March 2014 newsletter

Mission Statement

We are dedicated to the

enrichment of the lives of

older adults and their

families by providing

diverse programs, social

services and volunteer

opportunities.

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March 2014,Vol.31 No. 3

In This Month’s Issue…

Services 2

Case Manager Info 3-4

Nutrition 5

Community/Center News 6

Support Groups 7

Commission On Aging 11

Community News/Info 11

Ongoing Events/Classes 12

Monthly Highlights 13

Activity Calendar 14

The 7 Nutrition Habits of Highly Healthy Seniors

Wednesday, March 19, 11:15 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center

Nationally known as the “Nutrition Magician,” author of five books, and a regular health expert on Channel 3000, Donna Weihofen, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) will present a fast-paced program that motivates audiences to make healthy, tasty food choices. Her program will answer :

What happened to that old food guide pyramid? Is pasta really so bad? Should I take a vitamin? Which ones? How about herbal supplements? What are the best cancer fighting foods? Are chocolate and red wine new health foods? Open to All.

If staying for lunch, call 873-8585 for reservations by noon on 3/18.

* All non-meal donations received this month will be reserved for our dining room remodel.

March is National Nutrition Month*

Celebrate our Nutrition Program’s 42nd

year and the volunteers who make it a success with:

Celebrity Ride-Alongs: local celebrities will make Meals on Wheels deliveries.

Door Prizes: all who attend meals may enter a weekly drawing; the more meals you attend, the more chances to win!

Tips & Tricks: watch for various nutrition facts and recipes provided by local chefs posted throughout the building and delivered with meals.

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Case Management

Stoughton, Towns of Albion & Dunkirk The Case Management program links older adults with services available to help them remain as independent as possible in their homes and community. Our Senior Center’s case managers are devoted to coordinating, evaluating and advocating for such services to meet each individual’s needs and preferences. Call 873-8585 to schedule an appointment. If you live in Dunn, Pleasant Springs or Rutland case management services are provided by the McFarland Senior Outreach, (608) 838-7117.

Transportation: General

FDS Enterp. City Cab/Lift Equipped Van Contact: 873-7233 RSVP Driver Program Donation-based transportation for medical appointments; 48 hour notice recommended. Contact: Richard Hoffman 873-6112 between the hours of 9AM and 4PM

Meal Site & Shopping

Transit Solutions Inc./Lift Equipped Van Call 873-8585 to make a reservation: • Stoughton Area Senior Center Meal Site Ride to noon lunch, Monday - Friday Cost $.50 each way • Tuesday thru Friday Grocery Shopping Ride to Pick & Save/Walmart in Stoughton Time: 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM; Cost: $1.00/way • Mall Shopping, 2nd & 4th Fridays $1.50/way Trips rotate between various malls in Madison: See Activity Calendar for monthly locations. Time: 9:30 AM home pick up; 1:15 PM return.

Equipment Loan Closet

Equipment such as wheelchairs, commodes, walkers and other items may be checked out on a short-term basis to those residing in our case management service area (Stoughton, Town of Albion and Town of Dunkirk). Call or stop in for details. Monetary donations accepted.

Nutrition Programs

Meals are served at the Center or delivered to homebound individuals every weekday. Please see page 5 for details on the nutrition meal site and home delivered meals service.

Veterans Assistance

A representative is available on Fridays at the Stoughton Area Senior Center. Please call (608) 266-4158 to schedule an appointment.

Experience Works

Unemployed individuals 55 and over with low income who are seeking employment or job training. Call 608-646-0409 for information.

Blood Pressure Readings

No appointments needed-Last Thursday of the month 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Foot Care Clinic

Offered third full week of the month Monday, 12:30 - 3:30 PM Tuesday, 8:30 AM -11:30 AM Call 873-8585 for an appointment. Cost $20. For Diabetic Foot Care Appointments: $30 Tuesdays 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM at our Center

Services: Stoughton Area Senior Center

Please see our Stoughton Area Guide for Senior Services available at the Senior Center or

on our website at www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior, for a more complete list of the following services:

Food Pantry • Medical • Housing • Financial

Mental Health • Home Health • Respite Fitness/Wellness • Care Facilities

For further assistance, please call the

Senior Center (608) 873-8585

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News: Case Management Services

Employment Services In Stoughton

Work Smart- A Work Smart counselor will be available to give one-on-one job help from 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. on the 1

st and 3

rd Friday’s of the

month at the Dane Co. Dept. of Human Services, 125 Veteran’s Road in Stoughton. Walk-ins are welcome during this time. Additionally, computer services, including printer, copier and telephone usage are available for free. The lobby at Dane Co. Human Services has been designed to help anyone apply for jobs, public assistance programs, and use the computers for general information. Hours: 7:45 – 11:45 a.m. & 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday (excluding Holidays). For more information, please call: 608-873-2180.

Dane County Job Center- A representative from the Dane Co. Job Center is available to meet with someone of any age as long as the individual receives Food Share. The representative meets with people by appointment at the Dane County Human Services office in Stoughton and helps with job information, applications, interviewing techniques and resumes. Contact Chris Kuhn at 608-242-4582 to arrange a meeting. Experience Works- If you are 55 and older and have a low income you could qualify for Experience Works. They assist older adults who are at or below 125% of the poverty level find employment and/or training. Services offered include: job search help, training, and community service assignments. Call 608-646-0409 for more information.

Identity Theft Reaction & Prevention

Recent security breaches at major retailers highlight the importance of knowing how to protect yourself from both the known and un-known identity thieves looking to prey on your personal information for their own financial gain. Identity thieves can use a person’s credit or debit card for purchases, can use a person’s Medicare number to send fraudulent bills to Medicare, or can even use a person’s identity to open new lines of credit.

Losing control of your identity to unknown thieves can be scary and confusing. However there are some great services available that will help you stop the thieves and help restore your financial security. If you know that your credit or debit card has been stolen the first thing you should do is contact your credit card company and/or bank and notify them about the theft so that they can shut down your account. Additionally, you should inform the police and file a report about the theft. If your driver’s license was stolen you should contact the Wisconsin Division of Motor Vehicles to immediately report the theft. You will need to appear in person at your local DMV office to obtain a new license and provide sufficient proof of your identity. In addition, you should bring a police report or other proof that you were the victim of identity theft to the DMV. If you fear that your Medicare number or other insurance coverage may have been compromised, contact your doctor’s office and ask that they not take any orders or appointments from suspicious callers using your information. Additionally, always monitor your Medicare Summary Notices to ensure that there have been no fraudulent charges to Medicare under your name. Medicare will never call and request your Medicare number over the phone. You should also file an identity theft complaint with Wisconsin’s Office of Privacy Protection. The Office of Privacy Protection takes information gathered across the state and works to stop widespread identity thefts. Call (800) 422-7128 to file an identity theft complaint form or obtain one online at www.privacy.wi.gov.

The Stoughton Cab is now available

on Sundays 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

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News: Case Management Services

FRIENDSHIP FUND FOR ACTIVITIES AT THE CENTER

If you are in need of financial assistance to participate in activities at the Senior Center,

there is a fund available to help you.

For more information please contact Cindy McGlynn/Director 873-8585.

Identity Theft Article Cont:

If you feel as though you have unknowingly exposed yourself to suspected identity theft, such as inadvertently giving your Social Security number to an unknown source, there are steps you can take to protect yourself and your credit. Contact your credit card companies and banks to inform them of the theft. In addition, you should obtain a security freeze on your credit identity. This will prevent criminals from using your identity to open new credit cards or obtain loans under your name. To place a security freeze on your credit report, contact one of the following via certified mail:

Equifax: CSC Credit Services Security Freeze PO Box 674438 | Houston, TX 77267-4438

Experian: Experian Security Freeze PO Box 9554 | Allen, TX 75013

TransUnion: TransUnion Security Freeze PO Box 6790 | Fullerton, CA 92834-6790

The typical fee for this service is $10 but will be waived with a police report documenting the identity theft. Tips for preventing identity theft:

1) Never give your personal information such as credit card, Social Security, or Medicare numbers to anyone who calls or sends you an e-mail. Thieves are opportunistic and prey on people’s trust and willingness to help. It is wise to be sus-picious of unsolicited mail, strange e-mails, and phone calls that request personal information. 2) Check your wallet and limit the number of identification cards you carry. Many cards contain your Social Security number. If you don’t need it, don’t carry it with you. 3) Sign up for the Wisconsin NO CALL list to limit the number of calls you receive from telemarketers by calling 1-866-9 NO CALL. 4) Shred or destroy credit card receipts, credit applications, bank checks and financial

statements. Many thieves obtain information from documents tossed in the trash. 5) Choose to opt out of unsolicited credit and insurance offers. Call 1-888-5 OPT OUT. 6) Review your credit card and financial statements. 7) Keep sensitive documents in a safe place in your home. 8) Place out-going mail in an official, secure mail box. The flag on your mailbox tips-off more than just the postal carrier, it alerts thieves too. 9) On your computer be aware of receiving e-mails that appear to be from your bank or credit card company known as a phishing scam. This scam is an e-mail message that directs you to a website that appears to be from your bank or other business. They will ask you to verify information about yourself or your accounts. Your bank or credit card company will not communicate with you via unsolicited e-mails. 10) On vacation be aware of your environment and individuals lingering around. Conversations about personal information can be easily picked up and used. When verifying a hotel with a credit card take notice to be sure no one can overhear your conversation. Excerpt published with permission from the Legal Services Team at the Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources’ Elder Law & Advocacy Center.

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Lisa’s Kitchen Corner

Nutrition Program Information:

All meals are provided by Dane County through Consolidated Food Services. They are packaged, delivered and served by Senior Center volunteers. If you are a vegetarian or have special dietary needs, please call and talk with Lisa regarding your meal options. Nutrition Site: The Senior Center serves lunch every weekday at 12:00 PM. Menu pg.15.

Home Delivered Meals: Meal delivery is available to homebound older adults in the Stoughton Area School District every weekday. Cost of Meals: Individuals 60 years or older pay by donation. Individuals under the age of 60 must pay the total cost . Meal Site: $7.50 Delivered Meal: $7.75. Please be reminded that cancellations and reservations be made by 1:00PM the previous working day. Any cancellations made on the day of, are still subject to payment to the county.

March is: March for Meals Month The first home-delivered meal was in the United Kingdom in 1943, following WWll. Many services used old prams (baby buggies) to transport the meals, using straw bales, and even old felt hats to keep the meals warm while delivering. Australia’s Meals on Wheels started in 1952, being delivered in South Melbourne by a lady on a tricycle. When it got too much for her to handle, the Red Cross took over. In the U.S. the first home-delivered meal program began in Philadelphia in 1954. Margaret Toy, a social worker at the Lighthouse Community Center, organized a program to provide nourishment that met the dietary needs of “ shut ins” who would have gone hungry. Most of the volunteers were high school students, who were named “Platter Angels”. They would prepare, package, and deliver food to the elderly and disabled through their community. Columbus, Ohio, was the second city in the U.S. to establish community based meal program. A federation of woman’s clubs went through the town to inform themselves of possible participants for a meal service. All the meals were prepared by local restaurants and delivered by taxi cabs during the week. Weekends high school student filled the posts. The Meals on Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) is headquartered in Alexandria, VA. MOWAA is the oldest and largest organization in the U.S. representing those who provide meal services to seniors in need, specifically those at risk of experiencing hunger. Citymeals-on-Wheels serves the New York City Area. In 2008 they delivered over 2.1 MILLION meals to 17,713 frail, aged seniors in every borough. 1,500 volunteers spent 62,000 hours delivering the meals. In 2013, Meals On Wheels in Stoughton had 48 volunteers who put in 1,630 hours delivering 143 homebound individuals 14,540 meals. We also served 197 individuals at the Stoughton Area Senior Center 3,567 meals.

Community & Center News

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Wii Bowlers Needed Did you know that we have a Wii bowling team at our Senior Center? Did you know that we were in the Dane County

Championship this past January? Would you like to become a member of our fun and winning team? No experience necessary, we can help coach you into a winning bowler! Join the fun by contacting Teressa for more information.

To St. Ann’s school

children for the February meal placemats!

To Girl Scout Troop 2301 for the New Year

cards for the Meal on Wheels participants and the Valentine Day Cookies.

To Girl Scout Troop 2797 for the Valentine

Day Cards for the Meals on Wheels.

Music Appreciation is Back! Mondays, April 7th through May 5th at 3:00 PM The Music Appreciation series organized by John Beutel will begin its 12th season this April. The presentations cover a wide variety of musical topics. The series is aimed at anyone who loves music and would like to learn more about it. The hour long classes are free and anyone in the community is invited to attend. Donations are gladly accepted to assist in offering a small gratuity to our perform-ers. Coming Topics:

Pete Seeger– American Folk Singer

Stoughton High School Band Members and Director Dan Schmidt

Henry Sapoznik from UW presenting Yiddish Culture and music

So watch the April issue of the Senior Center newsletter and posters for the exact schedule of specific

events and topics to be presented.

Senior Summer School

Tuesday, March 4th

1:00 PM

Stoughton Senior Center

Join us to learn about

educational summer programs for Seniors.

Seniors maintain an active lifestyle and lifelong

learning. Programs include meals, field trips,

lectures (from local University Professors),

accommodations and entertainment. There are

about 5 programs a summer at various locations

(from 7-15 nights). This summer’s locations will

be Chicago, Bellingham, San Diego, Portland

(Maine), and Providence.

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Area Support Groups Caregiver Group

2nd Thursday, 4:30-6:00PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: Hollee at 873-8585

Diabetic Support Group 2nd Monday 6 PM in the Stoughton Hospital Ridge Room. Contact Deb at 608-628-6500 for more information

Grandparents Raising Relative’s Children

2nd Sat., 10:00 AM -12:00 PM The Rainbow Project Office 831 E. Washington Av. Madison

Child care & transportation available to those in need. Contact: Ethel Dunn, 238-8751

Grief Support Groups 3rd Tuesday, 3:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585 Facilitation provided by Southern Care Hospice

Hope Chest Breast Cancer Support 3rd Monday, 6:00 - 7:30 PM Stoughton Hospital, Board Rm

900 Ridge Street Contact: 877-3476

Low Vision Support 3rd Thursday, 1:00 - 2:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room

Contact: 873-8585

Parkinson Group 4th Wednesday, 1:30-2:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: Hollee at 873-8585

Multiple Sclerosis Group 2nd Tuesday, 9:30 - 11:30 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center Mandt Room

Contact: 873-8585

Older Adult Alcoholics Anonymous

Every Tuesday, 2:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room, 2nd Floor In order to maintain confidentiality individuals may enter/exit from building’s back NW corner door.

Contact: Earl German 246-7606 ext. 1182

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin

Information, education, advocacy and support services including a 24/7 Helpline. 232-3400 or (888) 308-6251 [email protected]

Dementia Support Group

1st Wednesday 5:30-6:30 PM Stoughton Board Room Stoughton Hospital

MARCH HIGHLIGHTS

Lunch and Learn Join us on Thursday March

20th for our first session of

Lunch and Learn, a monthly

educational presentation over

the lunch hour about topics of

interest to people 55 years of

age, and older. Our first topic

will be presented by a Claims

Representative from the

Social Security Administration

If you or someone you know

is turning 65 this year, you’ll

want to attend and gather

pre-retirement information.

The presentation will include

how to sign up for retirement

benefits and Medicare.

Managing Grief and Loss Spouse or Partner Loss

Call Teressa for details of

the group 873-8585

Caregiver Group New Time!

Support Services for Older Adults Thurs. March 13 4:30-6 PM

Beyond Parkinsons 101 By Vicki Conte of Froedtert Medical College of Wisconsin Wed, March 26, 1:30 PM

Contact Hollee (873-8585) to register for this presentation.

Syttende Mai Information The Senior Center staff along with the Commission on Aging have made the decision to be closed during the Syttende Mai Weekend. The Chamber of Commerce will not be using the space for their head quarters and we have struggled to have successful fund raisers in the last few years. The competition for volunteers and food booths really has proved very difficult for the Senior Center. So with the support of the Commission on Aging we have decided not to use staff time over that weekend. We will be concentrating on other fund raisers throughout the year. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions or ideas for upcoming fund raisers, please contact Cindy at the Senior Center.

Healthy Eating Fair Sunday March 16th

1 to 3 P.M. River Bluff Middle School

235 N. Forrest St. Stoughton Call Linda 873-2392

[email protected]

Coming in April:

AARP Driver Safety

Class

Exploring World

Cultures Series presented by Cummins, Inc.

Over 90 Luncheon April 25

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News: COA & Community Commission on Aging

Meeting Highlights for February 4, 2014

Director Comments:

Home Energy Assistance

Schedule appointments with Energy Services, Inc. at (608) 333-0333. For all other questions

please call 608-267-8601. They will hold appointments in Stoughton on Wed. March 26th.

State Historical Tour March 11th Celebrate Women’s History Month with a trip to

the “Wisconsin Women of Style” display at the

State Historical Museum, followed by lunch on

the Capitol Square. We are partnering with the

Stoughton Library for this event. We will leave the

Senior Center at 9:00 AM, have an hour to tour

the display, and have some free time to explore

the other exhibits of the Museum. We will then

have lunch, and return to Stoughton by approxi-

mately 2:00 PM. Call Teressa for more info.

Taking Care of YOU: Powerful Tools for Family Caregivers

Tuesdays, March 11 – April 15, 5:00-7:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a 6-week educational series designed for family caregivers of frail elders or persons impacted by dementia, serious illness or injury. Whether you are helping a spouse, parent, friend, someone who lives at home, in a nursing home or across the country, it doesn’t matter. What is important is that you are interested in learning skills to help YOU in your care giving role. This class offers tools to reduce stress, guilt, anger and depression; help you relax; make tough decisions; set goals and solve problems; and communicate effectively with other family members, doctors and paid helpers. Cost is $10.00 which includes the Caregiver Handbook. Call the Senior Center to register, 873-8585. Assistance is available for respite or transportation, please inquire.

The State Re-Accreditation on-site review is

expected the end of February.

H. Camacho has nearly completed the 2013

Annual Report.

Building Use Policy: City Department Heads are meeting to update the City’s Building Use Policy so that it is uniform for all city buildings.

Fundraising Letter: The fundraising letter has so far brought in $5,840 in donations, which helped us fulfill our 2013 fundraising goal of $29,000.

Syttende Mai: With staff recommendation, COA noted to not be open over Syttende Mai weekend. See page 10 for full explanation.

Evaluation Committee: Last Fall’s Information & Assistance survey yielded very positive re-sults; displaying how the different areas of I&A has saved participants time and money, im-proved health and enhanced knowledge.

Next meeting: 11:00 PM, March 4, 2014 Stoughton Area Senior Center

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Senior Center: Ongoing Programs

Please see the Activity Calendar on page 14 for exact dates and times of the following programs. You may call the Senior Center Receptionist at (608) 873-8585 for further information.

Chair Exercise, $2/class Mon. Wed. Fri. 8:00 AM Chair Massage, Tuesdays $10/15-mins This month: Tues. Mar. 4 & 18 Call to schedule appointment.

Line Dancing Every other Tues. 2:30 PM Check Calendar

UW Nutrition Education, Free Topic: Fats

2nd Thursday, 11:30 AM Ping Pong, Free Doubles: Wednesday. 3:00 PM

Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM

Tai Chi -Beginners $5/class or $27 for 6 classes Mon.10:30 AM Tai Chi Mon. & Th. 9:00 AM $5/class

Tai Chi –Advanced $10/class Mon. & Thurs. 1:00 PM Wii Bowling or League Free Main Floor- Call for times or info Gentle Yoga for Over 50 OFF SITE Suggested donation $3-$10 Tue. & Fri. 9:00AM, at the

Covenant Lutheran Church Zumba Fridays 9:15 to 10AM $3

New participants welcome!!

Computer/Tech Help Tues. & Thurs., 9:00 - 11:30 AM or by appointment, morning or after-noon. Come with your computer or tech questions. We have 4 computers, 3 iPads & WiFi.

Handiwork, Free Mon., 1:00 - 3:30 PM Bring your current project & join the conversation.

Norwegian Language Class Wed., 9:00 - 11:00 AM No registration needed. $10 New students welcome!

Painting Group, Sept-May Thur., 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Free at Vennevoll Clubhouse Rosemaling Group, Free Wed., 9:15AM Norwegian Paint

Wood Carving, Thru MATC Thur., 8:00 - 12:00 PM Wood Shop, Free Mornings Must take a safety course to use the shop. Creative Writing Class, Free Last Tues. of month at 1:00 PM

Bridge, Free Mon. & Thurs. 9:30 AM Bunco, 1st Tuesday $1.00 Chess, Free Fri. 10:00 AM Community Bingo, $1 3rd Wed. 1:00 PM Sponsor: McFarland State Bank Cribbage Free Every Monday 1:00 PM Euchre 4th Saturday 7:30 PM March 22 Over the Hill Bingo 4th Tues. 1:00 PM Bring a “White Elephant” Prize for the games

Pool Table, Free Daily Sheepshead, Thurs. 1:30 PM to 4:15 PM Lessons available when called in advance.

Ping Pong, Free Monday 3:00 PM Doubles: Wed. 3:00

Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM

Fitness & Wellness

Classes & Skill Development

Social & Recreation

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March Highlights

BUNCO Tues. March 4 1:00 PM $1.00

New players welcome! Join the fun!

Over the Hill Bingo Tues. March 25 at 1:00 PM

Bring a “White Elephant” gift to play.

Lunch Bunch Group Friday, March 14 at 11:00 AM

Culvers in Stoughton Bring a friend or come alone and meet new

friends. Call center to register.

Free Movie Fridays Friday March 7th 1:00 PM

Anchorman PG-13

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Join us again on

Monday, March 17th for

our annual St. Patrick’s

Day Corned Beef meal.

We will have lively Irish musical

entertainment with “Casey and Greg”

during lunch. Casey Day & Greg

Matysik are well know acoustic

musicians from the Madison Area.

Please call 873-8585 to make your

lunch reservation. Eirinn go Brach!

Helen Keller – “A Life Nearly Lost” Wednesday March 5th 1:00 PM Come celebrate Women’s History Month with one of our favorite entertainers, Jessica Michna, as she performs an enactment of Helen Keller, a Life Nearly Lost. In the late nineteenth century, a little girl struggled out of the depths of fear. At the age of two, Helen experienced a life threatening illness. She was plunged into a dark, silent world. Anne Sullivan, a determined young teacher, would find the key to unlock Helen’s prison. Through Anne’s diligence and perseverance, Helen would become a world renowned speaker and advocate for people with disabilities.

Gardening Presentation Wednesday, March 12th 1:00 PM Our dreams of warmer days

and Spring will come true.

Join us to start planning for the

growing season with a gardening presentation

from Nancy of the Stoughton Garden Center.

4 Week Poetry Class Tuesdays at 10:00 AM Join other poetry enthusiasts to learn more about poetry and putting to pen your thoughts. Cost $40. Call Teressa to register.

Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities

March 2014

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

3 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Grief Series 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

4 9:00 Computer/Tech 10:00 Poetry Group 11:00 COA Meeting Noon Chair Massage 1:00 Bunco 1:00 Sr. Summer School Pg. 11 2:00 AA Meeting

5 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling Grp 1:00 Helen Keller Presentation Pg. 13 3:00 Ping Pong

6 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Train 1:30 Sheepshead

7 Veteran’s Assist. 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 PD Exercise 1:00 Movie pg. 13

10 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 10 Grief Series 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

11 Tour to Historical Museum Pg. 11 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 MS Support 10:00 Poetry Group 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing 5:00PM Caregiver Tools Pg.11

12 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling Grp 3:00 Ping Pong

13 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 11:30 UW Food Prog 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Train 1:30 Sheepshead 4:30 Caregiver Grp.

14 Veteran’s Assist. Shop Hilldale 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 9:30 Coffee/Mayor 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:00 Lunch Bunch 1:00 PD Exercise

17 Foot Care in PM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:30 Beg Tai Chi Noon Lunch & Music 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

18 Foot Care in AM 9:00 Computer/Tech 10:00 Poetry Group Noon Chair Massage 2:00 AA Meeting 3:00 Grief Support 5:00 Powerful Tools for Caregivers Pg.11

19 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling Grp 11:15 March for Meals Presentation 1:00 Bingo 3:00 Ping Pong

20 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 10 Meet Coaches Noon Lunch&Learn 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Train 1:00 Low Vision Grp 1:30 Sheepshead

21 Veteran’s Assist 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 PD Exercise

24 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

25 9:00 Computer/Tech 10:00 Poetry Group 1:00 Writing Group 1:00 Over the Hill Bingo 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing 5:00 Caregiver Tools

26 Energy Services 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling Grp 1:30 Parkinson Grp. And Speaker Pg.7 3:00 Ping Pong

27 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 10-1Blood Press. Ck 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Train 1:30 Sheepshead

28 Shop South Town Veteran’s Assist 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 PD Exercise

31 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

Saturday Evening

Cards-Euchre March 22

Center Open by Volunteers

Saturday Mornings 9-11 AM

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Stoughton Area Senior Center

March 2014

Menu

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

3 Goulash Casserole Mixed Veggies Peach Multi Gr Bread Margarine Jell-O

4 Jambalaya(mild) Casserole Corn Bread Grenn Beans Waldorf Salad Pecan Pie

5 Potato Crunch Breaded Fish Tartar Sauce Red Potatoes Peas & Onions Banana Cake

6 Sliced Turkey Ham Augratin Potatoes Broccoli Flowerets Applesauce Wh Wh Roll/Marg

7 Cheese Tortellini in Marinara Sauce Veggie Blend Mandarin Oranges Bread Stick Brownies

10 Beef Stew Biscuit/Marg. Fruit Cocktail Cookie

11 Broccoli Cheese Soup/Crackers Chicken Salad on Wh Wh Bread Pear Slices Ice Cream Cup

12 Salisbury Steak/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Squash Apricots in Jell-O Multi Gr Bread Margarine

13 Spaghetti & Meatballs Parmesan Ch. Pkt. Carrot Coins Pineapple Wh Wh Bread/Marg.

14 Breaded Fish on Bun Cheese Slice Tartar Sauce Pkt. Peas Banana Cookie

17 Corn Beef Boiled Potatoes Cabbage/Carrots Cinnamon Sliced Apples Rye Bread/Marg. Shamrock Cookie

18 Swiss Burger on Bun Onion Slice Ketchup/Mustard Mixed Veggies Peach Slices Lemon Bar

19 Roast Beef & Gravy Mashed Potatoes Peas & Onions Cranberry Juice Wh Wh Bread/Marg. Cookie

20 Lunch & Learn See Pg. 7

Meat Balls in Gravy Egg Noodles Broccoli Flowerets Apple Juice Wh Wh Bread/ Marg. Ice Cream Cup

21 Mac & Cheese Green Beans Applesauce Multi Gr Bread Marg. Chocolate Cake

24 Cr of Potato Soup & Crackers Turkey Ham & Swiss Cheese on Rye Mayo Pkt. Pineapple Cookie

25 Meatloaf Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Spinach Banana Multi Gr Bread Margarine

26 Swiss Steak Rice Carrots Fruit Cup Wh Wh Bread/ Marg. Brownies

27 Baked Chicken Yams Green Beans Pear Wh Wh Bread/Marg.

28 Baked Fish Tartar sauce Rice Pilaf/Butter California Mix Peaches Roll/Marg. Cookie

31 Chili Mac w/ Corn Fruit Cocktail Corn Bread Margarine Jell-O

For all lunch reservations please call by noon the business day before. 873-8585

Various salads available on Thursdays at the Center. Call for salad information at 873-8585

All meals provided by:

DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FOOD SERVICES

Yahara Senior News is published once a month by the Stoughton Area Senior Center.

The Stoughton Area Senior Center, a non-profit agency, coordinates, develops, supports and monitors programs and services for persons over 55 years of age. This newsletter is published for the purpose of educating the older adults and their families. The service area is the City of Stoughton and the Towns of Albion, Dunkirk, Dunn, Pleasant Springs and Rutland.

If you wish to have this newsletter mailed to you, the cost is $8.00 per year. Call 873-8585.

Yahara Senior News 248 West Main Street Stoughton, WI 53589 608-873-8585 Fax # 608-873-8162 www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior/

Senior Center Staff Cindy McGlynn—Director Hollee Camacho—Assistant Director (M-Th) Jean Truss—Case Manager Kelly Janda—Case Manager JoAnn Seymour—Case Manager (M-W) Lisa Hanson—Nutrition Coordinator Kristin Ott—Receptionist (M-TH ) Teressa Pellett—Volunteer/Program Coordinator (Hours Vary)

Township Case Managers Albion & Dunkirk Cell Number 608-335-6677 Becky Kelly—M & TH at Stoughton Senior Center Pleasant Springs & Rutland ......................... 838-7117 Sara Sprang, McFarland Outreach/Senior Center Dunn & Christiana .......................................... 838-7117 Lori Andersen, McFarland Outreach/Senior Center Appointments made for home visits, or at Stoughton and McFarland Outreach offices.

Commission On Aging All Meetings Are Open To Public

David Bacon—Town of Pl. Springs ..................... 877-9777 Open—City of Stoughton ..................................................... Kay Davis—City of Stoughton ........................... 873-4886 Carol Heidenway—Town of Dunn .................. 835-5472 Ralph Baumbach—City of Stoughton……………..873-6235 Don Mix—City of Stoughton ............................. 873-3637 Mary Onsager—School District Rep ................ 873-3999 Jeanne Schwass-Long—Town of Dunkirk ........ 873-9227 David Sharpe—City of Stoughton ..................... 877-8724 Charlotte Snow—City of Stoughton ................. 205-1281 Betty Thompson—Town of Rutland ................ 835-5145 Ross Urven—City Council Rep ......................... 873-6677 Ron Jensen—Town of Albion………………….…………..228-5963