◘ Beat the Winter Blues ◘ Medicare Part B Premiums ◘ Voter ID's Needed for Elections ◘ Savor the Flavor of Eating Right ◘ Is it Dementia? Signs and Symptoms ◘ "Springing Forward"
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Senior Review
A Senior Magazine for Living a Healthier, Smarter and More Active Life in Rock County
Healthy Aging Workshops – Join In and Bring a friend! Stepping On
Building confidence and reducing falls. Simple and fun balance and strength training, local guest experts provide information on exercise, vision, safety, nutrition and medications. Seven weekly classes for two hours. Donation of $10. Four class opportunities: April 4 to May 16 9:00 am Mercy Clinic North, Janesville May 6 to June 17 9:00 am St. Mary’s Janesville Hospital, Janesville August 19 to Oct 7 1:00 pm St. Mary’s Janesville Hospital, Janesville Sept 12 to Oct 24 1:30 pm Beloit Senior Center, 631 Bluff, Beloit
Living Well with Chronic Conditions
A self-management workshop for people with chronic illness. The class is designed to improve self-management skills of People living with chronic health issues. Teaches participants confidence, motivation and skills need to manage the challenges of living with a chronic health condition. Six weekly classes for 2 1/2 hours. Donation of $15. April 5 to May 10 1:30 to 4:00 pm Council on Aging, Janesville Aug 25 to Sept. 29 9:30 to Noon Beloit Senior Center, Beloit
“Taking Care of You” Powerful Tools for Family Cargivers
Workshop designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves. It will provide the caregiver necessary emotional tools to reduce guilt, anger and depression, how to deal with difficult feelings, take care of yourself, help you relax, solve problems and effective communication. Seven weekly classes. Donation of $10. April 15 to May 20 9:30 am to Noon Council on Aging, Janesville May 5 to June 9 9:30 am to Noon Beloit Regional Hospice, Beloit Senior Review | 1
Healthy Eating for Successful Living in Older Adults
This is a six-week program designed for older person who want to learn more about nutrition and how lifestyle changes can promote better health. Learn about heart and bone healthy foods, healthy cooking, understanding food labels, identify nutrition food choices, learn about portion controls and how to overcome food cravings and much more! Six weekly classes for two hours. No cost for class. Everyone welcome! April 15 to May 20 9:30 am Beloit Sr Center, Beloit July 15 to August 19 1:00 pm River of Life Church, Clinton Sept 16 to October 21 1:00 pm Council On Aging, Janesville To Register or for more information call (608) 758-8455 or register online at www. co.rock.wi.us/aging Classes Offered through partnerships with Rock County Council on Aging, Rock County Health Department, Alertline - Beloit Health System and St. Mary’s Janesville Hospital, Mercy Health System and Community Senior Centers and the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Rock County.
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Would you like to receive timely information right to email inbox? Join the Rock County Council on Aging’s email list. We will send you information about upcoming events, workshops and training opportunities, the monthly newsletter and community activities. We will never sell or share your email address with others. To join, go to our website at www.co.rock.wi.us/aging and click on “Join Our Email List”.
Workshop Corner
AARP Smart Driver Course Offered in March By Molly Nolte, Mobility Manager
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ow long ago did you take driver’s education? If you’re like many experienced drivers on the road, it’s been decades! A lot has changed over the years: the roads, traffic laws and signals, and the vehicle you drive. You may not notice it, but you, the driver, have changed as well. Your eyesight might be different, your hearing may have changed, or maybe you have a new vehicle that has many modern options that you still need to learn. Here’s a fact: older drivers tend to be the safest drivers on the road. They have more experience, they don’t drive while distracted, and they follow the law more closely. Even though mature drivers tend to make safe choices behind the wheel, when older adults are involved in a crash, their injury and fatality rates are higher than younger people. As we age, our bodies and
Beat the Winter Blues By Rock County Health Department
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any people welcome the change in seasons, the cooler temperatures and the first snowfall of the year. Unfortunately, fall and winter also bring us shorter days and less sunlight. For some people this change causes a type of depression called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD affects about 6% of Americans each year. Symptoms of SAD are cyclical, meaning that they go away and come back at the same time every year. Usually, symptoms appear beginning in late fall and slowly fade as springtime rolls around. Symptoms of SAD include eating more than normal (especially craving carbohydrates), weight gain, fatigue, a drop in energy level, irritability, and a tendency to oversleep. Not everyone who has SAD has the same symptoms, which can range from mild to severe. The cause of SAD remains unknown. The Mayo Clinic suggests that like other mental health conditions, genetics, age and your body’s natural chemical makeup all play a role in the development of SAD. There is no test to diagnose SAD. Rather, a person’s history is used to diagnose the disorder. It is best to see a mental health professional if you feel as if you have the symptoms of SAD this winter.
Light therapy is the most common treatment for SAD. During light therapy, you sit a few feet from a specialized light therapy box so that you’re exposed to bright light. If your symptoms are especially severe, however, your doctor may recommend starting medication. It is important to discuss treatment options with your doctor. Mayo Clinic offers some suggestions of things you can do on your own to reduce your chances of feeling SAD this winter: • Make your environment sunnier and brighter. Open blinds and sit closer to bright windows while at home or in the office. • Get outside. Take a long walk, eat lunch at a nearby park, or simply sit on a bench and soak up the sun. Even on cold or cloudy days, outdoor light can help — especially if you spend some time outside within two hours of getting up in the morning. • Exercise regularly. Physical exercise helps relieve stress and anxiety, both of which can increase SAD symptoms. Being more fit can make you feel better about yourself, too, which can lift your mood. There are no known ways to prevent seasonal affective disorder. However, if you take these steps early on, you may help yourself to prevent the ‘winter blues’.
senses change, the medication we take may affect our driving, and being on the road in the early morning or late at night might feel a little more intimidating than it used to. AARP offers a Smart Driver course to members and non-members alike. The course is four hours long, includes research-based, current information, and completing the course could even reduce your insurance rate! By taking this refresher course, you will gain valuable knowledge about staying safe on the road, and will walk away a safer driver. Who: Anyone of any age who wants to become a safer driver What: AARP Smart Driver Course, offered by the AARP Driver Safety program Where: Rock County Council on Aging, 3328 N. U. S. Hwy 51N, Janesville When: March 31, 2016; 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Cost: $15 dollars for AARP members/$20 for non-members Personal check preferred, cash accepted, no credit/debit cards Contact: Rock County Mobility Manager, 608-757-5408 Seating is limited, so please reserve your spot as soon as possible!
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Beloit Meals on Wheels Kicks Off 2016 March for Meals Event!
Janesville Senior Center Offers Day Trips
Janesville’s Senior Center offers its members and nonmembers the opportunity to participate in traveling day trips to locations around Wisconsin and Illinois. These fun trips usually leave from the Janesville Ice Arena in the morning and return later that night. Previous trips include theater and comedy performances, mansion tours, bakery tours and more! Trip details can be found on the Senior Center Day Trips webpage at http://www.ci.janesville. wi.us/government/departments/neighborhood-andcommunity-services/recreation-division/senior-center/ day-trips March Trip: “Shear Madness” and Jumers Casino • Wednesday, March 16 - $74 Members, $84 Non-members • Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, Rock Island, IL • Comedy performance and casino trip April Trip: “Buying the Moose” • Friday, April 15 - $55 Members, $56 Non-members • Memories, Port Washington, WI • Theater performance May Trip: “Sister Act” and Jumers Casino • Wednesday, May 25 - $74 Members, $84 Non-members • Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, Rock Island, IL • Broadway musical comedy and casino trip
March 1, 2016
Tax Counseling for the Elderly FREE TAX PREPARATION
IRS trained, tested and certified tax counselors will prepare and electronically file your State and Federal taxes, Wisconsin Homestead application. Appointments are REQUIRED! For an appointment call:
For membership or trip information, please contact the Senior Center at 755-3040. Register early, these trips fill up quickly! This information was provided on the City of Janesville’s website at www.ci.janesville.wi.us
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What is “March For Meals”? The month of March mobilizes hundreds of local Meals on Wheels programs across the country to reach out to their communities and build the support that will enable them to serve America's seniors all year long. The 14th annual March for Meals campaign is led by Meals on Wheels America and gives businesses, organizations, and volunteers who contribute so generously in their communities, an opportunity to raise funds and build the support we need to enable us to deliver nutritious meals, friendly visits and safety checks to our Beloit seniors. Again this year, we are fortunate to have our March for Meals Campaign Kickoff at Beloit Culver’s on Tuesday, March 1st from 10am – 10pm – and Culver’s is graciously donating 10% of the day’s proceeds to Beloit Meals On Wheels!
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Medicare Part B Premiums & The Hold-Harmless Provision By the GWAAR Legal Services Team
On November 10, 2015, CMS released the official Medicare Part A & B figures for 2016. There was not a 52% increase in Medicare Part B Premiums as was anticipated. However, there will still be a Part B Premium increase of about 16% — from $104.90 in 2015 to $121.80 in 2016. This increase will only apply to approximately 30% of Part B enrollees due to the “hold harmless” provision. In 2016, the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits will be 0.00%, meaning the monthly Social Security benefit amounts will not increase. Recall that the hold harmless provision limits the Medicare Part B premium increase to the dollar increase in the Social Security benefit from the annual COLA. Because there is no adjustment for 2016, the Medicare Part B premium increase in 2016 cannot apply to Medicare enrollees eligible for the hold harmless provision. Unfortunately, approximately 30% of Part B enrollees (those not protected by the hold harmless provision) will have an increased Part B premium and will have to gradually repay the government through a $3.00 surcharge, which is already included in the increased 2016 monthly premium. On the other hand, enrollees protected by the hold harmless provision will have the same premium in 2016 as 2015—$104.90. To receive protection under the hold harmless provision, a beneficiary must: • Be eligible for Social Security benefits in the months of November and December 2015; • Have the Medicare Part B premium deducted from Social Security benefits
in December 2015 and January 2016 (Social Security benefits are paid with a one-month lag); • Not receive a COLA that is greater than the Part B premium increase (there is no COLA increase for 2016); And • Not have a modified adjusted gross income over $85,000 for an individual and $170,000 for a couple. Medicare enrollees who are not held harmless and will have to pay the increase include: 1) those who do not receive Social Security, 2) state government employees not covered by Social Security, 3) those who do not receive large enough Social Security payments to pay Part B premiums from their Social Security checks, 4) high-income beneficiaries subject to income-related Part B premiums, 5) dual-eligibles (although dual-eligibles are subject to the increased premium, the state Medicaid program will bear the cost), and 6) new Medicare enrollees in 2016. Overall, the hold harmless provision only protects Medicare beneficiaries from the Part B premium increase for 2016. If there is a COLA increase in Social Security benefits in subsequent years, all Medicare beneficiaries will pay an increased premium at that time.
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Voter ID’s Needed for Elections
By Molly Nolte, Mobility Manager
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o you still need your free Voter I.D. card for the Spring Primary and Presidential Preference elections of 2016? You must have a valid, approved photo identification card in order to vote. You have to visit your local DMV to obtain this card. Did you know the Janesville and Beloit buses can drop you off at the DMV? Skip the winter driving conditions and take a warm city bus to get your I.D. before the first election on February 16th! Beloit: From the Beloit Transit Transfer Center on Shirland Avenue, take the Route 3 bus which runs every forty minutes to the DMV in the Shopko Plaza on Prairie Avenue. The Beloit DMV is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. To ride the bus, Regular rate: $1.50, Senior/Disabled rate: $0.75. Janesville: From the Janesville Transit Transfer Center on South River Street, take the Wright Road bus which runs every thirty minutes to the DMV on South Wright Road. The Janesville DMV is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:45 p.m. To ride the bus, Regular rate: $1.75, Senior/Disabled rate: $0.85. Be sure to bring the required paperwork to apply for your I.D.! Call the DMV: (608) 264-7447 for Beloit and Janesville information, or visit www.wisconsindot. gov or www.commoncausewisconsin.org. Will this be your first time riding the bus and not sure how to go about it? The Mobility Manager can help! For one-on-one or group travel trainings to assist in learning how to ride the bus, call the Rock County Council on Aging Mobility Manager at 608-757-5408 to schedule your appointment. What to Bring to Get Your Voter I.D. • Social security number (does not have to be your card) • Original documents that prove your name and date of birth; Your identity; U.S. Citizenship; and Wisconsin residency • Wisconsin Identification Card application (Form MV3004 at the DMV or online www.wisconsindot.gov) All documents must be original, no photo copies. Items below in bold may be used as proof in more than one category:
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Savor the Flavor of Eating Right
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he Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics wants you to become a mindful eater this March. The theme of this year’s National Nutrition Month® is “Savor the Flavor of Eating Right.” Has eating become just a routine to you? It’s time to break that habit and get back to truly enjoying the experience of eating! Mindful eating is a practice that encourages you to focus on all aspects of meal times, beyond just what you’re eating. • How are you eating meals and snacks? Take small bites and try to set your utensils down between each. Chew your bites thoroughly before swallowing and taking another one. Think about the flavors and textures you’re chewing, and recognize whether you enjoy them. This will take time, so allow yourself to relax! Don’t forget, we eat with our eyes. Try to include a variety of colors
at each meal or snack, and take the time to make yourself a plate. Enjoy the scents of your meal before you start to eat. • When are you eating meals and snacks? Make each one worthwhile by including a variety of healthy and flavorful foods. Incorporating a variety of food groups helps to keep you full longer. • Why are you eating meals and snacks? Be sure you’re really hungry, and avoid eating out of boredom or habit. Find something you enjoy doing when you’re bored instead of grabbing a snack. Read a book, go for a walk, listen to a radio program, or dance to music in your living room! • Where are you eating meals and snacks? Try to sit at a table or somewhere you are able to relax and eat without rushing. Yes, this includes snack
times too. Enjoy conversation with friends or family or listen to music to make meal times more enjoyable. Try to avoid watching TV or walking around while eating because this will make it harder for you to focus on your meal!
Is it Dementia? Signs and Symptoms
Psychological Changes: • Personality changes • Inability to reason • Inappropriate behavior • Paranoia • Agitation • Hallucinations If you think that you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms of dementia, see a doctor. Dementia is sometimes caused by treatable medical conditions, so it is important to see a doctor to determine the cause of your symptoms. However, some types of dementia are caused by damaged brain cells and can worsen over time. Either way, early detection and treatment are key to getting the most out of treatment.
Some people are at a greater risk for developing dementia than others. While there are risk factors that individuals have no control over (age, family history, and Down syndrome), there are other risk factors that you can change to minimize the risk of developing dementia such as avoiding heavy alcohol use, lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, maintaining a healthy weight, and quitting smoking.
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ementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability. Dementia describes a group of symptoms that affect a person’s memory, thinking, and social abilities. The effects are great enough to disrupt an individual’s daily life. The Mayo Clinic has published a list of signs and symptoms associated with dementia. Cognitive Changes: • Memory loss • Difficulty communicating or finding words • Difficulty with complex tasks • Difficulty planning or organizing • Difficulty with coordination & motor functions • Disorientation
Visit Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ website to find more healthy eating tips or to find a dietitian in your area at www.eatright.org. Resources For National Nutrition Month 2016, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Encourages Everyone to 'Savor the Flavor of Eating Right'. The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, 19 Jan. 2016. Web. 1 Feb. 2016. <http://www.eatrightpro.org/ resource/media/press-releases/national-nutrition-month/ national-nutrition-month-2016> Introducing Mindful Eating. The Center for Mindful Eating. Web. 1 Feb. 2016. <http://thecenterformindfuleating.org/tcmeresources>
For more information, visit: www.mayoclinic.org/ diseases-conditions/dementia/basics/definition/con20034399 or www.alz.org/what-is-dementia.asp. Editor’s Note: For more information about dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, you may contact: Aging and Disability Resource Center of Rock County; 608-741-3600 Dementia Care Specialist for Rock County; 608-741-3615 Alzheimer’s and Dementia Alliance; 888-308-6251 Alzheimer’s Association of So. Central WI; 608-203-8500 Rock County Council on Aging; 608-758-8455
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“SPRINGING FORWARD”
By Sue Prostko, Nursing Home Administrator, Rock Haven
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arch is a time when we are looking to Spring, new life, closer to warmer weather, and daylight savings time. For most their biorhythmic human clock can adjust within a few hours and even days to this event that happens twice a year. When it comes to seniors and someone suffering from a chronic illness this process takes longer and can even affect ones wellbeing. There are several areas that can be affected, one major area is sleep. Sleep patterns become an issue because the time change can affect your natural pattern of sleep which can affect your circadian rhythm (your natural 24 hour biological clock). This can lead to grogginess and loss of
mental acuity. Seniors who already suffer from interrupted sleep patterns, or those with chronic health conditions, can become even more affected due to daylight savings time. Matthew Mingrone, M.D. lead physician for EOS the California Sleep centers, adds that disrupting seniors natural biological rhythms may also cause an increase in disorientation and erratic behavior. A March 2015 article from AgingCare.com references Sharon Roth-Maguire, M.S. R.N., and Mingrone who offer a few simple steps to help you and your loved one to “spring forward “successfully: 1. Stick to a routine: Adhering to a regular sleep patter (varying the time you go to bed and the time you wake up by no more than 20 minutes) helps keep your internal cycle on track, despite a slight time change, says Dr. Mingron. 2. Stay away from sleep disrupters: Caffeine, alcohol, over the counter sleep medications and naps are all no-no’s, especially during the time around daylight savings time, according to RothMaguire. 3. Get some sun: Exposure to natural sunlight helps regulate your body’s natural rhythms. In Wisconsin the weather may be too chilly to be outside, but open the shades and sit in front of the window for a few minutes. 4. Work up a sweat: Engaging in some form of cardiovascular exercise in the late afternoon or evening may help you fall asleep easier. A nice evening stroll or even walking in place at home would suffice. If you don’t have the time or the energy to spare, you can achieve the same
results by talking a hot bath. Raising your body temperature, and then gradually lowering it right before bedtime encourages your body to produce the sleep-inducing hormone, melatonin. 5. Practice good sleep “hygiene”: RothMcguire says that anyone having trouble sleeping should ask themselves three questions about their sleep environment: Is it dark enough? Is it cool enough? Is it quite enough? The final question is especially important for older adults because they are more likely to be awoken by nighttime noise. We here at Rock Haven wish all of you a restful night sleep and a successful Spring Forward.
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Benefit Specialist Community Outreach Schedule March 2016 What is a Benefit Specialist and how can they help me?
Lachel Fowlers' Schedule For seniors who live in Afton, Beloit, Clinton, Evansville, Milton, Orfordville, Hanover & Brodhead contact Lachel at Council on Aging at 757-5414.
A Benefit Specialist is responsible for assisting older persons in gaining access to benefits, entitlements and legal rights. They work with county residents, age 60 years and older, regardless of financial status. There is no charge for their services. The Benefit Specialist can help you with problems in areas such as Medicare, Medicare Part D, Social Security, SSI, Medical Assistance, Homestead Tax Credit, Food Stamps and other benefit problems. The Benefit Specialist outreach schedule is listed below. Appointments can be made to meet at the office or at an outreach site. If home bound, arrangements can be made for a home visit.
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Clinton Senior Center 11:30 – 1:00 Creekside Place – Evansville 11:30 – 1:00 Beloit Senior Center 8:00 – Noon Gathering Place, Milton 11:30 – 1:00 Beloit Senior Center 8:00 – Noon Beloit Library Eclipse Center 11:30 – 1:00 Beloit Senior Center 8:00 – Noon Beloit Senior Center 12:00 – 4:00
Rachel Jacob’s Schedule For seniors who live in Janesville, Edgerton, Footville and Johnstown contact Rachel Jacob, Benefit Specialist, Senior Services of Rock County at 757-5940 Ext 4. 8 Hedberg Library 1:30-2:30 14 Green Forest Run Apartments 2:00-3:00 15 Riverview Heights Apartments 11:30-1:00 16 Edgerton Public Library 10:30-11:30 22 Janesville Senior Center 1:00-2:00 24 Edgerton Elm Drive Apartments 2:00- 3:00 NOTE: If schedules should change, the outreach location will be notified prior to that date, whenever possible.
Rock County Council on Aging Golden Diner Centers and Home Delivered Meals - March 2016 Rock County Council on Aging - Nutrition Program
Dining Centers and Home Delivered Meals Regular Menu March 2016
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Salisbury Steak Sweet Potatoes Corn Pears Wheat Roll
HELP! What Number Do I Call?
Emergency Dial—911 Non-Emergency—(608) 757-2244 The Rock County Communications Center receives thousands of telephone calls to 911 in a year. Some of the 911 calls were NOT of an emergency nature. An emergency is a situation where immediate police, fire or emergency medical response is required, DIAL 911. If you are not sure if a situation is an emergency, DIAL 911 to obtain help. A Communications Center telecommunicator will help you in any case. For all other (non-emergency) calls for service in any township, village or city in Rock County, DIAL (608) 7572244. Your help in utilizing the 911 telephone line for EMERGENCIES ONLY will allow the telecommunicators to speed up response times and keep 911 telephone lines open for actual emergencies.
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Baked Macaroni and Cheese San Francisco Blend Veg Tossed Salad Pears Dinner Roll
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Beef Soup w/ Noodles Peas Hot Cinnamon Apple Sauce Tossed Salad Wheat Dinner Rolls
Cheesy Potato Bacon Soup San Francisco Blend Veg Pea Salad Pumpkin Bar Dinner Roll
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Shepherd’s Pie w/ Mashed Potatoes Winter Mix Veg Tropical Fruit Wheat Bread
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Sliced Roast Beef Mashed Potatoes Garden Blend Vegetables Sliced Peaches Wheat Roll
Hot Sliced Pork Sandwich Baked Beans Cauliflower Snickerdoodle Cookie Hamburger Bun
Swedish Meatballs Egg Noodles Garden Vegetable Tossed Salad Sugar Cookie Wheat Bread
Chicken Florentine Peas Brown Rice 3-Bean Salad Apricots w/Diced Peaches Wheat Bread
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Chicken Parmesan w/Pasta & Cheese Winter Blend Vegetables Mandarin Oranges French Bread
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Pepper Steak Brown Rice California Mix Carrot Bar Wheat Bread
Quiche w/Spinach, Cheese & Bacon California Mix Veg. Peaches w/Granola Tossed Salad Dinner Roll
Pork Pot Roast Brussels Sprouts Red Potatoes Pineapple Tidbits Baking Powder Biscuit
Spaghetti Meatballs California Mix Vegetables Tossed Salad Pineapple/Orange Cup Garlic Bread
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Herbed Stuff Chicken Breast Egg Noodles Squash Mixed Vegetable Chocolate Mousse
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D D D Any person age 60 or older, regardless of income, and a spouse of any age. Reservations are required and must be made no later than noon of the prior business day. Suggested donation: $3.25 Must also be homebound. Suggested donation: $3.65 RESERVATIONS – CANCELLATIONS – HOME DELIVERED MEAL INFORMATION 757-5474
golden diner locations Janesville Riverview Heights Apartments 930 N. Washington St. Meals served at 11:30 a.m Manager: Lauri March
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Beloit
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Grinnell Hall 631 Bluff Street Meals served at 11:45 a.m. Manager: Cindy Ross
Evansville Creekside Place 102 Maple Street Meals are only served Tuesday and Thursday at 11:45 a.m. Transportation Available Manager: Pat Engendorf Milton The Gathering Place 715 Campus Lane Meals Served at Noon Transportation Available Manager: Mary JurgensJones
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1 or 2 bedrooms Rent starting at $625/month Garage Space Available Holiday Potlucks Coffee and Donuts 500, Bingo, Dominoes, & Card Games • Planned Activities
1 bedroom apartment. 30% of income for rent. Includes all appliances and all utilities. On site laundry.
Morningstar Senior Services We provide peace of mind for the family, along with a sense of security, and many heartfelt laughs. We offer: • 24 hour direct senior care • Companionship services • Medication monitoring
It is “our” honor, and privilege, to serve you. Proudly serving Rock and Dane Counties since 2000
Enhanced by the Rock River view and walkway, River Place offers tranquil living inside and out.
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RIVER PLACE SENIOR APARTMENTS Ages 55 and up
102 River St., Janesville, WI 53548 • 608-757-9456
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1st Month Rent $500 off
• 24 hour Staff • All Home Cooked Meals and Snacks • Complete Housekeeping and Laundry Service • Medication Management • Large Private Bedrooms and Baths • Wheelchair Accessible Barrier Free Design • Assistance with Bathing, Dressing and Hygiene • FREE Cable TV (70+ Channels) • 24 Hr Emergency Call System • Building Security Alarm (Wandering) Our Cost Is $2,700 per month
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Hillcrest Apartments Beautiful 1 & 2 bedroom apartments for seniors 55 & BETTER. Rent includes heat & water. A fun community with many amenities! Income restrictions apply.
2200 Burton Street, Beloit, WI 608-363-9246 Professionally managed by Oakbrook Corporation
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