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ActiveLiving on Tape
Do you know someone who might enjoy listening to the monthly ActiveLiving on cassette tape? Why not give them a call and let them know about this free service? To receive ActiveLiving on cassette tape, just call 772-0748.
The Caregiver Support Group meeting will be February 21, 2012 from 6:30pm-8:00pm at the Commission on Aging Activity Center, 2200 South Lincoln Road, Mt. Pleasant. This confidential support group is for men and women taking care of another person, be it their spouse, friend or a family member.
The group discusses current stressful situations that involve care giving and participants problem solve to find solutions and strategies for coping. Educational hand outs, tips, and pertinent articles are always included to help you as a caregiver. If you have questions please feel free to call Commission on Aging, Ann Kowaleski, at (989) 772-0748.
Bingo at the Commission on Aging
Friday, February 17, at 12:45 p.m.
Meijer Card Bingo
Friday, February 24, at 12:45 p.m.
Laurel's Gift Bingo
Book Club
A
book club has now been formed at the Commission on Aging. Members will
meet from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The group will meet on the second Wednesday of each month. Membership is open to anyone who enjoys reading. There are a few spots available. If you are interested, call 772-0748 to receive information and to reserve your place. The commitment to meet monthly is encouraged.
Second
Book Club For the Snow Birds
Due to many requests another Book Club is being formed that will meet from May thru October of 2012 at the COA Activity Center.
Call Sally at 772-0748 if you are planning to come to join.
Classes at Commission on Aging
Upcoming Art Classes
Watercolor Painting
Beginner/Intermediate - 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Wednesdays, January 11 - February 15
Cost: $35.00 / Six week class
Does not include supplies
Instructor: Jeanne Fisher / Pay instructor at first class
Intermediate Drawing Emphasis on
Portraiture
Thursdays, January 12 - February 16
Cost: $35.00
Does not include supplies
Instructor: Jeanne Fisher / Pay instructor at first class
Call 772-0748 for a reservation
Learn to Knit
Every Thursday at 10:00 a. m.
Beading Classes
Begins January 6th, Fridays 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Beginner level lessons are designed to give the student an in depth
understanding of basic beading techniques while producing small jewelry
items. Each class covers a different technique. Class size is limited.
Call the instructor for a supply list and to reserve a seat.
$30.00 per class plus kit fee
Contact Instructor June Johnston at (989)773-3398
Lo Impact Aerobic Class
Commission on Aging Activity Center has two sessions available:
- Mondays & Wednesdays Two times slots 10:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m.
- Fridays one class at 10:00 a.m.
There is also a class in Weidman at the VFW Hall 5:00 p.m. M - W
Start the year off with a regular work out at either location!!
Classes last about 45 minutes.
Banjos and Guitars
Learn the basics
Tuesday, February 7th and 14th at 12:30 p.m.
Dulcimer Practice
Every Monday 10:00 a.m. Craft Room
Line Dancing Classes at the COA Activity
Center.
Tuesdays - 2:00 - 4:00 Intermediate
Thursdays - 1:00-3:00 Beginner
Piano Classes Begin
The sessions are on Thursday mornings January 12 thru March 1. The cost
is $80.00 which includes the lesson book. The instructor is Pat Claussen.
If possible, call her by Friday, January 6 at 989-317-0960 to reserve a
spot in the class.
Solo playing is strictly voluntary so you will not be put on the spot in front of the class, and there are NO recitals. You are encouraged to attend each class in the eight week session.
Tai Chi Classes
11:00 a.m. - Regular Tai Chi Tuesday / Thursday
Yoga Class
$60.00 for 8 weeks or $10.00 per class
Mondays: 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Open to all ages. Call 772-0748.
Game Day - Mondays at 12:45 p.m.
Come out and play your favorite game in Room C of the Activity Center.
Already there are these games: Canasta, Pinochle and Dominos. If anyone
wants to play scrabble or another board game, take it with you and a
couple of friends and maybe others will join in.
Open Wii Bowling - Beginning in January
2012
Room C of the Activity Center from 10:00 a.m. till Noon, Monday - Friday
Jam Session
Every Friday from 10:00 a.m. till Noon in the Craft Room
Deal or No Deal
The 3rd
Friday of the month, at 11:15 a.m.
If you like playing Bingo you will like this game. Come out for lunch by
11:15 a.m. and maybe win a prize!!!
Readers Theatre Group
Meets at the COA Activity Center on the second and fourth Mondays of the
month at 1:00 p.m. Come join the fun and express yourself. No experience
necessary!
The Readers Theatre group is available to perform for your organization,
church, club or event.
For information contact Laura Straight at 773-9699.
Mt. Pleasant Garden Club
The Mt. Pleasant Garden Club meets on the third Monday of each month,
except January, at the Commission on Aging, Room A. We meet at 1 p.m.,
except in June and December, when we begin at noon.
There are no requirements for membership other than an interest in gardening.
Food With Friends Gift Certificates Available
Are you looking for a good way to introduce friends or family members to the Food with Friends Program? Try giving them a gift certificate. Gift certificates are also great for regulars to our sites.
Gift certificates are available to be used by adults age 60+ at any of our Isabella County sites in Mt. Pleasant, Rosebush, Weidman, Winn, and Shepherd. They may also be used by Home Delivered Meal clients.
Separate gift certificates can also be purchased for use at our Gratiot County Sites in Breckenridge, Ithaca, Fulton, Sumner, and St. Louis. Gift certificates can be purchased for $2.50 per meal at the Commission on Aging office or any of our meal sites.
If you will be purchasing several Gift Certificates, please call ahead to be sure they are available. Give your loved ones the gift of great food, fun, and friendship!
Foster Grandparent Volunteers Needed
Qualification/Requirements:
- Must be 55 years of age and older and meet our income guidelines
- Able to commit to 15 – 20 hours per week
- Have a desire to work with children with special needs in a variety of settings such as day care centers, head start programs and elementary classrooms
Benefits You Will Receive:
- A small non-taxable stipend of $2.65 an hour
- Transportation Reimbursement
- Daily Meal
- Annual Physical
Training will be provided prior to placement. For more information
please contact Mary Ann Mooradian, FGP Coordinator at 772-0748.
If you need assistance installing smoke alarms or replacing batteries, COA can assist you through our Helping Hands Gold Key Volunteer Program. Call COA at 772-0748.
Legal Services
Lakeshore Legal Aid is providing FREE legal advice to people over age 60.
For an appointment call Toll Free: 1-866-552-2889
Ride Guide Volunteers for iRide
COA has Gold Key volunteers available who will ride with an older adult to assist with medical appointments, grocery shopping or transportation to food sites until the individual feels comfortable riding alone. Your first ride is FREE! COA has first time user tickets available for your use. Just call 772-0748 for more information.
Do you like working with children? Ride Buddies are Gold Key Volunteers from the Isabella County Commission on Aging who ride ICTC buses to provide assistance, security and a friendly presence to all young children riding alone. If you enjoy working with young children, this might be just the volunteer opportunity for you!
Mileage reimbursement is provided from volunteer’s home to pick up site and from drop off site back to volunteer’s home. An ICTC Bus Pass is provided to the volunteer for use when volunteering as a Ride Buddy.
Ride Buddies are needed on weekdays during peak hours 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. or 3:15 to 6:30 p.m. The program continues throughout the school year.
Just call 772-0748 for more information or to register as a volunteer. Please help ICTC and the Commission on Aging make public transportation easy to use for the youngest riders.
Upcoming Health Events
Register for these FREE educational programs to be held at:
MidMichigan Health Park,
4851 E. Pickard,
Mt. Pleasant
by calling 775-1650 or 1-800-999-3199.
Blood Pressure Screenings
February 3, 10, 17, & 24- 9:00 - Noon MidMichigan Health Park sponsors free
blood pressure screenings as a public service. No appointment and no
preparation are required. Screenings will be canceled due to holidays or bad
weather.
Bariatric Surgery Options
February 23, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Community Education Room. Learn
about laparoscopic weight loss surgery and how it can improve your health
and your life. General surgeons from the Great Lakes Surgical Associates
will highlight laparoscopic Roux-en-Y, adjustable banding and sleeve
gastrectomy surgical options.
Register for the following FREE educational programs to be held at:
Central Michigan Community Hospital, 1221 South Drive, Mt. Pleasant.
by calling Health Promotion Services at 779-5606 or register on line at
www.cmch.org.
Treatment Options for Hip Arthritis
February 9, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the FDJ Conference Room. Join orthopedic
surgeon, Charles Lilly, MD., for a discussion on the symptoms of hip
arthritis, diagnosis and treatment options. Hip arthritis symptoms progress
as the condition worsens. What is interesting about hip arthritis is that
symptoms do not always progress steadily with time. Often patients report
good months and bad months or symptom changes with weather changes. Common
symptoms of hip arthritis include: pain with activities, limited range of
motion, stiffness of the hip, and walking with a limp. Hip arthritis
typically affects people over 50 years of age and those who have experienced
an injury or have a family history.
A Friend is only a Phone Call away...
The Isabella County Commission on Aging offers Friendly Calling service to Isabella County older adults and their families. The Friendly Calling program is available to any older adult who would like or benefit from a daily telephone call. Calls can be temporary while recuperating from an illness, or calls can be arranged on a permanent basis. Older individuals do not need to be homebound. Perhaps they are isolated and would just like someone to say hello to them each day.
A trained Gold Key Volunteer will make regular telephone contact with a program participant, checking the older adult’s safety. 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. If none of the contacts are available, COA Staff will attempt to contact the participant. Emergency services (9-1-1) may be used if necessary. If you know of someone who would benefit from this service, please call 989-772-0748.
The Commission on Aging has medical equipment to loan, at no cost. We currently have a number of wheelchairs, walkers and transfer benches, plus many other items.
Stop by (Monday thru Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) or give us a call at 772-0748 if you’re in need.
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