MAY 2012,Vol.29 No.5 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/Center News
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Support Groups
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Commission On Aging
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Community News/Info
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Ongoing Events/Classes
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Monthly Highlights
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Activity Calendar
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Menu Calendar
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SYTTENDE MAI EVENTS AT THE STOUGHTON SENIOR CENTER All Are Welcome Syttende Mai Headquarters Thursday May 17 Open 8:00 am to 4:30 pm 11:00 am Fox Prairie School Norwegian Program 6:30 pm Hall of Fame Induction Friday May 18 Open 8:00 am to 4:30 pm 8:30 to 10:30 am Special Lefsa Demonstration Saturday May 19 Chose’s Coney Dog Meal $5.00 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday May 20 Chose’s Coney Dog Meal $5.00 11:00 am to 3:00 pm or until sold out Volunteers are appreciated Please contact Lisa by Friday May 11 Donations to cover costs are appreciated
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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
Stoughton City Cab/Lift Equipped Van Contact: 873-7233 RSVP Driver Program Donation-based transportation for medical appointments; 48 hour notice recommended. Contact: Richard Hoffman 873-6112 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. 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.
Financial Education Counselor
Individual appointments available Thursdays for anyone who has questions about basic money management issues. Free. Call Sue Taylor to schedule an appointment (608) 283-1259.
Blood Pressure Readings
No appointments needed 2nd Monday of the month, 10:00 -11:00 AM Last Thursday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM &1/2 hour before Bingo days
Foot Care Clinic
Offered third full week of the month Monday, 12:30 - 3:30 PM Tuesday, 8:30 AM -11:30 AM Call 873-8585 for an appointment. Cost $15. For Diabetic Foot Care Appointments: $25 Tuesdays 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM at our Center Please see our Stoughton Area Guide for Senior Services available at the Senior Center or on our website at www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior, for a more complete list of the following services: Food Pantry • Medical • Housing • Financial Mental Health • Home Health • Respite Fitness/Wellness • Care Facilities For further assistance, please call the Senior Center (608) 873-8585
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Older Adults Can Be Bullies, Too Today we often read about cyberbullies among young people, but bullying also plagues senior centers, senior apartments, assisted living facilities and nursing homes. Between 10 and 20 percent of residents in senior care homes are mistreated by peers, says Robin Bonifas, an Arizona State University gerontology expert. Bullies may be male or female, young or old, rich or poor. Their reasons for bullying even vary from anger to a desire to dominate others to the need to build themselves up by putting others down. They come in many shapes and sizes, but some similarities occur among bullies. Often bullies lack empathy and give little thought to actual damage that their words and actions cause. They feel the need to dominate others, but often bully those who are weaker or less likely to fight back. These are some hurtful actions of "mature" bullies: 1. Block off seats for their little cliques at mealtimes and events. Common adult bullying methods include isolating an individual, dismissing a person’s ideas or ignoring someone completely.
3. Steal and destroy property to flaunt their power and harass victims. 4. Physically abuse victims by pushing, hitting, punching, or kicking them. They sometimes justify this as an "accident."
Bullying among older adults gets less attention generally than among children and adolescents because it is generally verbal rather than physical. Often, a person doesn’t even understand why he or she has been chosen for bullying. Usually it involves behaviors such as shunning/excluding someone, “You can’t sit here - I am saving this for a friend,” or sarcasm and pointed verbal comments targeting their victim or spreading gossip and rumors. However, it can lead to physical violence as in the September 2009 case of a 100-year-old nursing home resident in Dartmouth, MA, who was killed by her 98-year-old roommate. The 98-year-old thought her roommate was “taking over the room” and was reportedly jealous at the number of visitors the victim had. Fortunately bullying in older adults doesn’t usually lead to such tragedies but it all too often creates great distress for the victims and can cause or increase depression and anxiety.
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axãáM Case Management Services All staff in Senior Centers, Apartment Managers, Senior Center participants, apartment & long term care residents, and families need to be committed to promoting equality and respect and to have zero tolerance for bullying. At all ages empathy is the best antidote for bullying. Hopefully the new emphasis in schools on preventing bullying will make the next generation of older adults more empathic and ensure that there will be one less indignity that our elders need to fear. What can be done? All of the following strategies should be utilized against bullying. One strategy isn’t typically enough to overcome a bully permanently. Realize that bullying is taking place. Victims of bullies may wonder why they’re being targeted and even accept bullying as something deserved. Bullies thrive on projecting their problems on victims. Bullying isn’t ever acceptable and is never the fault of the victim. One of the greatest defenses against bullying is support and communication. Individuals who isolate themselves and don’t have a support system of family and friends are more likely to become the targets of bullying. A support system allows a person to be more confident about exposing bully behavior. In some cases, speaking out against a bully, with other supporters present, solves the issue quickly because bullies prefer victims who suffer in silence.
Respond in support of those whom you notice are being bullied – Albert Einstein once stated, The world is a dangerous place; not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing. Standing up for a bully victim helps others stand confidently as well. Get counseling to deal with the mental health issues that are often related to bullying. Both bullies and their victims need mental health help to overcome their roles. If you’ve been bullied and choose not to get professional help, you may find yourself the target of ongoing or new bullying. Older adults struggle with exposing bullies, often feeling that they won’t be believed or that the bully will respond more harshly. If you need help handling a bullying situation, please contact a Case Manager at the Stoughton Senior Center at 873-8585. Source: theemployeeassistanceprogram.com & Frances Shani Parker on KevinMD.com
Older Americans Month 2012
Is celebrated each May to honor and recognize older Americans for the contributions they make to our families, communities and society. This year's theme “Never Too Old to Play” encourages older Americans to stay engaged, active and involved in their own lives and in their communities. http://www.olderamericansmonth.org/
Keep a documentation journal –a written journal documenting the bullying allows the victim to begin gaining control and creates a tool for exposing the bully.
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Kitchen Corner
Rhubarb the “Pie Plant” Rhubarb has edible, long, fleshy petioles. It is classified as a vegetable. Because of its versatility, rhubarb can be used for baking pies, cakes, muffins, breads, cookies, bars and squares, and more! Nutritionally, it is low in calories. (1 cup contains about 26 calories.) The “pie plant” contains a fair amount of potassium, vitamin C, vitamin A, dietary fiber and calcium. Unfortunately the calcium content it supplies is bound by oxalic acid and is not easily absorbed by the body. Calcium from plant sources is not usually absorbed by the body as well as calcium from dairy products.
Coffee with our Mayor 2nd Friday, 9:30-10:30 AM Visit with Mayor Donna Olson Hear the latest City news, ask questions and share your concerns.
Recipe of the Month Quick Rhubarb Pickles Recipe from Rachael Ray Makes 3 jars (10 ounces) 2 cups cider vinegar 1 ½ cups sugar 1 ½ tablespoon coarse salt ½ teaspoon yellow mustard seeds 10 whole cloves 10 whole black peppercorns 1 piece (1 ½ inch long) fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced 1 lemon 1 pound fresh rhubarb, cut crosswise into ¾ inch pieces. In a nonreactive medium saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, salt, mustard seeds, cloves and peppercorns. Cook over medium heat stirring occasionally, until the sugar is just dissolved, about 5 minutes. Add the ginger, then use a vegetable peeler to slice strips of zest from the lemon; add to the saucepan. Let the liquid cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Divide the rhubarb into 3 clean, small glass jars. Ladle in the cooled brine mixture. Top with the lids and refrigerate the pickles for 2 days before eating.
NUTRITION PROGRAM INFORMATION All meals are provided by Dane County.
Consolidated Food Services. They are packaged, delivered and served by Senior Center volunteers. If you have special dietary needs, please call and talk with Lisa regarding your meal options. Nutrition Site: The Senior Center serves lunch every weekday at 12:00 PM. See menu on page 15. Home Delivered Meals: Meal delivery is available to homebound older adults in the Stoughton Area School District every weekday. In 2011, there were 19,671 meals delivered. Cost of Meals : Individuals 60 years or older pay by donation. The minimum suggested donation is $3.00/meal. Individuals under the age of 60 must pay the total cost of the meal. Meal Site: $6.15 Delivered Meal: $6.40. Please be reminded that cancellations and reservations should be made by 1:00pm the previous working day. Any cancellations made on the day of, are still subject to payment to the county. S TOUGHTON A REA S ENIOR C ENTER • 248 W. Main St., Stoughton WI 53589
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VÉÅÅâÇ|àç 9 VxÇàxÜ axãá Agrace HospiceCare Offers Service to Help Individuals Manage Their Own Chronic Illness
You may know someone with a chronic or serious illness who’s trying to manage their own care. They would benefit from the coordinated care associated with hospice, but they’re not eligible for hospice services. Now, Agrace HospiceCare is offering a new service for chronically or seriously ill people, Agrace Care Navigation. A registered nurse works with participants to help them manage their pain and symptoms, manage medications, coordinate health-care appointments, better understand their condition and more. Phone support is provided 24/7. For people struggling to manage their illness, Agrace Care Navigation can be an affordable solution. The monthly subscription fee pays for itself by improving overall health, reducing costs related to ER visits and hospitalizations, and providing the participant and family with peace of mind and more time to enjoy together. For more information about Agrace Care Navigation, contact John Van Dyke at (608) 3277281.
FIRESIDE DINNER AND SHOW Legally Blonde The Musical May 24 We will be joining the Belleville Senior Center in traveling to the Fireside Theatre to see this entertaining performance. The bus will pick us up at 9:30 AM at the Stoughton Senior Center and the show will be at 1:30 PM. Cost is $89.00 for the bus, dinner and show. Call 873-8585 to sign up.
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Small Group Tour of Lake Kegonsa State Park Tuesday May 8 10:00 AM Meet with a Ranger to discuss recreational and volunteer opportunities, talk a short hike and have a picnic lunch. Call the Center for more details and to sign up for this event 873-8585
29th Annual Wisconsin Senior Games
June 2 to June 9, 2012 Some of the events are euchre, Wii bowling, cribbage, tennis, dart ball, volleyball, trap, softball and swimming. Check the website or the information sheet at our senior center. Register on-line www.wiseniorgames.org Let the Games Begin!!
Essay Contest Winners Luncheon The Stoughton Area Senior Center, Wisconsin Association of Senior Centers, and the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups sponsors an essay contest each year for sixth graders across the state of Wisconsin. Participating students wrote an essay on “ My Best Older Friend” or “My Grandparents”. Congratulations to our 6th grade essay contest winners Alexa Nelson and Thomas Hauser from River Bluff School. Their essays have been submitted to the statewide contest. We will be having a special lunch presentation at noon on Thursday May 24th where you can hear their essays, enjoy lunch and help us celebrate. Please call 873-8585 by noon May 23 to reserve your lunch.
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Area Support Groups Caregiver Group
Caregiver Stress: How do you recognize & respond to it? Join other caregivers to discuss this topic Thursday, May 10, 2:00-3:00 pm.
Modified Exercise
Would you like to exercise but have movement, balance or coordination issues? On Tuesdays at 1:00 pm, beginning May 22, our Zumba Gold instructor Kristi Downing will be offering a beginners class just for you! Class participation during the introductory period (May 22June 12) is free. Call Hollee Camacho at 873-8585 for details.
Agrace HospiceCare to Offer Two Seminars
“Help for Your Aging Parents…and You” Tues., May 8, 6:30–8:00 pm Pre-registration is requested; please call Amy Ketterer, Agrace at (608) 327-7202. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
“Caregiver Support Discussion Group,” Tues. May 15, 1:00—2:30 p.m. at Agrace. Call Deb Tripalin at (608) 327-7418 for more information. Both seminars take place at Agrace HospiceCare, 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway in Madison.
2nd Thursday, 2:00-3:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585
Diabetic Support Group Meets the 2nd Monday of the month at 6 p.m. in the Stoughton Hospital Board Room. Please call Deb at 608628-6500 for more information or to reserve a seat.
Grandparents Raising Their Relative’s Children
2nd Sat., 10:00 AM -12:00 PM The Rainbow Project Office 831 E. Washington Ave., Madison Child care & transportation available to those in need. Contact: Rose Roh, 249-2209 Ethel Dunn, 238-8751
Hope Chest Breast Cancer Support
3rd Monday, 6:00 - 7:30 PM Stoughton Hospital, Board Rm. 900 Ridge Street Contact: 877-3476
Low Vision Support
Multiple Sclerosis Support
2nd Tuesday, 10:00 - 11:30 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center Mandt Room Contact: 873-8585
Older Adult Alcoholics Anonymous
Every Tuesday, 2:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room, 2nd Floor In order to maintain confidentiality individuals may enter/exit from building’s back NW corner door. Contact: Earl German 246-7606 ext. 1182
Grief Support Groups
Contact Agrace HospiceCare www.agracehospicecare.org Madison Office: 276-4660 Janesville Office: 755-1871
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin Information, education,
advocacy and support services including a 24/7 Helpline. 232-3400 or (888) 308-6251 toll-free support@alzwisc.org
3rd Thursday, 1:00 - 2:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585
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See right sidebar for a new modified exercise program with a free trial!
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Meeting Highlights for April 3, 2012 Director Comments Senior Center received a grant to support a contracted Volunteer/Program Coordinator staff position COA Committees up for reorganization at next meeting in May; be prepared to report on your committee standing preferences We will be selling Coney Dogs outdoors during Syttende Mai weekend; we welcome donations to cover supplies and volunteers to assist with sales Waiting Council Affairs /Council Policy Committee’s review of COA’s memo to establish an endowment investment fund Program & Evaluation Committee: Creating a short survey to evaluate the benefits of our programming Discussing “Stoughton day trips” and other new program opportunities Volunteer Committee: Discussion of committee’s responsibilities needed with news of Volunteer/Program Coordinator staff position Full meeting minutes at: http://stoughtoncitydocs.com/commission-onaging/ Next meeting- 10:00 a.m. May 1, 2012 Senior Center, Stoughton Room
Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation Grapevine Project Classes at the Stoughton Area Senior Center The goals are to help women and their families reach their healthiest potential and become advocates for their own health and improve the overall quality of life for women and their families. They provide programs that focus on education, prevention, and early detection. Two parish nurses from Stoughton are bringing the Grapevine health programs to us. Sue Richards, Parish Nurse at Covenant Lutheran Church and Jane Jenson, Faith Community Nurse at Lake View Church are partnering to provide the following units to women at the Stoughton Senior Center : MAY 24 at 1:00 PM: Oral Health: Women receive information on oral health and how it affects your overall health. A toothbrush and toothpaste will be given. JUNE 28 at 1:00 PM: Bone Health: Women receive information on osteoporosis including signs, symptoms and how to prevent it. Exercise bands for weightbearing and muscle-strengthening exercises will be given Please register for the class at 873-8585
SHARE Food Buying Network will be ending after their May distribution. Thank you for your past support. For more information call Rhonda Garfoot at 873-8915
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fxÇ|ÉÜ VxÇàxÜM Ongoing Programs Please see the Activity Calendar on page 14 for exact dates and times of the following programs. You may call the Senior Center Receptionist at (608) 873-8585 for further information.
Fitness & Wellness Chair Exercise, $2/class Mon. Wed. Fri. 8:00 AM Chair Massage, $10/15-mins. This month: May 2 & 16 Call to schedule appointment. Line Dancing Every other Tues. 2:30 PM UW Nutrition Education, Free Topic: Salads 4th Thursday, 11:30 AM Ping Pong, Free Doubles: Wednesday. 3:00 PM Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM
Tai Chi -Beginners, $5/class Mon. & Thur. 9:00 AM
Social & Recreation
Tai Chi –Advanced, $5/class Mon. & Thurs. 1:00 PM
Bridge, Free Mon. & Thurs. 9:30 AM
Wii Bowling, Free Call for times
Bunco, First Tues. $1.00 1:00 PM
Main Floor
Yoga for Over 50 Suggested donation $3-$10 Tue. & Fri. 9:00AM, and Tues. 6:30 PM Covenant Lutheran Church and Wed. 9:00 AM Fire Dept. Zumba Friday 9:15 to 10AM
$3
Classes & Skill Development Computer Assistance/Lessons Painting Group, Sept-May Tues. & Thurs., 9:00 - 11:30 AM Thur., 9:30 AM - 11:30 PM or by appointment , morning or Free at Vennevoll Clubhouse afternoon. Come with your computer questions. 4 computers, 3 Rosemaling Group, Free iPads & WiFi available. Wed., 9:15 AM Norwegian painting Handiwork, Free Mon., 1:00 - 3:30 PM Wood Carving, Thru MATC Bring your current project & join Thur., 8:00 - 12:00 PM the conversation. Wood Shop, Free Mornings Norwegian Language Class Must take a safety course to Wed., 9:00 - 11:00 AM use the shop. No registration needed. $10 New students welcome! 12
Chess, Free Fri. 10:00 AM Community Bingo, $1 3rd Wed. 1:00 PM Sponsor: Southern Care Hospice Cribbage Free Every Monday 1:00 PM Euchre 4th Saturday 7:30 PM Over the Hill Bingo 4th Tues. 1:15 PM Bring a “White Elephant” Prize Pool, Free Daily, during Center hours Sheepshead, Thurs. 1:30 PM to 4:15 PM Lessons available when called in advance. Ping Pong, Free Doubles: Wed. 3:00 PM Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM
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May Highlights Free Movie Day Friday May 4 1:00 PM War Horse PG-13
Hollee’s Slide Presentation from Norway Wed. May 9 at 9:30 AM
Young Albert enlists to serve in World War I after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry. Albert's hopeful journey takes him out of England and across Europe as the war rages on. You are welcome to bring your own movie treat.
BUNCO
Tuesday May 1 at 1:00 PM $1.00 donation. If you don’t know the game, we can teach you. A very fun and easy game to play. Bunco!!
Spring Floral Workshop
Are you interested in taking a floral design class at the Senior Center? Cost would be $10.00 for the class and flowers. The class will be meeting Tuesday afternoons at 1:00 pm. May 1 and May 8. There would be a few tools or props that the student would need to supply. If you are interested in this class or have questions, call Kate at 608-209-3703.
FRIENDSHIP FUND FOR ACTIVITIES AT THE CENTER If you are in need of financial assistance to participate in the activities at the Senior Center, there is a fund available to help you. For more information please contact Cindy McGlynn/Director, 873-8585.
Are You Interested in Playing 500??
If you are, or you would like to learn how to play, contact us at 873-8585
Low Vision Support Group Trip 1:00 PM Thursday May 24 Sharper Vision Store Call Hollee by May 18 to reserve your spot on the bus. All Welcome! Computer Class News
Our computer lab has 4 computers, 3 iPads and WiFi available. Sign up to learn how to use WiFi and iPads on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Call 873-8585
Lunch Bunch Group
Friday, May 11 11:30 AM at Banushi’s BBG Stoughton’s Newest Restaurant Bring a friend or come alone and meet new friends. If attending or if you have questions, please call 873-8585.
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Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities
* = Off Site Class
MONDAY
TUESDAY
1 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help Saturday Mornings 10 Wii Bowling Leag. Center Opened 10:00 COA Meeting 1:00 Bunco by Volunteers 1:00 Floral Class 9-11:30 am 2:00 AA Meeting
MAY 2012 FRIDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
2 New Library Books In 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping Pong
3 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead
4 Veteran’s Assist. Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga * 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Movie- War Horse
7 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage
8 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 10:00 MS Support Group 10 Wii Bowling Leag. 1:00 Floral Class 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing
9 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 9:30 Norway Slide Presentation- Hollee 3:00 Ping Pong
10 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead 2:00 Caregiver Support Group
11 Veteran’s Assist. Shop at East Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Zumba 9:30 Coffee/Mayor 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:30 Lunch Bunch
14 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Blood Press. Ck 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage
15 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 2:00 AA Meeting
16 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Rosemaling 1:00 Bingo 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping Pong
17 Syttende Mai Pg1 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead
18 Syttende MaiPg 1 Veteran’s Assist. Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong
21 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge Foot Care in P.M. 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage
22 Diabetic and Reg. Foot Care in A.M. 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 1:15 Over the Hill Bingo 2:00 AA Meeting
23 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Rosemaling 10:00 Card Making Class-Call for info 3:00 Ping Pong
24 Fireside Trip Pg. 6 25 8:00 Woodcarving Veteran’s Assist. 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi Popcorn in AM 9:00 Woodshop Shop at Hilldale 9:00 Computer Help 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:30 Bridge 9:00 Yoga* Essay Lunch Pg. 6 12:30 Low Vision Pg13 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Health TalkPg. 11 10:30 Ping Pong
28 Center Open by Volunteers 9 AM to 11:30 AM
29 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 10 Wii Bowling Leag. 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing
30 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Rosemaling 3:00 Ping Pong
31 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 10 Blood Press.Ck. 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead
Staff Holiday
Saturday Evening Cards-Euchre May 26 7:30 PM Open to All
Stoughton Area Senior Center Menu
All meals provided by: DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FOOD SERVICES
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
MAY 2012 FRIDAY
1 Hamburger/Bun Lettuce /Onion Ketchup Mustard Corn Mandarin Oranges Blueberry Pie
2 Baked Chicken Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Beets Fresh Fruit Multi. Gr. Bread Ice Cream
3 Hearty Vegetable Soup Crackers Tuna Salad on Lettuce Leaf Wh. Wheat Bun Banana Cookie
4 Chicken Enchilada Casserole Pinto Beans Spanish Rice Sour Cream Cranberry Juice Cheesecake & Cherry Topping
7 Sloppy Joe/ Bun Potato Salad Steamed Baby Carrots Pear Half Ice Cream Treat
8 Turkey Roast/Gravy Stuffing Peas & Pearl Onions Orange Juice Multi Gr. Bread Margarine
9 Chicken Salad on Wh. Wheat Bun & Lettuce Creamy Coleslaw Fresh Apple Cherry Crisp
10 Baked Fish/Tarter S. Baked Potato Sour Cream Vegetable Blend Fresh Fruit Wh. Wh. Bread Margarine
11 Sweet & Sour Chicken Rice Oriental Mix Veggies Mandarin Oranges Wh Wht Bread/ Marg Pudding & topping
14 Ham Loaf & Mustard Sauce Baked Sweet Potato Broccoli Flowerets Banana Rye Bread/ Marg.
15 Spaghetti & Meatballs Mixed Greens & Tomato Slices Dressing Fresh Orange Garlic Bread Parmesan Packet
16 Brat on a Bun Ketchup Mustard Relish Baked Beans Copper Penny Salad Pear Half
17 Baked Cod Boiled Potatoes Green Bean Casserole Mandarin Oranges Lefsa/Marg. Molasses Cookie
18 Mediterranean Pasta Salad w/ Chicken Spring Green Salad Fresh Fruit French Bread & Seasoned Olive Oil Lemon Cake
21 American Chop Suey Rice Sugar Snap Peas Fruit Cup Multi Gr. Bread Margarine
22 Roast Beef Mashed Potatoes Roasted Vegetables Chunky Applesauce Multi Gr. Bread Margarine Cookie
23 Tomato Barley Soup Sliced Turkey & Cheese on Rye w/ Tomato & Lettuce Mayo Packet Apple Bar
24 Chicken Cacciatore & Egg Noodles Sliced Zucchini Peach Half Multi Gr. Bread Margarine Cookie
27 Pork Roast & Gravy Mashed Potatoes Harved Beets Strawberry Shortcake & Topping Wh Wh Bread Margarine
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29 BBQ Shredded Beef on Wh. Wheat Bun Potato Salad Pickled Beets Fresh Fruit Mix Ice Cream Cup
30 Chicken Macaroni Salad German Cucumbers Fresh Orange Wh Wheat Bread Lemon Dessert Margarine
31 Meatloaf & Gravy Mashed Potatoes Peas Fruit Cocktail Multi Gr. Bread Margarine
For all lunch reservations please call by noon the business day before. 873-8585
Salads available on Thursdays Call for information 873-8585
No Meals Served Today Staff Holiday
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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.
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Albion & Dunkirk .......................................... 335-6677 Susan Brodd, Stoughton Area Senior Center M & Th Pleasant Springs & Rutland ......................... 838-7117 Sara Sprang, McFarland Outreach Dunn & Christiana........................................... 838-7117 Lori Andersen, McFarland Outreach Appointments made for home visits, or at Stoughton and McFarland Outreach offices.
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David Bacon—Town of Pl. Springs .....................877-9777 Edna Cloutier—City of Stoughton ................... 873-3809 Kay Davis—City of Stoughton ...........................873-4886 Carol Heidenway—Town of Dunn .................. 835-5472 Kelli Krcma—City of Stoughton ....................... 877-0070 Don Mix—City of Stoughton ............................. 873-3637 Mary Onsager—School District Rep ................ 873-3999 Jeanne Schwass-Long—Town of Dunkirk ........ 873-9227 David Sharpe—City of Stoughton ..................... 877-8724 Charlotte Snow—City of Stoughton ................. 205-1281 Betty Thompson—Town of Rutland ................ 835-5145 Open Position—City Council Rep ..................................... Ron Jensen—Town of Albion