763-512-2339 August &Senior September News 20161 Senior News Senior Office• 763-512-2339 Happy Feet Foot Care Clinic Mondays With Mary This clinic is conducted by licensed nurses who specialize Join Mary to make door decorations, greeting cards, in routine foot care for elder and diabetic feet through placemats, party favors, and more. We work on projects for Happy Feet, Inc. They work on corns, calluses, thick or Ambassador Care Center, Dinner At Your Door, Golden curled toe nails, and ingrown nails, if they are not well- Valley Rehab and Care Center, Senior Dining, Golden Valley advanced. A foot soak and massage are provided with Seniors, and Mary Wanderers. We’ll supply the materials each visit. Please bring a bath towel. Call Happy Feet at and coffee. You bring your time, talent and treats! 763-560-5136 to schedule your half-hour appointment. Brookview Community Center Need to cancel your appointment? Mondays (no meeting Sept 5) You must call Happy Feet at least 24 hours in advance, or 9:30–11:30 am you may be charged a fee. Brookview Community Center 2nd and 4th Friday each month Blood Pressure Screening FREE (no care Nov 25, Dec 23) Stop by Brookview on the fourth Wednesday of the month 9 am–3:30 pm for a FREE blood pressure check. Service is provided by Barb $36, payable day of service Burger, LPN, Ambassador Good Samaritan. No appointment with cash or check only necessary. Service offered first come, first served. Brookview Community Center Wed, Aug 24, Sept 28, Oct 26 Medicare And Health Insurance 11–11:30 am Counseling Going to retire and need your Medicare questions answered? Just out of the hospital and have forms that Friday Films At Meadow Ridge FREE need filling out? Make an appointment with Marsha, who Enjoy musicals, documentaries, classic movies and more! can answer your Medicare insurance questions, help you Refreshments provided to compliment the film. Plesae call with insurance forms, or guide you through supplemental 763-512-2339 to register by the Wednesday before the film. or Part D insurance. She’d love to work with you! Call at Meadow Ridge (7475 Country Club Dr, Golden Valley) least three days in advance of appointment date. Movies begin at 2 pm Brookview Community Center Fri, Aug 19 – The Notebook Thur, Aug 11 Sept 8, Oct 13 Fri, Sept 23 – Still Alice Appointment times are 9, 10, and 11 am Fri, Nov 18 – 1 year anniversary party (Oct 13 times will be 10 am, 11 am, and 12 pm) Concerts In The Park Mondays • 7 pm • Brookview Park FREE Enjoy a free concert at the large shelter. For more information, visit www.goldenvalleymn.gov or call 763-512-2345. July 25 – St. Peter Street Stompers Aug 1 – Prior Lake Windjammers Aug 8 – Stompin’ Dixie 2 Senior News 763-512-2339 Living Wise And Well FREE Coffee Talk It’s a fact! People are living longer and healthier. Join us for this free Join us for juice, treats, informative programs, and program that offers information each month for a happy, healthier of course, coffee! Call the senior office to register you. Refreshments provided by Calvary Center Cooperative. No pre- in advance so there are treats and coffee for all. registration. Brookview Community Center Calvary Center Cooperative 9:45–11:15 am 1–2:30 pm $2, payable at the door THUR, AUG 4 Digestive Issues and Simple Solutions WED, AUG 24 There’s something about digestive difficulties that makes them Songs And Stories Of Greenwich Village, 1966 hard to discuss in polite company—which leaves many of us Greenwich Village, that magical place of beatniks, suffering one problem or another in silence. What’s more, digestive characters, and coffee bars before Starbuck’s, disorders are placing a growing burden on Americans, causing an when folk music dominated. Ardent folklorists unprecedented number of clinic visits and hospitalizations. Fixes made their way to the Deep South and the hills can be as simple as making informed lifestyle changes or taking of Appalachia, discovering music and culture. over-the-counter remedies. Hear what the most common issues The true Village folk scene was less Michael Row are and simple fixes. Presented by Michael Stockman, MD, and Barb Your Boat Ashore and more discovered music, Burger, LPN, Ambassador Good Samaritan Care Center. the kinds people played on their porches and in their parlors before records, and stories of THUR, SEPT 1 Aging On Your Terms the fascinating time. Presented by John Rogers, You have worked hard during your lifetime; don’t let nagging musician and storyteller. John has been playing health concerns prevent you from enjoying your carefree golden guitar for over 40 years and has recorded two years. This presentation will focus on practical and natural ways to disks of acoustic Blues. John was 2010 finalist in maintain and improve your health. Life is meant to be lived, and the international Blues Competition in Memphis, these practices will ensure that you are able to dictate the terms of Tennessee. His CD Old and New, Borrowed and your life. Presented by Nick Wegleitner, Dr. of Chiropractic at Innate Blue was a semifinalist in the 2011 Blues Challenge Health Chiropractic. “best CD” contest. Register by Aug 23. WED, SEPT 28 We Are Building A New Money Matters FREE Brookview Community Center Join us as we hear speakers from companies dealing with finances In October 2016, the building process will begin and investments present information important to today’s investor. for the New Brookview Community Center, Donations accepted for refreshments. No pre-registration required. which is expected to be completed by the end Brookview Community Center of 2017. Staff will talk about the process, show 10–11:15 am plans for the new facility and be available to answer questions. Please join us and share in the THUR, AUG 18 Process For Setting Utility Rates excitement. Register by Sept 27. AARP advocates for affordable, reliable and safe utility service for our members. AARP will discuss their advocacy work at the MN capitol this year protecting reliable telephone landline service and our “Raise Your Voice” campaign around the Xcel Rate case that could raise your rates by nearly 10%. Learn why we’re fighting to make sure you only pay what’s fair and reasonable and how your voice can make a difference. THUR, SEPT 15 Financial Benefits For Veterans And Surviving Spouses Are you a Veteran or a surviving spouse? You may be eligible for a little-known financial benefit that can help pay for your long-term care needs. You can use the funds for home-care, assisted living, or skilled nursing. Learn eligibility requirements, how to apply, and how to get free assistance in completing the forms. Information on other benefits will be include: home modification grants, medical, long-term care, and burial. 763-512-2339 Senior News 3 Tai Chi Classes Yoga Flow With Laura With Marie Mathay This non-competitive class combines yoga postures, targeted The Tai Chi classes are endorsed by core work, and breathing awareness and ends with a blissful the Arthritis Foundation and taught guided relaxation. Appropriate for beginners to yoga as well by Certified Instructor Marie Mathay. as those who already practice. Benefits include increased Wear comfy clothes for these classes. strength, flexibility, body awareness, and mental clarity. Bring a sticky mat. Blanket and small pillow are optional for relaxation. Brookview Community Center Instructed by Laura Lazowski. $49 resident/$52 non-resident Brookview Community Center TAI CHI SPECIAL RATE! 5:30–6:45 pm Register for a second class in the same session and pay only $30 for your second class. Must be purchased together. Tue, Sept 6–Oct 25 $80 resident/$85 non-resident F2206A TAI CHI FOR HEALTH & ARTHRITIS – BASIC This program, endorsed by the Arthritis Foundation Thur, Sept 1–Oct 13 worldwide, is a series of gentle, yet powerful, easy-to- (Sept 15 will be held at Calvary Coop Prairie Room) learn movements that promote effective physical and $70 resident/$74 non-resident mental well-being. Great for joint pain relief and fall F2206B prevention! Tue, Sept 6–Oct 18 8:30–9:30 am Ballroom Dancing For Beginners F2207A Learn the most popular partner dances to have you dancing at TAI CHI FOR HEALTH & ARTHRITIS 2 – MOVING ON weddings, parties, and all social events! Learn to dance waltz, For persons who have completed at least one foxtrot, swing, hustle, and polka to music commonly played at session of Tai Chi, we continue on our Tai Chi journey, social gatherings. Confidently enter the dance floor knowing endorsed by the Arthritis Foundation. some “real” moves to do together with your partner! FREE make-up and repeat classes at other locations. Teens and Tue, Sept 6–Oct 18 adults of all ages welcome. For more information, call 9:40–10:40 am instructor Deanna Constantine at 612-240-8329 or visit F2208 www.constantinedance.com. Brookview Community Center Sun, Oct 2–23 Defensive Driving 4–5:30 pm $55 resident/$59 non-resident 4-Hour Refresher Course F2403A Adults age 55+ can save up to 10% with a three-year discount on car insurance premiums, and become better drivers by taking a state-approved National Safety Council Defensive Driving course. No tests are given, but attendance is required to receive the Friday Open Painting Studio certificate of completion. Looking for a creative start to the week? Michelle has experience painting in watercolors, acrylics, and oil. She is here Registration & Certificate of Completion to guide you through your project. Bring your favorite medium To guarantee certificate at class completion, register and project to class.