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Volume XXXVI • August/September 2016 • Number 4 • www.co.grant.wi.gov

- Grant County

The ADRC of Southwest Wisconsin Offers the Following Transportation Programs in Grant County:

Talking abouT Driving WiTh an olDer DriverIn the next 20 years, the population of people age 65 and older is expected to reach 70 million. Many of these will be drivers. In fact, right now, there are about 30 million licensed drivers age 65 or older.

People under age 75 have relatively low crash involvement. However, after age 75, this changes because these drivers may have health conditions or take medications that negatively affect their driving abilities, and this can put them and other road users at risk.

These drivers may not be aware of these changes, or they may not be willing to admit them – to themselves or to others – including family members. Or in the case of people with cognitive impairments like dementia; they don’t necessarily have the insight to recognize poor performance.

Many family members or caregivers wonder what they should do if they think a loved one’s driving skills have diminished. And that’s the dilemma. Family members don’t know how to assess their loved one’s driving abilities. They dread approaching an older loved one to discuss whether he or she needs to modify his or her driving habits or even stop driving.

However, older drivers and their loved ones and caregivers need to take a realistic, ongoing inventory of the older driver’s skills and openly discuss them. Family members need to remember one very important thing: many older drivers look at driving as a form of independence. Bringing up the subject of their driving abilities can make some drivers defensive, angry, hurt, or withdrawn. Be prepared with observations and questions, listen with an open mind, and be prepared to offer possible transportation alternatives.

If you answer “yes” to any of the following questions, you might need to talk about driving with an older driver:

Does he or she get lost on routes that should be familiar?��Have you noticed new dents, scratches, or other damage to his or her vehicle?��Has he or she been warned by a police officer, about poor driving performance, or received a ticket for a ��driving violation?Has he or she experienced a near miss or crash recently?��Has his or her doctor advised him or her to limit or stop driving due to a health reason?��Is he or she overwhelmed by signs, signals, road markings, and everything else he or she needs to focus on ��when driving?Does he or she take any medication that might affect his or her capacity to drive safely?��Does he or she stop inappropriately and/or drive too slowly, preventing the safe flow of traffic?��Does he or she suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, glaucoma, cataracts, arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, ��diabetes, or other illnesses that may affect his or her driving skills?

If you answered “yes” to any of the previous questions about an older driver, it is important to have caring, respectful, and non-confrontational conversations about his or her safety, as well as the safety of others on the road. Show genuine concern and understanding, and offer viable alternatives that will not injure the older driver’s self-respect and sense of independence. You might also consider taking a ride with an older driver to observe his or her driving skills, or encourage him or her to get a vision and hearing evaluation, or to enroll in a older driver safety class. You can also discuss your concerns with your loved one’s physician, and ask for recommendations.

The good news is that depending on the severity of the problem, older drivers may be able to adjust their driving habits to increase their safety. For example, they may limit driving to daylight hours and good weather, or avoid highways and high traffic areas.

National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationOur Mission: Save lives, prevent injuries, reduce vehicle-related crashes

Bus: The bus service operates Monday through Friday to provide transportation to individuals age 60 and older or anyone who is disabled. Riders are picked up at their homes and transported to multiple locations. Drivers will provide assistance with packages, if needed. Destinations are decided by the passenger needs. Bus trips also offer riders the opportunity to dine and participate in activities at one of our Senior Dining Sites. Trips Program: The Trips program is a door-to-door transportation service. Transportation is provided by volunteer drivers using their own vehicles. To use this service, a passenger must be able to get in and out of the vehicle on their own. Drivers are not allowed to lift passengers or provide medical care. Medical trips are the primary focus of the Trips program but other trips will be considered on a case by case basis. Trips reservations should be made as soon as possible to allow the ADRC time to schedule a driver. Reservations must be made at least 2 business days prior to the appointment. Fees are based on the passenger’s location and destination. Taxi: The Taxi provides services to Lancaster, Fennimore and Boscobel. The Taxi is open to people of all ages, within the city limits and is wheelchair accessible. Wheel Chair Accessible Van: A wheelchair van may be scheduled to transport individuals who are unable to transfer out of their wheelchair to medical appointments and social outings. Charges for this service are billed on a per hour and per mile rate.

All Services are based upon availability and restrictions. Please call the ADRC office at (608) 723-6113 to discuss your needs or to get more information on fares and schedules or visit the Grant County website at www.co.grant.wi.gov.

Transit Notes ..............................................2

Caregiver Basics .........................................3

A Closer Look at Drug Prices ....................4

Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program .........5

August & September Menus .......................6

Elder Benefit Specialist Program ................7

The PX .......................................................7

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News and Views is a bi-monthly publication of the Aging & Disability Resource Center - Grant County.

Aging & Disability Resource Center - Grant County (ADRC)

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Call (608) 723-6113 or 1-800-514-00661-877-SWI-ADRC Fax (608) 723-6122

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Copies are available while supplies last.

The ADRC operates its programs and services without regard to race, color, and national origin in accordance with Title VI of the Civil

Rights Act. Any person who believes she or he has been aggrieved by any unlawful discriminatory practice under Title VI may file a

complaint with the ADRC. For more information on the ADRC’s civil rights program, and the procedures to file a complaint, contact

(608) 723-6113 or 1-800-514-0066; email adrc@co.grant.wi.gov

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How Dementia May Affect PeopleBy: Whitney Thompson, MPH, CHES, Dementia Care Specialist for the ADRC of SW WI (Grant, Green, Iowa, & Lafayette Counties)

Dementia affects every person differently. Each person is a unique individual and that does not change with dementia. Not everyone with dementia will exhibit the same symptoms, with the same rate of progression. Although each individual is unique, the following are examples of

some of the common changes and challenges that may occur with dementia, particularly in the early to middle stages:1. Challenges with short-term memory

• Examples: Individuals with dementia may forget what happened earlier in the day, week, or month. They may not remember visiting with someone, taking their medications, or even having breakfast. They may ask the same questions or tell the same stories repeatedly.

2. Communication problems• Examples: Individuals with dementia may

describe the function of an item instead of naming it, have complications with finding the right words, struggle to follow a conversation, or use broad words and descriptions in their communication.

3. Difficulties with thinking things through and planning• Examples: Individuals may have problems with

carrying out everyday tasks such as handling money, preparing food, or maintaining personal hygiene.

4. Confusion about time or place• Examples: They may get lost in a familiar place

or be unaware of the time or date. 5. Changes in judgement and reasoning

• Examples: Individuals with dementia may be unaware of the risks and consequences of certain actions. They may spend large amounts

of money on things they would not normally spend money on, or not realize the danger of their reduced decision making while driving.

6. Vision and perception changes• Examples: They may have difficulty reading and

judging distance. They may also get confused by shiny and patterned objects or reflections.

7. Unusual emotional behavior or responses• Examples: Individuals with dementia may

become sad, angry, frightened, or upset. They may also seem to lack self-confidence or display changes in mood.

It is essential to realize that our loved ones, friends, and community members with dementia are not choosing to have these changes occur. They have changes and damage in their brains that are causing the changes and challenges. Be understanding.

If you are impacted by dementia and looking for more support, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center in Grant County to get connected to the Dementia Care Specialist by calling 800-514-0066 or (608) 723-6113. Know you are not alone!

Whitney Thompson

Transit NotesSouth Regular Route

Monday, August 1 ................................. Cuba CityTuesday, August 2 .................................. LancasterWednesday, August 3 ............................. PlattevilleThursday, August 4 ................................ Cuba CityMonday, August 8 ......... Out of town to PlattevilleTuesday, August 9 .................................. LancasterWednesday, August 10 ........................... PlattevilleThursday, August 11 .............................. Cuba CityMonday, August 15 ..................................CassvilleTuesday, August 16 ................................ LancasterWednesday, August 17 ........................... PlattevilleThursday, August 18 .............................. Cuba CityMonday, August 22 ....... Out of town to PlattevilleTuesday, August 23 ................................ LancasterWednesday, August 24 ........................... PlattevilleThursday, August 25 .............................. Cuba CityTuesday, August 30 ................................ LancasterWednesday, August 31 ........................... PlattevilleThursday, September 1 .......................... Cuba CityMonday, September 5 ............................... No BusTuesday, September 6 ............................ LancasterWednesday, September 7 ....................... PlattevilleThursday, September 8 .......................... Cuba CityMonday, September 12 . Out of town to PlattevilleTuesday, September 13 .......................... LancasterWednesday, September 14 ..................... PlattevilleThursday, September 15 ........................ Cuba CityMonday, September 19 ............................CassvilleTuesday, September 20 .......................... LancasterWednesday, September 21 ..................... PlattevilleThursday, September 22 ........................ Cuba CityMonday, September 26 . Out of town to PlattevilleTuesday, September 27 .......................... LancasterWednesday, September 28 ..................... PlattevilleThursday, September 29 ........................ Cuba City Friday, September 30 ........ Special Trip - Gays Mills

*Sign Up Deadline 9/23

North Regular RouteFriday, July 29 ......................................... PlattevilleFriday, August 5 ......................................BoscobelFriday, August 12 ................................... MuscodaFriday, August 19 .........................Prairie du ChienFriday, August 26 ................................... MontfortMonday, August 29 ................................ PlattevilleFriday, September 2 .................................BoscobelFriday, September 9 ................................ MuscodaFriday, September 16 ....................Prairie du ChienFriday, September 23 .............................. MontfortFriday, September 30 ........ Special Trip - Gays Mills

*Sign Up Deadline 9/23

The ADRC operates buses Monday through Friday to provide transportation to individuals age 60 and older or anyone who is disabled. Riders are picked up at their homes and transported to multiple locations. Destinations are decided by the passenger’s needs. Bus trips offer riders the opportunity to dine and participate in activities at one of our Senior Dining Sites. Reservations are required. Drivers can provide assistance with packages, if needed.

Call the ADRC at (608) 723-6113 or 1-800-514-0066 for more information or to make your reservation.

Step Forward. Give Hope.

Join the 2016 Alzheimer’s Walk

in Lancaster.Are you impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or other

forms of dementia? According to the Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report for 2016, more than five million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s; approximately 106,000 in Wisconsin. Every person touched by dementia will need support to help them navigate the course of the disease, guidance through the complex maze of issues that can arise, education, and access to resources.

The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin (ADAW) has offered local support and services for over 30 years with an emphasis on increasing quality of life for the person with dementia, their caregivers and loved ones. Last year alone, the Alliance had over 24,900 points of contact through support groups, educational programs, personal care consultations, and helpline calls.

Through ADAW’s early stage programs individuals diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or early stage dementia receive education on dementia-related issues and concerns, personal support, and a welcoming environment to share with others who are experiencing similar issues.

For caregivers, the Alliance offers free family education programs, legal and financial planning seminars and additional workshops throughout the year to aid caregivers in understanding the disease and addressing specific topics.

For more information, contact Becky DeBuhr, Outreach Specialist, at (608) 723-4288 or visit www.alzwisc.org.

Step Forward. Give Hope. Make a difference in the lives of individuals and families in your community by joining the 14th Annual Grant County Alzheimer’s Walk on Saturday, September 24 at the Grant County Fair Grounds in Lancaster. Register today. Visit www.alzwisc.org for details.

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Caregiving BasicsJane Mahoney, Older Americans Act Consultant, Greater Wisconsin Agency on Aging Resources

When you first learn that a loved one needs help it is hard to know where to begin. Sometimes there is a sudden change of health that prompts you to get involved. Other times it is a gradual realization that the person is no longer capable of meeting all of their needs. In either situation, knowing what steps to take can be difficult. The following are some basic steps to get you started.

Learn about the person’s illness, disease or condition. Understanding the nature of the disease, its symptoms and what to expect, is helpful in caring for the person. Talk to a health care provider, research the internet or read books or pamphlets to help you understand what the person is dealing with and specific ways you can help.

Determine areas of need. Write down the specific needs such as housecleaning, grocery shopping, meals, help with bathing, and transportation to medical appointments. Then discuss possible ways to meet these needs with friends, family members and the person’s health care provider.

Research community resources. Contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center for local resources and services. Explore options like home delivered meals, in-home supportive care services, Lifeline, transportation services and adult day care. Contact organizations specific to the disease such as the Alzheimer’s Association or the Stroke Foundation. Keep the information you gather in a file for use later on.

Plan for immediate care. Find out the persons

wishes for immediate and long term care. Adapt the environment by doing a home safety check as well as purchasing items for any special needs such as a walker, commode, wheelchair or other adaptive equipment. Find a way to log the person’s health such as eating patterns, symptoms, and medications.

Enlist the help of others. Determine what you can realistically do, then make a list of other people who can help. Don’t try to do it all on your own. Write down tasks that others can help with such as running errands or providing a meal. Include an alternate emergency plan in case you are unable to carry out your duties.

Organize important information. Write down pertinent medical information including doctors’ names and phone numbers, insurance information and medication/pharmacy information. Collect and list financial and other important information such as household bills, loans, bank accounts and insurance policies. Also include copies of social security, driver’s license and insurance cards of the person being cared for.

Plan for the future. Get information about the long term prognosis in order to make appropriate plans. Assess the financial situation and contact a financial advisor who is familiar with caregiving issues if necessary. Talk to a lawyer about a durable power of attorney for health care and finances. Include the person as much as possible in the planning.

Take care of yourself, too. Find support through a friend, counselor or support group. Talk about your struggles and how it feels to be a caregiver. Take regular breaks from caregiving and keep doing some activities or hobbies that bring you pleasure. Let go of less important commitments. No one can do it all! Make sure you are eating well, getting enough sleep and exercise and are spending time with family or friends in order to keep yourself healthy.

Call the Aging & Disability Resource Center at (608) 723-6113 or 1-800-514-0066 for information on caregiver support groups, local caregiving resources or to talk to someone about specific caregiving issues.

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Medicare Part D officially became available to Medicare beneficiaries on January 1, 2006. Prior to that, there was no drug coverage for seniors under Medicare. Part D came about under the Medicare Modernization Act of 2003. The new law included a provision that prohibits the government from negotiating drug prices on behalf of Medicare beneficiaries. This is known as the “non-interference clause.” This clause is in stark contrast to other federal programs such as Medicaid and the Veterans Affairs, which are required by law to utilize the buying power of all beneficiaries to negotiate lower drug costs. In comparison, for Part D, it is left up to each individual drug plan to negotiate its own drug prices separately with pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies.

Because drug prices have been fairly flat in recent years, there has not been

much push to change this policy up until February 2016. However, prescription drug costs are projected to increase significantly in upcoming years, and are on track to double by 2022 due to all the baby boomers (current cost for Part D is $80 billion/year).

President Obama attempted to allow for some governmental negotiation of Medicare drug prices, but Congress has declined to make any changes. According to a survey in 2015, 83% of the overall population favors government negotiation of Medicare drug costs. More specifically, 93% of Democrats favor it, and 74% of Republicans favor it. There are 3 proposed options for change:1. Strike the non-interference clause all together so that the HHS Secretary can

negotiate and oversee drug prices on behalf of all Medicare beneficiaries; 2. Establish a public Part D plan administered by HHS Secretary to operate

alongside private Part D plans. In this case, the Secretary would establish a formulary and negotiate drug prices for drugs on that formulary; or

3. Authorize the HHS Secretary to negotiate Rx prices solely for a limited amount of expensive drugs or unique drugs that lack therapeutic alternatives.

The upcoming presidential election may bring out discussions regarding changes to Medicare and/or Social Security. People are encouraged to make their voices heard and contact their local legislators regarding this important issue.

Sources: http://kff.org/medicare/issue-brief/searching-for-savings-in-medicare-drug-price-negotiations/

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The Aging and Disability Resource Center has Senior Farmers’ Market checks available June 1 through September 30. The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (Senior FMNP) offers low-income older citizens an opportunity to purchase fresh, locally-grown fruits, vegetables and herbs from certified farmers.

Senior FMNP checks can be used from June 1 through October 31 at any participating farmers’ market or roadside stand in Wisconsin. In addition to offering nutritious foods, Senior FMNP supports local economies by increasing the use of farmers’ markets.

To qualify, you must be a resident of Grant County age 60 or over or a Native American over the age of 55. Your annual income must be at or below $21,978 for an individual or $29,637 for a couple.

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Shopping at a farmers’ market is a great way to get fresh, seasonal, locally grown fruits and vegetables. Here are a few tips to make your trip successful and fun.

BYOB. Bring a couple of durable, reusable bags to carry all of your delicious farm‐fresh fruits and vegetables. You can also bring storage containers for the more delicate fruits and vegetables like blackberries and cherry tomatoes.

Don’t let the crowds overwhelm you. Farmers’ markets can get crowded and busy. Be patient, and take your time checking out each vendor’s produce.

Arrive early. For the best selection, go to the farmers’ market early.

Stop at each vendor’s stand before making a purchase. Prices and selection can vary from farmer to farmer; so, make sure you “comparison shop” before making any purchases.

Talk to the growers. Try the samples, especially if they are something new. If something is unfamiliar, ask the growers how it tastes and how they like to prepare it. If you don’t see something that you especially like, ask the growers where to find it.

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SunGarden Greenhouse is Grant County’s newest source for sweet cherry tomatoes, bright orange slicing tomatoes and fresh aromatic basil, as well as everybody’s favorite red slicing tomatoes. In production for less than a year, the SunGarden’s produce has received rave reviews for its beauty and superb flavor. The greenhouse was built with the goal of providing meaningful jobs and job training opportunities for the clients of Southwest

Opportunities Center while strengthening the agency’s community ties.

There are over 1,000 tomato plants growing in the greenhouse in hydroponic systems. Hydroponic growing mean delivering nutrient enriched water directly to plants grown without soil. In the SunGarden, plants are grown in pots of hard clay pebbles and the vines are clipped to trellis lines. The vines can grow to over 30' in length so each plant must pruned and trained weekly. This tight control of plant growth maximizes productivity and quality. Several varieties of tomatoes are continually growing and producing so tomatoes are picked every day. With this work load, SOC client workers are essential to keeping plants and facilities ship shape.

Area hospitals, restaurants, residential facilities and retailers are taking advantage of the steady supply of delicious vine-ripened tomatoes and tomatoes are available to the public Monday through Saturday at the SunGarden Greenhouse Market ,1600 Industrial Park Road, Lancaster, WI. (located across from Allegiant Oil). Come give your new tomato source a try!

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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

BBQ Chicken Mashed Potatoes

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Potato SaladChunky Applesauce

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August 1 August 2 August 3 August 4 August 5

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Brat on a Bun w/SauerkrautOven Browned Potatoes

Sunshine SaladScotcheroo

August 15 August 16 August 17 August 18 August 19

Scalloped Potatoes & Ham Sweet & Sour Coleslaw

Fresh Melon MedleyDutch Apple Pie

Baked Cod w/Tartar SauceParsley Seasoned Potatoes

Hot Buttered BeetsPineapple Upside Down Cake

Pork Roast w/GravySweet Potatoes

Seasoned Green Beans Pumpkin Bar

w/Cream Cheese Frosting

BBQ Chicken BreastCowboy Potatoes

Maple Baked Beans Frosted Cake

Birthday: Boscobel

Autumn Harvest CasseroleSpinach Salad

Whole Wheat Dinner RollLemon Bar

August 22 August 23 August 24 August 25 August 26

Tuna Salad Sandwich on Whole Wheat Bread

Broccoli SoupPea & Cheese Salad

Cookie – Baker’s Choice

Shepherd’s PieSeven Layer SaladMulti Grain Bread

Pecan Pie Bar

Pineapple Glazed Ham SliceDuchess Potatoes

Waldorf Apple SaladPeach Crisp

Salmon LoafBaked PotatoCreamed PeasM & M Cookie

Spaghetti w/Meat SauceFrench Bread

Broccoli Cauliflower SaladPears

Chocolate Revel Bar

August 29 August 30 August 31 September 1 September 2

AUGUST 2016 Fellowship, Food and FunSENIOR DINING

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Tuna Salad on Whole Wheat Bread

Broccoli SoupPea & Cheese Salad

Cookie – Baker’s Cookie

Shepherd’s PieSeven Layer SaladMulti Grain Bread

Pecan Pie Bar

Pineapple Glazed Ham SliceDuchess Potato

Waldorf Apple SaladPeach Crisp

Salmon Loaf Baked Potato Creamed Peas M & M Cookie

Spaghetti w/Meat SauceFrench Bread

Broccoli & Cauliflower SaladPears

Chocolate Revel Bar

August 29 August 30 August 31 September 1 September 2

Labor Day

No Meals Served

Saucy Pork ChopsScalloped Potatoes

Seasoned Green BeansBlond Brownie

Salisbury Steak Cowboy Potatoes

Fresh Tomato SaladFrosted Cinnamon Roll

Sloppy Joe on a BunOven Browned Potatoes

Baked BeansWatermelon & Cantaloupe

Pudding Pie Square

Oven Baked ChickenMashed PotatoesCreamed Carrots

Frosted Cake Birthday: Muscoda

September 5 September 6 September 7 September 8 September 9

LasagnaColeslaw

Garlic Bread Apricots

Carrot Cake

Orange Glazed Chicken BreastAu Gratin Potatoes

Gelatin w/Pear SaladChocolate Chip Cookie

Calico Bean CasseroleOrange Pineapple Salad

CornbreadBread Pudding

w/Caramel Sauce

Hamloaf Potatoes O’Brien

Fresh Vegetable Salad w/Broccoli & Diced Tomatoes

Lemon Bar

MeatloafSweet PotatoesScalloped Corn

Pumpkin Pie Square w/Topping

September 12 September 13 September 14 September 15 September 16

Chicken, Broccoli & RiceCasserole

Buttered CarrotsCaesar Salad

Peanut Butter Cookie

Pasty Aunt Carol’s Salad

Dinner RollAngel Food Cake w/Fruit Topping

Roast Pork w/GravyMashed PotatoesCranberry Salad

Frosted CakeBirthdays: Fennimore, Cuba City, Platteville & Montfort

Sliced Roast BeefParsley Buttered Potatoes

Tropical FruitApple Cobbler

Birthday: Boscobel

Hamburger on a Bun w/Onions & Mushrooms

Potato SaladDiced Cantaloupe Pieces

Cream Puff

September 19 September 20 September 21 September 22 September 23

Tuna Noodle CasseroleCucumber & Tomato Salad

Dinner RollGingerbread w/Topping

Swiss SteakDuchess PotatoesSeven Layer Salad

Cherry Fluff

Chicken Ala King over a Baking Powder BiscuitDiced Peaches

Banana Bar w/ Cream Cheese Frosting

Baked CodParsley Buttered Potatoes

Mixed Green Salad w/Dressing

Ranger Cookie

Kielbasa w/Cabbage, Carrots & Potatoes

Banana Frosted Cupcake

September 26 September 27 September 28 September 29 September 30

BAGLEYMon, Wed, & Fri - NOON

Community Building(608) 996-2031

BLUE RIVERMon.-Thur., 11:30 a.m.

Civic Center(608) 537-2787

BOSCOBELNOON

Tuffley Center(608) 375-4505

CASSVILLET/W/Th/4th Mon. 11:30 a.m.

Municipal Building(608) 725-5923

CUBA CITY11:30 a.m.VFW Hall

(608) 744-2780

DICKEYVILLETues., 11:30 a.m.500 East Avenue(608) 568-3612

FENNIMORENOON

Sunset Fields Apartments(608) 822-6867

LANCASTERNOON

Sunrise Valley Building F (608) 723-6500

MONTFORTNOON

Community Building(608) 943-6299

MUSCODANOON

Kratochwill Building(608) 739-3180

PLATTEVILLE11:30 a.m.

Senior Center(608) 348-8042

SEPTEMBER 2016 Fellowship, Food and Fun

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Angela Froiseth,Disability Benefit

Specialist

Youth Transitioning to Adulthood

To be eligible for Social Security disability benefits, a person must be either blind or disabled. Disability under Social Security rules is based on an adult’s permanent inability to perform full-time work.

When a child turns 18, Social Security uses the adult definition of disability.

Age 18 RedeterminationChildren who received Supplemental Security Income

(SSI) immediately prior to their 18th birthday will need to be reevaluated with the adult disability criteria to see if benefits can continue. This is called an “Age 18

Redetermination” and is a new disability decision using adult criteria of disability. Approximately 1/3 of all childhood SSI recipients will be found not disabled under the adult criteria. This redetermination is initiated by Social Security usually around the month of the individual’s 18th birthday. A notice of Disability Redetermination is sent to the individual and benefits continue through the process. Benefits will continue to be paid to the individual if the completed paperwork is turned in within 10 days.

18 year-old individuals applying for disability benefits who were not on SSI immediately prior to their 18th birthday

A new application needs to be submitted to request benefits if not on SSI immediately prior to the 18th birthday. A new adult disability medical determination is required by Social Security even if your child is coming off Medical Assistance through Katie Beckett or similar program. It is useful to include on the application if your child has been on Katie Beckett as this can help get quicker access to the medical file and may reduce the time to make a new medical decision.

SSI ConsiderationsSSI is a needs based program and is only available to elderly, blind or

disabled individuals with low income and low assets. If a child is under age 18, not married, and lives at home with parent(s) who do not receive SSI benefits, Social Security counts parent income and assets as if they were available to the child. When a child turns 18, parent income and assets are not counted so it is advisable to apply for disability benefits the month after a child turns 18 and no earlier than the month the child turns 18.

There is a reduction in SSI payments for people who live in the household of another and do not pay their fair share of household expenses. If your child will be living with you or someone else, it is beneficial to set up a formal living arrangement so the SSI program can determine the proper payment level. A flat fee arrangement can establish a formal living arrangement. If the young adult pays a monthly rental fee for both food and shelter at least equal to 34% of the federal benefit plus $20 per month, the SSI rules allow for the full federal SSI payment.

Want to be your child’s advocate at age 18? You need legal guardianship or signed consent.

If your age 18 child does not have a court appointed guardian, your child must give Social Security permission to talk to you. Your child can complete an Authorized Representative form or a Consent for Release of Information form. The Authorized Representative form is signed by your adult child and you and allows you to act as their representative for their claim. The Consent for Release of Information form is signed by your adult child and allows Social Security to legally talk with you.

How to apply for Social Security disability benefitsContact the Disability Benefits Specialist at the ADRC or go to www.ssa.

gov. You do not need to list individual doctors but it is important to list all clinics and hospitals you have gone to for your disabling condition(s). 12 months of medical history is usually sufficient. Write down or print your re-entry number. Complete and click send for each part of the application. This sets your filing date. You can also call the local office to set your filing date. You do not need to obtain your medical records. The release you are asked to complete allows Social Security to request these records.

The contact information for the Social Security Office that serves Grant County is: Social Security Administration, 175 W. Alona Lane, Lancaster, WI 53813, Phone: (877) 405-7841, Fax: (608) 723-6423, Email: WI.FO.Lancaster@ssa.gov

If you need assistance with any step of the disability application process or other disability related benefits such as Medicaid, feel free to contact me, Angela Froiseth your Disability Benefit Specialist, at (608) 723-6113.

111 S. Jefferson St.Lancaster, WI(608) 723-6416

Need help, but not surewhere to turn?

PUBLIC HEALTHThis service promotes prevention or early detection ofdisease for individuals, their families and the community.There is no charge for many public health services. Includedare immunizations, follow-up of communicable disease,Health Check, WIC, health counseling, screening and safetyprograms, school and jail health, and environmental healthservices.HOME CAREWe have nurses, home health aides, therapists (physical,speech and occupational) to work together with your doctorto assist you with your home care needs. This service helpsyou reach your optimum level of health.HOSPICEThis service provides care to terminally ill patients and theirfamilies.LOAN CLOSETWheelchairs, walkers, commodes and other equipment areavailable for short-term use. A small deposit is required.

The Grant County Health Departmenthas many services available to its citizens.

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“This We’ll Defend” - Army, “Non sibi sed patriae” (Not Self, but Country) - Navy, “Semper Fidelis” (Always Faithful) - Marine Corps, “Aim High...Fly, Fight, Win” - Air Force, “Semper Paratus” (Always Prepared) - Coast Guard.

These are a few slogans used by our military services, the services that take an oath: I, (NAME), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and alle-giance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the President

of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

As you can see there is nothing in this oath or the various slogans that refers to any particular political party, nor does it say that service members are required to protect anything but the Constitution of the United States. So if this is the case, why are Veterans being used as political pawns? Have we not been asked to - support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domes-tic? As a Congressman from North Carolina said “We owe so much to America’s brave veterans, our freedom, our way of life, even the ability to enjoy an event like the Super Bowl, was purchased through the sacrifice of our veterans.“

The security of Wisconsin’s CVSOs is under attack. I bring this up because of the different action being taken or being proposed by our state or federal levels of govern-ment. During last year’s adoption of Wisconsin’s Biennium Budget, the County Veterans Service Officers (CVSO) block Grant payment was restructured to a reimbursement only payment structure. This restructuring not only affects the county but results in a very cumbersome program that no longer allows salary supplementation, and contains com-plicated rules of eligible reimbursable costs, which together now create fiscal constraints on Wisconsin counties that benefitted from the previous block grant payment structure.

Our Legislature resolved in 1973 to create a state grant system through which the counties could seek fiscal support in providing suitable salary supplements in order to attract full-time (CVSO) to operate County Veterans Service Offices within their local county government construct. The CVSO Grant payment structure was originally con-ceived as a block-grant structure and was based upon employment of a full-time Service Officer and the aggregate general population in each county. Per our state’s statute - Each county may annually apply to the department for a grant for the improvement of service to our veterans of the county through the county veterans service office.

I would ask that you join the multitudes of veteran advocates throughout Wisconsin and express your desire to the Wisconsin State Legislature to have the County Veterans Service Office Grant returned to the original 1973 intent to be used strictly for supple-menting the salary of County Veterans Service Officers in order to improve services to our veterans of the county.

Another issue on the table that undermines the CVSO and their position is that of consolidating service offices and forming consortiums. Due to space restriction and since this issue was pulled after an outcry from Veteran Service Organizations, I’ll address it if our legislators bring it back. Nonetheless, it saddens me as an advocate for veterans that politics are superseding and placed above the needs and well-being of our veterans.

For more informatiom, contact your County Veterans Service Officer, Room 142, Administration Building, 111 S Jefferson St, Lancaster WI, (608) 723-2756 or Veteran@co.grant.wi.gov

The PX:BENEFIT FOR OUR VETERANS

Tim Murphy

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