Newsletter - Senior Center of Jackson Hole

(307)733-7300
scjh@wyom.net
www.seniorcenterjh.org
What’s Happening
at the center!
Play 4 Prevention
12 weeks
Casino Night
Feb. 13th
Dinner with the Doc
Feb. 18th
“The mission of the Senior Center of Jackson Hole
is to provide a range of services to support and
enhance the lives of senior citizens and assist them
to remain independent as long as possible."
DIY Project
Feb. 20th and 27th
Puzzle Sale
Feb. 23-27
Center Hours:
Mon.-Thurs.: 8A.M.-5P.M.
Friday: 8A.M.-3P.M.
Closed weekends
Closed Feb. 16th for Presidents Day
A colored copy of the
newsletter can be found at
seniorcenterjh.org
A Fundraiser for the Senior Center
Friday, February 13th 5-9pm
$30, includes $100 play money, buffet dinner, and
one drink ticket
*Black Jack * Craps * Poker * Bingo * Cash Bar
*Live Auction * Raffle * Music and more!
$5 off for seniors registered with center!
Call to reserve your tickets
1 Vlasta Brazinski
Barbara Finkelson
Gwendolyn Gilday
Elizabeth McKay
Carol Schwender
2 M.A. Holmes
Geprgia Inglis
3 David Dodge
Heinz Walter
Doris Wilson
4 Frank Kenyon
Susan Marsh
5 Jack Ray
John Treitler
6 Stephen Ferch
William Johnson
Fred Ziegler
7 Cindy Dahlin
Berniece Turner
8 Scott Daily
Michael Mahoney
9 Geraldine Battistoli
Dorothy Remington
10 Doris Bystrom
Rae Doty
Linda Edington
William Ward
Doane Wilton
11 Robert Zimmer
12 Rita Edwards
Peggy Hebberger
13 Tim Day
Jerry DeFrance
Ernest LaBelle
Susan McDowell
Jim Riley
14 Carol Harris
15 Nancy Duke
Danna Gardiner
Deane Henderson
Pat Murphy
Mark Memmer
Grace Reuter
16 Alecia Davis
Terry Meyer
Allen Raver
17 Lee Cutler
Ken Down
Judith Greig
Marcella Yocum
Mickey Yamashiro
18 Kris Gridley
Rhea Lewis
Stuart Plummer
Albert Neubauer
19 Joy Booher
Chandler Church
Elizabeth Scott
Patricia Vlchek
20 Barbara Bridges
Jim Huspek
Kay Neubauer
22 Donovan Ryan
23 Betsy Forster
Ricardo Soto
24 Barbara Bryan
Marion Buchenroth
Kathy Garvey
Jan Olsen
25 Gary Isbell
Debbie Schlinger
26 Shirley Batten
Herbert Brooks
Sharon Wiley
27 Carolyn Daily
Dennis McCracken
Teresa Thomas
28 John Asel
Ruth Birkins
Ann Ruehr
BIRTHDAY LUNCH!
Wednesday, Feb. 25th @ noon
Birthdays will receive their lunch compliments
of First Interstate Bank.
Please reserve for
groups of 5 or more.
Did we miss a Birthday?
If your annual registration has expired with the Senior Center, you will not see your birthday listed. Please call us to update.
We want to express a huge THANK YOU to all who contributed to the Dining Room Acoustics Project. The
project is under way and will be completed over the next couple of months. Than you for helping make this
much needed improvement a reality!
Wyoming Senior
Olympics
Winter Games 2015
Feb. 19th-22nd
Hosted in Cody, WY
Alpine Skiing * Nordic Skiing *
Snowshoeing * Basketball * Pickleball * Racquetball * Swimming *
Indoor Mile Walk
To register and for more info:
www.wyseniorolympics.com
Many folks opt to leave Jackson Hole for warmer climates during winter months...just as many, if not
more, stay put using different strategies for enjoying the cold. The coping mechanisms used by seniors to not only survive but thrive from November to May are as diverse as the seniors themselves.
For Sylvia Raumaker "soaking up the sun" is essential. She says she tries to take advantage of
sunshine whenever it comes out. She also goes to the Rec Center for swimming in the winter,
"summer is just too crowded with tourists, and winter is perfect." Sylvia tries to get out of town as
well, heading for the sunshine of tropical locations. This thriving senior says one of the most important things that people overlook is socializing. You will find Sylvia volunteering and socializing
at the Senior Center several days a week.
Greg Lewarchik told us the key to surviving and thriving in a Jackson Hole Winter is staying busy.
Greg is also a volunteer at the Senior Center, where he is starting a workout program using exercise equipment located in the Center's activity room.
One couple said they tried Wintering in a warmer location, and it just didn't agree with them. They
returned to Jackson, and are enjoying their 50th winter here. This couple socializes at the Senior
Center for lunch daily, read everything from newspapers to James Rollins' novels, and volunteer all
over town, including the hospital, museum, and the library.
Chris Englund said surviving and thriving the winter here includes using his Honda 1132 snowblower. It is 32 inches across, 11 horsepower, and is a huge help in clearing sidewalks and driveways. Chris also touts the use of "Stabilizers", similar to "Yak Traks", but with cleats that can be
replaced. This active senior, who turned 60 recently, "discovered" the Senior Center while delivering 120 pounds of food, on his bike, as a volunteer for "Hole Food Rescue". When he found out he
could enjoy weekday lunches for a suggested donation of only $4, "Wham!" he said, "Count me in! I
was getting sick of my own grilled cheese sandwiches."
Marge Ryan, in her beautiful snowman themed outfit, said the key to getting through the winter in
Jackson was to "Stay Busy!" Marge said she volunteers (you may see her behind the desk in the
dining room, taking reservations and checking people in for meals), plays cards with friends, and
participates in lots of activities with her family and her church. Marge says "You need to keep busy,
and not sit around and brood!"
One gentleman, who asked to not be named, said he is currently in his 4th winter of "Sleeping in
my car." He said he wouldn't assume this would be an ideal situation for everyone, but for him it
works...
Karen Swaim, admits there are challenges to not just surviving, but thriving during the cold winter
months in Jackson. She says socializing and staying busy are key. Dashing out of Leslie's Fitness
Class one morning, Karen said exercise like yoga or Leslie's classes, playing Mahjong with the
gang every week, and now taking painting classes...all activities offered by the Senior Center, help
keep her engaged, and chase away the "Winter Blues". She is also a regular at lunches and special
events, and also credits her two cats for keeping her happy and content no matter what the weather
is doing. Karen also volunteers on the "Menu Committee" with Sue Hall and Karen Priebe.
The general sentiment among folks who frequent the Senior Center of Jackson Hole, seems to
echo themes of "Staying Healthy" meaning check-ups, flu shots, washing hands, staying in shape,
(some again cited taking advantage of the varied fitness classes and exercise equipment at the
Senior Center) and good eating habits, (enjoying delicious lunches and other special meals served
up at the Senior Center); "Staying Busy" with volunteering, socializing, and family; and "Positive
Outlook or Attitude" which means, making lemonade when life hands you lemons.
It's not just winter that gives us challenges, as Life can throw things at you any time of year, but
special care is necessary when the mercury in the thermometer drops,
and the snow just keeps falling and falling.
The health articles in this newsletter are intended for information only. They should not be considered as medical advice
about your personal health. This should be obtained directly from your doctor.
Lunch is served
Monday-Friday, 12-1
Suggested Contribution
for Seniors $4
Non-seniors $8
23 Carrot Raisin Salad
Baked Salmon
Brown Rice Pilaf
Roasted Asparagus
Dutch Apple Pie
Orange Juice
16 CLOSED
9 9 Tossed Green Salad
Pizza (meat & veggie)
Orange Slices
Creamy Rice Pudding
2 German Cole Slaw
Hamburger
Lettuce and Tomato
Boston Baked Beans & Bacon
Banana Splits
Monday
Help Available for Prescription Costs
Taking medications regularly at the dose prescribed is
important. Unfortunately, sometimes the cost gets in the
way. If paying for your medications is a problem, the
Senior Center may be able to help you.
Please see Becky for an application.
25 Birthday Lunch
Cran-Apple Salad
Roast Turkey
Mashed Potatoes
Caribbean Blend Veggies
Wheat Roll
Pumpkin Cookie
Apple Juice
19 Chinese New Year
Soup & Salad Option
Asian Salad
Chicken Chow Mein
Rice
Oriental Vegetables
Fresh Fruit Salad
Egg Roll
Fortune Cookie
26 Asian Salad
Baked Steak Teriyaki
Stir Fry Vegetables
Pineapple Chunks
18 Cottage Cheese w/ Peach
Half
Beef Stew
Cheese & Onion Roll
Raspberry Bar
Grape Juice
Dinner with the Doc 6:00
17 Mardi Gras
Soup & Salad Option
The Everything Salad
Jambalaya
Spinach
WW Roll
Citrus Fruit Salad
24 Soup & Salad Option
Chunky Applesauce
Cabbage Roll Casserole
Baked Potato
Pacific Blend Vegetables
Chocolate Surprise Cupcake
12 Soup & Salad Option
Mandarin Spinach Salad
Salisbury Steak w/ Mushroom
Baked Potato
Country Blend Vegetables
Blueberry Buckle
5 Soup & Salad Option
Macaroni & Cheese
Baked Fish
Spinach
Stewed Tomatoes
WW Bread
Apricots
11 Pineapple Orange Juice
Turkey Filet w/ Peas & Onions
Brown Rice Pilaf
Baked Stewed Tomatoes
Fluffy Fruit Cup
Carrot Cake
Meatballs on a Hoagie Bun
Green Beans
Chilled Peaches
Thursday
10 Soup & Salad Option
Tossed Salad
Baked Liver w/ Onions
Whipped Potatoes
Italian Vegetables
Roll
Pear Betty
4 4 Crunchy Calico Salad
Mixed Green Salad
Chicken Pot Pie
Broccoli
Fruit Pizza
Wednesday
3 Soup & Salad Option
Tuesday
**Please call in and
reserve for special
lunches and dinners.
27 Brunch at 11:00am
V-8 Juice
Western Egg Bake
Sausage Links
Hash Browns
Boston Brown Bread
Apple
20 Friday Feast
Spring Salad
Almond Crusted Fish
Baked Sweet Potatoes
Seasoned Zucchini
Corn Bread
Fruit Salad
13 Ambrosia Fruit Cup
Pork Chop Supreme
Scalloped Potatoes
German Blend Vegetables
Oatmeal Spice Cake
Orange Juice
Casino Night 5pm
Asian Salad
Roast Beef
Mashed Potatoes w/ Gravy
Pacific Blend Vegetables
Baked Apple Slices
Ginger Snap Cookie
6 Friday Feast
Friday
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Play 4 Prevention 9:30
Blood Pressures 11:30
Bingo 12:45
**Contract Bridge 1:00
Partner Dancing 5:30
18
Spanish 10:00
Vision Outreach Services 10-1
*Yoga 10:30
Wii Bowling 11:00
Pinochle 12:00
*Pilates 4:00
*Zumba 5:30
17 Mardi Gras
*50 min massage by appt
Spanish 10:00
*Yoga 10:30
Wii Bowling 11:00
Pinochle 12:45
*Pilates 4:00
*Zumba 5:30
24
Spanish 10:00
*Yoga 10:30
Wii Bowling 11:00
Pinochle 12:45
*Pilates 4:00
*Zumba 5:30
Chair massage by appt.
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Line Dancing 10:30
Bible Study 12:45
Tai Chi 5:30
Dupl. Bridge 5:15
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Chair massage by appt.
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Line Dancing 10:30
Bible Study 12:45
Tai Chi 5:30
Dupl. Bridge 5:15
*Suggested contribution for
fitness classes, $2 ages
60+, $7 others
** For contract bridge,
RSVP with Dedre Mills
303-908-6273
Yoga 9:00
Line Dancing 10:30
*Restorative Yoga 10:30
Dupl. Bridge 12:30
Mahjong 1:00
*Pilates 4:00
Call 739-7531 for
appointments
St. Johns’ Wellness
Blood Screenings Year
Around!
26
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Play 4 Prevention 9:30
Blood Pressures 11:30
Bingo 12:45
**Contract Bridge 1:00
Partner Dancing 5:30
Line Dancing 10:30
*Restorative Yoga 10:30
Medicare Asst 11:30
Dupl. Bridge 12:30
Mahjong 1:00
*Pilates 4:00
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Yoga 9:00
Line Dancing 10:30
*Restorative Yoga 10:30
Dupl. Bridge 12:30
Mahjong 1:00
*Pilates 4:00
12
Yoga 9:00
Line Dancing 10:30
*Restorative Yoga 10:30
Dupl. Bridge 12:30
Mahjong 1:00
*Pilates 4:00
5
Yoga 9:00
Thursday
25 Birthday Lunch
Dinner with the Doc 6:00
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Play 4 Prevention 9:30
Blood Pressures 11:30
Bingo 12:45
**Contract Bridge 1:00
11
10
9
2
4
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Play 4 Prevention 9:30
Blood Pressures 11:30
Medicare Asst 11:30
Bingo 12:45
**Contract Bridge 1:00
Wednesday
3
Spanish 10:00
*Yoga 10:30
Wii Bowling 11:00
Pinochle 12:00
*Pilates 4:00
*Zumba 5:30
Tuesday
Chair massage by appt.
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Line Dancing 10:30
Bible Study 12:45
Tai Chi 5:30
Dupl. Bridge 5:15
Monday
Want to boost your
mood during the cold
winter months? Come
sit under our Happy
Lights, providing natural light that’s comparable to
daylight
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Card making 10:15
Poker 12:45
27
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Card making 10:15
Bday Club 12:30
Poker 12:45
20 Friday Feast
Casino
Night
5-9pm
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Poker 12:45
Caregiver Group 2:00
13
6 Friday Feast
*Leslie’s Fitness 9 & 10:30
Bday Club 12:30
Poker 12:45
Friday
Misc. Donations
Penny McBride
Happy Weston
Carol Black
Annette Tatarek
Barbara Carlsberg
Ann DiTommaso
Gottahavit
Mary Ann Tapp
Adrienne Mars
Shelley Sundgren
Family of Cliff Lutz
Grace Brown
Dick Scarlett
Jean & Dick Ferguson
Robert Wood
Claudia Gillette
Happy Weston
Sharon Heide
Mary K. Wiess
Bobbi & Dick Werner
Monetary Donations
Karl M Johnson Foundation
Newton Foundation Donor
Advised Fund of Community
Foundation of Jackson Hole
Odd Fellow’s Lodge #8
Dragon & Don Sherman
Jayne & Dick Johnston
Holly Danner O’Brien
Olive & Jim Macy
Nancy & John Wilbrecht
Bank of Jackson Hole
Stephanie BrownKaren &
Richard Hobbins
Mary Goodfellow
Rod & Joyce Lucas Foundation
Fran Measom
Barbara Burbank in honor of
Becky Zaist
Jo Albright & Marcia Kunstil
Charitable Fund of the Community Foundation of Jackson Hole
David MacKenzie
Phyllis Horwitz
Jerry DeFrance
Ann Dankert Estate
Carol Black
Diana & Doyle Vaughan
Jeanne Miller
Louise Martens
Linda Rode
Vivian & Jon Parker
Memorial Donations
Robert S. Forbes
Barbara & Bill Rinker
Clifford Lutz
Shad Lutz
Marvin McCullough
Bonnie Budge
Meta Sternberg
Local Union #322, Intn’l
Brotherhood of Electrical
Workers
Patricia & Charles Samples
Mark & Marcia Holden
Jackie & Mike Lance
Sharon & Dennis Gralund
Ralph Sternberg
Theresa Metherall
Liz & Kelly Lockhart
Richard Timmermeyer
Beverly Pratt
Renell Johnston
Bonnie Budge
Kay Carpenter
Bonnie Budge
Della Despain
Barb & Bob Shervin
The Birthday Club
Betty Benson
Hazel Staley
Sharon & Dennis Gralund
Ralph Gill
Sharon & Dennis Gralund
Roberts Seaton
Sharon & Dennis Gralund
Grover Ratliff
Barb & Bob Shervin
Emily & T.R. Shelby
John Poljanek
Memory Wall
Pat DeFrance
Audra & Jerry
Newsletter Donations
Jean DeMarsh
Connie Owen
Virginia & Calvin Blair
Ed & Shirley Cheramy
Nancy & John Wilbrecht
Berhnard Rietmann
John Harkness
Venna Sparks
Barbara Finkelson
Bill Chaney
Lee Macy
Faye Harder
Dail Knori
Diane & Larry North
Richard Laumeyer
Jean & Pete Jorgensen
Leona May
Diane & Herb Hazen
Betty Lou Cook
Helena Harrice
Sue & Darrel Hoffman
Karen & Richard Hobbins
Stephanie Brown
Mamie & Rob Cheek
Barbara Clark
Elisabeth & Norman Evarts
Phyllis Osborn
Gretchen Randolf
Doris Platts
Jane & Joe Giovanini
Janet & Robert Benz
Ruth & William Happersett
Barbara Bryan
Janice Stephans
Bobbie Dunlap
Carol Schneebeck
Phyllis Horwitz
Elaine & Dennis Lance
Marce Bullock
Linda & Kip MacMillan
Peggy Jensen
Connie Woolwine
Afton & Les Jones
Shirley Snyder
Sharon & Rudy Sanford
Beverly Pratt
Janice Herbst
Mary Hutz
Marian & Glen Taylor
Gene Sinn
Frances & A.C. Besticker
Kay Matthais
Phyllis Breen
Joan & John Shipman
Jeanne Miller
Mary Ann & Jerry Tapp
Carol Conners
Peggy & John Hebberger
Martha & Harry Baxter
Barb Huhn
Dorthy & Bill Remington
Suzanne Ferond
Pat Likwartz
Gwen & Bill Hansen
Marie & Russell Trautman
Patty & Frank Ewing
Dorothy Hester
Clara Bush
Shelly & Kelly Rubrecht
Ann Williams
Ilene & Mark Zwerin
Terry Nuttle
Non-Event Fundraiser
Barbara & Bill Rinker
Lisle & Jack Hooper
Jim Luebbers
Paul Stacey
Ann & Dick O’Leary
Zaidee & Robbie Fuller
Nancy Rigsby
Kathy Harrington
Jackson Hole Aviation
Virginia Napierskie
The Virginian
Ann & Ben Ruehr
Diane & Herb Hazen
Dietrich Oberreit
Norma Wilmoth
Beth & Dave Auge
Teton Motors
Betty Cook
Nancy Horton
Keith Hall
Patricia & Jake Nichols
Carol Black/Mike, Faith,
Sean, Jenny & Danny
Patricia Snyder
Elaine & Dennis Lance
Martha & Babe Humphrey
Ellen Linn
Sandra & Derek Goodson
Harry Konkel
Vickie & Mark Memmer
Martha & John Gilmore
Virginia & Calvin Blair
Ilene & Mark Zwerin
Carolyn & John Daily
Jackson Hole Lion’s Club
Helena Harrice
Judy & Ray Pilgrim
Nina Luxmoore Lenz
Gwen & Bill Hansen
Dining Room Acoustics
Donations
Community Foundation of
Jackson Hole
Edna Good
Beverly Bailey
Pam Flores
Mimi Crenshaw
Joan & John Shipman
Sharon & Dennis Gralund
Mary & Lee Cutler
What’s Happening…..
next month!
Volunteer Income Tax
Assistance (VITA) at the
Library
St. Patrick’s Day Lunch
Transportation available
February 18th and 25th
Murder Mystery Dinner
Daylight Savings Time
Take the Senior Center bus at 1:30 to Library and be picked
up at 3:30 for return.
Play for Prevention
Watch for more information on senior
skate ski cross country workshop to
be scheduled in February at Wayne
May Park!
Partner Dancing 101
Feb. 11th & 25th 5:30-6:30
Learn the basics for swing, polka
and country two-step. Geared for
beginners, no partner necessary.
Drop-in anytime. First 30 minutes
are instruction, followed by 30
minutes of social dancing and
workshop (ask questions, work on
problems). Taught by the author of
“Every Man’s Survival Guide to
Ballroom Dancing”, Jim Joseph
(http://ihatetodance.com).
Suggested Contribution $2/$7
non-seniors
Do It Yourself
What to bring for your tax preparation:
1. Last year's return (unless you are a returning client)
2. Date of Birth for all taxpayer and dependents
3. Social Security Cards (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITIN) or SSN or ITIN letter
4. Driver's License or other type of government issued photo ID
5. All W-2 and/or 1099 forms for the 2014 tax year
6. Bank account number for direct deposit of refund
7. Proof of health insurance (e.g. Forms 1095-A, 1095-B, 1095-C)
Please register and see senior center staff for any questions.
Vision Outreach Services to visit the Senior Center
Tuesday, February 10th 10:00-1:00
Vision Outreach Services works to address the unique needs of
clients with visual impairments by building capacity of the agencies
and individuals who support them through research-based best
practices
Meet Brook Phillips, a consultant from Vision Outreach Services,
who will be available to answer any questions that you may have
about eligibility criteria and services available through this
wonderful program.
3-D card making
February 20th &
27th 10:15-11:45
Learn to create 3D
greeting cards and
embellishments using stamping and
embossing techniques.
$5 includes instruction and materials
Wednesday,
February 18th
6:00pm
No charge for
seniors, thanks
to St. John’s
Hospital Foundation. $8 others. In honor of Valentine’s Day, Dr.
Mike Menolascino will be discussing heart health
and answering your questions. Serving Baked
Chicken. Please call to reserve.
Non-Profit Org
Board of Directors
US Postage Paid
Bob Shervin, President
Ron Stevens, Vice President
P.O. Box 4677 830 E Hansen
Jackson, WY 83001
(307)733-7300
PERMIT #13
Jackson, WY
Kay Benson, Treasurer
Emily Knobloch-Secretary
Jerry DeFrance
Sheila Sandubrae Davis
Jean Day
David Auge
Berniece Turner
www.seniorcenterjh.org
Donate from our website!
Senior Center Staff
Becky Zaist, Exec. Director
Bettie Taylor, Activities/Volunteer
Coordinator
Eliska Garcia, Data Manager
Anna Adams, Bookkeeper
Kathy Harvey, Bus Driver
Holly O’Brien, Admin Asst.
Home Care
Mary Ann Hill-Home Care Manager
Debbi Bedford RN, Natalie Stewart
RN, Judy Johnson, Mary Lynn Hewitt,
Marilyn Heck, Danni Olsen, Trena
Eiden, Kristine Dyke, Laurie
Watsabaugh, Anne Mostkoff, Lorin
Daigle, Jo Warden, Dori Cote, Brynn
Hill
Kitchen
Amando Perfecto, Head cook
Alejandra Padilla
Luci Susano Perez
Thank you for all you do!
Play for
Prevention
Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30am followed by optional
one hour fitness class
First week starts February 4th!
A 12 week program, offering weekly health topics from local
physicians and therapists, providing you with information about
managing your health care and improve issues like diabetes,
blood pressure, and heart health. Each session includes a
speaker, Q&A, blood pressure check, and fitness program. You
do not need to be present each week. Brochures available with
a complete list of weekly topics.