Center Closed

Center Closed Merry Christmas

26 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 10-1Blood Press. Ck 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Mex Train 1:30 Sheepshead

27 Veteran’s Assist 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Old Time Fiddlers

30 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

31 9:00 Computer/Tech 1:00 Over the Hill Bingo 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing Writing Group

Happy New Year

Saturday Mornings Center Opened

by Volunteers

No Saturday Evening Cards-Euchre In December See you in January

9-11:00 AM

FRIDAY

Stoughton Area Senior Center

December 2013 Menu

All meals provided by: DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FOOD SERVICES

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

2 Pork Roast/Gravy Rice Pilaf French Green Beans Cinnamon Sl. Apples Multi Gr Bread Margarine

3 Goulash Casserole Mixed Veggies Peach Wh Wh Bread Margarine Cookie

4 Baked Chicken Mashed Potatoes Gravy Winter Blend Veg. Multi Gr Bread Marg.

Mandarin Oranges

5 Breaded Fish on Bun Cheese Slice Tarter Sauce Peas & Onions Banana

6 Spaghetti & Meatballs Parmesan Cheese Carrot Coins Pineapple Wh WH Bread/ Marg.

Lemon Bars

9 Sliced Turkey Ham Augratin Potatoes Broccoli Flowerets Applesauce Multi Gr Bread Margarine

10 Marinated Chicken Breast Twice Baked Potato Gr. Bean Almandine Cranberry Orange Jell-O Salad Apple Pie Marg.

Clover Leaf Bun

11 Beef Stew Biscuit/Marg.

Fruit Cocktail Cookie

12 Broccoli Cheese Soup Chicken Salad on Wh Wh Bread Pear Slices

13 Salisbury Steak Gravy Mashed Potatoes Squash Cranberry Juice Multi Gr Bread Marg.

16 Cheese Tortelinni in Marinara Sauce Veggie Blend Fruit Cup Brownies

17 Roasted Turkey & Gravy Baked Potato & Sour Cream Mixed Veggies Wh WH Bread/Marg.

Mandarin Oranges

18 Swiss Burger on Bun Onion Slice Ketchup & Mustard Green Beans Peach Slices Cookie

19 Meat Balls in Gravy Egg Noodles Spinach Pineapple Multi Gr Bread Marg.

Cookie

20 Buffet Ham Augratin Potatoes Glazed Baby Carrots Chunky Applesauce Dinner Roll/Marg Christmas Cookie

25 Center Closed No Meals

26 Cr. of Potato Soup Crackers Turkey Ham & Swiss Cheese on Rye Mayo Pkt. Apple Slices Cookie

27 Baked Fish Tartar Sauce Rice Pilaf/Butter California Mix Peaches Multi Gr Bread Margarine

23 24 Center Closed Swiss Steak No Meals Rice Broccoli Flowerets Wh Wh Bread/ Marg.

Cookie

30 BBQ Ribs on Bone Mac n Cheese Smk. Ham Flavored Greens Ambrosia Salad Corn Bread/Butter Coconut Cream Pie

31 Chili Mac & Corn Fruit Cocktail Multi Gr Bread Margarine Jell-O

For all lunch reservations please call by noon the business day before.

873-8585

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Various salads available on Thursdays at the Center.

Call for salad information at 873-8585

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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 $8.00 per year.

Call 873-8585.

Senior Center Staff

Commission On Aging

Cindy McGlynn—Director Hollee Camacho—Assistant Director (M-Th) Jean Truss—Case Manager Kelly Janda—Case Manager JoAnn Seymour—Case Manager (M-W) Lisa Hanson—Nutrition Coordinator Kristin Ott—Receptionist (M-TH ) Teressa Pellett—Volunteer/Program Coordinator (Hours Vary)

All Meetings Are Open To Public

Township Case Managers Albion & Dunkirk Cell Number 608-335-6677 Becky Kelly M & TH at Stoughton Senior Center Pleasant Springs & Rutland ......................... 838-7117 Sara Sprang, McFarland Outreach/Senior Center Dunn & Christiana .......................................... 838-7117 Lori Andersen, McFarland Outreach/Senior Center Appointments made for home visits, or at Stoughton and McFarland Outreach offices.

David Bacon—Town of Pl. Springs .....................877-9777 Open—City of Stoughton .....................................................

Kay Davis—City of Stoughton ........................... 873-4886 Carol Heidenway—Town of Dunn .................. 835-5472 Ralph Baumbach—City of Stoughton……………..873-6235 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 Ross Urven—City Council Rep ......................... 873-6677 Ron Jensen—Town of Albion………………….…………..228-5963