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Valley Senior Services of Ransom & Sargent Counties

Valley Senior Services offers Resource services to seniors in our region. A Senior Resource Specialist will work one-onone 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

MARCH 2018

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Tidbits

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Nutrition

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Tax Assistance 4

Giving Hearts

Donation

4

Menu

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Sargent County

Info

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Ransom County

Info

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Transit Info

Back Page

See contact information on

page 2.

INFORMATION & REFERRALS

ALWAYS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING OUR LISBON

OFFICE 683-3131 OR

Toll free: 877-857-3743

Valley Senior Services

PO Box 387 Lisbon, ND 58054

Office phone: 683-3131 Toll free: 877-857-3743 Fax: 701-683-0352

For meals or transportation: 701-683-3131 or 877-857-3743

Executive Director: Brian Arett Valley Senior Services 701-293-1440 or 877-827-1916 Resource Specialist: Morgan Weber (701) 683-3131 Meal & Transit Coordinator: Nannette "Nan" Severson Meal Delivery: Russel Anderson; Rita Linderkamp Ransom Kitchen Staff: Angie Elijah; Kendall Groettum; Darlene Dahl; Elise Nylander; Vee Rohn; Nita Kitchen Sargent Kitchen Staff: Gwen Anderson; Rita Preble; Cheryl Roder; Janet Kiefer Sargent Kitchen Subs: Carolyn Harrison; Delores Lysne; Cheryl Haring Transportation: Kevin Brummond;Cheryl Holmstrom; Lyle Milbrandt; Judy Milbrandt; Charlie Orn; Marlene Hogness; Wilfred Anderson; Bryan Stotts Ransom/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 protected 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.

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!

? Transportation note: please call the Lisbon office at 1-877-857-3743 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

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

or e-mail us at: nseverson@

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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 Warfarin. 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 negative 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 be the best way to get the full benefit from the medication.

Vitamin K is actually very important to our health and allowing, or causing a deficiency is not without consequence. It is involved in many bodily functions including bone health, growth, diabetes, 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 contain Vitamin C, Vitamin A, folate, potassium and fiber, not to mention they are very low in calories.

We now know that elderly people need more Vitamin K than the adequate intake level in order to avoid deficiency. Avoidance of these healthy vegetables has been associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis and cardiac and renal calcification.

So, I've made the case that Vitamin K is important, 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. A serving is defined as 1 cup raw or ? cup cooked 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 adjusted 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, spinach, Swiss chard, Brussels sprouts, leaf lettuce and iceberg lettuce.

In conclusion, restricting Vitamin K is not recommended as deficiency is associated with many disease states. It is essential to talk about your intake with your medical provider. The medication 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.

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!

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

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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 available 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 filing accurate returns and help taxpayers receive all of the benefits, credits, and deductions to which they are entitled. All AARP Tax-Aide sites e-file returns, also at no cost, which helps taxpayers get refunds quickly. Every taxpayer's return is quality reviewed and all information is kept confidential.

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 documents they need to file before coming to theTax-Aide site, 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 for locations and times.

Giving Hearts Day Donations

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

Hearts Day:

Cheryl Roder Sandy Mund James Johnson Trinity Lutheran Church Darline & Elwood Claus Henry & Anna Mae

Henricks Leon & Jean Freeberg

Allan Hankel Joy Venzke Lisbon Senior Center Carolyn Harrison Cogswell Center Rutland Oil Co. Forman Center

Ransom Sargent Senior Services, a branch of Valley Senior Services, is a non-profit organization serving senior citizens in Ransom and Sargent Counties. Our services include: Home Delivered Meals, Frozen Meals, Community Dining, Transportation, 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 information on our services please contact our office at 683-3131 or 1-877-857-3743.

Your tax deductible contribution to Valley Senior Services of Ransom and Sargent will help us to continue to meet the increasing 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

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ALL MEALS INCLUDE 8 oz 1% MILK MONDAY

MARCH 2018

REGIONAL MEALS ON WHEELS & MEALS AT CENTERS

Suggested donation $4.00 a meal for people 60+ and spouse of 60+

UNDER 60 IS A CHARGE OF $9.00 PER MEAL AND 60+ TAKE OUT MEALS (NOT HOME DELIVERED) IS A CHARGE OF $5.00

SNAP vouchers accepted by calling the Lisbon Office

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

SENIOR CENTER KITCHEN

Lisbon 683-3131 Enderlin 4372669

CALL ANY OF OUR

Cogswell 724-3024 Forman 724-3024 Rutland 724-4074

KITCHENS TO RESERVE A MEAL

Milnor 427-9327

STUFFED PEPPERS PARSLIED CARROTS COTTAGE CHEESE WITH

PEACHES BANANA BREAD

FRIDAY

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2

ROAST BEEF W/ GRAVY

MASHED POTATOES

PEAS AND CARROTS

PEACHES

WHOLE WHEAT DINNER ROLL

MACARONI BEEF NOODLE HOTDISH CORN TROPICAL FRUIT CUP WHOLE WHEAT BREAD

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HERB ROASTED CHICKEN WITH STUFFING

MASHED POTATOES W/GRAVY COUNTRY COLESLAW FRUITED JELL-O WITH TOPPING

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BBQ BAKED BEANS POTATO SALAD WARM CINNAMON APPLES WHOLE WHEAT DINNER ROLL

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CREAMY TURKEY AND NOODLES MEATLOAF

MIXED VEGETABLES

BAKED POTATO W/ S. CREAM

CAPTAIN'S SALAD

STEWED TOMATOES

PEACH CRISP WITH TOPPING

PINEAPPLE

ROSEMARY DINNER ROLL

SWEDISH MEATBALLS MASHED POTATOES STEAMED BEETS APPLESAUCE DATE BREAD

TACO CASSEROLE MEXICORN MANDARIN ORANGE CORN MUFFIN

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LASAGNA ROMAINE SALAD FRENCH STYLE GREEN BEANS FRUIT WHOLE WHEAT GARLIC

BREADSTICK

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ROAST PORK W/GRAVY MASHED POTATOES CRANBERRY SAUCE STEAMED SLICED CARROTS DICED PEARS WHOLE WHEAT DINNER ROLL

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CHICKEN PARMESAN WITH

BAKED COD WITH ALFREDO

MARINARA SAUCE OVER

SAUCE

NOODLES

PARSLIED POTATO

KEY LARGO BLEND VEGETABLES LEMON GARLIC BRUSSEL

WINTER FRUIT CUP

SPROUTS

GARLIC BREAD

ROSEMARY DINNER ROLL

PEAR CRISP W/ TOPPING

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LI'L CHEDDAR MEAT LOAF VEGETABLES MORNAY CRUNCHY CUKES FRUIT DATE BREAD

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CHICKEN ENCHILADA

PULLED PORK ON

SPANISH RICE

WHOLE WHEAT BUN

BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER SALAD BAKED BEANS

WARM CINNAMON APPLES

COLESLAW

PEAR SAUCE

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TURKEY POT PIE

STEAMED BABY CARROTS

TROPICAL FRUIT CUP

WHOLE WHEAT BREAD

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EASTER MEAL

SWISS STEAK W/GRAVY

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU

MASHED POTATOES

AU GRATIN POTATOES

COUNTRY BLEND VEGETABLES

CANDIED CARROTS

FRUIT

HOT CROSSED BUNS

CHOCOLATE CHIP ZUCCHINI MUFFIN CHERRY CHEESECAKE

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HOT HAM ON WHOLE WHEAT HOAGIE BUN

STEAMED CAULIFLOWER HASHBROWN POTATO BAKE MANDARIN ORANGES

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PORK CHOPS W/STUFFING

LEMON PEPPER COD WITH

MASHED POTATOES/GRAVY

TARTAR SAUCE

BRUSSEL SPROUTS

WILD RICE BLEND

FRUITED JELLO WITH TOPPING CREAMED PEAS

CAPTAIN'S SALAD

FRUIT COCKTAIL

SARGENT COUNTY

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.

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.

Sargent County Foot Care

724-3725

Sargent Food Pantry

701-680-7049 Tuesdays 1:00-4:00 Sargent Cty Courhouse, lower level & Gwinner Community Center Patty Woytassek, Director

Sargent 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 independence in your own home.

CENTER HIGHLIGHTS

Gwinner

Call for information about home delivered meals in the city of Gwinner. Please call if you have a home delivery interest. 683-3131

Forman Center 724-3928

Open: Mon-Thur Meals:

Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs Internet available

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

Cogswell Center 724-3024

Open: Monday-Thursday Meals:

Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs

Rutland Center 724-4074

Open 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)

Milnor Center 427-9327

Open Tuesday-Friday Meals:

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 Yoga Every Friday - 1:00 Pinochle

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

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RANSOM COUNTY

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 3:00 Schedule appointments from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Please do not call the driver at home to schedule rides. Ransom County Van Schedule

Hours: 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 Lisbon Wednesdays: rides from Fort Ransom & back

Thursdays: rides from Enderlin & back

Bus 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

Foot Care Ransom County Public Health Call 683-6140 for an appointment;

Ransom County Food Pantry 701-308-0905

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 transportation) to maintain your independence in your own home.

CENTER HIGHLIGHTS

Enderlin Center 437-2669

Lisbon Center 683-4295

Fort Ransom

Open Monday-Friday Meals:

Monday through Friday

Open Monday-Friday Meals:

Monday-Friday @ 12:00 Noon

Every Monday @ 10:00 - Chair Yoga Every 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 program Every Tuesday & Thursday @ 10:30 Bone Builders Exercise Program Regular meetings every other month.

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 Bingo Every Tuesday - 1:00 Hand & Foot Every Friday - 1:00 Rummy Every Tuesday & Thursday @ 10:30 - Bone Builders Exercise Program Every Friday - 9:30 Chair Yoga

IMPORTANT!!

Please call ahead to sign up for dinner so the

cook can plan enough food!

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)

Sheldon Seniors

No Meals - Call the Lisbon office for frozen meals at

683-3131 Potluck 2nd & 4th Friday of the month

Every Monday @ 9:00- Bone Builders Exercise Program

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

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

Please call 683-3131 to

Ransom/Sargent Counties Transportaion

Provided by Valley Senior Services

schedule your

Schedule

ride!

* 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 trip Fargo: $6 round trip Fort Ransom: $5 round trip Sargent County Towns Fargo: $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.

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