Seniors
ARLEE - March 1 is here! The snow is fast disappearing bringing slush, mud and nice weather. Blue skies are intermittent with rain showers, roads, switch from perfectly dry to patches of ice. Most importantly, the days are getting longer. We had one beautiful Valentine’s Day prime rib dinner with many attending enjoying the delicious meal prepared by Dustin and Randy Tiensvold and Marti Bogess. We always know that we, our friends and families will have a nutritious meal served every Monday and Wednesday at noon, and supper on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month at 5 p.m. The cost is only $4 for lunch and $5 for dinner. Where else (except all senior centers) can you ...
ST. IGNATIUS - We have sunshine! Regular physical activity helps to improve mobility, balance, cognitive function, reduce fall risk and improves your overall health and well-being. It’s never too late to start exercising.Walking, water aerobics, swimming, dancing, biking, and hiking are good choices...
ST. IGNATIUS - It looks like winter may be gradually relenting to spring. March is still to come. Make sure to include protein in your diet every day to maintain muscle mass. Also, focus on needed nutrients – calcium, vitamin D, and fiber. As we age we lose our sense of thirst. Drin...
POLSON - Due to uncertainty about funding from the Federal and State Nutrition Programs the Polson Senior center is suspending all new hires for our nutrition and transportation programs. Our volunteers are a tremendous help during these trying times. We are considering adding an additional meal delivery rou...
ST. IGNATIUS - As we age and life happens, it’s sometimes difficult to eat healthy; issues include changes in our living environment, changes in health, medicines, income, changes in our sense of smell and taste, difficulty chewing and/or swallowing food. To eat healthy, we should eat a var...
A significant amount of funding for the nutrition program comes from the local Area VI Council on Aging. They are reliant upon Montana State funding and funding from the Federal Government. The State and Federal governments are considering drastically cutting funding for all nutrition programs, including sch...
ST. IGNATIUS - More on egg substitutions: For binding (to hold shape and stick e.g., meatloaf) – 1 tablespoon of flax or chia seed plus 3 tablespoons of water (combine and let sit for five minutes). Another option is plain gelatin plus two tablespoons of water – do not combine the tw...
POLSON - Our Polson Senior Community Center is located at 504 Third Ave. E. We are open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays. Call us at 406-883-4735 or email: polsonseniorcenter@gmail.com or visit us on Facebook! A toenail clinic held by a certified nurse will be held on Feb. 28 at the cost of $30. Enroll earl...
ARLEE - Already January 2025 has passed, bringing us colder weather, beautiful night skies with a full moon and stars abundant, even a bit of Northern lights. Our annual meeting was well attended, and two new members were added to the Board: Ann Younger and Delores Arrowsmith. There are still agendas/minutes...
POLSON - AARP Tax Preparation Assistance registration begins now. You must make a reservation. Available appointment times begin at 10 a.m. and go until 3 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays only. A full-time or part-time Executive Assistant/Nutrition Director is wanted at the Polson Senior Center. Apply at ...
