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Mature Living St . La wren ce Co un ty
O f f i ce fo r the Ag i ng
(315 ) 386 -4730
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Mature Living
Published by: St. Lawrence
County Office for the Aging
Supported by:
The Administration for
Community Living, NYS
Office for the Aging and
St. Lawrence County
Inside this issue:
May Festival/Senior Awards 1
Volunteers Needed/
Recognizing Volunteers/
HEAP Cooling Assistance
2
News & Information/
Walk With a Doc/
NY Connects
3
Summer Nutrition/
Seniorama 4
Senior Picnic/
Senior Medicare Patrol
5
Recipe/
Advisory Council Meeting/
AARP Presentation
6
Menu 7
Calendar/
County Council
StateWide Information
8
June 2019
May Festival and Senior Awards
The 2019 May Festival was held on Friday, May 3rd at the Pierrepont Fire
Hall. It was a fun-filled day featuring senior club tables, door prizes, and
raffles. Attendees enjoyed a morning playing free bingo. In the after-
noon, Marty Robinson provided excellent musical entertainment and the
room was filled with music & dancing! The St. Lawrence County Council of
Senior Citizens worked hard to make it a great day honoring older adults.
The Senior Awards Dinner featured a delicious meal of Chicken BBQ,
beans, macaroni salad and assorted pies for dessert. Thanks to the Fire-
man’s Auxiliary for providing such a great meal to all those who attended.
The 2019 Senior Award Winners are:
Senior of the Year - Cindy Sheldon, Potsdam
Outstanding Contribution by a Senior Citizen - Fay Sheldon, Potsdam
Jacqueline Sears Volunteer Award - Melissa Streeter, Star Lake
Pictured L to R: Michael Shenk (Assemblyman
Walczyk’s Chief of Staff), Andrea Montgomery
(OFA Director) , Fay Sheldon, Cindy Sheldon,
Brenda Sanderson (County Council President)
Pictured L to R: St. Lawrence
County Legislator Larry
Denesha & Melissa Streeter
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR HOME DELIVERED MEALS!
St. Lawrence County Office for the Aging is in need of VOLUNTEERS to assist in delivering meals to the elderly residing in the Gouverneur, Canton, and DeKalb areas. Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM. Please consid-
er donating even a few hours a week to help! Whatever time, one day a week or more, a VOLUNTEER is able to help, will be very much appreciated by homebound and isolated seniors who are in need of a hot meal!
Contact Danielle Durant to Volunteer: (315) 386-4730 / [email protected]
Office for the Aging Honors Volunteers
The St. Lawrence County Office for the Aging recently honored volunteers who assist with the Nutrition Program at a reception in Canton. Each week, over 60 volunteers from the Community, the Arc of Jefferson-St. Lawrence New York, and United Helpers help over 450 home delivered meal clients receive a hot, nutritious meal and wellness check. It is a critical program to help senior citizens age in place. The Office for the Aging is so grateful for the dedication
and care of our volunteers. Thank you!
HEAP Cooling Assistance Component is Now Open
The HEAP Cooling Assistance Component (CAC) provides for the purchase and installation of air conditioners or fans. Some items to remember: Applicants must meet all HEAP eligibility criteria to be eligible for the HEAP CAC.
1. Applicant or a household member must have a documented medical condition that is exacerbated by extreme heat. The medical documentation must be in writing and be signed by a physician, physician’s assistant, or a nurse practitioner and clearly state the medical condition. 2. Applicant household must not have a working air conditioner newer than 5 years old, as determined by the vendor. 3. Applicant household must not have received a HEAP funded air conditioner within the last 10 years.
If interested and think you are eligible, please contact:
HEAP Office (315) 379-2303, fax (315) 379-2162 or via e-mail to [email protected]
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Senior Club & Council News/Events
Canton Senior Citizen Club Events and Trips: Contact Myrtle at (315) 386-8917
Boston Bus Trip: June 10-14, 2019 Upper Canada Playhouse: July 10th Buffalo, NY Bus trip: July 17th & 18th Nashville/Chattanooga, TN Bus Trip- October 12-19
Parishville Hilltoppers: Contact Barb at (315) 261-2980
Dance on Friday, June 14th, 6-10 PM/ Parishville Fireman’s Field Hall /
Entertainment is Steelin Country/refreshments available.
Quad Town Senior Citizens( Northern NY Travelers) Contact Glenda at (315) 389-5557 Lancaster Show Trip: August 26-30, 2019 Niagara Falls & South/Western NY Trip: September 20-25, 2019
Pedro Card Parties 2nd and 4th Fridays at 7:00 PM / contact Wayne Williams (315) 265-8189 DeKalb-Hermon Senior Citizens: Contact Marlene at (315) 347-2442 Upper Canada Playhouse and Buffet: June 25th, July 23rd, August 20th, and September 17th Alex Bay Dinner Cruise: July 11th 7-9:30 PM Utica to Thendra Train Ride and Cruise through Fulton Chain of Lakes, Old Forge: August 8th
NY Connects in Your Community - June Locations Do you or a family member need information or assistance with Long Term Care services or supports? NY Connects can help! A NY Connects Informational Specialist will be available at the following locations by appointment to provide information and referral assistance in your local community. Star Lake Clifton-Fine Hospital Monday, June 3rd Ogdensburg Nutrition Site/Centennial Terrace Thursday, June 6th Morristown Nutrition Site/Fire Hall Thursday, June 13th Massena Community Center, 61 Beach Street Tuesday, June 18th Gouverneur Cambray Courts, 68 West Main Street Wednesday, June 26th DeKalb Nutrition Site/Sunrise Valley Housing Friday, June 28th
**Please call Christiana DeForge at (315) 386-4730 to schedule an appointment!
Have fun and join us for a healthy walk. You’ll take a few minutes to learn about a
current health topic; then spend the rest of the hour enjoying a healthy walk and
conversation with a doc. It’s a great way to get out, get active, and enjoy good
conversation. Walk your own pace and distance.
See you there, and bring a friend to this free community event!
Saturday, June 29th in Potsdam at Clarkson Munter Trail
For questions please call: Brigette Sanderson (315)-229-3404 [email protected]
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Tips, Snacks and Senior Meal Preparation for Good Summer Nutrition
During the hot summer months, seniors are especially prone to dehydration. Summertime can also be a difficult time to maintain a balanced diet, as heat can reduce appetite and the desire to cook and eat hot meals. Check out our tips for maintaining good senior nutrition during the summer months. To encourage good summertime nutrition:
Have a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables and healthy snacks on hand. You can make balanced meals and snacks with the wide variety of cool foods and pre-made items available. Consider having items such as low fat cheeses, nut butters and nuts, pre-cooked grilled chicken, and yogurt. Pre-cut some fruit and vegetables to have an easy, hydrating snack on hand.
Consider making a light dip for something tasty and healthy to go with those veggies. Dips made with beans, spinach, Greek yogurt or other nutritious items like pumpkin offer some added nutritional benefits. Prepare some meals that can be easily reheated, for convenience and to reduce the need to cook during the hot months. Fluid intake is important. Have plenty of drinks available. If you don’t like plain water, consider flavored waters, teas or juices. Hydrating fruits and vegetables can be good as well (watermelon, celery, cucumbers, lettuces, grapes and carrots to name a few).
Dehydration, in particular, is a key nutritional problem for seniors. As we age, the body loses water (related to muscle mass loss) and kidney function decreases. The feeling of thirst is also weaker in seniors, which may cause less fluid intake. And, though the body also tends to need less calories as we age, we still need key nutrients, especially when healing or suffering from certain medical conditions.
When considering senior safety issues, nutrition may not be the first thing to come to mind…but it is a vital part of good health. Poor nutrition can cause all sorts of problems. Source: taken from easylivingfl.com
SAVE THE DATE!
SENIORAMA 2019
Free and Open to the Public
Monday, August 12th
Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort Bingo Palace
873 State Route 37
Hogansburg, NY 13655
Mature Living
2019 St. Lawrence County Senior Picnic Sponsored by St. Lawrence County Council of Senior Citizens & St. Lawrence County Office for the Aging
Gouverneur Community Center (4673 SH 58, Gouverneur)
Friday, July 12th 9 AM - 2:30 PM
9 AM - 10 AM: Registration 10 AM -11:30 AM: Free Bingo 12 PM: Picnic Lunch
1 PM- 2:30 PM: Music & Dancing with Marty Robinson!
Bring lawn chairs, dance, and enjoy the music!
* 50/50 Raffle * Door Prizes * Information Tables
Farmers Market Coupon Distribution from 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM (for income eligible seniors, age 60 and over)
Genetic Testing Awareness and Medicare
Tips from the Senior Medicare Patrol regarding genetic testing.
1. Do not give out your Medicare number or Social Security number. Be cautious of unsolicited requests for your
Medicare or Social Security numbers. If your personal information is compromised, it may be used in other fraud schemes.
2. Do not consent to any lab tests at senior centers, health fairs, or in your home. Be suspicious of anyone claiming that genetic tests and cancer screenings are at no cost to you.
3. Genetic tests and cancer screenings must be medically necessary and ordered by your doctor to be covered by Medicare. Random genetic testing and cancer screenings aren’t covered by Medicare. If you are interested in the test, speak with your doctor.
4. Monitor your Medicare Summary Notice to see if there are any services you didn’t have or didn’t want but were billed for. Medicare Summary Notices are sent every three months if you get any services or medical supplies during that 3-month period.
Call 1-800-MEDICARE or 1-800-HHS-TIPS if you think you’re a victim of fraud.
Lunch Menu
BBQ Beef Brisket w/roll Macaroni Salad
Baked Beans Broccoli Salad
Blueberry Cobbler *There is a $3.00 suggested
donation for seniors age 60 and up.
*There is a $7.00 Guest Fee
for anyone under 60.
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Recipe Corner………
Eggplant Parmesan Recipe By: EatingWell Test Kitchen
“This lighter take on eggplant parmesan maintains all the flavors of the classic dish but is baked instead of fried. There are also 11 grams of filling protein in this hearty vegetarian side dish.” Ingredients: 2 eggplants (about 2 pounds total), 3 egg whites, 3 tbs water, 1 cup fine dry breadcrumbs ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, (1 ounce, divided), ½ tsp salt, ½ tsp freshly ground pepper, ¼ cup slivered fresh basil leaves, 2½ cups tomato sauce,¾ cup grated part-skim mozzarella cheese Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat two baking sheets and an 8-by-11½-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Cut eggplants crosswise into ¼-inch-thick slices. Whisk egg whites and water in a shallow dish until frothy. Combine breadcrumbs, ¼ cup of the Parmesan, salt, and pepper in another shallow dish. Dip the egg-plant slices into the egg-white mixture, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. (Discard any leftover breadcrumbs and egg white.) Arrange the eggplant slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 15 minutes, turn the eggplant slices over, and bake until crisp and golden, about 15 minutes longer.
3. Stir basil into tomato sauce. Spread about ½ cup of the sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Arrange half of the eggplant slices over the sauce, overlapping slightly. Spoon 1 cup of the remaining sauce over the eggplant and sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese. Add a layer of the remaining eggplant slices and top with the remaining sauce, mozzarella and Parmesan. Bake, uncovered, until the sauce bubbles and the top is golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition information: Per serving: 204 calories; 6 g fat(3 g sat); 7 g fiber; 29 g carbohydrates; 11 g protein; 85 mcg folate; 13 mg cho-lesterol; 11 g sugars; 1,228 IU vitamin A; 45 mg vitamin C; 209 mg calcium; 2 mg iron; 576 mg sodium; 777 mg potassium Source: EatingWell.com
Office for the Aging Advisory Council Meeting
Monday, June 10th, is the next public meeting for Office for the Aging’s Advisory Council. The meeting will be held at the Human Services Building, 80 State Highway 310, Canton, (2nd Floor Conference Room) at 10 AM.
The public is welcome and encouraged to attend!
The Advisory Council meets five times a year to review pro-grams and services provided through Office for the Aging. The Council advocates for needs of older adults and helps assure the development of the continuum of care within com-munities.
For more information, please call 315-386-4730.
What Are Your Most Asked Questions for Funeral Planning?
Free and open to the public!
The St. Lawrence County AARP Chapter #2831 is organizing a tour and presentation of the Don-aldson-Seymour Funeral Home on Cedar Street in Potsdam on June 15th at 1 PM. Chad Green will present. The conversation will educate interested individuals about NYS funeral laws and the myri-ad of terminology specific to funeral planning. There are many things to consider to ease the process.
Please RSVP on or before June 12th to Vicki ([email protected])
or Karen (315-265-6705).
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June Calendar Mature Living
St. Lawrence County Council of Senior Citizens
Next Meeting: Thursday, June 13th at 10:00 AM (Coffee and Doughnuts served at 9:30 AM)
Guest Speaker: Jerry Manor from SeaComm speaking about scams and fraud.
Location: DeKalb Nutrition Center Sunrise Valley Housing DeKalb Junction, NY
Call Brenda at (315) 347-2572 for information about County Council.
Office for the Aging Home Care Program: If you are 60 or over and in need of home care
services, the Office for the Aging is accepting referrals for the Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly
Program (EISEP). This home care program assists elderly, fragile, individuals to help maintain quality of
life at home. EISEP provides personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation
to County residents who are non-Medicaid eligible. Services provided may be on a cost-share basis
depending on income levels.
Contact: NY CONNECTS at (315) 386-4730
(EISEP is supported by the NYS Office for the Aging and St. Lawrence County)
6/3 St. Lawrence County Board of Legislator’s Meeting: 6 PM - 48 Court Street, Canton
6/6 StateWide Senior Action Council Meeting: 10 AM - Best Western/Canton
6/10 Office for the Aging Advisory Council Meeting: 10 AM – Human Services Building/Canton
6/13 County Council of Senior Citizens Meeting: 10 AM - DeKalb Nutrition Center
6/14 Flag Day
6/16 Father’s Day
6/21 Summer Begins
“St. Lawrence County
Office for the Aging”
North Country Chapter of Statewide Senior Action Council
Next Meeting: Thursday, June 6th at 10:00 AM (Coffee at 9:30 AM)
Location: Best Western 90 E. Main Street Canton, NY * please note new meeting location Guest Speakers: Jena Cryderman (PT Assistant) & Andrea Smith (Navigator) / United Helpers Topic: Injury Prevention: Staying Active and Healthy
Contact Barb at (315) 261-2980 for more information.
St. Lawrence County and the Office for the Aging’s
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: Effective Memorial Day - Labor Day
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM