St. Joseph-Lincoln Senior Center 3271 Lincoln Avenue

St. Joseph, MI 49085

(269) 429-7768

DIRECTORSJLSC@COMCAST.NET

WWW.SJLSC.ORG

Hours: Monday thru Friday 8 am to 4 pm

November 2017

OUR NEW PROGRAM COORDINATOR Unfortunately last month we didn’t have enough room here to picture her and to tell you more about our new Program Coordinator, Jennifer Malone. As we said in the October Anchor News, Jennifer has served as past

President of the Executive Professional Women’s Association, been a Lions Club member and event coordinator for many banquet facilities in the

area. She’s really hit the ground running here at the Center and is already contributing effectively to the staff in planning and organizing our many trips and excursions. Drivers will often be hearing Jen’s voice on the radio as she also will be instrumental in the transportation role. Her office is between Cindi’s and Virgil’s offices if you need her—we know you’ll help make her feel welcome.

“DECK THE HALLS” CHRISTMAS PARTY Friday, December 8th, $5 per person Entertainment 11:15 am, Lunch at 12:00 pm We invite you to join us for another joyful Holiday celebration here at the Center as we Deck the Halls for our annual Christmas party. On the menu will be chicken and beef, with all the fixings and a delicious dessert. Entertainment will be Rum Boogie who will perform some oldies but goodies and of course some holiday songs. Reservations will be taken at the front desk until December 1st or when capacity is reached. If you would like to volunteer to help at the Christmas party, please contact Virgil. BAKELESS BAKE SALE October’s newsletter had an envelope enclosed for your convenience so you can participate in our Annual Bakeless Bake Sale. If you have already donated, thank you very much! If not, please consider donating to make this our most successful fundraiser ever. All funds donated will go to provide additional parking spaces in our parking lot. VETERANS Q&A Tuesday, November 21st, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Lee Lull director of the Berrien County Veterans Services office will be here once again to answer questions and provide the latest information to our Senior Center veterans.

COMMODITIES: 9:00 am – 11:30 am Monthly & Quarterly

Friday, November 17th SEE PAGE 10 FOR

RECERTIFICATION INFORMATION

ALL ACTIVITIES CANCELLED on Friday, December 8th

for our Annual Christmas Party!

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NEWSLETTER MAILING VOLUNTEERS This month’s mailing is

on Wednesday, November 29th at 9:00 am NOTE —DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED

BOOK CLUB Wednesday, November 8th, 10:00 am The Book Club, led by Barb Dorow, will be reading look at you now by Liz Pryor. Join them for a discussion of this fine book about coming-of-age.

BIBLE STUDY Thursday, November 9th, 10:00-11:30 am Reverend Tim Pietrogallo will be leading November’s

Bible study entitled “Walking In Holiness”. Continuing with St. Paul’s New Testament epistle to the Ephesians (Eph. 4:17-32). This is another of Reverend Pietrogallo’s very uplifting and informative sessions and everyone

from all denominations and beliefs is welcome.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION RESULTS The elections for your new St. Joseph-Lincoln Senior Center Board of Directors took place October 12th with the following candidates being elected to office—In alphabetical order, they are: Louise Boelcke, Bill Burrows, Dolores Frantz and Tom Oatman. Each of our board members brings a wealth of experience and genuine concern to their elected office in helping to ensure that our Senior Center continues to move forward in the months ahead. Our gratitude and thanks go out to all those who’ve run for these positions—we appreciate your many contributions. PLEASE NOTE—THE NOVEMBER BOARD MEETING DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO NOVEMBER 9TH AT 10:00 AM. COOKIES AND CANVAS Friday, November 17th, 12:00-3:30 pm $15 per person, payable at sign-up Come join the Cookies and Canvas artists for yummy

cookies and a fun session recreating this nostalgic wintertime farm scene at the left. Painted on a 9’ x 12” canvas you are free of course to add your own touches if you like. All

supplies will be provided. You must sign up and pay by November 15th.

TRAVELING EUCHRE GROUP Saturday, November 18th This group meets at a different Senior Center on the third Saturday of every month. This month, they meet at the North Berrien Senior Center in Coloma. Come and join the fun! Call 269-468-3366 to reserve your spot. FREE VETERANS BREAKFAST Friday, November 10th, 9:00 am FREE for Veterans, All others $3, payable at breakfast As a reminder, we will be providing ALL VETERANS with a free breakfast in Friendship Hall. Our breakfast will recognize your service in uniform wherever and however you may have served. Call to reserve your meal by November 2nd.

BERRIEN COUNTY IN THE CIVIL WAR Friday, November 10th Following the Veterans Breakfast John Urschel returns with more great facts and stats about how Berrien County was effected by the War Between the States. He has extensively researched the subject and has written several books that chronical the involvement of our region’s men and women in a war that sometimes pitted brother against brother. Don’t miss this expert’s captivating presentation. Please sign up to attend.

BINGO

November 9th 1:00 pm $1

(Only one Bingo this month due to Holiday)

LEFT, CENTER, RIGHT

1st Thurs of month: 1:00 pm

November 2nd FREE

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FOOT CLINIC By Appointment Only, Friday, November 10th and Wednesday, November 15th

Lakeland Home Health Care provides this service. This service is also available to diabetics, only with a doctor’s order. The first visit is $30, which includes a reusable foot care kit. Follow up visits are $25.

WHAT’S HEALTH GOT TO DO WITH IT? This moving meditation includes standing and balancing. It is an excellent fitness activity not only for beginners and people with health conditions but elite athletes also benefit from doing the slow movements,

because everyone needs better balance and muscle control. The gentle flowing movements are easy on your joints if you have arthritis. You can even do them seated or in a wheelchair if needed. What is this activity? None other than Tai Chi! Some other

health benefits of Tai Chi are it may relieve effects of physical stress, reduce bone loss in menopausal women, enhance mental capacity, and reduce blood pressure. The Center offers Tai Chi several times each week including chair, beginning and advanced. See page 4 for schedule. If you are looking for a low impact, relaxing form of exercise, come check this out! As always, speak with your healthcare provider before beginning a new activity (insideeldercare.com).

BALANCE PROGRAM Tuesday, November 7th, 10:30am

Do you ever feel unsteady or lack coordination? Come hear Dr. Tara from Fully Alive Family Chiropractic talk about natural ways to improve your

balance! Please sign up to attend!

As we move into the winter season, some tips on Fighting the Flu:

Get a flu shot. It is the first step in protecting yourself. (If you missed the Center’s clinic, check with your pharmacy, healthcare provider office or Lakeland for other places to get one).

Stop the spread of germs. Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue and toss after using. Wash your hands often with soap and water. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Avoid close contact with sick people (remember if you are not feeling well, stay home).

Use flu antivirals if your doctor prescribes them. They work best when used within 48 hours of the first symptoms. Remember though, antivirals are no substitute for the flu vaccine!

It is Diabetes Awareness month. Did you know there is a Diabetes Education Department? The holiday season can be difficult to navigate through, so having support is helpful. Questions about upcoming classes call 269-556-2868. You can also find information in Lakeland’s Health Currents. See you next month!

YOU’RE GETTING A NEW MEDICARE CARD ! Beginning next year, you will be getting a new Medicare card. The Social Security number will be removed from the new card for security and protection of your identity. They will be mailed between April 2018 through April 2019. It does not change your coverage. PLEASE BE AWARE: No one from Medicare will contact you concerning the new card. There are reported scams in the area of people calling and stating they need to update your personal information in order for you to receive your card—not true! Never give out any information, even if they use scare tactics; just hang up! (CMS 9/2017).

HEALTH NEWS

The Nurse is In!

Mary Ann Kuehl, RN

Be Ready, Stay Safe: It is a good time to get your home ready for winter. Check outside for any loose steps or handrails. Make sure outside lights are working. Have you changed your furnace filter? Also, replace batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

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RECURRING SCHEDULE MONDAYS

9:15 am - Resistive Exercise

9:30 am - Quilting Group

10:30 am - Range of Motion Exercise

10:30 am - Intermediate Bridge Lessons (contact: 487-5170)

11:45 am - Moving with Melodie

12:00 pm - Beginning Tai Chi

12:30 pm - Bridge

1:00 pm - Hand & Foot Cards

1:00 pm - Advanced Tai Chi

1:15 pm - Chair Drumming

TUESDAYS

9:00 am - Resistive Exercise

9:30 am- Begin & Refresh Bridge

10:00 am - Calisthenics

11:15 am - M & M‘s Exercise

12:30 pm - Euchre

12:30 pm - Bridge

1:00 pm - Art

1:00 pm - Advanced Line Dancing

2:00 pm - Beginning Line Dancing

WEDNESDAYS

9:00 am - Greeting Card Making

10:00 am - Moving with Melodie

11:00 am - Mah Jong Game

11:15 am - Cardio Drumming

12:00 pm - Beginning Sitting Tai Chi

1:00 pm - Advanced Tai Chi

1:00 pm - Dominoes / Scrabble

1:00 pm - Stitch & Chat

THURSDAYS

9:00 am - Resistive Exercise

10:00 am - Board Meeting (3rd Thurs. of each month)

10:15 am - Range of Motion Exercise

11:30 am - M & M‘s Exercise (1st, 3rd & 5th Thursdays)

12:30 pm - Bridge (contact: 252-5464)

1:00 pm - Hand & Foot (Card Game)

FRIDAYS

9:30 am - Chair Yoga

10:00 am - Advanced Line Dancing

12:00 pm - Beginning Tai Chi

12:30 pm - Euchre

1:00 pm - Advanced Tai Chi

1:00 pm - Golf (Card Game)

EXERCISE CLASS SUMMARY

Beginning and Advanced Line Dancing--Teaches country dancing either for the new or experienced (active activity).

Calisthenics--Total body workout using pronounced body movements designed for the “active senior” (active activity).

Cardio Drumming--Standing while you drum along to the beat of music (active activity).

Chair Drumming--Seated while you drum along to the beat of music (moderate activity).

Chair Yoga--improves balance, strength, flexibility, reduce stress, manage pain (moderate activity).

Moving with Melodie--Exercises, movements and dance steps to a variety of music, genres and tempos (active activity).

Music & Motion (M&M)--Low impact cardio workout using bands, balls and weights through gentle, progressive movements (active activity).

Range of Motion--Improves specific joints of your body with careful stretching and body movements (moderate activity).

Resistive Exercise--Employs elastic bands to develop and strengthen arm and leg muscles (moderate activity).

Tai Chi (beginning and advanced)--an ancient, form of low-impact exercises and poses (seated and standing) to improve muscle tone and strength (moderate activity).

WEIGHT ROOM MONITOR HOURS Monitors are on duty in the Circuit Weight Room during the following days and times--our monitors are all volunteers so please call first to make sure a monitor is indeed on duty. Monday Tuesday Len 10:30 am-12:30 pm* Pauline 9 am - 12 pm* Debbie 8:30 -10:30 am May 12:30 -1 pm Wednesday Jerry 10 am -12:30 pm* Tom 12:30 - 2:30 pm* Thursday Friday May 10:00 - 11:00 am Karen 9:00 - 11am Jerry 11:00 am - 12:30 pm *Orientation *If it is your first time to the weight room, schedule your visit when a monitor is available for your orientation.

Before beginning any new activity or continuing with your current activity you should always check with your health care provider.

NOTE “All advertising content is not endorsed by the Saint Joseph-Lincoln Senior Center but it is the

view of the presenting organization.”

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TRIP REMINDERS All Center trips are for ages 60+ unless otherwise noted. We only accept cash or checks. Most trips fill quickly, but

waiting lists are taken. In cases of cancellations, refunds (less a $5.00 administrative fee) are given, if a replacement is

found.

TRIP INFORMATION

These overnight trips are provided by Diamond Tours. A $75 deposit is due at sign up and the balance is due

approximately 10 weeks before the trip. Trip insurance information will be provided when you sign up and

needs to be purchased by mail or online within 14 days of sign up. Flyers are available at the Center with

complete itineraries.

New York City & the Statue of Liberty

July 19th-24th, 2018

$601 per person, double occupancy

$821 per person, single occupancy

$581 per person, triple occupancy

Price includes motor coach transportation, 5

nights lodging, 3 nights in NYC area, 5

breakfasts and 3 dinners. Guided tour of

New York City, with visits to the NEW

National 9/11 Museum and the world

famous Madame Tussauds Wax Museum.

Also included is Ellis Island, Liberty Island and ferry ride

for a up close view of Lady Liberty before you are able to

set foot on the landmark itself. See flyer for all the details.

Active Activity; NEW LISTING!

Washington, DC

October 4th-9th, 2018

$572 per person, double occupancy

$767 per person, single occupancy

$552 per person, triple occupancy

Price includes motor coach

transportation, 5 nights

lodging, 3 nights in the

Washington, DC area, 5

breakfasts and 3 dinners.

Enjoy two guided tours of

the city which include the

WWII Memorial, Capitol Hill, Embassy Row, many area

Memorials and the Smithsonian. Also included is the

New Museum of the Bible, Arlington National Cemetery

and George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate and

Garden. See flyer for all the details.

Active Activity; NEW LISTING!

Steel Magnolias

Theatre at the Center-Munster, IN

March 15th, $82 per person, $20 deposit

This hilarious and heart

warming performance takes

place in a Louisiana beauty

shop and embraces the hopes,

dreams and tragedies of six

very colorful ladies. This story

explores the bond between a

mother and daughter and friendships of those who feel like

family. Price includes motor coach transportation, lunch

and show ticket.

Moderate Activity; NEW LISTING!

South Pacific

Drury Lane-Oakbrook, IL

April 25th, $93 per person, $20 deposit

This Rogers & Hammerstein landmark musical proves

that even the backdrop of a tropical

paradise cannot shelter its residents

from the prejudices of World War II.

Winner of 10 Tony Awards and the

Pulitzer Prize for drama. Price

includes motor coach transportation,

lunch and show ticket.

Moderate Activity; NEW LISTING!

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To all of you who bring goodies for the Coffee Table and Front Desk: Golden Brown Bakery, Sandra Kay’s Bakery, Mary Burke, Rep. Kim LaSata, Jan Jackson, Donna Crist, Becky Kietzerow, Bea Kimball, Bob Mays, Jack Aaron, Elaine Tiefenbach, Jeannette Jeske, Gary Young, Juliann Swingler, Margaret O’Neill, Dorothy Thar, Margaret Schmieding, Gladys Taylor, Linda Mueller, Dolores Frantz, Jan Noonan, Arden Pridgeon, Dot Kramer, Jerri Merfeld, Hil Milbrandt, Diana Swartz, Deb & Marge Mihlhauser, Betty Kunst, Jim Wagner, Virginia Ferguson, Shara Skala, Lela Hoge, Bob & Janet Hahn, Millie Carney, and Dolores Frantz. To all those who donate other items that benefit the Center and Participants: Jan Jackson, John Smith, Janet Shipe, Jeanne McKelvey, Marschke Farms, Brett Costanza Farms, Lou Bergman, Elton Keith, Ralph Stocking, Joyce Wood, Ron Schroeder, Don Hummelberg, Barb Klein, Polly Hardin, In Memory of J. P. “Rocky” Devolden, Margaret Haldy, Ron Schramm, Barbara Willey, Joan Ziebarth, Lon Pschigoda, Joann Gonzalez, Pamela Dyer, Jeannette Jeske, Charlie & Celina Bevelhymer, Lorraine Froebel, Traute Sorget, Amanda Veal, Jeri Spitzer, Rose Sturgeon, Judy Jackson, Lou Pschigoda, Linda Mueller, Arthur Kramer, Debra Mihlhauser in Memory of Luanne Potter, Doris Schultz, Bob and Mary Ann Ball in Memory of Donna Felty, and Beth Kenagy.

Monetary Donations: Everyone who anonymously feeds the Little Piggy Bank, along with donations from: Janice Hicks, went into The General Building Fund. To the anonymous transportation riders, Nona Schneider, and S. Sue Hand for your donations to our Transportation Program. All of the following generously donated to The Bakeless Bake Sale: Nancy Moore, Sara Roti, Cora LaViolette, Joyce Wood,

Eugene Wolff, Mary Burke, Jim Wagner, Elaine and Leo Teifenbach, Bob Diehl, Dorothy Kramer, Margaret O’Neill, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Schroeder, Helga Berzins, Pat Smith, Ruth Bumbulis, Shirley Miller, Kenneth & Patsy Mattner, Robert and Joan Judd, John and Peggy Luettjohann, Virginia Rubel, John Conrad, Helen &John Schlaman, Priscilla Byrns, Joyce Eichler, Deloris Catania, Debbie Liggett, Kathleen Zwar, Lillian Faris, Dorothy Rue, Elsie Woodrow, Nancy Petrosky, Sue and Curt Plummer, Phil & Kathy Manni, Mary Ann Forsythe, Lawrence & Joyce Effa, Lorraine Ziebart, Carolyn Corteville, Josephine Garrison, Phyllis Keehn, Mildred Crum, Linda Kubash, Lacinda Neilson, Nikki Woodrow, Frank & Peggy Alsup,

Janice Gibson, Shirley Sater-Roberts and Doyle Roberts, Patricia Ludlam, Joyce Stockman, H. Milbrandt, Maxine Kreiger, Jean Hodge, Janice Fischer, Colette Metzger, Harriet Gotsch, Mona MacKimmie, Charlotte Wilkens, Donna Janke, Bradley Johnson, Dorothy Thornton, Harry & Doris Case, Dodie Hafer, Aileen Coldren, Constance Lind, Joann Warren, Elizabeth Kunkel, Beatrice Starke, Judith Thompson, Patricia Cartee, Mary Ellen Beck, Nick Danna, Vera Kunst, Carol Ackerman, Harriett Reed, Maria Schultz, Lucille Kunst, Helen Lacelle, Elaine Fowler, Anne Vandermolen, Elaine Taylor, Tony & Bonnie Korican, Earl & Cheryl Williams, Jo Reeves, Darlene Adler, June Yeske, Alma Arent, Barbara Willey, Harry Bischoff, Tom & Jan Taylor, Barb Dorow, Jean Fannin, Margaret Slavicek, Phyllis Herod, Herb Reimers, Bill & Millie Carney, R & G Freier, & the many anonymous donors. -Colleen Evans says Thank you for the Loan Closet. -Dodie Hafer made a Donation in Memory of Harold Hafer. -S. Sue Hand made a Donation in Memory of Don Hand. -Frank and Peggy Alsup made a Donation in Memory of Bub Banks. -Good Times Book Club, Martha Nelson, Linda & John Heil, Barbara & Rosemary Willey and Gloria Siewert all made Donations in Memory of Rose Marie Roth. -Sonja Hendrix made a Donation in Memory of Dorothy Pshcigoda. -John Conrad made a Whirlpool Matching Contribution.

A special Thank You for the donation received this month from The Thrivent Financial’ s Thrivent Choice Program. Additional thanks to Thrivent Financial members Bob Hopkins & Joseph Coombs for directing Choice Dollars to our Center.

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CHRISTMAS TREE BOOK CRAFT Tuesday, November 14th, 10:00 am Trees are used to make books so let's make books into trees! Learn to turn an old, lonely paperback book into an evergreen with a very simple folding technique. Mary Ann from Lincoln Township Library will supply everything needed to make and decorate your own tree. What a great gift for book lovers and anyone who loves to see things repurposed. Space is limited so please sign up to attend. LOAN CLOSET SALE Thursday, November 16th– Friday, November 17th 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Your Senior Center will be having a loan closet sale to augment the Bakeless Bake Sale in providing funds for additional parking lot spaces. On sale will be medi-cal equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers (with and

without seats), canes, seat risers, com-modes, shower stools and other items. These things will be available for view-ing two days only (or until supplies are exhausted) in the first room to the left

of the main entrance. For those with a long-term need our loan closet cannot fulfill, this is an opportunity to obtain quality equipment at a greatly reduced cost of approximately 20% of retail. If you know someone that has a need for such equipment, please let them know as well.

ATTENTION SNOWBIRDS If you’re still getting your Anchor newsletter in the mail and are heading for warmer climates to escape our winter, please let us know so we can put a temporary stop on your news-

letter. When you get back into Michigan, just tell us so we can resume your mailing. Thank you!

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS Don’t forget that Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 5th at 2 am. So be sure to turn your clock back one hour before turning in for bed.

TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULING AND INFO We’d like to remind all those who use the Center’s free transportation service that you must call at least 3 working days in advance of your ride date so we can fit you into our schedule. This advanced notice allows us to better schedule our vehicles so that we are on-time with your pick-ups and drop-offs. That means less waiting for you and less gas wastage for us. We realize that some-times there may be an urgent exception but we would appreciate your con-sideration in sticking to the schedule. And with the winter months coming, remember -If the St. Joseph Schools are closed, the Center is closed. -If you reach the Center answering machine during normal operating hours, the Center is closed; when in doubt always call the Center before venturing out.-If the Benton Harbor Schools are closed, Senior Nutrition closes and no lunches are served, even if our Senior Center is open. Finally, check local television and radio stations for closings. If you are using our transportation, please be patient as everyone’s safety is first. Your driveway must be kept clear of snow and ice. If we can not get in your driveway, we cannot pick you up. And finally, speaking of drivers, the winter months mean we will temporarily lose a few of the Center’s drivers who’ll be gone until Spring. If you would con-sider serving as one of our vehicle drivers, please stop-in and talk to Jennifer to learn more about this reward-ing opportunity.

MASTERS IN AGING WINNERS A panel read the “Masters in Aging” essays and chose three winners based on thoughtful-ness and originality of content. Every entry was very heart-warming and sincere and we thank everyone who took the time to let us know their thoughts. The chosen winners are: Janis Guckenberger, Orvid Harju and Jeanette Jeske. Their expressions of how our Senior Center has engaged, empowered and enriched their lives earned each a $5.00 gift certificate usable at an area business. Congratulations to all !

A BIG THANK YOU to our monthly Anchor advertisers who help make this newsletter possible.

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FREE LUNCH Tuesday, November 21st, 11:45 am Your Senior Center will be providing its monthly

Free Lunch prepared by Senior Nutrition and, as we always do, we urge you to come enjoy a delicious meal and bring a guest who might be new to the Center. On the menu will be chicken and

dumplings . Please call 235-4103 by noon on November 14th to reserve your meal. Call soon, as space is limited! COMMODITIES RECERTIFICATION Now through December 31st. Everyone who receives monthly or quarterly commodities must re-certify or you will be dropped from the program. To be

recertified, recipients need to bring: Proof of total household income for ALL people living in the home. If you pay for Medicare Part D, please provide documentation. Also bring proof of identification and address. Falsification of any information

that you provide can/will result in denial of services and/or prosecution. If you need to recertify, call and make an appointment with Jennifer. SUPER BOOKS COMING SOON!

The new Super Books should be here very soon. Call to get on the list and we will call you as soon as they arrive. Save money while supporting our local mer-chants and our Center at the same time.

We make $8.00 on each book sold, so please buy your book here!

UNPLUGGING THE CHRISTMAS MACHINE Tuesday, December 12th, 10:30 am This session presented by Raelene Stickney is based on the popular book Unplug the Christmas Machine and will focus on making the holidays more joyful and less stressful. Raelene is a licensed social worker and a Certified Laugh Leader who will offer guidance and encouragement to make simple changes that can help create a more meaningful, soul-satisfying cele-bration season. Please sign-up to attend.

THE RETURN OF RALPH !! All of us will rejoice in knowing that our Center’s knowledgeable computer consultant Ralph Rumpf has returned from his sabbatical and is once again available in the computer room Mon-days and Wednesdays from 9 am until noon. We are also happy to say that Ralph’s wife Karen is feeling better and has herself returned to Center activities. Welcome back—we’ve missed you both.

WINTERTIME PERILS Cold weather will soon be upon us so we should begin to prepare for its arrival. Here are a few helpful tips: SLIPS/FALLS: Have a family member, neighbor or hire someone to keep your walkway and driveway free of snow and ice. Wear shoes with good traction/non-slip soles. If your cane tip is worn, replace it. DRESS WARMLY: Wear warm socks, a heavy coat, warm hat, gloves and a scarf. In very cold weather, cover all exposed skin and cover your mouth and nose with the scarf to protect your lungs. WINTER BLUES: Have your family members, friends or neighbors check-in on you frequently. Consider regular “how are you” calls or visits to make sure you’re doing OK. POWER OUTAGES: Make sure you have a flashlight and batteries readily at hand and keep a battery-powered radio in case the power goes out. If that happens, dress in layers of clothing, put on a hat and be careful walking around in darkened rooms but DO move around some to keep your circulation up. CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING: Before using your fireplace, have it professionally checked and cleaned yearly to make sure it is drafting properly. Never use a propane heater, gas lantern or gasoline generator indoors—they consume oxygen and emit poisonous fumes. YOUR CAR: Don’t drive until roads are clear and always keep blankets, a flashlight and non-perishable snacks in your car in case you need them. Get your car serviced before winter hits to make sure the battery, windshield wipers, engine oil level, tire pressure, anti-freeze and other critical systems are working as they should. And cheer up—before you know it, Spring will be here!

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Meals are Funded in part by

Served in partnership with the Senior Center and Senior Nutrition Services, dba Meals on Wheels of SW Michigan

Menu Is Subject To Change Without Notice

Lunch is served at 11:45 a.m.

November 2017

CALL 269-235-4103 2 DAYS IN ADVANCE TO MAKE OR CHANGE LUNCH RESERVATIONS

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Monthly Income - Fair

Share per meal

$1,101 & up $3.75

$801-1,100 $3.25

$701-$800 $2.75

$551-$700 $2.25

$0 or $550 $1.75

Meals provide (per

week)

85 grams of Carbs

Calories 600-850

average

Protein 19 grams/meal

Total Fat 30% of

Calories

Sodium 800—2% Milk

1

Sweet & Sour

Meatballs Over Noodles

Prince Charles Blend

Fruit Salad

2

Chicken Ala King

Yellow Sweet Corn

Lime Perfection Salad

Peaches

3

Vegetarian Spaghetti

Scandinavian Blend

Side Salad

Pears

6

Traditional Chili

Baked Redskin

Potatoes

Mustard Greens

Cooked Apples

7

Liver & Onions

Mashed Potatoes

French Green Beans

Fruit Cocktail

8

Carolina Pulled Pork

Baked Beans

Tossed Salad

Peaches

9 Veteran’s Day Meal

Swiss Steak

Mashed Potatoes W/

Gravy

Stewed Tomatoes

Apple Crisp

10 No Senior

Nutrition Meal

Served

CENTER IS OPEN

13

BBQ Chicken

Sweet Potatoes

Coleslaw

Mandarin Oranges

14

Soft Shell Taco

Ground Beef, Cheese,

Lettuce, Tomatoes,

Onions

Refried Beans

Applesauce

15

Ham & Beans

Tossed Salad

Chef’s Choice

Vegetables

Grape Juice

16 Thanksgiving Meal

Roasted Turkey

Mashed Potatoes

Stuffing

Corn Casserole

Pumpkin Pie

17

Chicken Noodle / Veg.

Soup

Mixed Green Salad

Fruited Yogurt

Birthday Cake

20

Roast Pork With Gravy

Maple Baked Beans

Creamy Coleslaw

Peaches

21

FREE LUNCH

Chicken Dumplings

Cauliflower & Broccoli

Chef’s Choice

Vegetables

Mandarin Oranges

22

Hot Beef Sandwich

Mashed Potatoes/Gravy

Corn & Broccoli

Ambrosia Fruit

Salad

23

CENTER CLOSED

FOR

THANKSGIVING

24

CENTER CLOSED

FOR

THANKSGIVING

27

Chicken Parmesan

Spaghetti/Tomato

Sauce

Sugar Snap Pea Pods

Applesauce

28

Baked Potato Bar

Chopped Broccoli,

Onions, Chopped Ham,

Cheese,

Vegetable Soup

Apricots

29

Turkey Burger

(Pickle Spear, Lettuce,

Tomato)

Apple Bean Bake

Navel Orange

30

Tuna Noodle

Casserole

Seasoned Spinach

Carrot Coins

Pears

Serving the Community Since 1975

St. Joseph – Lincoln Non-Profit Org.

Senior Center U.S. Postage Paid

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It is the mission of the St. Joseph-Lincoln Senior Center to provide safe,

friendly, and positive social, educational, and recreational services for the

60 + citizens of our community.

Helpful Service Numbers

Area Agency on Aging 983-0177

Elder Abuse (855) 444-3911

Health & Human Service 2-1-1

Medicaid Hotline (800) 642-3195

Medicare Questions (800) 633-4227

National Do-Not-Call (888) 382-1222

Senior Help Line (800) 654-2810

Senior Legal Hotline (800) 347-5297

Michigan OMBUDSMAN (866) 485-6393

Social Security (800) 772-1213

To Report a Scam-Treasury Dept. (800) 366-4484

Veterans Affairs Office 983-7111

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St. Joseph, MI—to download the latest newsletter! MONTH AT A GLANCE – NOVEMBER 2 Blood Pressure Clinic 9 - 11:00 am Left, Center, Right 1:00 pm 7 Gifting to Loved Ones 10:00 am Fully Alive Balance Program 10:30 am 8 Book Club 10:00 am The Michigan Flag 10:00 am 9 Board Meeting 10:00 am Bible Study 10:00 – 11:30 am Bingo 1:00 pm 10 Foot Clinic I: by appointment only Veterans Breakfast 9:00 am Berrien County in the Civil War (after brkfst) 14 Christmas Tree Book Craft 10:00 am 15 Foot Clinic II: by appointment only 16 Loan Closet Sale 9:00 am –1:00 pm 17 Loan Closet Sale continues 9:00 am –1:00 pm Commodities-Monthly 9:00 am – 11:30 am Cookies and Canvas 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm 21 Blood Pressure Clinic 9:00 am – 11:00 am Veterans Q&A 10:00 am – 12:00 23/24 CENTER CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY 29 Newsletter Mailing 9:00 am Upcoming Dates of Interest December 8th - Christmas Party December 25th & 26 CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS December 29th Noon Year’s Eve Party

Executive Board Members

President – Rick Freridge Vice President – Priscilla Byrns

Secretary – Mary Sundblad Treasurer – Jerry Radenbaugh

Board Directors Louise Boelcke, Bill Burrows, Dolores Frantz,

Bob Hopkins, Tim Kragt, Shirley Miller, Tom Oatman,

and Carl Pagel

Staff

Executive Director — Cindi McLaughlin Program Coordinator—Jennifer Malone Receptionist — Onalee Hartman

Staff Assistant—Virgil Bennett

Nurse — Mary Ann Kuehl

Building Custodian—Tai Huynh

Senior Nutrition Manager — Marilyn Hawkins 235-4103

AND ALL OUR OTHER EXTRAORDINARY VOLUNTEERS!