Volume 120 Issue 10

OCTOBER 2020

LIMITED

EDITION

Published monthly by the Friends of Isabella Seniors for the Isabella County Commission on Aging

Friends of Isabella Seniors - 2200 S Lincoln Rd., Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 - (989) 772-0748 - isabellacounty.org/active living-newspaper

Voting Is Power. Use It! Voting for candidates running for state and local

races is as important as voting for the “top of the ticket”

candidates. Often, however, voters are unaware of the duties

of the occupants of those elected offices. Here is a brief

description of some of Isabella County’s elected offices.

Isabella County Clerk: chief election official of the County;

issues marriage licenses, birth and death certificates,

concealed weapons permits, military discharge orders, notary

public commissions, assumed name certificates, numerous

other duties.

Isabella County Treasurer: responsible for property tax,

foreclosures, parcel information, dog licensing, as well as

other treasury related services.

Isabella County Register of Deeds: is official recording

office for all land records in the County.

Isabella County Drain Commission: administers laws

involving flood protection, stormwater management, and soil

erosion.

Isabella County Road Commission: ensures steady and

safe traffic patterns; gravel road upkeep; road and bridge

construction, repair and maintenance; snow removal, salting

and sanding; maintain road signage; control roadside

vegetation; other duties.

Isabella County Commission: responsible for development

and administration of the annual budget; approves all

contracts, grant agreements, and personnel procedures and

matters, including collective bargaining agreements.

Mt Pleasant City Commission: The City Charter provides

for a “Commission-Manager Plan.” The Commission is

responsible for establishing policies to protect the health,

safety and wellbeing of the community. Primary duties:

hiring a city manager, approving an annual budget, passing

and updating ordinances.

Union Township Clerk: keeps voter registration file and

conducts elections, maintains custody of all township

records, records and maintains township meeting minutes,

maintains general ledger, other duties.

Union Township Trustee: responsible for township’s

fiduciary health, other duties as assigned.

School Board: represents the community in setting policy

for the school district.

Candidates for the above offices were asked to

respond to questions posed by League of Women Voters Mt

Pleasant Area. Responses are available in online and in print

Voter Guides. Print Voter Guides with local candidate

information are available at Veterans Memorial Library

(VML), 301 S. University, Mt. Pleasant. Print Voter Guides

containing national candidate information as well as state

school board and university board information are also

available at VML. All candidate information may be

found in our online Voter Guide, vote411.org.

Vote411.org is a wealth of information for voters.

Input your address and find out what’s on your ballot, check

your voter registration, find your polling place, view

candidate forums, and much more.

VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! If you choose to vote absentee, return your ballot

as soon as possible. (Track your ballot at mi.gov/vote) If

you choose to vote in person, polls will be open 7:00 a.m.

to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3.

Mt Pleasant City Clerk: 989-779-5361

Union Township Clerk: 989-772-4600 x229 Isabella County Clerk: 989-317-4070

See Pages 4 and 5 for Polling Locations and Absentee Voter Drop Box Locations.

COA Executive Director’s Comments Fall is upon us, and I just love everything about it… the smells, cooler temperatures (sweatshirt weather), football, beautiful fall colors, apple cider (you cannot forget the fresh doughnut!), and Halloween, of course! While everything might look and feel a little different this year, I hope that you find a way to safely enjoy all of these things as well. Growing up as a fire fighter’s daughter, and now being a fire fighter’s wife, I also think of fire prevention when I think of October. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has sponsored Fire Prevention Week™ every year since 1922 during the week of October 9th in commemoration of the Great Chicago Fire. During Fire Prevention Week™, children, adults, and teachers learn how

to stay safe in case of a fire. Firefighters provide lifesaving public education in an effort to drastically decrease casualties caused by fires. In a fire, mere seconds can mean the difference between a safe escape and a tragedy. Fire safety education isn’t just for school children. Teenagers, adults, and older adults are also at risk in fires, making it important for every member of the community to take some time every October during Fire Prevention Week™ to make sure they understand how to stay safe in case of a fire.

To increase fire safety for older adults, the NFPA offers the following safety tips:

Keep It Low If you don't live in an apartment building, consider sleeping in a room on the ground floor in order to make emergency escape easier. Make sure that smoke alarms are installed in every sleeping room and outside any sleeping areas. Have a telephone installed where you sleep in case of emergency. When looking for an apartment or high-rise home, look for one with an automatic sprinkler system. Sprinklers can extinguish a home fire in less time that it takes for the fire department to arrive.

Sound the Alarm The majority of fatal fires occur when people are sleeping, and because smoke can put you into a deeper sleep rather than waking you, it´s important to have a mechanical early warning of a fire to ensure that you wake up. If anyone in your household is deaf or if your own hearing is diminished, consider installing a smoke alarm that uses a flashing light or vibration to alert you to a fire emergency.

Do the Drill Conduct your own, or participate in, regular fire drills to make sure you know what to do in the event of a home fire. If you or someone you live with cannot escape alone, designate a member of the household to assist, and decide on backups in case the designee isn't home. Fire drills are also a good opportunity to make sure that everyone is able to hear and respond to smoke alarms.

Open Up Make sure that you are able to open all doors and windows in your home. Locks and pins should open easily from inside. (Some apartment and high-rise buildings have windows designed not to open.) If you have security bars on doors or windows, they should have emergency release devices inside so that they can be opened easily. These devices won't compromise your safety, but they will enable you to open the window from inside in the event of a fire. Check to be sure that windows haven't been sealed shut with paint or nailed shut; if they have, arrange for someone to break the seals all around your home or remove the nails.

Stay Connected Keep a telephone nearby, along with emergency phone numbers so that you can communicate with emergency personnel if you're trapped in your room by fire or smoke. For more information, go to www.nfpa.org.

Jennifer A. Crawford, M.S.A., COA Executive Director

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Virtual Support Groups

Bariatric Support Group meets monthly through Zoom. Anyone interested in joining should contact the MidMichigan Health Surgical Weight Team in Alma at (989) 463-6699.

Adult Grief and Loss

Support Groups meets bi-weekly through GoToMeeting. Anyone interested in joining should contact Candice Woodfield, MidMichigan Home Care Bereavement Coordinator at (989) 633-1437 to get login details.

COA Virtual Fitness Classes

We are excited to add Yoga to our current online fitness class line-up! All you need to participate in any of our virtual fitness classes is access to the internet and a computer. These classes will all be offered via Zoom. At this time, we have Tai Chi, Zumba Gold, Chair Yoga and now offering Yoga.

If you are interested in these classes or have questions, please call (989) 772-0748 and ask to leave a message for Marcy. Or you can feel free to email me at mjerome@isabellacounty.org and I will get you the details of the classes. These classes will be offered free of charge. All participants must have a signed liability waiver on file before starting classes.

Yoga Monday 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Tai Chi Tuesday & Thursday - 10:00 a.m.

Zumba Gold Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Chair Yoga Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

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Join us at the COA Parking Lot for Drive-In Donut and Cider

Wednesday, October 21 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Drive through under the COA front entrance canopy and staff will bring your FREE Donut and Cider right to your car! We ask that you do NOT get out of your vehicle for any reason. Our building remains closed at this time, so NO entry will be allowed. Questions: Call Marcy Jerome at 989-772-0748. No need to register. FREE of charge.

Medicare Part D Open Enrollment During the Medicare Part D 2019-2020 Open Enrollment, the Commission on Aging served between 400-500 people. We were very fortunate to have had a very competent group of volunteers, along with COA employees, to help meet the needs of the older adults of Isabella County. This year’s Open Enrollment will appear much different, due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. At this time, our office is currently closed to the public, and is continuing to operate with an emphasis on remote work for many of our employees. Returning volunteers are on hold to safely limit the amount of people coming in and out of our COA building. We will continue to take calls and provide information on Medicare Part D; but, will be extremely limited on the amount of people we will be able to assist this year. For the safety of all, we are planning to answer most Medicare Part D questions over the phone. We strongly encourage you to contact Medicare directly at 1-800-Medicare (1-800-633-4227) or go to their website at: www.Medicare.gov to review your plan coverage. The dates for Open Enrollment are October 15th-December 7th. The Commission on Aging staff has always prided ourselves on being a great resource to the community, therefore we will continue to provide assistance to the best of our abilities, over the phone, during this trying time. We thank you for your patience and understanding.

Mission Moments

While taking the time to reflect on the last couple of months, I have realized that although the world as we know it has changed, it still has so much to offer. Community spirit can lift our soul and bring joy into our everyday lives. When the first few weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic hit, we saw neighbors singing in harmony and social media sharing images of our beautiful land. We saw pictures of clearer skies and water, decreased pollution and reduced carbon emissions. It has us asking ourselves, what can we do as a community to make the world a better place. We saw our local businesses step up to offer shopping hours designated for older adults and those medically disabled. We see schools offer free breakfast and lunch for all students, ensuring proper nutrition so that they can grow and thrive. I’ve seen families come together to spend more quality time working on new recipes and family activities. Here at the Commission on Aging, we have had volunteers designate countless hours making masks. We have staff making weekly calls ensuring increased socialization. Staff have also put together activities such as drive through root beer floats and volunteer recognition events and have taken a “virtual approach” to different classes being offered. We understand that caregiving can be difficult and the Caregiver Trainer and Support Specialist has resumed virtual support groups and is also in the process of finalizing a Fall Caregiver Training which will be held virtually in November. Our Case Managers have been available yearlong to identify needs and help to develop care plans, often connecting clients with available services and resources. In addition, they offer ongoing monitoring of services to ensure that the individual’s needs are being met. When interviewing participants during a recent survey for the In-Home services program, we heard individuals state how pleased they were with their Case Managers and In-Home staff. One individual stated “The usual helper takes her job to her heart and we just love her!” Another claimed “I feel like she is family, but very professional.” If you take anything from this article, please “Look for something positive in each day, even if some days you have to look a little harder.” There are beautiful people among us and we are surrounded by a strong community. Uniting the two and offering love and support is how we will get through this year and the years to come.

Jenn Martin, In Home Services Program Coordinator

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Legal Services Lakeshore Legal Aid provides legal advice to people over the age of 60.

Please call : Council & Advocacy Law Line at 1-888-783-8190

Community Resources for Food Update Isabella Community Soup Kitchen, 621 S. Adams, Mt. Pl., provides sack lunches 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

Salvation Army Service Center, 1715 S. Mission St., Mt Pleasant. Make an appointment by calling 989-773-4663 for daily food distribution. The Salvation Army Service Center also provides utility assistance and other services when funds are available.

Weidman Storehouse Food Pantry food distribution, 6000 S. Main St. in Weidman, Tuesdays 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m., 989-644-3148, Serving: Broomfield, Coldwater, Deerfield, Gilmore, Nottawa, and Sherman Twps.

CCN Food Pantry provides Drive-By Distribution at Strickler Center, 1114 W. High St., Mt. Pleasant. To receive food and basic hygiene and cleaning items, please choose ONE OF THE FOLLOWING DATES IN OCTOBER: Wednesday, October 14 OR 28 at 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; OR Saturday, October 17 OR 31 at 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Individuals without transportation can call 989-863-4449 with your name, address, phone number, and number of people in your family. I-Ride will let you know when to expect your delivery.

Max & Emily’s Bakery Café, 125 E. Broadway, Mt. Pl., People Helping People, please Request PHP Meal, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., 1 per person each Sunday, no documentation is required. SUNDAYS ONLY.

REAP Food Pantry, Beth Hovey, 989-572-8230, at St. Henry’s Catholic Church, 4079 E. Vernon Rd. in Rosebush, Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., clients may visit every week, no exclusions.

St Vincent de Paul Parish Food Pantry, 168 E. Wright Ave., Shepherd, open on Friday afternoons, but call 989-828-5720 on Wednesdays between 10:00 a.m. - Noon to set up an appointment.

The Potters House Food Pantry, 5346 E. Deerfield, is open from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month. (October 18). Please provide a valid driver license.

Little Downtown Pantry at First United Methodist Church, 400 S. Main St., Mt. Pl., open daily Noon to 5:00 p.m. in west entrance on Washington St. Please wear mask and only one person/family at a time.

GreenTree Co-op Little Free Food Fridge outside the store, 214 N. Franklin St., Mt. Pleasant. Open 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily. GreenTree also participates in the Double Up Food Bucks program. For every $1.00 you spend in the store on produce purchases, you will receive a $1.00 coupon to be used on your next visit.

Pickard Street Citgo, 910 E. Pickard St., Mt. Pleasant provides $.99 meals for kids that include a sandwich, fruit, milk, juice, or fountain pop from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Seniors Free Home Delivered Meals for individuals currently NOT enrolled in another food assistance program:

https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/request-meal-delivery-reassurance?language=en_US

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Where Do I Vote Tuesday, November 3? Polls are open 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

CITY OF MT. PLEASANT

Precinct 1 - Ganiard Elementary School, 101 S. Adams St. Precinct 2 - City Hall, 320 W. Broadway Precinct 3 - Pullen Elementary School, 251 S. Brown St. Precinct 4 - Mt. Pleasant High School, 1155 S. Elizabeth St. Precinct 5 - Kinney Elementary School, 720 N. Kinney St. Precinct 6 - Vowles Elementary School, 1560 Watson Rd. Precinct 7 - Fancher Elementary School, 801 S. Kinney St.

TOWNSHIPS:

Broomfield Township 2889 S. Rolland Rd., Remus Chippewa Township 11084 E. Pickard, Mt. Pleasant Coe Township 309 W. Wright Avenue, Shepherd Coldwater Township 7990 N. Brinton Rd., Lake Deerfield Township 3032 S. Winn Rd., Mt. Pleasant Denver Township 7016 E. Beal City Rd., Mt. Pleasant Fremont Township 2583 W. Blanchard Rd., Winn Gilmore Township 1998 W. Stevenson Lake Rd., Farwell Isabella Township 3929 E. Rosebush Rd., Rosebush Lincoln Township 8500 S. Crawford Rd., Shepherd Nottawa Township 3024 W. Weidman Rd., Weidman Rolland Township 8803 S.W. County Line Rd., Blanchard Sherman Township 3550 N. Rolland Rd., Weidman Union Township #1 Union Township Hall 2010 S. Lincoln Rd., Mt. Pleasant Union Township #2 Jameson Hall 5142 Bud St., Mt. Pleasant Union Township #3 Commission on Aging 2200 S. Lincoln Rd., Mt. Pleasant Vernon Township 4031 E. Stevenson Lake Rd., Clare Wise Township 10509 N. Loomis Rd., Clare

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City Of Mt. Pleasant: 320 West Broadway, Mt. Pleasant

Broomfield Township: 2889 South Rolland Rd., Remus

Chippewa Township: 11084 East Pickard Rd., Mt. Pleasant

Coe Township: 309 West Wright Avenue, Shepherd

Deerfield Township: 3032 South Winn Rd., Mt. Pleasant

Denver Township: 7016 East Beal City Rd., Mt. Pleasant

Fremont Township: 2266 West Blanchard Rd., Mt. Pleasant

Gilmore Township: 7972 North Winn Rd., Farwell

Isabella Township: 3929 East Rosebush Rd., Rosebush

Lincoln Township: 2149 East Pleasant Valley Rd., Shepherd

Nottawa Township: 1668 North Gilmore Rd., Weidman

Rolland Township: 10014 West Blanchard Rd., Blanchard

Sherman Township: 8060 West Airline Rd., Weidman

Union Township: 2010 South Lincoln Rd., Mt. Pleasant

Vernon Township: 10877 North Lincoln Rd., Clare

Wise Township: 10509 North Loomis St., Clare

Isabella County Absentee Voter

Drop Box Locations

Remember: If you choose to vote

absentee, return your ballot as soon

as possible. (Track your ballot at

mi.gov/vote)

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Caregiver Support Corner

Mary Ellen Walsh, mewalsh@isabellacounty.org 989-772-0748 Caregiver Support Group is October 20 at 12:30p.m. Call me to register. All Caregivers/Support persons are welcome. SAVE THE DATE: Our next VIRTUAL Caregiver Training will be held on Thursday, November 12 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. There will be two speakers. Brenda Roberts, MA, Director of Quality Assurance and Education with Michigan Assisted Living Association, will present the topic: Sensory Changes and Dementia: Greater Appreciation and Improved Communication. Andrea Rasdale, Psy.D., Local Recovery Coordinator with the Aleda E. Lutz VAMC in Saginaw, will present the topic: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Dementia – How They Interact. Details will be available soon. If you are a Facebook subscriber, like Commission on Aging’s page and you will get all of our postings in a timely fashion. Mid-Michigan is offering a Virtual Grief Support Group that meets every other Tuesday from 1-2pm. Registration is required. Call them at 989-633-1437. U of M is looking for family caregivers who are willing to share their experience for a study they are doing. Call or Text 405-513-1271 or email mharrisl@umich.edu for further info. Is Bathing or Showering a Battle—call me for helpful information on how to make this time for you and your person a much better experience.

Helpful Website and/or Link Resources:

https://www.asaging.org https://alz.org/alzheimers:dementia/coronavirus-covid-19 https://www.alzconnected.org https://www.daughterhood.org https://www.midementiacoalition.org https://www.caregiving.com/ https://www.healthinaging.org/

Music: Like CMU Music School on Facebook and get connected to their weekly concerts on Thursday nights @ 7:30 p.m. Call me for further information. What genre of music does your loved one/person enjoy? Music is universal and almost everyone enjoys and perks up to hearing music/participating in music (humming, singing, body movement, etc.). You will be amazed at how a person reacts to music when they haven’t been reacting to other stimuli. Check out this wonderful video A Mind Roused by Music or the following web address for this on You Tube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RcbddBfoaG4

Puzzles: I just became aware of puzzles made specifically for persons who have DEMENTIA - Springbok's Puzzle to Remember line is designed for those with age related memory impairments, with extra-large pieces and nostalgic themes designed for adults. Amazon carries a variety of these. There may be other companies out there too – but thought I would pass this one along.

Incontinence Supplies Available Do you or someone you know need supplies to help with incontinence? The following items are available at COA: • Pullups – various sizes • Liners (to help with leaks) • Underpads (for a chair or a bed)

To receive these items, you must be: • Age 60 or older • Have limited income • Have difficulty getting supplies from another source An appointment is needed to pick up supplies, please call the COA office at (989)772-0748 for further assistance.

Bus Pass Assistance Taking the bus anywhere in Isabella county is easier than ever. The Isabella County COA may be able to offer an I-Ride Bus pass if you: • Are age 60 or older • Have limited income • Have difficulty getting funds from another source Please call the COA office at (989)772-0748 and ask to speak to a case manager to see if you qualify. An appointment is needed to pick up a pass once you are eligible. Due to limited availability, ongoing assistance or multiple passes are not possible. Thank you to Friends of Isabella Seniors for creating a special fund to make these passes available.

Gold Passes Did you know that if you are 80 years or more you automatically qualify for an IRide Gold Pass? A Gold Pass allows you to ride for free - always! If you are 80 or older and want obtain your Gold Pass, please do the following: • Call COA at 989-772-0748 to make an appointment

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. • At your appointment time, use your cell phone to call

from your car to let the desk staff know that you are there. No cell phone? Call ahead and let them know that you are on your way.

• Have your ID ready to give to the staff when they come out to your car.

• Plan to wait a just a few minutes – they will bring out your personalized Gold Pass to use as soon as you like.

• NOTE: The person who is receiving the Gold Pass must be physically present to receive the pass.

COA Transportation Program The Commission on Aging Transportation Program is currently on hold due to COVID-19 restrictions in order to keep our clients, volunteers, staff and community safe. This program helps with getting people to and from medical appointments both inside and outside Isabella county, as well as grocery assistance. Once we are able to lift these restrictions, we will let the community know.

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IN MEMORY OF

ACTIVE LIVING DONORS

COA DONORS

Eugene Bambach Janet Bambach & Family

Frances M. Bollman Eleanor Lopez

Don Carey Joe & Ione Loomis

Francis Chapman Jack & Norma Mogg

Lois Clark Bruce LaPointe & Beth Miller Joe & Ione Loomis

Orlin Curtis Jackie Curtis Jack & Norma Mogg

Gloria Farnan Joe & Ione Loomis

William Gene Glowacki Eileen Rau

Bill Hawkins Walter Schneider

Chuck MacGregor Sharon Horgan

Anita McGuire Rose O'Brien Eileen Rau Nancy Vodicka

Donald Patenburg Eileen Rau

Charles Peterson Ellen Peterson

Deloris Pohl Mary Bowers Thomas & Prudy Carney Roselynn Pohl Eileen Rau

Bob Roethlisberger Joe & Ione Loomis

Cheryl Rondy Dave & Marcella Sharrar

Sarah Shock Joe & Ione Loomis

Mary Todink Eleanor Lopez Eileen Rau

Marcia Wegner Nelda Gilmore & Jan Kuhn Sheryl McClure Michael & Molly York

Marsha Willis Joe & Ione Loomis

Harold Woodbury The Harold Woodbury Estate

For Active Living Russel Martin Ruth Martin

Carl & Angie Martin Ruth Martin

Vincent & Carrie Wieferich Ruth Martin

Don & Barb Carey Ruth Martin

Norbert & Louise Travis David Travis

For Food with Friends Marilyn Doyle Ron & Linda Ruble

Gold Key Volunteers Jeanette Brussow

Louise Plachta Memorial Fund Joanne Grabinski

Dental/Oral Health Fund United Way of Gratiot & Isabella Counties Grant

COA Leonard & Carol Swan William & Janice Balser Monica Kampf-Carroll Beverly Dunham Richard Redden – On behalf of Robert Browning

Ava Louise Andrews Janet Bambach & Family Ken & Vickie Block Jane Breyer Harold Clark Mary Lou Duffy Marji Evans Rick Fockler David & Mercia Foster John & Barbara Grajek Betty J. Hauck Beth Hovey

Ruth Jackson Jim & Leorna Lynch Anne Messinger William & Delores Miller Donald & Marcia Mink Rose O'Brien Bonnie Ranck Pauline Recker Steve & Betty Schumacher Dawn Snyder Carol Swetz Monica Tilmann

Thank you everyone for your generous donations.

MI Attorney General Warns of Apple Tech Scam LANSING Recent media coverage of an Apple iPhone scam has highlighted the need to remind Michiganders again to be cautious of tech-support scams. Attorney General Dana Nessel is reminding residents to beware of bad actors who may be posing as employees offering tech support for major companies like Apple or Microsoft. The recent media report indicated a Michigan woman was contacted by a scammer who told her that her mobile device required a security update and that he could assist with the process. The victim followed the caller’s instructions and unknowingly gave him remote access to her phone, and he then transferred $1,000 from the victim’s bank account, according to police. Some tech-support scams may begin with a phone call from a real person, while others may be initiated with a robocall. The Attorney General’s office has an example of such a call on its website.

Those who are contacted by an unsolicited caller or receive an email from an unknown source offering tech support and seeking remote access to a computer or other electronic device should hang up the phone or delete the email. Complaints of tech support scams, robocall and other consumer protection-related issues can be filed online with the Michigan Department of Attorney General. Unwanted calls can also be reported to the Federal Trade Commission online or by calling 877-FTC-HELP (877-382-4357).

Month of Remembrance November is traditionally a month of remembrances. We remember Veterans, loved ones who have gone before us, and those we are thankful for. If you would like to honor those special people in your life with a Memorial or Honorarium Listing in the November issue, we need to receive the information by October 10. Please note if the individual is a Veteran.

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Suggested contribution to Active LIVING: $20.00 per year helps to cover the costs of producing and mailing the paper. A great way to remember when to send your donation is to send it on your birthday each year.

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A Friend is Only a Phone Call Away! With the current social distancing and the colder months ahead

of us, it is especially easy to feel lonely and long for a friend on the

other end of the line. The Isabella County Commission on Aging offers

a FREE Friendly Caller service to Isabella County older adults and

their families. The Friendly Caller program is available to any older

adult who would like or benefit from a scheduled telephone call. Calls

can be temporary while recuperating from an illness or calls can be

arranged on a permanent basis around your schedule. To sign up for the

Friendly Caller Program, please talk with your Case Manager or call

Kelly Herrmann, Gold Key Volunteer Coordinator, at (989) 772-0748.

A trained Gold Key Volunteer or Staff Member will make

regular telephone contact with a program participant. If the older adult

does not answer his/her telephone, the Volunteer will contact COA staff

who will try to reach an established emergency contact. Emergency

services (9-1-1) may be contacted if necessary.

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