Guide - Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin
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Guide - Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin
FR EE www.adrc-cw.com 888-486-9545 Monthly Guide AUGUST 2016 RESOURCES FOR OLDER ADULTS, ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES AND CAREGIVERS LET NATURE HELP YOU ACHIEVE YOUR WELLNESS GOALS THIS SUMMER Driving and Aging Accessing the Outdoors LANGLADE, LINCOLN, MARATHON AND WOOD COUNTIES ADRC INFO MISSION: The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin promotes choice and independence through personalized education, advocacy, and access to services that prevent, delay, and lessen the impacts of aging and disabilities in the lives of adults. VISION: www.adrc-cw.com We are widely recognized as the preferred choice for initial contact and early access to information and resources that prevent, delay and lessen the impacts of aging and disabilities in the lives of adults. Our regional resource center promotes easy access to innovative ADRC services so that our consumers participate in the community as they desire, and live with dignity, respect, health and purpose. ANTIGO OFFICE 1225 Langlade Road Antigo, WI 54409 715-627-6232 Toll Free 888-486-9545 SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION The Monthly Guide can be mailed to you for a small fee of $12.00 annually. Subscriptions for our 4 county service area run January to December and can be mailed to any location. Please mail your name, address and payment to our Marshfield Office: Aging & Disability Resource Center - Monthly Guide 300 S Peach Ave., Suite 1 Marshfield, WI 54449 DONATIONS TO THE ADRC-CW In order to assist the ADRC-CW accomplish our mission of preventing, delaying, and lessening the impacts of aging and disabilities in the lives of adults, we do accept donations. Donations may be used where they are needed most, or a donation may be targeted for any of the following purposes: • Healthy Living Programs • Elderly Nutrition Program • Funds for Direct Services to Older Adults • Benefit Specialist Program • Funds for Direct Services to Disabled Adults Donations to be used anywhere in the four-county region may be sent to our administrative office at: Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin 1000 Lakeview Drive Wausau, WI 54403 MARSHFIELD OFFICE 300 S. Peach Ave., Suite 1 Marshfield, WI 54449 715-384-8479 Toll Free 888-486-9545 MERRILL OFFICE 607 North Sales St., Suite 206 Merrill, WI 54452 715-536-0311 Toll Free 888-486-9545 Please include contact information and how you’d like the donation to be used. For any questions about donations, you may call our toll free number at 1-888-486-9545. Monthly Guide ADVERTISING INFORMATION Wausau Buyers’ Guide 715-842-4424 Merrill Foto News 715-536-7121 PUBLISHER Patrick J. Wood Marshfield Buyers’ Guide GROUP MANAGER 715-384-4440 1-800-559-1129 Nick Wood WAUSAU OFFICE 1000 Lakeview Dr. Wausau, WI 54403 715-261-6070 Toll Free 888-486-9545 GENERAL MANAGERS Dave Wood Tim Schreiber [email protected] [email protected] GRAPHIC DESIGNER Cody Popp PRINTER Print-N-Press 2 Aging & Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin Monthly Guide is published monthly by Multi Media Channels, LLC, 600 Industrial Drive, Waupaca, WI 54981. © Copyright Multi Media Channels LLC 2016. All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication or any of its contents may be reproduced, copied, modified, or adapted without the prior written consent of Multi Media Channels LLC. ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 WISCONSIN RAPIDS OFFICE 220 3rd Ave. S, Suite 1 Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 715-421-0014 Toll Free 888-486-9545 GENERAL GENERAL INFORMATION TOMAHAWK ADRC Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Caregiver Connection Driving and Aging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Donation Thank You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Energy Assistance Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Medicare Basics Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Prevention Just Makes Sense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 The Bridge Accessing the Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Wellness Window Let Nature Help You Achieve Your Wellness Goals this Summer . . . . . . . . . . 4 Walking Through the Maze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Education Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Elderly Benefit Specialist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Fitness Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Senior Community Center Calendar . . . . . . . . . 27 Support Groups/Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 WAUSAU NUTRITION WISCONSIN RAPIDS Café 60 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Dining Site & Meals on Wheels Menus . . . . . 12-13 Dining Site Locations and Serving Times . . . . . 10 Eligibility, Contributions and Reservations . . . . 10 Meals on Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Senior Dining Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 AARP Smart Driver Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Education Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Fitness Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Lowell Center Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Support Groups/Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 ANTIGO Education Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Fitness Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Support Groups/Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Blood Pressure Clinics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Community Group Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Educational Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Fitness Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Support Groups/Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Aspirus At Home Compassionate Support • Nursing/Therapy • Laundry/Housekeeping • Bathing/Personal Care • Oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP • Break for caregiver/ Respite care • Crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, scooters • Beds, Bathroom aids, Wound supplies • Hospice Care • Lifeline Medical Alert MARSHFIELD AARP Smart Driver Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Education Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Fitness Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 MSCC Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Support Groups/Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 MERRILL Education Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Elderly Benefit Specialist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Fitness Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Merrill Area Community Enrichment Center . . . 24 Support Groups/Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 For more information call 715.847.2600 AAHADS-001 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 3 Wellness Window Let Nature help you achieve your wellness goals this summer… no matter what your abilities are By Erin Wells Community Resources Manager Some of us think of spending quality time with Mother Nature as an opportunity to be a constant snack for mosquitoes along with heat, sunburns and dirt. Others think of the outdoors as an essential experience to meet their goal of wellbeing. Spending time with nature can be a way to connect with family and friends. Just being outdoors, whether relaxing or doing an activity can be both energizing and calming. Nature can also provide a quiet place to connect or reconnect with your spirituality. Imagine the challenges you might experience if you wanted to enjoy the outdoors but had different abilities. Maybe you need wheelchair accessible environments. Perhaps you need an outlet for your medical equipment. Possibly you need a hospital bed to comfortably accommodate you during the night or you need a lift to get in and out of bed. Maybe you loved spending time at the beach, camping, hunting, kayaking or skiing but an accident or illness changed how you can use your body. Or just maybe you never thought you’d have the opportunity to try any of these activities because of an illness, condition or disability. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has those needs in mind as they continue to build a more inclusive and welcoming State Park System. Accessible cabins have been designed for those needing alternative options to be able to enjoy the parks. The Park System has 10 accessible cabins located throughout Wisconsin and they are reserved 4 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 for individuals with disabilities and their guests. The cabins must be reserved ahead of time and preplanning is a must with a limited number of cabins available. The Park System even has two rustic cabins available for individuals with disabilities. The cabins are located at 8 of our beautiful State Parks: Buckhorn, Harrington Beach, High Cliff, Kettle Moraine, Kohler-Andrae, Mirror Lake, Potawatomi and Richard Bong Recreation Area. If camping doesn’t suit you but you would still like to enjoy a day at the state parks look into accessible trails or rent an adapted kayak. According to the Department of Natural Resources, “Wisconsin state parks, forests and trails have more than 650 miles of trails that are accessible to wheelchair users and others with mobility impairments.” The DNR also makes adapted kayaks available at some of the state parks (Buckhorn, Council Grounds, Devil’s Lake, Mirror Lake, and Perrot). An accessible kayak can be rented from the parks by the day. The Department of Natural Resources has other options for individual of all abilities that want to connect to the “great outdoors.” Every fishing pier that is built by the DNR has to be accessible and designed to accommodate wheelchairs: wide enough to turn around, lower railings and rod holders. The DNR also has accessible beaches at various State Parks. In the winter months, adapted cross country skiing equipment and gentle, well groomed trails can be found at a handful of the State Parks. Hunting opportunities and accessible wildlife blinds are located throughout the state at various State Parks. Also, if you are interested in accessing the outdoors no matter your ability, research some of the other agencies and organizations that are working to connect and/or educate about opportunities to connect individuals with disabilities to the outdoors: • Midstate Independent Living Consultants: milc-inc.org/ or 800-382-8484 For more information, visit “Open the Outdoors” Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources: http:// dnr.wi.gov/topic/openoutdoors/ Summertime gives us a great opportunity to explore the outdoors and let Mother Nature help you achieve wellness in many areas of your life. A few places to start: For more information on resources or opportunities for adults with disabilities, please contact your local Aging and Disability Resource Center. For those living in Langlade, Lincoln, Marathon and Wood Counties call the ADRC of Central Wisconsin at 888-486-9545. • Fishing Has No Boundaries: fhnbinc.org or 800-243-3462 • Challenge the Outdoors: ctoforme.org or 920-593-6300 • North American Squirrel Association: nasasquirrel.org or 608- 234-5988 • Adaptive Sportsman: adaptivesportsman.org/index.html Sources: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Open the Outdoors. http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/openoutdoors/ ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 5 Caregiver Connection DRIVING& AGING Driving is a critical issue for seniors. Not only are many older drivers at a higher risk for road accidents, people over 65 are more likely to be seriously hurt in a vehicle accident. Many caregivers are concerned about their older loved one taking the wheel but have a difficult time approaching this sensitive subject. Many seniors continue to be good, safe drivers as they age, but there are normal changes that can affect driving skills. As joints get stiff, muscles weaken and reflexes are slowed it is more difficult to turn your head to look back, steer quickly or safely hit the breaks. Eyesight and vision changes also can affect safe driving. Medical conditions such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, arthritis and strokes may also affect driving as well as the medications taken to combat these and other illnesses. Being able to drive is more than just getting where you want to go. It is a symbol of freedom, independence and self-sufficiency. But there may be a time when driving is no longer safe. How does one go about taking this privilege away from the person they love? It is important to know the warning signs of unsafe driving. (Look at the driving behaviors over a period of time, not just one trip.) 6 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 • Abrupt lane changes, braking or accelerating • Trouble navigating turns • Drifts into other lanes • Confusion at exits • Near misses • Confusing brake and gas pedals • Delayed responses to unexpected situations • Failure to observe traffic signs • Increased agitation or irritation while driving • Driving at inappropriate speeds • Fails to pay attention to signs, signals or pedestrians If you notice any of these warning signs it is time to initiate change. Start by scheduling a driving evaluation through the local DMV and/or refresher driving lessons. Try finding ways to reduce the amount of driving by ordering things through the mail, using public transportation or finding others to give rides when able. Having friends and family members stop by on a regular basis to offer help with errands, etc. is another good approach. When it is clear that driving is no longer safe at all, start slowly and respectfully in persuading the person to give up his/her keys. Talk about safety – theirs and others on the road. Talk about options for getting around (public transportation, friends, family, taxi) - hopefully some of these are already in place. Emphasize the cost savings associated with giving up a car: gas, insurance, repairs, fees, etc. The money saved can be used to pay for taxis or other transportation services. Use the confirmation of family, friends and physician to back up your concern for the person’s safety. Plan to visit the person weekly at a designated time to assist with things like shopping and appointments. Also be sure that transportation is available to meet their social needs as well. If the person refuses to quit driving, it may be necessary to take away the car keys, disable the car or remove it from their residence. A physician can write a prescription stating “no driving” and/or a local police officer could explain the importance of safe driving and the legal implications of unsafe driving. Do not jeopardize the safety of your loved one or others by ignoring the issue of unsafe driving. Additional resources on this subject are available through AARP, the Alzheimer’s Association and the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin (888-486-9545). Jane Mahoney, Older Americans Act Consultant Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources, used with permission. when home is where you want to be Keeping you at home with home health, hospice, infusion therapy and supportive care services. Home Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.397.0270 Hospice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.397.4216 IV Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 800.648.8055 Supportive Care Services . . . . . 844.601.3899 Life Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715.204.3448 ministryhomecare.org 05200595 05193954 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 7 The BRIDGE The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin is not just for older adults. Accessing the Outdoors… 8 Paddling a kayak can be a great way to enjoy the cool water of lakes, rivers and other waterways that beckon on hot summer days and the beautiful shores lined with colored foliage on fall days. with hand braces for individuals with a limited grip for ease of paddling. All these modifications can be adjusted or removed depending on the person’s level of ability. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources offers adaptive kayaks for people with physical disabilities at Buckhorn, Council Grounds, Devil’s Lake, Mirror Lake and Perrot State Parks. These kayaks have adjustable outriggers near the back of the kayak that provide stability on the water. The seats are modified with a raised back and side supports to provide more security and comfort when paddling. In addition the paddle has been adapted For more information about adaptive kayaks or other recreational opportunities in the state go to dnr. wi.gov/topic/openoutdoors/equipment.html or contact Anthonette Gilpatrick, DNR Accessibility Coordinator at 608-267-7490. ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 Submitted by: Joan Breden, Resource Specialist Source: Wisconsin DNR Open the Outdoors website Retrieved on June 22, 2016 from http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/openoutdoors/ Cedar Rail & Parkview Apartments Experience Quality Independent Living 1 Bedroom Floor Plans Many Amenities Social Activity Program Rent is Based on Income WISCONSIN RAPIDS To learn more, please call today! CHULA VISTA MANOR NORRIS MANOR Phone: 715-387-0528 1412Huntington S. Adams Avenue 1200 Boulevard 1412 S. Adams Avenue Main Office - Cedar Rail Court 715.421.5353 715.387.4419 601www.meridiangroupinc.net S. Cedar Ave., Marshfield, WI 54449 MARSHFIELD 05200593 05029042 WI-5001731620 Cedar Rail & Parkview Apartments SOLD Experience Quality Independent Living To learn more, please call today! Phone: 715-387-0528 Main Office - Cedar Rail Court 601 S. Cedar Ave., Marshfield, WI 54449 WI-5001731620 05029042 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 9 NUTRITION SENIOR DINING ELIGIBILITY Who is eligible for Senior Dining? • Anyone age 60 or older, and their spouse. • A disabled individual who resides at home with an eligible older individual who participates in the program. • A person with a disability, under age 60, who resides in senior housing where Senior Dining is provided. (Includes: 10th Ave., Huntington, Riverview Towers, Park Place, Jenny Towers, Cedar Rail, Parkview Marshfield) CONTRIBUTIONS Suggested Contribution: $3.50 per meal Your contribution is very important to continued success of this Nutrition Program. Did you know? Some program costs are covered by local, state & Federal grant dollars, however we rely on participant contributions to cover about 30% of our program costs. No eligible person will be denied a meal due to inability to give a contribution. The full meal cost is $9.30 per meal RESERVATIONS For more information, or for reservations, call the numbers on the right, or call 888-486-9545. Reservations are needed by 12:00 Noon ONE business day in advance. 10 LOCATION DAY/TIME MEALS ANTIGO Saints Mary & Hyacinth Church 819 3rd Avenue, Antigo 54409 715-627-6232 Elcho Community Center N11234 Dorr Street, Elcho 54428 715-627-6232 St. Mary’s Church, Pickerel N9155 Highway 55, Pickerel 54465 715-627-6232 White Lake Community Center 615 School Street, White Lake 54491 715-627-6232 Monday - Friday 11:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 11:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday 11:30 a.m. MARSHFIELD Cedar Rail Apartments 601 South Cedar Avenue, Marshfield 54449 715-384-8479 Parkview Apartments 606 South Walnut Avenue, Marshfield 54449 715-384-8479 Monday - Friday 11:45 a.m. Monday - Friday 11:45 a.m. MERRILL Jenny Towers Apartments 711 E. 1st Street, Merrill 54452 715-536-0311 Park Place 215 Grand Avenue, Merrill 54452 715-536-0311 Monday - Friday 11:30 a.m. Monday - Friday 11:30 a.m. TOMAHAWK Tomahawk Senior Center 113 S. Tomahawk Ave., Tomahawk 54487 715-536-0311 Monday - Friday 11:30 a.m. WAUSAU Riverview Towers Apartments 500 Grand Avenue, Wausau 54403 715-842-7266 WISCONSIN RAPIDS Centralia Center 220 3rd Avenue South, Wis. Rapids 54495 715-421-0014 Huntington House 2521 10th Street South, Wis. Rapids 54494 715-421-0014 10th Avenue 220 10th Avenue North, Wis. Rapids 54495 715-421-0014 Nekoosa Area Community Sr. Center 416 Crestview Lane, Nekoosa 54457 715-421-0014 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 Monday - Friday 11:30 a.m. Monday - Friday 11:45 a.m. Monday - Friday 11:45 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday 11:45 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 p.m. NUTRITION CAFÉ 60 DINING Enjoy a balanced meal & social opportunities. Eligibility is the same as Senior Dining. To get started, you’ll need to complete a registration form & request coupons to get started. Then you use your coupon to eat at a Café 60 approved restaurant any time the restaurant is open, and order from the Café 60 menu. For information on getting started, pick up a packet of information with the registration form at any Café 60 location, or call the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Central WI. 715-261-6070 or 888-486-9545. Suggested Café 60 Meal contributions are $4.25 per meal, and include gratuity. No eligible person is denied a meal due to inability to contribute. The full meal cost is $9.30 per meal SENIOR DINING ACTIVITIES ANTIGO TOMAHAWK MERRILL WAUSAU 4th August Birthdays 10th Fair day 18th Back to School MARSHFIELD CEDAR RAIL 2nd Birthdays 9th Fair Day 18th Back to School PARKVIEW 2nd Birthdays 9th Fair Day 18th Back to School WISCONSIN RAPIDS Athens Country Café 220 Alfred St, Athens, WI 54411 Tuesday-Thursday: 6:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Friday: 6:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 6:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Closed Mondays The Gathering Place 5355 2nd Avenue, Pittsville, WI 54466 Open 7 days per week Monday-Thursday & Saturday: 6:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. • Sunday: 6:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Korner Kitchen W4090 Highway H Edgar, WI 54426 Open 7 days per week: 6:00 a.m – 10:00 p.m. Severt’s Fine Foods 104 West Meadow Street Stratford, WI 54484 Open 7 days per week: 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Open until 9:00 p.m. Fridays MEALS ON WHEELS Who is eligible for Meals on Wheels? Each of the following criteria must be met to be eligible for Meals on Wheels 1) 60 years or older, or the spouse of someone who participates in the program 2) Must be homebound (does not leave the home under normal circumstances) 3) Be physically or emotionally unable to obtain food/prepare adequate meals. Each request for Meals on Wheels is evaluated on an individual basis. For more information call 888-486-9545. Suggested Contribution for eligible individuals: Meals on Wheels $4.25 No eligible person is denied a meal due to inability to contribute. The full meal cost is $9.00 per meal. CENTRALIA CENTER 1st 2nd 5th 9th 12th 15th 18th 19th 22nd 26nd BINGO at 11:15 a.m. Birthday and Anniversary Celebration Funny Friday - Share your funny jokes or stories Fair Day Enjoy some lemonade as we reminisce about visiting county or state fairs Funny Friday - Share your funny jokes or stories BINGO at 11:15 a.m. Back to School Celebration Enjoy ice cream sandwiches as we reminisce about past school days. Bring in any school photos that you may have. Funny Friday - Share your funny jokes or stories Vacation Memory Day Share your favorite vacation memories, either recent or years past Funny Friday - Share your funny jokes or stories HUNTINGTON - NEKOOSA 2nd Birthdays 9th Fair Day 18th Back to School 10TH AVENUE 2nd Bingo with Pam 3rd Sing along with Rhenea at 10:30 a.m. 9th Fair Day 11th Wheel of Fortune 18th Back to School Bingo 25th Bingo with Faith 30th Wheel of Fortune Monday & Thursday 9:30 a.m. - “Sit n’ Be Fit” chair exercises ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 11 NUTRITION ANTIGO, MERRILL, TOMAHAWK and WAUSAU AUGUST DINING SITE & MEALS ON WHEELS MENU All meals are prepared with no added salt and are served with skim, 2% or chocolate milk. Menus are subject to change without notice. TUESDAY MONDAY 1 Creamy Chicken Vegetable Casserole Carrots Whole Wheat Bread Citrus Salad 8 Chef Salad w/Romaine Lettuce,Tomatoes, Diced Turkey, Hard Boiled Egg, Shredded Cheese, Dressing Fresh Roll Split Pea Soup Cookie 15 Beef Stew with Potatoes, Onions & Carrots Whole Kernel Corn Biscuit Pumpkin Bar 2 WEDNESDAY 4 5 9 10 BIRTHDAYS 11 12 16 COUNTY FAIR CELEBRATION 17 18 19 BACK TO SCHOOL MEMORIES 25 26 Boneless BBQ Pork Rib Baked Sweet Potato Cauliflower Wheat Bread Mandarin Oranges Tuna Pasta Salad on a Bed of Romaine Lettuce Tomato Wedges Dinner Roll Mandarin Oranges Cookie Hearty Bean Soup Ham & Swiss on Rye Romaine Lettuce & Tomato Slice Mustard/Mayo Grape Juice Rice Krispie Treat Brat on a Bun Steamed Onions Ketchup & Mustard Baked Beans Creamy Cucumber Salad Éclair Dessert Meatballs Mashed Potatoes Broccoli Marble Rye Bread Cherry Waldorf Jell-O Salad 23 24 29 30 31 Chicken Breast On a Fresh Roll w/Romaine Lettuce, Tomato Slice/Mayo Baked Beans Potato Salad Butterscotch Pudding 12 FRIDAY 3 Lasagna Green Beans Garlic Breadstick Cantaloupe Brownie 22 Simply Delicious Pork Parsley Buttered Potatoes Beet Salad Whole Wheat Bread Cinnamon Applesauce THURSDAY Herb Baked Fish Tartar Sauce Mashed Potatoes Creamy Coleslaw Oat Bran Bread Orange Sherbet Jello Dessert Spaghetti & Meat Sauce Mixed Green Salad w/ Spinach & Dressing Garlic Breadstick Fruit Yogurt ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 Chicken Salad On Croissant Romaine Lettuce & Tomato Slice Sliced Peaches Cookie Open Face Pork Sandwich Whipped Potatoes Gravy 3-Bean Salad Diced Summer Fruit Roast Beef Whipped Potatoes Gravy Peas Oat Bran Bread Birthday Cake Roast Turkey Whipped Potatoes Gravy Stuffing Green Beans Apricots Cranberry Glazed Chicken Breast Baked Potato Sour Cream Summer Veggie Salad Whole Wheat Bread Chocolate Cake Shepherd’s Pie Peas Strawberries Biscuit Angel Food Cake Herb Baked Fish Baby Red Potatoes Broccoli Rye Bread Honey Bee Ambrosia Chicken Parmesan Rotini Pasta Broccoli Whole Wheat Bread Banana Cream Pie Bar Rigatoni Casserole Cauliflower Dinner Roll Fresh Summer Fruit Peaches & Vanilla Pudding Calico Beans Carrots Creamy Cucumber Salad 12 Grain Bread Brownie All Meals Include: Margarine/Butter, Milk, Coffee, and Condiments (Coffee not included with Meals on Wheels) Menu subject to change without notice NUTRITION MARSHFIELD and WISCONSIN RAPIDS AUGUST DINING SITE & MEALS ON WHEELS MENU All meals are prepared with no added salt and are served with skim, 2% or chocolate milk. Menus are subject to change without notice. TUESDAY MONDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 2 3 4 5 8 BIRTHDAYS 9 10 11 12 15 16 17 18 19 Open Face Pork Sandwich on slice of bread Whipped Potatoes Gravy Red Cabbage Cinnamon Applesauce Poor Man’s Lobster Baby Red Potatoes Coleslaw Rye Bread Fresh Fruit Chef Salad with Romaine Lettuce, Tomatoes, Diced Turkey, Hard Boiled Egg, Shredded Cheese, Dressing Fresh Roll Split Pea Soup Cookie Chicken Breast Mushroom & Bacon Sauce Mashed Potatoes Beet Salad Whole Wheat Bread Birthday Cake Hamburger on a Bun Steamed Onions Ketchup Baked Beans Creamy Cucumber Salad Cream Puff Dessert Lemon Chicken Piccata Mashed Potatoes Brussels Sprouts Whole Wheat Bread Apple Bar Meat Lasagna Wax Beans Green Salad Dressing Garlic Breadstick Fruit Jell-O Dessert Chicken Salad Croissant Tossed Salad w/ Mixed Greens & Dressing Pineapple Cookie Shepherd’s Pie Peas Whole Wheat Bread Vanilla Pudding & Peaches 23 24 29 30 31 Herb Baked Fish Tartar Sauce Parsley Buttered Potatoes Peas Whole Wheat Bread Pineapple Roast Beef Gravy Mashed Potatoes Broccoli Whole Wheat Bread Pumpkin Bar Spaghetti & Meat Sauce Mixed Greens Salad w/ Spinach & Dressing Garlic Bread Diced Pears Pistachio Dessert BACK TO SCHOOL MEMORIES 22 Chicken Broccoli Casserole Summer Blend Veggies Whole Wheat Bread Mixed Fruit Baker’s Choice Dessert Crab Salad over Greens Tomato Wedges Dinner Roll Mandarin Oranges Lemon Bar Tuna Pasta Salad on a Bed of Romaine Lettuce Tomato Wedges Dinner Roll Mandarin Oranges Cookie Hearty Bean Soup Ham & Swiss on Rye Romaine Lettuce & Tomato, Mayo Grape Juice Tapioca Pudding Beef Stroganoff Mashed Potatoes Pea, Cheese, & Onion Salad Whole Wheat Bread Raspberry Sherbet Jell-O Roast Turkey Mashed Potatoes Stuffing Gravy Broccoli Cranberries Rhubarb Cake 25 Stuffed Green Pepper Casserole Carrots Whole Wheat Bread Strawberries Angel Food Cake Brat on a Bun Grilled Onions Ketchup Potato Salad Baked Beans Banana Cream Pie Bar Boneless BBQ Pork Rib Roasted Potatoes Steamed Baby Carrots Whole Wheat Bread Summer Dessert Chicken Breast on a Bun with Lettuce Leaf, Tomato Slice, & Mayo Baked Beans Summer Fruit Salad Blonde Brownie 26 Ranch Baked Chicken Baked Sweet Potato Broccoli Salad Whole Wheat Bread Vanilla Pudding All Meals Include: Margarine/Butter, Milk, Coffee, and Condiments (Coffee not included with Meals on Wheels) Menu subject to change without notice ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 13 GENERAL THANK YOU The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin has a mission to prevent, delay and lessen the impacts of aging and disabilities in our communities. We cannot achieve our mission alone and appreciate the communities’ support. Thank you to the following donors: • Mathew & Terese Derrico and Family • Gloria Trapp • Joann Maager • Mary & Bill Murphy • Our House Retirement • Dan Schmidt Thank you! The ADRC-CW accepts monetary donations which can either be earmarked for a specific purpose or be used to enhance the overall services to our customers. For more information, call 888-486-9545. ENERGY ASSISTANCE OUTREACH The Energy Assistance outreach dates have ended for the 2015-2016 season. Outreach dates will begin again in October 2016 and they will be posted at a later date. If you are interested in applying for Energy Assistance, the Weatherization program, or if you need help with a utility or fuel bill, please contact the Energy Assistance Crisis Line at 715-421-8659. PREVENTION JUST MAKES SENSE “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” – B. Franklin We hear the word prevention a lot these days in regards to health care, but what does prevention really mean? What might come to mind first is the old saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” yet it seems our health care system tends to focus more on treating disease. Prevention, on the other hand, focuses on sustaining good health, encouraging people to become active participants in maintaining their own health. 14 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 In 2011 Medicare began to change the way they offer health care by including a large number of preventive tests and screenings to their list of covered services. Over the past five years, that list has continued to grow. Things like cardiovascular disease screenings, bone mass measurements, mammograms and cancer screenings are now covered without a co-payment or deductible. A complete list of covered preventive services is available online at www.medicare.gov or at Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin, 1-888-486-9545. You can use this list to talk to your doctor about which preventive screenings are right for you. Medicare offers preventive services with the goal that everyone enrolled in Medicare use these benefits. Preventive care doesn’t only improve one’s own physical health, it is also an important step in reducing the cost of health care. The financial costs of treating chronic diseases like heart disease, cancer and diabetes are enormous. Add in the intangible costs of pain and suffering, and the very real economic costs of lost productivity, and the opportunity costs of chronic illness are simply unacceptable. Focusing on prevention also makes sense because it places the emphasis on treating the whole person instead of a condition or disease. When we help people take better care of their health, everyone in the community benefits. If we wait to pay for care as illness progresses, the price of health care for the country will continue to rise. Prevention just makes sense. Mike Graper – Outreach Specialist Adapted from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services GENERAL WALKING THROUGH THE MAZE MEDICARE BASICS CLASSES Sometimes we need to use medical equipment (walkers, rollators, and scooters) to access our surroundings. It can feel like navigating through a maze. We need to keep in mind the safety of ourselves and others when using medical equipment. We need to be aware of how these devices can impact our surroundings and how it might be difficult for someone to navigate the space around them. If you are new to Medicare, or will be soon, consider attending our Medicare basics class. CLASS SCHEDULE – PLEASE CALL TO REGISTER Location Date/Time • If you use a walker, wheel chair or scooter, be sure that you park it in a place that does not disrupt the flow of the area that you are utilizing and that it does not prevent someone else from utilizing the area. • Be courteous of others who also need to access the same space. Wausau ADRC-CW office 1000 Lakeview Drive Wausau, WI 54403 715-261-6070 Lakeview Room August 17th 4:00-6:30 p.m. September 7th 2:00-4:30 p.m. September 21st 9:00-11:30 a.m. August 10th 9:00-11:30 a.m. If you do not use assistive devices, you also have a responsibility to be respectful and accommodate as able. Antigo ADRC-CW office 1225 Langlade Road Antigo, WI 54409 715-627-6232 Board Room • Get permission from the individual to move his/her walker, scooter or wheelchair prior to moving it and then let that individual know where it was moved too. Tomahawk Senior Center 113 South Tomahawk Ave Tomahawk, WI 54487 715-454-5757 August 24th 1:00-3:00 p.m. Marshfield ADRC-CW office 300 S Peach Ave Marshfield, WI 54449 715-384-8479 August 15th 1:00-3:30 p.m. Merrill ADRC-CW office 607 N Sales Merrill, WI 54452 715-536-0311 North Conference Room August 11th 1:00-3:00 p.m. Wisconsin Rapids ADRC-CW office 220 3Rd Ave. South Suite 1 Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 715-421-0014 August 2nd 1:00-3:30 p.m. • If able and with permission, assist the individual with retrieving the piece of equipment s/he is using. By paying attention to your surroundings and being respectful of everyone, regardless of their abilities, we can all navigate this maze together. Submitted by Laurie Grefe Resource Specialist ADRC-CW Call Annette for a FREE Consultation at 05210238 Senior Moving * Downsizing * Estate Sales September 14th 1:00-3:30 p.m. September 28th 6:00-8:00 p.m. September 19th 1:00-3:30 p.m. September 8th 5:30-7:30 p.m. September 6th 1:00-3:30 p.m. 715-443-3051 www.caringtransitions.net/wausauwi • [email protected] ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 15 ANTIGO SUPPORT GROUPS/MEETINGS Blood Pressure Clinics 1st Wednesday of each month from 1-4 p.m. Langlade County Health Department 2nd Monday of each month from 11:15 a.m.-12 p.m. St. Mary’s-Pickerel 3rd Wednesday of each month from 9:30-10 a.m. 1St Ave Apartments (1006 Building)-Antigo 3rd Wednesday of each month from 11:15-11:45 a.m. Elcho Community Center For more information contact the Langlade County Health Dept at 715-627-6250. Every Wednesday from 9-11 a.m. Antigo Fire Department (Fourth Ave entrance) For more information contact the Antigo Fire Department at 715-623-3633 ext 140. Made-By-Hand Workshop 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. St. Mary & St. Hyacinth School Bring your own projects or help us make mittens, hats and scarfs for the needy in our community. Come and share ideas, learn new skills, and meet new people. For more information please call Barbara at 715623-5495. ANTIGO GATEWAY SQUARES Square Dance Club 2nd & 4th Sundays from 2 - 4:30 p.m. (some exceptions, call to verify) United Methodist Church 2034 W. 5th Avenue For more information call Rose Marie Kerner at 715623-2128 or Stacie Lauscher at 715-598-2907 or [email protected] Square dancing is a fun way to keep fit, stay mentally active and make friends. Couples and singles. No partner necessary. Spectators welcome. 16 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 FITNESS PROGRAMS ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE PROGRAM This group exercise program is designed specifically for people with arthritis and those with decreased joint mobility. It includes specially designed exercises to help increase joint flexibility, range of motion, maintain muscle strength and helps increase overall stamina. Through the recreational and socializing aspects, the program can help reduce pain, stiffness and feelings of isolation and depression. Classes meet 2 times a week for 45 minutes and sessions are 6 - 8 weeks long. Location Antigo - Senior Center Langlade County Health Services Gym 1225 Langlade Road Dates/Time Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00-10:00 a.m. Contact Kathy Boksa for more information: (715) 350-4210 STRONG BONES Strong Bones is an ongoing strength training program designed to help adults become or stay fit, strong, and healthy. Individuals will improve muscle strength, bone density, self-confidence, sleep and vitality. Also, participants have shown a decreased risk of diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression and obesity. Classes are offered for an hour, 2 times per week for 8 weeks. Location Antigo - Senior Center Langlade County Health Services Gym 1225 Langlade Road Dates/Time Mondays & Wednesdays 10:15-11:15 a.m. Location Antigo - Senior Center Langlade County Health Services Gym 1225 Langlade Road ANTIGO Contact Kathy Boksa for more information: 715-3504210 EDUCATION PROGRAMS MEDICARE BASICS An informative, helpful and free session will be presented at the ADRC in Antigo. Join in one of these sessions and learn about Medicare parts A through D, Medicare Supplement policies and other prescription drug coverage. Location Antigo ADRC-CW 1225 Langlade Road Antigo, WI 54409 Dates/Time August 10 9:00-11:30 a.m. September 14 1:00-3:30 p.m. October 12 9:00-11:30 a.m. Cost: FREE! Registration: Register early. Space is limited. Call the ADRC-CW at 715-627-6232 LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS PUT LIFE BACK IN YOUR LIFE! Living Well with Chronic Conditions is a 6-week program designed to help those with chronic health conditions build confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives. Throughout this six-week course, participants will learn about managing fatigue, pain, isolation, medication; exercises for balance, flexibility, and strength; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health care professionals; nutrition; and making informed treatment decisions. Classes meet 1 time per week for 2 ½ hours. Location Antigo - Langlade County Resource Center Building 837 Clermont Street Antigo, WI 54409 Dates/Time Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m. August 23 - September 27 Suggested Contribution: $10.00 for entire 6-week session Registration: Enrollment is limited; please call to reserve a spot. Call the ADRC-CW at 715-536-0311 to sign-up. TRANSPORTATION FREEDOM VAN ADDRESS: W9491 Cty Rd B Bryant, WI 54418 TELEPHONE: (866) 623-5906 DESCRIPTION: Provides handicap accessible to medical appointments and social events. NORTH CENTRAL CARAVANS SERVING LANGLADE COUNTY ADDRESS: N914 Cty Rd D Antigo WI 54409 TELEPHONE: (715) 623-2229 DESCRIPTION: Transports elderly and handicap individuals to and from medical appointments, shopping and church. MENOMINEE TRANSIT SERVING LANGLADE COUNTY TELEPHONE: (877) 648-9287 WEBSITE: http://www.mitwbus.com/ DESCRIPTION: public transportation throughout the Langlade County Community. We provide fixed route transportation throughout the City of Antigo Monday through Friday, 5 a.m.-11 p.m. MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT INC (MTM) TELEPHONE: (866) 907-1493 (800) 855-2880 (TTY) WEBSITE: www.mtm-inc.net/wisconsin/ DESCRIPTION: Rides can be scheduled Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Routine rides must be scheduled at least two business days in advance. Evergreen Terrace, LLC “EXCELLENCE IN ASSISTED LIVING” * 24 Hour Nursing Supervision--CBRF * Spacious Private Rooms with Baths * Supervision of Medications * Daily Activities & Community Outings * Beautician/Laundry/Housekeeping 715-623-0423 • 715 Ackley St. Antigo, WI. 54409 (www.evergreenterracellc.com) ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 05188744 Dates/Time Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00-10:00 a.m. 17 MARSHFIELD AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE For more than 30 years AARP driver safety has helped to keep millions of older drivers safe and confident while on the road. Now, you can experience the new AARP smart driver course-the latest from AARP driver safety. The new course is based on the latest driver safety research and insights. When you take the class, you will learn defensive driving methods and safety strategies to help refresh your knowledge of the rules of the road. Your auto insurance carrier may even give a discount if you complete the course. The new course fees are $15.00 for AARP members and $20.00 for nonmembers. Call 715-421-8989 to register or if you have any questions. Class date is Wednesday, September 7th, from 12:30pm to 4:30pm at the Aging and Disability Resource Center training room. TRANSPORTATION Marshfield Public Transit Call 715-384-6550. Please mention if a wheelchair accessible van is needed. Wheel of Independence, Inc. Call 715-423-7818 or 800-423-7818. Wood County Transportation Program The Wood County Elderly and Disabled Transportation program provides rides to persons over the age of 55, and people who have a disability that prevents them from driving. Rides are provided for shopping, to and from medical appointments or to other locations as needed. Marshfield Bus Transportation Bus transportation is provided Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. The bus is equipped with a wheelchair lift. The cost to ride the bus is $1.50 for a one-way ride. If shopping at Festival Food or Pick’n’Save, the store will pay for the cost of the fare. Rural shopping trips are provided on the north end of the county (Marshfield area) on the first and third Monday of each month. The route encompasses the rural area surrounding Marshfield, including the following communities: Arpin, Auburndale, Blenker and Sherry. The cost is $5 round trip. Other Services We are proud to offer Door-To-Door Service to our riders. This service includes carrying parcels to the first entryway, when needed. Please call with your transportation request by 12 noon, Monday through Friday, the day before you need your ride to allow us time to schedule your service. Other services offered include volunteer drivers for longer distance medical appointments and DAV Van for veterans. For more information or to schedule a ride, please call Wood County Human Services Community Resources at 715-389-0230. 18 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 MARSHFIELD EDUCATION PROGRAMS HEALTHY LIVING WITH DIABETES This program is designed to help adults with Type 2 Diabetes or pre-diabetes learn skills and increase their confidence in managing their diabetes. Healthy Living with Diabetes does not replace existing treatments, but rather complements the treatments a participant receives. Location Marshfield - Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 502 W McMillan St Date – Time Mondays October 17-November 21 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Suggested contribution: $10 Registration: Enrollment is limited. Please call to reserve a spot. *To register, call Ciara at the ADRC-CW at 1-888486-9545 LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS PUT LIFE BACK IN YOUR LIFE! This 6-week program is designed to help those with chronic health conditions build confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives. Throughout this six-week course, participants will learn about managing fatigue, pain, isolation, medication; exercises for balance, flexibility, and strength; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health care professionals; nutrition; and making informed treatment decisions. Call 1-888486-9545 for the next available workshop! your home for safety. This program is for any older adult who lives in their own home or independent apartment, able to walk without the help of another person, does not use a walker, scooter or wheelchair most of the time indoors, and is cognitively intact. Call 1-888-486-9545 for the next available workshop! MEDICARE BASICS Medicare Basics is informative, helpful, and free. Join in one of these sessions and learn about Medicare parts A through D, Medicare Supplement policies, and other prescription drug coverage. Location Marshfield Aging & Disability Resource Center - CW, 300 S Peach Ave. Date – Time August 15 September 19 1:00-3:30 p.m. FREE! Registration: Please call the ADRC-CW office in your location to register. Marshfield: 715-384-8479 Affordable housing opportunities for elderly, handicapped and qualified individuals and families. Our apartments offer clean, safe and secure living without the worry of maintenance and upkeep. Rent includes heat, water, sewer, electricity and reduced rates on tv service. POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS This program is designed to provide you with the tools you need to take care of yourself. Participants will learn to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, better communicate feelings, balance life, increase ability to make tough decisions, and locate helpful resources. Call 1-888-486-9545 for the next available workshop! PARK PLACE: JENNY TOWERS: 715-536-7386 715-536-3838 05231606 STEPPING ON – BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND REDUCING FALLS This program covers simple balance and strength exercises; the role vision plays in keeping your balance; how medication can contribute to falls; ways to stay safe when out and about in your community; what to look for in safe footwear; and how to check NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS 215 Grand Avenue Merrill, WI 54452 www.merrillha.com Stop in or call for a tour! ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 19 MARSHFIELD FITNESS PROGRAMS ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE PROGRAM This group exercise program is designed specifically for people with arthritis and those with decreased joint mobility. It includes specially designed exercises to help increase joint flexibility, range of motion, maintain muscle strength and helps increase overall stamina. Through the recreational and socializing aspects, the program can help reduce pain, stiffness and feelings of isolation and depression. Location & Registration Marshfield Senior Community Center (located at Marshfield Mall, old Hallmark store) Date – Time Contact Marshfield Parks and Recreation Dept. for more information: 715-486-2043 TAI CHI Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise that combines relaxed, fluid movement with a calm, alert mental state. It is a non-impact exercise that builds endurance and enhances flexibility, balance and coordination. Tai Chi can be practiced by most people of all ages and most physical conditions. Regular practice helps develop healthy breathing patterns and relaxation skills, while also strengthening the body with minimal stress to the joints, and improving coordination and strength. Location & Registration Senior Community Center, *Marshfield Mall, old Hallmark store Date – Time Contact Marshfield Parks and Recreation Dept. for more information: 715-486-2043 STRONG BONES This group strength training program is designed to help adults become or stay fit, strong, and healthy. Individuals will improve muscle strength, bone density, self-confidence, sleep and vitality. Also, participants have shown a decreased risk of diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression and obesity. Location Marshfield - Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 502 W McMillan St. Date – Time Contact Marshfield YMCA for more information. 715-387-4900 SUPPORT GROUPS/MEETINGS JAMES A. WILKES, MD DOUGLAS P. GALUK, MD TODD J. DUELLMAN, MD THOMAS C. SMEDBERG, MD SPECIALISTS IN: • Knee, Hip & Back Pain • Sports Medicine & Fracture Care • Total Joint Repair or Replacement 140 24th St. South • Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 (corner of Hwy 54 & Peach St) For Appointments Call (715) 424-1881 or Visit www.wroinstitute.com 20 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 Dementia Care Support Group Last Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Wesley United Methodist Church, Respite Room, 205 E 3rd St. Free respite care provided Contact Tanya 715-652-2103 or Marilyn 715-384-8478 Parkinson’s Support Groups 3rd Thursday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Wesley United Methodist Church, Community Room, 205 E 3rd St. Free respite care provided For more information call Marilyn at 715-384-8478 or email [email protected]. Foot Care Clinics 4th Wednesday of each month from 1-3 p.m. Stoney River Assisted Living MARSHFIELD Memory Café 2nd Wednesday of each month from 10:30 a.m.-Noon Wesley United Methodist Church 205 E 3rd St. Call 715-384-7007 for more info National Alliance on Mental Illness Connections Support 1st Wednesday of each month at 6:15 p.m. A Better Way Clubhouse, 205 S Cherry Ave. For more information call 715-897-5215 Huntington’s Disease Support Group For more information please contact Marilyn at 715384-8478. Benefit Specialists For assistance with Medicare, Social Security and SSI questions, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center Benefit Specialists in Marshfield, available Mon.-Fri. from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at 715-384-8479. Free Blood Pressure Checks Ministry Home Care provides free blood pressure checks at convenient locations every month. No appointment is necessary, and there is no cost. The next BP Checks will be held Tuesday, July 19, from 1-2 p.m. at Cedar Rail (601 South Cedar Avenue) in Marshfield and Donald Sykes Villa (420 West Fir Street) in Stratford. For more information, call Ministry Home Care at 800-397-0270. REGULARLY SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES The Marshfield Senior Community Center is located at 503 E Ives. Suite 101 (Old Hallmark Store). It is open Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. All Senior Citizens, 50 and older and their spouses, from the area are welcome to drop-in and participate in any or all activities. No membership dues are required in order to participate. Telephone number is 715-486-2055. Bingo: August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 1:00 p.m. and Friday August 12th after Brunch. Card Parties: Smear: August 10 & 24 at 1:00 p.m. (2nd & 4th Wednesday) Every Friday at 1:00 p.m. Sheepshead: August 3, 17 & 31 at 1:00 p.m. (1st & 3rd Wednesday) Hand & Foot: Every Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. Polish Poker: Mondays at 1:00 p.m. Easy dice game to learn. Sun. Afternoon Card Parties: Sheepshead: August 7 & 21 @ 1 p.m. Smear: August 14 & 28 @ 1 p.m. Monthly Social: Have you been wondering what happens at the Senior Center or would like to get out of the house once in a while. The MSCC Board will be providing coffee, donuts and prizes on Monday, August 8th from 10 – Noon. This is a time to meet new participants and catch up with your old friends. Come see what the center has to offer you, everyone is welcome Chess: Every Friday at 9:30 a.m. come join us for a fun and exciting game of chess. All levels of play. Craft Tyme/Adult Coloring: Meet every Thursday at 1:00 p.m. For Older Adults, It’s an Environment of Trust & Familiarity Make OUR HOUSE Your Home It’s an OUR HOUSE Tradition. Assisted Care 210 W. Campus Dr. Wausau 715-675-4444 Memory Care 220 W. Campus Dr. Wausau 715-675-4440 Memory Care 2711 S. 12th St. Wisconsin Rapids 715-423-1700 Assisted Care 1014 W. Broadway Medford 715-748-2901 Assisted Care 2941 S. 16th St. Wisconsin Rapids 715-421-3060 05086584 1204 W McMillan Ave. Appointment needed. Please call 715-370-8629 or 1-800-600-8296 ext. 79724. The Our House Promise: We are passionately committed to making a difference in the lives of the residents and families we serve. We provide the highest Keystone quality care and excellent services, while promoting social Management interaction of seniors in a nurturing home-like environment. Services www.OurHouseSeniorLiving.com ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 21 MARSHFIELD Potluck: Tuesday, August 23 bring a dish to pass and supplies for you to eat and join friends in an afternoon of fun. Stay for Bingo! Wii Bowling: Come join us every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. to bowl with the Wii bowling program at the Senior Center and join us for a fun activity. No prior experience necessary; a full demonstration will be provided if participants need help. Brunch/Speaker/Bingo: This will be held on Friday, August 12th. Breakfast will be served at 9:00 a.m. with the speaker at 9:30 a.m., and bingo to follow the presentation at about 10:15 a.m. Please sign up ahead of time at the Center. A $3 donation for breakfast is requested. Health Screening: will be held at the Center, Tuesday, August 23rd at 11:00 a.m. – Noon. Blood pressure and blood sugar testing will be done by the Marshfield Care Center. We want to thank Marshfield Care Center for taking time out of their busy day to provide this service for us. Pool Tables: There are two pool tables at the Center open for use excluding league times which are, every Monday 9-Noon Men’s, and every Tuesday 8-1 Women’s. Fitness Room: With a treadmill, stationary bikes, hand weights and more is open from 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday. Anyone who wishes to be shown how to use the equipment should call Kelly at 715-486-2043 for an appointment Computer Classes: Call 715-486-2050 or stop by the office at the center if you would like to learn how to use a computer, access e-mail and surf the internet. 1/2 Price Bingo MARSHFIELD BUS SERVICE MAJESTIC PINES BINGO & CASINO on Mondays DEPARTING AT 4:45 PM 1507 S. ANTON AVE. Additional pick-up in Neillsville at 5:15PM Strike Time Lanes • Bachelor/Bachelorette & Wedding Shuttles • Tours • Call for Details Safely Transporting Students of the Marshfield School District Since 1992. • • • • • • • Save the Date for Living Actively Longer – Senior Health Fair: will be held on Friday, September 30th at the Jr. Fair Expo at the Fairgrounds. There will be many items of interest present at the event, hope to see you there Marshfield Senior Citizen Council (MSCC): The MSCC is an organization of participants at the Center interested in promoting activities and events of the Senior Community Center. All senior citizens 50 years and older are welcome to attend the meetings, which are held as follows: Board Meeting: Friday, August 5th at 10:30 a.m. Committee on Aging: Meets the 1st Thursday of each month at 9:30 a.m. to discuss issue involving the older adult population in the Marshfield Area. To find out the location of the meeting please contact Amy Krogman at 715-384-2919. Cost per person is $1000 SUPPORTIVE HOME CARE & ADULT FAMILY HOMES Need to register before 2pm Always looking s! for qualified driver 05233021 CALL MONDAY-FRIDAY BETWEEN 8 AM & 12 PM • 1-800-380-1287 OR 715-387-0101 1507 S. ANTON, MARSHFIELD • Email: [email protected] 22 Tai Chi: An ancient Chinese exercise that combines relaxed, fluid movement with a calm, alert mental state. It is non-impact exercise that builds endurance and enhances flexibility, balance and coordination. The class meets on Tues. & Thurs., 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., July 12 – September 1 (No class 7/26 or 8/23 replacement class 7/25 & 8/22) $3.00 drop in fee or a punch card can be purchased at the class for 16 weeks for $42 or 8 weeks for $24. For more information call Kelly at 715-486-2043. ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 MARIPOSA HOUSE, LLC 05204439 Safety and Service is our Business. Arthritis Foundation Exercise Class: An exercise program designed to help those who have joint and/or muscle problems achieve improved joint mobility, muscle strength and endurance in order to improve the performance of their daily activities. Meets on Tues. & Thurs., 9:00 - 10:00 a.m., July 12 – September 1 (No class 7/26 or 8/23 replacement class 7/25 & 8/22) $3.00 drop in fee or a punch card can be purchased at the class 16 weeks for $42 or eight weeks for $24. For more information call Kelly at 715-486-2043. Merrill, WI Staffed by CNAs and PCWs 715-218-2625 * 715-218-7789 • [email protected] MERRILL ELDERLY BENEFIT SPECIALIST LINCOLN COUNTY August 2 August 9 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. SUPPORT GROUPS/MEETINGS Foot Care Clinic 1st Wednesday of each month Health & Human Service Center 607 N Sales Street Ste 101 Must be 60 or older and a resident of Lincoln County For appointment and more information call 715-5360307. EDUCATION PROGRAMS MEDICARE BASICS An informative, helpful and free session will be presented at the ADRC in Merrill. Join in one of these sessions and learn about Medicare parts A through D, Medicare Supplement policies and other prescription drug coverage. Location Merrill ADRC-CW 607 N. Sales St. Merrill WI 54452 Dates/Time August 11 1:00-3:00 p.m. September 8 5:30-7:30 p.m. October 13 1:00-3:00 p.m. Cost: FREE! Registration: Register early. Space is limited. Call the ADRC-CW at 715-536-0311 1415 & 1417 10th Avenue Antigo, WI Take a tour, and see the difference yourself! Call 715-627-4698 or 715-350-4522 to arrange your appointment today! View us online at www.carepartners-countryterrace.com Partners in Caring for You 05200605 • Daily activities to incorporate mind, body, soul and spirit • Assisted care encouraging independence • Spacious home-like atmosphere • One staff to four resident ratio • Home cooked meals 1301 E. Doege St., Marshfield, WI 54449 715-207-0224 • Cell 715-650-7191 Serenitylivingmarshfi[email protected] Location Merrill - St. Stephens United Church 903 E 2nd Street Merrill, WI 54452 Dates/Time Thursday 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. July 7 - August 11 Suggested Contribution: $10.00 for entire 6-week session A Collaboration between: Aging and Disability We offer a full range of home care services for seniors. Accomodations: Respite Program: • Spacious Private or Shared Living • Secure Environment • Cable & Phone Jacks • Central Air Care Services: • Temporary services from surgery, a fall, an illness or when family members are away on business, vacation or just need a break. • 24 Hour Trained Caring Staff • Medication Level Services • Activity Programming • Health Monitoring Services • Housekeeping & Laundry Service Available • 3 Nutritious Meals Daily & Healthy Snacks • Special Diets • Open Kitchen • Resident Choice Meal Planning Nutritional Services: ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 05188745 Meal site visits: Merrill Jenny Towers: Merrill Park Place: LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS PUT LIFE BACK IN YOUR LIFE! Living Well with Chronic Conditions is a 6-week program designed to help those with chronic health conditions build confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives. Throughout this six-week course, participants will learn about managing fatigue, pain, isolation, medication; exercises for balance, flexibility, and strength; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health care professionals; nutrition; and making informed treatment decisions. Classes meet 1 time per week for 2 ½ hours. 23 MERRILL Resource Center and Security Health Plan Registration: Enrollment is limited; please call to reserve a spot. Call the ADRC-CW at 715-536-0311 to sign-up. Dates/Time Call UW-Extension office for current Dates/Times Pre-register by calling: UW-Extension 715-5391072 STEPPING ON – BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND REDUCING FALLS This program covers simple balance and strength exercises; the role vision plays in keeping your balance; how medication can contribute to falls; ways to stay safe when out and about in your community; what to look for in safe footwear; and how to check your home for safety. This program is for any older adult who lives in their own home or independent apartment, able to walk without the help of another person, does not use a walker, scooter or wheelchair most of the time indoors, and is cognitively intact. AUGUST 2016 MERRILL AREA COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT CENTER Location Merrill – Lincoln Co. Health and Human Services 607 N Sales Street, Merrill Dates/Time Thursday 9:00-11:00 a.m. September 8-October 20 Suggested Contribution: $10.00 for entire 7-week session. A Collaboration between: Aging and Disability Resource Center and Kindhearted Home Care Registration: Enrollment is limited; please call to reserve a spot. Call the ADRC-CW at (715) 536-0311 to sign-up. FITNESS PROGRAMS Call 715-536-4226 Open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Please take some time to stop down and visit us on the lower level of City Hall. Check out our newsletter for full details on all of our activities as well as great sections on nutrition and brain fitness! Our newsletter is also available on the City of Merrill Website. Summer Walk and Talk on The River Bend Trail August - Mondays—August 1st, 15th, and 29th, Wednesdays—August 10th and 24th Walk begins at 9:30 a.m. at Park Street entrance Join us as we walk and talk on our beautiful River Bend Trail. It is much more enjoyable exercising with a friend. We will meet at the Park street entrance to begin our walk. Check our newsletter for more details. Picnic in the Park - Riverside August 25th 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $5 a plate – Picnic style lunch! Call to reserve your seat. Check our newsletter for details. STRONG BONES Strong Bones is an ongoing strength training program designed to help adults become or stay fit, strong, and healthy. Individuals will improve muscle strength, bone density, self-confidence, sleep and vitality. Also, participants have shown a decreased risk of diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression and obesity. Classes are offered for an hour, 2 times per week for 8 weeks. Summer Bus Trips Dates will be determined when we have a full bus. There are 13 seats available per trip. Location Riverside Athletic Club 500 South Center Ave Merrill, WI 54452 Woodchucks Baseball Game – August 1st at Noon 24 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 Wausau Art & History - The Yawkey House Museum, Woodson History Center, & The Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum. Minocqua Zoo Wisconsin River Cruise – Rhinelander Monk Botanical Gardens – Wausau Call the Center to sign up. 715-536-4226 MERRILL Bingo Party August 10th 1-3:30 p.m. The $5 fee includes beverages, treats and Bingo! Call the center to register. Volunteer Opportunities Intergenerational programs, Newsletter delivery, meal program and more. Call the Center for information. 715-536-4226 One Stroke Painting August 18th 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Birch Tree on Canvas You leave the class with your finished creation! Cost is $25 – includes all materials needed. A $2 donation for the Center activity fee is appreciated. Call to register at 715-536-4226 ENRICHMENT CENTER CRAFT SHOP Our talented crafters have added new items for the Summer. Dress up your yard with our bird houses and yard ornaments. Pick up a few new kitchen items in spring colors to brighten things up. We also have many baby items. Many of these crafts are one of a kind and make beautiful unique gifts. CRAFT CLASS Call the Center or check our newsletter for craft classes. 715-536-4226 CREATIVE COLORING CLASS August 8th and 30th at 10 a.m. Join us for the latest craze in coloring! The adult coloring book craze that started last year has shown no signs of slowing down! Not only do you discover your inner creativity but coloring is very therapeutic and a proven stress relief! What perfect timing after our crazy holiday season! Instructor Karen Hanneman will teach the class including color blending, shading, and much more! Intergenerational Creative Coloring Class We are offering this class to parents and grandparents who would like to bring in a child or grandchild to experience this class together! August 17th 10 a.m. Cost of the class is only $3. A $2 donation for the Center activity fee is also appreciated. Classes fill fast and are limited to 6 people. Call 715536-4226 to reserve your seat today. Weekly Activities Community Meal Thursdays at 12 noon Our community meal is open to everyone. Please join us! This is a great time to gather with friends and family and enjoy a wonderful home cooked meal. Your goodwill donation will help us cover the cost of the meal and continue this program for years to come. Call the Center for reservations. NO MEAL on the 18th and 25th Please always check our MACEC monthly calendar or call the center as dates are subject to change Quilting Stop in any time Monday – Thursday to work on current projects. Feel free to call the Center first to see what we are working on. We welcome new volunteers. SENIORS, Caregivers, and Concerned Families… LATTYAK ELDER LAW LLC 1645 N Central Ave Mfld WI 54449 (In Century Suites building) 715-502-3464 • www.joeysoptical.com 05227057 a pair of glasses 715-359-8833 JANET M. LATTYAK, A TTORNEY “LEGAL SERVICES FOR AGING ON YOUR TERMS” 3691884-01 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 25 MERRILL Cards & Games – newcomers always welcome!* Mondays 12 noon - Hand & Foot 12:30 p.m. Bridge – bring your team of 4 Tuesdays 12:30 p.m. Quilting Club – newcomers welcome! 1 p.m. – Sheephead Wednesdays 1 p.m. – Mah Jongg – unless otherwise noted Thursdays 1 p.m. - Dominos If you would like to begin a card game that we do not have running, please call and we can add it to the schedule. If you do not know how to play any of the games, please call and we will have someone work with you so you can join the fun! Always check our monthly newsletter for changes to the regular schedule. TRANSPORTATION Freedom Van W9491 Cty Rd B, Bryant WI 54418 Call 1-866-623-5906 Merrill-Go-Round The Merrill Transit System, Merrill-Go-Round, is a provider of public transportation within the growing 12 square mile area of the City of Merrill. The unique Demand / Response system provides you with curb to curb Service. We pick you up, wherever you are and deliver you wherever you want to go! (Some City limits restrictions). Every hour, the buses depart across town, covering all transit requests. Our friendly staff and professional Bus Operators are trained and experienced in providing the highest level of comfort and care for our passengers. This is truly a public transit system like no other. Merrill prides itself in providing over 125 years of safe, reliable and affordable transportation for everyone. Call 715-536-7112 one hour before you wish to ride. Plan for Your Recovery If you have surgery scheduled, we invite you to set up a tour with us to learn more about our recovery care. We’ll walk you through what to expect during rehab and answer any questions you may have for a smoother transition. Schedule your pre-surgery tour today. Golden LivingCenter Continental Manor 600 E. Elm St. Abbotsford, WI 54405 715-223-2359 Golden LivingCenter Three Oaks 209 Wilderness View Drive Marshfield, WI 54449 715-389-6000 www.GoldenLivingCenters.com Equal opportunity provider of healthcare services. GLS-12627-15 F046 05200599s 26 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 Blue Jay Taxi Merrill’s very own taxi service! Call 715-539-8294, and they will be there. Need to get to the airport, Blue Jay Taxi will take you and come and pick you up. No worries about parking your car. Medical Escort: Serving all of Lincoln County. Volunteers drive people to medical appointments throughout the state of Wisconsin. Eligibility criteria and minimal rates apply. Rides are available. Call to find out more: Lincoln County Social Services at 715-539-1331. TOMAHAWK TOMAHAWK SENIOR COMMUNITY CENTER AUGUST 113 So. Tomahawk Ave., Tomahawk, WI 54487 • 715-453-5757 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 2 3 4 5 8:30 Exercise DVD Senior Center Bake Sale at Farmers Market 1:00-3:00 Adult Coloring 1:00 Chair Exercises 8:30 Exercise DVD 9:00 Local Shopping Call to RSVP ADRC Monthly Birthday Cake Day 6:00 Weight Watchers 1:00 Knit & Sit 8:30 Exercise DVD/ Walking Wonders 9:30 Wii Bowling 1:00 Chair Exercises card games to follow 8 9 10 11 12 8:30 Exercise DVD 1:00 Bunco 9:00 Rhinelander shopping - call ahead to RSVP 715-453-5757 1:00 Chair Exercises 1:00-3:00 Adult Coloring 8:30 Exercise DVD 9:00 Local Shopping Call to RSVP Activity Center Monthly Birthday Cake Foot care by appointment only, call 715-453-5757 6:00 Weight Watchers 1:00 Knit & Sit 8:30 Exercise DVD/ Walking Wonders Rummage/Bake/Brat sale proceeds to Alzheimers Assoc. 9:30 Wii Bowling 1:00 Chair Exercises card games to follow 15 16 17 18 19 8:30 Exercise DVD 1:00-3:00 Adult Coloring 10:30 Redeemer School 1:00 Chair Exercises Pre-school kids gathering 8:30 Exercise DVD 9:00 Local Shopping Call to RSVP 6:00 Weight Watchers 1:00 Prayer Shawl Group 1:00 Knit & Sit 3:00 Mini-golf and Ice cream outing at Big Bear 8:30 Exercise DVD/ Walking Wonders 9:30 Wii Bowling 1:00 Chair Exercises card games to follow 22 23 24 25 26 8:30 Exercise DVD 1:00 Candy Bar Bingo with School Age Kids 1:00-3:00 Adult Coloring 8:30 Exercise DVD 1:00 Chair Exercises 9:00 Local Shopping Call to RSVP Medicare Basics with Mary Rheinschmidt Call to RSVP 6:00 Weight Watchers Ice Cream Social with lunch 1:00 Knit & Sit 8:30 Exercise DVD/ Walking Wonders 9:30 Wii Bowling 1:00 Chair Exercises card games to follow 29 30 8:30 Exercise DVD 1:00-3:00 Adult Coloring 8:30 Exercise DVD 1:00 Chair Exercises 9:00 Local Shopping Call to RSVP 31 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 27 TOMAHAWK TRANSPORTATION Freedom Van Call 1-866-623-5906. Senior Shuttle Serving the city of Tomahawk. Call 715-453-5757. Medical Escort: Serving all of Lincoln County. Volunteers drive people to medical appointments throughout the state of Wisconsin. Eligibility criteria and minimal rates apply. Rides are available. Call to find out more: Lincoln County Social Services at 715-539-1331 ELDERLY BENEFIT SPECIALIST LINCOLN COUNTY Meal site visits: Tomahawk Senior Center August 3 11:30 a.m. Tomahawk Annex Office Hours: 321 W. Wisconsin Ave., Tomahawk. 715-453-3473 August 3 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. August 10 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. August 17 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. August 24 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. SUPPORT GROUPS/MEETINGS Foot Care Clinic 2nd Wednesday of each month Tomahawk Senior Center 113 S Tomahawk Ave Must be 60 or older/resident of Lincoln County For appointment and more information call 715-5360307. September 28 6:00-8:00 p.m. October 26 1:00-3:00 p.m. Cost: FREE! Registration: Register early. Space is limited. Call 715-453-5757 to register. STEPPING ON – BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND REDUCING FALLS This program covers simple balance and strength exercises; the role vision plays in keeping your balance; how medication can contribute to falls; ways to stay safe when out and about in your community; what to look for in safe footwear; and how to check your home for safety. This program is for any older adult who lives in their own home or independent apartment, able to walk without the help of another person, does not use a walker, scooter or wheelchair most of the time indoors, and is cognitively intact. Location Tomahawk - Grace Lutheran Church 108 Somo Avenue, Tomahawk Dates/Time Mondays 1:00-3:00 p.m. September 12 - October 24 Suggested Contribution: $10.00 for entire 7-week session Registration: Enrollment is limited; please call to reserve a spot. Call the ADRC-CW at 715-536-0311 to sign-up. FITNESS PROGRAMS MEDICARE BASICS An informative, helpful and free session will be presented at the Tomahawk Senior Center in Tomahawk. Join in one of these sessions and learn about Medicare parts A through D, Medicare Supplement policies and other prescription drug coverage. STRONG BONES Strong Bones is an ongoing strength training program designed to help adults become or stay fit, strong, and healthy. Individuals will improve muscle strength, bone density, self-confidence, sleep and vitality. Also, participants have shown a decreased risk of diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression and obesity. Classes are offered for an hour, 2 times per week for 8 weeks. Location Tomahawk Senior Center 113 South Tomahawk Ave Tomahawk, WI 54487 Dates/Time August 24 1:00-3:00 p.m. Location Tomahawk - United Methodist Church 1104 School Rd, Tomahawk, WI 54487 Dates/Time Call UW-Extension office for available times. Pre-register by calling: UW-Extension 715-539-1072 EDUCATION PROGRAMS 28 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 WAUSAU COMMUNITY GROUP ACTIVITIES & SUPPORT GROUPS HELD AT THE AGING & DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER-CW IN WAUSAU SUPPORT GROUPS Alzheimer’s & Dementia Support Group: Third Tuesday of every month, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. in the Wellness RM Contact: Eve Montgomery 715-491-0882 Parkinson’s Support Group: Third Tuesday of every month, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m., in the Wellness RM Contact: Lucy Harvey 715-848-3545 Visually Impaired Support Group: First and Third Thursdays of every month, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. in Conference RM A Contact: Janet Hackbarth 715-845-6688 CARD GROUPS Friday Fitness: Fridays 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. in the Atrium area Contact: Lyla Madden 715-359-3319 Laughing Yoga Club: Schedule varies/call Bernie for details, Mountain View Rm Contact: Bernie Corsten (715) 845-5124 LINE DANCING Advanced Country Western: Wednesdays 10:00 – 11:00 p.m. in Mountain View Rm Contact: Ginger Dennison 715-848-9366 Beginning: Fridays 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Mountain View Rm Contact: Ginger Dennison 715-848-9366 Intermediate: Tuesdays 10:00 – 12:00 p.m. in Mountain View Rm Contact: Ginger Dennison 715-848-9366 Cribbage: Mondays 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. in the Canteen area Contact: Rudy Poznecki 715-845-3778 Silver Liners: Wednesdays 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. in Mountain View Rm Contact: Ginger Dennison 715-848-9366 Duplicate Bridge: Tuesdays 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. in the Canteen area Contact: Cindy Hermel 715-848-3322 Ping Pong: Thursdays 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. in Mountain View Rm Contact: Arlene Lenard 715-675-3802 Happy Timer’s Sheepshead Thursdays 12:45 – 3:00 p.m. in the Canteen area Contact: Adeline Fandrey 715-675-7851 Senior Pool League: Wednesdays 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. in Game Rm (don’t meet in June, July or August) Contact: Holly Anderson 715-359-5182 Sheepshead - Senior Cards: Tuesdays and Fridays 11:00 – 3:00 p.m. in Canteen Contact: Carl Prychocki 715-693-1556 FITNESS GROUPS Arthritis Exercise: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. in Wellness Room Contact: Jill 715-298-2104 Body Benders: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 – 9:40 a.m. in Atrium area Contact: Ollie Kyler 715-842-2493 WOODSHOP GROUPS Open Lab: Tuesdays 8:30 – 12:30 p.m. in the Woodshop Contact: Bob Henning 715-359-4065 Wood Carving: Tuesdays, Beginning in fall 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. in the Woodshop Contact: Milt Wisler 715-845-2929 Wausau Wood Carvers: Tuesdays 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. in the Woodshop Contact: Howard Opal 715-212-1503 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 29 WAUSAU WI Valley Woodturners: First Thursday of each month, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. in Woodshop Contact: Pat Peckham 715-845-1396 SUPPORT GROUPS/MEETINGS Central Wisconsin Autism Society 1st Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Dr. For more information contact Dale at 715-845-5524. Great Wausau Area Stroke Club 3rd Monday of even numbered months from 1-2:30 p.m. First English Lutheran Church 402 N 3rd Ave, enter from Cedar St. Free, no registration required For more information call Kathy at 715-847-2827. Kidney Smart Class (Learn how to manage your kidney health) 1st Wednesday of every month at 3 p.m. Davita Wausau Dialysis Unit 2600 Stewart Ave Ste 144 For more information call Betsy at 715-841-1708. Neighborhood Memory Café Brought to you by Stoney River Memory Care and Marshfield Area Respite Care Center Come join us for a light lunch, crafts and some American Trivia! August 10th- Harvest Time Horticulture with Dana Anderson When: 2nd Wednesday of each month Time: 10:30 a.m. to Noon Where: Wesley United Methodist Church 205 E. 3rd Street, Marshfield, WI 54449 Who: We would love to see individuals with early to moderate Alzheimer’s and their care partners as well as, anyone who may have concerns about their memory. Why: Why we do what we do? Being active physically, socially and mentally is good for the brain. Share your stories and socialize with others who have been diagnosed with memory challenges. Light lunch & refreshments provided Partner Program 30 For more information, please call Mercedes Sue (715) 384-7007 or (715) 384-8478 Assisted Living Memory Care 1204 W. McMillan St. 1606 N. St. Joseph Ave. Marshfield, WI Marshfield, WI ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 05232987 With special guest from Music Therapy Services of Wisconsin Caregiver Support Group 2nd Tuesday of the month at 9 a.m. Aspirus Memory Clinic Lower level, conference room 2720 Plaza Drive, Wausau For more information contact Jennifer Pagel at 715847-2004. MS Support Group (Mingle & Share) 2nd Tuesday of each month from 9:30-11 a.m. Choices for Independence Living Model Accessible Home 415 W Campus Dr., Wausau For more information contact Carole at 715-3592022. Survivors of Brain Injury Support Group 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Aspirus Wausau Hospital For more information contact Lea at 715-847-2826. Upcoming Memory Cafe Dates: July 13thCelebrate America Fibromyalgia Support Group 1st Monday of each month (except September) at 5:30 p.m. Second floor of Marathon County Library, Wausau Register upon arrival For more information contact Elaine at 715-4702449. Downtown Memory Café 3rd Thursday of each month from 10:30 a.m.-Noon First United Methodist Church Parlor 903 Third Street, Wausau A gathering place for people with early stages of dementia and their care partners. Come for refreshments, conversation, music, activities, programs—and most of all a place to be who you are. FREE! For more information call 715-842-2201 or email: [email protected] WAUSAU BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS 1st Sunday of each month from 9:15-10:15 a.m. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (930 Edgewood Rd, Wausau) 1st Thursday of each month from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Riverview Towers (500 Grand Ave., Wausau) Sturgeon Bluffs from 10-11 a.m. (1320 Grand Ave, Wausau) 2nd Sunday of each month from 9:15-10:45 a.m. St. John Catholic Church (103 N. Fourth Ave., Edgar) 2nd Tuesday of each month from 10-11 a.m. The Neighbors’ Place (745 Scott St., Wausau) 3rd Sunday of each month from 9-10 a.m. Saint Mary’s Church (712 Market St., Marathon) 3rd Monday of each month Island Place Apartments from 9-10 a.m. (400 River Dr., Wausau) City Walk Apartments from 10:15-11:15 a.m. (120 Grand Ave, Wausau) 4th Wednesday of each month from 10:30-11:30 a.m. The Salvation Army (202 Callon St, Wausau) For more information contact United Way RSVP of Marathon County at 715-298-5721. EDUCATION PROGRAMS HEALTHY LIVING WITH DIABETES Are you living with Type 2 Diabetes or pre-diabetes or do you live with someone who does? Sign up for Healthy Living with Diabetes and learn skills to better manage your diabetes. The workshop meets for 2 ½ hours once a week for six weeks. Healthy Living with Diabetes does not replace existing treatments, but rather complements the treatments a participant receives. Topics covered include: monitoring blood sugars, healthy eating and menu planning, physical activity, stress reduction, and much more. Location Wausau – ADRC-CW Wellness Room 1000 Lakeview Drive Dates/Time Thursdays September 8 - October 13 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Cost: Suggested Contribution $10 Registration: Enrollment is limited, call Peggy at the ADRC-CW at 1-888-486-9545 or 715-261-6070 Series Healthy Aging Today Gadgets to keep you safe and help prevent falls Come hear about the Top Ten Tips that will help you remain independent in your home and on the go! Learn about Aspirus Lifeline medical alarm service and how it will benefit you. Friday, September 9 | 9:30 – 11:30 am Aspirus Wausau Hospital Birthing Center Classroom Free and open to public. Call 715.847.2380 to register. SHADS-024 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 31 WAUSAU LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS PUT LIFE BACK IN YOUR LIFE! Living Well with Chronic Conditions is a 6-week program designed to help those with ongoing health issues build confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active, fulfilling lives. Throughout this 6-week session participants learn about managing fatigue, pain, isolation, medication; exercises for balance, flexibility, and strength; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health care professionals; and nutrition. Classes meet 1 time per week for 2 ½ hours. Call the ADRC at 1-888-486-9545 for the next available class! 05211639 STEPPING ON – BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND REDUCING FALLS Stepping On is a fall prevention program which meets for 2 hours a week for 7 weeks. Topics include simple balance and strength training; the role vision plays in keeping your balance, how medication can contribute to falls, ways to stay safe when out and about in your community, what to look for in safe footwear, and how to check your home for safety. Independent Independant living without without leaving the comfort comfort of your your home. home. That That isiswhat what we weprovide. provide. Call have your 24/7 personal Callusustoday todayfor toto have your 24/7 personal emergency response response system system installed installed in in your your home. home. CLARK ELECTRIC APPLIANCE & SATELLITE 1209 W. Dall-Berg Rd. • Greenwood, WI 54437 866-279-6544 • 715-267-6544 HOURS: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 32 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 This program is for anyone who is 65 or over, had a fall in the past year or is afraid of falling, living at home and not suffering from dementia. Location Weston – Diagnostic & Treatment Center, St Francis Conference Rm, 301 Cranberry Blvd Dates/Time Thursdays September 8 - October 20 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Suggested Contribution: $10 A collaboration Between: Aging & Disability Resource Center-CW, Aspirus, Inc. and Diagnostic & Treatment Center Registration: Enrollment is limited, please call to reserve a spot. Call Peggy at the ADRC-CW at 1-888-486-9545 or 715-261-6070 FITNESS PROGRAMS FITNESS ROOM Join the ADRC-CW’s Fitness Room. Create or renew a healthy habit of regular physical activity in our fully equipped exercise facility. The Fitness Room is for adults 55 and over and adults 18 and older who are living with a disability. Members must be capable of using the facility independently unless accompanied by someone who can actively assist them. Equipment in the Fitness Room includes: stationary recumbent bikes, treadmills, recumbent elliptical, a universal weight machine, hand weights and much more. Location Wausau ADRC-CW Fitness Room, 1000 Lakeview Drive Dates/Time Fitness Room Open: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Membership Options: Monthly - $5.00 Registration: Safety orientation required, Call the ADRC-CW at 715-261-6070 WAUSAU STRONG BONES TRANSPORTATION Location Wausau ADRC-CW Wellness Room 1000 Lakeview Drive Instructor: Sandy Popko Dates/Time Mondays & Wednesdays 10:30–11:30 a.m. June 20 - Aug 10 August 15 - Sept 7 (no class on 9/5) Cost: Flex Card: $42 for 16 classes/$24 for 8 classes *Flex Cards are non-refundable* Call the ADRC-CW at 715-261-6070 to sign-up or just drop in! For other community fitness options, contact the ADRC-CW, 1-888-486-9545. METRO RIDE BUS AND PARATRANSIT Metro Ride provides accessible city bus service for the general public, as well as paratransit service for persons with disabilities. For more information call 715-842-9287. Strong Bones is an ongoing strength training program designed to help adults become or stay fit, strong, and healthy. Individuals will improve muscle strength, bone density, self-confidence, sleep and vitality. Also, participants have shown a decreased risk of diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression and obesity. Classes are offered for an hour, 2 times per week for 8 weeks. 5 Agency Highest Rating for Patient Satisfaction According to Medicare.gov Caring For You In Your Home. FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION for Supportive Care • Aides, Nurses, Therapists • Supportive, Skilled, Palliative & Hospice Care • Licensed, Bonded & Insured Locally Owned For Over 24 Years s Join Our Caring, m am ea Reliable Te Call Today! COHO TRANSPORTATION LLC COHO Transportation Services, LLC Transportation serves the Wausau area with quality transportation. Our vehicles are equipped with lifts for easy wheelchair accessibility. COHO Transportation Services, LLC’s friendly drivers are available to provide transportation during daytime, evening and weekend hours. Call 877-503-8465. Home Care, Hospice and Palliative Care 715-842-7707 Serving Central Wisconsin www.interimhealthcare.com Medicare • Medicaid • Insurance • Private Pay Medicar 05225206 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 33 WISCONSIN RAPIDS AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE For more than 30 years AARP driver safety has helped to keep millions of older drivers safe and confident while on the road. Now, you can experience the new AARP smart driver course-the latest from AARP driver safety. The new course is based on the latest driver safety research and insights. When you take the class, you will learn defensive driving methods and safety strategies to help refresh your knowledge of the rules of the road. Your auto insurance carrier may even give a discount if you complete the course. The new course fees are $15.00 for AARP members and $20.00 for non-members. Call 715-421-8989 to register or if you have any questions. Class date is Wednesday, September 7th, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Aging and Disability Resource Center training room. River Cities Community & Public Access Senior Workout, M-F at 8:30 a.m., Solarus Channel 3, Charter Digital Channel 985, rccamedia.org Senior lunch menus, Lowell Center activities and Riverview Hospital information is aired between programming and displayed on the RCCA Media’s informational TV outside the office in the Centralia Center. EDUCATION PROGRAMS LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS PUT LIFE BACK IN YOUR LIFE! This 6-week program is designed to help those with chronic health conditions build confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives. Throughout this six-week course, participants will learn about managing fatigue, pain, isolation, medication; exercises for balance, flexibility, and strength; communicating effectively with family, friends, and health care professionals; nutrition; and making informed treatment decisions. Memory Café 1st Friday of each month from 10:30 a.m.-Noon McMillan Memorial Library. For more information call 715-422-2795. Location Wisconsin Rapids Wood County Health Department, 420 Dewey St (4th floor of Aspirus Riverview Hospital) *This community program is offered in collaboration with the Wood County Health Department. Date – Time Mondays August 8-September 19 *no class 9/5 1:00-3:30 p.m. Location Wisconsin Rapids Aging & Disability Resource Center, 220 3rd Ave s *This community program is offered in collaboration with Aspirus Riverview Hospital. Date – Time Wednesdays October 12-November 16 1:00-3:30 p.m. Benefit Specialist For assistance with Medicare, Social Security and SSI questions, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center Benefit Specialists in Wisconsin Rapids, available from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., M-F, at 715-421-0014. Suggested contribution: $10 Registration: Enrollment is limited. Please call to reserve a spot. *To register, call Ciara at the ADRC-CW at 1-888-486-9545 SUPPORT GROUPS/MEETINGS Blind & Visually Impaired Persons (VIPs) 2nd Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. Lowell Senior Center For more information contact the ADRC-CW 888-486-9545. Blood Pressure Screening Every Tuesday from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Lowell Center Caregiver Support Group Every Monday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. St. Luke’s Lutheran Church For more information call 715-423-5990. 34 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 WISCONSIN RAPIDS HEALTHY LIVING WITH DIABETES This program is designed to help adults with Type 2 Diabetes or pre-diabetes learn skills and increase their confidence in managing their diabetes. Healthy Living with Diabetes does not replace existing treatments, but rather complements the treatments a participant receives. Call 1-888-486-9545 for the next available workshop! Location Wisconsin Rapids Wood County Health Department, 420 Dewey St (4th floor of Aspirus Riverview Hospital) *This community program is offered in collaboration with the Wood County Health Department. Date – Time Mondays November 14-December 19 9:00-11:30 a.m. Suggested contribution for complete workshop: $10 Registration: Enrollment is limited. Please call to reserve a spot. *To register, call Ciara at the ADRC-CW at 1-888-486-9545 POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS This program is designed to provide you with the tools you need to take care of yourself. Participants will learn to reduce stress, improve self-confidence, better communicate feelings, balance life, increase ability to make tough decisions, and locate helpful resources. Call 1-888-486-9545 for the next available workshop! STEPPING ON – BUILDING CONFIDENCE AND REDUCING FALLS This program covers simple balance and strength exercises; the role vision plays in keeping your balance; how medication can contribute to falls; ways to stay safe when out and about in your community; what to look for in safe footwear; and how to check your home for safety. This program is for any older adult who lives in their own home or independent apartment, able to walk without the help of another person, does not use a walker, scooter or wheelchair most of the time indoors, and is cognitively intact. Location Wisconsin Rapids Aging & Disability Resource Center, 220 3rd Ave S *This community program is offered in collaboration with Atrium Health & Senior Living. Date – Time Tuesdays September 27-November 8 1:30-3:30 p.m. Suggested contribution for complete workshop: $10 Registration: Enrollment is limited. Please call to reserve a spot. *To register, call Ciara at the ADRC-CW at 1-888486-9545 MEDICARE BASICS Medicare Basics is informative, helpful, and free. Join in one of these sessions and learn about Medicare parts A through D, Medicare Supplement policies, and other prescription drug coverage. Location Wisconsin Rapids Aging & Disability Resource Center - CW, 220 3rd Ave S Date – Time August 2 September 6 1:00-3:30 p.m. FREE! Registration: Please call the ADRC-CW office in your location to register. Wisconsin Rapids: 715-421-0014 FITNESS PROGRAMS STRONG BONES This group strength training program is designed to help adults become or stay fit, strong, and healthy. Individuals will improve muscle strength, bone density, selfconfidence, sleep and vitality. Also, participants have shown a decreased risk of diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression and obesity. Location Wisconsin Rapids First Congregational Church UCC, 311 2nd St S Date – Time Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:30-11:30 a.m. Contact South Wood County YMCA for more information: 715-887-3240 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 35 WISCONSIN RAPIDS ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS Lowell Center 220 Third Avenue S, Suite 3 Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 715-421-1051 ARTS, CRAFTS & EDUCATION Book Club – On summer break; club resumes in September. Card Workshop – The next workshop will be held on August 22 at 10:30 a.m. This is a “make and take” class. You will be shown how to make three different cards and you can take them home! Advance registration is required to ensure there are enough materials for participants. Space is limited to 15 people. Cost is $5.00 per class. Please call Carol Hanson at 715-424-1509 to reserve your spot. Ceramic Painting – Bring your creative side and join us on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. in the Lowell Center dining room. Choose your piece from our selection, then paint and enjoy some great laughs with a fun group. All brushes and paints are provided. FREE! Color Your World - Wednesday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. Meet in the dining room and share your love of Adult Coloring Books. Some pictures will be available each week as well as colored pencils. You can either bring your own books, or use ours. Or, exchange a good quality uncolored page from your supply for another’s. This is a very informal afternoon of fun coloring. FREE! Computer Tutoring – We offer one-on-one tutoring sessions; call 715-422-2783 to reserve a session with one of our computer tutors. Garden Club – Thursday, August 4 and 18 at 9:30 a.m. Golden Brushes Art Class – The participants bring their art pieces in to paint, ask for assistance, share them with Lowell Center by displaying it in the Arts & Craft area, and to get inspiration from other group members. All levels of painting experience are welcome. The group meets on Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. There is a cost of $1.00 per class. The instructor, Bill Olsen, will be gone for the summer. The class will continue on an informal basis for the summer into September. Call 715-421-1051 ahead of time if you plan to attend. Lowell Center Writers – Friday, August 5 and 19 at 10:00 a.m. Bring a piece of your writing to share. If you are thinking about sharing your writing, this would be a great place to start! 36 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 Made-By-Hand Class – On summer break until September 6. BILLIARDS Tables are available for use Monday through Friday. Call the Lowell Center office or visit the billiards room for a complete schedule. CARDS Bridge - Thursdays starting at 12:45 p.m. and Fridays at 1:00 p.m. Please sign up in advance. Hand n’ Foot - Tuesdays starting at 12:30 p.m. We are looking for more players! Come join us. Sheepshead - Mondays and Fridays starting at 1:00 p.m. GAMES Bunco – On summer break. Due to lack of interest, this program may not resume in September. If you are interested in this program being continued, please contact the Lowell Center by calling 715-4211051. Cash Bingo – Thursday, August 4 and 18 starting at 1:30 p.m. in the dining room. Cost is $1.00 per card, 2-card maximum. All bingo sessions are cash bingo and everyone 50 and older is invited. Cribbage – Wednesdays starting at 12:45 p.m. Dominoes – Every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. Mah-Jongg – Mondays and Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. Scrabble – Fridays at 12:30 p.m. All levels of experience are welcome. HEALTH PROMOTION AND WELLNESS Arthritis Exercise Class – The Arthritis Exercise Class is on break until September. This is an exercise program designed to help those who have joint and/or muscle problems achieve improved joint mobility, muscle strength and endurance in order to improve the performance of their daily activities. The class instructor, Jackie Urbans is an Arthritis Foundation-trained instructor. The class consists of four main components: Exercise, Health Education, Movement Activities, and Relaxation Techniques. New classes are scheduled all the time. If you have questions or are interested in signing up, please contact the Lowell Center at 715-421-1051. Blood Pressure Screening – Every Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. and the first Wednesday of every month from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. FREE! Bocce Ball – Thanks to Roger and Kathy Sweet; our new program, Bocce Ball, is off and running! Players WISCONSIN RAPIDS meet at 9:30 a.m. every Thursday morning. Anyone can join at any time. No experience is needed. Learn as you play. Contact us at 715-421-1051 to be a part of a fun new game at Lowell Center. FREE! Foot Clinic – Wednesday, August 3 from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. in the Health & Wellness Room. The Foot Clinic at the Lowell Center is offered in cooperation with Park Place Adult Day Services. Call 715-422-2795 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, to receive required medical forms and make an appointment. The cost is $20.00. Line Dance – Every Monday at 10:00 a.m. Free! Nordic Walking Group – Nordic Walking is a great way of adding a little “oomph” to your regular walking routine. Adding the Nordic Poles helps with balance & strength, can burn up to 40% more calories; use up to 30% more muscles in your body and much more. Join us for a required training on how to use the Nordic Walking Poles by contacting Lowell Center for dates and times. Once you have attended the required training; join us for our Nordic Group Walk on Thursday mornings at 8:15 a.m. The Group Walk is limited to 10 participants unless you have your own set of poles to use. You must sign up in advance for the Group Walks by contacting Lowell Center at 715-421-1051. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and weather appropriate clothing as we will be walking outdoors. Poles are also available during regular hours. Stop by Lowell Center office to check-out a set. Resistance Chairs – A chair exercise program that allows a full body, low-impact workout while you remain safely seated. Resistance Chairs are available every Monday morning from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. in the Health and Wellness Room. Sign up in advance at the Volunteer Reception Desk or Lowell Center office. You will be required to attend a demonstration and sign a release form before you can participate in the program. Please call 715-4211051 for more information. This program is free of charge. Senior Exercise –Meets every Tuesday and Friday at 10:15 a.m. There is a suggested donation of $.25 per class. Tai Chi – An ancient Chinese exercise that combines relaxed, fluid movement with a calm, alert mental state. Tai Chi is a non-impact exercise that builds endurance while enhancing flexibility, balance and coordination. Tai Chi can be practiced by people of all ages and most physical conditions. Regular practice helps develop healthy breathing patterns and relaxation skills, while also strengthening the body with minimal stress to the joints. This class will resume in September. Please call the Lowell Center at 715-421-1051 for more information or to be placed on an interest list. Walking Path – Walk indoors in safe and comfortable conditions. Ten laps equals one mile on our padded walking path and is great for those with joint pain who still want to exercise. The walking path is available from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Wii Bowling League – This fun, energetic group meets on Mondays with game times starting between 1:00 p.m. and 3:15 p.m. Please call the Lowell Center at 715-421-1051 for more information or to place your name on an interest list for the fall session. SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL American Heroes Café – Are you a veteran of the military, police or firefighters? Come together to meet and share stories. Refreshments will be provided at no cost to the veterans. Sponsorship and funding for this is provided by local businesses and individuals. If you are a veteran (military-policefirefighter), stop by every Wednesday morning from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. to enjoy some camaraderie and refreshments. Hometown Pride Tours – August (date to be determined): Historic Pointe Basse: Experience the only living history site on the Wisconsin River with a guided tour of the 1850’s Wakely House, trading post, blacksmith shop and schoolhouse. Please note there will be a considerable amount of walking. This tour will require registration at the Lowell Center office to ensure space availability. Mentor Program – Designed to help you connect with the programs and activities available at the Lowell Center. If you would like information on the Mentor Program, please call 715-422-2783. Senior Sing-Along - Held Tuesday afternoons. Check the Lowell Center’s Program Calendar for the times and locations for the month of August. Silver Cinema – Join us on Thursday, August 25 at 1:00 p.m. August’s movie selection was filmed in 1961. It is about a young New York socialite who becomes interested in a young man who has moved into her apartment building. Sunday Opening – On break until October 16. ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 37 WISCONSIN RAPIDS TRIPS Tuesday, September 20 – Oshkosh Museums ~ Oshkosh, WI Enjoy a guided tour and hear the exciting history of flight as told to you by one of EAA’s aviation experts or volunteer guide. As you view more than 100 airplanes, hundreds of artifacts, exhibits and interactive displays, you’ll find the intriguing tale of manned flight at your fingertips, from the Wright Brothers’ Flyer to SpaceShipOne….and beyond! It is one of the most extensive aviation attractions in the world. A preordered lunch will be enjoyed at Beckets Restaurant. Choose from a Turkey Bacon Flatbread Wrap, Beer Braised Pork Belly Hoagie or Tenderloin Salad. All come with choice of soup or salad to accompany. The Military Veterans Museum and Education Center began in 1991 by 5 WWII veterans as a place to preserve their military experience. View collections of military history in forms of artifacts, documents, photographs, artwork, books, manuals and personal items. Items of special interest currently on display include a WWII Soviet tank, a piece of the Battleship USS Arizona, a display featuring Medal of Honor Recipients from Wisconsin and much more. Member Price: $55.00/Non-Member Price: $65.00 Tuesday, October 18 – Willow Springs Garden ~ Wausau, WI Become a part of Wisconsin’s dairy heritage as you make your very own mozzarella cheese, butter and ice cream; then enjoy them with your lunch. Step into the past as our staff prepares lunch from the products you made while you see how one of the last remaining round barns in Wisconsin has been moved for preservation. You’ll also learn how the town hall has moved from politics to fun. Become a dairy connoisseur as you sit down to lunch made with your special ingredients: Cheese: Enjoy a delicious sandwich, made with a variety of deli meats, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, peppers and your homemade cheese. Or sprinkle your cheese on top of a bowl of homemade beef soup. Butter: 38 ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 You’ll appreciate spreading fresh made butter on your sandwich or sample it on mini loaves of bread. Ice Cream: Save room for a delicious piece of Wisconsin Cherry or Apple pie ala mode, of course! Lunch accompanied by chips, dip & pickles. Beverage includes water, milk and coffee. On our way home we will make a delicious stop at Mullins Cheese Factory in Knowlton, WI. Pick up some yummy fresh cheese curds for the remainder of the ride home or indulge in flavorswirl ice cream. Who can turn down ice cream twice in one day? (Purchases at Mullins are at your own expense) Member Price: $50.00/Non-Member Price: $60.00 November - To Be Determined Saturday, December 3 – Oak Ridge Boys Christmas ~ Crystal Grand Theatre, Wisconsin Dells, WI The Crystal Grand presents the Oak Ridge Boys Christmas. Theirs is one of the most distinctive and recognizable sounds in the music industry. The fourpart harmonies and upbeat songs of The Oak Ridge Boys have spawned dozens of Country hits and a Number One Pop smash, earned them Grammy, Dove, CMA, and ACM awards and garnered a host of other industry and fan accolades. Every time they step before an audience, the Oaks bring four decades of charted singles, and 50 years of tradition, to a stage show widely acknowledged as among the most exciting anywhere. And each remains as enthusiastic about the process as they have ever been. The Crystal Grand is proud to have these dynamic performers. On the way home, we will stop at the Kilbourn City Grill at the Chula Vista Resort to enjoy a hearty comfort dinner that will include Classic Homestyle Meatloaf. A classic recipe with onions and a hint of garlic and breadcrumbs. Served with a dinner roll, seasonal vegetables and mashed potatoes. Coffee or Soda is included. Member Price: $80.00/Non-Member Price: $90.00 Anyone 50 and over is welcome to participate in the Lowell Center’s programs and activities. The Lowell Center office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. For more information call 715-421-1051. WISCONSIN RAPIDS TRANSPORTATION Wheel of Independence, Inc. Call 715-423-7818 or 800-423-7818. Wood County Transportation Program The Wood County Elderly and Disabled Transportation program provides rides to persons over the age of 55, and people who have a disability that prevents them from driving. Rides are provided for shopping, to and from medical appointments or to other locations as needed. We are proud to offer Door-To-Door Service to our riders. This service includes carrying parcels to the first entryway, when needed. Please call with your transportation request by 12 noon, Monday through Friday, the day before you need your ride to allow us time to schedule your service. Other services offered include volunteer drivers for longer distance medical appointments and the DAV Van for veterans. For more information or to schedule a ride, please call Wood County Human Services Community Resources at 715-421-8989. In Wisconsin Rapids, bus transportation is provided Monday through Friday with routes running through Nekoosa and Port Edwards to Wisconsin Rapids. Pick-up times begin around 8:15 from the rider’s home. The bus is equipped with a wheelchair lift. The cost to ride the bus is $1.50 per one-way trip. If shopping at West Grand IGA or Baker Street IGA, the store will pay for the cost of the fare. Rural shopping trips are provided on the south end of the county (Wisconsin Rapids area) on the first and third Thursday of each month. This includes the area surrounding Wisconsin Rapids. The cost is $5 round trip. • Scooters • Bruno Stair Lifts • Lift Chairs • Door Openers • Reachers & Grabbers • Bathroom Aids • Pillows & Cushions • Lift Chairs Made in USA • Much, much More! • Oxygen Concentrators • Portable Oxygen • Nebulizers • CPAP/BiPAP Home Medical Equipment • Hospital Beds • Wheelchairs Manual & Powered • Emergency Pendant Communicator • Dr. Comfort Diabetic Shoes Sports Care Best Service in Town • Assistance with billing & reimbursement Medicare & Medicaid approved • Knee Supports • Wrist Braces • Fast Freeze Ice Packs • Cast Covers • Knee Scooters PURCHASE OR RENTALS AVAILABLE 05197988 Jessica & JodiCertified Aids to Daily Living Specialists ADRC-CW MONTHLY GUIDE AUGUST 2016 39
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