October 2011 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.

248 W. MAIN ST • STOUGHTON WISCONSIN 53589 • 608-873-8585 • www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior

October 2011,Vol.28 No.9

In This Month’s Issue…

Services 2

Case Manager Info 3-4

Nutrition 5

Community News 6

Support Groups 7

Commission On Aging 11

Community News/Info 11

Ongoing Events/Classes 12

Monthly Events 13

Activity Calendar 14

Menu Calendar 15

This class will be offered at the Stoughton AreaSenior CenterOctober 25, 2011See page 6for more information

Flu Shot Clinic and Health ScreeningsFriday October 7, 20118:30 am to 11:30 amStoughton Area Senior Center

Bring identification andyour Medicare Card if you have one. Questions call 873-8585

Reduce Your Fall Risk withStepping On Class

Afraid of falling? Reduce your falls risk by registeringfor “Stepping On,” an evidence based7-week, 2-hour/class series for older adultson Fridays starting October 7 and runsthrough November 18,9:00-11:00am at the Stoughton EMSTraining Room at 516 S. 4th St.In a 2004 study, seniors who completed “Stepping On” experienceda 31% reduction in falls. Led by trained medical professionals, youwill examine medications, home safety, balance, vision and more.Learn simple and fun balance and strength training exercises.The program builds confidence, reduces falls, and prevents hospitalstays. Total cost is $35.00/person for instruction, materials, snacks.Call 873-8585 to register; space is limited.

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Case ManagementStoughton, Towns of Albion & DunkirkThe Case Management program links olderadults with services available to help themremain as independent as possible in theirhomes and community. Our Senior Center’s casemanagers are devoted to coordinating,evaluating and advocating for such services tomeet each individual’s needs and preferences.Call 873-8585 to schedule an appointment.If you live in Dunn, Pleasant Springs or Rutlandcase management services are provided by theMcFarland Senior Outreach, (608) 838-7117.

Transportation: GeneralStoughton City Cab/Lift Equipped Van

Contact: 873-7233RSVP Driver Program

Donation-based transportation for medicalappointments; 48 hour notice recommended.Contact: Richard Hoffman 873-6112 betweenthe hours of 9AM and 4PM

Meal Site & ShoppingTransit Solutions Inc./Lift Equipped VanCall 873-8585 to make a reservation:• Stoughton Area Senior Center Meal Site

Ride to noon lunch, Monday - FridayCost $.50 each way

• Tuesday thru Friday Grocery ShoppingRide to Pick & Save/Walmart in StoughtonTime: 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM; Cost: $1.00/way

• Mall Shopping, 2nd & 4th Fridays $1.50/wayTrips 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 ClosetEquipment such as wheelchairs, commodes,walkers and other items may be checked out ona short-term basis to those residing in our casemanagement service area (Stoughton, Town ofAlbion and Town of Dunkirk). Call or stop in fordetails. Monetary donations accepted.

Nutrition ProgramsMeals are served at the Center or delivered tohomebound individuals every weekday. Pleasesee page 5 for details on the nutrition meal siteand home delivered meals service.

Veterans AssistanceA representative is available on Fridays at theStoughton Area Senior Center . Please call(608) 266-4158 to schedule an appointment.

Financial Education CounselorIndividual appointments available Thursdays foranyone who has questions about basic moneymanagement issues. Free. Call Sue Taylor toschedule an appointment (608) 283-1259.

Blood Pressure ReadingsNo appointments needed2nd Monday of the month, 10:00 -11:00 AMLast Thursday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM&1/2 hour before Bingo days

Foot Care ClinicOffered third full week of the monthMonday, 12:30 - 3:30 PMTuesday, 8:30 AM -11:30 AMCall 873-8585 for an appointment. Cost $15.For Diabetic Foot Care Appointments:Call the Oregon Area Senior Center 835-5801.

Services: Stoughton Area Senior Center

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

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

Food Pantry • Medical • Housing • FinancialMental Health • Home Health • Respite

Fitness/Wellness • Care Facilities

For further assistance, please call theSenior Center (608) 873-8585.

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News: Case Management Services

A Reminder About MedicareCoverage of Flu Vaccines

Medicare Part B covers 100 percent of the costof a flu shot once every flu season with no PartB deductible required. This is true for bothOriginal Medicare and Medicare Advantageplans (private health plans).

Original Medicare will pay for the flu shot nomatter where you get it, as long as the healthcare provider is enrolled in Medicare. You willpay no copay or deductible if you see a doctoror other health care provider who takes assign-ment. Providers who take assignment cannotcharge you more than the Medicare approvedamount. If you receive your Medicare benefitsfrom a private plan, the plan cannot requirethat you get a referral for the vaccine, but itcan require that you use providers in the plan'snetwork. You should call your plan to find outwhat rules apply.

The flu season usually runs from Novemberthrough April. Therefore, Medicare may covera flu shot twice in one calendar year. Forexample, if you get a shot in January 2011 forthe 2010/2011 flu season, you could getanother shot in October 2011 for the2011/2012 flu season.

What is Influenza (the flu)?Influenza (flu) is a serious disease of the nose,throat, and lungs. It can make you sick for aweek or longer with coughing, fever, aching,and more. It can lead to pneumonia and makealready existing health problems such asdiabetes, asthma, and heart disease worse.

Why Should I Get a Flu Shot?Each year in the US about 36,000 people die

from flu-related causes. Getting a flu shot is

the BEST way to protect yourself from the flu.

Who Should Get a Flu Shot?

Everyone who is 6 months or older can benefit

from the protection of a flu shot.

How Does the Flu Shot Work?

The flu shot helps your body fight viruses that

cause the flu. It does this by teaching your

immune system to recognize flu viruses, so

that it is “primed” or ready, to fight the disease

if you are exposed to it.

How Well Does the Flu Shot Work?

Most of the time, the flu shot will prevent the

flu. In scientific studies, the effectiveness of

the flu shot has ranged from 70% to 90% in

healthy people younger than age 65 when

there is a good match between circulating

viruses and those in the vaccine. The vaccine

may be less effective in older people or people

with weakend immune systems. However,

these people still benefit from getting the

vaccine because it helps prevents severe ill-

ness, hospitalization and death from the flu.

What Are the Side Effects of the Flu Shot?

The most common side effects are soreness or

redness where the shot was given. These

symptoms go away in a few days. Other side

effects such as fever or aches are extremely

rare. In clinical trials, fever or aches are

extremely rare. In clinical trials, there was no

difference in side effects between people who

got the vaccine and people who got a placebo

(“sugar pill”). The risk of severe allergic

reaction is less than 1 in 4 million.

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Can the Flu Shot Give Me the Flu?No. The ingredients in the vaccine cannotcause the flu. The flu viruses in the vaccine arekilled.

When Should I Get a Flu Shot?October and November are the best months toget vaccinated, but December is not too late inmost years.

Can This Shot Help Protect Me AgainstColds and Other Respiratory Diseases?No. This vaccine protects only against the fluviruses contained in the vaccine.

What is the Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine?The nasal spray vaccine is sprayed into a per-son’s nose, instead of being given a shot. It isapproved for use in healthy people 5 through49 years old who are not pregnant. It is a safeand effective vaccine.

For more information, ask your health careprovider or call 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636) Website www.cdc.gov/flu Thisinformation was taken from a handout of theCDC.

Pneumonia Shots

Another preventive measurethat you may want to discuss

with your doctor would be to help protect youagainst Pneumonia. The common cold canlead to pneumonia and there is no vaccinationagainst a cold, so a preventative pneumoniavaccination can help keep a miserable cold,to just being a cold.

Medicare Part D Information

Enrollment Period: Note New Date: October15 to December 7 each year and coveragebegins Jan. 1 . You can also switch plans eachyear during this time.Initial: 7 month period that begins 3 monthsbefore the month you turn 65 years old.Coverage: Private provider coverage ofprescriptions drugs. Formularies (covereddrugs lists) differ by plan.Premium:Between $34.90 and $109.10 (2011)Deductible: Between $0 and $310 ; averageis $150 (2011)Additional Costs: Co-pays for prescriptiondrugs differ by plan.Provider Restrictions: In-networkpharmacies, except in emergencies.Late Enrollment Penalties: Add to currentpremium 1% of base beneficiary premium($32.34 for 2011) for every month you couldhave had Part D but did not (unless you hadother creditable coverage).Eligibility: Must have Medicare Part A and B

Call a Stoughton Senior Center CaseManager for more information.

News: Case Management Services

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Lisa’s Kitchen CornerCranberriesCranberries score among the highest of all fruitsin antioxidants. Diets including fruits andvegetables with high antioxidant values, like cran-berries, may help support memory function andcoordination. Cranberries are a cholesterol free,fat free and low sodium food, and help maintain ahealthy heart.Cranberries are part of a healthy diet and containproanthocyandins and antioxidants that may helpmaintain a healthy immune system.The cranberry is a little, red tart fruit with a bigpunch. Wisconsin produces more of thispower-packed berry than any other state in theU.S. In fact, the cranberry is Wisconsin’s officialstate fruit. It is also the state’s number one fruitcrop, both in acres planted and in the industry’svaluable contribution to the state’s economy.The cranberry, once called “crane berry” bysettlers because of its blossom’s resemblance tothe sandhill crane, is best known for its place onthe Thanksgiving table. But, the fruit has becomea year-round favorite, and is making its way intoeverything from summer salads and jams, to trailmix and cookies.Cranberries were first harvested in Wisconsinaround 1860 by Edward Sacket in Berlin, Wis.Wisconsin cranberry growers annually harvestenough cranberries to supply every man, womanand child in the world with 26 cranberries.

Cranberries grow on low-trailing vines in sandy orpeat marshes, but in Wisconsin, cranberrymarshes are flooded with water to aid in harvest-ing. Because the tart tiny berries contain a pocketof air, when the marsh is flooded the berries floatto the surface to be picked up by harvestingequipment.

Cranberry Pie Parfait2 cups crushed graham crackers2 cups cranberry sauce2 cups vanilla, pumpkin, orbutterscotch pudding½ cup whipping cream¼ cup sugar1 teaspoon vanilla1 teaspoon cinnamon

1) Prepare the cinnamon whipped cream:combine whipping cream, sugar, vanilla, andcinnamon in a large bowl. Whip until thick andfluffy, about 4 minutes. Set aside.2) Set out 4 tall parfait glasses. Fill each withalternative layers of ¼ cup graham crackers,cranberry sauce, and pudding. Repeat until allingredients are used. Top each glass withcinnamon whipped cream. Serve immediately orchilled.

To the participants who enjoy our meals onwheels and congregate lunches:Please be reminded that. Cancellations andreservations should be made by 1:00 theprevious working day.Any cancellations made on the day of,are still subject to payment to the county.

NUTRITION PROGRAMSAll meals are provided by Dane CountyConsolidated Food Services. They are packaged,delivered and served by Senior Centervolunteers. If you have special dietary needs,please call and talk with Lisa regarding your mealoptions.

Nutrition Site: The Senior Center serveslunch every weekday at 12:00 PM. Menu Pg.15

Home Delivered Meals: Meal delivery isavailable to homebound older adults in theStoughton Area School District every weekday.

Cost of Meals 2011: Individuals 60 years orolder pay by donation. The suggested donationis $3.00/meal. Individuals under the age of 60must pay the total cost of the meal.Meal Site: $6.10 Delivered Meal: $6.35.

Community News

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Yes ...You Can Join Us!If you are 55 and older , feel free to join usanytime! There are no membership fees. You donot have to live in the city of Stoughton toparticipate in the activities or programs at theStoughton Area Senior Center. There areresidency requirements for certain services suchas case management services, loan closet items,transportation and meals on wheels.For additional information, please contact us.

Driving Safely is a Life or Death Issue!You can improve your driving.We have a program for you!

Sign-up now for the highly acclaimed

Stoughton Area Senior Center248 West Main Street

Tuesday, October 25th, 2011, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.(Time added for registration and lunch.Participants should bring a light lunch)

In this four hour course you will learn:

To manage dangerous blind spots

Proper following distance behind another car

Safe ways to change lanes and make turns atbusy intersections

Proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lockbrakes

How to manage the effects of aging on driving

How to eliminate distractions while driving

Effects of medications on driving

Call: 873-8585 Registration requiredCost $12 for AARP, $14 for non-members

You may earn an insurance discount, check withyour insurance carrier. We do not test for WI DMV.

Senior ExpoAn event focused on those 55 and above!Wednesday, October 12, 20119:00 am – 2:45 pm

Stoughton Wellness & Athletic Center2300 US Hwy 51-138, Stoughton WIEvent includes vendor exhibits, entertainment,lunch and bingo. Stop by and say hi to the staff atthe Senior Center’s booth! Admission is FREE.

Stoughton AreaMedication Disposal &Sharps Collection EventSaturday October 29th 20119:00 am- NoonDrive Through Service at theStoughton Fire Department.For more information call 608-873-6677.

Volunteers Needed ….Pumpkin Patch Preschool islooking for a volunteer, or two, toassist teachers, read to children,play games, and do puzzles.We would like to provide our

students with a positive connection to theircommunity through senior citizen volunteers. Weknow that our seniors have a lot of experience toshare and may enjoy working with young childrenages 3 to 5. If you are interested, please contactLisa Jackson at Pumpkin Patch Preschool,873-3380

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Area Support GroupsCaregiver Group2nd Thursday, 2:00-3:30 PMStoughton Area Senior CenterStoughton RoomContact: 873-8585

Diabetic Support Group1st Thursday, 1:00 PMOregon Area Senior Center219 Park StreetContact: Sue Riehle 835-5801

Grandparents RaisingTheir Relative’sChildren2nd Sat., 10:00 AM -12:00 PMThe Rainbow Project Office831 E. Washington Ave.,MadisonChild care & transportationavailable to those in need.Contact: Rose Roh, 249-2209

Ethel Dunn, 238-8751

Hope Chest BreastCancer Support3rd Monday, 6:00 - 7:30 PMStoughton Hospital, Board Rm.900 Ridge StreetContact: 877-3476

Low Vision Support3rd Thursday, 1:00 - 2:30 PMStoughton Area Senior CenterStoughton RoomContact: 873-8585

Parkinson Group4th Wednesday,1:30 - 3:00 PMStoughton Area Senior CenterStoughton Room.Contact: 873-8585

Multiple SclerosisSupport2nd Tuesday, 10:00 - 11:30 AMStoughton Area Senior CenterMandt RoomContact: 873-8585

Older Adult AlcoholicsAnonymousEvery Tuesday, 2:00 PMStoughton Area Senior CenterStoughton Room, 2nd FloorIn order to maintainconfidentiality individuals mayenter/exit from building’s backNW corner door.Contact: Earl German

246-7606 ext. 1182

Grief Support GroupsContact Hospice Carewww.hospicecareinc.comMadison Office: 276-4660Janesville Office: 755-1871

Alzheimer’s & DementiaAlliance of WisconsinInformation, education,advocacy and support servicesincluding a 24/7 Helpline.232-3400 or(888) 308-6251 [email protected]

ConfidentCare GivingWorkshopSeriesOctober4th and 11th

See page 10for completeinformation

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Adult Day Centers

Stoughton now has twoadult day centers that arestate licensed. This is awonderful opportunity forcaregivers to get neededrespite while their lovedones spend time in ahealthy, fun and safeenvironment. Call them formore information or a tour:

Inspired Adult Day Center120 Chalet Dr608-873-7300

Senior InteractionProgram (SIP) located atthe MARC Center at932 N. Page St.608-873-5217

Confident Care Giving Workshop SeriesOctober 4th and 11thLocation: Stoughton Area Senior CenterCost: $5 per classJoin these professionals to gain skills to be more effective and confident in your communication withthe health care team. Learn about strategies to make your care giving role easier. Learn what you cando to reduce the chance of medical errors and connect with other caregivers.To Register: 873-8585.Tuesday October 4thTalking Turkey with the Doctor- How to communicate effectively with doctors, nurses, and otherclinicians providing care to your loved one5:30-7:00 pmPresenters: Sue Gaard, RN, MS

Tim Bartholow, MDTuesday October 11thThe Straight Dope on Medications- From the doctor’s office to the pharmacy and home5:30-7:00 pmPresenter: Alan Lukazewski, RPh, CDE, FASCP

Confident Care Giving is being offered by Supporting Active Independent Lives (SAIL), a non-profitorganization providing services to older adults in Dane County. The series was created incollaboration Sue Gaard and is funded by A Fund For Women.

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News: COA & CommunityCommission on Aging

Meeting Highlights for August 2, 2011

No meeting was held in September 2011

Full meeting minutes at:http://stoughtoncitydocs.com/commission-on-

aging/Next meeting- 10:00 a.m. October 4th, 2011

Senior Center, Stoughton Room

Home EnergyAssistanceYou will need to schedule anappointment with EnergyServices, Inc. at (608) 267-8601.They will hold office hours at the

Stoughton Area Senior Center on the followingWednesdays: Oct. 19, Nov. 16, Dec. 7, Jan. 11,Feb. 1, Mar. 14 & 28.

A Big Thank You…….. to Tom Chosefor making the Coney Sauce and BBQfor the Senior Center. The next timehe will be making these items for salewill be in December.

ForeclosureAssistanceInformationAvailable For FreeOnline FromConsumer Actionby Attorney Julie A Short, Director of the ElderLaw Center (This article is being used with herpermission)

Consumer Action has a new resource to helphomeowners at all stages for the foreclosureprocess.

Housing Help: Consumer Action’s ForeclosurePrevention guide lists the variety of governmentand private programs and websites wherehomeowners can learn if they are eligible forhelp in saving their homes from foreclosure. Theresource guide, which can be downloaded fromConsumer Action’s website, describes eachprogram’s features, explains who is eligible forassistance, and lists contact information for theprograms.

Consumers and community groups can visithttp://www.consumer-action .org/english /articles/consumer_action_housing_help/ toaccess the free guide.

2011 RSVP’s 39th AnnualVolunteer Recognition

Friday October 28th, 201111:00 AM to 1:15 PM

Edgewood High SchoolCommons 2219 Monroe St

Madison, WI

Registration forms available atthe Stoughton Senior Center

for all RSVP Volunteers

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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/classMon. Wed. Fri. 8:00 AM

Chair Massage, $7/15-mins.This month: Oct. 5 & 19Call to schedule appointment.

Line DancingEvery other Tues. 2:30 PM

UW Nutrition Education, FreeTopic: Squash3rd Thursday, 11:30 AM

Ping Pong, FreeDoubles: Wednesday. 3:00 PMSingles: Friday. 10:30 AM

Tai Chi -Beginners, $5/classMon. & Thur. 9:00 AM

Tai Chi –Advanced, $5/classMon. & Thurs. 1:00 PM

Wii Bowling, FreeThursday. 12:45– 2PM

Yoga for Over 50Suggested donation$2-$10 Tue. & Fri. 9:00AM,Covenant

Lutheran Church andWed. 9:00 AM Fire Dept.training room

Computer Assistance/LessonsTues., 9:00 - 11:30 AM or byAppt. No registration needed.Free. Stop in with yourcomputer questions.

Handiwork, FreeMon., 1:00 - 3:30 PMBring your current needleworkproject & join the conversation.

Norwegian Language ClassWed., 9:00 - 11:00 AMNo registration needed. $10

Painting Group, Sept-MayThur., 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMFree at Vennevoll Clubhouse

Rosemaling Group, FreeWed., 9:15 AMNorwegian painting

Wood Carving,Thur., 8:00 - 12:00 PM

Wood Shop, FreeVaried hours. Must take asafety course to use shop.

Bridge, FreeMon. & Thurs. 9:30 AM

Chess, FreeFri. 10:00 AM

Community Bingo, $13rd Wed. 1:00 PMSponsor:

Cribbage, Mon.9:30 AM

Euchre, FreeEvery Monday 1:30 PM4th Saturday 7:30 PM

Over the Hill Bingo4th Tues. 1:15 PMBring a $1 prize.

Pool, FreeDaily, during Center hours

Scrabble, Free1st Wednesday, 1:00 PM

Sheepshead,Thurs. 1:30 PM to 4:15 PMLessons available whencalled in advance.

Ping Pong, FreeDoubles: Wed. 3:00 PMSingles: Friday. 10:30 AM

Fitness & Wellness

Classes & Skill Development

Social &Recreation

AARP Driver Safety ClassTuesday October 25thSee page 6 for details

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October Highlights

FRIENDSHIP FUND FORACTIVITIES AT THE CENTER

If you are in need of financial assistance toparticipate in the activities at the

Senior Center, there is a fundavailable to help you.

For more information please contactCindy McGlynn/Director, 873-8585.

Movie DayWater For ElephantsFriday, October 7, 1:00 PMFree MovieTreat: $1.00

A veterinary student abandons hisstudies after his parents are killedand joins a traveling circus as their vet. StarringReese Witherspoon and Robert Pattinson.Rated Pg-13.

Norwegian Language Class islooking for more members. The classmeets on Wed. mornings from9:00AM to 11:00AM.Cost is $10 per class, paiddirectly to the teacher.Komm til vår klasse.

Lunch Bunch GroupFriday, October 14at 11:30 AM at Ray’s In Edgerton.Bring a friend or come alone and meet newfriends. If attending or have questions,please call 873-8585.

ChristmasFloral Class

Are you interested in taking a3 session floral design class atthe Senior Center? Cost wouldbe $15.00 for the class andflowers. The class will bemeeting Tuesday afternoon at 1:00 pm. Nov. 1, 8and 15. There would be a few props that thestudent would need to supply. If you areinterested in this fun class or have questions,call Kate at 608-209-3703.

COME PLAY BUNCOJoin Ruby and Mary onTuesday October 4, 2011at 1:00 PM

$1.00 DonationIf you don’t know the game,we can teach you.A very fun and easy game toplay. Bunco!!

Stoughton Area Senior CenterActivities

OCTOBER2011

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

38:00 Chair Stretch9:00 Beg. Tai Chi9:30 Bridge9:30 Cribbage1:00 Adv. Tai Chi1:00 Handiwork1:30 Euchre

49-12 Woodshop9:00 Computer Help9:00 Yoga*10:00 COA Meeting1:00 Bunco2:00 AA Meeting2:30 Line DancingLibrary Books In

58:00 Chair Stretch9:15 Rosemaling9:00 NorwegianClass9:00 Yoga*1:00 Scrabble1:30 Chair Massage3:00 Ping Pong

68:00 Woodcarving9:00 Beg. Tai Chi9:00 Woodshop9:30 Bridge1:00 Adv. Tai Chi12:45 Wii Bowling1:30 Sheepshead

7 Veteran’s Assist.Popcorn in AM8:00 Chair Stretch9:00 Yoga*10:00 Chess10:30 Ping Pong1:00 MovieWater For Elephants

108:00 Chair Stretch9:00 Beg. Tai Chi9:30 Bridge9:30 Cribbage10:00 Blood PressureReadings1:00 Adv. Tai Chi1:00 Handiwork1:30 Euchre

119-12 Woodshop9:00 Yoga*9:00 Computer Help10:00 MS SupportGroup2:00 AA Meeting

128:00 Chair Stretch9:15 Rosemaling9:00 NorwegianClass9:00 Yoga*3:00 Ping Pong

138:00 Woodcarving9:00 Beg. Tai Chi9:00 Woodshop9:30 Bridge12:45 Wii Bowling1:00 Adv. Tai Chi1:30 Sheepshead2:00 CaregiverSupport Group

14Veteran’s AssistanceShop at East Town8:00 Chair Stretch9:00 Yoga*9:30 Coffee/Mayor10:00 Chess10:30 Ping Pong11:30 Lunch BunchRays in Edgerton

178:00 Chair Stretch9:00 Beg. Tai Chi9:30 Bridge9:30 CribbageFoot Care in PM1:00 Adv. Tai Chi1:00 Handiwork1:30 Euchre

18Foot Care in AM9-12 Woodshop9:00 Yoga*9:00 Computer Help2:00 AA Meeting2:30 Line Dancing

19Energy Assistance8:00 Chair Stretch9:15 Rosemaling9:00 Norwegian9:00 Yoga*1:00 Bingo1:30 Chair Massage3:00 Ping Pong

208:00 Woodcarving9:00 Beg. Tai Chi9:00 Woodshop9:30 Bridge12:45 Wii Bowling1:00 Adv. Tai Chi1:00 Low Vision Grp.1:30 Sheepshead

21Veteran’s Assist.

Popcorn in AM8:00 Chair Stretch9:00 Yoga*10:00 Chess10:30 Ping Pong

248:00 Chair Stretch9:00 Beg. Tai Chi9:30 Bridge9:30 Cribbage1:00 Adv. Tai Chi1:00 Handiwork1:30 Euchre

25AARP Driver Class9-12 Woodshop9:00 Yoga*9:00 Computer Help1:15 Over the HillBingo2:00 AA Meeting

268:00 Chair Stretch9:15 Rosemaling9:00 NorwegianClass9:00 Yoga*1:30 ParkinsonSupport Group3:00 Ping Pong

278:00 Woodcarving9:00 Beg. Tai Chi9:00 Woodshop9:30 Bridge10-1Blood Pressure12:45 Wii Bowling1:00 Adv. Tai Chi1:30 Sheepshead

28Veteran’s Assist.Popcorn in AMShop at Hilldale8:00 Chair Stretch9:00 Yoga*10:00 Chess10:30 Ping Pong

318:00 Chair Stretch9:00 Beg. Tai Chi9:30 Bridge9:30 Cribbage1:00 Adv. Tai Chi1:00 Handiwork1:30 Euchre

Saturday

Mornings

Center Opened

by Volunteers

9-11:30 am

Saturday

Evening

Cards

Euchre

Oct. 22

7:30pm

* = Off Site Class

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Stoughton Area Senior CenterMenu

OCTOBER2011

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

3Hamburger/BunKetchup/MustardGerman Potato SaladCornBananaCookie

4Salisbury Steak/GravyMashed PotatoesBeetsPineappleW/W BreadMargarine

5Cranberry GlazedChickenRoasted PotatoesVeggie MedleyApple JuicePumpkin Bar

6Sliced Turkey HamScalloped PotatoesSquashChunky ApplesauceRye Bread/Marg.Dessert

7Spaghetti and MeatSauceGreen BeansPear SlicesGarlic BreadParmesan Cheese

10Stuffed GreenPepper SoupCrackersTuna Salad onCroissantApricotsCookie

11Cordon BlueLasagna& Bread StixCalifornia BlendVeggiesMandarin OrangesJell-O Cake

12Goulash CasseroleMixed VeggiesJell-O & PeachMulti Grain BreadMarg.Cookie

13MeatloafBaked Potatoes &Sour CreamSpinachFruit Cocktail

14Beef Tips over EggNoodlesFrench Green BeansApplesauceW/W Bread/ Marg.Ice Cream Cup

17Chicken TetrazziniCasseroleBroccoliFresh OrangeW/W Dinner RollMargarineCake

18Mustard HerbCrusted Pork LoinRice PilafCarrotsCinnamon SlicedApplesM/G White BreadMargarine

19Tuna CasseroleCornPear HalfW/W Bread / Marg.Banana Bars w/Cream CheeseFrosting

20Roast Beef / GravyMashed SweetPotatoesMixed VegetablesMandarin OrangesMulti Grain BreadMargarinePie

21Breaded Fish &Tarter SauceAugratin PotatoesPeasBananaW/W BreadMarg.

24Spaghetti and MeatBallsParmesan CheeseGarlic BreadGreen BeansPineapple

25Beef StewYellow BeansFruit CocktailBiscuit/Marg.Cookie

26Sliced Turkey Ham& Pineapple SauceCheesy HashBrownsBeetsChunky ApplesauceW/W Roll/ Marg.

27Broccoli CheeseSoupChicken Salad onW/W BreadPear Slices

28Vegetable LasagnaCranberry JuiceBread StixBrownies

31Smoked Ribs /BBQon the sideButternut SquashCreamy ColeslawW/W Dinner RollApple Crisp

For all lunchreservationsplease call bynoon thebusiness daybefore.873-8585

Center Only:SALAD OPTIONfor Thursdays.

Order your saladmeal by noon the

Wednesdaybefore.

All meals provided by:DANE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED

FOOD SERVICES

Yahara Senior News ispublished once a month by theStoughton Area Senior Center.

The Stoughton Area Senior Center,a non-profit agency, coordinates,develops, supports and monitorsprograms and services for personsover 55 years of age. This newsletteris published for the purpose ofeducating the older adults and theirfamilies. The service area is the Cityof Stoughton and the Towns ofAlbion, Dunkirk, Dunn, PleasantSprings and Rutland.

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Yahara Senior News248 West Main StreetStoughton, WI 53589608-873-8585 Fax # 608-873-8162www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior/

Senior Center StaffCindy McGlynn—DirectorOpen—Assistant DirectorJean Truss—Case ManagerKelly Janda—Case ManagerSusan Brodd—Case Manager (M&TH)JoAnn Seymour—Case Manager (M-W)Lisa Hanson—Nutrition ManagerKristin Ott—Receptionist (M-TH)

Township Case ManagersAlbion & Dunkirk .......................................... 335-6677Susan Brodd, Stoughton Area Senior CenterPleasant Springs & Rutland .........................838-7117Sara Sprang, McFarland OutreachDunn & Christiana...........................................838-7117Lori Andersen, McFarland OutreachAppointments made for home visits, or at Stoughtonand McFarland Outreach offices.

Commission On AgingAll Meetings Are Open To Public

David Bacon—Town of Pl. Springs.....................877-9777Edna Cloutier—City of Stoughton ...................873-3809Kay Davis—City of Stoughton ...........................873-4886Carol Heidenway—Town of Dunn ..................835-5472Kelli Krcma—City of Stoughton .......................877-0070Don Mix—City of Stoughton ............................. 873-3637Mary Onsager—School District Rep ................873-3999Jeanne Schwass-Long—Town of Dunkirk ........873-9227David Sharpe—City of Stoughton.....................877-8724Charlotte Snow—City of Stoughton.................205-1281Betty Thompson—Town of Rutland................ 835-5145Open Position—City Council Rep.....................................Open Position—Town of Albion