Silver QuillValley Senior Services of Ransom & Sargent Counties

MARCH2018

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INFORMATION & REFERRALS

ALWAYS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING OUR LISBON

OFFICE - 683-3131 OR

Toll free: 877-857-3743

Tidbits 2

Nutrition 3

Tax Assistance 4

Giving Hearts Donation 4

Menu 5 Sargent County Info 6

Ransom County Info 7

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Valley Senior Services offers Resource services to seniors in our region. A Senior Resource Specialist will work one-on-one with individuals and families to identify needs, ensure access to available in-home care supports and services, and encourage planning for future long-term support needs such as:

• Meals on Wheels• Senior community dining• Transportation• Homemaker services and personal care assistance• Assistive safety devices• Family caregiver support and respite care• Housing options• Legal services• Financial programs• Care transition from hospital or nursing home

Contact your local Resource Specialist in Ransom and Sargent County

701-683-3131 or 1-877-857-3743

ValleySenior Services

PO Box 387Lisbon, ND 58054

Office phone: 683-3131Toll free: 877-857-3743Fax: 701-683-0352For meals or transportation: 701-683-3131 or 877-857-3743Executive Director: Brian ArettValley Senior Services 701-293-1440 or 877-827-1916Resource Specialist:Morgan Weber (701) 683-3131Meal & Transit Coordinator:Nannette “Nan” SeversonMeal Delivery:Russel Anderson; Rita LinderkampRansom Kitchen Staff:Angie Elijah; Kendall Groettum; Dar-lene Dahl; Elise Nylander; Vee Rohn; Nita KitchenSargent Kitchen Staff:Gwen Anderson; Rita Preble; Cheryl Roder; Janet KieferSargent Kitchen Subs:Carolyn Harrison; Delores Lysne; Cheryl HaringTransportation:Kevin Brummond;Cheryl Holmstrom; Lyle Milbrandt; Judy Milbrandt; Charlie Orn; Marlene Hogness; Wilfred Anderson; Bryan StottsRansom/Sargent Float:Lynn Kaspari

If you are qualified, your rights to receive the services provided by this organization without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or handicap are pro-tected by Federal Law.

If you believe you have been discriminated against, please contact:

Brian Arett, Valley Senior Services,

P.O. Box 2217, Fargo, ND 58108. (701) 293-1440.

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There will not be congregate or home delivered meals on days that schools are closed due to storm conditions. The menu listed for that day will be moved to the next day. Listen to KQLX of Lisbon for announcements of services for storm days.

Statement of Identification - Silver QuillPublished Monthly by: Valley Senior Services

2801 32nd Ave. S, P.O. Box 2217, Fargo, ND 58108To receive the Silver Quill call 683-3131 or toll free 1-877-857-3743

or e-mail us at: nseverson@valleyseniors.org

Tidbits• Milnor Center will have board games from 7:00 - 9:00

p.m. on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of each month. All adults welcome!

• Reminder: schedule your appointments between 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. for Ransom bus & Sargent van transportation. Ransom & Sargent transportation open to the public!

• Transportationnote:pleasecalltheLisbonofficeat1-877-857-3743 or 683-3131 to schedule your rides, do not call the drivers at home.

• Meal tickets always make a great gift idea!• Rent your local senior center for a family or business

function.• Help Wanted: Meals on Wheels Deliverers - If you

would like to help with the Meals on Wheels (MOW) delivery, please call Nannette at 683-3131.

Storm Policy - Storm Closing Notice

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Eat Your Greens! Vanessa Berg, MD LRD CDE

We all know that vegetables are good for us. Some of the most nutrient dense options are the green family. Unfortunately, I often hear that people are avoiding these veggie gold mines. The reason for limiting them is usually that they are on a “blood thinner”. The term “blood thinners” refers to anticoagulant therapy that includes the medications Coumadin and War-farin. These medications prevent coagulation (clotting) in the blood. Green veggies contain Vitamin K, which has a direct interaction with blood thinning medication. To avoid a nega-tive reaction, the recommendation is to have a CONSISTENT Vitamin K intake. But, what does that mean? One might reasonably conclude that avoiding sources of Vitamin K in the diet would bethebestwaytogetthefullbenefitfromthemedication.

Vitamin K is actually very important to our health andallowing,orcausingadeficiencyisnotwith-out consequence. It is involved in many bodily functions including bone health, growth, dia-betes, pregnancy, cardiovascular health, renal (kidney) health, and some cancers. Plus, these foods provide other important antioxidants, like lutein. Lutein is known for its role in eye health and prevention of blindness. Greens also con-tain Vitamin C, Vitamin A, folate, potassium and fiber,nottomentiontheyareverylowincalories.

We now know that elderly people need more Vitamin K than the adequate intake level in ordertoavoiddeficiency.Avoidanceofthesehealthy vegetables has been associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis and cardiac and renalcalcification.

New research shows that an inadequate level of Vitamin K can negatively affect metabolism. This suggests that Vitamin K plays a role in obesity and diabetes also!

So, I’ve made the case that Vitamin K is impor-tant, but we know it interferes with blood thinning medications. What should we do? Variability of these medications and Vitamin K is especially dangerous. It is recommended that people who take blood thinners have a CONSISTENT but ADEQUATE amount of Vitamin K in their diets. This means that people need to include green veggies in their diets regularly. In other words, it is not advised to consume a bag of raw spinach one day and avoid leafy greens for the rest of the month. One might want to include a serving of vegetables high in Vitamin K every day.Aservingisdefinedas1cuprawor½cupcooked veggies.

The most important point is to NOT MAKE CHANGES IN VITAMIN K INTAKE WITHOUT FIRST TALKING WITH YOUR DOCTOR/NP/PA!! Your medication will need to be ad-justed to accommodate the Vitamin K in your diet.

What foods contain Vitamin K anyway? The top sources of this vitamin along with other nutrient heavy hitters are: Kale, broccoli, parsley, spin-ach, Swiss chard, Brussels sprouts, leaf lettuce and iceberg lettuce.

In conclusion, restricting Vitamin K is not recom-mendedasdeficiencyisassociatedwithmanydisease states. It is essential to talk about your intake with your medical provider. The medica-tion will need to be adjusted by your provider to counterbalance the Vitamin K in your diet. Do not make changes without talking with your medical provider.

*This article is for education purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified physician regard-ing any medical condition

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Ransom Sargent Senior Services,abranchofValleySeniorServices,isanon-profitorganizationservingseniorcitizensinRansomandSargentCounties.Ourservicesinclude:HomeDeliveredMeals,FrozenMeals,CommunityDining,Transpor-tation, Senior Centers, Outreach Assistance and Medicare Part D assistance. In addition, we distribute a monthly publication - The Silver Quill - detailing current and upcoming events of interest to the senior community. If you would like additional informationonourservicespleasecontactourofficeat683-3131or1-877-857-3743.

Your tax deductible contribution to Valley Senior Services of Ransom and Sargent will help us to continue to meet the in-creasing demand for services. Your gift can be mailed to VSS, P.O. Box 387, Lisbon, ND 58054.

Your gift can be designated to *Home Delivered Meals *Congregate Dining * Outreach Assistance *Transportation *Medicare Part D Assistance

Giving Hearts Day Donations

A special thank you to everyone who donated to our organization for Giving

Hearts Day:

Cheryl RoderSandy Mund

James JohnsonTrinity Lutheran ChurchDarline & Elwood Claus

Henry & Anna Mae Henricks

Leon & Jean FreebergAllan Hankel Joy Venzke

Lisbon Senior CenterCarolyn HarrisonCogswell CenterRutland Oil Co.Forman Center

Free Income Tax Assistance

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide sites across North Dakota will open beginning the week of February 1 to help people prepare their 2017 tax returns. This free service is avail-able to low- and moderate-income taxpayers of all ages with special attention to those 60 and older. You do not have to be an AARP member to take advantage of the service.

IRS-certified volunteers are trained to assist in filingaccurate returns and help taxpayers receive all of the benefits,credits,anddeductionstowhichtheyareen-titled.AllAARPTax-Aidesitese-filereturns,alsoatnocost, which helps taxpayers get refunds quickly. Every taxpayer’s return is quality reviewed and all information iskeptconfidential.

Last year in North Dakota 9,199 people were helped with their federal and state tax returns. This year more than 100 volunteer preparers and client facilitators will staff 10 sites across the state.

Individuals should ensure that they have all of the docu-mentstheyneedtofilebeforecomingtotheTax-Aidesite,including Social Security cards, photo IDs and a copy of last year’s tax returns.

Locations for Income Tax Assistance are across the state. Call AARP toll-free at 1-866-554-5383 (toll-free) or go online to aarp.org for locations and times.

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Sargent County Transportation--Open to the public

Call 683-3131 or 1-877-857-3743 and leave a message

Rides provided Tuesday through Thursday on request. Rides provided within the county and sur-

rounding areas - Oakes, Lisbon, Fargo.

CENTER HIGHLIGHTS

SARGENT COUNTY

Open: Monday-ThursdayMeals:

Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs

Forman Center724-3928

Open: Mon-Thur Meals:

Mon, Tues, Wed, ThursInternet available

Every Monday @ 10:30 - Chair YogaEvery Tuesday & Thursday @ 10:30 - Bone Builders Exercise Program

Gwinner

Call for information about home de-livered meals in the city of Gwinner. Please call if you have a home deliv-ery interest. 683-3131 Rutland Center

724-4074Open Monday-Thursday

Meals:Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs

Daily puzzles; Club meets 2nd Tuesday @ 1:00. Video Lead Yoga—Monday, Tuesday, and by demand.Every Monday & Tuesday@ 10:30 - Chair Yoga (call Janny for details)

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Milnor Center427-9327

Open Tuesday-FridayMeals:

Tue, Wed, Thurs, Fri

Cards every Tuesday & Friday; Club meets as needed. Internet available.

Board Games 7:00-9:00 p.m. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays each month.

All adults welcome!Every Tuesday & Thursday - @ 10:00 - Bone Builders Exercise Every Tuesday - 1:00 Bridge (call Janice at 427-9462)Every Wed. @ 10:00 - Chair YogaEvery Friday - 1:00 Pinochle

Cogswell Center724-3024

Sargent County Foot Care

724-3725

Sargent Food Pantry701-680-7049

Tuesdays 1:00-4:00Sargent Cty Courhouse, lower level

& Gwinner Community CenterPatty Woytassek, DirectorSargent County

VSS Resource Specialist 683-3131

VSS Resource Specialist Morgan Weber will help link you to programs including home delivered meals and transportation to maintain your inde-pendence in your own home.

* Please call ahead to sign up for dinner - All meal sites serve noon meal at 12:00*

Call Nannette for details - 1-877-857-3743 or

683-3131 - leave a message - Please do not call the driver at home

Schedule appointments from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Memorials

Open Monday-FridayMeals:

Monday through Friday

Every Monday @ 10:00 - Chair YogaEvery Tuesday - 1:00 Hand & Foot plus Whist cards Every Thursday - van to Lisbon (call Lisbon office to schedule a ride)2nd Wednesday of month - 1:00 Bingo hosted by HEART programEvery Tuesday & Thursday @ 10:30 - Bone Builders Exercise ProgramRegular meetings every other month.

Enderlin Center 437-2669

Meals:No meals being served at this time. Anyone needing frozen

meals should call the Lisbon site at 683-3131

Every Wednesday - van to Lisbon (call 877-857-3743 or 683-3131)

Lisbon Center683-4295

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Open Monday-FridayMeals:

Monday-Friday @ 12:00 Noon

Thursday night pinochle—call Brad Ellingson - 678-4844.

March 2- Birthday club @noon March 7 - Golden Rule/Club meeting Every Monday - 9:30 Chair Yoga; 1:00 BingoEvery Tuesday - 1:00 Hand & FootEvery Friday - 1:00 RummyEvery Tuesday & Thursday @ 10:30 - Bone Builders Exercise ProgramEvery Friday - 9:30 Chair Yoga

CENTER HIGHLIGHTS

Ransom County Transportation Open to the public

Call 683-3131 or 1-877-857-3743 and leave a message

Drivers close at 4:00 Mon. - Thur. and Fridays at 3:00Schedule appointments from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Please do not call the driver at home to schedule rides.

Sheldon Seniors

No Meals - Call the Lisbon office for frozen meals at

683-3131Potluck 2nd & 4th

Friday of the month Every Monday @ 9:00- Bone Builders Exercise Program

Fort Ransom

Foot Care Ransom County Public Health -

Call 683-6140 for an appointment;Ransom County

Food Pantry701-308-0905

Call Wednesday to order a basket; Thursday basket pick up 1:00-3:00

Ransom County VSS Resource Specialist

683-3131 Resource Specialist Morgan Weber will help link you to programs (such as home delivered meals and trans-portation) to maintain your indepen-dence in your own home.

RANSOM COUNTY

Ransom County Van ScheduleHours: Monday -Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Friday 8:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Monday-Friday: rides within the city of LisbonWednesdays: rides from Fort Ransom & back

Thursdays: rides from Enderlin & backBus Schedule

2nd & 4th Tuesday and every Thursday to Fargo*Schedule appointment between 10:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.

*Reserve bus ride by 3:00 p.m. the day before riding

IMPORTANT!! Please call ahead to sign up for dinner so the

cook can plan enough food!

Valley Senior Services, Inc.P.O. Box 2217Fargo, ND 58108

NON-PROFIT ORG.U.S. POSTAGE PAIDFARGO, ND 58102PERMIT NO. 1123

Please call

683-3131 to schedule your

ride! Schedule

* Transportation is available in the city of Lisbon from 8 am. - 4pm, Monday through

Thursday. Fridays 8 am to 3 pm. First ride will be given at 8:15 am. Last ride will be given at 3:45 pm.* Transportation to Fargo is available the sec-ond and fourth Tuesday of each month, and every Thursday. Time spent in Fargo will be from 10 am- 4 pm, unless all riders are done earlier.* Transportation from surrounding towns in Ransom County into Lisbon is available monthly from 9:30 am. - 2:30 pm.

Cost (per person)Lisbon: $2 round trip

Enderlin: $5 round tripFargo: $6 round trip

Fort Ransom: $5 round tripSargent County TownsFargo: $7 round trip

Within Sargent: $5 round trip

• Rides are provided on a first-call, first-serve basis. Medical appointments take precedence.

• Vehicles are equipped with wheelchair lifts to accomodate accessibility needs.

• For out of town rides, please call at least two days in advance.

Ransom/Sargent Counties Transportaion

Provided by Valley Senior Services