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January 2019 Dear Friend of Meals on Wheels
AGING & DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER [ADRC] 721 Oxford Avenue Room 1130 Eau Claire WI 54703 Monday Ͳ Friday 8:00 am Ͳ 4:30 pm 715.839.4735 1.888.338.4636 $y: use Relay (711)
The Fall Creek Kitchen is one year old already! It has been going very well, and there have been lots of changes and growth. All the meals continue to be made from scratch, yes, even the bread and desserts. We are receiving lots of positive comments about the quality and tasty food which was our goal from the beginning. This new way of doing business has allowed us to operate the program more cost effectively and stretch our dollars even further as we see increasing demand for services due to the aging demographic. The nutrition program has struggled financially for many years. We receive funding through the Federal Older Americans Act and some local county funding which is not keeping up with the raising cost of keeping the program going. In addition to that funding not keeping up, the program relies heavily on the contributions from our participants. These same participants who are on fixed incomes and are battling the rising cost of living. Lately we are seeing a significant decrease in participant donations which greatly impacts the program and the needed income to maintain the current level of service.
This coming year the Meals on Wheels program will need to look into ways to make the program even more efficient. Meals on Wheels is asking for your help. If you have ever considered making a donation or making an additional donation to Meals on Wheels now would be a great time. Here is how: x Mail in a check payable to “Meals on Wheels”, send to 721 Oxford Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54703 www.eauclaireadrc. org www.facebook.com/ ECC.ADRC www.instagram.com/
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x Make a donation online at www.eauclaireadrc.org. Click the blue ‘Donate Now’ button. x Support our March 4 Meals fundraiser at https://signupgenius.com/go/march4meals Thank you for your consideration Rebecca Hinzmann, Nutrition Program Supervisor
Beginning 2019 hours of all Eau Claire County offices will change to 8:00 am 4:30 pm, Monday ² Friday.
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ADRC Director
Assistant Director Emily G.
Nutri on Supervisor Becky H.
Kitchen Manager Sheryl S.
Preven on Coordinator Deb B.
DisabilityBeneďŹ t Specialist Jim C.
Disability BeneďŹ t Specialist Melissa W.
Elder BeneďŹ t Specialist Leda J.
Elder BeneďŹ t Specialist Jessica S.
Outreach Coordinator Kaylynn S.
Administra ve Associate Yee Y.
Administra ve Associate Molly Y.
Administra ve Associate LTE Michelle F.
Resource Specialist Lindi E.
Op ons Counselor Liz N.
Fiscal Associate Kelli W.
Op ons Counselor Sue O.
Op ons Counselor Supervisor Lisa R.
Demen a Care Specialist Lisa W.
Op ons Counselor Dawnelle E.
Op ons Counselor Andrea R.
Resource Specialist Marlene R.
Resource Specialist Jen S.
Op ons Counselor Dana G.
Op ons Counselor Jenna B.
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85.21 Vehicle Modification Grant Are you elderly (60+ years), an adult with a disability and/or a caregiver to someone elderly and/or an adult with a permanent disability, and in need of modifying your vehicle for accessibility and safety reasons? The Aging & Disability Resource Center is happy to announce that there is now a grant available for individuals in need of vehicle modification to maintain independence with transportation who, due to financial reasons, is unable to make these modifications otherwise. This grant is derived from s.85.21 state funding that the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County receives annually.
Eligible applicants must be elderly (60+ years), an adult with a permanent disability and/or a caregiver to someone elderly and/or an adult with a permanent disability, no financial means to purchase the needed vehicle modifications, and an Eau Claire County resident. *Individuals enrolled in long term care programs, receiving Medical Assistance (MA) or residing in group facilities such as Assisted Living or Nursing Homes, etc. are not eligible for the 85.21 Vehicle Modification Grant. The funding for this grant is limited to $5,000 per modification, unless a waiver is requested. If you or someone you know is interested in a vehicle modification grant, please contact our office for more information and to get an application. Questions should be directed to the ADRC Assistant Director, 715-839-4735.
ADRC Van Schedule x January 2019 Would you like to go on one of our scheduled trips at no cost? ADRC Van has room for one wheel chair and 3 additional individuals. Is available for elderly and disabled residents living in Eau Claire County. Contact Dave, Transportation Coordinator, 715-225-0975. Monday
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BINGO & Lunch 2 at Augusta Senior Center. Pickup starts 9:30 am Trip to 9 Woodman’s Grocery Store. Pickup start 12:30 pm.
Open date call to schedule trip.
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St. Johns Apts., 4 Walmart Trip. Pickup at 1:30 pm.
Trip to Walmart 10 Eau Claire. Pickup starts 1:00 pm.
Open date call 11 to schedule trip.
Open date call to 7 schedule trip.
Open date call 8 to schedule trip.
Open date call 14 to schedule trip.
Trip to Menards 15 in Eau Claire. Pickup starts 1:00 pm
Trip to 16 Woodman’s Grocery Store. Pickup starts 12:30 pm.
Trip to the new Fleet Farm, Eau Claire. Pickup 1:00 pm.
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Open date call 18 to schedule trip.
Trip to Menards 21 Open date call 22 in Eau Claire. to schedule trip. Pickup starts 1:00 pm. Trip to the new 28 Trip to Walmart 29 Fleet Farm, in Eau Claire. Eau Claire. Pickup starts Pickup 1:00 pm. 1:00 pm.
Trip to Augusta 23 Senior Center. Pickup starts 10:30 am. Trip to 30 Woodman’s Grocery Store. Pickup starts 12:30 pm.
Lunch & Learn at 24 Augusta Senior Center. Pickup starts 10:30 am. Open date call 31 to schedule trip.
St. Johns Apts., 25 Walmart Trip. Pickup at 1:30 pm.
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Thursday, January 24, 2019 1:00 - 2:00 pm Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 601 Fall Street, Eau Claire No registration required.
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A six-week walking program developed by the Arthritis Foundation. Classes meet indoors three time weekly for one hour. Includes health education, stretching and strengthening exercises, and motivational strategies. While walking is the central activity, it also includes education to ease arthritis symptoms, stretching and strengthening exercises, and motivational strategies. Proven benefits include: x Reduce pain and discomfort of arthritis x Increase your balance, strength & walking pace x Build confidence to be physically active x Improve your overall health Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. January 14 - February 28, 2019, 9:30 - 10:30 am. Good Shepherd Senior Apartments, 3304 14th Street, Eau Claire. Register at www.adrcevents.org or 715-839-4735. Free Tax Preparation x AARP Tax Aide For Seniors and Low Income. L. E. Phillips Senior Center, 1616 Bellinger Street, Eau Claire. Starting Tuesday, January 22, 2019. By appointment Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 8:30 am ² 2:30 pm. Call 715 839 4909,Ext 105. When faced with difficult times, you turn to those you trust. Turn to us.
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January 2019 Meals on Wheels & Senior Dining Menu
i St. John’s Apts | 815 Chapin Street, Eau Claire, WI | Serve Time: 11:00 am | 715Ͳ839Ͳ4886
i Augusta Senior Center | 616 W Washington St, Augusta, WI | Serve Time: 11:30 am | 715Ͳ286Ͳ2953 To be eligible for Meals on Wheels, you must be age 60 or older or the spouse of someone 60 years and older. If you are 60 years of age or older, meals are offered at a dona.on basis of $4.00 per meal. If you are under 60, cost is $8.80 per meal. All dona.ons help assure no senior goes hungry in Eau Claire County. Quest Cards accepted. For more informa.on about Meals on Wheels or to apply, call 715Ͳ839Ͳ4886, 1Ͳ888Ͳ338Ͳ4636, 3y: use Relay 711. To make a meal reserva.on at St John’s Apts, call 715Ͳ839Ͳ4886. To make a reserva.on at the Augusta Senior Center, call 715Ͳ286Ͳ2953. Please make your meal reserva.ons by 1:00 pm one business day in advance or let the Meal Site Workers know. Meals provided by Fall Creek Kitchen. All meals are served with 1% milk. Meals subject to change without no ce.
***Meals on Wheels and Senior Dining will no longer provide weekend meals effec ve January 1, 2019.*** Monday
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Note: The signs indicate the number of carbs in a meal. ^ = ½ carb * = 1 carb *^ = 1 ½ carb Sloppy Joe w/ Cheddar Cheese* Tater Tots* Green Beans Kaiser Roll** Fresh Orange
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Roast Pork w/ 2 Apple Glaze* Baked Potato* Broccoli & Carrots^ Whole Grain Bread* Chocolate Marble Bar*
Chicken & Broccoli 3 Alfredo w/ Penne* Vegetable Blend Garlic Breads/ck* Fruited Dump Cake*
Potato & Ham 4 Casserole* Steamed Spinach Whole Grain Bread* Blueberry Yogurt Parfait*
Baked Cod w/ 9 Tartar Sauce* Rice Pilaf* Roasted Vegetables^ Chocolate Cherry Cake*
Country Fried Steak 10 Mashed Potatoes* w/ Country Gravy* Broccoli & Cauliflower Banana Bars*
Herb Chicken 11 Brown Rice* Bu?ernut Squash Whole Grain Bread* Fresh Fruit Salad^
Tater Tot Hot 15 Roast Beef w/ 16 Dish* Onions & Gravy* Asparagus* Mashed Yukon Gold Dinner Roll* Potatoes* Pineapple Upside Mixed Vegetables^ Down Cake* Pumpkin Bars*
Chicken Fajitas w/ 17 Peppers & Onions Whole Grain Tor/llas* Spanish Rice* Roasted Carrots^ JellͲO Poke Cake*
Glazed Ham 18 Mashed Sweet Potatoes* Brussel Sprouts* Whole Grain Bread* Fresh Fruit^
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New Year’s Day No Meals on Wheels & Senior Dining ADRC Closed
7 Pork Lo Mein* 8 w/ Asian Vegetable Blend & Linguine* Applesauce Garlic Dinner Roll* Lemon Bar*
BBQ Pork w/ 14 Whole Wheat Bun* Roasted Red Potatoes* Corn* Fresh Melon^
21 Goulash* w/ 22 Mar.n Luther Whole Grain Pasta* King Day Roasted Vegetables No Meals on Wheels Corn Muffins* & Senior Dining Fresh Fruit ADRC Closed Chocolate Mallow Fluff*
Chicken Parmesan 23 w/ Penne* & Marinara Sauce Green Beans Italian Breads/cks* Oatmeal Cake*
Beef Stroganoff 24 & Mushrooms over Mashed Potatoes* Glazed Carrots^ Lemon Blueberry Cake*
Tuna Noodle Casserole* California Blend Vegetables^ Bu?ermilk Biscuit* Chilled Apricots w/ Co?age Cheese*
Autumn 28 Chicken Breast Steamed Rice* Vegetable Blend Whole Grain Roll* Strawberry Parfait w/ Granola*
SpagheJ & 30 Meatballs* Mixed Green Salad w/ French Dressing* Garlic Breads/ck* Chocolate Vanilla Pudding*
Pork Loin w/ 31 Mushrooms Riso?o* Cinnamon Pears^ Whole Grain Bread* Gela/n w/ Whipped Topping*
Salads available every Wednesday at St. John’s and Augusta Senior Dining Sites. Jan 2: Fresh Fruits & Co?age Cheese Jan 9: Chicken Mandarin Orange Jan 16: Chef Salad Jan 23: Chicken Caesar Salad Jan 30: Tuna Salad w/ Mixed Greens
BBQ Beef 29 Whole Grain Bun** Roasted Sweet Potatoes* Broccoli Carrot Cake*
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No Evening Meal at LE Phillips Senior Center in January 2019. Enjoy the holidays and we will see you back February 12, 2019!
Thank You Jerry!
Jerry Carpenter will be retiring from 12 years as a Meals on Wheels Delivery Driver. We appreciate all of Jerry’s time and dedication to the program. February 1st will be his last day. Jerry says “I appreciate all the kind people I have met and the new friends I have made over the 12 years of delivering meals. I will miss driving those beautiful roads of Eau Claire County and will truly miss all the folks I have delivered to over the years�.
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Meals on Wheels is in search of volunteers! Winter is always a difficult time for the Meals on Wheels program but is still crucial to our homebound individuals on the program. We are recruiting for volunteers to deliver on a regular basis, or to substitute as needed. Delivery for meals can take anywhere from 20 minute to 1 hour, so we can be flexible with YOUR availability. Convenient pick up places 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 friends/family! Our biggest need is the south side of Eau Claire, pickup starting 11:30 am any day, Monday-Friday. Please email volunteer.coordinator@co.eau-claire.wi.us, Apply online at www.eauclaireadrc.org or call 715-839-4735 about availability.
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Tips for Diusing Family Conict
Providing care for a loved one through a debilita%ng illness or at life’s end can create stress on individuals and families alike. Each family member has his/her own response to the diďŹƒcult situa%on and will have varying levels of commitment to help. Each person handles stress, grief and change in their own way and will also have dierent ideas of what is best for the loved one needing care.
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x Be honest. Say that you are feeling stressed, overwhelmed, scared, sad, etc. x Use “Iâ€? statements to avoid blaming others. x Value everyone’s ideas and opinions. Don’t judge. x Consider counseling. Caring for a loved one is stressful for even the healthiest families. x Share responsibility. When everyone has a task or responsibility a sense of teamwork is shared. x When %mes get tough, remind each other that it is the disease that has caused the challenge. x Step back and look at the larger picture. Some%mes we get hung up on a certain issue and lose sight of the more important goal (like happiness, safety and/or independence). x If you are the main caregiver, get some respite! Taking a break can boost your spirits. x LISTEN! Be an ac%ve listener by focusing on what is being said, including body language, without interrup%ng. x Never assume anything. When doling out tasks, be speciďŹ c and clear to avoid misunderstandings. x Find a good %me to communicate. Always ask, “Is this a good %me?â€? before diving in with a heavy topic. x Steer away from emo%ons. x Schedule regular family mee%ngs, so everyone is kept updated on how things are going.
Jane Mahoney, Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging
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Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an educa onal program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a rela ve or friend. You will benefit from this class whether you are helping a parent, spouse, friend, someone who lives at home, in a nursing home, or across the country. If you provide assistance to someone who is ill, disabled, or needs help with daily ac vi es...you are a caregiver! Par cipants will learn to: x Reduce stress x Improve selfͲconfidence x Be#er communicate feelings x Increase ability to make tough decisions x Locate helpful resources
WHEN: Tuesdays, April 2 thru May 7, 2019 WHERE: Dove Healthcareʹ South Recrea#on Room 3656 Mall Drive Eau Claire WI TIME: 10:00 Ͳ11:30 am COST: $10.00 Scholarships available Includes materials, refreshments and The Caregiver Helpbook Registra#on Class size is limited and registra on required by Thursday, March 21, 2019. Contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715Ͳ839Ͳ4735 owww.adrcevents.org.
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Employee Spotlight - Lisa Riley
As we reflect on a new year I am reflecting on my ‘Lucky 7’ years here at the Eau Claire ADRC and heading into ‘Great 8’. In early 2012 I moved my husband and I from Green Bay to Eau Claire to start as the Care Transition Coach and was pleasantly surprised at the awesome agency that is the ADRC. I transitioned to one of the Options Counselors in 2014 and truly found my gig. I have had the great privilege to recently transition into a new position as the Options Counselor Supervisor. I will continue to work alongside our awesome Options Counselors still doing the ‘boots on the ground’ work I’ve enjoyed. Our work is quite literally ever-changing so every day and week we are trying on the back-end to learn, research, organize, and create materials we need to serve you better so that’s the other part of my mission. As for my New Year’s resolution, it’s always the same – organize and minimize! It’s going to be recurring until that actually lasts beyond mid-February!
AnsweruMedicare Quiz. True. One of the criteria for people 65 and older to receive Medicare Part A hospital bene ts for free is that you or your spouse have worked and paid Social Security payroll taxes for at least 10 years.
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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
We 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 Low Income Persons 55 or Over OR Disabled
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
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Subsidized Housing - One Bedroom Apartments 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
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HUD Subsidized Rent for Low Income Persons 55 or Over OR Disabled
901 S. Farwell St. • Eau Claire, WI 54701 For Applications, Contact the Housing Authority of the City of Eau Claire (715) 839-4943
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We would like to Thank the AT&T Telephone Pioneers who once again are prepared and delivered a traditional Christmas Eve dinner with all the fixings including Christmas cookies to many of our Meals on Wheels participants on Christmas Eve. The Telephone Pioneers have been providing this meal for over 30 years. We would like to thank Randy’s Restaurant and volunteers from Calvary Baptist and Valley Brook Church for preparing and delivering a hot turkey dinner to many of our Meals on Wheels participants on Thanksgiving Day. Donations were received from Randy’s Restaurant,Valley Brook Church and Brent Douglas Flowers. And thank you to Feed My People for providing a box full of shelf stable foods to all Meals on Wheels and Congregate Dining participants again this year. These can be used on those days when Meals are canceled due to poor weather conditions. Thank you to all of you who help make the holidays special for so many.
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Living Well with Alzheimer’s By Judy Fuhrer
Brain & Body Fitness Program Hello everyone, it’s great to be with you this month! I was diagnosed with early stage Alzheimer’s in 2014. The next year I was asked to write a monthly ar%cle on living well with Alzheimer’s. Wri%ng the monthly ar%cles has given me a new purpose in my life while living with this disease. In addi%on, I along with my husband, also take part in a new Brain and Body Fitness Program sponsored by the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County (ADRC) and the YMCA. The Brain and Body program is described as “A group exercise program for people living with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease and related demen%as and their care partners.” This program provides the opportunity to interact with others while exercising both the mind and the body. In prepara%on for this ar%cle, I asked members of our group to comment on their experience with the program. Their comments were very posi%ve and inspiring: ▪ Good informa%on, nice people ▪ Something to look forward to ▪ A fun %me for the caregivers and the afflicted ▪ All can enjoy the ac%vi%es equally ▪ We enjoy the class because it is fun and we laugh ▪ For myself as a caregiver, the greatest benefit is that my partner wants to go. While mornings are oQen not good for her, she is usually eager to get up and aRend the B and B As one of the care partners put it, “Alzheimer’s and other demen%as pose serious challenges for both the caregivers and their partners. The Brain and Body Program has made our lives beRer!” For more informa%on on this program please contact Aging and Disability Center of Eau Claire County at 715Ͳ839Ͳ4735.
Dementia and the Importance of Meaningful Activities Dementia can cause individuals to withdraw from activities and enjoyable interaction with family and friends. We all need meaning and purpose and this doesn’t change with a person living with dementia. It is so important to try and maintain interests and relationships to help people living with dementia lead a more enjoyable quality of life. The benefits of keeping active and maintaining meaningful activities can increase sleep habits, increase self-esteem, decrease depression and anxiety, minimize behavior challenges, and increase mental stimulation and cognitive health, but where do you begin? Invest in some time in creating a care plan and link meaningful activities to hobbies or interests that the person enjoyed before the diagnosis. Don’t be afraid to try something new because you just never know! To help in creating a plan, visit the Alzheimer’s Association website for things to consider, what to include, and ways of developing a plan at https:// www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/daily-care/dailycare-plan. Teepa Snow, an expert and leading educator in dementia care, has some great ideas and shares her four categories of activity that help individuals feel valued, productive and purposeful. Check out her video, Filling the Day with Meaning, at http:// teepasnow.com/resources/teepa-tips-videos/ meaningful-activities/ Other resources shared by caregivers include books: x The Best Friends Book of Alzheimer’s Activities x Montessori-Based Activities for Persons with Dementia x Creative Connections in Dementia Care: Engaging Activities to Enhance Communication x Creating Moments of Joy x Connecting in the Land of Dementia: Creative Activities to Explore Together Check out these resources at your local library or online. Other ideas include attending a monthly memory café, join the Stand in the Light Memory Choir, or attend the Brain and Body Fitness classes. Contact Aging & Disability Resource Center for dates, times, and locations of programs, 715-839-4735.
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Beginning 2019 hours of all Eau Claire County offices will change to 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday. County offices will be closed on New Years Day.
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Brain and Body Fitness Program A group exercise program for people living with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and their care partners WHEN: Mondays and Wednesdays January 28 Ǧ April 17, 2019
TIME:
10:00 Ǧ 11:30 am (snacks provided)
PLACE: Chippewa Valley Museum 1204 E. Half Moon Drive, Carson Park, Eau Claire
FEE:
NoǦCost
For more information and to register, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County at 715.839.4735, 888Ǧ338Ǧ4636, or adrc@co.eauǦclaire.wi.us *In case of inclement weather, there will be no classes if the Eau Claire Area Schools are closed, watch the local TV stations or listen to WAXX radio for a listing of closings for that day.
To participate in the Brain & Body Fitness group exercise program, participants must be able to perform simple exercises, be able to follow verbal directions, participate in conversation and attend all or at least 80% of classes. Brain & Body Fitness has been shown to improve physical fitness and mood in people living with dementia. The exercise program is safe, effective and a fun, social program taught by qualified and trained YMCA staff. Free oneǦyear YMCA membership included to participants and their care partners.
Recycling is great, and Eau Claire County diverted over 7,000 tons of material from the landfill in
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2017 (2018 weights aren’t in yet!). However, it cannot alone solve the problem that landfills have a capacity, and it will eventually be reached. Most household trash comes from the kitchen; can you think of anything that you can do to reduce waste there? What about your bathroom? What about when you travel? We go about our daily lives creating waste, so here are a few tips to help you focus your waste reducing energies. Kitchen:
Purchase only what you need; only buy non-perishables in bulk unless you know you will consume the food before it expires; “sell by” dates are different from “use by” dates; use as much of a food item as you can (make stock from veggies or meat scraps); compost food scraps (Earthbound Environmental Solutions offers curbside compost pickup if you can’t com post at home); consider product packaging when making your selections; recycle all boxes, jars, cans, bottles, films, etc. appropriately.
Bathroom:
Don’t buy surplus items; empty bottles before disposing; squeeze tubes can’t be recycled, avoid them or put them in the trash; biodegradable hygiene items like toothbrushes; purchase items with recyclable packaging; rinse items out before recycling.
Travel and Carpool whenever possible, even for short trips; coordinate with family for big trips to Commuting: minimize vehicle usage; carry a reusable coffee cup and water bottle; purchase a reusable travel kit for personal hygiene items. Employ just a few of these tips in your life, and you’ll be well on your way to a zero waste lifestyle! Meghan Burkett, Recycling Coordinator (715) 839-2756 recycling@co.eau-claire.wi.us
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2019 Medicare & You
Eau Claire County Courthouse 721 Oxford Avenue, Eau Claire Register at www.adrcevents.org or Aging & Disability Resource Center 715 839 4735 • 1 888 338 4636 tty: use Relay (711) adrc@co.eau claire.wi.us
1:00 pm Friday, January 11, 2019 10:00 am Wednesday, January 23, 2019 1:00 pm Friday, February 8, 2019 10:00 am Wednesday, February 20, 2019 1:00 pm Friday, March 8, 2019 10:00 am Wednesday, March 20, 2019 1:00 pm Friday, April 12, 2019 10:00 am Thursday, April 25, 2019 1:00 pm Friday, May 10, 2019 10:00 am Wednesday, May 22, 2019 1:00 pm Wednesday, June 12, 2019 10:00 am Wednesday, July 17, 2019 1:00 pm Wednesday, August 7, 2019 10:00 am Wednesday, August 21, 2019 1:00 pm Wednesday, September 11, 2019 10:00 am Tuesday, September 24, 2019 1:00 pm Friday, October 11, 2019 10:00 am Wednesday, November 13, 2019 1:00 pm Wednesday, December 18, 2019
Aging & Disability Resource Center Elder Benefit Specialists present free seminars open to anyone new to Medicare, currently on Medicare, Caregivers and families. You’ll get information on: ▪ Medicare Supplemental Insurance ▪ Medicare Advantage Plans ▪ Medicare Part D ▪ Wisconsin SeniorCare
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Brain and Body Fitness Program
The fall/winter semester of the Brain and Body Fitness program finished in November. The group got together and posed for a fun photo at the Chippewa Valley Museum where their last class was held. When asked how they enjoyed the group, several comments included: “Such a great program. A place to laugh, do exercises and so much camaraderie.” “The instructors are top notch.” “This class is comfortable for caregivers and care receivers. Both can feel equally part of the group and we loved it!” “Pete and Laurie are awesome!” By par%cipa%ng in the three month, twice a week program, par%cipants complete a pre and post survey and results are showing an improvement in sleep, less fa%gue, depression and anxiety. The next set of classes begin Monday, January 28 and run every Monday and Wednesday through April 17, 2019, 10:00 ʹ 11:30 am at the Chippewa Valley Museum in Carson Park. Classes fill up quickly! Contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center for more informa%on or to register at 715Ͳ839Ͳ4735.
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Adaptive Equipment Loan Program
One of the great and unique services the Eau Claire County Aging & Disability Resource Center provides is the Adaptive Equipment Loan Program. This program offers a way to rent adaptive equipment such as a walker, cane, wheelchair, etc. for up to three months. If you are needing adaptive equipment for a temporary amount of time or thinking about purchasing an item but want to try it out first, check out the ADRC loan program. Please see procedures below to loan equipment. To Check For Availability Call the Eau Claire County Aging & Disability Resource Center (715) 839-4735 Pick-Up Item (s) Eau Claire County Aging & Disability Resource Center, 721 Oxford Avenue Room 1130, Eau Claire, Mon–Fri: 8am–4:30 pm OR Augusta Senior & Community Center, 616 W Washington Street, Augusta, Mon & Wed: 9–11am. One-Time Contribution Fee Large items: $10.00 fee, Small items: $5.00 fee. See staff in case of financial hardship* Not sure what you need? The ADRC has Options Counselors available to assist you with determining what adaptive equipment may help you remain safe and independent. Appointments can be scheduled at the ADRC or in your home, call 715-839-4735.
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January 2019 Eau Claire County offices closed New Year’s Day.
Eau Claire Caregiver Café January 15, 2019, 1:30-2:30 pm, French Press Restaurant, 2823 London Rd, Eau Claire. Respite available, contact ADRC at 715-839-4735. Brain & Body Fitness Mondays and Wednesdays, January 28 - April 17, 2019, 10:00 - 11:30 am Chippewa Valley Museum, 1204 E. Half Moon Drive, Carson Park, Eau Claire. No cost, register by calling Aging & Disability Resource Center 715.839.4735 or adrc@co.eau-claire.wi.us. Strong Bodies (formerly known as Strong Bones) Grace Lutheran Church, 202 W Grand Avenue, Eau Claire (use 2nd Avenue entrance). Information Session Wednesday, January 2, 2019 · 10:00 - 11:15 am For new participants wanting to join the 10-week strength and balance training program, Classes Mondays & Wednesday, January 7 - March 13, 2019, 10:00, 11:30 & 5:00 pm and Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 8 - March 14, 2019 at 8:30 am. Register at www.adrcevents.org or 715-839-4735. Stand in the Light Memory Choir Rehearsals January 10 - April 25, 2019 Thursdays, 9:30-11:00 am, Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, Eau Claire. Grandparents and Others as Parents (GAP) Thursday, January 3, 2019, 11:00 am—1:00 pm, River Pines Long-Term Concierge Care & Prairie Pointe Rehabilitation Suites, Altoona. Contact Robyn Lee, 715-827-1163 robynjlee@chibardun.net.
Medicare & You Friday, January 11, 2019, 1:00 pm Wednesday, January 23, 2019, 10 am, Courthouse, Eau Claire. Register at 715-839-4735 or www.adrcevents.org.
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Stepping On Booster Sessions x Tuesday, January 22, 2019 · 9:00 - 11:00 am St. Francis Apartments, 851 University Dr, Eau Claire x Thursday, January 31, 2019 · 1:00 - 3:00 pm Eastridge Estates, 3504 Hoover Avenue, Altoona Registration not required. Please call 715-839-7998 for more information. Help Yourself to Better Health Thursday, January 24, 2019, 1:00 - 2:00 pm Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 601 Fall Street, Eau Claire. No registration required. 2018-2019 Energy Assistance Western Dairyland, 418 Wisconsin Street, Eau Claire. Contact 715-836-7511. Energy Assistance applications accepted October 1, 2018 - May 15, 2019, MondayThursday, 8:00 -11:30 am and Fridays 1-4 pm by appointment only. Evening Meal No evening meal at LE Phillips Senior Center in January 2019. Enjoy the holidays and we will see you back February 12, 2019!
Walk With Ease Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, January 14 - February 28, 2019, 9:30 - 10:30 am. Good Shepherd Senior Apartments, 3304 14th Street, Eau Claire. Register at www.adrcevents.org or 715-839-4735.
Beginning January 2019 Eau Claire County Courthouse hours will be 8:00 amȋ4:30 pm, Monday Friday
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