Iowa State University Extension and Outreach programs are available to all without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, or disability. Highlights RETIREMENT:SECURE YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE This past spring and summer, retirement series were held in Woodbury, Monona, Dickinson and Plymouth counties in Regions 1 & 5. Sponsorships were from Community Credit Union, Security National Bank, Telco-triad and NW Iowa Credit Union as well as local ISU Extension and Outreach Councils. with additional retirement programs. Many people who think they're prepared for retirement learn the hard way that they weren't ready. Individuals who attended our programs stated that they did not realize you must pay tax on Social security and that they thought Medicare was free—when in fact, you do have to pay. Our participants learned that eyes, ears and teeth are not covered by Medicare. You have to pay taxes on your Social Security, traditional IRA's, IPERS, annuities and other pension plans. Another participant expressed "I have been through bankruptcy. I will continue on the retirement road." Their impact was that debt occurred, then bankruptcy, now they are looking forward to a financially secure future as they look toward retirement. They were realizing that they could learn from their past mistakes and move forward. (cont’d) Current and Upcoming Events NEW UPCOMING PROGRAMS: FAMILY FINANCE RETIREMENT SERIES: Writing Your Retirement Paycheck- Le Mars, Sept 29, 11:30-1pm Welcome to Retirement —Sheldon Pizza Ranch, Sept 13, 12-1pm Writing Your Retirement Paycheck—Primghar Golf and Country Club, Sept 20, 11:30– 1 pm Begin by Planning Today— Primghar Golf and Country Club, Sept 27, 5:30-7 pm I had a Plan But…— Le Mars, Sept 29, 6-7:30 pm Estate Management– Clay County Fair, Sept 15, 10–10:30am Your Money Your Goals—Spencer, October 5, 12 9:30– 3 pm Money Talk—Rock Rapids, Sept 26– October 24 5:30-7:30 pm Spending Leaks– Sheldon, October 6th, 1-3 pm FAMILY LIFE Powerful Tools for Caregivers of Children with Special Needs: O’Brien County— September 12—October 17, Mondays, 5:30-8pm Plymouth County— TBA Juntos: Sioux Center— September 13-October 11, Tuesdays, 6-8:30pm Orange City— September 13, 6:30pm (First session) Child Care Provider Online Classes: Monthly September through May. All counties: Sept 21, 1pm and 8pm & Oct 26, 1pm and 8pm. NUTRITION AND WELLNESS ServSafe: Sioux City, September 14, October 12, November 2, December 13 Spirit Lake, September 27 Spencer, October 25 Sheldon, September 26, November 16 Spanish ServSafe—Sioux City, September 12 Childcare Provider Trainings: “I Only Want a Peanut Butter Sandwich” —Spirit Lake, Sept 6 MyPlate in Childcare Part I— Spirit Lake, October 4 MyPlate in Childcare Part II— Spirit Lake, November 1 Cooking with Vegetables and Herbs — Spirit Lake, September 7 Northwest Iowa Nutrition Conference—Professional Development for Dietitians and Food Service Directors, Le Mars, Sept 22 REGIONS 1 & 5 - HUMAN SCIENCES SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER AND NOVEMBER 2016 PROGRAM NEWS