November 2013 Senior Beat
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November 2013 Senior Beat
A free monthly newsletter of the Tri-Lakes HAP Senior Citizens Program November 2013 Community Offers Thanksgiving Dinner “I don’t want anyone to miss a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner this year!” That’s how AB Tellez, owner of Rosie’s Diner in Monument first explained his motivation for repeating this year his 2010 offering of a free Thanksgiving dinner at Rosie’s Diner. “This is not a ‘Rosie’s event,” he insisted. “This is something the community does because it cares about the people in the community.” With those comments, AB joined hands with Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership in early September to start planning 2013 Community Coming Together. Many businesses immediately stepped forward with offerings of financial support, and food donations. Many service groups, nonprofits, churches and individual volunteers have offered their assistance in a variety of ways to ensure this event is a success. Municipalities are also giving support. The original 2010 event was aimed toward supporting senior citizens. This year it is much more about supporting the entire spectrum of community citizens. Anyone who resides in the Tri-Lakes and Black Forest area, and who does not have family present with whom to share their Thanksgiving meal, or for any reason will not be able to have a traditional Thanksgiving dinner on Thanksgiving Day, is welcome to participate in this free meal. Also, for those first responders who are on duty this Thanksgiving Day, they too are invited to come and enjoy the free meal while on duty, as a small gesture of “thanks” for all they do to keep our community safe and secure throughout the year. The free traditional Thanksgiving dinner will be at Rosie’s Diner, 411 Highway 105 in Monument, on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28. Rosie’s www.TriLakesSeniors.org is only open for limited hours on this day, and only to support this event. The dinner will be served in two seatings—one at 11:30 AM and a second at 1 PM—to reduce waiting time for the diners. The meal is turkey with all the trimmings, followed by pumpkin pie for dessert. Anyone who would like to enjoy this free Thanksgiving meal need only call and make a reservation. To make a reservation for the meal, please call the Town of Monument at 719 884-8013. Seating space is limited and therefore reservations should be made as early as possible; the last day reservations will be accepted is Friday, November 15. Service groups, businesses, and others who would like to participate or contribute in some way toward the success of Community Coming together are encouraged to call TriLakes Health Advocacy Partnership at 719 484-6873. More information about Community Coming Together is available in the Internet at www.TriLakesHAP.org/CCT. Blood Pressure Checkup Weekly blood pressure checks are available every Thursday, 11:30 AM at the Tri-Lakes/ Monument Fire Department Administration Building (166 Second Street) just prior to the noon Senior Luncheon. Blood pressure screening by a registered nurse is also available the last Tuesday of each month at the YMCA from 8 to 10 AM, and at noon on the first and third Wednesday of each month at the Senior Luncheon at “Big Red” (146 Jefferson Street, Monument). 1 November 2013 Re-register for E9-1-1 The Emergency Notification System—sometimes called, “Reverse 911”—is used by authorized emergency services personnel to make rapid telephone, text, email, and TTY/TDD notifications to a specific geographic area. It is used to alert registered users of emergency situations that pose a threat to life or property, or situations deemed dangerous by public officials. Situations may include, but are not limited to, man-made disasters, hazardous materials incidents, missing persons, crime, and neighborhood/business evacuation notifications. The El Paso-Teller County E9-1-1 Authority updated their system as a result of lessons learned from the 2012 Waldo Canyon Fire. That system sent out all notifications at one time, resulting in overloading of the communications network. The new system staggers notifications, sending out a limited number of simultaneous notices sequentially, thus maintaining the integrity of the communications network. If you registered your information prior to the Black Forest Fire (June 2013), you should create a new account and re-register. All contact information collected from the previous system was imported into the new system. Creating a new account will allow you to manage and update your information if your address or contact information changes. The new system also allows you to register multiple locations (home, family member’s home, multiple work locations, etc.) and up to nine contact paths per account—two email, two phone lines, two text messages, and one TTY/TDD device). In order to register for this service you must be a resident of either El Paso or Teller County. It is recommended that each user register as an individual rather than as a household to ensure all individuals within the household are notified. Spokesman Ben Bills requests, “When you receive one of these messages, please confirm that you did. We want to make sure that reporting is consistent and it’s working efficiently.” Source: www.elpasoteller911.org and the August 16, 2013 Gazette, Section B, pages 1 and 2. 2 Tri-Lakes HAP Senior Beat Tri-Lakes Center For The Arts Presents Singer/Songwriter Series 304 Highway 105, Palmer Lake; Ph 719 481-0475 For tickets, contact Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts or visit www.TriLakesArts.org Sean Waldron Wednesday Nov 7; 6-8 PM $10 members; $12 non-members Engaging and entertaining, Sean Waldron has a stage presence packed with soul and energy that demands attention. Between skilled guitar riffs and rhythms and vividly alluring vocals, he’ll capture you in the groove and won’t let you go until he walks off the stage. Heavily influenced by blues, pop, and motown soul, Sean delivers a raw musical style that is sure to leave you needing more. Lyndsay Wojcik Trio Wednesday Nov 14 6-8 PM $10 members; $12 non-members Lyndsay Wojcik and Craig Larimer, of Waves Are Water, embody the free spirit of their music. You could classify their sound as Folk/Pop, with the added touch of salt water and sand. Lyndsay’s newest EP “Photosynthesis” embraces a late night beach party vibe and combines the pop qualities and edgy hooks that will have you hitting repeat. She sees music as the living force that connects us all. Craig Larimer previously of the band “MODO” has years of touring experience playing the East coast festival circuit. Bill Snyder Wednesday Nov 21 6-8 PM $10 members; $12 non-members Bill’s music whips up an eclectic musical stew with flavors of blues, folk, Americana, and includes original compositions along with select cover songs, transformed and punctuated by percussive fingerstyle tapping techniques and live looping to create an entirely new and fresh perspective. New Sponsor for Ladies’ Tea Tri-Lakes HAP welcomes Bonaventure Senior Living of Colorado Springs as a sponsor of the monthly Ladies’ Tea in the Senior Center. Bonaventure hosted their first Ladies’ Tea in October and will continue hosting the tea every even-numbered month. The Ladies’ Tea is held on the third Tuesday of each month at 1 PM in the Tri-Lakes Senior Center. For information about Bonaventure Senior Living visit their web site at www.BonaventureSenior.com or call 719 434-5230. www.TriLakesSeniors.org Tri-Lakes HAP Senior Beat Monument Homemakers Thursday, November 7, 11:30 AM Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Complex 166 Second Street; Monument The November meeting is a Thanksgiving Dinner theme with turkey and all the trimmings. We have invited the fire department employees to join us. We are to bring our gifts for the Indian Children and a wrapped shoebox filled with a gift for a senior man or woman on the Indian Reservation and any gifts for the children that you would like to donate, indicating for girl or boy, age, and size (if clothing) on the wrapped gift. The December meeting is Thursday, December th 5 . There will be a special holiday music program by the High School choir. Bring an appetizer; soup will be provided. These are special meetings that you will not want to miss. “First-time” guests get a special gift for coming. Please call Irene—719 481-1188—if you are a “first-time” guest so she can make one of her handmade gifts for you. Anyone needing a ride to the meeting, please contact Faye Brenneman at 488-0076. November 2013 SENIORS Blue Book The latest edition of the Seniors Blue Book is now available at the Seniors Center. This free publication is a handy reference to the extensive variety of resources supporting senior citizens throughout the Pikes Peak region. Stop by the Tri-Lakes Seniors Center to pick up your copy. Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership Board of Directors express a special “Thank You” to Staples in Monument Marketpace for their support of HAP programs by contributing to the HAP general fund. HAP Seniors Working Group Meet second Monday of each month, 1 - 2 PM, Senior Center This working group is a standing committee of the Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership Board of Directors. The Group oversees HAP programs for senior citizens and examines potential new programs. Anyone interested in supporting programs for senior citizens is encouraged to attend this open monthly meeting. Senior Safety Handyman Services Senior Safety Handyman Services is a unique program funded by the Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging. It provides seniors age 60 and over, in the Tri-Lakes area, an opportunity to have safety related repair jobs accomplished by volunteers and paid contractors. To request our service, please call 488-0076 and leave a message for Cindy Rush. We check messages daily. More information is on our web site: TriLakes-mcts-sshs.org. www.TriLakesSeniors.org 3 November 2013 Free Transportation For Senior Citizens Transportation for Tri-Lakes and surrounding area seniors 60+ is provided free by the Mountain Community Transportation for Seniors (MCTS) program, funded by the Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging. Donations are gratefully accepted. MCTS transports seniors to medical appointments in Colorado Springs Mondays through Thursdays. In the Tri-Lakes and surrounding areas transport is provided for any need, including YMCA, Senior Meals, Senior Center, groceries, appointments, etc. To schedule a ride: Call 488-0076. Please schedule a week in advance Village Inn for breakfast, then Walmart: Call Jody 481-4824 to schedule a pick-up. Passenger pickup at your home begins 9:30 AM. For more information, visit our web site www.TriLakes-mcts-sshs.org Volunteers Needed Additional volunteer drivers are urgently needed to meet the growing demands of our ever -increasing senior population. Volunteers receive an orientation after criminal and driving records have been screened. Mileage is reimbursed if volunteers use their own vehicle. This is a very flexible program and volunteers can be involved as much as they prefer. MCTS operates Monday through Thursday. If you are interested in helping support this worthwhile program and have questions, or are ready to volunteer some of your time, contact Faye Brennerman at 481-2527 or the MCTS dispatcher at 488-0076. Tri-Lakes HAP Blood Drive Tuesday Nov 19 3 to 7 PM at Tri-Lakes Cares 235 Jefferson St. Monument No appointment necessary. A driver’s license is required. 4 Tri-Lakes HAP Senior Beat Pikes Peak Library District Monument Branch Life Circles First and third Mondays, 9:30–11 AM This supportive group provides discipline, inspiration, and structure during the process of writing one’s memories or history. Socrates Café Tuesdays, 1–3 PM This adult group discusses philosophy, religions, spirituality, and the common threads among humanity. Call 488-2370 for more information. Senior Synergy Tuesdays, 1–3 PM All seniors are welcome to share conversation and a cup of coffee in this casual discussion group. Call 488-2370 for more information. Monumental Readers Friday, November 15, 10–noon All patrons are welcome to attend this monthly book club. This month: The Buddah in the Attic by Julie Otsuka. History Buffs Wednesday, November 27, 1–3 PM Every month this group picks a period of history and participants read any book of their choice from that time period. Expect a lively discussion about the era! This group is open to anyone interested in history. The non-partisan Colorado Senior Lobby will have a training class on December 9, 2013. All members and non-members can participate. This will involve how to communicate with your legislators and their staff. It will also review the procedures for testifying at a committee hearing. One of the services provided by the Senior Lobby is to assist anyone who wants to testify, including accompanying them to the hearing room. For more information, contact the Colorado Senior Lobby at 303-832-4535, or visit their web site at www.ColoradoSeniorLobby.org. www.TriLakesSeniors.org Tri-Lakes HAP Senior Beat November 2013 VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION The art of caring. The heart of caring Tri-Lakes HAP-py Feet Foot Care Clinic Second Wednesday of each month (by appointment only) $30 per appointment (limited financial assistance available from Tri-Lakes HAP for qualifying applicants) SERVICES INCLUDE: Thirty minutes with a registered nurse Callous and corn buffing For appointments Toenail clipping/trimming/filing call Circulation check Visiting Nurse Monofilament test Association Skin condition check at Pulse check in both feet 303 698-6496 Blood pressure check Foot care education Foot Care Clinic is located in the Senior Citizens Center on Lewis-Palmer High School campus, across Jackson Creek Parkway from the YMCA. Supported by Monument Hill Kiwanis Local Businesses Offering Senior Discounts Rosie’s Diner—10% discount Chili’s—10% discount Village Inn—10% discount Arby’s—10% discount Tri-Lakes Fitness Center Carnival Cat & Canine Care—15% discount on cats Bright Meadow Dog Grooming Tri-Lakes Disposal Christian Brothers Automotive Three Margaritas—10% discount If you know of any local business that should be added or removed from this list please call HAP at 464-6873 or send an email to [email protected]. www.TriLakesSeniors.org presents WHO KILLED OFFICER BURCHFIELD? Thursday, November 21; 7 PM Palmer Lake Town Hall, 28 Valley Crescent; Palmer Lake Dwight Haverkorn, retired Colorado Springs Police Detective, returns with details of a “cold case” involving the killing of Colorado Springs Police Department Officer Richard Stanley Burchfield on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 1953. Officer Burchfield was on duty that day when he made contact with a person that had been responsible for a string of personal robberies. Burchfield was shot nine times with a .22-caliber Colt semi-automatic pistol. To this day, the file has continued to be carried as an open homicide investigation. Dwight has conducted extensive research on unsolved crimes in Colorado Springs, some dating back over a century. In a previous presentation to the Historical Society, Dwight shared an interesting theory developed from his research about a string of axe murders committed in Colorado Springs in the early 1900s. It has been sixty years since Officer Burchfield was gunned down. Has Dwight found more to this story? This event is free and refreshments will be served after the presentation. www.PalmerDivideHistory.org HAP is looking for a volunteer interested in producing this monthly Senior Beat newsletter. If you think you’d like to be part of the HAP team supporting local senior citizens, send an email to [email protected]. We’d like to hear from you! 5 November 2013 Tri-Lakes HAP Senior Beat Lunches are not served on D-38 snow days, snow-delay days, and legal holidays. November Lunch Menu Mondays and Thursdays Wednesdays Noon at 166 Second Street, Monument Noon at 146 Jefferson Street, Monument Tri-Lakes Monument Fire Protection District Administration Complex School District 38 Admin Building, “Big Red” $2 voluntary donation suggested Monday, Nov 4 – Beef chow mein, brown rice, cauliflower, canned mandarin oranges, egg roll, trial mix. Thursday, Nov 7 – No meal on first Thursday. Monday, Nov 11 – Veteran’s Day. No meal. Thursday, Nov 14 – Roast beef with gravy, boiled potatoes, California blend vegetables, roll, fresh orange, cookie. Bingo follows lunch. Monday, Nov 18 – Pepper steak, brown rice, carrots, bread, orange juice, trail mix. Thursday, Nov 21– Pork chops with gravy, baby bakers, broccoli, roll, banana, cookie. Monday, Nov 25 – Beef stew, lima beans, biscuit, V-8 juice, cookie. Thursday, Nov 28 – Thanksgiving Day. No meal served. Low-fat milk is served with every meal. $3 voluntary donation suggested Nov 6 – Ham, scalloped potatoes and salad. Free blood pressure screening. Nov 13 – Raspberry chipotle chicken, roasted potatoes. Nov 20 – Barbeque pork sandwich, potato salad and pickle. Free blood pressure screening. Nov 27 – No meal served. Happy Thanksgiving! Rolls and butter served with each meal except sandwiches. Dessert included. Meals at Big Red are prepared by Pinecrest Catering of Palmer Lake. Nikki McDonald, Executive Chef. 481-3307 Wednesday senior lunches are another proud activity of The Monday and Thursday luncheons are provided by the good folks at Golden Circle Nutrition Program as part of the Colorado Springs Housing Program. Meals are transported to Monument by volunteers of the Kiwanis Club of Monument Hill and are served by volunteers of various local groups and individuals. The Senior Beat is a free monthly publication of Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership. Subscriptions are available at no cost by sending a request by email to [email protected], or call HAP at 719 464-6873. The Senior Beat is also distributed in limited quantities to various local businesses. Paid advertisements are accepted for publication in the Senior Beat; please refer to the advertising guidelines and pricing available as a pdf file from www.TriLakesHAP.org, select Senior Programs, then Senior Beat Newsletter; or send an email to [email protected] requesting advertising information, or call 719 464-6873. 6 HAP Blood Pressure Clinic Tues, Oct. 29, 9 – 11 AM Tri-Lakes YMCA A free blood pressure screening for adults by a nurse who will read, interpret and record your blood pressure. www.TriLakesSeniors.org Tri-Lakes HAP Senior Beat November 2013 The Center is closed all D-38 snow days, snow-delay days, and legal holidays. Senior Citizens Center Located in the Lewis-Palmer High School modular building across from the YMCA, on Jackson Creek Parkway Open Tuesday through Friday, 1 – 4 PM, and other times to accommodate a scheduled activity. No membership fees. November Program Schedule Senior Center Phone Number Please check our web site, www.TriLakesSeniors.org, for schedule updates. Open Tuesday through Friday 1- 4 PM nd 2 Monday 1-2 Seniors Working Group hosted by HAP. You can reach the Center at (719) 757-1423. However there is no paid staff at the Senior Center. Calls, when answered, are answered by volunteers; please be patient. Tuesdays Noon–4 PM Pinochle hosted by Gerry Tuesdays 1:15–2:15 PM Line Dancing hosted by Kay 3rd Tuesday 1–3 PM Ladies Tea: Theme: Fall Harvest. Sponsored by Castle Rock Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Please bring a dish, salad or dessert to share and dress in fall colors to share. Questions? Call Irene (484-0517). 2nd Wednesday Foot Care Clinic by appointment only. 3rd Wednesday 1–3 PM Bingo hosted by Curt Wednesdays 2:15 Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance Coming soon. Call Melinda at 649-3535 for start date and details. Thursdays 1–4 PM Pinochle hosted by Gerry Thursdays 1:15–2:15 PM Zumba hosted by Kay A fun workout with Latin and International music. d 2 & 4th Thursdays 1–4 PM Bridge no host Fridays 1–4 PM National Mah jong hosted by Jo Ann Fridays 1–4 Cribbage no host Also available Cable programs on big screen TV Board games Lending library PC w/Internet Refreshments Information table Treadmill Ping pong Relax and socialize www.TriLakesSeniors.org If you have an event you would like to schedule, even if outside the advertised operating hours of the Senior Citizens Center, please contact Gerry by email ([email protected]) for scheduling information. The Senior Center facility is made available to the community by the generosity of Lewis Palmer School District 38. 7 PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID MONUMENT, CO 80132 PERMIT NO. 57 November 2013 c/o Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership P.O. Box 2931 Monument, CO 80132 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED Senior Beat is a free monthly newsletter provided by the Tri-Lakes Health Advocacy Partnership (HAP). To subscribe call HAP at 464-6873 or send your name and mailing address by email to [email protected]. DONATIONS NEEDED Partnering for a healthier community! 790 Hwy 105, Suite D; Palmer Lake Open Monday-Saturday, 10 AM - 4 PM November Specials When your garage sale is finished and you’re wondering what to do with the non-clothing items that didn’t sell, why not consider donating them to the Tri-Lakes HAP Thrift Store? HAP is a nonprofit organization and sales from the Thrift Store go toward supporting local programs for senior citizens. Plus, your donations may be taxdeductible; donation receipts are provided. Store hours are 10 to 4, Monday through Saturday. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 20% off all toys Half off all books Every Wednesday, seniors get a 20% discount Have some free time and want to make new friends? Become a Thrift Store volunteer. Join a great team helping the community. Call 488-3495 today! Fire Station Proceeds support Tri-Lakes HAP Senior Programs. The Tri-Lakes HAP Thrift Store is in dire need of volunteers to help operate the store and for other tasks. Volunteers work one 3 hour shift once a week, fill in occasionally during the absence of a volunteer at the store, or just help move items from storage into the store on an irregular basis. Volunteers with trucks for transporting donated items are also sought. If you would like to help, please call 488-3495 today. It takes so little time and does so much good for the community. The Thrift store proceeds support programs and a Senior Center for senior citizens in this area.
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