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

July 2012,Vol.29 No.7

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

Take Me Out To The Ball Game...

Milwaukee Brewers vs. Cincinnati Reds

Wednesday August 8, 2012 Game time 1:10 PM 15 seats still available Outfield Box 208 Make it a family trip. Cost:$35.00 Tickets need to be paid by July 27th. If you have questions, or would like to sign up for this trip, please call 873-8585.

Badger Senior Games Ping Pong Participants

Front Row

Rick D., Jim N., Lyle H. Row 2: Ed K., Tom R., Terry R. Jack C. Wil V. Medal Winners: Tom R. and Jim N.

More Senior Games Medal Winners from Stoughton…. L to R : Mary R. Euchre, Reta S. Wii Bowling, Dave D. Cribbage and Sheepshead Linda S. Wii Bowling

Costa Rica Trip Info 3

2 STOUGHTON AREA SENIOR CENTER • 248 W. Main St., Stoughton WI 53589 873-8585

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 Stoughton 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 $15. For Diabetic Foot Care Appointments: $25 Tuesdays 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM at our Center

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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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Summer Safety Excerpts from University of Nevada Cooperative Exten-

sion Summer Safety for Older Adults

For many people, summer is a time for warm,

sunny days, outdoor activities like swimming,

vacations and picnics with family and friends.

However, summer can also bring extreme

heat, increased risk of dehydration, food borne

illness and other health risks. Recognizing

these risks and taking preventative steps will

allow you to enjoy your summer without paying

the price: Heat-Related Illness

Every year thousands of people suffer from

heat-related conditions (hyperthermia) like

heat stress, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

The Centers for Disease Control and Preven-

tion estimates that every year around 300 peo-

ple in the U.S. die from excessive heat expo-

sure. People suffer heat-related illness when

their bodies are not able to compensate for the

heat and properly cool itself. Older adults are

more susceptible as their bodies return to nor-

mal temperatures more slowly and their bod-

ies’ cooling mechanism is not as efficient. Be-

ing overweight, having poor circulation, chronic

medical conditions and high blood pressure or

taking certain medications can also increase

your risk. Very high body temperatures may

damage the brain and vital organs.

Protect yourself with these prevention tips:

! Air-conditioning is the primary protective

factor against heat-related illness and

death. If you don’t have it, or to save

money on your electric bill during the heat

of the day, visit air-conditioned shopping

malls and public libraries to help stay cool.

! During times of extreme heat temperatures

stay indoors.

! Schedule outdoor activities carefully, limit

sun exposure and rest in shaded areas.

Remember the sun is hottest between 10

a.m. and 2 p.m.

! When outdoors wear appropriate clothing:

lightweight, loose fitting and light colored.

Don’t forget sunglasses and wide-brimmed

hats.

! Avoid dehydration and drink plenty of fluids.

Dehydration is common among older adults

and can be life threatening. Stay hydrated

by drinking plenty of fluids, consuming fruits

and vegetables, and avoiding caffeinated

and/or alcoholic beverages that can act as

a diuretic. Don’t wait to drink until you are

thirsty as that can be a sign of dehydration!

! Always wear sunscreen. A sun burn dam-

ages your skin, causes a loss of body fluids

and affects your body’s ability to cool itself.

Sunscreen can also protect against skin

cancer, which is strongly associated with

ultraviolet radiation that comes from the

sun. Look for sunscreen that offers “broad

spectrum” protection and

is SPF 30 or higher.

Summer Activities

In summer, activities can

range from swimming to gardening and can be

both indoors and out. Research has shown

that older adults who remain active during their

golden years have less depression, loneliness

and more control over their lives. Here are just

a few ideas for increasing for activity level dur-

ing these warmer months:

4 STOUGHTON AREA SENIOR CENTER • 248 W. Main St., Stoughton WI 53589

! Water activities are abundant in the summer

and may include swimming in community

pools, pool parties with friends, or water aero-

bics. Remember to always be safe and follow

water and sun safety precautions.

! Enjoy walks, biking, golfing and gardening to

help improve cardiac health or try an outdoor

morning tai-chi class for better balance. These

and other exercise activities can offer emo-

tional benefits as well improve your overall

health. Be sure to check with your doctor be-

fore starting any exercise program.

! Look for community summer programs like a

special museum exhibit, outdoor symphony

concert, farmers market or a summer reading

club. Some places offer summer ticket dis-

counts (senior discounts, too) for shows, mov-

ies or plays.

! Volunteer during the summer, or year round,

at a summer reading program for kids, local

animal shelter, or your local senior center. A

recent study has found helping others im-

proves your well-being and longevity.

! With less busy college campuses in the sum-

mer, perhaps this may be a good time to go

back to school. You can take courses that

earn credit towards a degree or explore new

areas for fun and enrichment. The UW-

Madison Continuing Studies program has a

Senior Learning Program and for more infor-

mation you can call them at 608-262-5823 or

e-mail them at [email protected].

Summer Food Safety

Foods contaminated by harmful bacteria and vi-

ruses can cause a foodborne illness (food poison-

ing) and older adults and children are considered

most susceptible. Foodborne illness can occur

within 24 hours of eating contaminated food, or

even days or weeks later. Common symptoms of

foodborne illness include: diarrhea, nausea, vom-

iting, abdominal pain and fever. Food can become

contaminated when we transport, store, prepare

or serve it. It is important to use food safety tech-

niques during every stage that we have contact

with food.

! Always wash your hands before and after han-

dling food. Scrub your hands for at least 20

seconds in warm, soapy water to effectively

remove germs and dirt.

! Marinate food in the refrigerator and don’t re-

use the marinade on cooked food.

! Use a food thermometer to ensure that food

reaches a safe internal temperature: hamburg-

ers = at least 160ºF, steaks = 145ºF, chicken

breast = 165°F and fish = 145ºF.

! Do not place cooked food on a plate that pre-

viously held raw meat, poultry, seafood or

eggs and have plenty of clean utensils, plates

and cookware on hand.

! Never let perishables (raw meat, poultry, eggs,

etc.) sit at room temperature for more than two

hours before storing them in the refrigerator or

freezer. When the temperature is above 90°F

store within one hour.

! Always use a clean cooler filled with ice or an

ice pack to keep food cold. When traveling,

transport the cooler in the air-conditioned part

of your car rather than in a hot trunk.

With all of these great ideas and precautions in

mind, we wish you a very happy and safe sum-

mer!

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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 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 on page 15. Home Delivered Meals: Meal delivery is available to homebound older adults in the Stoughton Area School District every weekday. In 2011, there were 19,671 meals delivered. 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.

MyPlate Refresher MyPlate replaced the MyPyramid in June 2011.

MyPlate provides a visual tool to teach you how to load your plates so you feel fuller on fewer calories and get plenty of fiber and nutrients. It has 5 main groups. Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein and dairy. ! Fruit group can include fresh, canned,

packed in water or juice, dried (used sparingly as they are higher in calories) and frozen but avoid the added sugar or 100% pure juice. Aim for 1.5 to 2 cups daily.

! Vegetable group includes dark green, red and orange, beans and peas and starchy vegetables. Aim for 2.5 to 3 cups of veggies daily. Most people need 4 to 5 cups of fruits and vegetables each day.

! The grain group is whole or processed. Make at least half of your daily intake whole grains. People should eat 3-4 ounces daily.

! Protein should be lean and fill only a quarter of your plate. Meat, poultry, seafood, beans and peas, eggs, processed soy, nuts and seeds are included in this group. Get about 5-6 ounces of protein daily from a variety of choices.

! Dairy group should be products that are low in fat, sugar and sodium like skim or 1% milk and non- fat yogurt. Try for 3 sups of low-fat or fat free dairy per day.

Recipe of the Month

Berry Cottage Pudding

4 ounces low-fat vanilla yogurt ½ cup cottage cheese

1 tablespoon honey or sugar 1 cup fresh blueberries

Combine all ingredients and serve.

For breakfast, lunch or dessert, this is a tasty and nutritious treat.

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Fireside Theatre Trip �Hello Dolly! August 23 We will be joining the Belleville Senior Center in traveling to the Fireside Theatre to see this wonderful performance. The bus will pick us up at 9:30 AM at the Stoughton Senior Center and the show will be at 1:30 PM. Cost is $89.00 for the bus, dinner and show. Call 873-8585 to sign up.

Do Your House Plants Need Help??? Come to a helpful house plant presentation. The class will be about indoor plants, container gardening and using different soils. Where: The Stoughton Garden Center 1471 HWY 51 Stoughton, WI Date: Wednesday July 18 at 2:00 PM Cost: Free Registration: Call the Stoughton Senior Center at 873-8585

Agrace HospiceCare Offerings The sessions listed below are open to the public and are provided without charge. All groups are held at Agrace HospiceCare, 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, Madison unless otherwise noted. ! Bridges Weekly Support Group is held

every Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to11:00 a.m. This ongoing group is for adults who are grieving the death of someone.

! Introduction to Grief is an informative session for adults that offers suggestions on how to navigate the grieving process and provides information about Agrace HospiceCare grief support groups. This session is available by appointment only. Call Mary Severson at (608) 327-7182 to make an appointment.

! Caregiver Support Discussion Group is a free group designed specifically to educate and support those who are currently caring for someone with a progressive or terminal illness. This session will be held on Tuesday, July 17, from1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Agrace. Please call Deb Tripalin at (608) 327-7418 for more information. This is a recurring group that meets the third Tuesday of each month.

Make Your Voice Heard We've earned a say in the future of Medicare and Social Security. Take the AARP survey and let them know what you think about Medicare and Social Security. It only takes a few minutes to make your voice heard. Log on to: https://action.aarp.org/siteSPageNavigator/yeas_socialsecurity_medicare.html Let's show Washington that seniors care about what happens to these programs. Take the AARP survey today.


Area Support Groups Caregiver Group Will be meeting again in September Contact: 873-8585 for any questions

Diabetic Support Group Meets the 2nd Monday of the month at 6 p.m. in the Stoughton Hospital Board Room. Please call Deb at 608-628-6500 for more information or to reserve a seat.

Grandparents Raising Their Relative’s Children 2nd Sat., 10:00 AM -12:00 PM The Rainbow Project Office 831 E. Washington Ave., Madison

Child care & transportation available to those in need. Contact: Rose Roh, 249-2209 Ethel Dunn, 238-8751

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 –3:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585

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

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 3rd Tuesday at 5:00PM

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin Information, education, advocacy and support services including a 24/7 Helpline. 232-3400 or (888) 308-6251 toll-free [email protected]

Refer-A-Friend and You Could Win a Gift Basket

The Elder Friends Program through Peer Support of Dane County connects older adults (60+) with trained Elder Friend volunteers. The program gives homebound or isolated seniors a chance to connect with a warm listener, and provides volunteers with a meaningful way to give back to their communities. In most cases, long lasting and mutually rewarding friendships develop. Simply contact Anita Brown-Huber at 608-846-9469 or your local senior center to get started. Here’s how it works: If you know someone who you think would make a great Elder Friend tell them about this great volunteer opportunity and how easy it is to get involved. For every person you refer, you will be entered into our drawing. Brochures available from your local senior center or contact Anita. The more friends you refer, the more chances there are to win! Win a gift basket filled with plenty of goodies. Drawing will be held in October.

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AARP Driver Safety Class The AARP Driver Safety is intended to provide all drivers, especially those age 50 and older, with a classroom and online course that helps them improve their driving skills, drive crash-free, sustain mobility and maintain independence! At: Stoughton Area Senior Center Date: Thursday Aug. 23 Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM You are welcome to bring a sack lunch Registration is required. Open to All Call now: 873-8585 The cost is $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members. Pay by check or cash the day of the class. Participation may earn you an insurance discount, so check with your insurance carrier In this four hour course you will learn: ! Steps for driving a roundabouts. ! To manage dangerous blind spots. ! Proper following distance behind

another car. ! Safe ways to change lanes and

make turns at busy intersections. ! Proper use of safety belts, air bags,

anti-lock brakes. ! How to manage the effects of aging

on driving. ! How to eliminate distractions while

driving. ! Effects of medications on driving.

After counting all the votes, Lena will be the name of our new Troll.

Thank you to all the entries.

Commission on Aging Meeting Highlights for June 5, 2012

Director Comments: C. McGlynn ! Distributed copies of new sign design for COA feedback

! Received 16 applications for the Volunteer/Program Coord. position; we look forward to the interview & hiring process

Syttende Mai Fundraiser: C. McGlynn

! Coney Dog sales ($1500) were better than past pancake sales; though we must evaluate how best to handle staff time

! We welcome Syttende Mai Headquarters here again!

Endowment Fund: C. McGlynn

! The City’s Council Affairs/Council Policy Committee deter-mined that the funds already deposited in the Senior Center’s Special Gift Fund cannot be taken out of City Funds. How-ever, some funds may be set aside in a separate higher interest accruing endowment fund under the City’s control.

! A resolution and policy are being drafted to maintain the integrity of the gifted money.

! The Center will have four donations options: 1) our SC Fund ($30k needed annually), 2) Special Gifts Fund, 3) Stoughton Community Foundation & 4) City-Operated Endowment Fund

Legislative Update: C. Heidenway

! AARP’s “You’ve Earned a Say” (YEAS) is a national conver-sation on the future of Social Security and Medicare with easy access to information and free of spin and jargon. Quick 5-question surveys are available at the front desk or online (see pg. 6). Questions raised will be presented this Fall to the Presidential candidates for their response.

! Lorraine Hawkinson, Carol Heidenway and others who attended the Senior Center’s 40th Anniversary/Volunteer Open House last month were featured in an episode about WI’s Voter ID Bill on AARP’s “Inside E Street” on PBS. Contact Hollee Camacho for a link to this 8-minute segment.

Program & Evaluation Committee: M. Onsager

! Discussed survey draft to be presented to people who don’t participate at the Center.

! Stoughton History event in which 6th graders interviewed 50 long-time Stoughtonites was a success!

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

Next meeting date change- 10:00 a.m. July 10, 2012 Senior Center, Stoughton Room


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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, $10/15-mins. This month: July 11 & 25 Call to schedule appointment.

Line Dancing Every other Tues. 2:30 PM

UW Nutrition Education, Free Topic: Hydration 4th Thursday, 11:30 AM Ping Pong, Free Doubles: Wednesday. 3:00 PM Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM

Tai Chi -Beginners, $5/class Mon. & Thur. 9:00 AM Tai Chi –Advanced, $5/class Mon. & Thurs. 1:00 PM Wii Bowling, Free Main Floor Call for times Yoga for Over 50 Suggested donation $3-$10 Tue. & Fri. 9:00AM, and Tues. 6:30 PM Covenant Lutheran Church and Wed. 9:00 AM Fire Dept. Zumba Friday 9:15 to 10AM $3

Computer Assistance/Lessons Tues. & Thurs., 9:00 - 11:30 AM or by appointment , morning or afternoon. Come with your com-puter questions. 4 computers, 3 iPads & WiFi available. Handiwork, Free Mon., 1:00 - 3:30 PM Bring your current project & join the conversation.

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.

Bridge, Free Mon. & Thurs. 9:30 AM Bunco, First Tues. $1.00 1:00 PM Chess, Free Fri. 10:00 AM Community Bingo, $1 3rd Wed. 1:00 PM Sponsor: Azura Memory Care Cribbage Free Every Monday 1:00 PM Euchre 4th Saturday 7:30 PM Over the Hill Bingo 4th Tues. 1:15 PM Bring a “White Elephant” Prize Pool, Free Daily Sheepshead, Thurs. 1:30 PM to 4:15 PM Lessons available when called in advance. Ping Pong, Free Doubles: Wed. 3:00 PM Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM

Fitness & Wellness

Classes & Skill Development

Social & Recreation

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


July Highlights

FRIENDSHIP FUND FOR

ACTIVITIES AT THE CENTER

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

available to help you.

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

Free Movie Day Friday July 6 1:00 PM We Bought A Zoo Set in Southern California, a father moves his young family to the countryside to renovate and re-open a struggling zoo.

You are welcome to bring your own movie treat.

Lunch Bunch Group Friday, July 13 11:30 AM at the Green Lantern Bring a friend or come alone and meet new friends. If attending or if you have questions, please call 873-8585.

BUNCO Tuesday July 3 at 1:00 PM $1.00 donation. If you don’t know the game, we can teach you. New players always welcome. Come join the fun. Bunco!!

Costa Rica Travel Show Meeting Tuesday July 17th 5:00 PM

The Stoughton Area Senior Center is going to Costa Rica for 9 days

November 7– 15, 2012

Come and hear information on this exciting trip or call and talk with Cindy

Coffee with our Mayor 2nd Friday, 9:30-10:30 AM Visit with Mayor Donna Olson Hear the latest City news, ask questions and share your concerns.

Bird Photography in Your Backyard Wednesday July 18th 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Join us for a fun introduction to birds and photography from professionals within our own backyard. The class is free but donations to the Senior Center are welcome. No camera required for the class.

Our local instructors are Patrick Ready, who is a

Wisconsin Bird expert from Birds Unlimited, and

Hank Koshollek who is a retired Capitol Times

expert photographer. Call 873-8585 to sign up.

No Over the Hill Bingo This Month

Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities

JULY

2012

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

2 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage

3 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 10:00 COA Meeting 1:00 Bunco NO Modified Zumba 2:00 AA Meeting

Staff Holiday

Center Open

9 to 11:00 AM

5 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead

6 Veteran’s Assist. Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga * 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 1:00 Movie Pg. 13

9 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge 10:00 Blood Press. Ck 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage

10 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 10 MS Support Grp 1:00 Modified Zumba 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

11 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping Pong

12 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead 2:00 NO Caregiver Support Group

13 Veteran’s Assist Popcorn in AM Shop at Target East 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Zumba 9:30 Coffee/Mayor 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:30 Lunch Bunch

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

17 Diabetic & Reg. Foot Care in AM 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 1:00 Modified Zumba 2:00 AA Meeting 5 PM Trip Show Pg. 5 PM Grief Support Group

18 8:00 Chair Stretch 9 Norwegian Class 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Rosemaling 10 Photography Class Pg. 13 1:00 Bingo House Plants Speaker See Pg. 6 3:00 Ping Pong

19 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Low Vision Grp 1:30 Sheepshead

20 Veteran’s Assist. Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong


24 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 1:00 Modified Zumba

1:15 NO Over the Hill Bingo this month 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

25 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 NorwegianClass 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Rosemaling 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping Pong

26 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 10 Blood Press. Ck. 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead

27 Veteran’s Assist. Popcorn in AM Shop at East Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong


31 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 1:00 Modified Zumba 2:00 AA Meeting

Saturday

Evening

Cards-Euchre

July 28

7:30 PM

Open to All

Saturday Mornings

Center Opened

by Volunteers

9-11:00 am

* = Off Site Class

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Stoughton Area Senior Center Menu

JULY

2012

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

2 Tomato Barley Soup Sliced Turkey & Cheese on Rye w/ Lettuce & Tomato & Mayo Packet Fresh Orange Dessert Bar

3 Cheese Burger Lettuce/Onion Pickle Slices Ketchup & Mustard Baked Beans Potato Salad Rhubarb/Strawberry Pie Apple Juice

4 Staff Holiday

No Meals Served

5 American Chop Suey Rice Sugar Snap Peas Fruit Cup Multi Grain Bread Marg.

6 Roast Pork/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Harvard Beets Strawberry Shortcake/Topping Wh Wheat Bread Marg.

9 Chicken Cacciatore Egg Noodles Sliced Zucchini Peach Half Multi Gr. Bread Marg. Cookie

10 BBQ Shredded Beef on Wh Wheat Bun Potato Salad Pickled Beets Fresh Fruit Mix Ice Cream Cup

11 Chicken Macaroni Salad German Cucumbers Wh Wheat Bread & Margarine Apple Lemon Dessert

12 Meatloaf & Gravy Mashed Potatoes Peas Fruit Cocktail Multi Gr. Bread Marg.

13 Baked Chicken Baked Potato & Sour Cream Yellow Beans Apricot Half Wh Wheat Bread & Marg.

16 Sliced Ham Saucy Sweet Potato French Style Green Beans Fresh Fruit W.Wheat Roll/ Marg. Choc. Ice Cream

17 Breaded Fish Cheesy Hash Brown Broccoli Flowerets Applesauce Multi Gr. Bread Marg. Pie

18 Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Noodles Tossed Salad, Tomato Slices & Dressing Banana Garlic Bread/Marg

19 Pork Cutlet/Gravy Mashed Potatoes Pear Slices Creamy Coleslaw Wh Wheat Bread

20 Augratin Potatoes & Diced Ham Mixed Vegetables Pineapple Multi Gr. Bread Marg. Cookie

23 Hamburger with Lettuce, Onion, Ketchup & Mustard Packets Green Beans Mandarin Oranges Blueberry Pie

24 Baked Chicken Mashed Potatoes & Gravy Beets Fresh Fruit Multi Gr. Bread Marg. Ice Cream

25 Tator Tot Casserole Carrots Apricots Sm. Croissant Margarine Strawberry Short Cake & Topping

26 Hearty Vegetable Soup & Crackers Tuna Salad/Lettuce Leaf Wh. Wheat Bun Banana Cookie

27 Swedish Meatballs & Mushroom Gravy Egg Noodles Green&Yellow Beans Cranberry Juice Pumpernickel Bread Vanilla Ice Cream & Strawberry Topping

30 Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole Peas Peach Slices Wh Wheat Bread Margarine

31 Sloppy Joe on Bun Potato Salad Steamed Baby Carrots Pear Half Ice Cream treat

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

For all lunch reservations please call by noon the business day before. 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/

fxÇ|ÉÜ VxÇàxÜ fàtyy Cindy McGlynn—Director Hollee Camacho—Assistant Director Jean Truss—Case Manager Kelly Janda—Case Manager Susan Brodd—Case Manager (M&TH) JoAnn Seymour—Case Manager (M-W) Lisa Hanson—Nutrition Manager Kristin Ott—Receptionist (M-TH)

gÉãÇá{|Ñ Vtáx `tÇtzxÜá Albion & Dunkirk .......................................... 335-6677 Susan Brodd, Stoughton Area Senior Center M & Th Pleasant Springs & Rutland ......................... 838-7117 Sara Sprang, McFarland Outreach Dunn & Christiana ........................................... 838-7117 Lori Andersen, McFarland Outreach Appointments made for home visits, or at Stoughton and McFarland Outreach offices.

VÉÅÅ|áá|ÉÇ bÇ Tz|Çz 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 Open Position—City of Stoughton .................................... 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 Open Position—City Council Rep ..................................... Ron Jensen—Town of Albion

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