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MONROE, MI

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Engage!

Monroe Senior Citizens Center 15275 South Dixie Highway Monroe, MI 48161

VOLUME 19, ISSUE 11

Leading in services, information, and assistance for

quality lifestyles and healthy aging.

Open 365 Days a Year!

Mon. Wed. and Thurs.: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tues. and Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Your senior millage tax dollars at work!

January 2019

Smiling Faces from the Holiday Party on December 7th

Board of Directors

PRESIDENT:

Mark S. Braunlich

VICE PRESIDENT:

Michelle LaVoy

TREASURER:

Jaime McDonald

SECRETARY:

BOARD MEMBERS:

Geri Allen

William Bacarella

Ed Feldman

Troy Goodnough

Richard Janssens

Lois Knegendorf

Jim McDevitt

Hobby Nels

Dennis Richardville

Mary Russ

Sr. Janet Ryan

Dale Zorn

Views and comments expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily the views and comments

of the Monroe County Commission on Aging. The Monroe County Commission on Aging is a governmental agency, which funds community senior programming through millage dollars —

including the Monroe Center for Healthy Aging. Those receiving services from these programs

may have certain personal data shared within the funded agencies, except where HIPPA applies.

“The Monroe Center is the place to be– for fun, fellowship, and support.”

15275 South Dixie Highway

Monroe, MI 48161

734-241-0404

Visit us on-line:

www.monroectr.org

Staff

Executive Director: Sandie Pierce [email protected]

Operational Manager: Dave McNew [email protected]

Customer Service Coordinator: Cheri Braunlich [email protected]

Accounting Clerk: Linda Guyor [email protected]

Program Developer: Michelle Gessner [email protected]

Volunteer Coordinator: Beth Berlin [email protected]

Cooks: Scott Suttles Donna Jones Scott Davidson Esther Thompson Carol Huffman

Bingo Coordinator: Lisa Brown

RSVP Director: Joe Grifka [email protected]

RSVP Volunteer Coordinator: Taylor Eason [email protected]

IN THIS ISSUE: Page

Contacts & Board of Directors 2

From the Director’s Desk 3

Membership Renewal

Thank You’s & New Members 4

Birthday Names 5

New Year’s Eve & Day 6

January Events 7-8

Stay Active this Winter 9

Message from Beth 10

RSVP News from Taylor Eason 11

Travel 12

Daily Activities 13 - 14

Support Services 15

Bingo & Card Winners 16

Book on Sale at Center 17

Advertisers 17 - 20

In the Café 21

Evening Meals Menu 22

Event Calendar 23

“Main Choice” Menu 24

Vision:

The Monroe Center for Healthy Aging is committed to improving the quality of

life and health of older adults in Monroe County.

Watch “Off Your Rocker” on MPACT

Tuesdays at 5pm & Thursdays at 4pm

Comcast: Channel 21 or Charter: Channel 187

You may also watch it on-line at

https://www.youtube.com/user/MPACTstudio/videos

January 2019 ENGAGE! · Monroe Center for Healthy Aging 3

From the

Director’s Desk . . .

“If you want to be original, just try being

yourself, because God has never made

two people exactly alike.”

~ Bernard Meltzer

Happy New Year! My wish for all of you is for a happy

and healthy new year. It is truly a pleasure knowing

you and having your support and friendship. Each of

you brings a uniqueness to our Center that is very

special. Thank you for sharing yourself with us.

2018 was a good year even though we lost a few dear

friends, including my mom, Betty Williams, Dorothy

Grifka, Helen Davidson, and most recently a long-time

supporter of the Monroe Center, Ed Riley. It is always

sad. Our hope comes in the good memories that we

hold in our hearts.

Financially, we ended 2018 in the black and provided

over 90,000 hours of service. Thanks to those who have

supported the Center’s fundraisers and contributed

through time and money. It takes a village, and I am

grateful for the caring group of folks who work together

to make things happen here.

We had some Board Members retire from the Board this

year — Peggy Barton, Sr. Joan Kusak, Matt Vanisacker,

and Henry Lievens. Welcome new Board members, Denny

Richardville, Geri Allen, Sr. Janet Ryan, and Bill Bacarella.

We look forward to having their guidance.

Looking forward to the new year, the Board is in the pro-

cess of developing a five-year capital improvement plan.

While our dream is to have more space, in the meantime,

we have a few projects that we’d like to tackle. Donations

to our reserve fund for capital improvements will help us

accomplish the goals. Stay tuned for more details.

We hope to see you often in the New Year. It’s very

tempting during the cold, winter months to stay inside.

Research shows that it’s good for us to be with others.

Just be safe when you venture out. Happy New Year! - Sandie

News to Note . . .

December 31st — New

Year’s Eve Center open

7:00 to 2:00 New Year’s

Eve Party 2:00 to 5:00.

(See page 6)

January 1 — New Year’s

Day. Center is open 7:00 to

2:00. Potluck Lunch is

served from 11:00 a.m. to

12:30 p.m. (See page 6)

January 2 — Birthday

Dinner with music

January 10 — Monroe

County Historical Museum

presents the “Roaring 20’s

and Prohibition” 12:30

Complimentary Dessert (See

page 7)

January 21 — $6 Fund

Raiser with music by the

Hippie Chicks (See page 7)

January 23 — Movie at 1:30

p.m. “Unbroken: The Path to

Redemption” (See page 8)

January 24 — Health

Odyssey sponsored by the

IHM Senior Living Communi-

ty. Please RSVP. 241.0404

(See page 7)

January 31 — $2 Soup and

Sandwich Special

Save the Date: Sunday

Bingo — February 3

Save the Date: Annual

Italian Dinner with Chef

Mario Pace — February 8

Save the Date: Quarterly

Rummage and Bake Sale —

February 14 & 15


A warm welcome to those who joined the Monroe Center in November!

Glad to Have You With Us!

Good people making goodness possible: Donations to the Center

From the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and the thousands who are served

by the Monroe Center for Healthy Aging each year, we deeply appreciate donations

made to the Center. We pledge to use your donations wisely as we lead in information

and assistance for quality lifestyles and healthy aging in Monroe County.

We appreciate your support of the Center throughout the year!

New Center Policy During the November inspection, the Monroe County Health Department cited us for allowing outside food at the Center. After much discussion about various alternatives, the follow-ing policy will go into effect January 1, 2019: Outside food cannot be brought in to share and consume

with others at the Center.

Individually wrapped, store-bought candy may be brought in and shared.

Individuals may bring in their own lunch to consume by themselves. Lunches can be stored in the refrigerator in the exercise room.

Eggs are allowed because they are not consumed at the Center. They can be stored in the refrigerator in the exercise room.

It is time to renew your

membership! We are accepting

payment for 2019 dues.

For those 55 and over, residing in Monroe County, the yearly dues

are $20. For those under 55 and/or residing outside Monroe

County, the yearly dues are $25. Center memberships and gift

certificates also make great gifts for family and friends!

The Monroe Center is the place to

be for fun and fellowship!

Dorothy Bomia Tonya Jones Patsy Brooks Louie LaBo Walter Graves, Jr. Christine McBroom Domenic Greco Karen Orofino

Helen Hudson Melissa Shavers

November Donations in memory of Marvin Kinne

Barb Kinne

Mark & Polly Fredericks

in memory of Walter Lazette Dorothy Younger

Barb Kinne

in memory of Vivian Gailey

Mable Kehres Resident Council

in memory of Ken Smith


in memory of Joe LaDuke


in memory of Charlotte Hudkins

Dennis Richardville


For all members celebrating a January birthday, please join us for a complimentary Birthday Lunch (main choice or salad bar only) with cake and ice cream and festive music on Wednesday, January 2,

from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Please call 241-0404 or stop by the Front Desk to sign-up.

Happy January Birthdays!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE DECEMBER BIRTHDAY GUESTS!

Burton Johnson 1 William Burkett 9 Eddie Weaver 14 William Poore 22

Edward Lewis 1 Mary Faryniarz 9 Debbie Cosby 15 Elizabeth Lezotte 23

Tom Murphy 1 Florence Stoddard 9 Brenda Kraus 15 Gary McBride 23

Margarida Saleh 1 Lisa Brown 10 Jean Johnson 16 James Phoenix 23

Melissa Shavers 2 Mary Lou Burke 10 Aaron Myers 16 Ron Crumley 24

Sherry Duffey 3 Gloria Collingsworth 10 Michael Gogel 17 Larry Leach 24

Larry Ellison 3 Danny Erb 10 Sharon Miller 17 Shiela Pershard 24

Troy Goodnough 4 Clarita Willingham 10 Roseann Bork 18 Jean Cohn 25

Doris Joseph 4 Rena Wilson 10 Virginia Oliver 18 Toni Giarmo 25

Karen Semltzer 4 Daniel Ripple 11 Robert Trowbridge 18 Marvin Martin 25

Marilyn Timmer 4 Barbara Wolfenbarger 11 Jacquelyn Weier 18 Mary Snyder 25

Diane Arabucki 5 Opal Connor 12 Yvonne Acton 19 Chris Burkett 26

Joe Civavolo 5 Richard Johnson 12 Karen Diedrich 19 Helen Peplinski 26

Paul Ford 5 Frank Koob 12 Cathy Friederichs 19 Ivan Kamprath 27

Christine Frayer 5 Terrie Rossi 12 William Huntley 20 Fred Lemerand 27

Verdell Giebel 5 Janette Stark 12 Peter Rafko 20 Yvonne McBee 28

Ann Mexico 5 Betty Wilson 12 Betsy Ann Stone 20 John VanSlambrouck 28

Jeanette Morris 5 Karen Glover 13 Barry Allen 21 Roger Younglove 28

Frances Berry 8 Tommie Kruse 13 Beckie O'Brien 21 Kathryn Rose 29

Lois Knegendorf 8 Janet Niemann 13 Joan Toth 21 Duane Bair 30

Robert Sweat 8 Rebecca Roberts 13 Karen Gibson 22 Connie Burchfield 30

Barbara Turner 8 Dennis Vore 13 Linda Micheles 22 Marcelle Ramsey 31

Nancy McDonald 14


Cheri’s “Quote of the Month”

What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve?

The Monroe Center will be open 7 am to 5 pm on New Year’s Eve, December 31.

● Breakfast 7 am - 10 am

● Movin’ & Groovin’ will be held at 9 am

● Lunch 11 am - 1 pm (BBQ Beef Sandwiches)

● New Year’s Eve Party from 2 to 5 pm, with special guest Elvis!

Elvis Tribute Artist Matt King will play two sets

starting at 2 pm. After the show, he will pose for

pictures with fans and pizza will be served.

Join us for

friendship, fun,

and good cheer,

as we ring in

2019!

Cost is $6 per

person. Buy your

ticket today!

Sponsored by:

New

Year’s Day

Schedule

Open 7 am — 2 pm

Breakfast served 7 am to 10 am

Potluck served 11 am — 12:30 pm

Bring a dish to pass or pay $3.

~ AUTHOR UNKNOWN


January 2019 “What’s Going On” at-a-Glance

January Health

Odyssey

Thursday, January 24

Please join Michele Turner and Vickie Honner on Thursday, January 24, at

noon for an informative talk on what is

happening at the IHM Senior Living Community.

Lunch at 11:30 a.m. is complimentary

for those who RSVP: 734.241.0404.

$6 Fund Raiser with

The Hippie Chick

& Mis-Matched

Sock Day

January 21st

On Monday, January 21, we’re

having a $6 Fund Raiser with Open-Faced

Roast Beef Sandwiches for lunch and

entertainment by the Hippie Chicks

from 11:30 until 12:30 p.m.

Wear mis-matched socks that day

and get 50¢ off! (Net price $5.50)

A 50/50 drawing is also planned!

Monroe County

Historical Museum Presentation

January 10 at 11:30 a.m.

You’re invited to learn about the Roaring 20’s and Prohibition

during a special presentation by Lisa Gessner from the

Monroe County Historical Museum on Thursday, January 10.

"The Roaring 20s were a time of economic prosperity, rapid

technological advances, changing roles for women, and a new

consumerism mindset. After the end of the Great War, many

Americans were looking for fun, lightness, and to explore all

this new age had to offer. Couple this with the “Noble Experi-

ment” of Prohibition that was taking place nationwide, and

one can see how this era got its name. Come learn about the

early days of Prohibition in Monroe County and see some

great objects that will bring to life the Roaring 20s!"

Lunch that day is Chicken Bruschetta.

Following the presentation, you’ll be treated to a

complimentary dessert.

A 50/50 drawing is also planned!

Sing Along with Marty

Monday, January 21

10:00 am

Gather around the piano with friends and sing old favorites and have fun

singing with one another.


January Movie Wednesday, January 23rd

When the war ended, his battle began. Based on Laura Hillenbrand's bestselling

book,

UNBROKEN: PATH TO REDEMPTION

begins where Unbroken ends, sharing the next amazing chapter of Olympian and

World War II hero Louis Zamperini's power-ful true story of forgiveness, redemption, and amazing grace.

Rated PG13

The movie will be shown at 1:30 p.m.

Complimentary

popcorn and

drinks will be served.

Why Scan? Scanning both in and out

is important. The funds that we receive from the

Commission on Aging are allocated based on the

number of hours people are here.

If you forget to sign out, we can only count

two hours even if you’re here six hours.

Volunteer Spotlight

Jackie Drouillard We wanted to commend Jackie for

her dedication in helping folks with

their Medicare/Medicaid concerns. During open

enrollment this year, Jackie has met over 200

people, saving them money and worry. It doesn’t

get better than that! So a BIG THANK YOU to

Jackie from all of us here at the Monroe Center.

Massage Therapy is

Coming Soon!

Watch for details about when

Massage Therapy will be back!

Wednesdays at 4:15 p.m.

Come enjoy and evening meal at the

Center and then join in for the following:

January 2 — Conversation and Cocoa

January 9 — Lawrence Welk’s TV

Treasures — ‘50s through 80’s

January 16 — “Sole Journey” — a

documentary of the life of Martin Luther

King, Jr. Enjoy one of his favorite des-

serts — pecan tarts — while you learn

about his journey and contribution to

civil rights.

January 23 — “Cool Kids” — first two

episodes. Enjoy a laugh and a cookie.

January 30 — Relax and Color while

sipping on some hot tea.

Ideas for activities on Wednesday

evenings are appreciated.

~ Michelle Gessner


Brain Aerobics Exercise your mind!

Monday mornings

at 10:00 a.m.

Enhance®Fitness Classes Begin January 8th

The Monroe Family YMCA will again be offer-

ing the Enhance®Fitness exercise class at the Monroe Center starting on Tuesday, January 8.

Two sessions will be offered that are funded by the

Monroe County Commission on Aging. The class includes

sixty-minute sessions held three times a week: Tuesdays

and Thursdays from 11:30 am – 12:30 pm and 1 – 2 pm, and Saturdays from 9:30 – 10:30

am and 11 - 12. (Combined class January 29) To reserve a spot in one of the classes, please

call (734) 241-0404 or sign up at the Front

Desk.

New 15 / 15 Group Begins It’s the new year! Maybe it’s not the first time

that we’ve resolved to eat healthier and lose

weight. After all, we’ve seen lots of new years.

Even a five pound weight loss, however, can make

a difference in our health and how we feel. The 2018 Monroe County Health Assessment

found that 76% of people 65 and over in Monroe

County are overweight. That means, there’s

plenty of room for improvement! Starting January 8, Dave McNew will again lead a

support group that encourages weight loss and

lots of information on how to eat healthier. On

the next page, you’ll find some exercises to add to

the mix. The group meets at 11:00 a.m. for 15

weeks. Please sign up at the Front Desk. Let’s make 2019 our year to get healthier. The

15 / 15 Support Group will help lead the way.

Chair Yoga Tuesdays & Thursdays

at 10:15 am

This is great exercise for

improved stability,

flexibility, and balance

in the body, as well as

self-awareness in the mind.

Monday Evening Yoga returns in February.

Stay Active During the Winter!

Balance Class

Balance Class is held at 3:00 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. (No class on January 23rd)

Movin’ & Grooving Mondays & Wednesdays at 9:00 am

$2 members

$3 for non-members

Exercise and stretch from a seated position

with music. Walkers and

wheelchairs are welcome!

Fitness Room

The Fitness Room is open during Center

hours. Barb Ginther, Physical Therapist,

is available Tuesday mornings from

8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. to assist.


Six Easy Exercises You Can Do At Home

We all know that we should do activities to

strengthen muscles and bones and to challenge

balance and coordination to prevent falls, improve

mood, help sleep patterns and improve our health.

Here are some body weight exercises you can do at

home. They should be done daily, or at least twice

a week. 1. Sit to Stand - Sit tall near the front of a chair

with your feet slightly back. Lean forwards

slightly and stand up (with your hands on the

chair if needed). Step back until your legs touch

the chair, then slowly lower yourself back into

the chair. Repeat 10 times.

2. Heel Raises - Stand tall, holding on to a sturdy

surface such as the kitchen sink or worktop,

then lift your heels off the floor, taking your

weight into your big toes. Try not to lean for-

wards or backwards. Hold for three seconds,

then lower with control. Repeat 10 times.

3. Toe Raises - Stand tall holding the same sup-

port, then raise your toes, taking your weight

on your heels. Don’t stick your bottom out.

Hold for three seconds, then lower with con-

trol. Repeat 10 times.

4. One Leg Stand - Stand close to your support

and hold it with one hand. Balance on one leg,

keeping the supported knee soft and your pos-

ture upright. Hold the position for 10 seconds.

Repeat on the other leg.

5. Heel-to-Toe - Stand tall, with one hand on

your support. Put one foot directly in front of

the other to make a straight line. Look ahead,

take your hand off the support as you’re able

and balance for 10 seconds. Take the front foot

back to hip-width apart. Then place the other

foot in front and balance for 10 seconds.

6. Heel Toe Walking - Stand tall, with one hand

on your support. Look ahead and walk 10

steps forwards, placing one foot directly in

front of the other so the feet form a straight

line. Aim for a steady walking action. Take the

feet back to hip width apart, turn around slow-

ly and repeat the steps in the other direction.

THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS

FOR A FANTASTIC 2018 . . .

“Volunteers are the only human beings on the face of the earth who reflect this nation’s compassion, unselfish caring, patience, and just plain loving one another.”

~Erma Bombeck

I grew up with my mother busting out in laughter

while reading Erma Bombeck books, so this quote is particularly meaningful to me. And how true this

quote is! I have been here for four months as the Volunteer Coordinator and feel incredibly blessed

to witness and participate in the caring the volun-teers here at the Monroe Center for Healthy Aging

have shown for each other. The laughter we share, the murals Herb draws for us, the answers Joyce,

Rose, Peggy, Connie, Val, Maxine, Linda, Lois, and Lisa give us at the desk, and the care we give each

other - from that sincere “hello” to getting Fleta a

cup of coffee, … I simply love being here all of you.

Of course you know by now, launching of the

Sunshine Program is my top priority and in 2018 our volunteers have gotten off to a great start. The

drivers have helped our friends get to over 30 criti-cal locations, including surgeries in Ann Arbor,

Toledo and Detroit. Meanwhile, the companions are working one on one with those needing a

friend, making it just a little easier for friends to

get through each week.

Volunteers - I cannot thank you each enough for your dedication to our Monroe County older adults

and to this Center, specifically.

Winter of 2019 Volunteer Needs: If you would like to join this amazing team of volunteers, we need

you! Below are the top gaps that need filling:

- Sunshine Companionship - Meal Preparation/Kitchen Assistance

- Salad Bar Server

If you are interested in helping us, give me a call,

Beth Berlin, at 734.241-0404, ext. 104. Thank you

and have a blessed 2019!

- Beth Berlin


From RSVP:

January is National Hot Tea Month

Article Courtesy of National Day Calendar.com

and submitted by Taylor Eason, RSVP Program Coordinator

Bitter cold January days call for nothing less than a long bath, candles lit, and cup after cup of hot tea to warm you up from the inside out. A hot, steamy cup of tea is perfect for any time of the day. Happy National Hot Tea Month, do yourself a favor and enjoy tea as much as you want this month! Have you ever wondered where tea came from, and what made someone put leaves in hot water for flavor? Well, legend says in 2737 BC, a Chinese emperor was sitting under a tree while his servant boiled drinking water when some leaves blew into it. The emperor happened to be a renowned herbalist, and he decided to taste the infusion that had just been created by accident… He loved it, and that’s where tea comes from! Here are some of the best benefits tea has to offer:

Tea is packed with antioxidants. These help keep our bodies “young” and protect them from toxins.

It has less caffeine than coffee. (The kinds that do contain caffeine) usually contain about 50% less than coffee which means you can drink it without affecting your nervous system.

Research shows a correlation between tea and heart health. A recent study says people who dr ink tea have a 20% less chance of having a stroke or heart attack than those who don’t.

It can help with weight loss, especially when paired with a well-balanced diet and exercise. Tea is usually calorie-free, and it can give you energy and cause your body to burn more calories throughout the day.

It’s an immune system booster. Studies show that tea helps immune cells reach their targets more quickly.

(Read the full article online at: https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-hot-tea-month-january/)

To sign up to volunteer with RSVP, call Taylor or Joe at 734-241-0408.

Early Morning: To start your day off right, try white tea first thing when you wake up. It’s gentle on a stomach that has been fasting (which we do when we sleep) and has a light, aromatic quality. For a big caffeine booster right away, choose a high quality white tea and boil with extremely hot water to bring out a lot of the caffeine. Mid-Morning: Around 10:00 or 11:00 in the morning, move to a green tea. This will help give your metabolism a kick start, and it has a very light, uplifting, approachable flavor. Lunch: Incorporate some tea with your lunch every day… Black tea is recommended at this time of day. It’s also great paired with food, and you can choose your level of caffeine depending on how your energy levels are that day. Post-Lunch: Pu-erh tea is a great choice for after lunch, because it only has a small amount of caffeine. Enough to help ward off that afternoon slump. It’s a perfect follow-up to a healthy, well-balanced lunch. Evening: There are several great options for nighttime tea. Some good teas to try that’ll calm you down and promote a good night’s sleep are Chamomile, Valerian Root, Lavender, Lemon Balm, and Passionflower.

~ Taylor Eason

RSVP Program Coordinator

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-hot-tea-month-january/


~ Upcoming Travel ~ Day Trips through the Monroe Center —

Contact Maxine on Friday mornings at (734) 241-0404

Caesars Windsor, Buy One Trip, Get Second Trip Free! Dates are Mondays, January 7 and 21, 2019. AND March 5 and 19, 2019

Cost is $22 per person. Passport, Passcard, or Enhanced DL is required.

Jack Casino in Cleveland, Saturday, January 26, 2019, $39 per person.

Belterra Casino, March 6 and 7, 2019 $129 per person; double occupancy

Includes deluxe motorcoach transportation, casino hotel accommodations, dinner and breakfast buffet, and $55 in casino incentives.

● Gillmore Car Museum with Firekeepers Casino. This unique museum is the home to over 300 cars! This is followed by lunch and gambling at Firekeepers. Price includes museum admission

and $25 in casino incentives. Friday, March 29, 2019 for $69 per person

Overnight Trips through the Monroe Center

● Dreaming about warm weather? Then plan now for Florida! 18 days/17 nights at sunny St. Pete’s Beach, departs Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019, returns Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019. Prices start at $2,199 p/p, d.o.

● 8 days/7 nights Eastern Caribbean with Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. March 16 - 23, 2019, prices start at $2,154 p/p, double occupancy, passport required.

● 15 day cruise to the Panama Canal, April 3 - 18, 2019, prices start at $1,899 p/p, double occupancy, passport required.

● Is a cruise to Alaska on your bucket list? Enjoy an 11 days/10 night trip to Alaska with Princess Cruises ®. Dates are September 13 - 23, 2019.

Prices start at $2,790 p/p, double occupancy

The following trips are offered through the Frenchtown Center for Active Adults:

Please contact Ralph at (734) 243-6210 to book your seat.

● Day trip to Detroit for lunch and a show. Enjoy lunch at Andiamo Riverfront, followed by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra featuring the music of “Vegas and the Rat Pack.”

Sunday, January 20, 2019, with departure time of 10:45 am. Cost is $105 per person.


Staying Fit in Mind, Body & Spirit

Every Day at the Center:

Pool (Billiards) Exercise Equipment & Classes Cards Puzzles

Computer Stations with Internet Access (We are also a WI-FI hotspot. )

Personal Exercise Assistance with Barb

Licensed Physical

Therapy Assistant

Barb Ginther is at the

Center every Tuesday from 8:30 to 10:30 am

to assist and guide you with your workout in the Center’s Exercise Room.

She will assess your fitness level,

help you set goals,

create an

exercise program,

and keep you

motivated.

Cards

Pinochle Mondays & Wednesdays

at 12:30 pm

Euchre Wednesdays & Fridays at 9:00 am

Euchre Tourney Saturdays at 12:30 pm

Prizes awarded every Saturday!

Sometimer’s Euchre

Wednesdays at 12:30 pm

Hand and Foot Fridays at 12:30 p.m.

Exercise and Health

Movin' & Groovin’ Exercise with Jo Lynn

Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00 am

$2 members / $3 for non-members

Exercise and stretch from a seated

position with music.

Brain Aerobics with Michelle Mondays at 10:00 am

15/15 with Dave Tuesdays at 11 am

Line Dancing Mondays at 2:00 pm

Personal Exercise Assistance Barb Ginther, PTA

Rehabilitation Specialists of Monroe

Tuesdays, 8:30 - 10:30 unless otherwise posted

Chair Yoga

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:15 am with Cheri

No evening Chair Yoga Classes in January.

Enhance®Fitness Class sessions are Tuesdays and

Thursdays at 11:30 am and 1:00 pm

and Saturdays starting at 9:30 and 11:00

Beginning T'ai Chi Fridays 12:00 to 12:30 p.m.

Members free/Non-members $1

T'ai Chi Fridays 12:30 and 1:30 pm

Members free/Non-members $1

Tap Dancing Fridays at 2:15 pm, $5 per class

Balance Class: Mondays and Wednesdays at 3:00

No Class on January 23, 2019.


Staying Fit in Mind, Body & Spirit

Join us and your friends in these programs and activities!

Activities/Programs Bingo

● Tuesdays 1:30 to 3:30 pm

Card sales at 12:30 pm; snack during the break.

● White Elephant Bingo — Mondays at 5 pm, free, but please bring an item worth $1 for the prize table.

● Sunday Bingo — There will be no Sunday Bingo in December. It will resume in January.

Sing-Along with Marty

Once a month Monday, January 21 at 10 am

Coffee & Scripture

Thursdays, January 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 1 - 2:30 pm

Organ Group Thursdays at 1 pm

Crocheting Drop-in Group, Fridays at 1 pm

Movie Matinee 4th Wednesday of the month

(January 23)

Food Commodities

3rd Monday (January 21) Contact MCOP at 241-2775 to apply for food assistance.

Library in Motion Thursday (January 3) 11:30 am

Computer, Gadget, and

Technology Help

For computer, phone, or gadget assistance, please see

Michelle Gessner. We would also like to add classes on beginning computers and cell phone use. Please sign up at the front desk

if you’d like to participate.

How the heck does this thing work?

Valet Parking is

available at the

Monroe Center.

Just pull your vehicle to the front

door and ask at the reception desk.

(Please note that this is at your own risk.)

Groups and Clubs Retirees and/or

Classmates Breakfast Groups

We would love to have you join us for breakfast anytime between 7:00 & 10:00 am.

We welcome retiree groups and school classes to come in and eat breakfast with

friends. Give us a call to set up your group! If you prefer to

set up a lunch or evening group, just let us know!

Stamp Club No longer meets at the

Center.

Monroe Sewing Club 3rd Monday (January 21)

6:00 pm in conference room

Wood Carvers Tuesdays 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Model A Group 1st Thursday of the month (January 3) at 7:00 pm

Monroe Coin Club 1st Tuesday of the month (January 8) at 7 pm. Come with coins!

Newsletter Crew

3rd Monday of the month (January 21) at 6:30 am.


MCOP—By Appointment

Representatives from MCOP are at the Center every other Tuesday

(January 15 and 29) from 10 am to 12 noon to help you find the

resources you need. They help with applying for Food Assistance

benefits, as well as getting Home Care, Personal Care, Home Chore,

and Transportation assistance. They also assist with applying for Tax

Credits, Housing, and Medicare Part D. Please call the Center at

734 241-0404 to schedule an appointment. To register for food commodities (help with

groceries), contact MCOP at 734.241.2775.

Medicare Assistance

Medicare Counselor Jackie Drouillard will be enjoying some well-

deserved rest and relaxation from January through March. She’ll

return on Thursday, April 4. If you need assistance in the

meantime, MCOP representations are here every other Tuesday and can answer your questions

about Medicare and your prescription coverage. Please call 734.241-0404 for an appointment.

Monroe County Senior Legal Services — By Appointment

Monroe County Senior Legal Services is at the Center on the second

Wednesday this month (January 9). Please call the Monroe Center at

241-0404 to make an appointment. A $20 initial consulting fee applies.

Blood Pressure Checks

Ryan from Great Lakes Caring is here on the 2nd Friday of the month

(January 11) at 11:30 am.

Blood Sugar Checks

Vickie from IHM Senior Living Community is

here on the 3rd Thursday of the month (January

17) from 9:00 am to 11:00 am.

Support Services

The agencies listed below have representatives at the Monroe Center for

Healthy Aging each month to provide information and services.

Notary Service

Tuesdays, Wednesdays

and Thursdays

from 7:00 to 2:00 (No Notary January 23, 24, 29)


Bingo & Card Winners

MEN’S CARDS

EUCHRE

PINOCHLE

Played every Wednesday & Friday

@ 9:00am. Euchre tournaments

played Saturdays @ 12:30 p.m.

Played every Monday and Wednesday @ 12:30 p.m.

Played every morning, except Sundays.

Sometimer’s Euchre

Played at 12:30 pm

on Wednesdays

Saturday Euchre

Tournament 12:30 pm

Weekly Winners!

(No Euchre on December

22, 26, and 29)

Free, Monday Nights, from 5 - 6 pm.

Bring a white elephant treasure from home

or an item from the dollar store.

It’s free to play and about having fun!

Everyone is a winner!

Every Tuesday Afternoon at the Monroe Center—

Weekly Bingo!

Card Sales at 12:30 pm

Bingo starts at 1:30 pm

Snack at intermission

**Bingo volunteers are needed. Please see

Lisa Brown.

Hand & Foot

Played on Fridays

at 12:30 p.m.

There will be no Sunday Bingo in the month of January.

Games Won

Lois Knegendorf 8

Pam Jennings 7

Luther Conner 6

Tonya Jones 4

Yvonne Acton 3

Marlene Chambo 3

Don Jeffery 3

Al Miller 3

Chuck Mushing 3

Elaine Mushing 3

Shirley Peterson 3

Barb Benore 2

Earl Reaume 2

Ed Russeau 2

Bob Sweat 2

Donna Welch 2

Jerome Bercheny 1

Blanche Chambo 1

Leonard Ely 1

Lee Gaynier 1

Rose Harris 1

Mary Rhoades 1

Ed Riley 1

Pat Riley 1

Monday

Pinochle

Wednesday

Pinochle

November 5 November 7

Art Love 1st Marlin Worstell 1st

Gus Ginepro 2nd Gus Ginepro 2nd

Mary Rhoades 3rd Rene Schweitzer 3rd


Shirley Petersen 1st Gary Miller 1st

Al Miller 2nd Lola Santure 2nd

Gary Miller 3rd Marlin Worstell 3rd

Luther Conner 4th Jean Moore 4th


Darlene Worstell 1st Rene Schweitzer 1st

Marlin Worstell 2nd Jean Opperman 2nd

Al Miller 3rd Cindy Prusitis 3rd

Art Love 4th


Gary Miller 1st Gary Miller 1st

Luther Conner 2nd Art Love 2nd

Mary Rhoades 3rd Lola Santure 3rd

Rene Schweitzer 4th


Shop at Gifts & More

1325 N. Telegraph Road, Monroe, MI

and let them know you saw their ad

in this newsletter.

The Perfect

Gift Sharon Bondy’s

“A Double

Portion”

book is available for sale at the Center for only $11. (Proceeds go to the Center.) Have you ever wondered about the own-ers of the stable where Jesus was born?

Sharon Bondy’s “A Double Portion” intro-duces us to the family who offered Mary and Joseph shelter, assistance, and food

that special Christmas so many years ago. The book talks about the friend-

ship that developed between the two couples and their children — twins Dave and Deborah — “a double portion.”

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Your Health. Our Mission.

Thanks to ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital

for sponsoring the Health Odyssey Program.

Offering Pace-Setting Health Care in

Monroe, MI

NOW ACCEPTING

APPLICATIONS Apartment Living at its Best!

Spacious & Cozy 1 & 2 Bedroom Homes Utility Allowance: Heat & Electric

Controlled Access Entry, Smoke Detectors, Laundry, Planned

Social Events, Arts & Craft Room with kiln Emergency Pull Cords, Local Buses. Monroe Center for Healthy Aging is right next door with activities

and Cafe’ delivery. Professional & Courteous Staff

24-Hour Emergency Maintenance Rent is 30% of your income,

elderly preferred.

America’s Oldest

Continuously

Owned Family Business

“SINCE 1868”

SIEBPLUMBING HEATING & AIR C NDITI NING

NE ST P SH P FREE ESTIMATES N INSTALLATI NS

NEED A HANDICAP BATHROOM? Having Trouble Getting Into Bath Tub

We Remove The Tub and Install Shower Toilet too low—need a higher one

Need Grab Bars

RESIDENTIAL · COMMERCIAL · INDUSTRIAL

24 HR EMERGENCY SERVICE

NEW INSTALLATION

REMODELING · REPAIRS

734.241.8898



We are a five star award winning

nursing facility offering both

short term rehab

and long term care.

Amenities:

Beautician/Barber Shop

Cable TV/In-Room

Phones

Individual Heating and Cooling Units for each room

On-Site Activities

Private dining room for

family gatherings

Religious/non-denominational services

Transportation to nearby appointments

Visiting pets are

welcome

Services:

Around the Clock nursing care

E-stim/ultra sound therapy

Hospice

IV Therapy

Medication Administration

Respite Care

Pain Management

Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy

Tube Feeding

Wound Care Management

Dietary and Nutritional

Services

FOUNTAIN VIEW

OF MONROE

1971 North Monroe Street

Monroe MI 48162

Phone: 734-243-8800

Fax: 734-243-8835

Website: cienafacilities.com


CAFÉ pen 7 days a week

Eating at the Cafe’ is easy as 1, 2, 3 !

1. Place your order and pay at the front desk, then scan your key card.

2. Make two left turns, and take your slip to the serving line.

3. If you’re getting the main choice or the salad bar, you’ll get your food right away.

Otherwise, the kitchen staff will prepare your meal and bring it to your table.

The Cafe’s meals are not subsidized by state

or federal tax dollars. We charge according to

our real expenses. We do this to have affordable

meals, lots of choices, and remain open to all!

Dine in or carryout available.

Retiree & Social Groups

Woodhaven Ford Retirees Breakfast — 1st Monday —


Monroe Ford Salary Retirees Lunch — 1st Monday —


Monroe Good Time Cruisers every Thursday at 8:00 a.m.

Holcim Inc. (Dundee Cement) Twice a year reunion

breakfast in May & October.

Academy/Catholic Central Class of 1958 Breakfast —

second Tuesday of month at 8:30 a.m. — January 8

MAECO Retirees — second Wednesday of the month at

8:30 a.m. — January 9

Monroe High School Class of ‘67 Breakfast — third

Wednesday of the month at 9 a.m. — January 16

Jones Transfer MGO — Next Breakfast Gathering will be

scheduled soon. Contact Karen Straub for information.

We’d love to add your group to this list!

Weekdays (Monday - Friday)

Breakfast 7:00 to 10:00 a.m. Please note that

Breakfast ends

promptly at

10 a.m. so

Lunch can be

served on time.

Breakfast is on a

per item basis. Create your own combo of meat,

eggs, pancakes, oatmeal, fruit and more. Coffee

and tea are complimentary. Juices and milk are

available, along with a variety of breads for toast.

Lunch 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Lunch is full of choices, from the combo meal

(daily special, salad bar, and dessert); the daily

special, or the salad bar alone. You can also

choose from a variety of

sandwiches or the soup

of the day. Center

members enjoy a price

discount, but all meals

are reasonably priced

and made right in our

kitchen.

Saturday Breakfast and Lunch

7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Breakfast is served from 7 am to 1 pm on a per

item basis. Lunch starts at 11 am with variety of

sandwiches offered or enjoy the soup of the day.

Sunday Dinners—Home Cooked—Perfect

Option for a Sunday Meal! Dinner is served

from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Full meals include main

choice, salad bar, and home-baked pies. Salad

Bar alone or main choice alone is also available.

Center members enjoy a price discount.

The Center is open

until 7 pm on

Mondays,

Wednesdays, and

Thursdays.

Evening Meals,

Dessert, and Milk

Shakes are available

for dine in, carry out, or delivery

to Mable Kehres residents from 4 - 6 p.m.

Evening Meals Available Three Times a Week

Come and Enjoy Our Homecooked Meals! We are Open to the Public!


Evening Meals Served 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Main Choice: $2.75 + Tax ($2.92)

Monday Wednesday Thursday

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New Year’s Eve

Party with Pizza

(No Evening Meal)

January 2

Baked Potato Bar

with Chili, Cheese,

Onions, and Broccoli

January 3

Hot Turkey

Mashed Potatoes

Brussels Sprouts

7

Beef Nachos

Spanish Rice

Fruit

9 Chili

Grilled Cheese

Sandwich

10

Chef Salad

Multi-Grain Bread

Fruit

14

Ham

Homemade Mac &

Cheese

Applesauce

16

Chicken Burrito

Refried Beans

Chips and Salsa

17

BLT Sandwich

Pasta Salad

21

Hamburger Steak

with onions & gravy

Mashed Potatoes

Cauliflower

23

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Chips and Pickle

Fruit

24

Bean Soup

Corn Bread

Monroe Center

meals are open to the

public.

Menu

subject to change.

734-

241-0404

28

Swedish Meat Balls

over Noodles

Pears

30

French Toast with

Apple Topping

Sausage Links

31

Chicken & Spinach

Lasagna Roll-Ups

Cottage Cheese

Garlic Bread

2019

Assorted Desserts: $1.25 plus tax

Milk Shakes: Vanilla, Chocolate, or Caramel: Medium: $1.50 Large $2.00

plus tax Strawberry: Medium $2.00 Large $2.50 plus tax

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