ADRC November 2022

AGING & DISABILITY

RESOURCE CENTER

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

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November is National Alzheimer’s (and Dementia) Awareness Month

November is NationalAlzheimer’ sandDementia AwarenessMonth.President Ronald Reagan frst designated the month to Alzheimer’s awareness in 1983.

Approximately 2 million Americans were living with the disease in the early 1980’s; today that number has more than doubled to more than 6 million Americans. It is estimated that approximately 1 in every 2 families have been directly impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia.

Much of the information in the news and on websites are facts and fgures and have little about how people are livingwell. Let’s replace the stigma and talk about how life certainly changes with dementia, but it still can be good with hope and support from family, friends, and the community.

Contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County to learn about support groups, classes, programs, conferences, and more!

HOLIDAY CLOSURE

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.

The ADRC, including Meals on Wheels and Senior Congregate Dining, will be closed on Thursday November 24th and Friday November 25th. If you’d like additional meals delivered, please contact our ofce at 715 839 4886 by Tuesday November 22nd for delivery on Wednesday November 23rd .

Additionally, NO EVENING MEAL will be hosted on Tuesday November 22nd at the L.E. Phillips Senior Center.

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

Jim Coldwell

Melissa Wendtland

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

Andrea Reischel

Brianna Werner Dawnelle Ender

Stella Pagonis, County Board (Chair) Sue Miller, Citzen Member (Vice Chair)

Heather Deluka, County Board Tami Schraufnagel, County Board

Jenna Belter

Jennifer Solfest

Liz Net

Molly Yang

Sue O’Branovich

PREVENTION COORDINATOR

Deb Bruning

RESOURCE SPECIALISTS

Carmelita Hogan

Heather Craker

RESOURCE SPECIALISTS II Lindi Engedal Maddie Ketner

Resource Center 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 Dan Sipl, 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.

Need Help Using Your Technology?

The United Way of the Greater Chippewa Valley is continuing the Digital Literacy Coaching Program, previously administered by the Eau Claire County Broadband Committee.

This service is open to all residents of Eau Claire County. College student volunteers (Digital Literacy Coaches) are paired with residents who wish to further their digital literacy skills.

Digital Literacy Coaches work one on one to fgure out what YOUR unique learning goals and needs are. Whether it’s learning how to connect to the internet, how to use your devices or more specifc needs like Zoom, telehealth, or online banking, your Digital Literacy Coach is there to help! Your Digital Literacy Coach supports progress, forms trusting relationships, and guides you to resources geared towards your needs.

Please contact Amber Scharenbroch via mail (3603 N Hastings Way, Suite 200), email (ascharenbroch@uwgcv.org), or phone (715-834-5043leave a message if no answer Amber will return your call!) to be paired with a Digital Literacy Coach.

Specialized Transportation Grant: Public Comment Opportunities

The ADRC is hosting two opportunities for public comments, questions, and review of the 85.21 Specialized Transportation Grant. The purpose of this grant is to provide transportation for seniors and individuals with disabilities.

Please join us at either times/locations:

Wednesday November 16th at the Fairchild Community Center from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

OR

Monday November 21st at the Eau Claire County Courthouse from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

Copies of the 85.21 grant are available at the ADRC Ofce 721 Oxford Ave Suite 1130 Eau Claire WI 54703, online at www.eauclaireadrc.org.

For the month of November, due to construction at the Augusta Senior & Community Center, an Options

be

there byappointmentonly.

Call the ADRC to schedule: 715 839 4735

With winter just around the corner, we’d like to remind everyone of our policy regarding closures of the Meal on Wheels and Senior Dining Program. Meals on Wheels and Senior Dining Sites may be closed if we have heavy snowfall, extreme temperatures, icy roads, storms/tornado/ heavy winds, etc.

For delivery, we ask that you please have snow and ice removed from entrance and sidewalks so that our volunteers can safely deliver your meal to you.

If Eau Claire schools are closed due to weather, Meals on Wheels and Senior Dining Sites will also be closed.

If Eau Claire schools have a late start, Meals

- If your sidewalks are not cleared

To check for our closings,

stll deliver.

run the risk of no delivery.

will be able to fnd them scrolling on the botom of the TV along with the school

local channels WEAU TV 13 and WQOW TV 18. You can also fnd our closings directly on their websites: www.weau.com and www.wqow.com We also announce

closings on WAXX radio.

Mark Munson

November 2022 Meals on Wheels & Congregate Site Menu

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

Augusta Senior Center | 616 W Washington St, Augusta | Mon Fri Serve Time: 12 pm | 715 286 2953

Fairchild Comm Center | 121 Farmer St, Fairchild | Every Wednesday Serve Time: 12:15 pm | 715 839 4886

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

Home Delivered Partcipants: Make any cancellatons or changes by 1pm, one business day before.

Congregate Dining Site Partcipants: Make your meal reservatons by 1pm, one business day before.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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

^ = ½ carb

* = 1 carb

*^ = 1 ½ carb

W/G = wholegrain

7

Brat and Kraut W/G Brat Bun* Mac and Cheese* Steamed Carrots* Fresh Fruit*

14

Chicken & Bacon Cheddar Melt Kaiser Roll* Parsley Potatoes* California Blend* Fresh Fruit*

Chicken Pot Pie* Potatoes, Corn, Peas

Green Beans, Onion And Carrots* Southern Biscuit* Apple Sauce^

28

Turkey Tetrazzini Cream Sauce w/ Mushrooms Linguini Pasta* Steamed Broccoli Breadstick* Fresh Fruit*

1

Herb Chicken Breast, Penne Pasta* Marinara W/ Onion and Broccoli, Green Beans W/G Dinner Roll* Cottage Cheese

8 Creamy Chicken And Wild Rice Soup, w/Carrot, Mushroom, Onion, Celery & Peas*, Saltine Crackers* Steamed Broccoli, Peach Mufn Cake*

Tuna Salad Sandwich W/G Bun* Pickle, Romaine / Tomato Potato Chips* Steamed Corn* Sugar Cookie*

2

3 Hamburger

Stroganof, w/ Cavatappi Pasta*w/ Mushroom / Onion, Baked Beans* W/G Dinner Roll* Frosted Brownie*

Tender Roast Beef Homestyle Gravy* Mashed Yukon* Buttered Spinach W/G Dinner Roll* Fresh Fruit^

4

Beef Tips w/Gravy S. Cream/ Mushroom Mashed Garlic Potato* ,Baked Beans* ,W/G Dinner Roll* Jello w/Fruit^

Herbed Pork Chop Homestyle Gravy* Yukon Mashed Potatoes* Baked Beans* Blueberry Lemon Upside Cake*

29

Chicken Florentine Soup w/Orzo & Spinach, Carrot, Onion Crusty Bread* Rice Crispy Bars*

9

Beef Taco Salad Romaine / Tomato Cheddar Cheese Black Beans & Corn* Spanish Rice* Salsa / Sour Cream* Mandarin Oranges

Bacon Cheese Burger Casserole with Shell Pasta* Roasted Brussel Sprouts*, Garlic / Cheddar Biscuit Strawberries

Chef Salad Romaine, Ham, Egg, Cukes, Tomato, Shred Carrot, Fr. Dressing* Cheese Cubes Croutons* Yogurt Cup / Granola*

Meatloaf Baked Potato* with Sour Cream

Peas and Carrots* W/G Dinner Roll* Fresh Fruit*

10

Tri Color Tortellini* With Cheese/ Marinara, Baked Caulifower Garlic Breadstick* Vanilla Pudding with Vanilla Wafers*

17

Baked Honey Ham Mashed Sweet Potato* Homestyle Stufng* Green Bean Casserole* W/G Dinner Roll* Pumpkin Pie*

Thanksgiving

11

Breaded Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce Roasted Red Potato* Asparagus* Cheddar Bread* Fresh Fruit^

18

French Toast* With Syrup Sausage Patties Smoked Salmon Salad With Italian Dressing Fresh Fruit*

Day After Thanksgiving

Wednesday Salads

11/2 Chef Salad

11/9 Strawberry & Spinach

11/16 BLT Salad

11/23 Tuna w/ Greens

11/30 Fresh Fruit & Cottage Cheese

Meal Site Locations:

 Augusta Senior & Community Center (lunch)

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Fairchild Community Center (weeklylunch)

 LE Phillips Senior Center (2evenings/month)

 St. John’s Apartments (lunch)

Wednesday’s Salads (listed on menu) are only available to Congregate Dining Sites.

Augusta Senior Center

Monday Friday at 12:00pm 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.

St. John’s Apartments

Monday Friday at 11am; call 715-839-4886 to make your reservation by 1:00 the day prior.

Fairchild Community Center

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

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 tell us 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 November 8th, 2022

Turkey Tetrazzini, Roasted Vegetables, Fresh Bread, Ice Cream Sandwiches

Tuesday November 22nd, 2022 NO EVENING MEAL

Learning Opportunity at the 11/8/22 Evening Meal: Home Health Care

Home Health Care is a wide range of services provided in your home for an illness or injury.

Join Angela Kjellberg from Aveanna Home Health on November 8th at the Senior Congregate Evening Meal to learn more about:

 What is home health care?

 Why use home health care?

 How much will it cost

 What happens at home health visits?

 Who are the home health providers in the Chippewa Valley?

Although it is recommended to review your Part D drug plan, if you do nothing, you will remain in the same plan. It’s a choice to review other Part D plans. If you choose to review other plans, you can do so the following ways:

1. Use the Medicare.gov Plan Finder tool at: www.medicare.gov/plan-compare To learn how to create a Medicare account: Go to: www.eauclaireadrc.org: Click on Elder & Disability Benefits Counseling Under Open Enrollment Information, click the link that says “Learn How to Create a Medicare Account.”

2. Call Medicare (1 800 633 4227) Medicare offers unbiased information by trained staff on all plans available.

3. Call WI Medigap Helpline (1 855 677 2783) serves ages 60+ Medigap helpline offers unbiased information by licensed insurance agents on all plans available. You will leave a message and receive a call back; limited staff available.

4. Call Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW) Helpline (1 800 926 4862) serves ages 18 59. DRW helpline offers unbiased information by trained staff on all plans available.

5. Call individual Medicare Part D Plans

plan will only have information on the plans they offer. To compare pricing, you need to call more than one plan and have your current drug list ready.

800 261 8667

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ADRC VAN SCHEDULE: NOVEMBER 2022

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.

Dave, Transportaton Coordinator to schedule at 715 225 0975. Priority given to individuals who live rurally.

Monday

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

St Johns Apartment to Walmart. Pickup at 10a.

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

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St Johns Apartment to Woodmans. Pickup at 10a.

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

Open date call to request trip.

ADRC Van not in service today.

ADRC Van not in service today.

Winter is always a difficult time for the Meals on

program but is still crucial to our homebound individuals on the program. We are recruiting for volunteers who are willing to deliver on a weekly, bi weekly, monthly, or as a substitute. Delivery takes around an hour, so we can be flexible with YOUR availability. Convenient

up places all around Eau Claire with varied pick up times at 10:50, 11:10 and 11:30. A fun

easy activity to do alone, or with co

Betsy Henck, ADRC Managerbetsy.henck@eauclairecounty.gov or at 715 839 6259.

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. November 2022 presentation: Friday, Nov 11, 2022 at 1:00 pm (Virtual via Webex)

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

Promotion Workshops

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

Stepping On falls prevention (in person)

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 inside and outside your how; how vision, hearing, medication, and footwear afect your risk of falling and what you can do to minimize these risks; and how to get back on your fear the right way if you do fall. $10 suggested donation.

WHEN: Tuesdays, 1:00 3:00 p.m./ November 1 December 13, 2022

WHERE: Grace Lutheran Church, 202 W Grand Avenue, 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 both strength and balance with a fun group of peers. Learn more in this free orientation and sign up for classes starting in January.

WHEN: Thursday, 10:00 11:15 a.m./ December 1, 2022

WHERE: Via Webex; participants will receive further information by email or mail before the event.

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

Virtual: Mondays & Wednesdays, January 9 March 15, 2023 at 8:30 am, 11:15 am, and Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 10 March 16, 2023 at 8:30 am

In person: Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. (Chapel Heights UMC), 5:00 p.m. (Dove Healthcare West)

Repeat participants must complete a Re enrollment Consent Form to sign up by September 19. $20 suggested donation for repeat participants. Download form at www.adrcevents.org, email adrc@co.eau claire.wi.us or call the ADRC at 715 839 4735 to request a form by mail.

Did You Know?

Malnutrition can cause muscle loss, dizziness and increase your risk of falls. If you have 2 or more chronic conditions, you may be at risk of malnutrition.

Join us for a SteppingUpYourNutritionWorkshop to learn how nutrition affects falls, why muscle matters, how to get enough protein & fluids as well as what you can do to eat better and improve your health.

Come to SteppingUpYourNutritionon Tuesday November 22nd from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm at the L.E. Phillips Senior Center.

Register one week ahead of time by contacting the ADRC at 715 839 4735. This class if FREE for individuals 60 years old and older.

By Jim Alf

Dementia and Incontinence: A Difcult Topic

When my wife could no longer remember who I was, about middle stage dementia, she began to have urinary incontinence. At frst, with only a little occasional dampness, we began using small sanitary pads during the day and medium sizes at night. At that time, I had joined a support group for men caretaking their wives who had dementia. Inquiring, I learned that incontinence was a common factor they were dealing with, and they made me aware that it was defnitely in our future. At the drug store, I made a survey of products – four shelves about thirty feet long, everything from mini pads to double bottom pull ups. I saw the future.

Warm, moist pads are the world’s best laboratory for growing bacteria and soon a lively batch gave Karen a urinary tract infection (UTI). That was countered with antibiotics, but it wasn’t long before it happened again. Because of her memory problems she also was wiping in the wrong direction, reinfecting herself. Then a continual low dose of antibiotics worked. To combat skin rash, a barrier cream containing zinc oxide was used. Applied after washing, it limits the amount of urine contacting the skin. An OTC product is called invisible gloves, pre work cream, skin protective cream, etc.

As memory loss progresses the patient no longer recognizes the urge to use the toilet, so bowel incontinence follows. That’s the time to start using pull up underwear. There are too many kinds and sizes to describe so some trial and error is necessary. I also bought her athletic slacks with elastic waistbands and no buttons. It helps to lay a large disposable pad of some kind in front of the toilet when removing a pull up that is messy because it will spill. The easiest way to do a thorough cleanup of the person is to step in the shower, using a handheld shower head. Incontinence of a person with dementia is best dealt with by regular visits to the toilet. I tried to get my wife on the toilet about every two hours, which helped. The best information I got to help deal with incontinence was from our doctor, a person at the drug store who knew the products, other caretakers, and the people who came in several times a week to help. The county ADRC has information and products to help. Asking for help is important. One does not learn this alone.

November is National Family Caregiver Month, a time to recognize and thank the many hard working and devoted people who provide care to a loved one.

We all know a caregiver the gentleman who patiently walks with his wife whose mobility is failing; the woman who gently nudges her forgetful husband to follow her back to the car after purchasing groceries; the woman who brings her aging mother to her doctor appointments; the man who brings his kids along to do some repairs on his parent’s house. They are everywhere family, friends and neighbors who help their loved ones with the daily tasks of life, allowing them to maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life. The role of the unpaid caregiver is invaluable and yet they often don’t recognize their own worth.

Let’s Celebrate Caregivers this month! Here are some simple things you can do to really help a caregiver and let them know that they are important and appreciated.

you. Do you want me to bring a meal or a mop?” Or ask what they need from the grocery store or when is a good time to send your teenager over to mow/rake/shovel snow. Be specifc and gently insist on helping.

4. Invite them to do something go for a walk, cofee, a movie. Maybe they have turned you down too many times, so you stopped asking. Try asking again and ofer to help fnd someone to be with their loved one if that is a problem. Even if they say no, being asked will help them see they are still included.

5. Remind them of the importance of self care, then help them seek out ways to get a break.

6. Attend a support group meeting with them. Sometimes it is hard to go alone, and your presence will open up this valuable resource to them.

1. Stop by their house and say hello. You don’t have to bring anything or do anything. Stopping for a quick visit to let them know you are thinking about them can mean a lot, especially if it is hard for them to get out of the house.

2. Call the caregiver and check in on how THEY are doing. Too often the conversation is about the person needing care and the caregivers’ needs are forgotten. Listen to them without judging or advising. An opportunity to share their feelings openly and in confdence can be a great help and comfort.

3. Ofer to help. Instead of telling them to call if they need something, be more persistent in ofering your help. Try this. “I am going to help

7. Check in regularly. A weekly phone call to ask how things are going can alleviate feelings of loneliness and help them feel special and important. Sometimes they just need someone to listen to them, and sometimes hearing about someone else’s life gives them a break. If you are comfortable doing so, ofer to care for their loved one for an hour or two so they can get a break.

Take some time to recognize and thank the family caregivers that you know. They deserve to be celebrated!

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Med Wise Rx workshop coming in 2023

Medication management can be challenging for many older adults and their caregivers, especially when people have many conditions and medications. Medication errors by older adults can result in unwanted efects from medicines, and worse, falls, hospitalizations and even death. Poor communication and medication coordination problems with multiple people prescribing a person’s medications can increase these errors even more. The pharmacist is important to help people manage their medications and address their medication related questions and concerns. Yet, patients and caregivers often are unsure what questions to ask their pharmacist or how to ask them.

The MedWiseRxprogram is the frst skills based educational program designed to improve older adults’ communication with pharmacists and other providers leading to safer medication management. The program consists of two 1.5 hour classes, separated by one week for home practice. For the frst time, MedWiseRxwill be delivered virtually by facilitators from the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) in early 2023.

Who is eligible?

• Older adults (at least 65 years old),

• Taking 5 or more multiple medicines regularly (this includes nonprescription drugs),

• Able to navigate and join a Zoom or Webex meeting (at ADRC, library, home, etc.),

• Can be a highly involved informal caregiver (any age and health status) but must be highly involved in organizing the administration and/or pick up of older adult’s medications.

Will there be fee? No. This will be a free workshop.

How many times will they meet? Two 1.5 hour classes

How will they meet? Via Webex. It is possible to use the ADRC’s space and computer if unable to do it from home or the library.

If you are interested in being place on our contact list when classes are set up, contact Deb at deb.bruning@eauclairecounty.gov or 715 839 7998.

This project is a partnership between the University of Wisconsin Madison School of Pharmacy, the Community Academic Aging Research Network (CAARN) and statewide ADRCs.

MEMORY

RefreshmentssponsoredbyAveanna Healthcare

715 839 4750

lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov

DEMENTIA NOVEMBER SUPPORT

For more information and program fyer, 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, 11/2 and 11/16, 11:00 am Noon, Peace Lutheran Church, 501 E. Fillmore, Eau Claire. Contact Bob at 414 378 2114 or beevee6610@gmail.com

Memory Loss and Caregiver Support Group

This support group is for people with memory loss and caregivers. Wednesday, 11/30, 1:30 3:00 pm Lake St. Methodist Church, 337 Lake Street, Eau Claire. For more information, contact Lisa at 715 839 4750 orlisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov

Lewy Body Dementia Support Group

This support group is for people caring for a person living with Lewy Body Dementia. Wednesday, 11/9, 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

The holidays are here and so are some of our favorite foods, but what about nutrition? Join dietitian, Pam VanKampen, and chef, Lori Fernandez, as they do a cooking demonstration and share healthy nutrition tips for the holidays. RefreshmentssponsoredbyAveannaHealthcare Chippewa Valley Museum, 1204 Half Moon, Carson Park Tuesday, 11/8 at 10:00 am. For more information, contact Lisa at 715 839 4750 or lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov

Stand in the Light Memory Choir FALL CONCERT

People in the early to mid stages of memory loss, their care partners, and singing volunteers come together to share their love of music! Thursday, 11/17, 6:30 pm, 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, 11/7, 7:00 - 8:00 pm. Contact Scott at 715261 6066, scott.seeger@adrc cw.org. Contact Scott at 715 261 6066 or scott.seeger@adrc cw.org

Brain Health Check Up

A brain health check up (memory screen) is a wellness toll that helps identify possible changes in memory and cognition. We screen for other things, why not your memory? It’s free, confdential, and takes only 15 minutes!

Wednesday, November 9th

1:00 3:00 pm (20 minute appointments)

L.E. Phillips Senior Center

1616 Bellinger Street, Eau Claire

To schedule an appointment, call the ADRC at 715 839 4735

How Grief and Loss Rewires the Brain and What YOU Can Do About It

Grief and loss are normal and come in many forms. The stress caused from grief and loss can cause a reduction in nerve growth and memory. Learn what you can do through a variety of strategies to help you rewire your brain.

Wednesday, November 16th

1:00 2:30 pm

L.E. Phillips Senior Center

1616 Bellinger Street, Eau Claire

Register by calling the L.E. Phillips Senior Center at 715 839 4909 by Monday, November 14th.

SAVE THE DATE: Coming in January!

Hobby Hands and Healing Hearts

Mondays, January 23 March 13, 2023

An 8 week program for adults 60+ that are feeling isolated or grieving to make new connections, learn evidence based coping skills, and try new hobbies.

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

1) Location: Health Department; EveryTuesday4:30pm 6:30pm Eau Claire City County Health Department 721 Oxford Ave, Eau Claire WI (Enter at Door C12E on 2nd Avenue and Lake St.)

Vaccines available: 1st & 2nd doses (for people who have never been vaccinated for COVID): Pfzer (ages 5 years and older)

Booster dose (for people who have already been vaccinated against COVID): NEW: Pfzer (age 12+) fall COVID booster dose (for people who have already been vaccinated against COVID)

To be eligible, your last dose of any COVID vaccine must have been more than 2 months ago. This vaccine targets the Omicron and original strain of the virus and is also called the “bivalent” vaccine.

How to sign up: Appointments highly encouraged. Register at ecvaccine.as.me

2) Location: Northstar Middle School (Multi purpose room), WednesdayNovember2nd,3pm 5pm 2711 Abbe Hill Dr., Eau Claire WI

FREE vaccine for adults: Pfzer (age 12+) fall COVID booster dose (for people who have already been vaccinated against COVID)

To be eligible, your last dose of any COVID vaccine must have been more than 2 months ago. This vaccine targets the Omicron and original strain of the virus and is also called the “bivalent” vaccine. How to sign up: No appointment needed

3) Location: DeLong Middle School (Library); WednesdayNovember9th,3pm 5pm 2000 Vine St., Eau Claire WI

FREE vaccine for adults: Pfzer (age 12+) fall COVID booster dose (for people who have already been vaccinated against COVID) To be eligible, your last dose of any COVID vaccine must have been more than 2 months ago. This vaccine targets the Omicron and original strain of the virus and is also called the “bivalent” vaccine.

How to sign up: No appointment needed

This time of year, with Thanksgiving at the end of this month, we are thinking of gratitude and being thankful. Here at 2 1 1, we can help you fnd resources in your area that may provide holiday meals, baskets or holiday gift programs for children. This is also a time that gets to be hard for many, with holidays coming up and loved ones not being here. You may be missing them because it's the frst year without them or you may feel the multiple years of heartache that grief brings. We are here to talk and provide supportive listening with compassion and empathy. November 11th is a time we refect on the service and sacrifce of our Veterans on Veteran’s Day and give thanks to them. We can help with looking for specifc resources for our beloved Veterans as well. We are flled with gratitude to be able to serve you and are here to provide help in fnding a variety of resources and services.

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WinterSafetyTips

Don’twaituntilthesnowfallstogetreadyforwinter! Winter weather is knocking on our doors, a chill is already in the air, so take some time to get ready for the winter season now before we’re buried in snow!

• When leaving the house, loose ftting, lightweight layers will keep you warmer than one bulky sweater.

• Consider adding a few small items to your purse or coat pocket, like hand warmers, a snack, an extra pair of gloves. Make sure your cell phone is charged before you venture out. Delays are far more impactful in the winter months, having these items make delays more manageable.

• Is shoveling your driveway and sidewalk proving to be more difcult year after year? Before the snow hits the ground consider reaching out to friends, family, and neighbors to makea planfor clearing the areas you are responsible for. The ADRC also has a list of companies in the area who can provide that paid service as well as other winterizing tasks.

• If you have a car, consider adding a small kit to your vehicle so in the event you get stuck, you are prepared to ride it out. If you have a cell phone, make sure it is charged before leaving the house. Other helpful items are: jumper cables, fares or refective triangle, ice scraper, car cell phone charger, a blanket, shelf stable snacks, a pair of gloves and winter hat, and cat litter or sand for better tire traction. For more check out Ready.gov.

Colony Park West

Colony Park East

Vehicle Repair Grant Available

The Chippewa Valley Walk to End

Alzheimer’s was held on Saturday, September 24th. The Walk was an amazing success, with over 468 walkers. The Walk is projected to raise $110,000 by the end of the year. Our team raised $1,600!

The Walk website is still open and accepting post walk fundraising and donations through December 31st .

Contact the ADRC at 715 839 4735, we may be able to help pay

The Vehicle Repair Grant has money available, up to $2,500 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. Examples of possible repairs: brakes, tires, non cosmetic fixes etc. This grant does not qualify for general maintenance like oil changes.

Thank you so much to everyone who helped, including a wonderful group of volunteers from the ADRC! Thanks for advancing the fght to end Alzheimer’s!

Answers to the October crossword puzzle can be found on page 3.

721 Oxford Avenue Room

Eau Claire WI 54703 Address