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DEADLINE is Thurs day at 4:00PM for the fol l ow ing Tu es day ’s Shopp er. Place your classif i e d ad by emai ling classif i e ds@mowercountyshopp er.com or c a l l us at 507-437-7731 to place your ad over the phone using a cre dit c ard. THE MOWER C OUNT Y SHOPPER do es not endors e or accept resp onsibi lity for any claims, pro duc ts or s er vices express e d or implie d in adver t is ement wit hin t his publicat ion. If you have quest ions or concer ns, f irst cont ac t t he vendor or t he pro duc t or s er vice. If you do not get resu lts, you may cho os e to cont ac t your lo ca l or st ate B etter Business Bure au.
FURNITURE & APPLIANCES
HAY FOR SALE
RENTAL APARTMENTS & DUPLEXES
AUTOMOBILES
Morris Furniture’s Budget Shop is loaded with clearance and blowout priced items. All items discounted at 50% and more off. Sofa’s, recliners, sectionals & reclining sofas by popular name brand manufacturers. Mismatched mattress sets, all sizes. Morris Furniture Budget Shop, 1909 E. Main Str., Albert Lea, MN. 507-373-6434. www. morrisfurniture.com. 01/0al00/04
For Sale: Small Square Hay Bales, good quality, no rain. Call anytime 507-440-2255. 05/36p00/07
1 Bedroom - BROWNSDALE Smoke free apartments for 55+. $575 p/mo + elec. Quiet location! 507-273-1383 or 507-451-8524 www.lifestyleinc. net tdd 507-451-0704 EHO. 02/54b90/05
NEED TO SELL A VEHICLE that is taking up space!! Advertise it in The Mower County Shopper for $20.00 for up to a month (4 issues). Call 507-437-7731 or email classifieds@mowercountyshopper.com. tfn/0nc00
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES NEED CASH - I give free appraisals of your coins 1964 and older. I am also looking to buy older coins such as silver dollars, halves, quarters, dimes and Indianhead cents. Please call Ron from Hayfield at 507-477-2427 or 507-259-6460. 01/82c00/06 BUYING – Sterling flatware, dental gold, gold rings, class rings, silver coins - dimes, quarters, half silver dollars & wheat cents. All collectable coins & currency. Call Ed at 651-788-6532. 03/72aupal00/07
HOME IMPROVEMENT Gutters by GT Seamless Gutter Installation and Leaf Protection. Free Estimates. Like us on Facebook. Call Adam 507-402-5541 or Zane 507-402-5578. btfn/0al00
HANDYMAN SERVICES E.L.K. CONSTRUCTION HANDYMAN SERVICES: Update or replace windows, egress windows & doors. Home repair, remodeling & construction, decks, garages, siding, roof repair, drywall & texturing, concrete. Call Ernie at 4384307. 24 years experience, bonded. License #BC 710064. btfn/38b00
1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Apartments available! In the city, close to downtown. And quiet country living. Nice apartments, affordable price. $495-$800. Laundry available, most locations. Basic utilities included at some locations. Come in & ask about our February special! Call 507-440-4062. See kpmrent.com. btfn/18b00
JUNK REMOVAL
Main Floor Apartment 2 bedroom, $800.00 per month plus gas. Call 507-440-8132 or 507-2592574. 03/36b00/05
JUNK REMOVAL – Old Appliances, furniture, electronics, yard waste as well as Any kind of Junk from Anywhere! Basements, attics, garages. Any odd jobs. Free estimates. Senior discounts. BEST PRICES! Call anytime 507-2190466. btfn/0nc00
HOUSES FOR RENT
STORAGE SPACE
HOUSES AVAILABLE! 2 & 3 bedrooms. $750$975 per month. You pay utilities. You can find more information at kpmrent.com or call us at 507-440-4062. Office is located at 508 Oakland Ave. W, Austin. Open Monday-Friday 10AM5PM. btfn/19b50
Storage Space: One 10 x 12 ft. Unit and one 11 x 32 ft. Unit available. For Sale: 6 x 8 ft. Utility Trailer with 4 ft. ramp gate, 3 ft. side, $625.00. Also 10 ft. Tandem Trailer, $625.00. Call 4389141. 03/36b00/05
WANTED SPACE TO RENT Would like a Place to do Wood Working, 30 years experience. Rent neg. Call Audrey Tuscholl 507279-2697. 03/35p00/05
BUSINESS SPACE FOR RENT Available Now, Former Bus Company Facility and Offices 9600 sq. ft. block building, and 3200 sq. ft. office space. Contact Jim 507-438-9974 for more info. tfn/0b00 Available Now, 16,880 sq. ft. Former Bus Storage Metal Building. Contact Jim 507-438-9974 for more info. tfn/0b00
Now Available, RV indoor storage, easy access. Contact Jim 507-438-9974. tfn/0b00
GARAGE SALES CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE for the Mower County Shopper is Thursday at 4:00 pm prior to the following Tuesday’s publication. Watch for Holiday Deadlines. Email classifieds@mowercountyshopper.com. Some restrictions apply. tfn/0nc00
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Assisted living facilities are a vital resource for older who participated in intellectuaging individuals. Data from the American Health al activities like reading than it was Care Association® and the National Center for among seniors who did not engage Assisted Living® indicates that more than 811,000 in such pursuits. people reside in assisted living facilities across the • Gardening: AARP notes that gardenUnited States. ing provides a host of health benefits Assisted living facilities have changed dramatthat go beyond ensuring fresh fruits ically over the years, making them ideal options and vegetables will be on the dinner for adults who may need varying degrees of help table. For example, vitamin D is viwith daily activities. Such facilities can help with tal to bone health, which is importactivities like bathing and preparing meals, but ant for aging men and women who they also can help residents find and explore new are vulnerable to osteoporosis. A or existing hobbies. As individuals adjust to life 2014 study from researchers in Itin assisted living facilities, finding new hobbies or aly found that exposure to sunlight appreciating creative works. A 2014 study from rediscovering old passions can be a great way to can help older adults get adequate researchers in Germany found that retirees who connect with fellow residents. amounts of vitamin D. Signing up for a gardenpainted and sculpted had greater improvements • Reading: Reading is a rewarding activity that ing club can be a great way for seniors to get in spatial reasoning and emotional resilience can greatly benefit seniors and provide an ensome exercise, enjoy time outside the assisted than a similar group who attended art apprecigaging pastime for those with limited mobililiving facility and promote strong bones. ation classes. Many assisted living facilities ofty. Many assisted living facilities offer activi- • Art therapy: According to the Chicago Methfer art therapy or similar programs to residents, ties that are designed to foster communication odist Senior Services, art therapy is a creative and enrolling in such programs can promote between residents and a book club can do just form of therapy designed to help older adults social interaction and provide numerous benthat. What’s more, reading every day may be with memory loss or those experiencing mental efits to men and women over 65. especially valuable for people age 65 and older. or physical stress. The Harvard Medical School A 2018 study published in the journal JAMA notes that recent research has indicated that en- Assisted living facilities offer an array of programs Psychiatry found that dementia risk was congaging in creative activities may be more effec- designed to help residents develop rewarding hobsiderably lower among men and women 65 and tive at delaying cognitive decline than merely bies that can benefit their long-term health.
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Did you know?
Health screenings are a vital component of preventative health care. Specific screenings for older adults can help them stay healthy. Healthline and WebMD recommend older adults schedule these routine tests. The frequency of the screenings may depend on individuals’ health histories, so each test should be discussed with a physician during adults’ annual checkups. • Blood pressure check • Blood test to check cholesterol and triglyceride levels • Colorectal cancer exam starting at age 50 • Weight screening to check for gains or losses • Prostate cancer screening for men age 70 and older • Breast exam and mammogram for women, starting at age 40 • Pap smear and HPV tests at the recommended intervals advised by a doctor • Hearing test • Osteoporosis test • Shingles and pneumococcal vaccines • Eye exam • Periodontal exam once per year
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You Could Win Up To $1,350!
Cabin Fever Cash Trivia Contest!
Each week one winner will be drawn and will win $100 from The Mower County Shopper. That winner also will be entered into a drawing for $250 along with other weekly winners from member publications of Midwest Free Community Papers. At the end of the month, all Midwest Free Community Papers’ weekly winners will be entered into a drawing for $1000!! $100 Entries need to be in by each Friday by 9:00 am. Weekly Winner NEW CABIN FEVER CASH EACH WEEK! Guaranteed! ENTER EACH WEEK FOR MORE CHANCES TO WIN!!
Last week’s winner is Jan Murphy • Be sure to get your entry for this week in by 9am on Friday!
Answer the following questions & drop off or mail entry to:
MOWER COUNTY SHOPPER 3405 W. OAKLAND AVENUE AUSTIN, MN 55912 Entries must be received each Friday by 9 a.m.
1. Rolling Green Fencing, Inc. offers quality product for who? 2. What does Cheers Liquor Store offer free with purchase? 3. How long before you get test results according to Medicap Pharmacy? 4. Duffy’s BP is located on which Avenue in Austin?
Name:___________________________________________________ Address:_________________________________________________ Town:___________________________________________________ State______________________________Zip___________________ Ph. No.__________________________________________________
Entries must be received by Friday at 9 a.m.!
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FA T I NIncome C O M E Tax TA X
Seeking a Part Time Receptionist for the upcoming tax season. (January - April)
Seeking a professional, friendly person to greet clients, answer phones and attend to general office duties
Contact Ben Gildner for more information 507-437-8511
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