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VOL. 37 • ISSUE 3�

Senior Borealis�

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE ANCHORAGE SENIOR CENTER IN MARCH 2020�

A Message from Gordon Glaser,�

Board President�

Dear Fellow members,�

How to save 600 calories a year, painlessly.�

Next �me you enter the Anchorage Senior Ac�vity

Center (ASAC) look up at our entrance roof skylight.

With a careful look, you can spot the translucent tarp covering the roof

to prevent leaking.�

We have a 37�year�old building with good bones. With appropriate

maintenance and repair it will last another 37 years. �

Bond Proposi�on #7 funds that roof repair, safety upgrades, code compliance and seismic modifica�ons for the Anchorage

Senior Ac�vity Center, and the Chugiak�Eagle River Senior Center, the Loussac and Mt. View Libraries and a bit more. �

The en�re bond is $5,375,000 with the Anchorage Senior Ac�vity Center slated for $ 2,750,000 , the largest single item.�

The es�mated cost of the bond is $1.20 per $100,000 of assessed taxable

property. A $300,000 house would cost an addi�onal $3.60 in property taxes a

year to re�re the bond.�

An ice cream cone contains about 600 calories and costs about four dollars. We

can maintain and upgrade our Senior Center or buy an ice cream cone.�

FYI if you find it difficult to choose, the center’s cafe sells ice cream at $1.25 per

scoop. You can have your Senior Center and ice cream too!�

Sim Shalom,�

Gordon Glaser�

Anchorage Senior Ac�vity Center Board President�

In This Issue:�

Recurring Weekly Calendar (page 9)�

Calendar of Major Events (page 10)�

Arc�c Rose Menu (page 11)�

Fitness Department Schedule with a

new Fitness Class (page 13 & 14)�

Health & Wellness (page 15)�

Medicare Informa�on (page 17)�

Nutri�on Educa�on with Amy (page 18)�

Fur Rondy Events List (page 22)�

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

(page 22)�

Free Manicures (page 23)�

Proposi�on 7 will pay for roof repairs, safety upgrades, code improvement projects, elevator repairs, ADA

compliance and seismic modifica�ons for the Anchorage Senior Ac�vity Center, Chugiak�Eagle River Senior

Center, the Loussac and Mountain View Libraries and more.�

VOTE�

March 8�

Last day to update voter registra�on�

BY MAIL�

March 17�

Vote by mail begins�

2020�

March 30�

Accessible vote center opens�

�

April 7�

Last day to vote�

Full vo�ng informa�on and ballot proposi�ons at www.muni.org or by calling 243�VOTE (8683)�

Pg. 2 | Anchorage Senior Center�

INFORMATION�

Main Number 770�2000�

DIRECTORY:�

Front Desk��770�2000�

Execu�ve Director�

Rebecca Parker��770�2001�

Finance/Administra�on Director�

Stephanie Rose��770�2005�

Accoun�ng Office Cashier��770�2004�

Art Room��770�2066�

Benefit Enrollment Center�

Appointment Line��770�2015�

Borealis Newsle%er�

Julie McFarland��770�2009�

Catering/Room Rental�

Stephanie Rose��770�2005�

Cra& Room��770�2055�

Fitness Manager�

Bri(ney Mitchell��770�2037�

Gi& Shop��770�2018�

Gi& Shop Manager�

Nancy Mercer��770�2031�

Wellness & Programs Director�

Patrick Cur-s��770�2025�

Library��770�2053�

Medicare Informa�on Office�

Nila Morgan��770�2070�

Medicare Fax��770�2075�

Membership Coordinator�

Julie McFarland��770�2009�

Nutri�on Coach ��770�2010�

Opera�ons Supervisor�

Don Heflin��770�2003�

Volunteer Coordinator�

Linda Jaco��770�2032�

Center Hours:�

(No unauthorized access before 8 AM or

a&er closing)�

Monday� 8 am � 5 pm�

Tuesday� 8 am � 8 pm�

Wednesday� 8 am � 5 pm�

Thursday� 8 am � 8 pm�

Friday� 8 am � 5 pm�

Saturday (Fitness Only)� 9 am�2 pm�

Sunday � Closed�

Dear New and Rejoining Members,�

Welcome and please join us for many events and ac-vi-es. Socializa-on is

a major part of our programs�connec-ng our members! Welcome new

and rejoining members:�

Again, welcome and please enjoy your Center and all it has to offer you!

� ~Becky Parker, Execu-ve Director�

Bold are Life-me Members�

If you have ques-ons about your membership or the Center, contact Julie

McFarland, Membership Coordinator, at 770�2009 or email

[email protected].�

Day of Remembrance is

coming in May to celebrate

and remember members who

have passed in the last year. �

More details to come in the April

edi-on of the Senior Borealis.�

A Celebraon of Life for Vicky

Ruth Proudfoot will be held on

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

at the Anchorage Senior

Acvity Center. �

A celebraon of life for

Carmen Longoria is planned

for Wednesday, April 1, 2020

during Social Hour.�

Daniel Amos�

Louis Barclay�

Cheryl Barger�

William Brownfield�

Ardene and Perry Eaton�

Erieann Fisher�

Linda Fode�

Carmen Garcia�

Michael Germany�

Phyllis Gervell�

Hong Hahn�

Jan Hennequin�

Donata Hisola�

Alice Horsley�

Herbert Howard�

Corrine Jacobson�

Rebecca Lukwago�

Rhea McMurdock�

Joseph Morgan�

Dionnah Rickman�

Joseph Saucier Jr�

Thomas Smythe�

Be(y Soule�

Tessie Taylor�

Barbara Ulrich�

Linda Walker�

Ellen Wells�

Pamela Williams�

Carla and Randall Wolf�

Kerrie and John Yeafoli �

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES FOR ASAC MEMBERS�

ANCHOR�AGE SASSIES RED HATTERS�

Usually the 3

rd

Monday of the month at 11 AM.

Red Ha�ers will meet on Fourth Monday of March. It is

March 23

rd

.�

The theme for this month is March into Spring! Part of

Springing is plan#ng! Part of plan#ng is flowers and

seeds…..HMMMMM, what fun we will� be having at our

March mee#ng. Don’t miss it! Nice take home item and

three door prizes!! Bring a friend.�

Don’t forget to sign up at the Front Desk or by calling Mary

Wolcoff at (907) 360�5384. New members will get a gi/

for a�ending. �

Con#nued on Page 4�

ASAC ART ROOM�

Memoir Wri)ng Group: Tues, 10 AM�

Acrylic, Oil & Pastel: Tues, 1 PM�

Living History Wri)ng: Wed, 10 AM�

Watercolor: Wed, 1 PM�

Knot Tyers & Cra6 ‘N Chat: Thurs, 6 PM to 8 PM�

Zen Art: Fri, 10:15 AM to 12:15 PM�

Mixed Media: Fri, 1 PM�

Stop by and say “Hi” during any art class except Zen Art.�

ASAC BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR MEMBERS�

Members with birthdays in Feb & Mar are

invited to the ASAC Birthday Party

celebrated on Fri, March 27

th

at 7 PM. �

The birthday parties are provided free of

charge for ASAC Members thanks to the volunteer efforts

of Judy Weimer and her Girl Scouts. �

Happy Birthday from everyone at ASAC!�

OPEN FORUM & ASAC ADVISORY COUNCIL�

Join us for the next ASAC Advisory Council Meeting on

Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at 10 AM and the next Open

Forum is scheduled for Wednesday, May 20

th

at 1:30 PM to

share comments, discuss issues and hear from the ASAC

Board of Directors and Advisory Council.�

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PROGRAMS AND SERVICES FOR ASAC MEMBERS�

LIBRARY�

March 2

nd

is "Read Across America Dr. Seuss Day"�

Celebrate Dr. Seuss this month with a visit to the Senior

Center Library where you'll find assorted magazines and

periodicals, books to check out and a table puzzle. Hours

are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday.�

The Library Commi.ee meets on the 3

rd

Wednesday of

every month at 11:00 AM. The next mee4ng is March 15.�

We welcome your dona4ons and accept clean books,

puzzles, games, CD's, DVD's, and videos. Drop off (boxes

preferred) during ASAC hours.�

Friendly reminder of the upcoming Spring Book Sale on

April 25�28, 2020�

~ Janice Gullickson, Library Volunteer�

EVOLVED THINKING�

Tuesdays from 11 AM to 12 PM�

Join Sally Robertson and her guests for this

free weekly workshop on Tuesdays to discover

new ways of thinking for a happier, healthier life!�

Spend a couple of hours every week with us as

we sing those wonderful songs from yesteryear.

Enjoy old favorites! Whisk away the blues Tuesdays from �

1 PM to 3:15 PM from Sept to May!�

ASAC CHORUS�

Meets every Wednesday at 10 AM in the Art Room. Call

770�2066 for more information.�

Join us for the love of wri4ng and the joy of sharing stories

about our life experiences.�

LIVING HISTORY WRITERS�

MEMOIR WRITING�

We meet every Tuesday in the Art Room at 10 AM Sept

through May. Call 770�2066 for more information.�

Open to members interested in writing their personal

memoirs. Get started on your journey! A wonderful gift to

hand down to children and grandchildren! No prior writing

experience is needed.�

Con4nued from Page 3�

Hours: Open Tue, Wed & Fri 9 AM un4l 1:30 PM. Closed

Mon & Thu. CraF Commi.ee meets on the 1

st

Tuesday of

the month at 10 AM. Call 770�2055 for more informa4on.�

Join us for our �

Spring Fabric Sale�

April 25 through 27�

CRAFT & QUILT ROOM�

Programs and Services Informa4on Con4nued on page 5 �

Computers are available for members during

normal business hours. Browse the Internet,

type a document or play a game! �

Please be courteous and remember this is a “Quiet Zone”.�

*For your security and the convenience of others, please

remember to sign out of your emails and websites before

leaving the computer.�

*The Computer Lab printer is only for printing one or two

sheets at a time. Please do not print more than 3 pages.�

�

iPhone class (Beginning March 17th) flyer on bottom of

page 22.�

COMPUTER LAB�

3

rd

Thursday Monthly from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM with UAA

Adjunct Dance Professor Sco. Myers. Free. Sign up at the

Front Desk.�

In March, we will have this class on Thursday, March 5th &

19th to make up for the February class cancela4on.�

GROUP LINE DANCE LESSONS�

Free lessons in billiards/pool for fun non�

compe44ve sessions. Please call Sharon at

868�3347 for more informa4on. You will learn the basics

and have a great 4me.�

LADIE’S BILLIARDS/POOL LESSONS�

Free movie ma4nee for members from 1:30 �3 PM on

Monday and Friday. (movies subject to change)�

MOVIE MATINEE�

Mon, Mar 02� McFarland USA�

Fri, Mar 06� LaLaLand (2016) PG�13�

Mon, Mar 09� All My Heart (2015) G�

Fri, Mar 13� Central Intelligence (2016) PG�13�

Mon, Mar 16� Darby o'Gill and the Li.le People (1959) G�

Fri, Mar 20� Ghost (1990) PG�13�

Mon, Mar 23� The Versace Murder (1998) unrated�

Fri, Mar 27� Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) PG�13�

Mon, Mar 30� Peppermint�

Anchorage Senior Center | Pg. 5 �

A sewing group that usually meets the 1

st

Saturday of each

month at ASAC. ASAC are welcome to attend. Members of

Anchorage Senior Ac�vity Center are welcome to a!end.

We will not meet in March due to other events. See you on

April 4

th

!�

For details, contact Ada Gleason at 244�9614.�

ALASKA SEWLUTIONS GUILD�

AARP SOURDOUGH CHAPTER�

Do you know what your local chapter of AARP is all about?

Here’s your chance to find out! Potluck is the 2

nd

Thu

monthly from 6 PM�9 PM (except August). .�

ANCHORAGE LIONS CLUB�

Meets every Wed from Noon�1 PM. Guests welcome.�

1

st

Tuesday of the month from 10 AM to 11 AM.�

See adver�sement in this edi�on of the Senior Borealis!�

ACCURATE HEARING:�

3

rd

Tuesday monthly 2 PM to 4 PM�

An opportunity to meet privately with an A!orney for

general legal advice.�

~By appointment only by calling 770�2009.�

ALASKA LEGAL SERVICES:�

AGING & DISABILITY

RESOURCE CENTER (ADRC)�

Connec�ng seniors, people with disabili�es, and caregivers

with long�term services and support of their choice. The

ADRC network serves Alaskans statewide, regardless of age

or income level, through regional sites. Your one�stop�

shop for informa�on! At ASAC the 1

st

& 3

rd

Wed of each

month. �

~For more informa�on, call 343�7770, �

Search for ADRC Anchorage or click here�

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AT ASAC OPEN TO EVERYONE�

ASAC BINGO�

Grab a friend to come and play with us! It’s fun,

cheap and you make good friends. �

The Bingo Potluck is the 1

st

Thursday at 5:30 PM. Bring a

dish to share! Bingo starts at 6 PM every Thu except

holidays. We play for fun but the three door prizes and

the Bingo Cash are nice too! Cards are only 25¢ a card, 5

cards for $1 (per game). Must be 18 years or older to play. �

Programs and Services Informa�on Con�nued on page 6 �

7 THREATS TO ESTATE PLANNING�

Free Estate Planning Workshop with Connie Aschenbrenner�

Call 334�9200 for more information or to reserve your seat!�

(See Connie’s ad in this edition for more information)�

All classes require pre�registration.�

AARP Members $15 Non�AARP members $20�

You must attend both days per session to get credit for

taking the 8�hour class.�

2020 Dates:�

8 Hour Classes�

May 12 & 13, Aug 11 & 12, Dec 8 & 9�

4 Hour Refresher Classes�

Mar 11, Sept 9 & Nov 18�

To verify dates and make your reservation 770�2009.�

AARP DRIVER SAFETY CLASSES�

Programs and Services Informa�on Con�nued from Pg 4�

3

rd

Wed monthly 11 AM to Noon. Support Group for

people with chronic lung disease, their families and friends. �

Open to the Public! �

~American Lung Associa�on, 644�6416�

BETTER BREATHERS�

A lively weekly luncheon meeting where knowledgeable

speakers and panelists discuss interesting (sometimes

controversial) topics. All points of view are respectfully

welcome every Thu at Noon.�

THE BARTLETT CLUB�

Do you coordinate or lead a program at ASAC?�

We want to hear from you!�

Send informa�on about your program or service to

[email protected]!�

BENTON BAY LIONS CLUB�

Meets the 1

st

& 3

rd

Wed from Noon�1 PM. Guests

welcome.�

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES OPEN TO THE PUBLIC�

Programs and Services Con�nued on page 7�

Games are played in the back lobby and open to the public.�

Canasta: Mon, 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM�

Cribbage: Mon, Noon to 3 PM�

Bridge Lessons: Tue, 11 AM to 1 PM�

Bridge Game: Tue, Noon to 3 PM�

Scrabble: Wed, 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM�

Mahjong: Thu, 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM�

Pinochle: Thu, 1 PM to 4 PM�

Dominoes Mexican Train: Fri, 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM�

Hand and Foot: Fri, Noon to 5 PM�

GAMES�

CSFP Program: 10 AM to Noon � �

You must be pre�registered. �

This month’s distribu�on will be Mon, March 9

th

. �

Call Patrick Cur's at 770�2025 for more informa�on.�

This facility and the USDA are equal opportunity providers.�

FOOD BOXES�Senior Food Box Distribu�on�

Con�nued from page 5�

BRAIN GAMES�

Test your percep�on in a fun exercise with pre�designed

word challenges on the 2

nd

Wed monthly from �

12:30 PM�1:15 PM. �

Cra��N�Chat�

Bring your craGing projects on Thursday evenings

from 6 PM�8 PM in the Art Room to connect,

socialize and share your craGing ideas and hobbies with

others.�

ACTING UP Drama Group�

Be part of the relaunch of the ASAC’s acclaimed theatre

troupe. No experience necessary. Learn basic ac�ng skills,

build (or show off) your confidence every Wednesday from

2:30 PM to 4 PM at the Anchorage Senior Ac�vity Center.

For more informa�on, contact Patrick Cur�s at 770�2025.�

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RPEA�

Re�red Public Employees Associa�on Southcentral Chapter �

RPEA Luncheon will be on Tue, Mar 10, 2020.�

MT MCKINLEY LIONS CLUB�

We meet the 1

st

& 3

rd

Thu each month from 12 PM�1 PM.

Guests welcome to come see what the Mt. McKinley Lions

are all about!�

Na�onal Ac�ve and Re�red Federal Employees Chapter

#1779 usually meets the 1

st

Thu each month Sept�May.

from 6:30 PM to 8 PM. For info and to confirm mee-ng

dates, please call (907) 344�0034.�

NARFE�

A senior group called “The Golden Buzzards” meets for

lunch and conversation the 1

st

Tue of each month from

Sept through May at the noon hour. We invite any and all

seniors to join us at this event. You can buy lunch through

the Arctic Rose Café.�

GOLDEN BUZZARDS�

Specializing in diabe-c nail care, Basia offers pedicures and

manicures on the 1

st

Tue and usually the Last Tue of each

month at the Anchorage Senior Ac-vity Center. �

Please make your appointment and verify dates by calling

770�2009.�

NAIL CARE BY BASIA�

THERAPUTIC MASSAGE�

Master Masseuse Tim Chinn is available for therapeu-c

massage by appointment. Pre�registra-on and fee

associated by calling 770�2035.�

GIFT SHOP�

Fur Rondy Pins and Memorabilia Available for

Sale at the Gi� Shop �

We also have handmade items, jewelry, personal care

items, and trinkets galore!�

Monday through Friday between 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM�

Con-nued from page 6�

SOCIAL HOUR�

Held in the Ballroom every Wed from 1:30 PM�3 PM.

Members enjoy music, refreshments, presenta-ons and

announcements about upcoming events at ASAC and a light

lunch. Suggested dona-on of $2 greatly appreciated.�

Best of all, meet and greet new members!!�

HAIRCUTS�

Make an appointment for a haircut with DeAnn

the 1

st

Thu of each month from 9 AM to 12 PM

by calling 770�2009. $5 for members.�

Fridays at 9 AM We are looking for new members for this

group. A time to discuss current topics with friends. New

participants and opinions are always welcome! �

SENIOR RAP�

Renown speaker and author Deborah Faithrose will teach

you how to tap into your own awareness to enhance your

life with a free workshop on the 4

th

Fri monthly from�

2:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Join us for the next session on �

Fri, Mar 27

th

(no class in December)�

SELF�HYPNOSIS FOR A BETTER LIFE�

Tue & Thu from 11 AM to 1 PM �

Have a question about your travel plans? Thinking about

going on a vacation or cruise? Stop by the Travel Desk in

the main lobby and talk to Scott!�

TRAVEL SERVICES, INC�

Every Fri at 10 AM Challenge your mind by

sharing a wide array of opinions and

discussions. Everyone is invited to attend this

gathering that brings together people from a wide array of

walks of life and experiences for discussions by inquisitive,

open, curious, and playful bunch of philosophers.�

SOCRATES CAFÉ�

MEMORY CAFÉ �

A Memory Cafe offers an opportunity for persons living

with demen-a and their care partners to engage in much

needed socializa-on and enjoy the company of others who

are on the same journey. 2

nd

Thu monthly from 1 PM�

2:30 PM. (March 12)�

~Ann Farris, 561�3313�

Usually the 4

th

Wed of the Month from 1230 to

1330 (12:30 PM to 1:30 PM). Open to ALL

veterans and spouses. Contact Kipp D. Keller, SGM(Ret),

USA at [email protected] or call 907�250�4528�

for more information.�

SENIOR VETERANS GROUP�


MEMBERSHIP NEWS�

JULIE MCFARLAND, MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR�

(907) 770�2009 | [email protected]�

Memberships are available for anyone 18 years and older.�

�

Dues are $75 per year for one person, $135 for two at the same mailing address. Members fiLy (50) years and older have

the right to vote in our annual Board of Directors elec-on, run for the Board and help make policies and procedures.

Annual memberships for $15 are available to those with proof of income being less than $20,280 annually.�

�

Fitness Department Memberships are an addi-onal $40 per month per person or $15 for pre�qualified members. See

BriMney Mitchell, Fitness Manager, or Heidi Sheldon, Fitness Assistant, for details.�

�

Have a Queson about your Membership?�

Has your address changed?�

Not ge�ng your newsle�er?�

Lost your membership keycard?�

Contact me at 770�2009 or by email to [email protected]�

�

My office hours are Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 5 PM�

�

The Membership & Outreach CommiMee’s next mee-ng will be on Wednesday, March 11, 2019 at 1:30 PM. �

You are welcome to aMend!�

We all need help so come to �

Tech Tuesday�

for assistance with all things tech! �

Do you know how to work your smart

phone? �

Do you know what it can do? �

Having trouble with your laptop or tablet?�

Come learn how to make it behave between

3:30PM and 5PM on Tuesday, March 10

th

or

Tuesday, March 24

th

to get help�

Anchorage Senior Ac-vity Center�

and the ASAC Fitness Department�

1300 E 19th Ave�

Anchorage, AK 99501�

Call 770�2004 or go to Www.anchorageseniorcenter.org�

RECURRING WEEKLY EVENTS & PROGRAMS�

(For special or monthly events, please see calendar on page 10)�

Monday through Friday� 2 PM�4 PM� Therapeu�c Massage & Fitness Training±�

Sunday� Monday� Tuesday� Wednesday �

11 AM� Good Samaritan� 9 AM� AARP Tax Aide� 10 AM� Memoir Wri�ng Group�10 AM� Living History �

� Korean Church� 10 AM� OLE SIG Art Class� 11 AM� Bible Study with Sandy� � Wri�ng Group�

11 AM� Jesus Holy Temple� 12 PM� Cribbage� 11 AM� Bridge Lessons� 11 AM� Anchorage Lions�

11 AM� Present Hope� 12:30 PM� Canasta� 11 AM� Evolved Thinking� � Club�

� Church� 1:30 PM� Movie Ma�nee� 11 AM� Travel Services, Inc.� 12:30 PM� Scrabble�

2 PM� Tabernacle of Mercy� � � 12 PM� Bridge Game� 1 PM� Watercolors�

4 PM� Church Service� � � 1 PM� Acrylics, Oils & Pastels� 1:30 PM� Social Hour�

� � � � 1 PM� ASAC Chorus� � �

� � � � 6:30 PM� Bible Basics� � �

Thursday� Friday� Saturday�

9 AM� AARP Tax Aide� 10:15 AM�Zen Art*� � �

11 AM� Bible Study with Sandy� 12 PM� Dominoes�Mexican Train� 11 AM� Korean Computer Class�

12 PM� Mahjong 1 PM Pinochle� 12 PM� Hand N Foot Card Game� � �

5 PM� Ladies Billiards Group� 1 PM� Korean Educa�on Class � � �

6 PM� Bingo� 1:30 PM� Movie Ma�nee� � �

6 PM� Knot Tyers & Cra4 N Chat� � � � �

6:30 PM� Present Hope Bible Study� � � � �

7 PM� Greatland Toastmasters Club� � � � �

This calendar is for planning

purposes only. Please call to

confirm dates and �mes.�

Key:�

* One��me Fee Associated�

± Pre�registra�on and fee associated

by calling 770�2035�

See Page 13 for Complete Fitness Schedule�

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CALENDAR OF MAJOR EVENTS AND PROGRAMS FOR MARCH 2020 �


This calendar is for planning purposes only.�

Please call 907�770�2000 to verify before making a

special trip. Events and programs are added o�en. �

± means fee associated�

* � means pre�registra"on required to 770�2009�

** �means pre�registra"on required to 770�2000�

Sun 03/01/20� 8:00 AM� Fur Rondy Judged Art Show�

Sun 03/01/20� 10:00 AM� Fur Rondy Stamp Show�

Mon 03/02/20� 8:00 AM� Fur Rondy Judged Art Show�

Mon 03/02/20� 10:00 AM� Fur Rondy Scale Model Show�

Tue 03/03/20� 8:00 AM� Fur Rondy Judged Art Show�

Tue 03/03/20� 10:00 AM� Craft Room Committee Mtg�

Tue 03/03/20� 10:00 AM� Fur Rondy Scale Model Show�

Tue 03/03/20� 11:30 AM� Benton Bay Lions Club Mtg�

Tue 03/03/20� 12:00 PM� Golden Buzzards�

Tue 03/03/20� 5:30 PM� SAGE Mtg�

Wed 03/04/20� 8:00 AM� Fur Rondy Judged Art Show�

Wed 03/04/20� 10:00 AM� Fur Rondy Scale Model Show�

Wed 03/04/20� 11:00 AM� Fitness Members Party�

Wed 03/04/20� 11:30 AM� ADRC Information Table�

Wed 03/04/20� 1:00 PM� Facilities Committee Mtg�

Thu 03/05/20� 8:00 AM� Fur Rondy Judged Art Show�

Thu 03/05/20� 9:00 AM� Haircuts with DeAnn± *�

Thu 03/05/20� 10:00 AM� Fur Rondy Scale Model Show�

Thu 03/05/20� 12:00 PM� Mt McKinley Lions Club�

Thu 03/05/20� 2:30 PM� Group Line Dance Lessons�

Thu 03/05/20� 5:30 PM� Bingo Potluck�

Fri 03/06/20� 8:00 AM� Fur Rondy Judged Art Show�

Fri 03/06/20� 10:00 AM� Fur Rondy Scale Model Show�

Fri 03/06/20� 10:15 AM� Van Trip to Snow Sculptures &

Ulu Factory�

Fri 03/06/20� 2:00 PM� Art Show Artist Reception�

Sat 03/07/20� 10:00 AM� Fur Rondy Judged Art Show�

Sat 03/07/20� 10:00 AM� Fur Rondy Scale Model Show�

Sun 03/08/20� 10:00 AM� Fur Rondy Judged Art Show�

Sun 03/08/20� 10:00 AM� Fur Rondy Scale Model Show�

Mon 03/09/20� 10:00 AM� Food Boxes � CSFP�

Tue 03/10/20� 11:00 AM� RPEA Quarterly Mtg�

Tue 03/10/20� 2:00 PM� Fitness Committee Mtg�

Tue 03/10/20� 3:30 PM� Tech Tuesday�

Tue 03/10/20� 6:30 PM� Age Smart�Let’s Talk�

Wed 03/11/20� 10:00 AM� ASAC Board Mtg�

Wed 03/11/20� 12:00 PM� AARP Driver Safety 4 Hr

Refresher± *�

Wed 03/11/20� 1:30 PM� ASAC Membership Comm. Mtg�

Thu 03/12/20� 10:00 AM� How to Read Your Medicare

Summary Notice�

Thu 03/12/20� 1:00 PM� Memory Cafe�

Thu 03/12/20� 6:00 PM� AARP Sourdough Ch. Potluck�

Fri 03/13/20� 11:00 AM� Nutrition Education with Amy�

Tue 03/17/20� 11:30 AM� Benton Bay Lions Club Mtg�

Tue 03/17/20� 11:30 AM� iPhone Class Pt 1± **�

Tue 03/17/20� 1:00 PM� Scratch Board Class±�

Tue 03/17/20� 2:00 PM� Alaska Legal Services*�

Tue 03/17/20� 5:00 PM� St Patrick's Day Dance�

Wed 03/18/20� 11:00 AM� Better Breather's Club�

Wed 03/18/20� 11:00 AM� Library Committee Mtg�

Wed 03/18/20� 11:30 AM� ADRC Information Table�

Wed 03/18/20� 11:30 AM� King Tech High School

Manicures�

Wed 03/18/20� 12:00 PM� Celebration of Life for Vicky

Proudfoot�

Wed 03/18/20� 12:00 PM� Fitness Class�GAIT�

Thu 03/19/20� 10:30 AM� OPAG Older Persons Action

Group Board Mtg�

Thu 03/19/20� 11:30 AM� Mt McKinley Lions Club�

Thu 03/19/20� 12:00 PM� Annual Bartlett Business Mtg�

Thu 03/19/20� 2:30 PM� Group Line Dance Lessons�

Fri 03/20/20� 8:00 AM� ADN Job Fair�

Tue 03/24/20� 3:30 PM� Tech Tuesdays�

Tue 03/24/20� 6:00 PM� Estate Planning 101�

Mon 03/23/20� 11:00 AM� Anchor�Age Sassies Red Hat

Luncheon�

Wed 03/25/20� 8:00 AM� AK Health Fair�

Wed 03/25/20� 9:30 AM� MOA Senior Advisory

Commission�

Wed 03/25/20� 12:30 PM� ASAC Senior Veterans Group�

Thu 03/26/20� 9:30 AM� Estate Planning 101�

Fri 03/27/20� 11:00 AM� Nutrition Education with Amy�

Fri 03/27/20� 1:00 PM� Adult CPR, AED and Choking

Training± *�

Fri 03/27/20� 2:30 PM� Self�Hypnosis for a Better Life�

Fri 03/27/20� 7:00 PM� ASAC Birthday Party�

Tue 03/31/20� 11:00 AM� iPhone Class Pt 2± **�

Anchorage Senior Center | Pg. 11�

Arctic Rose Restaurant February 2020 Menu�

A variety of healthy choices are also available on our regular daily menu!�

Open to the public Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 2 PM.�

Breakfast is served 9 AM to 2 PM, Lunch from 11 AM to 2 PM.�

Current ASAC members, as for your discount.�

MONDAY� TUESDAY� WEDNESDAY�

THURSDAY� FRIDAY�

2� 3� 4� 5� 6�

Sausage*, Egg and

Cheese Muffin�

Salmon or Chicken

Caesar Salad and

Bread S�ck�

Beef Macaroni and

Green Beans�

Chicken BBQ

Sandwich, French

Fries and Coleslaw�

Chef’s Choice�

9� 10� 11� 12� 13�

Biscuits and Gravy

with Two Eggs�

Chicken or Beef

Taco Salad�

Spinach Artichoke

Ciabatta Sandwich

with Coleslaw�

Shrimp Jambalaya,

Corn Bread Muffin

and Salad�

Chef’s Choice�

16� 17� 18� 19� 20�

Reindeer Sausage

with two eggs and

Home Fries�

Corned Beef and

Cabbage�

Chicken Pasta

Primavera with

Bread Sticks�

Salisbury Steak,

Mashed Potatoes

and Green Beans�

Chef’s Choice�

23� 24� 25� 26� 27�

French Toast with two

eggs and Sausage*�

Roasted Chicken

with Potatoes and

Green Beans�

Spaghetti with

Meatballs and �

Salad Bar�

Orange Chicken

Fried Rice with Stir

Fry Vegetables and

an Egg Roll�

Chef’s Choice�

30� 31� � � �

Strawberry Waffles

with Bacon*�

Hot Turkey

Sandwich with

Mashed Potatoes

and Gravy�

* May Contain Pork�

�

To host your special event at the�

Anchorage Senior Activity Center�

Contact �

Stephanie Rose �

at �

[email protected]

or (907) 770�2005�

VOLUNTEER NEWS�

LINDA JACO, VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR�

907�770�2032 | [email protected]�

Bingo Callers Needed

Volunteer to be a Bingo Caller! We are in

need of subs�tute callers. Call Linda at

770�2032 if you are interested.�

FUR RONDY SNOW SCULPTURES TRIP,

Visit the ULU FACTORY, and have LUNCH

FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2020

10:30AM-2:00PM

Sign-up at Front Desk

For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com Anchorage Senior Activity Center, Anchorage, AK D 4C 05-1128

A quote to think about: �

“A li�le progress each day can add up to big changes.” � Unknown�

When we dive into the above quote from a fitness prospec"ve, we can do the body good by adding a li�le bit of

movement to the body. Even just 5 � 15 minutes of something into your ac"ve daily lifestyle rou"ne. Whether

that is ge(ng up during commercial breaks or at the end of a chapter of a good book and take a lap around the

house, walking up and down the stairs an extra "me for good measure, or simply coming to ASAC and jumping

on one of the tandem bikes for your desired length of "me. We o,en look at being healthy as spending hours in

the gym, or having to li, heavy weights in order to

accomplish our goals, whatever they may be. In reality,

that can be overwhelming not just to our lifestyle but

our bodies as well. �

The next "me you are having a hard "me being ac"ve

say, “well, I just need 5 right now” some"mes that light

and short movement can get your body working to feel

be�er, warmer, manage an ache or pain to help you feel

be�er to workout longer. And if not, that small amount

of movement was something and definitely counts

towards your movement goal and exercise goals or even

to help maintain the body’s strength, balance, and

(Fitness News is con nued at the bo�om of page 14)�

Thu �

8:30�9:10�

Advanced Weight Training�

9:10�9:40� Neuromuscular Training�

9:45�10:15� Stomach & Core Pilates�

10:15�11:00� Yoga�

11:10�11:40� Intermediate Tai Chi�

12:00�12:55� Dance Cardio�

12:00�12:30� Tabata Workout for Heart Health�

1:30�2:00� Beginning Tai Chi for Fall Preven+on�

2:00�2:30� Beginning Tai Chi�

4:00�5:15� YOGA for Balance�

Fri �

8:30�9: 30� Nordic Pole Walking for Balance�

9:30�10:15� Barre Above! Class�

10:20�11:10� Chair Exercise�

11:15�12:00� Chair Yoga�

12:00�1:00� YMCA Aqua Aerobics�

12:15�1:30� Prime Time Dancers�


FITNESS DEPARTMENT�

BRITTNEY MITCHELL, FITNESS MANAGER�

PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER�


HEIDI SHELDON, FITNESS ASSISTANT�

PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINER & NUTRITION COACH�


Mon�

8:30�9: 30�

Nordic Pole Walking for Balance�

9:30�10:15�

Dance Cardio�

10:20�11:10�

Chair Exercise�

11:15�12:00�

Chair Yoga and Medita+on�

12:00�1:00�

YMCA Aqua Aerobics for Arthritis�

12:05�12:45�

Intro to Middle Eastern Dance**�

1:15�2:00�


1:30�2:00�

Tai Chi for Bad Backs�

Tue�

8:30�9:10�

Advanced Weight Training�

9:10�9:40�

Neuromuscular Training�

9:45�10:15�

Stomach & Core Pilates�

10:15�11:00�

Yoga for Balance�

11:10�11:40�

Intermediate Tai Chi�

12:00�12:55�

Dance Cardio�

12:00�12:30�

Tabata Workout for Heart Health�

1:30�2:00�

Tai Chi for Fall Prevention�

2:00�2:30�

Beginning Tai Chi for Fall Preven+on�

4:00�5:15�

YOGA for Balance�

Wed�

8:30�9: 30�


9:30�10:15�

Zumba�

10:20�11:10�

Chair Exercise�

11:15�12:00�

Chair Yoga and Medita+on�

12:00�1:00�

YMCA Aqua Aerobics for Arthritis�

12:15�1:30�

Prime Time Dancers�

1:15�2:00�


1:30�2:00�

Tai Chi for Bad Backs�

11:00�12:00�

Weight Room Orientation�

Sat�

9:30�10:15� Zumba�

10:30�11:00� Tai Chi Qi gong�

11:00�11:30� Tai Chi 24 Forms�

11:30�12:30� Vision and Balance Drills�

12:00�1:00� Circuit Workout�

12:00�12:30� Tabata Workout for Heart Health�

1:15�1:45� Nordic Pole Walking for Balance�

** every Monday except 2nd Tuesday begins at 12 PM�


flexibility. The next �me you say “Oh darn, I don’t want to work out.” Remember, a li�le bit goes a long way! �

WHAT IS GAIT? And how does it affect our posture? Human gait refers to locomo�on achieved through the

movement of human limbs. Human gait is defined as bipedal, biphasic forward propulsion of center of gravity

of the human body, in which there are alternate sinuous movements of different segments of the body with

least expenditure of energy. More informa�on can be found on Wikipedia.�

Join Heidi, Cer�fied Personal Trainer, Wednesday, March 18

th

for this informa�ve talk. (Free for Paid Fitness

Members. Time and Room TBD see the Fitness Staff for more info).�

�

Congratula"ons Heidi!�

We want to congratulate Heidi for running her first Half Marathon for ALS on Super

Bowl Sunday, February 2

nd

, 2020, in Sunny California. Why would Heidi want to run

this half marathon, 13.1 miles? The challenge to see if her body could do it of

course! It wasn't un�l Heidi started raising funds for ALS with The Alaska Club that

she found out her grandmother had had ALS. Heidi knew her grandmother had

been sick. Heidi and her brother were in Salem, MA, with their mom, when their

grandma passed away; the same day when oxygen was going to be delivered.

Heidi’s mom said it was a blessing that she passed away within six months of being

diagnosed with ALS. Heidi ran the Surf City Half Marathon to raise funds for

research and awareness for this disease. Pictured is her medal. She ran the race in

2:25:02 quicker than she had calculated! Way to go Heidi!�

Let’s all work this year to be successful for our own bodies and physical well�being.�

(Fitness News Con�nued from page 13)�

Monday and Thursday�

February 3

rd

through April 13

th

�

9 AM to 3 PM�

First Come, First Served�

No Reserva�ons or Appointments�

No Age or Income Restric�ons�

Free Tax Help at ASAC!�

Heidi’s Medal�

Half Marathon for ALS�

You have unl August 31, 2020 to

choose your Pick�Click�Give organizaon

and donaon. You can go to

www.pickclickgive.org for details.�


Are You a March Lamb or Lion?�

Three months is the �me it usually takes for most of us to drop our New Year’s resolu�ons�especially health�

related lifestyle changes. In the fitness industry studies are done yearly to trace the pa�erns of new gym

memberships and the a�ri�on of those qui!ng the gym. As expected, January is flush with new members or

those resolving to return to their rou�nes faithfully. March and April see a major exodus with about one�third of

new members from January qui!ng in early spring. This places March in the crosshairs of this �meframe as a

cri�cal check in point. As we near the end of the first quarter of 2020, are your health, wellness and fitness goals

s�ll on track? Are the changes you began making to your diet holding? Are you drinking more water like you

promised yourself to in January? Are you taking �me to socialize and spend �me with others being ac�ve? �

It is so very important to note that keeping big changes in our lives is no easy task, which is why there are so

many ar�cles and expert words of wisdom this �me of year about keeping changes small and realis�c. Even

when we revisit our goals, call it recalibra�ng in the present tense, we can adjust for what has worked well and

make small changes for details that have been a struggle. O0en the first pi1all of se!ng and keeping health�

related goals is pu!ng an expecta�on on ourselves that we are suddenly going to do something every day we

have been doing very li�le up to this point. As an example, rather than se!ng a goal of ge!ng to the gym or

exercising every single day, perhaps start with an easier goal of three days per week. If you get more than that,

it is a bonus! Doing moderate cardiovascular exercise such as walking or low intensity classes can be done most

days if not every day. Higher intensity training requires more recovery and therefore may be performed for

limited dura�on such as an hour or less with a day of rest or lower intensity ac�vi�es between harder workouts.

Total body strength and higher intensity cardio should be done about three �mes per week depending on the

individual’s fitness level and abili�es. �

Drinking more water and ea�ng a healthy diet are ac�vi�es we get several changes to do right daily. Carry that

water bo�le with you and take sips throughout your ac�ve day. Plan meals with friends and family to include

lots of color and variety leaning heavily on fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins along with grains, seeds and

essen�al oils. Finally, seek advice and help from experts who can offer general �ps for success and answer

specific ques�ons about how to get and stay healthy, well and fit! We have a few experts in these areas right at

ASAC, including our fitness department, health and wellness department and our nutri�on program offering

monthly educa�on sessions and individual counseling. See this newsle�er or speak

with one of our team members for more informa�on. Be well!�

WELLNESS & PROGRAMS NEWS�

PATRICK CURTIS, WELLNESS & PROGRAMS DIRECTOR�

BENEFIT ENROLLMENT CENTER FACILITATOR �


2

nd

Thursday Each Month at 1 PM�

Thursday, March 12, 2020�

1:00 PM to 2:30 PM�

A warm invitation to attend our

Neighborhood Memory Cafe!�

A Memory Cafe offers an opportunity for persons

living with demen�a and their care partners to

engage in much needed socializa�on and enjoy the

company of others who are on the same journey. �

At our Memory Cafe, �me will be split between

socializing and enjoying the talents of local crea�ve

ar�sts.�

For more informa�on, contact �

Ann Farris 907�561�3313�

Email: [email protected]�

or Patrick Cur�s 907�770�2025�

Email: pcur�[email protected]�

Exercising the brain is as important as

exercising the body!�

Join your friends and neighbors for

learning, ac�vity and fun to strengthen

your memory!�

For more informa�on, call 770�2025�

Monthly Brain Games�

2

nd

Wednesday of the Month�

12:30 PM�1:15 PM�

Anchorage Senior Activity Center

For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com Anchorage Senior Activity Center, Anchorage, AK E 4C 05-1128

A CLEAR PATH FORWARD Please join us for a

Free Lunch & Learn There will be a lunch buffet and a presentation on the latest information about

the proposed mine project given by:

Mark Hamilton VP of External Affairs, Pebble Limited Partnership

Date & Time:

Wednesday, February 19th, 2020

Doors Open 11:30am

12:00pm—1:00pm

Location:

Anchorage Senior Activity Center, Ballroom

1300 E 19th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501

Please RSVP by:

Monday, February 17th, 2020

Call 770-2008, or email

[email protected]

Please include name, phone number, and number of guests. Limited to 4 guests per

reservation.

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICESLouise Colbert, LPC

M.S. in Clinical Psychology(907) 727-7217

Every person who needs mental health therapy should haveaccess to this, despite economic status.

• Affordable fees which can be further reduced by• Sliding fee scale

More than 15 years experience in a private practiceproviding therapy for

• Depression • Anxiety

• Phobias • Self-Esteem

• PTSD (non-military) • Anger Management

• Personality Disorders • Isolation and Loneliness

• and other issues

Primary therpeutic technique is client-centered, unconditionalpositive regard, with other techniques depending on

the goals of the client.

Seeing adult clients on a one-to-one basis. Short and long termtherapy as needed. Works with client in developing goals.

Hours by appointment(907) 727-7217

Anchorage Senior Center | Pg. 17�

Anchorage Senior Activity Center

MEDICARE INFORMATION OFFICE�

NILA MORGAN, CERTIFIED MEDICARE COUNSELOR �

FRAUD EDUCATION COORDINATOR�

BENEFIT ENROLLMENT CENTER FACILITATOR�


Special Enrollment Periods for Part D�

As most of you may know the Open Enrollment Period for Part D, prescrip�on drug coverage, ended

on December 7, 2019. The Open Enrollment period is the opportunity for Medicare beneficiaries to review their coverage

and make changes to their prescrip�on coverage each and every year.�

What some folks do not know is that there are other �mes you can sign up for Medicare Part D.�

Many of you may have signed up during your ini�al enrollment period (IEP), that seven month window surrounding your

65

th

birthday or surrounding your 25

th

month of receiving SSDI benefits. �

What you may not be aware of is that there other special enrollment opportuni�es available. Below are listed SEP’s that

are available to Alaskans.�

Review the choices below and see if you qualify to enroll or change your coverage under Part D.�

• You moved: If you have moved out of the service area where your Medicare Advantage plan or Part D served, �

you can and should change plans as you will be dis�enrolled from the plan you were in. � 2 month SEP�

• You move back to the US a<er living outside the country � 2 month SEP�

• You become eligible for Medicaid � 2 month SEP�

• You qualify for the Extra Help program to assist with Medicare prescrip�on costs � 4 opportuni�es each year.�

• You are currently residing in an ins�tu�on, such as a skilled nursing facility or long�term care hospital �

� 2 month SEP�

• You want to switch to a plan with a 5 star ra�ng (none of these plans are available in AK this year) �

� SEP takes place annually from December 8 to November 30 of the following year.�

• You just moved into, or just moved out of an ins�tu�on � 2 month SEP�

• You have been released from jail � 2 month SEP�

• You are no longer eligible for Medicaid � SEP 3 months�

• You find out you will no longer be eligible for the Extra Help program the next year � SEP 3 months�

• You leave the coverage you have had under an employer or union policy � SEP 2 months�

• You lose other creditable coverage (coverage that you have had that is as good as your Medicare coverage)�

or the coverage changes and is no longer creditable � SEP 2 months�

• You were not properly informed that your prescrip�on drug coverage was not creditable � SEP 2 months�

• You were not properly informed that you were losing your creditable drug coverage �SEP 2 months�

• You don’t have Part A and you enroll in Medicare Part B during the Part B General enrollment period�

(January 1 � March 31) � You can join a plan between April 1 � June 30.�

There are other SEP’s, but these are the most common opportuni�es to change coverage. If you think you are eligible for

an SEP, please contact the Medicare Informa�on Office and we will be happy to discuss your opportuni�es and assist you

with enrollment.�

“How to Read Your �

Medicare Summary No#ce”�

Thursday, March 12

th�

10:00 AM � 11:30 AM�

Free workshop�

Sign up by calling 770�2070�


NUTRITION �

AMY URBANUS, MS, RDN, LD, CDE�

Improving Nutri#on Bite by Bite�

�

Have you ever set a nutri�on goal so big you did not know how to tackle it? Have you ever felt overwhelmed

with all of the nutri�on or diet changes you have been instructed to make? You are not alone! �

March is Na�onal Nutri�on Month and is being celebrated na�onwide Bite by Bite. �

Incorpora�ng nutri�on modifica�ons can be difficult, however if you can narrow it down to what provides the

most benefit to you and take it slowly, you can be successful! Choose one or two of the following examples and

you are on your way to improving your health, Bite by Bite.�

Increase Fruits and Vegetables (heart health, weight management, cancer preven'on)�

• Add a handful of frozen or fresh blueberries to hot cereal, cold cereal or yogurt�

• Add some frozen or fresh spinach to scrambled eggs�

• Throw a handful of frozen veggies into prepared soup�

• Don’t forget the le+uce and tomato on your sandwich!�

• Only ¼� ½ of your dinner plate needs to be reserved for canned, frozen or fresh vegetables! �

Reduce Saturated Fat (heart health, weight management)�

• Game meat and fish are always a win!�

• Take the skin off your chicken and turkey (dark meat is fine when the skin is removed)�

• Buy low fat dairy products (not fat free)�

• Eat hard cheese or low fat mozzarella�

• Keep all beef to a minimum if possible (once or twice a month)�

• Limit fast food or leave the fries behind�

Increase Protein (healing, strength and weight management)�

• Add egg whites to your hot cereal�

• Scrambled eggs for lunch or dinner? Why not! �

• A roasted chicken equals extra protein all week! �

• Choose Greek yogurt for more protein�

• Egg salad, chicken salad or salmon salad are all

delicious and easy choices! �

Nutri�on Educa�on Sessions with Amy�

2

nd

& 4

th

Friday monthly�

11:00 AM to 1 PM�

Free�Sign up at the Front Desk�

Topics for March will be�

Understanding�

High Blood Pressure: �

and what you can do about it�

Healthy Protein

Snacks and Meals�

Contact us for assistance with Renewal/Recertification of your

benefits in 2020!

Benefit Enrollment Center (BEC)

The Anchorage Senior Ac�vity Center is part of the Na�onal Council on Aging’s (NCOA) network dedicated to

helping people with Medicare improve their financial outlook by enrolling in programs to help them afford

health care, prescrip�ons, food, and more. These programs include but are not limited to the Medicare Savings

Programs, Part D Extra Help, Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutri�on Assistance Program (SNAP, previously

known as the food stamp program) and the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). �

BECs use NCOA’s free online BenefitsCheckUp

®

tool (www.BenefitsCheckUp.org) to screen lower income older

adults, and younger adults with disabili�es, for more than 2,500 benefits! We can help you apply here!�

The Anchorage Senior Ac�vity Center has a strong history of helping vulnerable residents in Anchorage and

other Alaskan communi�es. To see if you or someone you know qualifies for assistance, call (907) 770�2015 to

make an appointment.�

and over more than

2,500 other benefits�

For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.4lpi.com Anchorage Senior Activity Center, Anchorage, AK F 4C 05-1128

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Coronavirus COVID�19 and What You Can Do�

From the cdc.gov website February 18, 2020�

What is Coronavirus?�

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that are common in many different species of animals, including camels, ca$le,

cats, and bats. Rarely, animal coronaviruses can infect people and then spread between people such as with MERS�CoV,

SARS�CoV, and now with this new virus (named COVID�19) �

Outbreaks of novel virus infec-ons among people are always of public health concern. The risk from these outbreaks

depends on characteris-cs of the virus, including how well it spreads between people, the severity of resul-ng illness, and

the medical or other measures available to control the impact of the virus (for example, vaccine or treatment medica-ons).�

The poten-al public health threat posed by COVID�19 is high, both globally and to the United States. The fact that this

disease has caused illness, including illness resul-ng in death, and sustained person�to�person spread in China is

concerning. These factors meet two of the criteria of a pandemic. It’s unclear how the situa-on will unfold, but risk is

dependent on exposure. For the general American public, who are unlikely to be exposed to this virus, the immediate

health risk from COVID�19 is considered low at this -me. While the immediate risk of this new virus to the American public

is believed to be low at this -me, everyone can do their part to help us respond to this emerging public health threat.�

• CDC recommends ge5ng a flu vaccine, taking everyday preven-ve ac-ons to help stop the spread of germs, and

taking flu an-virals if prescribed.�

• If you have been in China or have been exposed to someone sick with COVID�19 in the last 14 days, you will face

some limita-ons on your movement and ac-vity. Please follow instruc-ons during this -me. Your coopera-on is

integral to the ongoing public health response to try to slow spread of this virus. If you develop COVID�19

symptoms, contact your healthcare provider, and tell them about your symptoms and your travel or exposure to a

COVID�19 pa-ent.�

Before a Pandemic�

• Store a two week supply of water and food.�

• Periodically check your regular prescrip-on drugs to ensure a con-nuous supply in your home.�

• Have any nonprescrip-on drugs and other health supplies on hand, including pain relievers, stomach remedies,

cough and cold medicines, fluids with electrolytes, and vitamins.�

• Get copies and maintain electronic versions of health records from doctors, hospitals, pharmacies and other sources

and store them, for personal reference. Get help accessing�electronic health records.�

• Talk with family members and loved ones about how they would be cared for if they got sick, or what will be

needed to care for them in your home.�

During a Pandemic�

• Limit the Spread of Germs and Prevent Infec-on�

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.�

• When you are sick, keep your distance from others to protect them from ge5ng sick too.�

• Cover your mouth and nose�with a -ssue when coughing or sneezing. It may prevent those around you from ge5ng

sick.�

• Washing your hands o=en will help protect you from germs.�

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.�

• Prac-ce other good health habits. Get plenty of sleep, be physically ac-ve, manage your stress, drink plenty of

fluids, and eat nutri-ous food.�

INFORMATION TO KEEP YOU SAFE �

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�

It’s �me to Rondy!�

February 28 through March 8, 2020�

Events at ASAC include:�

Pioneer Stories Dinner Theater�Sat, Feb 29 �

(Tickets available at Accounting Office �

starting Feb 1. Details on page 20)�

Judged Art Show�Fri, Feb 28�Sun, Mar 8�

Stamp Show�Sat, Feb 29�Sun, Mar 1�

Scale Model Show�Mon, Mar 2�Sat, Mar 7�

Alaska Wear Day Social Hour�Wed, Mar 4�

Important Dates to Remember:�

Fri, Mar 6 � Fur Rondy Ar�sts Recep�on 2 PM�

Tue, Mar 10 � Age Smart�Let’s Talk 6:30 PM�

Mon, Mar 9 � CSFP Food Box Distribu�on�

Thu, Mar 12 � “How to Read Your Medicare Summary No�ce” (page 17)�

Thu, Mar 12 � Memory Café �

Tue, Mar 17 � St. Patrick’s Day Dance�

Wed, Mar 18 � King Tech High School Manicures�

Wed, Mar 18 � Celebra�on of Life for Vicky Proudfoot (page 2)�

Fri, Mar 20 � Alaska Dispatch News Job Fair�

Wed, Mar 25 � Alaska Health Fair�

Tue, Mar 31� Last day to file for your Permanent Fund Dividend�

Tue, Apr 7� Last day to vote in the Municipality of Anchorage Elec�ons�

AGE SMART—Let’s Talk

2

nd

Tuesday of each month�

6:30 pm�7:30 pm�

Marianne Johnstone�Pe�y�

Hospice and Pallia�ve Specialist�

Admission is FREE and Open to Everyone�

Register either online at �

https://aarp.cvent.com/AWMAR10 , �

call 877�926�8300 and tell the operator you would

like to register for the AARP Alaska Age Smart �

or register at the door.�

Refreshments will be served compliments of AARP.�

Pallia�ve Care:�

It’s About Living the Life

You Can�

Tues, Mar 10, 2020�

Sign up at the Front Desk�

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Anchorage Senior Center�

1300 E 19th Ave�

Anchorage AK 99501�

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Postage PAID �

Permit No. 469�

Anchorage, AK�

ELECTRONIC SERVICE REQUESTED�

Center Hours:�

(No unauthorized access before 8

AM or a,er closing)�

Monday� 8 am � 5 pm�

Tuesday� 8 am � 8 pm�

Wednesday� 8 am � 5 pm�

Thursday� 8 am � 8 pm�

Friday� 8 am � 5 pm�

Saturday (Fitness Only)� 9 am�2 pm�

Sunday � Closed�

March 2020�

Senior Borealis Newsle$er Published

monthly for Anchorage Senior Center

(ASAC), operated by ANCHOR�AGE

CENTER, a private, nonprofit Alaskan

Corpora-on established in 1981. �

Advertising:�

Senior Borealis accepts paid advertising

from sponsors of programs held at ASAC

or services for seniors. For Info, contact

Bill Clough at (800) 950�9952 x 2635.�

Advertising contained herein implies

neither support nor endorsement by

ANCHOR�AGE CENTER nor the

Municipality of Anchorage � neither will

be held liable for any false or misleading

content.�

Distributed free to members of:�

Anchorage Senior Activity Center �

ASAC is Funded by:�

Municipality of Anchorage Mayor Ethan

Berkowitz and the MOA Assembly�

with additional funding from Medicare,

various grants, donations and all of our

faithful members. �

Executive Director�

Rebecca Parker�

Board Officers�

Gordon Glaser, President�

Mary E. Shields, Vice President�

Paula Pawlowski, Secretary�

Micky Becker, Treasurer�

Board Members�

James Bailey�

Judy Brady�

Tom Brennan�

Vera Crews�

Nancy Groszek�

Joe Mathis�

Wanda Peel�

Kurt Steinert�

Endowment Trust�

Matt Blattmachr, Chair�

Mark Stearns, Vice Chair�

Advisory Council Co�Chairs�

Pat Abney and Lanie Fleischer�

Mail�Out Coordinators�

Pete Weimer and Theresa

Hoffmann�

Webmaster�

Don Alspach�

Is It Time to Renew Your ASAC

Membership?�

You will receive a renewal letter a month

before and the month of your

membership expiration. �

DUES: Individual annual membership is

$75; Couples membership (two people

living at the same address) is $135. �

Discounted Individual membership is $15

for those with proof of annual income

being less than $20,280. �

Lifetime memberships are available to

those 50 years and older based on age. If

you are interested, please contact Julie

McFarland. Contact information is below.�

If you have questions about your

membership or Senior Borealis, contact

Julie McFarland at

[email protected] �

or by calling 907�770�2009.�

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