G olden Echo A publication of Sauk Valley Media in cooperation with Lee County Council on Aging and Whiteside County Senior Center – United Way agencies Volume 10
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Executive Director By Susan Lawler I attended my first Prom, it was everything I was promised and more. Lee County Council on Aging’s 2018 Prom was a success. We were so pleased at the turnout and the support from the community and the surrounding counties; which included Ogle and Whiteside counties. Ninety-eight people of all ages filled the Post House Ballroom with laughter and gayety. If you missed this year’s Prom, mark your calendar for 2019. It is a night you don’t want to miss. May was a great month for weddings and parties, every weekend was booked in our Post House Ballroom. If you have an event coming up please check the Post House Ballroom’s calendar for availability. Every event held at PHB is always a memorable time. A special thank you goes out to Lee Center Township for its
generous donation and support; also to the Dixon Evening Lion’s Organization and to PLN Mutual Insurance Company for donations to Lee County Council on Aging’s roof fund. If you haven’t donated, we are always accepting donations. Remember, we still need funds for our leaking wall. Once a week the Golden K’s (Kiwanis) meet at LCCOA and invite a speaker. This past month LCCOA had the pleasure of having Esther Frey, born April 29, 1918. Esther taught at our very own Dixon High School from 1969 to 1990. Many of you might remember Esther as your teacher and friend. Esther graduated from La Verne University in Southern Cali-
fornia in 1939 and started her teaching career in the same year. In 1950, she earned her master’s degree in religious education from Bethany Theological Seminary in Chicago (which has now moved to Indiana). At Bethany Theological Seminary, Esther met the love of her life Orlin Frey. Orlin and Esther were married in 1950. Esther should write a book on all the places she has seen and all the accomplishments in her life. When Esther spoke of Pearl Harbor and President Roosevelt words of war, it clearly brought a profound emotion. Esther’s list of stories were endless, but they were not just stories she actually was reliving her past and 100 years of our country’s past. At the end, Esther had a special gift for one of our Kiwanis members. Esther taught Terry Johnson’s son Carl Amos Johnson at Dixon High School in 1987. One of her assignments to Carl was to write a poem. Esther presented to Terry, Carl’s poem that she has kept all these years. With permission from Esther and Terry Johnson, she would like to share Carl’s poem.
Mother and Father I am today educed of God and Man. The latter in these lines will be addressed. To first, I owe for giving me the best of his creation found upon his land. From me perfection you did not demand. But love for you has made this task my quest. Too little do I see how much I’m blessed, To have you both to hear and understand. My time to leave and be without your care Comes soon with fear of what my God intends. Where e’re I go a part of you I’ll take. This portion you have made, no work did spare. Fret not. Rest in good peace my two best friends. My hold is stronger than the world can break. LCCOA would like to thank Esther Frey for sharing her life and memories with us and may she visit us soon. Until next time, “Lee County Council on Aging: A place where you belong, a place to call home.” – Susan
that, we needed more space. We just completed a lot expansion and leveling for our transit fleet. We have also filled the lot’s large pot holes. Wow! We have made many capital improvements this year! On our agenda for the beginning of the next fiscal year is to complete a remodel to the women’s
restroom, paint the center’s doors and railings, as well as power wash the building. We want the center to look and feel nice for our patrons. We hope you have noticed our improvements and efforts to make the center the best it can be! – Tori
From the WCSC Executive Director By Tori McDaniel June! How is it already June? Wow, I cannot believe I have almost completed a full year as the Director of the WCSC. The team has completed so many accomplishments this year and for that, I am thankful. We’ve made many changes and adjustments over the past year and some of them haven’t been so easy. No matter what, the team has come together to ensure we are able to have the best center we can for you! I would like to sincerely thank our team for their hard work and dedication over the past year. Some of our accomplishments have been internal but we have had
many external accomplishments. We started the year with putting a much-needed roof and new gutters on the center. We started to feel the chill of the impending winter and found we needed two new furnaces and some plumbing work. It then became dark in the parking lot! We needed to repair two of our parking lot lights. As spring came, we decided it was time to update our facility sign. It is amazing and makes such a difference to the front of our facility! Our transit fleet continues to grow and expand and due to
Golden Echo published monthly by Sauk Valley Media, 3200 E. Lincolnway, Sterling, IL 61081, in cooperation with the Lee County Council on Aging and Whiteside County Senior Center. Golden Echo disclaims any liability for any advertisements published herein and in no way endorses or guarantees these ads. Press releases of interest to seniors will be accepted at 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021; or 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081. Deadline for submission is the 15th of each month. Golden Echo does not discriminate in admission to programs or treatment or employment in programs or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act; the U.S. Civil Rights Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act; the Age Discrimination Act; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act; and the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions. If you feel you have been discriminated against, you have a right to file a complaint with the Illinois Department of Aging. For information, call 800-252-8966 (Voice & TDD), or contact the director of Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021 or telephone 815-288-9236; or Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081 or 815-622-9230. The senior centers do not require duration of residency or citizenship as a condition of participation in any services or programs funded by the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging. Residency or citizenship may be a requirement for other programs that the senior centers may provide assistance with in application or accessing of same. Services are made available, in part, with funds provided under Title III-B of the Older American Act, and the Illinois General Revenue Funds, through the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging. We are a United Way-funded agency.
POST HOUSE BALLROOM
BY CATHY REGLIN Lee County Council on Aging
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We are into the wedding season! We have only three Saturdays available until November and they are June 9 and 23, and Aug. 25. Along with those Saturdays, check out our calendar and see what other dates are available – there are a couple of Sundays for graduation parties. We are so happy to know that people appreciate the ambience and history of our building and find it a beautiful place to have their special events. It is definitely a jewel in northwestern Illinois. I love it when people come in, look around and say “Wow!” In addition, I just found out recently that we may be able to finally verify where the chandeliers came from. We’ve heard opinions of The Pump Room in Chicago and The Waldorf-Astoria in Chicago and New York. More on that exciting news later! If you need a beautiful place to have an event, look us up on Facebook. Go to posthouseballroom.com for information about the building, prices and to see our event calendar. Visit posthouseballroom.shutterfly. com for pictures of events held here. Then, you can email me at posthouseballroom@gmail.com or call me at 815-288-0892, and we’ll talk. All proceeds from the Ballroom go to Lee County Council on Aging for senior services in Lee County.
Beautiful chandelier – you never know where a balloon is going to land!
June events 2 – Lindsay Stevens and Adam Childers wedding reception 5 – Line dancing, 10 a.m. 7 – The Stage Door dance classes 10 – Cassie Green and Stephen
LCCOA phone numbers Office Hours – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
Transportation 815-288-2117 888-239-9228 Post House Ballroom 815-288-0892
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General Offices Outreach and free phones for hearing/sight impaired 815-288-9236 Toll-free 855-407-9236
LCCOA can also be reached via e-mail at lccoa@comcast.net Or via the Internet at lccoa.com or posthouseballroom.com Check us out on Facebook – Post House Community Center/ Lee County Council on Aging
Rodriguez wedding reception 12 – Line dancing, 10 a.m. 14 – KSB Podiatry Resident graduation 16 – Mary Garcia and Craig
Ritchie wedding reception 19 – Line Dancing, 10 a.m. 26 – Line dancing, 10 a.m. 30 – Sarah Dodson and Mathew Wolf wedding reception
WCSC phone numbers Office Hours – 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday Transportation 815-625-7433 Information 815-622-9230 Address 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling
Outreach and free phones for hearing/sight impaired 815-622-9230 Toll-free 888-622-9230
Email at info@wc-seniorcenter.org Go to wc-seniorcenter.org or follow us on Facebook. The Emporium Thrift Store, 15 W. Third St., Sterling 815-535-0368
MEDICARE Q&A
How does Medicare cover skilled therapy? Dear Marci, I have Original Medicare. My doctor told me I will need to have a large amount of outpatient physical and occupational therapy. My friend who used to get physical therapy said that Medicare only covers a certain amount. Is this true? What does Medicare cover? – Nadine (Denver) Dear Nadine, Medicare Part B covers outpatient therapy, including physical therapy (PT), speech-language pathology (SLP), and occupational therapy (OT). If you meet Medicare’s eligibility requirements, Medicare covers therapy on a temporary basis to improve or restore your ability to function, or on an ongoing basis to prevent you from getting worse. Medicare should cover your outpatient therapy regardless of whether your condition is temporary or chronic. You are
Have trouble hearing on the cell phone? Illinois Telecommunications Access Corporation (ITAC) has added a program to help those with cellular service that are having trouble hearing on the phone. The program still provides free amplified telephones and captioning
eligible for Medicare coverage of therapy services if: • You need skilled therapy services, and the services are considered safe and effective treatment for you. • Medicare defines skilled care as care that must be performed by a skilled professional, or under their supervision. • Your doctor or therapist creates a plan of care before you start receiving services. • Your doctor or therapist regularly reviews the plan of care and makes changes as needed. Original Medicare covers outpatient therapy at 80 percent of the Medicare-approved amount. When you receive services from a participating provider, you are responsible for a 20 percent coinsurance after you meet your Part B deductible ($183 in 2018). Previously, there were limits, also known as the therapy cap, on how much outpatient therapy Origi-
nal Medicare covered annually. However, in 2018, the therapy cap was removed. If your total therapy costs reach a certain amount, Medicare requires your provider to confirm that you therapy is medically necessary. In 2018, Original Medicare covers up to: • $2,010 for PT and SPL before requiring your provider to indicate that your care is medically necessary. • $2,010 for OT before requiring your provider to indicate that your care is medically necessary. Remember, Medicare pays for up to 80 percent of the Medicare-approved amount. This means Original Medicare covers up to $1,608 (80 percent of $2,010) before your provider is required to confirm that your outpatient therapy services are medically necessary. If Medicare denies coverage because it finds that your care is not medically necessary, you can appeal.
Keep in mind that outpatient therapy includes therapy received at: • Therapists’ or doctors’ offices • Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation Facilities (CORFs) • Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), where you are there as an outpatient or are otherwise ineligible for a Medicare-covered stay. • Home through therapists connected with home health agencies, when you are ineligible for Medicare’s home health benefit. If you are receiving therapy through the Medicare SNF benefit or the Medicare home health benefit, your therapy will be covered differently. – Marci
telephones to Illinois residents that are hard of hearing. Applicants must be certified as hard of hearing by a doctor, nurse practitioner, or audiologist; live in Illinois; and have a service that remits to the program. Lee County Council on Aging (LCCOA) and Whiteside County Senior Center (WCSC) are selection
centers for ITAC. Walk-ins are welcomed from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday at the WCSC. Potential applicants can call the WCSC 815-622-9230, ext. 194, or LCCOA 815-288-9236 in advanced to set up an appointment to see about qualifying for this wonderful program. Cellphones must be Bluetooth capable. Applicants who wish to
apply for this program should bring in the cellphone. Please bring a phone bill with all the pages for landline service or cellular service (prepaid cell users that don’t receive a phone bill must bring the cellphone) and proof of address (driver’s license, state ID, or a bill with the applicant’s name and address on it).
Marci’s Medicare Answers is a service of the Medicare Rights Center, the nation’s largest independent source of information and assistance for people with Medicare.
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Whiteside County Senior Center Board Members and Officers Lori Cortez, President Joe Bright, Treasurer Janice Bell Robbin Blackert
Michele Miller, Vice President Karla Burn, Secretary
Emily Taylor Cindy Wadsworth
John Espinoza Al Campbell
BINGO FOR BEV AT WCSC
Thank you to WCSC volunteers
• Sauk Valley Food Bank • Kroger • County Market • Citadel of Sterling • Rock Falls Rehab • CGH Home Nursing • Gaffey Home Nursing • Sauk Valley Senior Living and Rehab • United Way
• Prophet Manor, Prophetstown • Erie Pubic Library • Odell Public Library, Morrison • Robert Fulton Community Center, Fulton • Walmart Distribution • Beacon of Hope Hospice • Resthave of Morrison • Loren McCormick • Phyllis Lutyens • Mary Vos • Pat Whittenberger • Shirley Schwarz • Margaret Marshang • Bud Jordan • Francis VenHuizen
On April 23, there were 39 people in attendance for Bingo for Bev. The money raised will go to the senior center. Bev was here every week for Bingo and lunch. We miss you, Bev.
WCSC welcomes members We would like to thank the people who recently paid their WCSC Membership dues: Betty Benson David Benson Madeline Brown Sam Brune SheilaBrune Sandra Clarey Thomas Clarey Audrey Dekker Mary DePasquale
Philip Devers Donna Drichel Edward Eide Robert Hawkins Paul Hocking Susan Jones Steven Kelly Nancy Mangini Ronald Mangini Mary Nichols Steve Nichols Carmen Papoccia Pete Papoccia
Patricia Peshia Frieda Potter Gary Potter Katherine Vickers William Vickers Barbara Westra James Westra Carolyn Wigginton David Wigginton Ruth Wolf Sharon Woodring
• Dixon Food Pantry • United Way of Lee County • Leydig Center • Lee County Health Department • Dixon Rehabilitation & Healthcare • Patty Frey • Tim Engelkes • Sandy Wooden • Lisa Nelson • Robert Hambley • Roy & Jill Bridgeman • Hamilton Township Town Fund • Dixon Township • Dixon Community Trust • Sterling Federal Bank • Jim Grot Photography
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LCCOA welcomes members Michaelene Banker Jill Bridgeman Roy Bridgeman Ann Hall
Diana Hoyle Brenda Jensen John Jensen Ray Maakestad
Dorothy Newcomer Patricia Sword George Whaley Josie Whaley
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Thank you to LCCOA volunteers Thank you to all our volunteers who donated their time, energy and services and those who gave monetary and non-monetary donations. We also thank everyone who gave anonymous donations.
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Thank you to all our volunteers who donated their time, energy and services and those who gave monetary and non-monetary donations. We also thank everyone who gave anonymous donations.
PHCC/LCCOA The Dixon Evening Lions gave a donation to help with roof repairs to LCCOA. LCCOA’s Board President Jeff Kuhn who is also the president of the Evening Lions Club presents LCCOA staff Susan Lawler and Julie McGrail with a check.
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Spring King & Queen – LCCOA annual Spring Prom was a hit! Max Ballard was crowned the 2018 Spring King and his lovely wife, Patty, was crowned the Queen.
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Individual high scores for the month of May: Game Series Bill Burkardt................................ 141 ........................ 355 Korona Burkitt............................ 128 ........................ 347 Norma Burmeister..................... 178......................... 447 Chico Contreras......................... 192......................... 473 Ruth Contreras........................... 89........................... 244 Joyce Craney............................... 118......................... 292 Ray Craney.................................. 171......................... 436 Charlotte Dierdorff.................... 162......................... 400 Anita Dunphy............................. 134......................... 369 Dan Dunphy............................... 233......................... 612 Ron Erickson.............................. 225......................... 587 Dick Janssen............................... 218......................... 554 Bob Joyce.................................... 245......................... 604 Jan Kuepker................................ 135......................... 352 Ray Maakestad........................... 179......................... 488 Ken Masters................................ 192......................... 554 Ron Odenthal............................. 201......................... 492 Larry Reed................................... 256......................... 585 Rich Senn.................................... 203......................... 499 Jim Shuman................................ 170......................... 473 Therma Smith............................ 141......................... 401 Terri Stephens............................ 93........................... NA Pat Summers.............................. 193......................... 423 Ed Webb...................................... 189......................... 437 Shirley Webb............................... 156......................... 401 Jay Wolfe...................................... 192......................... 539 Summer bowling, a little exercise and some good fellowship. All can be yours by joining the Seniors at Plum Hollow Lanes on any Tuesday and/or Thursday morning. Come regularly or, with these busy times, come only when it fits your schedule. Either way, you are always welcome.
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A lot of people come to play Price is Right game in the dining room on the third Wednesday of every month. If you guess the price of an item you get to keep it. A fun game!
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Ten teams participated in LCCOA’s Battle of the Brains Trivia Night on May 15. Thank you to all the teams and volunteers who made this event a success! The winners of LCCOA’s 6th annual Battle of the Brains Trivia Night was 2 Nurses & 4 Nurds. This is the third win in 6 years for this team! Congratulations Nurses & Nurds!
The lunch guys were so happy when former driver Bill Yarbrough brought former maintenance worker Gene Engelbrecht in for lunch and a visit. Posing for a picture are Eddie Grandberry, Gene, Bill, Marty Hammonds and Willie (Leon) Gibson. What a gang!
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Outreach at LCCOA LIHEAP – Summer cooling It’s June and we are looking forward to the coming months of summer. Though with summer, that means turning on the air conditioning and many people dread this time of year and the rise in costs on those bills. I’ve already had several calls in regards to the summer cooling LIHEAP, and all I can tell you is to keep an eye on the news as well as a listen to the radio as this program is offered through Tri County Opportunities Council (TCOC)
and we often don’t know when it is coming until last minute either. I want to point out that as in years past, we may not even be able to complete those applications here at the center. If the program does open up you may be required you to go directly to TCOC in Rock Falls as it is their program, we are merely a local intake site to serve as a convenience for those 60 and older. Our ability to be that conduit between client and TCOC depends on how long the program opens up. In years past, when the govern-
ment has granted LIHEAP funding for summer cooling, it has generally fallen in the month of July, so this is a great time to be on high alert for it if you have not yet heard anything.
New Medicare cards are coming Yes, you read that right, new Medicare cards will be coming in the near future and you will want to be ready! With new cards coming it sets up a whole new scam
going around, don’t get caught in the crossfire! Your new card will not have your or anyone else’s social security number tied to it anymore, it will be a random mix of numbers and letters unique to you. No official government agency will ever call to ensure you have received your new card, they will not ask you to verify any portion of that new number either! Do not be fooled by these expert scammers, do not give out any portion of your new card information to anyone over the phone.
Outreach at WCSC Getting help in Whiteside County
Find some new jewelry and more at The Emporium.
The Emporium Thrift Center Have you been to The Emporium Thrift Center lately? When you do, you will see some new faces. We put out a plea for more volunteers. Within 2 days, five people responded. We are grateful for that. Also, for the faithful ones who have volunteered throughout the 12 years of business. Volunteers are a godsend to small or big businesses by giving of their time. So thank you one and all. You say you haven’t stopped at The Emporium lately? Well, now is the time to come on in. We are well
stocked in all departments for all your needs. Quality merchandise, affordable prices. That is thanks to the community for the continued awesome donations. Three things needed for our success: volunteers, donations and you, the shoppers. We thank you! The Emporium Thrift Center 115 W 3rd Street Sterling 815-535-0368 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
Winner of 50-50 raffle at LCCOA Many thanks to everyone who bought tickets for our 50-50 raffle and sold tickets for the raffle. We gave away $1356.50, which means LCCOA got $1356.50. Our first place winner was LaVonna Spratt and our second place winner was Mary Brunick. Mary gave back her $271.00 winnings to LCCOA.
Recycle cell phones, iPods, and iPads The Whiteside County Senior Center and the Lee County Council on Aging are collecting used cellphones, iPods, and iPads to be recycled. If anyone has any of these items lying around and wants to dispose of them, drop them off at the WCSC, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, or the LCCOA, 100 W. Second St., Dixon. Thank you for your donation!
The Whiteside County Senior Center (WCSC) Aging and Disabled resource staff help with a variety of programs for older adults and persons with disabilities. Our walk-in day is on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Medicare counseling or more detailed assistance, please call 815-622-9230, ext. 194, in advance to set up an appointment. For our clients in Erie, Fulton, Morrison and Prophetstown, we will meet with you by appointment on our site days – just call us in advance. We do appreciate a 24-hour notice if you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment.
New site location in Fulton For our clients who meet us in Fulton, we have a new meeting location. We are grateful to be able to start meeting our clients at the Epic Center, 514 13th Ave. If you are interested in having an appointment in Fulton, please call our ADRC Department in advance to set up a time to meet.
Hours for the ADRC Department Our hours are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. On Mondays, we take walk-ins from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the License Plate Discount application, ITAC, and the Senior Tax Assessment Freeze and/or Senior Homestead Exemption. Please note, if the WCSC is closed on a walk-in Monday due to a holiday, we will
observe the walk-in day on the Tuesday following the holiday. Tuesday through Friday are by appointment only for Medicare counseling or for other more detailed appointments. If you would like an appointment, please call our department at 815-622-9230, ext. 194. Business hours for the rest of the center remain from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Benefits Access application Do you need to complete your License Plate Discount/Ride Free Transit Card application? We can help with this application on walkin Mondays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Once you are approved for the application, your eligibility is good for 2 years. Please bring in proof of your 2017 yearly income (income taxes, 1099 forms, W-2 forms, etc.), driver’s license or state ID, Social Security card (for yourself and your spouse if you are married), and proof of disability if applicable.
‘Medicare Choices’ class We understand that Medicare can be confusing! That is why we offer our ‘Medicare Choices’ class. The next class will be at 12:30 p.m. Friday, June 29 in the Big Room. We welcome those that are becoming new to Medicare and those who want to learn their options available with Medicare. Please call the WCSC in advance to sign up if you are interested in attending, or sign up with our reception desk. Our number is 888-622-9230, ext. 194. There is no fee to attend this class.
Activities and Meetings
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Lee County Council on Aging Fridays Mondays Thursdays Wednesdays Tuesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Open pool 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Open pool 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Open pool 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Open pool 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Open pool table, open cards table, open cards table, open cards table, open cards table, open cards 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: Computer lab 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: Computer lab 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: Computer lab 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: Computer lab 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: Computer lab 11:30 a.m.: LifeScape lunch 9 a.m.: Exercise 9 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: LifeScape lunch 9 a.m.: Golden Kiwanis 10 a.m.: Dance exercise class 10 a.m.: Dance exercise class served (reservations) served (reservations) 10-11 a.m.: Line dancing 12:30 p.m.: Duplicate Bridge 11:30 a.m.: LifeScape lunch 11:30 a.m.: LifeScape lunch 1 p.m.: Pinochle 11:30 a.m.: LifeScape lunch served (reservations) served (reservations) served (reservations) 1 p.m.: Crocheting and crafting 1 p.m.: Pinochle 1 p.m.: Euchre tournament
Wednesdays Tuesdays Mondays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Playing pool, 8 a.m-4 p.m.: Playing pool, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Playing pool, cards, socializing, computer lab cards, socializing, computer lab cards, socializing, computer lab 10 a.m.: Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m.: Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m.: Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m.: Canasta 10 a.m.-noon: Commodities, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch must meet income guidelines 12:30 p.m.: Pinochle 12:30 p.m.: Pinochle 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch 12:30 p.m.: Crochet/Knitting 1 p.m.: Bingo 12:30 p.m.: Euchre – $3 to Club play, bring a snack 12:30 p.m.: Friendly Mexican 12:30 p.m.: Scrabble Train Dominoes – $5 to play, prizes and bring a snack
Fridays Thursdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Playing pool, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Playing pool, cards, socializing, computer lab cards, socializing, computer lab 10 a.m.: Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m.: Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m.: Intermediate Line Danc10:30 a.m.: Stretch and Move ing – check to see where dancing exercise class with Angel from 11 a.m.: Beginning Line DancCGH 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch ing at WCSC 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch 12:30 p.m.: Cards “Hand and 12:30 p.m.: Mexican Train Foot” game Dominoes – $5 to play, prizes, and bring a snack. 12:30 p.m.: Pinochle
Monthly Lee County Council on Aging June 2 11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Cookout at Oliver’s Corner Market ($) June 3 1 p.m.: Euchre tournament ($) June 5 1:30 p.m.: Grief Support Group June 6 2 p.m.: Veterans representative at PHCC
June 7 10-11 a.m.: Paw Paw monthly SHIP site June 8 9:30 a.m.: Bingo sponsored by Lee County Council on Aging June 11 1:30 p.m.: Community Services Committee meeting June 12 1-2 p.m.: Ashton monthly SHIP site
June 13 10:30 a.m.: Blood pressure checks by Lee County Health Department 11:30 a.m.: Community cookout June 15 10 a.m.: Bud from Distinctive Gardens ($) June 18 3 p.m.: LCCOA Board meeting June 19 1-2 p.m.: Trivia Tuesday
June 20 9:30 a.m.: Rules of the Road class 10-11 a.m.: Amboy monthly SHIP site 11:15-11:45 a.m.: Sublette monthly SHIP site June 22 9:30 a.m.: Bingo sponsored by Lee County Council on Aging 6:30 p.m.: Open Mic Night
June 25 10-11 a.m.: Countryside monthly SHIP site June 26 8:30 a.m.: AARP Driver Safety 1:30 p.m.: Crafting w/ Unity Hospice June 27 8:30 a.m.: AARP Driver Safety June 30 Noon: Golf outing at Lost Nation Golf Course
Whiteside County Senior Center June 6 8 a.m.-2 p.m.: Foot Clinic, call 815-213-0324 for appointment 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Blood pressure check by CGH Home Nursing 11:20 a.m.: Celebrating June birthdays 1 p.m.: Bingo – prizes by Vitas Healthcare, snacks by WCSC; donate a can of food or $1 to play
June 7 9 a.m.: Membership meeting June 9 1 p.m.: Sauk Computer User Group June 13 11 a.m.-noon: Blood pressure by Gaffey Home Nursing 1 p.m.: Bingo – prizes by Citadel, snacks by WCSC; donate a can of food or $1 to play
June 20 8 a.m.-noon: Day 1 of AARP Driver Safety class 10:30 a.m.: Price is Right game 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Blood pressure check by Sauk Valley Living and Rehab 12:30 p.m.: TRIAD of Whiteside County 1 p.m.: Bingo – sponsored by Sauk Valley Living and Rehab,
snacks by WCSC; donate a can of food or $1 to play June 21 8 a.m.-noon: Day 2 of AARP Driver Safety class June 25 12:30 p.m.: Triumph Bank will answer any questions about banking or help with checkbook June 26 12:30 p.m.: Brain Exercise
class by Karla at U of I Extension June 27 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Blood pressure check by Citadel Sterling 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch with the Outreach staff 1 p.m.: Bingo – prizes by Rock Falls Rehab Center, snacks by WCSC; donate a can of food or $1 to play
Robert Fulton Community Center Come in anytime to play pool, cards, board games or corn bag toss. We have a large-screen TV, pianos, books, and puzzles to loan out, four sewing machines, two personal computers and four Macs are also available. Visit us on our website, cityoffulton.us, and look under the “community and government” heading!
Monday through Friday: KT3 Fitness and Fit Assist personal training, boot camp and light resistance training
Every Thursday: Sewing group, 9 a.m-3 p.m. (call 815-589-3925 for information)
June 12: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m. June 20: Fancy Feet foot clinic (Cal
Sharon Krahn at 815-718-5294) June 26: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Whiteside County Senior Center
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‘Stayin’ Alive – One Night of the Bee Gees’ at the Paramount in Aurora Friday, June 15 Cost: $55 members, $65 nonmembers
Billed as the world’s No. 1 Bee Gees tribute band, “Stayin’ Alive” dazzles its audience with the largest production of its kind. The New York Times said “Stayin’ Alive” is amazing and when you see them in concert, you’ll know why. With hits like “Night Fever” and “Jive Talkin” as well as “I Started a Joke” and “To Love Somebody”, this is going to be one night of classic ‘70s rock that will capture all the excitement, power and disco fever of the Bee Gees. Cost includes roundtrip transportation and ticket into the show. Stop in the Post House Community Center to sign up. Depart Rock Falls Community Center at 4:45 p.m. and return approximately 12:15 a.m. Depart Dixon Walmart at 5:15 p.m. and return approximately 12:30 a.m.
Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque, Iowa Wednesday, June 27 Cost: $15 members, $20 nonmembers
Cost includes transportation and free buffet lunch. Pickup at Shopko in Dixon at 8 a.m. and pickup at Sterling Walmart (northeast corner) at 8:30 a.m. Drop off at Sterling Walmart first and then Dixon Shopko. Pay for this trip at WCSC.
Mackinaw Island June 17-23 Cost: $689 members, $739 nonmembers
Seven days and 6 nights lodging with 10 meals, guided tour of Mackinaw City, visit to Mackinac Island, including a guided carriage tour, boat ride through the Soo Locks and free time and sight-seeing in Sault Sainte Marie, visit to Mackinaw Crossings, admission to Colonial Michilimackinac, and much more. Pay for this trip at WCSC. We are taking two buses.
Shopping or Casino Wednesday, July 25 Cost: $45 members, $50 nonmembers
Peoria or go to the Par-A-Dice Casino in Peoria. We have a list of stores at this mall if you want one. First we will stop at Tanner Orchard if anyone wants to buy any goodies, then lunch at Golden Corral, then to shop or gamble. Bus leaves Dixon Shopko at 8:30 a.m. and Sterling Walmart at 9. Trip includes lunch and bus. Pay for this trip at WCSC.
Branson Show Extravaganza Aug. 13-17 Cost: $599 members, $649 nonmembers
Five days and 4 nights including eight meals. Will see the “Blackwoods Morning Show,” the musical “Samson,” the “AYO-Voices of Glory Morning Show,” the famous Showboat Branson Belle, the “Million Dollar Quartet” show, the “Doug Gabriel Show,” the “Dutton Show,” Branson Landing for shopping, And historic downtown Branson for old-fashioned charm, novelty shops and restaurants. And much more. Pay for this trip at WCSC.
U.S. Mailboat Tour on Lake Geneva Wednesday, Aug. 29 Cost: $65 members, $75 nonmembers
The Post House Community Center is heading to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, for a U.S. Mailboat tour. Carrying on a tradition since 1870, it is the only marine mail delivery of its type in the country. Loaded with passengers, mail and a very brave mailperson, the Walworth II departs for a full lake tour. The mailperson leaps off the bow of the boat onto the pier, places the mail into the box, grabs outgoing mail, and jumps back aboard the stern. The only hitch is the boat never stops! Join us for a lovely day in Lake Geneva, enjoy the Mailboat cruise then you’re on your own for lunch and shopping in Lake Geneva. Cost is includes Mailboat Tour and roundtrip transportation. Stop in the Post House Community Center to sign up. Depart Rock Falls Community Center at 6:30 a.m. and return at 8 p.m. Depart Dixon Walmart at 7 a.m. and return 7:30 p.m.
Shopping at The Shoppe at Grand Prairie in
Cruise on Lake Michigan/Navy Pier Aug. 30 Cost: $100 members, $110 nonmembers
A 2-hour cruise on Lake Michigan. Boards at noon and it cruises from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. A delicious lunch buffet with freshly prepared entrees, salads and dessert. Unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water. The best views of Chicago’s skyline and attractions. Onboard entertainment with DJ music. Pay for this trip at WCSC.
Montreal, Quebec City and Ottawa, Canada Sept. 22-29 Cost: $899 members, $949 nonmembers
Eight days and 7 nights lodging including 12 meals, more info to follow. Enjoy a guided tour of Quebec City, see Montreal’s beautiful Notre Dame Basitica, visit Parliament Hill, cruise on the St. Lawrence River and much more. Pay for this trip at WCSC.
Cubs Game vs. Cardinals Friday, Sept. 28 – 1:20 p.m. game Cost: $105 members, $110 nonmembers
Bus will leave at 7:45 a.m. from Sterling Walmart and 8 from Dixon Shopko. The seats are terrace reserved. Go Cubs Go! Sign up at WCSC.
Four-hour Fall Foliage Cruise with live entertainment on the Mississippi River Wednesday, Oct. 12 Cost: $85 members, $95 nonmembers
We will cruise the Mississippi on the Celebration Belle enjoying the fall foliage. The trees should be peaking with beautiful fall colors. Also, on board we will enjoy live entertainment with singing and dancing. Your cruise will start off with hot homemade sticky rolls with assorted fresh fruits followed by a delicious hot lunch buffet. Cost includes cruise on boat, lunch and roundtrip transportation. Stop in the Post House Community Center to sign up. Depart
LCCOA Computer class teacher sought; can be high school student
If you are interested, please contact Jennifer Lang at 815-288-9236.
We at the Post House Community Center are looking for individuals to volunteer and teach basic computer classes and an excel spreadsheet class. This teacher could be a high school student. We would work around your dates and times available.
Community Services Committee meeting set for June 11
Do you like to help with fundraisers? Lee County Council on Aging has a monthly Com-
munity Services Committee meeting and we would like you to join us. We discuss upcoming fundraisers and could use some new faces to help with our fundraising efforts and getting the word out about LCCOA. Our next meeting at 1:30 p.m. Monday, June 11 at the Lee County Council on Aging/Post House Community Center.
Meals for June
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June 1
Friday: Chef salad with greens, turkey and ham, cucumbers, eggs, tomato, cheese, dinner roll with butter, mandarin oranges, fruit juice
June 4-8
June 11-15
Monday: Chicken strips, seasoned potato wedges, peas, dinner roll, diced pears, barbecue sauce Tuesday: Baked ziti with meat sauce, Italian blend vegetables, garlic bread, hot applesauce Wednesday: A) Meatloaf, mashed potatoes with gravy, glazed carrots, dinner roll, peach cobbler; B) Liver and onions Thursday: Sloppy Joe, wheat bun, tator tots, green beans, apricots Friday: A) Southwestern salad with black beans, corn, cheese, chicken, tomato and onion, dinner roll with butter, pineapple tidbits; B) Chicken salad and tomato
June 18-22
Monday: Barbecue chicken breast, wheat bun, cheesy potatoes, green beans, pineapple tidbits Tuesday: Italian chicken salad with greens, carrots, eggs, cucumbers, tomatoes and cheese, dinner roll with butter, fruit juice Wednesday: Baked chicken quarter, mashed potatoes with gravy, broccoli, tossed salad with dressing, roll, pumpkin bar Thursday: A) Mushroom Swiss burger on bun, buttered red potatoes, baked beans, apricots; B) Roast beef, cream of mushroom Friday: Fish patty, wheat bun, potato pancakes, California blend vegetables, applesauce, tartar sauce
June 25-29
Monday: Country meatballs, mashed potatoes with gravy, Brussels sprouts, dinner roll, peaches Tuesday: Chef salad with greens, turkey, ham, cucumbers, egg, tomato and cheese, dinner roll with butter, mandarin oranges, fruit juice Wednesday: Spaghetti with meat sauce, steamed peas, whole kernel corn, garlic bread, apricots Thursday: A) Hot turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes with gravy, country blend vegetables, wheat bread (2), fruit cocktail; B) Ham, chicken noodle Friday: Cheesy beef taco, flour tortilla, lettuce, tomato, Spanish rice, beans, fresh fruit
Serving at Whiteside County Senior Center June 1
Friday: Cod or alternative, vegetable, salad and dessert
June 4-8
Monday: Hot turkey sandwiches, potato, vegetable and dessert Tuesday: Catered by Resthave Nursing Home Wednesday: Oven-fried chicken, potato, vegetable and dessert Thursday: Goulash, bread, salad and dessert Friday: Pollock or alternative, vegetable, salad and dessert
June 11-15
Monday: Country-fried steak, potato, vegetable and dessert Tuesday: Chicken tacos, rice, chips and dessert Wednesday: Pork roast, potato, vegetable and dessert Thursday: Ravioli, bread, salad and dessert Friday: Hamburgers, potato, vegetable and dessert
June 18-22
Monday: Pork chops, potato, vegetable and dessert Tuesday: Cook’s choice Wednesday: Meatloaf, potato, vegetable and dessert; Thursday: Chicken Alfredo, bread, salad and dessert Friday: Catfish or alternative, vegetable, salad and dessert
June 25-29
Monday: Salisbury steak, potato, vegetable and dessert Tuesday: Chicken over biscuits, vegetable, salad and dessert Wednesday: Roast beef, potato, vegetable and dessert; Thursday: Spaghetti and meatballs, bread, salad and dessert Friday: Barbeque pulled pork sandwiches, potato, salad and dessert
Serving at Golden Meals in Whiteside County June 1
June 4-8
Friday: Beef stew with vegMonday: Sloppy Joes, etables, applesauce, biscuit, potato wedges, applesauce, margarine and milk whole wheat bun Tuesday: Turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, fruit Wednesday: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, carrots, fruit Thursday: Seasoned chicken breast, cheesy potatoes, broccoli, fruit Friday: Ham salad, cottage cheese, applesauce, whole wheat bun
June 11-15
Monday: Beef and noodles, green beans, peaches Tuesday: Tator tot casserole with vegetables, fruit Wednesday: Spaghetti, mixed vegetables, fruit Thursday: Roast beef, mashed potatoes, carrots, fruit Friday: Chili, coleslaw, pears
June 18-22
Monday: Goulash, green beans, fruit Tuesday: Baked fish in lemon butter, parslied potatoes, spinach, fruit Wednesday: Pepper steak, mashed potatoes, broccoli, fruit Thursday: Ham loaf, mashed potatoes, carrots; fruit Friday: Hot dogs, coleslaw, fruit, whole wheat bun
June 25-29
Monday: Sweet and sour chicken, rice, stir-fry vegetables, fruit Tuesday: Pork chops, cheesy potatoes, broccoli, fruit Wednesday: Brats, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, whole wheat bun; Thursday: Glazed ham, mashed potatoes, carrots, fruit Friday: Beef stew with vegetables, applesauce, biscuit
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Monday: Barbecue riblett, wheat bun, au gratin potatoes, coin carrots, diced pears Tuesday: Pepper steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, pears, wheat bread (2), chilled pineapple Wednesday: Lemon pepper chicken, wild rice, broccoli, dinner roll, applesauce Thursday: A) Cheeseburger, wheat bun, tator tots, baked beans, gelatin with fruit; B) Ham, vegetable Friday: Tropical chicken salad, cucumber slices, croissant, mandarin oranges, pineapple juice
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The Sauk Valley Area Chamber of Commerce came to the Reagan Transit Center on Feb. 27 for a ribbon cutting for Lee-Ogle Transportation System, 210 E. Progress Drive. LOTS is a part of the SVACC and the Dixon Chamber.
Busy summer mornings at WCPT Summer is upon us and that means WCPT is very busy in the early morning hours! Each summer, we partner with the YMCA to participate in their summer enrichment program. We transport students to the program
during the month of June. We have on average 50 children to transport from across the county. Due to this, we are extremely busy in the early morning and around lunch time. Please call as soon as you know that you have a
need for transit services to ensure we can transport you. If you’re going to the store, to visit a friend, or anywhere else that doesn’t require a set time, let our dispatchers know! They will be happy to find you a reservation for
your requested day when we have an opening in the schedule. Don’t forget that we will be closed for the Fourth of July. We will resume service at 6 a.m. July 5. We hope you have a wonderful summer.
Lee-Ogle Transportation System
Whiteside County Public Transportation Fares:
Fares:
(within county)
(within zip code)
Ages 5 and under (must be accompanied by an adult): 50 cents one way
Ages 5 and under (must be accompanied by an adult): $1 one way
People age 6 to 59 years: $2 one way
People age 6 to 59 years: $2 one way
Seniors or individuals with a disability: Donation suggested (unless qualified under Medicaid or other program)
Seniors or individuals with a disability: $1 one way (unless qualified under Medicaid or other program)
Out-of-county trips can be arranged, subject to availability: 25 cents per mile
Out-of-town trips can be arranged, subject to availability: 35 cents per mile
Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
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Saturday, June 2 – 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Join us for lunch! We will be serving lunch at Oliver’s hot off the grill and the dessert table will be loaded with fresh baked goods donated by staff, board members and friends. Porkchop, hamburger & hot dog meals available $3 to $6. Delivery is available to companies and factories within Dixon. Give us a call 815-288-9236 to order your Saturday delivery.
Euchre tournament
Grief Support Group Tuesday, June 5 – 1:30 p.m. Grief Support Group every first Tuesday of the month at the Post House Community Center. Certified Grief Recovery Specialist Ken Lawson from Unity Hospice can help you look at your old beliefs about dealing with loss, determine which losses have affected your life and take actions so that you may become complete with your loss. Whether your grief is from death, divorce of a relationship, loss of a career, loss of a faith or loss of a pet Ken is here to help you at a safe place. If you have any questions, please give the Post House Community Center a call at 815-288-9236
Trivia Tuesday Tuesday, June 19 – 1-2 p.m. Showcase your knowledge of random and useless information at Trivia Tuesday. This free, fun and informative hour will get your mind thinking while trying to come up with the correct answer.
Annual community cookout Wednesday, June 13 – 11:30 a.m. Join us for food and fun. We will be serving hot dogs and hamburgers with all the fixings and Culver’s custard for dessert. After lunch, stay to hear a short talk about all the good things happening at LCCOA, followed by bingo. Many thanks to Community State Bank for sponsoring the picnic. Lunch is free but reservations are required. Call LCCOA at 815-288-9236 to reserve your spot.
Bud from Distinctive Gardens Friday, June 15 – 10 a.m. Bud from Distinctive Gardens will lead this class on planting succulents in a pot. He will inform and educate us on beautiful succulents. Class is $10 per person and includes three small succulents and pot to take home. Sign up and pay for this fun class by stopping in the center by June 11.
Rules of the Road Wednesday, June 20 – 9:30-11:30 a.m. This free class is a refresher course to help a person prepare to take their driving test. Call the Post House Community Center at 815-288-9236 to register.
Open Mic Night Friday, June 22 – 7 p.m. Come showcase your talent or come and enjoy the entertainment every fourth Friday. Singers, dancers, poets, comedians, guitarist, acoustic instruments – anybody is welcome. Doors open at 6:30.
Crafting with Unity Hospice Tuesday, June 26 – 1:30 p.m. Join us for a free fun craft with the ladies from Unity Hospice. Please give us a call if you will be attending.
AARP Driver Safety class Tuesday and Wednesday, June 26-27 – 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. This 2-day class is a refresher course designed for drivers 50 and older. Auto insurance discounts in most states. $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members. Call 815-288-9236 to reserve your spot.
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Wednesday, June 6 – 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Foot care will be available for all senior citizens. They will soak your feet, trim your toenails and give you a fabulous foot massage. Call Fancy Feet at 815-213-0324 for appointment. Cost $25.
Wednesday, June 20 – 12:30 p.m. TRIAD of Whiteside County is open to all senior citizens. Come and discover what TRIAD is and how you can be a part of it! TRIAD provides the opportunity for an exchange of information between law enforcement, support services and senior citizens.
Membership Meeting Thursday, June 7 – 9 a.m. Come to the quarterly membership meeting and find out what is going on at the center. Ask any questions you might have and be informed.
Sauk Computer User Group Saturday, June 9 – 1 p.m. Sauk Computer User Group will meet with a question-and-answer time. At 2:30, there will be a video presentation by APCUG (Association of Personal Computer User Group) from one of their virtual conferences. Everyone with an interest in computers or technology is invited. Refreshment will be served.
Price Is Right Wednesday, June 20 – 10:30 a.m. Come play Price is Right game and guess the price of an item and take that item home. Peg Johnson from Beacon of Hope Hospice will be hosting. Stay for lunch, which will be meatloaf, potato, vegetable, and dessert.
AARP Driver Safety class Wednesday and Thursday, June 20-21 – 8 a.m.-noon The AARP Driver Safety Program is a refresher course that can help you learn about the effects of aging on driving and how you can adjust your driving. Discounts are available on car insurance. You must show your AARP card or have your AARP number. To get your AARP number or to join AARP, call 888-687-2277. The instructors will be Arlyn and Jonnie Thomson. To register, call 815-622-9230. Cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers.
Euchre tournament Sunday, June 24 – 1:05 p.m. Sign-in is 12:45 p.m. Cost is $5 per entry and 25 cents a set, with a 100 percent payback. There will also be a 50-50 drawing.
Triumph Bank Answers Monday, June 25 – 1-3 p.m. Shawn Nelson from Triumph Bank will be here to help anyone balance checkbook, registering
ATM, debit card questions, consumer financial banking, retail banking, and any question about banking or finances. Come and let her help you.
Brain exercise class Tuesday, June 26 – 12:30 p.m. Karla from the University of Illinois Extension will lead us through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain to maintain and enhance cognitive function and memory. You are never too young or old to get started training your brain, so come and join us for a fun class. Call 815-6229230 to reserve your seat.
Come meet the ADRC Department caseworkers Wednesday, June 27 – 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The ladies in the ADRC (Outreach) Department have a desire to get to know you better! Come meet us as we spend the lunch hour in the dining room. We will bring information on benefits that can help our clients and we will enjoy your company.
‘Medicare Choices’ Friday, June 29 –12:30 p.m. New to Medicare and confused? This is the class for you. Medicare can be a maze, but we’re here to help you. We welcome those that are becoming new to Medicare and those who want to learn their options available with Medicare. Please call the ADRC Department at 888-6229230, ext. 194, in advance to sign up if you are
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Veterans employment rep Wednesday, June 6 – 2-4:30 p.m. Jack Kromer, Veterans Employment Representative will be available the first Wednesday of every month at the Post House Community Center/Lee County Council on Aging to assist veterans re-enter the workforce. He will be able to assist with resumes, interviewing and job search. Jack can’t answer questions about Unemployment Insurance or VA benefits, but he can direct you to a representative that can. If you are a veteran, stop in and see what Jack can help you with.
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