Pine River Senior Center Phone

Numbers

Front Desk, Lunch Reservations/Cancellations 884-5415 Please call before 9:00 a.m. to reserve or cancel a meal

Scott Key, Director of Parks and Rec 884-9544[ext 108]

Becky Eisenbraun, Activities & Programs 884-9544[ext 109]

Brenda Jones, Senior Center Coordinator 884-5415

Laurel Bradford, Dining Room Coordinator 382-6435

Carol Melcher, Meals on Wheels & Cancellations 382-6435 or

970-382-6441

Sheila Casey, Countywide Senior Services Director 382-6442

Deborah Sneed, Administration Assistant 382-6429

LaPlata County Transportation 759-6309

Lori Yenser, Dietician 769-4054

Greta Kirker, Activities in Durango 382-6428

July Birthdays

Jim Frahm 7/15

June Haga 7/17

Denise Gradel 7/30

PO Box 80, 111 W South St., Bayfield, CO 81122

http://www.bayfieldgov.org/services/senior.asp

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Volume 9, Issue 7

Pine River Senior Center Newsletter

July 2017

Hours of Operation: Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Wednesday & Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Hot Lunch at 12:00 Noon

Happy Anniversary! Joyce & George Knoll July 24, 1955

2016 Volunteer of

the Year!

Dan Dvojack

& Meal on Wheels

Driver Laura Kirk

Who will it be for

2017?

Where’s Mickey Mouse? Look though the newsletter to find him just for

fun he could be anywhere.

Senior Center News, Activities & Entertainment

Arts & Crafts—July 11— Please join us the 2nd Tuesday of each month to make different arts and crafts

projects for FREE by hand. Please sign up at the Pine River Senior Center front desk or contact Brenda

Jones at 884-5415 so we know how many will be attending.

Adventures in Dining - Date is changing for the month’s of June & July for the 3rd Tuesday’s of the

month.

Bayfield Food Bank Donation - Friday, July 14 - On Birthday Celebration Day, the Senior Center

will be collecting non-perishable, unexpired, unopened packages of food for the Bayfield Food Bank.

Monetary donations are also welcome and can be dropped off at Bayfield Town Hall or given to Brenda at

the Senior Center.

Birthday Celebration - Friday, July 14 at noon - Please join us on the 2nd Friday of every month for

our birthday celebration.

Blue Star Moms - Donations for our troops are being collected for the Blue Star Moms of Durango.

There is a drop box at the Senior Center for donated items. Support our troops and this great

organization!

Box Tops & Labels for Education - The Senior Center is collecting Box Tops & Labels for Education

to benefit our local schools. Please drop them in the plastic container on the front counter.

Brenda Marshall’s Card Making Class & Pine River Public Library - Tuesday, July 18 - Brenda

with the Pine River Public Library hosts a “Stamping Up”! card making class each month from 10:00 a.m. -

11:00 a.m. Cost is FREE. Can’t beat that price for cards! Call 884-5415 with questions.

Bridge Club - Tuesdays at the Senior Center from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Please call Joe Mozgai at

884-0928, or call 884-5415 for more information. New members are always welcome!

Caregivers Group - Meet the second Friday of each month at 10:00 am till 11:00 am at the Senior

Center. This group will provide support for those who are caregivers needing help or want to know more

about caregiving. For more information please call Elaine Stampo 259-0122.

Closure - Tuesday, July 4— We will be CLOSED for our Nations Celebration of Independence.

Community Quilt Group - Tuesday, July 18 All quilters & people with homemade projects are

invited to come join them on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month. This group is open to all who are

interested in sharing the joy of homemade items. Please contact Cindy at 970-903-7492 for further

information.

Senior Center News, Activities & Entertainment

Health Checks—Friday, July 14— San Juan Basin Health will be here on the 2nd Friday of each month

to take blood pressures and check blood sugar for free. For more information please call Christian at

970-335-2076. He will be here at 9:00 am for the people that need to be for fasting blood glucoses. He

also performs lipid tests (cholesterol and triglycerides). Any senior who wants testing should fast after 9

pm the night before--no cream or sugar in their morning coffee or tea, no breakfast, etc.

Mexican Train Dominoes - Join us on Tuesday Game Days, Wednesdays and Fridays after lunch for

a fun game of dominoes. Anyone can join and it’s free. Can’t beat free entertainment!

Pine River Public Library - Friday, July 28 - The library will be here the last Friday of each month with

books, movies, & audio books available for check out. Please call Brooke at 884-2222 ext. 514 for more

information or requests.

Pine River Senior Board Meetings - Held on the 2nd Wednesday of every other month. The 2017

dates are January 11, March 8, May 10, July 12, September 13 and November 8. Everyone is welcome to join

us at 1:00 p.m. in the conference room.

Pot Luck Tuesday’s - Tuesday, July 11 - Join us on the 1st Tuesday of each month to have pot luck.

Please bring a dish to share.

Veterans’ Services - Friday, July 28 - Richard Schleeter with the La Plata County Veterans Service’s

Office will be at the Senior Center at 10:00 a.m. to visit with any veterans that may have questions about

what benefits and services are available to them , please call 970-759-0117 for more information.

Fitness & Exercise Programs

Watch Your Step - WYS is a balance and coordination based exercise class that takes place every Wednesday &

Friday from 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. The cost is $30.00 for 6 weeks or $5.00 for drop-ins. Reserve your

spot today!

Yoga - Tuesday at the Pine River Library Community Room 9:00 am, Thursday 8:00 am at the

Library; Colleen Theobald will guide participants through Hatha Yoga Class. The focus will be on

core strength, body toning, proper alignment and breathing techniques. This class

is also held on Tuesday 6:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. Please call Bayfield

Parks & Recreation for more information 970-884-9544.

Recipe Corner

Mexican Casserole

2lbs Ground Beef 1/2 Onion Chopped

1 Can Evaporated Milk 1 sm can Green Chilies

1 Can Cream of Chicken Soup 1 - 8oz Bag Tortilla Chips

1 Can Cream of Mushroom Soup Grated Cheese

1 Can Mild Enchilada Sauce

Brown meat, add milk, soups, enchilada sauce, onion and green chilies. Place broken tortilla chips in greased 13x9 inch baking dish. Cover with meat mixture. Top with grated cheese. Bake at 350 degrees until bubbling hot. Serves 10—12.

Millionaire Pie

1 Graham cracker pie crust 1 1/2 C. Pecan Chips

12 oz Cream Cheese Softened 1 - 12oz Ctn. Whipped Topping thawed

1 C Sugar 1 - 20oz Can Crushed Pineapple drained

Beat Cream Cheese and sugar until creamy (add more sugar to taste if desired). Beat in drained pineapple. Stir in pecans and cool whip, incorporating thoroughly. Spoon into prepared crust and chill for 2 hours.

Note: Also good made with different fruits such as strawberries or blueberries or using reduced fat ingredients.

Uplifting Quote for the Month

SPREAD YOUR WINGS

A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song.

Maya Angelou

Statistics made in the Year 1910!

The tallest structure in the world was the Eiffel Tower!

The average US wage in 1910 was 22 cents per hour.

Bayfield Parks and Recreation

For Activity/Program questions, please contact or call

884-5415 or email bjones@bayfieldgov.org

For Facility and Park Rental information call 884-9544

ext 109 or email beisenbraun@bayfieldgov.org

or Visit us on the web at:

http://www.bayfieldgov.org/services/senior.asp

PERSEVERANCE

It is my chief duty to accomplish humble tasks as though they were great and noble.

Helen Keller

(Information received via email from La Plata County Senior Center)

STROKE AWARENESS—KNOW THE SIGNS Weakness in the face, arm, or leg, Speech difficulty, Vision loss, Dizziness, or Brief loss of consciousness

A stroke is a brain attack caused by blocked blood flow to the brain that can affect a person’s speech,

movement, memory, and more. Some of the warning signs of a stroke include: If you think you or a

loved one is having a stroke, call 911 immediately and note the time when the first symptoms appeared. Stroke

is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of serious disability for

adults. About 795,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke each year. Certain things can increase your chances of having a

stroke, like smoking & drinking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, and bad eating habits. Up to 80%

of strokes may be prevented by living a healthy lifestyle and taking advantage of these Medicare preventive services:

Cardiovascular disease screening (includes screening for cholesterol) - Cardiovascular disease (behavioral therapy) -

Alcohol misuse screening and counseling—Diabetes screenings and self-management training—Nutrition therapy ser-

vices and Obesity screening and counseling—Smoking and tobacco use cessation counseling (to stop smoking) - In

most cases, you’ll pay nothing for these services.—Contact your local SHIP Counselors, Greta Kirker 970-382-6428 or

Sheila Casey at 970-382-6442, to schedule an appointment for help with Medicare.- Contact your local State Health

Insurance Program (SHIP) counselors, Greta Kirker at 970-382-6428 or, Sheila Casey at 970-382-6442 to schedule a

Medicare Counseling appointment.

New Medicare Card Scam Starting in April 2018, Medicare will no longer use a Social Security number as a person's identifier.

Instead, Medicare numbers will be random digits and letters. Scammers are telling beneficiaries that

Medicare is using a new card and you'll lose your benefits if you don't get it. The scammer may

claim that Congress requires a fee for the card, which must be taken directly out of your checking

account. Besides asking for your checking account number, the scammer also will ask you to verify your current

number. This information is false: The cards will be totally free, and they will be printed on the same type of paper as

your old card. The new cards will be issued starting April 2018. A transition period is expected to run from April

2018 through Dec. 31, 2019, so both the old card and the new one will be able to be used during that time. Starting

in 2020, only the new number can be used. The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services will never call you or

email you and ask you for personal information related to your card. You will receive it in the mail just like you did

your original card. What should you do if you receive a call? Hang up the phone and report it to Senior Medicare

Patrol. The number is 877-767-4359. According to Senior Medicare Patrol, your new Medicare number will: Con-

tain the same number of characters as the current Medicare number but it will not be your Social Security number.

Contain uppercase letters and numerals throughout.

Not have any special characters or contain inappropriate combinations of numbers or stringers that may be of-

fensive.

Be easy to read and it will limit the possibility that letters will be read as numbers. That means no S, L, O, I, B or

Z.

(Information received via email from LaPlata County Senior Center)

Choosing Whole-Grain

Foods

Whole grains are important sources of nutrients such as zinc, magnesium, B vitamins, and fiber. There are many choices available to make half your grains whole grains. But whole-grain foods should be handled with care. Over time and if not properly stored, oils in whole grains can cause spoilage. Consider these tips to select whole-grain products and keep them fresh to eat. 1 Search the label Whole grains can be an easy choice when preparing meals. Choose whole-grain breads, breakfast cereals, and pastas. Look at the Nutrition Facts labels and ingredients lists to find choices lower in sodium, saturated fat, and added sugars. 2 Look for the word “whole” at the beginning of the ingredients list Some whole-grain ingredients include whole oats, whole-wheat flour, whole-grain corn, whole-grain brown rice, and whole rye. Foods that say “multi-grain,” “100% wheat,” “high fiber,” or are brown in color may not be a whole-grain product.3 Choose whole grain snacks Prepare meals and snacks with whole grains at home so your you are more likely to choose whole-grain foods while away from home. 4 Find the fiber on label If the product provides at least 3 grams of fiber per serving, it is a good source of fiber. If it contains 5 or more grams of fiber per serving, it is an excellent source of fiber. 5 Is gluten in whole grains? People who can’t eat wheat gluten can eat whole grains if they choose carefully. There are many whole-grain products, such as buckwheat, certified gluten-free oats or oatmeal, popcorn, brown rice, wild rice, and quinoa that fit gluten-free diet needs. 6 Check for freshness Buy whole-grain products that are tightly packaged and well sealed. Grains should always look and smell fresh. Also, check the expiration date and storage guidelines on the package. 7 Keep a lid on it When storing whole grains from bulk bins, use containers with tight-fitting lids and keep in a cool, dry location. A sealed container is important for maintaining freshness and reducing bug infestations. 8 Buy what you need Purchase smaller quantities of whole-grain products to reduce spoilage. Most grains in sealed packaging can be kept in the freezer. 9 Wrap it up Whole-grain bread is best stored at room temperature in its original packaging, tightly closed with a quick-lock or twist tie. The refrigerator will cause bread to lose moisture quickly and become stale. Properly wrapped bread will store well in the freezer. 10 What’s the shelf life? Since the oil in various whole-grain flours differs, the shelf life varies too. Most whole-grain flours keep well in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 months and in the freezer for 6 to 8 months. Cooked brown rice can be refrigerated 3 to 5 days and can be frozen up to 6 months

Go to ChooseMyPlate.gov for more information.

Extreme Heat Message and Precautions Be Informed, Make a Plan, Build a Kit, Get Involved

  Summer is almost here. While we prepare to enjoy the warm weather, it’s important to take precautions in case extreme heat strikes. By evaluating your needs, you can plan for any heat related situation. The following steps will prepare you to handle periods of extreme heat and the associated risks:

Consider how potential power outages during periods of extreme heat might affect you. Plan to be temporarily self-sufficient if the electrici-ty goes out. It’s possible that you will not have access to a medical fa-cility or a pharmacy.

Identify the resources you use on a daily basis and what you can do if they are limited or not available. Make provisions for medications that require refrigeration, and plan arrangements to get to a cooling center, if needed.

Think about what you need to maintain your health, safety, and inde-pendence. Build A Kit that includes any specialized items such as extra wheelchair batteries, oxygen, catheters, and medication. Also include non-perishable food and water, items for service animals and pets, a cooler, and anything else you might need.

Check on family, friends, and neighbors who do not have air condition-ing, especially those who spend much of their time alone, or are more likely to be affected by extreme heat.

Be watchful for signs of heat stroke and dehydration. These include shallow breathing, a lack of perspiration, dizziness, dry mouth, and headaches.

The HHS emPOWER Map 2.0 features the monthly total of Medicare beneficiaries with electricity-dependent equipment claims at the U.S. state, territory, county, and zip code level to identify the areas and popu-lations that may be impacted and at risk for prolonged power outages.

For more information about extreme heat preparedness and tools, go to ready.gov/heat and cdc.gov.

(Information received via email from LaPlata County Senior Center)

Trivia Quiz

Things that Happened in the 1950 through 1953

1. Walt Disney releases his 12th animated film with what title ____________ in Hollywood.

2. President Truman orders American military forces to aid in the defense of what country? ________ _______ 3. What comic strip is created by Mort Walker? __________ __________

4. What game show debuts on television? _____________ or _________________ 5. The comic strip ____________by Charles M. Schulz is first published in 7 U.S. newspapers

6. What famous star announces her Retirement from show business. ____________ __________

7. The Twenty-second Amendment to the United States Constitution, limiting Presidents to what, is ratified or limited to _____ ________.

8. Remington Rand delivers the first what : ___________ I computer.

9. U.S. President Harry S. Truman relieves Who of his Far Eastern commands _________ __________ _________

10. What famous actress opens the first of 14 concerts in Dublin, Ireland at the Theatre Royal _______ ________

11. What sitcom makes its television debut on CBS? _ ______ _________

12. In the United States, what is used for the first time in a human patient?____ _____________ ___________

13. What Walt Disney feature film premieres in 1953? _________ _____

14. Mickey Mantle's what is believed to be the longest _________ _______ in baseball history by many historians.

.

1. Cinderella 2. South Korea. 3.Beetle Bailey 4. Truth or Consequences 5. Peanuts 6. Shirley

Temple 7. Two terms. 8. UNIVAC 9.General Douglas MacArthur. 10.Judy Garland. 11.I Love Lu-

cy12.A mechanical heart. 13. Peter Pan. 14. Home Run