ADRC September 2022 by ADRC Eau Claire County

Tuesday September 27th: There will be no Meals on Wheels or Congregate Dining, and the ADRC ofce will be closed 11:00 4:30.

AGING & [ADRC]RESOURCEDISABILITYCENTER 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/ 1 SEPTEMBER 2022 ADRC Mission Statement independencesecurity,benefts,adultsTohelppeopleage60+andlivingwithdisabilitiessecureneededservicesorlivewithdignityandandachievemaximumandqualityoflife.

Currently the City of Eau Claire and Eau Claire County hold a contract with Abby Vans, Inc. to provide this service.

If you are needing transportation services outside of Eau Claire County, contact the ADRC for prior approval and fnancial assistance for these rides.

Once deemed eligible for Paratransit the consumer can contact Abby Vans directly to schedule transportation within Eau Claire County limits at least a full day in advance. Approval can be granted permanently or temporarily, such as following a Costsurgery.for paratransit service is $3.50 per one way ride. The City of Eau Claire and Eau Claire County subsidize the rest of the cost of the trip.

What is Paratransit?

Paratransit services are available to individuals whose disability prevents them from using the regular bus system, or those who are 60 years old or older and living in the rural parts of the County who do not have access to any transportation service.

There is an application process to determine eligibility. The sole determining factor is whether or not an individual has the ability to use the city bus lines. Having a disability does not necessarily qualify an individual for paratransit. Many people living with a disability ride the city buses every day. It is important when completing a paratransit application to make it clear how an individual’s disability or health condition prevents them from accessing or navigating the normal bus system.

It’s important to know that all 22 buses in the Eau Claire Transit feet are accessible. They are low foored, meaning there are no steps to negotiate. In fact, the buses are able to “kneel” close to the ground so that they are level with the curb. All buses have a wheelchair ramp that may be deployed. Even if an individual is not using a mobility device, the ramp will be deployed upon request. Each bus can accommodate two wheelchairs and/or scooters, and also have bike racks.

If you have more questions about paratransit, contact the ADRC at 715 839 4735 to learn more.

Applications are available from the ADRC or Eau Claire Transit @ 715 839 5111.

ADRC CLOSURES:

Monday, September 5: All Eau Claire County Government ofces will be closed in observance of Labor Day.

2 2 ADMINISTRATIVEKelliACCOUNTANTWeiss ASSOCIATES Carmelita Hogan Heather Craker ADRC VAN DRIVER Dave DEMENTIASaraKarenGildaAaronCOOKSOkasPritzlHalbleibMitagSedahlCARE SPECIALIST Lisa ELDERWellsBENEFIT SPECIALISTS Jessica Smith Leda Welke DISABILITY BENEFIT SPECIALISTS Jim JonMEALSueNormKrisGordyDougMEALSherylLisaBetsyLindaMANAGEMENTMelissaColdwellWendtlandStruck,DirectorHenck,ADRCManagerRiley,ADRCManagerSadzewicz,KitchenManagerDELIVERYDRIVERSalterGeurinkBertrandBrunkowKlauckSITEWORKERSamolinski OPTIONS COUNSELORS Andrea SueMollyLizJenniferJennaDawnelleBriannaReischelWernerEnderBelterSolfestNetYangO ’Branovich PREVENTION COORDINATOR Deb MaddieLindiAnnaRESOURCEBruningSPECIALISTSJacobsonEngedalKetner The Eau Claire ADRC Team ADRCs: Help for Older Adults and Adults Living with Disabilites If you have questons about services as you age or live with a disability, your local Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) can help. The ADRC provides informaton on a variety of programs & services, and can connect you with resources in your area, including: Adaptve equipment Housing optons Caregiver support Housekeeping and chore services Long term care programs Wellness programs Safety updates to the home Transportaton optons In home care Dementa care services Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security Health, nutriton, and home delivery meal programs Aging and Disability Resource Center Board Amanda Babb, County Board Jean Doty, Citzen Member Audrey Nelson, Citzen Member Stella Pagonis, County Board (Chair) Sue Miller, Citzen Member (Vice Chair) Heather Deluka, County Board Tami Schraufnagel, County Board Sandra Romey, Citzen Member Bruce Schafer, Citzen Member Dan Sipl, Citzen Member

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Anyone wishing to have a listing of who will be on their ballot can request one from their local municipal clerk.

The Aging & Disability Resource Center began distributing a limited supply of Senior Farmer’s Market vouchers in June 2022 at local Farmer’s Markets. seniors can receive $25 in vouchers to be used at any approved Farmer’s Market vendor in the state of Wisconsin. The vouchers be used to purchase fruits vegetables locally through October 31st 2022. $25 voucher packet per household. To be eligible to receive the vouchers in Eau Claire County you must be: A resident of Eau Claire County 60 years of age or older or 55 years of age or older if Native American specific income -839-4735

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If you belong to a group served by the ADRC or are a family member, guardian or other advocate and have interest in Nutritional Services for aging individuals, please consider applying for the vacant ADRC Nutrition Advisory Council

The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. This event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fght against the disease.

Join us on Walk Day and come together for a community event that celebrates our commitment to ending the

September 1, 1939: World War II began when Germany invaded Poland.

September 2, 1789: The U.S. Department of the Treasury was formed with Alexander Hamilton as the first secretary.

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 recruiting for volunteers who are willing to deliver on a regular basis, or to substitute as needed. Convenient lunchtime pick up locations all 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! If you’re interested in learning more, contact Betsy Henck, ADRC Manager at betsy.henck@co.eau claire.wi.us or at 715 839 6259.

This Day in History: September

To register online for a Walk, visit: www.alz.org/walk and enter your zip code to fnd an event near you. Once on the local event page, click "Register." Saturday, September 24, 2022 Time: 8:30 AM Registration 9:40 AM - Opening Ceremony 10:00 AM Walk to begin UWECLocation:Campus Mall 77 Roosevelt Avenue Eau Claire, WI 54701

September 3, 1954: “The Lone Ranger” was heard on radio for the final time after 2,956 episodes over a period of 21 years.

September 4, 1888: Printing and imaging company Kodak, also known as Eastman Kodak Company, was founded by inventor George Eastman.

September 5, 1983: The “MacNeil/Lehrer NewsHour” on PBS became the first hour long network news show.

Meals on Wheels is in search of volunteers!

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5 Attention gardeners, do you wish there was a place you could donate your extra garden produce? The Senior Nutrition Program kitchen would love to have it. Please drop of your clean fruits, vegetables and herbs to the Fall Creek Kitchen: 344 W. Lincoln Ave, Fall Creek or ADRC Ofce: 721 Oxford Ave Rm 1130, Eau Claire Mon Fri 8:00 3:00 PM. The beautiful produce will be used in menus for Senior Dining and Meals on Wheels. Thankyouandhappygardening! GARDEN DONATIONS ACCEPTED For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI A 4C 02-1023 “It’s my life and they respect that.” Local long-term care supports and services delivered with a focus on Life. Defned by you. Life Deﬁnedbyyou inclusa.org | 877-376-6113 AlexContactNicholasto place an ad today! oranicholas@lpicommunities.com(800)950-9952x2538 AricAttorneyBurch JessicaAttorneyMerkel MarkAttorneyMunson wausau | eau claire | green bay ruderware.com | visit our blogs at blueinklaw.com Preserving a lifetime of savings and protecting one’s dignity requires a solid understanding of complex state and federal laws. OUR ELDER LAW ATTORNEYS CAN HELP.

September 2022 Meals on Wheels & Congregate Dining 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: 11:30 am | 715 286 2953 Fairchild Community Center | 121 Farmer St, Fairchild | Every Wednesday Serve Time: 12:00 pm | 715 839 4886 Allmealsareservedwith1%milk. Mealssubjecttochangewithoutnoticeduetodifcultywithsupplychain. Home Delivered Participants: Make any cancellations 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) Wednesday Salads (meal sites only) 9/7 Bright Summer 9/14SaladTuna Salad 9/21 Fresh Fruit 9/28SaladChef Salad 1 Baked Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce Baked Potato*YukonSour Cream Steamed Broccoli W/G Dinner Roll* Pumpkin Bar* 2 French SausageCheddarScrambledToast*Eggs&VeggiesLinks Strawberries and Blueberries^ 5 LaborClosedDay 6 Bratwurst & Kraut With Tater Tot CrinkleCasserole*Cut Carrots* Baked Bean* Apple Crisp* 7 CubeSmotheredSteak LemonW/GSteamedPotatoes*YukonOnionMushroomsw/&Gravy^MashedSpinachBread*Bar* 8 Glazed Ham with Brownie*W/GCaulifowerBroccoliPotatoes*MashedPineappleSweet&DinnerRoll* 9 Cheese Ravioli w/ Meat Sauce Mixed Green Salad Tomatoes, Cukes, Carrot FreshBreadstick*DressingFrenchFruit^ 12 WildChickenBakedRice with Roasted Brussel Sprout & Onion* Lemon Garlic Sauce, Wax Beans Fresh Fruit^ 13 Tuna Casserole Shell Pasta, Cheese Sauce, Green Peas* Steamed Broccoli Jello Poke Cake* 14 Beef Pot Pie Red Cheesecake*Biscuit*BakingBeanandCelery,Onion,Potatoes,Mushroom,CarrotsRutabaga*Medley*PowderCherry 15 SugarBreadsticks*SpicedLinguiniMarinaraChickenMozzarella,ItalianSauce,NoodlesCarrots*Cookie* 16 FreshMixedwithRoastedW/GCheeseburgerBun*PicklePotatoes*OnionVeggies*Fruit^ 19 FreshW/GCreamedParsleyHomestylePorkBreadedChopsGravyPotatoes*Peas*DinnerRoll*Fruit^ 20 Meatball Sub with SauceMarinara,Hoagie Bun* Baked Oreow/RanchRomaineBeans*SideSaladDressingFluf* 21 BakedW/GBroccoliVeggiesRiceChickenLemongrassPilaf*withBread*Apples^ 22 Roasted CarrotW/GMushroomsRoastedMashedHomestyleTurkeyGravy*Potatoes*Zucchini&DinnerRoll*Cake* 23 Country FreshW/GSquash*MashedSauerkrautRibsPotatoes*DinnerRoll*Fruit* 26 Tater FreshW/GSteamedTaterMixedCasserole*TotGroundBeef,Veggies,TotsCornDinnerRoll*Fruit^ 27 Training Day Meals on ClosedWheels 28 French Dip With Au Jus/Mozz Kaiser Roll* Pickles Smoky FreshBeans*BakedColeslawFruit* 29 Breaded Cod Tartar Sauce Wild Rice w/Onion & Bars*CranberrySauce*BroccoliMushroomsw/CheeseNut 30 Beef Chili Dog w/Whole Grain Bun* Classic Potato Salad* Side Salad FreshRomaine,TomatoeswithFruit* 6

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Are you new to Medicare or on Medicare and want to learn more about how to navigate the Medicare.gov web site? If you answered, yes, then join this class with a beneft specialist from the Aging and Disability Resource Center. Bring your own device or use the computers available at L.E. Phillips Senior Center. The focus of this class will be to assist you in creating a username and password on Medicare.gov account. Space is limited to 8 people.

SENIOR CONGREGATE DINING: SEPTEMBER

7 The following meal sites are now open for sit down dining:  Augusta Senior & Community Center (lunch)  Fairchild Community Center (lunch) 

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

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

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Meals are available on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:00 pm. Tuesday, September 13th: Beef Stroganof w/Egg Noodles, Mixed Veggies, Dinner Roll, Fresh Fruit Tuesday, September 27th: Sloppy Joes, Kaiser Roll, Potato Chips, Steamed Corn, 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.

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Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 10:00 am Classes will take place in the computer room at the L.E. Phillips Senior Center. Register at www.adrcevents.org or call the ADRC of Eau Claire County 715 839 4735 • 1 888 338 4636 tty: use Relay (711) adrc@co.eau claire.wi.us Learning Opportunity at the 9/27 Evening Meal: Home Health Care Home Health Care is a wide range of services provided in your home for an illness or Joininjury.Angela Kjellberg from Aveanna Home Health on September 27th at the Senior Congregate Evening Meal to learn more about: What is home health care? use home health much

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.

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.

LE Phillips Senior Center (2evenings/month) St. John’s Apartments (lunch)

For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI B 4C 02-1023 FUNERALGomsrud-LinnLenmark-&CREMATIONSERVICESwww.lenmarkfh.com 814 First Ave. 1405 N. Clairemont Ave. Eau Claire, WI 54703 Eau Claire, WI 54703 715-832-8301 715-834-4456 Proudly Serving Families at 2 locations Are you concerned about the risks of residential care Appeal to Heaven Independent Nurses’ Network Connects you with a private nurse who arranges and manages just the care you need to remain safe at home, independent, and in control. Call 715-379-7889. We will come to you. In-Homecare By Angels® We Care Every Day, In Every Way • Bathing/Grooming Assistance • Dressing Assistance • Assistance with Walking • Medication Reminders • Errands & Shopping • Light Housekeeping • Meal Preparation • Friendly Companionship • Flexible Hourly Care • Respite Care for Families 715-598-1750 • VisitingAngels.com/Eauclaire Each Visiting Angels agency is independently owned and operated.LSS builds vibrant, healthyandthroughcommunitiessupportsrelationships to improve the places we live, work and play. Need To Get To The Senior Center Quick & Easy ConnectionsEa Eau Claire Transit is a safe and reliable form of transportation to get you where you need to go Call Our Offce At 715-839-5111

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

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The ADRC van has room for one wheelchair and 3 additonal individuals for no cost trips. The van is available for seniors 60+ and adults living with a disability in Eau Claire County. Contact

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Open date, call 1 to request trip St. Johns 2 Apartment Walmart trip. Pickup at 10a Unavailable for 5 trips today Open date, call 6 to request trip Open date, call 7 to request trip Open date, call 8 to request trip Open date, call 9 to request trip Open date, call 12 to request trip Open date, call 13 to request trip Open date, call 14 to schedule trip. Open date, call 15 to request trip Open date, call 16 to request trip Open date, call 19 to request trip Open date, call 20 to request trip Open date, call 21 to request trip. Open date, call 22 to request trip St. Johns 23 Apartment Woodmans trip. Pickup at 10a Open date, call 26 to request trip Open date, call 27 to request trip. Open date, call 28 to request trip. Open date, call 29 to request trip Open date, call 30 to request trip

MEDICARE & YOU SEMINAR 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. 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 September Presentations: Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at 10:00 am (Virtual via Webex) Wednesday, September 21, 2022 at 10:00 am (Government Center Room 1277) 11 VEHICLEGRANTMODIFICATIONAVAILABLE Do you have a vehicle that needs modifications for accessibility? Are you short on the funds to pay for the work to be completed? Contact the ADRC at 715 839 4735, we may be able to help pay for those modifications. The Vehicle Modification Grant has money available, up to $5,000, to make a vehicle accessiblefor caregivers, adults over the age of 60 or adults (18 59) that have 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! For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI C 4C 02-1023 • First Month rent FREE • Flexible rent options • Located behind Sacred Heart Hospital • Optional noon meal on site • Heat, water, sewer & garbage included • Discount meals at Scared Heart Hospital • Storage in apartment & basement • Beauty salon, library and recreation room Feels like home... We Offer: • Income Based Rents • No Asset Limits • Rents Based on 30% of Income • Heat, Garbage, Water and Sewer included • Tenant Driven Activities • Emergency Pull Stations in Every Apartment with Direct Link to City Fire and Ambulance • On-Site Manager and Maintenance • Coin Operated Laundry Facilities • Bus Stop Nearby • Card Access Security Entrances • Off Street Private Parking • Vending Machines • Pets Allowed With Restrictions • On-Site Beauty Salon • Community Room • Air Conditioners Provided Handicapped Accessible Apartments Available HUD Subsidized Rent for Persons with Low Income 55 or Over OR Persons with Disabilities 901 S. Farwell St. • Eau Claire, WI 54701 For Applications, Contact the Housing Authority of the City of Eau Claire (715) 839-4943 Tours Available Call for an Appointment (715) 839-8602 Subsidized Housing - One Bedroom ApartmentsWe Offer: • Income Based Rent • No Asset Limit • One-Bedroom Apts. • Pets Allowed With Restrictions • Secured Building/Security Entrance • Emergency Call System • Coin-Operated Laundry Facilities • Tenant Driven Activities • Community Room • Cable Ready Outlets • Air Conditioners Provided • Garbage & Water Included • Elevator Service • On-Site Maintenance • Off Street Private Parking HUD Subsidized Rent for Persons with Low Income 55 or Over OR Persons with Disabilities 300 William St. Eau Claire, WI 54703 For Applications, Contact the Housing Authority of the City of Eau Claire (715) 839-4943 Tours Available Call for an Appointment (715) 839-8154 Handicapped Accessible Apartments Available

2. Break a window in an emergency: The metal end also acts as a tool to break a window, if needed in an emergency. Take hold of the handle, face away from the window and strike with the pointed end of the tool.

ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT FEATURE: The Handybar Wouldn’t it be helpful to have an extra handle to grip when exiting a vehicle? What if that handle also had the ability to cut a seatbelt, or even break a window in an emergency? The Handybar by Avin, provides all of those functions in one easy to use tool.

1. Support to get out of a vehicle: Handybars ft in almost any door latch and require no vehicle modifcation. Just place the metal end of the Handybar in the latch until snug. The bar can support up to 350 pounds of pressure. Once inside the vehicle simply place Handybar on the foor or seat inside the vehicle.

The ADRC of Eau Claire County ofers Handybars through the adaptive equipment loan program. They can be borrowed up to three months for a small contribution fee of $10 for large items and $5 for smaller items. Incase of hardship fee can be waived. Try out a Handybar today!

3. Cut a seatbelt in an emergency: If trapped in a vehicle by the seatbelt, the Handybar can also be used to cut the seatbelt with the sharp cutting edge in the middle of the tool.

MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT October 15 –December 7th Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage Plans can change their premiums, co pays and other plan details each year. Be sure to review your plan and make any changes by December 7th! Review your plan by:  Reading over your current plan’s Annual Notce of Change documents your plan will let you know of changes; if you do nothing during open enrollment, you will remain in the same plan for 2023  Use the Medicare.gov Plan Finder tool; fnd the best plan for 2023 based on your drug list startng in October.  Sign up for our Medicare.gov class on September 14 by calling the ADRC at 715 839 4735 or on the ADRC website under calendar of events. Aging & Disability Resource Center | Eau Claire County (eau claire.wi.us) More details on open enrollment resources in our newsleter.October 12

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I know several couples now, and hear about many more, who are clinging to the hope of staying in their house, trying to be each other’s caretaker. They are living among souvenirs, the accumulation of things that make up their life. Friends, family, and professional agencies help but life is difcult, sometimes brutal, and desperate, but they are home. They can’t drive, can barely walk, but all the old familiar things are still theirs and within reach. ’m not writing this to judge or advise, but to acknowledge our love of home. When the time comes to leave, as I did two years ago, the county ADRC is the place to contact. The counselors and advisors can explain the many options available to ease the transition. ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 www.lpicommunities.com & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI D 4C 02-1023 Management, does constitute of by the Commission, nor does it indicate that attained

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13CARETAKER CORNER By Jim Alf Home is Where the Heart Is One dictionary defnition of home is, “the place in which one's domestic afections are centered.” It’s true, home is where the heart is. Home is where the door casing is marked with the heights of children as they grew. It is the place where joy and sorrow abode together. Home is where, when there is no other place, they have to take us in. Therefore, it is no surprise that when we grow old and feeble, we struggle to stay at that one place that has given us comfort, safety, and afection: our very own home. We will deprive ourselves, sufer indignities and adamantly lie about difculties to remain in our residence. And who can be blamed for doing so?

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There are many reasons for resisting the move to a facility. First, it will rapidly drain one’s assets. Placement can be a huge obstacle, with no local facility geared to an individual’s care level needs. Couples with diferent needs face the possibility of being separated. The list goes on and it is depressing.

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14 Call your local ADRC. For Eau Claire County residents: 715 839 4735 to ask about AFCSP.

WHEN: Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m./ September 13 - November 1, 2022 (no class October 18)

WHERE: Grace Lutheran Church, 202 W Grand Avenue, Eau Claire Healthy Living with Diabetes (in person): 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 conditon through 14 self management tools.

Stand Up & Move More (telephone conference): The couch may be comfy, but spending too much tme sitng is bad for your health. It is tme to Stand Up & Move More! Research shows that excessive sedentary behavior (or 'sitng tme') is 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 specifcally for older adults who sit more than six hours per day. You’ll learn in a group with peers and help each other identfy strategies to stand up more ofen and for longer periods of tme throughout the day. Stand Up & Move More has been researched and proven to reduce sitng tme by 68 minutes per day.

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WHEN: Tuesdays, 1:00 3:30 p.m./ September 13 October 25, 2022

ADRC Prevention and Health Promotion Workshops

Stepping On falls preventon (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 identfy and remove or avoid fall hazards inside and outside your how; how vision, hearing, medicaton, 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.

WHEN: Wednesdays, 1:30 2:30 p.m./ September 28 October 19 + November 16, 2022

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

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

Topics include healthy eatng and nutriton: food label reading and meal planning, relaxaton techniques, ftness for exercise and fun, feedback and problem solving, stress and depression management, short term goal setng, communicatng with friends, family, and your medical team. Meets weekly for 6 weeks, plus optonal class with a Certfed Diabetes Care and Educaton Specialist.

Informaton Session for new partcipants (virtual and phone conference) Strength training is especially important as we age. Being physically actve and socially connected are both essental 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 orientaton and sign up for classes startng in October.

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

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Virtual: Mondays & Wednesdays, October 3 December 12, 2022 at 8:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., and Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 4 December 8, 2022 at 8:30 a.m. In person: Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. (Chapel Heights UMC), 5:00 p.m. (Dove Healthcare West) Repeat partcipants must complete a Re enrollment Consent Form to sign up by September 19. $20 suggested donaton for repeat partcipants. 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.

WHERE: Telephone conference (No computer or internet needed)

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

Falls are not a normal part of aging. You can keep on your feet and avoid the risk of a fall. Take steps to stay safe and independent longer.

One out of every fve falls causes an injury, such as broken bones or a head injury.

• More than 95% of hip fractures are caused by falling usually by falling sideways.

Falls are common and costly, especially among Americans age 65 and older. But falls are preventable and do not have to be an inevitable part of aging.

• Women fall more often than men and they account for three quarters of all hip fractures.

16 Falls Prevention Awareness

Four things YOU can do to prevent falls: Have your healthcare provider review your medicines. Exercise to improve your balance and strength. Have your eyes and feet checked. Make your home safer.

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Each year at least 300,000 older people are hospitalized for hip fractures.

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MEMORY CAFE: September 13th School days, school days, good old golden rule days…remember that phrase? Let’s reminisce about those days and bring in a school photo, yearbook, letter jacket whatever you have to share! RefreshmentssponsoredbytheAging&DisabilityCenterofEauClaireCounty For more information, contact Lisa Wells, at the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County, 715 839 4750 or lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov CAREGIVER CAFÉ: September 6th 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. 17 1st Tuesday of each month 9 10:30 am Location: The French Press 2823 London Rd, Eau Claire 2nd Tuesday of every month 10:00 11:00 am Location: Carson Park Pine Pavilion 741 Pavilion Drive, Eau Claire For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI E 4C 02-1023

Lewy Body Dementia Support Group

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Tuesday, 9/13, 10:00 11:00 am. Chippewa Valley Museum, 1204 E. Half Moon Drive, Eau Claire. For more information, contact Lisa at 715 839 4750 or lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov

This support group is for people in the early stages

Memory Café School days, school days, good old golden rule days…remember that phrase? Let’s reminisce about those days and bring in a school photo, yearbook, letter jacket whatever you have to share!

Register for Brain and Body Group Fitness or Reminiscing on the Ranch at: www.adrcevents.org or call 715-839-4735 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

Alzheimerof’s disease or other dementias. Caregivers welcome. Wednesday, 9/28, 1:30 3:00 pm Lake St. Methodist Church, 337 Lake Street, Eau ForClaire.more information, contact Lisa at 715 839 4750 or lisa.wells@eauclairecounty.gov

An exercise program for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers. To participate, individuals must be able to perform simple exercises, follow verbal directions, and participate in conversation. No cost and free one year YMCA membership included to participants and caregivers. Reminiscing on the Ranch is a program delivered at Trinity Equestrian Center in which adults living with dementia and their caregivers have the opportunity to enjoy the horses through grooming, petting, and array of nature based, stimulating activities on the ThisRanch.8week program is free for Eau Claire County residents and registration is required. All registered participants are required to attend a meet and greet. Limited enrollment, don’t delay, call today!

This support group is for people caring for a person living with Lewy Body Dementia. Wednesday, 9/14, 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

Cofee Group for Men Connections and cofee for men caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other type of deWednesdays,mentia. 9/7 AND 9/21, 11:00 am Noon Peace Lutheran Church, 501 E. Fillmore, Eau Claire. Contact Bob at 414 378 2114 or beevEarlyee6610@gmail.comStageMemory

Monday and Wednesdays September 12th - November 30th 10:00 11:30 am Lake Street Methodist Church 337 Lake Street Eau Claire

Loss Support Group

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

For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI F 4C 02-1023 Call today to schedule a tour Contact Alex Nicholas to place an ad today! oranicholas@lpicommunities.com(800)950-9952x2538

WHEN: Thursdays October 13 November 17, 2022 (Six week program) TIME: 9:30 11:30 am Mondays September 19 - October 31, 2022 10:00 - 11:30 am Dove Healthcare Community Room BoostYour Brain and Memory 7-week Class BoostYour Brain and Memory Class is a unique program that takes on a holistic approach to improving brain health in older adults. Participants will learn new habits to maintain cognitive health while also practicing new skills for better memoryhaveperformance...andfun! The 7 week class is free and attendance in all 7 classes is recommended. The dates include: 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31 Please register online at the Aging & Disability Resource Center, www.adrcevents.org or call 715-839-4735 The Savvy Caregiver Class is a proven curriculum developed for family caregivers and grounded in research that teaches strategies, practical real world skills, and helps to reduce stress, both in the caregiver and the person for whom care is being provided. The course will cover: • Understanding the career of caregiving • Diferent types of dementia • How the decline in cognition afects behavior • Dealing with feelings that arise while caregiving • Fitting tasks and activities to the person’s abilities • Skills to manage daily life • Communicating more efectively Please register online at the Aging & Disability Resource Center, www.adrcevents.org or call 715-839-4735 Increase Your Confdence, Knowledge, and Skills in Caring for a Person with Alzheimer’s Disease or Related Dementia 20

Make a Plan. Work with your support network to decide how you will respond in each situation you may be afected by. Assign clear roles to each person involved in the plan and make sure everyone is prepared to respond. Keep a written copy of your plan somewhere that is safe and easy to access.

SeptemberisNationalPreparednessMonth

A limited number of emergency preparedness informational kits are available at ADRC, call 715-839-4735. If you have questions about your plan and kit, check out www.ready.gov ad info. call

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Emergencies and disasters can happen at any moment. Taking the time to make a plan and build a kit ahead of time could make a major diference in how you weather the storm. Here are a few steps each of us can take to help prepare to respond in these situations if they come up.

Be Informed. Take some time to fnd out what disasters can happen here, common ones are food, fre, severe cold or a power outage. Use your specifc circumstances to inform how you might be afected and how you may need to respond in a disaster situation.

1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI G 4C 02-1023 Colony Park West Colony Park East 2818 Augusta Street • 840 W. MacArthur St. Stein Boulevard & Steven Lane 841 Richard Drive Augusta Street • One bedroom HUD Section 8 rental assisted apartments for persons 62+ or persons with handicap or disability • One bedroom apartments with range & refrigerator. • Rent: 30% of monthly adjusted income including all utilities except telephone and cable T.V. Landmark Company 715-834-3411 Jef Sauter 715-577-2641 888-880-5505 mediqwest.com Medicare Simplifed

Build a Kit. Consider building up your kit over time, this will help spread out the cost and make the task more manageable. Here are some things to consider adding to your kit: Water & food for each person (and pet) for 3 days. Battery powered Radio, Flashlight, First aid kit, Extra batteries, Whistle, Dust mask, Wrench or pliers (to turn of utilities), Manual can opener (for food), Local maps, Cell phone with chargers or backup battery, Medications, list of contacts, any mobility or communication related helpers you may need.

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Vehicle Repair Grant Available Do you have a vehicle that needs to be repaired and you can’t afford to fix it? Contact the ADRC at 715 839 4735, we may be able to help pay for those repairs.

$2,500 for caregivers, adults over the age

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The Repair Grant to of Kristin Severson

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 such as oil changes. 22 For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI H 4C 02-1023 EAU CLAIRE MEDICAL CLINICEAU CLAIRE MEDICAL CLINIC Visit oakleafclinics.com 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. Dr.

is a Board Certified Geriatrician Specializing in the Care of the Elderly new PATIenTS welcome For Appointments Call 715.839.9280 care for a lifetime

721 Oxford Avenue Room 1130 Eau Claire WI 54703 Address Service Requested 24