January - Eppson Center for Seniors

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nfortunately, criminals sometimes target
senior citizens. Be proactive and reduce
the chances of becoming a victim. Be
aware of dangerous situations and take sensible
precaution to avoid putting yourself in danger. By
following simple safety tips you can live life to the
fullest without fear of the unexpected.
At Home
Living alone may open your home to intruders.
Predators may be on alert to prey on those who
can’t fight back or who may be willing to open
their doors to strangers.
• Having a good neighborhood support system
will allow you to have an extra set of eyes on
your house in case is suspicious activity takes
place.
• Keep doors and windows locked. Use peep
holes. Never open your door automatically.
• Notify neighbors and the police when going
away on a trip.
• Never leave notes on your front door.
• Be suspicious of offers from unknown
contractors to do home repairs. Only work with
reputable businesses.
• Stop your newspaper subscription and mail.
Frauds and Scams
The Federal Bureau of Investigation explains
that some senior citizens were raised to have very
trusting as well as friendly and polite personality
traits. This puts them at risk to be exploited and
conned into giving others money or personal
information such as birth dates and social security
numbers. Every year billions of dollars are lost to
fraudulent activities. Scams are conducted over
the telephone, by mail, the Internet and door-todoor. Often, you will be pressured into donating
or purchasing right now. Prizes, vacations, charities,
club memberships or investments can be a front
used by con artists.
• Legitimate organizations do not require
immediate response and should provide you
with information in the mail.
• Take your time and have others review
information with you.
• Never give your credit card number over the
phone unless you initiate the call and know
whom you are calling. Never give out personal
information over the phone or the Internet.
• If someone will not let you get off the phone,
hang up.
• Familiarize yourself with an organization by
asking for references.
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• Ask a lot of questions.
• Be cautious of anyone claiming, “You will never
get another opportunity like this.”
• If the offer seems too good to be true, it
probably is.
• Don’t let anyone rush you into signing anything
— a policy, contract or agreement. Read these
documents over carefully and have someone you
trust check them.
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OPPORTUNITIES
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Andy Harkin, musician
Connie Currie and her writing class
Dollar-of-the-Month
Rhonda Priest,
Alzheimer’s Association
Club
Donations can be made at Monday Night
NTER SPONSORS
Dinner or at reception desk.
iates the generosity of its sponsors.
they can take. Money and wallets should not
be displayed openly. The elderly person should
avoid carrying large amounts of money around. If
attacked, let the purse or wallet go, and remember
as many of the assailant’s details as possible.
Elder Abuse
Elder abuse is a serious crime that affects the
victim physically and emotionally. Elder abuse
can occur in a nursing home, by a home health
aide, acquaintance, stranger or sadly, by your
own family members. Be diligent if a caregiver
makes you feel uncomfortable. Don’t be afraid
to ask for someone else to assist you rather than
that caregiver. Medline Plus defines elder abuse as
doing something or failing to do something to a
senior citizen that results in harm to them or puts
them in imminent danger. This could happen if
someone who is caring for you steals your money,
property, credit or personal belongings. Neglecting
you physically by withholding food, medicine
or failing to assist you with general hygiene also
constitutes as abuse. Physically assaulting you
by hitting, punching or bruising you is also
something that should not be tolerated. Be sure
to tell someone you trust about your abusive
situation or call law enforcement immediately.
Legal Counsel with Shirley Kingston
New Hours: Beginning January 2012
Fridays 10 a.m.–noon
Schedule an appointment
at Eppson Center
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Hours, Information, Staff, Board & Foundation
Eppson Center for Seniors
1560 N 3rd Street
Laramie, WY 82072
[email protected]
307-745-5116
307-742-8669 (fax)
[email protected]
www.eppsoncenter.org
EPPSON CENTER FOR
SENIORS BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
President: Todd Pearson
Treasurer: Flew Wilson
Secretary: Ted Preston
Directors
Ray Jacquot Don Johnson
Wayne Karberg Nyla Murphy
Matt Goetz
Deborah Kratzer-Reid
Dave Williams, Recent Past
President
Board of Directors meet the third
Wednesday of month at 12:00 p.m.
at the Center
FOUNDATION BOARD
President: Shannon Markle
Treasurer: Kathy Hamilton
Secretary: Julie Wickett
Directors
Mario Ibarra
Grant Showacre
Donna Earley Chad Witte
Connie Palmer Jessica Schneider
Clarice Hoff
Foundation Board meets the fourth
Wednesday of month at 12:00 p.m.
at the Center
PATS (transportation): 745-1511
Whitney Wellness: 745-1510
Center Hours: Monday–Friday
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Whitney Health and Wellness:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–
3:00 p.m.
Transportation: Monday–Friday,
8:00 a.m.–12:00p.m. & 12:30 p.m.–
4:00 p.m.
EPPSON CENTER STAFF
Richard Cuthbertson,
Executive Director
Cindy Ishakanian,
Accounting Assistant
Vicky Ying, Finance Assistant
Kareena Hopkins, Receptionist
Marilyn Stover, Receptionist
LIFE ENRICHMENT
Pamela Lopez, Manager
OUTREACH
Nicole Lopez, Volunteer &
Statistics Coordinator
MAINTENANCE/CUSTODIAL
Sherry Davis
KITCHEN
Dawn Jackson, Kitchen Manager
Marie Kuntz, Kitchen Supervisor
Esther Rogers, Assistant
Carol Huckins, HDM Supervisor
Sherry Wilcoxson, Kitchen
Assistant
Robert Marshall, Dishwasher
WHITNEY HEALTH AND
WELLNESS
Gina Casper, ACC/Case Manager
Amber Englert, Scheduling
Supervisor
Meals: Monday, 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday–Friday, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
60+ $4.00/suggested donations with
completed/updated AGNES form.
Meal punch card; purchase 10 meals and
receive 2 meals FREE, $50.00
60- $6.00/required. Meal punch card;
purchase 10 meals and receive 2 meals
FREE. $70.00
Tuesday meals: $2.00 and Thursday
meals: $3.00
Bonnie Henderson, Program
Specialist
Jody Hoberg, RN
CNA’S
Shanda Riter
Julie Wilson
Whitney Barrett
Nicole Lankford
Cammy Mitchell
Darcy Mitchell
Bonnie Prahl
Shannon Smith
Brenda Spiegelberg
CHOREGIVERS AND
HOMEMAKERS
Leilani Bergstrom
Rene Sanchez
Judy Sisneros, Respite Care
PATS
Tina Fisher, Manager
Floyd Taylor, Driver
David Wagg, Driver
Ken Rehmeier, Driver
Buddy Curby, Driver
Terry Pantier, Driver
Virginia Hunter, Driver
George Hunter, Driver
Mike Garret, Driver
“This document was developed under a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Aging, and the Wyoming Department of Health, Aging Division. However, these contents
do not necessarily represent the policy of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services or the Wyoming Department of Health, and you should not assume endorsement of the Federal or State government.”
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
After Monday Dinner at 5:30
Enjoy Some Entertainment
JANUARY:
FEBRUARY:
January 2: Closed.
January 9: Bob O’Brian (Birthday Night).
January 16: Laramie Dance, Snow While ballet.
January 23: Hollis Marriott and Friends.
January 30: Joe Wheeler, talk on Old Fort
Sanders.
February 6: TBA (Birthday Night)
February 13: Plainsman Singers from LHS.
February 27: Jack and Connie Wallace.
February 20: UW Brass Quintet.
If you have volunteered in one way
or another please contact Nicole
to be sure we have your correct
information.
Our volunteers are one of a kind
and we appreciate each and every one of you for
what you bring to the center as well as the patrons
we serve.
We are currently looking for volunteers for
HDM drivers, bingo caller, computer instructor
and cashier. If you have skills and knowledge that
you would like to share contact Nicole to see what
opportunities are available.
Eppson Center for Seniors and Albany County
Campus of LCCC have partnered to offer GED
Preparation classes for seniors, 60+, at no cost.
Hey good look’n
What’s cook’n?
Once a month a group of us like to go out on
the town for a nice dinner. It’s a way to visit with
friends and make new friends.
If you would like to join us for dinner simply
add your name to the “Dinner Out” sign-up
sheet. If you need transportation let us know
and we will be happy to pick you up. Cost of
transportation $5.00 and order of menu.
January 19, 5:30 p.m. we will enjoy a new BBQ
restaurant. Boomers BBQ.
February 22, 5:30 p.m. enjoy a meal at Lucianos.
Did life happen to you? Did you need to “Stop
Out” from school before you could receive your
high school diploma? Would you like to receive
your GED-just for your own satisfaction?
Where: Eppson Center for Seniors,
1560 N. 3rd Street, Laramie, WY 82072
When: Beginning January 12, 2012
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Why: Because it’s never too late.
Cost: $0
Questions or to register: Contact Carol Miyake at
721-5138 ext. 4257 or Pamela at 745-5116 ext. 14.
Enjoy
a hot
nutritious
meal
Monday: 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Tuesday–Friday: 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Monday, Wednesday & Friday: $4
Tuesday: $2
Thursday: $3
September Meal
Card Winner ~ Gary Graham!
Contact Dawn for Home Delivered Meals
Check us out on
Facebook.
If you utilize Facebook simply go to
Board meeting
will beCenter
the 2 nd Wednesday
each and
month at 2:00 p.m.
the Eppson
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page
January
11,
February
8,
March
14,
April
11,
read what others have to say; add your comments.and May 9.
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Member
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Monday of page,
each month at 10:00 a.m.
The link
to themeetings
Seniorswill
on the
Go3 Facebook
January
16:
Health
Care
Reform
&
the
Downtown Clinic, Sara Gorin.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Seniors-on-theThe Eppson
February 20: Hospice Programs: National and Local Perspectives,
TerryCenter
Go/123539811025120
Longhurst.
web page is up.
March 19: Wyoming Legislative update.
It’s a work in progress.
You shouldn’t need to have a Facebook account
April 16: State of Wyoming Health Insurance and Medicare, Eric Goldenstein.
to see these pictures...you just won’t be able to
Suggestions let Pamela know.
May 21: University of Wyoming update, Tom Buchanan.
comment on them.
Address: eppsoncenter.com
Answers to your Medicare Questions
Wyoming State Health Insurance Information Programs
Senior Medicare Patrol (Medicare Fraud Prevention)
____Understand Medicare enrollment, claims, appeals
____Assess need for Medicare Supplemental insurance
____Understand long term care insurance
____Learn of options for low income persons
____Trained Volunteer Counselors
Toll Free Call
Riverton (800) 856-4398
Casper
(877) 634-1006
Cheyenne (877 634-1005
Laramie
(307) 745-1510
____Help detect error on medical bills
____Part D- Prescription Drug coverage
www.wyomingseniors.com
Whitney Health
and Wellness Center
Blood Pressure Clinic ~ 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m.
Chair Massage ~ By appointment
Table Massage ~ By appointment
Whirlpool Tub ~ By appointment
Foot and Hand Care ~ By appointment
Acupuncture ~ Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Beltone Hearing Test
By appointment the first Thursday
of the month. Call 1-800-430-5282 to
schedule.
Caregiver Support Group
Second Thursday of month, 11:45 a.m.-12:50 p.m.
Alzheimer’s Support Group with Patty Butler
Second Wednesday of month, 1:30 p.m.
Cancer Support Group
Meets at Meredith & Jeannie Ray Cancer Center
Women’s Group: Tuesday, 1:00 p.m.
Co-ed: Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.
Pathway to Wellness with Ruth Lake/
Cent$ible Nutrition Program
February 16, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Refreshments served.
Community Based In-Home Services
(CBIHS) is used to provide services to
keep qualified people living independently
at home for as long as possible.
Services available through the WHWC
center include the following:
• Case Management
• Personal Care
• Chore Services
• Homemaker Services
• Respite Care
Hours: Monday–Friday,
8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Direct number: 745-1510
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group
Ivinson Memorial Hospital
Saratoga Room
Second Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
Parkinson Support Group
Ivinson Memorial Hospital
Out-Patient Rehab Room
Third Wednesday of month, 5:30 p.m.
UW Stroke Support Group
Second Tuesday of month
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Free counseling by appointment
1-307-7662149
Bereavement Group ~ Hospice of Laramie
1262 N. 22nd, Unit A
Monday s, 5:15-6:45 p.m.
Wyoming Health Fair ~ First Monday of month
7:00-10:00 a.m.
National Family Caregiver Support
(NFGC) is available to individuals who qualify
who provide care for the elderly at home. To
be qualified for these services, a client must
be a person of any age caring for a qualified
care receiver who is 60 years or older.
Services available through WHWC include
the following:
• Assistance
• Case Management
• Counseling
• Education
• Information
• Respite Care
• Supplement Services
To see if you qualify for assistance for
CHIHS or NFCG contact Gina, 745-1510.
Meet Jody Hoberg, WHWC RN
Jody began working in WHWC in November
2011. She has been a registered nurse for over
20 years. She received her nursing degree from
Jamestown College, ND.
Jody moved to Laramie from the Bismarck,
ND area when her husband, John, began working
as an organic chemist at UW. Jody and John also
lived in Colorado and New Zealand. While in
New Zealand they welcomed the births of their
two children.
Jody enjoys being active and loves the
outdoors. She enjoys running, exercising, hiking
and ski trips as well as camping.
Jody says, “I’m very excited about the
opportunity to work here at Whitney Health and
Wellness Center. I’m looking forward to meeting
everyone”.
If you would like to schedule a foot or hand
care appointment with Jody calls 745-1510.
To Our Patrons,
In an effort to reflect accurate reporting
of our meal numbers for state and federal
grant purposes, beginning October 10 we
will have a new check in policy for meals.
We will still need for you to check
in at the computer. When you check
in with the cashier, you will be given
a single meal ticket. This ticket is
too presented to the servers prior to
receiving your meal. If you do not check
in and do not have a ticket, you will be
asked to return to the cashier to get a
ticket.
Just a reminder that if you do not
check in, then the Eppson Center does
not receive a grant subsidy for your meal.
Thank you for your cooperation
and patience, and thank you for your
continued support of the Eppson Center.
AARP Tax Assistance
February
3–Aprilin17,
2012
If you have volunteered
one way
or another please contact
Nicole to be&
sure
we have your correct information.
Tuesdays
Fridays
Richard Cuthbertson
9:00
a.m.–3:00
p.m.
Our
volunteers
are one of a kind
and we appreciate each and every
one of you for what you bring to the center as well as theExecutive Director
In the billiard
patrons
we serve. room
Schedule an appointment
We are currently looking for volunteers for HDM drivers, bingo caller, computer
receptionist
at 745-5116
instructor andwith
cashier.the
If you
have skills and knowledge
that you would like to share
contact Nicole to see what opportunities are available.
Please be kind to
the computer.
Hitting it with
your keys or
other
objects will
damage the
screen
as well as the
system.
J anuary & F ebruary B irthdays
Thanks to the Killians for donating the beautiful bouquets each birthday night!
January
R. Addison
Louis Allegier
Anne Allen
Kathy Anderson
Margare Arth
Ed Bergstrom
Marlene Bradley
Cathy Bridgmon
Don Brosz
Pearl Brosz
Gordon Brown
Gordon Bryson
Marianne Businga
Gloria Christensen
Olive Church
Lois Collins
Dennis Conger
Susan Conger
Jim Cook
Chuck Corley
Leah Cosner
Robina Crimmins
Esther Cunningham
Marie Dandridge
Karla Davis
Josh Desern
Clarine Dunder
Paul Deunham
Donald Fox
William Frazier
Jo Ann Fulton
Joseph Genst
Sarah Gadd
Peggy Gannon
Bobby Gaines
Jesus Garcia
Gerry Gentry
Fred Gersten
Judy Grenier
Laura Guiun
Leona Gilbert
William Ginther
Harriett Glabraith
Tom Gossett
Jean Hager
Pat Hale
Ed Hamill
Mary Hamilton
Nancy Hartman
Marie Harrison
Karen Hastedt
Donna Harvey
Eleanor Harvey
Mary Ann Harvey
Henry Haynes
Edward Heller
Leanna Henderson
George Herring
Anita Hilim
Mason Hinman
Billie Hofferber
Garnet Holden
Barb Holfmann
Sharon Holliday
Carol Homer
Susie Hooker
Adelaide Hopper
Teresa Horsley
Jean Hubbard
Carol Huckins
Kim Huffmann
Jerimia Hull
Chris Humphreys
Virginia Hunter
Jeanne Hurd
Kay Inabnitt
Rusty Jairell
Shirley Jairell
Sharon Jenkins
Valear Jensen
Grant Johnson
Orval Johnson
Dee Kenison
Lydia Z. Kercher
Jane Kidwell
Mary Anne Kilpatrick
Teddy Kirchner
Mary Anne Kirkpatrick
Joe Kiovsky
Lorraine S. Klein
Jim Knight
Izola Koph
Rosalie Lewis
Mary Long
John McDonald
Roger McGinnis
Fred McKenzie
Deborah Mace
Pauline Magnussen
Diana Marlow
Flora Martinez
Vincent Martinez
Josh Maxson
Carolyn Melber
Irv Melber
Jerry Meranda
Anne Miller
Zella Milliken
Katja Mitchell
George Miyake
Gayle Moberley
Harold Mogenson
Brett Moline
Karen Monopolis
Scott Morton
Nyla Murphy
Barbara Naughton
Marquerite B. Nelson
Lillie Newton
Ruth Nickerson
Robert Niemoller
Judy O’Bryne
Tom Olivas
James Osbourned
Jack Oppie
Eleanor Owen
Marietta Owens
Shawna Palmer
Sue Z. Palmer
Brandon Parker
Alesie Parrell
Ruth Peden
Betsy Peters
Beth Peterson
Valerie Pierce
Gary Poledna
Robert Purdy
Delores Rams
Rae Redman
Rex Rees
Barbara Rhodine
Joyce Reilly
Eileen Routson
Joann Rundquist
Catherine E. Ryan
Adam Salisbury
Blanche Sanders
Louise Sexton
Sherry Shaffer
Beverly Sheen
David Sheesley
Daniel Sherrill
John Shusae
Wyatt Skaggs
Jane Smith
Charles Stant
Pat Stimson
Natalie R. Stoll
James Swinford
Janet Talbott
Phil Thompson
Leslie Tish
Jane Thomas
Phil Trumbull
Leona Turley
Joyce Tyrrell
Jeanie Unruh
Richard Valentine
Joan Vass
Marilee Weat
Sharon Weber
Leroy Westen
Mary Wdocicki
Mavis Williams
Eva Wilson
February
Joan Arnett
Josephine Battisti
Gleada Bird
Bobbie Bourret
Jerry Bowser
Wayne Brady
Paul Brockmann
Juanita Chamberlin
Nancy Chase
Marcella Cook
Luella Cook
Les Darnall
Carol Davis
Charlotte H. Davis
Maron D. Davis
Hazel DeKanek
Nikki DeLancey
Kathy Donelson
Larry Dueweke
Helen Dunnebecke
Ruby Edgington
Billie Eggleston
Larry Fairbairn
Ray Ferrari
Harold G. Foster
Dorothea Frank
Gilbert Garcia
George Grunwell
Janice Jacquot
Clarence Johnston
Marge Hamilton
Janice Harvey
Margie Hays
Jack Hearn
Vivian J. Heller
Patricia Hidalgo
John Hrabcak
Mary Jane Hunt
Peggy Jones
Orenda Jones
Marge Julian
Mary Kalinay
Isabel Kanely
Marian Klinger
Careta Kluherz
Beverly Knight
Florine Landusky
Ella Lay
Robert Leonard
Marie Lewis
Peter Lindahl
Betty Long
Bette McCullough
Lenore McDowell
John McKinney
Chris Magnussen
Mary Kay Mason
Rich Marron
Mary Marvel
Gene May
Edward Meeks
Gayle Miech
Georgiana Montgomery
Patricia Montoya
Phillip Morgan
Anton Munari
Claire Murphy
Patty Myott
Anne P. Nachod
Leon New
Don Nickerson
Mary Ann Olsen
Ron Olsen
Jean Oxley
Charles Parker
Scotty D. Pickett
Barbara Reed
Jan Reed
Sandy Reher
Marianne P. Rogers
Betty Rottman
John Rowlland
Sharon Salmans
Norma Scarpelli
Kenneth Schlatter
Edna Sena
Leroy Sena
Edgar Smith
James Smith
Delwin Soll
Bonnie Soltman
Nancy Steele
Mary Stoll
Quentin Stone
Joyce Thompson
Judy Thompson
Lucy Thompson
Audene Trueblood
Mary Trujillo
Georgia Tupper
Martha Valentine
Cora Vigil
Robert Walker
Stuart Webster
Carolyn Young
GEM CITY GRAND
Laramie City Bus Route
The free bus route is planned to serve the busiest corridor in Laramie; Grand Avenue.
The route will operate seven days a week and include many of the busier retail districts,
employers, educational institutions, recreation, and conference facilities.
Monday-Friday: 2–3 buses will run from 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m., every 20-30 minutes.
Saturday-Sunday: 2 buses will run 12:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., every 30 minutes.
Laramie City Bus Route operated by University of Wyoming & Eppson Center for Seniors.
State & local partners include: Albany County, Albany County Tourism, City of Laramie,
Eppson Center for Seniors, Laramie County Community College, Laramie Main Street
Program, Downtown Laramie Business Association, and University of Wyoming
If you have questions contact:
University of Wyoming ~ 766-9800 or Eppson Center for Seniors ~ 745-5116
The appointment busses will not be affected by changes being made.
Remember that if you are coming to the Eppson Center for a meal, activity or for other
services your bus ride is $1.00 each way.
tops, Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Eppson Center for Seniors
Saturday, 8:00–9:00 a.m.
Info: 760-6516 or 742-9085
Silver-Haired Legislature
An election at the first of the year needs to be held at the Eppson Center for Seniors for an Albany County
senior representative. Charlotte Davis will be finished with her term. Jan Webster has one year of her twoterm session. Anyone over the age of 60 can run for the two-term office. Nomination ballots will be passed
out in January.
The Wyoming Silver-Haired Legislature is a body of senior citizens who represent you at an actual
legislative session every other year in Cheyenne. The purpose of the Silver-Haired Legislature is to identify,
consolidate and coordinate the needs and concerns of senior citizens in regard to legislation. The SHL began
in 1982 and is a unicameral legislature. Each county in Wyoming has the opportunity to be represented by
two SHL. In addition, t he Shoshone-Arapahoe Reservations can send four legislators.
Would like to represent Albany County? Nominations are being sought for an upcoming election, and if
you are interested in representing Albany County, contact Pamela Lopez.
For more information on the SHL or about the bills, resolutions, proclamation and our connection to the
National Silver-Haired Congress, please visit the website: www.SHLY.com
Jan Webster would like to start a monthly “Senior Issues Gabfest” so that she is aware of Albany County
senior populations concerns, and if viable, concerns can be taken to the legislature in the coming year.
The day and time for the “Senior Issues Gabfest” is yet to be determined. More information will be
announced on Ch. 11, newsletter, flyers, and announcements.
Yes, I am interested in representing Wyoming Silver-Haired Legislature, Albany County.
Print Name: _____________________________________________________________
Contact Information:
Address: _________________________________________________________
Phone: ____________________________________________________________
E-mail: ___________________________________________________________
Over the age of 60? _________
Turn in nomination ballot to the receptionist or Pamela Lopez.
Seniors on the Go Outdoor
Adventure Schedule
January 6 – Chimney Park, the Woods Creek
trail. An easy snowshoe or ski
outing.
January 13 – Little Laramie trail.
January 20 – Happy Jack trail.
January 27 – Green Rock Ski area.
February 3 – Corner Mountain Loop.
February 10 – Little Laramie Trailhead, Lodge
Pole Trail.
February 17 – Snowy Range Ski area.
February 24 – Bear Creek Rail Trail.
March 2 – Curt Gowdy, Shore Line Trail.
March 9 – Brown’s Landing Road starting at
Lincoln Summit.
If you are interested
in renting the facility
contact Pamela or
Dawn. We will be more
than happy to visit
with you about your
upcoming venue.
March 16 – Crow Creek from Summit Trailhead.
March 23 – Box Canyon, Vedauwoo.
March 30 – Grays Gable, no transportation
available that day.
April 3 – Planning session 9:00 a.m. at
the Eppson Center. Bring maps,
information and suggestions.
April 6 – No SOTG hike schedule due to Good
Friday.
April 13 – Turtle Rock.
April 20 – Hidden Falls at Curt Gowdy.
April 27 – Hutton Lake.
If you are joining us on the bus the cost is $10.00.
If you will be driving the cost is $5.00. Hikes are
subject to change according to weather and ability
to get to our destination. We do have back-up
hikes/snowshoe outings if needed.
The sign-up sheet does fill up fast, so
don’t wait too long to sign-up. If the
sign-up sheet is full put your name on
the waiting list. If you have e-mail add
that as well.
“Do not follow where the path may
lead. Go instead where there is not
path and leave a trail.”
Emerson
neighbors helping neighbors
in the place we call home.
www.firstinterstate.com
Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.
Cold
vs.
Flu
Recognizing the symptoms of the common cold
is important for a few reasons. If you realize
what symptoms are bothering you the most, you
will know which medications will help relieve
them. You may also prevent unnecessary doctor
visits if you know that you have a cold. Since
your doctor cannot cure your cold, there is no
reason to see the doctor unless your symptoms
last longer than two weeks.
Both a cold and the flu attack the respiratory
system, according to Mayoclinic.com. The cold
is generally harmless, but it can make you feel
miserable with a sore throat, persistent cough
and a runny nose. Viruses cause both a cold
and the flu. Over 200 viruses can cause a cold,
however, not as many are responsible for the
flu. That is why flu shots exist and there are
none for colds.
Recognizing the symptoms of the flu is even
more important than recognizing the symptoms
of a cold. Although they are similar, you should
take note of a few key differences. The severity
of your symptoms will usually give away the
fact that you have the flu and not a cold.
Realizing that you may have the flu quickly is
vital. Seeking treatment from your doctor within
the first 48 hours could mean the difference in
the length and severity of your flu.
The flu generally goes away on its own
after a few days to a week if you are otherwise
healthy. People with compromised immune
systems, very young children and the elderly
should get a flu shot before flu season begins
each year. The most common complication
of the flu is pneumonia, which may be
life-threatening. Symptoms of secondary
pneumonia include a cough and a fever that
returns after a period of normal temperature.
Prevention of both cold and flu symptoms
involves careful attention to hygiene and overall
health. Frequent hand-washing is the best
preventative measure against cold and flu
infection.
Both a cold and the flu respond to rest,
drinking plenty of liquids, saline nose drops
and gargling warm salt water. Antibiotics
may shorten the flu’s duration and lessen its
severity.
Is It a Cold or the Flu?
The cold and flu are both respiratory illnesses,
but they are caused by different types of
viruses with different symptoms. Use this chart
to learn the difference between the two.
Signs and
Symptoms
Influenza (flu)
Cold
Symptom onset
Abrupt
Gradual
Fever
Usual; lasts 3-4 days
Rare
Aches
Usual; often severe
Slight
Chills
Fairly common
Uncommon
Fatigue, weakness Usual
Sometimes
Sneezing
Sometimes
Common
Stuffy nose
Sometimes
Common
Sore throat
Sometimes
Common
Chest discomfort,
cough
Common; can be
severe
Mild to
moderate;
hacking cough
Headache
Common
Rare
*Information obtained from flufact.com
Warning
A doctor should be called if a fever over 103
degrees is present, if breathing is troubled, fast,
and irregular, if skin is bluish, if there is nausea
and abdominal pain, ear pain or discharge
is present, any change in mental state and if
symptoms persist for more than ten days.
Life Enrichment…
“One way to get the most out of life is to look upon it as an adventure…” Wm. Feather
Fitness
Education
Senior Swim at Laramie Rec. Center;
8:00 a.m., Mon., Wed., & Fri. $
Strength Training on the Ball with
Erin at Kourthouse, Mon, Wed, &
Fri, 9:30–10:00 a.m. $
Balance, Stretch & Ab’s on Mat with
Erin at Kourthouse, Mon, Wed, &
Fri, 10:00–10:30 a.m. $
Resistance Training; Tue., & Thurs.,
11:00 a.m.
Exercise & Dance; Mon. & Thurs.,
9:00 a.m.
Bowling at Laramie Lanes; Mon.,
1:30 p.m. $
Arthritis Exercise with Donna Earley;
Mon. & Wed., 3:30 p.m. $
Musical Exercise; Tues. & Thurs.,
10:30 a.m.
Advanced Yoga with Connie Currie;
Wed., 11:15 a.m. $7.00
Intermediate & Basic Yoga with
Connie Currie; Thurs., 5:30 p.m.
$7.00
Beginning Line Dancing with Norma
Deibert; Wed., 9:00 a.m.
Intermediate Line Dancing with
Norma Deibert; Fri.., 9: a.m.
Performing Line Dancing with Norma
Deibert; Tues., 9:00 a.m.
Seniors-on-the-Go; contact Life
Enrichment for scheduled outings.
$10.00
Nia; Thurs. 5:30–6:30 p.m $9.00
*Beginning Belly Dancing; 6 week
course starting January 14–February
25, Saturday, 8:00–9:00 a.m. $7.00/
class. All ages and abilities welcomed.
Join us at any time during the course.
Too-Fit-To-Quit exercise equipment
is available Mon.–Fri., 8:00 a.m.–3:30
p.m. $8.00 60+ & $11 -60
Albany Co. Health Fair, 7:00–10:00
a.m., 1st Mon. of mo.
Lions Club Breakfast; 6:30 a.m., Tues.
Legal Counsel with Shirley Kingston;
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., every other
Fri. of mo. Schedule appointment with
receptionist or Life Enrichment.
UW/State Retirees of Albany County,
10:00 a.m., 3rd Wed. of mo.
UW/State Retirees of Albany County,
Board Mtgs. 2:00 p.m. 2nd Wed. of mo.
Dollar-a-Month meeting, 2:00 p.m., last
Mon. of mo.
AARP Safe Driving Class; 1:00 –5:00
p.m., 3rd Wed. & Thurs. of mo. *you
must attend both sessions to complete
the course.
Albany Co. Library; 1st & 3rd Thurs. of
mo., 12 p.m.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly); Sat.,
8–9 a.m.
Veterans Coffee; Fri., 9:00 am.
NARFE; 11:30 a.m., last Fri. of mo.
Computer Lab available daily, 8:00
a.m.–3:30 p.m.
*GED Prep. Classes offered every
Thursday, 1:00–3:00 p.m. No cost.
Dinner Out; check for date, time, &
location.
We invite you to the Eppson Center to
see the variety of activities and events
that we offer. Many activities and
events can be seen on Ch. 11 or in our
bi-monthly newsletter.
We also invite you to stay for lunch
and visit with old friends or make new
friends.
If you would like to teach a class or
have an idea for a class contact Pamela.
Classes can be ongoing or scheduled
for mini-sessions.
Reminder instructors’ all sign in sheets
must be completed and turned in the
last day of class. Also AGNES forms
need to be completed in blue ink so
that we can get credit. If you have
questions contact Nicole.
**Looking for a volunteer instructor to
assist individuals with basic computer
skills. You can set your own schedule
or work with individuals as needed.
**Looking for a volunteer to assist
with line dancing classes.
**Looking for a volunteer to call Bingo.
For Fun
Bingo; 12:30 p.m., Mon.
Melodees; 1:30 p.m., Mon.
Pinochle; 12:30 p.m., Tues.
L’Opera Viewing; 1:15 p.m., 2nd
Tues. –No Opera
Biscuits n’ Jam; 1:00 p.m., 1st & 3rd
Wed. of mo. Currently on winter
break.
Bridge Lessons: 12:00 p.m., Tues.
Bridge; Tues. 1:00 p.m.
Duplex Bridge; Thurs., 7:00 p.m.
Shangri Rummy, Thurs., 1:00 p.m.
Recycled Card Project; Fri., 9:30 a.m.
Have a story to be told?
Want to share some information?
Be an Eppson Center news hound!
Contact Pamela, Life Enrichment.
Oops
If a birthday, passing, thankyou or other information was
left out please contact Pamela
so that it can get into the next
newsletter.
Nancy Rita “Joy” Henderson
September 28, 2011
Lawrence David Wolff
October 13, 2011
Ralph E. Aegerter
November 6, 2011
Stanly Ray Davis
October 2011
Robert E. Flower
October 19, 2011
Luana “Lani” Gwen Tangeman
November 9, 2011
Rosenda Sanchez
October 8, 2011
Harry Benson
October 20, 2011
Carolyn A. Crave
November 10, 2011
Sylvia Irene Blanck
October 9, 2011
Hazel Maxine (Jones) Johnston
November 2, 2011
High Protein Smoothie
Mayo Clinic
To make the recipe higher in calories, add 1
tablespoon of flaxseed oil for an additional 120
calories, 14 grams of fat, and no additional
sodium or cholesterol per serving.
Directions
In a blender, combine the yogurt, soy milk,
banana chunks, wheat germ and protein powder.
Blend until smooth. Pour into a tall frost-chilled
glass and serve immediately.
Ingredients
1 cup soy yogurt
1 cup sweetened soy milk
1 medium banana,
cut into chunks
2 tablespoons wheat germ
2 tablespoons protein powder
Nutritional Analysis (per 1 serving)
Serving size: 2 1/2 to 3 cups
Calories 497
Cholesterol 1 mg
Protein 29 g
Sodium 159 mg
Carbohydrate 75 g
Fiber 7 g
Total fat 9 g
Potassium 1,277 mg
Saturated fat 1 g
Calcium 635 mg
Monounsaturated fat 1 g
Board meeting will be the 2 nd Wednesday of each month at 2:00 p.m.
January 11, February 8, March 14, April 11, and May 9.
Member meetings will be the 3 rd Monday of each month at 10:00 a.m.
January 16: Health Care Reform & the Downtown Clinic, Sara Gorin.
February 20: Hospice Programs: National and Local Perspectives, Terry
Longhurst.
March 19: Wyoming Legislative update.
April 16: State of Wyoming Health Insurance and Medicare, Eric Goldenstein.
May 21: University of Wyoming update, Tom Buchanan.
Eppson Center for Seniors
1560 N 3rd Street
Laramie, WY 82072