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Eventually, spring will be among us As I write this on March 8, forecasts show Minot on the fringe of yet another heavy winter storm. Whether Old Man Winter and Mother Nature choose to share their marital bliss – or lack thereof – with us once again, the calendar reassures us that eventually, spring will be upon us. And with that glorious news comes the annual cornucopia of fun events in which area seniors and others can choose to take part. Somerset Court has a pair of annual spring traditions coming up in April – our Benefit Breakfast event, which benefits The Lord’s Cupboard Food Pantry, and our Volunteer Luncheon. The Volunteer Luncheon
our musicians and singers the rare chance to enjoy one another’s talents and even DAVE join together if they wish. CALDWELL Somerset Court’s Benefit Breakfast will be held Saturday, April 27, from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Tickets will be Director on sale throughout March Somerset Court and April at Somerset Court, located at 1900 28th St. SW, and The Lord’s will be held on Saturday, Cupboard, located at 1725 April 13, at 1 p.m. This event, held in conjunction W. Burdick Expy. Cost for the breakfast, which inwith National Volunteer Week April 7-13, is a cele- cludes pancakes, smoked bration to honor all the vol- sausage, orange juice and coffee, is $5. Tables will be unteers who have located in the Somerset generously given of their time to entertain Somerset Court lobby the day of the breakfast. All proceeds and Court residents over the food collected for this event past year. The special luncheon is capped off by a will be donated to The “jam session,” which gives Lord’s Cupboard, serving
the hungry and povertystricken people of Minot and Ward County. But wait … there’s more! The 23rd annual Salute to Seniors event, sponsored by KMOT, the Minot Senior Coalition, and in part by Somerset Court, will be held on Tuesday, May 14, at the Minot Municipal Auditorium at 9 a.m. This year’s event, themed “Saluting Music Thru The Years,” will feature Mollie B, Ted Lange, and the Squeeze Box Band, along with The Replacements, Judy’s Funtime Band, Larry Nelson and Daniel Starks. Somerset Court’s very own Activities Director Ara Bruce will per-
form the National Anthem. This event is regularly attended by more than 500 area seniors. Tickets are $15 and include a noon meal of ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, frog eye salad, veggies, roll and dessert. There are lots of door prizes, and plenty of senior living vendors to visit with throughout the day. Also, our monthly All City Senior Dance is scheduled for March 29, featuring Lois Zahn and FunTyme Karaoke, at 6:30 p.m. This event, as always, is free and open to all area seniors. For more information and to see other activities being held at Somerset Court, go to somersetcourt.net.
Spring into a healthier You
BY LAUREN BRADY MS, RD, LD Clinical Dietitian Trinity Homes
Change is in the air as the temperature slowly begins to warm up and signs of life are beginning to return. That only means one thing, that spring is right around the corner. There is no better way to “spring” into the new season than with National Nutrition Month. National Nutrition Month is celebrated every March and is a time to promote the importance of making sound food choices and improving physical activity habits. No matter how old you are, healthy eating and physical activity will always be important. As we go through the lifecycle our bodies are continuously changing, and so are our nutrition needs. For example, the nutrition needs of an infant are not the same as the nutrition needs of an adult in their 50’s, and the nutrition needs of an adult in their 50’s is not the same as the nutrition needs for an adult in their 70’s. A balanced diet for older adults consists of fruits and vegetables, protein, dairy, grains, healthy oils, and fluids. Incorporating a balanced diet with moderate physical activity into your lifestyle are very important components of active aging. As it begins to warm up
outside it is easier to incorporate physical activity into your day. Older adults benefit from moderate physical activity, such as walking or gardening. Consuming adequate calories and protein is an important component of physical activity to help maintain muscle mass. Also, consuming plenty of fluids is important to maintain hydration, especially during increased physical activity and in warmer weather. Fluids are available as water, tea, coffee, soups, fruits, and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are packed full of fiber and nutrients all while being low in calories. Typically, the darker the produce the more nutrients it will contain. Fruits and vegetables can be kept on hand in multiple forms such as frozen, fresh, canned, and dried. This makes it easier to incorporate a variety of fruits and vegetables into your favorite dishes. Grains are a great source of B vitamins and fiber. Today, most grains can also be found in a whole grain version making it easier to incorporate whole grains into your diet. Try making half of your grains whole by trading white rice for brown rice or reaching for whole wheat bread over white bread to help increase your whole grain and fiber intake. Foods high in protein provide a wide range of nutrients that help maintain muscle mass. High protein foods include seafood, poultry, eggs, beans, peas, nuts, seeds, soy products,
and low/non-fat dairy. Protein rich foods are best prepared with herbs and spices, little added salt, and minimal butter and cheese. This helps minimize sodium and saturated fat intake. Another way to help decrease fat intake is by baking or grilling your protein instead of frying it. Fat-free and low-fat dairy products are another great source of protein and another important component of a balanced diet. Along with being a good source of protein, dairy is also a good source of calcium and other important nutrients for the body. Try incorporating a variety of dairy products into your diet by selecting fat-free or low-fat milk, cheese, and yogurt. Healthy oils are an important component in a balanced diet because they provide essential fatty acids and some fat-soluble vitamins. Vegetable oils and margarine are great substitutes for solid saturated fats, such as butter or lard. Use soybean, canola, or olive oil when cooking and preparing foods. Healthy oils can be used when sauteing vegetables, browning meats, and making salad dressings. A healthy lifestyle starts with small changes. Whether it’s changing white noodles for whole wheat noodles, drinking an extra glass of water during the day, or adding a 15minute walk into the day, take the opportunity this month to make one small change toward a healthier lifestyle.
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Looking forward to spring Well, what a different winter we are having this year; bitter cold and snow. I’m looking forward to spring, are you? Here at Trinity Homes we have been doing different activities like bringing in “Gallery on the Go” individual painting for residents. They each get a canvas and paint; the instructor goes step-by-step on painting an item she picked for residents to paint. Flowers, church, animal or scenery. Residents keep their painting for their enjoyment hanging in their rooms. Other activities we have done and residents love it, “Resident Auction.” We bring in auctioneer Milt Korslien. The residents get $50-dollar play money and can bid on items up to that amount. We get donated items like stuffed animals, candy, blankets, jewelry, soda and many other items. Music is always a great activity providing a dance or just for listening. We do a variety of music from rock
’n’ roll, country, gospel and old-time bands, to meet the needs of different age groups. Activities brought to Trinity Homes are requests made by individual residents or at resident council, which meets once a month. This gives us an idea what our residents likes and dislikes are. Keep wearing that smile.
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Minot Commission on Aging is here for you Minot Commission on Aging works to help seniors through different programs
By SHYANNE BELZE R Care Clinics, Meals on Wheels, the Parker Center CofStaff Writer sbelzer@minotdailynews.com fee Shop, and Prairie Rose Homecare services. EveryThe Minot Commission on thing they do is to benefit senAging has been offering pro- iors in their reach. Their most popular programs and assistance to seniors in the Minot area and gram, Meals on Wheels, serves seven different counties for around 500 meals a day. The over 45 years. Their mission is service works to provide sento assist senior citizens so that ior citizens with home delivthey can remain in their ered, congregate, and frozen homes and independent. For meals depending on their the MCA, “there’s no place needs. As a Title III program, the like home.” The purpose of MCA is to meals are paid for on a donapromote understanding of the tion basis. “No one is denied a meal various problems of the senior citizens in the community just because they can’t pay for while promoting and imple- it,” explained Roger Reich. menting various programs to “There is no fee for the servhelp meet the needs and solve ices.” The service relies heavily the problems of senior cition volunteers to help make zens. To meet their mission and and deliver the meals to those purposes, MCA offers a variety receiving them. According to of activities along with Foot Reich, it would be impossible without the 300 to 400 volun-
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teer base they have. “Without volunteers, it would be almost impossible to get it done in the time frame,” he said. MCA is very thankful for everyone who works with them to help them run their programs and to offer what they do to the senior citizens of the many counties and towns they serve. “It’s very important that we help those seniors who can’t always get out,” he said. Other Title III programs include their Foot Care Clinics and the various senior activities they work to offer. These programs, according to Reich, can be utilized by anyone 60 years of age or older in the many communities that MCA offers them. All it takes to be qualified is to be a senior citizen. They work to offer services that make the lives of seniors easier, including a special service during the fall and winter to help seniors with enrollment in Medicare Part D. One service that MCA offers that is reserved for the Minot community and its surrounding area is Prairie Rose Homecare services. Services offered by Prairie Rose include housekeeping, laundry, errands/general shopping, grocery shopping, meal preparation/baking, correspondence, companionship, respite and personal cares. Reich explained that “Prairie is for seniors and those with special needs in the community.” The Minot Commission on Aging services the Minot area alongside seven counties including Bottineau County, Burke County, McHenry County, Renville County and Ward County. To find a service for you or for more information, Richard Reich invites anyone interested to contact MCA at 8520661. Staff will help answer questions and direct you to where you need to go.
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The Minot Commission on Aging works to offer seniors in Minot and seven different counties around North Dakota services and care to help make their lives better. Services include Meals on Wheels, foot care clinics, activities and more.
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Coming up at AARP Need Help with Your Income Taxes? If you haven’t filed your income taxes yet, the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide site in Minot is ready to help middle- and low-income taxpayers complete their 2018 federal and state tax returns. You do not have to be an AARP member to take advantage of this free service. The Minot Tax-Aide site is located at the American Legion, 1949 N. Broadway. Hours are 10 a.m.3:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday by appointment only. Call 701-509-1446 to make an appointment. Individuals should ensure that they have all of the documents they need to file before coming to the Tax-Aide site, including Social Security cards, a photo ID, and a copy of last year’s tax returns.
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AARP North Dakota Communications Director 2400 10th St. SW This is a free showing of the movie “Instant Family.” Seating is limited and registration is required. Register online at https://aarp.info/IFMNT1 or by calling toll-free 844-418-2281. Free Document Shredding - Saturday, June 1 8 a.m. - Noon Have sensitive personal documents shredded for free to protect yourself from fraud and identity theft. Open to the public and no registration is required. Watch for more information and the location on our website at www.aarp.org/nd.
Coming Up in Minot With the help of volunteers, AARP is planning more events this year in Minot, such as free movies and free document shredding. We need more volunteers to help us with our Minot events. If you are inSocial Security Lounge & Learn terested in being part of a Minot vol- Wednesday, August 28 unteer team, email Doreen at 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. driedman@aarp.org or call 701-355Grand Hotel, 1505 N. Broadway 3643. If you’re thinking about retirement, learn what you need to know about Social Security and Medicare, Here’s what we have including when to apply. Watch for planned: registration information on our website at www.aarp.org/nd. Healthy Living Lunch & Learn Wednesday, March 20 Telephone Town Hall Series for 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Family Caregivers Grand Hotel, 1505 N. Broadway Learn about resources to help Learn about healthy aging from a caregivers find balance in their lives mental health standpoint and how and take care of themselves. It’s easy to lead a purposeful life by staying to join these conversations by phone engaged and active. Registration is from the comfort of your home. required. Register at – Tuesday, July 16, 1:30 - 2:30 https://aarp.cvent.com/MinotHealth p.m. yLiving3-20-19 or call 877-926– Tuesday, November 12, 5:30 8300. 6:30 p.m. To ensure you are called at the Movies for Grownups - “Instant start of the town hall, you must regFamily” - Tuesday, March 26 ister online at 7 p.m. https://vekeo.com/aarpnorthAMC CLASSIC Dakota Square, dakota/#event-24833
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Remarriage: Protect your family by avoiding common pitfalls Although spring may feel like a long way off, it will be here soon. And on its heels will come the summer wedding season. But wedding season is not just for blushing brides and their nervous young grooms. Often called an “encore marriage,” many seniors marry again after a divorce or the death of their first spouse. In the rush of excitement that comes with a new relationship, many seniors overlook the legal implications of tying the knot again. We have all heard stories about Betty and Bob, who were married for 55 years and had four children and many happy years together. Betty passed away and Bob moved to assisted living and soon met Charlene, who has three children. They were married shortly thereafter, and when Bob died, Charlene ended up with the farm. And when Charlene died, the farm passed to her three children. Ruined relationships and years of legal battles followed. A well thought out estate plan could have avoided this outcome. There are three life events that can bring unintended consequences into an encore marriage. The first is if one spouse must move into longterm care. Does the couple understand how they will pay for it and how the Medicaid eligibility rules work in their situation if they run out of money? Will wife’s farm need to be sold to pay for husband’s nursing home bill? Will wife be able to keep her cash rent? Would they have even gotten married if they had answers to these questions ahead of time? And who should wife appoint in her financial power of attorney to act as her financial agent if she is no longer able to manage her affairs – her new spouse, or one of her children? The second life event that
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and should include a full financial disclosure from each spouse. Both spouses should be represented by separate attorneys and neither spouse should be under duress to sign it. The specific terms of the agreement will vary by couple but should address the division of assets upon death or divorce. Ideally, “remarriage protection” should be accomplished in estate planning done during your first marriage. Many couples decide to leave certain assets for their surviving spouse in a trust for the spouse’s lifetime, with terms so the surviving spouse cannot leave the trust assets to a second spouse or lose them in a later divorce. For example, if husband dies, his assets are transferred to a “family trust” for his wife’s benefit. However, if she remarries, she must sign a prenup with her new spouse where he waives his right to the “family trust” assets. If wife fails to sign a prenup with her new husband, she loses access to the “family trust” assets and they are immediately distributed to her children. Many couples bristle at this type of planning, vowing never to remarry if their spouse passes away. Some worry that this type of planning shows distrust for their life-long spouse. However, as more and more families end up in situations like Betty and Bob’s family described above, the importance of this type of planning becomes apparent. The ideal time for a senior to ask for legal advice is well in advance of tying the knot again because the best way to truly enjoy an encore marriage is to know you have dotted the i’s and crossed the t’s by considering these issues.
can bring unintended consequences into an encore marriage is if the couple decides to divorce. This is especially important because many studies indicate second and third marriages are more likely to end in divorce than a first marriage. How will the property be divided? Will wife end up with husband’s lake home? Will husband walk away with some of wife’s minerals? The easiest way to address this issue is for the couple to sign either a prenuptial agreement before the marriage or a marital agreement after the marriage. The agreement should state exactly how the property will be divided in the event of a divorce. The third life event bringing unintended consequences into an encore marriage is the death of a spouse. Many couples believe they have planned for this issue by making clear in their estate planning their assets are to go only to their respective children. However, the law in North Dakota gives a surviving spouse who received nothing from their deceased spouse at death the right to claim 50% of the deceased spouse’s assets; this essentially means you cannot truly disinherit your spouse. The only way to make sure your spouse does not try to claim 50% of your estate is to have each spouse waive this right. This can be done by signing either a prenuptial agreement before the marriage or a marital This article does not constiagreement after the marriage. tute legal advice. Each individA strong and enforceable ual should consult his or her marital agreement in North own attorney. Dakota should be in writing
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A positive attitude can add 7.5 years to your life What if you had a relatively simple way to extend the length of your life? Would you be interested? Evidence indicates we can extend our lives by embracing an approach that goes beyond the traditional strategies involving nutrition, exercise, or sleep. Becca Levy of the Yale School of Public Health recently uncovered a survival benefit associated with positive images of aging. In a follow-up to the Ohio Longitudinal Study on Aging, Levy found those who expressed a more positive self-perception of aging lived an average of 7.5 years longer than those holding more negative perceptions. This finding is the strongest evidence to date that negative stereotypes can be an important health hazard. People with positive perceptions of aging also: – Experience much
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NDSU Extension gerontology specialist Jane.strommen@ndsu.edu higher rates of recovery from illness and injury – Have better brain performance and improved memory – Have a greater sense of control over their lives and a greater will to live – Are more likely to talk to a doctor about health problems, get preventive care such as blood pressure screenings and flu shots, and pursue health promotion programs Even with this research knowledge, maintaining a positive perception of aging is challenging for some people due to the prevalence of ageism in our society. Ageism is prejudice or discrimination against or in favor of an age group.
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Ageist views can come from many sources, including a lack of knowledge about older people, lack of close interactions with older people or a fear of becoming old, which translates into a desire to distance one’s self from “being old.” Common stereotypes depict old age as a time of poor health and functioning or a regression back to childhood. Aging stereotypes can be positive or negative, with some people holding multiple views of a person or group. Ageist stereotypes have potentially harmful consequences. For example, people subjected to negative stereotyping may adopt the negative views and act accordingly with detrimental effects to their self-image, confidence and abilities. Examining our personal views on aging, as well as the messages we are getting around us, is important. Encourage others to join you in promoting positive perceptions of aging that can influence our physical and mental health, and even longevity. For more information on aging well, contact Ellen Bjelland, Extension Agent/Family and Community Wellness, 857-6450, or ellen.bjelland@ndsu.edu
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Genetic/DNA testing schemes Have you received a call from someone claiming to be from Medicare saying you are eligible for “free” DNA testing? The ND Senior Medicare Patrol has been notified that Medicare beneficiaries in ND are being contacted by phone from a caller claiming to be with Medicare. The caller states Medicare wants all beneficiaries to be genetically tested for cancer research and that a DNA testing kit will be mailed to the beneficiary. Included in the kit is a signature card giving the company permission to run the test. All that the beneficiary must do is swab their cheek, sign the card, provide their Medicare number, and using the selfaddressed envelope, return the kit for analysis. The beneficiary is told this testing is fully covered by Medicare. Older adults in group settings are also being targeted. Locations such as senior centers, housing complexes, and other community locations are sought by companies promoting “free” genetic testing, cancer screening, or DNA testing. Screenings at these sites are frequently done under the guise of an ice cream social event. During the event, older adults are asked to perform the cheek swab to collect a DNA sample which will be sent to the lab for analysis. The beneficiaries are told the results will enable their doctors to fine-tune their medications and care. Beneficiaries are told that this test is “free” – all that is needed is their Medicare number. Be Aware: – Medicare only pays for DNA or genetic testing in rare circumstances where it is medically necessary for treatment or diagnosis of a medical condition.
essary. – If a test or product is truly “free,” you will not LINDA have to provide your MADSEN Medicare number. What You Should Do: – If you are contacted by phone, hang up! Do not anProject Director swer any questions or give ND Senior Medicare out any personal informaPatrol/ND Benefits En- tion or your Medicare number. rollment Center – Remember that Medicare will not call you to – These tests must be or- confirm your personal infordered by the patient’s own mation, your Medicare numphysician. ber, or ask questions about – There must be docuyour health. mentation in medical – Report genetic testing or records to substantiate the suspicious requests for your need for the testing. Medicare number to ND – People have been stuck Senior Medicare Patrol at 1with big bills when their in- 800-233-1737, locally at 701surance plan decided the 858-3580 or email at test was not medically nec- ndsmp@minotstateu.edu.
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PAGE 8 Alamo Senior Center 528-4881 Business Meeting: 2nd Tuesday, 1 p.m. Social Activities: Birthdays, monthly, last Tuesday Cards: Tuesday p.m., following lunch Senior Meals: Tuesdays, noon Foot Clinic: Odd months, Divide County Health Nurse Anamoose Senior Citizens 465-3316 Business Meeting: 1st Monday with bingo & speaker Social Meeting: 3rd Friday of month Senior Meals: Every Monday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chair Exercise: Every Monday & Thurs, 9:30 a.m. Free Blood Pressure Check: 1st Monday, monthly Cards & Dominoes: Every Friday, 6:30 p.m. Berthold Senior Citizens 453-3680 Business Meeting: 3rd Thursday, 3:45 p.m. Cards/Games/Lunch: Tuesdays & Fridays Bone Builders Exercise: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9 a.m. Foot Clinic: 2nd Wednesday, even months (First District Nurses)
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Thursday, 2:30 p.m. Social Meetings: (Coffee) Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Thursdays, 2 to 4 p.m. Senior Meals: Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11:30 a.m. Foot Clinic: 2nd Thursday, monthly Cards: Monday evenings, 7 p.m. Bus Service to Kenmare and Minot is available. Burlington Friendly Seniors 838-3561 Business Meeting: 3rd Thursday, 4:30 p.m., Potluck Supper Social Meetings: Coffee, Monday, Wednesday & Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Cards: Thursdays, 1:30 to 4 p.m. Foot Clinic: 3rd Wednesday, odd months, First District Health Nurse Pancake Breakfast: Last Saturday, monthly- January to October, 8 a.m. to noon
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SPRING 2019 Tuesday, monthly with potluck Foot Clinic: 4th Monday, even months, First District Health Nurse Social Events: Bingo and lots of visiting City meets regularly at the Center. Quilting Mission: Jan. through May, anyone is invited to help! Drake Senior Citizens 465-3225 Business meeting: 4th Monday every month. Potluck every 4th Monday every month. Social activities: Nov.-May open to the public. Every Friday afternoon: cards, games, socializing, coffee and snacks. Foot Clinic: every 3 months, 3rd Wednesday. Call 537-5732 for appointment. Souris Basin public transportation to Minot every Thursday. Call 1-800927-8318. Esmond Golden Age Club 249-3230 Business & Social Meeting: 2nd Tuesday, monthly, 2 p.m. Activities: Potluck Meals, Bingo, and Readings Fessenden Senior Citizens 547-3403 Business Meeting: 3rd Tuesday, monthly, with speakers, programs and games Social Activities: Holiday meals and potlucks Senior Meals: Tuesday, Wednesday and Fridays, catered by Wells & Sheridan Aging Council, (home delivered meals available) Birthdays: 1st Monday, monthly Flaxton Senior Citizens 596-3850 Business Meeting: 2nd Wednesday, monthly Foot Clinic: 4th Wednesday, odd months, First District Health Nurse
Pincochle: Every Wednesday Annual Flu Shot Clinic: October Glenburn Senior Citizens 362-7773 Monday, Every Wednesday and Friday: coffee starting at 10 a.m. Meals at 11:30 a.m. 1st Sunday of every month, pancake breakfast from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the center. Meeting to follow breakfast. 3rd Sunday of every month, a birthday potluck at the center starting at 12:30 p.m. Games and cards to follow. Footcare every 3rd Monday. Gatherings every Tuesday morning at the Last Hurrah, 10 a.m. breakfast (brunch) on your own. 2nd Saturday of each month, 11:30 a.m. at a different restaurant in Minot, location to be announced at previous month’s meeting. 3rd Thursday of each month, Last Hurrah, 5:30 p.m. Meal on your own. Granville Senior Citizens 728-6888 Business Meeting: 2nd Monday, monthly Social Meetings: 4th Monday, monthly Bingo Afternoon Activities: Daily cards, puzzles and coffee Senior Meals: Monday, Wednesday & Fridays, 11:30 a.m., at Memorial Diner Foot Clinic: 3rd Monday, even months, First District Health Nurse Birthdays: 3rd Tuesday, odd months, potluck meal at 4:30 p.m. Souris Basin Transit Service to Minot: Thursdays Grenora Senior Center 694-2472 Business Meeting: 2nd Wednesday, monthly, 1 p.m. Social Activities: Annual Burger Fry and Membership Drive, October
SPRING 2019 Cards: Monday, Wednesday & Fridays Senior Meals: Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays, noon Foot Clinic: odd months, morning, Divide County Health Nurse Harvey Senior Citizens Senior Center is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monthly business meeting 2nd Tuesday celebrating birthdays and lunch served. Bingo at Senior Center every Friday at 1:30 p.m., also card games and visiting. Bone builders exercise Mondays and Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Wells, Sheridan Aging Council serves meals Monday through Friday at noon. Supper night is once a month. Home delivered meals are available. Wells, Sheridan Aging Counci daily bus service to Harvey. Also scheduled bus rides to Minot and Bismarck – call 324-4032. Kenmare Senior Citizens Center 385-4551 Business Meeting: Quarterly, Jan., April, July & Oct Social Meetings: Monday through Saturday, 1:30 p.m.- Games & 3 p.m.Lunch Senior Meals: Monday through Friday, 11:45 a.m. Foot Clinic: 3rd Wednesday, monthly, First District Health Nurse Exercise: Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30 a.m. Birthday Potluck: November through April, Saturday, noon; May through October, Friday, 6 p.m., Games & Social follows Board members meet as needed. Lansford Hi Neighbors 362-7483 Business Meeting: 1st Wednesday, monthly, 5 p.m. dinner, Lansford Mall Social Meetings:
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Activities, Tours, Events as planned Senior Meals: Monday through Friday, TJ’s Diner in Lansford Mall Foot Clinic: 4th Thursday, odd months, Lansford Mall, First District Health Nurse Souris Basin Transit Bus Service: Thursdays, to Minot Educational activities, tours, and videos throughout the year. Lignite Senior Citizens Club 933-2855 Business Meeting: 1st Friday, monthly Social Meetings: Card playing, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Senior Meals: Monday, Wednesday & Fridays, Noon Foot Clinic: 2nd Monday, monthly, Christ Lutheran Church Makoti Senior Citizens 726-5757 Business Meeting: 2nd Wednesday, monthly, 7 p.m. Social Meetings: Potluck Supper, 6 p.m., prior to business meeting Frozen Senior Meals: Order the 1st week of the month, 726-5757 Max Over 55 Club 679-2265 Business Meeting: noon, 4th Friday monthly, except 6 p.m. in June and July, potlucks also. Other Friday potlucks coincide with the school
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Mohall 1st & 3rd Friday: Noon potluck, all Invited. 3rd Friday: Business meeting Monday-WednesdayFriday: Bone builders 9:30 am Newburg Senior Citizens 272-6204 Business Meeting: As needed Social Meetings: As scheduled Senior Meal: Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m., Coffee Cup Cafe, Newburg Mall Foot Clinic: 1st Wednesday, odd months, Community Center, First District Health Nurse New Town Lakeside Senior Citizens - 627-2818 Business meeting: 1st Friday at noon. Senior meals every Friday at noon followed by cards, dominoes, shuffle board, puzzles etc. Parker Senior Center 21 1st Avenue SE, Minot 852-0561 www.minotcoa.com email: mcoapsc@srt.com Senior Meals: Lunch, Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. in Parker Center Dining Room BINGO: Mondays, 12:15 p.m. EXERCISE: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. Birthday Celebration: 3rd
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Wednesday Other Events: As scheduled Call: 852-0561 for more information Contact: Deb Leyrer, 8520561 or debmcoa@srt.com
Service: Thursdays, to Minot Activities: Cards, puzzles, snooker and coffee with treats, anytime! Local papers available, books and TV
Parshall Golden Jet Set 862-3444 Business Meeting: Wednesdays, 11:45 a.m. Social Meetings: Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. Senior Meal: Wednesdays, noon, homecooked meal Foot Clinic: 4th Wednesday, even months Activities: Tuesdays, 3 p.m., cards, visiting, puzzles Center is available for rent. Call: Judy, 862-3852; Karen, 862-3642; Pat, 8623642
Ray Senior Center 568-3946 Business Meeting: 2nd Tuesday, monthly, 12:30 p.m. Senior Meals: 2nd Tuesday, weekly, noon Special events and activities: as planned
Plaza Senior Center 497-3320 Business Meeting: 3rd Wednesday, monthly, 3 p.m., followed by cards and potluck meal Senior Meals: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, at 11:30 a.m., in Plaza Cafe; Monday and Wednesday, Breakfast, in Plaza Cafe Foot Clinic: Every other month, Mountrail County Health Nurse Yoga/Exercise: Three times each week Computer: available for members Powers Lake Senior Citizens 464-5630 Center is open, Mon. through Saturday, 7:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Business Meeting: 3rd Saturday, monthly, 5:30 p.m., followed by potluck supper Social Meetings: 2nd Wednesday, monthly, 1:30 p.m. Senior Meals: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, noon; reservations required Catered by “The Food Barn” Foot Clinic: 3rd Wednesday, monthly, First District Health Nurse Souris Basin Transit Bus
Rolla Senior Citizens 477-6421 Business Meeting: 2nd Friday, monthly, 12:45 p.m., followed by bingo & entertainment Senior Meals: Daily, noon; home delivered and frozen meals available Foot Clinic: 3rd Thursday, monthly Exercise: Bone Builders program for seniors Transportation Van: available for rides to medical appointments, shopping and business appointments Rugby Senior Citizens 776-2240 Center is open daily 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Business Meeting: 2nd Monday, monthly, 1:30 p.m. Senior Meals: Monday through Friday, 11:45 a.m., Reservations required by 1:30 p.m. day prior. Bingo: Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Souris Basin Transit Bus Service: Daily, in Rugby and Thursdays, to Minot
Ryder Happy Hours Club 758-2404 Business Meeting: 1st Monday, monthly Breakfast: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. Clinic: 1st Foot Wednesday, odd months Sawyer Senior Citizens 624-5256 Potluck meals are planned periodically. Senior meals are served at noon on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Sawyer Senior Center. Call 624-5256 for meal reservations. Pool and exercise are available every Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning. Members’ birthdays are recognized the first Wednesday of every month at the dinner and birthday cake is served. Activity night and meetings are held the second Thursday of each month. Foot clinic is offered the second Wednesday of every even numbered month. For information on bus service to Minot, call 8528008. The club email address is sawyerseniorcitizens@srt.c om. Stanley Golden Age Club 628-2101 Business meeting 2nd Friday 10 a.m. Home-cooked meal every Friday at noon. Birthday party on the 4th Friday of every month; birthday cake and special
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Hello Seniors! It’s that time again for Minot Area Senior Coalition to get ready for the upcoming 23rd Salute to Seniors. We are gearing up for a great full day of fun. Our theme this year is “Music thru the Years” featuring, The Replacements & Daniel Starks taking us a musical avenger. “Mollie B” Squeezebox band will enlighten us with her musical talent, dancing the afternoon away. Mollie was just featured in the movie ‘The Mule “with Clint Eastwood. Larry Nelson also enlightens us with his great country music. We have informational vendors, lots of door prizes, photo booth and of course a great hot meal from the Homesteaders (Ham dinner & trimming). Entertainment in the dining area will feature “Judy Fun Time Band. Enjoy this old-time music while you eat.
LOIS ZAHN
President Minot Area Senior coalition Minot Area Senior Coalition hopes to see you there at the 23rd Salute to seniors held at the Minot Municipal Auditorium, May 14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your smile and dancing shoes. God Bless
SPRING 2019 music. Senior Basin Transit Bus service every Tuesday and Thursday: call for a ride to Minot. Bus: 1-800-927-8318. Surrey Senior Citizens Activity Center 839-8702 surreyseniors@srt.com Senior meals are served at noon on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Call center for meal reservations. Home deliveries are available on request. Foot Clinic is available at the center. Call LaVonne at 240-2679 for an appointment. Game night is held every Thursday night starting at 7 p.m. Feb. 1-April 15. Snacks are provided. Game night is open to the public. Yoga class is held every Monday night beginning at 5:30 pm. Class is open to the public. Bingo is played every Thursday starting at 1 p.m. Birthday cake and ice cream are served at 12:30 p.m. on the third Monday of each month. Board meetings are held on the Tuesday before the last Friday of each month beginning at 5:00 pm Potluck meals are held n the last Friday of each month at 6:30 pm.
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Thursday of the month 1:30 Senior Meals: Summer, Monday through Friday; fall and winter, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday Foot Clinic: third Tuesday, every other month, First District Health Unit Monthly Potluck & Birthdays: Last Wednesday
of the month at noon, with pinochle, whist, hand and foot, and Bunco to follow. Upham 55+ Club 768-2581 Business Meeting: 1st Monday, alternate months Social Meetings: CardsWednesday & Saturday, 1 p.m.; both followed by
coffee and snacks, 3 p.m. Foot Clinic: 1st Thursday, odd months; First District Health Nurse Velva Star City Senior Citizens 338-2628 Business Meeting: 2nd Wednesday, noon, followed by birthday party, 2 p.m. Senior Meals: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11:30 a.m., catered by Souris Valley Care Center. Volunteers serve meals and package meals for home delivery. Exercise room available for members only. Facility is available for rental.
beneficiary of a living trust created Q. Ibyammythelateincome husband. The trust is managed by a local bank Trust Dept. I am concerned about the safety and overall risk level of the trust’s investment portfolio, in light of the recent market turbulence and volatility. Do assets held in a trust portfolio enjoy any special protections? Brad Stai, CTFA
Tioga Senior Citizens 664-3425 Business Meeting: 2nd Monday, monthly, 12:30 pm; Board Meeting, 11:30 am Social Activity: Bingo, following monthly meetings Cards: Tuesday and Fridays, 1 pm Towner Senior Citizens VIP Club 537-5155 Business Meeting: 1st Wednesday every other month, 10 a.m. Coffee every Monday 10 a.m. Cards and games Tuesday 6:30 Bunco first and third
A. Generally speaking, investments held in a trust account are no different than assets you might personally own outside of the trust. To the extent the trust owns certificates of deposit (which are F.D.I.C, insured) or direct U.S. government obligations (insured by the “full faith and credit” of the U.S. government), such assets are fully protected. They would certainly be considered “safe” investments within your trust portfolio. Other traditional marketable securities (stocks, bonds, mutual funds, etc.) are subject to price fluctuation, irrespective of whether they are held in a trust portfolio. One of the main advantages in dealing with a professional trustee is that they are generally very diligent in attempting to minimize risk through broad-based diversidication, and making sure that the portfolio conforms to your overall investment objective and risk tolerance.
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PAGE 11 Westhope Senior Citizens 245-6401 Business Meeting: 3rd Monday Center is open Monday through Friday, 2 to 5 pm Senior Meals: Monday through Friday, 11:45 am at Westhope Public School Cafeteria. Home delivered meals are available. Foot Clinic: 2nd Monday, monthly at Senior Center. Wildrose Senior Citizens 539-2169 Business Meeting: 1st Tuesday, 1 p.m. Social Meetings: Birthdays, 3rd Tuesday, 1 p.m. Senior Meals: Every Tuesday, noon. Transportation: Wildrose
Public Transportation, weekly trips to Crosby, Tioga, Williston and Minot, Call for reservations. Van is also available for special events. Willow City Senior Citizens Center Business and social meeting: first Monday of the month at 2 p.m. followed by bingo and lunch. Senior meals served at the Backwoods Cafe every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at noon. Card parties Jan.-March every Monday at 1:30 p.m. followed by lunch Foot clinic: every odd month on the fourth Wednesday at the Senior Center. Call 228-3101 to make an appointment.
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