2016 Becker County
Care Guide
PROVIDING SERVICES TO SENIORS AND THOSE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS EMERGENCY NUMBERS....................................... 6 ADVOCACY SERVICES.......................................... 8 Becker County Veterans Service Officer.........................................8 Consumer Protection..............................................8 County Coordinator on Aging............................8 Landlord/Tenant Rights.........................................8 Ombudsman..............................................................8 White Earth Tribal Council.....................................8 DAILY SUPPORT SERVICES................................. 8 Adult Day Care...........................................................8 Chore Services...........................................................8 Counseling/Support Groups............................. 11 Driving Evaluation and Safety........................... 16 Foot Care.................................................................. 16 Nutrition.................................................................... 16 Senior Centers (Dining & Meals on Wheels)............................. 16 Transportation........................................................ 18 FINANCIAL & LEGAL SERVICES........................18 Becker County Human Services....................... 18 Mahube Community Council............................ 18 Social Security Administration.......................... 18 USDA Rural Development.................................. 18 White Earth Reservation Tribal Council........................................................ 18 HOUSING SERVICES...........................................18 Adult Foster Care................................................... 18 Housing With Services......................................... 18 Emergency Housing............................................. 20 General Housing Information........................... 20 Home Modification and Accessibility.................................................. 20 Nursing Homes....................................................... 20 Senior Independent Living................................ 20
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IN-HOME SERVICES............................................21 Home Health Care................................................. 21 Hospice...................................................................... 22 Becker County Long Term Care Consultation ........................ 22 Life Line Services.................................................... 24 LIFE ENRICHMENT/ EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES.....................24 Community Education......................................... 24 Employment............................................................ 24 Volunteer/Community Service Programs................................................. 24 MEDICAL SERVICES............................................24 Clinics/Medical Centers........................................ 24 Medical Supplies.................................................... 26 Pharmacies............................................................... 26 ARTICLES How older adults can reduce their risks of falls..................................10 Someone to turn to.............................................12 Exercise and arthritis..........................................14 Medication safety tips for children and adults............................................28 Helping a loved one adapt to a nursing home....................................29
If you are unsure of exactly what you need, refer to: Minnesota Senior LinkAge Line 1-800-333-2433 or www.MinnesotaHelp.info They can assist you in locating resources and securing services. For Local Assistance call: Becker County Senior Coordinator - Karen Lenius (218) 847-1385 or 1-888-458-1385
WELCOME Welcome to the 2016 edition of the Becker County Care Guide. Inside you will find a list of programs, businesses, organizations and agencies in Becker County, Minnesota. The listings provide a resource and referral guide for seniors, disabled individuals and residents. Every effort has been made to provide current information. We apologize for any errors or omissions made in this edition. The Becker County Care Guide is brought to you by the Becker County Senior Network. Our organization is made up of businesses, agencies and individuals who are interested in promoting the well-being of the senior and disabled population of Becker County. The Becker County Senior Network would like to thank Detroit Lakes Newspapers for their generous contribution towards the printing and distribution of this directory. Disclaimer: This information was compiled as a public service project. Every effort was made to provide complete and accurate information. Listings do not necessarily serve as endorsements. We apologize for any inadvertent error or omission and ask that you bring these to our attention.
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EMERGENCY NUMBERS EMERGENCY 911 LAKES CRISIS & RESOURCE CENTER 218.847.7446 Provides direct services to victims of violence. MINNESOTA POISON CONTROL 1.800.222.1222 ESSENTIA ST. MARY’S HEALTH EMS EMERGENCY 911 218.847.0817 (Ambulance) LAKELAND MENTAL HEALTH CENTER 1.800.223.4512 or 218.847.1676 Assessments for mental health needs. Licensed staff on call after 5:00 p.m. to help with emergency assessments.
NORTH MEMORIAL AMBULANCE SERVICE EMERGENCY 911 218.732.5255 Serves Hubbard and Eastern Becker Counties WHITE EARTH AMBULANCE SERVICE EMERGENCY 911 218.983.3286 VULNERABLE ADULT REPORTING Minnesota State Reporting 844.880.1574 Contact Becker County Human Services at 218.847.5628 ext. 5382 (Adult Protection Worker) or ask for the Adult Services Intake Worker 8:00 – 4:30 Monday – Friday Mandated Reporters mn.gov/dhs/reportadultabuse/
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ADVOCACY SERVICES Alzheimers Assn. of West Central MN 1.800.232.0851 American Cancer Society (National) 1.800.227.2345 Open 24 hours/day, 7 days/week. American Diabetes Association Northern MN & ND Office 1323 23rd Street South, Fargo, ND 58103 National Office: 1.888.342.2383 Arthritis Foundation – MN Chapter 1.800.333.1380 or 651.644.4108 Becker County Veterans Service Officer 218.846.7312 Assists veterans and their dependents in securing all benefits provided to them by law. Better Business Bureau of ND and MN 651.699.1111 or 1.800.646.6222 • www.thefirstBBB.org Cardiac Rehab Education Network Essentia Health St. Mary’s 218.844.0779 Consumer Protection Minnesota Attorney General’s Office 1.800.657.3787 St. Paul 651.296.3353 Provides information and mediation services in connection with consumer complaints about business products and services. County Coordinator on Aging Karen Lenius 218.847.1385 or 1.888.458.1385 Provides assistance in accessing programs and services for older adults in Becker County. Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services 1.800.456.7589 Services include long term loan of TTY’s, amplifiers, signalers, assistance and advocacy. Family Resource Center 218.844.5217 Mediation service/Family Group Counseling
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Freedom Resource Center Support for Independent Living for Disabled Individuals 1.800.450.0459 • Moorhead 218.512.1101 • Fergus Falls 218-998-1799 Lakes Crisis and Resource Center 218.847.7446 or 1.877.754.9683 Landlord/Tenant Hot Line Tenant Advocacy Organization 1.866.866.3546 or 612.728.5767 Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota 1.800.450.8585 or Moorhead 218.233.8585 Lawhelpmn.org Becker County 1.800.450.8585 Ombudsman Coralie Jones 1.800.657.3591 or 218.855.8587 - Long Term Care Will investigate concerns, mediate disputes, advocate for seniors, and provide information and education to consumers. State Services for the Blind/Low Vision Moorhead Office 1.800.657.3755 or 218.236.2422 White Earth Tribal Council 1.800.950.3248 or 218.983.3285 Serves senior citizens of White Earth Reservation.
DAILY SUPPORT SERVICES ADULT DAY SERVICES
Includes a daily program of activities, meals, personal and health services. Ecumen Detroit Lakes Adult Day Services Detroit Lakes 218.844.7133 Perham Living Adult Day Service Perham 218.347.1940
CHORE SERVICES
Frazee Neighbor to Neighbor/Living at Home Block Nurse Program for Frazee and Vergas area Elders 218.334.3559 or 218.334.3560
We are there for you... Every step of the way. Fair Oaks Lodge is committed to enriching the lives of the residents, their families and friends that we have the privilege to serve.
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How older adults can reduce their risk of falls Falls are one of the biggest contributors to fatal and nonfatal injuries among seniors. Such accidents not only threaten safety, but they also can compromise a person’s independence. Falls can cause broken bones, impaired mobility and even death. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says every 13 seconds an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall. In addition, every 20 minutes an older adult dies from a fall. One-third of Americans age 65 and older falls each year. Falls do not have to be an accepted side effect of aging. With some balance training and other techniques, older men and women can avoid falls and the injuries that result. The National Council on Aging and its National Falls Prevention Resource Center have implemented fall-prevention programs. By following these guidelines, individuals can remain safe and upright. n Get a vision check-up. A decrease in visual ability and perception can increase risk of falls. Impaired vision can cause people to trip over items they can’t see, miss steps or bump into obstacles. Make sure your vision has been checked recently and you are using contact lenses or glasses as prescribed by an eye doctor. n Know your medication side effects. Ask your doctor about the medications you are taking and whether they can contribute to dizziness or decreased balance. Medicines that
affect blood pressure can lead to light-headedness as well. Your doctor may be able to substitute a medication with an alternative if your existing prescription is affecting your balance. n Begin a regimen of strength training. The National Institutes of Health suggests strength exercises to keep muscles strong. Strength training also can impact the strength of bones, as well as increase metabolism to keep weight and blood sugar in check. n Engage in specific balance exercises. Balance exercises can improve stability. Balancing on one foot while standing for a period of time is one such exercise. Stand up from a seated position without using your hands, then shift your weight from the left to the right while standing on the respective leg on that side. A physical therapist can work with you to ensure you are using correct
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form in balance exercises. n Try tai chi. Look for tai chi classes at a gym or senior center. Tai chi is a form of movement training that can help strengthen the body, improve balance and improve flexibility. n Be aware of posture. Try to maintain weight over the ankles. Do not lean too far forward or backward, which can cause you to topple over. Keep your feet in a wide stance while standing to improve stability. n Don’t make quick movements. Always stand up and sit down slowly. Jarring motions may affect equilibrium or blood pressure, leading to unsteadiness. Always consult with a doctor before beginning any balance exercises or if you suspect balance issues are stemming from an illness or condition. With practice and patience, older adults can remain independent and prevent falls.
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Helping Hands Volunteer led program that provides minor repairs for the frail elderly/disabled 218.844.7141
Glenmore Recovery Center Crookston/Thief River Falls, MN Inpatient & outpatient chemical dependency counseling 1.800.584.9226 or 218.281.9511
Home Instead Senior Care 877.558.0429 218.844.4010 Providing assisted living in the comfort of your home
Grief Support Groups Hospice of the Red River Valley Groups for adults, widows, widowers, and youth journeys 218.847.9493 or 1.800.237.4629
Mahube-OTWA CAP, Inc Homemaking and Chore Program, Relocation Assistance 218.847.1385
David-Donehower Funeral & Cremation Service, Valerie Knudsvig, LSW 218-847.4147 or 218.849.9364 • www.daviddonehower.com
Alcoholics Anonymous/Alanon 218.844.9970 Detroit Lakes
Lakeland Mental Health Center Assessments for mental health needs Licensed staff on call to assist with emergency assesments 1.800.223.4512 or 218.847.1676
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group 218.847.4486 Ecumen Detroit Lakes 218.847.5611 Essentia Health St. Mary’s
Lakes Counseling Center Outpatient drug and alcohol counseling 218.847.0696
Alzheimer’s Association of West Central MN 1.800.232.0851 Information, support, health care, and health care planning.
Lakes Crisis & Resource Center Provides direct services to victims of violence 218.847.7446
COUNSELING SERVICES/ SUPPORT GROUPS
Caregiver Support Group 1.800.488.4146 or 218.233.7521 Becker County Senior Coordinator 218.847.1385 Coffee Club Holy Rosary Church, Tuesdays, 2:00 – 4:00 218.847.1393 Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services Services include long term loan of TTY’s, amplifiers, signalers, assistance and advocacy. 1.800.456.7589 or 218.304.3470 Diabetic Support Group Essentia Health St. Mary’s, Cindy Bailey 218.847.5611
Lakewood Health Systems Lakewood Reflections Acute Care Behavioral Unit 218.894.8200 Long Term Care Consultations Becker County Human Services 218.847.5628 Lutheran Social Services of MN 1.800.488.4146 - Caregiver support. 218.847.0629 - Michelle Carivean, Counseling services Multiple Sclerosis Society 1.800.344.4867 or 612.335.7900 Parkinson’s Support Group Ecumen Detroit Lakes 218.847.4486 Solutions Behavioral Healthcare Professional Assessments for mental health needs 218.844.6853
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Someone to turn to
Planning a funeral isn’t easy. Not only do you make a number of decisions in a short time, but you have to contact and comfort countless family and friends. On top of that, you have to contend with your own grief. It is difficult at best, but there is one person you can count on to help you with all of the details-the funeral director. Funerals vary from one client to another. Some are religious; some are not. Some take place inside the home and others at the church or funeral home. Some are elaborate; others are simple. The funeral director must be familiar with the various burial customs and available to assist the family with whatever they
need. According to the Funeral Directors Association, some of the duties of the funeral director include: n Providing for transportation of the deceased. This includes transporting the body from the home or hospital to the funeral home and then to the crematory or burial site. n Filing for the death certificate. The funeral director may help the family obtain the information needed for the death certificate and file it with the proper authorities. n Taking care of other paperwork. To help remove some of the stress, the funeral director may assist the family with making an obituary notice as well as completing any claim
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forms for social security, insurance, and veteran’s and union benefits. If the family wishes, the director may also notify the deceased’s employer, attorney and other professionals, and speak to personnel, such as the coroner, clergy and cemetery officials. n Assisting with arrangements. This includes helping the family decide on a time, location and type of service, as well as selecting a casket, urn or grave marker. n Offering support. The funeral director may provide emotional support to the family as well as referrals for anyone who may be hav-
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PREPARING from page 12 ing a difficult time accepting the loss of their loved one. In addition to these, funeral directors have many other responsibilities. They must respond to any telephone inquiries, supervise the staff and handle any com-
plaints that might occur. Most see to several funerals at a time, sometimes all in one day. Losing a loved one is hard; planning their funeral can be even harder. With the help of a funeral director, you will be able to plan a funeral that will celebrate the life of your loved one and honor their memory.
Pre-Planning Most of the time, we plan ahead in life. We plan for our weddings, our children’s educations, family vacations and other significant expected events in our lives. We also plan for the unexpected events of life by purchasing insurance – home, job, medical, etc. Understanding the benefits of pre-planning your funeral service can be important to you and your family. Planning ahead insures that your wishes are understood by your loved ones, and that your funeral service will reflect those wishes.
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Exercise and arthritis Across the country, more than 50 million people are living with doctor-diagnosed arthritis. So says the Arthritis Foundation, which projects that figure will rise to 67 million by the year 2030. Simply put, arthritis is a significant problem, one that can not only affect a person’s quality of life, but also his or her pocketbook, as the Arthritis Foundation notes that woking-age men and women (those between the ages of 18 and 64) who contend with arthritis are less likely to be employed than people of the same age who do not have arthritis. Arthritis is not only bad for employees, but also for employers, as it accounts for $156 billion annually in lost wages and medical expenses. Exercise may be the last thing on many arthritis sufferers’ minds, but exercise can play a vital role in reducing the often painful symptoms associated with arthritis. Among its other benefits, exercise can strengthen the muscles around arthritic joints and help men and women maintain bone strength. In addition, the Mayo Clinic notes that lack of exercise can make joints feel more painful and stiff, as a sedentary lifestyle will ultimately contribute to putting more stress on joints. Upon being diagnosed with arthritis, patients should speak with their physicians about the best way to use exercise to combat and relieve their symptoms. Some patients may require physical therapy, while others might be able to work with their physicians to develop an exercise regimen that can help reduce the severity of their symptoms and any pain that accompanies those symptoms. The following are some types of exercises that figure to play a strong role in managing arthritis and improving quality of life.
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n Aerobic exercises: Low-impact aerobic exercises, such as walking and swimming, can help arthritis sufferers alleviate their symptoms and improve their overall health. Arthritis sufferers who have not exercised in awhile because of their pain may have gained weight as a result, and aerobic exercise is a great way to shed extra pounds. Losing excess weight is a great way to make physical activity less taxing on your joints as well. n Range-of-motion: Range-of-motion exercises are typically simple and don’t take much time, but when done correctly, such exercises can be very effective at relieving the stiffness associated with arthritis. A physician or physical therapist might advise you to do range-of-motion exercises each day, and you may even need to do them a few times each day. Adhere to this advice, continuing to perform the exercises as long as your doctor or physical therapists deems them necessary. n Strength training: As previously noted, arthritis sufferers may feel as though lifting weights will only exacerbate their existing symptoms. But strength training will strengthen the muscles around the joints, providing more support for those joints and ultimately reducing symptoms of pain. Speak with your physician or physical therapist about appropriate strength-training activities and the importance of rest. If you experience any pain during strength-training sessions, stop immediately and report the pain to your physician. More information about managing arthritis can be found at www.arthritis.org.
The Choice Is Yours! In today’s economy healthcare facilities are competing for patient services. It is imperative that you shop for healthcare services, just as you shop for automobiles, furniture and clothing. n You’ve seen your doctor and they indicate that you need to have an MRI test. Did you know that you can go wherever you would like to go for your medical care? n We encourage you to shop for the best priced and most readily available service provider that is right for you. By doing so, you will be able to control your care, while saving money for both you and your insurer. We accept all major insurances including Medicare, Medicaid and Workers Comp. n Community MRI is an independent provider of MRI services, so we are not driven by pressures of clinic or hospital administrators to self-refer patient services. n We are the only MRI facility in the area accredited by the American College of Radiology. n Our number one goal is your health and well-being; call 218.847.6300 to conveniently schedule your appointment.
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COUNSELING SERVICES/ SUPPORT GROUPS continued
State Services for the Blind Moorhead Office 1.800.657.3755 or 218.236.2422
White Earth Services • Alcoholics Anonymous/Substance Abuse 218.983.3285 ext 1297 or 1.800.950.3248 ext 1297 • Geriatric Social Services 218.935.5554 ext 3261 or 1.800.763.8629 ext 3261 • Tribal Mental Health 218.983.3286 ext 1284
DRIVING EVALUATION/SAFETY
Sanford 701.280.4070 Driver evaluation program offered by occupational therapist. Also car adaptation/services
FOOT CARE
Healthy Alternatives Essentia Health St. Mary’s 218.847.5611 Services include monthly foot care clinics, wellness screenings, educational opportunities, and provider discounts. Frazee Neighbor to Neighbor Monthly foot care clinics held at Frazee Care Center, Neighbor to Neighbor and Vergas Assisted Living 218.334.3559
NUTRITION/SENIOR CENTERS
Becker County Food Pantry 218.846.0142
Becker County Food Support 218.847.5628 Becker County Senior Nutrition Program (NSI) Serve congregate dining and Meals on Wheels at specific senior sites. 1.877.677.3319 or 320.795.2481 Detroit Lakes Nutrition Center 218.847.5823 Homestyle Direct Home delivered meals / elderly waiver 1.866.735.0921 PAGE 16 | 2016 BECKER COUNTY CARE GUIDE
Mom’s Meals Home delivered meals / elderly waiver 1.866.971-6667 • www.momsmeals.com Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors (NAPS) Supplemental USDA food packages to income eligible seniors. 218.847.1385 The Refuge 218.847.1982 Christian Outreach & Resource Center. Call for free meal schedule Refuge Compassion House Drug & Alcohol Center Christian Based 218.844.5782 White Earth Health Program 218.983.3286 ext 1266 White Earth Food Distribution 218.935.2233 White Earth Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) 218.983.3286 ext 1395
CONGREGATE DINING AND MEALS ON WHEELS SITES Audubon: Meals on Wheels ONLY Detroit Lakes Senior Nutrition Center and Meals on Wheels 218.847.5823 Elbow Lake Community Center Senior Dining 218.734.2315 Lake Park City Center Senior Dining 218.238.5336 Naytahwaush 218.935.5554 ext 3237 Osage Senior Dining: Dining Club at Osage Bait and Tackle Restaurant (OBT) 218.573.3990 Pine Point Elder Center 218.573.2210 White Earth Senior Dining 218.983.3286 ext 1266
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TRANSPORTATION
Becker County Transit System 218.847.1674 or 1.888.847.1674 DL Taxi Service 218.847.3456
Ghost Runner Taxi Service, Perham 218.346.2650 Taxi service, shopping, delivery, courier service, cleaning, painting, and more. People’s Express 1.800.450.0123 or 218.631-2909 Non-emergency medical transportation. Medi-Van 1.800.422.0976 or 218.847.1729 Transports individuals to non-emergency medical appointments anywhere in and out of state. Neighbor to Neighbor Living At Home/Block Nurse Program Volunteer program for Frazee and Vergas elders 218.334.3559 White Earth Transportation 218.983.3283
FINANCIAL & LEGAL SERVICES
Becker County Human Services 218.847.5628 Services include Food Stamps, General Assistance, Emergency, and Non-Emergency Assistance, Medical Assistance, MN Supplemental Aid, Nutrition Assistance. Becker County Veterans Service 218.846.7312 Assists veterans and their dependents in securing benefits provided to them by law. Legal Services of Northwest MN (Income based) Moorhead 1.800.450.8585 Bemidji Office 1.800.450.9201 Alexandria Office 1.800.450.2552 Services include civil legal services to persons 60 years of age or older, or disabled individuals Mahube-OTWA CAP, Inc. 218.847.1385; 1.888.458.1385 Services include: Fuel/Energy Assistance, Health Insurance Counseling, Home Weatherization, VITA/ RSVP Tax Aid Program, Head Start, Relatives as Parents, Housing Assistance PAGE 18 | 2016 BECKER COUNTY CARE GUIDE
Social Security Administration, Fargo 1.800.772.1213 (Nat’l) or 1.877.335.4114 (Local) Regional SSA Office, Fergus Falls 1.877.402.0827 To apply for a SSN, check earning’s record, apply for retirement, disability or survivor’s benefit payments, SSI, hospital/medical insurance under Medicare. USDA Rural Development 218.847.5694 Low income families may obtain low interest loans and grants for repairs and home improvements. White Earth Reservation Tribal Council 218.983.3285 Provides special programs to low income people, including: energy saver program, emergency food services, transportation, social activities, information and referral, emergency energy assistance programs, nutrition programs and home delivered meals.
HOUSING SERVICES
ADULT FOSTER CARE
Becker County Human Services 218.847.5628 Referral source for Adult Foster Home placement in Becker County.
HOUSING WITH SERVICES
Living arrangements in which health-related services are available to tenants; services vary. Diamond Willow Advanced Care Assisted Living Detroit Lakes 218.847.6900 Frazee/Vergas Assisted Living 218.334.4501 Hawley Senior Living 218.483.3337 Lincoln Park Senior Apartments Detroit Lakes 218.847.0894 North Star Homes Detroit Lakes 1.866.333.6002 or 218.573.2388 Pleasant View Detroit Lakes 218.847.7859 Park Manor Estates 218.847.2636
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HOUSING WITH SERVICES continued
Golden Manor Detroit Lakes Memory Care Assisted Living 218.847.3195 or 218.844.3300
Lamplighter Manor – Ecumen Detroit Lakes 218.847.7768 The Cottage – Ecumen Detroit Lakes, Memory Care Assisted Living 218.844.8354 The Madison – Ecumen Detroit Lakes 218.844.9420 Union Central (Detroit Lakes) 218.844.4711 White Earth Reservation Housing Authority 1.800.726.4016 or 218.473.4663 Winchester on Washington 218.847.0894
EMERGENCY HOUSING
Lakes Crisis and Resource Center 1339 Pelican Lane, Detroit Lakes • 847.7446
GENERAL HOUSING INFORMATION
Mahube-OTWA CAP, Inc. 218.847.1385 or 1.888.458.1385 Housing services, fuel/energy assistance, home weatherization and homeless placement
Detroit Lakes Housing & Redevelopment Authority Rental Housing & Rent Assistance 218.847.7859 Lake Park Senior Housing — Lake Park 218.238.5532 Midwest Minnesota Community Development Corporation — MMCDC 218.846.7316 White Earth Energy Assistance Program 218.473.2711 or 1.866.885.7656 White Earth Reservation Housing/Authority 218.473.4663 or 1.800.726.4016
HOME MODIFICATION AND ACCESSIBILITY
AARP (home modification resources) 1.888.687.2277 www.aarp.org
Mahube-OTWA CAP, Inc. Homemaking and Chore Program 218.847.1385 or 1.888.458.1385
NURSING HOMES
Emmanuel Nursing Home (Ecumen Detroit Lakes) Long-Term Care Services, Memory Care, Respite, Short Stay, Rehabilitation & Therapy Center, NEW Transitional Care 218.847.4486 Frazee Care Center Complex Trach & Ventilator Services, IV Therapy, Outpatient & Inpatient Rehabilitation, Respite, and Long Term Care Services 218.334.4501 Essentia Health Oak Crossing formally St. Mary’s Nursing Center 1040 Lincoln Ave., Detroit Lakes; Admissions 218.844.0789 218.847.5611 Sunnyside Care Center Lake Park Memory Care, Respite, Short-Stay & Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care Services 218.238.5944 or 218.439.3831
SENIOR INDEPENDENT LIVING
Biimaadiiziiwiin White Earth HUD subsidized, non-discriminatory housing, age 62 and over 218.983.3006 Lamplighter Manor – Ecumen Detroit Lakes 218.847.7768 Lincoln Park Senior Apartments Detroit Lakes 218.847.0894 The Madison – Ecumen Detroit Lakes 218.844.9420
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IN-HOME SERVICES
SENIOR INDEPENDENT LIVING continued
HOME HEALTH CARE
Marigold Detroit Lakes 1.800.728.5401
Caring Hands 218.837.5572 or 888.290.5572
Park Manor Estates Detroit Lakes 218.847.2636
Accia Home Care 877.736.0246
Park Village Lake Park 1.800.728-5401
CK Home Care 218.998.3778
Pleasant View Detroit Lakes 218.847.7859
Circle of Life Home Health 218.335.8868 or 1.877.600.7307
Silver Birch Detroit Lakes 1.800.728.5401
Emmanuel Medicare Home Health Care 218.844.7158
Union Central Detroit Lakes 218.844.4711
Ecumen Detroit Lakes Home Care and Respite 218.844-7179
White Earth Congregate Housing 218.983.3507
Ecumen Detroit Lakes Senior Companions 218.844.8340 Essentia St. Mary’s Home Health 218.847.0808
Winchester on Washington Detroit Lakes 218.847.0894
Lakes Homes
and Program Development, Inc. 847 Hwy 10 E, Detroit Lakes
www.lakeshomes.net
218-847-5642 • Community Residential Support • Supported Living Services • Residential Services • Respite Care
Serving Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Garden / Tea Party Sunday, June 26, 2016 • 1:30 p.m. Call 218-847-5642 to RSVP
“Enhancing Human Worth and Potential”
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HOME HEALTH CARE continued
HLA - Home Living Assistance 701.540.5101 • 855.378.5101 www.homelivingassistance.org
Home Instead Senior Care 1.866.678.1010 505 North Broadway, Suite 204, Fargo, ND 58102 Companionship, Meal Prep, Transportation, Personal Care, Dementia Care Lakeland Hospice and Homecare 1.855.532.9300 Lutheran Social Services Caregiver Respite Program 1.800.488.4146 Minnesota Home Care 218.963.8899 New Dimensions Home Care 218.739.5856 or 1.800.395.9949 North Star Nursing PDN &ØPCAØ choice 1.800-535-5895 or 218.573.2238 Osage Perham Living Home Care 218.347.1880 Sanford Home Health Care 701.234.4900 or 218.863.2273 Pelican Rapids or 218.847.2653 or 218.935.9432 Mahnomen White Earth Nation Home Health 218.983.3286, Fax 218.983.3724 PO Box 496, 26246 Crane Rd., White Earth, MN 56591
HOSPICE
Intensive comfort care that alleviates pain and suffering, enhancing quality of life for terminally ill patients and families by addressing their medical, emotional, spiritual, and grief needs. Services provided include grief support, resource libraries, counseling referrals and community education. Hospice of the Red River Valley 218.847.1282 or 1.800.237.4629 Lakeland Hospice and Home Care 1.855.532.9300 or 218.998.1400 Fergus Falls
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St. Joseph’s Health/CHI 1.218.732.7593 or 1.800.566.3311 Park Rapids
LIFE LINE SERVICES
Life Line Emergency Response System Essentia St. Mary’s Home Health 218.847.0808 Ecumen Detroit Lakes Voice Care Personal Response System 218.844.9432 Home Instead Senior Care 866.521.8093 or 218.998.2248 Northern Safety & Security 1.877.751.3902 or 218.844.7233 Detroit Lakes Philips Lifeline 1.866.674.9900 ext 4363 Sunnyside Voice Care Personal Response System 218.238.5944 or 218.439.3831
BECKER COUNTY LONG TERM CARE CONSULTATION
Becker County Community Health 218.847.5628 ext. 5397 Becker County Human Services 218.847.5628 ext. 5338 & 5339 Becker County Veterans Service 218.846.7312 NW Legal Services 1.800.450.8585 or 218.233.8585
Regional Social Security Administration Office 1.877.402.0827 Senior Linkage Line 1.800.333.2433 White Earth Long Term Care Consultation 218.983.3286 ext 1277
Focus on Excellence
Caring for Our Communities
Specializing In:
Services for low income, elderly and disabled residents.
■ Cataract & Lens Implant Surgery
• Host Site for the Becker County Senior Coordinator • Retired and Senior Volunteer Program - RSVP • Health Insurance/Medicare Counseling • Homemaking/Chore Services • Tai Ji Quan and Senior Exercise Groups • VITA Tax Aide Program • Weatherization and Energy Assistance • Caregivers Support • Relative as Parents Program
■ Macular Degeneration ■ Laser Surgery ■ Glaucoma ■ Lasik Management ■ Diabetic Eye Disease ■ General Ophthalmology L to R: Paul Melicher, O.D.; David Grosz, M.D.; Harold Rodenbiker, M.D.
Fercho Cataract & Eye Clinic, Inc. www.ferchoeyeclinic.com
Call Toll-Free Appointments 1-800-342-4984 North Dakota • 1-800-437-4387 Out-of-State
Offices Located at: 612 Professional Bldg. 100 S. 4th St. Fargo, ND 58103 Telephone: 235-0561
Satellite Locations:
2100 South Columbia Suite 208 Grand Forks, ND 58201 Telephone: 746-8928
Minnesota * Crookston * Breckenridge * Wadena * Perham
North Dakota * Valley City Lisbon Wahpeton * Surgery Locations
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Diamond Willow Assisted Living
MEMORY, MEDICAL & PHYSICAL CARE
1558 RANDOLPH ROAD, DETROIT LAKES, MN 218-847-6900 www.diamondwillow.com
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LIFE ENRICHMENT/ EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Audubon/Lake Park Community Education 218.238.5916 Ext. 2091 Frazee-Vergas Community Education 218.334.3181 Detroit Lakes Community Education 218.847.4418
Minnesota State Community & Technical College 218.846.3700 or 1.877.450.3322 White Earth Tribal & Community College 218.935.0417
EMPLOYMENT
Experience Works 1.800.842.4982 or 218.631.3483 (Wadena) or 320.634.4232 (Michael Pattee, Detroit Lakes), 218.454.0610 (Deanndra Eschenbacher, Park Rapids) Provides meaningful part-time community service employment for persons 55 and older, along with classroom training, job seeking assistance and placement into private sector jobs. Rural Minnesota CEP Concentrated Employment Program 218.846.7377 Services available include: senior programs, temporary work training, job search system.
VOLUNTEER/ COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS
Ecumen Detroit Lakes Volunteer Services 218.844.7141 Essentia St. Mary’s Volunteer Services 218.844.0709
RSVP — Mahube-OTWA CAP, Inc. 218.847.1385 or 1.888.458.1385 Matches volunteers age 55 or older to organizations which benefit from their experience and talent, focused on meeting diverse community needs
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Senior Companion Program & Community Caregivers — Ecumen Detroit Lakes 218.844.8340 Senior Companions is an income based service that provides disabled adults and seniors with companionship. Will take shopping and do errands. Neighbor to Neighbor LAH/ BNP Frazee and Vergas elders 218.334.3559 Services include individual support, coordination of health care needs, information and referral, transportation, grocery shopping, meals on wheels, foot care clinics, caregiver respite, serving those aged 65 years and older.
MEDICAL SERVICES
CLINICS/MEDICAL CENTERS
7 Day Clinic 218.846.9981
Becker County Community Health — Human Services 218.847.5628 Essentia Health Clinic Fargo 1.800.437.4054 Detroit Lakes – 1.800.224.5888 or 218.847.5611 Frazee – 218.334.7255 Lake Park – 218.238.5901 Essentia Health Urgent Care: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm 7 days /week 218.844.2300 Essentia Health St. Mary’s Hospital 218.847.5611 Kidney Dialysis Unit Essentia Health St. Mary’s 218.847.0825 Sanford Clinic, Detroit Lakes 218.846.2000 White Earth Community Health 218.983.3286 White Earth Health Center (IHS) 218.983.4300 or 1.800.477.0125
Providing Housing Assistance In Detroit Lakes Now Accepting applications for the following:
• High rise apartments with preference for those 50 and older/and or disabled • Family Housing: Family units are 3- to 4-bedroom family units • Housing Choice Vouchers (Rental Assistance Subsidy for lowincome persons to live in privately owned units within the city of Detroit Lakes)
Options PLEASANT VIEW APARTMENTS- 1111 Washington Ave., Detroit Lakes Building Accessibility: Accessible main entrance (zero step approach); Accessible public restroom Building Amenities: Community Room, Elevator, Near Public Park and Downtown, Secured Building, Beauty Shop, On-site Staff, Library, Laundry facilities on site, Resident Activities Utilities included in rent • Rent is based on income
Modify your Home, Not Your Life. Hovland Healthcare Products can reduce the chance for falls and allow you to stay in your own home longer. Regain your Mobility!
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FAMILY HOMES-SCATTERED SITE -3- and 4-bedroom units within Detroit Lakes -Remodeled Homes -Private yards
DETROIT LAKES HOUSING AUTHORITY 1111 Washington Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
218-847-7859
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COUNTY OF BECKER Veterans Service Office 915 Lake Avenue Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 E-Mail: llbrook@co.becker.mn.us
218-846-7312 888-260-0580
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Contact us for home safety assessments and ask about free delivery in the Lakes and Fargo-Moorhead Area! Downtown Pelican Rapids 218.863.2209 torrey@hovlandhp.com hovlandhp.com
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CLINICS/MEDICAL CENTERS continued
Veteran’s Administration Medical Center, Fargo 701.232.3241 or 800.410.9723
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
ActivStyle, Inc. 612.520.9333 or 1.800.651.6223 Distributors of Tranquility incontinence products and medical supplies. ArrowHealth, Frazee 877.386.5757 or 218.847.2837 Respiratory services, oxygen, and Durable medical equipment Ecumen Pathstone Store Home Medical Equipment: Accredited Durable Medical Equipment (DME) provider for elderly and disabled. Medicare certified. 507.385.8582 Lincare 218.847.5649 or 1.800.642.2240 Respiratory services, enteral nutrition and medical supplies Northwest Respiratory Services 1.800.232.0706 Respiratory services
ProvidaCare: Respiratory and Durable Medical Equipment Oxygen, CPAP, Nebulizers, Medical Supplies, Respiratory services 218.844.2273 Wheelchairs Unlimited 218.847.2433 Specializes in wheelchairs, canes, walkers and scooters
PHARMACIES
CVS Pharmacy Detroit Lakes 218.847.1484 D.L. Pharmacy Detroit Lakes 218.847.3537 Kmart Detroit Lakes 218.847.9755 Sanford Pharmacy, Detroit Lakes 218.846.2276 Seip Drug Frazee 218.334.3070 Thrifty White Drug Detroit Lakes 218.847.9248 or 1.800.510.7497 Lake Park 218.238.6642 or 1.888.640.5334 Wal-Mart Detroit Lakes 218.847.7225
Perham Health Medical Accessories 1000 Coney Street West, Perham 56573 Phone: 218.347.1582 FAX: 218.347.1574 Hours are: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
DID YOU KNOW? According to Age in Place, nearly 60 percent of available senior income is being spent on housing and healthcare, and those expenditures do not include transportation or food. The rising costs of many necessities can make it difficult for seniors to make ends meet and, as a result, certain money-saving measures are often necessary. One idea to save money is to shop for food on a full stomach. It’s a fact that people buy less when they’re full, as they are not prone to impulse buys to squash hunger pangs.
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Blinded as a toddler, Frenchman Louis Braille would go on to change the world, overcoming his disability and making it easier for millions of others to do the same. Though not initially blind in both eyes after an accident in his father’s workshop at the age of three, the infection that resulted eventually spread to his other eye, blinding young Louis in both eyes before his fifth birthday. In 1821, at the ripe old age of 12, Braille learned a complex communication system devised by the French Army. Though the system was difficult, Braille was inspired to develop his own system for reading and writing. Within three years, Braille’s system of six raised dots was largely complete. Sadly, his system was not officially adopted until two years after his death.
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You can’t always be there. But we can. With Home Instead Senior Care, caring for an aging loved one doesn’t have to be a struggle. It’s why we offer everything from individualized help around the house to advanced Alzheimer’s care—to keep them safe and sound at home, instead of anywhere else. Take the first step. Call us at 866.678.1010 or visit HomeInstead.com/519 © 2016 Home Instead, Inc.
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Assisted Living for Seniors a ministry of elim care
3540 University Dr S Fargo, ND 58104
701.271.1860 www.elimcare.org/pioneer
Each Home Instead Senior Care franchise office is independently owned and operated.
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Medication safety tips for children and adults Prescription and over-the-counter medications can save lives and help people of all ages manage certain conditions. When used correctly and under the guidance of a physician, medications are largely safe. It’s when medicines are used off-label, shared or taken in error that reactions and injury can occur. The American Academy of Pediatrics and their Healthy Children Organization warns that more than 7,000 children visit hospital emergency rooms every year for problems related to medication errors. Children are not the only ones in danger. Adults can make mistakes with their medications as well. For example, seniors who may be managing several different types of medications can inadvertently cause dangerous drug interactions by mixing the wrong pills. Pharmacists work diligently to help prevent medication errors. However, the general public can also do their part. The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists and the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy offer these medication safety tips. · When a new medication is prescribed, ask the doctor to explain more about it, including its intended purpose and any common side effects to be expected. · Make sure your doctor knows about all the medications you are taking, including non-prescription products, herbal remedies, dietary
supplements, and vitamins. Some medications do not mix with seemingly innocent ingredients. Keep a running list of any medicines you take so you can easily and accurately share this information with your physician. · Question anything that you do not understand. Check the prescription for dosing information. For refills, make sure the refill information conforms to the original prescription strength. · Fill all prescriptions at the same pharmacy and develop a rapport with the pharmacist so that potential drug interactions will be flagged. Pharmacists are well versed in medications and may be able to inform you as to the safety or risk involved in taking an over-the-counter product at the same time that you are on a prescription. · Many pills look the same. If you are confused and taking multiple
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medications, keep medications in the original packaging and doublecheck the labels before taking any medications. · Use the right dosing tools. A spoon from the kitchen is not accurate for measuring out a teaspoon of medication. · If you take multiple medications, use a pillbox to keep pills organized. The box makes it easier to manage medications and serves as a reminder if you have or have not taken a medication on a given day. · Store medications as instructed on the label. The bathroom medicine cabinet may not be an ideal place to store medications, as bathrooms get damp, and that can compromise the integrity of the pills. Also, bathroom cabinets are readily accessible by all, including kids. It’s better to store drugs out of sight and reach of children. Keep dangerous medications locked away. · Routinely discard expired or unneeded medications. Medicine takeback programs for disposal are a good way to remove medicines from the home and reduce the chance that others may accidentally take the medicine. · Consult with a doctor before beginning or ending medication. Medicines play important roles in personal health. When used correctly, medications are assets, but caution should always be taken to ensure safe usage and storage of any medications.
Helping a loved one adapt to a nursing home Many older men and women find the transition to a nursing home somewhat difficult. Men and women tend to see a move to a nursing home as a step toward surrendering their independence, and this can be a difficult hurdle for seniors and their loved ones to overcome. Adding to the difficulty is the fact that many men and women move into nursing homes because their physical or mental status requires the help of a professional nursing staff, leaving family members with little to no recourse when aging relatives protest the move. But there are ways to ease a loved one’s transition into a nursing home. n Keep a positive attitude. The stress of moving an aging relative into a nursing home can be significant for all parties involved. But focusing on the positives of nursing homes, such as around-the-clock care and daily activities, can help aging relatives look at nursing homes in a new light. In addition, family members who familiarize themselves with nursing homes will begin to see they are often great places for aging men and women to socialize with others their age while receiving the care and attention they need. When discussing the move to a nursing home, focus on these positives and your relative will be more likely to follow your lead. n Choose a nursing home that’s close to home. One of the more diffi-
cult parts of transitioning to a nursing home is the notion that men and women are leaving their lives behind once they move into a home. Choosing a nursing home that’s close to home and makes routine visits from friends and relatives possible enables men and women maintain a connection to their current lifestyle. A home that is miles and miles away from a person’s support system can foster feelings of isolation and loneliness. n Plan trips with your loved one. Just because an aging relative lives in a nursing home does not mean he or she can no longer travel. If a relative is healthy enough to travel, include them on family trips and outings. This includes more routine events like weekly Sunday dinners, kids’ sporting events and other extracurricular activities. The more involved your aging relative are in
the daily life of your family, the more likely they are to see the advantages of living in a nursing home. n Encourage your loved ones to take some personal items with them. When moving into a nursing home, men and women must leave behind many of their possessions. This is a simple space issue, as the rooms in a typical nursing home cannot accommodate a life’s worth of keepsakes and possessions. But that doesn’t mean men and women have to leave everything behind. Encourage your loved one to bring along some possessions, such as his or her family photos, a favorite chair or smaller mementos from places he or she visited throughout his or her life. Such items can make a nursing home seem less antiseptic and more like a home. n Set up an e-mail account for your loved one. If your loved one still has his or her mental health, then set him or her up with an e-mail account. This allows your loved one to maintain daily contact with family and friends. Many of today’s nursing homes provide facilities where residents can access the Internet. If not, speak to the staff and ask if your relative can bring his or her own computer. If your relative will be able to routinely access the Internet, consider purchasing a digital subscription to the local newspaper so he or she can further maintain a connection to the community.
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Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones that occurs when a person loses too much bone, produces too little bone or both. Though the disease is most often associated with women over 50, anyone can suffer from osteoporosis, which weakens bones and can make them more susceptible to breaks. Exercise is a great way for men and women to build and maintain strong bones in an attempt to prevent the onset of osteoporosis. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, weight-bearing exercises can help build and maintain bone density. But the NOF notes that men and women who have suffered broken bones due to osteoporosis or those at risk of such breaks may need to avoid highimpact weight-bearing exercises, which include dancing, hiking, jogging, and jumping rope, among others. For those whose physicians who suggest they avoid high-impact weight-bearing exercises, low-impact weight-bearing exercises can help them strengthen their bones. Such exercises may involve low-impact aerobics and using cardiovascular machines, such as elliptical trainers, stair-step machines and treadmills. Additional exercises that can benefit men and women looking to prevent or combat osteoporosis can be found at www.nof.org
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Kerrie Steinbach, Owner 407 Carlund Parkway New York Mills, MN 56567
Long Term Care Ins., South Country • U Care • Medica Blue Cross/Blue Shield • Private Pay • Medical Assistance Phone: 218.385.3466
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Licensed and bonded with the State of Minnesota.
North Star Nursing • Home Care Services • Personal Care Assistants • Private Duty Nursing • Homemaking
1-800-535-5895
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Committed to You At Sanford Health Detroit Lakes Clinic & Same Day Surgery, our team provides you with health and healing where it’s convenient for you. Our services include: Behavioral Health, Cardiology, Dermatology, Diabetic Education, ENT, Family Medicine, Hand Surgery, Hematology, Internal Medicine, Mammography, Medical Home, Medical Oncology, Nutrition, OB/GYN, Occupational Medicine, Occupational Therapy, Ophthalmology, Optical, Optometry, Orthopedic Surgery, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Podiatry, Radiology, Surgery, Urology Clinic Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-Noon
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