March & April Prime Connections 2024

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YOUR SENIOR NEWS MARCH/APRIL 2024

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EXECUTIVE UPDATE This is the last article that I will be writing for Prime Connections as Executive Director of the Adult Resource Alliance. The ARAYC Board has formed a search committee and has made significant progress in identifying the right candidate to step into that leadership role.

I will admit that I am stepping Mike Larson Executive Director down with mixed feelings as my passion for ARAYC’s mission has not diminished. Sometimes life simply presents us with decisions that are difficult on the one hand, but necessary, nonetheless.

There are a couple of thoughts I would like to share with this final opportunity. One question we routinely ask applicants for positions at ARAYC is about their experience with seniors. Either professional or personal. It is one of my favorite questions as it often solicits some awesome stories that can be incredibly heartwarming. One I will always remember was a native American young woman who shared the significant role her grandparents had in her upbringing and the importance of elders in her culture. I am not suggesting that that you can’t do a great job at ARAYC without having your personal “senior” story, but I have found that it adds just that little additional passion and understanding.

My personal story involves my parents. Both were part of that greatest generation cohort coming out of World War

II. My father was a veteran who took part in the occupation of Japan at the tail end of the war. My mother left high school early to work in a factory producing war materials.

They were both proud, private, and stubbornly independent.

Their life was not an easy path, which got harder when my father suffered a disabling stroke in his early fifties. They managed to persevere with some help from my sisters and I, when we were allowed in. Fast forward 20 plus years and my mother started showing signs of cognitive issues, which progressed on a steady decline. That progression wasn’t easy to track, as their private natures kept them from sharing fully with family. Eventually, it progressed beyond their ability to cover up and my mother was diagnosed with Lewy Body dementia, a particularly nasty form of that disease. Eventually, she had to be placed in a care facility, something my father had promised would never happen.

It was shortly after that when they both passed away only weeks apart from each other.

I don’t share this to be depressing, but to impart why the mission of ARAYC is so important to me. “Our mission is to provide effective services and lead collaborative efforts to ensure seniors remain independent with the highest possible quality of life. That is a big job. But I guarantee you that our Board, staff, and volunteers all take it very seriously. We may not be perfect, but we are trying! I have no doubt whatsoever as I step away from my role at ARAYC that the commitment to that mission will not waiver. It has been a privilege to play my small part for the last five years.

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WELLNESS FOR YOUR HEALTH.................................... 4

WHAT'S COOKING SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAM.....................8

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BILLINGS MEALS ON WHEELS................10 MENU - BILLINGS/LAUREL.....................12

CONNECTIONS ACTIVITIES..........................................14 ALLIANCE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM...........16 SENIOR CIRCLE OF CARE........................17 LIFE'S OBSERVATIONS...........................18

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CONNECTIONS IN OUR MIDST.................20 HAPPENINGS UNDER THE BIG SKY..........22 IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO GET FIT............25

RESOURCES RESOURCE CENTER...............................26 CAREGIVER SUPPORT...........................28 ALLIANCE SUPPORTERS........................30

25 HOURS

OUR COMMUNITY MEALSITE UPDATES..............................32

1505 AVENUE D 9AM-4PM • MON–FRI

935 LAKE ELMO DR 9AM – 3PM • MON-FRI www.allianceyc.org // Adult Resource Alliance

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FOR YOUR HEALTH

Let’s talk about speech therapy for grownups

BY BRIDGET BRYANT As a speech therapist with RiverStone Health Home Care, I travel all over Yellowstone County to see patients in their own homes.

clearly. In fact, speech therapy can help with a wide variety of health conditions that are more common for adults, especially older adults.

Many people think speech therapy is mostly to help children overcome developmental challenges to learning to speak

I have treated children, but 15 of my 17 years in practice has been devoted to working with geriatric patients in their

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own homes. Most of my patients are between 50 and 90 years old. Many are U.S. veterans.

Speech is a complex function. It involves structures in the mouth, throat and chest. Your breathing can affect speech, and, of course, you use your brain to speak. So illnesses and injuries that affect any of these body parts or your breathing can affect your ability to say what you want to say.

Sometimes patients tell me: “I know how to speak; I don’t need speech therapy.”

In fact, speech therapy can improve problems caused by stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, swallowing disorders and traumatic brain injury. Some of my patients have fallen and sustained injuries that impaired their speech. People who have had surgery on their throat or neck may benefit from speech therapy.

physical therapist or occupational therapist.

Family and friend caregivers can make a huge difference in how patients progress. Together, we can work on strategies to keep the patient safe. When I discharge patients, I want the patients and caregivers to feel like they have a good grasp on safety measures.

Speech therapy can improve problems caused by stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, swallowing disorders and traumatic brain injury.

No two patients are the same. Dementia patients, for example, require highly individualized care plans. Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance require a physician’s prescription to start speech therapy. When meeting a new patient, I first conduct a thorough assessment of their needs. The patient, their family caregiver and I create a plan to meet shortterm and long-term goals.

Speech therapy begins with a plan of care for weekly sessions. Patients are re-evaluated every 30 days.

Medicare requires that objective measures demonstrate progress to continue paying for in-home therapy.

Medicaid, Veterans Administration and private insurance requirements vary.

Generally, if the patient is making progress and can benefit from continued speech therapy, weekly sessions can run for several months.

There can always be some improvement with speech therapy, although the patient may not always get back to the level they had before becoming ill or injured.

The patient’s willingness to work on therapy is key in making progress.

Bridget Bryant, a Billings native and licensed speech therapist, can be reached at RiverStone Health Home Care, 406.651.6500.

Safety is the No. 1 priority. I may set up visual aids to remind dementia patients of routine things they need to do.

I do lots of visual and cognitive exercises with the patient and develop cues designed for where the patient is with memory and cognition. It’s like physical therapy for your brain.

I work with other professionals on the Home Care team to meet all of the patient’s home healthcare needs. My patients often are receiving visits from a Home Care nurse, www.allianceyc.org // Adult Resource Alliance

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THE ADULT RESOURCE ALLIANCE

empowers, protects and connects OUR COMMUNITY’S SENIORS WITH THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THEY NEED TO LIVE SAFELY AND INDEPENDENTLY.

We can not do it without your help!

1505 Ave D Billings 259-9666

935 Lake Elmo Dr Billings Heights 606-1170

allianceyc.org

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- Megan, Mary’s daughter To learn more about Mary’s story, please visit billingsclinic.com/mary. www.allianceyc.org // Adult Resource Alliance

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SENIOR LUNCH PROGRAM We would like to invite you to join us for a special St. Patrick’s Day lunch on Friday, March 15th. Also, we will be having our Easter Dinner for our Billings and Laurel locations on March 21st and 22nd. Please see dates, locations, phone numbers and times below. We do require advanced reservations as these are popular meals and, some locations will fill up. If one location fills up please fill free to join another

location. We would love to see you at any of our locations!

For the Billings and Laurel Meal Sites, we offer a hot meal of the day or a featured monthly salad. In March, we are featuring a BLT Chicken Salad with a creamy BBQ Dressing. April, we will feature a Taco Salad with a Southwest Dressing.

St. Patrick's Day

Lunch

Featuring a traditional corned beef & cabbage meal.

Friday, March 15th at Adult Resource Alliance Ave. D, Heights, South Park Community Center, Billings Community Center, and Laurel Senior Center.

Entertainment & Door Prizes at some locations

Limited Seating

RESERVATIONS DUE BY MARCH 8 AT NOON Phone numbers listed on pg 9 by location.

OUR MISSION

is to provide effective services and lead collaborative efforts to ensure seniors remain independent with the highest possible quality of life.

Easter Dinner

Thursday, March 21st at West End Location

Friday, March 22nd

at Adult Resource Alliance Ave. D, Heights, South Park Community Center, Billings Community Center, and Laurel Senior Center.

Entertainment & Door Prizes

Limited Seating

at some locations

RESERVATIONS DUE BY MARCH 15 AT NOON Phone numbers listed below by location.

MEAL SITE LOCATIONS Billings Meal Sites Adult Resource Alliance Billings Community Center Billings Heights

1505 Avenue D | 406-259-9666 360 N. 23rd St. | 406-259-9666

Mon.-Fri. Mon.-Fri.

South Park Senior Center

935 Lake Elmo Dr. | 406-606-1170 901 S. 30th St. | 406-256-6413

Mon.-Fri. Mon. & Fri.

Billings Westend

4125 Grand Ave. | 406-259-9666

Tues. & Thurs.

Broadview Senior Center

13725 5th St. | 406-667-2212

Thurs.

Custer Senior Center

322 6th St. | 406-370-9061

Mon. & Thurs.

Huntley Sportsman Club

37 Minecha | 406-698-6525

1st & 3rd Thurs.

Laurel Senior Center

720 S. 4th St. | 406-628-7571

Mon.-Fri.

Shepherd Community Center

5541 Haynes Rd | 406-696-1343

Wed.

Worden Senior Center

2445 Main St. | 406-880-6061

Fri.

www.allianceyc.org // Adult Resource Alliance

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BILLINGS MEALS ON WHEELS MOW Coordinator: Jaime • MOW Assistant: Stacy • 1505 Avenue D • 406-259-9666

Meals on Wheels for the last 22 years!............. 2,774 Alliance & Community Program Support Events..............................................173 Alliance Resource Center Bookkeeping-Chore Corp................................310 Big Sky Senior Services Bookkeeping ................................................29 Billings Chamber Visitor Info Center................155 Billings Food Bank Warehouse Support & Food Prep .....................1403 Family Service Santa Shopper, Food Room Assistant ..............3,258 Habitat for Humanity Construction, Restore Assistant ..................... 6,321 Pompey’s Piller Greeter/Gift Shop Clerk ..........74

A Bright Spot...

St. Vincent Healthcare Area Assistant .............1,794

JERE WAMSLEY

Vitalant United Blood Service-Driver ...........................202

Sometimes in life you run across someone who stands out, not because they would ever want to be noticed, but because they quietly just keep showing up! Vicki, our Volunteer Coordinator recently came across some figures while compiling a report and we were astonished by what she found. Jere and his wife Bonnie began volunteering together in 2002 after retiring from long careers in law enforcement. They filled their days volunteering, and even after Bonnie’s passing, Jere continues to volunteer to this day. I want to try to share some of his volunteer history because it is truly remarkable, and this is only what we have documented!

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United Way Billings Promise, Disaster Preparedness .........26

Yellowstone Honor Flight Assistance ...............13 Yellowstone River Parks Volunteer .................250

HOURS OF SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY

16,782

Adult Resource Alliance’s Meals on Wheels Program (MOW) offers a hot nutritious meal to those over 60 years of age who are homebound. They are delivered by volunteers, Monday through Friday between 10:00 and 12:30. Meals are available on a shortterm basis for persons recovering from a hospital stay or surgery until the person is no longer homebound. If a person is able to prepare their own meals, or lives with someone who can prepare their meals you may be denied.

SPRING! This is my favorite time of year! It always brings the hope of warm sunshine, green grass, flowers, and good roads. Our drivers did an amazing job this winter. They truly are such great people who care deeply about our homebound participants. What is it that they say? “There is a season for everything, and we’re just glad that winter is in the rear-view mirror.” I assume that most of us are happy to have the warmer months ahead, well at least until we reach the 100’s!

What are some things we can look forward to?

Wearing sweaters instead of parkas, Daylight Savings Time, the sound of birds singing, St. Patrick’s Day, corned beef and cabbage, Easter, the beautiful flowers poking out of the ground, being the April Fools trickster or watching for one, and maybe even a few showers to help everything grow and come to life. Such a wonderful time of year.

Wow, Jere, talk about a lifetime of serving others! Think of all the lives you have touched along the way. The Adult Resource Alliance, all the friends you have made here, and many other nonprofits throughout our community continue to be blessed by your service. Thank you, Jere!

Wishing you all a beautiful Spring

— Jaime www.allianceyc.org // Adult Resource Alliance

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MEAL SITES

BILLINGS & LAUREL

MEALS ON WHEELS MONDAY

Nutrition Program Director: Lorri

MARCH MENU TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Cooks: Jami, Mary, Winter, Amy and Philip

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

26 Pork Chow Mein over Rice Egg Roll with Sauce Oriental Coleslaw Ice Cream

27 Beef Stroganoff Noodles Green Beans Lemon Artichoke ~ Romaine Salad Fruit

28 Cheesy Ham & Hash Brown Casserole Cinnamon Apples Peanut Butter & Jelly Bar

29 Parmesan Chicken Buttered Noodles Vegetable Pears Pistachio Salad

1 Sweet & Sour Meatballs Rice Steamed Broccoli Peaches S’mores Bar

4 Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Cheese, Tomato, & Lettuce Baked Beans Fruit Chocolate Chip Cookie

5 GF Beef Burrito with Salsa & Sour Cream Fiesta Rice Corn Salad Cherry Crisp

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7 Cheeseburger with Pickles & Onion Corn On the Cob Chips Pink Lady Apple

8 Oven Baked Chicken Legs BBQ Green Beans Potato Salad Pineapple/Mandarin Orange Fruit Cup Jell-O Cake

11 Spaghetti with Meat Sauce Garlic Bread Vegetable Apricots Pudding

12 Chicken Strips with Honey Mustard Jo Jo’s Tropical Fruit Brownie

13 Pepperoni Pizza Chicken Wings with Ranch Celery Sticks Ice Cream ~ Sandwich

14 Lemon Dill Cod Tartar Sauce Wild Rice Stewed Tomatoes Fruit

15 St. Patrick’s Day Corn Beef & Cabbage Baby Potatoes with Carrots / Roll Broccoli Salad Andes Mint Cake SP Birthday

18 Sausage Breakfast Burrito with Salsa Hashbrown Patty Cinnamon Apples Danish

19 Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta Mixed Veggies Caesar Salad Banana Bar

20 Country Fried Steak with Gravy Mashed Potatoes Steamed Broccoli Fresh Fruit

21 GF Shepherd’s Pie Harvard Beets Sliced Peaches Cookie

22 Easter Dinner Baked Honey Ham Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes / Roll Cascade Blend Veg Lemony Fruit Salad Mandarin Orange Cake

Easter Dinner WE 25 Sloppy Joe Jo Jo’s Pea & Cheese Salad Rosy Pears

26 Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tot Casserole Green Beans Tossed Salad with Beans Ice Cream Sundae

27 Fish & Chips with Tartar Sauce & Lemon Wedge Winter Blend Veg. Jell-O ~ Salad with Mandarin Oranges

28 Rueben Casserole Crinkle Cut Carrots Fruit Turtle Bar

29 Roasted Turkey with Gravy Mashed Potatoes Capri Blend Veg. Cranberry ~ Ambrosia Salad Cake Alliance, Hts, Bcc, & Laurel Birthday

*Menu Subject to Change

Ave D, BCC, & Westend................. 406-259-9666 Billings Heights Meal Site............. 406-606-1170 South Side Senior Center.............. 406-256-6413 Laurel Senior Center.................... 406-628-7571 Meals on Wheels:.......................... 406-259-9666

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☛ A requested donation of $5.00 per meal for adults 60 and above. ☛ Under 60 charge is $7.00. ☛ Menu is subject to change ☛ GF = Gluten Free on Request

MEAL SITE RESERVATIONS must be made by Noon, at least 1 business day in advance.

BILLINGS & LAUREL

MEAL SITES

BILLINGS & LAUREL

MEALS ON WHEELS MONDAY

APRIL MENU TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Nutrition Program Director: Lorri Cooks: Jami, Mary, Winter, Amy and Philip THURSDAY

FRIDAY

1 Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo Sunshine Carrots Fruit Cocktail with Cherries Ice Cream

2 Soft Shell Beef Taco Lettuce, Cheese, Tomato, Sour Cream & Salsa Refried Beans Mexican Slaw Hello Dolly Bar

3 Ham & Beans with Cornbread Pickled Beets Caeser Salad Fruit

4 Dijon Glazed Chicken with Bell Peppers Brown Rice Pink Lady Apple Cookie

5 Pork Chop with Mushroom Gravy Mashed Potatoes Broccoli Fruit Camel Apple Bread Pudding

8 Teriyaki Chicken over Rice Asian Blend Veg. Peaches Chinese Cashew Salad

9 Cheesy Ham & Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Tropical Fruit Chocolate Pudding with Topping

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11 Cowboy Beans Garden Salad Orange Cinnamon Roll

12 Porcupine Meatballs Au Gratin Potatoes Mixed Veggies Apple Sauce Jell-O Cake

15 Chicken Marsala Wild Rice Vegetable Oatmeal Raisin Cookie

16 Bacon Cheeseburger Pickles & Onions Chips Mediterranean ~ Pasta Salad Fruit

17 Turkey Supreme Cranberries Carrots Fruit Pumpkin Bar

18 Supreme Pizza Chicken Wings with Ranch Celery Sticks Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich

19 Country Fried Steak with Gravy Mashed Potatoes Mixed Veggies Broccoli Salad Banana Bar SP Birthday

22 Beef Tips Buttered Noodles Vegetable Peaches Cookie

23 Beef & Broccoli over Rice Egg Roll Oriental Coleslaw Pudding

24 Fish & Chips with Tartar Sauce Buttered Peas Mississippi Mud Cake

25 White Chicken Lasagna Garlic Bread Harvard Beets Tossed Salad with Red Beans / Fruit WE Birthday

26 Swiss Steak Garden Rice Green Beans Waldorf Salad Cake Alliance, Hts, BCC, & Laurel Birthday

29 Polish Dog Dill Macaroni & Cheese Buttered Peas Strawberry Ice Cream

30 Beef Enchilada with Salsa & Sour Cream Fiesta Rice Catalina Frito Salad Pears

1 Loaded Potato Soup Chicken Salad on a Croissant Banana Brownie

2 Honey Glazed Ham Baked Potato with Butter & Sour Cream Green Beans Hawaiian Fruit Salad

3 Cinco-de Mayo Chicken Burrito Bowl Tortilla Chips with Queso Dip Churro Rice Krispy Treat

*Menu Subject to Change

Ave D, BCC, & Westend................. 406-259-9666 Billings Heights Meal Site............. 406-606-1170 South Side Senior Center.............. 406-256-6413 Laurel Senior Center.................... 406-628-7571 Meals on Wheels:.......................... 406-259-9666

☛ A requested donation of $5.00 per meal for adults 60 and above. ☛ Under 60 charge is $7.00. ☛ For Meal Sites serving time and locations please visit Our Community section

MEAL SITE RESERVATIONS must be made by Noon, at least 1 business day in advance.

www.allianceyc.org // Adult Resource Alliance

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CONNECTIONS

ACTIVITIES

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BILLINGS COMMUNITY & SENIOR CENTER IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE ADULT RESOURCE ALLIANCE 406-657-3050 | 360 N 23RD ST, BILLINGS, MT | WWW.BILLINGSPARKS.ORG

New programs and activities coming soon... stay tuned!

SENIOR SCHOLARSHIPS Billings Parks and Recreation is dedicated to life-long recreation no matter your economic status.

Seniors, age 55+, may be eligible for your Senior Scholarships Program. The program is intended to help seniors with limited income participate in fitness and recreation programs. The fund is a function primarily of donations from our generous community members.

100% of donations to this fund will go directly towards supporting seniors. If you would like to donate or apply for the scholarship, please stop by the Billings Community and Senior Center at 360 N 23rd Street.

• DAILY GAME SCHEDULE AT •

BILLINGS COMMUNITY CENTER

Schedule subject to change based on facility needs.

MONDAY TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

FRIDAY

1:00pm

Hand & Foot

10:00am 1:00pm

Rummikub Scrabble & Shanghai Rummy $0.50/game Wood Carving Farkle Bingo $0.50/card Pinochle $1/game Hand & Foot Dominoes Dominoes Pinochle $1/game Shanghai Rummy $0.50/card

1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 1:00pm 10:00am 1:00pm 1:00pm

FITNESS CLASSES FITNESS BY DESIGN

Dates: 3/12-5/2 Day(s) Time Tue & Th 10:00-11:00am Cost: $40 Resident/$50 Non-resident Location: Billings Community Center (360 N 23rd St.)

FITNESS BY DESIGN

Dates: 3/14 – 5/6 Day(s) M & W – Time -9:30-10:15am OR 10:30-11:15am Cost: $40 Resident/$50 Non-resident Location: Adult Resource Alliance Heights (935 Lake Elmo Drive)

CHAIR STRENGTH

Dates: Session 1 – 2/29 -Apr 23 Session 2 4/25-6/18 Day(s) Tue & Th Time -10:30am-11:15am Cost: $40 Resident/$50 Non-resident Location: Adult Resource Alliance Heights (935 Lake Elmo Drive)

CLASSES FILL FAST!

CHAIR YOGA

Dates: 4/1 – 5/20 Day(s) Monday Time: 1:00-2:00pm Cost: $30 Resident/$40 Non-resident Location: Billings Community Center (360 N 23rd St.)

CHAIR YOGA

Dates: Session 1 - 2/29- 4/18 Session 2 – 4/25 -6/13 Day(s) Th Time: 1:00-1:45pm Cost: $30 Resident/$40 Non-resident Location: Adult Resource Alliance Main (1505 Ave D)

30 MINUTE ABS FOR SENIORS

Dates: 3/19 -5/7 Day(s) Tuesday Time: 11:15-11:45am Cost: $20 Resident/$30 Non-resident Location: Billings Community Center (360 N 23rd St.)

BEGINNER DRUMMING FOR SENIORS

CHAIR STRENGTH

Dates: 3/4 – 4/8 Day(s) M Time: 2:30-3:30pm Cost: $30 Resident/$40 Non-resident Location: Billings Community Center (360 N 23rd St.)

STRONG AND FIT – NEW DAY ADD ON

Dates: 3/23 – 5/18 Day(s) Sat Time: 9:00-9:45am Cost: $30 Resident/$40 Non-resident Location: Billings Community Center (360 N 23rd St.)

CARDIO WALKING/BEGINNER BARRE

Dates: 3/23 – 5/18 Day(s) Sat Time: 10:00-10:45am Cost: $30 Resident/$40 Non-resident Location: Billings Community Center (360 N 23rd St.)

Dates 3/12- 4/30 Day(s) Tue Time: 1:30pm-2:15pm Cost: $30 Resident/$40 Non-resident Location: Adult Resource Alliance Main 1505 Ave D)

Dates: 3/7 – 4/30 Day(s) Tue & Th Time: 9:00-9:45am Cost: $40 Resident/$50 Non-resident Location: Billings Community Center (360 N 23rd St.)

Dates: Session 1 – 2/23 – 4/1 Session 2- 4/3 – 5/8 Day(s) M, W & F - Time: 8:30-9:00am Cost: $30 Resident/$40 Non-resident Location: Billings Community Center (360 N 23rd St.)

GENTLE YOGA

Dates: Session 1 - 3/5 – 4/23 Session 2 4/3 -6/18 Day(s) Tue Time: 1:00-1:45pm Cost: $30 Resident/$40 Non-resident Location: Billings Community Center (360 N 23rd St.)

GENTLE YOGA

Dates: Session 1 2/29 & 4/18 Session 2 – 4/25-6/13 Day(s) Th Time: 12:00-12:45pm OR 1:00-1:45pm Cost: $30 Resident/$40 Non-resident Location: Adult Resource Alliance Heights (935 Lake Elmo Drive)

CARDIO FITNESS

KETTLEBELLS

FITNESS ROOM

Open Monday – Friday 9am – 4pm (last time to start) Cost: 0.50 donation Location: Billings Community Center (360 N 23rd St.)

COME TRY YOUR FIRST CLASS FOR

FREE!

www.allianceyc.org // Adult Resource Alliance

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ALLIANCE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Vicki, Volunteer Coordinator • 406-245-6177

National Volunteer Appreciation Week • • • • • • APRIL 21-27, 2024 • • • • • •

Shining a light on the people and causes that inspire us!

It is with sincere appreciation that we thank all 302 dedicated volunteers for lending their time and talents to make a difference in the lives of seniors! It is because of you we can fulfill our mission of empowering seniors to live their best life at home, and for that we thank you for giving back to the Alliance Volunteer Programs!

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Kylie, CHW • Erin, Service Coordinator For more information call 406-294-1590

It feels like only yesterday we were excited to announce being selected as a Community Care Corps 2022-2024 Grantee. Now as we are nearing the end of the 18-month grant cycle, we remain committed to providing supportive community-based services to Seniors utilizing our amazing community of volunteers. It is with great appreciation we recognize Community Care Corps and the Alliance Volunteer Program whose support was imperative in providing the following services directly impacting the quality of life for Seniors in Yellowstone County.

Senior Circle of Care 2022-2024

430

NUMBER OF SENIORS SERVED

Program

98

IN-HOME SAFETY SCREENINGS

55

NUMBER OF NEW VOLUNTEERS

Number of Times Total Hours

FRIEND COMPANION

75

151

BOOKKEEPING

30

53

CHORE CORPS

17

26

PANTRY PALS

159

375

SOCIAL BUDDIES

42

72

TRANSPORTATION

106

258

This project was supported in part by Grant #90CCDG0001 from the U.S. Administration for Community Living.

www.allianceyc.org // Adult Resource Alliance

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LIFE’S Observations…

Jimmy Buffett's song, Trip Around the Sun seems strangely fatalistic, even foreboding. Most of his songs feel more like being on the cusp of a four day weekend with no ambitious plans beyond tidying up the living room or perhaps alphabetizing the spice cabinet. So, perhaps I should consider what external forces may be working David Mosdal Guest Columnist on me to think that Jimmy was feeling down. He certainly made Key West Casual look intriguing, even inviting over the last forty years or so. As I write this, I'm contemplating yet another below-zero January day and wondering what the weather will be in March and April when this article appears in the Prime Connections magazine. Days pass and weeks pass and, sure enough, another year has gone by and we've made another trip around the sun. I guess those external forces are just the passage of time.

Most of my readers know that 2023 was kind of a hard reset year for us. On July 6th, I had a total knee replacement. It was healing pretty much on schedule until I contracted West Nile Virus eight weeks later on the Labor Day weekend. After five days in the hospital, I spent the rest of the year shuffling from my bed to my recliner, with occasional stints on my exercise bike, hoping to put the run on this pesky virus. Much of my thinking time in the last six months has been in coming to terms with what is likely the “fourth quarter” of my efforts here on the planet. If I use my time well, I might even get a chance to go into overtime.

So, to keep my mind active during my convalescence, I read a lot of books. This House of Sky, by Ivan Doig was a pure truth to read. It was the chronicle of his trying childhood and early adulthood. These stories took place on sheep camps in the Big Belts and in drafty, too-small houses from Ringling to White Sulphur Springs. Doig grew up there in the 1930's and 40's in what was “next year country” as much as any you'll find in Montana. I recommend the book and the author. He talks like the people we grew up listen18

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ing to, from the top of the stairs, when our folks thought we were fast asleep in our beds.

Most of the other books I read dealt more with the concerns about, and reactions to, our current social climate.

No doubt, when things are in an uproar in Washington, there is no shortage of opinions about how to fix it. Richard Dryfuss (former award winning actor) wrote One Thought Scares Me... commiserating the belief that our education system has become lax over the last 50 years in teaching our children Civics and other Government classes. If done right, maybe our kids could understand better than their parents how a democratic republic can and should function. A Government “for all” is not just for one political party or another. It's FOR ALL. I'd say the writing style of Mr. Dryfuss is bombastic, but his observations are worthy of consideration.

The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens, was written by Richard Haass,who was a Washington insider through several administrations. He has a pedigree like a blonde, long-haired dog wafting it's way around the arena of the American Kennel Club finals. However, he makes some solid points: If we're going to make a big clamor about RIGHTS, we better consider what OBLIGATIONS accompany those rights.

Perhaps my favorite book among the others that I read was written by David Brooks entitled How to Know a Person.

I like this exhaustive study because it solidly supports my Homesteader Ethic: That is, our homesteading ancestors learned that they had to get along with their neighbors because those neighbors could be responsible for literally saving your life someday. In so many words, my Grandparents all taught us kids that lesson for life.

By the way, for my next Trip Around the Sun, I'm driving my school bus again. Sometimes a bus driver can show kids a brand new path to explore. I love it!

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MARCH 31ST/NOV. 3RD 7-Day Tour of Unforgettable Hawaii, November 3rd - 9th. ALOHA! $125 DISCOUNT WHEN RESERVED BY MARCH 31, 2024! $4075/ppd; add $1140 for single. $875 Deposit. Balance due August 5, 2024 Fee includes roundtrip air from Billings/ Honolulu!

MAY 27TH 3-Day Historic Deadwood Tour. Includes admission to Devil’s Tower National Monument, guided tour of Deadwood, Transportation, 2-Night Lodging, 3 Meals, Fun Slot Tournament, and more. $398/ ppd; add $97 for single.

JULY 23RD 13-Day Alaska Cruising Aboard the Noordam. Tour highlights a narrated cruise aboard the Riverboat Discovery to Old Chena Village and an Alaskan Salmonbake dinner, Train ride from Fairbanks to Denali National Park and much more.

Includes RT airfare from Billings. Starting at $6099/ppd; add $510 for port charges, govt. taxes & fees.

FOR INFORMATION

CONTACT LILY MOORE OFFICE (406) 256-1492 CELL (406) 860-9085

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AUGUST 4TH 9-Day National Parks of the Southwest.

Highlighting a panoramic tour of Salt Lake City, two nights in Moab, guided tour of Arches National Park, a scenic float trip along the Colorado River, visit Monument Valley with an included traditional Navajo lunch, and a whole lot more.

Starting at $4099/ppd., including RT airfare from Billings. Add $1449 for single.

SEPTEMBER 21ST 9-Day New England Rails and Sails. … $3799/ppd; add $1499 for single. Free airfare when booked by January 31, 2024!

Call for availability.

SEPTEMBER 27TH 11-Day Motor Coach Trip to Niagara Falls (Canadian side) & Toronto. Tour highlights guided tours of Niagara Falls and Toronto, enjoy the Hornblower Niagara Cruise, a gaming stop at Fallsview Casino, visit Casa Loma Castle and more. Travelers must have a valid passport. $1763/ppd; add $373 for single.

SEPTEMBER 27TH 8-Day America’s Music Cities. Call for details.

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Connections IN OUR MIDST

A SERIES OF ARTICLES ON PEOPLE, PLACES AND PERSEVERANCE IN YELLOWSTONE COUNTY

Driving With Dogs/ One More Candle

By Jackie Swiesz

secretly, we wish we could hang our head out the window, just for the pure joy of feeling the wind in our hair?

We’ve all seen them; most of us have been one of them – those people who insist on taking their dogs with them in the car and on outings of any kind. You see them everywhere: in town, on the highway, going to the grocery store – you name it, there is a doggy companion with their person in all kinds of scenarios: sitting in the front seat on the passenger side, popping a Great Dane head out of the sunroof, or a Yorkie on a motorcycle with his Master, sitting in front wearing goggles!

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Our fur-babies teach us to live in the moment and just enjoy the ride on our trips around the sun.

This year, Darby, my Wheaten Terrier, celebrated her birthday cake with 14 candles. That’s a lot in dog years – 98 to be exact. But she doesn’t seem phased by that at all. We still go for rides and visit our friends and family. She’s taught me so much about cherishing them and experiencing life to the fullest. Things like: When loved ones come home, always run to greet them.

Take naps.

Stretch before rising.

Run, romp, and play daily.

Thrive on attention and let people touch you.

Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.

Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.

Be loyal.

When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.

Due to her age and need for more TLC, Darby and I have regular visits with our veterinarian. Recently, we were sitting in the lobby waiting our turn, when a young boy (I guessed he was about six years old) and his dad walked out from the exam room with their dog, a chocolate Lab with a grey chin. Dad had tears in his eyes. They’d just found out that Gus wasn’t going to make it much longer.

The boy looked up at his dad and said, “People are born so that they can learn how to live a good life -- like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right?''

Startled, Dad simply nodded his head and gazed down at his son.

“Well,” the boy continued, “dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long.''

This little boy’s wisdom changed the way I think about my own aging process. Like Jimmy Buffet’s song lyrics, although I didn’t see it coming, I found myself wondering where the time went. Now, I celebrate every trip around the sun and happily collect my birthday souvenir – another candle! www.allianceyc.org // Adult Resource Alliance

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Happenings UNDER THE BIG SKY ALBERTA BAIR THEATER

AMY GRANT 03.02.24 - 7:30pm TICKETS: $76.00, $62.00 + non-refundable fees ANDERSON & ROE PIANO DUO 03.05.24 - 7:30pm TICKETS: $45.00, $35.00; $22.50 Student + non-refundable fees ARKINS, BIGLEY & COULTER: A CELTIC EVENING 03.07.24 - 7:00 PM LÚNASA & EILEEN IVERS 03.08.24 - 7:30pm TICKETS: $45.00, $35.00; $22.50 Student + non-refundable fees MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL 2: CRUISING THROUGH ‘THE CHANGE’ 03.17.24 - 4:00pm TICKETS: $78.00, $68.00 + non-refundable fees MANIA: THE ABBA TRIBUTE 03.27.24 - 7:30pm TICKETS: $61.50, $51.50, $36.50, $24.50 + non-refundable fees

BILLINGS SYMPHONY

BILLINGS SYMPHONY ‘CIRQUE’ – ALBERTA BAIR THEATER 03.23.24 - 10:30am - Dress Rehearsal ~ 03.23.24 - 7:30pm Performance (Concert Cues start at 6:40pm) TICKETS: $20.00-$69.00 + non-refundable fees BILLINGS SYMPHONY BASH 2024 – THE NORTHERN HOTEL APRIL 6, 2024 AT 5:00 PM Join us for a night of live music, dancing, fantastic food, silent and live auctions, and more at our annual BASH! The Billings Symphony reaches beyond the stage through our Explore Music! Programs. Visits to schools, senior homes, cultural organizations, MT Women’s Prison, hospitals, and surrounding rural areas are funded by the proceeds of these special events. Become part of our FUN-raiser evenings and help make an impact in our community.

BILLINGS SYMPHONY ‘TITAN’ 04.27.24 - 10:30am - Dress Rehearsal ~ 04.27.24 - 7:30pm Performance (Concert Cues start at 6:40pm) TICKETS: $20.00-$69.00 + non-refundable fees BILLINGS COMMUNITY BAND – SPRING 2024 04.28.24 - 3:00pm TICKETS: $8.00; $5.00 Student + non-refundable fees

360 ALLSTARS 04.02.24 - 7:30pm TICKETS: $45.00, $35.00; $35.00 Student + non-refundable fees

BILLINGS STUDIO THEATER

HOT CLUB OF COWTOWN AND TYLER HILTON: CELEBRATING ELVIS PRESLEY’S RECORDS FROM SUN STUDIOS 04.19.24 - 7:30pm TICKETS: $45.00, $35.00; $22.50 Student + non-refundable fees

THE LOST BOY - Drama March 29 – April 14, 2024

BILLINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY – COMMUNITY ROOM MEMORY CAFE

TUESDAYS, MARCH 5, AND APRIL 2, 2024 10:30am - 12:30pm Event Details: Adults experiencing memory loss and their caregivers are invited to visit the library to socialize and enjoy an activity together. This event is sponsored by Dementia Friendly Billings and Big Sky Senior Services.

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HONKY TONK LAUNDRY - Musical March 1 – 16, 2024

COLUMBIA CLUB 2216 Grand Avenue

COME DANCE WITH US – Sponsored by BSCI

2nd Wednesday of every month, except July & August 7:00-10:00 pm Cover Charge $5.00

DOWNTOWN BILLINGS

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE, STREET PARTY & CELTIC FAIR

Saturday, March 16, 2024 ~ 10:00 AM— 3:00 PM This annual FREE community event features a parade over 40 festival floats and the Celtic Fair & Street Party fill the streets below Skypoint with the scent of street food and the festive sound

of music, cloggers, bag-pipers. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with outdoor family-friendly activities, food trucks, a FREE outdoor concert on Broadway, and more.

out. Rain, snow or shine, we’ll be out there birding. We hope to see you there! Suggested donation $10/adults, $5/students, free for members. Register in advance.

METRAPARK

NOVA CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

HOME IMPROVEMENT SHOW – Expo Center – Montana Pavilion Date: Mar 01 - Mar 03, 2024 - The show is free to the public.

Friday- Noon to 8 p.m. - Saturday- 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. - Sunday- 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

JOURNEY W/ VERY SPECIAL GUEST TOTO - First Interstate Arena Date: Mar 13, 2024 - Doors at 6pm / Show at 7:30pm / Cost: Prices Vary MONTANA RV AND BOAT SHOW – Expo Center Date: Mar 14 - Mar 17, 2024 Thursday 12-7, Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-6, Sunday 10-4 RESCUED AND RECLAIMED – ANTIQUE VINTAGE MARKET - Expo Center Date: Mar 29 - Mar 30, 2024 Friday, 5pm to 8pm - Sneak-a-Peek Admission is $15 ~ Saturday, 10am to 4pm - General All Day Admission is $5 - Children 14 and under are free. There will be dealers from all over the state of Montana and Wyoming presenting for sale their finest Repurposed, Rusty, Shabby Chic, Primitive, Vintage & Antique Items.

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK MAR 8-17, 2024 AT VARIOUS DATES AND TIMES (SEE BELOW) The comedic story of newlyweds trying to make a home in a tiny New York apartment, while dealing with their wacky neighbors and meddling family. Directed by Jorden Gilfeather Friday, March 8th at 7:30pm ~ Saturday, March 9th at 7:30pm ~ Sunday, March 10th at 2:00pm ~ Friday, March 15th at 7:30pm ~ Saturday, March 16th at 7:30pm ~ Sunday, March 17th at 2:00pm ~ Tickets $21/Adult, $16/Senior & Military, $10/Student CINDERELLA APR 12-21, 2024 AT VARIOUS DATES AND TIMES (SEE BELOW) The operatic retelling of the fairy tale, creating a most unique story, matched with a sparkling magical score. A Rimrock Opera Foundation production. Directed by Jan Michael Kliewer Friday, April 12th at 7:30pm ~ Sunday, April 14th at 2:00pm ~ Friday, April 19th at 7:30pm ~ Saturday, April 20th at 7:30pm Sunday, April 21st at 2:00pm ~ Tickets $21/Adult, $16/Senior & Military, $10/Student

PBR - First Interstate Arena Date: Apr 12 - Apr 14, 2024 Friday - 7:45pm, Saturday - 6:45pm, Sunday - 1:45pm Tickets increase $5 day of show

MONTANA AUDUBON CENTER MONTHLY MORNING BIRD STROLL

SECOND SATURDAYS OF THE MONTH 2024 AT 8:30AM 10:00AM (MARCH 9, AND APRIL 13) Enjoy a morning stroll by the river and learn a few birds along the way.

Great for beginning birders! On this monthly birding adventure, we will cover some birding basics, learn some bird calls/songs for ID by ear and work on our description skills to visually ID the species that we see. Come with your own gear or borrow some from us; we have binoculars and guidebooks available to check

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“It’s Never too Late to Get Fit”

By Jon Stepanek

YMCA Fitness Instructor Berte Heath has two health and wellness principles.

It’s never too late to start and you’re never done.

Heath brings those ideals to every class she teaches at the Y and the Billings Community and Senior Center.

At the age of 78 she is leading over a dozen classes a week. And she loves every one of them.

“I became a certified instructor at 60 years old and it’s my passion”, said Heath. “Seniors have to feel like they’re doing something good for themselves, and they need to take care of each other.”

Most seniors are physically compromised in some way.

People in the Enhanced Fitness class suffer from dementia, Parkinson’s disease, and arthritis and joint pain.

Heath says during class, even for just an hour, they seem to forget about pain.

to their ability to do the exercises.

Enhanced Fitness is a free program offered 3 days a week with help from a grant from the United Way.

The end goal is to help seniors live an independent life for as long as possible.

Around 20 people go through a series of stretches and strength training, sprinkled with encouragement and humor.

The class gives their instructor high marks.

The group enjoys each other’s company. Along with exercise they talk about the weather and how they’re getting along. They complain about aches and pains, but share plenty of laughs. It gets them out and about with social interaction.

Robert says, “I really appreciate our instructor and her positive, motivating examples.”

Dorothy comments, “I didn’t realize I would be joining a family of compassionate people”.

Luciele said, “I can actually feel muscles I didn’t know I had!

Berte gives good instruction and motivation.”

Heath says she wants her class to know about muscle groups and how they work together. She focuses on basic moves of standing tall, squatting to pick something up, and sit to stand moves. She works on balance and core strength. Everyone works at their own pace and they adapt

For more information on the Enhanced Fitness class or other senior focused programs, contact the YMCA Health & Wellness Director at (406)-294-1624.

Berte’s reasons to stay active.

➤ PROMOTES OVERALL WELLNESS

➤ HELPS MAINTAIN INDEPENDENT LIVING

➤ ENCOURAGES SOCIAL INTERACTION

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RESOURCES

Office Coordinator - Jessie Resource Center Specialist- Holly, Breana, and Heidi For more information, please call 406-259-5212

HOME REPAIR PROGRAMS Yellowstone County has a couple of home repair programs for low-income households. If you are looking for a financially assisted home repair, please reference some of the options below. If you would like to review the Alliance Resource Center’s list of vetted home repair service providers, so you can independently hire a provider, please contact 406-259-5212.

ADULT RESOURCE ALLIANCE MINOR HOME REPAIR PROGRAM The Alliance’s Minor Home Repair program can help seniors (60+) with small repairs that are especially important for the safety of their home.

Each qualifying person is allotted a maximum of $250 per job. If you are interested in applying, please contact 406-294-1590 and request an application for the Minor Home Repair Program.

FEDERAL HOME REPAIR OPTIONS If you live outside of Billings city limits, you may qualify for the Single-Family Housing Repair Grants. This program provides grants to very low-income seniors (62+) to remove health

and safety hazards. To qualify you must be the homeowner and be occupying the home, be unable to obtain affordable credit elsewhere, and have an income that does not exceed the “very low” limit. Please contact the Billings Rural Development Service Center or reach out to the Resource Center to find out how to apply.

HOME WEATHERIZATION HRDC offers home weatherization energy conservation to low-income households. To qualify you must apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

If approved for LIHEAP, you are automatically added to their Weatherization list. For more information you can contact HRDC, or you can contact the Resource Center for further assistance. *Resource Lists – If you have a home repair/ handyman business and are interested in being vetted for the Resource Center list, please feel free to reach out at 406-259-5212.

ARE YOU NEARING 65 YEARS OLD AND HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MEDICARE? Join The Resource Center staff for our

NEW TO MEDICARE PRESENTATION

March 19th or April 16th at Noon Adult Resource Alliance 1505 Avenue D—Lewis & Clark Room

Bring your lunch or sign up for Alliance Meal Site lunch at 406.259.9666

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CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM Kylie, Caregiver Support Coordinator 406-259-5212

Aging Mastery Playbook Brought to you by the National Council on Aging Part 1 of a Part 4 Series: Overview

Live Well. Do Well. Age Well.

Aging Mastery aims to help millions of baby boomers and older adults take key steps to improve their wellbeing, add stability to their lives, and strengthen their ties to communities. Individuals create their own playbook for aging well via actionable goals, sustainable behaviors, social engagement, and gratitude.

What is Aging Mastery?

Aging Mastery is a comprehensive and fun approach to living that celebrates the gift of longevity. Central to the Aging Mastery philosophy is the belief that modest lifestyle changes can produce big results and that people can be empowered to cultivate health and longevity.

Why is Aging Mastery Important?

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this increased longevity. Aging Mastery guides individuals through this phase of life. The suite of products incorporates evidence-informed materials with inspiration and small nudges to give people the skills and tools they need to achieve measurable improvements in managing their health, remaining economically secure, and contributing actively in society. All materials and resources align with the goal of helping people enjoy self-sufficient lives.

CARETIME Caregiver Support Group PLEASE REMEMBER YOU MUST RSVP PRIOR TO ATTENDANCE (NO LATER THAN THE DAY BEFORE THE MEETING). WHEN YOU RSVP, PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH LOCATION YOU WILL BE ATTENDING. Contact Kylie at 406-259-5212.

Celebrate the gift of longevity!

As children, we are taught how to be successful adults. By contrast, no one teaches us how to age well. As a result, most are unprepared for this new stage in life. James Firman, EdD and Susan Stiles, PhD designed the Aging Mastery Playbook to be a springboard to help us focus on positive behaviors that will enable new realities of aging. By looking at what is within our control to change, we can take steps to better our lives and motivate us to help others. We will cover the six dimensions of Aging Well: Gratitude and Mindfulness; Health and Well-Being; Finances and Future Planning; Connections and Community; Learning and Creativity; and, Legacy and Purpose.

Virtual and call-in options available if you are unable to attend in-person.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13 • 1-2PM TOPIC:

“ADVANCED DIRECTIVES.” THE SPEAKER IS RIVERSTONE HEALTH HOME CARE AND HOSPICE

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 10 • 1-2PM TOPIC:

GENERAL SHARING SESSION

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SUPPORTERS

Thank you to each one of you who made a contribution during the months of December 2023 and January 2024!

You truly are making a positive difference in the lives of seniors in our community.

Hugh & Marlyn Adair AFWA Billings Chapter #100 Laura Alvin Bonnie Ambuehl Pat Amundsen Eirik & Bonnie Anderson Jessamin Anderson Mary Anderson Anonymous Donor Donald & Elizabeth Arendt Duane & Nancy Arneklev Sondra Arnold Jack & Vicki Auzqui Helen Bakker Timothy & Betty Ballou Nancy Barbula Jack Barnard Uri & Liz Barnea James & Linda Beal Marcia Beaumont Jay & Karen Bell Randy & Cheryl Bentley Terri Bentley Mike & Lauretta Bentz Barbara Berg Patricia Besel Wayne Biberdorf Brenda Binstock Tom & Janet Blankenship David & Linda Bofto Linda Boggio AJ & Valerie Bone Teresa Bottrell Diane & Mike Boyett Wallace & Gayla Bradberry Doug Braun Linda Brewer Jim Brown Don & Johanna Brutlag Randall & Patricia Burkholder Mary Ann & Bob Campbell John & Karren Cannon Penny Carlson Steve & Paula Carmony David & Julie Cattnach Mary Chapman Mark & Karen Chaput Bonnie Charbonneau Ross Clark

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Linda Clawson Dick & Joyce Clayton Susie Clendenin Bryan & Gwen Compton Milan & LuAnn Cook Diana Cox Brian & Kathleen Crawford Crowley Fleck Law Firm Rhoda Curtiss Carol Dale Katherine Damson Fay Danielsen Darnielle Insurance Agency Devon Davidson Peter & Alta Dean John & Teresa Delvo Evelyn Dempsey Dale & Nancy Detrick Michael & Janet Devous Dick & Sue DeVries Edie & Greg Dibble Doc Harper's Gary & Judy Doll Rebekah Donaldson Daniel Donovan & Ione Young Douglas & Patricia Dreeszen Karla Dribnenki Marlin & Sharon Dunlap Steve & Jan Edwards Elaine Egan Shirley Elliott Pamela & Robert Ellis Gail & Eunice Ellison Sharon Emery Rita Emond William Enright Sharon Erb Charlotte Erpenbach Greg & Willeen Erpenbach Laura Estes Jerry & Kathleen Evenson Debbie Farmer First Interstate BancSystem Foundation Teresa Fischer Jim Fletcher Phyllis Foss Lucille Frank Kenny Fredenburg

Doug Frette Linda Friman Five Star Storage Mary Lee Fuqua Mick & Lynette Gainan Betty Gancze George & Karen Gaudet John & Diane Hanson Gerharz Reg & Julie Gibbs Dennis Giesick Debra Goodheart Susan Greer Paula Griffin Robert & Shari Guiles Barry Gum Joel & Ann Guthals Bob & Maribeth Habeck Marian Habel Robert Hacken Bev & Daniel Hadley Gregg & Marcia Hafner Sandra Hagen Janie Hakert Beverly Hall Richard & Sally Hall Lawrence & Mary Anne Halvorson Lewis Hammermeister Beverly Hancock Sandra Haney June Hansen Jenny Hanson Gail Harmoning Carol Harr Bernie & Lynn Harrington Tony & Mary Hecimovic Marlene Hedin Heights Ace Hardware Daryl & Sandy Betise Heimbichner Leo Heyd Donna Hightower Charles Hingle/Susan Ogden David Hoiness Cliff & Faye Holm Jo Horton Steve Howe Dan Howery Don & Bev Huffman

Lee Ellen Hveem Donna Ingwaldson Henry Ivey & Terrell Coffey Jean Jackson Michael & Agnes Jelacie Michael & Lory Jennings Ed Jensen Barbara Jette Cecelia Jirges David P. & Dolores M. Johnson Joe & Doris Johnson Sam Johnson Kathy Jones Kellie Jones Joy Lutheran Church Valerie Kaae Kari Kaiser Ken Kallem Cynthia Karch Joe Karls Conn & Vicki Kelly Robert & Ardyce Kelly Jeff & Cynthia Kessler Rick & Brenda Ketterling Loretta Kilwein Tom & Moireen King Joyce Knodel Irene Knowlen Dorothy Knudtson Brenda Koch Gary & Janice Koch Janice Kramer Colleen Krause Janet Kuykendall Cheryl Lambrecht Elaine Larimer Joanne Larson Patt Leikam Michael & Carol Lepore Betty Lich Sharon Lincoln Edeen Linsky William & Christina Lohrenz Malcolm & Karen Long Robert Lough John & Susan Lyons Monte Malnaa George & Roberta Marsh Michael & Jan Maxwell

Laura McCann Brian & Beverly McHugh Richard & Raelene McLaughlin Mary McNally Betty Meek Norma Mekelburg Roberta Meyers Geneva Micheletti Evelyn Miller Pat Mitchell David & Marge Molin Gregg Morgan Walt & Debra Morris Richard & Cindy Morrison Delbert & Dina Moser Mark Munkirs Sherrie Murray Bruce & Susan Nelson Bonnie Nicholson Kathy Nordahl Phillip & Pamela Okrucky Brenda & Eugene Olheiser Bonnie Olson Judy Olson William & Alice O'Reilly Ortho Montana JoAnn Ostermiller Ronald & June Panian Christina Parker Jerry & Peggy Payton Judy Pease Diana Perkins Bob & Gladys Pierce Cheryle & Van Pittack Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 30 Barbara Pollari Michael & Lorri Pool Susan Potter Precious Seconds & Moms 2-B Arlene Priest Mark & Peggy Prine Marsha Putnam Janyth Rasmussen Charles & Audrey Reed Nina Reidle Polly Rex Ella Rider Jerome Ries Randy & Marsha Robertus

Jeffrey Rodeghiero Vaughn & Connie Rohrdanz Heather & George Rosenfeld Kathleen & Larry Rotert Annie Rowe Christine Rubich Marietta Rudio Terri Ryan Ed & Karen Sable Marilan Schaefer Roger & Sharon Schatzke Scheels All Sports, Inc Irvin & Sharon Scheidt Kenneth Schell Irmtraut Schessler Dennis & Dorothy Schock Lenard & Ellen Schoemer Ken & Patty Schutz Beverly Schwabe Addison Sessions Larry & Nina Sheneman Cindy Shrader Richard & Elizabeth Sieckman Mary Rose Simon Nancy Sinclair Norma & Donna Sitton BJ Sletta Annabelle Slough James Smith Peggy Smith Penny Solem Sandra Spomer Tony Stekar Karen Stevens Jerry & Sandy Stoltenberg Martin & Loretta Storfa Stephen & Sherry Studer Kevin Sullivan Marla Lou Sump David & LaVonne Swanson C.T. Thelen Mark & Karen Thomas Dorothy & Marvin Thompson Jon & Gail Thompson Roy Thompson Carol & Peter Timm Joanne Timm Dennis & Ann Tipton Ruth Vanderhorst

Laurel Walker Ken & Barbara Walter Larry & Lorraine Walter Sidne Walton Phyllis Weaver Amy Lea Weber Exel Wedul Amy Wells Bob & Peggy Wendorff Rita Wichman Shayne & Terri Wiggins Walter H. & Beatrice H. Willett Linda Wilson Peggy Jo Wilson Bette M Wolff Yellowstone Rim Runners Yellowstone Valley Mustang & Ford Club Elsa Zorn Helen Zottnick Honorariums in Honor Of Diane Boyett Stan & Becky Duffner Phil Ryan Dotti Green Jere Wamsley Laura Steinmetz

Sheila McClintock Harold & Marcia Rickman John & Carol Schaff

Rocky Wade Houchen Aubrey & Roxie Houchen Larry Jensen Beverly Schwabe Robert Komac

Jerry & Marjean Narum

Wilbur Layman Gregg Layman JoAnn Nelson Robert & Julie Debar Margaret Peterson Bob & Ione Bloom Bill & Janie Brown Jody & Bret Pierce Steve Regele Melvin & Arleen Nafts William Wilson Angeline Ettleman

Memorials in Memory of Bess Barrett Terry & Marj Smith Shirley Brownell Stephanie Nance Wayne Ettleman Angeline Ettleman Charles Gilje Ken Peterson Robert & Debbie Schillinger Donna Hanson Gary & Julie Brooks Barbara Crawford Lucine Farmer Dan & Karen Hammond Ron & Sharon Jacobson Dorothy Knudtson Delores Lemke Janice Liane

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MEAL SITE UPDATES ADULT RESOURCE ALLIANCE

1505 Avenue D • Reservations: 406-259-9666 • Mon thru Fri • 11-12:30 The month of March is filled with a lot of foot traffic with AARP tax preparation, St. Patrick’s Day, and Easter Dinners. Please look for our holiday ads for deadlines to sign up for special meals. It takes a lot of pre-planning to bring in and prepare the food. We will do the best we can to keep our lines of communication open and effective. If you think about it, the kitchen staff enjoys a nice “thank you” card occasionally, I’ve never seen such hard-working and dedicated group of workers.

April brings with it a longing to get out and about. Some ideas for you to consider are making a reservation with a friend for lunch. We serve from 11-12:30 Mon thru Fri. Reservations due the day before by Noon. Please specify if you want a hot meal or a salad. Our featured salad for March is BLT Chicken Salad and April’s is a Taco Salad.

Wrangler Week will start in our dining area on April 9 -12. The PBR “Unleash the Beast” Bull riding series is in town, and we want to participate from afar. We ask you to bring in any memorabilia, western wear, or items to be displayed. Perhaps you were a horseman yourself or had family who loved to ride the range. Dress Western is on Tues, April 9th and Cowboy Hat Day is on Thursday, April 11th.

—Mary Beth

HEIGHTS MEAL SITE

935 Lake Elmo Dr • Reservations: 406-606-1170 Monday thru Friday at 11:45 “If there’s one thing that I’ve learned from all this livin’ is that it wouldn’t change a thing if I let go.”

Don’t forget daylight savings time, March 10th. There are no site closures this month. Join us for three big parties! We’ll be “wearing o’ the Green” on the Ides of March for our St. Patick’s Day Bash on Friday, March 15th. For Easter Dinner on Friday, March 22, wear your best Easter Bonnet. March 29th will be our celebration of March birthdays. Please call (406) 606-1170 for lunch reservations at least 24 hours in advance. Except Easter…reservations need to be made by noon on March 15th. Don’t forget we have frozen meals for only $3.50 Where can you get a better meal for the price?

The Heights has several exciting activities before and after lunch. Check them out. There might be something you will enjoy.

Monday............ Fitness by Design 9:30-10:15 am & 10:30-11:15 am Mexican Train 10:30-1:30 (there’s a break for lunch) Tuesday............ Chair Strength 10:30-11:15 am Wednesday...... Fitness by Design 9:30—10:15 am & 10:30-11:15 am Thursday.......... Gentle Yoga 12:00-12:45 pm & 1:00-1:45 pm Bingo 12:45-2:00

—Marlene & Janlyn

MEAL SITE UPDATES BILLINGS COMMUNITY CENTER

360 N. 23rd • Reservations: 406-259-9666 • Monday thru Friday at 12:00 Spring is on the way!

There is nothing quite like springtime in Montana. It’s a great time to get out and enjoy the day. Adult Resource Alliance provides lunch at the center Monday -Friday at noon. The hot meals are excellent, and the other option is a refreshing salad. March is going to be a fun time to visit because we have three celebrations: Friday March 15th is St. Patrick’s Day lunch. Friday March 22nd is Easter lunch. Friday March 29th we celebrate March birthdays.

Please call by noon the day before to make a reservation. For the Easter lunch, your reservation needs to be made by noon on Friday March 15th. Hope to see you soon.

—Tina

HUNTLEY SENIOR CENTER

37 Minecha Avenue • Reservations: (406)698-6525 1st and 3rd Thursday at 12:00

Winter—We get a chance to enjoy the inside of our homes as the snow and cold bring much needed nutrients to our soil. Spring— Time to plant, enjoy the green grass and leaves. Summer— Enjoy the beautiful outdoors, watch our planting become flowers and vegetables. Fall—Time to harvest our vegetables and watch the leaves turn into beautiful colors.

Living in our beautiful state of Montana is truly experiencing life and a trip around the sun. There is nothing we can do to change the seasons, but there is no way I would want it any different.

Huntley Seniors meet the first and third Thursday of the month, please feel free to join us for lunch, enjoy some great conversations and make new friends. We do 50/50 on the first Thursday of the month and Bingo on the second Thursday of the month.

—Dona

LAUREL SENIOR CENTER

720 South 4th Street • Reservations: 406-628-7571 Monday thru Friday at 12:00

As another trip around the sun has begun, we have concluded the work on our building addition. Come on over and take a look. Enjoy someplace different and meet some new people.

As the song goes, “only time will tell if it was time well spent.”

We still have pinochle on Monday and Thursday and bingo every Friday. Don’t forget, we celebrate the month’s birthdays on the 4th Friday of the month with birthday cake and ice cream. We look forward to seeing you.

— Mary & Amy

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MEAL SITE UPDATES SHEPHERD MEAL SITE

5541 Haynes Road • Reservations: 406-696-1343 • Wednesday at 12:00 Well, as predicted, Ol’ Man Winter arrived with a vengeance! This ol’ trip round the sun has been enjoyed by many who put a sprig of laughter into their moments to combat the winter blues: throwing boiling water into the air, free snow shoveling classes, making frozen bubbles and even frozen Top Ramen. I think as Montanans, we’re ‘Licensed to Chill’.

I for one enjoy and appreciate the beauty of the world around me.

Other activities we enjoy are exercise classes Tues & Fri; men’s open forum coffee hour on Thurs; and Bingo following lunch on Wed. The Billings Library bookmobile visits the 2nd & 4th Wed of each month. Don’t forget monthly birthday parties on the 4th Wednesday with cake donated by Morning Star. Pineview Quilters are always working on a project and would welcome more quilters.

That said, we meet each Wednesday at the Shepherd Community Center for laughter, good food and camaraderie with our friends. We’d love to have you join us. RSVP for lunch with Dawn – 406-696-1343 by noon on Monday. For additional information about the Shepherd Seniors contact Maryann – (406)698-5811.

—Roberta

SOUTH PARK

901 S 30th St • Reservations: 406-256-6413 Monday and Friday at 11:45 Life is definitely a “trip around the sun.” It’s all about the moments that come and go. Cherish each moment and each person that spins in and out of our lives. Live life to the fullest!

Join us for two celebrations in March: March 15th we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and March birthdays. March 22nd we celebrate Easter. We play bingo on Mondays after lunch at 11:45 and cards on Fridays after lunch. You will need to call 24 hours in advance for a lunch reservation.

Easter reservations need to be made by noon on March 15th. (406)2566413 Looking forward to seeing all of you.

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MEAL SITE UPDATES WORDEN

VFW Hall • Main Street • Reservations: 406-880-6061 • Fridays at 12:00 Happy spring from your friends at Worden! Isn’t it great to see the first spring flowers poke through the snow? Warm and sunny days are ahead!

We at Worden are mourning the loss of one of our most faithful members, Debby Dvorak.

She had been a member of the board for several years and had great ideas for activities.

It was her idea to have a carnival, and she did it up big! Debby also had a passion for veterans, and always planned something special for Veterans Day. She shopped for our Bingo prizes, so we will remember her fondly whenever we get a Bingo and go to pick up a prize. Her absence will leave a big hole in our group.

May we never forget to let those special friends around us know how much they mean to us. We never know when they will be taken from us.

RiverStone Health Worden Clinic Lunch and Health will be presenting information on recommended screenings to prevent colorectal cancer during the noon hour on Friday, March 8, at the Worden Meal Site.

On April 12, clinic staff will host Spring BINGO at the Worden Meal Site. This will be a fun time with games and prizes for winners.

In addition, clinic staff will offer free blood pressure checks on the second Friday of every month during lunchtime.

—Janet

WEST END MEAL SITE

King of Glory Church • 4125 Grand Avenue Reservations: 406-259-9666 • Tuesday and Thursday at 12:00 Join us for lunch at the Adult Resource Alliance West End location. We serve lunch Tuesdays and Thursdays at noon at the King of Glory Church.

Tuesdays, before lunch, around 10:00, we gather to play pinochle. This group is just getting started and we would welcome some new players.

On Thursdays, before lunch, around 10:00, we play Farkle. If you’ve never tried it, it’s a crazy fun game. It’s also easy to learn, so don’t be shy. Coffee and snacks are also served during game time.

March 21st is our Easter celebration. On the menu will be baked honey ham, cheesy scalloped potatoes, cascade blend vegetables, a roll, lemony fruit salad, and mandarin orange cake. Please call (406)259-9666 for a reservation

by March 15th. Seating is limited.

Starting April 25th, we will be having quarterly birthday celebrations. If your birthday falls in February, March, or April, be sure to come for the birthday party. Even if your birthday doesn’t fall in February, March, or April, come for the party. It’s going to be a blast!

Please remember to call (406)259-9666, by noon, for a lunch reservation the day before you want to dine with us. Also, if you have a reservation and need to cancel, please call and cancel your reservation as soon as possible. It’s important to have an accurate meal count to help keep our costs down. Where else can a person over 60 get a meal for $5.00?

—Sue

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MEAL SITE MENUS SHEPHERD MENU

MARCH

03/06 Turkey and gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, dinner roll, raspberry jell-o with topping 03/13 Beef nachos (taco seasoned beef, corn tortilla chips, nacho cheese sauce, diced tomatoes, black olives, salsa, sour cream) Mexican corn, fresh fruit 03/20 Corn beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, dinner roll, green jell-o salad 03/27 Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, white gravy, roasted brussel sprouts, jellied cranberries, birthday cake*

APRIL

04/03 Cracked out chicken tater tot casserole, green beans, garden salad, applesauce 04/10 Sub sandwiches with lettuce and tomato slices, Jo Jo’s, fruit cups, pumpkin bars 04/17 Pork roast, mashed potatoes, brown gravy, scalloped corn, fruit, dinner roll 04/24 Cheeseburger deluxe with lettuce, tomato, and onion, potato chips, orange slices, birthday cake*

HUNTLEY MENU

MARCH

03/07 Hot turkey sandwich, mashed potato with gravy, sliced carrots, cranberries, birthday cake* 03/21 Orange chicken, rice pilaf, Asian blend vegetable, grapes, Rice Krispie Bar

APRIL

04/04 Swiss steak, loaded mashed potatoes, broccoli, fresh fruit, dinner roll, birthday cake*

04/18 Lemon peppered chicken, baked potato with sour cream, sunshine carrots, rosy pears, pudding

WORDEN MENU

MARCH

03/01 Broccoli cheese soup, cracker, apple slices, birthday cake and ice cream* 03/08 Sub sandwiches, 3 bean salad, chips, fruit, dessert* 03/15 Vegetarian lasagna, tossed salad, garlic bread, fruit, dessert 03/22 Tuna patties, oven roasted potatoes, steamed broccoli, mandarin oranges, butterscotch bar 03/29 Ham, scalloped potatoes, tossed salad, fresh fruit, roll, dessert*

APRIL

04/05 Swiss steak, baked potato, peas, mixed berries, birthday cake and ice cream* 04/12 Chicken a la king, biscuits, cooked carrots, pineapple with coconut, pudding 04/19 Beef tips, noodles, mixed veggies, fruit, dessert* 04/26 Spaghetti, tossed salad, peaches, cinnamon roll

CUSTER MENU

MARCH

03/04 Chicken strips, macaroni and cheese, peas, ambrosia salad 03/07 Beef tips over noodles, beets, peaches, jell-O cake 03/11 Vegetable stew, roll, 3 bean salad, fruit crisp 03/14 Bacon, potato, egg hash with biscuits and gravy, fruit 03/18 Chili, cheesy breadsticks, celery

BUS SCHEDULE

CUSTER BUS TO BILLINGS 2nd and 4th Tuesday of Every Month

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and carrots with ranch dressing, apples 03/21 Three cheese quiche, sausage links, potatoes O’Brien, pears, dessert 03/25 S oup and grilled sandwich, broccoli, cinnamon apples, brownies 03/28 Easter Dinner - Ham, cheesy potatoes, Brussel sprouts, grape salad, roll, crème de mint cake

APRIL 04/01 Goulash, garlic bread, mixed vegetables, Caesar salad, jell-O with whipped topping 04/04 Chicken tortilla soup, roll, spinach salad, banana, lemon bar 04/08 Bar-b-que pulled pork sandwiches, French fries, coleslaw, apple slices, pudding 04/11 Oven baked chicken, seasoned joe-joes, corn salad, cottage cheese 04/15 Steak and eggs, scalloped potatoes, green beans, cinnamon roll 04/18 Beef burrito, refried beans, Spanish rice, tomato wedges 04/22 Pork roast, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn casserole, garden salad, apricots 04/25 Lemon pepper cod, lemon wedge, baked potato with sour cream, crinkle cut carrots, yellow cake with chocolate fudge frosting 04/29 Cracked out chicken tater tot casserole, garden salad, applesauce, scotch-a-roo bar *MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE

LAUREL TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM

Within Laurel: Mon-Fri• 10am-4pm Laurel to Billings: 1st & 3rd Tues Afternoons EVERYONE WELCOME!

Call 406-628-4796 for Reservation

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