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SR CENTER ACTIVITIES
APRIL 2016 SPELLING BEE
Senior Spelling Bee Contest—Friday, April 22, at 10:00 am for Jo Daviess County held at our office at 500 Fillmore St., Hanover and Monday, April 25, 2016 at 10:00 am for Stephenson County at the Senior Resource Center, 206 E. Stephenson St., Freeport. The Illinois State Senior Spelling Bee competition is an exciting statewide program that pro- vides Illinois adults age 50 and older the opportunity to showcase a lifetime of knowl- edge and to celebrate years of experience through spelling abilities. The program is coordinated by the Association of Illinois Senior Centers with the help. Aaron Wilson from WIFR TV will be the pronouncer at the Freeport Spelling Bee.
APPOINTMENTS AT THE LENA LIBRARY
Tuesday, April 26 from 9:30 to 3:30 a Resource Specialist from the Senior Resource Center will be available at the Lena Library, 300 W Mason St, Lena, IL. to assist with prop- erty tax freeze and help with applying for your discount on your license plate sticker. Please call 815-235-9777 x221 to make an appointment. You will need to bring your 2015 income tax information to this appointment.
EXERCISE CLASS
FREEPORT - Join us Wednesday mornings, at 10:30 for forty-five minutes of fun and exercise. No experience necessary and all fitness levels are welcome. The class, taught by Dr. Julie Smith will incorporate stretching, strengthening and aerobic skills. Dr. Smith has a bachelor’s degree in physical education with an emphasis in dance and is a doctor of chiropractic medicine and board-certified naturopath. Please register by calling the SRC at 815-235-9777. The fee for the class is $5.00 and will be collected at the start of each session. These will be held at our new location, 206 E. Stephenson St. There will be no class on April 6.
HANOVER – Join us Tuesday & Thursday mornings at 9:00 for a fitness class led by Ken Mulholland. We will focus on balance, flexibility, toning and conditioning. This will be very low-impact and FUN. There will be no cost. If interested come to the Old School Gym in Hanover, 500 Fillmore St. Any questions call Ken at 563-451-3094. All are wel- come!
AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS
The next AARP Safe Driving Classes will be held Tuesday, April 12 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and a 2-day class April 19th and 20th from 10:00 to 2:30 These courses will provide a review of driving skills and techniques, as well as strategies and tips to help you adjust to normal age-related physical changes that may affect your driving ability. By taking these classes, you may receive a discount on your auto insurance. Cost is $15 if you are an AARP member and $20 if non-member. Bring a sack lunch. The class will be held at Schwarz Chapel, 608 S. Park Blvd., Freeport. Call the Senior Resource Center to register at 815-235-9777 OR if you have questions call 815-232-3042.
*Illinois has mandated an insurance- premium discount for participants age 55 or older, in a driver safety program.
HEARING SCREENINGS
Did you Know?
• About 20 percent of adults in the United States, 48 million, report some degree of hearing loss.
• At age 65, one out of three people has a hearing loss.
Connect Hearing will be providing FREE hearing screenings on April 28 2016 from 9am-12pm at the Senior Resource Center, Freeport, Please call 815-233-2535 to reserve your screening time.
MEDICARE BASICS
Do you have questions regarding Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplements or Part D plans? We are having three seminars in April, Tuesday, April 12 at 10:00 am or 2:00 pm and Tuesday, April 26 at 10:00 a.m. at the Senior Resource Center in Freeport. Please call 815-235-9777 for reservations. People of all ages are welcome! Presented by Ralph Norman, CASL (Chartered Advisor of Senior Living)
PAINTING CLASS
Join us, Wednesday, April 20, at 1:00 at the Senior Resource Center. Barry Treu, Director of Education at the Freeport Art Museum, will guide you through step-by-step the painting of a beautiful beach scene. Cost is $20, coffee and snacks will be available. Absolutely no talent needed to paint and be a part of this current rage of painting. Call 815-235-9777 x221 to register.
FRAUD PREVENTION
Join us at the SRC in Freeport on Tuesday April 26 from 1-1:45 PM for a Money Smart Week workshop on Fraud Prevention presented by Robert Folgate.
MAKING YOUR FINAL ARRANGEMENTS IN ADVANCE
On Tuesday, April 26 from 2 -3 PM at the SRC, Michelle Stubbe will provide a Money Smart Week workshop “Making Your Final Arrangements in Advance”
SOCIAL SECURITY AND YOUR RETIREMENT
Wednesday, April 27 from 1-2 PM at the SRC, Cornerstone Credit Union presents a Money Smart Week workshop “Social Security and Your Retirement” All ages are wel- come to learn more.
ADVANCE DIRECTIVES FOR HEALTH CARE AND PROPERTY – ESTABLISHING POA
Join us on Wednesday, April 27 from 2:30-4 PM as Attorney, Emily Hardy from Prairie State Legal Services will provide a Money Smart Week workshop to better understand and establish Power of Attorney. “Advance Directives for Health Care and Property”. Helpful information for those needing POA and those serving as a POA.
STEERING TOWARD RETIREMENT WITH IRA’S
Thursday, April 28 from 9-10 AM at the SRC, Cornerstone Credit Union presents a Money Smart Week workshop “Steering Toward Retirement with IRA’s” As you prepare for retirement, this workshop will provide insight on how IRA’s could assist you.
FINANCIAL EXPLOITATION
Thursday, April 28 from 10:30-11:30 AM the Senior Resource Center’s Adult Protective Services Supervisor, David Dorsey, is offering a Money Smart Week workshop explaining what Financial Exploitation is, signs to look for if you suspect someone in your life is being taken advantage of and what you can do to assist them. This information is rele-
NICAA GOLDEN MEALS - APRIL
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JOIN US! Golden Meals!
Experience Golden Meals, meals that taste as good as they look and are healthy too. Golden meals offer a warm and caring atmosphere with friendship and fun.
Come for a visit and see for yourself. Golden Meals is for persons 60 and older and their spouses. Everyone is welcome.
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Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
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Hot Dog, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Fruit, Bun & Milk
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B.B.Q Chicken Cheesy Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Fruit, Bread, Margarine & Milk
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Tater Tot Casserole, Vegetables in Casserole, Salad, Fruit, Bread & Margarine
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Baked Ham, Sweet Potatoes, Mixed Vegetables, Fruit, Bread, Margarine & Milk
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Bratwurst w/Kraut, Bun, Mashed Potatoes, Baked Beans, Milk
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Beef Stew, Biscuit, Applesauce, Milk, Bread, Margarine & Milk
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Chicken Rice Casserole, Broccoli, Fruit, Bread, Margarine & Milk
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Baked Turkey, Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans, Pumpkin Pie, Bread, Margarine & Milk
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Ham Loaf, Potatoes, Corn, Fruit, Bread, Margarine & Milk
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Corn Beef, Cabbage, Red Potatoes, Fruit, Bread, Margarine & Milk
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Tuna Salad, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Fruit, Bun & Milk.
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Sloppy Joes, Potato Wedges, Mixed Vegetables, Fruit
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Sausage Gravy over Biscuit, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Fruit
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Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Peaches
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Easy Chicken Casserole, Potatoes, Corn, Fruit
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Brat, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Fruit
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Chicken Patty, Potatoes, Peas, Fruit, Bread, Margarine & Milk
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Hamburger, Mac & Cheese, Green Beens, Fruit, Bun & Milk
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Spaghetti, Mixed Vegetables, Fruit, Bread, Margarine & Milk
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Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Fruit, Bread, Margarine & Milk
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Hot Dog, Baked Beans, Potato Salad, Fruit
All meals include milk, bread and margarine. Menu subject to change without notice.
Crum & Forster Site
524 W. Stephenson, Lower Level Freeport, IL 61032
Tel: 815.232.8896
Other NICAA Golden Meal Sites Rock City - Dew Drop Inn Elizabeth - Welcome Inn
NICAA Meal Sites
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