MIDDLETOWN SENIOR CENTER

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We are here to serve the seniors of our community.

Lori Tourville, Executive Director

Summer is certainly upon us. Always remember to hydrate. It is so important. Escape the heat, and run your PG&E less hours. The Center has a climate control environment. In addition to lunch, It offers fun activities. It, also, houses a Thrift Shop.

Plus, we have our own mini-library. Books can be selected, taken home, kept or returned at no charge. And we have a DVD library. You can check out a DVD, watch it, and return it at no charge.

We are blessed with a dedicated, reliable, pleasant group of volunteers. We are a non-profit organization, so we rely heavily on volunteers.

Our Drivers are the heart and soul of our Center. They offer the option and opportunity for our seniors to remain in their own homes. By supplying daily meals, our non-ambulatory seniors have someone who each day checks on them and supplies them with a nutritious meal.

To qualify for Meals on Wheels, one needs to be incapable of driving to the grocery store and unable to stand at the stove long enough to cook a meal.

If interested in joining our volunteer network, call

987-3113. We would love to welcome you aboard.

Lori

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Come visit

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

HOW MUCH PROTEIN SHOULD I EAT?

Protein is a nutrient found in many types of foods. It is vital for life. How much protein you need depends on several factors—including age, sex, health status and activity level.

The body needs a regular supply of protein to make and repair cells. In addition to muscles, organs, hair, eyes and other body tissues are primarily made from protein. Anytime your body is growing or repairing itself, protein is needed. This nutrient also helps: fight infection; carry fats, vitamins, minerals and oxygen around the body; build and contract muscles; keep body fluids in balance; clot blood.

Foods that Contain Protein—Both animal and plant foods contain protein. Some of these foods are better choices. Foods rich in protein may also be high in saturated fat. High intakes of saturated fat may increase risk for heart disease. Thus, too much protein from these sources may be harmful for your heart. As a general rule, limit protein foods that are high in saturated fats, such as: bacon, chicken fried steak, Chorizo sausage, fried chicken, hot dogs, lunch meats, organ meats, processed meats, sausage and spare ribs; breaded and fried fish and shellfish; whole milk and other whole fat dairy products.

In contrast, numerous lean sources of protein are considered heart-healthy. Eating plans that include low-fat dairy products, skinless poultry, fish, beans, lentils and soy foods such as tofu and tempeh may help improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Here are some nutritious protein food options: lean cuts of beef, pork loin, skinless chicken and turkey; salmon, tuna, cod, shrimp; low-fat or fat-free yogurt, milk, cheese, cottage cheese; beans, lentils, soy, peanut butter; walnuts, almonds, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds.

Getting the Right Amount of Protein: For a female 51 years and older, 5-ounce equivalents; for a male 51 years and older, 5-1/2 ounce equivalents.