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Elders' Program Newsletter

January 2009

By Government Programs and Services

Story Created: Nov 14, 2008 at 11:52 AM EST

Story Updated: Dec 30, 2008 at 11:56 AM EST

January 2009

Government Programs and Services Elders Program
5000 Skenondoa Way
Oneida, NY, 13421

Program Hours:
Monday & Friday: 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
1-800-685-6115 or (315) 829-8133

Program Coordinator: Jane Rooney Activities Specialist: Barbara Armstrong Elder Home Respite Aide: Jeanne Dee Northington Cooks: Charisse Gibson Pat Aughe Tim Cousino
Oneida Nation Council: Ray Halbritter Keller George Chuck Fougnier Brian Patterson Pete John Clint Hill Dale Rood Ken Phillips Beulah Green Kim Jacobs Commissioner of Nation Administration
JANUARY 2009 - HIGHLIGHTS January will give us a little time to slow down after a hectic holiday season. It will also give us a chance to look ahead to the things we want to accomplish during the new year. One area of particular interest during these tumultuous economic times is personal finances. During the coming months we will offer opportunities to participate in financial literacy education programs on budgeting, saving, credit, debit, investing and retirement planning. There are a variety of great tools available to help Elders become proficient in basic financial topics. More information will follow in upcoming newsletters. For those who want to start out the year by increasing their level of physical fitness, we have a six-week strength and balance fitness class that begins January 8. To help those in our community who are caregivers, our new caregivers support group will begin on Tuesday, Jan 27. Call Jeanne Dee for more details. Be sure to check the rest of this newsletter for more activity information. EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS Do you drive? Is your car ready for a winter road emergency? You should have an emergency supply kit in your vehicle, in case you are stranded by a winter storm. The emergency kit should include: a heavy blanket, gloves, hat, scarf and socks non-perishable foods (such as granola bars or peanut butter crackers) first aid kit flashlight snow shovel and ice scraper flares booster cables kitty litter Items can be stored together in a tote
Strength and Balance Class with Linda Sevier Linda Sevier will conduct a six-week strength and balance training class for Elders beginning Jan. 8 at 11:15 a.m. The 30- minute class will apply a variety of specifically targeted exercises designed to improve or maintain balance and flexibility. Linda will incorporate Thera-Bands and chair exercise in the class. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and sneakers to class. Linda has an Associates Degree in Sports, Nutrition and Fitness Management and is a certified ACE Personal Trainer. Visit Twin Orchards A trip to Twin Orchards in New Hartford is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 5 at 1 p.m. Staying healthy during the flu season is a top priority for our Elders. With this in mind, we are once again offering Elders an opportunity to select from a great variety of local apples, honey, cider and maple syrup at this popular market. Mixed Pool Night Let the games begin! As requested, we have scheduled a mixed pool night for the guys and gals to team up for some fun and laughs. It is all happening on Tuesday, Jan. 6 in the exercise room after soup and sandwich. Grab your partner and get some practice in for the start of this event and see which couple comes out as our first winners for the New Year. Nelson Farms Country Store On Friday, Jan. 9 at 1 p.m., a new venture awaits the Elders when we visit the Nelson Farms Country Store in Cazenovia. This popular local store dates back to the late 1800s and has been restored to its original design and purpose. This old time countrified store highlights some of the products made in the kitchens of Nelson Farms and the “Pride of New York” products from all regions of the state. While at the store you can browse through such specialty items as pancake and muffin mixes, syrups, jams and jellies, cheese, chocolates and also Molly’s ice cream which is made at Morrisville State College. Trip to Weeden's Mini Mall A winter trip to Weeden’s Mini Mall in Camden is planned for Friday, Jan. 30 at 1 p.m. This quaint shop continues to be an appealing place for Elders to find something that piques their interest. The friendly shopkeepers lend to the attraction of this setting as they always have hot drinks to offer customers on chilly wintry days. Indoor Golfing at the Nation Dome Indoor golfing at the dome is slated for Thursday, Jan. 15, following soup and sandwich. The Elders will venture to the green turf at the Nation’s state-of- the-art indoor driving and putting range for an opportunity to get in plenty of practice shots and have some fun and rewarding exercise. Men's Pool Tournament The men’s pool tournament will kick off the new year with a hearty buffet including ham and scalloped potatoes to welcome everyone back to the tables. We are hoping to see all of you there whether you are a player or a spectator. Come cheer on the contenders on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 6 p.m. Dart Challenge We are inviting all Elders to take part in this new sports event at the Center on Tuesday, Jan. 20 after soup and sandwich. Ron Patterson will offer his expertise in the proper dart technique.

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