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Sister Stella A ministering force for human dignity, equality
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By Lois A. Pflum | Photos by Aileen Andrews / Action Publications
tanding at the railing of the ship Queen Elizabeth l l that brought her to America when she was eight years old, Sister Stella Storch recalls the date of March 5, 1952. “I was an immigrant arriving like thousands before me into the New York harbor,” smiled Sister Stella. “Our family had to learn a new language; we spoke our native language German at home and English in school. We had to adjust to new foods, the fast pace of American culture and make new friends, while creating a life for ourselves. My parents came to America so their children could have a better life.” The desire to have a better life not only for her, but for so many others is what drives this feisty, exuberant, and larger-than-life woman. Working for the past 12 years for the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes as Coordinator of Justice, Peace and Ecology, Sister Stella began her employment in April 2001, after she had finished six years in leadership for her religious community, the
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Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, located in southwestern Wisconsin. “My time and energy have been spent as an advocate striving to bring attention to critical
issues affecting people who are marginalized in our society,” shared Sister Stella. “Important in my ministry have been portions of the statement of mission of the congregation: “to bring about systemic changes for the quality of life, to bring justice for the economically poor, to further the role of women in church and society and mutuality, inclusivity and collaboration.” “Each statement of mission has guided me in serving and empowering others,” continued Sister Stella. Sister Stella has led a number of local initiatives. She was part of PeaceFest, along with Ishamon Harris and Daisy Frasier. The project evolved from the need to bring people of different cultures and races together to celebrate the uniqueness of all. The wellknown Tanzania Trunk Show has been a success selling clothing made by orphans from Tanzania, Africa. Sister Stella raised funds to purchase sewing machines for young girls to be trained in the skills of sewing, so they can earn a living rather than be duped into human trafficking. She organized a march for peace on Main Street, Fond du Lac, when the Iraq War began and marched every Friday for a year. Sister Stella is known for attending city council and county board meetings, speaking up on issues pertaining to diversity, ecology and children. She has been visible in the Fond du Lac community and she is a person you don’t easily forget once you have met her. “When you are working to create longlasting change in systems, you often don’t see the impact for years if even then. It can be disheartening but I thrive on doing what I love. I am able to empower people, stand in for the voiceless and hold people accountable,’’ continued Sister Stella. In 2011, she testified at a state legislative hearing in regards to the Wisconsin state budget. She introduced herself and said, “I am here today representing the 40 percent living below the poverty level, who are the working poor and who could not take the day off to be here to testify.” “I always have had a strong sense of what was fair and what was not fair, even as a young child. When I was a principal, I remember dealing with a situation and afterwards a young student came up to me and said “thank you for being fair.” “This work can become overwhelming. There are so many issues. I have given presentations on the sex slave industry, and the trafficking of women and children right here in Wisconsin. I attend shareholder meetings, speaking on concerns about human rights, living wage, equality for women and minorities, and protection of the environment, and lobbying disclosure. CSA was a founding member of an NGO at the United Nations and I have
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NOW RENTING … I thrive on doing what I love. I am able to empower people, stand in for the voiceless and hold people accountable.’’ — Sister Stella represented them on empowering and educating in regards to women and children, particularly the economically poor, immigrants and refugees throughout the world. What has encouraged me over the years is the wonderful networking among people you meet who are as committed as you are to changing and advocating for justice. The CSA sisters and
associates and their support of my work and the friendships I have made over the years have sustained and encouraged me.” As Sister Stella looks to the future she shared…”You never retire from the gospel message. My hope is to work more in direct services with the poor. I trust that I will be led to where my skills can best be utilized.” ✦
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May Calendar 4-5 • WBSA Bowling Tournament Ledgeview Lanes, 170 S. Prairie Road. The WBSA and Fond du Lac welcomes you to the 2013 Wisconsin State Tournament! Karl Ray Lanes is located at 770 S. Military Rd., 920-921-3430. 5 • Moraine Park Car Show Moraine Park Technical College, 235 N. National Ave., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Hosted by the Moraine Park Auto Club, the car show takes place in the C parking lot rain or shine, with the gate opening at 7 a.m. Last year 200 show cars were on display. Trophies are awarded for first through third place, and Best in Show. 9 • Live Music at Trinity Trinity Restaurant and The Hall, 40 E. Division St., 5-8 p.m. Live music by Cookee from 5-8 p.m. Happy hour from 3-6 p.m. with $1 off every drink. 10 • Olive Art! Ollie’s Olive Oil Haus, 127 University Dr., Fond du Lac, 4-6 p.m. What do you get when you combine olive and balsamic-themed art with an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting? OLIVE ART! Join us for this fantastic event where you’ll get to sample some fantastic olive oils and vinegars, courtesy of Julie Regan at Ollie’s Olive Oil Haus — and the walls will be decked out in beautiful olive and balsamic-themed art for sale! You won’t want to miss it! 10-13 • Horicon Marsh Bird Festival Horicon Marsh Int’l. Education Center, N7725 Hwy. 28, Horicon. The Horicon Marsh Bird Festival will focus on introducing visitors to many birds at the peak of the spring migration. Pack up your binoculars and join us! Enjoy the bird festival photo contest, habitat birding bus and boat tour, sightseeing tour by boat, night sounds bus tour, first light birding bus tour and much much more! 11 • Battle of the All-Stars – Operation Dress-4-Success Knights of Columbus Hall, 795 Fond du Lac Ave. Outdoor brat fry, family activities, beer garden, silent auction, DJ Galaxy from B104 radio 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Cocktails 6-7 p.m.; Dance Extravaganza with dancers from Shut Up & Dance and Battle of the All-Stars 7-11
p.m. Twelve former contestants from former Dancing With The Starz events battle for the title of Fond du Lac’s best dancer. Dessert bar at intermission. Vote for your star! $1 = 1 vote. All proceeds go to Operation Dress-4-Success, a local program to supply back-to-school clothes for needy children.
bag of 11 balls for $10, receive second bag free. Qualifying rounds take place throughout the month of May and early June at area golf courses. Winner from each qualifying round — closest to the pin or a holein-one — will advance to the final round at Walleye Weekend June 9.
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11 • Chicago’s The Second City FDL High School Performing Arts Center, 801 Campus Drive, 7:30 p.m. Legendary comedy troupe that launched the careers of countless comedy stars will be performing their classic sketch and improvisational comedy in a show entitled “Laughing Mattters.” Tickets available at Wegner’s Office Supply, Kornelis on Main, Don Edwards, Cujak’s, ASTOP office and from board members.
18-19 • Memorial Archery Shoot Lakeshore Bowhunters, N6849 Hageman Road, Fond du Lac, 8 am-4 p.m., $10 Lakeshore Bowhunters Memorial Shoot is a challenging 3D course, winding through thick woods and vegetation, just as if you were out hunting in the woods, range includes a clubhouse, sight-in practice range.
Larry Conger, co-chairman of the annual bazaar, has commented that the 43rd annual “Autumn Blessings Bazaar” will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a notable change since the bazaar was always held the fourth Tuesday of October. Mark your calendars now for this very popular event!
17 • Young At Heart Celebration South Hills Country Club, 1175 Fond du Lac Ave., 6 p.m. Ninth annual event in Honor of the 2013 Friend of the Museum Award recipient, CD Smith and the Children’s Museum IMPACT Award recipient, Betty Trent. Wisconsin happy hour featuring “old fashion” fun, microbrew sampling, appetizers and cash bar begins at 6 pm. Local artisanal cuisine paired with Wisconsin spirits and award ceremony to follow. Event tickets $125; table sponsorship $1,000. For more information or reservations, call 929-0707. 17 • Tour the Town Art Walk Downtown Fond du Lac, 130 S. Main St., 5-8 p.m. Stroll historic downtown Fond du Lac during Tour the Town, held the third Friday of every month from 5 to 8 p.m. All manner of artists — from painters, to jewelry makers, to mixed media artists, to cheese artisans, and every medium in between — grace our downtown’s venues with their wares for purchase. Free. 17-19 • Spring Vintage Weekend Road America, N7390 Hwy. 67 Elkhart Lake Road America’s first race weekend of the year! Admission is charged. 17-19 • Mercury $1 Million Hole-In-One Shootout Qualifier Whispering Springs Golf Course, 380 Whispering Springs Drive, Fri. 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Buy one
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19 • Women’s Chorus Concert Memorial Baptist Church, 645 Forest Ave., 2 p.m. The Fond du Lac Women’s Chorus will present its annual spring concert on Sunday, May 19, 2 p.m. at Memorial Baptist Church, 645 Forest Ave. America’s heritage and patriotic theme will be expressed through song. The featured piece in the first half of the concert will feature “The Blue And The Gray” a collection of songs about life during The Civil War. Part 2 is comprised of shorter pieces: “Give Me Your Tired Your Poor,”“I Like To Be In America” from “West Side Story,” “From Sea To Shining Sea” and “A Salute To America.” The Fond du Lac Women’s Chorus is under the direction of Kris Bartelt with Georgene Antos, accompanist. A free will offering will be taken. Contact Julie at 922-1568 or ja60phillis@yahoo.com and on Facebook. 19 • 1860s Baseball Game Wade House Historic Site, W7824 Center St., Greenbush, 1:30 p.m. Come cheer on the Greenbush Dead Citys vintage base ball team as they defend their home turf against other regional vintage teams, playing by the rules of 1860. Following the game, younger fans are invited to join team members in a rousing pick-up game. Entire site and game: Adults $11; Seniors (65 and older) $9.25; Children (5-17) $5.50; Family Rate (up to 2 adults and dependent children under age 18). 22-14 • 3D Archery League Lakeshore Bowhunters, N6849 Hageman Road, Fond du Lac. $65 for 13-week league cash/ trophy LSB 3D league consist of three-person teams, the course is winding though woods and vegetation, just as if you were out hunting in the woods. Contact Rob Jacobs at 979-5273; or rob.jacobs.64@gmail.com. 23 • Live Music at Trinity Trinity Restaurant and The Hall, 40 E. Division St., 5-8 p.m. Live music by Cookee from 5-8 p.m.; happy hour from 3-6 p.m., with $1 off every drink. 23-26 • Mercury $1 MILLION Hole-In-One Shootout Rolling Meadows Golf Course, 560 Rolling Meadows Dr., Thurs. 2-7 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. One bag of 11 balls for $10, get second bag free. Qualifying rounds take place throughout the month of May and early June at area golf courses, and the winner from each qualifying round, closest to the pin or a hole-in-one, will advance
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Take-A-Tour RSVP Take-a-Tour Fondy Food Pantry & Broken Bread 51 W Division Street Tuesday, May 14, from 9 to 10 a.m. Take a tour! Learn more about the organizations! Get to know the people involved! Even if you do not intend to volunteer or you are not a senior everyone is welcome to find out what it’s all about. A different organization featured every month. You may park in the lot across the street for this event. to the final round at Walleye Weekend June 9. 26 • Salute The Troops Race Lakeside Park, 555 N. Park Ave., 7 a.m. Salute the Troops will be hosting a half marathon, 5K run/ walk, and kids half mile race. Food, fun, games, and prizes. Begins at Oven Island in Lakeside Park. Admission varies: $20 to $75. 27 Flea Market FDL County Fairgrounds Expo Center, 601 Martin Ave., 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Annual Memorial Day indoor-outdoor Flea Market 31-2 • Mercury $1 million Hole-in-One Shootout The Golf Club at Camelot-Lomira, W192 State Road 67, Lomira. Friday 2-7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. One bag of balls for $10, and second bag free. Qualifying rounds take place throughout the month of May and early June at area golf courses, and the winner from each qualifying round, closest to the pin or a hole-in-one, will advance to the final round at Walleye Weekend June 9.
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Messner celebrates 105 years
Lucille Messner, a resident at All About Life Rehabilitation Center in Fond du Lac, celebrated her 105th birthday on March 22, with a reception held at the nursing home. Messner was born in Mackford, Wis., in 1908. She was the wife of Harold Messner of Oakfield; and is the mother of two sons and the grandmother of four. She loved traveling and baking and continued baking up until the age of 101. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Osborn five generations
The Osborn family, all of Fond du Lac, gathered for a five-generation photo in February. Seated from left is great-grandmother Kathleen Osborn, holding baby Bennett Koch, and great-great-grandmother Irene Herr. Standing: baby Bennett’s mother Kristina Koch and grandfather Dean Osborn. Baby Bennett was one month old at the time of photo. Irene Herr recently celebrated her 99th birthday. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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Therapy dog visits
Harbor Haven resident, Marion Lenz, left, visits with therapy dog Charlie, and his trainer Jake Guell, standing. Charlie was purchased by actor Charlie Sheen for a 15-year-old Florida girl who was injured while vacationing in Wisconsin Dells. Charlie paid a visit to Harbor Haven Health & Rehabilitation and was a big hit with the residents. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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Three’s a charm! By Valerie and Wayne Graczyk
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Whether you join us for an extended trip to Europe or Alaska — or a single-day travel adventure in the Midwest — keep in mind that it is our emphasis to take the stress out of your travel fun!
ver the years Wayne and I have met many wonderful couples who enjoy traveling with their best of friends. Two of these couples have just signed up to travel with “Someday Travel” for their third trip! We couldn’t think of a better foursome to invite to share their travel experience with you. We ourselves have shared some delightful moments with Joni and Gary Greenfield, and Alan and Jeanne Nordstrom, as we have traveled to Paris and Tuscany together, with their third trip to England in May. Joni and Gary Greenfield are from Fond du Lac and their very close friends, Jeanne and Alan Nordstrom, are from St. Paul, Minn. In Joni’s words, here is their sharing of what the essence of traveling together is: “A few years ago, I went to Paris for a week with six high school girlfriends, fell madly in love with the city and determined I would return and bring Gary with me. When he saw the Someday Travel tour to Paris in September 2011, we decided that was our opportunity. We thought it would be fun to have another couple travel with us and I called my cousin Jeanne in St. Paul to ask if she and Alan would like to join us. Their first response was that they had heard such horror stories
about tours and that they didn’t think they would go. About a week later, Jeanne called and said, ‘We just had a glass of wine and we are going.’ It was a total leap of faith on their part, as they knew nothing about Someday Travel. What they found in Wayne and Valerie were two seasoned and experienced travelers who are flexible and adaptable, warm and friendly, with a sense of humor. They are well-organized and have concern for the well-being of each individual traveler. They hire professional, local guides who share their knowledge of the culture and the history of the region. And, there is free-time allowed in their tours to allow exploring places on your own, or just sit at a sidewalk café and watch the people. We had such a wonderful time in Paris. So much so that not too long after we returned, Jeanne called to see if we had seen the Someday Travel tour to Tuscany and Rome in September 2012 and wondered if we were thinking about going. We thought it was a great idea so, once again, the four of us toured with Someday Travel and once again, we had a wonderful time. We got the flavor of the Italian countryside with its charming villages and saw the highlights of Rome. An added bonus was when we were watching the
Joni and Gary Greenfield, and Alan and Jeanne Nordstrom, rest outside the Louvre in Paris. The couple has traveled to Paris and Tuscany together, with their third trip planned to England in May. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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selection of the new Pope, we were seeing places we had been just last fall, which was so exciting! As we write this we are getting ready to pack for another fantastic trip with Someday Travel as we prepare for a May 2013 trip to the Cotswold’s Region in England and three nights in London. We’ll see the Stonehenge, Oxford, the Roman Baths, plus so much more. Of course we’ll see the outstanding sites in London as well, including Parliament, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London and much more. We’ll more than likely include a river cruise down the River Thames. Now our next big decision is where to go with Valerie & Wayne in 2014 - the Danube River Cruise or Greece? For sure, it will be one of the two!” We greatly appreciate the Greenfield’s and Nordstrom’s faith in us and the choices they have made in selecting Someday Travel for a third tour, and maybe even a fourth. One thing Wayne and I continue to share is the joy of making “Someday Travel Dreams Come True.” We are so pleased the Greenfields and Nordstroms have joined us in the past and continue to consider us as their source of positive travel experiences in the future. The Windhover Center for the Arts and Someday Travel have joined together in creating one-day travel experiences. Recently 40 travelers enjoyed a day in Chicago for the opera “La Boheme.” On May 16, we will be leading another group and will attend Shakespeare’s, “King Henry VIII.” Find more information about our one-day trip excursions at www.somedaytravel.com and www. windhovercenter.org. ✦
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Senior Center “armchair’ flight
The third annual Happy Travelers airline flight took off for Hawaii from the Fond du Lac Senior Center on April 5. Following arrival, seniors were entertained by Hawaiian dancers and a solist, followed by a luau meal. Shirley Kelroy, seated left, had a great time participating in the Hawaiian dance, with hula dancer Donna Spears, who was raised in Hawaii. Shirley’s husband Ed is seated at right. FDL Senior Center Director Dottie Winkelmann is standing at back left in doorway. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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Medicare and SeniorCare prescriptions Self-administered drug coverage in outpatient settings By GWAAR Legal Services Team
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rescription drug coverage is already complicated enough. Patients must consider whether they have a prescription drug plan under Part D, a Medicare advantage plan, or SeniorCare. In addition, there are other variables to balance including dosage, refills, side effects and drug interactions, choice of pharmacy, and formularies. Add outpatient care and self-administered drugs to the mix and this already complicated balance can get more difficult. New questions arise: Does Medicare Part D cover them? Or Part B? Do I refill them at my pharmacy? Does SeniorCare also cover them? Outpatient care is care you receive at a
hospital or clinic, you do not have to stay overnight, and are not admitted as an inpatient. This can mean many things and cover many scenarios including an emergency department visit, an observation unit stay, a pain clinic, rehabilitative centers, or even a surgery center. Medicare defines self-administered drugs as medications that a patient could, in another setting, take him or herself. With limited exceptions, oral drugs, suppositories, and topical medications are considered to be usually self-administered by the patient. Usually (with some exceptions), injections are not considered self-administered.
If you have SeniorCare and are planning on having outpatient care, contact both the hospital and SeniorCare to discuss coverage of self-administered drugs. SeniorCare customer service is available at 1-800-657-2038. Contact Julie Hilbert, Senior Benefit Specialist for Fond du Lac County at 929-3521 for more information.
Medicare may cover self-administered drugs under either Part b or Part D Medicare Part B generally covers care you get in a hospital outpatient setting, like an emergency department, observation unit, surgery center, or pain clinic. Part B only covers certain drugs in these settings, like drugs given through an IV (intravenous infusion). Sometimes people with Medicare need “selfadministered drugs” while in hospital outpatient settings. “Self-administered drugs” are drugs you would normally take on your own. Part B generally doesn’t pay for self-administered
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drugs unless they are required for the hospital outpatient services you’re getting. If you get self-administered drugs that aren’t covered by Medicare Part B while in a hospital outpatient setting, the hospital may bill you for the drug. However, if you are enrolled in a Medicare drug plan (Part D), these drugs may be covered. Medicare Part D will generally only cover prescription drugs and won’t pay for overthe-counter drugs, like Tylenol® or Milk-ofMagnesia®. Any drug you get needs to be on your Medicare drug plan’s formulary. If it is not covered by the formulary, you will need to request an exception. You can’t get your self-administered drugs in an outpatient or emergency department setting on a regular basis. Your Medicare drug plan will check to see if you could have gotten these self-administered drugs from an in-network pharmacy. Since most hospital pharmacies don’t participate in Medicare Part D, you may need to pay up front and out-of-pocket for these drugs and submit the claim to your Medicare drug plan for a
refund. Check with your hospital to see if they participate in Part D. If you get a bill for self-administered drugs that aren’t covered by Part B in a hospital outpatient setting, you should submit an out-of-network claim (call your plan for information on how to submit a claim or follow the instructions on your Medicare drug plan enrollment materials). SeniorCare will only cover services billed by pharmacies who take part in SeniorCare. So, to be covered by SeniorCare, the claim must be submitted by the provider (and not the patient). Be aware and cautious if you are in an outpatient setting and have SeniorCare. Self-administered drugs in an outpatient setting will not be covered by SeniorCare, unless billed directly by a SeniorCare provider. Only pharmacies certified to serve Wisconsin Medicaid members are also certified to serve SeniorCare members. Pharmacies are responsible for submitting claims to the SeniorCare program. SeniorCare will not reimburse members directly for covered services. SeniorCare advises that members should not submit bills or receipts for prescriptions to the SeniorCare program.
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ADVOCAP’s Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is part of the Corporation for National and Community Service with over 500,000 senior volunteers nationwide. The ADVOCAP RSVP program matches adults age 55 and over with organizations in Fond du Lac County that need support, experience and talents.
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● Contact ADVOCAP RSVP Volunteer Development Specialist Bridget Bestor at 922-7760 or via email at bridgetb@ advocap.org. You can also get more information by visiting their Web site: www.advocap.org. Bridget Bestor ● Choose an opportunity that interests you or tell ADVOCAP about your experiences and hobbies and they will help match you with a community need. ● Begin a rewarding volunteer experience, where you are in control of when and for how long you volunteer. It is important to try on an opportunity and see how it fits. You can try any volunteer opportunity with no commitment necessary.
Volunteer opportunities Companionship/Outreach
● Bethesda outreach volunteer. Visit one to one with individuals with disabilities. ● Social Services friendly visitor. Offer friendship and encouragement to individuals and families. ● All About Life activity leader. Lead seniors in recreational activities and positive social interaction. ● All About Life outreach. Engage in visits with seniors. ● FDL Senior Center Community Cares. Make monthly group visits to lonely seniors at local nursing homes.
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● FDL Senior Center senior companion. Regular visits with lonely seniors. ● FDL Senior Center telephone reassurance. Make regular reassurance calls to lonely seniors. ● Lake View Estates activity leader. Lead social and recreational activities. ● Heartland Hospice bereavement volunteer. Outreach to families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. ● Heartland Hospice volunteer. Provide regular companionship visits. ● Home & Hospice Advantage activity leader. Lead social and recreational activities. ● Home & Hospice Advantage. Provide regular companionship visits.
Computer
● FDL Library Opportunity Center. Assist job seekers in the Opportunity Center computer lab. ● Senior Center computer instructor. Tutor other seniors on computer use or coordinate Computer Club.
Conflict Resolution
● FDL Conflict Resolution Center mediator. Work with clients to mediate various legal issues.
Driver/Loader/Delivery
● FDL County Social Services Food Pantry transporter. Pick up and transport food from food pantries to Social Services. ● FDL Library Homebound delivery driver. Pick-up materials from the library and deliver them to homebound residents. ● Fondy Food Pantry “Food For Thought” driver/loader. Load packed bins of food bags into their vehicle and together, with a student from the “Wings” program at FDL High School, transport the food to one of our local elementary schools and unload it at the school. ● Fondy Food Pantry Food Drive pickup. Use own vehicle to pick up food that is donated to the pantry after a food drive. ● Solutions Center mover. Pick-up and deliver donations made to the Solutions Center.
Moblie Meals
● Altrusa Mobile Meals delivery. Deliver meals to the homes of local elderly who need a daily nutritious meal.
Fund-Raiser
● 4-H fund developer. ● Boys & Girls Club fund raiser. ● Solutions Center fund raiser.
Congregate Meals
● FDL Senior Services nutrition. Serve elderly and disabled that are in need of a hot, nutritious meal during the lunch.
Event
● AAUW Book Drive volunteer. Assist with planning and coordinating an annual book sale ● ADVOCAP Head Start Family Fun event volunteer. Assist staff with Family Fun events ● Altrusa special events. Assist with various service projects. ● Salvation Army FDL special events. Many seasonal events such as food drives, community dinner, bell ringer. ● YMCA FDL special events volunteer. Assist with special events like YMCA Annual Golf Outing, Walleye Weekend 3-on-3 basketball tournament, and family nights.
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● Broken Bread volunteer. Assist food recipients by handing out food items, serving meals, or carting boxed items to cars. ● Broken Bread Sorting volunteer. Sort, pack and portion food for distribution-does not work with recipients. ● Fondy Food Pantry “Food For Thought” volunteer. Sort food and pack small bags with food items for nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and snacks to elementary school age children on holidays and weekends throughout the school year ● Fondy Food Pantry volunteer. Pack food boxes and sort and shelve food donations. ● Salvation Army Food Program. Greet participants, assist participants in food selection, help load boxes into vehicles
Nature
● FDL Audubon Society volunteer. Control invasive species by removing Garlic Mustard in the Spring and Buckthorn in the Fall
General
● FDL Library Book Cellar volunteer. Organize, shelve, and sell books in the lower level of the Library. ● FDL Library General volunteer. Shelve DVDs, and clean and sort books ● Senior Center General volunteer. Choose from a variety such as recreational coordinator, committee member/director, educational facilitator, fund raising coordinator, maintenance, office assistant, computer instructor, craft shoppe, newsletter crew, receptionist, etc. ● FDL Historical Society volunteer. Help to preserve past heritage through various positions at the Galloway House and Village ● Habitat for Humanity RE-Store volunteer. Work in the store cashiering, stocking shelves or picking up donations. ● Salvation Army FDL Thrift Store. Help sort, hang and price clothing and miscellaneous items. Help consumers who shop
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● YMCA FDL towel service. Assist the YMCA in folding and/or laundering towels.
Safety
TRIAD/S.A.L.T volunteer. (Senior and Law Enforcement Together) Assist group with planning and implementing projects and presentations for senior safety
Skilled
● Habitat for Humanity construction. Assist with rough or fine carpentry, carpeting, cabinets, tiling, windows, drywall, landscaping/yard work, roofing, painting, and plumbing ● Project Linus – FDL blanketeer. Create blankets and quilts for children that are seriously ill.
Transportation
● Boys & Girls Club FDL van driver. Transport youth and staff to off-site locations and activities ● FDL County Social Services transportation. Provide transportation to Social Services clients to medical appointments, school, youth programs, work, and job interviews. ● FDL County Veteran Services volunteer driver. Provide rides to veterans to and from various U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities in our state. Use county vehicle or own.
● Boys & Girls Club After School Project. Encourage youth to participate in community service by teaching them the value of service through quarterly projects. ● Boys & Girls Club mentor/ tutor. Encourage academic achievement through homework help, games, etc. ● BRAVE after school enrichment activity volunteer. Introduce youth to new hobbies and activities (Ripon). ● BRAVE after school free time monitor. Monitor activity during snack and recess times (Ripon). ● BRAVE after school homework helper. Help youth with homework (Ripon). ● FDL Social Services youth mentor. Develop nurturing friendships with young people in need of guidance and companionship. ● FDL Literacy Services Jail tutor. Tutor provides one to one basic literacy instruction to incarcerated adults at the FDL County
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● 4 H Project leader/mentor. Help youth choose and develop their 4-H projects for display at the fair. ● 4-H Club volunteer. Coordinate community service events, and provide leadership. ● ADVOCAP Head Start classroom. Assist children age three to five with a variety of learning experiences. ● BBBS FDL mentor. Develop a caring relationship with a child in need. ● BBBS FDL school-based mentor. Spend one hour each week during a child’s lunch hour at their school. ● Boys & Girls Club activity monitor. Monitor activities in the front entrance, computer lab, etc.
Jail. ● FDL Literacy Services tutor. Basic literacy instruction to adults. ● FDL School District mentor. Mentor a young person in a school setting. ● Volunteer Center Hope mentor. Create positive relationships with women over 18 that need an adult female role model. ● New Beginnings Resident Assistant volunteer. Encourage and teach effective parenting and life skills. ● Solutions Center client educator. Restore hope by educating clients in job and life skills. ● YMCA FDL childcare volunteer. Engage with children in a positive way by playing games, reading, eating lunch, etc. ● YMCA FDL youth sport coach. Coach or assist in coaching children in YMCA youth sports such as football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, tee ball, dance, cheerleading, and racquetball. ✦
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Lifestyle
Caregiver 101 Creating a safe and happy environment for your loved ones
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early 66 million people, or 29 percent of the U.S. adult population, are providing care to someone who is ill, disabled or aged, according to the National Center for Caregiving. And, according to AARP, 61 percent of family caregivers who are 50-plus also work either full-time or parttime. How can busy caregivers gain peace of mind that their family member is happy and safe while they’re working? There are easy home updates to help improve the safety and security of their living space.
Preparation
Once you have determined the best place for your loved one to reside — whether they live
independently, in an assisted living facility or in your home — you’ll need to create a safe environment. You may enlist the assistance of a Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (CAPS) to make residential updates or, follow these simple tips to help make your family member’s home a safe place for a lifetime.
Bathrooms
Since most slips and falls occur in the bathroom — often while getting in and out of the tub or shower — AARP suggests adding grab bars, using non-skid mats on the tub or shower floors and installing a handheld showerhead for easier bathing. These simple adjustments can help avoid injury.
AARP suggests adding grab bars, using non-skid mats on the tub or shower floors and installing a handheld showerhead for easier bathing.
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For more information about bath safety products, visit www.moen.com/homecare or www.lowes.com. For a variety of caregiver resources, visit the Caregiving Resource Center at www.aarp.org.
Moen Home Care products, such as the designer grab bars with accessories, combine the safety benefits of a grab bar with common bath essentials, including a towel bar, paper holder, straight shelf and a corner shelf, making each item functional and fashionable. Plus, each product is available in popular finishes, including chrome, brushed nickel and old world bronze, to coordinate with the rest of your bath. Next, add protection in the shower with a shower chair or bench. Moen Home Care offers a variety of free-standing, ADAcompliant seating options that provide an extra level of safety and comfort. Or, for a more stylish upgrade to the traditional, neutral white finish, you may consider a Fold-Down Shower Seat. This design from Moen Home Care installs directly into the wall studs and folds down for a comfortable and secure shower seat — yet folds up for a thin, compact profile when not in use. Plus, the teak wood and stylish metal trim will accentuate the look of even the most upscale shower. “We know caregivers have enough to worry about,” says Laurie Birko, brand manager for Moen Home Care. “Our products help make every bath a safe bath for their loved ones — while still maintaining a stylish look.” For the final steps of the shower makeover, swap the fixed showerhead with a handheld version to allow for bathing in a seated position, and add suction accessories to hold
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Moen Home Care products, such as the Designer Grab Bars with Accessories, combine the safety benefits of a grab bar with common bath essentials, including a towel bar, paper holder, straight shelf and a corner shelf, making each item functional and fashionable.
Hallways and stairs
Researchers have found that by the time a person is 60 years old, he or she needs up to 15 times more light than they did at the age of 10 — and that is especially true in darker areas, such as hallways and stairs. Replace all hallway fixtures with higher wattage bulbs or brighter LED lights for added illumination. Also, add nightlights for any middleof-the-night trips to the bathroom. Do you have hand rails at all stairs to help avoid falls? For shorter staircases, such as the garage entry, nine-inch hand grips are an ideal solution, as they’re easy to install and are available in a variety of finishes to complement any room.
Floors and furniture
To avoid tripping or bumping hazards — and to provide adequate room for walkers, canes or
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wheelchairs — move larger furniture against the wall to create more open walkways throughout the home. Remove loose rugs, or use double-sided tape to ensure they are securely anchored. Finally, be sure that any wires and cords are out of the way to prevent tripping and falls.
SENIOR HOUSING
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Bedrooms
Like other rooms in the home, ensure there is adequate lighting, no loose rugs or tripping hazards in the bedroom. Other helpful additions include adding rails to the bed are helpful for getting in and out. Also, to help keep everything within arms’ reach, create a bedside “command center” equipped with a telephone, clock, lamp and other necessities. Finally, place a commode near the bed if a bathroom is not nearby. With a few simple updates you can create a home that is safe for your elder family members — giving you one less thing to worry about in your caregiver role. ✦
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the showerhead and other necessities at a lower spot for easy access.
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Tenant pays 30% of their adjusted income.
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Senior Dining Menu WEDNESDAY, MAY 1
Salisbury Steak Mashed Potatoes Mixed Vegetables Petite Banana Chocolate Pudding Sliced Bread
THURSDAY, MAY 2
Baked Spaghetti (Includes Vegetables) Mixed Italian Salad Summer Blend Vegetables Birthday Cake French Bread
FRIDAY, MAY 3
Fruited Chicken Salad on a Bed of Shredded Lettuce Cantaloupe Slice Cinnamon Roll Sliced Bread
MONDAY, MAY 6
Glazed Ham Sweet Potato Bake Cole Slaw Applesauce Tapioca Pudding Sliced Bread
TUESDAY, MAY 7
MONDAY, MAY 13
Creamy Chicken with Spinach Penne Tossed Salad Cantaloupe Slice Frosted Cake Sliced Bread
TUESDAY, MAY 14
Country-Fried Steak Mashed Potatoes Mixed Vegetables Butterscotch Pudding Pear Slices Dinner Roll
Baked Chicken American Potato Salad California Blend Vegetables Rainbow Sherbet Pear Slices Dinner Roll
WEDNESDAY, MAY 15
THURSDAY, MAY 16
Closed for Memorial Day
Beef Stew (Includes Vegetables) Corn Coconut Cream Pie Honeydew Melon Biscuit
FRIDAY, MAY 17
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8
Meatloaf Escalloped Potatoes Peas/Pearl Onions Ambrosia Dessert Cookie Sliced Bread
Roast Pork Loin Mashed Potatoes Carrots Fruited Gelatin Fudge Brownie Dinner Roll
FRIDAY, MAY 10
Beef and Pork Chop Suey over Rice Chinese Ramen Cabbage Salad Sugar Cookie Fruit Cocktail Sliced Bread
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FRIDAY, MAY 24
Bratwurst on a Bun German Potato Salad Wax Beans Petite Banana Fudge Brownie
Chicken Breast Mashed Potatoes Copper Penny Salad Fruited Gelatin Vanilla Pudding Sliced Bread
THURSDAY, MAY 9
THURSDAY, MAY 23
Pork Steak Mashed Potatoes Peas and Carrots Applesauce Cookie Sliced Bread
Chopped Beef Steak in Burgundy Mushroom Sauce Mashed Potatoes Peas/Pearl Onions Choc. Surprise Torte Peach Slices Dinner Roll Orange Glazed Chicken Breast Red-Skin Potatoes Tossed Salad Summer Blend Vegetables Apricot Halves Sliced Bread
WEDNESDAY, MAY 22
Hawaiian Meatballs Baked Potato Spinach Salad with Rasp. Vinaigrette Pineapple Tidbits Frosted Cake Sliced Bread
MONDAY, MAY 20
TUESDAY, MAY 21
Roast Turkey Mashed Potatoes Green Bean Casserole Pumpkin Pie Plum Halves Dinner Roll
MONDAY, MAY 27 TUESDAY, MAY 28
BBQ Pork Cutlet Red-Skin Potatoes Western Corn Fruited Gelatin Ice Cream Cup Dinner Roll
WEDNESDAY, MAY 29
Baked Chicken Twice-Baked-Style Potato Pickled Beet Salad Applesauce Cake Honeydew Melon Sliced Bread
THURSDAY, MAY 30
Hungarian Goulash Casserole (Includes Vegetables) German Cucumber Salad Peach Slices Cookie Dinner Roll
FRIDAY, MAY 31
Swiss Steak Mashed Potatoes Peas and Carrots Cream Sicle Torte Fruit Cocktail Sliced Bread
Menus are subject to change 2% milk, and margarine served Fond du Lac County Senior Services Department – 929-3937
Meal Sites fOND Du LAC
● Riverview Apartments, 101 Western Ave. (Mon.-Fri.) – 11:45 a.m. ● Westnor Apartments, 653 W. Arndt St. – noon ● Portland Square Apartments, 55 N. Portland – 11:45 a.m. ● Senior Center, 151 E. First St. (Mon.-Thurs.) – 11:45 a.m.
NORTH fOND Du LAC
● Northgate, 350 Winnebago St. noon
RIPON
● Russell Manor, 504 Russell Dr. – 11:45 a.m. ● Willowbrook Apartments, 615 W. Oshkosh St. – noon
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● Senior Center, 301 E. Main St. – noon
ELIGIbILITy
All persons 60 years or older, or married to someone 60 years of age or older are eligible for the Fond du Lac County Elderly Nutrition Program. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination on the grounds of: race, color, creed, sex, national origin, or their ability to pay.
NuTRITION
Each meal contains 1/3 of the current Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) established by the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences: ● Meat or alternative – 3 oz. cooked ● Vegetable and fruit – 2 half cups ● Bread or alternative – 1 serving ● Butter/fortified margarine – 1 teaspoon ● Dessert – half cup ● Milk – half pint.
REGISTRATION
Those attending are required to preregister at least one day in advance by 1 p.m., either by signing up at a meal site or by calling: ● Fond du Lac Courthouse — 929-3937 ● Waupun Senior Center — 324-7930.
DONATIONS
There is a suggested donation of $3 for those 60 years of age or older or married to someone 60+. Mobile Meals suggested donation of $3.50.
CANCELLATIONS
If you must cancel due to illness or an emergency, please call the Department of Senior Services at 929-3937 before 1 p.m. the day prior to the cancelled meal.
VOLuNTEERS
Volunteers are needed for the Senior Dining Program of the Fond du Lac County Dept. of Senior Services. Call 929-3114 for more information.
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Finance
Social Security honors all who serve By Karyl Richson, Social Security public affairs specialist
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very day of the year, Americans across the nation remember friends and family members who have served and sacrificed for their country. Memorial Day is a day when we all come together to honor those who have given their lives in the defense of freedom and the principles we hold dear in this country. At Social Security, we offer a wide range of services for our Armed Forces members. Families of fallen military heroes may be eligible for Social Security survivors benefits. Learn more at www.socialsecurity.gov/pgm/ survivors.htm. For service members who return home with injuries, Social Security is here to help. Visit our Wounded Warriors website at www. socialsecurity.gov/woundedwarriors. We use an expedited process for military service members
who become disabled while on active military service, regardless of where the disability occurs. The Wounded Warriors website answers a number of commonly asked questions, and shares other useful information about disability benefits, including how veterans can receive expedited processing of disability claims. It is important to note that benefits available through Social Security are different than those from the Department of Veterans Affairs and require a separate application. Even active duty military who continue to receive pay while in a hospital or on medical leave should consider applying for disability benefits if they are unable to work due to a disabling condition. Active duty status and receipt of military pay does not necessarily prevent payment of Social Security disability
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Walk-on vans 60+ years of age
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benefits. Receipt of military payments should never stop someone from applying for disability benefits from Social Security. Karyl Richson is a Social Security public affairs specialist in Milwaukee.
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If you’ve served in the Armed Forces and you’re planning your retirement, you’ll want to read our publication, “Military Service and Social Security” at www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/10017.html. You may also want to visit the Military Service page of our Retirement Planner at www.socialsecurity.gov/retire2/veterans.htm.
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Handi-Van
Wheelchair use or mobility impaired No age restrictions
Priorities
Cost
Medical, Employment, Nutrition Personal Business, Education/Training, Social/Recreation
$2.50 each way $2.50 each way $2.50 each way $2.50 each way
Medical, Therapy, Dental
Within FdL County $2.50 each way Outside FdL County $6.00 each way
No priorities 6:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Mon-Fri)
Fee $3.00 each way
Senior Service Transportation Service Phone Numbers ELDERLY VAN: 60+ years of age ......................................................... 929-3936 HANDI-VAN: Wheelchair or mobility impaired, no age restriction....... 929-3110 ESCORT: Frail, no age restriction ......................................................... 929-3936 Senior Dining & Mobile Meals (60+ years of age) 929-3937 WI-5001607535
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