The Lee County Council on Aging, Lee-Ogle Transportation System, Lifescape Community Services, Whiteside County Senior Center and Whiteside County Public Transportation will be closed Nov. 26 & 27 for Thanksgiving.
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VOLUME 13 • NOVEMBER 2020 • EDITION 13
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10 WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER’S
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Alzheimer’s causes changes in memory, thinking and behavior that are not normal aging.
Pictured are LCCOA staff, Maintenance engineer Marty Hammond, Outreach supervisor Samantha Harazin, and Executive Director Susan Lawler, who are getting things done with the help of the team from Wipfli Financial Advisors: Renee Ryan, Tonya Lofgren, Faye Gisi and Tracy Webb. This amazing team from Wipfli worked hard to spruce up our exterior, including repainting the ramp!
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Membership Dues Paid.................................4 Outreach........................................................5 Weekly, Monthly Activities..........................8
Upcoming Trips.............................................9 Meal Sites..................................................... 10 Upcoming Special Events........................... 11
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From the LCCOA Executive Director By Susan Lawler As I sit here late at night in my office, I am feeling so blessed to have so many wonderful seniors in my life. I am reflecting on each and every one of you that pass my office and visit with me. I have cherished these precious times together. I truly miss seeing your faces and hearing your voices. Your stories that you have shared with me have given me hope for a brighter future, in the mist of this pandemic. I know we here at LCCOA are not alone, and we want you to know you are not alone. We are just a phone call away. It might be a little difficult to reach us during Open Enrollment; but we will do our best to still reach out to you.
The Butterfly Garden
The Butterfly Garden was such a pleasant and calming event. The
“love’ that poured out for Patty and Donna truly touched my heart. I was so thrilled to see the support from our seniors and their families. You cannot ask for more in life or in death, than to be or been truly loved. Donna’s daughter and sonlaw stated that the LCCOA family made an impact on Donna. They wanted to share their gratitude to LCCOA for providing friendship, companionship and a true family environment. It is always fulfilling to hear we have accomplished our goal, to provide friendship and a quality of life.
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Sidewalk Sale LCCOA’s sidewalk sale is still going on. Each week we have new items to share with our community. Please come out and support our Senior Center. Clothing Drive — Save the Date: Nov. 18 LCCOA is still collecting clothing for our fundraiser to help pay for our new furnace. Please drop off all your gently used clothing by Nov. 18. No books, no kitchen items, no hard goods – only clothing. Thank you LCCOA.
Check out our sign
Talking about love, the Wipfli family worked so very hard on LCCOA’s painting projects. The following ladies Tracy Webb, Renee Ryan, Tonya Lofgren and Faye Gisi
At the corner of Galena and Second Street; we have a new look. It is a work in progress. Our wonderful, 25-year, dedicated maintenance
immensely during this time too. The places we were used to going and the people we looked forward to seeing have become much more treasured. For many, the pandemic has given us a quieter time and an opportunity to reflect on what truly is important in our once preoccupied lives. We certainly do miss greeting our treasured friends here at the center! For our members, we would like to give you the opportunity to win a “Change of Seasons” basket. There is no fee to enter! If you paid your
2020 memberships dues, you just need to call the senior center at 815622-9230 and ask to have your name entered. You may do that by speaking with Reception. You only need to enter 1 time to have a chance to win! The drawing will be held November 17. Good Luck! In honor of Veterans Day, we would like to thank our Veterans for their dedication to our country! Please see our list of Veterans and photos from our Honor Wall Dedication that we did in 2019. In appreciation of our farmers, I would like to thank them for the countless hours of hard work and determination to feed the world. Please remember “kindness” during these trying times. If your friends or family endorse a different political party or have different views on wearing masks, it’s OK to
From the WCSC Assistant Director By Beth Sterk As the leaf colors are changing on the trees and the temperatures are falling, I recognize it is certainly another change of season. I do love the beautiful colors of fall and the peace it brings! One of my favorite things to do is sit by the water and admire the color changes of the leaves. At night, I love the sight, sounds, and smell of the fall harvest happening in the fields – it brings back a flood of special childhood memories! I also recognize that as the pandemic continues, our lives have changed
were amazing. They painted our deck, benches, and eaves; they did a wonderful job, they were truly pro’s. These ladies gave a new meaning to the “Day of Caring’. Thank you Wipfli ladies for giving back to our community. The Wipfli Corporation should be proud to have you ladies as part of their organization.
engineer, Marty Hammonds, has been working on our sign. It’s not finished yet, but it is a major improvement to our building. I don’t know what we will do without Marty; he will be retiring by the first of the year. Please thank him for all the years of hard work, caring and the love he has given to LCCOA. There will never be another one like him. Thank you, Marty!
Optimism Periodically I receive poems, verses, letters and stories form our seniors. I enjoy reading and sharing them with my staff. This past month one of our seniors shared the life of Helen Keller. I thought it was apropos ’to share a quote from Miss Keller. She was an inspiring individual who overcame great obstacles in her life. Helen’s famous quote; “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched they must be felt with the heart”. I leave you with that thought; until next time, LCCOA a place where you belong a place to call home.
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have differences and still respect each other and to be kind. Kindness is a gift that everyone can afford to give! And last but not least, although our Thanksgiving gatherings may look a little different this year, please take the time to reflect on all “the treasures” that have been bestowed upon you this year. Maybe it’s your health, a new grand-baby, a move closer to your family, a phone call from an old friend, a drive past the house you grew up in, a newly adopted pet, or just more peaceful and reflective time at home? Whatever it may be, please have a beautiful, treasured Thanksgiving! Sincerely, Beth Sterk, Assistant Director, WCSC
Golden Echo published monthly by Sauk Valley Media, 113-115 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, IL 61021, 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.
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It’s time to change the clocks Don’t forget to change your clocks back one hour on Saturday night Oct. 31, or Sunday morning, Nov. 1.
Happy Thanksgiving! Everyone at the Lee County Council on Aging wishes each and every one of your a happy and blessed Thanksgiving!
LCCOA closed for the holiday The Lee County Council on Aging offices will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 26 and 27. We will re-open Monday Nov. 30.
Veterans, we salute you Many of our members here at the Lee County Council on Aging are veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. Along with the rest of the country, we honor and give thanks for our veterans.
Check out our sidewalk sale LCCOA’s sidewalk sale is still going on. Each week we have new items to share with our community. Please come out and support our Senior Center. The sale runs from 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. every Friday and will be set up until it snows.
LCCOA phone numbers
Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday 100 West Second Street – Dixon, IL, 61021 Main number 815-288-9236 Transportation 815-288-9236 Post House Ballroom 815-288-9236
WCSC phone numbers
Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday
1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling
Transportation – 815-625-7433 • Information – 815-622-9230
Outreach services & free phones for hearing impaired
ADRC hours:
Outreach hours 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Monday Walk-ins from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
E-mail us at lccoa@comcast.net Visit us at www.leecountycouncilonaging.net or www.posthouseballroom.net or find us on Facebook
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Outreach and free phones for hard of hearing/ low vision 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 115 E. Third St., Sterling • 815-535-0368
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Thank you to LCCOA volunteers and supporters
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.
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.
Kathy Spotts Ken Hughes Nancy Havener NIAAA Odell Public Library, Morrison Pat VanCoillie Prophet Manor, Prophetstown Regency Care of Sterling Resthave of Morrison Riverbend Food Bank Rock Falls Rehab Sauk Valley Food Bank Shirley Schwarz Sylvia Snow Terry MacLennan Tom Rich United Way of Sterling Unity Hospice VITAS Hospice
Anderson Nature Center-Fulton Barb Peugh Beacon of Hope Hospice Carl Raunbuehler Carol Voss Castor Home Nursing CGH Home Nursing Citadel of Sterling Doran Everly Erie Public Library Gaffey Home Nursing Glenda MacLennan Heritage Woods of Sterling Hope Howell Hospice Compassus Janice Bell Javier Gomez Jennifer Boehm Jim Capp Joe Fornero
United Way of Lee County Keri Olson EFSP Wipfli Tracy Webb Renee Ryan Tonya Lofgren Faye Gisi Heritage Square Dixon Food Pantry Dolores Kness Josey Whaley Lee County Health Department Illinois Department on Aging NIAAA GoodFellows Midland Bank Sauk Valley Media Dixon Township
LCCOA welcomes members
WCSC welcomes members Thank you to those individuals who have paid their memberships:
Bernadette Petersen Howard & Shirley Thompson Patricia Whitesell If you would like to join the Whiteside County Senior Center, the cost is $25 per person per calendar year or $35 for two people residing in same household. You can mail your check to: WCSC, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL, 61081. Thank you for supporting your local senior center!
Whiteside County Senior Center Board Members and Officers Joe Bright – President Michelle Miller – Vice President Karla Burn – Treasurer Cindy Wadsworth – Secretary John Espinoza John Booker
Al Campbell
Rock Rver Garden Club Teen Turf Eileen Piper Clara Harris Rusty Schrader Cameron Zies Jesse Ware Gwen Martindale Gyro Club Andy Cox Josie Almassy Doty Zimmerman The Family of Patty Frey The Family of Donna Missman The Crafters of LCCOA Marty Hammonds A special thank you to all the wonderful supporters of LCCOA’s clothing drive who have donated anonymously.
Emily Taylor Janice Bell
Sterling Hearing Aid Center Inc. 603 Freeport Rd., Sterling, IL
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Be an LCCOA hero today for a brighter tomorrow! Watch the Echo for 2021’s membership campaign. As a member you will receive discounts on all our activities and trips. All membership fees contribute to the support of Lee County Council on Aging. As a member you can feel confident that all funds helps LCCOA to continue the vital services we provide to all our seniors and continue to bring new and interesting activities to the Center for you to enjoy. Please continue to be a member of LCCOA and spread the word to all your friends and families. Thank you on behalf of LCCOA’s Board of Directors, Executive Director, staff and drivers.
Lee County Council on Aging Board Executive Committee and Officers Bonnie O’Connell, Chair
LaDonna Groshans, Vice Chair
Kristin Carlson, Secretary
Cindy Gabany Roberta Lemoine
Nina Mardauss
Cheryl Smith Terry Stephenitch
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Both WCSC and LCCOA Outreach Departments are prioritizing Open Enrollment appointments during this period that runs until Dec 7. If you require an appointment for other Outreach services during this season, we will do our best to accommodate other appointment needs, and we apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause you. We appreciate your understanding as we strive to help every individual. Due to COVID19, both LCCOA and WCSC’s comparison processes and appointments will look different from last year. We know that, despite these new challenges, we will still be able to assist many of you as we have in the past. Please call WCSC Outreach at 815-6229230 Ext. 194, or LCCOA Outreach at 815-288-9236, for any questions or to discuss details on how appointments
Contacting 1-800-MEDICARE While both centers have SHIP certified staff to compare Part-D and Medicare Advantage Plans, you may find that our comparison appointments book up fast! If you call LCCOA or WCSC and you find that we are booked up for the season, or if you are in need of a comparison right away, you do have the option of contacting 1-800-MEDICARE to conduct a comparison by phone with a Medicare representative 24 hrs a day/7 days a week. If you contact 1-800-MEDICARE directly, you will need to have a list of your medications handy, along with your red, white, and blue Medicare card.
Medicare supplement (Medigap) plan comparisons If you are wanting to compare Medicare Supplement (Medigap)
plans this season, keep in mind that you can change your Medigap plan at any time during the year, and you are not limited by the Open Enrollment Period unless you are 64 years of age or younger and on Medicare due to disability. Also keep in mind, that if you are not newly eligible to Medicare, companies can turn you down for coverage due to pre-existing conditions, unless that company is a
“guaranteed issue” company. There is an extremely helpful guide that you can access online through the SHIP program on the Illinois Department on Aging (IDOA) website at https:// www2.illinois.gov/aging/ship/Documents/NorthernCentralMedSupWeb. pdf, or if you are in need of a paper Medigap guide, please contact the WCSC or LCCOA Outreach Departments.
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A financial assistance program is available to those who qualify, making the Heritage Woods lifestyle affordable to all. Welcome to a gracious affordable assisted lifestyle in your community Our Wall of Honor here at the WCSC was dedicated to our veterans in 2019. This Wall of Honor is a testament to the spirit of patriotism and courageous service exemplified by these whom valiantly protected the liberties and freedoms of this great nation. On this Veterans Day, we recognize and thank those who served our country! John Beiler – U.S. Marine Corp. James Cook – U.S. Air Force David Celletti - U.S. Air Force Steve Crowe – U.S. Army/National Guard John Delgado (Deceased) -U.S. Army Rev. Andrew Downing (Deceased) – U.S. Army David Downing (Deceased) – U.S. Army John Espinoza –U.S. Marines Frank Fisher – U.S. Air Force Ron Fistler – U.S. Navy Joe Fornero – U.S. Navy Larry Frederick – U.S. Army Don Gaffey (Deceased) – U.S. Army David Geil – U.S. Army William Griswold – U.S. Army Arne Gronlund – U.S. Army Louis Guerrero – U.S. Army Ronald Johnson – U.S. Navy
Harold Jordan – U.S. Army Harry Kapp (Deceased) – U.S. Army Eddie Kerley – U.S. Air Force Myron Kliment (Deceased) – U.S. Army John Jimenez – U.S. Marine John Kram – U.S. Army Michael Love (Deceased) – U.S. Army Terry Maclennan – U.S. Air Force Merrill “Bud” Mohr – U.S. Navy Don Noble – U.S. Air Force Jerome Ries – U.S. Army Carl Scott – U.S. Army William Simane – U.S. Navy Phillip Szewczyk – U.S. Army Sievio Tintori – U.S. Army Ernest Topping, Jr. – U.S. Navy Francis Venhuizen – U.S. Army Carroll Whitlock – U.S. Air Force
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Veterans can win these afghan/quilts. Call the LCCOA or email us at lccoa@comcast.net to enter a veteran’s name and phone number. The quilts were made by members of the First Congregational United Church of Christ of Lee Center. Winners will be contacted on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. The flag aghan was donated by Dorothy Szewczyk.
Care Beyond Compare
Their memory lives on in Butterfly Garden The Butterfly Garden is a beautiful dedication to the lives of two wonderful women whose long dedication to the LCCOA deserves words of appreciation. The Butterfly Garden will remain a wonderful reminder of Patty and Donna each and every year. A rechargeable hearing device for
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Liberty Court Assisted Living & Memory Care At Liberty Court Assisted Living & Memory Care, we know how hard it is to ensure the safety of our parents’ health during the COVID-19 outbreak. That’s why we are being so vigilant in protecting the seniors who live in our community. We also understand there are seniors who live in the Dixon area who don’t have the ability to get to grocery stores and pharmacies, or who are just afraid to go out into the community at this time. Liberty Court is offering temporary stay options for those seniors who may benefit from our safe environment and wide array of amenities. When someone comes into our community they will: • Go through a strict screening process prior to move-in • Get three delicious meals a day • Be able to visit with family in a safe and socially distant setting
• Get assistance with daily living activities as needed • Have access to their medications • Receive weekly housekeeping • Have access to a care team • Be given care beyond compare
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Weekly activities and meetings: Lee County Council on Aging SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS, ALL ACTIVITIES AND LIFESCAPE MEALS HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815-288-9236 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND.
Mondays 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. – Open cards 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. – Computer lab 9 a.m. – Exercise 9 a.m.-1 p.m. – Outreach walk-in hours 10 a.m. – Dance exercise class 11:30 a.m. – Lifescape Lunch served (Reservations)
1 p.m. – Rummikub Tuesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Open cards 8 a.m.-4:30p.m. – Computer lab 9 a.m. – Golden Kiwanis 9 a.m. – Senior Bowling at Plum Hollow 10-11a.m. – Line dancing 11:30 a.m. – Lifescape Lunch
served (Reservations) 1 p.m. –Pinochle Wednesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Open cards 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. – Computer lab 11:30 a.m. – Lifescape Lunch served (Reservations) 1 p.m. – Pinochle
Thursdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Open cards 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. – Computer lab 9 a.m. – Exercise 9 a.m. – Senior Bowling at Plum Hollow 10 a.m. – Dance exercise class 11:30 a.m. – Lifescape Lunch served (Reservations)
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1 p.m. – Crocheting and crafting 1 p.m. – Euchre Tournament Fridays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Open cards 8 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. – Computer lab 11:30 a.m. – Lifescape Lunch served (Reservations) 12:30 p.m. – Duplicate Bridge 1 p.m. – Dominoes
Weekly activities and meetings: Whiteside County Senior Center SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS, ALL SITES, ACTIVITIES AND CLINICS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815-622-9230 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND.
Mondays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – – Cards, socializing, computer lab 10 a.m. – Kings on Corner cards 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Lunch 12:30 p.m. – – Pinochle 12:30 p.m. – – Crochet/Knitting Club free lessons. See the Special Events listings on page XX for more information
Tuesdays 8 a.m-4 p.m. – Cards, socializing, computer lab 10 a.m. – Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m.-noon – Commodities, must meet income guidelines 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Lunch 12:45 p.m. – Euchre, $3 to play, prizes, bring a snack. 12:45 p.m. – Scrabble, bring a snack
1 p.m. – Pool playing- Membership required Wednesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Cards, socializing, computer lab 10 a.m. – Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m. – Canasta 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Lunch 12:30 p.m. – Pinochle 1 p.m. – Bingo, bring a canned good or $1 to play
Thursdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Cards, socializing, computer lab 9-10 a.m. – Yoga, bring mat, membership required 10 a.m. – Kings on Corner cards 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Lunch 12:30 p.m. – “Hand and Foot” game, bring a snack 1 p.m. – Pool playing- Membership required
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Fridays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Cards, socializing, computer lab 10 a.m. – Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m. – Intermediate Line Dancing – check to see where dancing 11 a.m. – Beginning Line Dancing 12:30 p.m. – Pinochle 12:45 p.m. – Mexican Train Dominoes, prizes, and bring a snack.
Monthly activities and meetings: Lee County Council on Aging SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS, ALL SITES, ACTIVITIES AND CLINICS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815-288-9236 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND.
The LCCOA Outreach office is open, and our phone number is 815-288-9236. The following scheduled appointments have been canceled. Sorry, but COVID-19 protocols can’t always be followed
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outside out offices. Nov. 5 10-11 a.m. – Paw paw monthly SHIP site, by appointment only – CANCELED
Nov. 10 1-2 p.m. – Ashton monthly SHIP site, by appointment only – CANCELED Nov. 18 10-11 a.m. – Amboy monthly SHIP site, by appointment only – CANCELED
11-11:45 a.m. – Sublette monthly SHIP site, by appointment only – CANCELED Nov. 23 10-11 a.m. – Countryside monthly SHIP site, by appointment only – CANCELED
Nov. 26 & 27 The Lee County Council on Aging offices will be closed for Thanksgiving, and will reopen Monday, Nov. 30.
Monthly activities and meetings: Whiteside County Senior Center SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS, ALL SITES, ACTIVITIES AND CLINICS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815-622-9230 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND.
Nov. 2 9 a.m.-1 p.m. – ADRC Over the phone assistance Nov. 3 6 a.m.- 7 p.m. – General Election Nov. 11 CLOSED FOR VETERANS DAY Nov. 4 9 a.m.-1 p.m. – Bingo, sponsored by Vitas Healthcare. Bring a canned good or $1 to play
10 a.m. – noon – Morrison monthly SHIP site. Appointment required. 8 a.m.- 2 p.m. – Fancy Feet Foot Clinic. Call 815-213-0324 for an appointment. 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Blood pressure screenings by CGH Nov. 9 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. – ADRC over-thephone assistance Nov. 10
10 a.m.-noon – Prophetstown monthly SHIP site. Appointment required. Nov. 12 9 a.m.-1 p.m. – Fancy Feet Foot Clinic. Call 815-213-0324 for an appointment. Nov. 16 9 a.m.-1 p.m. ADRC over-thephone assistance Nov. 18 10 a.m.-noon – Erie monthly SHIP
site. Appointment required. 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Blood Pressure screenings by Castor Home Nursing. 1 p.m. – Bingo sponsored by Regency. Bring a canned good or $1 to play. Nov. 19 10 a.m.-noon – Fulton monthly SHIP site. Appointment required Nov. 23 10:30-11:30 a.m. – ADRC over-
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Fulton Nov. 18 Fancy Feet Foot Clinic. Call Sharon Krahn 815-718-5294 to schedule an appointment. Our new location is the First Reformed Church, 510 15th Ave. Fulton
the-phone assistance Nov. 25 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Blood pressure screenings by Citadel 1 p.m. – Bingo sponsored by Hospice Compassus Nov. 30 9 a.m.-1 p.m. – ADRC over-thephone assistance Nov. 26 & 27 CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING DAY
If you are interested in joining us for the above monthly activities, contact Whiteside County Senior Center at 815-622-9230 or 888-622-9230; or Lee County Council on Aging at 815-288-9236 or 855-407-9236.
Diamond Jo Casino – Dubuque, IA Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021 The casino trip for Sept. 11 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, February 17, 2021. We are hopeful that motorcoach companies in Illinois will be able to travel by then to get us to the casino. Please stay updated by reading the ECHO. You may sign up for this trip by contacting the WCSC at 815-622-9230, ask for reception.
Savannah, Jekyll Island & Beaufort, SC April 24 – May 1, 2021 Cost: $1,089 for members, $1,139 for non-members, based on double occupancy Diamond Tours is honoring pricing. Spring flowers will be in bloom! You will enjoy 8 nights lodging including 4 consecutive nights in the Savannah area along with 14 meals including 8 breakfasts and 6 dinners. This incredible trip includes a guided trolley tour of Savannah, followed by hop-on/hop-off privileges,, a guided tour of gorgeous Beaufort, SC, “Queen of the Carolina Sea Island”, plus a visit to Parris Island, an evening show of the famous Savannah Theatre, a guided tour of St. Simons Island and last but not least….a guided tram tour of Jekyll Island. Sign up for this trip by calling the WCSC. Final payment due February 2021.
We are back! Lee County Council on Aging presents Mackinac Island here we come! June 7-11, 2021 Cost: $545 for members, $575 for non-members LCCOA is planning a trip to Mackinac Island, Mackinac Point Lighthouse, Kewadin Casino, Mackinaw Crossings, Soo Locks Cruise and a tour of Colonial Michilimackinac all for a low price of $545 for members and $575 for non- members. This wonderful trip is for 5 days/4 nights. Includes 8 meals, guided tour of Mackinaw City, 4 night lodging in Northern Michigan, motor coach, guided Carriage Tour on Mackinac Island, boat ride through the Soo Locks and much more. Contact Lee County Council on Aging at 815-288-9236.
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Lee County Council on Aging presents Alaska with Celebrity Cruises and a pre-night in Seattle at the Grand Hyatt Aug. 26-Sept. 3, 2021 – 9 days/8 nights Cost: Starting at $2,944 based on double occupancy Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity that offers all the extras! With provided transportation from Dixon to O’Hare, the flight, transportation to the Grand Hyatt hotel, a 3 hour morning city tour of Seattle, the cruise itself, and all return transportation. In addition to this you will be traveling with Samantha Harazin of our Outreach department as your group leader. Included with the cruise is a special onboard cocktail party, and 2 sail your way perks that can truly make it an all-inclusive vacation! Passports are required and deposit is due upon sign up to reserve your spot. Space is limited. For more information call Lee County Council on Aging at 815-288-9236 and ask for Samantha.
Cruise the Caribbean Sea with us in 2021 Sept. 25-Oct 8, 2021 Cost: $2,750 for an outside cabin, $2,850 for balcony. Cost includes bus, transfers, hotel, and cruise (meals on ship) Are you ready for a vacation in 2021? Don’t miss this opportunity to board the Celebrity Equinox to cruise the Caribbean Sea and enjoy 7 ports: St. Croix, Antigua, Barbados, St. Lucia,Grenada, Roseau and St. Kitt. Celebrity Equinox is a Solstice-class cruise ship built by Meyer Werft in Germany. Celebrity Equinox is the second of the five Solstice-class vessels, owned and operated by Celebrity Cruises. She is a sister ship of Celebrity Solstice, Celebrity Eclipse, Celebrity Silhouette, and the Celebrity Reflection. SCHEDULE: Sept 25: Take a bus to Chicago and fly to Fort Lauderdale for an overnight stay Sept 26: Board the Celebrity Equinox Oct 8: Return home Cabins are limited, and prices will most likely increase as cruises start to open up again. Call the Whiteside County senior center at 815-622-9230 and ask for Glenda.
Enter the WCSC Basket Giveway As a 2020 member, you have the chance to win a basket filled with 2 wine glasses, non-alcoholic wine, snacks, a Jimmy John gift card, a beautiful sparkly infinity scarf, fall kitchen towels and a fragrant pumpkin spice candle. To enter to win (you must have paid your 2020 membership dues), call 622-9230 and give your name to reception. Please call only one time. We will draw the winner November 17. Good Luck and thank you for being a 2020 member of the WCSC.
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November Lifescape meals
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Lifescape serves seniors in Winnebago, Boone, Lee and Ogle counties. Go to lifescapeservices.org for more information.
Nov. 2-6 MONDAY: Baked chicken breast, mashed potatoes w/ gravy, broccoli, dinner roll, pineapple tidbits; TUESDAY: Meatloaf, Au gratin potatoes, stewed tomatoes w/zucchini dinner roll w/butter, apricots; WEDNESDAY: citrus baked ham, sweet potatoes, green beans, wheat bread, fruit cocktail; THURSDAY: Italian sausage w/peppers on bun, red potato wedges, Italian blend veggies, diced peaches;
FRIDAY: A) Crispy fish sandwich, wheat bun, macaroni and cheese peas, pineapple tidbits, B) turkey minestrone.
Nov. 9-13 MONDAY: Meatball sub, peas and carrots, seasoned potato wedges, Mandarin oranges; TUESDAY: Sweet and sour chicken, fluffy rice, stir-fry veggies, dinner roll, apricots; WEDNESDAY: Salisbury steak, cheesy potatoes, green beans, dinner roll sliced peaches; THURSDAY:
A) Sloppy Joe, wheat bun, farmer potatoes, peas and carrots, fruit cocktail, B) tuna salad w/chicken rice; FRIDAY: Hot ham and cheese, wheat bun, tator tots, baked beans, diced pears.
Nov. 16-19 MONDAY: Barbecue riblet, wheat bun, Au gratin potatoes, coin carrots, diced pears; TUESDAY: Pepper steak, mashed potatoes w/gravy, peas, wheat bread, 2, chilled pineapple; WEDNESDAY: Lemon pepper
chicken, wild rice, broccoli, dinner roll, applesauce; THURSDAY: A) Cheeseburger, wheat bun, tator tots, baked beans, jello with fruit, B) ham/vegetable; FRIDAY: Mostaccioli w/ meat sauce, Brussels sprouts, Scandinavian blend veggies, garlic bread, apricots.
potato chips; TUESDAY: Baked ziti w/meat sauce, Italian blend veggies, garlic bread, hot applesauce; WEDNESDAY: A) Liver and onions, mashed potatoes w/gravy, glazed carrots, dinner roll, peach cobbler, B) meatloaf; THURSDAY & FRIDAY: SITE CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING
Nov. 23-26
Nov. 30
MONDAY: Chicken strips, seasoned potatoes, peas, dinner roll, diced pears, barbecue
MONDAY: Barbecue chicken breast, wheat bun, cheesy potatoes, green beans, diced pears.
November meals at Whiteside County Senior Center Lunch will not be served until further notice. We will follow guidelines set forth by the state. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please contact us at 622-9230 if you are in need of local home meal resources. Thank you.
November meals at Golden Meals in Rock Falls Nov. 2-6
beans, applesauce.
MONDAY: Beef stew, peaches, biscuit; TUESDAY: Baked chicken, mashed potatoes, peas; WEDNESDAY: Macaroni and cheese casserole, green beans, pears; THURSDAY: Pepper steak, mashed potatoes, peas; FRIDAY: Lasagna, green
Nov. 9-13 MONDAY: Cheesy potatoes, carrots; TUESDAY: Chicken noodle casserole with veggies; peaches; WEDNESDAY: VETERANS DAY, SITE CLOSED; THURSDAY: sausage gravy over biscuit, mashed pota-
toes, peas; FRIDAY: Maple glazed ham, sweet potatoes, spinach.
Nov. 16-20 MONDAY: Chili, applesauce, cornbread; TUESDAY: Spaghetti, Italian vegetables, peaches; WEDNESDAY: Stuffed green peppers, mixed vegetable, pears;
THURSDAY: Ham loaf; sweet potatoes, spinach; FRIDAY: Italian sausage, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, whole wheat bun.
Nov. 23-27 MONDAY: Cabbage rolls, carrots, mixed fruit; TUESDAY: Swedish meatballs, wild rice,
green beans; WEDNESDAY: Hot turkey sandwich, mashed potatoes, corn, cranberry sauce; THURSDAY & FRIDAY: SITE CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING
Nov. 30 MONDAY: Beef stew, peaches, biscuit.
Whiteside County Public Transportation
Lee-Ogle Transportation System
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
Fares: (within county)
People age 6 to 59 years: $2 one way Seniors or individuals with a disability: Donation suggested (unless qualified under Medicaid or other program)
Fares: (within zip code)
People age 6 to 59 years: $2 one way
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
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SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS ALL WCSC ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815-622-9230 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND.
Fancy Feet Foot Clinic Please call the Senior Center to inquire if we are open to the public. Please call 815-213-0324 to schedule a foot care appointment.
Free program by phone: Effective Communication Strategies Nov. 3 10:30 a.m.-noon Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Communication is more than just talking and listening; it’s also about sending and receiving messages. To register, call 1-800-272-3900.
November 11 WE WILL BE CLOSED IN HONOR OF VETERAN’S DAY
Free program by phone: Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia Nov. 12 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Alzheimer’s
Disease is not a normal part of aging. Join us to learn the differences. To register: Call 1-800-272-3900
SCUG (Sauk Computer User’s Group) 1 p.m. Nov. 14 Sauk Computer Users Group will meet via zoom at 1 p.m. Please call the Senior Center for more details.
TRIAD 12:30 p.m. Nov. 18 Come and join this group that is all about senior citizen safety. This group is composed of public safety, community agencies and senior citizens. Everyone welcome. This meeting may take place via Zoom.
Alzheimer’s live phone conference: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimers Nov. 19 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. FREE to call in and participate! No computer or internet needed. An education program presented by the Alzheimer’s Association and hosted by WCSC. Join in on the call to learn about; the difference between normal aging and Alzheimer’s, common warning signs, the importance of early detection, and the next steps. To register: Call 1-800-272-3900
Free program by phone: Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body Nov. 19 1-2:30 p.m. Tips from the latest research presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. To register: Call 1-800-272-3900
Brain Exercise Class Nov. 23 10-11 a.m. This free event is open to the public. Virtual class will be hosted on Zoom. Register online at go.illinois.edu/ witsfitnessonline. Join University of IL Educator, Karla Belzer each month as she leads participants online through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain to maintain and enhance cognitive function and memory. You are never too young or too old to get started training your brain, so join Karla in this fun and informative class.
Upcoming Special Events in Lee County SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS ALL LCCOA ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815-288-9236 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND.
LCCOA honors our members who are Veterans Nov. 11 Veterans can enter to win an Afghan throw or a quilt. Members of the First Congregational United Church of Christ of Lee Center have quilted or crocheted beautiful red-white-and-blue covers or lap throws to express gratitude and appreciation to the Veterans of the United States Armed Forces. If you are a Veteran or love or care for someone who is, you can enter that Veteran’s Name and Phone Number, either by phone or by email. The LCCOA phone number is (815) 288-9236. And the LCCOA email address is lccoa@comcaast.net . Winners will be contacted on Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11.
2020 Membership Drive Begins Nov. 15 Lee County Council on Aging provides services to anyone without consideration of their ability to donate. That’s why we need your help more than ever. We are experiencing increased requests for service at a time when our grant income is shrinking as
grant providers cut back. Your Membership and extra donations continue to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Lee County seniors – our family, friends, and neighbors! All memberships and other donations are fully tax-deductible. You have helped us so much with your Membership & Gifts! Please renew today. We need you more than ever!
Savers FUNDrive Event Load-a-Truck Nov. 18 Say what??? You read that right! We have extended into another Savers FUNDrive event. The next target date for drop-off of our collected soft goods is Thursday, Nov 18. Drop-off is anytime at our facility in the space between the two front doors. Please bag items in 13-gallon kitchen bags if possible. Questions? Call 815-288-9236. Thank you for all of your items and support!
Sidewalk Sale continues — 500 items sold so far!! 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. every Friday until it snows You will not want to miss our spectacular sidewalk sale. We will have something for everyone. All funds will help pay for our furnace. LCCOA has been inching our way to pay for our new furnace; with your help
we will finally get there. All items will be a quarter or good will donation. Thank you in advance for supporting LCCOA. We look forward to seeing all our friends. Mask and gloves will be available for your safety.
Brand new December project for seniors! We’re going to publish your submissions! We’re going to publish an “Everything Book”, filled with inspirational sayings from our parents – like “Because I told you so!”; emotion-stirring poems; mouth-watering recipes; “Do you remember that time when I ...?” stories. A working title might be “Back In My Day ... ”, or “Before I forget ... ” Looking forward to seeing some Christmas cookie recipes. Or perhaps some Christmas wishes poems. Or perhaps photos of a favorite Santa Claus. Which one is your favorite Christmas carol? You can mail or email your submissions to LCCOA. Call 815-288-9236 or email us at lccoa@comcast.net .
Santa’s Workshop postponed until next year Sadly, there is no Santa’s Workshop this year. We just don’t have enough room to maintain social distancing for such a popular event. Tell the younger ones that Santa plans to have his Workshop up and running next year.
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