Email: belgradesrcntr@bresnan.net

Website: www.montanaseniorcenter.org

I would like to invite members, both seasoned and new, to consider contributing your time and energy as a Senior Center volunteer. Did you know that we have over 75 active volunteers, contributing many hours each year? Just think how different our community would look like without all of our fabulous volunteers. Not sure how to volunteer? Talk with Shannon Bondy, 388.4711 or belgradesrcntr@bresnan.net. There’s a place for everyone, whether you want to teach a class, weed the garden, flip pancakes, join a board committee, or join our newly formed Advocacy Workgroup. Speaking of advocacy...what is it?

Why do we need advocacy at Belgrade Senior Center?

• Advocacy is communicating the crucial role human services play, and the value of services for seniors and people with disabilities.

• Advocacy is demonstrating the need for secure and dedicated funding. The Senior Center receives governmental funds each year. We need to ensure that funding continues in the future.

• Advocacy is building awareness within Belgrade Senior Center and amongst community alliances for the need to mobilize.

• Advocacy is developing powerful and relevant messages and marketing positive stories.

A special meeting was held in July to elect new officers serving on the Board of Directors. Congratulations and welcome to the following individuals:

President – Sam Jackson

Vice President – Jim Weaver

Treasurer – Bill Dutton

Secretary – Betty Shontz

Jan Becker

Joan Thompson

Don Walters

Yvonne Begeman

Carl Trihub

Robert Cline

Buffy Rowden

Ted Mangun

The Board of Directors is the administrative governing body establishing the policies of the Center, overseeing the budget and the affairs of the Center in general. The Director of the Center, reporting to and working with the Board and staff, is responsible for running the general daily business of the Center within the approved policies and budget. Any of the Board members can provide you with further information. Serving on the Board is a big job and we are grateful to those individuals willing to dedicate this much time, expertise, and dedication to our organization. Much appreciation goes out to those individuals who have already served their time! We hope you will continue to offer your expertise in other ways.

Basic Broadway Tap Class – August 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 – Wednesdays & Fridays – 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. – It’s never too late to learn a new talent such as basic Broadway tap. Tap dancing is great exercise and so much fun. Phyllis Morrison has been tapping since she was 7 years old! You will be starting with a basic tap step called the time step. Instruction will be slow and easy, so don’t be intimidated if you have never tapped. Bring tap shoes if you have them, and don’t dress too warmly. Once you learn the basic steps, we will be offering an intermediate class to help you progress towards becoming a phenomenal tap dancer. Come and observe the class first if you would just like to see what is involved.

Pinochle/Card Games – August 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29 - Thursdays - 10:00 a.m. – Fridays – 1:00 p.m. - Every Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. and Friday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. is game day. Come spend the morning or the afternoon playing pinochle, bridge, cribbage, scrabble, etc..with all your friends at the center. All are welcome to attend and join in the fun.

Bake Sale – August 21, 11:00 – 1:00 p.m. - The Belgrade Senior Center has a bake sale on the third Thursday of each month allowing you to purchase sticky buns, cookies, and pies. You’ll find everything from chocolate chip cookies to lemon pies. All items are baked and donated from different members of our center. The bake sale has been a wonderful fundraiser each month. A heartfelt thank-you to Dolla Weaver, Jan Becker, Marj Schaper, Frances Batchelder, and Donna Barnaby for consistently purchasing ingredients and making homemade items for the bake sale. If you have some extra time available and would be willing to make a pie or cookies, please call Shannon at 388-4711. We are always looking for new volunteers to help with the bake sale.

Pancake Breakfast – August 9, 7-10 a.m. – Treat yourself to a delicious pancake breakfast on the second Saturday of each month at the senior center. A hearty breakfast of pancakes and eggs will be served from 7-10 a.m. No reservations are needed. Come anytime between 7 and 10 a.m. Cost is only $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children.

Belgrade Days Dinner – August 14, 12:00 Noon – Let’s go back to the old times and enjoy special testimonials from those born and raised in Belgrade. Tell us where you grew up, who your first grade teacher was, your favorite store, and the amazing changes that you have seen over the years.

BBQ Potluck/Kickball Game – Summer is nearly over, so let’s take advantage of the outdoor recreation area by having a delicious BBQ and kickball game on August 20^th at 5:30 p.m. The center will provide beans, buns, and meat. Please bring a potluck dish of your choice. Then, get ready for some fun because we are going to play kickball! See you there!

Ice Cream Social/Newcomer’s Reception – August 28, 1:30 p.m. – Join us for an ice cream social to welcome all of our new members to the Senior Center. Come down and enjoy huckleberry, vanilla, or maple nut ice cream and learn all about the programs and services available at the center. Now is a great opportunity to meet some of the other members of our center and ask any questions you might have.

Wedding Anniversary Brunch Celebration – Join us on Saturday, August 30^th at 11:00 a.m. for a wedding style show. The month of August marks the one year anniversary of Bob and Donna Barnaby. Walk through the ceremony with us once again as many special couples come down the aisle in their wedding attire. Get out your formal wear because we are going to have a wedding party! Enjoy a beautiful brunch along with wedding cake. Brunch cost is $5.00/person and you must sign up ahead of time. We’d love to have any other couples willing to make that trip down the aisle once again participate in this special event. Don’t fret if your spouse is no longer with you, we need bridesmaids and groomsmen to complete the ceremony! Please call Shannon at 388-4711 if you want to go back in time and share that life-changing moment once again. Please bring in your wedding photos for display.

The Belgrade Senior Center received about $700.00 in proceeds from local businesses, individuals, and organizations supporting Blue Jean Friday. A special note of appreciation to the Bozeman Daily Chronicle for selecting the senior center for this wonderful opportunity and to all the individuals who contribute to different organizations each Friday. Blue Jean Friday stickers are available at the front desk for anyone who would like to donate $2.00 to support designated organizations in our community each Friday.

It is very important to sign up at the front desk for meals, classes, programs and activities, free as well as the classes that have a fee. We try not to cancel classes and activities; however, some of our speakers and instructors require a minimum to hold the class. Cancellations can be avoided if we know ahead of time that you are coming. Also, you will be notified in case of cancellations or changes in schedules. Help us to serve you better. Your cooperation is appreciated.

If the cost of membership, classes or activities presents a hardship for you, the Scholarship Fund can help. If you are in need of assistance, contact Shannon Bondy at 388-4711. Please do not let cost be a barrier to your enjoyment of the Center!

The Center offers a variety of theme gift baskets available for those last minute gifts. We welcome

donations of clean, useable, "gift shop quality" items for our baskets. All proceeds benefit the Belgrade Senior Center.

Blood Pressure Checks – August 13 & 27, 12:30 p.m. – Wel-Home health and Rocky Mountain Hospice perform blood pressure and heart rate checks on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month at the Belgrade Senior Center. No appointment is needed and this service is FREE. Come and enjoy a delicious dinner beforehand. Nurses are usually available between 12:15 and 12:30.

Foot Clinic – August 19 & 26, 9:00 – 3:00 p.m. - Foot Clinics are held at the Belgrade Senior Center on the 3rd and 4th Tuesdays of each month from 9:00 – 3:00 p.m. by appointment only. Foot care is open to all seniors (50 & over). Senior Center membership is not required. The fee is $10.00 per session and includes a soak, massage, and nail trim. Call 388-4711 to schedule an appointment. The Belgrade Senior Center is located at 92 East Cameron Ave. Due to liability concerns, we cannot provide services to brittle diabetics.

WHO: ANY ONE

HOW: 12 HOUR FASTING BLOOD SAMPLE – Please drink water and take prescription medications).

WHAT: CBC, CHEMISTRY PROFILE, AND LIPID PROFILE……………..$22.00

PSA (Prostatic Specific Antigen)………..$20.00

hTSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)………$20.00

ABO, RH TYPE (blood type)…………………$15.00

GLYCOHEMOGLOBIN (for diabetics) ……...$20.00

LIPID PROFILE (ONLY)……………………..$15.00

PAYMENT BY CHECK OR CASH AT THE TIME OF SERVICE IS EXPECTED.

NOTE: THIS WELLNESS DRAW IS NOT INTENDED TO REPLACE REGULAR VISITS TO YOUR PHYSICIAN. ANY BLOOD TEST RESULTS THAT ARE OF CONCERN WILL BE BROUGHT TO YOUR ATTENTION ON YOUR RESULT REPORT. IF THERE IS A PANIC VALUE PRESENT, YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY PHONE IMMEDIATELY.

$10 per person, paid directly to instructor

You must pre-register, pre-pay and attend both classes. Find out how to adjust your driving to compensate for age related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time as well as how to cope with aggressive drivers. Learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws, rules of the road, and how to handle problem situations. Attendees receive a certificate at completion that might allow them a discount off their insurance. No driving required or tests. For seniors 50+ years of age. Lunch option available in our dining room.

"How would you like to have several hundred dollars a month to help pay bills, do home repair, pay off credit cards, or even go on a vacation.    If you are 68 years of age or older, own your own home, and have an annual income of less than $20,800.00 for a one person household, or $28,000.00 for a two person household, a Reverse Mortgage with the Montana Board of Housing may be just right for you.   Plan to come to this informative seminar on Thursday, August 28, 1:00 p.m. at the Belgrade Senior Center, presented by Judy Morrill, Reverse Mortgage Counselor

Strength Training– Monday - 10:30 –11:00 a.m., Wednesday, Friday- 10:00 – 10:30 a.m. The class will encompass chair exercise, strength training using weights and dynabands, breathing techniques, flexibility, and stretching and cool down.

Balance/Flexibility—Monday - 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Wednesday- 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. - designed to promote awareness of mind, body and breath promoting increased strength, balance and flexibility, abdominal exercise and stretching and relaxation.

The cost per month for participating in the exercise program is $10.00 for members and $13.00 for non-members. This allows you to participate in any or all of the classes that are offered. We encourage you to attend a few of the classes first to see if you are interested!

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, Serving at noon - Dining Room

Reservations appreciated: 388-4711

$3.25 suggested donation

$6.00 charge for people under 60

Eating lunch at the Center provides an opportunity to catch up with friends and meet new ones.

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 3:00pm, Free

92 E. Cameron Ave., 388-4711

Wheelchairs, canes, bedside commodes and walkers

available on a temporary basis. Equipment and cash

donations welcome.

Advertise your business in our Senior Center newsletter. Cost is only $25.00/year and gets your name and information out into the community. This benefits both the center and individual businesses!