July 2017 - Friends of Verona Senior Center · 2017-06-11 · “Sugar Crush” Our very own Gary Kuzynski will lead a discussion on sugar consumption and how it relates to our health

July Birthday/Anniversary Party

Music by Trippers

Friday, July 21

This group of local musicians describe themselves as an informal “jam-band”,

offering a large variety of music indicative of an old fashioned circle jam.

Lunch at 11:45 AM, Music at 12:30 PM (RSVP by 12 noon, Tuesday, July 18 )

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VOLUME 20, ISSUE 7 • JULY 2017•108 PAOLI STREET • VERONA, WI 53593 • 608-845-7471

Staff Notes ......... 2

Special Events.....3

Events ............. 4-7

Movies ................. 8

Games…………9

Calendar ......... 10

Menu ................. 11

Health ......... 12-13

& Wellness

Event Pictures….14

Friendly Faces...15

Notices &

Volunteer Opp...16

Trips…………...17

Groups…….18-19

Transportation...20

Community

Events ............... 21

Sunshine ............ 22

Report

Contact………23

Information

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July 2017

Verona Senior Center

Mark Your Calendar!!!!! July Cook-Out with live music

by “Ladies Must Swing”

Monday, July 3 Lunch at 11:45 Music at 12:30

There will be grilled brats beans, chips, soda, & cookie. Please RSVP for this event!!!! The cost of the meal is $5

“Ladies Must Swing”

Monday, July 3

11:45 COOK-OUT $5 Brats, beans, chips, soda, & cookie!

12:30 LIVE MUSIC

Ladies Must Swing, a well-known all

female jazz band, has embraced the

WWII era and their repertoire

includes all your big-band favorites!

They have played for Badger Honor

Flight and major events in the area.

Don’t miss it!

Please RSVP if coming to eat!

We appreciate all who took the time to respond to the recent survey. This is your senior center, and it should always reflect the needs and interests of the people who participate. While the responses were overwhelmingly positive, we hope that you also feel comfortable bringing any concerns to staff so that we can continue to improve our programs and services. We receive 56 total responses to the survey. The top reasons why people attend the senior center are: friendships/social connections, education/ information, music, and special events. When asked to describe senior center staff, the responses were “friendly, helpful, caring, courteous, kind, awesome, smart, fun, great.” Thank you! We are all very passionate about doing a great job for our seniors, and it’s a joy to know that you feel it, too.

We had a few verbal requests for the addition of caffeinated coffee and better tasting decaf coffee., so we’ve done that. Two people asked about the 90+ birthday pictures. We now use that wall space to provide information about scams targeting seniors, in hopes of increasing awareness and protecting people from unscrupulous predators, but we’ll look for another spot to hang the picture of the 90+ birthday celebrants after the next 90+ party.

Out of the 56 surveys we received, 3 responded that the director (that’s me) was unfriendly. While some may say it’s a small number, it’s three too many for me to feel good about. I suspect that you caught me in the middle of paying the bills or working on the budget, when my mind is clogged up with numbers, but that is no excuse. I will try harder to be friendly at all times!

As promised, copies of the survey results are available at the front desk. All comments we received have been included in full exactly as written, no editing has been done. Stop by and pick up a copy if you like.

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From the Director’s Desk

It’s easy to accumulate stuff over the years. But when does clutter become hazardous? Clutter can make for safety issues in the home. For example, some people save mail or old newspapers. If left on the floor they create a falls risk. Maybe a person doesn’t want to save these papers, but has trouble keeping them from piling up due to a medical condition such as arthritis. Some people let trash pile up because they can no longer take it out themselves. Garbage and old food can cause other safety problems like bugs and mold. There are instances where so much stuff is piled up, there’s not a safe path to walk. This is a safety and a fire hazard! And, it’s not only a problem for the person living in that space, but also for first responders such as the EMT’s or the Fire Department. I recently saw a story of a senior who died in a fire because the fire department was unable to get her out in time because of all her stuff.

Please know that there is help if you or anyone you know may need assistance taking out the garbage or decluttering things you may have accumulated over the years. Let me know if you’d like some resources.

I wear two pairs of pants while golfing in case I get a hole -in- one.

My friend told me a joke about chocolate, it wasn’t that funny but I snickered.

Police were called to a daycare where a toddler was resisting a rest.

The experienced carpenter nailed it, but then the new guy screwed it up.

These puns are pretty cheesy; they’re grate! ~

Becky (that’s French for Becky)

Something from Becky

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Special Events

Harmonica Hour Monday, July 10 12:30-1:30 PM

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St. Louis Cardinals

Thursday, August 3 Bus departs the Senior Center

at 10:30 AM sharp!

Join us for this fun annual trip to Miller Park. The cost for the trip is $45 per person, which includes your ticket,

transportation, and light refreshments. Game time is 1:10 PM.

Tickets must be paid for by

Monday, July 3!

Call the Verona Senior Center at 845-7471 to reserve your seats today! Payments can also be mailed to the

Verona Senior Center at 108 Paoli Street Verona, WI 53593

The Akamai Investment Advisors & the Verona Senior Center Present:

The Golden Rules for your Golden Years

Join us for this free educational series covering topics that focus on a financially healthy transition into the Golden Years of retirement. Held at the Verona Senior Center the 3rd Wednesday of each month starting Wednesday, July 19 from 10:00-11:30 AM. On this date we will be discussing Social Security and what it means to you. Common questions and strategies regarding your benefits.

Topics covered on future dates

will include: Social Security Maximization

Unlocking Medicare Retirement Readiness Retirement 101

Long Term Strategies Estate Planning and Basics

Events and Activities

Badger Prairie Cooking Club Classes To Register Please Call the Verona

Senior Center: 845-7471 Come and learn how to cook healthy delicious meals with UW Dept. of Family Medicine & Community Health, Fitchburg Hy-Vee, Badger Prairie Needs Network, & Verona Senior Center. Choose either the Tuesday or Friday series. Call for more info. The cost is $30 for six classes.

“Chat and Chew”

Friday, July 7 at 9:00 AM “Sugar Crush”

Our very own Gary Kuzynski will lead a discussion on sugar consumption and how it relates to our health. He will make reference to the book "Sugar Crush-How to reduce Inflammation, Reverse Nerve Damage, and Reclaim Good Health" by Dr. Richard Jacoby.

Crossword Activity Fridays July 7 and 28 at 10:30 AM. Come and solve a 95– question puzzle.

Lunch in the Community:

Culvers in Verona Tuesday, July 11 at 11:30 AM

Join us for a social lunch at Culvers. Please call if you would like to be picked up by Transit Solutions. On this day there will be home delivered meals only. RSVP by noon Monday, July 10 at 845-7471.

Next Month /Stepping On Program This 7 week program will be Mondays

August 7- September 18 from 1:00-3:00 PM

Afraid of falling? Identify and address your fall risk by registering for “Stepping On,” an evidence based 7-week, 2-hour/class series for older adults with balance concerns or fear of falling. Led by trained medical professionals, examine medications, home safety, balance, vision and more. Learn simple and fun balance and strength training exercises. With support from Safe Communities, Dane County, United Way, AAA Wisconsin, WPS, and the Verona Senior Center, the program builds confidence, reduces falls, and prevents hospital stays. $35 participation fee includes instruction, guest expert presentations, printed materials, and snacks. Scholarships available upon request. In a 2004 study, seniors who completed “Stepping On” experienced a 31% reduction in falls; in Dane County, recent data supports a 50% reduction. Please visit https://safercommunity.net/falls-prevention/prevention-programs/ for full class listing.

Monday Walking in July Every Monday 3-3:45 PM

Come on out and join one of our staff members at the Senior Center. We will be taking a nature walk on Monday afternoons. This will be a slow to moderate walk.

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Literature Lovers Book Club Wednesday, July 12 at 12:30 PM

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Thursday, July 13 from 10:30-11:30 In his presentation “But it was just a little bump on the head,” Karl Curtis, executive director of the Brain Injury Alliance of Wisconsin, will explain why you should always see a doctor if you hit your head and feel woozy. He will discuss how your brain works, the dangers of untreated head trauma (even if you think it wasn’t that bad), and the leading causes and symptoms of concussions and more serious brain injuries.

Mary's Unique Boutique

Monday, July 17 11:00-3:00 PM Preview fashions provided by Mary's Unique Boutique in New Glarus. Outfits and other accessories will be available for purchase.

“Writing as Healing” Monday, July 17 from 12:30-1:30 PM

Writing can be powerful. In this class we will explore several techniques for using writing to help with physical and emotional healing.

“Book Nook” : “The Wedding Quilt”

Tuesday, July 18 at 10:30 AM Linda Kaiser will be reading a book called “The Wedding Quilt” by Jennifer Chiaverini.

Ice Cream Socials Fridays July 7, 14, and 28 at 12:30 PM

Did you know National Ice Cream Month is in July? We will celebrate by offering ice cream sundaes!!!!! Lots of toppings will be offered!

Computer Questions for Linda Friday, July 21 from 10:00-11:00

This will be a question and answer time to discuss any computer issues you have.

Crafts with CC's Clubhouse Monday, July 24 from 9:00-11:00 AM

Come and decorate a flower pot and plant a flower with kids from CC's Clubhouse. All materials provided. They would love to hear some Verona history from its residents while we are visiting the Senior Center!

Acrylic Painting - with Carol Ann

Monday, July 24 1:00– 2:30 PM Painting for all abilities! Learn acrylic painting techniques in a relaxed, no judgment atmosphere. No experience necessary!

Summer Watercolor Class Wednesday, July12, 19, 26 1:30-4:30PM $15 a class. Please contact: Kathy Esch for more information. [email protected] or 608-220-9700

We have Bocce Ball Courts!!!!! Would you like to come and play Bocce Ball? Give Alasa Wiest a call if you are interested. 845-7471.

Events and Activities

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FREE popcorn is served during all movies!

Come and Watch a 3D movie on our new Smart TV!!

Movie will take place in our Fireside

Room/3D Glasses Provided

Men In Black

Friday, July 28

1:00 PM, PG-13

2012, 106 Minutes

Two agents J and K are back in time. J has seen some inexplicable things in his 15 years with the Men in Black, but nothing, not even aliens, perplexes him as much as his wry, reticent partner. But when K's life and the fate of the planet are put at stake, Agent J will have to travel back in time to put things right.

The Shack

Friday, July 7 1:00 PM, PG-13

2017, 133 Minutes

After a loving father endures a family tragedy that rocks him to his core, he receives a mysterious invitation to "The Shack," a decrepit shelter where an unimaginable horror once took place. But, much to his surprise, his visit prompts a divine intervention from a series of strangers and the group soon lead him on a theological inquiry in the hope of getting him unstuck from his grief.

Central Intelligence Friday, July 14 1:00 PM, PG-13 2016, 108 Minutes After he reconnects with an awkward pal from high school through Facebook, a mild-mannered accountant is lured into the world of international espionage.


Movie Matinees

All films are purchased through VUDU.com. The synopses for films are

provided by VUDU.

3DMovies�Tuesdays in July at 1:00 PM!

Are you hanging out with your grandkids this summer? Why not bring them to see a 3D movie at the Senior Center? We will be providing FREE movie and popcorn.

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Euchre Winners 5/2/17 Russell Pernot (58) Dorothy Schwenn (57) 5/9/17 Roger Barr (73) Russell Pernot (64) 5/16/17 Evelyn Hruska (61) Gladys Schmid (61) Juanita Harbort (58) Donn Ott (58) 5/23/17 Jim Endres (63) Alfred Gerbitz (62) Dutch Becker (62)


Games

Games for every day of the week! All are welcome! Hand and Foot Mondays from 1:00-3:00 PM Mah-Jongg Tuesdays from 10:00-12:00 PM. Euchre Tuesdays from 1:00– 3:30 PM. We now play for a dollar! Bridge Wednesdays from 12:45 PM-4:00 PM. Mexican Train Dominoes Wednesdays at 1:00 PM. Bingo $1.00 for 2 Cards Thursdays 12:30 PM-1:30 PM. 500 Try this fun Card Game!!!! Thursdays at 1:30 PM. Game Night Thursday nights at 6:00 PM. Many games available.

“500” Winners 5/4/17 Phillip Meier (2580) Gladys Schmid (2180) 5/11/17 David Hermanson (2180) Donna Schultz (1930) 5/18/2017 David Hermanson (2140) Allen Hable (2050) 5/25/17 Bucky Bogdanow (3830) Gladys Schmid (2650)


ACTIVITY CALENDAR July 2017 MON TUES WED THURS FRI

��8:45 Foot Care 8:45 Foot Reflexology 8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 11:45 Brat Cookout 12:30 Ladies Must Swing 1:00 Hand and Foot 1:30-3 Downton Abbey: Season 5: Episode 1 and 2 3:00 Walking

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��9:00 Coffee Hour 9:30-2 Wellness Nurse 10:00 Club 108 10:00 Functional Fit MELT 11:00 MELT 12:45 Bridge 1:00 Mexican Train Dominoes 1:30-4:30 MATC Watercolor

��8:45 No Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:50 No Chair Yoga 10:00 OTS: West Towne 12:30 Bingo 1:30 “500” 2:00 Core Strength 3:30 Line Dancing 6:00 Game Night

��8:45 No Yoga 9:00 “Chat and Chew”: Sugar Crush by Gary 10:00 Tai Chi II 10:30 Crossword Activity 11:15 Tai Chi I 12:30 Ice Cream Social 1:00 Movie “ The Shack”

��8:45 Foot Care 8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 11:00-3:00 Mary's Unique Boutique 12:30-1:30 Harmonica Hour 1:00 Hand and Foot 1:00-3 Downton Abbey: Season 5 Episode 3 and 4 3:00 Walking

��8:45 Chair Massage 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:00 Core Strength 10:00 Mah-Jongg 10:00 Man-Talk 11:30 Lunch in Community: Culvers 12:30 Card Making w/ Kate 1:00 Euchre 1:00 3D Movie: “Big Hero 6” 2:00 Tai Chi I

��9:00 Coffee Hour 9:30 Palace Theater: Grease 9:30-2 Wellness Nurse 9:30 MATC Knitting 10:00 Club 108 10:00 Functional MELT 11:00 MELT 12:30 Book Club: Razor Girl 12:45 Bridge 1:00 Mexican Train Dominoes 1:30-4:30 Summer Watercolor 4:30/5:00 Tech Time with Tim

��8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:50 Chair Yoga 10:30 Presentation: Falls and Concussions 12:30 Bingo 1:30 “500” 2:00 Core Strength 3:00 Vets Group 3:30 Line Dancing 6:00 Game Night

��8:45 Yoga 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:00 Tai Chi II 10:30 TRIAD: Community Paramedic 11:15 Tai Chi I 12:30 Ice cream Social 1:00 Movie “Central Intelligence”

��8:45 Foot Care 8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:30 Women's Group: Stress Management 101 11:00-3:00 Mary's Unique Boutique 12:30-1:30 Writing as Healing 1:00 Hand and Foot 1:00-3 Downton Abbey: Season 5: Episode 5 and 6 3:00 Walking

��8:45 Chair Massage 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:00 Core Strength 10:00 Caregivers Support Group & Club 108 10:00 OTS: Hy-Vee/Aldi 10:00 Mah-Jongg 10:30 “Book Nook”: The Wedding Quilt 1:00 Euchre 1:00 3D Movie: “Peabody and Sherman” 2:00 Tai Chi I

��9:00 Coffee Hour 9:30 MATC Knitting 9:30-2 Wellness Nurse 10:00-11:30 Educational Seminar: Social Security 10:00 Club 108 10:00 Functional MELT 11:00 MELT 12:45 Bridge 1:00 Mexican Train Dominoes 1:30-4:30 Summer Watercolor 4:30/5:00 Tech time with Tim

��8:45 Foot Reflexology 8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:50 Chair Yoga 10:00 OTS: Walmart 12:30 Bingo 1:30 “500” 2:00 Core Strength 3:30 Line Dancing 6:00 Game Night

��8:45 Yoga 9:00 Coffee Hour 10:00 Parkinson's Group 10:00 Computers with Linda 10:00 Tai Chi II 11:15 Tai Chi I 11:45 Bday/Anniv Lunch 12:30 Trippers Music

��8:45 Diabetic Foot Care 8:45 Keeping Fit 9:00 Coffee Hour 8:30-10:00 Fitchrona Paramedic/Blood Pressure 9:00-11:00 CC’s Clubhouse Planting Craft w/ Kids 1:00 Hand and Foot 1:00 Paint with Carol 1:00-3 Downton Abbey : Season 5: Episode: 7 and 8 3:00 Walking

��8:45 Chair Massage 9:00 Coffee Hour 9:00 Core Strength 10:00 Man -Talk 10:00 Mah-Jongg 1:00 Euchre 1:00 3D Movie: “UP” 2:00 Tai Chi I

��9:00 Coffee Hour 9:30 MATC Knitting 9:30-2 Wellness Nurse 10:00 Club 108 10:00 Functional Fit MELT 11:00 MELT 12:45 Bridge 1:00 Mexican Train Dominoes 1:30-4:30 Summer Watercolor

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*Please call 845-7471 with any questions regarding these services*


Health and Wellness

Foot Care Clinic Mondays: July 3, 10, 17 Appointments begin at 8:45 AM The cost for this service is $20.00, payable to Home Health United. Please bring (2) towels for your own use. Fingernails can also be done at the same appointment time for an additional $10.00 Appointment Required Diabetic Foot Care Monday, July 24 Appointments begin at 8:45 AM The cost is $28.00 per visit, payable to Home Health United. Please bring (2) towels. Appointment Required Foot Reflexology No Foot Reflexology Tuesday, July 4 Will take appointments for Monday, July 3 and Thursday, July 20 Appointments begin at 8:45 AM The therapist applies pressure with thumb and finger to ends of nerves to help bring about increased circulation, a balancing effect, and a relaxation which enhances general well-being. $20 For 30 minutes $40 For one hour

Appointment Required

Chair Massage with Gary Tuesdays: July 11, 18, 25 Appointments begin at 8:45 AM

Enjoy the benefits of a

massage of the neck,

head, back, shoulders,

and arms.

$10 For 15 minutes

$ 20 For 30 Minutes

Appointment

Required

Nurse Barbara Wednesdays from 9:30 AM-2:00 PM

Barbara does blood pressure and glucose checks, weigh-ins, and informal discussions of your health and nutritional goals and concerns. This is a FREE drop - in service. No appointment is required.

Health Bits from Nurse Barbara July is here and mosquitoes and other insect pests are in full swing. To deter mosquitoes, get rid of standing water. This includes pet water bowls and even plant saucers. Dump and change bird bath water at least twice a week. Bats usually eat lots of mosquitoes, but the bat population is down due to white nose syndrome. When possible, wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and socks outdoors. Use a repellent on skin and on thin clothing. Ticks are very common in our area and will be even more prolific this year due to so much rain. They have discovered ticks live longer in cooler temperature areas with higher levels of humidity. The infected blacklegged ticks are those that can cause Lyme disease. Symptoms can include a bull’s-eye shaped rash, fatigue, chills, fever, headache, muscle and joint aches along with swollen lymph nodes. It can usually be treated with antibiotics if caught soon enough. Ways to protect yourself against ticks include avoid brushing up against vegetation. When hiking stay in the middle of the path and they don’t like dry, sunny places. Tuck your pant legs into your socks. Wear a hat and wear light clothing to better identify ticks on your body. The Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services states: Mosquitoes can detect a prospective host from as far away as 100 feet. A common tick can actually detect the footsteps of a potential host and start running towards it within a matter of seconds. Ticks dry out very quickly and can’t attach to a host. Repellents work by blocking their detection systems, (ie.) antennae and other sensory organs.

*All Exercise Classes are $5 unless specified*


Health and Wellness

Keeping Fit No Class July 6 Mondays at 8:45 AM Thursdays at 8:45 AM Functional Fitness MELT CLASS: Wednesdays: 10:00 AM MELT Class: Wednesdays: 11:00 AM �Core Strength : FREE CLASS Tuesdays at 9:00AM Thursdays at 2:00PM

Line Dancing Thursdays at 3:30 PM Chair Yoga No Class July 6 Thursdays at 9:50 AM Yoga No Class July 7 Fridays at 8:45 AM Tai Chi Tuesdays 2:00 PM Level 1

Fridays 10:00 AM Level II 11:15 AM Level I

For more information on any of these exercise classes please refer to the

Verona Senior Center Website: veronaactiveadults.org

New Fitness Class in July!!!!


FREE Saturday Exercise Classes at the Verona Senior Center! These FREE classes will be offered July 8,15, 22, 29 from 8:30-9:15.

Please see the details below!

Friendly Faces

Hello, I’m Becky Losby Case Manager at the Senior

Center. I’ve been here for 5 years, and I love what I

do. I grew up in Madison, but reside in McFarland

with my husband Ryan and our son’s Braden (17)

and Carter (15), yellow lab, Gabby & a shipoo,

Jordy. You may see Jordy around the center once

in a while. I received my associate’s degree in 1995

in human services, and I just recently went back to

school to get my bachelor’s degree in psychology.

Prior to working at the Senior Center I worked

many years at the UW Hospital in various roles,

from nursing assistant in the emergency room to

dispatching Med Flight. I also worked at Four

Winds Manor in social services. I like to fish, boat,

travel (I love Jamaica & was married there) and do

little home fixer upper projects. I start books but

rarely finish them, love extra cheese and

mushroom pizza, shamelessly enjoy 70’s & 80’s

rock, and I’ll never get tired of the movie The

Notebook. I’m reminded everyday how blessed I am

to work with all of you here at the Senior Center.

Hi! My name is Pat Perkins and I am a volunteer at the senior center. I have been involved for many years now, starting first as a receptionist. Then I got involved in the board and joined them for a four year term. From there I moved on to helping out with foot care, serving meals, helping my husband deliver meals on wheels, helping with the health fairs. I am also part of a group who serves popcorn and sets up euchre and prizes every Tuesday afternoon! There is not one thing I do here that I truly don't enjoy doing. When I first started, I basically knew no one! Now I know so many of the seniors who both volunteer here and just come to enjoy all the activities that are available to everyone. I am originally from Lancaster, WI and graduated from there. I met my husband through one of my roommates and we have been married for almost 49 years. We have one son and a daughter-in-law and 2 "grand dogs"! When I was working, I worked for the Dept of Revenue for many years, left when my son was born, then had a job at Sears for 24 years, and several part-time jobs at Verona Electric Appliance and Conney Safety Products. In my spare time I love to quilt! We just recently moved to Belleville but I continue to volunteer here because of the great place to spend time and to see the wonderful people I have come to know and work with. I truly enjoy all the time I spend here.



Notices

Chronicle Information The Chronicle is available for free pick up at Verona Senior Center, Verona Public Library, Verona City Hall, and Miller’s Grocery Store. If you would like to have it mailed directly to your home, stop by the front desk and fill out a subscription form. The cost for mailing is $15/year.

Please Sign In!!!! Whenever you are at the Senior Center for any reason, please sign in for the activity or activities that you are here to attend. These numbers help show the building usage and provide valuable information for the City Council. If you do not have a MY SENIOR CENTER card, please stop at the front desk and we will gladly make one for you.

Front Desk Volunteers are needed! The Senior Center is currently looking for some volunteer help at the front desk. Do you like to answer phones and greet others with a smile? Then this is the opportunity for you. There is some very minimal computer work involved. Please let Alasa Wiest know if you are

interested 845-7471.

Volunteers Needed for the Board The Friends of the Verona Senior Center are looking for more Board Members. If this is of interest to you, please reach out to Board President Louis Eifert, or leave your name & contact information at the reception desk. Louis would be happy to talk with you and invite you to a monthly meeting where you can learn more about board opportunities.

Monthly Case Manager Outreach Hours

Becky Losby, Case Manager Verona Library: 2nd Monday, 1:00-2:00 PM

Sugar Creek: 1st Tuesday, 2:00-3:00 PM

Prairie Oaks II: 2nd Tuesday, 3:00-4:00PM

Evia: 4th Tuesday, 2:30-3:30 PM

Schettler Terrace: 1st Thursday, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Park Verona: 3rd Thursday, 2:00-3:00 PM

Noel Manor: 4th Thursday, 2:00-3:00 PM

Caregivers Support Group 1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 10:00 AM No Meeting Tuesday, July 4

All caregivers or former caregivers are welcome! No RSVP required.

Club 108

Wednesdays 10:00-11:30 AM 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 10:00-11:30AM Club 108 is an activity program for individuals with early memory loss.

Weight Watchers

Tuesdays at 5:30 PM

Weigh in is at 5:00 PM

No Meeting Tuesday, July 4 For more information please contact the

Verona Senior Center 845-7471.

AA Meetings Thursdays at 1:00 PM

Senior AA meetings are held weekly in the Health Room for anyone who wishes to attend. All meetings are strictly confidential.


Resources and Groups *Please call 845-7471 with any questions regarding these services*

Women's Group 3rd Monday at 10:30 AM.

In July we will be having Lynn Peyton an LCSW psychotherapist in to talk about

Stress Management 101.

Man - Talk 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 10:00 AM

We have started a new group! Please join other men for conversation and refresh-ments. Feel free to bring ideas to share

with the group.

Veterans Group 2nd Thursday, at 3:00 PM

All are welcome! Stay tuned for future events!!!!

Parkinson’s Group

3rd Friday at 10:00 AM This group is for those with or caring for

someone with Parkinson’s Disease.

Hometown Helpers

1st Tuesday every month at 9:30 AM No Hometown Helpers July 4

The Verona Hometown Helpers is part of the RSVP Group Projects program. The group makes mittens, hats, scarves and other items requested by area organiza-tions for those in need. Questions? Please call Mary Schmelzer at 310-7280.

Card Making with Kate Tuesday, July 11 at 12:30 PM

Join Katie Johnson with Stampin’ Up for card making. The cost of the class is $10. Please RSVP by Monday, July 10 to Katie Johnson: [email protected]

GROUPS

Verona Stampers Group 1st Tuesday of the month at 1:00/6:00

No Meeting July 4

This group meets the first Tuesday of each month. There is no cost to attend. Bring your stamping projects from home and see what fellow stampers are working on.

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Transportation

RSVP Medical Appointment Transportation

For doctor appointments outside of Verona you must call at least two working days in advance, and be able to get into a passenger car. Every effort will be made to find a volunteer driver to take you to your appointment. Donations are to be directed to RSVP. Drivers cannot accept personal payment or tips. If you must cancel a ride, please do so as soon as possible to free up the volunteer driver’s time.

Verona Transportation The Transit Solutions van is available for transportation only in the City of Verona. Monday-Friday from 10:00 AM-1:45 PM. The van is equipped with a lift to accommodate walkers and wheelchairs. Two stops only per trip. Roundtrip fees are to be paid directly to the van driver. Please call the Senior Center, 845-7471, by NOON the day prior to schedule your ride. Please note that Wednesday rides will only be available to the Senior Center for lunch, to Miller’s Grocery Store, and to see the nurse at the Senior Center. No other rides can be accommodated on Wednesdays. Suggested Donation: To the Senior Center $1 Other Verona Destinations $2

Please call the Senior Center to request any of these driving services.

845-7471

Out of Town Shopping Suggested Donation:

$4.00 Roundtrip to Madison $2.00 Roundtrip in Verona

10:00 AM-1:00 PM

Thursday, July 6: West Towne Thursday, July 20: Walmart Tuesday, July 18: Hy-Vee/Aldi

Charges will vary for other special events. Payments are to be made directly to the driver. The driver will pick you up at your

home for these trips.


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Badger Prairie Needs Network Community Meals

Badger Prairie offers FREE meals on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays in the summer from June 3– August 31. Meals run from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM. All are welcome!

Food Pantry in Verona

The Badger Prairie Needs Network food pantry is underutilized by seniors. All you need to qualify is to be in the Verona School district, and you can go once a month. They have an awesome selection of food (many donations from local restaurants and EPIC) and other personal need goods. You should check it out! If you need a ride, call the senior center to schedule the van.

Food Pantry Hours

Monday: 10 AM-Noon and 3-6:30 PM Tuesday: 10 AM-Noon Thursday: 10 AM-Noon and 3-6:30 PM Friday: 10 AM– Noon Saturday: 10AM-12:30 PM

Badger Prairie is located at 6720 Hwy

151 Verona. (past the Pizza Ranch)


Sunshine Report

Sunshine Club The Sunshine Club sends well-wishes and condolences. If you know of someone who has been hospitalized, is ill, or had a loss, please let our staff or office volunteers know and we will forward the information so that a card can be sent. Sympathy: �

��Floyd Carlstrom for wife Carol Family of Lorraine Crownhart Richard Zweifel for wife Shirley ��

�Well Wishes: John Perkins Thinking of You: Leonard Waelti

Thank you to our Program Sponsors!

Culvers– Birthday Coupon Cards 5th Quarter– Birthday Coupon Cards Comfort Keepers– Bingo State Bank of Cross Plains– Birthday Cake We wish to express our heartfelt appreciation to all the donors – we couldn’t do it without you. Unless specifically designated, monetary donations and fund-raiser proceeds are used for the following: • birthday and anniversary cards & postage • entertainers • popcorn machine & supplies • ice cream socials • supplies for fundraisers • snacks & supplies for coffee hours, meetings of Caregivers, the Veterans, and Parkinson’s groups. • Donations are also used to support

short-term emergency needs via the Helping Hand Fund.


Contact Information

The Verona Senior

Center is accredited by the Wisconsin Assn. of Senior Centers.

Address:

108 Paoli Street Verona, WI 53593 Phone: (608) 845-7471 FAX: (608) 848-2784 Website: www.veronaactiveadults.org Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM Open Thursdays from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM Senior Center Staff

Director, Mary Hanson [email protected] Case Manager, Becky Losby [email protected] Program Manager, Alasa Wiest [email protected]

Program Assistant, Linda Kaiser [email protected] Nurse, Barbara Rasmussen [email protected] Nutrition Coordinator, Pat Nolan Nutrition Aide, Cindy Martin Transportation, Transit Solutions & RSVP

Friends of Verona Senior Center/ Board

of Directors

President, Louis Eifert Treasurer, Mary Hinner Secretary, Virginia Peterson Member, Bill LaBerge Member, Sally Matts Healy Member, Pat Eggen Member, Alyce Kocal If you would like to contact any of our Board Members please call the Senior Center 845-7471. Verona Senior Citizens Commission

Chairperson, Brad Stiner ..................... 845-6004 Luke Diaz ................................................ 616-9459 Mac McGilvray ....................................... 220-2858 Non-Voting:

Louis Eifert, VAAA, Seniors Representative Mary Hanson, Senior Center Director

Verona Senior Center

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You may also choose to view our Chronicle online at the Friends of Verona Senior Center website.

veronaactiveadults.org

Documents

July 2017 - Friends of Verona Senior Center · 2017-06-11 · “Sugar Crush” Our very own Gary Kuzynski will lead a discussion on sugar consumption and how it relates to our health