ADRC September 2020 Newsletter by ADRC Eau Claire County

World Alzheimer’s Day

SEPTEMBER 2020 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)

Website and Social Media www.eauclaireadrc.org www.facebook.com/ ECC.ADRC

September 21st of every year is World Alzheimer’s Day. This interna onal campaign launched in 2012 and is working to raise awareness and challenge the common s gma that surrounds Alzheimer’s disease and related demen a. From previous studies, an average 2 out of 3 people globally have li(le or no understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and associated demen a in their countries. According to the Alzheimer’s Associa on, every 65 seconds, someone develops Alzheimer’s disease or other demen a in the US. At current rates, experts believe the number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s will quadruple to as many as 16 million by the year 2050. By 2040, more than 242,000 in Wisconsin. There are many s gmas associated with Alzheimer’s disease or other demen a that can hinder people living with the disease, as well as their families and those working to support them. S gmas nega vely impact service structure and delivery, care, and quality of life for all involved. When a person becomes stereotyped, ‘s gma zed,’ it becomes diﬃcult for them to be perceived as anything but that stereotype. Then they are perceived through the lens of that stereotype and labels are created within that perspec ve. The dehumanizing of people o2en starts with s gma. There are a few ways to help reduce the s gma of Alzheimer’s disease and other demen a: Start by learning and understanding the facts. Go to www.alz.org and learn as much as you can. x Get involved…join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s disease Ͳ h!ps:// act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2020/WIͲWisconsin?fr_id=13735&pg=entry x Par3cipate in the Eau Claire County Demen3a Coali3on. Contact Lisa Wells, Demen3a Care Specialist at 715Ͳ839Ͳ4735 to learn more. x A!end a virtual informa3on session on becoming a Demen3a Friend on Thursday, September 17th from 11:00 ʹ noon. Register online at www.adrcevents.org x

If you have someone in your life with this disease or know of someone who does, contact the ADRC to learn about resources, programs, classes, communica on strategies, and more.

Aging & Disability Resource Center Staﬀ

ADRC Director Linda S.

ADRC Manager Lisa R.

ADRC Manager Betsy H.

Kitchen Manager Sheryl S.

Preven on Coordinator Deb B.

Demen a Care Specialist Lisa W.

Elder Beneﬁt Specialist Leda J.

Elder Beneﬁt Specialist Jessica S.

Accountant Kelli W.

Administra ve Associate Heather C.

Resource Specialist Molly Y.

Resource Specialist Brianna W.

Disability Beneﬁt Disability Beneﬁt Specialist Specialist Jim C. Melissa W.

Administra ve Associate Vacant

Resource Specialist Lindi E.

Op ons Counselor Op ons Counselor Dana G. Sue O.

Op ons Counselor Op ons Counselor Op ons Counselor Op ons Counselor Op ons Counselor Jen S. Dawnelle E. Andrea R. Liz N. Jenna B.

Meal Site Worker Carmelita H.

Cook Gilda H.

Cook Aaron P.

Cook Karin K.

Meal Delivery Driver Gordy G.

ADRC Van Driver Dave O.

Meal Delivery Driver Kris B.

Government Center Update

Meal Delivery Driver Doug S.

Meal Delivery Driver Norm B.

Vehicle Modifica$on Grant Award Congratulations Marilyn Lee! Marilyn is our 2nd recipient of the vehicle modifica on grant. Marilyn was able to receive an electric van seat that swivels out to make it easier to transfer from her wheelchair into her vehicle. This makes it much easier for her and her caregiver. We hope you enjoy your new modifica on! If you or someone you know could use funding to supplement a vehicle modifica on grant, call the ADRC Manager, Betsy Henck at 715.839.6259 to learn if you qualify.

Beginning on June 1st, the building opened one door and began requiring members of the public and staff to wear a face mask if needing to be in the building; free flowing traffic is s ll limited to follow safe distancing. The public is s ll encouraged to call any department first as most services can be handled in other ways.

Email: adrc@co.eauͲclaire.wi.us Visit our Facebook page to stay upͲtoͲdate! www.facebook.com/ECC.ADRC Visit our website at www.eauclaireadrc.org you will ﬁnd…. A Resource tab with MANY resource handouts A COVID 19 Resource UpdateͶupdated o+en Calendar of Events Link to the full ADRC newsle0er Family Caregiver Support page….and more!

The ADRC will con nue to schedule phone or video appointments whenever possible for the health & safety of the popula ons we serve and our staﬀ. Call us! 715Ͳ839Ͳ4735

x In person classes, support groups, workshops, etc. are postponed un l further no ce. Some have been moved to online, as able. x Meals on Wheels will con nue delivering. x Some Senior Dining sites are now grabͲnͲgo meals. Call 715Ͳ839Ͳ4886 for details. x Volunteers can deliver Ensure so you don’t need to come in to the oﬃce.

Travel

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Local Travel

Beaver Creek Reserve Bu(erďŹ‚y House: h(ps:// www.beavercreekreserve.org/learn/ bu(erďŹ‚yÍ˛house/ Irvine Park Zoo: h(p://www.irvineparkzoo.org/ Travel WI Natural Wonders: h(ps:// www.travelwisconsin.com/naturalÍ˛wonders Travel WI Virtual: h(ps:// www.travelwisconsin.com/ar cle/thingsÍ˛toÍ˛ do/bringÍ˛wisconsinÍ˛toÍ˛youÍ˛withÍ˛theseÍ˛ virtualÍ˛experiences

Ar1s1c Pursuits

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Zappos Customizing Shoe Buying To Help Those With Disabili1es

Zappos, an online shoe retailer, is looking to make it easier for people with special needs to buy shoes. The online retailer is tes ng a ďŹ rstÍ˛ofÍ˛itsÍ˛kind program that allows customers to buy just one shoe, or purchase a pair of shoes that includes two diďŹ€erent sizes. Known as the Single and DiďŹ€erent Size Shoes Test Program, the oďŹ€ering is part of Zappos Adap ve, an eďŹ€ort launched in 2017 to provide a collec on of clothing and footwear to meet the needs of those with various disabili es. Single shoes are available in toddler through adult sizes in medium to extra wide and range in price from $17.50 to $85. Visit their website for more info www.zappos.com/e/adaptive

Turn it Up!

HearAll Cell Phone Ampliﬁer

By: Jenesis Lindbo ʹ ILS at CILWW With medical office closures recently, hearing aids haven’t been able to be repaired as quickly. However, there is a device that can be paired to a smartphone using Bluetooth®. The device is called the HearAll Cell Phone Amplifier, and it amplifies up to 40 decibels with volume and tone controls. For people who use hearing aids, this device is compa ble with tͲcoil and hearing aids (depending on the device). To learn more informa on about this amplifier and other amplified devices, please call the

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Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI

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September 2020 Meals on Wheels & Senior Dining Menu

To cancel or speak with Nutrition Staff call the Meals on Wheels line: 715Ͳ839Ͳ4886

Monday

Please make your meal reservations by 1:00 pm one business day in advance . All meals are served with 1% milk. Meals subject to change without notice. Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Friday

Note: The signs indicate the number of carbs in a meal. ^ = ½ carb * = 1 carb *^ = 1 ½ carb

1 Country Fried Steak Homestyle Gravy* Mashed Potatoes* Green Beans, Baked Beans*, JellͲO w/Fruit^

2 Lemongrass Chicken, Rice Pilaf* Steamed Carrots* Steamed Peas* Apple Crisp* Whole Grain Dinner Roll*

3 Cheese Omelet Sausage Pa8es Hash Brown Potatoes* Steamed Broccoli Whole Grain Apple Bread*, Strawberries

8 Beef Stroganoﬀ With Mushrooms Egg Noodles* Braised Red Cabbage Whole Grain Bread* Fresh Fruit^ Frosted Brownie*

9 Cod with Lemon Caper Sauce Wild Rice Blend with Broccoli* Roasted Asparagus* Fresh Fruit*

10 Teriyaki Chicken With Cashews* S r Fry Vegetables Jasmine Rice* Fortune Cookies* Vanilla Pudding*

15 Honey Glazed Ham, Mashed Yukon Potato* Mixed String Beans Whole Grain Bread* Peach Cobbler*

16 Tuna Salad w/Romaine, Whole Grain Roll* Co age Cheese Navy Bean Salad with Cucumber, Tomato* Seven Layer Bar*

17 Meatloaf Garlic Mashed Potatoes* Green Peas* Bu er & Egg Dinner Roll* Fresh Fruit^

18 Crispy Baked Chicken Thighs Roasted Cauliﬂower Hibbard Squash* Whole Grain Bread* Fresh Fruit^ Oatmeal Raisin Cookies*

23 Roasted Pork Loin With Cabbage Mashed Sweet Potatoes* Wax Beans Whole Grain Roll* Bu erscotch Pudding*

24 Salmon Pa y Whole Grain Bun* Romaine, Slice Tomatoes Cheesy Hash Browns Steamed Corn* Lemon Bar*

25 BBQ Ribs Baked Potatoes* Bean Medley* Applesauce Whole Grain Bread*

***CLOSED*** Labor Day

14 Chicken Fe uccine Alfredo w/Broccoli Fe uccine Pasta* Italian Blend Vegetable Garlic Bread* Fresh Fruit^ 21 Tater Tot Casserole w/Mixed Vegetables* Grilled Zucchini Corn Muﬃn* Fresh Fruit^

22 Baked Chicken Brown Rice with Sautéed Brussel Sprouts* Carrot Coins* Applesauce^ Frosted Cake* 29 Turkey Pot Pie 28 Hot Beef With Vegetables* Sandwich w/Provolone Cheese Bu ermilk Biscuit* California Blend^ Whole Grain Bun* Roast Red Potatoes* Blonde Brownie* Steamed Broccoli Fresh Fruit^

30 Chili with Beans* Cheddar Cheese Sour Cream* Sweet Potato Puﬀs* Bu er and Egg Roll* Cranberry Juice^

4 Spaghe8 with Meatballs Linguini Pasta* Salad with Fresh Greens, w/Ranch Garlic Bread Chocolate Chip Cookie* 11 Glazed Pork Chop Spinach Mashed Potatoes with Cheddar* Baked Beans* Whole Grain Bread* Fresh Fruit^

Wednesday Salads: 9/2 :Chef Salad 9/9 : Waldorf Salad 9/16: Tuna with Fresh & Greens 9/23:Fresh Fruit with Co age Cheese 9/30 : Chicken Caesar

Grab and Go Meals

Grab and Go Meals will be oﬀered at L.E. Phillip’s Senior Center in lieu of the evening meal. Please call the oﬃce by the Friday before at 3:00 PM to make your reserva on. Meals can be picked up outside of the Senior Center (weather permiQng) at 5:00 PM on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.

September 8th Beef stroganoﬀ with Egg Noodles, Spinach Salad, Dinner Roll, Fresh Fruit September 22nd Sloppy Joes, Kaiser Roll, Cheese Hashbrowns, Steamed Corn, Fresh Fruit Dessert

Grab and Go meals are being oﬀered at Augusta Senior Center, call 715Ͳ286Ͳ2953 to make your reserva on. Meals can be picked up at 11:30 AM. Grab and Go meals are oﬀered at St. John’s Apartments, call 715Ͳ839Ͳ 4886 to make your reserva on. Meals can be picked up at 11:15 AM. Fairchild Community Center will con nue to serve Grab and Go meals every Wednesday at noon. Call 715Ͳ839Ͳ4886 to make your reserva on by Tuesday at 1:00 PM.

Fridays * Sept 11th and Sept 25th * 10 ± 11:30 am

It is No Fun Being Isolated!

Help yourself or others to videoͲchat! Same great program, two ways to access: FREE APP: Easy Tablet Help For Seniors is available on Apple and Amazon App Stores & Google Play. With NEW shortcut to video chat informa on.

WEBSITE: Send link or tell learner to type in the tablet’s search bar: www.genera onsonline.org/gol4ipad (iPad) or 4android (Android), or 4kindle (Amazon Fire tablet) Have someone else add it to their own device so they can answer ques ons.

Luther Lakeside Apartments 1412 Whipple Street

• 1 bedroom HUD sudsidized units for persons 62+ • Rent is 30% gross income w/utility allowance • Elevator & coin laundry on-site • Emergency pull stations in each apartment • Across from Mayo Hospital • Near Senior Center

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715-832-8301

Bathing/Grooming Assistance • Assistance with Walking • Errands & Shopping • Meal Preparation • Flexible Hourly Care •

Dressing Assistance Medication Reminders Light Housekeeping Friendly Companionship Respite Care for Families

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Each Visiting Angels agency is independently owned and operated.

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Are you concerned about the risks of residential care

Quality, independent living apartment for adults 55 and older

Need To Get To The Senior Center?

Quick & Easy Connections

Try the bus! Give this ad to your bus driver to receive a free day pass. Call Our Office At 715-839-5111 Exp 12/31/20

For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpiseniors.com

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. Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI

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ADRC Delivers Recumbent Tricycle to LE Phillips Senior Center

The ADRC is excited to deliver two electricͲassist recumbent tricycles to the L.E. Phillips Senior Center. Through transporta on funding received by the ADRC we were able to provide these bikes to the Senior Center as a start of a rental program. Area Seniors can go to the Senior Center and check out these bikes for daily use free of charge, you do not need to be a current member of the Senior Center. We are so excited to see this program grow and hope this is a great way to get area seniors ac ve and outside while the weather is s ll nice. If you have ques ons about this program contact the L.E. Phillips Senior Center at 715Ͳ839Ͳ4909. They are located at 1616 Bellinger St. Eau Claire WI 54703.

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 June 1 Ǧ August 5, 2020 **June classes will be held online

TIME:

10:00 Ǧ 11:30 am (snacks provided)

PLACE: Chippewa Valley Museum 1204 E. Half Moon Drive, Carson Park, Eau Claire

FEE:

No cost

For more information, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County at 715.839.4735, 888Ǧ338Ǧ4636, or adrc@co.eauǦclaire.wi.us

**Register online at www.adrcevents.org

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.

Living Well with Demen$a By Russell Martoccio

Loving Life

When you love life, like I do, to love it even when I have no stomach for it and everything that I have held dear, crumbles like burnt paper in my hands and fills my throat with the silt of it, then I say yes, I will love you, again. I am seeking a bright spot, a li(le peace, a place of greater silence, and, above all, the words that endure while all else is vanishing into madness and despair. Having to cope with the events of today’s world makes me feel withdrawn and isolated. Demen a seems to be sweeping me along with its ever changing current, leaving me unable to navigate the future ahead. During this ba(le for my mind I need to seek through prayer the path of least resistance, to stop figh ng the phantoms of demen a, accept the way things are and cherish this day that has been given to me, while having made a conscience decision to turn my will and my life over to the care of God. Autumn has arrived without warning at a me when the lush fruiSul days of midsummer are beginning to wane, but when it s ll seems as though food, endless plenty and warmth must go on forever, and bringing with it a welcome quiet to all the land. Whenever I feel uneasy in this world, I seek out nature, the eternal domain which is both ancient and modern. I feel a selfͲprotec ve detachment when I am walking or canoeing and enjoying the crisp autumn air... and if I am lucky, just maybe, if I am quiet and s ll, I will hear the elfin ‘Pipes of Pan’ which are now seldom heard in the world these days. Hoping that you find peace in these difficult mes.

Feels like

home...

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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 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

For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpiseniors.com

Subsidized HousingWe - One Bedroom Apartments 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

Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI

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ADRC Van Schedule September 2020

Would you like to go on one of our scheduled trips at no cost?

The ADRC Van has room for one wheelchair and 3 addi-onal individuals and is available for the elderly and disabled residents living in Eau Claire County. Contact Dave, Transporta-on Coordinator to schedule 715Ͳ225Ͳ0975 Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

1 Trip to Walmart in Eau Claire. Pickups starts at 10a

2 Trip to Woodmans Grocery Store. Pickups start at 10a

3 Trip to Fleet and Farm in Eau Claire pickups start 10a

4 Open date call to schedule trip.

7 Trip to Woodmans Grocery Store. Pickups start at 10a

8 Open date call to schedule trip.

9 Trip to Walmart in Eau Claire. Pickups starts at 10a

10 Trip to Woodmans Grocery Store. Pickups start at 10a

11 St. Johns Apartment Walmart Trip. Pickup at 10a

14 Trip to Woodmans Grocery Store. Pickups start at 10a 21 Open date call to schedule trip.

15 Trip to Walmart in Eau Claire. Pickups starts at 10a

16 Open date call to schedule trip.

17 Trip to Walmart in Eau Claire. Pickups starts at 10a

18 No Van Service Today

22 Trip to Walmart in Eau Claire. Pickups starts at 10a

23 Trip to Woodmans Grocery Store. Pickups start at 10a

24 Open date call to schedule trip.

25 St. Johns Apartment Woodmans Trip. Pickup at 10a

29 Trip to Walmart in Eau Claire. Pickups starts at 10a

30 Open date call to schedule trip.

28 Open date call to schedule trip.

Serving the rural areas of Eau Claire County AUGUSTA SENIOR & COMMUNITY CENTER

Liquid Supplement Available at the ASCC 24 ct Case: $25

Nutritional liquid supplements are available those who may have a poor appetite, are recovering from surgery, need to gain weight or simply are not able to eat a diet adequate in nutrition.

Until we reopen our dining room, the AS&CC will be offering:

Meals!

Meals are offered on a donation basis of $4.00 per meal for those age 60+ or their spouse.

Chocolate, Vanilla & Strawberry Call ahead and we will have it ready for you to pick up. facebook.com/Augusta-SeniorCommunity-Center

Adaptive Equipment Loan Closet

Medical Foot Care Appointments available by Foot Care Trained Registered Nurses: Lisa and Helen Call 715 286 2953

Consumers may borrow assistive technology and adaptive equipment for up to three months. Items in the loan closet include walkers, canes, visual aids, bath benches, bed rails and more. If an item isn’t already in Augusta, it can be brought there in a short amount of time. Call 715 286 2953

Arrangements will be made directly through the ASCC for items from Augusta

2020 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Is On! The Walk to End Alzheimer’s community is commi(ed to ending Alzheimer’s by walking safely, to raise funds for the care, support, and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Associa on. The world may look a li(le different right now, but one thing has not changed, our commitment to ending Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer’s Associa on Walk to End Alzheimer’s is moving forward in 2020, while ensuring the safety of our par cipants, volunteers, and staff. While we cannot come together as a large group, on our local walk day, September 26, 2020, par cipants will walk as individuals, families, and teams, knowing that others figh ng to end Alzheimer’s are doing the same. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is a community that cares and that community, which starts in your backyard and stretches across the county, will have more opportuni es than ever this year to engage, find and give you support. Your support this year is as cri cal as ever to advancing care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Associa on and helping us end Alzheimer’s and all other demen a. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is not just an event, it is a movement you can join right now. To donate to Eau Claire County Walks to Remember team visit: h(ps://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2020/WIͲWisconsin?team_id=615255&pg=team&fr_id=13735 If you have ques ons about the walk please contact Joanna Schneider, Walk to End Alzheimer’s Manager at 715Ͳ861Ͳ6175, jlschneider@alz.org

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Aging & Disability Resource Center, Eau Claire, WI

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SEPTEMBER DEMENTIA VIRTUAL and/ or PHONE CALL SUPPORT

The Eau Claire Memory Café and Support Groups will be online and/or conference call. To par cipate, you will need an email and either a computer/tablet/ iPad, smartphone or phone. Eau Claire Memory Connec ons Café The café offers a comfortable way for people with memory problems and their care partners to have fun and socialize with others. 10:00 ʹ 11:00 am Tuesday, September 8, 2020. For more informa on, contact Lisa at: 715Ͳ839Ͳ4750 or lisa.wells@co.eauͲ claire.wi.us Coffee Group for Men Connec ons and coffee for men caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other type of demen a. 11:00 am, Wednesdays, September 2 and September 16, 2020. For more informa on, contact Bob at 414Ͳ378Ͳ2114 or beevee6610@gmail.com Early Stage Memory Loss Support Group This support group is for people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease or other demen as and their caregivers. 1:30 ʹ 2:30 pm. Wednesday, September 30 2020. For more informa on, contact Lisa at 715Ͳ 839Ͳ4750 or lisa.wells@co.eauͲclaire.wi.us MiddleͲLate Stage Alzheimer’s/Demen a Caregiver Support Group This support group is for people caring for a person in the middleͲlate stages of Alzheimer’s disease or other demen as. 1:30 ʹ 2:45 pm, Tuesday, September 8, 2020. For more informa on or to register, contact Paula at paulajwainsco(@gmail.com Lewy Body Demen a Support Group This support group is for people caring for a person living with Lewy Body Demen a. 6:00Ͳ8:00 pm Wednesday, September 9 and September 23, 2020. For more informa on contact Janell at romatowskij@comcast.net or Amy at 715Ͳ379Ͳ3148 or amy@modularmarke ngsystems.com

SoulͲCare for Caregivers A monthly support group for individuals who are caring/suppor ng a loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease or other demen a, or a chronic/terminal health condi on or disability. 5:30 ʹ 7:00 pm Tuesday, September 8, 2020. 10:30 am ʹ noon Tuesday, September 22, 2020 For more informa on, contact Paula at paulajwainsco(@gmail.com

Brain Health as You Age

Living Well with Memory Loss and Early Dementia

Have you ever spent 10 minutes looking for your reading glasses, and they were on the top of your head? Or, have you walked into a room and forgotten why you went there? Most people, even younger ones, have had these experiences but when should such instances be something of concern? What are the normal signs of aging? Is there anything you can do to maintain your brain health as you age ? This webinar presents ageǦrelated changes in the brain, risks to brain health, rewiring your brain, and some brain wellness strategies and the evidence behind them. WHEN: Tuesday, September 29, 2020

TIME:

10:00 am Ǧ 11:30 am

PLACE: Comfort of your home Webinar includes PowerPoint presentation, handouts, websites, and great resources.

Register online at the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County: www.adrcevents.org or call 715.839.4735 or 888Ǧ338Ǧ4636 All registrations will be sent a web link or phone number to join the webinar. Email required to join.

Changes to Adaptive Equipment Loan Program

Due to COVID 19, the Adaptive Equipment Loan Program is offering curbside drop off and pick up only.

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 the procedures to loan equipment below. To Check For Availability Call the ADRC at (715) 839-4735 Pick-Up/Drop off Item)) Call the ADRC Mon–Fri: 8am–4:30 pm to schedule a pickup/drop off time One-Time Contribution Fees are being WAIVED until further notice Large items: $10.00 fee /Small Items: $5.00 fee

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4510 Gateway Drive - Eau Claire

The HeatherWood family is a warm, loving community. Our mission is simple. We are guided by goodness, loyalty, faith and fun. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to join us on this journey.

Call 715-552-5511 today for a tour!

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WHEN YOU’RE WITH US, YOU’RE FAMILY! Prairie Pointe Rehabilitation Suites • State-of-the-art therapy gym • On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy • Relaxing fireside spa and concierge care

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2020 Senior Farmers Market Vouchers Distribution ends September 30th!

The Aging and Disability Resource Center is s-ll distribu-ng Senior Farmers Market vouchers. Eligible seniors can receive $25 in vouchers to be used at any approved Farmers Market vendor in the state of Wisconsin. The vouchers can be used to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables grown in Wisconsin. Only one $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 Na-ve American Meet the below income guidelines

Family Size

Monthly Income at or Below

Annual Income at or Below

1 $1,968 $23,606 2 $2,658 $31,894 3 $3,349 $40,182 (For each addi-onal household member, add $691 monthly, $8,288 annually) Call the ADRC to learn more at 715Ͳ839Ͳ4735. Vouchers will NOT be available for pick up at The ADRC oﬃce.

Pandemic Unemployment for SSDI Recipients

By the GWAAR Legal Services Team (for reprint) After a monthsͲlong battle, the U.S. Department of Labor changed their position and will now allow for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) recipients to collect pandemic unemployment assistance (PUA) benefits which were passed as part of the CARES Act. Federal PUA benefits are available for people who lost their jobs due to the COVIDͲ19 pandemic but who do not qualify for regular state unemployment insurance, such as people who are selfͲemployed or who have limited recent work history. However, in two states, North Carolina and Wisconsin, SSDI recipients are also disqualified from collecting regular state unemployment benefits. This was previously interpreted to mean that SSDI recipients do not qualify for PUA either. That position has been reversed in a letter from the U.S. Department of Labor dated July 27. Now, SSDI recipients who lost their jobs due to the COVIDͲ19 pandemic are encouraged to apply for PUA benefits. The benefits can be retroactive to the week ending February 8, 2020 (or the first week an individual is out of work due to COVIDͲ19, whichever is later), and the last payable week is the week ending December 26, 2020. For more information, see the Department of Workforce Development’s press release: https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/news/2020/200727ͲssdiͲapplyͲpua.html.

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Falls Preven$on Awareness Month

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

Facts About Older Adult Falls i

Thirty million older adults in the U.S. fall each yearͶresul ng in about 30,000 deaths.

Each year, 3 million older adults are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries.

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

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

More than 95 percent of hip fractures are caused by fallingͶusually by falling sideways.

Women fall more o2en than men and account for threeͲquarters of all hip fractures.

Check Your Risk For Falling: Answer 12 ques ons to assess your risk of falls and receive a personalized report to share with your health care provider.h(ps://www.ncoa.org/healthyͲ aging/fallsͲpreven on/fallsͲfreeͲcheckup/. You can also call the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Eau Claire County at 715Ͳ839Ͳ4735 to request the Stay Independent brochure, which includes the falls risk assessment, by mail.

Contact Alex Nicholas to place an ad today! anicholas@lpiseniors.com or (800) 950-9952 x2538 Thank you families for trusting us with yours. (715) 832-1681 2120 Heights Drive, Eau Claire www.clearwatercares.com

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Caretaker Corner By Jim Alf

I Will Not Feel Guilty

I refuse to feel guilty. I will not feel guilty for doing what is best. For her. The best for her. That’s what I said as other husbands expressed that emo on when they put their wives with demen a in memory care facili es; nursing homes, that is. Old folk’s homes. Call it whatever you want, a diﬀerent name does not anesthe ze against the s ng. So they said. So I was not going to say. Years ago, a nextͲdoor neighbor was caretaker of his wife who slid into profound demen a, deeper and deeper as the months passed. Un l he could not. And put her in the local nursing home. Guilty. He brought the charge himself, was judge, jury, prosecutor, good cop, bad cop, and jailer. In a short me, he could not stand the guilt, the pi ful cries, and the begging. So, he took her home and became her caretaker again. Un l he could not. He took her back, came home alone and died before she did. I will not feel guilty because everyone, I mean every person with whom I have “the conversa on,” professional or not, tells me I must do it for my own good. So I have decided I will feel not guilty when I ﬁnd a place for her. It is best for both of us so why should I feel guilty? There is a common problem with placing a spouse in a facility, which is, when is the right me? Now the right me has come. Paperwork is being done. Two rooms are available in town. Assessments will be made, maybe this week. I’m urging that this goes forward. I will not feel guilty. She will walk in. I will say goodbye at the door, probably. With quaran ning I will likely not see her again for a long me. My hope is that she will forget me within days. Now she only knows me as someone who is here every day. She will say my name occasionally but cannot tell me why we live together. Our 50th wedding anniversary is this month. I will not feel guilty. I told myself so. The other husbands probably told themselves that, too. It’s Sunday. There is a certain tension in me. A ghtness. Tomorrow is Monday and the process goes forward. I won’t feel it if I don’t say it. The G word.

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