Senior News for Week: 

March 16th – March 22nd

Monongalia County

 

 

Senior Monongalians, Inc. is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Info: 296-9812.  Lunch is served 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at the nutrition site. 

 

Senior Monongalians, Inc., Monongalia County’s one-stop-shop for seniors and their families.  A social services support agency offering services such as: a Veteran’s Administration approved adult life center, respite care, caregiver support groups, free vital signs clinics and a Nutrition Program offered throughout Mon County.  SHIP counselors are available to answer questions regarding hospital bills and insurance payments.  The Community Care Program provides in-home personal care, via VA, private pay, or sliding fee, to homebound seniors.  For information regarding services or programs, call 296-9812.

 

Visit www.seniormons.org for menus and activities—posted weekly.

 

A caregiver support group meets from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., the third Wednesday of each month at the senior center.  All caregivers invited.  Info: Sue at 296-9812.

 

There are openings in the Adult Day Services Center at Senior Monongalians, Inc.  Open Monday-Friday.  This program provides a cost-effective, flexible and convenient alternative to nursing home placement.  The L. June Morgan Adult Day Services Program is VA certified for veterans.   Info: 296-9812.

 

The String of Pearls is a chorus-line dance troupe that believes you can still kick it up at any age.  If you would like the String of Pearls to perform at your function or party, call Donna at 599-4286.

 

If a red hat and a purple dress are calling your name, become one of the Purple Pansies, our Red Hat Society Chapter.  For more information, call 292-7946.

 

View a schedule of events and trips, interesting articles, along with fun photos each week in Reflections.  Reflections can be found on the center page of the TV Week insert of the Dominion Post Sunday edition.

 

 

 

The Menu

Monday, March 17th

q       McGillicutty soup, beef & cabbage with O’Brian potatoes, a bit o’ green salad, hot blarney rolls, and pot o’ gold dessert

Tuesday, March 18th

q       Baked chicken with wild rice, broccoli-cauliflower salad, wheat bread, mandarin oranges

Wednesday, March 19th

q       Pineapple glazed ham, scalloped potatoes, broccoli, bunny buns, and Easter bunny dessert

Thursday, March 20th

q       Hearty mild chili with crackers, tossed salad, corn muffin, orange Jell-P with fruit

Friday, March 21st

q       Cheese omelet, breakfast potatoes, sliced tomatoes, yogurt cup, juice, and milk

                                       

Activities:

 

**Monday, March 17th: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Active for Life Exercise Program – This is a very low impact exercise program that can be done standing or sitting.  This class is conducted Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.  A doctor’s release is required before beginning the program.

 

**Monday, March 17th: 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

Nondenominational Bible Study – Each week local clergy members discuss a variety of Bible topics.

 

**Monday, March 17th: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Free Fun Bingo – Join in the fun and see if you can bingo first.  Donations of small individually wrapped gifts are welcome and appreciated.

 

**Monday, March 17th: 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

St. Patrick’s Celebration – Be sure to wear a bit o’ green and celebrate all things Irish with us during our annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration.

 

**Monday, March 17th: 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Afternoon Tea Party – Sit down to a delicious cup of flavored tea, a goody or two, and stimulating conversation with friends during our Afternoon Tea Party.

 

**Tuesday, March 18th: 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Free Vital Signs Clinic - Monitor your health by having your blood pressure, pulse, and weight levels checked by our registered nurse.

 

**Tuesday, March 18th: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Smart Cooking Class – Belinda Owens from the County Extension Office will teach you how to make healthy choices in your nutrition.  She will also demonstrate how to prepare a delicious and nutritious entrée. This 6-week class is free to baby boomers and seniors. 

 

**Tuesday, March 18th: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Easter egg coloring – Get into the spirit of Easter by decorating Easter eggs.  A variety of colors and decorating options will be available.  This activity is free to baby boomers and seniors.

 

**Tuesday, March 18th: 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Social Bridge – The ladies of social bridge will be happy to deal you in to a fun game of social bridge, rook, or other card games.

 

**Wednesday, March 19th: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Active for Life Exercise Program – This is a very low impact exercise program that can be done standing or sitting.  This class is conducted Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.  A doctor’s release is required before beginning the program.

 

**Wednesday, March 19th: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Winter Bowling – Get into the swing of things with our video bowling.

 

**Wednesday, March 19th: 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Easter Luncheon - Have a hipity, hopity good time at our annual Easter Luncheon.  This year’s festivities include an Easter bonnet contest and a traditional Easter meal.  The bonnet contest hops off at 11:00 a.m.

 

**Wednesday, March 19th:  12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Rotating Bridge – Circulate around the room as you play a few hands of Rotating Bridge.  Can we deal you in?

 

**Thursday, March 20th: 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Free Vital Signs Clinic - Monitor your health by having your blood pressure, pulse, and weight levels checked by our registered nurse.

 

**Thursday, March 20th: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Free Fun Bingo – Join in the fun and see if you can bingo first.  Donations of small individually wrapped gifts are welcome and appreciated.

 

**Friday, March 21st: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Active for Life Exercise Program – This is a very low impact exercise program that can be done standing or sitting.  This class is conducted Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings.  A doctor’s release is required before beginning the program.

 

**Friday, March 21st: 10:0 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Winter Bowling – Get into the swing of things with our video bowling.

 

Upcoming Events

 

 

**Tuesday, April 1st: 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Planning for Nursing Home & In-Home Care – Attorney Brent VanDeysen will discuss how to legally protect your assets before a transition into a nursing home or in-home care is required.  Please bring your questions.

 

2008 Chartered Bus Trips

 

**Wednesday, March 26th

Wheeling Island – Wheeling Island Race Track & Casino features greyhound racing, table games, and video slot machines.  The price of this chartered bus trip is $20 per person.

 

**Wednesday, June 11th

Wheeling Island – Wheeling Island Race Track & Casino features greyhound racing, table games, and video slot machines.  The price of this chartered bus trip is $20 per person.

 

**August 31st – September 6th

Branson, Missouri – Travel to the live music capital of the world, Branson Missouri with Senior Monongalians.  This 6 day, 7 night chartered bus tour includes 10 meals, and multiple shows.  The cost of this chartered bus trip is $595 per person based on double occupancy.

 

**September 15th-18th

Biltmore Estates & Ashville, NC – Visit one of America’s castles, the Biltmore Estates, and other historic sites

 

All trips are subject to change or cancellation by Senior Monongalians.