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older adults and their

families by providing

diverse programs, social

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

October 2012,Vol.29 No.10

In This Month’s Issue.

Services 2

Case Manager Info 3-4

Nutrition 5

Community/Center News 6

Support Groups 7

Commission On Aging 11

Community News/Info 11

Ongoing Events/Classes 12

Monthly Highlights 13

Activity Calendar 14

Menu Calendar 15

Flu Shot Clinic Friday October 5, 2012 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM Medicare B and Medicaid accepted. You must be symptom free to receive a flu shot.

After you receive your flu shot, join us for a brat! Brat Fest Fundraiser and Accordion Music With John Beutel Friday October 5 Noon to 1:00 PM

Enjoy your brat dinner here at the Center, or we will be delivering in the City of Stoughton or within a five mile radius for orders of six baskets or more. Our form must be faxed to 608-873-8162 or dropped off at the Stoughton Area Senior Center no later than Friday, October 5th at 9:00 AM. Single Brat basket with chips and soda: $4.00 Double Brat Basket (2 brats) with a soda and chips: $6.00 Come Celebrate October with us!

Annual Pool

Tournament

Held on 8/31/12 Stoughton Senior Center Seniors

vs Stoughton Varsity Football Players

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Case Management Stoughton, Towns of Albion & Dunkirk The Case Management program links older adults with services available to help them remain as independent as possible in their homes and community. Our Senior Center’s case managers are devoted to coordinating, evaluating and advocating for such services to meet each individual’s needs and preferences. Call 873-8585 to schedule an appointment. If you live in Dunn, Pleasant Springs or Rutland case management services are provided by the McFarland Senior Outreach, (608) 838-7117.

Transportation: General Stoughton City Cab/Lift Equipped Van Contact: 873-7233 RSVP Driver Program Donation-based transportation for medical appointments; 48 hour notice recommended. Contact: Richard Hoffman 873-6112 between the hours of 9AM and 4PM

Meal Site & Shopping Transit Solutions Inc./Lift Equipped Van Call 873-8585 to make a reservation: • Stoughton Area Senior Center Meal Site Ride to noon lunch, Monday - Friday Cost $.50 each way • Tuesday thru Friday Grocery Shopping Ride to Pick & Save/Walmart in Stoughton Time: 10:00 AM & 11:30 AM; Cost: $1.00/way • Mall Shopping, 2nd & 4th Fridays $1.50/way Trips rotate between various malls in Madison: See Activity Calendar for monthly locations. Time: 9:30 AM home pick up; 1:15 PM return.

Equipment Loan Closet Equipment such as wheelchairs, commodes, walkers and other items may be checked out on a short-term basis to those residing in our case management service area (Stoughton, Town of Albion and Town of Dunkirk). Call or stop in for details. Monetary donations accepted.

Nutrition Programs Meals are served at the Center or delivered to homebound individuals every weekday. Please see page 5 for details on the nutrition meal site and home delivered meals service.

Veterans Assistance A representative is available on Fridays at the Stoughton Area Senior Center . Please call (608) 266-4158 to schedule an appointment.

Experience Works Unemployed individuals 55 and over with low income who are seeking employment or job training. Call 608-646-0409 for information.

Blood Pressure Readings No appointments needed 2nd Monday of the month, 10:00 -11:00 AM Last Thursday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM &1/2 hour before Bingo days

Foot Care Clinic Offered third full week of the month Monday, 12:30 - 3:30 PM Tuesday, 8:30 AM -11:30 AM Call 873-8585 for an appointment. Cost $15. For Diabetic Foot Care Appointments: $25 Tuesdays 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM at our Center

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

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

Food Pantry • Medical • Housing • Financial

Mental Health • Home Health • Respite Fitness/Wellness • Care Facilities

For further assistance, please call the Senior Center (608) 873-8585

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Breast Cancer

Advances In Focus Excerpts reprinted by permis-sion from National Cancer Insti-tute. For full article, go to http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/cancer-advances-in-focus/breast

Yesterday ! In 1975, the incidence rate for female

breast cancer in the United States was 105 new cases diagnosed for every 100,000 women in the population; the mortality rate was 31 deaths for every 100,000 women.

! Among women diagnosed with breast cancer during the period from 1975 through 1977, about 75% survived their disease at least 5 years. Among white women, the 5-year relative survival rate was 76%; among African American women, it was 62%.

! Mastectomy was the only accepted surgical option for breast cancer treat-ment.

Today ! In 2007, the latest year for which we have

updated statistics, the U.S. incidence rate for female breast cancer was approxi-mately 125 new cases diagnosed for every 100,000 women in the population; the mortality rate was approximately 23 deaths for every 100,000 women.

! Among women diagnosed with breast cancer during the period from 1999 through 2006, 90% were expected to survive their disease at least 5 years. Among white women, the 5-year relative survival rate was 91%; among African American women, it was 78%. The in-crease in breast cancer survival seen since the mid-1970s has been attributed to both screening and improved treatment.

! Breast-conserving surgery (lumpectomy)

followed by local radiation therapy has re-placed mastectomy as the preferred surgi-cal approach for treating early-stage breast cancer.

! Routine mammographic screening is an accepted standard for the early detection of breast cancer

! Combination chemotherapy is a standard of care in the adjuvant treatment of oper-able breast cancer. The goal of this sys-temic therapy is to eradicate cancer cells that may have spread beyond the breast. A range of Hormonal therapies are now standard in treatment. A wealth of new scientific advancements in the area of genes and gene mutation form the basis for risk reduction therapies.

Tomorrow

! We will use our rapidly increasing knowl-edge in the fields of cancer genomics and cell biology to develop more effective and less toxic treatments for breast cancer and to improve our ability to identify cancers that are more likely to recur. Moreover, we will use this knowledge to tailor breast cancer therapy to the individual patient. For example, gene expression analysis has led to the identification of five sub-types of breast cancer that have distinct biological features, clinical outcomes, and responses to chemotherapy. This knowl-edge can be exploited in the development of treatment strategies based on the spe-cific characteristics of a woman’s tumor.

! We will use our increasing knowledge of

the immune system to enhance the body’s

ability to recognize and destroy cancer

cells. The knowledge we have acquired

thus far has facilitated the development of

several promising breast cancer treatment

vaccines that are currently under clinical

evaluation.

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Mammograms Since 2011, Medicare has added a range of preventive health services, including mammograms. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers:

• Screening Mammogram: Covered once every 12 months (11 full months must have passed since the last screening) ! Diagnostic Mammogram: Covered when

medically necessary

Eligibility:

• Women with Medicare 40 or older are covered ! Women with Medicare between 35—39 can

get one baseline mammogram

Your costs in Original Medicare Screening Mammogram: You pay nothing for the test if the doctor accepts assignment Diagnostic Mammo-gram: You pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount. Go to www.Medicare.gov for more information on free preventive health services!

Medicare Part D Open Enrollment October 15-December 7, 2012 Medicare Part D enrollment will run October 15 thru December 7, 2012. Older adults can get counseling and enroll through the assistance of the case managers at the Stoughton Senior Center. Additionally, we have trained volunteers who will also be assisting us with the search and enrollment process. Please call us at 873-8585 at the Stoughton Senior Center for any of your Medicare Part D questions. The Dane County Elder Benefit Specialists can also assist with Medicare Part D questions and enrollment. Call them 608-221-6102 or 608-221-6129 for more information. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Health Checkups for Women Limited insurance? None at all? Your health is too important to let a lack of

coverage keep you from vital health checkups,

especially when it comes to early detection.

Choose from more than 25 area clinics for your

next breast exam, mammogram or Pap test.

It’s all free. Every woman deserves health care.

Qualifying is easy. Call 608-242-6392; website

address, www.wellwomandanecounty.org.

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It’s Ok. We Provide I&A.

It’s no secret –the aging population is on the rise, people are living longer, and financial, physical and mental needs are becoming more pro-nounced and diverse. Anyone coping with, or caring for someone with a chronic condition or frailty knows this is not an easy card to be dealt.

Fortunately, you are not alone. The Stoughton community has a large variety of resources, and the Stoughton Area Senior Center serves as a clearinghouse for them. It’s what we call Information & Assistance (I&A).!!

I&A has many forms: direct contact with staff, newsletter & website, educational events, health screens, support groups, equipment loan closet, computer lab and as space for other agencies to provide preventive community services. Whether you want to be proactive in facing what’s around the corner or feel overwhelmed with a current need, contacting your Senior Center is an important first step.


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NUTRITION PROGRAM

INFORMATION All meals are provided by

Dane County through Consolidated Food Services. They are packaged, delivered and served by Senior Center volunteers. If you have special dietary needs, please call and talk with Lisa regarding your meal options. Nutrition Site: The Senior Center serves lunch every weekday at 12:00 PM. See menu page 15. Home Delivered Meals: Meal delivery is available to homebound older adults in the Stoughton Area School District every weekday. Cost of Meals : Individuals 60 years or older pay by donation. The minimum suggested donation is $3.00/meal. Individuals under the age of 60 must pay the total cost of the meal. Meal Site: $6.15 Delivered Meal: $6.40. Please be reminded that cancellations and reservations should be made by 1:00pm the previous working day. Any cancellations made on the day of, are still subject to payment to the county.

It’s Pumpkin Time! The bright orange color of pumpkin is a dead giveaway that pumpkin is loaded with an important antioxidant, beta-carotene. Beta-carotene is one of the plant carotenoids converted to vitamin A in the body. Current research indicates that a diet rich in foods containing beta-carotene may reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancer and offers protection against heart disease, as well as some degenerative aspects of aging. *article provided by University of Illinois Extension*

Mini Pumpkin Whoopie Pies Cookies: 2 cups all purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground ginger ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup butter, softened 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar 2 large eggs, room temp. lightly beaten 1 cup 100% pure pumpkin 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease or use parchment paper on 4 baking sheets. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger and salt in medium bowl. Beat butter and sugar in large bowl on medium speed for 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Add pumpkin and vanilla extract; beat until smooth. Stir in flour mixture until combined. Drop by heaping measuring teaspoons onto prepared baking sheets. 72 cookies are needed. Bake for 10-13 minutes or until springy to the touch. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes; remove to wire racks and cool completely. Cream cheese filling: 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature 6 tablespoons softened butter ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 ½ cups powdered sugar Beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla extract in a small mixer bowl on medium until fluffy. Gradually beat in powered sugar until light and fluffy. Spread a heaping teaspoon of filling onto flat side of one cookie; top with flat side of second cookie to make a sandwich. Repeat with remaining cookies and filling. Store in covered container in refrigerator. Makes 3 dozen mini pies.

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“Only Leaves Should Fall” Falls Prevention Seminar Tuesday, October 2, 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Fitchburg Senior Center 5510 Lacy The Safe Communities Falls Prevention Task Force invites area seniors to a special workshop. Falls are a major threat to an older adult’s independence, and in most cases they are preventable. This workshop will discuss and show participants actions that they can take to prevent falls. The cost for the workshop is $8.00, including a delicious lunch and a door prize for all. To register, call the Fitchburg Senior Center at 270-4290, or email [email protected]

“Have you heard? Prevention is the best medicine.” Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation Grapevine Project Presents: Breast Cancer The goal is to help women and their families reach their healthiest potential and become advocates for their own health and improve the overall quality of life for women and their families. One of the ways the WWHF works to accomplish these goals is by providing programs that focus on education, prevention, and early detection. They will provide the following presentation at the Stoughton Senior Center October 25 @ 1:00 PM. Breast Cancer Information: Women receive information on breast cancer, learn how to perform breast exams, and how to identify lumps in the breast model. Breast exam shower cards, loofahs, and shower gels will be given. Sign up at 873-8585.

Live Better with Diabetes Living with diabetes can mean a constant struggle to lose weight, count carbs, control blood sugar, and avoid prob-lems. It can leave you feeling tired and depressed and unable to do the things you love. Make sure YOU are in charge—not your diabetes. A FREE, online Better Choices, Better Health ®--Diabetes (developed and tested at Stanford University) workshop can help. Sign up today at: www.RestartLiving.org/Diabetes

Do you have a nice picture of yourself? How about of you and your family? Of your favorite pet? We would love to help you capture those precious images. The Senior Center is having a Photograph Fund Raiser in November.

Local photographer Dawn Lamberty will be available to take pictures in early Novem-ber. The sitting fee will be $10.00 and then you can order whatever photos you like. Use it for a Christmas card, gifts or just to have for yourself. Everyone is welcome to participate and all proceeds go to the Center! Call the Senior Center 873-8585 to schedule your appointment today.


Area Support Groups

Caregiver Group This group is taking a summer break. Meetings will resume in November. Contact 873-8585.

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

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

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

Hope Chest Breast Cancer Support 3rd Monday, 6:00 - 7:30 PM Stoughton Hospital, Board Rm. 900 Ridge Street Contact: 877-3476

Low Vision Support 3rd Thursday, 1:00 - 2:30 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585

Parkinson Group 4th Wednesday, 1:30 –3:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room Contact: 873-8585

Multiple Sclerosis Support 2nd Tuesday, 10:00 - 11:30 AM Stoughton Area Senior Center Mandt Room Contact: 873-8585

Older Adult Alcoholics Anonymous Every Tuesday, 2:00 PM Stoughton Area Senior Center Stoughton Room, 2nd Floor In order to maintain confidentiality individuals may enter/exit from building’s back NW corner door. Contact: Earl German 246-7606 ext. 1182

Grief Support Groups Contact Agrace HospiceCare www.agracehospicecare.org Madison Office: 276-4660 Janesville Office: 755-1871 A grief support group meets at the Stoughton Senior Center, the lower level on the 3rd Tuesday at 5:00PM

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

Caregiver Month is around the corner... Watch our November newsletter for upcoming events and education for caregivers.

How to Manage Your Own Care

Agrace HospiceCare now offers a service for chronically or seriously ill people: Agrace Care Navigation. A registered nurse works with participants to help them manage their pain, symptoms, medications, coordinate health care appointments, better understand their condition and more. Phone support is provided 24/7. The $150/month subscription fee pays for itself by improving overall health, reducing costs related to ER visits and hospitalizations, and providing the participant and family with peace of mind and more time to enjoy together. If you know someone who might appreciate this service, or for more information about Agrace Care Navigation, contact John Van Dyke, RN, at (608) 327-7281.

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and Disabled

Affordable Housing

Pay only 30% of your income

when rent-assistance is available

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RCAC

Enjoyable & Affordable Assisted Living

Low Security Deposit Flexible Service Plan

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Inspired Adult Day Services608-873-7300

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Wide variety of Home Health

Equipment and Lift Chairs

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Great Waterfront Dining

Serving Lunch & Dinner

Sunday Breakfast

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How Can We Help?

McCARTHY NURSING HOME

DAVID W. NELSON

Kent Knutson: 873-8456

Jessica Knutson: 873-7131

Houser & Osborn Law Office

301 W. Main St.

Stoughton

608-873-7781

Elder Law Estate Planning

JONATHAN M. HAJNY ATTORNEY AT LAW

Ph: 608/877-4081 FAX: 608/877-2582

708 East Main Street Stoughton, WI 53589 [email protected]

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Robertson Electric And

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let me be your problem solver.

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We Buy Gold, Jewelry & Diamonds

Classic Jewelry in all Styles!

Find us in Downtown Stoughton &

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CELEBRATING

100 YEARSOF EXCELLENCE IN

MEMORIAL CREATIONS

If you are planning ahead

or have not yet marked the

grave of your loved one,

NOW IS THE TIME TO CREATE

YOUR LEGACY!

DIRIENZOMONUMENTS

2436 Regent St., Madison

608-233-2724

Thank you to the people and groups who have made monetary donations to the Senior Center in the past few months. Every dollar given is making a difference. If you have questions regarding donations please con-tact me. Thank you again for choosing to donate to our Stoughton Area Senior Center.

Cindy McGlynn– Director

Remembrance Donations Given By: ♥ Ardra Juve ♥ Robert Halverson ♥ Audree Longrie ♥ Kenlynn Wheeler ♥ Rosemary Gassen

Making A Difference Donations: ! First Presbyterian Church-Oregon ! Ahn Family Charitable Trust ! Anonymous ! McGlynn Pharmacy ! Olson Cress Funeral & Cremation ! Universal Foundation, Inc. ! Universal Acoustic & Emmission ! Over the Hill Bingo Group ! Thursday PM Bridge Group ! Robert Halverson ! Shirley Anne Hensch ! Fern Larsen ! Lorein Reynolds ! Evelyn Kahl ! Theora Utke ! Mary Rowe ! Charles Kiddy ! Alden & Elvera Phelps ! Kay & Buzz Davis

! Edith March ! Robert & Phyllis Wolf ! Jackie Kittelson ! Carol Skavlen ! Reta Smith ! Dennis & Theresa Ganshert ! Shirley Hensch ! Fred & Doris Rickleff ! Patricia Holtan ! Gerald & Karen Olsen ! Sheepshead Group ! Peter & Karen Foy ! Butch Arnold ! Peggy Kiss

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Trusted Senior ServicesStoughton Hospital is committed to providing the personalized healthcare services seniors need and expect. You can trust our experienced team to deliver comprehensive, expert senior care - close to home. And trust us to meet the current and future healthcare needs of our neighbors throughout the Stoughton community.

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Senior Discount 10% Off Any Service


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LIFE CELEBRATION

CENTERS

Michael Smits

Dale R. Holzhuter

Jodi Corbit

Peter Gunderson

Paul Selbo, Attendant

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FRIENDSHIP FUND FOR ACTIVITIES AT THE CENTER If you are in need of financial assistance to participate in the activities at the Senior Center,

there is a fund available to help you.

For more information please contact Cindy McGlynn/Director

873-8585.

Commission on Aging Meeting Highlights for September 4, 2012

Introduced Teressa Pellet, Program/Vol. Coord. ! Working on recognizing current & recruiting new

volunteers and promoting SC programs

! Applied for grant to fund some programming

! Chairing our Accreditation Committee Fundraising: $10,000 needed by end of the year ! Brat Fest, Friday, October 5, 12-2pm

! On-site, carry-out & delivery (no drive-up this yr)

! Photography event: details coming soon!

! End-of-the-Year Donation Request in newsletter

Meeting Frequency ! Some area Centers’ COAs are meeting every other

month. Cindy questioned the group’s thoughts.

! Question will be revisited after Budget is confirmed.

City’s Budgeting for Outcomes ! Our Information & Assistance and Nutrition offers were

ranked low in the 2nd round of Team ranking.

! While SC staff morale is low (staff is afraid for their jobs); we are hopeful City Council and Leadership Teams will collaborate on a funding solution to save this and other important preventative programs that many citizens depend on.

! We’re prepared to advocate for our aging population. Wireless Internet Access ! Due to continual issues with our current City system

COA has approved the purchase of a separate WiFi connection.

! We are beginning to search our options and hope to cover the monthly cost with donations.

Legislative Update ! Family Care & Senior Care are safe in the State Budget

! AARP released their nonpartisan 2012 Voters’ Guides at www.earnedasay.org. The site features candidates’ plans on Social Security, Medicare & financial security.

Full meeting minutes at:

http://stoughtoncitydocs.com/commission-on-aging/ Next meeting: 12:00 p.m. October 2, 2012

Senior Center, Stoughton Room

Home Energy Assistance Schedule an appointment with Energy Services, Inc. at (608) 333-0333. For all other questions call 608-267-8601. They hold office hours at the Stoughton Area Senior Center on the following Wednesdays: Oct. 17, Nov.14, Dec. 5

Did you know… During the summer months there were

7,896 swipes in MySenior Center. There were also

377 swipes in the Guest area.

Do you have your MySenior Center swipe card? If not, ask for one on your next visit. Be Counted! Thank you.

Join us in thanking our Meals on Wheels Drivers and Kitchen Workers on October 18th at 1:00 PM. If you would like to volunteer for this rewarding and helpful opportunity, contact Teressa 873-8585.


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Please see the Activity Calendar on page 14 for exact dates and times of the following programs. You may call the Senior Center Receptionist at (608) 873-8585 for further information.

Chair Exercise, $2/class Mon. Wed. Fri. 8:00 AM Chair Massage, $10/15-mins. This month: Oct. 3 &17 Call to schedule appointment.

Line Dancing Every other Tues. 2:30 PM

UW Nutrition Education, Free Topic: Facts About Fats 2nd Thursday, 11:30 AM Ping Pong, Free Doubles: Wednesday. 3:00 PM Singles: Friday. 10:30 AM

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

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

Painting Group, Sept-May Thur., 9:30 AM - 11:30 PM Free at Vennevoll Clubhouse Rosemaling Group, Free Wed., 9:15 AM Norwegian painting Wood Carving, Thru MATC Thur., 8:00 - 12:00 PM Wood Shop, Free Mornings Must take a safety course to use the shop.

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

Fitness & Wellness

Classes & Skill Development

Social & Recreation

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


October Highlights

Free Movie Friday October 12 1:00 PM PG-13 * Note the date change due to our Brat Fest on the 5th*

We will be showing a favorite for the Halloween season Hocus Pocus. You are welcome to bring your own movie treat.

Lunch Bunch Group Friday, October 12th 11:30 AM at Toby’s Bring a friend or come alone and meet new friends. New participants are always welcome. If attending or if you have questions, please call 873-8585.

BUNCO Tuesday Oct. 2 at 1:00 PM

$1.00 donation. If you don’t know the game, we can teach

you. New players always welcome. Come join the fun. Bunco!!

Holiday Floral Workshop Join us for a 3-session floral design class at the Senior Center. Cost would be $20.00 for the class and flowers. The class will be meeting Tuesday afternoons at 1:00 pm. Oct. 16, 23, 30. There would be a few tools or props that the student would need to supply. If you would like to sign up for the class or have questions, call Kate at 608-209-3703.

Over the Hill Bingo This Month

Tues. Oct. 23 at 1:15 PM Bring a “White Elephant” gift

Join us for Zumba Gold® It’s a dance-fitness class that’s user friendly, and most of all, fun. Classes are Fridays from 9:15 to 10. Cost $3.00 per 45 min. class. New dancers are always welcome!

Do you know how to play Sheepshead? Would you like to play in Stoughton or be part of our traveling team starting Oct. 16th at 1:00 PM? Call Teressa 873-8585

Photography Class Series at the Stoughton Senior Center Beginning on November 7th, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM this four-week series will include camera basics, buying a camera, tips on quality photography and publishing your photos. Look for registration information in the November newsletter, on the Stoughton Parks and Recreation website or call 873-6746 to register.

Senior Expo on October 10th from 9AM to 3PM at the Stoughton Wellness & Athletic Center (SWAC)

Stoughton Area Senior Center Activities

OCTOBER

2012

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

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

2 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help Noon COA Meeting 1:00 Bunco 2:00 AA Meeting

3 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping Pong 6PM Chair Caning

4 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead

5 Veteran’s Assist. Popcorn in AM 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga * 9:15 Zumba 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong Movie on 12th

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

9 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 10 MS Support Grp 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

10 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:15 Rosemaling 3:00 Ping Pong 6PM Chair Caning

11 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge Caregiver Group 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead

12Veteran’s Assist. Shop @ East Town 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga * 9:15 Zumba 9:30 Coffee/Mayor 10:00 Chess 10:30 Ping Pong 11:30 Lunch Bunch 1:00 Movie pg. 13

15 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:30 Bridge Foot Care in PM 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:00 Handiwork 1:00 Cribbage

16 Diabetic & Reg. Foot Care in AM 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 1:00 Floral Class 2:00 AA Meeting 5pm Grief Support

17 Energy Services Day 8:00 Chair Stretch 9 Norwegian Class 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Rosemaling 1:00 Bingo 1:30 Chair Massage 3:00 Ping Pong 6PM Chair Caning

18 8:00 Woodcarving 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead 1:30 Low Vision Grp

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


23 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 1:00 Floral Class 1:15 Over the Hill Bingo 2:00 AA Meeting 2:30 Line Dancing

24 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Norwegian Class 9:00 Yoga* 9:15 Rosemaling 1:30 Parkinson Grp. 3:00 Ping Pong

25 Pg. 6 HealthTalk 9:00 Beg. Tai Chi 9:00 Woodshop 9:00 Computer Help 9:30 Bridge 10 Blood Press. Ck. 1:00 Adv. Tai Chi 1:30 Sheepshead

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


30 9-12 Woodshop 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Computer Help 1:00 Floral Class 2:00 AA Meeting

31 8:00 Chair Stretch 9:00 Yoga* 9:00 Norwegian 9:15 Rosemaling 3:00 Ping Pong

Saturday Mornings

Center Opened

by Volunteers

9-11:00 AM

Saturday

Evening

Cards-Euchre

October 27

7:30 PM

Open to All

* = Off Site Class

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Stoughton Area Senior Center Menu

OCTOBER

2012

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1 Hamburger /Bun Ketchup/Mustard Baked Beans Vegetable Blend Banana Cookie

2 Salisbury Steak & Gravy Mashed Potatoes Beets Pineapple W.Wh Bread Margarine

3 Chicken A La King Rice Corn Apple Juice Cake

4 Sliced Turkey Ham Scalloped Potatoes Squash Fruit Cup Rye Bread/Marg. Pudding

5 Spaghetti & Meat Sauce Green Beans Pear Slices Garlic Bread Parmesan Cheese

8 Stuffed Green Pepper Soup & Crackers Turkey, Mayo Pkt & Amer. Cheese on a Croissant Apricots Cookie

9 Polish Sausage German Potato Salad California Blend Veg. Mandarin Oranges W. Wh Bread Margarine Jell-O Cake

10 Goulash Casserole Mixed Veggies Jell-O & Peach Multi Gr. Bread Margarine Cookie

11 Meatloaf Baked Potato & Sour Cream Spinach Fruit Cocktail W W Bread Magarine

12 Beef Tips over Egg Noodles French Green Beans Applesauce WW Bread Margarine Ice Cream Cup

15 Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole Broccoli Fresh Orange WW Dinner Roll Marg. Cake

16 Pork Roast & Gravy Rice Pilaf Carrot Coins Cinnamon Sliced Apples Multi Gr White Bread Margarine

17 Adbulla Sausage & Scalloped Potato Casserole Peas & Onions Pear Half WW Bread/marg. Cookie

18 Pulled Pork on Kaiser Roll Roasted Red Potatoes Roasted Root Vegg. Apple Cider (MOW/Apple Slices) Apple Pie

19 Baked Chicken & Gravy Mashed Potatoes Mixed Veggies Mandarin Oranges Multi Gr Bread Margarine

22 Breaded Fish Tarter Sauce Cheesy Hash Browns Coleslaw Banana W W Bread Margarine

23 Spaghetti & Meatballs Green Beans Pineapple Garlic Bread Parmesan Cheese

24 Beef Stew & Biscuit Corn Fruit Cocktail Cookie

25 BBQ Ribs (Bone) Mashed Red Potatoes Roasted Root Veggies with Skins Grape Juice 100% Dinner Roll/Marg. Choc.Pudding/Toppi

26 Sliced Turkey Ham Augratin Potatoes Yellow Beans Chunky Applesauce W W Roll Margarine

29 Broccoli Cheese Soup Crackers Chicken Salad on WW Bread Pear Slices

30 Cheese Ravioli in Marinara Sauce Vegg Blend Fruit Cup WW Dinner Roll Margarine Brownie

31 Salisbury Steak & Gravy Mashed Potatoes Squash Cranberry Juice Multi Gr. Bread Margarine

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

For all lunch reservations please call by noon the business day before. 873-8585

All meals provided by:

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Yahara Senior News is published once a month by the Stoughton Area Senior Center.

The Stoughton Area Senior Center, a non-profit agency, coordinates, develops, supports and monitors programs and services for persons over 55 years of age. This newsletter is published for the purpose of educating the older adults and their families. The service area is the City of Stoughton and the Towns of Albion, Dunkirk, Dunn, Pleasant Springs and Rutland.

If you wish to have this newsletter mailed to you, the cost is $8.00 per year. Call 873-8585.

Yahara Senior News

248 West Main Street Stoughton, WI 53589 608-873-8585 Fax # 608-873-8162 www.ci.stoughton.wi.us/senior/

fxÇ|ÉÜ VxÇàxÜ fàtyy Cindy McGlynn—Director Hollee Camacho—Assistant Director (M-Th) Jean Truss—Case Manager Kelly Janda—Case Manager Susan Brodd—Case Manager (F) JoAnn Seymour—Case Manager (M-W) Lisa Hanson—Nutrition Manager Teressa Pellett—Volunteer/Program Coordinator (Hours Vary) Kristin Ott—Receptionist (M-TH)

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

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David Bacon—Town of Pl. Springs ..................... 877-9777 Edna Cloutier—City of Stoughton ................... 873-3809 Kay Davis—City of Stoughton ........................... 873-4886 Carol Heidenway—Town of Dunn .................. 835-5472 Open Position—City of Stoughton………………… Don Mix—City of Stoughton ............................. 873-3637 Mary Onsager—School District Rep ................ 873-3999 Jeanne Schwass-Long—Town of Dunkirk ........ 873-9227 David Sharpe—City of Stoughton ..................... 877-8724 Charlotte Snow—City of Stoughton ................. 205-1281 Betty Thompson—Town of Rutland ................ 835-5145 Tricia Suess—City Council Rep ........................ 873-6677 Ron Jensen—Town of Albion………………….…………..228-5963

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