MIDDLETOWN SENIOR CENTER

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We are here to serve the seniors of our community.

Lori Tourville, Executive Director

We will have our Italian Night fundraiser on Saturday, October 26, to augment our budget. We will be hosting a fundraiser dinner and silent auction. Donations to be auctioned off are welcome.

Festivities will begin at 5:00 p.m. with the silent auction. The auction will last until dinner time. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. Soup, salad, and chicken marsala will be served. In addition, we will have dessert and champagne. As usual, seating is limited, so reservations are a must.

Our non-profit doesn’t receive all of its funds from federal, state, or county programs, or from generous donators. We do need to show those in “high command” that we are sincere and willing to fund-raise to augment our budget.

With your support and participation, we are able to add to our coffers, and have a great time doing it.

On another note, summer has ended and now autumn is upon us. What is the one thing you did all summer long and should still be doing? If you guessed “hydrate”, give yourself an “A+”. Drinking water all year round is essential. Keep up the great work. If you are one of those who despises water unless it is laced with a kick, add a twist of lemon or a squeeze of lime, or....

Lori

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our Thrift Store

Inventory always changing and lots of Good Stuff!

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Tessie Espinosa, Administrative Assistant and Bookkeeper

HICAP

Provides free and objective information and assistance in dealing with Medicare, Medi-Cal, HMO's , long term care insurance and other health insurance issues. HICAP provides two main services - individual counseling and community education presentations. Local appoints are available with a registered volunteer. To schedule a one-on-one counseling appoint with a HICAP counselor, call 1-800-434-0222, ext. 117.

Information

and Assistance

A free service for seniors 60 and older in Lake and Mendocino counties, linking older individuals and their caregivers to appropriate community resources available to meet their needs. Senior I & A will help you know about area services and whether you qualify.

Senior Hot Line Available: 1-800-510-2020

Senior Legal Assistance

The program provides free legal assistance, education, advice, counseling and representation to Lake & Mendocino county seniors in the following areas:

*Elder Abuse

*Housing Rights

*Public Benefits (health, income & supportive services)

*Consumer Protection and Debt

*Incapacity and long-term care

Legal Services of Northern California

421 N. Oak Street

Ukiah, CA. 95482

NUTRITION FOR OLDER MEN

Eating right can keep your body and mind sharp and extend quality of life.

Older men need:

Calcium and Vitamin D

Older adults need more vitamin D and calcium to help maintain strong and healthy bones. Calcium-rich foods include low-fat and fat-free dairy foods including milk and yogurt, fortified cereals, non-dairy milks and 100% fruit juices, dark green leafy vegetables, and canned fish with soft bones. Older adults need three servings of calcium-rich foods and beverages and sources of vitamin D every day. If you take a calcium supplement or multivitamin, be sure to choose one that contains vitamin D.

Dietary Fiber

Fiber helps keep bowel functions normal and may influence digestive health by promoting the survival of good bacteria. Higher intakes of dietary fiber also have been shown to help decrease the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Men older than 50 need 30 grams of dietary fiber a day; good sources are whole grains, fruits, vegetables, beans and lentils. Oatmeal, brown rice and whole-wheat bread are all good sources. Also aim to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables throughout your day. For products with a Nutrition Facts label, choose foods with at least 3 grams of dietary fiber per serving.

Potassium

Increasing potassium intake along with decreasing sodium (salt) may lower your risk of high blood pressure. Good sources of potassium include fruits and vegetables, such as bananas, sweet potatoes, spinach and white beans.

Healthy Fats

Most of the fats you consume should come from heart-healthy unsaturated fats. Try extra-virgin olive oil, canola oil, walnuts, almonds and avocados.

Make Calories Count—Most older men cannot eat the way they did in their 20s and maintain a healthy weight. As men age, they typically become less active, lose muscle and gain fat. All of these things combined can cause metabolism to slow down. More physical activity is needed to keep metabolism up—30 minutes per day.