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OLDER AMERICANS MONTH

MAY 2022 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 tty: use Relay (711) Website and Social Media www.eauclaireadrc.org www.facebook.com/ECC.ADRC Interested in more news and updates? We regularly post to our Facebook page.

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

AGE MY WAY Older adults play vital, positive roles in our communities – as family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, civic leaders, members of the workforce, and more. Just as every person is unique, so too is how they age and how they choose to do it – and there is no “right” way. That’s why the theme for Older Americans Month (OAM) 2022 is Age My Way. Every May, the Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the celebration of OAM. This year’s theme focuses on how older adults can age in their communities, living independently for as long as possible and participating in ways they choose. While Age My Way will look different for each person, here are common things everyone can consider: · Planning: Think about what you will need and want in the future, from home and community-based services to commu-

nity activities that interest you. · Engagement: Remain involved and contribute to your community through work, volunteer, and/or civic participation opportunities.

· Access: Make home improvements and modifications, use assistive devices, and customize supports to help you better age-in-place. · Connection: Maintain social activities and relationships to combat social isolation and stay connected to your community.

Diverse communities are strong communities. Ensuring that older adults remain involved and included in our communities for as long as possible benefits everyone.

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MEET THE ADRC STAFF

ADRC Director Linda S.

Disability Benefit Specialist Melissa W.

ADRC Manager Lisa R.

Elder Benefit Specialist Leda J.

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Resource Specialist Maddie K.

Resource Specialist Anna J.

Options Counselor Dawnelle E.

Options Counselor Jen S.

Meal Delivery Meal Delivery Driver Driver Kris B. Doug S.

Kitchen Manager Sheryl S.

Prevention Coordinator Deb B.

Dementia Care Specialist Lisa W.

Disability Benefit Specialist Jim C.

Elder Benefit Specialist Jessica S.

Accountant Kelli W.

Administrative Associate Heather C.

Administrative Associate Carmelita H.

Resource Specialist Lindi E.

Options Counselor Brianna W.

Options Counselor Sue O.

Options Counselor Liz N.

Options Counselor Molly Y.

Options Counselor Jenna B.

ADRC Van Driver Dave O.

Cook Gilda H.

Cook Aaron P.

Meal Delivery Driver Gordy G.

ADRC Manager Betsy H.

Options Counselor Andrea R.

Meal Delivery Driver Norm B.

Meal Delivery Driver Sue K.

ADRC Nutrition Advisory Subcommittee Vacancy If you belong to a group served by the resource center or are a family member, guardian or other advocate and have interest in Nutritional Services for aging individuals or persons with disabilities, please consider applying or the vacant ADRC Nutrition Advisory Council position. The NAC is made up of 11 members that reflect the ethnic and economic diversity of the geographic area served by the ADRC. For more information and the application, visit the Eau Claire County webpage: www.co.eau-claire.wi.us. Hover over “Our Government” and click on Boards, Commissions & Councils; or contact Samantha Kraegenbrink at 715-839 -5106 for a paper application and more information.

The ADRC is closed Monday, May 30th for Memorial Day

ADRC UPDATE While our offices are open, we can provide most services over the phone, we encourage you to call ahead. Call: 715-839-4735 Email: adrc@co.eau-claire.wi.us www.eauclaireadrc.org (website updated regularly) There is a black, secure drop box near the front doors (on Oxford Ave) that items are retrieved from twice a day and delivered by hand to the correct person/department.

COVID CORNER Get 4 free at-home COVID tests! A partnership between the Federal Government and the US Postal Service is allowing residential households in the U.S. to order one set of 4 free at-home tests from USPS.com. Here’s what you need to know about your order:

If you haven’t received your first dose or booster of the COVID-19 Vaccine, you may find a vaccine provider by: 

Visiting www.vaccines.gov or by calling 211 or 1-877-947-2211.

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The State of Wisconsin has a call center at 1-844-684-1064 for personal assistance with COVID-19 vaccine related questions.

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Even if you ordered one set already, you are now eligible to put in another order.

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One order includes 4 individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests.

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The Eau Claire City/County Health Dept COVID phone line is 715-839-4718.

• It’s easy! https://special.usps.com/testkits

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If you need further assistance finding a vaccine, booster or testing location, call the ADRC of Eau Claire County at 715-839-4735.

Need help placing an order for your at-home tests? Call 1-800-232-0233 (TTY 1-888-720-7489)

ADRC SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: ELDER BENEFIT SPECIALISTS (EBS) Our EBS’ help older adults (60 or older) understand, get, and keep public and private benefits, including health care and programs that help save money. Elder benefit specialists can also help solve problems and assist with legal issues like eviction, appeals, and debt collection. Get help with: Health insurance, including Medcare, Medicaid, SeniorCare, and other programs that help cover health care costs.

Income, including Social Security Retirement and Disability, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and debt collection. Housing and utilities, including shutoffs, evictions, tenant rights, and financial assistance programs. Expenses, including FoodShare, internet, and phone bills. All elder benefit specialist services are confidential and free. Benefit specialists don’t sell anything and aren’t paid by any companies. Their only aim is to help you identify and apply for programs and health care that will best meet your needs.

AGING ADVOCACY DAY IS MAY 11TH REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN

SENIOR FARMERS’ MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM VOUCHER APPLICATIONS The Aging and Disability Resource Center will begin distributing a limited supply of Senior Farmers’ Market vouchers starting in June 2022. Eligible seniors can receive $25 in vouchers to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs. These vouchers can be used at any approved Farmers’ Market vendors in the state of Wisconsin. Only one $25 voucher packet per household. To be eligible to receive the vouchers, 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 the income guidelines (figures not yet available) Our distribution procedures will be modified from previous years. More information on how to get the Senior Farmers’ Market vouchers will be available in the June ADRC newsletter.

MEALS ON WHEELS NEEDS VOLUNTEERS The Meals on Wheels program is crucial to our homebound individuals in Eau Claire County and we rely on many volunteers to ensure timely delivery. We are in need of volunteers who are willing to deliver on a regular basis, or to substitute as needed. Convenient pick-up locations around town with varied pick-up times for meals. No assembly required, only delivering a hot nutritious meal to homebound individuals who need them! A fun and easy activity to do alone, or with co-workers, friends or family! Interested? Contact Betsy Henck, ADRC Manager at betsy.henck@co.eau-claire.wi.us or at 715-839-6259.

VEHICLE REPAIR GRANT Do you have a vehicle that needs to be repaired and you can’t afford to fix?. Examples of possible repairs: brakes, tires, non-cosmetic fixes etc. This grant does not qualify for general maintenance such as oil changes. See details to the right.

Contact the ADRC at 715839-4735, we may be able to help pay for those repairs. The Vehicle Repair Grant has money available, up to $5,000, for caregivers, adults over the age of 60 or adults (18-59) that have a disability. Applications are reviewed and granted based on funding availability. Must be an Eau Claire County Resident to qualify.

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ADRC VAN SCHEDULE MAY 2022

Would you like to go on one of our trips at no cost? The ADRC van has room for one wheelchair and 3 additional individuals. The van is available for seniors 60+ and adults with disabilities living in Eau Claire County. Contact Dave, Transportation Coordinator to schedule at 715-225-0975 Monday

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MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENSS MONTH Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. During May, NAMI joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Each year they fight stigma, provide support, educate the public and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their families.

For 2022’s Mental Health Awareness Month, NAMI will amplify the message of “Together for Mental Health.” This time is used to bring our voices together to advocate for mental health and access to care through NAMI’s blog, personal stories, videos, digital toolkits, social media engagements and national events.

Together, we can realize our shared vision of a nation where anyone affected by mental illness can get the appropriate support and quality of care to live healthy, fulfilling lives. Visit the MHA website: www.MHAnational.org/ finding-help for great information and Tools 2 Thrive:

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A film predominantly featuring people with disabilities made history at the Oscars in a move that advocates are calling a major win for disability representation in Hollywood. “CODA” won the Academy Award for best picture. The victory marks the first time that a film starring a mostly deaf cast took home the top prize. The Apple TV+ movie also won the Oscar for best adapted screenplay and Troy Kotsur, who plays a fisherman and

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 Taking time for yourself  Dealing with anger and frustration

 Radical acceptance  Getting out of thinking traps  Processing big changes

ACADEMY AWARD FOR BEST PICTURE: CODA

FILM STARRING ACTORS WITH DISABILITIES MAKES OSCAR HISTORY

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the family patriarch in the movie, became the first deaf male actor to receive an Academy Award. In “CODA,” which stands for child of deaf adults, 17-year-old Ruby is the only hearing member of her family. She often serves as an interpreter for her parents, but when she joins her high school choir and discovers her gift for singing, she finds herself divided between her family obligations and pursuing her dreams. “I cannot believe I’m here,” Kotsur said in sign language while accepting the Oscar for best supporting actor. “This is dedicated to the deaf community, the CODA community and the disabled community. This is our moment.”

If you or someone you know is in crisis please call 888-552-6642 to reach the crisis line.

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Please make your meal reservations by 1:00 pm one business day in advance. All meals are served with 1% milk. Meals subject to change without notice due to difficult with supply chain. Salads only available at the Dining Sites. Monday

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Creamed Chicken 2 Over Biscuits* with Mixed Veggies^ California Blend^ Fruit Juice*

Herbed Pork Chop 3 Roasted Pork Gravy* Mashed Potatoes* Steamed Spinach Fruited Jell-O with Whipped Topping*

Beef Stroganoff 5 With Mushrooms over Egg Noodles* Green Beans w/Bacon Banana Cream Pie Bars*

Tuna Fish Sandwich 6 with Cranberries W/G Bun* Romaine/Tomato Greek Side Salad with Vinaigrette Fresh Fruit^

Smoked Salmon 9 Omelet with Chives & Cheddar Breakfast Potatoes* Grilled Zucchini Strawberry w/White Chocolate Muffin*

Bacon & Cheddar 10 Casserole w/Pasta* Steamed Broccoli Breadstick* Fresh Fruit*

Honey Chicken 4 Wings Hearty Potato and Egg Potato Salad* Baked Beans* W/G Dinner Roll* Snickerdoodle Cookie* Baked Honey Ham 11 Au Gratin Potatoes* Steamed Carrots* Butter & Egg Roll* Apple/Blueberry Crisp*

Mushroom & Swiss 13 Burger with Pickles W/G Bun* BBQ Baked Beans* Pasta Salad* Applesauce^

Roasted Turkey 16 Yukon Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy Steamed Broccoli and Cauliflower W/G Dinner Roll* Fresh Fruit*

Baked Cod with 17 Lemon Butter Sauce Baked Potatoes* Sour Cream Green & Wax Beans W/G Dinner Roll* Pineapple Chunks

Dijon Pork and 18 Asparagus Sauté Mashed Potatoes* Baked Beans* W/G Bread* Cranberry Fluff*

Chicken Sausage 12 with Apple Rosemary & Garlic Potato Bites* Coleslaw W/G Dinner Roll* Chocolate Pudding w/ Oreo Crumbles* Fresh Fruit and 19 Cottage Cheese Salad Romaine w/Tomato Cukes, Pineapple, Red Grape, Strawberry Cheese Cubes Cantaloupe/French Croutons* Blueberry Muffin*

Brat and Kraut 23 W/G Bun* Mashed Garlic Red Potatoes* Bean Medley* Fresh Fruit*

Chicken Marsala 24 with Mushrooms & Savory Wine Sauce Brown Rice* Caprese Salad with Tomato, Mozzarella & Basil w/Balsamic Brownies*

Sloppy Joe on 25 W/G Bun* Cheddar Slice Roasted Red Potatoes* Steamed Corn* Fresh Watermelon

Chicken Nuggets 26 Yukon Mashed Potatoes* Chicken Gravy^ Carrot Coins* Pineapple Upside Down Cake*

Potato and Ham 27 Casserole* Steakhouse Spinach Corn Bread* Fruit Juice^

Bean & Frank 31 Casserole* Southern Biscuit* Warm Apple Slices^ Yogurt

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Salads 5/4 Chef Salad 5/11 Waldorf Salad 5/18 Strawberry & Spinach 5/25 Tuna & Fresh Greens

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Harvest Chicken 20 Casserole with Sweet Potatoes* and Brussel Sprouts/Cranberries Peas and Carrots* Breadstick* Fresh Fruit^

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I WON’T FORGET: MEMORIES AND MUSIC Join us for an evening of choral music featuring the Luther College Nordic Choir from Decorah, Iowa and the Stand In The Light Memory Choir from Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

OPEN AND FREE TO THE PUBLIC Tickets are required, general admission seating. Reserve your (free) tickets on the Pablo Center website at www.pablocenter.org/allevents/539/i-wontforget-memories-and-music or call 715-832-2787 for assistance.

6:30 - 8:30 pm Pablo Center at the Confluence RCU Theatre 128 Graham Avenue, Eau Claire

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SENIOR CONGREGATE DINING The following meal sites are now open for sit down dining:  Augusta Senior & Community Center (lunch)  Fairchild Community Center (lunch)  LE Phillips Senior Center (2 eve-

Augusta Senior Center Monday-Friday at 11:30 am call 715 -286-2953 to make your reservation by noon the previous day. Indicate when making your reservation if you will be dining in or taking out.

nings/month)  St. John’s Apartments (lunch)

 If you do not feel comfortable eating at the meal site, you will still have the Grab and Go option. Please let us know which you’ll be doing when you make your reservation.  Wednesday’s Salads (listed on menu) are only available to Congregate Dining Sites.

St. John’s Apartments Monday-Friday at 11am; call 715839-4886 to make your reservation by 1:00 the day prior. Fairchild Community Center Every Wednesday at 12:00pm; call 715-839-4886 to make your reservation by the Tuesday before at 1:00 PM. Indicate when making your reservation if you will be dining in or taking out.

LE Phillips Senior Center Evening Meal Please call the ADRC office by the Friday before at 3:00 PM to make your reservation. Please be sure to indicate if you will be dining in or taking out. Meals are available on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:00 pm. Tuesday May 10th Pulled Pork Sandwich, Potato Salad, Steamed Broccoli, Apple Slices Tuesday May 24th Tater Tot Hotdish, Tomato/ Cucumber/Onion Salad, Bread, Dessert

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When Old Ways Don’t Work Poor fellow. All banged up, scratched, bruised, angry, befuddled, trying to keep her from wandering out of the house using brute force. She won’t behave, won’t follow the simplest directions, ignores his orders and rebels when he yells. She won’t let him wash her, put her to bed, won’t stay in bed or take her medicine. Poor lady. Lost in space, can’t find her home and when she goes out to search for it this strange man grabs at her, drags her back, shouts, lies

about her mother being dead, won’t leave her alone even when she hits him, scratches and bites. He wrestles the phone from her hands, goes into a rage about the waste basket is not a toilet. She needs to talk to her Mama and now no one will tell her where she is. Poor fellow. He has become a caretaker as his wife slowly descended into the abyss of memory loss. He is self-sufficient, can handle it by himself, always “ruled the roost,” proud, didn’t need help. She has always done what he said but now she’s changed, become rebellious, disregards orders and asks him who he is, what’s he

MARCH FOR MEALS SPONSORS: THANK YOU! Together we help ensure no senior goes hungry! The donations given are what makes it possible to continue this crucial service for Eau Claire County. We can continue to provide for our community with the help and generosity of our contributors.

We are still accepting donations for March for Meals.

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doing in her house, what has he done with her husband? Poor ignorant caretaker husband, does not know yet he needs help, hasn’t figured out that because she can’t convey her thoughts in spoken words, she has invented a new language of acting out and he must learn how to interpret that language. He has not yet learned to agree and defer her wishes. Has not learned that when she is searching for her mother who has been gone for decades he should say, “Let’s bake some of her favorite cookies while we wait for her,” which is not a lie, but compassionate truth. He has not contacted his county ADRC, the source of all the help he needs.

MEDICARE AND YOU ADRC Elder Benefit Specialists present free seminars open to anyone new to Medicare OR currently on Medicare. Caregivers and family members welcome. Register at www.adrcevents.org or call The ADRC of Eau Claire County 715-839-4735 • 1-888-3384636 tty: use Relay (711) adrc@co.eau-claire.wi.us

May 2022 Presentations Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at 10:00 am (Virtual via Webex)

Friday, May 13, 2022 at 1:00 pm (Government Center Room 1277)

SAVE THE DATE!

MAY DEMENTIA SUPPORT

For more information and program flyer, check out the ADRC calendar events at www.adrcevents.org

Coffee Group for Men Connections and coffee for men caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia. • Wednesdays, 5/4 and 5/18, 11:00 am - Noon Peace Lutheran Church, 501 E. Fillmore, Eau Claire For more information, contact Bob at 414-378-2114 or beevee6610@gmail.com

Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group This support group is for people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Caregivers welcome. • Wednesday, 5/25, 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@co.eau-claire.wi.us

Lewy Body Dementia Support Group This support group is for people caring for a person living with Lewy Body Dementia. • Wednesday, 5/11, 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

Memory Café It’s that time of year and the smell of flowers is in the air. Join us as we explore flowers and create an arrangement with the help of a local garden center. • Tuesday, 5/10, 10:00 - 11:00 am Chippewa Valley Museum, 1204 E. Half Moon Drive, EC for more information, contact Lisa at 715-839-4735 or lisa.wells@co.eau-claire.wi.us

Brain & Body Group Fitness Program An exercise and brain health program for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and their care partners. • Mondays and Wednesdays, 5/9 - 7/27, 10:00 - 11:30 am Lake Street Methodist Church, 337 Lake Street, EC Register online at www.adrcevents.org or call 715-839-4739.

Fridays, June 3 and June 17, 2022 10:00 - 11:30 am Virtual, Comfort of Your Home June 3rd Ways to Wellness: Spiritual Well-Being The Spiritual Wellness Dimension is a broad concept that represents one’s personal beliefs and values and involves having meaning, purpose, and a sense of balance and peace. It includes recognizing our search for meaning and purpose and developing an appreciation for life and the natural forces that exist in the universe. At this presentation, learn how you can improve or enhance this important dimension in your well-being.

Yia Yor, UW-Madison Division of Extension Eau Claire County

June 17th The Other Dementias: FTD, Lewy Body Disease, Vascular Dementia, and Others While Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common cause of dementia, there are other less well-known disorders that can cause dementia. We will discuss diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches. Susanne Seeger, MD, Department of Neurology UW-School of Medicine & Public Health

Please register for each webinar online at the Aging & Disability Resource Center, www.adrcevents.org or call 715-839-4739 Watch your email for webinar link a few days prior. 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 715-839-4735 or lisa.wells@co.eau-claire.wi.us

ADRC Prevention and Health Promotion Workshops

StrongBodies™ Information Session for new participants 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. WHEN: Tuesday, June 7, 2022 10:00 - 11:15 am WHERE: Virtual Webex or phone conference, “Join meeting” link and instructions will be sent. REGISTER: Call the ADRC at 715-839-4735 or go to www.adrcevents.org at least one week prior.

StrongBodies™ Strength and Balance Training 10-week workshops, classes meet twice weekly for one hour each. Mondays & Wednesdays, July 11 - September 19, 2022 at 8:30 am, 11:15 am, 4:30 pm or 5:00 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 12 - September 15, 2022 at 8:30 am Repeat participants must complete a Re-enrollment Consent Form to sign up by June 27. Suggested donation $20 for repeat participants. Download form at www.adrcevents.org, email adrc@co.eau-claire.wi.us or call the Aging & Disability Resource Center at 715-839-4735 to request a form by mail.

Stand Up & Move More (in person) The couch may be comfy, but spending too much time sitting is bad for your health. Time to Stand Up & Move More! Research shows that excessive sedentary behavior (or 'sitting time') has been linked to serious health consequences. The Stand Up & Move More program gives you strategies to do just that - stand up and move more! The program is designed specifically for older adults who sit more than six hours per day. You’ll learn in a group with peers and help each other identify strategies to stand up more often and for longer periods of time throughout the day. Stand Up has been researched and proven to reduce sitting time by 68 minutes per day. WHEN: Tuesdays, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. July 19 - August 9 + September 6, 2022 WHERE: Eau Claire County Courthouse, 721 Oxford Avenue, Eau Claire

Mind Over Matter: Healthy Bowels, Healthy Bladder (in person) Three-session workshop designed to give women the tools they need to take control of symptoms. It provides information and group activities along with simple exercises and dietary changes to practice at home. Even if you do not have leakage symptoms now, it is never too early or too late to think about bladder and bowel health. WHEN: Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. July 21, August 4 & 18, 2022 WHERE: Eau Claire County Courthouse, 721 Oxford Avenue, Eau Claire

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

CAREGIVER CAFE: May 3rd 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 • Respite services are available. Please contact the ADRC if respite is needed. 1st Tuesday of each month (May 3rd) 9 – 10:30 am Location: The French Press 2823 London Rd, Eau Claire

MEMORY CAFE: May 10th

The past few years have been tough on us. Join Moira Kneer, author, retired chaplain, and caregiver, as she provides tips and tools on rekindling our hope and joy! Walk away with a smile and “spring” in your step! Refreshments sponsored by Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County. For more information, contact Lisa Wells, at the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County, 715-839-4750 or lisa.wells@co.eau-claire.wi.us

2nd Tuesday of every month (May 10th) 10:00 – 11:00 am Location: Chippewa Valley Museum, Carson Park 1204 E Half Moon Dr, Eau Claire

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WHAT IS ‘AGING IN PLACE’? By: Karen Hauck, Certified Aging in Place Specialist, Chippewa Valley Aging in Place, LLC.

According to the US CDC, Aging in Place is “the ability to live in one’s own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of age, income or ability level.” When you really think about it, you have been Aging in Place since you were a toddler. Our parents "child-proofed" our homes when we were young. As we age, our environments change for our lifestyle and for the safety of our family members. Aging in Place strategies can be incorporated into any home at any time. In fact, small changes made periodically is the best way to prepare your home to Age in Place for both your pocketbook and your health. Typically, people start to contemplate how their home will function for them as they age, when they start to have difficulties in their home. These difficulties can happen because of a broken bone, eyesight changes, stroke or maybe of a sudden accident or illness. No one wants to think that their mobility or ability to live as they are right now will change, even though they know it probably will. While there may be a financial cost to modifying your home for the future, there is a significant cost to being in an assisted living or a nursing home environment. According to Seniorhomes.com, an assisted living apartment in the Chippewa Valley

averages $4,475 and a nursing home averages $7,422 a month. Many of the ways to make a home one to age in place in will not need a large budget or a major remodel. A consultation with a Certified Aging in Place Specialist will help you learn what changes can be made to your home.

ards of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) as guidelines to make your home more accessible it does not necessarily mean that it will be useable for you. The important thing to keep in mind is that there is no one solution for every person or family. People are different sizes, their homes are designed differently, and they have different needs. The most important thing to consider as you start to make the plan is to think about how and where you want to live. Many want to move to a smaller home, or to a different climate, while others would like to stay in their home and their community.

Approximately 90% of adults over the age of 65, want to stay in their home as long as possible and 80% believe they will always live in their current home, according to AARP. By staying in their own homes, they generally have increased satisfaction, health, and self-esteem, all which will help them to live a longer fuller life. Look at your home, how do you use your home and the objects in it? How accessible are these items? How you use the items? Health and mobility impact how those items are accessed and used in your home in the future. While using the general stand-

Thinking about what you want and communicating to your loved ones, you can make sure that if there is a sudden need to change your living environment, everyone is working towards the same goals and plan you have put in place.

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StrongBodies™ is a 10-week program designed to help older adults become and stay strong. Each class includes warm-up, progressive weight training, balance, and flexibility exercises. Minimal equipment needed: set of dumbbells, ankle weight & floor mat or towel.

All new participants must complete forms at an Information Session before participating in classes. Virtual and in person workshops. Class size is limited. Registration is required two weeks prior to the start of all classes. Registration New participants register online www.adrcevents.org or call 715-839-4735. Repeat participants must complete a Re-enrollment Consent Form to sign up by June 27, 2022.

StrongBodies™ - Information Session WHEN:

Tuesday, June 7, 2022 10:00 - 11:15 am

WHERE:

Virtually via WebEx

Workshops: M&W, July 11 - September 19, 2022 8:30 am, 11:15 am, 4:30 pm, 5:00 pm T&TH, July 12 - September 15, 2022 at 8:30 am

COST:

No fee for new participants $20 suggested donation for repeaters

Aging & Disability Resource Center, 721 Oxford Avenue, Room 1130, Eau Claire WI 54703 715.839.4735 1.888.338.4636 tty: use Relay (711) www.eauclaireadrc.org adrc@co.eau-claire.wi.us

NEW PROGRAM TO HELP WITH OVERDUE HOUSING-RELATED BILLS Wisconsin Help for Homeowners (WHH) is a new statewide program that can help with overdue bills like mortgage payments, property taxes, utilities, and more. The program is open to individuals and families who live in Wisconsin with overdue housing-

related bills, both with and without a mortgage, who meet income and other eligibility requirements, and have experienced a qualified economic hardship since January 21, 2020.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT:  eligibility  program benefits  application

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Please visit the Wisconsin Department of Administration website at: www.bit.ly/ helpforhome

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FISHING HAS NO BOUNDARIES: 22ND ANNUAL CHIPPEWA VALLEY FISHING EVENT This event opens the world of adapted and accessible fishing for all! A day of fishing packed with fun, fishing, boating and eating.

Rods, reels, life vests, adapted fishing equipment, bait, fish cleaning, boats, pontoons, guides and Saturday evening dinner are all included!

Volunteers with boats or pontoons are needed!

Event is free. No fishing license or experience is needed!

(event will provide gas stipends, event liability insurance, meals, and drawings)

Who: Anglers with disabilities, friends, family guests, attendants When: August 6, 2022 Where: Paradise Shores, Lake Holcombe, 26364 Cty Hwy M., Holcombe, WI

For more information, or to donate or register please contact Bobbi or Amanda at 1.800.228.3287 v/tty or 715.233.1070 v/tty Email: craigb@cilww.com or amandam@cilww.com

care for a lifetime Dr. Kristin Severson is a Board Certified Geriatrician Specializing in the Care of the Elderly

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.

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