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PO BOX 770207, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 I 970.879.0633 I www.rccoaging.org Page 1
Routt County Council on Aging is a non-profit that has been dedicated to meeting the needs of Routt County’s senior citizens since 1977
Board of Directors
Alice Klauzer President
Pegi Simmerman President Elect
Bill Kennedy Treasurer Pat Crawford Secretary
Jim Brainard Ellen Kendall Tosia Sauter Chris Stillwell Vanessa Woodford
Staff Jackie Brown
Executive Director Toni Cratsley
Steamboat & Hayden Cook
Gil Fifield Steamboat Driver
Chuck Girton Hadyen Driver
Don Livengood Steamboat Kitchen Assist
Wanda McNeal Steamboat Kitchen Assist
Ellyn Myller Steamboat Driver
Cindy Porter South Routt Cook
Dave Reid South Routt Driver
April Sigman Assistant Director
Richard Vandecarr Steamboat Driver Rebecca Wattles
Hayden Driver Charlotte Whaley
South Routt Kitchen Asst
January 2017
JANUARY SENIOR SCOOP News and Views from the Council on Aging
Help reduce our use of paper. Subscribe to our monthly newsletter via email, or see a calendar of events and menus online, please visit www.rccoaging.org
THANK YOU RCCOA DONORS! Donations Received November 2016 City Market Jane Grogan Kiwanis Club of Steamboat Springs William Morkowitz Sureva Towler
Happy New Year!
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Tuesday, January 17th…4:00pm,
Pizza and a movie at the Steamboat
Community Center. “Sully” RSVP 970-879-0633
Thursday, January 19th…1:00
Cooking Demo at the Steamboat Community Center. Learn to prepare an easy French Toast Casserole!
Wednesday, January 25th …
Shopping trip to Craig (weather dependent).
RSVP 970-879-0633
AARP Driver Safety Class
Wednesday, January 11th 12:00-4:00pm
How the AARP Smart Driver Course will help you -Update driving skills and your knowledge of the rules - and hazards - of the road. -Learn about normal age-related physical changes and how to adjust your driving to compensate. -Reduce your chances of receiving a traffic violation, getting into an accident, or becoming injured. -Get an insurance discount. Auto insurance companies provide a multi-year discount to course graduates!
Steamboat Springs Community Center For information and class registration please call Jane or Bud Romberg 879-0064
Pizza and a Movie!! The true story of Chesley Sullenberger, an American pilot who became a hero after landing his damaged plane on the Hudson River in order to save the flight's passengers and crew. Starring Tom Hanks and directed by Clint Eastwood.
Start this year with an empty jar, fill it throughout the year with little notes about good things that happen. Next New Year’s empty the jar and read all the good things that happened!
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Our newsletter reaches at least 600 people in Routt County-most of them seniors. If you know of a service or program that would benefit them, we’d be glad to make note of it in the Senior Scoop. Please submit all items by the 15th. 970.879.0633 or [email protected].
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Sudoku
Sudoku is one of the most popular puzzle games of all time. The goal of Sudoku is to fill a 9×9 grid with numbers so that each row, column and 3×3 section contain all of the digits between 1 and 9. As a logic puzzle, Sudoku is also an excellent brain game. If you play Sudoku daily, you will soon start to see improvements in your concentration and overall brain power.
Introducing a new class beginning Friday, January 20th, 10:30 am -11:30 am
“Body in Balance” Feldenkrais and other exercises using physical therapy principles and education.
Led by retired physical therapist, Tom Collins.
Feldenkrais Method / “fel den kris meth od” / noun a system designed to promote bodily and mental well-being by conscious analysis of neuromuscular activity via exercises that improve flexibility and coordination and increase ease and range of motion.
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ADULT PROTECTIVE
SERVICES SERIES
The role of Routt County Department of Human Services, Adult Protective Services (APS) program is to prevent and stop the abuse, exploitation, and self-neglect of at-risk adults. At-risk adults are people who are 18 years old and older who cannot obtain services necessary for their health, safety, or welfare, or lack the understanding or ability to make or communicate responsible decisions.
While APS’ main responsibility is to provide protective services to at-risk adults, there are limitations to the protective services APS can provide. Because adults have rights they may choose to refuse help from APS - even when they appear to need it.
If you suspect mistreatment or self-neglect, it’s okay to speak up. You should immediately report the situation to the Routt County Department of Human Services at 970-870-5533. Ask to speak to Adult Protection Intake. If calling about an emergency situation during non-business hours, contact Routt County Communication at 970-879-1090 to make the report.
All reports are confidential and can be
made anonymously. However, it is helpful
to APS if you provide your contact
information so APS can contact you, if
needed.
The Cold and Flu Survival Guide from www.Health.com
Each year, the typical adult can expect to
contract two or three colds, according to
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But it
doesn't have to be this way! Aside from good hand
washing (with soap, for at least 20 seconds), "there's a lot
you can do to drastically cut your risk of getting sick,"
says Holly Phillips, MD, a general internist in New York
City. Arm yourself with these tips from the experts, and
make this cold and flu season your healthiest yet.
1. Yogurt -The same live cultures that help ease
digestive distress can help stave off a cold, says Dr.
Phillips. A 2011 study backs this up: Scientists found
that people who consumed probiotics via
supplements or fermented foods (think yogurt, kefir
and kimchi) had 12 percent fewer upper respiratory
infections.
2. Zinc Lozenges-Try taking them as soon as you start
feeling under the weather, says Dr. Lebowitz. Zinc is
a mineral essential to the cells of the immune system,
and a 2013 Cochrane Library analysis of 18 trials
found that ingesting it within 24 hours of the onset
of cold symptoms reduces the duration of the illness.
3. Water -"Fluids help thin out the mucus that your
body makes when you're sick," says Dr. Phillips.
"And when that germ-filled mucus is thinner, it's
easier to clear out of your system." She suggests
downing at least 2 liters of water or
other fluids a day.
4. Elderberry Extract - A syrup made
from these little black berries has long
been used as a folk remedy for viral
infections. In concentrated form, the
berries' nutrients seem to offer some
relief from congestion, aches and pains, says Jaclyn
Chasse, a naturopathic physician in Bedford, N.H.
Indeed, a 2004 study in the Journal of International
Medical Research suggests that taking a 15-milliliter
dose of elderberry extract four times a day can cut
short flu symptoms by four(!) days on average.
For other tips and remedies see www.Health.com
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Our birthday list is compiled from completed consumer assessments. Please accept our apology if your birthday is not listed, and see April to complete a current consumer assessment.
Happy January Birthdays!
Jay Freschi Foster Tudor
Ann Root
Jim Hoff
Bette Carlson
Richard Villa
Karen Burin Eileen Grover
Peggy Hoff
Richard Klumker Gard Robinson
A special Thank You to everyone who
volunteers for us...
Meals on Wheels Delivery Drivers Sandy Berger Tosia Sauter Tanna Brock Tom Swissler
Thank you Tanna Brock, Ralph Gourley, and Sharon Smith for helping with bridge. Mary Monger for helping with lunch clean up. Chris Stillwell for all your bingo help.
December Speakers Stephanie Loomis Harvey Goertz and Gals Home-Daycare groups
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Melvin Compestine C.K. Erickson Jerry Rudolph
Virginia Winn
Alene Turner
Dorothy Lindahl
Shirley Swanson
Ron McMorris Virginia Rossi
80 Candles and Counting
Today, dear Lord, I’m 80 and so much I haven’t done, I hope, dear Lord, you will let me live until I’m 81.
But then if I haven’t finished all I want to do, would you let me stay awhile, until I’m 82?
So many places I want to go, so very much to see, do you think I could make it to 83?
The world is changing very fast, there is so much in store, I’d very much like to live until I’m 84.
And if by then, I’m still alive, I’d like to stay until 85. But then if I get the chance to pick,
I’d like to live to 86. I know, dear Lord, it’s much to ask, and it must be nice in heaven,
but really, I would like to stay until I’m 87. I know by then I won’t be fast and sometimes very late,
but it would be pleasant to be around at 88. I will have seen so many things and I had a wonderful time,
But you know, I’ll still have a lot of life in me even when I’m 89. submitted by Van Fletcher
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AGING WELL January 2017
Drop ins welcome! $3 suggested donation per
class, unless otherwise noted.
HAYDEN Movement & Exercise
Thursdays, 11 am - Noon
Haven Community Center
SOUTH ROUTT Movement & Exercise Mondays, 10:45 - 11:45 am SR Community Center
Movement & Exercise
Wednesdays, 10:45 - 11:45 am
SR Community Center
Movement & Exercise Mondays, 9:30 - 10:30 am Yampa Town Hall
STEAMBOAT
Intro. to Movement & Exercise
Mondays, 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Mountain View Manor Apts.
Wednesdays, 2:30 - 3:30 pm Selbe Apartments
Movement & Exercise
Thursdays, 10:30 - 11:30 am
SS Community Center
Advanced Movement & Exercise
Mondays, 10:30 - 11:30 am
SS Community Center
Beginning Tai Chi for Health
Tuesdays, 9:45 -10:30 am
SS Community Center
Advanced Tai Chi for Health
Tuesdays, 10:45 -11:30 am
SS Community Center
FOOT CARE CLINICS
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS Steamboat Community Center: 8:30 - 11:30 am
2nd Tues. of the month ($20 donation appreciated)
Northwest Colorado Health: 8:15 am - 12:45 pm 4th Tues. of month
OAK CREEK South Routt Medical Center: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 3rd Mon. of the month
Oak Creek Senior Apartments: 9:00 - 11:30 am 1st Mon. of Aug, Oct. and Dec.
HAYDEN Haven Community Center: 1:15 - 2:45 am, Wednesdays
YAMPA Yampa Town Hall: 1:15 - 3:30 pm 1st Mon. of Aug, Oct. and Dec.
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS Mt. View Manor Apartments: 1:30 - 2:30 pm 2nd Wed. of the month
Steamboat Community Center: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
3rd Tues. of the month
Selbe Apartments: 2:30 - 4:00pm
4th Wednesday of month
OAK CREEK South Routt Community Center: 10:30 am - 12:00pm 4th Mon. of the month
HAYDEN Haven Community Center: 9:00 am - 12:00pm 2nd & 4th Wed. of the month
Drop ins welcome! Donations appreciated!
SENIOR WELLNESS CLINICS Appointment required: 970-871-7676. $20 per visit unless otherwise noted
Your donations help ensure these services continue. No one will be refused service due to inability to pay or donate.
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FOR RESERVATIONS OR QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL 970.879.0633
SENIOR EAT AND GREET We have three dining rooms in Routt County. The recommended donation for meals is $3.00 for those 60 and better. Those under 60 must pay $6.00. Reservations requested 24 hours in advance. Hayden - American Legion Hall: Noon on Tuesday, Thursday South Routt - South Routt Community Center: Noon on Monday, Wednesday, Friday Steamboat - Community Center: Noon on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
MEALS ON WHEELS RCCOA’s Meals on Wheels provide hot, low-cost, nutritious meals to homebound seniors. The recommended donation for meals is $3.00 for those 60 and better. Those under 60 must pay $6.00. Meals on Wheels operates
the same days as the Senior Eat and Greet listed above. Reservations required 24 hours in advance. We are now delivering frozen meals for weekends, holidays and rural consumers! Please inquire.
TRANSPORTATION RCCOA provides transportation to and from our programs, and dining rooms in Hayden, Steamboat and South Routt. Rides are also available to medical appointments, shopping, trips to the pharmacy and other errands. The recommended contribution is $2 per trip. Reservations are required 24 hours in advance.
EXERCISE
The Council on Aging sponsors exercise classes in coordination with the Northwest Colorado Health. Please see page 6 for a calendar of classes, or call Northwest Colorado Health with questions, 871-7676.
BINGO
South Routt: Wednesdays after lunch at the South Routt Community Center
Steamboat: Fridays after lunch at the Steamboat Springs Community Center
BRIDGE
There are several bridge groups that play at various times in Steamboat. Please call us for details.
GROCERY SHOPPING
South Routt: One Thursday a month Steamboat: Tuesdays after lunch. Please reserve 24 hours in advance.
NUTRITION COUNSELING
The Council on Aging provides this service for our seniors at no cost. For an appointment please call 970-879-0633 xt 4 and we will arrange an appointment with Jenny Thomsen, RDN.
SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES OF RCCOA
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Routt County Council on Aging is a non-profit that has been dedicated to meeting the needs of Routt County’s senior citizens
The Routt County Council on Aging can only achieve its goals with the assistance of generous donations from members and organizations of our community. Without these donations, serving those in our area would not be possible. We’ve learned that exciting programming brings new people into our dining rooms for lunch and onto our vans for rides. In 2016 our core nutrition and transportation programs are seeing more people every day. In our Steamboat dining room alone, we are serving an average of 35 seniors each day. That is a 30% increase in one year!
Since our organization relies on the generosity of individuals like you, we ask you to consider a donation to our cause. All gifts are meaningful!
PLEASE MAKE YOUR DONATION TODAY! Donations will benefit the nutrition, transportation and recreation programs of RCCOA
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
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Bingo: 12:30 S.R. Foot care: Haven
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11 AARP Safe Driver: Stmbt 12:00-4:00
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16 Tom Collins, PT, Introducing “Body in Balance” Bridge 1:00 Stmbt
Foot Care: S.R.
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Bingo 12:30 S.R.
Foot care: Haven
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Duplicate Bridge Stmbt 9:00-4:00
Cooking Demo 1:00
20 Body in Balance 10:30 Bingo 1:00 Stmbt Bridge 1:00 Stmbt
23 Steve Zarlengo, Edward Jones-Living in Retirement Bridge 1:00 Stmbt
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Foot care & Wellness Clinic: Haven
Shuttle to Craig
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30 Lindsey Simbeye will share what’s new at Casey’s pond Bridge 1:00 Stmbt
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JANUARY EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Steamboat Springs: South Routt: Hayden:
The Monday speaker series is at the Steamboat Springs Community Center at 12:30 pm. See page 8 for the complete schedule of exercise classes, foot care and wellness clinic times. Contact April at 879-0633 with any questions or ideas.
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SENIOR EAT and GREET January 2017
Please call 970-879-0633 24 hours in advance for reservations. Milk, Tea, & Coffee are offered with all meals. Nutrition analysis is available upon request. Lunch is served at noon at the following locations: Hayden/American Legion Hall South Routt/ South Routt Community Center Steamboat Springs/ Steamboat Springs Community Center
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
2 Black Eyed Pea Stew
Collard Greens Cornbread
Peach Cobbler Ice Cream
3 French Dip Sandwich
Twice Baked Potato Carrots Broccoli
Apple Pie
4 French Dip Sandwich
Twice Baked Potato Carrots Broccoli
Apple Pie
5 Eggplant Parmesan
Tossed Salad Wheat Roll
6 Chicken Fried Rice Stir Fry Veggies
Egg Roll Pears, Apricots
Cookie
9 Beef Tacos Pinto Beans
Rice Tossed Salad
Chocolate Cake
10 Cod
Rice Pilaf Veggie
Wheat Roll Banana
Key Lime Pie
11 Pork Ribs
Veggie Potato Salad Wheat Roll
German Chocolate Cake
12 Pork Ribs
Veggie Potato Salad Wheat Roll
German Chocolate Cake
13 Chicken and Rice
Broccoli Carrot Salad Wheat Roll
Pudding
16 Turkey Noodle Soup
Spinach Squash
Wheat Roll Orange
17 Pork Cabbage Roll
Veggie Wheat Roll
Fruit
18 Brisket Potato Carrots
Italian Bread Fruit
19 Brisket Potato Carrots
Italian Bread Fruit
20 Bean And Cheese
Burrito Spanish Rice
Squash Pears Cake
23 Sloppy Joe
Baked Beans Macaroni Salad
Banana Cake
24 Clam Chowder
Chef Salad Crackers Brownie
25 Clam Chowder
Chef Salad Crackers Brownie
26 Roast Chicken
Brown Rice Broccoli
Tossed Salad Carrot Cake
27 Ham and Cheese
Macaroni Brussel Sprouts
Wheat Roll Waldorf Salad
Chocolate Pudding
30 Pizza
Tossed Salad Garbanzo Beans
Raisins Crème Puff
31 Beef Tips
Mashed Potato Gravy
Spinach Wheat Roll Apple Sauce
1 Beef Tips
Mashed Potato Gravy
Spinach Wheat Roll Apple Sauce
2 Mushroom Stroganoff
Peas Tossed Salad Garlic Bread
Cookie
3 Honey BBQ Chicken
Veggie Sweet Potato Wheat Roll
Orange Sherbet