ADRC of Eau Claire March Newsletter

Hi Friends,

Connecting and chatting over the phone is such a meaningful part of life that your friends here at ADRC Eau Claire are excited to share a couple of new ways you can connect with others right from your phone!

March 2023

AGING & DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER [ADRC]

721 Oxford Avenue, Room 1130

Eau Claire WI 54703

MONDAY - FRIDAY

8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

(715) 839-4735

1-888-338-4636

ty: use Relay (711)

WEBSITE AND EMAIL

www.eauclaireadrc.org

adrc@eauclairecounty.gov

SOCIAL MEDIA

www.facebook.com/

ECC.ADRC

www.instagram.com/ adrceauclaire/

ADRC Mission Statement

To help people age 60+ and adults living with disabilities secure needed services or benefts, live with dignity and security, and achieve maximum independence and quality of life.

COFFEE TALK

We are teaming up with Friends & Co to bring you Cofee Talk. We endorse this lovely, free program that invites you to call in and spend time chatting with friendly folks like us, who have warmth and friendship to share with you. Each time you call, you have the chance to chat with someone new, depending on which “Cofee Talker” answers the line. Cofee Talk is all about fostering life-afrming connections and companionship for happy, healthy aging.

So, if you feel like a chat, Cofee Talk is open Monday – Friday, 8:00 – Noon To connect, and share what’s on your mind, just dial: 715-406-4871 or 877-238-2282

PHONE COMPANIONS

For something a little diferent from Cofee Talk, Phone Companions can pair you with a caring phone friend dedicated to just you and the promise of exploring a lasting one-to-one friendship together. You and your phone companion decide when to connect and how often you chat – just like good friends.

To learn more or to sign up to be paired with a Phone Companion, call 612-746-0737 or email companions@friendsco.org

ACCOUNTANT

Kelli Weiss

ADRC VAN DRIVER

Dave Okas

COOKS

Aaron Pritzl

Gilda Halbleib

Karen Mitag

Sara Sedahl

DEMENTIA CARE SPECIALIST

Lisa Wells

ELDER BENEFIT SPECIALISTS

Jessica Smith

Leda Welke

DISABILITY BENEFIT SPECIALISTS

Jim Coldwell

Melissa Wendtland

The Eau Claire ADRC Team

MANAGEMENT

Linda Struck, Director

Betsy Henck, ADRC Manager

Lisa Riley, ADRC Manager

Sheryl Sadzewicz, Kitchen Manager

MEAL DELIVERY DRIVER

Doug Salter

Gordy Geurink

Kris Bertrand

Norm Brunkow

Sue Klauck

MEAL SITE WORKER

Jon Samolinski

OPTIONS COUNSELORS

Barb McRae

Brianna Werner

Jenna Belter

Date Savers More to Come!

Jennifer Solfest

Liz Net

Maddie Ketner

Molly Yang

Sue O’Branovich

PREVENTION COORDINATOR

Deb Bruning

RESOURCE SPECIALISTS

Carmelita Hogan

Heather Craker

RESOURCE SPECIALISTS II

Kate Telschow

Lindi Engedal

Brain Health Seminar Series in the Community Room at Dove Healthcare West return every other Friday beginning in May - August from 10:00 - 11:30 am

Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

Stella Pagonis, County Board (Chair)

Sue Miller, Citzen Member (Vice Chair)

Heather Deluka, County Board

Tami Schraufnagel, County Board

Amanda Babb, County Board

Jean Doty, Citzen Member

Audrey Nelson, Citzen Member

Allen Myren, County Board

Sandra Romey, Citzen Member

Bruce Schafer, Citzen Member

ADRC Equity Statement:

The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County is welcoming and safe for all. We are committed to serving with equity in mind. No judgement, assumptions or shame.

There are no income requirements to utilize the services of the ADRC. ADRC's assist anyone age 60 and over, as well as adults age18-59 living with disabilities.

ADRC services are also available to family members, friends, caregivers and professionals working with these populations.

We’d like to extend a special thank you to RainMaster for donating some staf time toward helping our Meals on Wheels kitchen! We appreciate you!

The ADRC will be ofering a local Powerful Tools for Caregivers workshop soon! Class dates and locations will be announced in the April ADRC newsletter!

Caregiving is rewarding. But it can be challenging too.

Whether you provide care for a spouse, partner, parent, friend, or a child with special needs; at home or in a care facility, whether down the block or miles away, yours is an important role. But taking care of yourself is important also.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educational workshop designed to help caregivers take care of themselves while caring for someone else. By taking care of your own health and well-being, you become a better caregiver.

The classes give caregivers tools to help:

• Reduce stress

• Improve self-confdence

• Manage time, set goals, and solve problems

• Better communicate feelings

• Increase ability to make tough decisions

• Locate helpful resources

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The advertisements in this newsletter are obtained from the printing company LPI, not the ADRC. The ADRC provides unbiased information and assistance to those we serve.

Confict of Interest Statement

The primary purpose of the ADRC is to provide the customer with unbiased information about services that will meet their needs. This includes sharing information with customers about agencies that provide needed services. The ADRC may operate programs that provide direct services to customers. The ADRC Specialist:

• Cannot attempt to infuence customers for fnancial gain or other self-interests.

• Cannot attempt to infuence customers in the interest of any service or program provider, including the ADRC itself. The ADRC is prohibited from using revenue generated from direct service programs to support the ADRC Specialist program.

Put Your Home on a Low-Salt

We all know that eating too much salt can cause health problems, but did you know that using too much salt around your home can cause environmental problems? We use salt to keep our sidewalks safe in the winter and to soften water in our homes all year, but using too much salt can contaminate drinking water, endanger wildlife, increase soil erosion, and damage drinking water infrastructure.

Road salt can cause corrosion in cars, trucks, roads and bridges. In addition, excess road salt can kill roadside plants and attract wildlife, like deer, who like licking the salt, which increases the probability of accidents. Moreover, road salt and salt from water softeners ends up in nearby surface and groundwater. Studies have shown that drinking water and freshwater ecosystems in northern parts of the world are becoming increasingly salty. High levels of salt in drinking water affect people with high blood pressure, and too much salt in surface water can be toxic to some fish and other animals.

Here's how you can reduce the salt you use around your home. First, when you store salt for use around your home, make sure it is in a waterproof container to prevent it from leaching into the ground. When it snows, clear snow before it turns into ice. Shovel or sweep often during a snowstorm. After you shovel, use only as much salt as you need. A 12-ounce coffee mug full of salt is enough for a 20-foot driveway or 10 sidewalk squares. Remember that salt only works when pavement temperature is above 15o F, so use sand when the temperature is colder than that. Sweep up leftover salt from driveways and sidewalks when the pavement is dry. Dry salt can be reused.

Eau Claire County Highway Department and the Aging and Disability Resource Center are excited to share updates regarding the new facility. The ADRC will be opening it’s new Central Kitchen for Meals on Wheels in the coming months, and we are excited to share an updated picture.

The new kitchen will be co-located with Eau Claire County Highway Department at 5009 US Hwy 53 Eau Claire, WI 54701 and will be home to the Senior Nutrition Program (Meals on Wheels).

The new space will allow for continued growth of our program, help reduce costs and be located within a County owned facility.

We will keep everyone informed through the coming months for how this transition will look from our current location to our new facility. Your patience and understanding are much appreciated as we navigate moving a commercial kitchen. At this time, we are anticipating end of frst quarter for move in, but as we all know in this market we may experience some delays. We will be sure to update through our Facebook page, newsletter, and fiers to existing recipients.

March 2023 Meals on Wheels & Senior Dining Menu

Meals on Wheels Phone Line: 715-839-4886

St. John’s Apts | 815 Chapin Street, Eau Claire| Mon– Fri Serve Time: 11:15 am | 715-839-4886

Fairchild Comm Center | 121 Farmer St, Fairchild | Every Wednesday Serve Time:

All meals are served with 1% milk and subject to change without notice due to difculty 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.

*Wednesday Salads listed below are only for the Congregate Sites.

Wednesday Salads*

3/1 Chef Salad

3/8 Pear Salad w/ Balsamic & Walnuts

3/15 BLT Salad

^ = ½ carb

* = 1 carb

*^ = 1 ½ carb

W/G = wholegrain

6 Southern Style Smothered Chicken over Herbed Rice*, California Blend*, Warm Biscuit*, Fresh Fruit

13

Baked Cod w/ Lemon & Capers, Baked Yukon Potato* w/Sour Cream, Bean Medley*, W/G Roll*, Fruit

20

Chicken Caesar

Salad with Romaine & Egg, Croutons*, Parmesan, Mandarin Oranges

27

Chicken Nuggets*, Homestyle Chicken Gravy*, Mashed Potatoes* Mixed Veggies^, Fresh Fruit^

3/22 Tuna Salad w/ Fresh Greens

3/29 Fresh Fruit & Cottage Cheese

7 Cheeseburger w/ pickles on W/G Bun*, Roasted Yukon Potatoes*, Baked Beans*, Seven Layer Bars*

14

Ginger/Honey Glazed Pork, Rice*, Snow Peas, Red Pepper, Carrot*, Celery^ & Mushrooms, Fresh Bread*, Fortune Cookie*

21

Tuna Casserole w/ Egg Noodle*, Cheese Sauce^, Potato Chips*, Steamed Corn*, Dinner Roll*

28

Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole w/Shell

Pasta*, Cheddar Sauce^, Green Peas*, Applesauce^

1

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Note: The signs indicate the number of carbs in a meal.

Slow Roasted Pork, Homestyle Gravy*, Buttered Noodles*, Green/Wax Beans, W/G Roll*

Cinnamon Roll Cake*

8 Baked Ham w/ Brushed Mustard Apple Glaze, Green Beans, Scallop Potatoes*, W/G Roll*, Pineapple*

15

Chicken Cordon Bleu* w/Dijon Sauce, Cheesy Mashed Potato*, Steamed Broccoli, W/G Roll*, Lemon Meringue Pie*

22

Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry over Brown Rice* Carrots*

Frosted Brownie*, Fortune Cookie*

29

Hot Ham & Cheese on Kaiser Roll*, Roasted Potatoes*, Baked Beans*, Coleslaw, Fresh Fruit^

2 Egg, Ham, Broccoli & Cheddar Bake, American Fries*, Pasta Veggie Salad*, Berry Cobbler*

3 Creamy Broccoli Bake with Bowtie Pasta, Baked Beans* Breadstick*, Fresh Fruit^

9 Chicken & Swiss w/ Sautéed Mushrooms, Wild Rice Pilaf*, Asparagus, Dinner Roll*, Oatmeal Raisin*

16

Glazed Ham w/ Apples, Sweet Potato Casserole*, Brussel Sprouts, W/G Roll*, Blueberry Strudel*

23

Swedish Meatballs, Yukon Mashed Potatoes*, Broccoli & Caulifower, W/G Roll*, Cranberry Fluf*

30

Grilled Salmon w/ Couscous*, Lemon Butter Sauce, Tomato, Cucumber & Tomato Salad, Cherry Crisp*

10 Italian Wedding Soup w/Orzo* & Spinach, Radish Salad w/ Lemon Vinaigrette, Crusty Bread*

17

Reuben Casserole w/Corned Beef, Potato* & Kraut, Carrots, Minted Cookies*, Fresh Fruit^

24

2 Pancakes* w/ syrup*, Sausage Links, Apple Crisp*, Potato Salad*

31 Baked Chicken, Yukon Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Spinach, W/G Roll*, Fresh Fruit^

SENIOR CONGREGATE DINING: MARCH

Lunch Meal Site Locations

Augusta Senior Center

Monday-Friday at 12:00pm. Call 715 -286-2953 to make your reservation by noon the day before.

St. John’s Apartments

Monday-Friday at 11:15am. Call 715839-4886 to make your reservation by 1:00 the day before.

Fairchild Community Center

Every Wednesday at 12:15pm. Call 715-839-4886 to make your reservation by the Tuesday before at 1:00 PM.

The suggested donation for Home Delivered Meals and meals at the Congregate (group) Sites is $4/meal.

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Evening Meal Site Location

LE Phillips Senior Center Meals are available on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:00 pm.

Tuesday March 14th

Stufed Shells, Marinara Sauce, Sausage, Bread with Mozzarella, Side Salad, Dessert

Tuesday March 28th

Baked Ham, Baked Potato, Glazed Carrots, Fresh Apple Bread, Fruit, Dessert

Suggested Donation for the Evening Meal is $5

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

Are you looking for a way to give back to others with a flexible schedule and no minimum requirement?

We are recruiting for volunteers who are willing to deliver weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or as a substitute. Delivery for meals takes up to 1½ hours, and we can be flexible with YOUR availability. Convenient pick-up places all around Eau Claire with pick-up times at 10:50, 11:10 or 11:30. A fun and easy activity to do alone, or with co-workers/friends!

If you’re interested in learning more, contact Betsy Henck, ADRC Manager at betsy.henck@eauclairecounty.gov or at 715-839-6259.

Meals on Wheels is in search of volunteers!

MARCH FOR MEALS

The Meals on Wheels program in Eau Claire County serves a hot, made from scratch, meal to approximately 450 homebound seniors every weekday. All the meals are made locally in our kitchen located in Fall Creek. We believe that good nutriton will help seniors maintain healthy minds, bodies, and ultmately their independence. Some of our program funding comes from the seniors we serve in the form of a monthly donaton. These partcipants are ofen on fxed incomes and are batling the rising cost of living.

One year of Meals on Wheels, per partcipant, is the same cost of one day in the hospital. 11% of Wisconsin seniors struggle with hunger, deciding between medicaton, housing or food. We would like to ofer business leaders and community partners an exclusive opportunity to help by sponsoring a route for homebound seniors in Eau Claire County.

March for Meals is a campaign for the Meals on Wheels program and our partcipants. Here is how it works: For a one-tme donaton you will sponsor meals for our local Meals on Wheels Partcipants at various levels of support.

Donatons can be made one of 3 ways:

1) Mailing back this form with a check payable to Meals on Wheels Atn: March for Meals to:

ADRC of Eau Claire County

Atn: Betsy Henck

721 Oxford Ave. Room 1130

Eau Claire WI, 54703

2) By calling the ADRC at 715-839-4886 to make a donaton over the phone using a credit card.

Or, 3) you can visit our website www.eauclaireadrc.org and click on the “Make a Diference Donate” buton to make a donaton.

Yes, I want to help!

_____ $100 will sponsor 25 meals (Business or individual acknowledgement in our newsleter and social media pages)

_____ $500 will sponsor 125 meals (Business or individual acknowledgement in newsleter, social media and postcard with personal message or business informaton will be given to each partcipant.)

_____ $_______ (another amount, specify)

Business or Individual Name making the donaton: _____________________________________

Donaton made in honor of: __________________________

Contact Name: _____________________________________

Phone: ____________________________________________

Email:_____________________________________________

Need more informaton? Contact Betsy Henck, ADRC Manager at betsy.henck@eauclairecounty.gov or 715-839-6259.

ADRC VAN SCHEDULE: March 2023

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

Aging & Disability Resource Center ElderBeneft Specialistspresent free seminars open to anyone new to Medicare OR currently on Medicare. Caregivers and family members welcome.

March Presentations:

Friday, March 10 at 10:00 am (Government Center Room 1277)

Wednesday, March 29 at 10:00 am (virtual via Webex, meeting link will be emailed once registered)

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@co.eau-claire.wi.us

We celebrate & thank all of our staf, whether licensed Social Workers or do honorary socialwork through their hard work and compassion to serve the folks of Eau Claire County.

ADRC Prevention and Health Promotion Workshops

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

StrongBodies Information Session for new participants (virtualandphoneconference)

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 both strength and balance with a fun group of peers. Learn more in this free orientation and sign up for classes starting in April.

WHEN: Thursday, 10:00 - 11:15 am/ March 2, 2023

StrongBodies Strength and Balance Training classes (virtualorin-personoptions)

10-week workshops, classes meet twice weekly for one hour each.

Monday/Wednesday class options running April 3 - June 7, 2023

8:30-9:30am (virtual)

11:15-12:15pm (virtual)

OR

7:30-8:30am (in-person)

5:00-6:00pm (in-person)

Tuesday/Thursday class options running April 4 - June 8, 2023 8:30-9:30am (virtual)

Repeat participants must complete a Re-enrollment Consent Form to sign up by March 13. $20 suggested contribution.

Stepping On fall prevention program (inperson)

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 afect 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/ April 11 - May 23, 2023

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

Healthy Living with Diabetes (inperson)

Designed for adults of all ages who have type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, or who live with someone who does. Learn how to manage the condition through 14 self-management tools. Topics include healthy eating and nutrition: food label reading and meal planning, relaxation techniques, ftness for exercise and fun, feedback and problem-solving, stress and depression management, shortterm goal setting, communicating with friends, family, and your medical team. Meets weekly for 6 weeks, plus optional class with a Certifed Diabetes Care and Education Specialist.

WHEN: Thursdays, 1:00 - 3:30 pm/ April 13 - May 25, 2023

WHERE: Eau Claire County Courthouse, 721 Oxford Avenue, Eau Claire

By Jim Alf

Support Groups

A valuable resource of help for caregivers of people with dementia is support groups, which are listed in the ADRC newsletter. As Amy Lokken, facilitator of Chippewa Valley Lewy Body Caregivers says, “…….they (members) fnally feel as though they're not alone, somebody else understands what they're going through and they also gain additional tools and suggestions and resources that they just weren't necessarily fnding elsewhere.”

Bob Vogler, leader of the Cofee Group for Men would agree. He started his group several years ago and has seen men who are caregivers for their wives with dementia share experiences, giving and gaining information from each other. Newcomers to the group, confused by their new role of caring for a wife with dementia fnd themselves among men who can answer questions and give advice, making the task much easier. Some men stay in the group after their caregiving has ended so they can continue to help new members. Membership for the group is for men only.

Amy Lokken says, “………after their loved one has passed, they fnd a sense of family and want to continue on, giving back for a while after their loved one has passed because they still have information that's valuable to other members that they have not had before. “Scott Seeger, facilitator for the Virtual Support Group for Working Caregivers says, “……they (members) learn a lot about their own strength as a caregiver but also what's most needed is the opportunity just to kind of let it out and express their emotions which oftentimes they don't feel they can do in and amongst people who aren't in that caregiving role, so when they're around other caregivers they feel more free to express their emotions.”

For more information about support groups available contact Lisa Wells at 715-839-4750 or lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov.

Cofee Talk with the Eau Claire County Veteran Service Ofce

Veteran Services Director.

US Army Retired LOVES cofee, drinks it all day. Super friendly guy, and very knowledgeable about VA Benefts AND military history! (BONUS!) Will ofer you a cofee if you come in to chat about benefts!

Veteran Services Assistant Director.

Army Veteran Hates cofee but loves Mt. Dew. As our longest running Veteran Service Ofcer Adam knows A LOT! Come in and talk to Adam about VA benefts, you will be in great hands!

Benefts, including:

Veteran Services Admin. Drinks one large cofee from Kwik Trip a day. Not more, not less! The most helpful admin in the whole building! She will serve you with a smile. She can fll out a military marker application like no other!

Ofcer.

Air Force Veteran. Really likes cofee but tries to keep it to two cups a day. As the newest Veteran Service ofcer to the group, she is very enthusiastic and loves learning all aspects of the job. Voted most likely to give hugs.

• Service-Connected Disability Compensation

• Home loans

• Readiness and employment services

• Small business programs with initiatives specifcally for women Veteran-owned small businesses

• Burial (including pre-need eligibility)

• Life insurance

• Transition and economic development

• Education and training

• Pension for Veterans and survivors

Eric Killen

Adam Kohls

Beth Risen

Angela Deutschlander Veteran Service

Disability Advocacy Day March 23

*Registration Open*

Disability Advocacy Day is back in person! It is a day-long event focused on connecting SelfAdvocates with their legislators to talk about issues that matter to them.

-Attendees are expected to participate in the morning briefng and visit their legislators in the afternoon.

-FREE, but you must register.

-For issue papers, online and paper registration go to www.survivalcoalition.org

Wednesday, April 26, 2023

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Dove Healthcare - West Eau Claire

Community Room

1405 Truax Boulevard, Eau Claire

 Gain knowledge of end-of-life issues and ideas for planning ahead.

 Obtain valuable information and practical advice from local professionals.

AGENDA AT A GLANCE

9:30: Check in: Monona Terrace, One John Nolen Drive, Madison. Stop by the Voting Resource table.

10:30: Briefng on Survival Coalition’s current issues, planning time and lunch.

12:15: Rally at the State Capitol, Martin Luther King Blvd. entrance (3 blocks away).

1:00- 3:00: Attend Legislative visits.

3:00-3:30: Check out and debrief after your visit at the Capitol.

 No-cost event includes lunch, morning & afternoon refreshments and Final Afairs Guide.

 Topics include Legal Considerations, Funeral Planning, Grief & Loss, and MORE.

 Moreinformationcomingsoon!

Save the Date: The Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Network (WAAN) is planning for an in-person Aging Advocacy Day 2023 event in Madison on May 9th.

SPRING FLOODING SAFETY

Spring is almost here, that means fooding might not be far behind...

Floods are the most common natural disaster in the United States. They can result from rain, snow, coastal storms, storm surges and overfows of dams and other water systems. They can develop slowly or quickly. Flash foods can come with no warning. Floods ofen cause outages, disrupt transportaton, damage buildings and can create landslides.

Before a food:

• Know your risk of foods check FEMA’s food map at www.fema.gov/food-maps to see your level of food risk. If you are at high risk, consider food insurance.

• Prepare for a food

 Make a plan for your household (including pets), so you will know what to do, where to go and what you will need during a food event.

 Put together a kit of supplies, food, water, copies of important documents, etc.. Have them in waterproof storage so they are easy to grab if you need to evacuate.

• Stay informed!

 Consider signing up for the county emergency alert system, if you need assistance with sign up, call the ADRC: (715)839-4735 htp://tnyurl.com/eauclairesmart911

 NOAA Weather Radio these radios alert you of severe weather in your area

 Outdoor sirens, Local news, social media, word of mouth keep in touch!

During a food:

• Find safe shelter right away.

• Do not walk, swim or drive through food waters. Turn Around, Don’t Drown!

 Remember, just six inches of moving water can knock you down, and one foot of moving water can sweep your vehicle away.

• Stay of bridges over fast-moving water.

• Depending on the type of fooding:

 Evacuate if told to do so by authorites

 Move to higher ground or a higher foor

 Stay where you are

Personal Home Floods:

While there may not be a large natural disaster, you may have fooding in your home resultng from, burst pipes, over run guters, or other utlites issues. This can happen to anyone, so make sure to keep an updated picture inventory of your major household items and valuables. Store copies of important documents in a safe, dry place and the originals in a watertght & freproof safe if possible. Keep guters clear of debris to avoid accumulaton of water. Avoid pipes freezing in the winter by keeping your heat above 55*.

Adapted from informaton on Ready.gov

CAREGIVER CAFÉ: March 7th

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

• Refreshments

• Contact the ADRC if respite is needed.

1st Tuesday of each month

9 – 10:30 am

Location: The French Press 2823 London Rd, Eau Claire

MEMORY CAFÉ: March 14th

Let’s face it…Winter has been long and hard. Let’s think and “talk” about spring with a fun and interactive game of Spring Bingo! Fun prizes are a guarantee!

RefreshmentssponsoredbyVisitingAngels

For more information, contact Lisa Wells, at the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County, 715-839-4750 or lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov

2nd Tuesday of every month

10:00 – 11:00 am

Location: Chippewa Valley Museum in Carson Park

1204 E Half Moon Dr, Eau Claire

MARCH DEMENTIA SUPPORT

For more information and program

fyers, check out the ADRC calendar events at www.adrcevents.org

Cofee Group for Men

Connections and cofee for men caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia.

Wednesdays, 3/1 and 3/15, 11:00 am - Noon

Peace Lutheran Church, 501 E. Fillmore, Eau Claire. Contact Bob at 414-378-2114 or beevee6610@gmail.com

Powerful Tools for Caregivers 6 Week Class

A 6-week (once a week) educational workshop for people who are taking care of a family member or friend designed to support the family caregiver and improve his or her well-being. It does not teach hands-on care or focus on disease or other conditions, but rather helps the caregiver cope with the physical, emotional, and fnancial challenges of being a caregiver.

Thursdays, March 23 - May 4, 1:30 - 3:00 pm Will be held virtually; to register contact: Becky Kamrowski

becky.kamrowski@co.trempealeau.wi.us

715-538-1930

Lewy Body Dementia Support Group

This support group is for people caring for a person living with Lewy Body Dementia.

Wednesday, 3/8, 6:00 - 8:00 pm Porter Place, 914 Porter Avenue, Eau Claire

For more information contact Janell at romatowskij@comcast.net or Amy at amy@mudmodular.com

Questions about brain health, dementia, and/or caring for a person with dementia?

Contact Lisa Wells, Dementia Care Specialist, at the Aging & Disability Resource Center at 715-839-4750 or lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov

Stand in the Light Memory Choir

People in the early to mid-stages of memory loss, their care partners, and singing volunteers come together to share their love of music!

Thursdays, January 5 - April 20, 2023

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd

1120 Cedar Street, Eau Claire. For more information, call 715-210-4165 or standinthelightmemorychoir@gmail.com

Virtual Support Group for Working Caregivers

Monday, 3/6, 7:00 - 8:00 pm Contact Scott at 715-261-6066 scott.seeger@adrc-cw.org

Date Saver - Hobby Hands and Healing Hearts

A monthly support group for older adults who are experiencing any type of grief and loss.

Third Monday of the month, 1:00 - 3:00 beginning in April. More to come next month.

Brain Health Check-Ups

A brain health check-up is a wellness tool that helps identify possible changes in memory and cognition. It creates a baseline so future changes can be monitored. Appointments are 15-20 minutes.

March 15, 2023

1:00 - 4:00 pm

L.E. Phillips Senior Center

1616 Bellinger Street, Eau Claire

To register, visit www.adrcevents.org or call the ADRC at 715-839-4735 to set up appointment

Memory Loss and Caregiver Support Group

This support group is for people with memory loss and caregivers.

Wednesday, 3/29, 1:30 - 3:00 pm

Lake St. Methodist Church, 337 Lake Street, Eau Claire. For more information, contact Lisa at 715-839-4750 or lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov

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.

VEHICLE REPAIR GRANT AVAILABLE

Do you have a vehicle that needs to be repaired and you can’t afford to fix it?

The Vehicle Repair Grant has money available, up to $2,500 for caregivers, adults 60 and over, or adults living with a disability. Applications are reviewed and granted based on funding availability. Must be an Eau Claire County Resident to qualify.

Examples of possible repairs: brakes, tires, non-cosmetic fixes etc.

This grant does not qualify for general maintenance such as oil changes.

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

March is National Nutrition Month!

March is celebrated as national nutrition month, every year since 1973. The purpose of the campaign is to help the public become aware of the importance of good nutrition and physical activity. This year’s theme is “Fuel for the Future”. Nutrition is not a one size fts all. We are each unique with diferent bodies, goals, backgrounds, and tastes! Eating a healthy diet may look diferent from one plate to another depending on your preferences, culture, and cooking abilities. Each week in March highlights a diferent skill to work on to help you personalize your nutrition. Consider focusing on the following goals each week:

Include healthful foods from all food groups- include protein, dairy, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Eating balanced meals will keep you full longer, give you more energy throughout the day, and help you get all the nutrients your body needs to stay healthy and strong. Get creative and make your plate colorful with nutrient dense foods.

Hydrate healthfully- aim to drink a minimum of 8 cups of water each day! Keep a water bottle nearby, replace sugar sweetened beverages with water, milk, black cofee and tea, try sparking water or add natural favoring such as lemon or fruit to water.

Plan your meals each week- use a grocery list to shop for healthful foods, plan a weekly menu and try a new meal, be menusavvy when dining out and plan meals before you get to the restaurant, and pack a healthy lunch for a busy day.

Be physically active your way- pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can. Every bit adds up and health benefts increase as you spend more time being active. Aim for 30 minutes of moderate exercise fve times per week. Even ten minutes three times per day adds up!

The benefts of personalizing your plate for good nutrition are invaluable, but it doesn’t have to be an all or nothing approach. Focus on one nutrition goal per week. Have your friends and family join in on the fun and help you reach your goals. Creating small and consistent changes is the key to creating healthy habits. How will you personalize your plate today?

For more information on National Nutrition month visit: https://www.eatright.org.

Diagnosing and treating age-related health conditions. Offers counseling to help prevent and manage health issues that can arise later in life including memory loss, falls, frailty, and incontinence.

Assisting in managing multiple medical issues such as memory loss, incontinence, Parkinson’s disease, falls, arthritis, or polypharmacy.

Help to maximize function and improve Quality of Life as one ages.

Dr. Severson will also provide counseling to patients wishing to discuss end of life decisions.

721 Oxford Avenue Room 1130

Eau Claire WI 54703

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