VOLUME 40, NUMBER 1 JANUARY, 2023
Inside this Issue
For Your Information .................. 2
Lifelong Learning ....................... 4
Entertainment - Movies .................8
Groups, Clubs & Services ........... 9
Program & Activity List ...............10
Calendar .................................... 11
Word Search .............................. 13
Volunteer View .......................... 14
Foundation ................................. 15
Health & Fitness ....................... 16
Spanish ...................................... 18
Relevant, Inclusive, Enlightened
Madison Senior Center
330 W. Miin Street
Madison, Wisconsin 53703
(608) 266‑6581
cityofmadison.com/senior‑center
Greengs and Happy New Year!
It is my pleasure to welcome all of our wonderful readers
to this month’s edition of the Messenger! My name
is Yolanda Shelton-Morris and I have the pleasure of
overseeing the programming provided at the Madison
Senior Center as well as other services the City of Madison
funds to support older adults. While 2022 was met with
much change and transition, including the retirement of
the former manager, Sally Jo Spaeni, I look forward to
working with Senior Center sta and our community
partners to create more opportunities that promote
successful aging and independence for all City of Madison
adults age 55 or older.
As the aging population in Madison continues to grow, it is important to create
a model for service delivery that responds to the increasing diversity within our
community. That work starts with centering the ndings from a racial equity
analysis that was completed in 2021, which discovered that few older adults in
Madison, including those who identify as Black, Indigenous People of Color
(BIPOC), Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ (LGBTQ+), are
aware of the programs, activities, and resources available at the Madison Senior
Center. Based on that information, this year’s goal is to eectively reach a
more diverse group of adults age 55 or older through senior center activities,
events, and programs designed to promote successful aging and independence.
A key component of that goal includes conducting a comprehensive evaluation
of services and a community stakeholder engagement process to identify and
overcome barriers to accessing opportunities that promote successful aging for
older adults. Whether you are a program participant, agency partner, or other
community stakeholder, your input is important, and we look forward to engaging
you in that process, which will take place over the next several months. Please be
on the lookout for more information to come!
The year 2023 promises to be one of continued growth and change as we continue
our commitment to providing inclusive programming and services that support
the diverse and growing older adult population in Madison. Thank you for being a
valued partner in this work!
Yolanda Shelton-Morris
Community Resources Manager
“And now let us believe in a long year that is given to us, new, untouched, full of things that
have never been, full of work that has never been done, full of tasks, claims, and demands; and
let us see that we learn to take it without letting fall too much of what it has to bestow upon
those who demand of it necessary, serious, and great things.”
~ Rainer Maria Rilke
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Directory
Phone.................................................(608) 266-6581
FAX ...................................................(608) 267‑8684
Website ............................... madisonseniorcenter.org
SENIOR CENTER STAFF
Community Resources Manager, Yolanda Shelton-Morris
(she, her)
(608) 266-6563, [email protected]
Program Coordinator, Laura Hunt (she, her)
(608) 267‑8650, [email protected]
Oce/Rental Manager, Karen Cator (she, her)
(608) 266-6290, [email protected]
Volunteer Coordinator, John Weichelt (he, him)
(608) 267‑2344, [email protected]
Reception Coordinator, Gary Flesher (he, him)
(608) 267‑8651, g[email protected]
Custodian, Ricky Butler (he, him)
(608) 266-6581, [email protected]
“The Madison Senior Center promotes successful aging.”
AA/EOC Employer and Service Provider
MISSION STATEMENT
The Madison Senior Center provides opportunities for
older adults to engage in healthy living education and
activities in a relevant and inclusive community.
OUR VISION
Become known as an inclusive community where older
adults thrive.
Program Format & Registraon
Programs are oered in person, virtually and hybrid.
Watch for the “VIRTUAL” after the program time.
Classes that are both in person and virtual are referred
to as “Hybrid”. Register for the programs, even
if they are free. Most programs require a minimum
number. If a program is virtual or hybrid, you
will receive the Zoom link in an email after you
register. If there is a fee, payment is required at the
time of registration. To register for a program,
email [email protected] or
(608) 267‑8651.
= Registration Required. Purple
text or a purple S means the program will be in
Spanish.
Scholarship Fund
Scholarships are available to people age 55 and older with
annual income less than $25,760 (one person) or $34,840
(two people) for programs and events. The application is
simple and all information is condential. Call 267‑8650
or email Laura at [email protected].
Member of
Wisconsin
Association of
Senior Centers
Public spaces (interior and exterior) at the Madison Senior Center are monitored by sta on
video security cameras; participants and visitors may be recorded.
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Health & Safety Precauons
To protect the health and safety of all
participants, volunteers, and sta in our building,
we ask that all facility visitors agree to the
following practices:
j Follow guidance provided by the CDC and
Public Health Madison and Dane County.
j Stay home if you are sick.
j Masks are welcome and encouraged (but not
required).
j If you appear sick, you may be asked to leave
the building.
j Wash hands often with soap and water for at
least 20 seconds.
j Take advantage of hand sanitizer stations.
j Use a tissue to cover a cough or sneeze.
j Social distance when possible.
NewBridge Madison
NewBridge is a not for prot
agency that serves adults age
60+. Their phone number is (608) 512-0000 and their
website is www.newbridgemadison.org. NewBridge
provides programs and services throughout the
community: Bridge Buddies - Friendly Callers, Case
Management, Diversity & Inclusion Activities, Food
Bridge Delivery, Foot Clinics, Home Chore Program
– Outdoor Only, Loan Closet, Representative Payee &
Guardianship Service and Zoom Classes & Activities.
NewBridge case managers have drop-in hours at the
Madison Senior Center once a month usually. Check the
“Calendar” page for the correct day and time.
Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
ADRC works with older adults, adults with disabilities
and caregivers to connect them to community services
that help keep them healthy and safe in the community.
They provide a friendly, welcoming place where you
can get unbiased information about aging or living
with a disability. Their contact information is 2865 N.
Sherman Ave, Madison, WI 53704; (608) 240‑7400 or
email [email protected].
Area Agency on Aging
The Area Agency on Aging of Dane County serves
individuals age 60 plus and their families in accessing
services that will help older adults continue living in
their own homes and communities. The amount of
assistance provided depends on the needs of the older
adult. Examples of community-based services include
congregate and home-delivered meals, caregiver
support, case management, and help with benet
questions. Contact Information: 2865 N Sherman
Ave, Madison, WI 53704; 608‑261‑2995 or email
Haircuts
4TH TUESDAY OF THE MONTH, 9 AM -
1 PM | APPOINTMENT REQUIRED
MSC will oer FREE haircuts once
a month by a licensed cosmetologist.
HAIR MUST BE CLEAN. Call (608) 266-6581 to
schedule an appointment. *No haircuts in January
or February. Haircuts will resume in March 2023.
Holiday Hours
The Madison Senior Center and the
NewBridge Nutrition Site will be closed
the following dates:
j Friday, December 30
j Monday, January 2
j Monday, January 16
Inclement Weather
In most cases, the Senior Center will
remain open. When an instructor or
presenter calls o because of weather or
illness we will attempt to contact all participants who
are registered for that program. Check the website or
Facebook for updates.
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This program is for anyone who
enjoys poetry. There will be opportunities to read, recite
and write. Best Words, Best Order is the title of a collection
of essays by the poet Stephen Dobyns which in just those
four well-chosen words perfectly describes what a poet
aspires to when putting a poem together. Writing poetry
is spills and thrills for the beginner and expert too. There
are countless small pitfalls but sometimes in the writing
something happens, an ah ha moment where the poet feels
he/she can say or almost say precisely what needs to be
said. Exploring Poetry is led by Mark Kraushaar.
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Express yourself using simple sewing techniques. Local
artist, Wendy Fern Hutton, guides you through the process
of creating something that speaks to your soul—an animal,
a medicine doll or maybe a spirit guide. Use fabrics, beads,
feathers, ribbons, or anything else you can think of.
We all have stories to tell, stories about our life
experiences, stories about our friends, stories about our
families. Some of those stories encompass the joys of
achievement, celebration, milestone moments, and the
joy of love. Others detail the harder parts of life, jealousy,
betrayal, sadness, loss. Our stories dene us. Through the
Greater Madison Writing Project’s “Writing Your Life”
workshops, we will help you nd the stories you want
to tell and give you writing strategies that will help you
craft them into the stories that you will want to share.
Our writing workshops will incorporate several dierent
writing strategies.
Each 90-minute session will include exploration of
dierent strategies opportunities to write and seek
feedback, and time to share writing in a welcoming and
enthusiastic community. Led by Mark Nepper.
Introduction to Creative Writing is a series of
three workshops for writers of all levels, genres,
and mediums Anna Stover and Heidi Rosenberg
will guide participants through creative writing
foundations. In these workshops, participants will
explore where they draw their inspiration from
with exercises designed to turn that inspiration
into a piece of writing. Participants will create
either a poem or story through brainstorming,
drafting, workshopping, and revising. The
workshops will include time for teaching, writing,
and sharing.
Anna Stover has been writing, reading, and
performing stories for as long as she can
remember. She decided to make a career out of
this, receiving a bachelor’s degree in writing
directing and performance from the University
of York and a master’s degree in creative writing
from the University of Oxford.
Heidi Rosenberg has been an instructor at
Madison College teaching rst‑year writing,
literature, and creative writing courses since 2015
and more recently has become the Coordinator
for the Community Writing Center, which is part
of Madison College’s Writing Center.
“Recent research has found that learning
keeps brain cells working at optimum levels,
which may slow cognitive and memory
decline as we age.”
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The Computer Lab is open during normal building
hours for general use. Volunteers are also available
by appointment to provide BOTH basic and advanced
tutoring, instruction, and tech support. We will nd a
volunteer to best t your technology voyage.
Virtual programs and activities will continue to be
a great way to connect with friends and family, or
take programs at the Madison Senior Center. If you
do not have a computer we can lend you a tablet for
FREE. Tablets2Go is available to you if are an adult
age 55+ who belongs to the Madison Senior Center.
Membership is free. Call (608) 266-6581 to schedule
an appointment and check out a tablet. Picture ID
required.
Basic Technology support including: smart phone
basics, downloading apps, social media, virus
protection, and email.
Digital Photography support including: photo
editing, enhancements, HDR capture, storage, and
online gallery presentations.
Website Design including: domain registration,
website management, and working with web hosting
companies.
Share your computer challenges or questions
with John Weichelt to schedule an appointment at
(608) 267‑2344 or [email protected].
Understanding and advancing your use of technology
is about your ambitions and not about your age.
The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
Additionally you will learn:
j Important facts about the eects of medication on driving.
j How to reduce driver distractions.
j How to maintain the proper following distance behind another car.
j Proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lock brakes and new technology found in cars
today.
j Techniques for handling left turns, right‑of‑way, and roundabouts.
j Age-related physical changes and how to adjust your driving to compensate.
j Call 608-266-6581 to register or email [email protected].
j Fee: $20 AARP Member and $25 Non-Member. Pay instructor with check or cash.
Do you struggle with knowing who to talk to or trust
at a Financial Institution? Maybe you are having
trouble paying your bills, or need to dispute a charge.
Perhaps you want to save a little each month, and
need help identifying how to make a change so there’s
something left to save. We are not nancial experts,
but we would like to match you up with someone we
trust who can help you nd the best person to talk
to depending on your needs. Our Volunteer, Mike
Fogle, spanned 43 years in the banking industry. He
was President of Castle Bank in northern Illinois,
and has experience in almost all areas of banking and
investing. He can answer basic questions, and serve
as liaison when the problem requires connecting with
working professionals. We cannot give nancial advice
or counseling. Call John at (608) 267‑2344 to schedule
an appointment.
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LIFELONG LEARNING
LGBTQ 50+ ALLIANCE
The LGBTQ 50+ Alliance is sponsored by OutReach Community Center and the Madison Senior Center. Its purpose is to
create a better quality of life for LGBTQ older adults by building partnerships with senior service providers and provide
social opportunities. Call (608) 255-8582 for more information or email [email protected]g. You can also check out
our website, lgbtq50plusalliance.org.
Exploring Spirituality
1ST & 3RD THURSDAYS, 1-3 PM
Meets at OutReach, 2701 Independence Lane
This discussion group discusses a wide variety of
topics related to religion and spirituality. Sponsored
by the LGBTQ 50+ Alliance.
Gay, Gray & Beyond
2ND & 4TH THURSDAYS, 2-4 PM
GG&B is a discussion group for those fortunate
enough to have arrived, that is, for those who know
the obstacles, but also recognize that there have been
joys. Those who look beyond the closet. Let’s get
together consider our individual selves, our unique
strengths and the nature of our ever-changing world.
Sponsored by the LGBTQ 50+ Alliance.
The Sappho Group
A 50+LESBIAN WOMEN’S’ SOCIAL GATHERING
HELD AT THE FITCHBURG SENIOR CENTER,
5510 LACY RD, FITCHBURG
3RD WEDNESDAYS, 1:30-3 PM
This condential group is open to 50+ lesbian women
- out, in, single, partnered, married with all sorts
of family denitions and beliefs. The social group
will include a chance to talk, meet new people , and
connect with old friends. Activities will include outings
to gay events, group events we create ourselves, and
community building projects. If more information is
needed call (608) 270‑4290.
Get Involved
New people are welcome at all of our activities. Not
sure? Stop in once to test the waters, and see what you
think. Our Steering Committee is also always looking
for new people who like to organize and plan activities,
or who have an interest in advocacy. For more
information, call Kristi at (608) 255-8582 or email us
Outreach Senior Advocate
The OutReach Senior Advocate,
Kristi Mason, coordinates
educational trainings and
workshop with the community
in addition to advocating for
LGBTQ+ older adults and
their wellness. You can reach
Kristi at (608) 255-8582 or
Kristi Mason
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Movies are on Tuesday afternoons at 12:30 pm.
A young girl discovers a secret map to the dream world of Slumberland, and with the help of an
eccentric outlaw, she traverses dreams and ees nightmares, with the hope that she will be able to
see her late father again. Stars: Jason Momoa, Marlow Barkley and Chris O’Dowd. Adventure,
Comedy, Family. 1 hour 57 minutes. Rated PG.
A family man is drafted to ght in a future war where the fate of humanity relies on his ability
to confront the past. Stars: Chris Pratt, Yvonne Strahovski, J.K. Simmons. Action, Adventure,
Drama. 2 hours 18 minutes. Rated PG-13.
In 1955, after Emmett Till is murdered in a brutal lynching, his mother vows to exose the racism
behind the attack while working to ha ve those involved brought to justice. Stars: Danielle
Deadwyler, Jalyn Hall and Frankie Faison. Drama, History, Biography. 2 hours 10 minutes.
Rated PG-13.
The story of people whose lives intertwine during a dramatic winter in New York City. Stars: Zoe
Kazanm Esben Smed and Jack Fulton. Drama. 1 hour 52 minutes. Not Rated.
Set during New Year’s Eve in New York City, this movie follows the lives of several couples and
singles in that intertwine over the course of the evening. Stars: Eddie Redmayne, Alex Sharp,
Sacha Baron Cohen. Drama, History, Thriller. 2 hours 9 minutes. Rated R.
Make new friends & nd someone who shares a common interest. Join us for a fun & a casual social gathering
for guests 50 and older. Learn about fun events in Dane County, other networking groups and how to meet
people online with similar interests. Enjoy music, dancing, appetizers, wine & beer and door prizes! $10
ticket includes all activities, food, and one drink ticket. To register, contact Gayle at (608) 204-8032 or
gayle@goodmancenter.org. Sponsored by: Goodman Community Center, NewBridge, Monona Senior Center,
and Madison Senior Center.
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Do you want to practice your Spanish? Our group
meets every week to chat in Spanish. Pop in when
you can. There are no attendance requirements. To
register email [email protected].
Once you are registered you will be sent the Zoom
link. All levels welcome. Spanish Conversation meets
via Zoom.
Gather round for some friendly
competition. A great way to get a little exercise and
meet other people. This is drop-in. New players
welcome!
The Madison Senior Center is
now a pick-up location for orders
placed through the River Food Pantry ePantry. That
means that if you order food through the ePantry,
you can pick it up at the MSC. All orders must be
placed on the Tuesday of the same week you pick the
food up. Our pick-up day is the 3rd Thursday of each
month. Orders can be picked 10 am ‑ 12 pm on
Thursday, January 19. To learn about ordering and
eligibility call John at (608) 267‑2344.
The ePantry may only be used once a month. Based
on household size, families select from a variety of
healthy and nutritious food, including fresh produce,
meat, dairy, culturally relevant
oerings, and special dietary
options, such as vegetarian and
gluten-free items.
Thank you to our volunteers
Humana for getting the groceries
from the River Food Pantry to the
Senior Center.
Starting January 4th,
NewBridge will be oering
BINGO on Wednesdays after
lunch. Each BINGO card costs
50 cents (maximum of two
cards). You can play for the
entire hour with that card. If you get a BINGO, then
you win $1. Any remaining money in the kitty at the
end, goes to the rst person(s) to get a “black out.”
Each week there will also be a rae. Participation in
the rae is free.
Get ready for the holidays, and
enjoy some “me” time, while you
visit, get your nails painted and
sip tea. Please bring your own
polish if want a specic color. We
will have red and clear. This is not
a full manicure. Trimming, gel/
acrylic removal and application not
provided. Call today to schedule your appointment,
(608) 266-6581.
Resources for Seniors
Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
.......................................................... (608) 240‑7400
Area Agency on Aging (AAA) ....... (608) 261-9930
OutReach Community Center ......... (608) 255-8582
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MADISON CENTER CENTER PROGRAM & ACTIVITY LIST
Programs, activities and times are subject to change. Call (608) 266‑6581 to conrm a program or activity.
PROGRAM OR ACTIVITY DAY & DATE TIME COST LOCATION
Ballroom Basics for Balance Fridays, 1/27 - 5/12 (16 weeks) 9:30 - 10:45 am $95 Virtual
BINGO at Nutrition Site Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00 am 50 cents MSC
Blood Pressure Screening E/O Tuesday, 1/3, 1/17 & 1/31 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Free MSC
Cardio Dance Fridays 1:00 - 1:45 pm Free MSC
Chair Fit Fridays 1/6 and 1/13 2:00 - 2:45 pm Free MSC
Computer Lab Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Free MSC
eFood Pantry Place orders, Tuesday, 1/17
Pick-up orders, Thursday, 1/19
10:00 am - 12:00 pm Free MSC
Exploring Poetry 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 1/11 &
1/25
11:00 am - 12:30 pm Free MSC
Gay, Gray & Beyond 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 1/12 & 1/26 2:00 - 4:00 pm Free MSC
Gentle Exercise Monday - Friday 9:00 - 9:45 am Free MSC
Laughing Bodies, Dancing
Minds
Tuesdays, 1/17 - 3/7 2:00 - 3:00 pm $52 MSC
Movies (titles on page 8) Tuesdays 12:30 - 3:00 pm Free MSC
Nail Salon Tuesday, 1/24 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Free MSC
NewBridge Case Manager Monday, 1/9 10:30 - 11:30 am Free MSC
Spanish Conversation 1st Wednesday in Person
Others Virtual
1:30 - 2;30 pm Free MSC/Virtual
Non-Traditional Doll Making &
Fabric Art
Wednesdays 1:00 - 4:00 pm Supplies MSC
Tai Chi Mondays, 1/9 - 3/20
No class 1/16
10:00 - 11:00 am Free Hybrid
Tablets2Go Ongoing Varies Free MSC
Technology Assistance By appointment Varies Free Virtual
Wii Bowling Weekdays 12:30 - 2:30 pm Free MSC
Writing Your Life Thursdays, 1/19 - 2/23 10:00 - 11:30 am Free MSC
INDOORS OR OUTDOORS, BE AS ACTIVE AS YOU CAN—AND HAVE FUN!
The winter season can be a challenging time to stay active, but staying physically active is one of the best
ways to improve your mental and physical health. Here are 6 tips to stay active all winter long:
1. Take Nature Walks
2. Monitor the weather and plan ahead
3. Wear layers
4. Workout online
5. Do some chores
6. Volunteer in active ways while maintaining social distance
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January 2023
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
SATURDAY/
SUNDAY
2
Closed in
Observance of New
Year’s Day
3 4 5
9:00 Gentle Exercise
National Bird Day
6
9:00 Gentle Exercise
1:00 Cardio Dance
2:00 Chair Fit
7/8
Sunday
Naonal Bubble
Bath Day
9:00 Gentle Exercise
11:00 Blood
Pressure
12:30 Movie:
Slumberland
9:00 Gentle Exercise
10:00 BINGO
1:00 Doll Making
1:30 Spanish Conv
@ MSC
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9:00 Gentle Exercise
10:00 Tai Chi
10:30 NB Case
Manager
10 11 12 13 14/15
9:00 Gentle Exercise
12:30 Movie: The
Tomorrow War
9:00 Gentle Exercise
10:00 BINGO
11:00 Exploring
Poetry
1:00 Doll Making
1:30 Spanish Conv
9:00 Gentle Exercise
9:30 PLATO
2:00 Gay, Gray &
Beyond
9:00 Gentle Exercise
1:00 Cardio Dance
2:00 Chair Fit
Sunday
Naonal Hat Day
16 17 18 19 20 21/22
Closed in
Observance of
Marn Luther King,
Jr. Day
9:00 Gentle Exercise
11:00 Blood
Pressure
12:30 Movie: Till
2:00 Laughing
Bodies, Dancing
Minds (LBDM)
*ePantry Ordering
Day
9:00 Gentle Exercise
10:00 BINGO
1:00 Doll Making
1:30 Spanish Conv V
9:00 Gentle Exercise
9:30 PLATO
10:00 ePantry Pick‑
Up
10:00 Writing Your
Life
9:00 Gentle Exercise
1:00 Cardio Dance
Saturday
Naonal Squirrel
Appreciaon Day
23 24 25 26 27 28/29
9:00 Gentle Exercise
10:00 Tai Chi
National
Handwriting Day
9:00 Gentle Exercise
10:00 Nail Salon
12:30 Movie:
Kindness of
Strangers
2:00 LBDM
9:00 Gentle Exercise
12:00 BINGO
9:00 Gentle Exercise
9:30 PLATO
10:00 Writing Your
Life
2:00 Gay, Gray &
Beyond
9:00 Gentle Exercise
9:30 BB4B V
1:00 Cardio Dance
Naonal Kazoo Day
30 31
9:00 Gentle Exercise
10:00 Tai Chi
9:00 Gentle Exercise
11:00 Blood
Pressure
12:30 Movie:
The Trial of the
Chicago 7
2:00 LBDM
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Rent includes HEAT & Garage.
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WINTER WONDERLAND
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Q F H O Z F R O S T Y B B Z S
L E C N K S N O W M A N Z M L
H K E S G W L L S C E B E I I
C Z G N I I K S I T W L N T P
T F Q Y T S I M C R T D R D P
F S L U S H Y N L I I L V T E
R C L C V U H V N O I O A U R
F R E E Z I N G E L V C H I Y
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X E T E K C A J C H I L L Y V
S L E D D I N G M E S W D D V
R Q I J D C O C O A A Q B Q H
M I T T E N S Y X A B I R D S
B P M L R Q T Z W H I T E K T
U I X W S N O W F L A K E S J
E M T D Y N Z V F L Z K D V U
L S D T A T B N A G I D R A C
U S V L E G N I L K R A P S H
B Q J X J R J A N U A R Y V A
Word Bank
1. MELTING
2. SNOW
3. COCOA
4. FREEZING
5. CHILLY
6. SNOWMAN
7. CARDIGAN
8. BIRDS
9. BITTER
10. WONDERLAND
11. MISTY
12. SLUSHY
13. SKIING
14. SKATING
15. SNOWFLAKES
16. MITTENS
17. SLIPPERY
18. SLEDDING
19. FROSTY
20. WHITE
21. SPARKLING
22. COLD
23. JACKET
24. JANUARY
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VOLUNTEER VIEW
Volunteer Opportunies
MARKETING ASSISTANCE - HYBRID
Use your technology skills to assist in promoting the
Madison Senior Center and its programs. Under direction
of the Program Coordinator you will create Facebook
events, posts, posters, and calendar postings. We oer a ton
of great programs, but often need extra push to let people
know about them.
OUTREACH (EVENTS/ACTIVITIES)
Expand our oerings and participants at the Madison
Senior Center by assisting with outreach into underserved
communities. If you enjoy spending time with older adults
this may be for you. Work with the Program Coordinator
to plan and implement activities in the community. This
may include contacting potential vendors, speakers or
presenters, and being in present to make sure things
run smoothly. Help older adults gain access to services,
programs and wellness activities at various community
centers and housing complexes.
SERVICE ASSISTANCE
Help senior participants navigate various community
programs to improve their lives. Connect Madison
residents with helpful senior services like: food share
programs, housing assistance/relief, loan closets,
transportation, and much more. Great role for retired or
aspiring social workers, community organizers, and senior
service managers.
FRONT DESK RECEPTION
This is the focal point of the Madison Senior Center. If you
like to know what’s going on and when, and have oce
skills, this may be the spot for you. MUST have computer/
phone/oce skills and experience. Shifts are 4 hours,
weekly and Mon - Fri.
GREAT COURSES FACILITATOR
Great Courses at the Senior Center are facilitated by
volunteer instructors who break down lectures by
professors into lessons that consist of videos, handouts, and
enlightening discussion. Turn your love of learning into a
great volunteer experience.
For more volunteering info, contact John,
267‑2344 or [email protected].
MODERATOR/HOST FOR BOOK CLUB
Are you a person of color who is excited about
advancing racial equity and social justice? Help
MSC pick books, formulate questions, and
lead a monthly hour long book club. This new
book club will oer dierent perspectives. A
minimum of 5‑6 month commitment is required.
This is a grassroots program, and it will be
dependent on input from the facilitator.
GAMES VOLUNTEER
Bolster older adult socialization by facilitating
card games, board games, and strategy games.
Learn the rules, teach others, and organize prizes.
EXERCISE FACILITATOR
MSC wants to expand exercise AND tness
classes with new ideas such as cardio drumming,
ball cardio and interesting forms of dance. Keep
seniors moving and active by encouraging
exercise on a weekly basis.
ARTIST OF THE MONTH
We have a wonderful space to display your
artwork on the rst oor of the Madison Senior
Center. Tracking is already in place and we
provide hooks and line for hanging. Invite your
friends and family to see your work anytime
during our hours of 8:30am to 4pm; M‑F.
FOOT CARE PROFESSIONAL
MUST be Licensed RN or CNA. Provide proper
foot care education and perform: inspection;
warm foot soak; nail trimming; foot rub with
lotion; physician referral (if needed). Looking to
schedule once per month at the Madison Senior
Center.
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FOUNDATION
PLEASE DONATE TODAY! MADISON SENIOR CENTER FOUNDATION, INC.
Send to: 330 W. Miin Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53703
Your personal donation provides programs, activities and services for adults over 55. Please make checks
payable to: Madison Senior Center Foundation, Inc.
Donor Name Phone
Address City State Zip
Email Amount Enclosed $
In Honor of: In Memory of:
In Appreciation of: Other:
Send Acknowledgement to (Name and Address):
Your donation is tax deductible as allowed by law. Donations are publicly acknowledged.
Please indicate if you wish to remain anonymous. For credit card gifts visit:
www.cityofmadison.com/senior-center/donate/donate-today.
What Does The MSC Foundaon Do?
The Madison Senior Center Foundation, a 501 c
3 organization, pays for programs and activities,
including a multitude of educational classes,
wellness activities, and performances. Associated
expenses include instructors, refreshments, volunteer
recognition and advertising. The Foundation covers
scholarships for any fee-based programs. If you are
interested in learning more about the foundation
contact John Weichelt, (608) 267‑2344
Join the Foundaon Board for a Chance
to Change Lives
We are looking for inspired, caring and committed
individuals to assist with fundraising and decision
making processes on the Senior Center Foundation
Board! Provide guidance, solicit and accept gifts
in support of Madison Senior Center programs
and services for older adults in Madison. Use your
connections and talents to increase partnerships,
maintain and grow nancial stability, and expand our
reach in the community. Our vision is to be known as
an inclusive community where all older adults thrive.
Contact John Weichelt at jweichelt@cityofmadison.
com or (608) 267‑2344 to learn more.
Donaons
j Robert Conway
j Charlotte & James Burns
j Chris & Kathy Davis
j Andrea Kaminski
j William Lane
j Kathleen Poi
j Judith Siegfried
j Jim Thompson
j Sandra Ward
j Barb Williams
j Humana - Sponsor
Foundaon Board of Directors
j Sally Miley – President
j Tom DeChant
j Faisal Kaud
j Kathy Whitt
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Start out the weekend with an energizing cardio class
that will get the blood pumping. This class is for you
if you can move around freely without assistance, and
would enjoy a class that recreates the dance moves
to songs you love at an easily modied intensity
to t your comfort range. The design of the class
introduces easy-to-follow choreography that focuses
on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come
ready to sweat, and prepare to leave empowered and
feeling strong. Class focuses on all elements of tness:
cardiovascular, muscular conditioning, exibility and
balance!
The HasFit program is available on YouTube. When
our TV is not in use, tune in at your convenience
to complete an exercise session. Instructors for the
senior sessions focus on strength, exibility and
balance.
Yoga improves balance,
range of motion and exibility, which are all
important, especially as we age. Yoga Accessible
for All (YAFA) teachers dedicate themselves to
making yoga safe and inviting for anyone who is
interested in gaining the benets (yafayoga.org). We
do a combination of seated and standing positions,
Our certied instructors have a working knowledge
of physical limitations that many older adults
experience, and will always suggest modications
if a pose is not working for you. Please register in
advance. Suggested donation of $4 per class.
Come on down to the Madison Senior Center for a
movement class with the remarkable Li Chiao-Ping.
Her classes focus on warm‑up techniques, strength
and stretching exercises, core work, breathing and
energy ow. No prior dance experience needed.
Li Chiao-Ping is the Sally Banes Professor of Dance
& Vilas Research Professor with the UW-Madison
Dance Department. She is also the Artistic Director
of Li Chiao-Ping Dance. She has a special interest
in working with older adults and demonstrating that
dance is beautiful and rewarding at any age.
Chair Fit
What is Chair Fit? A fun workout that
works on improving strength, balance,
endurance, exibility, and range of motion all to the
rhythm of fun music. Great for all tness levels!
Exercises are tailored to your tness level with the
goal of gradually improving that level. Try this new
wellness program and tell us whether not we should
add it to the schedule.
Tai chi is a series of gentle physical exercises and
stretches. Each posture ows into the next without
pause, ensuring that your body is in constant motion.
Tai chi is sometimes described as meditation in motion
because it promotes serenity through gentle movements
— connecting the mind and body. Give Tai chi a try
from the comfort of your own home through virtual
participation, or with a small group at the Senior
Center. Tai chi is oered as a Great Course, and will
feature David-Dorian Ross, International Master Tai
Chi Instructor.
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Ballroom Basics for Balance™ (BB4B) is a fun way to improve balance through the basics
of dance! This class is for you if you want to get better at moving about your world with
more condence and you want to have fun in the process! No partner or dance experience
required. More information, 2023 class dates and times, and registration forms can be found
at www.ballroombasicsforbalance.org.
$95 – for this 16‑week class, January 27 ‑ May 12
Fridays 9:30 - 10:45 am via Zoom
Registration: https://forms.gle/YaMD1xU1BGkSP8rd8
Financial assistance available.
Follow directions when registering.
For more information:
www.ballroombasicsforbalance.org/index.php/nd‑classes/
Location: Madison Central Library (201 W. Miin St.)
Sponsored by Madison Senior Center
$75 – for this 12‑week class, February 3 ‑ April 21
Fridays, 10 - 11:30 am
Financial assistance available. Follow directions when
registering. To register contact Susan Frikken, instructor, at
(608) 692‑8794.
Changes in brain health, such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, are one of the
greatest health and societal challenges facing Wisconsin communities. Despite
the benets of engaging in brain health‑promoting activities, readily accessible,
evidence-guided programming can be hard to come by! Since 2019, the Gilmore-
Bykovskyi Brain Health Team has partnered with MSCR to deliver the Brain and
Body Fitness Program. We provide this program through volunteer eorts of faculty, sta, and students at
no cost to participants. Through Brain and Body Fitness, we aim to provide research-informed education
on ways to maintain brain health and engage in brain and physical exercises. This year, we are expanding
our program to collaborate with Madison Senior Center for a two‑part series on February 28 and March 7,
2023 from 1-2 pm. We hope you will join us!
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SPANISH
¿Qué sabe usted?
¿Tiene usted una habilidad o conocimiento especiales? Estamos buscando a personas que enseñen o
lideren programas en Español para adultos mayores. Esto podría ser trabajo voluntario o remunerado. A
continuación econtrará unas cuantas de nuestras ideas para los programas, pero estoy segura que usted
tendrá muchas más. Envíe un correo electrónico o llame al 608‑266—6581. Por favor déjenos saber si
necesita de un intérprete.
j Yoga
j Baile
j Dibujo
j Pintura
j Usar el Facebook
j Teléfonos Inteligentes
j Ayuda con el Medicare
j Arreglos de Flores
j Cocina
For ad info. call 1-800-950-9952 • www.lpicommunities.com Madison Senior Center, Madison, WI C 4C 01-1141
We’ll help you every We’ll help you every
step of the way.step of the way.
Oering a continuum Oering a continuum
of of
care for seniors:care for seniors:
>> Independent Living Independent Living
>> Assisted Living Assisted Living
>> Memory Care Memory Care
>> Rehabilitation Rehabilitation
Call 608-663-8600 or email Call 608-663-8600 or email
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SPANISH
¡Saludos y Feliz Año Nuevo!
¡Es un placer para mí darles la bienvenida a todos nuestros maravillosos lectores a la
edición de este mes del Mensajero! Mi nombres es Yolanda Shelton-Morris y tengo el
placer de supervisar la programación proporcionada en el Centro para Adultos Mayores
de Madison al igual que otros servicios que la Ciudad de Madison nancia para apoyar
a los adultos mayores. Mientras que el 2022 produjo muchos cambios y transiciones,
incluyendo la jubilación de la administradora anterior, Sally Jo Spaeni, yo estoy muy
emocionada de trabajar con el personal del Centro para Ancianos Mayores y nuestros
socios comunitarios para crear más oportunidades que promuevan el envejecimiento
exitoso y la independencia para todos los adultos de 55 años o más de la Ciudad de
Madison.
A medida que la población envejeciente de Madison continúa creciendo, es importante crear un modelo para
la entrega de servicios que responda al crecimiento de la diversidad dentro de nuestra comunidad. Ese trabajo
comienza con enfocarnos en los hallazgos de un análisis de equidad racial que fue conducido en el 2021, el
cual trajo a la luz que muy pocos adultos en Madison, incluyendo a aquellos que se identican como personas
de color Negras o Indígenas (BIPOC), Lesbianas, Gay, Bisexuales, Transgénero y Queer+ (LGBTQ+), están
al tanto de los programas, actividades y recursos disponibles en el Centro para Adultos Mayores de Madison.
Basado en esta información, el objetivo de este año es el de llegar efectivamente a más grupos diversos de
adultos en edades de 55 años o más a través de actividades, eventos y programas del centro para adultos
mayores diseñados para promover el envejecimiento exitoso y la independencia. Un componente clave de ese
objetivo incluye el conducir una evaluación integral de los servicios y un proceso de participación de las partes
interesadas en la comunidad para identicar y superar las barreras para tener acceso a las oportunidades que
promuevan el envejecimiento exitoso para los adultos mayores. Su opinión es importante ya sea que usted es un
participante del programa, una agencia asociada, o cualquier otra parte interesada en la comunidad, y esperamos
involucrarles en ese proceso, el cual se llevará a cabo durante los próximos meses. ¡Por favor esté atento a más
información por venir!
El año 2023 promete ser un año de crecimiento y cambio continuos a medida que continuamos nuestro
compromisos de proporcionar programación y servicios inclusivos que apoyen a la población diversa y
creciente de adultos mayores en Madison. ¡Gracias por ser un socio invaluable en este trabajo!
Yolanda Shelton-Morris
Gerente de Recursos Comunitarios
“Y ahora déjennos creer en un largo año que se nos ha brindado, nuevo, intacto, lleno de
cosas que nunca han sido, lleno de trabajo que nunca se ha hecho, lleno de tareas, reclamos
y exigencias; y déjennos ver que hemos aprendido a aceptarlo sin dejar caer demasiado de lo
que tiene para dar a los que le exigen cosas necesarias, serias y grandes.”
~ Rainer Maria Rilke
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