March 2015 Yahara Senior New newsletter

MARCH 2015, Vol.32 No.3 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 Case Management

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Nutrition

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Commission On Aging

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Support Groups

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Events Month Highlights

10, 11 12

Ongoing Events/Classes 13 Activity Calendar

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Menu Calendar

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Staff/Contact Information 16

It’s NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH Join us in celebrating our Nutrition Program & the volunteers who make it a success!

Nutrition & Healthy Aging Tuesday, March 10, 1:00 PM Autumn Kumlien, Stoughton Hospital Registered Dietitian, will present on how our nutritional needs change as we age.

Healthy Living with Diabetes Senior Center co-sponsored class at Stoughton Hospital, see pg 10

Food For Thought Pilot Program On Tuesdays in March, Main Street Kitchen has offered to provide a catered soup, salad & sandwich meal option. See p.13 for details!

FYI with Jean Truss Watch for our own Jean Truss and Cindy McGlynn’s talk on WSTO cable access or online at www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/wsto about how the Senior Center promotes good nutrition through its programs, area services and fund sources, and how you can help!

Community Champions Week Events: March 16 -20 Celebrity Ride-Alongs –March 17 & 18 Local celebrities will make Meals on Wheels deliveries.

Prizes: special prize drawings for the participants of this week’s congregate meal site or Meals on Wheels programs. * All non-meal donations received this month will be reserved to off-set the cost of our meal option expansion plans.

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Services:

Stoughton Area Senior Center

Case Management

Equipment Loan Closet

Stoughton, Towns of Albion & Dunkirk The Case Management program links older adults with services available to help them remain as independent as possible in their own homes and community. Our Senior Center’s case managers are devoted to coordinating, evaluating and advocating for such services to meet each individual’s needs and preferences.

Call 873-8585 to schedule an appointment.

If you live in Dunn, Pleasant Springs or Rutland case management services are provided by the McFarland Senior Outreach, (608) 838-7117.

Equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers and other items may be checked out on a short-term basis to those residing in our case management service area (Stoughton, Town of Albion and Town of Dunkirk). Call or stop in for details.

Monetary donations accepted.

Transportation: General FDS Enterp. City Cab/Lift Equipped Van Contact: 873-7233 RSVP Driver Program Donation-based transportation for medical appointments; first time users please call ASAP with appt. information. Rides are based on driver availability. Call: Richard Hoffman 873-6112 between the hours of 9AM and 4PM

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 Donation $.50 each way or $1 round trip.

• Tuesday thru Friday Grocery Shopping Ride to Pick & Save/Walmart in Stoughton Time: 10:00 AM or 11:30 AM; Donation $2.00 round trip. No one will be denied rides to the meal site or to the grocery store based on their ability to donate.

• Mall Shopping, 2nd & 4th Fridays $3.00 Trips rotate between various malls in Madison: See Activity Calendar for monthly locations.

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

Blood Pressure Readings No appointments needed-Last Thursday of the month 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 2

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.

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 Beginning April: switch from 3rd Tues to 4th 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 Information YOUR FINAL FOUR FROM SOCIAL SECURITY

By Bob Trotter, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist in Milwaukee, WI

Since 1939, March has meant one thing in the world of sports: March Madness. In this tournament, 68 college basketball teams compete through the month until only the final four teams remain. Coaches gather their teams to drive home the gravity of the moment, reminding them that they’ve worked hard and that how they respond to the pressure directly determines the outcome.

When it comes to retirement, you can secure your own winning outcome by teaming up with Social Security and taking advantage of services offered online.

Start by opening a my Social Security account at www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount.

What can you do with a my Social Security account? Allow us to introduce you to my Social Security’s own final four:  Use your account to view your Social Security Statement and verify your earnings history each year. Your future benefits are based on your recorded earnings.  Stay focused on your financial future by getting estimates of your retirement, disability, and survivor benefits, if you are still working.

While everyone focuses on college basketball, create your own March Madness with Social Security. You can open your online my Social Security account during one of the commercial breaks.

Don’t wait until crunch time. Your moment is now.

Take advantage of your own personal my Social Security account to stay on top of your annual earnings history and future benefit estimates.

Staying ahead of the game is key to having a winning future in retirement. Social Security is a dependable team player, assisting you to your retirement championship, and my Social Security is the Most Valuable Player on the court. Check out your final four at www.socialsecurity.gov/ myaccount.

Please see this contact list if you want to contact your representative about any concerns or issues pertinent to you.

Senator Mark Miller Senate District 16 (D - Monona) (608) 266-9170, Sen.Miller@legis.wisconsin.gov Representative Gary Hebl Assembly District 46 (D - Sun Prairie) (608) 266-7678, Rep.Hebl@legis.wisconsin.gov Senator Tammy Baldwin (D), US Senator 77rt Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: (202) 224-5653, Fax: (202) 224-9787

 Keep up the full-court press by managing your benefits, if you already receive them.

Madison Office 30 W. Mifflin Street, Suite 700 Madison, WI 53703 Phone: (608) 264-5338

Get immediate proof of your current Social Security benefits or a replacement SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S for tax purposes.

Senator Ron Johnson (R), US Senator 328 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C. 20510 Phone: (202) 224-5323, Fax: (202) 228-6965

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News: Case Management Information

VA to Look into Overmedication Reports at Tomah VA Medical Center by the GWAAR Legal Services Team (for reprint)

On January 15, 2015, the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced it would launch an investigation into reports of overmedication and retaliatory management practices at the VA Medical Center in Tomah, Wisconsin. Officials stated the investigation would begin within two weeks and would include reviewing medication prescription practices. A spokesperson for the Tomah VA Medical Center said the center will fully cooperate with the investigation which gained momentum after the Center for Investigative Reporting (CIR) published a story noting the number of opiates prescribed at the Tomah VA had more than quintupled between 2004 and 2012 — even as the number of veterans treated there declined. Health care professionals have complained about the center’s practices for several years.

The CIR report found that the hospital’s chief of staff, psychiatrist David Houlihan, was referred to as the “Candy Man,” and the Tomah VA was known by some as “Candy Land” because of the number of narcotic painkillers prescribed to patients there. Dr. Houlihan became chief of staff in 2005. In 2004, the Tomah VA dispensed approximately 50,000 oxycodone pills — a powerful narcotic — to 25,000 veterans.

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By 2012, the number of pills prescribed grew to 712,000. Potentially troubling is the fact that Dr. Houlihan prescribed a very large amount of narcotic a painkillers, despite being a psychiatrist who treats mental rather than physical ailments.

In August 2014, a 35-year old Marine Corps veteran died due to an overdose of painkillers while a patient at the facility. It was revealed that the deceased veteran was prescribed a 14-drug cocktail including powerful narcotics, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, and anti-psychotics. Dr. Houlihan has been reassigned pending the outcome of the investigation and will not be seeing patients or prescribing medication.

There have also been accusations of retaliatory employment practices against those who have questioned the large number of narcotic prescriptions. The facility’s chief pharmacist resigned from his position in 2013 citing instances of outrageous prescription refill requests. Other pharmacists saw their employment terminated for failing to dispense controlled substances.

Several employees at the Tomah VA have filed whistleblower complaints with the Office of Special Counsel, an independent federal agency.

One former employee repeatedly pled for an investigation or for action, even as the existence of an Inspector General’s report detailing Dr. Houlihan’s prescription practices, was provided to Senator Tammy Baldwin’s office in August 2014.

Some of the reported issues at the Tomah VA facility and the ensuing Inspector General’s investigation may have received lower attention as a result of issues at the Phoenix VA facility, which became the epicenter of a national scandal over the quality of care veterans received amid allegations that patients were dying while waiting to see a physician.

Published with permission from the Legal Services Team at the Greater WI Agency on Aging Resources’ Elder Law & Advocacy Center

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Lisa’s

Kitchen Corner

March is Meals on Wheels Month 8.8 million seniors, nearly 1 in 6, may not know where their next meal is coming from. Programs like Meals on Wheels are critical to solving this national crisis. The nutritious meals, friendly visits, and safety checks delivered each day are often what it takes to help our seniors live independently in their own homes.

Did you know in Wisconsin:  124,236 seniors struggle with hunger?  68,470 seniors are served by Meals on Wheels Programs?  70% of these seniors live in rural communities like Stoughton?  22% live in poverty  A single meal helps provide half or more of total food calories for that day?

Did you know at the Stoughton Senior Center:  In 2014 we provided 13,940 meals to 137 participants and we have over 45 MOW Drivers and 12 Kitchen Volunteers.

Did you know Nationally:  More than 500,000 of the seniors served are Veterans?  65.6% are women  39% live in poverty  84% need help going outside  92% enables them to live in their home Funding for the OAA (Older American Act) programs are provided through the Department of Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies annual appropriations bill and dollars are allocated to states based on a formula. Since fiscal year 2009, OAA Appropriation to Wisconsin’s nutrition programs have fallen by 4%. *Article based on the Wisconsin OAA profile/2011and information provided by Meals On Wheels Association of America.

To learn more www.mowaa.org

Recipe of the Month Bubble Loaf Coffee Cake 1 (24 oz.) pkg. frozen dinner rolls 1/2 stick butter 1 pkg. butterscotch pudding 3 oz. (not instant) 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 tbsp. cinnamon 1/2 c. raisins or nuts Butter bundt pan or glass baking dish. Place rolls in pan. Melt butter; combine with pudding mix, brown sugar, cinnamon and nuts or raisins.

Sprinkle mixture over top of frozen rolls, letting mixture fall around rolls. Leave on counter to rise overnight. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until done. Turn upside down. Remove from pan.

Serve warm.

Nutrition Program Information: 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, call and talk with Lisa regarding your meal options.

Nutrition Site: The Center serves lunch Mon. thru Fri. at 12:00 PM. Menu pg.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 or older pay by donation. Suggested donation is $4.00.

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 must be made by 1:00 PM on the previous working day. Any cancellations made on the day of, are still subject to payment to the County/Senior Center.

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News: COA & Community Commission on Aging Meeting Highlights for February 3, 2015 Meetings are Open to the Public

Center News: Flooring is complete...with scratches. These we are told were caused by our chairs and will be buffed out free of charge when we receive our new chairs.

VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE Thursdays from 12:00-5:00 PM Thru April 2, 2015 724 East Main St. Stoughton, WI 53589 Appointments Made by Walk-In Only

COA In-service: Case Manager Kelly Janda provided a talk on the Senior Center’s case management services. Discussion followed on current trends, and the importance of maintaining confidentiality and building client trust.

Syttende Mai:  Distributed the Program Committee’s meeting minutes and discussed the logistics of the Committee’s recommendation to check with the Chamber of Commerce if any organization would be willing to rent the Center during Syttende Mai weekend; and if not, for the Center to close.  Some COA members expressed interest in not renting the space and to instead share the responsibility tasks; a vote was taken and some members volunteered.  A motion was made to table the discussion for those who volunteered to meet and discuss how to cover the security and responsibilities associated with being open.

Legislative Update:  Federal funds have been budgeted for eliminating Social Security and Medicare Fraud.  Although not officially introduced, a bill called the Care Act is being proposed by Milwaukee Senator Tim Carpenter which would allow people to designate if they want their caregivers to receive medical information and instructions from their doctors.

Next meeting: 11:00 AM, March 3, 2015 Stoughton Area Senior Center See the City website for full meeting minutes.

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Coffee with the Mayor 2nd Friday of the Month Friday, March 13 at 9:30AM Come hear the latest information or ask questions about our community.

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 Monday between 9:00AM and 4:00 PM: March 23.

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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MARCH SUPPORT EVENTS Nutrition & Healthy Aging Tues., March 10, 1:00 PM Join Autumn Kumlien, Stoughton Hospital Registered Dietitian, to learn how our nutritional needs change as we age and what is best for our health.

Healthy Living with Diabetes Tuesdays March 24-April 28 10:00 AM-12:30 PM Stoughton Hospital This 6-week series teaches self-management skills and increases confidence in managing diabetes.

Participative sessions include topics on nutrition, exercise, stress management and medication, techniques to deal with symptoms, and more. $20 fee includes 6 classes and reference book.

Registration is required; call Stoughton Hospital 873-6611.

Parkinson’s Group Topic: Sleep...Sleep...Sleep Wed., March 25, 1:30 PM In order to function well and feel good, our bodies need to rest and get enough sleep.

Many things can disrupt it.

Join us for a presentation Nancy Ninman, from UWHC Movement Disorders Clinic f or tips to improve your zzzzz.

Area Support Groups Caregiver Group

Parkinson Group

Watch for educational events this coming year. Call Hollee for information or if you have any ideas for a presentation topic. 873-8585

4th Wed., 1:30-2:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: Hollee at 873-8585

Diabetic Support Group 2nd Monday 6 PM in the Stoughton Hospital Ridge 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

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

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

Older Adult Alcoholics Anonymous To meet with a counselor in Stoughton call Earl German At 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

Breast Cancer Support For individual support please call Karleen at 873-6041 or Judy at 608-770-7829 at Stoughton Hospital.

Sunday, March 8

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CenterEvents: Educational Discussions Nutrition & Healthy Aging Tuesday, March 10, 1:00 PM Join Autumn Kumlien, Stoughton Hospital Registered Dietitian, to learn how our nutritional needs change as we age and what is best for our health.

AARP Smart Driver Class Thursday, March 12 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Remain a safe driver in the years ahead. This is a one day, 4 hour class. If you are an AARP member, bring yourmembership card. Membership in AARP is not required to participate in this very informative class. Cost is $15.00 for AARP Members and $20.00 for non-members.

Participants will receive a certificate which may entitle them to a discount with their auto insurance. It is suggested that registrants bring a light sack lunch. You must pre-register by calling 873-8585.

Healthy Living With Diabetes Living with diabetes can mean a constant struggle to lose weight, count carbs, control blood sugar and avoid problems. It may leave you feeling tired, depressed and unable to do the things you love. Make sure YOU are in charge—not your diabetes.

Healthy Living with Diabetes, a 6-week participative series that teaches self-management skills and increases confidence in managing the condition is scheduled for Tuesday, March 24 through April 28, from 10:00 AM-12:30 PM at Stoughton Hospital. $20 fee includes 6 weeks of classes and reference book. Registration is required; call Stoughton Hospital 873-6611.

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Your donations in support of our programs are always appreciated.

Thank you.

Book Discussion Group Wednesday, March 25, 1:00 PM This month’s books are “Lost Girls: An Unsolved American Mystery” by Robert Kolker and “The Weight of Blood” by Laura McHugh. Join us for an afternoon Discussion Group with support from the Stoughton Library every 4th Wed. of the month at 1:00 PM. Questions call 873-6281.

Lunch & Learn: Art from Impressionists to Vincent Van Gogh Thursday, March 26, 12:00 PM Do you enjoy Art? Would you like to know more about the different types of painting and the history behind it? Join Michael Hecht, Assistant Director, Leisure and Support Services at Skaalen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, to learn more. Come just to listen, or bring a sack lunch, or call by noon March 25 to reserve your lunch. This program is sponsored by Skaalan Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Local Attorney Hours Local attorney Eric Christoffersen will be holding office hours at the Stoughton Area Senior Center on the third Monday of each month.

Contact information for appointments: Phone: 608-662-0440 Email: edc@dfgrams.com Office: 221 Kings Lynn Rd. Suite B, Stoughton, WI 53589 (by appointment only)

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CenterEvents: Arts & Entertainment First Friday Movie, Guardians of the Galaxy March 6, 1PM, Marvel comic’s new team of intergalactic criminals are forced to work together to stop a fanatical warrior from taking control of the universe; with Chris Pratt, Bradley Cooper and Vin Diesel.

Classic Movie Friday Breakfast at Tiffany’s March 27,1PM, A young New York socialite (Audrey Hepburn) becomes interested in a young man (George Peppard) who has moved into her apartment building.

Hope Overflow March 2, 1:00 PM A Student Musician group from Wartburg College will perform vocal pieces accompanied by a variety of musical instruments.

“Preserve the Union” Jessica Michna as Mary Todd Lincoln

Wednesday, March 4, 1:00 PM Help us kick off Women’s History Month. Mary recalls her early years and education in Kentucky. She tells of her move to Illinois, where she would meet and marry the young prairie lawyer. Mary introduces the audience to life in Washington, regaling her listeners with stories about her boys, including her biggest boy Mr. Lincoln. In this time of national strife, the Lincolns would suffer personal tragedies, concluding on that fateful day in April of 1865.

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Tuesday, March 17, 1:00 PM We will hold our annual St. Patrick’s Day lunch with special music from our favorite Leprechauns, Casey and Greg. Make your lunch reservations by noon on March 16.

Music Appreciation is in its 13 season!

6-Week Series begins Monday, March 23, 3PM The Music Appreciation Series with John Beutel is organized for anyone who loves music and would like to learn more about it. The classes are free, with donations appreciated. You may attend one session, two sessions, or all of the sessions depending on your interest and schedule. The Music Appreciation presentations are made possible because of the support of the Stoughton Area Senior Center and its staff, a generous grant from the Bryant Foundation and donation for class participants.

Our spring season is jam packed with exciting opportunities to hear a wide variety of music. We are privileged to have a number of professional groups to present the very finest in music. Pass the word. Bring your friends.

Monday, March 23 The Stoughton Area Jazz Collective This group was a huge hit when it performed for us last fall and gave us great listening and information on Duke Ellington and the Harlem Renaissance. They are returning with a program on the music of the American icons-George and Ira Gershwin. Come to hear some great American music and learn more about it's origins.

Monday, March 30 Birth of the Recording Industry: 1893-1910 Henry Supoznik’s program, rescheduled from last fall, will illustrate his talk with vintage recordings from that era. Join us to find out where our recording industry had it's beginnings. Henry is from the University of Wisconsin, and as you will remember from last year, is a knowledgeable and engaging speaker so we are thrilled to have him back!

Monday, April 6: TBA Monday, April 13: The Madison Brass Quintet Monday, April 20: Clocks in Motion -a UW Madison Percussion Ensemble Monday, April 27: The Pro Arte String Quartet -The world famous group from UW-Madison

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March Highlights Main Street Kitchen to Cater Tuesdays The Food for Thought Survey results show that 70% of its respondents would like the Senior Center to have a soup or salad options. As a monthly trial, we are excited to partner with Main Street Kitchen to do just that on Tuesdays beginning March 3! Menu items will include a 4" sub sandwich and your choice of a cup of soup or pasta salad. The cost will be $5.00. Lunch reservations will need to be made by noon on the day before. Please call 873-8585 for more information, or to place an order.

This is a pilot program, and if it’s successful, will become a regular meal offering. If you know of other catering services that may want to be involved with this pilot program please call the Senior Center with your ideas.

Bunco

March 3 at 1:00 PM New players are always welcome!

Fun with Ping Pong Join a fun group for lots of hoot ‘n’ hollering, great physical exercise and plenty of good-natured competition. The Senior Center Ping Pong group is scheduled three days each week for playing singles and doubles games. Check the next page for specific dates and times. We can reserve one of our two tables for those who haven’t played for awhile, so if you are little rusty, don’t hesitate to come!

Celebrate Spring!

Saturday, March 21, 10:00 AM - 12:00PM

Lunch Bunch Group Friday, March 13, 11:00 AM This month’s destination: VFW Bring a friend or come alone and meet new friends. Call the center to register 873-8585.

CANCELED: Wizard of Oz Fireside Trip on 3/5

2015 FIRESIDE TRIPS Guys on Ice: June 11 Westside Story: September 17 It’s a Wonderful Life: November 5 Registration & payment now handled by: Belleville Senior Citizens Center P.O. Box 267, Belleville WI 53508 (608) 424-6007

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Welcome the birds back to Wisconsin by BUILDING A BIRD HOUSE. Bring your grandchildren.

Call 873-8585 to register.

Games Worth Playing Get ready! It’s coming! The Wisconsin Senior Games offers competitive events for seniors fifty and older. From June 6 – 20, events are held in Madison and the surrounding area. Registration opens April 1.Registration books will be available March 30 or check www.WiSeniorGames.org.

Remember to set your clocks ahead one hour Sunday, March 8

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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 Yoga, (OFF SITE) $4 /class Tuesdays 8:00 AM at Covenant Church Gentle Yoga for Over 50 (OFF SITE) Suggested donation $3-$10 Tue. & Fri. 9:00AM, at Covenant Lutheran Church

Tai Chi -Beginners $7/class Mon.10:30 AM New Students Welcome!!

Tai Chi $7/class, Mon. & Th. 9:00 AM Tai Chi –Advanced $10/class. Mon. & Th. 1:00 PM UW Nutrition Education, Free Topic: Eggs 2nd Thursday, 11:30 AM

Line Dancing Join Us! Free Tuesdays 2:30 PM

Wii Bowling or League Free Main Floor- Call for times or info Wii League Bowlers Needed!

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

Zumba 5:00 PM Wednesdays $4.00 per class, Main Level

Classes & Skill Development Computer/Tech Help Tues. & Thurs., 9:00 - 11:30 AM or by appointment, morning or afternoon. Come with your computer or tech questions. We have 4 computers, 3 iPads & WiFi.

Painting Group, Sept thru May Thur., 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM Free at Vennevoll Clubhouse

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

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

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

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

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

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

Social & Recreation Bridge, Free Mon. & Thurs. 9:30 AM Bunco, $1.00 First Tues. of the month Chess, Free Fri. 10:00 AM Community Bingo, $1 3rd Wed. 1:00 PM Sponsor: Harmony Cribbage Free Every Monday 1:00 PM Euchre 4th Saturday 7:00 PM March 28 Over the Hill Bingo 4th Tues. 1:00PM Bring a “White Elephant” prize for the game Pool Tables—Free/Daily Sheepshead, Thurs. 1:30 PM to 4:15 PM Lessons available Ping Pong, Free Monday 3:00 PM Doubles: Wed. 3:00 Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM Train Dominoes, Free-Easy to Play Thursday 1:00 PM

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Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

March 2015 FRIDAY

2 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 10:30 Beginn. Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Music p. 11 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

3 9:00 Computer/Tech 11:00 COA Meeting 1:00 Bunco

4 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 1:00 Mary Todd Lincoln Presentat.

3:00 Ping Pong 5PM Zumba

5 Fireside Trip Lv.10a 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead

6 8:00 Chair Stretch Veteran’s Assist.

10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Movie

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

10 9:00 Computer/Tech 10 MS Support Group 1:00 Nutrition Presentation 2:30 Line Dancing

11 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 3:00 Ping Pong 5PM Zumba

12 AARP Class 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 11:30UW Food Pgm 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead

13 Shop @ Westgate Veteran’s Assist.

8:00 Chair Stretch 9:30 Mayor/Coffee 10:00 Veteran’s 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11 Lunch Bunch

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Foot Care in PM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:30 Beginn. Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong Attorney Hours Pg. 6

17 Foot Care in AM 9:00 Computer/Tech St Pat’s Lunch and Music Noon 3:00 Grief Support Group

18 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 1:00 Bingo 3:00 Ping Pong 5 PM Zumba

19 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Low VisionGrp. 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead

20 Veteran’s Assist 8:00 Chair Stretch 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong

23 Energy Services 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:30 Beginn. Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong 3:00 Music Apprecia.

24 9:00 Computer/Tech 1:00 Over the Hill Bingo 2:30 Line Dancing

25 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 1:00 Book Group 1:30 Parkinson Grp. 3:00 Ping Pong 5 PM Zumba

26 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9 Blood Press. Chec 9:30 Bridge Noon Lunch & Learn 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead

27 Veteran’s Assist Shop @ South Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Classic Movie NO PD Ex. Class

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

31 9:00 Computer/Tech 1:00 Writing Class New Writers Welcome

Saturday Evening Cards-Euchre Mar. 28 7:00 PM

Stoughton Area Senior Center

March 2015 Menu

All meals provided by: DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FOOD SERVICES MONDAY

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Goulash Casserole California Blend Applesauce Bread Stick / Margarine Vanilla Ice Cream

Swiss Burger on Bun Onion Slice Chuck Wagon Corn Banana Ketchup/Mustard Peanut Butter Cookie $5 Special Meal p.12

Chunky Chicken Salad (w/red & green grapes, nuts & celery) on Lettuce Leaf Pineapple Chunks Sm. Croissant Frosted Brownies

Turkey Roast w/ Gravy Mashed Potatoes Brussel Sprouts Apricots Jell-O Cake

Broccoli Cheese Soup w/Crackers Tuna Salad on WW Bread w/Lettuce Leaf &Tomato Slice Pears Pumpkin Bars

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Pepper Steak w/ Gravy Mashed Potatoes Spinach Apple Slices W. W. Bread Margarine

Chicken & Dumplings Peas Peaches W.W. Bread/ Margarine Lemon Bar $5 Special Meal p.12

Tomato Barley Soup Crackers Sliced Turkey & Cheese on Rye w/Lettuce & Tomato Mandarin Orange Jell-O w/Topping

Beef Tips over Egg Noodles Beets Fruit Cocktail Multi Grain Bread Margarine Orange Sherbet

Mac & Cheese Green Beans Fruit Cup Multi Grain Bread Margarine Brownies

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Chili Tropical Fruit Salad Orange Juice W.W. Bread Margarine Carnival Cookie

Corn Beef Boiled Potatoes Cabbage/Carrots Cinnamon Apples Rye Bread/Marg Shamrock Cookie $5 Special Meal p.12

Meat Balls w/Sauce Spaghetti & Parmesan Cheese Broccoli Flowerets Pineapple Multi Grain White Bread/Margarine

Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole Italian Green Beans Banana W.W. Bread Pie Slice

Baked Fish Rice Pilaf Veg. Blend Apricots W.W. Bread/Marg.

Ginger Snap Cookie

23 Sliced Turkey Ham Baked Potatoes w/Sour Cream Carrot Coins Cinn. Applesauce W.W. Roll/Marg

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Beef Stew Mashed Potato Mandarin Oranges Biscuit/Marg.

Pistachio Pudding w/ Topping $5 Special Meal p.12

Baked Chicken Saucy Sweet Pot. Brussel Sprouts Red Jell-O w/Pear’s W.W. Bread Margarine

Pork Cutlet w/Gravy Mashed Potato Winter Blend Grape Juice Chocolate Ice Cream

Breaded Fish on Bun w/Tartar Sauce Mixed Vegetables Pineapple Jell-O w/Topping

30 Salisbury Steak/ Gravy Mashed Potatoes Squash Peach Slices Multi Grain Bread Margarine

31 BBQ Chicken Breast on Bun Cheese Slice Peas & Onions Banana Carnival Cookie $5 Special Meal p.12

Salad Meals Available at the Center on Thursdays  Mar. 5: Taco Salad  Mar. 12: Chef Salad  Mar. 19: Chinese Chicken  Mar. 26: Garden Salad

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

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

873-8585 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 $9.00 per year.

Call 873-8585.

Senior Center Staff

Commission On Aging

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

All COA 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 Nancy Hoffman —City of Stoughton……………..219-4325 Kay Davis—City of Stoughton ........................... 873-4886 Carol Heidenway—Town of Dunn .................. 835-5472 Nancy Hoffman—City of Stoughton……….….. …...205-2008 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 Sid Boersma—City Council Rep........................ 873-6677 Ron Jensen—Town of Albion………………….…………..228-5963