February 2016 - Eagle County

February 2016
El Jebel Senior Programs
0020 Eagle County Dr. 379-0020
If you eat lunch with us,
please read these reminders:
February Menu
1.) Please make your reservation at least 24
Tuesday, February 2 Thursday, February 4
hours in advance! This helps us purchase the
appropriate amount of groceries and allows us Beef stew with veggies
Teriyaki chicken
to set up the correct number of tables and
Salad
Stir fry veggies
Rolls
Rice
chairs. Also, call to cancel your reservation if
Birthday
cake
Fruit cobbler
you cannot make it to lunch.
2.) If you do not make a reservation but you
Tuesday, February 9 Thursday, February 11
show up to eat, we will serve you after everyone
Chicken sandwich with
Mardi Gras Lunch:
else has been served IF there is enough food.
Gumbo
fixings
3.) At 12:30, we will begin to serve second
Dirty rice
Tater tots
Muffuletta salad
Coleslaw
portions IF there is enough food.
French
bread
Fruit salad
4.) Please provide a doctor’s note if you need
King cake
menu modifications for medical reasons and we
will gladly make accommodations as best we
Tuesday, February 16 Thursday, February 18
are able.
spaghetti
Baked fried chicken
5.) Have feedback or suggestions about lunch? Jewish
Caesar salad
Mashed potatoes
Talk to Christy or Nikki!
Garlic bread
Carrots
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Pound cake
Carolers from Blue Lake Daycare
Salad
Brownie
Tuesday, February 23 Thursday, February 25
Vegetarian ravioli
Roasted veggies
Salad
Rolls
Fruit pie
Louette Williams: Feb. 12
Leo Ogg: Feb. 12
Sherrill Stone: Feb. 17
Bud Selsor: Feb. 21
Cod Florentine
Rice pilaf
Veggies
Salad
Rolls
Fruit salad
Help the
environment
AND
stay hydrated
by bringing your
own reusable
water bottle to
exercise classes!
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
1
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Tai Chi
2
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Exercise
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Bingo
1:00 Errands
3
9:30 Poker
4
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Exercise
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Bingo
5
11:00 Bridge
6
7
8
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Tai Chi
9
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Exercise
11:45 Library
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Bingo
1:00 Errands
10
9:30 Poker
11
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Exercise
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Bingo
12
11:00 Bridge
13
14
15
16
Chair Massages
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Exercise
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Bingo
1:00 Errands
17
18
9:30 Poker
9:30 Stretch
11:00 Food Bank 10:30 Exercise
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Bingo
19
11:00 Bridge
20
24
9:30 Poker
26
11:00 Bridge
27
Closed
21
22
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Tai Chi
23
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Exercise
11:45 Library
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Bingo
1:00 Errands
28
29
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Tai Chi
Iron Mountain
Hot Springs
Trip
Back by popular request!
Sign up for the trip to Iron
Mountain Hot Springs!
$5 per person! You can
drive separately or ride in
the senior van.
Reservation: 379-0020
Please help us save paper! You can
receive the monthly newsletter via
email! Talk with Christy if you
would like to get on the email list.
25
9:30 Stretch
10:30 Exercise
12:00 Lunch
1:00 Bingo
Educational information sessions are
on Thursdays at 11:30 in the Pinion
Room. If there is someone you think
would be a good guest speaker, please
talk with Christy! She’s looking for
new ideas!
For more program information, please call 970-328-7682
or for transportation information call 309-8465. Please be
sure to place a lunch reservation at 379-0020 by noon the
day prior. Suggested donation is $3.00 per meal.
All donations are greatly appreciated. Thank You!
Garfield County Senior newsletter: http://www.garfield-county.com/human-services/senior-services.aspx
Pitkin County Senior newsletter and lunch menu: http://www.pitkincounty.com/QuickLinks.aspx?CID=162,
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HEALTHY AGING TIMES
FEBRUARY 2016
February is Heart Month: Heart Healthy Habits for Seniors
Heart disease is a major threat to senior health — in fact, 84 percent of people age 65 years and older die from
heart disease. Though heart disease risks increase with age, it doesn’t have to be an inevitable part of getting
older. The right lifestyle habits and a heart-healthy diet can help protect you.
What exactly is heart disease? It’s the term given to a group of different health conditions that affect the heart.
In the United States, the most common form of heart disease is called coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD is
often responsible for serious cardiovascular events like a heart attack, heart failure, chest pain, and irregular
heartbeat, also called arrhythmia.
7 Steps to Heart Disease Prevention:
You can keep your heart healthy no matter how old you are, but it does take effort — possibly even changes in
your everyday habits, such as eating a heart-healthy diet and increasing your activity level. Here’s how to get
started:
1. Get enough exercise. This means at least 30 minutes of exercise almost every day of the week.
2. Quit smoking. If you do smoke, it's time to quit. (FREE Colorado Quit Line - coquitline.org or 1-800-7848669
3. Eat a heart-healthy diet. Load up on fresh fruits and vegetables while limiting saturated fats, salt, and
foods containing cholesterol, like fatty meats.
4. Watch your numbers. Get regular check-ups to monitor health conditions that affect the heart, including
Special points of interest:
high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes, and make
sure they’re under control with medication.
(continued on page 3)
Inside this issue:
Heart Health
Contact and Meal Information
Food Commodity Program for Seniors
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Depression and Aging
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Move of the Month & Bustang
Cook’s Corner Recipe
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Our Mission: Healthy Aging is dedicated to serving the over 60 population of Eagle County with
nutrition, transportation, social activities and programs that help to maintain the independence of
older adults.
Coordination:
Karen Koenemann
Healthy Communities
Manager
970.328.2610
Carly Rietmann
Healthy Aging Program
Supervisor—Eagle
970.328.8896
Christy Doyon
Healthy Aging Program
Coordinator—El Jebel
970.328.7682
Pat Nolan
Healthy Aging Program
Coordinator—Minturn
970.328.8831
Transportation:
Bob Anderson
El Jebel Bus Driver
970.309.8465
Mikey Colley
Eagle & Minturn Bus Driver
970.343.9565
Culinary:
Claudia Chacon
Eagle & Minturn Culinary
Specialist
970.328.1483
Nikki Reckles
El Jebel Culinary Specialist
970.328.7680
Additional Resources:
Leona Perkins
Property Manager
Golden Eagle Senior Apts.
Seniors On Broadway
970.328.8897
Melaine Hendershott,
Registered Dietitian
303.503.2622 - *Free dietary
advice
Erin Fisher
Director Alpine Area Agency
on Aging
970.468.0295 ext. 107
APS/Case Management
Eagle River Valley
970.328.7720
APS/Case Management
Roaring Fork Valley
970.429.2047
Meal Reservation Information
Reservations are requested for lunch by 12:00 pm the day BEFORE the meal is served
(24 hour advance notice is requested please).
Eagle: Please call 328-8896. Lunches are served at noon on Tuesday and Thursday at the Golden
Eagle Senior Center, 715 Broadway in Eagle. We deliver meals to homebound seniors in the mid
and lower Eagle Valley (Eagle, Gypsum )
El Jebel: Please call 379-0020. Lunches are served at noon on Tuesday and Thursday at the Eagle
County Annex Building, 0020 Eagle County Dr. in El Jebel (just off Hwy 82 at Crown Mountain
Park). We deliver meals to homebound seniors in the Roaring Fork Mid-Valley.
Minturn-Vail: Please call 328-8831 or 328-2812. Lunches are served at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday
and Friday at Maloit Park Senior Center inside Vail Ski and Snowboard Academy in Minturn, 1951
Hwy. 24 in Minturn. We deliver meals to homebound seniors in the upper Eagle Valley (Edwards to
Vail)
All meals are funded by the Older Americans Act and Eagle County Govt. Senior Citizens
(anyone over 60): suggested anonymous donation of $3.00 All Guests under 60 must pay $8.00.
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Heart Healthy Habits (continued from page 1):
5. Reduce your alcohol intake. Excess alcohol consumption can worsen health conditions that
contribute to heart disease, like blood pressure, arrhythmias, and high cholesterol levels.
6. Minimize stress in your life. Stress can compound many heart disease risks that seniors already
face, steering you toward an unhealthy lifestyle. Find healthy outlets to relieve stress and lower
your heart disease risk.
7. Watch your weight. Too many pounds can add up to increased heart disease risk. To help
prevent heart disease, maintain a healthy body weight for your size.
Working with your doctor can help keep health problems under control. It's never too late to start
living a healthy lifestyle and getting your heart disease risks in check. (everydayhealth.com)
Food Commodity Program for 60+
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program is a program of the Food Bank of the Rockies specifically for eligible people who are 60 or better. The program supplies a generous box of nutritious food
once per month. Due to lack of demand, this program has not been operating in Eagle County for the
past several years, but we’re trying again to see if there might currently be interest.
Client Eligibility Requirements:
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Be a Colorado Resident; 60+ years of age
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Provide proof of ID, address & income
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Combined gross income does not exceed 130% of current federal poverty level:
# In Household Maximum Monthly Income
1
$1,276
2
$1,726
3
$2,177
4
$2,628
5
$3,078
6
$3,529
To apply or to learn more, please contact Eagle County Economic Services at
970-328-8888.
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FEBRUARY 2016
Depression is not a normal part of growing older
Depression is a true and treatable medical condition, not a normal part of aging. However older adults
are at an increased risk for experiencing depression. Depression is not just having "the blues" or the
emotions we feel when grieving the loss of a loved one. It is a true medical condition that is treatable,
like diabetes or hypertension.
How Do I Know If It's Depression?
Someone who is depressed has feelings of sadness or anxiety that last for weeks at a time. He or she
may also experience–
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Feelings of hopelessness and/or pessimism
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Feelings of guilt, worthlessness and/or helplessness
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Irritability, restlessness
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Loss of interest in activities or hobbies once pleasurable
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Fatigue and decreased energy
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Difficulty concentrating, remembering details and making decisions
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Insomnia, early–morning wakefulness, or excessive sleeping
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Overeating or appetite loss
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Thoughts of suicide, suicide attempts
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Persistent aches or pains, headaches, cramps, or digestive problems that do not get better, even
with treatment
How is Depression Different for Older Adults?
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Older adults are at increased risk. We know that about 80% of older adults have at least one
chronic health condition, and 50% have two or more. Depression is more common in people who
also have other illnesses (such as heart disease or cancer) or whose function becomes limited.
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Older adults are often misdiagnosed and undertreated. Healthcare providers may mistake an
older adult's symptoms of depression as just a natural reaction to illness or the life changes that
may occur as we age, and therefore not see the depression as something to be treated. Older adults
themselves often share this belief and do not seek help because they don't understand that they
could feel better with appropriate treatment. (article: cdc.gov)
How Many Older Adults Are Depressed?
The good news is that the majority of older adults are not depressed. Some estimates of major depression in older people living in the community range from less than 1% to about 5%. If you are depressed or are looking for local resources, contact Mind Springs Health at mindspringshealth.org
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Move of the Month: Standing on One
Foot
Improve your balance by standing on one foot.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Stand on one foot behind a sturdy chair, holding on for balance.
Hold position for up to 10 seconds.
Repeat 10 to 15 times.
Repeat 10 to 15 times with other leg.
Repeat 10 to 15 more times with each leg.
(nihseniorhealth.gov)
What is Bustang Anyway?
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A regional transportation service of CDOT
Rides between Glenwood Springs and Denver, now 7 days per week
Transfer service to Ft. Collins and Colorado Springs available Monday through Friday
Departs Glenwood daily around 7:00 a.m. and returns in the evening departing Denver
around 6:00 p.m., with stops in Eagle, Vail and Frisco.
Senior fares to Denver are $21.00 from Glenwood, $16.50 from Eagle and $12.75 from
Vail
Additional fares (under $10) for transfers to and from Ft. Collins or Colorado Springs
Bus features:
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50-passenger capacity
Reclining high-back seats
Bathrooms
Bike racks
Wheelchair accessible
WiFi availability
110V outlets and USB charging stations
For more information go to ridebustang.com or call 800- 900-3011.
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EAGLE COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH
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Cook’s Corner: Almond Date Bars
Ingredients:
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2 cups whole almonds
4-5 cups loosely-packed dates, pitted
1 cup Craisins (or additional dates)
¼ cup dark chocolate chips
¼ cup shredded coconut, optional
Directions:
If your dates still have pits, cut the dates in half
lengthwise and remove the seed.
Pulse the almonds and dates in a food processor
until your desired consistency is reached, adjusting the amount of dates and almonds as
needed.
You should be able to pick up a bit of the mixture and press it between your fingers without it
being sticky and without it crumbling apart.
(itsybitsyfoodies.com)
If desired, pulse in chocolate chips,
shredded coconut, and/or any other
ingredients.
Line a 10x14-inch pan with parchment
paper and press the almond-date mixture
into the pan to reach your desired thickness.
(I like them to be ½ - 1 inch thick.)
Cut into 32 squares, or bigger bars, or use a
heart cookie cutter (or other shape) to cut
out shapes (and save the cut-out scraps for
snacks for yourself!)
Febrero 2016
Programas de ancianosen El Jebel
0020 Eagle County Dr. 379-0020
Si usted come el almuerzo con nosotros,
por favor, lea estos recordatorios:
1.) Haga su reserva con al menos 24 horas de
antelación. Esto nos ayuda a comprar la cantidad apropiada de comestibles y nos permite
establecer el número correcto de mesas y sillas.
También, llame para cancelar su reserva si no
se puede llegar a la comida.
2.) Si usted no hace una reserva, pero usted se
presenta a comer, te serviremos después todo el
mundo se ha servido si hay suficiente comida.
3.) A las 12:30, vamos a empezar a servir a
segundas partes si hay suficiente comida.
4.) Sírvanse proporcionar una nota del doctor
si necesita modificaciones de menú por razones
médicas y con gusto hacer adaptaciones como
mejor podemos.
5.) ¿Tiene comentarios o sugerencias sobre el
almuerzo? Hable con Christy o Nikki!
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Carolers de la Blue Lake Daycare
Menú de febrero
Martes 2 de febrero
Estofado de carne con
verduras
Ensalada
Pan
Pastel de cumpleaños
Martes 9 de febrero
Almuerzo de Mardi Gras:
Gumbo
Arroz sucio
Ensalada Muffuletta
Pan francés
Pastel de rey
Martes 16 de febrero
Espagueti judíos
Ensalada Cesar
Pan de ajo
Torta
Martes 23 de febrero
Raviolis vegetariana
Verduras asadas
Ensalada
Rolls
Pastel de fruta
Louette Williams: Feb. 12
Leo Ogg: Feb. 12
Sherrill Stone: Feb. 17
Bud Selsor: Feb. 21
Jueves 4 de febrero
Pollo teriyaki
Vegetales salteados
Arroz
Pastel de fruta
Jueves 11 de febrero
Emparedado de pollo
Ensalada de repollo
Papas fritas
Ensalada de frutas
Jueves 18 de febrero
Pollo al horno frito
Papas puré
Zanahorias
Ensalada
Brownie
Jueves 25 de febrero
Bacalao florentina
Arroz pilaf
Verduras
Ensalada
Rolls
Ensalada de frutas
Ayuda al
medioambiente
y
mantente hidratado
al traer su propio
reutilizable
botella de agua
para las clases de
ejercicio!
Sun
7
14
Mon
1
9:30
Estiraramiento
10:30 Tai Chi
2
8
9:30
Estiraramiento
10:30 Tai Chi
9
15
16
Cerrado
21
Tue
9:30 Estiraramiento
10:30 Ejercicio
12:00 Almuerzo
1:00 Bingo
1:00 Mandados
9:30 Estiraramiento
10:30 Ejercicio
11:45 Biblioteca
12:00 Almuerzo
1:00 Bingo
1:00 Mandados
Masaje de silla
9:30 Estiraramiento
10:30 Ejercicio
12:00 Almuerzo
1:00 Bingo
1:00 Mandados
22
23
9:30 Estiraramiento
9:30
Estiraramiento 10:30 Ejercicio
10:30 Tai Chi 11:45 Biblioteca
Wed
3
9:30 Póker
4
10
9:30 Póker
11
17
9:30 Póker
11:00 Banco de
Comida
18
24
9:30 Póker
25
12:00 Almuerzo
1:00 Bingo
28
29
9:30
Estiraramiento
10:30 Tai Chi
Viaje a Iron
Mountain Hot
Springs
Volver por petición popular!
Inscríbete para el viaje a Iron
Mountain aguas termales! $5 por
persona! Usted puede conducir
separadamente o montar en la
furgoneta para las personas mayors.
La reserva: 379-0020
También puede recibir su boletín
mensual vía correo electrónico! Hable
con Christy si le gustaría agregarse al
la lista.
Thu
9:30 Estiraramiento
10:30 Ejercicio
12:00 Almuerzo
1:00 Bingo
9:30 Estiraramiento
10:30 Ejercicio
12:00 Almuerzo
1:00 Bingo
9:30 Estiraramiento
10:30 Ejercicio
12:00 Almuerzo
1:00 Bingo
9:30 Estiraramiento
10:30 Ejercicio
12:00 Almuerzo
1:00 Bingo
Fri
Sat
5
11:00 Puente
6
12
11:00 Puente
13
19
11:00 Puente
20
26
11:00 Puente
27
Sesiones de información educativo son
los Jueves a las 11:30 en el cuarto
Pinion. Si hay alguien que usted piensa
que puede ser bueno presentador, por
favor habla con Christy!
Para mas información sobre los programas, por favor llame al
970-328-7682 o para información sobre transporte llame al
309-8465. Por favor haga sus reservas para el almuerzo al
379-0020 antes de mediodía el día anterior. Se sugiere una
donación de $3.00 por comida. Toda donación es muy
apreciado. Gracias!
Boletín de ancianos del Condado de Garfield: http://www.garfield-county.com/human-services/senior-services.aspx
Boletín de ancianos del Condado de Pitkin y menú de almuerzo: http://www.pitkincounty.com/QuickLinks.aspx?CID=162,