SEPTEMBER 2017,Vol.34 No.9
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. Empower, Enlighten, Engage, Enrich In Some Of Our Events: Þ Medicare Seminar Þ Scholarly Scoop Þ Lighthouse Presentation Þ Travelogue Þ Catfish River Review Band Þ Book Discussion Group Þ Stepping On Class Þ Zumba Þ Various Support Groups
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Services:
Stoughton Area Senior Center
Case Management
Transportation Options
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. See back cover for contact information.
FDS Enterprises City Cab/Lift Equipped Van Contact: 873-7233
Blood Pressure Readings Check calendar for times--2nd Wednesday and the last Thursday of the month at the center.
Equipment Loan Closet Equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers may be checked out on a short-term basis to those residing in our case management service area (above). Monetary donations accepted.
Rides to 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. • Ride to Pick ’n Save/Walmart in Stoughton Tues.-Fri. 10:30 AM or 11:30 AM; Donation $2 round trip. No one is denied rides to the meal site or grocery store based on ability to pay. • Mall Shopping, 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.
Volunteer Ride Programs Contact: Richard Hoffman 873-6112, 9AM-4PM
Foot Care Clinic 3rd Monday, 12:30 - 3:30 PM 4th Tuesday, 8:30 AM -11:30 AM Call 873-8585 for an appointment. Cost $20. For Diabetic Foot Care Appointments: $30 Check Calendar for exact dates.
Nutrition Programs Meals are served at the Center or delivered to homebound individuals every weekday. Please see pages 14 & 15 for these programs’ details.
Elder Law & Local Estate Plans Contact: 608-662-0440, edc@dfgrams.com As a service to the community, Attorney Eric Christoffersen will not charge for a meeting at the Senior Center on the 3rd Thursday of the month. If additional work is required you may be offered to retain his law firm for a fee.
Veterans Assistance A Dane County representative is available for appointments 1st & 3rd Fridays. Call (608) 2664158 to schedule an appointment at our Center. 2
RSVP Driver Program Donation-based transportation to medical appointments for seniors 60 years or older. New riders are to call ASAP with qualifying information for approval. Rides based on driver availability; 48-hour advance notice is required. Stoughton United Ministries Affordable Transportation Program Low-income residents of all ages are eligible for free transportation Monday – Friday to various types of appointments in Madison and its nearby suburbs. Anyone whose income is less than 225% of the federal poverty rate is eligible. Also, rides to the City and United Methodist Church Food Pantries are available at no cost. Qualifying individuals are considered based on driver availability. Calls may also be made directly to SUM: 873-3273. Vets Helping Vets Program Volunteer drivers provide medical, job application and support transportation within Dane County for any veterans, including immediate family members regardless of age.
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On GoingClasses/Groups: Senior Center Please see the Activity Calendar on page 13 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 Bean Bag Toss/Corn Hole 1st & 3rd Tuesday 11:00 AM Chair Exercise, $2/class Mon. Wed. Fri. 8:00 AM
Chair Massage 3rd Tuesday Appts. 10AM-12PM Chair Mass. $20 for 15 min. Line Dancing Free Tuesdays, 2:30 PM Ping Pong Free Mondays 3:00 PM Doubles: Wednesday 3:00 PM Singles: Friday 10:30 AM
Reflexology Check Calendar Appts. 1:00 –4 PM $25 /30 Mins. $45/60 Mins. Tai Chi $7/class, Mon. 10:30 AM Tai Chi –Advanced $10/class. Mon.1:00 PM Wii Bowling & League Free Mondays & Fridays 10AM
Norwegian Language Class Wed., 9:00 - 11:00 AM No registration needed $10/class New students welcome!
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 Stoughton Meadows Cribbage Free Every Monday 1:00 PM
Zumba Gold Wed. 5:00 PM Check Calendar $5.00 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. Third Thursday of the month at 3:00 PM. Various Tech Topics will be covered. Check Newsletter for exact topic.
Social & Recreation
Dime Jingle 2nd Wed. 1 PM Euchre 4th Saturday, 7:00 PM Over the Hill Bingo 4th Tues. 1:00PM Bring a “White Elephant” prize
Handiwork, Free Mon.,1:00 PM Bring your current handiwork project & join the conversation.
Ping Pong, Free Monday 3:00 PM Doubles: Wed. 3:00 Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM
Rosemaling Group, Free Wed., 9:15AM
2 Pool Tables Free/Daily
Wood Carving Thru Madison College Thur., 8:00 - 12:00 PM Wood Shop Free — Daily Must take a safety course to use the shop.
Sheepshead, Thurs. 1:30 PM to 4:15 PM Train Dominoes, Free Thursday 1:00 PM
Creative Writing Class Free Last Tues. of month at 1:00 PM
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News: Case Management Information Medicare Part D Open Enrollment Gives Opportunity to Save Money Open enrollment for Medicare plans in 2018 is October 15 through December 7, 2017.
Four Reasons to Check Your Plan: w Your plan may cost more next year (due to changes in deductibles, premiums and co-pays) w Your plan may no longer cover all your medications (they change their formularies) w Your plan may have put restrictions on some of your medications (such as preauthorization, quantity limits and step therapy) w You may be taking different medications now. This is the time that Medicare beneficiaries who are enrolled in Part D prescription drug plans can review their plan to determine if it is still the best one for them. Because insurance companies can change their premiums, deductibles and co-pays, switching to a different plan often results in extra money in your pocket! If you have had changes in your medications this past year it seems obvious that looking into a different plan is a good idea. But even if you have not had medication changes, sometimes the different pricing structure an insurance company imposes will mean that the costs for your same drugs will increase next year. Likewise, a different company may now offer better coverage for those same medications. Some people have saved hundreds of dollars in a year by switching to a different Part D plan. Insurance companies can also change their formularies (the list of medications that they 4
cover) or change the way they cover your medication. In some cases, you will need to get prior authorization before your medication is covered. Sometimes, insurance companies will make you try an alternative drug before they pay for the one you and your doctor have chosen. This is called step therapy. Another restriction to watch out for is quantity limits, where you are limited to a certain number of pills each month. These are more reasons it is important to carefully review your Part D plan each year. People on Senior Care, Wisconsin’s state drug plan, are not affected by this open enrollment period. They only need to renew their enrollment every 12 months. A renewal notice will be sent in the mail to the beneficiary. If you are on Senior Care and have had medication changes, you might want to check on the cost of a part D plan to see if Senior Care is still the best option for you. Assistance with plan comparisons can be obtained through the following resources: w 1-800-MEDICARE or www.medicare.gov w Medigap helpline 1-800-242-1060 w Wisconsin Part D and Prescription Drug Helpline:1-855-677-2783 (Over age 60) 1-800-926-4362 (Age 59 or younger) w Stoughton Area Senior Center 608-873-8585 Take the time to review your insurance options. You just might end up with extra money in 2018!
FRIENDSHIP FUND FOR ACTIVITIES AT THE SENIOR 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. If you would also like to donate to this fund , we welcome your donations. For more information please contact Cindy at 873-8585.
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News: Case Management Information Case Managers schedules do vary at the Stoughton Area Senior Center. Please call ahead to schedule appointments, 873-8585.
What You Need To Know About Enrolling In Medicare If you are turning age 64 this year, the Dane County Area Agency on Aging wants to help you make informed choices about your Medicare options! Some decisions and actions about Medicare need to take place 3-6 months before you turn 65. Don’t wait until you are turning 65 to understand all you need to know about this important benefit. Want easy to understand answers to all of these complex questions? Want easy to understand answers to all of these complex questions? Sign up to attend the following Free Welcome to Medicare Seminar. By attending a seminar, you’ll walk away with the accurate and detailed information you need from unbiased experts in benefit programs. Saturday, September 23, 2017 9-11:30 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center 248 W. Main Street, Stoughton WI 53589 Reservations Required by September 15! Call (608) 873-8585 to reserve your spot!
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
Dunkirk and Albion Case Manager Hours Judy Hoiberg ,Township Case Manager, will have office hours at the Dunkirk Town Hall on Friday, September 22, from 10:00 AM to Noon. She will also hove hours at the Albion Town Hall on Monday, September 25, from 10:00 AM to Noon.
15th RSVP/Triad of Dane County & Triad of Wisconsin Crime Prevention & Safety Conference and Expo Friday, September 22, 2017 7:45 AM - 4:00 PM Hosted by and held at: American Family Insurance, 6000 American Parkway, Madison, WI For more information or to register, contact: RSVP of Dane County: (608) 441-7897, mstamstad@rsvpdane.org If you’d like to register & pay online, visit: www.rsvpdane.org
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News: COA & Community Commission on Aging Meeting Highlights for August 1, 2017 Meetings are Open to the Public
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Senior Center Budget 2018 request for the Program/ Volunteer position to move to full time Committee working on updating Volunteer Handbook and Center brochures Ad hoc committee review Center polices Looking for members representing City and Town of Albion Eagle Scout will be building a new canoe rack for river front
Next meeting: September 5, 2017 at 11:00 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center 248 W Main St. Stoughton
Home Energy Assistance Dates that Energy Services will have appointments in Stoughton are: Tues. Oct. 10, Tuesday Nov. 14, Thursday Dec. 21, Thursday Jan. 25, and Thursday Feb. 15. You must schedule an appointment with Energy Services, Inc. at (608) 333-0333 or 1-800-5065596. For all other questions call 608-267-8601. Appointments are required.
Coffee with Mayor Donna Olson Friday, Sept. 8, 9:30 AM
Find out the latest information about our great city and ask questions you may have.
See the City website for full meeting minutes. The Commission On Aging is looking for members to join our committee from the Township of Albion and the City of Stoughton. Please call Cindy McGlynn for more information at 873-8585.
Photos Taken at Our Center We appreciate your attendance at our programs and events, and we have volunteer photographers who enjoy taking pictures of the activities that go on here. Please be aware that we may share these pictures on our website, on Facebook or in future newsletters. If you do not wish to be photographed, please notify the photographer. Thank you. 6
Book Discussion at the Senior Center Wed. September 27, 1:00 PM Read and discuss A Piece of the World by Christina Barker Kline. Join us for an afternoon of lively discussion with support from the Stoughton Library staff. For questions, please call 873-6281.
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Monthly Highlights Memory Café Tues., Sept. 5 9:30-11:30AM Stoughton Library, Carnegie Room A Memory Café is a social gathering for individuals with memory loss, mild cognitive impairment, early Alzheimer’s or other dementias to meet in a relaxed environment to share common interests. For questions please call (608) 875-8585
MS Support Group
Area Support Groups Breast Cancer Support
Low Vision Support
For individual support please call Judy at 608-770-7829 at Stoughton Hospital.
3rd Thursday, 1:00 - 2:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585
Crohn’s, Colitis & IBD 3rd Wednesday of the month at 5:30 PM Stoughton Hospital Board Room. For questions call Marilyn at 873-7928
Memory Loss Caregiver Support Group 2nd Thursday, 2:00-3:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585
Diabetes Support Group
The group will be going out for lunch this month. Contact Ruth M. for details 608-882-4774
2nd Monday, 6 PM in the Stoughton Hospital Board Room. Contact Deb at 608628-6500 for more information
Exercise & Movement with Parkinson’s
Grandparents/Relatives Raising Their Relative’s Children
Wed. Sept. 27, 1:30 PM Yahara Room Performing exercises daily that are specific to Parkinson’s disease symptoms can help slow the progression of symptoms. Group sessions and getting to know other people with similar difficulties with movement help motivate. Join Emily Devine, Stoughton Hospital Physical Therapist and Certified PWR Instructor to learn more about how exercise can help you.
2nd Saturday of the month, 10:00 AM—12:00 PM The Rainbow Project Office 831 E. Washington Ave., Madison, WI 53703 Child care available Call: Serena Breining (608-255-7356 Ext.324
Multiple Sclerosis Group 2nd Tuesday, 10:00-11:30 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center Mandt Room Contact: 873-8585
Alcoholics Anonymous Stoughton Alano Club 900 Giles Street, Stoughton Contact: (608) 222-8989 www.area75.org/meetings .html?dist=20
Parkinson Group 4th Wednesday, 1:30-3PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585
Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing DHSODHH@wisonsin.gov (855) 359-5252
LGBT Senior Advocacy For current list of groups and events in Dane County, contact Outreach Community Center at (608) 255-8582 or visit www.lgbtseniors.org
Grief Support Group 3rd Wednesday, 2:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Mandt Room Contact: 873-8585
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(608) 873.6464 1200 Nygaard Street Stoughton
RHD Plumbing Inc.
873-8903 MP# 7172
McCARTHY NURSING HOME “Serving the Developmentally Disabled for Over Thirty Years”
Contact David Eck to place an ad today! deck@4LPi.com or (800) 950-9952 x2685
124 S. Monroe 873-7462
Beautiful and Spacious 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments Available for those age 55+
Amenities: Free Heat, Storage, Parking, A/C & Dishwasher Included, Same Floor Laundry, Pets Welcome - Some Restrictions Apply Community Room and Resident Activities
608-838-6515
• Are you eligible for Medicare and Medicaid?
4809 Dale Street, McFarland, WI 53558 • One Bedroom $760.00, Two Bedroom $885.00 Income restrictions may apply. Professionally managed by Oakbrook Corporation
• Do you live in Dane County? • You may be eligible for Care Wisconsin Medicare Dual Advantage.
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Thomas M. Fendrick, Financial Advisor 1609 Hwy 51/138, Ste. 102 Stoughton, WI 53589 Bus. 608-873-8502 TF Fax 877-222-4313 TF. 888-873-8550 www.edwardjones.com
For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com
Stoughton Area Senior Center, Stoughton, WI.
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Jackson St. & Hwy 51
(608) 873-4590
916 Nygaard Lane 873-6635
Funeral Directors: Peter Gunderson Dale Holzhuter Mike Smits Mark Linder
Park Vernon Apartments Elderly (62 years or Better) and Disabled Affordable Housing Pay only 30% of your income when rent-assistance is available
Assistants: Sara Paton Martha Paton Paul Selbo Skyler Gunderson
Wisconsin Management Co. A Better Way...Of Living
www.gundersonfh.com
800-346-8581 Diaz Roofing Company, L.L.C. Bill & Sherry Cress, Matt Cress, Bill Clark, Jessica Dosch Pharo Connie Bakken - Attendant Locally Owned & Managed
12 Garfield St., Edgerton 608-209-5099 or
608-209-5355 10 Years of Experience
www.CressFuneralService.com Corner of Page & Prospect
873-9244
THOR J. ANDERSON, DDS
1520 Vernon Street Stoughton
• FLAT ROOFS • SHINGLING • TEAR-OFFS • CLEANUP
• NEW CONSTRUCTION • REMODELING
608.873.7277
ALL WORK GUARANTEED
www.yaharadental.com
LICENSED & INSURED
METZLER ROOFING 1025 Ridgewood Dr Stoughton, WI 53589 873-0736 Cell 279-3569
• Near Stoughton Senior Center • Older adults 62+ and disabled persons • 1 & 2 bedroom apartments
GREENSPIRE APARTMENTS
608.877.1227
924 Jackson St.
873-7855 This institution is an equal provider & employer
SHORTRIDGE LEGAL SERVICES
Caryl J. Shortridge Attorney at Law Lisa Fernan • 873-8456 Phillip Knutson • 873-5289 Jessica Knutson • 873-7131
Hanson Electronic LTD
Financial Advisors Member SIPC www.edwardjones.com
2384 Jackson St. Stoughton, WI 53589 Call 608-877-9548
Corporate/LLCs Selling/Buying Commercial Real Estate Estate Planning/Wills • Elder Law Estate and Trust Administration
Milton, Wisconsin 608-868-2311 www.shortridgelaw.com caryl@shortridgelaw.com Friendly Hometown Service
SERVICE & REPAIR 608-873-8800
1324 Hwy. 51-138
JONATHAN M. HAJNY ATTORNEY AT LAW Ph: 608/877-4081 FAX: (608) 205-6458 221 Kings Lynn Road Stoughton, WI 53589 hajnylaw@aol.com
Great Waterfront Dining Serving Lunch & Dinner Open Weds-Sat 11am
Nightly Specials 3097 Sunnyside St. www.springersonthelake.com (608) 205-9300
For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com
24-Hour Personalized Care Individualized Therapy Services 4502 Milwaukee 450 ee St Madison, WI
608-249-2137 608 137 Visit us at: www.karmenta.com
Wide variety of Home Health Equipment and Lift Chairs
873-3244
Stoughton Area Senior Center, Stoughton, WI.
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CenterEvents: Educational/Health Bean Bag Toss/Corn Hole Tuesday, Sept. 5 & 19, 11:00 AM Looking for a very fun and easy game to play, and a simple form of exercise? We’ll have it all set up, so stop in to play! Open to all!
Reflexology Thursday, Sept. 7, 1-4:30 PM Monday, Sept. 18, 1-4:30 PM A form of massage that applies deep pressure to reflex points on the feet. The feet are like a roadmap that connects to organs and glands within the body. This practice will leave individuals feeling relaxed as the body's natural equilibrium is restored. Prices are $25 for 30 minutes or $45 for 60 minutes. Sign up early— Spots fill up fast!
Chair Massage Therapy Services Tuesday, Sept. 19, 10:00-12:00 AM Lisa Resch is offering massages in the office space right next to the Senior Center Building. Massage prices are: $20 for first 15 minutes then $1 per minute. Sign up early –spaces fill quickly.
Search and Email Thurs., September 21, 3:00 PM View the slides at: goo.gl/ggRxg2 Searching for answers to questions, and sending and receiving email are at the top of the list of applications used on phones, tablets, and computers. Make your search and email work for you. This presentation explains how to set up and use search and email on Apple iPhones, iPads, and Macs; Microsoft Windows computers, and Google Android devices. No prior experience is needed.
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Moving and Downsizing: What You Need To Know Wednesday, September 20, 10:00AM Hear from the experts on how to downsize with ease. Tips and tricks will be offered on how to clear away clutter. Resources will also be offered along with demonstrations.
Your Senior Center Heard You, 135 respondents noted in the Senior Center’s last large-scale survey, that their preferred form of receiving information was: • “Yahara Senior News” SASC newsletter (42%) • Stoughton Courier-Hub (28%) • Internet (20%) • SASC website (15%)
And here’s what we’re doing… We’re thankful to know these areas of our focus are serving our readers well! We will continue to focus our efforts in these areas. Our staff have attended some recent trainings and have goals for ways to increase our exposure on social media. Plus, our Public Relations Committee has a recommendation list of website updates to present to the City’s new IT Director .
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Oktoberfest Party Oct. 4 12-2:00PM Flu Shot Clinic Fri. Oct. 6 8:30-11:30 AM Stepping On Class-Fall Prevention Thursdays 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Call Jill at 335-8654 for more information. AARP Smart Driving Class Thurs. October 26 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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CenterEvents: Arts & Entertainment Friday Movie
Scholarly Scoop
Friday, Sept. 1, 1:00 PM Gifted
Friday, September 15, 10:00-11:00 AM Join us in welcoming Joshua Mabie, Associate Professor of English and author of “New Nature Writing and Wisconsin Landscape Words”. A group of young British writers and poets called “The New Nature Writers” have recently worked to preserve old, particular, and odd words for British landscape features that are in danger of being lost to globalization and technology. Wisconsin doesn’t have nearly as long a history as Britain, but we do have just as many wonderful and strange landscape features and phenomena to describe. Therefore, in addition to providing an introduction to some of the best New Nature Writers, this talk will explore ways to engage and describe Dane County’s beautiful countryside and natural areas. About the Speaker: Dr. Josh Mabie studies ways that writers engage particular places and represent environmental challenges. He has taught in the English department at UWWhitewater since 2012. In addition to scholarly essays that he has recently published on topics such as climate change and the New British Nature Writers, Dr. Mabie is currently writing an environmental history of Stoughton and a collection of essays about the farm he purchased last fall just east of town on Highway 51.
The story follows an intellectually gifted 7-year-old who gets caught up in a custody battle between her uncle and grandmother.
Classic Movie Friday September 15, 1:00 PM Roman Holiday Romantic comedy with Gregory Peck as a reporter and Audrey Hepburn as a royal princess out to see Rome on her own.
Catfish River Revue Musical Entertainment Friday, September 22 1:00-2:00 PM
Enjoy some of our favorite local entertainers, and listen to classic County and Bluegrass music. Come early to grab a seat!
Rosemaling Class Tuesdays from September 26 thru November 7 6:00– 8:00 PM Mary Knoflicek will teach the class. Cost is $65 and includes supplies for beginners and more advanced projects. More supplies can be added for a nominal fee. Please sign up at the reception desk by September 21 and payment can be made the first night of class. 873-8585.
Hawaiian Elvis Wed, September 27 1:00-2:00 PM Alan Graveen will be back as Elvis!!! Enjoy listening to songs from Blue Hawaii , Girls, Girls, Girls, Paradise, Hawaiian Style and from the 1973 Elvis Concert Aloha Tour!
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CenterEvents Travelogue– Thailand
Lighthouse Presentation Wed., September 6 10:00-11:00 AM Barb and Ken Wardius, authors and photographers of the book “Wisconsin Lighthouses-A Photographic and Historical Guide” will offer a presentation highlighting many of Wisconsin’s historical beacons. You will see stunning images of the lights in the state, including Cana Island Lighthouse, Wisconsin Point Light, Sand Island Light, Rockwell Lighthouse, Rawley Point, Wind Point and many more in a combination of lecture, story telling and music.
Wed., September 27, 3:00 PM Popular travel show host Rudy Maxa offers this hands-on guide to colorful Thailand. See the labyrinthine streets of Bangkok, the lush jungle of the Golden Triangle and the drop-dead gorgeous Andaman Coast. Maxa explains how to get the most out of your trip, from the food in street markets and visiting ancient shrines, to exploring remote villages and paddling through pristine coastal waters.
Lunch Bunch at Ray’s in Edgerton Friday, September 8 , 11:00 AM Get out and meet new friends or come with a friend . To register 873-8585. New participant’s welcome.
Culture Presentation Indonesia Tues., September 12, 1:00-2:00 PM Join us this month as Cummins’ employees present on the country of Indonesia.
Coming Soon... Contract Bridge Refresher Course If you’ve played before, but feel that you’re out of practice, than this free class is for you. Contact Tricia Nicoll for information or to sign up at 873-8585 .
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Coffee Counter At The Center Our coffee counter is a busy area here at the Senior Center. Lots of folks enjoy a cup of coffee, treat or water with a friend or class throughout the day. It is important that everyone contributes to paying for all of the items on our counter and in our fridge. All the items are bought by the Center. (Other than the generous donation from Fosdal’s and water and soda that are sometimes supplied by personal donations). There are no monies budgeted for these items and everything is paid for from the donations received for the coffee counter in the wooden box. If we do not receive enough in contributions, we will not be able to provide the selection or variety of things offered currently. I recently saw a sign at another Senior Center at their coffee area that said “donation doesn’t mean free”. I think if everyone keeps in mind to make contributions for what they take, we will have more than enough to provide lots of items for everyone to enjoy. Thank you for your help.
Cindy McGLynn– Director
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Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities MONDAY
TUESDAY
Saturday Euchre Sept. 23 Doors Open 6:30 PM
New Players Welcome
SEPT 2017
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
Medicare Seminar Saturday Sept. 23 9-11:30 AM
1 Shop @ East Town
Saturday Mornings Center Open by Volunteers 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Veterans Assistance 8:00 Chair Stretch 10:00 Chess 10:00 Wii Bowling 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Movie
5 9:00 Computer Help 11:00 COA Meeting 11:00 Bean Bag Toss 1:00 Bunco 2:30 Line Dancing
6 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian 9:15 Rosemaling 10 Lighthouse Presentation 2:00 Spanish Class 3:00 Ping Pong 5:00 Zumba
7 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Reflexology 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead
8 Shop at West Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:30 Coffee w/ Mayor 10:00 Chess 10:30 Wii Bowling 10:30 Ping Pong 11:00 Lunch Bunch 1:00 PD Exercise 1:20 View on the Big Screen Brewers/Cubs
12 9:00 Computer Help 10 MS Support Grp. 1:00 Cultural Presentation Indonesia 2:30 Line Dancing
13 8 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian 9:15 Rosemaling 10 Blood Press Chk 1:00 Dime Jingle 2:00 Spanish Class 3:00 Ping Pong NO Zumba
14 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead 2:00 Memory Loss Caregiver Group
15 Shop at Farm/Fleet Veterans Assistance 8:00 Chair Stretch 10 Scholarly Scoop 10:00 Chess 10:30 Wii Bowling 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Classic Movie 1:00 PD Exercise
18 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Wii Bowling 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi Foot Care in PM 1:00 Reflexology 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 2:00 Spanish Class 3:00 Ping Pong
19 9:00 Computer Help 10–12 Chair Massages by Appt. 11:00 Bean Bag Toss 2:30 Line Dancing
20 8 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian 9:15 Rosemaling 10 Moving/downsize Presentation 1:00 Bingo 2:00 Grief Support 2:00 Spanish Class 3:00 Ping Pong 5:00 Zumba
21 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Low Vision Grp. 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead 3:00 Computer Class Search & Email Attorney Hours in PM
22 Shop at Target/West 8:00 Chair Stretch 10:00 Chess 10:00 Wii Bowl 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Catfish River Revue Band 1:00 PD Exercise
25 8 Chair Stretch 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Wii Bowling 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 2:00 Spanish Class 3:00 Ping Pong
26 Foot Care in AM by Appt. 9:00 Computer Help 1:00 Over the Hill Bingo 1:00 Writing Group 2:30 Line Dancing 6:00 Rosemaling Class
27 8 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian 9:15 Rosemaling 1:00 Elvis Show 1:00 Book Disc. Grp 1:30 Parkinson Grp 2:00 Spanish Class 3:00 Travelogue 3:00 Ping Pong 5:00 Zumba
28 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Computer Help 9-12 Blood Press. Ck 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Train Dominoes 1:30 Sheepshead
29 Shop at Hilldale 8:00 Chair Stretch 10:00 Chess 10:00 Wii Bowl 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 PD Exercise
4 Staff Holiday
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8:00 Chair Stretch 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Wii Bowling 10:30 & 1 Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 2:00 Spanish Class 3:00 Ping Pong
Kitchen Corner
Eating Right Doesn't Have To Be Complicated
Senior Center Nutrition Program: Meals are provided by Dane County through Consolidated Food Services. They are packed, delivered and served by Senior Center staff and volunteers. If you are a vegetarian or have special dietary needs, please talk with staff regarding your meal options. Home Delivered Meals: Meal delivery is available to homebound older adults in the Stoughton Area School District in Dane County every weekday. The Home Delivered Meal menu for the month is on the following page. Nutrition Site: The Senior Center serves lunch every weekday at 12:00 PM. The Nutrition Site offers meals from the menus on p.15. Note the below salad choice available on Thursdays only at the center. Page 2 for transportation info. 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: Site: $10.23 Delivered Meal: $8.54. Please be reminded that reservations should be made by 1:00 PM the previous working day. Any cancellations made on the day of, are still subject to payment to the center/county. Thank you.
Substitute Meals On Wheels Drivers Needed Contact Kim 873-8585
Simply begin to shift to healthier food and beverage choices. These recommendations from the Dietary Guidelines for Americans can help get you started. · Emphasize fruit, vegetables, whole grains and low-fat or fat-free milk and milk products. · Include lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs and nuts. · Make sure your diet is low in saturated fats, trans fats, salt (sodium) and added sugars.
Make Your Calories Count Think nutrient-rich rather than "good" or "bad" foods. The majority of your food choices should be packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber and other nutrients, and lower in calories. Making smart food choices can help you stay healthy, manage your weight and be physically active.
Focus on Variety Eat a variety of foods from all the food groups to get the nutrients your body needs. Fruits and vegetables can be fresh, frozen or canned. Eat more dark green vegetables such as leafy greens and broccoli and orange vegetables including carrots and sweet potatoes. Vary your protein choices with more fish, beans and peas. Eat at least 3 ounces of whole-grain cereals, breads, crackers, rice or pasta every day.
Know Your Fats FRIDAYS Are Salad Day at the Senior Center Sept. 1: Hummus Plate Sept. 8: Pulled Pork Sante Fe Salad Sept. 15: Harvest Salad Sept. 22: Chicken Confetti Salad Sept. 29: Tuna Salad To Order Call by Noon the Day Before 873-8585
Look for foods low in saturated fats and trans fats to help reduce your risk of heart disease. Most of the fats you eat should be monounsaturated and polyunsaturated oils. Check the nutrition facts panel on food labels for total fat and saturated fat. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
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Stoughton Area Senior Center
SEPT 2017 MENU
All meals provided by: DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FOOD SERVICES MONDAY
TUESDAY
For All Lunch Reservations Please Call 873-8585 by Noon The Prior Day Before
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
1 Salisbury Steak Mashed potatoes Carrots Rye Bread/Marg. Jell-O w/Fruit Cocktail
Vegetarian Meals and Friday Salads Are Available for Home Delivered Meals
VO- Salisbury Veggie Patty
VO/Vegetarian Option
4 No Meals Today 5 BBQ Ribs Twice Baked Potato Baked Beans Dinner Roll/Butter Apple Pie VO– Veggie Wrap
11 Chicken Salad on W.W. Bun w/Lettuce Carrot Sticks Marinated Tomatoes Fruit Cup Sugar Cookie
12 Ham/Swiss Croissant
VO- Egg Salad on Bun
VO- Cheese Sandwich
(NAS – Turkey Croissant)
w/2 Let. & Mayo Pkt.
Kidney Bean Salad Banana Lemon Bar
FRIDAY
6 Baked Mostaccioli Tossed Greens w/Ranch Dressing Orange Bread Stick Frosted Cake
7 Grilled Chicken on Bun w/Let, Tom. & Mayo Carrots Green Beans Jell-O w/Peach Slices
8 Roast Beef w/Gravy Mashed Potatoes w/G Roasted Corn MG Bread w/Marg. Apple Crisp
VO–Veggie Meatballs in Tomato Sauce w/ Mozzarella Cheese
VO- Black Bean Burger
VO- Veggie Patty
14 Meat Sauce over Spaghetti Noodles Peas Garlic Bread Stick Parmesan Packet Strawberry Jell-o w/ Pineapple
15 Biscuits and Gravy Hash Brown Patty Tomato Juice Mandarin Oranges Cinnamon Roll
13 Roast Pork w/Gravy (NAS – Chicken Breast)
Mixed Greens w/French Dressing Corn Fruit Cocktail W.W. Bread/Marg. Vanilla Pudding
VO- Spinach/Cheese Quiche
VO- Soy Meat Sauce VO- Veggie Patty
18 Swiss Steak Rice Mixed Greens w/3 Tomato Slices & Italian Dressing Fruit Cup Oatmeal Cookie
19 Chicken Macaroni Salad Four Bean Salad Orange Jell-o w/Peaches VO- Pasta Salad w/ Cheese
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Cheeseburger/WW Bun w/Let. & Tom. BBQ Baked Beans Banana Ketchup/Mustard Lemon Raspberry Cake
VO- Veggie Meatballs
VO- Egg Salad Sandwich
25 Au Gratin Potatoes w/Diced Ham
27 Chicken Cacciatore Egg Noodles Pea Salad Diced Peaches WW Bread/Marg. Sherbet
26 Beefy Mac-NCheese Carrots (NAS – Au Gratin Potatoes Apple w/Diced Chicken) Strawberry Shortcake Mixed Vegetables w/Topping Fruit Cup Rye Bread/Marg. VO- Mac-N-Cheese Choc. Ice Cream VO- Au Gratin w/Soy Meat
21 Italian Sausage
22 Breaded Fish w/tartar
(NAS – Grilled Chicken Sandwich)
sauce
w/Peppers & Onions
Carrots Mandarin Oranges Pineapple Cake w/ Frosting VO- Vegetarian Wrap
28 Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes w/G Mixed Greens w/3 Tomato Slices & French Dressing W.W. Bread/Marg Jell-O w/Diced Pears
VO- Soy Meat Sauce VO-Veggie Patty
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½ Baked Potatoes w/Sour Cream & Marg
Corn MG Bread/Marg Pineapple Fluff VO- Baked Potato w/ Veggie Cheese Sauce
29 Beef Burrito Bake Spanish Rice Corn Diced Pears Chocolate Chip Cookie Packet VO- Veggie Burrito Bake
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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 Kelly Janda—Case Manager-Stoughton Erin Bleck—Case Manager-Stoughton Marla Janssen—Case Manager Stoughton (M-W) Kim Whitford—Nutrition Coordinator Tricia Nicoll—Volunteer/Program Coordinator Kristin Ott—Receptionist /Office Assistant (M-Th )
All COA Meetings Are Open To Public
Township Case Managers Albion & Dunkirk Judy Hoiberg (M and F) Cell Number 608-335-6677 Office is at the Stoughton Area Senior Center Pleasant Springs, Rutland and McFarland 838-7117 Lauren Kelly, McFarland Outreach Dunn, Cambridge & Christiana 838-7117 Sara Sprang, McFarland Outreach Appointments can be made for home visits, or at the Stoughton and McFarland Outreach offices.
Bob Barnett—City of Stoughton ...................... 873-5527 Rosalind Gausman—Town of Dunn ............... 835-3077 Lou Havlik—City of Stoughton ..........................873-4915 Nancy Hoffman—City of Stoughton ................ 219-4325 Dennis Kittleson—City Council Rep................873-6677 Open Position—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 .................... 332-8723 Charlotte Snow—City of Stoughton................. 205-1281 Faith Schuck—Town of Pleasant Springs………...234-0759 Sue Wollin—Town of Rutland……………………....455-4374 Open Position—Town of Albion. .......................................