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SOUTH CENTRAL ADULT SERVICES
NEWSLETTER
(BPT) - The sudden onset of stroke symptoms can happen to anyone at any time, making educa-tion about the signs and symptoms of a "brain at-tack" the first line of defense to stroke prevention.
"I'm a fanatical fan of football, so you can imag-ine how excited I was to enter the stadium to see my favorite team play; but I lost my balance and fell. I'm lucky the people near me jumped into ac-tion and called 911," recalled stroke survivor Wil-liam Martin. "They are the real heroes in my medi-cal emergency story; they knew the signs of a stroke."
Stroke is the second leading cause of death and third leading cause of disability worldwide. Today, only 10% of stroke survivors make a full recovery and 25% recover with minor impairments. Forty percent of survivors experience moderate to severe impairments that require special care. Strokes are common and deadly, but the good news is almost all strokes can be prevented.
What is a stroke? A stroke happens when the blood vessels carrying nutrients to the brain either
form a clot or rupture, causing a sudden blockage in the arteries leading to the brain. When that hap-pens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, so it and brain cells die.
How to prevent stroke. Generally, there are three treatment stages for stroke: prevention, thera-py immediately after stroke and post-stroke reha-bilitation. Engaging in active prevention is the most effective treatment.
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Be a stroke hero - how to identify the signs
of stroke and why you should act fast
(BPT) - As we head into the warmer months, we can always look forward to those seasonal staples from staying cool in the pool to indulging on snow cones for that sweet summer feeling. How do we continue to munch on our favorites without that guilty feeling of overindulgence on unhealthy snacks? Cue, al-monds, the light, buttery-flavored snack that satisfies those summer cravings with its tasty, beneficial attributes. Reg-istered Dietitian Marisa Moore shares reasons why almonds are the perfect snack to grab, carry and enjoy all summer long minus
the guilt!
1. Almonds are versatile
Sip, crunch or spread, al-monds are the blank canvas your summer was vibin' for. The nut-ty, earthy flavor pairs well with other foods and they pack a crunch that's hard to match. "When I think of almonds, I im-
mediately think of versatility," says Marisa. "I can crunch on whole almonds as a snack, make a creamy almond butter-based dip or sip on a frosty almond milk smoothie."
2. They're handy
Almonds are a pantry staple. Marisa shares she likes to keep a jar on her desk or office shelf for an easy and nourishing snack whenever she needs one. Some of Marisa's favorite pairings in-clude almonds with chocolate, fresh peaches or cheeses. "I snack anytime I'm hungry be-tween meals or simply when I CONTINUED on page 8
5 reasons to snack on almonds this summer
Page 2 July & August 2021
Foster County Outreach Schedule
July & August 2021
Ann VandeHoven, Foster County Outreach Worker, will be available in the rural areas on the following schedule. You may contact her at the
Carrington office, 652-3257, to schedule an appointment.
Wednesday, July 14 - McHenry area and Meal Site Wednesday, July 21 - Glenfield area and Meal Site
Wednesday, August 11 - McHenry area and Meal Site Wednesday, August 25- Grace City area and Meal Site
Free In-Home
Services for Seniors
Senior Companions
Home visits for lonely homebound seniors, provided by senior volunteers.
Bringing smiles & laughter Helping to relieve loneliness
& encourage activity Empowering seniors to remain
living independently Providing respite for family
caregivers
If you are homebound, lonely, isolated, frail or disabled and would
like more info about this FREE service, contact Ann VandeHoven at
652-3257
Provided by Lutheran Social Services of Minnerota
South Central Adult
Services Council, Inc. makes available all services without regard to race,
color, national origin, or handicap, and is subject to
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title V Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and all related
laws and regulations. The South Central Adult Ser-
vices Council, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
South Central Adult Services Council, Inc. holds
quarterly board meetings on the 3rd Monday of
February, May, August & November.
All meetings are open to the public at
139 2nd Ave SE in Valley City, ND. Call in advance to reserve a meal at 1-800-472-0031.
Would you like to help a senior in need?
Do you like to visit, play games, do hobbies and
make people smile?
Do you have 5 hours a week to spare?
If so, come be a Volunteer Companion to seniors
in the Foster County area. Volunteers receive mile-
age reimbursement for their travels.
Call 652-3257 for more information.
July & August 2021 Page 3
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Foster County Birthdays & AnniversariesFoster County Birthdays & Anniversaries
No birthdays
Anniversaries
Phyllis & Wayne Topp: 7/23
Birthdays
Dorothy Belile: 8/4
Caroline Golz: 8/20
Anniversaries
Leona & Myron Kulsrud: 8/27
Creeta & Myron Luttschwager: 8/31
Frozen Meals Available Frozen meals are available to elderly people
who are unable to shop and prepare meals,
and where hot home-delivered meals are
not available every day. The meals are
labeled with instructions for heating. A
serving of bread, butter, milk, and dessert
is included for each meal.
Contact your outreach worker or your
Senior Center for more information.
Birthdays
Janice Walen: 7/8
Anniversaries
Dorothy & Alt Hegvik: 7/7
No birthdays or anniversaries
Birthdays
Virginia Becker: 7/23
No anniversaries
Birthdays
Mike Kjelgaard: 8/12
No anniversaries
July & August 2021 Page 7
Home & Community Based Services
Help for those who want to live at home
When should you call?
If you or someone you know could use
services or help with activities including:
Bathing, dressing, transferring and
personal needs
Meal preparation, housework, laundry
and shopping
Medication Assistance
Non-Medical Transportation
Adult Family Foster Care
Emergency Response Services
(Lifeline)
Family Home Care
Case Management
Chore Service
Respite Care for Caregivers
Other services are also available
Contact your local County Social
Service Agency: 701-652-2221
Foster County Transit
Transportation is open to the public!!
Local Transportation
Monday—Friday 8 AM until 4 PM
A ride to the Senior Center for a meal
$0.50 one way.
A ride anywhere else in town: $1 one way or per stop.
Out-of-Town Transportation
2nd Wednesday & 1st, 3rd & 4th Fridays: Rural Foster County into Carrington - $5.00
1st, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 4th Wednesday & every Thursday: Jamestown Trip - $8.00
Mondays (upon request): New Rockford - $5.00
1st Wednesday & 3rd Tuesday: Fargo Trip - $15.00 Round Trip
3rd Wednesday: Bismarck Trip - $15.00 Round Trip
If at all possible, out-of-town medical appointments should be scheduled
between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Shopping trips to Bismarck and Fargo are limited to 4 hours! The bus will leave
Carrington at 8:00 AM and will be back in Carrington no later than 5:00 PM
It is necessary to sign up in advance, if at all possible, by calling 701-652-3257
You can also check us out www.southcentraltransitnetwork.org
or find us on Facebook at facebook.com/southcentraltransitnetwork
Page 8 July & August 2021
South Central Adult Services
serves the counties of
Barnes, LaMoure, Foster,
Logan,
McIntosh & Griggs
701- 845-4300 or
1-800-472-0031
Check out our website:
www.southcentralseniors.org
Carrington Senior
Citizen Center
36 10th Avenue S.
Carrington, ND 58421
701-652-3257
McHenry Senior
Citizens Center
451 Johnston Street
McHenry, ND 58464
701-785-2221
Schoolhouse Café (meals only)
309 City Street
Grace City, ND 58445
701-674-3128
South Central Adult Services
Main Office
139 2nd Ave. SE
PO Box 298
Valley City, ND 58072
701-845-4300
PATRICIA HANSEN
Director
JODI ELLIOTT
Bookkeeping
ANN VANDEHOVEN
Outreach
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What can you do to prevent stroke?
1. Monitor your blood pressure
2. Control your cholesterol
3. Keep your blood sugar down
4. Keep active
5. Eat healthy
6. Lose weight if necessary
7. Do not smoke
8. Talk to your physician about aspirin and other medications
In the event of stroke:
Act F.A.S.T
"Every minute from the time the stroke occurs to when you receive treatment makes a difference," said neurointerventional radiologist at St. Luke's Hospital of Kansas City Jared Halpin, M.D. "Many types of stroke are now treatable with emergency medical interventions to either quick-ly dissolve or remove the blood clot or stop the bleeding that is causing symptoms."
Seek treatment, F.A.S.T. Follow the acronym below to check for signs of stroke:
• FACE drooping: Does one side
of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the person's smile uneven or lopsided?
• ARM weakness: Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift down-ward?
• Speech: Is speech slurred? Is the person unable to speak or hard to un-derstand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence.
• Time to call 9-1-1: If the person shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 9-1-1 and get them to the hospital immedi-ately.
"My doctor restored the blood flow in my brain by threading a tube through an artery in my leg and used a medical device called Solitaire X to remove the clot. I was surprised I did-n't need brain surgery," said Martin. "The best part - I watched the final quarter of the game on TV while in the hospital recovery room."
Eighty million people have sur-vived stroke worldwide. For more information on stroke prevention tips and treatment options, visit the Med-tronic Stroke Heroes page at http://strokehero.com.
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3. Help keep your energy lev-els going
There's nothing like those summer nights. Many look forward to those evening outings; however, many find there's not enough energy for them. Considering this, you need to con-sume foods that not only fuel you up, but also make you feel good. "Just one ounce of almonds has 6 grams of power-packed protein, 4 grams of fiber, 13 grams of unsaturated fat and only 1g of saturated fat," shares Mari-sa.
4. They fit your schedule
Finding a wellness routine that fits within your schedule can be tricky at first. "On busy weeks, having a few
meals and snacks ready to go are my saving grace," Marisa shared. "I think it's most important to listen to your body and find an eating routine that matches your energy needs. Whether you eat at a usual breakfast hour or if your first meal is a bit later, it's a per-sonal choice."
5. They're rich in antioxidant vitamin E
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage, boost the body's immune system and widen blood vessels to keep blood from clotting within them. That said, almonds include 50% of your daily value of vitamin E! "I love a snack that does double-duty," says Marisa. In addition to the 6g of protein, good fats and fiber, a recent study looked at almonds and wrinkles - beauty from the inside out.
