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SERVING LANGLADE, LINCOLN, MARATHON, AND WOOD COUNTIES FEBRUARY 2019
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2 FEBRUARY 2019 Table of Contents
ADRC-CW Info ...... 4. Making Moments Matter. Thank You ...... 5 Our mission at AseraCare Hospice® is to provide patients and their families the best possible quality of care and ADRC-CW Educational Programs ...... 6. quality of life through compassionate hospice services. Our interdisciplinary approach to care encompasses patients’ holistic needs, including physical, social and spiritual.We Community Foundation Grants ...... 7. focus on creating an environment where patients and their families are treated as if they were our own. The Wild Steer...... 8 Contact us today to learn more. ADRC-CW Nutrition Program Information . . . . 9. AseraCare - Wausau 4107 Barbican Ave., Suite 220 Menus ...... 10. Weston,WI 54476 Phone: 715-355-4797 ADRC-CW Dining Site Activities ...... 12. Toll-free: 877-234-8571 www.AseraCare.com/Wausau Arts and Crafts ...... 14.
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Games and Social ...... 26. • Nursing/Therapy • Laundry/Housekeeping Energy Assistance ...... 28. • Bathing/Personal Care • Oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP Providing Care or Not Providing Care ...... 29 • Break for caregiver/ Respite care Health and Support ...... 30. • Crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, scooters Disability Advocacy Day 2019...... 33 • Beds, Bathroom aids, Wound supplies Fluids for Older Adults ...... 34 • Hospice Care February is Heart Month ...... 35 • Lifeline Medical Alert For more information Information, Meetings, and Outings ...... 36. call 715.847.2600 or 1.800.600.8296 Transportation ...... 38. AAHADS-001
FEBRUARY 2019 3 ADRC-CW INFO
ANTIGO OFFICE MISSION 1225 Langlade Road The Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin Antigo, WI 54409 promotes choice and independence through personalized education, advocacy, and access to services that prevent, delay, and lessen the impacts of aging and disabilities in the lives of adults .
VISION We are widely recognized as the preferred choice for initial contact and early access to information and resources that prevent, delay and lessen the impacts of aging and disabilities in the lives of adults . MARSHFIELD OFFICE Our regional resource center promotes easy access to innovative 300 S . Peach Ave ,. Suite 1 Marshfield, WI 54449 ADRC services so that our consumers participate in the community as they desire, and live with dignity, respect, health and purpose .
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DONATIONS TO THE ADRC-CW Donation designation form can be found on page 39 . The ADRC-CW accepts donations used to promote and fulfill programs that accomplish its mission . Donations are used where they are most needed or can be designated for any of our program areas in our region WAUSAU OFFICE Donations can be sent to our Wausau office: 2600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 25 Aging and Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin Wausau, WI 54401 2600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 25 Wausau, WI 54401 Please include contact information so we can recognize your generosity and how you would like the donation used . For more information on how to donate, call 715-627-6347 .
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4 FEBRUARY 2019 Thank You
The ADRC-CW thanks all those who help the organization serve older adults, adults with disabilities, their families, and caregivers throughout the region.
A special thank you is extended to:
Karen Kieper who organized the delivery of homemade blankets to all the meals on wheels participants in Langlade County. Karen organized the collection and distribution to these home-bound residents with help from the Salvation Army, CoVantage Credit Union, Antigo Lions, Hyland Lakes Lions, the Antigo Junior Women, and The Bay at Eastview.
O’Tannenbaum Tour in Merrill who generously donated $300 to the meals on wheels program in Lincoln County.
The Merrill Busy Bees Club who distributed cards and snowmen to the meals on wheels participants in Lincoln County.
Cindy Anderson and Steve Daugherty who made and distributed homemade cupcakes to the meals on wheels and senior dining program in Wisconsin Rapids.
Church Mutual/Christmas is Committee in Merrill for their generous donation to the meals on wheels program.
John T. McCarrier and Andrea McCarrier for their generous monetary donation to the meals on wheels program.
FEBRUARY 2019 5 ADRC-CW EDUCATION PROGRAMS To see a full listing of classes and events, visit our website: www.adrc-cw.org Healthy Living with Diabetes A six-week class to help adults living with type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, or who live with someone that does. In this weekly interactive class, learn to set goals, problem-solve, improve blood sugar, make healthy food choices, and new solutions to live well. Suggested contribution for complete workshop: $10. Call 1-888-486-9545 for the next workshop!
Living Well with Chronic Conditions A six-week class to help adults with an ongoing health condition live a healthy life and feel better. In this weekly interactive class, learn to set goals, problem-solve, cope with common symptoms, form healthy routines, and discover new solutions to live well. Suggested contribution for complete workshop: $10. • Next session begins in Marshfield: Feb 8 at 10:00 am Call 1-888-486-9545 for the next workshop!
Powerful Tools for Caregivers A six-week class to help family caregivers take care of themselves. In this weekly interactive class, learn to reduce stress, improve confidence, communication, and locate helpful resources. Suggested contribution for complete workshop: $10. Call 1-888-486-9545 for the next workshop!
Stepping On A seven-week class to help adults reduce falls and stay active. In this interactive weekly class, learn about balance and strength exercises, safety at home, and ways to be strong and steady wherever you go. Suggested contribution for complete workshop: $10. Call 1-888-486-9545 for the next workshop!
Medicare Basics This class session provides the basics of Medicare for those new to Medicare or those enrolling soon. Medicare parts A-D, along with supplement policies, and other prescription drug coverage are explained. A Medicare Basics session is free, but registration is required. • Next session begins in Antigo: Feb 13 at 9:00 am • Next session begins in Marshfield: Feb 18 at 9:00 am • Next session begins in Merrill: Feb 14 at 1:00 pm • Nest session begins in Tomahawk: Feb 27 at 1:00 pm • Next session begins in Wausau: Feb 13 at 1:00 pm • Next session begins in Wisconsin Rapids: Feb 28 at 1:00 pm Call 1-888-486-9545 to register for the next workshop!
6 FEBRUARY 2019 The ADRC-CW is pleased and honored to be awarded community enhancement grants for a new meals on wheels vehicle . We wish to express our gratitude to the Community Foundation for seeing the value in our services and our commitment to senior nutrition programs .
Support for this project was provided through the Wausau-Marathon County Fund of the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin and the James L . Kemerling Fund within the Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin .
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FEBRUARY 2019 7 The Wild Steer New Café 60 Location
The ADRC-CW is pleased to announce a new, but not so new, Café 60 location: The Wild Steer Diner located in the Equity Auction House in Stratford.
This is not the first time the ADRC-CW has had a Café 60 location in the Equity Auction House. Before the Wild Steer Diner occupied the space, JJ’s Café hosted Café 60 customers. In 2015, when Jamie Strohkirch opened the Wild Steer Diner, she was told about the program by the owner of JJ’s Café. It wasn’t long before her customers were asking her if she would consider hosting Café 60 customers and contracting with the ADRC-CW.
Jamie reached out to the nutrition director for more information on the Café 60 program. She found out that there was another location very nearby so offering her a contract was not possible. Although she wasn’t able to contract with the ADRC-CW in 2015, she still wanted to serve her senior diners the best she could. Jamie took matters into her own hands and created a senior menu. These menu items included smaller portions at a more affordable price.
The ADRC-CW is excited to embark on this new partnership with Jamie and the Wild Steer Diner. Jamie’s menu is filled with homemade items that meet the nutritional guidelines set for the program. It is not easy to replace a long-standing, small-town café but The Wild Steer provides a warm and welcoming environment for all of its customers. Jamie has adopted the Trauma Informed Principles of the ADRC-CW: welcoming, trustworthy, respectful, collaborative, and empowering.
There are three Café 60 locations, Athens Country Café in Athens, Korner Kitchen in Edgar, and now The Wild Steer in Stratford. If you would like more information or would like to register as a participant in the Café 60 program, you can pick up information at any of the Café 60 locations or call 715-261-6070.
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8 FEBRUARY 2019 NUTRITION Nutrition Program Information
COMMUNITY CONGREGATE SENIOR DINING CAFÉ 60 DINING Who is eligible? Anyone age 60 or older and their spouse . Enjoy a balanced meal & social A disabled individual who resides at home with an eligible older opportunities . Eligibility is the individual who participates in the program . same as Senior Dining . To get A person with a disability, under age 60, who resides in senior started, you’ll need to complete housing where Senior Dining is provided . (Includes: Huntington, a registration form & request Riverview Towers, Jenny Towers, Cedar Rail, Parkview coupons . Then you use your Marshfield) coupon to eat at a Café 60 Suggested Contribution: $3.75 per meal approved restaurant any time (Full cost of a meal is $8 .50 .) the restaurant is open and order Your contribution is very important to continued success of this from the Café 60 menu . For Nutrition Program . We rely on participant contributions to cover information on getting started, about 30 percent of our program costs . Some program costs are pick up a packet of information, covered by local, state & federal grant dollars . with the registration form at any No eligible person will be denied a meal due to the inability to contribute . Café 60 location, or call the ADRC-CW: 715-261-6070 or Reservations 888-486-9545 . Reservations are needed by 12:00 Noon ONE business day in advance . For more information, or for reservations, call 888-486- Suggested Café 60 meal 9545 or by visiting our website . contributions are $4 50. per meal and include gratuity . MEALS ON WHEELS No eligible person is denied a Who is eligible? meal due to inability to contribute . Each of the following criteria must be met to be eligible for Meals The full meal cost is $9 30. per on Wheels: meal 60 years or older, or the spouse of someone who participates in the program Must be homebound (does not leave the home under normal Athens Country Café circumstances) 220 Alfred St, in Athens Be physically or emotionally unable to obtain food/prepare 715-257-2277 adequate meals . Tues-Sat: 6:30 am to 8:00 pm Each request for Meals on Wheels is evaluated on an individual Sun: 6:30 am to 2:00 pm basis . For more information, call 888-486-9545 . Closed Mondays Suggested Contribution: $4.50 per meal (Full cost of a meal is $9 .00 .) Korner Kitchen We rely on participant contributions to cover about 30 percent W4090 Highway H in Edgar of our program costs . Some program costs are covered by local, 715-352-7424 state & federal grant dollars . Open 7 days a week: No eligible person is denied a meal due to inability to contribute . 6:00 am to 10:00 pm Cancellations Cancellations are needed by 12:00 Noon ONE business day in Wild Steer Diner advance . To cancel your meal by phone, call 888-486-9545 .You EP4363 State Hwy 97 in Stratford can also visit our online cancellation form: http://www .adrc-cw . Mon-Thurs: 6:00 am to 2:30 pm org/services/meals-for-seniors/menus/senior-meal-reservation- Fri: 6:00 am to 1:00 pm cancellation/ Closed Saturday and Sunday
FEBRUARY 2019 9 NUTRITION Meal reservations and cancelations are February Menu needed by NOON one business day Antigo, Merrill, and Tomahawk in advance.
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 BBQ Pork All Meals Include: Whole Wheat Hoagie Margarine/Butter, Milk, Coffee, and Condiments Scalloped Potatoes (Coffee not included with Meals on Wheels) Peas & Carrots Menu subject to change without notice Diced Pears
4 5 6 7 8 Chicken Parmesan Salmon Filet Turkey Tetrazzini Beef Vegetable Stew Hamburger Whole Grain Rotini Tartar Sauce Carrots Biscuit Bun Noodles Twice Baked Mashed Sliced Pickled Beets Veggie Blend Steamed Onions Ketchup Brussels Sprouts Potatoes Whole Wheat Roll Tossed Romaine & Baked Beans Pears Creamed Peas Peach Upside Down Spinach Salad Roasted Potatoes Berries & Yogurt Whole Wheat Bread Cake Dressing Ambrosia Fruit Salad Spice Cake FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS Cookie
11 12 13 14 15 Chef Salad w/Romaine Pork Roast Beef Tips w/Mushrooms Lasagna Baked Fish Lettuce Tomatoes Mashed Potatoes Whole Grain Noodles Carrots Parsley Buttered Diced Turkey Gravy Cauliflower Tossed Romaine Lettuce Potatoes Hard Boiled Egg Pea, Cheese, & Onion 12 Grain Bread Salad Tartar Sauce Shredded Cheese Salad Warm Cinnamon Apple w/Dressing Creamy Coleslaw Dressing Whole Grain Bread Garlic Breadstick Rye Bread Fresh Roll Blueberry Cobbler Beetnik Chocolate Banana Cream Pie Bar Split Pea Soup Valentine Cake Cookie VALENTINE’S DAY
18 19 20 21 22 Cheese Manicotti w/ Ham on Marble Rye Roast Beef Brat on a Bun Chicken Broccoli Marinara Sauce w/ Romaine Lettuce & Mashed Potatoes Ketchup Casserole Tossed Romaine & Tomato Gravy Steamed Onions Vegetable Blend Spinach Salad Mustard/Mayo Squash Roasted Potatoes Whole Wheat Bread Dressing Hearty Bean Soup Whole Wheat Roll Baked Beans Bananas & Vanilla Pineapple Crackers Creamy Raspberry Jell-O Grape Salad Pudding Brownie Mandarin Oranges Dessert Cookie CABIN FEVER 25 26 27 28 Tuna Noodle Casserole Meatloaf Honey Mustard Pork Italian Rigatoni Casserole Vegetable Mix Mashed Potatoes Baked Sweet Potato Green Beans Dinner Roll Gravy Cauliflower Romaine Lettuce Salad & Diced Fruit Mix Broccoli Whole Wheat Bread Dressing Apple Cake Whole Wheat Bread Cinnamon Applesauce Garlic Breadstick Pumpkin Bar Carrot Cake
10 FEBRUARY 2019 NUTRITION Meal reservations and cancelations are needed by NOON one business day in advance. February Menu Marshfield, Wausau, and Wisconsin Rapids
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 Egg, Ham, Pepper & All Meals Include: Cheese Breakfast Bake Margarine/Butter, Milk, Coffee, and Condiments Oven Browned Potatoes (Coffee not included with Meals on Wheels) Seasoned Broccoli Menu subject to change without notice Fruit Muffin Rhubarb Cake
4 5 6 7 8 Hamburger Beef Vegetable Stew Salmon Filet Turkey Tetrazzini Chicken Parmesan Bun Biscuit Tartar Sauce Carrots Whole Grain Rotini Steamed Onions Ketchup Veggie Blend Twice Baked Mashed Sliced Pickled Beets Noodles Baked Beans Tossed Romaine & Potatoes Whole Wheat Roll Brussels Sprouts Potato Salad Spinach Salad Creamed Peas Peach Upside Down Cake Pears Ambrosia Fruit Salad Dressing Whole Wheat Bread FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS Berries & Yogurt Cookie Spice Cake
11 12 13 14 15 Lasagna Beef Tips w/Mushrooms Chef Salad Pork Roast Baked Fish Carrots Whole Grain Noodles w/Romaine Lettuce Mashed Potatoes Parsley Buttered Potatoes Tossed Romaine Lettuce Cauliflower Tomatoes Gravy Tartar Sauce Salad 12 Grain Bread Diced Turkey Pea, Cheese, & Onion Creamy Coleslaw w/Dressing Warm Cinnamon Apples Hard Boiled Egg Salad Rye Bread Garlic Breadstick Shredded Cheese Whole Grain Bread Blueberries Beetnik Chocolate Cake Dressing Banana Cream Pie Bar Fresh Roll VALENTINE’S DAY Split Pea Soup Cookie
18 19 20 21 22 Ham on Marble Rye Tuna Noodle Casserole Roast Beef Brat On a Bun Chicken Broccoli w/Romaine Lettuce & Vegetable Mix Mashed Potatoes Ketchup Casserole Tomato Dinner Roll Gravy Steamed Onions Vegetable Blend Mustard/Mayo Diced Fruit Mix Squash Roasted Potatoes Whole Wheat Bread Hearty Bean Soup Creamy Raspberry Jello Whole Wheat Roll Baked Beans Bananas & Vanilla Crackers Dessert Apple Cake Grape Salad Pudding Mandarin Oranges CABIN FEVER Cookie 25 26 27 28 Chicken Taco Casserole Meatloaf Chicken Breast Honey Mustard Pork Mixed Veggies Baby Bakers w/Mushroom & Bacon Baked Sweet Potato Dinner Roll Whole Kernel Corn Sauce Cauliflower Mandarin Oranges Whole Wheat Bread Mashed Potatoes Whole Wheat Bread Snickerdoodle Cookie Pumpkin Bar Asparagus Cinnamon Applesauce Oatmeal Bread Brownie
FEBRUARY 2019 11 NUTRITION Community Congregate Dining Activities Antigo Community Congregate Parkview Apartments 606 S. Walnut Avenue, 715-384-8479 Dining Activities Serving Monday – Friday 11:45 am Antigo Community Church Frequent Diner Prize: Last day of the month 723 Deleglise Street, Antigo, 715-627-6232 Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 7 Serving Monday – Friday 11:30 am Valentine’s Day: Feb 14 Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 6 Cabin Fever: Feb 21 Valentine’s Day: Feb 14 Cabin Fever: Feb 20 Merrill Community Congregate Elcho Community Center Dining Activities N11234 Dorr Street, Elcho, 715-627-6232 Jenny Towers: Serving Monday Wednesday and Thursday 11:30 am 711 E. 1st Street, 715-536-0311 BINGO: Wednesdays at 12:15 Serving Monday – Friday 11:30 am Chair Yoga: Mondays and Thursdays 11:00 Joke day: Fridays Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 6 Elder Benefit Specialist Visit: Feb 5 Valentine’s Day: Feb 14 Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 6 Cabin Fever: Feb 21 Valentine’s Day: Feb 14 Cabin Fever: Feb 20 St. Mary’s Church N9155 Hwy 55, Pickerel, 715-627-6232 Tomahawk Community Congregate Serving Monday and Wednesday 11:30 am Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 6 Dining Activities Valentine’s Day: Feb 14 Tomahawk Senior Center Cabin Fever: Feb 20 113 S. Tomahawk Avenue, 715-536-0311 Serving Monday – Friday 11:30 am White Lake Community Center Games (BINGO /Wii Bowling/Bean Bag Toss) 615 School Street, White Lake, 715-627-6232 Fridays at 12:30 Serving Tuesday and Thursday 11:30 am Elder Benefit Specialist Visit: Feb 6 Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 6 Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 6 National Lost Penny Day: Feb 12 Valentine’s Day, Minute to Win It: Feb 14 Valentine’s Day: Feb 14 Cabin Fever, Senior Olympics: Feb 20 Cabin Fever: Feb 21 Wausau Community Congregate Marshfield Community Congregate Dining Activities Dining Activities Riverview Towers Apartments Cedar Rail Apartments 500 Grand Avenue, 715-842-7266 601 S. Cedar Avenue, 715-384-8479 Serving Monday – Friday 11:30 am Serving Monday – Friday 11:45 am Frequent Diner Prize: Last day of the month Frequent Diner Prize: Last day of the month Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 7 Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 7 Valentine’s Day, Hearts and Hoop Toss: Feb 14 Valentine’s Day: Feb 14 Cabin Fever: Feb 21 Cabin Fever: Feb 21 Don’t Tip the Cow: Feb 28
12 FEBRUARY 2019 NUTRITION Community Congregate Dining Activities Wisconsin Rapids Community Congregate Dining Activities Riverview Monuments Centralia Center th 220 3rd Avenue South, 715-421-0014 4012 N. 6 St.,Wausau, WI Serving Monday – Friday 11:45 am 715-675-3553 Frequent diner prize: last day of the month www.riverviewmonuments.com 05285655 Funny Fridays: Come share your jokes and stories BINGO: Feb 5
Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 7 Safety and Service Valentine’s Day, Music by Brian Erickson: Feb 14 is our Business. MARSHFIELD BUS SERVICE Presidents Day: Feb 18 MAJESTIC PINES Cost per person 1/2 • 00 Cabin Fever: Feb 21 Price • is $10 Bingo BINGO & CASINO • BINGO: Feb 25 • Need on Mondays • to register • before 2pm DEPARTING AT 4:20 PM 1507 S. ANTON AVE. • Huntington House Additional pick-up in Neillsville at 5:00PM Strike Time Lanes Always looking • Bachelor/Bachelorette &Wedding Shuttles •Tours • Call for Details 2521 10th Street South, 715-421-0014 for qualified drivers! Serving Monday – Friday 11:45 am Safely Transporting Students of the Marshfield School District Since 1992. 05427533 Crafts with Kathryn: Wednesdays CALL MONDAY-FRIDAY BETWEEN 8 AM & 12 PM • 1-800-380-1287 OR 715-387-0101 Frequent Diner Prize: Last day of the month 1507 S. ANTON, MARSHFIELD • Email: [email protected] Birthdays and Anniversaries: Feb 7 Valentine’s Day: Feb 14 Cabin Fever: Feb 21
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FEBRUARY 2019 13 ARTS & CRAFTS Community Happenings Arts and Crafts Antigo Area Wisconsin Rapids Area Senior Center of Langlade County: Lowell Center: 1225 Langlade Road, 715-627-6632 220 3rd Avenue S, 715-421-1051
Made By Hand Workshop: Card Workshop St. Mary & St. Hyacinth School, 1st and 3rd Feb 2 Tuesdays at 1:00 pm. Contact: Carol Hanson 715-424-1509 Bring your own projects, or help us make mittens, Call the week before the class. hats and scarfs for the needy in our community. Registration is required, class is limited to 15 Come and share ideas, learn new skills, and meet participants with $5 fee. new people. Made-By-Hand Class: Marshfield Area Tuesdays at 9:30 am An open knit and crochet session. Bring your 2nd Street Community Center: projects and join other crafters for a morning of fun. 211 East 2nd Street, 715-486-2055
Craft Tyme: Thursdays at 1:00 pm
Merrill Area Merrill Enrichment Center (MEC) 303 North Sales Street, 715-536-4226
Quilting: Tuesdays at 12:30 pm Quilting Club – newcomers welcome!
Painting with Amy: You will leave the class with your art creation! Options are a 12 x 16 canvas for $15 or a 16 x 20 canvas for $25. Call for dates.
Handcrafted Greeting Card Class: Call for dates. Class cost is $3.00
Refresh Furniture Class: Cost - $30 - all paint supplies furnished by Dave Call for dates. Contact: 715-536-4226
14 FEBRUARY 2019 Activities to Engage People with Dementia By Erin Johnson, Caregiver Support Coordinator If you’re caring for someone who has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, you likely spend time keeping that person active and engaged in the world around them. In the early stages of dementia, if possible, encourage continued involvement in regular activities – bridge club, a weekly lunch date with friends, service organizations, or a coffee clutch. Over time, as abilities become more limited due to their progressing dementia, it becomes difficult for the person you’re caring for to remain involved in their regular activities.
Not surprisingly, continued participation in stimulating, enjoyable activities remains important for many reasons. Activities can help the person you’re caring for, feel like they are successful at something and provide a sense of self-worth that they may be missing. In addition, focusing on a task or activity can help distract someone with dementia when they are bored, engaging in unwanted behaviors like rummaging through closets or hiding items; or when they’re experiencing strong feelings of anger, frustration or depression. Additionally, participating in enjoyable activities throughout the day can decrease the opportunity or desire to take a nap, which can help improve overnight sleep routines for the person in your care.
When thinking about activities for your loved one, it’s important to consider things they’re familiar with, topics they’re interested in, or something that has special meaning for them. Ideas could include:
Get outside – go for a short walk in the park, go Cook or bake together – try new, simple recipes or fishing, bird watching, feed ducks at the local pond, make treasured, time-tested favorites! Depending on or sit on a bench at the park and watch the people interest or ability, they could help gather ingredients, and animals. Go for a drive to a favorite spot or stir ingredients in the bowl, or help with clean- down previously traveled roads. up. Not only will the process of preparing food be engaging, eating what you’ve prepared will open the Spend time reminiscing – talk with them about door for more enjoyment and conversation. their life. Ask about their childhood activities or friends and other favorite memories. Make a photo Other activities of interest – consider previous album of treasured photos they can peruse. Watch hobbies or favorite activities the person you’re caring family videos together, or create a memory box for once participated in. If they used to paint or with special mementos they’ve collected over the knit, they might find enjoyment in craft activities years. When they have “down time” or feel bored, a to channel their creative side. A mother or a former memory box or photo album can be a great tool to child care provider may find comfort caring for a fill that time. toy baby doll. A nature photographer might enjoy looking at nature magazines and picture books. A Read – encourage them to read their favorite books. car enthusiast may find happiness flipping through If they’re no longer able to read on their own, you a book about vintage cars, watching a car cruise, or could read aloud to them or help them with an engaging in discussion about their favorite cars – audiobook or provide picture books. year, make and model.
Enjoy music together – play the piano or another As time passes, the ability of your loved one to instrument and sing songs together. Play songs from participate in activities will change. They may play their favorite musician or band; create a playlist of their the piano and sing songs with you now, but over favorite singers or genre. Watch videos of their favorite time, they may continue signing but stop playing the band performing live or talk about special memories piano. Later, they may stop singing but still enjoy from concerts or performances they’ve attended. listening to music with you. Continued on page 16
FEBRUARY 2019 15 Activities to Engage People with Dementia Continued In addition, as their dementia progresses, simple tasks can also provide a great reward. These could include simple puzzles with fewer pieces, cutting pictures from magazines to make a picture book, folding towels, matching socks, and sorting coins or bolts.
As a caregiver, it can be overwhelming to coordinate and oversee all of the daily needs of someone with dementia. It’s important to know you don’t need to do it alone! Perhaps a family member, a friend of the person you’re caring for, or a home care agency employee can help your loved one participate in engaging activities, too. Maybe a granddaughter comes over to bake once a week with the person you’re caring for, or their longtime friend visits periodically to reminisce about their childhood and school years. Think “outside the box” as others may be able to help the person you’re caring for participate in meaningful, engaging activities.
To learn more about activities for people with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, visit the Alzheimer’s Association website at www.alz.org, call them at 1-800-272-3900, or contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin at 1-888-486-9545.
Erin Johnson is passionate about engaging people with dementia in the community and providing a safe and positive community experience for all those who suffer from or support someone who suffers from dementia. Supercarers. (2017, June 26). 13 Stimulating dementia activities to try with your loved one [Blog post]. Retrieved from: https://supercarers.com/ blog/13-ways-to-provide-stimulating-activities-for-your-loved-one-with-dementia/ Allen, K. (2018, January 3). Activities to get the alzheimer’s and dementia patient engaged [Blog post]. Retrieved from: https://www.brightfocus. org/alzheimer’s/article/activities-get-alzheimers-and-dementia-patient-engaged
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16 FEBRUARY 2019 BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS Community Happenings Blood Pressure Clinics Antigo Area 3rd Sunday of the month at 9:00 am 1st Wednesday of the month at 1:00 pm Saint Mary’s Church Langlade County Health Department 712 Market Street, Marathon Contact: 715-627-6250 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:30 am 2nd Monday of the month at 11:15 am Island Place Apartments St. Mary’s, Pickerel 400 River Drive, Wausau Contact: 715-627-6250 3rd Monday of the month at 10:15 am 3rd Wednesday of the month at 9:30 am City Walk Apartments 1st Avenue Apartments 120 Grand Ave, Wausau Contact: 715-627-6250 3rd Thursday of the month at 11:00 am 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11:15 am The Salvation Army Elcho Community Center 202 Callon Street, Wausau Contact: 715-627-6250 2nd Thursday of the month at 10:30 am Wednesdays at 9:00 am Kannenberg Plaza Antigo Fire Department 1240 Merrill Ave, Wausau Contact: 715-623-3633 ext 140 Contact United Way RSVP of Marathon County 715-298-5721 Marshfield Area Feb 26 at 11:00 am Wisconsin Rapids Area 2nd Street Community Center 3rd Monday of the month at 2:00 pm 211 E 2nd St Chula Vista Apartments Blood pressure and blood sugar testing provided by 1200 Huntington Ave Three Oaks. Contact: 800-397-4216 Ascension At Home provides free blood pressure Wausau Area checks in Wisconsin Rapids every month. No 1st Sunday of the month at 9:15 am appointment is necessary, and there is no cost. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church All Tuesdays at 10:00 am 930 Edgewood Rd, Wausau 1st Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am 1st Thursday of the month at 8:30 am Lowell Center Riverview Towers 220 3rd Ave South 500 Grand Avenue, Wausau Contact: 715-421-1051 1st Thursday of the month at 10:00 am Nekoosa area Sturgeon Bluffs 1320 Grand Ave, Wausau 2nd Thursday of the month, 1:00 pm Retirement Community of Nekoosa 2nd Sunday of the month at 9:15 am 145 North Cedar Street St. John Catholic Church 103 N. Fourth Avenue, Edgar Contact: Ascension at Home 800-397-4216 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10:00 am The Neighbor’s Place 745 Scott Street, Wausau
FEBRUARY 2019 17 AARP Foundation Tax Aide Program Tax Help Information AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation help to anyone 50 and older and can’t afford a tax preparation service, AARP is made especially for you. They understand that retirement or other life changes may mean your taxes are a little more complicated now. With the help of AARP’s team of IRS-certified volunteers, Taxes are made easy for you.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is planning to help out in several locations throughout the ADRC-CW region. There’s no fee and no sales pitch for other services, and AARP membership is not required. Antigo: Resource Center Wausau: UW Extension 837 Clermont St, lower level 212 River Dr Services provided Tuesdays and Thursdays by Services provided Tuesdays and Wednesdays by appointment only. appointment only. Appointments in February and March Appointments from February 5 to April 11 Call: 715-627-6580 after January 17 to make your Call: 715-298-5734 after January 17 to make your appointment. You must leave a message with your appointment. name, telephone number and the best time to reach you. You will be called back Wausau: Kannenberg Plaza 1240 Merrill Ave Marshfield: 2nd Street Community Center Services provided Thursday, February 21, from 8:00 211 E 2nd St, Drendel Room am to Noon Services provided Mondays and Wednesdays by Call: 715-298-5734 after January 17 to make your appointment only. appointment. Appointments from February 11 to April 10 Accepting walk-ins Call: 211 or 877-947-2211 after February 1 to make an appointment. A reminder card will be mailed Wausau: Riverview Towers with a list of forms and documents to bring to the 500 Grand Ave appointment. Services provided Thursday, February 28, from Noon to 3:00 pm Merrill: Merrill Enrichment Center Call: 715-298-5734 after January 17 to make your 303 N Sales St appointment. Services provided on Thursdays by appointment only. Accepting walk-ins Appointments on February 14 and March 14 Call: 715-298-5734 after January 10 to make an Wisconsin Rapids: Lowell Center appointment. Expect long wait times. 220 3rd Ave S Services provided two to three days a week February Mosinee: Mosinee Methodist Church through mid-April 607 13th St Currently looking for volunteers to conduct this Services provided Thursday, March 21, by program. Volunteers needed to prepare taxes, appointment only. welcome taxpayers and organize paperwork, and Call: 715-298-5734 after January 17 to make your greet people. appointment.
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FEBRUARY 2019 19 EXERCISE & FITNESS Community Happenings Exercise and Fitness Antigo Area Marshfield Area Senior Center of Langlade County: 2nd Street Community Center: 1225 Langlade Road, 715-627-6632 211 East 2nd Street, 715-486-2055
Arthritis Exercise: Arthritis Foundation Exercise Class: Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:00 am Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 am Contact: 715-384-4642 Strong Bones: $3.00 drop-in fee, or a punch card can be purchased Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 am at the class for 16 weeks for $42 or 8 weeks for $24. You may join the class at any time; no need to wait Water aerobics, Ai-Chi, Arthritis Classes & Other for the next session to start. Active Older Adult Programs: Clara R. McKenna Aquatic Center Gentle Yoga: 111 Western Avenue Mondays and Fridays at 10:00 am Contact: Mary Ponasik 715-627-0497 [email protected] Fitness Room: Monday thru Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Square Dance Club Antigo Gateway Squares: Contact: Kelly at 715-486-2043 2nd and 4th Sundays at 2:00 pm Tai Chi: United Methodist Church, 2034 W. 5th Avenue Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:15 am Contact: Rose Marie Kerner 715-623-2128 Contact: 715-384-4642 or Stacie Lauscher 715-598-2907 $3.00 drop-in fee, or purchase a punch card for the [email protected] class, 16 weeks for $42 or 8 weeks for $24. You may join the class at any time; no need to wait for the Zumba: next session to start. The Well Church 639 7th Avenue Water Exercise: Contact: 715-350-2176 Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 am Marshfield Sr. High Pool Zumba Gold: Contact: Kelly, 715-486-2043 Body Envy $3.00 drop-in fee 700 S Superior Street Contact: Terry Johnson 414- 943-7424 Strong Bones: Athens Area Fire Department Active Older Adult Programs: 208 Caroline St. Body Envy Contact: Jackie 715-576-4649 or Sara 715-257-7022 700 S Superior Street Contact: Kim 715-216-1485 Fitness Programs: Marshfield Parks & Recreation Active Older Adult Programs: 211 E. 2nd Street Ste. 111 Aspirus Health & Performance Center Contact: 715-384-4642 or 112 East 5th Avenue http://ci.marshfield.wi.us/departments/parks_and_ Contact: 715-623-9924 recreation
20 FEBRUARY 2019 EXERCISE & FITNESS Community Happenings Exercise and Fitness Fitness Programs: Open Swim: Marshfield Clinic Health System YMCA AmericInn 410 W. McMillan St. 3300 East Main Street Contact: 715-387-4900 or www.mfldymca.org Contact: 715-536-7979
Stratford Continuing Education: Be Well Yoga: Athens, Edgar, Green Valley, Halder, Loyal, Our Savior’s Church Marshfield, Spencer, and Stratford. 300 Logan Street Contact: Linda [email protected] or Contact Gigi: 715-297-6540 http://www.stratfordclasses.com Karate/Aikido: Merrill Area Center for Creative Wellness Merrill Enrichment Center (MEC) 406 West Main Street 303 North Sales Street, 715-536-4226 Contact: 715-873-4978 Strong Bodies Open Gym hours/Indoor and Outdoor Walking: Mondays and Wednesdays at 7:50 am Merrill High School Feb 11 through Apr 17 1201 N Sales Street Contact: Debbie Moellendorf 715-539-1077 Contact: 715-536-4594, ext 3024 Registration packets available on the Lincoln County UW-Extension website or at the office in the lower Water Aerobics/Indoor Walking: level of the Lincoln county Service Center. Prairie River Middle School Cost $48 for two session per week for ten weeks. 106 N. Polk Street Instructor: Janet Thompson Contact: Kristi at [email protected] Mind and Body Wellness Program: Silver Sneakers & Other Active Older Adult Wednesdays at 9:00 am Programs: Contact: 715-536-4226 Riverside Athletic Club Provided by the MEC, along with grant funding 500 South Center Drive from Security Health Plan. Contact: 715-536-2481
Chair Yoga: Zumba Classes: Mondays at 10:00 am Smith Center (Merrill Area Recreation Complex) Contact: 715-536-4226 1100 Marc Drive Instructor Gigi Heinz St. John Lutheran Church 1104 E 3rd Street Strength and Balance: Contact: Brenda 715-536-3330 Wednesdays at 10:00 am Instructor Gigi Heinz Chair Yoga, Chair Chi & Other Active Older Adult Programs: Walking: Kindhearted Home Care Monday thru Thursday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm 120 S. Mill Street Check in at the front desk. There is no activity fee Contact: 715-218-3772 for walking. PLEASE BRING WALKING SHOES
FEBRUARY 2019 21 THEME: FACES AND PLACES ACROSS 1. Fraternity K 6. ____Jeeves.com 9. Civil rights icon 13. Think tank output 14. Like a dim star 15. What pigeon did 16. *Up on compass 17. Shakespearean fuss 18. Did like goo 19. *On a novelty button 21. Decline 23. Galley tool 24. “Workers of the world, ____!” 25. ____-Air in L.A. 28. Way off freeway 30. *Pain scale faces, e.g. 34. “-zoic” periods 36. “______good example” 38. Xe 39. Hokkaido native 40. *Face in a text 42. Crescent 43. *Like Jason’s or Freddy’s face 45. October birthstone 46. Genealogical plant 47. Capital of Taiwan 49. “Tosca” tune 51. Blunder 52. Chopper blade 54. One of Indiana’s quests 56. *On a prankster’s face? 58. *Like one at a haunted house 61. Selected 62. Water snake 64. Prejudiced person 66. Macho men 67. Pastrami holder 68. South American camelid 69. *Like one in front of Taj Mahal? 70. Create with cloth 71. George to George W.
DOWN 1. Reunion bunch 2. #17 Across, pl. 3. Make waves 4. BBQ spot 5. Masonry unit 6. Not home 7. *Like one at a funeral 27. Hawaiian veranda 55. Whale’s lunch 8. Familiar 29. Memorandum, for short 56. Sound of relief 9. *Face on Mount Rushmore 31. Accustom 57. Opening page 10. Do like goo 32. Not a gregarious one 58. A whole bunch 11. “As ____ on TV” 33. *On a snob’s face 59. “Goodness gracious!” 12. Put two and two together 35. *One receiving something unexpected 60. Top of the Capitol 15. Cerebral part 37. A bit cracked 20. Clear the board 41. Hipbone-related 61. Repeated Cuban dance step 22. Doesn’t mix with water 44. Monarch bodyguard 63. Needle hole 24. To the required standards, 3 words 48. I in T.G.I.F. 65. Makes feathers stick 25. *In Beauty’s magic mirror 50. Fit for farming 26. “The Goldbergs” sibling 53. Deed hearings Anwers on page 37
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FEBRUARY 2019 23 EXERCISE & FITNESS Community Happenings Exercise and Fitness Tomahawk Area Movers & Shakers/Group Exercise Class: Rothschild Village Hall Strong Bones: 211 Grand Ave United Methodist Church Contact: 715-359-3660 1104 School Road
Mondays and Thursdays Tai Chi Moving for Better Balance: 7:30, 9:00, 10:30 am, 3:30 and 5:30 pm Contact: Jane at 715-298-1851 or Winter program Jan 7 through Mar 21 $44 [email protected] Spring program Apr 1 through May 16 $28 Contact: 715-539-1072 Arthritis Exercise Class: Early registration recommended, classes fill up fast. Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00 am Program is offered through the UW-Extension. Schofield City Hall 200 Park St Wausau Area Contact: Jill at 715-298-2104 or Healthy Aging Programs: [email protected] United Way of Marathon County 705 S 24th Ave Strong Bones Exercise Class: Contact: 715-298-5721 Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 am Free weekly programs with a different topic each week. Atrium Post-Acute Care of Weston 6001 Alderson St Strong Bones Exercise Class: Contact: Sandy 715-675-2045 Athens Area Fire Department 208 Caroline St Fitness Classes: Contact: Jackie at 715-573-4649 or Stratford Continuing Education, Athens, Edgar, Sara at 715-257-7022 Green Valley, Halder, Loyal, Marshfield, Spencer, and Stratford Cardio & Weight Equipment: Contact: Linda [email protected] or Marathon Wellness Center http://www.stratfordclasses.com 204 East St Contact: Ryan at 715-443-2226 ext. 4213 Active Older Adult Programs: Woodson YMCA Wausau Branch Water Walking, Water Aerobics, Aqua Zumba: 707 3rd St Marathon Swim Association Contact: 715-845-2177 401 4th St Contact: Cathy at 715-443-3772 North Central Health Care Aquatic Services: Active Older Adults/ Sit and Stay Fit: 1100 Lake View Dr Mosinee United Methodist Church, 607 13th St Aquatic Physical Therapy, Contact: 715-848-4551 Contact: 715-693-2125 Water Exercise Programs, Contact: 715-848-4535 Water Exercise/Aqua Zumba: Senior Fitness Program: YMCA Mosinee Satellite, Creske Center Aspirus Outpatient Therapies, 3200 Westhill Dr 700 High St Contact: 715-847-2827 Contact: 715-693-2550 x 3441
24 FEBRUARY 2019 EXERCISE & FITNESS Community Happenings Exercise and Fitness Senior Yoga, Tai Chi and more: Walking Path: 5 Koshas Yoga & Wellness Center Monday thru Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm 2220 Sherman St Contact: www.5koshasyoga.com or call 715-298-1954 Pool and Fitness Center: Hotel Mead Active Older Adult Programs: 451 E. Grand Ave Aspirus YMCA Weston Branch Contact: 715-423-1500 3402 Howland Ave Contact: 715-841-1850 Jazzercise: 930 Kuhn Ave., Suite D Greenheck Sunrise Club: Contact: Jada 715-459-8655 Group Fitness Classes, Water Aerobics, Weight Equipment 6400 Alderson St Senior Water Aerobics: Contact: Robin at 715-359-6563 Ext 1323 Lincoln High School 1801 16th Street South Wisconsin Rapids Area Contact: 715-424-2561 Lowell Center Fitness Programs: 220 3rd Avenue South, 715-421-1051 Wisconsin Rapids Parks and Recreation Contact: 715-421-1051 or http://www.wirapids.org Arthritis Exercise Class: Call for more information Fitness Programs: Contact: 715-421-1051 South Wood County YMCA Jackie Urbans, Arthritis Foundation trained instructor 1421 Pepper Ave, WI Rapids 211 Wisconsin River Dr, Port Edwards Line Dance: Contact: 715-887-3240 Mondays at 10:00 am Strong Bones: Qigong: First Congregational Church Thursdays at 10:00 am 311 2nd St South Program led by DVD created by the past instructor. Contact: 715-887-3240
Resistance Chairs: Yoga: Mondays at 8:00 am The Wellness Barn Studio Health and Wellness Room 231 Lincoln Street Contact: 715-421-1051 Contact: Tarah 715-424-3416 Register in advance at the Lowell Center office. Demonstration and signed release required to Fitness Programs: participate. Nekoosa Community Center Senior Exercise: 416 Crestview Lane, Nekoosa Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:15 am Contact: Dan 715-451-4399 There is a suggested donation of 25 cents per class.
FEBRUARY 2019 25 ARTS & CRAFTS Community Happenings Games and Social
Antigo Area Euchre: Tuesdays at Noon Senior Center of Langlade County 1225 Langlade Road, 715-627-6632 Duplicate Bridge: Wednesdays at 12:30 pm Coffee and Conversation: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 am Wii Bowling and Games: Wednesdays at 9:30 am Bingo: Wii bowling and a variety of games at the Senior Wednesdays at 1:00 pm Center. Join us for a fun activity. No prior experience Free-will offering necessary; a full demonstration will be provided if Cards, Dominoes and Fun: participants need help. Thursdays at 1:00 pm Pool League: Stone Soup Brothers Band: Men: Mondays at 9:00 am 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Friday at 2:00 pm Women: Tuesdays at 9:00 am There are two pool tables at the Center open for use Senior Citizen’s Club excluding league times. Antigo Public Library 617 Clermont Street Ukulele Group: Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month Fridays at 11:00 am Contact: Rosemary Sarkauskas 715-350-4504 Mazza Room Come play music or sing with this group. Marshfield Area Merrill Area 2nd Street Community Center: 211 East 2nd Street, 715-486-2055 Merrill Enrichment Center (MEC): 303 North Sales Street, 715-536-4226 Bingo: Tuesdays at 1:00 pm Hand and Foot: Mondays at Noon Smear: Bridge: Fridays at 1:00 pm Mondays at 12:30 pm 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at 1:00 pm Bring your team of four 2nd and 4th Sundays at 1:00 pm Sheepshead: Tuesdays at 1:00 pm Sheepshead: Cribbage: Wednesdays at 10:00 am 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 1:00 pm 1st and 3rd Sundays at 1:00 pm Bananagrams: Wednesdays at 10:00 am Polish Poker: Mah-Jongg: Wednesdays at 1:00 pm Mondays at 1:00 pm Dominos: Wednesdays at 1:00 pm Hand n’ Foot: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:00 am Community Meal: Thursdays at 12:00 noon
26 FEBRUARY 2019 ARTS & CRAFTS Community Happenings Games and Social
Wausau Area Wisconsin Rapids Area Cribbage: Lowell Center Mondays at 1:00 pm 220 3rd Avenue South, 715-421-1051 Schofield City Hall 200 Park St BILLIARDS: Contact: Rudy 715-845-3778 Monday thru Friday and open Sundays Call the Lowell Center office or visit the billiards Duplicate Bridge: room for a complete schedule. Tuesdays at 12:30 pm Bridge: Schofield City Hall Thursdays at 12:45 pm 200 Park St. Please sign up in advance. Contact: John 715-675-2784 Cash Bingo: Happy Timer’s Sheepshead: Feb 7 and 21 at 1:30 pm Thursdays at 12:45 pm Cost is $1.00 per card, 2-card maximum. All sessions Schofield City Hall are cash bingo, and everyone 50 and older is invited. 200 Park St, Contact: Adeline 715-675-7851 Sunday Open Bingo: Feb 17 at 1:30 pm Line Dancing: Doors open at 1:00 pm Mondays and Thursdays at 10:00 am Cribbage: Wednesdays at 12:45 pm Schofield City Hall 200 Park St. Dominoes: Thursdays at 9:30 am Contact: Ginger 715-848-9366 Hand n’ Foot: Tuesdays at 12:30 pm Senior Pool: Mah-Jongg: Wednesdays at 10:00 pm Mondays and Wednesdays at 1:00 pm Kelly Club 4810 Ross Ave, Sheepshead: Contact: Holly 715-359-5182 Mondays and Fridays at 1:00 pm Sheepshead-Senior Cards: Wii Bowling League: Tuesdays and Fridays at 11:00 pm Mondays at 1:00 pm Schofield City Hall Contact: 715-421-1051 200 Park St Garden Club: Contact: Barb 715-845-3935 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at 9:00 am Wisconsin Valley Woodturners: Lowell Center Writers: 1st Wednesday of the month at 6:00 pm Feb 1 and 15 at 10:00 am D.C. Everest Junior High Participants meet and share their writing. 1000 Machmueller St Contact: Pat 715-845-1396 Senior Sing Along: Tuesday afternoons. Check the Lowell Center Calendar for details
FEBRUARY 2019 27 Langlade County Energy Assistance Langlade County Department of Social Services 715-627-6500 1225 Langlade Road Antigo, WI 54409
Lincoln County Energy Assistance Lincoln County DSS: Energy Appointment Desk 715-539-1344 607 N Sales St, Ste 202 Merrill, WI 54452
Marathon County Energy Assistance Energy Services Inc. 715-842-3111 401 N 5th St, Ste 443 Wausau, WI 54401
Wood County Energy Assistance Wood County Human Services 715-421-8690 111 W Jackson St, 2nd floor Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 Anwers on page 37
28 FEBRUARY 2019 Providing Care or Not Providing Care By Wendy Peterson, Resource Specialist Hard choice, isn’t it? When my 95-year-old mother take her home, and it was difficult to tell her that I needed extra care, the doctor advised me to take could not take care of her. I tried public assistance, family leave from work to stay with her. Could and I tried to hire enough help in the home, but she I do that? I’m the sole breadwinner and because needed 24-hour skilled nursing care. To have her of obligations for rent, phone, gas, car payment, remain at home was more expensive than I could insurances, etc., I didn’t know how I could take 12 manage. weeks off without pay. That is when I started looking into in-home care or even some type of assisted Though she remained alert for about a month in the living facility. Mom didn’t want to leave her home, nursing home, my mother slowly started to decline. and I respected that but, if helpers in the home The doctors gave her six months to live. Sadly, this could no longer take care of her, I knew that some time her body was too traumatized to recover and, pretty tough decisions would need to be made. within five months, at the age of 96, she slipped away. In November, mother developed pneumonia and went into the hospital. The hospital staff told Do I feel guilty? Oh yes, every day, but I did what me that they didn’t think that she would recover was necessary to assure that my mother was given because her breathing was so labored. I stayed by the best care at the end of her life, which I certainly her bedside and due to my mother’s strength, she could not have provided if I had taken her home. pulled through. She was discharged home in time I spent every hour that I possibly could with her. to celebrate Christmas and was doing well. Family Although I did not live in the same city, every and friends stopped to visit with her. Some brought weekend I drove four and a half hours to spend gifts that made her smile as Christmas was one of her quality time with her. I asked her to move to where favorite holidays. However, someone also brought in I live, but she refused, stating what little friends she Influenza A and ten days later, she was back in the had left all lived in her vicinity. hospital fighting for her life. So, that is my story of whether to provide care or not As part of her recovery, my mother was discharged to provide care. Although some might think it selfish a skilled nursing facility to participate in rehab. She that I put work over my mother’s needs, but every was weak and frail but determined to make rehab situation is different. The moral is that you cannot work and return home again. However, once she beat yourself up over making a decision that is based realized that she wasn’t going to recover, she did not on what is best for everyone, and sometimes difficult want to stay there and instead asked me to take her choices need to be made. home. If I had been retired, I would have tried to
Wendy Peterson has first-hand experience making decisions for older family members. She can provide options based on professional and personal experiences.
FEBRUARY 2019 29 HEALTH & SUPPORT Community Happenings Health and Support Antigo Area Marshfield Area Caregiver Support Group: Dementia Care Support Group: 4th Thursday at 1:30 pm Last Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm Senior Center of Langlade County Faith Lutheran Church 1225 Langlade Road, 715-627-6632 207 S Cherry Ave Contact: Kathy Boksa 715-350-4210 Contact: Tanya 715-652-2103 or Marilyn 715-305-8224 Alzheimer Support Group: 2nd Monday at 6:00 pm Parkinson’s Support Group: Antigo Adult Day Care, Rosalia Gardens 3rd Thursday of the month at 1:00 pm 519 Flight Rd Faith Lutheran Church Contact: Deacon Pam Werth 715-219-6363 207 S Cherry Ave or Christy Hitz 715-627-0657 Contact: Marilyn 715-305-8224 Respite care is provided or [email protected]
Diabetic Support Group: Memory Café: Meets every other month 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 am Aspirus Langlade Hospital 2nd Street Community Center Contact: 715-623-9373 Contact: 715-384-7007
Look Good… Feel Better: National Alliance on Mental Illness Connections Aspirus Langlade Hospital Support: Contact: 715-623-9587 1st Wednesday of the month at 6:15 pm An American Cancer Society Program for women A Better Way Clubhouse who are undergoing treatment for a cancer diagnosis. 205 S. Cherry Ave Contact: 715-897-5215 Stroke Support Group: 2nd Tuesday of the month at 1:00 pm Huntington’s Disease Support Group: Aspirus Langlade Hospital Contact: Marilyn 715-384-8478 Contact: 715-623-9459 Grief Support Group: TOPS: 2nd Wednesday of the month at Noon Tuesday at 4:00 pm Ascension At Home office Antigo Community Church 303 W. Upham St 723 Deleglise St Contact: 800-397-4216 Thursday at 4:00 pm Steffen Antigo Memorial Building Death of a Partner Support Group: 503 5th Ave Fridays at 10:00 am Contact: 651-436-1957 Ascension At Home 303 West Upham St, Suite 200 Contact: 800-397-4216
30 FEBRUARY 2019 HEALTH & SUPPORT Community Happenings Health and Support Merrill Area National Alliance on Mental Illness Family Support Group: Grief Support Group 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm Feb 14 and 28 at 12:30 pm Good Samaritan Hospital (DeAngelis Room) Enrichment Center Conference Room Contact: 715-432-0180 or contact@ 303 N Sales St naminorthwoods.org Contact: 715-355-4797 Foot Care Clinic: Dementia Caregiver Support Group: 1st Wednesday of the month 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm Lincoln County Health Department Bell Tower Residence Contact: 715-536-0307 1500 O’Day St Contact: 715-536-5575 Tomahawk Area Alzheimer/Dementia Education Grief Support Group: Session and Support Group: Saturdays at 10:00 am 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10:00 am Grace Lutheran Church Merrill Enrichment Center Contact: Mona 715-453-5017 303 N Sales St Contact: 715-536-4226 Alzheimer’s Support Group: 3rd Thursday of the month at 3:00 pm Grief Support Group: Tomahawk Senior Community Center 2nd Tuesday of the month at 4:00 pm Contact: 715-453-5757 Bell Tower Residence 1500 O’ Day St Foot Care Clinic: Contact: Christina Harkness 715-301-7215 2nd Wednesday of the month Offered in Partnership with Good Samaritan Health Tomahawk Senior Community Center Center Contact: 715-536-0307 Look Good… Feel Better: MS Self-Help Group: Ministry Good Samaritan Health Center 1st Wednesday of the month at 1:00 pm 601 S Center Ave Riverview Nursing Home Contact: 715-536-5511 428 N. 6th St Contact: Cindy 715-254-4749 Visually Impaired Support Group: 3rd Tuesday of the month at 12:00 pm Jenny Towers 711 E 1st St Contact Jan: 715-536-9816 Evergreen Terrace, LLC “EXCELLENCE IN ASSISTED LIVING” * 24 Hour Nursing Supervision--CBRF * Spacious Private Rooms with Baths * Supervision of Medications * Daily Activities & Community Outings * Beautician/Laundry/Housekeeping 715-623-0423 • 715 Ackley St. Antigo, WI. 54409 (www.evergreenterracellc.com) 05188744
FEBRUARY 2019 31 HEALTH & SUPPORT Community Happenings Health and Support Wausau Area Caregiver Support Group: 2nd Tuesday of the month at 9:00 am Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Group: Aspirus Memory Clinic 3rd Tuesday of the month at 3:00 pm 2720 Plaza Dr Contact: Nicki Courtright 715-842-1818 Contact: Tori 715-847-2004 Cancer Support Group: MS Support Group (Mingle and Share): 3rd Monday of the month at 2:00 pm 2nd Tuesday of the month at 9:30 am Aspirus Regional Cancer Center Northcentral Technical College 215 N. 28th Ave 1000 Campus Dr Contact: 715-847-2866 Contact: Carole 715-359-2022 Central Wisconsin Autism Society: Kidney Smart Class: 1st Thursday of the month at 6:30 pm 1st Wednesday of the month at 3:00 pm St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Davita Wausau Dialysis Unit 600 Stevens Dr 2600 Stewart Ave Suite 144 Contact: Mike 715-360-0987 Contact: Betsy 715-841-1708 Great Wausau Area Stroke Club: Downtown Memory Café: 3rd Monday of even months at 1:00 pm 3rd Thursday of the month at 10:30 am First English Lutheran Church First United Methodist Church 402 N. 3rd Ave 903 3rd St Contact: Kathy 715-847-2826 Contact: 715-842-2201 or [email protected] Guardianship Support Group: 3rd Thursday of the month at 1:30 pm Alzheimer’s Association Support Group: Contact: Audry Asher 715-845-3988 or 715-574- 4th Tuesday of the month at 2:00 pm 6961 Mosinee United Methodist Church, 607 13th St An informal gathering of present, new and potential Contact: Rose 715-212-1548 guardians to meet and share ideas, information, and learning. Confidentiality of clients is respected. NAMI Family Support Group: 4th Monday of the month at 7:00 pm Survivors of Brain Injury Support Group: Grace United Church, 535 S. 3rd Ave 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm Contact: Bernie 715-432-0180 or Aspirus Wausau Hospital [email protected] Contact: Lea 715-847-2826 Memory Support Group (MSG): Fibromyalgia Support Group: Meets monthly, times vary 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm Contact: [email protected] Marathon County Library, Wausau Contact: Donna 715-302-3851
32 FEBRUARY 2019 HEALTH & SUPPORT Community Happenings Health and Support Wisconsin Rapids Area Alzheimer’s Caregiver Evening Support Group: 2nd Thursday of even months at 6:30 p.m. Blind and Visually Impaired Persons (VIPs): Hilltop Grand Village 2nd Monday of the month at 10:30 am 1400 24th St S Lowell Center Contact: Mystique, 715-423-7400 220 3rd Ave S Contact: Mandi Grys 715-459-1988
Caregiver Support Group: Every Monday at 9:30 am St. Luke’s Lutheran Church Contact: 715-423-5990
Central WI ALS Support Group: 2nd Monday of the month at 6:00 pm Contact: Deb 715-886-5860
Memory Café: 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 am Centralia Center Brehm Conference Room Contact: 715-422-2795
Multiple Sclerosis Support Group: 2031 Peach St Contact: 715-423-5412 or [email protected] Epilepsy Support Group: 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10:00 am McMillan Library Contact: Ann 800-693-2287
Grief Support Group: 4th Wednesday of the month at Noon Ascension at Home 1000 E. Riverview Expressway, Suite 180 Contact: 800-397-4216
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group: 2nd Thursday of the month at 9:30 am Hilltop Grand Village 1400 24th St S Contact: Mystique, 715-423-7400
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Fluids for Older Adults By Melanie Sanford, Dietetic Intern, UW-Stout As a natural part of the aging process, our bodies undergo changes that increase our risk of becoming dehydrated. As we age, we lose our sense of thirst and ability to recognize that we feel thirsty. Ultimately, this leads to not drinking enough liquids and becoming dehydrated. Dehydration happens when our body loses more fluid than is consumed. Our body then doesn’t have enough water and fluids to carry out its normal functions. In addition, your fluid balance can be affected by medications, stress, general health, exercise, and the weather.
Dehydration can lead to serious consequences including an increased risk of falls, hospitalization, and it can lead to kidney and urinary problems. For that reason, it is important to know the signs and symptoms of dehydration. The signs of dehydration include decreased urination, dark-colored urine, dizziness, confusion, headaches, dry skin, dry mouth, and fatigue.
The most important way you can prevent dehydration is making sure you are drinking enough fluids. The general fluid recommendation for older adults is a minimum of 1.5 liters of fluid per day. Fluids should come from water, other beverages, or foods that have high water content. Caffeinated drinks can cause frequent urination and may lead to dehydration.
As we age, we are not as physically active as we once were, which can lead to a decrease in appetite. With a reduction in appetite, we eat fewer foods and as a result get fewer fluids from food sources. However, water can be found in fruits and vegetables, like apples, oranges, watermelon, celery, lettuce, cucumbers, and many more options. Therefore, including fruits and vegetables as part of a nutritional diet will also help keep you hydrated.
Tips and tricks to increase your hydration: • Always carry a water bottle with you. • Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. • Have a cup of soup with one of your meals. • Add lemon or cucumber slices to enhance your water. • Add powdered drink mix to your water to enhance the flavor without adding excess sugar. • Drink a full glass of water if you need to take a pill. • Have a glass of water before you exercise, do outside work, or walk, especially on a hot day. • Aim for variety! Different flavors and textures can help increase fluid intake.
Staying hydrated can be simple and is important in preventing the need to go to the hospital for dehydration. Remember adding water to your routine is a good way to add fluids each day without adding extra calories. Make hydration enjoyable by stocking up on foods and drinks you enjoy. Your body will thank you because hydration equals proper function.
34 FEBRUARY 2019 February is Heart Month By the GWAAR Legal Services Team (for reprint)
Heart disease can happen at any age. More and more • Unhealthy eating. Eating foods with too much people are at risk for health disease earlier in life. In trans fat, saturated fat, and added sugar can fact, half of all Americans have at least one of the top increase your risk of heart disease. In addition, three risk factors for heart disease. most Americans eat too much sodium (salt), which Conditions and behaviors that put people at risk for can lead to high blood pressure. Eating fresh fruits heart disease include: and vegetables can help lower blood pressure. Unfortunately, only 1 in 10 adults is getting enough • High Blood Pressure. Millions of Americans have fruits and vegetables each day. high blood pressure, and about half of them do not have it under control. Uncontrolled high blood However, there are ways to lower your risk of heart pressure is one of the biggest risks for heart disease. disease. For example: • High Cholesterol. High cholesterol can increase • Don’t smoke. If you do smoke, develop a plan to your risk of heart disease. Diabetes, obesity, smoking, quit. Quitting smoking is the single most important eating unhealthy foods, and not getting enough step smokers can take to live longer and improve exercise can all contribute to high cholesterol levels. their quality of life. • Smoking. More than 37 million American adults • Manage your medical conditions. Work with your are smokers. Smoking damages blood vessels, which doctor and other health care providers to manage can lead to heart disease. high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and any other • Obesity. More than 1 in 3 Americans have obesity. medical conditions you have. Take all medications Carrying extra weight can stress the heart. you have been prescribed. • Diabetes. Diabetes can cause high blood sugar. • Make heart-healthy diet changes. Try to fill at This can damage blood vessels and nerves that help least half your plate with fruits and vegetables. Eat control the heart. Nearly 1 in 10 Americans has foods low in trans-fat, saturated fat, added sugar, and diabetes. sodium. • Physical inactivity. Exercise helps keep the heart • Exercise. Try to get at least 150 minutes of exercise and blood vessels healthy. Only 1 in 5 adults gets the per week, or 30 minutes per day. If 30 minutes is recommended 150 minutes per week of moderate- too much, you can break it up in to three 10-minute intensity exercise. blocks throughout the day.
FEBRUARY 2019 35 INFORMATION, MEETINGS AND OUTINGS Community Happenings Information Meetings and Outings Antigo Area Merrill Area Langlade County Board meeting: Lincoln County Board meeting 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00 am 3rd Tuesday of the month at 9:00 am Safety Building, County Board Room Lincoln County Service Center, Room 257
Marshfield Area Wausau Area 2nd Street Community Center: Marathon County Board meeting: 211 East 2nd Street, 715-486-2055 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7:00 pm Marathon County Courthouse, Assembly Room Senior Talks: 2nd Monday of the month at 11:15 am in the Wein ADRC-CW Board meeting: 2nd Thursday of the Room month, 9:30 am Marshfield Clinic Health Systems Internal Medicine ADRC-CW Wausau office, 2600 Stewart Ave, Ste 25 Residency Program will be presenting a different health topic each month. Wisconsin Rapids Area Marshfield Senior Citizen Council (MSCC): Wood County Board meeting: Board Meeting 1st Friday of the month at 10:30 am 3rd Tuesday of the month 9:30 am Wood County Courthouse, Branch III Committee on Aging: 1st Thursday of the month at 9:30 am Lowell Center: Discuss issues involving the older adult population 220 3rd Avenue South, 715-421-1051 in the Marshfield Area Call for the meeting location. Book Club: Feb 25 at 1:30 pm Brunch/Speaker/Bingo: Contact: 715-421-1051 Feb 8 at 9:00 am Call to reserve your copy of the selected title Please sign up in advance, $3.00 donation Computer Available: Potluck Lunch: We currently have one public computer available for Feb 26 use Monday thru Friday, 8:00 am to noon Bring a dish to pass and dinnerware Creative Writing: Feb 12 and 26 at 1:00 pm This is an informal class that welcomes anyone who would like to recall memories, try their hand at writing “outside the box”, or just expressing themselves through creative outlets. Bring along a notebook and pen or pencil.
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Mentor Program: Designed to help you connect A four day, three night trip. with the programs and activities available at the Contact: 715-421-1051 Lowell Center. If you would like information on the Mentor Program, please call 715-422-2783. Maggie Mae’s Dinner Show/Barn Dance – Oxford WI My Fair Lady – Fireside Theater Sep 18 Feb 21 Cost $65.00 member/ $75.00 non-member Cost: $98.00 member/ $108.00 non-member Mystery Trip – Destination Unknown Death of a Doornail – Memories Ballroom Oct 19 Mar 23 Cost $125.00 member/ $135.00 non-member Cost $78.00 member/ $88.00 non-member Contact the Lowell center for hints, tips, and activity level. Short Extended Trip – Springfield IL Jun 2019
FEBRUARY 2019 37 TRANSPORTATION Transportation
ABBY-VANS INC RED ROBIN TRANSIT 1115 W 4th Street, Neillsville, WI 54456 (844) 897-6246 (715) 743-3364 or (800) 236-8438 www.mitwbus.com (Antigo area) www.abbyvans.com NORTH CENTRAL CARAVANS LLC A&J MOBILITY N1733 Trout Road, Antigo, WI 54409 333 Washington Street, Valders, WI 54245 (715) 623-2229, (Antigo area) (920) 775-9333 2650 Prospect Drive, Eau Claire, WI 54703 NORTHWOODS CAB (715) 874-6630 (715) 393-7788 www.aandjmobility.com https://northwoodscab.com (Antigo, Merrill, and Wausau areas) BLUE-JAY TAXI W7148 Von Besser Drive, Merrill, WI 54452 NORTHWOODS MOBILITY SERVICES (715) 539-8294 9548 Cty K, Tomahawk, WI 54487 (715) 453-2929 or (715) 892-2760 DISABLED AMERICAN VETERAN VAN https://www.northwoodsmobility.com SERVICE [email protected] (Tomahawk area) (608) 504-1313 ST VINCENT DE PAUL OUTREACH FREEDOM VAN 503 S Center Ave, Ste 2, Merrill, WI 54452 W9491 Cty Rd B, Bryant, WI 54418 (715) 539-2666 (Merrill area) (866) 623-5906 (Antigo and Merrill areas) 149 N Central Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449 (715) 387-0395 (Marshfield area) GT MOBILITY & SERVICES 2833 Stanley Street, Stevens Point, WI 54481 WHEELCHAIR GETAWAYS OF WISCONSIN (715) 341-2712 www.gtmobility.com 2833 Stanley Street, Stevens Point, WI 54481 (715) 341-2712 or (877) 741-8413 MEDICAL ESCORT www.wheelchairgetaways.com 607 N Sales St, Ste 202, Merrill, WI 54452 (715) 539-1331 Merrill area) COMFORT CARRIERS W7417 Pine Avenue, Medford, WI 54451 MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION (715) 678-2030 (Marshfield and Wausau areas) MANAGEMENT, INC (MTM): 16 Hawk Ridge Drive, Lake St Louis MO 63367 MARATHON COUNTY TRANSPORTATION (866) 907-1493 OR TYY (800) 855-2880 PROGRAM www.mtm-inc.net/wisconsin/ North Central Health Care 1100 Lakeview Drive, Wausau, WI 54403 MERRILL-GO-ROUND (715) 841-5101 or (877) 814-4668 or (715) 845- 1004 E 1st Street, Merrill, WI 54452 4555 (715) 536-7112 www.ci.merrill.wi.us/ (Merrill area) [email protected] (Marshfield and Wausau areas)
MARSHFIELD PUBLIC TRANSIT Marshfield WI 54449, (715) 384-6550
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WHEELS OF INDEPENDENCE, INC. ELDERS SANCTUARY LLC 2660 8th St S, Ste 102, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 215 E Thomas Street, Wausau, WI 54401 54494 (715) 302-0773 (Wausau area) (715) 423-7818 or (800) 423-7818 (Marshfield and Wisconsin Rapids areas) METRO RIDE BUS 420 Plumer Street, Wausau, WI 54403 WOOD COUNTY TRANSPORTATION (715) 842-9287 PROGRAM www.ci.wausau.wi.us 630 South Central Ave, Ste 404, Marshfield WI [email protected] (Wausau area) 54449 (715) 389-0230 (Marshfield area) METRO RIDE PARATRANSIT 111 West Jackson St, Wisconsin Rapids WI 54495 420 Plumer Street, Wausau, WI 54403 (715) 421-8989 (Wisconsin Rapids area) (715) 842-9287 www.co.wood.wi.us www.ci.wausau.wi.us (Wausau area)
ALL AMERICAN TAXI RIVER CITY CAB 1705 Merrill Avenue, Wausau, WI 54401 2703 Industrial Street, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495 (715) 355-0899 (Wausau area) (715) 424-4595 (Wisconsin Rapids area)
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