JULY 2011,Vol.28 No.7 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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Senior Center Staff Holiday Monday July 4th Have a Safe Holiday Weekend
We will be wishing Hollee, our assistant director for the past 6 years, a fond Bon Voyage Party on July 22 at 9:00 AM. She will be departing for Europe in August. We would like to thank her for her many talents and contributions that she has brought to our Stoughton Area Senior Center. Hollee has been truly appreciated and we thank her for the time that she has given us. Good Luck and Best Wishes ! We will miss you.
Jimmy “D” and Melly “C” Wednesday July 27th Noon Cost $6.00 Come and join us for piano music, vocals and vintage A & W photos that will take you back to the 50’s and 60’s. Enjoy the “car hops”, Chose’s coney dogs, fries and root beer floats as you listen to the tunes. If you will be joining us for this be-bopping good time, please call 873-8585 and make your reservations by noon the day before.
Milwaukee Brewers vs. the Chicago Cubs
Miller Park on Thursday July 28th @ 1:10 PM Only 14 seats left in section 207. Cost:$65.00 . Bus Leaves 10:30 AM Tickets need to be paid by July 8th. If you have questions, or would like to sign up for this trip, please call 873-8585.
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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 & Wednesday 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 individuals homes 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 Low Cost Legal Services for Wills and Powers of Attorney available through the State Bar of Wisconsin’s The Modest Means Program of the State Bar of Wisconsin assists people whose income is too high to qualify for free legal services, but too low to pay a lawyer’s standard rate. The Modest Means Program is run by the Lawyer Referral and Information Service at the State Bar. When the program receives a completed application and documentation, the program staff will match eligible clients with an attorney who has agreed to consider certain cases at a reduced rate. There are many attorneys who have volunteered to serve on this panel and to accept these cases but the State Bar reported that in 2010 the panel received no requests for Will or Power of Attorney Services. Elderly Benefit Specialists are in an ideal position to provide information and assistance to consumers about the existence of this service as the EBS program serves clients in all income brackets and many of these individuals could benefit from a Modest Means attorney assisting with a Will or Power of Attorney. How much do the attorneys charge? Attorney fees differ from lawyer to lawyer, but lawyers in this program are urged to offer rates that are substantially lower than their regular rates. Most attorneys charge flat fees for wills and powers of attorney. The fee (usually nominal) will be determined by the lawyer based on the legal matter and what the client is able to afford. You will have to discuss fees and agree on payment options at the initial consultation. Most Wills and Powers of Attorney services are charged on a flat fee basis and Modest Means clients will receive a lower flat rate than what is typically charged. How are the lawyers chosen for individual cases? The State bar keeps a list of lawyers who have agreed to reduce what they charge
for prescreened referrals through this Modest Means Program. They attempt to find a lawyer in as convenient a location for the client as possible. Do the Clients have to hire the lawyer to whom they are referred? No. Clients are not obligated to hire the lawyer to whom they are referred and the lawyer is also not required to take the case. Is there a charge for a referral? No. However, the lawyer may charge a $20 fee for the initial half-hour consultation. Most attorneys who assist with Wills and Powers of Attorney will waive this initial $20 fee. How is eligibility determined? Below is a table that shows the basic income limits of the program. Income limits are defined based upon household size and there is a lower and upper gross income. To qualify the household income must be more than the lower number
Size of 125 Percent 200 Percent family of Poverty of Poverty 1 $13,538 $21,660 2 $18,213 $29,140 3 $22,888 $36,620 4 $27,563 $44,100 5 $32,238 $51,580 6 $36,913 $59,060 7 $41,588 $66,540 8 $46,263 $74,020 but no more than the higher number. Eligibility is determined by gross household income (before taxes), including earned and unearned income. Child support and maintenance payments are the only expenses that may be deducted from gross income to determine eligibility. Assets are also considered. For example, if a client has significant home equity that could be used to pay an attorney, that will be considered. Article continued on page 4….
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axãáM Case Management Services Information that must be provided includes gross household income from all sources (including wages or benefits such as Social Security disability or SSI, worker’s compensation, unemployment or VA benefits), bank account balances, and the value of any real estate, stocks, and bonds, CDs and/or retirement accounts. All information must be documented. In addition to Wills and Powers of Attorney, the Modest Means panel accepts referrals in the following areas: Bankruptcy; Criminal Law; Foreclosure Defense; Consumer Law; and Family Law. The application form can be accessed on-line at http://www.legalexplorer.com/lawyer/lawyernotafford.asp. The Modest Means Program can also be contacted by calling 1-888-529-7599.
The legislative Joint Finance Committee on May 24, 2011 adopted a motion amending Governor Walker's 2011-13 state budget, to preserve SeniorCare with no changes. If the Governor's budget proposal had not been amended, over 79,000 seniors could have been forced to apply for the Medicare Part D prescription drug program. U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and CWAG have worked tirelessly since December 2010 advocating for no changes to the popular and low cost SeniorCare program. With bi-partisan help of Representative Andy Jorgensen (D) and State Senator Alberta Darling (R), along with thousands of seniors and other aging advocates statewide, the powerful legislative Joint Finance Committee members agreed today for no changes to the current SeniorCare program. 4
This decision is very likely to be supported by the full legislature when the Governor's state budget is voted upon in the state Assembly and Senate by mid June. Following the legislative vote, the state budget goes back to Governor Walker's desk for final approval and his signature. Please continue to call your state legislators and the Governor's office to let your voice be heard: "Save SeniorCare by not changing the program." To find your Legislators you can go to a site online at http://legis.wisconsin.gov/ w3asp/waml/waml.aspx. The governor’s contact information is as follows: govgeneral@wisconsin.gov , or Office of Governor Scott Walker, 115 East Capitol, Madison WI 53702 or (608) 266-1212.
Stay Hydrated This Summer • Water is an absolute requirement for life. • Although other nutrition can be neglected for weeks, we cannot go without water for more than 100 hours. • Water content for the elderly is 56% in men and 47% in women. • Body water content varies with energy expenditure. • Body water content is used for temperature control. • The actual amount of water a person needs depends on age, physical activity, illness, the temperature and humidity of the environment. • Water is used to move waste products from the body • Water is used as a lubricant between body structures. • Aging diminishes the sense of thirst. • To keep hydrated, fluids must be provided between all meals. By the time a person is thirsty – they are already dehydrated. Stay ahead of your thirst!
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To Die For Blueberry Muffins Muffin ingredients
July Belongs to Blueberries Month Blueberries are very low in calories and contain soluble dietary fiber, minerals, vitamin C, A, E and anti-oxidants such as carotene B, lutien and zeazanthin that contribute to health and wellness. Blueberries also contain very good amounts of vitamin B-6, niacin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid and folic acid. These vitamins act as co-factors to help the body metabolize carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
1 and ½ cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup white sugar ½ teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 egg 1/3 cup milk 1 cup fresh blueberries Crumb topping ingredients
½ cup white sugar 1/3 cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup butter, cubed 1 and ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon Preheat oven to 400 degrees, grease muffin cups or use liners.
NUTRITION PROGRAMS All meals are provided by Dane County Consolidated Food Services; and packaged, delivered and served by Senior Center volunteers. 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.
Combine the flour, sugar, salt and baking powder. Place vegetable oil into a 1 cup measuring cup; add the egg and enough milk to fill the cup. Mix this with the flour mixture. Fold in blueberries. Fill muffin cups 2/3 full. Mix together all crumb topping ingredients with a fork and sprinkle over muffins before baking. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until done. Makes 12 muffins. Kitchen help is needed one or two days a week from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. If you are interested please call Lisa at 873-8585.
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. S TOUGHTON A REA S ENIOR C ENTER • 248 W. Main St., Stoughton WI 53589
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The following people and groups have made recent monetary donations to the Senior Center. These donations are vital to the operations of the Senior Center. All donations are greatly appreciated, no matter their amount. All levels of giving allow us to continue to serve older adults in the Stoughton Area Community. Thank you for making a difference in our community. Cindy McGlynn
Remembrance Donations Given By: ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥
Anonymous Robert Halverson Barb Croucher Fredric & Lois Anderson Robert & Deborah Kolb Swisher International Inc. Wilma Furseth Don & Mildred Vike Dale & Anna Febock Mary Jane Haas Benjamin & Becky Nelson Gary & Sue Phelps Sylvia Schulz Richard & Sally Astin Alden & Elvera Phelps Barbara Gudgeon Greg & Sandra Vike Sonja Vike Elizabeth Frey Joseph & Deborah Rufer Richard & Roxanne Peterson Lillian Stephens Steven Ottelien
First Presbyterian Church-Oregon Muriel Hildebrandt Ahn Family Trust Joseph & Marylis Hansen Robert Halverson Richard & Adelle Johnson Eric & Kay Lysne S. Ramirez De A
Making A Difference Donations:
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Family Caregiver Education Series Monday, July 11, 2011 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance 517 N. Segoe Rd., Madison "Is your home really safe for someone with dementia? What you may not know." Home safety is more than disabling the stove and removing throw rugs. Discover ways to look at the home with new eyes and be proactive about potential hazards. No registration necessary, just drop in. Donations appreciated. Questions? Call the Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin at 608.232.3400.
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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JULY HIGHLIGHTS
Area Support Groups Caregiver Group
2nd Thursday, 2:00-3:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585
Diabetic Support Group “Grief Recovery: A Plan for Healing” Helping Families and Ourselves Heal in the Midst of Grief Thursday July 14th 6-8PM Stoughton Senior Center Professional Grief Educator Douglas C. Smith, M.A.,M.S., M.Div. Help yourself, a friend or a family member by bringing them to this free seminar. Sponsored by Cress Funeral Services RSVP to (608) 238-3434 ____________________________
Caregiver Education Thursday July 14th 2:00 PM See page 13 for details ——————————————
The Parkinson Support Group will be taking the summer off. Please watch our Yahara Senior News in the Fall for educational opportunities.
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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Learn Bocce The McFarland Senior Outreach Department extends an invitation to all Dane County Senior Centers to learn how to play bocce on July 8 & 22, starting at 9:30 am. Bocce, better known as lawn bowling, uses the concept of bowling. The sport can easily be done by people of all age groups or abilities. McFarland constructed 4 bocce courts last year with an expressed goal of providing recreation and socialization for seniors. Bocce participants will have an opportunity to learn the bocce rules and try the game. Spectators are also welcome. Some seating is available, but lawn chairs can also be brought. The courts are located at William McFarland Park on Marsh Road. Seniors may choose to eat lunch at the McFarland Senior Center after bocce, beginning at 11:45 pm. Meal reservations should be made by July 6th (20th). Call 838-7117 for more information.
Congratulations to our 2011 sixth grade essay contest winners Averie Ness and Seth Prechel. Participating students wrote a essay on “ My Best Older Friend” or “My Grandparents”. Seth also won the State contest for his entry. Thank you to all the sixth graders who participated.
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axãáM COA & Community Commission on Aging
Meeting Highlights for June 7, 2011 City Budgeting for Outcomes: • City of Stoughton will be facing a deficit in 2012.
No one is sure where this money will come from and much hinges on State and County budget decisions. So far, four Results Teams comprised of City
staff and community members created strategies to achieve the priority assigned to them as well as indicators or ways to measure the outcomes.
• Cindy and Hollee are writing offers to fulfill the Re-
sults Teams’ requests -what they propose to produce the priorities of the community, the cost and how the success will be measured. • Offers will go through several rankings by the Results Teams, Dept. Heads, City Council & Mayor. • Public hearings are expected in August. • The Budget must be approved by mid-November.
Legislative Update: • Voter ID Bill passed: how will it affect seniors with-
out transportation to Madison? Share your real-life stories on how this bill may affect you, call (608) 286-6308 so AARP may publicize the challenges associated with this bill. • Medical Assistance Medical Ride process changed making it more difficult for individuals to qualify for and receive rides; calls are answered by a company in Georgia with a long, cumbersome application process. Reimbursement to contracted transportation services will be reimbursed for half the current rate; many refusing to sign contract. • Family Care, the State’s long-term care incomeeligible option for older adults and people will disabilities will not be an option to Dane County. It is uncertain how the County will continue to have such programs in place. • The amount of energy that goes into keeping up with
NEED Immunizations? Do you or family members need immunizations or boosters?
Free Public Health immunization clinics are held monthly at the Stoughton Hospital Bryant Center on the 1st Tuesday of the month from 3:00-5:00 PM. No appointment is needed. For adult immunization recommendations see: www.cdc.gov/vaccines/recs/schedules/ or for questions call 608-266-4821.
Voter ID Information The Voter ID Bill has become law in Wisconsin in May. Proof of identification will NOT be required for the July 2011 elections. Everyone is encouraged to vote in July. Proof of identification for seniors includes, but not limited to: valid driver's license issued by the DOT; an identification card issued by DOT; a US passport; an identification card issued by the military; a certificate of US naturalization issued within 2 years of the election; an identification card issued by a federally recognized Indian tribe in Wisconsin. More information about where to get proof of identification will be publicized in the near future. Please stay alert for further announcements.
all the Federal, State, County and local impact is staggering. We appreciate any letters, emails, calls you can offer to elected officials in support of older adult services. Full meeting minutes at: http://stoughtoncitydocs.com/commission-on-aging/ Next meeting- 10:00 a.m. July 5, 2011 Senior Center, Stoughton Room
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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: JULY 6 & 20 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: Staying Hydrated 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. 12
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: Stoughton EMS 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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July Highlights Movie Day
Friday, July 1, 1:00 PM Free Movie and Treat: $1.00 This month’s feature is True Grit (2010). A tough U.S. Marshal helps a stubborn young woman track down her father's murderer. PG-13
Caregiver Group Caring for your loved one involves taking care of YOU! Learn how to get much-needed rest & relaxation, and bring new interpersonal relationships to your loved one. Join us on Thursday July 14, 2:00-3:30 PM for a visit from Kelly Janda, Senior Center Case Manager, for a discussion on community respite options. Do you have ideas for future caregiver education topics? Please contact Siv at (608) 839-3512.
Lunch Bunch Group
Friday, July 8th Come join us at The Village Square in Evansville at 11:30 AM. If attending, please call 873-8585 to make your reservation.
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
Computer Questions Computer Basics Computer Internet Sites These are a few of the things that our computer volunteers can help you with on Tuesday mornings 9AM to 11AM. If you can’t make it on Tuesdays, you may also call to set up a different time to meet with a teacher 873-8585
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. For more information please contact Cindy McGlynn/Director, 873-8585. S TOUGHTON A REA S ENIOR C ENTER • 248 W. Main St., Stoughton WI 53589
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Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities MONDAY
TUESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
WEDNESDAY
1 Veteran’s Assist. Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Movie True Grit
Saturday Evening Cards Euchre July 23 7:30pm
Saturday Mornings Center Opened by Volunteers 9-11:30 am
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* = Off Site Class
JULY 2011
5 9-12 Woodshop 9-11 Computer Help 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 COA Meeting 2:00 AA Meeting
6 New Library Books In 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling Group 9:00 Norwegian Class 10:00 Yoga* 3:00 Ping Pong
7 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
8 Veteran’s Assist. Shop@ Super Walmart 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:30 Lunch Bunch Village Square
11 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
12 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9-11 Computer Help 10:00 MS Support Group 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing
13 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian Class 10:00 Yoga* 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping Pong
14 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 Caregiver Pg.13 6 PM Grief Presentation Pg. 7
15 Veteran’s Assist. Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong
18 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
19 Foot Care in AM 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9-11 Computer Help 2:00 AA Meeting
20 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian Class 10:00 Yoga* 1:00 Bingo 3:00 Ping Pong
21 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
22 Hollee’s Party Veteran’s Assist. Popcorn in AM Shop at East Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong
25 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:30 Euchre
26 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9-11 Computer Help 1:15 Over the Hill Bingo 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing
27 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Rosemaling 9:00 Norwegian Class 10:00 Yoga* Noon– Jimmy D and Melly C Pg. 1 3:00 Ping Pong
28 Brewer Game 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
29 Veteran’s Assist. Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong
Staff Holiday Center Opened by Volunteers 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Stoughton Area Senior Center Menu
All meals provided by: DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FOOD SERVICES
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
JULY 2011 FRIDAY
For all lunch reservations please call by noon the business day before. 873-8585
If you have special dietary needs, please call and talk with Lisa regarding your meal options.
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5 Baked Chicken Baked Potatoes Sour Cream Yellow Beans Apricot Halves Bread/Marg.
6 BBQ Shredded Beef on a W/W Bun Potato Salad Pickled Beets Fresh Fruit Mix Cake
7 Baked Fish Tarter Sauce Hash Brown Casserole Broccoli Applesauce Bread/Marg.
11 Pork Cutlet /Gravy Mashed Potatoes Creamy Coleslaw Banana Bread/Marg.
12 Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Noodles Tossed Salad Tomato Slices & Dressing Pears Garlic Bread/Marg. Lemon Dessert
13 Hamburger / Bun Lettuce/Onion Ketchup/Mustard Corn Mandarin Oranges Blueberry Pie
14 Baked Chicken Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Beets Salad Strawberry Applesauce Jell-O Bread/Marg.
15 Brats on a Bun Ketchup/Mustard Onions (not MOW) Potato Salad Baked Beans Watermelon Cookie
18 American Chop Suey Rice Peas Apricots Small Croissant Marg.
19 Hearty Vegetable Soup Crackers Tuna Salad on Rye w/ Lettuce Leaf Strawberry Short Cake w/ topping
20 Chicken Noodle Casserole Italian Green Beans Banana Bread/Marg. Cookie
21 Sloppy Joe on a bun Potato Salad Steamed Baby Carrots Pear Halves Ice Cream Treat
22 Turkey Roast & Gravy Stuffing Peas & Pearl Onions Orange Juice Bread/Marg.
25 Chicken Salad on Whole Wheat/Lettuce Marinated Tomatoes Pineapple Cherry Crisp
26 Baked Fish & Tarter Sauce Baked Potato & Sour Cream Vegetable Blend Fruited Jell-O Bread/Marg.
27 Meals on Wheels Tater Tot Casserole Corn Fresh Fruit Bread/Marg. Pudding /Topping___ Center Lunch Choses Coney Dogs French Fries Root Beer Floats
28 Ham Loaf/Mustard Sauce Baked Sweet Potato Broccoli Banana Rye Bread/Marg. Cake
29 Spaghetti & Meat Balls Mixed Greens, Tomato Slices & Dressing Peach Slices Garlic Bread/Marg. Parmesan Pkt.
No meals served today Have a safe 4th
Center Only:
1 Meatloaf /Gravy SALAD OPTION Mashed Potatoes for Thursdays. Peas Fruit Cocktail Order your salad Bread/Marg.
meal by noon the Wednesday before.
8 Diced Turkey Ham & Augratin Potatoes Mixed Vegetables Pineapple Bread/Marg. Pie Cookie
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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