Paducah-McCracken December County Senior Center 2020

Paducah-McCrackenCounty Senior CenterCLUB60 December2020FREE Membership for those 60 years of age & olderWhat we Provide . Pg 2Health and Fitness Pg 2Services . Pg. 2Health. . . Pg. 3Monthly Menu. . . Pg. 4Senior Spotlight . Pg. 6E-Homes . Pg. 7Volunteer Options . Pg. 8Transportation .Pg. 9Medicare Fraud .Pg. 10Meal Program .Pg. 11Mission Statement: We provide services and opportunities for Seniors which enhancepersonal wellbeing, promote friendship, facilitate sustainable independence and dignity.

Daily Activities IncludeWii, Card Playing, Puzzles, TV,Fellowship, Exercise & WorkoutRoom, Billiards Room, Computerswith Internet, Corn Hole, ExerciseClasses and Lunch.Walk with EasePrograms and ActivitiesTaught by a certified Arthritis Foundation Instructor. Learn tips on howto keep active with Arthritis. Wearwalking shoes. Walking will be outside when weather permits. Nextclass to be announced.Health Speakers &Presentations Weekly presentation on topicsof interest for aging and active senior adults.Exercise for SeniorsEasy stretching and toning exercises; many completed while seated.Good fellowship & friends exercisingtogether Mon. Wed. Fri. at 10 am.Free Computers/Internet & Wi-FiSpunky Old Gals Eating OutMeet the Spunky Old Girls for dinner out on the town.Scheduled one evening in the months of April, July andNovember.Billiards RoomThe Pool Room is open for men and women from 8am to3:45 pm Mon.—Fri. We have professional grade pool tables. The yearly membership fee to use the pool room is 20 for unlimited play.Arts and CraftA variety of craft opportunities are scheduled each month.Beauty ShopOpen Tuesday & Thursday by appointment. Please call Lynn Hunt at 270-559-4986.Free Legal AidEstate planning assistance isavailable now. 270-442-5518 or (800) 467-2218Exercise Workout RoomCommercial treadmills, weight machine, recumbentbikes, free weights and TV. Open Free for Registered Seniors 8am–3:45. Mon. - Fri. No crowds during the afternoon hours.*Programs and Activities arecanceled indefinitely due to thepandemic.Message from the Executive DirectorDear Senior Friends, unfortunately, due to the pandemic, weare temporarily closed to the public. Please be assured, we willreopen when it is deemed safe. We are still serving a grab andgo lunch from 11:30 to 12:15, Monday through Friday. You cancontact us if you have questions about Medicare, RSVP, or EHomes. We look forward to reopening and hope to see all ofyou soon.C !is"# % Th'(ps'), Executive Director2 Page Paducah/McCracken County Senior Center PaducahSeniorCenter.org

Baking with DiabetesHealth CornerBy substituting healthy foods for butter, you can make old favorite recipes diabetes friendly. Here are a fewsuggestions for you to try when you are baking:Avocado. The creamy texture of avocado makes it a good substitute for butter. It also containsheart-healthy fats and fiber that contribute to a well-balanced diet. You can substitute equalamounts of avocado for butter.Unsweetened applesauce. Another option is substituting half the amount of butter and sugarwith unsweetened applesauce. It helps cut not only the fat and sugar, but also the carbs.Stevia. This plant-based sugar substitute is often recommended by nutritionists.Swap out white flour. Nut flours are more stabilizing for blood sugar than baking with traditionalwhite flour. But the taste can take some getting used to. If you can’t make the transition all atonce, swap out a little more each time you bake until you are accustomed to the flavor.Opt for dark chocolate or coffee. Instead of using milk chocolate in your baking, use dark chocolate that has a cocoa content of 70% or higher. Another alternative to try is adding a little coffee.It can give baked goods an interesting flavor without adding sugar and carbs. If neither of these isan option, simply decreasing the 0 ElmdaleRoadExperience, offeringPaducah, KY 42003for well-roundeddaysflavor and flexibility270-534-9173 Lifestyle360 activities Bridge tofor well-rounded daysRediscovery Memory Bridge toRediscovery MemoryCare program,Care program,providing care that providing care thatcelebrates lifecelebrates life Scheduledtransportation Scheduled 24-hour personal caretransportation 24-hour personal carePatsy Sears to place an ad today!psears@lpiseniors.com or (800) 950-9952 x5901www.MorningsideOfPaducah.comCallCallto scheduleyour personalizedto scheduleASSISTEDLIVINGyour MEMORY CAREpersonalizedtour andRESPITE CARESHORT-TERM STAYStour and complimentarylunch.complimentary lunch.www.MorningsideOfPaducah.comAssisted Living Memory CareRespite Care Short-Term Stays 2018 Five Star Senior LivingPetFriendlyPetFriendlyve Star Senior Living 2018 Five Star Senior 05.25.2018Rnd Ver:r02 vAPublication:Client:Morningside of PaducahColorsNotes:CMYKNANANANA1017 TURNPIKE STREET, CANTON, MA 02021 (P) 781.828.9290 (F) 781.828.9419 WWW.TRIADADVERTISING.COMFor ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 www.lpiseniors.comPaducah McCracken Senior Center, Paducah, KYC 4C 01-1466

Faye Somers 1/3/1921-11/16/2020Faye Somers passed away on November16, 2020. She was an active and longtime member of the Paducah SeniorCenter and would have celebrated her100th birthday in January. She was a devoted member of St. Paul LutheranChurch. She was also a member of theMcCracken County Homemakers Club, aKentucky Colonel and Duchess ofPaducah. She was preceded in death byher husband, Robert Somers and stepson Allen Somers. Fay was a valuedmember of the Senior Center and she willbe missed immensely.PaducahSeniorCenter.org Page 6When you need to choose aMedicare plan, Humana can helpTalking it through, helping you choose, gettinganswers, finding resources—human careCall a licensed Humana sales agent for a free consultation*Penney Culppculp@humana.com270-252-4969 (TTY: 711) Humana.com/pculpMonday – Fridayfacebook.com/PenneyCulpKY8 a.m. – 5 p.m.*No obligation to enroll.Y0040 GHHHXDDEN 21 CLawrence ProfessionalCleaning ServicesSpecializing in Janitorial & Flooring270-559-9044For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 www.lpiseniors.comPaducah McCracken Senior Center, Paducah, KYB 4C 01-1466

Home Repair E-HOMESElderly Home Owners Maintenance & Everyday SecurityIn 1999 the local United Way completed a needs assessment forMcCracken County. It was found that there was not an agency thatcould assist low income, senior home owners maintain a safe home.This was the birth of our E-HOMES program.Many times older home owners have worked hard to pay off the homebut as they age they are not physically or economically able to maintainthe safety and security of the home. We can assist with minor maintenance, electrical, plumbing, locks, window repair, safety and security.We also help with mobility adaptations such as grab bars in the bathroom, tub or shower or hand held shower units, railing on your steps ornew low profile thresholds and limited ramps. We can assist in minor home repair for low income homeowners in McCracken county. (No rental property)7 Page PaducahSeniorCenter.orgPatsy Sears to place an ad today!psears@lpiseniors.comor (800) 950-9952 x5901For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 www.lpiseniors.comPaducah McCracken Senior Center, Paducah, KYD 4C 01-1466

RSVP Retired & SeniorVolunteer Program .Thank You For VolunteeringAttention Seniors:.Ladies Living Free– Needing a HandyMan.United Way—Volunteers for the VirtualPals and to send out thank you cards.Paducah Railroad MuseumTour Guide– Guide tours through theRailroad Museum.Gift Shop– Sell different items, work thecash register, opening and closing, putting logs out, taking out trash, etc.Front Desk—Greet visitors, answerphones, light clerical.Please contact: Logan Blewett at (270)9086451St. Vincent DePaul Budget StoreSorter-sorting donated items for resaleor disposal.Pricier–tagging prices on clothingFood Pantry– Distribution of food fromthe pantry.Please Contact: Norma Cox at(270)442-9351To serve at any of our stations, callthe RSVP office at (270)4428993 oremail : Helena@pmcsc.orgAmerican Red Cross– Needing the following positions filled: Disaster ActionTeam Members, Preparedness Educator, Client Casework Support, andHome Fire Campaign Member. Contact : Tiffany Gartley at 270– 816-8892 orLinda Porter at 270-570-0395 for moreinformation.8 Page Paducah/McCracken County Senior Center PaducahSeniorCenter.org

Transportation ProgramSenior TransportationProviding rides for Sr. Adults in McCracken County.Pre-registration is required at the Senior Center.Transport to the following locations:To the Senior Center for lunch & activities . Pharmacy .Medical Appointments Food Stamp Office Social Security Office Government Offices-upon approval . The Bank of your choice,once per month . Grocery Tues. & Fri. Only. You can be transported to the grocery closestto your home or the closest Kroger. (No Wal-Mart rides) Your packages are limited to 4 bags thatyou must be able to handle yourself. We strongly recommend that you use a foldable cart to holdthe groceries so they will not roll around the bus. The driver is not responsible to assist in carrying the purchases or loading or unloading the cart, although the driver will assist the rider.We suggest a donation of 1 each way. We partner with the Paducah Area Transit-PATS to provide rides for our Seniors. It is mandatory that you make your “Senior Ride” reservation withPATS at 270-444-8700 a minimum of 24 hours before the planned trip.(PATS offices closed Sat. & Sun.)9 Paducah/McCracken County Senior CenterFor ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 www.lpiseniors.comPaducah McCracken Senior Center, Paducah, KYE 4C 01-1466

Senior Medicare Patrol—Protect Detect ReportDecember 2020Annual Open Enrollment ends December7th. Save money and get the best coverage! It is worthwhile to compare!People who bought a Medicare Advantageplan for 2021 qualify for a special enrollment period through March 2021.If you waited past Dec. 7 but need helpwith Medicare call us. There are other situations that might make you eligible tochange plans outside of the Open Enrollment Period.To find a counselor near you call 270-4428993 or 270-559-3509. Leave a voicemail ifneeded.Listen to trusted sources for informationabout social distancing, face coveringsand staying home. Stay safe like ourSanta, the elf and the raindeer. Hang upon sales pitches for unapproved preventive medications and treatments.Call your doctor is you are sick and celebrate the holidays safely.Senior Medicare Patrol wishesyou a Merry Christmas and aHappy New Year. Join us in hoping for a better and safer 2021.We hope to see you in personagain in the Spring. In themeantime we are just a phonecall away.Coming soon: Informationabout 2021 Medicare costs and apacket of activities for these longwinter days.Be cautious about Medicare marketing all the time. You may findyourself flooded with flyers, letters, e-mails and commercials offeringgreat deals. It is always best tospeak to a trusted insuranceagent , SMP or other unbiasedcounselors about your Medicareplan.Watch out for scammers this holiday season! If you receive a phonecall from an unknown number asking for your Medicare number orANY personal information neverhesitate to HANG UP!Don’t forget to get your flu shot!!10 Page Paducah/McCracken County Senior Center PaducahSeniorCenter.org