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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil on Aging-Disabilities 03-22-06 i AGENDA / ON ST CROIX COUNTY NOTICE O / TO: Clarence (Buck) Malick, Chairman St. Croix County Board FROM: Ralph Bader, Chairman COMMITTEE TITLE: Council on Aging DATE: Thursday, March 22, 2006 TIME: 8:3o a.m. LOCATION: County Board Room CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL ADOPTION OF AGENDA DATE OF NEXT MEETING: Thursday, April 13, 2006 ACTION ON PREVIOUS MINUTES INTRODUCTIONS Liza Gibson, Benefit Specialist UNFINISHED BUSINESS Medicare Part D Senior Center Board Training NEW BUSINESS Volunteer Recognition — April 19th * Transportation Committee Report Volunteer Report Staff Reports Nutrition Program /Senior Center Updates ANNOUNCEMENTS & CORRESPONDENCE POSSIBLE AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING ADJOURNMENT (Agenda not necessarily presented in this order) SUBMITTED BY: Kjersti L.O. Duncan DATE: Thursday, March 2, 2oo6 COPIES TO: COUN'T'Y BOARD OFFICE COUNTY CLERK NEWS MEDIA /NOTICE BOARD COMMITTEE MEMBERS SENIOR CENTER BOARD COALITION MEMBERS * Transportation Committee Meeting 9:15 a.m. COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING March 22, 2006 St. Croix County Government Center CALL TO ORDER Council Chairman Ralph Bader called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance was said. ROLL CALL Members present were: Gerald Peterson, Irene Burch, Richard (Buzz) Marzolf, Alice Mullan, Carolyn Weisenburger, Al Schrank, Bob Jacobson, Jeanette O'Connell, Ralph Bader, and Bette Norman. Also present were: Kjersti L.O. Duncan, Tracy Davis, Renea Aeschliman, Donna Lamson, Lorraine Jacobs, Cindy Helmke, Julie Hillstead, Sallie Dull, Sylvia Heller, Marcia Chandler, and Janice Thompson. Excused were John Mortensen and Rich Peterson. ADOPTION OF AGENDA A motion was made by Al Schrank and seconded by Gerald Peterson to adopt the agenda as printed; motion carried. DATE OF NEXT MEETING The next meeting will be held on Thursday, April 13, 2006. ACTION OF PREVIOUS MINUTES A motion on the amended minutes was made by Richard Marzolf and seconded by Bob Jacobson to approve the minutes; motion carried. Introductions: Liza Gibson introduced herself as the Department on Aging's new Benefit Specialist. Having started in this position February 21 she was able to overlap with Sue Kramer and receive orientation and training during the past month. Liza worked with the Family Care Program in Madison and has strong experience with other community nonprofits. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Medicare Part D: At this time, there is a lull in the number of Council on Aging Page 1 05/09/06 calls and inquiries received regarding Medicare Part D. However, we anticipate an increase in calls with the upcoming May 15 deadline for beneficiary enrollment. Senior Center Board Training: Kjersti & Tracy coordinated training for the current Senior Center Board members. Held on February 23 rd , it was hosted at the Glenwood City Senior Center. This training provided a good opportunity for the different board members to meet and network. Different topics were discussed and outlined in a procedures manual including: qualities of leadership, strategies for marketing, tips for advocacy, ideas for recreational and educational programming, and suggestions for fundraising. With the realities of changing demographics in our communities, Senior Center Board members have been challenged to develop programming and outreach strategies that attract the diverse interests and needs of persons 60 years and older. NEW BUSINESS: Volunteer Recognition: This year's volunteer recognition banquet will take place on Wednesday, April 19 at the Valley House in North Hudson. Individuals who have donated over 10 hours of time are invited to the Volunteer Banquet. Nutrition Program Managers were reminded of the importance of informing volunteers to record their volunteer hours. Not only are volunteers recognized for their efforts with this event, but the Department on Aging receives funding as a direct result of having matching in -kind hours. Transportation Committee Report: In the year 2005 the site vans provided 22,375 one -way trips. The capital improvement plan calls for us to update the fleet on a regularly scheduled basis. We are looking to purchase another accessible mini van. Council on Aging Page 2 05/09/06 Tracy is trying to "piggy- back" on the state bid by using some of the trust fund money and collaborating with Aging & Handicapped, Inc. Gerald Peterson, along with the rest of the transportation committee members, recommend that Tracy continues to develop the specs, get the bids, and purchase a new accessible vehicle for the fleet. A motion was made to accept the recommendation by the Transportation Committee by Irene Burch and seconded by Jeanette O'Connell. The Personal Committee for the Council on Aging completed the evaluation for Kjersti to be turned into the Personal office. Volunteer Report: Volunteers are needed for transportation to dialysis on a day to day and weekly basis. There are also home - delivered meal volunteers needed for the Hudson and Glenwood City areas. The DayAway Club in Hudson is in need of volunteers on Thursdays. Friendly visiting is needed in New Richmond area and some light housekeeping in Woodville and River Falls areas. STAFF REPORTS Kiersti's Report: Sue Kramer's reception was last week; unfortunately the weather did not cooperate. Regardless, Sue appreciated all the warm wishes sent her way. Dianne Rhein, spoke at the last meeting regarding the state's ongoing promotion of Aging and Disability Resource Centers. Since that meeting, Kjersti has met with Fred Johnson, Director of St. Croix County Health & Human Services and Ron Lockwood, Long Term Support Supervisor, and discussed being at the fore front of the movement in St. Croix County. Kjersti is advocating for the Department on Aging to take the lead in the development of a St. Croix County ADRC. The Department on Aging already provides many of the services and programs required by the Council on Aging Page 3 05/09/06 ADRC. Additionally, the Department on Aging's strengths and foundational structure naturally lend themselves to this role. Starting April 1S meals will no longer be served at Croixview Apartments in Hudson. On average 8 residents (out of 55 units) took advantage of this meal option. Participants will be encouraged to dine at the Hudson Senior Center, Tuesdays through Thursdays. Kjersti updated the COOP /COOG disaster preparedness plan. Updates will also be made and clarified for the Nutrition Program Site closing procedures. A telephone tree will be created to ensure, in the case of a snow day or other incident, that home - delivered meal participants are informed of closings. Currently, sites are closed when local schools are closed due to inclement weather. Tracy's Report: Card Tournaments start on March 29th at the Woodville Senior Center. Tracy, Cindy Ahrens, Renea Aeschliman, Julie Hillstead, Sallie Dull, Janice Thompson, Al Schrank, and Nada Olson attended the 18 Annual Senior Americans' Day in Eau Claire on Tuesday, March 21 St A moment of silence was observed for the passing of Jerry Maes, long term van driver for the Woodville Senior Center. SITEXENTER REPORTS BALDWIN Bingo is going well; the prizes of food go over very well. Dances are going to be held twice a month. This spring, knitting lessons will be offered. The number of card players is increasing and the monthly card party is the 3 rd Wednesday of the month. The site is in need of a new computer. Sallie picked up some information from the Eau Claire Senior Center and would like to schedule a visit there. "The Table of Knowledge" (Mens' Coffee Klatch) meets every morning at the Senior Center and is sponsored through the Senior Center Board. The intergenerational Council on Aging Page 4 05/09/06 essay contest (in recognition of Older Americans' Month) was well received. Essays are ready to be handed in for the state -level competition. DEER PARK With the bad weather, the St. Patrick's Day activities had to be cancelled. The participants and Janice enjoy the monthly activities sheets that Kjersti created. GLENWOOD CITY: Shirley has been ill and will return to work on April 1St HAMMOND: Several participants enjoyed watching Nunsense at the New Richmond Theatre. Activities are all going well. Donna has been using the monthly activities sheets. In February they had a very nice Valentine's Day party with prizes. The card players are looking forward to the card tournament. Donna is working on scheduling massage at the Senior Center. ROBERTS Not present. HUDSON Everything is going very well. Bingo & exercise is excellent. Everyone is enjoying the monthly birthday parties. Currently there is no Foot Care person and they are looking for a replacement. Corned Beef and cabbage was served for St. Patrick's Day. NEW RICHMOND Not present. RIVER FALLS: Dominoes are played on Tuesdays. AARP tax assistance will also be made available on Tuesdays until tax season is done. The average number of congregate diners is 15 people. The annual pancake breakfast is going to be held April 23 at the Moose Lodge. The Girl Scout troops in the area made leprechauns and favors for the Senior Center and the home bound. The foot clinic is going well; it is a very popular activity. On June 15 a bus trip will leave from Ellsworth to see the play "Don't Dress for Dinner" at the Old Log Theatre. The event will cost $42.00 which includes transportation, the play, and lunch. Call the Senior Center for more information and registration deadline. Council on Aging Page 5 05/09/06 SOMERSET A big group of participants took advantage of the AARP tax assistance. The home - delivered list has increased and Al is working very hard at delivering them. Eloris Rivard volunteers to take blood pressure once a month. The St. Anne's kids still come and make tray favors, with the participants, for the Holy Family Hospital. The intergenerational/Older Americans' Month essays have come in from the St. Anne's kids and Camilla Langness is picking the others from the public school. WOODVILLE Went to New Richmond in February for shopping and a movie. They have started movie day once a month and it has been a big success. Jack Samson entertained the participants on February 21 On March 28 , a local author, Betty Brandt, will talk about writing down your family history. Bunco has started on the third Wednesday of the month and at the end of April there will be a flower swap. A painting day is in the works along with other activities that Julie found in a big book hidden in a cupboard. VAN TRIPS: All Senior Centers — March 31 St — to Chippewa Falls for CWAG conference. A motion to approve the van trips was made by Irene Burch and seconded by Bob Jacobson. Motion carried. ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CORRESPONDENCE The District 6 meeting for CWAG has changed to March 31 at the Chippewa Falls Senior Center instead of March 17 th . Senior Resource Fair is scheduled for May 12 at the YMCA in New Richmond. This event is being sponsored by The Department on Aging, the Deerfield, Holy Family Hospital, and the New Richmond YMCA. The event is free of charge with a lunch provided. The Outstanding Older Adult Award winner will be Council on Aging Page 6 05/09/06 recognized at the St. Croix County Fair on Friday, July 21 The Aging Summit will focus on Long Term Care this year. The flyers and date saver are yet to come. St. Croix County Public Health office will be promoting health throughout the month of April by putting together a mock grocery store and dining area. There are a variety of dates and times available to attend their Open House in New Richmond. Posters were given to each Nutrition Program Manager. The CWAG convention will be in Appleton on May 31St — June 2nd POSSIBLE AGENDA ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING: A motion to adjourn was made by Al Schrank and seconded by Carolyn Weisenburger; motion carried. i Council on Aging Page 7 05/09/06