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Golden Echo WCSC AND LCCOA OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON FRIDAY, JULY 3, FOR THE FOURTH OF JULY HOLIDAY HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!

A publication of Sauk Valley Media in cooperation with Lee County Council on Aging and Whiteside County Senior Center – United Way agencies VOLUME 13 • JULY 2020 • EDITION 9

“Lee County Council on Aging’s Library Between the Two Doors” Come check out our outdoor library and browse our selection of free books. Please do not return books, because of Covid-19

From the Directors.......................................................2 Thank You’s..................................................................4 Membership Dues Paid...............................................4

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Outreach.......................................................................5 Weekly, Monthly Activities..........................................8

Upcoming Trips............................................................9 Meal Sites....................................................................10 Upcoming Special Events.......................................... 11

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2 From the LCCOA

Executive Director

By Susan Lawler

Lee County Council on Aging is anticipating a busy July. The staff and I have truly missed all of our amazing seniors. LCCOA is moving forward with a soft re-opening on 07/01/2020. Our doors will still be closed; but we will start receiving face-to-face appointments. We are excited to see your lovely faces once again. It has been a trying time, and for some of our seniors, very devastating. It will still be a while before our Seniors can participate in all our fun activities, but little by little life will get back to the “New Normal.”

We love Wednesdays LCCOA’s staff, drivers and myself are very busy sending cards, making phone calls, delivering lunches, creating educational videos; and now we have partnered with United Way to help our children, seniors and community, with additional lunches on Wednesday’s. Wednesday’s is a great opportunity for LCCOA’s staff and myself to visit other areas of LEE County. On Wednesday’s, plan on seeing us at Paw Paw, Amboy, Franklin Grove and Ashton.

Wednesday’s are truly a fun day, and LCCOA is helping to bring life back

to the community. LCCOA’s staff and myself are impressed with the safety measures each community has taken. The children are keeping their distance from each other and wearing their mask; as they approach our lunch table, and the seniors stay in their cars as we hand the bags through the window; no touching ever occurs. Hurray for Lee County a model community; in talking about model communities; LCCOA received an e-mail from Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging congratulating LCCOA on a wonderful job the agency is doing, and to acknowledge LCCOA as a Model Agency. We are thrilled to be recognized; LCCOA’s staff and myself work very hard because we are passionate about our work, and we truly care about all our seniors.

When one of our seniors hurt or becomes ill, we fill their pain; and when one of our seniors passes away we feel the loss.

The Passing of our Friend Recently we loss Donna Missman, one of our beloved crafters.

Donna was a sweet, kind and gentle soul; never a harsh word, always

From the WCSC Executive Director

By Tori McDaniel As July is approaching we are normally planning for the projects we plan to accomplish the upcoming fiscal year. As this fiscal year closes I’m a bit saddened. We were on target to meet many of our goals before COVID hit. Planning for the upcoming year frankly feels hard. What does our new normal

look like? As work our way through figuring out our new normal, you are at the forefront of our mind.

We want to ensure that whatever we do, you will be safe. So what are we going to do?

Transit Public Transportation is open!

We are open Monday – Friday

pleasant to everyone. One of my favorite memories of Donna is the way she would look down at her needle work, when one of the crafters would crack a joke or tell a cute story, you could see her grinning and there was a special way her eyes would twinkle, you just knew she was chuckling her heart out, but she clearly wouldn’t let on to her fellow crafters. When I would pass by and give her a nudge, she would just smile at me; she knew I knew.

Donna was great supporter of LCCOA; she loved coming to the center to play Rummikub, Dominoes or a game of Bingo. She enjoyed traveling to Franklin Grove to the Meadows of Franklin Grove to play Bingo with all our new Bingo friends. She attended all of our fundraisers and day trips. My staff and I will miss this wonderful woman; LCCOA will not be the same without her. That empty chair in the living room will be a constant, but memorable reminder of the genteel woman that once ingratiated that chair.

LCCOA’s staff and myself have lost a friend; but Donna will always have a special place in our hearts. Farewell Dear Donna there is a seat in heaven with your name; just waiting for you to pick up your needles and create a wonderful quilt. May God be with you and your family.

A Lending Hand Before I sign off, I would like to share a story about a special person. from 6am to 6pm. To ensure social distancing we are taking one rider at a time. Riders as well as drivers are required to wear a mask to ensure we follow the Governor’s protocol. We encourage you to call us as soon as you know you have a transit need. We are also not taking subscription trips to allow everyone the opportunity to ride.

This means that if you ride with us frequently, you will need to call us each time. We hope that we are able to ease some restrictions as we move into phase 4. We will keep you updated!

WCSC At this time we have not been

Aaliyah Baker is our right hand, BEST Employee. Aaliyah jumps in and helps us whenever or where ever we need help. One of Aaliyah’s duties is delivering lunches to our seniors. Our seniors love her smiling face and her willingness to help.

Aaliyah never complains, and does her job with enthusiasm. One day last month Aaliyah was delivering lunches to one of our Senior’s, as she was leaving the bus and walking towards the house, she noticed the door was slightly opened; as she peered in, there sitting on the floor was the homeowner, he could not get back into his chair. She asked him if he was okay and he said yes.

He had slid off his walker chair and could not get back up. She helped him up and provided him his lunch.

(LCCOA called his family). If Aaliyah was not there to bring him his lunch he could have been on the floor for hours or even days. The quick thinking and kindness of this young woman was admirable. She risked her safety to help another human being. Aaliyah of coursed had her mask and gloves on; but there is still that risk in these days of Covid-19.

LCCOA is grateful to Aaliyah; and wish we could have ten more of her.

So when you see our Aaliyah running about town delivering lunches, please give her a big smile and a thank you.

Until next time, LCCOA a place where you belong, a place to call home.

– Susan

given an update from IDOA. Our funding body NIAAA is still recommending no face to face meetings. Due to this, the center is still closed to the public but the staff can assist you by phone. You can call us at 815-622-9230 and we will assist you the best that we can. We hope to be able to open in a modified way soon!

Emporium The Emporium will also be closed to the public until further notice. We want to ensure everyone’s health and safety and will follow IDOA guidelines.

We hope to see you soon, – Tori

Golden Echo published monthly by Sauk Valley Media, 113-115 S. Peoria Ave., Dixon, IL 61021, in cooperation with the Lee County Council on Aging and Whiteside County Senior Center.

Golden Echo disclaims any liability for any advertisements published herein and in no way endorses or guarantees these ads.

Press releases of interest to seniors will be accepted at 100 W. Second St., Dixon, IL 61021; or 1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling, IL 61081. Deadline for submission is the 15th of each month.

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.

AT THE POST HOUSE

• July 2020

Covid-19 has had a large impact on venues around the world. Many weddings and events have been forced to reschedule or even cancel.

My prime focus is to be informative and flexible with our clients. Our couples have been faced with some difficult decisions as so much work has gone into their big day. Not only do they have to deal with their venue, they are also juggling various vendors. The average wedding employs 15-20 vendors. It takes a lot of time and energy to re-coordinate an event.

With the state’s mandated phases for mass gatherings, many couples have asked for assistance with making a decision. Unfortunately, the options are few. Many couples have continued to get married with a small gathering of family and friends and reschedule the Ballroom for a future reception. They are planning to renew their vows and have that big celebration. I think that’s a win-win!

I encourage all my couples to set a tentative date in 2021 in order to provide time to contact the vendors.

Your wedding is a lifetime in the making. Who wouldn’t want to have that special day Covid free?

In order to be prepared, we have been busy implementing safety measures for our staff and customers. Our bar will have a glass structure on it, and there will be proper signage and hand sanitizers installed.

We are staying up to date with the CDC guidelines, providing a safe and healthy environment for our guests and staff.

The future is bright — The Post House Ballroom has been the home for many happy and wonderful celebrations. It promises to never let you down.

Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns.

Book your 2021 events soon! We all need something to look forward too.

Stay healthy and safe, Maureen Eccles

LCCOA phone numbers

WCSC phone numbers

Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday

Office Hours: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday

Main number 815-288-9236 Transportation 815-288-9236 855-407-9236 Post House Ballroom 815-288-0892

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1207 W. Ninth St., Sterling Transportation – 815-625-7433 • Information – 815-622-9230

Outreach services & free phones for hearing impaired & low vision

ADRC hours:

Outreach hours 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Monday Walk-ins from 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.

Monday Walk-ins from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

E-mail us at lccoa@comcast.net Visit us at www.leecountycouncilonaging.net or www.posthouseballroom.net or find us on Facebook

Outreach and free phones for hard of hearing/ low vision 815-622-9230 Toll-free 888-622-9230

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

The Emporium Thrift Store 115 E. Third St., Sterling • 815-535-0368

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DUES, DONATIONS & THANK YOUS

TAXES

Thank you to WCSC volunteers

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.

Anderson Nature Center-Fulton Barb Peugh Beacon of Hope Hospice Carl Raunbuehler Carol Voss Castor Home Hospice CGH Home Nursing Citadel of Sterling Doran Everly Emelinda Howard Erie Public Library Gaffey Home Nusring Glenda MacLennan Heritage Woods of Sterling Hope Howell Hospice Compassus Janice Bell Javier Gomez Jennifer Boehm Jim Capp Joe Fornero Kathy Spotts

Ken Hughes Nancy Havener Odell Public Library, Morrison Pat VanCoillie Prophet Manor, Phrophetstown Regency Care of Sterling Resthave of Morrison Riverbend Food Bank Rock Falls Rehab Sauk Valley Food Bank Shirley Schwartz Sylvia Snow Terry MacLennan Tom Rich United Way of Sterling Unity Hospice VITAS Hospice Joe Bright Karla Burn John Espinoza Al Campbell Michelle Miller

John Booker Cindy Wadsworth Emily Taylor Marty Waldshmidt Mary Hermes Maynard Hermes Thurlo Verbout Beverly Cassens Diana DeGroot Sue Haan Maxine Stern Helen Moore Mike Moore Kathy Siperly Karen VanHorn Royola Smith Gene Robbins Bonnie Stern Marilyn Scott Ruth Ramirez Bonnie Cramer Donna Itken Robert Kline

WCSC welcomes members

We would like to thank the people who recently paid their membership dues:

Edna Spencer, Barry Linder, Ken & Lois Heerdt

Thank you to LCCOA volunteers and supporters

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.

United Way of Lee County EFSP Lee County Health Dept.

Illinois Dept. on Aging NIAAA Lifescape Community Kitchen Heritage Square Fischers, Inc. GoodFellows Harrison Inc.

Midland Bank Super Red Hot Karaoke & DJ Service Darrel and Pat Thomas Salamandra Sauk Valley Media Teresa Blackburn Marilyn Bodmer Rick Bushman Connie Edson Clara Harris Julie McGrail

The Family of Donna Missman Cathy Reglin Linda Reynolds Rusty Schrader Ronald Stuchl Cameron Zies A special thank you to all the wonderful supporters of LCCOA’s clothing drive who donated anonymously

LCCOA welcomes members

We would like to thank the people who recently paid their membership dues:

Marilyn Bodmer, Fr. Richard R. Kramer, Sarah McCoy, Dick Pitman

Lee County Council on Aging Board Executive Committee and Officers Bonnie O’Connell, Chair Ed Roller, Treasurer

LaDonna Groshans, Vice Chair Kristin Carlson, Secretary

Janine Eykamp Cindy Gabany Roberta Lemoine

Nina Mardauss Cheryl Smith Terry Stephenitch

An update on the Tax-Aide Program We continue to hope we can restart the AARP Tax-Aide Program so that we can do taxes for those who had their appointments cancelled.

If we are successful, we will be calling to set new appointments in the order of the dates of the original appointment.

In the meantime, if you are interested in doing your taxes online, AARP has a new site available. Check out AARPFOUNDATION.org/ TAXHELP, then choose “Free Tax Preparation from AARP Foundation Tax-Aide.” This will bring you to the page “How AARP Tax-Aide Can Help You Today.” Select the yellow button, “Get Help with Tax Preparation,” and you will find two software choices to use for free Federal and State returns, if you meet the requirements listed. You can also sign up for assistance to use the programs.

Another alternative is to determine whether you have a filing requirement. This is based on the following table: If your status is ...

Single Single Married filing jointly Married filing jointly Married filing jointly Married filing separate Head of household Head of household Qualifying widower Qualifying widower

and on 12/31/2019 Then file a return if your you were ... gross income is at least ...

Under 65 $12,200 65 or older $13,850 Both under 65 $24,400 One spouse 65 or older $25,700 Both spouses 65 or older $27,000 Any age $5 Under 65 $18,350 65 or older $20,000 Under 65 $24,400 65 or older $25,700

Note that in most cases Gross Income means the income receive except Social Security amounts. Also be aware that if are filing status except Single & Married Filing Jointly should the 1040 instructions additional filing requirements.

Whiteside County Senior Center Board Members and Officers Joe Bright – President Michelle Miller – Vice President Karla Burn – Treasurer Cindy Wadsworth – Secretary John Espinoza John Booker

Al Campbell

Emily Taylor Janice Bell

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AGENCIES, SERVICES & ACRONYMS

• July 2020

LCCOA — Lee County Council on Aging; our agency WCSC — Whiteside County Senior Center Lifescape – Agency out of Rockford, that provides meals to seniors both in a congregate setting and home delivered option. It rents our kitchen to provide meals at our site.

LOTS — Lee Ogle Transportation System; we are providers of this agency.

WCPT — Whiteside County Public Transportation Senior Transportation – The original creation behind LOTS and has now been brought back home, serviced out of LCCOA for those who are 60+ in age, or disabled.

Medicare – A national United States health insurance program that began in 1966 under the Social Security Administration (SSA) and is now run by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Our Outreach department can help to educate you on its importance, its parts and even assist in appeals, if needed.

ITAC — Illinois Telecommunications Access Corporation; a non-profit agency that supplies phones for the hard of hearing and free devices to those in need. We are a test center for these free devices; see our Outreach department to learn more.

Grants – What we apply for each year; Federal, State and Local grants are how we primarily support our agency. Grants, however, need what is called a local match in order to keep them, which is where your donations help to support us even more than you know.

SHIP — Senior Health Insurance Program; in Illinois this program is run by the Department of Aging. SHIPs are offered in all 50 states. Our Outreach personnel are SHIP certified in order to provide you the services you need when dealing with all things Medicare.

DHS — Department of Human Services; the department that handles Medicaid, SNAP and more. We are not affiliated with DHS but do assist in the application process and minor education on the programs that overlap with our job objectives.

Dixon – Where we are located.

Donations – What we need to survive and ensure our future is your future, in assistance.

Medicaid – Offered through DHS and serves as an insurance for those who meet the criteria, there are many types of Medicaid insurance.

SNAP — Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program; offered through DHS as a way to help you to purchase groceries.

Part D — The prescription assistance you need when you are starting Medicare, typically at age 65. Some exceptions apply, and without it you may be penalized for not taking it. Our Outreach department can help you in understanding your options and even in the enrollment process.

Post House Ballroom — A critical part of our LCCOA foundation as its proceeds directly support our agency.

By renting our facility you are directly supporting our Lee County senior community.

MAPD — Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug plan; also known as a Medicare replacement plan or Part C of Medicare. This combines the four various parts of Medicare, generally into one piece. Our Outreach department can assist with education, basic plan features and enrollment.

Golden Echo – Our monthly newspaper that Sauk Valley Media prints for us; we share this with Whiteside County Senior Center.

Fundraisers — These are of great importance to our agency and its survival. Without your membership, contributions and fundraising dollars we would not be able to be here to support our senior community.

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LCCOA WCSC LIFESCAPE LOTS WCPT SENIOR TRANSPORTATION MEDICARE ITAC GRANTS

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Outreach — The department where our Elder Benefits Specialists (caseworkers) help our clients with various programs including but not limited to Medicare, ITAC, income based programs, information assistance and referral to other agencies.

NIAAA — Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging; one of our primary granters. They are our local AAA. IDOA — Illinois Department on Aging; a contracted partner with most AAA and oversees many of the senior services and agencies throughout Illinois.

Notary — We have an employee on site, in our Outreach department, that is a Notary.

Social Security — An official government agency cre-

FUNDRAISERS OUTREACH NIAAA IDOA NOTARY SOCIAL SECURITY SUPPLEMENT ASSESSMENT FREEZE SENIORS

ated to promote economic security. This is where your Social Security checks come from.

Supplement — The type of insurance that you can pick up to cover a portion or nearly all of what Medicare does not. You have many supplement plan options to choose from, our Outreach department can help you understand your options but can not enroll you into this type of plan.

Assessment Freeze — The courthouse’s program to freeze the assessed value of your home, if you meet certain financial and age requirements.

Seniors — Our primary focus and demographic that we service. If it weren’t for those who came before us we would not have the future we have today.

AT WHITESIDE COUNTY SENIOR CENTER

Spiffing up the Senior Center During our closure, Javier spruced up a few things here at the Whiteside County Senior Center for us.

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Care Beyond Compare Liberty Court Assisted Living & Memory Care At Liberty Court Assisted Living & Memory Care, we know how hard it is to ensure the safety of our parents’ health during the COVID-19 outbreak. That’s why we are being so vigilant in protecting the seniors who live in our community.

We also understand there are seniors who live in the Dixon area who don’t have the ability to get to grocery stores and pharmacies, or who are just afraid to go out into the community at this time.

Liberty Court is now providing a select few furnished apartments to those seniors who are very vulnerable-those who don’t have a social network to care for them.

When someone comes into our community they will: • Go through a strict screening process prior to move-in • Get three delicious meals a day • Be able to visit with family through video conferencing

A Gift of Sympathy

Please call if you or someone you know needs a temporary place to go where they can be given care beyond compare in an environment where every precaution is being taken to screen those who might need to come in contact with them. A place where isolation is a little less overwhelming.

That Keeps Growing

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LEE-OGLE TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM

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• July 2020

Affordable senior transportation is essential for maintaining independence and health; without reliable transportation, seniors are not able to keep their doctor appointments, chemo, dialysis or purchase groceries.

LCCOA transportation is still chugging along with food pantry runs, free lunch deliveries for seniors in Lee County, online grocery store and medicine pick-ups, and much more. We are doing what we can to keep YOU safe; our buses are sanitized between every passenger.

Give us a call, so we may help you get where you need to go. Opportunities are opening up every day. Call 815-2889236 for your reservation.

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Weekly activities and meetings: Lee County Council on Aging SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS, ALL ACTIVITIES AND LIFESCAPE MEALS HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815-288-9236 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND. Mondays 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. – Open cards 8 am-4:30 p.m. – Computer lab 9 a.m. – Exercise 9 am-1 p.m. – Outreach walkin hours 10 a.m. – Dance exercise class 11:30 a.m. – Lifescape Lunch served (Reservations)

1 p.m. – Rummikub Tuesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Open cards 8 a.m.-4:30p.m. – Computer lab 9 a.m. – Golden Kiwanis 9 a.m. – Senior bowling at Plum Hollow 10-11 a.m. – Line dancing 11:30 a.m. – Lifescape Lunch

served (Reservations) 1 p.m. – Pinochle Wednesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Open cards 8-4:30 p.m. – Computer lab 11:30 a.m. – Lifescape Lunch served (Reservations) 1 p.m. – Pinochle Thursdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Open cards

8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. –Computer lab 9 a.m. – Exercise 9 a.m. – Senior Bowling at Plum Hollow 10 a.m. – Dance exercise class 11:30 a.m. – Lifescape Lunch served (Reservations) 1 p.m. – Crocheting and crafting

PENDING

1 p.m. – Euchre tournament Fridays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Open cards 8 am– 4:30 p.m. – Computer lab 11:30 a.m. – Lifescape Lunch served (Reservations) 12:30 p.m. – Duplicate Bridge 1 p.m. – Dominoes

Weekly activities and meetings: Whiteside County Senior Center SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS, ALL SITES, ACTIVITIES AND CLINICS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815-622-9230 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND. Mondays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – 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; free lessons See Special Events listings on page 9 for more information.

Tuesdays 8 a.m-4 p.m. – Cards, social-

izing, 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 12:45 p.m. – Euchre, $3 to play, prizes, bring a snack.

12:45 p.m. – Scrabble, bring a snack 1 p.m. – Pool playing- Membership required

Wednesdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – 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, bring a canned good or $1 to play Thursdays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Cards, social-

izing, computer lab 9-10 a.m. –Yoga, bring mat, membership required 10 a.m. – Kings on Corner cards 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Lunch 12:30 p.m. – Hand and Foot game; bring a snack 1 p.m. – Pool playing; membership required Fridays 8 a.m.-4 p.m. – Cards, social-

izing, 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 12:30 p.m. – Pinochle 12:45 p.m. – Mexican Train Dominoes, prizes, and bring a snack.

Monthly activities and meetings: Lee County Council on Aging SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS, ALL SITES, ACTIVITIES AND CLINICS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815-288-9236 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND.

July 2 10-11 a.m. — Paw Paw monthly SHIP site (by appointment only) July 3 Closed for appointments in

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observance of Independence Day July 10 & 25 9:30-11 a.m. – Bingo sponsored by LCCOA July 12 Noon-4 p.m.

Doors open at noon for Euchre Tournament; game begins at 1 p.m .

July 14 1-2 p.m.

Ashton monthly SHIP site (by

appointment only) July 15 10-11 a.m. – Amboy monthly SHIP site (by appointment only) 11:15-11:45 – Sublette monthly SHIP site (by appoint-

ment only) July 27 10-11 a.m. – Countryside monthly SHIP site (by appointment only)

Monthly activities and meetings: Whiteside County Senior Center SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS, ALL SITES, ACTIVITIES AND CLINICS ARE SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815-622-9230 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND. July 23 monthly SHIP Site. Appointment pantry.

July 8 July 1 & July 15 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Blood required 10 a.m.-noon – Fulton SHIP 8a.m.-2p.m. – Foot clinic. Call July 20 Pressure screenings by Gaffey site. Appointment required.

815-213-0324 for appointment.

9 a.m.-2 p.m. – Walk-in day July 15 Home Nursing for ADRC 10 a.m.-noon – Erie monthly July 27 July 1 10 a.m.-noon – Morrison SHIP Site. Appointment required 9 a.m.-1 p.m. – Walk-in day 10:30-11:30 a.m. – Blood July 22 monthly SHIP site. Appointment 10:30a.m. – Blood pressure for ADRC pressure screenings by CGH 10 a.m.-noon – Erie SHIP site. required. screenings, sponsored by CasAppointment required.

1 p.m. – Bingo, sponsored by July 29 1 p.m. – Bingo, sponsored by tor Home Nursing 10:30a.m. – Blood pressure Resthave of Morrison. To play, 10:30 a.m. – Blood pressure Citadel of Sterling. To play, bring 10:30a.m.

– The Price is Right, screenings by Citadel of Sterling bring a canned item or $1 for screening sponsored by Citadel a canned food item or $1 for the sponsored by Heritage Woods 12:30p.m. – Brain Health the food pantry food pantry.

1 p.m. – Bingo, sponsored by of Sterling Class, sponsored by University WCSC. To play bring a canned July 3 July 13 12:30p.m. – TRIAD meeting. of Illinois Extension (Free and good or $1 for the food pantry Closed for Independence Day 9 a.m.-2 p.m. – Walk-in day Open to all. fun) for ADRC July 30 July 6 1 p.m. – Bingo, sponsored 1 p.m. – Bingo, sponsored by 12:30 p.m. – Medicare Class.

9a.m.- 1p.m. – Walk-in day for

by Regency. To play, bring a Citadel. To play, bring a canned July 14 good or $1 for the food pantry canned good or $1 for the food Preregistration required.

10 a.m.-noon – Prophetstown ADRC

Fulton July 15 - Fancy Feet Foot Clinic. Call Sharon Krahn 815-718-5294 to schedule an appointment.

July 16 – WCSC Outreach at Andresen Nature Center, 409 N. Fourth St. Call 815-622-9230 to schedule

an appointment, July 31 - SHRED Event.Fulton Police Dept. 9 a.m.1 p.m. Great way to get rid of sensitive documents.

Two box limit per household.

If you are interested in joining us for the above monthly activities, contact Whiteside County Senior Center at 815-622-9230 or 888-622-9230; or Lee County Council on Aging at 815-288-9236 or 855-407-9236.

Upcoming Trips The Diamond Jo Casino Trip for March 27 has been rescheduled to September 11, 2020, pending the state of Illinois orders regarding travel.

San Antonio, Texas Oct. 10-18, 2020 Cost: $974 per person for members (based on double occupancy), and $1,024 for non-members

This trip has been rescheduled for April 24-May 1, 2021. Diamond Tours is honoring pricing. Spring flowers will be in bloom!

Cost: $1,089 for members (based on double occupancy) and $1,139 for non-members

You will enjoy 8 nights lodging, including 4 consecutive nights in the Savannah area along with 14 meals, including 8 breakfasts and 6 dinners.

This incredible trip includes a guided trolley tour of Savannah, followed by hop-on/hop-off privileges, a guided tour of gorgeous Beaufort, SC, “Queen of the Carolina Sea Island,” plus a visit to Parris Island, an evening show of the famous Savannah Theatre, a guided tour of St. Simons Island, and last but not least ... a guided tram tour of Jekyll Island. Add $50 for non-member rate.

Sign up for this trip at WCSC. Final payment due February 2021.

Celebrity Cruise Line 2020 – 11 nights, 6 islands Cost: $2,500 for inside cabin, based on double occupancy.

On October 4, 2020, we will fly to Fort Lauderdale and spend 1 night

in a hotel. The following day we will take bus to the ship. The islands we will visits are: St. Thomas, St. Croix, Antiqua, Barbados, St. Lucia, and St. Maarten. We will fly home on Oct.16.

Trip includes ALL transportation, hotel, and cruise. Please call the WCSC 815622-9230 and ask for Glenda. We will accept 1 more cabin!

Lee County Council on Aging presents ALASKA with Celebrity Cruises, and a pre-night in Seattle at the Grand Hyatt 9 days/8 nights Aug. 26-Sept. 3, 2021

Cost: Prices start at $2,944, based

on double occupancy Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity that offers all the extras!

Include transportation from Dixon to O’Hare, the flight, transportation to the Grand Hyatt hotel, a 3-hour morning city tour of Seattle, the cruise itself, and all return transportation. In addition to this you will be traveling with Samantha Harazin of our Outreach department as your group leader. Included with the cruise is a special onboard cocktail party, and 2 Sail-Your-Way perks

that can truly make it an all-inclusive vacation! Passports are required and deposit is due upon sign up to reserve your spot. Space is limited. For more information call Lee County Council on Aging at 815-288-9236 and ask for Samantha.

Mackinac Island trip update Trip rescheduled for June 7-11, 2021 Cost: $545 for members, $570 for nonmembers

We are going to try it again in 2021.

Diamond Tours will honor the 2020 prices for this five-day, four-night trip. $75 due upon signing. Maureen Eccles will be your LCCOA travel representative. Give us a call at 815288-9236 to get your name on the list! Filling up fast. Motorcoach transportation, 4-night lodging, 8 meals (4 breakfast and 4 dinners), guided tour of Mackinaw City, a visit to Mackinac Island (including a guided carriage tour), boat ride to Through the Soo Locks, free time, sightseeing in Sault Sainte Marie, visit to Mackinaw Crossings, admission to Colonial Michillmackinac, and gaming excitement at Kewadin Sault Casino

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This trip includes a stop at the Oklahoma City National Memorial and a guided tour of San Antonio (San Fernando Cathedral, The King William Historical District, and El Mercado).You will go to the famous River Walk for a scenic cruise. You will tour the National Museum of the Pacific War, The LBJ Ranch at the Lyndon Johnson Historical Park and see the “Texas White House”.

You will visit the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and see the “Alamo ... The Price of Freedom” at the IMAX Theatre. You will go to the MAGNOLIA MARKET at the SILOS in Waco, TX. This trip includes 8 nights lodging, 14 meals, including 8 breakfasts and 6 dinners. Sign up for this trip at WCSC. Final payment due Aug. 20. Please contact Beth at 622-9230 ext.110 with any questions you might have.

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10 July 1-3 Wednesday: Polish sausage, sour kraut, potato wedges, baked beans, chilled applesauce,hot dog bun Thursday: cheese ravioli w/meat sauce, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, garlic bread, apricots. Friday: closed — no delivery

July 6-10 Monday: Hamburger on wheat bun, tator tots, California-blended vegetables, diced pears. Tuesday: BBQ chicken breast, cheesy potatoes, seasoned green beans, dinner roll, Jello with fruit. Wednesday: A) Baked pork chop, mashed potatoes with gravy, mixed vegetables, dinner roll, apple crisp B) Chicken salad with tomato. Thursday: Sweet-and-

sour meatballs, fluffy rice, blended vegetables, wheat bread, apricots.

Friday: Chef salad with greens, turkey and ham, cucumbers, eggs, tomato, cheese, dinner roll with butter, Mandarin oranges, fruit juice.

July 13-17 Monday: Baked chicken breast, mashed potatoes with gravy, broccoli, dinner roll, pineapple tidbits.

Tuesday: A) Meatloaf, au gratin potatoes, stewed tomatoes with zucchini, dinner roller with butter, apricots B) Turkey minestrone.

Wednesday: Citrus-baked ham, sweet potatoes, green beans, wheat bread, fruit cocktail. Thursday: Italian sausage with peppers on a bun, redo potatoes wedges, Italian-blended vegetables, diced

peaches. Friday: Tropical chicken salad, cucumber slices, croissant, Mandarin oranges, pineapple juice

July 20-24 Monday: Meatball sub, peas and carrots, seasoned potatoes wedges, Mandarin oranges. Tuesday: Southwest salad, black beans, corn, cheese, chicken tomato, onion, dinner roll with butter, fruit juice. Wednesday: Salisbury steak, cheesy potatoes, green beans, dinner roll, sliced peaches. Thursday: A) Sloppy Joe on a wheat bun, farmer potatoes, peas and carrots, fruit cocktail B) Tuna salad with chicken and rice. Friday: Hot ham and cheese, wheat bun, tator tots, baked beans, diced pears

July 27-31 Monday: BBQ riblet, wheat bun, au gratin potatoes, coin carrots, diced pears. Tuesday: Pepper streak, based potatoes with gravy, peas, wheat bread, chilled pineapple. Wednesday: Italian Chicken salad with greens, carrots, eggs, cucumber, tomatoes, cheese, dinner roll with butter, fruit juice.

Thursday: A) Cheeseburger, wheat bun, tator tots, baked beans, Jello with fruit B) Ham and vegetable.

Friday: Mostaccioli with meat sauce, Brussels sprouts, Scandinavia-blended vegetables, garlic bread, apricots 8-ounce, low-fat milk served with all meals

July meals at Whiteside County Senior Center Lunch will not be served until further notice. We will follow guidelines set forth by the state. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Please contact us at 622-9230 if you are in need of local home meal resources. Thank you.

July meals at Golden Meals in Rock Falls July 1-3 Monday: Ham loaf, sweet potatoes, green beans, fresh fruit; Tuesday: Pork chops, cheesy potatoes, mixed vegetables, fresh fruit; Wednesday: Chicken salad, peas salad, mixed fruit, whole wheat bun.

July 6-10 Monday: Beef stew, cornbread, applesauce; Tuesday: Ham strata, carrots peaches; Wednesday:

Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, cream corn, fresh fruit; Thursday: Beef stroganoff, stewed tomatoes, applesauce; Friday: Ham salad, coleslaw, pineapple, whole wheat bun.

July 13-17 Monday: Hot dogs, sauerkraut, baked beans, whole wheat bun, fresh fruit; Tuesday: Tuna and noodle casserole, peas, pineapple; Wednesday: Macaroni and cheese,

green beans, applesauce; Thursday: Stuffed pepper casserole, carrots, mixed fruit; Friday: Chili, cornbread, applesauce.

July 20-24 Monday: Chicken noodle casserole, carrots, pineapple; Tuesday: Chili mac, green beans, mixed fruit; Wednesday: Baked ham, sweet potatoes, corn, fresh fruit; Thursday: Baked ham, sweet potatoes, corn, fresh fruit; Friday: Tuna salad,

applesauce, cornbread.

July 27-31 Monday: Hash brown (with veggies) casserole; pineapple; Tuesday: Spaghetti, mixed vegetables, peaches; Wednesday: Ham loaf, sweet potatoes, green beans, fresh fruit. Thursday: Pork loin, cheese potatoes, mixed vegetables, fresh fruit; Friday: chicken salad, macaroni salad, peaches, whole wheat bun.

Whiteside County Public Transportation

Lee-Ogle Transportation System

Fares: (within county)

Fares: (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

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Upcoming Special Events in Whiteside County

Crochet and knitting classes

YOGA

9-10 a.m. Thursdays, July 2, 9, 16 & 23 Instructor is Sherry Prescott. All

Fancy Feet Foot Clinics

8 a.m. -2 p.m. July 1 and 8 May appointments have been rescheduled to July. Please call 815-213-0324 to schedule an appointment.

Price Is Right at WCSC

10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 15 Come play Price is Right game and guess the price of an item and take that item home. Price is Right is sponsored by Heritage Woods.

Join the fun!

TRIAD

12:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 15 Come and join this group that is

all about senior citizen safety. This group is composed of public safety, community agencies and senior citizens. Everyone welcome.

Medicare Choices Class

12:30 p.m. Thursday, July 30 at WCSC Are you new to Medicare and in need of help navigating your choices? The WCSC Outreach Department will be hosting its Medicare Choices class on Thursday at 12:30 p.m. in the Big Room. We welcome those who are new to Medicare, caregivers of those who are new to Medicare, and beneficiaries who have been on Medicare but are in need of a simplified explanation on the parts of Medicare. There is no charge to attend.

Please call 815-622-9230 Ext. 194

in advance to get signed up. In the event that we are still not able to meet as a group due to Covid 19 restrictions, please follow us on Facebook for the live class.

Shred Event

July 27 & 31 July 27 at the Whiteside County Senior Center and July 31 at the Fulton Police Department. Please follow TRIAD on Facebook for further details. There is a 2 box limit per person.

AARP Driver Safety Classes

Classes have been canceled for 2020 and will be rescheduled for 2021. AARP feels it’s necessary to help keep the population safe.

Upcoming Special Events in Lee County SPECIAL NOTICE: DUE TO THE COVID-19 RISKS ALL LCCOA ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE CHECK OUR FACEBOOK PAGE OR CALL 815288-9236 BEFORE PLANNING TO ATTEND.

Senior Time Capsule Dig (New, tentative) Dig Date is Wednesday, September 23, time yet to be determined.

We invite those aged 60 and over to participate and be a part of history in the making with our 2020 Time Capsule! Here is what you can do to help: Start finding, making, writing things to share – old and new pictures, poems, local historical artifacts, letters, and more. Create a CD or DVD to include as your shared material or make something small. Let’s show our future generations what life is like during the new Roaring ’20s!

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FUNDRIVE Savers Clothing Drive

Sunday, July 19 Drop-off location is KSB parking lot at the corner of Ottawa and Second St. from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. – look for the trailer. This is a fundraiser to help pay for our new furnace.

At our previous clothing drive we raised over $1,700 – let’s beat this number! Can’t drop off that day? No problem; give us a call and we will

help you to make alternate arrangements. Please contain all items in no larger than a 13-gallon size (kitchen) bag. Please call 815-288-9236 for additional details or check us out on Facebook and our website.

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We are looking ahead and want you to keep an eye on our Golden Echo paper, Facebook, and website for reschedule dates.

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Every Monday Free classes. Must bring 4-ply yarn for either class. For knitting, please bring a No. 9 needle and for crochet bring a G hook

levels welcome! Bring your own mat and enjoy the healthy benefits of Yoga! $25 membership required.

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