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. M AIN ST • STOUGHTON W ISCONSIN 53589 • 608-873-8585 • www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior

September 2013,Vol.30 No. 9

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

Menu Calendar 15

Stoughton Area Senior Center

Put Life

Back in

Your Life

Information & Assistance Skill Development Health/Support Services

Nutrition Case Management Volunteer Opportunities Social & Recreation

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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 2nd Monday of the month, 10:00 -11:00 AM Last Thursday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM &1/2 hour before Bingo days

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

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.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2013

GRANDPARENTS DAY

Grandparents raising grandchildren have been

given the name Grandfamilies. Programs in

Wisconsin that provide support, resources and

assistance to grandfamilies can often be found by

contacting your local school, area agency on

aging, community center, faith-based

organization or children’s services office.

KEY PROGRAMS IN WISCONSIN

Aging & Disability Resource Center of Dane

County (ADRC)

Phone: 608-240-7400

Email: adrc@countyofdane.com

Web: www.daneadrc.org

Family Caregiver Support Program

Contact: Resource Specialist-Family Caregiver

Support Network of Interfaith Older Adult

Programs

Phone:1-866-843-9810 (toll free)

Email: wisconsincaregiver@interfaithmilw.org

Websites: www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/aging/

caregiver.htm or www.wisconsincaregiver.orf

Provides information and resources in local

Wisconsin communities by telephone and on the

web

Wisconsin Grandparents Raising

Grandchildren Support Network-Greater

Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources

(GWAAR)

Contact: Lyndsay DeKeyser, Older Americans

Act consultant

Phone:608-228-8082

Email: lyndsay.dekeyser@gwaar.org

Websites: www.gwaar.org

Grandparenting Today: www.uwex.edu/ces/flp/

grandparent/wisconsin.cfm

Statewide advocacy network. Provides

information on local services, including social,

legal, public benefits.

Area Agency on Aging of Dane County

Contacts: Lana Phelps, Caregiver Program

Coordinator, 608-261-5679, phelps.lana@

countyofdane.com

Website: www.danecountyhumanservices.org/

Aging/aaa.aspx

Offers monthly support groups and warmline for

information.

TURNING 65?

7 COMMON QUESTIONS AND

ANSWERS ABOUT MEDICARE

1-HOW DO I ENROLL IN MEDICARE? To enroll

in Medicare, most people need to contact Social

Security directly. Do this before your 65th

birthday to avoid a lapse in health coverage.

Some people-including early retirees receiving

Social Security and those with Social Security

disability or Railroad Retirement benefits-are

automatically enrolled in Medicare when they

become eligible.

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News: Case Management Services You can enroll online, at your local Social Security office, or by calling 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) 2. WHEN DO I HAVE TO ENROLL? You have a 7-month window around your 65th birthday to enroll. This is called the Initial Enrollment Period. After that, you can still enroll in Medicare, but you may have to wait for a designated special/general enrollment period to do so. Learn more about when to join. 3. WHAT IF I’M STILL WORKING AND HAVE INSURANCE? DO I NEED TO ENROLL AT AGE 65? If you are working past age 65 and have insurance from your job (or your spouse is working and you get health coverage that way), you should contact your plan and review how your coverage will change before deciding whether you need to enroll in Medicare now. National Council on Aging has a free website: My Medicare Matters . This site offers some helpful tips for what to consider if you have other health insurance besides Medicare. 4. DOES MEDICARE COVER? Medicare covers a wide range of medically necessary screenings, supplies, and procedures. Some are free, including many preventive services. The Medicare & You handbook which Medicare sends out every year to beneficiaries, provides a summary of many covered services. For more specific coverage details, Medicare.gov contains a helpful online search tool where you can find whether a test, item or service is covered. You also may speak with your doctor, or you can contact Medicare directly at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) to verify coverage based on your personal situation. 5-I’M GOING ON A CRUISE/OVERSEAS TRIP. WILL MEDICARE COVER ME IF I NEED EMERGENCY CARE WHEN I’M AWAY?

Medicare covers health care for people when they are physically located within the 50 US states, District of Columbia, and US territories. In rare cases, Medicare Part A may cover medically necessary services in a foreign country when a foreign hospital is closer than a US facility. Learn more about these exceptions. In some cases, Medicare Part B may cover medically necessary health care while on board a cruise ship within the territorial waters adjoining the US. Generally Medicare won’t pay for services you get when a ship is more than six hours away from a US port. If you have a supplemental insurance policy, you should check to see if it covers medical care abroad. Otherwise, it is recommended to purchase travel insurance before your trip, which can help to offset the costs of overseas emergency care if it’s needed. 6. HOW DO I PAY FOR MY MEDICARE? If you are receiving Social Security benefits at the time you enroll in Medicare, your Part B premium will be deducted automatically from your monthly check. If you have not begun to receive Social Security yet, you receive a quarterly bill for your premium, which you can pay several different ways.

7. HOW CAN I FIND OUT HOW MUCH I’VE PAID FOR MEDICARE SERVICES TIS YEAR? Medicare offers a free, confidential online service for people to access information about their benefits and services, including how much they’ve paid for services. See how to create an account. You also can contact Medicare directly at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) with any questions about enrollment, payments, claims, coverage issues, and more. MyMedicareMatters is a free website for more information.

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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. See menu page 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. The minimum suggested donation is $3.00/meal. Individuals under the age of 60 must pay the total cost of the meal. Meal Site: $6.15 Delivered Meal: $6.40. Please be reminded that cancellations and reservations should be made by 1:00pm the previous working day. Any cancellations made on the day of, are still subject to payment to the county.

What Is Osteoporosis? Article reprinted with permission from Nutrition.gov and NIH Senior Health A Bone Disease

Osteoporosis is a disease that thins and weakens the bones to the point that they become fragile and break easily. Women and men with osteoporosis most often break bones in the hip, spine, and wrist, but any bone can be affected. You can't "catch" osteoporosis or give it to someone else. How Bone Loss Occurs Bone is living tissue. Throughout our lives, the body breaks down old bone and replaces it with new bone. But as people age, more bone is broken down than is replaced. The inside of a bone normally looks like a honeycomb, but when a person has osteoporosis, the spaces inside this honeycomb become larger, reflecting the loss of bone density and strength. The outside of long bones -- called the cortex -- also thins, further weakening the bone. In fact, the word "osteoporosis" means "porous bone." Osteoporosis is often called "silent" because bone loss occurs without symptoms. People may not know that they have osteoporosis until a sudden strain, bump, or fall causes a bone to break. This can result in a trip to the hospital, surgery, and possibly a long-term disabling condition. Prevention and Treatment The good news is that osteoporosis can often be prevented and treated. Healthy lifestyle choices such as proper diet, exercise, and treatment medications can help prevent further bone loss and reduce the risk of fractures. Contact your physician for further information.

Recipe of the Month: Printed from Cooks.com

Cheesecake

Base: 1 ¼ c. graham cracker crumbs

¼ c. butter, melted

Filling: 2 (8oz.) pkgs. cream cheese, softened

1 can Pillsbury Ready to Spread Cream

Cheese Frosting Supreme

2 tablespoons flour

1 teaspoon vanilla

2 eggs

Topping: 1 cup sour cream

¼ cup powdered sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a small bowl, com-bine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into 9 inch pie pan or bottom of 8 inch square pan. In large bowl, blend filling ingredients; beat I minute at highest speed. Pour over crust. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool. In a small bowl, stir together topping ingredients until well blended. Spread over top of cheese cake. Chill. Store in refrigerator.

Community & Center News

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Home Energy Assistance Schedule an appointment with Energy Services, Inc. at (608) 333-0333. For all other questions call 608-267-8601. They hold office hours at the Stoughton Area Senior Center on the following Wednesdays: September 11, 18, 25 ,October 2, 23, 30, November 20, 27 and January 15, 29.

Afraid of Falling? Take a Stepping On Class…. Reduce your falls risk by registering now for “Stepping On,” an evidence based 7-week, 2-hour class series for older adults. In a recent study, seniors who completed “Stepping On” experienced a 31% reduction in falls; and in Dane County, data supports 50%. This will be held on Tuesdays, October 8 thru November 19, at 3:00 to 5:00 PM sponsored by the Stoughton Area Senior Center, 248 W. Main St. This series is led by a medically trained professional. They will 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 hospital stays. Total cost $35.00/person for instruction and materials. Call 873-7500 to register; space is limited.

Trip to the Quilt Show Friday, September 6

th.

Be part of the ultimate quilt-ing adventure in Madison. Whether a seasoned quilter, a novice, or just curious to learn more about quilting, all quilting buffs will thoroughly enjoy this opportunity to learn, laugh and draw inspiration from quilting masters who will share their ideas and expertise. Call center for trans-portation cost. Lunches & ticket for admission($9) can be purchased at the show. The ride will leave the Senior Center at 9:00 AM and return by approx. 3:00 PM. Grandparents Story and Craft Event

for all Ages September is Grandparents Month

Celebrate with the Stoughton Senior Center and

Stoughton Public Library during the afternoon

story time and craft time . This is for all ages and

grandparents on Monday, Sept. 9 at 3:30 PM at

the Stoughton Library. Call 873-8585 to register.

Welcome New Friends Open House September 17th at 6:30 pm Yes....You Can Join Us!

The Senior Center wants to Welcome New Friends!! There are no membership fees or residency requirements to participate in the programs at the Stoughton Area Senior Center. There are age and residency requirements for certain services including case management services, transportation, and meals on wheels. For additional information, please feel free to contact us at 873-8385 or come to our open house.

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Area Support Groups Caregiver Group 2nd Thursday 1:00– 2:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room

Diabetic Support Group 2nd Monday 6 p.m. in the Stoughton Hospital Board 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: Rose Roh, 249-2209 Ethel Dunn, 238-8751

Grief Support Groups Contact Agrace HospiceCare www.agracehospicecare.org Madison Office: 276-4660 Janesville Office: 755-1871

A grief support group meets at the Stoughton Senior Center, on the 3rd Tuesday at 3:00PM

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

Oct. 23, 2013 at 3:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room

Multiple Sclerosis Support 2nd Tuesday, 10:00 - 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 support@alzwisc.org

Dementia Support Group

1st Wednesday 5:30-7:30 PM Stoughton Board Room Stoughton Hospital

SEPTEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

We All Forget

Wednesday, September 11

1:00 PM

Stoughton Senior Center

Is it normal aging, or should I

be concerned? We all forget

names occasionally and

misplace keys and wallets.

What’s normal, and what’s

not normal for our brains as

we age? Learn about how

our brain works, and what to

do if you are concerned

through this free presentation

given by the Alzheimer’s and

Dementia Alliance of

Wisconsin

Parent Loss Support Group

This is a five-week series for

adults who are grieving the

death of a parent. The

sessions will be held

September 17 through

October 15 (Tuesdays), from

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at

Agrace. Contact Erin Hotlen

Young at (608) 327-7448 to

register at. The session is

open to the public and free.

Pre-registration is requested,

and all groups are held at

Agrace, 5395 E. Cheryl

Parkway, Madison,

Parkinson’s Disease Exercise Class

Instructed by Emily Devine, Stoughton Hospital DPT Designed for individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. This class is based on current research targeting specific Parkinson’s Disease movement deficits and focuses on improving function, mobility, mood, quality of life, and fall reduction in a fun atmos-phere. This six-week class will be every Friday starting Sept. 20 through Nov. 1 (no class Oct. 4) from 1:00 pm to 1:45 pm at the Stoughton Senior Center. All new par-ticipants must receive Physician’s Authorization prior to starting. There is no cost, but donations are accepted. Class size is limited. Call 873-8585 to sign up today!

We Thank You for … Making A Difference Donations: Ahn Family Charitable Trust Universal Foundation, Inc. American Legion Post 59 Anonymous– (several) Joseph & Marylis Hansen Ellie Tone Robert & Phyllis Wolf Ann Winecke Gerald & Karen Olson Ann Lawson Rae Ladd Robert Halverson

Remembrance/In Honor Donations : Evelyn Kahl Robert Halverson Jim & Jean Elvekrog Family Joyce Kidder Anna Schulz A. Delores Schmid Virginia Horn Gen & Don Miller Robert & Mary Bennett Elernor Doering Kayoko Christopherson P.Stephen & Kristin Christenson Roger & Joyce Utermark

Marjie Hanssen Mary Martin Patricia Backus A.E Skinner Jeffery & Linda

Germann Genevieve Wilberg Edward & Judith

Crump Allen & Eloise

Christensen Elmo & Margaret

Smyth

Doris Tyler Exercise

Group

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News: COA & Community

Commission on Aging

Meeting Highlights for August 6, 2013

News

Welcomed David Kneebone as COA’s official City Council representative.

NCOA received our accreditation workbook; onsite peer review will be scheduled soon.

Thanks to Wood Shop for making us a new, larger contribution box.

City’s Budgeting for Outcomes: The City Results Teams’ prioritization of City service offers is under-way. Soon Department Head’s will have a chance to pitch their recommendations.

Senior Center Policy Manual: Discussed and approved final Introduction, Service Animal and Program Registration Policies of Policy Manual.

Action plans: COA motioned to approve the COA orientation packet to include participant welcome packet materials, Annual Report, COA bylaws, COA committee synopsis, budget, City’s Code of Ethics and Conflict of Interest policy.

Next meeting: 11:00 p.m. September 3, 2013 Senior Center, Stoughton Room

Exploring World Cultures: Congo Tuesday, Sept.17th 1:00-2:00 PM Stoughton Senior Center Join us for our monthly presentation about cul-tures from around the world, given by individuals from those cultures who are current employees of Cummins, Inc. here in Stoughton. Diversity is a priority at Cummins, and the company has locations in over 50 countries. Presentation open to all.

Peer Support of Dane County: Help Needed in Stoughton Peer Support of Dane County connects older adults with volunteers to provide needed support through friendly home visits. We need volunteers who have an interest in helping to keep older adults in their own homes by providing emotional support to promote wellness and reduce social isolation. This is a flexible opportunity for adults 55+ in the Stoughton area, mental health or social work experience is helpful but not necessary. For more information please contact Anita Brown-Huber, 608-846-9469.

Coming on October 4th Flu Shot Clinic 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Mark your calendar.

Rabies Clinic Saturday Oct. 5 Stoughton City Garage on S. 4th St. Cats Only 10:00 AM to 10:30AM Dogs and Cats 10:30 AM to Noon Cost $11.00 Pet must be on a leash or in carrier. For more information call Kathy at 608-873-9851.

September 26th 10:00 AM Coffee with the High School Coaches is held on the 4th Thursday of the month. Come and learn about the excellent athletic programs at the Stoughton Area School District.

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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. Sept. 3 & 17 Call to schedule appointment.

Line Dancing Every other Tues. 2:30 PM

Check Calendar

UW Nutrition Education, Free Topic: Food Safety

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.10:30am 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 Yoga for Over 50-OFF SITE Suggested donation $3-$10 Tue. & Fri. 9:00AM, at the

Covenant Lutheran Church Zumba Friday 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 PM Free at Vennevoll Clubhouse

Rosemaling Group, Free Wed., 9:15 AM Norwegian painting

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 the month 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: Nazareth Cribbage Free Every Monday 1:00 PM Euchre 4th Saturday 7:30 PM Over the Hill Bingo 4th Tues. 2:00 PM Sept. 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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September Highlights

BUNCO Tues. Sept. 3 1:00 PM $1.00

New players welcome! Join the fun!

Over the Hill Bingo Tues. Sept. 24 at 2:00 PM *Note Time* Bring a “White Elephant” gift to play.

Lunch Bunch Group Friday, Sept. 13 11:30 AM Country Place Café in Brooklyn Bring a friend or come alone and meet new friends. Call center for your reservation

Free Movie: 42 Rated PG 13 Friday September 6 1:00 PM

In 1946, Branch Rickey put himself at the fore-front of history when he signed Jackie Robinson to the legendary Brooklyn Dodgers, breaking Major League Baseball's infamous color line. This is his story.

Live Music with Catfish River Review Friday September 13th 1:00 PM We will offer live music with Catfish River Review. This a local group of musicians who play country and bluegrass favorites. Come for lunch and stay for the show! Reservations for lunch call the Center 873-8585.

Lunch Time Laughs First Wednesday of each month at Noon. Come share some laughs over the lunch hour as we view some favorite classic comedies. Reservations 873-8585.

Mexican Train or Trains Come play with us every Thursday afternoon starting September 5th at 1:00 PM.

Live Music: Cowboy Bob and Buddy September 24th 1:00 PM Enjoy some Country Music favorites and fun with Cowboy Bob, and his dog, Buddy.

Join us for Fun with Food: Canning Demonstration

Thursday, September 26, 2:00-3:30 p.m. at the Stoughton Area Senior Center kitchen. Come prepared for some ”hands on” participation in canning tomatoes and applesauce. Jeanne Schwass-Long CFCS, will lead us through the key points of food selection, sanitation, food preparation, safety, and equipment needed for canning and processing. She will be using the water bath method for foods high in acid and sugar. Space is limited. 873-8585 to register.

Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities

September 2013

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

2 Staff Holiday

Center Open by Volunteers

9:00 AM-11:00AM

3 9:00 Computer/Tech Noon COA Meeting Noon Chair Massage 1:00 Bunco 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

4 8:00 Chair Stretch 8:30 Walking 9 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 10:30 Euchre Noon Lunch & Laughs Pg. 13 3:00 Ping Pong

5 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Mex Train 1:30 Sheepshead

6 Quilt Show Day Trip Pg. 6 Veteran’s Assist. 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 PD Exercise 1:00 Movie pg.13

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

10 9:00 Computer/Tech 10:00 MS Support 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

11 Energy Assistance 8:00 Chair Stretch 8:30 Walking 9 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 10:30 Euchre 1:00 Dementia Presentation Pg. 7 3:00 Ping Pong

12 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 11:30 UWFood pg12 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Caregiver Grp 1:00 Mex Train 1:30 Sheepshead

13 Veteran’s Assist. Shop at West Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 9:30 Coffee/Mayor 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:30 Lunch Bunch 1:00 PD Exercise 1:00 Live Music

16 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:30 Beg Tai Chi Foot Care in PM 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

17 Foot Care in AM 9:00 Computer/Tech Noon Chair Massage 1:00 Cummins Presentation: Congo 2:00 AA Meeting 3:00 Grief Support 6:30pm Open House Pg. 6

18 Energy Assistance 8:00 Chair Stretch 8:30 Walking 9:00Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 10 Webinar pg. 7 10:30 Euchre 3:00 Ping Pong

19 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Mex Train 1:00 Low Vision Grp. 1:30 Sheepshead

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

23 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Tai Chi 10:30 Beg Tai Chi 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage 3:00 Ping Pong

24 9:00 Computer/Tech Noon Chair Massage 1:00 Writing Group 1:00 Cowboy Bob Music 2:00 Over the Hill Bingo 2:00 AA Meeting

25 Energy Assistance 8:00 Chair Stretch 8:30 Walking 9:00 NorwegianClass 9:15 Rosemaling 10:30 Euchre 1:00 Bingo 3:00 Ping Pong

26 Fireside Day Trip 8 Woodcarving 9:00 Tai Chi 9:00 Computer/Tech 9:30 Bridge 10 SHS Coaches 10-1 Blood Pressure 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Mex Train 1:30 Sheepshead

27 Shop at Target West Veteran’s Assist 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 PD Exercise

30 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 Mornings

Center Opened

by Volunteers

9-11:00 AM

FLU SHOT

CLINIC

FRIDAY OCT. 4

8:30 AM to

11:30 AM

Saturday

Evening

Cards-Euchre

Sept. 28

7:30 PM

Open to All

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Stoughton Area Senior Center

August 2013

Menu

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

2 Staff Holiday No Meals Served Today

3 Augratin Potatoes & Diced Ham Mixed Veggies Pineapple Multi Grain Bread Margarine

4 Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Noodles Tossed Salad & Tomato Slices Dressing Banana Garlic Bread/Marg. Cake

5 Salisbury Steak & Gravy Mashed Potatoes Coleslaw Pear Slices Wh Wh Bread/Marg.

6 Hamburger/Bun Lettuce/Onion Ketchup/Mustard Green Beans Mandarin Oranges Blueberry Pie

9 Turkey Roast Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Beets Fresh Fruit Multi Gr. Bread Marg. Ice Cream

10 Hearty Vegetable Soup & Crackers Tuna Salad/Lettuce Leaf on Wh Wheat Bun Banana Cookie

11 Tator Tot Casserole Carrots Sm. Croissant/Marg. Strawberry Shortcake

12 Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole Italian Green Beans Peach Slices Wh WH Bread Margarine

13 BBQ Ribs on bone Baked Potato Sour Cream Glazed Baby Carrots Dinner Roll/Marg. Pie

16 Baked Chicken Stuffing /Gravy Peas & Pearl Onions Tropical Fruit Salad Multi Grain Bread Marg.

17 Stuffed Green Pepper Soup & Crackers Chicken Broccoli Rotini Salad Orange Juice Roll/Marg. Ice Cream Treat

18 Chicken Salad on Wh Wheat Bun w/ Lettuce Creamy Coleslaw Fresh Apple Cherry Crisp

19 Enchilada Casserole Pinto Beans Shredded Lettuce w/ Tomato Chunks & Shredded Carrots French Dressing Banana Coconut Cream Pie

20 Baked Fish Tarter Sauce Baked Potato Sour Cream Vegetable Blend Fresh Fruit Wh Wheat Bread Marg.

23 Sweet & Sour Chicken Rice Oriental Mix Veggies Pear Slices Wh Wheat Bread Margarine Pudding/Topping

24 Sloppy Joe on Bun Potato Salad Broccoli Flowerets Banana

25 Spaghetti & meat balls Garlic Bread Mixed Greens w/ tomato slices & dressing Peach Slices Parmesan Pkt.

26 Brat on a Bun Ketchup/Mustard Relish Baked Beans Copper Pennies Salad Fresh Fruit

27 Shrimp Pasta Salad Cucumbers & Onions Fruit Cup Wh Wheat Bread Margarine Strawberry Ice Cream

30 Roast Beef Mashed Potatoes Roasted Vegetables Chunky Applesauce Multi Gr Bread Margarine Cookie

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 Edna Cloutier—City of Stoughton ................... 873-3809 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 David Kneebone—City Council Rep ................ 873-6677 Ron Jensen—Town of Albion………………….…………..228-5963

Be Counted !! Remember to use your

My Senior Center swipe card every time you visit the Senior Center.