Volume 32, Issue 8 February 2015

NEIghborhood NewsA MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF NORTHEAST IOWA AREA AGENCY ON AGING (NEI3A)

Serving Allamakee, Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Butler, Chickasaw, Clayton, Delaware, Dubuque, Fayette, Grundy, Hardin, Howard, Jackson, Marshall, Poweshiek, Tama, Winneshiek Counties in Iowa

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Fresh ConversationsProgram Expands. ............ 2

Matter of Balance.............. 2

Is Your Grocery BudgetTight? ............................... 2

Medicare Card Scam Calls ................................. 2

Get Your Medicare Readyfor 2015 ............................ 2

Phone Scammers .............. 2

Caring for Each Other ....... 3

Defensive Driving .............. 3

Tax Preparation ................ 4

CBE Donates to NEI3A ..... 4

Will Activated Charcoal Activate Your Health ......... 5

Beef & Vegetable StirFry Recipe ........................ 5

Making the Cut ................. 5

February Menus .............. 6

Senior Center Locations .... 7

Monthly Sponsors ............. 8

Subscribe to the NEIghborhood News .......... 8

Sudoku/Word Find .......... 8

Mike Isaacson, Chief Executive Officer

Message from the Chief Executive Officer50 Years Ago...

Rent Reimbursements and Property Tax Credits Property Tax Credits and Rent Reimbursements are little known programs from the Iowa Department of Revenue. The Property Tax Credit program assists low income seniors and the dis-abled with paying for their property taxes. The Rent Re-imbursements program re-funds a person the portion of their rent that goes towards property taxes. These pro-grams may be applied for be-tween January 1st and June 1st. This is a change in the deadline for applying. Last year the deadline was June 30th. NEI3A can assist clients with filling out the forms to apply for assistance. To be eligible for the Property Tax

Credit and Rent Reimburse-ment, you must be age 65 and older or age 18 to 64 and totally disabled. Your in-come must be under $22,011 a year. You must own the property that you are living on to apply for a Property Tax Credit. You cannot apply for a Rent Reimbursement if the residence you are renting does not pay property taxes. This would include some of the low rent housing in our area. If you own a mobile home and also pay lot rent, you may apply for both a Mo-bile Home Credit and Rent Reimbursement. Your Property Tax Credit may be anywhere from 25% to 100% of your taxes, de-pending on your income. A

Rent Reimbursement is a one time payment that will be sent to you. The Iowa De-partment of Revenue figures that 23% of the rent you pay goes towards property taxes. Your reimbursement may be anywhere from 25% to 100% of this amount. A person that receives SSI, SSA, or lives in a health care facility with the Department of Human Ser-vices and is paying for part of the care, may qualify for a property tax suspension. To apply for these pro-grams or for more informa-tion, you may contact your county treasurer or call Life-Long Links at 1-866-468-7887. - Jill Halverson, Program Coordinator

1964 was an eventful year - a half-century ago, hu-mans were making strides toward space travel beyond the Earth's orbit, and To-kyo hosted the 18th Sum-mer Olympics. The Beatles took America by storm, as Race Riots gripped big cit-ies -- and the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed into law. Boxer Cassius Clay be-came Muhammad Ali and the heavyweight champion of the world. Cyprus devolved into a civil war between the Turks and Greeks, and President Lyndon Johnson escalated U.S. involvement in the Viet-nam War. That same year, President Johnson also signed another piece of federal legislation. Perhaps not as well-known as the above stated acts, but one that is no less important today than it was on its origi-nal signing. Recognizing the needs of older Americans, President Johnson signed the Older Americans Act. Over the next 50 years, this act served as the cornerstone of support and services for old-er Americans with a desire to

continue to live as indepen-dently as possible. Out of the Older Americans Act came a service structure called the Area Agency on Aging. First established in Iowa in the late 1960’s/early 1970’s, the Area Agencies on Aging (AAA’s) have served as a source of support for hun-dreds of thousands of people. Constantly evolving to meet new service needs, new de-livery models, and a roller coaster funding source, the AAA’s have been on the front line for generations of seniors wishing to be active, healthy, and independent. The ser-vices and supports, while they may look different, are of the same importance as they were 50 years ago. Northeast Iowa Area Agen-cy on Aging (NEI3A) has been providing these supports in communities large and small throughout Northeast Iowa. While our most visible ser-vice comes in the form of our meals (Meals on Wheels) and Senior Centers, NEI3A pro-vides a full array of in-home services dedicated to assist-ing individuals and fami-

lies in the desire to remain within the community, stay healthy, and have choices in how they live and work. We have partnerships with over 100 in-home service provid-ers and work to enhance, de-velop, and coordinate servic-es based on the needs within the community. From in-home nursing, to caregiver support, consumer protection to care coordina-tion, NEI3A is creating oppor-tunities for Iowans to grow up and grow old with dignity, respect, and choice. Your goals become our goals, your needs become our mission, and your choice becomes our direction. If you are looking for ways to be more indepen-dent, to plan for your next life chapter, or simply want more information about how you can be a part of making Iowa the greatest state to grow up and grow old, simply make one phone call to LifeLong Links at 1-866-468-7887 and begin the journey with caring and supportive professionals here to partner with you to-day…and tomorrow.

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Iowa Senior Medicare Patrol/Consumer Protection Division

Deb Yankey, Iowa SMP Coordinator dyankey@nei3a.org

The Federal Trade Com-mission (FTC) has warned the public about phone scammers that call persons that have already lost money to a scam, offering to “recov-er” some of their losses for them. The scammers require their victims to pay advance fees in order to get their money returned. The FTC

Medicare Card Scam Calls Happening in Iowa Now! Iowa seniors have report-ed that scammers are work-ing hard to steal personal information by calling about “new” Medicare cards and “better benefits.” The scam theme is about improved benefits coming for your Medicare or supplemental insurance, if you give per-sonal information like your Medicare number, other in-surance ID number, doctor’s name or drugstore location. For years, scammers have made calls early each year with an offer of new insurance cards but it appears they are now trying even harder to sell themselves as legitimate by

also asking for other infor-mation like your health pro-vider’s name. Just because they ask a lot of questions does not mean they are hon-est! Please read Iowa Senior Medicare Patrol’s article about “Getting Your Medi-care Ready for 2015,” for tips about new cards for the new year. In the meantime, please tell your friends and neigh-bors to watch out for these scam calls, do not give out any personal information. If you receive this type of call, Iowa Senior Medicare Patrol would like you to report it to us at 1-800-423-2449.

Getting Your Medicare Ready for 2015 The Medicare website, www.medicare.gov has an interesting blog section; we’ve used a title from a re-cent entry and encourage you to read this summary of suggestions.• Make sure you take the right insurance card to your doctor visit. If you are on original Medicare, your red, white and blue card is good from year to year; it doesn’t expire. Remember, even if you’ve gone to your doctor or used the same hospital for years, they have the right to ask to see your Medicare card each time you visit. If you are on a Prescription Drug Plan and you changed plans for 2015, be sure you have received your new ID card and use it at the drugstore. If you’ve not received it, con-

tact the plan you signed up with. If you are in a Medi-care Advantage plan and you changed plans, also be sure you have your new card. • Check with your doctor to see if you are eligible for Medicare-covered preventive tests or screening. Many of these are covered each year, at no charge to you, if you meet the requirements; your doctor will know. • New deductibles will ap-ply, so make sure you bud-get for some out of pocket ex-pense. • READ your “2015 Medi-care & You” handbook that was mailed last fall. You can also download electronic cop-ies and audio versions of the handbook. Check it out at www.medicare.gov.

Phone Scammers Lie About Getting Money Back

says, “If you lost money to a scam, don’t believe anyone who promises they can get your money back if you pay them an up-front fee. That’s against the law. Report them to the FTC at www.ftc.gov/complaint.” Source: FTC Blog Topics “Money & Credit” dated Nov. 20, 2014

What do balance exercises and sweet potato samplings have in common? They are both part of the Fresh Con-versations program for Feb-ruary. Winter ice, slushy snow and slippery walkways can spell disaster for anyone. This month, participants will explore easy exercises that strengthen core muscles, which can prevent balance difficulties and falls. Every-one will have the chance to try out some practical in-home exercises during the program.

The nutrition portion of the program will have tasters sampling microwave sweet potatoes. Packed with vita-min A, sweet potatoes make a quick, yummy addition to any meal. Each month a new food or recipe is shared. Fresh Conversations pro-grams are held at the Bel-levue, Decorah, Dyersville, Cresco, Eldora, Grinnell, Iowa Falls, Independence, Manchester, Waukon and West Union sites. Check with your Senior Center Coordina-tor for the February date and time and come join the con-versation.

A Matter of Balance Would you like to improve your balance? Do you want to feel more comfortable par-ticipating in your favorite ac-tivities? NEI3A is offering A Matter of Balance, an award winning workshop designed to increase the activity levels of older adults who have con-cerns about falling. During 8 two-hour sessions, partici-pants learn to:• Promote exercise to in-crease strength and balance• Set realistic goals for in-creasing activity• Improve environment to reduce fall risk factors• View falls and fear of falling as controllable

Take active steps to reduce the risk of falls, register today for A Matter of Balance. Class-es will be held at the following location:• Sumner: Classes start April 7- Classes will be held Tuesdays and Fridays from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Com-munity Memorial Hospital Meeting Room, 909 West First Street. Register by calling 563-578-3275. There is a $15 materials fee to attend. Scholarships are available for persons 60 years of age and older who express financial need.

February Fresh Conversations Program Expands to Independence & Waukon

If you are not already receiving Food Assistance and if your household incomes is within the guidelines, you may be eligible. If you need assistance with the application contact:

Teri Lynn Winkey, SNAP Outreach CoordinatorEmail: tlwinkey@iowafba.org

Phone: 319-529-0566 Household Size Income 1 $1,557 2 $2,098 3 $2,640 4 $3,181 5 $3,722 6 $4,264 7 $4,805 8 $5,346

Is your grocery budget tight?

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Caring For Each OtherBrenda Schmitt and Barb Wollan- Family Finance Specialists- Iowa State University Extension

As Harry entered the kitchen, he heard Iris say, “Rose, you wouldn’t believe the phone call I got yester-day! They said they wanted to send me a free 50-inch TV.” Before Rose could respond, Harry turned to his sister-in-law in alarm: “What?!! You didn’t sign up for it, did you?”Iris laughed. “Of course not, Harry. After all the times we’ve talked about possible signs of fraud, I knew I need-ed to be suspicious of any-thing that sounds too good to be true! After I asked some questions, I could tell they re-ally wanted to get a lot of per-sonal information from me.” Harry relaxed and smiled with relief. “The reason I mentioned it,” Iris went on, “was be-cause they were SO sincere-sounding, and so skillful. It’s easy to see why some people fall for those tricks.”

Phone scams are on the rise…scammers call claiming to be law enforcement, Mid-American Energy, the IRS, Publishers Clearing House, and more. Always urgently needing you to pay mon-ey now, before it is too late; threatening to throw you in jail, take you to court or shut off your electricity. Older adults are often the target, threatening security, both financially and emotion-ally. Before you buy or pay for anything by telephone, re-member:• Do not buy from an unfa-miliar company.• Always ask for and wait un-til you receive written mate-rial about the offer or claim.• Check out unfamiliar com-panies with the Consum-er Protection Agency, Bet-ter Business Bureau, State Attorney General or other watchdog groups.

• Obtain the person’s name, business identity, phone number, street address, mailing address and busi-ness license number before you do business and verify the accuracy.• Before giving to a charity, find out what percentage of the money is paid in commis-sions and what percentage goes to the charity or invest-ment.• Never pay in advance for services.• Be wary of companies that want to send a messenger to your home to pick up money.• Take time to research and make a decision. Legitimate companies will not pressure you.• Don’t pay for a “free” prize.Never give out personal infor-mation to unknown persons. The Federal Trade Com-mission collects information about Fraud and Abuse at

www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/ (Identity Theft, Unwant-ed Telemarketing, Text or SPAM, Jobs and Money Mak-ing scams, people pretending to be the government, a busi-ness or a family member and more). “You know, Rose,” Harry added, “the Federal Trade Commission wants these inci-dents reported. It helps them detect patterns of fraud and abuse.”

Defensive driving can be defined as driving to save lives, time and money, in spite of the conditions around you and the actions of others. The majority of Io-wans enjoy an active, healthy and longer life than previous generations. However, older drivers have a higher fatal-ity rate per mile driven than any other driver age group, except those under the age of 25. The following tips and suggestions may help you re-main safely on the road for many years.• Don’t speed. Drive ac-cording to road and weather conditions and at a speed that most closely matches traffic without exceeding speed limits. Also, drive at a consistent steady speed to avoid confusing other driv-ers.• Look down the road, scan-ning for possible problems areas. When in city traf-fic, you should try to look at least one block ahead. On the highway, about four city blocks or one quarter to one third mile.• Yield anyway. If in doubt

about who has the right of way, yield. There are clear right of way rules, however, not everyone follows or un-derstands them. It’s better to err on the side of safety.• Communicate with other drivers. Position yourself to be seen and avoid driving in other driver’s blind spots. ALWAYS use your turn sig-nal, even when other traffic is not present. Use your head-lights to increase your visibil-ity to other drivers and make certain all lights on your ve-hicle function properly.• Allow plenty of space be-tween your vehicle and oth-ers. You never know what the other driver may do and what sort of driving mistakes they may make, so allow yourself a ‘cushion’ around your vehicle. • Avoid distractions. There have been many recent acci-dents blamed on cell phones and texting. Those are ob-vious causes, but there are many more subtle distrac-tions. Passengers, looking for street signs or addresses, checking your speedometer, adjusting heating and cool-ing controls, even worrying

about what to fix for supper takes your focus from driv-ing. Driving is not a single task skill, all drivers must have the ability to multi-task.• Know your limitations. Many drivers self-regulate their driving behavior. How-ever, since some changes oc-cur so gradually, a driver may be unaware of changes until an accident occurs. Discuss driving with your physician and eye care professional and be prepared to heed their advice. • And finally. Wear your seatbelt. Modern vehicles are built to crumple around the driver. Seatbelts hold you in place during accidents allowing the vehicle to col-

lapse around you. If they are uncomfortable, many can be adjusted for a better fit, see your auto dealer. We as Americans value our independence in our own vehicles, allowing us to stay connected to friends, family and communities. Driving is a skill and like any skill needs attention and assess-ment. There are a number of refresher classes available lo-cally through AARP, commu-nity colleges, and insurance providers. Also, the Iowa DOT’s Office of Driver Ser-vices provides a free Senior Driver’s Workbook at all li-censing locations throughout the state.

Defensive Driving

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Free Tax Preparation AssistanceFree tax preparation is being offered in various locations throughout the counties served by NEI3A. Tax preparation locations are as follows: • Cedar Falls: Cedar Falls Senior Center (RSVP), 528 Main Street, Tuesdays and Thursdays; February 2 - April 14 by appointment only. Call RSVP (319) 272-2250.

• Cresco: Cresco Public Library (VITA), February 4 – April 15, by appointment only. Call (563) 203-7681.

• Decorah: Decorah Public Library (VITA), 2202 Winneba-go Street, February 2 – April 14, by appointment only. Call (563) 419-3703.

• Dubuque: Saint Matthew Lutheran Church, 1780 White Street, February 2 – April 15. 12:00 noon to 3:30 p.m. No appointment needed.

• Dubuque: Operation New View CAA, 1473 Central Av-enue, January 26 – April 9, by appointment only. Call (563) 588-3980.

• Dubuque: Hills Dales Community Center, 3505 Stone-man Road, February 2 – April 15, by appointment only. Call (563) 588-3980.

• Independence: Buchanan County Senior Center (RSVP), 400 5th Avenue NE. Thursdays only. February 5 – April 9. Appointments only. To make an appointment call (319) 334-7011 (after January 25) and leave your name, number and the purpose of your call. A volunteer will contact you to schedule an appointment.

• Manchester: Operation New View CAA, 721 South 5th St. Suite B, February 20 – March 9 by appointment only. Call (563) 927-4629.

• Maquoketa: Operation New View CAA, 904 East Quarry Street, January 26 – April 10, by appointment only. Call (563) 652-5197.

• Marshalltown: Marshalltown Public Library, 105 Boone Street, Tuedays, no appointments needed. Also available on certain Saturdays. For questions call (641) 754-5738.

• Oelwein: First Baptist Church, 31-1st Ave. Tuesdays only. February 4-April 14. Appointments only. To make an appointment call 319-238-3195 after January 25.

• Postville: Postville Public Library (VITA), Fridays Febru-ary 2 – April 15 by appointment only. Call (563) 419-3703.

• Toledo: ISU Extension Tama County, 203 W. High Street, by appointment only. Call (641) 484-2703.

• Waukon: Allamakee County Extension Office (VITA), February 42– April 15 by appointment only. Call (563) 568-6345.

• Waterloo: Kimball Ridge Center (RSVP), 2101 Kimball Ave., Monday through Thursday only. February 2 - 5 will be walk-ins only. February 9 - April 15 appointments only; For an appointment call RSVP (319)272-2250.

• Waterloo: The Salvation Army (RSVP), 207 Logan Avenue entrance, Mondays and Wednesdays. February 2-April 15. Walk-ins only.

• Waterloo: Eastside Ministerial Alliance, 207 Logan Av-enue, by appointment only. Call (319) 235-5580 for an ap-pointment.

If you have questions about tax preparation in your area call the LifeLong Links at 1-866-468-7887

Preparing federal and state income tax returns can be complicated and confus-ing. If you need help filing your 2014 federal and state tax return and if your family income falls within the low to moderate range, or if you are disabled or elderly, trained and certified volunteers can help you file your tax returns for free. Returns will be filed electronically and usually you can expect any tax refund to be deposited in your bank account within two weeks. Taxpayers who do not have a bank account but would like to file electronically are encouraged to visit a local bank to set up a free checking or savings account. The volunteer tax preparer will make sure you file for the Earned Income Tax Credit and the Child Tax Credit if

Tax Preparationyou qualify. Taxpayers who visit a volunteer tax sites should bring: 2014 wage and earn-ings statement (Form W-2) from all employers; interest statements from banks (form 1099); a copy of last year’s tax return; auto registration; social security cards or offi-cial documentation for your-self and all dependents; and bank account and routing numbers if a refund is to be directly deposited. Also, you should check with the vol-unteer when you set up your appointment, to see if you need to take additional infor-mation with you to your ap-pointment. To the right is a list of some locations in the NEI3A service area. If you have questions please call LifeLong Links at 1-866-468-7887.

CBE Donates Money to NEI3A

The employees of CBE Companies donated over $6,200 to NEI3A's nutrition program. The money was collected through CBE's Jeans for Charity program. Jeans for Char-ity is a voluntary program wherein weekly contributions al-low employees to wear jeans each Wednesday. A committee comprised of employees from the corporate offices in Cedar Falls and Waterloo choose which charity the money will be donated to for the year.

Thank you to the employees of CBE for this generous do-nation! Pictured is Cody Engel, CBE Companies and Sally Myers, NEI3A

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Nutrition NotesJill Weber, Human Sciences Specialist, Nutrition and Health- Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Which is better at prevent-ing a foodborne illness out-break—a wooden or plastic cutting board? This is a long-standing food safety ques-tion. Some research suggests wood is a better option, be-cause the pores in the wood can trap and immobilize bac-teria, which then die. Other studies, however, suggest bacteria absorbed in wooden boards can in fact survive and could possibly multiply and recontaminate the sur-face in the future, making plastic seem superior. The take-away message is that all cutting boards, plas-tic or wooden, can be sourc-es of contamination. To help prevent contamination, your cutting board needs to be

Take a look around your local health market shelves or smoothie bar menu and you may notice products con-taining activated charcoal (also called activated carbon). Before you jump to try this latest fad, take a moment to understand what this prod-uct is, its intended uses, and health implications. Activated charcoal is not found naturally in foods. It is made when coal, wood, or other substances are placed under high heat with a gas or an activating agent to ex-pand the surface area. Acti-vated charcoal has been used by medical professionals to manage poisonings and over-doses. There are several other ac-tivated charcoal health claims that are far less studied and include the following: • treating cholestasis (a

condition of pregnancy af-fecting normal bile flow)

• reducing high cholesterol• preventing a hangover • preventing gas (flatulence) There is limited scientific evidence to support the use of activated charcoal as treat-ment for these conditions. Activated charcoal is often marketed as a way to detox and eliminate harmful toxins from our bodies. Although the use of activated charcoal may be warranted in the case

Will Activated Charcoal Activate your Health?

of poisonings or overdoses, general detoxification is done by our bodies naturally with the help of our kidneys and liver. Additionally, activated charcoal can absorb food nu-trients, vitamins, and miner-als that our bodies need. It is also important to remember that the Federal Drug Admin-istration does not regulate the sale of dietary supple-ments, including activated charcoal. Side effects are more like-ly when activated charcoal is used on a long-term basis; these include black stools, black tongue, vomiting or di-arrhea, and constipation. Ac-tivated charcoal can also re-act with certain medications you may be taking. Always talk with your doctor before you begin taking any supple-ment, including activated charcoal. The bottom line is that further research needs to be done to determine how ef-fective activated charcoal is for the treatment of various conditions and what doses should be used. Sources and more in-formation can be found at: http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/act ivated-charcoal -uses-risks and also at http://blogs.extension.iastate.edu/wellness/?s=cleanse

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups stir fry, 2/3 cup instant brown rice | Serves: 4

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup water 1/2 pound lean beef or pork, sliced thinly 2 cups uncooked instant brown rice 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 7 cups chopped vegetables or 24 ounces frozen stir fry vegetables, thawed 1 tablespoon cornstarchPreparations: 1. Create ginger mixture by mixing ginger, garlic powder, soy sauce, and water. Pour 1/4 cup of the mix into a seal-able plastic bag and save the rest. Add meat to the bag. Seal the bag and set it in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes. 2. Prepare brown rice according to directions on the pack-age for 4 servings.3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large frying pan. When oil is hot, add meat from plastic bag and stir until brown. This will take 1 to 3 minutes. Discard liquid from the bag. 4. Remove meat from pan and cover it. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pan.5. Add chopped vegetables. Stir and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.6. Add cornstarch to the saved ginger mixture and stir until smooth.7. Return meat to the pan when vegetables are tender. Add cornstarch mixture and cook for about 2 minutes until bub-bly. 8. Serve over brown rice. Nutrition information per serving: 470 calories, 13 g total fat, 2 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 50 mg cholesterol, 610 mg sodium, 60 g total carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 5 g sugar, 27 g proteinSource: http://www.extension.iastate.edu/foodsavings/recipes/beef-and-vege-table-stir-fry

Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry

Making the Cutclean and in good condition. 1. After each use, scrub your cutting board in hot, soapy water, then rinse and allow to air dry. 2. Using the dishwasher to clean plastic and solid wood-en boards is fine, but lami-nated boards can crack in the dishwasher. 3. Wooden and plastic cut-ting boards can be disinfect-ed with a bleach solution (1 tablespoon traditional regu-lar chlorine bleach [6% so-dium hypochlorite] per gallon of water or 2 teaspoons con-centrated bleach per gallon of water). Pour solution over the surface and let sit for at least one minute; then rinse well and air dry. 4. It is time to get a new cut-

ting board if your board has cracks, crevices, chips, or grooves where bacteria can hide. 5. Designate one cutting board for raw meat, poul-try, and seafood, and another for vegetables, fruits, breads, and other ready-to-eat foods to avoid cross-contamina-tion. For more information, vis-it the Iowa Food Safety web-site: http://www. extension.iastate.edu/foodsafety/ Sources: University of Cali-fornia, Berkley Wellness Letter (December 2014) Food Safety Tips for Food Event Volunteers

SP 452: https://store.exten-sion. iastate.edu/Product/Food-Safety-Tips-for-Food-Event-Volunteers www.extension. iastate.edu http://journalslww.com/acsm-healthfitness/Full-text/2014/11000/WORLD -WIDE_ SURVEY_OF_FITNESS_TRENDS_FOR_2015_.5.aspx http://sportsmedicine.about.com/od/tipsandtricks/a/basic-training.htm

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Below you will find the menu for the NEI3A dining centers. Please note that some menu changes may be made after the menu is published in the newsletter. Meals are offered on a contribution bases for those over age 60. Actual cost of the meals is $7.26. Persons under age 60 must pay the actual cost. These meals provide one-third of the recommended daily allowance and includes milk. Responsibility for compliance with any dietary restrictions rests with the participant. To make a meal reservation call 1-866-468-7887 or the local number listed on page 7 of this newsletter by 11 a.m. the day before. Some locations need reservations a few hours earlier. Be sure to check with your local center or dining program for the reservation policy at your location.

Northeast Iowa Area Agency on Aging Nutrition Services Menu

"A" and "B" menu is available for all meal site locations in: • Black Hawk• Bremer• Butler • Buchanan • Chickasaw • Grundy • Hardin • Marshall • Tama• Poweshiek

"A" menu only is available at the following meal sites :• Allamakee • Clayton • Delaware• Dubuque• Fayette • Howard • Jackson• Winneshiek

Reservations: Call 1-800-779-8707 or the local number listed by 11:00 the day before to make reservations for lunch. Some sites need you to call a few hours earlier so check for exact time.

Home Delivered Meals are available to seniors not able to leave their homes without assistance. NEI3A determines eligibility to receive home delivered meals. Call your local Senior Center for more information. Not all communities listed have hot meals available Monday through Friday but frozen meals or shelf stable are available for other days.

Frozen Meals offer an option for seniors who live in rural areas or small communities without a regular NEI3A Meal program. Frozen meals are avail-able in 2-day or 5-day packs and meet all nutritional requirements. Call your Senior Center for more information.

February Menu

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NEI3A Senior Centers and Dining ProgramsAllamakee County:Good Samaritan Society400 Hardin Drive-PostvilleMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-864-7425

Waukon Wellness Center1220 3rd Ave. NW–WaukonMonday - Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-568-3250

Black Hawk County:Cedar Falls Senior Center528 Main – Cedar FallsMonday - Friday at 11:45 a.m.319-277-1900

La Porte City Senior Center300 1st St.–La Porte CityMon, Wed., and Fri. at 12:00 p.m.319-342-2676

Jesse Cosby Healthy Lifestyles Center1112 Mobile – WaterlooMonday - Friday at 12:00 p.m.319-234-1799

Waterloo Senior Center2101 Kimball Ave. – WaterlooMonday - Friday at 11:30 a.m.319-272-2086

Walnut Court315 Walnut St. - WaterlooMonday - Friday at 11:00 a.m.319-833-8014

Dunkerton United Methodist Church301 S. Washington St.-Dunkerton Mon. and Thurs. at 11:30 a.m.319-822-7910

Evansdale Countryside Vineyard Church 3467 Lafayette Rd.–EvansdaleThursdays at 11:30 a.m.319-272-2086

RaymondUnited Methodist Church6903 Lafayette Rd.-RaymondWednesdays at 12:00 p.m.319-272-2086

Washburn410 1st Street-Washburn 1st and 3rd Tues. at 12:00 p.m.319-296-1810

Bremer County:Waverly Senior Center506 E. Bremer Ave.–WaverlyMonday - Friday at 11:30 a.m.319-352-2463

Denver Library100 Washington–DenverTues., Wed., Thurs. at 11:45 a.m.319-352-2463

Buchanan County:Buchanan County Senior Center400 5 Ave. NE – IndependenceMonday - Friday at 12:00 p.m.319-334-7011

Lamont644 Bush St.–LamontThursdays at 11:30 a.m.563-924-2237

Rowley101 Ely Street - RowleyMonday - Friday at 11:30 a.m.319-938-2864

Butler County:Greene Community Center 202 W. South St. - GreeneMonday - Friday at 11:30 a.m. 641-823-4422

Dumont Legion Hall 508 Main St. - DumontWednesday at 12:00 p.m.641-857-6231

Chickasaw County:Chickasaw Senior Center301 N. Water Ave.-New HamptonMonday - Friday at 12:00 p.m.641-394-3173

Fredericksburg Comm. Center151 W. Main St.-FredericksburgTues. and Thurs. at 11:30 a.m.641-394-3173

Lawler - 414 E. Grove 2nd Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.641-394-3173

Clayton County:Elkader Senior Center133 S. Main – ElkaderMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-245-1846

Guttenburg Municipal Bldg.502 S. First St.-GuttenburgMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-252-1182

Monona Community Center 104 E. Center St.–MononaTues. & Thurs. at 11:30 a.m.563-539-2385

Gernand Lutheran Home313 Elkader Street Strawberry PointMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-933-2251

Delaware County:Delaware County Senior Center 1208 W. Marion St.-ManchesterMonday –Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-927-5473

Delhi United Methodist Church304 Market Street – DelhiTuesday at 11:30 a.m.563-927-5473

Dundee Fire Station Comm. Room 117 N. Center Street – DundeeWednesday at 11:30 a.m.563-927-5473

Earlville United Parish 111 N. West Avenue – EarlvilleMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-927-5473

Dubuque County:Alverno3525 Windsor Avenue – DubuqueMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-582-6344

Cascade Senior Center109 1st Avenue West – CascadeMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-852-3047

Ecumenical Tower250 W. 6th Street – DubuqueMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-556-5586

Farley Fireman’s Hall103 2nd Avenue NW – FarleyTues. and Thurs. at 11:30 a.m.563-875-2600

Heritage House7396 Columbus St.-New Vienna2nd & 4th Thurs. at 11:30 a.m. 563-875-2600

Hills and Dales Lifetime Center3505 Stoneman Road – DubuqueMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-556-3305

Luxemburg City Hall202 S. Andres St. - LuxemburgMon. and Wed. at 11:30 a.m.563-875-2600

Dyersville Social Center625 3rd Ave. SE – DyersvilleMonday - Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-875-2600

Fayette County:Arlington Public Library711 Main Street – ArlingtonWed. and Fri. at 11:30 a.m.563-633-4715

W. Clermont Lutheran211 Larrabee Street – ClermontMon., Wed. and Fri. at 11:30 a.m.563-423-5550

Veterans Memorial Comm. Bldg. 310 Mill Avenue – ElginTues. and Thurs. at 11:30 a.m.563-426-5545

Hawkeye Community Hall 102 E. Main - HawkeyeTues., Thurs., & Fri. at 11:30 a.m.563-427-5503

Oelwein Senior Dining Center 25 West Charles – OelweinMonday - Friday at 11:30 a.m.319-283-5180

West Union Senior Center 107 E. Armour St.-West UnionMon. through Fri. at 11:45 a.m.563-422-6100

Grundy County:Grundy Center Senior Center 705 F Ave. – Grundy CenterMonday - Friday at 11:30 a.m.319-824-3843

Hardin County:Dorothy’s Senior Center1306 17 Ave. – EldoraMonday - Friday at 12:00 p.m.641-858-5152

Iowa Falls Senior Center218 S. River Street- Iowa FallsMonday - Friday at 12:00 p.m.641-648-9311

Radcliffe Apartments 604 Catherine - RadcliffeWednesday at 11:30 a.m.515-899-2239

Howard County:Kessel Lodge 268 7th Avenue W. – CrescoMonday - Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-547-2563

Afton Oaks405 9th Street – ElmaMonday - Friday641-393-2134

Protivin Community Center 103 S. Main Street – ProtivinTues. and Thurs. at 11:30 a.m.563-569-8731

Jackson County:Bellevue Community Center1700 State Street – BelleveueMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-872-4666

Jackson County Senior Center 1000 E. Quarry St.-MaquoketaMonday – Friday at 11:30 a.m.563-652-6771

Marshall County:Marshall County Senior Center20 ½ E. State - Marshalltown Monday - Friday at 12:00 p.m.641-752-1638

Poweshiek County:Grinnell Senior Center 927 4 Ave – GrinnellMonday - Friday 12:00 p.m.641-236-2612

Tama County:Toledo Senior Center 103 S. Church – ToledoMonday - Friday at 12:00 p.m.641-484-3839

Winneshiek County:Calmar Senior Center106 E. Main Street – CalmarTues. and Thurs. 11:30 a.m.563-562-3654

Winneshiek County Senior Center 806 River Street – DecorahMonday - Friday at 11:45 a.m.563-382-9557

Fort Atkinson Comm. Center 300 3rd St. NW-Fort AtkinsonTues. and Thurs. at 11:30 a.m.563-534-7517

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