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Sara Schafer

Stay active to help combat aging

Why do some people, as they age, “keep their smarts?” That is, they maintain their cognitive functions well when others do not? If you are at ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, June 29, 2019 7:01 am

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Senior center hosting seminar on changes in sleep patterns with doctor from Mayo

Have you ever had problems sleeping? Along with the other changes that happen as we get older, changes in sleep patterns are part of the aging ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, June 15, 2019 6:40 am

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Senior center changing hours it opens

We are changing our hours and June is our trial month. We are now opening the building at 7:30 a.m. instead of 8 a.m. If this ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, June 8, 2019 6:57 am

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Memorial Day a chance to reflect

Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday which occurs every year on the final Monday of May. Memorial Day is a day of remembering ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, May 25, 2019 9:48 am

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First Senior Center picnic in the lot Wednesday

This week, on Tuesday and Thursday, we are having a finger nail clinic. At 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday, we will hold our first picnic ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Monday, May 20, 2019 4:13 pm

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Busy day for the senior center on Tuesday

Tuesday is a very busy day here at the center. Come in at 11:30 a.m. and have hotdish in the coffee shop. At 1 p.m. ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, May 4, 2019 9:34 am

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Diabetes program begins, will run 6 weeks

We have started the next six-week session of Living well with Diabetes. Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. they are meeting and there is still ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, April 27, 2019 11:17 am

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Senior Center hosting Easter dinner on Friday

Join us for an Easter celebration Friday, April 12. We are having a traditional Easter meal of ham or turkey; members $9, non-members $10. Dinner ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, April 6, 2019 9:41 am

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Class to help those with diabetes be healthier

If you live with diabetes and would like to improve your health and sense of well-being, this class is for you. From 9:30 a.m. to ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, March 30, 2019 9:07 am

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Doing your part to help stop robocallers

How many of you are getting tired of those unwanted phone calls? You think someone is calling to catch up with you and it’s just ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, March 23, 2019 9:39 am

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Gumbel to discuss questions of life’s finances

At 1 p.m. on Tuesday, we will host the second session by Jennifer Gumbel, “Legal Costs, Taxes and Nursing Home Care.” How much can the ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, March 16, 2019 7:01 am

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Group is a place for caregivers to share experiences, gain support

The next Caregiver Support Group will be March 21. Caregiver Support Groups provide the opportunity for caregivers to share their experiences, discuss their concerns, and ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, March 9, 2019 11:30 am

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Benefit from the effects of exercise

Experts say exercise starts to decline as people surpass the age of 40, so they have some tips on how to make your daily walk ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, March 2, 2019 9:17 am

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Come to the senior center and learn about Austin

Did you know?? •Austin was recently highlighted in the Washington Post for being Autism Friendly. •Austin was in the top 10 Nicest Places in America ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, February 23, 2019 9:52 am

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Defensive driving class is Friday

Our next defensive driving class is at noon on Friday, Feb. 22. This is a four-hour refresher class to get a discount on your car ... Read more

by Sara Schafer, Saturday, February 16, 2019 9:51 am

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