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Mature Living

Published by: St. Lawrence

County Office for the Aging

Supported by:

The Administration for

Community Living, NYS

Office for the Aging and

St. Lawrence County

Inside this issue:

Holiday Baskets/

Senior Awards

1

VA Caregiver Support

Volunteer Program 2

News & Information/

Weather Related

Closings

3

SHINE Program 4

Nutrition Tips/

Advisory Council Mtg.

5

Recipe/

Clifton- Fine Club

“Oldest Senior Citizen”

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Menu 7

Calendar 8

January 2019

2019 St. Lawrence County Senior Awards Recognition

The Office for the Aging and County Council of Senior Citizens is accepting nominations for Senior Awards including: 1)Senior Citizen of the Year; 2)Outstanding Contribution by a Senior Citizen; and 3)Jacqueline Sears Volunteer Award.

If you know an exceptional senior, 60 years of age or older, who volunteers time within their communities, please fill out a nomination form to recognize them!

(J. Sears award nominee can be a volunteer of any age).

For information on award qualifications and to receive nomination forms, contact the Office for the Aging at 315-386-4730. Senior Award winners will be honored at the May Fest; as well as in Albany for Senior Day.

The deadline for nominations is Friday, February 8th!

Holiday Baskets

The Office for the Aging sponsored its 5th Annual Holiday Basket Drive for clients in

the home delivered meal program during the months of November and December.

We received many generous donations of gift items for the baskets from community

members and the local senior clubs and organizations. We received over $800 in

monetary donations to be used to purchase items for the baskets. As result of this

incredible kindness, we were able to give away 120 gifts to clients in our hdm

program! This is 20 more presents from last year! Each year, this special project

grows and grows thanks to the support of all of you; as well as the Office for the

Aging staff. The OFA staff spend many hours organizing and putting all the baskets

together with love! Thank you so much for your continued generosity to help make the

holidays brighter for older adults in our County!

Congratulations to Lyne Soulia of Canton! She was the

winner of this beautiful quilt, made by Office for the

Aging Nutrition Service Aide, Gale Bertrand.

The quilt was raffled off and raised $401.00 to

purchase items for the Holiday Baskets!

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Senior Club & Council News/Events

Canton Senior Citizen Club Events and Trips: Contact Myrtle at (315) 386-8917

Parade of Nations, Virginia International Tattoo Show, Outer Banks, NC Bus Trip: April 24 – May 2, 2019

Boston Bus Trip: June 10-14, 2019

Parishville Hilltoppers: Contact Barb at (315) 261-2980

No meetings or dance Jan.-Mar.

Clifton-Fine Seniors: Contact Joyce at (315) 848-5811

Book and Bake Sale at Clifton-Fine Community Center, February 9th, 10 AM to 2 PM

NY Connects in Your Community - January Locations Do you or a family member need information or assistance with Long Term Care services or supports? NY Connects can help! A NY Connects Informational Specialist will be available at the following locations by appointment to provide information and referral assistance in your local community. Star Lake Clifton-Fine Hospital Wednesday, January 2nd Ogdensburg Nutrition Site/Centennial Terrace Thursday, January 10th Morristown Nutrition Site/Fire Hall Tuesday, January 15th Massena Community Center, 61 Beach Street Wednesday, January 23rd Gouverneur Cambray Courts, 68 West Main Street Thursday, January 24th DeKalb Nutrition Site/Sunrise Valley Housing Wednesday, January 30th

**Please call Christiana DeForge at (315) 386-4730 to schedule an appointment!

Weather Related Program Closings

When inclement weather conditions occur, Office for the Aging Nutrition Sites may need to close and/or Home Delivered Meal routes may be canceled. If you are receiving Home Delivered Meals, the Office for the Aging will provide you, in advance, with a frozen emergency meal to be used on a day we are unable to deliver.

Watch for weather closings to be announced on the following radio and television stations:

WNCQ/FM.WCIZ (102.9FM/98.7 FM); WPDM (1470 AM/99.3 FM); NORTH COUNTRY PUBLIC RADIO (89.5 FM); WMSA (1340AM); YESFM (96.7 FM); Channel 7 TV (WWNYTV); News 10 Now

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Eat Healthy • Be Active FREE SHINE Community Workshops

Seniors Health Improvement and Nutrition Education (SHINE) Community Workshops will guide you in making small changes in food choices and physical activity that make a large difference in overall health and maintaining a healthy weight.

Workshops are interactive and include incentives, taste-testing and simple physical activities for hands-on learning that will lead to lasting lifestyle changes.

Topics

Workshop 1: Enjoy Healthy Food that Tastes Great Workshop 2: Quick, Healthy Meals and Snacks Workshop 3: Eating Healthy on a Budget Workshop 4: Make Healthy Eating Part of Your Lifestyle

FREE Workshops

Clifton- Fine Community Center 4208 SH 3

Star Lake, NY 13690

Dates: Thursdays in January Workshop 1: Jan 10th, 2019 Workshop 2: Jan 17th, 2019 Workshop 3: Jan 24th, 2019 Workshop 4: Jan 31st, 2019

Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

All are Welcome!

Pre-registration is encouraged.

Call Cornell Cooperative Ext. of Franklin County:

518-483-6628

FREE Workshops

Dekalb Nutrition Center 26 Josephine Street

DeKalb Jtc., NY 13630

Dates: Tuesdays in January Workshop 1: Jan 8th, 2019

Workshop 2: Jan 15th, 2019 Workshop 3: Jan 22nd, 2019

Workshop 4: Jan 29th, 2019

Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

All are Welcome!

Pre-registration is encouraged.

Call Cornell Cooperative Ext. of Franklin County:

518-483-6628

This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides nutrition assistance to people with low income. It can help you buy nutritious foods for a better diet.

To find out more, contact 1-800-352-8401

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Office for the Aging Advisory Council Meeting Monday, February 11, 2019, is the next public meeting for Office for the Aging’s Advisory Council.

The meeting will be held at 10 AM at the Human Services Center, Canton 2nd Floor Conf. Room The public is welcome and encouraged to attend!

For more information, please call 315-386-4730.

Tips for Picking Healthy Food as You Get Older

Here are 6 tips to help you find the best foods for your body and your budget. 1. Know what a healthy plate looks like You might remember the food pyramid, but the USDA recently unveiled a simpler way to help people see what they should eat each day. It’s called MyPlate. The simple graphic shows exactly how the five food groups should stack up on your plate. These are the building blocks for a healthy diet. 2. Look for important nutrients Make sure you eat a variety of foods to get all the nutrients you need. Your plate should look like a rainbow—bright, colored foods are always the best choice! A healthy meal should include:

Lean protein (lean meats, seafood, eggs, beans)

Fruits and vegetables (think orange, red, green, and purple)

Whole grains (brown rice, whole wheat pasta)

Low-fat dairy (milk and its alternatives)

Remember to choose foods that are high in fiber and low in sodium or salt. Also, look for Vitamin D, an important mineral as we age. 3. Read the Nutrition Facts label The healthiest foods are whole foods. These are often found on the perimeter of the grocery store in the produce, meat, and dairy sections. When you do eat packaged foods, be a smart shopper! Read the labels to find items that are lower in fat, added sugars, and sodium. 4. Use recommended servings To maintain your weight, you must eat the right amount of food for your age and body. The American Heart Association provides recommended daily servings for adults aged 60+. 5. Stay hydrated Water is an important nutrient too! Don’t let yourself get dehydrated—drink small amounts of fluids consistently throughout the day. Tea, coffee, and water are your best choices. Keep fluids with sugar and salt at a minimum, unless your doctor has suggested otherwise. 6. Stretch your food budget Want to get the biggest nutritional bang for your buck? The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can help you afford healthy food when you need it. Over 4 million older Americans use SNAP to buy food, and the average senior receives $113 each month. Visit BenefitsCheckUp.org/getSNAP to see if the program can help you. Source: https://www.ncoa.org/resources/6-ways-to-eat-well-as-you-get-older

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Recipe Corner………..

Chicken Chili with Sweet Potatoes

Recipe By: David Bonom“Tons of spice, corn and bell pepper give this healthy one-pot chicken chili recipe Southwestern flair. Serve with your favorite hot sauce, tortilla chips and a cold beer.”

Ingredients: 2 tbs extra-virgin olive oil, 1 large onion (chopped), 3 cloves garlic (minced), 2 cups cubed sweet potato ( ½-inch), 1 medium green bell pepper (chopped), 2 tbs chili powder, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1(15-ounce can low-sodium cannellini beans) (rinsed), 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth or homemade chicken stock, 1 cup frozen corn, 2 cups cubed cooked chicken ( ½-inch; about 10 ounces), ¾ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground pepper, sour cream, avocado and/or cilantro for garnish Directions:

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, sweet potato and bell pepper; cook, stir-ring occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly softened (5 to 6 minutes). Stir in chili powder, cumin and oregano and cook, stirring, until fragrant (1 minute).

2. Add beans and broth (or stock) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, partially cover and simmer gently for 15 minutes.

3. Increase heat to medium-high and stir in corn; cook 1 minute. Add chicken and cook until heated through, (1 to 2 minutes more). Remove from heat. Stir in salt and pepper. Serve topped with sour cream, avocado and/or

cilantro, if desired. Source: EatingWell.com Nutrition information: Serving size: about 1½ cups Per serving: 324 calories; 10 g fat(2 g sat); 8 g fiber; 35 g carbohydrates; 26 g protein; 29 mcg folate; 48 mg cholesterol; 5 g sugars; 0 g added sugars; 8,680 IU vitamin A; 24 mg vitamin C; 86 mg calcium; 3 mg iron; 570 mg sodium; 793 mg potassium

HEAP Season 2018-2019

Questions regarding HEAP applications should be directed to:

DSS HEAP Unit at (315) 379-2297

The regular HEAP program runs 11/13 through *3/15/19.

Emergency HEAP program runs 1/2/18 through *3/15/19.

If you are 60 or older and didn’t get HEAP last heating season, you may call Office for the Aging at (315) 386-4730 and we will mail you an application (*tentative closing dates)

Clifton-Fine Senior Club’s “Oldest Senior Citizen” on the Dance Floor!

Clifton-Fine Senior Citizen Club is proud to announce its “Oldest Senior Citizen”, Pauline Bassette, who is 105 years young! Pauline is pictured on the dance floor October 7, 2018, attending the Fiddler’s Fling to benefit the Fine Fire Department.

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St. Lawrence County Council of Senior Citizens

Next Meeting: Thursday, January 10th at 10 am

(Coffee and Doughnuts served at 9:30 am) Location: Canton VFW 34 Gouverneur St., Canton

Call Brenda at 315-347-2572

for information about County Council.

Office for the Aging Home Care Program: If you are 60 or over and in need of home care

services, the Office for the Aging is accepting referrals for the Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly

Program (EISEP). This home care program assists elderly, fragile individuals to help maintain quality of

life at home. EISEP provides personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation

to County residents who are non-Medicaid eligible. Services provided may be on a cost-share basis

depending on income levels.

Contact: NY CONNECTS at (315) 386-4730

(EISEP is supported by the NYS Office for the Aging and St. Lawrence County)

1/1 Happy New Year!! All County Offices and Nutrition Sites are CLOSED

1/5 SLC Board of Legislator’s Meeting; 6 pm - 48 Court Street, Canton

1/11 County Council of Senior Citizens Meeting: 10 am, Canton VFW

1/21 Martin Luther King Jr. Day; All County Offices and Nutrition Sites are CLOSED

NO StateWide Senior Action Council Meeting January & February!

“St. Lawrence County

Office for the Aging”

St. Lawrence County Office for the Aging’s

OFFICE HOURS:

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Medicare Prevention Tip: Now is a good time to schedule your Medicare

covered annual wellness exam for 2019.