August 2023 Meals on Wheels & Senior Dining Menu

All meals are served with 1% milk and subject to change without notice due to diffculty with supply chain. Home Delivered Participants: Make any cancellations or changes by 1pm, one business day before.

Congregate Dining Site Participants: Make your meal reservations by 1pm, one business day before. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Wednesday Salads*

8/2 Tuna & Fresh Greens

8/9/Fresh Fruit & Cottage Cheese

8/16 Chef Salad

8/23 BLT Salad

8/30 Chicken & Mandarin Orange

7 Chicken Breast, W/G Bun*, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo, Cheesy Hashbrown*, Broccoli, Fruit^

14

Cod w/Lemon butter Sauce, Wild Rice* w/ Mushrooms, California Blend^, Fresh Fruit^

21

Sweet & Sour Chicken w/Carrot* & Red Pepper, Pineapple, White Rice*, Broccoli/ Cauliflower, Fortune Cookie*

28

Beef Hot Dog w/ Bun*, Baby Potatoes* w/

Parsley, Steamed Corn*, Fresh Fruit^, Condiments

1 Country Ribs w/ Kraut, Mashed Garlic Potatoes*, Roasted Veggies*, W/G Roll*, Chocolate Cake*

2 Lasagna Bake w/ Beef & Pasta*, Mixed Veggies*, Garlic Bread*, Sugar Cookie*

3 Hamburger Steak w/Onions & Mushroom, W/G Roll*, Mashed Yukon w/Spinach, Peas*, Fruit^

4 Chicken Salad w/ Fresh Greens, Fresh Veggies*, Cantaloupe^, Croutons* Peach Muffn*

8 Breaded Pork Chop*, Baked Potato* w/Sour Cream, Glazed Carrots*, Fresh Fruit

15

Cold Turkey on Whole Wheat* w/Romaine, Tomato, Cole Slaw, Mediterranean Bowl Salad* Fruit

22

Baked Ham, Lemon Herb Baked Potato*, Creamed Spinach, W/G Roll*, Strawberries & Granola*

29 Roasted Pork Loin, Butternut Squash*, Green Beans, W/G Bun*, Jello Poke Cake*

9 Sloppy Joe w/ Cheddar Cheese, W/G Bun*, Roasted Potatoes*, Baked Beans*, Cherry Crisp*

16 Cheese Ravioli*, Italian Veg Blend^, Parmesan Breadstick*, Fruit Juice, Watermelon

23

BBQ Chicken, Mashed Sweet Potato*, Baked Beans*, Rice Crispy Bar*, Fruit Cup^

30

Chicken Breast w/Garlic Sauce, Brown Rice* w/Spinach & Parm, Carrots*, W/G Roll* Cookie*

10 Beef Tips w/ Gravy*, Egg Noodles*, Brussel Sprouts^, Warm Applesauce^, Cinnamon Roll*

17

Meatloaf, Sour Cream Mashed Yukon Potatoes*, Steamed Broccoli, W/G Roll*, Yummy Fluff^

24

Spaghetti* & Meat Sauce, Romaine Salad w/Tomato, Cucumber, French Dressing, Garlic Breadstick*

31 Bacon Cheeseburger w/ cheddar, W/G Bun*, Roasted Yukon Potatoes*, Broccoli, Watermelon

11

Ham Spread Salad, W/G Bread*, Cucumbers & Celery, Potato Chips*, Fresh Fruit Salad

18

Fresh Fruit Salad, Egg, Romaine, Tomato, Cucumber, Cottage Cheese, French Dressing*, W/G Bread*

25

Cold Cut Sandwich w/Cheddar, W/G Bun*, Pickles, Mayo, Potato Salad*, Three Bean Salad

Note: The signs indicate the number of carbs in a meal.

^ = ½ carb

*= 1 carb

*^ = 1 ½ carb

W/G = wholegrain

SENIOR CONGREGATE DINING: August

Lunch Meal Site Locations

Augusta Senior Center

Monday-Friday 12:00 p.m. Call 715-2862953 to make reservation by noon the day before.

St. John’s Apartments

Monday-Friday 11:15 a.m.

Call 715-839-4886 to make your reservation by 1:00 the day before Fairchild Community Center

Every Wednesday at 12:15 p.m.

Call 715-839-4886 to make reservation by the Tuesday before at 1:00 p.m.

Suggested contribution for Home Delivered Meals & at Congregate (group) Sites is $5 a meal.

The Wednesday salads listed on the menu are only available at the above Congregate Dining Sites.

Evening Meal Site Location

LE Phillips Senior Center

Meals are available on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday August 8th

Roasted Pork, Potato Pancakes, Applesauce, Green Beans, Dinner Roll, Dessert

Tuesday August 22nd

Baked Cod with Lemon Caper Sauce, Potatoes, Kale Salad w/Lemon Vinaigrette, Dessert

Suggested Contribution for the Evening Meal is $6

Please call ADRC Meals on Wheels line 715-839-4886 by the Friday before 3:00 p.m. to make your reservation.

Senior Dining or Congregate Dining is a program offered by the ADRC that provides a nutritious meal and an opportunity to socialize with others, make new friends, connect with old friends, change of scenery, and if desired, an opportunity to volunteer. Home Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels) is geared for those that are ‘homebound’, while congregate dining is the same meal served in a public setting for those that are able to get around in the community. The purpose of this program is to ensure older adults have access to at least one nutritious meal fve days a week.

Anyone 60 years old and older is eligible; the nutrition programs are not only for those with low incomes. While a contribution is suggested, no eligible person will be denied a meal based on their contribution.

The meals comply with the Dietary Guidelines for Older Americans and provide at least 1/3 of the recommended dietary allowances for an older adult. Meals have no added salt and on average contain: 1 serving of grains, 3 servings of fruits/vegetables, 3 oz protein, 1 tsp fat, and 8 oz of 1% milk.

If you are interested in dining with us, check out the various locations listed in this newsletter for days and times of meal service. If you have any questions, please contact the ADRC at 715-839-4886.

Thursday, August 23, 2023

It’s time to harvest the crops! Learn how to harvest, wash, and take home some goodies. Learn about the MOWs program and take a tour of the new kitchen.

Location: Meals on Wheels Kitchen, 5061 US Hwy 53, Eau Claire, WI 54701

Horticulture-Inspired Program for People Living with Dementia and Their Care Partners

3rd Thursday of the Month

1:00 - 2:30 pm

Hands-on, nature inspired experiences that provide opportunities to stimulate the senses, enjoy social interactions, and provide physical activity while imparting a sense of purpose.

-All supplies, materials, and refreshments provided.

Registration required for each session. Register online at www.adrcevents.org or call the ADRC at 715-839-4735

Farmers Market Vouchers

The Aging & Disability Resource Center began distributing a limited supply of Senior Farmer’s Market vouchers in June 2023 at local Farmer’s Markets. Eligible seniors can receive $35 in vouchers to be used at any approved Farmer’s Market vendor in the state of Wisconsin. The vouchers can be used to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables grown in Wisconsin. One $35 voucher packet per person.

To be eligible to receive the vouchers in Eau Claire County you must be:

• A resident of Eau Claire County

• 60 years of age or older or 55 years of age or older if Native American

• Meet specifc income guidelines

We have a limited amount of voucher packets left at the ADRC offce if you have not received them yet.

Reminder

The vouchers can used through October 31st at any eligible Wisconsin Farmer’s Market Stand and cannot be used next year.

If you have any questions or would like to get a packet stop into the ADRC or call us at 715-839-4735.

ADRC VAN SCHEDULE: August 2023

The ADRC van has room for one wheelchair and 3 additional individuals for no cost nonmedical trips. The van is available for seniors 60+ and adults living with a disability in Eau Claire County. Contact Dave, Transportation Coordinator to schedule at 715-225-0975. Priority given to individuals who live rurally.

Augusta Senior Center Featured Activities

FREE Stretching & Mobility Classes

Tuesday, August 8th at 1:45 p.m. in the Gym

Lacey is here on the 2nd Tuesday of each month teach the proper way to prepare your muscles and joints for activity by warming up and stretching before any form of physical activity.

Lacey’s main focus will be: functional mobility and stretching before exercising; reducing aches and pains from injury and fall prevention education.

August 21st 12:30p.m.-2:30p.m.

Did you know? The human brain loves creativity. The creative spark and the follow-through of creation have offered all of us so much fun, fulflling and empowering opportunities for growth, expression, communication and even healing since the ‘cave painting days’.

Schedule a little creative time for yourself! Every 3rd Monday Painting, drawing, photography, paper crafts, beadwork, jewelry making, crocheting, embroidery, or knitting

Aging & Disability Resource Center

Elder Beneft Specialists present free seminars open to anyone new to Medicare OR currently on Medicare. Caregivers and family members welcome.

August 2023 Presentations

Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 1 p.m. (LE Phillips Senior Center)

Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 10 a.m. (Government Center Room 1277)

Register at www.adrcevents.org or call The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County

715-839-4735 • 1-888-338-4636 tty: use Relay (711) adrc@eauclairecounty.gov

Boost Your Brain And Memory

7-Week Class

Wednesdays, August 2nd - September 13th

10:00 - 11:30 am

Altoona Public Library

1303 Lynn Avenue, Altoona

Boost Your Brain & Memory is a unique program that takes on a holistic approach to improving brain health in older adults. Participants will learn new habits to maintain cognitive health while also practicing new skills for better memory performance, and have fun!

Registration required - www.adrcevents.org or call 715-839-4735. Class size is limited.

ADRC Prevention and Health Promotion Workshops

Meet our ADRC Prevention Program Coordinator. Let’s have a conversation about healthy living and share ideas on topics of your choosing. Submit a topic and bring someone along! Please RSVP 1 week prior.

When: Thursday, 10:00 - 11:00 am August 3, 2023

Where: Hope United Methodist Church, 2233 Golf Road, Eau Claire

Staying Independent, Preventing Falls presentation

The impact of falls among older adults can lead to serious consequences. Falls are common and costly, both to the individual and our health care system. The psychological effects can be severe and place us at greater risk of more falls. The encouraging news is that falls are not a normal part of aging and can often be prevented. In this presentation we will explore normal aging, research-based strategies to address challenges, and action steps you can take to reduce YOUR fall risk.

WHEN: Tuesday, 10:00 - 11:00 am August 29, 2023

WHERE: Oakwood Home Apartments, 3802 Damon Street, Eau Claire

StrongBodies Information Session for new participants (virtual and phone conference)

Strength training is especially important as we age. Being physically active and socially connected are both essential for health and well-being. The StrongBodies program provides a safe environment for older adults to improve strength and balance with a fun group of peers. Learn more in this free orientation and sign up for classes starting in October.

WHEN: Thursday, 10:00 - 11:15 am September 7, 2023

Stepping On fall prevention program (in person)

Are you feeling unsteady on your feet? Stepping On can help you avoid a dangerous and costly fall so you can keep doing the things you love to do. In just 7 weeks, you will learn: Strength and balance exercises you can adapt to your individual level. To identify and remove or avoid fall hazards both inside and outside your home. How vision, hearing, medication, and footwear affect your risk of falling. To get back on your feet the right way if you do fall.

WHEN: Tuesdays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm September 12 - October 24, 2023

WHERE: Grace Lutheran Church, 202 W Grand Avenue, Eau Claire

REGISTER at least one week prior: Call the ADRC at 715-839-4735 or go to www.adrcevents.org

Wisconsin State Parks Offer Accessible Options

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources program Open the Outdoors has many options for residents of all abilities to enjoy the recreation opportunities within the state park system.

There are 53 properties managed by the state with accessible amenities, including campsites, cabins, fshing piers, trails, and adaptive equipment. Eight of the cabins are barrier free with roll-shower, adjustable hospital beds, grill, and enclosed porch. Accessible campsites include paved driveway and a paved pathway to restroom facilities.

If getting out in the water is what you are looking for there are adaptive kayaks, beach wheelchairs, and beach access mats available to reserve at many parks.

To fnd the complete listing all that the Open the Outdoors program has to offer go to https://dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/ OpenOutdoors.

WHEN: Tuesdays, Sept.12 – Oct. 17, 2023

WHERE: Lake Street United Methodist Church 337 Lake Street

Eau Claire WI 54701

TIME: 9:30 – 11:00 am

COST: FREE

Registration required:

Registration opens August 1st.

Class size is limited to 12 participants and registration is required. Register by contacting the Aging & Disability Resource Center at 715-839-4735 or online at www.adrcevents.org.

What is an Assisted Living Facility?

What is an Assisted Living Facility?

“Assisted Living Facility” is a term that encompasses three types of facilities licensed, certified or registered by the Department of Health Services. All assisted living facilities combine housing with services to help people remain as independent as possible.

Residential Care Apartment Complex (RCAC)

Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF)

CBRF’s are staffed group living arrangements that provide room, board, supervision and other supportive services to 5 or more unrelated adult residents.

Typically, residents have either a private or shared sleeping room and bathroom, and share living and dining space with other residents of the facility. CBRFs are intended for people who cannot live independently, but are neither acutely ill nor need extensive amounts of skilled nursing care. Up to 3 hours of skilled nursing care per week may be provided. Unlimited amounts of supportive and personal care provided. Facilities vary in size from 5 residents to over 100.

Community Based Residential Facility Memory Care (CBRF-Memory Care)

Memory care facilities specialize in caring for persons with various dementias, most commonly Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, or vascular dementia. The type of care provided in a Memory Care unit is the same type of care provided to the general population of an assisted living community, but on a much more intense level. Caregivers are also more familiar with the behaviors associated with memory impairments and interact positively to achieve desired goals.

An RCAC is a place where five or more adults reside. Apartments must each have a lockable entrance and exit; a kitchen, including a stove (or microwave oven); and individual bathroom, sleeping and living areas. This living option provides no more than 28 hours per week of supportive services, personal assistance and skilled nursing services. If a person finds themselves needing more care than this, they will have to either hire a private home care agency to supplement care or move to the next level which could be a CBRF or a Skilled Nursing Facility, depending on the situation.

For more information and a helpful booklet on the Assisted Living Facilities located in Eau Claire County, visit the Resource Library on our website www.eauclaireadrc.org, or give us a call at 715-839-4735.

To find the Assisted Living information on the ADRC webpage go to : www.eauclaireadrc.org:

CAREGIVER CAFÉ: August 1st

The caregiver café is an informal gathering place where caregivers can drop in, relax and connect with others while enjoying a cup of coffee/tea and delicious pastries. An ADRC staff person is available to provide information and assistance regarding resources available in our community. Everything is provided, just show up!

What Can You Expect?

• Social connection with others

• Peer Support

• An informal and relaxed environment

• Reduced Stress

• Contact the ADRC if respite is needed

Tuesday, August 1, 2023

9 – 10:30 a.m.

Location: The French Press

2823 London Rd, Eau Claire

Vehicle Modification Grant Available

Do you have a vehicle that needs modifications for accessibility?

The Vehicle Modification Grant has money available, up to $5,000, to make a vehicle accessible for caregivers, adults 60 and over, or adults living with a disability. This may also help with the purchase of a new/used modified vehicle.

Applications are reviewed and granted based on funding availability. Must be an Eau Claire County Resident to qualify.

Examples of possible modifications: lifts, ramps, left foot accelerator, right hand turn signal, modified-effort steering, swivel seat and so much more!

Contact the ADRC at 715-839-4735, we may be able to help pay for those modifications.