Homer Senior Citizens, Inc. Newsletter February 2015 Volume 13, Issue 8 Published Monthly New Sign! New Furniture! If you didn’t make it to the open house, here are a few photos! Inside this issue: Executive Director’s 2 Report HSC Calendar 4 Adult Day Services 6 Meal Menu 7 “Live Life to its Fullest!” Upcoming Meeting/Events: HSC will be closed February 16th in honor of President’s Day Board of Directors Meeting February 18th @ 1:30pm in Dining Room Annex Homer Senior Citizens, Inc. Newsletter Page 2 Executive Director’s Desk Non profit agencies such as the Homer Senior Citizens rely heavily on donations to make their programs a success. Please consider Homer Seniors when you sign up for the PFD. We also have two other ways to contribute. Sign up with Amazon Smile and select Homer Senior Citizens as your favorite non-profit. Or…you could link your Fred Myers shopping card to HSC (number 80473) and they will donate to our cause. Another way to share with Homer Seniors is by visiting www.homerseniors.com and click on I want to Donate. Your support keeps Homer Senior Citizens a thriving and vital senior center! Remember our grants score higher when we have financial donations from our membership and the community at large. Beginning this edition we will be highlighting the Board’s Strategic Planning Initiatives. We will be showing you how much the projects are anticipated to cost and the revenue/donations received to make the project a reality. Below is our first chart illustrating these goals…we will be updating this chart monthly. Keep track of your favorite project. Talk to your friends and families. Talk to your neighbors. We can make a difference in Homer Seniors lives! Thank you for all your help in making this a reality. Homer Senior Ci zens Strategic Plan Ini a ves Project Total: Funding: Natural Gas $504,898 State of Alaska City of Homer Dona ons $100,000 $10,000 $7,501 $387,397 Balance Assisted Living Furniture Project Total: Funding: $25,000 Rasmuson Grant Dona ons HSC Contribu on $20,000 $500 $5,000 Project Complete Funding: Music in Memory Grant‐iPods Dona ons‐music $5,166 $300 Ongoing Alzheimer's Wing Es mated Project Total: $3,000,000 $3,000,000 Balance Flooring Es mated Project Total: Funding: $100,000 Dona ons $50 Balance $999,950 A HUGE THANK YOU to the Homer City Council for donating $10,000 towards the Natural Gas conversion. We really appreciate their support and look forward to keeping them updated on senior issues throughout the year. Volume 13, Issue 8 Page 3 Thank you for Donations We appreciate the time, money and materials that are generously given to Homer Senior Citizens to help make this a great place to be! Bernie Barnes Tirzah Parsons Bernade e Gradney Steven Theisen Anonymous Fran Colombo Don’t forget you can donate on our website now. www.homerseniors.com and look for the “I want to donate” button Homer Senior Citizens, Inc. is partially funded from Member Donations, United Way, State of Alaska Department of Health & Social Services, Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Kenai Peninsula Borough, City of Homer and Exxon Mobil. Homer Senior Citizens, Inc. Newsletter Page 4 HSC February Calendar Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday 2 3 4 5 10:30 Fun & Fitness 11 ZUMBA Gold 1:30 Strong Women 10:30 Fun & Fitness Friday 6 10:30 Fun & Fitness 1:30 Strong Women 1-4 Duplicate Bridge 6 Lions Club 3 NW Geriatric Series 1-4 Party Bridge 1:30 Strong Women 9 10 11 12 13 10:30 Fun & Fitness 11 ZUMBA Gold 12-1:30 Patti Boily 10:30 Fun & Fitness 10:30 Fun & Fitness 1:30 ZUMBA Gold 3-4 Tai Chi 1:30 Strong Women 1-4 Duplicate Bridge from ILC 1-4 Party Bridge 1:30 Strong Women 3 NW Geriatric 1:30 Strong Women 1:30 ZUMBA Gold Series 2-3:30 Caregiver SG 3-4 Tai Chi 16 17 18 19 11 ZUMBA Gold 1:30 Strong Women 10:30 Fun & Fitness Closed for 1-4 Duplicate Bridge 1:30 Board Meeting 1-4 Party Bridge Presidents Day 3 NW Geriatric 6 Lions Club 1:30 ZUMBA Gold Series 6-7:30 Grandparents 3-4 Tai Chi Raising Grandkids 23 24 25 10:30 Fun & Fitness 11 ZUMBA Gold 1:30 Strong Women 10:30 Fun & Fitness 1:30 Strong Women 1-4 Duplicate Bridge 3 NW Geriatric Series 26 1-4 Party Bridge 1:30 ZUMBA Gold 2-3:30 Caregiver SG 3-4 Tai Chi 20 10:30 Fun & Fitness 1:30 Strong Women 27 10:30 Fun & Fitness 1:30 Strong Women Volume 13, Issue 8 Page 5 Volunteers - Thank You It is almost impossible to show exactly how much we appreciate the numerous volunteers we have at HSC. We hope that you know that we appreciate everything you do! Thank you to all of our volunteers for being a vital piece of our puzzle! You will find as you look back upon your life that the moments when you have really lived, are the moments when you have done things in the spirit of love. ~Henry Drummond It’s Tax Time Again! Appointments start Wednesday February 4th and will be Monday and Wednesdays Appointments at 10, 11, 12 , 1 and 2 Call the office 235-7655 to set up an appointment Things to bring to your appointment: social security card, tax documents, last years taxes if you have them and official picture ID Want to receive your newsletter via email? Email [email protected], call 235-7655 or stop by the office and let us know! Care Giver Support Group For People Who Have Loved Ones With Care Needs Caregiver Support Group is intended for family members involved in giving care for loved ones. Contact Pam Hooker 299-7198 Daniel Weisser 235-4555 February 12: & February 26: 2-3:30pm Homer Senior Citizens Conference Room Page 6 Homer Senior Citizens, Inc. Newsletter February Friendship Center Adult Day Services “Adult Day Services provide daytime, community-based services for adults who are in need of supervised support, stimulation, and care and who return home in the evening” (Council on Accreditation-Copyright 2014). After reading this definition over and over as vague as it is I realized that Adult Day Services is WAY more than that simple definition. Yes that is a fairly clear definition but there is so much in between the lines that is yet to be written and I am so excited to attempt to successfully fill in the blanks. There is a lot of work that has to be done and I am more than excited to get my feet soaked with ideas to enhance the lives of our participants. I have so many ideas for Adult Day Services to enhance the lives of our seniors physical health, social lives, and psychological stability. I will be creating a schedule that reaches each of these three goals in hopes of a higher quality of life. Adult Day Services has always had a special place in my heart ever since I worked in the department as an activities aide. I loved doing whatever it took as an activities aide to put a smiles on our participants faces, whether it was standing on my hands or blowing ginormous bubbles and listening to “I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles“ from the Lawrence Welks Show. I have such fond memories of working in Adult Day Services and I am thrilled to be apart of it again. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to work with such a rewarding program that is the outlet for many seniors. 24 Salad Bar Salad Bar Salad Bar Yogurt Rice & Onions Garlic Bread Fried Rice Roasted Carrots Broccoli Stir Fry Vegetables Curried Chicken Lasagna 23 25 Salad Bar Potatoes Cauliflower Roast Pork Loin Salad Bar 26 Sautéed Peas & Roasted Sweet Potatoes Rockfish Milanese Salad Bar Creamed Spinach Garlic Pasta Shrimp Scampi Salad Bar Vegetables Rice Pilaf Trout Almondine Salad Bar Salad Bar 19 12 Salad Bar Vegetables Sautéed California Blend Wild Rice Pan Seared Ahi Tuna Salad Bar & Gravy Mashed Potatoes Veal Roast Salad Bar Yams & Stuffing Gravy Mashed Potatoes Roast Turkey Mashed Potatoes Peas & Carrots Roast Pork 5 FRIDAY Mushrooms Rice Roasted Carrots 18 11 4 THURSDAY & Onions Snap Peas Scalloped Potatoes 17 Salad Bar Baked Chicken Teriyaki Closed for Presidents Day Salad Bar Salad Bar Stewed Green Beans Roasted Potatoes Baked Pork Chops Cuban Pork Broccoli Scalloped Potatoes 10 Salad Bar Baked Ham Lemon Pepper Stir Fry Veggies 16 Chicken Pot Pie Turkey Meatloaf 9 Salad Bar Vegetables Boiled Potatoes Salad Bar Spanish Rice Shallots Sautéed Cabbage Refried Beans Snap Peas w/ Beef Tacos Pasta Marinara 3 WEDNESDAY Pork Marsala 2 TUESDAY Baked Chicken MONDAY CONGREGATE MEALS February 2015 27 20 13 6 Volume 13, Issue 8 Page 7 Page 8 Homer Senior Citizens, Inc. Newsletter Open Board Seats If you are interested in serving on the Homer Senior Citizens, Inc. Board of Directors you must have your application in by March 5th, 2015. Volume 13, Issue 8 Page 9 Why is Sleep Important? Dec 29, 2014 By: Michael Twery, Ph.D., Director, National Center on Sleep Disorders Research, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Why is sleep important to you? An estimated 35 percent of U.S. adults report less than seven hours of sleep during a typical 24 hour period. Sleepiness resulting from insufficient sleep, irregular sleep schedules, or poor quality sleep is a cause of motor vehicle crashes, occupational errors with hazardous outcomes, and difficulty performing daily tasks. Sleep and wakefulness disorders affect an estimated 15-20 percent of US adults who are more likely to suffer from chronic disorders including depression, substance abuse, hypertension, diabetes, cancer, stroke, and all-cause mortality. Resilience to stress, emotional regulation, and inter-personal relationships are impaired by sleep deficiency. Recent findings suggest that investing in sleep health contributes to maintaining brain health, and ultimately protecting cognitive functions necessary for aging-in-place. Recognizing and addressing sleep health issues presents opportunities for enhancing public health, and improving the well-being of all people. Societal and health consequences of insufficient sleep are explored in “Sleepless in America” produced by National Geographic Channel in collaboration with The National Institutes of Health. The documentary explains how research is changing our perception of sleep, sleepiness, and its importance to health. The idea of “sleep” as a period when the brain simply shuts down has been replaced by an increasingly sophisticated understanding of how the rhythm of sleep and wakefulness is necessary for the biological function in every organ. Not only does this daily “circadian” rhythm play an important role in learning and the filtering of memories in brain, but it also serves to regulate the energy level of most all cells. Shortages of cellular energy eventually wear down natural defenses through oxidative stress and abnormalities in protein processing increasing the risk of disease. Another NIH-funded study helped show that during sleep, a byproduct known as amyloid beta is cleared from the brain at a faster rate than when a person is awake. Amyloid beta has been connected to Alzheimer’s disease. What all of this adds up to is the idea that sleep should be considered just as important as eating right and getting enough exercise. Adults should aim for 7-8 hours of sleep, while teens need up to 9 hours a night. But getting good sleep goes beyond being in bed for a set number of hours. The quality and timing of sleep are two other important factors for getting proper rest each night. People who work the night shift may experience problems getting quality sleep. Here are five tips everyone can use to help improve the quality of their sleep: Keep your bedroom cool and dark Put away/turn off all electronic devices while preparing for bedtime Stick to a regular bedtime and wake time every day, even on weekends Stop drinking caffeine by the early afternoon and avoid large late-night meals Skip the late-afternoon nap, as it can make it harder to sleep at bedtime The NIH has created a web page that brings sleep information from the many institutes that fund sleeprelated research into one place. Learn more at http://www.nih.gov/health/NIHandSleeplessinAmerica/. “Sleepless in America” airs on the National Geographic channel, and can also be viewed for free on YouTube. Page 10 Homer Senior Citizens, Inc. Newsletter A Letter From A Member As 2014 nears its end I think of things I intended to do but did not accomplish. One of these things was to write a letter of gratitude. To South Peninsula Hospital, Homer Senior Center, professional, dedicated instructors, I salute you and thank you for the exercise classes at our Senior Center. Because I go to these classes I can unscrew jar lids that I once saved for my husband to open. I have stamina and strength to lift and enjoy the one-year-old grandchildren. I have balance and am not yet a weeble wobble. I can stand for longer periods of time preparing meals without back pain. My pants are two sizes smaller. I have social interaction with lovely friendly supportive classmates. The instructors are smart, committed, professional and very positive and encouraging and yes, fun. Thank you Rowen, Brenda, Tonda and Maria, and sometimes Carol. A week has 168 hours. Three hours a week I go to Strong Women; two hours a week I go to Zumba Gold; and one hour a week I go to Tai Chi. That’s only six hours out of 168. I pay $21.00 a week but if I miss a class I do not have to pay. To be honest I would love more hours of Zumba Gold and Tai Chi, and a yoga class or two. But I know I am very lucky to have the classes that are available. They are also available to you. Please gift yourself and come...by the end of 2015 you will be stronger, healthier and perhaps happier. Fran Moore December 30, 2014 Volume 13, Issue 8 Page 11 Board of Directors: Ernest Suoja - President Gert Seekins - Vice President Merlin Cordes - Treasurer Phyllis Cooper - Secretary Ralph Crane - Director Bryan Zak - Director Mary Ann Griffith - Director Tonia Parlow - Director Wim Steenbakkers - Director 2015 NWGEC Geriatric Winter Series Registration is open Starting in January on Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:30pm Target Audience - physicians, physicians assistants, nurse practitioners, physical & occupational therapists, nurses, psychologist, social workers, pharmacists & other professionals working with elder populations. Registration Fee - $60 for series or $10 per training / optional CEUs—additional $40 HSC Member Birthdays for February Anita Critchett David Hanrahan Lani Carol Crooker Janet Higley Roland Rich Robert Ditton Ron Hollerson Judy Jeanne Doty Eleanor Klingel Juliann Soltis Toras MargaretLaVigueur Linda Thompson Tomlinson Fisk Raymond Sanford Jeff Amarello Jeanette Folmar Don Mack Will Ole Andersson Charles Franz Milli Martin Sharon Wilson Dave Becker Pamela Fredrick Helen Meeker Noko Yoshida Kelly Behen Arlene Gordon Joan Mello Betty Snow Frances Brymer Galen Jan Needham M. PhyllisCooper Mary Ann Griffith Gordon Noreen Purcell Administration and Management Staff: Administration: Keren Kelley - Executive Director Paula Frisinger - Administrative Assistant/Human Resources The Terrace Assisted Living: Deborah Hansen, RN Manager Friendship Center Adult Day Services: Daniel Weisser - Manager Maintenance: Doug Rudolph - Manager Food Services: David Pruett - Manager Activities/Volunteers: Daniel Weisser Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Permit 11 2015 Homer Senior Citizens, Inc. Homer, Alaska 99603 Homer Senior Citizens, Inc. 3935 Svedlund St Homer, AK 99603 Phone: 907-235-7655 Fax: 907-235-3739 www.homerseniors.com “Serving Homer Senior Citizens for 40 years, live life to its fullest” Hours of Operation M-F 9:00—4:00 p.m. Meals are served 11:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m. $5 for seniors 60+ - suggested donation $10 for guests under 60 Our Mission To offer seniors “essential services” housing (assisted and independent), adult day services, nutrition, education, transportation, and social activities that promote independence and a healthy continuum of care. February Amusements Q: What did the stamp say to the envelope? A: Stick with me and we will go places! “Know yourself, you are unique, priceless and a gift to this world” ~Apoorve Dubey This newsletter is partially funded by a donation in memory of L.E. Milligin
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