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MEETING NOTICE

Pierce County Council on Aging will meet on March 26, 1990 at 1:00 p.m. in the Courthouse County Board Room. Agenda includes: Introduction of Doris Hinck, Ellsworth Care Center Activities Director, Program and Financial Reports, Office on Aging Annual Report, Area Agency Board Report, Area Agency Advisory Council Report, Housing Authority Report and Legal Services Report. Other concerns: 1990 Census, 1990 Meal Donations & Budget and Announcement of Coalition District Meeting.

PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING

Minutes - March 26, 1990

The Pierce County Council on Aging met in the Pierce County Board Room on March 26, 1990. President Helen Halberg called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.

Council members, Office on Aging staff and guest included: Joe Seeley, Roy J. Finley, Ella E. Fritz, Marie Helmueller, Helen Halberg, Arnold Galoff, Lawrence Weber, Betty Gunderson, Pam Korsgaard, Iona Hammon, Otto Thompson, Clarence Schroeder, Kathy Hass, Yvonne Manore and Doris Hinck.

Lawrence Weber made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Ella Fritz made a second to the motion. · Motion carried.

Yvonne Manore, Coordinator, reviewed the III-B and III-D final fiscal report for 1989 and the fiscal III-B and III-D reports for 1990.

IIIC-1 and IIIC-2, 1990, fiscal and program reports were reviewed by Kathy Hass. Program income carryover from 1989 was entirely expended in February.

Doris Hinck, Activity Director of the Ellsworth Care Center was introduced. Doris gave a brief description of the program offered at the Ellsworth Care Cen.ter and her hopes for expansion. She also extended an invitation to those in attendance to stop in and have refreshments and visit with the residents.

Kathy Hass presented the annual report from the Office on Aging. This report included all programs and services administered by the Office on Aging. Kathy pointed out that the carryover amount had decreased in congregate meals IIIC-1, indicating the income is less than the the amount being spent.c($10893) Approximately the same amount of meals were served in 1988 and 1989. However, home delivered meals increased and congregate meal attendance decreased. The average donation for 1989 was $1.47 down from $1.52 average in 1988.

The council discussed requesting congregate meal participants to try to raise their donation toward the cost of the meal. Many participants cannot afford to pay a larger donation, but many can afford to contribute more. Council members agreed it is worthwhile to remind participants to contribute the amount they can comfortably afford.

Lawrence Weber shared a problem that an Elmwood resident is having with getting the driveway to the home repaired. The individual is not 60 years of age and therefore does qualify for assistance from the Office on Aging. This individual was referred to the local West CAP worker. It was suggested that Human Services may be able to assist by using general relief funds. The individual cannot afford to pay for the repair.

A new resource booklet was distributed to all council members. The information booklet was recently up-dated. Resource booklets will be available at county senior centers.

Helen Halberg reported on the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Board of Directors meeting that was held March 23 at St. Bede's Priory in Eau Claire.

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Frail elderly will be targeted in the future three year plan. Churches are being encouraged to take a more active role in locating and serving the over 85 years of age group. Helen noted staff changes at the AAA.

An alternate to the AAA Board has not been formally appointed. Helen was advised to appoint any member of the council to attend the AAA Board meetings when she is unable to go. Helen invited any council members interested to notify her and they could ride with her to these meetings.

Betty Gunderson reminded council members of the Wisconsin Coalition of Aging groups meeting to be held April 2 at the Menomonie Senior Center. The cost is $3.50. Betty will be driving and invited others to ride with her.

Lawrence Weber and Betty Gunderson reported on the progress of the Pierce County Housing Authority. Federal programs offer $50 .:million, for housing. 85-95 percent of the programs and grants available target the elderly population. By Augqst the Housing Authority plans to have developed goals and objectives and a minimal budget to present to the Pierce County Board of Supervisors to pay expenses incurred by the members; including telephone calls, postage and mileage reimbursement. Other county offices will be contacted to obtain any information they may have concerning types of housing needs in Pierce County. Discussion followed concerning the availability of two bedroom apartments with garageofor elderly persons.

Kathy announced that the Office on Aging will be writing a three year plan (1991-1993). This council will be utilized to help in this planning.

Pam Korsgaard distributed an audit report recently completed for ORE, Inc. The Office on Aging contracts with ORE, Inc., for information and referral and benefit specialist services. Donations have increased. Pam explained that the plea in the newsletter;about there being a shortage of funds for this service, brought in the greatest amount of contributions. Notice was made of the high cost of the liability insurance.

Pam reported that the Volunteer Clearinghouse is still not getting a great response. Plenty of agencies are requesting volunteers, but very few persons are volunteering.

Yvonne Manore distributed information about the 1990 Census. Yvonne requested that council members be aware of friends and neighbors that may need assistance in filling out the census forms due to visual problems, illness~ and unawareness.Correct count is pertinent to legislative representation and funding allocations.

Pam discussed the Medicare workshop that was held on March 24. Pam requested input from council members concerning a better time to reschedule the workshop. Pam had expected a larger attendance from the River Falls Area. Members suggested an early evening meeting and at a central location.

The next meeting of the Council will be on April 30.

Volunteer recognition will be held on April 23.

Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN FFICE ON AGING

COURTHOUSE, BOX 670 ELLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-3531, Ext. 238

COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING NOTICE

DATE: August 27, 1990

TIME: 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: New County Office Building - Meeting Room 1 in basement. Enter ground level from East parking lot.

AGENDA

Call To Order

Roll Call

Reading and Approval of Minutes from last Meeting - June 25

Program and Financial Reports-Title III-B - Yvonne Manore

Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I& II Kathy Hass

Other Reports

AAA Board Report-Helen Halberg

AAA Advisory Council Report - Betty Gunderson

Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson

Coalition Convention - Marie Helmueller

Housing Committee Report - Lawrence Weber & Betty Gunderson

Legal Services Report - Pam Korsgaard

1990 Fair - Yvonne

New Business: 1991 Budget Requests

Western Wisconsin Area Plan Review & Approval Tour of new office Building

Working today for a better tomorrow


MINUTES- August 27, 1990 9de Copy

(j_~aunty CfeJ;, 4 O(ft.a.. The Pierce County Council on Aging met in the Pierce County Offic'e

Building Meeting Room #1 on August 27, 1990. President Helen Halberg called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.

Members attending included: Roy Finley, Ella Fritz, Arnold Galoff, Betty Gunderson, Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Marie Helmueller, Pamela Korsgaard, Clarence Schroeder and Otto Thompson. Staff present included Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore. Mary Newville, an intern with the EARS Office also attended.

Arnold Galoff made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Ella Fritz made a second to the motion. Motion carried.

The Title III-B and Title III-D program and fiscal reports ending July 31, 1990, were given by Yvonne Manore. Yvonne explained that transportation services were for medical purposes only. An overall budget status was also reported. Fifty-one percent of the total funds have been expended.

Kathy Hass reviewed program and fiscal reports for congregate and homedelivered meal programs. The home-delivered meal program increased 34% during 1989. It is expected that this program will continue to expand. Donations made by the participants are very good.

A chart showing the percent of population increase by age from 1990-2000 was reviewed. Kathy noted the large growth in the 80-89 and 90+ age groups. Kathy also summarized a study made in the Wisconsin Bureau on Aging concerning the nutrition program. State and Area efforts are being made to increase the funding for this program. Kathy is a member of a District committee studying the nutrition program and providing information for the legislature.

Helen Halberg attended the August Area Agency Board meeting. After review of the Area Agency on Agency (AAA) plan for 1991-1993, the group prioritized the following services: Long-Term Support, transportation, services for persons with disabilities and nutrition. ~It will be encouraged that the Cancer Society and the Kidney Dialysis Foundation provide funds for transportation to treatment. The board noted that nutrition and transportation programs need funding increases.

Betty Gunderson reported that at the recent meeting of the AAA Advisory Committee the by-laws were reviewed. Members were requested to monotor the Long-Term Support programs in their counties. Housing was discussed including the Community Housing Information Service for Seniors (CRISS). They also discussed volunteer opportunities and ways to increase participation at senior centers.

Helen invited members to an Open House at the River Falls Senior Center on October 20. EARS and FISH will also participate.

The recent convention of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CI..JAG) was attended by Marie and Oliver Helmueller of Plum City and Sophia and Phillip Olson of Spring Valley. Marie reported that health insurance and rising health care costs are a concern. Wisconsin is a model for other states and Australia in the Community Options Program (COP). In the nation,


Wisconsin ranks first in keeping people in their own homes. Minnesota ranks first in number of nursing home beds available. The Canadian Health Care Plan is being seriously studied here as a solution to health care problems. Intergenerational programs were discussed. A number of programs supported by the CWAG are intergenerational including: Homestead Tax Credit, energy assistance, COP, insurance, and long-term care. Alex Trebek, encouraged volunteerism and concern for each other. The CWAG platform was approved and Marie has a copy if anyone is interested in reviewing it.

September 17, at 9:00a.m. a district CWAG meeting will be held at the Menomonie Senior Center. Each county was asked to bring three items for the door prize drawing. Betty G. intends to drive and will have room for others that may wish to attend. Centers are asked to donate prizes for the drawings.

Betty Gunderson reported for the Pierce County Housing Authority. Betty presented an extensive report prepared by the Housing Authority~(HA). The HA will request a one time grant from the Pierce County Board of Supervisors in the amount of $7500"for start-up funds. Pierce County has not applied for available government housing funds. A part-time employee would be hired to write grants to secure funding. Funding of this position would be included in the grants secured. However, until a grant is received, the county funds would be utilized. Some perdiem has been paid but all other work such as phone calls, letter writing and the report have been completed by volunteers. Information is being stored in the computer at the Pierce County Economic Development Office. The Prescott and River Falls Housing Authority have done an excellent job but other areas of the county are in real need. Kathy Hass pointed out that many elderly persons have moved from Pierce County in order to obtain suitable housing.

Pam Korsgaard reported that benefit specialists received training recently on stress. The program is growing - August calls are comparable to January, the month.in which the most calls are received.

AARP has recently trained more volunteers to offer help with medicare claims.

Presentations are being prepared for senior centers. Subjects include: living wills, durable power of attorney-health care, filing medicare claims and filing supplemental insurance claims.

A change beginning September 1, 1990, requiries providers to file all medicare claims. Pam will investigate and report at the next meeting of this committee as to whether or not supplemental insurance companies will accept claims directly submitted by the client, or if they must be submitted by the medicare provider. Pam cautioned the committee that doctors are not required .to accept Medicare assignment.

Yvonne Manore gave a report on Senior Citizens Day, August 10, at the Pierce County Fair. Over 80 water samples were tested in the Senior Citizens Building. An extensive display on recycling was also at the Senior Citizens Building. "Old Hickory", a male vocal quartet was the grandstand attraction. This entertainment was paid in full by the Pierce County Fair Committee.


Yvonne encouraged ·committee members to share ideas on next years pr9gram and the use of the Senior Citizens Building.

The 1991, budget est~mates and the 1991 Pierce County Budget request were explained by Kathy Hass. ·Funding includes State, Federal and local monies. About 60% of the total funds are Federal and 40% local funds. The request from Pierce County for 1991 is $63500. This is 18% of the total funding. Two days of the secretary will be requested from county funds instead of using home-delivered meal funds. In the early 80's the secretary position was cut from five to four days a week in an effort to strech funding. Audit costs increase each year also. Transportation costs are also on the rise. The 1991, budget is up $10000 from 1990 due to these changes.

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Roy Finley made a motion to approve the 1991 budget request for the Pierce County Office on Aging. Betty Gunderson made a second to the motion. Motion carried.

Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve the Western Wisconsin Area Plan. Marie Helmueller made a second to the motion.

Yvonne made comments about the mini-hearing held in Spring Valley at the senior center. About 30~35 persons attended. Priorities were: Homedelivered meals, guardianship/caregivers, intergenerational programs, longterm support, information and referral, new participants at the senior centers, congregate meals and advocacy.

The motion to approve the Area Plan carried.

Next meeting of this committee will be October 1, at 1:00 in meeting room #1 in the Pierce County Office Building.

Yvonne announced that Harold Waltz would no longer represent the frail elderly population on the Pierce County Long-Term Support Committee. This is a very important position and she urged committee members to help fill this vacancy.

On this committee, the terms of Clarence Schroeder and Betty Gunderson will be expiring in 1990. Their names may be submitted for re-appointment.

The annual meeting will be held the end of October and officiers will be elected at that time.

Yvonne informed members of the Alzheimer's training to be held September 19, here in the new office building at 7:00. She urged members to attend and to tell others that may be interested in attending.

Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670

.LSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 ""15-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, October 29, 1990

TI.ME: l: 0 0 p.m.


AGENDA Call To Order

Roll Call

Reading and Approval of Minutes from last Meeting



Other Reports



Legal Service Report - Pam Korsgaard

Housing Authority Report - Lawrence Weber & Betty Gunderson

AAA Special Nutrition Committee Report - Kathy Hass

New Business: Election of Officers

Information on Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care by Pam Korsgaard, Benefit Specialist

Resignation of Maiden Rock Council Member



MINUTES - October 29, 1990 9ife Copy

County CfeJ:, 1~ Df{La.L The Pierce County Council on Aging met in

Building Meeting Room #1 on October 29, 1990. called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.

the Pierce County Office President Helen Halberg

Members attending included: Roy Finley, Ella Fritz, Arnold Galoff, Betty Gunderson, Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Marie Helmueller, Pam Korsgaard, Otto Thompson, and Lawrence Weber. Staff present included Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore from the Pierce County Office on Aging and David Boerner from the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging. Guest Rhoda Wood, Elders Area Resource Service (EARS), employee also attended.

Marie Helmueller made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Lawrence Weber made a second to the motion. Motion carried.

The Title III-B and Title III-D program and fiscal reports ending September 30, 1990,. were given by Yvonne Manore. Yvonne explained that Alzheimer's Grant funds were used for chore service, respite care, materials, training and administration. Five different individuals are being served in the Alzheimer's Program. The program numbers on the Title III-B and Title III-D reports represents unduplicated counts and not units of service.

Kathy Hass reviewed the program and fiscal reports for the congregate and home-delivered meal programs. USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), payments are still behind. The homedelivered meal program funds are almost depleted for 1990. Funds from the congregate program will be used to pay expenses of the homedelivered meal program. One hundred forty-three different individuals have been served in the home-delivered meal program during 1990. It is hoped that increased funding may come from the State of Wisconsin in 1991.

Helen Halberg reported that the Area Agency on~Aging Board of Directors had not met since our last meeting.

Betty Gunderson reported that the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council had not met since our last meeting. However, the Council will be reviewing county plans at the next meeting to be held on Friday. Betty's group will review Pepin, Monroe and Burnett Counties.

The Pierce County Plan for Older Persons has received an Area Agency on Aging staff review and this review will be shared at the next mee~ing of this committee.

Pam Korsgaard reported on legal services and gave an update on the AARP (American Association of Retired Persons), Medicare volunteers.

The legal service program will be somewhat different in 1991. St. Croix County wants their benefit specialist to work two days a week out of their office in Hammond, Wisconsin. Pierce County cannot afford to finanace the separate EARS Office located in River Falls alone. Therefore, a new schedule/workplace must be achieved for the benefit

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specialist in Pierce County. funded the EARS Office in the out by January 1, 1991.

Pierce and St. Croix Counties have jointly past. Hopefully, all details will be worked

Lawrence Weber and Betty Gunderson reported on the progress of the housing authority. Two grant applications are being completed at this time and it is planned to have a part-time staff person after January 1, 1991.

The Council on Aging commended the Pierce County Housing Authority on the progress made during the past year in exploring housing needs in Pierce County and efforts to fill those needs.

Kathy Hass reported on the Area Agency on Aging Special Nutrition Committee. A meeting with Governor Thompson is planned. More information is being compiled.

Roy Finley inquired about the status of surplus commodities. It was noted that different food items are distributed each month. The nutrition program received surplus commodities fourteen years ago. Now the USDA pays 57¢ per meal served instead of sending the commodities.

Pam Korsgaard had been nominated as secretary at the previous meeting of the Council but, Kathy has been advised by the Pierce County Corporate Counsel that since we have a contract with Pam's corporation, it would be best if Pam declined the nomination for secretary in order to avoid conflict of interest.

Election of officiers was held for the 1991 year. The secretary was instructed to cast a unanimous ballot for the slate of officiers; PresidentHelen Halberg, Vice-president, Roy Finley and Secretary - Betty Gunderson. Lawrence Weber made the motion, Marie Helmueller made the second.· Motion carried.

The committee requested that Yvonne bring a sample by-law correction concerning the position and duties of the secretary to the next meeting. Minutes are written, distributed, and filed by an Office on Aging staff person.

Pam Korsgaard gave a presentation on the Wisconsin Durable Power of Attorney-Health Care and the Wisconsin Living Will. Copies of each document plus the Minnesota Health Care Declaration were distributed to each member. Many persons from this area go into Minnesota to receive medical car~ and therefore, may wish to have the Minnesota Document.

Pam is available to make presentations at senior centers on this subject. Other Council members were urged to schedule Pam at their local senior center to share this valuable information with their participants.

It was noted that it is a State mandate that upon admittance to a nursing home an individual must have a signed Durable Power of AttorneyHealth Care.

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Joe Seeley Council on Aging Representative from Maiden Rock has resigned from the Council on Aging due to health reasons. Joe's term would expire in 1992. It is hoped that the Maiden Rock Senior Citizens would name a replacement by the November meeting of this committee.

The November meeting of this committee will be held on the 26th. at 1:00 p.m. in the Pierce County Office Building Meeting Room #1.

Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING ""'IERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ELLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, November 26, 1990

TIME: 1:00 p.m.



Roll Call




Other Reports





New Business:

Amend 1990 III-B Allocations

Approval of Maiden Rock Representative



Minutes 9ile Copy

t!o®ty e&t&. ~ Offlcs, The Pierce County Council on Aging met in the Pierce County Office

Building Meeting Room #1 on November 26, 1990. President Helen Halberg called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.

Members attending included: Roy Finley, Arnold Galoff, Betty Gunderson, Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Marie Helmueller, Pamela Korsgaard, Harold Waltz, Otto Thompson, and Lawrence Weber.

Roy Finley made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting. Arnold Galoff made a second to the motion. Motion carried.

The Title III-B and Title III-D program and fiscal reports ending October 31, 1990, were given by Yvonne Manore. Yvonne also gave the financial report for other programs administered by the Pierce County Office on Aging.

Prog~am and fiscal reports for congregate and home-delivered meals were reviewed by Kathy Hass. Funds will carry the programs through to the end of this year. Kathy reminded Council members that congregate funds may be used to pay for home-delivered meals but home-delivered meal funds may not be used to pay for congregate meals. A very small increase has been allocated by the United States Government for the nutrition program for 1991.

Halen Halberg attended the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors meeting. County plans were reviewed by the Directors. Helen reported that the Pierce County Plan was approved by the Board with very minor adjustments. Final approval of the plan will be made on November 30. Adjustments to the plan have been made.

Betty Gunderson gave a report on the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board meeting. Betty reported that this committee also reviewed county plans. The Advisory Board will receive information in the future about the Community Options Program (COP) and long-term support in our area. It was noted that many counties have a waiting list, however at this time Pierce County does not have a waiting list for COP.

Pierce County Benefit Specialist, Pam Korsgaard, reported on a communication from the Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner concerning Metropolitian Life Insurance Company of New York. Many people have not collected death benefits. If you know of anyone that may have purchased this insurance from 1879-1964, please have them contact the company.

Pam alerted Council members of a possible trend in nursing homes refusing to admit Medical Assistance (MA) clients. Nursing homes are reimbursed a smaller amount for MA clients than they may charge private pay clients. Nursing homes are losing money. Labor costs have increased for nursing homes.

Kathy Hass explained the plan for the Benefit Specialist Services for 1991. This service will be provided out of the River Falls EARS Office for Pierce County. The City.of River Falls has agreed to not charge rent for the space occupied at the Ingram Center. This was a consideration in keeping the office open. St. Croix County will not be using the EARS Office in River Falls for Benefit Specialist Services but, will offer these services from the Hammond Office on Aging. One Benefit Specialist

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will serve both counties. A Green Thumb worker will answer Information and Referral (I&R) questions at the EARS Office in River Falls for Pierce County.

Lawrence Weber and Betty Gunderson reported for the Pierce County Housing Authority. A staff person will not be hired immediately but perhaps later on in 1991.

A grant application is being completed for submission in December. Pierce County has not requested funds for this purpose in the past and therefore should stand a good chance of getting the grant. The western half of Pierce County has adequate housing but the eastern half of Pierce County is inadequate in meeting housing needs.

The food shelf was discussed. Confidentiality is hard to maintain when distributing food boxes. Betty Gunderson explained that Our Savior's Lutheran Church has a food shelf and handmade quilts for the needy. Helen Halberg, a volunteer for. FISH, Inc. in River Falls, related that an excellent amount of clothing is available for 25¢ each to those in need. Members were urged to submit names to Human Services for the Christmas boxes.

Yvonne Manore presented amendments to the Title III-B program allocations. Medical Transportation 60+ - would be decreased by $3800, add $1900 to Agency Systems Management and add $1900 to Chore Service/Homemaker.

Lawrence made a motionto amend the 1990 III-B program allocations.60+ Medical Transportation - $3080, Agency Systems Management - $14494 and Homemaker/Chore Service - $8158. Motion was seconded by Betty Gunderson. Motion carried.

Harold Waltz was welcomed as the Maiden Rock representative on this committeeo Harold will complete the unexpired term of Joe Seeley who recently resigned due to health.

Lawrence Weber made a motion to recommend that Harold Waltz be appointed to the Pierce County Council on Aging to fill the unexpired term of Joe Seeley. Roy Finley made a second to the motion. Motion carried.

This committee will not meet during December.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING ,IERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ELLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, January 28, 1991

TIME: 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: New county Office Building - Meeting Room 1 in basement. Enter ground level from East parking lot.


Roll Call

·Reading and Approval of Minutes from last Meeting

Program and Financial Reports-Title III-B, County, and Service Program Reports - Yvonne Manore


Other Reports






Report on Senior Statesman Program - Yvonne

By-law Changes

Video on 4th Annual Marybelle Rickner Symposium on Aging

Any Other Business



Minutes

The Pierce County Council on Aging met in Building Meeting Room #1 on January 28, 1991. called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.

the Pierce County O.f;fice President Helen Halberg

Members attending included: Roy Finley, Ella Fritz, Arnold Galoff, Betty Gunderson, Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Marie Helmueller, Harold Waltz, Clarence Schroeder, Otto Thompson and Lawrence Weber. Staff present included: Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

Arnold Galoff made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting. Lawrence Weber made a second to the motion. Motion carried.

The Title III B and Title III D program and fiscal reports ending December 31, 1990, were reviewed by Yvonne Manore. Yvonne also gave an up-date on other programs administered by the Pierce County Office on Aging as of December 31, 1990. This report is not the final report for 1990, since December bills were paid in January, 1991.

Program and fiscal reports for congregate and home-delivered meals were reviewed by Kathy Hass. Kathy reminded Council members to post the program report at their local senior center. Kathy reported that there will be a balance in the congregate program of approximately $15000 to $20000. Kathy informed members that many counties are running short of funds and county governments are contributing local funds to congregate meals to finish out the year.

The home delivered meal program grew tremendously in 1989 and decreased some in 1990, but is still larger than it was during 1988.

Average donation for the entire county was $1.75. The average donation for a home delivered meal for the entire county was $1.98. These averages are very good.

Helen Halberg attended the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging (WWAAA), Board of Directors meeting held in Eau Claire. Thomas Fraiser, Executive Director of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG), gave the board members an up-date on issues the CWAG will be addressing during the legislative biennual budgeting process. Issues include elder abuse, Community Options Program (COP), elderly and handicapped specialized transportation, elderly nutrition program and the Wisconsin Elders Act. Funds are tight and it is hoped we may keep what we already have.

Helen also announced the "Nutrition Renewal" in Eau Claire on February 8, at the Holiday Inn. nutrition program is encouraged to attend. Kathy

roundtable to be held Anyone interested in the will be attending.

Betty Gunderson announced that the WWAAA Advisory Board will not meet until February. Betty will continue to serve as a member of the Advisory Council's sub-committee on long term support and housing.

David Boerner, Elderly Services Specialist at the WWAAA, contacted Betty and requested that she attend a State Housing meeting to be held in Madison. Betty would represent WWAAA Advisory Council and the Pierce

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County Housing Authority. All expenses would be paid by the WWAAA.

Kathy briefly explained the Wisconsin Elders Act. The Act will define the responsibilities of the county office on aging in the Wisconsin Statutes. Funding is not a part of the Wisconsin Elders Act.

The Pierce County Housing Authority report was given by Betty Gunderson. The committee is waiting to hear about the grant application. Also the Housing Authority has received $7500 from Pierce County for 1991. The number of phone calls to Bill Warner and Betty Gunderson inquiring about housing availability are being recorded to document need.

Betty Gunderson, reported the CWAG is asking members to support the men and women serving in "Desert Sheild". Fly a flag or correspond with someone in the armed services.

Yvonne Manore read a report prepared by Pam Korsgaard, Benefit Specialist. Pam requested the Office on Aging to take responsibility for expenses and co-sponsorship of the Medicare Helper volunteer program. Virginia Allen and Janet Carey, local coordinators for this area will be invited to the meeting of this committee during February to make a presentation on co-sponsorship.

The 1991, Senior Statesmanship Program will be attended by Ethel and Mark Stockwell of Ellsworth. Ethel and Mark are active participants of the Ellsworth Senior Center. A scholarship has been applied for and awarded by the \iWAAA and the Pierce County Office on Aging will sponsor the other participant. Ethel and Mark will attend the program held in Madison during the month of June.

At the request of the Council, Yvonne Manore made the changes to the by-laws under Article Five, Section Five: Duties of Officiers - Secretaries duties. This was the first reading of the amendment. The second reading will be during the February meeting, at which time the by-law amendment may be adopted.

The next meeting of this committee will be February 25 at 1:00 p.m. The place will be determined later.

Kathy Hass introduced the video to be shown today entitled ''Making the Most of Your Retirement; Financial and Legal Considerations", by Brent Skinner. This video and three others have been loaned to our office from Stout University. The videos were made during the 4th Annual Marybelle Rickner Syi:nposium on Aging held in Menomonie. Other tapes available include: Health Initiatives for the Future, Volunteerism in Retirement, and Social Change During Retirement. The tapes will be available to senior centers in Pierce County. Contact the Office on Aging to schedule any of the tapes.

After the viewing of the video the meeting was adjourned.

•JERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ONAGING .lEitCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX G70 : T T.JSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 7L _/3-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, February 25, 1991

TI.ME: 1: 0 0 p.m.

PLACE: New County Off ice Building Conference Room C floor. Enter ground level from East parking lot, stairs or elevator to 2nd floor. Stop at Office for directions.


Roll Call


on 2nd and tal:::e on Aging

Program and Financial Reports-Title III-13, County, and Service Program Reports - Yvonne Manore


1990 Annual Report - Kathy

Other Reports AAA Board Report-IIelen Halberg

AAA Advisory Council Report - I3etty Gunderson




Repo!~ on Nutrition Renewal Roundtable - Kathy

By-la'd Change~> - 2nd HeadinCJ and Adoption

Presentation on f·1edicare Helper Program - Virginia Allen and Janet Carey

Working Loday for a better tomorrow

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The Pierce County Council on Aging (PCCoA), met in the Pierce County Office Building Meeting Room #1 on February 25, 1991. President Helen Halberg called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.

Roll call of members attending included: Roy Finley, Ella Fritz, Arnold Galoff, Betty Gunderson, Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Marie Helmueller, Pamela Korsgaard, Harold Waltz, Clarence Schroeder, Otto Thompson, and Lawrence Weber. Staff present included Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore. Guests present included Janet Carey from Menomonie and Virginia Allen from River Falls, both representing AARP Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP).

Roy Finley made a motion to approve the minutes of. the last meeting. Lawrence Weber made a second to the motion. · Motion carried.

The Title III-B and Title III-D, State and local fiscal program report ending January 31, 1991, was reviewed by Yvonne. She explained that the final 1990 program and fiscal report would be covered in the 1990 annual report later in today's agenda.

Program and fiscal reports for congregate and the home-delivered meal program ending January 31, 1991, were reviewed by Kathy. Kathy again reminded PCCoA members to post the program report at their local senior center.

Kathy led the review of the 1990 Annual Report for the Pierce County Office on Aging (PCOoA). Funding resources, expenses and in-kind for each resource was reported. Total program funds plus in-kind for 1990 totaled $410740.44.

The home-delivered meal and congregate meal program are reimbursed 57¢ per meal served by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The carryover for the meal program from donations totaled $23300.11. County-wide average meal donation for congregate was $1.87, average for home-delivered meals was $1.98. Donations from all of the grant programs must be expended by purchasing more services in the specific program i~ which it was received.

Population statistics for elders in Pierce County were discussed. Pierce County shows 13 persons as the minority population, 443 persons below poverty level and 363 between 100% and 125% of poverty. The Federal government may change the funding formula to allocate funds based on the number of minorities and low income persons residing within the county.

Ella Fritz made a motion to accept the report as given and Roy Finley made the second. Motion carried.

Roy Finley as Chairman of the Pierce County Human Services Board, commended the PCOoA and Child Support Programs for their accomplishments in 1990. The reports were recently reviewed by the Human Services Board members.

Helen Halberg attended the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging (WWAAA), Board of Directors meeting held in Eau Claire. Joan Camp, WWAAA

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staff attorney, reported on her recent tour of England. Pam Korsgaard and husband Ross made the arrangements for this tour. Joan related how Medical care in England for elders differs from the United States. Doctors make home visits, specialists are scarce and an elder may have to wait up to two years for specialized surgury. Nursing homes have many beds per room (12-18). The aging programs in England are not supported by government funds. The funds are raised by selling clothing and furniture in stores. Items are donated to the stories for resale. England is liability free and does not have handicapped accessibility. Elders can purchase health care in England if they can afford it. Nutrition in England means santitation. Pam also made this trip to England and was happy to hear the positive feedback.

Betty Gunderson attended the WWAAA Advisory Board meeting and presented a schedule of informative subjects that are scheduled for this group during 1991. Helen and Betty invited other members of the PCCoA to attend these meetings if there is a subject of interest. The meetings are always the last Friday of the month from 10:00 - 3:00 in Eau Claire.

Betty shared a legislative alert with members concerning metered phone calls. Assembly bill #19 will preserve the flat rate service however, it will not prohibit a pay per call billing that is being imposed by some phone companies. It is feared that pay per call would eliminate some volunteerism and cause a hardship for homebound and low income elderly. Betty urged members to contact Sheila Harsdorf, Assembly Representative and the Governor to support Assembly bill #19 so that consumers may continue to choose their own rate structure.

Pam Korsgaard, Pierce County Benefit Specialist, reported that the new working arrangement for legal services with St. Croix and Pierce County seems to be going well. Pearl Berger will work as the benefit specialist during Pam's upcoming absence.

Lawrence Weber and Betty Gunderson reported that.word has not been received concerning the grant application made by the Pierce County Housing Authority (PCHA). The PCHA has made another grant application to WHEDA for renovation and new building. The annual meeting of the PCHA will be held on Friday, March 1 at 2:00 in the Pierce County Board of Supervisors meeting room.

Betty Gunderson also presented an Action Alert concerning the "elderly lobby" image from the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups.

Kathy Bass reported on the Nutrition Renewal Roundtable recently held in Eau Claire. It is hoped a block grant will be made by the Federal government to the State of Wisconsin and the State will allocate the funding for the nutrition program. Discussion on how a county would down size meal sites and participation in the event allocations lessen.

A second reading of the PCCoA by-laws proposed change was presented by Yvonne. (Article Five, Section Five). Lawrence Weber made a motion

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to approve the by-law change as read and Arnold Galoff made a second to the motiono Motion carried.

Janet Carey of the MMAP explained the counseling program. Janet asked the Pierce County Office on Aging to co-sponsor the program. The EARS Office has sponsored the program prior to the re-organization of the Benefit Specialist/Information and Referral Program. In a six county area there are approximately twenty-four volunteers. Virginia Allen will co-ordinate the program in four counties; Barron, Polk, St. Croix and Pierce. Dunn and Pepin County will be under Janet Carey. Sponsorship would involve mileage reimbursement for volunteers to attend trainings and make home visits. Also access to copy machine and telephone at the PCOoA. Publicity of the program is needed. Annual cost for the program has been around $40.

Betty Gunderson made a motion that the PCOoA co-sponsor the.}frffiP volunteers and Marie Helmueller made a second to the motion. · Motion carried.

Yvonne presented a request from St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Prescott for the mailing list of persons receiving the Pierce County Senior Citizen's Newsletter in Prescott for the purpose of personally inviting them to a dinner to be held in March. It has been past policy that the newsletter list not be shared with anyone.

After discussion, Roy Finley made a motion the list be shared with the church for use just for the dinner invitations and returned to the PCOoA. A second was made by Ella Fritz. Motion carried.

The next meeting of the PCCoA will be March 25 at 1:00-pom. in meeting room #1. Council members were alerted of the Volunteer Recognition Party to be held April 22 at 1:30 in the St. Francis School Hall at Ellsworth.

Meeting adjournedo

~>IERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN l)FFICE ON AGING

IERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 I :..SWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 --:~.5-273-3531, Ext.· 238


DATE:Monday, June 22, 1992

TIME:l:OO P.M.

PLACE:Meeting Room I - Pierce County Office Building Park on East Side of Building - enter ground level.

AGENDA

Call To Order

Roll Call


Reports Program and Financial Reports-Title III B & County Funds,

& Service Programs - Yvonne Manore

Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I& II - Kathy Hass


AAA Advisory Council - Betty Gunderson

Housing Authority Report - Betty Gunderson

Other Business: Explanation and Overview of Community Health Home Care Programs - Pat Nohelty, Home Care Coordinator.

Introduction and report from Lorna Gauthier, AAA Field Representative to Pierce County.



Minutes

The Pierce County Council on Aging (PCCdA) met in the Pierce County Office Building in meeting room #1, on June 22, 1992. In the absence of Chairperson, Helen Halberg, the Vice-chairperson, Marie Helmueller called the meeting to order at 1:00 P.M.

Members attending included: Betty Gunderson, Iona Hamman, Marie Helmueller, Bernard Grant, Harold Waltz, Clarence Schroeder, Donald Johnson, Lloyd Yanisch, and Ralph Marquardt. Carol Yauch was excused and Helen Halberg was absent. Lorna Gauthier, Field Representative from the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging OwAAA) , Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore from the Pierce County Office on Aging (PCOoA) also attended.

Lloyd Yanisch made a motion to accept the minutes as mailed, second by Ralph Marquardt. · Motion carried.

The fiscal report for Title III-B, Title III-D, State and local resources was presented by Yvonne Manore. A letter from a medical transportation recipient was shared by Kathy Hass. The recipient appreciated the opportunity to get transportation to medical services and enclosed a generous donation.

Kathy Hass reviewed the fiscal reports for Title III-C-1, Title III-C-2, USDA and Community Service. The annual audit has been completed f·or 1991. The auditor observed that the Pierce County average meal donation was $2.03. This is higher then the surrounding counties average meal donation.

No report was given on the WWAAA Advisory Council since the group will not meet until June 26.

Betty Gunderson reported that Jean Krause was recently hired as the new director for th~ Pierce County Housing Authority. Jean is busy preparing a grant application due June 30. Two other grant applications will be submitted in the near future. A rent certificate voucher program and energy program would serve fifty households. There is administration money included in this program.

A letter from Francis B~j~l~ki,Fund Drive Chairman, District 6 of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) was shared by Betty Gunderson. The letter addressed the fund raiser where each CWAG member is requested to donate $1.00. Betty has forwarded the donation from the PCCoA for 1992.

Betty and Percy Gunderson and Donald and Gladys Johnson will attend the CWAG Convention in Stevens Point on July 22-24.

Dorothy Beix, Home Care Coordinator from the Pierce County Community Health Office gave a brief report on services available from this agency. Blood pressure and glaucoma screening will be offered to the general public during the Pierce County Fair.


The agency accepts referrals from anyone. Payment may be covered by Medicare, Medicaid, insurance or private pay. Fees are based on the income of the client and the annual audit cost for services. At present a registered nurse will cost $90. and a home health aide will cost $42. The adjusted fee could be as low as $10 and $7. There are 115 people on the caseload at present. The agency employs eight nurses in various locations throughout Pierce County. All are part time employees and report to the office once a week. Home health aides provide personal care and may clean the bathroom area of the home, change bed linens and wash clothes.

Due to early hospital discharge, increased older population and the decision of some ·patients to die at home, the need for home care services has increased dramatically.

Bernard Grant received a telephone call from an Elmwood resident requesting that bl.ood pressure screening be available at the senior center. Screening is now Provided at the Elmwood satellite office. Note was also made that the fee for the foot care clinic has been increased from $6. to $8.

The MvAAA Field Representative, Lorna Gauthier hopes to attend at least two meeting of the PCCoA per year. Lorna was very complimentary of the Pierce County Office on Aging staff, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore and noted also the generous donated services of Betty Gunderson, WWAAA Advisory Council ~ember and Helen Halberg, WWAAA Board of Directors Member.

The WWA.AA provides technical assistance to seventeen counties and two indian tribes in the District. A possible change in the Title III-C-1 funding formula could affect-- Pierce County and cause a possible loss of $10000 to the program. Efforts are in motion to include a larger portion of funds for counties with a minority population. It is hoped that a rural factor will also be included in the formula change.

New standards are being considered for the Benefit Specialist program. Kathy Hass and Mary Newville, Pierce County Benefit Specialist plan to attend the convention in July where the standards will be discussed.

In-put was requested of PCCoA members concerning Pierce County Fair activities. The fair will be August 6-9. Hedical Identification cards will be available at the Senior Citizen Building.

Members missed the availability of ice water last year. Many enjoyed the caricatures created by Nelson Brown of Maiden Rock.

Eldercare locator will be available in Wisconsin after July l. An eight hundred number may be dialed to get a phone number for services for old~r citizens in any state.


Due to mandated training for staff there will not be a PCCoA meeting in July.

The next meeting of this committee will be on August 24 at 1:00 P.M. The 1993, County Plan for Older Citizens will be discussed.

Ralph Marquardt made a motion to adjourn this meeting at 2:15. Second by Clarence Schroeder. Motion carr·ied.


Minutes

The Pierce County Council on Aging (PCCoA) , met in the Pierce County Office Building in meeting room #1, on August 24, 1992. Chairperson, Helen Halberg called the meeting to order at 1:00 P.M.

Members attending included: Betty Gunderson, Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Bernard Grant, Clarence Schroeder, Donald Johnson, Lloyd Janisch and Ralph Marquardt. ·pam Halter, Executive Director and Lorna Gauthier, Field Rep...., resentative from the Western Wisconsin Area Agenci on Aging (WWAAA) , Sherri Thompson, Supervisor/Mental Health · (,MH) and Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (AODA) , Pierce County Human Services, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore from the Pierce County Office on Aging also attended.

Donald Johnson made a motion to accept the minutes as mailed. Second by Ralph Marquardt. Motion carried.

Fiscal and program reports for Title III-B, Title III-D, State and .local resources was presented by Yvonne Manore. Chore service funds are near depletion.

Kathy Hass reviewed the fiscal and program reports for Title III-C-1, Title III-C-2, USDA and Community Service.

Pam Halter, Executive Director from WWAAA gave an over view of the Wisconsin Elders Act #235. Tenure for Council members is included in the Act. There must be an Aging Unit in each county and the aging unit powers and duties are defined also.

Pam reviewed the Benefit Specialist Program. The county must provide full time Benefit Specialist Services. Pierce County now provides 30 hours per week. . Full time would be 35 hours per week.

Reauthorization of the Older Americans Act must be completed by October 2, 1992, or several thousand doliars will be lost to Wisconsin from the USDA meal reimbursement. The reimbursement rate was scheduled to increase under the reauthorization. The act has been unsigned since September, 1991. The act is reviewed every three years.

It seems that AARP is lobbying to include a Social Security earnings test. Pam urged Council members to write or call their legislators and ask that the Older Americans Act be passed and to keep the Social Security earnings test as a separate issue. September 9, 1992, is the day people are urged to contact their U. S. legislators.


Two billion dollars has been shifted from the Low Income Energy Assistance Program to the Head Start Program. This decrease will be noticed by all low income families, not just elderly persons.

The State of Wisconsin is working on a new formula to allocate nutrition program funds. The formula must reflect the 1990 census data. Pierce County has more elders but did not gain as many as other counties. The formula to be · presented to Governor ThOmpson will include 90% for low income; 5%· for minority and 5% for rural. ·State nutrition .dollars have not been allocated.

Pam recognized Pierce ·county Council on Aging member Betty Gunderson for her outstanding advocacy for elders. Not only has she advocated locally but on the State and National level as well.

Sherri Thompson, Supervisor/MH and AODA, gave the Council a report on servicei, staff, access to services, procedures for evaluation, treatment and payment. The number of persons 65 and over only repreients abdut 3% of the total clients served by the unit. Individual,group therapy and support groups are established to assist in treatment.

Helen Halberg.reported that the WWAAA Board of Directors will meet next· Friday and job descriptions for staff are being up-dated. She also encouraged Council members to contact their legislators on elder issues.

Betty Gunderson, WWAAA Advisory Council member reported that a draft job description had been completed for ,Advisory members. She distributed copies of the recent Action Alert from the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG), concerning the reauthorization o·f ~the Older Americans Act.

The Pierce County Housing Authority will be submitting another grant on 8-25-92. County funds for the diredtor'~ salary is running low and.the future of our housing authority depends on receipt of a grant. The housing authority has applied for certificates for renters which may pay up to twothirds of the rent cost plus utilities for persons of all ages. Pierce County has an average rental cost that is higher than the state average and there£ore causes a problem when supplementing rental cost.

Helen acknowledged all the work and many hours that Betty has personally contributed to the success of the Pierce County Housing Authority. ~Thank you" was given to Betty for her efforts. ·


Donald Johnson gave a report on the CWAG Convention held in Stevens Point during July. Six hundred fifty persons attended. Health issues were a large part of the discussions. Exhibits and speakers made a very interesting convention. Twenty-five percent of the House of Representatives will be changed after the November elections. The poverty level is annual income of $10800. One in every eight children are on Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC). One in every 10-persons receive food stamps.

Betty distributed copies of the adapted platform of the CWAG. She urged members to read the booklet by Conrad Hoyer, "15 years'',. Individual membeiship is now available in the CWAG for a fee of $15. per year. -Individual .members are non-voting but will receive all information and a quarterly newsletter.

The district CWAG meeting will be September 14, at the Menomonie Leisure Center.

Yvonne Manore presented.the amendment to the 1992 Title III-B budget. The amendmentwould provide $2000 more to the chore service budget. It is hoped that with donations the program will be able to continue through December, 1992.

Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve the amendment, second was made by Ralph Marquardt. Motion ·c·arried.

Kathy Hass presented the proposed 1993 Pierce County budget. Line items 111-161 are increased according to union contacts. Postage is a new line item. Transportation is increased by $3000 due to the age of the ~ehicles and more repairs·are expected. Kathy reminded the Council that a grant for new vehicles has been approved but their arrival date is uncertain. Training is required for the bus and van drivers therefore an increase in expenditures is anticipated.

After discussion, Clarence Schroeder made a motion to recommend to the Human Services Board that the 1993. budget proposal be approved, second by Betty Gunderson. · M6tion carried.

The next meeting of this Council will be September 28 at 1:00 P.M.

Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ELLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE:Monday, October 26, 1992

TIME:l:OO p.m.

PLACE:Meeting Room I - Pierce County Office Building Park on East Side of Building - enter ground level.

AGENDA

Call To Order

Roll Call


Reports Program and Financial Reports-Title III B & County Funds,

& Service Programs - Yvonne Manore


Other Reports AAA Board Report-Helen Halberg


Housing Authority Report - Betty Gunderson

Coalition - Betty Gunderson

Legal Service Report - Kathy & Yvonne

Other Business: Nomination and Election of Officers Reappointment of Council Members 1992 Budget Amendment Transfer of Craft Shop Funds Discussion of October 21st Community Meeting


MEETING NOTICE

The Pierce County Council on Aging will meet on January 25, 1993 at 1:00 p.m. in the Pierce County Office Building. Agenda items include: Reports: Program and Financial, AAA Board & Advisory Council, Housing Authority, Coalition and Legal Service. Other Business: Recommend Appointment for Ellsworth Center Council Representative, Amend Bylaws, Review of MA Nursing Home Rules and Regulations-Jan Place, Economic Support Specialist.


DATE: Monday, January 24, l994

TIME: l:OO p.m.

PLACE: Meeting Room l - Pierce County Office Building Park on East Side of Building - enter ground level.

Call To Order Roll Call

AGENDA

Reading and Approval of Minutes from last Meeting Reports

Program and Financial Reports-Title III B & County Funds, & Servic~ Programs - Yvonne Manore






Other Business:

Senior Statesman Program

PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING JANUARY 24, 1994

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on January 24, 1994, at 1:00 p.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room #1.

Members attending included: Donald Johnson, Betty Gunderson, Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Bernard Grant, Ethel Stockwell, Harold Waltz, Millie Bartz and Marie Helmueller. Carol Yauch and Lloyd Janisch asked to be excused. Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass from the Pierce County Office on Aging also attended.

Donald Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes, second by Marie Helmueller. Motion carried.

Yvonne reviewed program and financial reports for Title IIIB, IIID, IIIF, county and state funds. She pointed out that the Title IIIF funds were 100% spent and not 43% as stated on the report.

Kathy gave program and financial reports for Title IIIC-1 & 2. More meals were home-delivered in 1993 than served at the congregate nutrition sites. The total meals served are lower in 1993 than in 1992. She also explained the home-delivered meal participant requirements, donation system, actual meal cost and nutrition site closing policy.

Halen Halberg reported that the next meeting of the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors will be next Friday. The legal assistance progra)D. contract will not be in effect until April 1, 1994, because of all the disagreements thus far.

Betty Gunderson was unable to attend the last Advisory Council meeting due to an injury she received in a fall. She will be Chairperson for the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Group raffle in District VI. The prizes will be awarded at the July Convention.

Yvonne gave a legal service report for June, 1993 to December, 1993. Things are going well and the final program requirements are in place.

Yvonne announced that 'Pearl Berger, Meal Site Manager from Prescott, is interested. fn attending the Senior Statesmanship Program during March. Yvonne has prepared an application for a scholarship for Pearl's expenses.

Other topics of discussion: Pierce County Fair bus and van transportation, Nutrition Survey, Pierce County Housing Authority disbandment, and the proposed legislation concerning assisted suicide.

Helen reminded Council members to post the meal site report. The· next meeting will be March 28, 1994, at 1:00 p.m. in

meeting room #1. Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING PlERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 . .-LSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 7 15-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, March 28, 1994

TIME: 1:oo p.m.

PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office Building Park on East Side of Building - enter ground level.


AGENDA

Reading and Approval of Minutes from last Meeting Reports

Program and Financial Reports-Title III B & County Funds, & Service Programs - Yvonne Manore






Other Business:

March 23: Coping With Alzheimers:You Are Not Alone

April 7: Health Fair at St. Francis Parish Hall

April 25: Volunteer Recognition

Annual Report


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING March 28, 1994

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on March 28, 1994, at 1:00 p.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room #1.

Members attending included: Carol Yauch, Betty Gunderson, Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Marie Helmueller, Bernard Grant, Ethel Stockwell, Lloyd Yanisch, and Donald Johnson. Harold Waltz asked to be excused.and Millie Bartz was absent. Staff attending included: Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

Donald Johnson made a motion to approve the minutes as mailed, second by Bernard Grant. Motion carried.

Yvonne and Kathy reviewed the program and financial reports with Council members. It was noted that positive feedback had been received concerning the new contract with the Berg Resturant in Ellsworth.

Helen Halberg reported on the last two meetings that she attended as a member of the Western Wisconsin Area.Agency on Aging Board of Directors. New staff is now in place and the office seems to be running smoothly. The legal service contract had been decided on and she was very excited about a report from a group called 0 Triniteam0 • Some counties in our district are fortunate to have this organization to provide volunteers to help others.

Betty Gunderson reported from the coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups that due to the number of phone calls received by legislators that the Community Options Program received more funding. _Health Care Reform for Wisconsin residents is lost in committee. Betty announced that the District meeting of the Coalition will be held in Menomonie on April 11. Betty also distributed raffle tickets to the members. This year the fund raiser for the Coalition is a raffle. Winners will be announced at the annual meeting to be held in July.

Yvonne gave a brief discription of the types of cases she has been working on since becoming the benefit specialist. She also reported on the recent teleconference "Coping With Alzheimer • s: You Are Not Alone0 • Yvonne announced that information about another teleconference scheduled for May 23 on Advanced Directives will be forthcoming.

Kathy Hass announced the Health Fair to be held April 7 at St. Framcis School Hall. This Health Fair is sponsored by the Ellsworth Community Education Committee. Human Services and our Office will take part in the fair.

Kathy also announced the volunteer recognition to be held on

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Apri1 25, 1994, at the St. Francis Schoo1 Ha11.

Kathy reviewed the Office on Aging 1993 Annua1 Report with committee members. Each year the tota1 number of peop1e served has decreased. The funding for the services has not increased since 1981. No one has been denied services and there is a ba1ance 1eft in most of the service accounts.

The next meeting of this Counci1 wi11 be he1d on May 23, 1994, at 1:00 p.m. in the Pierce County Office Bui1ding Meeting Room·#1.

Meeting adjourned •

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN 9FFICE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670

LSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 '15-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, May 23, 1994

TIME: 1:oo p.m.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS



Report on Family Nutrition Program - Kathy Hass


OTHER REPORTS




AAA Field Representative Report - Diane Rhein

OTHER BUSINESS:

Homemaker Policy

Video on Guardianship

Working today for a better tomo!TO\\.


MAY 23, 1994

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on May 23, 1994, at 1:00 p.m. ,at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room #1.

Members attending included: Carol Yauch, Betty Gunderson, Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Bernard Grant, Ethel Stockwell, Lloyd Yanisch, Harold Waltz, Millie Bartz, and Roman Peterson. Roman is a new supervisor of the Pierce County Board and has been appointed to the Council on Aging to replace Donald Johnson. Marie He1mue11er asked to be excused. Guests: Sheryn Brook, Executive Director, and Dianne Rhein, Field Representative, from the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging, (WWAAA). Pierce County Office on Aging staff included: Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass.

Minutes of the March 28, 1994, meeting was approved as mailed.

Program and financial reports were reviewed with Council Members.

Kathy informed members that a Family Nutrition Program Grant is being prepared by Linda Jacobson, Pierce County Family Living Agent, from the University Extension Office. She reported participating in an Americorp Program being administered by West CAP. The program involves students from Stout University and River Fa11s-UW helping individuals in their homes. Two students are requested for Pierce County •.

Helen Halberg, was unable to attend the WWAAA Board of Directors meeting on May 20, 1994. Kathy attended and shared information from that meeting. The WWAAA Annual Report was shared. Sanitation certification is under going some changes. It is unsure at this time if cooks or site managers will have to be certified. Betty Gunderson was appointed as·an alternate member of the W4A. In 1996 the National Meeting will be held in Milwaukee. Procedures to close meal sites permanently in the counties was discussed. The WWAAA Board of Directors must approve the closing.

Betty Gunderson reported on the Advisory Council Meeting held on May 20, 1994. The committee reviewed the WWAAA plan and made recommendations to the board of directors. The proposed CBRF, (Community Based Residential Facility) , regulations were reviewed. Betty urged members to call the legislative hotline concerning HSS 83, rule revision of the administrative code, and ask that qualified staff be in charge at CBRFs.

Last call for CWAG, (Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups) convention registration. The raffle is not going well. The CWAG needs financing. In 1993, one and one-half staff positions were cut.

Diane Rhein reported that a new member training for board members will be held in Eau Claire on June 1. She shared information about National Health Care Coverage, Comunity Options Program waiting lists, "Faith in Action", and Interfaith Caregiv-

Minutes May 23, 1994 Continued

ers. Yvonne explained that the Long Term Support Committee sug

g~sted that a written policy be established by the Council to address the possibility of a waiting list for Title III-B Supportive Home Care. Since the contracting out of the service the cost to the program has doubled.

Betty Gunderson made a motion that permission be given to establish a waiting. list for supportive home care if necessary. Second.by Bernard Grant. Motion passed.

Members viewed a video program on duties of a guardian. Betty Gunderson, Corporate Guardian, answered questions.

Yvonne reminded members of the "Advance Directives" workshop to be held this evening.

Meeting adjourned. The next meeting of this Council will be June 27, 1994.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUIJ!DING, BOX 670

.... LSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, July 25, 1994

TIME: 1:00 p.m.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS




OTHER REPORTS




Pierce County Fair - Yvonne

OTHER BUSINESS:

III-F Grants

Working today for a hetter tomoJTO\\.

PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING July 25, 1994

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on July 25, 1994, at 1:00 p.m. -at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room #1.

Members attending included: Betty Gunderson, Helen Hal-berg, rona Hamman, Ethel Stockwell, Lloyd Yanisch, and Roman Peterson. Marie Helmueller, Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant ·and Millie Bartz asked· to be excused. Pierce County Office on Aging staff included: Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass.

Minutes of the May 23, 1994, meeting was approved as mailed.

Program and financial. reports were reviewed with Council Members. Kathy pointed out that when the funding in III-C-2 is depleted, III-C-1 funds may be used to provide home delivered meals.

Yvonne Manore gave a legal ~ervice report. Forty-four cases have been opened since January 1, 1994. This number does not include the carry-over cases or the questions that have been answered or assistance given by telephone or in person. Rhoda Wood has observed an increase in telephone calls and walk-ins.

Helen Halberg, attended the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging (WWAAA), Board of Directors meeting. An evaluation of the executive director was recently completed with the result showing satisfaction. The executive director is trying to hold down the budget. A Personel Policy and Procedures manual has been prepared for WWAAA Staff. A change in the Wisconsin Elders Act has been proposed.

Betty Gunderson was unable to attend the Advisory Council Meeting. Betty reported that the Wisconsin Coalition of Aging Groups (CWAG), convention will be held this week in Stevens Point. The platform will have very few changes. The raffle has not been a success and will not be repeated. District VI, has sold $2141, far below the goal set by CWAG. Due to the decrease in fund raising the CWAG will probably have to reduce staff.

Yvonne gave a brief report on the Pierce County Fair activities for Senior Citizen Day, August 12. Persons 62 and over may _enter the fairgrounds that day for $1. Those under 62 will be expected to pay the regular fee. The Senior Citizen Building will be open on Friday, August 12 from 8:00 to 6:00. Registration for a cash prize drawing, fresh water from Culligan and lamination of Social Security, Medicare and Partnercare cards will be available. "Old Midwest Barn Dance" will provide entertainment for the free grandstand program at 1:30. Other activities include musical chairs, apple peeling contest, and a trip down memory lane. A shuttle service has also been added this year with parking available,in the Pierce County Office Building Parking area. On-street parking will not be permitted this year in the Village of Ellsworth. The two hour parking limit will be enforced.

Council on Aging Minutes, page 2

Yvonne presented two proposals that were submitted for Title III-F funding. Prescott requested $310 to fund a· line dancing instructor to teach a class for a ten week period. Videos purchased last year would be utilized. Maiden Rock requested $77 to purchase videos, instruction guides and publications relating to memory, well-being and physical fitness.

Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve the two proposals presented. Second by Lloyd Janisch. Motion carried.

Discussion followed concerning intergenerational activities. Members. expressed regret that the "Growing Up, Growing Older" series was discontinued. Yvonne suggested that a similiar program could be continued without the assistance of the videos. A call for volunteers to assist with various duties in the Ellsworth School District was unsuccessful. Not one person volunteered to assist with Kindergarten Round-up this past spring. The community education committee was hoping to involve more seniors in planning, coordinating and participation.

The next meeting of this committee will be August 22, 1994. Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING '>IERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670

~i'- ..-... SWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 Vo-273-3531, Ext. 238

COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING NOTICE C)~ .I/

DATE: Monday, Sgptember 26 7 1994

TIME: 1:oo p.m.

PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office Bu~lding Park on East·side of Building- enter ground level.


-_ AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS

Program and Financial Reports-Title III B & County Funds, & Service Programs - Yvonn·e Manore


Legal Service Report - Kathy &·· Yvonne

OTHER REPORTS



Coalition - Betty Gunderson .

Pierce County Fair - Yvonne

OTHER BUSINESS:

III-F Grants

Summary.of 1995 Budget

Working today for_.. a better tomorrovv

PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING OCTOBER 4, 1994

MINUTES

Members attending included: Betty Gunderson, Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Ethel Stockwell, Lloyd Yanisch, Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant and Millie Bartz. Marie Helmueller and Roman Peterson were excused. Al Bartz attended as a guest, and Office on Aging Staff included Kathy Hass. Yvonne,Manore was excused due to illness.

Minutes of the July 25, 1994 meeting were approved as mailed.

Kathy Hass reviewed Program and Financial Reports with Council members and explained that funding available was 55% expended through August.

Helen Halberg reported that the AAA Board of Directors met in Eau Claire on Friday, September 23rd. Because of declining interest rates and some errors in budgeting the Area Agency must make some cuts in staff and expenditures to balance their budget. She also reported that the AAA bookkeeper resigned and has taken another job.

Betty Gunderson reported that the Coalition of Aging groups will be having a meeting on 'october 27th in Hudson for group representatives. The notice will appear in the October Senior citizen Newsletter. She also had some brochures on the 1994/96 coalition platform listing the priority issues to be worked on. Betty is our District's Publicity Chairperson to promote coalition activities, and she will be· submitting newsletter articles and letters to the editor in County newspapers.

Kathy reported that the laminating service provided at the Pierce County Fair was well used and appreciated. Council members are encouraged to suggest activities andjor services for the 1995 Fair.

The River Falls Senior citizens requested 280.00 in Title III F funds to buy a VCR so health related videos could be shown at their center. Betty Gunderson moved with a second by Helen Halberg that this request be approved. All members voted in favor.

Kathy gave a summary of the 1995 Budget which totaled $453,745.00 with $62, 12 2. 0 0 of this total being inkind contributions. The only increases allowed by the county were salary increases for Union Members as they had a 2 year ·contract including 1995. Other program funds remained the same except for slight decreases in Title III funds. Lloyd Yanisch moved with a second from Betty Gunderson that the 1995 budget be approved as presented. All members voted in favor.

The next meeting was scheduled for Monday November 14th - same time and place.

Meeting adjourned at 2:10p.m ..

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN 'OFFICE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ~LSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011

715-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, November 14, 1994

TIME: 10:00 A.M.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS



Legal Service Report - Kathy &· Yvonne

OTHER REPORTS

AAA Board Report-Helen Halberg AAA Advisory Council - Betty Gunderson Coalition - Betty Gunderson

OTHER BUSINESS:

1994 Budget Reallocation Election of Officers Appointment of: District AAA Representative

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District AAA Advisory Council Representative COA Representative to CWAG



November 14, 1994

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on November 14, 1994, at 10:00 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room #1.

Members attending included: Helen Halberg, Iona Hamman, Ethel Stockwell, Lloyd Yanisch, Roman Peterson, Marie Helmueller, Bernard Grant, Carol Yauch and Millie Bartz. Guest Albert Bartz and staff Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

Minutes of the last meeting were approved as mailed. Program and financial reports were reviewed with Council

Members. Members requested information concerning carryover of surplus funds.

Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore gave the legal service report. Yvonne gave examples of the type of cases she is working on.

Helen Halberg gave the report from the AAA Board of Directors Meeting. The AAA is operating with six full time staff members and has worked out the financial problems.

Iona Hamman gave a report on the CWAG Workshop that was recently held in Hudson. Forty persons from District VI attended. The CWAG will hold a raffae next year to raise funds. District VI will raffle three quilts and a Polish doll.

The Council was asked to approve the Notification of Grant Award and distribution of funds. Lloyd Janisch made a motion to approve, second by Bernard Grant. Motion carried.

Yvonne will request the County Board Chairman to appoint Marie Helmueller and Bernard Grant for a three year term on this committee.

Chairperson, Helen Halberg, appointed Betty Gunderson to the AAA Advisory Council, Betty Gunderson to the CWAG, and Helen will continue to represent this committee on the AAA Board of Directors. . Kathy announced that Sheila Harsdorf, sponsored a nomination for Yvonne Manore to attend the White House Conference on Aging in 1995.

The next meeting of this committee will be on January 23, 1995, at 10:00 a.m.

Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN 9FFICE ON AGING DIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670

.....,LSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 r'15-273-3531, Ext. 238



TIME: 10:00 A.M.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS




OTHER REPORTS


OTHER BUSINESS:

1995 Budget Allocation

Ellsworth Council Member Replacement

11 Contract With America 11 - Impact on Aging Programs

Governor Thompson's Mini Whitehouse Conference on Aging Update


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING January 23, 1995

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on January 23, 1995, at 10:00 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Rooms II and III.

Members attending included: Iona Hamman, Roman Peterson, Marie Helmueller, Bernard Grant, Millie Bartz, Harold Waltz, and Betty Gunderson. Guest Albert Bartz and staff Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present. Vice-president, Marie Helmueller, presided in the absence of the President, Helen Halberg.

A correction was made to the minutes of the last meeting. The election of officiers was omitted. Elected were: President, Helen Halberg, V-President, Marie Helmueller, Secretary, Betty Gunderson. Motion to approve wi.th correction was made by Betty Gunderson, second by Millie Bartz. Motion carried.

Cards of sympathy were signed by Council members and were to be mailed to the families of Joe Seeley and Ethel Stockwell.

Program and financial reports were reviewed with.the Council. Issues concerning carry-over funds and the return of Grant funds were discussed. Betty Gunderson commented that Pierce County appears to be in better financial shape than some of the counties to the North. Reports on the number of meals served, congregate and home-delivered, were distributed.

Members were concerned over the future of the food commodity program. There will be a food distribution in January and March. The State of Wisconsin would like a food pantry system with regular hours in place in Pierce County.

Yvonne Manore gave a summary of the legal service program for 1994. She cautioned members that the 1993 totals only represent six months of activity.

Betty Gunderson reported on the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG). Memberships include: organizations, corporate and individual. Each member of an organization is urged to donate $1 to CWAG. .., .

Kathy Hass presented the 1995 Bud~et for Older Americans Act Funds. After discussion, Betty Gunqerson made a motion to approve the 1995 Budget as presented and a second was made by Bernard Grant. Motion carried.

A new representative from the Ellsworth Senior Center was not present. Request for appointment will be postponed .until the next meeting.

"Contract With America" was discu$sed at length. .A "phone -in11 day is set for January 26. Betty Gunderson has contacted the representatives in regards to the Older Americans Act and Senator Feingold is upset about the proposed changes, Senator Kohl had not decided and congressman Steve Gunderson stated he would vote along party lines. Betty urged members to write a letter if they did not want to phone them. She encouraged mem-

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bers to share a personal experience cqncerning "Older Americans Act" programs and to keep the message as short as possible. The Nutrition Program as we have known it for the last 18 years is in jeopardy. _ Kathy reminded members that the nutrition program is the hub o~ activity at the senior centers. Also if a means test is requir~d the program would be considered welfare. Many of the volunteer~ needed are recruited through the nutrition program.

The State of Wisconsin Mini White House Conference will be held in Mqdison on March 7. st. Croix County will be sending a van the- day before. _They have offered room if anyone from Pierce County would be interested in attending.

The next meeting of this committee will be on March 27, 1995, at 10: 00 1a. m.

Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE. ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670

,LSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 ~15-273-3531, Ext. 238



TIME: 10:00 A.M.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS

Annual Report for 1994 - Kathy Hass




OTHER REPORTS


OTHER BUSINESS:

Ellsworth Council Member Replacement Report on State Mini-conference on Aging "Contract With America" & State Budget Impact on Aging Programs International Festival at UW-River Falls State Budget Hearing at UW-River Falls Change in Commodity Program

Working today for a better tomon·ow

PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING March 27, 1995

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on March 27, 1995, at 10:00 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room I. Helen Halberg presided.

Members attending included: Iona Hamman, Roman Peterson, Marie Helmueller, Bernard Grant, Millie Bartz, Harold Waltz, Carol Yauch, Helen Halberg, Lloyd Yanisch, Phyllis Fuller and Betty Gunderson. Guest Albert Bartz, staff Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present.

A motion was made by Betty Gunderson and a second by Carol Yauch to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass gave the annual report for the year 1994, for the Pierce County Office on Aging.

The financial report for the service programs was given by Yvonne Manore. Program and fisc~l reports on the congregate and home delivered meal program were given by Kathy Hass.

A brief report was given by Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass on the legal service work.

Helen Halberg reported on the recent Area Agency. on Aging, (AAA), Board of Directors meeting. Major concern was the Wisconsin Budget as proposed and how it will adversely impact on elders. Helen announced that the Joint Finance Committee will conduct a hearing in River Falls on March 30. Those with concerns are urged to testify or write comments. The White House Conference on Aging will also be a crucial time for programs for elderly citizens. AAA staff also reported on their job duties.

Betty Gunderson recently attended the AAA Advisory Council meeting. This group also addressed issues in the State budget and rated each issue as to importance. Spousal Impoverishment Protection, Medical-Needy Nursing Home Coverage, the repeal of Act 469, elimination of Alzheimer's Family and Caregivers Support funding, were the issues rated at the top of the list.

The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) District VI, spring meeting will be held on April 10, at the Menomonie Leisure Center. Betty urged centers to car-pool and attend this meeting. The annual convention of the CWAG will be held in Stevens Point during July.

Helen and Betty also reported that the Senior Americans Day held in Eau Claire during March was very worthwhile. Several from Pierce County attended this event.

Betty Gunderson made a motion that the committee recommend the appointment of Phyllis Fuller to this committee by the Pierce County Board Chairman to fulfill the unexpired term of Ethel Stockwell, (3-95 to 10-96). Second by Marie Helmueller. Motion carried. · ..

A handout explained the new system concerning the food pantry and commodities. Concern was voiced that home-bound persons and people that do not have transportation into Ellsworth will not be able to as easily access this new distribution meth-

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od. Details are being worked on so that this will not happen. Kathy Hass, alerted members to the International Festival to

be held at the UW-River Falls, on April 25. The River Falls Center will host a euchre'card party and there will be food booths, demonstrations and displays. This is a cooperative effort with the University and the Pierce County University Extension.

Members requested Yvonne to read off the term expiration of each member. Term limits were discussed.

Meeting adjourned at 11:30 a.m. The next meeting of this committee will be May 22, 1995.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ~LLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, May 22, 1995

TIME: 10:00 A.M.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS




OTHER REPORTS

AAA Board Report-Helen Halberg AAA Advisory Council - Betty Gunderson Coalition - Betty Gunderson Report on White House Conference on Aging Report on State Budget and How it Affects Programs Report on Volunteer Recognition Report on International Festival at UW-River Falls

OTHER BUSINESS:

Discuss Profit Making Ventures for Senior Centers


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING MAY 22, 1995

MINUTES

The meeting was called to order at 10:00 a.m. by Helen Halberg. Other Council Members present were Lloyd Yanisch, Mar~e Helmueller, Betty Gunderson, Phyllis Fuller and Bernard Grant. Harold Waltz and Iona Hamman were excused. Staff member present was Kathy-Hass arid Yvonne Manore was excused.

The minutes of the 3-27-95 Council on Aging Meeting were approved with a motion by Yanisch and a second by Helmueller.

Kathy ·Hass gave the Program and Financial report.s showing overall expenditures of 23% of funding through 4-30-95.

Helen Halberg and Betty Gunderson reported on the 5-19-95 AAA Board and Advisory Council Meeting. Helen Halberg presented a copy of the AAA 1994 Annual Report and both reported on the results of the White House Conference on Aging with the five priority resolutions being:

1. Keeping Social Security sound now and for the future.

2. Preserving the integrity of the Older Americans Act.

3. Preserve the nature of Medicaid . . 4. Insuring the future of ~he Medicare Program .

. 5. Preserving advocacy functions under the Older Americans Act.

Betty Gunderson reported that the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups will be having their Annual Convention in July and the 1995 CWAG Convention theme is Advocacy: Creating the Future. Betty also invited nominations for the 1995 Senior Achievement Awards which recognizes people 60 years and older who have made significant contributions to their local communities.

Kathy Hass reported that the 1995 Volunteer Recognition was held on May 1, 1995, and 180 persons attended. Entertainment was provided by the St. Croix County Ageless Wonders and the Prescott Line Dancers.

The International Festival at UW-River Falls was held on 4-25-95 and stressed "Unity in the Community". Seniors were invited to participate in this event and a Euchre Tournament was coordinated by the River Falls Senior Center. Attendance was not good by Seniors· but better advertJsing and mor~ effort to encourage participation is expected next year. All that did attend had a great time.


·Council Members were asked to think about ways Senior Centers could make money to support their Centers. The next Council Meeting will focus on this_ topic and a list of ideas will be compiled for use by Senior Centers.

The next Council on Aging Meeting was scheduled for 7-24-95.

Meeting adjourned at 11:30 a.m.

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Kathy Hass ;

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670

.. LSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, July 24, 1995

TIME: 10:00 A.M.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS



Legal Service Report - Yvonne· Manore

OTHER REPORTS

AAA Board Report-Kathy Hass AAA Advisory Council - Betty Gunderson Coalition - Betty Gunderson Fair Report - Yvonne Manore

OTHER BUSINESS:

Diane Rhein, Area Agency on Aging Regional Planner/Program Consultant, will discuss Federal, State and Local Relationships in the Aging Network

Discuss Profit Making Ventures for Senior Centers



July 24, 1995

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on July 24, 1995, at 10:00 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room I. Helen Halberg presided.

Members attending included: Iona Hamman, Roman Peterson, Marie Helmueller, Bernard Grant, Harold Waltz, Carol Yauch, and Helen Halberg. Dianne Rhein, on staff at the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging in Eau Claire, Gloria Nelson, Ellsworth Senior . Center Director, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore from the Office on Aging were all present. Excused were members; Betty Gunderson, Phyllis Fuller and Lloyd Janisch.

A motion was made by Marie Helmueller and a second by Harold Waltz. to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Motion carried.

The financial report for the service programs was given by Yvonne Manore. The chore service program will be out of funds in october, unless donations increase. The cost per hour has increased to $10, up from $9.50 that is paid to contracting agencies; The LuthBran Home in River Falls and the Spring Valley care Center. Program and fiscal reports on the congregate and home delivered meal program were given by Kathy Hass.

A brief report was given by Yvonne Manore on the legal service work. Fifty-two people have been served so far this year. Medicare can still be a big problem for folks that are not opening their mail. The "Big Shoebox" cases are still out there. Yvonne urged members to watch for friends/relatives that seem to be letting their mail stack up. If you can keep up· with the mail from Medicare, insurance and the statements from health care providers it is easier to solve a problem.

Kathy Hass reported on the recent Area Agency on Aging, (AAA), Board of Directors meeting. An impressive report was given to the Board by the legal backup from the Southern Wisconsin Legal Services Corporation. New bids for this service are being accepted for the next funding cycle. The Bureau on Aging in Madison is reorganizing. One area will focus on the Older Americans Act and the other will be programming. Kathy also reported that board members have been requested to fill out a self assessment.

Dianne Rhein reported on CWAG activities. The State budget is now before the governor for signing. Advocacy efforts should be addressed to Bill Reed at the Governor's Office. The CWAG Convention will be held in Stevens Point during July.

Yvonne gave a brief report on the upcoming Pierce County Fair. Seniors 62 and over will be admitted to the fair on Friday, August 11 for $1. Free grandstand program, cold water from Culligan, coffee and doml:_ts for a donation to the Ellsworth Senior Center and a drawing for cash prizes are some of the highlights.

Dianne presented each member with an organizational chart of the aging network. With the reauthorization of the Older Ameri-

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cans Act this structure may change. The assessment completed at the Ellsworth Senior Center last December was favorable. A Senior Statesmanship alumni meeting will be held in Eau Claire on September.28. Tom Frazier from CWAG will attend.

Ellsworth, River Falls, Spring Valley, Elmwood, Maiden Rock and Plum City Senior Centers gave a report on ways that they raise funds to continue their activities. A summary of their reports will be included in a notebook that each senior center will receive, in which a record for fund raising activities and senior center inventories may be filed. The notebook will be distributed at a later meeting.

Yvonne will contact the centers when a training on fund raising activities will be held in Hudson with st. Croix County. Some Federal funding could be used to purchase equipment. Centers could use equipment on loan from the Office on Aging.

The next meeting will be held on September ·25. Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING DIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ~LLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-3531, Ext. 238



TIME: 10:00 A.M.

PLACE: Meeting Room 2 & 3 - Pierce County Office Building Park on East Side of Building - enter ground level.


AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS



Legal Service Report - Yvonne Manore

OTHER REPORTS


OTHER BUSINESS:

Election of Officers Amend 1995 Title III B Budget 1996 Budget Discussion


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING October 23, 1995

The Pierce county Council on Aging met on October 23, 1995, at 10:00 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room II & III. Vice-president Marie Helmueller opened the meeting.

Members attending included: Iona Hamman, Roman Peterson, Marie Helmueller, Bernard Grant, Harold Waltz, Carol Yauch, Betty Gunderson, Millie Bartz, Lloyd Yanisch and Helen Halberg. Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore from the Office on Aging were ·present.. Member Phyllis Fuller was excused. A guest Albert Bartz also attended.

A motion was made by Betty Gunderson and a second by Bernard Grant to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Motion carried.

The financial report for the service programs was given by Yvonne Manore. Discussion follow~d the report concerning Alzheimer's and 60+ Transportation Programs. Program and fiscal reports on the congregate and home delivered meal program were given by Kathy Hass. Kathy explained funding balances and possible changes in the futur~.

Helen Halberg; President, arrived and took over ru~ning the meeting. A brief report was given by Yvonne Manore on legal services. The cases continue to be varied.

Helen Halberg, reported that the Area Agency on Aging (AAA), Board of Directors, has not met. The staff is waiting for word on the Federal and State Budgets .

. Betty Gunderson gave a legislative up-date. Due to the recent death of George Gintz, President of the District VI, Coalition of Wiscons'in Aging Groups (CWAG), Betty· has been named succeeding president. Many older people are displeased with the proposals for Medicare change and Betty urged that if you are displeased with what is being done, be sure to get out and vote the next time you have the opportunity.

The annual election.of officiers was held. Lloyd Janisch made a motion to retain the same slate of officiers with a second, by Bernard Grant. Motion carried.

Yvonne requested that the Council approve re-allocation of III-B funds for 1995, in the amounts that follow: Agency-Systems - $11670; Benefit Counseling - $1800; Supp. Home Care - $13825; Transportation - $3750. Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve this re-allocation with a second by Millie Bartz. Motion passed.

Kathy reported to the Council that budget figures for 1996, are not available at this time. As soon as the State and Federal governments pass the necessary legislation for funding, she will proceed with the process. She also informed the Council that there will be new program reporting requirements which will add to the paper-work. With f~nding dollars decreasing and with inflation, the programs are more dependent upon donations than ever before.

Betty Gunderson shared with council members that by writing to drug companies and explaining financial circumstances it is


possible to receive prescription drugs for free. Yvonne will write a letter to Richard Wilhelm, Chairman of

the Pierce County Board of Supervisors .and request that the following be appointed to this committee for three year terms. Carol Yauch, Iona Hamman, Harold Waltz, Millie Bartz, and Helen Halberg. All consented to serve.

The next meeting of this committee will be on January 22, 1996. Carol Yauch asked to be excused for the months January through March.

Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING ....,IERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 .&:JLLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011

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715-273-3531, Ext. 238



TIME: 10:00 A.M.

PLACE: Meeting Room 2 & 3 - Pierce County Office Building Park on East Side of Building - enter ground level.


AGENDA


REPORTS

Pierce and Pepin County Volunteer Program - Grant Hanson AAA Board Report-Helen Halberg AAA Advisory Council - Betty Gunderson Coalition - Betty Gunderson

STAFF REPORTS




OTHER BUSINESS:

1996 Budget Discussion 1996 III-B Budget 1996 Newsletter Discussion Discuss Senior Center Activities and Stamp Project


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING January 22, 1996

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on January, 1996, at 10:00 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room I. Vice-pres~dent Marie Helmueller conducted the meeting in the absent of the President, Helen Halberg.

Members attending included: Roman-Peterson, Marie Helm-ueller, Bernard Grant, Harold Waltz, and Lloyd Yanisch. Grant Hanson from the Volunteer Senior Repair Program (VSRP) was a guest. · Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore from the Office on Aging were present. Members excused: Iona Hamman, Helen Halberg and Carol Yauch. Members absent: Millie Bartz, Phyllis Fuller and Betty Gunderson.

A motion was made by Bernard Grant and a second by Lloyd Janisch to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Motion carried.

Grant Hanson from VSRP gave_a background and description of the program. Some grant money is available to help with the cost of supplies to make repairs to the homes of qualified households. All labor is intended to be volunteer. Persons may apply for repair services if they are 62 years old. Priority is given to households with income of $12550 or below. Grant is accepting applications for repairs and donations of time by volunteers of all ages and talents. Nine jobs have been completed. Grant has visited at the Senior Centers, local ministeriums, and service organizations.

No one was available to give reports on th:e Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging (WWAAA) Executive Board Meeting, WWAAA Advisory Council Meeting or from the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) .

Yvonne reviewed the financial and fiscal report for Title III-B, D, F, County, 85.21, and Alzhiemer's funding. Kathy gave the financial and fiscal report for Title III-Cl, C2, USDA, and Community Services. Both Yvonne and Kathy answered questions relating to carry-overs, and the future of the programs due to the proposed budget reductions. Title III-B will be reduced by $3095, Title IIIC-I will be reduced $3674 and Title IIID by $46. Title III-F will not receive funding in 1996.

The reduction of $3095 in Title IIIB will come from the chore service program. Only 25 people were served in this program during 1995. This is a decrease in service due to the unavailability of funds and an increase in the cost of the service. Kathy outlined the process that social workers use when making assessments for services. Client needs, income and assets determine the source of assistance, how much service will be provided and how much of the cost will be the responsibility of the client.

Yvonne gave an annual account for the Legal Services Program. Seventy-nine cases were opened in 1995, and seventy-eight cases were closed. Information and Referral numbered 300 contacts. The age group served most often were between the ages of

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70 and 79. Kathy notified the COA of the change in the mailing of the

Pierce County Newsletter. Again, a change due to the absence of sufficient funding. Pierce Transportation, Inc., a non-profit corporation will handle the'mailing of the newsletter, Helmer's will continue to print the paper. The annual cost for postage is estimated at approximately $2000.

Approval of the 1996 Budget was tabled due to there not being a quorum of members.

Yvonne distributed the notebooks for Spring Valley, Plum City and Maiden Rock Senior Centers containing informationon on the stamp project, money making records and inventory sheets. The rest of the senior centers and Club 60 will receive their notebooks at a later time.

a.m.

With no other business at hand, the meeting was adjourned. The next meeting will be held on March 25, 1996, at 10:00

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OmCE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ELLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011


DATE: Monday, April12, 1996 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office Building

Park on East Side of Building - enter ground level.

Call to Order Roll Call

AGENDA

Reading and Approval of Minutes from Last Meeting

STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports-Title III B & Service Programs- Yvonne Manore

Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I & II- Kathy Hass

Legal Service Report- Yvonne Manore

AAA Board Report-Kathy Hass Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Report on AAA Advisory Council Meeting - Betty Gunderson

2. Report on Spring District VI Meeting - Betty Gunderson

3. Update on Pierce County Senior Newsletter mailing


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING April 12, 1996

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on April 12, 1996, at 10:00 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room I. President, Helen Halberg conducted the meeting.

Members attending included: Helen Halberg, Marie Helmueller, Bernard Grant, Lloyd Yanisch, Carol Yauch, Iona Hamman and Betty Gunderson. Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore from the Office on Aging were present. Members absent: Roman Peterson, Phyllis Fuller,- Harold Waltz and Millie Bartz.

A motion was made by Marie Helmueller and a second by Betty Gunderson to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Motion carried.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass reviewed program and financial reports for Title III-B, III-D, III-C1, III-C2, State and local funding.

The report for legal services was given by Yvonne. The 1995 Annual Report was reviewed by Kathy Hass. Helen Halberg give a report from the Western Wisconsin Area

Agency on Aging (WWAAA) Executive Board Meeting. A continuing resolution has been passed for the Older Americans Act 1996 funding. Board members of the WWAAA are reviewing their by-laws, especially those parts pertaining to tenure. There is a certain amount of stress for the WWAAA staff due to the question as to how the State of Wisconsin will resolve reduction of area agencies on aging.

The WWAAA Advisory Council Meeting was attended by our representative Betty Gunderson. This board is focusing on long term care. The Community Options Program financial cap and assisted living is a possibility for the future.

Betty Gunderson also reported on activities of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG). The spring District VI, meeting was held in Menomonie, April 8, and participants gave the following items to be included in the CWAG 1996-98 Platform: Transportation, Social Security, Homestead Tax, Nutrition and Benefit Specialist. She also informed members that seniors earning over $30000 a year will be paying $25 with their income taxes to help pay for COP (Community Options Program) and other services. Betty also suggested that the Council nominate Father Knauf from River Falls to receive a State - wide award from the CWAG. Office on Aging staff and Betty will work on this and it was also suggested that we nominate FISH, a service organization in River Falls, for a group recognition.

Kathy informed members that due to the loss of a Green Thumb Worker in River Falls and decreased funding the River Falls Meal Site will not be open on Fridays. This practice began April 1. She also informed members .... that there will not be a volunteer recognition dinner this year, as we have done for the past 19 years. A letter of appreciation will be mailed along with a token gift to each volunteer. Funding is not available, however, the importance of the volunteer is greater than ever before. It


is hoped that none of the volunteers will disconti~ue their services. Volunteers are needed more now than ever.

Kathy and Yvonne explained the changes in mailing of the Pierce County Senior Newsletter. Helmer's Printing will sell ads and print the newsletter for us. However, we must mail them from the Ellsworth Post Office under a permit issued to Pierce Transportation, Inc. It cost $.161 each to mail. One hundred thirty-eight individuals have donated toward the cost for mailing to date. The address list was recently brought up to date and more copies will have to be delivered in bulk to housing units, senior centers, etc.

Kathy reviewed the new reporting requirements. Much more information will have to be gathered from participants in order to complete the reports.

Yvonne reminded members of the UW-Extension session on "Living With Grief", to be held April 17, 1996.

The next meeting of this Council will be tentatively set for June 24.

Meeting adjourned.



DATE: Monday, June 17, 1996

TIME: 10:00 A.M.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS

Program-and Financial Reports-Title III B & County Funds, & Service Programs - Yvonne Manore



REPORTS


OTHER BusiNEss:

1996 Budget Discussion & Program Reductions Newsletter Update 1996 Pierce County Fair Discussion



June 17, 1996

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on June 17, 1996, at 10:00 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room 2 & 3. Pres.ident, Helen Halberg was excused. Marie Helmueller, Vice-president conducted the meeting.

Members attending included: Marie Helmueller, Bernard Grant, Lloyd Yanisch, Carol Yauch, Iona Hamman, Bernard Armbruster, Millie Bartz, Harold Waltz, Phyllis Fuller and Betty Gunderson. Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore from the Office on Aging were present.

Bernard Armbruster, representative from the Pierce County Board of Supervisors was on hand for the first time since his appointment to the Council. Introductions were made.

A motion was made by Carol Yauch and a second by Bernard Grant to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Motion carried.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass reviewed program and financial reports for Title III-B, III-D, III-C1, III-C2, State and local funding. They presented the reports in a new format. It is hoped it will make it easier to understand and also will cut down on duplication. Several members had questions concerning program requirements, divestment and institutionalization.

The report for legal services was given by Yvonne. One court case has been successful and a new hearing will be scheduled. One more case is waiting for a ruling and another will be in small claims court. Carol Plaisted, Attorney with the Elder Law Center is Yvonne Is back-up attorney and is handling these cases with local help from Yvonne.

Kathy Hass gave a report from the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging (WWAAA) Executive Board Meeting. Donna McDowell, Director of the Wisconsin Bureau on Aging attended the meeting and reported on a new design for long-term support in Wisconsin. It has been proposed that a client of our programs, COP,or other human services programs, enter thru the same gate. There will be a stringent procedure for nursing home admissions and CBRFs.' Block grants will be made to the States by the Federal government. It is predicted that there will less money available and more people to serve. Cheaper ways to accomplish care must be invented. Medicaid is an entitlement at the present time. It is hoped that there will be a reduction in fraud and duplication. This change should be in place by 1999.

The WWAAA Advisory Council Meeting was attended by our representative Betty Gunderson. The Community Options Program financial cap and assisted living is a possibility for the future. At present-, it does not look better than the syste:ms we already have. Betty reminded members that Long-Term Care includes children, disabled adults, chronically mentally ill, alcohol and other drug abuse, not just elderly persons. Also the southern states will get more of the grant dollars because they have a higher population.

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Betty Gunderson also reported on activities of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG). FISH, a service organization in River Falls, has won a grant in the amount of $500. It was suggested at our last meeting that this organization be nominated. Betty has mailed letters to District VI, senior centers offering to give a training on advocacy.

Kathy reviewed the budget allocations for 1996 showing a $1714 cut in III-B and $1170 cut in III C-1. It has been said that there will be seven years of budget cuts. However, Title III-F has been given an allocation for 1996. It had been scheduled to be completely cut. The allocation is for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention.

Yvonne gave an update on the donations for the Pierce County Senior Newsletter. Over 220 persons have made a donation and many have also included a note o~ letter supporting the need for the newsletter. There has been a lot of confusion with the mailing. Many people that had received the newsletter were no longer receiving it. It is hoped that this problem will be solved quickly.

Kathy lead the discussion on the Pierce County Fair to be held on August 8, 9, 10 and 11. A bus will be utilized to transport fair goers from out-lying parking areas to the center of the event. Ellsworth Senior Center will offer coffee and donuts on August 9, 1996, at the Senior citizen building. Yvonne of.fered a time to each of the other centers in Pierce County to use the building. Maiden Rock is interested in taking part in this project. Betty Gunderson suggested senior centers could raffle off a quilt. Harold Waltz felt it was unnecessary to charge senior citizens a fee to enter the fairgounds.

The next meeting of this committee will take place on August 26, 1996.

Meeting adjourned.




TIME: 9:30 A.M.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS




REPORTS

AAA Board Report-Helen Halberg AAA Advisory Council - Betty Gunderson Coalition - Betty Gunderson AAA Report - Diane Rhein

OTHER BUSINESS:

1996 III-B Budget Amendments

1997 Aging Unit Budget Approval

Term Appointments of Council Members/Betty Gunderson and Phyllis Fuller

Nomination and Election of Officers



october 28 , 1996

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on October 28, 1996, at 9:30 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Meeting Room 1. President, Helen Halberg conducted the meeting.

Members attending included: Marie Helmueller, Lloyd Yanisch, Carol Yauch, Iona Hamman, Millie Bartz, Harold Waltz, and Helen Halberg. Dianne Rhein a staff member from the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging (WWAAA), was present. A student intern,.Joan Lenz, from the University of Wisconsin- River Falls and now working with the Pierce County Long Term Support Unit was in attendance. Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore attended also.

Introductions were made and roll call was taken. It was noted that the County Board Chairman will appoint someone to replace Bernard Armbruster on this committee.

A motion was made by Marie Helmueller and a second by Harold Waltz to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Motion carried.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass reviewed program and financial reports for Title III-B, III-D, III-C1, III-C2, State and local funding through September 30, 1996. Questions concerning carryover funds and types of duties accomplished in the chore service program were answered.

The report for legal services was given by Yvonne and Kathy. Yvonne has been on sick leave since 9-17-96. Rhoda Wood and Kathy Hass with assistance from the Elder Law Center back-up attorney, Carol Plaisted, answered questions and provided assistance to benefit specialist clients in Yvonne's absence.

Rhoda Wood, a green thumb worker that assists with benefit specialist problems has moved to the River Falls Senior Center. Previously her office was in Ellsworth at Guardianship Diversified Services. She will assume duties of the senior center director and continue to help with Medicare and information questions for the benefit specialist program.

Helen Halberg reported on the WWAAA Board Meeting. Only one elder abuse case was reported in Pierce County during 1995. The Elder Law Center will continue to be the legal back-up for the benefit specialists during 1997. The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups would like the legislature to offer more chore service thru the Community Options Program (COP).

Dianne Rhein reported that the Older Americans Act has not been reauthorized but received a continuance. The Administration on Aging is drafting a new plan. ElderCare Locator program is still receiving funding. At State Network Training, a new LongTerm Care design was discussed. Medicaid has to decrease since it is growing so rapidly. ..Most of the Medicaid dollars go for Nursing Home care. Wisconsin continues to have a very high percentage of nursing home beds (74 beds for every 1000 people). It has been proposed that Area Agencies on Aging as we know them in Wisconsin may be eliminated. Pilot programs are being initi-

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ated in 1997 and it is hoped that the system will be up and running by 2000. Dianne urged everyone to become active in determining how the long-term care program will look in the future.

Yvonne requested the Council to approve a 1996 budget amendment. Agency Systems - $20413, Benefit Specialist - $1800, 60+ Medical Transportation - $3750, Chore Service - $3730. Iona Hammon made the motion to approve the amended budget and Lloyd Yanisch.made the second. Motion carried.

Kathy requested approval of the 1997 Budget. Amounts will remain the same as in 1996. Lloyd Yanisch made the motion to approve and Millie Bartz made the second. Motion carried.

Lloyd Janisch made a motion to submit the names of Betty Gunderson and Phyllis Fuller for appointment to a three year term on this committee. Harold Waltz made the second. Motion carried. Yvonne will send this recommendation to the county board chairman. ·

Marie Helmueller made a motion to cast a unanimous ballot as follows: Helen. Halberg as president; Marie Helmueller as vicepresident; Betty Gunderson as Secretary; Betty Gunderson as our representative on the WWAAA Board of Directors and Bernard Grant as alternate; carol Yauch as our representative to the WWAAA Advisory Council and Harold Waltz as alternate. Second by Millie Bartz. Motion carried.

The next meeting is tentative set for January 27, 1997, at 9:30 a.m. Meeting adjourned.

MEETING NOTICE

The Pierce County Council on Aging will meet on January 27, 1997 at 9:30 a.m. in the Pierce County Office Building. Agenda items include: Reports:Program, Financial, Annual Report, AAA Board & Advisory Council, Coalition and Legal Service. Other Business: Vehicle Replacement Grant Application, Newsletter Policy and Long Term Care Redesign Update.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING uiERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ~LLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-3531, Ext. 238



TIME: 9:30A.M.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS




REPORTS

AAA Board Report-Betty Gunderson AAA Advisory Council - Carol Yauch Coalition - Betty Gunderson

OTHER BUSINESS:

Vehicle Replacement Grant Application - Kathy Hass

1997 Newsletter Policy

Long Term Care Redesign Update - Kathy Hass


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING JANUARY 27, 1997

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on January 27, 1997, at 9:30 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Human Services Conference Room. President, Helen Halberg conducted the meeting.

Members attending included: Marie Helmueller, Lloyd Yanisch, Iona Hamman, Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant, Phyllis Fuller, Tom Bengtson, Betty Gunderson and Helen Halberg. Carol Yauch was excused. Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present.

Tom Bengtson newly appointed to the Pierce County Council on Aging was introduced. Roll call was taken.

A motion was made by Lloyd Yanisch and a second by Bernard Grant to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Motion carried.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Has$ reviewed program and financial reports for Title III-B, III-D, III-C1, III-C2, State and local funding through December 31, 1996. Questions in regards to carry-over funds and balances in grants were answered.

The report for legal services was given by Yvonne·. seventy-two cases were closed during the year with a savings to elders of almost $35000. Most clients were among the 70-79 age group, female, living in own home/apartment and low-income. In three and one-half years the approximate savings to 60+ persons is $200,000.

Betty Gunderson reported on the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging (WWAAA) Board Meeting. Business could not be conducted as a guorum had not been met. However, discussion was held in regards to relocating the WWAAA Offices. The present facility is in need of repair. The WWAAA has found space downtown for the same amount of rent. Betty is also on the Personnel Committee. Betty reminded us that the Older Americans Act needs to be reauthorized no later than July. There is still a possibility that Area Agencies on Aging in Wisconsin may be reduced in number. There are six at this time.

Kathy attended the afternoon session and made a brief report on the redesign of Long-Term Care in Wisconsin. Option A was distributed to Council members. A single entry is favored for all services. Counties may decide whether to contract for the services or continue as now. Managed care seems to be the goal. Pilot programs are pending with implementation by 2000.

Betty Gunderson reported that the spring meeting of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) will be April 14, at the Amery Senior Center. Note the change in location. The Hmong culture and migration to the United States will be addressed. There will be entertainment· provided by representatives of the Hmong population from Western Wisconsin.

Kathy announced that she has completed a grant application to obtain replacement vehicles under Pierce Transportation, Inc. Three times our application has been successful. Two large buses

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are needed to transport Developementally Disabled clients to the IRC in Red Wing, Minnesota, each week day.

Yvonne gave the report on the status of the Pierce County Senior News. Beginning with the March mailing, which is the April issue, papers will be mailed to those persons that have paid $3. to cover the postage. Free papers will be available at local banks, senior centers and housing units. Due to the unavaiLibility of funds this change became necessary. The letter has been printed for over twenty years and had been made available to anyone that requested it. It has been a tremendous ~utreach tool. It was suggested that it be made known that families may pay for the mailing of the newsletter to homebound and low-income family members.

The next meeting of this Council is planned for March 24, 1997, at 9:30a.m.

Meeting adjourned at 10:40.

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TIME: 9:30 A.M.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS




REPORTS

AAA Board Report-Betty Gunderson AAA Advisory Council - Carol Yauch Coalition - Betty Gunderson

OTHER BUSINESS:

1996 Annual Report

Video Tape on Medicare Part B



March 24, 1997

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on March 24, 1997, at 9:30 a.m • .at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. Vice-President, Marie Helmueller opened the meeting.

Members attending included: Marie Helmueller, Lloyd Yanisch, Iona Hamman, Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant, Phyllis Fuller, Tom Bengtson, Betty Gunderson and Helen Halberg. Carol Yauch was excused. Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present. (President Halberg came after approval of the minutes).

Roll call was taken. A.motion was made by Betty Gunderson and a second by Tom

Bengtson to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Motion carried.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass reviewed program and financial reports for Title III-B, III-D, III-C1, III-C2, State and local funding through February 28, 1997. Questions in regards to Congregate/Home Delivered Meals allocations, USDA allocations and qualifications for home-delivered meal participants were answered.

The report for legal services was given by Yvonne. She reminded every one to watch for scams. Scams can begin by phone, mail or in person. The most common ones are the home repairs and sealing of driveways. Do not give your credit card number to anyone over the phone unless you initiated the call. If someone phones and tells you, you have won a great prize but you need to send money to them before you can take possession, BEWARE. If it sounds to good to be true, it probably isn't!

Betty Gunderson reported on the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging (WWAAA) Board Meeting that she attended last Friday. The Older Americans Act still needs to be re-authorized. The Redesign of Long-Term Care includes a single entry point for elderly and for the disabled. Betty reminded members of the Senior Volunteer Repair Program available in Pierce and Pepin Counties. Some loans and grants are available for supplies. The work is completed by volunteers. Liscensed electricians and plumbers are available for jobs requiring their expertise.

Betty Gunderson reported that the spring meeting of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) will be April 14, at the Amery Senior Center. An agenda and registration form was given to each member. Betty distributed copies of the latest Legislative Up-Date from CWAG. She also requested assistance from Council members in distributing a news release. She urged members to write to their legislators about continuing the funding of the Older Americans A..ct.

Kathy attended the WWAAA Board Meeting and legislative forum. Representatives from Senators Kohn and Feingold, Congressman Kind and Chuck Shaeffer from the 67th District were in attendance. CWAG was represented by Tom Frazier. If an individ-

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ual purchases long-term care insurance the premium may be deducted from the State Income Tax. Work needs to be done on the Medicare Program or it will go broke. Illegal immagrants can not qualify for SSI or food stamps but are allowed to enter nursing homes for care. There is also discussion concerning whether or not immagrants must learn to speak and write English to become us citizens.

Leadership training dates and subjects of the training was shared by Betty Gunderson. The trainings are being sponsored by CWAG.

Kathy reviewed the 1996 Office on Aging Annual Report. The nutrition program is reimbursed $.58~ cents per meal served by the USDA. The Nutrition Equipment Replacement account is $17775. Questions were asked about paying garage rent to the Fair Board for our vehicles ($1500 per year).·

A video "IT PAYS TO ASK" a Medicare Part B educational film was viewed. Yvonne suggested that some of the senior centers may wish to borrow the video to use at their sites.

The next meeting of this committee will be on June 23, at 9:30.

Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING uiERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ...iLLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-3531, Ext. 238


DATE: Monday, June 23, 1997

TIME: 9:30 a.m.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports-Title III B & County Funds & Service Programs- Yvonne Manore



AP,A Board Report-Betty Gunderson AAA Advisory Council - Carol Yauch Coalition- Betty Gunderson Long Term Care Re-design- Dianne Rhein, AAA Program Consultant

OTHER BUSINESS: Review and Approve 1998 County Plan Mission Statement and Objectives.



JUNE 23, 1997

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on June 23, 1997, at 9:30a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President Helen Halberg, presided at the meeting. .

Members attending included: Lloyd Y anisch, Iona Hamman, Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant, Phyllis Fuller, Carol Yauch, and Millie Bartz. Tom Bengtson, Marie Helmueller and Betty Gunderson were excused. Diane Rhein, on staff with the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging~ Office on Aging Staff including Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present.

After roll call, Bernard Grant questioned the minutes from the last meeting concerning the USDA reimbursement. Members was asked to delete the .64 from the second page, third paragraph of the minutes. Reimbursement per meal is $.58. Harold Waltz made a motion to approve the minutes ~ amended, second made by Bernard Grant.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass gave fiscal and financial reports through May 31, 1997. An explanation of Title F funding was given. Members were requested to post the congregate meal report at their local senior center.

Carol Yauch did not attend the AAA Advisory Board Meeting. Due to the absence of Betty .Gunderson, the report from the AAA Board of Directors and CWAG was omitted.

Diane Rhein gave a brief report on the long-term care redesign. Diane announced that the AAA Office is also moving to a new location this Wednesday. The AAA is working on a volunteer driver training to be held at UW-Stout in the fall. An Alumni meeting for Senior Statesmanship Program attendees is also being planned. Both Legal Service Providers attended the last AAA Board Meeting and gave reports on services. AAA is working on mission statements and objectives for the new one year plan as are all the counties. CWAG Convention will be held in July at Appleton. A rally is planned at Madison, "Crumbs for the Community'' in regards to funding of community support programs instead of institutionalization. The joint finance committee has approved funding for 2-6 pilot projects to demonstrate the single entry concept.

Kathy went over the mission statement for the next planning cycle . Lloyd Y anisch made a motion to approve the statement and Carol Yauch made a second to the motion. Motion carried. Objectives: Update Information and Assistance Information and methods of caller data collection and Improve technical information resources to assist benefit specialist in helping older persons, motion to approve was made by Carol Yauch and second by Iona Hamman. Motion carried.

The next meeting of this board will be on August 25, at 9:30a.m. Lloyd Yanisch made the motion tcr·adjoum the meeting with a second by Bernard Grant.

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DATE: Monday, September 29, 1997

TIME: 9:30 a.m.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports-Title ill B & County Funds & Service Programs- Yvonne Manore



AAA Board Report-Betty Gunderson Coalition - Betty Gunderson

OTHER BUSINESS: 1998 Summary Budget


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING MINUTES OF SEPTEM:BER 29. 1997 MEETING

The Pierce County Council On Aging met at 9:30 am at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room 1. President Helen Halberg presided at the meeting.

Members attending included: Lloyd Yanisch, Iona Hamman, Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant, Phyllis Fuller, Tom Bengtson, Marie Helmueller Betty Gunderson and Elizabeth DeLong. Millie Bartz was absent and Yvonne Man ore was excused.

Minutes ofthe June 23,1997 were approved with a motion by Yanisch and a second by Bengtson.

Kathy Bass gave the rmancial and program reports through August 1997. Members were requested to post the congregate program report at their me~l sites.

Kathy Bass gave the Benefit Specialist report for Yvonne Manore. Yvonne reports that she helped a homeless person find housing in Dunn County, she received approval for a disability claim, she is working on a institutional MA claim, several medicare cases, a colleCtion agency case for a consumer and is receiving a lot more phone calls for information on advance directives, programs and services.

Betty Gunderson reported that the Area Agency on Aging personnel committee is in the process of rmalizing a satisfaction survey to evaluate the Area Agency on Aging. The survey should be completed by the end of October. Otherwise the AAA and counties are rmalizing their plans for 1998.

Betty Gunderson reported that the September district meeting of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups was held in Chippewa Falls and was well attended. She informed the Council that our district fund raising goal was $1500.00 and she had some pins, books and pen sets to sell to members instead of just asking for a donation. Betty also reported that Tom Frasier and Joyce Gannon of the Coalition were to meet with Tommy Thompson September 29th to discuss the State 1998 budget.

Kathy Bass reviewed the Office on Aging 1998 budget with the Counci.J members. The total budget is $472,935.00 with $92,304.00 of that amount being provided by Pierce County. The rest is Federal and State. grants and donations. The budget was approved with a motion by Grant and a second by Gunderson.

The meeting was adjourned with a motion by Yanisch and a second by Helmueller. The next meeting date was set for October 27, 1997 at 9:30 am.

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TIME: 9:30 a.m.

PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office Building Park on East Side of Building- enter ground level.


AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports-Title Ill B & County Funds & Service Programs- Yvonne Manore

Program and Financial Reports-Title Ill-C I & II- Kathy Hass



OTHER BUSINESS: Revise 1997 IIIB Budget Nominate and Elect Council Members for Expiring Terms of:

Marie Helmueller Bernard Grant

Pierce County Housing Inventory



October 27, 1997

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on October 27, 1997, at 9:30 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President Helen Halberg, presided at the meeting. _

Members present included: Lloyd Yanisch, IonaHamman, Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant, Phyllis Fuller, Betty Gunderson, Marie Helmueller, Elizabeth DeLong , and Millie Bartz. They excused Tom Bengtson. Office on Aging Staff present included Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.-

After role call, Lloyd Y anisch mad a motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Harold Waltz made a second, motion carried.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Ha.Ss reported on fiscal and program issues through September 30, 1997. Yvonne reported on legal services.

Betty Gunderson reported from the AAA Board of Directors. The 1998 area service plan has not been completed. Four people employed in the AAA Office have resigned. Betty is a member of the personnel committee. They have distributed a survey to the nineteen counties and two tribes in this district. The purpose of the survey will be to help guide the future of the WW AAA, (\IV estern Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging). A reorganization and/or may be downsizing of AAA's in Wisconsin may result.

From the CWAG, (Coalition ofWisconsin Aging Groups), Betty reports that the governor has signed the budget. COPS (Community Options Program) slots have been approved, but they excluded additional funding. Many counties in Wisconsin have waiting lists and/or are out of funds and persons receiving services now, may not be funded the last two months of the year. Pierce County is not among these counties.

This committee will vote on a delegate to the AAA Advisory Board after they resolve the situation at the WW AAA.

Yvonne presented a budget amendment for 1997. She requested that the Council approve transfer for $2100 from Agency Systems to Homemaker Service. After discussion, Betty Gunderson made the motion to approve, second by Marie Helmueller, motion carried.

Marie Helmueller and Bernard Orant agreed to accept a three-year term on this committee. Yvonne will forward a request for appointment to the County Board Chair. Elizabeth DeLong will fill the unexpired term of Carol Yauch.

Kathy presented the Senior Housing Directory to the Council. Many felt this will help persons looking for housing in Pierce County.

The next meeting of this board will be on January 26, 1998, at 9:30a.m. Betty Gunderson made the motioifto adjourn the meeting with a second by Marie

Helmueller. Meeting adjourned.

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TIME: 9:30 a.m.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports-Title ill B & County Funds & Service Programs - Yvonne Manore

Program and Financial Reports-Title ill-C I & IT- Kathy Hass



OTHER BUSINESS: Report on New Pierce Transportation Vehicles - Kathy Hass



January 26, 1998

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on January 26, 1998, at 9:30a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President Helen Halberg, presided at the meeting ..

Members present included: Lloyd Yanisch, IonaHamman, Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant, Phyllis Fuller, Betty Gunderson, Marie Helmueller, Elizabeth DeLong , Tom Bengston, and Millie B~. Office on Aging Staff present included Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore and a guest Felicia Langer.

After role call, Marie Helmueller made a motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Betty Gunderson made a second, motion carried.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass reported on fiscal and program issues through December 31, 1997. Kathy reported that they served more meals in 1997 than in prior year 1996. The number of home delivered meals for the year is higher than the congregate meal count for the third year in a row.

Yvonne reported on legal services. She stressed that people that have a question or concern should phone the Office on Aging for an appointment. Often we can handle a problem over the phone or by mail. A newsletter article reminding people of this will be in the March issue of the Pierce County Senior News.

Kathy shared with council members, the number of transportation trips that are arranged through our office using volunteer drivers. The report gave a breakdown by month and program. The Office on Aging coordinates all volunteer transportation for Human Services. Trips arranged in 1997 numbered 2648. Kathy reminded council members that we need volunteer drivers throughout Pierce County.

Betty Gunderson reported from the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging, ( WW AAA), Board of Directors. They are dissolving this agency within six months. Some counties will join the District to the North and others will join the AgeAdvantage in the Madison area. A satellite office will remain in Eau Claire. Present staff will stay on. Any funds left from interest and decreased staffing, will be divided between the existing tribes and counties. The counties may apply the approximate $4250 toward purchase of software and update systems for Information and Assistance.

They will hold the Spring meeting of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) at the Baldwin Senior Center on April13. Registration begins at 9:00. Betty Gunderson is the District Chairperson and a member of the State Board. Registration forms will be available at local senior centers and in the March Newsletter.

Millie Bartz, Bay City, gave her resignation from this Council. She requested that Felicia Langer be appointed to fill her unexpired term of service. Betty Gunderson made a motion that a request be forwarded to the Pierce County Board Chair to appoint Felicia. Second by Millie Bartz. Kathy extended a "thank you" to Millie for her years of service for the Bay City/Hager City area seniors.

Kathy reported on the recent arrival of two new buses through Pierce Transportation, Inc. They are 1998 Fords, lift equipped with space for 25 passengers w/driver and three wheelchair

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securements. Both vehicles are white and cost approximately $11200 in local funds each. Federal funds paid the balance. We will sell two other vehicles. Pierce Transportation has a total of 14 vehicles. We store the vehicles at the Pierce County Fairgrounds in the Drewske Building. We pay rent for the space each year to the Pierce County Fair Committee.

The next meeting of this board will be on March 23, 1998, at 9:30a.m.

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... COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING NOTICE

DATE: MONDAY APRIL 27, 1998

TIME: 9:30AM

PLACE: MEETiNG R09M 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING

CALL.J_'O ORDER ROLLCALL

AGENDA

READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM LAST MEETING

' STAFF REPORTS: PROGRAM AND FINANCIAL REPORTS:

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TITLE111B,£.0Wtl £ Ft:JNI)S.AND SERVICE PROGRAMSYVONNE MANORE.

PROGRAM AND FINANCIAL REPORTS: TITLE 111 Cl AND CllKATHYHASS.

LEGAL SERVICE REPORT- YVONNE MAN ORE.

OTHER REPORTS: AAA BOARD- BETTY GUNDERSON.

COALITION AND CW AG PLATFORM- BETTY. G.

OTHER BUSINESS: 1997 ANNUAL REPORT- KATHY HASS

NOTE: WE WILL BE CELEBRATING THE RE-ELECTION OF TOM BENGTSON AND LLOYD YANISCH WITH COFFEE AND CAKE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



April 27, 1998

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on April27, 1998, at 9:30a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room # 1. President Helen Halberg, presided at the meeting. .

Members present included: Lloyd Y anisch, Iona Hamman, Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant, Betty Gunderson, Elizabeth DeLong, Carrie Hovel, and Felicia Langer. Human Services Student Intern, Debbie Bjork was a guest. Office on Aging Staff attending included, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

After role call, Bernard Grant made a motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting as mailed, with exception to the date of the next meet_ing. Harold Waltz made a second, motion carried.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass reported on fiscal and program issues through March 31, 1998. . '

Yvonne reported on legal services for the first quarter. Most of those helped were in the 80-89 age group.

Betty Gunderson reported from the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging, ( WW AAA), Board ofDirectors. Our district will be split with most of the counties under Age Advantage. Because of the travel distance, telephone conferences may be an alternative. Some counties will join the District to the North and a few counties may be under the Area Agency on Aging in Oshkosh. A satellite office and remaining staff will remain in Eau Claire with perhaps a reassignment of duties.

Betty reported the Spring meeting of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) had been held at the Baldwin Senior Center on April13. She explained the grassroots origin of the CWAG. Other states, (Michigan and Washington) would like to form a similar organization but so far have not been successful.

The CWAG now has a two million-dollar budget. The organization will be 21 years old this year. Betty presented senior center representatives with a copy of "A History of the Movement: 1977-1997." Betty gave a copy to the Office on Aging including a "1998 Elder Rights and Benefits for Wisconsin Seniors" book

Betty had other announcements. "Fraud Spotters" training will be on May 7, 1997, in Eau Claire. The Senior Statesmanship and Graduate Program will have a reunion on May 8, in Eau Claire. She distributed an agenda for the CWAG Convention in July. A paper plate campaign has been initiated to urge members of our Federal legislature to pass and sign the Older American's Act. Betty reviewed the legislative update.

Kathy reviewed and highlighted th~ _annual report from the Pierce County Office on Aging for 1997.

After discussion, we adjourned the meeting. The next meeting will be June 29, 9:30 a.m.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING 'IERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 .LLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011

715-273-6780


DATE: Monday, JUNE 29, 1998 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office BuiJding



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports-Title III B & Service Programs - Yvonne Manore



AAA Board Report-Betty Gunderson Coalition Report- Betty Gunderson Human Service Vehicle Inspections - Kathy Hass

OTHER BUSINESS: 1. Product demonstration of equipment and products for use in the home by

Lloyd Mcivor from American Home patient- Miller Medical in ~au Claire, WI, A company that specializes in Home Health Care Products and Equipment.

2. 1998 Pierce County Fair Discussion.



June 29, 1998

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on June 29, 1998, at 9:30 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room# 1. President Helen Halberg, presided at the meeting.

Members present included: Lloyd Yanisch, Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant, Elizabeth DeLong, Carrie Hovel, Marie Helmueller, Phyllis Fuller and Felicia Langer. Office on Aging Staff attending included, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore. .

After role call, Lloyd Janisch made a motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting as · · mailed Bernard Grant made a second, motion carried

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass reported on fiscal and program issues through May 31, 1998. Some 3B programs are running out of money so we will ask the council to reallocate the 3B Grant funds at the next meeting. Our 3B Grant is based on the number of elderly, low income and minorities in our county. They have not increased the allocation in several years. The food cost and salaries have continued to increase. We anticipate funding problems in the future if funding does not increase.

Staff distributed congregate meal data and we requested that members share the information with their local meal sites. ,

Yvonne reported on the legal services program. Twenty-two cases have been closed so far this year and twenty-one are open now. She explained a case she worked on this month where an individ\Ull had over paid the premium on the Medicare supplement policy for five years.

Betty Gunderson was unable to attend the meeting today. She related to Kathy that she would like to resign as representative to the Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors. They will disband Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging June 30, 1998 and we will become a part of the Age Advantage Area Agency on Aging out of Madison. Board meetings will be farther away than Eau Claire. They may hold them at Toma, and they will not hold them monthly. The Area Agency on Aging is selling equipment and furnitUre. They will allow each county $500 to spend on used equipment and furniture.

Kathy Hass reported on the vehicle inspections. Since they have combined Human Service vehicle rules and the rules from Americans with Disabilities Act rules, several things needed to be changed Changes included padding the area of the wheel chair lift. The capacity of the lift needed to be posted. An interlocking device was added to prohibit the vehicle from moving while the lift is down. We are repairing the vehicle that was in the accident Damages were more than $20000 but we purchased the vehicle in January 1998 for $54000.

Representatives from American Home Patient ofEau Claire displayed equipment that is available to aid persons in their own homes. They explained oxygen, wheelchairs, cushions, and other devices. They shared information about a new food supplement. This company accepts Medicare assignment. They will come to senior center meetings to display items that are available if they request them.

The Pierce County Fair is August 6, 7, 8, and 9. Ellsworth Center will have coffee and donuts available for a donation and the Spring Valley Center will have crafts and rag rugs for

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sale. Helen Halberg requested that fresh water also be available in the Senior Building. Kathy said we will give a bag clip to those visiting the senior building. This is one of our outreach projects for the year.

Kathy alerted council members that with the Long Term Care Redesign in Wisconsin there would be many changes ahead.

The next meeting of this committee will be on August 24 at 9:30 am. Meeting adjourned.

PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING

.~l?IERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ~LLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-6780


DATE: Monday, August 24, 1998 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office Building

Park on East Side of Building- enter ground level.


AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:


Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I & II - Kathy Hass


AAA Board Report-Kathy Hass Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson

OTHER BUSINESS: 1. Changes in III-B Allocations.

2. Information on Guardianship Services by Betty Gunderson from Guardianship Diversified Services Inc.

3. AAA Board Representative Recruitment.



August 24, 1998 ,'

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on Augus~2~:"~~9~: at 9:30a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. Vice-president Marie Helmueller presided over the meeting until President Helen Halberg arrived.

Members present included: Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant, Elizabeth DeLong, Carrie Hovel, Marie Helmueller, Iona Hamman, Betty Gunderson and Felicia Langer. Office on Aging Staff attending included, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore. They excused Lloyd Y anisch and Phyllis Fuller was absent. Three staff members from the Pierce County Public Health Department were present for the Guardianship portion of the meeting.

After role call, Betty Gunderson made a motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Harold Waltz made a second, motion carried.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass reported on fiscal and program issues through July 31, 1998. They raised a question about the number of persons served by the legal service program. Yvonne explained that this number shown represented phone calls only and not the number of cases opened. She estimated that between 30 and 40 cases have been opened so far this year. Kathy would like to get new people interested in attending the meal program. This is a problem as the new retirees are too active to attend and volunteer. Those age 80 and over need home delivered meals.

Yvonne reported on the legal services program. The Council held a discussion on Medicare fraud and abuse. Yvonne shared a case in which a Medicare provider provided a medical device to a Medicare client. For the first three months the provider accepted assignment, for the next two months the provider submitted unassigned claims to Medicare and for the months since have again accepted assignment. A provider must accept assignment once they submit it as an assigned claim. This problem is now under investigation by Medicare. She also shared a case in which several resources were used to help a person in purchasing shingles for the home. Family will put the shingles on for the client.

Kathy attended the first meeting of the AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Aging. They held the meeting in Tomah. New officers were elected. Tom Fraizier, Executive Director of the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) reported on the planned rally at the Capital in Madison, the progress of the Long Term Care Redesign and Medicare+Choice. They will hold a consumer forum on Medicare+Choice in Eau Claire on October 16. Yvonne plans to attend and schedule mini forums at each senior center in Pierce County.

Kathy also reported that with the merger they plan some changes in Advisory Council meetings, bylaws and board meetings since this includes many people.

Betty Gunderson representing Guardianship Diversified Services, (GDS), in Ellsworth, reported on Guardianship. The State of Wisconsin licenses her agency for 100 people. The Courts set the fees for the corporate guardianships, even the private pay clients. There is a great need for corporate guardians as often family members are too far away or they do not have family, or it may be a dysfunctional family. Also wards may not have any friends that can fill the role. Rules are set in each Judicial District as to the number of visits the guardian must make to the ward per year. The guardian must always "work in the ward's best interest" The guardian may have control over the person and the financial portion. GDS will not take children

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as wards. Their wards include those deemed incompetent by the court and the developmentally disabled.

The court and Social Security require many reports. A guardian files Income tax, Homestead Tax and sets up burial trusts for the ward. To make this task as simple as possible everything is on the computer. The agency works in eight area counties. Storage of files is a problem, since they cannot throw any records away even after the ward is deceased. Staff includes three full time and two part time positions. They do not allow that corporate guardianship advertise their business. GDS will help others to set up a corporate guardianship business. She also recommends the use of the Elder Law Center within the CWAG for information.

When guardianship is set up it, could cost $108-$2000. The ward or the county pays this depending on the financial condition of the ward.

They will hold the CW AG Fall District Meeting on September 14, at the Eau Claire Senior Center. The cost for the day will be $7. Betty Gunderson will not run for the District Chair again. The agenda includes a report on the Medicare fraud and abuse program, the March on Madison scheduled for next year and election of officers.

Yvonne requested that the Council approve a line item change under IITB. She requested that $3500 be subtracted from Agency Systems allocation and add $2000 to Supportive Home Care and $1500 to the 60+ Medical Transportation Program. Both programs would be out of funds shortly. The transportation program receives ample donations but due to the increase in requests will need more funds to finish out the year. The Supportive Home Care Program donations are very low. Marie Helmueller made a motion to approve the transfer of funds and Bernard Grant made a second. Motion carried.

Betty Gunderson has resigned from the Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors. The board meets every other month. Kathy asked if anyone would care to volunteer for the position. Hearing none, she asked Felica Langer if she would consider it. Felicia will give her answer later.

Helen Halberg resigned from the Council as she is now a resident of St. Croix County. The next meeting of this committee will be on October 26 at 9:30 a.m. Meeting adjourned at 11:10.

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PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ELLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-6780


DATE: Monday, October 26, 1998 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office Building



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:




AAA Board Report-Kathy Hass Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson OTHER BUSINESS:

1. 1999 Budget

2. Report on Changes in Home Care by Caralynn Hodgson, Pierce County Home Care Manager

3. AAA Board Representative Recruitment.

4. Nomination and Election of Officers



October 26, 1998

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on October 26, 1998, at 9:30 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. Vice-president Marie Helmueller presided over the meeting.

Members present were: Harold Waltz, Bernard Grant, Carrie Hovel, Marie Helmueller, Lloyd Yanisch and Felicia Langer. Office on Aging Staff attending included: Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore. Excused: Phyllis Fuller, Betty Gunderson and Elizabeth Delong. Iona Hamman was absent. AI Bois representing River Falls Senior Center and Caralynn Hodgson, Home Care Manager for the Pierce County Public Health Department also attended.

After role call, Bernard Grant made a motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Felicia Langer made a second, motion carried.

Yvonne Manore and Kathy Hass reported on fiscal and program issues through September 30, 1998. Kathy reported they have served 189 different people so far this year on home delivered meals and 250 different people have been served at the congregate sites. By the end of 1998, Kathy predicts the home delivered count will be greater than the congregate. Surrounding counties have experienced this same tread.

Yvonne reported on the legal services program. Yvonne asked the Council on Aging members to check the November Senior News for the schedule of the presentation she will make at Pierce County Senior Centers and Nutrition Sites about the Medicare+Choice.

Kathy attended the meeting of the AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors. They have held new board member training. Still some discussion on the merger and the dividing of the counties that were in the old Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging 0VW AAA). They will divide interest money from the WW AAA among the counties. It should be around $6000 and must be spent on home delivered meals.

Kathy presented the 1998 Budget for the Pierce County Office on Aging. The Federal Government in this legislative session did not inClude an increase in allocation. Lloyd Janisch made a motion to approve the budget as presented and AI Bois made a second. Motion carried.

Caralynn Hodgson made a presentation to the Council concerning the changes in Home Health Care regulations and reimbursements. This agency serves all ages. Home care is usually short term. They help people get back on their feet and become independent again. The program offers specialized, and skilled nurses, therapy which includes speech, occupational and physical therapy, nursing assistants and licensed practical nurses.

The changes in reimbursements were due to fraudulent Medicare billing in the southern U.S. Home care agencies are closely monitored. They received state certification and state audits. Medicare also checks them. Agencies are receiving 19% less in reimbursement With no changes in the regulations. They assess each client. This assessment form is 20 pages long. They reimburse them at 1% for completion of this required assessment Medicare has instructed doctors not to put anyone on home care that is not homebound.

Home care is paid thru Medicare, Medicaid, VA, insurance, and private pay. A sliding fee scale is used for the private pay people. The Pierce County Home Care Program has

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a history ofliigh quality care. They cannot turn anyone away unless they do not have the staff Due to the reduction in home care reimbursement many home care agencies are going

otit of business. Four counties in Wisconsin have already ended their program. Can this agency survive? Caralynn urges people to write or phone their legislators after the election. Let them know how you feel about not having quality home care availabe. She will provide an outline of subjects to address in your letter.

Harold Waltz representative from Maiden Rock submitted his resignation. The Council voted to appoint and fill vacancies of those terms which will expire on October 31, 1998. The appointments and reappointments: Iona Hamman, Prescott, Elizabeth Delong, Elmwood, new members: Al Bois, River Falls, Lorraine Olson, Maiden Rock Al Bois of River Falls will be our representative on the Area Agency Board of Directors and Lorraine Olson will represent us on the Area Agency on Agency Advisory Council. Lloyd Y anisch made a motion to appoint and reappoint these people with a second by Bernard Grant. Motion carried.

Election of officers- Felicia Langer made a motion to unanimously cast a ballot for the officers nominated, second by Bernard Grant. The officers will be: Chair- Al Bois, Vice-chair -Marie Helmueller, Secretary Betty Gunderson. Motion carried.

The next meeting of this Council will be January 25, 1999. Meeting adjourned.



DATE: Monday, January 25, 1999 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office Building



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:




AAA Board Report-A! Bois Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson Pierce Transportation Report-Kathy Hass

OTHER BUSINESS: Presentation on Cremation by Brian Kastner from the Wisconsin Cremation Society


PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING; BOX 670 ELLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-6780


DATE: Monday, March 29, 1999 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office Building



AGENDA

Reading and Approval of Minutes from Last Meeting STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:

Annual Report- Kathy Hass


·Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I & II- Kathy Hass


AAA Board Report-AI Bois Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson Pierce Transportation Report-Kathy Hass

OTHER BUSINESS: Presentation on Cremation by Brian Kastner from the Wisconsin Cremation Society

Age Advantage Report and Update on Long Term Care Redesign By Dianne Rhein, Age Advantage Program Consultant



March 29, 1999

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on March 29, 1999 at 9:30am. at the Pierce County e)ffice Building, Conference Room #1. President Al Bois presided over the meeting.

Members present were: Bernard Grant, Marie Helmueller, Lloyd Yanisch, Tom Bengston, Elizabeth DeLong, Phyllis Fuller, Betty Gunderson, Iona Hamman, Felicia Langer, and Lorraine Olson. Office on Aging Staff attending included Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore. Diane Rhein, Program Consultant from the AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Aging was in attendance.

Yvonne requested that there be a change in the agenda order. Kathy Hass will be attending later in the meeting.

After roll call, Bernard Grant made a motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Marie Helmueller made a second, motion carried.

Yvonne Manore explained a report for the 1998 Benefit Specialist Program. During 1998,65 cases were opened and 52 cases were closed. Rhoda Wood and Yvonne answered 764 information and referral phone calls. Funds totaling $61260 were recovered from Federal, State and Other resources.

Betty Gunderson gave an update on the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG). She reminded Council members about the District VI CWAG meeting to be held in Durand on April12. Reservations must be in by AprilS. She encouraged members to attend especially since the meeting is close to Pierce County.

The CWAG 1999 convention will be held in Madison May 18-20. During this time a second "March on Madison" is being planned for May 19. AARP will sponsor a bus from the Eau Claire Senior Center to Madison. If you wish to ride the bus to Madison for the day you must make your reservation by April2. The bus will leave Eau Claire at 7:00am. and return about 7:30 p.m. A box lunch will also be provided on this bus trip. Yvonne was in attendance at

· the first "March on Madison" in 1977. Other information from CWAG included: a legislative update, State budget report, a new

building proposed for CWAG, individual membership in CW AG and CWAG platform. Yvonne informed members that the Pierce County Office on Aging would like to

nominate Betty Gunderson for one of the awards granted each year by the CWAG. She asked the Council to also support Betty's nomination. AI Bois made a motion that the Council on Aging joins the Office on Aging in nominating Betty Gunderson for an award Second was make by Elizabeth DeLong. Motion carried

Diane Rhein, Program Consultant, explained that the main part of her duties involve advocacy. She held a discussion on the Long Term Care Redesign and the State biennium budget She encouraged members to testify at the joint finance committee hearing to be held on Apri114 in Osceola Written testimony may be submitted In Wisconsin there are over 9000 people on Community Options Program waiting list There is a need to update Long Term Care in order to meet the needs of the increasing elderly and handicapped population.

Yvonne gave the Pierce County Office on Aging Annual Report for Title ill B, ill D, ill F, Alzheimer's Grant, and Elder Abuse Grant Kathy reported on Transportation, Title ill C1, ill C2, distribution of County .funds, and In-kind Reports. Discussion followed

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· The representative from the Wisconsin Cremation Society was unable to attend this meeting. An invitation will be extended for a presentation at the next meeting.

The next meeting of the Pierce County Council on Aging will be May 24. Bernard Grant made a motion to adjourn, second by Tommy Bengtson. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned

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DATE: Monday, May 24, 1999 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office Building



AGENDA




REPORTS:


AAA Board Report-AI Bois Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson Family Care Update-Kathy Hass

OTHER BUSINESS: 10:00 a.m. Adjourn to Consumer Protection Public Meeting Sponsored by State

Representative Kitty Rhoades.



MAY 2 8 1999

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May24, 1999

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on May 24, 1999 at 9:00 am. at the Pierce County effice Building, Conference Room # 1. President AI Bois presided over the meeting.

Members present were: ·AI Bois, Bernard Grant, Marie Helmueller, Lloyd Y anisch, Tom Bengston, Elizabeth DeLong, Phyllis Fuller, Betty Gunderson, and Iona Hamman. Office on Aging Staff attending included Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore. Guests included Iolene Grant and Ted Phemetton, the new Director of Pierce County Human Service.

After roll call, Tom Bengston made a motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Bernard Grant made a second, motion carried.

Yvonne Manore explained a report for Title IIIB, D and F. Kathy Hass reported on Title IITCI and II. Yvonne gave a brief report on legal services: She reminded everyone that if someone receives a letter from Social Security or SSI that they do not understand they should urge them to contact her. Recently a client waited until the time limit was down to 10 to 14 days. She contacted her backup attorney and when she contacted the client that they would take her case, the client had already responded to the letter and the opportunity to assist this client was gone.

Yvonne informed the Council that she had nominated Betty Gunderson for a Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups award. Betty won the District VI Senior Achievement Award. Betty received her award on May 18 in Madison during the CWAG Annual Convention. The Council members congratulated Betty on her achievement and thanked her for all of her volunteer work on behalf of seniors in Pierce County, the District and the State of Wisconsin.

Betty Gunderson gave a report on the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups Convention Platform and the 1999 Rally in Madison. Over 3300 people attended the Rally at the Capital. The rally was in support of the Family Care Program that is proposed in Wisconsin. Over 11000 people are on the Community Options waiting lists at this time. Pierce County does not have a

· waiting list. The allocation to each person under Family Care would be based on their needs and would be considered an entitlement for as long as you would need it Family Care would cover all age groups and disabilities. At this tinie, there are six pilot counties for family care in the state. It is hoped that it would be two to five years before pilot programs would be evaluated. It has been suggested that an alternative model be piloted using the present system. Kathy distributed articles from newspapers about family care and waiting lists for home care.

Betty reminded Council members about the fall District VI CWAG meeting to be held in Pierce County on September 13, 1999. It will be held at Our Savior's Lutheran Church. Kathy will arrange for a nutrition program meal to be served. Betty encouraged members to attend especially since the meeting is in Pierce County. ·

State Representative Kitty Rhoades and representatives from Consumer Protection were scheduled to give a presentation at 10:00 following this meeting.

The next meeting of the Pierce County Council on Aging will be July 26. Meeting adjourned.


MAY 2 S 1999

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PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING "PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ~LLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-6780


DATE: Monday, July 26, 1999 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 - Pierce County Office Building



AGENDA


REPORTS:




AAA Board Report-Al Bois Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson Family Care Update-Kathy Hass Aging Unit Plan for 2000-2003 Update- Kathy Hass

OTHER BUSINESS: 10:00 a.m. Informational Presentation by Brian Kastner from the Wisconsin

Cremation Society - Eau Claire.



July 26, 1999

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on July 26, 1999 at 9:30am. at the Pierce County 0ffice Building, Conference Room # 1. President AI Bois presided over the meeting.

Members present were: AI Bois, Bernard Grant, Marie Helm~eller, Lloyd Yanisch, Tom Bengston, Elizabeth DeLong, Phyllis Fuller, Lorraine Olson, and Iona.Hamman. Office on Aging Staff attending included Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore. Guests included: DiAnn Fuchs, Kathy Martin, Brian Kastner, and Vicky Nelson.

After roll call, Lloyd Y anisch made a motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Tommy Bengston made a second, motion carried.

Yvonne Manore explained a report for Title IIIB, D and F. Kathy Hass reported on Title illCI and II. Yvonne gave a report on legal services. Twenty-five cases have been closed from January through June, 1999. Eighteen cases are presently open and 39 have been opened in 1999.

Kathy announced that Charlotte Beyer, employed for the past 21 years as a Site Manager in Plum City and Bay City will be retiring July 29. Sue Saunders has been hired for this position. Due to budget constraints, Kathy is closing the Friday meal for Plum City beginning with Friday, August 6. Plum City will continue to serve meals on Monday and Wednesday. Bay City will serve meals on Tuesday and Thursday.

AI Bois reported on the District AgeAdvantage Board Meeting. The Area Agency is experiencing budget problems just like the counties are. Kathy added that with the increase in salaries and food costs, ample funding is always a problem. She reminded Council members that the formula for distribution of the funds is based partially on the number of persons below poverty level and the number of minorities in Pierce County. We do not have high numbers of either group.

Brian Kastner from the Wisconsin Cremation Society based in Eau Claire gave the Council information about cremation and services available through the Society. The Wisconsin Cremation Society was created in 1984 and is closely associated with the Minnesota Cremation Society. Membership costs are $15 per individual and $25 per couple. Prepai4 cremation for members is $795 and $865 for ~on-members. The Society is a licensed funeral home and can provide all of the services that you may desire. Standard cremation fees include death certificates, notification of coroner and Social Security. They will help with obituaries, memorial services and will sell you guest books, memorial cards, urns, and other items that any funeral home sells. Twenty-four percent of the people in the United States are now choosing cremation. The scattering of ashes is legal except on private property. You may scatter them on your own property but not someone else's property without their permission. Brian left brochures for each person in attendance and will send more to be distributed at the senior centers.

Kathy gave a brief report on the Family Care Program progress in Wisconsin. Pilot project programs are all complaining that the funding per person is inadequate. They are running the program like an HMO and people are not being served adequately. Kathy reminded the Council that the counties can choose to run Family Care or it can be contracted out to private corporations. The pilot programs want more funding or they suggest to drop the concept.

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The Pierce County Office on Aging is required to write a three year plan for 2000 - 2002. Yvonne has been conducting discussions at the senior centers about the programs and services now provided People are given an opportunity to make comments and suggestions about the programs and services. Besides goals and objectives we now must provide measurable outcomes for each service and program.

The Pierce County Council on Aging will next meet on September 27. Yvonne reminded members about the up coming Pierce County Fair and Senior Day on

Friday, August 6. Meeting adjourned.


AUG 1 1999

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DATE: Monday, September 27, 1999 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: NOTE: Meeting Room 2 & 3 (INSTEAD OF 1). They are next to

each other but go down the hall and around the corner at Pierce County Office Building. Park on East Side of Building - enter ground level.


AGENDA




REPORTS:

2000 Budget - Kathy Hass


AAA Board Report-Kathy Hass Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson

OTHER BUSINESS: Report on Senior Statesman Program by Mert Ti Marguerite Campion


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SEP 1 7 1999

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September 27, 1999

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on September 27, 1999 at 9:30a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #2 and #3. President AI Bois presided over the meeting.

Members present were: AI Bois, Bernard Grant, Marie Helmueller, Lloyd Yanisch, Tom Bengston, Elizabeth DeLong, Phyllis Fuller, Lorraine Olson, and Iona Hamman. Jim Hanson representing the Bay City Senior Center attended along with Merton Timmerman and Marguerite Campion, Senior Statesmanship representatives and a stude_nt intern, Julie Hoseck. Office on Aging Staff attending included Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

After roll call, Bernard Grant made a motion to accept the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Marie Helmueller made a second, motion carried.

Yvonne Manore explained a report for Title IIIB, D and F. She informed the Council that remaining funds from the 1997 budget had been re-allocated. An amount of $1402 could be added to the 60+ Medical Transportation Program. Bernard Grant made a motion that the $1402 be added to the 60+ Medical Transportation Program and Marie Helmueller made a second. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reported on Title IIICI and IT. She explained that since we do not have a congregate meal site in Elmwood, the regular diet meals for people living in Elmwood that receive Home-Delivered meals, are prepared at the Heritage Nursing Home in Elmwood. Back in 1976, Elmwood refused to have a congregate meal site and therefore those who wish to attend a congregate meal are transported to the Spring Valley Meal Site.

Kathy reviewed the funding resources for the budget year 2000. The Pierce County Human Services Board has approved the budget The in-kind match is 10% of the total Title III allocation. Volunteer time makes up most of the in-kind match. Kathy also explained that the United States Department of Agriculture reimburses $.56 for each meal served whether ·congregate or home-delivered Kathy also reviewed the donation system. The total budget including all resources will be $510204.

Yvonne gave a report on legal services. She related a recent case in which she assisted a person in receiving SSIIMA. This person had seven disability policies with one insurance company. Yvonne is preparing a letter to be sent to the Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner complaining about this practice. She cautioned council members to watch for this type of duplication among family members and friends.

AI Bois was unable to attend the District AgeAdvantage Board Meeting. Kathy did attend and reported that the merger between Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging and the AgeAdvantage Area Agency has been completed The district consists of 25 counties and 1 tribe. This agency is also working on the budget for the year 2000. A hearing is set for Eau Claire, Phillips Center on November 9, 1:00 to :3:00. Lorraine Olson is our representative on the Advisory Council with tenure until 2004 and AI Bois is our representative on the Board of Directors until 2004.

Merton Timmerman and Marguerite Campion of River Falls gave a reP<,>rt on the Senior Statesmanship Program that they attended this year at Madison. Merton and Marguerite expressed gratitude and thanks for the opportunity to attend the training. Both of them expressed


the importance of each individual advocating for programs for the elderly. Not all seniors are wealthy or able to provide for the necessary services to remain in their own homes and communities. As Senior Statesmen they had an opportunity to attend a governor's news conference, visit with their own representatives and/or staff and enjoyed getting acquainted with our state capital.

Family Care was a topic of discussion. Merton and Marguerite urged those in attendance to join the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) as an individual member. The new building for the CWAG has been started. It is located on the south side of Madison and will be an intergenerational complex. Phone calls seem to be the best way to communicate with our legislators rather than form letters and postcards.

Kathy related that there are several persons working with our congregate meal program that are employees of Green Thumb. To be an employee with Green Thumb you need to be at least 55, and meet an income guideline. Workers put in 20 hours a week and receive minimum wage. The Office on Aging also sponsors two Senior Center Green Thumb Workers at the Spring Valley and River Falls Senior Centers. Green Thumb requests that a sponsoring agency pay $250 per year per employee. Kathy reminded Spring Valley and River Falls Senior Centers that they are expected to pay the $250 for their director positions.

Discussion followed about the recent District CWAG meeting that was held at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, here in Pierce County.

The next meeting of this Council will be the annual meeting on October 18, 1999. Meeting adjourned.



MEETING NOTICE

The Pierce County,g_ouncil on Aging will meet on October 18, 1999, 9:30a.m .. in the Pierce County Office Build.lng:--Agendaitems include: ANNUAL MEETING: Election of Officers; Reports: Program and Financial, Legal Service and Coalition. Other Business: Re-allocation of Title ill Funds, View Video on Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups.




DATE: Monday, October 18, 1999 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: NOTE: Meeting Room 1 in the Pierce County Office Building.



AGENDA


ANNUAL MEETING: Election of Officers

STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:





OTHER BUSINESS: Re-allocation of Title III Funds View Video on Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups



October 18, 1999

The annual meeting of the Pierce County Council on Aging met on October 18, 1999, at 9:30am. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President Al Bois presided over the meeting.

Members present included: Al Bois, Bernard Grant, Marie Helmueller, Lloyd Y anisch, Tom Bengston, Elizabeth DeLong, Lorraine Olson, Jim Hanson, Betty Gunderson and Iona Hamman. Phyllis Fuller asked to be excused. Office on Aging Staff included: Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

After roll call, Tom Bengston made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Betty Gunderson seconded that motion. Motion carried.

The terms of Phyllis Fuller and Betty Gunderson are up for reappointment. Both Betty and Phyllis will accept another three year reappointment. Jim Hanson has accepted a three year appointment as the Bay City Center Representative. Yvonne will forward their names to the Pierce County Board Chairman for appointment to fu.is Council. The motion for appointment was made by Al Bois and a seconded by Marie Helmueller, motion carried

President Bois called for nominations for the offices of president, vice-president and secretary. Betty Gunderson made a motion to elect by unanimous ballot those nominated; Al Bois, President, Marie Helmueller, Vice-president and Betty Gunderson as Secretary. Bernard Grant made a second to the motion. Motion carried.

Representatives on the Area Agency on Aging Board will be Al Bois with Jim Hanson as alternate. The representative on the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Board will be Lorraine Olson with Betty Gunderson as alternate.

Kathy and Yvonne gave the financial and program reports for Title IIIB, C, C1, D and F. Yvonne gave a program report on legal services through the third quarter.

The recent Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) District VI meeting was a success as reported by Betty Gunderson. Comments were good with 148 people attending and 12 people became individual members. A pharmacist presented interesting information on prescription drugs. He recommended that you store your prescription drugs in your kitchen cupboard rather than in the medicine cabinet in your bathroom. The bathroom may be too hot and humid for many medications. If you do not take all of your medication, throw it away. Do not save some of your pills for another time. Discussion followed concerning cheaper prescription drugs being available in Mexico and Canada

Two videos were shown. "CW AG" was shown to members. It is a video distributed by the CWAG to explain their purpose and goals. The second video was loaned to us by the St. Croix Office on Aging. Six people that are receiving home delivered meals were interviewed. Some were past participants at the River Falls Meal Site. Discussion followed both of the videos.

Kathy explained that Yvonne will be getting a new computer as she has the oldest one in the office. The old computer will be sent to the River Falls Center for use by Rhoda Wood, Center Director and Benefit Specialist Helper.

The next meeting of this Council wiU be held on January 24, 2000. Meeting adjourned ·



DATE: Monday, January 24,2000 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: NOTE: Meeting Room 1 in the Pierce County Office Building.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS: Program and Financial Reports-Title III B & Service Programs - Yvonne Manore

Program and Financial Reports-Title III -C I & II - Kathy Hass


REPORTS: Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson

OTHER BUSINESS: Approve Carryover Funds in C I Program Trust Fund.

Presentation on Pierce County Food Pantry- Fred Finstad


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PIERCE' COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING

January 24, 2000

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on January 24, 2000, 18, 1999, at 9:30 am. at the Pierce·County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President AI Bois presided over the meeting.

Members present included: AI Bois, Bernard Grant, Marie Helmueller, Lloyd Y anisch, Tom Bengston, Elizabeth DeLong, Lorraine Olson, Jim Hanson, Betty Gundersonm, Phyllis Fuller and Iona Hamman. Office on Aging Staff included: Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

After roll call, Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Bernard Grant seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Kathy and Yvonne gave the financial and program reports for Title ITIB, C1, C2, D and F. Kathy noted that more St. Croix County residents eat at the River Falls meal site than Pierce County residents. This year there is a larger fund balance in congregate meals than usual due to a donation of $1000 from the Treasure Island Casino and when the Western Wisconsin Area Agency on Aging was dissolved the balance in asse~ was distributed to the counties. This amount was $6890 Kathy also reported that donations throughout the county were fme. After all1999 bills are paid, the remainder can be placed in a trust account to replace equipment including the meal delivery van.

Yvonne gave a program report on legal services through the fourth quarter. Over $62000 was saved during 1999. This is the first year she had a client in the 100+ group. Sixty

·different clients were served and seventy-two cases were opened with 59 cases being closed. Betty Gunderson the representative for the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups

(CWAG) District VI handed out literature about the different programs that Governor Thompson left in the 1999-2000 State budget. However, nothing has been acted upon as yet. She encouraged members to contact legislators as the legislative session will be very short this year. Also, it was discovered that if you belonged to an AARP Chapter you could not belong to the CWAG. It has worked out well with people being members of both groups. AARP deals

· basically with Federal issues while the CWAG concentrates on state issues. Lloyd Yanisch made a motion that after all1999 expenses are paid, any Title ill C1

donation funds that cannot be spent within 60 days should be put into the Title ill C1 Equipment Replacement Trust Fund. Second by AI Bois. Motion carried.

Betty encouraged members to consider signing up for the Senior Statesmanship Program. Applications need to be submitted by February 7. Yvonne will try to get scholarships for anyone interested in attending.

Fred Finstad, supervisor of the Pierce County Food Pantry, gave a presentation on what is available through the pantry. Treasure Island Casino donates food each year. Fred also acknowledged the churches in Pierce County that also have food pantries. Fred serves about 150 families each month with a total of over 200 people. Families can access the food pantry one time per month. Lorraine Olson is a volunteer with the CROPS Program in Red Wing. Wisconsin residents are welcome to participate and the cost is $15. AI Bois, from River Falls, explained that a Fair Share Program operates from the Moose Lodge each month and the cost with that program is $16. The State of Wisconsin has recently made a change and now contracts only with CAP agencies for food pantry commodities. Pierce County ruis chosen not to contract with W estCAP at this time.

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The Council members agreed there are far too many people including children that go to bed hungry each night It was also noted that many are homeless and sleep in the streets. The Council feels that we as Americans, should be doing more to help those in need in the United States and that more affordable housing be built

The next meeting of the Council will be held on March 27 at 9:30 am. Meeting adjourned.


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DATE: Monday, March 27, 2000 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: NOTE: Meeting Room 1 in the Pierce County Office Building.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS: Program and Financial Reports-Title III B & Service Programs- Yvonne Manore

Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I & II - Kathy Hass


REPORTS: Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson

AAA Board- AI Bois

AAA Advisory Council- Lorraine Olson

OTHER BUSINESS: 1999 Annual Report



MAR 1 4 2000

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March 27, 2000

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on March 27, 2000, at 9:30 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room # 1. Vice-President Marie Helmueller presided over the meeting.

Members present included: Bernard Grant, Marie Helmueller, Lloyd Yanisch, Tom Bengston, Elizabeth DeLong, Lorraine Olson, Jim Hanson, Phyllis Fuller and Iona Hamman. Al Bois and Betty Gunderson were excused. Pierce County Board Chairman, Richard Wilhelm was a guest. Office on Aging Staff attending included: Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

After roll call, Bernard Grant made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Jim Hanson seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Kathy and Yvonne gave the financial and program reports for Title IIIB, C1, C2, D and F for the period 1-1-2000 through 2-29-2000. Kathy noted that Title IIID allocation will become a part of Title IIIB when the fiscal year begins 7-1-2000. Meal donations throughout the county remain at a good average. It was also noted that the meals served at the congregate sites are very good. Participation at a meal site offers good food and a chance to socialize.

Yvonne gave a program report for legal services through the same time period as noted above. Lorraine Olson shared a letter from Alice Clausing about the possible new prescription drug program for Wisconsin. Alice offered to attend one of our meetings in the future.

Al Bois attended the AgeAdvantage Board of Directors Meeting last Friday. He gave Kathy a written report. The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) has moved into their new building. AgeAdvantage will be moving into the same building very soon.

Kathy gave the annual report for the Pierce County Office on Aging. Discussion followed about the Year 2000 Census, Medical Transportation, and questions about human services vehicles.

Motion was made by Bernard Grant and seconded by Lloyd Yanisch to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.

The next meeting of this committee may be held in May. Members will be notified after County Board elections as to the exact day and time.


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DATE: WEDNESDAY, MAY 24, 2000 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: NOTE: Meeting Room 2 in the Pierce County Office Building.



AGENDA

Reading and Approval of Minutes from Last Meeting Council Orientation- Aging Network Overview by Dianne Rhein

AgeAdvantage Regional Planner/Program Consultant STAFF REPORTS:




REPORTS: Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson AAA Board- AI Bois

OTHER BUSINESS: New Senior Resource Guide

cc: Mark Schroeder Sandy Langer Jamie Feuerhelm Pierce County Herald



M.AY 5 2000

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May24, 2000

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on May 24, 2000, at 9:30 a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room # 1. President AI Bois presided.

Members present included: Bernard Grant, Marie Helmueller, Myrna Larrabee, John Shafer, EliZabeth DeLong, Lorraine Olson, Jim Hanson, and Iona Hamman. Phyllis Fuller was excused. Dianne Rhein, AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Agency Planner was present . Office on Aging Staff included: Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

After roll call, Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Jim Hanson seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Dianne Rhein gave a presentation on the Aging Network in Wisconsin. Members viewed, «There's No Place Like Home" followed with information of the structure of the netWork from the local community through to the Federal Government. This included a review ofthe types of services and programs available. AgeAdvantage is comprised oftwenty-four counties and the Ho-Chunk Native American Nation

Betty Gunderson, gave a report on the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups, (CWAG) . .. A prescription drug bill recently passed the Wisconsin Legislature. Copies of the bill were not

available during the meeting but a copy will be mailed to each member along with the minutes. The CWAG annual convention will be held in Appleton, July 12-14. Betty is not

attending this year but encourages others to consider attending. Yvonne gave the financial and program reports for Title IIIB, D, F, Elder Abuse,

Alzheimer's Family and Caregivers Program and s85.21 Transportation. Kathy gave the financial and program report for Title illC and Cl. The United States Department of Agriculture reimburses Pierce County fifty-six cents per meal served for congregate and home

·delivered meals. AI Bois, a member of the AgeAdvantage Board of Directors reported that the agency has

moved into the new building recently completed by CW AG. AI expressed that he may not be able to continue to represent this Council on the Area Agency Board of Directors due to health issues. AI reported that the Area Agency appears to be financially secure.

Yvonne gave a report on the Patient Assistance Program. Several pharmaceutical companies offer up to three months of prescription medications for no fee to those iQ.dividuals that meet the guidelines of their program. The process takes six to eight weeks and requires cooperation of the applicants physician. However, for many people the inconvenience is worthwhile. Very few supplemental insurance policies cover prescription drugs.

AI! members were given a resource directory that was recently completed by_the Office oo~g .

Motion was made by Bernard Grant and seconded by Marie Helmueller to adjourn the meeting Motion carried. ·

The next meeting of this committee will be held in July 10, at 9:30. Jim Hanson asked to be excused from the July meeting. A tentative date for September 11 was set


MAY 26 2000

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DATE: MONDAY, JULY 10, 2000 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 in the Pierce County Office Building.



AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:




Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson AAA Board- Kathy Hass

OTHER BUSINESS: Irvin Yelle, Pierce County Veteran's Service Officer will give an

overview of benefits available to Veterans and an update on changes being made.

File Copy



County Clerk's Office

JUN 2 7 2000

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MEETING NOTICE

The Pierce County Council on Aging will meet on July 10, 2000, 9:30 a.m.. in the Pierce County Office Building. Agenda items include: Reports: Program and Financial, Legal Service, AAA Board and Coalition. Other Business:Irvin Yelle, Pierce County Veteran's Service Office will give an overview of Veteran benefits and an update on changes being made.


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING - JULY 10, 2000 MINUTES

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on July 10, 2000, at 9:30a.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room # 1. Secretary - Betty Gunderson presided in the absence of the President and the Vice-President.

Members present included: Bernard Grant, Myrna Larrabee, John Shafer, Elizabeth DeLong, Betty Gunderson and Iona J:iamman. Phyllis Fuller, AI Bois, Marie Helmueller and Jim Hanson were excused. Loraine Olson was absent. Office on Aging Staff included: Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

After roll call, Bernard Grant made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Elizabeth DeLong seconded that motion. Motion carried. Discussion followed about prescription drug costs.

Kathy and Yvonne gave financial and program reports. Discussion on Elder Abuse and the Alzheimer's Grant followed. Kathy was notified that the USDA reimbursement for each meal served wiil be reduced. Yvonne gave a report on Legal Services for the first six months of 2000. A rental certificate/voucher is now in the hands of one of Yvonne's clients. Pierce County residents were not eligible for this program since we do not have a county housing authority. Pierce County Housing Authority applied eight to ten years ago, but was denied rental certificates due to inexperience with this program. West CAP is administering the few available rental certificates in Pierce County at this time. Yvonne is hoping to get another client on the program yet this year.

Betty Gunderson, gave a report from the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups, (CWAG). A prescription drug program and Home Care are the big issues being worked on by CWAG. The District VI, Fall meeting will be held September 11, 2000 at the Chippewa Falls Senior Center. Watch your monthly senior newsletter for details and registration. Anyone interested in attending may ride with Betty. It was reported that information on the Federal prescription drug program is not available as yet.

Group discussion followed about the labor shortage and untrained employees working with the elderly and developmentally disabled. It was expressed by observers that some employees seemed unskilled and underpaid for the responsibility that they have.

Irvin Yelle, Pierce County Veterans Service Officer, joined the meeting to give an overview of services that are provided through the County Veterans Service Office and the types of assistance that he can offer. Emergency Health Care is not available at the Veterans Hospital in Minneapolis. Local hospitals must be used for emergency care. Transportation is available from Ellsworth to the Veterans Hospital five days a week if necessary. Persons serving in the reserves are not considered veterans. A new veterans cemetery will be located between Shell Lake and Spooner, Wisconisn and will be called the Northwest Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery. Veterans may be buried there free except for transportation to the cemetery.

Kathy attended the Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors meeting. Special project funds in the amount of $2000 will be made available to the counties. The county must apply for these funds. Because of the increase in the price of gas, Kathy will apply for the funds to subsidize the 60+ Medical Transportation volunteer driver program. Volunteers are reimbursed at $.32 per mile. An outstanding debt of the AAA was satisfied with a final payment of$12000 and the bank forgave the balance of$6700. This debt was made years ago on a video project.

Members will be notified of the date and time of the next mee · · :;:;:=:=:=::;--1 Meeting adjourned.

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PIERCE COUNTY WISCONSINOFFICE ON AGING PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ELLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-6780

MEETING NOTICE

The Pierce County Council on Aging will meet on Ocotber 23, 2000, 2:00 p.m. in the Pierce County Office Building. Agenda items include: Reports: Program and Financial, Legal Service, AAA Board, Coalition and Budget Changes for 2001. Other Business: Appointments for expiring terms of Marie Helmueller and Bernard Grant and AAA Board Appointment to replace A1 Bois.


OCT 2 5 2000

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Date of revised agenda: October 19, 2000

DATE: TIME: PLACE:


MONDAY OCTOBER 23, 2000 2:00PM MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG

AGENDA

CALL TO ORDER ROLLCALL READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM LAST MEETING

STAFF REPORTS: Program and financial reports- IIIB and Service Programs -Yvonne Allocate additional III B and carryover funds to service categories

Program and financial reports- IIIC1and IIIC2- Kathy

Legal Service Report- Yvonne

OTHER REPORTS: Coalition Report- Betty Gunderson AAA Board- Kathy Hass Budget changes for 2001

OTHER BUSINESS: Appointments for expiring terms of Marie Helmueller and Bernard Grant.

Election of Officers for Council On Aging

AAA Board Appointment to replace AI Bois

Set meeting dates for 2001

Adjourn File Copy County Clerk's Office

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PJERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING - OCTOBER 23, 2000 MINUTES

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on October 23, 2000, at 2:00 p.m. at the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. In the absence of the President, the VicePresident- Marie Helmueller opened the meeting with roll calL

Members present included: Bernard Grant, Elizabeth DeLong, Jim Hanson, Lorraine Olson, Phyllis Fuller, Marie Helmueller and Iona Hamman. John Schafer was excused. Myrna Larrabee, Betty Gunderson and AI Bois were absent. Office on Aging Staff included: Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

Bernard Grant made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Elizabeth DeLong seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Yvonne gave financial and program reports for IIIB and other Service Programs. Discussion on Alzheimer's Grant followed. Final allocations have been issued by the Area Agency. Yvonne requested approval for 1998 carry over funds to be added to Agency Systems and 60+ Transportation. The Area Agency is requiring that the IIID funds be added to Supportive Home Care. Bernard Grant made a motion to approve the changes and Phyllis Fuller made a second to the motion. Motion carried.

Kathy gave the remaining program and financial reports. Special project funds in the amount of approximately $2000 will be allocated to each county. Each county must apply for the funds. These funds come from interest the agency has earned on the grants over the years. Counties would have until the end of2001 to spend the special project funds. Kathy would like to apply for the funds and use it for volunteer driver recognition in the form of a $10 cash payment after 1000 miles driven. The Council unanimously approved this use of the special project funds because the higher cost of gas has discouraged many people from volunteering.

Kathy presented the budget changes for 200 1. Preliminary allocations show C-1 increased to $86463, C-2 increased to $15167, AFCSP increased $11841, State Elder Abuse increased to $3288, 85.21 increased to $41290 and the county budget increased to $141329. The Council approved all budget changes for the increases and Kathy will revise the county plan budget pages for the Area Agency on Aging. No changes will be made to the three year plan dealing with goals, objectives and outcomes. ·

Yvonne gave a report on Legal Services and answered questions. A report from the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups, (CWAG) and the AAA Board

of Directors was unavailable. Marie Helmueller- Plum City and Bernard Grant- Spring Valley cannot be re-appointed

to this Council due to the tenure given in the by-laws. Bernard and Marie will try to find replacements at their respective senior centers by the next meeting. Meetings dates for this Council in the year 2001 were set. The dates will be: March 26, May 21, July 23 and October 22. Members preferred the meetings be at 9:30 am.

Elections of Officers were held. Jim Hanson was elected President, Elizabeth DelongVice-president, and Betty Gunderson- Secretary. Jim Hanson also agreed to be the representative on the AAA Board of Directors. The Alternate to this board will be appointed at the next meeting.

Meeting adjourned at 2:50 PM File Copy

County Clerk's Office

NOV 6 2000

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PIERCE.COUNTY WISCONSIN OFFICE ON AGING. PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING, BOX 670 ELLSWORTH, WISCONSIN 54011 715-273-6780


DATE: MONDAY, March 26, 2001 TIME: 9:3<!a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 in the lower level ofthe Pierce County Office Building


AGENDA

Welcome ofNew Members Reading and Approval of Minutes from Last Meeting

STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:

2000 Annual Report - Kathy Program ari.d Financial Reports-

Title III B & Service Programs - Yvonne Manore Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I & C 2 Kathy Hass Legal Service Report- Yvonne Manore

Senior Statesman Program Report- Myrna Larrabee Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson AAA Board- Jim Hanson Area Agency Report- Dianne Rhein Meal Site Reports -Board members & Kathy

OTHER BUSINESS: Volunteer Training- April 27th History of Elderly Services in Pierce County



PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING- March 26, 2001 MINUTES

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on March 26, 2001, at 9:30 a.m. in the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President, Jim Hanson, presided. New members were introduced. John Howard, Sr., from River Falls is filling the vacancy created after the death of former Council on Aging member, AI Bois. Herbert Tschumperlin is beginning his first three year term on this Council and represents Plum City.

Members answering roll call were: Bernard Grant, Elizabeth DeLong, Jim Hanson, Lorraine Olson, Phyllis Fuller, John Howard, Sr., Betty Gunderson, Myrna Larrabee, Herbert Tschumperlin and Iona Hamman. John Schafer was excused. AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Aging staff representative, Diane Rhein; Office on Aging staff, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present.

Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Elizabeth DeLong seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass distributed copies of the Pierce County Office on Aging, Annual Report for year 2000. Kathy reviewed the funding sources and service programs.

Yvonne gave financial and program reports for IIIB and other Service Programs. Kathy gave the remaining program and financial reports. Yvonne reported on the Legal Service Program for 200 1 and gave an example of one of her cases. Many people are requesting assistance with prescription drugs costs. This prompted discussion about buses taking people to Canada to purchase their prescription drugs since prescription drugs are cheaper in Canada than in the United States.

The Senior Statesmanship Program was recently attended by Pierce County Board of Supervisors Representative, Myrna Larrabee. She expressed her appreciation for being given the opportunity to attend. She feels it is an excellent program and very inspiring. Myrna reported that there is a good chance none of the three proposed prescription drug plans proposed will pass the legislature this year as state legislators are waiting for the Federal Government to act on this type of legislation first. She encouraged members to tour our State Capitol as it is very impressive. Myrna met with legislators and visited the Assembly while in session. She was astounded as to how rude many of the assembly members were to one another. Some people were walking out during debate and offensive language was used by some members. Our Representative, Kitty Rhoades, told Myrna that this had been a pretty good day!

Myrna felt the people attending the Senior Statesmanship Program were well diversified and friendships were developed . She gave information about the Rally at the Capitol being held in April, CW AG District VI Meeting in Eau Claire on April 9, and the Medicare Fraud Abuse Training to be held in Eau Claire later this year.

Betty Gunderson reported on CWAG (Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups). Betty is on the nominating committee for election of officers. She reminded members that CW AG is a grass roots organization and now is the time to write up amendments to the State Platform for submission at the state convention. Next year CW AG will celebrate 25 years and plans have already begun.

The AAA Board of Directors representative Jim Hanson reported the AAA is hiring a dietitian. Discussion was held concerning the National Family Caregiver Program that is part of the Older Americans Act passed by the U. S. Congress recently. Funds will come to the Aging Units in each county. It is estimated funding for the program will be approximately $9000. Regulations have not been distributed.

Diane Rhein, gave members an overview of her duties with the AAA. The State is putting together another computer program for County Aging Units to use for reporting purposes. The program is being piloted at this time.

Kathy reported that two new refrigerators were purchased for the River Falls Meal Site. A large commercial unit had to be replaced. Bay City Meal Site may need a new stove. This is a shared unit and replacement is uncertain at this time.

Volunteer driver training will be held in April. There are only 30 volunteer drivers at this time.

A history of Senior Citizen Programming in Pierce County was distributed to each member by Kathy.

President Jim Hanson, reminded members that an alternate to attend the AAA Board of Directors was needed in the event he could not attend. John Howard, Sr., agreed to be the alternate.

The next meeting of this committee is scheduled for May 21,2001, 9:30a.m. Meeting adjourned at 11:45 a.m.



DATE: MONDAY, May 21, 2001 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 in the lower level of the Pierce County Office Building


AGENDA


REPORTS:


Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I & C 2 Kathy Hass Legal Service Report - Yvonne Manore

Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson AAA Board- Jim Hanson Meal Site Reports - Board members & Kathy

OTHER BUSINESS: Amend 2001 County Plan and Budget for Title III-E Program Review and Revise Bylaws Approve policy for -60 Volunteers and Staff eating at Meal Sites



PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING- May 21,2001 MINUIES

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on May 21,2001, at 9:30a.m. in the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President, Jim Hanson, presided. New member, Beverly Scheitel representing Spring Valley was introduced.

Members answering roll call were: Elizabeth DeLong, Jim Hanson, Lorraine Olson, John Howard, Sr., Betty Gunderson, Myrna Larrabee, Herbert Tschumperlin, Beverly Scheitel, John Shafer and Iona Hamman. Phyllis Fuller was excused. Office on Aging staff, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present.

Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Iona Hamman seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Yvonne gave financial and program reports for IIIB and other Service Programs. Kathy gave the remaining program and financial reports. Yvonne reported on the Legal Service Program for 200 I. The trend is continuing that people are requesting assistance with prescription drugs costs. This prompted discussion about proposed prescription drug programs, prescription drug discount cards issued by some insurance companies, and buying prescription drugs in Mexico.

Betty Gunderson and Myrna Larrabee attended the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups, Distrist VI, held in Eau Claire. Betty shared information that she received about prescription drugs, nutritional supplements and dangerous interactions that may occur between the two. Betty is chairman of the nominating committee.

Discussion followed about the responses from legislatures that did not address the issues that members had contacted them about.

No report on the AAA, as Jim Hanson reported this committee had not met. Kathy informed the Council of the change in the Nutrition Site serving days in Spring

Valley. Meals will be served Monday- Thursday each week beginning June 1. The change was necessary due to bus scheduling and that it is harder to get sub-bus drivers on Fridays. No comments or concerns about the change were expressed by any of the representatives from the meal sites.

Kathy explained the National Caregivers Program, Title ill-E. The Pierce County Office on Aging will receive approximately $9505 sometime in June for this program. It is a full years allocation with only six months of the grant year 1eft. Only twenty percent of the total allocation may be used for supplemental services and if it is used for respite care the caregivers may utilize no more than 14 days, per client, in a calender year. Funds may also be used to assist some 60 plus persons who are caring for grandchildren under the age of 18. The Alzheimer's Family and Caregivers Program funds will be used as match for this grant. John Howard made a motion to accept the plan and budget for the Caregivers Program. John Shafer made a second The motion carried

By-laws for the Pierce County Council on Aging were discussed. This was the first reading of the proposed changes.

· -- .. -The policy for serving und,er age 60 people at meal sites was reviewed By having this policy in place the United States !pepartment of Agriculture will reimburse fifty-four cents per meal to the program. Myrtli Larrabee made a motion to approve this policy. John Howard made a.second and the motion carried !

Discussion followed about the State budget, Family Care, Home Health Care , financial exploitation of elder_s by family, t~lemarketing scams and home repair scams. Kathy reminded


members that we have a. very good consumers protection agency in this state and to take advantage of it by reporting with them. Betty Gunderson cautioned everyone to watch their phone bill for charges that the consumer had not ordered or incurred.

The next meeting of this Council will be on July 23, 2001 John Shafer made a motion to adjourn and a second was made by Myrna Larrabee.

Meeting adjourned


MAY 2 2 2001

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DATE: MONDAY, July 23, 2001 TIME:. 9:30a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 in the lower level of the Pierce County Office Building


AGENDA


REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports: 1. Title III B & Service Programs - Yvonne Manore 2. Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I & C 2 Kathy Hass 3. Legal Service Report- Yvonne Manore


OTHER BUSINESS: Revise Bylaws- 2nd reading Video on CWAG- Wisconsin's Voice ofExperience

cc: Mark Schroeder Sandy Langer Jamie F euerhelm Pierce County Herald

PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING- July 23, 2001 MINUTES

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on July 23, 2001, at 9:30a.m. in the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President, Jim Hanson, presided.

Members answering roll call were: Elizabeth DeLong, Jim Hanson, John Howard, Sr., Betty Gunderson, Myrna Larrabee, Herbert Tschumperlin, and Iona Hamman. Phyllis Fuller, Beverly Sheitel and John Shafer were excused. Lorraine Olson was abs·ent. Office on Aging staff, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present.

Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve the.minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Elizabeth DeLong seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Yvonne gave fmancial and program reports for IIIB and other Service Programs. Clarification was given about the Older Americans Act, Title III Funds, State of Wisconsin funds, county funds and program donations. Kathy gave the remaining program and fmancial reports. One hundred sixteen meals are delivered each weekday to homebound residents of Pierce County. Forth-five percent of the congregate meal budget may be used to supplement the home delivered meal program.

Yvonne reported on the Legal Service Program for 2001. During the first six months of 2001, 3 2 new cases have been opened with a total of 55 cases being served. The age group with the most participants is 80-89 years of age. Yvonne distributed information on the State of Wisconsin proposed prescription drug program and alerted members to official looking mailings about notch babies and the Slave Reparation Act. These flyers target Americans aged 75 and older. The flyers ask for donations and request personal information about the individual that be returned to them.

Betty Gunderson reported on the CWAG. The State Convention was recently held in Appleton. The focus was about Veterans Services. The next annual convention of CWAG will be held in Eau Claire. It is hoped many more persons from this area will be able to attend. Betty also offered lottery tickets for sale. The CW AG is sponsoring this raffle to help raise funds for lobbying. Each member group has received tickets.

The AAA Board report was given by Jim Hanson. Discussion followed on the Title V Employment Program and the Wisconsin Family Caregivers Program.

Kathy informed the Council that Pearl Berger, Manager at the Prescott Meal Site, plans to retire the end of September. Due to budget constraints Kathy intends to cut the hours from four to three hours a day for the meal site manager position at Prescott. Pierce County has more Green Thumb workers than the population merits and the goal of the organization is for training Green Thumb participants and moving them into permanent positions.

This was the second reading of the by-law changes for the Pierce County Council on Aging. Changes were proposed for Article IV, Section 1; Article V, Section 2; and Article VI, was amended. John Howard made a motion to approve the changes to the by-laws and Myrna Larrabee seconded the motion:- Motion carried.

.. ;The next meeting orthis cpmmittee will be held on September 24, at 9:30 am. This will be our annual, meeting with elect~bn of Officers and reappointment of members: Elizabeth DeLong, Iona Hammap,. John Howard, Sr., and Lorraine Olson.

Meeting adjourned. :


DATE: MONDAY, September 24, 2001 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 in the lower level of the Pierce County Office Building


AGENDA

Introduction of Reggie Bicha, Human Service Director Reading and Approval of Minutes from Last Meeting

STAFF REPORTS:

REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports: 1. Title III B & Service Programs - Yvonne Manore 2. Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I & C 2 Kathy Hass 3. Legal Service Report - Yvonne Manore


OTHER BUSINESS: Reappointment of Council Members Election of Officers Revise 2001 Title III Budget 2002 Budgets Pierce Transportation Vehicle Report


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING- September 24, 2001

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on September 24, 2001, at 9:30a.m. in the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room # 1. President, Jim Hanson, presided.

Members answering roll call were: Elizabeth DeLong, Jim Hanson, Myrna Larrabee, Herbert Tschumperlin, Phyllis Fuller, Beverly Scheitel, John Shafer and Iona Hamman. John Howard was excused. Betty Gunderson was absent. Office on Aging staff, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present. A guest, Reggie Bicha, new Human Services Director was also present. Introductions were made.

Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Elizabeth DeLong seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Yvonne gave financial and program reports for IIIB and other Service Programs. To make funding last until the end of the year, some individuals receiving homemaker services will be switched to the elder abuse program. Clients receiving services through the 60+ transportation program will go under the 85.21 transportation program. Kathy gave the remaining program and fmancial reports. There are seven meal sites in Pierce County. The United States Department of Agriculture reimburses $.54 for each meal served in the congregate and home-delivered meal program.

Yvonne reported on the Legal Service Program. Thirty-seven new cases have been opened so far this year. Forty-six cases have been closed. The majority of clients are age 70-90 years of age. She alerted members about identity theft. A rural couple in Pierce County recently had their home robbed while they were away at church. The thieves took driver's license, social security and Medicare cards, and blank checks among other articles of value.

Many attended the CW AG District Meeting held recently in Rice Lake. Information was given about scams, identity theft, and bogus organizations.

Jim Hanson reported on the Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors meeting. Discussion followed about the national prescription drug program, the tragedy in New York, Washington D.C. and the increased funding for the airlines and additional national defense measures.

Concern about home health care, cuts in funding for nursing homes and isolation for rural elders without means of transportation was discussed by the members.

Kathy informed the Council that Joan Nestrud is the new manager at the Prescott Meal Site, since Pearl Berger's retirement.

Four members of the council agreed to accept reappointment for a three year term. Those members include: Elizabeth DeLong, John Howard, Sr., Iona Hamman and Lorraine Olson. Myrna Larrabee made a motion to recommend appointment of the above mentioned four members to the Pierce County Board of Supervisors, Chairperson Wilhelm. Second was made by John Shafer. Motion carried.

Officers for the next year by unanimous approval will be: Jim Hanson, President, Elizabeth DeLong, Vice- President and Betty Gunderson, Secretary. Motion to approve made by Myrna Larrabee and second by Beverly Scheitel. Motion carried.

The 2002 Budget for the Pierce County Office on Aging was presented by Kathy. She noted a 4% increase in the county budget. The increase was due in part by the increase in salaries and fringe benefits. The total budget, which includes Federal, State, local donations, inkind and county funds totals $519138. Motion to approve the budget was made by Lorraine Olson, second by Elizabeth DeLong, motion carried.

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Kathy shared a report on the vehicles operated by the Office on Aging for Elderly and Handicapped Transportation. Fifty-two developmentally disabled adults attend IRC under an employment program four days a week in Red Wing, Minnesota.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on November 26, 2001, at 9:30am. Motion to adjourn made by Beverly Scheital, second by Herbert Tschumperlin, motion

carried, meeting adjourned.


DATE: MONDAY, November 26, 2001 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room I in the lower level of the Pierce County Office Building


AGENDA


REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports: 1. Title ill B & Service Programs - Yvonne Manore 2. Program and Financial Reports-Title ill-C I & C 2 Kathy Hass 3. Legal Service Report- Yvonne Manore

Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson AAA Board- Jim Hanson Meal Site Reports - Board members & Kathy Federal, State and Area Agency Report- Dianne Rhein

OTHER BUSINESS: Review of new Family Caregiver Support Program and Adjustments to Budget



DATE: MONDAY, January 28, 2001 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 in the lower level of the Pierce County Office Building


AGENDA


REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports: 1. Title III B & Service Programs- Yvonne Manore 2. Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I & C 2 Kathy Hass 3. Legal Service Report- Yvonne Manore

Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson AAA Board- Jim Hanson Meal Site Reports - Board members & Kathy Federal, State and Area Agency Report -Dianne Rhein

OTHER BUSINESS: Review of new Family Caregiver Support Program and Adjustments to Budget


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING - January 28, 2002

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on January 28,2002, at 9:30a.m. in the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President, Jim Hanson, presided.

Members answering roll call were: Elizabeth DeLong, Jim Hanson, Myrna Larrabee, Phyllis Fuller, John Shafer, Betty Gunderson, John Howard, Sr., and Iona Hamman. Herbert Tschumperlin and Lorraine Olson were excused. Bernard Grant- Spring Valley attended for Beverly Schietel. Office on Aging staff, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present.

Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Betty Gunderson seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Yvonne gave fmancial and program reports for IIIB and other service programs ending December 2001. However, this is not the fmal report for 2001. Kathy gave the remaining· program and fmancial reports. Funds left in the s85.21 program will be transferred to a trust account to be used for major repairs and vehicle replacement purchases. In the C-1, congregate meal program the balance of funds may be used to pay expenses for the first 60 days of the year. Kathy requested that any amount left up to $20,000. could be transferred to a trust account for the C-1 Program to purchased capital equipment including a vehicle for food delivery. Betty Gunderson made a motion that up to $20,000. could be placed in the Nutrition Trust Account, second by John Howard. Motion carried.

Special Project funds received by the Pierce County Office on Aging was used to subsidize 60+ Medical Transportation Volunteers for each one thousand miles driven as a volunteer. The $5 gift certificates were given to these drivers during the time the gas prices were at the highest. The volunteer drivers receive $.365 per mile reimbursement, the federal approved amount.

Discussion followed over concern about the budget short fall in Wisconsin and the affect in reduced revenue sharing funds not only felt by the county but local townships, cities and villages.

Kathy reported that the total number of meals served in 2001 was about the same as 2000. Members have witnessed positive results for participants of the congregate and home delivered meal program in that they receive at least one nutritious meal a day and remain healthier.

Yvonne reported on the Wisconsin SeniorCare Program. This program is designed to aid persons age 65 and over in purchasing prescription drugs. The program is scheduled to begin on September 1, 2002. Applications can be submitted by mail and income only will be considered. Applications may be available as soon as March 1, 2002. Paper verification of income will not be required at this time. There will be a $20 annual fee to participate in this program.

Members also received a handout to phone Federal Representatives, Senators and the White House if they are in favor of adding a prescription drug benefit to Medicare.

Betty Gunderson reported the annual convention of the Coalition of Wisconsin Groups would be held in Eau Claire in July. It is hoped that a busload of seniors from Pierce County will attend at least one day. Each senior center should have a representative attend this convention.

Jim Hanson gave the Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors meeting report. The Board of Directors discussed the Wisconsin SeniorCare Program. The board also reviewed the 2002 Budget.

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Kathy shared a meal site report with members. Special diet meals for home delivered meal participants are prepared by local care centers/hospitals. More home delivered meals were served in 2001 than congregate meals. This has been the trend in recent years.

Discussion followed about the loneliness of the spouse left in the community when the other spouse is in a care center and that sometimes an at-home caregiver is worn out and does not see some of the needs of the person that they are caring for. Kathy reminded members of a new program that began in 2001, the Caregiver Support Program. Pierce County received a full year of funding that was not available until July 1, 2001. Ten families were assisted during the sixmonth period. Most of the funds provided respite for the caregivers. Funds may also be used to supplement home care and chore service. Remaining funds were used to up-date computers and purchase the State of Wisconsin computer software required to generate necessary reports and required information. Up to ten percent of the total grant may assist Grandparents that are caring for grandchildren.

Neglect and self-neglect are covered under the Elder Abuse Program. The funding for this program has increased for 2002.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on March 18, 2002, at 9:30am. Motion to adjourn made by John Howard, Sr., second by John Shafer. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned.


DATE: MONDAY, March 18,2002 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 in the lower level of the Pierce County Office Building


AGENDA


REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports: 1. Title III B & Service Programs - Yvonne Manore 2. Program and Financial Reports-Title III -C I & C 2 Kathy Hass 3. Legal Service Report- Yvonne Manore

Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson AAA Board- Jim Hanson Meal Site Reports - Board members & Kathy Federal, State and Area Agency Report - Dianne Rhein

OTHER BUSINESS: 200 1 Annual Report


PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING- March 18, 2002

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on March 18,2002, at 9:30a.m. in the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President, Jim Hanson, presided.

Members answering roll call were: Elizabeth DeLong, Jim Hanson, Myrna Larrabee, John Shafer, John Howard, Sr., Iona Hamman, Herbert Tschumperlin and Lorraine Olson. Phyllis Fuller was excused. Betty Gunderson and Beverly Schietel were absent. Diane Rhein, Field Representative :ftom AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Aging attended plus Pierce County Office on Aging staff, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Lorraine Olson seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Program and financial reports were unavailable at this time but will be presented at the next meeting of this Council.

Yvonne gave a brief summary of cases she is involved with at this time. She cautioned members to be on the look out for fraud. A client gave out credit card numbers and bank account information and was charged over $1400 for an unauthorized purchase. Make sure you know the amount you are going to be charged and what it is for even when you initiate the call. If you become confused, wait until someone can help you. Do not be pressured into making a quick decision. Yvonne also reported that the State Reporting System- Sam's software, is now on the Office on Aging computers and is being utilized.

Jim Hanson did not have a report from the Area Agency on Aging Board of Directors as the meeting was postponed until March 22 due to weather and road conditions.

Kathy informed the Council that a "coffee and conversation" program would be initiated at the Spring Valley Senior Center soon. It is hoped that local citizens will attend and become acquainted with the programs and services available at the center.

Attendees of the congregate meal program are pleased with meals served at the county meal sites. The number of congregate meals served in 2001 was slightly higher than in 2000.

Diane Rhein reported that she is working on several projects in this District for this year including: Senior Americans Day, an Elder Abuse seminar, a transportation summit to be held at Stout University in Menomonie during June, and two legislative breakfasts in LaCrosse and Eau Claire. The Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG), Convention will be held in Eau Claire on July 10, 11, and 12.

Kathy shared information on the Pierce County Office on Aging Annual Report with members. She high-lighted the following: the average meal donation in Pierce County in 2001 was $3.20 per meal; volunteer drivers received $.36.5 per mile in reimbursement; and the Office on Aging arranges all Human Service transportation trips.

Former Wisconsin Governor Tommy Thompson sent a letter observing the thirtieth anniversary of the Nutrition Program and assured continued support for the program. It is estimated that one year of home delivered meals cost about the same as one day in the hospital. Participants of the program generally remain in better physical and mental condition and therefore, delay institutionalization and illness. ·

The next meeting of this committee will be held on May 20, 2002, at 9:30am. Motion to adjourn made by Myrna Larrabee, second by John Shafer. Motion carried.

Meeting adjourned.


DATE: MONDAY, May 20, 2002 TIME: 9:30 a.m. PLACE: Meeting Room 1 in the lower level of the Pierce County Office Building

AGENDA Call to Order Introduction ofNew Members Roll Call Reading and Approval of Minutes from Last Meeting Brief Review of the Aging Network for New Members

9:30 STAFF REPORTS: Program and Financial Reports:

1. Title III B & Service Programs- Yvonne Manore 2. Program and Financial Reports-Title III-C I & C 2 Kathy Hass 3. Legal Service Report - Yvonne Manore

9:45 REPORTS: Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson AAA Board- Jim Hanson Meal Site Reports -Board members & Kathy Federal, State and Area Agency Report- Dianne Rhein

10:00 OTHER BUSINESS: Review of the Community Options Program (COP), how a Person Qualifies for Services, and the Wisconsin Estate Recovery Program. Chuck Balzer-Long Term Support Supervisor

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PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING- May 20, 2002

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on May 20, 2002, at 9:30 a.m. in the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room #1. President, Jim Hanson, presided.

Members introduced themselves to the newly appointed Pierce County Board of Supervisors Representatives. The new county board appointees are Raynee Farrell and Seth Speerstra.

Members answering roll call were: Elizabeth DeLong, Jim Hanson, Iona Hamman, Herbert Tschumperlin, Betty Gunderson, Phyllis Fuller, Raynee Farrell, Seth Speerstra and Lorraine Olson. John Howard, Sr. was excused. Beverly Scheitel was absent. Pierce County Office on Aging staff, Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present.

Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Elizabeth DeLong seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Kathy H. and Yvonne M. reviewed financial and program reports ending April, 2002. Chuck Balzer, Human Services Long-Term Support Supervisor presented information

about the work his unit of six case managers are involved in and the programs available to provide the services. They serve people of all ages, and therefore work with a wide range of services and resources. Chuck touched on the Wisconsin Estate Recovery Program. People refuse services because of the lien issue. The lien is used when persons 55 and over receive fmancial assistance for institutional care and home health care services.

Referrals are received from families, other agencies or the individual. A case manager completes a functional screen to determine if the person qualifies physically and mentally. A case management assessment is completed at the same time to determine services needed and payment source. Clients may cost share or make a donation toward the cost of the service unless they meet the guidelines of entitlement programs. Families should not wait to request assistance until there is a crisis. Many of the services available will help prevent a crisis. Kathy reminded everyone that the cost of home delivered meals for one person for one-year equals the cost of one day in the hospital. Chuck stated that Pierce County does not have a waiting list for the Community Options Program (COP).

Yvonne's Legal Services Report gave information about the SeniorCare Program. This is the State of Wisconsin's prescription drug program. Applications will be available in July. Contact your local senior center or the Office on Aging for an application. The program will begin September 1, 2002. The annual fee will be $20 per person. Yvonne will receive formal training on the program next month.

Betty Gunderson gave the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups, (CW AG) report. The 25th. Convention will be in Eau Claire July 10, 11, and 12. She urged members to attend. Betty summarized some of the platform issues.

Jim Hanson gave a brief report from the Area Agency on Aging (AAA), Board of Directors meeting. The Area Agency on Aging has a new nutritionist and staff is working on budget issues.

Kathy has requested "Special Project" funds from the AAA to serve 20 people that were enrolled in the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program last year. Twenty vouchers for $100 each will be granted to persons that qualify using the income quideline used in the 2001 program. This program will not get funded this year through the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture. A local vendor is willing to serve the twenty people.

Raynee Farrell made a motion to request special project funding for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program in the amount of $2000; Lorraine Olson seconded the motion. Motion carried.

Kathy distributed the meal site reports and reminded members to post the report at their local senior center.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on July 22, 2002, at 9:30am. Meeting adjourned.

April 1 7, 2001 Agenda

COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING NOTICE DATE: MONDAY, July 22, 2002

TIME: 9:30a.m.

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PLACE: Meeting Room 1 in the lower level of the Pierce County Office Building

AGENDA Call to Order Introduction of New Members Roll Call Reading and Approval of Minutes from Last Meeting 9:30 STAFF REPORTS: Program and Financial Reports: 1. Title Ill B &. Service Programs -Yvonne Manore 2. Program and Financial Reports-Title 111-C I &. C 2 Kathy Hass 3. Legal Service Report- Yvonne Manore 9:45 REPORTS: Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson AAA Board - Jim Hanson Meal Site Reports - Board members &. Kathy Senior Statesman Report - DeVonne Novak 10:00 OTHER BUSINESS: 2003 Budget Information

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PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING- July 22, 2002

The Pierce County Counsel on Aging met on July 22,2002, at 9:30a.m. in the Pierce County Office Building, conference Room #1. President Jim Hanson, presided.

Answering to roll call included: Elizabeth Delong, Betty Gunderson, Iona Hamman, Jim Hanson, Raynee Farrell, Lorraine Olson, Seth Speerstra and Herbert Tschumperlin. Excused Phyllis Fuller. Absent members !ncluded: Beverly Scheitel and John Howard Sr. Visitors: Dick Truax, County Board Supervisor and De Vonne Novak, Senior Statesmanship Representative. Office on Aging staff: Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Elizabeth Delong seconded that motion. Motion carried.

Kathy H. and Yvonne M. reviewed financial and program reports ending June 2002. The Federal Title III B Funds can be reallocated to meet the demands on individual programs. Kathy reminded members that this budget might be amended at the next meeting of this committee.

Yvonne M. reported on Legal Services and the new Wisconsin Prescription Drug Program, SeniorCare. This program will begin September 1, 2002. Applications are being accepted at this time. Yvonne encouraged members to help spread the word about the program in members' respective communities. Applications are available at the Pierce County Senior Centers and the Pierce County Office on Aging. A hotline is available at 1-800-657-2038, to answer questions that applicants may have. Discussion followed her report.

Betty Gunderson gave the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups, (CWAG) report. The 25th Convention was recently held in Eau Claire. Betty gave members a brief history of the CWAG since the beginning ofthe organization in 1977. She stressed the importance of this organization being a grass roots advocacy group. Betty is a member of the nominating committee for District VI. She would like Council members to give their recommendations for officers to her. She will consult with the recommended individuals about the board duties.

The CWAG District VI fall meeting will be held September 19, 2002, at the L.E. Phillips Senior Center in Eau Claire.

Jim Hanson gave a report from the Area Agency on Aging (AAA), Board of Directors meeting. Lorraine Olson, member of the Advisory Board and Jim recently attended a two-day meeting and training at Madison. Both were impressed with the CWAG Building. They felt it was a very functional building serving an intergenerational population. Jim and Lorraine brought back a list of items that are in need at local food shelves.

No problems have been encountered at the Pierce County Meal Sites. Committee members commented that the meals are very good. No other discussion.

De V onne Novak, a senior statesmanship participant for 2002 ·gave her report. This report is a requirement in return for the opportunity to attend this training. De V onne felt the information and knowledge received was invaluable. All sessions were held in the State Capitol. Instructors included legislators and department personnel. The Governor's Budget was being reviewed in the legislature while she attended and wondered how they ever get anything accomplished. DeVonne was also impressed with the respect legislators give the CWAG. She met and visited with several legislators. DeVonne received a copy of the Blue Book 2001-2002. She expressed interest in attending the Graduate Senior Statesmanship Program in the future. De Vonne wants to help others in her community and feels this experience will assist her in achieving this goal.

Kathy H. told members the budget process has begun for 2003. A new three years plan is also required from our office that will include outcome objectives for five different service categories. The Council on Aging members will review this plan at the next meeting of this committee.

Raynee Farrell, reported that the Women's Wellness Program in the Pierce County Department of Health is advertising for more participants. The Office on Aging will help by encouraging participants at senior centers to use this program and an article will be printed in the Pierce County Senior News.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on September 23, 2002, at 9:30a.m. Motion to adjourn this meeting made by Elizabeth DeLong and second was made by

Raynee Farrell. Meting adjourned.

April 17, 200 1 Agenda

COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING NOTICE DATE: MONDAY, September 23, 2002

TIME: 9:30 to 11 :00 a.m.

Page 1 of 1

PLACE: Meeting Room 1 in the lower level of the Pierce County Office Building

AGENDA

Call to Order

Roll Call


STAFF REPORTS:

Program and Financial Reports:

1. Title Ill B & Service Programs -Yvonne Manore

2. Program and Financial Reports-Title 111-C I & C 2 Kathy Hass

3. Legal Service Report -Yvonne Manore

REPORTS:

1. Coalition Report - Betty Gunderson

2. AAA Board - Jim Hanson

3. Advisory Council Report- Lorraine Olson

4. Meal Site Reports - Board members & Kathy

OTHER BUSINESS:

1 . 2002 Budget Revisions

2. 2003 Budget Approval

3. Nominate and Elect One New Council Member (Betty Gunderson And Phyllis Fuller Have Reached

Their Term Limits)

4. Election of Officers

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'PIERCE COUNTY COUNCIL ON AGING -September 23, 2002

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on September 23, 2002, at 9:30a.m. in the Pierce County Office Building, Conference Room # 1. President, Jim Hanson, presided. Answering to roll call included: Elizabeth DeLong, Betty Gunderson, Iona Hamman, Jim Hanson, Raynee Farrell, Lorraine Olson, Seth Sperstra, Phyllis Fuller and Herbert Tschumperlin. Absent members included: Beverly Scheitel, and John Howard Sr. Office on Aging Staff: Kathy Bass and Yvonne Manore were present also. Betty Gunderson made a motion to approve the minutes of the last meeting as mailed. Seth Sperstra seconded that motion. Motion carried. Kathy Rand Yvonne M. reviewed financial and program reports ending August 2002. The Federal Title ill B funds can be reallocated to meet the demands on individual programs. Yvonne M. reported on Legal Services and the new Wisconsin Prescription Drug Program, ScniorCare-: This program began September I, 2002, and has provided one million dollars in prescription medications for Wisconsin residents age 65 and over. Betty Gunderson gave the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups, (CW AG) report. The District VI Fall Meeting was recently held in Eau Claire at the Senior Center. Four people from Pierce County attended. CW AG and Tom Frazier, the Executive Director arc highly respected by the political candidates and legislators. Fourteen candidates and legislators attended this meeting. Betty urged each member to join the CW AG as an individual member for $15 per year . The CW AG Convention in 2003 will be held at a casino near Green Bay. Jim Hanson gave a report from the Area Agency on Aging (MA), Board ofDircctors meeting. The State is still working on a reporting system for the counties to use for fiscal and program reports .

. .Lorraine Olson attended the Advisory Council Me~ng held at Black River Falls. A report from the Hmong and Native American population was shared with members. No problems have been encountered at the Pierce County Meal Sites. Kathy reported that since many of our senior centers and .meal sites have been in operation 25 years or more some minor repairs and replacements were necessary .Spring Valley will be replacing a furnace and air conditioner during October . Kathy requested that $3000, lliB 60+ Medical Transportation funds be transferred to the Supportive Home Care program for the

.. remainder of 2002. There has been a greater demand for Supportive Home Care this year. There appears to be enough funds to support the 60+ Medical Transportation Progfat:n through 2002. Betty Gunderson made a motion to transfer the funds as requested, seconded by Elizabeth Delong. Motion carried. Kathy reviewed the 2003 Budget and the Pierce County Office on Aging three-year plan for older people. One hundred and two residents attended hearings on the three-year plan at their local senior centers. Kathy also reviewed the objectives to be worked on for the three -year plan. The Council did not make any changes to the draft plan. Seth Sperstra made a motion to submit the plan as drafted, second by Rayncc Farrell. Motion carried. Seth Sperstra made a nomination that Jim Hanson serve a second term on this Council, seconded by Phyllis Fuller. Motion carried . . Election of Officers was held A unanimous ballot was cast fur Jim Hanson -President, Elizabeth DeLong-Vice-President and ·rona Hamman Secretary .Betty Gunderson made motion, second by Elizabeth DeLong. Motion Carried. The next meeting of this committee is planned for January 27,2003.


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AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS: 1. 2. 3. 4.

OTHER REPORTS:

Financial reports - IIIB programs -Yvonne Man ore Financial reports- IIICland IIIC2- Kathy Hass Office on Aging Staffing changes -Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Yvonne Manore

1. Meal Site Reports -Kathy Hass and Council Members 2. Coalition Report- Kathy Hass 3. Elder Abuse I-Team- Kathy Hass 4. AAA Board -Jim Hanson 5. AgeAdvantAge -Dianne Rhein

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Approve new Council Member to represent Ellsworth area 2. Set meeting dates for 2003 3. Adjourn

Note: "A quorum of County Board Supervisors may be present".

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Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

New Members

Minutes

Financial Report

Staff Changes

SeniorCare & Legal Services

Meal Site Report

Elder Abuse I-Team

MINUTES Pierce County Council on Aging

January 27,2003

President Jim Hanson called the meeting to order at 9:30a.m.

Members present were: Elizabeth DeLong, Raynee Farrell, Jim Hanson, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Myrna Larrabee, Lorraine Olson, and Seth Sperstra.

Staff present were Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

New members Patti Ingli and Myrna Larrabee were introduced to the Council.

Minutes from the September 23,2002, meeting were mailed to the Council for their review. Motion by John Howard, seconded by Lorraine Olson, to approve the Minutes of the September 23 meeting. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore reviewed the Office on Aging financial report. Council members were informed that the formula for State allocations would change in 2004. Pierce County grew in population but grew at a slower rate than other counties in Wisconsin.

Kathy Hass informed the Council that Arvid Johnson, Food Delivery Driver, retired. Irene Kilness, Field Assistant, will do Food Delivery, Fred Finstad, Bus Driver, will increase his hours from 35-40 to cover some of the Field Assistant duties.

As of January 5, 2003, 363 Pierce County residents had applied for the Wisconsin Prescription Drug Program, SeniorCare. Discussion followed about SeniorCare and the Legal Services Program.

There was an increase in congregate meal site participation and in home delivered meal recipiants during 2002. All final report figures will be given in the Annual Report at the March meeting.

The Elder Abuse I-Team has had two meetings since organizing. The Elder Abuse I-Team includes Kathy Hass, clergy, bank employees, victim-witness coordinator, representative from the Sheriff's Office, Benefit Specialist, Social Worker, Public Health Home Care Manager, and Turningpoint Director.

AAA Report Jim Hanson attended the AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Aging District Meeting. The budget for 2003 was reviewed and a report was made on elder abuse.

General Comments The next Council on Aging meeting will be March 31, 2003, at 9:30 a.m.

Adjournment Seth Sperstra moved, Raynee Farrell seconded the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried

Respectfully submitted,

Yvonne Manore


DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Monday March 31, 2003 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG

AGENDA

CALL TO ORDER INTRODUCTION OF NEW COUNCIL MEMBER FROM SPRING VALLEY ROLLCALL READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM LAST MEETING

STAFF REPORTs:· 1. 2. 3. 4.

OTHER REPORTS:

Financial reports- IIIB programs -Yvonne Manore Financial reports- IIICland IIIC2- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Yvonne Manore 2002 Annual Report- Kathy Hass

1. Meal Site Reports -Kathy Hass and Council Members 2. Coalition Report- Kathy Hass 3. Elder Abuse I-Team- Kathy Hass 4. AAA Board -Jim Hanson 5. AgeAdvantAge- Dianne Rhein

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. 2004 and 2005 budget projections and discussion. (you can't direct the wind but you can adjust your sails)



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

New Member

Minutes

Financial Report

SeniorCare & Legal Services

Annual Report

CWAGReport

MINlJTES Pierce County Council on Aging

March 31, 2003


Members present were: Elizabeth DeLong, Jim Hanson, Patti Ingli, Myrna Larrabee, Lorraine Olson, Iona Hamman , Una Kannel and Seth Sperstra. Member's Raynee Farrell, John Howard, Sr., and Herbert Tschumperlin were excused.

Diane Rhein, AgeAdvantage Representative and Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore.

New member Una Kannel was introduced to the Council.

Minutes from the January 27, 2003 meeting were mailed to the Council for their review. Motion by Myrna Larrabee, seconded by Elizabeth DeLong, to approve the Minutes of the January 27 meeting. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore reviewed the Office on Aging financial report through February 2003. Yvonne gave a brief explanation on the programs and services provided through the Office on Aging and the funding sources.

Yvonne reported more people are becoming aware of the SeniorCare Program for prescription drugs. She also reported that Medical Assistance people have a hard time finding dentists that will accept Medical Assistance payment in Wisconsin. It is especially difficult for persons that are in need of denture repair/replacement.

Kathy distributed the Annual Report for 2002. She noted a change in USDA reimbursement during 2002. Instead of an amount per meal served it is now based on the number of meals served in the previous year. Reimbursement will be faster using this method. The Federal Grant allocation for meals has remained the same since 1980. However, participants donated over $76000 to the nutrition program during 2002. The use of staff under Green Thumb/Experience Works funding has been a great help in continuing the services.

The CW AG District VI Spring Meeting will be held on April 24 at the Chippewa Falls Senior Center. Registrations are due by April19 and the cost is $6.50. The State Convention will be held June 4-6 in Green Bay. Representatives attending from Pierce County will be Percy and Betty Gunderson, Myrna and Larry Larrabee.

Elder Abuse I-Team

AAAReport

AgeAdvantage Report

General Comments

Adjournment

Kathy reported that the next Elder Abuse I-Team would meet on April 10. SheriffMuhlhausen will inform members on how elder abuse cases are handled by their department.

Jim Hanson attended the AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Aging District Meeting. More elderly want to go back to work, some because they are bored and many because they want to maintain their lifestyle. Older worker programs are receiving less funding.

Diane Rhein urged members to attend the Joint Finance Committee Meeting to be held in River Falls on April3, 10:00 to 5:00. Diane stressed the importance of planning for growth in the population of 60+ people in Wisconsin. Diane complemented the Office on Aging Staff for running a tight ship and having a history of good programs.

The next Council on Aging meeting will be May 19,2003, at 9:30a.m.

lona Hamman moved, Una Kannel seconded the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried.

Respectfully submitted, Yvonne Manore


DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Monday May 19, 2003 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG

AGENDA

RHUBARB PIE AND COFFEE!



OTHER REPORTS:

Financial reports - IIIB programs -Yvonne Man ore Financial reports- IIICland IIIC2- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Yvonne Manore Budget updates - Kathy Hass

1. Meal Site Reports - Kathy Hass and Council Members 2. Coalition Report- Kathy Hass 3. AAA Board - Jim Hanson 4. Review of goals and objectives for 2003

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Report on new mini-van for handicapped transportation. We will have this vehicle in the parking lot for council members to see after the meeting.



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

Minutes

Financial Report

Legal Services Report

Budget Update

Meal Site Report


May 19,2003


Members present were: Elizabeth DeLong, Jim Hanson, Patti lngli, Myrna Larrabee, Iona Hamman , Una Kannel, Seth Sperstra and Herbert Tschumperlin. Member's Raynee Farrell, and Lorraine Olson were excused. John Howard was absent.

Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present.

Minutes from the March 31, 2003 meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Motion by Myrna Larrabee, seconded by Seth Sperstra, to approve the Minutes ofthe March 31,2003 meeting. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore reviewed the Office on Aging financial report through April2003. Note was made about available help for caregivers. Kathy H. gave a brief explanation on the State 85.21 Transportation Grant.

Yvonne reported on a benefit specialist case where an individual lost their health insurance coverage due to an error by a bank by not deducting the monthly premium payment from the individuals account. Neither the individual nor the insurance agent received a notice oflapse of coverage. This individual can not buy insurance due to health problems. Yvonne will keep the Council informed of the outcome ofthis case. She also cautioned members to check their bank statements each month for any payments automatically with drawn from their accounts.

Kathy reported that the State budget includes elimination of the RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) as proposed by the Governor. If a funding source could be found for RSVP it could be partially restored as proposed by the Joint Finance Committee. No increase for Medical Assistance through 2010 is also included in the state budget proposed, if the Federal Waiver is approved. This would allow more long- term support services in the home.

There may be staffing changes in the River Falls Meal Site. The Experience Works Program that provides staff at this site has received budget reductions and therefore may not be able to refill any vacancy positions in the River Falls Meal Site. Meals are served at the River Falls Site Monday through Thursday, and home-delivered meals will continue Monday through Friday.

CWAG Report The CWAG (Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups) State Convention will be held June 4-6 in Green Bay. Representatives attending from Pierce County will be Percy and Betty Gunderson, Myrna and Larry Larrabee.

AAA Report Jim Hanson reported that the AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Aging District Board of Directors did not meet.

2003 Goals & Kathy reviewed the Pierce County Office on Aging 2003 goals & Objectives objectives. This includes recruiting more volunteer drivers for the 60+

Transportation Program, up-dating and distributing the resource directories throughout Pierce County, promote the Office on Aging as the I & A Center, expand the Partnership Program in Pierce County, professional development for staff, assist in the development of additional resources for caregivers and to promote more counseling services for seniors.

Van Inspection Members were encouraged to inspect the new mini- van recently purchased. This van has a wheel chair securement and a non-mechanical ramp. Funds from the 85.21 Replacement Vehicle Trust Fund were used for this purchase. This is the first wheelchair equipped mini-van received by Pierce County and is now approved by the Wisconsin State 53.1 0 program. It will be more economical to use for wheelchair clients and for delivering meals on wheels.

General Comments The next Council on Aging meeting will be July 28, 2003, at 9:30a.m.

Adjournment President Jim Hanson declared the meeting adjourned.



DATE: TIME:

JULy 28, 2003 9:30a.m.

PLACE: MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG

AGENDA

HOMEMADE PIE AND COFFEE FROM ELLSWORTH CENTER.


STAFF REPORTS: 1. 2. 3.

OTHER REPORTS:

Financial reports - IIIB programs -Yvonne Man ore Financial reports- IIICland IIIC2- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Yvonne Man ore

1. Coalition report- Betty Gunderson and Myrna Larrabee 2. Meal Site Reports - Kathy and Council Members 3. AAA Board -Jim Hanson

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Discuss County Fair activities for Senior Citizen Building 2. Report on gifts for volunteers and Council Members donated

byWalMart.



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

Minutes

Financial Report


CWAGReport

Pierce County Fair


July 28, 2003


Members present were: Jim Hanson, Myrna Larrabee, Una Kannel, Seth Sperstra, Lorraine Olson, Raynee Farrell, and Herbert Tschumperlin. Member's Iona Hamman, Patti Ingli, John Howard and Elizabeth DeLong were excused.


Minutes from the May 19, 2003 meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Motion by Seth Sperstra, seconded by Herbert Tschumperlin, to approve the Minutes of the May 19, 2003 meeting. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore reviewed the Office on Aging financial and program report through June 2003. Kathy H. noted that a Resource Directory would soon be available. One copy will be included with the Ellsworth Shopper in the near future. Members were reminded that donations must be used in the program in which it was received. Meal site reports were distributed for each meal site.

Yvonne reported on the case discussed at the last meeting. The clients both have a supplemental health insurance policy. The client had to pay all the back premiums. Yvonne distributed a comparison sheet with original Medicare, Supplemental Insurance Policies and the Medicare Plus Choice Plans available in Pierce County. A lengthy discussion followed. Yvonne cautioned members that the Medicare Plus Choice Plans are Medicare.

Myrna Larrabee gave a report on the CWAG (Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups) State Convention that was held June 4-6 in Green Bay. Representatives attending from Pierce County were Percy and Betty Gunderson, Myrna and Larry Larrabee. Myrna felt it was a very worthwhile convention. However, she felt it was a lot of walking.

The Pierce County Fair will be held on August 6-10. Seniors age 62 and over will be admitted to the fairgrounds for $2 on Friday, August 8. WalMart donated prizes and they will be awarded in the Senior Building all day on Friday through a drawing of names registered. Spring Valley Senior Center will display crafts and Ellsworth will provide homemade donuts and coffee on Friday of the fair.

Next Meeting

Adjournment

The next Council on Aging meeting will be September 22, 2003, at 9:30 a.m.

Myrna L. made a motion to adjourn, Seth S. second. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

September 22, 2003 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG

AGENDA




OTHER REPORTS:

Financial reports - IIIB programs -Yvonne Man ore Financial reports- IIICland IIIC2- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Yvonne Manore

1. Coalition District Meeting report. 2. Meal Site Reports - Kathy and Council Members 3. AAA Board -Jim Hanson

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. 2004 budgets and plan changes 2. Council Member re-appointments



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

Minutes

Financial Report


CWAGReport

Meal Site Report

AAAReport

2004 Budget


September 22, 2003


Members present were: Jim Hanson, Una Kannel, Seth Sperstra, Lorraine Olson, Raynee Farrell, John Howard, Iona Hamman, Patti Ingli, Elizabeth DeLong and Herbert Tschumperlin. Member Myrna Larrabee was excused.


Minutes from the July 28, 2003 meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Motion by Seth Sperstra, seconded by Elizabeth DeLong, to approve the Minutes of the July 28, 2003 meeting. Motion carried.

Yvonne Manore reviewed the Office on Aging financial and program report through August 2003. Jim Hanson shared information about elder abuse in Wisconsin. Kathy Hass reported on financial and program reports for the congregate and home delivered meal program.

The SeniorCare Program, Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Program for the Elderly, was the program that most people called Yvonne about during August and September. Some of the problems were due to the large number of persons that were renewing their coverage during this period of time. Yvonne urged members that if they know someone having a problem with their renewal to have them call her and she will assist in solving the problem.

None of the members present attended the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG), District VI, Fall meeting in Menomonie on September 12.

Kathy Hass distributed the meal site report and requested that it be posted at each meal site.

Jim Hanson attended the AgeAdvantage District Board Meeting. The SAMS reporting system has some flaws and will be delayed. It was suggested that the names of congregate meal sites be changed. In Pierce County they are now referred to as "Senior Dining" sites. Spot inspections will be made at county aging units just like those conducted at area care centers.

Kathy reported that Pierce County Office on Aging would experience a

85.21 Grant

Council Appointment

Next Meeting

Adjournment

decrease in funding for 2004. It will be an overall decrease of $8312. The 85.21 State Transportation will have a $1572 increase for 2004. Low-cost meals, carryover funds, continued donations and USDA reimbursement of $.54 per meal will cariy the programs through 2004. Experience Works (formerly Green Thumb) workers save a lot in labor costs. A full time position in the Pierce County Office on Aging has not been re-filled.

Raynee Farrell made a motion to approve the 2004 Budget for the Pierce County Office on Aging and Seth Sperstra, second the motion. Motion carried.

John Howard made a motion that: 1. The outcome measure for smoking cessation is changed from providing 12 people with free patches to assisting Pierce County Public Health with smoking cessation by distributing information, and providing transportation to support group meetings and 2. Not to order the Beacon Software system for $1000 annually but to use an existing software program for Information and Referral. Raynee Farrell made a second. Motion carried.

Iona Hamman made a motion to approve the State of Wisconsin 85.21 Transportation Grant Application. Seconded by Elizabeth DeLong. Motion carried.

The Council approved support for the re-appointment of Herbert Tschumperlin, Plum City and John Howard, Sr., River Falls for a threeyear term on this committee.

The next meeting ofthis committee will be January 26, 2004.

John Howard made a motion to adjourn and Herbert Tschumperlin made a second to the motion. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME:

January 26, 2004 9:30a.m.


AGENDA




OTHER REPORTS:

Financial reports - Service programs -Yvonne Man ore Financial reports- IIICland IIIC2- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Yvonne Man ore

1. Meal Site Reports - Kathy and Council Members 2. AAA Board -Jim Hanson

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. AgeAdvantage Assessment report- Dianne Rhein 2. AgeAdvantage updates -Dianne Rhein 3. 11 minute video on the Wisconsin Aging Network




January 26, 2004

The Pierce County Council on Aging met on January 26, 2004 at the Pierce County Office Building. Jim Hanson opened the meeting at 9:30am. Those answering roll call included Raynee Farrell, Iona Hamman, Jim Hanson, John Howard, Sr., Patti Ingli, Una Kannel, Myrna Larrabee, and Lorraine Olson. Members excused included Elizabeth DeLong and Herbert Tachumperlin. Seth Sperstra was absent. AgeAdvantage Staff Representative Diane Rhein, Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present. Edith Hanson was also in attendance.

Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the minutes of the September 22, 2003 meeting as mailed. John Howard, Sr., seconded the motion. Motion carried.

Yvonne and Kathy gave financial and program reports for the period ending December 2003. Balances may be spent within 60 days. If there is grant money remaining in an account, generally it is returned to the county in 2005 after an audit in 2004.

Yvonne reported that 446 persons from Pierce County are enrolled in the SeniorCare Program in Wisconsin. Yvonne gave a brief overview of some of the changes that will be coming in the Medicare Program beginning with the Prescription Drug Card in 2004.

Kathy shared a copy of the evaluation of Yvonne Manore, Benefit Specialist in Pierce County that had been conducted by the Elder Law Center from the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups. Kathy also shared a copy of the evaluation of the Pierce County Office on Aging conducted by the AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Aging. The Plum City Meal Site will be receiving new vinyl and carpeting. The Maiden Rock Meal Site needs a roof over the handicapped accessible ramp into the senior center. Hopefully the work will be completed soon.

Jim Hanson reported on the AgeAdvantage Area Agency on Aging District Board of Directors meeting. The topic was budgeting and contracts for the year.

Diane Rhein, AgeAdvantage Representative commented on the Pierce County Office on Aging annual assessment and compliance with the Wisconsin Elders Act. The Office is actually ahead on its three-year plan and accomplishing the goals set in the plan. It is a definite challenge to meet the increased demand for services and to juggle funding for the needed services. Diane feels things are going very well and in part it is due to the credibility of the Office on Aging Staff.

Diane shared information on the Senior Americans Day to be held on March 23 in Eau Claire. Forty-six different workshops will be available to attendees. Speakers will focus on the impact of the aging population on villages and towns. A Caregivers Town House meeting will be held at the Eau Claire Senior Center on March 29, 5:00-7:30 PM. Senior Statesmanship will be held during March in Madison. Betty Gunderson, from Pierce County is the new chairperson for the Advocacy Committee.

The members viewed a video film about the "Wisconsin Aging Network". Copies of the video will distributed to each county soon. Each center/club will have an opportunity to view the film.

The next meeting of this committee will be March 22, 2004, at 9:30AM.

Pierce County Council on Aging Minutes (con't) 01-26-2004

Motion to close the meeting was made by Lorraine Olson and seconded by Patti Ingli. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned.


DATE: TIME:

March 22, 2004 9:30a.m.


AGENDA




OTHER REPORTS:

2003 Annual Report -Kathy Hass Financial reports - Service programs -Yvonne Man ore Financial reports- IIICland IIIC2- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Yvonne Man ore

1. Meal Site Reports - Kathy and Council Members 2. AAA Board -Jim Hanson

OTHER BUSINESS:



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff & Guest Present

Minutes

Annual Report

Financial Report


Meal Site Report

AAAReport


March 22, 2004


Members present were: Jim Hanson, Una Kannel, Lorraine Olson, Raynee Farrell, John Howard, Iona Hamman, Patti Ingli, and Myrna Larrabee, Elizabeth DeLong, and Seth Sperstra. Herbert Tschumperlin was absent.

Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Yvonne Manore were present. A guest Edith Hanson was in attendance.

Minutes from the January 26, 2004 meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Motion by Myrna Larrabee, seconded by Una Kannel to approve the minutes of the January 26,2004 meeting. Motion carried.

Kathy reviewed the Office on Aging annual fmancial and program report for 2003. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Kathy introduced a new format for the monthly program and fiscal report. This report will be in the same format as the annual report and will be easily updated. Program numbers will be updated quarterly and the fiscal portion will be updated on a monthly basis.

Yvonne reported that 454 persons from Pierce County are enrolled in the SeniorCare Program, Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Program for the Elderly, through February 15, 2004. Yvonne explained how a typical case might begin with a phone call about Medicare. While assisting a client with a "Medicare Problem" other problems become evident. A person may need information about food stamps, food pantry, QMB, supplemental insurance, MA, SeniorCare, Cremation Society and Advance Directives.

Kathy reported that the Plum City Meal Site now has new vinyl and carpeting. The River Falls Meal Site has a leaky dishwasher and if it is not repairable a new dishwasher will be purchased. The monthly meal site report was distributed to members.

Jim Hanson attended the AgeAdvantage District Board Meeting. The board approved a Helen Bader Foundation Grant. Jim shared copies of information about the New Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit that is scheduled for implementation January 1, 2006. He urged members to let their legislators know how they feel about this new program. It is hoped

Next Meeting

Adjournment

that changes will be made to make the program more beneficial and user friendly. Another concern the District Board discussed was the need for long-term care employees. Due to low salaries paid to long term care employees the tum over rate of employees is very high.

The next meeting of this committee will be May 24, 2004.

Myrna Larrabee made a motion to adjourn and John Howard made a second to the motion. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME:

May 24,2004 9:30a.m.

PLACE: MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA



INTRODUCTION OF NEW COUNTY BOARD MEMBERS

REVIEW OF AGING NETWORK IDSTORY


OTHER REPORTS:

Financial reports - Service programs -Yvonne Man ore Financial reports- IIICland IIIC2- Kathy Hass Legal Servife and Senior Care Report- Yvonne Manore

1. Meal Site Reports -Kathy and Council Members 2. AAA Board - Jim Hanson

OTHER BUSINESS:

REALLOCATION OF TITLE lllB FUNDS

VIEW VIDEO ON "NAVIGATING THE NEW MEDICARE PERSCRIPTION DRUG LAW" Narrated by Walter Cronkite.



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

New Member

Interfaith Caregivers

Minutes

History

Financial Report & Meal Site Report



May 24,2004


Members present were: Jim Hanson, Lorraine Olson, Iona Hamman, Patti Ingli, Elizabeth DeLong, Herbert Tschumperlin, Myrna Larrabee and Leroy Peterson. Una Kannel was excused. John Howard and Paul Barkla were absent. Guest Kristen Cain, Long Term Support Coordinator for Pierce County.


Newly appointed member to this Council, Leroy Peterson was introduced.

Kristen Cain reported she is preparing a grant application to the Robert Woods Johnson Foundation for a Pierce County, "Faith In ActionInterfaith Caregivers", program. Kristen is working on building a linkage with church congregations, community organizations and county agencies to provide volunteer services. The grant could be for $25000 to $35000 and may be for a period of 18 months and/or 30 months. The application will be submitted in June 2004 with hope of approval by September 2004. Kristen would like someone from the Council on Aging to be a member of the governing board.

Minutes from the March 22, 2004 meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Motion by Elizabeth DeLong, seconded by Lorraine Olson, to approve the Minutes of the March 22,2004 meeting. Motion carried.

The review of the Aging Network History was tabled until the next meeting of this committee.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office on Aging financial and program report through April 2004. The Supportive Home Care program has served 22 different persons since the beginning of 2004. Since this is a Title IIIB program we can reallocate more funding from other IIIB Programs. This will be addressed later in the agenda. The meal site report was distributed and Kathy requested that members post it at their meal sites.

The "hot topic" is the changes in the Federal Medicare Program. People on Medicare are receiving mailings about the prescription drug cards that are now available. Twenty-eight different cards are available to

AAAReport

Reallocation

Video

Retiring

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Wisconsin residents. The Federal Government has given Wisconsin permission to continue the SeniorCare Prescription Drug Program at this time. The new Medicare Part D, the Federal Prescription Drug Program will begin on January 1, 2006. Yvonne encouraged everyone to write to their legislators and express any concerns they have about the new program.

Jim Hanson did not have a report as the Board of Directors has not met.

The Council was requested to change the allocation for Supportive Home Care for year 2004. As discussed earlier in this meeting the demand on this program has increased significantly. Kathy asked to reallocate Title IIIB funds by transferring $6800 from Program Management and $1000 from the 60+ Transportation Program into the Supportive Home Care Program. Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the transfer with a second by Herbert Tschumperlin. Motion carried.

The Council viewed a video "Navigating The New Medicare Prescription Drug Law" narrated by Walter Cronkite. Discussion followed. This video will be available for viewing at the Senior Centers soon.

Yvonne Manore, Benefit Specialist, will be retiring June 4. She has been employed in the Office on Aging for almost 28 years. Members thanked her for the service she has provided to Pierce County and wished her a happy retirement. Jane White has been hired as her replacement and will begin her duties on June 1, 2004.

The next meeting of this committee will be July 19, 2004.

Iona Hamman made a motion to adjourn and Elizabeth DeLong made a second to the motion. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME:

July 19, 2004 9:30a.m.

PLACE: MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA



INTRODUCTION OF NEW COUNTY BOARD MEMBER PAUL BARKLA

REVIEW OF AGING NETWORK IDSTORY

STAFF REPORTS: 1. 2.

OTHER REPORTS:

Financial reports - Service programs -Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Jane White

1. Meal Site Reports -Kathy and Council Members 2. AAA Board -Jim Hanson

ANY OTHER BUSINESS:



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

New Member

Minutes

History

Financial Report


Meal Site Report

AAAReport


July 19, 2004


Members present were: Jim Hanson, Elizabeth DeLong, Paul Barkla, Iona Hamman, Una Kannel, Myrna Larrabee, Lorraine Olson and Herbert Tschumperlin. John Howard, Patti Ingli, Diane Rhein and Leroy Peterson were excused.

Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Jane White were present.

Introduced to the Council were the newly appointed member, Paul Barkla, and the Benefit Specialist, Jane White.

Minutes from the May 24, 2004 meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Motion by Myrna Larrabee, seconded by Elizabeth DeLong to approve the minutes of the May 24, 2004 meeting. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Aging Network History and explained the increase in Pierce County's population from 1990 to 2000, reviewed the 2004 FederaVState Budget and funding and the County Budget Process for 2005.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office on Aging financial and program report through June 2004. The Family Caregiver Services program will run out funds before the end of the year but may be able to reallocate funds from another program such as Chore Service or Elder Abuse if needed. Discussion and comments from Council members on how to budget for sick leave payouts.

Jane White reported that 470 persons from Pierce County are currently enrolled in the SeniorCare Program, Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Program for the Elderly, and that the total amount of $101,489.227 has been paid by the state for prescription drugs. Jane explained the increase in contacts to the office in regards to SeniorCare vs. Federal Medicare Prescription Drug Program and that SeniorCare is still a better choice.

Kathy Hass reported that the River Falls Meal Site received a new dishwasher and was installed. The annual meal site report was distributed to members.

Jim Hanson attended the AgeAdvantage District Board Meeting and discussed mealsite cleanliness and decreased funds for the 2005 Budget.

Food Pantry

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Jim urged members to let their legislators know how they feel about the new Medicare Discount Prescription Drug Benefit program. He displayed his idea of a pre-postage postcard with the words "Fix Medicare Rx" on them, had members of the Bay City Senior Center sign and address them, and Jim collected them and mailed them to the legislators.

Lorraine Olson reported that the food pantry for Pierce County served 143 households with a total of 311 individuals for the month of April. Lorraine explained the eligibility requirements and whom donations have been received from in the past. Board members were invited to tour the Food Pantry after the meeting.

The next meeting of this committee will be September 27, 2004.

Herbert Tschumperlin made a motion to adjourn and Elizabeth DeLong made a second to the motion. Motion carried.

Respectfully submitted, Jane White


DATE: TIME: PLACE:

September 27,2004' 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA


CALL TO ORDER ROLLCALL



OTHER REPORTS:

Financial reports - Service programs - Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Jane White

1. Coalition ofWisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) report 2. AAA Board- Jim Hanson

ANY OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Review and approve 2005 budget 2. Approve 85.21 grant application 3. Election of Officers for 2005 4. Discuss possible new council members for the following

members whose terms will expire in 2004: IonaHamman Lorraine Olson Elizabeth DeLong



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

Minutes

Financial Report

Meal Site Report


AAAReport

Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) report


September 27,2004


Members present were: Jim Hanson, Elizabeth DeLong, Paul Barkla, Iona Hamman, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Una Kannel, Myrna Larrabee, Lorraine Olson, Diane Rhein and Herbert Tschumperlin. Leroy Peterson were excused.


Minutes from the July 19, 2004 meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Motion by Myrna Larrabee, seconded by Elizabeth DeLong to approve the minutes of the July 19, 2004 meeting. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office on Aging financial and program report through August 2004. The percent of the county's 65+ population grew between 1990 and 2000 by 1.5%- projected growth by 2020 is 85.7%.

The meal site report was distributed and Kathy requested that members post it at their meal sites.

Jane White reported that 463 persons from Pierce County are currently emolled in the SeniorCare Program, Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Program for the Elderly, and that the total amount of$17,583,061 has been paid by the state for prescription drugs. Jane explained the increase in contacts to the office in regards to SeniorCare vs. Federal Medicare Prescription Drug Program still continues and that SeniorCare is still a better choice. The SeniorCare program will be available through 2005.

Jim Hanson did not have a report.

Jim urged members to let their legislators know how they feel about the new Medicare Discount Prescription Drug Benefit program. He displayed his idea of a pre-postage postcard with the words "Fix Medicare Rx" on them, had members of the Bay City Senior Center sign and address them, and Jim collected them and mailed them to the legislators.

Diane Rhein, AgeAdvantage Representative, commented that there was to be a CW AG Alumni Meeting to be held at the Apple Ridge Orchard in Ellsworth, WI on October 6, 2004 at 10 a.m. All were invited to attend.

2005 Budget

85.21 Grant

Election of Officers

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Diane also mentioned that there was a Caregiver/Caregiving Education Program to be held on November 10,2004 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at St. Croix County Department On Aging in Hudson. All were invited to attend.

Kathy Hass reviewed the 2005 budget being submitted to the county board for approval. The county portion of the budget is $156,823 and represents an increase from 2004 of$5,162. The total state and federal budget is $357,203 and represents a decrease from 2004 of$7,452. This will be the second year of decreased state and federal funding due to funding formula corretions from the 2000 census. Even though Pierce County's 65+ population increased from 1990 to 2000, other counties had greater increases so they get more funding and Pierce County gets less. With population projections out to 2030, it looks like Pierce County will experience tremendous 65+ growth and should fare better with funding in the future.

John Howard made a motion to approve the 2005 Budget for the Pierce County Office On Aging and Elizabeth DeLong, second the motion. Motion carried.

The amount available to Pierce County in 2005 is $42,399 and requires a 20% county match. Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the State of Wisconsin 85.21 Transportation Grant Application. Seconded by Paul Barkla. Motion carried.

Elizabeth DeLong, Vice President mentioned that she has a replacement. Her name is Charlotte Bowen from Elmwood, WI. Election of Officers was held. A unanimous ballot was cast for Jim Hanson - President, Myrna Larrabee- Vice President and Patti Ingli- Secretary. Motion to approve made by Paul Barkla, seconded by Elizabeth DeLong. Motion carried.

The next meeting of this committee will be November 29,2004.

Paul Barkla made a motion to adjourn and Myrna Larrabee made a second to the motion. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

November 29, 2004 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA

PUMPKIN PIE WITH WHIPPED CREAM AND COFFEE




OTHER REPORTS:

Financial reports - Service programs -Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Jane White

1. Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) report 2. AAA Board- Jim Hanson

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Aging Network and Customer Service Presentation- Dianne Rhein - AgeAdvantage Regional Planner/Program Consultant.

2. AgeAdvantAge updates - Dianne Rhein. 3. Discuss possible new council members for the following

members whose terms will expire in 2004: IonaHamman Lorraine Olson Elizabeth DeLong


CC Sandy Langer Jamie Feuerhelm Pierce County Herald

Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

Minutes

Financial Report

Meal Site Report


CWAGReport

AAAReport

AgeAdvantage Report


November 29,2004


Members present were: Elizabeth DeLong, Iona Hamman, Jim Hanson, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Myrna Larrabee, Diane Rhein and Herbert Tschumperlin. Paul Barkla and Una Kannel were excused. Lorraine Olson and Leroy Peterson were absent.


Minutes from the September 27, 2004 meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Elizabeth DeLong made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Herbert Tschumperlin. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office on Aging financial and program report through October 2004 and explained the Chore Service Program. Kathy also explained that requests for service help has increased beyond funding levels and will continue to get worse.

The meal site report was distributed and Kathy requested that members post it at their meal sites.

Jane reported that 486 persons from Pierce County are enrolled in the SeniorCare Program, Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Program for the Elderly, and that the total amount of $71,127,294 has been paid to date by the state for prescription drugs. SeniorCare program will be available through 2005.

Myrna Larrabee attended the CW AG Alumni Meeting held on October 6, 2004. Myrna shared the information and helpful tips that were discussed. Bill Kirk and David Lotto were guest speakers and excellent to listen to. Diane Rhein will write a press release of the information discussed and distribute them.

Jim Hanson will be attending the AgeAdvantage District Board Meeting on December 3, 2004. He did not have a report at this time.

Diane Rhein, AgeAdvantage Representative, gave an Aging Network and Customer Service presentation. The Council viewed a video "The Aging Difference". Discussion followed.

New Council Members

Other Information

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Diane reported upcoming events: 1) Aging Summit to be held in Eau Claire, WI on May 6, 2005. A

couple of topics to be discussed will be "Baby Boomers and Beyond" and "Living Healthy- Aging Well".

2) Rally at the State Capital in Madison, WI on May lOth- 12th, 2005. Key date is May 11, 2005. More information will be given, as it becomes available.

Charlotte Bowen, from Elmwood, WI, will replace Elizabeth DeLong. Iona Hamman mentioned that her replacement would be Eugene Kittilson from Prescott, WI. Lorraine Olson was not present to report her replacement.

Chuck Balzer presented to the Council an "Aging & Disability Resource Center" Proposal. The proposal stated that Pierce County and St. Croix County would join together to create a Resource Center for a "one stop" customer service for information, advice and seamless access to opportunities, resources and public programs for people who are elderly or adults with disabilities. Discussion followed. The Council on Aging questioned the wisdom of having another layer of bureaucracy when services in Pierce County have a history of working well and are all located close together. Council members were leery of having Pierce County residents access our services by first contacting a Resource Center in Baldwin or anywhere else in St. Croix County. They also were not happy that the state was offering funding for 5 new resource centers when funding for services was being cut. Additional concerns were whether the $112,000 per year was enough to fund the requirements for the Resource Center and where the 35% required county match would come from. They were also concerned that this proposal would have required county board approval on the first reading to meet the deadline when two readings are required. Overall, there were not enough details about the cost and organization of a two-county grant proposal to approve this concept. With the Council on Aging members that were present, no one was willing to support this proposal.

The next meeting of this committee will be January 24, 2005.

Myrna Larrabee made a motion to adjourn and John Howard made a second to the motion. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Thursday February 24, 2005 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA

HOMEMADE PIE FROM THE ELLSWORTH SENIOR CENTER AND COFFEE




OTHER REPORTS:

2004 Annual Report- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Jane White

1. Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) report 2. AAA Board -Jim Hanson

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Report on additional funding for the Benefit Specialist Program

2. Information on Senior Americans Day in Eau Claire March 22, 2005.


CC Brad Lawrence Sandy Langer Jamie Feuerhelm Pierce County Herald

Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

New Council Member

Minutes

Annual Report


CWAGReport

AAAReport


February 24, 2005


Members present were: Paul Barkla, Charlotte Bowen, Jim Hanson, Patti Ingli, Una Kannel, Myrna Larrabee, Lorraine Olson and Leroy Peterson. Eugene Kittilson was excused. John Howard, Diane Rhein and Herbert Tschumperlin were absent.


Newly appointed member to the Council, Charlotte Bowen was introduced.

Minutes from the November 29,2004 meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Leroy Peterson made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Una Kannel. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office on Aging annual financial and program report for 2004. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Jane reported that 489 persons from Pierce County are emolled in the SeniorCare Program, Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Program for the Elderly, and that the total amount of $71,127,294 has been paid to date by the state for prescription drugs. SeniorCare program will be available through 2005. Jane explained the Medicare Part D prescription drug program and how it will affect people 65 years of age and older. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Jim Hanson commented that there will be the 2005 CW AG 28th Annual Convention to be held in Madison on May 1Oth- May 12th, at the Inn on the Park Hotel & Conference Center. Theme is "Invest in Independence" which speaks to the desire in all of us to remain as independent as possible throughout our lifespan.

Jim Hanson did not have a report at this time.

Jane White shared information on the Senior Americans Day to be held on March 22nd in Eau Claire. 40+ workshops will be available to attendees. 55 Alive will be at the Bay City Senior Center on April 12th and April 14th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Additional Funding Report

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Kathy Hass reported that an additional $10,000.00 funding for the Benefit Specialist Program will be received and is to be devoted in assisting Medicare beneficiaries with issues related to the new Medicare Part D drug benefit and reporting requirements. The funds are from a grant that is suppose to help beneficiaries on prescription drug issues and choices. The funds will be available for 18 months, from April 2005 through September 2006. This is a one-time funding and not a continuing appropriation. Each county has been allocated money for the 18 month period. Allocations were based on 70% of the amount by the county's share ofthe SeniorCare caseload and 30% by the county's share of the age 65 and over population.

The next meeting of this committee will be April25, 2005.

Paul Barkla made a motion to adjourn and Lorraine Olson made a second to the motion. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Monday April 25, 2005 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA

HOMEMADE PIE FROM THE ELLSWORTH SENIOR CENTER AND COFFEE




OTHER REPORTS:

Financial and Program Report- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Jane White Office staffmg report Nutrition Advisory Council Report

1. Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) report 2. AAA Board -Jim Hanson

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Report on additional funding for the Benefit Specialist program and information and discussion on Medicare Part D scheduled to start in 2006.



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff & Guest Present

New Council Member

Minutes

Financial & Program Report

Meal Site Report


Office Staff Report

Nutrition Advisory Council Report


April 25, 2005


Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, Jim Hanson, John Howard, Una Kannel, Eugene Kittilson, Myrna Larrabee, Leroy Peterson and Herbert Tschumperlin. Paul Barkla, Patti Ingli and Diane Rhein were excused.

Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Jane White were present. A guest, Edith Hanson, was in attendance.

Newly appointed members to the Council, Mary Jane Grebner and Eugene Kittilson were introduced.

Minutes from the February 24, 2005, meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Eugene Kittilson made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by John Howard. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office on Aging 2005 Financial and Program report through March 2005. Kathy explained the programs that are available to people 60 years of age and older. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

The meal site report was distributed and Kathy Hass requested that the members post it at their meal sites.

Jane reported that 487 persons from Pierce County are enrolled in the SeniorCare Program, Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Program for the Elderly, and that the total amount of$124,612,497 has been paid to date by the state for prescription drugs. SeniorCare program will be available through 2005. Jane explained the Medicare Part D prescription drug program that will start January 1, 2006, and how it will affect people 65 years of age and older. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Kathy Hass reported that applications are now being accepted for the Accounting Assistant position until May 10, 2005. The position is parttime 20 hrs/week, Monday through Friday from 1 :00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Kathy Hass reported that the first Nutrition Advisory Council met to discuss recommendations regarding food preference of participants, menu suggestions and dining center furnishings. Meetings will be held quarterly at one of the seven nutrition meal sites.

CWAGReport

AAAReport

Additional Funding Report

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Jim Hanson commented that there will be the 2005 CW AG 28th Annual Convention to be held in Madison on May lOth- May 1ih, at the Inn on the Park Hotel & Conference Center. Theme is "Invest in Independence" which speaks to the desire in all of us to remain as independent as possible throughout our life span.

Jim Hanson did not have a report at this time. Kathy Hass reported that the SAMS computer program report will be moving to the internet. SAMS is the Social Assistance Management System that is used for reporting client information and the services they receive.

Kathy Hass reported that an additional $10,000.00 funding for the Benefit Specialist Program will be received and is to be devoted in assisting Medicare beneficiaries with issues related to the new Medicare Part D drug benefit and reporting requirements. The funds are from a grant that is suppose to help beneficiaries on prescription drug issues and choices. The funds will be available for 18 months, from April 2005 through September 2006. This is a one-time funding and not a continuing appropriation. Each county has been allocated money for the 18 month period. Allocations were based on 70% of the amount by the county's share of the SeniorCare caseload and 30% by the county's share of the age 65 and over population.

Kathy Hass and Jim Hanson briefly explained the 2005/2007 State Budget- Elderly and Disabled Priority Issues. Kathy drafted a letter to Representative Kitty Rhoades encouraging her to support what was proposed in the 2005/2007 State Budget. Discussion and comments from Council members followed. Eugene Kittilson made a motion to approve the letter and to send it, seconded by Myrna Larrabee. Motion carried.

The next meeting of this committee will be June 27, 2005.

Una Kannel made a motion to adjourn and John Howard made a second to the motion. Motion carried.


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DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Monday July 25,2005 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA

RHUBARB PIE FROM THE ELLSWORTH SENIOR CENTER AND COFFEE




OTHER REPORTS:

Financial and Program Report- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Jane White Nutrition Advisory Council changes

1. Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) Legislative update and Madison Rally report by Betty Gunderson.

2. AAA Board -Jim Hanson

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Population projections for Pierce County from the U.S. Census Bureau



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff & Guests Present

Guest SpeakerComfort Keepers

Minutes


Meal Site Report



July 25, 2005


Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, Jim Hanson, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Una Kannel, Eugene Kittilson, Leroy Peterson and Herbert Tschumperlin. Paul Barkla, Myrna Larrabee and Diane Rhein were excused.

Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Jane White were present. Two guests were in attendance, Edith Hanson, and from Comfort Keepers -Comforting Solutions for In-Home Care, Linda Shurden.

Linda Shurden presented to the Council the MD.2 Personal Medication System that provides automatic, accurate and monitored physical dispensing of scheduled medications - right at home. The cost for the system is $75))0 for installation and $74.99 for monthly rental payment. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Minutes from the April25, 2005, meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Eugene Kittilson made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Herbert Tschumperlin. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office on Aging 2005 Financial and Program report through June 2005. Discussion and comments from the Council members followed. Kathy explained that some programs may run out of funds before the end of the year, but may be able to reallocate funds from another program if needed. We will also use the donations that are received for that program.


Jane reported that 486 persons from Pierce County are enrolled in the SeniorCare Program, Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Program for the Elderly, and that the total amount of$157,694,420 has been paid to date by the state for prescription drugs. SeniorCare program will be available through 2006. Jane explained the Medicare Part D prescription drug program that will start January 1, 2006, and how it will affect people 65 years of age and older. Jane also explained the extra help that a person may be able to receive depending on their income and assets and the outreach presentations that she has been presenting to the Pierce County senior citizens. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Office Staff Report

Nutrition Advisory Council Report

CWAGReport

AAAReport

Population Projections Report

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Kathy Hass reported that the Accounting Assistant position has been . filled. Luann Kirby started on May 31, 2005, and works part-time at 20 hrs/week, Monday through Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00p.m.

Kathy Hass reported that a special council for Nutrition Advisory does not need to be formed as long as the Council On Aging is willing to continue doing it, but that a second agenda will need to be provided for the Nutrition Advisory Report. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Betty Gunderson was unavailable to report on the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups (CWAG) Legislative update and the Madison Rally.

Jim Hanson did not have a report at this time.

Jim Hanson reported that he attended a 2-day meeting in Baraboo. They discussed the Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Program and Caremark Prescription Drugs Plan, Chronic Disease- Everyone Has It, Tips for Becoming a Better Board Member, and a Social Security Representative was available to report on privatizing Social Security. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Kathy Hass reported that the percent of the county's 65+ population grew between 1990 and 2000 only by 1.5%. But projected growth by the year 2020 will be 85.7% and 169% by the year 2030. Pierce County is one of the top ten fastest growing counties for order populations, ranking #3 behind St. Croix and Menominee Counties. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

The next meeting of this committee will be September 26, 2005.

Eugene Kittilson made a motion to adjourn and Charlotte Bowen made a second to the motion. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Monday September 26,2005 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA

PIE FROM THE ELLSWORTH SENIOR CENTER AND COFFEE




OTHER REPORTS:

Financial and Program Report- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Jane White

1. AAA Board - Jim Hanson 2. AgeAdvantAge update - Dianne Rhein 3. Review of Council Members with terms up in 2005.

Jim Hanson- end of 2nd 3 year term- cannot be re-elected. Myrna Larrabee - end of 1st 3 year term - can be re-elected. Una Kannel- end of 1st 3 year term- can be re-elected. (Note- term limits state that members cannot serve more than two 3 year terms).

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. 2006 Budget review and approval



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff & Guests Present

Minutes


Meal Site Report


AAAReport


September 26, 2005


Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, Jim Hanson, Una Kannel, Myrna Larrabee, Leroy Peterson and Herbert Tschumperlin. Paul Barkla, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Eugene Kittilson, and Diane Rhein were excused.

Office on Aging staff Kathy Hass and Jane White were present. A guest, Edith Hanson, was in attendance.

Minutes from the July 25, 2005 meeting were mailed to the Council members for their review. Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Una Kannel. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office on Aging 2005 Financial and Program report through September 23, 2005. Discussion and comments from the Council members followed.


Jane reported that she is still waiting to hear if the SeniorCare Program will continue through 2006 and into 2007 or if it will be discontinued. If the SeniorCare Program continues, will the coverage be considered "creditable" so that an individual will not incur the 1% penalty if they deny Medicare Part D Program now and then enroll at a later date. Jane explained the Medicare Part D Program will start January 1, 2006, and that people can start enrolling in a Medicare Part D plan as early as November 15, 2005. Last day to enroll in the Medicare Part D plan without incurring a penalty is May 15, 2006. Jane also explained the extra help that a person may be able to receive depending on their income and assets. Jane has completed the first round of outreach presentations to the Pierce County senior citizens and will be focusing more with the oneon-one consulting with the senior citizens during the open enrollment months. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Jim Hanson reported that it is illegal for a Medicare Part D plan to advertise before October 1, 2005. If they do, the CWAG Elder Law Center should be informed.

Volunteer drivers will receive a State mileage reimbursement increase from .405 to .485 starting September 1, 2005.

AgeAdvantAge Report

Review of Council Members Terms

2006 Budget & 85.21 Transportation Grant

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Diane Rhein, AgeAdvantAge Representative was not available to give a report.

Kathy Hass reported that President, Jim Hanson's second 3-year term will expire at the end of 2005 and cannot be re-elected. Myrna Larrabee, Vice President, and Una Kannel's first 3-year term will expire at the end of2005, but they may be re-elected. Kathy mentioned that the term limits state that members cannot serve more than two 3-year terms. Election of new Council members will be held at the next meeting on December 19, 2005.

Kathy Hass reviewed the 2006 budget being submitted to the county board for approval, and the 85.21 Transportation grant. The county portion of the budget is $157,250 and represents an increase from 2005 of$3,310, and it includes the required 85.21 match. The total state and federal budget is $264,928 and represents an increase from 2005 in the amount of $3,777. The change is a result of the additional funding received for the 85.21 Transportation Program and the Medicare Part D Program, and the decrease in the Congregate Meal Program. Kathy also reviewed the changes to the 2003-2006 Plan and Budget, and New Goals and Objectives for 2006.

Kathy Hass reported that the percent of the county's 65+ population grew between 1990 and 2000 by 1.5%. But projected growth by the year 2020 will be 85.7% and 169% by the year 2030. Pierce County is one of the top ten fastest growing counties for order populations, ranking #3 behind St. Croix and Menominee Counties. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the 85.21 Transportation grant and the 2006 Plan and Budget for the Pierce County Office On Aging, seconded by Leroy Peterson. Motion carried with all in favor.

The next meeting of this committee will be December 19, 2005.

Herbert Tschumperlin made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Una Kannel. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME:

Tuesday December 20, 2005 9:30a.m.

PLACE: MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

PIE AND COFFEE


AGENDA



OTHER REPORTS:

Financial and Program Report - Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Jane White

1. AAA Board -Jim Hanson 2. AgeAdvantAge update - Dianne Rhein

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Discuss and approve closure of Maiden Rock Meal Site at the end of 2005.

2. Medicare Part D Video (20 minutes).



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff & Guests

Minutes


Meal Site Report

Legal Service Report

AAAReport

AgeAdvantAge Report


December 20, 2005


Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, Jim Hansen, Patti Ingli, Una Kannel, Eugene Kittilson, Myrna Larrabee, Leroy Peterson and Herbert Tschumperlin. Paul Barkla, John Howard and Jane White were excused.

Office On Aging staff Kathy Hass was present. Three guests were in attendance: Elizabeth Delong, Edith Hanson, and from AgeAdvantAge, Diane Rhein.

Minutes from the September 26, 2005, meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. Eugene Kittilson made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Una Kannel. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office on Aging 2005 Financial and Program report through November of2005. It was noted that when all bills are paid for 2005, Kathy will make a projection on how ca.rrYover funds will help with the budget cuts for the years 2006 and 2007.


Jane White could not attend this meeting. Kathy Hass reported that Jane is very busy with Medicare Part D Information presentations and appointments. Kathy also reported that everyone is very pleased with the help that Jane has given to them.

Jim Hanson reported that the last AAA meeting in Baraboo dealt with budgets, and they also were informed about the availability of the Yaktrax walker. Each Aging Unit will be allocated 10 Yaktrax walkers, a slip prevention device that goes over shoes or boots to help prevent slips or falls on snow or ice. Kathy had -samples for the Council Members to look at. Most sport stores carry the Y aktrax for a cost of about $20.00.

Dianne Rhein, Age AdvantAge Representative, thanked Council Members for all the great work they do. Diane went on to explain about the Long Term Care Reform initiative that is going on all over the State. Requests for Information and proposals are being completed by public or private groups that have ideas on how to reform Long Term Support to reduce costs for clients on Medicare. The State has Federal funds to be used in the study of reforming how Long Term Care is provided in

Other Business

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Wisconsin. Part of the reform process will also include the development of Aging and Disability Resource Centers. Discussion and comments from Council members followed on this topic.

Dianne also informed the Council Members about upcoming meetings and the Aging Summit to be held May 19, 2006, in Eau Claire. The theme this year will be about "Choice" and making Nursing Homes more sensitive to the wishes and desires of the residents. Brochures will be available at a later date. Dianne also alerted everyone to a Public TV broadcast on January 31, 2005, called "Almost Home". This video will also be made available for future Council on Aging meetings.

Dianne also informed the Council Members about Pierce County's initiative to be a host site for the national AIRS test which certifies staff for the provision of information and referral services. This test will be held on April 6, 2005, at 1:00 p.m. Dianne has agreed to proctor the test and hold this certification herself.

Discussion was held on the closing of the Maiden Rock meal site. Kathy Hass shared the "Open Letter to Maiden Rock Residents" that was mailed out in August of 2005 in a last attempt to increase participation in the meal program. The results were not good and participation remained at 5 to 1 0 participants on most serving days. Many reasons were discussed for the drop in participation, including participants moving out of the area and many deaths. The Maiden Rock area borders Lake Pepin and has become very attractive to younger and higher income residents. For those reasons as well as budget cuts, it was decided to close the Maiden Rock meal site and invite those participants to attend the meal sites at either Plum City or Bay City. Both are approximately 8 miles from Maiden Rock. Eugene Kittilson made a motion to close the Maiden Rock meal site, seconded by Leroy Peterson. Motion carried with all in favor.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on February 21, 2006.

Eugene Kittilson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Herbert Tschumperlin. Motion carried.

Respectfully submitted, Kathy Hass


DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Tuesday February 21, 2006 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA

PIE AND COFFEE




OTHER REPORTS:

2005 Financial and Program Report- Kathy Hass Legal Service and Senior Care Report- Jane White

1. AAA Board - Jim Hanson 2. Update on Long Term Care Reform and the role of the West

Central Wisconsin-Care Management Collaborative (WCW-CMC).

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Discuss Medicare Part D letter to US Senators and Representatives.



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff & Guests

Minutes

Annual Report Financial & Program Report


February 21, 2006


Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Jim Hansen, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Una Kannel, Eugene Kittilson, Myrna Larrabee and Leroy Peterson. Paul Barkla, Mary Jane Grebner, Diane Rhein and Herbert Tschumperlin were excused.

Office On Aging staff Kathy Hass and Jane White were present. Two guests were in attendance: Edith Hanson and Yvonne Kulow.

Yvonne Kulow was interviewed as a possible citizen representative candidate for the Human Services Board. The Human Services Board recommended Yvonne Kulow's appointment to the Council on Aging. Motion to approve made by Myrna Larrabee, seconded by Eugene Kittilson. Motion carried.

Minutes from the December 20, 2005, meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by John Howard. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office On Aging annual financial and program report for 2005.

Kathy Hass reported that with the increase of the Pierce County's population, more services will be needed by the public with less funding available due to budget cuts. However, for the 65+ population, the carryover funds from 2005 will help us in 2006 and possibly 2007. As a result of the increased population, we are hoping that the funding will also increase. Discussion and comments from Council member followed.

Meal Site Report The meal site report was distributed and Kathy Hass requested that the members post it at their meal sites.

Legal Service Report Jane White reported that she is still very busy with Medicare Part D doing one-on-one consulting as well as helping individuals with problems that they are experiencing when they pick up their medications at the pharmacy. Council members were encouraged to write to their Senators and Congressman/women, to voice their opinion and/or frustration with the program.

Jane mentioned that the Medicare Part D program is complicated for most individuals to understand and as a result, there has been an increase in the SeniorCare enrollment for Pierce County. As of January 15, 2006,

AAAReport

Review of Council Members Terms

Long Term Care Reform Update

there are 521 Pierce County residents that enrolled in SeniorCare compared to 486 on December 16, 2005. As a result in the increase of the new applications to SeniorCare, the tum-around time for the applications to get processed is 30 days before an individual will receive their acknowledgment letter and card. Discussion and comments from Council member followed.

Jim Hanson did not have a report at this time. The next meeting will be held in March and he will have a report for the next Council meeting.

Kathy Hass reported that Jim Hanson's second year term for being on the AAA board expires in June 2006. Eugene Kittilson volunteered to be the next AAA Board representative and will go to the meeting in March with Jim.

Jim Hanson's second 3-year term as a Council member expired at the end of 2005 and cannot be re-elected. Myrna Larrabee, Vice President, Patti Ingli, Secretary, and Una Kannel's first 3-year term also expired, but they may be re-elected. Kathy mentioned that the term limits state that members cannot serve more than two 3-year terms. Election of new Council members has been postponed until the June 2006 meeting when Jim Hanson's term as an AAA Board representative will end.

Kathy Hass reported that the West Central Wisconsin-Care Management Collaborative (WCW-CMC) was formed to develop and plan an Integrated Long-Term Care Delivery System across a nine county region (Pierce, St. Croix, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Pepin, Polk and Barron Counties) working together with three private organizations:

1. Community Health Partnership: CHP has operated for 8 years as a Wisconsin Partnership Program, providing fully integrated health and long-term managed care program for elderly and physically disabled.

2. Group Health Cooperative ofEau Claire: a non-profit membergoverned cooperative licensed as a health maintenance organization offering primary and acute health care.

3. The Management Group: TMG works with long-term care organizations, helping design and implement managed care approaches, quality management systems and data systems. Has worked with all Wisconsin long-term care programs.

A planning implementation grant of $250,000 has been awarded to develop a two phase implementation plan for a fully integrated long-term care delivery system, complete planning over 2006; region-wide implementation of core programs starting in summer of 2007, and Pierce and St. Croix may serve as pilot counties.

Other Business

Next Meeting

Adjournment

The goal is to eliminate waiting lists in 5 years - over 100 eligible citizens are awaiting services in Pierce County today (of those 1 00 eligible citizens, 60 are adults), reduce reliance on nursing homes, and provide easy access through Aging and Disability Resource Centers.

The services that would be provided through the Integrated Delivery System are long-term care, acute and primary healthcare, and mental health/substance abuse services. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Kathy Hass mentioned that the Senior Statesmanship Program will be held April24-27, 2006, in Madison. Tuition is $375 per person and includes three nights' lodging at the Inn on the Park in Madison, five meals and all training materials. Kathy or Jane White has more information or can help one register for the program if interested.

Myrna Larrabee reported that the Senior Statesmanship Program produces graduates with a good understanding of the state government and the role seniors can play in the legislative process. They develop the skills necessary to continue their own advocacy efforts back in their communities.

Eugene Kittilson mentioned that the movie "Almost Home" was to air on February 21st at 8 p.m. on PBS. Shot on location in a nursing home, ALMOST HOME tells real stories of aging-- an intimate, thoughtprovoking look at the way we approach aging today: couples bonded and divided by disability, children tom between caring for their aging parents and their own families, attendants doing unsavory work for poverty wages and a visionary nursing home director committed to changes that could shuck the nursing home stigma.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on May 2, 2006. Please note the change in the meeting date as it was original scheduled for April 25,2006.

Eugene Kittilson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by John Howard. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Tuesday May 9, 2006 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA PIE AND COFFEE

CALL TO ORDER

INTRODUCE NEW COUNTY BOARD MEMBERS RON LOCKWOOD AND DONROHL

ROLLCALL


REVIEW OF OFFICE ON AGING AND AGING NETWORK HISTORY


OTHER REPORTS:

2006 YTD Financial and Program Reports - Kathy Hass Legal Service, Medicare Part D and Senior Care ReportJane White

1. AAA Board -Jim Hanson and Gene Kittilson 2. Senior Statesman program - Gene Kittilson 3. Update on Long Term Care Reform and the role of the West

Central Wisconsin-Care Management Collaborative (WCW-CMC), and update on Aging and Disability Resource Center Development (ADRC).

4. View·Barron County ADRC video

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Election of Council on Aging President to replace Jim Hanson


CC Brad Lawrence, Sandy Langer, Jamie Feuerhelm, Pierce County Herald

Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff & Guests

Minutes

Aging Network History


Meal Site Report



May 9, 2006


Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, Jim Hanson, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Eugene Kittilson, Yvonne Kulow, Ron Lockwood, Don Rohl and Herbert Tschumperlin. Una Kannel, Myrna Larrabee and Diane Rhein were excused.

Office On Aging staff Kathy Hass and Jane White were present. A guest, Edith Hanson was in attendance.

Minutes from the February 21, 2006, meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. Eugene Kittilson made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by John Howard. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Aging Network History and explained the increase in Pierce County's population from 1990 to 2000, reviewed the 2006 Federal/State Budget and funding and the County Budget process for 2007.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office On Aging 2006 Financial and Program Report through April2006. Kathy explained the programs that are available to people 60 years of age and older. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.


Jane White reported that the Medicare Part D deadline will not be extended past May 15, 2006, and that her schedule is completely booked with appointments through May 15, 2006. Anyone calling the office and wishing to schedule an appointment for a one-on-one consult were being referred to the Coaliation of Wisconsin Aging Groups Elder Law Center or they were informed that they can enroll in Wisconsin SeniorCare before June 30, 2006, to avoid the penalty for Medicare Part D and to schedule a one-on-one consult starting November 15, 2006. Wisconsin SeniorCare is receiving about 400 applications a day- compared with an average of about 63 a day one year ago.

Jane also reported that as of the last 65+ Census that was taken, there were approximately 3,539 residents in Pierce County. As of April18, 2006, 2,439 residents were enrolled into a Medicare Part D plan, 560 residents were enrolled in SeniorCare leaving approximately 540 residents possibly without any drug coverage. Discussion and comments from Council member followed.

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Senior Statesman Program Report

Jim Hanson attended the AAA meeting in La Crosse and reported that AgeAdvantAge invites counties to apply for the "Special Projects Grant" in order to "Improve the quality, efficiency, and effectiveness oflocal, county, state and .Ho-Chunk Nation programs that assist seniors to live healthful lives in dignity and respect in the least restrictive environment." AAA hopes to encourage new, "out of the box" thinking. An award of up to $20,000 will be made to the successful proposal.

Kathy Hass is in the process of writing the grant proposal describing how the $20,000 grant would be used for Pierce County residents. The grant would be used for home and bathroom modifications using a variety of adaptive aids designed to prevent falls, add stability, and make activities of daily living easier. Modifications to homes can be the most cost effective way to help older people as they grow older and face the added challenges of remaining in their own homes. Falls are the most common accident around the home and can be prevented by something a simple as grab bars and handrails. With so many elderly having joint replacements, arthritis and other mobility problems, we hope to make home life much easier and enjoyable for 50 to 100 people in Pierce County.

Modifications could be as simple as adding a few grab bars and handrails, or more costly changes such as handicapped toilet installations and bathtub, vanity and shower changes or threshold ramps. We will take referrals from social workers and home care workers as well as family members. We have a local handyman that will do many ofthe modifications for a reasonable fee, or we will offer families an amount to buy equipment if they have someone that could do the installation. We will ask families for donations toward the cost of modifications, but will not deny anyone needing this service if they can not or will not make a donation. "People in Business Care" will be a third-party participant and are willing to accept and consider funding applications for home repairs when the $20,000 grant ends. Discussion and comments from Council member followed.

Eugene Kittilson attended the Senior Statesman Program in April and reported that it was an excellent experience and would like to attend the Graduate Program. Wisconsin's original Senior Statesman Program began in 1980 and was created to educate senior citizens about state government, the legislative process, and being an effective advo.cate. You learn how a bill becomes a law, sit in on legislative floor sessions, attend hearings, visit state agencies including the Legislative Reference Bureau, Fiscal Bureau, the Bureau on Aging and Long Term Care Resources, the Board on Aging and Long Term Care (BOAL TC), the Supreme Court and the Attorney General's Office and learn how to become e±Iective advocates on the issues that concem them.

Long Term Care Reform Update

Barron County ADRC Video

Election of Council On Aging President

Other Business

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Kathy Hass reported that an Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Planning/Development Group has been formed and will meet on Tuesday, May 30, 2006, at the Pierce County Office Building. Kathy, Jane White, Eugene Kittilson and Yvonne Kulow have agreed to be on this planning/development group. The objective for the formation of this group is to receive and analyze information about the potential for developing an ADRC to serve the citizens of Pierce County. This group consists of professional staff, consumers, and members ofboards or committees all of whom are stakeholders relative to the potential development of an ADRC.

The goal is to eliminate waiting lists in 5 years - over 100 eligible citizens are awaiting services in Pierce County today (of those 100 eligible citizens, 60 are adults), reduce reliance on nursing homes, enhance already existing services including information and assistance (I&A) but eliminate duplication between different agencies, and to provide better access, especially for the people with physical disabilities as there is no central place in the county to go for information. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

The Council viewed a video about the Barron County Aging and Disability Resource Center. Discussion and comments from Council members followed. This video will be available at the Office On Aging if anyone wishes to view it.

Election of Council On Aging President was held. A unanimous ballot was cast for Eugene Kittilson. Herbert Tschumperlin made a motion to approve, seconded by John Howard. Motion carried.

Council On Aging thanked Jim Hanson for his hard work and dedication to the Council. He will be greatly missed.

Council On Aging will also review the By-Laws and make any necessary updates as appropriate.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on July 25, 2006.

Herbert Tschumperlin made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Eugene Kittilson. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Tuesday August 1, 2006 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA PIE AND COFFEE

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL


STAFF REPORTS: 1. 2006 YTD Financial and Program Reports -Kathy Hass

2. Legal Service, Medicare Part D and Senior Care ReportJane White

OTHER REPORTS:

1. AAABoard

2. Update on Long Term Care Reform and the role of the West Central Wisconsin-Care Management Collaborative (WCW-CMC), and update on Aging and Disability Resource Center Development (ADRC).

OTHER BUSINESS:

1. Discuss and approve 2007 draft plan and budget


CC Brad Lawrence, Sandy Langer, Jamie Feuerhelm, Pierce County Herald, Mary Foley

Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff & Guests

Minutes


Meal Site Report



August 1, 2006

Vice President Myrna Larrabee called the meeting to order at 9:30a.m.

Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Yvonne Kulow, Myrna Larrabee, and Herbert Tschumperlin. Una Kannel, Eugene Kittilson, Ron Lockwood, Don Rohl and Diane Rhein were excused.

Office On Aging staff Kathy Hass and Jane White were present.

Minutes from the May 9, 2006, meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. Herbert Tschumperlin made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by John Howard. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office On Aging 2006 Financial and Program Report through June 2006. Kathy explained the programs that are available to people 60 years of age and older. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.


Jane White reported that as of May 21,2006, there were 632 Pierce County residents enrolled in SeniorCare. In one month's time, the number of Pierce County residents enrolled in SeniorCare increased by 72 people. The number of Pierce County residents also enrolled in a Medicare Part D plan (which was 2,828) increased by 389 people. According to the last 65+ Census that was taken, there were approximately 3,539 residents in Pierce County. As of June 30, 2006, there were approximately 79 residents possibly without any drug coverage. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Jane also reported that there are a number of people who are turning 65 years of age and/or people who are 65 years of age or older that are considering retiring and want to know what their options are for health coverage, prescription drug coverage and how soon should they apply for the coverage. Jane schedules an appointment for them to come in and it takes approximately 1 Yz - 2 hours to go through all of the information thoroughly in order to help the individuals understand what their options are. The amount of information that they receive is overwhelming and the individuals usually take the information home to review. They will usually call to schedule another appointment to see Jane so that they can reassure themselves that they understand all the information correctly in order for them to make their decision. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

AAA Report

Update on Long Term Care Reform, Care Management, and the Aging and Disability Resource Center

2007 Budget & 85.21 Transportation Grant

Next Meeting

Adjournment

There was no report at this time.

Kathy Hass reported that an Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Planning/Development Group met on May 30t\ June 13th and on June 2ih to explore the ideas and suggestions about the potential for developing an ADRC to serve the citizens of Pierce County. The meeting that was scheduled for August 8th was postponed until further notice due to the fact that there was to be an initial group meeting between the Pierce, Buffalo and Pepin County Departments of Human Services and Office on Aging to explore ideas around the concept of joining together into some level of regional Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC). One ofthe products of this meeting was to reschedule a followup meeting to further explore the potential benefits of partnering in the development of a joint ADRC with a physical presence in each of the counties.

The goal is to eliminate waiting lists in 5 years- over 100 eligible citizens are awaiting services in Pierce County today (of those 1 00 eligible citizens, 60 are adults), reduce reliance on nursing homes, enhance already existing services including information and assistance (I&A) but eliminate duplication between different agencies, and to provide better access, especially for the people with physical disabilities as there is no central place in the county to go for information. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Kathy Hass reviewed the 2007 budget being submitted to the county board for approval, and the 85.21 Transportation grant. The Office on Aging's budget will not be approved until the September 21, 2006, Human Service Board meeting and will reflect a possible cut of 15% from the County. However, a decrease of less than that will be requested. Kathy noted that a staffing change in the Office on Aging will result in a decrease of $6800.00, and some other expenses could be cut for another $4800.00. However, anything more that this will result in reduced services in either Transportation or Supportive Home Care. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Kathy also reviewed the 2007-2008 Goals and Objectives.

John Howard made a motion to approve the 85.21 Transportation grant and the 2007 Plan and Budget for the Pierce County Office On Aging, seconded by Patti Ingli. Motion carried with all in favor.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on October 10, 2006.

Yvonne Kulow made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Herbert Tschumperlin. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Tuesday October 10,2006 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA APPLE PIE AND COFFEE

9:30A.M.- PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 2007-2008 COUNTYPLANANDBUDGETFOROLDERPEOPLE AND THE 2007 82.21 TRANSPORTATION GRANT.

CALL TO ORDER OF COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING ROLLCALL READING AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM LAST MEETING

STAFF REPORTS: 1. 2006 YTD Financial and Program Reports, and update

on reporting changes for 2007. 2. Legal Service, Medicare Part D and Senior Care Report -

Jane White OTHER REPORTS:

1. AAA Board -Eugene Kittilson


OTHER BUSINESS: 1. Discuss replacing Council Member Herb Tschumperlin whose term is up

October of 2006. 2. Election of Officers for Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Secretary.



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff & Guests

Minutes

Public Hearing For 2007-2008 Plan & Budget

Financial & Program Reports & Reporting Requirements for 2007

Meal Site Report



October 10, 2006

Acting President Eugene Kittilson called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.

Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, Eugene Kittilson, Yvonne Kulow, Myrna Larrabee, Ron Lockwood, Don Rohl and Herbert Tschumperlin. John Howard, Patti Ingli, Una Kannel and Diane Rhein were excused.


Minutes from the August 1, 2006; meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. A suggestion was made by Corporate Counsel to edit the sentence regarding "the County's budget will not be approved until the September 21, 2006, Human Service Board meeting" to "The County's portion of the Office On Aging budget will not be approved until the September 21, 2006, Human Service Board meeting". Myrna Larrabee made a motion to change the sentence and approved the minutes, seconded by Ron Lockwood. Motion carried.

No comments received, therefore, no changes were made to the draft plan and budget, and the draft plan was approved as submitted.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office On Aging 2006 Financial and Program Report through September 2006. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.


Jane White reported that as of September 30, 2006, there were 708 Pierce County residents emolled in SeniorCare. Jane mentioned that if the SeniorCare program ends on June 30, 2007, those participants will have 63 days to emoll into Medicare Part D without a penalty.

Jane mentioned that effective September 1, 2006, Wisconsin Medicaid will enforce the previously published coordination of benefits policy for SeniorCare participants who are also emolled in Medicare Part D. Providers will be required to submit claims for SeniorCare participants who are emolled in a Medicare Part D PDP to the participant's PDP and other health insurance sources before submitting claims to SeniorCare. SeniorCare is the payer of last resort. This has caused a lot of confusion for the SeniorCare participants who are affected by this because they

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were not aware that they were auto-enrolled into a Medicare Part D PDP. Those that are affected can stay with the Medicare Part D PDP plan if they choose to do so, and for some, it will actually benefit them because their co-pays for their prescriptions will be less than what they pay for a co-pay under SeniorCare.

Jane also reported that in early August, due to a Medicare processing error, roughly 230,000 people received refunds for their drug plan or Medicare Advantage plan premiums in their August 2006 Social Security benefit checks or direct deposit. People whose plan premiums were mistakenly refunded will not lose any of their Medicare coverage. However, Medicare needs to re-collect the money that was refunded in error. There are three options or repayment:

1. Return the check by writing VOID on the face of the check and mail it to Medicare.

2. Send a personal check or money order for the amount of the overpayment to Medicare.

3. Have Medicare directly debit the overpayment amount from a personal bank account.

4. Request to pay in monthly installments over as many as seven months.

The number of Pierce County residents is unknown. However, Jane did report that she received 4 phone calls in regards to the issue.

Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Eugene Kittilson reported that he attended the 2-day meeting in Baraboo. There were 14 people coming off of the AAA board and 14 people inducted on to the AAA Board. It was an enjoyable experience- received and learned a lot of information and met some very interesting people.

Eugene attended the Senior Statesman held on September 15, 2006. He will be attending the reunion on October 25, 2006, at The Coachman Supper Club in Baldwin.

Eugene reported that Jim Hanson, former president of the Council On Aging, was asked to go on the Advisory Council for AAA.

Eugene also reported on the 2006-2008 Proposed Legislative Platform in regards to the State and Federal's priorities and issues. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Kathy Hass talked about what is the managed long-term care expansions initiative, why reform Wisconsin's long-term care system, and the implementation of the expansion.

Kathy mentioned that there are so many unknowns in regards to the funding of an ADRC that are being worked on and what other counties

are experiencing in trying to get an ADRC started.

There will be another meeting to be held on October 16, 2006, for the neighboring counties to report their suggestions and decisions. Pierce County is only a few month's away from knowing what will happen.

The goal is to eliminate waiting lists in 5 years - over 100 eligible citizens are awaiting services in Pierce County today (of those 1 00 eligible citizens, 60 are adults), reduce reliance on nursing homes, enhance already existing services including information and assistance (I&A) but eliminate duplication between different agencies, and to provide better access, especially for the people with physical disabilities as there is no central place in the county to go for information.


Election of Officers Herbert Tschumperlin' s second 3-year term is expired. He has a replacement in mind and will let Kathy Hass know who his replacement will be before the next meeting.

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Election of officers was held - nominations were made for Eugene Kittilson for President, Myrna Larrabee for Vice President, and Patti Ingli for Secretary. Ron Lockwood made a motion to close the nominations, seconded by Herbert Tschumperlin. Motion to approve made by Myrna Larrabee, seconded by Yvonne Kulow. Motion carried.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on January 9, 2007.

Myrna Larrabee made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Ron Lockwood. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Tuesday January 23, 2007 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

REVISED AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS: 1. 2006 YTD Financial and Program Reports - Kathy


OTHER REPORTS:

1. AAA Board- Eugene Kittilson


3. Discuss and approve resolutions to commit Pierce County to participating in managed long-term care reform, and to apply for funding from the Department Of Health And Family Services for development of an Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC).

OTHER BUSINESS

Note: "A quorum of County Board Supervisors maybe present".


Note: This agenda was revised at 8:00a.m. on January 22, 2006

Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff Present

Minutes


Meal Site Report



January 23, 2007

President Eugene Kittilson called the meeting to order at 9:30a.m.

Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Una Kannel, Eugene Kittilson, Yvonne Kulow, Myrna Larrabee, Ron Lockwood, Don Rohland Diane Rhein. James Robey was excused.

Office On Aging staff Kathy Hass was present. Jane White was excused.

Minutes from the October 10, 2006, meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. John Howard made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Una Kannel. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office On Aging 2006 Financial and Program Report through December 2006. Kathy reported that all grant money was spent. There is some carry-over funds coming for 2007 that will help as well as donation money that was received. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

The meal site report was distributed and Kathy Hass requested that the members post it at their meal sites. The number of Congregate meals are almost the exact amount for 2006 as in 2005. Home Delivered meals are down a little.

Kathy Hass reported in Jane White's absence that we still have not heard if SeniorCare will continue past June 30, 2007. There are currently 708 Pierce County residents enrolled in SeniorCare and ifthe program ends, those participants will have 63 days to enroll into Medicare Part D without a penalty.

Kathy also mentioned that Jane has been busy helping people disenroll from Medicare Advantage Plans because they were not happy being in them and wanted to return to Original Medicare with their Medicare Supplement policy. When they signed up for the Medicare Advantage Plan, they were unaware of how the plan truly works and that they are responsible for the co-pays and co-insurance at the time of service. Participants who enrolled into a Medicare Advantage Plan for the first time can disenroll within the first 12 months using their "trial period" and are able to return back to Original Medicare and their Medicare Supplement policy with no restrictions except for the diabetic mandate, which they will lose. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

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Update on Long Term Care Reform, Care Management, and the Aging and . Disability Resource Center

Eugene Kittilson reported that he attended the AAA Board meeting that was held on December 8th in Black River Falls. The next meeting will be held in March in LaCrosse. Eugene will be attending this next meeting and will be able to tour Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) there.

Eugene also reported that the Area Agency may be downsizing - 1 agency for Dane County, 1 agency for Milwaukee County, 1 agency for Indian Nations and 1 agency for the remaining 70 counties in the state.

Tuesday, February 6th from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., CWAG will be hosting a free Family Care Consumer Corp Training at the Sleep Inn and Suites Conference Center, which is located at the intersection State Road 29 and County Highway T, in Eau Claire, WI -- lunch and training materials will also be provided at no cost. The training will focus on options for long-term care for older people and people with disabilities through the implementation of the Family Care Program within the nine county West Central Wisconsin - Care Management Collaborative (Barron, Chippewa, Clark, Dunn, Eau Claire, Pepin, Pierce, Polk, and St. Croix). The training will educate attendees on issues involved in implementing Wisconsin's Family Care long-term care delivery system and help mobilize them to provide input into the implementation process. In addition to raising awareness of critical issues, this training session will work toward the creation of an on-going means of educating and motivating older people and people with disabilities to provide consumer input into the new Family Care system. Eugene Kittilson and John Howard will be attending this training.

Reggis Bicha, Director of Human Services, reported that for the past 18 months, Pierce County has been working with 8 other counties in regards to Long Term Care Reform. Managed Care facilities will be statewide within the next 5 years. Pierce County is ready to move forward with the Managed Care Organization- Implementation Plan (Private MCO), along with other counties (St. Croix, Pierce, Dunn, Chippewa and Eau Claire) and would no longer provide long term care for adults with physical or developmental disabilities or the frail elderly. The State of Wisconsin would contract directly with a private vendor for long term care services, with no involvement from the County, but the County would still be responsible for determining eligibility for services with stafflocated in the Aging and Disability Resource Center. Under this plan, community-based long term care would become an entitlement for all eligible citizens - implementation of this option would end waitlist for adults with disabilities in the county. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Discuss and Approve Resolutions to Commit Pierce County to Participate in Managed Long Term Care Reform and Apply For Funding from DHFS

Next Meeting

Adjournment

Myrna Larraoee made a motion to approve two resolutions and forward to the County Board with a recommendation for approval, the first to commit Pierce County to participate in Managed Long-Term Care Reform, and the second to apply for funding from the Department of Health and Family Services for Development of an Aging and Disability Resource Center. Seconded by Patti Ingli. Motion carried with all in favor.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on March 13, 2007 at 9:30am.

Una Kannel made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Patti lngli. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Tuesday March 13, 2007 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS: 1. 2007 YTD Financial and Program Reports -Kathy


OTHER REPORTS:

1. AAA Board -Eugene Kittilson


OTHER BUSINESS



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff

Minutes



March 13, 2007


Members present were: Mary Jane Grebner, Patti Ingli, Una Kannel, Eugene Kittilson, Yvonne Kulow, Myrna Larrabee, Ron Lockwood and Don Rohl. Charlotte Bowen, John Howard, Diane Rhein and James Robey were excused.


Minutes from the January 23, 2007 meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Don Rohl. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office On Aging 2006 Annual Report. Kathy reported that all grant money was spent. There are some carry-over funds coming for 2007 that will help as well as donation money that was received.

Kathy also reviewed the Office On Aging 2007 Financial and Program Report through February 2007. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Meal Site Report The meal site report was distributed and Kathy Hass requested that the members post it at their meal sites.

Legal Service Report Jane White reported that we still have not heard if SeniorCare will continue past June 30, 2007. But after numerous press releases from the Representatives of Wisconsin the continuation of SeniorCare does not look hopeful. If the program does end on June 30, 2007, the Seniors will be allowed a Special Enrollment Period and the opportunity to enroll into a Medicare Part D within 63 days without a penalty. There are currently 693 Pierce County residents enrolled in SeniorCare.

Jane mentioned that a press release will be placed in the Senior Citizens Newsletter, The Shopper and The Pierce County Herald stating that the seniors should begin exploring their options now for prescription drug coverage, but that there is ample time before any final decisions need to be made. The press release lists resources that are available to the seniors to help them compare the Medicare Part D plans, in particular, a prescription drug list worksheet that the seniors may fill out, bring it to Jane, have Jane run their prescriptions through Medicare's electronic web tool that is designed to help seniors compare the Medicare Part D plans. Jane will send them the results to review and if needed, they may schedule an appointment to come in and have Jane go through it with them. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

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Next Meeting

Adjournment

Jane also mentioned that the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups District 6 meeting will be held on April20, 2007, from 9:00a.m. to 2:45p.m. at the River Falls Library. The cost is $7.00 and includes coffee break items and lunch. Anyone is welcome to attend, but would need to RSVP by April 10, 2007. Registration forms are available at the Office On Aging. Featured presentation will be on the "Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Development update" and "Long-Term Care Update".

Eugene Kittilson reported that he will be attending the next AAA Board meeting on March 16, 2007 in Tomah. He will be able to give an update at the next Council on Aging meeting.

Kathy Hass reported that on February 27, 2007, the County Board Supervisors had their first reading for the two resolutions for consideration -- the first to commit Pierce County to patiicipate in Managed Long-Term Care Reform, and the second to apply for funding from the Department of Health and Family Services for Development of an Aging and Disability Resource Center. The second reading of the County Board Resolution will be March 27, 2007.

After the County Board passes the resolutions to participate in Managed Long-Term Care and to develop an Aging and Disability Resource Center, the State will release Requests for Proposals (RFP) to be prepared by Care Management Organizations for Medicaid Complete Managed Care, and by counties for the development of an Aging and Disability Resource Center.


The next meeting of this committee will be held on May 15, 2007 at 9:30am.

Una Kannel made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Yvonne Kulow. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Tuesday May 15, 2007 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA


STAFF REPORTS: 1. 2007 YTD Financial and Program Reports

2. Legal Service, Medicare Part D and Senior Care Report

OTHER REPORTS:

1. AAA Board and CW AG District 6 Meeting reports -Eugene Kittilson.

2. Update on Long Term Care Reform and the role of the West Central Wisconsin-Care Management Collaborative (WCW-CMC), and update on Aging and Disability Resource Center Development (ADRC). - Chuck Balzer

OTHER BUSINESS



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff

Minutes


Meal Site Report


AAAReport


May 15,2007


Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, Patti Ingli, Eugene Kittilson, Myrna Larrabee, James Robey and Don Rohl. John Howard, Una Kannel, Yvom1e Kulow, Ron Lockwood and Diane Rhein were excused.


Minutes from the March 13, 2007 meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. Don Rohl made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Patti Ingli. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office On Aging 2007 Financial and Program Report through April2007. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.


Jane White reported that SeniorCare will end on December 31, 2007. Starting January 1, 2008, a new program called WisconsinCare will be launched to help seniors and people with disabilities afford the medicine they need without all the complications of Medicare Part D and without the dreaded "donut hole". Jane explained the eligibility requirements and felt that WisconsinCare would benefit more Wisconsin residents than SeniorCare did because of the expanded eligibility requirements for the Medicare Savings Program for all Medicare beneficiaries. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Jane also mentioned that the Senior Farmer's Market Nutrition program is no longer a State/Grant ran program per Melissa Wyss from WestCap. It will now be funded through the USDA and with that comes more guidelines and rules that need to be followed which Jane explained. As a result of these new guidelines and rules, the Office On Aging will no longer be able to provide the vouchers to Pierce County residents. Instead the residents will need to visit one of the four Senior Citizen Centers that Melissa will be at to complete an application in order to receive the vouchers. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Eugene Kittilson reported that he attended the AAA Board meeting which was held on March 16, 2007 in Tomah. Eugene mentioned that there is a possibility that the Area Agency may be downsizing from six to four- 1 agency for Dane County, 1 agency for Milwaukee County, 1 agency for Indian Nations and 1 agency for the remaining 70 counties in


Next Meeting

Adjournment

the state. There was also discussion on Long Term Care Reform. The next AAA Board meeting will be held in Baraboo on June 14th and June 15th.

Eugene attended the Coalition of Wisconsin Aging Groups District 6 meeting that was held on April20, 2007, at the River Falls Library along with Myrna Larrabee and Jane White. The topics were AAA insurance, the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Development Update, the Long Term Care Update, Tips for Preparing for a Pandemic. Senator Sheila Harsdorf, Representative Kitty Rhoades and Representative Jeff Smith were available for questions/answers. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Chuck Balzer, the Long Term Support Program Manager for Pierce County, reported that the two resolutions relative to Long Term Care received a second reading before the County Board in March and were approved. The two resolutions for consideration were -- first to commit Pierce County to participate in Managed Long-Term Care Reform, and second to apply for funding from the Department of Health and Family Services for Development of an Aging and Disability Resource Center.

Now that the Pierce County Board passed the resolutions to participate in Managed Long-Term Care and to develop an Aging and Disability Resource Center, the State will release Requests for Proposals (RFP) to be prepared by Care Management Organizations for Medicaid Complete Managed Care, and by counties for the development of an Aging and Disability Resource Center.

Location and space needs will need to be addressed by the Depmiment of Human Services, the Human Services Board and the Building Committee, if the county moves forward. There would be a need for a reception and waiting area with an estimated initial space need of 1500 square feet. As the ADRC grows and Pierce County residents become more involved with the ADRC, it is projected that the Economic Support unit will see an expansion in work volume and space needs would grow to 2000 square feet of office space. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on July 17, 2007 at 9:30 am.

Mary Jane Grebner made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Don Rohl. Motion carried.



DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Tuesday July 17, 2007 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA




OTHER REPORTS:

1. AAA Board report- Eugene Kittilson.

2. Update on Long Term Care Reform and update on Aging and Disability Resource Center Development (ADRC).

3. Notice of Journalism Award to be presented to Matthew Perenchio from the Prescott Journal.

OTHER BUSINESS

1. Preliminary 2008 budget allocations and discussion

2. First reading of change to Article IV Section 1 of the Council on Aging by-laws.


CC Brad Lawrence, Sandy Langer, Jamie Feuerhelm, Pierce County Herald, Mary F?ley

Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff

Minutes


Meal Site Report



July 17, 2007


Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Eugene Kittilson, Myrna Larrabee, Ron Lockwood, James Robey and Don Rohl. Una Kannel, Yvonne Kulow, and Diane Rhein were excused.


Minutes from the May 15, 2007 meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. Myrna Larrabee made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Don Rohl. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office On Aging 2007 Financial and Program Report through June 2007. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.


Jane White reported that SeniorCare lives on and that the waiver has been extended through December 31, 2009. The WisconsCare program that was to be launched and replace SeniorCare on January 1, 2008, will no longer be available. WisconsinCare, in all reality, would have been better for some seniors because the program does not have an asset limit and if a senior's income was less than $14,294/individual or $19, 166/couple, Wisconsin Care would pay for their Medicare Part B premium (currently $93.50 per month), Medicare Part A and Part B deductibles and coinsurance, along with Medicare Part D premiums, deductibles, and drug costs in the "donut hole" and a co-pay of $2 for generic drugs and $5 for brand name drugs. If their income was slightly higher where the senior would be placed in Level2 of the WisconsinCare program, they would still benefit from the program because it would pay for the Medicare Part B premium, along with Medicare Part D premiums, deductibles, and drug costs in the "donut hole" and a co-pay of $2 for generic drugs and $5 for brand name drugs. To be eligible to receive these types of benefits under the Medicare Savings Program (also know as QMB/SLMB) there is an asset limit of $4000/individual or $6000/couple.

Jane also reported that on June 22nd, a "Voluntary Pledge of Compliance" affecting seven Medicare Advantage Private-Fee-For- Service (PFFS) plans went into effect. The affected plans have agreed to suspend all marketing guidance until the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services determines they are in compliance with the Medicare Advantage program regulations. The seven plans are: Humana, United Healthcare, Wellcare, Universal American Financial Corporation, Coventry, Sterling, and Blue

AAA Report


Cross/Blue Shield of Tennessee. The "Voluntary Pledge of Compliance" consists of:

• No commissions to agents/brokers during the suspension. • A plan's customer service staff (non-sales or marketing staff) may

provide information about the org~nization's PFFS plans that does not include an enrollment form if the beneficiary initiates the call. The customer service representative must direct the beneficiary to Medicare in order to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan.

• No advertising or marketing ofPFFS plans after June 2211d, even if

it's part of an ongoing contract. This includes mailings, brochures and similar marketing materials, marketing materials that bundle PFFS plan information with information on other products, media and print advertising.

• Appointments and events (such as health fairs) scheduled for dates later than June 2211

d must be cancelled.

Jane also mentioned that CMS is in the process of reconciling Medicare Part C and Part D premiums owed and paid for prescription drug coverage in 2006. As part of these efforts, CMS recently forwarded to Social Security Administration (SSA) a large number of transactions to release Medicare Part C and/or Part D premiums withheld from beneficiaries' Social Security checks in 2006. A total of about 92,000 beneficiaries should receive a notice within the next week informing them ofthe upcoming refunds of the premiums withheld from their Social Security checks during the year 2006.


The last AAA board meeting was held onJune 14th and 15th in Baraboo, however, Eugene was not able to attend. The next AAAmeeting is to be held in Madison on September 14th_

CW AG's 30th Annual Convention will be held on July 19111 and 20111 at the Holiday Inn in Stevens Point. It consists oftwo full days packed vvitl1 valuable information for anyone involved in senior issues. This event is open to the public.

Chuck Balzer, the Long Term Support Program Manager for Pierce County, reported that the Requests for Proposals (RFP) to be prepared by Care Management Organizations for Medicaid Complete Managed Care, and by counties for the development of an Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) were due to the State on July 13th. We will know if those RFP's will be accepted by August 15th_ Ifthe RFP's are accepted, then a public announcement will be made on August 25th. The ADRC must be established 2 months prior to the start of implementation of services under Care Management for Pierce County on March 1, 2008. The ADRC for Pierce County must be up and running effective January 1, 2008. On March 1, 2008, Pierce County will start implementation with the Elderly first, followed by the Physically Disabled and then the Developmentally Disabled.

Notice of Journalism Award

Preliminary 2008 Budget

First Reading of Change to Article IV Section 1 of the Council on Aging By-Laws

Next Meeting

Adjournment

In order to move forward with the development of the ADRC and the implementation of services, the two resolutions that were previously passed need to go before the County Board members once again for a first and second reading.

Location and space needs will still need to be addressed by the Department of Human Services, the Human Services Board and the Building Committee, if the county moves forward. There would be a need for a reception and waiting area with an estimated initial space need of 1500 square feet. As the ADRC grows and Pierce County residents become more involved with the ADRC, it is projected that the Economic Support unit will see an expansion in work volume and space needs would grow to 2000 square feet of office space. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Eugene Kittleson reported that he attended Prescott's "Club 60" meal on July 11 111 at which time he presented a Journalism Award, a certificate and a plaque honoring Matthew Perenchio, from the Prescott Journal. Accepting on behalf of Matthew Perenchio was Gary Rawn, President and Publisher of the Prescott Journal. Gary was honored to accept the award. Eugene mentioned that there were four entries from Pierce County for the Journalism Award and Matthew Perenchio received two of the awards.

Kathy Hass reviewed the preliminary 2007 Actual/2008 Projections Budget. The proposed 2008 budget will be reviewed by the Council on Aging at our next meeting. If approved, Kathy will submit the 2008 budget to the Human Services Board for approval.

A first reading to change Article IV Section 1 of the Council on Aging By-Laws was proposed by Kathy Hass. The proposed change was to the wording of the first sentence from, "The Council shall ordinarily meet on the fourth Monday of January, March, May, July, September and November." to "The Council shall ordinarily meet six times a year in January, March, May, July, September and November."

A second reading before the Council on Aging Committee will be August 28, 2007.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on August 28, 2007 at 9:30am.

Don Rohl made a motion to adjourn, seconded by John Howard. Motion carried.


COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING NOTICE DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Tuesday August 28,2007 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1 -PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA

CALL TO ORDER OF COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING ROLLCALL READ AND TAKE ACTION TO APPROVE MINUTES FROM LAST MEETING



OTHER REPORTS:



OTHER BUSINESS

1. Discuss and take action to support the ADRC application and send a letter of support to be included in the application.

2. Second reading of change to Article IV Section 1 of the Council on Aging by-laws that deals with when the Council shall ordinarily meet. Discuss and take action to make change.

3. Discuss and take action on the 2008 budget approval and recommendation to the Human Service Board.

4. Discuss and take action to approve 2008 required goals and objectives.



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff

Minutes



AAAReport


August 28, 2007


Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, John Howard, Patti Ingli, Una Kannel, Eugene Kittilson, Yvonne Kulow, James Robey and Don Rohl. Myrna Larrabee, Ron Lockwood and Diane Rhein were excused.


Minutes from the July 17, 2007 meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. Don Rohl made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Una Kannel. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office On Aging 2007 Financial and Program Report through July 2007. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Jane White reported that there are 637 Pierce County residents enrolled in the SeniorCare Program, Wisconsin's Prescription Drug Program for the Elderly. There has been a decrease in the number of enrollees since January 1st by 56 residents- that's an 8% decrease. This may be a result of the residents who are low-income and in Level 1 of SeniorCare understanding that Medicare Part D is a better option for them. Under Medicare Part D, they do not have to pay a monthly premium, they do not have to pay a deductible and they are not subject to the donut hole. Their co-pays for their prescriptions are $1 for generics and $3 for brand name drugs. Compared to SeniorCare, they pay a $30 enrollment fee and the co-pays for their prescriptions are $5 for generics and $15 for brand name drugs - being in SeniorCare would cost them more.

Jane also explained the procedures for comparing the 54 Medicare Part D plans that are available to Wisconsin residents. Medicare has an electronic web tool that Jane can access and enters in the person's prescription drug name, the dosage and the quantity for a month's supply. Based off of the information that Jane has provided the web tool, the 5 least expensive Medicare Part D plans available are displayed with an estimated yearly expense. Jane then discusses this information with the client paying special attention to whether or not the plans listed cover all of the client's prescriptions and if the prescriptions are subject to any restrictions such as prior authorization, quantity limits or step therapy. Based off of the information that Jane has provided them, the client can then make a decision as to which Medicare Part D plan they would like to enroll in. The average time to complete this consult for a client is 1 hour.


Eugene Kittilson reported that the next AAA board meeting will be held on September 14th in Madison and plans on attending it. He will give us


Second Reading of Change to Article IV Section 1 of the Council on Aging By-Laws

2008 Budget, Goals and Objectives

Next Meeting

Adjournment

an update at our next Council On Aging meeting.

Chuck Balzer, the Long Term Support Program Manager for Pierce County, reported that the application for the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) has been written and will be submitted. The ADRC Staffing plan, the Organizational Chart, and the ADRC Budget - Personnel Worksheet were presented mentioning that Kathy Hass would be the Aging & ADRC Director. In addition to the Elderly Benefit Specialist position, there will be three new positions in the ADRC- the Disability Benefit Specialist and two Information and Assistance Specialists.


Eugene Kittleson asked for the Council's approval to support the ADRC application and a letter of support to be included with the application. Yvonne Kulow made a motion to approve the ADRC application and letter of support, seconded by John Howard. Motion carried.

A second reading to change Article IV Section 1 of the Council on Aging By-Laws was proposed by Kathy Hass. The proposed change was to the wording of the first sentence from, "The Council shall ordinarily meet on the fourth Monday of January, March, May, July, September and November." to "The Council shall ordinarily ·meet six times a year in January, March, May, July, September and November." Una Kannel made a motion to approve the change to Article IV Section 1 as mentioned, seconded by Don Rohl. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the preliminary 2008 budget being submitted to the Human Services Board for approvaL Kathy mentioned that the 2008 budget that is being submitted is the same as the 2007 budget. If the Office On Aging is asked to cut additional expenses, it will result in reduced services in either Title IIIB Services (chore service & transportation) or Congregate/Home Delivered Meals.

Kathy also reviewed the 2007-2008 Goals and Objectives addressing transportation coordination and emergency preparedness. Discussion and comments from Council members followed. Don Rohl made a motion to approve the 2008 budget, goals and objective_s for the Pierce County Office On Aging, seconded by John Howard. Motion carried with all in favor.

The next meeting of this committee will be held on November 14, 2007 at 10:30 am at the Prescott Senior Center.

Una Kannel made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Yvonne Kulow. Motion carried.


COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING NOTICE DATE: TIME: PLACE:

Wednesday November 14, 2007 9:30a.m. MEETING ROOM 1- PIERCE COUNTY OFFICE BLDG (ENTER BUILDING FROM EAST PARKING LOT)

AGENDA

CALL TO ORDER OF COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING

ROLLCALL

READ AND TAKE ACTION TO APPROVE MINUTES FROM THE 8-28-07 MEETING



OTHER REPORTS:



OTHER BUSINESS

1. Discuss and take action on the formation of a ADRC Advisory Committee that will replace the Council on Aging and the Long Term Support Advisory Committee. This recommendation will be sent to the Human Service Board for approval, then to the full County Board for approval.



Call to Order

Roll Call

Staff

Minutes



AAAReport


November 14,2007


Members present were: Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, John Howard, Eugene Kittilson, Yvonne Kulow and James Robey. Patti Ingli, Una Kannel, Myrna Larrabee, Ron Lockwood, and Don Rohl were excused.


Minutes from the August 28, 2007 meeting were mailed to the Council Members for their review. John Howard made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Charlotte Bowen. Motion carried.

Kathy Hass reviewed the Office On Aging 2007 Financial and Program Report through October 2007. Discussion and comments from Council members followed.

Jane White reported that Medicare Part D's Annual Election Period starts tomorrow and will go until December 31st_ During this time, a person on Medicare Part D or a Medicare Advantage Plan can make changes if they are not happy with the plan that they are currently with. There are 57 Medicare Part D plans and 49 Medicare Advantage Plans that people can choose from which makes comparison difficult. Jane mentioned that the Medicare Part D Low Cost plans for someone who is on Medicare and Medicaid will change for 2008 and for some the plan that was chosen for them may not be the best plan. Jane stated that for a gentleman that she had just helped, the plan that he would be automatically enrolled in for 2008 would cost him approximately $1200 out-of-pocket rather than going with another low cost plan that would only cost him $151 out-ofpocket.

Jane also mentioned that if a person is enrolled in SeniorCare and is in Level 2b or Level 3, they are permitted to enroll in a Medicare Part D plan at any time under a rule known as the State Pharmacy Assistance Program Special Enrollment Period (SP AP SEP). Level 2b and 3 participants who wish to enroll in a Part D plan now should select a plan, and then enroll in that plan by enrolling on Medicare's website, contacting the plan directly or by calling 1-800-MEDICARE.


Eugene Kittilson reported that he attended the AAA board meeting that was held in Madison and there was talk again about downsizing the Area Agency's from six to four-- 1 agency for Dane County, 1 agency for Milwaukee County, 1 agency for Indian Nations and 1 agency for the remaining 70 counties in the state.

Eugene also attended the Regional Caregiver's Conference that was held


Formation of an ADRC Advisory Committee

in River Falls along' with Jane White. It was a wonderful conference and was definitely worth his time. Eugene strongly suggests that everyone attend it next year if possible.

Eugene did not attend the Senior Statesman Reunion which was held in Eau Claire.

Kathy Hass reported that the application for the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) was submitted on September 1, 2007. She will be attending a conference call tomorrow in regards to the application that was submitted and whether or not the application will be accepted in order for Pierce County to move forward with the ADRC. If the application is accepted, the ADRC will tentatively start functioning on May 1, 2008, and then Managed Care would tentatively start on July 1, 2008. The Office On Aging would be renamed to the Pierce County Aging and Disability Resource Center. There will be three new positions in the ADRC -a Disability Benefit Specialist and two Information and Assistance Specialists.


Kathy Hass reported that a formation of an ADRC Advisory Committee will need to take place and this Advisory Committee will replace the Long Term Support Committee (which has now been dissolved) and the Council On Aging Committee.

The Council On Aging will recommend to the Human Services Board that the Council On Aging be dissolved at the end of 2007 and an 11 person ADRC Advisory Committee be created. The recommended composition of the ADRC Advisory Committee is as follows:

• 6 of the existing Council On Aging members - Charlotte Bowen, Mary Jane Grebner, John Howard, Eugene Kittilson, Yvonne Kulow, and Jim Robey.

• 3 members with physical or developmental disabilities or their family members, guardians or other advocates.

• 2 County Board members (one from the Council On Aging and one from the Long Term Support Committee)- Don Rohland Jeff Holst.

• Initially 3 members shall serve a term of 1 year, 4 members shall serve a term of 2 years and 4 members shall serve a term of 3 years. Thereafter, all members shall serve a term of 3 years from the 3rd Tuesday of April and until their respective successors are appointed and qualified. No member may serve more than 2 consecutive 3-year terms. Any vacancy shall be filled for the unexpired term in the same manner as the original appointment.


Eugene Kittleson asked for the Council's approval to support the formation of an ADRC Advisory Committee. John Howard made a motion to approve the ADRC Advisory Committee, seconded by Mary Jane Grebner. Motion carried.

Adjournment Yvonne Kulow made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Mary Jane Grebner. Motion carried.


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