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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:

Cyber Seniors/

Volunteers Needed

1

Senior Clubs

Listing 2

News & Information/

Weather Related Closings/

NY Connects

3

SHINE Program 4

National Nutrition Month/

AARP Tax Help

5

Recipe/

Hospice March

Lunch and Learn

6

Menu 7

Calendar 8

March 2019

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR HOME DELIVERED MEALS!

St. Lawrence County Office for the Aging is in need of VOLUNTEERS to assist in delivering meals to the elderly residing in the Gouverneur, Canton, and DeKalb areas. Volun-

teers are needed Monday through Friday from 10:30AM - 12:00PM. Please consider donating even a few hours a week to help! Whatever time, one day a week or more, a VOLUNTEER is able to help, will be very much appreciated by homebound and isolated seniors who are in need of a hot meal!

Contact Danielle Durant to Volunteer: (315) 386-4730

Cyber Seniors

Free computer classes open to adults 60 & over!

St. Lawrence County Office for the Aging, in partnership with St. Lawrence University’s Community Based Learning Program, is offering FREE computer classes. The classes are being offered in I & II sessions, so registration will be for 2 classes to be sure topics are covered fully.

You must bring your own tablet or smartphone.

All classes will be held on Thursdays

from 2:30pm -4:00pm at the Canton BOCES computer lab.

SPRING 2019 COMPUTER CLASS TOPICS AND SCHEDULE:

Registration required and class size is limited.

To register contact: Christiana DeForge at (315) 386-4730

or email cdeforge@stlawco.org

Thursday, February 28th - Smartphones & Tablets I / Introduction Thursday, March 7th - Smartphones & Tablets II / Apps & Web Browsing Thursday, March 28th - Computers I Thursday, April 4th - Computers II Thursday, April 18th - Smartphones & Tablets I / Introduction Thursday, April 25th - Smartphones & Tablets II / Apps & Web Browsing

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St. Lawrence County Council of Senior Citizens

President: Brenda Sanderson / 315-347-2572

Meetings: 2nd Thursday/month @ 10 am

Location: Various locations throughout the year

Canton Senior Citizen Club

President: Myrtle Regan / 315-386-8917

Meetings: 1st Tuesday/month @ 1pm

Location: 35 Riverside Drive, Canton

Clifton-Fine Senior Club

President: Joyce Persons / 315-848-5811

Meetings: 3rd Tuesday/month; after lunch

Location: Nutrition Center/Clifton-Fine Comm. Ctr.

Colton-Pierrepont Seniors

President: Cyndy Hennessy / 315-262-2524

Meetings: 1st Tuesday/month @12 pm (potluck lunch)

Location: Colton Fire Station

DeKalb-Hermon Seniors

President: Maxine Bacon / 315-287-2873

Meetings: 2nd & 4th Wed./month @ 11:45 am

Location: DeKalb Nutrition Center

Gouverneur Senior Citizens

President: Joann Bitters / 315-921-1504

Meetings: 2nd Tuesday/month @ 12 pm

Location: Gouverneur Community Center

Massena Senior Citizens Club

President: Sylvia Despaw / 315-384-3155

Meetings: 2nd Wednesday/month @ 1:30 pm

Location: Massena Community Center

Norfolk Jolly Agers

President: Paulette Reid / 315-384-4312

Meetings: 3rd Wednesday/month @ 12 pm

Location: Community Hall, Raymondville

Norwood Golden Agers

President: Eva Conklin / 315-353-5080

Meetings: 4th Tuesday/month @ 1pm/lunch at 12 pm

Location: 1/2 Harrison St. (Sunday School Bldg.)

Parishville Hilltoppers

President: Barb McBurnie / 315-261-2980

Meetings: 2nd Tuesday/month @ 11 am/potluck@12pm

Location: Parishville Town Hall

Potsdam Debra Drive Seniors

President: Mary Wellings / 315-261-4761

Meetings: 3rd Thursday/month @ 12:30 pm

Location: Mayfield Apts. Community Room

Potsdam Sandstoners Senior Club

President: Candy Wright / 315-262-2642

Meetings: 1st Monday/month @ 1pm

Location: Midtown Apts. Lounge

Quad Town Senior Citizens

President: Wayne Williams / 315-265-8189

Meetings: 1st Tuesday/month @ 7 pm/potluck 6 pm

Location: LBSH, Brasher Falls

Seaway Valley Senior Club

President: Laura McGrath / 315-764-5804

Meetings: 2nd Tuesday/month @ 12 pm

Location: Alternates Madrid/Waddington/Louisville

AARP (American Association of Senior Citizens

President: Peg Walrich / 315-265-2127

Meetings: 3rd Tuesday/month @ 12 pm

(No meetings Jan., Feb., July or Aug.)

North Country StateWide Senior Action Council

President: Barb McBurnie / 315-261-2980

Meetings: 1st Thursday/month @ 10 am

Location: Lobster House, Norwood

(No meetings Jan., Feb., July or Aug.)

2019 St. Lawrence County Senior Clubs

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Senior Club & Council News/Events

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

Peter Pan & Friends on Ice, Ogdensburg—March 3rd

Searson at Pickens Hall, Heuvelton—March 9th

Spring Bazaar—37 Riverside Drive, Canton—April 6th

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

Boston Bus Trip: June 10-14, 2019

Nashville/Chattanooga TN Bus Trip—October 12—19

Parishville Hilltoppers: Contact Barb at (315) 261-2980 / No meetings or dance Jan.-Mar.

Gouverneur Senior Citizens: Contact Joanna at (315) 921-1504

7th Annual “Mystery Sale” at the Gouverneur Rec Center (corner of Clinton St. and Trinity Ave): Saturday, May 4th; 9 am-2pm/including silent auction, bake sale, 50/50 raffle, mystery bags, and more

Lilac Festival in Rochester May 15th

NY Connects in Your Community - March 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, March 6th Ogdensburg Nutrition Site/Centennial Terrace Monday, March 11th Morristown Nutrition Site/Fire Hall Thursday, March14th Massena Community Center, 61 Beach Street Monday, March 18th Gouverneur Cambray Courts, 68 West Main Street Wednesday, March 20th DeKalb Nutrition Site/Sunrise Valley Housing Friday, March 29th

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

Have fun and join us for a healthy walk. You’ll take a few minutes to learn

about a current health topic; then spend the rest of the hour enjoying a

healthy walk and conversation with a doc. It’s a great way to get out, get

active, and enjoy good conversation. Walk your own pace and distance.

See you there, and bring a friend to this free community event!

Location: March 30 at Gouverneur Fair Grounds

For questions please call: Brigette Sanderson 315-229-3404 BSanderson@stlawco.org

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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.

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

Morristown Nutrition Center: Morristown Fire Hall

200 Morris Street Morristown, NY 13664

Dates: Wednesdays in March Workshop 1: March 6th, 2019

Workshop 2: March 13th, 2019 Workshop 3: March 20th, 2019

Workshop 4: March 27th, 2019

Time: 10:30 AM

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.

Ogdensburg Nutrition Center: Centennial Terrace

Ogdensburg, NY 13669

Dates: Tuesdays in March Workshop 1: March 5th, 2019

Workshop 2: March 12th, 2019 Workshop 3: March 19th, 2019 Workshop 4: March 26th, 2019

Time: 10:30 AM

Pre-registration is encouraged. Call Cornell Cooperative Ext. of Franklin County: (518)483-6628

Gouverneur Nutrition Center: Gouverneur Community Center

4673 SH 58 Gouverneur, NY 13642

Dates: Thursdays in March Workshop 1: March 7th, 2019

Workshop 2: March 14th, 2019 Workshop 3: March 21st, 2019 Workshop 4: March 28th, 2019

Time: 11:00 AM

Pre-registration is encouraged. Call Cornell Cooperative Ext. of Franklin County: (518)483-6628

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Free Tax Help from AARP!

Free income tax preparation and electronic filing is offered in St. Lawrence County by the AARP Tax-Aide program. The service is available February 1st through April 15th in the following locations:

No appointment needed except at the Canton/Partridge Knoll location. Massena……..Mondays and Tuesdays: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM; Massena Community Ctr., 61 Beach St. Potsdam……..Tuesdays: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; Midtown Apts., Munson St. Canton……….Tuesdays: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; Knights of Columbus, Miner St. Ogdensburg...Thursdays: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; Rescue Squad Bldg. on Pickering St (old Hackett’s store) (tentative)

***Bring all documents showing income for 2018, plus last year’s tax return.***

For more info call AARP Tax-Aide, Sheryl Campbell, (315) 212-0450

March is National Nutrition Month

How can you bite into a healthy lifestyle? It’s Time to Mix Things Up!

It’s National Nutrition Month®! The theme this year is “Bite Into a Healthy Lifestyle.”

Feeling inspired but not sure where to start? Here are a few great ways to build a healthy lifestyle… Make Smart Choices. Do you know what’s really in your food? How many calories? How many nutrients? The

more you know, the wiser your decisions can be. If you’re shopping in the grocery store, look at the Nutrition Facts labels of foods before you put them in your cart. If you’re dining out, look up the menu online.

Eat and Drink Fewer Calories. Keep empty calories to a minimum and focus on foods like fresh fruits, fresh

vegetables, lean protein sources, low-fat dairy products, and whole grains. These are all keys to a healthful and balanced diet that’s rich in nutrients.

Remember to Exercise! When you exercise regularly, you reduce your risk of chronic diseases like diabetes and

heart disease while increasing your chances of sleeping better and living longer. Plus, physical activity can help you manage your weight. If you haven’t been exercising at all, talk with your doctor about ways to start slow. Go for a walk with a friend or try a beginner exercise class. If you start slowly and keep going, you’ll reap health benefits and reduce your risk of injury or burnout. Find ways to make exercise fun. Meet up with a friend, join a gym class, or find new places to explore. The possibilities are endless! What works for you?

Source:foodandhealth.com

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Recipe Corner……… Slow-Cooker "Corned Beef" & Cabbage

Recipe By: Hilary Meyer “This warming slow-cooker stew has all the flavors of corned beef and cabbage but with much less sodium, plus it's ready in half the time of traditional corned beef and cabbage. Rather than curing the beef in a salty brine for at least a day, we just throw the beef and veggies into a crock pot with pickling spice for that delicious briny flavor without the long soaking period.”

Ingredients: 2½ lbs boneless beef chuck roast (trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes), 2 tbs ground pickling spice, 1 tsp salt, 2 tbs extra-virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion (chopped), 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 4 large carrots (cut into

1-inch pieces), 1 pound baby potatoes (halved or quartered if large), ½ small head green cabbage (cored and cut into 1-inch

pieces), 2-3 tsps malt vinegar, 8 tbs chopped fresh parsley (divided), 8 tsp whole-grain mustard (divided) Directions:

Toss beef with pickling spice and salt in a medium bowl until well coated. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned on all sides (6 to 10 minutes). Add broth and bring to a simmer, stirring and scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan (4 to 5 minutes). Transfer to a 5-quart (or larger) slow cooker.

Stir carrots and potatoes into the beef. Cook on High for 3 hours or Low for 6 hours. Nestle cabbage among the beef and vegetables, cover and cook until the beef and vegetables are tender,

about 1 hour on High or 2 hours on Low. Stir in vinegar to taste. Garnish each serving with 1 tablespoon parsley and 1 teaspoon mustard.

Source:EatingWell.com Nutrition information :Serving size: 1¼ cups Per serving: 445 calories; 15 g fat(5 g sat); 4 g fiber; 19 g carbohydrates; 54 g protein; 42 mcg folate; 147 mg cholesterol; 6 g sugars; 0 g added sugars; 6,334 IU vitamin A; 46 mg vitamin C; 85 mg calcium; 5 mg iron; 559 mg sodium; 1,058 mg potassium

March Lunch and Learn

March 21st: The Art of Condolence

Following the death of his wife, David learned just how difficult it was for people to effectively express their condolences, often unintentionally saying things that were more hurtful then helpful. This workshop is intended to assist individuals in learning the right things to say (or not say) when trying to be supportive of someone experiencing grief.

Guest Speaker: Dr. David Hornung

For more information on our Lunch and Learns or to register for a workshop, contact Samantha Jones at (315)265-3105 or samj@hospiceslv.org

(Deadlines to register for a workshop are the day before the scheduled event)

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March Calendar Page 8 Mature Living

St. Lawrence County Council of Senior Citizens

Next Meeting: Thursday, March 14th at 10 am (Coffee and Doughnuts served at 9:30 am)

Location: DeKalb Nutrition Center Sunrise Valley Apts. 26 Josephine St. DeKalb Jct., NY

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)

3/4 SLC Board of Legislator’s Meeting: 6 pm, 48 Court Street, Canton

3/7 StateWide Senior Action Council Meeting

3/10 Daylight Savings Time- clocks are turned ahead 1 hour

3/14 St. Lawrence County Council of Senior Citizens Meeting

3/17 St. Patrick’s Day

3/20 1st Day of Spring!

“St. Lawrence County

Office for the Aging”

St. Lawrence County Office for the Aging’s

OFFICE HOURS:

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

North Country Chapter of Statewide Senior Action Council

Next Meeting: Thursday, March 7th at 10 am (Coffee at 9:30 AM)

Location: Lobster House, State Route 56, Norwood Guest Speaker: Cynthia Wells Outreach & Enrollment Coordinator/ Community Health Center of the North Country

Contact Barb at 315-261-2980 for more information.