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Fourth of July Lee County Council on Aging and Whiteside County Senior Center will be closed on Wednesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. Lifescape meals will not be served at LCCOA. Lee-Ogle Transportation System and Whiteside County Public Transportation will be closed.

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Executive Director

By Susan Lawler What happened to June? It just flew by. There was so much happening at Lee County Council on Aging.

On June 2, we had a wonderful cookout at Oliver’s Corner Market. It truly was a fun day and a great fundraiser for LCCOA. Thank you all for working hard to make it such a success. Our Board of Directors, spouses, friends, staff and county workers all came out with their aprons on and grill utensils in hand to support LCCOA. A thank you goes out to all our great friends from the community that bought the delicious grilled pork chops, hamburgers and hot dogs. Thank you again; without our community involvement, LCCOA could not continue to provide all our programs and services.

Our Euchre players had an exciting day June 3. As usual, the tour-

nament was well attended and even had a few on lookers to cheer the players. If you haven’t played Euchre in a while, come on down to LCCOA. If Euchre isn’t your cup of tea, the duplicate bridge players are always looking for more players.

Bingo days at the Center were June 8 and 22. There is always room for one more Bingo player, so come play Bingo with us. We even give away prizes.

Our community cookout was June 13 and more than 40 people attended. If you missed this year, mark your calendar for next year. We would love to have you spend the afternoon eating and sharing your life with us.

On June 15, we had a bus trip to

From the WCSC Executive Director

By Tori McDaniel The Value of Aging in Place – I recently came across an article from the University of Southern California that I found interesting and I would like to share with you.

“While some older adults may be more comfortable with the level of assistance offered by senior living, the vast majority of the aging population prefers to continue living in their homes for as long as possible.

According to the AARP, nearly 90 percent of adults over 65 want to remain in their current homes as they grow older.

Discover the value of aging in place and learn why so many older adults plan to remain in their communities as they age.

Preserving independence For many people, maintaining a sense of independence is essential, as it enables older adults to

improve quality of life.

Aging in place allows older adults to retain a high level of control over their lives, as they can continue to live in familiar spaces. Those who are accustomed to satisfying basic needs, such as purchasing food, toiletries, and clothing in their own neighborhoods, often find comfort in being able to manage these necessities independently. They may feel confident that they can continue to live their lives without frequent assistance, which may improve quality of life.

In contrast, older adults who consider living with family members or in senior living communities may need to ask for help or for transportation to manage these daily necessities. A desire to avoid

“Staying Alive” and it was truly hopping. The bus was filled with drinks, food and laughter. On the way back, people were singing songs and some could even hit the notes.

If you missed this trip, you missed a great day – one that many will never forget. LCCOA has two bus trips coming up. First, the U.S. Mail Boat Tour on Lake Geneva on Aug. 29, and secondly, the 4-hour Fall Foliage Cruise on Oct. 12. Both trips fill up fast, so get your tickets now.

Trivia Tuesday was June 19, and it was a great turnout for trivia lovers.

Open Mic returned June 22. It appears each time we get more and more people attending. It is open to all, so just come on in and sing and dance to your hearts content.

Last but not least was our wonderful golf outing at Lost Nation Golf Course. LCCOA would like to thank our very own Jennifer Lang, Julie McGrail and the wonderful group of people from Good Fellows for all their hard work to make the outing a great success.

So you can see where the month came in with a sizzle and went out with a shot. You better stay tuned

to July and August as we have a lot more in store for you.

Before I sign off for this month, LCCOA would like to thank Matt Hey for donating his time and equipment to trim our tree. I do want to tell you there isn’t enough money to pay me to get into that harness and climb that tree with that saw and cut those branches. God bless him for doing it and to top it off he didn’t even charge us. Thank you Matt and Hey Tree Service for your donation.

A thank you goes out to Viola Township, Gehant Bank and Preston-Schilling Funeral Home for their donation to our wall fund.

Without the continue support from our friends, townships, banks and businesses, we could not maintain our building and continue to provide programs and activities to all our seniors, disabled and to the community.

Please continue to support LCCOA. Every contribution is a dollar closer to reaching our goal of $50,000.

Until next time, “Lee County Council on Aging: A place where you belong, a place to call home.”

– Susan

losing this aspect of independence may explain why so many older adults prefer to age in place.

Some older adults also find a high level of value in remaining close to their possessions. Those who have spent decades acquiring objects with high financial or sentimental value may not look forward to the prospect of parting with or even rearranging the objects to which they have grown attached. Aging in place often gives older adults the ability to continue enjoying what they value on their own terms, which may enhance independence and happiness.

Maintaining community connections For many older adults, aging in place allows them to continue to live their lives as they have for decades. As The New York Times explains, many older adults have a strong desire to maintain connections to their communities and their friends, with whom they may lose contact if they were to relocate.

Remaining in their communities enables older adults to make social interactions part of their daily lives.

Since having an active social life can

help older adults prevent dementia, maintaining community connections and important friendships can contribute to better health and higher quality of life.

Senior living facilities may also offer numerous opportunities for forging bonds and building social connections. However, relocating requires older adults to create new friendships and may separate them from longtime communities.”

The article continues for a bit but the above stuck out to me. It notes that social interaction contributes to better health and higher quality of life. When talking with many of you, you always make mention about how you enjoy the center because of your friends. Social interaction and friendships are so very important, and it appears to have health benefits as well! If you have found that you are one that would like to “age in place” and haven’t come to enjoy the center, I would encourage you to do so! Isolation is something none of us want and it is detrimental to our health. I would encourage you to join in our activities and make new friends!

– Tori

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Golden Echo does not discriminate in admission to programs or treatment or employment in programs or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act; the U.S. Civil Rights Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act; the Age Discrimination Act; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act; and the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions. If you feel you have been discriminated against, you have a right to file a complaint with the Illinois Department of Aging. For information, call 800-252-8966 (Voice & TDD), or contact the director of Lee County Council on Aging, 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021 or telephone 815-288-9236; or Whiteside County Senior Center, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081 or 815-622-9230.

The senior centers do not require duration of residency or citizenship as a condition of participation in any services or programs funded by the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging. Residency or citizenship may be a requirement for other programs that the senior centers may provide assistance with in application or accessing of same. Services are made available, in part, with funds provided under Title III-B of the Older American Act, and the Illinois General Revenue Funds, through the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging. We are a United Way-funded agency.

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Volunteers – gotta love them!

BY CATHY REGLIN Lee County Council on Aging

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As I sit here at my desk, a young lady (who is 10 years old) came into my office to look around. I have moved from the west side office to the east side where the pool tables and conference room used to be.

She comes in with her grandmother, Cheryl Smith, many times. Cheryl is an active member of the LCCOA, being on our Board of Directors, coming in for Zumba and dance classes.

Rheagan “hangs out” while her grandma does Zumba.

She’s pretty handy to have around when she offers to help. She loved my new room and all the neat things on display, like table settings, chair covers which we now have available to rent, pictures of previous events and some decorations.

After opening the wooden butterfly to see what candy she could get, (she has opened it many times so she could do it with her eyes closed), she asked if I needed any help with anything. Of course!

She folded some napkins (very well and quickly I might add), then went to another office to offer help while she “took a break” from the napkin-folding.

She’s a lucky girl getting to be with her grandma, and we are lucky to have her personality and assistance here!

I told her to be sure to attend our Volunteer Appreciation event where we invite her and all other volunteers to attend. We get them in all shapes and sizes and ages, and love it.

If you need a beautiful place to have an event, look us up on Facebook. Go to posthouseballroom.com for information about the building, prices and to see our event calendar. Visit posthouseballroom.shutterfly.com for pictures of events held here. Then, you can email me at posthouseballroom@gmail.com or call me at 815-288-0892, and we’ll talk. All proceeds from the Ballroom go to Lee County Council on Aging for senior services in Lee County.

Cheryl Smith’s granddaughter Rheagan helps fold some napkins.

July events 1 – Sarah Dodson and Mathew Wolf remove decorations 6 – Isabelle Shiaras and Jeff Kimpel decorate 7 – Isabelle Shiaras and Jeff Kimpel wedding reception 11 – Lee County Networking Group meeting, 11:30 a.m.

LCCOA phone numbers Office Hours – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday

Transportation 815-288-2117 888-239-9228 Post House Ballroom 815-288-0892

General Offices Outreach and free phones for hearing/sight impaired 815-288-9236 Toll-free 855-407-9236

LCCOA can also be reached via e-mail at lccoa@comcast.net Or via the Internet at lccoa.com or posthouseballroom.com Check us out on Facebook – Post House Community Center/ Lee County Council on Aging

12 – Dixon Key Club blood drive 14 – Genna Flietstra and Michael Palmer wedding reception 15 – Genna Flietstra and Michael Palmer 21 – Mindy Davis and Joshua Potter wedding reception

25 – DCCMS Lunch & Learn (note change in date) 28 – Jazmin Lopez Moore and Luke Moore wedding reception 29 – Arturo and Maria Chacon 50th wedding anniversary

WCSC phone numbers Office Hours – 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Friday Transportation 815-625-7433 Information 815-622-9230 Address 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling

Outreach and free phones for hearing/sight impaired 815-622-9230 Toll-free 888-622-9230

Email at info@wc-seniorcenter.org Go to wc-seniorcenter.org or follow us on Facebook.

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MEDICARE Q&A

What is an Explanation of Benefits?

Dear Marci, I have a Medicare Advantage Plan. I just received a document listing costs for all the health care services I received last month.

There are several different columns that show different amounts of money – do I have to pay for everything on here?

– Paul (Mobile, Alabama) Dear Paul, It sounds like the document you are looking at is your Explanation of Benefits (EOB). An EOB is the notice that your Medicare Advantage Plan or Part D prescription drug plan typically sends you after you receive medical services or items. EOBs are usually mailed once per month, and some plans give you the option of accessing your EOB online.

You only receive an EOB if you have a Medicare Advantage Plan or a Part D prescription drug plan.

An EOB is not the same as a Medicare Summary Notice, which you get if you have Original Medicare.

It is important to know that an EOB is not a bill. Your EOB is a summary of the services and items

you have received and how much you may owe for them. It tells you how much your provider billed your plan, the approved amount that your plan will pay, and how much you have to pay to the provider. While all EOBs provide the same information, the layout and other specifics may vary by plan.

The amount that you are responsible for paying should be included in the “Your Share” column of the EOB. Remember that the EOB is not a bill. If you still owe anything, you should receive a bill directly from your doctor or other provider who performed the service. There are several reasons that you might be responsible for a bill: You have not yet reached your deductible, the amount that you must pay for health care expenses out of pocket before your health insurance plan begins to pay. Once you reach your deductible, your plan will begin paying for part or all of the covered services.

You owe a copayment, or copay, which is a set amount that you pay each time you receive a service.

You may have already paid this when you were leaving the doc-

tor’s office.

You are responsible for a coinsurance, which is a percentage of the cost of an item or service you received.

Your plan is denying your coverage. If you are denied coverage for a service that you believe should have been covered, you should appeal this decision.

The final page of your EOB should include instructions for appealing this decision. For more assistance with appealing, you can contact your SHIP. If you don’t know how to contact your SHIP, you can call 877-839-2675 or visit www.shiptacenter.org.

If you have any questions about your EOB, you should call your Medicare Advantage Plan using the phone number on the back of your insurance card. You should review your EOB to make sure it is accurate, and that you actually received the services and items on the dates of service listed. If there is any incorrect information (like, for example, if your EOB lists a service that you did not receive), you should call the listed provider to check if their office made a billing

Hello from The Emporium Thrift Center Some stores/merchants advertise a certain day as a “super” so-andso day! FYI, at the Emporium Thrift Center, every day is a very super day. We have sales daily!

We are one of the small local stores.

Local being the key word here. We accept local donations daily. We keep it local by returning the profits to a local organization, namely Whiteside County Senior Center (WCSC). WCSC provides much needed services to local residents.

Our community is filled with local people doing their daily jobs.

Whatever the jobs are, big or small, they were started locally. Keeping it local builds a stronger community.

The other component to the community is the people that volunteer many hours to local organizations and businesses.

Thanks go out to all of those that help fill the hours needed in many companies and organizations.

The Emporium Thrift Center is

Lee County Council on Aging Board Executive Committee and Officers Jeff Kuhn, Chair Joe Rudolphi, Treasurer Nina Mardauss Cindy Gabany LaDonna Groshans

Nancy Varga, Vice Chair Teresa Brunick. Secretary

Bonnie O’Connell Cheryl Smith Dave Johnson Diane Blaine

Roberta Lemoine Kristin Carlson Terry Stephenitch

open 35 hours per week. All 35 hours is supported totally by volunteers. Tell them “thank you.” We thank you for continuing to support us with local donations. Stop and shop locally at: The Emporium Thrift Center 115 W. Third St., Sterling 815-535-0368 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday (Closed Wednesday)

error. If you suspect that a provider is intentionally billing your Medicare Advantage Plan for services they did not deliver, that someone is using your Medicare number or card, or that some other form of fraud is occurring, you should contact your local Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP). Your SMP will be able to help you identify fraud and, if necessary, report it to the proper authorities. To contact your SMP, call 877-808-2468 or visit www. smpresource.org.

After you have reviewed your EOB, you should keep it somewhere safe. You may need it in the future to prove that payment was made if a provider’s billing department makes a mistake or if you claimed a medical deduction on your taxes. If you lose your EOB or need a duplicate copy, you should contact your Medicare Advantage Plan.

– Marci Marci’s Medicare Answers is a service of the Medicare Rights Center, the nation’s largest independent source of information and assistance for people with Medicare.

Recycle cell phones, iPods, and iPads The Whiteside County Senior Center and the Lee County Council on Aging are collecting used cellphones, iPods, and iPads to be recycled. If anyone has any of these items lying around and wants to dispose of them, drop them off at the WCSC, 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, or the LCCOA, 100 W. Second St., Dixon. Thank you for your donation!

Whiteside County Senior Center Board Members and Officers Lori Cortez, President Joe Bright, Treasurer Janice Bell Robbin Blackert

Michele Miller, Vice President Karla Burn, Secretary

Emily Taylor Cindy Wadsworth

John Espinoza Al Campbell

Thank you to WCSC volunteers

Thank you to LCCOA volunteers

• Dixon Food Pantry • United Way of Lee County • Leydig Center • Lee County Health Department • Dixon Rehabilitation & Healthcare • Kortny Marsh • Kaitlynn Pfeiffer • Lauren Dallas • Katie Schultze • Lee Center Township • PLN Mutual Insurance Company • Mike & Teresa Brunick

Thank you to all our volunteers who donated their time, energy and services and those who gave monetary and non-monetary donations. We also thank everyone who gave anonymous donations.

• Arlan McClain • LaDonna Groshans • Kristin Carlson • Jeanne Kuhn • Diane Blain • Nina Mardauss • Cheryl Smith • Terry & Deb Stephenitch • Kalob Steck • David Binkley • Lauren Dallas • Community State Bank • Glen Hughes • Culvers in Dixon • Kayla Halfacre

WCSC welcomes members We would like to thank the people who recently paid their WCSC Membership dues: Carole Avery Raymond Baran Urban Becker Rose Bell Shirley Benton Jennifer Boehm

Joseph Contreras Ruth Contreras Juli Dale/Gowers Betty Freas Kay Govig Leslie Govig Lenore Hartman Glenn Hendryx Edward Kelley Caryl Lappin

Carol Palmer Velma Quinn Joyce Roberts Ronald Roberts Todd Roberts Darla Schryver Maria Spangler Alice Stewart Ken Strock Nancy Strock

LCCOA welcomes members Georgiana Bollman Rodney Bollman Betty Marrandino

Vincent Marrandino Ernie Valladares Jo Wright

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The entire staff followed through in every way possible with respect to my beliefs, that they would take care of me and would do so in a manner that demonstrated they cared about me as a person. You have much to be grateful for in the staff you have. I extend my deepest gratitude to all staff at Regency Care for the part they had in my healing.

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• Sauk Valley Food Bank • Kroger • County Market • Citadel of Sterling • Rock Falls Rehab • CGH Home Nursing • Gaffey Home Nursing • Sauk Valley Senior Living and Rehab • United Way • Prophet Manor, Prophetstown • Erie Pubic Library • Odell Public Library, Morrison • Robert Fulton Community Center, • Walmart Distribution • Regency Care of Sterling • Beacon of Hope Hospice • Resthave of Morrison • Phyllis Lutyens • Estamae Williams • Mary Vos • Pat Whittenburger • Shirley Schwarz • Mary Nasluchacz • Melissa Donna • Betty Veracini • Leora Givins • Carol Voss • Glenda MacLennan • Joe Fernero • Terry MacLennan • Ken Hughes • Juanita Craig

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Thank you to all our volunteers who donated their time, energy and services and those who gave monetary and non-monetary donations.We also thank everyone who gave anonymous donations.

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LEFT: LCCOA’s annual Community Picnic was a success. Many thanks to Community State Bank for sponsoring the cookout and Culver’s for the delicious custard.

RIGHT: Caseworker Samantha Harazin and maintenance man Marty Hammonds cooked the hamburgers and hot dogs on our new grill donated by Crest Foods, Heritage Square, Max and Patty Ballard.

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Have trouble hearing on the cell phone?

Illinois Telecommunications Access Corporation (ITAC) has added a program to help those with cellular service that are having trouble hearing on the phone.

The program still provides free amplified telephones and captioning telephones to Illinois residents that are hard of hearing.

Applicants must be certified as hard of hearing by a doctor, nurse practitioner, or audiologist; live in Illinois; and have a service that remits to the program.

Lee County Council on Aging (LCCOA) and White-

side County Senior Center (WCSC) are selection centers for ITAC. Walk-ins are welcomed from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday at the WCSC. Potential applicants can call the WCSC 815-622-9230, ext. 194, or LCCOA 815-2889236 in advanced to set up an appointment to see about qualifying for this wonderful program.

Cellphones must be Bluetooth capable. Applicants who wish to apply for this program should bring in the cellphone.

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with all the pages for landline service or cellular service (prepaid cell users that don’t receive a phone bill must bring the cellphone) and proof of address (driver’s license, state ID, or a bill with the applicant’s name and address on it).

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Pat VanCoillie (middle) presents a check from the organization The Roundtoits to Tori McDaniel, executive director of Whiteside County Senior Center, for our commodities program. On the right is Beth Sterk, assistant director of WCSC. We are most thankful for this donation.

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We had 82 people this day for lunch. Some had already left by the time this picture was taken. It was a great lunch. It was oven-fried chicken, potato, vegetable, salad and dessert. Come join us for lunch, have a home-cooked meal and meet our new cook. It is only $5. ™

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GOLDEN ECHO | Sauk Valley Media • July 2018 Gage sat next to Willie on the couch in May 2011, and they are both still coming to the Post House Community Center in 2018. As we say, all ages – anybody and everybody!

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Outreach at LCCOA Discussing Gap, Caregiver Gap and Respite We are often asked what specifically these programs are, what they do, how they help and how to qualify. As you read further, I will explain the answers to you in addition to explaining some facts about the coverage we have provided the last several months.

First, I need to make you aware that these programs are funded through the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging (NIAAA) and funding is extremely limited and based upon the total number of people we service in our county.

That said, it is also County specific, we can only assist Lee County residents. Funding we are granted is distributed twice a year when, and if, it becomes available to NIAAA. Gap funding is age specific, you must be a minimum of 60 years of age to begin the application process. So what is Gap? Gap service refers to the gap in funding an

individual may be in need of. We go over your situation and assess the need, thus situations are handled on a case by case basis. There is no specifically set income or asset guideline, though you may be asked to produce proof of these things in our determination. As such each qualification process is a little different. We do not pay for past due bills and any assistance you may receive is paid directly to that source.

Caregiver Gap is a very similar process. Caregivers in this instance are a non-paid individual who is usually family or close friend, they are of any age but are caring for someone aged 60 or older. The service is to help the caregiver with services for the care recipient.

Respite is just that, a short period of rest, this is provided for the caregiver. This may be for a few days in a facility while you, the caregiver, has to leave town or a homemaker in the home for a few hours a week (maximum 52 hours total) to

provide a little break for you. Our services for respite cannot exceed $1,000 in care no matter which option is being chosen.

What we have done so far…

So now you may be asking yourself how much have we really helped? The answer to that is, not enough, but we have spent our Lee County allotment and an additional amount that opened up to all counties at the end of our Gap fiscal year.

I like numbers, so here you go: We have assisted clients with a total of $5,665.84 since March and that is just in our Gap/Caregiver Gap services. We have aided clients in things such as groceries, a power lift chair, pest control, housing costs, vehicle insurance, hearing aids, and property taxes. We have also had an additional $2,851 submitted for Respite care.

We wanted to make sure you are aware of these services, we want to

Outreach at WCSC Getting help in Whiteside County The Whiteside County Senior Center (WCSC) Aging and Disabled resource staff help with a variety of programs for older adults and persons with disabilities. Our walk-in day is on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For Medicare counseling or more detailed assistance, please call us at 815-622-9230, ext. 194, in advance to set up an appointment. For our clients in Erie, Fulton, Morrison and Prophetstown, we will meet with you by appointment on our site days – just call us in advance. We do appreciate a 24-hour notice if you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment.

Hours for the ADRC Department Our hours are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. On Mondays, we take walk-ins from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the License Plate Discount Application, ITAC, and the Senior Tax Assessment Freeze and/or Senior Homestead Exemption. Please note, if the

WCSC is closed on a walk-in Monday due to a holiday, we will observe the walk-in day on the Tuesday following the holiday.

Tuesday through Friday are by appointment only for Medicare counseling or for other more detailed appointments. If you would like an appointment, please call our department at 815-622-9230, ext. 194. Business hours for the rest of the center remain from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday through Friday.

New site location in Fulton For our clients who meet us in Fulton, we have a new meeting location! We are grateful to be able to start meeting our clients at the Epic Center, 514 13th Ave., Fulton. If you are interested in having an appointment in Fulton, please call our ADRC Department in advance to set up a time to meet.

Benefits Access Application Do you need to complete your License Plate Discount/Ride Free Transit Card application?

We can help with this application on walk-in Mondays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Once you are approved for the application, your eligibility is good for 2 years. Please bring in proof of your 2017 yearly income (income taxes, 1099 forms, W-2’s, etc.), driver’s license or state ID, Social Security card (for yourself and your spouse if you are married), and proof of disability, if applicable.

‘Medicare Choices’ class Does Medicare have you in a pickle? Come join us for our ‘Medicare Choices’ class! The next class will be held 12:30 p.m. Friday, July 27, in the Big Room. We welcome those that are becoming new to Medicare and those who want to learn their options available with Medicare. We also welcome spouses, caregivers, and professionals who want help in understanding Medicare. Please call the WCSC at 888-622-9230, ext. 194, in advance to sign up if you are interested in attending, or sign up with our reception desk. There is no fee to attend this class.

help those in need. The more Lee County residents we service for any of our programs, the more we report to the government agencies that provide funding to keep services, programs, and centers like ours alive. We are here for you, let us help with any of our programs, Medicare counseling and activities.

In closing, I want you to know we still have Respite funding available! Call us to see how we may be able to help you! If we do not use the money that the government allots for us then we lose the money, there are enough people in Lee County to help that we should never lose any money.

We strive to help you bridge the gap between “just surviving” and actually living! Let our Outreach department help touch the lives of you and or your loved ones.

Thank you all and have a wonderful month!

– Samantha Harazin, Outreach Caseworker

Want to beat the heat?

Stop in and enjoy the cool air and fun activities. The Post House Community Center is a cooling center in the summer and warming center in the winter. We always have fresh coffee and smiling faces.

While you’re here, browse our large selection of greeting cards and used books. Or play a game of Wii bowling, billiards or how about join in the dance exercise or line dancing class?

We also have our computer lab open and ready for you to use.

Lots of fun, active and entertaining events happen here at the center and we want you to join the fun.

Find us on Facebook or visit us at lccoa.com.

This is your center, come and enjoy it!

Donations always needed Lee County Council on Aging is a nonprofit and looks to our friends in the community for help. We are always in the need for bingo prizes for men and women, paper towels, forever postage stamps, Lysol wipes and spray, and decaffeinated coffee.

New Dominoes group

Do you like to play Dominoes? We at Lee County Council on Aging are starting a Dominoes group and want you to join us. This group is going to meet at 1 p.m. Friday, July 20, and will continue to play each Friday at 1 p.m.

Activities and Meetings

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Lee County Council on Aging Mondays Fridays Thursdays Wednesdays Tuesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Open pool 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Open pool 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Open pool 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Open pool 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Open pool table, open cards table, open cards table, open cards table, open cards table, open cards 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: Computer lab 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: Computer lab 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: Computer lab 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: Computer lab 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.: Computer lab 9 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: LifeScape Lunch 9 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: LifeScape Lunch 9 a.m.: Golden Kiwanis 10 a.m.: Dance exercise class 10 a.m.: Dance exercise class served (reservations) served (Reservations) 10-11 a.m.: Line dancing 11:30 a.m.: LifeScape Lunch 12:30 p.m.: Duplicate Bridge 11:30 a.m.: LifeScape Lunch 1 p.m.: Pinochle 11:30 a.m.: LifeScape Lunch served (reservations) served (reservations) served (reservations) 1 p.m.: Crocheting and crafting 1 p.m.: Pinochle 1 p.m.: Euchre Tournament

Mondays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Playing pool, cards, socializing, computer lab 10 a.m.: Kings on Corner cards 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch 12:30 p.m.: Pinochle 12:30 p.m.: Crochet/Knitting Club 12:30 p.m.: Friendly Mexican Train Dominoes, $5 to play, prizes and bring a snack

Tuesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Playing pool, cards, socializing, computer lab 10 a.m.: Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m.-noon: Commodities, must meet income guidelines 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch 12:30 p.m.: Euchre, $3 to play, bring a snack.

12:30 p.m.: Scrabble

Wednesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Playing pool, cards, socializing, computer lab 10 a.m.: Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m.: Canasta 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch 12:30 p.m.: Pinochle 1 p.m.: Bingo

Thursdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Playing pool, cards, socializing, computer lab 10 a.m.: Kings on Corner cards 10:30 a.m.: Stretch and Move Exercise Class with Angel from CGH 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch 12:30 p.m.: Hand and Foot card game

Fridays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: Playing pool, cards,socializing, computer lab 10 a.m.: Kings on Corner cards 10 a.m.: Intermediate Line Dancing – check to see where dancing 11 a.m.: Beginning Line Dancing at WCSC 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Lunch 12:30 p.m.: Mexican Train Dominoes $5 to play, prizes, and bring a snack 12:30 p.m.: Pinochle

Monthly Lee County Council on Aging July 13 July 3 9:30 a.m.: Bingo sponsored 1:30 p.m.: Grief Support Group

by Lee County Council on Aging July 5 July 15 10-11 a.m.: Paw Paw Monthly 1 p.m.: Euchre Tournament ($) SHIP site July 16 1 p.m.: Euchre Tournament ($) 1:30 p.m.: Community SerJuly 10 vices Committee meeting 1-2 p.m.: Ashton Monthly 3 p.m.: LCCOA Board meeting SHIP site July 17 July 12 2 p.m.: Advanced Directives 1 p.m.: Euchre Tournament ($)

presentation July 18 10-11 a.m.: Amboy Monthly SHIP site 11:15-11:45 a.m.: Sublette Monthly SHIP site July 19 1 p.m.: Euchre Tournament ($) July 20 1 p.m.: Play Dominoes

July 23 10-11 a.m.: Countryside Monthly SHIP site 1 p.m.: Basic Computer Class July 24 1-2 p.m.: Trivia Tuesday July 25 8:30 a.m.: Diabetes Workshop 1:30 p.m.: LOTS presentation July 26 1 p.m.: Euchre Tournament ($)

July 27 9:30 a.m.: Bingo sponsored

by Lee County Council on Aging 1 p.m.: Play Dominoes 6:30 p.m.: Open Mic Night July 31 2 p.m.: KSB Hospital talks about Medical Mission trip to Peru

Whiteside County Senior Center July 5 8 a.m.-2 p.m.: Foot Clinic, call for appt 815-213-0324 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Rules of the Road July 11 8 a.m.-2 p.m.: Foot Clinic, call for appt 815-213-0324 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Blood pressure check by CGH Home Nursing

11:20 a.m.: Celebrating July Birthdays 1 p.m.: Bingo, prizes by Resthave of Morrison, snacks by WCSC (Donate a can of food or $1 to play) July 14 1 p.m.: Sauk Computer User Group July 18 10:30 a.m.: Presentation by

Robin Brands on Home Exemptions 10:30 a.m.: Price is Right 11 a.m.-noon: Blood Pressure

by Gaffey Home Nursing 12:30 p.m.: Triad of Whiteside County – K-9 demonstration 1 p.m.: Bingo – Prizes by Citadel, snacks by WCSC (Donate a can of food or $1 to play)

July 25 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Blood Pressure Check by Sauk Valley Living and Rehab 1 p.m.: Bingo, sponsored by Sauk Valley Living and Rehab, snacks by WCSC (Donate a can of food or $1 to play) July 23 12:30 p.m.: Triumph Bank will answer questions about banking

or help with your checkbook July 24 12:30 p.m.: Brain Exercise Class by Karla at U of I Extension July 27 12:30 p.m.: Medicare Choices Class July 29 1 p.m.: Euchre tournament

Robert Fulton Community Center Come in anytime to play pool, cards, board games or corn bag toss. We have a large-screen TV, pianos, books, and puzzles to loan out, four sewing machines, two personal computers and four Macs are also available. Visit us on our website, cityoffulton.us, and look under the “community and government” heading!

Monday through Friday: KT3 Fitness and Fit Assist Personal Training, Boot Camp, and Light Resistance Training

Every Thursday: Sewing Group from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 815-589-3925 for information.

July 10: American Red Cross blood drive, 1-6 p.m.

July 18: Fancy Feet Foot Clinic (Call

Sharon Krahn at 815-718-5294) July 24: American Red Cross blood drive, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

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Shopping or Casino Wednesday, July 25 Cost: $45 members, $50 nonmembers

Shopping at THE SHOPPES at Grand Prairie go to the PAR-A-DICE Casino, both in Peoria.

We have a list of stores at this mall if you want one. First, we will stop at Tanner Orchard if anyone wants to buy any goodies, then lunch at Golden Corral, then to shop or gamble. Bus leaves Dixon Shopko at 8:30 a.m. and Sterling Walmart at 9 a.m. Cost includes transportation, and lunch and lunch tip.

Branson Show Extravaganza Aug. 13-17 Cost: $599 members, $649 nonmembers

Five days and 4 nights including 8 meals. Will see the Blackwoods Morning Show, the musical Samson, the AYO-Voices of Glory Morning Show, the famous Showboat Branson Belle, the Million Dollar Quartet show, the Doug Gabriel Show, the Dutton Show, Branson Landing for shopping, and historic downtown Branson for old fashioned charm, novelty shops, restaurants, and much more. Pay for this trip at WCSC.

Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque, Iowa Wednesday, Aug. 22 Cost: $15 members, $20 nonmembers

Cost includes transportation and free buffet lunch. Pickup at Shopko in Dixon at 8 a.m. and pickup at Sterling Walmart (northeast corner) at 8:30 a.m. Drop off at Sterling Walmart first and then Dixon Shopko. Pay for this trip at WCSC.

Cruise on Lake Michigan/ Navy Pier

Montreal, Quebec City and Ottawa, Canada

Thursday, Aug. 30 Cost $100 members, $110 nonmembers

Sept. 22-29 Cost: $899 members, $949 nonmembers

A 2-hour cruise on Lake Michigan. Boards at noon and it cruises from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

A delicious lunch buffet with freshly prepared entrees, salads and dessert. There will be unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water. The best views of Chicago’s skyline and attractions.

Onboard entertainment with DJ music. Pay for this trip at WCSC. Leaves Sterling Walmart at 7:30 a.m. and Dixon Shopko at 8.

U.S. Mailboat Tour on Lake Geneva Wednesday, Aug. 29 Cost: $65 members, $75 nonmembers

The Post House Community Center is heading to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, for a U.S. Mailboat tour. Carrying on a tradition since 1870, it is the only marine mail delivery of its type in the country. Loaded with passengers, mail and a very brave mailperson, the Walworth II departs for a full lake tour. The mailperson leaps off the bow of the boat onto the pier, places the mail into the box, grabs outgoing mail, and jumps back aboard the stern. The only hitch is the boat never stops! Join us for a lovely day in Lake Geneva, enjoy the Mailboat cruise then you’re on your own for lunch and shopping in Lake Geneva. Cost is includes Mailboat Tour and roundtrip transportation.

Stop in the Post House Community Center/ LCCOA to sign up. Depart Rock Falls Community Center at 6:30 a.m. and return approximately 8 p.m. Depart Dixon Wal-mart at 7 a.m. and return approximately 7:30 p.m.

Eight days and 7 nights lodging including 12 meals, more info to follow. Enjoy a guided tour of Quebec City, see Montreal’s beautiful Notre Dame Basilica, visit Parliament Hill, cruise on the St. Lawrence River and much more. Pay for this trip at WCSC.

Cubs vs Cardinals game Friday, September 28 – 1:20 p.m. game Cost: $105 members, $110 nonmembers

Bus will leave at 7:45 a.m. from Sterling Walmart and 8 from Dixon Shopko. The seats are terrace reserved. Go Cubs Go! Sign up at WCSC.

4-hour Fall Foliage Cruise with live entertainment on the Mississippi River Wednesday, Oct. 12 Cost: $85 members, $95 nonmembers

We will cruise the Mississippi on the Celebration Belle enjoying the Fall Foliage. The trees should be peaking with beautiful fall colors.

Also, on board we will enjoy live entertainment with singing and dancing. Your cruise will start off with hot homemade sticky rolls with assorted fresh fruits followed by a delicious hot lunch buffet. Cost includes cruise on boat, lunch and roundtrip transportation. Stop in the Post House Community Center/LCCOA to sign up.

Depart Dixon Walmart at 8:30 a.m. Depart Rock Falls Community Center at 9.

These are the Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) trainees that attended the 4-day new counselor training in Moline. The attendees were from other senior centers and social service agencies in Illinois. Trainees included Vicki Frazer, LCCOA (fourth from left); Beth Sterk, WCSC (fifth from left); and Linda O’Brien, WCSC (seventh from left). Kelly Dehlinger, SHIP trainer, is shown in the center.

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July 2-6

July 9-13

Monday: Hamburger patty, wheat bun, macaroni and cheese, California blend vegetables, diced pears Tuesday: BBQ chicken breast, cheesy potatoes, seasoned green beans, dinner roll, gelatin with fruit Wednesday: Baked pork chop, baby red potatoes, broccoli, tossed salad with dressing, dinner roll, apple crisp Thursday: Cheese ravioli with meat sauce, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, garlic bread, apricots Friday: A) Southwestern salad with black beans, corn, cheese, chicken, tomato and onion, dinner roll with butter, pineapple tidbits; B) Chicken salad, tomato

July 16-20

Monday: Creamy chicken with pasta, broccoli, baked apples, wheat bread (2) Tuesday: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes with gravy, glazed carrots, dinner roll with butter, apricots Wednesday: Italian chicken salad with greens, carrots, eggs, cucumbers, tomatoes and cheese, dinner roll with butter, fruit juice Thursday: Italian susage with peppers on bun, red potato wedges, Italian blend vegetables, diced peaches Friday: A) Crispy fish sandwich, wheat bun, potato pancakes, peas, pineapple tidbits; B) Turkey, minestrone

July 23-27

Monday: Meatball sub, peas and carrots, seasoned potato wedges, mandarin oranges Tuesday: Sweat and sour chicken with fluffy rice, stirfry vegetables, dinner roll, apricots Wednesday: Salisbury steak, cheesy potatoes, green beans, dinner roll, sliced peaches Thursday: A) Cheese omelet, turkey sausage, hash browns, blueberry muffin, fruit juice; B) Tuna salad, chicken rice Friday: Chef salad with greens, turkey, ham, cucumbers, eggs, tomato and cheeses, dinner roll with butter, mandarin oranges, fruit juice

July 30-31

Monday: BBQ riblett, wheat bun, au gratin potatoes, coin carrots, diced pears Tuesday: Pepper steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, peas, wheat bread (2), chilled pineapple

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Monday: Chicken Parmesan pasta with marinara, Sicilian blend vegetables, dinner roll, diced pears Tuesday: Sausage gravy with biscuit, hash browns, fruit juice, baked peaches Wednesday: Closed for Fourth of July Thursday: A) Tropical chicken salad with cucumber slices, croissant, mandarin oranges, pineapple juice; B) Turkey, vegetable Friday: Pepper steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, lima beans, wheat bread (2), apricots

Serving at Whiteside County Senior Center July 2-6

Monday: Beef Enchiladas, rice, beans and dessert Tuesday: WCSC Cookout – Hamburgers/hotdogs, chips, salad and dessert Wednesday: Closed for Fourth of July Thursday: Hot ham and cheese on croissant, soup and dessert Friday: Salmon patties, vegetable, coleslaw and dessert

July 9-13

Monday: Parmesan chicken over egg noodles, salad and dessert Tuesday: Catered by Resthave Home Wednesday: Meatloaf, potato, vegetable and dessert Thursday: BBQ pork ribs, potato, vegetable and dessert Friday: Taco casserole, salad and dessert

July 16-20

Monday: Corned beef hash with cabbage and carrots, salad and dessert Tuesday: Spaghetti and meatballs, bread, salad and dessert Wednesday: Oven-fried chicken, potato, vegetable and dessert Thursday: Chili, cornbread, salad and dessert Friday: Baked cod, vegetable, pasta salad and dessert

July 23-27

July 30-31

Monday: Mushroom Swiss Monday: Philly steak subs, patties, potato, salad and vegetable, salad and dessert dessert Tuesday: Tuna noodle casTuesday: Baked ham, pota- serole, vegetable, salad and to, vegetable and dessert dessert Wednesday: Lasagna, bread, salad and dessert Thursday: Polish sausage stir fry, rice, salad and dessert Friday: Beef and bean loaded nachos, salad and dessert

Serving at Golden Meals in Whiteside County July 2-6

Monday: Sloppy Joe, potato wedges, applesauce, whole wheat bun Tuesday: Brats, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, whole wheat bun Wednesday: Closed for Fourth of July Thursday: Seasoned chicken breast, cheesy potatoes, broccoli, fruit Friday: Ham salad, cottage cheese, fruit, whole wheat bun

July 9-13

Monday: Beef and noodles, green beans, peaches Tuesday: Tater tot casserole with veggies, mixed fruit Wednesday: Spaghetti, mixed vegetables, applesauce Thursday: Cheeseburger, potato wedges, pears, whole wheat bun Friday: Chili, coleslaw, peaches

July 16-20

Monday: Goulash, green beans, mixed fruit Tuesday: Baked cod in lemon butter, parslied potatoes, spinach, fruit Wednesday: Pepper steak, mashed potatoes, broccoli, fruit Thursday: Ham loaf, mashed potatoes, carrots, fruit Friday: Hot dogs, macaroni salad, peaches, whole wheat bun

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Serving at Lee County Council on Aging

July 30-31

Monday: Sweet and sour Monday: Sloppy joes, chicken over rice, stir-fry potato wedges, applesauce, vegetables, fruit whole wheat bun Tuesday: Pork chops, Tuesday: Turkey, mashed cheesy potatoes, broccoli, potatoes, green beans, fruit fruit Wednesday: Roast beef, mashed potatoes, carrots, fruit Thursday: Glazed ham, mashed potatoes, green beans, fruit Friday: Beef stew with vegetables, applesauce, biscuit

Transportation

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Lee-Ogle Transportation System

Whiteside County Public Transportation Fares:

Fares:

(within county)

(within zip code)

Ages 5 and under (must be accompanied by an adult): 50 cents one way

Ages 5 and under (must be accompanied by an adult): $1 one way

People age 6 to 59 years: $2 one way

People age 6 to 59 years: $2 one way

Seniors or individuals with a disability: Donation suggested (unless qualified under Medicaid or other program)

Seniors or individuals with a disability: $1 one way (unless qualified under Medicaid or other program)

Out-of-county trips can be arranged, subject to availability: 25 cents per mile

Out-of-town trips can be arranged, subject to availability: 35 cents per mile

Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday

Hours: 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday

855-625-7433 or 815-625-7433

888-239-9228 or 815-288-2117

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UPCOMING EVENTS | PHCC/LCCOA Tuesday, July 3 – 1:30 p.m.

Grief Support Group every first Tuesday of the month at the Post House Community Center.

Certified Grief Recovery Specialist Ken Lawson from Unity Hospice can help you look at your old beliefs about dealing with loss, determine which losses have affected your life and take actions so that you may become complete with your loss.

Whether your grief is from death, divorce of a relationship, loss of a career, loss of a faith or loss of a pet Ken is here to help you at a safe place.

If you have any questions, call Post House Community Center at 815-288-9236

Monday, July 23 – 1-3:30 p.m.

This free class is for those who have little to no experience using a computer. Topics will cover powering on the computer, computer terminology, hardware and software, and navigating the desktop. We will also briefly discuss the Internet and how to use a web browser. Each participant will sit at a computer to get hands on experience. This class will be very small so there will be time for the instructor to spend individual time with each participant. Call to reserve your seat, as there are only three seats available.

Euchre Tournament

Tuesday, July 24 – 1-2 p.m.

Showcase your knowledge of random and useless information at Trivia Tuesday. This free, fun and informative hour will get your mind thinking while trying to come up with the correct answer.

Sunday, July 15 – 1 p.m. $5 entry, 25 cents a set, 100 percent payback, 12:30 p.m. sign-in

Advance Directives presentation Tuesday, July 17 – 2 p.m.

Melissa Clark with Dixon Rehabilitation and Health Care will discuss current forms for advanced directives such as Power of Attorney for Healthcare, Living Wills, and Physicians Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST).

Understanding these forms can sometimes be confusing and also difficult to discuss with your loved ones. She will help provide education on completing the forms, why they are important, and how to talk to your family about the choices that you have made.

Trivia Tuesday

Lee Ogle Transportation System (LOTS) Q&A Wednesday, July 25 – 1:30 p.m.

Kari Wolfe, LOTS Assistant Director will inform and educate you on the Lee Ogle Transportation System program and how it works. This public transportation system is for everyone. Come hear all about it and bring your questions too.

Diabetes Self-Management workshop Wednesdays July 25 – 8:30-11 a.m.

The Diabetes Self-Management Program (DSMP)

is a 6-week group program (Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29) for people with type 2 diabetes. Developed by Stanford University, this program can help you deal with the symptoms of diabetes – including tiredness, pain, and emotional issues – by helping you learn how to eat and sleep better, manage your day-to-day activities more effectively, and more.

Topics include: techniques to deal with symptoms, appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance, healthy eating, taking medications as prescribed, and working more effectively with health care providers. Please call 815-288-9236 to reserve your spot for this free informative workshop.

Open Mic Night Friday, July 27– 7 p.m.

Come showcase your talent or come and enjoy the entertainment every fourth Friday. Singers, dancers, poets, comedians, guitarist, acoustic instruments – anybody is welcome! Doors open at 6:30.

KSB Hospital’s Medical Mission Trip presentation Tuesday, July 31 – 2 p.m.

As you might have heard or read in the newspaper, in April a nine-member team from KSB Hospital conducted a medical mission trip to Cusco, Peru.

During their time in Peru, they treated over 650 patients. Members of that team will present a power point program about their trip at LCCOA. We hope you will join us to learn about the team’s adventure and to ask any questions you might have.

UPCOMING EVENTS | WCSC Fancy Feet Foot Clinic Thursday, July 5 and Wednesday July 11 – 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Foot care will be available for all senior citizens.

For appointments, call Fancy Feet at 815-2130324. Cost $25. They will soak your feet, trim your toenails, and give you a fabulous foot massage.

Rules of the Road Thursday, July 5 – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

This class is to help you take your drivers license test. We will help you study and go over the important items. Come and listen. Call 815622-9230 to register for this free class.

Basic Computing – How to use the Internet Wednesday, July 11 – 10-11:30 a.m.

Learn the basics of using an internet browser including how to search to find information, pictures, and videos. We will visit some useful web sites. On topic questions to instructors are encouraged.

Price Is Right Wednesday, July 18 – 10:30 a.m.

Come play Price is Right game and guess the price of an item and take that item home. Peg

Johnson from Beacon of Hope Hospice will be hosting. Stay for lunch which will be oven-fried chicken, potato, vegetable and dessert.

Presentation about Home Exemptions Wednesday, July 18 – 10:30 a.m.

Come and listen to Robin Brands, Whiteside County supervisor of assessments, talk about home exemptions, who gets them, how and why. Very informative.

TRIAD of Whiteside County

Brain Exercise Class Tuesday, July 24 – 12:30 p.m.

Karla from the University of Illinois Extension will lead us through interactive activities designed to exercise the brain to maintain and enhance cognitive function and memory. You are never too young or old to get started training your brain, so come and join us for a fun class.

Call 815-622-9230 to reserve your seat.

Medicare Choices

Wednesday, July 18 – 12:30 p.m.

TRIAD of Whiteside County is open to all senior citizens. Come and meet NICOM, K-9 along with Deputy Rollie Elder of the Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office. Experience how our local K-9 works to find drugs on a suspicious offender. This is offered through TRIAD and Whiteside County Sheriff’s Office.

Open to all.

Friday, July 27 – 12:30 p.m.

New to Medicare and confused? This is the class for you! Medicare can be a maze, but we’re here to help you! We welcome those that are becoming new to Medicare and those who want to learn their options available with Medicare. Please call the ADRC Department at 888622-9230, ext. 194, in advance to sign up if you are interested in attending.

Triumph Bank Answers

Euchre Tournament

Monday, July 23 – 1-3 p.m.

Shawn Nelson from Triumph Bank will be here to help anyone balance checkbook, registering ATM, debit card questions, consumer financial banking, retail banking, and any question about banking or finances. Come and let her help you.

Sunday, July 29 – 1 p.m.

Sign-in is 12:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per entry and 25 cents a set, with a 100 percent payback.

There will also be a 50-50 drawing.

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