Yahara Senior News October 2014 newsletter

October 2014,Vol.31 No.10 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 and Center News 6, 10 & 11 Support Groups

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Commission On Aging

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Ongoing Events/Classes 12 Monthly Highlights

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Activity Calendar

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Menu Calendar

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The Stoughton Senior Center Health Fair/Flu Shot

Friday, October 3rd 8:30AM-11:30AM. The Flu vaccine will be available along with other good health information and services. Please bring your Medicare card (Red, White and Blue card).

Improving the Main Floor of Our Senior Center We are currently planning to remodel the main floor of the Senior Center.

The flooring is beginning to show wear and we are wanting to purchase more comfortable chairs for our dining area.

We were able to secure two grants to help with some of the costs for the flooring, but we are still in need of your help to complete all of the updates. We are asking for donations to help with the costs of the new chairs for the main level. The rough estimate for the total project is approximately $17,000. We appreciate any help you can give, no donation is too small. Please contact Cindy McGlynn if you have any questions. 873-8585 Ext:202

Fall Preventions Class: Stepping On Information On Page 11

Healthy Living with Diabetes Information On Page 10

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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-Last Thursday of the month 9:00 AM - 12:00 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

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 Check Your Medicare Annual Notice of Change!

It’s hard to believe but another Medicare annual enrollment period (AEP) is upon us! What’s the annual enrollment period? Each year from October 15 to December 7, Medicare beneficiaries have the opportunity to enroll in, switch, or dis-enroll from Medicare stand-alone prescription drug plans (Medicare Part D) and Medicare Advantage plans (Medicare Part C). During this time, a Medicare beneficiary who has never enrolled in a Part D drug plan or Advantage plan can enroll for the first time and a beneficiary who is already in a Part D drug plan or Advantage plan can disenroll from their current plan or switch from their current plan to a different plan.

You might think that if you already have a drug plan or Advantage plan that you don’t need to think about switching plans during the AEP. No so. Even if you were completely happy with your drug plan or Advantage plan in 2014, you should investigate your options during the AEP because your current plan will be changing and so will the other plans available to you.

For example, some stand-alone Part D plans may not renew for 2015. Not renewing means the company the plan belongs to has decided not to offer that plan in 2015. People who are enrolled in these plans will have to enroll in a new plan during the AEP to have coverage starting January 1, 2015.

Other Part D plans in Wisconsin may have elected to consolidate with another plan offered by the same company. If you are in one of these plans and take no action, you will be automatically enrolled in a different plan offered by the same company effective January 1, 2015. This new plan, though offered by the same company, might be quite different than what you have now. Among other things, it will have a different premium (which may be quite a bit higher than what you have now), a different formulary (which may or may not cover your

drugs), and different out-of-pocket costs for your drugs.

If you want to know what plan you will be put into and what the details of that plan are, the place to look is your annual notice of change. What’s an annual notice of change? It is a notice sent to you by your current plan telling you how your plan is changing for 2015 and, if your plan is not going to be around in 2015, which plan you will be auto-enrolled in and how that plan compares to your current plan. Your current plan is required to mail the annual notice of change to you by September 30. Look for it and read it carefully. If you do not receive your annual notice of change, contact your plan and request it.

If your annual notice of change informs you that your current plan is not renewing and that you will be auto-enrolled in a different plan, you can enroll yourself in whatever plan you want during the annual enrollment period. You be automatically enrolled in the company’s other plan ONLY if you do nothing. Going into a plan offered by your current plan company doesn’t mean that the new plan is your best or most affordable option. Even if the new plan looks acceptable to you, you should schedule an appointment with your friendly neighborhood benefit specialist or call 1-800-Medicare to do a Medicare plan finder.

The plan finder allows you to compare plans based on the individual medications you take and is the only way to determine the most affordable plan for you. Although it may seem counterintuitive, you can’t determine how expensive a plan will be based solely on its premium. True plan costs also depend on the drugs covered and at what amount which depends on the medication you take. Don’t pick a plan based on the company name or the premium amount.

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News: Case Management Information Unfortunately, the vast majority of people do exactly that. Nationally, less than 10% of all seniors picked the Medicare Part D plan that was best for them. To avoid being one of these people is to use the plan finder to select your plan.

If your current plan is renewing and will be around next year, you should still do a plan finder to investigate your options because your 2014 plan can change dramatically and so can all the other available plans. Your plan can become more expensive and other plans can become cheaper. Your plan can change its formulary so that it no longer covers all your medications.

Plans that may not have covered all of your medications last year may now cover them this year.

No one looks forward to the AEP, but with a little work (starting with reading your annual notice of change) you can ensure you’re enrolling in the most appropriate and affordable drug plan for your individual needs.

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

Consumer-Friendly Changes for Wisconsin’s Do Not Call Program Contributed by the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection Consumers may not notice the difference right away, but big changes are just around the bend for Wisconsin’s Do Not Call program. As of August 1, Wisconsin consumers are no longer required to register their numbers every two years to receive protection under state law from unwanted telemarketing calls and text messages, and new registrations will be active the following day rather than the next quarter.

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“The changes to the state’s Do Not Call law will benefit consumers,” said Sandy Chalmers, Division Administrator for Trade and Consumer Protection. “Consumers can sign up once and not have to worry about whether their registrations will lapse or whether there will be a three-month delay before they are protected under the program.”

If a Wisconsin consumer has previously registered their number to the federal list, they do not need to re-register for protection under the new law.

Wisconsin consumers can register their residential landline, cell, or VoIP numbers online at http://nocall.wisconsin.gov or by placing a call from the phone they wish to register to 1-888-382-1222 (TTY: 1-866-290-4236).

After you register, your phone number will show up on the registry the next day. Telemarketers covered by the Wisconsin Do Not Call Registry have up to 31 days from the date you register to stop calling you.

If you receive a call from a telemarketer after 31 days, file a complaint on the DATCP website (http://datcp.wi.gov) or call DATCP’s consumer information hotline at 1-800-422-7128.

For more information on the Wisconsin Do Not Call program, visit http://nocall.wisconsin.gov or call the consumer information hotline.

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Lisa’s

Kitchen Corner Bone-Building Foods

By Christine Mattheis

If you don't eat dairy, you're not doomed to brittle bones. Fill up on these 14 calcium-rich foods that don't contain a drop of milk. Calcium builds healthy bones and teeth and ensures your muscles, cells, and nerves work properly. Adults need about 1,000 milligrams a day—that's a little more than three 8-ounce glasses of milk—but what if you're vegan, lactose intolerant, or just don't like the taste of dairy products? Here's a little-known fact: there are lots of non-dairy foods with calcium. Here are 14 of them and their calcium content: Collard greens: 268 milligrams per 1 cup cooked Broccoli: 86 milligrams in 2 cups raw Broccoli rabe: 100 milligrams in one 2/3-cup serving Kale: 101 milligrams in 1 cup raw, chopped Edamame: 98 milligrams in 1 cup cooked Bok choy: 74 milligrams per 1 cup shredded Figs: 121 milligrams per 1/2 cup dried Oranges: 74 milligrams in one large orange and 27 milligrams in a cup of orange juice Sardines: 351 milligrams in one 3.75-ounce can Canned salmon: 232 milligrams in half a can White beans: 63 milligrams in 1/2 cup cooked Okra:82 milligrams in 1 cup Tofu: 434 milligrams per half cup Almonds: 75 milligrams per ounce (about 23 whole almonds).

Salad Meals Available Thursdays at the Center Call 875-8585 by 1:00 PM the day before

 Oct. 2 Fabulous Spinach Salad  Oct. 9 Taco Salad  Oct. 16 Chef Salad  Oct. 23 Chinese Chicken Salad  Oct. 30 Garden Salad

Needed: Meals on Wheels Drivers Mondays and Thursdays and Substitute Drivers Call Lisa at 873-8585 Ext: 203

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.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. Individuals under the age of 60 must pay the total cost . Meal Site: $7.50 Delivered Meal: $7.75. Suggested donation is $4.00.

Please be reminded that cancellations and reservations must be made by 1:00PM the previous working day. Any cancellations made on the day of, are still subject to payment to the county/center.

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Community &Center News

FREE Community Shredding Event

Saturday, October 4th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Bring your old paperwork and reduce your risk of identity theft.

FREE CONFIDENTIAL SHREDDING UP TO 5 BOXES OR BAGS. Larger amounts welcome, but we ask for a charitable donation.

Night of the Living Wills...

Wednesday, October 29th, at 5:30 PM In honor of this Ghoulish week, come on in for a practical presentation on a topic that is very scary to some people. Join Estate Planning Attorney Eric Christofferson for a discussion on planning for your financial future, and learn that the process is not scary, but actually provides security during what can be scary times.

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.

Exploring the Spirit World

Friday, October 31st, at 1:00 PM. Happy Halloween!

Have you heard things go bump in the night and wondered “what was that”?

Seen things move out of the corner of your eye, but look straight on and there’s nothing there? Heard a song that goes along with your recent thoughts? Smelled a scent that there’s no reason for you to smell, or reminded you of someone you knew, but passed on? Darlynn, from the Believe Store, will be giving a fun, interactive “spooktacular” unveiling on October 31, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. will give some information about this kind of experience and more! Come, and we’ll explore what may be going BUMP in the night.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Area Support Groups Caregiver Group

Multiple Sclerosis Group

Contact:Teressa at 873-8585 for any questions.

2nd Tuesday, 10:00 - 11:30 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center Mandt Room Sept. 16th this month –11:30AM Contact: 873-8585

Diabetic Support Group Comprehensive Medication Review th

Friday, October 17 from 8:30 AM-4:00 PM. Call to schedule your appointment with a pharmacist to review all your current medications (over the counter and prescribed).

——————————-Parkinson and Speech Wednesday Oct. 22 1:30PM Join us as we welcome UW Voice and Swallow Clinic professional Jodi Hernandez. She is a speech language pathologist and swallowing specialist.

Speech issues are common in people with Parkinson’s.

Learn about how to get your speech assessed and the best treatments for people with Parkinson’s. The speaker will also cover Lee Silverman Voice Therapy, which is a program specifically designed to help people with Parkinson’s speak louder.

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

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 5:30-6:30 PM Stoughton Board Room Stoughton Hospital 873-6611

Parkinson Group 4th Wednesday, 1:30-2:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: Hollee at 873-8585

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Community & Center News Healthy Living with Diabetes Tuesdays, Oct. 14 - Nov. 18, 10:00AM - 12:30PM at Stoughton Hospital Are you Type-2 diabetic? This is a problem with your body that causes blood glucose (sugar) levels to rise higher than normal. This is also called hyperglycemia. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes.

Approximately two out of every five Americans will develop type 2 diabetes at some point during their adult lives, according to new U.S. government estimates. Sign up now for “Healthy Living with Diabetes,” a six-week, evidence-based series which teaches selfmanagement skills and increases confidence in managing the condition. Participative sessions build group support as attendees brainstorm, problem-solve, share experiences and form and report on weekly Action Plans.

Topics include nutrition, exercise, stress management and medication, and techniques to deal with symptoms.

Low-cost: refundable $20.00 textbook deposit.

Stoughton Hospital is hosting the class call 873-2356 to register.

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 Mondays between 9:00AM and 4:00 PM: October 13 & 27, November 10 & 24 and December 15.

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Music Appreciation Series is Back!!

The Music Appreciation Series will begin it 12th season of classes on October 20. The classes are held at 3:00 PM on Mondays and last for about one hour. The series is for anyone who loves music and would like to learn more about it. The sessions are free, but donations are welcome. Our series this fall will cover a wide variety of topics and music.

Monday, October 20 3:00 PM First Sounds: Audio from the earliest days of sound recording– 1893-1922.

The class members thoroughly enjoyed Henry Supoznik from the UW Madison last spring when he had period recordings of Jewish and Yiddish music of the 1920s and 30s. His genial manner and great presentation was really appreciated by the attendees so I've invited him to return for another presentation. Mr. Supoznik is in charge of the huge UW collections of old recordings. He will talk about the very beginning of the recording industry and will present many examples of the very earliest recordings ever made. Come join us for this unique presentation.

Monday, October 27 3:00 PM The Harlem Renaissance-Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, and Mary Lou Williams Craig Mason and a live Jazz Ensemble will talk about and perform music from the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s and 30s. You will hear some of the music of Ellington, Strayhorn and Williams to illustrate this exciting time in the history of American music. Come and enjoy the coolness.

The Music Appreciation classes which will also take place every Monday in November.

Watch the newsletter for those programs.

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News: COA & Community Commission on Aging Meeting Highlights for Sept. 2, 2014

Stepping On Class: Fall Prevention Tuesdays Oct. 7th—Nov. 18th 1:00PM to 3:00PM

Meetings are Open to the Public

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Painting on exterior of building has begun.

Should take a few weeks to complete.

Parking could be an issue during project.

Cindy gave update of budget process, the City outcome based process has not completed yet. She will meet with the Mayor soon to go over 2015 proposed budget.

Commission worked on draft of new brochure for the Senior Center. Will review next draft at Oct. meeting Fund raising has started for the main floor renovations. Flooring and chairs will be replaced. Total project will be approx. $35,000. Some grants have been received, private donations are needed to complete the project.

Commission on Aging commended staff on filling in during some difficult staff absences in the past few months.

Next meeting: 11:00 AM, Oct. 7, 2014 Stoughton Area Senior Center

See the City website for full meeting minutes.

Reduce your risk of falling by registering now for “Stepping On,” an evidence-based 7-week, 2-hour class series for older adults.

In a recent study, seniors who completed “Stepping On” experienced a 31% reduction in falls; and in Dane County, data supports a 50% reduction.

This class will be held on Tuesdays, at the Stoughton Area Senior Center. The series is led by a trained medical professional, who will examine medications, home safety, balance, vision and more. Learn simple and fun balance and strength training exercises. The program builds confidence, reduces falls, and prevents hospital stays. This program is sponsored by the SASC and Safe Communities with funding from AAA of Dane County. Total cost is $35.00/person for instruction and materials, and $5.00 for refreshments.

Call to register; space is limited. 873-8585.

Rabies Clinic Saturday October 11tth At the Stoughton City Garage on 4th Street 10:00 to 10:00AM Cats Only 10:30 to Noon Dogs and Cats All Animals must be leashed or in a carrier. $12 per vaccine Questions please call 873-9851

Fireside Theatre Trip We will be traveling to the Fireside Theatre to see A Fireside Christmas on Thursday November 20th. The bus will pick us up at 9:30 AM at the Stoughton Senior Center and the show will be at 1:30 PM. Reservations are needed by October 15th.

Cost is $89.00 for the bus, dinner and show.

Call 873-8585 to sign up.

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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 Line Dancing Every Tuesday 2:30 PM Join Us! UW Nutrition Education, Free Topic: 5 Food Groups 2nd Thursday, 11:30 AM Ping Pong, Free Mondays 3:00 PM Doubles: Wednesday. 3:00 PM Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM

Bridge, Free Mon. & Thurs. 9:30 AM

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

Chess, Free Fri. 10:00 AM

Gentle Yoga for Over 50 OFF SITE Suggested donation $3-$10 Tue. & Fri. 9:00AM, at the Covenant Lutheran Church Zumba is back!!!

5:00 PM Wednesdays $4.00 per class

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 handiwork 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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Social & Recreation

Tai Chi -Beginners $5/class Mon.10:30 AM New Students Welcome!!

Tai Chi Mon. & Th. 9:00 AM $5/class Tai Chi –Advanced $10/class Mon. & Thurs. 1:00 PM

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

Bunco, 1st Tuesday $1.00

Community Bingo, $1 3rd Wed. 1:00 PM Sponsor: Agrace Hospice Cribbage Free Every Monday 1:00 PM Euchre 4th Saturday 7:30 PM October 25 Over the Hill Bingo 4th Tues. 1:00 PM Bring a “White Elephant” Prize for the games 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 Thursday 1:00 PM Easy to learn– Join us

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October Highlights BUNCO Tues. Oct. 2 1:00 PM $1.00 New players welcome! Join the fun!

Campfire Sing-A-long Wednesday, October 15 6:30 PM. Join Paul Otteson and Fox Prairie Elementary students for an evening of fun singing around a “Campfire”. Open to the public. so bring friends and family!

Lunch Bunch Group Friday, Oct. 10 at 11:00 AM

Green Lantern Bring a friend or come alone and meet new friends. Call center to register 873-8585.

Live Music with Catfish River Revue Friday, October 24th at 1:00 PM

Join us for the final performance of the 2014 season!

Celebrate the Octoberfest Season

Monday, October 20th at 12:00 PM. Join us for a barbeque lunch and special music from Joyce Wildt.

She is always a favorite with the crowd. Call for lunch reservations by Oct. 19th. Prost!

Free Movie Fridays Heaven is for Real Friday, October 3 Rated PG

1:00 PM

After his bright young son Colton is rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery, Todd and his wife Sonja are overjoyed by his miraculous survival. But they are wholly unprepared for what happens next.

Lunch & Learn

Thursday, October 16th Noon Join us for a presentation from Michael Hecht, Assistant Director, Leisure and Support Services at Skaalen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Michael will lead us in a discussion on Michelangelo and Leonardo DaVinci.

Why are they famous?

Why are these two great artists presented to each succeeding generation in regards to their great talents? Michael Hecht will offer his personal perspective on these questions with visuals and dialogue. This presentation is being sponsored by Skaalen Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Come just to listen, bring a sack lunch, or call by noon Oct. 15th to reserve your lunch.

Over the Hill Bingo Tues. Oct. 28 at 1:00 PM Bring a “White Elephant” gift to play.

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Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities

October 2014

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

Center Open by Volunteers Saturday Mornings 9-11 AM

Saturday Evening Cards-Euchre October 25 7:00 PMPM

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

2 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

3 Flu Shot 8-11:30 Veteran’s Assist.

8:00 Chair Stretch 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Movie 1:00 PD Exercise

6 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 10 Grief Support Pres 10:30 Beginn. Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

7 Wii Bowling League 9:00 Computer/Tech 11:00 COA Meeting 1:00 Bunco 1 Fall Prevention Class Pg. 11 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

8 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling Grp 3:00 Ping Pong 5PM Zumba Senior Expo at SWAC Center

9 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 9:30 Superintendent 11:30 UW Food Program 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Train 1:30 Sheepshead

10 Veteran’s Assist.

Shop East Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:30 Coffee with the Mayor-Open to all 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:00 Lunch Bunch 1:00 PD Exercise

13 Energy Assistance 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

14 Wii Bowling League 9:00 Computer/Tech Wii Bowling League 10 MS Support Grp 1:00 Fall Prevention Class 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

15 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling Grp 1:00 Bingo 3:00 Ping Pong 5 PM Zumba 6:30 PM Campfire Sing A Long

16 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge Noon Lunch & Learn 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:00 Low Vision Grp 1:30 Sheepshead

17 Med Review Pg. 7 Veteran’s Assist 8:00 Chair Stretch 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 PD Exercise

20 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 Noon Lunch/Music 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong 3:00 Music Apprec.

21 Foot Care in AM Wii Bowling League 9:00 Computer/Tech 1:00 Fall Prevention Class 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing 3:00 Grief Support Group

22 8:00 Chair Stretch 9 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling Grp 1:30 Parkinson Grp. And Speaker pg.7 3:00 Ping Pong 5PM Zumba

23 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

24 Shop South Town Veteran’s Assist 8:00 Chair Stretch 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 PD Exercise 1:00 Music with Catfish River Revue

27 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.

Energy Assistance Day

28 Wii Bowling Lge. 9:00 Computer/Tech 1:00 Writing Class 1 Fall Prevention Class 1:00 Over the Hill Bingo 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

29 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling Grp 3:00 Ping Pong 5PM Zumba 5:30PM Will Presentation pg. 6

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

31 Veteran’s Assist 8:00 Chair Stretch 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 PD Exercise 1:00 Spirit World Presentation pg. 6 HAPPY HALLOWEEN

Stoughton Area Senior Center

October 2014 Menu

All meals provided by: DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FOOD SERVICES

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Various salad meals available on Thursdays at the Center.

Salad information on page 5.

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

873-8585

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

1 Sliced Turkey Ham Scalloped Potatoes Squash Fruit Cup Rye Bread/Marg.

Frosted Cake

2 Ham & Bean Soup Copper Pennies Salad Peach Slices Bread Stick Chocolate Chip Cookie

3 Goulash Casserole California Blend Veg Applesauce Wh Wh Bread/Marg Vanilla Ice Cream

6 Swiss Burger/Bun Onion Slice Ketchup/Mustard Chuck Wagon Corn Apricots Peanut Butter Cookie

7 Chili Tropical Fruit Salad Corn Bread Margarine Candy Cookie

8 Turkey Roast/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Brussel Sprouts Banana Jell-O Cake

9 Ham & Cheese Omelet Bake O’Brien Potatoes Orange Juice Fresh Fruit Lg.Cinnamon Roll Butter

10 Beef Tips over Egg Noodles Beets Fruit Cocktail Wh Wh Bread/Marg Raspberry Sherbet

13 Pepper Steak/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Spinach Apple Slices Multi Gr. Bread Margarine

14 Tomato Barley Soup Crackers Sl. Turkey & Cheese on Rye w/lettuce and tomato Mayo Pkt. Pineapple Jell-O & topping

15 Chicken & Dumplings Baby Carrots Peaches Wh Wh Bread/Marg.

Lemon Bar

16 Mac n Cheese Broccoli Flowerets Pear Half Hard Roll/Margarine Sugar Cookie

17 Spaghetti & Meatballs Parmesan Pkt. Carrot Coins Pineapple Multi Gr. Bread Margarine

20 BBQ Rib on Bone Cheesy Potatoes Brussel Sprouts Fresh Orange Pumpkin Bar

21 Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole Italian Green Beans Grape Juice Wh Wh Bread Pie Slice

22 Pork Cutlet/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Winter Blend Fresh Apple Multi Gr Bread Margarine

23 BBQ Chicken Breast on a Bun Cheese Slice Peas & Onion Banana Candy Cookie

24 Broccoli Cheese Soup/Crackers Tuna Salad on Wh Wh Bread w/tomato and lettuce Apricots Chocolate Ice Cream

27 Salisbury Steak/ Gravy Mashed Potatoes Squash Peach Slices Multi Gr Bread Margarine

28 Sliced Turkey Ham Baked Potato & Sour Cream Brussel Sprouts Cinn. Apples Wh Wh Roll/Marg.

29 Baked Chicken Saucy Sweet Potato Broccoli Flowerets Red Jell-O & Pears Wh Wh Bread Margarine

30 Beef Stew Biscuit/Margarine Mandarin Oranges Pistachio Pudding & Topping

31 Mac N Cheese Green Beans Fruit Cup Multi Gr Bread Margarine Brownies

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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– 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 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 Being Assigned—City Council Rep .................. 873-6677 Ron Jensen—Town of Albion………………….…………..228-5963